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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1920
Page
4
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Second class matter classification noted for publication at the High Point New Jersey post office under the 1872 act of Congress.
A humorous dialogue between Uncle George and Rollo centers on income tax figures and car ownership in 1918. They note many Americans paid little income tax yet owned cars, suggesting tax dodging or stretched dollars as explanations.
The federal water power commission, created by Congress, includes the secretaries of war interior and agriculture. Some 113 applications have been received from across the nation for power development permits. The piece praises a coming water power era and criticizes past delays in exploiting water power.
The passage notes a break in prices could lower living costs but points to a large gap between current expenses and five years ago. It cites navy rations rising from 36 cents in early 1915 to 70 cents per man per day this year, with 48 and 55 cents in prior years, implying food costs must fall further to reach pre war levels.
The World’s Greatest. Comte compiled a widely read calendar of famed men from ancient times to about 1820. His list lists 659 names and includes such noted figures as an English dramatist.
The text argues that many who might be called great are not recognized and that greatness can be an accident or a label. It cites Thomas Atwood, Fennimore Cooper, Donizetti, and the typewriter inventor Christopher Latham Sholes to illustrate how impact and recognition diverge.
Forty of forty eight states have adopted Mothers' Pensions to keep children with their mothers amid poverty. The movement reflects belief in home life and a mother's care, but grants are often too small as costs rise. The census notes 233,436 female cooks in the United States, one per 300 people.
A plea for real Christmas spirit invites readers to contribute to the Salvation Army Christmas dinner fund. The message encourages a liberal donation to ensure meals for those in need during the holiday season.
Llarding is elected a life member of the Typographical Union, making them eligible to assist in preparing the Congressional Record when needed. The vote confirms lifelong status and readiness to contribute to official publication duties.
After reviewing Walter Camp's All American picks, readers await Mr Marding's cabinet selections with interest as the White House pace quiets.
Announcement that Standard Oil has discovered a process to produce alcohol from petroleum sparks renewed interest in Texas oil fields and related industries.
As the league’s horizon seemed secure a women’s organization asked for a ruling on international marriages. With fiery Mr. Cobb at the helm the Detroit club shifts from grass-chewers to a team of fire-eaters.
A string of quirky observations covers Akron delays, Greek diplomacy, a New Jersey nut case, courtship by stroll, and humorous jabs about Sherry Christmas wishes. Other items note Asheville seeking a landing field, Kipling movie plans, Morgenthau, a Philadelphia hair tonic death, Venizelos street offers, and Constantine’s rising profile. Only four days left to shop.
Bill rounds up his High Point team confident for next season adding a big catcher who can supply needed power. Old Jule Watson returns after years with Spartanburg and Greensboro, still capable despite a .380 batting mark in the Georgia Alabama league last year. Watson’s signing boosts Bill’s roster as he eyes a competitive nine for the coming season.
Wintering in Birmingham the High Point club manager Bill Pierre is described as quick witted in a humorous note to the sporting editor. The piece mentions guests at the Pierre home, a husband and wife, with no secrets disclosed.
A guest described as 34 and toothless was hosted at the Pierre home. After a private moment with Mrs. Pierre, the husband discussed various matters with his wife, revealing strains in the household dynamic.
A fragment shows Mr Pierre debating age with Mr So and So as a second voice mentions a 34 year old claim. The overheard exchange hints at fatigue and mistaken identity within a domestic scene.
Ful details regarding Bill's band of Furniture Makers will be forthcoming about the first of the year.
Virtually half of North Carolina’s cotton crop remains unsold as the state battles low prices. Farmers warn of widespread hardship without congressional action, urging federal loans, revival of the war finance board, and foreign buyer credits to avert ruin this winter.
The commission urges an even distribution of labor to ease the emergency and calls on all citizens to help unemployed workers take up farming. It notes that crop production has strained prices, and direct cooperation between urban employers and farmers is needed to balance labor demands for 1922.
Davidson College in North Carolina released its 1921 football schedule with ten games, only two at home. Romfeldt was elected captain for next year. The slate includes matches against the University of Virginia, Georgia Tech, Wake Forest, North Carolina State, and the University of North Carolina.
Advertises Florida oranges at 75 cents per peek with phone contact Hutchens No 341 and urges early purchase. Date 12 24 appears.
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