Bird with 25 cent dinner aims to lead in comeback bid
A whimsical note says the bird that can pull off a comeback with a 25 cent dinner will win our vote for president. The line hints at voter sentiment and a playful political jab.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1920
Page
4
No direct article present on surrender or strikes
The text references Foch urging Berlin to surrender war crime suspects and mentions coal miners striking in fall and railroad shopmen in spring, but no concrete details, dates, or verifiable events are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foch
Berlin
Munsey Halts Telegram's Frequent Editions
The source notes Frank Munsey has at least done one good thing for the New York Telegram by stopping its rapid-fire editions, preventing a flood of issues and preserving a steadier publishing rhythm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Munsey
New York Telegram
Reed condemns Hoover as people’s candidate by nearly unanimous view
Senator Reed voices strong condemnation of Herbert Hoover signaling broad support for Reed’s preferred candidate. The remarks imply widespread backing among supporters and party allies ahead of key primaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Reed
Herbert Hoover
The League Dies Amid Roaring Con Situation Debate
The Raleigh Times declares the league dead but celebrates the con situation as a lasting idea. The column reflects long-standing debates and the paper’s ambivalent stance on the league’s fate and emerging themes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League
Raleigh Times
Burleson criticizes newspaper as not a publication
Burleson argues the paper is not a publication and suggests he could produce one without publishing it. He warns that such an action would enable further unpublishing or undoing of things Burleson does.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burleson
Wilson
Bee Inspired Wine Then Buzzing Headline
A craftsman followed a quirky recipe to make a wine from a simple formula. Two teaspoonfuls of bees, two of sugar, two of molasses were placed in a jar and a daily addition of two more sugars continued for fourteen days. The result left him feeling quite buzzy.
Prohibition Backed as U S Classed Beverage Trade
A London paper argues prohibition in the United States stems from the staff class sold as a beverage. It says importing American brandy for British consumption shows the flaw and proves the need for prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
United States
Lincoln's Son Refuses Interview Over Birthright Image
Robert Jo0ad Lincoln, son of the Emancipator, hides from reporters in Washington, fearing a personal capital spin on his birthright. The piece hints at public curiosity and caution among relatives of famous figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Jo0ad
Lincoln
Washington
High Point Urges Nurses and Helpers for Influenza Care
The article calls for more nurses and helpers to care for influenza patients in High Point. It notes residents are aiding Red Cross, Salvation Army, and Associated Charities but more workers are needed, urging readers to count their blessings and volunteer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Red Cross
Salvation Army
Associated Charities
Polite invitation to judge to reverse court ruling
The Southern Power company seeks a rehearing from the Supreme Court over a ruling that it must sell current to the North Carolina Public Service company at non discriminatory rates. The piece argues against pressuring Judge Brown and others to change their decisions, warning of a risky move toward monopoly and public backlash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ern Power Company
Supreme Court
North Carolina Public Service Company
Southern Power Company
North Carolina Public Service
Public Service Company
Clark
Hoke
Public Service
High Point
Rountree
Wilmington
Osborne
Judge Brown
North Carolina
Prohibition Debate Scrambles Democratic Platform Hints
A writer argues that Democratic factions consider a platform embracing light wines and beer, while noting White House officials doubt such a move. The piece reflects on President Wilson and opponents like William Gibbs McAdoo and Herbert Hoover, concluding prohibition remains the key issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker Anderson
Slaying of Virginian Ends in Domestic Tragedy
The prominent Virginian Geordon Cum- was killed by his divorced wife in a domestic crime. While he lay dying in hospital she sat in county jail and said she did not want him to die. The article notes she will face trial likely claiming insanity or life imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geordon
Warren not acceptable even if Republican says Asheville Times
The Asheville Times states that Warren would not have been acceptable even if he had been a Republican, noting the conditional phrasing and implied challenges to his suitability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asheville
Warren
Mob Rule Bowed By Kentucky Court Action
In Lexington Kentucky a mob charged the courthouse seeking to assault William Lockett the confessed child killer. A jury found him guilty and a judge sentenced him to death as soldiers and police stopped the mob. The public incident underscored support for law over lynching and deterred mob violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lockett
Lexington
Today’s Events Worldwide and National Gatherings
Last day for filing inventories by liquor possessor under prohibition. New Mexico legislature to meet in special session today to act on federal woman suffrage amendment. British House session opens with Irish home rule bill first on agenda. Delegates converge in Boston for the 32nd Christian and Missionary Alliance convention. U.S. House post office committee sets hearings on potential second class mail rate increases. Saskatchewan Grain Growers’ Association meets in Saskatoon to outline a political program for western Canadian farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Mexico
United States
Boston
Christain and Missionary Alliance
Post Office Committee
House of Representatives
Western Canada
Saskatchewan Grain Growers’ Association
Saskatoon
Postmaster Farriss Back From Washington Trip
Postmaster J. J. Farriss returns from Washington with a plan to improve the local post office. He says an inspector may be sent soon to assess needs and that a temporary fix is expected until Congressman Stedman can advocate for a new building or an addition to the current facility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Farriss
Washington
Capitol
Farriss
Post Office
Congressman Stedman
Notable anniversaries span politics and literature
The record lists events from 1755 to 1916 including Montesquieu’s death in Paris and the Treaty of Paris ceding Canada to Britain, Victoria and Albert’s silver wedding, the British North America Act, Mrs Henry Wood’s death, Weyler’s Havana appointment, a royal marriage, and Gerrison’s resignation as US Secretary of War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
England
Canada
Mississippi
Victoria
Prince Albert
Henry Wood
London
Worcester
General Weyler
Havana
Cuba
Princess Alice of
Albany
Prince Alexander of
Teck
New Black Rod Officer Opens Public Duties in Parliament
Lieut. Gen. Sir William Pulteney becomes the new gentleman usher of the Black Rod, succeeding Admiral Stephenson. In his 60s, he has a long army career from the Egyptian campaign to the South African War and led the Third British Army Corps in World War I, earning a C. B. and France’s Legion of Honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Pulteney
Henry F. Stephenson
Pulteney
France
Legion of Honor
German Assembly Debates Armistice Terms One Year Ago
One year ago today in the war the German national assembly at Wei- Wlat adopted measures to guard coast. Drastic armistice terms to prevent Germany renewing the war were debated by the supreme council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wei- Wlat
Eost
Germany
Supreme Council
Christmas Dinner Plans With Family Visitors
During the visit of Daddy and Mother Hayes Crittenden acted like himself and entertained them widely. The Boyds hosted luncheon with my father and Crittenden and me. Marjorie proposed a Christmas dinner gathering at her home before the parents departed for Kentucky. Jack Langley promised to ensure Miss Harding attends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crittenden
Daddy
Mother Hayes
Boyds
Marjorie
Kentucky
Miss Harding
Jack Langley
Mr. Jack
Colonel Hayes
Stand by your colors for Betty in a tense scene
Kathleen Fox portrays a spirited exchange where Jack Langley defends his love for Betty against social expectations. Crittenden probes intentions, while Jack remains resolute, signaling a clash of pride, loyalty, and consequence for tomorrow's horse related events and convention listings.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claim From F J Cheney Co
Frank J Cheney sworn as senior partner of F J Cheney Co in Toledo Ohio company offers to pay one hundred dollars for a case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The ad notes internal use and blood mucous surface action with testimonials and free literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. W. Gleason
Ohio
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