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Hawley Bills and Freight Unions Stir Illinois Opinion
The Dixon Sun reports Congressman Hawley's commerce bill to regulate interstate rail traffic and safety. It also notes a proposed Lake Michigan to Rock Island canal project with $1,000,000 appropriation and discusses anti freight unions led by Chicago and New York rail interests.
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United States
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Secretary of War
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Chicago Tribune
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Union of Merchants
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