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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1916
Page
7
A motivational verse urges readers to rely on themselves not others. It warns heavy reliance leads to downfall and jail, praising self initiative, hard work, and personal responsibility with references to work ethic and progress. The closing line signs off with SrnH Brogle.
More than fifty bills in Congress seek a one cent postage on letters. Experts say the government currently nets a large surplus from letter postage and a one cent rate could boost mail volume enough to offset any rate cut. The change is strongly favored by business users seeking lower costs.
In a debate sparked by the Varner Stedman contest, the Lexington candidate is urged to seek a statesmanlike standard for Congress. The Reidsville Herald notes Varner’s indictment aside and highlights his strong support in Randolph and Davidson counties. Col H B Varner predicts a solid showing for nomination as he praises party loyalty and service across districts.
A High Point NC advert declares a sale of 42 and 31 piece Worcester China Co dinner sets at one third wholesale price plus a year’s Review subscription. Limited to 30 days, the offer touts real china patterns and wholesale savings contrasted with retail prices, with exhibition pending.
Through an arrangement with local theaters Saturday morning will be set aside as Children’s Day with a charge of a penny admission. Films aimed at children will be shown to guide young minds away from potentially harmful impressions.
High Point area residents share visits and activities from the period. Mrs Ed J Welch spent last Monday with Mrs Alfred Peace. Mrs Henderson and daughter visited relatives in Lexington last weekend. Miss Madge Rockfield visited Annie McLeod. Local families attended Delane school closing and a Red Men district meeting in Lexington.
The Review notes the U File M binder is now available in High Point for home and office use. It holds over 1500 papers, measures 11 by 16 inches, and uses a gum sticker to bind pieces. Priced at 1.75 dollars, it is presented as a valuable business tool.
A devotional poem celebrates happiness and charity urging readers to help others and live righteously. It references Jesus in Gethsemane and the hope of eternal life, inviting readers to greet each other with kindness and aim for the life to come.
The fifty sixth great North Carolina state fair will be held in Raleigh from October 16 to 21 1916. The Carolinas Circuit of Fairs lists Winston Salem October 3 6 Greensboro October 10 14 State Fair Raleigh October 16 21 Fayetteville October 24 27 Spartanburg South Carolina October 31 November 3 and Charlotte November 7 10.
In High Point Route 3 notes the Oak Shade school will close Saturday April 1 with exercises at 10 A M and evening play. Local visitors include Miss Ella Layton who visited Mrs Lee Groome of Groometown last Saturday. Master James Gilbreath improving after illness.
Mrs Slack of Palmyra Pa testifies that after using Vinci her child’s chronic cough disappeared, she grew hungrier, gained weight, and looked healthier. The Matton Drug Co of High Point North Carolina guarantees the tonic to strengthen delicate children.
An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as essential for every home, relieving bruises and muscle pains with antiseptic healing properties. It emphasizes repeatedly tried effectiveness and growing recognition, branding it a reliable remedy for all ages.
V W Idol and Company advertise Moore's Springs water as a healthful beverage and promote its sale to customers seeking improved health.
For March only, the Progressive Farmer offers six months free to subscribers who pay $150 for a yearly Review subscription. The deal is valued at $200 and expires April 1. Also promotes buying shares in the Commercial National Bank Building and Loan series 16 to own a home.
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