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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1919

Page

5

Amos Family Ends 12000 Mile U S Tour In Warm Homecoming

Mr and Mrs Amos and sons Charles L Jr and Kenner returned to the city Friday after a two month trip covering much of the United States. They crossed the Rockies and Pacific coast and found a Colorado Springs visit with a sick brother. The journey exceeded 12 000 miles and they plan to travel through central rather than southern regions on the return.

Rockies Pacific Coast Amos Central United States

Luncheon honors Miss Armfield guest of Miss Long

Miss Adelaide Armfield of Ashboro was the honoree at a luncheon at the O Henry in Greensboro hosted by Miss Helen Long. Chaperoned by Mr and Mrs Charles F Long, the party traveled from the city for the meal and shopping before returning home. Attendees included Miss Lucile Pickens Miss Mary Elizabeth Long Miss Margaret Bencini and Miss Isabel Tate.

O. Henry Miss Armfield Miss Long Adelaide Armfield Ashboro Helen Long Greensboro Charles F. Long Lucile Pickens Mary Elizabeth Long Margaret Bencini Isabel Tate

Baptist Young People Union Meeting Plans Picnic

The Baptist Young People's union with over 40 members will meet Sunday evening at the usual hour. They plan a picnic and will decide the time and place at the meeting. All members are urged to attend.

Baptist Young People’s Union

Sugar relief sought in Greensboro by chamber official

Garland Daniels, secretary of the Greensboro chamber of commerce, wired the sugar equalization board asking help to relieve the local sugar shortage. An end to the Charlotte and Winston Salem street car strike loomed after a conference among union men company officials and citizens.

Greensboro Garland Daniels Chamber of Commerce Sugar Equalization Board Charlotte

Faison to Speak at North Carolina Bankers Meeting

State bankers officials announce General S L Faison former commander of the 30th division will address the annual meeting in Winston Salem. Elsewhere in the state ten thousand attend Mocksville picnic funds go to Oxford orphanage. A hail windstorm damages crops in Danbury and Greensboro Aviation company secures charter with 25000 authorized stock.

State Bankers Association S. L. Faison Association Mocksville Clement’s Grove Oxford Raleigh Greensboro Aviation Company

Plan 10 Flour Price Fixing Details Publicized

Government plan to sell U S flour at two fixed wholesale prices. Julius Barnes directs price ceilings for wholesalers and retailers. Stocks from export purchases diverted to jobbers nationwide. regional price split excludes Pacific coast.

United States Grain Corporation Illinois and Indiana Line Mississippi Pacific Coast

Mayor Serves as Strike Mediator in Hammond

Mayor John Brown acted as mediator in a dispute involving 2,000 Standard Steel Car Company workers. Local authorities had asked Governor Goodrich to keep state troops ready for potential strike duty after yesterday's events.

Hammond Ind John Brown Standard Steel Car Companyo Good Rich

Rail strike ends as workers return to rail shops

Washington reports the last of the thousands of railroad shopmen on strike since August 1 are expected to return to work today. The railroad administration prepared to address the workers’ wage increase demands.

Washington

Armed troops quell riots in Coal Island clash

In Coal Island Tyrone clashes between nationalists and unionists led to police and soldiers charging rioters. Troops were withdrawn at 4 am after a night of disorder. A number of rioters were hurt and a police inspector was knocked down and severely kicked during the charges.

Londonberry

First Baptist YWCA to Meet with Miss Clinard Monday

The Y W C A of the First Baptist church will meet with Miss Virginia Clinard Monday evening at 8 o'clock. A full attendance of the membership is desired.

The First Baptist Church Virginia Clinard

Mrs. W. J. McAnally and Adelaide Return From Winston-Salem Visit

Mrs. W. J. McAnally and her daughter Adelaide have returned home after visiting in the residence of Mrs. M. D. Stockton in Winston-Salem.

Businessmen Headed for New York Trip

Julius L. Allen Bascom Bundy and other city businessmen will leave this evening for New York for several days.

Julius L. Allen Bascom Bundy New York

Loflin Receives Large Loraine Hearse for Funeral Use

Loflin and Son of the city received a newly designed Loraine hearse. Made by the Loraine Motor Hearse Corporation of America, it features a silver bronze finish suitable for funerals. The long-travel capable truck has a gravy cover for flowers carried by six men to place in a grave without disturbing arrangements.

