Compromise on Court Reform Doubted as 1937 Issues Grow
Washington reports hint at court reform compromise but Roosevelt remains unreconciled. Proponents cite six million farmers fifteen million workers and eight million unemployed as pressures shaping policy. Critics warn the fight signals national strain and favor more cautious reform methods.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
House
Stuart Chase
New York Times
AAA
NRA
Unofficial Diplomacy Raises Eyebrows in Labor Quarters
Eyebrows have been lifted in labor quarters as unofficial diplomacy actions by certain industries draw scrutiny. The report notes direct dealings with workers and potential impacts on local tensions and negotiations.
Private talks eyed to ease Japanese textile rivalry
The article notes a shift toward unofficial diplomacy between American and Japanese textile interests to ease pressures on U S mills and workers. It argues private negotiation and self-imposed quotas may better adjust relations than reciprocal deals or higher tariffs, with ambassador Saito framing cotton-textile talks as promoting international goodwill.
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Perefore Oy Pry
ORO
State Department
Japan
Saito
Civil Service Commission Members to Be Discussed Alphabetically
The Civil Service Commission in High Point plans a talks series on its representative membership. Profiles include A H Holton leading merchants and Republican, Amos R Kearns hosiery maker and Chamber of Commerce president, Don MacRae attorney and election reform advocate, Ed H Smith attorney and juvenile court judge, J Paul Williamson hosiery manufacturer and former city council member. The article stresses the commission depends on capable administration and trustworthy leadership.
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Civil Service Commission
A.H. Holton
High Point Merchants’ Association
Amos R. Kearns
Chamber of Commerce
Don ©. MacRae
Democratic Party
Ehringhaus
Ed H. Smith
J. Paul Williamson
Cummings
Administration High Command
Supreme Court
Coronation Reflections on Continuity Beyond Royal Change
Having lived through the love affair of a king, the British empire should endure the coronation of his successor with little trouble. The remark hints at stability amid dynastic transition as observers weigh future prospects.
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British Empire
English Coronation Pageantry Seen as Solid Symbol by Americans
The piece contrasts British coronation rituals with American youth and modernity. It argues the pageantry signals stability and continuity, showing how a long imperial tradition underpins governance and society, beyond mere display.
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Ancaster
England
George
America
Jim Farley
Supreme Court
Mr. Roosevelt
Dangers of Encroachment From Washington Farewell
Washington warns against encroachments by any branch of government and stresses the need for checks and balances. He argues against usurpation even if it yields short term benefits and notes that power concentration leads to despotism and harms the republic.
Welcome to a Little Lad by Eleanor G. R. Young
A reflective piece inviting a child to explore nature's hidden wonders away from city life. The narrator, Eleanor G. R. Young, describes watching a boy discover doves, hummingbirds, pheasants, and winter brush. She cherishes the child's wonder and the promise of adventure in a changing rural world.
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Eleanor G. R. Young
Court size debate on FDR plan keeps nine to eighteen seats
A March 2 discussion clarifies the Roosevelt Supreme Court proposal could create a court from ten to fifteen members, with possible increases to eighteen. The plan ties new seats to judges over 70 who do not retire, risking even or shrinking numbers and potential tie votes.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Rosevelt
Circuit Court of Appeals
State Court
New York
Justice Stone
Household Roles Revealed In Quirky Regional Tale
A humorous regional anecdote notes that some husbands perform chores like washing dishes until their wives can reach the dishpan. The quip reflects domestic role jokes and local color without serious claims or names.
Senate probe reveals Shadowed Strike Mediator McGrady
Senate findings show Strike Mediator McGrady was followed during negotiations. The report highlights intense scrutiny and strain on all sides amid cross country clashes and spy vigilance.
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Senate
McGrady
Veteran founder ends moaning at bar after John Lewis request
A veteran founder and ardent labor man ceases weeping in his beer following John Lewis urging no moaning at the bar, signaling a quieter scene and possible shift in barroom mood.
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John Lewis
Bleaching Chemical Flood Turns Women Blond in Cincinnati
During the flood a bleaching chemical was poured into city mains producing an unusual catastrophe. The substance caused women to turn blond while men remained unaffected, creating a striking and peculiar aftermath in Cincinnati.
