Snow bucking and wreck on Oregon line in 1287
Historic Oregon railroad incident recounts a March 1287 heavy snow event on the O R N near Union. Six locomotives bucked snow from Hutchinsons point, one engine derailed down the mountain, crew injuries, and a rescue and repair after. Union Pacific pension plan details outlined for long service employees with retirement at 70 and 55 options.
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Oregon
Hutchinson’s Point
Union
Baker City
la Grande
Hutchinson's Point
William Hutchinson
Union Pacific
Board of Pensions
Growth of Unionism at AFL Convention Report
Secretary Morrison’s report covers eleven months ending September 76 test, detailing AFL receipts and expenditures with income averaging 144495 and outlays 119086. Contributions to the defense fund total 20423. Morrison notes 1024 unions chartered, 305% average per member tax 1825,300, and a fourfold gain in six years with defense fund tax increases. Reports from international and local show 1558 strikes affecting 412,871 persons.
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Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Fedration
Minnesota Educators Open Annual Convention in St Paul
About 1000 delegates attend the Minnesota Educational Association opening in Central Presbyterian church. President J Rice presides. sessions split into sectional conferences with national figures like David Starr Jordan and Richard Ely expected to speak.
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St. Pauli
Minniac
Minnesota Educational Association
J. Rice
Central Presbyterian Church
David Starr Jordan
Leland Stanford, Jr
Richard T. Ely
University of Wisconsin
Archaeological Institute Meeting Opens in Princeton
The Archaeological Institute of America began its general meeting today at Princeton Inn in New Jersey. President Wilson of Princeton University gave the welcome address at the opening session and guests will be hosted at Prospect, his home, this evening. Tomorrow Prof William W Goodwin of Harvard University will deliver the annual address.
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Archaeological Institute Meeting
Princeton
N. J
The
Archaeological Institute of America
Princeton Inn
Wilson
Princeton University
Prospect
William W Goodwin
Harvard University
Gans and Gardner Ready for Lightweight Title Bout
New Britain Conn December 21 Joe Gans and Gus Gardner prepared for their lightweight championship fight tomorrow afternoon. Both are in trim and will weigh in at 11 o'clock at 126 pounds. A large crowd is expected to attend the contest.
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New Britain
Conn
Joe Gans
Gus Gardnner
Gans
Embroideries Sale Offer Listing
Brief sale notice lists embroidery items at seven to twelve cents and two dollar sections. Includes price ranges and a few item codes. Indicates items will be sold at auction or discount during the sale window.
Valley railroad extension plans spark regional interest
A historic discussion highlights the proposed extension through the lower Ohio valley and linking with the Illinois Central St Louis line. The plan promises westward access and Great Lakes connections, with Beveridge emphasizing wealth’s responsibilities and civic duty.
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Ohio Valley
Nashville
Linois Central
St. Louis
Great Lakes
Indiana School Needs Highlighted At Teachers Meet
In Indianapolis on December 39 the State Teachers Association forenoon session focused on public school needs in Indiana. The gathering, featuring remarks by Dr Ernest H Linder of Bloomington, explored library support for Putnam County schools and broader educational demands.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
State Teachers” Association
Ernest H. Linder
Bloomington
For Rent Acres Barbert The Real Estate Denier
A compact note lists acres for rent in Barbert with minimal details. The brief item labels the subject as a real estate denier.
Illinois Central Extends Short Line Chicago to Nashville
Illinois Central management seeks to complete extensions south of the Ohio River to establish a new rapid through line from Chicago to Nashville. The plan envisions a direct route improving service and connections for the railroad chain.
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Iliners Central
Chicago
Ilinois Central
Ohio River
Nashville
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Tom Haslam
George Sparks
Ed Reese
Seudmet Inune Dn GF
Sen Cane
John B. Lennon
Federation
Minnesota Educators
Jackson
C. G. Murfin
Minneapolis
League Island Navy Yard
Anna Williams
Murfin
Texas
Santiago Harbor
Gardner
Boston
Boston Stor
Lod
Avis
United States
Albert J. Beveridge
Eitven
Washington Star
Aranged
Philadelphia
Kelly
Mr. Rooney
Portland Business College
Regon Armstrong
Ll.b
Princifa
Noes
Cherie
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