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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1917
Page
5
A dramatic reminiscence on a brave student who spurned fortune and died in service. The speaker contrasts pride and folly, praising his courage and faith. The piece touches on valor, sacrifice, and the void of a grave or cross to mark his fall, ending with notes of wartime transport to Charlotte and local visits.
New York November 10 A nationwide Y M C A fundraising drive opens to raise 35 million dollars for soldier welfare. Workers from cities and towns aim to fund huts near front lines and support YMCA services for troops in Europe and camps including cantonments and ports. Golf Opens at Pinehurst with a busy season ahead through April featuring United North and South championships.
The High Point area experiences unusually warm conditions that mimic summer weather. Residents note the odd warmth as holidays approach and memories of autumn foliage and cooling days fade, while mountain visitors with oxen-drawn wagons remind locals seasons have shifted yet again.
The author urges support for the National War Work Council of the Y M C A, praising its camp and trench work for soldiers. He reports visits to Camp Greene and Camp Lee, describes Y M C A huts, services, and shows, and argues for a large donation to sustain nine months of wartime activity.
Thieves absconded with three cars after stealing a Buick in front of the First Baptist church. Police pursued toward Jamestown then Greensboro but halted as suspects escaped. the Buick was later found abandoned on North Hamilton Street. Authorities note rising auto raids and compare them to border incursions, urging local measures.
A Washington woman writes to her sister in Michigan about using U S Food Administration advice to adjust recipes. She experiments with fat content in sour cream butter and milk, notes substitutions, and praises Thrift Bulletin No. 4. The letter extols war era home economy and pride in service dress.
A Detroit reader praises Foley’s Honey and Tar for treating bronchitis and lingering coughs. The testimonial from L. W. Day at 65 Campbell Ave. emphasizes rapid relief, endorsed by time and thousands of users. Mann Drug Co sells the genuine product.
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