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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1917
Page
1
Berlin reports say German positions from the Soissons Laon road to Ailles and north of Lafaux are maintained and German setbacks at Aisne are offset by loot of French gains. They report 726 enemy captured since Saturday and fourteen aircraft downed.
Christiansburg Virginia May 7 jury prepared to hear final evidence in the murder trial of Charles E Vawter for Stockton Heth Jr after a day of home inspection and anticipated end of testimony late today or tomorrow.
British forces have pushed well within the town of Bullecourt in France, with hand to hand fighting reported as the action develops at nearby British headquarters on May 7.
Chicago on May 7 reported new peak wheat prices as opening quotes matched Saturday’s close and rose, with May futures at 2.79 and July at 2.24, then advancing to 2.81 for May, one cent above prior records.
May 7 report from Rocky Mount states the George A. Lee Tobacco company is erecting a new stemmery, the fourth in the city, at an estimated cost of 17000 dollars. The plant will be modern in every particular.
R Frank Dalton of High Point was elected president and J H Bridges of Henderson secretary of North Carolina’s newly created state building commission at a Raleigh meeting. Bridges was appointed by Governor Bickett after Hugh McRae declined. The first business meeting is set for May 16 in Raleigh with state institutions asked to present building plans.
Tabulation shows 58 more Tennessee and Carolinas qualified than the 2500 capacity. Examinations close today and recruiters report potential oversubscription. A call will go to 150 selected candidates to report Tuesday, with 300 to 400 more men to be called through the week, Col. Herbert J. Slocum announced.
Paris reports that every advance by the French during Saturday's brilliant northeast of Soissons was held against strong counterattacks. The war office says the ground along the ridge from Chemin des Dames is now largely under French control, with 18 miles of front secured. Prisoners exceed 5,800 and seven guns are captured.
William Marconi, part of the Italian mission visiting the United States, brings a specially cast bronze wreath to place at the tomb of George Washington in the name of Italy.
In Washington on May 7 it was disclosed that the Danish West Indies purchase agreement included a clause prohibiting seizure or confiscation of German or other war bound ships on the island.
New York banks claim $2,240,000 for non delivery of $11,000,000 in gold aboard the Kron Prinzessin Cecile. The case raises new issues from wartime hostilities as the Cecilie returned to America after a wireless warning, with disputes over liability and damages before the Supreme Court.
Kansas City hosts the first western national conference on city planning during the early May week. Several hundred cities send official representatives to hear noted authorities discuss civic problems and planning challenges in the western United States.
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows Grand Lodge plans its annual sessions in High Point May 15 to 17. An estimated 300 Odd Fellows and 100 Daughters of Rebekah will attend, with state officers expected and many hotel rooms already booked. B H Woodell of Raleigh, grand secretary, will preside at sessions, while Fred N. Tate former mayor will give the welcome address. The public first session will be at South Main Street School auditorium, with secret business in the Sherod building on East Commerce Street.
Paris May 7 The Germans attacked along the entire French front but were repulsed everywhere, with heavy fighting in the Chemis des Dames region and east of Soissons. Since April 16 French forces have taken 29 000 prisoners according to an official war office statement.
Chestnut Hill residents beautify a small Salisbury park to display Old Glory with a 70 foot flag pole. City officials, the Southern railway and granite men aid the effort though a flag delays the gala day for the raising ceremony.
A chautauqua event in Danville on May 7 saw a tent full of about 1,400 people plunge into darkness for nearly 15 minutes during an operetta. Performers continued singing in the dark until a transformer could be repaired and the show resumed.
British forces press on along the Hindenburg line at Bullecourt as they widen the breach and push into the town area. French troops drive toward Laon from the Aisne front while General Nivelle holds the plateau above the Ailette river against German counterattacks.
Danville Virginia May 7 city finance committee rejects teachers demand for higher pay. A prepared report compared local salaries with similar Virginia towns and showed living costs, while committee chair L B Conway explained no increase could be considered due to city expenses.
Shrine groups in Rocky Mount prepare for the spring ceremonial of Sudan temple on May 23 and 24. Masons from Scottish Rite and York Rite circles across eastern Carolina are anticipated to attend, with over a hundred unregenerates expected to participate. Local Shriners push to ensure a standout event in eastern Carolina.
Raleigh May 7 Thomas Pardoned announces that Thomas, former cashier of the Bank of Beaufort, sentenced to two years for irregularities in bank affairs, has received a gubernatorial pardon after petitions. The hearing occurred Saturday but the pardon was not announced until today.
Washington May 7 the Supreme Court refused to review Alabama proceedings that awarded $18 000 in damages against the Loyal Order of Moose supreme lodge for the death of Donald A Kenny during initiation at the Birmingham lodge He died after an electrical shock from a branding board during the ritual.
The East Spencer Trading Company of East Spencer was chartered today by the secretary of state with capital of 50000 dollars to conduct a general mercantile business.
Officials of the industrial department of the Commercial club announce Letter Writing Week ends tomorrow. Residents were urged to mail at least five letters inviting friends and relatives to visit the city. The effort, backed by commercial groups and Odd Fellows, aims to spotlight High Point as a market and a desirable destination.
Arthur L. Fletcher of Raleigh, a longtime North Carolina newspaper man, was recommended by Governor Bickett for appointment as federal disbursing officer for North Carolina in the citizen registration work under the new federal law. The recommendation came at the request of Secretary of War Baker. Fletcher previously served as brigade headquarters secretary for the North Carolina guardsmen on the border at El Paso.
J D Oneil insurance commissioner was appointed receiver for the Pittsburg Life and Trust company. The action follows a Justice Department investigation into alleged misappropriation of 1 900 000 dollars and calls for criminal prosecutions of all involved.
The New York cotton market opened May 7 with July at 19.35 and October at 18.66 on the call after a initial decline of 3 to 12 points. Prices rallied, with July reaching 19.59 and October 18.80 before the end of the first hour, while May 19.50, July 19.35, Oct 18.66, Dec 18.74 and Jan 1 were noted.
Washington May 7 plans are under way to close the Supreme Court for the summer vacation. Decisions will be handed down tomorrow and arguments for the present term will be suspended Tuesday. Adjournment for two weeks follows for conferences and opinion preparation. Decisions resumed May 21.
The Supreme Court today dismissed a suit by former slaves and heirs seeking 68 million dollars from the government for labor in the South from 1857 to 1868. They argued taxes on cotton amounted to compensation for involuntary servitude.
Voters head to polls tomorrow as Charles F. Tomlinson faces William P. Ragan for mayor in a tight contest. Campaign stops are planned at Bradner's and Dowdy's stores and near the Bank of Commerce, with council races in four wards described as closely watched by residents. Voting opens 6 AM, closes at dusk.
London reports a hostile airplane dropped four bombs northeast of the city in the early hours. One man was killed and a man and a woman were injured. minor damage was caused to buildings.
Washington news confirms a government loan of 100 million dollars to Great Britain for May to meet needs in the country. A second 25 million installment was transferred to the British ambassador, bringing the May loan to half its total.
Copenhagen dispatch reports Norwegian foreign office confirming a German submarine sank steamships Capto and Natuna. Crews were rescued.
London May 7 The war office reports sharp fighting as British forces advance west of Bullecourt and capture a number of prisoners in an official statement.
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