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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1917
Page
6
Judge Peacock harshly warns that disputes over a jitney and gambling could lead to murders. Police bring in two Black men for rolling dice in a shanty. witnesses testify they had supper at 9 PM. Judge orders fines of 25 dollars plus costs. other defendants for Sabbath drunkenness taxed with costs and fined five dollars.
Marshal Joffre and Vice Admiral Chocheprat travel by special train en route from Montreal to Washington with a stop in Baltimore. They are greeted with spontaneous cheers during their Canadian visit, accompanied by Canadian Senator Beaubien and Casgrain, after a five and a half hour stay in Montreal.
Baltimore May 14 Carl S Vrooman Assistant Secretary of Agriculture warned each section must feed itself or go without food. He noted cotton prices at 22 cents a pound as southern planters plant foodstuffs and conserve resources for the war effort.
Amsterdam May 14 The Fremdenblatt reports German naval engineers have perfected a process to raise ships sunk by submarines. Special salvage vessels will operate even in storms, promising work and profit for years after the war.
The latest notes from the league highlight veteran players shining this season in baseball, with strong showings by top names amid draws in billiards and cinema circles. Names such as longtime stars post solid starts as teams pace early standings and fans anticipate continued performances.
A Wisconsin reader reports a severe winter cough that failed to improve with other medicines but was cured by one bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar. The letter is signed V. NeKeuster from Amberg, Wisconsin.
May 14 report from Mongolia officers recounts a second U-boat encounter on May 4. Lt. Bruce M. Ware says a submarine was seen, a shot fired from Mongolia appeared to strike the periscope, followed by white vapor, and the sub did not reappear. Gunner James A. Goodwin of Portsmouth, Va., identified as firing the April 19 hit. The crew remains convinced the April 10 sinking was real.
General Korniloff, commander of the Petrograd garrison, resigned Sunday amid clashes with organizations seeking control of the garrison. He cited an impossible situation and said others should bear the responsibility. He plans to go to the front to command an army.
An explosion at the Labor Temple in Kansas City caused by dynamite left one man seriously injured while others escaped. George Buchanan, a bottler from Evansville Indiana, sustained a fractured skull and was hospitalized. Police seek two basement occupants as details unfold.
The annual New England Intercollegiate Lawn Tennis association championship begins today at Longwood Cricket club amidst spirited matches. Harvard, Dartmouth, Amherst, Trinity and other top colleges send their star players to vie for the titles in Cambridge.
Cincinnati fans sense hope as the Reds may start strong and keep pace through the season, avoiding early collapse and aiming to linger into October instead of fading early.
A reader from Rocky Mount North Carolina says overwork in house duties harms kidneys and makes a person look older. Mrs. A Wells credits Foley Kidney Pills with great benefit, recommended by Mann Drug Co.
A community pamphlet outlines a registration day to honor all who register with badges and a possible rally. It urges local newspapers to publish coverage in advance, plus window decorations and signs on cars and buses to boost participation.
Petrograd dispatch reports Minshivski Tsertelli, a member of the council of workmen and soldiers delegates, warns that Germany and Austria remain under chauvinistic spell. He says such a peace would be an eternal shame and would doom Russia, insisting Russia will not break its alliance commitments.
In Christiana Norway influential seafaring unions adopted resolutions calling on the government to tighten control of foreign sailors and crews. They argue that effective safeguards against spies will protect seamen more than medals or memorials.
An enthusiastic largely attended meeting in Port of Spain under Major Sir J. B. Chancellor the island governor celebrated America's entry into the war. Speakers voiced warm appreciation of the US action and Henry D. Baker American consul delivered a suitable reply.
Sydney reports the death of King Watriama, Loyalty Islands native and Australian infantryman, who served in German New Guinea and France. A former London visitor, he pressed his sovereignty claims for the Loyalty Islands while noting Britain and France fight Germany together.
Ames Iowa May 14 This city is hosting the annual convention of the Iowa State association of letter carriers Delegates from nearly all principal cities and towns attend the two day sessions devoted largely to routine business of the organization.
A seven hour blaze at Wilhelmshaven damaged the submarine building department and forced closure of the entire district. Wilhelmshaven, a key German naval station on the North Sea, houses eight large dry docks, two 35 000 ton floating docks, five floating docks and four torpedo boat pontoons.
High degree Masons from many states gather in Milwaukee for the Wisconsin consistory golden jubilee. Proceedings began today and will conclude with a banquet Thursday night.
The first boat of the navy's submarine chaser fleet was launched at the New York navy yard. A second chaser will be launched at the New Orleans yard in a few days. Keels for both were laid April 1.
Southern Railway will run a special Charlotte to Washington train on Monday June 4 1917 for the 237th annual Confederate Veterans reunion and 22nd annual Sons of Veterans reunion. The round trip fares start at 6 95 from Greensboro and rise with stop points, with tickets available June 2–7 and advance reservations via S E Burgess Charlotte.
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