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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1933
Page
4
A scripture verse from Acts 8:20 condemns Simon Peter's rebuke to Simon Magus, stating that money cannot purchase the gift of God and that his intention is condemnable. The line warns against bribery or attempting to buy divine favors.
A Guilford County judge harshly criticizes defense tactics in a larceny sentence case, admonishing a defendant for a lengthy jury address. He warns that pleas of guilty could save time and money, and questions poverty and ignorance as barriers to fair trials. The remarks, seen as severe and possibly cruel and unusual, raise concern over court delays and the fairness of trials for poor defendants.
A historical perspective asserts railroads are essential to U S recovery. It notes railroads employ millions and drive demand for fuel, lumber, and steel. Comparisons show sharp postwar spending declines: fuel outlays fall from 364 million in 1929 to 178 million in 1932, and iron and steel from 437 million to 100 million.
The report notes railroad expenditures last year totaling 445 million dollars, but only one third of average annual spending for the five years ending 1929 was invested. This signals a sustained underinvestment in rail infrastructure and maintenance.
The High Point police department is urged to enforce traffic laws strictly, especially against reckless driving. The piece argues the city has long suffered due to lax enforcement and notes frequent accidents and widespread failure to signal turns. It calls for consistent action and accountability from police to uphold the new enforcement decision.
The U.S. Department of Commerce bulletin shows High Point without an airport or suitable landing field. The article urges the city to secure a government recognized landings field, noting many communities have such facilities and hoping for action within a year to build or improve near the Greensboro highway.
A Western man reportedly set a world rope skipping record at 20 010 consecutive jumps then suffered a nervous collapse before marrying. The piece notes Chicago University alumni and reflects on investments like Horace Rackham's Ford stock windfall, calls for Senate racketeering inquiry, critiques Roosevelt's patronage, and ends with Father’s Day wisdom and travel cautions.
Rear Admiral Bradley A. Fiske argues the republic faces a transition similar to the navy’s shift from wooden ships to steel monsters. He recalls 1880s changes where officers learned new methods, ships were rebuilt, and strategy evolved, urging adaptation now.
A Georgia woman aged over 100 says she has never owned or seen a car. The remark highlights her long life in an era with few vehicles around her, underscoring rural isolation and mobility limits.
A returning explorer claims cannibals despise white men but smokers taste stronger to them, a claim noted as a curious sales angle cigaret advertisers may have missed.
The parallel between naval reform and national change is drawn by Admiral Fiske. He notes old officers clung to pristine decks while politics and business longed for the past. Mechanical progress forced the navy to stop lamenting decline and align with modern invention.
A discovery introduces a man credited with enhancing nature by creating the luminous imagery used on seed packets. His method reportedly elevates the appeal of flowering varieties through striking visuals.
A University of Chicago graduate is said to have set a world rope skipping record by skipping 20 010 times, with editorial suggesting the feat reflects training from skip ping classes.
Reports from Italy suggest Premier Mussolini faces a downturn as he starts riding a motorcycle. The move signals a shift in public image amid mounting political pressure and uncertainty about his leadership.
A California barber completed a self shave in 49 seconds during a speed contest, a surprising display of skill that yielded a strong victory impression.
The text argues that current reforms in manufacturing logistics and finance require collective action rather than nostalgia for independent business and minimal government. It likens the approach to navy teamwork, urging wholehearted contribution to solve national problems.
A local farmer reportedly earned seven thousand dollars from a single field plowing effort. The piece highlights a rare instance of high farming returns and notes community reaction to the surprising profit.
Divorce court filings reveal that even cited soul mates can part ways as spouses. The cases show varied reasons including incompatibility and differing life goals leading to dissolution of marriages.
A London economic conference will feature a 70 foot long bar serving drinks to thirty six delegates from sixty six nations. The setup aims to keep delegates in good spirit during discussions.
Robert C. Hook explains lunar planting rules for High Point readers. The piece lists dates June 22 to 24 for above ground yield vegetables and notes safe final planting dates for crops like cabbage lettuce kale melons cucumbers and celery bleaching technique via earth covering to produce white stems.
The final report by William Penn high school on garments made for High Point Board of Public Welfare lists 13 items in the sewing room including boys suits rompers and dresses under supervision of Mrs. Griffin. Earlier before Christmas 195 garments were made with 75 by Civic Club welfare women. total for the year 208 garments.
Two appraisal committees to investigate complaints on property tax assessments were formed by the board of county commissioners acting as a board of equalization and review. The city committee includes J. D. Brame A C Hudson and B A Ranson. the county panel lists Grady Bowman J H Bowman and H Hudson.
Chris von der Ahe owner of the St Louis Browns in the eightieth era praised Charles Haas as the greatest baseball fanatic he had seen. Since then reporters have referred to such enthusiasts as fans.
Barrett Colvin returns to New York after four years and falls for Elinor Stafford, with her mother Lida Stafford plotting to influence her and a web of past romances, blackmail threats, and family ties. A sunset drive leads to mutual affection as Barrett contemplates a possible lifelong partnership.
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