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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1927
Page
4
A philosophical remark notes that punishment aimed only at outward behavior fails to reach the mind and thus hardens the offender, suggesting deeper reform requires addressing inner understanding and motives.
The author extols avoiding a sedentary life and encourages constant motion. He uses a rabbit as a metaphor for staying in motion and criticizes sitting for long periods. The piece urges open-minded social interaction and warns that chairs tempt passive behavior.
North Carolina trials challenge the mental fitness of two deceased men who left fortunes to relatives or others. Both men had solid careers and substantial wealth, and the lawsuits seek to prove they were not of sound mind when drafting their wills. Each case hinges on whether a mental lapse occurred just before writing the wills.
The High Point police department underwent a sweeping purge with the chief losing his badge and eleven officers ousted as recruits take their places. The change prompts debate on political influence versus civil service standards and whether future reshuffles will undermine efficiency.
A Maryland judge frees a woman guilty of embezzling about $20,000, sparking debate on gender and justice. The piece argues emancipation does not exempt women from equal application of laws and reflects on evolving attitudes toward crime and punishment in the wake of the Nineteenth Amendment. It also notes a Bankers Association finding that motors intrude on rail traffic, with autos and railroads each serving distinct transport roles.
The editorial urges the current administration to improve public welfare by recruiting city employees, especially police and fire, based on qualifications rather than campaign activity, and to make necessary personnel changes accordingly.
The retiring moderator Dr J W Skinner elevates science as a creator of a new world praising scientists for improving life and advancing knowledge. He cites modern science as bringing light, safer conditions, and removing toil while contrasting with church debates on science. Also notes American town patriotism and Cassis France anecdote.
Local business groups report movement between rail terminals and motor transportation firms has grown since collaboration. Both sectors benefit from shared infrastructure, with no observed harm to either.
A trend of snakeskin purses and shoes fuels a playful campaign where women mock the biblical serpent lineage, turning fashion into a subtle protest against ancient wrongdoing.
A young neighbor who plays the piano each morning at seven embodies the idea of keeping her left hand unaware of the right in daily routine.
Idea flow prompts action and growth encouraging open sharing of insights. The phrase urges immediate expression of thoughts to avoid stifling creativity and to fuel discussion and progress. It emphasizes bold communication over restraint.
A concise remark notes road billboards serve to deter draft registration by keeping attention away from mandatory service.
Police monitor a high profile Kelly murder trial in Los Angeles as movie people seek publicity, prompting concern over press agents and public attention.
Renowned actor Charlie Chaplin, famed comedian of the silent era, is contemplating leaving acting to pursue a career in the legal field, according to contemporary notices.
A witty remark on Shakespearean metaphor extended to fashion. The author jokingly claims women resemble chorus girls in attire, suggesting dramatic dress dominates society’s look.
A curatorial remark notes that in America a censor can always find a quality film. The statement reflects the tension between censorship and culture, hinting at robust media access and varied taste across regions.
A brief note discusses sharing air time and opportunities to speak up without professional status. It frames communication as accessible to anyone who wants to contribute ideas or voice concerns.
The obituary notes her death on Tuesday and portrays her as a typical leading mother of Winston-Salem. Born in Salem in Moravian faith, she lived there her entire life, upholding education, culture, and civic virtue. Her lineage and influence shaped the community and inspired future generations.
The letter from L. E. Hugh to Doctor Hibben proposes using cancelled World War debts to fund global hospitals rather than armaments. It envisions 500 torches for Woodrow Wilson and 25 million dollar interest endowments to hospitals, praising Wilson at Geneva but criticizing American politics and timing. The piece notes such ideals are noble yet unlikely in current patriotism.
Military units from Fort Bragg and western North Carolina towns gather in Charlotte for the 152nd anniversary of Mecklenburg declaration. Notables including American Legion Commander Howard P. Savage and Fort Bragg’s Major General A. J. Bowley arrive to address events. A banquet features Charles P. Summerall Kenesaw Mountain Landis. a parade and sham battle close the festivities.
Board of trustees faces June 1 meeting with no official choice for president. Candidates include Dr. McGlothlin, Dr. John E. White, and Dr. J Henry Highsmith. White may join Raleigh church, Highsmith seen as too reformist by some, while McGlothlin seen as strong fit but unlikely to leave Furman.
The Glory of the Task a pageant on women's heritage and rights will be staged tonight in the high school auditorium under the YWCA industrial department. About ninety participants include industry club members and girls from local schools with special music by Mrs. John R. Peacock and a quartet. Proceeds aid conference funds to send local industrial girls to Camp Greystone in Tuxedo and Summer Schools at Sweet Briar College.
Simone Thion De La Chaume of France led five up on Dorothy Pearson of Tunbridge Wells England at the end of the first round of the British women's open golf championship in Castlereagh County Down Ireland.
Reed Dalton Hoyt and Wash burn attorneys and bond experts of 49 Wall Street advise High Point council against remitting Welch Memorial M P church’s city street assessment. North Carolina law allows cancellation but experts warn it could affect future bond sales. council expected to keep church on the hook.
Greensboro country club pro Fred Newnham praises the High Point course praising its velvety greens and mine holes. He visits with Ernest Newnham of Augusta and Rockford to play Charlie Gray and a local amateur, posting rounds around par and a best-ball team score of 68.
Fayetteville May 19 AP More than 11000 has been distributed to farmers in Cumberland county this year for hog shipments. County Agent N B Stevens says farmers are pleased with sales and prices and plan further shipments next fall. One farmer reports selling hogs to pay his fertilizer bill and profits from strawberries.
New York May 19 AP promoter Tex Rickard announced the fifteen round heavyweight elimination bout between Jimmy Maloney and Jack Sharkey at Yankee Stadium has been postponed to tomorrow night due to unspecified reasons.
Joe Andrews, a Black man, was placed on death row in Raleigh after a Franklin County superior court conviction for assaulting the three and a half year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Stokes. He awaits electrocution on Friday July 1 following a ten minute jury verdict, with no demonstration or heavy security noted at sentencing or transfer.
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