Note of Germany Expressed Regrets
Washington reports Germany cabled to the state department from Berlin regretting the torpedoing of the Gulflight by a German submarine. Germany offers full recompense for American damage and notes limited clarity on the Cushing attack. Blame for Gulflight rests on nearby British patrol boats and missing neutral ship markings. Two sailors drowned, captain dies next day. Follows a neutral nation warning circular.
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Washington
Germany
State Department
Berlin
Cushing
United States
Freeboard
English
Port Arthur
Texas
Rouen
France
Ford Declares Stock Dividend and Increases Capital
Ford Motor Company announces an authorization increase from 52 million to 100 million dollars and a stock dividend of 48 million dollars payable July 1. A cash dividend of 2 million dollars is declared but not disclosed. The plan raises Henry Ford's holdings by 27.84 million and leaves 50 million in treasury for future needs.
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Detroit
Mich
Ford Motor Company
Henry Ford
Two Scholarships in Arkansas University
Arkansas Federation of Womans Clubs offers two scholarships in Arkansas. One to a boy and one to a girl. Scholarships pay $125 and $140 to top examiners. Examinations occur June 17 and 18 with county examiners. Applicants must be examined on at least 14 high school units. Write to the University president with subjects and units.
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Fayetteville
Ark
Arkansas Federation of Womans’ Clubs
Arkansas
Three More Reports From Committee Work Progress
Little Rock reports three additional auditing committee reports will soon become public covering the Auditor of State the State Treasury and the Attorney General. Chairman George W. Garrett notes the work is advancing rapidly and aims for speed. Garrett expects possible reform to require regular auditing of all state departments under the State Banking Department to ensure political independence.
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Little Rock
Auditor of State
State Treasury
George W. Garrett
Garrett
State Printing Board bids for two year printing contract
Little Rock June 5 The State Printing Board advertises for bids to cover all departments for two years. Bids open July 1. Contracts run from January 1 1916 to January 1 1918. Amount available is uncertain as several departments operate under the governor's proclamation and Legislature meets again before contract expires.
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Little Rock
State Printing Board
Gene
Note to Germany Demanding Adherence to Humane Maritime Rules
Washington June 4 The draft note to Germany demanding adherence to humane maritime law in neutral conduct was approved by the cabinet and will be cabled by Monday. The United States will sever relations if Germany ignores visit and search rights or continues to torpedo without warning. The note reiterates that Lusitania sailed with no guns and was torpedoed without warning while Gulflight indemnity talks are noted. Secretary Bryan and Attorney General counsel joined President Wilson for the cabinet briefing.
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Washington
Wilson
Germany
United States
Lusitania
Amercan
Banking Department Praises Blue Sky Act Works Smoothly
The Banking Department reports the Blue Sky Act is functioning well and curbing unworthy stocks. It notes a legal provision forbidding Arkansas newspapers from advertising unapproved or non exempt securities, with penalties up to 1000 dollars fine or a year in jail. An auto service ad lists Toscoe Cress and phone 136.
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Little Rock
State Banking Department
State of
Arkansas
Home Canning Campaign Draws Widespread Interest
Little Rock reports strong interest across Arkansas in a home canning drive. The Royal Home Canner Company urges broader press reach and banker support to extend nationwide. Judsonia’s strawberry season ends with one car shipped, totaling 188 cars and $130,000 for growers.
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Little Rock
John H. Page
Royal Home Canner Company
Albion
Ill
Mr. Page
Judsonia
Hendrix to End 25-Year Period at College Commencement
Conway June 4. Hendrix College will hold commencement June 6 to 9 to mark 25 years in Conway and 51 years since its Altus founding. The program includes a second quadrennial homecoming June 8, a ministers conference June 9 to 17, and sessions by Little Rock and North Arkansas education boards. Bishop F E E Hoss will address the graduates, and 22 diplomas will be awarded.
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Little Rock
North Arkansas
J. E. Carpenter
St. Paul's M. E
South Muskogee
Carpenter
Rmon
Young Men's Christian Association
R. E. Fawcett
Frank E. MacAnear
Homer Hudson
E. L. Holloway
F E. E. Hoss
Southern Methodist Church
Wilson drafts note to Germany on maritime law
President Wilson read a draft note demanding adherence to humane maritime law, to be cabled to Berlin by Monday. The cabinet approved the note, with minor changes possible, and warned that a negative reply could lead to breaking diplomatic relations. The document reiterates that Lusitania sailed with no guns and questioned Germany’s claims, postponing further Lusitania and Pulaba discussions until main submarine warfare issues are settled. Germany’s reply is expected after the envoy’s arrival in Berlin in about two weeks.
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Germany
Cushing
United States
Berryville Council approves deep well for water system
The Berryville City Council voted to sink a deep well to supply water for the Berryville water system, aiming to improve provision and reliability for residents and businesses.
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Berryville
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Arkansas University
Nokes
Bank of Prescott
Prescott
Gulflight
Bryan
Robert Lansing
William
Count von Bernstorff
Meger Gerhard
Gerhard
Denmark
Banking Department
Toscoe Cress
Hendrix
Conway
Bernsteif
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Mason
Wan
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Ozan Mercantile Co
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