Remedying Defects in Prohibition Enforcement
The article argues that Prohibition fails due to partial federal enforcement allowing lax state applications. It urges publicizing permit lists, scrutinizing pardons and permits, and reassigning enforcement leadership to strengthen crime reduction over revenue. It notes H H Rogers case, Gaston Means, and calls for White House action on the prohibition bureau.
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United States
H. H. Rogers
Gaston Means
New York
Prohibition Bureau
Coolidge
Roy Haynes
Bureau
Department of Justice
Treasury Department
Hans Luther leads rough path as McLean likely skips bonds
In the January 17, 1924 issue, Hans Luther navigates rough politics akin to Martin Luther. Governor McLean will ignore bonds in his first address, amid Raleigh legislature vacation plans. A North Carolinian in Philadelphia reportedly has the sleeping sickness after transplant exposure. Jack Dempsey plans retirement next June upon marriage, hinting his next fight may be his last.
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McLean
Bonds
Jack Dempsey
Deficit talk and naval gun raises debated in Congress
The text notes McLean calling deficit coverage excessive while Congress debates elevating naval guns, with Republicans and Britain cited as opposing. Raleigh’s Charlotte Observer calls the deficit “well known” on its front page, and Prohibition Commissioner Roy Haynes reportedly hopes reports of his resignation are exaggerated.
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Raleigh
Charlotte Observer
Observer
Prohibition
Roy Haynes
Toledo Blade editor notes impeachment drives public curiosity
The Toledo Blade editor observes newspapers chase reader interest, arguing impeachment is admitted and helps papers survive by pandering to public curiosity.
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Toledo Blade
Court Limits Means Character Witnesses to Ten
The court ruled that Gaston Means may present at most ten character witnesses for his trial. Observers note the limit could constrain presenting a full picture of Means, despite the belief that ten people could cover his character.
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Gaston
Representative Broughton Proposes NC Education Increase
Representative Broughton offers legislation to compel more children in North Carolina to receive education. It will be interesting to watch his legislative course to gauge his attitude toward the instruction of Próse already present.
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Broughton
North Carolina
Editor objects to misspelled medical terms in press
P W Glidewell of Idetdsville retracts a one sentence claim that a member of an opposition wing of the cooperatives was toting a gun at the Yanceyville meeting. Dr Morris Fishbein, editor of a medical publication, criticises the lay press for misspelling medical terms and notes the medical profession dislikes foreign language jargon used to explain terminology.
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P. W. Glidewell
Idetdsville
Cooperatives
Yanceyville
Morris Fishbein
Senator Mendenhall backs expanding or ending budget panel
Senator Mendenhall argues for giving the budget commission more authority or disbanding it. He questions creation of a state board to run affairs and notes the panel cannot gain power without authority to legislate or veto legislation.
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Mendenhall
Budget Commission
Representative Broughton Stirs Evolution Education Debate
A NC representative, Broughton, decries paying teachers to instruct evolution theory while noting the state seeks teachers with differing qualifications for various school roles. The exchange hints at broader school curriculum control debates in North Carolina.
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Broughton Bays
North Carolina
Broughton
Sparks in Shavings on Darwinism in North Carolina Schools
A Lawndale writer in the Charlotte Observer argues for Bible guided science education amid Darwinism debates. He warns against overreliance on secular paths, urging open minded study of scripture as the lantern for truth, defending the Bible from symbolic attacks and warning that man made traditions harm its message.
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North Carolina
J. W. Devenny
Lawndale
Charlotte Observer
David
Fragmented quote on protecting youth and Bible interpretation
A fragment discusses safeguarding the current generation, criticizing misinterpretation of the Bible and the acceptance of unbiblical superstitions and practices as truth. The speaker urges proper interpretation backed by scripture, warning against unfounded authorities.
