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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1932
Page
4
A brief scripture reference from St. Mark about giving a cup of water in Christ’s name and a remark attributed to Lessing about resisting but heaven’s ways. The piece presents two concise, spiritually themed statements in a devotional tone.
An editorial argues for mandatory voting with penalties to curb demoralization and reduce machine politics. It notes many eligible High Point residents are not on registration books for the June primary and urges all citizens to register before Saturday night.
The octogenarian Davie county killer John Henry Hauser receives a new trial on technical grounds. The Supreme court grants a retrial as the state weighs options short of executing a man of advanced years. Friends and the defendant debate guilt and the best path forward.
The article discusses Herbert D. Simpson's view that State Supreme Courts should decide creditor issues for defaulting cities free of politics, and outlines North Carolina's Local Government Commission powers as a remedy. It argues democracy remains the best guard against fiscal misuse and stresses citizen participation.
The author critiques lax tolerance toward crime and public corruption in the United States. Observing the Lindbergh case and Curtis, they argue that generous mercy toward the weak has bred pity for wrongdoing, urging a firmer social code and a clear stance against criminality while recognizing the need for strong citizen values.
The Geneva conference stalls over gun size classifications with major powers at odds. Critics say the talks expose the session as a futile exercise to preserve the status quo rather than achieve disarmament while governments face broader fear of future war.
A correspondent in Raleigh argues that Governor Fountain seeks fair treatment for all classes and laborers, criticizing rivals and party politics. The letter urges working people to vote for Fountain regardless of party and asks the Enterprise editor to publish the note.
Seventy seven Doukhobors in British Columbia were sentenced to three years in the penitentiary each for running around in their birthday suits. The remark suggests relief that the incident was not in Hollywood or Canada.
Gandhi switches from his famed spinning wheel to a sewing machine hereafter while noting he trails the modern American woman who has moved beyond sewing to contract bridge.
Lawmakers move to save costs by removing polo ponies for air force training and propose skipping spur use in boots to cut wear on desks and equipment.
The article argues Congress struggles with the Economy bill, leaving only farmers likely to benefit while others face losses. It frames Congress as unable to save broader interests, spotlighting farmers as the sole apparent winners amid dispute.
A Chicago economist warns that the economy has reached a turning point and urges caution to avoid another wrong turn, signaling concern over potential downturn risks and policy impacts.
A poetic retelling of the Lindbergh kidnapping and death with an angels guided vigil. The verse recalls the March 1 crime, the ransom, the search, the burial, and the promise of divine justice and heavenly peace for the child.
The piece discusses the decline of silver prices driven by the gold standard and global coinage shifts. It cites Britain's 1920 silver melting, France Belgium and others adopting gold, and India's vast silver reserves influencing markets. Economic factors include China war conditions and the 1926 Royal Commission reforms.
Puzzle clues list of Democratic themed questions and answers covering topics from minerals to verbs and traits. The page presents a crossword style grid with labeled across and down hints and references to political figures and party terms.
The Southeastern League announced its dissolution effective immediately after president Roy G. Williams ordered disbandment. Games for Friday and Saturday were canceled as Montgomery failed to meet payroll and attendance declined across the six clubs, leaving Mobile atop the standings with 19 wins and 13 losses.
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