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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1925
Page
2
In a 1925 High Point edition commentary, authors reflect on free speech costs, whether negroes should swim, religion in state affairs, and metaphysical questions. The piece notes Carolina politics, a federal reserve branch, and battleship versus airplane power, ending with historical religious context in elite colleges.
A Florida blacksmith sold Thomas Edison's early experiment tools to Henry Ford. The sale followed jokes by Representative Clam Wright in Guilford county and sparked media interest in the curious exchange. Ford likely paid well, reflecting the tools' historic value and the broader appeal of Edison’s apparatus.
A provincial newspaper reports Mexico Catholics breaking with Rome and forming a new patriarchy with a creed denying papal infallibility and excommunication for non acceptance. The piece questions Rome's strength, notes France’s diplomatic move, and asserts Mexican church affairs remain turbulent.
An editorial argues lawmakers should vote down measures limiting instruction and reaffirm religious liberty. It urges North Carolina teachers to inventory their influence on faith and ethics, insisting public schools must avoid teaching religious creeds or declaring beliefs true or false. It stresses teachers foster critical thinking and rely on neutral instruction.
A Washington story warns taxpayers may overpay due to missed recent tax reductions. It notes thousands have overpaid since January and urges reading the coverage to claim refunds. It highlights that many overlook a major deduction enacted by Congress last year that is now in effect.
The new law allows a 25 percent reduction on earned net income up to an annual cap. Earned net income includes wages salaries and professional fees. the $5,000 base can rise to a $16,000 maximum for the deduction. Examples illustrate how salaries and real estate profits count toward the 25 percent relief and how personal exemptions affect the net income used for the tax cut. A provision grants a 2 percent additional tax deduction on earned net income for businessmen whose income combines personal service and capital, with a cap and specific rules about compensation for services rendered.
The president condemned the inheritance tax as drastic and confiscatory, noting that rich individuals might leave little to heirs while debts to the government linger. The speech reflects long-standing concerns over federal levies that could wipe out a decedent's property.
Fire broke out shortly before 10 this morning in Mrs A G Wiles home on Forrest avenue causing heavy damage to the upstairs while firefighters saved the first floor. A 1000 foot hose line was used. Earlier yesterday a fire at the North Carolina Methodist Protestant Children's Home on Greensboro road burned the barn and feed valued at about 150 dollars. livestock saved. Fire origin undetermined. possible wiring or matches. Separately southern governors unite against potential cotton seed oil taxes and oleomargarine measures amid protests from Georgia Florida North Carolina and South Carolina with Wisconsin California Idaho Indiana Missouri Nebraska Ohio Oregon and Utah listed as pending.
Dr B F Hall of Asheville district president will open the fifth annual meeting of the First District Society in Hickory February 23. Hickory and out of town dentists join in program with topics on district state cooperation led by Dr Faucette and others. A morning paper by Dr Bennett on Dental Ethics, plus golf tourney, banquet and Washington birthday dance are planned for visitors.
Miss Ruth Craven entertained at a birthday card party on Thurston street Wednesday evening. High score prizes went to Ann Byerly, Marshall Kellem, and Henry Holton. Refreshments included ambrosia, chicken salad sandwiches, and coffee as gifts reflected her friends' esteem. attendees spanned High Point, Greensboro, Rural Hall, Brookstown, and Thomasville with numerous named guests.
Chicago reports wheat futures rose on expectations of a domestic drought season and exporter forecasts for April through June. Initial advances of 1 8 to 2 1 4 cents gave way to a mixed session as corn and oats fluctuated before a late uptick. Provisions moved higher with hog and grain prices, underscoring a broader nervous trading day.
Governor A W McLean has commissioned new notaries public including H F Bonney of Littleton W G Farmer of Wilmington W H Fogleman of Liberty R C G Lawellyn of Dobson Miss Katherine Mellette of Rosemary D E K Murchison of Gull Michael Melnerey of Delmont W P Alford of Durham Clarence A Isnaith of Wiel Point M O S Whiter of Marg ITIL
In Washington on February 19 the senate heard protests from southern states against proposed western dairy legislation to tax oleomargarine, a cotton oil butter substitute. States named include Wisconsin California Idaho Indiana Missouri Nebraska Ohio Oregon and Utah. Senator Overman read Governor McLean’s telegram warning such measures could lead to civil war and urged action.
