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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1954
Page
4
Drew Pearson reports from Washington that the Federal Trade Commission will curb extravagant cigarette claims especially for filter brands. He urges the industry to move beyond infighting and recognize the broader health concerns and long term risks, calling for truthful advertising and responsible leadership.
McCarthy is stalled by Chairman Watkins in Army Murray hearings and shifts to TV to argue from outside the committee. He risks censure and possible expulsion, finds little support from the American Legion, and faces a tightening grip of rules and public scrutiny as his conduct draws sharper condemnation.
The article urges dispassionate reporting on the Central prison death of Eleanor Rush. It argues for timely presentation of facts amid ongoing inquiries and defends prison staff while acknowledging the tragedy and potential societal factors shaping her life.
The Times-Picayune reports a Glasgow physician suggests snoring may signal affection and race memory. Critics doubt the theory noting snoring could express discontent or simply be nocturnal noise from the spouse.
North Carolina public school teachers boast over 93 percent with college degrees and 6.54 percent with master's or higher credentials, placing the state near the top in the South. A board report discusses teacher certification issues, out of state applicants, and potential changes, with a planned hearing in fall. Revenue data show a slight August uptick for state funds, though officials caution against assuming a sustained reversal of prior declines. Governor Umstead says he has considered ideas on revenue and constitutional amendments to be voted on in November.
Washington argues that despite Iran and Suez settlements, Arab belt instability persists from Morocco to Kashmir. British policy in Aden and Cyprus fuels unrest, while Jordan is seen as a British puppet. Israel remains the dominant issue as Arab leaders reject foreign alliances and seek independence, keeping any lasting peace elusive.
George Sokolskiy reviews Hollywood’s return of suspected Communists as inquiries shift from public boycotts to social suspicion. He notes the Salt of the Earth controversy, press and industry tensions, and claims of a broad undermining of free speech by super patriots and pressure groups.
Tarboro City School Board chairman Rawls Howard says married high school students are a growing issue. The board grants indefinite leave of absence to married students and officers report trouble mainly with unmarried peers. The piece also notes historical trends and debates on marriage ages and education.
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