Textile Association Rebuke of McMahon Returns Fire in South
The piece contrasts union leadership in textiles, noting Gastonia radicals clash with conservative United Textile Workers led by Thomas F. McMahon. Southern manufacturers rebuke McMahon, denying wage talks, citing past New England unrest and urging human‑centered reform to stabilize prosperity.
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South
Southern Textile Association
Thomas F. McMahon
United Textile Workers of America
McMahon
New England
J. E. Sirrine
Greenville
S. C
Demand for Tax on Booze Sold Draws Prohibition Tension
Federal authorities intensify penalties on bootleggers under revenue laws as enforcement agents push heavy taxation measures to curb whiskey sales and enforce prohibition.
Whiskey dealers protected by local authorities resist federal pressure
The passage describes whiskey dealers who enjoy police protection, able to evade federal pursuit once local authorities withdraw support. It notes these entrenched operators often own property and face federal efforts targeting those most vulnerable, hinting that tax bills and payment demands may be used as leverage in such actions.
Trotman bold sortie from bushel in Virginia campaign
The De Priest circular in Virginia politics is confessed as the handiwork of I C Trotman of Suffolk a former anti Smith state committee member. The incident draws denials from both major parties as readers infer the document was offensive.
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Virginia
I. C. Trotman
Suffolk
anti-Smith State Committee
Republican Party
Democratic Party
One Strong Man In The Jury Room
Albert B. Fall blames a lone juror for turning the panel against him in his bribery trial. He asserts the judge’s influence aided the prosecution and notes defections from the initial twelve to a verdict unfavorable to him. The piece discusses jury dynamics and the impact of a single persuasive juror on verdict outcomes.
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Albert B. Fall
Fall
Prohibition Split In Canada Two Provinces
Ontario endorsed the current liquor control system while Nova Scotia voted to end prohibition and establish a liquor control board. The Nova Scotia referendum highlighted ongoing moral and cultural tensions as bootlegging persisted under lax prescription rules and popular demand for reform.
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Ontario
Liquor Board
Nova Scotia
Liquor Control Board
Nova
New World
Hard Boiled Juries By Bruce Catton
A look at recent high profile convictions suggesting juries are hard boiled. Fall Pantages and Doody are cited as examples of unwillingness to excuse crimes, with comments on shifting public attitudes toward mercy in the courtroom.
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Bruce Catton
Myers argues 300 member House would boost efficiency
William Starr Myers, Columbia professor, told the State Literary and Historical Society that reducing the U S House to about 300 members could raise efficiency without harming representation. He cited two party system benefits, critiques of large legislatures, and urged leadership unity while criticizing the lame duck session.
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Raleigh
House of Representatives
Congress of the United States
William Starr Myers
Columbia University
State Literary and Historical Society
Myers
Literary and Historical Society
Mr. Myers
Europe
United States
Senate
House
Congress
John Stuart Mill
Great Britain
Three R's Not Neglected in Modern Schools
Dr. Carleton H. Mann of Asheville NC finds modern public schools devote more time to the three R's than in 1866 and four times more than in 1826. He argues the extra instruction strengthens fundamentals and complements newer educational features.
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Carleton H. Mann
Asheville
N. C
Readjustment term used for bear market in poker sense
A witty line notes that calling a bear market a readjustment is apt for a person who goes broke in a poker game, framing financial downturn with gambling imagery.
Wailing Wall Reference Sparks Wall Street Laughs
A playful line notes the original Wailing Wall is in Palestine while observing scarce humor along Wall Street, implying a somber mood in the financial district. The remark contrasts sacred site with trades and tempers the topic with light sarcasm.
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Walls
Wall Street
Modern furniture and the risk of a sleeping husband
A lighthearted note warns that even stylish furniture cannot prevent a husband from dozing in the wastebasket, highlighting domestic quirks with a humorous tone.
Mortality stat notes 89 year life span fixed
The statistician says life expectancy remains 89 years, a figure linked to men. The speaker counters that grandmothers may become more playful at that same age, suggesting a lighter view of aging.
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Grandma
Hoover Sees Good Neighbors By Borrowing Eggs
President Hoover quipped that a test of good neighbors is borrowing six eggs and returning them. He warned that those who demand repayment prove they are not good neighbors.
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Hoover
Youth Sues Over Hearing Loss for 13000 Dollars
A youth filed a lawsuit seeking 13000 dollars claiming hearing impairment. The case stems from noise exposure he alleges from nearby radio and cinema activity.
Mrs Roxie Davis Dies At Hospital
Mrs Roxie Davis aged 76 died last night at 10 o'clock in a local hospital where she had been a patient since last Wednesday. She was born December 18 1856 in Davidson county to Andrew and Cynthia Hayworth. She was widow of Harrigan Davis and survived by two daughters Mrs R M Dillon of High Point and Mrs J W James of Jamestown, plus three brothers Geo and Martin Hayworth of High Point and John Hayworth of Lexington, two sisters Mrs Viney Craven and Mrs Jas Forrest of High Point, and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at 3 pm at Mechanicsville Primitive Baptist church with Rev E C Roach and Elder Moses Williard. interment in church cemetery.
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Andrew
Cynthia Pitts Hayworth
Davidson County
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R. M. Dillon
High Point
RH. F. DD
Moses Williard
Mrs. Mary Louise Horne Succumbs After Stroke
Mrs. Mary Louise Horne 52 wife of Ben Horne died at her home 3805 Chestnut Street yesterday afternoon from a sudden stroke of paralysis. Born Hendersonville July 15 1877 she was a Baptist church member since childhood. Survived by husband three sons Bennie Joseph Victor two daughters Mrs. R A Lackey and Mrs. R A Lekey and Mrs. W E Metcalf of this city three brothers J E Chas C and Elbert Surrett and two sisters Mrs. Ella Freeman Henderson County and Mrs. C C Hames Union S C. Funeral from home Sunday at 2 p m. Interment Pleasant Grove cemetery.
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Chestnut Street
Hendersonville
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Hattie Surrett
The
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Joseph
Victor
R. A. Lackey
R. A. Lekey
W. E. Metcalf
City
J. E., Chas. C
Elbert Surrett
Ella Freeman
Henderson County
C. C. Hames
Union
South Carolina
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
Unification scheme outlined by commission advances
The commission outlines an oral unification plan while its draft, expected next month by Commissioner Porter, aims to invite lines and protect public interest. It seeks to preserve competition, maintain trade channels, and set equal rate return on competitive traffic. Proposals range from ten to thirty systems nationwide, with four to six major east trunk lines. Baltimore presents four applications for line control before the commission.
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Porter
Baltimore
Hartman Hotel in Hollister Still Locks Door Missing
The Hartman hotel in Hollister California has had no lock or key for its front door since it was built fifty years ago.
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Hollister
Cal
Florida Bulls Lead U S Production At 82 Million
Florida produced 82 million bulls this season, accounting for about 43 percent of all U S output. The figure highlights Florida's dominant role in national cattle production.
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Florida
United States
Ponca City Electric Plant Posts Substantial Eight-Year Profit
The municipally owned electric plant in Ponca City Ohio reports earnings exceeding 984000 dollars over the last eight years, indicating strong fiscal performance for the city.
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Ponca City
Ohio
Quiet Cotton Goods Market Amid Stock Market Unsettlement
New York November 2. Cotton goods markets have been quiet all week as buyers hesitate with unsettled stock markets and sellers refrain from forcing sales. Prices remain nominally unchanged with October shipments steady and finished goods demand down. Black and gray fabrics see weaker demand while colored cottons hold value. auto trades slow and yarns show little price movement.
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New York
Southern
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