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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1946
Page
4
The community chest drive opens with enthusiasm as local industries report early over-the-top support. Organizers aim to complete the campaign within a week, shortening the lengthy past efforts and urging rapid contributions from area prospects.
A.M. Pullen and company auditors commended Guilford County for efficient book-keeping through June 30, noting only minor recommendations. The piece argues the U.S. should offer financial guidance and technical help to other nations rather than blanket loans, stressing the role of sound credit in world recovery.
Washington reports hint of textiles decontrol as OPA criticism grows after meat failures. The piece argues price ceilings have failed to bring goods to market with wool fabrics increasing ceilings but suits untouched, predicting eventual price-driven competition and more available clothing after freer trade.
Secretary Averell Harriman, sworn in yesterday as Secretary of Commerce, stated the core aim is to direct national abilities toward production to meet peacetime needs. He emphasized focusing on efficient output to support civilian needs and economic recovery.
A Bristol England fox hunt story features Berkley hounds pursuing a fox that vanished into a cliffside hole as the pack fell from rocks below. The incident inspires sympathy for the under dog despite the pack’s demise in a dramatic chase.
John M Roche of the National Safety Council urges reshaping fashion to cut hazards from high heels rings and bracelets and veils and hats. He warns fashion choices can spark accidents at work and home and predicts personal risk if opposition continues.
Capitol Square reports detail limited female representation in the North Carolina General Assembly from 1921 to 1945 with only seven women across six counties and the sole senator Gertrude Dill McKee. It notes all women forming the Democratic side and highlights roles as clerks and the 1943 45 leadership of Annie E. Cooper. The piece cites campaign commentary urging more female Democratic participation and notes veterans’ views from the San Francisco convention, including opposition to wage caps for on the job trainees and the Bradley plan.
Lynn Nisbet notes some employers cheated the program while VA should not punish all ex service members. Ramsey says bonus vote reports are inaccurate. North Carolina had few delegates present, California showed substantial votes. Unemployment data show only a small veteran minority exhausted readjustment allowances and few applied for benefits. average duration under the program was under ten weeks.
The article argues that hearings into the Montana primary reveal a broader US pattern of political activity. It cites sworn testimony and recorded campaign finances in Montana, contrasting with other states where only rumors exist. It notes the Smith Connally act limits unions from campaigns and mentions unions contributing to Leif Erickson in the Wheeler primary.
By George Sokolsky cites $12,800 to $11,000 in Leif Erickson primary funds with $6,750 from New York Chicago offices and unions. He questions Smith Connally act reach on primaries and warns against outside groups financing national elections. He argues this offends American representative government.
Peppy society column notes Peggy Cummins and Jimmy Stewart in town gossip and the film world buzz. Eric Johnston cancels a plane booking after a fatal crash, while Byrnes may re sign due to health. Rumors mix with espionage talk, fashion, and Hollywood intrigue as New York stars mingle with international figures.
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