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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1938
Page
4
A fragmentary religious sentiment references Psalm 133 1 and quotes Napoleon on solitude on a rocky island. The text blends biblical praise with a brief remark about Napoleon's final years. The source tone resembles a miscellany or quotation page.
The article argues Britain’s firm policy once kept a sprawling empire intact and warns that eroding resolve could destabilize global balance. It notes Japan’s willingness to break with Britain over U S, and questions the ripple effects on the United States if British strength wanes. It contrasts empire reach with diverse populations and asks how loss of confidence would affect policy.
Senator Holt of West Virginia opposed the confirmation of F Roy Yoke, chosen by President Roosevelt as internal tax collector, on personal grounds. Holt cited Yokes past remarks about his father and actions toward his mother. the Senate still confirmed Yoke despite Holt’s objection.
A biased account notes the Holt family's long history of political ambition. It mentions a young man entering the Senate before taking the oath and recalls contentious local reactions in West Virginia as neighbors react to a disputed public figure.
The piece argues that businessmen are generally benevolent but a small,隐现 minority taints the sector. It questions broad labeling of big business as the enemy, noting North Carolina politics and federal appointments hint at ties between tobacco or power interests and national leadership. It warns against overgeneralizing about who is privileged.
Citizens face mud and slush at the lone crossing as the railroad track lowering proceeds. Mayor and city authorities must maintain the Main Street crossing to ease pedestrian hardship during months of continued traffic funneling.
Senator Byrnes of South Carolina denounces northern and western Democrats accusing them of betraying the South and threatening reconstruction era tensions. He claims Wagner's ties to Harlem voting blocs drive the bill and warns of potential party disruption as anti lynching legislation faces heavy political pressure.
The text argues that federal intervention cannot fully compensate for states' police powers and warns against imposing righteousness from the nation onto divisions. It notes anticipated political disruption in Washington and suggests pressure may drive a realignment of the country, with Byrnes recognizing such effects.
Dale Carnegie discusses two youths pursuing fulfilling work. A California girl enters radio script writing via CBS and NYU evening class while accepting lower pay. John Jacob Astor III, born rich, seeks meaningful work in business with his uncle, contrasting with his ancestor's path from fur trade to real estate and railroads.
J Ogden Armour of Armour and Company argues for Pasteur over Napoleon in a schoolroom portrait. He notes the firm hires office boys with a view to promoting them to department managers, valuing those who grow with the company.
Fragmentary public notes quote Vittorio Mussolini claiming war is beauty. Mentions Premier Mussolini’s son and remarks on factory closures and suspended payrolls. Includes garbled lines attributed to Senator Arthur Vandenberg in Michigan and an auto driver without an accident claim.
Secretary of State Cordell Hull describes peace as a lasting achievement still desired and hoped for rather than a current reality, reflecting cautious optimism on international stability.
A quote from Joseph P. Kennedy argues that the President cannot improve matters while some businessmen remain certain that nothing he does will be beneficial. The statement highlights tension between political leadership and private interests.
Senator Walter F. George of Georgia argues that broad class legislation will harm other groups, warning against policies that set wide mandates across the United States. He cautions lawmakers to weigh unintended consequences for different classes.
Dr Dixon Ryan Fox of New York City argues that holding beliefs without challenge weakens conviction and urges periodic testing of ideas by opposing doctrines to strengthen principle and judgment.
A New York Day by Day column notes celebrities like Ewing Galloway Corey Ford Earl Carroll Dorothy Parker George S Kaufman Alexander Woollcott and Sinclair Lewis joining farmers across the country. It highlights a trend of actors authors and journalists retreating to farms in Kentucky New Hampshire Connecticut Pennsylvania Vermont Ohio and other states as they pursue rural living and agricultural interests.
Carl Crow, now a leading author on China and Chinese society, first met a Chinese person only after age 27, long after growing up without exposure beyond a local laundryman.
The famed radio and banquet speaker Robert L. Ripley overcame shyness. After hesitations and a few splutters he took lessons for a year and now demonstrates smooth, confident oratory.
