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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1942
Page
4
A compact reflection on faith and resolve. The text cites a biblical line urging safety in companionship and a Milton exhortation to persevere without wavering against perceived divine will. It contrasts reliance on Providence with steadfast endurance in adversity.
An editorial contrasts Pacific naval progress under Admiral Nimitz with looming Atlantic shipping losses. It argues Japan seeks command of the Pacific, denounces treaty limits, and credits American resolve and production for wartime resilience while noting submarine threats tied to Pacific surface warfare.
The Durham Herald argues Republicans in Durham County risk being left out in the cold for missing nomination deadlines while urging adherence to rules. It recounts a collector who faced a debtor, cryptically noting a January payment. The piece cites rationing news, including the Asto Washington plan, and comments on fireworks sanctions amid wartime conservation, urging Congress to curb waste and avoid injuries.
The price administrator reports gasoline rationing flaws as motorists and stations skirt limits. Authorities propose enforcing coupons to prove gallons sold, tying refills to compliant stock. The plan aims to curb violations and ensure conservation through station level controls.
The Danville Register quotes that the 1942 graduates face a task far bigger than earlier classes. Yet observers see the young men and women ready and determined to defend liberty against brutal aggressors seeking to alter life and freedom.
Walter Winchell notes a lively New York premiere of the musical By Jupiter at the Shubert Theater led by Ray Bolger. The show, produced by Wiman Kellmar and Rodgers, draws praise from critics and features Belmore, Moore, and Venuta with Bolger delivering crowd-pleasing tricks.
A collage of lines about politics and society features remarks from Will Rogers Felix Noland Texas Guinan and Heywood Broun among others. The piece muses on independence in politics poetical fame and public figures with a playful jab at modern public life and culture.
A vivid exhortation urging steadfast faith and righteous action as danger rises. It urges rededication of life to purpose, warns against hate, and calls on leaders and marching men to rely on divine strength beyond human means. The imagery centers on lamps guiding through imprisonment and peril.
Thousands are expected for Trade Days in High Point. Arthur Kirkman is appointed to the city school board, succeeding E. K. Ingram. Dr. W. J. McAnally urges planting Fall and Winter gardens for health and beauty. Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Hayden attend Duke commencement. Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. E. Miller depart from a two week tour through western North Carolina and Georgia. Dr. Walkup S. R. McCain returns from Philadelphia. Honorary degrees awarded at Duke Commencement to D. D. Kitchin, Frank Graham, and Walter Lingle. Dr. William W. Keen dies at 95 in Philadelphia. R. B. Parker elected tax collector for High Point Township. Rotary Club luncheon features an oratorical contest with Rev. W. A. Lambeth and Alvin Parker among speakers. E. N. Allen named president.
In Washington Peter Edson surveys soaring war spending, noting U S expenditures rising from about 35 billion in 1941 to 77 billion in fiscal 1943, with estimates for a ten year conflict reaching trillions. He compares costs to Panama canals and warns that even two trillion dollars would mean thousands of canals. He also covers wartime price and production controls and daily material use.
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