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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1938
Page
5
In a piece on Alcatraz, Capt. A. R. Archer explains hard but ineffective measures used to control inmates. The report details punishment, hunger strikes, and the brutal feeding method revealing the prison’s oppressive routines and potential for violent incidents.
A historical overview details Alcatraz on The Rock from its 1845 acquisition for bay defenses through 1907 when it became a United States military prison. It notes the fortifications, Spanish dungeons, and cannon, then explains the modern cell house with 588 total cells and strong security under Sanford Bates, including interior guards and weaponry.
The writer outlines six standards for a Gospel minister. A minister should believe the scriptures with all heart, love God and people, care for church members and community, ensure officers honor the church, have officers who practice their preach, and submit to God’s will over personal desire. The message emphasizes integrity and selflessness in pastoral leadership.
Washington dispatch notes Pennsylvania Democrats vote Tuesday amid national attention. No Roosevelt issue divides Penn voters, but the CIO and AFL intraparty clash under John L. Lewis could shape White House politics for 1939 and 1940 as labor groups push direct political power and fracture long standing party coalitions.
At Raleigh on May 14 officials announced 299 seniors from the class of 1938 will graduate. Diplomas are to be awarded in a twilight ceremony at Riddick Stadium on June 6 at 6 30 p m. Leigh R Powell of Norfolk Va, Seaboard Air Line Riil road eco receiver, will deliver the baccalaureate address.
Bluestone a Pittsburgh gas station owner says new service at his site adds two girl attendants. He predicts growth as eight of ten customers praise the idea and service. The business is booming and could spread to other locations.
A brief letter from B C Mixson questions whether a pastor should fish on Sundays rather than preach, suggesting the clergyman might value fishing more than his church duties. The author signs off with cordial sincerity.
The Southern Baptist convention adopted a social service commission resolution condemning regimentation and centralization that would abridge freedom. Dr. Arthur J. Barton of Wilmington, NC, chaired the report warning citizens that power has already trended toward regimentation and central control.
Firefighters from Orient request aid from Greenfield as a blaze devastates a garage in Orient Iowa. The town’s only fire truck is trapped inside the burning structure, prompting an emergency joint response.
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