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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1930
Page
4
Reflects on faithfulness and truth as the most sacred human excellences, contrasting biblical resolve with classical philosophy. Cites Revelation and Cicero to frame virtue as core moral strength. A compact meditation on steadfast character.
The plan to merge county home facilities in Clay, Graham, and Cherokee aims to build a shared campus with a hospital and housing for indigent elderly residents. State official R Eugene Brown cites potential cost savings and broader humane care, noting Virginia’s lower per capita costs under consolidation.
Duke University defeated the University of North Carolina 15 to 2 in baseball last week. Seven Duke players have signed with big league teams, six entering the majors and one going to the Sally League. Coombs, former big leaguer and Duke coach, is credited with guiding the strong Duke outfit that impressed scouts.
Josephus Daniels labels the Hoover administration wet and cites a Morrow statement as proof. The piece argues the conclusion is weak and not the president’s responsibility for Morrow’s views, urging better evidence before accusing Hoover of lax enforcement of prohibition.
The article critiques President Hoover era enforcement pace and moves sought by Congress. It argues transfers of enforcement from Treasury to Justice, and questions Mr Morrow's stance versus administration faith. It warns that careless public talk undermines leadership and political prospects.
The article from Women's Home Companion, cited by Hazel Rawson Cades, argues sun tanning ages skin and lowers desire for sunlamps and beach resorts. It predicts reduced interest in tanning as women choose guarded beauty and health over exposure, noting older or sickly looking skin worsens with sun.
Sergeant Alvin York, famed World War I hero, slated to give the commencement at Rutherford College. The piece notes the persistent myth of him acting alone to rout machine gun nests and capture 232 prisoners, contrasting it with his own account of a patrol of seventeen men under a sergeant.
The piece recalls a political flare when Rev. Mr. Burchard at a Blaine dinner used the phrase Rum Romanism and Rebellion to label Cleveland’s supporters. Blaine avoided affirming or denying the remark to avoid inflaming hostility, a moment highlighted in Dr. Delia Dixon Carroll’s critique.
Bruce Catton argues against alarm over the London naval treaty and Japan. He cites Secretary Stimson and Admiral Pratt explaining cruiser builds and tonnage gaps, urging confidence in Pacific relations and downplaying fears of Japanese deception.
High Point College trustees plan a 2 p m meeting to decide on next year’s finances and staffing. They postponed selecting a new president and faculty last week amid financial strain and bond-issue hopes, with local and outside candidates discussed. The committee report on plans for next year is expected, along with possible resignations and the president’s report.
Charles A. Hines state campaign manager for F M Simmons says Simmons will win renomination by a big majority in a near future primary. C L Shuping Bailey manager calls Hines statements propaganda and says Bailey supporters expect a large Bailey victory. The primary is under three weeks away as Piedmont area leans Bailey.
Christian Cagle, a U S Military Academy football player, seeks resignation to pursue coaching and bond selling. Authorities refuse. his hidden marriage violates rules, and he is discharged automatically. The case stars a talented athlete but leaves a sour note given over $4000 spent on his education and his bond to serve as an army officer.
International Studio Magazine notes Americans spent over 250 million dollars on art last year, the highest by a nation. About 160 million went to contemporary works while one third funded old masters. Editorial says living artists receive top recognition and pay.
Rev T A Sykes delivered at Central Friends church on Pentecost and Evangelism. He urged spreading the good news through the spirit of God within people, citing Jesus and his ordinary followers as examples. He urged Christians to live the Christ way to lift humanity and broadcast the good news through personal witness.
In Evanston Illinois yesterday a routine intersection scene drew engine and ladder company patrol wagon and accident bureau to mediate Edwini Sedlacek and Mrs Sedlacek. The couple argued but the police escorted them to the station for a calm talk. They later went home arm in arm smiling.
In Istanbul sailors report American Mediterranean cruise passengers drink little on voyages from New York. A ship bar steward says 200 drinks sold to 400 passengers in a month, about half a drink per passenger, with other crews noting weak business. He blames the tendency on mostly quiet elderly American travelers.
Verden, Germany reports Johann Rose, a 25 year old fire chief, dazzled by applause and used his badge to command. He set several fires to appear heroic, was arrested and convicted, and will serve four years in prison as a guard.
A family of kittens was found in the White House and may be one of the lost litters Senators Johnson is searching for. The discovery adds to a public interest saga surrounding pet care and congressional attention.
If the vogue started by Dartmouth students for wearing shorts catches on, the ladies may reciprocate the interest men have shown in their college.
The Elm Street Parent-Teachers Association will meet at the school Tuesday at 7 30 PM to elect officers for next year. A second grade play directed by Miss Gertrude Hughes and Mrs W G Kirkman features 100 children.
The Soviet football squad recently denied permission to tour England was likely superior to English players in Russian, suggesting higher skill in native language talent than local homegrown players.
Dr. Louis B. Wright of the UNC English department will travel to England in June to finish gathering material for a book on the culture and literature of the English middle class during the Renaissance.
Miss Minnie Hall of Cumberland county has not missed a day or class period in nine years. A senior at Campbell College, she previously walked three and a half miles daily to Bethany Rural School near Stedman. She also partially financed her college life by working in the dormitory kitchen.
Brevard Institute will hold commencement exercises from May 25 to May 29. Dr. Allen H. Godbey of Duke University will deliver the baccalaureate sermon. Judge Carl B. Hyatt of Buncombe County Juvenile Court will address the senior class.
Two church services featured performances by the Boys' Glee Club of the junior high school at the morning session. Rev T C Johnson preached on The Shadow of the Almighty urging trust as cure for care and suggesting more activity to ease worry. In the evening High Point college music department offered solos by C L Gray and Margaret Opal Neese and a violin solo by Dorothy St Claire.
At a May 19 joint meeting in Chapel Hill the Dialectic and Philanthropic societies declared the Democratic party not responsible for Judge John J. Parker's Supreme Court defeat. Both bodies had supported Parker when first announced by President Hoover.
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