Jinriksha roots traced to New York blacksmith invention
A New York State blacksmith built the jinriksha from plans by Jonathon Goble, a Keuka native and missionary in Japan. Goble and his wife faced hardships. the craft spread from Japan to China and Burma, aiding a growing Northern Baptist mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Japan
Orient
Jonathon Goble
Keuka
Yokohama
New York State
Mr. Goble
China
Burma
Northern Baptists
Standard Oil Policy Change Rumored in Investor Move
A stock policy shift within the Standard Oil group is being discussed, with plans to issue larger stock dividends and broaden appeal to average investors. Several subsidiaries show increased authorized stock, while market pressures and upcoming tax considerations influence the potential restructuring. A focus on easing prices to broad investor access accompanies talk of continued industry consolidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
An & Co
Prenen Refining
New York
Magnesia Petrolest Company
Standard Oi Company of
Indiana
Standard Fl Company
Obiefm
Coramon
Athantic Refining
Nebrasks
London Sees Gold Ornaments Mobilization Debate
A London discussion explores mobilizing public gold ornaments to aid exchange stability. Critics question compulsory surrender, valuation bases, and practical costs, noting difficulties in a free gold market while urging conservation and reform measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Europe
Compensation agreements approved by Buckingham
Compensation Commissioner Edward T. Buckingham approved weekly allowances for six workers. John Battazi receives 13.89 from American Grass for an infected finger, Andrew Rembesky 14 from Connecticut for shin abrasion, Andrew Pinto 12.92 from Stollwerck Chocolate for a crushed foot, Isadore Skutchin 17.61 from American Tube & Stamping for a bruised foot, Michael McCarthy 13.50 from Driscoll Wire for a bruised finger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward T. Buckingham
John Battazi
American Grass Company
Andrew Rembesky
Linen St
Connecticut Company
Andrew Pinto
Stamford
Stollwerck Chocolate Company
Isadore Skutchin
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Standard Oil
Vous
United Court
Averazi
Atlantic Mpany
Cauare Vy Cyrene
Ental O11
Reme
Rem
Ros
England
Lee’s
Morris
Aluminum
Ust
Stre
Uncle Sam
Mill Green
Bridgeport
Unp
Saissmen
Grasmere
Harry A. Barnes
Boston Ave
Noble
U. S. Housing Corporation
First Bridgeport Bank
J. Murphy
United Tire & Vulcanizing Co
Firestone
Feirfield Ave
Barnum
Frisbie
The
Jackson Stone Co
Vusatwto Ave
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