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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1939
Page
4
A terse quotation reflects that a thoroughly occupied man is not miserable and urges individuals to let each man abide by his path. The line, attributed to L. E. Lan, frames work or duty as a shield against unhappiness.
An estimated Raleigh demonstration by high school and college students urged lawmakers to protect the health budget and services across the state. They warned cuts would impair vital public health programs and jeopardize cooperation with counties.
An opinion piece discusses a California woman cit ing Washington DC as a capital not a Southern city and questions social views about a Negro court singer. It then moves to recall electric cars, noting Detroit custom orders persist, a hinted comeback, and speculation that future autos may run on wireless energy from power plants.
The Durham Herald questions State Senator John Umstead’s plan to tax bootleg liquor, arguing it seems impractical yet notes the broader link between illegal liquor and tax enforcement as in Capone’s case. The editorial compares pursuing bootleggers for tax revenue to landmark Prohibition-era enforcement in North Carolina.
Dr August A Thomen of New York University College of Medicine argues against nine popular myths. He dismisses feed a cold starve a fever, cleansed teeth prevent decay, vinegar causes weight loss, and fish as brain food while urging balanced thinking and reading to develop the mind. He explains drowning myths, fatigue causes, and that sleeping on the left side is not harmful.
A collection of remarks from public figures includes Senator Hiram Johnson disputing imminent war and propaganda, Milton C. Towner calling college scholarships a racket, Herbert Hoover noting emotion vs belief, and Mrs. John Davis Lodge commenting on youth and glamour in Europe.
Bailiff Lucius Fremont, an Indiana farmer, proclaims the devil as the author of knowledge and is constructing a monument to Satan to recognize this belief.
Walter Winchell on Broadway surveys diners at a Miami cabana and debates social vice while Abe Lyman faces club entry rules. Anecdotes include Ben Bernie Al Jolson and a Nazi official Lutze, plus a Baltimore box office quip about cheap seats for the Vice-President's relatives.
The Hutchinson column notes Walter Winchell draws quotable comparisons to a famous little girl with a curl in her forehead. It cites Vice President and Mrs. Garner as fans of Speaker Bankhead and Tallulah, the child.
Jack Warner, famed film boss, observed Bette Davis acting in Dark Victory on set. His arrival caused frantic activity as others pretended to be busy while Cliff King the still photographer remained seated. Warner.
The text notes litharge as a lesser known metal used in insect-fighting materials and valued for high production. It claims seventy pounds produced per minute, alongside one thousand pounds of wax per minute and four million cubic feet of natural gas processed each sixty seconds. It also states the Department of Agriculture distributes forty booklets per minute.
Memorial service for Martha E. Newlin widow of Dr. Sylvester Newlin, will be held tomorrow at 3 PM at Central Friends church in Pasadena. Newlin formerly lived in High Point during Dr. Newlin's pastorate at the Friends church. Albert Pruitt has a federal amateur radio license. Chamber of Commerce to publish loyal member honor roll since 1923. Mrs. W C Idol returns from Winston-Salem. Mr and Mrs J E Millis visit Cuba. O Arthur Kirkman Jr. visits Columbia S C.
Attorney General Murphy forms a committee to study quasi judicial agencies like NLRB FCC and SEC and improve efficiency. Lawmakers propose two fixes including an Administrative Court of 40 members or a Court of Appeals for Administration to handle appeals from agencies and tribunals. The aim is clearer rulings and quicker citizen relief amid bureaucratic complex.
The brief notes that Congress will adjourn tomorrow as Herbert Hoover rests for the inauguration. Vice President Dawes received a surprise farewell from Senate members. The weather bureau forecasts rain for inauguration day.
The Enterprise notes Congress talks more than works and suggests ex-presidents should work for the League of Nations. It remarks on abundant creamery butter in cold storage and expected price drops, and points out the stock of liquor may soon run out, urging early curtailment.
Reverend W A Lambeth preached on Sweetening the Lives of Others at Wesley Memorial Church. He urged after the war there is plenty of sugar and urged encouragement thoughtfulness comfort and love as four ways to sweetness in others lives.
The remark hints that critics of Roosevelt’s wartime opportunities may soon witness real combat, suggesting an upcoming escalation or demonstration of military action. It frames potential observers as envious of access to true war scenarios.
A Western Reserve University instructor notes the hand endures the most abuse among body parts. The warning highlights proper posture when the hand is extended with the palm up.
A brief note notes the Chicago swing staging of The Mikado attracting attention with a playful line about spring blooms and a musical flourish.
The remark contrasts Marion Daniels' dance with Adolf Hitler appearing in evening dress. It notes the humorous image of the dictator struggling to button a stiff shirt, implying a human likeness amid a famous figure.
Officials groaned after discovering Myrna Loy acted a full scene with a run in her stocking. The remark notes imagine the impact if Marlene Dietrich had faced a similar mishap.
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