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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1927

Page

4

Old Masters Poem Excerpt by George du Maurier

A verse from Trilby celebrates small comforts and hopeful greetings. The lines mix warmth light love and daily sorrow with a closing note of faith in moral reward.

Reynolds Tobacco to shift Jersey City plant to Winston-Salem

The R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company will move its Jersey City cigarette plant and its Richmond tobacco branch to Forsyth County. The Forsyth capital will concentrate production with new buildings planned for larger output. The move, amid rising Camel demand, is framed as a test of North Carolina tax policy and local government.

R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Jersey City N. J Winston-Salem Chewingobacco Richmond Forsyth Arger North Carolna Forsyth County J. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company North Carolina

Lindbergh's Mother Calmly Faces Fame and Risk

The mother of Lindbergh remains steady amid public interest in her son as she continues teaching chemistry at a Detroit high school. She sent a message to school authorities asking not to be bothered by interview requests. She believes the young pilot will reach France, while London underwriters avoid betting on his odds due to the risk.

Lindbergh Rom Milons Detroit France Lloyds London Bertaud

Anti-Saloon Defeat Signals Bureau Reform Shift

The article notes personnel changes in the prohibition bureau may tilt enforcement toward government liquor manufacture and direct distribution to eligible individuals. It cites a weakening of Anti-Saloon League control and alignment with Secretary Mellon’s preferences, leaving the next year’s political outcome uncertain.

Prohibition Bureau Wayne B. Wheeler Mellon Wheeler

The Spirit of St Louis Namesake Divides Viewpoints

The French favor naming a plane The Spirit of St Louis as a symbol of exploration and evangelization from the eighteenth century. Americans see a midwestern city implication, while France recalls early colonial missions and contact with indigenous peoples.

St. Louis America Jesus France

Traffic signal debate shifts to Roland Park corner

Discussion on North Main street congestion misnamed the corner as Parkway. The correct location is Roland Park where recent accidents and persistent traffic jams prompt policing and safety concerns.

North Main Street Parkway Roland Park

Transatlantic Flight Value and the Lost Aviator

A discussion on the meaning and worth of transatlantic flights, arguing that even failed missions yield spiritual gains and bravery. Nietzsche and Greim are cited while noting benefits to humanity and new insights into diet and marriage.

Nungesser Atlantic

Bertaud Passed Over Hurts Paris Flight Ambitions

Lloyd Bertaud offered to surrender monetary reward to join the New York to Paris Bellanca flight with Chamberlin but Levine rejected him and replaced him with another flyer. Bertaud remains hopeful yet sidelined as questions about the decision and behind the scenes disputes arise.

Lloyd Bertaud Bertaud Paris Air Argosy Bellanca Levine

Community Chest drive set with seven colonels in charge

John R. Peacock urges full attendance of all Community Chest workers at a Presbyterian hut meeting next Tuesday at 6:30 pm for final instructions and card distribution. Three Wednesday meals at the Methodist Protestant church will follow, with first reports at 12:15 pm and final at 6:30 pm.

John R. Peacock Community Chest Campaign Committee Community Chest Presbyterian Hut Methodist Protestant Church Peacock Salvation Army Board of Public Welfare Ees Nieen T Etter CIA Ees Ee USA Pee Ee Sence State Hospital Morganton Rome Onoucire Coos Miverhea Ck Gaee Jackson Training School Pkka Samarcand Mera Es Es N. C. Children's Home Society Tomas

West Virginia Tax Leaves Questions On Resource Proceeds

A $500000 per year privilege tax on oil gas and mineral proceeds produced in the state has been declared constitutional by the United States Supreme Court in a test case. The note contrasts Mexico s doctrine of federal ownership of natural resources with U S tax policy and ponders how West Virginia s levy will be received.

United States Supreme Court Mexico United States Republic West Virginia

Air purifier near Coolidge desk sparks term germs joke

Report says President Coolidge has installed an air purifier on his White House desk. The remark suggests it may be to clear the air of third term germs.

Coolidge White House

Note to Principals About Excused Absence

A handwritten note asks school heads to excuse Minnie’s absence yesterday. The parent states permission was given for Minnie to attend a murder trial.

Minnie

Crack China Troops Questionable Rhetoric Sparks Debate

A forum on foreign policy debates restraint and rhetoric prompts officials to condemn sensational phrases used by some headline writers. Analysts urge precise wording to avoid inflaming tensions while covering military activities abroad.

Bootleggers Pay Taxes as Collections Rise

Bootleggers must file income taxes and pay duties, prompting expectations of large tax collections as many law abiding bootleggers seek to stay in good standing with the federal government.

Six more American Voices Join the Metropolitan Opera

Six more American voices have been added to the Metropolitan Opera. Pretty soon this may become an American institution.

Metropolitan Opera

Two Detroit men deny robbery claim as bootleggers

Two men arrested in Detroit insisted they were not robbers and claimed to be bootleggers. Police initially believed they had captured lawbreakers.

Detroit

Economist cites Paris divorce news for Europe spending view

An economist argues American purchases in Europe are rising, interpreting Paris divorce news as evidence. The remark ties cross continental consumer behavior to European events and local market signals.

Europe Paris

Practice Makes Perfect Lawyers Fight for Perfection

A terse remark about lawyers suggests that practice or training may not always lead to flawless outcomes in legal work. The line implies mixed results and challenges within the profession.

Ban on Artillery by Mail Sparks Rhetorical Question

With the new policy prohibiting artillery by mail, the public ponders practicalities and daily duties as a woman weighs what to do with a hope chest and other keepsakes.

New Jersey Woman Detains Husband Over 50 Cent Pay

A New Jersey woman had her husband arrested after he refused to surrender 50 cents of his wages. The incident was described by the woman as a capital offense, highlighting the dispute over the small amount.

New Jersey

New Bernian Publishes 64 Page National Publicity Edition

The New Bernian edited by Daw son Simmons Bangert and Cutler presents a lavish issue on Eastern North Carolina resources including agriculture timber shipping and fishing. It lauds New Bern Craven and surrounding areas for potential prosperity and historic progress.

Simmons Bangert Cutler New Bern Craven North Carolina Carolina New New Bernian

Greensboro Man Killed in Baltimore Motorcycle Crash

Carl B. Ireland, 35, of Greensboro North Carolina was killed in Baltimore last night when his motorcycle crashed into a safety zone platform. His wife Helen Ireland suffered a broken hip as she rode in the side car during their trip to New Jersey.

Baltimore Carl B. Ireland Greensboro N. C Helen Ireland New Jersey

New Orleans Cotton Opens Firmer on Weather Signals

The New Orleans cotton market edged higher on steady Liverpool cables and western drought forecasts. First trades gained five points but soon eased as traders priced in rainless west Texas. July slid to 1608 and October to 1639 before a nap sparked a rally to 162 cents for July and 1165 for October, 12 points off the lows. Trading remained weather driven.

New Orleans Liverpool West Texas

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