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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1927
Page
4
A reflection whets the mind on the transience of life as quoted lines from Isaiah and Rivarol note human perishing and the inevitability of change across all things.
A fragment from Thomas Moore’s poem At the Mid Hour of Night reflects on love and memory. The speaker imagines beloved spirits returning to hear their shared song, voices blending once more in a vale of memories and distant echoes.
The decision written by Chief Justice Stacy, reversing Judge Parker, holds that home possession and consumption of whiskey by residents and bona fide guests are lawful under state and federal law, but buying or transporting for home use remains prohibited. The Halifax origin case critiques the Turlington act interpretation and emphasizes enforcement aims of the Prohibition statute.
A Raleigh report highlights the coyness of personal property across stocks, bonds, cash, bonds, and valuables while noting real estate bears the ad valorem tax burden. The piece argues realty owners consistently contribute annual taxes, despite hidden values.
The piece argues personal property is underassessed and not listed for tax just as the law intends. It cites 2.5 billion ad valorem value in the state and about 0.5 billion for personal property, with a 5 year old census placing true value near 2 billion. It notes constitutional reform debates, farmer opposition, and calls for full listing of values while acknowledging opposing views on dodging taxes and income tax reforms.
A commentary argues that prizefights attract intense public interest, with mass radio coverage and high attendance. It contends the sport trains fighters but questions its influence on public consciousness, noting fan faith and doubts about fight authenticity as key issues.
A Chicago alderman wants milk wagons fitted with rubber tires to curb noise. The piece ponders night sounds from dogs to trains, then surveys Chicago police mental testing of underworld leaders, noting potential public disclosure of results to deter gang violence.
The text argues that gang leaders lose influence as they rely on force and overwork their trigger fingers. It notes a reform undermining their status. It also mentions the French government decorating New York Mayor Walker, mocking his self-praise.
Dempsey returns with speed as a cameo, easing past the setback amid renewed talk of a clash. The article frames Tunney's decline and Dempsey's pace as the pivotal moment shaping future plans.
Commentary notes Taft shows a strong start as a 6,000 carloads a week shipping rate for California grapes signals a large summer supply and a promising winter jelly outlook.
Department of Agriculture unveils a fertilizer derived from cocoa and chocolate by-products with a scented blend marketed to farmers as a new soil amendment. The product aims to boost crop appeal and potential profits by combining odor appeal with nutrient content.
A sharp comparison suggests China uses severed heads on poles as publicity while America uses flagpole sitters as news. The line frames cultural contrasts in how spectacle and protest are perceived by media audiences.
Inmates at Philadelphia Zoo heard jazz and an elephant spilt a trunkful of water on the orchestra. The scene lingered as a reminder to treat elephants as friends of man in humane settings.
A Russian resident reportedly aged 132 is described as a possible diplomat by locals. The claim centers on extraordinary longevity and raises questions about verification and official ties.
The Open Forum letters defend Judge Stack against claims he blamed Ford cars for youth crime. The piece notes Stack did not single out Ford as unique and discusses philanthropy of Rockefeller Carnegie and Ford, suggesting broader industry factors and future plans by Ford.
High Point College fans will pack the stands as the Purple Panthers open the 1927 football season against King. A massive pep rally, late week bonfires, and a pre game parade are planned to build school spirit before the Saturday game. Coach Boylin has his squad in scrimmage preparation with a final session set before kickoff.
Shanghai dispatch reports Meiling Soong a Wellesley graduate confirmed plans to wed Chiang Kai-Shek. Family opposition cited but she said she loves the general and will follow her heart, a rare act for a Chinese woman of traditional limits.
Charlotte dispatches report no warrant issued for Rev. Willis T. Jordan who married Mrs. Emma Landridge of Washington D C in Columbus on August 19. Police say no official notice or letter has been received and no action planned. Jordan and Landridge were married by Squire J M Alexander.
The Virginia Carolina Power company’s ejectment action against Job Taylor in Northampton County over Roanoke River bottom land was affirmed. Several appellate opinions issued include Lilley vs Cooperate company and State vs Boswell as no error, while others such as Rhodes and company vs James Martin and Winston vs State were reversed or remanded.
Rev. Tom A. Sykes described a five week northwest journey to the Rotary Club with companion J. C. Hill. He praised Banff Lake Louise Lake O’Hara and Canadian Rockies lectures and noted Alaska’s surprising lushness with large dahlias and delphiniums and long days in three months of summer.
Chicago reports show Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey each vowing victory with their camps predicting knockouts or decisive wins. Tunney cites peak condition, while Dempsey promises to finish Tunney within seven rounds per his adviser.
A county grand jury returned indictments against four prohibition agents accused in the raid that led to the death of 77 year old Charles A. Gundlach during a gunfight at his home last week.
Hankow China Sept 22 AP martial law declared after a gang rescued a prisoner from a Chinese escort outside the British concession. The man, a suspected communist leader, escaped as shootings erupted. Several arrested, Japanese soldiers disarmed, a sentry bayonetted, and later machine gun fire wounded and killed Chinese. Normalcy restored.
The Worth case against Mrs. Norman T. Wrenn accuses alienation of affection and seeks 25000 damages. Jury selection occupied the morning. by midafternoon several witnesses testified. Officials expect a two day trial as court resumes.
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