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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1938

Page

4

Capus M Waynick obituary at High Point Enterprise

Obituary note from High Point Enterprise for Capus M Waynick details the life and death of a local figure, highlighting his connection to the newspaper and his impact on the community.

One God the Father and Christ Through Whom All Are

A concise reflection on monotheism from Corinthians and a Joubert aside. It contrasts knowing God freely with defining Him, noting all things originate in God and through Jesus Christ.

God Father Jesus Christ

The Third House Lobbying In Raleigh Described

A Raleigh correspondent argues the third house a term for lobbyists never truly adjourns. Lobbying persists through campaigns and sessions, with registration only revealing some names and employers. Open advocacy before committees differs from covert influence which demands close scrutiny to safeguard legislation.

AR Raleigh Assembly Raleigh Secretary of State Third House

Tobacco allotments strain tenant farmers and toll relief requests grow

Farmers in the tobacco belt say the crop control act fails to aid tenant growers who lose allotted acreage and face unemployment. Dare Hyde Tyrrell and Washington counties press the Highway Commission to remove ferry tolls and pave key links, while state funds already favor eastern and Piedmont routes. The commission studies the requests, weighing costs against broader road benefits.

Tobacco Belt Dare Hyde Tyrrell Washington State Highway Commission Piedmont Albemarle Sound Alligator River Croatan Sound Oregon Inlet

Growth shifts as truck growers clash with tobacco tenants

The New Bern area saw a meeting of truck growers protesting dispossessed tobacco tenants invading their field of operations. Increased acreage and labor threaten to swamp the market with surplus production as debates over legal crop limitation begin to reveal weaknesses in the system.

New Bern

Republicans eye large midterm gains in House and Senate

The piece forecasts Republicans could gain 60 to 80 seats in the House and four in the Senate in the November elections, but even a big haul would not give a working majority without conservative Democrats. It notes James A. Farley’s cautious stance on a too-large Republican bloc and flags anti Neutrality Act critics.

House U.S. Senate Congress James A. Farley Farley

Neutrality and labor clash in wartime policy debate

The piece argues writs should target aggressors and urges a true international neutrality act. It critiques inconsistent U S neutrality and warns that labor, wage, and regional cost differences complicate a single national wage law. It notes potential issues with the Wages and Hours bill and required adjustments.

Pennsylvania North Carolina Congress

The Bravest Among Us Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson

A reader letter extols perseverance through disability citing Sir Walter Scott who rose after ruin to finish two novels despite illness and a failed publishing venture. It also recalls Robert Louis Stevenson writing under great pain and blindness, noting his wit and courage amid poverty.

Sir Walter Scott Walter Scott Napoleon Robert Louis Stevenson McNaught Syndicate

Petree Rides to Washington Aims to Share Math Solution

O. A. Petree, former mathematics professor, bicycles to Washington to present a solution for the nation’s low mood to President Roosevelt, seeking a tax-free plan and public interest.

O. A. Petree Washington Roosevelt

Missouri man confesses desertion during Spanish American War

A 61 year old Missourian admits desertion from the army in the Spanish American War. He seeks to clear his record to obtain a pension.

Walter Winchell On Broadway Predictions and Rumors Bloom

A column lists speculative forecasts from Walter Winchell on Broadway touching politics entertainment and technology. It cites potential cabinet changes film plans aviation trends and social shifts framed as inevitabilities for coming years with many named figures and entities.

Walt Disney's next step in mixing live actors with cartoons

A fragmented forecast lists various entertainment and political predictions including Disney merging live action with animation, a future extinction claim, Dewey not GOP governor nominee in New York, Wagner not Democratic candidate, Connie Boswell rising in CBS reviews, Justices McReynolds and Cardozo retiring, a fall business upswing, a telephone secretary device, Joe Louis defeating Schmeling, and fewer columnists by fall or New Year.

D. A. Dewey N. Y Wagner Connie Boswell CBS McReynolds and Cardozo Supreme Court Biz Execs The Voice Mirror Joe Louis Max Schmeling

Millis Re elected Uwharrie President as Pilcher Leaves High Point

At a Uwharrie council meeting H A Millis was chosen president for the sixth straight year. P P Pilcher ends his High Point city manager tenure this afternoon and will vacation in Richmond before taking Salisbury duties. Democratic precinct meetings are set for tomorrow at 2 PM. The Twins swept the Pointers in baseball 5-3 and 10-8 yesterday.

Uwharrie Council Boy Scouts H. A. Millis P. P. Pilcher High Point Twins

Local Notables Return From Visits Across States

Mrs A Matton has returned from an extended visit to Charlotte. Miss Ruth Moffitt returned yesterday from Spartanburg South Carolina. Miss Katherine Huske returned home in Fayetteville after a visit to Miss Ruth Bowne. On Wednesday evening Mrs T C Johnson entertained members of the High Point College faculty.

Congress Passes Muscle Shoals Measure to Run Plant

Congress approves government operation of the Muscle Shoals nitrate plant to manufacture nitrate and supply power. President Hoover gains support from 134 lawmakers. A West Alabama storm leaves about 200 families destitute as it sweeps across the region Tuesday.

