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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1929
Page
4
Quote attributed to Ezekiel and Charles Midiway warns the reader that dwelling on vile thoughts proves the worst punishment beyond the deed itself. The line juxtaposes moral failure with land possession in a reflective biblical tone.
An article critiques a new state patrol in Gastonia and across North Carolina for loud sirens and horn use. It notes a middle aged man with a weak heart died after hearing the sirens and calls for enforcement of noise laws to curb unnecessary disturbances.
The Labor publication accuses R. J. Reynolds Tobacco of underpaying workers while Bowman Gray funds a luxury mansion in Winston-Salem. It notes a five million dollar, 374-room home with gold fixtures and questions where profits go, suggesting Uncle Sam benefits most from the enterprise.
The piece describes a Republican aligned anti Smith faction backing a governor nominee in Virginia as part of Bishop Cannon era conversion. It argues the aim is to defeat the Democratic party in Virginia and shift the state toward the Republican camp, with Cannon as a prophetic driver of the strategy. It questions whether Cannon seeks a continued political redefinition or a quick instalment plan for Virginia’s alignment.
The text argues that the company’s net earnings are modest and that employees could benefit greatly if a portion of the large government levy on the business were distributed to workers as dividends.
The High Point ruling board weighs building a municipal power plant to produce electricity and cut costs, challenging Duke Power rates. The piece argues communities may be overcharged and questions whether hydro power in the Carolinas is truly economical. It also critiques legal action surrounding Dr. Anderson’s trial and the lingering suspicions over motive in the criminal proceedings.
The Raleigh Times notes the second trial of Dr. Albert Anderson, head of the State Hospital for the Insane, ended with acquittal after the judge ruled the state's evidence insufficient. The dismissal marks another acquittal in a series of grave-crime accusations lacking solid proof.
Bruce Catton reviews a Red Cross magazine feature about relief workers in Guion Arkansas after a devastating tornado. Nurses, water restoration, and shelter efforts transform a destroyed town into a hopeful recovery, showcasing teamwork and humanitarian resilience.
In a village tale a constable’s house freshly painted signals awareness of someone jailed in the same town. The remark reflects local humor about crime and community life.
Prohibition agents shot a Minnesota man during a Sunday family outing. His wife and children escaped unharmed as the incident drew immediate attention to violent enforcement actions.
The Washington resident cited for a courageous innovation served a party without liquor, a notable act highlighted as a Carnegie Medal recommendation choice.
A Nebraska girl teacher drives a wheat truck during the summer as a cautionary notice to tourists traveling through the state. The brief advisory emphasizes careful driving near agricultural routes and rural roads.
Funeral services for Mrs. Lucille Walton Hinshaw wife of Prof C R Hinshaw of High Point College were held at their residence 909 West College Drive Rev R I Farmer pastor of First M P church assisted by Dr R M Andrews president of High Point College and Rev E Lester Ballard. Interment was Oakwood Memorial Park cemetery. Pallbearers included Dr P S Kennett Prof T C Johnson and others with numerous friends in attendance.
The monthly bulletin from Hampton Roads lists Raleigh as a top Carolinas station in the southeast navy recruiting division. It notes April enlistees from North and South Carolina who completed recruit training. It also reports J B Walker of Mount Airy passing all tests and entering the navy aviation pilots' school for a two year program.
David B. Roberts, president of the Railway Executives association, says overworked railroad employees keep about 50,000 men out of work. He urges readjustment of schedules to restore jobs by shortening the work month to match other industries. He argues a compromise can reduce hours without added cost.
In Lexington on June 27 Davidson county farmers visited W. D. Graham’s farm in Rowan county to see Piedmont North Carolina’s first combine a wheat reaper and thresher. The machine cuts threshes cleans and sacks 70 bushels per hour according to W G Yeager farm demonstration agent. Davidson county plans to obtain a similar machine next year.
At the Chicago Art Institute a contest celebrated unconventional art by glorifying the kitchen sink showing how everyday objects can become avant garde works and draw public attention.
Fifteen years after funds were spent the French parliament approved the 1914 budget. War disruptions delayed the passage and forced the lengthy process.
North Carolina State college will register 50 advanced students from Pennsylvania's former forestry school to study southern conditions under Dr. J. W. Hofmann. The group, nearly all of the Pennsylvania program, seeks full forestry courses beyond a junior year, prompting budget changes and an additional faculty appointment.
On June 27 1720 the Mississippi Bubble burst as John Law'sFrench scheme to drain debt and finance Louisiana exploded. The bank halted payments, bank notes and shares halved in value, gold ran scarce, Law fled France, and a Mississippi share cost 24 livres.
About twenty state superintendents of education from eastern and northern states toured Lexington today. They inspected Midway and Welcome rural schools in Davidson county and visited Lexington public schools. Hosts Prof. Hasty and Prof. Cowles accompanied the group en route to New Orleans for the National Education Association meeting.
The world championship for figure skating will be held next February at Madison Square Garden in New York. The event will be under the Amateur Skating Union of the United States with the New York skating club arranging for European competitors. Representing 17 nations, participants also voted to enter the Lake Placid 1932 Olympic Games.
Duke endowment trustees meet in Durham on October 5 to announce the opening game for the university stadium with University of Pittsburgh as the opponent. They postpone September to October 5 and tour the campus, hospitals, libraries, and dormitories while noting rapid progress on the stadium project. Alexander H. Stands Jr. reports the endowment in excellent condition.
The butterfly fish of Africa is described as having wings and the ability to jump three or four feet out of the water before alighting again and skimming along the surface.
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