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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1922
Page
5
The document outlines an immediate extension of High Point city limits in all directions. It calls for a full city government, parks and playgrounds, a passenger station, elevated tracks, a city planning system, more homes, paved streets, sewer and water expansion, and hard surfaced roads to reach a 21,000 population.
An editorial laments the shift in sentiment toward allies England France and Italy. It recalls World War II era camaraderie and sacrifice while noting fatigue and reluctance to cooperate in rebuilding a postwar world. The piece reflects on strained relationships as Berton Binley references and mentions the New Brunswick murder case.
The Greensboro city council approves increased spending for the public library as part of broader budget measures. The piece notes political tensions and mentions related issues including citizenship policies and local governance alongside speculative remarks about parties and individuals.
Report notes Soviet leaders have abandoned expectations of sparking a global communist uprising. Analysts say internal issues and strategic recalibration reduce chances of international upheaval.
Opponents fear higher taxes and more city services for outskirts businesses, but advocates argue extended boundaries are essential for future growth. A Baltimore case shows extended limits bring paved streets, utilities, and lower fire insurance, easing planning and boosting urban cohesion. High Point seeks zoning and planning to guide industrial and residential growth beyond current limits.
High Point extends its Red Cross membership drive to raise participation to an adequate level. The campaign asks for a one dollar annual membership from every eligible resident, noting the organization helps in mine disasters, fires, and other distress. The city is urged to follow Thomasville’s example of strong annual giving.
Last night the Clifford Devereux Players presented Romeo and Juliet at the high school. A small audience, mostly students seeking extra credit, attended and critics note the troupe offered real drama despite the limited turnout. The promoters suffered a heavy financial loss as public interest did not meet expectations.
The article argues Shakespearean drama remains emotionally resonant and entertaining beyond perceived duty or pretension. It notes many did not attend last night’s Romeo and Juliet, attributing it to tastes of High Point residents and praises the local troupe for delivering high quality performances.
In New York a man sues neighbor for 5007 alleging his parrot’s affection was worth that sum. The case follows a pinochio party incident where the neighbor shot at the parrot. Separately the Marion Mosher schooner case sees cargo released by Assistant Attorney General Mabel Willebrandt after ship and sloop seizure questions.
A youth on one foot and a sock clad other hopped from a Nassau Street shoe shop. He stood at the shop window, identified the shoe he wanted, pointed it out to the clerk, and hopped back inside.
Merchants on Fifth Avenue debate whether to illuminate their windows at night or keep them dark after dark. About forty percent favor lighting to show festive wares while sixty percent prefer sobriety, arguing brightness could invite film shows and spoil the avenue’s refined tone. Broad Street remains fully lit, highlighting the contrast in city retail districts.
Andrew Dack of Farmingdale sneaks into Mrs. Mary Cox's West Fightieth Street home. He dashes to a shop on Columbus Avenue as Cox and a maid pursue him. He offers to fetch the officer and delays contact until a later encounter with a policeman.
Edmund M. Lie and two mechanics were killed when their aircraft crashed during the Grand Air Commercial contest in Le Bourget Paris France. The tragedy followed a flight intended to showcase new aviation technology and beer advertising.
North Carolina’s crops show strength with fruit and hay yields up while weather hurt corn and small grains. Prices in November 1922 reflect lower farm returns, with state comparisons noting Virginia above average and Georgia and South Carolina below. A separate Wake county case involves a reckless driving arrest linked to a fatal trip with Lambros, Bowen facing related charges as witnesses place Lambros at fault.
The article profiles Mr. Long who shifted from the mirror business to the Southern Furniture Exposition Building company in 1919. It credits him with shaping the building as a city upbuilder, notes his roles with local banks and firms, and lists his civic memberships including the chamber of commerce, Rotary, Shrine, Elks, and Woodmen of the World.
The article notes Republicans may emphasize taxation in the 1924 campaign while discussing Frank Parker who expects slightly higher pounds earnings this year. It also mentions insect concerns like boll weevil, farm yields, and forecasts of cotton and hay with calls for thrift and diversification. L Bowen faces manslaughter charges as the driver of a fatal auto crash that killed Pete Lambros.
Directors of the chambers of commerce return 323,500 to American Legion posts from a 110,000 fund used to entertain legionnaires at the Kansas City national convention. Twenty two thousand five hundred sixty dollars will back a regional home land purchase in Kansas City. The money is turned over to the American Legion Trust Fund Association which had been in contact here. The association sent greetings to General Diaz Marshal Foch and Lord Beattie on the convention anniversary.
Urge veterans to reinstate and convert their World War II insurance notes a Utah drive. J G Blanch head of the U S Veterans bureau district in Denver reports about 500000 dollars of policies reinstated and converted by members of the American Legion. Col C R Forbes says if Utah succeeds a nationwide campaign will follow.
Pegram J R Pegram of Winston and L Rabe of Salisbury appeared in Mocksville court waived examination and posted $1 000 bonds for superior court. They were later jailed on a Randolph county charge and required $1 0450 bonds for violating the blue sky law by selling stock in the High Point Springless Shade Co without state license. Bond forfeitures totaling $2 006 were directed to Guilford county.
Mrs A Speer of Akron has long been a pioneer in women’s employment with the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. For twenty years she served as an agent at Shawnee Ohio, and six months ago she was transferred as a passenger agent.
High Point Shriners announce ceremonies of Osiris temple to be held in Charlotte in December. A large number of candidates is expected to be initiated during the ceremony linked to a business session. Petitions must be filed by November 22. Local Shriners anticipate many attendees and several candidates from this area.
Atlanta chamber of commerce officials said immediate relief from the coal shortage is forecast after a National Fuel Administrator telegram ordered eleven East railways to supply 4,000 coal cars to the Louisville and Nashville railroad for shipments to the Southeast within ten days.
Berlin police launched action in Unter Den Linden to remove foreigners who arrived after the mark’s collapse. Sixty individuals without passports or permits were detained in a police dragnet and will be sent back to their countries of origin.
Edward I. Alsop a wealthy retired Pittsburgh steel maker living in Washington for two decades died Sunday night at 86 his death attributed to old age He will be buried in Pittsburgh where his legal residence was maintained
Postal inspectors in Youngstown Ohio seek a young woman for questioning in connection with the death of W W Sterrett of Devon Pennsylvania and the serious illness of his wife, believed to be linked to a poisoned gent.
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