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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1918
Page
4
The article debates George Creel’s actions and remarks on wartime readiness. It argues Congress unfairly hammers Creel for his communications and praises his public service. It asserts the United States was unprepared at entry and that Creel remains essential to mobilization.
American Expeditionary Forces under General Pershing have joined the fight in France, reinforcing British lines. Veterans and new arrivals are adapting quickly, with Foch commanding the Allied west forces and preparing to deploy the U.S. troops alongside long‑time British and French units.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces that during the present war examinations may be taken wherever the candidate resides and not only in the state of residence. For permanent appointments in Washington D C only those domiciled in the state or territory for at least one year prior may qualify. Stenographers typists and bookkeepers are in high demand with weekly exams nationwide. Local post offices provide details and application blanks.
Camp Sevier Greenville April 11 Col J Van B Metts and Lieut Col Cyras M Paircloth of the 119th Infantry and Col W Minor and Lieut Col Cande McGhee of the 120th Infantry among others return from Camp Stanley Texas after three months of training. The 30th division led in training with all regimental officers passing the Leon spring course. Col Junius T Gardner of the disbanded North Carolina Infantry also passed and may be assigned to active service. his return is uncertain.
Washington April 31 news item from General Pershing shows one American killed in action among 24 names. War department notes two died of wounds five died in accidents 13 of disease 69 severely wounded four missing 30 slightly injured.
Theda Bara wore and helped design many gowns for the film Du Barry. She actively collaborated with the director historians and dress makers, shaping the production with her distinctive style and input.
Mexico City reports the department of state urged Chihuahua Coahuila Tamaulipas Nuevo Leon and other border states to block foreign organized groups of workers seeking employment abroad. Officials cite broken promises payment failure and hardship at border points and ask authorities to oppose such recruitment efforts in the future.
Special report from Camp Sevier Greenville notes Edward A Scruggs a dismounted soldier stationed at the Remont depot and a former resident of Greenville killed himself at his parents' home Sunday morning after shouting a farewell line. His wife Mrs An Scruggs was summoned from Hidalgo where she was visiting.
Lieut Col W W Lewis commander of the 105th ammunition train spent last week at Camp Sevier Greenville observing firing practice at the artillery range. He attended with a party of officers from the train. This week Major March and a party are at the range and Major Silcox returned Saturday.
Second Lieutenants J. B. Sharpe and O. R. Robertson of the 114th field artillery are reassigned to the 120th infantry at Camp Sevier Greenville April.
A cutout slip promises a trial package from Foley and Co of Chicago Illinois containing Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets in exchange for five cents. The offer is presented as a mail-in promotion from Mann Drug Co.
For sale Columbia phonographs and Grafonolas in walnut oak mahogany finishes. Cash or easy terms. Call to compare prices and terms. Full stock of records and needles available. F. P. Cauble Jewelry.
Schedule shows train arrival and departure times with no guaranteed accuracy. Southbound No 21 lists stations including Parson, Roker, Thomasville, and High Rock with daily departures except Sundays. Northbound No 22 lists stations but legibility is poor and exact times are unclear.
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