Northwest car shortage blamed on railroads and coal rates
The piece argues the car shortage in the Northwest stems from a protracted wrangle between coal merchants and railroads over rates. It calls for Interstate Commerce Commission action and cites Senator Hansbrough’s fourfold plan to boost equipment, track, and yard capacity, and curb overloading. It frames rail corridors as arteries and freight cars as blood, urging urgent rate legislation to prevent broader economic harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Interstate Commerce Commission
German political crisis tops next two months as Reichstag fights war funds
The article notes a deadlock in the Reichstag over funding for Africa campaigns, with calls for a new parliament whose stance could threaten the Kaiser. It highlights army scandals in Africa, public fatigue, and the risk of imperial humiliation if funds are blocked, signaling global interest in Germany’s electoral developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Reichstak
Africa
Hagland
Reichstag
Gersmany
Federal power debated by justices and era maps critique
A fragmentary report cites Justice Harlan with Justice Brewer opposing expansion of federal authority over states. It also covers New Mexico maps debates, the need for current territory maps, and reactions to Roosevelt administration critiques, including educational funding and local governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Harlan
United States Supreme Court
Justice Brewer
Oa Court
Uber
Citien
New Moxton
Existation
Chicago
New Mexico
Bureau
MMN
Ufees
W. HL Andrews
General Land Office
Bureau of
United States
SOME INTERESTING FACTS AS TO GERMAN FARMING
A fragmentary report describes German farming, noting a new tariff pleasing shopkeepers and farmers by allowing them to ask higher prices. It details hay crops, crop yields per acre, meadow land values, and prices for cattle, poultry, eggs, milk, and vegetables. The piece mentions female farm labor, wages, and living conditions among Baden farmers, highlighting wealth without luxuries and limited necessities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ahern
Haden
Higselle
Erie
Baden
Japan launches Saitama battleship largest afloat
Japanese trials culminate in the launch of the Saitama, a 14,200 ton displacement battleship deemed the world’s greatest by size and power. Built entirely by Japan, it features heavy guns and high speed, signaling a major shift in naval parity and foretelling future developments in their fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saitama
Ike
Losister
Hallas Marine
Satsuma
Aulout
the & A
Che Delle
Sefontine
Reform Urged In The Matter Of Expensive Female Attire
A reform movement criticizes costly women’s dress, arguing luxury drives waste and social strain. Observers discuss tax impact on wealthy versus burdens on poorer classes while calling for industrial changes to reduce fashion costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grills
Holleman
Hiroe Tens
Rentunier
Banehe Patt
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Albuquerque
Citizen
Ys Ae
Tory
I Directors
Adie
Girhig
Citi
Washington
Republic van
Roosevelt
Kaname City Times
Hughes
New York
Lee Trust
Lee Company
North Dakota
East
Japan
Cow Boy
Berned
Wwe
Our Bakery
Jaffa Grocery Co
Red Cross
St. Red
Seoo
William Chaplin
West Railroad Ave
Balling
Pioneer Bakery
South First Street
Jaffa
Ruppe
M. Mandell
W. Strong Sons Furniture
William McIntosh
T. C. Nead
McIntosh Hardware Co
C. H. Carnes, OQ
Eves
Railroad Ave
N. M
Clarkville
John
Beaven
ELK Opera
Ole
Wa. McGowan Presents
Hal Stephens
H. 8. Linton
McCabe
Maddern
Matson
Imperial Laundry Co
Leana
Rosenfield
W. RR. Ave
P. Matteucci
North First Street
Simon Balling
Bailing Bros
West
Silver Avenue
E. Galloway
N. DiMauro
Thos. F. Keleher
Columbia
Rambler Leveland
Tribune
Yt Bley F
Hopping
South Second
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