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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1917
Page
1
Izvestia in Petrograd claims a secret 1916 treaty between Russia and Japan for five years and secret continuation, aiming to prevent any third power from dominating China. Signed by Sergius Sazonov and Viscount Motono, it seeks joint armed demonstrations and keeps details hidden from outsiders.
Washington officials stated they had no knowledge of a so called secret treaty between Russia and Japan reported by Petrograd. They noted the article did not support claims of joint armed demonstrations against the U.S. and Britain. A concurrent convention between Russia and Japan may exist to safeguard far eastern rights and reconcile issues between them.
Washington reports the federal trade commission will ensure enemy owned plants do not profit from war trade by licensing manufacture with new American names. New York notes Grover Alexander, pitcher, sold from Philadelphia Nationals to Chicago Nationals for 350000, with Williser as catcher, but no portion of the purchase goes to Alexander per club president.
Washington December 1 The shipping board chairman Hurley cited heavy use of the nation s shipyards by the navy as a major factor in the slow progress of civilian shipbuilding and postwar programs.
American forces in France face a liquor ban as General Pershing issues orders forbidding all alcoholic beverages except light wines and beer. Officers are directed to enforce strict compliance and face accountability for adherence amidst ongoing morale measures.
In High Point township the Sunday school association president J Allen Austin asks schools to divert Christmas gift funds to Armenian relief during Sunday services. The Friends church already contributes about 1200 dollars yearly to Belgium France and Armenia, mostly Armenia, and plans to inspire a township wide showing in aid.
Mrs Prudence Cecil widow of Charles Cecil died in her Davidson county home early this morning at 3 oclock aged 87. She had pneumonia a short time. Survived by seven children including S D Cecil Rushville Ind A C Cecil R L Cecil D L Cecil J Eff Cecil all of Davidson county and Mrs Walter Burton Thomasville and Mrs Thomas Kennedy of this city. One brother Robert Kennedy Rushville and one sister Mrs Nora Cecil Davidson county. Funeral at Pleasant Grove Church tomorrow at 1 oclock with Rev Suits officiating.
The Commercial National Bank today announced its 52nd semi annual dividend, raised to 6 percent this year, totaling 12 percent annually for stockholders. Cumulative dividends reach 278000 cash with surplus and profits at 170000 and career earnings of 448000. Directors met this week and declared profits distribution, marking the bank’s most prosperous year to date.
The Federal Trade Commission will seek a federal court order to compel Swift and Company of Chicago to produce records in its parking industry investigation. Special counsel Francis J. Heney said evasive responses were given in Chicago and direct demands refused. The documents cover ownership of the Chicago stock yards and other meat industry details.
Washington December 21 testimonies showed J Ogden Armour as a partner in the Chicago Stock Yards company. The hearing aims to reveal the extent of interests held by other packers in the same concern.
Senate testimony shows Secretary Baker and Quartermaster General Sharpe moved to order clothing and equipment before entry into the war. Orders for one million men were placed before the declaration, with June approval for equipment for another half million.
A motion in the Quebec legislature proposes that the province would consider rupturing the federation if other provinces view Quebec as an obstacle to Canada's union progress and development. Debates set for January 8, noting Quebec’s dissent on conscription in the recent election.
Washington reports President Wilson will urge Congress to enact immediate transportation reform after the holiday recess. He asked the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee to suspend investigations until the message is received.
Shepherdsville Kentucky December 21 the death toll from the Louisville and Nashville passenger train No 7 crash into the rear of the Bardstown and Springfield accommodation train near the station rose to 46 today previously listed as 88 by I W Sheridan superintendent of the Louisville division revisions added more deaths among the injured to reach the updated total
Exemption board continues mailing questionnaires to registered men in High Point Township. About 1,737 men are registered with 5 percent receiving forms daily. at $7 mailed daily, completion would take 20 workdays. Lists several recipients, noting seven day response window and penalties for noncompliance.
Greenville S C December 21 two men died of pneumonia at Camp Sevier announced from divisional headquarters Private Burt Jolly 105th ammunition train next of kin father W K E Jolly Nichols S C Private Oscar Bryson 117th infantry next of kin father P B Bryson Linden Tenn
Berlin via London reports the German government has placed American property under trusteeship. The notice says there is no intention to confiscate property or infringe on personal rights of the owners.
J J Griffin and 352 Silk Mill workers joined the High Point chapter of the American Red Cross during the week before Christmas. The campaign aims to add 200 or more members, with Mrs J J Cox leading the membership committee to expand the chapter.
Athens reports that on December 21 French destroyers engaged in the Gulf of Taranto and sunk two enemy submarines. The action reflects ongoing naval operations in the Mediterranean theater during wartime.
A photo shows Lieutenant Gervais Raoul Luftberry of Wallingford Conn premier ace in the Lafayette Escadrille, who has just downed his 15th enemy plane. He wears the Croix de Guerre with four palms the British military medal the French military medal and the Legion of Honor for valor.
The Enterprise reports banker J Elwood Cox promoting War Savings Stamps as Christmas bonuses for workers. Stamps cost 25 cents, yield $5 each by 1923, with first stamp bought at $4.12 and folders holding 25 stamps. Purchases can be made at banks and post offices to teach thrift and aid wartime financing.
The cotton market opened nervously with first prices six points lower to 13 higher. December notices circulated near 3,000 bales, and there was notable liquidation in early contracts as futures opened steady.
London reports state Lloyd George warned months of difficult negotiation ahead yet advocated a league of nations including a Prussian autocracy. German terms rejected by Russia and Central Powers push diplomacy as Bolsheviks face counter moves in Ukraine and Caucasus with Italian fronts active and French lines repelled.
In Alexandria Louisiana Corp 21 reports three deaths at Camp Beauregard within the past 24 hours, raising the November total to five. Senator Simmons's officer force led by Law Pete McRae presented the Senate with a silver piece as a Christmas gift.
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