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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1965
Page
4
Editorial warns Guilford County residents that tax listing errors may force higher city and county rates to cover a revenue shortfall. It explains the 70 percent market value assessment for households, contrasts with prior 100 percent, and notes uncertain effects on overall tax take. The piece urges prudent budgeting by officials and caution for taxpayers as 1965 listings unfold.
The article notes Congress anger over anti American moves by Egypt and other nations and discusses the challenge of using aid as leverage. Senator Symington proposes cutting aid to nations allowing mob violence against American property. It argues respect must be earned and money rarely buys friends.
Editorial notes the 10th anniversary of Nautilus first operating on nuclear power. It cites Congress funding for atomic plants for ships, outlines the expanding nuclear fleet including Polaris submarines, and argues naval strategy favors mobile, long-enduring seabased power despite higher costs.
The High Point Enterprise lists subscription options and rates for daily and Sunday editions, including mail and carrier plans. It notes Associated Press content and states the paper’s non responsibility for advance payments made to agents.
West Germans embrace a travel boom as 9 million vacation abroad last year and agencies anticipate record 1965 demand. The trend reflects cheaper fares, longer vacations, and a cultural drift toward warmer climates from Mallorca to Dubrovnik, with Turks and Italians noting German influence.
A reader condemns church and community leaders for supporting or profiting from alcohol, arguing liquor brings ruin—fatal accidents, broken homes, and widespread alcoholism. The letter questions church beliefs about salvation and mocks liberal churches while opposing liquor. It calls for liquor to be run by the unsaved or devil’s crowd and laments moral decline.
The quotes present stark contrasting pledges from leaders, President Johnson promising steps to prevent nuclear war and President Sukarno urging aggressive action against imperialist forces and Malaysia. The language reflects Cold War era rhetoric and international tensions.
The String and Splinter Club held its annual meeting in new penthouse quarters atop the New South Motor Inn. Amos R. Kearns was named president with Jack Campbell and Joe Temple as vice presidents and Ken Schwabenton as secretary, aided by Sidney A. Gayle Jr. The meeting honored Earl Phillips and noted a debt-free budget for club preparations. The article also references long-standing Mid-State Paper Box Company leadership and tributes to Hugh A. Moffitt, alongside various management changes and memorials from AMBAC.
A notice announces the election of Dr William P Hinson to the American Society of Oral Surgeons. A note from L R Johnston, retired principal now in Venice Florida, reflects on his long career at High Point and calls the low mood a God send, citing recent reunions as a highlight of 1964.
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