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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1921
Page
4
Satirical notes joke about cooling off by ignoring thermometers, bootleggers profiting, West Virginia's new sectors, jazz bands, and overhauled cars. A sheriff face heat and politics, while delegates to a disarmament conference and legislators face ridicule amid a temperate spell.
The text states Srae-Te ES, a Baptist institution, supports holding classes despite a water famine. It explains the need to continue schooling while noting the water shortage impacts.
The report states the disarmament conference will not be held in Mingo or Logan counties, signaling concern in the War Department over how aircraft would land in the West Virginia mountains.
General Wood’s preference for the peace and quiet of the Philippines over a U.S. army post prompts speculation that President Bramham may appoint umpires from Winston-Salem and Greensboro, signaling local influence on major league decisions.
The Woman's National Foundation plans a Hall of Remembrance in Washington with a state column for North Carolina to honor notable women from the past. Public suggestions with dates and records are invited, to be vetted by a state committee, featuring figures like Dolly Madison and Mary Slocum.
The letter argues Christianity demands active service and moral integrity beyond salvation alone. It questions the value of a saved person who harms society with dishonest work and mere belief, urging reform and usefulness in a troubled world. WEDGEWOOD. High Point, Sept. 3.
Richard Spillane reports from Detroit that optimism marks the city as business flourishes. Production stands near 70 percent of peak and labor at 65 percent, with many young leaders driving a rebound after wartime lows. Rents lag costs, landlords resist cuts, and some firms convert Barneses into housing for the constrained market.
The state board of health calls on parents of school children to take action and provide essential information or compliance related to public health duties in the district.
In High Point on September 1, a columnist argues that Christians who lack honesty and regard for others reveal themselves as either fools or frauds. They condemn those who avoid fair wages and neglect honest production, claiming true Christianity requires possession of its principles.
Emma Blair thanks High Point and the School Board for naming the Russell Street School after her. She calls it an honor and expresses appreciation for the tribute while a teacher serving young children. Sent from High Point on September 2.
In New York on September 3, a push to ease crowded housing sees families in the northeastern city area building their own homes. Grandparents to children join the effort with neighbors, turning a housing shortage into a hands-on, community project.
A local reader ties prohibition to Bolshevik plots in a vivid exchange. The discussion questions the motive behind prohibition while casting Bolsheviki as scapegoats for social ills. The commentary shifts to The Gold Diggers Broadway play and Gertrude Vanderbilt’s leading role, noted for its potential road success beyond New York.
The albino rattlesnake on exhibit at Bronx Zoo gardens refused to eat in public for weeks and even after forcible feeding failed. It was moved to a dark corner away from crowds and soon showed renewed interest in life.
Leo Marks, a motorman on Seventh Avenue street cars, keeps singing to pass the day. Though inspectors chide his unprofessional attitude, his clear tenor rises above creaking tracks as he belts out old favorites like Sweet Rosy O Grady and The Sidewalks of New York.
Raleigh reports the long drought continues from Northampton to Alexander counties with crop conditions varying. Some regions see fair to good corn in the mountains, poor elsewhere. hay and pastures suffer. cotton shedding increases. tobacco ranges fair to poor. little winter wheat plowing done. curing underway. livestock medium. fears of rain in unharvested crops. Farmers plan permanent pastures and winter cover crops.
Concord on September 3 reports calm as Adjutant General Metts remains to advise Governor Morrison. Police, who threatened to walk out, decide to stay at posts and assist the new chief Joyner. No new impeachment developments against Sheriff Spears. citizens’ committee continuing with no definite report.
William R. Smith of 125th Street informs tenants of a rent increase citing the block’s low death rate and his $100,000 stock loss. He frames the raise as reasonable and frank, asserting perseverance through unrest and urging tenants to accept the higher rent.
Chinese plays stir public interest as The Poppy God opens at the Hudson theater. The production draws attention with its writing and acting, featuring Edna Hibbard as a pretty Chinese girl and Ruby Gordon as the mission worker who helps restore order.
Fur shoes appear in fashion circles with many saying they look surd and impracticable yet some smart pumps in American broadtail mimic fabric in bulk and style.
An American aviator who flew from Tampico with two passengers yesterday is missing with his companions. Fears of a crash in the mountains prompt search parties to depart.
A narrator describes riding with a sociable elevator operator who shares ideas about the world. The exchange yields philosophical insights gained during the elevator rides.
A letter to Jack Field, High Pointer and Boone County Coal representative, states miners have halted operations for a week and communications are down along a fifteen mile front on Black Mountain. Isner confirms mines on Coal River are affected and rail service remains suspended while fighting continues near Sharples and Charleston.
Guatemala City reports negotiations between the government and the national assembly to grant authority to import ten million dollars. The funds would establish a government bank and stabilize current accounts.
We thank friends for kindness during illness and death of our husband and father. We especially appreciate the beautiful floral designs. MRS. C. C TUGGLE AND FAMILY.
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