Meditation Verse for May 18 1936
A short devotional excerpt quotes Psalms 7:1 and reflects on trusting God and surrendering to His care. The note urges calm reliance on the divine in a troubled world.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1936
Page
4
McDonald preaches tax shift. labor and teachers face impact
The Forsyth professor criticizes Ralph McDonald’s fiscal plan arguing the renounced occupational tax would still hurt labor and school teachers. He says a merchants franchise tax shifts direct cost to merchants while sales tax removal hurts school funding and teacher pay under current finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph McDonald
Maxwell
Forsyth
Elon Aims to Raise 250000 for College Growth
Flow College launches a drive to raise 250000 for new development and expansion at Elon College. The article praises Elon's rise from 1923, its growth, and its role in church and state education, urging friends to support the effort. It notes the college's high standing among small denominational schools in North Carolina and its contributions to citizenship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flow College
Friends of
Elon
North Carolina
Elon University Expansion Deserves Support
The text credits Elon for ongoing development and usefulness and expresses that the school deserves whatever is necessary to expand its type of usefulness, with broad good wishes from supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elon
Inadequate Basis for Hatred Seeks Followers
The piece argues that intelligent people who manipulate conditions to spread hatred reveal conscienceless, dangerous aims. Demagogues win followers by exploiting blindness and credulity, risking others' fortunes and happiness while the demagogue gambles with nothing to lose.
White House Tea Lifts Delinquent Girls Hope
Mrs. Roosevelt hosted 52 inmates of a Washington training school for delinquent girls at the White House. Eight white and 44 colored youths were guests for tea as their lives brightened and hope grew that past missteps need not define their futures. The event, though seen as cruel by some, contrasted with the house’s whiteness and prompted renewed attention to reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Roosevelt
Washington
White House
North Carolina to publish four color highway map
The highway commission announces a four color North Carolina highway map highlighting tourist attractions. An initial printing of 60 000 copies is available with potential to reach a million nationwide as requests from states and foreign countries flow in. The commission cites the state's rich natural allure and urges greater action to promote tourism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
America
The
Highway Commission
Germany uses compensation marks to expand trade in Brazil
The article notes Nazi Germany leveraging compensation marks discounted up to 40 percent to boost exports to Brazil. With marks usable only in Germany, German trade rose from 12 percent in 1934 to 18 percent in 1935, narrowing the gap with the United States which accounts for about 23 percent of Brazil's exports. The long term impact remains to be seen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States
Latin America
Brazil
Incente
East Motto Revision Sparks Debate Over Flood Preparedness
In the east the motto reportedly changed to Put aside for a floody day stirring discussion about regional flood preparedness and public messaging among residents and officials.
Well Earned Progress Promoted By New High Point Plant
The Thomasville News and Times reports a large open house at High Point Enterprise celebrating its new plant and modern production facilities. E G Harlan Boise Chamber of Commerce manager commends the Enterprise’s service to public progress and expresses appreciation for the state’s living advantages and climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomasville News and Times
High Point Enterprise
Mnterprise
High Point
E. G. Harlan
Chamber O* Commerce of
Boise
Ida
Enterprise Notes Open House for High Point Building
The Winston-Salem Journal highlights The High Point Enterprise souvenir edition praising its new building open house. It describes improved facilities and increased space aimed at enhancing community service in High Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enterprise Advances
Winston-Salem Journal
High Point Enterprise
High Point
Cake Walk at San Diego Auction Tests Chivalry
A cake auctioned by Sally Rand with an autograph tin and a kiss went to lawyer A F Molina who declined the kiss after declaring he is married. The incident sparked debate on fidelity with the court likely to rule on the matter as an appeal looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk Virginian
Associated Press
San Diego
Sally Rand
A. F. Molina
Sally
Dorothy Dix
Ipceme
Molina
Adam
Letters- Mr Flagler Calls For Signed Opinion
Editor of The Enterprise reports a letter urging transparency in public letters about the school supplement debate. The writer argues signed contributions would boost accountability and questions anonymous critics, insisting on open, named discourse.