Loraine Loraine Motor Heare Corporation of America Indiana

Frank Vestal Heads to Philadelphia for Short Leave

Frank Vestal, on a 30 day furlough, leaves today from this city to visit friends and relatives before proceeding to his ship in Philadelphia for a few days’ stay.

Frank Vestal Philadelphia

Kinston Guest Miss Irma Tapp to Visit City

Miss Irma Tapp of Kinston is expected today for an extended visit and will stay with Miss Marguerite Kirkman and Miss Odelle Peacock in the city.

Irma Tapp Kinston Marguerite Kirkman Odelle Peacock

Wes ley Memorial Church Ladies Aid Postpones Meeting

The ladies' aid society of the Wes ley Memorial church has postponed its regular monthly meeting until September.

Ladies’ Aid Society Wesley Memorial Church

Miss Lillie Royals Returns from Moore's Springs Vacation

Miss Lillie Royals, who spent her vacation at Moore's Springs, has returned to the city.

Miss Lillie Royals Moore’s Springs

Barbee Couple Visit Philadelphia to see Barbee Parents

Mr and Mrs Fletcher Barbee have traveled to Philadelphia for an extended visit to Mrs Barbee s parents.

Mrs. Fletcher Barbee Philadelphia Mrs. Barbee

Skulking Prowler Accosts White Girl in Georgia Town

In Thomasville Georgia at 4 30 p m a seventeen year old white girl was accosted by a negro in a residential district. A negro girl appeared on the scene and was said to threaten violence. The attacker fled after the alarm was raised and posses began scouring swamps and woods around the town, including estates of wealthy northern residents, for the suspect.

Georgia Thomasville

State Meet Is Called For Continued From Page 1

North Carolina county commissioners Association meets at Wrightsville Beach with Guilford Forsyth and Greensboro delegates. Kernersville road urged for opening. Asheville chosen for 1926 meeting. High Point and Greensboro officials attend. Delegates enjoy a Wilmington drive with road demos and watermelons.

W.C. Jones Guilford County E. T. Mickey Board of Commissioners Forsyth County Mickey Jones Guilford Forsyth Counties Asheville High Point Greensboro Good Roads Association Automobile Association

West End Baptists Plan Revival Led by Bro. Black

In the West End Baptist church Rev. Jas W. Rose presides as pastor with morning and evening services and a 11 a.m. sermon on The Peacemaker's Promise. Dr. J. Lipperman praises Bro. J. F. Black’s revival leadership and notes Black will start a new meeting September 7.

West End Bro J. F. Black Bro. Black West End Baptist Church

NC Visitors List Among Out of Town Guests

A roster of North Carolina visitors in the city on Friday and today includes James Hill of Charlotte A W Bennett of Greensboro Mrs FE KE Osborn of Greensboro George W Pritchett of Greensboro A S Feltz of Charlotte J KE Weatherly of Elizabeth City George C Tudor and Hon Manley McDowell of Winston-Salem KE M Nance of Fair Bluff Charles M Denny of Glensboro Miss Lucey M Everett of Pinehurst E M Spencer of Charlotte C H Hobbs of Asheville T F E Powell of Raleigh.

North Carolina James Hill Charlotte A. W. Bennett Greensboro FE. KE. Osborn George W. Pritchett A. S. Feltz J. KE. Weatherly Elizabeth City George C. Tudor Manley McDowell Winston-Salem KE. M Nance Fair Bluff Charles M Denny Glensboro Lucey

Local Resident Expected Home After Vacation

Miss Alene Tomlinson, who has been spending a vacation in Winston-Salem and at Mo fgre's Springs, is expected to return to this city today or Sunday.

Alene Tomlinson Winston- Salem Mo Fgre’s Springs

First Baptist Woman's Missionary Meeting Slated

The Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist church will meet Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock with Mrs. R. C. Charles at 133 Elm Street.

Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church R. C. Charles Elm Street

Covingtons Return From Extensive South Carolina Trip

Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Covington have returned from an extensive motor trip to points in South Carolina.

W. C. Covington South Caro

George Tudor Visits High Point on Business

George C. Tudor, a well known Winston-Salem insurance man, was in High Point today on business.

George C. Tudor Winston-Salem High Point

Miss Susie Kelly Leaves Sanford After Visit

Miss Susie Kelly of Sanford departed Willowbrook Street after a visit with Miss Viola Foust, returning home yesterday.

