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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1927
Page
4
A compact reflection on wealth and character cites Proverbs and Emerson. It contrasts riches with a rich heart, noting wealth alone cannot assure virtue. The lines imply money’s fleeting nature and moral focus, urging inner richness over material gain.
Rossetti's Vain Virtues laments fair deeds as subtle sins guiding souls to hell. Virginal figures suffer in a snake bound harvest of anguish while the pit bares their violated maidenhood as the Torturer waits. The sun remains oblivious to the doomed procession.
The secretary of agriculture argues the department will issue fewer price statements after cotton fell to 6.50 a bale. Critics say crop condition estimates influence markets. supporters contend public, honest figures help market adjustment while avoiding manipulation. Jardine endorses future restraint to crop-focused forecasts.
A movement in High Point seeks a first class department store to boost local trade. Merchants expect stronger regional drawing power, with good roads and advertising aiding smaller cities. The plan aims to position High Point as a key trading center and benefit existing shops.
The text argues High Point can draw wealth by expanding up-to-date stores and attracting out-of-town shoppers from Greensboro and Winston-Salem. It contrasts the old trading point dynamic with a modern, confident model and notes Cecil's resignation over disarmament aims, praising his principled stance.
The article notes northern Civil War veterans consider one final reunion and favor joining with surviving Confederate veterans. It observes dwindling participation from feature workers and lacks Southern input. It suggests increasing kinship as old foes near the final roll call, with shared ideals and language bridging North and South in 1927 America.
Judge and Mrs. O A Kirkman and Mr. and Mrs. M J Wrenn travel abroad by air, noting Europe’s aviation safety. The Wrenn post card says they are en route from England to the continent and report all well. The piece contrasts European and American aviation development and safety records.
The article argues that after the naval disarmament conference collapse Coolidge era policies angered Britain and France. It blames Uncle Sam for the failure while critiquing imperialist aims and a rich American stance. The piece surveys press framing in multiple countries.
A French ambassador’s reminiscence recalls 1912 Brussels funeral lunch where Crown Prince Wilhelm mocked Belgium’s duty while King Albert affirmed Belgian identity. The anecdote foreshadows the larger Belgian resistance against Germany.
An Indiana political figure rejects attempts to label him as pursuing the presidential nomination. He states he will remain focused on state issues and campaign priorities in the near term.
A bold concept proposes an aviator crossing the Atlantic Ocean while striking a golf ball along the way. The idea blends aviation daring with sporting whimsy, illustrating a fusion of flight and golf in a single feat.
An old English prescription for speedy greens notes a bent grass variety may produce a putting green in six weeks after laying good sod. Greenkeepers praise South German bent Washington strain as ideal for putts, while North Carolina courses face climate limits for fairways and winter greens.
In Raleigh on Sept 16 AP reports a $1.5 million drive to improve Baptist educational institutions in North Carolina. 665 workers pledged at a conference as a mid October kick off aims to finish payments before the 1930 Baptist convention. 1 million goes to Meredith College debt, 250000 to Wake Forest, 260000 to Mars Hill Campbell Wingate Rolling Springs and Chowan, with W M A leading the fundraising effort.
In a surprise third round upset at the United States turf court championship, French star Henri Cochet loses to John Hennessey of Indianapolis in five sets 6-4 6-4 4-6 3-6 6-1. Other round results include Rene Lacoste defeating Takeichi Harada and Big Bill Tilden overcoming Elmer Griffin.
Raleigh September 16 AP new concerns chartered include Neuse River Hardwood Co of Smithfield to manufacture small wood articles buy and sell timber authorized capital 10000 subscribed 6000 by York Johnson and H G Johnson. Tipton Sam Manufacturing Co of Charlotte to make laws authorized 50000 subscribed 300 by Moore Mungo and Duckworth. Cuts Brothers Inc of Gastonia to buy sell cotton authorized 100000 subscribed 5000 by Ouzts family. Troy Cotton Mills Co of Toy to manufacture yarns and cloths authorized 200000 subscribed 5000 by Staten Anderson Staten Jr and W B Anderson. Kafer s Baking Co of New Bern authorized 5000 subscribed 500 by Alfred Kafer Jr Sadie Kafer and Katherine Kafer.
The U S department of agriculture suspended downtown wholesale fruit and vegetable trading due to a strike by 2000 teamsters and chauffeurs aiming for higher wages. Delays threaten perishable produce and potential large monetary losses if the dispute is not quickly resolved.
Growers and shippers faced mounting delays as large quantities of goods were tied up in freight cars at railroad and boat terminals. The bureau stated the backlog tied up significant volumes, impairing distribution and local employment opportunities.
In Tokyo today the infant daughter of Empress Nagako was named Hisanomuya Sachiko meaning eternal happiness. The ceremony featured the traditional bathing rite and the bowstring ritual to ward off evil spirits.
Salisbury reports the sale of Lundeen the Raleigh Capitals first sacker in the Piedmont League to the Memphis club of the Southern Association. The purchase price was not announced.
A large fire in Sacramento damaged the Zellerbach Paper and Ward Seed company buildings. By dawn the blaze was under control with losses exceeding 325000 dollars. Fourteen firefighters were injured, two seriously, one feared fatally from a fractured skull.
Chicago hogs 13 000 head. better grade hogs around 225 pounds, fairly active and steady. pigs 25 to 50 cents higher. Sows 10 to 16 cents lower. butchers 240 pounds up but very slow. over 300 pounds 15 to 25 cents lower, top 12.00. Cattle 2,000 head. most killing classes steady. grass offerings 9.00 to 10.50. Sheep 12,000 head. fat lambs active, natives up 25 cents. westerns firm. native lambs 13.00 to 13.25. ewes 5.50 to 6.35.
New York creamery receipts total 13 092 with creamery firsts scoring 88 to 91. Eggs receipts 11 170 with Pacific Coast whites and pullets listed. Cheese prices steady with state whole milk flats held. specials 27 1 2 to 28 1 2 and held fancy at 25 1 4 26 12. Average run unquoted.
The article notes that captive elephants may not lie down for weeks and some have remained upright for up to five years, highlighting unusual resting behavior and possible welfare concerns.
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