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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1918
Page
4
A brief pricing note lists subscriptions at five dollars for three months and four dollars and twenty five cents for one week. An implied annualized or extended option is indicated by the figure 250, with a standalone 10 following.
A historical note marks the start of World War I with the Austrian ultimatum to Serbia on July 23 1914 and Germanys mobilization on July 28 1914. It lauds American entry and Uboats fears while praising General Fochs leadership and the Entente. It also covers High Point Humane Society efforts against animal cruelty and calls for citizen cooperation with authorities.
The article urges public support for animal welfare through the Humane Society and describes harsh penalties for unsubstantiated opinions toward animals. It notes the value of responsible driving and the practice of jacking up as a corrective measure, stressing community cooperation.
Freight shipments at local depots will switch to cash only under general order No. 25 by the director general of railways W G McAdoo, ending long standing credit authorities. The shift to cash is to be effective daily from August 1 as war conditions push business to cash transactions. The piece comments on prices for lubricating oils, the North Carolina Public Service Company’s street cars, and notes Allied forces moves in World War I with a mix of criticism and war humor.
The text quotes Woodrow Wilson urging governors law officers and all Americans to actively stamp out treason and uphold laws and national honor. He stresses unity, patriotic sacrifice, and obedience to U S laws as essential to liberty.
A recovered pellagra patient details seven years of decline and a rapid recovery after three Dreco bottles. He reports weight gain, restored appetite, and employment as foreman at 8.17 daily, with Dreco described as a mineral free herbal reconstructant available in drug stores.
Old crop prospects in the cotton market showed weakness today at the mart. July declined 45 points at the opening with further losses on later positions while October was notably weaker than other new crop contracts amid continued low spot market mood and withdrawals. Net breaks were reported in July by 75 points and in new crops by 12 to 32 points.
Announcement previews a coming event at the Rose theatre next Tuesday titled the original Million Dollar Mystery. The notice emphasizes anticipation and suggests a unique film experience for local audiences.
Purported medical ad claims advise drinking water daily between meals to flush kidneys and taking Anuric tablets to dissolve uric acid. It cites Dr. Pierce of Buffalo and features testimonials from Clifton Tennessee and Milton North Carolina praising backache and kidney relief.
C L Amos returned from Statesville with the Diamond Furniture company stock valued at about $25 000. He will ship the stock to High Point and offer it to the public at prices below manufacturers' cost. The purchase was acquired at a very low price.
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