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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1928
Page
4
Dr. Charles Laughinghouse warns that night traffic with unlit horse drawn carts and wagons causes more deaths than typhoid and diphtheria. He calls for enforcement of a year old law requiring lights after sunset to reduce fatalities on Eastern roads.
The piece argues Governor Smith's idea of government ownership of water power sites is unlikely to advance, noting opposition from religious groups and shifting views. It compares power site nationalization to coal and oil, suggesting no imminent move despite presidential ambitions. Dennis Brummit publicizes the issue as anemic.
Paul Poiret, famed fashion designer, joins the pope in deploring immodesty in women's dress. He condemns the move toward a boyish silhouette and supports the pope's stance, though his protest diverges from papal leadership in tone and emphasis.
Poiret laments a decline in feminine beauty and taste blaming women for wrecking fashion, men seeking other fascinations, and a moral drift tied to drug use gambling and dissipation. A Sidney Lanier memorial tablet will be unveiled at Calvary Episcopal church with Guilford county ties and a music filled program.
The report that the Anglo French naval pact may be abandoned due to American objections is noted. Washington has not formally objected but some lawmakers criticize it while London believes U.S. reaction could decide the pact’s fate. The entente is viewed as undermining naval arms control and could allow England a potential armada.
A memorial service honors Sidney Lanier, one of the notable southern writers whose work meets the highest literary standards. The tribute highlights Lanier’s enduring influence and the community’s respect for his contributions to regional letters.
Bruce Catton comments on Dr. Robert Millikan and the infinite spirit in humans. He contrasts Millikan’s cosmic faith with a Philadelphia mayor’s sudden vow to end booze and graft, noting the implausibility of overnight reforms in a city of its size and complexity.
Madrid imposes a city ban on extempora neous night singing after residents complained about disruptive cat noises. Officials cite public order concerns and urge adherence to new municipal rules.
The U S Public Health Service declares that forty five percent of pupils should wear glasses and many should also wear stockings, highlighting widespread vision and legwear needs.
A botanist and a physician vie for the Austrian presidency. Backers offer the botanist's supporters a free “apple a day” idea to promote health and win votes.
A peculiar newcomer, the thickhead, has been delivered to the National Museum in Washington, causing curiosity but little alarm. The bird’s arrival is noted as a recent exhibit addition and part of museum collections.
Summer visitors to Edinburgh bring back a popular tune titled The Best Things In Life Are Free and spark renewed interest in the song among local crowds.
The writer condemns zeal without understanding in Prohibition law enforcement and U S Supreme Court opinions. He argues for support of Al Smith, denounces Democratic Southern views, and questions Quaker Hoover versus Smith on church and state amid 1928 electoral fray. He mocks ecclesiastical politics and calls for repudiation of illogical positions.
Rev. John W. Moore, pastor at Wesley Memorial, preached on Adam the First Man. He stressed Adam as a typical man whose experiences apply to all, cautioned on science versus creation allegory, and outlined five key lessons about belief, polytheism, material creation, a higher intelligent cause, and God’s benevolent leadership. Christ’s likeness and authority of mankind were emphasized, with Genesis and Luke cited.
An editorial argues for keeping religion separate from politics while noting the clash between church influence and presidential candidates. It cites Guizot on Christianity versus church, warns against entanglements, and stresses churches share fundamental principles despite diverse denominations. It critiques Papal power and urges bishops to support clergy autonomy.
Nationally known home economist Mrs. S R Dull arrives in High Point for a four day Southern cookery program at the American theatre from 3 8 to 5 0 0 PM Tuesday through Friday September 18 to 21. The event offers free admission and prizes from The Enterprise and local merchants, with recipes to be published next Sunday.
Dispatches from Kabul report the arrival of the Soviet moving picture expedition in Afghanistan. Scenes will be filmed during the independence celebration in Pagman with a special reel showing Afghan life and progress.
Rev. Jack Conover will extend nightly services at Pilgrim Holiness Church on Hamilton Street for another week starting at 7 30 PM. Officials announced the continuation and invite the public to attend.
The governor of Pennsylvania issued a call for 50,000 volunteers to join the Union Army during the Civil War. The appeal mobilized statewide resources and set expectations for recruitment and public support.
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