Change Over 27 Years Shown By Old High Point Paper
A copy of the High Point Enterprise from July 1, 1903 is examined, showing a simple front page, eight pages of boiler plate and local briefs, small ads, and notes on community events. The exchange with Lexington and society items reflect early 20th century life in High Point, including a bank dividend, a forthcoming Southern Car Company meeting, and local notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point Enterprise
Enterprise
John A. Blair
Trinity
Pivceove
Ee Ee
J. J. Farris
C. F. Tomlinson
Deborah Tomlinson
Alsworth
Blair
Boston
National Education Association
Raleigh
Atlanta
Ee. A. Snow
J. Elwood Cox
Commercial National Bank
High Point Milling Company
Chas Sheloff
Asheville
North Carolina
Quaker Woods
Southern Car Company
High Point
N. C
Briggs Carriage Co
R. E. Briggs
Dred Peacock Co
W. Banner
D. A. Stanton
E. A. Snow
Wescott Roberson
R. R. Ragan
A. E. Tate
J. J. Welch
J. P. Redding
High Point Electric Power Co
Ramon
George Penny
Exchange
George A. Matton
Kodak
J. W. Harris and Co
Methodist
H. A. Moffitt
News & Observer
Bro
Farriss
Lexington Dispatch
Lexington
Oscar Moffitt
Lillie Hastings
Dick Hoskins
Lilla Wilson
Vic Craigen
Allie Burton
Amos
Reidsville
Lena Parker
Lawrence White
Genivieve Tate
Ed Millis
Blanche Bradshaw
J. J. Farriss
Maud Patton
Ward Keshelman
Lillie Sherrod
Dr. Hayes
Berta Ragan
Bas
Mr. Moffitt
J. A. Clinard
People’s House Furnishing Company
D. N. Welborn
Charley Welborn
William P. Ragan
North Carolina County Population Highlights From 1920 Census
The 1920 census ranks North Carolina counties by population with Guilford, Mecklenburg, Forsyth, Buncombe and Wake leading many counties. Pitt and Rockingham show shifts in ranking, while Alamance Iredell and Rutherford display notable increases. Davidson county’s population is officially 48,700 after a township omission is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durham
Pitt
Rockingham
Guilford
Mecklenburg
Forsyth
Buncombe
Wake
Gaston
Robeson
Johnston
Rowan
Piedmont
Foothill
Alamance
Burke
Cabarrus
Catawba
Davidson
Iredell
Rutherford
Lexington
North Carolina
Davidson County
Alexander
xAllegheny
Anson
Ashe Ee Eeee
Enee
Avery
Beauford Eee
Bertie
Bladen
Brunswick
Cabarrus Eee
Caldwell
Camden
Carteret
Caswell
Chathemee
Cherokee
Chowan
Clay
Cleveland
Columbus
Craven
Cumberland
Currituck
Daresseee
Davie
Duplin
Edgecombe
Franklin
Gates
Graham
Granville
Greene
Guldford
Halifax
Harnett
Haywood Eee
Henderson
Hertford
Hoke
Hyde
Eeree
Jackson
Jones
Lee Eee
Ree
Lenoir Eee
Lincoln
Eevee
McDowell
Macon
New Hanover
Northampton
Onslow
Orange
Pamlica
Pasquotank
Pitteeree
Vance
Wilson Ese
Yadkin Cere
Yancey
Democrats Consolidate for County Convention in Lexington
Delegates from the township gathered about 150 people to form a county convention slate. The county slate allocated three fourths of the sheriff vote to B. F. Lassiter and one fourth to Major J. A. Leonard. Redwine led for register of deeds, Hinkle for county commissioner, Yokely for coroner, and Bryant named for constable with 13 others for justices. The meeting was led by J. Walter Lambeth and urged adopting the primary method.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
B. F. Lassiter
J. A. Leonard
J. R. Redwine
Register of Deeds
W. G. Hinkle
R. V. Yokely
Bryant
Justice of the Peace
J. Walter Lambeth
Pink dotted organdie dress with sash and pale blue slip
A white organdie dress with pink dots is fashioned over a pale blue slip. It features a pink and blue grosgrain sash and bows on puff sleeves, with pink and blue kid leather slippers to match.
Dodgers Onions Diet Sparks Witty Exchange
A humorous exchange notes a man surviving two weeks on onions, with a quip that anyone living on onions should live alone, reflecting a lighthearted moment about food scarcity and resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodgers
Minty Coolness for Hot Days in Your Fridge
A simple tip for beating heat suggests keeping fresh mint in the refrigerator. A dash of mint elevates iced tea and other drinks with a uniquely refreshing cooling note.
Semi-Paternalism In South Disappearing
University of Virginia Institute survey of southern furniture workers in Virginia North Carolina and Tennessee finds shift from paternalism to self reliance. Workers own or rent homes, little employer wage augmentation, but universal aid when ill or old. Wage ranges 19 to 67 cents with average around 29–34 cents by state. Group insurance common in Virginia, less so in North Carolina. fuel provided at wholesale prices in NC. bonuses rare, with Christmas presents common.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University
Institute of Research In
Society Sciences
University of Virginia
Institute
Rockefeller Foundation
Abraham Berglund
George T. Starnes
Frank T. de Vyver
South
North Carolina
Tennessee
Virginia
State rests case against Howells in Williams murder trial
The South Carolina courtroom adjourned after seven as the state rested and two defense witnesses testified in the Howell murder case. The nine year old daughter testified of threats by her father and of a pistol held at her jaw on the morning of the killing at the filling station. She said she saw her father approach Williams with his hand in his pocket and heard him threaten to kill her mother if she failed to identify a man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumpter
O. BE. &. Howell
E. Hart Williams
Howell
Williams
Foot To Mouth Mike-Pat Career Turn Scrutinized
In a sharp exchange Murphy asks about Mike Paterson whose past as a chiropodist led to his new role as a dentist. The remark highlights a career shift and local curiosity about his professional change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike
Pat
Murphy
Rogue River Valley Apple and Pear Crop Estimated
Shippers estimate the Rogue River Valley in Oregon will yield 4 875 cars of apples and pears this year reflecting harvest prospects and market demand in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogue River Valley
Factory Club Baseball Fails To Spark Worker Interest
Historically, some factories tried worker clubs but faced poor turnout and morale issues. Past attempts show that semi professional teams formed by workers disrupted regular labor and failed to sustain enthusiasm among the men.
Democratic Convention backs primary system move
Davidson County delegates voted nearly unanimously to pursue a primary nomination system, with discussions continuing at the county convention. E B Craven chaired the Lexington township session as re-elected Democratic chairman for two more years, amid a harmonious gathering with notable women attendees. Thomasville precinct meetings noted at report’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Craven
Lexington Township
Thomasville
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Moore's Book Store
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Tomlinson Furniture Company
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Cincinnati Northern, CO
Michigan Central
Grand Rapids
Consignee
Denton
Ingagi
American Theater
Ethel
Ginia
Howells
Cannon-Fetzer
Palm Beach
Boys’ Furnishings Sport
Bill
Eeeren
Linen
Nuroté
South Main Street
Cannon - Fetter Company
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