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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1927
Page
4
A quotation reflects on human nature and virtue, citing Saint Paul and Shakespeare. It contrasts earthly origin with inherent moral or practical goodness drawn from the world. The fragment meditates on values tied to earth and humanity.
A poem describes Loveliness dwelling between river and hills in a valley. Beauty appears in nature as seasons turn from spring blossoms to winter snows. The speaker sees her folding the year, tuning a wood-bird flute, and flitting unseen through storms and green leaves.
A fragmentary column teases themes from rural life to politics. It cites relief for farmers, business efficiency sermons, traffic rule ideas, views on dating, cold weather charm, neighborly radio, presidential uncertainty, and a saxophone neighbor.
The piece notes Asheville Dr. F Scott McBride warns a wet in the white house could worsen bootlegging. It cites North Carolina politicians showing sympathy toward Smith and questions if enforcement would improve under current administrations. The broader concern is intensified lawbreaking amid political shifts and prohibition pressures.
The Atlantic Monthly analyzes a fifth reservation in the United States bid to join the world court. It argues the clause could allow blocking advisory opinions on any matter with claimed U. S. interest unless clarified by Congress. The piece questions whether the United States truly desires participation in permanent peace efforts.
A London horticulturist claims to have produced a true blue rose, a feat long sought by rose growers and symbolic of humanity's quest for the ideal. The piece likens the blue rose to the lure that drives exploration and invention as in Columbus's voyage.
Dr. C. L. Barber of Lansing addressed the American Bar Association of Medico Physical Research in Chicago asserting that 60 percent of babies born to cigarette smoking mothers die before age two. He linked maternal smoking to extreme infant mortality in a sweeping statement.
Reporters in New York tested a Chicago claim that smoking harms unborn children. Physicians ridiculed Dr Barber’s assertion while Dr Oscar Schloss called it absurd. He noted infant mortality cannot be tied to maternal smoking at such high percentages and warned against unscientific exaggeration.
An American political observer argues instalment buying has softened radicals into conservatives. He notes Labor gains in wages and shorter hours, plus debt-financed homes cars and radios, making reformers cautious. Those unhappy with the status quo now fear upheaval more than wealthier conservatives.
The passage frames a universal pursuit of an elusive ideal, likening legends such as Li ndbergh Einstein Edison and artists to a quest for the blue rose. It ties exploration science and creativity to a shared symbolic goal, suggesting perpetual striving.
A British traveler recalls a South African Kaffir asking who is that government and why take my money. The piece links language deaths to Welsh decline and notes Welsh and English use shift. It then critiques North Carolina Women’s Clubs alignment with Federal Education Bills and potential centralization of education under a national framework.
A High Point reader appeals to citizens to back Edward and Mrs. Fraser, praising their healing revival, noting debts incurred to fund meetings, and urging subscriptions or hotel expense covers to keep the program in the city. The letter defends faith healing and cites pamphlets and scripture while urging timely contributions.
Walter W. Linley aged 54 a noted sportsman and cousin of Vice President Charles G. Dawes died at 2 15 PM after arsenic poisoning. He had lived in Asheboro since 1917 after moving from New York City. He bred bird dogs Apple Jack and Plumgoodun and helped pass game laws. He is survived by one brother W O Linley of Pasadena and a nephew. Funeral services set for 4 PM tomorrow at his Asheboro home conducted by Rev Cathian G Smith.
Greensboro report describes a Camel line bus colliding with an Essex car near Thomas pool at the city limits. The Essex burned after overturning while the bus struck a telephone pole. W. M. Lake of Salisbury suffered a broken collar bone and other injuries in a separate city crash. County officers also reported a Jamestown crash with undetermined names.
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