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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1949
Page
4
The High Point Enterprise lists subscription pricing with rates by mail and by carrier. Mail options include 3 months for 3.25, 6 months for 6.50, and 12 months for 13.00. Carrier options include 1 week at 30 cents, 6 months at 7.80, and 12 months at 15.00.
The piece criticizes President Truman for appointing Mon Wallgren to the Federal Power Commission, arguing it favors political loyalty over national welfare. It recalls past, disputed appointments to the National Security Resources Board and the power commission and cautions about the impact on national policy.
The column ridicules Congressman C B Deane for attacking Democrats who bolted the national ticket in 1944 and 48 while noting Deane’s own shaky bid against Bill Horner. It argues Deane may need bolters’ votes and recalls press mugwumps as New York Times backs Dulles to spur GOP splits. It also critiques state party leadership in Raleigh and Washington.
A new High Point Optimist Club opened a youth center at Goldston Park built and equipped by the club. Despite a mortgage the building is in operation with a debt far below its value. The club raised funds and gathered materials through projects and campaigns. The Optimists demonstrated real needs, hard work, and community vision worthy of congratulations.
The state is cited as leading the nation in furniture production by Charles M. Kindel of the National Association of Furniture Manufacturers. The report places North Carolina first, ahead of New York and Indiana, reflecting long-time leadership in tobacco, textiles, and towel industries and highlighting High Point as a major furniture hub.
A savvy pressure campaign emerges as copies of a bill are printed by the government printing office and sent to congressmen with urging messages. Agriculture officials deride the plan ICCH and vow opposition while lawmakers vent fatigue over a lengthy congressional session.
Washington report from the ECA watch dog committee finds the Marshall Plan alienates French pride and trust. It cites France’s postwar sentiment, government coalition hesitations, and weak French press cooperation as key obstacles to selling aid. Paul Hoffman defends not being "mute" on the plan and credits ECA information work amid tough odds.
Wry comments compare Barkley marriage talk to political life noting a light shed on falsehoods and implying dimmer scrutiny at home and in government. The piece uses satirical tone to blur personal and public stakes.
The report questions the effectiveness of the Marshall Plan in France, noting concerns about staff capacity, intensity of work, and sensitivity to the job's delicate nature. It emphasizes the need for better handling of reconstruction efforts.
This column lauds Judge Harold R. Medina and Capt. John S. Crommelin for defending fair trials and free speech amid anti Communist pressure. It condemns lawyers who attacked the judiciary and calls for bar association action while linking Canadian experience with global tensions and democratic resilience.
Rambling column discusses how reported drops in living costs clash with real shopper experiences. It notes a price drop in beans offset by higher bacon and jokes about complex budgeting. Cookie Brooks linked to Asheville Chamber work contrasts with state magazine quips about headlines.
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