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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1946
Page
4
A letter argues that greedy landlords and profiteering shop owners push price hikes from 45 to 125 dollars and shoe costs up in High Point, claiming such acts force government regulation and threaten free enterprise, warning broad society will suffer if price controls become permanent.
A reflective July 4 1946 editorial links Jefferson’s declaration to the contemporary wartime weariness and discontent. It argues the pursuit of happiness remains an individual right worth protecting, despite grim global context and domestic strain, urging Americans to exercise it with resolve.
The piece laments missing flags on Independence Day and questions civic pride. It recalls Philadelphia's founding, honors fallen soldiers, and hopes for progress as the nation faces uncertain tomorrows with a blend of pride and sorrow.
A news story reports Asheboro considering Sun day moving pictures and local ministers opposing the plan. The piece argues blue laws fail to boost religion or morals and urges ministers to draw worshippers by making services more appealing rather than outlawing entertainment.
Capitol observers link President Truman’s veto explanation of the OPA bill to a possible Republican 1948 nomination by Taft. Wake Forest college moves to Winston-Salem interest rises while railroading claims surface over the foundation plan. Safety, funerals costs, and university retirement at seventy mark the week’s Capitol news.
Lynn Nisbet outlines how the 1941 state retirement act covers workers with prior service up to age 60 and the transition issues for those now reaching 70. Teachers and other employees oppose higher takeouts yet support adjustments to protect veteran staff, while officials note retirement pay stability as a retention factor and discuss a $5 per year minimum retirement pay solution.
NEA brief notes a private Washington wake for liberalism featuring Charles M. LaFollette and Robert W. Kenny. The event, hosted by Lt. Orin Lehman, explored liberal prospects and possible political realignments amid looming November elections.
Tens of thousands reply to the McMahon committee on atomic policy with views on civilian versus military control. Lame ducks in 1946 elections emerge from primaries, with several lawmakers and party switches noted. The piece also mentions nutrient X, a potential vitamin-like factor, and a social note about Mrs. Herbert Hanson with Addis Ababa ties.
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