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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1916
Page
1
Reports through Rome say the Russian advance on the eastern front threatens the Teutonic defensive line south of the Pingk marshes. German withdrawals from Kovel and Vladmir-Volhynski are noted as Austro-Hungarian forces shift westward.
Paris reports two German assaults on French lines in the Lihane sector near the Avre river in the Somme region failed after French artillery fire. The official war department statement notes both attacks were repulsed.
The British war office reports that German forces attacked British positions north of Bazentyn de Petit in the Somme region last night but were repulsed.
Berlin reports German troops have pushed British forces out of the Forreaux woods near the Somme river in France. On the eastern front the German high command says Russian forces are wearing themselves down against the German line at the Stokhod river.
Reports from London say seven or more Zeppelins plus aeroplanes raided eastern and southeastern counties of England last night. No confirmed details on bombs, damage, or casualties. Independent accounts claim one Zeppelin was caught by a searchlight and fired upon, likely hit.
The German government informed the United States that due to impracticable conditions set by Great Britain on shipping food from America to Poland, further negotiations for Polish relief cooperation are devoid of purpose. The message was conveyed from Washington as an Associated Press report dated August 1.
New York August 1 rapid advance of 1.75 a bale followed the crop government report. Before official condition of 72.5 against 81 last month and 78.4 ten year average were published canvass of exchange members showed 76.5. Prices rose from 13.28 to 13.63 for back months after initial dip as weather improved and cables weakened.
Republican senators Smoot and Penrose blocked immediate Senate action on a joint resolution by Senator Updewood to provide 940000 for fed sufferers in the southern states. The move would offer temporary relief for destitute households in Alabama Florida Georgia and the Carolinas amid fears treasury deficits despite any new special revenue bill.
Baltimore officials reported the German submarine Deutschland preparing to sail home to Germany. Logs were towed to midstream as Captain Koenig sought a pilot to guide the vessel toward the Virginia Capes, with the same pilot who brought the submarine in said to be available.
Charles F. Hughes declares support for a constitutional amendment granting women the right to vote. He made the stance public in a letter to Senator Sutherland of Utah, issued from New York on August 1.
Representatives Eugen and Hamlin of New Jersey announced after a conference on the Black Tom explosion that they would go to Washington with Jersey City Mayor Fagan to urge an embargo on exporting munitions for Atlantic coast ports.
Joseph D. Cox reports plant damage at Standard Block Works led by J. Elwood Cox after floods. Property loss estimated around $5000 to the factory.
In Pamlinson Furniture mill two July bonuses exceed one hundred dollars as about 75 workers share in profits over a minimum. The plan rewards production, sparks friendly mill rivalry, and signals southern adoption of profit sharing. Judge Chef Dalton resumes municipal court duties handling rags theft, stabbings, fights and fines on several defendants.
Weather forecast calls for showers tonight and Wednesday. Cooler conditions arrive Wednesday with moderate variable winds shifting to the northeast.
Detroit reports the worst forest fire in years burning through northern lower Michigan. In Antram county the blaze covers about 12 miles destroying two lumber camps and equipment. The Antramaron company says hundreds of log loads and several big log wheels and flat cars burned. No life lost so far.
At a joint Commercial club and industrial committee session in High Point the group voted to hire an industrial secretary and granted 150 to publish a concise pamphlet about High Point. The folder will summarize a few key furniture city facts to attract global attention and promote local upbuilding.
Washington reports that crop damage from June 25 to July 25 reduces prospective U.S. cotton output by 1.85 million bales to 12.916 million 480 pound bales. National condition falls to 72.3 percent of normal with North Carolina at 70 and South Carolina at 65.
New York reports a sharp rise in infantile paralysis with 57 deaths and 159 new cases in the 24 hours ending at 10 o'clock. Health officials link the surge to a severe heat wave worsening the outbreak.
The August monthly business summary from the Federal Reserve Board shows domestic demands replacing foreign orders, based on reports from the Fed district banks. The finding highlights shifting demand patterns amid broader economic conditions.
Charles Hughes declared his presidential campaign themes in a rejection of the Wilson administration. He called for a firm policy toward Mexico, full American rights at sea and on land, and adequate national defense. He denounced foreign plots and criticized diplomatic conduct from the outset, citing failures in appointing diplomats and ambassadorial postings.
The speech denounces U S actions in Mexico, cites Vera Cruz, and argues the administration pursued aggression rather than protection. It criticizes diplomacy, warns of insufficient preparedness, and calls for stronger naval and land forces to safeguard citizens and borders.
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