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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1928
Page
4
A short quotation expresses that all fade as a leaf and praises aging things from literature. It references Isaiah 64:6 and Goldsmith, noting affection for old friends, old times, old manners, old books, and old wine.
The dedication of the Guilford county tuberculosis sanatorium’s children’s building is delayed but the facility is already serving ill children. Built with a $100 000 bond issue from a light vote, its value earns broad public support and confidence in Dr Spruill’s management and hospital prowess.
The Washington correspondent notes Governor McLean and Attorney General Brummitt pressed Senator Simmons to oppose Smith in North Carolina. Simmons refuses, advocating a finish against Smith and warning of a possible instructed delegation to Houston. The piece contrasts wage growth, fear of radicalism, and two kinds of justice in the courts.
An organization of substantial value forms here to become a Junior League as conditions are met. It reflects the will of younger women to serve and creates channels for that service.
Andrew Mellon notes Hoover as the most promising Republican prospect while not endorsing any candidate. The strength of Pennsylvania’s delegation could secure Hoover if instructed, or Coolidge may yet run. A separate piece praises the Junior Service League's social welfare work and its volunteers aiding the Community Chest drive next Tuesday.
W G Lee president of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen warns that radical ideas could threaten the union if adopted. He argues American wages and protections keep workers content, dampening radicalism, and notes postwar Red Menace fears were overblown. He then contemplates a future of genuine economic downturn.
The Raleigh Times recalls Judge W A Moore’s harsh warning about black crime and notes a shift in conviction patterns. It observes fewer black prisoners and more white youths in prison, signaling a moral panic about youth behavior and persistent racial stereotypes.
Raleigh May 15 The Cordell Hull backers with Zeb V Turlington as state manager seek an unofficial state primary May 26 between Hull and Smith. observers say time is insufficient to organize and results would be nonbinding. Officials note the repeal of the presidential primary law and lack of funding. Some Smith supporters argue for a primary, but many believe the state executive committee will not authorize it.
The report notes American engineers examine a 500 million canal linking Argentina and Chile. It contrasts with military duties as Marines are mentioned as busy. A Yale English class asks for autographs of Shakespeare to gift to Gene Tunney, but signs quirky names like Johnny Applesauce and Jack Dempsey, sparking a remark on the younger generation’s lack of reverence.
A meteorologist recently floated the idea that radio waves could influence weather patterns. The remark suggested electromagnetic ether might affect atmospheric conditions.
The remark suggests many delegates lack instruction and will offer speeches reflecting personal views rather than party directives. The comment hints at unsettled consensus and potential controversy as conventions proceed.
A newspaper note reports giraffes cost twice as much as before the conflict, provoking a sharp, humorous rebuke of wartime disruptions and market swings.
The player asserts the shot was aimed directly at the pin, describing a hole-in-one as luck but emphasizing intentional aiming may have played a key role.
A May 14 1928 letter from Arthur Crowder requests publication of a poem dedicated to his mother. The verse urges timely expressions of affection and warns that unspoken words lead to regret. The note appears with related editorial discussion about Smith sentiment and primary voting.
High Point marks the annual Girls Week with a parade of 12 Girl Reserve clubs in white middy suits and blue ties. Leaders review the procession from the chamber of commerce. health activities at the Y.M.C.A. follow, with a mother daughter banquet and four service projects planned for tomorrow.
The column details a charity week with outdoor games at city hospitals and a gift distribution at the Board of Public Welfare. It notes a Thursday matinee at the Broadhurst theater for girls and a Saturday picnic at Miller’s Mill YMCA camp conditional on weather. A white gift tree will feature 10 cent gifts for the camp. It also reports the death of Mrs Jones a longtime High Point resident and funeral services in Thomasville.
Mrs Mary E Jones wife of the late O C Jones died suddenly at her daughter’s home 206 Kearns street Thomasville last night just before six o’clock She was born in Stokes county December 1846 a daughter of the late H A Samuels of Walnut Cove The eight children born to the couple seven survive Walter Jones Stella Mrs W J Lawson Hallie Jones G H Jones Mrs J H Brown Mrs Cicero Morgan and Mrs E B Stillwell all listed with their residences in North Carolina Walter Jones Stella Mrs W J Lawson Hallie Jones and G H Jones of High Point Mrs J H Brown Greensboro Mrs Cicero Morgan Fulp and Mrs E B Stillwell Thomasville
Wilson May 15 Four men were arrested and jailed in connection with the death of Melvin Williams from gunshot wounds suffered in a chaotic free-for-all near Black Creek seven miles from the city. Those detained are Ruffin Woodard Frank Shirley William Davis and Tom Shirley. Woodard and Frank Shirley bore serious knife wounds believed to be inflicted by Williams.
The text lists key historical milestones: 1775 Congress establishing federal posts from Maine to Georgia and authorizing paper money to ease taxation. 1776 Congress urging state governments and suppression of royal authority. Virginia convention directing delegates to vote for independence. 1847 U.S. army enters Puebla, Mexico. 1862 Congress creates Delegates of Agriculture.
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