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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1923
Page
5
Poem by Berton Braley mocks critics who sneer at obvious truths. It contrasts high noses with cracked shins and dismissive attitudes toward commonplace love and plain facts.
The passage mocks pacifist ideas and static theories, noting their stubborn hope and failed formulas as the world ignores their dictates. It ends with a stark reference to Gén Ruhr forces amid wartime chaos, reflecting sharp social critique in a wartime cadence.
Louisiana residents carry forward a Mardi Gras concept as a local celebration gains traction. Community leaders push plans to organize parades and festivities, aiming to boost cultural pride and tourism in the region.
The article highlights Dr. Peacock as a figure who consistently secures a hearing, illustrating his influence or persistence in seeking attention or responses.
The notice emphasizes baseball’s imminent return with steady reminders that play is approaching. It highlights anticipation for practices, games, and fans preparing for the upcoming season.
A wry remark notes that many adults face possible conviction, except those who perhaps deserve imprisonment. It reflects cynicism about justice and accountability.
It is not surprising that the international drum runners are a sizable and well organized group. The article highlights their efficiency and widespread presence across events and venues.
A remark highlights Herr Stinnes needing not transport his wealth, implying his strength or condition makes him indifferent to carrying money.
A stance favors selective immigration arguing it could benefit the United States if undesirables are excluded. The idea emphasizes careful screening to preserve economic and cultural advantages.
A historical report notes hooded men attacking women in Texas communities. The piece contrasts this behavior with prior views of Mexican conduct, highlighting local fears and cultural judgments.
A newspaper note reports Ambassador Harvey has gained seven pounds since arriving in America. The change is linked to his adoption of long pants, a new wardrobe detail noted by editors.
A London marriage was delayed when the bride laughed so hard she could not answer the vows. The joke ends with a reminder that after time in marriage she may see the humor differently.
In High Point vacant lots near Main and Church Streets and a Willowbrook site offer prime space for a future park. Residents urge transforming trucks and debris into a playground with a wading pool and hedges to beautify the city center and create an asset for local traffic views.
Miss Alice Robertson of Oklahoma argues in a New York lecture that very few women are fit for public office and that women should not seek such roles until training and opportunity prepare them. She notes women often feel out of place once in office citing her own tested experiences.
High Point plans a combined municipal building and theater to provide a 1600 seat auditorium. By contracting scenic equipment and draperies the city council signals a push toward an integrated venue for theater, concerts, and conventions. The project aims to attract first class road attractions and large gatherings.
The New York letter notes a growing custom in high society to retain both spouses' surnames separated by a hyphen. Initially startling, the practice has become sufficiently common and accepted among fashionable circles.
A reflective piece explores why residents loudly discuss personal ideas in public spaces. It suggests solitude drives such talking, while crowded streets provide anonymity as strangers observe without responding. The passage notes the paradox of speaking openly to oneself amid constant urban presence.
I Montefiore Levy, a prominent attorney, formed a committee of lawyers and business leaders to study court delays and urge practical relief through state legislation. The effort aims to shorten decision times and protect families dependent on timely rulings.
A cemetery for dogs exists here maintained by a group of wealthy women who own dogs or have owned one that rests in this well cared for and beautiful site.
The Selwyn featured a rapid tour through film history from 1897 inaugurations to modern color photography and teleview. Audiences saw early McKinley footage, Mary Pickford’s rise, and the age of million dollar spectacles with a seat-attached teleview creating a three dimensional illusion.
Poet Harry Kemp sails to Spain to take up bull fighting as a core part of his life plan while also seeking color for a Spanish play. This move contradicts the notion poets are delicate and marks an active, ongoing chapter in his career.
Dean C B Williams of State College, Raleigh announces winners across contests in the winter agriculture course. Several county participants win in tobacco, fruits, vegetables, dairy cattle judging, and cotton grading with medals and prizes. course praised as most successful with 35 counties plus one other state represented. A closing two week session covered cotton tobacco grains fruit vegetables dairying and poultry. students thank Dean Williams and faculty in resolutions.
Col Joseph Atkinson of Atlanta spoke at Wesley Memorial Methodist church on unity determination and faith in winning souls for Christ. He praised open air services for reaching nonchurchgoers and recounted four determined men lowering a sick brother to Jesus. An offering for the Salvation Army was taken at the service.
H A White Ben Moore and Charles Maynor of Whiteway Motor Co returned from Charlotte where they attended a two day motor service clinic run by C.G.C Coddington Buick distributors for the Carolinas. Maynor attended all sessions and found his time profitably spent. Over 100 automobile men from Buick distribution plants in NC and SC attended the clinic with addresses by Buick factory experts on manufacture and distribution.
A Little Rock college student, Jake Ewing said to be son of a Tulsa bank president, was found dead in a local hotel room. Officers report morphine and cocaine packages and a partially emptied moonshine bottle discovered in the room.
State College textile department announces completion of two humidifying systems donated by Parks-Chamer of Charlotte and Bahnson of Winston-Salem. Systems in carding spinning and weave rooms use no pump, feature automatic controls, and boost the department, now with 166 students, to one of the largest and best equipped in the South and United States.
The High Point city council awarded Lee Lash studios of New York the stage scenery and drapery contract for the new municipal building. E H Stafford Co of Cleveland Ohio received the chair contract for the auditorium and other rooms. The building on East Commerce and Wrenn streets is to be completed and ready for occupancy in June with a 1600 seat main hall and a theater capable auditorium.
George Jacobs proprietor of the Jacob's Shoe Store returns to the city Thursday after attending a shoe style show in Chicago. He visited Boston Philadelphia and New York during his travels.
National Commander Alvin M. Owley will tour North Carolina in March visiting Raleigh Wilmington and other points for meetings with Legionnaires Auxiliary members and the public. The program includes district and state committee events a joint legislative session January 24 and plans for two post service officer schools in February.
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond has paid owners of war savings stamps $16,000,600 since January 1 and more than $1,000,000 has been exchanged for new treasury savings certificates series 1923. Postmaster O R York warns against promoters and urges opening a postal savings account or reinvesting for five years at 4 percent interest, with 3 percent simple if cashed early. Certificates are guaranteed to maintain value and are registered against loss or theft. Arrangements for purchase available at the post office.
Dr. Margareta Bowden traveled from New Orleans to Marshall for the Tri-State Medical Society session. She fell and broke her knee getting off the train and took the next train home.
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