12 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
1
Secretary Clarke of the Industrial Committee reports a labor boom with 200 workers requested for High Point mills and factories. Pay averages 1.65 dollars daily in furniture work, 1.50 for common labor, and 100 street workers are also needed. Housing is being arranged for newcomers amid widespread demand.
Advertisers fill the page with offers from Atlantic Sales Co Leonard-Beavans-Stamey Co Gilmer Bros Co Miss Venetia Smith Wachovia Bank Moffitt Furnishing Co Artic Ice and Coal Co Sisson Motor Supply Co Solomon Rabinowitz and others. Mentions include new stores on Main and English streets and weekly space ads with emphasis on low prices and goods for cash. Also notes Mrs Geo A Matton returning from Richmond visit.
Obituary notes John S. Henderson former congressman from the 8th district dies at his Salisbury home in his 70s. Social items mention Mrs. B Frank Mebane of Spray on the Billion Dollar Train tour in the west supporting Hughes. A man named Geo Brooks is sentenced to 14 months on the chain gang for violating Prohibition laws. Community happenings include a sermon at North Main Street M church, a silent film shown at Broadway theater, and Piping work starting on South Main street.
Six of the latest 42 and 31 piece china sets are showcased at a deep ten day sale to clear stock before Blue Bird sets arrive by November 15. Prices are advertised at 498 and 5.98 including a one year Review subscription, with standard value rising to 698 and 7.98 after the sale ends.
By resolution of the City Council of High Point on October 3 1916 a public auction will be held for cash on November 14 1916 at 12 noon in front of the Bank of Commerce Building. The tract named Wheeler Park lies in High Point Township and measures about 322 500 square feet with boundaries along Louise Avenue Greensboro Avenue Blair Street and the alley. Sale subject to existing deed restrictions from Home Investment and Improvement Company filed in Guilford County Book 263 Page 401 the 1916.
We are headquarters for suits and coats with coats from 5 dollars to 250 dollars and suits priced 12 50 15 00 20 00 and 25 00. Be sure to see our line before you buy at Leonard Beavans Stamey Co.
A Virginia habeas corpus case ends in a dramatic confrontation as Jack Martin secures his 17 year old wife from her father in Shelby. Sheriff and crowd clash over custody while Judge Webb weighs whether to force a return or allow union. The scene ends with the couple escaping by car to start a new life together.
Mrs Ralph Thomas sister of Dr O D Baxter of this city died in Denver Sunday after returning from a visit here. The remains were to be interred at Webb City Missouri. One day earlier a fair review was issued one day earlier this week.
Trinity Penny Bros and Thomas Bros of Sed am Realty and Auction Co. conducted another major sale at Trinity. Heitman land brought a satisfactory price amid a lively crowd with music and steady pace to the bidding.
Pastor H. H. Robbins opens a series at Main Street M. E. church next Sunday October 15 inviting the public to attend.
Lexington man Jim Manly was sentenced to six months road duty after being found with 23 pints of whiskey. He claimed the alcohol was to bathe an old sore, a treatment after doctors failed to help. The whiskey was poured into the sewer by order of the recorder. Presiding Elder Rowe of Salisbury district missed a Sunday appointment due to a miscalculated train time. He is the father of High Point's Wesley Memorial M. E. church pastor.
Betty Wales dresses gain from serges and chiffons offered by Moffitt Furnishing Co. A half dollar series presents blues browns and neutrals at 50c. a $1.00 quality covers wine Catawba Java and navy. Crepe de Chine waists priced around $1.98 to $2.98 with new neckwear at 25c and 50c.
Registration books for the November election are open and will stay open until October 28. Registrars will staff polling places in October on Saturdays to register voters. Those previously registered in the last two years or for the June primary do not need to re register unless they have changed their voting precinct.
Ned Dorsett, alleged to have a bad reputation, assaulted Tom Pethel and threatened Officer Carroll with a gun when approached. Carroll disarmed him after a brief struggle. A separate assault case against Dorsett’s daughter-in-law is also pending. He is to be tried in today’s court.
Editor reports a successful Everybody's Day in Thomasville with a great crowd, amusements, exhibits, parade, balloon ascent and parachute leap, music, and a jolly atmosphere. Estimated attendance reaches about ten thousand.
An observer describes a sunset scene as a masterful nature painting. The October twilight to a heavenward panorama features city imagery of gold streets and sapphire buildings, with angelic figures and serene waters. The piece likens the view to paradise and a reflection of the eternal home.
The Broadway Theatre screens Where Are My Children on Thursday and Friday October 26 and 27. Local citizens praise the film as a great living moral depiction of motherhood and life with a strong message against ignorance and vice.
Citizens sign a petition urging oil asphalt be used on East Washington Street instead of lake asphalt to save cost. They argue the city should adopt oil asphalt everywhere and avoid dual use. The note also mentions Hebrews celebrating the Festival of Tabernacles this week.
Democrats plan a large turnout as Gov. Locke Craig addresses voters on current issues at the Armory Thursday night despite Greensboro fair crowds. Attorney General Bickett is slated for October 21 with a large crowd, and plans for ex Governor Morrison and possibly W W Kitchin to close the campaign are mentioned by C E Mendenhall.
High Point Route 3 notes new life for Fairfield Sunday school after a protracted meeting with Mr and Mrs Suits returning from Moore’s Springs. Oak Shade school began Oct 9 with Prof Crude Colfax and Miss Mamie Coltrane Sophia directing. Prof Fentress practiced singing for the Pleasant Garden convention on the 4th Sunday in October. Farmers plan abundant wheat oats and rye next year as fields show renewed sowing. Many from this route will attend Greensboro fair this year.
The Ganaway sale drew attendees including Attys Hammer Brittain and Asheboro lawyers. Visitors included Prof Walter Ingram Swansboro High School Supt, Miss Irene Payne Raleigh, Miss Martha Peace High Point, and Mrs Wesley Reddick ill. Local events included Everybody's Day in Thomasville and Rose Johnson enjoying High Point cinema. Found auto wheel and tire noted. contact Jess Newton.
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