Pleasures as Vanity Says Philosopher and Sage
A concise reflection echoes Ecclesiastes and Aristotle on mirth and pleasure. It cautions that seeking pleasure in the heart’s plan proves fleeting and vain as time moves on.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1934
Page
4
Questions on League of Nations stir American debate
The article reports on Raymond B. Fosdick and the League of Nations Association outlining six answers and questions to gauge American attitude toward joining a refined League. It warns of a new world crisis if international cooperation fails and urges continued, systematized nation dialogue at Geneva to avert another catastrophe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of Nations
Raymond B. Fosdick
League of National Association
Fosdick
Russia
Japan
Far East
Europe
Austria
Balkans
France
United States
Geneva
League
Eight Ways to Cause Automobile Accidents
A 1933 study shows 756,500 U.S. auto accidents on dry straight roads with good cars and experienced drivers. Eight blunders blamed include speeding for conditions and failing to slow at intersections, keep to the right, and avoid passing when blocked. Parked in dangerous spots also cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
National Bureau of Casualty and Surety
Public opinion on League of Nations membership debated
The text questions conditions for U S participation in ongoing Geneva conferences and asks whether the nation backs regularizing relations with the League. It asks if there is genuine sentiment to support the administration in exploring League membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Geneva
Fosdick
State Department
League of Nations
League
Toward a Safe Fourth of July
A local column warns of holiday hazards and potential injuries from celebrating the Fourth of July. It cautions readers that drownings, fatal car accidents, and firecracker injuries may appear in tomorrow’s casualty lists and notes that fools are often deaf to advice.
Indecency Query at Nudist Wedding Prompts Warrants
A Chicago Century of Progress nudist wedding sparked warrants for participants accused of an indecent exhibition. John Patterson’s attorney claims he was a “high-minded” divinity student who attended as a cameraman, raising questions about who was truly indecent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Patterson
Chicago
Mary Belle Spencer
Sally Rand
Drivers urged to curb reckless and adventuresome spirit
The text warns that many drivers know they are wrong when committing common errors and emphasizes the need to curb reckless and adventuresome driving conduct. It underscores caution and responsibility on the road.
North Carolina Independence Legacy and Modern Celebrations
The piece recalls Mecklenburg Countys early push to replace Crown appointments with elections in 1776 and North Carolinas role in calling for a Declaration of Independence. It reflects pride in the states contribution to U S independence while noting persistent poverty and a call for a new declaration toward better living for the masses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mecklenburg County
New York
Germany Looks Back in Porosrn Hope
Bruce Catton argues that German monarchist sentiment resurfaces amid Nazi rule. He traces 1918 collapse, wartime blunders, and the shift to democracy, then to Hitler, noting current Berlin reports of a possible Hohenzollern restoration and the paradox of a discredited regime seeming like a savior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Catton
Germany
Ruhr
Hitler
Berlin
Hohenzollern
Public school playground row sparks urban life debate
A New York woman sued to block use of a nearby public school playground except when in session, claiming it was a nuisance to public health. The piece contrasts her view with the reality that children need safe play spaces and warns against neglecting playgrounds as they can reduce crime and degeneration. It also notes a separate item about twenty ton government building doors under construction in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The Man Who Always Speaks His Mind
A humorous line notes that a person who speaks freely may not always think before speaking. It highlights the gap between blunt honesty and careful consideration.
