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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1929
Page
4
A compact excerpt presents Amos 45:15 exhorting hate evil and love good alongside Thor eau reflecting that experience shows far more goodness, wisdom, and love in the world than people often imagine.
The Blair family gives about seventy five acres on South Main street for a municipal park and playground in High Point. David H. Blair and John J. Blair require a first class nine hole golf course, three tennis courts, and a club house approved by the planning commission, with park grounds kept neat and protected by police. The gift spurs recreation for workers and provides affordable golf access.
Norfolk editor Louis Jaffe told the Virginia Press association that Virginia papers no longer function as a state aligned shield. He argued papers must freely criticize leaders in emergencies and shed self imposed inhibitions to reflect the community without fear of politicians or advertisers.
The Charlotte Observer warns of propaganda around the Gastonia murder case of Police Chief Aderholt. It argues Beal and associates face trial amid claims they are Communist martyrs. The piece asserts North Carolina courts will still deliver a fair trial despite outside pressure.
The White House predicts higher governmental expenses after a congressionally approved appropriations study. Greater outlays for militia, post offices, farm relief, naval expenditures, extended aviation, and new cruiser construction are cited as reasons, making further tax cuts unlikely.
The text argues that government spending will rise as a nation develops and that taxation, while unpleasant, is essential for necessary government functions. It emphasizes honest, wise use of funds for the public good and fair disbursement to ensure national well being.
Wake Forest president emeritus Dr. W L Poteat argues ignorance is the seed of wisdom not bliss. He says progress depends on realizing ignorance and striving for knowledge, noting schools exist to transform ignorance into understanding.
Dr Branson of the state university proposes rural church consolidation. He argues the decline of rural churches requires a unified system with trained pastors living nearby. Modern travel enables one church to serve a large area beyond immediate neighbors.
The article notes Dr. Branson advocating consolidation as a prudent trend. It states rural school consolidation progresses slowly and new methods meet patience. It predicts eventual rural church consolidation aligned with broader business and activity trends.
The piece compares current tensions between the Chinese government and Soviet Russia to Europe’s powder keg era. It notes major powers hold interests in the region and a localized clash could escalate, potentially drawing in broader conflict or remaining confined to the two nations. The outlook is unsettled and not reassuring.
A New York departure by a luxury Sikorsky amphibian with lights and water for a Chicago millionaire's family hints at a coming era. Air vacations with real luxury will be rare now but may become common in years ahead, as wealthy travelers lead the way to a vast future of aerial tourism.
The reader ponders a unlikely scenario of a woman bearing twelve great grandchildren while spending 300 hours in an airplane, imagining a remarkable long haul journey.
A reflective note suggests Europe should be a pleasant home and proposes convening a conference to resolve any debts or obligations through dialogue. The remark frames diplomacy as the path to harmony and economic cooperation.
France considers limiting American film imports to protect domestic cinema. Regulators weigh quotas and tax incentives while studios warn of reduced access to global titles.
Edison asserts he once slept for 174 hours straight and compares his experience to living next door to a man with a cornet, implying a contrast in lifestyles or noise.
Dr Mayo urges embracing youthfulness to stay vibrant though he notes older people rarely choose to settle into such a lifestyle.
Eastern North Carolina Republicans and state leaders denounce President Hoover and the national party for neglect and rejection of southern GOP aims. They cite failed appointments to revenue, the farm board, and the DePriest affair as evidence that the national organization ignores southern Republicans and bolsters Democratic prospects.
Raleigh July 20 The industrial commission reports more than 1500 accidents under the workmen compensation law in three weeks. Fatal cases bring 6000 to beneficiaries while medical costs are covered. Chairman Matt H. Allen cites nails and careless walking as major minor injuries and urges safety education for workers and employers.
In Terre Haute a reporter notes Captain Kilroy Harris an Australian describes Tasmanian wedding rites. He says the bride's father may knock out a front tooth of the groom and the groom bears “marriage scars” filled with mud on his back. Flirting is frowned upon among natives.
Pure ocean water looks blue because water absorbs red light more than blue. The intensity of the blue hue depends largely on salinity levels and how they affect light color perception in sea water.
Revival services in Thomasville at the First Baptist Church wrapped up after nearly two weeks led by Rev. W L Griggs of Charlotte and Rev. Chas Jollay with Mrs Jollay of West Asheville. The event added 31 new church members with 21 planned for baptism and others by letter to partake in the Lord's Supper next Sunday. The evangelists departed Saturday, leaving warm regard from local congregations for their work.
A veteran Virginia observer argues that Bishop James Cannon Jr. faces a tough race as “down the line” Democrats mobilize against him. He cites weak primary turnout, party desertions, and GOP endorsements of Anti-Smith candidates as key factors shaping a near even vote and a likely Democratic gain in November.
Adolph L New has been elected full time secretary of the Lexington Chamber of Commerce and will assume duties September 1. The move follows a May board offer for August 1 arrival, delayed to September 1 by contract terms and timing. Previously secretary at Hickory, he comes highly recommended for notable achievements. The Lexington post has been vacant since May 1 after C M Starkey resigned.
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