Lady Astor Told To Keep Quiet In House of Commons
In London July 24, Lady Astor faced admonishment in the House of Commons after naming corruption in Westham guardians. The presiding officer urged silence while Deputy Speaker Dunnico and several MPs pressed for withdrawal, leading to sharp exchanges and interruptions amid the heated debate.
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Lady Astor
House of Commons
Associated Press
London
Boards of Guardians
Westham Guardians
Jack Jones
Astor
Mr. Jones
Dunnico
Blue Ridge Vets Plan National Reunion in Washington
Plans for the Tenth National Reunion of the 80th Division veterans announce Washington as the site from August 18 to 21 under Col Ashby Williams. The group, stemming from Pennsylvania Virginia and West Virginia, highlights Camp Lee training and pivotal roles in Artois St Mihiel and Meuse Argonne campaigns.
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Blue Ridge Vets
Blue Ridge
Washington
Ashby Williams
Pennsylvania
Virginia
West Virginia
80Th
Camp Lee
France
Artois
St. Mihiel
Meuse-Argonne
Pittsburgh
Mr Mapp Replies To Questionnaire From Women Voters
Richmond Va July 23 G Walter Mapp candidate for Governor answered a questionnaire from the Virginia League of Women Voters. He advocated a college education and tied policy to educational expansion.
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Mr. Mapp
Richmond
G. Walter Mapp
Virginia League of Women Voters
Birth Rate In Virginia Declines With County Variations
Preliminary state figures show Virginia’s birth rate falling since 1922 from 30.3 per 1000 in 1921 to 21.92 in 1928. Dickenson County records 37.56 per 1000 while Matthews drops to 15.45 in 1927, with Dr. W. A. Plecker attributing Matthews’ drop to underreporting rather than birth control.
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Associated Press
Richmond
Virginia
Matthews
Dickenson Counties
State Bureau of Vital Statistics
Matthews County
Dickenson County
W. A. Plecker
Dedication urged for new currency to fund missions
Chicago reports the Federal Council of Churches asks churches to set aside the first new U S currency for mission work. A service of dedication is planned for September 8 in many churches. The council also urges ministers to stress Christian use of material possessions. Some readers may object if their names are printed or omitted during vacations.
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Chicago
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America
United States
Federal Council
Investment Bond Illustrations for Small Investors
A sample $1,000 real estate mortgage bond yields $65 annually for life, showcasing how small investors can earn a generous income. Proportionate earnings apply to $100 and $500 bonds. The notice offers to send current offering circulars and an illustrated investment guide for July investments.
Virginia candidates urged to state views on three measures
The League asks each nominee to declare positions on three items: a merit system for state civil service employees, a liberal arts college for two men at the University of Virginia coordinated with the university, and sufficient funding for child welfare through the state health department, the children's bureau, and state aid to counties and cities for mothers' aid.
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University of Virginia
League
State Health Department
Children’s Bureau
Department of Public Welfare
Sweet clover and lime boost grazing crop productivity
On lime rich soils sweet clover becomes the most productive grazing crop. Home gardeners can extend the growing season in fall with hotbeds and cold frames. Proper seed treatment saves money by reducing plant diseases. lime can be spread in oats corn or soybeans or after they emerge.
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