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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1963
Page
3
The author reflects on how the Fourth of July has shifted from a rousing national holiday to mainly a long weekend. Urban life, technology, and changing customs reduced public gatherings and patriotic rituals, while families seek recreation in travel, pools, and media.
A devotional piece quotes Revelation 14 12 urging saints to endure in keeping the faith of Jesus. It reflects on endurance as a measure of human soul aligned with the infinite God and cites Edwin Chapin on greatness shown through perseverance rather than achievement.
Guilford County boosts its budget to 14.305 million, up a million from last year, with school costs driving most of the rise. The county tax rate climbs from 87 to 89 cents, despite a larger tax base, while city hall gears capital revenue to street work to avoid a bond referendum. Voters who believed tax cuts will be disappointed as services, especially education, face cuts to meet promises.
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan stood firm in a House of Commons confrontation with Labour Leader Harold Wilson over the three spy cases. He argued the disclosures show security success, not failure, while Wilson accused the government of dodging questions and mishandling the leak information.
An unsigned editorial discusses a House Interior Committee bill offering Puerto Rico a plebiscite to choose among commonwealth, statehood, or independence. It notes Alaska and Hawaii precedents, Munoz Marin’s leadership, and the politics of sovereignty, taxation, and future union terms.
A compact listing of the High Point Enterprise staff and contact details asks readers to direct inquiries to the newspaper office at 305 North Main Street High Point North Carolina. It includes roles for the president Mrs R B Terry secretary treasurer Holt McPherson editor c Brown managing editor W W Idol and circulation manager Charles B LO Flin. Subscriptions and advertising rates and policies are noted along with carrier and independent contractor statements.
AP reports that the Supreme Court's 1962 63 term saw a record 2824 cases filed for review, triple prewar averages and over a thousand more than five years earlier. The nine justices vote, write opinions, study and research in a structured process with law clerks aiding each justice.
Generous neighbors and Springhill Church mobilize to support the Craven family devastated by a lightning fire that destroyed their home leaving them with only the clothing they wore. Donations include mattresses, appliances, furniture, and clothing for four children, while Rev. W. A. Jarrett coordinates further help.
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