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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1927
Page
4
Citizens are urged to condemn and report any state of affairs in which whiskey is used by firemen at fire stations. The fire chief should welcome such information to remove those guilty from the department and maintain discipline.
A Main Street merchant denounces a five officer raid on his shop in pursuit of suspected whiskey sales. He alleges the search warrant was not read or produced and calls for full public disclosure of the reasons and results. The paper endorses careful policing while defending merchants’ rights and privacy.
Ban Johnson resigns as American League president after long leadership and clashes with Landis. He refuses retirement despite a $40,000 annual salary through 1935 and finally donates $320,000 in severance, insisting the game remain the focus. The owners halt his salary upon retirement.
The Enterprise publishes Mayo Davis letter shedding light on a fire station incident discussed by Chief Horney. The mayor states he found a paid fireman in the station under whiskey influence and supports Davis while warning of dangers to public safety.
The government life insurance program saved and salvaged vast policy value from four million service members over ten years. About 100000 men regained reinstatement in the last drive, and much coverage remains in force. With prudent management the program can build surplus while costs stay down, remaining a good buy against private stock insurers.
British officials lose temper as Geneva naval talks unfold with Lords of the Admiralty accusing the United States of seeking an offensive edge. Lord Cecil also reacts angrily during a debate on cruiser strength, signaling mounting tension over limits and naval balance among the conference powers.
The piece discusses U S interest in strengthening within the 5 5 3 treaty limits to gain a naval edge over Britain. It notes British irritation may stem from American and Japanese support for a naval policy contrary to the empire’s favored approach. A NJ school staged a parrot that yelled “Shut up” during commencement, and a quip questions Dawes interest in the bird.
Ambassador Houghton urged Harvard students that a national referendum should precede a war declaration. He noted that politicians once ridiculed the idea when discussed by Mr. Bryan.
A lighthearted note wonders where fish will spend their vacation period, imagining aquatic getaways and portable habitats for underwater travelers.
A Lexington pastor’s confession of sin sparks critique of moral hypocrisy. The article argues Shelton’s lapse is personal not representative, urging legal accountability and caution against scorning the broader ministry. It emphasizes that consecrated clergy still defend truth despite this individual failure.
The Lexington Dispatch outlines a speculative plan to connect the High Point Thomasville and Denton line with the Piedmont Northern via Dukeville or other routes. It notes potential routes, costs for river bridges, and the role of Interstate Commerce Commission approval in shaping any expansion toward Winston Salem and Durham.
A High Point citizen recounts a July 6 incident at Fire Station No. 1 involving a fireman said to have consumed whiskey and questions the readiness of the crew. The mayor states intent to eradicate similar issues with council support while praising a tipster for reporting the matter. Captain Elliott denies knowledge of the complaint when asked for verification.
The High Point Public Library highlights Louis Bromfield’s works The Green Bay Tree Possession and Early Autumn praising his vivid portrayal of Americans. Bamboo Bromfield’s panel novels explore Lily Shane Ellen Tolliver Olivia Pentland and the Pentlands within a timeless study of society. Books offered free borrowing with hours listed.
Five High Point police officers searched Bland Piano Co store without a warrant, looking for liquor. Owner R R Bland says no whiskey was ever in the shop and complains the raid harms his business. Eva Stoner, a saleswoman, was present. officers reportedly found nothing incriminating.
Lum Clapp sues in Superior court for 25000 claiming a Proximity Manufacturing mill accident on November 1 caused a spine injury when a defective machine threw him against cog wheels. A second suit seeks 10000 from Swift and Company by Mrs. Addie Garner alleging ptomaine poisoning from tainted sausage sold through a local grocery.
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