Susie Kelly Sanford Viola Foust Willowbrook Street

Miss Cora Giles Returns to City After Vacation

Miss Cora Giles returns to the city after a two week vacation. She resumes her usual activities and is welcomed back by friends and colleagues downtown.

Ruth Harrison Returns From Reidsville Visit

Miss Ruth Harrison, who spent the week with friends in Reidsville, has returned to the city.

Ruth Harrison Reidsville

Weather forecast of strong storms and showers tonight

Weather der storms prob showers and thunder likely tonight and Sunday. Slightly warmer in the extreme west portion with gentle to moderate variable winds.

Salvation Army Services Announced in City

Salvation Army on Smith Street led by Captain and Mrs Glenn Washburn offers Sunday school at 10 a m and a Salvation meeting at p m. A Sunday school on Hobson Street is at 3 p m with weekday meetings Wednesday at 8 p m. Everyone is invited to attend.

Main Street Methodist Hf. H. Robbins J. O. Connor Salvation Army Smith Street Glenn Washburn Salvation Hobson Street

Local churches outline services and campaign plans

Christian church announces Sunday school at 9 45 a m with Rev L Wyrick preaching at 11 a m and 8 p m. Endeavor prayer mid week at 5 o'clock. Saint Marys Episcopal notes Ninth Sunday after Trinity with 10 m Sunday school, 11 m morning prayer sermon Falling from Grace. Ep Episcopal campaigns urged. Highland Cotton Mills services 4 p m. Ruth Hone of Thomasville hospitalized for appendicitis.

First Reformed Roy B. Leinbach John W. Hedrick First Methodist Protestant North Main Street George R. Brown R. J. Shaw Norman Wills Greensboro Wills Christian Endeavor Christian R. C. Boyd L. Wyrick Endeavor Saint Mary's Episcopal Thos. IL. Trott Episcopal Church Highland Cotton Mills

Keeran Wood Reunion Planned in Asheboro

Keeran-Wood families plan annual reunion in Asheboro on August 23. A committee selects a site and all relatives are urged to attend promptly at 9 o clock with well-filled baskets.

Keeran-Wood Asheboro

Birth Announcement for Helen Elizabeth Motsinger

A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Homer E Motsinger. The infant was named Helen Elizabeth.

Homer E. Motsinger Helen Elizabeth

Tennessee Bound For Brelvian Moore Visit

Brelvian Moore departed today for a month long tour visiting locations across Tennessee. She will travel to multiple towns and return with reports on regional events and developments.

Brelvian Moore Points Tennessee

Mrs W Floyd Horne Undergoes Appen­dix Operation

Mrs W Floyd Horne formerly Miss Ruth Yarborough had an appendicitis operation at High Point hospital. She worked for Continental Furniture for over a year and has many friends in the city. Friends may visit Sunday.

W. Floyd Horne Ruth Yarborough High Point Hospital Horne Continental Furniture Company

Mrs Muse Recovers At Home After Appendicitis Operation

Mrs. C. C. Muse, who had surgery for appendicitis at High Point hospital, has recovered sufficiently and has been moved to her home several weeks after the procedure.

C. C. Muse High Point Hospital

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mrs. Amos Charles II Charles L., Jr Kenner B. ¥. P. U. Meeting Max Bones Winston Salem Danbury U.S Tor Julius H. Barnes Hines Coal Island County Tyrone Miss Clinard Visitors Brepurn NEW Today Navy Georgette Voite Sisle Moffitt Furnishing Company Loflin R. L. Loflin and Son Ladies Aid Moore's Springs Quaker City Alives of the County Commissioners Association Wilmington Carolina Lumnna W A. MecGirt Wilmington Good Roads Organization James H. Cowan Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Pors Mrs. Charles Lina George Tudor Miss Kelly Cora Giles Services Ruth Hone Stamey'’s Stamey’s W. L. Stamey & Sons Props N. Main St Allen Alluen Hince Jolrade Department Store High Point N Reunion Mrs. Muse Kaustine State U. S. Health J.l.murphy O'Henry Hotel Greensboro, N. C Liberty-Piedmont Institute Wallburg, N. C G. C. Kirksey Irving Carlyle Ing School Wallburg, N.C
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