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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1934
Page
4
A quotation from Isaiah 61 8 affirms that the Lord loves judgment and hates robbery while promising a covenant. A George Eliot line notes that deceit can never be vanquished by killing suspicion and truth.
Professor Coates, founder of the Institute of Government, told Winston-Salem Junior Chamber of Commerce that government should advance citizen participation through knowledge. He argued intelligent participation is essential and that the institute will help citizens and officials curb waste and inefficiency.
A North Carolina newspaper ran a column declaring Congress member Walter Mambeth's wife has given birth, highlighting flaws in press accuracy and the rush to publish sensitive personal news. The piece critiques daily reporting and emphasizes the need for careful fact checking before publishing such claims.
A lighthearted note recalls how a bachelor congressman reacted to the unexpected arrival of twins, described as a surprising turn for his serious public image.
A dead end at Moon street in Washington near the Southern railroad cut has caused near misses and one actual plunge. Neighbors urge a warning sign to prevent accidents, noting the knoll approach hides the end from northbound motorists and risk remains for unfamiliar drivers.
Ground was broken for an expansion at the American Bakeries plant on Broad Street, nearly doubling the facility. Manager Sutton lauds the move as a sign of growing service and city potential as a distributing hub with strong transport links and room for further growth.
The Education Division of the National Safety Council in New York City has issued Good Driving A Manual for the High Schools to help schools integrate driver education. The six units cover modern life auto use the driver highway operation accidents and prevention. Field trips could showcase driver faults and foster better citizenship and driving habits.
A Arkansas tenant farmer named Bill Smith receives government land and aid to farm 30 acres on 16 500 acres set aside for relief. He clears land and builds, aiming to become self supporting while relief funds still push cotton production, forest land is cleared and new land opens. The piece highlights paradoxes in policy and the need to help Bill Smith through the downturn.
A government marine survey for the National Labor Relations Board finds American steamship lines underpaying and overworking crews. Turnaround time is brief, port time limited, and food often below standard. These conditions threaten crew efficiency and safety at sea, linking working conditions to disasters and urging reforms.
Senator George W. Norris advocates a unicameral legislature for Nebraska while an American Legislators Association poll shows lawmakers oppose it by about three to one, whereas political science professors favor it by about six to one, suggesting the idea deserves broader consideration.
A film store owner says employees who backed Upton Sinclair are being pressured with possible job losses even if studios must shut down. The claim ties union pressure to political support and industry disruption.
A facetious note suggests the U S government would buy more airships if a firm named Eckeners could operate them, implying skilled operators are key to dirigible use.
The House of David baseball club proposes a $35,000 contract to Babe Ruth with a beard requirement waived unless he falters at bat. The offer hints at a bold move to recruit the famed slugger and boost their team profile.
President Roosevelt warns that the cost of living will rise as promised pay increases under the New Deal are kept on hold. The expected impact weighs on workers and families nationwide amid government programs.
The Foreign Minister Laval declares that civilization is going to pot. He notes past efforts since World War I aimed at saving or lifting it.
New York society notes describe the East 19th Street Hamilton home as a forgotten era parlor with white picket stairs a Corot fire and a Dutch gable air. Anne and Bill Hamilton host a glittering crowd including Lawrence Tibbett Myra Kingsley Damon Runyon and Lucius Beebe while Broadway mourns Billy Emerich and recalls the town’s gaiety.
In New York rare floor maids in smart hotels live on roofs with pay under 30 dollars monthly. They receive free board, tips, and Christmas gifts, with one tale claiming a maid is a famous dancer's mother. Former head porters at Ritz, Biltmore, and St. Regis earned far more, but now must hustle for living. The largest tips come from airplane reservations.
A newspaper style note surveys hat angles from John Drew and Adolphe Menjou to Parisian designers like Patou and Count Salm. It cites English fashion writers lamenting American hat care while praising famed hatters and stars such as Warren William, Warner Baxter, Clive Brook, and Jimmy Walker.
A barber discovers a small wen on humorist Hug Baer during a trim. Baer initially plans to see a surgeon but then goes to his office saying I think with it.
Roberta Lee answers etiquette questions about hosting in small homes, inviting a comfortable number, closing phrases for formal notes, and folding a napkin. The piece advises simple closings like Sincerely yours and folding the napkin in half across the center.
A worksheet style Q and A about anatomy history and geography. Questions ask where the solar plexus lies
Practical Q A from a reader column describes making a fire extinguisher by mixing three pounds of salt in a gallon of water with 1.5 pounds of sal ammoniac in a bottle and using the solution to fight a blaze. It also suggests adding arrow root or barley to salt shakers to prevent caking and compares porous earthenware with non porous porcelain dishes.
The reader is guided to better usage of English with a focus on the word hazardous meaning dangerous and risky. It explains common misuses and stresses careful pronunciation and context for safe, precise communication.
An ad promotes Bukets tablets containing juniper oil and buchu leaves to ease night urination and bladder discomfort. It claims to flush acids and waste, offers a four day satisfaction guarantee with 25 cent price, from Mann Drug Store and Eckerd's of High.
Wallburg, Nov. 6 The Wallburg Parent-Teacher Association elected officers for the 1934 35 season after a program with scripture, songs and band selections. R B Fowler and Mrs H F Pardue were re elected president and vice president. Marietta Neece is secretary and Mrs Ernest Motsinger treasurer. An upcoming Parents Visiting Day dinner and a November 23 gym opening were announced.
An old newspaper snippet promotes Feen laxative described as natural and gentle for children. It warns against danger and notes availability at druggists with a guardian tone about delicate stomach balance.
R. B. Fowler serves as ways and means chairman and Miss Mary Olive Biles chairs the program committee. The next regular association meeting will convene at 7 30 P M on Thursday December 6.
Roy Baglon, a Cincinnati boilermaker, playfully nipped his Boston pup’s ear. The dog misread the gesture and reacted, leading to a hospital visit for the animal after the incident.
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