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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1914
Page
6
Local notice lists subscription prices and advertising rates, with a blanket ban on whiskey ads. The April 30 1914 issue in High Point criticizes northern views, praises Dixie independence, and comments on Latin American nations wanting peace in the Mexico conflict while railing at US actions.
The speaker urges Congress to pass an act drafting Coxey's Army for service in Mexico. Once drafted, the stragglers would be sent to Mexico to fight in Uncle Sam's name, with paid travel by train. The aim is to expose opponents and rid the country of detractors backing anti democratic interests.
The largest secret society in High Point is the Jr O U A M with four councils and 800 members. J W Sechrest is State Councilor and Mr Webb of Statesville National vice councilor. About 30,000 Juniors exist in North Carolina. Woodmen of the World show progress statewide and focus on care for the sick and dead, with monuments and solid insurance. Elks Lodge in High Point boasts a fine home and a recent minstrel raised 330 for the lodge. two members, J P Redding and Dr Reitzel, died recently, the latter in an automobile accident. Knights of the Maccabees seek 1,000 members by July 1 to form a state association and elect a delegate to the 1915 San Francisco supreme meeting. a new High Point tent has grown rapidly.
The article surveys fraternal groups including Knights of Pythias and Odd Fellows, praising leadership, initiatory work, and charitable aims. It notes district meetings, home programs in Clayton and Goldsboro, and charity totals from England’s Craft. It also mentions Major John Mertz of Salisbury and Moose leadership trips, with reflections on happiness and community values.
The text notes that the phrase cannot be done is interrupted by someone performing it. The next session of the supreme lodge will be held in Milwaukee with Mr. Harry Peters representing Jacksonville Lodge No. 455.
Friends of F P Hobgood expect his name to be placed before the Democratic primaries on May 16 for the state senate though Hobgood says he is not a candidate. No other names are seen as likely. Seven candidates seek three county commissioner seats with J Richard Moore Arthur J Hughes D A Kirkpatrick and C A Wharton joining the field.
The livestock department of the Southern Railway issued a booklet detailing advantages of sheep farming in the South and care under local conditions. Farm ers can request a copy by writing to Live Stock Agent F. L. Word for mailing.
Facts and figures explain electric usage and lamp costs. It covers converting watts to kilowatts, per hour cost at 10 cents, and practical lamp sizing for rooms. Emphasizes using multiple small lamps for better light distribution and lower waste.
New Enterprise reports the Southern Wood Finishing Company will start operations in the former High Point machine company building. The firm plans to manufacture wood fillers chairs and paints, expanding local industry and employment opportunities.
Lt. Ely Denson, son of local residents, has joined the 18th U S Infantry and gone to the front in Mexico. Local family members await news as the war effort continues.
Miss Venetia Smith will erect a modern house on the lot adjoining Reverend W. C. Tyree’s residence at the Quaker Grove, marking a notable addition to the neighborhood.
At a Knights of Pythias meeting in High Point on April 20 1914 a committee drafted resolutions mourning the death of Brother J R Reitzel. They note an irreparable loss to the lodge extend sympathy to the family and authorize 30 days of charter draping. The resolutions are to be recorded and sent to The Review The Enterprise and The Carolina Pythian.
The High Point Savings and Trust Company on April 24 1914 adopted resolutions mourning Jonathan P Redding esteemed adviser and loyal member The board expresses sympathy to his family and directs publication in The Enterprise and The Review
For sale three adjoining lots measuring 50 by 290 feet in a good location with houses on either side and one in front. Can be sold as three large lots or divided into six 50 by 145 foot parcels. Bargain price if taken quickly. Apply at Review office.
Notice warns that only W. tl Stamey and son Paul A. Stamey are authorized to collect for Stamey Printing House or The Review. Others charging money are at the risk of the payer. The ad promotes genuine Morocco leather cases with ivory finish for visiting or business cards.
An offer urges rapid action to obtain a $100 dictionary for $1 with subscriptions paying $100 and 1 percent extra. The pitch claims the dictionary cannot be bought for $1 alone and implies legal consequences for delays, referencing law about newspapers.
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