No Business in a Place with Fine Climate for Work
A speaker argues that disgruntlement from workers comes from country leaders promoting comfort and city golfers. He urges finding a region with good climate where business activity is absent.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1921
Page
4
April Showers May Bring Flowers If Cold Snap Lingers
A playful weather note warns that April showers could yield May flowers unless a persistent cold snap delays spring and keeps temperatures low.
Dresden Uprising Paralleled to a Bull in a China Shop
A terse comparison frames the communist effort in Dresden as disruptive and reckless, likening its impact to a bull trampling fragile china. The remark suggests strong opposition and concern about the upheaval’s consequences.
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Dresden
Former Emperor Charles Believes Gift Is Won By Asking
The statement suggests Charles favors a strategy of requesting what he wants as a path to obtain it. It frames his approach as a direct appeal rather than coercion.
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Charles
Repeal of Arkansas anti cigarette law noted
The arkansas repeal of the cigarette law is reported with a cautious tone as March proves predictable and weather forecasts extend to a week. The High Point Buffalo game at Welch field is mentioned with the weatherman predicting conditions.
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Welch Field
Names of War Slackers Released to Legion Posts
The article notes that war slackers will have their names released to American Legion posts, promising readers further details on who is named and where the notices will be posted.
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American Legion
Russia seeks returning intellectuals amid exile exodus
The piece notes Russia's acknowledgment of needing its emigrant intellectuals and questions whether those thinkers can be persuaded to see value in returning home. It discusses voices both for and against repatriation and the broader political and cultural implications.
Coxey Reflects After 27 Years In Washington
General Coxey after 27 years to think it over may reflect that he accomplished about as much as anyone who takes a problem to Washington.
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Coxey
Washington
United States Exports Swiss Cheese to Switzerland
The United States exports Swiss cheese to Switzerland and spa ghetti to Italy and claims a final achievement in exports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Switzerland
Italy
Backing for German Revolt Crumbles Amid Uncertain Survival
The headline notes the core of the communist insurgency in Germany has fractured and questions whether the beleaguered leadership can endure the collapse of support and momentum.
Milk intake climbs twofold since earlier generations
Statistics indicate the average American drank 44 gallons of milk last year, doubling from a few generations ago. Researchers link higher dairy consumption to trends like increased double chins.
Ancient city unearthed near Teotihuacan site found to be 100000 population
Archaeologists excavate a city near San Juan de Teotihuacan in Mexico revealing a settlement once home to about 100000 people. Researchers ponder long term fate as the site risks burial beneath shifting sands over millennia.
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San Juan de Teotihuacan
Mexico
Price of baseball bats doubles this year
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey announce no circus parade this summer. The town faces a tough year ahead for the boys as costs rise and events shrink.
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Ringling Brothers
Barnum and Bailey
A Rule for Happiness and a Call for Central War Command
The piece opens with a happiness rule about starting each day anew and avoiding yesterday's grudges within homes, citing a middle aged couple whose daily clean slate keeps their marriage cheer. It shifts to wartime planning arguing for unified command of army navy and air service under one head to avoid wasteful public spending and improve future campaigns.
John Burroughs dies leaving a national love of nature
The essay honors John Burroughs as America’s premier nature authority who unified scientific study with joyful living. It notes his death ends a rare quartet of explorers, contrasting Burroughs with Firestone Ford Edison and stressing his enduring legacy through his writings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Burroughs
America
Walt Whitman
Luther Burbank
Fabre
Burroughs
Henry Ford
Thomas A. Edison
H. S. Firestone
Firestone
Ford
Edison
Unified Defense Command Proposed By Moseley
Brig. General George Van Horn Moseley urges merging the army navy air service and munitions under one secretary to improve efficiency and cut costs. He argues the president cannot oversee all defense needs alone and a single coordinator should allocate funds and direct development across services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harding
Navy
War Departments
General Pershing
France
George van Horn Moseley
Army
Air Service
General Moseley
Congress
Legion Meeting Tonight at Andrew Jackson Post
An important meeting of members of the Andrew Jackson post of the American Legion will be held tonight at 7:30 at post headquarters. Each legion man is requested to make a special effort to be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Jackson Post
The
American Legion
Legion
High Point Citizens Move To Fund Methodist Protestant College
High Point business leaders plan a $100000 drive to back a proposed Methodist Protestant college in the Furniture City. Twenty subscribers aim for $20000 and report progress at a canvass meeting. if funds fall short they will cover the shortfall themselves. Tonight’s chamber of commerce gathering will reveal results as Greensboro High Point or Burlington vie to host the college.
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High Point
Furniture City
Chamber of Commerce
Methodist Protestant Church
Greensboro
High Peoint
Burlington
Gate City
Ollege
Alamance
National veteran aid measures target special session program
The national legislative committee outlines bills to be revived for the April special session called by President Harding. Key items include the fourfold adjusted compensation bill, Watson and Fess-Keaven measures, veterans agency consolidation, and vocational education board expansion. The group plans to press for enactment, stressing welfare for the disabled and favorable convention endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Legislative Committee
Ameican
Congress
Harding
House
Senate
Fordney
McCumber
Watson
Representative Sweet
Iowa
Federal Board For Vocational Education
Stevenson
John Thomas Taylor
Legislative Committee
Legion
Charity officials praise locals for gifts to Associated Charities
Officials of the Associated Charities thank citizens for 180 and 190 gifts from unnamed groups and the High Point Elks after local fund presentations. The piece notes steady, active charity work amid slow fund intake and frequent city calls. It also recounts historical commentary on Ireland and British policy from a long commission report.
