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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1964
Page
4
A nation marks the first anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s assassination with reflection on the loss of a leader. The piece notes how history moves on, and ponders what kind of nation Americans want to sustain, while recalling Kennedy’s call to action and his enduring words.
Paul W. Clapp resigns from the City Council effective at month end after a heart attack. He helped establish the volunteer police unit and served as mayor pro tem and finance chair, continuing to offer interest in public safety work while recuperating.
In North Carolina a calmer approach is urged to settle disputes between privately owned and electric utilities. The text promotes solving differences at the conference table in a new legislative atmosphere, criticizing propaganda campaigns and suggesting cooperation over conflict. Judge Moore is referenced as capable of organizing mediation if needed.
Friday's dedication of North Carolina's unique Legislative Building sparked talk it could inspire a new era of beauty for the state capitol. Architect Edward Durell Stone noted the building echoes past civilizations and plans include surrounding governmental structures to create a beautiful, functional complex. The piece urges preserving the old capitol's charm while pursuing modern elegance.
Tar Heel voters backed a $100 million statewide school bonds on November 3. Guilford County approves a $700000 borrowing to speed local school improvements, while officials warn the county cannot exceed debt limits. High Point misses chance for next fall’s eastside school. State aid backs timely construction but keeps local responsibility intact.
An image of a historical newspaper masthead lists staff roles like Managing Editor Holt McPherson and Joe Brown, with references to advertising, Associated Press, and subscription rates dated March 3, 1879. It notes independent contractors for carriers and disclaimer of responsibility for advance subscriptions.
The piece weighs possible attorney general candidates including Texas Congressman Jack Brooks and James H. Rowe while noting President Johnson may favor Katzenbach. It also discusses Senate party shifts, regional politics, and various potential names like Abe Fortas and Leon Jaworski in a broad Johnson era context.
A Sunday sermon reflects on America's Thanksgiving origin from Berkeley Plantation, Washingtons 1789 observance, and Lincoln and FDR proclamations. It urges gratitude to the Almighty for national strength, resources, and humanitarian aid, citing biblical praise and John Kendrick Bangs poetry.
A plastic walker gifted to Ethel Johnson after surviving multiple near death ordeals returns to High Point Memorial Hospital. Johnson, 85, endured a 14 month burn rehab after a Christmas 1952 blaze and a train wreck in Jamestown. Her will directed the walker to aid others, while Dorothy Lewis prepares a Christmas Cheer Fund benefit recital at High Point College Memorial Auditorium on December 6.
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