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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1930
Page
4
A compact reflection contrasts biblical folly with human nature noting fools as lasting presence since Adam and citing Casimir Delavigne. The lines provoke meditation on effort versus idle living in a world of folly.
The article notes John D. Rockefeller Jr plans a large New York City radio center on land leased from Columbia University for three million dollars annually. It argues real estate remains a safe wealth basis, citing Rockefeller family prominence and the land’s productive use as essential to durable fortunes.
A 1930s editorial debate questions whether idle capital causes sluggish business or is caused by it. It argues money, when well distributed, aids a healthier market, but warns that merely pouring capital without higher wages won’t relieve unemployment or revive demand. The piece notes recovery is gradual even as capital is increased.
President Hoover seeks relief plans for jobless millions as winter nears. He meets with influential figures including Bernard Baruch, head of Woodrow Wilson’s War Industries Board, to organize relief efforts amid lingering unemployment.
Private citizens in New York plan to raise 150000 weekly to employ about 10000 men in parks and public works during winter. Chicago business groups fund 12000000 for relief use in the coming months as the nation faces a growing need.
The piece argues North Carolinians may shift party lines in the current campaign as Republicans claim hopes of winning seats including a senator and six congressmen. It questions the value of GOP appeals to disaffected Democrats and the paradox of praising Simmons and Jeffersonian principles, noting the role of the negro issue in party alignment.
The American Federation of Labor backs modifying the Volstead Act to permit 2.75 percent beer while opposing repeal. It argues government compromise may come, and notes wider public support. The piece links prohibition, unemployment, and machine-driven job loss, urging renewal of work for 15 million displaced workers to validate the machine age. It also critiques delays in Albert Fall's case and dismisses Legs Diamond’s shooting as monotonous NYPD routine.
Bruce Catton reports officials of the metal trades department of the American Federation of Labor warn that about 15 million men are out of work worldwide. The figure underscores enormous human suffering from starvation and disease and serves as a grim critique of modern civilization.
The American Architect cites Charles H. Cheeney stating most US houses last year were ugly and poorly planned, but the trend is reversing. Buyers pushing for better design and builders delivering may boost sales, signaling growing public taste and business incentive for quality.
Alonzo Stagg, 68, was seen coaching his Chicago squad recently with blocking and tackling drills. Observers say a formal comeback position could be created to suit his experience and leadership.
President Hoover will attend the Navy Princeton football game this fall. He may be embarrassed if his enthusiasm leads him to advocate naval reduction during the event.
London stock brokers staged an exhibition of their own paintings and joked about framing costs as they called for more margin.
A Chicago school opens to train waitstaff with a playful motto. The instructor reportedly tells each class that class will come to orders, signaling a dining service emphasis.
A baby under one year old in Hull England is being trained for boxing. The child has been licked and rocked to sleep and is described as starting a promising path in the sport.
Rome marks the eighth anniversary of the fascist march with eight provincial gatherings to broadcast Premier Mussolini s message and government programs. Berlin mourns Julius Einoedshofer the renowned concert director who collapsed after tapping for silence during a radio broadcast. Vatican announces Pope Pius will not participate in inaugurating the new Vatican City radio station.
Mexico City October 18 bankers agreed to withdraw millions of silver pesos from circulation to lift the coin value toward par. The move aims to stabilize the currency and restore confidence in the monetary system.
In Monterey Mexico parts of the city were flooded and surface streetcar service was paralyzed after a five hour downpour overnight.
Dispatches report heavy rains flood large parts of Chipas state in Mexico City area, disrupting rail traffic and hindering transport.
Young Ingram, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred P. Ingram Sr., was killed in a collision near State College. Murray and Chandler McComb, drivers of two vans, faces investigation into the wreck. Ingram, a 1929 High Point graduate, was active in Sigma Phi Epsilon and Eagle Scout work, with three sisters and two younger brothers surviving.
In Rio Grande do Sul civilians advance with no prior training as fighting blocs clash near Itarare rail head. Federal forces backed by heavy artillery repel the rebel assault and claim victory while revolutionaries report a broader offensive from Porto Alegre and Curitiba.
Spartanburg county officers hunted unknown persons after a coroner’s jury said Gilbert Fleming, 54, was killed by an axe. His widow remained in jail on murder charges after an inquest verdict. sheriff N L Bennett said she would be held.
The University of Oregon opened its medical school this fall with an inaugural class limited to sixty students.
Officers recovered a Chrysler sedan stolen from Fred G. Barbee of 206 East Green Street early today. The car was found deserted in a Reidsville pine thicket out of gas with a High Point city license tag, matching Barbee’s vehicle.
J E Owens of the Home Mortgage Company described the receivership as unexpected and said a meeting would be called to decide a course of action. Federal Judge Meekins appointed temporary receivers W G Brabham of Durham and T L Bland of Raleigh with a permanent hearing set for November 5 in Raleigh.
A crossword style prompt lists clues and answers for across and down entries. It includes terms from geography, language, science, and daily items, with yesterday’s answer noted for Ion.
Mrs Emily Newell Blair a politician and writer notes a wave of home making among women discontent with business progress She suggests women are retreating to home life across her speaking tour In Hollywood Edith Quier shoots 35 to match Bobby Jones scores on the coast during Harold Lloyd film antics
Governor Roosevelt's life has been insured for $500,000 by the trustees of the Georgia Warm Springs foundation, the health resort he helped develop. Once afflicted with infantile paralysis, he is now in excellent physical condition.
In Scar dale New York officials ban political rallies with bends and red fire amid concerns residents are too intellectual to attend such events.
Robert Murray Kavanaugh, 22, of Darlinghurst New South Wales, rescued a boy attacked by a shark at Bonds beach. The boy died after Kavanaugh brought him ashore, earning the King George the Albert Medal for gallantry in saving a life.
Ian Clair once vowed to wade through Harold Ross's hair but has failed to reach that aim. The Magazine editor’s hair, which used to rise in a puff, now lies flat and pressed down.
Dr C H Nabers pastor of First Presbyterian spoke to Kiwanis at the Elwood hotel on the Romance of Archaeology outlining four great discoverers Campbell and Marietta Lord Carnarvon and Howard Carter who uncovered the tomb of King Tut. A E B Taplin and Heeman F Abels led the program with A H E Tate and C F Tomlinson named for next week.
Tomorrow's worship at the First Methodist Protestant features Rev. R S Farmer delivering the morning sermon Why Go To Church The series continues with Why Join the Church and The One True Church The evening message at 730 PM is Another Comforter The services offer evangelism baptism and church union Junior Church at 11 AM by Prof W C King.
The sixth Michigan district is the state's largest congressional district with much of its territory in Detroit, shaping political boundaries and representation.
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