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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1917
Page
4
The Hyterprise invites brief letters on topics of current interest from readers. Writers may include their name, but may opt to remain anonymous. The paper credits Associated Press dispatches and local news as published.
In a bustling column a reader derides German and Turkish enemies, cites a hoped Christian victory, mentions U S Navy actions and the Jacob Jones, and complains about rail service changes from High Point to Greensboro affecting travelers and prompting a public reply from the Commercial club committee.
Editorial correspondence notes the House will allow a day for the prohibition and suffrage measures. It highlights past votes, predicts no change from speeches, and calls the votes a notable triumph for proponents. It observes dry laws in Virginia and Iowa, Ohio voting trends, and signals focus on war topics after holiday adjournment.
The United States has mobilized citizens to support the war by changing eating habits and conserving food. Americans have shifted to corn, poultry, pork, and reduced sugar and fats while buying bonds and supporting ships and peace efforts. Food contributions are crucial to the war, and the nation will not be found wanting.
In another column this issue The Enterprise presents a doubly interesting tale about the creamery operated in Davidson county. The story details the local dairy venture and its community impact.
The Davidson enterprise paid farmers 42 680.79 in two months for 138 770 pounds of butter fat while selling 854 826 worth of creamery butter. After expenses a 3 short dividend of 20 percent was declared and paid, showing strong local cash markets and returns for growers and investors.
Burgin L. Witherspoon of Hickory sought entry into the U S army but was rejected twice for physical disability. After surgery at the local hospital he was restored and offered hospital service. he will depart next Thursday for Fort Thomas Kentucky for training.
Fashion dictates women’s skirts now reach two to six inches longer while short styles linger no more. The Greenville Daily News notes the abrupt shift in hemline trends and public reaction.
The State Journal notes that President Wilson's address clears up questions about U S aims in the war while Germany's objectives have long been understood.
A humorous fragment contrasts meals for a dog with a reference to a Greensboro Daily News line about Hot Springs meat. The note hints at a tongue in cheek debate over canine appetite and local newspaper quips.
A railroad man recalls asking a businessman if he read his wife the economy lecture he promised. The reply shows little impact yet he claims small changes: buying a safety razor, giving up a tiger for a pipe, and cleaning last season's suit to extend its life through the year.
Local residents report imposters posing as Food Administration representatives. They attempt to buy or seize home canned goods under false authority, threatening households. Authorities warn the public to verify credentials and avoid giving goods to unknown individuals.
Daily timetable shows multiple trains departing northbound numbers 30 36 32 38 29 37 11 31 and 35 with times such as 2330 140 p m 9 54 p m 7 17 a m 7 32 a m and 6 10 p m for various routes notices.
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