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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1913
Page
1
Dr. Farrell of Greensboro praised a calendar produced by Stamey Printing House and persuaded Dr. J R Reitzel to obtain one. He called it the prettiest calendar he ever saw. The Commercial National Bank runs a new ad in the issue inviting business and paying for ad space.
The piece describes a proposed Aycock county with 200 square miles and about 24 000 population plus a taxable value of 8 million dollars and a Democratic majority around 450. High Point would be the capital with Thomasville as the second largest town and Jamestown Trinity alsoranks. It urges legislators to create Aycock county and reach 101 counties.
In front of The Review bulletin board three Black residents, two men and a reading woman, discussed the new county absorbing Greens boro Lexington Winston Salem Thomasville Randleman and New Market with Greensboro anger over a High Point based courthouse. The group expressed mixed anticipation as they noted High Point would host the new county seat.
The new Aycock county map on The Reviews bulletin board attracts many watchers who discuss and speculate about the county's future. Residents express strong interest in the map and the success of the new county.
At a school board meeting a committee was appointed to oversee a new building to serve the growing student population and upcoming generation in High Point.
Mr. C T Van Steenburg of the Ford Film Co travels to High Point to film a manufacturing city for nationwide release. The plan aims to show Main Street bustling with cars and crowds to create a flashy, appealing picture likely to draw visitors and investment. A copy of the completed film may be kept by the city at a cost of 125 dollars.
The speaker urges early registration of vital statistics to track ages and prevent underage marriages. He notes that delays in such laws harm posterity and cites the need to begin now. Also mentions Mr and Mrs Wilkes McClave leaving for Bermuda for health reasons.
A new hosiery manufacturing company promoted by G. H. and Thurlow Kearns is organized with 100000 capital. It will occupy a 60 by 100 foot two story mill on Hamilton Street opposite Shipman Organ Company and start with 500 dozen hosiery daily. Machinery orders placed. building work to start soon. The Kearns bring furniture industry background to the venture amid strong southern hosiery demand.
Mr D A Leonard of the Leonard Beavans Stamey Co sells his interest to Mr W C Beavans and moves to Lincolnton February 1 to join his brother Mr Orlando Leonard in business. The local firm continues as before and well wishes are offered to the Leonard family.
President Finley of the Southern Railway notes 37 new mills in 1912 with 427000 new spindles and 6450 new looms, most in the Southeastern states. He says additions to existing plants further boost capacity, sustaining the South’s record for cotton consumption vs other regions.
A cautious appeal urges thorough work and daylight before acting in Aycock County political efforts. It emphasizes readiness for the legislature's weeks ahead and warns against idle talk.
The annual meeting of Home Banking Co. stockholders was held Wednesday at 2 p m. Old officers were re-elected with one change A E Alexander added to the board of directors A six percent dividend was declared and $1000 added to surplus under cashier D H Milton and assistant H E Montsinger.
A school board appointed committee recommends a bond issue to raise funds for extra facilities. An election may be called soon to authorize bonds totaling $40,000 for school improvements.
Miss Margaret Etta Blair of Asheboro married Mr. Robert M. Noble of Chicago with Rev. C. H. Phipps officiating. Miss Nannie Buller played piano and Mrs. E. E. Kephart sang. A reception followed in a decoratively suited home.
A Raleigh Times quotation advises readers on avoiding good employment by acting wrong. It mocks pretenders who boast versatility and urges staying away from pool halls booze clubs and minding one’s own business. The piece satirically argues that dependable focused workers are preferred by employers.
A historical view argues the New Haven railroad system's control of rail, trolley, and boat transport across New England harms competition and service. It questions anti trust gains since 1890, warning that wealth concentrates power and rivals struggle against a dominant giant.
An editorial pondering whether a looming social catastrophe could act as mercy by restoring land and bounds to the common people, comparing mythic giants and the flood’s mercy to current upheaval. The piece reflects on divine purpose and national ownership amid upheaval.
Local readers see editorials praising Governor Kitchin and Locke Craig, with calls to support Aycock County boundaries. The piece notes legislative coverage, a Leonard Beavans Stamey sale ad, and multiple business ads. It mentions a dinner for Miss Etta Blair and a Raleigh inauguration crowd with perfect weather.
A newspaper promotion offers The Review and The American Home together for one year at $1.00 prepaid. The Review is the local weekly with eight to twelve pages, while The American Home from Raleigh has 16 to 24 pages. A free sample of The American Home will be mailed to subscribers later this month.
F E Johnson N G D E Hammer V G T Brown Fin Sec J R Young Rec Sec V D Sales P G J S Brower Warden W W Ellington F C Remfry Guards J L Brower Conductor Rev J M Hilliard Chaplain named in annual installation lists official duties for members and officers in the lodge.
Sachem D H Milton Sr Sagamore O R York Jr Sagamore J L Snider C of R W E Herndon K of W W L Stamey 1st and 2nd Sannaps D E Hammer J D Atkins Prophet S L Williams Guards T P Messick and Gurney Swain were installed by Past Great Sachem W L Stamey.
The Junior Order Guilford Camp No 23 held a public installation last Friday evening led by District Deputy Counselor J W Sechrest. The ceremony was impressive and the order, the city’s largest, was praised for its growth and Sechrest’s years of service. Several High Point citizens delivered speeches.
A fragment notes that calling a mana liar provokes insult and often leads to fights, particularly south of the Mason-Dixon line, while noting many people still defend their afflictions when provoked.
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