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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1921
Page
4
A jumble of remarks hints at a paper shortage caused by counterfeiters and a woman withholding age while politicians comment on policy. Regional chatter references Russia, feudal themes, and uncertain motives in a period voice.
A fragmented column notes undertakers in crowded scenes and argues Mexico should reform to gain recognition. It mentions blushing brides dealing with heating stove anxieties and questions about naval safety. Haywood is linked to a preference for jail in the United States over freedom in Russia.
In a historic note, Dawes is credited with reshaping fiscal policy as July storms threaten tax collection. The era reflects a time when two lived cheaply, echoing past economic contrasts.
A lighthearted fragment notes the value of optimism and a smile using forty two muscles, contrasts cheerful expressions with real life honesty, and hints at fishermen facing unfairness when swapping worms.
A commentary highlights that while battleships and airships hold power, friendships stand as the strongest force guiding people through conflict and danger.
A brief column notes Paris fashion tightens yardage on handkerchiefs, hinting at a sheet shortage. It also mentions a forty year Reichstag member who has never spoken, and a treaty renewal possibility after Japan hires British air experts.
A brief note mentions a ball throwing contest planned for a Fourth of July celebration. The text also contrasts U S presidential terms with a Mexican president's term spanning revolutions and hints at careful wording from the printer to avoid offending readers.
A Northwestern University professor reports a corn ear showing red white and blue kernels. The claim is described as a banner crop by supporters.
The High Point furniture exposition, a million dollar undertaking, opened to broad buyer interest and exceeded expectations. Expects sales surpassing two million dollars with trainload lots, boosting local wages and commerce. The event draws visitors from other centers and promises further growth for High Point and the southern furniture industry.
Insurance Commissioner Stacey Wade issues an appeal urging North Carolinians to celebrate the Fourth of July without shooting fireworks or crackers. He cites past fires accidents and injuries and notes High Point plans a parade speeches music and contests as a safe alternative.
The settlement of Britain's miners strike ends after 96 days with a government involving compromise. The prolonged stoppage threatened industrial and political upheaval, risking collapse of the nation’s vital coal industry and its ability to import food supplies while impacting every sector of industrial life.
The passage notes that prosperity for all classes hinges on scarcity. It argues the crisis was averted when employers miners and the public through government realization that they were in the same boat. This collective stance prevented ruin for all.
Eskimo costumes dress the scenes of Arctics Kaddara at the Royal Theatre Copenhagen while aurora borealis lighting glazes the ice set. Arctic explorers praise the faithful effects and note the show surpasses summer US costumes for spectacle.
The passage recalls Judge Nathan Smith of Connecticut described as old school in dress, with white powdered hair, blue coat with gilt buttons, drab kerseymere breeches, and top boots. He died in 1835. The writer notes such fashion today would not command deference or respect.
NY July 2 report laments a new cooperative bachelor apartment trend. The piece jokes that ownership of such homes bars marriages as wives would be barred from the legally owned residence. It calls for a public display to warn fair maids.
New York City bankers become a hardworking class as summer plays fade. The so called bankers specials vanish from town on Fridays and return Tuesdays and golf links stay quiet. Private offices fill up more than in many previous seasons, except 1917 and 1918.
Edith Dabb of Oklahoma joins the Women’s City Club of New York Indian committee. She leads Indian work for the YWCA, promoting cooperation between white and Native communities on reservations and in mission schools. Dabb recently observed the friendship fire ceremonies in Oklahoma and spoke at the YWCA camp conference in Tulsa. Nearly 500 Indian girls are members of the association.
A careful researcher notes Broad way and 104th street as the doggiest area. Girls from the Follies roof gardens and summer revues live there with bull terriers chow sapniel and Belgian police dogs. The dogs wear ribbon bows and the gals are often uncomfortable, yet they present a brave ensemble.
A young sea lion named Volstead at the Aquarium enjoys a sun parlor while he learns to swim. The pup cannot swim for six weeks yet and is kept in the care of staff during his early training.
The observer notes a sky parlor fixed on the Aquar ium roof where the infant creature spends daylight hours basking and sleeping, mirroring a normal baby’s routine.
In remarks, Edward D. Lynde executive secretary Wisconsin Conference of Social Work asserts small towns need social work more than large cities stressing targeted care and community support.
A collection of remarks from religious and political leaders. The Rev L M Oxar criticizes constant talk on fashion while Moyron T Herrick urges US aid solidarity. S J Franklin notes farmers bear economic readjustment as prices shift. W A Greeson argues married teachers bring maturity and maternal instinct benefits in education.
The passage surveys US production and consumption leadership }describes women workers and a May peak in crisis reports. It notes a rail line in Mexico with ebony ties, radium shielding for surgeons, and US fire losses near 1.59 billion dollars over five years. It mentions Mount Waialeale as the wettest spot and a new web-fingered glove for swimming.
A collection of disparate notes includes left handedness prevalence, dogfish skin waterproof leather, hotel room superstition in Venice, US Agriculture Department fly poison research, a St Peter’s church timeline, fur-bearing animal decline, a chair made from the Revenge rib to President Harding, and fire casualties among young children and mothers.
Card of thanks from Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Crysel thanks friends for kindness during their child's illness and passing.
The Orpheum books Rich ards and Reeds new Convoy Girls for the week starting July 4 with Lester Richards and Bennie Reed in blackface. The program includes The Fight of the Age featuring Jack Dempsey and George Carpentier, shown from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. with 25 cent admission.
Mr and Mrs C T Duggins express heartfelt thanks to friends and relatives for sympathy and kindness shown before and at the burial of their infant daughter Helen Marie Duggins.
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