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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1939
Page
4
A Bible verse from John 16 24 invites asking in prayer to receive joy as a consequence. A Lavater quote adds that generous givers are inclined to ask nobly with boldness.
The Scapa Flow submarine attack exposes gaps in Britain’s anti submarine defenses and challenges faith in perfect protection. The piece also discusses U S highway funding ideas and the Washington wage hour controversy surrounding Elmer F. Andrews.
The Moscow discussions showed Turkey standing firm against Russian concessions while signaling alignment with Britain and France against Germany. Officials say negotiations failed as Soviet demands violated Turkish security, with the Turkish prime minister confirming the stance and noting potential Allied gains as the war evolves.
The Western North Carolina conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South will meet here next week with YWCA to serve lunch and supper daily during the conference. City schools enrollments are 450 above last year. Mrs Tom Kearns visits Charlotte relatives. Mr and Mrs C F Tomlinson attend the Carolina Georgia game in Chapel Hill. Virginia Hunt returns home from Appalachian State Normal College for the weekend. The State University dedicates its new library tomorrow. State College beat Wake Forest 8 to 6 and Basil Melton had a 2 yard run. The Webster family dog in Greensboro rang a fire alarm as a fire broke out at 7 AM, ten people sleeping inside. fire quickly controlled.
Bruce Catton reports from Washington that repeal of the arms embargo faces a long Senate process with multiple amendments likely. Provisions on 90 percent cash-and-carry credits and shipping restrictions spark anticipated clashes as administration aims for compromise while isolate groups mobilize campaigns.
Twenty years ago Local News notes subscriptions flowing in to buy stock in the South Atlantic Export Company. The city’s $10,000 quota was expected to be reached soon. Glenn Young, once a notable blockade foe, visited High Point with a Belgian war dog noted for trailing autos and distinguishing tire marks.
The item lists Mr. and Mrs. Homer Wheeler planning a Monday motor trip to Max Meadows Virginia, Octavius Harris returning from a western state trip, and E. E. Bunting of Greensboro registering at the Elwood Hotel. It also notes Lt. B. W. Maynard winning the national air derby and reports on political leaders commenting on war and peace with quotes attributed to Daladier Hoover La Guardia and Downey.
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