Dispatch Campaign Booms With Votes for Many Ladies
The Dispatch in Wilmington reports a surge in votes for many ladies nominated in the New Era Circulation Campaign. A special offer runs through June 15 with 250 000 extra votes per new or renewal subscription and coupons worth 200 votes each valid until June 15, encouraging broad club participation and rapid subscription gains.
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Atlantic to Gulf inland canal plan outlined by Georgia
Gov. Hugh M. Dorsey outlined a proposal to link the Atlantic Ocean with the Gulf of Mexico via an inland canal from St. Marys Georgia to St. Marks Florida. The conference, backed by the Georgia Council of Defense, would extend the Mississippi River system to the Atlantic and has national transport significance.
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Women Draftsmen Hired by Iowa State Highway Commission
The Iowa State Highway Commission is employing women as draftsmen, expanding its engineering staff. The move signals a shift in the construction industry as female workers take on technical roles traditionally filled by men.
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German Drive In France Tests Allied Front
French front reports describe a renewed German push along the Montdidier Noyon line with divisions advancing despite heavy losses. Allied batteries and machine guns disrupt German efforts as wind shifts spread poison gas, and some German units are withdrawn for fresh troops. The battle remains foot by foot with no clear German gains yet.
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