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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1941
Page
4
A short reflective note cites a Carlyle quote on hidden virtue and a Bible verse about charity, framing a tribute to unseen labor that sustains and enriches others. The piece links moral uplift to quiet, persistent deeds beneath the surface.
The essay argues Britain must seize the initiative to invade occupied Europe, weighing timing and place amid Germany's Eastern pressure. It notes aerial and sea supremacy matter, Dunkirk as a lesson, and that only with air command can Britain strike the continent or defend England. Public demand for action clashes with strategic prudence.
Winston-Salem officials led by Dick Reynolds approved a housing plan after confessing slum conditions. The Friday night meeting of the board of aldermen in the Twin-City ended with a unanimous vote to establish the new housing effort.
Near dawn this morning the head of the Roman Catholic church will address the world by radio after a prolonged prayer at St Peter's shrine. He will discuss the war and call for peace without heralding. The Pope has warned against atheistic Communism and may urge a constructive peace amid Germany and Italy's anti religious stance.
Walter Winchell on Broadway notes the new Winston-Salem mayor Reynolds, a young magnate, pushing a unanimous housing vote amid protest from opponents. The column contrasts his brisk, media-savvy style with historic leaders who combined power with humility, urging self-improvement over self-advancement.
A column listing items from Harper's and other outlets about Nellie the Cloak Model, Davis the playwright, Bob Hope in Catch in the Draft, and various wartime cinema notes. It mocks publicity, headlines, and broadcasters, citing Goebbels, Berlin Diary, and American humorists with playful jabs at censorship and propaganda.
Jesus heals a dropsy patient on the Sabbath amid Pharisee scrutiny and lessons on humility. He warns guests to choose the lowest seat to receive honor, then tells a parable about grace and recognition at a wedding feast.
The buffalo is deemed the most dangerous African big game animal by experienced hunters due to its relentless attack and determined pursuit of its quarry, posing a persistent threat to hunters in the region.
The article critiques praise of Luther Burbank and his spineless cactus, arguing the cactus would not solve desert agriculture. It notes irrigation and water access drive desert productivity, and Burbank’s work is appraised as artistic plant observation rather than purely commercial breeding.
A rambling reminiscence by W A Bivins on dignity, naps in church, and small-town humor. He recalls a sleepy parish service, a mule in a yard, and the pleasant views of High Point and Pasquotank. He muses on trees, hills, skies, grass, and the value of honest, simple living. He ends with a nod to contemporary politics and a conference note from Mrs Bacon.
Edward Davison promotes the Rocky Mountain Writers' Conference at the University of Colorado Boulder opening July 2 with leaders like Eric Knight Mari Sandoz Witter Bynner and Hudson Strode Five workshops will run with Davison Knight and Strode directing key sessions. Parents Magazine announces Calling All Girls a new 32 page color comic and feature magazine for younger girls to fill a gap in girls publications with sections on etiquette fashion movies and cooking plus wartime defense content and young girl centered fiction and articles.
Dr Victor G Heiser argues American waistlines reflect national resilience as steel mills show recent growth. John H Van Deventer warns against frozen thinking, claiming victory depends on new strategies. A midcentury labor and industry reflection amid wartime mindset.
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