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Cincinnati
Neighbor Reports Disturbing Radio Buzz From Comedian
A neighbor reports a unsettling radio buzz possibly linked to a comedian's broadcast. The fragment hints at a joke about a radio or transmission and mentions a comedian's performance or appearance. Further details are unreadable.
Furnished Room's Theatrical Echoes On New York Fronts
A nostalgic sketch of dim brownstone fronts and “Furnished Room” cards in New York, recalling early 20th century theater life. Mentions Pauline Lord, George Abbott, Basil Woon, Floyd Gibbons, Tommy Millard, and a Woon relocation from Hollywood to London with a play titled Simply Terrific.
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New York
George Abbott
Pauline Lord
Community Post Office
Basil Woon
Floyd Gibbons
Tommy Millard
China
Woon
Hollywood
London
The Framed Drug Merchant Turned Kansas City Leader
John T Kennedy once a drug drummer endured a hotel fire in a prairie town thirty years ago. He began carrying a safety rope for window escapes and, now a prosperous Kansas City businessman, keeps the rope in his travel luggage for emergencies in California New York or Europe.
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Kansas City
John T. Kennedy
Prairie
California
New York
Europe
Chevallier Sees Rarebit Crowds in New York Clubs
The Welsh rarebit tops after theater menus in New York night clubs and dafes. A skilled chef earns top pay among specialty cooks. Maurice Chevallier notes only four places serve it at its best in the metropolis, all crowded.
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New York
Maurice Chevallier
Tad’s favorite fried mush breakfast in Manhattan
A brief note on a breakfast dish in Manhattan featuring Tad’s favored fried mush sliced thin and fried to a golden square, served with maple syrup and bacon. Browne’s old chop house was known for specializing in this dish for years.
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Manhattan
Tad
Browne
Fire destroys Hill Veneer Plant valued at 300000
The Hill Veneer Manufacturing plant was destroyed by fire last night. The loss is about 300000 and partially insured. Fire investigators have not determined a cause. Hundreds visited the scene despite heavy snowfall as flames rose high into the night sky.
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Hill Veneer Plants
Hill Veneer
Snow Blankets High Point in Massive Citywide Storm
City awoke to reports of two to three feet of snow from a storm that began yesterday afternoon at 2 PM and intensified through the night. Residents spend the day digging out as the snowfall sets a potentially record depth.
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High Point
Statewide Boy Scout archery tourney May 14 at Sedgefield
The first state wide Boy Scout archery tournament will be held at Sedgefield Country Club on May 14 with committee members Gordon A. Blair O B. Gorman James W. Geeslin organizing. A birth announced for Robert Jr son of Mr and Mrs Robert A Foust at 1205 W Greenstreet. Mary F Camp head of the state bureau of county welfare organizations addressed local welfare bureau and city council praising their work.
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Sedgefield Country Club
Gordon A. Blair
O. B. Gorman
James W. Geeslin
Robert A. Foust
W. Greenstreet
Robert
Mary F. Camp
State Bureau of County Welfare
Fried Mush Delicacy Praised by Noted Names
Regular fried mush lovers Nat Goodwin John Mason and Wilton Lackaye praised the dish with Sir Forbes Robertson declaring it the most delectable he found here.
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Nat Goodwin
John Mason
Wilton Lackaye
Sir Forbes Robertson
Road to Winston-Salem Slams Davidson County Repairs
The piece notes the rough condition of the Davidson to Winston-Salem road with a call for action as commissioners fail to keep repair promises. Caesar Cone, 68, prominent Greensbor o cotton manufacturer, died at Summit Avenue home. Other notes mention Mrs. Frank Wineskie return from Statesville and social updates on Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gold’s 20th wedding anniversary celebration.
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Winston-Salem
Davidson
Caesar Cone
Summit Avenue
Greensboro
South
Frank Wineskie
Statesville
H. A. Millis
Asheboro
Carter Dalton
T. J. Gold
G. W. Clark
Charles Gold
Shipping losses rising as submarines loom
Ten percent of the world’s shipping is reported lost amid submarine activity. British forces press the pursuit of fleeing Turkish units as tensions rise. The American armed neutrality bill stalls in the Senate, delaying potential policy actions.
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Senate
Theatrical superstition warns against backward chair sitting
A theater superstition holds sitting on a chair backward brings bad luck, a belief echoed among stage hands and performers in old show business lore.
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