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Associated Charites
Iso
High Point Elks
Associated Charities
High Point to Host State Wide High School Debates
Debates draw strong interest as High Point high school plans two teams to compete in the statewide triangular event. The local affirmative team Willie Rohbenwitz and Frank Cauble debated Gate City high in Keenboro, a practice contest praised by onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Peoint High School
North Carolina
High Point
Keensboro
Gate City High School
Willie Rohbenwitz
Frank Cauble
Greensboro High School
Russell Street
Walter Crisman
Charles McAnally
Allan Stainback
James Hendrix
Greensboro
A Day for Wise Men on April Fools Day Reflections
The piece muses on April 1 as the long standing arena for foolish pranks and ponders a day for wisdom. It recalls Robert Surtees who forged antiquities for Sir Walter Scott and notes notable births like William Harvey. It ends with a historical aside about London's hackney coach origins.
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Tommorrow
England
Eve
Robert Surtees
Sir Walter Scott
Scott
Surtees
William Harvey
London
Publication of draft evaders lists pushed by new secretary
The new secretary of war has ordered publication of draft evaders lists after delays. Veterans groups will review towns for accuracy and urge removal of innocent names while ensuring Slackers face punishment. Few mistakes expected, corrected within 24 hours, but guilty evaders face public shame and legal penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Weeks
Tailer
Veterans’ Organizations
Swiss officer lauds U.S. Rhine forces as world’s most modern
Col. Schalpbach of the Swiss army praises United States troops on the Rhine for their up to date army status. He commends the efficiency discipline organization and overall military fitness of the American forces stationed there.
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Berne
Switzerland
Col. Schalpbach
United States
Rhine
Schalpbach
Street fashion norms drawn by Mary Pickford remark
Mary Pickford condemns street attire at the afternoon shopping district parade calling it a disgrace while urging avoidance of cobweb silk hosiery short dresses high-heeled shoes and low-necked waists.
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Mary Pickford
Roosevelt’s call for a strong navy to protect homeland and citizens
Theodore Roosevelt, then assistant secretary of the navy, urged building an ample navy to defend the United States and every American citizen wherever they may be. The remark emphasizes national defense and global reach.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Secretary of the Navy
Seasonal shopping could cut family food costs says official
Burton F Browne deputy commissioner of the Michigan Food and Drug department urges housewives to buy food in season to save about half compared with hothouse grown or milled fed goods. He notes seasonal produce lowers prices and supports local agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton F. Browne
Michigan Food and Drug Department
Clara Smith Hamon’s Father Prefers Faith Over Wealth
J. L. R. Smith expresses to Clara Smith Hamon that he would rather she join the church and lead a Christian life than possess immense riches. He emphasizes spiritual guidance over material wealth.
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Clara
J. L. R. Smith
Clara Smith Hamon
Legion vows steady stance on Berg doll issue
Colonel Frank W. Galbraith, national head of the American Legion, declares the organization will never let up on the Grover Cleveland Berg doll matter. The remark underscores ongoing Legion pressure and public attention surrounding the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Grover Cleveland Bergdoll
Frank W. Galbraith
Debs Release Urged by Senator Joseph in France Visit
A remark during a France trip by Senator Joseph urged ending war zeal and backed releasing Debs as a key step, highlighting postwar reconciliation ideas. He spoke alongside Maryland officials noting political context.
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Debs
Joseph
France
Maryland
Japan’s Navy Expansion Sparks Global Alarm, Muto Says
Sanji Muto, president of the Japanese association of Trade, warns that Japan’s naval expansion could make it an enemy of the world if it continues the program. He stresses international repercussions and calls for restraint.
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Japan
Censorship of Moving Pictures Protest Opens Debate
A quotation from Motion Picture Exhibitors in New York condemns censorship of films as un-American and an insult to the intelligence of millions who enjoy motion pictures, equating film censorship with press censorship and urging defense of cinematic freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Navy designs 400 horsepower planes with nine Liberty engines
Lieut. Com. Robert A. Lavender notes in the wireless office on NC-3 that United States Navy engineers are designing aircraft powered by nine Liberty engines, each plane rated at about 400 horsepower. The statement reflects wartime aviation development and the push for more powerful naval aircraft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Navy
Robert A. Lavender
Divorce rates threaten Detroit’s future, judge warns
Detroit judge Harry J. Dingeman warns that a rising divorce rate could desolate the city in the next generation, comparing the potential impact to war damage in France. The remark underscored concerns about family stability and urban decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
France
Harry J. Dingeman
Excess profit tax proposal quoted by professor
Prof. David Friday of the University of Michigan backs an excess profit tax at 100 percent on the so called lucky few. He argues those who have profited greatly should pay more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof
David Friday
University of Michigan
Ireland’s Civil War of Terror Undermines British Rule
A recent public commission reports that British authority in Ireland has collapsed in much of the country as courts and local governments ignore London. It notes the Irish Republic has gained popular support, with taxes paid and courts respected, while Britain faces ongoing violence unless moral force prevails to end the terror.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
House of Lords
Duranh
Teries
Carson
Germany
Belfast
Dail Eirann
Dublin
Irish Republican Army
Great Britain
Sinn
Sinn Fein
Royal Irish Constabulary
Irish Republic
Anq
United States
Cardinal Gibbons
Keane
L. Hollingsworth Wood
New York
Frederick C. Howe
Jane Adams
Hull House
Chicago
James H. Maurer
American Federation of Labor of Pennsylvania
Oliver P. Newman
Board of Commissioners of the
District of Columbia
George W. Norris
Nebraska
Norman Thomas
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