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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1942
Page
4
A compact devotional line recalls Genesis and the traditional epitaph phrase earth to earth ashes to ashes, with restatement from the Book of Common Prayer. The lines evoke mortality and hope in resurrection within a religious context.
The piece argues that weapon quality matters little without skill and will. It cites naval history from Merrimac to Monitor and notes German tanks and 88 mm guns. It urges recognizing nonmaterial factors like morale and spiritual power in resisting aggression. It concludes with a reminder that courage can overcome superior arms.
The resignation of Olin W. LeBaron as secretary of the Community Chest ends three years of vital public service in High Point. He brought trained social work insight and civic spirit, and his departure leaves a noticeable gap in social and citizen activities across the community.
Secretary of the Treasury Mor genthau cites last year war outlays at 25.95 billion and projects 67.0 billion in the new year starting July 1. Expenditures exceed 32.49 billion, sparking debate on national solvency and future war costs. The piece argues the nation will endure and eventually be known as the Preserver of World Freedom.
After three years guiding the local Chest, Mr. LeBaron departs to lead the newly formed Lycoming County Community Chest in Williamsport Pennsylvania. He is praised as a dynamic fundraiser, prudent administrator, and civic leader who will quickly become a valued figure in the region.
The report notes Nazi assertions over three days about Sevastopol, compares the city to a cat with nine lives, and describes Japanese troops poised on the Siberian border ready to strike if Hitler’s forces breach British and Russian resistance to the Near East. A Siberian blow could prompt renewed Tokyo bombing by Russian and American air power, heightening pressures on Russia and increasing strategic options.
Prison director Oscar Pitts and Ben Prince of the State Highway and Public Works Commission claim year end totals may show no deficit. Earlier shortfalls were blamed on labor pay rises at the prison, including a retroactive increase to 1.15 a day, boosting costs but inventory and material values are projected to improve with gains of 65 000 in cattle and 160 000 to 240 000 in other assets.
Walter Winchell recalls 1930s coverage exposing Fritz Kuhn and the Bund, Nazi agents, and politicians aiding swastika propaganda. Describes investigations, trials, and public pushback that led to convictions, expulsions, and heightened scrutiny of Nazi fronts in America.
A retrospective roundup shows how William Dudley Pelley Ham Fish and others faced exposure for Nazi propaganda and ties to Viereck Westrick and Anhagen. The piece recalls perjury charges indictments and journalistic efforts that forced public scrutiny and editorial pushback. Townsend quotes on agriculture and global cooperation.
Peter Edson reports on a nationwide salvage campaign starting July 13 to collect kitchen fats, tin cans, metals, and rags in 28 cities and extended rural areas. The effort aims to produce glycerine for explosives and support munitions, with quotas and future de-tinning plans outlined for national wartime production.
Aliss Mae Kirkman led a recital of young piano pupils praised by the audience. Dr G I Humphreyson urged High Point to support the local college. Social notes cover Mr and Mrs Paul Carey at Myrtle Beach and others visiting or traveling. News briefs note political results and national issues, plus community event plans and tax receipts.
David Gainsburg, general counsel of the OPA, says retailers are trying to adjust pricing to meet war economy demands. He notes the effort is honest based on available observations and underscores ongoing monitoring and compliance expectations.
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