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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1942
Page
4
Readers hear varied views on wartime production orders and election timing as Fernley Fawett presses for immediate orders while Dr Terrinic critiques syphilis propaganda. City officials discuss school budgets, consumer complaints, and local inquiries touch on Aleutian weather and military reporting needs.
The Councils study shows High Point ranks second in crime among seven southern cities and higher than Greensboro and Raleigh. It notes 13.6 percent of High Point families were convicted last year and 26.8 percent of Negro families faced convictions, with high divorce and child neglect but low mental illness and illegitimacy. It urges ongoing follow up by Judge Don McRae, Police Chief Friddle, and welfare leaders to drive action.
Washington reports reveal intense resentment among generals and admirals over Admiral William D Leahy appointed chief adviser to coordinate services critics say the move could split command rather than unify It is argued Leahy lacks modern sea power experience yet the President should be allowed to judge his capability without condemnation The bitter interservice jealousy is called disgusting by observers
A reflection on Jesus final days in Jerusalem and prophecy in Luke 21, contrasting apocalyptic signs with faith. The piece surveys early Christian courage, martyrdom, and interpretations of Revelation, noting historical church trials, reform memories, and modern religious art trends urging believers to lift their heads as redemption approaches.
The piece discusses "bicycle courts" run by youths in several cities to handle minor biking offenses. It argues the approach could improve safety more effectively than regular courts and suggests trying it locally, noting young jurors might educate older riders about safe cycling.
A note on the origin and spread of compound surnames like Shakespeare. The piece traces how such phrase names form from traits, occupations, or habits, with examples including Lovejoy, Lovelace, Dra inwater, and Shakeshaft. It discusses meanings, origins, and the shift from brutal or humorous labels to modern surnames.
A reflective piece by W. A. Bivins on Benedicts and Beatrices plus a memory-filled meditation. It blends comic domestic scenes with nostalgia for magnolia trees and antebellum days, ending with a quiet tribute to enduring memories and flowers.
A column notes Broadway gossip and society chatter featuring Major de Seversky, imposters at famed venues, Hedonistic Paris hosts, Lou Gehrig’s ALS, fear of pastries in warm weather, and a parade of showbiz and political tidbits. Mentions include Bogart, Marilyn Miller lookalikes, Lizzie Dilling, Damon Runyon, Helen Gates, and Pat Rooney Sr. plus a Brook lyn flag incident and NBC segments.
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