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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1920
Page
4
A Washington debate argues against renewed government control of railroads beyond March 1. Proponents warn continued control will damage national progress, urging a quick return to private ownership and management. Critics cite Burleson's telegraph missteps and Sam Gompers as champions of government operation.
The New York World endorses Herbert Hoover for president, praising him as best qualified and a capable business leader. It argues party labels matter less than his ability to govern, contrasts him with A Mitchell Palmer, and declares Hoover deserves support despite partisan barriers.
The Greensboro News notes a provocative idea to hire a preacher to address mobs but warns that the preacher could become a target of lynching. Officials vow punishment for those responsible for mob violence as the state grapples with backlash.
The United States has regained its standing as the world’s shipper and ocean carrier. It urges sensible legislation to protect American shipping to retain this position amid five years of rapid progress.
A fellow entered a local drug store asking for a package of seasen. An official investigation is underway to determine the circumstances and answer how the incident occurred.
The region sees renewed conflict between Texas and Oklahoma over a territorial question, signaling a broader strain beyond existing international alignments. Both sides report military movements and heightened rhetoric as negotiators seek a resolution.
A mass meeting at the high school auditorium invites citizens to learn about the school system. The article stresses overcrowding and the need for facilities and outlines how improvements could be made. It urges attendance to foster practical plans and civic engagement.
Visitors converge on Wichita for the opening of the Kansas National Livestock Exposition. Other items include a Wyoming legislature special session on the federal woman suffrage amendment and Governor Brough summoning Arkansas to a third special session within 12 months.
Elizabeth City figure W. C. Saunders announces candidacy for the state House. He endured indictment for criminal libel across five counties after exposing truths in his newspapers, was acquitted, faced charges of infidelity from local preachers, and received a deflating reaction from evangelist Burke Culpepper who urged tolerance.
A commentator suggests that if Mr. Warren retains the chairmanship he is unlikely to publish further letters of instruction.
A quip about the old weather man who once promised fair and warmer days returns as the forecast routine resumes. The line evokes nostalgia for the era of simple, cheerful meteorology and community trusted forecasts.
Opinion notes that taking the former Kaiser raises questions about his fate and how to handle his punishment or trial. The remark frames a looming decision for Allied leaders on justice and postwar accountability.
It now remains to be seen if the women can retain their popularity without the wine and song.
The Winston-Salem Sentinel questions when the exterior walls of the courthouse will receive attention and whether the city should consider a new courthouse in a quieter location. The editorial reflects on urban planning and civic priorities.
A Greensboro News brief reports on a strain of labor tension as activists unfurl a red flag amidst a sugar strike in Hawaii. The item highlights the flag as a symbol in ongoing labor disputes, signaling heightened tensions and possible broader repercussions for workers.
The Hickory Record thanks Manager H. P. Williams for a case of Beve and notes future hunting season plans to hunt birds with four or five dogs in reciprocity.
The Winston-Salem Sentinel urges the city to publish a digest of municipal regulations in pamphlet form. It notes many residents are unaware of ordinances and violate them through ignorance.
The Winston-Salem Journal notes January 16 as a somber observance by mourners of John Barleycorn, describing the day as “Fanatic Day” in print language. The tongue in cheek variant marks a cultural reflection on alcohol culture and its memory in the era.
Widespread interest marks the start this week of the fraud and corruption trial involving U S senator Truman H Newberry of Michigan and over a hundred co defendants. Newberry, a Detroit figure with vast finance and manufacturing ties, has long been prominent in public life and naval affairs. He founded the Michigan naval brigade and served on the Yosemite during the Spanish American War, later serving as secretary of the navy in Roosevelt's administration.
Racing at the Cuba American Jockey Club Havana and Business Men's Racing Association New Orleans. National amateur billiards opens in Chicago. Boxing shows in Buffalo Troy Zanesville and Saskatoon feature Kilbane Smith Fitzsimmons Schoell Murphy Conroy O'Dowd Haley Fingard Ross.
Regional agricultural and lumber associations from Salt Lake City Utah Calgary Alberta and Little Falls Minnesota convene connections with the Utah state farm bureau Mountaine Lumber manufacturers' association and Minnesota Potato Growers' association exchanging industry updates and cooperative plans.
One year ago today President Wilson left Paris to visit the Chateau-Thierry battlefield as Gen. Pershing reported 105,753 soldiers in hospitals abroad.
Weathering a heavy downpour, Rev. A. F. Mitchell of Richmond Indiana preached two sermons at the Friends church in a weeklong revival. He urged tithes, shared bread as symbol of property and stressed dependence on God for success in all ventures. Evening talks centered on "Without me ye can do nothing" and the need to follow divine guidance. Public services are at 7 30 each evening this week.
A rundown of notable dates: Michigan’s 1837 statehood with Detroit as capital. deaths of Gen. Stephen Van Rensselaer in Albany in 1840. Bettina von Arnim’s Berlin death in 1859. 1862 Jewish political rights in Russia. 1870 Virginia readmission act. 1872 John Stuart Hill statue on London’s Thames embankment. 1915 British labor support for war policy. 1917 Costa Rican President Gonzales deposed by the military.
Augustus William son of the former German emperor born at Potsdam 33 years ago today. Rt Rev Daniel Sylvester Tuttle bishop of Missouri born Windham New York 83 years ago today. Frank O Lowden governor of Illinois and presidential hopeful born Sunrise City Minnesota 59 years ago today. Cleveland H Dodge New York merchant philanthropist born New York City 60 years ago today. Samuel Hopkins Adams author born Dunkirk New York 49 years ago today.
London reports that one sixth of Great Britain's war widows have remarried. Of 216000 war widows, 38664 have found second husbands. Pensions end at marriage, and a wedding dowry equal to one year's pension is given.
Fragmentary item notes Republicans would permit changes to all reservations except article X the Monroe Doctrine and a few minor matters with an apparent agreement on article X as adjournment followed by intervention of irreconcilable Republicans.
Miss Laura Royals of Trinity died this morning at 8 o clock in the Sanitorium after months there. She was 35 and well known in High Point and across the state. Survived by brothers June and Lee Royals and sisters Mrs Arthur Jones Mrs Lillie Royals Mrs Emma Welborn Mrs Hugh Miller and Mrs Luther Frazier, all of Trinity. Funeral plans not fixed. likely to Randolph County for interment.
A Ford driven by Lacy York High Pointer was hit by a switching engine on High street near the Hayworth Roll and Panel company. The car was demolished with only minor bruises to York and slight injuries to Hayworth, while another auto was struck by a train at noon with the driver escaping injury.
Cincinnati fans hope the Reds break the pattern set by Boston Brooklyn and Philadelphia after the Braves Dodgers and Quakers claimed NL honors in 1914 1915 and 1916 and have since faded from pennant contention.
Mrs. Virginia Stapp of 185 Valencia Street says she suffered 25 years of poor appetite digestion headaches and constipation until taking Tanlac. She claims steady weight gain better sleep energy and endurance since starting the remedy and notes no adverse aftereffects. Tanlac is sold by druggists everywhere.
Henrietta Wolters born in Amsterdam in 1692 emerged as a pioneering woman painter. The Russian czar Peter the Great sat for her portrait and sought her services, yet she refused to leave her homeland.
Berlin January 26 Mathias Erzberger the finance minister was wounded by a single shot as he left the criminal court after hearing Helferrich libel suit. The incident occurred outside the Helferrich case proceedings.
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