Sunday Enterprise reflects on city life and events
In High Point NC the September 20 1925 issue of the Sunday Enterprise notes street danger on Saturday nights praises Asheville publicity front page style discusses K I Parker of Charlotte for a judicial post comments on prohibition and Hindus in Britain mentions two prison escapes and Coolidge views on French debt observes traffic signals at North Main Montlieu and Judge Winston as a 64 year old returning student mentions approaching fairs and circuses as autumn approaches with drought lingering.
World court issue hinges on President Coolidge says Holt
Hamilton Holt, former editor of The Independent, asserts the world court question is squarely up to President Coolidge. He notes that in similar moments in the past the president did not give a definite expression, and he suggests this time may unfold similarly.
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Criticism of Bob La Follette by Hickory Record
The Hickory Record notes the complaint against using his father’s name in Bob La Follette’s political bid. It argues Big Bob had long influenced Little Bob, who has carried the “dirty work” of the office for years and is now likely to continue in the role.
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Hickory Record
Bob la Follette
Big Bob
Little Bob
Kelton
Han
President Chase’s Sermon to the Student Body
The university president Dr Chase opened the year with a sermon like address stressing civilization requires religion and that culture without Christ is void. He argues leadership must blend faith with truth to guide America to new heights and asserts the university does not teach irreligion.
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Christ
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Dr. Chase
General Allen's New Honor
General Henry T. Allen receives an honorary degree from a German university after leading relief for 2,000,000 German children postwar. The piece recalls his command of occupation forces and his role in organizing food and clothing aid, while criticizing reformers and urging expert leadership in politics religion and education.
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Ball
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Rhine
Germany
Allan
America
Army of Occupation
Memory of Woodrow Wilson on stamps debated
The passage notes Wilson’s memory endures beyond postage stamps and argues the timing of his likeness being issued is minor. It contrasts this delay with Harding’s appearance and predicts Wilson will be remembered in American households long after Harding’s presidency is recalled.
More candid than tactful Bishop Johnson criticizes morals era
Bishop I P Johnson, a Protestant Episcopal dignitary of color, urges reform as he fires at societal morals in his state bar association address. He blasts the public for seeking moral guidance from films and evangelists and labels sexual and political leaders as moral exemplars, urging selflessness over vanity.
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I. P. Johnson
Colorado
Bar Association
Fatty Arbuckle
Douglas Fairbanks
Charlie Chaplin
Mr. Voletead
Ky Nlix
Science and Religion Clash Over Truth and Evolution
In a Kansas City reflection, a man’s slow starvation is cited as a moral fable about honesty and self improvement. The piece extols scientists as humanity’s great army of truth, questions religious opposition to scientific findings, and argues evolution belongs to educated minds, not hillbilly verdicts.
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Kansas City
Ernest Renan
Tennessee
Abraham Tincoln
Dayton
Stupidity as the chief destruction of the devil
A reflective column cites Thomas Garlinyle on stupidity as humanity’s root crime and moral failing. It argues intelligence shapes morality, warns against clinging to prejudice, and notes the daily clash between self awareness and stubborn ignorance. The author questions personal stupidity and vows to improve.
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Thomas Garlyle
De Palma Wins In Short Race At New York Fair
Ralph De Palma led from the start to win the 100 mile automobile race at the New York state fair dirt track in 1 hour 18 minutes 18.98 seconds, two laps ahead of Leon Durany. Ralph Hepburn finished third, Earl Cooper fourth. Johnny Seymour of Springfield, Mass set five new dirt track motorcycle records including 5 mile in 3 43.78, 10 mile in 7 30.04, 15 mile in 11 19.60, 25 mile in 19 0.65, and a new one mile trial at 44.40 seconds, boosting his current world mark.
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Mass. de
Palma
Leon Durany
Ralph Hepburn
Earl Cooper
Seymour
Some Day Portrait of Wilson May Be Used
Washington dispatch notes that a portrait of Woodrow Wilson may be used in the future. The brief item places the statement in context with ongoing discussions about presidential memorabilia and historical display plans.
