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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1933
Page
4
A fragmentary line from Job 18 5 echoes a theme of divine judgment and the extinguishing of a wicked light. The text presents a devotional tone, though the broader context is unclear due to missing surrounding content.
The piece reports rumors that Treasury Secretary Woodin may resign by Labor Day and that Secretary Hull might leave, while noting no official word from President Roosevelt. It argues diverse voices among his advisers help balance the massive social experiment as policies unfold.
Hollywood gossip catalogs star insurance stunts from Gloria Swanson to Edmund Lowe and Louise Vazenda. The piece notes policies covering clothing, faces, curls, and even a horse named Tony, illustrating the era’s publicity jolt culture.
A discussion notes a new kidnap policy for young prospectors that excludes any mention of its existence. The piece jokes that real policy details are suppressed to avoid publicity seekers and page one sensationalism.
Workforce at the New York Customs House used the National Industrial Recovery Act bargaining provisions to demand higher pay. Fifteen dollars per week was the code standard, up from thirteen, and the workers secured the increase after presenting their claim to James Flinn Hodgson, district head of the Commerce Department.
President appoints Joseph Eastman as transportation coordinator to push railroads toward self sufficiency and curb excessive executive salaries. He urges voluntary cuts from top to office boy, citing debt, layoffs, and stalled profits as justification. Notable salaries under review include Hale Holden at Southern Pacific and peers at peers across major lines.
A list shows several railroad presidents and executives receiving large payments including L A Downs Ili nois Central 90000 and J J Pelley New York New Haven and Hartford 90000 plus Paul Shoup Southern Pacific 90000 Carl Gray Union Pacific 90000 F KE Williamson New York Central Lines 80000 and T Bledsoe Atchison Topeka Santa Fe 67500.
The Hartford Courant discusses expected use of inflationary powers by the administration. It notes President Roosevelt’s bold yet cautious approach and reliance on diverse advice while warning that prudence requires acknowledging dangers in the New Deal.
George N Peek, administrator of the Farm Adjustment Act, warns grain dealers to clean up abuses in the grain trades or the government will act. He says the recent wheat market crash exposes evils in the system and stresses farmers rely on dealers for price and marketing.
The Chicago Board of Trade and other grain exchanges should serve producers processors and consumers. Unbridled speculation and violent price swings are detrimental. Farmers and the public need orderly marketing guided by supply and demand. Prices must not be inflated or depressed for nonproducing profiteers. The government’s production control program costs about $100,000,000 for wheat growers and must not be jeopardized by speculators.
Administrator Peek gains broad power to license grain exchanges and handlers, revoke licenses, and remove undesirable dealers. The Board of Trade and the grain trade welcome federal intervention as wheat price is pegged and ranges limited while future remedies are explored.
The Home Owners Loan Corporation acts quickly to curb a loan racket targeting mortgage burdened homeowners. It states borrowers do not need paid agents, offers free preliminary property appraisals, and charges only nominal fees for final appraisal and title examination when loans are granted. It warns that unjustified charges can bring up to a $10,000 fine and five years in prison.
A French housewife alleges divorce after claiming her husband never spoke to her for a century. The case raises questions about credibility and alibi practices in a provocative domestic dispute.
Two Indian state prison inmates were suspended from the prison baseball team after being caught attempting to scale a wall at night. The incident ended with authorities halting their participation and initiating internal reviews.
A local observer notes many men display a knack for grabbing opportunities or prizes. The comment suggests a trend in available prospects and competitive behavior within the community.
Government officials show interest in oil code and regulation. The discussion hints at policy attention to energy industry rules and potential changes affecting service stations.
Sue helps Jack recall a dangerous past as they arrive at a lodge full of old acquaintances. Corbett admits a misjudgment about a supposed henchman while Jack and Sue face social reminders of wealth and class as they drive in together.
Mc Daniel Lewis plans at the department convention in Wilmington August 18 19 and 20 to introduce a resolution for an annual Legion memorial award honoring Colonel George Mr Freeman of Goldsboro. A three editor panel chosen by officials would select the year’s most outstanding unselfish public service by a North Carolina citizen, with a Legion trophy. The plan may be adopted statewide, with possible changes to the selection method.
The April data show 249 private pilots 94 commercial pilots 354 air engineers 368 aircraft of which 299 are commercial 96 airports and 1 commercial and military plane produced in the United States.
North Carolina state workers blame Governor Ehringhaus and Budget Director Dunlap for July 1933 salary cuts authorized by the general assembly. They accuse officials of unequal treatment as they demand higher wages amid national push for shorter hours, citing Highway Commission surplus and persistent budget cuts.
A historical ad describes Tepis tonic as a remedy for underweight children and adults. It claims the medicine purifies the blood and improves health after a few days, urging caregivers to try it for their pale, thin children.
The article notes appropriations for state departments and a split over salary reductions led by Representative Tom C Bowie of Ashe with his "economy at any price" stance. Bowie and allies sought 40 to 50 percent cuts versus the final 38 percent. It mentions a sea airport school opened at Jamaica New York and the St. Francis Chapel at the Mission Inn Riverside California housing aviation memorabilia and trophies.
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