Express Company Profits and Rail Profit Linkage
The piece argues express companies like Adams Express have paid hundreds of millions in profits to shareholders, with large annual dividends and surpluses. It links express profits to railroad interests, claims railroads could handle some freight themselves, and suggests parcel post or reform could broaden public gains.
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Adams Express Company
Harriman
Hill
Contentment Versus Riches Cited By Uncle Eben
A line from the Washington Star quotes Uncle Eben arguing contentment beats wealth, yet he jokes he could enjoy both if he had proper facilities. The remark blends humor with a practical wish for better resources.
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Eben
Washington Star
What the Steerage Brings Us
Opinion piece argues the immigrant issue in the United States is complex. It contrasts European warnings about criminals with a belief that many immigrants provide skilled labor and cultural enrichment. It notes China and Portsmouth topics and ends with short anecdotes.
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America
Germany
Europe
Had Shown Good Sense
A brief muttered exchange as a man dismisses a rich father’s disapproval of marrying his daughter. The other speaker jokes the father may be rich and old but is not a fool. New York Times style clipped dialogue.
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Bainbridge
South Georgia
GF & A
Coast Line
Wilmington
N. C
Hewitt
Jawett
New York Times
Rheumatism Cure Promoted By Blood Purifying Formula
An advertisement extols S. S. S. as a permanent cure for rheumatism by cleansing the blood of acids and strengthening the liver kidneys and bowels. It claims warm weather aids elimination and includes a testimonial from Charles E. Gildersleeve of Newport News Virginia describing relief after using three bottles. The Swift Specific Company of Atlanta Georgia offers a free booklet and medical advice.
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Swift Specific Company
Atlanta, GA
Gildersleeve
82Nd Street
Newport News
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