Sampson County Boosters Find Clinton Meeting Promising
North Carolina Landowners Association staff and local businessmen returned from Clinton after an enthusiastic session on the association’s Program of Progress. City leaders Marshall progress plans and urged cooperation to improve living conditions and development in eastern North Carolina.
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North Carolina Landowners Association
Clinton
Henry A. Grady
George FE. Butler
L. A. Bethune
Bank of Canton
J. R. Peterson
H. L. Boyd
Association
Coastal Plain
Carolina
W. A. McGirt
Wilmington
Landowners Association
W Wrere George H. Hutaff
Edwin Josey, Jr
Charles E. Low
Clnton
Sampson County
Cource
Prescription of Chinese Doctor Bound to Succeed
Nashville report recounts a Canton medical missionary’s tale of a very ill, wealthy patient prescribed a bizarre Chinese remedy. The list includes lizards ginseng grasshoppers dates walnuts lotus leaves and other items to be boiled into a thick broth for treatment.
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Nashville
Tenn
China
George W. Leavell
Canton
Korea
Standardization Move Aims at Flour Barrel Size
Washington reports a new bill from the House committee on coinage weights and measures to standardize flour and bulk foods like hominy meat and grits. The plan requires flour and meal sold in bulk in decimal parts of 200 pounds, with packaging in 5 10 25 and 50 pound multiples and elimination of fractional weights.
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Washington
Committee On
House of Representatives of Congress
New Jersey
Oregon
Annular Solar Eclipse Visible Across United States Tomorrow
The moon will dim sunlight across most of the United States tomorrow morning marking the first annular eclipse visible in the country since 1908 and the last until 1930. Western Texas and southwestern Louisiana will have the best view with the darkest skies.
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New York
United States
Texas
Louisiana
Montenegrin Volunteers Leave Brindisi to Occupy Cattaro
Six hundred Montenegrin volunteers departed Brindisi on Tuesday to seize Cattaro Albania, the chief port of entry for Montenegro bound goods, reports reaching Rome.
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Rome
Brindisi
Cattaro
Albania
Gulf
Montenegro
Hawaii Sugar Output for 1920 Estimated by Sugar Factors
Honolulu reports the Sugar Factors Company Limited estimates Hawaii sugar output in 1920 at 662,413 tons, about 40,000 tons less than 1919. The estimate was released by the Sugar Factors company and attributed to Associated Press.
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Honolulu
Associated Press
Hawaii
Sugar Factors Company
Fragmented Russian Notice on Footwear Fashion
Fragmentary text discusses Russians and footwear styles with mentions of gender and beauty, but wording is incomplete and unclear. The few legible phrases reference Russian people, fashion, and footwear without coherent context or verifiable facts.
New York Cotton Market Slips On Coal Strike News
The cotton market opened sharply lower on November 21 as weak cables and coal strike disappointment weighed on prices. January fell to 34.15 and March to 32.98 before a late firmer tone from rumors of coal progress and stock gains lifted values, though overall activity remained tepid.
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New York
Poland considers strong checks on autocracy in new constitution
In Warsaw Nov 21 Polands sejm debates a balance of power for the postwar regime. Adalbert Trampsyzinski outlines a democratic framework with direct elections for seven, equal votes for men and women, and a president and prime minister sharing powers, with sejm oversight and foreign policy control. The president would be more than a figurehead, unlike France.
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Harold E. Bechtol
Warsaw
Poland
Germany
Austria
Russia
Sejm
Adalbert Trampcygnski
Trampsyzinski
Posen
Pilsudski
Paderewski
Ent
England
France
Cotton futures open steady in New York market
New York opening shows December at 36.40, January 34.60, March 32.90, May 31.77, and July 39.90 as cotton futures start trading steady in the session.
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New York
New Orleans Cotton Opening Steady on Futures
New Orleans opening reports cotton futures steady with December at 36.60, January 84.70, March 32.80, May 31.70, and July 30.83 on November 21.
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New Orleans
New York Noon Close Cotton Prices Report
The New York noon close shows steady cotton with December at 36.10, January 34.68, March 32.80, May 31.70, and July 30.66. Report dated November 21 at 11 45 a.m. from New York.
