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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1932
Page
4
A short verse mood piece notes that a man with friends must show himself friendly and that true friendship is love without its flowers or wool. The excerpt references Proverbs 18 24 and a quoted line from Hare.
A High Point council appeal to Duke Power and North Carolina Public Service seeks immediate reduction from 1.75 to 1.35 for electric current. Officials warn current contracts run to 1935, urge not to bind cities to long-term, high charges amid talks with Salisbury financiers.
The Raleigh Times notes some public salaries exceed budget cuts with one recipient refunding ten percent of pay and hints others may follow. It recalls 1929 when the legislature raised the governor’s salary to ten thousand dollars a year as Max Gardner rose to power.
The piece discusses Governor Gardner's push to adjust state salaries during a crisis era. It notes his initial recommendation of a 10 000 dollar salary for his successor, the Legislature’s readjustment, and a 10 percent pay cut he endorsed for himself and others in 1931. It comments on political reactions and Gardner’s foresight in cutting appropriations to control the deficit.
The city balks at a $7.50 portrait of General Washington amid retrenchment for the 200th birth anniversary. Officials note the purchase drew attention as prosperity waned and urge tighter spending controls for the Washington celebration year.
Governor Gardner discusses personal financial changes tied to state fiscal issues and deflation, noting a shift from financial independence to reliance on his office salary. The piece contrasts national optimism in 1928 with Gardner’s cautious business approach as he tackles deflated North Carolina.
A column reflecting on Mme. Tetrazzini's view that women have shed old-fashioned ladylike traits. It contrasts past ideals with modern independence, noting women work for family gain and social change, while men adapt too. It also cites political graft cases in the United States and Spain's upheaval, illustrating broader societal shifts.
A bold claim asserts that balding men will push most women toward wigs as a fashion or care choice, suggesting cosmetic trends and social attitudes evolve with hair loss.
A brief scene suggests a playful moment as two Greek individuals meet and one makes a pass. The snippet hints at social flirtation within a Greek group context.
Experts say women are experiencing baldness trends prompting serious attention. They warn awareness and medical guidance are needed as hair loss rises among female patients.
The comment notes that if the Greek drama was poor the implications extend beyond Greece. It suggests other regions faced similar decay, hinting at broader cultural or political decay in Europe including Denmark.
A golf club that plays sweet music when the ball is struck well is described as a pleasing invention. The writer whimsically adds that a fishpole capable of taking pictures would complete the set of clever gear.
Herbert Plummer notes a desertion of the Capitol during the 12 day Christmas recess as legislators depart early and senators await the winds of politics. Observers see a sign of the times with lawmakers eager to mend fences and return to confront future programs.
The coast guard destroyer Herndon, damaged in a collision with the collier Lemuel Burrows, arrived at New London harbor in tow by the tug Acushnet. Her crew of 92 may be towed to New York for repairs. the Burrows also likely headed for New York after转over. No serious injuries reported.
Max Schmeling will defend the heavyweight crown against Mickey Walker in St. Louis if promoters can guarantee $200,000. Joe Jacobs said Schmeling would fight in St Louis or elsewhere for that sum, otherwise he would not accept the bout there.
Senator Bailey withdraws objections to 17 of 25 North Carolina postmaster appointments amid a senate hearing into George Pritchard's corruption charges. Removal of objections leaves Battleboro, East Bend, Mount Gilead, Murphy, Pembroke, Scotland Neck, Taylorsville and Wake Forest still pending. Biden admin finances and Hoover program inflation worries discussed with focus on federal land bank, bank deposits relief, rediscount banks, and Federal Reserve actions.
Reports say Chinese agencies aid gains while military actions go on as Russia shows concern over holdings in the Chinese eastern railway zone. A Tsitsihar vicinity battle occurs amid subzero temperatures with 50 Chinese killed. Shanghai alarm over plans for Manchuria Mongolia independence under Japan. Japan seizes the Peiping Mukden line. Britain protests as joint ownership is noted. A Japanese infantry brigade departs from Chinchow to Chinso to avenge last week’s cavalry loss.
The credit reconstruction bill clears the house 355 to 55 but cannot take effect until next week due to the house insisting on its own version, which differs slightly from the senate passed bill. Additional money measures include the $2,000,000,000 reconstruction fund and related bills in discussion.
The speaker argues that the 12th amendment to beverages made at home falls under Volstead but is misapplied. He contends the act is unenforceable and weakens respect for law, finance crime, and harms the economy by eroding brewing industry revenue and jobs.
A speaker notes Prohibition is losing support as anti prohibition voices grow. He plans to push for a convention referendum on the issue and predicts a dry stance could cost the Republican Party victory in 19.
Durham report notes William Saw yer chief justice of the New Hampshire superior court and Duke law library sponsor was guest of honor at a university dinner.
A Negro school here received 1500 dollars from the Baptist state convention for religious activity expansion. The convention consists of the white Baptist churches of the state.
Steve De mos, owner of a cafe that never closes, was away briefly when a thief exited with the cash register containing $30. Police reported the incident occurred at the rear of the building during a short absence.
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