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Trainmen Demand Wage Increases Across Chicago Railways
Trainmen centered in Chicago plan a coordinated wage push of 12 to 14 percent across all railways with 15 percent raises for conductors and brakemen and pro rata overtime. Prior to Chicago action, similar demands will go to the Northern Pacific and Great Northern. the move follows recent settlements with Union Pacific and Santa Fe lines. Meanwhile a New York AL club reveals a leased site for a future team on 165th to 168th streets and Fort Washington Avenue with ties to Tammany figures. A testimonial touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for severe grip attacks, claiming rapid relief after a single bottle and soothing sleep.
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Chicago
Northern Pacific
Great Northern Railways
Santa Fe
New York
Ban Johnson
Amercan League
Eleventh Avenue
Fort Washington Avenue
New York American League
Joseph Cordon
Coal and Wood Denier
Tammany Hall
New York Athleti Demerark
Tilden
Chamberlain
Frank W Perry Orlitor