Wisdom excelleth folly as light excelleth darkness
A short devotional note cites Ecclesiastes 2 14 and remarks that wisdom surpasses folly and shines like light in darkness. It references Lorenzo and a verse attributed to Young.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
4
Ford voices critique of high tariffs in Smoot Hawley talk
The article cites Henry Ford arguing that raised tariffs may push American manufacturers to set up branch factories abroad, undermining wage standards and living, challenging the protectionist wage scale rationale behind Smoot Hawley. It notes Ford previously expressed skepticism about the measure and questions the broader impact on U.S. industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enry Ford
France
The Comparative Cost Of School Books In North Carolina
Homer Arey of Hickory argues in a letter that North Carolina spends far more per pupil on school books than any compared state. He surveys 55 counties and finds NC costs exceed others by a wide margin, suggesting potential reforms to save taxpayers substantial sums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer Arey
Hickory
Arey
North Carolina
The South and Western Cooperation Revisited
Senator Smith W. Brookhart of Iowa criticizes Governor Roosevelt and urges southern and western unity for economic action. He recalls a past senate session when western leaders appeared to cooperate on tariff legislation but the alliance collapsed after tariff gains were secured, leaving the south used in the bargain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith W. Brookhart
Iowa
Franklin D. Roosevelt
New York
Brookhart
Senate
Senator Proposes Inclusive Cooperation Across Faiths
A proposal from the senator aims to expand cooperative efforts across religious groups, but critics argue the plan may not fully include diverse faith traditions or address gaps in representation.
Gossip Sparks Bank Run Ends Raleigh Bank
An angry loan denial allegedly started a rumor that Raleigh Banking and Trust Co. was distressed, triggering a deposit run and closing the bank. Examiners questioned the man, no indictment yet, with broader warnings on the power of careless talk and distrust in financial institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh Banking and Trust Company
Raleigh
New York
Alfred E. Smith
Wake County
Wisconsin’s LaFollette dynasty fuels governor bid
A Republican nomination names Philip M. LaFollette for Wisconsin Governor in a saga described as a literal capture of a state by a family. The elder La Follette opposed parties, while his sons Philip and Robert have followed in his footsteps, building a political dynasty in Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Philip M. LaFollette
Bol
Robert M., Jr
Senate
la Follette
Philip
la Follettes
A Rain in September
An autumn rain is a state of mind that depresses city workers farmers and children alike as September days drag on. The piece laments the lack of practical fixes for autumn rain and contrasts it with summer winter and January thaw.
Prince of Wales May Visit Roanoke Island
The Mocksville Enterprise notes a possible visit by the Prince of Wales to Roanoke Island in the fall, urging timing after mosquito season to spare his royal hide. It recalls John White's 1587 colony and wonders whether weather and pests drove them away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Gardner
Roanoke Island
America
Elizabeth
John White
18th Century Ice Cream Emerges in American Industry
The ice cream industry began around the Revolutionary era with a 1777 New York Gazette advertisement. Dolly Madison popularized it in White House social events, while Hamilton's wife may have served it at notable functions. Per capita consumption rose from 1.04 gallons in 1908 to 2.9 gallons in 1928.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Gazette
Dolly Madison
White House
Alexander Hamilton
Rebel Against Paris Styles
American dressmakers announce they will not follow Paris designers if styles fail American needs. They rejected last fall’s long skirt decree and vow to ignore further Paris dictates unless warranted. The shift favors short skirts, praised as practical and hygienic by the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France plane Question Mark renamed Point d Interrogation
In France the Costes aircraft named Question Mark is officially known as Point d Interrogation, reflecting its interrogation motif. The renaming ties to the aircraft’s distinctive insignia and the tongue in cheek branding used by the crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Costes
Chronic kicker bears burden of paying bills
The remark frames the unpaid costs as a common burden carried by the person who must cover expenses, noting the financial strain involved. This snapshot reflects a recurring social theme about who ultimately pays for ongoing or unexpected costs in a given situation.
Office sage blasts newspapers praising prize fighting
A dissenting voice denounces sensational boxing coverage as scrap paper, arguing modern papers hype prize fighting beyond its worth and value, reflecting on media sensationalism and public taste.
