17 Aug 1924
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1924
Page
1
The page compiles varied notes from The Sunday Enterprise including editor names and advertising rates. It mentions Otto Wood’s return to news, the Yadkin bridge opening audience estimates, the North Carolina general assembly, and a New York professor’s theory on laughter and civilization reflecting the era’s conversational chatter.
The speaker avoided commenting on his predecessor and his former administration. He shown a willingness to move on from the past and focus on present concerns, signaling a desire to bury old issues.
A dated commentary notes that the murderers who robbed a taxi driver may face execution within a month. It questions the link between crime and profit, reflects on childhood fantasies now seen as normal adolescence, and mentions a Chicago doctor disputing signs of insanity. The piece also discusses an anonymous tip clearing a Charlotte business man of charges and the Yadkin bridge opening drawing big crowds.
A remark questions Mr Shavers political astuteness as his telegram to Mr Bryan stirs debate among Democrats who favor not making overtures to the man who denounced Bryan in New York. Dr Davis is urged to accept Bryan's support as offered rather than seek it.
Within a month this city will celebrate an event of more than passing importance as High Point college opens its doors for the reception of students. The institution, starting out with the support of this community, as well as that of the Methodist Protestants, should become one of the larger colleges of North Carolina and a distinctly helpful institution.
The North Carolina Senate approves sending the ports and ships bill back to the House with a plebiscite. The House is urged to accept the measure as passed, allowing the governor to present the proposal to voters and avoid a direct showdown. Senate compromise aims to quicken disposal of the issue and empower voters.
An offshore booze ship beyond the 12 mile limit tests enforcement. The vessel, likely American in crew though registered under a foreign flag, may operate without U.S. law constraining its cargo or activities in neutral waters. Patrons show contempt for law regardless of ownership.
The paper urges that constitutional amendments, not the legislature, raise legislator pay. It recalls debates from 1923 with lawmakers urging fair compensation and argues votes in November should include this pay raise. It maintains pay should cover expenses, not fuel avarice, and that the people must approve changes.
The state should consider how to continue road building with available funds from gasoline and auto taxes while weighing the wisdom of additional bonding to speed construction. Governor Morrison urged continued progress, stating all important public roads should be paved, signaling possible advocacy of more bonds.
The article weighs Frank L. Page's stance on state road bonds and potential new issues. It notes Page's conservatism and influence, the bonds' past performance, and the likely next regular session debate on expanding investment versus continuing pay as you go.
A Greensboro writer in a Methodist Protestant publication extols High Point College and urges North Carolina Methodists to increase gifts and pledges. He recalls the denomination’s small numbers, praises audacious efforts, and calls for sacrifice to launch the institution for a century.
A Methodist Protestant appeal urges young men and women to prepare for Christian service and asks parishioners to donate generously. It emphasizes relying on God for guidance and funding, warning against doubt and urging obedience to the Spirit.
A Herald Tribune report recounts a night aboard a mystery ship bound for a floating cabaret. The party, including wealthy guests, paid $5 for a state room and a $5 cover, sampled beverages from $1 Scotch to $20 wine, and enjoyed a jazz orchestra as captains, sailors, and a diverse crowd mingled in a late night, luxury setting.
Morrison asserts public faith in popular action asCape Fear and Yadkin River railroad control and port legislation loom. Bailey's factional backing, potential senatorial bid, and gubernatorial ties complicate the contest while Meeking and Connor appointments stir East Carolina politics amid party maneuvering.
The passage notes Democrats hope for John W. Davis’s election and no appointment if Judge Connor remains in office, with North Carolina senators not objecting to the extension, highlighting political maneuvering over judicial tenure.
Sharp inquiries into Dr. Singer and theories of split personality dominated today’s session. Darrow pressed for links between mental illness and crime while Crowe accused the defense of evading the law as cross examination wrapped, with Dr. Singer acknowledging schizophrenic tendencies in youths near Leopold and Loeb.
Ernest Slate once a wandering hobo was taken from a freight car by local police. Mrs. R. T. Sappell arranged care, and he now works as a spindle boy at Highland Cotton mill. He receives weekly wages, boards with Mrs. Holbrook, and hopes to attend school this fall.
The Burrus Clinic on North Main street is now open to receive patients. Beds and furnishings are in place with 16 to 18 rooms equipped. Dr J T Burrus heads the clinic and aims to connect state and southern physicians soon. Dr O B Banner, a renowned ENT specialist, plans to move to the clinic and Dr Boner will join the staff.
Moffitt Furnishing Co. head announces relocation of the business into a corner building at Kugtsa and Main streets. The remodeled store will feature extensive window displays along English street and front facades, a new X-ray lighting system, modern interiors, and a focus on millinery and smart women’s apparel. The plan aims for the mid September opening.
Fire Chief A B Horney departed the city yesterday for Buffalo New York to attend the International Association of Fire Engineers convention running Tuesday through Friday The gathering marks the 52nd annual meeting with headquarters at the Statler hotel The program includes a Tuesday dinner a 50 mile boat ride on Lake Erie Wednesday parade exhibition drill and Thursday’s banquet and an outdoor supper at Niagara Falls Friday He expects a good time and valuable instruction and experience from the convention
A Canadian Wheat Pool has been formed modeled after the U S Wheat Association. Eighty thousand wheat growers have joined for a five year period. The pool is strongest in Saskatchewan and expanding in Alberta and Manitoba.
At 109 years old Mrs Nora Bradley Kane died in Newton Connecticut claiming she never needed a doctor until a week before death. Her formula work hard and leave all the rest to God. She avoided medicines, praising proper living and sanitation over pills. The piece muses on Fordization of society, competition, and the value of uncertainty in life while noting public acts of charity by Boston ticket sellers and honesty in averages. It also mentions New York children’s health between urban and rural areas and questions about medical aid and expenses.
Doctors note health measures vary and common sense favors rural children, who appear healthier than city youngsters despite urban advantages in training. The argument suggests environment explains fitness differences more than statistics or tests.
Thomas E. Ruth argues in the National Democratic Magazine that the machine wins by operating year round while independent elements are October focused. Some experts foresee voters realigning to two new parties, Conservative and Progressive, by 1928.
The butchers' national association in Chicago warns housewives have forgotten how to cook cheap cuts and risk driving prices up if demand surges. They call the cheaper meat "drug on the market" and warn against a rush for round steak as prices would rise to match demand.
Los Angeles reports night automobile racing will begin at Ascot Speedway when the dirt track re opens August 23. Lighting work is underway to convert the Plant into a night racing venue.
The birth announces Margret Kathleen, a daughter born to Mr and Mrs J A Prot ter at 701 East Commerce street. The event notes the baby’s name and parental names with a local residence.
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