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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1928
Page
4
A short meditation from Friday May 4 1928 contrasts the fruit of actions with the will of the tree. The reflection emphasizes that deeds arise from character and endure beyond one’s control, citing a biblical and literary perspective.
The article argues that gasoline taxes fund road building and maintenance, with North Carolina exemplifying high road investment. It cites potential savings for drivers, bond benefits, and broader gains in business and social life, noting U S road expansion outpacing Europe and predicting future highway value.
The 1928 Blue Book of Southern Progress from the Manufacturers Record of Baltimore highlights rising northern interest in the South while urging Southern self understanding. It notes financial leadership, regional development, and a shift of empire toward the South alongside calls for inspiration from nature and enduring human significance.
The report describes a push for a public park on High Point land at Jamestown Dam with civic and official backing. Jamestown and High Point show interest, while the project risks destroying an old landscape by cutting trees on the west bank between the bridge and the dam.
The piece argues for ground beautification and public dedication to repair landscape damage. It notes trees不可 be replaced soon, recommends planting, questions land ownership between the highway bridge and dam, and urges city Jamestown cooperation to enhance the dam and lake surroundings for public use.
State highway figures show 482 deaths in nine months and an average of 12.02 injuries daily. Each 15.3 miles of highways yielded a life loss, with broader costs suggested by road expenditure and actuarial estimates.
Department of Commerce data show 176 to 219 beds per 100000 in 44 states, attributed to better care and recognition of mental illness rather than national decline. The piece also notes Jacob Franks of Chicago left 100000 to aid boys in memory of his murdered son Bobby.
A judge rules back seat driving alone cannot grant a divorce and dismisses a request for a decree. The letter writer uses satire to discuss driving faults and social mores, while another citizen criticizes Al Smith’s candidacy and Catholic influence in American politics.
Lawmakers debate funding and oversight for aviation projects as airlines push for expanded routes and modern aircraft fleets. Officials weigh safety standards, air traffic control reforms, and federal backing to accelerate airport modernization and aircraft development.
A short note suggests that maintaining level play can lead to advancement and success in life. It implies discipline, consistency, and integrity as pathways to rise in status and opportunities.
A stray bullet hit Clara Bow recently, described as a disappointing accident. No injuries are reported and authorities investigate the event.
Additional troops have been sent to bolster the Marine presence in Nicaragua as unrest grows. The move follows reports of increasing activity linked to Sandino, prompting voices to note his growing isolation.
An essay argues that modern science industry erodes individual value. Biologists and historians claim progress comes from collective forces rather than great men. Technicians automate work, shrinking skilled artisans roles as mass history dominates.
With clocks shifting, the nation greets daylight saving time as a seasonal cue. Citizens adjust routines and stores pace their hours while recalling memories of earlier longings for longer evenings.
The remark notes that in the oil industry a newcomer often begins with significant leverage, implying that early position and access can outweigh initial lack of experience. The point highlights the sector's steep learning curve and the rapid ascent possible for fresh entrants.
Miss Mary C. Coleman of the North Carolina College for Women spoke on Paland at the High Point Kiwanis luncheon. Dr Elbert Russell of Duke University will discuss Nicaragua next week. R T Amos and R T Cottam led the program. Coleman won the attendance prize.
M. Lowenstein arrives in America after stabilizing francs in Belgium and rents 22 rooms in a New York hotel, continuing to stabilize funds in this country as well.
A Kansas man penned up a toad to observe its survival without sustenance. The case raises questions about animal cruelty and experimental ethics, drawing local and regional attention to his methods and motives.
Louisville May 4 Reigh Count trained by Mitchell ran a mile and a half in 2.09 flat in Derby trials. The time marked the best Derby trial performance in years for the Kentucky Derby on May 19.
In a casual remark the reference notes Al Smith sporting a brown derby. The piece hints at the hat as a symbolic attention grab for a presidential run.
Chicago is found to be in acute financial straits with a treasury of 13,300 dollars and over 1,000,000 dollars in outstanding obligations. The remark suggests Mr. Thompson should abandon history for arithmetic to grasp the situation.
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