Plan Approved to Improve U S Railroads in 12-Point Program
Washington December 17 A 12 point program backed by the chamber of commerce of the United States calls for rate making changes easing restrictions and fair regulation to put railroads on a sound basis. The plan includes repeal of the recapture clause equal access for water and highway transport and flexible rates tied to economic conditions.
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Washington
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
Henry S. Harriman
Hoover to Take Christmas Florida Trip
President Hoover planned a Christmas vacation in Florida, likely leaving Washington days before Christmas and staying at least a week by boat and car. If Congress adjourns for holidays as usual, the trip and White House New Year reception plans will be finalized, with tentative arrangements for a boat residence and land excursions.
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White House
Washington
Hoover
Florida
South
Congress
Stimson
Diplomatic Corps
Cutters Awaiting To Float Steamer Elizabeth
Two coast guard cutters Modoc and Carabasset stood by the grounded steamer Elizabeth at Baldhead Point near the Cape Fear river awaiting the next high tide to attempt flotation. The 2112 ton vessel, carrying glass salt and potash from gulf ports to Wilmington Norfolk and Baltimore, was not in immediate danger.
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Wilmington
Coast Guard
Elizabeth
Baldhead Point
Cape Fear River
Modoc
Carabasset
Norfolk
A. H. Bull and Company
New York
Gulf Ports
Baltimore
Certified Seed By Farmers For Sale
Raleigh December bulletin lists certified seed grown by 506 members of the North Carolina Crop Improvement Association and inspected by crop authorities at North Carolina State College. The bulletin is distributed by the association.
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Raleigh
North Carolina Crop Improvement Association
N. C. State College
Found and Lost Woman Denies Baby She Discovered
A foundling girl, ticketed Catholic under New York welfare rules, is at the center of a dispute in Brooklyn. Mrs. Hugo Connor, a Jewish woman, seeks adoption and threatens mandamus action against the foundling home, which cites religious origin rules and parental unknowns.
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New York
Hugo Connor
Brooklyn
Seed list approved by association director Darst
W. H. Darst, director, lists seeds including Lespedeza cotton tobacco corn soy beans sweet potatoes Irish potatoes and tomatoes grown under association rules. Seeds meet purity germination and weed-free tests. Copies of the list available by application to Professor Darat.
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W. H. Darst
Darst
Darat
North Carolina Leads in Cotton Consumption in Mills
Carolina continues its lead as the largest consumer of cotton in mills for November. The cotton growing states also stay ahead of other regions in consumption, according to the department of conservation and development.
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N. C
Carolina
Department of Conservation and Develop
A Gay Wrapping Adds Glamor To Gifts
New York readers learn how gift wrappings in cellophane ribbons stickers and boxes create holiday appeal. Two main colors preferred with gold or silver accents. embossed and blocked designs feature festive motifs. practical tips cover wrapping techniques and decorative touches for jams and delicacies.
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New York
Thief Rifles Salvation Army Box Again
In Rocky Mount a Salvation Army Christmas box at a soda shop was rifled again. The thief left an unsigned I O U for the change found, and Army officials said they still had the box and hoped the location would eventually profit.
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Rocky Mount
Salvation Army
UU. Army
Cotton bale totals by state in November rise nationwide
North Carolina led with 124 399 bales followed by South Carolina 110 077 and Georgia. Massachusetts reported 32 912 bales as cotton growing states totaled 421 499 in November, with United States consumption at 503 722 bales. For the first four months of the fiscal year consumption runs about 125 000 bales ahead of last year.
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Ment
North Carolina
South Carolina
George
Massachusetts
United States
Oasis Shrine to Hold Annual Ceremony in Charlotte
Oasis Temple in Charlotte will conduct its regular annual ceremony on January 13. The event includes initiation of a class of applicants, social affairs, and election of officers for the next year. John C. Sikes of Monroe serves as potentate whose term expires next month.
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Charlotte
Oasis Shrine Temple
John C. Sikes
Monroe
Whale lice described as skin parasites on whales
A small jointed animal related to freshwater shrimp is a parasite on whale skin. These creatures are known as whale lice.
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Wales
Congress Set for Short Christmas Break
Congress leaders expect only three days of holiday from Congress this year, with senators and representatives staying in session until Friday before Christmas and reconvening the following Tuesday due to a heavy legislative agenda. Strong sentiment favors minimal recess despite some grumbling.
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Washington
Congress
House
Davidson Legislators To Oppose Sales Tax
Lexington December 17 Davidson county's two 1923 legislators oppose sales taxes. Senator Burgin and Representative Olive say they are against extending sales tax methods to raise state revenue. They oppose repeal of the Turlington liquor act, with Olive tying reform to national prohibition. Burgin favors some form of unemployment insurance.
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Davidson
Lexington
Davidson County
W. O. Burgin
E. Olive
Associated Press
Mr. Olive
Burgin
Oliver
Congress
Carry Spare Air Helps Cars Stay On Road
German automakers equip many cars with small carbon dioxide tanks to inflate a repaired tire. The CO2 unit serves as a temporary tire inflater after a puncture.
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