Shipbuilders converge on Hog Island colony in Philadelphia
Thousands of shipworkers from across the nation and abroad pour into Philadelphia to settle in the Hog Island shipyard community. Officials say 25 000 to 30 000 people will join the city population as a vast residential program unfolds. Construction will require 5 000 to 7 500 dwellings and significant sewer water and utility upgrades to house and support the new workers and their families.
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Hog Island
Philadelphia
Delaware River
Four Mexicans Die in Bed in Philadelphia Rooming House
Four Mexican men were found dead from gas asphyxiation in a rooming house in Philadelphia. Police report one victim turned on the gas before retiring. the others were found dead later. The deaths occurred on January 30 and indicate they had been dead for some time before discovery.
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Philadelphia
Tornado Demolishes Tiny Alabama Town
A tornado struck Ethelville in Pickens County early yesterday causing extensive destruction. The school, two churches, five white residences and many Black homes were demolished. several people injured and communication cut off as wires went down.
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Tuscaloose
Ala
Ethelville
Pickens County
Swaps Crowded Baseball News Sets Fans Looking Ahead
New York Jan 30. The baseball world faces a flood of trades and cash deals as the 1918 season approaches. Major and minor moves involve about forty players and over 150000 dollars, with the New York St Louis and Philadelphia Boston clusters leading the way in record-shattering transfers. Other major swaps include Brooklyn Pittsburgh and Chicago Boston deals, with a long list of players shifting between clubs. In Panama Canal zone policy, Gov Pouille orders banning employee photography of restricted areas and transit ships, permitting only personal images and mandating censorship review for sensitive photos.
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New York
St. Louis
Boston Red Sox
Melnnis
Boston
Athletics
Jenks
Alexander
Kiefer
Dishoefer
Prendergast
Larry Doyle
Chicago
Boston Braves
Ancon
Canal Zone
Frank Pouille
Panama Canal Zone
Charlotte Man Gains 10 Pounds From Dreco Remedy
Local resident Mr. Pritchett of Charlotte reports gaining 10 pounds after using the herbal medicine Dreco for indigestion. He credits improved sleep, appetite, and relief from persistent stomach discomfort, urging others to try the remedy sold by Ring Drug Co.
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Pritchett
First Baptist Church of
Charlotte
High Point
Ring Drug Co
Philadelphia Mint Ramps Up Coin Production for War Demand
Philadelphia Jan 30 The Philadelphia mint runs at record pace as the war drives unprecedented demand for coins. No gold minting now, but halves quarters dimes nickels and pennies roll off the presses by the millions. A double shift keeps workers at sixteen hours daily as more staff are hired than ever before. Peace times saw extensive foreign minting, mainly for South America, but wartime orders halt that. Cuba was the last full coinage completed here.
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Philadelphia
Uncle Sam
Philadelphia Mint
South America
United States
Cuba
Theater rationing widens as German houses limit tickets
Amsterdam reports that Germany has introduced theater rationing amid keen competition for seats. Theaters have set a four-ticket limit per person to curb scalping and protect legitimate buyers, while discussion of the policy continues nationwide.
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Amsterdam
Germany
Tn Dm
Bad Roads Hamper Greenville Mail and Traffic
Camp Sevier near Greenville S C reports a single dirt road linking town and camp is unusable amid weather delays. All mail trains to the camp are to stop there while the main county highway through the reservation is being paved with concrete. Until improvements are finished, only essential military traffic may use the dirt route.
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Camp Sevier
Greenville
S. C
Modern methods for relief of all foot trouble
A brief note describes contemporary approaches to easing foot ailments. Emphasizes improving mobility and comfort through updated treatments, orthotics, and supportive care. Mentions potential benefits for sufferers and calls for professional assessment.
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