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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1921
Page
1
Seth Tanner and Ola Dad Sveringham clash over business woes as Old Dad spends most of his time pitching boss shots and the so called big heads worry about what gets bumped in production.
A collage of witty inserts touches on prohibition bids, political figures, and cultural quips. It mentions Mr Bryan for prohibition commissioner, Col Harvey not from Marion, Irish woman cavers, Yankee player Ruth, and debates about weather, film plots, and public notices. The tone imitates a playful editorial page column with quick jabs at public figures and events.
Economists debate future price levels with forecasts ranging from a slide to 1913 benchmarks to a possible 60 percent rebound. Wholesale prices have fallen since May last year while wage earners’ living costs remain about 63 percent above July 1914, suggesting a slow return to prewar levels by March 1922.
The Yap dispute between the United States and Japan is tense but not warlike. The piece argues for calm, constructive diplomacy, noting frank talks between nations and a rising peace sentiment in Japan. It urges the United States to lead by continued open dialogue with Japan.
A business executive interrupts a switchboard call to Smith of Punk Bunk and Monk, then abandons the line to stare at a window cleaner. The article notes the drift toward private switchboard operators wastes workers time as callers fearlessly delay, a practice growing in recent years.
A fragment advises ready presence for a 30 second phone call to save time. It stresses avoiding unnecessary calls unless prepared to stay near the line briefly. The tone favors practical efficiency in business communication.
Bassett Digby challenges popular myth of idyllic South Sea life by recounting a tale of waste and decay on remote islands. He notes seasides teem with dead animals, rotting fruit, charred nets, and squalor, while heat and sun render the scene nearly unendurable. The piece argues romance is as achievable ten miles from home as across oceans.
The text notes a shortage of second lieutenants after mass promotions to first lieutenants, leaving vacancies unfilled across departments. It mentions the upcoming second lieutenant candidate exams beginning April 25 in several U S commands and praises the American Legion as a unifying, patriotic force shaping civil prestige and loyalty within American institutions.
The Rev. G. G. Blanchard remarks that using rouge and powder is not a great moral wrong and notes that girls hold higher standards today than 25 years ago. His statement reflects evolving views on femininity and propriety.
A compilation of quoted views from diverse figures including Dean Samuel A. Brown NYU Medical College asserting German profit in war, Eamonn de Valera warning of Irish oppression, Franklin D. Roosevelt praising American identity, and Marshal Fayote framing World War I as a long Latins versus Tentons struggle.
A puzzling medieval sounding parable recounts T speaking to Keturah about making a garden each spring and mentions a gardener’s song. The fragmentary text hints at seasonal duties and a call to labor but ends before a clear conclusion or outcome emerges.
Fragmentary humorous piece features a dialog about ancient language, gardening, and a playful mock epic. Dialogue includes references to Adam, Kelurah, Lana bum gardener, and a gardener’s dedication. Writer Walter E. Barton signs off with a punny magazine closer.
A fragment from the Doston Post quotes a backcountry exchange where a boy questions why his father places a button in the omissionary box after a missionary remarks that live beings do not wear clothes. The dialogue tone hints at rural humor and social norms.
The Washington Herald quotes economists saying canceling war debts could help the world recover faster and that business would rebound sooner if banks adopted this plan. The提 summary notes the call for debt relief and bank participation as key steps toward economic revival.
Acquitted after demonstration before magistrate, the New York group faces their case with steps to clear themselves. Philadelphia Public Ledger notes Germany’s bold reveal of brass while Meriden Journal comments on bashfulness.
In Verue a judge quips about a divorce suit crafted from lavender note paper. He notes Mrs. Gaybird has the prettiest divorce suit seen, made entirely from lavender note paper, prompting the line about consulting a lawyer rather than a dressmaker.
Omaha Daily News notes that X rays cannot reveal hidden bones in a craps shooter’s hands, playfully challenging beliefs about detection of luck and skill in gambling.
In a Daily Sandpaper item a New York wife discovers her husband’s affair with a piano student and files for separation. The headline notes music in suit and hints at blame. The piece references a London paper claiming all dew drops are perfectly round.
A brief local item notes a humorous aside about etiquette and propriety, referencing a remark from Aurora and Bencen News. It reflects period tone and preserves named sources in a concise card teaser.
A fragment from the Louisville Courier Journal and Detroit Free Press humorously contrasts bootlegging wit. The exchange mocks reluctance to join the “water wagon” and suggests a sly bootlegger serving the first drink, illustrating Prohibition era sentiment.
A Detroit Free Press fragment questions how hundreds of empty whisky bottles appeared in a cellar. One householder replies he never bought an empty bottle in his life, prompting disbelief and curiosity about illicit liquor activity.
