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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1937
Page
4
A devotional note quotes Leviticus 27 34 and reflects that divine laws ease right action and hinder wrong behavior. The reflection cites Gladstone style prose about moral guidance and religious discipline.
An analysis argues the U S cotton control program failed to curb world supply as foreign production rose by 18 470 000 bales from 1932 38 levels, driving the 1937 carryover above prior highs by over 500 000 bales and diminishing U S role as the world’s main cotton supplier. The piece calls the policy a costly folly reducing national influence while boosting global competition.
The piece discusses France’s tradition of Universal Expositions tied to political crises and notes Prime Minister Blum faces mounting financial strain. It cites Blum’s May article promising exposition continuity despite politics, while acknowledging doubt whether the cabinet can weather the latest crisis and maintain the franc.
A West End property owners petition asks the city for enhanced fire-fighting equipment and protection for the rapidly developing area. The public safety committee may issue recommendations soon as reliance on a small volunteer company proves inadequate amid industrial and commercial hazards.
The government orders broad new special powers and taxes to curb speculation. Finance minister M. Suriol denounces speculators for the crisis, claiming they lack confidence in the French Government while urging capital to return to France.
The death of Representative Connery could shift key labor posts to women Mary T. Norton may chair the House labor committee and Sis Perkins may head the cabinet labor post. The prospect draws sharp criticism as they navigate a pivotal era in national wage and hour policy.
The State Highway Commission delegated the task of selecting the chief engineer and general counsel to its chairman. Chief Engineer W Vance Baise and Counsel Charles Ross appear to remain in their posts. Ross is praised for his experience and reliability. Baise, a North Carolina native, earned approval despite contractor opposition, and seems likely to stay.
Fire units responded to a call in High Point with instructions to move toward the West End district. Crews established fire suppression efforts and secured the scene as neighbors watched. No injuries were reported by press time.
Postmaster General Farley fights one of the meanest rackets fake mutual benefit life protection schemes that cost Americans thousands yearly. The operators sell policies without medical exams and accept prospects up to age 85. Benefits hinge on postmortem investigations, so payouts often go to beneficiaries only rarely. Investigate before you invest.
Gerhart H. Seger, exiled editor of Neue Volkszeitung, writes to the New York Times asserting that Germans lack any real freedom under Hitler. He cites fear, secret police, and propaganda as proof that majorities under 1933 were terrorized, predicts a free Germany will return, and laments book burning and Nazi control.
A High Point reader defends extended shop hours citing examples from Greensboro and Charlotte. The letter notes stores close Friday afternoon and reopen Saturday, arguing sales staff work long hours and deserve time off.
The piece jokes about the heart of gold and regimentation while lampooning a dentist's daily drilling. It contrasts modern scientific methods with old stage routines and end results, hinting at social and economic strain.
Washington reports Secretary Harold Ickes, despite illness and hospital stay, has ensured PWA funding for two more years and hints at Interior Department changes to Conservation. The piece also notes Ickes enduring influence, past clashes with Louis Glavis, and Roosevelt's support. It also highlights Congressman John Coffey’s 90 second speech boosting federal economy.
New York Day By Day by C O McIntyre surveys Paris romance, Broadway headlines, and entertainment figures. Highlights include Burton Rascoe’s book note, Ed Wynn’s stage presence, Marlene Dietrich’s edginess, Katharine Hepburn influence, Jerome Kern and Irving Berlin rankings, Gus Edwards’ career arc, and a maritime music moment on Yonkers ferries.
In the 1761 revenue act, a tax on molasses appeared with three spellings: molasses, "molasses" and mo- in early colonial records. The fragment notes confusion over the spelling of the taxed sweet syrup.
Newly elected city manager P. P. Pilcher will assume duties Monday morning and move to organize city departments to run smoothly in harmony. A note on local mischief reports 23 pints of whiskey found on Randolph Street prompting police outreach.
Twenty years past notes list Mr and Mrs J L Furgurson and Mildred Theresa visiting relatives in Danville. Mrs W Harriss and family visiting Dr and Mrs R P Anderson in Mocksville. A Y A OS attending state meeting at Wrightsville. W Freese and family to spend a month at Ocean View Virginia. Belgian officials visit President Wilson. Food bills pushed through Congress. British lose war gains in France.
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