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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1916
Page
4
Managing editor W. Keener and J. P. Rawley are identified in a notice from a High Point, North Carolina post office matter. The document notes second class mailing status under federal act of March 3, 1872.
The London Outlook praises American business and argues trade cannot be won by war but by ability and industry. It notes British factories lag Germany in capitalization and efficiency while America leads in horsepower and modern methods. The piece contends Germany’s defeat reshapes trade and that Britain and France must match by salesmanship and capital. In Chicago wheat markets, prices rallied after an initial drop as Argentine and Australian shipments loom, with May and July futures finishing higher than yesterday.
Congressman's recommendation of J. J. Farriss for High Point postmaster draws broad support as a long active city helper proceeds to a reward. Farriss has long supported progressive causes and worked for local welfare with little personal gain. In Harlem, Edward Puter 19 faced arson charges after confessing to setting fires to gain hero status. A police inquiry into other blazes is ongoing as Puter taunts investigators with a witnessed incident involving a black cat at his Columbus Avenue home.
A brief editorial mocks a Chinese Republic incident as a humorous misfortune. The piece frames the episode as a cautionary example of misapplied wit and public misperception within political discourse.
Letters to the editor urge Congress to lower local postage from two to one cent citing government costs and a nationwide movement led by the National One Cent Letter Postage association based in Cleveland. The piece argues the change would boost mail volume and profit for the government.
New York January 25 report shows near months easing after opening steady with a 2 to 6 point drop. March falls to 12.11, May to 12.36, July to 12.49, then prices steady as the market shifts. Initial open quotes include January 12.00, March 12.15, May 12.40, July 12.50, October 12.56, December 12.69.
New York stock traders saw United States Steel show strength with a block of 2,000 shares at 854 to 854 while other issues advanced. Gains in special issues and war bonds supported the market though declines hit Erie, Southern Railway, Oils, and Industrial Alcohol after an initial uptick.
Opinion piece by Helen A. Stedman urges High Point residents to vote for street bonds to fund paving, arguing better streets attract residents, farmers, and capital. It states fifty thousand dollars in bonds yield about one hundred fifty thousand dollars in street work and claims no tax increase.
E. T. Wade of Williston North Carolina suffered stomach disorders after trying many remedies. He reports immediate relief after taking Mayr's Wonderful Remedy, stating it works wonders and allows eating freely with no distress. Hart Drug Company advertises the remedy with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
William J. Bryan issued a statement saying he has no intention of following President Wilson on his midwest trip of speeches on preparedness. He will stay in Miami until leaving for Lincoln Nebraska on February 20 to attend a birthday dinner.
London Jan 25 The British Government will not seek a total ban on neutral trade though measures reduce British ships use between neutral ports Walter Runciman president of the board of trade told the house of commons that restrictions would be as strong as possible without harming national interests
Greensboro January 25 Reverend EF Shenk a Lutheran minister long ill at his home suffered a relapse this morning and is expected to die momentarily according to reports from the city.
A Ringgold Louisiana letter extols a pellagra remedy from American Compounding Co. It promises cures, urges contacting Baughn and sending a free book, noting money back if the remedy fails. The ad lists symptoms and praises the treatment as a breakthrough.
W. K. Davenport of Parker North Carolina suffered years from a stomach disorder described as catarrh of the stomach by doctors. After using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy one bottle brought instant relief and a full course of treatment nearly cured him. He reports friends also found cures and permanent results for stomach liver and intestinal ailments.
Tax books available at 109 East Washington Street for High Point Township for the year 1915. Citizens are urged to call and pay their taxes as required. Signed J. Lu Parrish D. S. December 23, 1930.
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