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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1924

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Christian General Now In Command At Peking Is Expected To Succeed To The Presidency

Peking dispatch reports Feng Yu Hsiang the Christian general in control of central authority after returning to Peking to overthrow the government. He may replace Tsao Kun with former Premier Tuan Chi Jui as the capital stabilizes under his command.

Peking Chihli Mukden Wu Pei Fu Wang Cheng-Ling Chiblii Feng Yu Hsiang Koko-Nor Tibet Li Yeng-Cheng Tsao Kun Feng Wang Ke-Min Kao Ling Wei Wu Yu Lin Yen Feng Yu- Hefang Tsao Kuu Yin London Reuter Hong Kong Tazo Kun Tuan Chi Jui

Coup of Christian General Seizes Peking Power

Feng Yu- Hsiang, known as the Christian general, took control of central China’s government by marching on Peking. His forces, allied with rivals of Wu Pei Fu, surrounded the capital at 3 am, cut telegraph lines, and announced an effort to end the war while promising peace and protection for all. President Tsao Kun ordered cessation of unities and dismissed Wu Pei Fu.

Prking Feng Yu- Hsiang Central Government of China Feng Wu Pei Fo Chang ‘S0 Lin Jehel Peking Chis Tian Kupeikow Here Jehal Kuaneikow Sun Yueh Wu Pei-Fir Wu-Pei-Fu Tsao Kun Wu Pei

La Follette warns banks of panic and treason in campaign

From Grand Rapids to Syracuse, Senator Robert M La Follette denounces Wall Street power and warns banks that funding panic and treason will trigger government action. He vows to seize funds, bar hostile banks, and deploy the Federal Reserve Board to defend democracy. The remarks unfold amid a tour ending in Syracuse with scrubbed threats and policy pledges.

Tin City Wall Street America Department of Justice Federal Reserve Board Federal Reserve System

Shenandoah Picks Up Landing Cable at Fort Worth

The naval airship Shenandoah completed the penultimate leg of its return flight by snagging the landing cable from the Fort Worth mooring mast after 36 hours 50 minutes since departing San Diego. Landing gear again failed, aided by guardsmen and volunteers, as it docked with lines attaching to helium, gasoline, oil, and water pipelines, and about 200000 cubic feet of helium to be filled.

Fort Worth Tex San Diego Calif National Licat C. E. Rosendahl Navi Rator Shenandoah Lakehurst N. di Little Hook St. Louis New Jersey

Elizabeth City to Host 1925 UDC Convention

Rocky Mount dispatch reports Elizabeth City was selected to host the 1925 annual convention of the North Carolina division, United Daughters of the Confederacy, at the closing session. The division backed the Stone Mountain Memorial Commission action, honoring General Hokte and reserving a memorial slot for General James John Pettigrew. Mrs. R. P. Holt was elected custodian of service crosses, and officers chosen yesterday were formally inducted before adjournment.

Rocky Mount Elizabeth City North Carolina United Daughters of the Confederacy Stone Mountain Memorial Commission Hokte Stone Mountain Memorial James John Pettigrew Mra Ccustodian Ofticiera Werte

Kennamer Charges Taint in Voter Suffrage Fight

Oklahoma City reports Judge Fudge Kennamer accuses the state election board of conspiracy to block black voters. W C McAister, secretary, refutes claims, saying the board only appoints county registrars and passes on attorney general rulings. Supreme Court justices expressed surprise at the charge and declined comment beyond denial.

Oklahoma City Fudge Kennamer W. C. McAlister State Election Board Kennamer McAister Supreme Court

Deport Chinese Amid Tong Disorder Decrees From Mexico City

Guaymas officials report immediate deportation orders for 12 Chinese arrested here in connection with alleged Tong disputes. Mayor of Guaymas received the orders from Mexico City, confirming actions announced Oct 24.

Noagles Sonora Mexico Guaymas Mexico City Canymas

North Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs Closing Meet

The autumn council meeting in North Carolina ends with Mrs. Palmer Jerman of Raleigh presiding. Officers and state delegates attend, plans for the year outlined, contests in music art and literature noted, with emphasis on welfare projects and civic work.

North Carolina Federation Palmer Jerman Raleigh Federation Jerman Plana Federation of Women's Clubs High Point Woman's Club R. L. Quinn W. J. Brogden B. M. Land W. T. Shore Charlotte Department of Welfare Clarence A. Johnston Committee On Public Welfare Nellie Robertson Chapel Hill Bureau of Information Thomas O'Berry Goldsboro Eugene Davis Wilson John L. Gilmer Winston-Salem R. L. Guinn Lenoff

Narrow escape on Albemarle Sound endangers officials

Elizabeth City October 24 four members of the state highway commission and a son of Attorney General J S Manning survived a perilous moment when the Jen nie B. struck rough water and a wet stake sank a hole in her hull. The boat drifted for hours before salvage and the party hired another vessel to reach Elizabeth City. The group included M K Dixon W Le Cohoon J L Hayman T W Wilson and Dan Manning.

Elizabeth City State Highway Commission J. S. Manning Albemarle Sound Highway Commission Jennie B Tyrrell County M. KE. Dixon W. le Cohoon J. L. Hayman T. W. Wilson Dan Manning

Large H Point township registration urged before deadline

Leading democrats and republicans mobilize for the final registration push as books close Saturday evening. Anticipation runs high for a record turnout in High Point township with precinct registrars reporting strong interest and numbers well above the last election.

