High Point Industrial Snapshot 1916
Industrial department report details High Point population 15,000 in 1916 with four square miles area and 940 feet elevation. It notes the lowest 1915 death rate 11.6 per thousand, abundant municipal water, cheap electricity, five banks with 350000 capital, deposits 2.41559927 million, 100 percent ten year gain, annual freight 1.5 million, and 8 million in manufactured products totaling 700 dollars per resident.
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High Point
City of Diversified Industries
One Hundred Years Ago Today 1817 Captain Wainwright Birth
A note recalling Captain Richard Wainwright born in Charlestown Massachusetts who commanded Farragut’s flagship in the New Orleans attack. It records his death aboard his ship near New Orleans on August 10 1862 and marks the anniversary as one hundred years past.
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Richard Wainwright
Farragut
New Orleans
Charlestown
Mass
William Burke
George the Fourth
London
Johnson
District of Columbia
Senate
Girl Seeks Lover in Odd Ball Courtship Missive
A quirky personal notice shows a girl seeking a romantic partner, framed as a public appeal. She lists her hopes and hints at a playful, earnest search, inviting responses from potential suitors.
Walking the Dog and Other Oddities in a Roundabout Note
A fragmentary column jokes about Willie Bryan, cites songs and state salaries, references a front of Archduke Joseph incident, and mentions a new sanctum at the Enter prise building. It notes plans for a social evening, decorations, and a playful appeal for artistic wall pieces.
The Mexican Situation And The Last Of The Old Guard
A column argues the United States must illuminate its Mexican policy and aid Pershing if needed. It criticizes recognizing Carranza and notes ongoing border risks and Villa’s gains. It also recalls the death of the last Napoleon funeral party survivor in London and reflects on Napoleon’s era and impact. A brief snip about a matrimonial ad follows.
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Pershing
Mexico
United States
Napoleon
London
Owen
St. Helena
Peace at What Price in the European War Debate
The piece questions U S neutrality in World War I urging caution about provoking war and noting the shift from aiding entente belligerents to seeking peace talks. It asks why action in 1914 was not taken and warns that further meddling could push the U S toward war, while mentioning New Bern and Winston-Salem port plans.
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Entente
United States
U. S. Faces New Problems in Danish West Indies Purchase
Washington discusses U S acquisition of the Danish West Indies and the ensuing governance issues for St Thomas St John and St Croix with a 30 000 population about one black to one white. Likely is appointing a governor from military ranks and minimal legislative need.
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Washington
United States
Danish West Indies
Congress
St. Thomas
St. John
St. Croix
Ford Files Election Expense Reports Under Corrupt Practices Act
Henry Ford filed part of his election expense accounts this week for supporting President Wilson, risking a $1000 fine for late filing. Advertising costs totaled 23529.53 with bills from 151 newspapers unpaid, including 1864.24 in Pennsylvania and 1237.99 in New Jersey papers.
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Washington
Henry Ford
Wilson
Ford
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Film Censors Criticised in Carlisle Meeting
Dr. Ellis P. Oberholtzer urged federal censor ship of motion pictures at a Carlisle gathering. He said producers seek approval for anything and the Pennsylvania board often passes images that should be refused.
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Carlisle
Ellis P. Oberholtzer
Philadelphia
State Board of Censors
Pennsylvania Board
Tragic Train Fatality Claims Irwin Newhard
In Allentown Pennsylvania on January 5 Irwin Newhard an employee of the Lehigh Valley railroad at Theichler's was struck and killed mirroring the deaths of his father and brother who died in similar circumstances.
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Allentown
Irwin Newhard
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Theichler’s
Signs of Good Health Promoted by Foley Cathartic Tablets
Bright eyes clear skin alert brains and energetic movements mark good health. Digestive issues cause discomfort from fermenting foods. Foley Cathartic Tablets set you right without pain griping or nausea. For sale by Mann Drug Company.
