Fresh Cut Flora Display At Local Shop
Local florist showcases a rich display of fresh cut flowers in a welcoming storefront. Customers are invited to browse the varied assortment of blooms and arrangements on sale.
25 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1915
Page
1
Local florist showcases a rich display of fresh cut flowers in a welcoming storefront. Customers are invited to browse the varied assortment of blooms and arrangements on sale.
Governor Craig issued a commission as notary public to Mrs. Nolan Knight of Asheville. This marks the first appointment under the new law allowing women to serve as notaries.
Washington’s birthday observed by Chickasaw Tribe No. 32 in High Point with speeches by Hon D M Weatherly of Franklinville and W E Herndon. Program included Immortal Washington Declaration of Independence and True Fraternity among others. miniature flags distributed to audience.
The Review records the death of Abram Cook at his North Main Street home in Frieday afternoon after a short illness from heart trouble. He was 53 and deeply involved in High Point’s business scene, recently in the lumber trade. His wife receives broad sympathy. Remains were sent to St Louis on No 11 for interment and will be cremated there by request.
Alfred Payne and Nina Cecil were married Saturday night February 20 at the home of officiating magistrate N. W. Beeson on North Main Street. The groom is son of Alfred Payne and the bride daughter of A. C. Cecil. Many friends extend best wishes for their life together.
The Stamey Printing House received the highest commendation from top printing authorities, a diploma of merit confirming its superior work. The notice invites customers to bring their printing needs to the shop for quality results.
Last week Jamestown school building burned and was depleted but a bigger and better structure will rise. The High Point chemical engine arrived too late to help as flames consumed the facility.
President Hobbs of Guilford College resigns after three decades, to be succeeded by Dr. Thomas Newlin, current president of Whittier College in Pasadena, California, who formerly served as Guilford's dean.
The South Carolina Legislature prepared to adjourn tonight. It authorized a September 14 vote on a state wide prohibition bond issue totaling about 5 million dollars for public road improvements. Mrs. Edgar Whitener is improving after hospital operation last Monday.
This Week reports ex president Taft’s forceful Morristown address warning of new European issues and grave danger to the United States. Also noted are Congress appropriations, a North Sea mine attack on an American steamer, German torpedoing of ships, and state political activity in North Carolina.
Mr R B White dealer in the livery business on East Washington street sells his operation including horses vehicles harness feed and accessories to Ragan and Tomlinson. They will move all to Rankin street stables and convert the building into two stores with work starting immediately.
Mr Welch former manager of Home Furniture, later with Mutual Furnishing Co, will reopen the Home Furniture store at the old stand in a few days.
Frances Williard day is observed Sunday night at Wesley Memorial M E church. There will be good music and a fine program that promises to be interesting and profitable for all attendees.
Dr Forscue of Jamestown reports a mass meeting decided to replace the burned school with a modern brick building costing 20000 dollars. Classes will continue in available space until the new term begins, and the town shows its grit with prompt action.
Washington reports Britain has considered U S proposals to end the war zone threat to neutral shipping. The plan asks Germany to lift the zone and all belligerents to adopt a policy on food shipments to civilians. Ruth M. Welch dies near Pisgah on Feb 16 after a long illness. noted as Baptist church member.
In a fierce editorial the writer argues that a committee of Democrats pushed a High Point charter measure without a public vote. They condemn senatorial courtesy and warn the people would reject the proposal if allowed to vote, predicting a Republican tilt and calling for direct public suffrage on city offices.
City ledger for January 1915 shows debits totaling 4 622 44 with entries including reserve bond redemption uncollectable taxes general and fire department expenses street cleaning lights and hydrant rental. Notes advise Dr W A Hayes to rest and mention local events and notices including speeches on woman suffrage by Chief Justice Walter Clark and several local improvements and business updates.
Frep N. Tate mayor states the city will advertise and sell property to satisfy city taxes on March 15 1915 if the bond issue to relieve tax payments is not passed by the legislature or the bonds cannot be used. He notes bond interest and obligations must be met and urges support to protect the city credit.
In Havana on February 22 Jack Johnson the famed pugilist and his party including wife and brother registered at a hotel but were asked to leave within minutes. They then sought lodging at a private house whose location was not disclosed. Johnson had arrived from Cienfuegos on a Barbados schooner en route to Mexico to fight Jess Willard.
Julius C Smith of High Point was granted license to practice law by the Supreme Court and sworn in before Guilford County Superior Court on Thursday.
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