A CLEAN CITY Woman Health Officer Appointed on Trial
At a City Council meeting on Friday night, local women petitioned for a woman health officer. Mrs. R. C. Soyars was appointed on a sixty day trial at fifty dollars a month. She will visit Winston to study the sanitary inspector there. The meeting also referred compulsory school attendance to the county board of education. Salaries for the colored school's principal and an additional teacher were raised. Lights were ordered free for the night school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C.soyars
County School Teachers Listed by Communities
A long list of county school teachers is provided by community, including Jamestown E L Coltrane J C Foster Mazie Kirkpatrick Alice Dixon Connie Henley Ida Ridge Lucy Henley Mrs J A White Addie Boone Linda Barnes and others in High Point Deep River Sandy Ridge and surrounding areas. Names span Jamestown Hill Top Greensboro Colfax Guilford College Kernersville High Point and more with multiple teachers per locale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gomgry
Jamestown
E. L. Coltrane
J. C. Foster
Mazie Kirkpatrick
Alice Dixon
Connie Henley
Ida Ridge
Lucy Henley
J. A. White
Addie Boone
Linda Barnes
Stone
Mamie G
Coltrane
Deep River
Sandy Ridge
Ada Wheeler
High Point
Carrie Idol
Colfax
C. H
Johnson
H. C. Cade
Mittie Jackson
Alba
Vera Ward
Guilford College
Millwood
Roella Pegg
Davis
Grover Hedgecock
Kernersville
Jennie White
DeLane
Carrie Morgan
Mechanicsville
Daisy Osborne
Nellie Cahal
Viola Younts
Sarah Wood
Fay Horney
Pearl Leonard
Welch
R. C. Boyd
Bessie Cashwell
Mary G. Sharpe
Cax Hil
H. W. Reynolds
Fannie C. Reynolds
Nannie J- Myatt
Luna Cox
Springfield
K. E. Farlow
Mamie Ellis
Marie White
Gertrude Farlow
Ettajean Ireland
Local business changes and community notes in High Point
J C Buchanan sells his interest in the Pepsi Cola plant to W G Brown who will continue the business. Robt Morrow exchanges 40 acres on Greene street extension to Chas Amos for two Johnson street homes plus other considerations totaling about 12000 dollars. Gentry Bros shows perform twice Saturday. Everybody's Day at Thomasville draws High Pointers. A large circus is booked for High Point on November 5. Rev D R Williams preaches to Juniors at Welch Memorial Church. Ambassador Dumba returns to Austria. editorial note complains of German officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Buchanan
Pepsi-Cola
W. GC. Brown
Mr. Buchanan
High Point
Robt. Morrow
Greene Street
Chas. Amos
Johnson Street
Gentry Bros
Thomasville
D. R. Williams
Welch Memorial Church
Dumba
Austria
Sam
Local Notes from High Point and Surrounding Areas
Community items include Mrs. and Mrs. Jones returning from Asheville and Weaverville, the Guilford County Sunday School convention at Guilford College, and a High Point audience enjoying an orphaned children night at the auditorium. Local clubs promote canning products, the Peerless Machine Works adds an addition, and Mrs. Marr passes away in Charlotte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic
High Point
T. F. Marr
Charlotte
Citywide religious revival urged as two weeks of meetings begin
Pastors announce a citywide revival starting next Sunday with simultaneous services across nearly all churches at 7 30 pm for two weeks. Attendance is urged as a gauge of local religious life and guests are encouraged to bring others. Funeral for late A W Council held Saturday at Thirston Street home with Dr A W Claxon and Rev J M Hilliard presiding. Floral tributes noted. Active pallbearers were Junior Order members D H Hall A B Horney J L Parish W H Ragar G A Matton J E Kirkman. honorary pallbearers included Council’s brothers deacons J A Clinard A E Tate A J Dodamead H D Sears F M Pickett G C Muse T G Shelton C A Smith N W Beeson J H Petty W L Kivett. Masons conducted grave rites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.W. Council
Thirston Street
A. W. Claxon
J. M. Hilliard
D. H. Hall
A. B Horney
J. L. Parish
W.H. Ragar
G. A. Matton
J.E. Kirkman
Fire Prevention Day Planned with School and Fire Dept Demonstration
Fire Prevention Day will be observed by the schools and the fire department which will make a demonstration in the afternoon on South Main street. The various buildings in the fire limits will be inspected also.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Main Street
Pythian Night in Greensboro Dignified Degree Work and Banquet
