Allied Defenses Hold Fast as German Offense Fails
The front between Chateau-Thierry and Rheims remains firmly held by Allied forces as German attempts to break toward Paris fail. American and French troops counterattack after crossing the Marne, recapturing Fossoy and Crezancy, with German casualties mounting and morale dropping. General Foch is praised for predicting and thwarting German assaults, boosting allied confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Chateau-Thierry
Rheims
Main de Massiges
Marne
Dormans
Vaux
Cantigny
Chateau Thierry
Foch
Death of Henry Burtmer and the manhood of service
The piece recalls Henry Burtmer a Greensboro soldier killed in France on June 26 and uses his story to define what makes a man. It notes his dual service as a motor mechanic then infantry and his mother urging caution before choosing action. The column ends with a quip about Abe Marlin and Wilson’s stance on vacations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry K. Burtmer
Greensboro
Minister’s call for fair wages to save local industry
A local minister writes, under a nom de plume, urging fair wages and better worker conditions to keep plants operating at capacity. He warns low pay and dull routines erode labor morale and import laborers may not stay. The piece notes town resident Bob Terry no longer to be seen in his red car and questions a streetcar passing rumor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry
Bob
Ban Johnson Opposes Special Railroad Rates for Baseball Players
Ban Johnson, head of the American League, opposes granting special railroad rates to ball players. The stance highlights resistance to preferential transport discounts within professional baseball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ban Johnson
Americans League
Families to Be Cared For In Local Red Cross Plan
Local Red Cross officials discussed expanding home service to aid families of soldiers and sailors. A local sailor remains unheard, prompting enhanced outreach. The plan adds six member committee including a doctor and lawyer, an assistant secretary, and funds of 250 dollars to sustain operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Service
Fulton
High Point
Home Service Committee
Red Cross
Frank Ogburn
J. E. Kirkman
Clara Cox
Cox
Ask Statesmen to Assist in Solving Labor Problem Here
A local citizen calls for labor reform in High Point noting a wage underpayment, long hours, and widespread hardship. The letter urges employers to adopt profit sharing to attract and retain workers, improve homes and health, and elevate citizenship while seeking justice for city laborers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Quotes Scriptures To Get in Deferred Class for One Year
A Richmond draft registrant in class 1 seeks deferred classification citing Deuteronomy 24.5 after announcing marriage. He informs the local board that one year at home with his wife would keep him from service and business duties, then he will be available for any role deemed appropriate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Benedict
War Board
Fishermen Reel Big Haul From Yadkin Trip
A group of High Pointers took Wednesday afternoon off to fish the muddy Yadkin River at Trading Fork. They returned with a notable catch of eels and other fish, proving the haul with their prizes.
Local Outing Draws In Notable Anglers
A river excursion drew a group of anglers including J. E. Perryman J. D. Koonce J. E. Gibson James Perryman Edwin and Henry Koonce. They reported catching fish totaling 22 pounds during the outing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Perryman
J. D. Koonce
J. E. Gibson
James Perryman
Edwin and
Henr Koonce
Also Mentioned on This Page
High Point Enterprise
The
North Carolina Association of Afternoon Newspaper
North State
Bell
No 12
N. C
Congress
Paris
Washington Star
Ger
Perse
France
Young Burtmer Enlsted
Motor Mechanic Division
United States
Regular Army
Permis
Sion
Ated
America
Sented
Henry Burtner
Abe Marlin
Arnold Huff
Opry
Wilson
Ater
Hts
Jack
Sam
Voice OF
People
High Point Transfer Company
Kennedy
S. Main Street
Bevelery Yates
Bay Street
Paul A. Stamey
Washngton St
High Street
J. L. Sechrest
Church Street
R. B. White
Thacker’s
Pine Street
White Oak Street
Commerce
Green Streets
Homeseekers
Geo. T. Penny and Company
Fountain Pen
Enterprise Office
D. H
Dixie Dept. Store
Trinity
T. C. Young
Trinity, Randolph Co
A. M. Briggs
High Point Buggy Co
G. Roth
Bank of Commerce
Roland Park
Kate Craven
City
Bank of Commerce Bldg
Geo. Roth
Apply Bank of Commerce
H. C. Lewis
Centennial Avenue
Commerce Street
Tad
Wachovia Bank & Trust
Liberty Bonds
United States Treasury
Trust Department
Eee
the Commercial National Bank of
U. S
Libery
Guilford County
Federal Reserve Bank
War
International Teeth Co
West 42Nd St
New York
Interurban Motor Lines (Incorporated
Winston-Salem
Elwood
Winston
Zinzendorf
Guilford
Walter Royal
J. Burt Holder
Staley
Stanton-Welch Bldg
Annie W. Keith
R. L. Loflin & Son
N. Main St
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