Women Vote Fear Looms Over Lords Seat
London July 6 Coalition MPs fear women voters will punish government parties if peeresses are barred from sitting in the house of lords. Viscountess Rhondda and the women’s movement press the government to own the decision, arguing the act’s promises of equal public service have not been fulfilled.
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House of Lords
London
Lioyrd George
Rhondda
Women’s Movement
Lady Rhondda
House of Lords Committee On Privileges
Lords
Lord Birkenheal
Lord Birkenhead
Downtown Building Sells for 35000 on North Main Street
London city reports a North Main Street building purchase from W. A. J. Idol by Andrew Lindsay. The $35,000 deal places the High Point News and Moore's Book Store in current occupancy with the News remaining in the building, per editor J. J. Farriss.
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London
W. A. J. Idol
Andrew Lindsay
North Main Street
High Point News
Moore’s
J. J. Farriss
German marks hit new low in market slide
New York July 6 price for German marks sank further with 100 marks quoted between 22 and 22 14 cents. The pre war level stood at 23.0 cents.
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New York
Coal Mining Costs Vary Across Districts
Washington reports that any government move to fix coal prices would need up to date district data. The Federal Trade Commission notes wide investment differences in bituminous districts, with permanent capital per ton ranging from 4 to 9 dollars, despite suspended inquiries due to legal actions.
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Washington
Federal Trade Commission
Congress
Passengers Hurt When Train Crashes Into Siding Near Porter
A Chicago bound Pierre Marquette train collided with a New York Central engine on a siding near Porter Indiana injuring seventy five aboard. One passenger was seriously hurt and a dining car cook suffered severe scalds and was hospitalized. The train continued to Chicago after first aid. Investigations by both railroad officials started immediately.
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Chicago
Porter
Ind
Michigan City
Concord Votes for School Bond II
Concord voters approved a 225600 bond to fund school improvements. The measure passed by a large margin with over 1000 ballots in favor from 1500 registered voters. Plans include converting the high school to a grammar school, building a 25000 school for colored children, enlarging Grammar School No 2, and additional new construction.
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Concord
Yeast Revolution Promises Faster Health Benefits
Advertises Ironized Yeast as a breakthrough in diet and medicine claiming rapid skin and blood improvements. Promotes a free 3 day trial by mail from Ironized Yeast Co. Dept. 87 Atlanta Georgia with druggist endorsements.
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Ironized Yeast Co
Dept
Atlanta
Bitterly Fought High School Building Vote Cast
In the city a high school building project valued around 150000 dollars faced a bitter election contest. A notable portion of ballots were cast by women amid heated campaigns and civic interest.
Rumor of assassination attempt on delegates in The Hague
London July 6 A rumor of an attack on Russian delegates at The Hague conference sparked excitement in the Dutch capital. No confirmation by noon as police and the Russian delegation denied any assassination attempt. The rumor may stem from Dutch police turning back fifteen monarchist Russians with false passports.
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London
Haen
It Started Something A Simple Remedy Sold Across Town
A rejected medical claim touts Wonderful Remedy as a harmless treatment that purportedly removes intestinal mucus and inflammation. The ad claims rapid relief from pain and bloating and promises a money refund after one dose. Distributed by Hart Drug Co and Randleman Drug Co in Randleman North Carolina and by druggists nationwide.
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Hart Drug Co
Randleman Drug Co
Randleman, N. C
Anti Racing Bill Falls Before Louisiana House Vote
In Baton Rouge on July 6 the Butler anti racing bills failed to pass the Louisiana House by 61 to 49. A 60 vote threshold was required to move the measure. The Senate had approved a bill to abolish professional horse racing in the state. The legislature adjourned sine die tonight.
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Baton Rouge
Butler
House of the Louisiana Legisla
Senate
Modern electric shoe repair shop on West Broad Street
A fully equipped establishment runs modern machinery by electricity and can rebuild shoes to as good as new, matching or surpassing old methods. Repairs range from dainty ladies pumps to men's and children's shoes at attractive prices at MHWARTAS SHOR SHOP on West Broad Street.
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Wilmington
Del
Tanlac
John W. Thomas
Qatnall St
Willington
Wes
Ibres
Drig
Avare
Chicago River
Hamburg
Firestone
Oldfield
Fabric
Cord
M.S. Hiatt Tire CO
Southern Motor Coo
Gate City Motor CO
Bledel
Hunt
Feil
Mhwartas Shor Shop
West Broad Street
Kanuga Lake Inn
Hendersonville, No
Ponsetptia Hotel
West Pahin Beach, Fla
Heart of the
Land of the Sky
James P. Cresswell
Hendersonville, N.C
United States
High Point Store
South Main Street
Newark
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