Cleveland ends city manager era after decade of reform
The city of Cleveland votes to abandon the city manager plan, returning to a mayor and aldermen system amid questions about government reliability, political entente fears, and the need for courageous, clean management to restore trade and curb unemployment. The piece critiques relying on the manager form and calls for balanced budgets and renewed focus on economic causes.
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Weland
Ohio
North Carolina
Cleveland
C. Sherrill
Sherrill
Case for Bi-Metallism by Sir Hugo Cunliffe-Owen
Sir Hugo Cunliffe-Owen argues that bi-metallism offers a silver path to prosperity for Britain and the world. He links currency policy to postwar recovery, urging adoption to restore favorable trade between Britain, China, and India and to balance American trade.
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Hugo Cunliffe- Owen
Britain
Sir Hugo
Great Britain
Wdo
Between the extremes in the whiskey control conflict
The piece notes five congressmen elected Tuesday are all wet on whiskey laws. It argues the public divides into three camps with no majority, fearing neither extreme can secure compromise and calling for assertive middle-ground leadership.
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United States
Seniority in Organization of Congress
Reports from Washington foresee seniority dictating committee chairmanships in the Democratic led House. North Carolina congressmen may gain key chairs if precedent rules. The party should consider reforming its course to reflect the likely national mood following the 1932 election.
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House of Representatives
Washington
North Carolina
Two Boys Contrast Reveals American Civilization
Bruce Catton surveys a Washington boy given a life sentence for murder beside an Ohio heir to over 1.75 million dollars, arguing the gap shows how society stacks the decks. He notes football fix attempts and defends Hoover’s navy budget stance amid calls for cuts.
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Bruce Catton
Washington
Ohio
State
Officials probe unexplained wealth of the Tammany tom-cat
Authorities investigate unusual riches linked to a Tammany Hall era cat figure amid rumors of hidden assets. No details on owners or sources released yet as inquiries continue.
Indians and the dole over a hundred years revealed
A sharp remark notes that American Indians have received welfare benefits for a century, hinting at a long period of government support and public scrutiny.
Mrs. Hochschild Hosts Preview of Greek Artist Vasos
New York society figure Mrs. Walter Hochschild staged a rooftop preview in her Fifth Avenue penthouse for John Vasos illustrations from his new book on human phobias. Vasos, a Greek artist, discussed his fears while guests enjoyed the city view and a lively party atmosphere amid Fifth Avenue traffic woes.
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William Gaines
New York
Walter Hochschild
Vasos
Phobia party mishap leads to cab crash tale
A cab ride gone wrong ends with a writer recalling a phobia party mishap. The driver taunts with reckless braking while the narrator collides and bleeds, yet insurer figures and a quirky apothecary cease the scene with medical help and humor.
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Mr. McNally
Apothecary
Letter to Editor on Navy League President Gardiner
J Elwood Cox of High Point North Carolina writes to The Enterprise claiming to possess absolute facts about actions by Gardiner President of the Navy League. He asks for publication to expose alleged contemptible conduct toward the President.
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High Point
N. C
Enterprise
Gardiner
Navy League
J. Elwood Cox
Navy League official disputes Gardiner on naval strength
Mrs. Laura Puffer Morgan of the National Council for Prevention of War argues Gardiner misstates U S Britain naval tonnage and expenditures. She cites U S replacements 303100 tons versus Britain 309488 and U S build 87210 versus British 72520, noting Hoover's next year 65000000 allocation amid 70000000 for U S construction.
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William Howard Gardiner
Navy League
Laura Puffer Morgan
National Council For Prevention of War
Gardiner
Morgan
United States
Hoover
League of Nations
Great Britain
United Kingdom
Cruisers
Hugh Wilson
League Assembly
Kellogg Pact and Naval Build Up Under London Treaty
A report contrasts U S and British naval tonnage and costs under the London Naval Treaty. It notes current build rates, allowed replacements, and taxpayer burdens, with figures for tonnage, ships, and 1931 32 naval budgets.
Cooperative praise from Salisbury leaders on November 3 1931
The Executive Committee of the organization thanks newspapers for cooperation in reporting activities. Refers to Salisbury North Carolina on November 3 1931 and notes ongoing collaboration with press outlets.
Sticker Solution While The Beier Star Shone
A fragmented historical column reflects on Russia's wartime image and braved losses. The piece hints at a star faded, yet a throne eluded as brave Russians faced futile battles and hardship amid public memory.
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Russia
Ren
Oti
KMG
Sunday School Association Holds Semi annual Meeting
The North Carolina Sunday School Association met at the Sheraton hotel in High Point on Monday night October 26. A unanimous resolution thanked state newspapers for extensive coverage of county wide Sunday school conventions held in over fifty counties since June. The executive committee includes thirty three members from major denominations. Signed by L. W. Clark chair, J. B. Ivey state president, and Rev. Shuford Pheler general secretary.
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North Carolina Sunday School Association
Sheraton
High Point
N. C
Otf
L. W. Clark
B. Ivey
Shuford Pheler
Former Local Man Receives National Surety Appointment
John C. Heitman of Trinity, longtime bonding and insurance professional, is named resident vice president for National Surety Company in New York. Heitman formerly managed Frank A. Can field and company in Syracuse. Mrs. Heitman is a well known local figure and he is a brother of Mrs. Rivend. England's tandem bicycle revival noted as roadways revert to older styles.
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John C. Heitman
Trinity
Frank A. Canfield and Company
Syracuse
N. Y
National Surety Company of
New York
Heitman
J. F. Heitman
W. A. Rivend
New York State
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