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Newspaper
The Jefferson County Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1897
Page
1
Jefferson Co. Record by Frank T. Pearce published every Friday at Diller Nebraska. Office in Room No 3 Geosk's Block. Entered at the post office for second class mailing. Terms of subscription: one year in advance, six months in advance, three months in advance. Amounts listed: $1.00, 50, 25.
A new policy in the pension bureau prioritizes original pension applications over increases for existing pensioners. The policy shifts focus to fresh claims, affecting many applicants and altering prior handling practices.
The article notes oak as a long lived tree and predicts General Grant’s distant legacy. It discusses English railroads being American, rising steel freight car use in Pittsburg with a $600,000 order, steel outrunning wood, wooden cars lasting about ten years, steel cars lasting a lifetime, each weighing 85,000 pounds with a 30 ton capacity and a $1,000 price, equipped with air brakes and new features.
Cuban matters approach a decision as the Senate Foreign Relations Committee weighs recognition policies. Administration aides anticipate possible action linking Cuban relations to the ongoing negotiations, with strong influence from Spanish officials and the current political climate.
The finance committee reported amendments affecting about 1,200 particulars. Key changes include removing hides from the free list and imposing 14 cent a pound duty, higher sugar duties, higher tobacco and beer taxes, higher tea tax to 10 cents a pound with retroactive clause rejected, and adjustments to wool and steel duties.
The Chicago Inter Ocean describes a new Burlington train noted for its canary colored cars, absence of baggage-car platforms, wide vestibules, and Forsyth patent mechanism easing door and step action. The smoking car features leather reclining seats, and the Pullman sleeping cars boast arches, wide finish, and rich upholstery. gas lighting, fresh water, and a departure from St. with a concise description of its overall luxury.
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