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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1929
Page
4
A long report contrasts rising highway tolls in North Carolina with weak policing outcomes. It argues for strong constitutional enforcement to curb disorder, warns against vigilante action, and notes a shift in urban rainscape reflection and a humorous pivot on pig behavior research by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Enterprise letter writer lauds Chief Justice Taft as a beloved national figure who uniquely held both the presidency and the supreme court. The piece criticizes picketing and strikes during Wilson and Morrison terms and recalls Coolidge’s anti strike stance as shaping his rise. It argues that neutral rulers fuel political turmoil and urges enforcement of laws to restore peace and prosperity.
Congress member F H LaGuardia begins his campaign against Mayor Jimmy Walker in New York. Observers note LaGuardia's persuasive personality and potential to defeat Tammany Hall. He appeals to voters and signals a shift in the city mood with a focus on reform.
The article discusses replacing electric street cars with motor buses in small cities like High Point and Greensboro. Buses offer flexibility, quieter operation, and save street space but governments hesitate to repave old tracks. The piece notes favorable experience in High Point but questions long term permanence of the change.
In Greensboro residents argue over opening the world war memorial stadium for Sunday tennis amid Sabbath debates. Some fear the permit marks a religious breach while others accept Sunday golf and casual recreation. The piece predicts tennis will be played and the controversy will soon subside.
J W Bailey of Raleigh challenged the state government before Greensboro Rotarians. He warns that in Gaston and nearby counties a small group is dabbling in communism and seeking revolution, though he did not target them specifically.
The author praises autumn rain as a source of beauty, noting how persistent showers alter hills into misty familiar yet mysterious scenes, turning fields and groves into primeval vistas and transforming valleys into enchanted spaces, especially at night from a porch.
The Hickory Daily Record urges recognizing Constitution Week September 17 as a national observance. It calls on ministers to promote patriotism, schools to teach constitutional law, and the display of the National flag, noting North Carolina’s need for greater respect for law amid recent textile unrest.
The city notes a trend as bridal attendants appear without rouge. Observers say the bride herself was never expected to blush, keeping a quiet wedding day vibe.
Premier Ramsay MacDonald arrives in Washington aiming to learn about allied naval policy and strategic plans. He accompanies no naval specialists, signaling a broad review rather than a technical briefing.
A English researcher introduces a self writing figure now used to manage boxers in this country. The invention automates the figure's name and performs tasks associated with boxing management.
The practice of removing shoes before entering the house spreads in this country as friends and husbands return late from long days at the office. Despite prohibition, the custom grows in popularity and acceptance.
Parham rejects newspaper allegations linking him to the Cassidy vote in the Davis election contest. He states he was only briefly present on election day with others as Mrs. Cassidy sought an absentee ballot and asserts he never held or marked any ballot. He says other citizens who witnessed the process will testify.
Police report a Hercules Powder warehouse robbed of dynamite fueling fears the explosives could fuel labor strike factions. In other actions, eight unionists freed on conspiracy charges are arrested for arms at a residence. two public figures waive hearings on concealed weapon and reckless driving. several mill workers face seven thousand five hundred bail for flogging and kidnapping. The inquest into Mrs. Wiggins death continues as textile workers strike nearby.
In a Davis ouster trial, lawyers clash over absentee ballots and notary presence. Witnesses testifying on their intent to vote for Davis and whether notaries witnessed signatures highlight legal technicalities shaping the case before Judge Moore.
Seven bonds provided for appearance in Ca barrus superior court on October 14 and Gaston superior court on October 21. J A Baugh Loray mill general manager and Dr Lee Johnson signed bonds. Fourteen originally arrested. four released after hearing. Remaining held: Morehead, Pickering, Holloway, Carver(s), Lewis, Lane, and other Loray and Myers mill workers.
In New York a midtown rooming house arrest followed a Charlotte hold up reported Sept 5. Reese Hurt and Joseph Beth, fugitives from justice, face gun law charges. Two women and a five month old infant detained. Hurt allegedly confessed theft of 1200 dollars.
Washington reports President Hoover pleased with gains toward limiting naval armaments. If the principle accord is ratified by Britain and other powers, broader reductions may follow by 1936. Britain to retire seven cruisers and halt two construction projects. US to build up to the agreed limit with 8 inch gun cruisers.
London dispatches report Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald invited Japan France and Italy to participate in a London naval conference in January. The official quarters in London denied the report saying no invitations have been issued and no decision has been taken.
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