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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1916
Page
4
The article discusses changes to railway mail service set for October 29 under Postmaster General Burleson. It explains space pay as government compensation based on car space used rather than weight and notes expected disruptions with possible absence of mail cars and clerks. High Point anticipates less impact than Greensboro but expects inconveniences.
In Omaha and elsewhere the controversy over invisible government grows as Hughes denounces the idea while backing government through two houses. The Rochester paper notes Colonel House’s influence in the White House and cabinet appointments, with Prohibition candidate Hanley accusing hidden control in Albany and Washington.
Frank Holman of Utica New York responds to the New York World to Mr Hughes claiming invisible government. He questions how Hughes failed to pass constructive laws with Republican legislatures and argues the unseen influence controlled him and the public service commissions law. He notes Hughes quit in despair and sought relief in the U S Supreme Court.
Chicago Oct 20 wild buying rush lifted wheat futures at the open. December advanced to around 1.60 to 1.70 and May near 1.69 to 34, with gains pushing some contracts more than three cents above yesterday's close.
New York reports show the cotton market opening steady with a one point October decline, yet overall 17 to 22 points higher due to forecasts of killing frost in the wheat belt. Prices edged up as traders noted frost risk and tentative moves.
The Peacock Philathea class of Wesley Memorial M. I. church mourns the death of Grace Field Pegram and extends deep sympathy to her husband, parents, and siblings. A copy of these minutes goes to the family and to the High Point Enterprise, and a memorial is recorded.
Regular convocation High Point Chapter No 70 BR A M tonight 7 30. Full attendance desired J H Dobbs FE H P James A Griffith Secretary.
Advertisement claims Tollo Water cleanses the bile ducts and relieves constipation in about 50 minutes. It promotes liver activity without harsh drugs and is bottled at Dawson Springs Kentucky, sold by J A Hart Drug Co and others.
A special Arkansas train of 11 cars, named Arkansas on Wheels, will pass through High Point tomorrow afternoon with a stop for inspection of four cars showing Arkansas exhibits from pianos to pumpkins. The roster lists numerous Arkansas residents and business representatives from cities including Monticello, Malvern, Pine Bluff, Russellville, Arkadelphia, Little Rock, Fayetteville, Helena, Jonesboro, Texarkana, and more.
Camp Glenn reports the last North Carolina troops have left for Fort Bliss Texas. Two engineer companies led by Capt Geo Gillette of Wilmington and Capt C K Boesch of Charlotte are shipped. Remaining officers stay in the quartermaster corps overseeing government property.
Testimonial describes a man with long rheumatism who improved after using Kampf Muller’s Rheumatic Remedy K. R. R. He reports no pain and increased activity following the treatment. The letter notes the product contains no narcotics and is sold at $1 per bottle with availability through a Kentucky company and local agents.
Rev James W Rose and family of the West End Baptist church were subjected to a "severe pounding" by church members. They received large food packages, many weighing 5 10 and 25 pounds. The pastor and family express deep gratitude for the kindness shown during the ordeal.
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