Simmons and Overman to Have Opposition in 1924 Race
Raleigh reports factional alignments forming for the 1924 and 1926 senatorial contests. Senators Simmons and Overman are expected to face opposition, with Josephus Daniels potentially entering the 1924 race and Governor Cameron Morrison linked to the 1926 Overman seat. Hoey and Clarkson also factor into the competing factions. The Simmons camp remains solid with its old vote and a rising younger cohort, while Daniels seeks the suffrage base, and both sides claim female voters though street politics suggest a mixed outcome.
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Raleigh
Simmons
Overman
Josephus Daniels
Navy
Wilson
Daniels
Frmer
Cameron Morrison
Clyde Hoey
Shelby
Heriot Clarkson
Charlotte
Hoey
O. Max Gardner
W. W. Kitchin
Altho
Public urged not to put off buying coal
New York muses there is no current coal shortage for domestic anthracite but urges continued buying to prevent future shortages. Anthracite Bureau notes March 1921 shipments totaled 5,737,771 tons vs 6,077,821 in March 1920, linking reduced household purchases to lower production and potential next winter shortages.
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New York
N. Y
Anthracite Bureau of Information
Bureau
Motion Pictures Barred Showing Criminals in Chicago
Chicago bans display of films depicting criminals in action citing public order concerns. City officials justify the rule as a measure to curb sensational crime imagery and protect viewers.
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Chicago
Jimison Declares Independent Mayoral Platform
Winston April 22 Rev Tom P Jimison yesterday announced his candidacy for mayor and issued a platform. He runs independent inviting all citizens to vote May 3. He supports education, public welfare, open government, fair treatment, and reform of city departments including health and public services. He calls for open covenants and broader women’s participation.
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Winston
Tom P. Jimison
Doan's Kidney Pills Earn Mount Airy Endorsements
Mount Airy residents praise Doan's Kidney Pills with widespread testimonials. Hugh Tilley of 208 Orchard St reports back and kidney relief after using Doan's, urging others to choose the same remedy. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo, N Y manufactures.
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Mount Airy
U. S
Doan
Hugh Tilley
Orchard St
Mr. Tilley
Foster-Milburn Co
Mfrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Enforcers Key to Prohibition Says Massachusetts Leader
Arthur J. Davis of the Massachusetts Anti Saloon League argues success hinges on selecting the right enforcement officers. He cites Washington assurances of enforcing the federal law and warns against unfit office seekers. Davis discusses possible shifts to Justice Department oversight and evidence gathering.
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Anti-Saloon League
Boston
Maas
Arthur J. Davis
Massachusetts Anti-Saloon League
Mr. Davis
Friends of Prohibition
Washington
Massachusetts
Revenue Department
Department of Justice
Old Hickory Vets To Visit Battlefields Tour July From New York
Several hundred members of the Old Hickory Division from North Carolina and Tennessee will join a European tour in July to battlefields in England Belgium and France including Verdun and areas near the Hindenburg line. The trip costs 565 dollars per person and may include veterans families or friends with Albert F. Pierce handling bookings through American Express 65 Broadway New York.
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Old Hickory
North Carolina
Tennessee
Guy H. May
Old Hickory Association
Asheville
Albert F. Pierce
American Express Company
Broadway
New York
Cunard
London
Ostend
Italy
Paris
Verdun
Pierce
26000 Alabama Miners Starving Plea to Gov Kilby
The Salvation Army reports 26000 Alabama coal field miners and families face starvation in April. Birmingham clubs and civic groups appeal for aid as Pratt City locals of United Mine Workers demand re employment or relief, saying 3400 souls in their area are in dire need and blame the strike settlement on Governor Kilby.
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Birmingham
Ala
Alabama
Thomas E. Kilby
Salvation Army
Southern Division
Pratt City
United Mine Workers of America
Kilby
Surry Commencement at Dobson Saturday
Dobson April 25 thousands attended the Surry county commencement held at the courthouse. Dr Spruill urged county hospital expansion for disease treatment as state facilities are limited. Diplomas were awarded and 178 students earned perfect attendance certificates. The plan for school consolidation drew support from attendees and a cross party committee was formed to implement it.
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Spruill
Dobson High School
Allen
J. H. Carter
Mount Airy
Surry County
Carter
Board of Education
Panama Costa Rica Tensions Prompt U S Notice
Washington warns against war as a boundary dispute flares between Panama and Costa Rica. Both governments are told the White Award must stand and that obstruction by Panama should not trigger renewed hostilities.
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Washington, D. C
Panama
Costa Rica
United States
Mecklenburg Votes Two Million For Good Roads
Mecklenburg county residents approved a $2,000,000 bond issue for a system of hard surfaced roads in and around Charlotte. The measure carried by a strong majority with only two small rural precincts unreported.
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Mecklenburg
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
Anti-Fly Campaign Urges Swift Action in Mount Airy
An 1921 public health notice calls for immediate measures to curb houseflies in Mount Airy. It warns flies spread diseases like typhoid and cholera, explains fly reproduction, and urges garbage control, screened food, and city reporting of manure piles. Citizens are urged to buy fly swatters and traps and join an anti-fly effort.
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Mount Airy
ST Annetee
Democrats in Congress Must Stand Firm and Steady
The Statesville Landmark notes that minority Democrats in the next Congress, led by Claude Kitchen, will uphold principles, press opposition where needed, and push for a cautious, principled approach. They should not block all Republican proposals nor compromise core values for political gain. the party’s conduct will shape its future.
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House of Congress
Claude Kitchen
Kitchin
Statesville
Priest Arrested For Praying For Ex King Charles
Kosek Czecho Slovakia April 20 A Catholic priest presiding over a parish was arrested after it was alleged he recited a prayer for former King Charles during high mass last Sunday He said he read the prayer from an old breviary dating back to monarchial days and did it absent mindedly.
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Kosek
Czecho-Slovakia
Fulopo
Charles
Michigan Offers Reward For Planting Nut Trees By Highways
Michigan announces a reward program encouraging planting of nut trees along state highways. The initiative aims to improve roadside aesthetics and support local forestry, with details on eligibility and payout to participants.
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Michigan
No Penalty for Delayed 1920 State Tax Payments
Raleigh April 16 Attorney General Manning rules no penalties can be collected on delayed payment of 1920 taxes. Major Durham state auditor advised sheriffs that penalties may not be added for last year's taxes. The AG cites section 2 of chapter 62 and the 1921 act as eliminating penalties for 1920 taxes.
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Raleigh
James
Manning
General Assembly
Baxter Durham
Major Durham
L. B. Varser
Robinson
Georgia Watermelon Growers Face Freight Fight
Georgia watermelon growers warn that high freight rates threaten shipments to eastern markets. Senator Harris and Georgia delegation urged the Interstate Commerce Commission to cut rates, with Chairman Edgar Clark proposing a partial investigation and coordination with rail lines to aid access to market.
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Washington
Georgia
Congress
Harris
House
Interstate Commerce Commission
Edgar Clark
Commission
Clark
Southern Railroad
Green
Southern
Seaboard
Coast Line
Central of Georgia
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MR. Jimison
Department of Public Welfare
Dobson
Health Department
Commerce Commission
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