Congress Muscle Shoals Herbert Hoover West Alabama

Fire damages Broadway theatre in High Point

Twenty years ago the Broadway theatre, one of two showing pictures in High Point, suffered a morning fire at 4 o clock. Estimated damage ranged from four to five thousand dollars, mostly to fixtures. David Bones owned the building, Arnold Huff was the lessee. Rev James E Clarke of First Baptist church will speak at a Sunday mass meeting of Negroes at the Negro Methodist church on war and Red Cross needs.

Broadway High Point David Bones Arnold Huff James E. Clarke First Baptist Church

Return of Miss Marguerite Kirkman Adds Local News

Miss Marguerite Kirkman returns from Converse college to enjoy a vacation at home. Mrs F J Sizemore and her son Frank Jr depart to Winston Salem for a two week visit with friends and relatives. Lewis F Bennett of Greensboro visits High Point for a few days before military service. Mr and Mrs Homer Wheeler stay at a fishing club in Moore County for a short break.

Marguerite Kirkman Converse College F. J. Sizemore Frank, Jr Winston-Salem Lewis F. Bennett Greensboro High Point Homer Wheeler Moore County

British transport Moldavia torpedoed off England

The British transport Moldavia was torpedoed and sunk off the southern coast of England on Tuesday. Fifty three American soldiers aboard the transport were killed. Three German sailors were sentenced to death in England for attempted treason. Mexico severed diplomatic relations with Cuba amid war tensions and mandated measures affecting Cuba.

Moldavia England Mexico Cuba

Paramount Gothic and Sea Lodge Backdrops of New York Day

Charles B Fecha sl Driscoll reports on the Paramount building’s gilded facade and wind blown clock in Times Square, noting its architectural excess. He also describes artist Edward A Wilson moving to a seaside cottage, and sketches of Washington Street and East River waterfront life, including Egyptian and Middle Eastern eateries like the Nile restaurant and Son of the Sheik.

New York Bronway Hollywood Harry Thaw Paramount Times Square Levent Avenue Edward A. Wilson Wilson Win Heart Ca Cod Tru Mass Washington Street West Street Manhattan Syria Nile

Epouse of Interim Poster Published in Cairo

A poster from Cairo promotes a film titled Epouse of Interim. The mixed French and Syrian phrases on the notice describe a dramatic scene with a villain and heroine, suggesting a lively yet dark mood.

Cairo

Egyptian and Syrian phonographs and Turkish sesame foods advertised

The window displays portable phonographs with full directions, and items include Egyptian and Syrian records, pictures of Oriental and Near Eastern performers, Black Sea cigars, lentils, aniseed, sesame seeds, pignolia nuts, and Sesame Tahir from Turkey. A neighborhood scene shows a laughing mother with dark-skinned children leaving passageways to the tenement courtyards before shopping for groceries.

A. al D. Zirke & Co Turkey

Armenian Restau Menu Contains Mixed Delights and Spelling Oddities

A posted menu from an Armenian restaurant lists items like Mixed Vegetable Salad pelafi Baked Kibbah Kousah Stuf Yabsak Greap Leave. Some words appear misspelled or garbled, leaving question how much is foreign phrasing versus typos.

Veiled Orie Advertisements Highlight Local Pastry and Cookies

A Near East neighborhood features Al-Hooa publishing in several pages with pictures of veiled Orie women promoting pastries and candies. It notes neat, inexpensive treats including pink shredded pastry and dated cookies sold at low prices.

Near East Al-Hooa Maiity Orie

Tribal Custom in Papua Bans In-Law Talk

natives in British New Guinea observe a tribal rule where ba mothers-in-law are prohibited from addressing their daughters-in-law. the practice reflects local customs and social norms within tribal communities.

Papua British New Guinea Radio

WPA Chief Harry Hopkins Considered for Matrimonial Move

Four Republicans greet the idea as Harry Hopkins weighs a personal project and funding it with his own money. The report notes Hopkins and his plans draw attention among party members during a period of political maneuvering.

WPA Harry Hopkins Mr. H.kins

Also Mentioned on This Page

High Point Enterprise Terry J Presiden D. A. Rawley Sec'y Treas Hammett A. Cecil J. P Rawley Capus M. Waynick Associated Press N. C Joubert America Dale Carnegie Walter Winchell Daily Mirror, Inc Cummings Alice Brady Marshal von Frisch Hitler Frank Fay Bert Wheeler Gallagher and Shean Casa Manana Ken Lew Brice Fuehrer Hague Jersey City Henry Wallace New Deal Donald Budge Fay Bainter Lloyd Douglas WPA Sca Bing Crosby Anthony Eden Rotary League of Nations Screen Actors Guild Il Duce Secretary of Commerce Roper Jackie Coogan Katie Hepburn Scarlett G.W.T.W Yankees Rockefellers Los Anles Tammany Janet Cha U. S Hartman Myron Brinig Bri New York Stock Exchange Admiral Edward Evans Mussolini Haile Selassie Abyssinia France Sultan of Morocco Japan Dewey Dietrich Frank Capra Walt Disney Charles B Fecha Driscoll’s
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