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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1917
Page
4
A fragmented column collects wartime editorials and pandering headlines. It critiques democracy freedoms, draft evasion, and propaganda while noting political figures and public response amid a 1918 war context. It mentions Governor Bickett, suffragists, and a speaker's reference to Russia and national morale.
A reflective essay discusses labor relations, the duty of fairness between masters and workers, and the need for mutual dependence. It argues that after the war a new atmosphere will emerge where workers demand better conditions, and employers treat workers as their own masters treat the heavenly Master, fostering honesty and respect.
A Greensboro notice suggests forbidding housing or aid to a wife who has left her husband. The writer questions whether wives are personal property and argues society should allow enforcing support on deserting spouses, proposing that if one deserts, their own sustenance could be cut off to prompt divorce.
Ambassador Gerard recalls a Berlin stay and a joke about lamp posts to illustrate U S restraint in dealing with Germany. He recounts a prior conversation with Alfred Zimmermann and warns allies face greater risk of starvation than Germany. He urges Americans to grasp the peril and act.
The article argues for quick repair of several six inch deep holes on Main Street in the business section while a resurfacing decision rests with the city council. It urges action now to ease traffic and prevent obstruction during等待 property owners petition.
The piece contrasts American housewives using clothespins with Chinese workers who twist lines together. It argues labor-saving devices may not help the Chinese and could increase toil or temptations after work. The Christian Herald quote frames leisure tools as potentially harmful for workers with little spare time.
American patriots are urged to enter a city sponsored contest offering $1,000 for the briefest clearest and most ringing statement of what it means to be American. Manuscripts must be at Educational Foundations 31 East Twenty-seventh Street New York City by September 14. Information requests via return post included.
The Dry Goods Economist notes overall fur trim levels stay high in expensive coats. Fur bands remain a feature from knee to hem, though plush or velvet often substitutes for fur in the band.
An official dispatch from Friedrichshafen reports King Ferdinand of Bulgaria arriving in Württemberg with Crown Prince Boris and Prince Cyril to be guests of the reigning royal family.
The quotation notes that if Mexico sides with the Allies it would likely regret not defending its claims to Arizona and California, implying a shift in regional power and potential territorial bargaining.
A fragment notes skepticism about spy work and house work affecting health and mentions Wells and Roe. The text references kidney issues and asserts some benefit from Kidney Pills, implying a testimonial about their effect on kidney wellbeing.
The United States Geological Survey reports 136 million tons of bituminous coal and 142.7 million tons combined with anthracite were used by railroads in 1916, up from 1915. Increases occurred across the southern, eastern, and western districts with notable gains.
St Louis August 11 The Reds aim to win tomorrow against the Cardinals to honor Christy Mathewson on his birthday. Mathewson known as Matty Big Six and the Old Master was born August 12 1880 in Factoryville Pa. He started in 1899 with Taunton and rose to stardom with the Giants, later managing the Reds this season to a winning pitch.
A Worcester Telegram reprint notes Berlin workers going barefoot to save leather for soldiers. It cites German POWs in French and Russian hands near shoeless status, with wooden shoes selling for minimal leather to scuff toes. The piece argues Germany cannot endure another winter in trenches and faces a rusted Kaiserism.
Milwaukee residents will hear talks by leading Socialists during the Chautauqua celebration at Pabst Park starting today for a week. The program includes speeches discussions and an elaborate entertainment lineup for visitors.
Herbert Kaufman argues that excess and poorly considered legislation hinder national progress. The piece laments delayed government action, contrasts democratic delays with concentrated authority, and urges peeling back laws to focus on winning the war and sending help to the front.
The Dry Goods Economist notes most coats for early fall lack fur trimming yet fur is widely used in outer distribution. Fur fabrics and velvet gain popularity with dressier coats in wool velours and velvet. Seal plush could see larger use if supply were less restricted.
An advertisement extols Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a reliable remedy for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. A testimonial from Mrs. Reitz of Allensills Pa. praises its long use and genuineness as Mann Drug Co. markets the product.
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