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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1917
Page
6
In Paris the Temps argues the war will reshape the image of American women from wealthy frivolity to devoted, charitable leaders. It notes nurses at bedsides of the wounded, women pooling resources for refugees, and organizers driving hospital and relief efforts across Europe, praising sacrifice over extravagance.
Washington February 1 Plans are under way for the March inauguration of the president and vice president with a grand parade and ceremonies anticipated to be bright and picturesque. Officials predict a record crowd and hotels report full reservations for inauguration week. Moving pictures of the oath will be shown by film companies at the capitol ceremonies.
Alice Brady advises women on using spare hours wisely to balance recreation and work. She stresses healthful play, reading about current events, cultivating conversation, and learning from educated company while avoiding late, exhaustive outings. Emphasizes punctuality and conserving time, warning against overloading days and late habits.
F L Hoffman predicts total US accident deaths will fall from 82 000 in 1913 to about 75 000 in 1916 with falls 14 000, railways 11 000, vehicular 11 000 and drowning 8 500. Auto accidents rise since 1907 while streetcar incidents drop. health boards urge stronger safety laws and widespread protective measures.
London reports a vast pool of funds for buying art in England during the present time. Treasury officials monitor keen competition among first to minor masters as prices rise. While much purchases are tied to American buyers, export quarters note substantial German participation. Analysts say neutral and domestic funds could fund art investments to realize profits after the war.
The High Point Enterprise publishes Associated Press coverage six days a week, delivering concise national and regional news to readers at a low 10 cent price point.
Panama news reports the formation of a national Red Cross to be authorized by legislation to be proposed by President Valdes. The body will function as a charity organization society coordinating canal zone health efforts, orphanages, tuberculosis relief, employment bureaus, and aid to the destitute. Lady Mallet leads the effort among Panama’s society women, with Americans supporting but keeping background.
In Ymuiden, facing mine risks and warship dangers, fishermen will sail in flotillas of twelve steam trawlers with an admiral selected from skippers to lead. The 146-ship fleet is split into three speed classes, adopting a convoy system similar to Britain’s.
Chalons sur Marne France February 1 mass meetings and cooperative groups push reconstruct ion of destroyed villages in the Vitry canton. Villages Glannes Huiron Courdemanges await government aid as switches are built for rapid material unloading. Rebuilders largely include German prisoners.
An old advertisement offers a five cent mail order for a Foley trial package including Honey and Tar Compound for coughs cold and croup Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets sold by Mann Drug Co. at 2835 Sheffield Ave Chicago IL. The slip asks for name and address to receive the package.
Mexico City on February 1 reports the four hundredth anniversary of the discovery of Mexico. The event, to be celebrated March 1 by the Mexican Geographical Society with aid from the Spanish colony, centers on whether Francisco de Coronado or Hernando Cortes first touched Mexican soil in 1517 or 1519.
William J. Harris assumed leadership of the Federal Trade Commission in Washington on February 1, succeeding Edward N. Hurley. Harris, from Georgia, has long been active in official life and has served on the FTC since its creation, most recently as vice chairman. Previously he was director of the census.
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