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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1938
Page
4
A meditation contrasts a biblical promise of healing with Schlegel’s view that every great enterprise begins with a forward step in faith. The note emphasizes belief as a catalyst for action and outcomes.
A newspaper column laments the shrinking Open Door policy as Japan asserts control in Asia, criticizing Western appeasement after Munich. It notes U S objections to Japanese moves from Hankow and argues Asia should be self-ruled, while cautioning about future price payments for peace.
The article quotes Senator Josiah Bailey railing against borrowed money and federal projects. It cites his demand that all House and Senate candidates pledge to remove public expenditures from political control and warns against party lines amid concerns about debt and influence. It also retells the inspiring story of William Bixler a 56 year old printer who turned misfortune into a chalk talk career across 27 states.
J Paul Leonard's Fair Tax Association announced its state convention will be held here Thursday November 17 with David Ovens of Charlotte as chief speaker. The group remains hopeful about its aims but shows a shift away from full sales tax repeal toward broader fiscal restraint and debt reduction.
The article discusses opposition to the sales tax and calls for curbing State spending while reducing debt. It notes North Carolina's debt near 85 million and debt service exceeding sales tax revenue. It comments on political dynamics, committee decisions, and possible tax revision if spending is restrained.
A UNC professor challenges the nomination of Carl T. Durham for Congress favoring a different dark horse and urges withdrawal for democratic principles. He even suggests writing the second candidate's name on the November 3 ballot if the ticket is not changed.
A Raleigh letter to the editor counters an earlier claim about probation revocations. The writer states 75 of 1140 have had probation revoked, 6 percent, arguing the percentage alone does not judge a system’s success. The note continues to page 5 for fuller discussion.
New York Heartbeat follows Gail Patrick and Bob Cobb of the Hollywood Brown Derbys with other stars like Gloria Day and Nigel Bruce seen around Broadway clubs. Observations include War Department official Woodring and Dana Dale as social chatter and nightlife notes. The column questions where business ends and pleasure begins amid nightlife chatter.
The publicity chief outlines a cocktail party for the press to preview the picture, followed by dinner, theatre, and supper. A heckler quips the film might be bad while Allen Prescott notes Orson Welles is on everyone’s tongue and boot.
Jesse Lasky new radio show will top Major Bowes with prizes including a one picture job at RKO. Oscar Levant and F P A star in Information Please newsreels. Margaret Bourke White and Erskine Caldwell buy a home in Darien Connecticut. Orson Welles plans theater trips amid audience hype. At the Stork Club a club joke about Elsa Maxell closes the item.
A wealthy foreign woman runs a female escort service from an upscale East Side address. Diane Hunter, a glamour teacher and six foot tall 23 year old, protests the thriving business and notes she once considered a similar idea. She consulted the License Commissioner and the State Department of Licenses before being referred to the Deputy Police Commissioner.
A string of aphorisms humorously critiques gender relations and social pretensions. It parodies common sense, optimism, jealousy, and the foibles of both men and women in a brisk, dated Broadway tone. The quips mix caution and satire with light moral points.
Sally Clark served as a judge at a frog leaping contest at the Commodore. After the event a photographer sought a photo with the judge and Clark replied in a playful loungeworthy tone that she was social and asked not to be photographed with frogs.
A collage notes late night crowds and urban curiosities. The piece lampoons newsreel football shots as the cameraman trails the ball while sweepstakes fans laugh at wins. It also mentions a soap-boxer on Columbus Circle and a street vendor hawking gardenias near 50th Street.
A collage of 1940s entertainment references includes Edgar Hayes sax work in In the Mood, Wilfred J. Funk's The Merry-Go-Round Breaks Down excerpts, You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby, Van Wyck Mason's Three Harbours, the Hobby Lobby radio show, June Richmond at the Cotton Club, the Strand release Brother Rat, Seymour Berkson Their Majesties, and a jab at radio listeners with a 12 year old intellect legend.
The St. Mark MLE church on Washington street finished at a cost of 50 000 and formally dedicated last Sunday October 28. The congregation began here in 1871 replacing the old Morris chapel. Isaac Fider of New York visits for a few days. C M Pace spends weekend in Richmond with relatives. Mrs Fred L Ingram and Miss Bertie White visit Spartanburg South Carolina with Mrs Charles Childress.
Both parties predict victory as the campaign ends. Herbert Hoover warns against trusting Democrats on tariff revision. Al Smith accuses Republicans of courting Anti-Saloon League support that disregards political faith. Max Gardner delivers last gubernatorial speech in Asheville.
Twenty years ago voters will head to polls on Tuesday November 4 for congressional and state races. Incumbent Senator F M Simmons faces John Motley Morehead while Congressman C M Stedman is opposed by several candidates including John W Kurfees and others. A list of local races includes sheriff and representative contests with party nominees. Christmas gift packages for soldiers must be in soon with no overseas forwarding after November 15.
People Carter Dalton, a local attorney, is seriously ill with diphtheria at the home of his parents in Greensboro. Miss Juanita Moffitt has returned to Salem College after several days here due to the flu epidemic. John Walker, a member of the students army training corps at State College, spent yesterday in the city.
News brief notes Austria's surrender complete and German forces in a serious condition with 2,500,000 casualties this year. Also reports the death of Mrs. Russell Sage in New York at age 90.
Stalin says Russian aviators’ lives are too precious for stunt flying. The remark appears to spur recruitment signals for the air corps as officials stress safer aviation training and sacrifice.
A rule for good posture suggests flattening the hollow in the back by rolling the pelvis downward and backward. The description reads like a fusion of dance styles, likening a physical principle to movements seen in the Lambeth Walk and the Shag.
A Japanese ritual honors horses killed in the conflict with China. Troops conduct the ceremony, likening the event to a prayer for the fallen animals.
Charles B. Driscoll surveys May Irwin’s star era and the Wilson White House invitation, noting theater’s public ties. He recalls the Players Club on Gramercy Park, Edwin Booth’s legacy, and the club’s modest rules, with memories of shaping Broadway history.
Four firms listed in the New York classified telephone directory for marriage brokers. Sol's Agency bills itself as the most extravagant with a boxed note claiming rich and professional ties.
The statement about upswing hairdress is debated among many wor kelett Burgess followers. Women largely disagree on its lasting effect and how it flatters the face. Observers note ear revealing dresses gain popularity as early winter frosts nip at Avenue fashion.
Joe Connolly a newspaper synd tycoon escaped a bi airplane incident near New Haven. He credited the pilot for guiding the ship safely to the ground. Connolly plans to continue flying as usual after arriving in New York from Alabama.
A Chicago youth is described as a natural fit for the center position in football due to his unique perspective and athletic build. He demonstrates upside down or unconventional drills that showcase balance and core strength.
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