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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1920

Page

4

Belated decision opens trade with Soviet Russia

The Paris supreme council announces resumed trade with the Soviet government of Russia amid fears in Britain over bolshevik gains. Dispatches note British leaders, including Churchill and Beatty, travel to Paris for military talks as analysts foresee bolshevik moves toward Poland and the Baltic region. A year ago such a decision might have calmed fears, but today it spurs debate over future Western policy.

Supreme Council Paris Rus Russia Baltic Soviet Russia Black Sea Germany Winston Spencer Churchill Walter Hume Long Baron Beatty Grand Fleet Sir Henry H. Wilson Imperial Staff London Lloyd George Middle East European Odessa Poland Baltic States Warsaw United States Europe

Press Comment on Hoover Hat Firm Upon His Head

A New York Times item notes that Mr. Hoover’s hat remains firmly placed on his head as a sign of his composure and steady stance amid public attention.

Mr. Hoover New York Times

Move for Progress in High Point Paves Centennial and East Washington

City council votes to re surface Centennial avenue and East Washington streets to save base and ease traffic. Steele street also urged for paving. residents have petitioned, and leaders say timely work boosts welcome first impressions for visitors.

Centennial Avenue East Washington Steele Street High Point Hedrick Centennial

Raleigh commissioner calls for safety discussions with city officials

Commissioner Mooneyham of Raleigh urges representatives from cities with the commission form of government to send the commissioner of public safety to Raleigh for talks on accidents and prevention. The text implies cities without this form may be overlooked in addressing the hazard.

Mooneyham Raleigh Commissioner of Public Safety

Miss Johnson Advocates Simpler Style for Men and Women

The New York editor praises minimal wardrobe cost differences noting men spend more as they buy more clothes while women’s purchases grow larger but beauty remains in unadorned attire.

Miss Johnson New York

Allies to try former German emperor? debate rages

Von Lernser doubts allies will try the former German emperor but Hin denberg believed Americans would be cruel. Yet they proceeded with the plan despite expectations.

von Lernser Hindenberg

Hoover as Likely Presidential Nominee Streak Becomes Sign

About a dozen papers agree no nomination for Mr Hoover appears likely by either party. The absence of a competing bid is treated as a strong sign that Hoover will win the presidency.

Mr. Hoover Hoover

More school facilities in High Point spark progress claim

Proponents argue new school facilities in High Point will yield better educated students and happier citizens. The remark questions critics who allegedly said more schools were unnecessary.

High Point

Raleigh merchants face government aid in sugar bill

Sugar merchants in Raleigh claim relief may be scarce as a perkless bill in Congress is debated, expressing skepticism about any government-backed concession.

Congress

Sinking Whiskey Ship Prompts Deep Sea Diving Interest

The Greensboro Record suggests that sinking a whiskey laden ship just outside the three mile limit could spur advancements in deep sea diving science.

Greensboro

Ideal Rural Rental Offer Draft

A terse rental note describes a distant country property with 27 lockers, one bedroom, bath and kitchenette. It emphasizes the rural setting far from water and presents a compact living space for prospective tenants.

Government cheers liquor in home storage rights

The government states that a man may keep liquor in his own home, but notes the odds are against him. The remark frames personal possession as legal yet unlikely to endure scrutiny or acceptance.

Liquor Jokes Return Amid Ongoing Testing Wave

In a period of renewed testing, a playful comment notes liquor humor persists despite serious efforts. The item underlines a light take on ongoing evaluation, reflecting a newsroom vibe and public mood.

Make Your Will Day Noted in Light Spoken Message

Today marks Make Your Will Day with a lighthearted note that if anyone had anything to will we would surely do it.

Admiral Sims and Daniels Mention Valet Question

A remark suggests that if Admiral Sims continues, Mr Daniels may reveal that he served as Admiral Mayo's valet, implying a personal connection or duty behind official actions. The sentence frames a potential disclosure as a warning or taunt within a political or military context.

Admiral Sims Mr Daniels Admiral Mayo

Lexington Novel Frames Trial Absence

Lexinton narrative notes that the city outlaws a man who fails to appear for his trial, reflecting a dramatic legal theme and reputational stakes in a provincial setting.

Lexington

China Pleads Her Cause headline signals a new claim

A brief note reports that China is presented as presenting a cause with a headline tone. The line hints at a shift in narrative interest and potential geopolitical or cultural developments awaiting fuller detail.

China

Birthdays of notable figures marked today

Admiral Sir Henry B. Jackson first sea lord born 65 years ago. Frederick Madison Smith former head of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints born at Plano Illinois 46 years ago. Nathaniel E. Harris former governor of Georgia born near Jonesboro Tennessee 74 years ago. Dr. James Henry Morgan president of Dickinson College born near Concord Delaware 63 years ago.

Henry B. Jackson Frederick Madison Smith Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Plano Ill Nathaniel E. Harris Georgia Jonesboro Tenn James Henry Morgan Dickinson College Concord Del

Emancipation Debate as Hohenzollern Youths Seek Divorce

Two Hohenzollern youths near divorce spark discussion on women’s emancipation progress in central Europe. The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes remaining skepticism about change despite evolving roles.

Hohenzollern Europe Cleveland Plain Dealer

Exiled Activists Ready Return To America Denied

The Tribune quotes Alexander Berkman Emma Goldman and others indicating plans to come back to the United States as soon as possible, but the piece doubts the timing will occur within their lifetimes.

Alexander , Berkman Emma Goldman America cConcord Tribune

Law and Order Sunday urged for North Carolina

The Raleigh American calls for strict adherence to law and order across the state. It urges churches to inspire and sustain a nationwide spirit of legality and respect for God while enforcing both the national temperance measures and state laws.