Idahoan Praises City In Souvenir Edition
The Enterprise editor expresses thanks for the souvenir May edition describing the city’s resources and advancement, noting it will attract wide interest in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Idahoan
High Point Students Press For School Supplement
The Student Council urges voters to approve the eight month term supplement arguing longer school time adds varied activities and leadership chances. They warn eight months hinders clubs and honors, risking accreditation and future student readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Honor Society
High Point
Diary notes glimpse New York social whirl and fashion
A May diary shows Monta Bell filming in India then social rounds with Ted Woodyard and John Ringling. The writer visits Estelle Burgess, Greenwich countryside visits, and notes on guests Irma and Rube Goldberg. fashion evolves with the tiny hat trend led by Mrs Byronoy and Mrs Orson Munn amid a gossiping scene of Mary Pickford Joan Crawford and Ethel Barrymore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Monta Bell
India
Ted Woodyard
Ritz Carlton
John Ringling
Circuses
Ina Claire
Colony
Florentine
Estelle
Gelett Burgess
Lucy Virginia Long
Greenwich
Kay Brush
Peggy Wood
Eugene Wood
Mary Pickford
Joan Crawford
Cissie Loftus
Ethel Barrymore
Milady
Byron ‘Oy
Orson Munn
Paris
Madison Avenue
John Frederics
High Point vote on future hinges on school supplement
The Pointer editor Mildred Free notes High Point High School’s future may depend on a vote on the school supplement. She urges the community to respond to the question of what this generation is coming to, hoping the measure grants a chance for a strong intellectual and scholastic finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Enterprise
Mildred Free
The
Pointer
High Point High School
New Rackets Target Veterans’ Bonus Payments
Hundreds of rackets are being developed to swindle veterans of their bonus payments. The idea of holding baby bonds for ransom is suggested as an unfamiliar tactic.
Italian Advance on Addis Ababa Seen as Ridiculous Claim
A dispatch mocks the Italian push toward Addis Ababa labeling it a huge picnic while noting no Ethiopian rain reports at the time. The remark casts doubt on the claimed momentum of the campaign and suggests skepticism from observers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addis Ababa
Life Is Like That and Brides Are Like That Simultaneous
Two films titled Life Is Like That and Brides Are Like That debut together amid familiar Hollywood trends. Executives reiterate the industry pattern of parallel releases and similar themes across projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Community Chest reaches pledge total in High Point drive
Ten years ago on May 18 1926 High Point residents showed strong support for the Community Chest with 25 percent solicited and 17982.25 pledged. Mid day reports were filed at 12 16 PM as volunteers gathered at First Methodist Protestant church. Pitcher Mack Barksdale remained confined to his room for a week or 10 days with mumps at 111 Commerce Street after last Saturdays game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Community Chest
High Point
Mack” Barksdale
Commerce Street
Barksdale
Sherrill
Salisbury-Spencer Club
Junior Class Elects Officers at High Point College
Officers of the rising junior class were elected at a special meeting of the sophomore class yesterday afternoon. Edward Hedrick was chosen president, Annie Lee Jarrell vice president, James Rogers second vice president, Ruby Isley secretary, Joseph Holmes treasurer, and James Ellington reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
Edward Hedrick
Annie Lee Jarrell
James Rogers
Ruby Isley
Joseph Holmes
James Ellington
Mrs Matt Wall Ties Low Score in Sedgefield Gol f Tourney
Mrs. Matt Wall posted the third lowest score in the goal golf tournament played Friday at the Sedgefield course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Wall
Sedgefield
Trinity High School Class of 1914 Thanks Hosts
Mr and Mrs J A Johnson hosted the Trinity High School class of 1914 at their Colonial Drive home Friday evening May 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Johnson
Colonial Drive
Trinity High School
Miss Blanche Burgess Hosts Bright Afternoon Party
