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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1963
Page
3
A fragment praises Christ as the single great word valued above all languages on earth and in heaven, reflecting devotional tone and reverent emphasis.
The North Carolina General Assembly faces a pivotal week to redistrict fairly under constitutional mandate amid a history of impasse. Governor Sanford proposes a fair plan as citizens demand equal representation and avert federal court intervention, with broader stakes of tax power and regional political balance.
High Point begins television service as WGHP-TV goes on air while three bidders fight FCC Channel 8 allocation to Southern Broadcasters. The station aims to draw a sizable audience alongside WFMY-TV Greensboro and WSJS-TV Winston Salem, serving the Three-City region until ownership is resolved.
South Korea schedules a presidential vote amid a rigged process led by Gen. Chung Hee Park. Officials warn the polls are compromised as political imprisonments and coercion loom, with a cholera outbreak adding to the somber backdrop of October’s mock democracy.
Lloyd Wendt argues against claims that newspapers are in decline. He notes rising total US newspaper circulation, the growth of suburban and suburban and metropolitan papers, and the role of modern media. He stresses newspapers’ public duties and teamwork behind strong editorial voices.
Editor notes National Society of the Children of the American Revolution marks October 12 to 19 as National Patriotic Education Week to foster awareness of American privileges and traditions under the theme One Nation Under God. Mrs. Peace voices hope in affordable food product Incaparina aiding malnourished children worldwide.
North Carolina commissioner William G. Ragsdale Jr and a delegation toured behind the Iron Curtain. They observed better living conditions than expected and noted English is taught to every school child, while propaganda has eased with Voice of America broadcasts no longer jammed. The group met Moscow officials and discussed politics, governance, and potential future elections. Ragsdale cited Democratic gains and contemplated stepping down, hoping Democrats retain county seats next year. Several travelers reported illnesses, and medicine supplies ran low behind the Iron Curtain. The High Point Parking Corp will hold a stockholders meeting to discuss 1982 results and set a date for the annual meeting. Lawson Allen to become business manager at High Point College, with Wes Gaynor assisting. President Patton praised the transition as essential for organizational continuity.
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