Fashionable ladies starve happiness to feed vanity
A Colton quotation notes women sacrifice happiness to vanity and love to pride, illustrating social critique of fashion and social status.
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Colton
High Point Enterprise in High Point, North Carolina
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1928
Page
4
Merchants Plan Second Meeting On Route 10 Re routing
High Point merchants oppose routing highway 10 around the town in a second open meeting. They argue roads serve local retail needs by attracting travelers and business, citing a $400 furniture order shipped to Florida as proof. The article urges city leaders to weigh public sentiment and city growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Medes
High Point
Efficient Opening At High Point High School Sets Record
High Point High School opened with 1070 students the largest enrollment in its history. Administrators praised the flawless first day with on time opening, locker assignments, and detailed student orientation guiding the day’s schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point High School
United States
North Carolina
Principal credits community effort for school opening
L R Johnston the principal of the local school lauds citizen cooperation needed to enroll and organize 1100 pupils before opening day. He notes the enormous task of scheduling and directing learning but thanks patrons for their support.
Where some of the mission money went
Investigation into the missing Southern Baptist Home Mission board treasurer shows funds were used to finance movie education for two young women in Hollywood and for their chaperone. Over 12 000 dollars were sent in under two years, prompting calls for safeguards to prevent missionary contributions from funding such expenditures in California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptist Home Mission Board
Hollywood
Mission Board
California
Carnes
Maine as a barometer in political forecasts
The piece argues Maine is not a representative barometer of national sentiment, noting its political leanings resemble other states and that Maine is politically backward and bigoted. It mocks Maine's role in national trends while predicting a Republican majority shift as the leopard changes color.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
America
South Carolina
United States
Why Wrenn Falls Under Suspicion in Wilkesbank Case
Clem Wrenn of Wilkesboro confessed to forging school board notes and using proceeds to prop up a failing business. He took full blame and is a key witness in Wilkes bank failure cases, yet his voluntary admission and constant insistence raise doubt about whether he tells the whole truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clem Wrenn
Wilkesboro
Wrenn
Wilkes
Radio advertising and public health mix in varied notes
A Detroit speech by Thomas F. Logan argues broadcasting complements printed pages in advertising. Berkshire Massachusetts fights septic sore throat with public health campaigns, replacing news suppression with proactive effort. George Wood pilots a speed boat at 91 mph, risking danger for sport. Two Brooklyn men speeding buggies face fines, a rare horse speed case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas F. Logan
Detroit
Logan
Berkshire
Massachusetts
George Wood
Brooklyn
President Coolidge Farewell in Superior Wisconsin
The people of Superior Wisconsin bade President Coolidge goodbye as his party departed. The crowd joined in singing He's a Jolly Good Fellow though the president is rarely described as jolly. His silence as leader gives the moment a quiet, pregnant mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Calvin
Superior
Mr. Coolidge
United States
Moving is cheaper than paying parking fines
Analysis suggests relocation can be more economical than settling recurring parking penalties, highlighting cost comparisons and potential long term savings for drivers facing frequent fines.
Four extra pockets in vest for useless articles
A lighthearted note on fall fashion noting a man gains four more pockets in a vest to stash casual, unused items. The remark blends humor with practical wardrobe trivia.
Multilateral Ties Sought Against Racketeers
A kommentator argues that the nation should pursue several multilateral treaties with racketeers to curb organized crime. The piece emphasizes coordinated international pressure and legal alignment to deter illicit networks.
More Automobiles and Gyms for Pupils Said Needed
A speaker urged greater school provision of automobiles for pupil transport and more gymnasiums for exercise. The call highlighted mobility and fitness as essential for student success and well being.
Robinson Hits Whispers
The phrase contrasts whisper rooms with speakeasy vibes, noting that whisper and speakeasy sound similar yet denote distinct concepts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson
Whispers
Whisper
Speakeasy
Shaw plans private island retreat away from steamship routes
George Bernard Shaw contemplates renting a remote island with a single house where steamers do not stop. He hints that a touch of publicity may not hurt, signaling a quiet retreat from public life.
