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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1927
Page
4
In Shakespearean sentiment a benevolent act earns just credit despite questionable means, highlighting virtue amid flawed methods and the paradox of moral praise for aid given through tainted ways.
A Byron excerpt reflects on the loss of inner joy as earthly thoughts fade. The poet laments a heart’s tender bloom fading before youth itself passes, wishing to feel past emotions and weep for vanished scenes again. Tears would return if memories felt as vividly as in youth.
The High Point Red Cross plans a three day roll call this week led by chairman Dr. Owen Smith. Last year 538 members joined and organizers aim to reach 1,000 in a city of 30,000. Volunteers work to fund relief without awaiting donations.
The Pittsburgh explosion is blamed on carelessness with an acetylene blow torch used on a large gas container. Officials warn of similar risks in every city as workers’ actions cost lives and injuries beyond those directly involved. The incident calls for safer handling of explosives nationwide.
A visiting Arkansas delegation expressed strong support for Herbert Hoover, saying they would vote for him if nominated. They criticized the Republican ticket as weak in their state and noted protective game laws as evidence of weak party strength.
Arkansas visitors praise Hoover for flood relief and suggest he could win the White House, even if it means overlooking party alignment. They fear Smith would not overturn the Democratic majority, but Hoover’s relief work convinces many valley residents he offers permanent aid.
The article argues Trotsky remains politically dead but not dead in influence as he opposes current Soviet leaders. It notes Russia seeks credit abroad, its resource wealth but lack of trade confidence, and suggests the possibility of direct action or bombing if tensions worsen.
Government geologists report the Gillette field in Wyoming contains more than 14.9 billion tons in workable seams, nearly the total U.S. mined coal to date, with small country mines nearby. Much of the coal is public land under lease and near railroad shipping points, burning as low sub bituminous black lignite.
The piece notes drastic press censorship in Romania and a new law prescribing five to ten year sentences for discussing the royal succession. It contrasts this with Western voters choosing leaders in liberal democracies.
The piece critiques modern campaigning in the United States as driven by spectacle rather than substance. It cites Senator Reed Smoot delivering tax reduction remarks in Philadelphia while a brass band and performers distract the audience with pro Republican imagery. It mocks flashy stunts over thoughtful policy, noting elite universities' influence and the shift in campaign style.
A newspaper headline proclaims women are adept at thrift noting they save enough on a single purchase to afford another item. The line emphasizes prudent shopping and frugality as a social trait.
Krishnamurti flies back to Bombay asserting communion with Buddha. While abroad he also played several matches with American golfers, highlighting a busy period of travel and sport.
The piece argues a chief executive may entertain privately but public officials and ex-officials tainted by corruption invite scrutiny. It cites Chicago mayor Thompson and Senator Lorimer, noting Roosevelt’s stance and Coolidge’s potential forgiveness while pondering other invited figures.
Congress debates tax reduction amid fight over a 100 million farm relief appropriation and a flood control plan costing 200 million to a billion dollars. Secretary Mellon warns tax cuts limited to 225 million, but big rivals press for broader spending. A spring showdown looms.
A Raleigh News and Observer editorial reprinted from the Williamston Enterprise argues whiskey did not cause a Martin County murder, only enabled the offender. It contends bootleggers share responsibility and extols whiskey’s mixed effects on virtue and vice, while criticizing public dinners and speakers.
A large audience at High Point College enjoyed the Cherniavsky Trio concert the second lyceum attraction of the season. The three brothers Leo Jan Mischel performed cello piano and violin in a classical program ending with a three-instrument finale. The trio, under Southern Concert Management, plans a Europe tour next year making this their last U S appearance for three years. Elizabeth Brown.
Hendersonville reports state chemists will examine viscera of Lydia Case 20 and Ezell Lydia 19 to determine poisoning. Bodies found in a barn and a home on Bat Cave highway raise suspicions. Suspects Ben Souther 20 Tom Souther 25 and George Drake 20 in jail awaiting inquiry.
High Point public schools reported record total enrollment for the second month of the year at 7 081, up 642 from 1926 27. White students numbered 5 782 and Black students 1 369 with whites rising 534 and Blacks 88. Elementary white enrollment totaled 4 696. high school 1 026.
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