Plan to Resume Railway Inquiry After March 4
Washington December 18 reports that the Congressional Joint Committee on Interstate Commerce will resume hearings on government regulation of transportation after March 4. Shippers investors and business representatives demand unified railway regulation with fewer masters and prompt action to meet national needs. The article notes broad interest from Chamber of Commerce groups manufacturers coal operators and banks, all urging a unified federal framework while railroads seek to protect capital and public interests.
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Washington
Congressional
Jom’ Committee On Interstate Commerce
Coutrol
Congress
Sthnett
Commerce Committees
Prescheat “Ison
Newlands Committee
Newland
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
National Industrial Traffic League
Bhronch
New Year Resolutions Gleaned From New York World
A New York World survey on January resolutions shows people favor philosophical aims over strict vows. Respondents joke about vanity, self righteousness, and humility as intertwined with fault or habit, while others contemplate cutting smoking and boosting self honesty.
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Tate
Johnny
Oly
Iman
Disputed Origin of Hogmanay Name and Customs
An examination of Hogmanay origins notes competing theories from Greek and Savon roots to French phrases. The piece describes mummers performing at Christmas through New Year, begging for treats and money as they moved from door to door, and the ritual “letting in” of the new year with processions and songs.
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Philadelia
England
Scotland
New York
France
Good News For Farmers 480 Acres For $222
Burlington Railroad land in northeast Wyoming offers 480 acres for 222 dollars, 32 acre homestead for 22 dollars filing fee, plus locating charges, and 160 adjoining pasture at 1.26 per acre. Land suitable for mixed farming, dairy, and stock raising. timber nearby for posts and fuel. S. B. Howard, Immigration Agent, C. B. Q. A. R., Omaha, Neb, offers free locating services.
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Burlington Railroad
Wyoming
Burlington
S. B. Howard
Q Building
Omaha
Neb
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