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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1938
Page
4
A short compilation of devotional lines invoking release from wickedness. It includes a plea for divine aid from Psalms and a reminder that contemplation of a omnipotent Helper excuses despair.
The piece argues that surrender of the Sudetenland to Germany would transfer territory and more than 3.5 million people, jeopardize a natural barrier and key industries like the Skoda munitions plant, and may worsen Germany’s strategic position despite hopes for political stability.
The Supreme Court released a Wednesday judgment on a congressional contest in the Eighth District. It leaves the main legal question unsettled about the State board of elections authority to judge vote validity and voter eligibility in its supervisory role.
The article discusses unresolved political disputes over state supervision of county returns and potential party leadership changes. It weighs the prospects of Burgin and Deane stepping aside for a party ticket, mentions Walter Lambeth as a possible successor, and reflects on the era's political maneuvering. It also honors Mr White, noting his education under Dr Braxton Craven and his varied roles as teacher, druggist, banker, and gardener.
The piece compares Greensboro and High Point as they face bond issues. Greensboro resists new debt for nonessential government needs while High Point councils remain split on hospital bonds. Both cities seek fiscal conservatism to avoid straining debt and unlock private investment.
The obituary notes the death of Thomas Logan White an upright quiet man valued for his unostentatious life and wisdom earned through years of straight living.
Miss Jessica Ogilvie recalls seven sisters in San Francisco turning two hair formulas into a booming retail empire with shops in New York Washington and Paris and 1 550 stores carrying their preparations. She shares guideposts for women in business emphasizing appearance independence intuition generosity and discreet competence.
A compilation of remarks by A. W. Robertson and May or La Guardia on government and initiative. Abe Klein of New York truck drivers protests Red charges. Dr Stefan Osusky comments on fleeing from hearing. President Dixon Ryan Fox comments on American reading habits.
Excerpts from a March 6 1938 Walter Winchell On Broadway column discuss international affairs and domestic society. The Marquess of Lothian criticizes Downing Street policy, Czechs and Benes debated fighting Germany, Vera Zorina tops social rounds, James Melton boosts opera image, Jerry Wald visits prizefights, and Mike Romanoff entertains a seven million heiress.
A Time Magazine cover showing a Donald Douglas likeness prompts a blood stained mail and a charred face image following a Cleveland area plane crash. The incident appears amid a roundup of cultural notes including Don Ennis Kemp and Roy Moulton anecdotes.
The local Republican club maps campaign efforts with Senator Borah among early speakers. Dean P. E. Lindley of High Point College will preach at First Reformed church this morning. The Twins clinched the Piedmont League pennant by defeating the Pointers 6-4.
Miss Martha Sanford of Knoxville is guest of Miss Daisy Lee York. Leroy Hancock of Beaumont California visits Archdale relatives. Mr and Mrs George F Rule left for Martinsville Virginia where Mr Rule will work with Virginia Wood Carving Co.
The American Enka Corporation will build a huge rayon plant near Asheville. A morning message from Thomasville reported Dr. J. W. Peacock, formerly of that city, was killed in an accident near Redding, California, late Friday, Sept. 21. In Montana, Senator Charles Curtis, the vice presidential nominee, visited the state and was welcomed by the Kaw tribe who adopted him.
Twenty years ago local notes report few gas slackers on the streets and lighter machine use than prior Sundays. Dr Thurman I Mann has been commissioned first lieutenant in the medical corps and will depart around October 1 for Battle Creek Michigan to report to the commanding general. Liberty Loan campaign plans are complete in High Point with John R Peacock named city chairman.
Carlton Kirkman will depart for Durham to enter Trinity College in a few days. Wyatt A. Pickens will leave tomorrow for Chapel Hill to study at the University. O. Arthur Kirkman Jr. left today for the University of Virginia Charlottesville. Sgt. Sherman Venable has arrived safely overseas.
General Allenby reports wiping out two Turkish armies as British forces advance. Kaiser William vows to bar French and American passage through Alsace Lorraine.
A renowned artist claims Americans favor barber shop art, implying simple, accessible imagery over highbrow or elaborate painting. He contrasts casual, everyday subjects with formal gallery trends, suggesting popular taste leans toward familiar, inexpensive visuals.
A famed film siren cannot escape work on holiday as she spends downtime answering calls and managing duties. Her relentless schedule follows her even when she tries to rest, illustrating her commitment and the toll of fame.
A European boy astonishes with a philosophy degree earned by age fourteen. The report notes a trend of early philosophical pursuit among youths in the region.
A slice of daily life and profiles from New York features includes Charles B. Driscoll and George Matthew Adams, a math professor from Michigan, and Crosby Gaige the spice expert. Paula Lecler reports on Europe, wars, and brave correspondents with vivid field stories and perilous assignments.
The note recalls custom printing of town history in a four page menu folder at Drury's restaurant in Montreal with little illustrations and hints it could appear in American towns. It mentions vendors of cream bars facing a tough summer, Al Smith’s business interest, and traffic concerns near Eleventh avenue with looming plans for more lights before the 1939 Fair.
A Yale astronomer observes the world appears to be slowing and may be developing more pronounced circular motion near the equator as days lengthen and age advances are discussed.
Reports describe Europe in a troubled mood as political tensions and economic strain ripple across nations. Analysts note shifting alliances, protests, and policy challenges shaping the continent’s public discourse and international stance.
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