Stenographers and the modern typing girl in perilous work
A Boston traveler interviews a young stenographer about women entering typing and shorthand, noting that real value lies in precision, punctuation, and comprehension. She explains pay variation from eight to twelve dollars weekly, cites examples of rapid advancement for capable workers, and contrasts old steam with electric solutions speeding repairs after a boiler explosion.
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The Typist and Her Time in the Office
In a downtown dry goods setting two young women work as stenographers learning trade skills. One earns 10 a week eight years ago, another now makes about 30, with both gaining expertise in handling lace details and department tasks. The speaker notes how wages reflect experience and questions the role of flirtation in office life.
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Horse Endures Painful Foot in Mouth Incident
A horse loose in a tan stable entangled a hind foot in its mouth. The shoe and hoof cut the mouth as the horse frantically struggled. The horse collapsed and foamed before the owner freed the foot with difficulty.
Baby's Christening Delayed by Rain and Quiet Remark
A young infant awaiting baptism at the font caused a minor delay as the minister dipped water and traced the cross. The child, with calm wit, wiped the gown sleeve and declared, Baby's face clean, don’t want water on me. The father held the infant for the ceremony despite the interruption.
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Rainister
Westward Rail Line Offers Through Cars and Sleepers
The Lake Superior, St. Paul and Union Pacific Line links Oh, Sevayl, Minneapolis, Omaha, Idaho points with Pacific routes. Cities include Hailey, Boise City, Lewiston, Spokane Falls, Walla Walla, Colfax, Pendleton, Baker City, Portland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Montana connections. Pullman Sleeping Cars offered at low rates for second class tickets to Washington Oregon and California. Contact C., St. P., M. & C. Ry. agents for rates, maps, and pamphlets via T. W. Teasdale, General Passenger Agent.
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