Governor Defends 1931 General Assembly Achievements
Governor Gardner champions the 1931 General Assembly noting acts on road building local government reform and education. He argues the assembly clarified state subdivision relations improved administration reduced costs and avoided heavy property taxes though future financing remains uncertain. Revenue projections may disappoint but optimism persists.
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Gardner
General Assembly
North Carolina
Raleigh
Peculiarly Fortunate Graduating Class At High Point High
A large group of graduates completes courses at High Point High School receiving certificates. The class is described as fortunate due to stable salaries and teaching staff, good conditions, and continued facilities despite later changes. The district highlights include the beautiful school building and ample resources provided for their training.
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High Point High School
High Point High School Graduates Shine in 1931
City authorities face a pivotal choice to sustain the school system that supports the thriving student body. The piece commends the graduates and underscores the need for collective sacrifice and prudent planning to preserve an essential civic asset and the welfare of High Point.
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High Point
Health Board and Its Chairman Elected in North Carolina
The health board elected Dr John T Burrus as president after his appointment to the board. Governor Gardner appointed him, and the board should support the executive secretary. Dr Jacocks declined the directorship, and Dr J M Parrott of Kinston was elected to lead the work, bringing strong local familiarity.
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John T. Burrus
State Board of Health
Burrus
Gardner
Board of Health
Jacocks
J. M. Parrott
Kinston
North Carolina
Far East
Parrott
The Adventure of the Balloonists
The article recalls the balloonists exploring ten miles up in central Europe and returning alive in an air tight gondola. Prof. Auguste Piccard predicts 400 mph can be reached in higher air and crossing the Atlantic may outpace Lindbergh, underscoring science driven daring and future flight possibilities.
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Europe
Auguste Piccard
Atlantic
Lindbergh
Local Court and Judge Teague’s Reappointment Endorsed
The bar endorses Judge Lewis E. Teague for continued service as Municipal court judge. He has presided since creation and earned high regard for judicial temperament and sound decisions. The piece urges vigilance as the court grows in notice within the city.
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Lewis E. Teague
Humphreys
Teague
City court fees fall short of operating costs by twenty five thousand
City officials say the court’s convenience value is high but annual fees lag operating expenses by about 25 000. They sought a statute to fix costs. although not enacted, the costs assessed were legalized to bolster the citys claim on the county for half the costs of trials leading to penal labor.
Sunday Meditation by Charles Haddon Nabers at First Presbyterian
The Enterprise runs a Sunday meditation by Charles Haddon Nabers D D ministering at First Presbyterian Church. The message reflects on faith, prayer, and community in a contemplative religious feature.
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Charles Haddon Nabers
First Presbyterian Church
The Man With a Vision
Discussion of vision drawn from scripture and history. References to Joseph, Daniel, Paul, Jesus, Luther, Livingstone, and other figures highlight vision as seeing beyond the present and pursuing noble ends. The piece contrasts vision with mere seeing and urges personal dedication to high aims and leading others to summit ideals.
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Joseph
Old Jerusalem
Joel
Daniel
Jesus
Paul
Uffizzi Gallery
Florence
Henry Clay
Clay
Lincoln
Roosevelt
Edison
Mark Twain
William James
John Dewey
Kipling
Tennyson
Ulysses
Earth
Paul Revere
Martin Luther
Livingstone
Africa
Jerusalem
Emmaus
God
John
James
William
Scott
Robert
What I Would Do With a Million Dollars contest notes
Excerpts reveal ideas for donations and projects such as a public library, housing for the elderly and needy, a cozy modern home, a large filling station with free meals, and trips abroad. The piece shifts to vignettes of street life and a church assembly with remarks on missions and a judicial case involving Dr. Smith as planning proceeds for Monday morning.
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Europe
Monte Carlo
William Crowe
D. D
St. Louis
Hugh B. Fleece
Louisville
Dr. Smith
J. S&s
Movement to Teach Free Farming to Canadian Boys
A Canadian effort aims to educate boys in farming without charge. The initiative appears to be expanding and gaining traction as it grows from its initial steps.
