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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1934

Page

4

Quotations on Marriage From Corinthians and Dickens

A biblical verse stresses mutual benevolence between spouses. A Dickens observation notes no marriage is free of mind or purpose disparities.

Dickens

Housing plan could fund low cost homes nationwide

The government may finance large scale low cost homes with no down payment and three percent interest. The plan aims to reduce unemployment by expanding home ownership while boosting national stability and morale through improved housing and public funding.

Local Red Cross Drive Reaches Objective in High Point

High Point honors two young group leaders for directing the first local fund raising drive under the Red Cross since prior to the low mood. Pope, director of religious education at Wesley Memorial M E Church, and Mrs. O A Kirkman oversee the effort to enlist volunteers meeting the minimum contribution.

High Point Red Cross Pope Wesley Memorial The

Local Roll Call quota doubled to $2,000

High Point leaders reported the Roll Call annual drive reached its updated target of two thousand dollars, up from the usual under one thousand. The local committee confirmed the new quota is met this year.

High Point

Police Courtesy Not Evidence of Weakness

The local police chief warns officers that excessive force against prisoners will not be tolerated while acknowledging dangers officers face. He argues restraint does not erode authority and that temperate conduct strengthens, whereas intemperate language and brutality undermine the force and public trust.

North Carolina politician weighing gubernatorial bid at banquet

At the Farley banquet in Charlotte, veteran House member Farmer Bob Doughton is receptive to a governor run but says noAnnouncement yet. He hints a clear call from the people could push him toward the race while acknowledging his square place in national politics.

North Carolina Charlotte Bob’ Coughton House of Representatives Doughton Mr. Doughton House Washington Congress Mr. Coughton

Debt Amortization Plan Progress in High Point City

City Manager Knox reports progress on adjusting High Point public debt. Nine percent of bondholders have agreed to the exchange plan, with remaining holders to be persuaded or compelled via federal court. Uncertainty remains due to unknown bondholders in small blocks.

Knox High Point

Inflation and aviation talk color a late 1920s column

The column discusses city finance and debt amortization, inflation schemes, and court limits, praising prudent municipal planning. It contrasts inflation fakes with real progress in aviation led by Turner and Rickenbacker, arguing their experiments underpin future high speed air travel.

Col Roscoe Turner Eddie Rickenbacker New York Los Angeles Turners Rickenbackers

Potential Capacity Report Skews Toward Utopian Spending

Bruce Catton reports on the National Survey of Potential Product Capacity showing vast scope to meet all citizen wants without capacity limits. It argues 1929 production could have supplied adequate diets, clothing, housing, and medical care if markets and employment aligned, with a path to universal affordability and expanded public services. It also notes progress toward an infantile paralysis serum from Dr. William H. Park and early inoculations.

National America William H. Park New York City

Pennsylvania Jobs Rise as Democrats Face January Tasks

Pennsylvania reports higher employment amid economic uptick while Democrats confront expected January duties and policy challenges. The brief notes shifting labor data and pending political priorities for the party.

Pennsylvania

Roosevelt Proves Greater Utility Than Public Power

In the matter of electric power, President Roosevelt is proving himself a greater utility to the United States than all public utilities together.

Roosevelt United States

Oil Spouting Well Opens in Texas Cemetery

A well erupts with oil at a Texas cemetery, creating an unexpected resource for residents. The incident draws attention to the cemetery grounds and raises questions about safety, access, and local impact.

Texas

Cameos Through Time From Stone to Shells

For centuries cameos were carved in stone then lava was used in later eras and today shells are the preferred material. The passage outlines a shift in materials reflecting changing tastes and technological access.

Thoughts on Broadway Returners and Public Figures

New York column notes Marc Connelly and Brock Pemberton returning from exile with a smash hit while Will Rogers is the top American air traveler. Mentions include Al Smith, Lou Little in a fireman’s hat, Ed Wynn, Elmer Davis, and Edwin Hill as notable figures amid Empire State attractions.

