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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1913
Page
3
Washington May 21 The United States shows a steady drop in per capita coffee consumption since 1909. Secretary Redfield cites a rise in import prices and a fall in consumption to 92 pounds in 1911 and 4.9 pounds in 1912, while total imports may reach a record value for the year ending June 30.
The twentieth annual convention of the Savings Bank Association of New York state reported no signs of discord over surplus questions. Former President Brewster urged unity of action in his address, emphasizing the need for coordinated effort amid recent tensions.
A discussion notes large depreciation in savings bank surpluses due to various factors. It cites continued securities depreciation and, in some cases, payment of high dividends. The group urges legislation thoughtful of the entire banking system rather than any single institution's interests.
The steamer W. P. Snyder Jr traveling from Toledo to Superior carries 13 347 tons and 16 pounds of coal, a cargo 540 tons heavier than last year. The Snyder Jr and Col James M Schoonmaker average about 400 tons more than a year ago.
Dr. Aurand addresses the Medical Association asserting tobacco causes numerous social ills. The discussion ties social ills to race death, divorce, and other moral concerns, reflecting a broad claim about tobacco’s impact on society.
At the Illinois Homeopathic Medical association meeting in Hotel Sherman Dr B H Aurand of Hahnemann Medical College Chicago urged tobacco be cut out as the solution to the problem. He warned excessive use weakens men and undermines governance roles. women then demand suffrage. Dr Barton Haselton urged stronger legislative action to curb harmful drugs and frauds in cures. a resolution opposed state funds for the College of Physicians.
Atlanta will host a plan to form a statewide chamber of commerce through the city’s Chamber of Commerce. Charles J. Haden was named chair of the organizing committee by President Wilmer L. Moore. The effort seeks to recruit local chambers across Georgia and farmers in every county to promote the state’s soils and climate to compete with western peers. Haden expects immediate activity and a coordinated fundraising and advertising push to create a united Georgia business front and handle numerous inquiries.
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