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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1936
Page
4
A devotional line cites Psalms 3 1 and a proverb about valuing foes with pure gold from Raunci, noting warning against enemies and the human tendency to fear opposition.
The piece analyzes Judge Richard W. Leche of Orleans Parish as heir to Huey Long's political machine. It notes Long’s enduring influence, the martyrlike aura after Long’s assassination, and questions Leche’s ability to sustain leadership amid fractured loyalties and a wary electorate.
Professor Frederick H. Koch directs theatre projects across Virginia and the Carolinas. He has built a capable regional organization, boosted the Carolina Playmakers to national notice, and now leads a first federal theatre project aimed at developing local cultural works in Buncombe County and beyond.
The piece notes Ibsens Master Builder as a demanding drama and reports High Point is not among cities attempting similar ventures yet remains keen on the effort to shift workers from relief rolls into suitable jobs.
The speaker lauds H A Millis for a fourteenth term as head of the Uwharrie Boy Scout council. The piece praises his devotion to boys and the lasting dividends of better citizens, arguing the program’s value for America’s future. Millis’ leadership is portrayed as essential and abundantly rewarding.
The Emerywood Country club reports 1935 as a very successful year at its annual meeting reflecting community recovery and club usefulness. Leader Herman H. Smith and John Abels receive praise for efforts, with J. W. Lindsay elected president promising vigorous 1936 leadership.
The city may keep operating its abattoir and possibly raise its level of operation in the future. A lease to private operation has not been acted on, but officials recognize the utility's importance to city welfare. A more efficient municipally run plant is the likely outcome. private leasing should be considered only if needed for public health and profitability.
A young film producer unveils a transcontinental air record aided by an experimental supercharging device. The report notes uncertainty around a taximeter’s role and hints at technical hurdles or regulatory questions. The piece emphasizes pace, daring, and the novelty of the propulsion aid.
A new play titled Three Men On a Horse attracts attention with a curious premise about a Scottish polo team. The lighthearted comedy blends sport humor and theatre, generating local chatter among audiences.
Editor, Enterprise. Letter writer challenges editorial claiming High Point area is the United States' top furniture producer and asserts Grand Rapids remains the style and quality leader. He cautions against overstatement and urges focus on design and value within fair pricing.
Representative W. L. Sirovich of New York pushes federal legislation to raise shipowners liability for passenger damages and end ticket limitations on damages. The measure builds on last session’s strong presumption of seaworthiness and cites Morro Castle and Mohawk disasters as lessons.
The piece notes a 1926 Soviet military budget of 2.96 billion dollars, a 57 percent rise from the prior year, amid fears of war with Germany or Japan. It questions whether this spending aligns with Stalin's proclaimed peace loving doctrine and Communist theory.
More than half a billion trees were planted in 1935, setting records in reforestation. Michigan leads, Wisconsin second, New York third, in a nationwide effort highlighted by a shelter belt campaign of 5.7 million trees from the Dakotas to Texas and soil conservation service plantings of 9.25 million. The CCC contributed prominently to both drives as officials anticipate even larger plantings amid hopes to repair pioneer-era timbering damage.
A Chicago underworld theft spree reportedly stole 1658 bathtubs, a record heist that outpaced police in a sweeping cleanup effort. Local authorities investigate, while residents react to the unusual shortage and questions about source networks.
A witty take notes that the AAA ruling may end jokes about plowing things under as a bright side. The line suggests popular humor will fade with the policy change.
An article notes Charles Lindbergh traveling to England to pursue peace talks and reduce tensions. It hints at possible opposition from British authorities but frames the journey as a diplomatic effort with potential positive reception.
Japan signals readiness to sacrifice certain friendships to secure a larger fleet capable of contesting enemy ships. The move aims to bolster seapower and deter adversaries amid escalating naval threats.
Fuad government in Egypt prepares a protest over Italian air raids. The move could escalate if the incident is tied to Kentucky Fuada connections, signaling possible international friction.
Washington reports a shift in Senator Borah's political stance from a cautious Idaho focus to a genuine presidential bid. Observers note intensified support from West and key figures, with rumors of bold pushes in Pennsylvania Ohio Massachusetts and New York. The piece cites political pressure and the viral effect of national coverage on his ambitions.
The piece notes a notable change in Senator Borah from lukewarm to heated, convincing skeptics he will fight. It cites three handicaps he faces a small state age and business opposition while inflation free silver and bonus positions are not viewed as drawbacks.
The passage notes Senator Borah, aged 71, will speak in Brooklyn next week as a genuine candidate rather than a strategic politician. It compares his age to historic presidents, highlighting his standing as a credible aspirant despite being older than past frontrunners.
In Gauley Bridge West Virginia the hard rock men flooded into a mountain tunnel desperate for work. Their fear of unemployment and hunger outweighed the danger of a painful prolonged death deep in the remote tunnel corridors.
New York column notes readers debate book titles from Durants to Hemingways Death in the Afternoon and Pride and Prejudice. Glowing mentions of famous figures include Gloria Vanderbilt Arthur Moss and Eve Marvel as examples of literary fame and fashion intersecting with city life.
A Gauley Bridge incident shows workers forced by job fear to accept dangerous conditions and unsafe silicosis risks. The piece argues for stronger protection and government action to shield laborers from wage pressures and unsafe environments, noting Roosevelt’s absence from the Manhattan directory and Hoover's view of the president.
Report notes police movement closely tracking Alvin Karpis with a five minute lead over pursuit. The excerpt metaphorically compares pursuit pace to Venus distance. No additional details provided.
As political tensions rise the piece notes how even minor radio disturbances risk sparking alarm among audiences for Amos n Andy and beloved crooners alike, highlighting fragile public tolerance and media sensitivities.
A Gloucester County Virginia Gazette ad notes that if a business is not worth advertising then advertise it for sale noting practical turning points for local merchants.
John Anderson reports a London dingus called the glowgramme a reading program in white letters on a purple background readable in dim light. The practice violates fire law with severe penalties and becomes increasingly prevalent during darkened moments.
The article profiles Bucky Taylor a dedicated greeter in London known for welcoming visitors. For two decades he has made guests feel at home in Britain, even managing to coax speeches from the notoriously shy Thomas Burke. The piece notes his rare ability to connect with people and create a friendly atmosphere.
Helen Hayes avoids opening night nerves while Frank Sullivan plans a Saratoga winter stay. Geleth Burgess toys with Paris return amid radio rumors. A chorus girl meets Gene Buck and is surprised by his modesty. Mrs. Arthur Somers Roche sells a fiction story to film. John Ringling keeps cigars and art-viewing company. Rupert Hughes cited as music authority in literature.
A writer notes how readers slow at the last paragraph when a column ends abruptly. He warns against forcing style and urges continuing in even cadence to keep readers engaged to the final line.
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