Why the Cost of Operating Railroads Has Been Increased
A defense of private railroads against government ownership critics. The piece cites European state railways’ valuations, compares per mile costs and wages, and argues American rates remain lowest despite rising operating costs. It highlights wage growth, coal and material price rises, safety investments, and the need to avoid politicizing rail transport while noting farmer, merchant, and public pressures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Europe
Germany
Austria
Hungary
Italy
Belgium
Switzerland
Roumania
Japan
New South Wales
Deutsche Bank of Berlin
England
France
Houce
Interstate Commerce Comission
Dof Bo
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Wig
Eait
Wilson
Public Auction Seeks Sale of Farm Equipment and Livestock near Elgin
Public sale of the Mart Klingman farm assets on February 2, 1916, 10 a.m. at 64 miles SE of Elgin and 1 mile SE of Highland store. The catalog lists horses, cattle, hogs, hay, grain, machinery, and household items, plus a lost hound notice and a lunch offered. Proceeds to satisfy indebtedness with 8 percent interest.
Second Annual Sale of Pure Bred Chester White Swine
A sale on Friday February 5 1916 will start at 1 oclock at the farm four miles west of Elgin one mile east of West Union and four miles southwest of Clermont. The herd is immune with double treatment and no catalogs will be issued but pedigrees and farrow dates will be given sale day. Also 30 sows and gilts due to farrow in March April and May plus game horses sheep baled straw and hay. Free conveyance from Elgin to the farm for train travelers and free lunch with hot coffee. Cash or bankable notes at seven percent interest. Auctioneers R F Dewey and T N Carothers Clerk C F Becker Brackin proprietor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester
War and warning in a torn world and a note on love
A Clermont farmer replies to a young man courting his daughter with a sharp joke about spelling. The piece laments heavy casualties and questions who bears responsibility for war. It ends with a note on contentment, happiness, and wealth, warning against envy of others. A publisher seeks an active person for a profitable local plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
Sur
Jesse
Henry
Europe
Warrep
Limes Sq Btn
New York City
Lands and Investments Special Bargains Near Elgin Wisconsin
A long list of farms and land deals near Elgin Wisconsin offers multiple parcels with sizes from 28 to 211 acres. Prices per acre range from 65 to 135 dollars, with large estate and hotel opportunities, spring water and timber land noted. The notice invites quick sales, liberal terms, and shows during summer to attract buyers, aiming to match buyers and sellers through their system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayfield County
Wisconsin
United States
Clayton Co
Highland
Elgin
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Wnth
Paethermore
Highland Store
Mart Klingman
Jersey
Deeing
Keystone
Osborne
P. N. Carothers
Anvt
Sam'l Mosby
Clark
CHAS
Pulper
Prop
Hound Pup
Tastick
Rowan
Jake Yearous
Towa
T. J. Capper
Lowa
Robert Wilson
Dewey
Maple View Farm
Alcorn Fort
Owser
Elgin-West Union Road
Clermont View Farm
Ridge
Brainard
N. E
Turkey River
Pleasant Street
Fayette County
Higin
Elgin Land Company
A. M. Weibel
Elgin, Iowa
Draymen
Iowa
Schori Bros
Grain and Seeds
Hanson
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