Interstate Commerce to Rule on Rail Rate Increase East of Mississippi
The Interstate Commerce Commission faces a major decision on whether railroad freight rates in the eastern territory north of the Ohio and Potomac rivers should rise five percent. Proponents argue the increase would boost annual railroad revenue by about 40 million dollars while affecting 40 million people. The outcome hinges on whether conditions now justify the higher charges, a question the commission has addressed before and which ties into broader shifts toward government oversight of corporations.
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George Clinton
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mississippi River
Ohio and
Potomac River
Samuel Rea
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Interstate’ Commerce Commission
Chicago
Taft
Department of Justice
Forthming
United States
Congress
Alaska Railroad Bill Aims at Open Interior and Monopolies
The Alaska railroad measure, a Cham berlain Wick erem joint plan, authorizes the president to build about 30 miles of rail in the northwestern territory and to operate or lease it. It opens interior Alaska to Pacific trade, extends Interstate Commerce Commission power, and seeks to curb a water transport monopoly while prohibiting land hoarding. Labor union exemptions in the sundry civil bill limit DOJ prosecutions against unions.
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Alaska
Kausa
Senate
Interior of
Pacific Ocean
Interstate Commerce Commission
Alaskas
Congress
Taft
Department of Justice
Isbor
Department
American ‘Federation of Labor
Clayton
Alabama
House Committee On Judiciary
House
Judiciary Committee
Bacon
Georgia
Bartlett
Friends
Cumrains
Iowa
Graduation Frocks Offer Simple Charm In Varied Materials
Styles favor girlish simplicity with many material choices from fine cotton marquisette and voile to net and chiffon. For robustness, linen blends and batiste fare best. cotton crapes and embroideries grow popular, launder easily and suit busy summer wardrobes.
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Batiste
Safe ideas in millinery rise with marine hats and quills
The Dry Goods Economist notes hats are in strong favor with marine styles returning. Maline drapes over hemp, brim extensions, ruffies, and large wired bows appear popular. Chantilly lace hats with wire foundations look tailored. Quills remain in demand in combinations with flowers, ribbons, or feathers. White hemps with quills and wheat ribbons stand out, while black quills with white paradise sprays also attract attention.
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Anys
Chantilly
Flounced skirts on new tule models in shops
Flounced skirts dominate the latest tule models with ungar mented flounces that do not alter the slender silhouette. A charming blue and white striped dimity frock features three flou ncers.
Dainty Nightdress Case In Pink Satin With Embroidered Floral Design
A decorative nightdress case crafted in pale pink satin with white silk lining and silk cord ties. The front features white dog roses and foliage in white embroidery on pink, with transfer patterns available. The case opens midway and folds shut by ribbon strings, with color options to match textiles of the quilt or wallpaper.
Separate white collars enhance coat fashion in new renaissance
The article discusses white collars worn with coats as a confident accessory. Collars come in square or rounded cuts and often feature long ruffles or plaiting, with some resembling a modified fichu. They protect the waist and suit collarless blouses, easing the coat’s hard line.
Sleeve Drapery in Evening Gowns Creates Flowing Color Lines
A description of sleeve drapery as a graceful fashion for evening gowns. It notes flowing color from the bodice along the arms, with materials like metallic laces, tulle, faille or chiffon. Drapery may be caught under buckles or cabochons at the shoulders, then falls over the arms and often forms a long train.
Joseph Reveals Himself and Offers Forgiveness in Egypt
The lesson portrays Joseph’s dramatic reunion with his brothers in Egypt, highlighting mercy and saving love. It emphasizes God’s orchestration of events, Joseph’s grace toward his kin, and the reconciliation that follows, framing it as a divine deliverance and fulfillment of prophecy.
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Pinraoh
Congress
Joseph
Egypt
Judah
Jésus
Israel
Jesus
God
Pharaoh
Jacob
Christ
The Lure of the West and Western Migration
The West calls to young Canadians as tens of thousands head west yearly seeking prairies, mountains, and the Pacific coast. Large inbound migration from the British Isles and Continental Europe fuels growth, with Eastern Canada also contributing. The west promises land, trade, and colleges as new towns emerge with trees and gardens.
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West
Prairia
Mountain
Pacific Coast
Ontario
West Front
Lakes
Vancouver Island
Europe
United States
British Isles
Canada
Prairie Provinces
British Columbia
Alon
Pacific
Plalna
Mont
Conversation Sparks on Success and Doubting Minds
A dinner discussion about success prompts reflections on doubting, cautious men. Lawson recalls a boyhood friend Grimes, a fosterer with Hamlet like skepticism, who endures a moment of embarrassment over a dirty waistcoat as the room ponders action.
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Thomas
Lawson
Grimes
Hamlet
Ready Thrift
Kirby Stone notes tight finances and plans to economize. Mrs Stone remarks on the strain as Shela prepares to marry next week.
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Kirby Stone
Buslie
Memory improves after quitting coffee says Kansas woman
A Kansas woman writes that stopping coffee and trying Postum improved her health. She notes calmer heartbeats, steadier nerves, and better memory after several years of coffee-related trouble. She praises Postum and its two forms Regular and Instant.
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Kansas
Postum Go
Daities Creek
Mich
Wellville
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Interstate Commerce—Commission
Mississippi
Ohio and Potomac
Uncle Sam
Wilson
Interior
Lane
Pittman
Senate Committee On Territories
Sellers
Moody Bible
Western Canada
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