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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1959
Page
4
A devotional urges Christians to keep promises and vows. It emphasizes that a person’s word should be as trustworthy as a bond, including debts, appointments, church pledges, and loyalty vows. It cautions against making promises one does not intend to keep and stresses teaching children promises are sacred.
In a five to one decision High Pointers approved a 9 million bond issue for annexation in a Tuesday special election. Voter turnout was under ten percent, prompting concern that apathy may affect future taxes and the city’s growth while officials like Mayor Washburn and City Planner Bob Griffin offered limited public support.
A tribute to George C Marshall, detailing his roles as Army Chief of Staff, Secretary of State, and Defense, and his legacy from the Marshall Plan. It notes his death at 78, his rare triple top-post service, and the mixed appraisal of his China policy and strategic foresight.
Editorial Research Review outlines a second chapter in U S aid to free Viet Nam with new authors disputing charges of scandal. Lt Gen John W O Daniel defends aid as a major victory while others call Colegrove’s allegations distorted. The piece notes international studies and political moves in Viet Nam and Washington as probes fade.
Lynn Nisbet reports weak voter interest in the North Carolina bond elections, with forecasts ranging from 200 000 to 600 000 of more than two million eligible voters. Mental hospital funding leads in popularity while other measures trail or fail.
George Sokolsky discusses how British experience differs from American paths to top office. He notes Harold Macmillan’s gradual rise, contrasts with Nixon’s direct vice presidential influence, and analyzes Rockefeller’s bid and Nixon’s independent political stance and handling of the Khrushchev visit.
The column urges civic participation in elections and policy, notes the impact of taxes tied to bonds, and praises local leaders like Tilman Thomas and Mrs. Worth Ivey. It highlights business, real estate upkeep, and community events including Emersonwood Club, a new bowling center, and teen center plans. It also reports on regional business outlook, mail notes, and ongoing local initiatives.
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