Death and Transience Reflected in Montaigne Quote
A May 9, 1933 item quotes Bible verse and Montaigne on death and man's fading glory. It frames death as no evil and suggests deliverance from restraint through understanding mortality.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1933
Page
4
Wage Increases Cheerful News For Piedmont Mills
The article notes wage rises for more than 9 000 workers in 20 Piedmont South Carolina textile mills with ten percent boosts in many plants. It frames the gains as a sign of healthier business, rising prices, and broader efforts for fairer labor distribution under the Roosevelt era New Deal. The piece contrasts wage lag elsewhere and argues the gains help manufacturers stay competitive while boosting workers’ incomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piedmont South Carolina
South Carolina
Piedmont North Carolina
Roosevelt
Tax survey urged for reduction of government expenses
L A Downs president of the Illinois Central system urges classifications of expenditures into three groups to aid a plan for tax and government cost reductions. He argues essential functions must be funded while non essential actions can wait amid a looming international conference and debates on navy strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Downs
Thinois Central System
Proposal To Cut Red Tape In Government Projects
The text argues about government business ventures using public credit to compete with citizens funding the credit. It praises Mr Downs suggestion but notes political and personal biases hinder adoption. It suggests a non partisan survey could craft strong recommendations but warns current power holders may reject reforms due to political interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Downs
Non-Intoxicating 3.2 Percent Beer Proves Misunderstood
Washington observers say 3.2 per cent beer is non-intoxicating and that public belief of its strength was overstated. Central Press reports indicate many old drinkers admit they were fooled by memories of pre prohibition strong beer and confirm the new brew lacks true intoxicating effect. Congress receives mixed mail on the change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
North Carolina
Congress
Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington
America's Naval Strength by Bruce Catton
The navy reports growing inferiority and urges immediate construction of 43 warships while the nation leans toward armament reduction. The clash between disarmament hopes and readiness to respond creates a perplexing policy dilemma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Board of the Navy
Navy board urges large build up of ships this year
The board finds naval strength relative and says the navy trails England and Japan in all ship classes except battleships. It recommends this year’s program including two aircraft carriers seven six inch gun cruisers twenty four destroyers nine submarines and one eight inch gun cruiser. The main objection is that current timing is not ideal for such a large program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy
General Board
England
Japan
Debt burdens weigh on U S recovery says Twentieth Century Fund
Figures led by Edward A. Filene of Boston show long term U S indebtedness at 40 percent of national wealth and 20 percent of national income, highlighting a major obstacle to economic recovery as corporations and government agencies face the strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twentieth Century Fund
Edward A. Filene
Boston
United States
Inflation Demand Driven by Growing National Debt
Analysts note that total long term indebtedness stands at 134 billion dollars now versus 75 billion in 1921, explaining the surge in inflation pressure observed in recent months as figures reflect mounting debt and financial strain.
Revisions Sought to Penalize Misleading Advertisers
Washington reports administration leaders weigh changes to the federal food and drug law to curb false advertising. Law loopholes allow unscrupulous manufacturers to deceive the public, risking harm to consumers and to reputable firms alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
60000 Hot Dog Stands Planned for Chicago Exposition
Chicago exposition organizers announce a massive display with sixty thousand hot dog stands expected this summer as part of the Century of Progress celebration. The plan underscores the event's scale and culinary attractions across the fairgrounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Exposition
Oklahoma Indians Dance for Weather in Seasonal Rite
A ceremonial rain dance by Oklahoma Indians aims to bring good weather for crops. Observers should monitor the ritual as its success could influence future recognition or actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Conservator Prepares Stable After Horse Theft Cleanup
The conservator removes debris and restores the stable after a horse theft incident, ensuring the facility is ready for a replacement animal. Local authorities investigate the case and coordinate with the owner on next steps.
Woman in Gallery Reminds Congress of Fiscal Restraint
A woman loudly challenged lawmakers from the House gallery declaring you cannot spend what you have not got. The remark notes Congress often spends the funds belonging to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Works Program Due Next Week
A lighthearted note riffs on a headline about a works program due soon, with a witty aside about prior promises and readers’ expectations. No further factual details are provided in the text.
