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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1936
Page
4
A reflective note cites I Timothy 5 24 on sins laid bare before judgment and adds Sir Thomas Browne metaphor comparing unfolding sins to arithmetic figures where the final term surpasses all that preceded.
A warning against dangerous driving and reckless thrills in modern life. The piece cites a Winston-Salem man charged with bigamy and auto theft for a honeymoon escapade, urging mercy and temperance to curb deadly behavior behind the wheel.
Raleigh reports that Director Arthur Falk of the Highway Safety Division will suspend licenses of drivers charged with violations before trial. The law allows such action, but critics say it risks punishing the innocent and bypasses court due process while speeding up penalties for guilty drivers.
Idaho's long serving senator William E. Borah faces a tougher path as he launches a bid for a sixth term. Republican challenger Byron Defenbach backed by Townsend forces and Democratic hopeful Gov. Ben Ross loom as formidable opposition in the state primary season.
The article notes internal dissension in Idaho as Townsend forces may back Defenbach against Borah in the general election, claiming 100000 of Idaho’s 200000 votes. It warns Borah could fear a Republican bolt, even if he wins the nomination.
A praised first act staged as a romantic sentimental spectacle in which nations rehearse for the next war. Germany Italy and Japan are cast as thieves in a tense setup with fear driving the plot. The ending remains uncertain whether tragedy or comedy will prevail.
The piece argues Americans should pause their alarmist rhetoric and reflect on a resilient nation. It highlights that many will take pleasure in summer vacations, exploring vast highways, peaceful skies, and a welcoming land free from frontier guards or mandatory military greeting.
Millions enjoy baseball games beaches golf and porch life while dismissing doomsayers. They recall the nation’s rocky years, affirm its sanity and toughness, and believe the country can endure more hardship if needed.
Dr C W Hall of the University of Texas lectures undergraduates on married life in a course described as a mix ture of sociology and religion. He emphasizes sex functions and the responsibilities of marriage to foster better understanding among students.
A 10 year National Recreation Association survey finds Americans doubling interest in leisure time. In 2004 communities expand beaches golf courses pools skating rinks and similar play spots while standards rise. The trend shows the nation loosening up and prioritizing recreation as working hours decline.
New York social worker Dr Edward Lindeman argues divorce seekers are fundamentally childish as they blame others for marital strife. He notes all marriages test patience, but an adult approach reinforces patience before pursuing divorce as a change.
Before the fight Schmeling claimed Germany aimed for a sport image. The remark comes as he defeated Louis in America leaving him unconscious.
A correspondent notes that at Philadelphia's fifty three Roosevelt speeches not one mentions the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment. He cites Barkley and Robinson among leaders whose remarks focused on banking reforms and records of Roosevelt while omitting the repeal and argues the omission seems deliberate.
Some political insiders suggest Roosevelt’s repeal stance could revive old memories of his distant role in the prohibition fight. They note attendees like Albert C. Ritchie Alfred E Smith the Du Ponts and John Raskob formerly opposed to his leadership. They also recall the 1932 platform lacked a firm prohibition plank and mirrored Hoover's position until Smith and allies pushed a wets line.
A political account notes clergymen, largely dry, opposed the White House push a year ago to rally them into a campaign in support of repeal. The piece suggests the repeal effort was downplayed to avoid further alienating church leaders.
New York City musings reveal sartorial habits as readers buy ties shirts suits and overcoats in bulk with high end clients from San Francisco to Washington. The piece notes phony letters from officials and lists luxury orders from both local and out of town tailors amid skyline sightseeing and daily street scenes.
Indignant clergy denounce a political tactic after Roosevelt’s reveal. Polls show many clergymen opposed to the New Deal while Rev. Stanley High, once Christian Herald editor, aids the Roosevelt campaign funded by the DNC. High previously backed dry policy and once projected Hoover victory.
Twenty years ago the First Baptist Church in this city called Rev J A Clarke of Wilmington as pastor but kept the salary at 1800 dollars. Bishop Cheshire to visit St Marys Episcopal July 12 at 7 pm to confirm a class of eight or ten. The visit includes Mr and Mrs Crowson hosting the bishop. Judge McRae of Thomasville was a visitor and Mrs Dodamead moved to 205 East Washington. Blanche Horner of Bonlee visits Mrs Deligny. Thomas Dodamead travels to Hendersonville for sketching.
Mr and Mrs Mann Pitts announce their daughter Bes Onarguerite will wed Dr I Thurman Mann. The ceremony is scheduled for September 26.
Bruce Craven from Trinity acts as a visitor to Winston-Salem. Dr and Mrs W L Jackson of High Point were in the village yesterday afternoon visiting friends.
The Deutschland a German submarine arrives in Baltimore with a valuable cargo after a smooth 16 day Atlantic crossing. The incident marks a notable naval arrival for the port and highlights Germanys wartime presence.
John D. Rockefeller marks seventy seven with wealth around eight hundred million dollars, nearing a billion. The famed financier, once called the richest man, maintains immense holdings and influence.
About a month from today George A. Knyon of Cleveland Ohio says he will market a carburetor that will allow cars to run on coal oil instead of gasoline. The claim suggests a cheaper fuel source and a potential breakthrough for motorists amid ongoing searches for an efficient carburetor.
Dick Berlin, a leading airplane passenger, uses sleeping pills to endure flights. When dirty weather looms he takes four instead of two to knock himself out. A recent squall between Albuquerque and Kansas City left him unconscious as crew moved passengers to safety.
Readable lines mention Otho Otto near Hoxie Arkansas and a cast including Cape Cod writing circle members J Lincoln Fulton Oursler Weal Hara Royal Brown and others. References to Boelger B F Albee Marcel Proust Tommy Millard and Joe Wil appear in a garbled collage of names and vague actions.
A fragment notes two stenographers at Graybar discussing a worker described as the seven tempered man, with a line about the daily number of elevator activity. The brief hints at workplace chatter without full context.
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