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Mann Drug Company
Furniture industry drives North Carolina growth says Observer
The North Carolina furniture sector now produces about 13 million dollars annually with payrolls around 2.5 million. Most growth concentrates in the piedmont and western regions, and High Point is rising as a leading U S furniture center per the Charlotte Observer.
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North Carolina
Shipman
Piedmont
High Point
United States
Charlotte Observer
High doctor costs loom for 1917 says Asheville Times
The Asheville Times notes that Asheville hosts top doctors and that medical care costs rise with new prices. It cites Boston reports that physicians plan to double office pulse fees from $1 to $2 and expand home call charges, signaling a higher cost of being sick in 1917.
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Asheville
Boston
Tech Medical Fraternity
Asheville Times
Two Claimants Vying for New Mexico Arizona Governorship
The Charlotte News laments corrupting influence of proximity to Mexico. It notes a dying man rushed from a Los Angeles sanatorium to swear in as New Mexico governor, while Arizona faces two strong, vocal contenders for the same office.
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Mexico
New Mexico
Arizona
Los Angeles
Charlotte News
Richmond Hobson to Miss Mud in Chicago Dry Quest
The Macon Telegraph mocks Richmond Pearson Hobson for heading to Illinois aiming to make Chicago dry. The quip wonders why he did not pursue bolder stunts such as demolishing the Masonic temple or tossing a brick across Lake Michigan while traveling to Minois.
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Richmond Pearson Hobson
Minois
Chicago
Richmond
Masonic Temple
Lake Michigan
Macon Telegraph
Supposed They Did It Here Free Sunless Editions
The St Petersburg daily paper marks sunless days by distributing free editions. For six years the paper has issued 37 free copies whenever the sun does not shine at St. Petersburg, a local peculiar custom noted by the Union Republican.
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St. Petersburg
Fla
Union Republican
Mean Woman Denies Husband Inheritance In Defiant Act
The Greenville News quotes a Wilmington Star note about a Brooklyn woman who left a $17,000 estate to herself, cut her husband off with $1, and barred him from attending the funeral. The report portrays her as determined to deny him any pleasure or solace.
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Greenville News
Brooklyn
Wilmington Star
The Herd Will Not
The Wilmington Dispatch mocks Tom Lawson, noting his claim of lacking names or details about the alleged leak and questioning how the public can solve the problem.
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Tom Lawson
Wilmington Dispatch
Bible Class Hotel Moves Greensboro Vision Forward
Community efforts compare building a new hotel in Greensboro to creating a Bible class to aid children. Officials argue a hotel grid can host a Bible class network, keeping drifters off streets and offering homes and charity to those in need.
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Greensboro
Col Mary Garden Faces Worries Amid French Clothes Seizure
A Greensboro Daily News item notes that Col. Mary Garden endures a larger distress beyond the seizure of her clothing by the French. The remark frames the incident as a minor consolation in a greater ordeal.
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Col
Mary Garden
Greensboro Daily News
Prevention Worth A County Health Officer’s Value
A Salisbury Post saying an ounce of prevention saves more than cure, arguing a full time health officer would be a valuable investment for any county.
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Salisbury Post
Greensboro Hotel to Be Named the O. Henry
The Asheville Citizen reports Greensboro plans a new hotel to be titled the O. Henry. The structure is expected to feature six short stories within its design.
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Greensboro
Why March 4 Became Inauguration Day
The confederation congress fixed the first Monday in March 1789 as the start of the new government. Since the date fell on March 4 that year, the first Congress under the constitution set March 4 as the start and end of terms for president vice president and Congress.
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Congress of the Confederation
Congress
Geese and Muskrats Winter on Pierre Lake Source
A number of muskrats and a flock of wild geese are wintering on the lake in the state capitol grounds at Pierre SD attracted by the warm water from an artesian well feeding the lake.
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State Capitol
Pierre
S. D
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