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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1926
Page
4
A quoted psalm line frames domestic prosperity while commentary notes the king’s ceremonial opening of parliament with limited power. It also reflects on maritime rescues and a rising operating deficit among allies, hinting at broader fiscal strain and political strain abroad.
A proposal suggests the federal government finance about 53,000 miles of roads. The idea could aid communities facing road problems if North Carolina and other large taxpayers provide funding.
The English queen grows ill after Parliament opens. Her sickness is not from hearing the king but from riding to and from the house in an old uncomfortable coach.
Judge Phil Cocke of Asheville cites Hoyle Sink and Mr. Gillen as Colonels House of the McLean administration, prompting questions of identity. Senator Harrison criticizes the President, but the bigger note is Coolidge’s reportedly warm self-support as he keeps a cautious public stance.
A writer credits Edsel Ford with funding a fund to send a young Virginian on a polar air expedition. The piece portrays Ford as a normal American seeking public service and glory, noting a belief that the youth would forgo proxy routes and pursue direct public service.
The News and Observer recalls the Alabama mining tragedy as 27 miners die and 25 are rescued after four days, praising heroic矿 efforts and urging stronger safety measures in mining, likening miners' risks to sailors and calling for century‑old protections.
The piece praises Byrd as a cautious yet young Virginia governor aiming to cut waste and lower taxes while trimming payrolls. It laments Virginians’ cautious posture, calls for faster development of the state’s resources, and urges decisive investment and policy clarity. It warns against relying on outsiders and notes Measles epidemics as a timely health reminder.
A discussion on rising uptown rents signals a growing town economy. It notes landlord demand for occupied homes and business space and weighs current 6 to 7 percent returns against higher market values in other North Carolina cities.
The Reichstag committee on foreign relations votes for unconditional League of Nations admission. Germany pledges unreserved support to join the league, contrasting with the United States stance. The piece highlights differing national positions and implied consequences of rapid German entry.
Western Union Telegraph seeks a liberal rate increase in North Carolina as it reports about 16 percent earnings on investment last year. The company reportedly plans an exceptional dividend signal, arguing profits arise from NC operations. Opponents note interstate practice of sizing business state by state and urge rate restraint unless elsewhere rates fall.
A column weighs whether George Washington drank whisky and danced, arguing the question is superficial while praising his lasting achievements. It notes Charleston criticism, then shifts to Russia debts, a Chicago holdup at Keller’s butcher shop, and a Philippines rubber plantation idea prompted by the American Chamber of Commerce.
After a heated council meeting, High Point officials instruct Chief McGhee to require transfer companies to report the name, current address, and previous address of every person moved each week. The move must be logged. failure risks arrest and fine.
E R Greene will base his headquarters in Greensboro starting February 1 1926 representing the Texas and Pacific Railway. He will cover North Carolina and Virginia to improve service for manufacturers shipping to the southwest and California. Alf Mocsli remains at home on Richardson Street due to illness.
Phillip Frank Rothrock prominent Abbott Creek farmer dies at 74 after two year illness and pneumonia. Born February 24 1852 in Davidson County he married twice and leaves widow four sons Henry Rothrock a brother and a sister. Services set Friday at 1900 at Abbott Creek Missionary Church with Rev Neese Davis and Rev J M Hilliard. Interment in church cemetery.
People of High Point will welcome Mrs. Nell B. Starr as she arrives to conduct a school for the voice in the city. Starr blends an active singing career with years of teaching, studying with masters such as Jean De Reske and Herbert Witherspoon. Her pupil Miss Nina Jenkinson appears this week at the American Theatre.
Rev W B Davis of South Main Street M E church spoke to The Gang at the Y building urging spiritual strength through daily deeds for the Master Jesus. He warned sin brings weakness and urged looking to the Lord for eternal strength as tomorrow offers a new chance. Tonight Rev T E B Pierce of Welch M E church will conduct the service.
Fred G. Beale, missing president of the Mobinco camper in Binghamton, is wanted in two New York state counties. Police report he was arrested in Florida on February 2, according to AP dispatches.
Captain Daniel E. Fox of the New York state police said a Pennsylvania man was arrested in Coral Gables Florida on charges of grave robbery and an attempt to defraud an insurance company. Extradition papers were filed in Albany. The suspect has been sought since September 23.
In Athens on February 3, AP reports the seizure of correspondence with the Communist International in a raid uncovers a suspected plot to kill Premier Kes and other Greek leaders. The raid exposed details suggesting organized communist plans.
A semi official report states that police arrested three Greek communists during the raid at a communist center here.
Four years after moving from England to Rhodesia to farm, Mrs J P Price has created a large, acclaimed farm now a show place. The property was visited by the Prince of Wales during his recent tour.
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