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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1925

Page

4

Captain Foley Faces Folly With Palatably Bright Colors

Captain Foley admits his folly yet defends its aim as not malign. He came through with flying colors though battle scars remain. The postal service grants Florida air mail, Morgan offers 100 million in Italian bonds at 7 percent. the offering is quickly oversubscribed. The New York colored girl gains the title Mrs Rhinelander by marriage.

Foley Morgan New York Rhinelander Boas Peggy

Congressman Sentenced to Federal Penitentiary Shocks

Despite ongoing criticism of Congress, a sitting member of the House faces federal imprisonment as the sentence is handed down, a surprising development in national politics.

Congress House Federal Penitentiary

Marion Butler Faces Two Paths in Republican Battle

The report says Marion Butler is determined to be a big Republican or be squashed. Butler has experience with both outcomes and believes neither is fatal.

Marion Butler Marion

Grange Could Earn Up To 20000 Per Game in Pro Football

An official estimate places Red Grange earning from 10000 to 20000 dollars per game if he joins professional football. The figure reflects potential profits behind the move.

Red Grange

Tax Cuts Seen Offset by State and Local Levies

The passage argues that federal tax reductions may be eroded by higher state county and city taxes, suggesting readers expect little net relief as governments at all levels adjust revenue. It reflects a political viewpoint on fiscal policy and intergovernmental tax effects.

Washington

University leader backs forceful weed out of defectives idea

The University of Michigan president renews the plan to weed out defectives by force, but lacks consensus on who qualifies. North Carolina and Tennessee support a federal Smokies park project with about one million dollars to be raised by their residents, citing expected gasoline tax returns covering the investment.

University of Michigan North Carolina Tennessee Federal Park Smokies

Benefits of a Comprehensive River Survey in North Carolina

North Carolina should systematically study water resources beyond electricity and municipal needs. The Natural Resources department notes prior Deep River work with industrial aid, and calls for a statewide Haw River survey for continuous data access.

North Carolina

Strange case prompts hospital boss to defend rules

A letter from Edgecombe county man, a county schools superintendent, complains of denied access to his wife at a state tuberculosis sanatorium. Dr. McCain counters that the writer stayed until after visiting hours and had a race in Charlotte before his arrival, urging readers to consider all angles of the incident.

McCain Edgecombe County Charlotte North Carolina Edgecombe

Water resources study links Haw River potential to industry

The Deep River survey reveals how data on minimum flows and water supply affect Haw River development. It notes industrial cooperation shaped the study, warns that lack ofAdvance data harms investment, and urges early buying and mailing to ease Christmas demand.

Water Resources Division Greensboro Burlington Graham Haw River Deep River Haw Cape Fear

Postmasters Appeal for Cooperation to Ease Christmas Mail

The postmaster appeals for community help to handle the Christmas mail. Postmasters nationwide urge timely mailing to reduce last minute surge that burdens mail channels and affect service.

Last Night's Performance Sparks Local Debate on Modesty

George White's Scandals drew mixed reviews at the American theater last night with praise for scenic effects and criticism for its provocative content. Henderson Dispatch notes the risqué novelty Leave It To the Audience and asks whether the audience prefers such entertainment, urging Southern towns to decide on importing risque shows and dress modestly as a social standard.

George White American Theatre Henderson Dispatch Henderson New York Daughters of Israel Asheville

Peggy the Case of Peggy by John Blake

Peggy is depicted as a bright intelligent girl with modest looks and careful dressing. The text frames her as a subject in a narrative about judgment and social perception during a provincial era.

Peggy

Wyatt's Fate in Hands of Raleigh Judge

Pardon Commissioner Hoyle Sink faces clemency decisions in two cases. Robert Steele, who killed Will Cauthren, and Marvin McGill, labeled as a violent criminal, loom large in Sink's deliberations. Steele's case involves premeditation and a life sentinel while McGill lacks first degree murder premeditation.

Raleigh North Carolina Geological and Economic Survey Hoyle Sink Robert Steele Supreme Court Union Marvin McGill Steele McGill Commissioner Link Link Mr. Sink Robert Steel Mary Cauthren Will Cauthren

Queen Alexandra in grave condition as illness worsens

London Nov 20 AP The Queen Mother Alexandra, suffering heart disease, remains gravely ill with strength failing. A bulletin at 8 am notes a peaceful night but extreme gravity and little hope of rally. King George, Queen Mary, Princess Victor, and Queen Alexandra’s daughter are at Sandringham vicinity as news spreads.

London Alexandra Queen Alexandra Queen Mother Sandringham House George Queen Mary Norway Appleton House Sandringham Princess Victor South Africa South America Royal Palace Russia Denmark Marie Feodorovna

Negroes Secure Charter of Club in Raleigh

Certificates of incorporation issued by Secretary of State W. N. Everett include St. Helena Cooperative Truck Growers' Association Inc of St. Helena with $50,000 capital. Enterprise Feed and Milling Company of Raleigh. Benson Creamery Corporation of Benson. Aronocar Investments Inc of Hendersonville. Hanes Ambulance Service Inc of Greensboro. Colored Working Men's Social Club Inc of High Point. Subscriptions range from $300 to $50,000 and list various local and out of state subscribers.

