Senators and House Hear Wilson Warning on Railway Labor Disputes
President Wilson urges rapid action on six measures to settle and regulate railway labor conflicts. He calls for expanding the Interstate Commerce Commission, eight hour workday, a monitoring commission, rate adjustments, public investigations before strikes, and presidential power to operate railways in war or national emergency. He backs immediate passage of related bills and Porto Rico reforms.
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Explosive Method for Mast-Tree Cutting Described
The Engineering Record explains using dynamite to cut tree tops for logs. A rigger ascends a 12 inch trunk, places a string of dynamite sticks with a blasting cap and fuse, lights the fuse, and descends before detonation. The blast hurls the top free while the trunk remains ready for rigging and dragging to the load.
All He Saw of Battle a Stoker’s Calm on Tour
A London Mail excerpt describes a bluejacket returning from the Jutland battle ordering respect in a railway compartment. He boasts of cigars and, as a dark stranger leaves at a roadside station, claims he only saw “half” of the bloody fight, saying he is just a stoker.
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Not to Be Thought Of Fashionable Dames Discuss Weight Loss
A dialogue contrasts fashionable women who openly discuss weight reduction with the fear of being thought stingy if seen cutting costs. The exchange notes social pressure to maintain appearances while concealing frugality.
Unsatisfactory Remedy in Dialogue Exchange
A doctor tells a man that steady work prevents worry while the other character objects that steady work wears him down. The exchange mocks the idea with a pun on steady.
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Doily Gift Sets and Baby Accessory Basket Craft Guide
The article describes homemade Christmas gifts including large and small doilies in printed cotton or cretonne with crocheted edging, finished in colored mercerized cotton. It also details a pink satin ribbon baby care basket with compartments for a sponge talcum soap brush and teething ring, tied with ribbons.
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Slippers and Shoe Trees for Christmas Gifts
Cozy bedroom slippers appeal to all ages and are a perennial favorite for Christmas. The article highlights knitted gray and light brown slippers with satin accents and rose decorations, plus wooden shoe trees with satin ribbons, suitable for both men and women.
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Bath basket delight for the baby’s gift
The article extols a bath basket as an ideal gift for the youngest family member. It describes how the bath ritual is enjoyed by all and highlights a pretty basket as a ready present.
Catchalls for Bedroom Waste Baskets
A magazine snippet describes two simple bedroom waste baskets. One bag uses silk or cretonne with brass ring corners and a movable wooden rod stand for folding flat. The second bag features printed Japanese cotton with embroidery hoops and a silk tassel hanger.
Chestnuts for Christmas Turkey Stuffing Mentioned
A humorist asks for copy on hand as Christmas nears. His partner explains chestnuts are needed to stuff the turkey, highlighting the holiday season and practical preparations.
Christmas Tree Trimming Sparks Family Feud
Rex and Mr Growcher discuss trimming choices for Christmas. Rex asks how to decorate while Mrs Growcher doubts suggesting costly furs. The exchange hints at tension over spending on luxury items during the holiday preparations.
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