Barnes and Roosevelt expose party machine conduct in era
The article argues that Barnes and Roosevelt revealed political machine practices in the nation and New York, accusing leaders of exploiting communities for liberal support. It asserts Providence favors Barnes and condemns Murphy allies steering state affairs, urging public confidence and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Empire State
Beveridge
Mr. Barnes
Barnes
Murphy
Ir. Murphy
Machin
Influence Of Dress On Health And Local Bond Debates
A medical note discusses how fashion choices from hats to footwear affect health, noting fistula prevalence in males and the role of trousers and friction. In politics and finance, the Cooleemee Journal quotes opposition to a Davidson County bond issue, arguing for taxpayer restraint and majority rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aress
Headecar
Phillip H. Mitchiner
St. Thomas’ Hospital
London
St. Thomas
Mitchiner
Journal of the American Medical Sociation
Davidson County
Cooleemee Journal
Precaution Emphasized As Trouser Looseness Noted
A brief note stresses careful attention to cautious dress, urging insistence on looser trousers and proper fit. The fragment hints at safety and comfort concerns in clothing standards.
Sebastian Accusations Do Not Stop LA Mayor Primary Win
Charles Sebastian, suspended Los Angeles police chief, faces repeated accusations including contributing to the delinquency of Edith Serkin. Despite the charges he won first place on the mayoralty ticket in the primary held Tuesday along the Pacific coast.
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Charles
Sebastian
Los Angeles
Pacific Coast
Edith Serkin
Cotton shipping costs spur stagecoach nostalgia in Reidsville
A Reidsville dispatch notes it is cheaper to ship cotton to Spray by wagon over dirt roads than by Southern railway. The observer quips that the region still tows the line of stagecoach economics and tallow candle era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reidsville
Dirst
Southern Railway
untenable Russian front named Zboro Sztropko Lupkow
Vienna report states the front of Zboro Sztropko Lupkow has become untenable. The remark underscores the impracticality of maintaining that line under current conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienna
Zboro-Sztropko- Lupkow
Porters face wage shift may strain Pullman crews
The move to weekly pay for Pullman car porters could force the company to recruit a new cadre of porters if the tip-based system ends. This potential change signals broader labor and operations implications for the railway carrier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pullman
Pullman Company
Conflicting Rae Tanner Suitor Tale Cited
The item notes confusion over Rae Tanner's suitor and calls for James W. Osborne to reveal the missing "Oliver" while mentioning Mother's Day and a white flower gift for mother. It also references Japan seizing on a moment to grasp China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rae Tanner
James W. Osborne
Oliver
Japan
China
Broad wave of prosperity across the nation
The Concord Tribune notes evidence of rising prosperity as United States Steed Corporation reports March earnings of eight million dollars, double February. It cites active rail and construction sectors, American Locomotive Works orders, and exports rising by about four hundred million dollars annually. South America launches two new steamship lines to boost trade with the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Steed Corporation
American Locomotive Works
Virginia
Pennsylvania
New York
Ohio
South America
Launhing
Rio Janeiro
Brazil
Buenos Aires
Argentine
Aus
Concord Tribune
Skies Are Clear for Church Expansion and Local Deals
The Salisbury Evening Post notes confidence in community growth as First Methodist plans a new church home and two major real estate transactions last week. City leaders project a firm, progressive outlook with no reason for hesitation, urging action on expansion and investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
Salisbudy Evening Post
Benton Plans Return to Jonesboro Paper Trade
J B Benton, who owned a Jonesboro paper before selling it to run a Fuquay Springs paper, now plans to reestablish a paper in Jonesboro after C A Hamilton moved the Jonesboro paper to Sanford. The note hints Lee county’s three papers will gain publicity and wishes local success.
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J. B. Benton
Jonesboro
Fuquay Springs
C. A. Hamilton
Sanford
Benton
Lee County
Trinity
Nsiler City Iit
Destruction in the Sandhills Fire Engulfs Woods South of Town
Last Monday afternoon a large forest area south of town caught fire triggering widespread activity as residents mobilized to combat the blaze and protect homes and property. The incident caused anxiety and drew aid from local volunteers and authorities.
Forest Fire Destroys Acres In Moode County
A large fire burned acres of timber in Moode County causing extensive damage to wood growth. No dwellings were lost though the forest was blackened and residents faced the blaze for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moode County News
Carter-Abernethy Brobers Target Judge Carter
The Carter Abtr idnal group planned to challenge Judge Carter, driven by dislike and resentment rather than specific charges. The public testimony has publicized the matter, making the average man feel like a jury in the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter-Abernethy
Carter
Jage
Ricky Mount
Spelling Dispute About New Bern In Local Newspapers
The New Bern Journal quotes a citizen railing at both the Charlotte Observer and the Wilmington Star for insisting on a single word spelling of New Bern. He asserts equal rights to spell the city’s name as New Bern and threatens action to compel consistency.
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Charlotte Observer
The
Wilmington Star
New Bern
Seat on New York Stock Exchange fetches 59000 dollars
Morganton Messenger notes a recent sale of a NYSE seat for 59000 dollars and questions why a man would pay such cash. The writer opines a seat under an apple tree in coming months would be preferable.
