High Point’s Industries and Position in 1916
High Point sits at the state’s center along multiple railways and the central highway. The city’s 1915 16 output reached about eight million dollars with furniture and hosiery leading the economy, wages near two point one million, capital investment six million, and raw materials four point two five million. Hosiery also surpasses two million in output sourced from two cotton mills.
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Danville
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Piedmont Plateau
United States
Unfortunate Row Between Army and Baptist Ministers
A controversy erupts between General Fred Funston and Dr. Frank M. Goodchild pastor of Central Baptist Church New York over remarks to a revival conductor. Goodchild warns Baptists in the south will not let the matter end, though the piece urges stopping the dispute to prevent spread.
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Frank M. Goodchild
Central Baptist Church
New York
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Militant Baptists
Dr. Goodchild
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Rambling Naval Inklings and Local Banter From the Times
A rambling column mocks political talk and local opinions. The writer cites Virginia spellings, golf and tennis forecasts, and letters about Kaiser Wilhelm and other topics, ending with a wary note on continuing reports and disputes.
Dimmed street lights could lower accident risk on Greenside High Point road
The Enterprise reports that lowering glare from vehicle headlights may reduce accidents on the Greenside High Point road. Advocates argue dimming lights aids drivers and could prevent incidents like the Charlotte mail carrier fatality, urging cautious lighting changes for road safety.
State laws guard highways while drivers show foresight
The article notes highways will be protected by state laws but until then drivers must rely on forethought and courtesy. It also mentions a belief that girls in High Point dress quickly in rush situations, likening them to a figure from Mrs William Gibbs McAdoo.
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William Gibbs McAdoo
North Carolina Cavalry Heads West for 15 Day Hike
The North Carolina cavalry at El Paso left Thursday for a fifteen day hike carrying only regulation gear. The Hickory Record notes the troops will learn to ride a horse during the journey and return with that skill.
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North Carolina Cavalry
el Paso
Hickory
Fox hunter recalls remarkable sprinting Negro boy tale
Col Harry Raymond of High Point relates a Manchester origin tale of a young Negro who allegedly outran him for 24 miles in a fox chase and kept pace with Raymond's horse for hours. The report notes post office intrusion and hints at bringing the youth to High Point, but local police would resist such a display.
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Harry Raymond
Manchester
Raymond
Mr. Raymond
Reynard
High Point
Chestnut Crop Cornered in Chicago Joke Dept
A Chicago headline notes chestnuts in the joke department with Ford used as a reference. The Durham Sun quotes humor about chestnuts and Ford in a light, witty item.
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Chicago
Ford
Durham Sun
Shoes to cost thirty dollars a pair or fifteen each
The Greensboro News dismisses a fearful rumor that shoes will be priced at 30 dollars a pair or 15 dollars each. The paper states that such prices are not forthcoming and urges readers to seek official notices for accurate pricing information.
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Greensboro
Smallpox in Hand Exchange Sparks City Debate
A brief exchange questions if smallpox affects a single locality or settlement, noting the Charlotte News remark that the disease does not target any one place, reflecting on public health concerns.
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Charlotte News
Local Recruiter Travels to Gastonia on Official Business
Mr James Julian of the local recruiting station traveled to Gastonia this morning for official duties and will remain away until Monday. The trip’s purpose and destinations are noted in newsroom records.
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James Julian
Gastonia
Salisbury
Asheboro Tacks and Whistles Probed by Local Paper
The Randolph Bulletin denounces the act of placing tacks on Asheboro streets last Friday night and condemns the promiscuous blowing of whistles and the fire alarm as acts of lawless ness. The motive was to disturb residents and mislead the public into thinking the town was on fire.
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Asheboro
Randolph Bulletim
Enviable record by Ruth Law flight 500 miles
Ruth Law broke long distance records flying 500 miles at 6 000 feet from Chicago to Hornell. Victor Carlstrom praised the feat, noting it would be fine for a man. The Times quotes Law on soaring and declares a slip of a girl proved real nerve, with imagined roles for her in public service.
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Ruth Law
Chicago
Hornell
National capital debate cited by Charleston paper
The Charleston News and Courier urges moving the national capital to Richmond or Sacramento. The Richmond News Leader notes there is no joke in the suggestion, only sober sense for Richmond.
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Chicago Tribune
Richmond
Sacramento
Charleston News and Courier
Richmond News Leader
North Carolina Girls May Not Vote But Get Voter Honor
The Wilmington Star notes a playful line about girls lacking voting rights yet able to persuade a voter to feel elected. The piece reflects local sentiment and social commentary on citizenship and influence.
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North Carolina
Wilmington Star
Montana Woman Congressman Born in North Carolina
A statement notes the Montana woman congressman was born in North Carolina and observes that North Carolina women often reach top positions. It mentions the legislature voting on an amendment and the potential progress in the Tenth district as reported by the Asheville Times.
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Montana
North Carolina
Asheville
Local Follies and News From Georgia Paper
Sim Longergan trades hides for steel traps at hardware store. Monty dagger trades a four year old heifer for a broncho pony and injures himself trying to ride it. Willie Cliggers returns from the city after losing his job and will work with his father in the blacksmith shop. News from Garkrom reports Mrs Wethersh clore and widow Flax's daughter San married the horse doctor at Pee. The Birth of a Nation praised as epic spectacle with 5000 scenes and 3,000 cavalry. high demand for first class theaters. High Point shows December 13 and 14.
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Willie Cliggers
Willie
Garkrom
Wethershi Clore
Pee
David W. Jorifftthe
High Point Auditori
Recipe for Success and City Government Analogy
A reflective piece urges steady effort plan work and self belief while warning against self pity and whining. It contrasts personal success with a flawed leadership analogy stating a city government resembles a poorly managed locomotive headed for destruction under an incompetent or indifferent engineer.
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Ren
Bob Morrow Adopts New Mr Mor Row Persona at Work
Bob Morrow announced he will be known as MR MOR ROW starting tomorrow. He has become secretary and treasurer of the High Point Morris Plan Co and adheres to a strict routine, rising at 8:30, smoking black cigars, and wearing a pencil behind his ear.
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Bob Morrow
MR. Morrow
Bob
High Point Morris Plan Co
North Carolina praised for low death rate boosting insurance interest
The Insurance Herald Argus reports North Carolina now ranks first among Atlantic states in low death rate, credited to state health campaigns. The census based figures show 1914 death rates with North Carolina at 13.2 per 1000, attracting insurers with better policies and lower rates alongside health work. Wheat gains in Chicago also noted as Argentine crop signals support drift.
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Vermont
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Rhode Island
Connecticut
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Virginia
Cure Stopped Back Pain With Old Gentleman’s Recovery Tale
An elderly town resident nearly dying from shrenic dysentery was urged to try Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. One dose stopped the discharge and after a few more doses he was fully cured. J L Baer West Manchester Pa reports the tale, noting local witnesses. Obtainable everywhere.
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Chamberlain
J. L. Baer
West Manchester
Baers Station
Family Downplays Sickness With Black-Draught Use
Mrs. J. B. Whittaker of McDuff Virginia credits Thedford's Black-Draught with preventing serious illness in her family. She says it eases headaches stomach trouble and aids digestion. The vegetable remedy has 70 years of use and claims to help many stomach related symptoms. Sold by druggists for 25 cents.
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J. B. Whittaker
Is Place
Thedford
N.C
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