High Point, N C a Furniture Center of the South
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1916, paints High Point as a major manufacturing hub with a population of 15,008 and four square miles. The city runs under a commission form of government and sits 940 feet above sea level with a mean annual temperature of 58 degrees. It reports a $1,500,004 freight bill, five banks totaling 2,415,599.27 in deposits, and ranks as the world’s second largest furniture manufacturing city with $8,000,000 in total output. It houses the largest silk mill, electric car factory, and organ factory in the South, hosts 35 churches, is well served by three railroad systems, and lists electric power use.
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High Point
What the Papers Say in a Rambling Column
A rambling digest notes Twenty-cent cotton and eleven cent flour, Durham speeches by Mr. Gass, and weather shifts blamed for a local rise. Observations poke at radio headlines, Georgia soldiers spending gold, Wall Street glass rooms, Hillsboro politics, and Greensboro police exhibits.
What Is the Matter With High Point
The Enterprise urges High Point to wake up and embrace city status. It praises progressive citizens, notes industrial strength, and calls for a planning commission to guide future growth and prevent crooked streets. It cites bond issues for streets and compares to Charlotte Greensboro and Raleigh.
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High Point
Calls for Senate Investigation of Political Corruption
The editorial urges a full inquiry into campaign corruption and the money used to influence voters. It argues the senate committee could uncover frauds and draft enforcement laws, while noting England’s anti corruption act as a model and warning citizens to demand lawful safeguards. It ridicules a quoted line about an ignorant girl as a misplaced insult.
City planning committee urged for definite plans
Citizens advocate a city planning commission and formal, promissory discussions. They argue for an architect drawn plan before construction, noting that building a city requires a clear, adhered to blueprint rather than ad hoc development. No opposition to planning commission is cited.
Berlin Peace Talks Debated Yet Three Years Late
In Berlin discussions surge on a lasting peace benefiting all mankind. Commendable motives are cited but Berlin is nearly three years late in advancing them as reported by Asheville Citizen.
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Berlin
Asheville
Is There No Escape Nominations for 120 In Order
The Durham Sun reports nominations are officially in for the 120 project with local organizers confirming candidate names and scheduled proceedings, outlining the next steps in the process and expected votes.
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Durham Sun
Potatoes Suggested as Bread Substitutes
A Wilmington Star reader notes that potatoes could replace bread but rising potato prices may push a shift toward cake as a fallback option.
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Wilmington Star
Candy prices rise with sugar and box costs
Advance information notes higher prices for candy due to increased sugar costs and more expensive cardboard for candy boxes. It also mentions that ice cream soda prices have gone up in some cities.
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Concord Tribune
Bargain Counter. The Momimeth Cave is announced for sue
In the Wilmington Star a terse note says a cave named Momimeth is sued over while large tracts of idle but fertile land in North Carolina remain untapped. The piece casts a cautious tone about land use and legal actions.
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Sue
North Carolina
Wilmington Star
People Rule Despite Dark Spots in Ashboro Chronicle
In Ashboro the Courier notes that the public maintains governance despite isolated troubles. The piece highlights citizen resilience and ongoing local governance amid sporadic concerns.
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Ashboro
Directional marvels of migratory birds return to boxes
A note on how door yard martins return to the same boxes each year after visiting Brazil, illustrating the mystery and precision of avian migration and homing tendencies.
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Brazil
Hughes Bet Questioned After Wilson Victory Doubt
The Hickory Record notes Hughes appeared a strong choice but did not concede his election as Wilson seemed unlikely to win. The edition reflects uncertainty shared by many readers about the outcome.
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Hughes
Wilson
Hickory
He Who Dances Must Pay the Orchestra
A recorder's court met Tuesday morning with three offenders tried two for gambling and one for stealing. The two gamblers were fined five dollars plus costs and the chief offender, a 14 year old boy, was hired out in his good conduct.
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Recorder’s Court
Thomasville Times
Appreciation of Home Grown Products in Charlotte Market
The Charlotte market opened with 20 cents for a bale but quickly settled into a 20 cent level for all bales. A brief market boom occurred at the start before stabilizing at 20 cents for a lot of 200 bales and continuing thereafter.
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Charlotte
Therafter
Charlotte Observer
Poultry and crime link noted by the World in Greensboro comparison
The New York World argues a cause and effect between poultry and crime is clear in Greensboro, unlike other towns. The Greensboro Daily News quotes the World noting the relationship has never been a mystery there.
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New York
New York World
Greensboro
Greensboro Daily News
Bruce Craven Visits Trinity and North Carolina
The Hickory Record notes a visit by Bruce Craven from Trinity and North Carolina yesterday. Craven comes across as breezy with strong opinions and a willingness to insist on them.
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Hickory Record
Record
Bruce Craven
Trinity
North Carolina
Craven
Sunday meeting yields reported 248000 attendance
The note claims Billy Sunday drew 248000 in a recent meeting and suggests the cost of getting religion has risen, reflecting concern over expenses and religious movements.
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Billy Sunday
Charlotte
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