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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1929
Page
4
A reflective note cites scripture and a quote on fortune. It contrasts poverty of abundance with famine at a feast and suggests a man’s grief masks his true grandeur. The lines imply discontent as a form of enduring immortality.
The trial of 23 labor leaders and strikers on murder conspiracy and assault charges begins in Gastonia today. Letters from prominent North Carolina citizens urge a fair trial free from personal opinion, while local sentiment prompts calls for a venue change and careful judicial handling. Judge Barnhill will preside with jurors to hear testimony as the community debates the case.
Editorial summary of North Carolina editorials on Governor Gardner’s refusal to extend clemency to John Cameron. The Charlotte Observer deems Cameron waiting for better timing, Raleigh News and Observer cites clash of reason and emotion, Winston-Salem Journal stresses justice and fairness, and asks if Cameron’s reform is complete or potential and notes the state let him go awaiting further proof.
The text argues clemency should reflect fair treatment of the individual rather than speculative opportunities for others. It praises the governor for not pardoning Cameron, noting incomplete reform as a sufficient reason and questioning other cited grounds. It concludes clemency should temper justice without setting an unfair precedent.
The article notes Senator Simmons released a statement via the Democratic National Committee publicity bureau set up by Chairman Raskob and under his appointee. It argues Simmons seeks to leverage the bureau while denying changes in heart toward the national party.
The article praises Judge Lewis E. Teague for orders at municipal court opening. It urges early hearings on forfeited bonds and calls for improved space and filing by the city to ensure honest capable handling of records. It notes public concern over court paper mismanagement and urges action.
The column reflects on national memory shaping through places like Washington Cathedral and Gettysburg, notes aviation safety provoking mixed trust, and argues prejudice hinders decisions and progress. It links farm prices to dearth and surplus, urging education to curb bias and highlight real economic signals.
A Southern Section Am erican phytopathological association tour open in Raleigh visits orchards and farms. Drs Metcalf Brooks Winters Willis Mann Niswonger Fant Beaumont Lehman Haskell lead discussions on crown gall woolly aphis disease control. Prospective attendees include prominent researchers from many states and institutions.
An introspective quote argues that ignorance breeds bias and that lowering personal prejudices leads to greater success and happiness in life.
A historical blurb notes a fossil with joints working both ways, signaling unusual anatomy. The piece blends science with social commentary on money, fashion, and Washington society, joking about attire and seating at events including Mrs. Gann’s presence.
Police raid on a secluded Wisconsin residence uncovers 6500 dollars in various bills. Authorities speculate the occupant lived frugally and remained isolated, with no clear ties to any union or organized group.
A farmer reports a heifer died from choking on a roll of paper money lost in the pasture. The humorous remark suggests worry that farmers may face other losses and misfortunes in rural life.
John Walter Price 519 Farrow Street longtime furniture salesman died at a local hospital after a short illness. Born near Monroe March 18 1878 he lived in High Point 145 years. He helped open Barbier Furniture stores and recently worked for Cut-Rate Furniture on East Green Street. Survived by widow formerly Ollie Jackson and sister Maggie Tulle of Concord. Services at Wesley Memorial Church Tuesday at 2:30 conducted by two ministers. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.
A brief dramatic exchange features a woman rejecting a suitor with sharp insult calling him an intellectual monstrosity and physical misfit. The man replies that he will judge from the general trend of her talk. Tit-bits.
Birds respond to light shifts with activity at dawn and nesting as night falls. The pattern shows heightened sensitivity to sunrise and sunset cues, guiding their daily behaviors and roosting cycles.
The piece argues for a merit based civil service with positions filled by qualifications and competitive tests. It notes the scale of government employment, the need for a dedicated personnel agency, and the risk of political influence without safeguards. It cites reform proposals and quotes Frank Kent on political appointments.
T. W. Andrews of High Point North Carolina a National Education association ethics committee member voices a strong stance against gossiping embarrassing pupils displaying bad personal habits and teaching private beliefs in schools A 3145 teachers 1606 replies survey identified unethical practices with gossiping about colleagues as top concern 439 votes Discussing pupils to embarrass them or parents drew 133 votes and 98 cited bad personal habits The statement urges avoidance of religious political or personal propaganda in classrooms and bars teachers from acting as agents for book sales or commissions Propaganda for any interest is condemned while teachers should exercise citizenship without partisan use of their role
Eight hundred boys and girls from across North Carolina arrive at State College for the annual 4-H short course. Miss Martha Creighton and L. R. Harrill lead classroom work, sightseeing, and evening vesper services. The week includes reports from National 4-H and leader camps, a King and Queen of Health crowning, Friday elections, banquet, and Camp Fire ceremony.
An odd clashing exchange questions a towel mistaken for crepe on a door. The remark hints at a dead room-mate and raises questions about foul play versus accident. Life magazine frames the odd clue as a doorway into a tense domestic scene.
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