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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1921
Page
1
Seth Tanner notes that housework only appears when incomplete and that items obtained for nothing require payment to a person who will remove them. The remark reflects a pragmatic view on chores and the cost of disposal.
A garbled column notes frost on garlic, sunlit imperial musings, and assorted political quips. Mentions Mr. Kitchin, German Reds, Secretary Davis, Yap, Mexico envoy, prohibition, and baseball season opening. Concludes with incongruent bites on farms, publishing, and actors.
A Florence Crittenton home in Charlotte cares for four underage mothers and girls with babies, plus two feeble children. A national worker is in High Point seeking aid. the city must raise at least $50,000 for equipment and maintenance. High Point and Charlotte citizens are urged to contribute promptly, with suggested regional totals.
A large turnout at the High Point High School auditorium showcased the growing community singing program. Organizers, led by Mr. Mingon and Mr. Cummings, urged expanding song leaders and continued musical events across factories, schools, theaters, and outdoors to foster neighborliness and a more active democratic spirit.
The article portrays Neil Rene Viviani former prime minister of France as the first foreign government representative openly lobbying in Washington. It notes his polite French demeanor contrasts with traditional lobbyists and speculates on a shift to new style lobbying, with potential Senate recognition in state matters.
A historical report asserts Germany bears responsibility for the war and should compensate for damages, framing the argument as a central moral and political demand of the era. The piece emphasizes accountability and the call for punitive reparations in postwar negotiations.
A Swiss portrait shows former emperor Karl I of Austria with his family in a peaceful Swiss home. The cartoon mockingly juxtaposes his relaxed porch scene with the idea of a divine mission, calling out the exiled royal’s apparent shirking of duty as public opinion turns toward ridicule.
The narrator recalls a man who sent water through a desert voyage and shared a daily cup of cold water during a pilgrimage in the Holy Land. He notes the donor’s generosity, costing him more than money, and reflects on how small acts of kindness carry lasting meaning and divine blessing.
The passage muses on the durability of civilization and the need to safeguard public virtue and private life. It contrasts Kipling’s exhortations with Spengler’s theory, noting the limits of ancient and modern predictions and urging vigilant cultural preservation.
Hitamonu Seala of Newark Nood may owe his life to his American Legion button. As he left his home four men argued nearby a revolver boomed missing its target and striking Seala. He checked for a wound, found none, but saw his lapel button dented. The four assailants dashed before help arrived.
Included in a West Virginia Americanism pamphlet are paragraphs urging unwavering patriotism. The text proclaims you are American whether alive or dead, stresses vigilance against un-American practices, and calls for constructive criticism while affirming the United States as the greatest republic. It also urges leaders to ensure posts have an Americanism officer and to promote constant talk of Americanism.
Charles G. Dawes faces mixed reaction after testimony to a congressional committee with supporters praising his wartime record and critics fearing it implies a bias against accountability. The piece notes applause from those who read his remarks as advocating reduced oversight and references critics from slacker to conscientious objector.
A discussion on Oswald Spengler's forecast of civilization's fate, praising books printed in Germany despite high prices. The work, finished in 1917, is criticized by Ralph Barton Paine for superficial scholarship yet noted for sharp observations on historical events. Quotations from various figures comment on prohibition, crime, and global affairs.
A string of sensational quotes from various figures discusses fashion, philanthropy, and morality. Pauline Lord criticizes attention seeking by short dresses, while clergymen stress religion in home life and divorce. An astronomer predicts Earth’s replacement within 70 million years.
An uncertain past haunts outlook as industry names surface. Leonard Fr. Jeer is noted as vice president at Cleveland Trust Company, signaling leadership shifts amid volatility.
Vera Cruz reports piling freight in the Mexican port crippling trade. Notes included are past earthquakes in January, revolutions, and quarantines for plague and yellow fever causing repeated dock worker strikes and a three month railroad shutdown.
A flood of political notices from High Point announces candidacies for city council and mayor. Grayson Caldwell Wersey and Herndon pledge square deals, service to the city, and seek votes from both men and women in upcoming primaries and elections.
Charles L L Amos announces his candidacy for councilman in the second ward of High Point. He pledges honest service, a clean administration, and asks High Point voters for support. He states his aim to act without fear or favor and to serve the city and ward in the coming elections.
N B L Russell announces candidacy for city councilman from the third ward in High Point subject to the primary voters decision. He pledges unbiased service to the city and its citizens and asks for public confidence.
A candidate outlines a platform focused on conscientious effort and worthwhile service with a firm determination to provide a fair deal, inviting voters to support the bid for the ensuing term as mayor.
In 1921 H A Moffitt announces candidacy for mayor of High Point subject to the April 19 primary, pledging honest service. Another notice from HFASM OPP TPS shows a candidate for city councilman from the second ward recalling prior service and seeking renewed support.
A campaign letter from W L Stamey appealing for votes emphasizes proven achievements in High Point including free school books cemetery improvements free playgrounds and community services railroad crossing improvements water sewer and street extensions and a modern municipal building Stamey stresses consistency openness and a record open to inspection while denouncing smear tactics and promising to remain accessible and true to supporters
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