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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1929
Page
4
Decoration Day and Some of Its Literature
An editorial argues for honoring all who served in war, north or south, on Decoration Day. It criticizes divisive debates over causes and calls for solemn remembrance of gallantry, preserving the American tradition and recognizing valor across regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
North Carolina
South
Confederacy
Cromwell
Stuart
America
The
Republic
Speculative excess blamed for market crashes and banking blame
The text argues that American industry is efficient yet speculating inflates paper values many times earnings. It warns the speculative structure harms the money market and blames banking authorities for the resulting turmoil and bad market temper.
The Settlement of the Reparations Question
The piece argues fixing Germany’s reparations amount will aid Europe and the U S, with America likely funding Germany’s payments to others long term. It predicts a flood of German bonds entering the U S markets, financed by bankers, potentially tying up capital. It also warns the hoped boost to American goods markets may disappoint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Europe
United States
America
Federal Reserve Under Fire by Worried Gamblers
Disappointed gamblers blame the Federal Reserve for high money rates and market unease. The piece argues the Fed is an easy target while noting it remains in an ideal position amid tensions over wheat prices and stock investments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Reserve System
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Reserve
Vigor and Expansion of Elon College
Elon College shows rapid growth under President W A Harper. The General Education Board of New York earmarks 150000 for Elon contingent on raising 600000 endowment. Elon will raise it and receive 450000 plus authorization to solicit 400000 for new buildings. Strong gifts and rebuilding boost confidence in the college’s expanding service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elon College
W. A. Harper
General Education Board of New York
Elon
North Carolina
Resignation of Mrs Willebrandt A Relief to Hoover
The resignation of Mrs Willebrandt is welcomed by some as relief for the Hoover administration though debate continues. Critics say her campaign statements intensified the contest and her approach to prohibition enforcement was more sensational than effective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willebrandt
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
Mabel Grace
Government urged to rush work to curb unemployment
The piece argues for rapid federal construction to reduce joblessness amid widespread unemployment. It calls on Hoover, Congress, state and municipal governments, and business to act now, stressing the duty to create employment with profitable wages. It condemns secrecy around the Lenroot case and urges openness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Congress
Departure Clears Way for New Set-Up
The text suggests a near certainty of welcoming change as a departure enables a clearly indicated new arrangement. It contrasts Mrs Wille Brandt’s earnest work with a harsh, tearing effect likened to tears or tear gas.
Making Tools of Toys
Bruce Catton discusses Ray Little a veteran aviator who says flying has lost its thrill as it becomes safe and routine. The essay argues that tools like airplanes will become essential weapons that Free and broaden life, transforming daily existence as humanity masters new technologies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Catton
Ray Little
San Francisco
Little
Pilot Little
East Carolina Sees Boost in Fishing Interest
A North Carolina revival in angling grows with nursery ponds planned to rear large fish for replanting depleted waters. The Wilson Chapter of the Izaak Walton League led the effort, with Wake county residents James H. Poll Jr Clyde Douglas and T L Bland building ponds. Officials expect hatchery fingerlings to stock public streams, boosting mature fish for stronger stocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Izaak Walton League
Wake County
Conservation Department
James H. Poll, Jr
Clyde Douglas
T. L. Bland
Department
Hargett
Myers Funeral at Reeds Church
Albert Lindsay Myers of Reeds Baptist Church is laid to rest in Lexington aged 86. Rev. C H Foster led services with support from Rev. R C Foster Rev J F Carter and Rev J R Miller. Survivor count includes wife Mrs Sarah Parks Myers nine children 48 grandchildren 48 great grandchildren and 105 direct descendants. He served in the Civil War with Company A 21st NC regiment. An unusually large crowd attended from the Reeds area and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Albert Lindsay Myers
Reeds Baptist Church
C. H. Foster
R. C. Foster
J. F. Carter
Waughtown
J. R. Miller
Kernersville
Myers
Myers Brothers
Reeds
Benjamin Myers
Sarah Parks Myers
21St
North Carolina Regiment
Open Letter to J Elwood Cox on Trinity Road Safety
A Trinity reader thanks State Highway Commissioner Cox for his quick reply about dust, speeding, and reckless driving on the new Trinity road. He recalls patience during road repairs and shares a local tale about a profane man who mocked Job after a train accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity
N. C
the Enterprise
J. Elwood Cox
High Point
Cox
Job
Geo. B. Craven
Russia to Use Training Ships on Caspian to Aid Homeless Youth
Russia plans to attract homeless youths to sea life by establishing training ships on the Caspian Sea. Officials say the initiative aims to provide shelter education and job pathways through naval style programs and maritime skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Caspian Sea
Memorial Day Address at Arlington by President Hoover
President Hoover delivers a Memorial Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery urging restraint in armaments, support for the Kellogg Pact, and a shift from war as policy to peaceful dispute resolution. He emphasizes reducing naval forces and pursuing defense only while honoring the Grand Army of the Republic and preserving national unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arlington National Cemetery
Virginia
Hoover
Grand Army of the Republic
United States
My Neighbor's Yard
A poem by Nancy Richey Ranson depicts a neighbor's garden in summer. Larkspur blooms, morning glories, roses, and bees fill the scene as a calm, inviting yard hosts seasonal beauty and quiet daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy Richey Ranson
Good Housekeeping Magazine
Husker crew coach after heavier men
Seattle P dispatch notes that in 15 years only four men have played both football and crew at Washington and gained power, including Ed Leader now Yale coach. It highlights Henry Wentworth, 6 feet 3 inches, 200 pounds, aiming to improve as a high jumper and potentially boost the Huskers crew to counter a California setback at Poughkeepsie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Washington
Ed Leader
Yale
Henry
Roscoe” Wentworth
Wentworth
Alvin Ulbrikson
Poughkeepsie
California
Paris Fair Draws Exhibitors From Abroad
The Paris fair, an annual trade exhibition, counts 7 392 exhibitors with 754 foreigners from 33 nations. Italy leads foreign representation with 141 exhibitors, Japan 138, Russia 49. Machinery tops the exhibits, followed by foodstuffs and building industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Japan
Italy
Russia
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M. Waynick
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Associated Press
United States Senate
East Carolina
Reeds Church
Uncle Sam
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