Demoralization in the Postal Service Prompts Congress Protests
A published opinion argues that post office morale is collapsing under Postmaster General Burleson due to the parcels post and changing rules. It notes widespread complaints from Congress, postmasters, and patrons, with service disruptions and calls for reform to support national industries and oil development policy.
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Oil the indispensable driver of modern civilization
The piece argues oil is a daily essential whose value becomes clear only when supply is disrupted. It compares oil to sugar during war, noting that without oil modern civilization could not function and daily necessities would fail.
Mining Talks: Copper Market Shifts Amid Minding Strikes
Electrolytic copper prices rise to 18 38 cents per pound with delivery through September. Western strikes failed to ignite widespread disruption as Park City and Butte mines reopen. Industry expects renewed export demand while avoiding further industrial warfare.
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Butte
Park City
Utah
Old resident given up by physicians
A man claims he was told by five doctors that surgery was his only hope but Mayr's Wonderful remedy relieved his stomach trouble after ten days of starvation. He praises the preparation as a safe cure that removes intestinal mucus and inflammation and offers a money back guarantee.
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Potts
Wise Wise: A Modern Romance Lapse Critique
The St Paul Dispatch quotes Wise Wise Wellesly lamenting the lack of romance among today’s girls. He complains a man can pour out his soul to a violin but a motor horn brings a girl running, reflecting a satirical view of courtship norms.
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Wellesly
St. Paul
Goethals criticizes War Department waste in World War I
Washington report notes Major General George W. Goethals testifying before the House committee on Expenditures in the War Department. He cites disjointed purchasing, 10 percent profit margins, and competition among bureaus as causes of higher costs. He urged centralized buying and a government force system to cut waste.
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House Committee On
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Army
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Goethals
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Signal Corps
Department “Government
Quartermaster’s Department
Sign of Joy Blank Returns After Day Off
Blank explains a bad day at the office after a morning return. His coworkers ask what happened and he recalls going fishing with a girl. She remarks the fish were happy as they wagged their tails, implying no harm done.
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Famous Lace Coat From Rasputin Blessing To Be Shown Here
French soprano Madame Francesca Zarad of the Chicago Grand Opera will perform at the State Normal College auditorium Tuesday night. A rare Irish lace evening coat blessed by Rasputin and presented by the czarina will be displayed at Eliel's store in Dillon for women to view. The Lloyds of London insured the garment for $10,000, and Zarad regards it as a treasure for its historic association and exquisite Irish lace work.
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Hope for Water Power Legislation Enters Congress
Congress shows renewed support for water power development with the Esch administration bill reintroduced in the House and two Senate bills mirroring its core features. Lawmakers expect quick cross chamber agreement and action this session as factions converge on a unified approach.
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