Palmyra Islands Offered as World Peace City
The Palmyra Islands 1900 miles south of Hawaii may be deeded to a Pan Pacific union as a neutral refuge if the U S withdraws sovereignty. L Fullard Lee proposes a world capital under no nation, with Ford of the Pan Pacific union weighing the offer as Washington’s state dept position is awaited. Palmyra is part of Honolulu’s ward and residents vote for Honolulu officials.
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Prince to Train at Sea for Argentine Galaties
London report says the Prince of Wales will travel to Argentina and South Africa aboard HMS Repulse, a sister ship to Renown. The ship, fitted for a high ranking admiral command, has a 1220 crew, with many from the Repulse and Renown. A special suite and gymnasia are built for the prince, along with rooms for correspondents. Repulse to sail March 25.
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British exports credits plan attracts interest abroad
London on February 17 reports millions of pounds lie idle at the department of overseas trade under the export credits scheme. The plan offers finance for exporting goods from 59 dollars upward, but British exporters have not yet borrowed. Officials are puzzled why traders do not take advantage of facilities designed to spur orders and cover export risks.
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Chinese immigration and land ownership threaten colony
In a period of steady immigration from China and rising birthrates, many fear Chinese settlers will soon control native lands and the vanilla industry, signaling broader transfer of commerce and property across the colony. Observers warn that Chinese ownership will expand as war remnants and settlement progress.
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ABE MARTIN On Child Labor and Moon's Stand
ABE MARTIN argues against federal child labor limits, praising Mise Moon’s militant stance and citing historical examples of child work. He features anecdotes from notable figures, laments economic effects, and quotes Moon on industry, then pivots to reflections on historical homes and shared humanity. San Francisco records show only 31 thunderstorms in 29 years.
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Uncle Harry Explains How Homes of Famous Men Are Preserved
In a classroom dialogue, Uncle Harry describes how homes of famous figures are saved as memorials. He notes state purchases, historical societies, and private campaigns rescue sites like Mount Vernon and Lincoln's cabin, and mentions Monroe’s New York home amid preservation efforts.
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Eskimos Kidnapped on Wrangel Island Reach Seattle
A small group of Eskimo refugees rescued from Wrangel Island by the US Navy ship Boxer are in Seattle near collapse from a severe pulmonary illness. Abraham Yowarth and Peter Kunoreck are feverish and bedridden in the Boxer's forecastle. Mrs Kunoreck remains critical at the hospital, with her two children already dead in the trek from Vladivostok through China. Kohn Adams and his three children are the only other healthy members left aboard.
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Film Star To Reveal Third Wife Identity Today
Los Angeles February 17 United Press film star Lou Tellegen the former husband of Geraldine Farrar is expected to reveal the identity of his third wife. The famed actor long in seclusion since his marriage became public will name his bride in a secret ceremony reportedly held earlier. Tellegen previously married Countess Jean de Broncken and has a daughter in Paris.
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Foxes Increase As English Hunting Lags Decline
London Feb 17 Application of hunting restrictions during foot and mouth disease outbreaks has caused a fox scourge. Hunts including Meynell Pytchley Belvoir Cottesmore suspended, farmers with guns in many districts have heavily reduced fox numbers, yet estimates show more foxes in England than in years past.
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Good Pictures In Schools Aim Of Chicago Society
Chicago Public School Art Society has hung 2400 large reproductions in 181 of Chicago’s 360 public schools to teach beauty. President Mrs. Theodora Teiken says pictures transform drab urban life and may inspire latent artistic talent, prompting a national push for classroom art.
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