Trainmen Rule Out Peace at Any Price in Eight-Hour Fight
A statement by four railway brotherhoods outlines the union stance on the eight hour day dispute with railroads. They oppose overloading trains that hinder mileage, support arbitration but refuse blanket peace at any price, and insist on respect for wage terms and public rights.
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Lig
Hmits Ts Jroude
Meiriden
Siich
Bomen
Wien
Tome Tnttt
Sean Dots
Die Ralironnis
Billy Tisk
Paul
Ith
Bunt
Chrcjmatanves
Grisen
Vision Tests and Eye Strain in Historic Medical Notes
The Medical Record discusses near and farsighted testing and the limits of vision acuity. It notes the challenge of threading a needle and reading small print without glasses, and reflects on how occupational demands shape eye care and suitability for tasks.
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Walt
Tranpertablon
Neem Seler
Highest dam in the world and related notes
The article describes the Arrowrock Dam project in Idaho with its massive scale including a tunnel approach, foundation work, and river diversion details. It cites construction figures such as 580,000 cubic yards of concrete and a dam length of 1,080 feet. It also includes several unrelated anecdotes and quotations about governance and famous figures from historical sources.
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Idaho
Turin
Sloyn
Hell
Phis
Heam
Baise
J. ¥. Stratton
St. Nicholas
Natives of Alaska and Their Diverse Origins
An eyewitness account contrasts Eskimos and Siwash Indians in Alaska, noting common speech and appearance across groups. It discusses Mongolian roots for Eskimos, Siwash origins, language variation among tribes, and the spread of Siwash across coastal areas, with references to Chinows and regional dialect differences.
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Alaska
Tuo Misoi Company
Land of All
Aleutian Islands
British Columbia
Washington
Asia
Beri Strait
Siwaskes
California
Tie
New Yorks
Hazing at West Point 1860 Cadet Pranks Revealed
A fragment from 1860 describes dangerous hazing at West Point. Cadets organized pranks including prying into rooms while others slept and dressing them in stolen coats and trinkets. The piece notes head officer punishment and possible court martial.
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Brown
ASM
Sue
Lisseep
Benny Havens
Miele Roves
Two Horses and the Struggle of Load Carriers
A roughly written piece discusses how the slower horse may still pull the greater load in a team and explores balance between speed and strength. It references agricultural study from Iowa College of Agriculture and includes dialog about expectations and miscommunication in a debate.
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L Ust Hanse
Vie Aluportonne
Agricultural Ehyluecsine
Lowa College of Agriculture
Tia Ea
His Own Fault Deacon Critically Injured After Car Accident
Puck quotes a chauffeur who ran over a deacon recounting the event and noting the clergyman's failing hearing sight and mobility. The remark highlights the fatal accident and the deacon’s infirmities as context for the incident.
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Puck
A Greater Need Cook Finder Experiment
A Boston Transcript note outlines a project to invent a cook finder for a range. The writer seeks mercy to develop a device that locates or matches cooks to a range project, expressing a practical goal amid limited options.
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Hub
Ron
Boston ‘Transcript
Trade unions push for equal suffrage and social justice
The piece argues trades unions were early advocates for women's voting rights, citing a 25 year old pledge by the American Federation of Labor. It asserts unions are constructive, not revolutionary, serving society by promoting justice, protecting women and children, and aiding the poor and the weak.
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Tabor
Worthy of His Hire Inadequate Wages Spark Debate
The piece reports a debate over living wages for laborers, highlighting city payroll strains and calls for adequate pay to sustain workers through harsh weather. It cites city council interest, miners and dock workers, and comments from local financial officials.
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Trecettey
Aia de
Lnberens
Counell
Poalle
Chelse
Tose
Winiter
Riiiel
Heard
Thorssard
Labor Notes on Union Actions and Strikes Across U S
Mine workers and operators reach bearer agreement as pattern makers at Singer Lewis Machine in Elizabeth J raise wages after a strike. Springfiell Traction workers rejoin unions after years of nonunion conditions. United Mine Workers urge impeachment of Judge Alston G Dayton. Copper miners strike in Clifton Morenci Metcalf district Arizona ends with substantial wage increases reported.
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Singer Lewise Machine Company
Elizabeth
Springfiell (Mo) Traction Company
United Mine Workers of America
United States
Alston G. Dayton
West Virginia
Clifton-Morenci-Metcalf
Arizona
Immigration Bill Debated In House Panel Exempts Religious Persecutions
The Burnett immigration bill with an illiteracy test clause is urged by the House committee. It would exempt aliens proving persecution or religious refuge status and seeks to easier entry for those fleeing oppression while maintaining some labor protections and standards. Georgia labor groups react against past legislative inaction and push for education and safety reforms.
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House Committee On
Secretary of Labor
United States
Jiwuksinis
Ube Witeenvey
Taphele Canimlen
Latestig
Crnst
Tewtiletioriats
Heartien
Creat Ber
Ohin
Virginia
Tennessee
Bijroelt
Youngstown
Wilvrntes
Marope
Yongstosa
Lodge Urges Action on Federal Child Labor Bill
Massachusetts Senator Lodge writes Ciwen R Lovejoy urging passage of a federal child labor bill. He notes personal interest in child labor legislation and says he will use influence to secure a suitable bill in the current Congress.
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Lodge
Lolze
Massachusetts
Ciwen R. Lovejoy
Sec ‘Y
National Child Labor Committee
Senator Lodge
Congress
The Roman Forum and Turning Points in History
The piece discusses the Roman Forum as a market and civic center, its evolution into a people’s assembly, and its historical influence with laws and public buildings. It also reflects on modern turning points and labor strikes affecting workers, teachers, and union efforts in New York and Oklahoma.
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Acropolis
Athens
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TA. Silburn
Empir
Tommaso Salvini
Tom Salvini
D'Aprunzio
London Standard
Willard
West Point
Rowland
Richmond Times
Joly Mo Mar
Tete Nood
Witkestere
Asual
Linenen
Jakes
Meyer
Milwaukee
America
Labor Notes
Georgia
Atlanta
Union Shop
the Square Tailors
High Street
Holbrock Bros
Voss-Holbrock
Morner’s Cafe
Bay Workers Union
Mon Stame de Wol
Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union
John FP. Tobin, Pres
Chae
Balee
The
Hamilton Collateral Loan Co
Third St
Beth
Hugh
Fullerton
Poe Ees
Bbemageca
Poe
New York City
New York
Pittsburgh
Oklahoma
Williams
McAl
Washington Star
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