Government control of railroads examined in wartime study
A wartime view notes federal rail control relieved congestion and kept operations orderly despite weather and coal shortages. It argues management stayed largely the same, that officials shaped policy rather than politicians, and that public opinion favors private return though five years earlier critics cited four advantages and four caveats of government control.
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United States
McAdoo
Canadian Pacific Railway
Governor's Roles in War Era Rail Control Foreseen Outcomes
The passage notes that his experience of government ownership led him to foresee nearly every development once the Washington government, under wartime pressure, assumed control of the U S railroads.
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Washington
United States
Fingerprint ID Proposed for Prescriptions Sparks Protest
The New York health commissioner's plan to require prescription applicants to leave fingerprints at drug stores faces broad opposition from both the public and physicians. Critics warn of crime associations and practical hurdles, noting fingerprints would not suit widespread use in finance and commerce.
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New York
United States
Crime Association
Origin of Tar and Feathers Doomed in Anglo History
An English army officer tarred and feathered an officer after a marital betrayal, with his brother tying the victim to a tree. The piece argues tar and feathering predates America, tracing its origin to 1189 when Richard the Lionheart ordered boiling pitch and downing feathers for theft. Modern American practice is seen as a milder evolution of a British custom.
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United States
America
Richard of the
Musical Recital The Victor at Carnegie Library
Mrs. Lindstrom's pupils gave a piano and violin recital at the Carnegie library yesterday afternoon. The program included pieces by March of Lille, The Apple Tree, Whispering Hope, and other selections. Performers named include Margerite Carrel, Elizabeth Artist, Alice Hawthorne, George Spaulding, and Oscar Lehrer.
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Carnegie Library
Lindstrom
March of
Lille Sages
Marjerie ‘Witt Lilli Dala
Edwand Morgan
Ceerver Sevolk Ano
Emerson Bankes
Edisabeth
Alice Hawthorne
Delptina
New Train Service Plans From North Platte to Cheyenne
A new Union Pacific timetable change will send a train from North Platte to Cheyenne, arriving in Cheyenne at 9:30 or 10:45 a.m. Local officials will announce the exact arrival time once schedules are finalized. The system is expected to be popular in the eastern region.
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Platte
Union Pacific -Witl
North Mate Nebr
Cheyenne
Cheyeanne
Oun
Backache and Kidney Trouble Relief Promoted by Brand Pills
A testimonial letter praises Wiley Midney Pills for curing backache rheumatic pains and tired feet. The writer claims better sleep and reduced darkness under the eyes after use and says Mrs Cand. Gray of Detroit is taking the pills.
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Woley
Gray
Foley
Chas
Oth St
Detroit
Mich
Cheyenne Society Notes Guests and Socials
Olga Nearst reports in Cheyenne society column. Frank Franz arrives from Tulsa for a brief visit. Mr and Mrs J A Miller host a seven o'clock dinner for the Bronstein honeymooning couple en route to Salt Lake. Meyer Schwartz hosts, and the Bronsteins depart for Salt Lake Friday night. Franks Raiff, T A Pitagerald, James B Kelse, Mrs A K Jones, H C Hawkins, Pred Harvey, and F B E Foster are named as visitors. Mystic Maze club meets at Mrs W L Quayle home for a birthday party with a guessing contest and prize to Mrs Schmidt. a deli lunch is served. In two weeks Mrs Quayle will entertain the club.
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J. A. Miller
Charles Broostein
Cheyenne
Hstel Park
Salt Lake
Bronstieins
Meyer Schwartz
Sult Lake
Mystic Maze Club
W. L. Quayle
Owens Auto Company Moves to New Display Rooms
The Owens Auto Company opens in new quarters at 1818-20 Carey Avenue in the former P B Cook Plumbing building. S K Seibert, Wyoming distributor for Cleveland tractors, has headquarters with the firm, showcasing tractors drawing notable attention. A box party at The Bolter Ole features Mrs Curtis Templie of Chugweler and guests including Dr and Mrs Peter Appel and their son Amelia Tebeau Louise Te beag, with more locals hosted by the Templin family.
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W. Ff. Owens Auto Company
Carey Avenue
P. 8. Cook Plumbing Company
S. K. Seibert
Wyoming
Cleveland Tractors
Curtis Templie
Chugweler
Bolter
Priday
Dr. and
Mire
Peter Appel
Amelia Tebeau
Misa Louise Tebeag
Mia
Weadlice
Damier
Mea
Templin
Appel
Foley Kidney Pills Reported To Aid Backache Sufferers
A Detroit woman writes she experienced relief from back and side pain after using Foley Kidney Pills. She reports improved sleep and intends to continue the treatment, claiming her kidney and bladder discomfort diminished.
Soldiers and Pie Bluffs Teams to Cross Sats Today
Port Russell's crack baseball team faces Pie Bluffs in a Saturday showdown. The game features two strong lineups and aims to boost standings in the league race.
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Soldiers and Pie Bluffs
Soldiers and Indians Set For Thrilling Noon Clash at Phomeer Park
Sunday, June 29, a twelve inning game ended with a close result as cross bats with Lue fashigam ab Pine Platts. The upcoming clash pits the Soldiers against the Cheyenny Indians at Phomeer Park in what promises a thriller. Ground work is underway and a large crowd is expected with bleachers filled and protective wire fencing installed to shield fans from foul balls in the hot sun.
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Notli
Cheyenny Indians
Phomeer Park
Watson Motor Company Takes Dort Agency Here
The Watson Motor Company, a large garage with a well equipped facility, has taken the Dort automobile agency locally. They will handle Haggar cars, perform general repair work, and sell car supplies.
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Watson Motor Company
DORT
Watson Motor“company
Real
Nineteon
Thames Sherds
Dort Automobiles
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Carey Ave
Olga Nearst
Frank Franz
Tulsa
Oklahoma
F. M. Raiff
San Francisco
Calif
T. A. Pitagerald
Portland
Irc
James B. Kelse
Remo
A. K. Jones of
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H. C. Hawkins of
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The
City
Pred Harvey
New Britain Conn
Cheyennne
Mr. F. BE. Foster
Boulder
the Plains
Ady
Mig Bewdr
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