North Carolina Raleigh American

Gaston County Helps State Orthopedic Hospital Plan

The Gaston county commissioners allocate 1000 dollars for the state orthopedic hospital near Gastonia. The Charlotte Observer urges other counties to support the state project, noting its wide potential to cure crippled children. The Winston-Salem Sentinel highlights the institution’s importance to the state.

Gaston County Gastonia Charlotte Observer Winston-Salem Sentinel

Central High School Endorsed by Rotary Club

The High Point Rotary Club endorsed unanimously Tuesday at luncheon a plan to erect a central high school in High Point township. Weaver Marr presented the idea to fellow Rotarians and a mass meeting at the high school auditorium is planned for next Monday night to discuss the proposal with attendees from all township sections. Advocates say the central building would advance education and mark a major step for the township.

High Point High Point Township

Tuskegee Conference Opens On Washington Legacy

The twenty second annual Tuskegee Negro Conference at Tuskegee Institute opens today honoring Booker T. Washington. Ten thousand Chicago housewives plan mass meetings to cut living costs in city public schools. Canadian figures Sir David Watson Frank Carrel and Charles Beaubien headline a New York dinner. Southern Presbyterian committee in Memphis weighs organic union or federation with Northern church after Civil War split.

Booker T. Washington Tuskegee Institute Chicago David Watson Frank Carrel Quebec Charles P. Beaubien Montreal Canadian Society of New York City General Assembly of Southern Presbyterian Church Memphis Northen Presbyterian Church

Immigration chief Caminetti a prominent Italian American figure

Anthony Caminetti, in charge of deporting alleged Reds, has served as commissioner general of immigration since early in the Wilson administration. A California lawyer, he was Amador County district attorney from 1887 to 1882, followed by state legislature service and two terms in Congress. He aligned with the Democratic party early and gained national recognition as a convention delegate and electoral candidate.

Anthony Caminetti United States Wilson Caminetti California Amador County Iterms Congress Democratic Party

Boxing card highlights multiple cities this week

The sports calendar lists Fred Fulton versus Tom Cowler in Philadelphia for six rounds, Jack Sharkey against Jabez White in Detroit for ten, Joe Eagan versus Johnny Wilson in Boston for twelve, Johnny Tillman versus Frank Barrieu in Calgary for ten, and Charlie McCarthy facing Harry Anderson in Calgary for ten. Also noted are racing events in New Orleans, a Spokane auto show, Georgia auto dealer meeting in Atlanta, Pinehurst midwinter shooting, Duluth curling bonspiel, and Belleair January golf tournament.

Belleair Fla Fred Fulton Tom Cowler Philadelphia Jack Sharkey Jabez White Detroit Joe Eagan Johnny Wilson Boston

Pohluni to Perform Magic Stunt at Local Lyceum Night

Pohluni, a musician and magician, headlines a lyceum event at the high school auditorium this evening. A three-member committee will ride with him in an automobile, blindfolded, to a city spot where a hidden letter awaits reading before the blindfold comes off.

Pohluni and Company Lyceum Pohluni W. A. Lambeth James A. Clarke Joseph P. Rawley

High Point Council Discusses Censorship and Utilities

The High Point council approved expanding the city censorship board to include all members for any High Point theatre attraction. A. B. Huff sought a one year vaudeville and moving picture license for South Main Street. The council also moved to require water meters for manufacturers, with each meter costing 460 dollars, and authorized hiring J. T. Hightower to audit city books. The adjournment sets up a vote on incandescent lighting rates at a special meeting.

A. B. Huff Orpheum Amusement Company South Main Street Ingram Board of Censorship High Point Huff J. T. Hightower Greensboro Hightower Public Service Company

Enthusiastic LA music teacher credits Tanlac recovery

Misa Gouise Cantril, a music teacher at 405 Elm Street Los Angeles, reports dramatic health gains after starting Tanlac. She describes improved appetite, kidney function and sleep, noting a weight gain from 98 to a higher, newfound strength, and praises the medicine as the best she has heard of. Tanlac is sold by druggists everywhere.

Misa Gouise Cantril Elm Street Los Angeles Cal Tantae

Todays Anniversaries in a Historic Timeline

A compact list of notable dates including Junius letters in 1769 July, Stonewall Jackson born 1824, Italian opera house Paris fire 1828, Henry Hallam death 1859, Prince Arthur arrives New York 1870, Mazas riot 1871, National Woman Suffrage Convention opens 1869, German emperor visits Queen Victoria 1901.

One Year Ago Today in the War Headlines

The supreme council agreed to conduct an investigation into the Russian situation. British and American labor leaders planned to form a labor congress in connection with the peace conference.

Supreme Council

Conventions Open Today Across Cities

Chicago Associated General Contractors of America and New Orleans Diocese of the Episcopal Church begin meetings today. Lincoln Nebraska sees the state dairy men association convene, along with other regional groups.

Chicago—Associated General Contractors of America New Orleans Louisiana Diocese of the Episcopal Church Lincoln, Neb Nebraska State Dairymen’s Association

Boxers in Milwaukee Fight Notes and Wilde Sharkey Rematch Hype

The report notes Ted Jameson wore the same shoes as Jack Dempsey when he defeated Jess Willard in Milwaukee. It also highlights Metro fans’ anticipation for the Wilde Sharkey rematch set for Jersey City on January 26.

Bob Moha Milwaukee Ted Jameson Jack Dempsey Jess Willard Metropolitian Jimmy Wilde Jack Sharkey Jersey City

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