A Philadelphia firm makes tel briquettes from sawdust. Iron workers wear wooden shoes on hot floors. Over 5000 printing plants exist in New York City. About 5000 stars visible to the unaided eye. England uses more than 400 commercial aircraft. Average wealth production of U S adult workers is 1250 dollars yearly. Olives flourishing in Jerusalem since 1099. The Power of Sympathy, 1789, first American novel. Wireless telephone now possible as far as wired. Over 75000 wooden shoes made annually in Michigan and Wisconsin. Giant Alaskan crab weighs 15 pounds and spans four feet. New York state cats kill 3500000 birds yearly.
Plattsmouth Nebraska obituary notes Justin Lily born 1837 Medina Ohio died at his home. Lily served as a delegate to the Chisago Republican National Convention which nominated Abraham Lincoln in 1860.
Raleigh April 23. Most apple varieties sustained bud damage from the recent freezes but many orchards in North Carolina still expect a profitable crop. State horticulturist C D Matthews notes injury estimates vary. careful orchard examination can guide spraying to protect live fruit and upcoming crops. Extension circular No 102 on Spraying Calendar for Apples is available from the Division of Horticulture.
A Greensboro jury awarded L. S. Ford of High Point $3104 in his suit against Dr. A. McAnally alleging assault and malicious prosecution. The verdict breaks down as 25 for assault and 2679 for malicious prosecution. Ford sought 22100, stemming from Ford's arrest months earlier after a dispute over repairs to a rented building. Ford was later found not guilty in municipal court.
Grand Rapids Michigan April 23 fifty two players auditioning for the local ball club. The roster includes seventeen pitchers three catchers two first basemen one second baseman seven third basemen four shortstops and ten outfielders.
A London boy born without hands receives a three years art scholarship. He is the son of a London County Hall messenger and has drawn notice for his paintings attracting broad attention.
In Hoxton London on April 23 70 year old L Mennie suffered a broken neck from an accident yet he travels the streets normally. Paralysis followed but doctors report treatment was successful and Mennie’s life is not shortened.
Churches schedule diverse Sunday services at Highland Mills and nearby venues. Highland Mills church lists Sunday school, morning and evening services with specific superintendent names, all in the Masonic hall and open to the public. Lutheran church notes morning and evening sermons, with a 7:30 pm service, led by Rev. P D Brown and David E K Cauble. Christian Church outlines Sunday school at 9:45, preaching at 11 am and 7:20 pm, with Rev. J W Knight and Rev A L Juneas, plus a midweek prayer meeting, welcome to strangers, and a selection of organ music and hymns.
The fourth Sunday after Easter, April 24, 1921, includes morning prayer and sermon at 11 o clock, evening prayer and brief address at 7:30, and Sunday school at 9:30. Rev C Wire to lead. J D Gattenfield superintendent, B R Thurman treasurer assist. Public cordial invitation extended to all.
Green Street Baptist holds Sunday school at 9:545 unclear time. Revival assist by Rev. Wanby from Wishte preaches both morning and evening services. Evening service at 7. BLY group meets Sundays 6:30. Deacons meet Sunday 3 o'clock. Connie leads congregational worship in the sanctuary.
James A Clarke pastor preaches at 11 am with Sunday school at 9 30 am A H Tate superintendent Women s Missionary Society leads 7 30 pm service RY PLA meets 7 30 pm Pain Board of Deacons 7 20 pm Tuesday Prayer meeting 7 30 pm Wednesday Public invited to worship with us
Main Street Methodist Episcopal Church South invites all parishioners to join a union service at Wesley Memorial Church at 11 oclock conducted by Dr H N Snider president of Wofford College. A 7 2 union service follows with Dr Shider as principal speaker and all three Methodist church stewards will attend.
Wesley Memorial and two other Methodist churches unite for morning service at eleven with Dr Henry N Snyder of Wofford College delivering the address. An evening union service at Main Street church at 7 30 p m features Dr Snyder and a meeting with High Point Methodist Stewards after. Sunday schools begin at 9 30 a m with R C Flatman as superintendent.
The article lists service times and events at First Presbyterian including a 9:45 a.m. school session with Robt. H.E. Rawson as superintendent, morning and evening worship at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m., and varied Christian Endeavor meetings. Auxiliary activities include a Monday meeting, a Busy Girls circle event, and reports from the Presbyterial. The program details hymn numbers and liturgical elements for the evening service.
United Daughters of the Confederacy meet at L. J. Ingram residence on Elm Street Monday at 3 30 pm. Mrs J A Hart and Mrs Dee Pollock assist with an attractive program on Gettysburg arranged by president Mrs Bascom Hoskins. Members urged to attend. An insect known as the Japanese beetle emits sounds like a bell.
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