10 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1919
Page
1
A letter urges a Victory arch and a large parade to honor soldiers. It calls for a rousing welcome and barbecue, praising their overseas and domestic service. Secretary Massey of the Chamber of Commerce is proposed to organize the effort.
The article envisions an expanded railroad network from the United States to South America. It notes travel to the Panama Canal by rail is possible only with a missing link to the canal, and suggests future capital and engineering work could connect railways through Colombia Ecuador and Peru to Lima. It claims a New York to Buenos Aires voyage could drop from twenty five days by steamship to about fifteen by rail.
A century ago a steam vessel crossed the Atlantic in twenty nine days. Now nations aim to fly the ocean within hours as American, British and French flyers push for success. Army and navy units plan tests this spring with destroyers watching the routes.
Be sure to attend the Wil Louhar Terrace lots sale Wednesday morning conducted by Penny Bros Progressive. Bill Jackson jokes about being progressive after a night out with a young lady, while a political banquet guest jokes about possum beer and its effect on his head as the bartender quips back.
An editorial denounces traveling carnivals as nuisances that disrupt commerce and drain money from local merchants. It claims the recent event cost High Point merchants about five thousand dollars in lost sales and urges residents to avoid such attractions in the future.
A soldier returning from Europe praises the infantry, noting privates and officers alike endured and faced enemy barrages, machine guns, bombs, bayonets, tanks, planes, wires, and trenches. He argues infantry deserve all possible praise for their sacrifices.
The narrator silk fan tells of crossing from France to New York and Virginia, passing through hands at a birthday party and a soldier’s war time, until it finally rests with a faded wedding dress. It recalls a girl who painted its flowers, the lovers who cherished it, and the memory of a mistress who wore the dress as time wore on.
High Point welcomes home oversea soldiers including Paul Hoffman Mike Shiplett Allie Herndon Carlie Sharp Brigtone Pitts and others. Residents express pride and relief as the troops shed uniforms for civilian clothes and joyfully reunite with the community.
T G Sheeton Southern railway superintendent will inspect a proposal for a new passenger depot. Secretary Massey of the Chamber backs a plan likely to pass. The city council will contract for a modern water plant as the old system is deemed unrecoverable. Bids are invited and action is expected soon.
Mrs J J Welch is very ill this morning and friends hope for a turn in her favor. The Trinity book club met with Mrs W F Ellis with refreshments and a pleasant time. Wilfred Carr spoke at the High School on his return from France. Miss Hyde Leach sold her stock to Mr Reddick and will no longer operate the old store. John Ingram moved to the Jim White place on Johnson Street and plans to live in Trinity until fall. Merriman Crawford will move to Carford Lodge in North Trinity. A large gathering attended the missionary meeting in High Point with Bishop N W Darlington in attendance. The circulating library now supplements book club literature. Walter Crowson has been confined with flu for several days. Miss Bertie White is out after two weeks ill with flu. Mesdames Carpenter and Phillips attended the missionary meeting. Mesdames Peper and Alben visited friends in Trinity. Mrs Weeks of the Hotel has not been well. Aunt Annie Brown, esteemed by all, was buried Saturday. Attorney Bruce Craven and family wintered in New Smyrna, Florida and have not yet returned. Mr and Mrs John Brame of North Trinity plan to move to Winston-Salem soon. People are planting Irish Cobblers, the Trish potato variety, this season.
The notice urges a new registration for the forthcoming primary and election. It asks eligible voters to enroll in their wards promptly, signed by R. L. Pickett. The rest of the text contains decorative verse and a Shakespeare quotation, not connected to official civic duties.
Greensboro news previews the Carolina Tar Heels versus Virginia in the Southern baseball classic opening in Greensboro with Captain Jack Powell in the box for Carolina and trains from the Hill to Greensboro for students. Local events include a stag party, Elks’ May 20 entertainment for local soldiers, and civic concerns across Greensboro High Point and Ramseur.
Mrs. A. Rothrock of Burlington sought help locating her husband who deserted his family. Police officer Ed Mungo used a photo to locate the man, then arrested him at a city carnival on abandonment and non support charges. The suspect wore civilian clothes when arrested, different from his army photo.
Robi B White Jr a popular young man of the city died Monday afternoon at his parents home on Lindsey street after a long illness from a complication of diseases. He was born July 11 1890 at Murfreesboro and lived here since childhood. He married Mary Plummer six months ago. Surviving are his wife, his mother and father three brothers and five sisters. He belonged to First Baptist church and High Point lodge 1155 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Funeral from 218 Lindsay street Wednesday afternoon by Rev James A Clarke. Interment at the local cemetery with pallbearers Brown Redding Bencini Kirkman Jarrett English.
A city notice warns residents against underhand fund solicitations by children linked to the Methodist Protestant Children's Home east of town. The home says funds are never solicited this way and asks donations go to Superintendent Garrett or Treasurer A M Rankin. The paper notes uncertainty if children acted alone or with adult backing and calls out that the home has no child solicitors.
City Council urges residents to pay taxes by April 15 to avoid costs and prints a delinquent list. City Manager R. L. P. reminds the public to settle accounts. An ad for Stamey’s Jewelry promotes savings on purchases.
Miss Lillie Rankin resigns after a long career with North State Telephone Company. Known across Greensboro and the state, she received many Christmas remembrances from business patrons. She plans to rest awhile before choosing future work and will stay in the city.
Vivian Vail of High Point returning from France recounts experiences with the 30th Division. He was wounded in action and narrowly escaped capture while delivering rations behind front lines. Vail describes a dangerous march through German lines with 11 men and a sergeant, their escape via shell holes and a ditch, and notes his wartime regard for Australian troops.
Sergeant B Laxtom a veteran of the nine months fighting with the Queensland Hickory division visits the city sharing experiences in France He describes gas shell dangers in late war and notes the close cooperation between American and Anzac troops including strong praise for the Anzac fighters and their kinship with Americans.
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