Pythians from High Point traveled to Lodge No. 80 in Greensboro for four High Point candidates in knighthood, with Past Grand Chancellor Mc Lean presiding. Speeches followed as Mayor Murphy and local leaders praised fraternal bonds, ending with a fine banquet and smoker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High Point
Greensboro
Lodge No. 80
McLean
Murphy
B. E. Moore
W. L.stamey
W. Blackwelder
Geo. T. Woods
A. M. Rankin
J. F. Hoffman
A.S. Halstrom
C.A Yost
Chas. H. Berrier
R. K. Davis
D. H. Milton
W. L. Stamey
A.M
Theatre Changes Hands in Thomasville Buy
J W Prevé of Thomasville buys a Point theatre and renames it the Broadway. It will continue to show top films in the local movie field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Prevé
Thomasville
Point Theatre
Rally Day Observed by Local Churches
Rally Day events were held at several churches including First Reformed Sunday School observing next Sunday and Presbyterian and Baptist hosts observing Sunday morning. Superintendent Haynes spoke at First Baptist before Sunday School classes highlighting the tally day observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
School of the First Reformed Church
Presbyterian and Baptist
Haynes
First Baptist Church
New Officers Elected At Local Organization Board
Gilliam is named president with J H Dobbs as secretary and treasurer. Directors include F N Tate J J Farris J Elwood Cox J W Harriss R H Wheeler J H B Terry and T D Gilliam to guide the group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aoe Gilliam
Xee Ea ‘Ate
Veesees Tt
J. H. Dobbs
F. N. Tate
J. J. Farris
J. Elwood
Cox
J. W. Harriss
R.H. Wheeler
J. H. B. Terry
T. D. Gilliam
Local Shoppers Prompted by Store Advertisements
Advertisers including Frazier Piano Co Thacker s Allen s Department Store and Gilmer Bros tout merchandise and value. Comstock Electric Co promotes an Edison Mazda Lamp Contest inviting participation. H A Moffitt discusses dress goods and shoes while Hart Drug Co highlights new camera models for better pictures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilmer Bros
Leonard Beavans- Stamey Co
Comstock Electric Co
H. A. Moffitt
Eer
Rose Theatre Manager McIntyre Promises New Diversions
Popular Rose Theatre manager McIntyre states he will focus on the Rose after relinquishing supervision of the Point Theatre. He pledges high standards, invites audiences to enjoy the moving pictures and assures no disappointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McIntyre
Rose Theatre
Point Theatre
Fair Highlights Attract Big County Attendance
Low round trip rates to the Greensboro fair next week draw crowds. Grand fire works and Battle of Tripoli listed among attractions. Everyone plans to attend as the biggest event of its kind in the county unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro
Tripoli
War report notes decline and plans to close canal to Nov 1
Gunners' report shows a big decline while Wilson and Daniels push for reinforced cruisers. May close canal to November 1. D. A. R. Conference ends a busy session. A child denied a doctor, convicted of manslaughter. Sypod meets October 26 to 29.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Daniels
Sypod
Lincoln Literary Society Reorganized Elects Officers
The Lincoln Literary society was reorganized Friday with officers elected: Lawrence Cannon president, Hugh Hamilton vice president, Earl Smith secretary, William Simmons censor, Clarence Schultress marshal, and Geddie Blair Strickland assistant marshal. A moonlight school movement is planned locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Literary Society
Lawrence Cannon
Hugh Hamilton
Earl Smith
William Simmons
Clarence Schultress
Geddie Blair Strickland
Salem Primitive Baptist Association Meets in Mechanicsville
The Salem Primitive Baptist association will convene at the Mechanicsville church for three days starting Saturday. Two services are planned for Saturday and Monday and four on Sunday, with several prominent Primitive Baptists in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem Primitive Baptist Association
Mechanicsville
Barnum and Bailey Circus Arrives in Wipston Salem
The Barnum and Bailey circus will exhibit in Wipston-Salem on Wednesday October 27. The parade begins at 10 a m with Lalla Rookh as the big introduction scene for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wipston-Salem
Lalla Rookh
Ready-to-wear dept unveils new suits and coats
