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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1925
Page
2
The Shipping Board leveraged the President's absence to dismiss his ally, as Coolidge moves toward an international stance. Observers note four board members opposed him after previously seeming ready to obey his bidding.
A veteran mariner is chosen to lead the shipping board as chief executive. If cargo operations run smoothly without the previous obstacles, public approval will follow. The report contrasts this potential reform with ongoing naval and defense debates and hints at wider national prosperity concerns.
A South Carolina judge tells a grand jury that courts now see more young white men charged with crimes signaling deteriorating character. He notes fading respect for reputation, rising tolerance of criminal behavior, and compares past concerns where white and black offenders appeared less, urging pride in upright living to uphold law and order.
Dr. Cooper rejects Norfolk epidemic reports as a timelight story and notes North Carolina can supply antitoxin at Hat teras if needed. The piece contrasts local need with state farming efficiency and stresses net wealth per farm worker and marketing cooperation as keys to farmer prosperity.
The average wealth and per capita income in North Carolina lag national levels due to low farm net earnings. Despite industrial growth the state cultivates only about one-fifth of its land with limited net gains for farmers. The University News Letter discusses the need to raise farm productivity to achieve broader prosperity.
The text argues that prejudice is ignorance and cites Confucius Jesus Christ and anti-Catholic sentiment to show that great individuals across religions have promoted freedom. It notes historical examples of Jewish and Catholic figures who contributed to thought and liberty, condemning bigotry and urging respect for all creeds.
A 1925 Bell Syndicate essay argues that religion, race, and national ties should not divide humanity. It urges overcoming ignorance through shared humanity and collaboration across Jews, Gentiles, Catholics, and Protestants. The writer notes progress in Europe and America and warns of continuing sectarian strife at local levels.
Rockingham hearings reveal defense and prosecution arguments over mental state and fear as key factors in Cole case. Poul cites Harper law on justification. Hoey counters insanity was not fully addressed. State seeks truth about a slander letter amid courtroom tensions with Larry Moore leading for the state.
John Krank for Graham Prince and his orchestra spent the day with Geo Crater manager of the Broadhurst Theater. The famed Victor recording orchestra will be heard here soon at the Broadhurst with five vaudeville specialties. The attraction is billed as one of the season’s big events in High Point.
Dr. Charles P. Hugh of Gastonia was elected president of the seventh district medical society at the annual meeting in Gastonia. Shelby was chosen as the 1926 convention site.
High Point high school’s crack football eleven journeys to Welch Park to meet Lexington highs at 3 30. Davidson County football warriors visit with strong aims. Lexington has won several games this season, while High Point seeks a repeat of its 18 0 opening win over Burlington and a close win against Winston Salem. Coach Marlette plans to field nearly the same lineup as last week with possible minor changes. A large crowd is anticipated for the tilt.
In a tense Tuesday game the Senators prevail as Johnson stays in usual form. Pirates pitchers and fielding kick into a series of outs with careful plays by Carey, Bluege, and Morrison sealing the win in late innings. Goslin and Joe Harris reach base, while Washington edges Pittsburgh with timely hits and solid defense.
PLETSBURGH October 7. Clear and snappy weather greeted fans as they woke to watch the opening World Series game. Forecast called for showers and cold weather, but early indications favored a clear day.
Thousands of fans, led by Mrs. James Lauck of Wellsburg West Virginia, waited overnight for the first game at Forbes Field. Lauck, the first woman in line, began her wait outside the park at 11 pm, with R. B. Crabtree of Columbus slipping to second place as others joined for bleacher seats.
Bright sun and clear skies greet opener between Washington and Pittsburgh at Forbes Field. A record crowd was anticipated two hours before game time as the championship series starts stirring local and nationwide interest.
The article describes a near ten thousand fans in cheaper sections with streams heading to reserved seats in the double decked grandstand. About 45 000 to 50 000 total spectators were expected to fill all seating and standing spaces. Early birds camped in lines overnight while a band and comedians Nick Altrock and Al Schacht entertained in shade near center field.
The Criterion Male Quartet of New York City gave a splendid program at the college auditorium in High Point. The concert opened a season of entertainments arranged through McDonald- Bryan Bureau of Asheville. The quartet includes Frank Mellor John Young George Reardon and Frederick Tomas with notable solo credits and world renowned records. Those who missed the first number of the season have much to regret.
R B Bland proprietor of Bland Piano company received a telegram from Victor Talking Machine company New York stating the new Ortho phonic Victrola was demonstrated to scientists artists publishers business leaders and musical critics at the Waldorf Astoria hotel last night. No orders have been taken yet. Plano Piano company expects shipment soon and he is confident of a warm reception. The machine is equipped with an eight tube radio.
New York cotton prices opened steady with a six point to five point range. Traders covered and bought as Liverpool cables stayed steady while December futures rallied from the session low to near 23 cents. General business remained quiet as traders awaited tomorrow's government report and crop estimates pointed to 14,301,000 bales by October 1 totaling 6,782,000 bales so far.
A football play in the Fordham Providence game in New York halted a runner who was brought down by a strong tackle just above the ankles on the turf. The description portrays the defender’s action as decisive in stopping the advancing runner. The report mixes with a London dispatch noting arms shipments to Bolshevists and possible foreign intervention to prevent Soviet influence in Canton, China.
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