Thought Godliness and Rewards in Good Deeds
A compact reflection citing 1 Timothy 4 8 about profitable godliness in all things and a Lessing note that God rewards good deeds done here, presenting a religious quotation for daily inspiration.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1941
Page
4
A compact reflection citing 1 Timothy 4 8 about profitable godliness in all things and a Lessing note that God rewards good deeds done here, presenting a religious quotation for daily inspiration.
A reader joins a debate sparked by a Christian Science Monitor article on wartime outcomes. It outlines three plausible endings a stalemate, a German defeat, or a German victory, and analyzes global power shifts, dominance of Britain and the United States, and risks to world peace under each scenario.
An author argues that liberty could be saved only by a salutary form of super-government capable of abolishing wars of conquest. He compares Germany with Britain and the United States, suggesting democracies already possess the basis for such a state if Germany is defeated. The piece also notes wartime events including a synthetic rubber plant bombing and ongoing U-boat pursuit, with Vichy and Laval developments and a reference to Pierre Laval's return to his home.
Sara Delano Roosevelt, 86, mother of the President, died at her Hyde Park home. The Spartan mother raised Franklin D. Roosevelt with discipline and trust, shaping a life of dignity, courage, and public service. Her calm guidance and willingness to face life’s risks left a lasting example of victorious living.
The Russians report a land sea and air counter-offensive driving invaders from a vital highway toward Leningrad while defending forces in the city engage in village by village fighting. They note the fall of Leningrad may come soon as R A F bombed Boulogne at night.
Clarence Kulseth of North Minneapolis rose from six and a half years bedridden by arthritis to study, write music, and have a song accepted by the Long Hit Guild. He learned to study while in bed and later left the hospital after an operation to walk again and earn a living through his craft.
Walter Winchell reviews theater and radio, noting The First Nights and Village Green as mild, with Frank Craven shining. Gertrude Lawrence returns in Lady in the Dark, while Arsenic and Old Lace and Sun Valley Serenade receive praise. TV and radio programs feature many stars and comments on NBC and CBS coverage and the era’s cultural chatter.
Editorial writers accuse the President of suppressing free speech while railing against FDR. Alf Landon remains a fierce foe of Wendell Willkie for foreign policy. The piece surveys war moods, political jabs, and lampoons on current leadership and international affairs with caustic humor.
Editor notes amid US embargo on Japan including silk, predicting potential end of silk imports. Reports crowds flocking to silk goods, while a contentious biblical prophecy is invoked to frame the era of "leg shows" and women's fashion. The piece links silk dependence, emancipation, and popular culture as it posits a looming supply shift.
Peter Edson explains how global spice flows shifted as wars disrupt key sources. Yugoslavia, France, Holland, India, and tropical suppliers all tighten or cut off shipments, raising prices and forcing reliance on homegrown or alternative suppliers. Key items include sage, mustard, fennel, vanilla, cloves, ginger, and pepper.
Shortly Tommy complains a pocket has no bottom while his father explains the fabric shows a buttonhole. A separate note urges critical sourcing of rumors by asking for written confirmation. Dated High Point North Carolina September 8, 1941.
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