Prohibition Rages Over Bootlegger Lifestyle
The modificationists threaten federal prohibition forces with such intensity that bootleggers may struggle to maintain their accustomed family lifestyle amid rising pressure and enforcement.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1926
Page
4
Tribute to General Stuart Given by Last Confederate in Congress
The last hour of yesterday's House session featured Major Stedman, the final Confederate member, paying tribute to General J. E. B. Stuart. Aimed as a respectful historical appraisal, Stedman spoke from his deep research into military leaders and war stories, offering balanced praise grounded in studied insight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Stedman
Stuart
North Carolina
Congress
Major Stedman
J. E. B. Stuart
Two Public Hearings Planned on Zoning Ordinance
Enterprise notes the first public consideration of the proposed zoning ordinance to be held February 22 by the planning and zoning commission. The commission seeks citizen input before city council action and will hold a second hearing with the council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Planning and Zoning Commission
Rock Dust Aids Mine Disaster Prevention
The American Association for Labor Legislation argues coal mines are needlessly dangerous and promotes rock dusting as a preventive measure. A January 29 Chicago report states rock dust smothered an explosion at the New Orient mine in West Frankfort Illinois, saving lives and reducing a potential disaster with 1,235 miners underground to a minor incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Association For Labor
Association
Chicago
New Orient
Chicago, Wilmington and Franklin Coal Company
West Frankfort
Heroes Still Sail the Seven Seas and Rick Their Lives for Their Brothers
In late January 1926 a north Atlantic gale endangered ships. The American liner President Roosevelt, commanded by Capt. George Fried, stood by a life boat launched to aid the British freighter Antinoe. Four rescue boats failed. a final attempt by First Officer Robert Miller succeeded amid dangerous seas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Atlantic
Roosevelt
George Fried
Dana
Clark Rusgsell
Robert Miller
Anniversary of Scouting Celebrated Amid Strong Support
The week marks the sixteenth anniversary of the Boy Scout movement with vast adult volunteer leadership and over 600000 boys in the program. The piece lauds Scouting’s influence on American life and calls for pride in the sailors of the Roosevelt and Antinoe rescue tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout Movement
Comprehensive zoning ordinance outlines district rules and limits
The draft ordinance details lot area rules, setbacks, heights, and parking in Residential and Business districts. It restricts certain industries, defines garages and stables, sets vehicle housing limits, and governs driveways, signage, and open porches. It establishes enforcement by the Fire Chief and a Board of Adjustment for appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Adjustment
Stillmans Sail on Trial Honeymoon to Europe
James A. Stillman and Anne A. Stillman left New York aboard the steamship Olympice for a trial honeymoon in Europe. The couple said the voyage toward reconciliation was guided by the interests of their children and hoped to mark a step toward a permanent reunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
James A. Stillman
Anne A. Stillman
Europe
Stillmans End Five Year Divorce Battle and Depart on Liner
After a long court feud Mrs. Stillman and Mr. Stillman sail together with their son Guy, announcing they have cleaned their slate. They plan to visit Paris where their daughter lives, with plans to see psychologist Dr. Baynes. A Canada suit by Fred Beauvais for $7,000 remains, while other negotiations were ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. F. Baynes
Mills
Stillmans
John E. Mack
Poughkeepsie
Guy Stillman
Canada
Stilman
Fred Beauvais
Tug and Barge Stranded High on Baldhead Island
Wilmington February 6 AP No effort to float the tug Lorraine D and attached barge while awaiting the owner or insurance contact. Methods discussed include windlass hauling, steam or water undermining sand. Vessel movement requires about 1000 yards and cargo on the barge may remain if salvage costs rise. The tug captain stays aboard with life guards and crew as owner is due tomorrow to authorize recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Baldhead Island
Pilots’ Association
Baldhead
Praise for Internal Revenue Bureau and rebuke of Senate panel
The minority report by Senators Ernst and Watson commends the Internal Revenue Bureau for its clean record despite a Senate investigation. It accuses the majority of highlighting only rough spots and argues no irregularity or fraud was found. The authors state the bureau earns respect for its honest, efficient work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Internal Revenue Bureau
Senate
Treasury Division
Ernst
Kentucky
Watson
Indiana
Congress
Wesley Memorial Services For Day
The morning service at Wesley Memorial Church is at 11 with organ prelude Intermezzo Mascagni and provisions including prayers scripture lesson solo by Dan Smith and a sermon titled Mark of a Good Scout The evening service is at 7 30 with organ prelude Berceuse Delbrück and a sermon on The Origin of Christian Endeavor by R H Shaw plus special offerings and benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Memorial Church
Lawrence
Love
Shelley
Mark of
Delbruck
Ralph Vance
Myrtle Davis
Origin of
Christian Endeavor
R. H. Shaw
Rogers
Dubois
Wall Street Reports Record Member Borrowings in January
The New York Stock Exchange disclosed a total of 3.513 billion dollars in member borrowings on stock and bond collateral at January end. This towered above the prior high unofficial estimate of 2.8 billion dollars reached during the bull market peak last November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
New York Stock Exchange Today
Financial District
Wall Street Man Reveals Large Brokers' Loan Volume
A Wall Street financier makes public the total volume of brokers loans for the first time, detailing a substantial sum borrowed and the scope of credit extended to market participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
New York
Dize Awning Firm Moves Into New Winston Home
Dize Awning and Tent company, long based in Winston-Salem, relocates to a brick South Main Street building near the Salem Creek bridge. The plant and sales rooms include a 110 by 40 foot work room with skylights, a modern canvas cutting department, and basement printing machinery capable of 10,000 yards daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dize Awning and Tent Company
High Point
Winston-Salem
Dize
North Main Street
Second Street
A. T. Dize
E. G. Dize
Hudgins-Dize Company
Norfolk
S .H. Murrell
Twin-City
North Carolina
Salisbury Man Reported Missing From Yadkin County
H B Smith, a 30ish, six foot blonde veteran from Yadkin near Salisbury, disappeared from his home last Monday after being seen at the courthouse paying taxes. Deputies say he is missing since then. his wife and four children await news while authorities note his war injuries and anxieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salisbury
H. B. Smith
Yadkin
Mona
L. T. Yarborough
Yarborough
Emith
Smith
Smita
Brazil's Vast Area Matches Europe in Size
A historical report notes Brazil occupies an area equal to the size of Europe, highlighting continental scale comparison and geographic scope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazil
Europe
Mrs. Walton dies after pneumonia in High Point area
Mrs. Mary Louisa Walton died at her daughter's home on Archdale road after a weeklong pneumonia illness. She was born October 26, 1855 in Randolph county and survived by her husband John Walton and eight children. Funeral arrangements pending relatives' arrival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Louisa Walton
William Garrett
Archdale Road
Walton
Randolph County
John Walton
Dora Little
Vadie Barnhart
Verdie Garrett
High Point
Anna Causey
Beaumont
Tex
Lonnie Walton
Davidson County
Willie Walton
Ed. Hodgin
N. M. Hodson
Fannie McGhee
Amanda Hodgin
Jamestown
Relatves
Schang Traded to Browns in Major League Shuffle
Walter H. Schang longtime Yankee catcher was traded to the St. Louis Browns for pitcher George Mogridge and cash. Yankees secretary Edward G. Barrow also said Georgetown University outfielder William Albert signed with the Yankees. Ben Shields of Richmond, Va., reportedly has tuberculosis and won’t play this year as Miller Huggins reshapes the club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Walter H
Wally’’ Schang
New York Yankees
St. Louis Browns
George Mogridge
Washington
Ben Shields
Schang
Browns
Miller Huggins
Washington Senators
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