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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1913
Page
4
The Review continues a policy of not accepting whiskey advertisements and will not run any ads detrimental to the business interests of High Point. The notice indicates advertising rates are on application and asserts continued editorial stance on alcohol advertising.
A sweeping critique questions who pays for the social fallout of drunkenness—from hospital bills and alms to prisons and widows. The narrative then shifts to Uncle Ben’s protective hopes for Letty’s engagement to Harry Streeter, ending with a tragedy where Judas betrays trust and a young life is harmed by drink.
A Fraternal Record piece argues against extreme, harmful training practices for a prized racehorse. It questions the logic of overfeeding, narcotics, and restricted air, asking what race such a horse could win if characters mistreat him. The tone condemns dangerous, self-serving methods.
An aged man, Uncle Ben Mills, tends a cottage amid honeysuckle and bees. Since his wife’s death, he cherishes and rears the motherless girl Letty, keeping spotless floors and lace curtains as symbols of his faithful guardianship. Letty has grown into young womanhood and taken her mother's role.
A historical column denounces whiskey as a curse to the state praising prohibition and noting reduced drunkenness in High Point. It cites the Clay Grubb case where a wife killed her drunken husband to save herself, urging an end to alcohol abuse and celebrating prosperity.
Rev Pleasant D Brown of High Point North Carolina and Florence A Bodenhorn of Philadelphia were issued the first marriage license to a clergyman under the new eugenic law in Philadelphia. The 25 year old stenography bride and her 27 year old husband were reportedly present as journalists pressed Brown on the law’s merits.
The Greensboro News notes a rising luxury for the rich and growing suffering for the poor. It observes Germany’s harsh treatment of dogs by killing ten or more per year, reflecting broader social strife and moral critique.
A columnist extols the ease of crafting concise local newspaper items after composing long columns. The process includes gathering facts, condensing them into brief lines, and facing post publication critique to improve accuracy and speed.
An enduring passage from Theodore Roosevelt praises the credit due to those who compete in the arena. It extols effort, perseverance, and boldness over critics, noting the value of striving, even amidst repeated failures, for those who pursue worthy deeds.
A call to advertisers to submit copy well before publication to allow proofs and corrections. Warns against late ads and misplaced figures, citing improved placement for early submissions. Mentions Texas figures and a visit to the editor, then shifts to the link between ignorance, health, and education.
A note that C F Wilson has accepted a position with the Continental Casualty company of Chicago Illinois with headquarters here. The item also urges cleanliness to prevent typhoid and contrasts the costs of prevention versus cure.
John Marshal, described as a negro, was cut on Thursday morning by another negro. The weapon used was a sythe. The injury was not serious.
The Union Sisters of Charity held a picnic on August 15 at Isaac Pettiford's place. Sister Manda Logan Laura Freeze and others attended and served ice cream while praising the council and the day spent with old friends. A nice sum was realized and attendees enjoyed a fine dinner and refreshments.
Mrs. B. B. Atkins of 509 Willow Brook St in High Point N G testifies that after using several boxes her kidney function is normal and headaches and backaches have ceased. She regrets not starting sooner, noting relief from suffering and expense. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY distributors for the United States Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
An advertisement from Union Painless Dentists Incorporated at Gardner's Drug Store in Greensboro promotes Odont- O- Zone painless tooth filing and extraction. It claims expert operators, half the typical dentist price, and up-to-date materials. It provides a phone contact 1710.
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