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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1942
Page
4
Local remarks from W S Helms urge council to remove Harriss Jarrell over alleged Nazi praise and demand a public resignation stance for morale. Byron Hayworth cites war effort during tire and gas conservation. Readers hear views from John T Reese about legalizing pari mutuel betting for a county race track. Ada Burgess explains rationing board strains over temporary B gasoline shortages and record-keeping burdens.
The piece argues federal salary freezes reflect drastic wartime policy. It notes broad public tolerance for taxes drafts and austerity while urging decisive Washington action. It compares Allied and Axis manpower, supply lines, and emphasizes need for trained men alongside machines to win the war.
A county newspaper critiques High Point for chronic delays in fundraising. It blames the system and local leaders, noting that other towns like Greensboro overachieved quickly by abandoning excuses and finishing the drive early. It urges teams and divisions to complete solicitations on schedule.
The text questions fluctuating WW II manpower projections from various sources. It notes figures ranging from 7.5 to 13 million for an army, then cites a claim that Germany has 12 million men in the armed services, suggesting public estimates vary and lack certainty.
Rabbi Stephen S Wise calls for nationwide observance of the Balfour Declaration 25th anniversary noting its historic significance for Jews and Palestine. He cites Palestine as a stronghold for the Jewish cause and mentions American armed forces abroad. The declaration was issued November 25, 1917.
Walter Winchell walls off Willkie Luce and Nye in Washington reporting ally unity claims while Nye mocks the President and defends unity. A backstage tale follows Merrimer, a San Francisco transfer, and a humorous Los Angeles anecdote. A barber Cantu impresses magicians with live pigeon feats at Leon and Eddie's.
A collage of anecdotes from postwar Hollywood and army life. Walter P. Chrysler Jr. is named amid reminiscences of Wilson Mizner and Bob Murphy. Phil Spitalny’s Hour of Charm faces studio indifference, while Army recruiting and a Bronx soldier’s humor anchor the piece. Political disinterest in New York elections closes the reel.
Paging Father Time Johnson of Warsaw at Democratic headquarters predicted the greatest victory in history for the party. Reports from Chicago say a 100000 board feet lumber order could be canceled if the November election changes the administration. Furniture men at the exposition say the lumber would fill five cars and supply High Point factories for two hours. Other items note Mr and Mrs Joseph J Cox returning from their wedding trip and residing with the Cox parents on Farriss Avenue. Miss Helen Marshall returned home from Guilford General Hospital. At the U D C meeting at the country club Monday, hostesses are Miss Blanche Burgess Mrs Bruce Craven Mrs C L Whitaker Mrs W J Fraley and Mrs C H Bass. News briefs mention President Hoover's Midwestern tour and Gov O Max Gardner criticizing taxes. Walter Hagen shot an 80 then a 73 to lead Greensboro tournament. A new Irish potato variety the ikatadin has been developed in North Carolina with high yield and good quality compared with the cobbler.
Twenty years ago local news notes Dr Harry L Brock a Greensboro physician, an expert diagnostician, will relocate to High Point. city council orders paving Church Street. Robinson and Simmons to give jubilee songs at Leonard Street School. Prof W M Marr leaves for Raleigh. Edwin Chappell Carolina student visits. M P Dillon travels to New York. Robert Marshall Guilford student in town. Governor Morrison lowers steamship purchases to aid state.
A lengthy note from the Enterprise Bureau reports Pisgah Forest deer hunting origins, with an annual event drawing sportsmen to Asheville area. It highlights accessibility for those unable to hire guides, the license revenue benefits, and growing local popularity amid a broader discussion of state conservation and employment issues impacting the region.
In 1920, Mr Page will address the public at the Main School in High Point next week. The freight rates of the Sts cod five ships are noted in the report, with references to North Carolina navy.
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