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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1936
Page
4
The passage likens faith and works to soul and body of Christian life. It asserts faith is the essence of religion while works give it form, and both are essential to spiritual vitality.
The death of Irving Thalberg robs the film industry of a young executive who helped build Metro Goldwyn Mayer into a leading studio. As producer of Mutiny on the Bounty Ben Hur and The Barretts of Wimpole Street his films doubled as entertainment and education shaping early film history. His foresight courage and business skill left shoes hard to fill.
The banquet honoring Harry Williamson sold out with a delightful toastmaster and brief speakers. Praise focused on the manner of his achievement and his fine character, sportsmanship, and modest nature, reflecting High Point pride.
The transoceanic flight by Harry Richman and Dick Merrill ended in a dispute over who leads the mission. Merrill says Richman makes all decisions and controls the show, with his arguments ignored as the voyage concluded after 50 gallons of gasoline were poured into the ocean.
Merrill claims Richman insisted on giving all orders during the flight despite doubts about his piloting. The author notes it is upsetting to take orders from someone less informed, but concedes the trip could have been worse if Richman had sung throughout.
George Andrew McMahon was sentenced to one year of hard labor after testifying that a foreign plot prompted him to throw a pistol at King Edward's feet during the Constitution Hill parade. The judge called him misguided and noted no intent to harm the king despite his alarming act and defense claims of a distant conspiracy.
High Point readies for a new Community Chest drive with resolve to avoid budget bloat. Leaders pledge economy and careful budgeting, aiming to match 1935 spirit of cooperation and prevent overspending while ensuring success in 1936.
Straw votes show shifting political affiliations with no mention of the St. Louis zoo frog reported changing its color. The unusual animal detail is absent from the reported outcomes or related commentary.
Report claims Trotsky is held on a modest Norwegian farm. Soviet foes will rely on grapevine chatter for news of his fate and activities.
A Chicago woman struck her husband on the head with a violin during a dispute, and authorities describe the incident as a domestic assault.
Westchester Connecticut Jersey and Long Island estates embrace artificial lakes to boost rents and prestige. Ridgefield leads a fad with hundreds of workers dredging lakes at dozens of estates, costing around 1500 per lake and up to 12000 in Greenwich areas as experts advertise quick blueprinting. The trend attracts mosquitoes and raises questions about value as Roxy brand remains a footnote in memory.
A vivid urban sight from a Radio City building shows a man cutting grass seven stories above ground, seen from two floors below on a terrace, prompting urban wonder about a strange elevated lawn scene.
On West 44th Street I passed Smith and Dale, the burly comedians once originators and members of the Avon Comedy Four, the vaudeville quartet that drew tortotious applause.
Ten years ago in September 1926 High Point prepared for a visit by more than 200 members of the Illinois Manufacturers' Association arriving November 9 to tour the city's furniture and textile plants. Frank Sizemore announces the southbound special train tour and local hosts. Other items note revival services, Akrobhinian Literary Society meetings at High Point College, potential Governor McLean attendance at a police convention, and ongoing YMCA physical examinations led by W F Bailey.
Twenty years ago in Wilkes flood distress continued prompting Mayor Moffitt to urge High Point manufacturers to donate chairs furniture and other necessities for affected homes. The Industrial Committee finished material on business stationery and announced plans to print stationery at ten dollars per thousand. High Point touted as a leading manufacturing city with hosiery silk glass building materials cotton goods veneers and street railway cars reflecting diverse industry.
Charles McAnally left this morning for Chapel Hill to enter the University law school. Miss Madge Idol returned from a two week visit to friends in Washington. Charles Delingey, who studied radio and electrical courses at Coyne school in Chicago this summer, is expected home soon. Misses Billie Hiatt Isabel Baylor Mary Muse Elizabeth Reitzel Elizabeth Jones and Mable Tate left Tuesday for Raleigh to enter St. Marys School.
