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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1916
Page
5
A sentimental poem about the soldier who went to war and the woman he left behind. The notice lists numerous names of local residents and guests, with social details from a Richmond honoree to a Wilmington party. Also mentions visitors from Raleigh and High Point, flood delays, and a church group meeting schedule.
Vera Idol entertained in honor of her sister Verta Idol with a heart shaped salad course and secret verses revealing the September 28 engagement. Guests included Mary Campbell and Miss Williams of Sanford, Margaret Brooks Maggie Coble and many others from Greensboro Lees Summit and Kinston.
Greensboro Council 296 U C T plans its annual picnic at Kimesville on Saturday July 28. Members and families will depart Greensboro at 8 30 AM and reach the picnic grounds about an hour later.
Mrs. D. T. Andrews hosted a tenth birthday party at their Fast Russell street home for her daughter Miss Mabel, entertaining 51 young friends. Queen Anns lace, roses, and potted plants decorated the porch where games were played. Punch and refreshments were served by Miss Ida Ridge and A. C. Parsons with assistance from Miss Ida Ridge, Sarah Arie, and Mrs. A. C. Parsons of Star.
Advertises wash cotton fabrics priced at 70 cents, noted as pretty with lawn patterns, stripes, and florals, described as fast color for dresses. Mentions new availability of Wallaces line including 40 inch white organdie and black and navy taffeta silks, with special value 10 cents.
Miss Laura Hendrix of Greensboro arrived to visit Miss Florence Baxter on South Main Street. Miss Nettie Newby of Asheboro is the guest of Miss Eveline Jones. Visitors at the Yadkin river near Salisbury included Lena Guyer Ethel Samuels Hattie Albertson Laura Dicks Mamie Goolsby Ida Coletrane and Mebane Walker. R M Clapp of Greensboro visited the city as a guest of Mr and Mrs Hunter Sechrest on Washington street. A guest list continues with Mrs FE T Andrews Mrs Cleo Quinn of Rural Hall and Miss Mary Englih of Monroe arriving for several days. P P Henley of Roxboro visits Dr and Mr D M Henley on North Main Street. J A Armfield of Greensboro was in town last night. Mrs Frank Armfield and children of Mottgee returned from Ashboro and stay with Mrs R T Pickens on Broad Street.
The Los Angeles Express reports the marriage license bureau affixes the national emblem to licenses and stamps each certificate with the official seal to instill patriotism. The clerk notes an aim to stamp love of the flag on newlyweds, with only the U S flag available for applicants. no other national flags have been requested.
The General Electric company increases its workforce at the Schenectady plant, reporting it now stands as the largest employer in the area with significant gains in employment.
Miss Sallie Hayworth aged 83 passed away last night at her home near Springfield church around 4 o'clock. The funeral is set for 11 o'clock tomorrow morning at Friendship church with Rev. Walker delivering the sermon. Known as Aunt Sallie, she was highly regarded by High Point and county residents for her character and wide family ties. A large turnout of kin and friends is expected at Springfield for the service.
Postmaster General Burleson told the National Association of Postmasters that higher revenues from second class mail could curb extravagance in political service. He suggested limiting rural delivery and rail payments and recommended Congress reduce letter postage to one cent next year.
Mr and Mrs O A Kirkman and son with Miss Ludie Clinard and Bud Wrenn spent several days at Kirkman s Ocean View cottage VA and returned home by car through Richmond The group included Herman Drinkwater a Norfolk canal figure and W Fraser who will visit High Point J P Rawley joined in Richmond as the party continued toward Blue Point via Oxford and Durham without incident
The Christian Endeavor Society of First Reformed Church invites all Sunday school members to meet in the Sunday school room at 6 o clock this evening. Edgar Livengood leads the discussion on Purity Temperance and Strength.
A high scaffold of the Southern railway at the Saluda river crossing collapsed, killing Larry Lart and injuring Boyce Key. Officials believe high water undermined the scaffold’s support.
Mount Shasta is described in an Indian legend as the Creator's first mountain and model for all others. The ascent is difficult but manageable with guides, using Sisson as base for a trail to Timreline camp, then a day ascent and return to Sisson.
Lima Ohio resident Mis Bryke describes two years of frequent stomach trouble and biliousness. After trying Chamberlain's Tablets she reports rapid improvement and better digestion. Obtainable everywhere.
Walter Royal has resigned after five months as secretary of the High Point Merchants' Association to take effect August 1. The group met and accepted the resignation with regret. a successor is to be elected later. The 30 members praise Royal's efficient, loyal service and the association plans to appoint a new secretary soon.
The First Baptist Sunday School will hold its picnic tomorrow afternoon at Abbot y ere. Cars and Krab machines will start around 1 30 o'clock with trips continuing until about 4 o'clock. All members are invited to attend.
The Baraca class of the First Reformed Church will meet with the Christian Endeavor Society at 8 o'clock this evening, then organize all committees of the class. Committees were appointed Sunday and will begin work immediately. Also notes advances in X ray use with the Coolidge tube and Stanley ray for deeper penetration without burning.
An advertisement urges every family to keep Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for summer months. It promotes its usefulness during hot weather and claims it offers great value and widespread availability.
Raleigh July 19 Associated Press states the North Carolina state firemen’s convention concluded its business and the tournament contests opened with a parade and hose wagon race to follow. Thirteen teams entered including Morehead City Kinston Salisbury Statesville Winston Salem Henderson and others amid threatening weather.
Severe storms Friday through Sunday cause landslides in Brahsy mountains Little River township. Lonas Russell home swept away three children drowned oldest about 10 years old. Russell couple and one child saved. Bodies not recovered after searches. Kerry mill and a bridge nearby washed away.
Southern Railway begins rebuilding the Catawba river bridge at Belmont after a bridge failure on the main line. A 500 man force started work, with 16 carloads of material arriving the previous night. Trains expected to pass on Sunday.
The Gorfor Refining and Smelting company of Virginia is listed on the blacklist under the trading with the enemy act announced in the Official Gazette alongside other firms and individuals.
European Russia is said to have thirteen million horsepower in undeveloped water power. During a Hartford home wiring drive, 1,550 houses were wired for electricity.
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