Topics of the Day overview in 1920s editorials
A collection of editorial quips criticizes price fixing by some as misaligned with the Weather Bureau. It notes debates in Congress over new currency coins and warns of proposed cost hikes. Also referenced are railway fare issues, a cave phrase, a school-book shortage, and public concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weather Bureau
Philadelphia Evening Public Ledger
Congress
Indianapolis Star
Columbia Record
Sherman Democrat
Indianapolis News
Danville Fire Ban Questioned Amid Labor Strike Debate
A reader asks why Danville bans fires but allows a strike. The note suggests Mr. Wilson consider writing brief comments on the Adriatic situation.
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Danville
Mr. Wilson
Adriatic
Unclear lines reflect wartime and political chatter
The excerpt sketches unsettled wartime issues with allies debating responses to American massacres while Turks decide actions. It also mentions accusations against Mary Ann Butler, Governor Bickett expected to comment on a revaluation act, a question about a girl with smelling salts, and caution about visiting Portugal amid a revolution.
Allies Permit Germany to Raise Loan Sparks Debate
The article notes that allies allow Germany to raise a loan while commentators warn the move may complicate efforts to secure comparable loans elsewhere. The piece contrasts permission with practical fundraising challenges.
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Germany
Durham Sun Declares Alignment With Local Party
The Durham Sun proclaims itself a party organ, signaling a shift in editorial stance and offering support to a specific local political group. Critics warn this could undermine independent reporting and objectivity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durham Sun
Backroad Plans and Bustling Vibes From A Curious Column
A quirky column riffs on Attorney General Palmer probes and high prices. It notes a proposed road between High Point and Winston Salem gaining favor among locals and tourists to see New York by a two story bus while recalling a NYC selling trick and a tale about a reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Winston-Salem
Winston- Salem
New York
Real Causes and War-Era Spending in Postwar America
The piece argues the government still operates on a wartime footing a year and a half after conflict ended. It warns of rising costs, high taxes, and persistent unrest until treaty ratification and a shift to peacetime spending. It critiques Congress for delay and suggests peace and fiscal restraint will lower living costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Washington
Question of Co operation
The Enterprise stresses local news value and public responsibility while noting cooperation from local business people. It cites difficulties when promoters withhold information and praises those who share timely industrial news, benefiting High Point locally and beyond.
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High Point
Why Wear Collars At All
The Raleigh Times notes Hinen collars priced at 35 cents and asks why collars are worn. It highlights concealment of Adam’s apples as a practical reason, framing the question in a light, observational tone.
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Raleigh Times
Adam
Anniversaries and historic milestones listed for notable figures
A compiled digest: Elizabeth Barrett Browning born in Durham 1806 died in Florence 1861. 1836 Alamo massacre by Santa Ana. 1845 Cave Johnson named postmaster general. 187? Dred Scott decision. 1888 Louisa May Alcott born 1832. 1904 Bible Society centennial at St Paul’s Cathedral. 1919 NYSE seat sold for 72000.
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Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Durham
England
Florence
Italy
Alamo
Santa Ana
Cave Johnson
Tennessee
United States
Supreme Court of the United States
Dred Scott Cage
Lounisa May Alcott
Boston
Germantown
British and Foreign Bible Society
St. Paul’s Cathedral
New York Stock Exchange
The Pessimist An Unpopular Song
A satirical verse criticizing rising prices and economic hardship. It contrasts a tombstone scene with labor struggles and urges people to raise prices to mend the country. The author Roy K. Moulton uses dark humor to comment on inflation and social outlook.
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Louie
Roy K. Moulton
Hunt as U S minister nominee for Siam
George W. P. Hunt has been nominated as minister to Siam. The Missouri native moved to Arizona as a youth, held political roles in the territory, helped draft the state constitution, and became its first governor under the new government. He is noted for humanitarian views on penology and industrial management and for opposing capital punishment as president of the Anti Capital Punishment Association.
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George W. P. Hunt
United States
Siam
Missouri
Arizona
Anti-Capital Punishment Association of the
Today’s commemorations and exhibitions across the nation
The report notes Horatio G. Wright's birth centennial and Missouri statehood efforts from a century ago. It previews the Manufacturers' Aircraft Association aeronautical show in New York and the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock show in Fort Worth. It also covers a joint conference of anthracite coal operators and the United Mine Workers in New York to discuss a wage proposal set for April 1.
