Federal Aid Funds for Arkansas Roads Approved
The State Advisory Board and State Highway Commission approve federal aid totaling 167,798 for Arkansas roads. Jefferson District No 5 and Jackson District No 4 each receive 20,000. 7,500 is allotted for recon struction on Dollarway. Fourteen districts are listed with varied allocations including Boone, Lawrence, and Independence counties among others.
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County News and Notes From Benton to Harrison
Local items report road projects in Clark County with an estimated $948000 cost, a $20000 steel Cache River bridge plan, and road and farm developments across multiple counties. Mentions include Dr Blumenthal demurrer appeal, Camp Pike preparations, rail and bank activity, and a fire loss at Higden with police and community updates.
U-Boat Losses Rise as Britain Sees Slower Ship Output
Fragmented foreign wires report higher U-boat losses and slowed British ship production. Government ministers warn the month ahead offers no clear relief, citing reduced output, renewed German activity, and cautious optimism as naval recovery lags. Court actions and international events pepper the update, including political trials, peace advocacy, and air force gains.
Secretary Baker Rejects Death Penalty for Desertion
Washington reports Secretary Baker disapproved Maj Gen Charles G Treats recommendation to impose the death penalty for desertion in the 37th National Guard division. Treat cited Ohio troops at Camp Sheridan Montgomery Alabama. Baker warned against a wartime policy but ordered a bulletin stressing desertion seriousness.
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Charles G Treat
37Th National Guard
Baker
Treat
Ohio
Camp Sheridan
Montgomery
Ala
War Department
Adjutant General
Roumania Affirms Peace Talks With Central Powers
An official note from Roumania states it will enter peace negotiations with the central powers only on terms acceptable in every regard. Reports that Roumania will accept peace at any price are denied as untrue and misleading.
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Colorado Miners Quit to Form Independent Union
Delegates representing the coal miners in District 15 of the United Mine Workers of America withdrew from the national organization and formed the Independent Union of Mine Workers in Pueblo Colorado.
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Pueblo
Colo
United Mine Workers of America
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Independent Union of Mine Workers
New Governor of Jerwym Named in London Post
Ronald Storrs succeeds Borton Pasha as governor of Jerusalem with lieutenant colonel rank. He is the son of the dean of Rochester and has had a brilliant career in the Egyptian government service.
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London
Ronald Storrs
Borton Pasha
Jersalem
Rochester
New Liberty Loan Opens Early April Campaign
Washington report outlines an April 6 launch date marking the war’s anniversary. Officials say the loan amount and interest rate will be decided later, with a three to four week campaign and broad public support expected to absorb offerings quickly.
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Uni
McAvon
Hoatoe
Packers Push On With Probe Despite Packers Voices
Chicago federal inquiry into the packing industry continues despite objections from J Ogden Armour and Henry Veeder. Francis J Heney, Special Government Counsel, says information from across the country shows packers’ influence extends beyond meat and dairy into multiple industries. Heney plans a final report though the probe could last about 60 days.
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Francis J Hiney
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Henry Veeder
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New York Researchers Propose Mouse Test for Nursing Cadets
Dr William H Park of the New York laboratories suggests a mouse teat method for Vassar students applying to the nurses training camp of the Council of National Defense this summer A flock of white mice would be released in the examination room to gauge applicants temperaments and hysterical reactions to determine fitness.
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Council of National Defense
U S Chamber Vows Economic Campaign If Germany Arms
The United States Chamber of Commerce warns Germany it will pursue an economic campaign after the war unless Germany curbs excessive armament and makes its government a responsible instrument controlled by the people.
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Washington
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
Coaches Turn Over on Monon No 3 Southbound Near Ash Grove
One day coach and a baggage car from Lafayette and Three Pullman cars on Monon passenger train No 3 from Chicago to Louisville rolled over at Ash Grove ten miles north. No injuries reported. Emergency crews responded to secure the scene and investigate the mishap.
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Woman Witness Pauline Gold Testifies on Railway Labor
Pauline Gold tells the railroad wage commission that increasing female workers face rough heavy duties. She notes the rise in women employed on railways and the burdens they bear in the workplace.
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Pauline Gold
Mark
Texas Ratifies Prohibition Amendment by Wide House Vote
The Texas house approved the federal prohibition amendment by a decisive margin. The chamber, seated in Austin, cast 87 to 80 in favor with supporters predicting formal ratification. Officials note the move aligns Texas with national reform efforts.
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Texas
Austin
Tex
Texas House
Boschee's German Syrup Promoted for Cough Relief
Ad promotes Boschee's German Syrup as a remedy for cough throat irritation and bronchial irritation. Claims ease of night symptoms and productive mornings and notes years of sale in America. Mentions use in lung trouble asthma croup bronchitis and general health support.
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Ady
Patent aids and home remedies headline
A scanned ad item promotes saltless bread and a broad range of patent medicines for sprains and rheumatism, with prices 25¢ 50¢ and $1.00. It notes a day and New York patent for a needle threading aid for the blind.
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