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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1929
Page
4
A brief moral quotation reflecting on sin in foolish thoughts and the danger of scorn, citing Proverbs 24 9 and suggesting one may escape law but not scorn in life’s judgments.
The charter amendment, supported by Republicans and opposed by Democrats, pits party lines against local interest. A Republican senator would force a popular vote in High Point, but the outcome remains doubtful as voters weigh whether ward-based council elections yield better public service than the current system.
The state senate is willing to raise the governors salary from 6500 to 10000 a year if the house agrees. The article notes the present level strains personal finances and may deter service by men without private means, while campaigning costs block many eligible candidates. The proposed raise would align the governors pay with that of a congressman.
Diligence in gathering signatures for testimonials marks current advertising. Notable figures receive financial payment for praise of goods, with pay scales varying by status. Lindbergh has endorsed nothing yet, though many offers exist. The method remains longstanding and effective, relying on trusted endorsements.
The Raleigh Times endorses a May industrial exhibit as a step to make the state fair a year round depôt of information on North Carolina resources and opportunities. It urges organizing to show industry and natural assets and to educate state residents about local advantages.
Advertisers and experts will attempt to curb the thriving endorsement business to preserve belief in truthful advertising, but no effective method presently exists to discourage it.
The article argues that high speed testing spurs major automotive advances and safety through better brakes tires and vital parts. It cites AAAs defense after the Daytona Beach crash and notes opinions favoring testing while acknowledging controversy.
an editorial urges turning the fair into a permanent exhibit and a Raleigh social focus with support from counties and industry. Aimed at a small-cost policy under state conservation and college patrons, it envisions a true exposition not tied to holiday bustle, reviving the annual gathering with public value.
Bruce Catton surveys how transportation has shaped the United States from ox-teams and stagecoaches to canals railroads autos and the airplane. He links these shifts to national growth noting how aviation may signal a new era and ends with a cautionary tale about a $10 bet gone awry and a legal fine.
The downturn in stocks prompts many to reassess holdings and seek safer options. Analysts warn volatility may persist as traders monitor key indexes and corporate earnings.
A Pennsylvania man lists 4900 Knights of Pythias uniforms for sale. The piece notes the potential energy of the collection and its figures, suggesting in jest that such uniforms could mobilize a movement elsewhere.
Dr. Elbert Russell of Duke University spoke to the Woman's Missionary Council of the Methodist Episcopal Church South praising meekness as the backbone of civilization. He argued the meek are the cooperative common people who preserve social order and enable progress through shared effort and spiritual brotherhood.
Funeral services for William Loflin who died at his home on Lyndon Street were held yesterday at Mt. Gilead M E church in Randolph County with Rev. O L Ruth in charge. Burial was in the church cemetery with pallbearers G R Tate Antney Johnson Karl Johnson E H Mullis G W Jenkins and Will Shoe. Flowers by Mrs. Paul Gordy Mrs. T E Goins and Mrs. L C Willett.
Reverend Tom Alderman Sykes will preach at Central Friends church tomorrow during both services. The morning sermon is Self-Sacrifice and Self-Fulfilment and the evening service discusses Your Reasonable Service as a Christian. The Senior Christian Endeavor society meets in the annex at 6 30 PM.
Rev O A Elmore pastor of Southside Baptist church will preach at both services tomorrow. The 11 o clock sermon titled The Unpardonable Sin and the 7 pm service The Second Coming of Christ.
A brief note advises using a red hot hat pin to burn holes in leather when a sewing machine belt loosens. The process aims to thread the belt tighter by creating new holes for adjustment.
Grid stars Wyatt McCall and Bob Cole lead the Miami University chess team in a regional match. McCall and Cole, both key players, push for strong results against visiting opponents.
Enterprise Bureau Raleigh reports the North Carolina General Assembly may adjourn by Tuesday night or Wednesday noon if the conference report on the school aid bill is accepted and no new deadlocks arise. The Senate must pass the finance act on Monday after second reading today, with other bills awaiting action. a late closure is hoped for early next week.
Certificates of incorporation were filed with the Secretary of State for several North Carolina entities. Included are M and W Distributing Company of Asheville to distribute burners and related goods with $50 000 authorized capital. The High Point Co operative Wholesale Milk Producers Association of Jamestown to market milk products as a non stock organization. Consolidated Insurance and Realty Company of Hickory to operate as an insurance agency with $50 000 preferred and 1 000 common shares. Todd Furniture Company of Wilmington to transport furniture with $50 000 authorized capital. Gurley Plumbing and Heating Company of Sanford to engage in plumbing and heating with $20 000 capital.
Funeral services for Dorothy Aneta Bell daughter of Mr and Mrs J C Bell were conducted at the parents home in Asheboro on Wednesday afternoon by Rev J E Pritchard. Burial followed in Spring Hill cemetery with flowers carried by Rosa Lee Cain Clara Cain Gertrude Cain Sallie Bell Rosalee Bell and Blanch Loman.
A century after the police department formed London was noted as highly criminal with an estimated one offender for every 32 residents in 1828 illustrating early crime levels in the city.
Rev. J. M. Hilliard, former pastor, speaks at the morning service on A Servant of God-What He Ought to Be to Receive Honor of The Father. The event marks his 79th birthday. Rev. J. L. Underwood preaches at the night service on Stilling the Tempest.
A gust reaching 81 miles per hour at Croydon was the strongest wind velocity observed in or near London, recently recorded.
The piece notes the founding of the United States Military Academy at West Point on March 16, 1802, its pivotal role in the American Revolution and fortifications costs. It highlights Kosciuszko as chief engineer, the iron chain across the Hudson, and Constitution Island now part of the academy, donated in 1908, expanding grounds to 3574 acres.
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