New Army Shoes Contracts Lift 750000 Pairs at 4.75
The Army awarded contracts for 100000 additional pairs of shoes at an average price of 4.75 per pair. Government officials claim the arrangement saves about 2 million compared with open market costs, arguing the advertising system benefits both suppliers and the government.
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Westpointer Scout Model Shoes Promote Return Policy
Advertises boys shoes offering a money back guarantee if customers find better values elsewhere. Highlights Westpointer line with a new Scout model included. Emphasizes policy as a savvy method to attract buyers by allowing returns after purchase.
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Food Control Bills to Omit Price Fixing and Hoarding
The pending food control bill faces opposition from farmers and millers who oppose price fixing and milling standard changes. Provisions for price ceilings and milling standards are unlikely to remain when redrafted, as industry groups warn of cost and feasibility concerns. The Hoover administration aims to shield consumers from price spikes while offering government oversight on wheat and staple goods.
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Virginians Fight Plan To Sell Jamestown Land To U S
Virginia lawmakers oppose selling Jamestown property to the United States for a naval base and training station. Debate centers on price claims and strategic value with critics arguing the site unsuitable for a naval base and concerns over wartime budgeting and wartime contracts.
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Hoovering Foe of Ration Price Says Pricing War Looms
The article discusses looming control policy changes on ware pricing in American markets. It explains how price manipulation by holders could be confronted under new measures, and how mandatory liquidations may affect supply, with expert commentary on the likely effectiveness and emergency implications.
Hoover Urges Faster Food Aid for Allies in War Speech
In a key wartime address, President Hoover stresses urgent shipment of grain and meat to England and France to sustain Allied armies. He argues America must meet food needs despite domestic sacrifices, warning delays threaten the war effort and urging shared national duty.
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Dairymen Seek Grain Supervision to Save Herds
Worcester June Ang directs Holstein Association members urging President Wilson to regulate grain prices to prevent herd losses. Dairymen warn without relief, the dairy prices will drop, harming producers and slaughtering cattle for pennies per quart.
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Food Shipment Bill Up in Senate Today
The administration bill to empower the President to compel priority of shipment for food, fuel, and other wartime necessities faces a Senate vote today. Administration leaders push for passage while many senators plan vigorous opposition citing risk of arbitrary power and preferring road and defense councils to decide. Newlands backs amendment to limit scope, but opposition remains and a heated debate is anticipated.
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Military Court to Investigate Wounding of Saloonkeeper
A military court to probe the shooting of saloonkeeper Michael Manica at 118 Val Street in Newark will publish the court of inquiry list today. Manica, shot by a National Guard member Montes after refusing service with liquor, is hospitalized with two punctured ears and grave prognosis. John A. Lindsley, known as Jack, held for authorities on charges linked to the incident. police name two saloonkeepers tied to Lindsley and urge excise license revocation. Cowan Foy Intal Two Cents To Be Levied on Each Draft for More Than $5
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Surety Bonds Exempt Washington From Stamp Tax Plan
The Senate Finance Committee pitched new documentary stamp taxes including a two stamp on checks and drafts over eight dollars, aiming to raise from 5,0110,000 to 10,906,008, exempting other taxes. Proposals would modify cocoa and coffee duties, adjust prepared goods pricing, and discuss a broader war tax bill with various exemptions and changes, while preserving some gains for publishers and profits taxes. The report notes ongoing debate and expected revisions before a Senate presentation next week.
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Bryn Mawr College to Issue $100,000 Bonds for Chair
At Bryn Mawr College’s twenty eighth commencement day, donor funds totaling $100000 were announced to endow a chair in English composition. President M Carey Thomas stated the provision would support the new chair and advance the college’s academic program.
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Mexico to Conserve Food In World Shortage Fight
The U.S. Embassy announced that General Carranes ordered a push to conserve food by expanding cultivation lands. The move aims to combat global food shortages and ensure sufficient supplies.
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