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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1930
Page
16
A silent paragraph presents a biblical verse from Hebrews about entertaining strangers as angels, followed by a moral axiom attributed to Mrs. Norton about serving God by serving His creatures.
The article argues that President von Hindenburg of Germany advocates a model where industry contributes part of its income to support agriculture. He cites treaties that favor industry and penalize farming, urging a five year plan of industrial taxation to fund agricultural relief to strengthen the domestic market and improve trade balance. The piece notes the parallel to American farm relief advocates seeking industrial support to boost farmers’ purchasing power and overall prosperity.
The city judge upholds High Point's driver licensing law but questions whether fees fund a true service. The piece argues the $1 registration and $1 license fees may be a revenue tax with little safety benefit. It cites an unusual contempt case and warns on the court’s autocratic power in contempt rulings.
The Digest straw vote on prohibition indicates public attitude with 20 million ballots sent to voters. Early returns show veterans ahead but totals may shift with more votes. About one sixth of the U S population could reveal a broad national sentiment as ballots flow in.
The text notes that participation rose beyond the numbers voting in earlier years and remarks that more than half of 36 million cast ballots in the presidential race. It reflects on the flood of votes in 1928 and suggests the poll results may shape general public sentiment.
A juror told Judge I M Meekins on a noon street encounter that juries never convict under prohibition law. The judge jailed the juror for 30 days, later suspended and then revoked, sparking debate on judicial discretion and accountability in a case seen as a test of contempt and the carriage of justice.
Bruce Catton argues the Byrd expedition’s return highlights a greater discovery about daily life. He says ordinary comforts reveal life’s marvels and that familiar routines can be rich and deeply meaningful once we notice them.
Gardeners in High Point are advised to plant a lawn this spring with Kentucky Blue Grass for cool periods and Bermuda for sunny spots. Prepare soil deeply, adjust pH with lime if needed, and use commercial fertilizer. Broadcast seed with a light soil mix, roll lightly, water deeply twice weekly, and avoid heavy mowing in the first year. A lawn enhances city appearance and rewards effort.
The article notes two pending bills proposing annual registration for aliens with photo ID and arrest records. It questions the necessity while warning of potential abuse, especially amid unemployment concerns and protests by communists. The piece warns such a law could be misused by authorities during a so called red hunt.
A terse urban quip notes that pedestrians suffer misfortune while motorists gain advantage when brakes fail or mislead. The line underscores the street risk dynamic and driver advantage in tense moments.
A wry Edison style saying links the inventor's hustle to the idea of the hitch-hiker who earns results by waiting and moving. The remark blends patience with proactive effort, suggesting a universal truth about opportunity and initiative.
New York preachers report larger church collections due to advertising campaigns. They assert advertising attracts worshippers and boosts donations, urging churches to invest in outreach despite mixed reactions from congregants.
Stanley Baldwin notes that things of no use shape life while commenters later claim the Congress appears in a more favorable light after new perspective emerges.
American engineers who arrived in Russia to supervise construction work costing $100,000,000 will doubtless build a foundation for better relations between this country and the Soviets.
Greensboro March 19. The North Carolina highway crash toll has pushed automobile liability rates up by 2 to 5 per year, costing policyholders at least 500000 annually. Public liability and property damage rates now reflect accident data, with higher charges for light, medium and heavy cars and a raised minimum property protection from 1000 to 5900.
The 16 000 ton Royal Mail liner London Atlantis will be the world’s largest pleasure cruise steamer. It enters service this month and offers in cabin hot and cold water, a large covered gymnasium, a sun deck and open air swimming bath, plus a special hairdressing room for women passengers.
Emil Novak testified that his 28rd charge marked his last. He cited his wife Fuliganna filing non support charges four years running, leading to financial strain. The court awarded Fuliganna $100 a week for the eight children’s support.
Work progresses on extending three Lexington light and power lines to serve rural Davidson County communities including Pilgrim Wallburg Reedy Creek Arcadia and Southmont. A fourth line from Tyre-Churchland to Linwood is under construction while the open county superintendents meeting in Raleigh features Gov Gardner as keynote and the council of governors planning Salt Lake City events.
Tripoli will be connected to Rome by an air route in early April with refueling stops at Syracuse and Naples. The full trip, including layovers, is expected to take under 12 hours, per technicians. Hydroplanes have operated between Tripoli and Syracuse since February 23 with departures twice weekly.
A flying icebox is being developed for shipping perishables by airplane. Experiments are underway on a new refrigerated aircraft with compartments lined by dry ice. The solid carbon dioxide is expanding in shipments of seafood fruits flowers and other perishables.
In 1929 citrus fruit shipments from San Francisco topped 5,000,000 boxes with exports to more than sixty countries. The United Kingdom and Canada were major customers while China New Zealand and the Philippines emerged as significant importers.
South Dakota's 1930 farm income should be about the same as 1929, according to estimates by the state college of agriculture.
Dr Harry D Kitson of Columbia University psychology department reports tests show few people would keep their current jobs if they suddenly inherited 1,000,000. Strong personal and institutional names are used to illustrate the surprising effect on work attachment.
Elon College selects Roy E. Rollins of Kannapolis as captain for the 1930-31 basketball season. The sophomore forward succeeds George Kelly in leading the team.
H N Binford and J C Ragsdale were successful in recent fishing in Dan River and nearby ponds. Binford caught a carp weighing five and a half pounds and Ragsdale landed a bass at four and a half pounds amid good luck for the area.
An ordinance amends the 1929 appropriation for High Point to allocate 25 dollars per month to Salvation Army for water and light costs, totaling 300 dollars yearly. Payment drawn from the General Fund beyond original budget estimates. ordinance takes effect upon adoption by City Council on March 18.
In Reenville an eight month old girl named Deloris Marie Grant was deeded by her mother to Mrs. Janie Pitta for her protection and tuition until maturity. In Linton Mosea E Britt, 71, died from a shotgun wound described as a personal safety related act. In St Pauls the Bank of St Pauls, closed after a small run, will reopen with no loss to depositors.
A York South Carolina team will face Albemarle in a Thursday checkers match held in LBemarle North Carolina. Each town plans an eight to ten player roster for the contest.
(Noncord NC AP) Dr P Ek Monroe pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Hickory has accepted the pastorate of St James Lutheran Concord. The move places Monroe in charge of the Concord church beginning soon with responsibilities for worship and administrative duties.
G G Allen of New York, president of Duke Power, will be the honor guest at a dinner next Tuesday hosted by the Charlotte Rotary Club and the Chamber of Commerce in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Eron Beck personnel director of the New York Stock Exchange will speak at Winthrop College in March 381. The AP report notes HILY and S. O. as part of the transmission.
Nichols Ss AP reports Mr N and Mrs H E Blanton search for their son John A Blanton 25 who has been missing since last August. The couple appeals for information and asks the public to contact authorities with any leads.
Louis Bleriot, famed for conquering the English Channel, asserts that airplane speed could be doubled within twenty years, reflecting on rapid advances in aviation since his historic flight.
A noted authority recommends flushing kidneys by drinking a quart of water daily and taking four ounces of Jad Salts in a glass of water before breakfast for several days. He claims this neutralizes dietary acids, cleanses the kidneys, reduces bladder irritation, and can relieve back pain and other symptoms. The remedy is described as inexpensive, safe, and pleasant.
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