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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1937
Page
4
Faith Before Works Quote Attributed To Whately
A religious fragment states that faith precedes good works and purifies hearts by faith. It cites Acts 15 9 and notes the flower before the fruit image.
Know Your Own State and North Carolina History
ARL Goerch of Raleigh laments widespread North Carolina history ignorance after street radio polls fail to name Zebulon B. last name. He faults schools for lacking comprehensive statewide knowledge as ads aim to showcase the Old North State. Teachers must first learn NC history and geography to teach the next generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arl Goerch
Raleigh
North Carolina
Zebulon B
Carl
Goerch
Old North
United States
America
China accuses Japan of poison gas near Shanghai
The Chinese government alleges Japan employs mustard gas in artillery around Shanghai and questions the verbal justification for Japan’s aggression in China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Shanghai
China
Temporary lull in national business prompts mixed forecasts
National City Bank of New York notes a pause in manufacturing and overall activity after the vacation period. Optimists cite five straight years of rising business, while pessimists warn of an unclear horizon and expect further fluctuations in the cycle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National City Bank of New York
Hollywood buzz links Duke of Windsor to world film czar post
Motion picture columnist George Fischer in the Los Angeles Evening News reports a rumor that the Duke of Windsor may move to Hollywood to become a roving world film censor and ambassador. The position carries a salary around $100,000 annually, though the proposal could bring the ex-royal more headaches than crowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
George Fischer
Los Angeles Evening News
Duke of Windsor
Splendid Opportunity to Sell High Point
A two week tour through North Carolina by travel writers and executives from 24 states will culminate in a October 16 luncheon with High Point citizens. The article urges locals to propose ideas to showcase High Point’s industries, resorts, farms, and coastal strengths to influential visitors and promote the city to the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smoky Mountains National Park
North Carolina
Cherokee
Manteo
Piedmont
High Point
Aunt Jane Fends Off Neighbor Witchcraft Accusation in Virginia
In Clintwood Virginia 82 year old Aunt Jane Dutton faces a local witchcraft charge after bearded 83 year old Rocky Joe Stanley calls her a witch. She obtained a warrant accusing him of abusive language and stands ready for trial in a case noted as a rare modern stand against superstition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Rocky Joe
Aunt Jane
United States
Salem
General Pershing Points Out Sloppy Boots Across Legion Meet
In France General Pershing halted a touring American Legion gathering to call out three ex-buck privates who hadn’t shined their shoes as he spoke to the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pershing
American Legion
France
Buck
Revival of Republicans urged by Mr Dunn letter
Former President Hoover calls for a national Republican convention to reenergize the party and confront New Deal tactics. He argues only through open debate can Republicans renew principles and fight for America’s preservation. He urges rank and file to publish their views to stimulate further discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunn
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
America
Farley
Republican Party
Seeing Our Jobs As Part Of The Whole
Bruce Catton argues that colleges must train citizens first and business people second. Dr. Luther A. Hart urges graduates to tackle global problems, resist fascist and communist temptations, and view business as part of a larger society. He says national welfare rests on collective adjustment and shared prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Catton
Liberal Arts
Luther A. Hart
Pennsylvania
Banking
Huhlenberg College
Heading Off Fascism in London Civics Rise to Stop Oswald Mosley
A London crowds of about 100000 mobs disrupts Sir Oswald Mosley’s fascist marchs as Britain’s capital shows strong opposition to fascism. Observers note public protest may curb fascist demonstrations and weaken Mosley’s movement in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Empire
Oswald Mosley
London
Oswald
Behind The Scenes At Washington Roosevelt Speech Plot
Washington observers note Cordell Hull and Roosevelt coordinated a phased foreign policy push before the Chicago address. Hull’s New York and Boston speeches framed international order, with caution toward public reaction. The piece discusses trade with Japan, potential boycotts, and economic links to war materials, highlighting policy tensions across regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cordell Hull
Roosevelt
Chicago
Japan
Hull
New York
Boston
State Department
China
Spain
Europe
Far East
Latin America
Aisk
NEA Service, Inc
Movie Gal Prepares Publicity Stunt For Wind Role
A publicity hungry actress fails to convince editors she was chosen for Gone With the Wind and instead announces plans to marry Rudy Vallee, aiming to drum up press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudy Valee
A. F. L. Leader Slams Auto Industry Union Drive
Francis Dillon says the unionization drive in the auto industry has failed. Messrs. Sloan and Chrysler consider what would make such a drive succeed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Dillon
The
Sauto
Messrs. Sloan
Chrysler
Maryland college dietitian plans slow waltzes at meals
A dietitian at a Maryland college arranges slow waltzes to accompany dining room meals to slow student eating. When bread pudding is served, the band will be told to swing it to fit the timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dietitian
Maryland College
Ethiopians observe multiple long religious fasts
Ethiopians fast nearly two thirds of the year with six church periods ranging from 15 to 56 days. During these fasts the faithful abstain from flesh butter milk and other animal products.
