Alpine climbers revive with hot coffee tariff twist
A Swiss note hints coffee replaces brandy in reviving lost climbers as a tariff reprisal idea circulates. The text blends religious verse and Solon on blessedness with a light economic jab.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1930
Page
4
A Swiss note hints coffee replaces brandy in reviving lost climbers as a tariff reprisal idea circulates. The text blends religious verse and Solon on blessedness with a light economic jab.
Article notes Pellagra deaths rose to 981 in North Carolina last year, with 1923 as a turning point. Dr Laughinghouse and Dr Frederick R Taylor present dietary and possible infectious views, urging better diets rich in vegetables milk and lean meat to build resistance, plus Governor Gardner’s "live at home" campaign.
The article outlines a three-way U.S. Senate race with Leon Harris attacking Sen. Blease and incumbent Byrnes delivering issue talks. It notes eight gubernatorial candidates focusing on the $65 million road bond issue, with Spartanburg’s Ira C. Blackwood opposing and Lever's position unclear amid illness.
The High Point case centers on a well known whiskey supplier. Judge Hoyle Link granted a four month suspended sentence and a $500 fine after an appeal, arguing the enforcement of prohibition warrants scrutiny. The incident follows police charges of delivering whiskey at a hotel, highlighting tension in prohibition enforcement and community attitudes toward buyers and dealers.
In Jamestown Weed June 28 1980 a reader urges shifting big 10 through central Jamestown arguing local merchants seek better traffic and revenue. The piece praises NC Highway Commission integrity and outlines steps for a united petition, maps, and potential Washington street and Ward street projects to support a centripetal route.
The Enterprise opens a Thomasville office to expand distribution and improve correspondence for Davidson county. T. C. Johnson, formerly of High Point college, will lead the Thomasville bureau and enhance local contact. The paper aims to deliver the final edition daily in Thomasville with afternoon availability equal to High Point services.
Report suggests Shakespearean dialogue could appear in upcoming talkies, sparking optimism for authentic English in cinema. The note hints at potential casting or recording of lines from the poet’s works to enhance film dialogue.
An astrologer warns the Linad Berghs will struggle to keep their baby from pursuing acting. If the child mirrors the father, a career in the talkies may be unlikely.
The text plays with Brooklyn being described as the bedroom of New York and suggests it as a place to test new shorts and street pajamas in a playful tone.
A youth once told he could not succeed unless his hair stayed immaculate now points to Ambassador Morrow as a symbol of achievement. The remark signals a turning point in his journey and recognition of guidance from a prominent figure.
Florida leads pineapple production while Chicago is noted for tossing them, a contrast highlighted in a quirky regional claim.
A scientist says mosquitoes bite lighter hair, not darker hair, more. The remark suggests there may be fewer Swedes among New Jersey residents.
A concise comparison suggests the subject mirrors an anti trust law in effectiveness, implying rigorous disruption of collusion or unfair practices. The remark frames the tool as strong yet potentially abstract, inviting evaluation of practical impact and enforcement.
China has reached the third rank among nations in cotton production with an annual output around 2,500,000 bales. This marks a significant gain for the textile sector and underscores the country’s role in global markets.
Mrs. Paul Hinkle hosted two bridge gatherings in Lexington honoring Mrs. Thad West of High Point. Six tables played contract bridge with prizes for high scores and guests received favors. A salad course and frozen cream followed, with many attendees including Mrs. Crowell, Miss Ledbetter, Miss Ledbetter, and Mrs. Dunlop White among others.
Mrs Hinkle again hosted a Friday afternoon contract bridge session with high score won by Mrs B H Finch and low score by Mrs Charles Davis. A salad course and iced tea were served to a group of guests including Mrs Paul M Bernhardt Mrs Woodrow McKay Mrs H T Link and others.
Miss Elizabeth Davis hosted a Saturday afternoon swimming party at the Erlanger pool to honor Miss Henryetta Fox of Lynchburg Virginia. Guests included Miss Frances Thompson Dorothea Dorsett Nona Raper Louise Thompson Cloyd Philpot Bill Hill Jr Joe Moffitt Jr and Mr and Mrs J M Gamewell and Tom Barbara of Martinsville Virginia.
Mrs. W F Brown entertained Friday afternoon with a four table bridge game in her living room. Miss Florence Ledbetter won high score among guests Miss Jimmie Ledbetter was among the honorees and the setting featured candy tuft nasturtians and delphinium.
In Texas, near Austin, Jack Robertson, a Black man, was fatally struck by a posse after attacking Mr. and Mrs. R. Eggar of Round Rock. The Eggars were seriously injured but expected to survive. the incident stemmed from a wage dispute. A posse of about 150 pursued Robertson as he fled toward Austin and killed him on the road.
Asheville attorney Robert R Williams and Buncombe County Democrats rally behind the Democratic campaign denouncing Hoover and Republican policies on prohibition tariffs farm relief and Wall Street. Poll succeeds as county chairman with Castlebury as vice chair. Cumberland County endorses abolition of property tax for school support.
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