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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1939
Page
4
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The excerpt reflects on God lifting believers from deep trouble and shaping faith. It asserts God does not send more troubles than needed for growth, trusting His loving purpose and guidance.
The Wisconsin governor has proclaimed a National Debt Week from May 22 urging residents to deliberate on the consequences of unbridled public spending and mounting national debt. The piece notes Wisconsin’s liberal roots and questions whether this move signals a shift toward conservatism in midwestern politics.
The piece argues that John W. Hanes may resign as undersecretary of the treasury reflecting his opposition to New Deal policies. It notes his possible political ambitions, ties to S. Clay Williams and O. Max Gardner, and New York ties shaping speculation about his stance toward Roosevelt's program.
Analysis suggests Hanes may resign as he aligns with Roosevelt on taxation and federal business policy. The piece questions what more he can achieve by staying in government and notes perceived shifts in mood and influence within the administration.
The piece visits the publisher accused of Nazi libel, questions the punishment for libel, and warns against sensationalism. It argues licensing and cross border press freedoms risk spreading unfounded attacks and notes past distortions of public figures. It urges careful responsibility in publishing.
The text weighs whether federal funds should reach parochial schools run by the Catholic church. It argues that if churches educate their own children they should pay fully. It notes Baptists oppose federal aid as proposed, taking a clear position.
The Gastonia Gazette challenges public institutions and court accountability, citing the Charlotte News on miscreants evading strict penalties. It argues that in Mecklenburg and Gaston counties judges grant light punishments for drunken driving and whiskey offenses, signaling widespread NC court leniency.
A Huntingdon Pennsylvania filling station owner Frank H Drake doubles his business in three weeks by courtesy and sincere appreciation. He studies a book on handling people and changes his approach sending appreciation letters and personalized notes to customers. The tactic draws customers from as far as Harrisburg and Elmira New York, boosting sales by ten percent.
The sports rumor suggests a swap of entire rosters between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees, a move described as potentially bigger than any prior blockbuster like the Tiger Browns agreement.
An owner in South Africa advertised a 100 pound pumpkin as a free pickup item with no takers. The story notes he could have used it for pie, implying the size deterred offers.
In New York May 20 King and Queen preparations stir officials with La Guardia seeking hospitality guidance while Grover Whalen memorizes proper forms for Their Majesties. Broadway agri culturists and famous figures plot rustic summers in Bucks County and coastal estates as Schnozzola Durante recalls childhood awkwardness in a humorous anecdote.
A collage of quotes and nods to events and leaders. John Lewis condemns National Guard use in Harlan County while Vladimir Celewicz advocates Ukrainian support in Poland. Boileau, Ben Jonson, Chesterfield, Mrs. Roosevelt, and others offer reflections on virtue, beauty, peace, and society amid shifting times.
William Monahan of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce announces taking over a 300000 box surplus apple crop from neighboring Watsonville, signaling a bold plan to consume or dispose of the excess.
James Zaharias pleads for five years in prison in the United States rather than return to his homeland. He is sentenced to two years in Atlanta with deportation to follow.
The source notes a recurring practice that disrupts NY Yankees at other parks as management allegedly extinguishes lights each time the team comes to bat, creating a hostile home run atmosphere and affecting play.
North Carolina Senator R R Reynolds warns that only a shooting would silence him. He voices defiance amid political pressure and public criticism.
Rev R I Farmer spoke last night on The Fellowship of Love and Suffering at the First M P Church. About fifty nurses attended as special guests. Mrs T J Gold spent Saturday in Chapel Hill. Miss Virginia McEwen of Duke University stayed with her aunt Mrs John C Abels. Miss Gladys Thompson of NC CW faculty visited Mrs A E Taplin over the weekend.
Seven killed and eight injured in plane crashes yesterday. The Graf Zeppelin, after repairs, will sail home under her power.
R B Terry was chosen president of the High Point Baseball Association with W J Parker as vice president George R Johnson secretary W C Idol treasurer and several others as directors The note also mentions a misprinted auction wedding tale from Penny Brothers and a list of local brief items including Gray O Neil therapy J O Spencer Louise Ingram and Lt Hal Ingram updates with national political and wartime topics and a large Methodist Centenary Fund total.
President Roosevelt ordered Argentine canned beef for the U S Navy and found plenty of beef in Congress while a mirror was hung in the bak room of the British House of Commons to give women members a chance to duck votes with the old paint and powder dodge.
The Ohio legislature killed a proposed law that would have barred women from serving as barmaids. The reader quotes include Durward Hammond’s shoeless pitching tale signed by a Chattanooga baseball team, with a digressive aside on taste, surroundings, and a brother receiving his shoes.
A bridegroom, Robert Taylor, laments returning to screen work and making love to Hedy Lamarr as substitutes flood Hollywood. President Roosevelt dedicates New York's Museum of Modern Art, arguing the arts thrive only when men can be themselves.
Maisha Stein, aged 103, tells a birthday interviewer about enduring a lifelong pain spanning six decades. She reflects on resilience and memory as she reaches a milestone birthday.
Bruce Catton notes Washington seeks to leverage U S wheat subsidies at the London conference to push a possible global deal among Canada Argentina Australia and the United States. He cites recent Argentine beef embargo history and outlines U S canned beef imports, tariff levels, and coal commission upheaval.
A historic courtroom in New York hosts the first Jewish court of justice in the United States. Citizens and observers note the significance as a statement on justice and civic progress amid wartime tension.
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