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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1926
Page
4
A brief reflection notes that orthodoxy can be taught by others but living faith must be shaped by personal experience, citing James 2:20 and a comment by Buchsel as emphasis on personal conviction over mere belief.
A nostalgic tribute to a father figure named Jim, celebrated for his pride and warmth. The poem contrasts a dad's simple homecomings with the joy of his children's hugs and acceptance. It emphasizes lasting impact as age lines creep in.
Klass Everts of Norfolk walked the one mile from Portsmouth to Norfolk in under an hour while wearing a leaking diver’s suit. He plans a future crossing of Hampton Roads basin, claiming the feat may mark the start of a new sport as inventions push intercontinental walking forward.
Organized pecan growers from Virginia and North Carolina hold a joint conference in Norfolk marking the start of a week of activities. The program includes tours of Tidewater orchards and ends in Raleigh with visual demonstrations of pecan growing potential. The event aims to prove pecan culture is a profitable, long term venture encouraged by North Carolina authorities.
The article describes Florida's hurricane damage and the swift need for national and southern aid as the state adapts to changed conditions. It notes the prior devastation, ongoing recovery efforts, and the urging of prompt support with energy and money.
A southern island storm destroys lavish playgrounds, beaches, and a steamship amid wrecked hotels and homes. Losses soar to 125 million dollars, sparking debate on state response and Florida’s development dreams. The public expects rapid, large scale restoration and strong state aid to define the state’s character.
The Broadhurst theater began an after midnight screening at 12:10 AM drawing mixed views on expected attendance. Observers debated whether more than fifty would attend while others noted the show’s success and High Point’s shift toward nocturnal entertainment. The piece muses on artificial light and a possible 24 hour schedule for society.
The piece argues police pressure on Mrs. Aimee Semple McPherson stems from her prominence. It asserts investigations should uncover facts while she bears the burden of leadership and public scrutiny. It stresses the need for full disclosure to clear or convict her.
Major Gerald C. Brant, a chief witness for Brig. Gen. William Mitchell at the Washington court martial, testified that lack of unified air command hindered joint Army and Navy maneuvers in Hawaii and fueled dissension among officers. He corroborated Mitchell’s charges regarding Air Service administration.
Major Brant, who backed Colonel Mitchell, has been promoted to chief executive officer for Trubee Davidson in charge of aviation. Col Mitchell left the air service rather than submit to a court martial, while Brant’s promotion is seen as a tribute to fairness in the American air service by supporters and officials alike.
Senator Capper argues farming must pay via science and training while loneliness on the farm drives youth to cities. At Sikeston’s southeast Missouri district fair a DJ jazz show and dancing replaced traditional exhibits with a horse race purse shift, radio displays, motor cars, and a ladies style show as a provocative experiment.
A county school in Alabama burned on the first day as football returns. The article notes those who were hurt last season hope for better outcomes this year while reflecting on common curses and the public mood toward the sport.
A compact reflection suggesting that few rely solely on luck but instead blend prudence with chance. It emphasizes discernment and steady judgment as better guides than fortune alone.
A fragmentary verse sketches autumn leaves and seasonal sneezes. It riffs on romance and social status with casual witticisms about love timing and a chorus girl marrying a rich man’s son. The playful lines blend mood with pithy observations on regret and uplift.
A collection of aphorisms on business talk crowd mentality vanity and daily oddities. Witty lines touch on interpreters crowds chicken habits alarms and the idea of moving with good company over merely coming from good people.
A reflective column weighs dangers of dim lighting and forest fire risk, warns against unsafe habits, and questions movie and social trends. It questions whether films satisfy our need for thrills or foster longing for unattainable sensations and discusses the era’s voyeuristic expectations.
A wry reflection suggests most fugitives are not at large but idle at home, waiting for new ones to replace those who mock the world’s injustice. The speaker hints at enduring hardship as Christmas approaches.
A Sept 19 letter echoes calls to shield young women in High Point from roaming young men. The author urges city officials to act to curb insults and protect families. Also notes Oct 14 gathering of the Shuford family and connections at R L Shuford farm in Catawba County with invitations to relatives from multiple states.
The Rev. F L Conrad of Emmanuel Lutheran preached on Luke 9 23 urging self denial and daily cross bearing as a common Christian duty. He cited Jesus cross bearing as lifelong and urged peace, self control, and helping others burden bearers. A separate crash report notes a two car collision on English and Elm streets injuring none seriously.
R L Dickerson a local man and employee of Lassiter Construction Co is in High Point hospital with slight bruises and cuts after a collision between the Hudson coach he drove and a Ford sedan driven by T L McLean of Statesville this morning at Eng lish and Elm streets The Hudson struck a large electric light pole causing it to break and drop while the car was pushed into the street and Dickerson was hurled against the wheel and windshield
Dorothy Gish stars in Nell Gwyn the feature at Broadway Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday presenting the true life romance of Nell Gwyn who vamps King Charles II. The tale follows her rise from selling oranges in Drury Lane to royal intrigue and romance with vivid stage chemistry and glamorous performance.
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