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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1930
Page
4
Short aphorism attributed to Voltaire reflecting on humility and vanity. The line contrasts the tiny beings with a vast sense of pride, exploring themes of proportion and human vanity.
The Champion Fibre company holds large areas of Great Smokies park land and pursues a federal court claim in Tennessee. About 40 000 acres in Tennessee and 50 000 in North Carolina are involved. The company warns that loss of land would close its spruce pulp mill and sawmill, arguing public preservation of forests supersedes private property rights.
The tax relief association failed to persuade Governor Gardner to call a special session ahead of the regular 60 day term. Counties opposing the property classification amendment largely back the association, which cites data gathered under the governor’s direction. The piece weighs the politics and timing of a special session amid tax reform debate.
Bruce Catton argues modern communication removes sharp regional lines yet warns against eroding rooted local pride. He notes migration toward major cities drains talent from rural areas and urges a measured revival of healthy provincialism to keep communities strong.
A reflective monologue blends personal quirks with pop culture jabs and literary riffs. The speaker muses on gum, novels, weddings, and a fantasy romance while drifting through memories, ads, and a headline about Britain's labor woes.
In a Charlotte Observer report officials warn against concealed weapons while noting no technicalities will block enforcement. Citizens are buying revolvers for self protection as banditry and burglary rise, prompting fears of armed vigilance.
The Gant estate receivership aims to safeguard county interests amid alleged defalcations by Mason W. Gant former Guilford Superior Court clerk. The order includes Gant personally and jointly owned property, with state claims around 100000 and total shortages cited near 134000 across departments.
The text notes that increasing small arms sales in Charlotte fails as an antidote to burglary and banditry, with a claim that each crime prevented by a pistol results in many others caused by gun availability.
The article discusses Bobby Jones signing a movie contract after years of amateurism. It notes his strict adherence to amateur rules, the shock to fans, and questions whether he loses caste by pursuing Hollywood opportunities. It mentions his aim to retire from major competition to practice law and relax from intense sport.
General Erich Ludendorff, once a German army commander, forecasts a 1932 war with Germany England Austria Hungary and Soviet Russia allied against France Poland Czechoslovakia and Romania. He warns it would ruin German civilization, but observers doubt the seriousness or plausibility of such a broad alliance and conflict.
A college professor urges men to marry their stenographers, suggesting the relationship may suit the men’s tastes. The remark frames marriage as a favorable match based on employment typing roles.
Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne is praised as a fine actor by observers who note his habit of studying his linen before each game. The remark highlights his peculiar pregame ritual and noted composure.
A brief item reports burglars took a hot stove from Hammond Indiana. The piece speculates the culprits may be mischievous men from Chicago Cook County.
Virginia heads to Charlottesville on Thanksgiving Day to face North Carolina aiming to avenge last year’s 41-7 defeat. The Cavaliers appear favored after UNC’s recent upset loss to Davidson, signaling a strong chance for revenge.
A new air taxi system launches to cover all of Europe with bookings already pouring in. Fares start at 10 cents per mile, claimed cheaper than rail or boat travel.
Hollywood reports Doug Fairbanks may be dethroned as film golf king with a new champion named Jones expected within months. In New York Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt backs a 25 dollar weekly minimum for working girls saying it distinguishes a worthwhile life from a drab one.
In Ridah a desert realm uses wheeled vehicles with 1 500 automobiles now in the kingdom's heart. Four years earlier none existed. King Ibn Saud purchased the first car, signaling a new era of mobility in Arabia.
Lieutenant Colonel De Bar the Annelet, in his sixties, has spent two years surveying French possessions in Africa. He has traveled about 6,000 miles by camel or native porter and foresees two more years in the field.
A full-face likeness of Warren G. Harding will appear on a forthcoming 10-cent stamp. The current profile image is considered unsatisfactory and will be replaced.
In Jassy Romania Rahem Aha says he has shined shoes for 190 years and plans to continue. The city government, after reviewing papers, presented him a gift on what he called his 125th birthday.
The mayor apologized after a three day festival intended to celebrate Nagoya reaching one million residents failed to meet the target. The official census counted 902 435 people.
In Glen Cove New York a relief headquarters opens offering food and clothing to those in need. The first day sees visitors expressing strong demand for aid amid wealth and estates surrounding the town.
Lexington, Nov 18 Rev J E Abernethy transferred from Park Place Greensboro to First Methodist Lexington is expected with his family this week and will preach his initial sermon next Sunday morning. Western North Carolina Methodist conference also reassigned several pastors including A S Raper to Stoneville Mayodan circuit and B A Sisk succeeding him in Denton.
G W Bodenheimer of Thomasville has been chosen by sheriff-elect Major James A Leonard to serve as office deputy starting December 1. The selection comes on strong recommendations from Thomasville leaders and county residents who praise his qualifications for the post.
Dr Morris Fishbein summarizes Walter Fletcher on nutrition advances. The piece explains calories versus non fuel roles, and details protein requirements for infants, including breastfed versus cow milk fed, with specific per pound measurements and adjustments for undernourished babies.
Greensboro November 18 The third annual alumnae seminar of North Carolina College for Women will be held November 21 and 22 in Greensboro. Several hundred alumnae are expected to attend.
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