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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1920
Page
4
A collection of witty topical lines from papers including the Columbia Record, Portland Oregonian, Baltimore American, and Philadelphia Public Ledger. The jokes touch on Colonel Bryan, Havana, Hoover, and the income tax collector, reflecting era political jests.
A headline notes all roads to Cuba are wet while Mr Wilson recedes from the Adriatic stance. An exchange questions if international control of the sultan extends to his harem, signaling unsettled coverage of foreign policy and imperial oversight.
A terse item notes Mr Page seeks the governorship, with bemused remarks about officials and the role of rubber stamp makers in state government. The snippet implies political maneuvering and public interest in leadership changes.
A light hearted remark affirms that social norms around affection have space for couples and individuals. The comment suggests cheerful tolerance rather than strict prohibition of intimate displays in public or private settings.
The New York World pleads for lower taxes and hikes its own subscrip tion price. Postmaster General Burleson fails to land a new commission, now heading a three member committee on communications. A magazine writer notes bachelors seek a harem only after marriage to one woman changes their minds.
The question asks if Mr Wilson appointed a Republican and a Bull Moose to the secretaryship of the state department because no Democratic mind would cooperate willingly with his plan.
Senator France introduced a senate resolution yesterday to recognize Soviet Russia. The measure signals a shift in policy as discussions on relations with Moscow surface in a tense political climate.
The piece notes Major Schroeder rising to 86 000 feet with eyes frozen by 67 below zero. It adds satirical commentary on church collections and fundraising and a mock threat to visit H S Ward in Washington with an axe, referencing his letter and postscript.
The Durham Sun notes that Rumanians and Bukgearians are not shifting from war gear to farming tools but are instead trading machine guns and rifles for sugar, highlighting a wartime economy shift.
Helgoland, the massive German fortress in the North Sea, is rapidly being dismantled. Its guns fired only once and performed poorly, and the fortress’ destruction is linked in sentiment to the collapse of the world dream after the war.
A Tocqueville like criticism contrasts large foreign mission funding with modest home programs. It urges more support for Stonewall Jackson Training School and Samarcand for juvenile delinquents and reforming women, arguing local needs are ignored while overseas missions attract millions.
A New York apartment-house owner is praised for keeping rents steady since 1914 while costs rose. The New York World helped tenants expose the man and advocate a monument, noting about thirty longtime residents voted to raise their own rent to cover taxes and upkeep.
The piece outlines a broad campaign to discredit Herbert Hoover as a presidential candidate, labeling him a dollar chaser linked with Wall Street magnates like Schwab and Rockefeller. It argues Hoover would change governance, shift to a national operation favoring Americans, and end “Pork” as a known quantity, making him unacceptable to current politicians.
A wry remark notes that a man who turns back to look at a girl is driven by strong feeling or interest in her wealth. The quip suggests romantic or financial motives influence second glances.
Today marks the centenary of Belgian composer Henry Vieuxtemps. Arizona Republicans gather in Tucson to select six alternates for the national convention. Georgia Republicans meet in Atlanta to set dates and venue for their state convention. Illinois Governor Lowden spokes at Albany addressing the New York legislature as a presidential hopeful. Henri musi-
The First Presbyterian Church, led by Pastor Rev. Charles Pr. Cobl, schedules Bible school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Special music directed by Dan W. Smith. Junior Endeavor at 4 p.m., Senior at 6:46 p.m., prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:30. Ladies Auxiliary meets with Mrs. W. H. Plummer at the Flwood hotel Monday at 3 p.m. A missionary society meeting follows. pledges and dues are requested from all members.
First Methodist Protestant on N Main invites all to 9:45 Sunday school and 11 am 7:30 pm sermons by Rev George R Brown with prayer meeting Wednesday and Christian Endeavor Friday A Ladies Aid meets Monday and a Young Women missionary gathering is planned Monday evening Meanwhile Lutheran pastor Rev P D Brown conducts 9:45 Sunday school and 11 am 7 pm services with Ladies Aid Thursday and a reopening sermon at morning service A cordial welcome to all attendees and visitors
Sunday school at 5 45 led by D T Andrew s supervised the preaching services at 11 a m and 7 pm conducted by Rev J E Lanier the pastor.
