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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1921
Page
4
A quirky column contrasts Chinese egg prices in the U.S. with famine in China, jests about March weather forecasts, mentions an Indian umpire on the Piedmont circuit next summer, and notes nostalgia for cheaper living years ago.
A collection of sharp quips on tax deductions, state finances, and national issues. The note mentions Harding, Minnesota debt, and the use of structural steel for an inauguration platform. It also touches on prohibition revenue, Nebraska jury rights, and a controversial legal death case in Louisiana.
The article notes that guinea pigs subjected to many outrages by mankind are used to drink home brew to determine how strong the kick is.
The piece notes that the Russian Soviet acknowledges most goals have failed due to shortages of manpower and resources. It ends with a wry comparison to common human limits.
Mr. Clancy, noted baseball pilot at Winston-Salem, asserts national support for baseball despite varying moods, signaling a strengthening outlook for the sport.
Newark police contend pedestrians share fault in car accidents though they rarely live to relay their side. The remark emphasizes pedestrian risk in city traffic and calls for caution by both walkers and drivers.
A buck private who planned to attack an officer in civilian clothes at Norfolk is revealed. The ex-captain counters with a $10,000 damages lawsuit against the ex-buck.
Local chatter questions the integrity of a Redskin umpire rumored to work by proxy Bramham. Speculation suggests the official may position himself near a cigar store for extra coin when not officiating at the ball park.
American miners re elect John L. Lewis to lead the United Mine Workers of America signaling commitment to AFL aligned labor strategy and opposition to Bolshevik influence amid internal labor movement tensions.
John L. Lewis, called the iron-pawed chairman, defeats Robert H. Harlin to retain control of miners policies. The victory, the largest majority for a president of the miners union, marks a pivotal moment in national labor matters and places Lewis on a path to influence workers and consumers of coal alike.
The article contrasts Soviet and Bulgarian labor policies, noting compulsory service in Bulgaria for youths and exemptions, plus emigration bans. It praises American seamanship and rows toward a Sandy Hook to Ostend race proposed by Kling Albert of Belgium, highlighting a transatlantic calling race and the prowess of sailors and vessels.
The column argues legislators should pass the anti grade crossing act to save lives and reduce costs. It criticizes lawmakers who oppose stronger law, noting lawyers in the legislature support the measure and deserve citizen commendation for backing passage.
Interests seek passage of a bill forcing motorists to stop at railroad crossings but observers expect defeat as enforcement would be costly and few would comply. The Woodson bill to restore Southern Railway trains 21 and 22 to former routes via High Point Thomasville and Lexington was discussed in Raleigh with High Pointers presenting at the committee hearing.
The minority report offered hopeful notes for supporters though the committee report was unfavourable. The measure advances to the senate floor where further debate and opposition are anticipated.
Citizens of High Point urged to attend a mass meeting at the high school Friday night February 18 as a committee presents High Point’s bid to secure the Methodist Protestant college. Only three North Carolina cities Greensboro Burlington and High Point have a half chance. The home near the city strengthens the call to wage a strong campaign.
A wife narrates deep doubts after a separation, fearing infidelity by Bob while planning to locate him in New York. She reflects on the hurt of broken marital trust, the challenge of regaining confidence, and questions Ann about Beth's secret, with a sharp bite at the end.
An advertisement promotes Gude's Pepto Mangan as a remedy for languor and low energy, claiming it builds red blood and restores vigor. It stresses nourishment from food, urges asking a druggist for Gude's, and notes liquid and tablet forms with the same benefits.
Katherine Miller employed by the vice crusaders for a detective task and she took Bob along for assistance. Mistress Ann advises to ask Bob directly. The narrator recalls rouged girls leaving a burning prison, wondering if they connect to personal affairs.
Archishop John J. Glennon warns that modern dancing risks spiritual death and erosion of moral values, urging faithful to reconsider practices and seek spiritual discipline within church life. He cautions against secular influences undermining virtue.
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