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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1916
Page
7
Havre, March 29, reports show the port transformed by British presence and Belgian refugees. The docks overflow with cotton and ships, English shop signs and British clubs line the streets, and naval authority curbs civilian activities while attracting wealth and tension among locals and visitors alike.
McDuff Virginia resident Mrs J B Whittaker says Black-Draught cured years of sick headache and stomach trouble. She praises its vegetable nature and daily use for family health, noting fewer illnesses since using it. The ad notes digestion relief and a 70 year history with over a million helped and urges purchase for 25 cents.
The S Toot naval dirigible balloon broke from moorings at Pensacola naval station and drifted for six hours before descending at Argyle Florida about 100 miles northeast of Pensacola. It carried 25 000 cubic feet of gas and was built at Naugatuck Connecticut for experimental aerial and water maneuvers by the navy.
Ed Stack pleaded guilty in the Recorder's court to being drunk and disorderly after a conflict at Arthur Haynes home. He was fined 85 and costs, with Judge Dalton suggesting work at the workhouse for rehabilitation. The Hayes case involving a shooting of James King was continued until Monday.
The Community of Divine Compassion monks allied to the Church of England receive exemption from military service on conscientious grounds. Based at Plaistow London they care for lepers in England and maintain a life of poverty. Their leper colony in Essex houses six patients about twenty miles from London.
The Japanese government informs China of appointing consuls to Yunanfu and Chengtu to study foreigner conditions in troubled districts. The move, made without Chinese consent, sparks debate over sovereignty as Yunanfu remains in revolt and Szechuen is being invaded.
An advertising tip recommends light meatless dinners and no milk to ease sleep disturbance. It instructs taking one Chamberlain's Tablet after supper and promises better rest. The note notes availability everywhere.
Mr H F Reynolds a Capital Traction Co conductor testifies to quick relief from indigestion constipation and gas after using Dreco a root and herb tonic sold by Ring Drug Co in High Point at one dollar a bottle. He reports better sleep less dizziness and improved liver function. He plans to continue treatment as a spring tonic.
Dr. J. L. Mann resigned after six years as Greensboro public schools superintendent to take a similar post in Greenville South Carolina. The letter was opened at a 2 30 p.m. meeting and city commissioners expressed regret but did not vote on release. It was expected to be accepted once presented as final.
In Raleigh the Athletics beat Raleigh 16 to 9. Norfolk saw the Athletics (Yannigans) lose 5 to 8. Washington edged Philadelphia Nationals 3 to 2. Brooklyn defeated Boston Americans 3 to 2. New York Nationals topped New York Americans 3 to 2. Columbus trounced by Cincinnati 2 to 0. New Orleans routed Tulane University 13 to 0. Baltimore beat Boston Nationals 4 to 3.
An old advertisement promotes Citrolax as the best remedy for constipation sour stomach lazy liver and sluggish bowels. It claims rapid relief from headaches and a thorough cleansing with no pain or nausea and urges readers to ask for Citrolax at Mann Drug Co.
A low fare Easter excursion by Southern Railway runs from North Carolina to Washington with special round trip service departing April 20 and returning April 24. Fares vary by origin from Gastonia to Winston-Salem, with Pullman sleeping cars and first class day coaches. Reservations should be made in advance. contact F. H. DeButts in Charlotte for details.
A sleeping car is arranged from Charlotte to Durham for physicians attending the North Carolina Medical Society state meeting. It departs Charlotte on Southern Railway train 32 at 7 45 p m Monday April 17 and stops at Durham overnight until morning April 18. Reservations should be made in advance by contacting the nearest ticket agent or writing R H DeButts D P A Charlotte NC.
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