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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1938
Page
4
A compact religious note cites II Corinthians 7 6 where God comforts the sorrowful by Titus and quotes Rutherford on created comforts, stating God is the leader while you are the borrower not the owner.
Air Mail Week urges growth of air routes and mail service as the east catches up with the west in aviation use. The article notes mountain hazards over the Rockies and argues that air travel becomes safer and more widespread, boosting aviation employment and national preparedness. It links mail expansion to passenger travel and wartime self protection.
The bill seeks to decentralize relief via state and neighborhood organizations. It has surfaced before and returned to the legislative scene in a new push. Hopkins, a major advocate of relief funds, calls it just another reform proposal with unclear fate.
The piece argues Congress may favor decentralization of unemployment relief and questions federal aid versus a permanent public works program. It notes a Republican measure with little chance of approval and contemplates government roles in relief. The column comments on editors venting pet peeves about song choices and notes textile industry gloom and possible migration to smaller towns.
The piece argues Senator Guffey aligns with labor forces and CIO interests, implying his role in uniting diverse Democratic factions post yesterday’s primary. It suggests Guffey’s priority is preserving Pennsylvania and that CIO support may be pivotal for the governor’s race, with Pinchot defeated in the GOP nomination.
The Martinsville Daily Bulletin remarks on international curiosities from hoverings over mustaches in Hungary to dancing bans in Freiburg and the Mount Omei visit problem in Chengtu. It notes British export shirt tail limits to China and quotes Edwin Gill on criminals, arguing crime spans classes and that enforcing building codes could be a federal move.
A Polish boy named Jan Kiepura, once barefoot and hungry in Warsaw, rises from petty work to study, then secures a debut in Halka, sings with vim, moves to Vienna and Paris, conquers New York and Hollywood, and earns global acclaim with four governments decorating him. A closing line notes rising child marriages in England and questions exemptions for dependents.
Five thousand insects have been caught and given to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, but few summer campers will notice the difference.
The government seeks to include at least one aboriginal man in its legislature. Our offer remains to lend support with experienced guidance.
A New York man celebrated his 72nd birthday by running three miles backward. He quoted Time as he marked the milestone, noting the fleeting nature of life and endurance.
Fred N. Tate addressed local high school students on career skills this morning. A junior high concert tonight directed by Miss Virginia Frank will showcase student instrumental music for parents. City fire department members enjoyed a chicken supper at headquarters last night.
In New York May 18 Harper Holt and wife Emily, once lawyers, grew rich via Texas oil. Holt funds a two mile long harbor reclamation from Jersey City, aiming to dock ocean ships and feed freight trains, cutting City handling costs. He is seriously ill in hospital but hopeful. Actress Gertrude Lawrence gains stage success in Susan and God after a meeting with John Golden.
A Detroit paper notes plans to replace John Edgar Hoover with a press agent F P. MGM reports record box office for Test Pilot. Dewey performs at a Greater New York Fund benefit at Madison Square Garden with You Couldn t Be Sweeter. Hollywood figures, contracts and society notes thread through a brisk scene of radio and film, fashion and sport.
Mrs Matt Wall was elected secretary treasurer of the Carolina Woman's Golf association at Asheville this week. Mrs Jack Howerton has returned from a visit to New York markets. Mr and Mrs Kendall Hunter of Durham will arrive Sunday to be guests of Mr and Mrs B C Page.
American Cotton manufacturers in Richmond proposed ending night mill operations to stabilize production. Chinese nationalists near Peking faced expected armed clash. A L Brooks of Greensboro named keynote speaker for the June 14 state convention in Raleigh.
Twenty years ago High Point reports war stamp sales totaling 26787 dollars and 39 cents. A Red Cross drive aiming for 3000 dollars is to start Monday to aid relief in France as the national goal reaches 100 million. Congressman Albert Johnson of Washington will address the Main Street School auditorium Wednesday evening on efforts to relieve wounded and dying soldiers.
Dr. A. A. York of Southmont spent a few hours in the city yesterday afternoon. Miss Edna Sechrest Miss Gladys Kirkman and Miss Nina White were in Greensboro yesterday. Miss Genevieve Moore and J. Gurney Briggs will take part in a concert at Normal College Greensboro Monday evening. P. V. Kirkman left this morning for Pine where he will spend several days.
Two Irish leaders were arrested amid allegations they planned German troop landings on Irish soil. An explosion at a Pittsburgh TNT plant killed 150 people. President Wilson, via James Kearney, expressed U S solidarity with France in the war, urging every man to join in the fight for right.
California officials prohibit shooting otters off the coast, citing protection under wildlife laws after a misunderstanding about the creature’s species. The measure aims to safeguard a native marine mammal cluster and prevent illegal hunting while authorities assess enforcement.
Lucius Boomer, prominent New York hotel operator, is noted as a devoted walker who keeps to regular street clothes. His latest notable jaunt was a 26 mile Saturday walk from his Waldorf home to Mount Vernon in Westchester, a commendable feat for a city man at age 60.
Spot-jottings note the Rockefeller mansion on 54th Street is unoccupied and sad, with boarded windows though gardens still bloom. Sid Hydeman and Al reflect contrasts in temperament while Longchamps on Broadway clears front for summer trade. Neil Vanderbilt returns to air, and a Life of O O McIntyre dedication to Marie is cited. A dog panel idea grows from reader snapshots including Texarkana born John Triggs Chow, killed at seven months, yet a valued hound.
Great Britain doubles the tea tax asserting subjects enjoy representation. The statement frames a secure policy stance while implying no consent beyond formal electoral rights.
Spies reported around the Panama Canal are likely seeking new channels of information. The brief note suggests ongoing clandestine activity tied to canal security and intelligence efforts.
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