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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1927
Page
4
A reflective excerpt contrasts judgment with humility citing a verse about forbearance. It emphasizes that humans are fallible and should refrain from quick judgments. The compact aphorism echoes moral caution rooted in scriptural wisdom.
A facet of Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s Sonnet 43 from the Portuguese explores deep, enduring affection. The speaker enumerates multiple dimensions of love from daily light to infinite reach, promising love beyond death.
High Point College, three years old and underfunded, has earned respect in athletics under a capable coach and shown strong in-state performance in oratorical contests and debates against Guilford and Lenoir Rhyne. The piece credits campus spirit and student body talent as the source of growing tradition and potential community impact.
The article discusses American reactions to the planned shelling of Nanking. It notes Washington's restraint to avoid mass casualties and reports early claims of brutality as exaggerated. It cites one American man killed and one American woman wounded but recovering amid ongoing disorder.
A contemporary reflection argues that casualties in riots abroad resemble common robberies, noting that innocent bystanders bear punishment alongside guilty actors. It cites naval bombardment at Nanking and suggests police presence in China may reduce losses, while acknowledging potential American lives and property damage.
The triangle cities win a United States mail airport at Friendship after a regional contest. The three cities must cooperate to ready the field with minimal cost. High Point benefits from rapid night to New York mail and aims to capitalize on growing air transport as commercial aviation develops.
An Ohio youth dies after his self built radio receiver explodes with electric current in his cellar. The incident parallels Frankenstein and warns that civilization’s progress contains dangerous, potentially self defeating powers. The piece urges caution as white civilization may face a climactic collapse from its own advances. The closing lines reference army service and changing times.
Dr. Edgar W. Knight in Raleigh declares that the state must educate rather than merely claim solvency. He argues poor schools create poverty, calls for universal quality schooling, and convicts politicians and landlords of obstructing education as the eight months term faces opposition from lawmakers.
The piece notes Congress increased army food allowances and prints a West Point regulars dinner menu including noodle soup oysters and dumplings. It mocks women's fashion trends introducing menswear trousers under short skirts, urging men to protest as women adopt male styles.
Miss Helen Pugh, Asheville pianist, appears at the American theatre Friday night as part of the eleventh annual North Carolina Federation of Music Clubs convention. The program includes Bach, Mozart, Brahms, Chopin and other works, ending the three day event with a marked youthful virtuosity.
In Oberjoch Germany the local fire department is composed entirely of women. The riddle asks what it is they roll together and invites playful contemplation of the team’s unique makeup.
A Chicago women reform organization urges social matrons to shun alcohol at parties to curb drinking. The note implies bootleggers already influence party behavior.
A new men's protective alimony club has been formed reflecting Brigham Young's notable thoughts on alimony. The group aims to discuss legal and social perspectives, showcasing BYU era ideas on family support and financial protection.
Josephus Daniels says the Democratic nominee should blend traits of Wilson Tilden and Cleveland. He notes three or four others were not mentioned in his remarks.
Funeral services for Oliver Gardner who died suddenly at his residence near Sophia were held at the Old Union Methodist Episcopal church. The Rev. Brindle officiated and burial followed in the church cemetery. Pallbearers included Arthur Farlow A E Hilliard Harris Coltrane Herbert Snider L Dennis Davis and Joel Davis. Flowerbearers were Ida Smith Lillie Nance Stella Nance and Mrs F O Plummer. A large number attended.
T J Gold of High Point will lead Sedgefield Country Club activities for the coming year after last night's board vote. W C Boren Jr R H Wheeler W G Jerome and H P Hardin elected as officers with A W McAlister Max T Payne and R B Terry on the executive committee. A new hotel and golf headquarters will open by September 1 and a strong year of golf and entertainment is planned.
Raleigh Capitols begin spring workouts under Manager Watt at a local park on March 24 with early arrivals hoping to wear Raleigh uniforms. Infielders Lundeen Butler Rowsland Tenneyson along with outfielders Banks ton Strain Williams Smith Cress Mattingly Morris Nolan Dibut and pitchers Seasholt Bryant Kaplan and catchers are listed among the aspirants.
Dr. Wm. V. Gilroy presents a life of Christ overview arranged for study. Krorsen sketches emphasize biblical events, moral lessons, and devotional focus for readers seeking structured spiritual reflection.
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