General Strike News Reveals Rail Traffic Turmoil and Guarded Mail
Reports describe west to east mail deliveries delayed by a general strike with trains guarded by U S troops. Dispatches note incoming workers replacing strikers, guarded rail lines from Sacramento to Ogden, and uncertain travel as officials promise resumed service in days. Local incidents include a Basque shepherder’s arrest and scarce produce distributions.
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San Francisco
Reno
Carson
Virginia
U. S
East
Sacramento
Ogden
Akers
Debs
Truckee
Discontent and Remedies in American Labor Reform
A historical essay argues for restricting immigration and strengthening labor organizations as remedies to discontent. It notes the American standard of living among workers, warns against cheap foreign labor, and praises guild-like unions as beneficial to workers, employers, and the public.
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Edward Bellamy
Thorold Rogers
Oxford
Hurrah for the A R U and civic duties in Winnemucca
A county pamphlet style piece lauds the A R U with calls to oppose plutocracy and defend liberty. Includes personal notices from Winnemucca dated July 16 1594 and local business updates on stage line sales to Alex Wise, mail service changes, and resident notices. Also ads for syrup of figs laxative and clothing sales.
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Winnemucca
W. F. Pearce
Alex. Wise
Kennedy
Wise
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup promoted for teething relief
An 1893 advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a long trusted teething remedy for children. It claims immediate relief from teething pain and broader benefits including diarrhea relief and stomach regulation. The price is twenty five cents per bottle and it is sold worldwide. Also promotes Home Sweet Home a new Atlanta family story paper offering a May issue sample and a six month subscription for ten cents.
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Winslow
Home Sweet Hoe
Box
Atlanta
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsements
One hundred dollars reward for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo advertise internal use and blood action. West Truax and Walding Kinnan Marvin, druggists in Toledo endorse the product and cite long acquaintance with Cheney. Price per bottle and testimonials promised.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West & Truax
O Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Economy and Strength
The advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a potent remedy made from vegetables kept fully effective in preparation. It claims economy and strength with a price of one dollar for 100 dose units, and warns against inferior tonics like Toa ds or HOON's Pints that purge or gripe.
Milwaukee Beer Depot Ad Highlights Schlitz Beer
Milwaukee retailer advertises selling Schlitz Brewing Co beer by retail and wholesale. Bottle beer is a specialty with carloads kept on hand. Orders filled and beer delivered immediately.
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Schlitz Brewing Co
Meals at All Hours Finest of Meats and Fish
Local eatery advertises around the clock meals featuring prime cuts and fresh fish. The shop promotes quick service and hearty portions for early risers and night owls alike.
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General Strike News
Anderson
Will
Ayer
Reval
J.hln. W. Oe
THE
A. i
Wm. Steask
A. RB. U
Cleveland
Beck and Call
John Vance
McDermit
W. T. Jenkins
Battle Mountain
F. ©. Robins
Rocklin
California
California Fig Syrup Co
Third Street
Joan Hosters
J. Roveon
Ad-Tf. E, Retnarr & Co
E, Retnarr & Co
Elaine Oil
I. Rersnarr & Co
Eagle Drug Store
New
W. A. Brown
Lessee
San Fran
Cisco
A. D. Wilcox
Paradise
Kentucky
Milwaukee Beer Depot
John Diehl
Nevada
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