Why Do They Do It Frightening Ocean of Tracks Warns
The piece notes the danger of walking railroad tracks and cites fatal risks from trespassing on rights of way. It contrasts public law enforcement with the vast toll of distracted pedestrians, estimating around 5000 yearly deaths on rail property. It also reports market firmness in New York with modest gains for Bethlehem Steel and United States Steel.
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New York
Bethlehem Steel
Mexwan Petroleum
Denver and
Rio Grande
United States Steel
Much of Southern's Passenger Revenue Paid Back to South
Washington March 31 During February 1916 the Southern Railway disbursed 4 221 402 for labor and materials with 3 674 996 dollars paid to individuals and industries in the south The cross revenue for February 1916 totaled 5 27 162 up 21 87 percent from 1915 and 5 97 percent from 1914 The eight month period shows 45 591 977 cross revenue up 8 46 percent from 1915 and down 5 08 percent from 1914 Plus roadway improvements cost 724 515 59 in February 1916.
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Washington
Southern Railway Company
South
A. Hyllant
Ross
Cotton Markets Open Steady Amid Minor Advances
The New York cotton market opened steady with a 1 point advance on May but generally 1 to 2 points lower. Active months moved 3 to 6 points down early, with May at 11.92, July 12.02 and October 12.12, while futures quotes showed May 11.1, July 12.00, October 12.16, December 12.50 and January 12.57.
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New York
Wheat Prices Fall After Early Rise On Chicago Market
Improved crop reports from Illinois lifted May wheat briefly but prices eased later in the session. Opening bids ranged near unchanged to one cent up, May at 1.15 1 1/4 cents, then prices slipped back to finish below yesterday’s close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Illinois
Dr John E Saadi to Speak at Episcopal Church Tonight
The city welcomes Dr John E Saadi for a 7 30 pm lecture at the Episcopal church on Egypt and the Soudan and Mohammed followers. He will open with a Nile expedition account for General Gordon. Rev L W Blackwelder urged his return after a prior sermon impressed the pastor. Everyone is invited to attend.
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Episcopal Church
John E. Saadi
Egypt
Mohammed
Nile
Gordon
Saadi
L. W. Blackwelder
Dr. Saadi
Notice of sale of bankrupt stock of I A Morriss & Bro
I as trustee of L A Morriss & Bro will sell under bankruptcy court approval the stock of woods and fixtures in the store at 115 km Washington street plus horses drays and feed. Sealed bids due by 2 pm April 11 1916 with a 10 percent certified check. Bids opened in Roberson Earnhardt Smith office and may be rejected or confirmed. Inspect stock by contacting the trustee.
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L. A. Morriss & Bro
Washington Street
Roberson, Earnhardt & Smith
Atlantic Hotel to Resume Foster Management in Morehead City
The Atlantic Hotel in Morehead City will reopen under manager R. P. Foster after a successful previous two seasons. Improvements are underway and the opening date will be announced later. The hotel will feature modern conveniences and Foster's proven hotel experience. Weekend excursion tickets will be sold throughout the season.
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Atlantic
Morehead City
North Carolina
R. P. Foster
Foster
Lynching Threat as Fayetteville Mob Protests Murder
A mob of African Americans in Fayetteville demanded the lynching of Arthur Smith the accused Negro who confessed to murdering his wife. Police moved Smith from Selma to Fayetteville and then to the jail to avoid the crowd after the train arrival.
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Fayetteville
Arthur Smith
Smith
Sela
Griffin
Selma
McGeacher
Hear Dr Saadi At The Episcopal Church Friday
Dr Saadi will speak at the Episcopal Church this Friday at 7 30 p m inviting attendance from the community. The event is open to the public and promises an engaging address on topics of local interest.
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Cuba
DR. Saadi
Episcopal Church
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Wing& Sons
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