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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1925
Page
4
A fragment notes December 1925 advisement to begin Christmas shopping early. It mentions a Persian Gulf cyclone that killed 7 000 people, illustrating nature's harsh reach compared with human conflict. The piece cites Associated Press copyright and publication details for High Point North Carolina.
A female analyst asserts men harbor a persistent fear of women and notes it as natural for a woman thinker to uncover such a sentiment.
An elderly Californian has spent 18 years carving a tomb from solid rock, a solitary project that occupies him while many others pursue busier lives, presenting a striking portrait of personal obsession and patience.
The article notes Jesse L. Lasky reported the theft from his basement of nearly a dozen barrels of pre prohibition whiskey shifting the view of him from a mere millionaire movie man to a figure involved in a notable crime.
Before the party nomination both Hearst and Hylan announced their support for the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor. They had previously declared the man in question unfit for anyone's support.
The piece notes opposition to Hallowe en as a Christian holiday with racial undertones and reports that Lt Governor of Arkansas used the governor's absence to grant pardons, though the governor’s stance remains to pardon nobody.
The adju tant-general is directed to deploy troops in Asheville to maintain order during the trial of several black defendants charged with criminal assault. The plan aims to keep officers and mob committees apart during next week’s proceedings.
Premier Painleve argues the American debt is least important for France. Caillaux’s call to pay debts quickly may have contributed to his fall. Cabinet resignation marks a sharp split in government opinion and underlines the rift.
The Daughters of the Confederacy Georgia division withdraw formal support for the Stone Mountain Memorial Association accusing the group of gross extravagance in its execution of the commission. The remark comes from the memorial activity center area and may merit special note.
The movement to establish a county hospital for tuberculosis treatment gains support. Doctors warn active TB cases in the state number 15 000 to 20 000, with fewer than 1 000 beds available. Counties able to fund such hospitals should establish them to meet urgent needs.
A Bell Syndicate article discusses responses to a council of churches report on prohibition enforcement. It argues the report does not call for ending or weakening the law, but for stronger enforcement and maintenance, noting public support remains, while youths test taboos and adults manage home life and industry through private restraint and civic duties.
The federal case targets Thos W Miller former alien property custodian charged with defrauding the government of seven million dollars by delivering German owned assets to a Swiss controlled dummy company. The article links the matter to a broad postwar corruption pattern under the Harding era and ongoing prosecutions. It also notes deadly guard-involved incidents, urging restraint and oversight to prevent further killings.
A Wake County guard, 19, fatally shoots a young black convict as he escapes while on the roads. The narrative defends the use of force, stating the guard acted within legal authority and instruction. The article notes criticism of employing an immature guard but asserts the act was efficient and lawful.
A commentary on busy people who manage work efficiently. The author argues busy individuals keep desks clear and tasks timely, handling wartime and disaster relief with effective systems. The piece praises experience gained from consistent effort and problem solving.
A prominent business leader always finds time to review a new venture that could benefit his firm. The executive's readiness to evaluate promising opportunities remains constant regardless of workload.
John M Harvey a building contractor of High Point died at his Mechanicsville home early today after a four week illness including influenza and heart disease. He was 32, survived by his wife, nine month old son, parents and multiple siblings. He helped form Holdbrook and Harvey in 1920 and was active in the Methodist Protestant church and Jr. O U A M council No 347. Funeral arrangements pending Monday.
Funeral services were held Friday at 2 39 at First Baptist for E T Ritchie who was killed in an accident at H P T and D railroad yards on Wednesday afternoon. Rev J M Hilliard Rev H T Stevens Rev F L Conrad and Dr Lloyd T Wilson officiated with many friends present. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Active pallbearers named R S Russell O N Adams J M Muns C F Morris W B Karns J C Maness. Honorary pallbearers listed M F Crooks W A Harper Arthur Parrish R T Chappell FE R Hedrick D R Hedrick and Grover Hussey.
Funeral services for Annie Elizabeth Southern who died at 621 Willowbrook street were held yesterday at Bethel church in Stokes County. Rev J W Tuttle conducted the services with many friends and relatives in attendance. Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Dr Elbert Russell of Philadelphia will address the Brotherhood class in the annex Sunday morning at 11 45 oclock and also speak at the 11 oclock church service. Russell is a prominent Christian educator and his address is expected to be instructive and enjoyable.
Mrs Gracie Lee Hayworth wife of Chester Hayworth died Saturday morning at 6 o clock at her Spring Hill home after two years of declining health. Born September 25 1893 in Davidson county she was 32. Survived by husband seven children two sisters one brother parents and grandmother. Funeral Sunday at 2 PM at Spring Hill church with Elder Neese Davis officiating. Interment in church cemetery.
Delegates at the biennial session of the national council of women faced leadership choices for the next two years. Flo Jamison Miller is named as a presidential candidate, with Mrs. Philip Northmoore of St. Louis slated for the post. A faction led by Haviland H. Lund of New York City campaigns for freer debate on issues like League of Nations entry and universal disarmament.
The House Ways and Means Committee closes two weeks of public hearings on the revenue law revision. It reports receiving repeal or reduction pleas for nearly every tax, aiming for about 300 million dollars in net revenue reductions. Drafting of the tax reduction bill begins next Wednesday with appearances by Frank W. Mendel and Jas B Colty.
Paris reports General Sarrail the French high commissioner in Syria is ordered home to explain the Damascus bombardment. A civilian supervisor will replace him to oversee the mandated territory as American and British sources criticized the October shelling.
The Boy Scouts assisted with charity goods received at the tabernacle last night and again this morning. They arrived at 10 o'clock with a ready spirit, loaded ladies’ cars, and helped unload and distribute the items, showing quick, eager, tireless effort.
In Valhermosa Tabasco five Catholic priests were arrested for refusing to marry. A state decree requires priests of any creed to marry to exercise their office, sparking religious excitement in the capital.
In Paris discussions swirl over a possible United States of Europe sparked by League of Nations handling of Locarno and Greco Bulgarian disputes. The council praised for mediation and security talks feature Viscount Ishii who hints at wider pacts beyond the Washington four power agreement.
The New York cotton market opened steady on mixed cables and buying but soon moved lower as overnight selling, hedging, and bear trading pushed first prices down 18 to 23 points. Private cables report Manchester goods market disorganized by falls with large business awaiting clearer conditions.
Weekly Grain notes that fears of a poor Canadian threshing season and a potential quarter of the 1925 Canadian wheat crop carried unthreshed into spring boosted prices. Wheat gained 21 2 to 5 3 8 cents a bushel. corn fell 5 8 to 3 8, oats firm to 18 cents, and provisions varied up to $2.07.
Juan de La Cierva's helicopter, after several successful flights, crashed at Farnborough England. The undercarriage penetrated the fuselage but pilot Haig escaped uninjured.
Stock prices advanced this week with gains in motors and steel despite profit taking. United States Steel hit new highs after strong earnings figures while copper led by American Smelting and Anaconda. Tobacco, rail, and southern carriers also posted notable price movements amid fluctuating currency and call money rates.
Pennsylvania, favored despite two injured backfield stars, prepares to face Illinois in a pivotal game. Coach Lou Young names Zip Long to replace Kreuse and Jesse Douglas to fill Fields role as Illinois travels under a soggy field from recent snow.
Thousands of girl scout troops plant memorial trees to honor Juliette Low founder of the organization in 1912. The Fairbault Minnesota school for the blind troop reports plans to participate as 50 scouts in Washington DC plant the Juliette Low Memorial Tree a red maple near the new quarters.
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