France and Germany face upheaval over Locarno treaty
The New and Observer reports France's cabinet resignation amid Caillaux hopes for financial repair and tax debates. It notes Germany under Stresemann backing disarmament and League of Nations but royalist opposition, with Junkers wary of peace prospects and potential for restored prosperity dependent on cooperation.
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United States
Britain
France
Hindenburg
Locarno
Germany
League of Nations
Stresemann
Stressemann
Junkers
The Weakness of Kirkwood's Game
The article argues Australian Joe Kirkwood impresses with trick shots but lacks consistent distance judgment. It cites a recent 15 hole match against local players, then notes experts say his short game and pace control fail to translate into true scoring ability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watts Gunn
Guilford County
Sedgefield
Kirkwood
Mater
Negro Citizens Responsibility for Crime Control in the South
The Charlotte Observer urges better organized Negro involvement in crime suppression, arguing whites alone cannot police the race. It calls for courageous Negro leadership, probationary and police collaboration, to repress criminals and restore trust between races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Observer
South
New York
Rail tunnel over railroad would boost High Point streets
Local resident proposes lowering tracks and building over the railroad with street frontage on steel and concrete supports. Buildings would shield smoke and gas while knitting the city and removing grade crossings, likening the idea to McAdoo’s river tunnel and Brooklyn Bridge frontage.
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McAdoo
Brooklyo Bridge
New York City
New Street
High Point
Manhattan
What the Boss Must Learn by John Blake
The piece urges future leaders to master self discipline and sacrifice before governing others. Military training is praised for instilling routine, duty, and fitness, while nonmilitary paths require handling many workers to learn executive skills. A successful boss faces hard work, rejects laziness, and leads by example to gain genuine influence.
Land over railroad tracks discussed for conversation value
A fragment notes the suggestion of a business location over railroad tracks, offered for conversational purposes only and not stated as a firm plan. No further details or commitments are provided.
Be a Boss and Keep It, Says 1925 Advice Column
The piece counsels persistence to grow and develop in leadership. It warns that men who briefly become bosses and then return to inferior roles remain discontented, with memories turning bitter. It advises to remain a boss if possible and to keep on being one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell Syndicate Inc
Negro Baptists of State Hold Four Day Convention
The North Carolina Colored Baptist State Convention opened a four day session at First Baptist Church on East Washington Street with Dr. J. S. Brown presiding. Mayors, professors, and pastors welcomed the group as Rev. C. C. Staton preached the opening sermon and Rev. J. S. Brown delivered the annual address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colored Baptist State Convention of
North Carolina
First Baptist Negro Church
East Washington Street
J. S. Brown
Rocky Mount
H. A. Moffitt
S. S. Whitted
A. J. Griffin
C. H. Brown
S. L. Parham
L. W. Wertz
Hamlet
C. C. Staton
Weldon
I. M. Powers
W. H. Harper
Harper
S. Brown
Fire at Coca Cola plant in Atlanta kills man
Warren Moore 40 a shipping clerk burned to death and T C Smith 35 his assistant seriously injured when a fire swept the Coca Cola bottling plant in Atlanta early today Two alarms brought in city firemen Moore’s body not recovered at this hour Smith toppled from a window after smoke overpowered him The blaze caused about 200000 in losses and sparked fires in nearby Negro houses a cafe a pressing club and a vacant store
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Atlanta
Warren Moore
T. C. Smith
J. W. Kaylor
Moore
Smith
Kaylors
Woman Arrested in South Carolina Grand Larceny Case
Geneva Henderson, a young white woman, was arrested in Spartanburg SC at the request of local authorities and held on a grand larceny charge. Warrant alleges she stole a diamond ring a gold watch and a revolver from H. 58 Grant in Spartanburg. Authorities expected to extradite her.
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South Carolina
Geneva Henderson
Grant
Spartanburg
8. C
Henderson
Challenges Based On Sayings Of Generals At Mitchell Trial
Air Service leadership criticism by General Howard on September statements, accusing negligence and incompetence, is central to Colonel Mitchell being tried for conduct to the prejudice of good order. Trial shows McMullen reading the specification as Mitchell and officers respond with seating preferences.
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San Antonio
Air Service
Mitchell
J. Reid
Joseph McMullen
Hovwze
McMullen
Colonel Mitchell
Mitchell Faces Court Martial Over Aviation Administration
Col. William Mitchell of the army air service goes on trial by a general court martial for incompetence and alleged criminal negligence in aviation affairs. He is charged under the 96th article of war with conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline after remarks following the Shenandoah disaster. A court of thirteen major generals and brigadier generals, appointed by President Coolidge, hears the case.
