Fashion of the World Passeth Away and Fame Questioned
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1930
Page
4
The Shekels and the Defiant Trustees
The article condemns campaign money tactics and demands full disclosure of funds used in 1928 by Bishop Cannon and Frank R. McNinch. It argues that evading the corrupt practices laws undermines public trust and highlights the need for accountability in campaign finance. It cites Jameson’s $48,000 contribution and questions the justifications of the two figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Cannon
Frank R. McNinch
North Carolina
McNinch
Charlotte
Mr. McNinch
Virginia
Jameson
McNinech
Protest by fourth ward manufacturers over fire station move
Manufacturers in the fourth ward protest the proposal to relocate the central fire station from city hall property to Willow Brook and Russell corner. They argue the new site would slow response to older, wood-working plants in the third ward and risk costs to both factories and local citizens. The city council will consider the underwriters suggestion with careful attention. Mr Tate voices concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Ward
Central Fire
City Hall
Willowbrook
Russell Corner
Central Station
Third Ward
Tate
Controll ing Firefighter Location Needs Local Study
Continental Furniture urges High Point residents to study their own protection issues despite insurance field experts. The city must decide on fire crew stationing without delegation, stressing prompt movement and proximity to main fire dangers. A traffic engineer should determine location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Furniture Company
High Point
High Point to Form 40 Player Band Under Louis Stookey
The Enterprise praises High Point forming a 40 musician band with Louis Stookey as director. The group plans weekly outdoor concert programs and a debut next week, highlighting experienced players and readiness to perform without intensive training. The piece argues a band is a valuable community asset and urges local initiative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Louis Stookey
Stookey
Editor of Times Faces Quiet Scrutiny After Primary
The Raleigh Times editor, a dour Scotsman, is the subject of questions following recent primary results. The piece notes his lighter verses and hints at personal fare, but emphasizes editorial, not personal, discussion while acknowledging the election’s impact on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh Times
Carlyle
Outdoor Commencement of Carolina Sets Tone for 135th
The University of North Carolina hosted its 135th commencement outdoors by transforming the campus into an arboretum and amphitheater. Dr. John H. Finley of the New York Times delivered the address as Dr. F. P. Ven. struggled with the moment before stepping toward the presidency, with Dr. Harry Woodburn Chose to bid farewell after 20 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of North Carolina
Nature
Memorial Hall
John H. Finley
New York Times
Harry Woodburn
Frank Porter Graham
F. P. Ven
Thrilling dirigible era hints at industrial use
A columnist reflects on the Graf Zeppelin's ocean crossing and the shift from novelty to practical commerce. He compares history’s tech milestones from railroads to automobiles, notes aviation gains, and dismisses sensationalism in favor of steady adoption amid ongoing tong warfare in New York.
Smashing Democratic Victory Seen in North Carolina
Enterprise Bureau Raleigh June 11 predicts a sweeping Democratic win in November after Josiah William Bailey's primary victory over Senator Simmons. Analysts cite anti Hoover sentiment, Bailey’s sportsmanlike stance, strong Democratic registration, and Republican voter apathy as signs of a party sweep statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Hoover
Hoover
Simmons
J. D. Langston
Goldsboro
Simmons Campaign Advisory Committee
A. B. Andrews
Raleigh
Mr. Bailey
Bailey
North Carolina
Simmon Porters
Senate
Commencement at University Noted as Historic Event
Faculty and community saluted 50 years of service while 337 graduates received degrees. Dr Finley urged a musical reading of his address, noted for harmonizing with the setting. Frank Graham and W T Best praised the moment as a poem to the commonwealth, marking a historic ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Finley
Frank Graham
W. T. Best
Commonwealth
Motoring Motto Guides Safe Corner Turning
The line about doing a good turn is echoed as a helpful reminder for motorists to exercise caution while navigating sharp curves and road bends.