Florida Coast League Golf Opens with Star Pro Match
A newly formed league of Florida coast golf clubs begins play with a four-man match pitting Sarazen and Diegel of Hollywood against Hagen and Kirkwood of Boca Ciega. The event showcases top pros and hints the venture could expand beyond Florida, offering rare access to premier professional golf and potential solutions for the sport’s rising popularity.
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Florida
America
Sarazen
Diegel
Hollywood
Hagen
Kirkwood
Boca Ciega
Negroes Block Judge Meekins for Federal Appointment
Judge Meekins faces organized opposition from African American leaders in North Carolina as his confirmation to the federal bench is challenged. The dispute centers on a rift within the Republican ranks over allegiance to the colored brother, with John Parker among those urging repudiation of negro fraternity. The blockade is seen as temporary but reflects the influence of the national Negro group and supporters.
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John Parker
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Pension increase for Confederates proposed today
A brief legislative item notes a proposal for a pension increase for Confederate veterans. Speaker Pharr of Mecklenburg presided as the Senate started at 11 am, both houses finished quickly and adjourned to Monday night. They will adjourn early Monday to honor General Robert E. Lee's birthday with a memorial meeting.
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Mecklenburg
Senate
Robert E. Lee
Our Children by Angelo Patri
Advice from Angelo Patri on child behavior urges children to avoid contradicting adults even when right. Listen patiently, wait for questions, and keep opinions private until appropriate. Those who listen earn respect, while constant contradiction earns ridicule and isolation.
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Angelo Patri
Patri
Bell Syndicate
North Carolina Legislature Faces Slow Start After Holiday Briefing
Raleigh January 17 The legislature reconvenes with expectations of early adjournment for members living near the capital. Budget and assessments delays hold up financial action while several minor measures advance. A Robert E Lee memorial is planned Monday evening with W H S Burgwyn presiding and Senator Hamilton C Jones delivering the address.
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Assembly
Budget Commission
State Board of Assessments
Senate
House
Robert B. Lee
Johnson Pettigrew
United Daughters of the Confederacy
Lee
W. H.S. Burgwyn
U. D.C
Hamilton C. Jones
Mecklenburg
Fair Volume of Trade in Textiles in New York
Trading in unfinished cotton cloths has been of fair volume, with print cloths and finer goods showing activity. Most business centers on wider fabrics while new cotton and cotton wool blanket lines for fall opened at 2.5 to 10 percent below last year. Numerous colors and designs appeared and were purchased, wide sheetings sheets and pillow canvases remained steady.
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New York
Intrada
Cotton market steady with wage cuts in New England
Bleached cottons firm with quiet activity in retail channels and moderate volume for other colored cottons. Wage reductions of 10 percent take effect in large New England centers amid sporadic strikes at Fall River mills. New Bedford fine goods mills to begin wage cuts Monday with no labor trouble anticipated. Heavy cotton goods steady. prices current see prints 28 inch 7 3 8, denims 2 19 2, dress ginghams 20c.
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New England
Fall River
New Bedford
Invitees to Speak at Chowan River Bridge Opening
In Edenton on January 17 Secretary of State W N Everett Commissioner Rufus A Doughton Tom C Bowie and Walter Murphy received invitations to speak at the Chowan River bridge barbecue set for January 20 A special Pullman will bring the Raleigh visitors here for breakfast at a local hotel speeches occur at 11 in the opera house and a barbecue for about 2000 at the armory after which they will tour the bridge site by steamer.
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Edenton
W. N. Everett
Commissioner of Revenue
Rufus A. Doughton
Tom C. Bowie
Walter Murphy
Chowan River Bridge
Bowie
Mr. Doughton
Everett
Mr. Murphy
Raleigh
Opera House
New Orleans Cotton Opens Higher Then Edges Back
In New Orleans on January 17 Liverpool was stronger than expected at the open with March at 23.85 and October 24.24. Early gains of five to eleven points gave way as the market eased after the call with March dipping to 23.72 and May to 23.96, 9 to 13 points below opening and two below yesterday's close.
