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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1917
Page
8
A large Sunday school party of 200 to 300 people enjoyed a spring picnic. Children played games before and after supper and the group traveled to the grounds in church members automobiles. Weather was ideal for the outing and the return to the city went smoothly.
The Rt Rev Patrick Z Hayes auxiliary bishop of New York celebrates the silver jubilee of his ordination as a priest. Born in New York fifty years ago he studied at Manhattan College and St Josephs Provincial Seminary before being ordained on December 8, 1882. He served nine years as secretary to Cardinal Farley and one year as chancellor of the archdiocese.
Paris reports the Eiffel Tower will be repainted over about three months at the cost of roughly 490000 pounds of paint. Work postponed by the 1914 war began earlier and the tower, built for a world fair, has endured varied fates including a wireless telegraph station after the war.
Miss Grace Wodewell daughter of Mr and Mrs Ledyard Copewell Albany and Edward Wales Root son of former Senator Elihu Root New York City were married at Kernbrook home of Senator Henry Manning Sarp and Mrs Sage sister of the bride The bride’s father Ledward Cogswell is connected with the New York State National Bank of Albany and prominent in local affairs
The International Socialist Peace conference planned to open in Stockholm was indefinitely postponed largely due to the United States and other countries refusing visas to delegates. Promoters hope to reschedule before the end of October if conditions permit.
A reader from Flardy Nebraska reports relief from lumbago after using Foley Kidney Pills. She credits the medication with helping joint and muscle pains caused by a cold damp spring and recommends it through Mern Drug Co.
Mrs S W Gladwell of Watoga West Virginia testifies at length that starting around age 15 she suffered headaches backaches and weakness. After taking Cardui she improved after the first bottle and finished a three bottle course gaining health and strength. She now has three children and recommends Cardui to women with nervous or weak symptoms.
The Ministers conference of High Point adopts resolutions praising Rev. J. M. Hilliard Rev. A. G. Dixon and Rev. Robert Thena for long faithful service. They note Hilliard’s two pastorates at Green Street Baptist and Dixon’s nine years at North Main Street Methodist Protestant while Thena supplied First Reformed briefly. The group laments their departure and wishes them joy, happiness and divine blessings in new fields.
Berlin dispatch reports a cordial message from the emperor for Georg Michaelis, successor to Bethmann-Hollweg, on his 60th birthday. Michaelis, born in Haynau Silesia, pursued law, held court referee and district attorney roles in Berlin, and was named special commissioner on food questions last February.
Sunday services listed for First Reformed, North Main Street Methodist Protestant, and First Presbyterian churches. Details include Sunday school times at 9 45 a.m. and preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Special meetings with Dr Brown and Rev S W Taylor announced. Christian Endeavor and prayer meetings scheduled. invitations extended to all.
Sunday school at 9.30 a.m. led by J. O. Connor. preaching at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Junior and Senior leagues meet. Wednesday prayer at 7.45 p.m. Lutheran service at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.. Woman's Missionary Society meets tomorrow at 7 p.m. Bethel Reformed holds 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. services with Christian Endeavor Thursday. First Baptist offers Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and services at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.. B Y P U at 7 p.m.. midweek prayer Wednesday 8 p.m. West End Baptist presents morning and evening worship with Sunday school 9:30 a.m. and junior B Y P U 5:45 p.m.. prayer meeting Wednesday night. All welcome.
The Society of Friends announces a Bible school at 9.45 a.m. with Joseph D. Cox as superintendent. Worship at 41 and Veloew. Mrs. Mary Woody of Guilford College, a Friends minister, will preach. Intermediate Endeavor at 7 p.m. All are welcome.
Five men selected as Catawba County’s first National Army quota gathered at Newton exemption board to receive instructions. Names listed include ZT server Alfred Bradford C G Deal C F Bolick and Eyi Warlick under Mr Setzer's command. The group will depart Sept 19 from Newton via C and N W line. 40 in this batch. Thomas Wilson and Cordia Lottin married at the register of deeds office by Rev W M Sikes. Wilson drafted for U S Army.
York South Carolina September 8 Meek McGill postmaster of Hickory Grove and Carson Lattimore policeman of that place were arrested and jailed on charges of complicity in the August 24 lynching of WT Sims a negro preacher in the county.
San Rafael California hosts the 100th anniversary of Mission San Rafael Arcangel with elaborate preparations. Franciscan members from throughout California, prelates and clergy, and Catholic societies will participate. Archbishop Hanna will travel from San Francisco to preach the sermon.
The Indianapolis Indians sit atop the American Association standings early in the season. Like the McGraws, Jack Hendricks' squad grabbed and has maintained the first place position since opening.
Regular communication of N F Reid Lodge No 344 A F and A M set for Monday night at 8 o clock on Sept 10 Visitors invited and welcome with 98.2 cents in the notice.
Liliuokalani former queen of Hawaii sent $106 to the American Red Cross through Governor Pinkham. She stated in a letter that the contribution would be renewed monthly through the end of the year.
Birmingham Alabama September 8 The district coal miners convention adjourned after naming a committee to confer with Secretary of Labor Wilson in Washington to seek further concessions from operators the decision resting with executive officers.
Jesse Buckles a young left hander from the Delaware County league is on trial with the Phillies. Manager Lo ran says the pitcher has the right stuff if properly developed.
Green Street Baptist holds 11 o clock service and elects a pastor. Wesley Memorial Methodist lists 9 30 Sunday school 11 and 7 45 preaching by Rev G T Rowe. Epworth League at 7 pm. Woman’s Missionary Society meets Monday at 3 30 with Mrs John Lindsay. Young Woman’s Missionary Society meets Monday at 3 30 with Mrs J A Marsh. Board of Stewards meets Tuesday 7 30. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30.
The groom, son of a former senator, is a Hamilton College alumnus and former New York reporter who later studied law He is active in banking associations and will reside in Washington after November 1 to work on national defence related matters with his bride.
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