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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1916
Page
4
The piece notes Germany and Russia ready to clash in the Balkans, praises Bulgarian capture of Kastoria, laments fluctuating lobbying activity in Washington, and sketches state politics with Hughes and Wilson. It highlights a university corn club event in Raleigh, Randolph voters hearing both sides, and mentions food shortages in Wilmington.
Cotton futures opened barely steady with August not quoted. October futures fell to 14.61 while December slipped to 14.70 after the call. Prices moved about 13 to 15 points lower early, then settled 5 points higher in covering before the first hour.
Chicago August 23 Wheat opened with free selling but commission demands limited declines. The December contract started slightly under the prior close, touched 1.524 and finished around 1.53 dollars, after briefly dipping to 1.52. The market then edged up about a cent from the bottom as prices regained ground.
W M Kenney died early this morning after more than 48 hours of illness following an operation. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3 30 PM at the South Main Street Methodist church with Rev H H Robbins delivering the sermon. Pallbearers are J W Clinard Joseph A Davis J O Connor J M Hayworth C W Albertson Z M Sillman and Robert Brockett Sr. Relatives in Front Royal Virginia have been notified and are expected to attend.
Observers at the Punkville Preparedness League parade discuss poetry trends noting rhythm and irregular lines as playful commentary during the street display. The exchange hints at lighthearted local culture and the crowd’s engagement with creative forms.
A driver asks for the town speed limit, halted at the boundary. The village constable evasively replies to proceed and promises to signal when speeding occurs. The exchange hints at local enforcement norms and informal policing.
Reportedly Thompson sustained injuries in a railroad wreck with statements noting damages claimed from the company. The dialogue indicates prior unawareness of his injury and subsequent acknowledgment of the incident.
A quip suggests modern women’s fashion impacts savings banks by making money easier to visible or hidden. The exchange highlights attitudes about finances and appearance in the era.
A polished agent offers an Encyclopedia of Familiar Quotations, but a businessman declines, preferring fresh quotations from stock market reports in newspapers each morning. The exchange minded exchange of ideas contrasts with a demand for up to date financial phrasing.
On September 22 at 10 oclock the Carolina and Yadkiq River R R Co will sell at public auction the ax CG L car No 37670 to the highest bidder for freight and charges. The car carried lumber from AlcolA S C consigned to High Point Furniture Co and refused by the consignee. Shipment date December 15 1915. Kawdw G & Y.R.R. Co.
Miss Hackney will join as assistant secretary of the Industrial committee in High Point. She comes with strong recommendations from the National Chamber of Commerce and local business leaders and will begin work on the first day of next month.
C J Clapp has a permit to build a residence on King street between Ray and Glenn with eight rooms and modern conveniences at not less than 3500. J C Cross holds the contract. H A Oakes also secured a permit for a house costing about 1000, to be rented, located on Ennis street.
A visitor observes numerous storefronts bearing Olsen in St. Paul on August 23, noting Olsen Hardware Olsen Meats Olsen Drugs Olsen Groceries and Olsen Mfg Co all clustered around one big building. He remarks it seems the source for all the Olsen signs.
A physician counseled daily golf while the speaker jokes about fellow golfers offering directions after witnessing their swing. The quip highlights humorous social pressure and self awareness among players on the course.
A young married couple seeks three rooms for rent or for sale options furnished or unfurnished. Contact Mrs. R. C. Smith at phone number 2939.
Walter Royal as receiver of Southern Buggy Co. will sell at public auction in West High Point on August 31, 1916 at 10 a.m. the Lot No 11 in Block A of the Welbhorm plat, Guilford County. A ten percent bid deposit is required immediately after bid acceptance, applied to the purchase price if the sale is confirmed.
Richmond health officers and physicians adopt a resolution declaring Virginia in a state of quarantine against all areas infected with infantile paralysis effective at noon August 25. State health commissioner Enmon G. Williams calls the meeting and oversees the measure.
The Allen family extends heartfelt thanks for kindness, sympathy and support during illness and bereavement. They express gratitude to friends for their loyal and generous favors.
Hay fever and asthma sufferers are urged to try Foley's Honey and Tar for relief. The remedy claims to ease inflammation clear air passages stop rasping cough and heal. The wholesome family remedy contains no opiates and a bottle lasts a long time sold by Mann Drug Co.
The dialogue highlights the tough path to wealth in the film industry. It notes the sacrifices and challenging experiences that moving picture stars endure to earn their salaries.
Administrator ED L Ragan will sell to the highest bidder at public auction for cash on September 18 1916 at 2 pm on the deceaseds premises. The items include a soda fountain and fixtures. Auction notice dated August 17 1916.
Mrs. Pa. reports her baby’s severe cough relieved after the first dose of Foley’s Honey and Tar. The product is advertised as free of opiates and available at Mann Drug Co. for household use.
Mrs H Clapp of High Point North Carolina credited Dean's Kidney Pills with relieving years of kidney pain backache and dizziness. She stated her cure remains effective over three years and endorsed the product again. The ad promotes Dean's Kidney Pills priced 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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