Federal Land Bank at Columbia outlines loan rules and aims
The Federal Land Bank meeting in Columbia, led by J. H. von Engelken, emphasizes thrift in farm loan use. It details appraisal standards, class standing, borrowing limits, eligible borrowers, and the push for chartering farm loan associations. Emphasis on operating farmers, gradual improvements, and a 36 year loan term with early payoff options.
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North Carolina Banker's Association
Columbia
J. H. von Engelken
Federal Land Bank
Agricultural Colleges
von Engelken
Raat
Farm Loan Association
Farm Loan Associations
Talk of Peace in Germany Abandoned by Officials
Washington report from former Ambassador Gerard after Berlin trip says Germany planned a ruthless submarine campaign despite war risk. He notes German officials foresaw large ship losses, food conditions deteriorating but not yet critical, while diplomacy with the United States remains tense.
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Washington
Gerard
Berlin
State Department
Germany
United States
Wilson
Lansing
Polk
Gerant
England
Key West
Fla
Philips
McAdoo
Tumulty
Hughes
New Jersey
New York
Department
California
Ticket proposal for mayor and aldermen candidates
A Citizens ticket favors J. D. McRae for mayor and A. M. Secrest, T. C. Collins, W. B. Funderburk, C. B. Houston, and G. B. Caldwell for aldermen Wards 1 4 and at large respectively. They describe the slate as progressive yet conservatively minded and capable of prudent, common sense governance benefitting all interests.
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J. D. McRae
A. M. Secrest
T. C. Collins
W. BE. Funderburk
C. B. Houston
G. B. Caldwell
Council cautions on chartering new associations and inquiry flow
The message notes that no business can be transacted until an official charter is secured and that letters will be answered promptly to help readers advance their temporary group to a stage where an appraiser can act efficiently when on site. It emphasizes readiness and clear information for all points unclear.
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Farm Loan Association
Farm Loan
Washington
Farm Loan Board
Algonquin Sunk by German Submarine Off Bishops Rock
The American steamer Algonquin, sailing from New York to London with an American crew, was shelled without warning by a German submarine and sunk on March 12. All 27 aboard escaped in boats. the submarine then placed bombs and disappeared. Officials say the incident does not change U S and Germany relations but arming ships remains the likely response.
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New York
London
White Star Line
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Press Association
Algonquin
United States
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Wilson
Germany
Congress
Conaul Stephens
Plymouth
Nest of
Bishops
Rock
Aeronautical Stations Along Atlantic Coast
A Joint Army Navy Board studies eight aeronautical stations along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts for aerial patrols. Each station will house six officers and 40 men with six to eight seaplanes and two dirigibles. Pensacola training starts for dirigible crews. Coco Solo in the Canal Zone is set as a base with $1,000,000 funding sought.
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Army-Navy Board
Washington
Joint Army-Navy Board
Atlantic
Gulf
Navy
Pensacola
Fla
Coco Solo
Colon
Canal Zone
Department
Paltic Coast
Well Known Union County Teacher Prof Garrison Dies
Prof G M Garrison a respected Union county school teacher died this morning at a Norfolk hospital after years of ill health. He began teaching in Unionville after Wake Forest 1901 and taught at Marshville Granite Falls and Oklahoma City. Survived by wife son and mother, funeral planned for Sunday with interment in Unionville cemetery.
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Union County
Norfolk
C. C. Hamilton
J. E. Garrison
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Beggar’s Charm Tests Monroe Man’s Patience
A one armed beggar pleads for a penny on Monroe street. KR Helms, missing an arm, gifts a penny then is sympathetic to the beggar. The beggar complains of his fate and arm, Helms shows his empty sleeve, the beggar offers a dime, and Helms declines. The tale ends with who really played the joke.
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Monroe
Wedge
Ayers
K. Helis
Holma
Mr. Helms
Look For the Play Tonight Variety Show Changes Casts and Prices
A community notice invites attendance at a variety show with changes in cast and costumes and an emphasis on a warm setting. It advertises admission at 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children, noting updated ceremonies and concerts to suit tastes.
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Iehildren
Big Navy Contract For Fighting Craft Ordered
The Navy Department awarded what appears to be the largest single order for fighting craft by any nation. Private builders will construct four battle cruisers and six scout cruisers, keeping 70 percent of their workforce on Navy work. Major yards agreed to 10 percent net profit on the battle cruisers, with total cost near 876 million dollars. One fifth cruiser to be built at Philadelphia Navy Yard to ease private facilities strain.
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Navy Department
Navy
Daniels
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Czar of Russia Overthrown As Revolt Reaches Lonston
News from Lonston reports Russia’s czar abdicated after a successful uprising. A new national cabinet forms as troops mutiny and streets see clashes between government forces and revolutionists. Empress allegedly in hiding amid chaotic scenes. bread shortages fueling unrest.
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Rusia
Lonston
Altice
Prussia
Russia
Germany
Western
Europe
Pape Uloee
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