Seal herd study backs resuming Pribilof hunt
Washington May 17 Congress advances legislation to implement recommendations of three scientific experts urging a controlled resumption of commercial sealing at the Pribilof Islands. The report argues the herd can sustain limited hunting with safeguards and outlines management to protect breeding stock and natives.
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Washington, D.C
Congress
Pribdor Falands
Bering Sea
Secretary of Commerce
Wiliam
Canada
Japan
United States
Wilfred Y. Osgood
Edward A. Preble
George H. Parker
National Academy of Science
Smithsonian Institution
Secretary of Agriculture
Pribllot
Juel
Tussia
Great Britain
Jorge
Curing Catarrh with a Simple Method Promoted
An advertisement touts S S S as a universal blood remedy curing catarrh by cleansing the stomach liver lungs kidneys and all vital organs. It claims catarrh is an inflammation of mucous membranes and that S S S alters secretions to aid absorption. The Swift Spicer Co advertises the product with a mail offer from Atlanta Georgia.
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Thuaw
Swift Spuciie Co
Atlanta
Reindeer Herd Conditions and Sealing Practices Discussed
The text discusses male seal increases and breeding, with claims of excess males by 141 cents. It notes the herd in excellent condition, yearling rents scarce post-killing season, and small gains in breeding cow numbers. It calls for humane branding methods, measuring dead animals before skinning, reforms in buildings and transport, and continued protection of sea lides and certain birds amid native concerns.
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Susan
Hoyolesa
World’s largest filtration plant opens at Chain of Rocks
St Louis dedicated the Mississippi river filtration plant at Chain of Rocks on May 17. Costing about 1.2 million dollars, it can handle up to 110 million gallons per 24 hours, with emergency capacity to 200 million. The system treats muddy river water with chemical precipitation, settling basins, and modern filters to supply absolutely clear water even in hot or muddy conditions. The project ends years of concern over discolored taps and positions St Louis as a leader in water engineering.
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ST. Louis
Chain of Rocks
St. Louis City
St Louis
Mississippi
Retail Merchants to Convene in Austin June 22 24
The Retail Merchants Association of Texas schedules its annual convention in Austin June 22 to 24 with over 2000 members expected from across the state. Governor Ferguson will deliver an address and welcome members, while Mayor Wooldridge welcomes on behalf of the city. A Wooldridge park reception will close the entertainment.
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Austin
Tex
Retail Merchants’ Association of Texas
James B. Ferguson
State of Tex
Governor Ferguson Presses Gibson Bill as Senate Divides
In Austin Texas May 17 Governor Ferguson seeks passage of the Gibson bill amid a Senate split. Supporters push for full reading while opponents seek a two week delay. The vote on the Lattimore resolution sets the bill for committee of the whole with possible action midweek. House actions include attendance penalties and education appropriation debates as the governor prepares additional measures.
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Austin
Tex
Ssnata
McNenius
McNealun
Gibson Bn
Senate
Zaniatmors
Hralsford
Thn Ichatt
Lattimore
Tavens
Bretsford
Gibaon
Harley
King
McCellum
Morrow
Fadd
Pal
Harris
Robbins
Ne Houe
Wageteer
Maddox
Beleausef
Ti- Soigon
Ferguson
Galveston
Gibson
Texas
House
Senate Committee On Insurance
Prison Commission
Senate Finance Committee
Feeble minded problem debated at national conference
Baltimore May 17 The care of the feeble minded was discussed at a National Conference of Charities and Corrections section meeting Aman W Buter Indiana board of state charities cited estimates that about one in five hundred people are feeble minded about 200 004. Of these about two thirds receive care. Reproduction figures show four children per family but degenerate families average 7.8. Eight percent of triants and up to eighty nine percent of reformatories are feeble minded. The statements underscore the need for prompt action.
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Baltimore
National Conference of Charities and Corrections
Aman W. Butter
Indiana Board of State Charities
Investisecon
Kimono Tissues and Fabrics Sale Bulletin
A damaged advertisement lists yard wide fabrics in summer colors for kimonos. Includes Kimono Tissues at 39 cents, special 230 price, Printed Lace Cloth 12 42 cents, Crepe and voile weaves with floral designs, Merc erized Foulard 18 cents, Wolfcave-ievot Floor Cotton Challis 25 cents, and Cotton Crepes 39 cents. An odd lot clearance with limited quantities and final yard pricing.
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Wade
Foulard
Tegular Fanlard De‘sigma
We Yard
Royal Society stamped art needlework sale reads like a summer clearance
A sale of 3,000 Royal Society stamped art needlework pieces described as desirable, with summer women and children wear items. Crepe and batiste waists, white crepe, batiste designs, semi-made dresses, wide belts, and children’s dresses offered at reduced prices from 29 cents to 44 cents, with a note on regular prices and quantities.
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Royal Society
Baptists debate reports at Houston convention session
At the Southern Baptist convention in Houston on May 17, committees faced key items including the Sunday school work report and a temperance and social service report focused on the prohibition campaign. Delegates prepared to consider central concerns amid opposition to perceived central control while a Woman's Missionary Council committee reported on field workers and local services.
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Houston
Tex
Committee
Pri
Yuesness
Aerie
Southern Baptist & Poratlon
GB. Gambrell
Nalin
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Pribilof
Pribilut Islands
Severy
Metter
Martin Wright
Bedell
Avenue C
Investmess
Safete Deposit Boxes
San Antonio Loan & Trust Co
Mordgagh Loans
Lui
Secretary of State
Governo
Gibson Bill
Leais
Atate
Univerati
Siafn Normale
Tha
Hind Institute
Grges Student Loan Bul
Representativa Mrteaife
Tom Green County
Students Loan Fund
Astrala
Euccesa
National Conference of Charities
Newltse
Wolfson
Boudoir
Oliver Tust
Saul Wolfson
Baptists
Uae
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