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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1930
Page
4
A short devotional note cites I Corinthians 8 12 about sin against brethren and Christ. It contrasts the wicked and virtuous, pondering mischief and desert, attributed to Thackeray.
The first six months of the workers compensation act show $861,000 in benefits paid for about 200,000 workers under 22,000 employers. Employers pay roughly $6,000,000 in premiums while policy payments run under $2,000,000 annually, about a third of premiums. Insurance firms profit yet improve safety by monitoring conditions and prompting corrections, benefiting both employers and employees.
Clinton N Howard of the United Committee for Law Enforcement addresses a Brooklyn audience at Throop Avenue Presbyterian Church on the tenth anniversary of the eighteenth amendment. He warns that prohibition has not sold itself to Americans and ten more years of enforcement may fail.
Miss Nell Battle Lewis lauds Attorney-General Brummitt for courage in urging a venue change for the Ella May Wiggins murder trial in Gaston County. She argues his actions show bold duty not political hedging as he campaigns for North Carolina governor in 1932.
The passage argues that a majority of the American press backs prohibition in principle and favors strict enforcement. It notes Mr. Howards stance shows realism and acknowledgment of the contest, predicting his case will not please fanatical supporters but reflects awareness of the true value of the issue.
University of North Carolina journalism head Prof Oscar J Coffin framed a public interest questionnaire to state editors at Chapel Hill. The discussion covered press independence amid family disputes and the ethics of covering controversial cases including the Aderholt murder and Wiggins case seeking neutral venue.
A terse editorial laments looming conflict while urging broader action beyond mere fear. The piece argues vigilance, unity, and proactive measures from citizens and leaders to avert disaster. It emphasizes moral resolve and collective responsibility amid rising tensions.
Bruce Catton surveys growing peace sentiment and warnings from H M Tomlinson. He argues for a positive, democracy-driven impulse toward disarmament and warns that fears must be harnessed to press for lasting peace beyond mere armament reductions. The piece notes lobbyist influence, New Jersey murder trial delays, and calls for court reform.
G. W. Honeycutt aged 70, a longtime High Point resident and Continental Furniture employee, died at 11:05 AM at his home 211 Centennial Avenue after a heart attack following a ten day illness. He was born December 29, 1859 in Union County and is survived by his widow Mary Frances Sinclair, two sons L. F. Honeycutt and Brodie Honeycutt, a daughter Mrs. W. B. Vail, and brother J. C. Honeycutt. Funeral services were held at his home with ministers from First Baptist and First M. P. churches. burial at Oakwood Memorial Park.
Official notes from London reveal: UK prime minister to chair opening plenary on January 21 and conference to resume January 28 at St James Palace. secretary general appointment and a delegation committee to carry out main work are planned. parity between US and British navies remains a key goal amid high expectations.
A pilot who viewed the liner’s last moments described it taking its passengers to a fiery doom as dense fog hampered visibility. The doomed craft had been battling a thick fog that obscured the approach.
In Evanston Illinois on January 20 police to supervise late night goodbyes between Mike and Elizabeth known as Cissy. Neighbors complain the 2 a.m. farewells with pet names wake residents. police promise weekly patrols and escorting the couple to their vehicle to maintain order.
Eyewitnesses report the Maddux plane descended from fog and slipped on its wing to avert disaster. The craft skimmed above rooftops then dropped, with residents noting a missing motor and the pilot aiming for an emergency field north of town.
Washington January 20. Remarks during a prohibition discussion by Rep Black Democrat New York on Sen Brookhart Republican Iowa and Commissioner Doran were ruled unprivileged by the presiding officer and withdrawn by the New Yorker at Rep Cramton’s demand.
Michigan Republicans report a dispute as Black assails Brookhart and Doran over senate utterances blamed for the deaths of two dry agents in West Palm Beach. The chair bans cross chamber criticism and Cramton plans to speak on prohibition tomorrow.
Major Charles M. Stedman may reconsider his decision to miss the North Carolina young Democrats dinner on March 15. His office said a formal invitation from Tyre C. Taylor and a flood of telegrams from North Carolinians prompted the reconsideration.
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