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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1922
Page
4
A mixed front shows Berton Braley verse about perception and love, plus stray lines on agriculture and public officials. The text jumbles poetic fragments with scattered remarks on corn, ocean shipping, police census and city actions, reflecting a fragmented newspaper page.
National Advertising Representatives Forst Landis and Koehn located at the Brunswick Building 225 Fifth Ave New York Peoples Gas Building Michigan Boulevard Chicago are listed.
The fragment discusses the sultan's impartiality, Turkey's status with Europe, population changes, liquor debates, Japan and American baseball, and hints at civic pride and the YMCA. It weaves speculative commentary with scattered references to Europe, the United States, and regional concerns without a clear single event.
The Rotary club here earlier funded a Barbara Maurel recital and outlines plans to bring more local and regional talent. Suggestions include mixed programs with a vocalist violinist harpist or pianist plus possible orchestral or band appearances. School music expansion and violin lessons are urged. Winston-Salem shows instrumental music in schools and a budding choral club.
The piece argues that clean streets yards and neat homes uplift a town spiritually morally and economically. It urges all residents both black and white to beautify homes repair fences paint exteriors and keep areas clean to improve the community and fulfill duty to God and man.
Citizens of High Point show strong support for land acquisition and city expansion with a plebiscite nearing noon yesterday. Voters believe the new municipality will house between 21 000 and 22 050 residents and plan to apply to the federal census for an interim count.
The piece argues that boundary adjustments benefit neighbor cities and foster civic pride among High Point residents. It emphasizes unity over parochial interests, defines patriotism as civilization’s driving force, and lauds intelligent governance and broad democracy while urging continual improvement of local conditions.
Under City Baptist Young People's union sponsorship, Stunt Night will be held in the high school auditorium next Monday. A $25 prize will go to the best stunt as judged by five judges. Participants include the Woman's club Elm Street Emma Blaig gpehool teachers and BR PF vU members, with music by the First Baptist church Sunday school orchestra. Tickets are on sale through involved organizations.
A prominent High Point businessman rose from ground up at Stchli Sik mills becoming general manager for over a decade as the plant expanded from 100 to 650 workers. On January 1, 1918 he founded High Point Underwear Company, now a major local manufacturer where he serves as secretary treasurer and general manager. He is a noted citizen active in clubs and fraternal groups.
High Point fans will see a tap at Thomasville on Saturday night as Mike Levinsky of Thomasville faces Atlanta’s Speedy Shaffer. The match is best two out of three fights, with six rounds of boxing and pre-minor bouts. Levinsky, recently a local referee, is praised for his training discipline and fitness.
Mrs Martha Jane Brown aged about 60 was found dead in bed at home early today. Physicians report the cause of death as natural. She leaves two sons Mansfield and Anderson of West Virginia and two daughters Mrs son of this city and Mrs Nettig Darris of Lexington. Funeral arrangements unsettled. services likely tomorrow at the home with Rev J L Fletcher. Interment in Oakwood cemetery.
Committees from High Point and Winston-Salem to plan the December 5 road celebration meet tonight at 8 30 at the chamber of commerce instead of 7 30. The change allows the Winston-Salem group to arrive after supper with High Point members urged to attend.
The state highway commission will hold its regular conference with department engineers in Raleigh next Monday. District, maintenance and construction engineers will confer with department heads most of the day. A dinner will close the evening with all convention members and directing forces expected to attend. The meetings are monthly to review completed work, current projects, and upcoming plans.
Government and people push to cut living costs but economists warn permanent farm product price relief hinges on lowering land values. Japan has about fifteen million acres of farmland, half of which is paddy rice fields valued at around $1,240 per acre.
Trinity College in Durham pursues two remaining games at mid season, facing Randolph Macon College this Saturday and ending the schedule with a Thanksgiving clash versus Wofford. Coach Steiner emphasizes heavy scrimmage and end runs as Jimmy Simpson works on punting and Winters runs the team at quarterback. The squad has beaten Clarkford Hampden Sydney Davidson Wake Forest and Oglethorpe, lost to Carolina and William and Mary, and tied Presbyterian, ranking third in the region.
The piece discusses division within party management over a new chair, with Democrats praising Bramham and Republicans faulting his focus on baseball. Uncertainty surrounds successor prospects as calls for leadership intensify amid national unrest and Governor Morrison’s stance on Ku Klux activity.
Col Albert L Cox of Raleigh a leading North Carolina lawyer has been promoted by the president from colonel to brigadier general in the officers reserve corps. He has commanded the 316th field artillery and will lead the 156th field artillery brigade with units from Tennessee and North Carolina. He is a Horner Military Academy and UNC alumnus and Harvard Law graduate who rose from captain to command the 113th during World War I and fought in Meuse Argonne.
In New York on November 22 a restriced report states Georges Clemenceau’s stay was extended after a letter threatening his life was received by the Tiger, signed by a World War Veteran.
A garland of glittering gems and ornate tiaras fills the display as shoppers search for dazzling Christmas jewelry. Notable pieces include a ruby necklace and emerald cuff bracelets from Waeger’s department store, though some favorite items are sold out.
An advertiser touts wrist watches as ideal gifts for women, promising best selections in town at the lowest prices. The tone emphasizes value and desirability to attract shoppers.
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