Canadian tariff revolt signals liberal critique in Canada
A wave of liberal thought spreads across Canada criticizing Bennett Government tariffs. High rank Conservatives bankers manufacturers and economists push for lower duties. The piece notes rising unemployment from 200 000 in 1930 to 800 000 in 1933 and argues for interconnected global policy to avoid war and economic ruin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Bennett
Conservative Party
United States
The
Vancouver Sun
Dominion
States
France
Japan
Germany
Back of the Thinker the Brain Behind Industrial Might
A California hunter killed an angrier female deer and was arrested, but the game commissioner ruled it was nature's error. The verse frames the Thinker as the mind behind labor while the hunter faces the law for the wildlife incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
May Court of Honor awards for Uwharrie Scouts
The May Court of Honor for Boy Scouts of America Uwharrie Council High Point District met at Wesley Memorial church. Awards were given to members from Troops 3 4 and 6 including Richard Retten Jimmie Clark Clyde Bass Grayson Hill Walter Hill Ralph Odom Jack Curlee Daniel Burch Norman Foxworth and others. The next Court of Honor date will be announced later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts of America
Uwharrie Council
High Point
Wesley Memorial Church
Uwharrie Camp
Court of Honor Committee
C. Delk Smith
James F. Asbury
B. W. Hackney
First Baptist Church
G. C. Farr
Richard Retten
O. Delk Smith
Bob Wilson
Jimmie Clark
Clyde Bass
Toop No. 6
Green Street Baptist Church
Walter Crissman
Grayson Hill
Walter Hill
Ralph Odom
Jack Curlee
Daniel Burchfield
Norman Foxworth
Chicago gains in 1933 National Open entries as East shows loss
The 1933 National Open golf championship will be held at North Shore golf club, Glenview, Illinois, June 19-10. Total entries number 913, down from 1012 in 1932, with Chicago leading the west and 33 players exempt from qualifying. The East shows a net drop in entrants across New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chicago
Boston
Philadelphia
Washington
North Shore Golf Club
Glenview
Tll
Atlanta
Durocher Joins Cardinals To Fill Shortstop Gap
New York May 9 report that Gabby Street manager of the St. Louis Cardinals traded Paul Derringer Allyn Stout and Farr Adams to the Cincinnati Reds for Leo Durocher and pitchers John Ogden and Frank Henry. Durocher adds defensive strength at shortstop while Ogden and Henry likely seed to a farm club. Street sought a shortstop after Charley Gelbert was wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Gabby Street
St. Louis Cardinals
Leo
Lippy) Durocher
Cincinnati Reds
Street
Paul Derringer
Allyn Stout
Farr
Sparky) Adams
Reds
Durocher
John Ogden
Frank
Dutch) Henry
Ogden
Henry
Cardinal
Cardinals
Charley Gelbert
Regional Baseball Results Across Leagues
International League games saw Jersey City and Toronto tied, Baltimore edged Montreal, Albany topped Buffalo, Newark and Rochester noted cold weather. Texas League Beaumont fell to Fort Worth, Dixie League Waco beat Henderson, Longview defeated Tyler, Jackson triumphed over Shreveport. American Association Toledo beat Kansas City, others postponed due to rain. Newberry defeated Parris Island Marines in college baseball. Carson-Newman beat Presbyterian 4 to 3 in college tennis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jersey City
Toronto
Baltimore
Montreal
Albany
Buffalo
Newark-Rochester
Winston-Salem Ends Colts Winning Streak In 4-2 Win
Richmond Colts were stopped as Winston-Salem Twins beat them 4-2. In the sixth inning Poole doubled with two aboard to break the tie and Wade extended his home run streak to six. Wilmington beat Charlotte 7-4 and Durham defeated Greensboro 7-5 in other Piedmont league games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
Richmond Colts
Jimmy Poole
Winston-Salem
Twins
Wilmington Pirates
Durham
Greensboro
Holfhauser
Colts
Poole
Wade
Richmond
Galvin
Brittain
Panthers Hit Eastern North Carolina On Five Day Trip
High Point College baseball sails to Eastern North Carolina for four games over five days. At Atlantic Christian College Tuesday and Thursday, ECTC Friday. return Saturday. Team seeks to snap a two week slump with Virgil Yow leading ten players, two managers, and a mascot puppy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
North Carolina
Atlantic Christian College
Greenville
High Point
Catawba
Lenoir-Rhyne
Elon
Virgil Yow
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