The lower house voted 67 to 46 against a bill framed with two sections on religious liberty and state employment. One part would secure worship and personal sacred texts, while the other barred state employees from expressing opinions on religious matters. Legislator remarks sparked confusion on whether the vote was a test for the Poole resolution. Wright of Guilford lightened the mood with jokes during floor time.
LARKEHURST New Jersey February 19 The Los Angeles will be ready tomorrow to depart for Bermuda, Commander Jacob H Klein Jr said today If weather stays favorable she will be moored to the mast tonight in preparation for the take off
Raleigh reports former League star Mickey OQuinn will start the 1925 season with the Greensboro team in the Piedmont League. OQuinn, sold to Birmingham last season, remains with the local club per officials' announcement.
Elizabeth City February 19 Joe Swindell returned to Pasquotank county jail after news that the supreme court denied his motion for a new trial. He was sentenced to 30 years for misconduct with a young society girl of the city.
Mrs Sarah Wagger returns from a ten day stay in Newark and other northern markets. While away she purchased an extensive assortment of millinery and ready to wear for her store. The stock is now being displayed and offered for sale.
President Coolidge accepts the theory that the Navy needs an up to date air arm and fleet submarines. The plan calls for a twenty million dollar first year program to build new airplanes, training planes, and reserves, while delaying some carrier and gunboat projects. The board’s sonar recommendations are modified and no further steps are taken at this time.
Rumor swirled that General Mitchell, key in the aircraft controversy, would be called before hearings and informed by President Coolidge that he will not be reappointed as assistant air chief. Reports said he might resign or take another War Department assignment as his term ends next month.
London reports Britain plans the largest air force budget in history with estimates rising by about 2 million pounds to a total of 21 million. Political writers in morning papers predict the force will be trebled in strength. Ready for fiscal year preparation and policy drift.
Feb 19 Mexico City reports priest Joae Quin Perez elected by a small group as Patriarch and issuing a declaration he calls the Mexican church rebirth or reform efforts.
A Catholic church manifesto proposes Spanish language services to exclude Latin and foreign tongues, calls for abolition of priest celibacy, and decrees excommunication for attacks on the church creed. Perez backs the measure, claiming labor union support.
A North Carolina house session devolves into chaos over the Poole resolution. It features sharp exchanges between Representatives Everett and Turlington, the speaker's decisive action, and shifting votes as members seek to control debate. The four leaders Townsend Murphy Connor and Womble oppose tabling while others spar over voting eligibility and rules.
An ambassadorial mission in the General Assembly defended the faith amid consternation from about fifty seven members who preferred to eat. The speech was solemn and the assembly adjourned until Wednesday. The session weighs fourteen million dollars in appropriations against eleven and a quarter million in potential taxes as North Carolina awaits decisions.
Jacqueline Logan returns to the screen in Manhattan at the American theatre in a leading woman role opposite Richard Dix in his first Paramount starring film. The story, based on The Definite Object, unfolds gang life in Hell's Kitchen New York with Mary, a tenement girl, meeting Peter Minuit as Spike schemes to test Bud McGinnis, driving a fast moving crook drama directed by R. H. Burnside.
New York February 19. Relative firm Liverpool cables and nervousness over crop demand kept the cotton market steady in early trading. March liquidations opened lower to higher, near months absorbed, with Mar at 24.86 and Oct at 25.08 before notable profit taking. Liverpool reported 14,000 bales sold on the day, inclining 10,000 American, the largest volume in months.
The New Orleans market opened with gains of 11 to 12 points from prior closes as July and October futures rose after a Liverpool sale of 14,000 bales and improved cables. Weather showed continued dryness in the western belt while cotton goods reports from Worth Street were favorable. The market eased 6 to 9 points in the first half hour due to margin liquidation.
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