Coal Freight Rates Defied Business Rules in Ruling
Washington August 14 The Interstate Commerce Commission upheld existing coal freight rates from Pittsburgh to Toledo despite complaints by miners and Ohio district operators. The six to five decision favored the current structure, with dissents arguing southern Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky access to northwestern markets would benefit from rate adjustments amid ongoing production and transportation waste concerns. A London note reports a blind rug maker in Britain discerning colors by touch.
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Illinois
Burrows Survives Fourth Suicide Attempt in Elkart
Alexander Burrows, 42, of Elkart, Indiana, shot himself in a fourth attempt to take his life. The wound was superficial, and he was destined to live despite the failed effort.
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Preas Elkart
Ind
Alexander Burrows
Burrows
Legion Picnic Kickoff At State Adjutant H Henley Event
H Henley State adjutant of the Legion announces Sunday August 23 as a picnic day featuring horseshoe pitching volley ball baseball swimming and an air circus. Commander James A Drain will speak. Convention begins Monday with Mayor W J Hosey of Ft Wayne delivering an address and State Commander Tom McConnell replying. A parade follows a banquet and a grand State train wreck for the 40 and 8. Officers will be elected Tuesday.
Evansville service for Eliza Elmendorf Sunday
Evansville Ind Aug 14 Services will be held Saturday for Miss Eliza Elmendorf 58 a well known local clubwoman and sister. The obituary notes her active civic work and family ties with the community.
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Evansville
Ind
Eliza Elmendorf
Obituary Notice for Elmendorf Mayor's Relative
The death of Mayor William H. Elmendorf of this city occurred Thursday after a three weeks illness. He is survived by three sisters and five brothers.
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William H. Elmendorf
Tulsa ice man installs electric fans for mule wagon
Tulsa resident Joe Aikens has installed electric fans in the mules stables that pull his wagon, keeping the animals cool as they work. The fans run all night, stuning the animals and drawing attention from neighbors.
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Tulsa
Okla
Joe Aikens
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