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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1913
Page
4
The Review argues for a three-commission city government with full-time officials and elected school board, urges caution on county seat shifts, and backs Mayor Tate’s Aycock County Agricultural Fair idea as a next fall highlight. Citizens urged to act ahead of May elections and promote a larger, better High Point.
In Raleigh a House vote defeated creating Aycock County but supporters vow renewed effort. They insist rights under state constitution and Democratic doctrine demand a chance to register will, anticipate High Point as county seat, and aim for an almost unanimous petition to the legislature within two years.
The speaker claims an awakening and argues lawmakers will face an unanswerable argument and unanimous calls that will doom them if they refuse. They assert emerging from defeat with brighter prospects and renewed enthusiasm for creating Aycock County.
A letter urges High Point residents to live the preached creed of cooperation. It laments selfishness among a “little crowd,” calls for unity in city affairs, social groups and religion, and asks readers to recognize every worker as part of a single, contributing community.
The piece argues papers should charge for advertising to fund operations and local causes. It asserts free ads burden newspapers, supports paid space and subscriptions, and warns of unequal treatment if content is free. It claims every issue boosts the town and funds charitable efforts through revenue, not free space.
A local editorial celebrates High Point’s development and urges unity for progress. It argues residents should support the creation of Aycock County and reflects on the town’s improving welfare and civic spirit.
The article praises High Point for choosing progressive growth over mossbacks and old fogies who profited from protest. It credits a majority that supports moving forward and building a modern city in opposition to backward resistance.
Citizens urge the North Carolina legislature to address six months school term for rural children freight rate discrimination and child labor law. If lawmakers fail to act the session will be remembered as one that did not fulfill its duty and ignored vital state interests.
A North Carolina senator, discussing his resignation, claimed voters elect college graduates and lawyers who know little about good laws. The editor and the gentleman concluded the assertion was largely correct.
A Detroit era appeal offers twelve free post cards and a sample magazine in return for 4 cents postage. Readers may enter their name for inclusion in an Exchange column to receive mail matter from around the world and free samples from The New York Family Story Paper.
The Paragon Stamp Works represented by Stamey Printing House invites orders for rubber stamps seals and numbering machines at money saving prices. Phone 275.
A health advertisement urges those prevented from stopping work by illness to use Electric Bitters. It promises tone, vigor, and prevention of breakdown, claiming thousands bless them for health from the first dose and guarantees satisfaction at 50 cents per bottle.
If you have lost something or want to sell something, our penny column brings quick results by listing items and contact offers in a concise public notice format. Submissions stay brief and connect readers with potential finders or buyers quickly.
Nice and strong Jersey and Charleston Wakefield cabbage plants grown from high grade seed with 20 years experience behind them Advise setting as early as possible for an early start Directions with each order how to grow them clearly Moffitt's Farm Joseph Ingram Manager High Point NC.
Vinol cod liver and iron tonic claims to rebuild strength, improve appetite and sleep. An testimonial from Mrs Chas Proper of West Scranton Pa says three years of poor health improved after Vinol. Matton Drug Co High Point NC endorses a money back guarantee.
For sale, trespass notices, rent or sale notices, and chattel mortgages are available at The Review office for public viewing and processing.
An advertisement touts Dr. King s New Discovery as the best cough cold throat and lung medicine. It claims money back if it fails to cure and notes first dose relief with a testimonial from J R Wells of Floydada Texas about gaining weight after recovery and urges purchase at all druggists.
An advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills stimulate the liver improve digestion remove blood impurities and clear pimples and eruptions. It urges immediate use for four weeks and to buy at all druggists.
A compact ad style plea lists items and needs such as work clerks partners servants piano carriage town property dry goods hardware and urges advertising as key to success. It emphasizes advertising brings customers maintains energy and shows pluck for business growth.
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