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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1916
Page
4
The article discusses thrift, rising paper prices during wartime, and how shortages affect offices and publishing houses. It notes rag imports from Europe, the role of waste paper, and a success story of Patrick Muldoon who saved quietly for 35 years, retiring with $7,200 to his name.
Sincerity and honesty carry one through difficulties. The arts cannot hint at craft, for being suspected of plots harms trust. Even speaking with sincerity, a man may be doubted, as nothing he says is believed, Stillingfleet.
The provinces Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba have granted full provincial suffrage to women within the last three months. The measure affects about 121,000 Manitoba women over twenty two years old and covers 1,312,709 people in the province. Women vote provincially under the same conditions as men, with no property requirements. The franchise does not extend to Dominion elections.
The car shortage disrupts shipments of early fruits and vegetables across the country. Shippers report half of refrigerator cars tied up on other lines and delayed loading, prompting officials to urge prompt loading unloading and speedy car return to prevent disaster for growers.
A Florida shooting incident claimed by Fox and his party targets migratory birds under federal and Florida laws. National Audubon officials say the act violated both sets of law and may be turned over to the Justice Department. Pearson defends the article’s author while noting the birds belonged to the government and were protected by donors. The Florida Audubon Society president threatens action if Fox returns to Florida. The federal penalty ranges up to $100 fine or ninety days in jail, or both.
The Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce plans the most extensive overseas market investigations ever, starting in July. Twelve lines and fifteen examinations seek agents for South America, the Far East, Africa, and Australia to study markets for construction goods, furniture, vehicles, paper, and electrical goods, plus investment prospects. A shortage of trained personnel hampers foreign commercial work.
The bureau seeks staff to study selling goods in foreign markets. For South America, candidates must speak Spanish and grasp the product line to learn essential facts and write them clearly and convincingly. Foreign work values French, German, or Spanish knowledge for extra credit.
Miss Busiana Crocroft leads a national campaign to establish local government health laboratories for medical tests by specialists. The effort aims to publish health bulletins and provide expert guidance to physicians and the public, backed by government support, with Chicago headquarters coordinating nationwide activity.
The article compares South American cinema to American movies noting the term cinema vs movie and detailing theater practices in Rio de Janeiro and other cities. It describes fixed showtimes, front lobby waiting, and crowd control, plus the rise of elegant marble palaces made for cinema with higher admission prices than in the U.S. and widespread appeal from capitals to hamlets.
The piece notes film tickets cost about 6.50 per pound and motion picture duties plus small taxes raise prices. Admissions range from 15 to 75 cents, with Rosario pricing a 42 cent ordinary seat and a 31.27 box seat. It also highlights immigrant guidance through cinema at Buenos Aires, where 1,000 immigrants daily stay a week and view educational depictions of pampas life, plus a church using film for religious and educational purposes attracting many children.
A satirical sketch of New York life by A O McIntyre lampoons Broadway culture and wartime morale. The piece features vivid vignettes from Times Square to subway seats, referencing President Wilson, the White House, and young men enlisting.
Snippets from the Sanctum Vaudeville scene and public chatter appear in a Sunday morning collage. Quotes cite managers landlords and various named papers, with shouted lines about votes, murders, money, and showbiz life.
Sydney reports estimated national outlay around 165 million dollars annually for defense and social services, excluding pensions and allowances, with June payments rising on price levels. MUENNA notes inflation impacting costs. Dorothount and Libertas preparations refer to adjustments in value and benefits.
May 13 reports departments issuing detailed instructions for strict paper economy in all public offices. Officials urged use of small sheets and concise communications, omitting unnecessary phrases to conserve resources.
Harrisburg May 49-1 A health talk warns against ear injuries from pulling or sticking objects into a child s ear and outlines simple rules for ear care. Dr Dixon covers ear anatomy and cautions on foreign bodies, frost risk, and when to seek a physician for otic problems. The talk emphasizes gentle cleaning and professional guidance to prevent ear damage.
A group of hotel employees in Geneva tied to a palatial hotel run by two Germans and a Swiss were arrested on charges of aiding Germany. The hotel, a popular resort for English and Armorican tourists, faced the incident during May in Switzerland.
Increase caps at CAPTPAT Vienna May 18. Skoda works and Krupps of Austria Hungary decide to raise their typical by 650000 to a total of 9000000, signaling stronger production plans amid wartime economy.
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