Ladder to heaven theme inspires Ward Street meeting
GEO H. CROWELL writes of a Ward Street gathering where Brother Jones led a devotional on Jacob’s ladder and the Way, Truth, and Life. The group then attended Jordan’s address at Wesley Memorial, described as two rich spiritual experiences blessing the ward and God’s work.
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M. Jones
Ward Street
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Jacob
Earth
God
Jesus
Abraham
St. Paul
David
Wesley Medrial
Brother Jordan
Brother Jones
Geo. H. Crowell
Lindberghs thank Condon and defend his role
Col Lindbergh thanks Dr. John F. Condon for help in the search and the prompt publication of a letter in New York. Condon helped move $50,000 to an unknown crook, but the Lindberghs insist he is blameless and acted in good faith during the child recovery effort.
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Col. Lindbergh
Jassie
John F. Condon
New York
Condon
Lindberghs
Psalm and Byron Quote For Monday Reflections
A Monday reflection cites Psalms 132 12 promising blessing for future generations and adds a Byron couplet about listening and resolve. The small verse pairing evokes enduring faith and personal steady resolve.
Six year presidential term proposed to curb re election
The piece argues for a constitutional amendment granting a single six year presidency with no re election. It cites Washington and North Carolina as precedents and notes benefits like reduced political pressure and steadier policy, plus a governor’s single term example.
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United States
Gifford Pinchot
George Washington
Washington
North Carolina
The Rising Cost of Fires
A correspondent notes rising fire losses linked to fewer firefighting personnel amid municipal cost cutting. The piece suggests lower mood, possible negligence, and financial pressures as factors, arguing for preserving fire department strength against budget reductions.
Charlotte Teachers Warned of Late Pay Amid State School Strain
An article warns Charlotte teachers may face delayed pay as North Carolina debates funding and public education value. It argues the state undercuts teachers as essential public service and urges defense of schooling against budget cuts while noting Charlotte’s unique warning to its teachers.
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Charlotte
North Carolina
A Thrill That Is Ever New
An essay by Helen Welshimer about the enduring allure of dirigibles like the Akron and Los Angeles. It contrasts airship fascination with growing familiarity with airplanes, noting the miraculous impression of giant airships and their sense of release from earthly limits.
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Helen Welshimer
Akron
Los Angeles
Textile Industry Seems In Order Despite Low Mood
Ralph E. Loper of Fall River, a noted textile accountant, says the textile industry is not suffering from over-expansion. He notes cotton mills operated at about 90 percent single shift capacity and expects profitable operations when normal business returns. He cites 1931 sales rising above 1930 and rising cotton goods consumption.
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Ralph E. Loper
Fall River
Loper
Association of Cotton Textile Merchants of New York
Market Oversupply Suppresses Prices Across Mills
The market stood under a constant shadow of potential over-production causing unfavorable prices. Other mills with weak finances were forced to accept low prices to cover expenses, worsening the drop. The text argues that removing these pressures is needed before the industry can profit.
Why Congress Talk is Hard on Army Officer Cuts
A War Department plan to cut 2000 army officers met swift opposition led by General Douglas MacArthur who warned reductions would prostrate America's defenses. The episode shows Congress struggle to ignore objectors and face fiscal choices.
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War Department
Douglas MacArthur
MacArthur
America
A French Prize Bottles a Back to the Land Idea
Paris institutes an annual prize for the best novel on the back to the land movement. Instead of money, the award consists of 300 bottles of Burgundy wine, prompting wry thoughts on the garreted novelist who wins fame not riches but a sea of wine.
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Paris
Nagasaki Consulate Bombing Not Seen as Serious
The speaker downplays the Nagasaki consulate bombing, claiming it mirrors numerous other building incidents in the area and should not cause major alarm.
New Yorkers Struggle to Name Their Congressman
A writer notes 4,000,000 residents of New York cannot name their congressman. He implies they may know but feel ashamed to say so, reflecting on civic disengagement and political awareness.
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New York
Ohio Primary Ballots Used Despite Typographical Mistakes
Ballots used in the Ohio primary were found to contain typographical errors but were employed, with officials arguing that printing mistakes pose fewer risks than voter mistakes.
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Ohio
Senate backs silver payment for war debts feared
The senate resists the idea of accepting silver to settle war debts, expressing horror at the suggestion. Supporters note silver is better than nothing in settling the obligations.
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Senate
United States
Oil talk capped visit by Russian unofficial ambassadors
During their recent U S visit the unofficial Russian ambassadors limited discussion to petroleum, suggesting an oily disposition in their exchanges.
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United States
Man Hunters Chapter XII Sparks in a Theatre Confrontation
Susan and Bob clash over their secret engagement in a crowded 18th century party scene. Denise presses for a public confession while Waring’s looming presence adds tension as Susan retreats to the supper room and away from scandal.
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Bob
Susan
Denise Ackroyd
Denise
Oes
Waring
Jack Waring
Horned toad on display in The Enterprise window
A horned toad from Leno Texas was placed on display in The Enterprise window today by John Hughes. The native of Mexico and Texas is rarely found outside its habitat and is said to be kept as a pet by Texans.
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Leno
Texas
The
Enterprise Today
John Hughes
Mexico
Convict Executed for Assault and Murder of Doctor's Daughter
Fred Collins a Black convict was executed in the electric chair today for the assault and killing of the daughter of Dr. Asa L. Hickok at the doctor's home where Collins served as a trusted inmate.
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Fred Collins
Asa L. Hickok
Lawyers Expect Quick Completion of Preliminary Use
Lawyers anticipated that the initial use would be finished soon, with a speedy resolution in the near term.
Biblical Quotation Puzzle: Horizontal and Vertical Clues
A crossword style puzzle with clues across and down including figures related to biblical names terms and common words. Answers intersect to reveal a quoted verse or thematic biblical wording.
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