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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1935
Page
4
Carnegie Foundation's twenty ninth annual report warns many colleges may close after the 1920s over-building. It praises High Point College as well led with high morale and focus on institutional competency. The note says small denominational colleges survive by strong leadership and targeted education.
A report to the joint appropriations committee highlights shocking conditions at the State Hospital for the Insane in Morganton. The piece blames 1931 budget cuts for underfunding, poor care, and strained staff, noting public apathy followed by brief reforms after each scandal.
The piece criticizes hospital rules on off duty conduct and meals with patients, calling them an affront to adults. It notes public concern about overbearing oversight and highlights a broad list of government and advisory roles reflecting the era’s bureaucratic reach.
Jimmy DeHart, famed for shaping Duke football and elevating North Carolina gridiron play, died after a storied career built on tough defense and strong offense. He mentored Duke stadium growth and expanded regional competition, leaving a lasting impact on Southern football.
The piece portrays Secretary Ickes using pressure to sway Senator Reynolds over the McCarran amendment and hints at the so called Order 129. It cites Ickes withholding a Triborough bridge grant to press New York figures and mentions his bid to block Robert Moses from dual roles with the Triborough Bridge Authority and the Park Commission.
The editor argues the next sixty seven years will be pivotal, caused by misused human control and unequal distribution. Hunger amid plenty and chaotic regulation follow from past seeds of discord, with a call to spiritual renewal and devotion to God to end days of mourning.
A poem extolling the worth of humble labor over wealth. It argues that true heritage lies in deeds, endurance, and charity, not titles or riches, urging the poor and rich alike to honor honest toil and shared humanity.
The column discusses Andrew Mellon's rumored gift to a national art collection, the IRS tax case against Mellon, and Frank Hogan. It then surveys Interior Secretary Ickes' work relief plans, funding gaps, and project list. It ends with GOP 1936 speculation and public works notes including a Kansas grant and Belgium trade shifts.
The RFC funding stance on railroads unsettles markets as Jones defends railroad solvency. Traders fear a broader liquidation while insiders doubt final loan deals and call the rabbit trick worn. London and New York watchers see Pound fragility and Argentina maneuvers shaping South American power plays.
New York gossip notes that Dorothy Thompson, wife of Nobel laureate Sinclair Lewis, rises as a highly discussed figure. Her journalism career began in 1928 with Europe reporting, and she became a renowned foreign correspondent known for brave war coverage and sharp commentary. A Berlin moment led Lewis to propose, and they wed the next spring.
The article notes Hilaire Belloc visiting from England and grumbling about his prose, though he has written about 80 works. At 70 he professes to hate his trade, yet his critics see him as a character rooted in Oxford’s culture of becoming a noted figure.
A snippet shows recurring names Hilaire Belloc and Alex Yokel in a morning wash context. The brief reads like playful print mishearing or wordplay, with Yokel highlighted as a real-sounding surname. The fragment emphasizes the repetition of these names in a light, whimsical tone.
In a sharp statement Minister Pinedo asserts robust finances allowing a small, well supplied war raise. The remarks underline strong resources and readiness amid mounting tensions and potential military deployment.
Amid a somber tone, the seed catalogs still boast large luscious tomatoes. The report notes the fruit appearing as abundant and appealing as ever, offering one bright sign in challenging times.
Jimmy Walker states he is broke and reflects on his extended tenure with the city he served, noting the prolonged period of financial strain while staying in his role.
A stray town show titled Three Men on a Horse drew praise from critics and spread chatter around New York. Notable names Bo LaBranche Billy DeBeck Larry Jerbury and Ilka Chase appear in the colorful scene alongside Ilila Marte Bovie the vivid stage presence. The piece is described as a rollicking yet wistful local venture that surprised its arrival and lingered in memory.
A fragmented caption hints at fashion trends moving away from high heels and puff sleeves. It mentions Mayfair social scenes and references to performers like Yvonne Printemps and Arine Cornell as style icons, suggesting a shift toward practical street costumes.
The piece discusses fashion trends for men and the varying impressions of masculinity. It references several named individuals including William Rhinelaw Stewart Karl Benham Jules Glaeser Ben Ali Haggin Paul White John Baragwanath George Jean, Adolphe Menjou and others associated with dress and style.
A car incident near 64th Avenue ends with a curbside dispute after a limousine owner questions a passerby. The citizen shouts for the vehicle to clear the street as the sable-clad owner appears at the window asking if he is being addressed.
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