Mr. J. A. Hart and son returned from Hendersonville and Asheville. Mrs. A. L. Holton, guest of Culpepper friends for two weeks, will return tonight. Dr. W C. Tyree, former pastor of the First Baptist church, spent a few hours in the city yesterday afternoon.
Dr. Hiram W. Evans leader of the K K K states the group favors paying war debts. Cameron Morrison announces 1932 Senate bid with platform. Ritchie and Weller report strong shows in Maryland as nine non permanent League members are elected Poland Belgium Romania Holland Chile Colombia El Salvador China and Czecho Slovakia.
France looks to cement its relationship with Poland by proposing tangible commitments and projects to deepen cooperation. Officials aim to present concrete options in diplomacy, economy, and security to solidify long term partnership.
The North Carolina National Guard was ordered to the border today. British gains continue north of the Somme despite a western front point near Ginehy. Petrograd reports unchanged activity across Russian and Galiel theaters. An 11-inch steel shell from Indian Head, Maryland, pierced Mrs. Mary Swann's home, missing her and her children by two minutes as she prepared the noontime meal.
The piece notes how Mayor Fiorello La Guardia often sits in a distinctive one leg tucked stance, likening him to a roly poly figure. It lists others who favor the pose including Charlies Laughton, Alexander Woollcott, Col. Joseph Hartfield, James M. Barrie, and Lincoln as historical practitioners, with Robert Esherw. as a modern exponent.
Robert Sherwood, an acclaimed American playwright, is described as an easygoing man living near London with a trained staff and bell pulls. He writes when inspired, not rushed, and enjoys steady royalties from prior successes. He is noted as a native New Yorker among peers.
Congressman Walter Lambeth defends the New Deal as a seven billion dollar net investment while noting uncertainty about long term gains. The Maine results buoy Republicans and Democrats for different reasons, prompting a lone farmer’s question on lasting impact.
The piece cautions against reckless political appeals and notes Talmadge of Georgia faced backlash after an anti New Deal ramble aimed to stir race prejudice. It reflects on political ruin from blindness to human betterment and cites a September 16 1936 foretold dreadful event as potential millenium indicator. The Enterprise intends to publish regardless of events.
The remarks include Prince Kata Ragoso of the Solomon Islands disparaging cosmetics as uncivilized and urging change among his people. Viscount Salmouth of Britain jokes about a sun ray powered engine while reacting to a world power conference.
British flyer Mrs Berg Markham proclaims a desire to see all America offers. She notes she seeks fun and exploration as she spans transatlantic flight history with a bold, daring reputation.
A chiropodist convention in New York hears Dr. Harry L. Goldwagz remark that while Napoleon claimed armies march on their stomachs they still march on their feet. The line underscores foot care relevance to military rhetoric.
Florence Lowther of Barnard College recounts big game hunting experiences noting lions yawn when approached and most animals ignore humans, retreating if chased.
The subject, who edited Life for a period on Park Row, decided to write a play and achieved a hit. He continued to produce successful works, more than many of his contemporaries, and stood near seven feet tall.
A lighthearted civic column praises McIntyre as a strong city sticker with a folksy voice. The piece evokes a rustic mood, likening home life to an old fashioned stove and stove litter, reflecting 1936 syndicated humor.
The piece critiques Republican strategy in attacking New Deal relief with anti WPA charges. It argues they scatter their fire rather than concentrate on a few clear issues like relief waste and graft, especially in Pennsylvania, and warns the effort weakens political impact and public understanding of the issue.
The article notes Senators Byrnes Robinson and Harrison as three senatorial allies who shifted stance to back overriding the President's veto on the bonus issue. Byrnes had previously voted for the bonus in 1932 1985 and 1936, making his record a point of contention.
Bruce Catton argues the drunk driving issue strains courts as sober citizens fear jobs and families. Paroles and suspended sentences are common to avoid wrecking livelihoods, but this soft approach may fail society by tolerating unsafe driving.
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