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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1929
Page
4
A dated reflection from June 15 1929 features biblical verse I Samuel 16 17 and quotation by J G Holland on the value of prayer. The fragment cites Saul seeking a man who can pray well and notes prayer's rightful place in divine company.
The Winston-Salem mayor reports city officer and employee bonds will total 250000, up from 62000, to address fraud losses exceeding 100000. The article urges other cities to survey surety for public funds and raise bonding to a safe level, as inadequate bonds expose treasuries to risk.
The Washington gathering of Democrats addressed by Raskob has not been called a house dinner by any attendee or reporter. No clear description of the event's status or tone is available beyond remarks attributed to Raskob and general chatter.
The Atlantic crossing by the Yellow Bird ended successfully though fuel exhaustion prevented reaching France. Crew Armeno Lotti Jr Jean Assolant and Rene Le fevre steered to a safe sea landing 150 miles from France with empty tanks and the plane intact.
The White House reaction to Mrs Hoovers tea guest drew criticism and shaped opinion. The statement aimed to temper opposition by addressing the hostess discretion and the political implications of hosting guests.
The piece describes a Texas legislative protest over social barriers and race relations sparked by invitations to a White House tea. It weighs the implications of President Hoover’s wife extending or limiting social courtesies to wives of Black lawmakers and others amid calls to avoid race discrimination.
An analysis of Gastonia Gazette coverage labeling strikers and leaders as un-American, and the Lasuran strike in Gastonia. The piece weighs whether the Gazette’s accusations of communism are justified and urges calm and justice from North Carolina’s workers amid clashes and heightened rhetoric.
Bruce Catton critiques the habit of elevating great figures to near-divine status using Hoover and Ford as examples. He notes Thibetans' reverence for Hoover and Ford and argues societies mythologize exceptional individuals while recognizing humanity in all people. He praises Ramsay MacDonald’s US visit and warns about rising rural traffic deaths in 1929.
A reflective line contrasts past habits with present restraint. It muses that life would be dull without occasional mistakes enjoyed as a luxury. The tone suggests nostalgia and a wry acceptance of evolving habits.
A humorous home front item notes that women have grown taller and sturdier yet remain sharp in wit and judgment. The blurb tethers a playful tone to evolving social perceptions without naming individuals or places.
Senator Heflin challenged any Democrat in the United States Senate to publicly pledge support for Al Smith for president in 1932. The article notes that most senators are focused on their own presidential ambitions and have not responded.
A portrayal of a man who blocks floodwaters with barb wire along a river to fish through the season. The piece notes his aim to live off the catch all summer from his improvised farm setup.
Michigan lawmakers launched a study to determine if female students smoke on campus. Officials may expand the inquiry to whether they also bob their hair as part of a broader social behavior assessment.
Thomasville reports Walter Welborn a prominent lawyer died in Roanoke Virginia after illness. News comes amid local misfortunes as Will Holder family suffers two tragedies including death of their baby and a near fatal street accident involving their other son. Funeral for the child held at Albemarle. R L Pope hosts large Baracas barbecue for Sunday school class.
The group led by Assolant Le Fevre Lotti and Schreizer landed near Santander by the Bay of Biscay after being diverted from France. Officials supplied 125 gallons of gasoline and supplies, while Madrid and the Santander governor aided their airlift. Locals welcomed the aviators with flowers and questions, and civil guards protected the plane as the travelers hoped to reach Le Bourget soon.
Dr. Howard W. Odum director of the University School of Public Welfare was inducted as an Alumni Foundation member of Emory University’s Phi Beta Kappa chapter. Emory alumnus of 1904 Odum is noted sociologist with regional South studies and editor of the Social Service Magazine.
Davidson College announces a varied summer for faculty with many studying at American and foreign institutions, teaching in southern summer schools, and traveling for research. Notable steps include four professors at the University of Chicago and others at Columbia University and the Middlebury Spanish School, plus extensive travel in Europe Asia and the Middle East.
A flowered chiffon gown features a long sleeved ecru lace bodice with tight waist and peplum, paired with a full uneven skirt. A matching chiffon jacket completes the floral ensemble in a period style.
Owen Parsons eight son of Mr and Mrs Ernest Parsons was badly hurt yesterday afternoon when struck by an automobile in front of the J W Kennedy store on English street near his home. He had multiple fractures in both legs one arm and a deep cut on a leg. He was taken by private car to High Point hospital where he remained a patient today.
June 15 Lexington Wheat harvest is underway in Davidson county with daily reaper activity. C A Leonard farm demonstration agent notes an unusually good barley crop and praises soil fertility for uniform wheat height and heading. Davidson county has often led state wheat production, alternating with Rowan and Randolph for the top spot.
Lexington June 15 Permission has been granted by the board of county commissioners to the Davidson County Fair Inc manager Deve Leonard to hold the annual Davidson County Fair this year. Leonard has begun tentative plans for the event slated for the week beginning September with negotiations active with leading road shows expected as attractions for the fair.
A dessert features French ice cream as a base topped with glazed fresh strawberries and toasted almond strips arranged to resemble a pie, creating an elegant, layered presentation.
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