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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1926
Page
4
A fragmentary column blends musings on drinking costs and phonographs with playful lines about dancing, a Spain news snippet, storm damage, and winter quips commenting on pronunciation and misery versus gladness.
The passage notes Germans refuse to listen to American radio programs and remain unwilling to waste their time on such broadcasts.
The opening night of radio week drew positive reception and promises continued music-filled evenings for six more days.
The President's judgment is not final in the Mitchell case and the matter remains unresolved until a correct decision is reached.
Henry Ford has sold the Soviet government of Russia a tremendous lot of tractors and will wait nine months for payment. The deal mirrors time payment practices seen among North Carolina tenant farmers.
A Philadelphia chiropractor admits killing a young woman and claims he forgot to remove her head from his office. He says overlooking such details prevented the perfect crime.
A woman drove into a telegraph pole in Washington yesterday for stimulation and said she found inspiration in an ambassadorial bottle. She provided testimony and offered remarks for a speech.
Former Attorney General Harry M. Daugherty appears in a New York federal court in a case connected to the federal investigation of the American Metal company. This proceeding is separate from the Harding administration scandals.
The pardons commission warns a state political figure amid perceived threats. The piece suggests a consultation with Dr. W. Rankin, former Secretary of the State Health Department, as a remedy when harassment arises.
Burbank argues religion stands on a tottering basis. He cites early American leaders and Tom Paine, noting revolutions and Soviet ideas as reflections, yet insists mass repudiation of religion is not imminent and unlikely to occur soon.
Arthur Brisbane labels inheritance taxation cowardly and urges taxing the living rather than the estate after death. He contends such taxes deter elderly capital owners from risky ventures to protect their families, arguing the policy is reasonable in theory.
The piece argues President Coolidge uses the “pleasure of the President” to decide half pay and removal terms for Colonel Mitchell and others tied to the air service. It contends Mitchell’s five year suspension and half pay depend on ongoing presidential will, a practice criticized by Democratic-leaning press as arbitrary and risky for affected officers. The column also notes Garrity’s impact at Baptist College and Wake Forest’s success under his coaching, praising his ability to develop athletes and lead teams to championships.
A Raleigh fraternal press notes its members object to capital punishment yet attend executions. Tom Best speaks against the death penalty describing state executions as a waste and condemns the idea of “pious palaver” in death procedures. The column defends the state’s legal framework and urges judging the system by its societal purpose.
Coach Garrity departs leaving Wake Forest without a strong force in athletics. Observers note the college loses a significant influence after two or three seasons of Garrity’s leadership. The article reflects on the impact of his departure.
Greensboro meeting speakers from High Point urge Guilford county to lend up to a quarter of a million dollars to the state highway commission to reconstruct the Greensboro High Point road. They argue the work is needed regardless of county refunds and note the road’s dangerous curves and prior poor engineering. They caution lawmakers’ borrowing policy may exceed authorized funds but insist the project should proceed. They honor Dr. C H Barlow for brave medical service in China.
A suburban executive and family illustrate a common ache beneath wealth and comfort. Despite material success, he seeks meaning beyond dollars and status, suggesting American culture misplaces values toward efficiency and wealth rather than deeper fulfillment.
A student in High Point voices support for the younger generation and defends youths against criticisms. He argues older folks overreact and insists that behind carefree behavior lies stern resolve when tested.
In Greenwich Connecticut the Bald Head Club of America voices strong opposition to plans to establish a college dedicated to hair research. President John Rodemeyer vows firm resolutions on whether to resist the proposal.
In Mena Arkansas Dr M W Mayfield 74 who practiced 25 years is declared to be a woman. Her English parents supposedly dressed her as a boy to protect property rights. The revelation emerges on her deathbed.
In Newport Rhode Island William H Vanderbilt wins a 30 dollar claim against the city after a dog killed fifteen of his hens. The incident centers on municipal responsibility for damages caused by roaming dogs.
New York novelist Owen Johnson plans to marry Mrs. John A Leboutiller. It will be his fifth marriage and her third.
Nikola Tesla foresees triumphant women relegating men to a subordinate role as feminine functions dull and human civilization aligns more with the hive like bees. He spoke in a Col lier's context about societal shift and progress.
Fresh upturns in wheat prices arise from Liverpool quotations and reports that the Canadian crop is already off the farms with Alberta estimates high. Opening gains of 1/8 to 3/4 cent set the tone as corn and oats follow wheat higher. Provisions firm with hog values and grain.
The New Orleans cotton market opened easier as cables declined. Early trades showed losses of 2 to 6 points and margins slipped further after the call with March at 19.690, May at 18.97, and October at 17.61, down 7 to 11 points from yesterday's close amid light buying and renewed short time talk in Lancaster.
Zeb Darnell a Pineville farmer faced trial in Charlotte Superior Court on charges of fatally shooting Joe Higgon postmaster of Pineville after a Thanksgiving night party. Both sides fielded strong legal teams.
High Point College’s Panthers face Guilford College at the Y gym Saturday night at 8. The Panthers seek revenge after a defeat to Guilford and aim to stay strong for four remaining games. Trade rumors involve Duck Smith but Winston-Salem officials deny any deal with Greensboro Patriots.
Cotton prices declined in early New York trading as near month liquidation returned amid selling pressure from southern and local traders. March fell to 20.09 and October to 18.15 as Liverpool influence and modest buying limited the downturn. Private cables showed hedging and continental selling in Liverpool with steady demand from spinners and exporters.
G E Hutchins of Hutchins grocery returns from a Florida tour run by J T Horney Development Co of Lakeland Fla. He praises the sunshine state as wonderful and confirms many famed stories as real. A second Florida tour departs Saturday February 6 with reservations closing Friday February 5.
Washington January 26 AP reports H Percival Dodge of Massachusetts was nominated as minister to Denmark and John Dyneley Prince of New Jersey named minister to the kingdom of the Serbs Croats and Slovenes.
Mrs. K. C. Blue of The Carolina Beauty Shoppe states that Mrs. Blue, who ran several beauty shops in High Point, is not connected with this shop. The notice seeks to prevent confusion about ownership.
Irene Rich stars in the Warner Bros classic Comprosime opening tomorrow at the Broadhurst theater. She plays Joan Trevore whose idealism aims to erase a unhappy childhood while a slick pair of rivals complicate her marriage to Alan Thayer.
The notice lists numerous buyers and firms across several states including Jepson F Co Titusville M Nathan Marianna J W Wood Delray and more. It notes a steady flow of new buyers entering a second week of showing and references multiple furniture and hardware companies and locations from Florida to North Carolina and Tennessee.
The latest Paris tracks feature small electric lights embedded along the rails. City planners describe the lights as a modern touch for night visibility and safety on the urban routes.
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