Unity Issue Faces Western North Carolina Conference Vote
The Western North Carolina Conference endorsed reunion amid debate over church unity and boundaries. Leaders like Bishop Collins Denny opposed unification, while others urged cooperation to strengthen the church’s mission and education. The vote signals a push to break provincial barriers and unify the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, under a broad program.
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Methodist Episcopal
Western North Carolina Conference
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Collins Denny
Western North Carolina
Winding through the Shenandoah and Greener News
In this column from October 16 1925 the High Point Enterprise notes safety valves in the Shenandoah wreck inquiry and jokes about pirate treasure, a Greensboro charter named Hare and Chase, tax surtax cut prospects, wives of wealthy men, Walter Johnson and the Million Dollar fund, and a newly formed civic club in a North Carolina town with unknown future.
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Walter Johnson
North Carolina
Prince of Wales Returns Amid Public Restlessness
The world famous commercial traveler, the Prince of Wales, has come back to face a restless public unhappy with the recent expense account.
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Prince of Wales
Doctor testifies insanity in first degree murder case
A Winston-Salem man is convicted of first degree murder after a renowned mental diseases doctor swore he is insane. The defendant, a Black man, was charged with killing a white man in a case noted for its racial tension. Dwight F. Davis’s appointment as secretary of war is seen as a strategic move to balance the President’s New England lineup with a westerner. Bank robbers in Summerfield wrecked their car at a Stop sign and were captured, prompting the Journal to note the sign finally served a purpose. Dawes seeks to limit senate debate amid southern opposition and controversial legislation.
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Winston- Salem
Dwight F. Davis
New England
Summerfield
The
Winston-Salem Journal
Cole counsel laments press over Rockingham jury verdict
A Cole counsel member condemns press criticism of the Rockingham jury, insisting the verdict was according to law, though his meaning is that the verdict is binding.
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Cole
Rockingham
Treasury surplus possible higher than reported
The surplus in the federal treasury may be larger than reported, a development welcomed by taxpayers hoping to keep more of their income this year.
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Treasury
Coolidge pushes for annual tax reductions in Congress
Washington witnesses a shift as Calvin Coolidge demands yearly tax cuts. Congress previously favored local spending over saving but now faces a push toward significant rate reductions to avert treasury deficits. The change marks a move from postwar tax attitudes to a more personal taxation approach.
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Washington
Calvin Coolidge
Congress
Coolidge
Builders of the Republic
A reflection on the Congress of 1925 featuring Major Stedman as the last Civil War veteran in the chamber and General Isaac Sherwood’s passing. The piece notes the nation’s colonial origins, Civil War memories, and asks whether modern leaders retain the same rugged character and public virtue.
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Congress of the
United States
Stedman
Congress
Isaac Sherwood
New England
King's Mountain
Guilford
Republic
Europe
Sherwood
Elks Fight to Save Old Ship in Constitution Week
During Old Ironsides Week October 19 to 24 in High Point, all schoolchildren from first grade through senior year will contribute coins to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks fund to preserve the frigate Constitution, famed naval hero and symbol of American liberty.
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Boston Navy Yard
Navy Department
Congress
Secretary of the Navy
Wilbur
America
Navy
the Elks
C. F. Tomlinson
S. L. Davis
W. M. Tucker
J. P. Rawley
High Point
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
We Take More Than We Give
An essay extols the risks undertaken by air, sea, and scientific pioneers. It argues that adventurers and researchers sacrifice for others, making nations safer and future resources more secure, with ongoing efforts benefiting colder climates and distant lands.
State Charters Secured for 1000 Businesses Across NC
Raleigh Oct 16 AP The secretary of state issued certificates of incorporation for numerous firms. Vance Oil Company Reidsville with 50000 authorized stock and 4000 subscribed by local investors. Sprinkle Oil Company Inc Reidsville 150000 authorized and 100000 subscribed by Sprinkles. Fairfield Realty Company Asheville 100000 authorized and 8000 subscribed by Lipinsky Swartzberg. Finance Company Asheville 200000 authorized and 5000 subscribed by Barber Jackson Bamford. Sample Shoe Store Inc Raleigh 50000 authorized and 5000 subscribed by Kamsler Kohn Jacobs. Orange Bus Line Company Oxford 50000 authorized and 500 subscribed by Hester Averett Smith. Honey Boy Ice Cream Company Shelby 100000 authorized and 5000 subscribed by Revere Suttle Gray Wilson and others.
