14 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
1
Midnighters broke into A. R. Kimrey’s East Washington street store stealing about 1100 cigarettes, a few packs over two boxes, 101 pairs of socks and several garters worth around ten dollars. Police suspect young burglars. owner plans iron bars on windows to deter future intruders.
Karl Lehmann field secretary of the United Society of the Christian Endeavor is in town. He speaks at the Friends church in the afternoon and at the Presbyterian church in the evening drawing large crowds.
A sister in Namer Pike reports her brother, a deaf mute, disappeared after leaving for California three years ago. He last sent cards from Oakland and San Francisco, with no word in the past year. The San Francisco police chief is asked to investigate the missing man.
The Confederate Veterans were hosted by the local Daughters of the Confederacy on Saturday in Lincoln hall. About 75 attendees enjoyed a fine dinner with decorations, talks by veterans, and girls assisting in serving. Mrs. I Irvin Paylor elected sponsor to replace Miss Helen Brockett, with the sponsor’s regalia presented by Geo. T. Woods.
Manager McIntyre of the Rose acquires new film pictures directly from the General Film Co. in Washington, D. C. The releases arrive the day after they are released, keeping audiences viewing up to the minute cinema action.
Farmers faced heavy mowing losses after week of rain and frost. Local residents attended the Singer's Convention in Randleman. A large crowd gathered for a Cottage prayer meeting at Mr D M Hohn. Lula Hohn visits Greensboros Smith family. Fairfield Sunday school holds fourth Sunday plans. Community preparing for Greensboro fair. Oak Shade school opened October with strong turnout.
The Recorder ordered Gana to post a peace bond of 100 dollars and cover trial costs after threatening his wife. The ruling mandates restraint and financial responsibility for the case's defense and related expenses.
Community notices cover events and chatter from Mrs Comstock Mazda Lamp Contest to the State Fair in Raleigh. Reports include illness recoveries scouts at Goulds pond football star Skiles Hoffman, and various local goings on with visits, travel, and society notes.
The Review urges finding and praising good traits in neighbors rather than dwelling on faults. It cites noble acts, sacrifices, and lifesaving deeds by local men and women, calling for recognition to brighten the community and inspire others. The paper seeks cooperation to uncover and commend daily unselfishness both private and public.
Harry Andrews of the Broadway theatre found a pocket book with three hundred sixty eight dollars and coats between the Blair home and Archdale and returned it to the old lady owner. She offered a reward which he refused showing exemplary honesty in a Sunday incident praised by the writer.
Nebraskan statesman William Jennings Bryan visited the Twin City area on Friday. He spoke at the Commercial National Bank about peace and neutrality in the war, urged caution against militarism, and then addressed crowds in Winston and Greensboro before traveling to Clarksville Virginia. Local committees led the welcome with city officials and representatives from multiple clubs and organizations assisting the visit.
The automobile seized from John Wade the High Point blind tiger was auctioned Saturday by Sheriff Stafford. Mr. W. T. Lockwell bought the machine for 307.50 and plans to use it to deliver groceries rather than transport liquor.
The Rose Theatre announces four weeks of feature pictures starting this week with a new high class film each week. Rose Theatre aims to please theatre goers in High Point by offering the best productions and reliable entertainment.
Bold bandits hold up train and get rich haul. Crowds cheer Presidnt and fiancee in New York. Bryan in High Point. Lieut. Harris is killed. All the latest war news. Local editorial and general news.
Factories are running full time and offering extra shifts as a labor shortage widens. Many workers left during the dull period but could be rehired to meet rising demand, with scores of hands now sought to keep up with increased business.
Ex governor Cole L. Blease announces he will address the Red Men and the public in High Point on November 6th unless something serious occurs. The noted South Carolina orator plans an extraordinary speech to energize attendees at the district meeting.
Mrs Mallie P. Sechrest died after nearly two years of illness. She is survived by her husband and two children. Funeral services were held from Main Street M P Church, conducted Tuesday afternoon by Rev A G Dixon with Rev J M Hilliard assisting, a family friend.
Claude Coley was arrested in Charlotte Saturday charged with taking clothes and valuables from William Clinard’s room at the Elwood. Chief Gray brought Coley back for trial. He posted $15 security until Monday morning but failed to appear and a capias was issued.
Rev Gilbert Rowe led a strong sermon at Wesley Memorial Church citing first Corinthians chapter 11 verse 22. Other ministers Pleasant D. Brown A W Claxon and C P Coble delivered solid sermons to congregations Sunday.
A Republican state executive committee will convene in Greensboro on November 18 to discuss preliminary plans for next year's campaign. Ex-Congressman John M. Morehead of Charlotte chairs the committee with Gilliam Grissom of Greensboro as secretary.
Mechanicsville graded schools opened Monday to a student body over 300. Six teachers are listed among the staff as the new term begins.
The program opens with the L A C Orchestra on October 19, featuring a singing quartet. On November 4, Frederick Ward the Shakespearean scholar performs. Seats go on sale October 14 after seven o clock at Ring Drug Co.
The Review announces an advance edition for the fair week to free employees Thursday off.
Frazier Piano Co promotes Lindeman and Sons pianos while Thacker’s sells footwear and Hart Drug Co. advertises medicines. Wood’s Dry Goods Center targets ladies shopping, Moffitt Furnishing Co. highlights millinery, Allen’s Department Store shows attractive items, Gilmer Bros. offers invincible values, Leonard-Beavans-Stamey Co. features coats, Loomstock Electric runs an Edison Mazada Lamp Contest inviting participation, H. A. Moffitt and Horney’s Transfer push fall goods and coal deals.
High Point Lodge No. 1155 B P O Elks mourns the death of Brother James A. Turner a devoted member who exemplified charity justice brotherly love and fidelity The lodge extends sympathy to the bereaved family prays for comfort and requests a copy of the resolutions be mailed to the family and published in the High Point Review
One year hotel order on Hotel Richmond Richmond VA valued at 60 dollars offered at a large reduction. Also another order on Hotel for son L Stamey. Magazines offered for 18 cents with subscription to The Review.
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