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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1917

Page

7

Sermon on Stewardship Attracts Large Greensboro Audience

Rev C S Kirkpatrick of Greensboro claimed Genesis 4 9 as the text for a forceful revival sermon with Rev H H Robbins at South Main Street Methodist church. He urged vigilance for wandering children and responsibility for others, noting judgment and the church's duty to locate sinners. Evening services continue at 745.

C. S. Kirkpatrick Greensboro H. H. Robbins South Main Street Methodist Church Kirkpatrick Christ

Navigation Bureau Supplies War Vessels With Essential Gear

The Bureau of Navigation of the United States Navy provides maps charts chronometers barometers flags signal lights and other gear to all vessels of war ensuring readiness and proper operation of naval missions.

Bureau of Navgation United States Navy

Forsyth Apple and Peach Crops Threatened by Tent Caterpillar

Winston-Salem May 3 Forsyth county apple and peach crops face serious danger from tent caterpillar, mainly in the eastern area where many trees have lost foliage. County Demonstrator Anderson warns the pest could spread countywide if orchardists do not keep trees in full foliage and free from pests and disease.

Winston-Salem Forsyth County Anderson Forsyth Mr. Anderson

Administratrix Notice for W L Armstrong Estate

Nancy F Armstrong administratrix of W L Armstrong deceased of Guilford County North Carolina advertises to present claims by March 30 1918 or be forever barred. Creditors must file their claims and debtors should pay promptly. Notice dated March 20 1917 in High Point NC.

W. L. Armstrong Guilford County North Carolina High Point N. C Thomasville Gordontown High Rock Denton Jordontown

Two Attempts on Man's Life in Mebane

Mebane May 3. Charles W. Yates living north of town attempted suicide by taking carbolic acid and cutting his throat. Doctor says some chance of recovery. cause given as temporary mental derangement. Yates, a successful tobacco grower, has been in fair health aside from occasional melancholia. Revival services opened at the Methodist Protestant church with Rev G F Millaway aiding. Local men and boys form an army of food producers to cultivate vacant lots and provide gardens. Fort Oglethorpe training camp draws several applicants. others plan to apply before week end after passing medical exams.

Mebane Charles W. Yates Yates G. F. Millaway Greensboro W. F. Kennett Fort Oglethorpe

Arkansas hardware dealers open state convention in Hot Springs

Several hundred representatives of the retail hardware trade in Arkansas gathered in Hot Springs for the opening of the annual convention of their state association. The event will span the rest of the week with discussions on numerous trade issues and challenges.

Hot Springs Ark Arkansas

Inventor of guncotton is German chemist Schonbein in 1846

German chemist Christian Friedrich Schonbein developed guncotton in 1846 marking a major advance in smokeless propellants and industrial chemistry.

Christian Friedrich Schonbeim

Agricultural Rally for Goldsboro Next Saturday

Goldsboro May 3 The Wayne county executive committee led by HB Atkinsom and D N Newsome plans a mass meeting in Goldsboro next Saturday to urge farmers and residents to grow large food crops aiding national food conservation. A representative from each school district will assist in organizing the crowd.

Goldsboro Food Conservation Commission Wayne County HB. T. Atkinson D. N. Newsome Estelle Smith Jos. F E. Robinson Joe A. Parker Ek. A. Humphrey W. EE. Gardner

C F French Nominated for Mayor in Thomasville

A mass meeting in Thomasville on May 3 named C F French as mayor by acclamation. Dr J W Peacock announced the ticket with council nominees O L Wagstaff C A Pennington W H Tudor C M Hoover and R L Pope. Election set for next Monday. Finch described as wealthier, public spirited and a vigorous business promoter.

Lambeth Hall Finch Citiens Isa

Farm lands offered at public sale by Penny Brothers

The Guire place is subdivided into small tracts for sale at public auction tomorrow at 10 30 a m. This valuable farming land is presented as a chance to own productive acreage at personal price due to wartime demand. Penny Brothers conduct the sale and advertise the opportunity for farmers.

Guire Place Penny Brothers

French Mission to Tour the Middle West

Washington May 3 diplomats from France plan a week long tour of the middle western states after talks with U S officials. Marshal Joffre conferred with President Wilson and Rene Viviani at the White House while Emile Houyelaque acted as interpreter. The party will visit Chicago Kansas City St Louis Springfield Philadelphia New York and Boston before returning to Washington.

Washington Marshal Joffre White House President Wilson France Col Spencer Cosby United States Army Wilson Rene Viviani Emile Houyelaque Great Britain Chicago State Department Indiana Ilinois Kansas City St. Louis Sprigfield Tls Abraham , Lincoln Philadelphia New York Boston Chocheprat Navy Department Naval Academy Annapolis M. Viviani M. Simon Vrooman Henry White House of Representatives Senate

Q Ban Hair Color Restorer Promises Natural Look

An advertisement touts Q Ban Hair Color Restorer as a safe alternative to dyes. It claims gradual, even return to a natural shade, with a money back guarantee and no harmful chemicals. Sold via J. A. Hart Drug Co. Memphis Tenn and other drug stores.

America J. A. Hart Drug Co Hessie-Ellis Drug Co Memphis Tenn Ady

Krupp Factory at Essen Built in 1810

The Krupp works at Essen, supplying large artillery and much of Germanys war materiel, traces its origins to a factory established in 1810.

Krupp Essen

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