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Raleigh
W. N. Everett
Vance Oil Company
Reidsville
William R. Minor
Roxboro
Clyde W. Williams
Henderson
Robert L. Sprinkle
Reginald F. Sprinkle
Phillips E. Sprinkle
Oil Company
Reid
Fairfield Realty Company
Asheville
S. Whitlock Lipinsky
Helens. Lipinsky
Roy KE. Swartzberg
Bessie N. Swartzberg
the Finance Company
Frank A. Barber
L. B. Jackson
Carl Bamford
Sample Shoe Store, Inc
Rileigh
Morton B. Kamsler
Charles Kohn
Solomon Jacobs
Orange Bus Line Company
Oxford
John W. Hester
W. H. Averett
DeWitt T. Smith
Honey Boy Ice Cream Company
Shelby
R. Z. Revere
Julius A. Suttle
R. C. Gray
Earle W. Wilson
Gastonia
Inspirational Service Held At Local High School
Inspirational services were held at the high school this morning. Rev George Stephents praised the gathering noting it unmatched in his experience. A second noon prayer service at the tabernacle drew a filled annex and devoted worship with prayers for individuals.
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George Stephents
Tabernacle
Cotton Statistics Liverpool Week Ending Oct 16
Liverpool reports weekly cotton stats with imports totaling 45,000 including 21,000 American stock. 434,900 American. 142,000 for warded. 71,000 American. 46,000. Exports 1,900 all American. Sales 55,9080 American 24,400.
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Liverpool
High Point Plans World’s Largest Dresser Office
High Point leaders promote building a giant dresser as a chamber office. The project, budget about 3900 dollars, receives broad donations from firms and individuals. Ground around the dresser will be planted, and photos will be shared with news agencies.
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High Point
Chamber of Commerce
Frank J. Sizemore
Sizemore
The
Dresser
Marietta Paint and Color Company
High Point Builders Supply Company
North Carolina Public Service Company
C. C. Muse
McCrary Sign Company
Welborn Supply Company
Conduit Electric Company
C. W. Buchannon Plumbing Company
Woodall and Woodall
Crescent Lumber Company
Trogdon Lumber Company
Brit Electric
Widow Pays Insurance In Pike County Mystery Case
In Florida police search Coral Gables for a woman called Mrs Farley linked to a $60,000 life insurance fraud in Pike County Kentucky. She claims to be W H Turner’s sister and says she believed her brother was dead, insisting she accepted the money in good faith and is willing to face trial.
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Turner
J. M. Johnson
Pike County
Jacks
Williamson
Bill
Hatfield
Farley
Miami
Fla
Coral Gables
Kentucky
W. H. Turner
Mrs Leland's Story Could Not Be Heard
Mrs Charlotte Leland of Chicago sought to testify before Illinois state supreme court about alleged relations with Dr Carl D Case of Oak Park Clergyman, in a divorce case brought by Albert R Leland. Chief Justice Dunne said the court would hear only arguments, not testimony.
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Springfield
Ills
Charlotte Leland
Chicago
Carl D. Case
Oakpark
Cergyman
State Supreme Court
High Court
Albert R. Leland
Dunne
Leland
Day of Prayer Sermon in Tabernacle Highlights Trinity Teachings
A large crowd heard Rev. George Stephens preach on the Holy Trinity during a day of prayer at the Tabernacle. He argued for one God in three Persons, contrasted Christian belief with Mohammedan and Unitarian views, and used scriptural exegesis and personal anecdotes to urge surrender to the Spirit.
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Tabernacle
George Stephens
Mr. Stephens
Unitarian
Jesus
Mary Magdelene
John
God
Christ
Earth
Jesus Christ
Edison
Stephens
Charles Finney
Finney
Annex
Rev. Stephens
Sermon Draws Large Crowd With Bold Moral Talk
A preacher argues people cling to God while tempting the devil, praising forgiveness as the highest joy. He cites David on sins forgiven and condemns the notion Christians cannot have fun, calling sin a cancer and urging adherence to faith.
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Jesushrist
Jesus
Mr. Stephens
Heaven
David
Daniel
Paul
Son of
God
Stephens
Episco pal Church urged to offer living gospel for youth
The Episcopal church should present a program of life for the young that emphasizes sympathetic cooperation rather than mere negations or inhibitions. The joint commission on home and family life warns youths seek leadership and self expression, while elders often fail to guide, fostering disrespect for law.
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New Orleans
Episcopal Church
General Convention
Church
Fauth
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ELKS
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Cotton Statistics
Holy Trinity
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