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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1941
Page
4
A compact quotation from Luke 6 28 praising prayer for foes and blessing those who curse. The line echoes themes of forgiveness and Christian charity attributed to Robert Fiat 3S in a brief thought fragment.
The governor plans a September 8 Raleigh symposium with business leaders chamber of commerce officials and tax officers to review corporate taxation. A Duke University economist argues NC taxes lag rivals and urges informed debate to improve the fiscal system without harming industry. The discussion may propose tax revisions to attract growth while protecting state revenues.
The passage discusses alliance dynamics with the Axis and the potential for Japan to push Pacific claims if the Soviet Union falls. It notes the Alaska purchase, increased Japanese interest in Alaskan waters, and concerns about defending possessions with fading ally strength, including possible Siberian air incursions.
The piece contrasts ten week end road fatalities in North Carolina with national accident figures, criticizing holiday recklessness and noting the high number of automobiles. It references wartime context, possible gasoline transport changes, and questions about railroad tank cars, pipelines, and refinery capacity amid fuel shortages.
The piece notes the president's pledge to defeat Nazi Germany and his rebuke of peace talks, drawing sharp lines between isolationists and aid-to-England supporters. It questions whether the speech targeted domestic sentiment or pressuring Hitler, suggesting American resolve remains tentative and profit-minded.
The Wilmington Star argues that Hitler faces determined opposition in Russia, making continued offensives unlikely. The piece links the broader wartime situation to misjudgments about German strategy as a pivotal moment in the conflict. A fire destroyed Edison’s new facility, underscoring postwar resilience and technological losses.
A compact speech excerpt urges valuing time shaped by quotes from Chief Justice Stone and other leaders. It highlights avoiding waste, studying history’s tenacious workers like Burton and Roosevelt, and urges action now. Carlos Garcia Mato emphasizes solidarity across the Americas and economic inequality lines.
A commemorative quotation emphasizes that a soldier’s duty to country requires time labor and endurance, with the ultimate possible sacrifice. The reward is having served the nation, as stated by Lieut. Gen. Ben Lear to the Second Army.
Night schools may continue in the city next year. The Rotary Club will host Ladies Night at the home of C. C. Robbins off Asheboro Road. Councilman John Pickett seeks city cooperation, noting a silent rule among department employees. Local brief items report travels, health, and weather, with mentions of high temperature and upcoming exams.
President creates seven member Supply Priority and Allocation Board led by Vice President Wallace to fix material, fuel, power, and other essential supplies for Army Navy and civilian needs. Key members include Stimson Knox Henderson Nelson and Stettinius transfer to Lend Lease. Army Air Forces and Civilian Defense initiatives expand effort.
Washington reports on the creation of the Supply Priorities and Allocations Board led by Donald Marr Nelson. Nelson, former Sears-Roebuck executive, is praised for his calm, conciliatory management and ability to organize procurement, while the board's effectiveness hinges on his leadership amid shifts from civilian to defense economies.
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