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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1927
Page
4
A brief meditation on charity referencing I Peter 4 8 and Hosea Ballou. It asserts true charity is spontaneous not prompted by importunity or emulation. The quotes anchor ideas about moral conduct and generosity.
A Whitman excerpt titled Song for All Seas All Ships celebrates sailors and sea life. It reflects on sea captains mates and fearless crews chosen by the ocean, portraying the old sea as an indomitable nurse and unifier of nations.
The Greensboro country club considers a compromise allowing Sunday play from 1 left open 10 to 1 to match Sedgefield limits. Ministers push strict Sabbath rules and question linking to distant clubs. Greensboro should settle the local issue without restricting other clubs or imposing rules beyond its city.
Yesterday New Yorkers defeated the Republican challenge to Al Smith on several issues including syncing the governor election with the Presidential cycle. The state remains Democratic on local matters but divided on national leadership, with some predicting Smith cannot carry New York and might hamper a presidential bid.
The article notes overwhelming support for Smith in New York with majorities on every issue the governor backed. It argues this signals strong personal strength and favored status as the Democratic Convention approaches. Smith remains highly popular in the state.
The article notes yesterday’s vote against strengthening the status of Ohio justices of the peace. A recent Supreme Court ruling found a judge with any substantial fee in a defendant’s conviction constitutes a disqualifying interest. The piece suggests similar scrutiny could occur in North Carolina if speed trap cases are appealed.
The piece links Dayton and Chicago debates on evolution to reverence for colonial ancestors, arguing a clash between science and patriotism. It notes 1926 US income data, wealth near 500 billion, and contrasts Tunney's anonymity with past boxing legends, suggesting champions are defined by public presence as well as prowess.
In a lighthearted note scientists speculate the fall of Adam and Eve might hinge on a banana rather than an apple. The joke suggests the misplaced peel could explain the delay in eating the forbidden fruit.
George Hal Deman, noted as a pilot for Ruth Elder's transatlantic flyer, appears in contemporary reporting. The article highlights his role aboard the historic flight venture.
A playful note contrasts Big Bill Thompson in Chicago with England observing rat week, highlighting humorous eccentricities and cross national quips. The line ends with a light pun about rats.
A Chicago woman shoots her husband following his refusal to eat after a large meal. The incident underscores growing claims that people create reasons for drastic actions, even homicide.
Mayor Thompson remarked that a British history volume used in Chicago described George Washington as a rebel. He argued that Washington could not be labeled a Tory, underscoring a nuanced view of early American history.
Secretary Wilbur, after reading criticism from Admiral Magruder, expressed great interest. He had relieved Magruder at the Philadelphia navy yard and may send him to Guam to demonstrate his concern.
The Piedmont and Northern railroad extension from Spartanburg into North Carolina and onward to Winston-Salem faces Interstate Commerce Commission scrutiny after an unfavorable examiners report. Backers argue for growth and regional benefit, while opponents from Southern Railway claim adequate service. Greensboro awaits potential line reach.
The Atlanta Constitution denounces the case as exposing deep law loopholes and calls for revamping criminal codes to prevent wealthy offenders from escaping punishment. It argues courts and legal professionals must remove technicalities, restore public confidence, and ensure justice applies equally to rich and poor.
Bishop Edwin K Mouton presides over the North Carolina Methodist conference in Raleigh as Chief Justice Stacy delivers a welcome from the state. The session begins with the Lord's Supper and continues through five days of addresses by prominent church leaders. T. M. Grant elected conference secretary with W H Brown E L Hillman assistants and Rufus Bradley statistical secretary.
Kinston NC Nov 9 AP The North Carolina Christian Church convention opens with 350 delegates and a theme The Contribution of Disciples to the Kingdom Dr B A Abbott notes religious unity and minority voices The Golden Jubilee address by Dr Lee Sadler traces the churchs 50 year growth from 6000 to over 25000 members in the state over the period.
Senate Finance chair Smoot will defer action on the 4.025 billion dollar French debt pact pending France’s own ratification and election cycle. Some foreign committee members including Borah express skepticism about prospects of approval this season. Smoot says the agreement brokered by the U.S. debt commission and French ambassador Berenger is as liberal as he will sanction.
In Walsenburg Colorado police and I W W strikers clashed leaving several injured. Major William Howells led a state police raid on a hall carrying a 400 strong I W W audience. he was severely hurt by a brick as police faced a volley of stones.
The Wesley Memorial church hosts an annual flower show and bazaar run by the Ladies Aid Society. Entries of flowers and plants, especially chrysanthemums and dahlias, are welcome with prizes ranging from cash to gifts donated by local businesses. The event runs through Friday with sales after 7 pm for exhibitors.
Milwaukee report says Mrs. Emma Greenwald of Mt. Horeb was abducted after her husband was slugged and dumped into a ditch. She was found slain near Dousnan, Wis, today. The husband was thrown from the auto and is hospitalized.
A list of Duke University leaders and affiliates is given including A V Harrill R L Peterman E Thomason W S O B Robinson Dr W S Rankin Frank H Cothran A C Lee Dr R L Flowers and Mr Lucas The banquet will feature Dr Rankin and W S Lee speaking on hospital hospitalization work and Piedmont Carolina power development The Sixth District won the P T Cup for strongest district local association growth at the state congress in Charlotte.
Relief and reconstruction push ahead in flood devastated areas of northern Vermont and western Massachusetts as winter nears. Major General Preston Brown moves air operations base to Burlington while Boston and Maine Railway resumes Canada service. Dartmouth and Smith college students join aid effort feeding clothing and housing refugees.
A delicate evening hat crafted from gold lace showcases a scalloped edge flange. The piece emphasizes refined weave and subtle elegance suitable for formal wear.
A vintage advertisement praises Fletcher's Castoria as a gentle, all vegetable remedy for infants. It claims to ease fretfulness, fever, colic, constipation, diarrhea, and sleep troubles without harmful taste or shock to the system. The text endorses Castoria as physician recommended and notes a care and feeding booklet included with the product.
Four homes offered in Emery close to Lexington with one near EyM Green Street Carter price 1 0 0. Ahead financed or rent options on Montlieu Avenue. Listings include East Green Granty Woodbery Randolph Highland English State Ennis Barke Worth Smith Thistle Forrap Guilford streets. Homes shown as available to buy like rent. list with us for results. fe Finance Homes
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