Prohibition Not Ruining West Coast Grapes says Dr Moore
Dr Warren D Moore of Santa Barbara argues prohibition favors wine grape growers by enabling drying and higher prices. He notes wine grape prices fell under a wine trust while table and raisin grapes fetched more. Foreign buying of dried grapes and mixed fruit drinks dominate coast thirsts. He spoke after addressing a Santa Barbara Presbyterian church and touring local vineyards.
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California
Warren D. Moore
Santa Barbara
The
Messenger
Wine Trust
Moore
First Presbyterian Church of
Calif
Presbyterian Church
Dr. Wilcox
No Settlement Reached in Canada Strike
James T. Kolbert reports from Winnipeg on May 27 that no settlement occurred in the general strike paralyzing the city for six weeks. About twenty postal workers returned to duty as military and police guard post office and telephone buildings. Militia and regulars stand at arms ready for instant recall with no disorder reported.
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James T. Kolbert
United Press Staff
Winnipeg
Man
ST. Carmarines
Ontario
Calgary
Alberta
Berger Case Set for Special Election Hearing
Washington May 27 The special elections committee will take up Veédor er’s right to a House seat on June 11. Representative Ballinger of Massachusetts, chairman, announced the date today.
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Berger Case
Washington
Veédorer
House
Special Elections Committee
Representative Ballinger
Massachusetts
Seventeen Year Locust Cicada History and Control
The article reviews the periodical cicada, its 17 year cycle, and how clearing woodland for homes accelerates its emergence. It cites historical observations from Moreton and Matthews, notes experts foresee long-term persistence, and highlights Dixon Merritt’s 1919 circular detailing a succinct history and protective measures. The circular will be distributed in 21 states where cicadas appear this year.
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Washington
Gideon B. Smith
C. L. Mariatt
United States Department of Agriculture
Nathaniel Moreton
Cambridge
Mass
New England
Plymouth
T. M
Thomas Matthews
Samuel Matthews
Virginia
Dixon Merritt
Office of Information
Discover Gold in Cassiar Prompts Prospectors’ Route
Vancouver researchers report gold finds in Cassiar region to be explored by prospectors from the city. The Canadian Geological Survey has been informed and notes transportation issues are almost insurmountable. Officials warn against fraudulent blue sky promoters targeting hopeful citizens.
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Vancouver
B. C
Coasiar
Canadian Geological Survey
Cassiar
Blue Sky
Seaplane Skippers Gather Data Aboard Atlantic Flights
May 28 Paris report notes Admiral Benson stating American seaplane pilots collected valuable data during Atlantic crossings. He praised the results and hoped the information would enable a non stop flight across the ocean.
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Paris
Atlantic
Benson
Canaan Memorial Service Set for Friday at M E Church
The Canaan Memorial service will be held Friday at 1 30 P M at the Canaanville M E Church with Rev F M Evans delivering the address. The program lists songs readings and declamations by local residents and a flag drill. Decorations by returned soldiers and veterans will precede a cemetery visit to honor fallen soldiers and sailors.
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Canaan
Canaanville M. E
F. M. Evans
America
Woodard
Nita Butts
Irene Silvasi
Johnny
Mary Fay Esterling
Mary Mary
Margaret Holmack
Francis Hill
Marietta Shirley
T. M. Crawford
A. J. Gould
Uncle Sam
Use Cocoanut Oil For Washing Hair
A historical note promotes Malsified cocoanut oil shampoo as gentle and greaseless. It claims soaps and shampoos with alkali dry the scalp and damage hair, while coconut oil shampoo cleanses hair and scalp with a rich lather. The method requires just water and a small amount of the product, leaving hair soft and manageable.
Beauty Through Health: Chamberlain's Tablets Advocated
An old age beauty and happiness claim hinges on health. Digestive issues and constipation are blamed for declining charm, and Chamberlain's Tablets are recommended to strengthen digestion, enliven the liver, and move the bowels. Cost is a quarter.
Is dandelion a food or a weed in 1919
Columbus May 28 Internal Revenue Collector B E Williamson seeks ruling on whether dandelions are a food or a weed. If a food, using them for dandelion wine is illegal under Wilson Proclamation of 1917 and May 1 1919. District Attorney Bolin remains noncommittal, noting some people eat dandelion greens.
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Columbus
Internal Revenue
B. E. Williamson
Wilson
Bolin
Williamson
Exhibition of Work by Ohio University Training School
Students of the Ohio University Training School gave remarkable physical skill exhibitions after one year of training at the Ohio University gymnasium. The crowd watched dumb bells pyramids somersaults and horse jumping as the groups demonstrated strength and courage under Physical Director Olson and Miss Emma Waite. The event, attended by parents and students, led to plans for expanding the program to two weekly sessions next year.
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Ohio University Training School
Ohio University Gymnasium
O. U
Olson
Emma Waite
Overland Plant in Elyria Operates on Small Scale
May 28 report from Elyria shows the Willys-Overland plant operating on a small scale as 900 striking workers remained outside. Pickets say 153 employees passed the gates today while the union seeks a 45 hour week and higher pay. current schedule is 48 hours.
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Overland
Elyria
Willys- Overland
Wreaths Placed for Dead Americans in Great Britain
Memorial Day ceremonies honor nearly 3000 American soldiers sailors and marines who died in hospitals and camps across the British Isles. wreaths will be placed on graves to commemorate their sacrifices.
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London
Great Britain
British Isles
Veterans to regain jobs lost in 1913 patronage purge
Washington May 28 Civil War veterans of the Union army who lost their jobs around the Senate when the Democrats came into power in 1913 are to get their former places back, Senator New Indiana chairman of patronage committee announced.
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Washington
Senate
New
Indiana
Young Soldiers Meet Canaanville for Memorial Services
May meeting of young soldiers set for noon at the hall to observe memorial services. The gathering notes spring steel semicircles designed to guard shoe heels from wear.
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Canaanville, O
Assorted Shoes Offered At Special Week Price
Ad invites shoppers to buy dark tan or black English shoes in all sizes at a special price of 5 50 this week. It highlights new styles and fabrics including Madras and pique weaving with 25 35 and 50 cent items.
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Michigan
California
Ryson
Columbia River
Oxfords
Madras
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Lenox
Hart Schaffner & Marx Designers
Wool
Hart Schafiner & Mare
J. L. Beckley 8& Son
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