Charity Shelter of Sins
A brief moral note invokes charity as mercy for many sins quoting I Peter 4 8 and emphasizes charitable acts as a guiding principle.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1927
Page
4
A brief moral note invokes charity as mercy for many sins quoting I Peter 4 8 and emphasizes charitable acts as a guiding principle.
Walt Whitman The selection From Song for All Seas All Ships celebrates sailors and ships with a bold chant of sea captains mates and intrepid crews chosen by old ocean. It imagines nations united by the sea and the enduring indomitable spirit of seafaring life.
The article discusses a plan to permit Sunday golf at Greensboro while restricting play from 10 to 1. The proposal aims to match Sedgefield Country Club hours, with Sabbatarian ministers opposing any compromise that would shorten church obligations. High Point has later Sunday play, and Greensboro seeks local resolution without restricting outside clubs.
Yesterday New York State voters rejected the Republican challenge to Al Smith on changing the gubernatorial election year and other issues. Commentators say Smith appears to be losing state control and may not carry New York in the presidential race. Local issues favored Democrats but many want a Republican administration in Washington.
The passage notes overwhelming support for Al Smith in New York on issues aligning with the governor. It describes a distinct bid by New York for favor for Smith as the Democratic convention approaches. It emphasizes Smith's personal strength and broad appeal.
Voters rejected a measure to restore the jurisdiction of Ohio justices of the peace after a Supreme Court ruling held judges cannot try criminal defendants if they have a substantial financial stake in the outcome. The magistrates’ fees tied to conviction were deemed a substantial interest, potentially compromising trial fairness. The piece notes potential parallels to a North Carolina case on speed trap judgments.
A reflective essay links the Dayton monkey trial and anti royalty critiques to defend pride in American origins. It notes rising wealth from 1921 to 1926, Olympic scale gains in national wealth, and the improbability of a boxing champion like Gene Tunney remaining anonymous in public.
A quirky note suggests the fall of Adam and Eve might be linked to a banana rather than an apple. The tongue in cheek remark adds a peel of humor to a famous tale.
Pilot George Hal Deman is noted alongside Ruth Elder in coverage of the transatlantic flyer venture. The article highlights their roles and the broader effort to cross the ocean by air during the era.
In Chicago public life mixes with wartime rhetoric as England observes rat week. The quip notes Big Bill Thompson’s effort in the city while London headlines a pest awareness campaign.
A Chicago woman shot her husband after he declined to eat following a large meal she prepared. The incident highlights a claim that women justify actions with a reason for everything.
Mayor Thompson references a British history text used in Chicago that labels George Washington as a rebel. The remark prompts debate over Washington’s classification and political loyalties.
Secretary Wilbur, after reading criticism of the navy by Admiral Magruder, said he was greatly interested. Having relieved the admiral at the Philadelphia navy yard, he may send Magruder to Guam to prove his interest.
The proposed Piedmont and Northern railway extension from Spartanburg into North Carolina and Charlotte to Winston-Salem draws national attention after an unfavorable Interstate Commerce Commission report. Supporters say growth justifies expansion while opponents from Southern Railway argue territory is already served. Greensboro anticipates future P and N lines reaching the city.
The Atlanta Constitution argues that criminal codes must be revised to close loopholes that let wealthy criminals avoid punishment. It decries lawlessness rooted in technicalities, cites Taft, and urges a Moses-like movement to restore public confidence in courts and equal justice.
North Carolina Methodist conference opened in Raleigh as Bishop Edwin K. Mouzon stressed living a Christ like life over doctrinal debates. Chief Justice Stacy delivered a state greeting, the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper began the session, and T. M. Grant was elected secretary with W. H. Brown and E. L. Hillman as assistants.
In Kinston 350 out of town delegates join the largest NC Christian Church convention. Dr. B A Abbott opens with a call for Christian union and notes 70 religions spoke openly. Lee Sadler of Richmond delivers the Golden Jubilee address as the 50 year growth climbs from 6000 to over 25000 members.
Washington reports Sen Smoot will not seek Senate ratification of the 4.025 billion dollar French debt settlement this session. France may delay awaiting its next election, while some senators grow skeptical of prospects. Smoot calls the U S–France agreement liberal within his bounds.
In Walsenburg Colorado a brawl between state police and strikers left several injured including Major William Howells of the Colorado National Guard. Police raided a hall where an I W W speaker was addressing about 400 strikers, then faced brick and stone projectiles.
Plans for the annual flower show bazaar and dinner at Wesley Memorial church are nearly complete with a 9 pm setup tonight for a grand opening tomorrow. The event runs through Friday with many cash donations and prizes for chrysanthemums roses and other blooms. Entries from all flower growers welcome with no entry fee and flowers due by 9 am tomorrow.
Duke leaders and Duke endowment figures from North Carolina Public Service and Piedmont and Northern Railway are noted, with Dr Rankin and W S Lee to speak at a banquet on hospitalization work and power development. The piece also reports the Sixth District winning the P T Cup for organizing the most local associations.
Emma Greenwald of Mt. Horeb Wis was found dead near Dousnan after she was kidnapped last night following her husband being slugged and dumped in a ditch. The husband was hurled from their car and is hospitalized in Milwaukee.
Relief and reconstruction efforts pressed forward across northern Vermont and western Massachusetts as winter neared. Maj. Gen. Preston Brown moved airbase operations to Burlington while Boston and Maine Railroad restored service to Canada. Dartmouth and Smith College students joined local helpers, aiding refugees with food clothing and shelter.
A delicate evening hat showcases gold lace with a scalloped edge forming the flange. The design highlights fine craftsmanship and subtle elegance for formal wear.
A nostalgia filled ad promotes Fletcher's Castoria as harmless for infants. It claims fast relief from fretfulness fever colic constipation diarrhea and helps natural sleep with no bitter taste. The copy emphasizes the product is plant based and physician recommended and adds a care and feeding book as a bonus.
Four homes in Emery wood listed with prices and locations on Lexington Avenue Carter Street East Green Granby Woodbery Randolph Highland English State Ennis Barker Worth Smith Thistle Forrest Guilford avenues. Two Montlieu Ave homes available for sale or rent. Properties financed and purchasable like rent with trade options. We Finance Homes contact O. E. Mendenhall Co. 208-12 Wachovia Bank Bldg. Phone 2249.
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