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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1938
Page
4
The excerpt cites Exodus 18 25 noting Moses appointed able men as heads over the people in ranks of thousands hundreds fifties and tens. It also attributes the view that the kingdom of God is the only monarchy free from despotism to C Simmons.
ANKHEAD predicts the wage hour bill will clear the House before tomorrow night. Supporters from New England to Pennsylvania cheer as the measure nears passage, while opponents fear an amending fight in the Senate over regional wage differentials. The rhetoric contrasts southern labor interests with northern and eastern industry anxieties. The debate cites PWA wage scales showing wide differentials from $21 to $55 monthly for common labor.
Candidate George Penny proposes a public debate among all Sixth district congressional hopefuls. He suggests dividing time for a people friendly session during the remaining campaign period, a plan unlikely to win bids as observers noted no interest. The piece hints candidates prefer private or radio formats over public gatherings in this era.
The article notes candidates travel more and speak less in public, fearing attendance shifts and audience judgment. It argues modern campaigning relies on shifting sentiment rather than strong oratory and questions whether voters believe in personal destiny versus fate, citing Presbyterian views on free will.
The article notes France and England enforcing a firm stance against German aggression toward Czechoslovakia. It reports Czech elections proceeding in peace though war clouds loom. It weighs potential German decisions, allied reactions, and the likelihood of broader conflict in Europe.
Southern Presbyterians at Meridian voted to remove from the ancient creed the assertion that God predestines some to life and others to death. The change passed by 151 to 130, reflecting a shift toward allowing human latitude in eternal destiny and evangelization.
Mrs. Frank J. Sprague recounts how Frank Sprague studied electricity without a school, built a horseless streetcar, faced Jay Gould, and in Richmond created the first commercial electric streetcar line. By 2 years 200 cities adopted electric lines, Sprague died 1934 and is buried at Arlington. Boys should pursue determined goals to achieve success.
Historic royal status by title remains in effect across Navy Army and Air Force but no pay accompanies these ranks critics call it rank slavery highlighting constitutional oddities and exemptions. The comment notes public concern over the financial and honorary allowances tied to sovereign titles.
Northwestern University students exempt themselves from recitation while teachers demand the same protection. The piece casts the policy as a joke about burdens of instruction and student conduct.
The district attorney announced a ban on Ernest Hemingway's To Have And Have Not in Detroit stating some books could be accessible while this title would be unavailable. They cited unspecified reasons for restricting the text.
A Michigan man convicted of passing a counterfeit ten dollar note reportedly began his crimes by passing notes in class. The remark links early conduct to the later offense, highlighting a focus on youth and crime prevention in schools.
A Boston woman files for divorce claiming her husband would not give her a dime for carefare. She notes alternative in New York where the subway costs a nickel, implying financial strain and mobility concerns.
In Washington a New Deal debate contemplates action against radio commentators, with rumors of a draft or backup plan. Congressman Wolcott compares retiring aging mules to Congress members, while Maverick argues against retiring mules for military service, citing Justice Van Devanter and army discretion in current policy.
A single day campaign by community chest workers raised 33337.78. Rain measured at 1.5 inches drenched High Point from 7 PM yesterday to 7 AM today. Mayor Davis plans to move to his new home at Woodrow and Bain avenues. Local notes include Tom Wearns visiting New York and Mrs. C. H. Rhodes returning from Detroit. President Coolidge vetoed the farm relief bill. An explosion in the Black Mountain Coal mine Kentucky killed seven. Richard H. Wright of Durham donated 250000 to Louisburg College for an auditorium and endowment.
May 23 diary of Charles B. Driscoll reflecting on students, teachers, and local life. The entry recalls memory of school friends Art Stadtman and Grove Stuckey, incidents with teachers, and a critique of changing New York avenues as housing shifts spread through Park Avenue Riverside Drive and West End.
Washington reports say Roosevelt era officials worry about radio time used by critics. White House officials seek to curb paid propaganda on sponsored programs while avoiding formal censorship. The GPO draft questionnaire rumor is likely unfounded according to informed sources.
A Capitol guide suggested Mount Vernon as a nearby sight but the tourist, having crossed 19 states and climbed many mountains, declined further sightseeing. The exchange captures a brief, humorous moment amid Washington sightseeing.
The passage notes rumors of pre war prints and German bacteriological war fears in Britain. It discusses American and British tensions and a Kentucky Congress bill by Harlan to sell worn army horses and mules to junk dealers unless humane standards are met, blocked temporarily by Crawford.
More than 850 women work as rural mail carriers and hold other government roles such as irrigation engineer, blacksmith helper, senior airplane mechanic, surveyor’s rodman, chainman, submarine inspector, and lighthouse keeper.
Grace Nell Crowell is selected as the American Mother of 1938, hailed for upholding old-fashioned religion at home. The announcement emphasizes the value of faith and family traditions in domestic life.
Excerpts quote peace will come from facing facts not joining societies. Governor Frank Murphy addresses unemployment youth. Warden Lewis Lawes comments on crime prevention. William Allen White muses on Kansas weather potential to indicat e hallelujah.
Voters show openness to a female U S president following Mrs Roosevelt remarks. The note cites President H C Byrd of the University of Marquee as an influenced observer after the speech.
A fragment notes a discovery of platinum in Colorado raising questions about mining, labor and union implications for miners led by John L. Lewis. The piece hints miners may shift focus from coal to platinum, risking less reliance on union strength.
A Colorado man proposes bombing tornadoes while jokingly claiming the thrill is in grabbing them by the tails and untwisting. The Farmingdale raid dubbed black-out shows the U S adopting European war conduct and signals growing aerial confidence.
Dr J Clyde Turner pastor of First Baptist Greensboro will give the commencement sermon for Greensboro High School graduates on Thursday May 30 at 11 am Congressman Albert Johnson of Washington state praised the Red Cross as a great organization second only to the US government in global scope A 65 gallon whiskey still was found and destroyed in Randolph county Shepherd Mountain section by two revenue agents along with additional kegs and gallons Two white men were arrested George Lowe sails for Fort McPherson Ga to join Maj J W Longs hospital unit David T Yow becomes driver for Greensboros new White truck in the fire department R R King Greensboro attorney was in the city this morning
The brief warns every man of draft age must work or face punishment. American aircraft are active at the front as the war continues. James Cobb, a Black man, was lynched at Cordele, Georgia, early today. Captors described a lab escapee animal as rabbit-faced and frog-voiced, a guinea pig with implausible traits.
Nassau announces the purchase of books from the former Czars as fathers fret over Harvard's Communist faculty members and Princeton acts swiftly to capitalize on the moment.
A formerly friendly boxing bear, injured in an auto accident, becomes aggressive and roams attacking people. Report suggests victims should take precautions after the incident.
A lost girl wandering Grand Central is calmed by a Travelers Aid worker after a missed train. The piece notes Travelers Aid staff keep travelers safe and comfortable amid busy schedules and frequent arrivals.
The writer notes that managing a comfortable income enhances a man's glamour and appeal for romance. The piece discusses financial steadiness as a factor in social success and romantic prospects.
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