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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1930
Page
4
Epigraph cites Luke and George Eliot on mercy and judgment, contrasting divine mercy with human reluctance to extend mercy. The quotation frames a moral reflection on how societies treat others and remember generations.
The American Business club proposes rewriting the city charter to clarify government structure and codify ordinances. They note chaotic laws, conflicting ordinances, and obsolescent provisions, urging a cautious yet necessary move toward a city manager charter with safeguards against undue influence.
Congressman Britten of Illinois argues for a billion dollars to raise the American navy to parity with Britain. He claims the conference treaty undermines prior needs estimates and seeks support from the Naval General Board and Navy Secretary, suggesting a ten year, wartime scale spend.
The attorney general clarifies that a voter may qualify for a party primary by declaring party affiliation. Registrars are cautioned to ask voters registering, With which party are you affiliated. The guidance removes doubt and supports streamlined checks on eligibility.
The writer argues that eligibility abuses in a party primary should not be curtailed by burdensome rules, suggesting misconduct by certain partisans is an intra party problem rather than a public safeguard issue. The text critiques broad guarding measures as excessive.
The Charlotte News argues for calm discussion of taxes, noting school funding drives costs up. Enrollment will rise by about 1,500 in city and rural districts, necessitating about 50 more teachers at a cost near $50,000, roughly two and a half percent of the tax base. The piece urges understanding the pressure on public officials as they seek to hold rates steady amid rising essential expenses.
Bruce Catton notes a military showcase where a map drawn in flight is reproduced 75 miles away in 47 seconds enabling bombers to target subs. The piece also contrasts Cuba’s expulsion of Al Capone in 48 hours with U S responses and suggests cash options for Gold Star mothers unable to take a free trip to France.
In Davidson County a dispute over the location of a new rural consolidated school caused the county commissioners to withhold 85000 of the 115000 bond funds. Meetings and talks between the commissioners, board of education, and citizens failed to reach agreement, though officials expect a plan soon.
A newspaper column urges prompt action to transfer enforcement of the Prohibition law from the Treasury to the Department of Justice. It argues the change aligns with President Hoover’s policy and would strengthen implementation, insisting the Treasury should not have borne the duty from the start.
The department has long held responsibility for federal tax on liquor production. Critics say leaders have not pressed prohibition enforcement, while supporters claim this aid could strengthen compliance and enforcement efforts.
Des Moines area magnates who unveiled night games under artificial lights aimed to lure stars and boost attendance as the Western League advances in urban baseball.
The text notes many a third base runner under the new system will be accused of fearing to go home in the dark. It comments on uncertainty and risk as players adapt to altered bases and pacing in late innings.
The prose suggests a Brooklyn pitcher named Dazzle Vance as a likely spotlight figure for a new illuminated pastime in the majors and predicts that fans will be labeled electric fans, with Art Shires potentially monopolizing attention.
North Carolina life insurance writ ten in 1929 totalled 353,418,623.24 across ordinary industrial and group classes, a rise of about 6.76 million from 1928. Premiums paid reached 41,890,649 with 846,868 policies written and 816,665 policies totaling 268,290,844 terminated. Losses incurred by companies were 13,626,416. In-force policies as of December 31, 1929 stood at 1,891,984, up 71,695,924.19 from 1928. Some 32 companies showed declines totaling 6,421,144.74.
Davidson County approves Sheriff Sink to sell all real estate with 1929 taxes unpaid by May 1. Tax sale set for June 2. taxpayers may pay prior to sale to avoid losing property, with a $1.20 advertising cost. Large list expected to be offered for sale.
A poem fragment recalls a wooded road overgrown with weeds and danger. The speaker pursues a beckoning path to heal wounds and seek renewal, only to find the road vanished, reflecting longing and disillusion. Published in M Harper's Bazaar featuring Kathleen Millay.
In Germany tiny red ants saved 375000 acres of valuable forest land by introducing thousands of ants two years ago to halt insect damage. The ant colonies killed off the destructive insects and protected the forest area.
Kings Mountain celebration committee members will meet in Astonia tomorrow. In Ock Hill a Winthrop girls debating team defeated Sewanee boys on the question of U S recognition of Russia in a split verdict.
A total dividend of 172000 dollars will be paid to depositors of the defunct Commercial Bank and Trust Company of Gastonia tomorrow. The report comes from Gastonia via AP with details on the payout to creditors and beneficiaries.
Wilmington, April customs collections reached 951000.14 dollars, setting a new port record for the month.
Ill health was believed to have caused 45 year old Sandy Forrest of Stokes County to shoot himself. Local authorities reported the death occurred in his home, with no other persons involved in the incident.
Rev. C. W. Blanchard, local Baptist minister and president of Craven County Tax Relief Association, announces candidacy for the 1930 General Assembly House seat as a Democrat. Potential four cornered race anticipated with W. T. Woodley Vernor Derrickson and Dave H. Willis among Democratic House contenders. Senate hopefuls include Luther P. Tapp William F. Ward and Dr. Ira Hardy.
New notaries public commissioned at Gov. O Max Gardner offices include LeRoy Campbell Hickory Miss Claire DeLoach Asheville L F Lewis Bailey J W Smith Pinehurst S A Starling Hubert J M Barden Rose Hill Miss Ivy J L Brown Charlotte Miss Mamie Bryan Tarboro W O D Cavenaugh Wallace Edward For ter Spruce Pine F L Myers Asheville.
Tomorrow is the final day to file entries for the Regional Flower Show to be held May 15-16 at the Furniture Exposition building. Entries mailed to Mrs. W. T. Saunders by midnight Thursday qualify for prizes. filing does not bind exhibitors to a class. Amateur gardeners in High Point are urged to enter. staging committees allocate space based on entries.
A horizontal and vertical word puzzle listing clues and answers across categories including maps, objects, and actions. Entries cover plant, fabric, rock, concealment, measurement, and daily terms with mirrored clues and a yesterday’s answer reference.
Dr Morris Fishbein notes stammering stems from emotional disorder in many cases. He warns about ineffective stammering schools and stresses assessments of physical mental and vocal health plus education and breathing training for proper speech.
Charles M. Gaskill of the Greensboro Central Labor union says organized labor will mount an AFL and United Textile Workers backed campaign in Greensboro and nearby. Plans include large mass meetings and educational work to mobilize public and worker sentiment, with start likely after completing Leaksville Spray organization efforts in 90 days.
Mrs. O. A. Strom of Oakland California is described as one of the few women house wreckers in the world. She oversees a crew of five to twenty five men in her operation.
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