Attorney General's Cousin Rises To Chief Of Chicago Northwestern
Fred W. Sargent, once a farm boy from Akron Iowa, becomes president of the Chicago and Northwestern after a swift ascent highlighted by a move from chief counsel to top leadership. He credits industry and labor harmony, pledging no more layoffs and a manful focus on workers and risk. He traces roots to Vermont New England stock and bears a Coolidge likeness in outlook.
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Robin hangs self while building nest in Toledo yard
A robin in a Toledo Ohio backyard became entangled in a string used for nest building and accidentally hanged itself. The incident underscores how improvised materials can pose risks to birds.
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Plane Fight To Be Feature Of Next Congress
Washington dispatch outlines a coming aviation debate in Congress with a long House inquiry. Experts voice dissatisfaction with American aviation progress while praising pilots. Sargent asserts industry is key to realizing dreams in a challenging era for the railroads and national mood.
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Aviation trust and congressional clash over air regulation
The piece outlines a congressional aviation committee probe into alleged trust control hindering U S flight progress. Capt James V Martin accuses a subsidyless system of blocking independent innovators, while witnesses say Europe’s air growth stems from subsidies. Expect next winter’s heated debate between established industry backers and independents. 35 new Crescent Line coaches will bear Southern heroes names on the New York to New Orleans route, with completion date undisclosed.
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New Coaches to Bear Names South s Heroes
Atlanta July 29 The Pullman Company announces that new coaches will bear the names of the South s heroes as part of a tribute program following the regional rail expansion. The move aims to honor notable regional figures and enhance passenger line identity.
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Attacks on American Sailors Rise in Sydney
Sydney authorities crack down as violent incidents against United States fleet sailors visiting the city increase. Severe sentences are being handed out to offenders as the week progresses.
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