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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1932
Page
4
A religious reflection citing Isaiah 65 12 and Thomas Brooks on the seed of sins in good people. The text contrasts divine rebuke for disobedience with the idea that sin can dwell even in virtuous minds.
Nancy Astor, visiting Richmond, weighs anti prohibition voters influence on the recent election. She says the uprising stems from bitterness over drinking under prohibition while many backers favor alcohol removal and temperance. She criticizes the anti prohibition label as wets and notes her own stance as a prohibitionist.
European withdrawal’s impact on the dollar prompted a bold U S challenge to world powers. The Magazine of Wall Street reports a net import of over 55 million in four months, boosting Federal Reserve gold reserves by 240 million while most countries ship gold eastward. Lead contributors include England, Japan, China, Canada, British India, Mexico, and the Netherlands.
The period shows rising US net imports while Europe largely holds or gains gold. India Japan and China drive October inflows. UK losses offset by others. Central bank reserves hold or rise. hoarding declines. no flight from Europe. Overall, a return toward normal gold relations and major world readjustment in commerce and finance.
The column questions whether Kansas revelations identifying the alleged other woman amount to blackmail or a lawyer’s fee racket. It argues secrecy promises were used to secure a settlement and later leverage the woman’s name to pressure payment of legal fees.
Patrick J. Hurley secretary of war faced veteran hostility as he stood with the President during the ceremony honoring the nation’s war dead and the tomb of the unknown soldier. Observers note his steadfastness amid discontent and question whether he deserves a decoration for courage in facing public dispute.
A historic note cites high costs of the general election with expenses around 4100 for the nation and mentions Guilford county as the most populous area. The text references state machinery supplying tickets and emphasizes election spending.
Bruce Catton reflects on election costs and county figures, noting overall totals are sizeable though per county costs vary. The piece shifts to a Manitoba minister's 14 year old son who rode a Lincoln Highway style journey to Ohio seeking world travel, aided by truckers, haystacks, and friendly eateries, highlighting easier travel for wanderers today.
Lexington Dispatch urges Davidson county farmers to join a countywide rat killing campaign starting next week. It notes past local efforts were less effective than coordinated action and stresses securing ammunition through the county agent or Grange officials.
A Canadian farmer sold two steers for 15.15 and paid a freight bill of 15.10, narrowly preserving his profit with a small margin remaining after costs.
The Kansas City facility offers tuition funded by donors for janitors seeking training. The program emphasizes maintenance skills to keep buildings warm in winter and cool in summer, with the aim of improving living conditions for residents.
The note outlines expected payments on December 16 from England to the United States for 96,550,000 dollars, France 10,261,432 dollars, and Italy 1,245,437 dollars, then suggests delaying celebrations until after the date.
The statement notes Mr. Insull prefers remaining in Greece as Christmas shopping begins and income taxes are to be figured after the new year.
Statistics estimate the typical person will catch three colds by March. If you have only two, don’t be disappointed.
A Kansas woman recalls when corn cost 10 cents a bushel eggs were six for a dime and butter five cents a pound, suggesting times may not be as rough as today.
A device that shuffles and deals bridge hands on display prompts spectators to imagine a machine that could also play the hands. The remark humorously notes the desire for a full automate-aid in bridge.
Columbia University's student newspaper advocates compensating football players and suggests a broader pay debate. The comment contrasts with Chicago teachers' pay discussions, implying similar campaigns could arise elsewhere.
A speaker remarks that weekly pay checks were once squandered in saloons in the good old days and notes that saloons still exist today.
A surge of opinion suggests families are choosing colleges as if the electoral college determines their kids' futures. The remark frames the process as a decisive national mechanism shaping higher education choices.
A Kansas man received a two year prison sentence after stealing a hound pup. The brief report notes the conviction but leaves broader context. The item suggests a harsher penalty if a full grown dog had been taken.
Washington dispatch argues that a Democratic House will not easily pass inflationary or relief measures. It notes the Senate and White House would block risky bills such as a substantial cash bonus and the Patman plan, while public works pork remains contested and unlikely to become law without strong popular support.
Washington November 12 Snappy weather drew eight score golfers including Billy Burke Waltergen Horton Smith Johnny Farrell T Phil Perkins Tommy Armour and Ed Dudley to Kenwood for the National Capital Open with 2500 in prizes and 700 to the medal winner over 54 holes.
Anxiety grows over whether the State College engineering school stays in Raleigh as a technical and agricultural hub or moves to Chapel Hill under consolidation plans. Alumni and leaders press the board of trustees to affirm Raleigh as the site, noting the school's size and role in NC technical education.
Aurelio Chavez seventeen a youth gang leader faces a mixed sentence by Police Judge Windberg arranging two days in city jail and five days weekly in school. Chavez must report Friday afternoons and serve Friday night Saturday and Sunday in jail until the judge suspends the unusual punishment.
The United States remains the largest exporter of lumber and lumber products in the world, reflecting its dominant position in global wood commodities and manufacturing supply chains.
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