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George Bernard Shaw
Johns Hopkins Medical Students Taught Cooking In Final Year
Johns Hopkins integrates culinary training into final year coursework. The approach aims to improve nutrition awareness and patient care by teaching future doctors practical meal planning skills.
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Johns Hopkins
Knapp Sentenced 30 Days for Theft of State Funds
Former New York secretary of state Mrs. Knapp received a 30 day sentence for the theft of 30000 in state funds. The case highlights concerns over misuse of public money and accountability.
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Knapp
New York
Letters clears up a reference but no harm done
In a clarification letter to The Enterprise the writer apologizes for implying newspaper reporters bore responsibility for opposition to rerouting No 19. He states his phrase was misinterpreted and that press coverage influenced opinions. He recognizes others with opposing views and expresses respect for them.
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Enterprise
No. 19
Jake
Davidson Teachers Hold First Session in Davidson County
The opening conference for sixteen long term Davidson county schools attracted over a hundred principals and teachers, representing about ninety percent of white public school children. Experts including S G Hasty and J J Blair outlined county education plans and projected student transport by sixty trucks and five touring cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Davidson County
Court House
S. G. Hasty
Margaret Linker
J. J. Blair
Hasty
Blair
State Highway Commission opens bids on 13 projects
Raleigh NC September 11 The State Highway Commission opened bids on 13 projects totaling 18.18 miles of hard surfaced roads 55.15 miles of dirt highways and two bridges with an estimated cost of 1 250 000 dollars. Projects span Halifax Onslow Harnett Wake Guilford Alamance Rockingham Anson Catawba Mecklenburg Alleghany Watauga Caldwell counties including routes 12 24 21 55 100 65 80 15 18 175 and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
N. C
State Highway Commission
Halifax County
Scotland Neck
Onslow County
Jacksonville
Harnett
Lillington
Wake County
Wake Forest
Durham
Guilford-Alamance
Burlington
Rockingham County
Reidsville
Anson County
Freshmen Report At High Point College For Orientation
Freshmen arrived in large numbers at High Point College for a three day orientation, with upperclassmen to register Thursday at 9 00 am. Devotions and addresses welcomed new students as Dr P E Lindley urged scholarship and participation in activities to shape character. A psychology test planned for tomorrow rounds out the day’s program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point College
Roy Il. Farmer
M. P
Pos. Lindley
G. H. Humphreys
Salisbury
Methodist Protestant Board of Christian Education
Frank W. Stephenson
Pittsburgh
P. E. Lindley
Lindley
T. C. Johnson
Christian Endeavor Society
Dual Democratic Conventions Forming After Executive Action
In Dallas on September 11 delegates gathered as two separate state Democratic conventions formed to organize certify nominees and endorse the national ticket after the state executive committee barred anti Smith democrats. Regulars control the panel and have acted swiftly to enforce the party line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred E. Smith
Alvin S. Moody
Houston
New York
Smith
Dallas
Texas
Young Nurse Found Dead on Hotel Roof in Chicago
The body of a 24 year old woman named Ethel Jo Brown of Royal Nebraska and a student at the Illinois Training School for Nurses was found on the roof of the ninth floor of the At hotel in Chicago. Police investigated the death as a possible suicide or foul play.
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Lantie
South Clark Street
Miss Brown
W. Williams
al Hines
Congress Hotel
Hines
Atlantic Hotel
Williams
W. W. Williams
Richmond
Ind
Brown
Ethel Jo Brown
Inlinois Training School
Chicago
Royal, Neb
Illinois Training School For Nurses
Brandywine Battle and Early Transcontinental Flight
A 1777 account notes Washington defeated at Brandywine. In 1911 Robert G. Fowler departed San Francisco aiming to cross the continent by air, marking early aviation milestones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battle of Brandywine
Washington
Robert G. Fowler
San Francisco
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