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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1936
Page
4
An Associated Press notice explains that collectors cannot charge for more than two months at a time. The article notes direct office payments and credits for publication, while outlining rights and responsibilities of the paper and affiliates.
A devotional excerpt contrasts fleshly lust with the bounds of the Divine law. It cites Romans 18 14 and reflects on life’s battle to temper desire by spiritual discipline as taught by I B Brown.
Obituary reflects on Sir Basil Zaharoff who died at Monte Carlo after a long career as a top arms dealer. The piece condemns his influence and wealth, noting he helped finance wartime destruction and became one of Europe's richest men. It contrasts public condemnation with a charitable call to support tuberculosis relief and health education campaigns.
A historical plea on continuing the fight against tuberculosis through ongoing funding, research, and public health efforts. It cites Jacob Riis and emphasizes the dangers of halting sanatoria, associations, tuberculin testing, and scientific work in the battle against tuberculosis.
High Point merchants express optimism that the upcoming holiday season will be the strongest since 1929. They cite improved general business conditions and recent bonuses from large firms. Wariness about leftover bonuses may fuel Christmas spending and sales.
The Co operative League of America in its biennial congress heard leaders argue co operatives will redefine national distribution and boost prosperity beyond aiding low paid workers. President Green warned against limited aims while Edward Filene urged new thinking to spread prosperity, shaping a broader consumer backed cooperative philosophy.
The piece notes that the first chauffeurs were brigands and that, judging by their charges, many modern drivers still revert to type.
A brief note describes a path to earnings through bowling excellence and exhibition events, highlighting skill development and public showcases as routes to income.
New York writer ruminates on theater figures, venues, and tastes from Brooks Atkinson to Raquel Meller. He recalls breakfast spots, book tastes, and dream itineraries, with mentions of Belasco, Holliday, Rogers, Kern, Thalberg, and Thalberg’s era.
A reminiscence contrasts elegant society dining with political life. Alice Roosevelt Longworth and Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt are highlighted as leading journalistic figures who would have influenced public opinion through daily columns. The piece notes a shift from era activism to measured public discourse.
With up to 1,000 candidates to be initiated at the I O O F degree demonstration on December 30, lodges across North Carolina and neighboring states show strong interest in the event.
A coal dealer says there is no actual shortage, only public fear leading to stockpiling. The report notes higher coal intake this year than last, while other items mention Rev. A G Dixon’s return to High Point and Rev. Gilbert T Rowe’s reassignment to Wesley Memorial church along with local social notes.
Frank Sizemore urged buyers to shop locally in High Point this Christmas season. He advised looking over High Point first, suggesting residents may find exactly what they want at moderate prices, right in town.
Kiwanis club members entertained the college football squad at the Country Club Friday. Coach Boylin and 20 players shared a turkey dinner. Also, Mr. and Mrs. Max Bones spent the day in Durham and Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Amos depart for Grand Rapids and New York. Mrs. Roy Spearman returned from Elizabeth City to visit relatives in Tarboro and Sunset Drive host H. L. Clark family.
News briefs report M A Trexler of Salisbury losing 11000 in cash and securities when his home burned. Mt Vesuvius near Naples erupts with a lava flow six feet deep and twenty feet wide. Three High Point banks will distribute nearly 80000 on December 15. The North Carolina Republican party spent 12928.08 in the campaign ending with the November 2 election.
The Danville Bee notes a scorching exchange about Woodrow Wilson born December 28, 1856 in Virginia buried November 7, 1916 in New York. It claims he rose from the dead in California November 9, 1916 and caused Republican leaders to retreat on November 10, 1916.
British forces destroyed two zeppelins with flames along the northern English coast and crews perished. New York women resist rising living costs. Governor elect T W Bickett asks postponement of inauguration to January 11. A British saving of five million dollars could be achieved in two weeks by skipping meatone day per week.
A cabinet member and a Supreme Court Justice are described as Amos n Andy fans while Octavus Roy Cohen favors cinema with Shirley Temple. Maurice Chevalier is singled out for a bold wardrobe and style, and King Edward is praised for jaunty sport coat. Fred Astaire and Robert Benchley contrasted in voice. Brief post dinner speeches noted.
A Bruce Catton essay argues the automobile era harms skunks and mirrors America's larger failure to adapt. It cites highway fatalities for skunks, then critiques how nations and society stumble when changing times outpace tradition.
The American navy plans a $15,000,000 floating drydock over 1000 feet long and 165 feet wide with a pointed bow and stern gate for taking aboard ships. It can be towed at 10 knots and would serve even aircraft carriers like Lexington and Saratoga, enabling bases to follow deep harbors and offering unprecedented fleet mobility.
In a candid reflection Frank Crowninshield recalls a lifelong writing career spanning 28 years with editors rarely restricting content. He notes a personal shift from disliking grapefruit to craving it, illustrating how tastes and professional life evolve.
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