Humility as Virtue Praised by Arthur Murphy
A terse aphorism elevates humility as the eldest virtue and rightful ruler of heaven attributed to Arthur Murphy. The line presents a moral claim that humility governs celestial authority.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1930
Page
4
A terse aphorism elevates humility as the eldest virtue and rightful ruler of heaven attributed to Arthur Murphy. The line presents a moral claim that humility governs celestial authority.
An editorial praises University President H W Chase for seeking higher faculty salaries amid economic strain. It argues strong academics sustain the university’s reputation, warns against losing top professors to better‑paying rivals, and notes state priorities from road funding to education.
The essay argues the denial of citizenship to Douglas Clyde McIntosh British subject who would not pledge arms in defense of the United States. The New Haven court upheld the Bureau of Naturalization, citing allegiance to God over U S law, while critics say the ruling misreads duty and precedent. The piece contends natives must accept draft obligations as a condition of citizenship, even if moral ideals differ.
The text notes a vigorous offensive adopted in defense of the institution during a pivotal period, highlighting its strategic stance and urgency. The description emphasizes resolve and mobilization in a time of risk.
The governor sees no reason for a special session to address tax relief as lawmakers show no plan. Some legislators back the idea but offer no concrete proposals. Hallett S Ward, ex congressman and leading real estate tax slicer advocate, opposes the session. He argues relief pressure requires organized sentiment and a clear plan.
The remark questions whether condemning nationalist rules is possible before completing the steps needed to alter them. It suggests a critique of moral stance timing and calls for practical action to reform policy.
Raleigh Times analyzes Governor McLean’s support for Senator Simmons in the Democratic primary. It notes personal ties from past favors and questions whether calls for party harmony mask fear of defeating Bailey and planning to “knife” a rival if Simmons loses.
London reports that the American delegation will tell France and Italy the United States and Great Britain are not forming an alliance. The talks are driven by fears of war and a desire to avoid entangling alliances, a point the editor notes is unlikely to change European suspicions.
A Tennessee thief took a feather bed prompting light note on nap status. Local report hints at a nap jibe about catching him napping during quiet season.
Co. A. Morgan, editor of the Kings Herald at High Point North Carolina, writes to The Enterprise defending churches amid controversy. He urges believers to unite against secular disbanding, praises pastors and evangelists, and calls Christians to stand firm in faith with militant imagery and biblical references.
Raleigh reports a comeback in turkey production for central markets as extension poultry specialist C. F. Parrish notes strong trade in Piedmont counties with colleges hotels and institutions. Extension Circular No. 176 titled Turkey Raising in North Carolina explains starting flocks care feeding and marketing in 16 pages with illustrations and free copies on request.
Raleigh January 29 New public notaries commissioned include J E Collins Greenville T C Ellis Cedar Grove Miss Mildred Green Bakersville L C Hand Gatesville Abraham Hengeveld Wilmington R C Holland Edenton R A Honeycutt Jr Clinton Mrs Minnie D Mize Winston-Salem J R Nelms Nashville Bernard O Neill Wilmington N T Ryles Benson R Todd Lenoir Miss Alice Scott Warrick Fairmont Miss Ruth Welch Winston-Salem Miss Susie Winfield Wadesboro Thomas B Woody Roxboro and John Rookely Winston-Salem.
Raleigh reports indicate North Carolina will send a large Methodist Educational Association delegation to the 11th annual session in Memphis on February 5. Leaders include Bishop Edwin D. Mouton, Dr. W. P. Few, and presidents from Duke University Greensboro College Louisburg College Rutherford College Weaver College Brevard Institute and Davenport College among others. Dr. Few will present preliminary conference legislation ahead of the 1930 quadrennial in Dallas.
Davidson County commissioners contracted to lay topsoil on five miles of the new Highway 90 east of Lexington as part of an economy program to curb road expenditures within this year’s budget. Work has begun despite recent bad weather, with county crews hoping a small profit margin from topsoil will be realized at 26 cents per cubic yard.
Lexington January 29 P V Critcher solicitor of the Lexington recorder s court announces he will not enter the June primary as a candidate for the twelfth district solicitorship.
Professor Philip Furnas head of English at Guilford College underwent an appendectomy at Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro. He withstood the operation well and is resting comfortably after several days of side trouble before deciding to seek treatment yesterday afternoon.
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