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New York
Cotton futures steady at New Orleans noon close
New Orleans noon close reports cotton prices steady with December at 83.60, January 34.70, March 33.03, May 1.76, and July 30.80 as of 10:30 a.m. on November 21.
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New Orleans
New Orleans Cotton Market Buoyed by Heavier Ginnings
New Orleans November 21 Somewhat heavier ginnings than expected this period spurred selling and prices fell 45 to 54 points in early trading. Ginning for the period November 1 to 14 totals 1,302,960 bales versus 929,261 a year earlier.
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New Orleans
Liverpool Cotton Prices and Futures Close Steady
In Liverpool on November 21 the cotton market showed quiet with prices steady. Good middling sold at 26.55 and fully middling at 24.65, with 6,000 bales moved, including 3,700 American, and receipts totaling 13,000 bales. Futures finished steady with contracts at November 23.28 and December 22.76.
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Liverpool
Stock market opens higher on gains in motors ships oils
Leading issues rose one to three points at the opening as yesterday's late rallies continued. Motors and shipping led advance with oils close behind in the first half hour of trading.
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New York
Grain harvest disrupts factories as corn demand fades
Fragmentary OCR notes report grain and corn markets weakening. Plant closures and reduced hog quotes accompany sagging prices, with oats showing weakness and producers facing uncertain profits amid volatile commodity movements.
Concordia ex-soldiers plan drive on conscientious objectors
Concordia Kansas November reports ex soldiers who fought in France organizing a statewide list of conscientious objectors. The George T Davies Legion post will dispatch copies to every Kansas post and press for an inquiry into Secretary of War actions granting honorable discharges to COs.
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Concordia
Kan
France
Camp Funston
Kansas
George T. Davies
Secretary of War
C. O.5
Minneapolis
New York Receipts Report Amid Mixed Commodities
In New York the report shows receipts totaling 6 817 with irregular entries for tubs and rat eyes. Cheese markets show firmness while wholesale figures include 775 boxes and an average run around 31 3 4 to 32.
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New York
Muddled Financial Report Shows Shifts in Exports
A dated statement reports foreign and domestic exports for ten months through October, valued at $8800 with an increase of $1440 compared to the prior year. Details reference sums of $35,000,000 and $180,000, noting a yearly comparison amid unclear context.
Chicago Produce Prices Mixed in Early Markets
Chicago price report shows mixed movements with beef and pork cases holding steady while egg and butter quotes edge slightly lower. Traders note limited demand as buyers assess supply and market conditions.
Price Visits Roosevelt's Grave at Oyster Bay
The Prince of Wales visited Theodore Roosevelt's burial site at Oyster Bay and placed a wreath. He stood in silent homage for several minutes and was met by Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Roosevelt at the hillside grave marker.
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Price
Roosevelt
New York
Prince of Wales
Theodore Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Chicago Livestock Receipts Report Mixed Prices
Chicago market receipts show varied gains with cattle steady, hogs uneven and sheep lambs mixed. Prices range from 9,000 beef receipts at 13.40 to 17.50, hogs at 18.40 down to 13.80, and sheep with lamb values around 12.50 to 14.76 in a fluctuating session.
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Chicago
2.75 Per Cent Beer Notice Intoxicating Debated by Judge
In St Louis Judge John Gistgic granted a temporary non restraining order blocking enforcement of wartime prohibition acts. United States Attorney Hensley and Revenue Collector Moore moved that brewers face no immediate enforcement while the matter is resolved. The decision centers on whether a 2.75 percent beer is intoxicating under the current rules.
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St, Louis
Navy
John
United Sta
United States
Hensley
Moore
St. Louis
Carload of New Louisiana Sugar Reaches Montgomery
A carload of new crop Louisiana sugar arrived in Montgomery and will be distributed to wholesalers. Retail price expected at 22 cents per pound after wholesalers sell at 19 to 20 cents. A sugar famine has prevailed in Montgomery for 10 days.
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Montgomery
Ala
Louisiana
Unclear Debt Recovery in Siam Moner Case
Debtor obligations in Siam create a question about creditor power and court compelled actions amid large indebtedness. The text outlines how a creditor might pursue remedies when faced with substantial liabilities under uncertain legal procedures.
