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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1927
Page
4
Quote by Sir Walter Scott reflecting on loneliness and the sense of solitude that follows the loss of close companions. It contemplates internal reflection and the enduring ache of absence in friendship.
The excerpt presents Wordsworth's sonnet praising London at dawn from Westminster Bridge. It evokes a calm, majestic cityscape as ships towers domes theaters and temples appear in pristine air. The speaker marvels at the sunlit beauty and the river's quiet flow over the city.
The planning and zoning commission and city council weigh how flexible zoning should be to boost development along North Main street to Montlieu avenue over the next decade. Inspectors study market values and future growth while avoiding overrestrictive rules that could hinder desirable change.
The article argues that Charles M. Schwab's $2,500,000 New York residence will be torn down to make way for an apartment building or other structure. It laments urban changes eroding single family estates on the island and criticizes the fate of great houses, noting the high costs and short lifespans of elite properties in America.
The text notes millions of American families moving residences yearly and many into new buildings. It observes ongoing improvements as old structures are replaced and a distinct American architecture emerges in larger cities due to business pressures and urban development.
A discussion notes that North Carolina theaters and others show Tunney Dempsey fight films with uninterrupted projection. It argues federal law against fight films hinges on interstate transport and that enforcing it at state lines is futile. The piece suggests film rights and boxer income rise if authorities clamp down at source.
The article cites Lawrence D. Tyson, a Tennessee senator and native of North Carolina, praising the state’s progress. It notes substantial gains in education and overall advancement since sixty years ago, arguing North Carolina has kept a rapid, credible pace without exaggeration, affirming the enduring worth of its people and property.
The piece notes ongoing uptrend in trade with solid conditions from manufacturers and retailers. Cabinet members including Hoover forecast unruffled prosperity, with improved hiring and strong buying. The public remains confident, signaling the first essential to lively business for the coming winter and 1928.
A lighthearted note features a motorist who was fined for speeding then unexpectedly wins a local Atlantic City beauty pageant. The piece alludes to prize ideas inspired by Schubert’s unfinished symphony and aims for a playful comparison to classical sculpture.
A playful column notes how non smoking men imply a wild partner, cites statistics about people drinking heavily before dying, and jokes that Americans returning from abroad are more adept at buffet lines than weathering storms.
A brief note states that in Mexico the act of voting will lead to survivors being deemed elected. The sentence implies a specific electoral rule or outcome, highlighting the connection between participation and victory.
A speaker argues that meaningful prison reform hinges on sending a higher quality cohort of inmates. The comment emphasizes selection of individuals as a prerequisite to effective reform.
A quirky jumble links uneven ideas from brick masons to hens and psychology. A dated ad feel suggests buying a car now amid talk of music charming the feminine sex and occupational wages.
The report notes America is generating a surplus of crude oil and an unusual amount of empty or useless oil cans. Officials weigh waste, storage, and efficiency options for handling excess supplies and packaging.
An editorial notes that in women’s clothing there is a bold push toward the survival of the fittest concept, implying harsh standards and rapid changes in style that favor the strongest trends over practical beauty.
A New York pastor states he is unalterably opposed to religion influencing politics and asserts he will never vote for anyone who is not Protestant.
The article mourns Lena Rivers Smith a devoted Christian editor and community advocate in Charlotte. It credits her with guiding Lamplight Letters and cotton mill worker coverage in the Charlotte Chronicle and organizing notable concerts to elevate culture in North Carolina.
Thomas Turner Jr township chairman calls all Democrats to a 7 30 p m gathering tonight in a new High Point Democratic club hall above McCrorys on South Main Street Across from Cannon Fetzer Co. The event aims to elect officers and outline plans with several talks by local figures expected.
A conference led by Governor McMullen of Nebraska urged passage of the McNary-Haugen farm relief bill or a similar measure. They called for Western House members to push a rule allowing 175 petitioned bills to reach the calendar for a vote, aiming to prevent farm legislation's defeat.
Fall and Sinclair move for a new trial with a January date likely. Defense asked for more notice delaying today’s motion. Speculation centers on possible jury difficulties after dramatic events in the earlier interior secretary and oilman scandals. Lawyers say tenure change cannot be requested by either side under DC statutes.
Dr. Charles H. Mayo of the Rochester clinic argues that family doctors remain essential despite rising specialist care. They diagnose, direct patients to remedies, and reassure those who fear illness. The piece recalls the comforting, personal role of the family physician through decades of service.
The North Carolina Textbook Commission has sent its recommendations to State Superintendent A. T. Allen for action by the State Board of Education. Adoptions cover language health and grammar and become effective in September 1928 with price bids to follow after selections. Series on reading and spelling予定 next year.
Washington reports say grand jury inquiries into the Fall Sinclair oil conspiracy case broaden with new paths, delaying jury actions. D A Peten Gordon and assistants meet with jurors, a surprise witness from New Mexico appears, and juror number eleven Keptwell testifies amid renewed publicity following yesterday’s mistrial.
