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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1931
Page
4
A religious verse meditation cites 1 Peter 2 14 and a Lucan quote on sins unpunished urging readers to consider governance and duty as God sent authorities to punish evil and praise good. The fragment reflects moral exhortation rather than a news item.
Champion Fibre Company wins a $3,000,000 verdict for 93,000 acres in Tennessee and North Carolina to help complete the Great Smokies National Park. The mountain land, valued high for timber and pulp potential, faced a test against park condemnations amid scarce market sales for remote hills.
Analysis of how state funding reductions hit High Point charter districts. The governor advised a ten percent salary cut, a move skeptics call drastic but may seem mild as districts face 20 to 25 percent budget reductions after final revenue bill enactment.
An international economic conference opens in London with officials from Russia and the United States set to attend. The event occurs amid ongoing diplomatic tensions as governments grapple with recognition policies toward the Soviet Union.
The piece argues recognizing Moscow's government shapes U.S. trade policy. It contends limited trade harms American business, notes others open routes and courtesies to Russia, and warns that Russia's wheat strength may influence industry. It critiques inflationists, deflationists, and shifts toward high wages, short hours, and low prices as sound for prosperity.
A North Carolina note discusses a $75 county check to Senator Rivers Johnson amid tax policy battles with the MacLean plan. The piece argues party lines blur in state politics, warns of federal paternalism, and cites Coolidge on states cleaning their own backyards as a caution about centralization.
Editor notes Rev. J F Rogers of Kernersville visited in High Point for a Sunday service and hospital news. The message focused on Jesus as Lord and the need to heed salvation amid evil. The writer quotes Galations and speaks of sowing deeds, spiritual growth, and gratitude for the Rogers family and hospitality.
After a prolonged mood favoring high wages and short hours, deflation advocates grow louder. Leaders push for wage cuts and longer workweeks as signs mount of a broader shift. Glenn Frank, president of the University of Wisconsin, weighs in in the Brotherhood magazine on postwar business wisdom and wage policy.
The Emergency Committee for Unemployment notes a major rise in vegetable gardens this summer as workers, including those laid off by railroads and mines, use idle land and personal yards to grow food. Relief groups support this but say it won’t replace organized aid.
An increasing number of phone calls at the White House suggests heightened activity by Republicans, portraying them as a busy political party.
Erich Remarque, noted author, blames German militarists for circulating a false claim that his name was once Kramer. He warns them to watch their Remarques.
A chronicler likens modern boxers to hit and run drivers noting their erratic style and unpredictable conduct in the ring as a metaphor for current sports temperaments.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra conductor received a clock from subscribers. The gesture sparked speculation that it might be a light hint urging better timekeeping.
Naturalists press for New York to designate an official state bird, challenging the common belief that the Bronx cheer serves as the emblem. The exchange reflects local pride and long standing tradition around regional symbols.
Police report a thief in Ohio stole a bathtub and fled scene. Investigators expect the suspect to disclose details or return the item soon as the case draws attention from local authorities.
Clarendon Arkansas May 18 A A McGill prominent Stuttgart rice miller missing since his mill was placed in receivership was reportedly seen last night at Devalis Bluff near Clarendon in an unshaven disheveled condition. McGill disappeared Tuesday and his automobile was found in the White River near Stuttgart. The river was dragged but no additional trace was found.
Dr. Robert Esenault-Pelterie, noted French aviation and rocketry expert, expresses optimism about achieving a rocket flight to the moon within the next quarter century. He outlines ambitious plans and the technological steps required.
The Leviathan will transmit a ship-to-shore radio voice from mid ocean on May 20 at 7 46 p m eastern daylight time carrying Robert L Ripley of Believe It or Not to New York The broadcast will be heard on nine Atlantic seaboard stations and marks the start of a new twice weekly program by Standard Oil of New Jersey Ripley returns from a global tour aboard ship from Southampton May 16 ahead of the May 22 New York dock date
Chapel Hill May 18 Alumni Day scheduled for June 8 at the University of North Carolina during its 136th commencement. More than a thousand alumni from classes 1891 1892 1893 1910 1911 1912 1913 1881 1901 1906 1930 are expected to attend with reunions across Graham Memorial Swain Hall and dormitories. The program includes a reminiscence symposium led by Judge Francis D. Winston and a 1 PM alumni luncheon with Kemp Plummer Lewis as toastmaster, plus a band concert and athletic contests among reuniting classes.
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Budweiser entered by Louis Fisher of Stockton wins the Calaveras fourth annual frog jumping contest with an 11 feet 5 inch leap defeating 150 entries. Puddle Jumper and Joe Cesar also place as Zenobia from Kinston places fourth for the Kiwanis club. Angels Camp crowds roar as the event draws big attendance and local humor.
The afternoon features a campus program followed by class supper at multiple locations. President Graham hosts a reunion reception for alumni and the annual Alumni Ball will be held in the Tin Can at 9 o'clock to conclude the day.
Detectives attribute the killing of 16 year old Fannie Dennis and the death of 38 year old Floyd Mc Manus to the girl’s refusal to abandon plans for a high school education to marry. Miss Dennis had graduated from a local high school.
Last week a grammar school girl was killed by a shotgun blast as she passed the McManus residence. A razor was found beside her body after McManus fled the scene. Friends say the pair were secretly engaged until recently, a claim her parents deny.
A simple supper dish uses one pound fresh halibut cod or scrod boiled until tender. Add one sliced onion and two cups diced raw potatoes with salt and cook until done. Stir in one cup cream or milk and butter and serve with ground crackers.
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