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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1936
Page
4
A dated reflection notes that rocky reception of word shows lack of roots, while true believers endure temptations. Inspirational quotes from St Juke and Thomas a Kempis emphasize that hardship tests virtue, not creates frailty, and that occasions reveal character.
An Anglo British special tribunal condemns the leak as a breach of trust, citing Mr J H Thomas who resigned as colonial secretary. London businessmen allegedly used leaked data to hedge against higher taxes, highlighting the need for severe punishment of public information misuse and renewed vigilance against malfeasance.
It is too late to fix current conditions but suggests when future repairs on heavily used North Main streets occur the street be closed or one side repaired at a time. The aim is to end the ongoing headache quickly and avoid repeating it in the future.
Mr. E. B. Jeffress returns with a seasoned analysis of North Carolina politics as statements are being given out recklessly. He notes the improving physical well being of the author and the fathoming quality of his statements remains evident.
The two Greensboro Daily News articles show Jeffress speaking with intelligent understanding of the state's fiscal problems. He writes as a patriot and citizen genuinely concerned with the welfare of the state and its people, with boldness and directness as hallmark traits.
The piece urges voters to consider lesser state offices beyond the gubernatorial race. It highlights lieutenant governor as influential, noting most voters cannot name candidates or their positions, and stresses that contests for these offices matter as much as the governor race.
Hickory declines a 17 cent school tax supplement, arguing deferral not defeat. Advocates vow to rebound as communities recognize the cost of poor schools. Defeat of better schools remains deemed impossible in a spirited North Carolina town.
The untimely death of Speaker Joseph W Byrne removes a key Democratic leader who quietly built support for the program during hard early recession years. His passing is described as a loss to a capable minority and later majority leader and to the party's political rise.
The country mourns the passing of a great American who rose from Tennessee fields to a position of influence and service. He spoke of upholding party platform while protecting minority rights and recording positions on public questions.
The Il Messaggero argues for strict controls in Ethiopia to place natives under firm Italian supervision. It urges placement of many white families in strategic roles to ensure native subjugation, suggesting Ethiopians have moved from one form of bondage to another.
Washington congressman Marion Zioncheck faces criticism for fountain wading and glass throwing in New York City. The incidents prompt calls that, as a representative for 280,000 citizens, he should act as a responsible statesman rather than conduct public stunts.
The Wilsons report their first service at Fort Barnwell Baptist Church and outline a four church field in Fort Barnwell Dover Cove City Spring Gardens under the State Mission Board. They thank friends in High Point and invite new connections as they begin mission work in Dover N C Fort Barnwell area.
A brief note describes drivers turning gray from confusion at signals as a woman ahead signals a turn or shows a new diamond high as the road rules create hesitation and tension in traffic.
Washington notes Governor Landon strengthens his path to the nomination as party insiders rally behind him. The piece critiques Borah and Old Guard tactics, highlighting Williams as a cautious Borah ally and predicting a convention less controlled by former bosses.
The speaker argues the Old Guard has lacked real power since 1924 and has not revived at major conventions. They cite the 1928 Kansas City and 1982 Hoover nomina tions as examples of its futility, noting current backers of the London movement are not Old Guard.
New York observers describe Culbertson as a top bridge figure with a $500,000 net and a $1 million Connecticut estate. He thrives in publicity, draws big crowds, and is praised by John Kobler as a master of hype. The piece also notes his affluent lifestyle and media reach, alongside Percy Crosby’s art exhibit and isolation.
The strategists anchored allied support in the Middle West near Kansas, naming Governor Landon to capitalize on geography and agricultural appeal. They aimed to avoid mistakes, build sentiment, and convince rivals no hidden weaknesses exist, leaving the Old Guard behind.
A retrospective note recalls strict freshman conduct rules set by High Point College ten years earlier. Freshmen were required to wear caps, respect upperclassmen, and carry baggage for athletic teams while discouraging general freshness. The piece mentions the Bophomore Court concept and hints at Hollywood’s silent film era attitudes toward talkies.
Louis Bromfield the author continues his travels in India writing from the Maharajah’s camp in Mysore. He recounts visits to Penang Singapore Makassar Bali Samarang Batavia and Sumatra and mentions photographing a huge tiger in the field. He describes the journey in a monthly magazine letter to the editor.
Ruth Farlow starred as Duthh de la Noye in the High Point high school senior play Rose Of Plymouth Town at the American theatre last night. Her performance drew strong praise as the most outstanding character of the production.
Mr and Mrs Thurman Williams with guests Mr and Mrs George Attmore of New Bern attended the Cloninger Boren wedding in Greensboro last night.
Miss Anne Carter Marsh returned from Randolph Macon to Lynchburg Virginia for June week at the United States Military Academy. She is the guest of her uncle Colonel C. C. Carter and Mrs. Carter during the visit.
Earle B. Seickle, who refused the oath of allegiance and a commission, graduated yesterday at Annapolis and sails aboard the New York as a midshipman. He and 445 classmates disperse on leave before starting Navy or Marine duties, citing his dislike of naval life.
Mrs. Matt Wall Mrs. Wade Marsh and guest Mrs. James Hardison of Raleigh with Mrs. Thomas Turner and Miss Ruth Bowne were in Winston-Salem yesterday for a social outing.
Thomas A. Edison voices strong disapproval of efforts to influence or control the film industry. He criticizes attempts to shape movie content and production practices, arguing for independent innovation free of outside pressure.
As election day nears both camps claim large leads with Overman supporters predicting Reynolds will be disappointed while Our Bob backers express sympathy for Overman.
E. C. Seger, Popeye cartoon creator, is to be honored by a large Texas canning community. Organizers credit Seger with popularizing spinach through the character and boosting spinach canning as a profitable Southwest industry. The expansion traces to the cartoon series birth.
A writer recalls an officer greeting him with hostility as he crossed Madison Avenue. The exchange includes a crude remark about a mutual acquaintance and a vague offer to discuss family plans, suggesting a tense street encounter during the day.
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