Ravensford lumber camp near Bryson City faced measles and diphtheria but officials claim families are not destitute. About 50 to 60 of 500 workers moved to planing mill and lumber shipping while the camp may close permanently in the Smoky Park area.
A three day blizzard along the Continental Divide traps about 75 motorists at Medicine Bow Wyoming and strands tourists at Laramie and Rock Springs. A bus overturn injures several, another bus driver is burned, passengers flee into the snow and are taken to Medicine Row with no serious injuries reported.
Miss Ada Ward a salesgirl at Efird s injured yesterday afternoon at 6 30 in an automobile accident at Lindsay street and the Boulevard in High Point She was taken to High Point hospital with a minor cut on the shoulder and arm bruises She was later moved to her parents home 3 1 2 Boulevard where she remained today The car she rode in collided with another turning into Boulevard
Margaret Marsh of High Point brings a $6,000 damage suit against Newton Martin in Superior court alleging he seduced her in 1923 when she was a minor in Surry county and promised marriage but refused to marry or support the child. case moved to High Point Municipal court for trial as Superior court docket is cleared.
George H. Moore of Winston-Salem filed a federal district court petition for personal bankruptcy. Debts total 31,904.94 with 22,905 secured and 8,130 unsecured. Assets total 16,080 with 500 exemption claimed. Real estate valued at 15,025.
A home tip explains that storing brightly colored candles in the ice box for several days prevents bending or dripping as they burn. The method preserves candle integrity and maintains neat lines while in use.
In Charlotte on November 3, AP reports Rural Policeman Henry Moseley is in critical condition after a battle with liquor runners and bootleggers. Romeo Padgett, wounded, is convalescing and likely to delay trial. Brother Charlie Padgett is at large. The clash followed Charlie's arrest with a liquor shipment at a sister’s home.
Raleigh Nov 3 AP In corporations formed Dorian Music Co Inc of Biltmore to run a music store with 100000 authorized capital and 50000 subscribed stock by H O Miller Biltmore L B Dorian Asheville F A McCleneghan Charlotte Southern Wholesale Corporation of Winston-Salem to operate a wholesale merchandise business subscribed 1000 by Charles M Phelps JR and William Porter of Winston-Salem Leaksville Rental Agency Inc of Leaksville to run a general rental agency authorized capital 5000 subscribed 100 by W J Patterson H C Pace and J E Patterson of Leaksville
Col Arthur C Goebel winner of the Dole derby from California to Honolulu announced plans to fly to Europe in a multi engine radio guided plane. He would use radio beacons along the route with beacons possibly in Newfoundland and Ireland and seeks Lieut Slattery as navigator with Capt Edwards supplying beacon tech from Wright Field Dayton. The Dawn amphibian monoplane waits for a pilot for its fourth start for Copenhagen.
A fire of unknown origin began behind the superintendent’s home and destroyed the Memorial Industrial school boys dormitory and several outbuildings three miles south of Winston Salem. Damage is estimated at 7000 dollars. Fifteen dormitory children escaped. they will be housed in the classroom building until new arrangements are made.
General Chang Tsung-Chang, Shan tung northern commander, says his forces have captured Weihwei after defeating Feng Yu-Hsiang’s troops retreating toward Sinjiang. Shantung units also seize Hsuchow in central Henan while the main army fights west of Chungmonhsien near Chengchow and a key Peking Hankow Lunghai rail junction.
A newspaper note hints at promoter Rickard launching the next historic prize fight, promising record crowds and high stakes. Details are sparse, but anticipation builds around a marquee showdown in the boxing world.
Geneva reports that France Greece Hungary Italy Portugal Yugoslavia and Switzerland joined a declaration to the international conference declaring that viticultural product prohibitions cannot be justified under the convention. They argue health grounds do not justify excluding wine and champagne from imports.
Funeral services for Dr. Charles L. Greaves pastor of Raleigh Tabernacle Baptist church and longtime Baptist leader in North Carolina were held at Tabernacle church with interment in Oakwood cemetery. Dr. Maddry Ellis and Cullom assisted in services as pallbearers from the deacons and Raleigh Ministerial association. He died suddenly yesterday after a period of apparent good health.
Milton Sills leads in a packed program at the Broadhurst with Molly O Day as his French love interest. Arthur Stone appears as both clown and dramatic figure while Mitchell Lewis delivers a major military role. George Fawcett gives a warm portrait alongside Yola d Avrill in a cafe dancer part. Wid Gunning produced for First National with Charles Brabin directing and Carey Wilson adapting Elliott White Springs tale.
Billy Wyse and his Wise Crackers opened anew at the Orpheum this week delivering an all new program. The company, on its first southern tour, featured singing and dancing with a chorus trained in the week’s steps. An entire change of program will be offered again tomorrow.
Arguments started in federal court equity action between Elizbeth City hotel corporation and Associated Hotels Inc over possession and improper operation of the Virginia Care hotel. Testimony was completed yesterday evening.
The first snow of the season fell in Wheeling West Virginia today. Apple and pear trees were blooming for the second time this year. Violets were flowering. Snow lasted about 15 minutes.
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