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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1928
Page
4
The highway commission erects white crosses on roads with brief legends where deaths occurred. Seen in hill country, these crosses aim to curb reckless driving and extend safe driving by reminding motorists of tragedy. Critics question if the somber markers spoil scenery or truly save lives.
The article discusses whether the attempted suicide of W H Lawrence, on trial for murder, signals guilt or innocence. It contrasts this with coverage of Charles Lindbergh arriving in Paris a year after his flight, boosting Franco American goodwill and influence. It also notes President Lewis E Pierson of the U S Chamber of Commerce urging production to serve society and to balance industrial power with economic liberty.
The Greensboro Daily News highlights High Point College as a local institution shaped by city support. It notes 100 High Point students enrolled, 13 local senior graduates, and active civic faculty engagement, underscoring four years of community-backed growth and home advantage.
Cyclone Mack denounces preacher meddling while discussing support for Smith and opposition to political intrusion by church leaders. The Southern Baptists and other clergy appear split on endorsements as debates over political influence persist. Mack criticizes meddling while noting its broad continuation.
The institution grows with potential to aid dramatics athletics class affairs and other intercollegiate activities. As it expands, High Point college is likely to increase its usefulness to the city and call for further support from High Point residents.
Bruce Catton recalls how in the year after World War I the sight of Lindbergh's night flight over Le Bourget Aerodrome sparked a nation worn by political divisions and economic strain. The ghostly flash became a dove of peace that stirred thousands in France and beyond.
In New York a divorce case involving the Liverights is progressing with双方 presenting arguments and witnesses. Details on custody property and alimony remain to be decided as the court reviews filings and affidavits.
Anxiety rises over whether Pennsy and Santa Fe air services will carry distinctive names like Minnehaha. The fragment hints at passenger curiosity about branding and route identity amid ongoing rail-air discussions.
A Pittsfield librarian questions claims that publishers secretly subsidize book reviewers. The author argues that honest reviews benefit publishers by credible publicity and that controlling praise would dull public interest.
A reflective essay argues that all humans possess selfish traits though some more than others. The author contends selfishness drives self preservation and progress yet can ruin relationships and broader development. He seeks self improvement through outward influence rather than solitary virtue.
The author argues that not all men are evil and that motives for the common good are often hidden behind outward actions. True virtue lies in a near perfect character whose selfishness is minuscule and barely detectable without magnification.
The speaker reflects on the humanity of men, admitting earlier idealization has faded. He asserts that understanding people means accepting ordinary human limits, preferring honest self-knowledge over pleasant illusion.
The author praises Arthur Schnitzler as a Viennese thinker who presents man in his true light to help readers assess themselves. He intends to quote several of Schnitzler’s findings that strike him most forcefully for the battlefield of life.
The text argues that people often pursue truth not to help others or seek accuracy but to validate themselves. It claims we cloak self interest in virtue to prove cleverness and redeem our ego rather than aid others.
The text contrasts relative virtues tied to cultural eras with absolutes that endure. Relative virtues include piety bravery and chastity while absolutes encompass love of truth intellectual courage and loyalty. It argues truth purifies while lies darken the sky through their influence.
A compact timeline lists key events: May 21 1780 Tories burned Johnstown New York 1852 Michigan Central Railroad opened Detroit to Chicago 1861 North Carolina seceded 1868 U S Grant nominated for presidency 1889 Harrison banned Sunday army parades 1912 Massachusetts first to ratify constitutional amendment for popular election of U S senators
A London street parade highlights Boy Scouts dedication to daily kind acts though one scout jokes about a weighty helper. The piece praises the Scouts and urges support through the Community Chest. It notes England as a pioneer in women aviators with two licensed pilots and mentions France claiming the first woman in aircraft construction.
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