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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1916
Page
4
The piece reports chaotic political commentary as early returns suggested close races between Wilson and Hughes and commentators claimed varying outcomes. It likens the moment to a past Cleveland election and describes public excitement at The Enterprise office with patrons discussing results and future political shifts.
A fragment cites speculation about a future streetcar system in Dallas that could involve a cotton seed measure, referenced in a chatter-filled column. The note hints at public transit debate and potential economic links without detailing concrete decisions or dates.
A collection of quoted editorials and opinions argues that dancing aids the insane and should be adopted in California politics. Other clippings mock politicians, voters and women poll holders while praising poultry shows and county fairs as notable features.
A Macon Telegraph snippet notes time is tight with a due date the day after tomorrow and urges prompt handling to avoid lapse. The casual remark emphasizes urgency in a hurried tone.
A Criennsboro Daily News item claims thirteen thousand mail bags were seized by the British and opened for reading, prompting critique over priorities during wartime and the public outcry at this intrusion into mail service.
The Wilmington Star notes a preference to skip all B- national holidays if it means avoiding training for fighting. The piece suggests days in Russia receive more attention than holidays, highlighting a tension between commemoration and military preparation.
Brief item notes election Tuesday followed by Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping concerns. Obscure phrasing suggests a local notice about economic caution and seasonal timing without concrete names or places.
The U S department of agriculture urges cotton growers to save seed for next spring due to unusual southern conditions and world market effects. Farmers should ensure seed quality, avoid contamination during ginning, and store unginned seed for careful processing as drought floods and boll weevil infestations tighten supply.
Cotton trading opened with strong momentum as active months gained 43 to 4 points in the first hour on covering and bail support. December sold at 19.40, January 19.43, March 19.62, May 19.55, July 19.69 with election uncertainty keeping nerves high and heavy realizing.
A rector warns a boy gathering mushrooms in the rectory fields about toadstools and misidentification. The boy replies that they will not eat them, they are for sale at market, in a humorous local exchange from Tit-Rits.
Wheat developed strength today as European visible supply declined and crop advices in Europe were adverse. Opening prices varied from unchanged to 7 cents higher, followed by a rebound and then a renewed upturn.
A local exhibition showcases a large number of unusually fine chrysanthemums in bloom. Dazzling petals attract visitors and highlight the variety and quality of the display.
An advertisement touts a medical office at 608 Washington Street run by John Kilby offering free consultations and “permanent care or benefit” with reasonable terms. It claims cripples can walk, patients recover quickly, and guarantees apply for 15 days regardless of race or color, inviting all to visit.
Captain William Weaver 58 died at his Woolsey home after illness. A western NC industrial pioneer, he led the North Carolina Electrical Power Co, chaired Asheville National Bank, and held Wachovia ties. Former postmaster at 27 under Grover Cleveland and a Centra Methodist member. Funeral tomorrow at his home with Dr AL L Byrd officiating. Riverside Cemetery interment.
Northbound and Asheboro branch times listed for trains No 21 35 107 145 1435 142 26 134 147 with arrival and departure times including mornings afternoons and evenings. Schedules show connections to Asheboro and indicates multiple daily services with varied departure times.
Senator William Sentsbury chair of the Democratic senatorial campaign committee reports early returns showing a loss of two Democrats and a gain of four, claiming Republicans cannot control the United States Senate. Indiana result remains unclear.
A bazaar opened at 9 30 featuring novel and beautiful needlework and ornamental pieces. The display mixes useful items with decorative crafts, inviting visitors to browse and purchase handcrafted goods.
In London Connecticut on November 8 the countess wife of the German ambassador inspected the German submarine Utachiand. She observed the vessel from the deck and through the periscope. An ambuscador denied involvement and Captain Ohnig declined comment. Mail from Washington indicated a courier would carry dispatches to Germany.
Scrambled OCR shows timetable notice from Asheboro North Carolina listing daily train arrivals at 6:40 am and 10:39 pm with a disclaimer information only and no guarantees. It names agents Burkhead and Kyle and Brard and traffic manager Dea f s Gea l Pass.
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