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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1942
Page
4
In a critique of wartime promotions, Robert Ruark praises Greer Garson for raising patriotic support and bond purchases, noting her sacrifice and the broader impact of movie stars. Local officials discuss price ceilings and governance while readers weigh constitutional amendment information and public notices.
Washington reports WPS Chief Nelson approves a universal service act to draft labor if volunteers fail. In High Point NC James A. Coad of the War Industries Board urged local furniture and wood products firms to seek war contracts, urging action before civilian goods demand worsens. Local manufacturers fret over delays and missed opportunities, warning against doing too little or too late.
In Raleigh the governor pokes fun at state officials habitually calling distant acquaintances, calling it a costly habit. The piece notes midnight spikes in calls and daytime impulses, joking that officials should curb such conversations to save the treasury.
The State Democratic Party backs the education amendment and names Monroe Redden to lead the campaign. Questions arise about a $17,000 war chest and future use of party funds for a nine month state school term and other amendments. Public answers from Redden are awaited.
Danville Virginia fair officials face a clash with authorities as Virginia plans a statewide blackout during the fair week of October 5. The collision could dampen crowds and profits, while a prior request from the newspaper to cancel fairs looms over the decision.
The Baruch committee’s frank digest reveals delays and doubts about standardized polymerization plants and Buna S production targets. It questions whether November start dates will hold, suggests possible four month delays, and notes a four large firms share vital compounding data only after six weeks. It raises tensions between grain and petroleum as feedstocks and hints at broader risks to military rubber supply. Horsepower can be very dangerous if not mixed with the proper amount of horse sense.
Walter Winchell on Broadway recounts a bustling scene with celebs and hangers on in New York. Notes include sergeant Joe Louis sipping milk at Ubangi and Hazel Scott in an air conditioned frock, plus Nancy Kelly dunking doughnuts at Reuben’s and Jackie Cooper drumming at Welly’s Stables.
Strikes and personnel changes headline a broad brief including the Steh li Sitk ALI strike ending and Rev J Clay Madison resigning from Lebanon AP Church to study at the University of Chicago. The Enterprise Cooking School opens Sept 20 at the Paramount with Miss Louise Dixon in charge and various notes on residents and events across town.
C A York served as judge pro tem due to Judge Walter Royal's absence and presided over an unusually large municipal court docket this morning. The Girls Reserves scheduled to meet this afternoon at the Y W C A hut.
Lynn Nisb et reports from Enterprise Bureau at Sir Walter Hotel that state leaders urge reduced telephone use to aid wartime effort and call for public cooperation. Governor Broughton also promotes a 35 mile per hour speed limit on highways and opposes sectional gasoline rationing while noting authority rests with the legislature.
John A. Nelson of the conservation department notes a steady rise in shad take from eastern Carolina waters with the latest year showing 3 000 pounds valued at $750 000. The gain reflects diversions of fishermen to other activities rather than true scarcity, amid broader public remarks on aviation and wartime duties. General Caleb Haynes, recently promoted brigadier general, is linked to famed Eng Bunker and Chang Siamese twins in local lore, with Mount Airy ties and family reticence on further details.
A collection of aphorisms and reflections from leaders and thinkers. Quotes touch on self admiration, tastes, wine, perseverance, and the ongoing World War I struggle. Notable names referenced include William Jennings Bryan, Gen John J Pershing, Paul van Zeeland, Rabbi Milton Steinberg, and Maj William Duncan Herridge.
A quoted verse from Psalms 67 4 praises God’s righteous judgment over nations. The note adds a Shakespearean reflection claiming heaven’s supreme judge cannot be corrupted by any king. The pair links sacred authority with literary musing on governance.
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