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New York Stock Exchange
Morganton Messenger
Inland waterways drained by costly channel work
Henderson Gold Leaf criticizes government spendings on deepening a river channel costing $30,000 while no boats use the stream, stating the project is stomach turning and a sign of impractical neglect of waterways.
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Henderson
Bearded Aldermen Rally For Active Town Improvement
Proposals from outspoken council members push for proactive projects to benefit the town. Leaders urge residents to demand action and rally support for immediate community improvements.
Bob Whites vs Whippoorwills in Scout Series Game Three
The Whippoorwills won 13 to 9 over the Bob Whites in a game highlighted by timely hitting from Vic tors. Scoring by innings shows the Whippoorwills led early and sealed the win with a nine run final inning. Pitchers Schulthiess Davis and Simmons Davis Womble Lyon shared duties. The series determines a scout pennant to be awarded by the runners up.
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Bob Whites
Whippoorwills
Schulthiess
Davis
Simmons
Womble
Lyon
Plans drawn for Jamestown new school building
E. Hartge of Raleigh and High Point has been engaged to draw the plans for the new Jamestown school building.
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Jamestown
E. Hartge
Raleigh
High Point
Elderly couple cured by Foley Kidney Pills in Harrisburg
Mr and Mrs T B Carpenter of Harrisburg Pennsylvania claim complete relief from long kidney trouble after using Foley Kidney Pills. They say despite being in their seventies they are as vigorous as thirty years ago. The pills are promoted for sleep disturbance bladder weakness back ache rheumatism and aching joints. Mann Drug Co publishes the ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. B. Carpenter
Harrisburg
Foley
Mann Drug Co. Atv
Cotton market opens with nerves as prices dip
The cotton market opened nervously with declines of 11 to 16 points on old crop and 2 to 5 points on new crop. Futures started steady with May at 9.26, July 9.50, October 9.80, December 10.15, January 10.17, and March 10.40.
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Associated Press
New York
Maren
Market Opens Mixed After Late Selloff New York May 6
Partial recoveries from yesterday's late selling were recorded in early trading on the stock market today though overall movement was irregular. Pressed Steel Car rose two points while Westinghouse Crucible Steel and Amalgamated Copper gained one each. Bethlehem Steel added five points to its prior rise as the general list eased after initial offerings were absorbed.
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New York
Westinghouse Crucible Steel
Amalgamated Copper
Bethlehem Steel
West End Revival Grows With Church Additions
Evangelist J. W. Ham preached on The Three Fires in the Bible to a packed house. Several professions were made and two new members joined the church. The meeting featured spirited singing and the solo Somebody Knows It’s Jesus. Services continue daily with 3 PM and 7:50 PM starts. public invited.
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J. W. Ham
Jesus
B. D. Ackley
A. A. Lyon
Stanton Elected President Of Medical Society
Dr D A Stanton returned from Elkin where he spoke on Peritonitis before the Eighth District Medical Society. The district meeting will hold its next session in High Point in December where Stanton was chosen president and Dr W R Jones of Greensboro was named secretary and treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. A. Stanton
Elkin
Eighth District Medical Society
High Point
Stanton
W. R. Jones
Greensboro
High Point Voters Disfranchised Over Poll Tax
Tax Collector Parrish reports about 50 percent of High Point voters have not paid poll tax by May 1 under the general election law. The record shows about 1,500 voters paid the tax, leaving roughly 1,500 unable to participate in elections through May 1, 1916.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parrish
High Point
Notice to creditors of D L Clark estate administratrix
Bettie A. Clark as administratrix of the estate of D L Clark deceased calls all claimants to present their claims within twelve months to her or attorney R E D Steele. This notice dated May 6 1915 and warns claims not received will be barred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. L. Clark
RE. D. ‘Steele
Bettie A. Clark
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Binh Point Enterprise
High Point Enterprise
Tac
Mber
Stockton
Wwon. Keener
J Pp. Rawley
North State
Bell Telephone
Himick Point
N. C
Wursday
Andies
Rae
Whippeoorwills
Cotton
DR. Stanton
Hare
Billy Snyder
la Berta Sisters
Jones & Jones
Wachovia Bank and Trust Company
W. C. Idol
Cashier
Wescott Roberson
Ol Rees
Enterprise
J. B
Clements
Morris Street
H. A. Moffitt
Columbia Laundry Co
N. Y
Astor Plants
BuRbank’s
Mia
Craig
Main Street
John Young
B. A. Best
Lindsey Street
Lexington Grocery Company
Enterprise Office
Man- Cum Avenue
Johnson Street
Chas. L. Amos
Farriss Publishing Co
Steele Street
Dr. Austin
E. D. Steele
A. V. Sapp
South Maintreet
G. H. Kearns
Arges
the National Safety Co. of
Guar
Dian
Max T. Payne
W. C. Jones
M.C
W.C. Northup
A.J. A
L. A.O’ Brien
N.c.ala
Northup & O’brien
Bank of Commerce Building
J. T. Mann
TELEF
Hones
Mann Drug Co
P. m
Barnes’ Shoe Shop
D. Cohen's
R. M. Barnes
South Main Street
Sanitary
Hart Drug Co
Postoffice
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