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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1922
Page
1
In Chicago on Tuesday railroad executives and strike leaders met separately to discuss President Harding's peace plan for the shopmen strike. A. O. Wharton warned that either side resisting proposals could extend the walkout, while labor officials signaled the plan would gain approval only after a clash over restoring seniority rights for strikers.
Washington officials announce a new federal coal distribution program led by Henry S. Spener to supply coal to industries where needed while keeping mine prices fair. State agencies will oversee within borders and maintain railroad and interstate utility supply during the transition.
Washington July 31 President Harding received assurances from railway leaders and shopmen head B M Jewell that they support his proposed settlement of the strike. The assurances form the basis for hoped arbitration success. Jewell is to endorse the proposal in Chicago, while Cuyler and Atterbury anticipate backing from railway heads in New York.
Philadelphia July 31 Dewitt Cuyler head of the Railway Executive organization said today that it was not true that railroad employees had given assurance to support President Harding's proposal.
Copies of the agreement entered into by the Southern Railway system board and officials have reached local clerks who deem it unsatisfactory. They note a cut of three to four cents an hour and claim Southern clerks earn less than peers in the South. Some expect notice of potential changes within 30 days. The contract, they say, fails to support clerks and their families.
Mr. Cuyler said there has been no commitment of any kind and that the understanding to await the president's proposal had not been received. The remarks suggest no immediate move to end the strike.
Ben W. Hooper chairman of the labor board met President Harding in Washington to discuss the strike situation and settlement plans. He said a rehearing of the wage dispute would be granted promptly if the proposal is accepted, with details not yet disclosed by either executives or union leaders.
Cairo July 5 report steady progress in establishing the Niger River Valley cotton experiment station in West Africa under French colonial authorities. Dr. Herbert H. Forbes will report on irrigation plans while the French Consortium funds installations. Early crops expected in 1922-23 with a 1923-24 seed stock goal.
Special to The Enterprise Saxtsville. Mrs. E R McAuley of Bethany township was injured when her husband, in a broom wielding defense of a burglar, struck her during a nighttime disturbance. She awoke in an adjoining room and identified herself after the blows began.
In Missouri the primary campaign ends with Senator James A. Reed and challenger Breckenridge Long in a tight race. Supporters held speeches as clubs form across the state, including anti saloon league and Wilson Democrats backing Long, while Reed clubs promote Reed defender of the people’s rights.
The Executive Committee of the North met at the Sanatorium to arrange the early October conference. Goldsboro Chamber of Commerce will host sessions. L B McBrayer named sociology chairman, C L Minor chairs medical section, J W Dickie named medical vice chairman. Charlotte president presides over seal sale, Hendersonville vice president leads health crusade.
A final examination for appointing second lieutenants in the regular army will be held the week beginning September 4 1922. Open to all eligibles across infantry cavalry field artillery air service and other branches. Applicants must submit forms from designated military authorities and meet eligibility conditions by contacting the War Department or local officers.
A damaged report notes an excavation ending unexpectedly with a hill sliding toward a building. Workers planned a safe demolition of a four story apartment, with debris causing injuries. The operation spanned three days and involved dynamite detonation.
High Point’s firemen returned from Morehead City with a world record in the motorized hose race and praise from all of North Carolina. The team of Claude Culler captain and crew swept events, also placing third in reel and 100-yard foot races, while Chief Horney led support. About 1300 firefighters attended. High Point delegates included W. L Heplr Jones Burns J R Long J A Davis William Hayworth and T W Stoner.
Privates Harry Logan of Logan Fort Indiana and Langston of Auburn New York were killed at Ehrenbeinste in Germany when a machine gun truck skid into a telephone pole and overturned. Logan died within minutes. Langston survived several hours.
The Carolina Tuberculosis association accepted Goldsboro chamber of commerce invitation to hold its annual convention there in October. Many matters of importance are expected to be discussed during the gathering.
Sandusky Ohio July 31 The plant of the Sandusky Packing Co. was destroyed by a fire of unknown origin causing an estimated loss of 85000 dollars. The fire was reported early and is under investigation by local authorities.
Three incidents Sunday near Asheville left two dead and four injured. A 16 year old white boy drowned after 80 minutes submerged near Riverside Park. A car went over a south Crudger bridge embankment killing a man named Gibson and injuring three others, all intoxicated. A man named John Henry Johnson lost both legs after stepping in front of a Knoxville train.
M. W. Beach visits his parents in Boone traveling by automobile.
Rumbles from Charlotte and elsewhere claim James F. Barrett of Asheville will not seek a second term as head of the State Federation of Labor. The Aug 14-16 Wrightsville Beach convention will choose a new president, with Caldwell Moody or Rev Tom Jimison among likely rivals.
Mrs T Rickett head of infancy and maternity at the state health board will address the Summer school of Rowan and Davie counties in Salisbury on August 4. The event focuses on public health and maternal care.
The Cherokee Times of Gaffney announces a new publication schedule starting in August. The paper will appear twice weekly and is anticipated to bring notable prospects for local news coverage.
United States Senator James A. Reed tells Missouri audiences he opposed Wilson, while Breckinridge Long accuses Reed of being read out by the 1920 party convention. Long backs the dry vote and anti liquor faction. Reed emphasizes constituent wishes as the August 1 primary nears. Robert Young runs but trails in activity.
In New York on July 21 futures opened steady with October at 21.25 and May at 20.95. Early trading shows declines of 10 to 14 points tied to liquidations, with prices drifting 20 to 24 points lower for some contracts as traders react to the day’s news.
The readable bits show a fragmented historical snippet mentioning a university, pastors, and a mansion. No coherent event or names provide a clear news item to summarize into a proper headline and summary.
In a recent meeting of court executives, a plan was approved to retain a number of clerks to carry on the work of named officials including Rowan and Davideau. A 4500 dollar provision for wine is noted, with details unclear.
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