Wage Increases Sweep U S Firms Including Steel Giants
New York December 15 The United States Steel Corp grants a ten percent raise affecting 250000 workers amplifying annual gross by about 20 million dollars. Other major gains surface in American Woolen Cotton Manufacturers American Clothing Manufacturers National India Rubber Bayonne Elizabeth and Claremont refineries and independent steel mills near Sharon Pa. New York City plans a wage rise for 18488 municipal workers while Eastman Kodak Glove Manufacturers Arlington Mills also boost pay. Officials cite cost of living and profits as drivers.
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New York
United States
United States Steel Corporation
American Woolen Company
Boston
Cotton Manufacturers Association of
New Bedford
American Clothing Manufacturers Association
National India Rubber Company
Bristol
R. I
Sharon
Bayonne
Elizabeth
Claremont
Standard Oil
City of
H. Gary
Steel Corporation
Itas
Iron and Steel Companies
Eastman , Kodak Company
Rochester
N. Y
Glove Manufacturers Association of
Gloversville
Arlington Mills
Lawrence
Mass
Chicago
Jno
W.o’leary
Chicago Association of Commerce
Borax Bill Parades Through Town With 20 Mule Team
The Borax Bill character and a two hundred foot mule team from Death Valley showcased a double header wagon and a tanker along Main Street and Magnolia Avenue. Moving pictures were filmed east of town for advertising use, capturing the outfit as it rolled down hills and crossed a bridge near the Jameson ranch.
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Corona
Main Street
Death Valley
Pacific Borax Company
Borax
Bill
Magnolia Ave
Jameson Ranch
East Sixth Street
Borax Bill
Christmas in Corona Opens Joyful Day of Giving
The Corona community plans a bright Christmas with Mrs. R. R. Root as chairwoman. On Christmas afternoon the Majestic theatre presents a free film for children, followed by a Santa Claus with the Women's Club giving each child a sack of goodies. All residents are invited to gather at the city hall to sing carols under the lighted tree and hear the Choral Society read, celebrating the birthday of the Savior.
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Wehn
Majestic Theatre
Womens Club
Corona
Choral “Society
Twin City baby arrives at Tucker home
A seven and a half pound girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Tucker on Wednesday at their home.
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Emmet Tucker
Freshman and Sophomore Girls Clash in Early Contest
The freshman and sophomore girls basketball teams opened a series with the Sophomores defeating the Freshmen 16 to 8 on Tuesday. Lineups featured Catherine Worthingham and Viola Peeler at forwards for the Freshmen with Bernice Sweetser and Ruth Jameson at center, Ethel Wells and Margaret Burkit at guards. Sophomores countered with Ina Tye and Erma Bruckman at forwards, Emily Match and Anna Grace Key at centers, Adele Baird and Winnetta Glass at guards. A Junior Senior game is slated for Thursday.
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Freshies
Catherine Worthingham
Viola Peeler
Bernice Sweetser
Ruth Jameson
Ethel Wells
Margaret Burkit
Ina Tye
Erma Bruckman
Emily Match
Anna Grace Key
Adele Baird
Winnetta Glass
B T W Sunday School Class Entertained
Mrs R A Todd and Miss Cecil Husted hosted the Baptist Sunday school B T W class at Todd's home after school. Girls sewed stocking candy bags for Spanish mission children, held a business session, then enjoyed refreshments. Members listed include Adeline Morrell Georgia Woods Mildren Arborn Annie Angelo Frances Parlapiano Elizabeth Clark Genevieve Huyck Gertie Morrow Bonita Murray.
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R. A. Todd
Cecil Husted
the Baptist Sunday School
Todd
Miss Husted
Adeline, Morrell
Georgia Woods
Mildren Arborn
Annie Angelo
Frances
Mary Parlapiano
Elizabeth Clark
Genevieve Huyck
Gertie Morrow
Bonita Murray
The Laws of Chance Card Distribution Fact
The article notes that fifty two cards dealt to four players in thirteen cards each yields 53 644 797 756 488 792 839 237 400 0006 possible distributions, suggesting endless combinations for card drawing across history and beyond.
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Adam
University of California Offers Farm Home Demonstrators
The university invites farm wives to request a woman field agent to demonstrate scientific efficiency in the home. Groups such as women’s clubs can arrange demonstrations to make farm homes more homelike and enjoyable, with the aim of helping families manage Christmas expenses and brighten the season.
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University of California
University
Agricultural Extension Division
Citizens Meet to Protest Deportation of Belgians
New York December 15 The first organized protest by American citizens against deportation of Belgian workmen into Germany will occur at Carnegie Hall tomorrow night. Elihu Root James M Beck and Rev Dr W T Manning will speak as a resolution of resentment is anticipated. The meeting seeks information from the State Department and Belgian Minister Havenith and official channels. Germany has been reproached by the United States over the deportations.
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New York
Belgium
Germany
Elihu Root
James M.beck
W. T. Manning
Carnegie Hall
State Department
Havenith
How France Feeds Its Frontline Soldiers
Paris reports the French government allocates per soldier bread, potatoes, coffee, butter, wine, tobacco, salt, vegetables, sugar, cheese, macaroni and spaghetti for two years of war. Cost averages 40 cents daily per man at the front, plus 5 cents for extras. Armory clothing uses vast cloth and four pairs of shoes per soldier with leather largely sourced from the United States.
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Paris
United States
France
Governors Open Annual Conference Amid Pressing Issues
Forty governors and governors elect gather in Washington for a three day conference to tackle major problems. Debate is expected over boosting Interstate Commerce Commission powers to set interstate rail rates, with most governors opposing reduced state control. Western leaders may challenge federal supervision of lands and resources. A White House reception by President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson is planned.
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Washington
Cheif
Interstate Commerce Commission
Assembly
Wilson
White House
Tomers Row
Mexican Nemises A Chihuahua Rancher in Villa Pursuit
A Mexican rancher sought Carranza's permission on DT se Villa after Villa followers kidnapped his two daughters. The article argues that with similar measures, Pancho Villa’s apprehension and subjugation would occur swiftly and satisfactorily.
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Chihuahua
Carranza
Villa
Pancho
All That Glitters May Be Silver Not Gold
New York fashion notes praise silver and gold cloths for lingerie gowns hats and accessories. Silver lace petticoats and cloth of gold garments headline a trend described with vivid details and references to couture models and theatrical wear.
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Margaret Mason
United Press
New York
Mary Nash
Benna
Ilenry
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Woman’s Club
Webhn
the Majestic
R. R. Root
Corona Mutual Building & Loan Assn
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Credit Department
Burbank
Corona Mercantile CO
Henry VIII
Brussels
Rey
Hassocks
Rt On
Main St
Muni
Raya
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