16 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
The Review
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1915
Page
1
A High Point plea urges men to hear Prof Thornwell Haynes at Wesley Memorial M E church Baraca class each Sunday. The writer advocates securing Haynes for broader civic benefit, noting his talks are free and more valuable than paid entertainments.
Outsiders contribute little to the town’s success and locals should buy locally. Our merchants can supply every want so there is no excuse to shop elsewhere or with mail order sharks. Loyal residents will keep money within the town and take pride in supporting local business.
The notice highlights promotions from Commercial National Bank and Bank of Commerce with new machines and coin talk. It also promotes Millinery by Venetia Smith, Home Banking Co. statements, H A Moffitt millinery opening, High Point Perpetual B and L, Woods Dry Goods, Hart Drug Co, Allen Department Store, and Store stationery features in The Review.
O C Klingman once a Greensboro businessman reached the city from Seattle after a six day trip with Sheriff Stafford and Deputy Phipps. He is indicted for misappropriation from J I Case Threshing Machine Company where he served as district manager. He claims about 8000 dollars, the company asserts about 30000.
The North State Telephone Company of High Point asked Greensboros board on Monday to consider a new charter increasing long distance stations beyond the current 25. The move would align its privileges with Bell Company standards. The matter was referred to the city attorney for charter review and potential amendment.
Recorder reports several minor cases with Earl Palmer charged with slapping his wife given 15 days and appealing Ralph Koontz released on warrant technicality Walt Ganaway fined five dollars and costs for speeding in the Collins Horney Austin melee Horney named aggressor and sharing costs The dispute began over a transfer customer
The Twin City welcomes Al G Fields and the Laugh Show tomorrow night at the Winston auditorium. Citizens expect many locals to attend the touring attraction praised for its minstrelsy and humor as roads and goodwill between Furniture and Tobacco cities fuel turnout. Potash and Perlmutter also plays Tuesday night September 21 at the same venue.
The Burroughs bookkeeping machines are described as artificial brains installed by MECHANICAL BRAINS. They operate intelligently and accurately, performing tasks once done by the bank’s smartest personnel, benefiting both the bank’s operations and its customers.
President Wilson started a detailed review of preliminary defense reports from Secretary Garrison and Secretary Daniels. He weighs the likely costs of strengthening the army and navy and will decide on recommended increases after further department reports and consultations with Senate and House military and naval chairmen.
The Lutheran congregation has purchased the Burns house opposite the church to house Pastor P. D. Brown. The effort reflects praise for the current pastorate and a call to curb false fire alarm pranks endangering lives, with Chief Ingram and city officials urged to identify the culprits.
William A. Roberts, formerly of St. Louis, now in High Point, forms Sunset Film Manufacturing with offices in High Point. The company will begin immediate work making movie films of scenes in and around High Point, with W. A. Copeland, Fred Jones, and other locals involved.
E I Jones sued the city of High Point claiming sewerage damage. A jury awarded Jones 1300 dollars then last week 3000 dollars, but Judge Justice set the verdict aside as excessive.
Fourteen year old Lacey Coe, a colored messenger at Hart Drug Co on South Main, suffered severe facial burns when a boiling casserole burst its top and splashed hot liquid over his face. Two doctors treated him for hours. the prognosis says he may survive but his face will be permanently disfigured.
Opening day at Miss Vene tia Smiths millinery on South Main features a large display of fall hats. Prices are low and styles include Quaker sailor Pagoda steel trimmed designs Bird of Paradise Goura and Ostrich plume creations. Miss Cromer assists with Miss Smith Sechrest and Kluttz to guide shoppers.
State-wide prohibition carries in South Carolina amid a national anti German campaign opposing the one billion dollar credit loan to Great Britain and France. The county road force repairs the High Point Arch road. Greene Street Baptist to observe Home Coming Sunday September 26. Baracas and Philotheas picnic at M P Children’s Home. Chas Gurley thanks friends for support after the death of his baby. H A White to attend National Carriage Builders Association meeting in Cleveland September 21-23.
J B Wood of High Point is among hundreds enlisted in the Blade campaign for service in the U S army. The goal is to establish safety for Americans on the frontier and peace and order in Mexico.
City physician Dr Hugh W McCain issued a public notice declaring drinking water contaminated after heavy rains. Residents urged to boil water before use while daily tests determine when it is fit to drink. The Review awaited latest state chemist analysis and city manager Lyon had requested it.
Beginning next week The Review shifts to a paid-in-advance plan and begs readers to square accounts so no issue is missed. If not paid by October 1, subscribers may face non delivery, with options offered to pay or arrange an adjustment. An advertising offer proposes four high class magazines for one year at 18 cents total with advance payment.
A Reuters dispatch from Maasluis Holland reports heavy firing in a westerly direction. The exchange began at 9 30 and by 10 o clock was so violent that windows here and at Hook of Holland rattled.
Miss Hallie Williams entertaining friends at a Friday evening party from 8 to 8 30. Pink and white colors decorate the hall library and dining room. A huge 14 candle birthday cake centers the dining table. Japanese lanterns grace the front porch.
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