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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1914
Page
8
The publication states it will not run whiskey advertisements and will not publish anything detrimental to High Point business interests, aiming to protect local commerce in the city and suburbs.
A scathing rural column condemns human greed dubbing it a vampire that steals from widows, orphans, and the poor. It argues retribution comes to such ruthless wealth builders and urges cash sales, prompt bill payments, and a new city market to boost town health.
The traveling public is annoyed that officials have discontinued the through train between High Point and Aberdeen. Trains now run only to the capital of Randolph County, and passengers from points east of Asheboro face changes and limited service.
Passengers endure three hour waits for trains as a long standing service is halted. North and westbound travelers face similar disruption, prompting calls for explanation. Locals warn responsibility may rest with those who claim to be friends of the High Point area.
Sealed bids for a new Rankin Street fire station will be received at City Hall at 1 P M on Monday July 20. Plans and specifications are in the mayor's office for review. A faithful performance bond is required and the city may reject all bids. The editor urges delaying the fire house until the city market and station are built to save cost and trouble.
An estimate shows about 12,000 cars sold in North Carolina since introduction, with Guilford County accounting for 578 last year and Greensboro 293 car owners. About 100 cars were sold locally in the year, each costing around 1000 dollars, totaling roughly 12 million dollars spent, mostly leaving the state despite 20 percent agent commissions. Monthly upkeep around 20 dollars per car implies annual outflow of about 2.8 million dollars, while license fees bring in 4,000 dollars yearly. High Point reports over 300 automobiles, and mule and horse prices remain high despite automobile use.
The editor and family joined a Sunday reunion at Aunt Grandma Stamey's home four miles north of Greensboro. Mrs Belzorah Stamey, aged eighty six, headlined the gathering with many Stamey descendants present from Winston, High Point, and surrounding counties. Grandma Stamey, sister of Supt Thornwell Haynes' father, has six living children and about thirty great grandchildren, with plans to visit Greensboro High Point and Lincoln and Catawba counties in coming weeks.
The third semiannual Southern Furniture exposition began Monday the 13th in High Point and runs through the 25th. Local manufacturers tout expositions as the best way to boost trade, projecting stronger buyer turnout than previous shows, drawn by high quality displays and multiple price points. Managers Freeman, Comer, Lambert, and Ford guide tours of varied exhibits from plain to luxurious woods and styles, with five to six million dollars invested in the industry. Golf sticks are also produced locally alongside streetcars and other wood goods.
Hugh Gordon of Brown Summit lost an arm and badly mashed shoulder trying to catch a freight train. The old story of fooling with supreme danger. Furniture buyers have begun to land and manufacturers are pleased with orders. Mrs M C Crowson and children return from Elizabeth City after weeks away, much improved in health.
Dodson’s Liver Tone promises safer gentler liver support without harsh calomel. The vegetable tonic claims to soothe the liver, avoid dangerous after effects, and is offered with a money back guarantee at fifty cents.
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