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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1932
Page
4
A compact reflection cites a biblical verse about not punishing descendants for fathers sins and attributes the remark to the speaker Maen, noting Schopenhauer as the source of the idea on character in small matters.
The article notes that tourism in New England has become the region’s second most valuable industry, yielding about half a billion dollars yearly. It praises the area’s climate, attractions, and advertising strategy while urging broader exploitation by other regions, especially North Carolina and the South.
Greensboro announces the reopening of the United Banks and Trust Company after a bank closure at the year’s end. The armored truck carried enough funds to secure a safe resumption of business and restore confidence in the local credit system. The event is presented as a hopeful sign for other communities facing similar banking disruptions.
In Collier's Weekly Owen D. Young denounces the tariff and declares support for big business while urging a balanced policy. He criticizes isolationism, argues protection harms farmers, and warns that land banks and farm boards inflate debt, shrinking purchasing power and industrial demand.
North Carolina observers debate how the Democratic platform may embarrass Senator Morrison and rival Reynolds for renomination. Both men resist aligning with the national plank on prohibition and the bonus, while broader questions about military spending and veterans’ benefits surface amid calls for a 25 percent budget cut.
The piece questions how a 25 percent reduction in federal spending could be achieved. It notes that a quarter of the budget goes to wartime veterans relief, exceeding a billion dollars annually, and asks whether such a cut can be made without harming essential programs.
Bruce Catton argues that grand opera in the United States survives by practical, low cost models outside big-city subsidies. He cites Chicago’s collapse under Insull, then notes inland cities succeed with summer opera, affordable tickets, and local talent. He also surveys the Alexander Hamilton Institute on price dynamics and a quirky New Jersey payroll issue with a dollar annual salary.
After reviewing the candidate list, about half seek the sheriff post while the other half aims to unseat him. The contest shapes up as a split lineup with a governing incumbent facing challengers.
A college woman notes she cannot marry someone she does not respect, while observing that many women prioritize money over other qualities. The remark frames respect as essential, contrasting personal values with financial considerations.
A somber mood highlights how even prominent figures face many minor issues. The piece notes that leaders and athletes alike encounter scattered daily stresses, contrasting major fame with common, persistent concerns.
Local managers praise Reynolds Ehringhaus and Morrison in a crosstown runoff preview. Mrs. Helen Owen-Smith lauds Reynolds and cites past victories while McAnally touts Ehringhaus strength and Maxwell voter support ahead of the decisive NC primary.
An audience filled the Bay Street school auditorium saw the five act comedy drama Tony the Convict presented by Welch Memorial M P church groups. The cast featured Robert M. Smith as Tony Warren with Odell W. Brown Howard Vancannon Jimmie Paul and others.
Special to The Enterprise Thomasville July 1 supporters from Davidson Guilford and nearby counties gather at the Finch building on Salem Street at 8 pm for a Morrison for Senator rally. Austin Finch chairs the Morrison club central committee includes John Lambeth W E Fouts C L White J E Lambeth and others with speakers from Lexington High Point and nearby towns. An especially large High Point delegation is anticipated as Morrison has strong backing there.
Chamber of Commerce survey of Spence Brothers payroll reveals 28 of 40 workers on the site are High Point residents including 17 of 21 carpenters and 7 of 9 laborers. The letter praises local employment and notes July 15 plans to add about 50 more local common laborers.
Dr Herman T Stevens has accepted the call to pastor the Asheboro Baptist church, effective after June 19. He comes from a long career as evangelist and pastor in North Carolina and other states, with prior Asheboro service at East Green Street Church.
Two pension checks remain in the Guilford County Superior Court Clerk Office. One is payable to Elizabeth P. Davis widow of A Davis and the other to Geneva F. Williams widow of John Wesley Williams. No address or living status information is available.
An enormous 18 inch rat that preyed on R. J. Church's chicken yard at 634 East Lexington Avenue killed 13 chickens in days. Last night R. D. Church ripped out the floor of the chicken house with a crowbar and killed the rat. Nine dead hens and four young chickens were found in its hiding place after neighbors helped uncover the rat.
Central Friends Vacation Bible school closes its two week program with a devotional vesper on Sunday and a Monday hand work display. The event invites all Friends meetings in Deep River Quarterly Meeting and asks attendees to bring a lunch basket for the day of sports and picnic.
North Carolina license tags went on sale at half price announced by Mrs. Helen Owen Smith, manager, at the Carolina Motor club office in the H. G. I Motor company on West Street. Motorists were buying heavily with a large number of tags expected to be sold.
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