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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1976
Page
5
A compact selection cites James 1 26 27 urging pure religion shown by visiting orphans and widows and keeping unstained from the world. It contrasts democracy’s ideals with religion, quoting Elbert B Thomas on ethics and anti interest as ineffective substitutes.
A syndicated columnist argues government may harm health by failing to curb emissions while politicians claim Washington itself is dangerous. The piece notes Carter and Reagan campaigns critique federal reach, with North Carolina senators criticizing regulation. Morgan urges a 60 day veto to curb agency rules. The 1976 political climate frames the BbAbylon on the Potomac metaphor.
The piece recalls Truman's 1948 victory over Dewey and the Dewey gamble of a safe campaign. It cites Carter and Mondale vowing not to repeat Dewey and Warren mistakes, fearing overconfidence while polls favor their side. It stresses cautious campaigning and awareness of party division.
A historical probe recalls 1968 Dugway Proving Ground in Utah where 6,300 sheep died after a nerve gas test error and 50 wild horses later died on the site. The Army denied fault while payouts were made to ranchers. Despite treaties and accords, CBW programs linger in secrecy and defensive research continues amid limited inspections.
A Greensboro reader protests a proposed shift from backyard to curbside garbage collection. He cites elderly and disabled neighbors, work schedules, aesthetic decline, vermin, and blight along the curb. He praises High Point’s system and urges officials not to change policy.
The author informs the Randolph County Board of Commissioners chair of their refusal to join the Randolph County Council on the Status of Women. They cite zero budget funds for the council, a reliance on charity, and a political maneuver by the board. The letter criticizes the lack of support and calls the situation a tired, tacky game.
The North Carolina Senate Rules Committee on July 7, 1976, voted to keep Rule 35 prohibiting roll call votes in all Senate committees. An amendment to allow roll calls failed by voice vote, with a later committee poll showing abstentions and votes that would have passed if counted. The letter urges the full Senate to approve roll call voting to ensure accountability in campaigns and for voters to know candidates positions.
Leon Schute, famed for blending utility and beauty in civic design, died by his own hand after a string of notable projects. His work includes the new City Hall with Edward Durrell Stone, the YWCA, High Point College facilities, and the Bassett Furniture showroom. His career left a lasting template of modern, functional architecture across High Point.
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