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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1932
Page
4
A historical analysis discusses the global use of gold standard currency, noting only about ten percent of people use it while ninety percent transact without it. It considers England abandoning the gold standard and its impact on trade, exchange rates, and American industry, arguing the dollar faces inflationary pressures and debt burdens due to currency value changes.
The article reviews Senator Norris of Nebraska who has refused to back President Hoover and states he would vote for Roosevelt if Democrats nominate him. It notes Norris’ 1928 defection and questions why he does not join the Democratic Party despite growing opposition to Hoover.
A critique notes Senator Borah’s public persona as a sensational critic who attacks government failures. It argues his showmanship contrasts with weak follow-through and frames his role as both critic and powerful government agent.
Legislative work is fair to his political career though independence gestures never left the realm of gesture, highlighting a pattern of measured opposition within a cautious legislative record.
Dr John T Burrus elects to remain president of the state board of health and not seek renomination to the senate from Guilford The attorney general holds the president of the health board is not a special commissioner The board has trimmed costs while reorganizing public health service and Burrus stays to lead this reform effort The move reflects a preference for larger personal responsibility and public health leadership
Prof Albert Coates of North Carolina University law school proposed an Institute of Government at Chapel Hill to simplify processes and develop officer skill. The plan aims to reduce lost time and motion from officer rotation, share methods across states, and foster a lasting governmental tradition and morale. A movement to endow and establish the institute is under way.
The Alexander Hamilton Institute estimates 1,500,000 jobs from legalizing beer and a 60 40 labor to capital income split. It projects beer revenue around 500 million dollars annually at two cents per pint and 10 cents a pint selling price, with 60 percent of wealth flowing to labor.
The author argues that a yearly outlay of 1.5 billion dollars would create about 1,500,000 new jobs. Some gains would be offset as current workers are absorbed, but long term the net effect appears to be 1.5 million new jobs. Reliable data on bootleggers is needed to assess job losses.
A hard boiled look at a Credit World ranking of 34 occupations by credit risk. Teachers, physicians, farmers, and rail workers appear high or low on the list with barbers and waiters near the bottom. Editors note space limits omit further classifications.
The piece compares the assassination of French President Paul Doumer to U S and other historic presidential murders. It notes Doumer’s death lacks the political consequence of Lincoln, Garfield, or McKinley, and ponders French responses such as possible guillotine revival while reflecting on the peril of leaders under heavy guard.
The state abandons cotton on prison farms this year and shifts prisoner labor to producing feed stuffs. The policy aligns with the governor's at-home doctrine, aiming to supply food for state institutions and reduce losses from cotton cultivation.
A personal verse to a mother reflecting on memories of home gentleness and loss. The speaker recalls a blue cup and plate, a gray kitten, a grandfather clock, and a carriage taken away. The poem asks for strength to bear grief, work, and joys, honoring a mother’s steadfast care.
A letter to the editor questions political candidates in North Carolina. It accuses Umstead and Boren of silence on corruption while praising Van Noppen for denouncing grafts and supporting reform. The writer urges openness from candidates and cites local achievements and contrasts.
A poem recalling a daughter visiting her late mother’s room. She describes sacred memories, the crucifix, rocking chair, a dresser with valentines to Elinor, a worn clock, and lessons learned at her mother’s knee, ending with a farewell to return soon.
A short sentimental verse venerates a mother’s kindness and endless love. It expresses deep affection under bright skies and a childlike sense of gratitude. The piece centers on the emotional bond and universal reverence for motherhood.
A poem by Blanche Hunt expresses gratitude for a mother who brightens bleak days. The speaker promises to send love and recalls the mother’s kindness and cheer, noting that only a mother can turn bad into good.
A nostalgic poem urging boys to write to their mothers on Mother's Day. It contrasts romantic letters to lovers with a heartfelt note to mothers, praising her devotion and patience. The poem ends with a reminder that a son's letter becomes a cherished keepsake, read in quiet moments.
In Boston Symphony Hall last night Dr Lyman P Powell rector of St Margaret's NY proclaimed humility and tolerance among Christian people as key virtues in Mary Baker Eddy's life. Dr William Stidger introduced Powell and urged religious tolerance reflecting his own views and admiration for Mrs Eddy and Christian Science.
The Y M C A marathon swim concludes its ninth week as Carl Shelton gains the lead by passing eight rivals, Lloyd Whitley rises to second, and Howard Raper moves to fifth amid strong tides. Five leaders are within a half mile of each other with Shelton at 22.1 miles and Whitley, Barrier, Strock, and Reaper close behind. Shelton also sets a senior local record for 20 yards freestyle at 45 seconds, breaking his own former mark.
A critical survey notes Robert M. Lewis’s Doom of Youth as a scientific study of youth’s role amid age battles, with Marxist themes and warnings about individuality. Buck’s The Young Revolutionist is praised as propaganda for missionaries, portraying Rosen’s clash of tradition and nationalism in China. The collection also covers Decade in Blue and a comedy Dirty Hands, with reflections on Irish life in Castle Conquer and The First Mrs Fraser novelization.
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