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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1930
Page
4
A political analysis arguing that Bailey faces a Simmons dominated fight in North Carolina. It argues the Bailey camp resists old party tactics and stresses Bailey’s independence and long service, despite past alliances with Simmons. The piece contends Bailey’s courage and loyalty would unite the party if nominated.
John Arthur Dewar's heir, aged 38, inherits the title and a five million dollar fortune yet remains devoted to labor. He proclaims work gives life meaning as swift social change shifts how nobility views employment and success in Britain.
The text compares concessions to wealth and leadership to earlier British policy allowing banditry levies. It calls Young Lord Dewar part of a generation trusted to advance imperial aims in line with modern rules and influence.
Davidson College installed Dr. Walter Lee Lingle as the eleventh president in a ceremony described as the greatest in its history. A new $625,000 building was dedicated, signaling a “new era” of educational usefulness and larger service for the college. The piece notes Lingle’s long involvement at Davidson and questions claims of persecution linked to prohibition debates.
The first day of inquiry into whether negroes registered in Raleigh could vote as Democrats in the upcoming primary yielded limited findings. One name removed at request, forty-six challenges withdrawn, eighteen overruled, and eight voters proved white. Investigators expect results to remain largely inconclusive.
The piece questions rights to refuse senate questions in the Sinclair and Cannon cases, noting Sinclair served six months for contempt and Cannon faces possible immunity doubts. It argues public interest in disclosure, cites the $65,300 donation to Cannon's 1928 campaign, and urges accountability in government and church matters.
Frances Perkins argues that public and private construction in the next six months can spur a broad economic upswing. Hiring more workers boosts spending on clothing, shoes, furniture, radios, cars, and food, triggering further employment and a broader recovery across industries. The author stresses mass production and high wages as key to a richer era and national happiness.
Raleigh June 4 A keenly fought race between Senator F M Simmons and Josiah William Bailey shapes the Democratic primary. Analysts predict a close result with 250 000 to 300 000 votes cast on June 7 and a winner likely under 20 000 votes, depending on weather and turnout.
Two Detroit men sought 10 000 from a Cleveland merchant by threatening to kidnap his six year old son and burn his store. The man alerted police and the suspects were arrested within 12 hours. Authorities prepare penitentiary cells as the racketeering plot collapses.
Italian prime minister Muscleini outlines fresh policy measures stirring debate among opposition leaders and international partners amid domestic economic concerns. Analysts expect rapid parliamentary maneuvering as chambers consider reform timelines and potential impacts on markets.
An undertaker was shot in Chicago recently, reportedly by a person who believed he had been taken for a ride. Police reported no further details on motive or suspect at this time.
The newly appointed Supreme Court justice Owen J. Roberts was awarded an honorary degree. Judge Parker, who was rejected for the office, also received a third degree in a separate ceremony.
A group of congressmen played a horseshoe competition and faces questions about ringers as a senate investigation looms. The event sparks debate over fair play and political optics during a period of scrutiny.
Raleigh reports a 28 year boom in public school libraries rising from a $2,500 1901 appropriation to 2,532 libraries with 1,153,326 volumes. Rural systems house 2,137 libraries with 732,376 volumes and city libraries number 395 with 420,950 volumes.
Otto Von Porat announces he will not proceed with the scheduled 10 round bout against Young Stribling at Chicago Stadium on June 16. The Norse puncher cited he does not care to meet Stribling at this time, ending the planned clash.
Air corps photographers crafted a mosaic map of the Chicago waterfront from the Indiana line to Wilmette. The completed chart spans 30 feet in length and four feet in width, despite dense smoke and cloud cover.
Richardsons from New York and Greensboro will give an additional concrete section to Davidson College stadium this summer. Dr. Walter Lingle announced at the annual association meeting that the brothers already funded the Richardson athletic field and half the current section. The new section, matching the present size, will join the existing structure at an expected cost near 20000 dollars.
In Fayetteville North Carolina six young men jailed for contempt after applauding the acquittal of Fort Bragg soldier Thomas Scott on counts of criminal assault against a Black girl were freed by Judge Meekins after one night in confinement.
South Carolina farm women will be declared master farm home makers at the state council meeting in June. The honorees are Mrs. Annie H. Dunlap of Mountville, Mrs. Vance Livingston of Salley, Mrs. Mathew W. Patrick of White Oak, Mrs. Rupert H. Tilley of Anderson, and Mrs. Samuel J. Summers Sr. of Clemson.
The Rev. C. K. Wise of Hickory was chosen president at the Lenoir-Rhyne College Alumni Association annual meeting in ICOKORY. The event marked a leadership change for the alumni group.
A judge directed a not guilty verdict for Alan B. McMillan on charges of violating national banking laws after the failure of the National Bank of Fayetteville. Judge I M Meekins presided in Ayvettevill e.
Lonnie Bass age 25 died in Arshville North Carolina from injuries suffered in an automobile accident Saturday. He died yesterday according to AP reports.
A. D. Prevatt, 70, a Lumberton farmer, is hospitalized with a broken neck after his buggy was struck by an automobile driven by Wilton Mclean oldest son of former Governor A. W. McLean.
The 1929 motor vehicle registrations in Canada reached 1,193,889, up 117,070 from the previous year, reflecting growth in automobile ownership and usage across the country.
Gliding lowers the barrier to flight by teaching instinct, handling, and landings before soloing a motor plane. The method cuts learning time and costs while producing safer pilots, since every glider landing is a forced landing in effect.
Chicago police and state investigators hunted a West Side crematory believed used by a North Side gang to destroy murder evidence. Pat Roche announced reliable tips linking the device to recent gangland killings, including the disappearance of racketeer William Higgins and whiskey dealer Ben Bennett.
Washington report says Republican leaders aim for a Senate vote on the tariff bill by week’s end. Senator Simmons blocks a roll call on the supplemental report while Norris proposes speed by handling both conference reports together. The supplemental report includes six provisions such as the flexible clause and lumber tariff. other sections carry numerous rate details.
Duke university completed its largest class with 236 graduates and 100 advanced degrees. Dr. Ray Lyman Wilbur, secretary of the interior and former Stanford president, delivered the commencement address as Governor Gardner offered greetings from North Carolina.
Cyrena Van Gordon, a renowned grand opera soprano, is financing the musical training of a blind girl in Chicago, supporting her path in performance.
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