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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1962
Page
2
A daily meditation quotes Benjamin Franklin on divine involvement in human affairs and the idea that even a sparrow falls only with God’s notice, implying that empires rise or fall under divine stewardship. The reflection connects providence to national fortunes.
The piece discusses how the Cuban crisis may affect turnout in off-year elections, noting registration strength with 82,462,017 qualified voters, predicted 57 percent turnout nationwide, and possible shifts by region. It emphasizes the Cuban situation as a potential key to voter reaction, with a dull pre-crisis campaign and outcomes to be decided by tomorrow’s votes.
Congressional investigators examine whether tax exempt foundations aided the stock market drop by selling heavily and buying back at lower prices tax free. Director H A Olsher says a moratorium on further exemptions may be warranted while noting foundations do public good, the situation calls for a careful look not a witch hunt.
Editorial notes from October 1982 discuss West German Chancellor Adenauer’s planned Washington visit to address Berlin and the future of U S West German ties. Gen Lucius D Clay urges clear non negotiable principles and readiness to use strength to defend them while acknowledging possible concessions in Berlin. Schroeder confirms alignment with U S allies though full agreement on Berlin remains elusive.
The piece discusses allied unity on Berlin defense, citing Gen. Lucius Clay on free access for allied personnel, West Berlin viability, and NATO commitments. It notes European differences on German reunification and eastern borders, and argues that abandoning Berlin could imperil democracy in Europe.
The Smithsonian in Washington preserves Americana from past elections by collecting political parade banners and memorabilia. A hand painted Jefferson banner from 1801 and a silk Van Buren eagle banner highlight early party symbols donated by a Washington attorney, suggesting many attic items await discovery nationwide.
William A Shires notes roughly half of NC's 1.6 million registered voters may cast ballots in Tuesday's general election, potentially signaling a record high turnout for an off year. Anticipated 800,000 votes would exceed past off year totals but fall short of 1980 presidential levels.
A pundit states that he is about to make his final prediction on the election winner. The remark is delivered in a formal newsroom tone. The exchange features an authority figure addressing a speaker about concluding forecasts.
Prof Robert F Peck of the University of Texas calls machines stupid and hard to teach. Ladd Plumley of the U S Chamber of Commerce says taxes destroy business incentive. Orville Freeman notes abrupt move from scarcity to plenty and the need to adjust institutions.
A wartime scare spurred dramatic shopping chaos with shelves emptied by panic buyers on the West Coast. Store operators faced shortages and even wage calls to restock while shoppers traded stamps and later attempted to sell back panic purchases such as hams and other grocers. Mrs. Grimes notes her son in Los Angeles was shocked by the frenzy and the resulting wasteful, impulsive behavior.
The city eyes a bid to host the 1963 National AAU swimming finals at City Lake with Fort Lauderdale and two California centers as competitors. Fundraising by fifty guarantors at $100 each could secure High Point’s bid, aided by Mayor Carson Stout, the Mercury Athletic Club, and strong local support. A Detroit decision later this month will determine if the event comes to High Point next August.
From the Old Farmer's Almanac and Abe Weatherwise predictions, a lengthy winter with roughly double last year’s snowfall is forecast across the United States, especially in New England. Snow is expected November through April, peaking in February to April, with lighter snows in November through January and a record early snow last week.
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