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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1940
Page
4
A biblical meditation contrasts trust in the Lord with shame and deliverance. The text cites Psalms and quotes Brooks on trusting Christ through love and fidelity, emphasizing faith and devotion.
The piece discusses Willkie as a GOP nominee, noting his Democratic past and unusual appeal. It highlights party dynamics, Indiana history, and the sense he represents a personality over a strict standard bearer, signaling a shift that could shape the 1940 campaign.
Fragmentary lines point to a discussion of German consent in a possible peace framework, with references to red tape hindering efforts. The text suggests temporary considerations depending on Germany's wartime outcome and hints at a German exodus or concession context.
A letter to the New York Times complains that State Department demands block Americans from sheltering endangered British children. Affidavits of occupation income taxes insurance and assets are required, and visas hinge on likewise proofs from the children's father. The writer argues for simplified processing during the crisis while acknowledging safety concerns.
A Greensboro Major and a Raleigh doctor clash over war policy at a Chapel Hill program. Major L P McLendon urged aid for Allies while Dr Clarence Poe urged strict isolation, with University President Frank Graham noting democracy ties across regions. The exchange showed notable disagreement on how to prevent future wars.
A column recalls famous mottoes from Elbert Hubbard May Robson John Hanes William Wrigley Jr Hoover Lincoln Arnold Bennett Ellis A Gim bel Jr and others. It argues daily inspiration comes from simple phrases and urges readers to place a motto where seen often to internalize its impact.
Edgar T. Hole the Guilford College financial secretary will speak at Central Friends Church Sunday morning. Other items note a new golf school opening by Andy Merrilees on the Pas time Miniature Course and Miss Esca Myers becoming treasurer of the North Carolina Funeral Directors Association after a Morehead City convention. News briefs mention a Charlotte radio sale to CBS, Kingsford Smith's England to Australia bid, Boston's welcome to Admiral Byrd, and Bobby Jones's illness from golf tour strain.
Bruce Catton reports Hoover envisions a complete overhaul of Republican identity to appeal to ordinary citizens and Grass Roots, shifting away from corporate power toward a broader, pro New Deal ethos. He sees rapprochement with CIO leaders and potential partnerships with Landon, Dewey, or Taft, while discussing breaking up inherited fortunes.
Readers cut out columns to study them as a success textbook and build a personal scrap book. Prompt encourages starting a success scrapbook now for ongoing learning and inspiration.
Reports that Madeleine Carroll will stay in England to care for evacuated children and plans to return July 9 by the Clipper. Bellevue Hospital treats two hotel window incident victims after a jump attempt. Industry chatter questions Ford’s plan for a thousand planes daily. Joe E Lewis opens at Ross Fenton Farms tonight. Ada Hoffmann,Talbot and Dennison pairings, Ruth Grace surgery at St Luke’s in San Francisco. Leif Erickson spoof tease and Rockefeller Center motorcycling scene mentioned.
An overheard exchange between Brooklyn lawyers pivots on choosing judge versus jury and a roulette reference. The dialogue mentions a Yorkville dam charged with inciting a riot, prompting brief legal banter.
At the Vive La France event in Promenade cafe Bob Montgomery urged support for the ambulance cause. A jammed crowd of socialites and upstairs viewers formed a collection and raised 180 dollars. A prominent local publisher faces indictment over excessive attention to distant affairs from printing. The romance in All This and Heaven Too remains chaste with Sharlee Boyah and Bette Davis not kissing.
Stockholders send orchids to B Balaban Paramount’s Mr Big after the company paid out over eight million dollars in dividends over five years and cut debt by seventeen million. Also notes risk to story of testim ony to Dies Comm and social gossipy asides about Ilka Chase and Sonja Henie’s emerald cut engagement ring.
Cholly Adler jokes aside a pinochle player at the tavern owes his bookie 250 after a mix up with horses. The bookie calls for payment threatening violence. The next morning a postal delivery brings the 250 in cash games context during a night of humor.
The text notes that "The American Way" will tour 100 venues starting Oct 1 with J. H. Cargill directing a 500 strong cast from locals and town sponsors from the C of C and Legion. Other items reference Spivy's new venue, a Democratic candidate’s controversial remark, Ina Claire and Gilbert Miller's season, a Town and Country suit, and press editorials about Hoover and isolationism.
Twenty years ago Local News notes that the High Point Elks formed a band. Dr. A. C. Jones leaves tonight for Asheville for a State veterinarians convention. Dr. J. J. Hamlin returns from Wrightsville Beach dentists’ meeting.
The piece contrasts Homer and Virgil in telling the Trojan horse story and notes the debate about who told it. It also mentions rising Indian numbers in Arizona and a westward tourist trend affecting the jug and rug trade, reflecting broader social shifts.
Readers trade quips about Willkie LaGuardia and a Yorkville threat, while Indian name jabs and a Digest mention mingle with a John Barrymore quote. King Features moves a column to 150 weekly papers, and a tip about a Girl Friday item surfaces.
A playful quip about night games being attended by electric fans draws mixed reactions as a light moment in sports chatter. The pun highlights fans and electricity imagery, leaving others groaning or laughing in response.
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