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Stamp petition seeks Wilson likeness on special issue
Norman H. Davis of the Woodrow Wilson Foundation asks for a commemorative stamp bearing Woodrow Wilson to honor his birthday in December. He, with friends of the late president, believes the memory should be duly honored and expects a favorable reply from Postmaster General New.
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Saif
Stephens Urges Personal Responsibility at Evening Service
Stephens pleads with the congregation to feel personal responsibility and act, urging courage to address sins in the town. He shares his rebellious youth and conversion, honoring his mother’s prayers. Tonight’s service begins at 7 and no daytime service is held.
Federal Council of Churches Reports Temperance Education Need
The Federal Council of Churches cites slow progress in temperance habits and urges reinvigorated education through Sunday schools and adult classes. Under Reverend Ernest Johnson and Rev Dr Williams Adams Brown, the research team surveys prohibition status with funding from prominent prohibition supporters.
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Federal Council of Churches
Ernest Johnson
Williams ‘Adams Brown
New York
United States
Dead Man Identified in Virginia Gunfight
Leonard Gozier, alleged robber of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, killed in a Clifton Forge gunfight after fatally shooting a policeman and seriously wounding another, has been identified in Covington, Virginia. The case ties to a Sept. 13 incident and ongoing investigation by local and state authorities.
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Charlotteville
Leonard Gozier
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway
Covington
Clifton Forge
Half Million Women to Attend Episcopal Convention in New Orleans
Half a million women from diverse regions prepare to convene with the Forty-eighth Triennial General Convention of the Episcopal Church in New Orleans on October 7. The Woman's Auxiliary will meet in a concurrent triennial conclave, presenting the United Thank Offering to the church and supporting educational medical and evangelistic work worldwide. Grace Lindley serves as executive secretary, while Mrs. J M McBride, president of the Auxiliary in the Diocese of Louisiana, presides and leads program arrangements.
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Japan
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Latin America
United States
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J.M. McBride
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Bankers and colleges join to boost farm aid plan
The American Bankers Association and state agricultural colleges outline a Banker-Educator Plan to help banks promote agriculture. Colleges assign specialists to banks, county agents or advisors visit, and project outlines cover farm accounts, club work, legumes, and demonstrations to organize farmer groups and improve farm management across counties.
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Agricultural Pirester
American Bankers Association
Never Bankers
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Agricultural College
Union State Banks
Bankville
Agricultural Commission
Lynwood O Everett Died. Body to be Buried in Norfolk
Lynwood Overton Everett 24 a Cumtuck County North Carolina native died recently. His body was claimed at the university Anatomical Hall today by his brother L F Everett who ordered it shipped to Norfolk tomorrow for burial. Survived by father Jesse Everett mother and three brothers.
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Cumtuck County
North Carolina
Anatomical Hall
University
L. F. Everett
Norfolk
Jesse Everett
Duke Case Briefs Due in Inheritance Tax Case
Judge Edmund Waddill gave attorneys until October 15 to file briefs in the Angier Duke estate inherittance tax case in Richmond. The estate resists payment of seven thousand dollars to North Carolina.
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Richmond
Edmund Waddill
Angier Duke
Duke
North Carolina
Investigation Dropped in Monroe Mutilation Case
Monroe authorities have dropped the mutilation investigation tied to Turner Blanchard after an alleged confession in which Blanchard implicated himself and others. The case centered on events reported last Sunday near Monroe, with officials citing lack of corroborating evidence.
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Here
Turner Blanchard
Blanchard
Man Claims Hooded Band Forced Operation Over Groceries
Blanchard told authorities he was attacked by a hooded gang after overdue grocery bills. Sheriff Fowler reported the incident in which Mrs Blanchard witnessed the injurious act, carried out with the victim's consent following allegations of improper relations with the girl.
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Clifford Fowler
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Relief
A testimonial claims life improved by Mayr's Wonderful Remedy after years of money and stomach distress. The ad asserts the simple preparation removes mucus and inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal ailments including appendicitis. One dose supposedly convinces, or money is refunded.
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