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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1916
Page
6
A planter from Jones County shoots a man at Ravenwood after a confrontation. Witnesses say the planter fired when threatened and the victim died from multiple wounds. A coroner's jury exonerated the planter, deeming the shooting justified. The district attorney and authorities investigate possible conspiracy connections to Pan American trade discussions.
A garbled report discusses proposed measures affecting a tree policy and visitor rules, citing concerns about infection risk, health officials, and statutory dangers. It mentions a Commissioner, potential widespread orders within weeks, and references to water and distribution issues amid confusion.
United Press notes a Missouri race with a Republican candidate facing late nomination issues and write-in possibilities. It also reports Shriners preparing for a New Bern convention and charity efforts, highlighting varied political and social activity across states.
A garbled newspaper notice invites readers to mail five cents to Foley Co at 2835 Sheffield Ave Upscago for a trial package of Foley’s Hegrey and Tar Pompound for coughs colds and croup Roeley Kid ney Pills and Eley Cathartic Tablets from May Mann Drug Co.
A fragmentary tale notes an Habana workman earned one dollar for labor in making cigars claimed to be for the German emperor. It mentions a Providince Journal and a claim about who produced the cigars and the payment, while wondering if the emperor smokes them, without confirming details.
Chicago Y M C A reports 23 707 members making it the largest in the world under president W F E Hypes. A recent membership campaign added 507 new members boosting totals as the association continues rapid growth.
A 1 1/2 year old girl, child of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. McMahan, was found drowned in a wash tub in the back yard on Second Street Pomona. Coroner Stansbury viewed the body after neighbors said the mother had briefly left the child near several water tubs during a weekly washing. Rescue attempts were unsuccessful.
Police probe a grim tale surrounding Maud Acker’s death, shot by Vera Dan Dorn last December. A visiting man Bo DL Nietzey kept vigil at Acker’s grave before dying by his own hand, leaving a letter accusing Dorn’s family. Dorn proclaims innocence as the case widens.
Capt W T Weaver longtime leader in North Carolina power development died in Asheville. He helped organize the county water power projects and led the street railway and electric lighting system company. Weaver was wealthy, educated at Weaver College, a Methodist church member, and a former Cleveland postmaster at age 27.
The ad urges men to stay fit to seize opportunities and avoid health hindrances. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues and general aches, claiming significant relief and improved well being.
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