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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1928
Page
4
In a concise maxim, Burke asserts that good order underpins success in all endeavors. The statement highlights disciplined structure as essential to outcomes and progress.
The Community Chest drive in High Point next Tuesday seeks $58,000 to support the Y M C A Y W C A Boy Scouts and the Salvation Army along with the local Board of Public Welfare. Proponents cite city growth and greater need, noting civic leaders praise prosperity through service and urge local prosperity through benevolence.
Editor Edmonds of the Manufacturers Record argues that about five million southerners left for western states after the Civil War. The exodus funded growth in Texas Oklahoma and others while depriving the south of vigorous enterprise. The piece cites leaders like Duke and Reynolds to illustrate potential losses.
Reports from the orient suggest Japan may present the Japanese Chinese affairs to Geneva for decision. A showdown on the League’s ability to function in a matter of world importance could ensue, since until now many issues have been deemed of minor significance.
The article notes China sent an appeal to the League of Nations not from its government but a Nationalist group. Officials refused due to non-recognition. It warns that if Japan makes a similar appeal the League must act or lose prestige, while action could raise its international standing.
The article notes rail safety advances reduce train crew and passenger injuries but grade crossing accidents remain deadly. It calls for complete separation of railroad tracks and automobile highways, urging railroad companies and states to cooperate to reduce or remove grade crossings.
The Sunday News and Observer describes Raleigh’s capital plan with a strict square grid. Four open blocks radiate from the center while every street follows straight lines, contrasting with modern preference for curved drives.
Fifteen thousand people signified desire to accompany Commander Byrd to the South Pole. Almost all are unfit for the expedition. The piece questions how many would apply if Byrd offered colonists with work at journey’s end and notes the potential to settle a new continent.
A long critic notes the nation pays a heavy price for curiosity as crowds chase Dr Pyle's coast to coast runners. He argues the pursuit reflects an enduring desire to learn and values sincerity and truth, despite frauds and hype. The piece likens curiosity to paying a million dollars for a glimpse of Prince Carol, suggesting motive remains admirable.
A New York company forms to run direct water shipments from inland lake ports to Europe this summer. Small steamers will pass through existing locks from Lake Erie to the Atlantic, offering 25 day service from Lake Michigan to England via Milwaukee Detroit and Cleveland.
News that The Bridge of San Luis Rey has won the Pulitzer Prize prompts heightened interest and likely sales as readers seek the acclaimed work. Critics and bookstores anticipate a surge in demand and renewed discussion of the novel’s themes and author.
Readers wonder how to learn the identities of the city’s “home girls, kind to their mothers, love to wash dishes” after the annual bathing beauty contest was canceled this year.
From Port Arthur Ontario a dispatch reports a rain of fine mud splattering people houses and streets. The scene prompts questions about political presence with a casual remark about democrats and republicans in Canada.
China and Japan clash as observers wager on the likely winner. Chinese forces have shown preparation and experience, making them favored in early bets amid rising hostilities.
Officials in Washington reiterate that dry agents may use firearms solely in self defense, a guideline that applies to all personnel and the general public alike. The rule emphasizes restraint and legal use of force in sensitive operations and daily life.
Robertson argues the South has recovered economically and culturally since the Civil War and Reconstruction He notes rising school spending yet persistent Democratic dominance while acknowledging Republican vigor in North Carolina and questions about regional religiosity and modernization. The book mirrors long standing Southern transition.
A sequence of six divisional meetings starts tonight at 7 45 p m at the Commercial club as preparations for the fifth annual High Point Community Chest unfold. Divisions include a women only unit with colonels and lieutenant colonels and six teams led by captains. The drive runs from 7 30 a m to 6 30 p m Tuesday with final reports at a downtown church dinner. The 1928 goal is 58 460 dollars.
Raleigh May 14. Officials of the automobile bureau view the truck tax issue as a light incident. Northern firms’ trucks entering North Carolina for berry shipments were not paying state taxes, while Sheriff J O Ammons of Columbus County supports enforcement. License bureau representatives traveled to shipping points to investigate. Berry shipments surpassed 1100 carloads with prices ranging from 4.75 to 6 dollars per crate.
Rome May 14 semi official word that Italy will submit the new electoral law for the king's signature this week. Law already passed both chambers and after signing will be published in the Official Gazette. A nine member committee from both houses will coordinate dispositions and a second committee will examine associations and syndicates. Chamber reconvenes May 21 to tackle ministry budgets while the senate adjourns to May 29 to approve them.
Nassau county jail holds housewife Mrs Iva Austin 28 and a boarder after police say she plotted with a truckman to hire a gunman for 160 dollars and a share of life insurance. Deputy Barcellona posed as the gunman and received 20 dollars with a promise of 80 more and a share of 4000 dollar policy.
Robert Crain Jr aged 25 of 1855 Wyoming Avenue was fatally injured when his car rolled after hitting a gas conduit on Massachusetts Avenue hill in Washington. His passenger Oscar H McPherson, 82, was critically hurt. No witnesses. car reportedly lost control and occupants were thrown about 30 feet.
Mrs. Miles Smith Carpenter formerly Elizabeth Stell of Raleigh died at her Gastonia home from pneumonia. The obituary notes her Raleigh origins and the fatal illness.
Highlights include Amerigo Vespucci's third voyage along Brazil in 1501, the 1787 National Constitutional Convention assembling in Philadelphia, and the 1804 Lewis and Clark expedition beginning their northwest journey. Also noted is 1861 when mail was withdrawn from several southern routes.
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