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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1930
Page
4
The Democratic Party chairman J J Raskob says business is upgrading and will improve steadily. He favors tariff reform to ease burdens on business and advocates a five day work week to distribute work and reduce unemployment, signaling optimistic prospects for growth.
The head of the American Enka Company in Asheville notes European prices are higher and markets weaker there. He observes faster price drops domestically during breaks and stronger recoveries here, with American business reportedly improving and full production at his firm amid rising orders.
A generated quotation reports Mussolini declaring no peace while world leaders push for peace. The piece notes fascist policy hardening and continued combat rhetoric as examples of ongoing tension among governments and popular movements.
The piece notes strong governments and discontented men forming dangerous revolutionary forces. In Cologne 200000 uniformed communists showcased power while fascists gained strength elsewhere. Mussolini declares no peace and no peace prospects. It warns wars persist when governments rely on force and majority consent, casting doubt on Mussolini’s judgments.
A citizen letter questions the plan to remove the homestead tax exemption and favors a modern tax system. The state elections board notes the amendment lets the legislature create a flexible tax approach, with caution about practical implementation. The writer urges lawmakers to reduce real estate taxes and retain state control.
Bruce Catton discusses suburbs and open country housing as working people move outward to acre plots with garages and gardens aided by cars. He argues this outward trend may replace inner-city growth and signals a better, more independent rural life despite housing critiques and older city dynamics. A Chicago Tribune note adds how an Illinois city’ s murder of a gambler’s wife reveals open-town paradoxes between governance, gangs, and voter expectations.
A grand fundraising push for Barts Royal Hospital of St. Bartholomew in London seeks global donations for expansion. Founded 1123 by Rahere in Henry I’s reign, it is described as a historic centre of British history and a living monument of health.
The text recalls how King Henry VIII granted a charter placing the Royal Hospital under the care of London’s Mayor and citizens. It notes the hospital as a cradle of modern medical science and a mother institution for English-speaking nations, set in Renaissance England.
Rickenbacker and Hegenberger are highlighted as leading American aces in aviation. The duo are described as iconic figures in the field, recognized for their notable contributions and status among top pilots.
The newest indoor miniature golf venue in Chicago uses ultraviolet ray lamps to illuminate the course creating a striking, altered look for players and play.
The brief remark notes Booth Tarkington, the Indiana novelist, undergoing a third eye operation and prompts conjecture about which writers can better view the American scene. It frames a larger discussion on literary perception and national perspective.
Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne plans a broker’s office in South Bend promising good business if his performance with points mirrors his team’s scoring edge. The move positions Rockne in local commerce alongside his football fame.
Embarrassing moments surfaced as two Japanese admirals mishandled cruisers during maneuvers staged for the Mikado, with ships colliding in a display intended to showcase precision and fleet prowess.
California claims its wells average ten times output of other states but critics note local producers gush with the same facility, suggesting gains may be exaggerated and may reflect promotional rhetoric rather than actual efficiency.
A local observer notes fresh paint on Main Street railroad crossing gates in black and white, remarking the aroma and shiny appearance but expresses disappointment with the color scheme. The piece also mentions an upcoming Guilford County Dental Society meeting and a curiosity about dentist drills.
A reader recaps Eugene ONeill’s Strange Interlude in Winston-Salem noting a 5:30 start, a dinner break at 7:40, and a late finish. The letter praises the production’s color and warmth, with vivid scenes of audience members and a defense of spelling choices in a local controversy.
During intermission I saw a Reynolds building and crowds at a theater screening The Primrose Path. The line resembled the fervor at Eugene ONeill's Strange Interlude with many seeking lurid thrills under the guise of learning. Despite the spectacle, it did not ruin my dinner.
A speaker laments losing gloves and bones a pair of mittens. Five right-hand gloves at home leave the left hand numb in cold. The plan is to buy mittens and tie them, only for a mouse to gnaw the string at night, leaving them with one hand and thoughts of why ears are cold.
A letter from Ss. O. Schaub questions a State Constitution amendment, arguing it creates a scheme for double taxation on homes with partial payments under eight thousand dollars. The writer asks if the rest of the amendment offers any corrective benefits and why anyone should vote for it.
High Point North Carolina October 27 1930 Readers respond to two letters in the Letters column. One praises family reunions and generous food while the other defends the paper’s dignity with strong feelings about editorial tone.
The National Fox Hunters association held a chase futurity and horse show in Crab Orchard Kentucky as the second day of events. Headman and Ruling Chief tied for first in yesterday's averages, with 17 of 78 dogs disqualified leaving 61 for today.
In Richmond Virginia James P Jones former treasurer of the Virginia Methodist orphanage faces five indictments for embezzlement and one for larceny totaling 37000 dollars over three years. The state will call five witnesses while the defense summoned sixty six including C H Morrissett and John M Purcell among others.
Distribution of rice borer para sites and other beneficial insects has increased the Hawaiian rice crop. The report notes boosted pest management activity and improved yields across regions. Local agronomists cite integrated approaches aiding production and sustainability efforts.
Checks totaling 1 330 500 dollars, about a quarter of the five 25 million state equalizing fund for six month schools, were mailed by the State Department of Public Instruction to 83 counties. This is the second installment of the current school year. total distributed so far is 2 471 500 dollars.
A vivid meditation on aging and memory as harvest season fades into winter. The piece recalls the purple haze in valleys and roads to the sunlit glory, framing heaven in the present days and the enduring warmth of shared labor.
Poem lines express a quiet longing for what lies ahead and the unknown path of the future. The speaker, Charlotte Robson, imagines unshown blooms, songs unsung, and a life awaiting discovery in distant time and place.
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