High Point Furniture Growth Drives North Carolina Development
The High Point area evolved from a single furniture shop to a major industrial center influencing the state's economy and regional growth. The town attracted factories, hotels, and a central exposition plan to showcase products, while road improvements and education supported its expansion and national recognition.
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High Point
North Carolina
Sy “Seze S PeywuMey
Greenshore
News & Observer
Editing a Newspaper Is a Delicate Profession
The piece lampoons the pressures of running a paper. It lists critics who accuse over advertising space, church attendance, street presence, wedding write ups, and other editorials. It quips that reporting all sides invites outrage, while maintaining editors can handle visitors and claim the work is a mere snap.
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Washington
Greensboro Gentleman Declines Playground Fund Gift
A Greensboro gentleman, known for aiding calls for help, answers a solicitor for a playground fund with a detailed reply. He outlines his reasons for not contributing further, explaining his position and intent behind the decision.
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Greensboro
Are Hard-Surfaced Roads a Necessity or Luxury
Minnie J. Grinstead argues hard surfaced roads move a progressive rural community toward necessity. She cites social and economic benefits for women and markets, noting costs but stressing lasting value and national defense lessons from history.
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Minnie J. Grinstead
Kansas
Kentucky
France
Germany
Time tested kidney remedy gains High Point trust
Time is the test of truth and Dean's Kidney Pills have proved their value in High Point. Mrs. Charles Lee of 423 South Main Street stated on December 21, 1914 that two boxes relieved long standing kidney pain and backache. She reaffirmed her recommendation on July 23, 1918.
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Dean
High Point
Charles Lee
South Main ‘Street
Doan
Foster-Milburn Ge
Msgrs
Buffalo, N. Y
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Jewish Relief
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J. Wesley Hedgecock
Guilford County
A. Weavel
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W. W. Jones
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High Point, N. C
Cardui
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Thacker’s
Hamilton and Elgin
Stamey’s Jewelry Store
Civil Service
Edwards Business College
Stamey
HOUSE
Tealing Silver Hollowware
Stamey’s
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Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company
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Fafa
Fia Halal
Azzari FC A MY
Stamey's
Thrift
Kearns
H.A. Miuts
A. M. Rankin
J. H. Adams
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G.A. Potocx
Warner
Beavans
Wachovia Bank & Trust Co
Wescott Roberson
W.C. Idol
L. C. Matton
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