Bozemans Convicted In Brut Brunswick Illicit Whiskey Case
J P Bozeman and his three sons Tasker Bable and Spencerman were found guilty in the Eastern District of North Carolina of manufacturing illicit whiskey and concealing contraband. They received two year sentences in Atlanta Federal Prison plus a $100 fine. J P Bozeman was discharged in his own case. Judge Connor condemned clan lawlessness and urged public sentiment to curb law disregard.
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J. P. Bozeman
Brunswick County
United States District Court
District
North Carolina
Henry G. Connor
Atlanta
Tasker Bozeman
Bable Bozeman
Spencerman
Connor
United States
Bozemans
United States District
Warren
Rogers
Rogers and
Bozeman
J. W. Taylor
Atlantic Coast Line
Herbert McClammey
L. Clayton Grant
Gene Aic
Connor de Arseny
Prson
Prohibition Case Concludes Amid Court Debate
A New York court session closed with arguments on the constitutionality of the Volstead Act and prohibition measures. Justices signaled the case may hinge on congressional power and constitutional questions, with a December reconvening possible and advocates like Ruppert and Root presenting positions.
Foreign exchange report from Rete Rove markets
Rete Rove notes a strong pound at 3.5 dollars and 4.04 dollars, while the franc weakened near 0.59 to the dollar. Daily shifts show continued volatility in foreign currencies with ongoing cross rate fluctuations.
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Rete Rove
France
Thefts Proliferate Centering on Home Burglary
Numerous thefts flood the area during November and beyond, with insurers noting rising claims as homes suffer break ins and valuables vanish amid ongoing crime reports.
Calvert Coolidge Seen as Americanist Figure in 1920 Talk
Boston report portrays Calvin Coolidge as a modest, quiet, brevity master governor who led Massachusetts through the police strike crisis. The interview notes his plain life, strong faith in law, and belief that Massachusetts fate mirrors the nation.
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Boston
Calvin Coolidge
Massachusetts
State House
Cal” Coolidge
Overnor
Iso
America
Republic
Ina
Cape Cod
Ptouth
New England
Black River Academy
Amherst College
Ampton
Mass
Coolidge
Marria
Fol. Crusoe
Massachusetts Politify
Calotabs Promised Quick Relief for Colds and Flu
Doctors and druggists advertise Calotabs as a nausea free laxative that activates the liver to fight influenza. One tablet at bedtime with water purports to purge the system by morning and restore appetite, with an 85 cent sealed package and money back guarantee.
Bitro-Phosphate Promises Nerve Revival for Weak, Nervous People
An old advertisement claims thin, nervous individuals can regain energy and facial color by Bitro-Phosphate and Euro-Phosphate. It describes nerve strengthening, weight gain, and improved mood as results, urging safe use with meals and caution about fat intake for some users.
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Ayelding
Railway Clerks Refuse Orders and Quit Work
Salisbury Nov 21 clerks of the storehouse department at the Southern Railway Spencer division were discharged after refusing to check on incoming or outgoing trains. The walkout silences storehouse staff with only a few eta remaining and threatens wider effects in railway circles if terms are not settled.
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Salisbury
Depstt
Southern Railway
Spencer
Cotton Ginning Figures Show That Crop Is Short
The census bureau announced that by November 14 cotton ginned amounted to 7,577,826 bales including 83,643 round bales and 17,7 bales of American Egyptian with 26 bales of sea island. This compares with 706,420 bales ginned by November 14 last year, including 127,034 round bales and 6,873 American Egyptian and 2,954 sea island bales.
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Washington
Sea Island
Census Bureau
Well Known Turfman Barne Schreiber Dies in Cincinnati
Barne Schreiber, a well known turfman, died suddenly today in his hotel room in Cincinnati from an apparent apoplexy. He was a prominent figure in local horse racing circles.
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Cincinnati
Barne Schreiber
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Marjorie Merriwether Post Close
Charles W. Post
Edward Bennett Close
Siam Dé Monte
Taylor
Federal Penitentiary
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Zlinu Root
New York Brewer
William Ew York
Ap- Ruppert
Oolidge
J. H. Duckworth
Cowaid Jias
Cali Coolidge
Governor
M Calvin Coolidge
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