Peace terms and American war effort dominate High Point commentary
The piece argues for no immediate peace with Germany, urging continued U.S. military buildup and international guarantees. It cites Allied stalemate, the need for a strong American army in Europe, and warns against treasonous calls for peace. It also calls for more Red Cross comfort bags for Company M training bound for Greenville and praises local women’s support.
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The Harvest by Ruth Wright Kauffman
A poem urging collective resilience as women’s tears are planted like seeds to grow courage and deeds. It calls for nurturing love and pity to yield power and a harvest of strength for those awaiting husbands and sons from ranches and cities.
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Ruth Wright Kauffman
Russian Guards Corps Retreat Unpressed by the Enemy
Petrograd July 26 The Russian guards corps defending Tarnopol retreated unpressed by the enemy official statement from the general headquarters last night But Probrajensky and Semenosky regiments remained faithful and fought southeast of Tarnopol In Stanislau streets there were stubborn bayonet engagements as the populace hurled grenades at retreating troops The piece ends with unrelated contemporary advertisements for Hayworth mineral water and remedies from Mann Drug Co.
Mixing Politics and Religion in a German Theological Weekly
A critical look at Der Friedensbote, a religious weekly from St. Louis, noting its front page texts, sermons, and world news section. The piece accuses the paper of pro German propaganda, citing Naumann and book ads for German war effort, and warns against religious papers being used for secular ends. It urges presses like Der Friedensbote to stay out of politics.
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Messenger of Peace
Friedensbote
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Friedrich Naumann
Germany
Kidney Pills Promote Relief Says Mrs Humsucke
Irena from rheumatism kidney and bladder trouble and dizziness nearly fell over but Foley Kidney Pills brought complete relief. Disordered kidneys caused pains inside and back sore muscles awakened joints and a tired languid feeling. Mann Drug Co.
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Chitto
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Guilford County Sealed Bids for Greensboro Courthouse Project
Proposals for construction heating plumbing elevator and jail equipment for a Greensboro courthouse and jail are due by 10 am August 21 1917. Bids require a certified check of at least one percent, a $25 deposit, and drawings and specs from architect Harry Barton Greensboro. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Dated July 20 1917. W C Boren Chairman.
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Greensboro
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Notice to Bidders for Elm Street School Finishing Work
City of High Point invites bids until July 24 for inside finishing of four rooms including flooring and plastering. Separate bids requested for heating plumbing and wiring. Specifications available at the city manager’s office. The city may reject any or all bids. T. J. Murphy City Manager July 18, 1917.
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High Point
Elm Street
T. J. Murphy
City Transfer Co Hauling Promises Competent Service
The City Transfer Co. hires competent men and assures customers the best service. No job is too large for them to move and if you hire their hauling it will be done right.
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Righ City Trans Co
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