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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1900

Page

2

Live News From Industrial World on Signal Lamps Rules

Circular from the Office of General Superintendent Russell outlines regulations on signal lamps and miners grievances in Wilkes-Barre. The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western board list for today includes names such as F. E. Secor, J. Ginley, G. Hanerty, H. Wo Colvin, and C. Van Flett with multiple shifts and engine assignments.

Russell Q Wilkes-Barre Delaware and Hudson Wildcats Soutit H. Nichols F. E. Secor M.p. Malley M—G. Hanerty A. M—J. Ginley W. H. Hartholomew A. M—C. Kingsley F. Hallett James Metann Wallace A. Polhamus Ketcehum J. Rowe Wandall Mao Miller Il Metarthy J. Epis A. G. Dammitt T. Hopmen M—W. McAlister Ludlow Mf. van Mieit Mc. van Flett Colvin Art Nawman J. Duffy A. * McDonnell

Standard of Signal Lamps Circular Issued by New York Office

A January 1 circular from General Superintendent Itus Bell announces adopted lamp standards for trains. It details certification lamps markers platform lamps caboose cupola lamps and signaling configurations for rear head and side track operations. Train crews must adjust lights before switching onto main tracks and ensure green signals toward the head end and red to the rear.

Itus- Bell New York G. Russell

Wilkes-Barre Miners Seek Wage Grievance Redress

A committee of Henry Cawley Zach Luvis and John Smith Jr representing Wilkes-Barre alti wore No 0 collars met General Superintendent Rose of the Delaware and Hudson company to press grievances about excessive baggage and higher pay. Rose was absent, so no settlement occurred. They seek an increase from TF to MF cents per car.

Henry Cawley Zach Luvis John Smith, Jr Altiwore No. 0 Wilkes-Barre Rose Delaware and Hudson Company

Lost passenger conductor's pass for G Mitchell

A $0 mile book No. 1,590 in the name of G. Mitchell, listed at 429 Proachway New York City, is reported lost on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad. If presented for passage it must be taken up and returned to Superintendent Balisburr's office.

Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad G. Mitchell New York City Balisburr

Baldwin Locomotive Works Sets Record Year

The Philadelphia Press reports Baldwin Locomotive Works achieved its largest year yet with 68 locomotives completed in 1809, averaging 129 900 pounds tonnage. Over the past decade output shows fluctuating figures as steel demand and labor constraints shaped production and orders.

Baldwin Locomotive Works Saga Philadelphia Por. Im Inyo Pedeetary

Locomotives ExPORTED to Foreign Countries Cancelled Orders

The report notes that 38 locomotives had been exported to foreign countries but orders are canceled. Details on recipients or destinations are not provided.

High School Glee Club Chooses Standard Selections

The Glee Club.is strengthening and will use the Standard Selections for male voices. John Barnes will procure the books, new members were tested, and loyalty tests begin after two weeks of rehearsals. Miss Freda Kann recovered from a fainting spell and returned to classes. Frank McGowen rejoined after illness. captaincy for next year’s football team is pending. Principal Grant spoke on graduation needs. faculty met to discuss upcoming plans.

Glee Club Derman John Barnes Freda Kann Avab

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