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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1931
Page
4
A brief reflective note cites Psalm 6 1 and a Steele quote on rebuke. It discusses the idea that gentle reproof avoids sharpness and sharp displeasure. The text presents a temperate view on admonition within moral instruction.
Senator Morrison weighs prohibition as a campaign issue and analyzes potential presidential nominees for the 1932 Democratic ticket. He argues the party cannot avoid answering on liquor laws and evaluates Owen D. Morrison’s views, preferring a candidate with clear convictions while noting North Carolina dynamics.
North Carolina debates sinking funds as lawmakers move to curb liberties taken with public funds before adjournment. The measure would forbid current practices and tighten oversight, signaling a shift in state financial policy.
The article notes weak sinking funds in counties and cities, with some funds spent or mortgaged and past due. It cites a shift in policy due to serial bonds, reducing reliance on sinking funds for settlement while about fifty million of the 375 million public debt remains dependent on such funds, easing the outlook for many accounts.
The ex amateurs Francis T. Hunter and Bill Tilden move toward professional play, challenging strict amateur rules. The shift could liberalize the sport and boost gate receipts, with critics debating if state revenue measures can cover a six month school term and who funds it.
James A. Farrell, president of United States Steel, says the worst of the crisis is behind us and business is recovering. He defends high wages as essential to demand, argues wage cuts would hurt purchasing power, and warns a broad wage reduction could delay recovery by years.
The joint education committees debate North Carolina state assumption of six months of schooling effects. Support hinges on financing, with concerns about reverting to ad valorem taxes or funding from untaxed sources. The discussion remains unresolved.
Bruce Catton surveys the suburban commuter as a peculiar animal who pilgrim eats to the country, hates city life, and endures long trips to work in exchange for a lawn and quiet. A second note questions Mr. Hamilton Fish’s anti communist program as out of date and ineffective, citing Russia as a cautionary example of suppression’s failure.
In Bermuda, cars are banned prompting speculation that residents rely on other means of knowledge and exchange. The remark suggests a cautious, self-reliant culture where traditional skills persist despite restrictions.
An Ohio resident reports that radio broadcasts are coming in from his store and notes that some programs recently sound unusually loud or clear. The observation highlights unusual reception quality in the local area.
A humor column presents Q and A on love and dating with mock serious advice. It notes readers’ woes about unreturned affection and unwanted attention, offers tongue in cheek solutions, and closes with brief biographical mentions of Marilyn Miller and Clara Bow, highlighting early show business trivia.
J. T. Ryan of the Southern Manufacturers Association says North Carolina furniture makers will fight a proposal to tax gasoline used for industrial purposes the same as road gasoline. Firms could face $75,000 to $100,000 yearly losses, with High Point plants paying up to $3,000 more annually. He argues the law is unfair as much industrial gasoline goes to paint, finishes, and stationary engines, and manufacturers could switch to cheaper substitutes if taxed.
Trenton New Jersey January 23 The New Jersey State Elks Association unveils a 40 page booklet detailing a decade long crippled children program. It covers census care education rehabilitation vocational guidance and placement for all crippled children birth to age 21 across the state. The plan operates under the association with 60 lodges and broad government cooperation. A key feature is the Betty Bacharach Home for Afflicted Children at Longport opened by Isaac and Harry Bacharach. The booklet includes letters of endorsement from national figures and aims to inspire adoption in other states.
Nine hundred forty four schoolchildren aged up to 12 have been treated at the city dental clinic run by Dr. R. P. Melvin since September 29. Three thousand six hundred ninety nine separate dental procedures have been performed for the cited children. The program, funded by the State Board of Health and city schools, is praised for patient reception and teacher cooperation. The Elm Street School hosts the clinic, continuing the year with visits from other city schools.
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