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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1919
Page
1
In Indianapolis on December 17 a citywide alarm triggered by a stuck railroad whistle began a morning of sirens bells and frantic calls as residents speculated about apocalyptic events. Authorities and weather staff dismissed any planetary conspiracy theories while the city responded with churchgoing and concern.
David A. Latham, High Pointer, honored for bravery in France, was presented with a Distinguished Service Cross at 9:30 in the high school auditorium by Lt. Col. C. S. Floyd. Weaver M. Marr lauded his sacrifice and patriotism, praising Latham’s readiness to serve again.
A lighthearted report notes superstition claiming the world would end as six planets align, but by press time only minor damages appear in High Point with sewer pipes cracked and basements flooded. Workers in a local print shop carry on as payroll routines resume amid the playful panic.
Greensboro Rotarians at the Greensboro Country Club last evening aided by members from nearby clubs to introduce High Point into the group. The gathering focused on the benefits and workings of Rotary and welcomed new participants.
The Mexican government sent a note to the American chargé d'affaires in Mexico City stating the Jenkins release alters the case’s aspect and that Mexican law cannot be set aside by American belief in Jenkins' innocence. In Washington protesters urged the ICC to block the Cummins railroad bill and pursue government operation of the lines.
Raleigh reports an acute shortage of church leaders endangering evangelical programs for five years. The Interchurch World Movement conference called for an intensive campaign targeting young people to fill leadership roles, including church callings, Sunday schools, and young people's societies.
Thousands of millworkers fill Lawrence streets as William M. Wood of the American Woolen Company visits to probe claims that merchants raise prices when wages climb. He threatens to open a cost store for workers if prices stay high.
Washington reports experts scanning skies and weather data find no solar conspiracy. They note Neptune and Jupiter may portend storms, while off coast low pressures push cold temperatures. Forecast: local storms in the Great Lakes area and fair elsewhere tonight and tomorrow.
Oklahoma December 17. Several mines in the Miami zinc and lead fields were closed when miners refused to go underground fearing the ground would crumble while they worked.
Rhode Island attorney general Herbert A. Rice asks the supreme court for permission to institute original proceedings to test the validity of the national prohibition amendment and to enjoin federal officials from enforcing it. The motion also challenges portions of the Volstead act. This follows a New Jersey case but is the first by a state.
The Baraca class of Westend Baptist Church held a meeting at J. S. Suttenfield's home on West Green Street. Officers elected include President J. S. Suttenfield Vice President Glenn Hauser Second Vice President I C Andrews Secretary-Treasurer J C Swayne. T B Moore becomes the new teacher. Refreshments were served after the business session.
Secretary Lane denies reports of a resignation and states he plans to leave the cabinet when possible without adding to the president’s burdens. He has not sent or written any resignation and has withheld discussion with the president to avoid unnecessary worry.
Charlotte report shows Clyde R. Hoey Democrat leading John M. Morehead Republican for Congress by about 1,978 after today's ninth district totals. Hoey carried six of ten counties with Mecklenburg and Gaston voting down about 1,900, and Madison County Republican majority 900 remains authoritative.
The coal operators scale committee of the central competitive field met in Cleveland to address complications from the 14 percent wage increase granted to miners.
Chickasaw Tribe No. 32 Improved Order of Red Men will meet at 7 36 this evening in the Trophy hall on North Main street to elect new officers and conduct business. A social session follows and full attendance of members is urged.
In Atlanta on December 17 five people died in two separate automobile accidents. W. P. Singleton his wife and two children perished when their car was struck by a switch engine at a grade crossing. Mrs Fannie E Young died from a fractured skull after her car collided with another vehicle.
A Bolshevik statement received today asserts the capture of Kiev and the occupation of Kuyansk southeast of Kharkov. The report, issued from London, details these advances in the current front lines.
Mary Perry daughter of Mr and Mrs D M Patlock of North Main street was taken to the hospital today with pneumonia after several days of a cold. She is younger sister of Marcella Pollock who died Saturday from diphtheria complications.
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