New Jersey House Race Signals Political Unease
A Republican defeats two Democrats in New Jersey by over 5,000 votes for the Bremmer seat amid labor and prosperity concerns. The result, amid calls to end interstate rate uncertainty, is seen as a warning to the Democratic regime and a test of the president's tolls policy. The article notes independent sentiment and questions the Interstate Commerce Commission's delay on eastern railroad tariffs.
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Railroads urged to act now amid Brandeis uncertainty
The writer argues that imperatives for immediate modernization and access to capital require railroads and business to recognize the present needs. Sawyer Brandeis is labeled an obstacle, delaying decisions and hurting employees, with calls for Congress to end uncertainty and spur action despite radical legislation debates.
Heroic label clashes with statesman duties in Hobson review
The piece argues that Richmond Pearson Hobson and Admiral Dewey show that heroism does not guarantee political fitness. It notes Hobson’s strong qualities but warns the glamor of public adulation can mislead into political life, urging him to pursue other service avenues while recognizing soldiers and sailors rarely become statesmen.
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Mileage compromise ends long rail travel dispute in Georgia
R A Broyles of Atlanta proposed a simple equitable plan to restore mileage books across roads with stopover privileges. The new system lets travelers exchange coupons for a final ticket at Atlanta and enjoy stopovers between Atlanta and Macon without extra ticket windows. The agreement, supported by the Georgia T P A U C T and railroad commission, improves convenience and relations between travelers and railroads.
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Constitution Pioneer in Mileage Ticket Reform
Robert A. Broyles of the Travelers' Protective Association of Georgia praises The Constitution for leading support in abolishing the old mileage book system. The new agreement with railroads allows a single through ticket for trips with stopover privileges, reducing depot-window executions. Atlanta, April 1914.
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The Hen and the Eggs in Thrifty Housekeeping
A century old discussion on egg prices influences, methods and storage. It notes how Lenten demand and tariffs affect egg cost, boycotts lowering prices, and how hens’ cycles plus cold storage shape availability. It urges weight selling of eggs and warns on storage laws to curb monopolies.
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Signs and Signals in American Life by George Fitch
A humorous essay examines how signs reveal a man’s character and occupation. It lists examples from bearded doctors to tax-collecting travelers, flashy dressers to book sellers, ending with advice to sweep away cobwebs and think clearly.
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Internal Revenue Collector
Cobwebs In The Home From Inattention
Cobwebs are described as indicators of neglect in domestic life. The essay asserts they reflect routine carelessness, appearing in corners when the house is left unattended and remaining until actively removed.
Morris' personal antipathy back of resolutions against Slaton
Marietta reports a political sensation as Cobb county Democratic executive committee resolutions criticizing Governor Slaton and urging resignation if he runs for the Senate are said to have been written and introduced by ex-Judge Newt Morris, a bitter opponent. The piece notes Morris’s past two campaigns, the committee meeting’s small attendance, and the claim that Slaton will carry Cobb by a wide margin.
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