Union Pacific approves extra pay for longtime employees
The Union Pacific Board of Directors held a special meeting to authorize extra pay for employees in service since January 19, 1916, with earnings not exceeding a yearly cap. The decision aims to ease high living costs amid an era of railroad prosperity, though it faces scrutiny from some directors and staff.
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New York
BB Calvin
Omaha
Union Pacific
Cylon Pactite
Oregon
Oregon and Washington Railroad and Navigation Co
Lachert
Clairivan Howard
ULP
CT Manville O
le Agnot
Vietor
Hughie
Food safety campaigning sparks debate on healthy eating
A fragmented clipping discusses concerns about unhealthy food trends and consumer behavior. It mentions large industry players, public health calls, and regulatory pressures aimed at improving nutrition and protecting children.
Dick Sheridan Centenary Remembrance Across Centuries
A fragmented obituary style tribute marks the centenary of actor Dick Sheridan. It recalls his early roles in The Rivals and The School of Scandal, notes his prominence in Dublin theatre alongside Sir Richard Steele, and mentions burial at an abbey near Garrick.
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Dick” Sheridan
Erte Poms
Mietard Rijley Stecdan
Llib
Sherideo
Cough Medicine for Children Promises Quick Relief
A memoir fragment recalls a parent using Chamberline's Compt Kennedy to ease children's colds. The writer claims rapid relief and better health after trying the product about five years ago while living in Garborr BY and before seeking medical advice.
Dances Scheduled at Jackson Club Howse This Winter
A schedule outlines the dances to be seen at the Jackson Club Howse during winter months including January and February with various performances listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Club
Howse
All Presidents Lived Long An Anonymous Letter to the Lancet
An unsigned letter discusses longevity among United States presidents. It lists ages at death and notes Lincoln Garfield McKinley survived to old age before assassination. The piece cites stress of office as a factor and recounts claimed causes of death for several presidents with a tone of speculation.
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Lancet
United States
J. Adonis
Et Ee Rom
Cholo Darren
Liy
Monroe
Debility
J. Q. Adame
Jactson
Ana Orony van Buren
Horelaan
Tyler
Polk
Tusior
Maaan Tebnao
Jassie
Change in Table Manners During Wartime Shortages
Wartime jute scarcity alters dining etiquette and meat handling. Old habits shift as households improvise with smaller portions, different cuts, and new serving practices. The piece notes a broader decline in traditional table manners and references adjustments in hospitality and meals.
Constipation Chamber Unit Tablets Highlighted
An unclear notice praises tablets for constipation relief and ease of use. The fragmented text suggests regular purchase and distribution details, mentioning delivery intervals and unspecified recipients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bern
English Speech Reverses French Dominance in Diplomacy
Analysis shows English becoming the de facto world language as diplomats move from French. The New York Tribune notes Britain and the United States’ prestige, plus broader global reach, boost English as the common tongue. It cites rising numbers of Chinese, Indians, Russians, and multilingual regions using English in global correspondence.
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Trent
New York
Permurly
Fea
Cen Turing
China
Itasia
India
United States
Germany
Rueda
Japan
Raw Starch Diet Advocated for Diabetics in Early Study
Dr BB Reeve of Kansas City promotes a raw starch and water regimen for diabetics, claiming it diverts sugar from the bloodstream. The method uses corn starch stirred in water multiple times daily, with sponge baths and gradual reintroduction of lettuce, vegetables, and small amounts of bread after several months. sugar and cooked substances remain restricted if symptoms reappear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BB. Reeve
Kansas City
Fytvnde
Chair Exercises and Toads Behind the Chair Recovery
A garbled OCR fragment describes chair exercises and a stripe ace attack near a bar behind a chair. It mentions weights, a detached item, and a student recovering from a broken bone, with unclear details about the event or people involved.
Fragmentary note with unclear names and requests
A garbled excerpt shows fragmented dialogue about someone seeking help or guidance. It mentions Magdas and a request related to a paliceorter. The readable content is minimal and the rest is indecipherable.
NO JOY IN GREAT WEALTH AND BEHAVIOR OF MONEY
A writer in American Magazine quotes Charles AM. Sehorst, a steel magnate, arguing that money is a futile measure of success. He says Bethlehem should grow bigger and better, not merely wealth, and that great wealth brings limited happiness without constructive purpose. He notes people seek forward goals beyond money and warns against the hollow lure of spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles AM. Sehorst
American Magraine
Bethiehem
Galasphems
Machine Counters the Coin at New York Station
A garbled report describes coin counting devices at a transit terminal over the Noveh river. It notes varied patron complaints about delays at windows and ticket choppers, with attempts to fix the mechanism, adjust coin drops, and improve reliability at the turnstile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noveh
Uecker
New York
Spoodeat
Hitteburg Chronicle
Jerny
Pamengen
Pichon
Alia Victory
Eat Fruit and The Medical View on Its Benefits
The text discusses various fruits including berries and raspberries and questions why people should avoid consuming them freely. It references doctors and medical opinions on the benefits and risks of eating fruit to the mouth, stomach, and bowels, presenting a historical perspective on diet and health.
Backes in Short Supply Amid Global Food Crunch
Fragmented OCR text hints at shortages affecting baskets and goods across Europe and Germany. Mentions unity, exiled Germans, and a broader theme of disrupted supply lines linked to wartime commerce and allied actions. Unclear specifics.
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Germany
Acura
Cartier
Go Larerty
Goeth
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