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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
4
November 2 1916 discussion defends revealing O Henry prison life as necessary truth and inspiration for his works. Henry’s daughter counters the portrayal as advertising, while Dr Smith argues the account justice and historic honesty outweighs family concerns.
A Virginia newspaper praises the German submarine Deutschland and its crew for ingenuity and nerve, noting their trans Atlantic under water commerce potential. It links the visit to easing strained relations after the Marina torpedoing and cites medicine imports as lowering drug prices. It speculates on future subs crossing oceans and credits Germany.
High Point shows steady growth in building spending nearly doubling Greensboro in the past month. The city’s ongoing expansion hinges on building investments and manufacturing activity, suggesting High Point may soon rank among North Carolina’s leading cities. An Enterprise feature explores creamery prospects for the region and their relevance to local growth.
The cotton market opened steady with futures showing modest gains in early trading. January contracts rose to 18.99 and May to 19.26, while December and January futures hovered around 18.68, with March at 7-51 and May near 18.98 as analysts note cautious buying from yesterday's sellers.
In Chicago trading on Nov 2, Argentine words of dry weather spurred a brief rally but prices closed lower. December futures ranged around 182% to 183% and May near 183% as selling pressure followed a sharp bulge earlier in the session, with figures slipping from the previous close.
The City Slicker staff hosted A L Stockin of the Greensboro News, praised as a top all round newspaper man in the state, during a friendly visit with The Record and Stockin deemed slick and prosperous appearing.
The week focuses on forecasters who gauge the election outcome next week as political observers await results and pundits present forecasts, signaling heightened scrutiny of polling, campaigns, and voter sentiment ahead of the vote.
A quotation from the Asheville Citizen notes that opposing views should not be kept private. The remark highlights the value of open discourse and tolerance for disagreement in public life.
Major Burke, advance agent for the wild west show, said in Wilson that the tour is running well and will definitely appear in Wilson on the advertised date. He noted the show will travel via the Norfolk and Southern railroad. The Republican message notes Wilson on March 4 with the slogan Wilson, that's all.
The Richemond News Leader notes there is no longer any question that Villa's death report was a typographical error and clarifies the record.
The Durham Sun notes a witty remark on dances and fashion while Salisbury Post questions what constitutes normal conditions in Mexico. Macon Telegraph recalls a light dinner scene with casual cigarette inquiry, and Rocky Mount Telegram comments on church advertising. Hickory Record mentions church ads and future sales plans.
A brief item in the Charlotte News mentions the game X0lf as notable, highlighting its impact and a few elements that some feel should remain private.
The Wilmington Dispatch quotes a skeptical view that Mexico’s government intends to buy a substantial fleet of aircraft, depicting it as a rare windfall for Mexican citizens.
The Asheville Times questions if Buncombe residents recognize the Tongh representative as the source of all achievements by the last Congress. The writer notes the claim may be egotistical yet wonders who knows better.
A northern couple announces plans to take their honeymoon trip by aeroplane. The couple aims for a novel wedding journey with air travel as the central feature of their plans.
A terse note from the Henderson Dispatch suggests plans or possibilities involving air travel may occur soon, though no concrete details or dates are provided.
George Bradford and Arthur Stagg were fined five dollars and costs for affray and for carrying a concealed razor and assault with a deadly weapon after a Halloween dance riot at the Locimer hotel. Jack Weiner was acquitted of affray. The clash, in front of the entrance, sent girls fleeing through windows as the fight ended with officers arriving.
North Carolina Guilford County Minnie Ball must answer or demur by December 3 1916 in Greensboro in response to a summons issued October 10 1916 in Alexander Ball v Minnie Ball for an absolute divorce. The action seeks relief as stated in the complaint filed by M W Gant clerk of the Superior Court.
A notice of trustee sale under a deed of trust for Samuel B. Coffin Inc. describes the High Point area property in Guilford County North Carolina. The sale, by Julius C. Smith trustee, is set for November 23, 1916 at 2 30 PM at the Guilford County Courthouse Greensboro, with both real estate and listed fixtures and stock on site included in the lien.
Legal notice fragment dated October 10 1913 from Guilford County court clerk W Gant. Indicates a superior court matter involving a defendant and spouse with a 11 to 14 week term or period referenced.
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