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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1940
Page
4
A short devotional note contrasts shifting human beliefs with the enduring gospel of Christ. It cites Mark 14:31 and quotes T. L. Cuyler on the permanence of gospel truth versus changing religious systems.
The article discusses the launch of the battleship North Carolina as a symbol of increasing naval might amid World War II. It contrasts the move with earlier peace efforts and notes soaring ship tonnages, while weighing risks of German victory and potential U.S. involvement. It mentions Italy, Hitler, and public commentary from the Concord Tribune and Durham Herald on alliances and politics.
The War on careless driving yields little sensational progress. The Winston-Salem Sentinel cites figures from a leading life insurance company showing a higher four month death toll than last year, with North Carolina reporting the most lives lost but a sixth ranking in percent.
The report shows twenty one states with decreases from 2.5 to 51.7 percent while the nation totals 7 697 traffic deaths for four months, up 2.3 percent from last year. Ronald Hocutt credits civic, media, and law enforcement cooperation for North Carolina's improved safety and urges continued effort.
The German submarine commander who showed consideration in dealings with the liner Washington will probably not receive a medal from Hitler. The Charlotte Observer suggests the commander could be immediately court martialed by the Nazi regime for alleged misconduct.
The fragment comments on Hitler and his followers displaying a spark of humanity amid a scene described as innate German savagery. It signals a critical view of Nazi leadership and their public image during a period of extreme atrocity.
In Ware Massachusetts in fall 1937 a cotton mill sale threatened closure. The town raised 32500 dollars from 962 shareholders, secured a bank loan, and recruited new industries to move in. By three months later seventeen firms operated there, boosting employment and payroll, proving cooperation can restore a town.
Readers are urged to cut out columns and paste them into a personal Scrap Book to study success as a textbook. The prompt invites immediate action to begin compiling inspiring notes and tips for ongoing self improvement.
A concise historical sketch tracing the flag from early 1774 to Congress 1777 adoption. It notes briefings by Franklin and others, the first hoisting by Washington in 1776, earlier pine tree emblems, and the 13 stripes with a blue union of 13 stars marking the original states.
Walter Winchell column notes on Jimmy Durante and a contempt arrest, Rudy Vallee seeking Marines, the American Anti 5th Column Committee, Hollywood gossip about Ricard Doran Jayne Manners divorce, Barbara Blair aboard the Roosevelt, and other racy cable dispatches spanning entertainment, politics, and social quirks.
Dr. P. E. Sidley of High Point College will leave for Sabina Ohio to join the faculty of the Denominational Training School for the summer. Local firemen plan a memorial service at First Reformed Church. High Point City Band to rehearse Monday night. Frank J. Sizemore and son depart for Clarksville Virginia where his father is ill. Rev. R C Fortune of Durham to preach to local deaf class at St Marys Episcopal Sunday morning. Norman and Arthur Fidler receive cable from England about their father’s death in Hazel Grove Cheshire. Final tariff action expected today. Bebe Daniels to wed Ben Lyons tonight in a Hollywood hotel. A Chicago bandit robbed a bank teller of 700 dollars before fleeing with the same amount.
Local news notes the Enterprise Building near Wesley Memorial Church was bought today from Irving Park Company by R. B. Terry. Other items report city court cases, aspiring High Pointer travelers to Greensboro for Cameron Morrison, Shriners convention in Spokane, residents’ travels, and a Chicago Republican convention slate led by Harding and Coolidge.
A jumble of odd items notes weather limits, war policy, and political posters. It mentions Somme Committee demands entry, Colorado voting on racing, Poincaire and Schuz at Del Monte Ranch, Reno pickpockets, a divorce suspect duo, a Jamaica process server named Guttentag, and a lighthearted remark on Menu Mentions.
In Washington on June 14 Senator Vandenberg’s support for aiding Britain and France signals the collapse of the once powerful isolationist group in Congress. President Bush Catton notes public sentiment backs a stop Hitler stance, with Hoover seen as peace movement’s last hope.
A young farmhand ordered a silver plated cornet with payment and received it. The mail-order house sent back a note claiming a silver cornet won’t do for brass music. The weather report notes a heat wave breaking soon.
The passage argues that no retreat into trenches is expected this fall despite rapid, overwhelming pressure. It suggests a fast, decisive approach will be taken rather than prolonged static defenses.
The article notes the defense board has not started active work and sits in cushioned chairs while decisions are learned. Edsel Ford traveled to Washington to report on an army airplane, meeting with Secretary Morgenthau to discuss impressions. The piece questions potential industry impact if Ford produced a thousand planes daily and suggests political hurdles may block him, recalling a failed postmaster bid.
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