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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1925
Page
4
A 1925 newspaper column notes New York’s support for Al Smith, with a digression on campaign finance and election law. It mentions hydrographic ship efforts near Diamond Shoals and Boston's shift toward the Republican party, reflecting varied political currents.
A judge in Asheville promptly jailed a Black man for loose talk during the trial, stating the remarks were ill advised and violated courtroom decorum. The incident interrupted proceedings and drawn attention to conduct in the courtroom.
The article notes Governor Byrd as a prominent Virginia figure, reflecting a growing public favor for a name long distinguished in Virginian history. It suggests continuing influence tied to a legacy spanning generations.
A Western North Carolina paper notes Florida residents discuss WNC with evident praise though the specifics are not quoted. The report suggests local sentiment favors WNC but provides no direct statements or details.
Reports of deaths from automobile accidents in 59 cities in 1925 total nearly 4,000. The figures reflect what people are willing to pay for speed in travel.
General Smadeley Butler returns to Marine Corps duty after serving as police chief in Philadelphia. Photographs suggest he needs a break from the city’s pressures.
The text argues that help from educated Black people is needed to suppress crime and punish criminals because a fair trial for an accused Black person is hard to provide, regardless of attendance figures. It asserts a state court should deliver a fair trial in a normal atmosphere of confidence in the legal system.
The director of the budget argues the governor has authority to keep the five percent reduction on legislative appropriations to state institutions. The governor must balance necessity for cuts with ensuring institutions receive funds while state income rises.
An approving city council backs using the third floor assembly room as town library quarters with standard fixtures and a paid librarian. Local women led by Mrs. H A White, Mrs. Owen-Smith, and Mrs. J J Farvis pledge to secure books, hoping future library bonds and wider civic access.
City council approves a local dog vaccination ordinance requiring anti hydrophobia serum for all dogs effective January 1. Officials cite recent North Carolina cases and medical advice favoring immunization over muzzling or confinement to prevent hydrophobia in humans.
General Smedley Butler returns to regular Marine duties after a high profile Philadelphia policing experiment. He acknowledged partial failure to eradicate vice, though advocates noted some effect, and the Marine commander's view of order execution remains nuanced.
John Blake examines how customs precede and shape laws, noting that laws form after evolving social norms. He traces the historical shift from hunter gatherer roles to formalized rules, highlighting the wife’s obedience as an early unwritten social constraint enforced by force.
The writer argues that biblical and church precedents on wives obedience belong to an era when women were silenced. As civilization advances, marriage should be a partnership with shared counsel. Observing Turkey and other nations, the move toward equality mirrors suffrage gains and legal reforms abandoning obedience.
The piece notes A Harry Moore wins New Jersey governor amid Prohibition issues and Klan ties cited. New York City backs Walker with a 401,581 plurality. Boston elects Malcolm Nichols mayor in a nonpartisan race. Stewart Appleby defeats Lyle Kinmouth in New Jersey Congress contest. John W Moore overtakes Thurman Dixon in Kentucky district.
A. Harry Moore, Democratic candidate and Jersey City commissioner, defeats Republican Arthur Whitney to become governor of New Jersey. Moore vows to urge Congress to modify the Volstead Act to permit light wines and beers. The election also confirms a Republican legislature and picks Stewart Appleby to replace his late father in Congress.
Virginia's entire Democratic ticket appeared poised for another term as results from a light election rolled in. Governor Harry Flood Byrd led with a 35,000 margin over S Harris Hoge. John M Purcell trailed the ticket, and John M Bassett showed notable strength for state treasurer as returns from precincts continued to arrive. Byrd’s seventh district produced a record majority.
Louis Stookey, director of city schools music, arranged a concert by 115 high school musicians from Twin City schools to be held next Tuesday night in the tabernacle. A full symphony orchestra and band of high school students will perform, marking the first such event for High Point with hopes for a large audience turnout.
Bible study classes are scheduled in private homes across the city tomorrow. A full list includes Mrs. J A Morris at Roland Park at 10 am, and multiple addresses for 2 pm and 3 pm sessions, with sites on Tomlinson, Anderson, South Main, Bay, Lindsay, Boulevard, North Main, Highland mill village, Green, Centennial, Denny, Hamilton, Louise, Arch, and Mallory streets.
