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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1932
Page
4
An afternoon and Sunday morning edition lists offices in New York City Chicago Pittsburgh Detroit Kansas City Atlanta San Francisco Dallas with telephone access for departments and representatives. The clipping shows standard ads and contact details for multiple regions.
A compact reflection on wisdom as sister to understanding and a form of mental nourishment, citing proverbs and Cicero to suggest cultivation of the mind as essential sustenance for the soul.
A Normal Business council in Asheville rallied residents to spend on housing repairs over three months. The campaign has generated 78 thousand dollars worth of work, aiming to boost appearance, stimulate materials demand, and employ workers. The piece argues revival comes from individual effort and utilitarian self-help rather than top‑down synthesis.
The American public shows strong interest in voting but uneven participation. An observer forecasts as many as 50 million voters in the coming election, compared with 36 million in 1928 and about 26 million in Germany’s recent vote.
A note from the Fourth Street Skunks corrects a published score, saying the game ended 20 to 12 in favor of the Skunks. Captain Hutchens pitched two innings as the Skunks opened with five runs in the first, while the Tigers finally scored in the fourth.
A Greensboro gathering of Guilford residents including real estate dealers urged lower taxes but noted timing slows impact. Writers argue payroll cuts won’t greatly ease a six cent tax on $100, and essential public improvements have raised costs across North Carolina.
Skunk hurler shuts down Tiger hitters as Hunt and Winders homer twice each in a 38 12 victory on Steele Street. Burke Koontz captained Fourth Street and Billy Talman was catcher. The Enterprise notes a dispute over the official score and suggests an adding machine be used to settle record keeping.
The piece argues that shoppers are ready to buy but cannot find needed spring clothing and other items. It urges merchants to be bold in stocking and pricing to revive demand, lift consumer spending, and spur wider economic recovery.
A column discusses dole criticism from the Welfare Council of New York City and its impact on the unemployed. It contrasts charity recipients with self-reliance, then shifts to diplomacy over Manchuria and US recognition, and ends with Sen. La Follette's proposal for a nationwide advisory referendum before presidential nominating conventions.
A grandfather writes defending natural youthful play and condemning overreaction to joy riding. He argues moderation, focusing on acts that do not injure or endanger others, and criticizes self appointed guardians who police morals with rigid standards. He calls for addressing dishonesty instead.
A wry remark compares American diplomats in Europe to a man who returns home in a barrel after an oil night poker session. The line paints a vivid image of weariness and rough nights abroad.
The Arma parley has adjourned for three weeks. It hints that initial talks may have needed adjustments and that further discussion is planned.
It notes Babe Ruth signing for 75000 dollars while comparing to President Hoover's salary, reflecting a downturn in value and public attention on high pay.
A visiting speaker praises the large Young Ladies class at Methodist Protestant Church North Main with excellent attendance and ordered conduct. He recalls studying Jesus crucifixion and the two questions of love and purpose, then visits Lebanon Church to share evangelism messages about being salt and light for good news. God bless these two churches.
The South recorded ten deaths from automobile crashes over the week end and one aviation fatality. North Carolina reported five motor vehicle deaths, Georgia three, and Virginia two. At Columbia South Carolina Grayson Douglas, an aviator, died when his plane crashed from 200 feet at the municipal airport.
A North Carolina forecast predicts a gentle start to spring with mild days and occasional cooler intervals. Officials say temperatures will stay generally pleasant through the week with scattered rain possible but no major adverse conditions.
A single showman called Crazy Buck leads a one man claque to stir crowds at New York hockey games. Once banned, Buck now attends freely as teams seek to boost spectator excitement during dull periods. Buck is a known local character, though few biographical details exist.
Mr Buck's behavior becomes legendary as Giants and Yankees ban him from their stadiums. He erupts with chest beating, head banging, hat throwing, and loud shouting, drowning out others. His antics, though extreme, reflect intense passion for sport and the challenge of quiet decorum in stadium crowds.
Helen Twelvetrees wished for a boat in her next picture after a winter boat dock luncheon on the Hudson. A Hollywood sound stage boat was built for her. S. S. Van Dine’s prize dogs are Scotch terriers. Billy Benedict proclaims Prince George now holds a department manager title after a retail career on Fifth Avenue.
Cecil Thompson says the Michigan reformatory baseball team needs him after being sentenced by Judge Vanderwerp to seven and a half years in Jackson for larceny. Thompson had previously performed at second base for convicts during a prior incarceration.
A mixed list of crossword like clues across horizontal and vertical entries includes items such as seas, plants, birds, and professions. Several numbers reference clue positioning while others hint at Latinate or archaic terms, suggesting a puzzle page with cross references and wordplay.
Raleigh report shows NC cotton output in 1981 fell by 18 800 bales from 1980, though higher than 1920. Ginners are reporting 756 287 bales in 1981 versus 774 587 in 1980, with 1920 at 747 208 and 1928 at 886 474.
The census bureau reports 1931 cotton production at 16,595,780 running bales or 17,060,722 equivalent 600-pound bales, with 1929 and 1930 figures provided for comparison. Remaining ginning stock is estimated at 96,895 bales. average ginning weight 614 pounds. State totals list Alabama to Virginia, led by Texas with 5,321,987 equivalent 500-pound bales.
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