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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1930
Page
4
The quote from St John 18 17 recalls the denial of Jesus by Peter as the damsel asks if he is one of this man's disciples. A Metastasio line adds, It is the just decree of heaven that a traitor never sees his danger until his ruin is at hand.
The article outlines speculation that Bishop James Cannon Jr faces new charges beyond stock gambling and political ties. It notes press hints of different issues, the Dallas church trial context, and his Brazil departure suggesting awareness of broader accusations. The piece argues the public moral question hinges on Cannonism rather than private acts.
Bobby Jones leads in the amateur championship at Merion, four up on his semifinal opponent as he eyes the potential all time golf record with a clean sweep of the four major titles in one year. Analysts note the strain of such a climax on a devoted athlete and question whether he can endure the pressure.
The Wake Superior court debated whether to continue an audit of an insolvent brokerage. The judge noted that after an audit one has only the audit, and the costly examination was ordered to continue. In Greensboro the Gant books are being audited and a $16,000 shortage in the Confederate pension account was found so far.
The piece argues that Guilford county will not be satisfied until all clerical office trusts are scrutinized. It notes pension checks are permanent records and misappropriation is traceable, and questions why annual audits did not flag irregularities while urging deeper, comprehensive reviews of public trust.
Zara Agha a Turk who claims to be 156 years old lies in a New York hospital after a limousine ran over his legs. He and attendants were on a street island when the vehicle passed and left without stopping. The piece notes the need for cautious traffic in a city of abundant dangers.
The Anti-Saloon league in New York offered to endorse a dry Republican candidate for governor if he backed a dry platform, signaling the party’s shift as the Republican convention adopts a repeal plank. Democrats oppose repeal, Republicans pledge to keep the saloon out if repeal passes, leaving the league’s next move uncertain.
The Ohio state board of movie censors refused to permit The Big House, delaying a verdict for months and finally ruling the film harmful to Ohio youths. The piece depicts a penitentiary riot and sparked controversy amid Ohio’s recent prison fire that killed 320 inmates.
Louis Guenther analyzes national resources to gauge reserves for growth. He cites bank deposits rising from 8.9 billion in 1906 to 53.9 billion in 1929 and workers’ savings growing to 9.1 billion by 1930, noting wealth surged over 300 percent while population advanced 43 percent.
A Chicago judge rules that adding water to good whiskey does not damage it, a decision applauded by drinkers while critics question the judge’s taste.
A lighthearted note about Boy Scouts in England competing in a baking contest and joking that they may become husbands someday, tying in the motto Be Prepared as a playful reminder of readiness.
The publishers of Mussolini's autobiography reportedly incurred losses from the release. Public sentiment seems to favor the Duce being seen rather than heard, suggesting limited demand for his written reflections.
A Cleveland man who drank 11 tumblers of water then invited others to compete for a water drinking title shows sharp discretion. He may have timed the challenge to a drought period.
A narrator revisits a lively fair night, ignoring grown up ideals as neon lights and cotton candy lure with youthful acts and tempting treats. He skips a wrestling match, ponders temptation, and recalls hunger and fleeting pleasures amid sawdust and crowds at the fairgrounds.
The narrator recalls riding a small black Shetland pony named Sedalia at a fair. They note worry about a horse with no teeth and compare it to a uncle, then describe mounting, dismounting, trotting, and galloping as the merry go round stops leaving them unsure of where to go.
A narrator endures a Ferris Wheel ride that lasts twenty minutes with dizzying spins and swaying towers. After the ride he escapes to the Monkey House where swarms of creatures perform on ropes and machines, meeting a somber friend who confesses financial ruin.
A fragmented reminiscence describes red syrup dipped apples tempting the speaker. The bite brings sudden pain and a recollection of Eve, blending appetite with temptation and caution in a brief, reflective moment.
A narrator encounters a tattooed man, a fire-eater, a death-defying lady, a tremulous blond, a fortune teller, and a baby Janus among dazzling lights. The scene reads like a crowded, luminous carnival of performers and spectacle.
Major Bruce Craven writes a tribute outlining William Cicero Hammer's life from Randolph County birth in 1865 to a long career as Asheboro lawyer mayor and U S district attorney. The piece highlights his public service in education politics and journalism and notes his family and church affiliations. The notice ends with a brief on political context and a separate dry candidate withdrawal report.
Zaro Agha a Turk who claims 156 years, in critical condition after being struck on Broadway and 61st Street by a car that fled. Witnesses identified the vehicle. the chauffeur denied responsibility. Agha, visiting scientists studying longevity, says he fought in wars and has many wives.
The temporary chairman and Secretary of State Henry L. Stimpson presented a platform that attacks the Roosevelt administration and pledges to correct administrative weaknesses. It promises laws to terminate tenure of party or public office holders and implement structural reforms.
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A lyrical reflection by Carol Haynes celebrates river travel and quiet immersion in nature. The speaker recalls gliding past willows and iris, noting fish and birds beneath a tranquil surface, contrasting leisure with the pull of hunting and fishing.
In Tripoli, North Africa, Italy plans to plant a desert defense belt to guard the province. An initial vanguard of 30,000 trees will be followed by a total of 1,300,000 trees transplanted toward the frontier.
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