Return of Soldiers to Westward Land for Farms
Washington plans new policy to grant returning soldiers access to arid and swamp lands for farming. Secretary Lane advocates legislation to reclaim 60 million acres of swamp and 200 million acres of cut over land across multiple states with long term payment and government support. The program would let veterans build homes and develop land with secured financing over 30 to 40 years.
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Food shipments to Allies reach $1.4 billion in 1917 18
Food Administration reports show 141 000 600 bushels of wheat and 844 600 000 pounds of meat shipped to Allies and U S forces in 1917 18 amid a domestic shortage. Hoover credits voluntary conservation by Americans for meeting the crisis and notes total Allied shipments valued at 1 400 000 000 dollars.
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Exports Rise on Conservation and Allied Demand
U S exports show a surge in shipments driven by conservation and heavier livestock, with hogs not enlarged from the prior year. Allied shipments reach 2 133 100 000 pounds in the last half of the fiscal year, up from 1 266 500 000 pounds a year earlier, and cereal exports to Allies rise from 259 900 000 to 340 800 000 bushels for 1916 17 and 1917 18 respectively.
Hoover outlines 1917 18 wheat exports to Allied nations
In fiscal year 1917 18 the United States shipped about 144 9 million bushels of prime breadstuffs to Allied destinations including 131 million bushels of wheat and 13 9 million bushels of rye with another 10 million bushels in port or en route.
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Boarcer Defined as Selfish Man Obsessed with Bite
A boarcer is described as a man more interested in getting his bite than giving his bit, highlighting a self serving attitude focused on personal gain.
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Quick Health Benefit
Patient reports ten years of stomach trouble cured by a single dose of Mayr's Wonderful Remedy taken 14 weeks ago. The product claims to remove catarrhal mucus from the intestinal sac and relieve inflammation affecting stomach liver and intestines including appendicitis. Money back guarantee if not convinced.
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High Point Urges Citizens to Stock Wood and Coal Now
The city government of High Point urges every fuel consumer to provide their own wood and coal for winter as the city cannot supply. A coal shortage is predicted, prompting this advisory with an August 5 date.
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List of local officials and staff names
A roster of names including bailiff J. C. Bennett Louis E. Brannock H. N. Buhfan Paul Chamblee J. W. Cole C. F. Coltrain C. G. Denny C. S. Freeman D. F. Haines J. L. Jordan R. C. Laughlin Spade McSwain W. W. Phibbs and E. M. without additional context or roles.
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