Canadian Press Laments U S Magazine Imports Strain
A Canadian paper criticizes heavy import of American magazines taxing government transport capacity. The piece notes Sat Eve Post and other titles shipped to provinces, highlighting provincial distribution pressures and logistical strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Blue Ridge Ramblers Delight at Orpheum Theater
Letter from B R Jesse praises the Blue Ridge Ramblers for two nights of string music at the Orpheum theater last week. He contrasts with jazz, calling the performance worth every penny and hoping they return soon for longer shows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enterprise
Blue Ridge Ramblers
Orpheum Theater
B. R
Jesse
Sleeveless Bolero Trend Tops Street Frock Look
Fashion notes the sleeveless bolero matching the short sleeve dress as the current street wear. It can be worn at home with the frock or removed for a lighter look.
Wisconsin G C Pluniversity Law Hit Chain Stores Record
Oshkosh and Washington updates describe a Wisconsin convention platform calling for immediate national advisory prohibition polls and curbs on non resident chain stores. It urges licensing laws, condemns absentee ownership, and cites a 1929 double liability law for bank holding firms. The Hoover era probe is discussed by Congress, noting misapprehension about prohibition study. Vesely cites metro area population at about five million in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh
Wis
Congress
Wisconsin
Ed H. Decamp Seeking State Senate Seat
Carolina News Briefs reports Ed H. Decamp former editor and publisher of the Gaffney Ledger has announced candidacy for the state senate. The item notes Whitaker of Gastonia was reelected district governor by North Carolina Lions at the convention in Whikeax NC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qquaffney
S. C
Ed H. Decamp
The
Gaffney Ledger
State Senate
State medical examiners to meet in Raleigh June 16
J W MacConnell secretary announces that the state board of medical examiners will hold examinations in Raleigh on June 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avidson
N. C
J. W. MacConnell
State Board of Medical Examiners
Raleigh
Albritton Receives Meritorious Award at State College
James T. Albritton of Alypsoon received the certificate of meritorious award presented annually by North Carolina State College for extraordinary achievement as a farmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aleigh
N. C
James T. Albritton
Alypsoon
N. C. State College
Brown elected president of State Lutheran Sunday School group
In Lisbury North Carolina at the sixth annual convention Brown of Charlotte was chosen president of the State Lutheran Sunday School association. The report notes the event concluding the gathering with leaders and delegates from multiple churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Man Brown
Charlotte
State Lutheran Sunday School Association
Eg Lisbury
N. C
CAP
Officers Elected By Eastern Star in Asheville
The grand chapter of North Carolina Eastern Star held business sessions and officer elections in Asheville on June 1 with over 500 members in attendance. Mrs Grace E. Edmonds of Charlotte and Marshall Dilline of Gastonia led the meeting, while Mrs Madeline B. Conklin, organizer of the North Carolina chapter in 1905, was honored at sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asheville
Grand Chapter
North Carolina
The
Eastern Star
Grace E. Edmonds
Charlotte
Marshall Dilline
Gastonia
Madeline B. Conklin
Chicago Population Is Put At 3 353 000
Chicago opens census day with a preliminary figure of about 3 253 500 residents, a 24 percent rise and 650 000 gain. Vesely, head of the census advisory committee, says official counts at a luncheon may not change these numbers materially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesely
Chicago
Joseph FE. Vesely
Association of Commerce
Mull To Continue As State Chairman
In Raleigh on June 11 observers see no definite impact from Josiah W. Bailey’s nomination for the U.S. Senate on North Carolina party leadership. It is indicated Chairman O. M. Mull will keep the post for another two years, despite rumors of a resignation by Governor Gardner’s executive counsel at the July 3 state convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
Josiah W. Bailey
United States Senate
O. M. Mull
Gardner
Organdie sleeves on pink handkerchief linen dress
A pink handkerchief linen dress features a princess cut with a very full flaring skirt and a pointed V neck. Tiny puff sleeves in white organdie tie halfway to the elbow with narrow pink linen bands.
Diesel air cooled engine gains acceptance in planes
The Packard Diesel air cooled engine shows promising acceptance as it is installed in several aircraft. Industry observers anticipate practical tests and cheaper air travel. The Diesel engine burns less fuel by weight and costs about half as much per gallon, with the Texas Company distributing Aerodiesel fuel to 1,500 bases for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Company
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