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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1952
Page
4
The High Point Enterprise reports on its published afternoon and Sunday morning editions detailing local news, events, and community updates for readers seeking timely information.
Experts in atomic energy warn that civil applications of nuclear power are nearer, with forecasts shrinking from decades to a few years. Leaders like Gordon Dean and Eugene Zuckert emphasize peaceful use, while industry figures urge rapid pilot plants, and some scientists urge caution on resource limits.
Britain’s Churchill government, over a year in power, won a decisive confidence vote on economic policies and secured a by election seat in a test of strength. Observers view the results as evidence the Conservatives retain public support and warrant more time to prove their program.
The Atlanta Journal laments bobby pins and modern hair trends as young women rush to work. It recalls past perfection of long flowing hair and notes older men miss previous styles while some women adjust in private before returning to public view.
Believe It or Not notes Switzer land government created a free TV station for set owners but interest was so low the service may be abandoned. The contrast drawn contrasts American and Swiss thinking.
Washington society page focuses on the shift in Senate leadership as J. Mark Trice becomes secretary to the Majority and Leslie L. Biffle steps to the Minority. The piece notes Trice’s low-pay challenge, his early Capitol career, and the high social demands of the secretary role while hinting at possible enforcement of a rare pay-docking rule.
Washington reports outline the Truman era battle over wartime powers now ending with Japan and Germany peace, the need to renew emergency authorities by April 30 1953, and the ongoing push to reorganize the executive branch with Hoover Commission findings and congressional reviews.
A song writer notes old folk tunes could gain from new lyrics to become listenable. Federal health data show 85 percent of fatal falls affect those 65 and older. Donald Douglas reports progress on jet transport development plans as on schedule.
Walter Winchell argues the Hartford Board of Education acted to deny use of Weaver High School for a pro Communist rally. He catalogues alleged Communist plots, front organizations, and ex-Communist speakers, linking them to broader political danger while urging strict action. The column cites Life Magazine and figures like Arthur Schlesinger Jr as context.
A collage column mixes jokes about buying an elephant for a dollar down and a dollar a week with notes on Dewey prospects, Korean front action, United Nations debates, and a theatergoer’s quip about modern cinema. The piece blends humor, politics, and wartime commentary with local newspaper voice.
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