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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1929
Page
4
A dated note from May 25 1929 presents two proverbs about laziness and idleness. It contrasts slothful sleep with hunger and likens an idle person to a watch lacking hands, attributed to Proverbs and Cowper.
A Fort Worth based airplane nearing a 200 hour endurance mark has logged nearly 15,000 miles without landing and could reach 20,000 miles with refueling strategy. The test highlights fuel logistics and motor reliability for a circumnavigation in a single flight, using a single engine for continuous operation.
The article notes farmers and grain holders doubt Congress will deliver effective farm relief. With grain in middlemen hands, a new harvest looms, and prices already slump below levels of the previous year. Wheat trades at under two thirds of last year’s price, tempering optimism for genuine relief.
The News and Observer notes travel distances shrinking as European passport holders from Raleigh reach 49 this year. It argues casual Europe trips and broadened passport traffic shrink international barriers and foster closer American world relations, predicting more cross‑cultural exchange among children.
A Ro tarian proposes an Old World club idea prompting Rotary families to swap homes for a season. American children live in European households while European children reside with American families, spreading cross cultural education.
A long time resident of Washington David H Blair is urged to return to Winston-Salem and make it his HQ but High Point is presented as the best NC base for his health and the Blair home already stands nearby. The piece argues Blair was born and raised in High Point and should make the community his permanent home.
The textile market is flooded with cotton goods manufactured in advance of demand. Prices are slashed often below cost, signaling weak profits. Mills consider a 25 percent output cut as industry profits evaporate since 1920 after wartime prosperity.
The Presbyterian and Reformed churches move toward organic union with the Southern Presbyterian church taking the lead. The Northern church has proposed junction before, but Southern resistance has lessened, signaling a likely reunion soon.
In a Virginia citizen’s letter Sir Esme Howard, the British ambassador to the United States, says he is willing to surrender extraterritorial privileges regarding whiskey. He supports American law and vows to comply with Volstead restrictions during his stay, humorously noting the embassy could become the driest spot in the country.
Ford declares wrong food as principal source of sin and crime. The remark contrasts with President Hoover’s crime commission alignment, implying policy differences on social ills and moral causes.
Bruce Catton argues romance lies in modern engineering like Detroit's new cross river bridge and Boulder Canyon dam. He says these projects show human dominance over nature and inspire hope for progress in society and human relations. He notes arithmetic critiques, public schooling trends, and Hoover administration's law enforcement commission selections with confidence in their integrity.
A quirky line requests adding two similes to a list. The first compares cold to a hot roasted peanut in a ball park. The second asserts prevention ahead of an official probe, framing caution as prudence.
The estimate notes a cow’s jaw moves about 41 000 times daily and emphasizes the animal does not speak to harm anyone.
An explorer returned with two can nibals from Africa. A test to confirm cannibalism is proposed starting with two radio entertainers. A Canadian scientist claims to have invented a mechanical heart, prompting calls to the presidents of the American and National Leagues to order cartons.
A note suggests Mussolini intends to grant top jobs to fathers of the largest families while pondering the fate of a couple with a "canary that seems almost human" in the background.
In the spring custom, the announcement informs readers that two doctors in Chillicothe Missouri are named Dye and Berry.
Amarillo attorney R H Hamilton charged with fatally shooting Tom Walton Jr his son in law on May 4 awaits a habeas corpus ruling. Evidence includes Walton shot in the back and a gun sold to Hamilton three weeks earlier. Theresa Walton Hamiltons daughter testified to her secret marriage and support for her father.
Dr Schacht faces a critical choice as German and creditor delegates clash over a euro debt settlement. The contentious terms center on Belgium reparation annuities, a German crisis moratorium, and Austria Hungary accountability. A final decision or report is expected by Monday.
The Duke de Talleyrand advised delay in marriage after his son’s emotional visit to the hospital. The prince, urged by his mother, refused to marry while so young, insisting on waiting until he is 20. Parents regret their stance yet support the choice of a partner, while doctors report little hope.
Sir Esme Howard notched into the Lynchburg report as he asserts no copy of the ambassador's letter exists and refuses comment on its contents. Carter allegedly urged President Hoover to withdraw diplomatic liquor privileges, claiming the envoy would gladly accept and strictly adhere to such a forfeiture offer.
The British ambassador, in a letter to Mr. Carter, notes that the United States grants foreign diplomats the privilege to transport and use alcohol. He says if the US suggested withdrawing this privilege, the diplomatic corps would cheerfully accept and observe it, as stated by Sir Esme Howard. The letter, signed by Michael Wright, was on British Embassy stationery.
The Fort Worth monoplane piloted by R. L. Robbins and James Kelly aims to surpass the 1509 hour 40 minute mark set by the Questiox Mark. The duo, staying near Meacham field, plan to fly until the motor fails as they chase the record for longest continuous flight.
Using washable belting inside a one piece dress strengthens the waist join. Stitch the frock to the belt at the waist to improve fit and durability. The result is a sturdier, longer lasting garment with a better drape.
Guilford College announces a one year trial of an honor system starting next fall. The honor roll will include the top ten percent of each class, with exclusions for freshmen. Seniors on five consecutive semesters on the honor roll gain final exam exemption.
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