Broadway Haberdashery Fashions Spark Sporty Style Craze
New York July 4 report notes Broadway clothing shops mirror flashy performer tastes appealing to dancers gamblers and dressy crowds. Window displays feature bold pieces including the milk white derby and purple Barney Ross bow while stars like Garbo Crawford and Hepburn drive trends copied with exaggeration by fashion-seeking shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fifth Avenue
Barney Ross
Max Baer
Broadway
Garbo
Crawford
Hepburn
Noel Coward considers transferring all activities to America this fall
Noel Coward weighs moving his entire career to the United States this fall and may stay away from England for years. Friends say a whispering campaign fuels the idea rather than lack of knighthood. His American confidantes include Clifton Webb and Kathleen Norris, with Jimmy Walker and Dudley Field Malone among his London companions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noel Coward
London
America
England
Coward
Albion
Clifton Webb
Charlies
Kathleen Norris
Michael Arlen
Broadway
Hollywood
Arien
Paris
St. Morits
Jimmy Walker
Dudley Field Malone
Dudley Field Malone’s restless career and Shakespearean study
Dudley Field Malone moves between law and public life, repeatedly offered positions at established firms but drawn to adventure. A gifted orator and learned Shakespeare scholar, he embodies shifting moods as he seeks new challenges across his era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dudley Field Malone
America
Dog lovers plan self sufficient shop and hospital complex
A large group of dog enthusiasts plans a modern dog shop dog hospital complex in a brownstone off the avenue. The facility will be a sanitized castle with a yard for romping and bone burying space and will aim for self sufficiency with backers covering any deficit. Prospective owners will be screened like Cartier or Tiffany accounts and trusted veterinarians will care for sold pets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toby
Cartier
Tiffany
Decline of West Side Socialites After Market Crash
A sociologist notes that upper class women once dependent on a rising market are now largely unknown. Even exclusive apartments housed one or two, especially on the West Side in the 70s where tenants dominated. They dwindled six months after the crash and now live largely on charity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upper West Side
Pigeons Fear and Feasts End in a City Moment
A writer recalls years of coaxing Patrick's pigeons to feed from the hand. On a single startling evening one bird boldly landed on the wrist, and the author reacted with a dramatic mock gunshot, reflecting on life and desire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Patrick
Look and Learn by A G Gordon Quiz Answers
The piece answers five questions: weddings occur every 90 seconds in the United States. the ancient wealthy king is Croesus. sharks have cartilage instead of bone. log rolling is trading votes for district benefits in Congress. Denver claimed the first chest in 1888.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Lydia
U. S
Denver
Modern Etiquette Q and A Format
A Q and A column on etiquette discusses engraved invitation cards for debutante introductions the meaning of the French phrase affaire d amour and the proper utensil for frozen puddings. It answers that invitations should be engraved a love affair is the translation and the fork should be used for frozen puddings.
Daily English Lesson by W. L. Gordon A word study note
Daily English lesson explains common usage errors mispronunciations and spelling tips. It focuses on words like visualize and the idea of expanding vocabulary by mastering one word each day. The piece includes guidance to picture mentally and improve language skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Mass
How to make tar soap and relieve prickly heat
Instructions advise mixing tar with liquor potassae and shaved soap, sponging prickly heat with equal vinegar and water then drying and dusting boric acid with cornstarch, and keeping the coffee pot clean by washing after each use and not leaving grounds to sit.
Stunting Cited as Major Cause in Airplane Deaths
An estimate states about 35 percent of airplane deaths and injuries are caused by stunting.
Liszt Rebukes Czar During Public Concert
Franz Liszt publicly admonished the czar of Russia for speaking while he performed, an incident recorded as part of notable 19th century musical history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franz Liszt
Russia
Misleading Platinum Bricks Sold to Newcomers
An old report notes that platinum once traded so cheaply that buyers were tricked into paying for bricks of the metal, which were then misrepresented to unsuspecting novices.
Halloween Traced Back Two Millennia to Druids
The origins of Hallowe'en are traced to about 2000 years ago in the era of the Druids. The account links the festival to ancient Celtic practices and seasonal rites observed in early Britain and Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallowe'en
Woolen mitten and cloak found in Swedish peat bogs
Swedish peat bogs yield a woolen mitten dated around 100 B C and a still older woolen cloak, both indicating ancient textile craft and preservation in bog conditions. The finds suggest early clothing production and regional material use, shedding light on prehistoric textile traditions.
Child Welfare Efforts Save 100000 More Babies Annually
The estimate credits ongoing child welfare work in Britain for saving about 100000 more infant lives each year than in 1900, highlighting progress in early 20th century public health efforts and social services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Puzzle list fragment for cross word clues and answers
A fragmented OCR puzzle list with numbered clues and partial answers. Includes terms like Yankee Doodle, Ancient, Trunk of a tree, Northeast, spigot, Burden, and various other cryptic style hints with inconsistent capitalization and punctuation.
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