Russian General warns 100000 American troops could form core of vast eastern army
San Francisco July 80 General Yassakovich chief Russian commission says American forces on the eastern front would be fatal to Germany. He argues 100000 U S troops sent to Russia could assemble a Russian army of a million men, altering eastern and western fronts. He plans to Washington after briefing officials with a four officer staff.
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Boy Pardoned 10 Join His Company
Raleigh July 30 Charlie Brown jailed at Wentworth for riding a train after fines, paroled by Governor Bickett to report to his Virginia military company. Carl Farr of Albemarle, serving seven years for manslaughter, paroled for one year to surrender to officers. Furr and two brothers convicted in deputy sheriff killing. Furr ill with tuberculosis. Since June 5, 984 men registered in 69 counties. 508 white, 474 Black, 2 aliens. First Lieutenant James M. Mobley of Company G promoted to captain of the unit to replace Captain Wallace Milner who failed physical.
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FEW MEN FAIL 10 PASS EXAMINATION FOR COMPANY M
The members of Company M faced their toughest examination yet with a number of rookies and veterans rejected. Sixteen men failed while the draft eligibles have one last chance to enlist before the exemption board calls tomorrow morning. The company trains daily and plans possible moves to Greenville, South Carolina, as Captain Welch sharpens the men for camp.
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American transport rammed by steamer at Atlantic Port
The American transport at anchor was rammed by an American steamer today. The vessel headed toward the beach and was in a sinking condition.
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Negro Remark Triggers Riot in Richmond After Danville Comment
In Richmond on July 30 a negro's remark about race provoking what soldiers would do to whites after leaving Danville sparked a riot call. Three Company M members pursued the man into a restaurant and threats were made as others intervened. Mayor Harry Wooding arrived to restore order while Howard Grastie, the remark author, was escorted toward the river and later fined fifty dollars.
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Negro rioters rounded up in Waco clash
In Waco Texas on July 30 the 24th United States Infantry soldiers who took part in last night's clashes with local authorities were accounted for. Six were arrested shortly after, fourteen others who escaped reached the camp today and were placed under guard. Police report no further shooting and expect trial for those involved.
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Two Firms Chartered In Raleigh Today
Raleigh, July 30. The North Carolina shipbuilding company of Morehead City, capitalized at 200000 with 25000 paid in, was chartered to engage in general shipbuilding. The federal Pyrates company of Gastonia, capitalized at 250000, also was chartered to mine melt and trade gold silver and other minerals.
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Army Balloon Forced to Descend Near Terre Haute
A United States army balloon carrying eight officers and men from St. Louis landed on a farm five miles south of Terre Haute Indiana. The crew said they were compelled to land due to rents in the line. The bag was set afire and destroyed after landing, while the remainder of the equipment was placed in a farm wagon and moved toward town.
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Cotton futures slip on favorable weather with early gains
New York trading opened with firmer prices as favorable weather continued. First prices showed Septem ber up nine points, but overall 11 to 22 points lower with October around 23.65 and January near 23.35 before covering and possible buying for a reaction. Prices then steadied with October near 23.78 and January 23.45.
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Wilson Opposes Food Bill Amendments in Conference
President Wilson reiterated his opposition to changes in the food bill currently in conference. The proposed amendments would set up an administrative board of three instead of one and create a congressional committee on expenditure.
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Arcadie torpedoed and sunk in naval action reported
London reports the British cruiser Arcadie a 1000 ton vessel has been torpedoed and sunk in an official statement issued today. Chicago meanwhile notes heavy rains in Dakota and Minnesota push wheat futures down from 230 to 228 for September after an initial rise.
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Local Draft Exemption Board Plans 200 Man Call
High Point township exemption board to issue official notices for 200 men to appear for examination next week. The 97 man draft quota will guide selections with exams conducted by Dr. Hiatt and Dr. Jackson. final checks by Dr. Stanton if needed.
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Urge Women to Save Surplus Fruits This Year
Washington July 30 Secretary Houston issued a statement urging women to answer President Wilson and save surplus fruits and vegetables threatened with loss. Reports from 24 states note abundant perishable produce including North Carolina and other regions prompting immediate action.
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Russians Executing Deserters by Wholesale
Times correspondent reports at Russian southwest HQ that General Kornilov’s measures are approved and deserters are being executed by wholesale as part of crackdowns on desertions.
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Battle Clouds Over Belgium as War Rages On
Berlin dispatch reports German troops advancing through the Suchawa valley toward Seletyn in Bukowina with Austro German actions in the Moldivia valley. British war brief notes heavy aerial activity and losses on both sides while French front shows little infantry action beyond raids.
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Women 10 Discuss Sunshine Day Plans
A Wednesday 4 pm meeting of the Womans club on Mrs. Henry White’s lawn will finalize Sunshine Day plans under the North Carolina Children's Home Society, with Mrs. R L Justice and Mrs Putnam of Greensboro to discuss the home’s work and the benefit of homeless children. The local auxiliary aims to raise funds Saturday to aid finding homes for tots at the home and other orphans.
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Strike of switchmen called off after night conference
Chicago July 30 The strike of switchmen in the Brotherhood of Trainmen involving over 2500 men began Saturday at 6 am and was called off shortly before 6 am today after an all night conference with 19 railways. Men will return to work without prejudice or loss of morility.
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Tobacco on Hand in United States Tops 1.26 Billion Pounds
The Census Bureau reports US leaf tobacco counted to July 1 at 1,266,778,003 pounds, down from 1,406,133,575 pounds recorded on April 1. The figures reflect national stock levels and movements in the tobacco market.
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