Greek refugees suffer hardship in Batum exodus
Dr. W E Rambo reports a tragic exodus of 6,000 Greek refugees in Batum awaiting repatriation to Greece. Most are strong but crowded in barracks, lacking clothing and privacy, with 2,400 of 5,767 original refugees dead or dying and 700 of another group of 6,800 ill. The Greek government cites housing limits as reason against transport.
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New York
Batum Trans- Caucasia
W. E. Rambo
West Philadelphia
Black Sea
Thrace
Batum
Rambo
Greece
Speed Boat must make 80 miles an hour to defend Harmworth Trophy
Detroit Michigan January 6 speed boat legend Gar Wood says a craft capable of near eighty miles an hour is needed to defend the Harmworth trophy after winning the international crown off the Isle of Wight last year. He notes Miss America hit 71.5 mph in recent Gold Cup laps and predicts 1922 Harmworth race records may fall with faster hydroplanes.
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Detroit
Mich
Gar Wood
Isle of Wight
Wood
Brigh
Elm Street Art Show Aims to Raise School Funds
Elm Street school hosts a three day art exhibition at the Elm Street institution next week. The event runs Wednesday to Friday with 3 45 p m start each afternoon and a Friday 7 p m closing. Prof C A Smith notes profits fund picture purchases as 200 masterpieces are on display. Admission is 10 cents for children and 25 cents for adults.
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Elm Street School
Elm Street Institution
C. A. Smith
Egypt Imports Half Million Dollars of Perfumes
Egypt imported 500000 dollars worth of perfumes and cosmetics in the first six months of 1920. The report notes Alexandria as a major source and links Egypt’s reputation for scents with Gates of fig and perfume lore.
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Keypt
Alexandria
Egypt
Taxis boom in Calcutta doubling fare appeal
Indian Ride In Taxis reports Calcutta taxi use rising as fares stay modest versus horse-drawn cabs. Ten years ago only ten taxis existed. today the fleet numbers 1751, reflecting growing urban transport demand.
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Calcutta
Robison County's oldest resident marks 97th birthday
Mrs. Nancy Poe of Rob inson county celebrated her ninety seventh birthday in good health and spirits at Mt. Olivet Kentucky on January 4. Her son, aged 75, attended as a guest.
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Mt. Olivet
Nancy Poe
Robinson County
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