Saint Marys Episcopal Church lists Sunday School and Bible class at 9 30 a m led by H S Coffield with B R Thurman as secretary and treasurer Morning prayer and service at 11 a m conducted by Rev James Preston Burke from Reidsville.
High Land Mill hosts Sunday school at 2 30 p m led by superintendent R K Steward. Rev James P Burke will preach at 7 p m. Welcome to the public.
Friends church Sunday school at 9 45 led by superintendent Joseph D. Cox. Regular service at 11 with Rev Lewis W. McFarland preaching in pastor's absence. No evening service. Monthly church business meeting set for Wednesday evening at 1280.
Testimony placed Kent Greer at a hotel on Friday where a drink was served while a third boy became intoxicated. Witnesses in Rockingham saw a green Hudson speedster with Kent and two women on Feb 13. Authorities bound Greer under 1000 bond for the March 30 Laurinburg term. bondsmen cited property worth over 1000 free of encumbrances.
Alfred B Dennis, American commercial attache, says Italy faces a sharp downturn in its return to prosperity due to massive imports of coal and foodstuffs paid in depreciated currency. He notes coal costs in Italy are ten times U.S. prices, crippling industry, but expects relief from lower freight rates and new supply sources. He urges American investment in Italian securities to ease future strains.
Lord Halsbury, the venerable former Lord Chancellor, receives many congratulations on his 79th anniversary of joining the bar. In his 97th year, he attends dinners, delivers speeches, and participates in appeal cases before the House of Lords. He served as lord chancellor from 1885 with interruptions until his final retirement in 1905. pension estimates place his retiring allowance near 100,000 pounds, though a newspaper notes he is still robust.
Sir Vincent Meredith born in London Ontario 70 years ago today. Geraldine Farrar born Melrose Massachusetts 3 years ago today. Thomas W. Bickett born Monroe North Carolina 51 years ago today. Samuel W. McCall born East Providence Pennsylvania 69 years ago today. John P. White born Coal Valley Illinois 59 years ago today. Julius Kahn born Germany 59 years ago today. Earle Williams born Sacramento California 40 years ago today.
New York cotton opened barely steady with March at 37.70, May 34.95, July 32.22, October 29.85, December 29.26. A quiet start saw December down 6 points while other months gained. activity and strength followed as March shorts bid, lifting delivery to 37.96 and pushing May to 35.01 and October to 39.00, 10 to 13 points above the prior close.
Ricard Bullock known as the original Deadwood Dick died in Los Angeles at age 75. He rose to prominence as a frontier figure and author, influencing Wild West fiction and popular dime novels. His death ends a storied literary and entertainment presence.
Sadie FE Hamilton of Portland Maine narrates a dramatic recovery after using Argo-Phosphate a stomach tonic and system purifier She had suffered three years with indigestion gas and distress and says two bottles restored her appetite and comfort A local druggist notes these endorsements aim to help others Dispensed by J A Hart Drug Co
The scene centers on a luncheon plan and Elizabeths engagement, with Crittenden dubious of Bettys choices. Jack Langley teases a revelation about Bettys engagement while T reflects on the characters and social expectations surrounding a bridal announcement.
William B McKinley a long time representative of Illinois nineteenth district seeks the Senate seat once held by Lawrence Y Sherman. He built a large fortune in gas and electric utilities and street railways and was born in Petersburg Illinois and studied at the state university.
Brief list of historical anniversaries and notable events from 1845 to 1916. Includes Texas annexation by Congress, Libenny’s execution, the Tichborne trial, Majuba Hill Boer defeat, Serbia Bulgaria treaty refusal, William L Wilson’s appointment, Julia Lathrop Stanford’s death, and the Haiti financial police treaty ratification.
One year ago today the Southern congress of the League of Nations convened in Atlanta. In New York harbor the British freighter Lord Dufferin sank after colliding with the Aquitaine, marking notable maritime and diplomatic echoes.
The statement from Thomes A Edison notes that a six hour day is insufficient for a man deeply engaged in his work, emphasizing dedication and labor intensity.
J Cheney of F F Cheney & Co of Toledo swears to pay one hundred dollars if Alls Catarrh Remedy does not cure nasal catarrh. The statement is sworn before W Gleason on December 6. The ad promotes Hall S Barrel Medicine taken internally to affect mucous surfaces, with Druggists selling for 75 cents and testimonials available.
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