National Academy appeals for funds to boost pure science
Washington December 17 The National Academy of Sciences seeks prominent public and scientific leaders to raise at least two million dollars to establish national research professorships and expand fundamental research in mathematics physics and biology. The effort names Hoover as chair with support from Albert Michelson Elihu Root and others.
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Washington
National Academy of Sciences
United States
Academy
Albert A. Michelson
Gano Dyan
National Research Council
Vernon Kellogg
Elihu Root
Herbert Hoover
Andrew W. Mellon
Charles E. Hughes
John W. Davis
Edward M. House
Cameron Forbes
Felix Warburg
Henry S. Pritchett
Robert A. Millikan
Hoover
Certificates of incorporation issued in North Carolina
Winston-Salem Automobile club Inc. in Winston-Salem is a non stock corporation with incorporators John M. Brown J L Gilmer and William T. Ritter all of Winston-Salem The Cabarrus Jamber and Supply company located in Kannapolis has authorized capital stock of 100000 with 1500 subscribed by Lucy A Brown J R Brown both of Kannapolis and Guy M Beaver of Concord.
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Raleigh
Winston-Salem Automobile Club Inc
Winston-Salem
John M. Brown
J. L. Gilmer
William T. Ritter
Cabarrus Jamber and Supply Company
Kannapolis
Lucy A. Brown
J. R. Brown
Guy M. Beaver
Concord
Palace of Honor draws Western visitors to art mecca
In San Francisco the Palace of the Legion of Honor, a year old, has become a regional art mecca drawing visitors with its French Renaissance architecture, scenic bay views, and a mix of permanent classic works from Rembrandt to Reynolds plus rotating exhibits. The museum offers tranquil galleries, fountains, organ concerts, and seating for reflection.
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San Francisco
California
Golden Gate
San Francisco Bay
Marin County
Mt. Tamalpais
Louvre
T. B. Walker
Minneapolis
Rembrandt
Turner
Joshua Reynolds
Gainsborough
Palace Presented to City by Spreckels Couple
The Palace was donated by the late Adolph B Spreckels and his wife Almy de Brettevllle Spreckles with the motto Honor the dead while serving the living. The museum stands above Lincoln Park on city provided ground amid chimes and a trumpet fanfare heard across the city and miles at sea.
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Adolph B. Spreckels
Almy de Bretteville Spreckles
Lincoln Park
Pipe Smokers Anniversary Gathering in Atlanta
The Nations Order of Pipe Smokers marks its third anniversary with a December 22 meeting in Atlanta open to the public. Invitations go to charter members including statesmen financiers and professionals nationwide. The group was formed three years ago by Dr. Horace Grast to promote peace justice fraternity and tolerance.
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Atlanta
Horace Grast
Belfast Striking Constabulary Declares Stand
At headquarters in Belfast the members of the Special constabulary announced their stance in response to the ongoing strike. A spokesman stated the men would maintain position despite mounting pressure and uncertain conditions as the dispute unfolds.
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Pat
Belfast
Ireland
Special” Constabulary
Stand pat amid Ulster cabinet ultimatum soldiers begiven
Fragmentary report describes a tense Ulster political ultimatum and military response. Messages broadcast to platoons urge duty completion by morning. Soldiers receive demas bonus as compensation as disbandment terms under a new agreement.
Persian Rugs Fed Cleverly by the Chinese
A report notes Persian rugs receiving clever feeding strategies from Chinese sources as part of an evolving trade dynamic. The piece highlights cross regional tactics and potential market impacts without detailing specific actors.
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United States Treasury
Stacy W. Wade
North Carolina
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High Point Perpetual Building and Loan Association
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Commercial National Bank
Idol, Co
H, Ellis
Treas
Ypdec
New York
Department of Agriculture
Palace OF
Mecca
West
High Point
Exide
Auto Electric and Battery Company
East Commerce Street
Servce
NASH
Franklin
Guilford Motor Company
Greensboro
Earl Motor CO
Commerce Street
Hamilton
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