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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1941
Page
4
A fragmented historical note links a biblical verse and a rabbinic saying to caution about ambition. It juxtaposes the idea that those who wield power may be harmed by force and that desire for glory carries risk to the possessor.
Observers note France offered little test of German force as refugees and confusion hindered French troops, while Russia shows unity and sacrifice. The article argues France’s leadership failed despite brave ranks, contrasting French efforts with resilient Soviet defense and determination.
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau urges frugality as Christmas shopping nears. He warns the average American has not yet grasped how the income tax revision will affect their purse and that the March taxes will test a taxpayer’s ability to meet the demand.
The piece discusses rising government demands likely to hit taxpayers with higher rates, noting a four to ten percent increase for the current year and urging reflection on savings. It also reflects on journalism’s reform impulse, church pledges in Lexington, and a Raleigh Times speculation about Marshal Petain’s fate amid Nazi reprisals.
Navy Day highlights North Carolina's strong naval ties with many enlistments and historical links. The state supplied four Secretaries of the Navy and produced notable figures like Joseph Hewes of Edenton who helped organize the American navy. Coastal waters and a navy-minded culture push steady naval personnel from the state.
Martin Dies, citing Attorney General Francis Biddle, names 1124 government employees tied to subversive groups. Westbrook Pegler questions the scope and consequences, arguing such publicized lists risk harming innocent officials while the FBI pursues facts before swift action against real saboteurs, regardless of party.
The piece traces how the word shamble evolved from bench to meat market to slaughterhouse and finally to a meaning of carnage. It cites Dr. Charles Earle Funk and The New York Times on the term's misapplied sense amid wartime usage.
A high school student seeks essay ideas on Americans under 30 who achieved notable feats. The list includes Edwin H. Land at 32 in optics, Glenn L. Martin at 22 with flight, Philo Farnsworth at 20 with early TV parts, Walt Disney at 26 with Mickey Mouse, Eddie Rickenbacker 28, Charles Evans Hughes becoming a lawyer at 22, and others from farming youth to shorthand inventor.
Walter Winchell notes sift through early week entertainment and radio dramas. He mocks reviews of Sinclair Lewis and Maxwell Anderson while praising Disney Dumbo and Red Skelton. The column riffs on radio schedules, Broadway outcry, and wartime news, with satirical asides about press leaks and Nazi influence.
A collage of late 1930s opinion pieces and cartoons quotes lampooning appeasement, Nazi talk, and public figures. Highlights reference Lindbergh, Schickelgrubers, O Dwyer, McWilliams, and press agents pushing single spaced papers, with witty lines from Fosdick and W. James Hilton among others.
Local notes report Nancy K. Poston, newly elected librarian, arriving from New York City to begin duties. Greensboro sheriff candidate Joe S. Phipps announces plan to run in the Democratic primary. Tickets on sale for the leg o Flapper play by the Woman's Club Thursday and Friday evenings. Other items include social visits, a September 27 Raleigh York South Carolina marriage, and community plans for a sanatorium and Armistice Day events.
In Washington a US Army gun mount faced a 25 hour delay crossing Delaware New Jersey and Pennsylvania to be put in service. A 96 inch width led to a $13.50 fine and the piece traveled about 100 miles revealing interstate rules bottlenecks. Congress considers Magnuson sponsored ICC power to curb such barriers based on a three year FTC study.
News briefs report union officials viewing a potential federal declaration that the railroad strike is legal. The Elks plan a roll call meeting tonight. Two state National Guardsmen are to be allowed to take entrance examinations for West Point.
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