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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1919
Page
4
Notices explain advertising rates by application and that untimed ads are inserted and charged. Free notices such as resolutions of respect may be published if signed for protection. names may be withheld if requested. Charges apply for Cards of Thanks Obituary Notices and personal write ups.
The August issues report Wrightsville hosts a Press association with education and entertainment while warning of national turmoil. Bolshevism concerns grow as fermentation rises, urging unity. Peach prices spike from two dollars to two fifty to three fifty per bushel, with editor noting costs of travel and two bushels bought for three seven five.
The War Department has liquidated contracts totaling about 1.279 billion dollars by late June, saving 86.2 percent of the amount. Remaining unfulfilled contracts total over two billion dollars, with an estimated further saving of about two billion. Overall, more than three billion in savings are anticipated, while Republicans in Congress tout retrenchment and economic gains. Departments, especially War and Navy, show ways to reduce appropriations despite political claims.
Weaver M Marr, superintendent of the city schools, returned Wednesday after an honorable discharge at Camp Lee. He was warmly welcomed by friends and is planning for the opening of schools on September 1 for a full nine months. Reports say typhoid cases are low at 12 since June with pure city water confirmed by experts. A canning factory for High Point and community was discussed as a needed development.
Greensboro issues bonds totaling 275000 dollars with 200000 for street paving, 50000 for water mains extension, and 25000 for sewer mains extension. The city passed three ordinances without debate, with a 25 percent petition trigger for a public vote on the water and sewer issues within 30 days, and a second resolution to follow after project completion to detail costs to abutting property owners.
Howard Hancock two year old son of Mr and Mrs D H Hancock fell from the bed last Monday and broke his collar bone but is now getting along nicely.
By order of the City Dads it is now a misdemeanor to spit on sidewalks or in public places. A fine of 2 dollars is imposed for each offense. The notice warns users of liquidating juices to comply.
An advertisement extols Gets It as the painless, guaranteed way to remove corns between toes. It describes a liquid formula that dries on contact, peels the corn without hurting flesh, and uses a glass rod for application. Distributed by H Lawrence Co with endorsements from Mann Hart and Ring Drug Stores.
At a council meeting Tuesday John and Williard Dyer were given 60 days to remove the long condemned Jarrell hotel. The building is one of High Point's oldest landmarks and will be replaced by a modern structure in the near future.
A worried wife describes severe nerves and weakness then relief after using Cardus. She notes initial hesitation but credits the medicine with improved circulation and renewed energy enabling her to manage her home and six children. The letter emphasizes safety and a thorough trial for sympathetic readers.
Mrs J E Wagner of 401 Grimes St reports back pain and kidney irregularities a year ago. After using Doan's Kidney Pills the pains subsided and kidneys began functioning normally. She recommends the product and notes it costs 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY markets Dean's Kidney Pills.
City officials sold a 193000 block of municipal bonds to Seasongood and the Mayor of Cincinnati. The premium on the bonds was 12939 and among 10 bids the Cincinnati firm won. Interest rate on the percentage plan stands at 5.01. Residents along Greensboro High Point road seek extended street lighting and presented the request to the city council.
Queen Rudd files for absolute divorce from James Rudd on adultery grounds in Guilford County Superior Court. Defendant must appear at the September 1919 term at Greensboro Courthouse to answer or demur to the complaint. M. W. Gant, Clerk, dated August 1, 1919.
An old newspaper classified style ad lists rings bracelets brooches lavalliers watch chains knives cuff links and fobs. It touts best quality and age selection at Stamey's Jewelry in a concise ready-to-buy pitch aimed at shoppers.
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