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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1930
Page
4
A biblical verse from Micah 6 9 speaks of the Lord calling the city and the wise man recognizing his name with the rod appointed. Rochefoucauld notes that true wisdom lies in awareness of one s own follies.
A North Carolina Republican insurgency challenges the traditional convention nominating process. Counties threaten to abandon conventions signaling a likely move toward nationwide primary adoption. Ambitious office seekers see increased chances as convention control loosens and party strength grows.
Thomasville businessman J Walter Lambeth announces candidacy for Congress in North Carolina s seventh district challenging long time incumbent William C Hammer. Lambeth, in his thirties, former state senator and mayor, recently sold a family furniture business to fund the campaign. Primary contest expected in neighboring district.
A theater fire caused eighty thousand dollars in damage in the state on Friday. The piece discusses the Kinston theater as a local institution and argues modern theaters are safer due to fireproofing better exits and stricter regulatory safeguards.
The Independent’s W C Saunders notes Dr H W Chase faces a trade off between leading Illinois and accepting the presidency of the University of North Carolina He would have to surrender cigarettes on the UNC campus as smoking is prohibited by the Illinois campus policy The piece hints Chase favors his cigarette and finds the ruling surprising amid college norms of the era
The article notes formal recognition of women students’ right to smoke and the creation of smoking rooms in many women’s colleges. It compares to the past reliance on secret dormitory drafts and hints at Dr. Chase facing pressure over salary, enrollment, and Illinois prominence, as well as retirement pay, to curb the allure of Carolina’s atmosphere.
The Raleigh candidate Bailey, challenging Senator Simmons, has shown restrained, disciplined campaigning so far. Local directors are forming a campaign structure with smooth management, while some minor blunders appear from rival organizers. The overall impression is favorable, with the first rounds favoring Bailey as June 7 approaches.
The article critiques Mr. Maxwell and state officials over rising public debts in North Carolina. It cites nationwide data from 1928 showing state and local net bonded indebtedness reaching 12.58 billion dollars, with rapid growth since 1922 and per capita debt up from 33.11 in 1913 to 104.81 in 1928.
The article notes infestation in the President's room at the national capitol and discusses ongoing efforts to attack the intruders. It highlights a broader war between humans and insects and mentions the Mediterranean fruit fly as a recent threat, with government mobilization to subdue it.
The text discusses the boll weevil and other pests that attack food, urging a constant campaign against them. It notes insects as formidable foes and suggests using strategic biological control, acknowledging that insect life, like humans, can be unpredictable. It stresses the need for all resources to defend crops.
Professor Stagg of the University of Chicago defended college students against drinking charges noting only a small percentage drink. He testified that athletes should drink less to keep a clear head and cited improving conditions in student life. He warned that a few will take risks, and that big cities pose the main prohibition and crime challenges.
A whimsical remark from George Bernard Shaw hints that many admirers visit just to meet him, seeking nothing more than his signature. The quip captures the allure of the famed writer and the public interest surrounding him.
Asheville March 15 Bailey of Raleigh leads in Western North Carolina counties against Senator Simmons for the Democratic U S Senate nomination. Surveys show Bailey favored in 17 of 21 counties including Buncombe Henderson Haywood Madison Cleveland Macon and more while Simmons tops Rutherford and Rutherford's rivals. Mitchell and Catawba split, Transylvania uncertain.
The report notes increased tourist movement over freight train routes, signaling a surge in rail travel. It highlights crowded schedules and elevated passenger demand affecting freight services and logistics.
Dr J C Broomfield of Pittsburgh president of the Methodist Protestant general conference will preach the commencement sermon for High Point College seniors this June. He cancelled Pacific coast engagements to attend. Fifty eight seniors are slated to graduate with Dr Henry Lewis Smith delivering the baccalaureate address.
A new canal shortens the distance between Limbure and Northern Holland by 50 miles and opens to traffic, improving transit and trade routes in the region.
In a few days census workers will ring bells and ask questions. They may record a housewife with no occupation when asked about an employed person. The government is starting to release billions for public improvements as the Main Street post office door is being repaired last Friday.
Dr. R. M. Andrews leaves for Chicago as High Point College’s representative at a national meeting sponsored by Dr. Norman Ward. The group aims to plan a billion dollar endowment drive supporting small liberal arts schools facing unequal funding and student hardship.
Elwood Cox and R. R. Ragan completed a ten day tour through Florida Cuba and other southern points. They travelled by automobile to Miami and then moved to Havana Cuba before returning to High Point. Both men praised the trip but prefer the city’s business bustle.
Chief A. B. Horney announced the High Point delegation to the North Carolina Fire College in Wilmington. The group includes T. R. Horney W. A. Metcalfe A. H. Beaman Bill Martin J. E. Horney Claude Kennedy Van Kennedy and Chief Horney. The three day session runs April 22 265 with lectures by Ralph Scott of San Francisco and other fire and insurance leaders. Daily drills sports and recreation will accompany study as officials anticipate benefits from the young program.
A fire last night around 7 near the Odorless Dry Cleaning Co damaged the vacant residence at 500 block South Main. Firemen fought roof flames after a gasoline tank in a shed exploded. cause undetermined, possible spontaneous combustion. No injuries. owners listed as R. B. Gant and C. L. Amos.
The Union Realty Company a Union Mortgage Investment subsidiary of Charleston West Virginia has opened an office in room 205 Commercial Bank building to handle mortgage loans across West Virginia. With 55 state correspondents, the company will route all collections through High Point banks and already holds over 2.5 million dollars in loans in the state while accepting new applications for residential or business properties. Campbell W Ansley serves as state manager.
The article notes birds such as the golden plover and the swift can fly about one mile per minute, while geese are estimated to reach speeds of 55 miles per hour.
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