Kiwanis members at the Sheraton hear C F Thomlinson discuss the High Point Thomasville and Denton Railroad. The line reports 20 miles rock balsted of 35, three 100 pound rails planned, 24 of 28 old bridges filled, and five locomotives in service. Daily trains numbered three each way with freight movements heavy. Attendance prize won by Rolland Holton. Winston Salem band to give concert November 10 at the tabernacle. A lively Pinehurst convention planned for Friday.
High Point College prepares for a tough game at Welch Field Saturday night as Dick Gurley brings Lenoir Rhyne to town. Spurlock returns to lead the Lutheran attack while DiMarco and Pankau star for the Panthers in defense and offense.
Unusual support swayed by John P. Bassett a wealthy Bassett furniture maker over Democrat Henry Purcell in the state treasurer contest. Incomplete returns show Purcell reelected by about 17 000, while Byrd leads in governor race with a 70 000 to 80 000 margin. Balloting appears light. governor-elect’s personal popularity suggests near 74 000 margin as in 1920.
Graham Prince and his orchestra visit the city and attend a Bland Piano studio demonstration of the Orthophonic Vistrola. They praise the sound clarity and instrument detectability in the Cone orchestra numbers. Demonstrations run daily until nine p.m.
Funeral services for Mrs. Flora Dean were held at Fairfield Methodist Protestant Church with Rev. C. H. Whitaker officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Pallbearers included Lloyd Cox, Will Cox, Johnnie Cox, Everett Leonard, Mack Leonard, and Charles Inmen. Flowers carried by Mrs. John Smith and Miss Agnes Modlin.
T Wingate Andrews superintendent of city schools will travel to Chapel Hill Thursday for an open forum debate between University of North Carolina and Oxford England on creating an international court of justice This is reportedly the first such debate at Carolina An informal banquet will follow the event Tau Kappa Alpha plans a homecoming for Carolina debaters Credentials include the 1908 Carolina University of Pennsylvania and Carolina George Veeenenatos debates
Lucille McVey Drew widow of actor Sidney Drew died at her home in Los Angeles after a lingering illness at age 35. She was rarely seen on screen since her husband’s death in 1919 and had written several of the plays in which they appeared.
Funeral services for Mrs. Gertrude Elizabeth Gourley were held at 10:30 this morning at Sechrest Funeral Parlor. She died yesterday at her Cassell street home after two months illness. Rev. E B McLarty of Wesley Memorial M E church conducted the services. Interment followed in Oakwood cemetery.
Judge Don C. McRae was elected commander of the Andrew Jackson Post 87 American Legion at a Tuesday meeting noted for high enthusiasm. The group outlined a November 11 membership drive aiming for 1,000 members, with the women's auxiliary serving dinner that day. Other officers elected unanimously include W. S. Harwell, Bruce Carraway, A. L. Payne, David Yow, Dr. I. T. Mann, and David Wright. the commander will choose an adjutant.
Chief A. B. Horney reports October fire activity in High Point with station one answering 16 alarms, station two 10, station three eight, and station four seven. Property at risk totaled 622,650 with 533,700 insured. losses amounted to 4,965, yielding savings of 528,735 for insurers and 617,685 for property owners.
Revival services begin at 7 30 this evening at the South Main Street Methodist church. All members and those who signed up at tabernacle meetings are urged to attend as the series continues through next Sunday evening with Rev W B Davis in charge.
Evangelist Rev George Stephens spoke to High Point police in city hall council chamber praising traffic handling during the campaign. He gave each officer a pocket testament and urged daily reading. Chief E A McGhee and others testified to blessings from the campaign.
The S C Clark office chaired by the gang nominating committee named a permanent board of directors this afternoon. A follow up meeting at 9 tomorrow will finalize the organization. Directors listed include Gurley, Mac Jester, White, Whipple, Mann, Ingram, Will, Bizzell and others. ministers and J Elwood Cox named honorary members.
Mr and Mrs William C Ed wards announce the arrival of a son Roy Gray Edwards born November 2 1925 at 123 Elm Street.
Friends report Alton Wilson is improving after an appendicitis operation at High Point Hospital this morning.
We thank our many friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and death of my dear wife and for the floral offerings. Special thanks to the Tomlinson Chair Mfg. Co. and the Silk Mill in Danville Virginia for their wreaths. May God bless each one. A J Wilson and families.
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