Trolley Men Seek Higher Wages in City System
Trolley workers press for a general wage scale across the system with hourly rates from 44 to 66 cents based on service length and conditions. Local unions urge 27 dollars per hour for motorman conductors under a new zone plan. Talks begin with the joint conference board, with sessions expected to continue for about two weeks. May 28 members of the Cunneuil ont.
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Glass Opposes Soldier Bonus in Bristol Letter
Senator Carter Glass argues against an indiscriminate soldier bonus in a Bristol Chamber of Commerce reply. He supports generous care for disabled veterans and dependents but warns Congress against voting a broad bonus to able bodied ex soldiers amid heavy wartime taxation.
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US Canada Pulp Embargo Sparks Senate Commission
Washington May 26 The House foreign affairs committee favors a Senate resolution creating a special commission to press Canada on pulp wood embargoes. The report warns U S mills relying on Canadian pulp would face closures or relocation if Canadian supplies are cut off.
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Aerial liners to rival rail and ship cost per ton mile
London May 26 Air Commodore Maitland told the Royal Society of Arts that future airliners will be comfortable fast and safe. He cited a 32 ton mile cost for planes and 68 cents per ton mile for airships including depreciation and charges. Airships would compete with rail and steamship firms while offering higher speed and comfort.
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London seaman Hawking fined for assaulting woman at home
A London seaman named Hawking, returning from sea, forced entry into a house and dragged a woman from her bed, believing she was to be chastised. He was fined 19 pounds by a magistrate and ordered to pay compensation to the assaulted woman after apologizing for the incident.
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Cigars See Pay Hike Prompt Price Rise Across Brands
The cigar makers have secured higher wages prompting manufacturers to raise cigar prices. Nickel stakes rise to five cents and top grades see price jumps across brands. The wage adjustment triggers a broad cost increase for consumers.
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