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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1915
Page
4
Writings from Berlin suggest no desire for direct conflict with America as Germany cautions against overreacting to Wilson note. British expect more front line details. Kitchener continues plans despite cabinet changes. Italian entry sparks headline churn as war escalates.
A note highlights High Point's political climate with no heated municipal campaign and praises its educational situation as a work in progress. The piece also references the lack of a declared candidate for North Carolina attorney general and comments on regional prominence of Duke in Durham and Charlotte versus High Point.
The Mount Olive Tribune notes two initial test suits over the quarting law, with Judge F A Daniels upholding its constitutionality. The case seeks to compel Southern Express to deliver gallon whisky shipments for personal use. The paper says the law has reduced whisky receipts and consumption by about two thirds and warns a Supreme Court ruling could be a severe moral blow if unconstitutional.
Orange residents back state and national health survey efforts with help from the Hillsboro Orange Observer. The piece praises constructive civic involvement and predicts progress across counties as citizens take an active role.
Hon. Robert N. Page announces he will not seek the governorship next election, preferring to stay in Congress where he can serve his district better. The Roxboro Courier notes his strong stand and the potential loss to the district if he leaves Congress.
Salisbury has long aimed to grow and has progressed by expanding its boundary adding about 3000 new residents. New citizens are pleased living inside city limits and expected to stay. A special police census reports over 12 inhabitants.
The High Point Enterprise lauds Wake County for securing D. F. Giles as superintendent of public instruction. He ranks among the state’s top six and Wake County residents will support his continued work in improving schools. The Raleigh Times echoes the value of strong schools.
A surge in cork leg production draws scrutiny to the steep expenses faced by workers along key supply lines, highlighting broader economic pressures and wage concerns.
London May 26 Lord Kitchener retains the post of secretary of war in the new coalition cabinet approved by King George. The lineup includes Arthur J. Balfour as first lord of the admiralty Winston Churchill as chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and David Lloyd George as minister of munitions. John Redmond declined a cabinet offer.
Elon College May 26. President Fairfax Harrison of the Southern Railway gave an address on The Choice of Heracles. Degrees and certificates were awarded, including L L D honors to Harrison and Rev W S Long. Alumni oration followed by Rev A W Andes on Life's Real Fish Pond.
New York markets report cotton opening nervy with declines of 3 to 7 points on weaker cables and liquidation. Active months fluctuated 5 to 9 points as Nebraskan damage fears added to nerves. July at 9.23, October 9.67, December 9.88, January 9. HG text cuts off.
May 26 report shows heavy declines in war contract stocks with New York Airbrake down four points and losses of 1 to 2 points for Pressed Steel Crucible Steel Westinghouse and other peers along with Canadian Pacific and standard railways.
A revival begins Thursday evening May 27 at the corner of Green and Tyren streets led by Rev J F Morgan of Graham NC. Miss Annie Simpson of Atlanta GA will oversee the music with Rev J W Night as pastor. Public invited to attend all services for a real revival. Note mentions English wind pattern on 112 days.
An old Mann Drug Co. advertisement touts Citrolax as the best remedy for constipation sour stomach lazy liver and sluggish bowels. It claims to stop a sick headache almost at once and to provide a thorough flushing with no pain or nausea, keeping the system cleansed sweet and wholesome.
Archdale residents aim to transform the central oak grove into a park for High Point Poitiers and others. A Thursday May 2 lawn party will offer ice cream and cake to raise funds for park seating and future gatherings.
The Barbee Marble Works of the city recently erected a Winnsboro granite monument for L. M. Preyton and his wife Lilie Rush in Asheboro cemetery. The design features an Ionic cap stone, hammered bases, concave die, and a long foot marker with the Preston name and the couple’s birth, death, and marriage dates.
Winston High Point Motor Co announces travel between Winston and High Point with fares of one dollar each way for a 20 mile trip. Service begins from Zinzendorf Hotel in Winston at 8 am 11 am 2 pm and 6 pm and from Elwood Hotel in High Point at 8 am 11 am 2 pm and 5 pm. More cars may be added if demand grows. North State Phone 58 for details.
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