President Wilson Urges Railway Labor Peace Legislation
In a year end message to Congress President Wilson calls for rapid action on railway labor disputes. He reiterates six proposals including expanding the Interstate Commerce Commission, eight hour rail workday, a public dispute inquiry, and executive power to operate railroads in war or emergencies. He notes Congress has already acted on the eight hour day and urges quick passage of the rest along with anti corruption and Porto Rico reforms.
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Washington
Senate
House
Wilson
Congress
Union
Interstate Commerce Commission
House of Representatives
United States
Commission
Porto Rico
Vendwlay
Ang
Gut Trees by Exploding Dynamite Masts Logging Method
Engineering Record describes using dynamite to shoot off tree tops for mast logs. A rigger climbs the 12 inch diameter trunk, cords dynamite cartridges around the cut point, lights a long fuse, then descends as tops explode upward. The remaining trunk is prepared for rigging and dragging logs.
All He Saw of Battle Bluejacket Narrates Jutland Tale
A London Mall anecdote features a Royal Navy stoker who survived Jutland and travels by train. He entertains a carriage with a tale of the battle that reduces to coal, underscoring his modest view of the war and his dignity despite attention from fellow travelers and cigars gifted by admirers.
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Jutland
London Mall
Not to Be Thought Of Fashionable Dames Speak of Weight Loss
A dialogue notes that some fashionable women openly discuss weight loss efforts while privately fearing the stigma of trying to cut expenses. The exchange contrasts public self presentation with concern over being seen as frugal.
Unsatsfactory Remedy
A doctor tells a patient that steady work prevents worry while a speaking character dismisses the idea as unreal. The exchange centers on work, worry, and persistence with a light, folk humor tone.
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Omar—Pehaw
Kilmer’s Swamp Root Promoted for Kidney Health
An old advertisement urges better kidney care noting kidneys filter poisons and suggest use of Kilmer’s Swamp Root. It claims the remedy helps kidneys work as nature intended and offers sample bottle by mailing ten cents to Dr. Kilmer’s office with newspaper mention.
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Kilmer
Night Work in Flatbush Offers Keyring Breakthrough
Mrs. Flatbush notes the paper claims 80 keys may be more accessible with a new single grouping concept while Mr. Flatbush jokes that the invention eliminates double keyrings. The exchange highlights how a man may need to locate the correct keyhole and then identify the right key group.
Castoria Reminder From Trusted Infant Remedy
Important to mothers examine carefully every bottle of Castoria that famous old remedy for infants and children and see that it bears the signature In Use for Over 30 Years Children Cry for Fletcher's Castoria
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Fletcher
Women’s Role in the Recent Presidential Election
A humorous exchange notes Mr. Twobble’s excitement over Mrs. Twobble’s first voting booth visit and his missing focus on other women’s participation in the election. The joke centers on gendered voting engagement and public life.
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Mr. Twobble
You May Look Young Soap and Ointment Ad
An old advertisement promotes Cuticura soaps and ointment as skin purifiers and hair and hand care. It offers a free sample by mail with a Book postcard to Cuticura Dept L Boston and notes availability everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Adv
Divorce Negotiations Prompt Quip Sparks Witty Exchange
In a comic exchange Mrs Wabash asks for $2,000 yearly in divorce, while Mrs Dearborn jokes he should earn more. The gag pivots on work effort and absurd kitchen banter as a facetious vignette, with playful word play about omelets and exact measurements.
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Wabash
Seasoned Stories and Fresh Opinion Clash
A dialogue about a younger man’s experience versus seasoned judgment. The exchange labels the younger colleague as fresh and invites skepticism about his claims while implying respect for time-honed insight. The tone mirrors editorial banter over mentorship and credibility.
Uric Acid Remedy Promoted By Noted Doctor
Eminent physicians link uric acid to rheumatism and nerve pain. Dr. Pierce at the Buff alo Invalids Hotel and Surgical Institute claims Anuric, a native remedy, drives out urate and reduces inflammation. Send 10 cents for a trial.
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Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo
Pierce
Lithia
Arizona nurse promotes Favorite Prescription efficacy
A nurse from Arizona praises Favorite Prescription calling it life changing. The advertisement claims the remedy cured ailments and urges readers to obtain the product in liquid or tablet form from dealers or by sending 10 cents for a trial package to Buffalo New York.
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Quinine
Denver
Broadway
Sitaret
Colorado Association
Cole
Tou
Oy Direct
Bae
Adlanta Railway
Bend
Canadian Pacific Railway Coo
W. A. Smith
17Th &T
Colo
Elastic Paint & Mfg. CO
16Th Street
Denver, Colo
J. L. Brown
Beaver, Colo
Trappers
Poment
Chas. Friend & Co., Inc
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Dept. A
Barnes Commercial School
Champa St
Calo
Rocky Mountain Region
Used Motors
Forster Erlecti
Real Nee
N. U
Arizona
Yuma, Aris
Hiarevs
Blaughter
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