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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1962
Page
4
The 87th Congress ends a lengthy session amid mixed reviews as it grapples with postwar issues. Kennedy faced gains in security while domestic programs like farm aid and education stalled. With many members campaigning, voters face choosing a stronger or weaker, older or younger Congress for the 88th term.
Cuban reports claim a PT boat attack off Mantanzas Province underscores the push to end communist influence before the 1964 national elections. James Reston notes no invasion or blockade, but intensified surveillance and turmoil as Cuba remains a political issue for the administration.
Editorial notes Algeria's dependence on the United States and France for aid while Ben Bella, a militarist nationalist, meets President Kennedy. Algeria faces bankruptcy risk and a potential military takeover, yet could become a bridge to other nations as oil royalties and gas prospects grow. Ben Bella plans a Cuba visit to exchange views with Fidel Castro.
The High Point Enterprise is an independent newspaper established in 1884 and published daily afternoon and Sunday morning from 305 307 North Main Street in High Point North Carolina.
The report outlines a good newspaper as a trusted public conscience. It stresses truth, completeness, objectivity, responsible editing, clear sources, and protection of free speech, privacy, and human betterment. It calls for superior staff, format, space, and strong circulation and advertising to stay independent.
The chatter centers on naming the Wilkesboro dam and reservoir after Kerr Scott and a proposed Duke Power State Park at Sherrill's Ford. Gov. Sanford announced the park naming, while critics cite partisanship and precedent from Crabtree Creek. Proponents note Scott’s water projects and ties to the region.
Notes discuss land gift by Duke Power Co and park naming chances. Senator Jordan pushes water projects with Corps surveys in Tar River and Yadkin Pee Dee basins. Reports hint at a governor’s office book while Alleghany County adds Little Grandfather Mountain road and Thomasville approves a $3,000 grade separation survey for rail traffic needs.
Furniture retailers from many states converge for the fall show with expectations of a robust season. A 1962 peak may unfold despite higher production costs and wage increases, while West Coast price shifts push costs upward.
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