High Point Township

Traveling Man Is Arrested In Raleigh

RALEIGH Oct 24 Local police arrested L Payne of Atlanta on grand larceny charges tied to misappropriation of a trust fund He traveled for a Washington DC firm and is held in jail in default of 5000 bond Payne who reportedly once worked for an Atlanta morning newspaper declined to talk.

Raleigh L Payne Atlanta Washington, D. C Payne

Federal grand jury to probe registrar voter bans in Oklahoma

Federal district judge F E B Kennamer announced from the bench that a grand jury will investigate alleged refusals by registrars to register Negro voters in Oklahoma for the general election. A mandamus writ to compel registrars in Okfuskee County to register Negroes was denied for lack of jurisdiction.

Federal Grand Jury Oklahoma F. EB. Kennamer Olkfuskee Wiicom

American Killed Near Lapalma on Mexican Road

Eugene Marcus Barnes of Waco Texas was killed by bandits on a road near Lapalma Vera Cruz. The American embassy in Mexico City has been instructed to seek suitable reparations from the Mexican foreign office.

Washington Eugene Marcus Barnes Waco Texas Lapalma Vera Cruz State Department Mexico City

Trinity College to Install Fully Equipped Machine Shop

Durham October 24 plans are under way by Trinity College science faculty to install a complete machine shop in a science building. It will be supervised by an expert machinist and provide student training while supplying needed materials for the college.

Wives Repaired PHKING City Restores Communications

Oct 24 report states telegraph and mail links with outside points, interrupted yesterday morning, are being restored. City quiet, government operations returning to normal.

Dozen drivers of national repute ready for races

Charlotte Oct Twelve of the country premier automobile race drivers today took final practice wins at Charlotte Speedway ahead of the $25 000 inaugural contest Saturday afternoon. The 200 mile distance promises 200 laps. the winner earns 10000 with 35000 to be shared among the other nine finishers. Crowd estimates exceed 50000 as fans arrive ahead of tomorrow’s 2 pm start under American Automobile Association rules. Entries include Tommy Milton Jerry Won dered Wade Morton Frank Eliott Peter de Paolo Harry Hartz Phil Shefer C R Calr ens Karl Cooper Bob McDonagh Benile Hill and Fred Comer.

Charlotte Charlotte Speedway American Automobile Association Tommy Milton Jerry Wondered Wade Morton Frank Eliott Peter de Paolo Harry Hartz Phil Shefer C. R. Calrens Karl Cooper Bob McDonagh Benile Hill Fred Comer

Robbery on Washington Boulevard Nets Big Cash and Diamonds

Four armed bandits robbed Joseph Rosinsky of Washington early today on the Washington boulevard, taking 2800 dollars in cash and 1300 dollars in diamonds. Police reported the incident.

Baltimore Bendits Joseph Rosinsky Washington Washington Boulevard

Weather Forecast Fair and Cool With Frost East and West

Forecast calls for fair skies and continued cool tonight and Saturday. Expect light to heavy frost in western areas. Partly cloudy with variable winds and no precipitation expected. Local temperatures remain brisk with chilly nights and cool afternoons.

North Carolina poised to drop War Finance Office

Raleigh Oct 34. After talks with the War Finance Corporation, North Carolina officials indicate the Wilmington branch may be removed as the state shows it no longer needs aid. Director Starck praised local bankers and farmers for restoring normal conditions and noted NC ranks high in loan repayments, with thousands of farmers supporting liquidity through banks and cooperatives. Final action awaits full committee in Raleigh next week.

Raleigh North Carolina War Finance Corporation Wilmington Fred Starck Washington, D. C Atlanta Starck Washington

Why I Go to Church

Roy L. Brooks reflects on church influence shaping conscience, balance with others, and duty to publicly confess loyalty to God. He credits Christian parents for instilling habits guiding family life and daily strength, asserting the necessity of church in city life.

Church Kingdom of God

Bridegroom Uses Old Cave Man Method With His Bride

NORFOLK Virginia October 24 An all night search by posses for Buck Trout swamp failed to locate Frank James and his bride Ruth Mahan whom he forced to accompany him after he shot her father J P Mahan and brother Hugh Mahan in Elizabeth City North Carolina ten days ago The father and brother were wounded but expected to recover Hospital doctors said both would survive Hugh Mahan said James fired on the father and threatened to kill the whole family then forced the girl into the swamp as the search continued

Davis New York Pittsburgh John W. Davis Middle- West Cleveland Chicago Carnegie Hall Middlewest Ohio Kentucky Illinois Indiana Missouri Tennessee Sid Norfolk Buck Trout Frank James King J. P. Mahan Hugh Mahan Jaynes Ruth Matan Elizabeth City N. C Mahan James

Dawes Optimistic on Election Momentum

In Wilmington Delaware on October 24 Charlie G. Dawes asserted there is no longer any doubt about the electorate on November 4. He spoke to supporters and urged momentum for the campaign, projecting confidence in victory.

Dawes Wilmington Dol Charlie G. Dawes Campatt View Pike

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