Maharajah of Bikaner Drives Progressive Reforms in Rajputana
A Associated Press report from Bikaner India details how Maharajah of Bikaner leads rapid modernization. Railways, schools, a model prison and electric lighting accompany sanitation upgrades and public works. He also expands administration, education and a public assembly while fostering a modern capital city and a zoo in a grand park.
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Associated Press
Bikaner
Rajputana
India
Maharajah
Bikanes
Delhi
Sind
War increases conscience fund of the British treasury
London reports a surge in conscience fund donations to the British treasury with annual sums rising from under 2000 pounds to about 10000 during 1915 1916. In the new year more than 4000 pounds arrived in two weeks, while the largest gift last year was 5000 pounds. A prior 1844 envelope concealed 14000 pounds linked to smuggling profits.
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Associated Press
London
Conscience Fund
Soldiers' wives punished with loss of separation allowance
London reports a new military rule punishing wives of front line soldiers for a second drunken offense by withholding their separation allowances. Police may detain a sober wife at the station after a drunken arrest and dismiss her with an appeal to better conduct, then enforce loss of pay after a second warning.
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Associated Press
London
Brennan Fleeces Aubemarle Subscribers In Musical Offer
Albemarle February 3 J K Brennan a young alleged swindler was sentenced to four months work on the gang in Rowan county. He represented himself as a special representative for a publishing company and took orders for a musical magazine. As a premium he offered 10 pieces of classical music a month composed by himself to advance subscribers and collected several dollars.
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Albemarle
J. K. Brennan
Rowan County
Brennan
Bridge Plans for Potomac Crossing Between We tomkin Point
Washington reports the Washington Newport News short line railroad submitted bridge plans to General Black for a Potomac crossing near We tomkin Point Virginia. Congress has approved the bill and awaits the President's signature. The design features an ordinary truss bridge with a swing draw and two 200 foot openings.
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Washington
Washington-Newport News Short Line Railroad
Potomac
Wetomkin Point
High Point Enterprise History of Low-Cost AP Delivery
The High Point Enterprise offers full Associated Press reports delivered six days a week for 10 cents, providing readers with affordable access to national and regional news through a longstanding newspaper service.
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High Point Enterprise
Associated Press
Government Offers Reading Course In American History
The United States Bureau of Education adds a reading course in American history to its offerings amid high demand. Commissioner P P Claxton argues extensive study of standard histories is essential for informed voting and civic duty. The program targets former students but welcomes any reader, with details from the Home Education division in Washington, D C.
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Bureau of Education
Department of the Interior
P. P. Claxton
Republic
United States
The
Bureau
W. H. Mace
Syracuse University
Wilbur F. Gordy
Hartford, Conn
Franklin L. Riley
Washington and Lee University
William Starr Myers
Princeton University
Home Education Division
United States Bureau of Education
Washington, D. C
January building boom in High Point with 23 permits
January saw 23 building permits issued in High Point totaling 17 881 dollars. The largest was a two story brick hosiery mill on Mangum Avenue, planned to open by early summer. Other projects include homes, a furniture store, hay barn, and factory additions across several streets.
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Robert Amos
Mangum Street
Russell and
Green Streets
E. L. Bennett
Park Street
A. L. Burns
North Hamilton Street
W. F. Ellis
South Main Street
J. T. Ryan
Poplar Street
George Cress
Champlain Street
M. L. Grubb
Wise Street
J. B. Spencer
Lindsay Street
J. Ed Kirkman
Mangum Avenue
Lindsay Table Company
Cecil Street
J. D. Shaw
Broad Street
S. M. Stroud
Hamilton Street
Mary J. Cheek
Leonard Street
Bob Bron
Dewey Street
A. M. Briggs
J. F. Pearce
P. E. Jarrell
Extension of copyright and patent registration in Mexico
Mexico City reports the government extended the time for belligerent nationals to register patents trade marks and copyrights. Citizens may register works produced after July 31 1914 within six months after the European war ends without loss of protection.
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Associated Press
Mexico City
Mexico
Property of Deserters to Be Confiscated by State
Paris reports a clash between chambers over desertion laws. The senate urges full confiscation of deserters property, while the chamber backed limiting confiscation to childless deserters. Debate hinges on punishing deserters and protecting offspring as the chamber may accept the senate amendment.
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Associated Press
Paris
Chamber of Deputies
Senate
Chamber
Road Builders Meet in Boston Convention Opens
Boston hosts the American Road Builders association yearly convention with record state representation. Governor McCall and Mayor Curley greet delegates as A W Dean opens the gathering chaired by road-building experts. The week features a National Good Roads show displaying materials machinery and paving samples.
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Boston
Mass
American Road Builders’ Association
McCall
Curley
A. W. Dean
San Blas Indian Chief Proposes Reservation Plan
Panama City reports Charley Robinson, leader of the San Blas, urging President Valdes to create a 70 square mile reservation excluding foreigners while Panama retains overall territorial authority. The plan follows long standing San Blas autonomy and seeks formal recognition of their self rule.
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Panama
Charley Robinson
Valdes
Republic of Panama
Santos
San Blas
Robinson
Panama City
United States
Marguerite Clark Stars in Snow White at Broadway
Marguerite Clark brings a celebrated screen triumph to Broadway as Snow White in a forthcoming stage presentation. The production promises a vivid, high profile revival drawing crowds and industry attention.
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Marguerite Clark
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