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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1956
Page
4
A Twenty Century Fund survey shows democracies cope with peace and war better than absol ustist regimes. It notes dictatorships hide behind false democratic forms, while free nations must expand freedom or risk retreat. The piece argues that the world is half free and half slave, heightening duty on all to defend free institutions.
Conference with Southern Railway System vice president Robert Woodall and Greensboro freight staff discussed High Point switching disputes. Woodall outlined six conclusions including no current plan to extend cancellations, High Point as a unique NC site, and tariff inclusion decisions based on demonstrated advantage. Local leaders urged a fair community solution.
Friends urged Miss Beatrice Cobb to launch a daily Morganton News Herald. On October 29 it becomes a North Carolina daily, preserving its lively heritage and community focus with enthusiasm and vision.
The sketch of Thomasville’s new $100,000 library building signals a modern facility admired by Inston-Salem readers. High Point notes the city’s library as a model, while Twin City Sentinel highlights industrial towns like Thomasville driving library progress in North Carolina.
Editorial notes that vice presidential candidates in 1960 face unusual spotlight. It discusses Stevenson Kefauver appeal, Eisenhower Nixon health issues, Nixon campaign energy, and the historic rarity of a sitting VP being nominated for President. It cites Breckenridge and Van Buren precedents around the era.
The piece surveys vice presidents by age at taking office including Breckinridge Nixon Roosevelt and Davis and notes Calhoun seven VPs died in office. It covers eras from Jackson to the Nixon era and cites the 22nd Amendment limiting presidents but not vice presidents. It references Henry Gassaway Davis as oldest nominee and mentions Garfield Marshall Garner Curtis and Barkley.
The HGH Point Enterprise announces its daily and Sunday morning editions, listing staff roles including president secretary treasurer advertising director business manager and circulation manager. It notes a $18 yearly rate and its postal registration under the 1878 act.
The 1956 presidential race revisits claims that Dwight Eisenhower and Adlai Stevenson are millionaires. Historical tax returns show Stevenson owned stock in about 25 companies with dividends around 35 000 yearly before taxes, plus income from a family newspaper. Campaign costs and family business tie to his wealth perception.
Republicans cite Stevenson financial disclosures to claim a large investment gain from 1952 to 1956 with stock prices doubling and assessments of income sources. The analysis estimates a $972000 capital value if gains hold, and notes Stevenson’s paper profits versus modest official salaries and a focus on campaigning.
Analysis notes Democratic prospects dim in the Tenth District as the Jonas margin narrows amid falling total votes from 143,577 to 89,572. Mecklenburg County remains pivotal with Jonas at 57 percent in 1952 and 62 percent in 1954. Governor Hodges signs autographs for Stevenson Kefauver receipts at a rally in Durham. Senator Ervin retells a cautionary tale about Nixon presidency and Eisenhower’s health. Asheville League attendees will view municipal machinery displays next week.
Notes on the news discuss maintenance work and fire fighting obligations and record that the current convention marks the first instance of commercial exhibits shown in connection with the proceedings.
Reporter notes Senator Kefauver's New York visit drew no Democratic hierarchy reception. Governor Harriman sent a curt telegram while aides mocked him as a sour grapes figure. The piece highlights Kefauver’s Syracuse speech and student turnout amid campus humor.
A collection of quotes from Dr Hart E Van Foer President Eisenhower Sen Estes Kefauver Gov Frank Clement Peng Tehuan Jack McInnis and Charles B Shuman. The remarks touch on vaccination, voting age, desegregation, Taiwan unification and price fixing.
Len Lyn don Johnson of Texas comments on the electoral outlook, suggesting a favorable momentum and perceived victory as campaigns move forward and voters prepare to decide.
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