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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1921
Page
6
The old time laborer Seth Tanner who once hauled a farmer's wagon onto a barn now asks eight dollars a day to help take it down. He arrives in a recognizable style and the remark about the final word hints at his blunt wit.
The text quips about not watering stock in High Point's new swimming pool and jokes about field controversy. It mentions a band stand paint nearing completion and hopes to be regaled by Dr Tesh and others, ending with a desire to see a good circus this time of year.
The YWCA explains the cafeteria plan in High Point as a community necessity for health and nourishment. It will open soon to test demand, with equipment costs in the budget funded by potential donor support and projected revenue to help finance other programs.
A newspaper note recalls a remark about Mexico not approaching civilization and reports three Mexicans injured in a baseball riot the other day.
The note recalls Col Harvey’s stance abroad while affirming continued American resolve with Bill Tilden in the same context. It emphasizes a contrast between military representation and sportsmanship as emblematic of national spirit.
The outcome hinges on the Pointers finishing in fourth by sundown to bolster High Point peace of mind. This read of the standings emphasizes the race for position and the late-day deadline.
The city proposes extending the streetcar line to the ball park and eliminating side tracks on the busiest block to improve traffic flow. Officials cite smoother transit and reduced congestion as the goals of the changes.
Plans announce the greatest furniture exposition to open in High Point North Carolina in a brief three weeks. The event is expected to attract buyers and makers seeking new designs and market trends.
Town leaders discuss when to erect a new public library to reflect the progressive spirit of High Point. The outline considers location timing and community impact as the project moves forward.
A local voice notes Greensboro could host next season at Guilford Ball Park amid speculation about a new pen nant location near Greens boro, though no final site is announced.
The text hints June remains young with no sign of becoming a snare or delusion. It notes it is premature to call him a senator, while Mr Bryan made a strategic move by changing his residence from Nebraska to Florida.
The incoming chief urges every resident to help enforce the law and curb the lawless element. He pledges to be a faithful and efficient officer as he assumes leadership of the city police department.
North Carolina cities consider tourist camps for summer auto travelers. Florida inspired tents. High Point on a major north south highway could attract visitors. Proponents say such a camp would reflect local hospitality and benefit the community.
High Point recently completed a bandstand but lacks a concert fund. The Elks' band, a municipal group, has funded instruments and uniforms, while local merchants supported its creation. A public concert fund of several thousand dollars is urged to sustain summer bands, compensate musicians, and keep concerts ongoing.
In New Jersey, Paul Godley at Adams and Morgan uses wireless telegra phy to read a home shopping message each night before work. The couple, moved from Upper Montclair to Cedar Grove, found a store distance away and use radio telegraphy to order groceries as he leaves for the plant.
The narrator visits a two story Beauty Show displaying myriad hair coloring and waving methods. An eye lashes booth by Nestle's draws crowds while a veteran hairdresser notes rising interest in artificial enhancements and compares women from different regions.
Confused report notes a dispute over displaying the Irish republic flag during a Memorial Day parade. Proponents clashed with opponents as organizers sought to settle the matter before the event.
A group of twelve New York and New Jersey factory workers will spend eight weeks at Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania this summer. They will live in Denbry Hall with donated furnishings, receive a free tabloid college education, and enjoy college recreation. Alumni are funding the scholarships and expenses. The trend mirrors broader efforts to democratize higher education for working women and contrasts with other social debates in New York. Mayor Fylan plans to stay in the city for the summer.
In Budapest a young merchant named Joseph Klein allegedly profited 1,000,000 crowns by speculating with his wife’s dowry after exchanging it into Hungarian currency. He later bought back the dowry for 10,000,000 crowns and sent wife and dowry to her father, prompting talk that exchange rates influence marriage prospects and gendered matches in the region.
Col Harvey in New Rose London June 1. Ambassador George Harvey announces a £25 prize for an essay on the United States constitution. Open to University of London undergraduates of ten years or less since enrollment.
W J McGlothlin president of Furman university said Greenville is one of four cities under consideration for the location of a proposed Baptist seminary. The other candidate cities listed were Richmond and Atlanta with one more unnamed.
Kansas farmers face about 75 million dollars in value losses from last year’s crops still in storage. Wheat on hand totals 25.85 million bushels with prices down about a dollar a bushel, corn 63.35 million bushels with price drops over 50 cents, and oats 23.93 million bushels down 33 1 3 cents. Secretary Mohler notes additional losses on other grains and cites railcar readiness as crucial to moving the surplus.
Dublin reports say Viscount Fitzalan as Viceroy did not secure cabinet backing for a withdrawal of the Black and Tans as a condition of his acceptance. Official quarters deny the claim though some expect changes in control. The force of about 1,500 ex officers remains under General Tudor and not likely to be disbanded.
Sir William Goode, head of Austria’s reparations section, says signs of internal improvement exist but no foreign loans will be available in the coming months. He notes better trade, rising wages, healthier people, and coal as a money issue, with imports on long credits and no quick relief credits.
An automobile driven by two men robbed the Millers and Traders bank in Minneapolis on June 1. Police pursued but details are unclear as the suspects fled with cash and a passenger named Susy.
W. L. Feaster resigns after eight months as office secretary of the chamber of commerce. He will leave July 1 to become assistant manager of the Ronnie Maxwell orphanage, a state Baptist institution in Greenwood.
Notice is given that the partnership of L L Jenkins and L Farlow known as Jenkins and Farlow has been dissolved by mutual consent with effect from May 8 1921. S L Jenkins will operate the business and L L Farlow disclaims debts contracted after May 26 1921. S L Jenkins agrees to pay partnership debts existing prior to May 26 1921. Signed May 27 1921 by S L Jenkins and L L Farlow.
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