Labor Leaders Oppose Rate Commission Power in Railroad Wages
The Albuquerque Citizen reports a meeting of thirty labor leaders who oppose surrendering railroad rate setting to a commission. They urge workers to support President Roosevelt’s policy of national rate control and criticise those who align with railroads to fear wage cuts and worse conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Roosevelt
Geo. W. Lovejoy
Switchmen’s Union
W. M. Clark
Order of Railway Conductors
A. Goyt
Brotherhood of
Railway Trainmen
P J. Calkins
Brothers of Locomotive Engineers
Commissioner Garfield James on federal regulation of corporations
The annual report argues for broad federal regulatory power over corporations to curb unfair competition and protect individuals. It endorses equal access to commerce, equal freedom to engage in industry, and government oversight to compel compliance with laws. It notes a choice between federal license and national incorporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Varuer
Secretary of Commerce
Lols
Arizona mine lobby in Washington and statehood fight
The piece accuses Ariana mine owners of a well funded Washington lobby using stock schemes to oppose New Mexico and Arizona joining statehood. It cites bold methods and possible future investigations, noting owners’ influence and potential scandals linked to mining investments. The letter critiques Randolph and reports on local views, burial needs, and national fire loss figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Wellman
Record-Herald
Washington
Wellman
United States
Arizona
Wealth, Poverty and the Will to Succeed
The author argues poverty fuels ambition and success more than inherited wealth. He cites Carnegie and others, noting environment shapes growth while talent and drive unlock potential. With will power and effort, individuals can transcend birth conditions and achieve potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Jesson
Norman
Nine Men Declared Not Guilty Vagrants by Police Court
In police court Judge Crawford discharged nine men who claimed they were sent as vagrants by employment agencies in Denver and Kansas City. The men said they paid $2 for tickets and found no work upon arrival, and the judge urged agencies not to unjustly impose on workers. The story was related by Harry King and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Kansas City
Jolie
Belenentoft
Harry King
William
Ucns
A. H. Powell
C. A. Jorgensen
William Walker
Frank Hascom
Henry Lesehke
Frank Fox
David Linens
Police
Kit
Cob
Crawford
Colorado
Fort Collings
Colo
Kansas City Times A
Local ads mix grain, hay, art and candy items
Classified notice blends farm produce Clarkville hay and grain offerings with hay for cattle. It lists 620 South First Street and 602 South First Street stores, art supplies at Newcomer Book and Art, and various product notes including candy and prints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarkville Produce CO
South First Street
Deserves Promotion for Courageous Sailor Sweeney
A Navy officer praises boatswain Bweeney for saving the gunboat Wasp during a 58 hour storm. He argues for a medal a vote of thanks and a commendatory letter but says promotion is due to recognize merit and leadership beyond routine succession.
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Washington
Wasp
Sweeney
Life of John Burns A Labour Leader and Cabinet Member
The piece portrays John Burns born 1858 in London as a tireless labor agitator who rose from poverty to Parliament and a cabinet role in 1906. It highlights his self‑education, honesty, and persistence, noting his sacrifice to buy books and his influence in England’s new democracy.
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London
Qonnell
Jin
All Burns
Burns
John Burns
England
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W. T. McCreight
Garfield
Randolph
Los Angeles Express
New Mexico
Engiieh Language, and Mr
Opec
Cinew
Optic
Commer Gal Club
Newey
Fort Bunner
National Cemetery
Santa Fe
Ciy
Clarkville Practice Company
Ilfeld & Co
Newcomer Book and Art Store
Hayler’s and Lowney’s
C. A. Matson & CO
M. Mandell
Otr
Chickering Bros
Bush , Lane
Ellington
Howard
Victor
Price & Teeple
Southwest
Learnard & Lindemann’s
the Square Music Dealers
West Gold Avenue
Wowcoooo
Ahen
el Paso
Howe
Hare
Hecate
New Orleane Times- Democrat
Benham Indian Store
Savoy Hotel
C. E. Suntagg
A. Matson& Co
Garnett
Erica Brao
M. Berger
West Copper Avenue
Borradaile & CO
Gold Avenue
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque Foundry and Machine Works
R. P. Mall, Proprietor Iron and Brass Castings
Albuquerque
Colorado Telephone Co
N. T. Armijo Building
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