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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1931
Page
4
R. M. H. argues Salem College models a shift toward individualism as dorm smoking rooms and liberal dating hours replace strict chaperoned constraints. He condemns surveillance and strict conduct rules as artificial, urging the South to embrace modern liberty despite decades of caution.
China eyes an 11 billion dollar start in machinery as part of a ten year industrialization plan, aligning with Russia's five year blueprint. The article argues global attention shifts to home production as nations seek self sufficiency to sustain living standards and fair trade.
The piece argues for law enforcement schools in North Carolina led by subject experts rather than eloquent speakers. It stresses concrete training for judges prosecutors and police, and the need for coordinated action across agencies to improve the state’s judicial system which has lagged for over sixty years.
The Enterprise argues the church is imperfect yet rightly born and resilient. It notes fault finding in society and within congregations, then shifts to praise for church birth and steadfast founders. The piece emphasizes love for the church and cites Christ's promise to build it as a defense against pervasive critique.
Washington F.Daybook notes Ambassador Edge may seek a return to the New Jersey senate seat after his Paris posting. With Dwight Morrow's death leaving the seat vacant, Edge could pursue appointment to secure a term through the next congressional session. Edge’s allies say he craves politics and would bolster the administration in the senate. If Governor Larson appoints him now, he would enter a pivotal 1932- era Congress.
A concise reflection contrasts the biblical decree to divide a living child with the idea that human judgment is finite and should be charitable, attributed to William Winter. The piece frames mercy as essential in decision making.
Dr John H Cook of Greensboro president of the North Carolina Education Association criticizes forced reductions in public school funding while praising past investments in equipment and maintenance. He argues cautious restraint is needed but warns against crippling education and defends necessary economies amid tough times.
A debate over strict campus norms heats as major women’s colleges in the north adopt modern attitudes toward personal conduct. The piece argues North Carolina institutions imitate this tightening of rules, claiming adults in college deserve freedom rather than perpetual restraint.
A Carolina football season preview notes UNC’s improving Tar Heels after a strong showing against Tennessee. It highlights Johnny Branch as key, but reports his likely season-ending absence will force the team to adapt and still aim for a strong climax.
Charles M. Schwab remains optimistic about business prospects and foresees continued improvement. He supports a holiday in naval construction, noting steel interests benefit from a strong navy but also highlighting belief in profits from serving peace.
Prof Albert Coates of the University of North Carolina advocates statewide schools for law enforcing officers. The plan has not yet progressed enough to judge practical benefits versus the ambitious idea.
The narrator recalls a humorous persimmon pudding parcel from a generous donor and laments civic duties, as Greensboro Superior Court summons him for jury service. He muses on justice, taxes, and the role of jurors, contrasting rural sensibilities with corporate interests, and notes plans to serve faithfully.
A critique of G Ray Jordan’s Intimate Interests of Youth praised for its sympathetic aims and frank tone toward youth. The review notes Jordan’s understanding of both his generation and the one before him, his practical guidance, and his defense of youth against charges of irreligion while warning of indolence and cynicism.
The author lauds Merle Colby and his new novel All Ye People for its honest portrayal of westward migration and youth challenges. It highlights chapters like The Companionship of Books and Love Affairs of Youth, praising Mr Jordan’s guidance on reading, faith, and moral conduct for youths, with a warning against frivolous behavior. The critic notes vivid incidents drawn from real life and urges readers to consider Christian principles in love and relationships.
A review notes an eight line poem winning first prize in Poetry World, praising Cheyney’s powerful voice and the work Pregnant Woman in a Lean Age as mature and sympathetic. It discusses Tolstoy’s War and Peace in Modern Library Giants, the Roosevelt Medal honoring Hamlin Garland, and profiles other literary events and figures including Maude Meagher and John T Flynn.
Bruce H. Carraway of the Andrew Jackson post American Legion said he will prepare loan applications this week for World War II veterans seeking funds from the North Carolina Veterans Loan Fund. The state issued a 4 million dollar bond to aid veterans who were North Carolina citizens before the war, with loans up to 3000 dollars for homes or farms. Loans run 20 years or less at six percent interest, with five years of principal deferral possible. Carraway has the official blanks and offers assistance to applicants.
Funeral services for Robert Lee Crawford aged 42 were held Saturday at 3 pm at the home 103% Suller street conducted by Rev C F Womble of Highland M B Church. Interment was in Oakwood cemetery with pallbearers Walter Brooks B L Anderson Buck Joyce A A Hipp W J Moore J J Warner. Floral tributes by Mesdames L M Young J B Jones Grace Young Nan Utley Gaynelle Millikan. Songs included Jesus Lover of My Soul Rock of Ages and Life's Railway to Heaven. Large crowd attended and flowers were many and beautiful.
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