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New Orleans
Liverpool
March
Wheat prices rise on export hopes and Russia demand
Fresh up turns in the price of wheat occurred in early trading in Chicago on January 17. Indications of further export business and assertions that Russia would need to buy 9,000,000 bushels for feeding purposes pushed opening prices 3 8 to 2e higher, with moderate gains following. Corn also advanced after opening 1 4 to 1e higher.
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Chicago
Russia
Market Opens Rally as Stocks Rise Led by Nash Motors
New York stock prices opened strong with Nash Motors leaping 19 points to a record 296, up 74 from last week's close. Ludlum Steel rose 2 1/2 points to 40, while Radio Corporation Allis Chalmers and Delaware and Hudson opened slightly higher.
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Nash Motors
Ludhum Steel
Radio Corporation
Allis Chalmers
Delaware and Hudson
Lacy Reported Gaining Health In Raleigh
RALEIGH Jan 17 State Treasurer Benjamin R Lacy was reported greatly improved in health this morning. His office said he spent a restful night and was feeling stronger.
Artsilk Company Is Given Charter
Raleigh January 14 The Secretary of State issued certificates of incorporation for several firms including Southern Artsilk Bleach and Dye Works Incorporated Burlington with 100000 authorized capital and 3000 subscribed by E W Sweet and W L B Garrison Winston Salem Forsyth Realty Company Winston Salem authorized capital 20000 and 1000 subscribed by J H Turner John H Smith and E C Hill Also amendments to charters for Winston Salem Young Men’s Christian Association and T F Pettus Company renamed Barkler Moore Incorporated with reduced capital, plus other Wilmington Charlotte Canton Reidsville and Wilson firms with various capital figures and investors listed.
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Southern .Artsilk . Bleach and Dye Works, Incorporated
Burling‘ton
Burlington
Forsyth Realty Company
Winston-Salem
J. H. Turner
John H. Smith
E. C. Hill
Young Men’s Christian Association
Winston,n. C
Young Men's Christian Association
N. C
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Wilson
Barkler- Moore, Incorporated
Victory Specific’ Company
Charlotte
Victory Specific
C. A. Parker, LaGrange
A. L. Kennedy
F. J. Kennedy
W. E. Ferguson and Company, Incorporated
W. E. Ferguson
F. M. Ferguson
Cc. G. Ferguson
Canton Wholesale ‘Supply Company
Canton
R. B. Robertson
Charles
Bryant
Aghaville
E. Smith
Sam B. Laird
Rockingham Supply Company
Reidsville
Jeff Penn
J. H. Mobley
W. D
D. Food Company
R. O’quinn
O’quinn
R. G. Canady
McLean Begins Long Career With Busy Capitol Role
McLean starts his career amid reports pleased by his past work with Governor Bickett. He draws on experience as War Finance Corp director and assistant secretary of the treasury. Budget and revenue bills loom as hearings extend, with lawmakers predicting late sessions after the term.
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Bickett
War Finance Corporation
Washington
Budget Commission
Truth Than Poetry By JAMES T. MONTAGUE
A 1925 Bell Syndicate prose poem reflects on governors salaries and political duty. It juxtaposes Governor Bryan of Nebraska and a working family’s hunger with a critique of political sacrifice. The piece satirizes ideas of governance, checks and balances, and the allure of public office.
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James T. Montague
Bryan
Nebraska
Markets Hit By Reactionary Markets Strike Early Week
Markets showed reactionary trends with heavy selling across stocks as overbought signals appeared despite favorable trade data. U S Steel rose above 125 for the first time in eight years while New York Central reached 124 3 4. Italian lire weakened but Danish credit eased tensions amid political developments. A bank robbery investigation near Bellmore led to the arrest of James J Cadoo, with $10,000 recovered except for $100.
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Commission House
American Petroleum Institute
U. S. Steel
New York Central
General Motors
Coca Cola
Baldwin
Long Island
Bellmore Bank
James J. Cadoo
Lynnbrook
N. Y
Cadoo
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