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The Enterprise is delivered in the city by carrier at ten cents per week. Subscribers who fail to receive their paper on time should notify the circulation department with a courtesy report.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1917
Page
4
The Enterprise is delivered in the city by carrier at ten cents per week. Subscribers who fail to receive their paper on time should notify the circulation department with a courtesy report.
The article argues the German submarine campaign is broken and that victory at sea enables the United States to deliver a decisive blow. It cites Arthur Pollen’s analysis, noting reduced British tonnage losses, rapid shipbuilding, and a forecast that sea defeat will force Germany into a downward slide, shortening the conflict and shaping Allied strategy.
Asheville women denounce the United States Food Administration pledge as German prisoners at Hot Springs, North Carolina, dine extravagantly. They argue saving while others are fed well is unfair and accuse war jealousy of guiding ordinary Americans.
Twenty four county jails were inspected by the state board of health with an average score of 56 out of a possible 100. Scores show poor sanitary conditions with vermin, insufficient clothing, bathing facilities, cleanliness, and recreation lacking in many jails. Some jails posted higher marks while Northampton and Transylvania tied for the lowest, and Madison and Vance posted the best. The article condemns noncompliance with sanitary rules and criticizes civic attitudes toward food administration during wartime.
Trenton New Jersey reports Food Administrator Hoover plans to focus on oysters to curb rising prices. He aims to use federal influence to stabilize markets and protect consumers.
Rome reports Italian forces have repelled German efforts to cross the Piave River, preserving river defenses and maintaining strategic position. The report highlights continued fighting with renewed confidence for Italian units along the front.
It All persons are hereby forbidden to shoot in or around the city cemetery under penalty of the law. T. J. MURPHY, City Mer.
Tax payments for High Point 1917 are due at the city collector's office. A one per cent discount applies to taxes paid in November. City Manager T. J. Murphy signs the notice.
A stray, violent provocation on Main Street prompts swift action by the town's vigilant force led by Chief Metshee. Officers halt the assailant and detain them at the municipal hospital to prevent further disruption.
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