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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1964
Page
3
The piece argues for moving primaries from Saturday to a weekday or Tuesday to serve voters. It contends that rural and urban residents face equal inconvenience from Saturday voting, with school closings and weekend plans adding barriers. It urges reform to reduce burdens and advance democracy.
The unexpected death of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru raises vast questions for India. He faced internal and external troubles, a strained defense setup, and strained ties with communists. Nehru’s stroke and death leave India at a crossroads as his daughter may lead a more spirit driven democracy. Voter turnout was a record 113,718,719 votes, 53.6 percent, in a non communist country, marking a significant moment.
Editorial notes Malta’s 1961 home rule charter, the disputed May 24 constitution vote, and mixed public support for independence. It tracks Britain’s shift to nuclear deterrence, Malta’s strategic NATO role, church influence, and the 1942 George Cross tribute shaping emigration policy.
The International Association of Chiefs of Police conducts a year end inquiry into persistent charges of police brutality amid civil rights protests. The study aims to assess fairness, assess police conduct, and address violence amid demonstrations in a tense society.
Washington AP reports that the nation remains tangled in questions of presidential disability and succession. Proposals from Truman Nixon and Eisenhower diverge on electing or appointing a vice president, with constitutional amendment hurdles and interparty disagreements delaying any final plan.
Notes on the News discuss why current succession law lacks force of law and how disability would transfer power. It outlines 1947 provisions placing the Speaker of the House and Senate president pro tempore as next in line, and a proposed constitutional amendment to clarify acting presidency and disability scenarios with cabinet approval and two thirds congressional checks.
North Carolina leaders note Guilford has not supplied a governor in 120 years as Richardson Preyer, a Guilford standout, earns broad support to lead the state. Zeke Ellis is praised for High Point Merchants Association work. Greensboro protests bloc voting aimed at reducing High Point representation, while Collier Ellis and Company gain national notice for store installation. The issue marks Calvin's 400th anniversary observances and NC State honors Henry A. Foscue. Primary day Saturday emphasizes voter participation.
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