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Washington
William Mitchell
Army
Navy Air Services
Albert C. Bowley
Fort Bragg
N. C
Bowley
Greenville
Mitchell
Representative Reid
Illinois
Reid
Charles P. Summerall
Summerall
Air Board
Capitol
Census Bureau
Arthur Young
Sidney T. Miller
Detroit
United States
Samuel D. Rockenbach
Fielder
Army Air Service
War and Navy Departments
Army Air Chief
Shenandoah
Coolidge
War Department
San Antonio
Texas
Sherman Moreland
High Point to Meet Reidsville Highs at Welch Park
High Point highs led by Coach Marlette host Reidsville highs at Welch Park at 3 30 pm tomorrow in the last game of the regular schedule before the championship series. The game promises a hard fought contest as both teams prepare for the post season.
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High Point High
Reidsville
Welch Park
High Point Highs
Marlette
High Point
Sidelights of the Tabernacle Opens Community Appreciation
Delegations from High Point and Piedmont hosiery mills Southern Chair company and local groups attend the service. J Allen Austin commends Mr Stephens and cites gifts offered to relocate him to High Point along with a potential lot for a home. Stephens thanks police for traffic control and wishes to meet more residents.
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High Point and
Piedmont Hosiery Mills
Southern Chair Company
High Point Laundry
Philathea
Main Street
Police Department
Stephens
High Point
J. Allen Austin
Mr. Austin
W. F. Austin
Mr. Stephens
Tabernacle
Boy Charged With Attacking Father Faces Police Court
In a morning session J C Brittain a white boy about 17 was found guilty of assaulting his father W S Brittain. Judge Donald C MacRae taxed the costs but remitted them. Also O H Weant and G C Michael were fined $5 plus costs for trespassing on Bettie Corbett lands. Marvin Johnson was convicted of violating prohibition with a two year road sentence suspended on payment of $400 fine and no similar charges for two years. bond set at $500. Officers found over 23 gallons of liquor in his Adams street garage.
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J. C. Brittain
W. S. Brittain
Donald C. MacRae
Young Brittain
O. H. Weant
G. C. Michael
Mr. Wilson Buried At Pleasant Grove
Funeral services for William Wilson were held at Southside Baptist church with Rev. W. P. Page and Rev. J. M. Hilliard officiating. Burial followed at Pleasant Grove cemetery with pallbearers George R. Henderson Stacey Harris J. P. Perdue L. E. B. Edward T. Jester and Robie Wood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southside Baptist Church
William Wilson
W. P. Page
J. M. Hilliard
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
George R. Hnderson
Stacey Harris
J. P. Perdue
L. EB. Edward
T Jester
Robie Wood
Southern States Crop Conditions See Mixed Rain Sun
Department of Agriculture reports weak end of week in the Southern states with less rainfall and more sun in parts. Texas sees little new cotton growth due to weevils, worms, and late bolls. North Carolina reports rain and wind lowering grades. Tennessee heavy rain halts picking and ginning. Virginia completes plowing and seeding with good winter crop germination. tobacco stripping active in many areas. overall farming activity mixed with continued dry sunny weather needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Tennessee
Texas
North Carolina
Virginia
Percy Marmont in Daddy's Gone a-Hunting at American
Percy Marmont, a leading film star, headlines Frank Borzage's first MGM production Daddy's Gone a-Hunting at the American theatre today and tomorrow. The London-born actor portrays Julian, a gifted yet restless genius, in a tale of pursuit for inspiration and happiness alongside Alice Joyce and a cast including Helena d'Algy and Ford Sterling.
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Percy Marmont
Frank Borzage
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayers
American Theatre
Marmont
Wintie
Julian
London
England
St. Anne’s Academy
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National Advertising
Srost
Landis and Kohn
Bruns- Wick Building
Park Ave
People's Gas
Michigan Boulevard
Chicago
the New and Observer
M. Caillaux
The
Charlotte
DeWolf
Board of Aldermen
McDowell
Joe Kirkwood
John Blake
Negro Baptists
Mickey
Himself
Msguire
McGumne
Carby
Bell Syndicate, Inc
Boy
Father
Mr. Wilson
Pleasant Grove
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