Schwab receives autograph gift in New York chat
O C McIntyre reports in a Bennett style diary from New York dated October 11. Schwab is given an autographed picture of himself and Mrs Schwab at Loretto amid reflections on marriage and longevity. The author muses on fame and critics noting Garner and playwrights in a light humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Arnold Bennett
Charles M. Schwab
Mrs. Schwab
Loretto
Los Angeles
Ogalallah Wowe
Caphus Grant
Jack Dempsey
Dickens
Robert Louis Stevenson
Victor Moore
Throttlebottom
John Garner
Garner
Gilibert
Sylvan
Daniels and Lyon Plan Three Month South Africa Tour
Bebe Daniels notes in London that she and husband Ben Lyon will tour South Africa for three months. After quitting studio life they moved to London and the continent for personal appearances, riding on long standing popularity and a year of busy work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bebe Daniels
London
Ben Lyon
South Africa
Grammatical lapses and polished phrasing praised
The writer notes common errors like most unique, cites Meredith Cooper H G Wells and E R Edison as examples of lapses or slips. The speaker admires a line from a 1920s armored knight roman and a vivid metaphor of pearls and a bee winged kiss, praising the glow of a polished phrase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meredith Cooper
H. G. Wells
E. R. Edison
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw in Society Circles
A portrait of Evelyn Nesbit Thaw as she navigates public curiosity. Despite tribulation she remains cultured and well spoken with precise English and wide vocabulary. Circumstances force her to earn a living in night clubs as a curio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Marconi Quietly Repeats Lord's Prayer During Drawing
A historical note recalls Marconi at work in a quiet moment, repeating the Lord's Prayer as he drew. The anecdote highlights his focus and spiritual calm amid technical pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marconi
Local News Notes and Upcoming Events
Calcutta native M H Joa chim to lecture at High Point College under lyceum. Councilman Charles F Blake injured fatally in Highway 10 crash north of Lexington. Evangelistic meetings at Archdale Friends church led by Rev Tilman Hobson. Arkansas touring party slated for Nov 14. Sedgefield Inn to open tomorrow. Packard sedan of Judge Donald McRae damaged in Raleigh collision. H E Davis driving Chrysler. Judge unhurt. Rupert Pickens injured. Mrs Lewis Patton of Durham injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. H. Joachim
Calcutta
India
High Point College
Charles F. Blake
Second Ward
Lexington
Archdale Friends Church
Tilman Hobson
Arkansas
Sedgefield Inn
Sedgefield
Donald McRae
Raleigh
H. E. Davis
Rupert Pickens
Lewis Patton
Durham
Final breath of science and faith unite in perfection idea
The excerpt notes how science and religion often appear apart yet share a belief in a supreme perfection behind creation. It mentions Dr Alexis Carrel and his work Man the Unknown, highlighting that great minds converge on a notion of an absolute perfection guiding existence naming God or Higher Power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexis Carrell
Billy Bryant the River Showboat Man Ends Wintering in Pt Pleasant
The writer portrays Billy Bryant as the last of river showboat men. He winters at Pt Pleasant four miles from Gallipolis. Bryant owns the show boat heads the troupe and handles tickets caliope playing and a relief turn in the pilot house. He enjoys simple pleasures and evenings on the top deck singing old time songs as the sun sets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Bryant
Pt. Pleasant
Gallipolis
Billy
New York Visitors Return After Wilkesboro Visit
Mrs. Albert Fiddler and her small son Joseph have returned to New York following a visit here. Miss Lillian Baker spent the weekend at her home near North Wilkesboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Fiddler
Joseph
New York
Lillian Baker
North Wilkesboro
City council blocks carnival shows in High Point
Twenty years ago the High Point city council refused a carnival company permission to stage its shows. Councilman Stanton said he opposed the acts saying they prey on people who can ill afford it and vowed to vote against them while in office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Stanton
Ofce
Greensboro Fair Attended by Lowe and Redding
George Lowe and Charles Redding attended the Greensboro fair today. Co. C Earnhardt was in Greens boro today on legal business. News Briefs note British and French forces advancing at the Ypres sector in France and a meeting among crews of German ships at Wilhelmshaven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Lowe
Charles Redding
Greensboro
Co. C. Earnhardt
Ypres
France
Wilhelmshaven
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