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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1923
Page
5
A squib of light verse and wry observations spans topics from trade restraint and vague subsidies to birth rates and pirates. It jokes about politicians, clergymen, and common misstatements while noting social foibles and playful word twists.
The Enterprise notes that a suitable YMCA building is a key requirement for High Point and expresses confidence the project will be completed without undue delay.
Report notes the city begins piling bearings for a $250 000 M C A campaign with a signal expected to launch the drive.
City council members plan an adequate incinerator as a step toward municipal improvement that many similarly sized cities neglect.
Sam Gompers shows impatience with physicians and nurses in keeping him away from his deck, signaling his willingness to contribute to the world’s work, a trait not always associated with the group leader.
British press predicts quick peace in the Ruhr as French occupation is described as an economic blunder and a signal they may depart soon. The reports imply imminent settlement and possible quick withdrawal by French forces.
The Winston-Salem Journal notes Rockefeller purchased 1.1 million dollars worth of Gothic tapestry as a signal of steady foreign finance for a while. The piece adds a cautious note, hoping this does not confirm fears gasoline costs will rise to one dollar per gallon.
Prof Carleton Gregory of Washington argues that daily and weekly papers educate readers by exposing them to diverse topics. A single issue can cover law church politics crime religion science finance art and inspiration with headlines on corncobs gas prints from cows juror divorces jewelry misplacement and salary boosts.
The piece argues a police blunder in Greensboro exposes broader issues of police efficiency and public relations. It condemns mistaking gossip for evidence, applauds limited humane treatment by some officers, and calls for a full department overhaul rather than a narrow inquiry.
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday shows rain in the South Atlantic and East Gulf states at the start and midweek with mainly fair conditions in southern Florida. Ohio Valley and Tennessee expect considerable cloudiness with rain or snow midweek and again at week’s end. temperatures near normal.
Charleston March 18 Colonel Alvin M. Owsley national commander of the American Legion and Dr Kate Waley Barrett national president of the American Legion Auxiliary dedicated an Avenue of Palms in front of the Citadel honoring World War veterans of Charleston County. Owsley left for Savannah shortly after the exercises Barrett will depart tonight for Savannah.
An explosion at the home of William Smith in Fairfax Oklahoma on March 10 killed two women and seriously injured a man. Police and investigators labeled the event mysterious as the house was wrecked and a search for clues began at the scene.
Veteran Farriss Printing Company will relocate next week from Main Street near Wachovia Bank to the building previously occupied by J E Perryman groceries one block north. The move involves ten large machines and extensive modern equipment as remodeling nears completion. Mr Farriss has run the business for 32 years and remains the only North Main street printer in the same line and location since founding. The new shop will be up to date in every detail with walls floors ceilings repainted and wiring updated.
Fire Rev. Dr Miller of Japan will visit the city Sunday and address Emmanuel Lutheran Church at 7 30 p m. For fifteen years he has served as a missionary and will discuss church work in Japan. In the pastor absence Rev M L Conrad will lead a morning service and speak to students at North Carolina College Mount Pleasant.
Earthquakes measured around 1000 miles offshore on the Pacific coast were recorded by the national observatory yesterday as residents in San Jos and Costa Rica noted the tremors.
Salusbury March 16. “Mutt” Lawing is held under $200 bond to answer at the May term of superior court on charges of contempt of court for alleged threats to beat Rev. D. P. Grant, a witness in the O. G. Thomas case tried here recently.
New York March 10 Negotiations to acquire the Porto Rican American Tobacco company by the Tobacco Products corporation are underway Details of the proposed merger will be disclosed after the Porto Rican American company meeting next Monday.
World War veteran Sergeant Patrick Thomas Howard Tressler, famed for a 18 300 mile hike across multiple continents, credits endless walking with restoring his health. He carries 90 to 110 pounds daily, claims lungs healed, and has gained 30 pounds while reshaping his chest. A pet coon named Pat accompanies him, adding charm and danger along the way.
Moore's Bookstore will relocate after April 1 to the Stanton Grayson Sherrod building on North Main near the Atlantic Bank. The expanded space in the former Harness and Electric Company quarters will allow a larger display. Renovations are underway and occupancy is planned for early next month. the store has a long history in High Point beginning with Mrs. Betty Clark over 35 years ago.
The W. F. Tise property near North Main Street car line will be offered by Guy D. Grimes and Alston Clark of United Realty Auction Company. The sale is scheduled for Saturday at 2 PM on Homestead Avenue new street in developing suburban area along the highway to Winston-Salem.
In Richmond Virginia a third case of sleeping sickness was reported to the city health department. A nine year old boy is the case. A 15 year old boy died yesterday and a 26 year old woman is in serious condition today. Dr C C Hudson appeals to physicians for cooperation to prevent an epidemic.
HOSEN March 10. Shortage of policemen leaves city facing a rising criminal count. French authorities removed 500 suspects from the Vereinshaus hotel and nearby buildings last night. Firemen on duty helped keep crowds back during the operation.
New York dispatch reports the Chilean state railways placing an order for 25 Mikado type locomotives with Baldwin Locomotive Works. Construction to start immediately.
A special committee report led the council to approve immediate purchase of an incinerator to serve Prospect road and establish a city wide refuse collection. J C Hussey will oversee sanitation with Drs Grayson and McAnally presenting the plan after inspecting Greensboro’s facility.
In Charlotte on March 10 Judge B F Long overruled a defense motion for non suit in the Citizens Hotel company suit against E D Latta over a failed $50,000 stock subscription. Latta testified as the defense’s first witness in superior court yesterday.
Andre Tarisbot, French minister of war, arrived in Essen for a conference with General De Goutte on the Ruhr situation. He will tour posts where troops are stationed to assess the deployment.
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