Our ready-to-wear departments announce completion with a new line of suits priced 15 to 20 dollars and coats from 6.50 to 15.90 dollars. Sweater coats range 1 to 3 dollars. Visit Saturday to view new suits and coats at Leonard Beavans-Stamey Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Beavans-Stamey Co
Ownership and notices for The Review October 1915
The document lists ownership for The Review High Point North Carolina October 1 1915 with W L Stamey and sons as owners and managers. It includes sworn statement details and signatures. Obituaries note Glen Turner’s funeral, and C C McDonald a Raleigh broker’s suicide. The city plans to borrow 25000 dollars, Wilson announces engagement, Bulgaria responds with ultimatum to Serbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Review
High Point
N.C
W. L. Stamey
W. L
P. A. Stamey
Stamey Printing House
J.L. Parish
N. P
Field Trials Return With Pointer Club of America
Field trials of Northern Sportsmen clubs return to the area. The Pointer Club of America will hold its 1915 trials starting December 6 with 75 to 100 sportsmen and as many dogs entered across four stakes. E S Parrish leads temporary arrangements. The White Elephant Sale follows in the McD Gordy building on South Main, hosted by the Civic Department or the Women’s club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pointer Club of America
E.S. Parrish
McD
Gordy
South Maip S
Civic Department
Woman's Club
Hotel Richmond order for sale in Virginia
W L Stamey offers an order on Hotel Richmond Richmond Virginia valid for one year worth 60 dollars. Also offers an order on Hotel Cochrane Washington DC for 00 dollars. Sale at a discount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Aig Reduction
Cochrane
Washington,d. C
W. L. Stamey
Rural News Roundup From Greensboro And Nearby Areas
Local rural news covers school postings with Katherine Johnson switching to High Point city schools and Delphia Payne rejoining Jamestown High School. It notes a saw mill fire at J W Guire’s place, several visits to High Point and Raleigh, a court appearance by G R Henderson, and health updates for Mrs Kennedy with travel plans to Hiddenite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine Johnson
Join
Arie Garrison
J. W. Guiré
G. R. Henderson
Greensboro
W. E. Kennedy
News from Old Trinity October 4th
Mr Chafin visits his daughter Mrs Bruce Craven of Mocksville. Miss Palmer of Gulf leaves after visiting her uncle Tom Wood. Miss Lucy Crowder Trinity attends Everybody's day at Thomasville. Trinity is deserted as residents head to Thomasville for conveyance. Uncle Rad Ingram dies Sunday evening aged about 80.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chafin
Bruce Craven
Mocksville
Miss Palmer
Gulf
Tom Wood
Lucy Crowder
Trinity
Thomasville
Mr. Crowder
Mt. Vernon
Kate Craven
Richmond
Dr. Boyer
Rad" Ingram
Rad
Baptizing at Rich Fork Sunday Draws Large Crowd
A baptizing service at Rich Fork Sunday evening drew a large congregation where Brother Ara mic preached an excellent sermon. Mr. George Canard of High Point attended with his family. Elmer Warg fell and broke his leg but is recovering. Walter Beck and wife enjoy twins at home, a girl and a boy. Mr. Lowdersfilk and family dined at his Greensboro camp last Sunday. Mrs. T W S Grimes, with a broken hip from a cow chain incident, bears it patiently and progresses well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rich Fork
Brother Aramic
George Canard
High Point
Elmer Warg
Walter Beck
Lowdersfilk
Greensboro
T.W. S. Grimes
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Ww. C. Jones
Asheville
A. E. Tate
Morganton
Hunter C. Sechrest
Ray Oar M. Marris
Vera Idol
Glee Club
H. B. Martin
City Hospital
J. W. McFarland
Luther
Birdie Royals
White Oak Street
U. S
Wee
Wesley Memorial M.E
Recorder’s Court
Corinne Allman
Wesley Memorial Church
J. F. Hayden
South Carolina
the Daughters of the Confederacy
Fayetteville
Samuel Thompson
Fred Sechrest
Cordie
Evans
Prof. Haynes
Baracas
Fio
Pythian
Thacker's
Hart Drug Co
Wood's
Allen’s
the Review
P. B. Association
Barnum and Bailey
Glen Turner
Henry Easley
C. C. McDonald
Raleigh
Entre Nous Club
W. C. Beavans
Norman Galt
Washington
Bulgaria
Russia
Serbia
Vivian Gook
Clarence Pearce
J. W. Guyer
Matilda McMillan
W. P. Jester
E. L. Crouch
Lexington
Robinson's Circus
Omer Harvell
E. C. Henderson
May’ Hiatt
Misses Lillie
Dorothy Henneiee
Avue Guyer
Rt. 1
City
Old Trinity
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