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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1930
Page
6
A brief meditation on Ecclesiastes and Colton remarking that all days bring sorrow and travel grief. The passage asserts vain pursuit has no gender and offers a reflection on restlessness. Published in a Wednesday May 14 1930 line.
The North Carolina lay delegate Josephus Daniels presses for a clear stance on Bishop James Cannon Jr and bucket shop gambling amid church reform debates. Daniels argues the issue tests church morality, Volstead support, and the conference’s balance between spiritual order and democratic majority rule.
The editorial warns North and South Carolina over a border licensing dispute affecting cross state motorcar trade. It argues reciprocal restraint harms federal commerce aims, calls for repeal of the South Carolina license rule, and notes electric utility profits and future low cost energy for High Point. It stresses the need for lower electric rates as cities grow dependent on electricity for heating, cooling, lighting, and cooking.
The city reports a debt of 10 601 000 dollars with a population of 36 708 yielding 236 95 per person. Sinking funds of 728 000 and street assessments of 3 559 000 reduce net city debt to 7 042 000 against 40 000 000 in taxable property.
A summarized piece discusses Morris Llewellyn Cooke’s 1921 power survey and his findings on fair electric rates. It notes High Point’s nine cent max rate, generation costs, distribution losses, and the idea that rates should bear traffic costs. The article explores public utility aims and future cheap electricity.
A Gary Indiana former mayor William J. Fulton shot himself after his campaign team and eight workers faced arrest for election irregularities. He left a note to his son urging him not to pursue politics, reflecting a decline in politics as a respected career and a shift toward business or law among ambitious youths.
Ida Ball Warren, once condemned to death for her husband’s murder, will be freed May 31 after decades in prison. Commutted from 30 years to 20 with time off for good behavior, she plans to live with a married daughter and has earned praise from officers for reform and charitable acts including buying a radio for inmates.
The city faces burdens from delinquent street paving assessments and underused sinking funds. Utilities funded by city money secure future needs, but lingering unpaid accounts hurt finances. In prosperous years such sums could have been collected, yet the duty to improve collections remains among the city’s toughest challenges.
A Visiting Student complains that the High Point Public Library is chaotic. Librarians converse loudly while some students ignore rules, and visitors must sign permission for book loans.
Automobiles replace camels and donkeys in North Africa but face technical delays as motors stall, disrupting traditional transport habits and prompting discussions on infrastructure and repair needs.
Junius H. Harden of Burlington argues for a strong East Coast Republican candidate to challenge the Democratic seat. He backs Major Geo E Butler of Clinton as a qualified campaigner and Senate strengthener, aligning with supporters Mebane Hines and Ferree.
New commissions as notaries public issued by Gov. O Max Gardner at the governor's office go to Dixie V Byrd of Winston‑Salem, T L Jennings Jr of Winston‑Salem, L H Long of Granite Falls, J G Monroe of Tryon, S S O Wilder of Franklinton, Ted Whitehead of Raleigh, Robert S Herring of Rocky Mount, Irma Rose Jeter of Asheville, E G Paddison of Burgaw, Viola Longbottom Porter of Roaring River, J R Swann of Asheville, and J M Vann of Badin.
High Point Lions plan strong representation at the state convention in Kinston June 9 and 10. President Junius Woolen and club members discussed the program at a Sheraton dinner, with nominating committee reports tabled for a vote. Horace Kerr of Lions International will speak and events include golf, dances, breakfasts, and conferences.
The High Point college senior class enjoyed a reception last night hosted by President and Mrs. R. M. Andrews. Practically all members attended with faculty present as well. The Andrews home was decorated with spring flowers. Master Stanwood Kennett, mascot, oversaw the guest book with assistance from Mrs. Kennett. Dwight Davidson and Allen Hastings won prizes in games and contests during ice cream and cake.
Rev. T. A. Sykes spoke at the Success Business College efficiency class on accuracy necessary to real life success. In a chat he urged service that is mutually advantageous and noted today’s trend toward merging big business as a goal for which youth should fit themselves. He stressed going out equipped to be their best regardless of role.
The Riverside Military Academy band from Gainesville Georgia, 50 pieces, arrives Friday at noon and performs a free concert in the Sheraton lobby after a luncheon. Open to the public, extra chairs will be set, with additional outdoor seating if needed. The group also plays in Greensboro Thursday and Charlotte Friday night.
Frank Cordera drove a truck in front of an oncoming freight train near Beard. The derailment damaged the locomotive and five freight cars, with damages sought at $30,000. The trial awarded $10,000 to the railway company.
A North Carolina jury awarded the estate of J C Coats of Raleigh $20,000 in a suit for $40,000 against EF Blue Smith of Fayetteville whose car collided with Coats causing his death. In South Carolina Dr James E Russell dean emeritus of Teachers College Columbia University is announced as baccalaureate speaker at Coker College commencement June 3.
L. C. Wharton was re elected today as mayor of Union, securing a fourth term. The official result affirmed his leadership, with supporters noting continuity in local policy.
Figures from the American Cotton Manufacturers Association show April output of standard cotton cloth at 257,243,000 yards while sales reach 282,225,000 yards. Secretary W. M. Mc Laurine notes the production and demand figures, reflecting activity in the industry.
Raleigh May 14 A C H England state game warden announced that hunting license receipts for the past season totaled about 209000 dollars and may reach 210000 after final agency checks. The funds exceed initial estimates by 10000 dollars and top the prior season by about 20000. The total includes fisheries share and trappers licenses issued for the first time.
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