Congress Pushes for Eight Hour Day Law Soon
Majorities in Congress, led by Ides Kitchin, plan to push an eight hour day law within 48 hours. Sen Simmons may advance an act to prohibit work beyond eight hours. Rail strike orders have been issued, with embargo warnings on nonfood goods. A roadside accident near Mechanicsville is noted, with no serious injuries. Recent births reported in Mechanicsville include a girl and two boys. A guardianship petition affects several Burns children, with a court to appoint a guardian for the minor siblings.
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Ides Kitchin
Congress
Sen. Simmons Cn
Abandonment case notes in recorder court
In Saoedor recorder court J A Bright was found in abandonment of his wife. He drank whiskey while ill and received counsel from friends. Dalton acquitted the defendant of costs totaling about 15 dollars. He was urged to seek work and support his family, with an officer sent to secure employment at a factory and a warning to repent or face further action.
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J. A. Bright
Amily
Dalton
Knight
Died an awful death in Abbott area from rabies
Jasper Tise, 23, of Abbott, fell ill Saturday and died Sunday after convulsions. Dr. T M Stanton sent brain tissue for exam after a pup bite four weeks earlier that pestered neighbors. The case alarms local residents as awaiting Raleigh results. He was son of a man living near Hayworth Mill.
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Jasper Tise
Abbott
Raleigh
T. M. Stanton
Tise
Hayworth Mill
First Frost Forecast From Isaac Pettiford At The Review
Isaac Pettiford visits The Review office to issue an annual frost forecast suggesting October 19 as the first frost. He predicts a mild start to the season to aid late corn, and notes The Ladies' Home Journal issue arrives soon. Town crime warns residents to shield homes from theft. George H. Royster remains ill in a Richmond hospital.
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Isaac Pettiford
Isaac
King Frost
The
Ladies’ Home Journal
Paul A. Stamey
Wm. Hayes
Walter Margett
Richardson Street
George’ H. Royster
Richmond
The Saturday Evening Post Writers and Submissions
An illustrated weekly magazine announces upcoming contributors for next issue including Irving S and Cora Harris with Stewart Edward White. Paul A. Stamney listed at High Point NN, with the review office contact via phone 275.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saturday Evening Post
Irvings
Cora Harrisa
Stewart Edward White
Paul A. Stamney
High Point
Memorial service and obsequies for deceased camp members
The article notes a memorial service titled Dum Tacet Glamai To the Departed honoring eleven members who died since the camp’s founding in 1902. Attorney J H Whicker spoke, Rev J A Clarke led scripture and prayer, and a quartet performed as Consul Commander John W Clinard read the deceased list. The event drew a large crowd and paid tribute to living exemplars of the order’s precepts. The piece also covers Penny Bros and Thomas Bros selling 103 lots of the Newlin property in a Monday sale, with blocks sold and a free lot and money distributed amid showers.
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J. H. Whicker
Weston
J. A. Clarke
Messrs
G. E. Mendenhall
L. B. Willams
A. L. Burns
John W. Clinard
William H. Leighton
Wm. R.tayloe
Glenn R. Bene
M. L. Byerly
Fred L. Leonard
Hiram J. Wood
James W. Witcher
Thomas HR. Spencer
C. A. Apperson
R. B. Warren
J. R. Reitzel
L. Davis
Penny Bros
Thomas Bros
Newlin
Consider This Gas Proposition for Your Home
A vintage advertisement urges homeowners to switch to gas, highlighting convenience and economy. It promises no wood or coal chores, quick heating for water and meals during delays, and comfort for the household. The North Carolina Public Service Company offers a free 42 piece china set with gas ranges priced 18 dollars and up, encouraging readers to contact a Public Service man.
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Public Service
Jres
North Carolina Public Service Company
Local items include court cases and community notes
The column reports various local happenings including a court case in which Jack Jobson paid 33.10 in costs for a check forgery, and others fined for disorderly conduct. It notes shifts in local politics, a hospital corps member home on leave, students entering Bell Buckle school, and prominent residents active in church and civic life.
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Mike Shiplett
Hospital Corps
Herbert Fields, Jr
van Sheets
Bell Buckle
Jack Jobson
Recorder’s Court
Wilston
Ed. McKay
Dalton
Gurney Bottom
Hamilton Street
Roy Sechrest
North
A. M. Rankin
Southern States Steel Company
Colon
Lee County
W.H. Dugdale
Lee Freeman
Persuasion
M. H. Harmon
North Main
Charles §. Farriss
de Popeae
Edgar Ganaway
Trinity
HE. N. Crowder
A. L. Peipie
Bet Frisae
Ign
Raleigh
Norfolk
Penny Bros
H.B. Hiatt
Blease Leads Them in the Races
Fragmentary text shows references to Blease leading in races and a Colonel figure. Mentions of candidates and public opinion imply a political race with support for the Colonel, amid uncertain voter sentiment and possible repeat candidacy.
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Blease
Engagement announced for D. L. Donnell and Dores Korner
Announcement notes the forthcoming October wedding of D. L. Donnell of Oak Ridge and Dores Korner of Kernersville. Both are well known with many friends interested in the upcoming nuptials.
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D. L. Donnell
Oak Ridge
Mississ Dores Korner
Kernersville
Mr. Donnell
Miss Korner
Suit Compromised In Jamestown Wreck Injury Case
R Carroll of Wenonda Virginia settles with Southern Railway for 5000 dollars in a Guilford county suit over injuries from the Jamestown passenger wreck last fall. Carroll claimed 25000 dollars and suffered a broken arm and leg among other injuries. The article notes signatures and publication protections.
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Southern Railway
R. Carroll
Wenonda
Jamestown
Carroll
Guilford County
Rumania Joins Allies as War News Unfolds
The issue reports Romania joining allies in the war alongside references to a severe North Carolina cyclone and urgent need for aircraft. It notes invading fleets, Villaistas taking towns, possible movements through Virginia, and a Senate income tax dispute. Other items include a killed militia captain, political chatter, and local notices from Camp Glen and North Carolina communities.
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Rumania
North Carolina
Virginia
Senate
Fia Silitia
Tony Band
Hughes
Baker Deferide
Tulate Deutschland
Chandler i
Atlanta
Salonika
Onder
Camp Glen
Forest-reserve
High Point Readers Signal Interest in Strike Support Across Regions
The High Point area and nearby regions show strong interest as telegraph lines report officials pledge to back up efforts resisting a looming strike. The piece notes widespread concern over a deadly disease outbreak, detailing how fear, air quality, and precautionary measures affect communities and the push for cures, including dubious serum claims and medical uncertainties affecting families and cities.
Greensboro parade and prize day promotes car show
A Greensboro High Point event features a parade with prizes totaling $50 for first place and other cash awards up to $65 including contributions from Hudson Auto and Gate City Motor. Decorated cars, a best dressed rider, and multiple bicycle, mule, horse, and motorcycle races are planned, with activities for county youths and a fireworks display.
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Ates
Hudson Auto Company
Gate City Motor Company
Greensboro
High Point
Farriss-Klutz
Coxipeay
Ind’ Greenaboro
Greensbor
Guilford County
United States
Money Saver Clearance Event on East Washington Street
The notice advertises a big clearance sale at Solomon Robinowicz store on East Washington Street inviting shoppers to hurry for the best values. It mentions the store’s location across from J W Secrest undertaker at 110 Washington and urges customers to visit for substantial savings.
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Fedl
Wralle
East Washington Street
Solomon “Robinowicx
J.W. Secrest Pundertaker
Washington Wires
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