Patriot talk heats Moose lodge in Winston Friday night
Rev J A Clarke delivered a patriotic address before Winston Moose lodge members with local papers praising the talk. C C Harris visited the city from a notable business trip. Wilson W McIntire, twenty months old, son of Mr and Mrs Wa C McIntire, died Friday and was buried Saturday, described as exceptionally bright and causing grief to family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Clarke
Moose Lodge
Winston
Wilson W. McIntire
Wa. C. MclIntire
Annie Hedgecock
Nellie Daniels
F. L. Hedgecock
C. P. Hedgecock
John W. Moore
Ada Orrells
Rey Hayworth
Sanford Hayworth
Avery Motsinger
A. J.hedgecock
Clodfelter
Peach Hill
J. H. Idol
Curtis Idol
Carl Hedgecock
John Hedgecock
Ray Idola
Grover Hedgecock
Bedin
Yadkin
J. E. Welborn
Sue Ring
E. F. Hedgecock
Mrs. R. T. Chappell Visits Williamsburg Area
Mrs. R. T. Chappell is spending time with her family in Williamsburg Virginia. Centennial avenue paving is expected to finish within the coming week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. T. Chappell
Williamsburg, Va
Centennial Avenue
Cardus touted to aid nervous weakness and poor circulation
Kathleen Florida Mrs Dallas Prine reports relief from numb hands and limbs after five bottles of Cardus. She credits improved circulation, regained strength, and ability to care for six children. The ad claims no habit forming drugs and many women endorse Cardus. Mrs Frank Creelman injured arm in a fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathleen
Fla
Dallas Prine
Cardus
Deafness Cure Claim by Catarrh Cure Offer
An advertisement claims deafness is due to inflammation of the Eustachian tube and promises a cure with Fall's Catarrh Cure. It asserts 90 percent cases are caused by catarrh and offers a $100 reward for any deafness not cured, requesting readers send for circulars from J. Con ey & Co of Toledo, Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Coney, & CO
Toledo
Qhian
Prugzists
Wheat crop progress and war stamps amid Shady Grove notes
In High Point area wheat yields exceed expectations as a gasoline threshing engine reduces fire risk. Shady Grove residents discuss War Savings Stamps with several hundred dollars pledged and more to come. Community events include Bethany memorial for Dr. Murphy and Children’s Day at Mt. Vernon church. War effort, sugar shortages, and local visits fill the week, with many residents sharing news of family and local gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shady Grove
Piny Grove
High Point
Stamey
Paul
Dorothy
Mamie
Red Cross
Bethany
Dr. Murphy
Misses Wilmer
Janie Olodfelter
Mt. Vernon
Janie
S. R. Clodfelter
Roby Clodfelter
Thomasville
J.B. Motsinger
Little Peasentes
C. C. Smith
Lafayette McGhee
Margaret
Evelyn
J. Walter Tuttle
Levi Yokely
Samuel Yokely
Geo. Monisinger
John Yokely
Wallburg
Clyde
R. M. Clodfelter
D. E. Clodfelter
Governmnt
Peach Hill News Harsh Dry Spell Hits Crops
In Kernersville route four district the column notes a severe ongoing drought harming crops. It reports Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Hedgecock in poor health and mentions E L Hedgecock losing a fine hog last week, seen as a significant loss amid rising meat prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred L. Hedgecock
Elisha Hedgecock
E. L. Hedgecock
Gets-It promises corn relief for daily use and ease
An advertisement touts Gets-It as a fast acting corn remover that eases pain in seconds and lets you go on with daily activities. It claims the solution dries quickly, allows wearing shoes again, and requires no long recovery. Manufactured by E Lawrence & Co in Chicago and sold locally by High Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Lawrence &Co
Chicago
Bennett to Quit N Y Governor Bid If Roosevelt Runs
New York July 9 William M Bennett reiterated his bid for governor against Charles S Whitman and Merton E Lewis saying he will withdraw if Colonel Roosevelt enters the race He warned Whitman backers that Bennett would split the anti Whitman vote with Lewis in a three cornered contest and that Whitman seeks renomination
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New York
Rooseelt
William M. Bennett
Charles S. Whitman
Merton E. Lewis
Whitman
Bennett
Lewis
Big Transports for Movement of Troops
Chairman Hurley announced after a White House visit that the Shipping Board has awarded contracts for 92 army transports. After the war these ships will be used in the passenger carrying trade.
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Washington
Hurley
White House
The
Shipping Board
Three Investigations Begun Into Sinking of Excursion Boat
Pekin Illinois July 9 three investigations into the sinking of the excursion boat Columbia with an expected loss of 100 to 200 lives will begin today. The Tazewell County coroner will empanel a jury the state attorney will empanel a special grand jury and the United States steamboat inspection service will start an inquiry. The Columbia crew will be brought from Peoria under heavy guard amid fears of mob violence as rumors spread that the pilot slept at his post and crew drank heavily.
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Pekin, Ill
Columbia
Tazewell County
United States Steamboat, Inspection Service
Pekin
Peoria
WHAT BERLINERS MAY EAT DURING COURSE ONE WEEK
Amsterdam July 9 The present rations in Berlin are as follows for one person for one week Bread and flour 4 pounds Butter and margarine 2 1/2 ounces Potatoes 7 pounds Meat 4 4 ounces Bones 1 3 4 ounces Sausage 1 3 4 ounces Sugar 6 ounces In addition each person is allowed one egg a month Milk is provided only for children under six years of age and for invalids
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Berlin
Austrian Official Reports Setback in Peace Effort
A high Austrian official in close contact with Emperor Charles failed to open preliminary peace negotiations with Allied representatives in Berne. Geneva dispatch cited by the Express via Milan's Seccolo as authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Charrles
Berne
Geneva
Express
Seccolo
Milan
Carriers Decline to Seek Pay Increase Amid War State
At Columbia convention, South Carolina Rural Free Delivery carriers adopt resolutions declining to ask Congress for higher salaries under current wartime conditions. They also pass resolutions honoring Senator Tillman, who is deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
S. C
Congress
South Carolina
Tillman
Kidney trouble warning and remedy from Mrs Welborn
A High Point resident warns about back and kidney pain and urges Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs R B Welborn details five years of kidney issues, dizziness and vision problems then credits Dean's Kidney Pills with restoring her health. Price 60 cents at dealers. FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. B. Welborn
E. Washington St
Dean
Doan
City Tax Notice Calls for 1917 Payments
Citizens of High Point urged by City Manager J. Murphy to pay 1917 taxes promptly to avoid extra interest. Mail a check or visit the collector's office to settle the amount for municipal needs.
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High
Point
J. Murphy
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Beavan’s
Beavans
Cavans
Trinity College Durham
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Florida
Frank Creelman
Solomon Rabinowitz
Washington St
Annie
Route 4
Mary A. Clodfelter
Kernersville
Rt. 4
Mana Drug Co
J. A. Hart Drug Co
N. Y
Roosevelt
Keeir
McCormick & CO
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Kerr Bee
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