Herrick Opposes Plume Plan for U S Railroads
Cleveland August 20 Myron T Herrick member of the executive committee of the National Association of Owners of Railroad Securities denounces government ownership as a step toward autocratic power and worsening debts He cites a federal deficit of 500 million in two years and warns of higher costs from taxes freight and interest He endorses a plan from the railroad securities group offering a fixed return and shared profits to government employees and owners to avoid experiments and preserve stability.
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Cleveland
Myron T. Herrick
National Association of Owners of Railroad Securities
Mr. Herrick
Ohio
France
Erie Railroad
New York Life Insurance Company
Herrick
United States
Congress
Way Maintenance Men Asking Raise
Detroit August 19 Union chairmen of the United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees and Shop Laborers approved a wage and working agreement calling for about one dollar a day pay raise. The plan, already sent to railroad administration, covers about 600000 workers across the United States Canada and Central America with half in the union. A referendum runs through August 24 and union officials say 99 percent support the schedule with a general strike possible if demands are not met.
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Detroit
Mich
United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way
Railroad Administration
United States
Canada
Central America
Maintenance of Way
Farm Bureau Meeting at Daggett Tuesday
Professor Nelson and county Farm Advisor B. W. Shaper will be in the district Monday and Tuesday. A Daggett meeting Tuesday evening invites all farmers to attend to hear about soil formation, soil fertility, movement of soil water, and related topics regarded as the core of local agriculture.
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Nelson
B. W. Shaper
Daggett
Growth in Imperial melon industry boosts regional output
Imperial Valley shipments show cantaloupe and watermelon boom led by I T Sparks. From 14 000 acres produced 118 million cantaloupes and 2.5 million crates moved by 7 820 cars. Gross value about 9 208 080 dollars, net to growers 1 710 072. Watermelons yielded 18 000 tons net 66 240 dollars. June shipments alone net 1 122 660. Total melon and related crops valued 11 356 140 gross 2 898 972 net.
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I T Sparks
Pacifi
el Centro
Imperial Valley
America
Senate Takes Up Oil Leasing Bill
Washington August 20 The Senate took up the bill for leasing and development of oil gas coal phosphate and sodium on government lands with Senator Smoot Utah in charge planning to push it to final passage soon. After reading the bill and approving minor wording changes the Senate adjourned to resume consideration tomorrow.
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Washington
Senate
Smoot
Utah
Experiential Growth Through Cautious Teaching
A brief passage argues that students gain through practice and vision while warning against radical experimentation. It stresses measured methods to exercise abilities and suggests restraint in trying extreme approaches. The tone favors steady development over drastic, untested changes.
Deep Creek cut-off survey to start for Bear Valley route
The Deep Creek cut-off project to connect San Bernardino to Bear Valley via the dam will begin within 10 days. JL P Clark is named to conduct the survey for the U S government, with the State Highway commission appointing a representative. The new road carries a $200,000 price tag, funded equally by federal and state sources.
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San Bernardino Sun
Deep Creek
San Bernardino
Bear Valley
JL. P. Clark
United States
K. T. Ham
State Highway Commission
L. R. Lothrop
W. W. Patch
Palmer says evidence of reduced living costs from anti hoarders drive
Washington reports Attorney General Palmer cites signals of easing prices as Justice Department vows to prosecute hoarders and profiteers. He explains actions target illegal price manipulation while noting supply and demand laws govern pricing and clarifies hoarded versus stored food.
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Washington
Palmer
Maryland
Department of Justice
Congress
Ames
How Not to Do It A Letter on Government Economy
A Victorville News critique cites an official letter from the National Founders Association president noting a farmer on the Wabash road who earned $20 monthly for operating a local water tank now classified as an electrician earning $300 under government control. The piece claims back pay for railroad workers was inflated to $2500.
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National Founders’ Association
Wabash Road
Victorville News
State Highway Commission outlines progress on extension toward Barstow
The Vic torville News notes the commission has bonds voted and a survey completed for the road extension from the summit to Victorville and on to Barstow. Work awaits start time.
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State Highway Commission
Victorville
Barstow
Livestock Day Draws Wide Attendance at Chaffey Union Farm
A record livestock event at Chaffey Union School Farm drew about 150 enthusiasts. Fr. Tl. Scribner and Prof. J. J. Thompson judged 13 cattle and 14 hogs, deeming many entries strong despite few flaws. Daggett Hinkley Apple Valley sent representatives as women joined in active interest. W. H. Coke and his wife hosted visitors amid shade trees and lemonade as feeding lectures followed the judging.
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Chaffey Union School Farm
Tl. Scribner
J. J. Thompson
Berkeley
Farm Bureau
Daggett
Hinkley
Apple Valley
County Assessments Totals For San Bernardino Declared
Auditor Jerger and Chief Deputy Hammer finalized figures showing total assessed value of San Bernardino county at 77 854 739 with non operative property 48 548 080 and railroad and corporation property 28 706 709. The total marks a 3 635 764 year over year gain powered by local taxation property.
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San Bernardino Sun
San Bernardino County
G. Jerger
Kk. Hammer
Redlands
San Bernardino
Ontario
Upland
Colton
Rialto
Wild grape and oats touted as health food in Victorville
The Victorville News notes the wild grape crop attracts unusual attention this year. When combined with wild oats it forms a health food that authorities endorse.
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Victorvelle News
Two Year Immigration Freeze Proposed by House Chair
A bill by Johnson of the house immigration committee would halt all immigration for two years. Afterward aliens could enter only with a passport or written declaration of intent to become a citizen, with annual registration until naturalization. Exceptions include limited family reunification and temporary entry for skilled labor, officials, tourists, students, and professionals.
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Washington
Johnson
House Immigration Committee
United States
Imperial Utilities Company seeks rate schedule change in Barstow
Imperial Utilities Company has applied to the Railroad Commission for permission to establish a new schedule of rates and rules of service for Barstow in San Bernardino County. The company claims current rates are unequal and do not provide adequate return.
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Imperial Utilities Company
The
Railroad Commission
Barstow
San Bernardino County
Independent Packers Challenge FTC Regulation Debate
Independent meat processors testified before the Senate agriculture committee challenging two FTC statements and urging that supply and demand laws protect consumers. They argued lively competition at live stock purchases and meat sales suffices, while opposing licensing provisions tied to the Kenyan bill and noting the American Institute of Packing and profits inquiries.
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Washington
Senate Agriculture Committee
Federal ‘Trade Commission
Partionaerly
Kenyon
Capper
American Institute of Packing
Profita
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W. H. Coke
G. B. Gordon
Los Angeles County
Thompson
Santa Fe
Salt Lake
Pacific Electric
Southern Pacific
Pullman Company
Tonopah & Tidewater
Trona Railway
Central Pacific
Little Packers
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