New York Marc Connelly Brock Pemberton Will Rogers America Rascal Willie Empire Building al Smith Lou Little Ed Wynn Elmer Davis Edwin Hill Aurora Ind

Fashionable Entry on the Avenue by Twyefort

Raymond G Twyefort a ringer for Warren Williams and fashion chair man for the American tailors breaks out on the avenue in sartorial dazzle. He wears a soft brown worsted coat brown hound’s tooth trousers a fawn stream line vest sawed off and double breasted a wing collar stripped bat tie a gray brown derby light chamois gloves and brown Oxfords.

Raymond G. Twyefort Warren Williams American Tailors

Cardiac history links Wells family to early deaths

The article notes a pattern of heart trouble in H. G. Wells and relatives, with most dying suddenly before age 70 and some in their 80s. Wells himself is in his late 60s and hopes to live long as his forebears did not.

H. G. Well’s Mr. Wells

London foursome at Simpson's and Claridge's Bayoy

The Jimmy Walkers and Michael Ariens form a familiar London quartet seen often together at Simpson's and the Bayoy of Claridge's. Ariens rises in literary circles with his new work Hell Said the Duchess a blood and thunder travesty on stage.

Jimmy Walkers Michael Ariens London Simpson's Claridge’s Arien

Notable Dancer Names Highlight Public Beauty

The speaker ranks professional dancers by beauty, naming Kendall Lee as the prettiest, with Joan Sawyer as runner up. Included are Irene Castle, Barbara Bennett, Eleanor Ambr ose, Mae Murray, Marjorie Moss, Yolande, Margaret Hawkaworth, Claire Luce, Leonore Hughes, Bessie McCoy, Harriet Hoctor, and others.

Kendall Lee Joan Sawyer Irene Castle Barbara Bennett Eleanor Ambrose Mae Murray Marjorie Moss Yolande Margaret Hawkaworth Claire Luce Leonore Hughes Bessie McCoy Harriet Hoctor

Relentless mystery readers named in quirky portraits

The piece notes Will Cuppy as a tireless mystery novel reader who has devoured output for 15 years and reads two or three nightly. It adds Otto Kahn’s appetite for shocking thrillers and mentions Chief Justice Hughes traveling with a detective table for fortification.

Will Cuppy Otto Kahn Hughes

Noted New York miniature artist overcomes physical limits

One of New York's expert miniature painters is nearly stone deaf and blind in one eye with partial vision in the other. Despite this severe handicap she produces astonishing work. The piece contrasts daily frustrations with her remarkable artistic achievement.

New York

West Street to Host Luxurious Lunch Wagon for Dock Workers

A new deluxe lunch wagon on West Street will serve dock workers and freight handlers with a 100-seat dining area. Cushioned stools with back rests promise comfort while a humorous memory of Ed Wynn’s aunt frames the piece.

West Street Ed Wynn McNaught Syndicate

Daily Lessons In English Word Study Delight

W. L. Gordon presents language tips on misuse pronunciation and spelling with a focus on a daily word. Today’s word is sanctimonious meaning a show of sanctity. The note warns against overacting virtue and cites a hypocritical stance.

Modern Etiquette Inquiries Explained By Roberta LeP

A Q and A on wedding manners covers whether the groom may furnish part of the bride’s trousseau, inviting a guest of honor at receptions, and portion guidance for soup. It notes John Cabot, discoverer of Newfoundland, was paid $40 for his discovery.

John Cabot Newfoundland

Oboe Players Pause for Exhalation Not Inhalation

Cameos now feature the black helmet shell as the predominant form. The text notes oboe players require frequent pauses to exhale rather than inhale during performance.

Look and Learn: Quick Facts Quiz

A compact Q and A from a period lookback. It asks about daily U.S. births, Montana capital Helena and largest city Butte, per capita paper use about 200 pounds, Dempsey nicknamed for being born in Manassa, Colorado, and Levant defined as eastern Mediterranean coastal countries.

U. S Montana Jack Dempsey Helena Butte Manassa Cole Mediterranean

How Can I by Anne Ashley Practical Kitchen Q A

A newspaper style Q and A column offers simple homemaking tips. On odor removal, onions in water absorb smells. on sour cream, a pinch of baking soda can help prevent curdling. on baking, grease tins with fresh lard to prevent sticking and scorches.

New York Scientists Track One Horn Rhino in Africa

A New York research team scouting Africa for a one horn rhinoceros reportedly encountered a possible specimen closer to home after a night of field research and casual drinks in the city.

New York Africa

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