Visitors to Sagamore Hill find the Roosevelt estate still lit by oil lamps in the bathrooms, a holdover after the house was wired. The owner reportedly lost an eye due to lamp reading and believed it saved his sight. The towels bear "R. of 8" marks.
The old fashioned spelling bee draws lively crowds as teams led by Lowell Thomas work to outspell rivals. Dale Carnegie and Homer Croy prove strong, while the challenge word bedellium tests all contenders.
A young downtown dancer at a Harlem floor show performs suggestive movements as the crowd reacts with shock. The routine escalates from subdued to intense gyrations, drawing attention from onlookers in a charged cabaret setting.
Teacal News-Fuel prices for High Point have been finally set. Consumers are warned to see that they get their money's worth. Wood price per cord four dollars seventy five cents, coal delivered eight dollars fifty cents per ton. Storm damage reports include awnings removed and glass broken in the city, roofs blown off in adjacent rural districts. People notes cover George Lowe’s trip to Richmond and Baltimore, Miss Louise Reitzel resuming teaching at Thomasville, Careen Burns visiting Charlotte, and Inez Mann visiting relatives in Reidsville. International notes mention Russia seeking a separate peace with Germany, and Secretary Baker opposing a U S munition department. Baptist laymen plan to raise one million dollars for war work in camps.
Coldest spell in years closes schools and businesses as residents struggle with record low temperatures. Officials warn of ice hazards while utilities report increased demand and emergency measures in several cities.
A startled visitor began puffing furiously until the cigarette burned down to her teeth then looked around in visible embarrassment as if hoping the floor would swallow her.
Ham Fisher the ubiquitous cartoonist moves among tables in restaurants and night clubs, a practice dubbed cafe fitting. Charles Bedaux and Elsa Maxwell stand out for their social deftness, while Lee Shubert prefers to blend into a dark corner away from the crowd.
Rev Milo Hinkle of Asheboro told attendees last night that man should be judged by actions, not by professed doctrines. Annual bank reports show both banks in good health. Local Red Men elected new officers with Lester Freeman named Sachem.
A. York departed last night for a trip to New York. Mrs. J. W. Tomlinson returned from Durham after attending the Spirella School of Forestry. H. A. Cecil, business manager of The Enterprise, attends a press meeting at Chapel Hill.
President and Mrs Coolidge will depart Washington by train for a six day tour through Virginia the Carolinas Georgia and the full length of Florida with Havana as destination Governor Al Smith of New York declines Jackson Day dinner in Washington due to business pressure
A contestant in the Toronto baby derby reportedly had a subsequent child after the race. The supposed prize of 500000 dollars is no longer described as connected to the event.
Washington observers doubt the presidents plan for industry and government to chart demand and production a year ahead. Economists say such talks would likely curb production and enable price fixing, contradicting Roosevelt’s anti-monopoly push. Advise rs were surprised by the proposal and expect little follow through.
The president’s confidential secretary Marguerite Lehand is writing a day in the life piece for a national magazine. Roosevelt, who enjoys framing himself as an editor, helped extensively with the article. One editor joked it should be signed “By Marguerite Lehand As told to Franklin D Roosevelt.”
The article traces a debate over government control versus business freedom in a plan amid Roosevelts push for economic reform. It notes scotch whisky markets shuffling between prohibition-era restraints and price-driven domestic growth, while Justice McReynolds contemplates retirement as liberal justices Brandeis and Coogan face rumored health issues.
A Tokyo bulletin voices concern over the U S lend lease program and hints that Japanese observers favor arming ships like the Panay. The piece implies potential moves to reinforce naval protection and asserts satisfaction at any guns on ferry craft.
Report states Nicaragua has raised wages for all government employees to match high living costs. The move aims to alleviate cost of living pressures and could influence public sector labor dynamics.
Economists say 1938 should be a good business year overall, though early months may show a cautious start. The outlook emphasizes gradual growth and improving conditions as the year progresses.
The report notes Ambassador J H Davies moves from Ruynesia to Belgium and raises questions about thousands of bottles of frozen goods either left behind or shipped to Moscow. No final plan is given.
A note from Judge Will Sherman in St Joseph Missouri states the husband’s duty to wake early on chilly mornings and light the fire, reflecting a traditional household expectation cited in a local record.
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