One of the loveliest parties of the season was given Saturday afternoon by Miss Blanche Burgess of Miss Mary Hicks, bride elect. The event showcased refined hospitality and festive charm in a social gathering setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanche Burgess
Mary Hicks
Mrs. R B Conklin Hosts Bridge at Madison Apartment
Mrs. R B Conklin entertained guests on Monday afternoon at her Madison apartment. Among the visitors was Mrs. B W Berry, noted for their bridge game gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. B. Conklin
Bridge
Madison
B. W. Berry
Rowe Re-elected Book Editor at Methodist Conference
Dr. Gilbert T. Rowe was re-elected book editor of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South on the first ballot, receiving 200 of 362 votes at the general conference. From Birmingham, the report notes Dixie’s remaining Confederate veterans converged for what may be a final assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General News Tenn
Gilbert T. Rowe
The
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
General Conference of the Church Today
Rowe
Birmingham
Ala
Dixie
Transformation of jaith to wholesome recreation spaces
The state library commission drives a reform of jaith into wholesome recreation and intellectual improvement. Its traveling libraries and book lending service convert stagnant communities into centers of enlightenment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
Jaith
State Library Commission
Bible and Hymn Reading Contest Winner Named
From Nashville Tennessee the annual Bible and hymn reading contest at the Vanderbilt University School of Religion concluded with Charles J. Hardt of Hondo Texas winning read Isaiah chapter 65 and performed the hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Tenn
Vanderbilt University School of Religion
Charles J. Hardt
Hondo
Tex
Lord
Pixilation Echoes Through Broadway And Air Cabarets
An old New England term pixilation traces to pixie elves and Phillips Woollcott influence. The piece notes Gary Cooper reviving the gag in a film and cites Ohio slang for balmy. It recalls characters like Ida Strump and locals described as pixied across the creek and town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadway
Gary Cooper
New England
Alexander Woollcott
Ohio
Silly Tom
Ida Strump
Nomination for the Young Orchestra Leader Russ Morgan
A nomination enters for Russ Morgan as an aspiring young orchestra leader. The effort aims to recognize his conducting skill, repertoire knowledge, and potential leadership in upcoming concerts and youth programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russ Morgan
Jeering Letter Spreads Distress in Preparatory Friend
A kind man suffers deep dejection after receiving a harsh sarcastic letter from a close friend since their preparatory school days. The note attacks a situation he faced, leaving him distressed and seeking solace.
Bagatelles on Politics and Hollywood Talent
Idwal Jones pursues Chinese politics as a hobby while Lau rette Taylor’s son Dwight and daughter Marguerite work as story editors in Hollywood. Dorothy Herbert rides horses and works at silhouette cutting. Farnsworth, a New York sports writer, keeps a meticulously indexed mind. Evans is praised by Harlem experts as the top trucking dancer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bagatelles
Idwal Jones
Laurette Taylor
Dwight
Marguerite
Hollywood Studios
Dorothy Herbert
Droug Rider
Silhouette
Farnsworth
New York
Evans
Harlem
Roosevelts Theme Flop-Eared Longhorn Reels From Door
A quirky scene recalls a flop-eared longhorn emerging from a revolving Roosevelt door as he jokes with a starter about not mastering the setup in two days. The voice captures a brisk, wartime era humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McNaught Syndicate
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R. B. Terry Publishers
Business Mgr Editor
Point
N. C
National Advertising
BR Katz Special Adv
Agency General Office
New York City
Richter
Sincerely, Fred I Flagler
Esther Rae Wilson
Student Council
Grover Farr
Irene Parker
Randall Goodman
Kathryn Allen
Roger Taylor
Irma
Rube Goldberg
Arthur William Browns
Dalton Trumbo
George Clark
Nea Gervioce
Ino
Jerry
Ee Ra
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