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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1929
Page
4
A compact excerpt contrasts wisdom and craft with folly. The Job citation notes the wise falter by their own schemes, while Colton laments fashionistas sacrificing happiness for vanity and love for pride.
The passing of T. J. Finch near Thomasville removes a key neighbor and builder of the region. A leader in Piedmont industry, he transformed the Thomasville Chair Company into a major Southern factory and helped develop local rail and civic life.
The Kellogg Anti-war Pact gains prestige as Russia signals not to attack China. The commentary notes war avoidance may hinge on nations' sincere peace efforts and predicts Russia will push for U.S. recognition citing Pact compliance. The piece questions credit for preventing conflict and highlights grandstanding versus genuine peace value.
Herbert C. Parsons of Massachusetts notes a 25 year crime decrease due to probation programs. He cites low crime rates, fewer homicides and burglaries, and says probation helps keep offenders out of prison for good conduct, as Boston remains relatively safe.
Governors of Southern states announced at a recent leaders gathering their shift to a dry stance, backing Hoover's prohibition enforcement. Leaders Richards, Byrd, Gardner led the fervent declarations with Alabama and West Virginia also voicing strong approval of the anti liquor push.
A New Yorker who attempted suicide with gas drew attention and charity, prompting reflection on prevention versus relief. The piece contrasts public responses with deeper social causes, citing a Midwest veteran family saved by swift aid after a crime and urging ongoing reform rather than temporary bursts of sympathy.
The article asserts that high quality care demands skilled professionals. It emphasizes the role of experts in delivering advanced medical attention and improving patient outcomes.
A brief note observes chorus girls as a fixture in talkies and cites advice seekers withholding guidance when unfavorably received. It also notes silk stockings becoming affordable yet many women choose to forgo them despite lower prices.
The piece notes a hypothetical Russia versus China conflict would show a striking red and yellow color scheme. It contrasts German heavyweight Ludwig Haymann with a PhD and Max Schmeling as the higher earner. It also mentions Americans spending about a billion dollars yearly on beauty and calls women wasteful.
Ambassador Dawes declined a sip of wine at a London luncheon yet delivered several jokes that drew good laughter from all guests. His humor is noted as notably dry.
North Carolina Revenue Commissioner A J Maxwell says the state still owes 80000 to 100000 in 1 percent gross receipts tax on the Southern Power Company for 1927 before its absorption by Duke Power. Officials cite tax misalignment, past payments, and a budget deficit as motive to recover funds and balance the two year fiscal outlook.
A million-dollar airport on a 20-acre site near Memphis enables four large tri-motor planes to take off or land at once. Three hangars will shelter 49 to 50 aircraft for the city Curtiss Flying service and Universal Aviation corporation.
Jake Timberg, a Los Angeles bottle dealer, collected 3800 dollars worth of empty alcohol bottles from 190 hotels after a convention. He held exclusive concessions and gathered gin, scotch, ginger ale, champagne, beer, and other empties.
J C Baskerwill reports Raleigh July 20 that relief from the federal farm board hinges on farmers forming cooperative associations. State groups like the North Carolina Cotton Growers Cooperative and other regional bodies could access loans and credits, while individuals receive no direct benefit.
A bolt of lightning dislodged two stone blocks from the arch roof of the Isaacson and Goldstein building on South Main Street housing N H Silver Clothing. Fire crews cleared the debris, halting traffic briefly while removing the danger from the cornice.
Evansville Indiana reports a curious catch from the Ohio river a fish about 20 inches long with two feet and external moss like gills. The creature swims using its feet and defies local classification.
Readers urged to inspect fur coats not yet stored or tarred for moth damage. Cleaning now may prevent moth infestation and preserve value, as experts warn late-season storage can miss hidden pests.
Diedda Arabia reports Mecca's modernization with motor cars electric lights and refrigerators. St J Philby describes Mecca Medina and Jeddah awaiting a railroad connection to link Djedda with Mecca and Medina under King Ibn Saud.
When removing the canvas from cross stitch work a pair of small tweezers is the best instrument for careful thread handling and clean releases.
On July 20 1918 German forces led by General Ludendorff were halted by American and French troops in the Second Battle of the Marne. The offensive stretched from Chateau-Thierry to Dormans near Rheims and toward the Argonne Forest with over 800000 troops. A counterattack pushed the Germans back and shifted the front outlook to the Allies’ favor.
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