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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1917
Page
1
Reports from Germany indicate a heavy transfer of troops from the eastern theater. Some units are said to head to Italy, with others possibly moving to the western front to support Haig’s tactics.
A Maastricht to Amsterdam telegram relayed by Central News reports heavy troop and artillery movement toward the Flanders front. The dispatch notes these forces appear drawn from the Russian front.
Wilmington reports the Norfolk strike scene remains unsettled though sympathy actions by longshoremen and freight handlers buoy clerks. Officials and the government hold silent while trains and shipments face varying disruptions. Nearby Norfolk lines note improving conditions, with some carriers returning to work and others tied up amid the walkout.
A registration card mailed by a former resident now in missionary work in Japan arrived at the Guilford county exemption board. It identifies Vernie B. Stanley born in High Point North Carolina as a missionary with US Army training. Card shows October 2 1917 date. received November 12. address Kashiwagi Yodohashi Mochi Toku Fu Tokyo.
Rumor spread that Lieut Charles Kephart was wounded during hand grenade practice at Camp Sevier. He was struck on the head by a grenade fragment while observing trench digging with two companions, but the injury was not severe and did not require official reporting.
Arthur Brown, referred to as negro in court records, was found guilty of carrying a concealed weapon and fined $50 plus costs after a separate assault case resulted in a not guilty verdict. The Rose theatre faced a not pros over cloth signs. The sentencing prayer was continued to Monday.
A blaze in Asheville on November 20 destroyed J. H. Creasman’s livery stable on Biltmere avenue, killing 35 horses and causing $50,000 in damage. Mrs. David Ross was slightly injured after leaping from the second floor with her 10 month old infant saved by a bystander. origin undetermined.
Washington reports the destroyer Chauncey was sunk in a collision in the war zone early yesterday. The incident, confirmed by Vice Admiral Sims, likely cost 2 lives. The Chauncey was a 120 ton older vessel.
Five survivors from the American steamship Rochester reached an Irish port after a German submarine attack on November 2. The five men were the sole survivors of a 12 member crew, bringing the Rochester death toll to 14 with four more lost to exposure and one drowned.
A master fire alarm box is installed at the north side hose company station to speed calls when the regular alarm is far away. Call 161. a North Side responder notes location and pulls the master lever to alert other companies and log the ward’s nearest fire box. A home phone card reading In Case of Fire Phone 16 is advised.
Philip Schiedmann and Frederick Avart rallied crowds in Dresden and Elberfeld to compel Germany and Austria to abandon annexation plans in Poland Lithuania and the Balkan provinces and to accept Russia's Bolshevik peace terms.
Paris reports a German submarine destroyed during an attack on the liner Medi and a convoy in the western Mediterranean on September 23. The Medi torpedoed without warning, then the Biskra fired when the U boat surfaced. An explosion followed as the submarine sank.
Washington reports that optimistic British claims on submarine relief do not alter Washington pressure on destroyer construction and anti submarine efforts. Secretary Daniels refused to reveal American vessel actions or submarine destruction counts, continuing Navy silence on specifics while progress appears to be made.
A telegram from John R. Mott praises the High Point drive as it aims to reach 37,000 for the YMCA War Work Fund. Local fundraising totals from merchants and individuals are listed as Greensboro reports shortfalls and vows to continue, with sizable contributions from firms like Tate Furniture Co and Continental Furniture Co.
Boston Massachusetts Governor McCall released a letter to Governor Cormwell of West Virginia denying a requisition for John Johnson a negro charged with attacking a white girl in Charleston. Brown reported sensational rumors due to Johnsons race and danger of conviction, recommending he not be returned to WV where he might face death.
Eckert visits test farms to verify winter spraying gear and chemistry readiness. Robinson and Gellert collaborate with extension service in Buncombe Haywood and Wilmington areas to study fruit insects and potato spraying for North Carolina. Sams surveys Martin County beekeeping for county honey production benchmarks. Honey please pass the pancakes.
Italian headquarters report heavy fighting as German and Italian positions clash north of the army center. Enemies mass forces around Monte Temera and Monte Tomba while efforts press toward Quero, with ongoing combat across northern Italy.
London reported by Premier Lloyd George that five German submarines were destroyedSaturday. The House of Commons received the announcement today as the war update from the government.
About 50 NC public and farm-life school students sign up for the Animal Industry Division contest at Wilson on January 2. Prizes include cash and a silver trophy. past participation was 26. Open to youths 10 to 17 who have not won a previous judging team or attended an agricultural college. R H Mason oversees entries and can provide details.
London dispatches report serious rioting in Berlin last Sunday with fierce clashes between mobs and police. Firearms were used, several casualties feared, as authorities tried to block an independent socialist demonstration amid bans on reporting.
Washington reports the Fuel Administration considers immediate withdrawal of the current priority order. Western coal shipments will be diverted to the east to relieve shortages, especially in New England.
Mrs Harvey W Wiley wife of the pure food expert was sentenced to district jail last Friday for picketing the White House and released on bond yesterday pending appeal. Mrs J H Short of Minneapolis was sent to Occoquan district work house last Wednesday for picketing and paid her fine to gain release.
Official Camp Sevier report notes one new meningitis case in 24 hours with no deaths. Measles and pneumonia appear to be receding as conditions improve. Civilians may enter camp under quarantine. city authorities may impose a broader quarantine.
American troops in France begin winter preparations as units pause drills to billet in draughty damp buildings. Cold wet weather in recent weeks prompts soldiers to seek safer accommodations and personal comfort opportunities.
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