Railroads and Traction Figures in Eastern Division Service
Modern prairie type engines equipped with a traction increaser appear set to be in service on the Eastern Grand Division. Reports describe new locomotives arriving at Fort Madison, Iowa, and detail construction plans, engine types, and the potential impact on passenger and freight operations as officials outline changes in traction and timing across the line.
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Fort Siplison
Iowa
Ania
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Detichhsen
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Browefirsie
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YeserUe Bereaiver
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Lisa
Ainisten
Apul
Meare
Buek Mayer
Adi Wilaht
Viatesianarstarn
Traction
Therahad Bk Sg
Comditianin
Eedt
Armoen Saat Sa Regulenge
Samuel Zimmerman
Jeter
Jeterlt
Nicholl
Alliges
James Daten
Jamis Selina
Bulwer
Rickness
Madison
Tigney Tioret
Anim Bart
Sima
Peter Donic
He Ately
Pite Gang
Amore
North Po
Wallineford
Jase Atuetler
Aimee
Jomen Mumpert
St. Ea
Anen Weber
Pete Tata
Roy
Mentianteat Enetner
Ritembcien Ee
Metidion
Charles Ackiew
Murfillan
Twenoon
Bat
Galt Bo
Eneoxs
Staria- Bea
Pirillo
Unclear historical rail yard operation notes at Winfield region
Fragmentary OCR text records rail yard and depot activities near Winfield Kansas with mentions of shippers, depots, and supervision. References include a depot master, traffic superintendent, and engine work while noting progress and daily material handling. Names and places are garbled, but the piece centers on railroad operations and personnel roles.
Railroad People and Labor Ties Feature in City News
A sweeping, decades-spanning account details railroad workers and unions, naming W. Reynolds and George G. Stamn among figures connected to the Devoe Resnick firm. It references gauge city matters, water supply tensions, and weekly meetings with mentions of May and April activities. The text blends personalities with industrial topics, hinting at broader labor concerns and community impact.
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Muehnidt
Jenia Gang
Bette & