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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1925
Page
4
A fragment suggests advocates imagine using the Dawes plan as a tool to secure Senate cloture. The note hints at a strategic analogy to fast track approval or settlement but provides no concrete action or dates.
Judge Midgette sentences Wyatt to eight months imprisonment for the killing of Stephen Holt. The ruling signals a firmer approach to discipline in the case.
Merchants in Greensboro are considering closing their shops the night before Christmas with a high likelihood of adoption and a Monday reopening. The move aims to observe the holiday while coordinating with local business practices.
The text argues that the opposition to the world court stems not from its flaws but from concerns that it and the league of nations represent a similar idea.
The Manufacturers' Record laments widespread law violations and civic indifference. It argues Bolshevik and criminal activity spread when citizens ignore legal duties, urging a new sense of citizenship and individual responsibility to safeguard the nation. It cites rising murders since 1880 and warns juror nonparticipation harms justice.
Reports indicate the Southern Power company plans to take over electric plants at Elkin and Norwood, signaling expanded rural service and a broader reach across North Carolina. The move follows its control of Southern Public Utilities and hints at wider plans for countryside electrification and new manufacturing growth.
At a Princeton informal conference on the world court delegates from southern colleges selected a Howard University student, a Black woman, as the sole southern representative on the executive committee. The piece argues this cannot represent the region and condemns the gesture as symbolic and misguided.
Mrs. Kate Burr Johnson, state public welfare commissioner, urges abandoning county convict systems and using the state prison as a central repository for offenders. She argues this would reduce brutality and deaths seen in recent county operations and could allow profitable labor and reform. The Stanly county case highlights broad, troubling issues in county convict management and indictments against a convict superintendent.
A editorial urges centralizing responsibility to curb brutal prison practices. It condemns informal executions of misdemeanants and stresses prompt punishment by capable guards. The piece argues reform would be easier with a unified system under strong oversight.
The piece notes Senator Cole Blease moving from restraint toward an active role in Congress. It highlights his shift on issues, from prohibition to proposing investigations into drinking at embassies and legations. The author warns of forthcoming publicity around a southern statesman.
A cautionary tale about selling a home in a suburb of a great city to invest in another city with mushroom growth. The seller saw tripled home value later and profited through nearby property holdings, while a friend who left a bank for a higher salary missed advancement as the former colleague rose to bank president amid rapid growth.
A weary businessperson who hops from job to job chasing quick money misses local chances. Staying put can yield better outcomes when a person leverages local ties and familiarity. Progress isn’t solely linked to higher pay, and remaining can unlock success through known networks.
The piece urges young people to travel and seek opportunities beyond their birthplace, but to first survey what they leave behind. A thorough check may reveal overlooked chances, making a move to new scenes more secure and informed.
Washington dispatch reports opponents in the senate plan a protracted debate on ratification of the world court protocol. They will offer numerous reservations beyond Harding and Coolidge five, with Senator Swanson introducing the adherence resolution. Senator Walsh and Chairman Borah signal continued opposition and scattered speeches in multiple parts.
The fifth grade from Elm Street School, invited by Mrs. Gilbert Clark, visited the Broadway theater. They thoroughly enjoyed The Ten Commandments, praised for its moral appeal, with Miss Mary Hicks supervising the party.
George T. Penny returned to the city after attending the Old Glory Horse Sale at Madison Square New York this week. He purchased a high bred colt registered as Symphony bred from one of the world champion harness horses.
Chicago wheat eased amid Argentina crop yield rumors and expected government support for its latest estimate. Prices fell 1-4 to 2 1-2 cents early, then moved irregularly with some gains later as corn and oats followed wheat trends.
The New York cotton market opened steady with gains of 3 to 7 points as Liverpool cables held prices. May contracts rose to about 15.84, aided by cover by sellers and some buying, but gains were trimmed by Southern selling and liqudation. Rumors of heavy private ginning returns and Lancashire trade reports weighed on sentiment. It was whispered that private authorities expected 14,760,000 bales by December 15.
Boston dispatch reports Lt Cmdr Lockwood leading naval inquiry into the City of Rome S 51 collision off Block Island on September 25. He finds the S 51 not at fault while labeling the City of Rome conduct reprehensible and its ship a blind vessel.
President Coolidge told Chairman Snell that he favored creation of a commission to dispose of Muscle Shoals without requiring congressional approval of any lease. Snell endorsed giving the commission final authority with presidential lease approval, while limiting lease terms to 60 years and requiring nitrate production as its prime purpose. The House Rules Committee plans to discuss the issue before Christmas, but action is unlikely until after the new year.
Testimony details a 1923 letter denying official ties to Mecklenburg Mills and questions over Doughton's salary augmentations, bank negotiations, and a questionable 80 000 dollar check. Lawson and Norwood are linked through family and business dealings with the mills, while officials challenge parts of the testimony.
A Christmas letter from T Wingate Andrews to High Point school teachers quotes scripture and Hebrew prophecy. The message wishes a blessed season and quotes evergreen symbolism and the verse as a forecast of Christmas spirit descending upon the community.
Secretary Weeks and President Coolidge endorsed actions against General Billy Mitchell after a series of sensational hearings from 1924 to 1925. Mitchell criticized the War and Navy departments, called for a separate air force, and faced a court martial that followed his San Antonio assignment and critical statements about the Shenandoah voyage and PN-9 flight.
Two hundred eighty five persons profess religion at Welch Memorial Methodist Protestant church revival. Rev T E Pierce announces new members to be received Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. On Sunday night Our Gang members attend and direct the revival offering testimony and personal work.
Funeral services for Randolph county man J. W. Evans who died in Morganton were held at Mount Pleasant church. Rev. O. L. Ruth of High Point led the services attended by relatives and friends. Burial was in the church cemetery.
City Collector David Bullard announced a change to office hours starting January 1. The office will stay open from 12 to 1 p.m. to aid taxpayers and others with city indebtedness during the noon hour.
Mukden the Manchurian capital and north Manchuria war lord Chang Tso Lin's headquarters is reported occupied by Japanese forces. Chang protested but the move proceeded after a request to deploy troops to protect Japanese nationals and foreign consuls.
Boctor argues fatigue is a disease while noting many people grow sick of their work and feel drained by daily tasks. The claim frames burnout as a health issue impacting workers broadly.
Earl Davidson, a Reading railroad telegraph operator, admitted wiring a concealed radio receiver to telephone lines at Brandamore, causing distant concerts to be heard. He was dismissed for the hoax, which had misled radio and telephone experts who traced stations from Atlanta to San Francisco and even Germany.
Freight rates for steam and water radiators from Birmingham and nearby territory will drop December 28. The traffic bureau of the chamber of commerce led by J. T. Ryan reports new carload and less carload rates, applicable to the H P T D and Southern railways into High Point.
Babe Ruth plans a comeback by boxing, weight training, and indoor work to return to peak health. He worked out at a New York gym, declared the season on, and prepared to travel to Florida with the Yankees hoping for homers and full fitness.
Miss Vera Idol of the English department read the third part of Dickens Christmas carols each morning in chapel at High Point college. The custom mirrors UNC practice adopted years ago to read carols before the holidays.
The first civil marriage in Turkey occurred yesterday at Eski Shehr, involving a Turkish school mistress and a government official. They signed a contract declaring equal rights and that infringement would violate family sanctity, with both parties agreeing to work for a living.
The stock market rose at the open as railroad and equipment shares led the advance. Baldwin Locomotive Pressed Steel Car and United States Cast Iron Pipe rose two to nearly three points, while Hudson Motor Car, American Can, Illinois Central, Chrysler, Frisco common and International Combustion Engineering gained around one point.
Jesse Wyatt, former Wake County detective captain, is sentenced to state prison for the June death of Stephen Holt, a Smithfield lawyer, after appeals and mercy pleas. Attorney James H. Pou asks Governor McLean to stay the sentence until Wyatt’s eighth child is born, with January 2, 1926 set as the opening date of the term.
A historic note records the drilling of the first oil well in California at the head of Pico Canyon. The terse entry marks a milestone in California's early petroleum industry and marks the region's initial foray into oil production.
The Fall reunion of High P chapter No 70 Royal Arch Masons gathered in the Masonic temple with out-of-town officers delivering brief addresses. Guests included Leon Cash of Winston-Salem grand master of the North Carolina Grand Lodge F and A M James W Payne of Salisbury grand high priest Liam R Smith of Raleigh grand high priest Charles Jen grand king and J L Henderson Burlington district deputy or master. The Royal Arch degree was presented by Wins chapter No 24. The event drew a large attendance and officers speeches were well received. A turkey supper followed the business and degree portions.
University of Washington ignores mud rain and cold as Col Enoch Bagshaw plans practice sessions for the Pasadena Rose Bowl on New Year Day against Alabama. A training table starts today and players will live together until the contest ends.
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