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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1922
Page
4
A city library of adequate proportions and a Young Men's Christian Association. Plans include development of city parks and playgrounds, a new passenger station and Main Street underpass, a city planning system, more homes, and extended sewers and water systems. Aiming for paved streets and hard surfaced roads in every direction.
Despite Christmas shopping, High Point presses ahead with a YMCA project. Local officials and organizers emphasize community benefits and long term plans, outlining funding steps and expected timelines for construction and program rollouts.
The article asks what happened to children who once wrote to Santa Claus, noting a decline in mailed letters and shifting holiday traditions as digital messages and online wish lists replace traditional correspondence.
The report notes uncertainty whether Governor Edwards attends the presidential prohibition luncheon, with no confirmed guest list released.
Reneviani curates commentary on The Mistakes of the Kai ser, arguing global attention fixates on Kaiser and his wild-eyed ambitions rather than nuanced issues. The piece reflects a skeptical view of dramatic war-time leadership and public perception.
The piece parodies political danger in Europe and notes obstructions from telegraph poles when struck by vehicles. It mentions Mr. Kohlesgavers and a hypothetical statewide push for prohibition. It contrasts Charlotte’s fire with a larger incident in New Bern described as a mere foot-warmer.
George W. Hinman, expert in newspaper and magazine advertising, estimates American advertising totals about 800 million dollars annually, with 650 million in newspapers and 150 million in periodicals. He argues advertising is essential to distribution, noting 2 percent of manufactured output supports the ad bill and citing Russia’s ad ban as a failure indicator.
The chamber of commerce calls a meeting tonight to discuss aims for the coming year inviting non members and prospective members. It positions itself as a central open forum for matters vital to the city and notes past cooperative projects that benefited the community. It asserts the chamber’s value and seeks support and funding.
Soneh Fetzer of the University of North Carolina credits the state’s high schools with creating a strong football culture. He notes most UNC players are North Carolina natives who learned the game in local schools, contrasting with elite eastern feeders like Andover and Exeter. He praises sportsmanship and the development of a native football system.
A theory posits a few exclusive preparatory schools supply the cream of football talent, funneling top players into elite programs. Supporters argue selective access and high coaching quality drive early development and future success. Critics question merit, access, and long term impact on wider talent pools.
The Memphis paper argues North Carolina leads in highway quality with a $99 million program and 3000 miles of hard roads while noting tobacco, cotton, mills, and power. It suggests Tennessee learn from North Carolina’s progress and political efficiency, urging a legislative study trip.
The court sentenced Ernest Lane to 60 days on the county roads after pleading guilty to receiving more than one quart of whiskey in 15 days. His wife, Mrs. Ernest Lane, was sentenced to the county Workhouse for six days for breach of the peace each offense, but the intent charge was dismissed. William Smith faced larceny of a pistol with probable cause found and bond set at $100. Several defendants including J L Knee r, H W Russell, and Gordon Redman paid half the costs for blocking water hydrants. Hunter Simpson paid a $5 fine and costs for disorderly conduct. A group of men including Jim Hanes and others were found guilty of gambling and fined $10 each plus costs.
The article discusses looming 1923 state legislative action and intensified tax enforcement. About $3,000,000 in back taxes are pursued, with more prosecutions boosting collections. Many individuals and partnerships owe income taxes, some misbelieving they earned nothing. The government plans to collect $5 from individuals and $11 from partnerships, while Collector Grissom faces a tougher period beyond a honeymoon phase.
Old Santa the good old man recalls the Christmas season as pension checks for Confederate Veterans and widows arrive in High Point. Checks totaling 1400 to 1500 dollars are distributed to 28 veterans and widows with each getting 52.50. Recipients should contact A. M. Idol at 512 North Main Street.
Roy H. Thomas notes North Carolina’s consolidated high schools broaden school duties by teaching farmers and community members. At Salemburgh High in Sampson County, 50 farmers attended boll weevil courses, learning cotton varieties, fertilization, and financial planning to boost yields and reduce costs.
A heated clash outside the Sheraton between a Winston-Salem resident and a High Point supporter led to a fifth encounter and the arrest of E. C. Wishart for disorderly conduct. Wishart paid a $5 fine and costs after submitting at police, while his opponent fled into the hotel.
Sault Ste Marie reports twenty three of twenty seven missing after the tug Reliance struck rocks off Lizard Island last Wednesday. Rescue efforts continue as authorities confirm recovered survivors and assess casualties.
The tug Grey arrived at the wreck today to assist with salvage operations. Authorities reported steady progress as divers prepared to assess the damage and stabilize the site for further work.
The article suggests Honduras considers a large Pan American League, while reflecting that America already faces enough critical scrutiny without this proposal.
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