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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1922
Page
4
Local brief notes a short update from High Point Enterprise with terse details and minimal context about ongoing coverage. The fragment hints at a routine news item from the Greensboro area, referencing community events and public notices.
The platform calls for a bond issue of 250000 for immediate expansion of the city school system. It seeks extension of city limits, a municipal building and auditorium, a city library, parks, and playgrounds, a new passenger station and track elevation, a city planning system, and more homes. It also emphasizes paved streets and extended sewer and water systems with hard surfaced roads in all directions and a 0.000 population when limits extend.
The poem observes life passing the window with Tragedy Victory and youth age love and music. The speaker reflects on turning lyrical scenes into a song while battling a balking Pegasus and finally producing this ballad. Copyright 1922 NEA Service.
A jumble of pithy, humorous, and didactic lines about life, drink, reformers, travel, and culture. Notable asides include remarks on Britain, home brewers, radio interference, flappers, and aging as a habit. No single coherent news event: a collage of witticisms and observations.
A parade of veterans from three wars drew hundreds of onlookers who watched a majestic American flag pass by. Confederate veterans led a sons and grandsons formation, yet most bystanders did not raise hats in salute. The piece argues for daily patriotism and respect for the flag and others rights to help the nation.
A Boston man and wife seek fame by living six weeks in a Maine forest naked with only reporters and cameras for company. They perform primitive tasks for attention, hoping publishers’ checks follow, echoing Barnum’s era as Americans chase the unusual.
An appeal urges citizens to back a ten thousand dollar drive to fund the YWCA for another year. Local leaders, described as loyal High Point women, emphasize the YWCA as a vital, expanding community institution essential to the spiritual educational and social life of young women and require support to avoid hindering future plans.
An In Memoriam piece honors the Unknown Soldier, recalling a young man of 22 to 23 who served in World War I era camps. It sketches his humor, bravery, and care for others, noting his persona amid murky comforts and harsh conditions, with a nod to Arlington gravesites.
The American Legion of Omaha Nebraska redefines Over There from wartime sacrifice to warning about girls living too far for a taxi. The group seeks action to address this societal shift.
The article notes the US Shipping Board renaming a second merchant vessel American Legion while sparing the Leviathan from a Harding-era rechristening. It also reports a Munson Line fast ship adopting the Legion name and shows a Prohibition enforcement straw poll by The Legionnaire finding 62 percent in favor of stricter dry law enforcement among ex soldiers.
The Philadelphia American Legion hosts its third annual track and field meet June 9 to 10 to determine the top all around athlete from the Army Navy and Marine services.
In Paris a French army surgeon fitted an artificial tongue to Serg Villa a Verdun wounded veteran. A shell blasted his jaw leaving him unable to speak but the operation enables him to talk sing and whistle again.
In New York a bootleg transaction with counterfeit money leaves both parties fooled and cheated. The incident underscores risks of illicit markets and deceptive currency. No further details are provided about participants or exact location.
When the S. S. New England was one mile at sea the bursting of a steam line wounded Boyd O'Neal in seventeen places. His shipmates sewed O'Neal's abrasions with sail twine and three cornered sail needles, the rough sea surgery saving his life.
The $800000 remaining after New Jersey state bonus payments to former service members could be redirected to assist Ameri. The plan aims to support veterans and related programs, pending final approval by authorities.
The text discusses Legion plans to supply hospital care or security for ex soldiers who may be incapacitated and require accommodations. It notes potential roles for veterans groups in supporting medical facilities and veteran welfare programs.
Col F A Boustelle of Seattle Washington, believed to be the oldest Legion member, has retired from regular army service after sixty years. The article notes his age above eighty and mentions a Boston city council order affecting city buildings leased to veterans groups for refitting to veterans needs.
After placing an average of 550 former servicemen monthly and paying out more than 50 900 in wages, the American Legion employment bureau at Seattle Washington is closed due to improved working conditions.
dialogue from Ameper can Legion Weekly shows a patient asking for sleep help and a doctor advising a ritual repetition each evening to repeat the night watchman refrain as a remedy.
A citizen and policeman debate arrest timing as the thief, caught with a car, delays action while the tire is pumped. The exchange captures a tense moment before intervention.
The article explains asthma as a breathing difficulty with multiple possible causes and notes that a cure depends on identifying the root cause. It suggests moderate outdoor activity, avoiding fatigue, and maintaining proper diet and hygiene under physician guidance.
Four deeds were filed in the county Saturday with a total value near 17000. Banks Realty company sold to Maude Ethel Younts a West Market terrace lot for 8000. Younts and husband sold lot 6 in Fisher Park to Banks Realty for 8000. J W Burke and others sold Springwood avenue lot in Gibsonville to A B Owen for 500. David Cobb sold Springwood avenue lot in Gibsonville to Gibsonville Development Company for 500.
Tokyo reports marked improvements planned for Ageno Park after the Peace Exhibition ends. Control will shift from the Imperial household to municipal authorities. Plans include sporting and gymnastic facilities, flower beds, and converting Shinobasu pond into a public bath.
By autumn Japan will gain a fine public library in Osaka at Nakano shima funded by Baron Sumitomo. The Osaka Prefectural Library will cost one million yen and be among the best in appearance and equipment in the Orient.
Brogan Downey and Mike O Dowd earned a record $16068 in Columbus gate receipts surpassing the previous best of $7500 by Bob Roper and Sergt Ray Smith. The bout drew large crowds and set a new financial mark for the venue.
Baseball commissioner Judge Landis attended the Papa Day celebration as a guest of honor at the Cardinals park last Thursday, drawing attention from fans and players at the ballpark event.
Lucinda Lee faces a charged rehearsal as director Nolan pushes a melodramatic scene. He urges a violent, morally charged confrontation between Nelly and her lovers while Lucinda struggles to stay in character and holds back laughter at the overblown dialogue.
Wagger's Jewelry highlights a selection of graduating gifts suited for commemorating achievement. Customers can browse keepsakes, watches, and customized pieces designed to celebrate the graduate's milestone. Some items come with engraving options and convenient gift packaging.
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