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Canada
Dorothy Sees Guardsman as All American Lineman
Dorothy views a national guardsman as an exceptional football lineman, highlighting his notable work on the line and his all American distinction.
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Dorothy
Hoover Speech Endures Heat as War Veterans Honor Him
President Hoover spoke at a Philadelphia Union League club gathering and toured Valley Forge state park. He endured heat while delivering remarks and received a portrait gift from Greek artist Pilides Costa as veterans and Mrs. John T. Myers saluted the chief executive.
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Tillery National Guard
Philadelphia
Union League Club
League
Pilides Costa
Valley Forge
Park Commission
Washington
Emergency
Hoover
John T. Myers
Lincoln
Gettysburg
Blind man masters six languages despite handicaps
Grateful private citizens praised a Raleigh educated man who has learned six languages. He expressed gratitude for kindness shown by the community and for the opportunities his schooling provided.
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Raleigh
Dozen Accidents In Race Lead To Minor Smashups
In a crowded race multiple drivers escaped serious injury. Harry Butcher of Wilmington was first to crash into a wall, with Fred Winnai of Philadelphia Deacon Litz of Dubois and Phil Pardee of Los Angeles also involved in minor collisions. Gulotta Arnold and Johnson also had minor incidents as a wheel flew loose from Arnold's car.
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Harry Butcher
Wilmington
Ill
Fred Winnai
Philadelphia
Deacon Litz
Dubois
Phil Pardee
Los Angeles
Gulotta
Arnold
Johnson
Speedway Crash Claims Young Spectator At Indy
An 11 year old concession worker Billy Brink was killed when a wheel from Arnold's damaged car flew over a retaining wall during the 500 mile race at Indianapolis. Arnold himself had a fractured hip and Burns while riding mechanic Spider Matlock suffered a dislocated shoulder and burns.
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Indianapolis
Arnold
Billy Brink
Spider Matlock
Wage Reductions Are Not General
Findings of a seven year survey of U S wage conditions show little evidence of widespread wage rate reductions. Actual weekly earnings fell in 1930 versus 1929, though utilities and railroads posted higher earnings. The curtailment of hours at work lowered earnings across many industries.
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New York
United States
National Industrial Conference Board
Matrimony Sweeps Eight Faculty Members Soon
Four Bay street and Cloverdale School teachers have announced engagements and marriages in a season of many postschool vows. Officials note extra engagements and few resignations, easing the 1931 32 faculty staffing.
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Dan Cupid
Charlotte Nelson
Raleigh
Bay Street
Beatrice Warner
Staunton
Brentwood School
Martha Pierce
Beaufort
Valeria Moore
Scotland Neck
Cloverdale
Presbyterian Assembly Debates Complaints and Alliances
The Commission considered legal aspects only and did not hold a trial. The general assembly declined to sever relations with the Lord's Day alliance of the United States. Overtures from East Hanover Virginia and Red River Louisiana were deemed not to justify downing its own child. Rev. S. L. Morris presented the ad interim plan for pastorate changes amid pastoral unrest.
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General Assembly
Standing Committee On Judicial Business
Synod of Arkansas
Hay Watson Smith
Lord’s Day Alliance
United States
East Hanover
Red River
General Assembly of
Presbyterian Church In
F. D. Vanwinkle
Covington
S. L. Morris
Atlanta
Schneider Takes Lead in Rain Drenched Race Near 300 Miles
Arnold waved a yellow flag as drizzle paused only briefly while the field battled to keep position. Schneider charged from within three laps of the leader, led late, and made a single pit stop after 272 miles to fuel and change a rear tire. Accidents and mechanical failures felled Cantlon Duray Meyer before 300 miles.
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Schneider
William
Shorty) Cantlon
Detroit
Leon Duray
Louis Meyer
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