Raleigh W. N. Everett St. Helena Hubert Ramsaur H. W. Ford Savannah Benson Creamery Corporation Benson P. B. Johnson C. T. Johnson Alonzo Parrish A. S. Oliver H. A. Parker Aronocar Investments, Inc Hendersonville A. Aronovitz Reggie Goldstein Rose Aronovitz Morris Arovitz Miami Fla A. Y. Arledge Hanes Ambulance Service, Inc Greensboro W. D. Lemons W. G. Simpson Henry L. Hanes Colored Working Men's Social Club, Inc High Point Spencer McKinney Fred Hartman Sam Ross

Kip Rhinelander Suit Heats Court as Letters Surface

In White Plains New York spectators await a climactic court session in Leonard Kip Rhinelander’s bid to annul his secret marriage to a quadroon servant girl. The drama built after an abrupt adjournment following the showing of a second mysterious letter to Rhinelander and questions about pre marital relations.

White Plains N. Y Leonard Kip Rhinelander Supreme Court Alice Jones Rhinelander Rhinelander

Wreck Responsibility Placed On Trainmen

The head on collision of two Atlantic Coast Line passenger trains near Mango Florida on October 10 is laid to Conductor Monger and Engineer Sasser of southbound train 89. One killed and 32 injured. A misreading of a meet order by the engineer was the direct cause. failure of both to let subordinates read the order prevented a check that might have averted the crash.

Washington Atlantic Coast Line Mango Fla Monger Egineman Sasser Areau of Safety Interstate Commerce Commision

Santa Claus Set for High Point Visit Tomorrow

Santa Claus will arrive in High Point on the Crescent Limited at 9:05 am tomorrow and will set up headquarters at Rowland's Toy Shop on North Main Street. A present awaits all children who greet him at the station, and many youngsters are expected to attend.

Santa Claus High Point M. C. Rowland Rowland Crescent Limited Santa North Main Street

Dr. O. B. Bonner To Return Here Tonight

Dr. O. B. Bonner sails home from New York after weeks of post graduate work. He will resume duties in the Burrus clinic on North Main Street this evening.

O. B. Bonner New York Burrus Clinic North Main Street Bonner

Price Increases for Wheat and Flour Announced

The Enterprise reports wheat prices have risen 20 cents per bushel over the last 30 days and flour has gained $1 per barrel in the same period, signaling broader commodity pressure for consumers and merchants.

Singing At Pleasant Garden November 29

The central union singing led by Prof. A. M. Fentriss will be held at Pleasant Garden M. E. church on Sunday November 29 starting at 11 a m. All classes taught by Professor Fentriss are urged to attend and other interested singers are invited.

Central Union A. M. Fentriss Pleasant Garden M. E. Church Fentriss

Hunting the Slayers of Kermit Postmaster

Scott county detectives chase clues in the killing of Kermit postmaster Jake Hensley whose body was found under a Bristol railroad trestle. Officials say he died from a chest wound likely in a nighttime robbery, but no funds were missing as yet.

Bristol Scott County Jake Hensley Kermit Hensley

Curl revival signals softer underhat hair trends

Fashion news notes a return of visible curls under hats. Curls or loose ends soften stark hats, with pale pastel shades like blue petunia rose and green to peek from beneath brims. Evening looks may use matching pastel wigs.

London

Modification of Plan for Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Rail

NewYork Nov 20 AP Modification of the original reorganization plan for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway provides for a disinterested five member committee to represent all security holders for five years. Voting trustees named Elihu Root Samuel Rea Henry D Pritchett Frederick H Ecker and W D Dyke.

New York Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Elihu Root Samuel Rea Pennsylvania Railroad Henry D. Pritchett Carnegie Foundation Frederick H. Ecker Metropolitan Life Insurance Company W. D. Dyke

Reverend George F. Kirby Visits High Point

Rev. George F. Kirby, formerly of High Point and past pastor of South Main Street Methodist Episcopal Church, is visiting the city from Charleston, D. C. and will likely stay until next Tuesday. He now pastors a large church in Charleston.

George F. Kirby High Point Charleston D. C Mr. Kirby South Main Street Methodist Episcopal Church Ifa

Civil liberties union takes up Farmville assault case

Dr S J B Collins a Jamaican born negro physician of Farmville North Carolina says he was beaten by men in K K K regalia on Sept 28 and forced from his car. The American Civil Liberties Union has joined the case aiding legal aid and investigation with Governor McLean Mayor Horton and the British consul in Wilmington and others assisting in North Carolina cities.

New York S. J. B. Collins Farmville N. C K. K. K. Regalia American Civil Liberties Union The Civil Liberties Union McLean Marvin Horton Wilmington, N Collins

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Associated Presse National Frost, Landis and Kolin Brunswick Park Ave People’s Gas Michigan Boulevard Post Office Department Florida State Department of Conservation and Development In Natural Resources Natural Resources Says Bell Syndicate, Inc John Blake Wyatt Stacey W. Wade Tom Donaldson Insurance Commissioners Pennsylvania High Point Corporation Pleasant Garden Kermit Postmaster Plan of Rail Arn RADE Milwauket U.S. Pat Marin St
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