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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1929
Page
4
A historic extract warns against starting construction prematurely and urges saving five years of income before laying a brick. It advises double the estimate for expenses to ensure financial readiness and prudent planning.
High Point city council last night resolved to credit nearly $10,000 in payments to citizens that do not appear on city books. The old council failed for 18 months to locate the funds, which were charged to the former city manager after his death.
The piece argues against higher tariffs urging diversification of industry and balanced growth. It discusses Republican and Democratic labor and tariff stances, the risk of overusing protection, and the shift toward a diversified economy to reduce depressions and shocks. The author warns that overprotection may backfire as foreign competition strengthens and praises widespread industry diversification.
Eddie Cantor 37, a leading New York comic, intends to retire from the stage and pursue his own inclinations. He earns 5000 a week professionally and has gains from securities markets totaling 140000 in a single week, showing he can quit making whoopee for others and begin making it for himself.
A reflection on someone seeking to put physical and emotional distance between themselves and a prior activity carried out with strong conviction and commitment. The passage hints at a deliberate break and reassessment of personal identity beyond the earlier role.
Governor Max Gardner criticizes mass production in North Carolina industry arguing it harms human happiness and quality. He vows not to permit new spindles or looms, cites congestion and discontent from rapid industrial growth, and emphasizes equality of opportunity and skilled labor. He warns the biggest problem is the human element in the state.
A National Bureau of Economic Research study led by Prof Williard L Throp finds manufacturing shifting from cities to rural areas in the United States. The report notes three effects including new development in backward and rural regions and a dispersion from historic industrial centers, with likely gains in efficiency.
A Chicago crime feature argues gangsters have modernized with automobiles machine guns and loaded arsenals while law enforcement lags. It notes a Rock River island proving ground for gun tactics praises new cabinets weekly questioning and pressuring reforms, and cites prosecutions and graft indictments as signs of progress against the underworld.
A Department of Agriculture notice discusses pansies in a chapter titled Sex of Pansies. The reader notes a risky reference and recalls Mrs. Dennett’s incident, questioning government prudence and public response to the chapter.
Texas Guinan calls for home interiors to mirror night clubs with lively atmosphere while a father notes monthly bills arrive on the first of each month, reflecting domestic economy and social trends.
Prof T C Johnson dean of men at High Point college and candidate for city council said he will not contest the election and urged citizens to improve election methods. He thanked voters in the second ward and his supporters for their loyalty and expressed a hope to serve the city in any capacity.
Raleigh officials report the Curtiss Flying Service plans to spend about 250000 dollars in Raleigh in its first year on a 300 acre airport and flying school. A six week course costs 600 dollars and training aims for 200 students, with 120000 from flying lessons and 100000 to 200000 from commercial trips. The airport will appear on Curtiss maps and become a regular air route stop in North Carolina.
Raleigh May 10. Specifications for 300000 dollars of state printing contracts to be let in June have been mailed to printers statewide and to Fort Wayne firm which did about 20 percent of the current printing. Bids accepted until June 2 and opened by the state printing commission to award to the lowest bidder.
A meeting to organize a local Sons of Confederate Veterans camp will be held tomorrow at 7 30 p m at the High Point Commercial club. C E Gilbert of Houston Texas announced in High Point. About 20 members are signed including D C MacRae O E Mendenhall and T Wingate Andrews.
On July 4 the earth will be farthest from the sun at 94,450,000 miles, compared with January 1 when the distance was 91,340,000 miles. The yearly pattern shows aphelion in summer and perihelion in winter.
In Columbia South Carolina the Lutheran Theological Seminary will confer diplomas next Wednesday at commencement exercises. Dr. Andrew G. Voight announced the graduates list including Franklin Pierce Cable from High Point and James Ernest Walker of Concord among others. The program includes alumni activities and a speech by Rev C A Freed with Dr JS Stivewall addressing the Mission league.
A peace declamation contest at Allen Jay Consolidated School showcased twelve children in two groups. Virginia Burton and Martha Ingram won top honors, advancing to district gold medal competition with a possible national diamond award.
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