Broadmindedness and the value of balanced thought
The essay defends broadmindedness as mental agility gained through constant study and meditation. It condemns gossip as malice or imbecility, cites Dr. Johnson and his companions as examples, and urges avoiding extremism to pursue constructive, selective, and affirmative thinking.
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J. G. Holland
Samuel Johnson
Sir Joshua Reynolds
David Garrick
Oliver Goldsmith
James Boswell
Dr. Johnson
Johnson
Absentee Ballot Educational Program Seeks Honest Elections
A series by Raymond C. Maxwell, executive secretary of the State Board of Elections, outlines educating voters on absentee ballot use to prevent abuse and promote fair elections through intensive investigations.
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Raymond C. Maxwell
State Board of Elections
Maxwell
Absentee Ballot Misuse Urges Statewide Reform
A judge contends that alleged fraud in absentee voting stems from technical ignorance rather than intent. He urges a timely program to remedy the issue, calling misuse a black mark on the state's record and insisting it be removed promptly.
Mussolini chides Hitler as Italy bristles at Germany
The article reports Mussolini addressing 3,000 Italian militiamen, denouncing racial doctrines while praising Italy's strength and warning of tense relations with Hitler. It notes Smedley Butler’s radio interruptions and predicts potential friction between Germany and Italy if Mussolini’s remarks provoke a reaction.
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Italy
Caesar
Virgil
Augustus
Smedley Butler
Mussolini
Hitler
Germany
New Deal and Christian Ideals in Democratic Vision
The speaker contrasts Mussolini’s crowd psychology with Christian brotherhood and argues the New Deal must be grounded in faith. He cites Secretary Wallace and Paul as exemplars, urging leaders to pursue a frontier of spirit, clean hearts, and spiritual wealth for a lasting reform.
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Benito Mussolini
Milan
Christian Brotherhood
Mussolini
Paul
Ocean
Washington
Se Iary Wallace
Christians Unite Against Demagogues to Foster Brotherhood
The speaker urges common people to reject inherited prejudice and worldly power plays. He argues Christianity’s call for brotherhood and cooperation can free nations from fear greed and hatred and rival Mussolini in spiritual wealth.
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Mussolini
Random Thoughts From a Rambler's Notebook Tigers Cardinals Clash
By W. A. Bivins the writer notes a tense Tigers versus Cardinals game and marvels at the match’s pace. He remarks on the frenzy and his own rambling reflections while watching the contest unfold.
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Tigers
Cardinals
Absence Explained As Column Missed After Mountain Trip
A column was not published last Sunday due to a week in the western North Carolina mountains. The writer explains missing the city before 10 PM on September 29.
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North
Carlo I
Tigers Triumph as Local Hero Raymond Hayworth Stars
After a long game the Tigers clinched a pennant with Raymond Hayworth, a local catcher, delivering the win. The writer notes pride in the hometown player and the thrill of the victory.
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Tigers
Raymond Hayworth
I Will Look to the Hills in the Mountains
The narrator extols the mountains as a source of deep meaning and joy. He contrasts hill country pride with a reverent view of the Blue Ridge and Round Knob, invoking psalmist language and a wish to build tabernacles for kin and all who find joy there.
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Piedmont Hills
David
Blue Ridge
Round Knob
Andrew
John Hackett
Chaddesbourne
Mr. Hackett
Helen Ombersley
Miles
Catherine
Selby
Dr. Selby
Miss Leach
Aaron Bunt
Nellie Bunt
Morgan Jones
Elsie Cookson
Elsie
Steve Lydgate
Jim
Mary Lydgate
Jack Ombersley
Mr. Young
Mountaineers of Cherokee Character Defy Teester Stereotype
The piece argues mountaineers are sensible and devout, not rattlesnake-chasing Teesters. It notes many in the Sylva area have never visited Asheville, yet prosper through farming and natural beauty, avoiding the need to seek life elsewhere.
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Sylva
Teester
Asheville
Pronunciation of Cherokee Names Explored by Professor Madison
Professor Madison of Western Carolina Teachers College discusses Cherokee pronunciation noting that they avoid lip contact and use rapid gutural sounds. He cites examples like Cullowhee Swannanoa and Tuckasegee to illustrate open mouths and flowing speech reflecting a native musical approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Western Carolina Teachers’ College
Trust in Each Other for Brighter Times
A citizen laments a widespread loss of confidence among people in business and government. He urges renewed trust between capital and labor, bankers and borrowers, and in state and national leadership to restore peace, good will, and prosperity for America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Recollections of High Point’s Stage and City Days
An avid writer recalls early High Point life from the stagecoach era to incorporation as a city. He describes railroads, street names, a maple tree along the rail line, local businesses, and a life steeped in memory, noting dates and places from 1889 onward.
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W. A. Blair
John Brown
Randleman
Worthville
Ramseur
Franklinville
Asheboro
Troy
High Point
Fred Tate
Richmond & Danville R. R
Southern Ry
Main Street
Broad
Salem Street
Fayetteville Street
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