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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1921
Page
4
Fragmentary notes mention Mingo county West Virginia behavior expectations and a book titled Bolshevism at Work. The text mocks income tax and social climbers while reflecting on the late century era and smoothing life after rough times.
An AS 500N report notes a man purchases an automobile and suspects a nearby pedestrian is irrational or dangerous. The brief outlines the incident framing and the suspect's perception of the pedestrian during the purchase.
A newspaper snippet notes a grim line in a citywide crime roundup. The phrase Everything's cheaper, even life appears as a reporter’s quip while detailing a string of holdups and rising violence.
Retailers returning from a shoe dealer convention in Milwaukee say the local girls tried to charm and distract them. The claim frames a lively social scene around the event and its aftermath.
Reports describe a growing presence of "hard boiled" American bandits in Paris as Allied forces plan to deploy several hundred more personnel to assist in securing Berlin. Local officials warn of increased crime and tension amid the occupation.
Radical threats warn of bombings aimed at Pennsylvania towns and possible expansion to Rhode Island. The note suggests prewarning from the suspects and implies a wider anarchic campaign.
The remark suggests the three aeronauts would have chosen Moose Factory to avoid questions from newspaper correspondents. It frames the press encounter as a deterrent to further excursions and hints at the reporters' pointed inquiries.
If the Southern railroad recovers eighty four million dollars in its suit against the government, the result could usher in prosperous times for the line and its stakeholders.
Princess Anastasia voices desire for a calmer Greek visit, noting the royal family’s aphasia challenges during her presence. The remark frames a softer approach to state affairs and public appearances.
Balloonists return to New York while Callaghan testifies before the commission of one hundred. The scene signals potential new headlines and developments from the hearings.
The text urges readers not to be misled by charges or personal bias against supporters of the bonds. It stresses roads as essential but education as the priority and calls on readers to vote for the bonds to advance the community.
Twenty two hundred voters in High Point Township go to the polls next Tuesday to decide whether to fund a new central high school. Supporters argue for progress and better education while opponents cite cost and selfish motives.
The Literary Digest article argues church music should be led by devout organists who are musically educated and aligned with worship, warning against secular pieces that distract from worship. It cites Philadelphia organists’ experiences and urges congregations to consider the organist’s role and reverence in services.
Labor Union in High Point pledges its support for the upcoming school bonds special election next Tuesday drawing favorable comment. Union members are commended for their stance and the group notes actions by the Central authorities.
A small but representative group met in High Point to discuss the proposed central high school. Attendees included manufacturers bankers physicians city officials police and a newsman. The session allowed each person to speak and all speakers urged building a modern well equipped high school for the township.
High Pointers await the governor’s list of appointments with keen interest. Rumors say several local supporters may receive offices, though confirmation waits for the official release. It is believed Morrison has many friends here and will reward local backing with at least one state post.
In High Point, Robert L. Sechrest of J. W. Sechrest and Son is praised for understanding reporters in scarce news times. He recalls that a reporter relies on those who hold the news, and when Sechrest obtains a story he quickly shares all details with the reporter.
The Enterprise reports a pricing error in the High Point Bargain House advertisement. A misprint listed men heavy work shoes at 1.65 dollars instead of 2.48 dollars. Manager Roberson says the sale proceeds satisfactorily and offers Seuffer shoes at 1.65 dollars as a special.
The first Southern Textile association basketball tournament will be held in Greenville February 24 26. Class A teams include Whitmire Mills Dallas Mills Huntsville Ala Piedmont Pacolet Ware Shoals. Class B lines up Woodside Monaghan Ware Shoals Victor Seneca Valhalla Tharay Mill Union Drayton Arkwright in Spartanburg Judson Greer. Girls class features Judson Monaghan Piedmont Whitmire Victor and American Spinning Co.
The Detroit Free Press quotes a rallying line about a new cigar dubbed Spark Plug with the tag line Perfect ignition. The note frames it as a fresh product entering the market and hints at its distinctive branding.
A. D. Brown of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in High Point North Carolina argues that letters to The Voice of the People should be signed. He says published anonymous submissions weaken civic debate and public accountability and urges writers to reveal their names whether criticizing or supporting public matters.
A Washington Star snippet quotes Mr Chuggine debating whether to economize by reusing last year's wardrobe and automobile. He asks if others will demand he ride in last year's car. The tone suggests a light exchange on frugality.
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