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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1931
Page
4
Chief Justice Hughes defends a Minnesota statute restricting press criticism of public officers while noting that past vitriol in early American debates was harsher. The court emphasizes the vital role of a vigilant press amid complex government and rising crime, with five liberal justices in agreement.
High Point expands its playground and park system under advocate Steve C. Clark. Seventy five acres donated by the Blairs will host a nine hole golf course with Dugan Aycock as golf instructor. Nearby land by Jamestown lake will offer stocked fishing and simple recreation under supervision.
The United Confederate Veterans claim this year’s reunion may be the final gathering. The gray forces’ commander speaks optimistically about near term finality though no formal end is declared.
The writer notes a grandson may follow his ancestor into reporting Confederate reunions and questions the idea that the South shows an end to these gatherings. Reunions thin yearly as foot parades fade, yet old soldiers stay connected to the lost cause and the memory of youth in the South persists.
Canada raises tariffs in a ricocheting policy move shielding domestic factory and farm goods. The piece weighs whether protectionism or reciprocity drives the shift and notes Britain’s free trade stance contrasting Canadian needs. It considers future tariff sentiment amid Russia’s export plans and global trade pressures.
The article notes Virginia's rising cigarette production dwarfs North Carolina gains and highlights how tax policy and industry expansion influence tobacco revenue. It references Richmond tobacco business growth and contrasts with earlier Raleigh debates on taxing schemes while mentioning Byrd and state policy as factors.
A fragment notes that constant tax plan changes are argued against as inequitable and destructive to legitimate enterprises or property rights, implying a preference for reform that protects existing rights. The text reflects a broader policy dispute over taxation and its impact on business.
The article notes Governor Gardner rewards allies with key posts including Gurney Hood heading the banking commission and E. B. Jeffress as chair of the reorganized highway commission. Other selections include BB. M. Gill as secretary and Tyre Taylor promoted to executive counsel, signaling a party loyalist pattern.
In a session marked by a new alignment on key matters Chief Justice Hughes and Associate Justice Roberts led a five to four majority alongside Justices Brandeis Holmes and Stone overturning state actions. Dissenters McReynolds Butler and Harlan were noted in several decisions while naturalization cases followed a separate majority. The Indiana Chain Store tax and California Red Flag law featured prominently amid broader debates on property rights and free political discussion.
A casual recount of a person’s day includes cooking mishaps with mislabeled coffee and overindulgence in bread and jam. The narrator notes a dog enjoying boiled potatoes and describes a modernistic ensemble of jam on a Sunday tie and shirt. The day ends with a pleasant dinner at a cafeteria.
The article cites alleged Horton pardons and misuse of state funds. It links Governor Horton to a 1928 Wilkerson pardon after a primary, a 1929 appropriation bill followed by a $2,800 piano purchase for the executive mansion, and the discharge of Neil Bass and Harry S Berry for resisting Lea and Caldwell. It notes Caldwell and Rogers Caldwell’s Kentucky Rock Asphalt interests.
Davis found guilty of publishing a false report about Central Bank and Trust of Asheville, which collapsed last fall. He seeks delay of sentencing until related bank cases are resolved. judge Barnhill has denied the petitions. The bank’s failure wiped out deposits totaling about 20 million dollars, including 9 million from Asheville and Buncombe county, triggering a wave of closures.
Ottawa reports new tariff measures raising duties on more than 200 commodities including autos oranges and magazines. Premier Bennett defends protectionist policy saying Canada must shield industry while revenue from the changes is estimated at 78 million plus.
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Sir Roger Keyes, admiral and Portsmouth commander, denounces reducing Britain's navy as blind folly. He warns treaties require backing by strong arms and likens peace reliance without force to laws without police. He argues the world war showed force cannot be forsaken in international affairs.
The Belgian balloonists tout their recent ascent as a sure win, declaring the feat “in the bag” and signaling confidence in their ongoing campaign.
Franklin county commissioners demand bond backup from Sidney C. Holden registrar of deeds to cover an alleged shortage. Auditor Ralph L. Steele found Holden's accounts show a deficit of 8 684.70 for July 1928 to May 28, 1931. Holden has long served as Franklin county register of deeds.
Lenoir Rhyne College awarded two honorary degrees during its commencement in Hickory North Carolina. 52 seniors graduated as R. W. Carver superintendent of Hickory schools received a Doctor of Education and Rev. W P Cline of Fairmont Virginia a Doctor of Divinity. Dr H B Schaeffer president delivered the literary address. Rev W J Boger chairman of the Lutheran Synod education board presided over the ceremony.
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