Rail Labor Board Plan Outlined in Wilson Letter
President Wilson signals approval of a bipartite labor board to set wage scales in the railroad industry. He describes a framework where public representatives, chosen for fairness, join carriers and employees to curb delays and advance wage negotiations under the new bill. The letter stresses timely action, explains board authority, and aims to accelerate wage deliberations while ensuring just rates aligned with living costs and industry standards.
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Broerkioml
Yort
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Labor Board
Hines
Fuel Administration Reasserts Power with Hines as Chief
Washington reports President Wilson issued executive orders to again place the fuel administration under direct control amid rail service uncertainties. General Hines retains authority over domestic distribution while the commission handles additional coal matters. A new order extends Hines authority beyond rail return, with commissioners W Howe Renhrant Peale and J F Fisher named to form the commission. The Tidewater Coal Exchange is reestablished to aid shipment and prevent coal scarcity through March 1 1920.
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Wilson
Fuel Administration
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Rail and & Commission of Jour
Die General
Mr. Hines
W. Howe
Renhrant Peale
J. F. Fisher
Tidewater Coal Exchange
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G Carefield
United States Fuel Administration
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President to name agency against which suit may be filed
The president will later name the agent or agency of the government against whom suit may be brought to satisfy claims arising out of government central of the railroads as provided in section 200 of the net.
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He Hill
Mer. Wilson
Railroads Return to Private Control After War
Government administration completed a task of returning railroad control to private owners. Officials claim unification reduced costs and congestion during 1919 coal strike, with substantial investment in equipment and improvements. Government plans to adjust wages and settle contract terms, aiming to restore railways in parity with prewar conditions.
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Ion
Hines
Ruitrese
Testimony and Arguments Heard in Primary Case
Proceedings on a primary case with signatures and registration records discussed. Officers and attorneys including Attorney General Ford, Frank Woody, and Gov. Stewart attended as the judge and witnesses were examined. The debate centered on whether petitions required 15 percent of governor votes or 10 percent of statewide tally to qualify.
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Mos. Gunn
Pelena
Gleason
Frank Woody
Ford Cross
WV. Stewart
Mar. Bard
Gime
Woody
Jiffy Jell Desserts Highlight Pineapple Flavor
An advertisement extols Jiffy Jell desserts as fruit made dainties. It explains crushed pineapple from Hawaii provides juice in a bottle for essential flavor and notes the product is ready sweetened with evaporated fruit acid and gelatine.
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Hawaii
East for Governor in the 26 Counties Primary Amendments
The article notes a broad regional move toward the governor’s office in 26 counties with a majority favoring the amendments. Upon conclusion, the court placed the matter under advisement for merit, indicating the decision is not yet final.
Russia Alien Labor System Described Under Soviet Rule
The article depicts a rigid labor regime for ages 14 to 50, with a compulsory labor book passport tracking payments hours absences and assigned categories. It condemns the system as tyrannical and a loss of individual liberty under Moscow's autocracy.
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Russia
Valuation Commission
Fliis
Cade
Moscow
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