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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1920
Page
4
A columnist notes that a man using a newspaper column to deny candidacy signals ambition rather than neutrality. The discussion questions Mr. Hoover’s party, while asserting he is not neutral. The piece contrasts Reds turning blue with America rejecting idealistic remarks about water power.
Local report notes manufacturers seek to flood the area with homes as Winston-Salem contemplates a steady fire safety policy. A marriage notice notes Meshaw versus Woodward in the exchange. miners await a 25 percent wage boost the public is obliged to fund per commission findings.
A reader asks if Mr. Bryan would meet Mr. Bryan's specs and hints at upcoming work by R. L. Davis, superintendent of the North Carolina Anti-Saloon League. The note invites interest in a road between High Point and Winston-Salem and suggests silence if not interested.
The International Paper Company, a major newsprint producer, reports a profit rise of a little over four hundred percent for the last year. The column also asks a pointed question about where Attorney General Palmer is located or engaged currently.
The chamber reports a lively meeting last night and endorses hiring a secretary at once. The group argues cities cannot operate effectively without an active chamber of commerce.
The passage notes that people may drink cod liver oil until they accept it and that locals have studied ornamented garbage cans until they grow accustomed to them. The remark contrasts gradual adaptation in everyday life with a humorous view of local customs.
The piece notes limited aquency in High Point and suggests the city council might scrounge loose coppers to buy street name plates. It also jokes about Clemson students avoiding chores, implying potential unrest if women gain control.
The text claims Attorney General Palmer aimed for a presidential win on a wave of popularity from reducing living costs. It also mentions a Sinn Fein ticket idea for a Constable at Yapp's Cross reeds and references postwar actions by the War Department. Curtis Aircraft sold planes after the armistice at prices ranging from 2,750 to 9,000 dollars despite many veterans seeking aircraft.
The piece argues for a thorough campaign to create both YMCA and YWCA in High Point. It stresses extensive public outreach to prove need, secure funds, and avoid premature action, citing Asheville’s YWCA growth as a model and urging civic alignment with churches and women’s groups. It also weighs voter conduct and democratic suffrage.
The piece contrasts Senators Lodge and Borah as nullifiers and President Wilson’s stance against reservations, delaying treaty ratification and US entry into the League of Nations. It argues for common ground in upholding the Constitution to align the executive and Senate.
An enthusiastic suffragist argues that voting rights require informed citizenship not just support for Mrs. Sharpe. The editor reflects on Mrs. Fairbrother's appeal and notes personal decision to vote for Mr. Brooks, citing his competence and Democratic stance.
Rt. Rev. Joseph Schrembs, sponsor of a plan to unite nine thousand Catholic women groups into a single nationwide association, has served as Toledo bishop since the diocese’s 1912 creation. Born in Ratisbon Bavaria fifty four years ago, he came to America in 1877 and pursued studies at St. Vincent Archabbey. He taught in Louisville, studied theology in Montreal, served in Saginaw and Bay City, became Grand Rapids vicar general in 1901, then auxiliary bishop and finally Toledo bishop in 1907.
Today’s anniversaries mark Dr. Thomas Arne born in London. Lady Hester Stanhope born 1776. Sir Alexander Mackenzie died in Scotland. Don Enrique de Bourbon killed in a duel. Henry Bergh founder of the ASPCA. Bloemfontein occupation in 1800. Mrs. Russell Sage founded the Sage Foundation in 1907. and a 1918 Maryland proh ibition bill defeat.
Sir Alexander Mackenzie’s death centenary is noted today. Chief Justice White marks his 26th year on the US Supreme Court. Pershing to be guest at Washington reception. Gen Leonard Wood to meet Indiana Republicans in Indianapolis. Maine leaders to dine in NYC for statehood centennial. League of Nations to study Russia via inter allied commission in Paris.
The U. O. C. held a meeting electing officers. Discussion included protests over a rail right of way practice, potential resolutions to the Southern Railway, and possible appeal to Raleigh’s corporation commission if unsatisfied. Members urged raising chamber dues to fund better treasury results.
If the electricity now generated annually in the United States were used in a single nitrogen lamp, its brilliancy would nearly equal the sun. This comparison highlights the scale of national power output and the extraordinary potential of high intensity lighting.
The nitrate of lime factory at Ijukan Norway is claimed to be the largest power station in the world with a daily production capacity of 200000 kilograms of nitrate.
New York report details a shooting on Mulberry Street near Kenmare where five shots killed Lena Spinelli and mortally wounded Josephine Gentile as bystander Margaret Montana watched. The injured shooter Giuseppe de Cesaro was hospitalized. police pursue Salvatore Guerriero as a possible accomplice.
Today's births honor Egerton Castle born in London 62 years ago. Joseph S Frelinghuysen born in Raritan New Jersey 51 years ago. George Y Bliss born in Shelburne Vermont 56 years ago, all commemorated in today’s item.
A wife endures torment as Crittenden, her husband, escalates cruelty. She counters by secretly riding and hiding her saddle and bridle, foiling his attempts to control her. His anger grows as his plots widen and his mental stability appears to falter.
Kathleen Fox describes a tense relationship with Crittenden marked by temper, threats, and restrictions on her liberty. She recalls rare civility, forced outings for appearances, and a sinking marriage likened to a derelict ship, with her clinging to him as captain.
One year ago today in Cleveland, socialist leader Eugene V. Debs delivered a farewell address before starting a 10 year sentence for Espionage act violations. He referred to Lenine and Trotzky as the foremost statesmen of the age.
J Elwood Cox narrowly escaped serious harm when his car rolled at a curve three miles from town. Bystanders freed him from the wreckage and he drove to Greensboro in another vehicle despite a damaged top and windshield. Cox suffered only minor bruises.
American exporters faced religious prejudice in India as soaps using animal fats were banned. They overcame the hurdle by printing wrappers to show products were made entirely from vegetable oils, enabling sales.
Loyal Order of Moose members from nearly every city in North Carolina gather in Greensboro for the Tar Heel Legion meeting. J H McCauley of Richmond presides as the Legion seeks full organization with guidance to delegates. about 150 to 200 are expected, including High Point Moose members. Ewell A Russell born in Albany Mississippi 31 years ago today.
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