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Horatio G. Wright
Washington
Missouri
Manufacturers’ Aircraft Association
New York City
Yrort Worth
Texas
United Mine Workers
Birthdays of notable figures marked by anniversaries
Today marks anniversaries for Duke of Hamilton premier peer of Scotland and keeper of Holyrood Palace born 58 years ago. Charles Pargler first commissioner and ambassador to the United States for the Czecho Slovak republic born in Bohemia 58 years ago. Homer L Ferguson president of the chamber of commerce born in Waynesboro North Carolina 47 years ago. Ring W Lardner humor writer born in Nile Michigan 35 years ago. Fredrick C Hicks congressman from Westbury New York born 48 years ago.
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Duke of Hamilton
Scotland
Holyrood Palace
Charles Pargler
United States
Czecho- Slovak Republic
Bohemia
Homer L. Ferguson
Chamber of Ecommerce
Waynesboro
N. C
Ring W. Lardner
Nile
Michigan
Fredrick C. Hicks
New York
Westbury
N. Y
Edward De Valera elected president a year ago
A year ago today Edward De Valera became president of the Irish Republic. The American born duchess of Marlborough won a seat on the London County Council.
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Edward de Valera
Duchess of Marlborough
London County Council
Sleeping sickness germ isolated by Italian scientist
In Bologna Italy Professor Arnaldo Maggiori of the Institute of Hygiene reports the sleeping sickness germ has been isolated and a serum is being prepared to combat the disease. The sleeping sickness germ has long been elusive to bacteriology scholars.
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Bologna
Italy
Arnaldo Maggiori
Institute of Hygiene
Furniture Council Delegates Visit High Point For Smokers And Tours
Delegates from the National Council of Furniture Associations, closing a three day Greensboro session, toured High Point factories and attended a smoker at the Commercial club. Fred N. Tate welcomed guests from High Point. George Whitworth and Benjamin Bosse spoke on industry topics. Cc. F. Tomlinson chaired sessions. next quarterly meetings may be in Grand Rapids or Chicago.
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National Council of Furniture Associations
Greensboro
High Point
Commercial Club
Fred N. Tate
George Whitworth
Grand Rapids
Mich
Cc. F. Tomlinson
High Point Furniture
Gate City
Chicago
Billions Spent on U S Wartime Aviation
Washington March 6 The house spent four hours discussing wartime aviation reports from a committee inquiry. Lawmakers split on achievements but agreed the United States invested more than 1 000 606 000 dollars in the aviation program. Censure and praise were directed at figures such as Secretary Baker and John D Ryan.
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Washington
America
House
United States
Baker
John D Ryan
Air Service
Hampton questions Rainey on agriculture committee appointment
Geo P. Hampton, managing director of the farmer's national council, released a letter to Congressmen Mondell and Kitchen questioning why Representative Rainey of Illinois was named to the house committee on agriculture. The message argues Rainey has acted as a defender or advocate for packers.
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Washington
Geo P. Hampton
Farmer's National Council
Mondell and Kitchen
Representative Rainey
Illinois
House
Taming My Husband Betty Crittenden Dinner Plot Unfolds
Betty and Jack spar over money while Crittenden watches, then the trio share a dinner as Betty's restraint and wit win respect. Crittenden grows more drawn to Betty, and Jack sees hope for their pairing. Mrs. Lloyd George is now a justice of the peace.
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Crittenden
Jack
Betty
Dir. Hayes
Mrs. Lloyd George
High Point Faces Acute House Shortage in Rent Market
The High Point chamber reports a severe shortage of rental housing as six hopeful residents were forced to move elsewhere today. Builders rush in new enterprises but housing lags, with landlords charging high rents and little vacant stock.
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High Point
Chamber of Commerce
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Miss Alyss
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Portugal
Palmer
Dom McIntyre
Star
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Ute
Wilson
Paris
Senate
Fied
Ence
Times
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Enterprise
Je. Ay
Prof A Magg
Orpa
Hampton
Sattertie
State of Ghia
Toledo
Lucas County
S. Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Cheney
W. Gleason
Hall
F. J. Cheney &O
Ohia
Bank of Commerce
E. Kearns
J. H. Adams
A. M. Rankin
H. N. Newbold
G. A. Pollock
A. M. Richardson
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