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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1920
Page
4
A local columnist questions the weather office’s role in backing regional hotel development. The piece probes anticipated financial support and the potential risks of relying on meteorological data for urban planning.
Senator Norris criticizes the White House mental expert, saying he has been discharged too soon amid the Lansing sensation. The remark underscores ongoing national debate over psychiatric handling in government affairs.
A New York show girl claims any woman could dress on 25 a week and cheekily notes she likely could if she wore fewer clothes than the typical New York show girl.
The text notes that Wilson's dismissal of Lansing has pleased nobody except perhaps the Berlin Reichstag, implying muted or divided reactions to the decision and its international implications.
Daily High Point gains recognition as a leading North Carolina manufacturing center and furniture producer in the south, with expanding influence across multiple industries and a hopeful outlook.
The Greensboro News published for the first time an excerpt from George Washingtons diary. It recounts a tour of North Carolina and his complaint about the states lack of good roads.
The Asheville Times prints a satirical want ad for president Wilson calling for a secretary of state who uses a rubber stamp, holds no opinions, obeys without question, and lacks independent initiative.
Physicians say influenza conditions are rapidly improving yet advise strict precautions to prevent spread. Authorities suggest that a few more days like today may lift the ban on gatherings. Citizens are urged to heed weather plans as well.
Mr Lan sing contends that the senate and the American people must grasp the treaty's implications. He argues understanding would reveal a path toward defeat and warns of unforeseen consequences the public may face.
Editorial pages from major papers condemn President Wilson’s dismissal of Secretary Lansing as usurpation and question constitutional impact. Critics in New York Boston Baltimore Philadelphia and Greensboro weigh in while European observers note one man management contrasts.
A threatened railroad strike was postponed after a meeting between President Wilson and union leaders. The unions demand higher wages or lower living costs, and the public remains unaware of the specific proposals discussed. The outcome hinges on price relief and further government action.
Congress action halts the Shipping Board plan to sell the fleet of former German liners acquired at the outbreak of the war for 28 million dollars. The ships had pre war value of 154 million and post war value estimated at 300 million. The International Mercantile Marine Corporation planned to buy the vessels, risking a major political scandal.
Birthday greetings go to Henry Watterson on his 80th. United States game commissioners meet in Salt Lake City. Manitoba Dairy Association holds its annual convention in Winnipeg. Mardi Gras opens in Pensacola and Mobile. Upper Canada College marks 90th anniversary with alumni dinners across multiple countries. Crucible Steel stockholders in New York consider increasing common stock. Ohio launches statewide drive to recruit teachers with films and presentations. first interdenominational pastors conferences begin in Kansas City and Wichita. ministerial salary issues emerge as a major topic.
George Kenan, celebrated American journalist traveler and lecturer, marks his seventy fifth birthday today. A long term observer of Russia, he explored Siberia in 1865 as an explorer and telegraph engineer and later studied its convict system, shaping American views on the Romanoffs. He was born in Norwalk Ohio and started as a Columbus telegraph operator.
Henry Watterson famed Louisville editor born in Washington DC today marks his birthday. Thomas N Schumacher El Paso and Southwestern president born in Williamsport PA turns 58. Rt Rev John J McCort auxiliary bishop Altoona born Philadelphia aged 60. Edward E Browne Wisconsin congressman born Waupaca aged 52. George Harvey editor and publicist born Peacham Vermont aged 56.
One year ago today the Austrian general elections took place for the national assembly. German commissioners at Treves signed a renewal of the armistice terms, marking a wartime political shift.
Several professional societies begin meetings today including the New York American Institute of Mining and Metallurgical Engineers, the Cincinnati based Ohio Retail Clothiers and Furnishers Association, and the Ohio State Association of Master Plumbers in Cleveland with sessions announced across the day.
The Rockingham inquest found the death of Clinard justifiable in self defense after robberies and a car chase involving Robert Steele Jr. Kent Greer John Langdon J. Diggs and Bob Greer were implicated. Steele reported being assaulted while a pistol was fired, leading to Clinard’s fatal wound under temple.
Washington residents defend local hotel rates as under those of major cities. The chamber of commerce investigated and found prices reasonable. Robert N. Harper urged Washingtonians to demonstrate the fairness of rates to attendees of the American Bankers association meeting on October 18.
In 1919, Marjorie revels in the gift of a horse and the purchase of a mate for Pegasus by Chester. The social evening ends with lingering affection, a ride planned for tomorrow, and a tense, unspoken comparison between Chester Boyd and Crittenden.
A confrontation ends with Crittenden striking the narrator on the stairs, leaving her shaken and humiliated. She retreats to the living room in darkness, while he ascends, and the scene hints at ongoing domestic tension reflected in a later note about paying tomorrow. The page also lists historical events from 1826 to 1919.
Portias enter law practice as women crowd colleges and the bar grows. Chicago reports many women studying law making “her honor” common in references to judges and men turn to newer, more lucrative legal careers.
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