Bobbie Cites Sinus Comment on Maine Political Shift
Bobbie muses on a Maine election remark and links it to national sentiment. He warns that if Maine goes Republican the nation may follow this trend. The quote frames a belief in electoral influence and party direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobbie
Maine
Yacht Race Moral Drawn From Competition
Commentary urges readers to value enterprise over luck as a lesson from yacht races. The piece argues persistent effort and smart strategy lead to success, not chances or luck. It emphasizes practical action and disciplined progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enterprise
Polo Players Sell Mounts After Contested Match
After a polo contest with Americans the British players sold their mounts. The discussion likely centered on whether to mail them via 0. D. or pony express, reflecting the era’s transport options.
Illinois judge orders mental exams for repeat traffic offenders
An Illinois judge rules that drivers with two or more traffic offenses will be turned over for mental examinations to assess the influence of mind on driving. The decision targets repeat offenders and aims to determine mental fitness for safe operation of vehicles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
My Early Years and Silent Moonlit Nights
Vivid recollections of boyhood pranks and first loves blend with late nights alone in woods and the ache of growing up. The speaker recalls Christmas anticipation, schoolyard risks, and moonlit dreams amid college days and quiet heartbreak.
Plan to Straighten Rio Grande River
Washington reports plans by the International Boundary Commission to straighten the Rio Grande south of El Paso Texas to prevent floods and shorten the river by 67 miles. The project involves top engineers and contractors and carries estimated costs of 10 million dollars for the United States and 1.4 million for Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NEA Service
Washington
Department of State
International Boundary Commission
United States
Mexico
Rio Grande
el Paso
Texas
Australia adopts stamp tax on wages to fund unemployment aid
Australia implements a wage stamp tax to raise revenue for unemployment relief programs. The plan shifts financing to workers, with proceeds supporting government efforts to reduce joblessness and fund social support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Lunch hour reform sought for city schools
A High Point citizen letter complains the lunch hour is too short and cold lunches are unhealthy. He urges the principal and school board to extend time, noting some students cannot afford meals and would benefit from a longer break. The writer signs as A Citizen of High Point and Lew Rogers requests open discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Student thanks Mr. Douglas for school dining concern
Carlton Hooks, a High Point High School student, thanks William Douglas for his Enterprise statement and urges quicker action on cafeteria length and dining facilities as parents show interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Enterprise
High Point High School
William Douglas
Carlton Hooks
Victim of Bedaux System Demands Labor Protections
A worker from the Tomlinson Chair company details decades of service, current wage cuts, and claims the Bedaux system overworks employees while reducing earnings to about $40 monthly. He defends unions as workers' protection and condemns outsiders backing management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enterprise
Tomlinson Chair Company
Bedaux
Wage differences spark southern labor critique across states
A New York editorial contrasts southern labor troubles with northern strikes, citing Gastonia evictions and a parade ban. It notes low southern wages and poor conditions, then compares state book costs, urging reform of the school-book system to cut expenses for families and taxpayers. Homer Arey of Hickory laments the tax burden and calls for cost reductions in North Carolina schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Enterprise
New York
North Carolina
Tennessee
Lynn
Mass
Patterson
N. J
Gastonia
Wheeler
Montana
Senate
Overman and Simmons
N.gc
North
Alabama
Georgia
Massachusetts
Illinois
Pennsylvania
The Bedaux System and the Worker
A reader critiques the Bedaux management method, praising wages as bait while condemning practical demonstrations and worker exploitation. He argues the system favors outsiders, questions true cooperation, and cites local labor tensions and public reaction.
Promised business exposed by night inspectors
The men and their pets hide behind secrecy, fearing exposure as inspections threaten their actions. When a board is lifted to reveal bugs, the light disturbs them and the ruse collapses.
Labor Union Debate Seeks Support for Organization
A speaker argues for union strength against the Bedaux system and warns High Point workers about wage cuts. The note defends local union officers, urges farmer and worker organization, and cites a Tomlinson worker earning 21 cents an hour versus 3.50 a day, urging residents to resist wage suppression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor Union
the Enterprise
Tomlinson
Tomlinsons
High Point
Tomlinson Contract Controversy Cited by Workers
In September 1939 a High Point worker argues the so called Yes low dog contract was not a real contract but a loyalty statement to Tomlinson Chair Mfg. Co. The letter condemns an outsider labeled a yellow dog and criticizes authorities for allowing him to stay at an expensive hotel while workers doubt his motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
Sarge
Marcel Proust
Enterprise
Publix-Saenger Company
Keith
High Point
Tomlinson
the Enterprise
Mfg. Co
H. Tomlinson
Mtg. Co
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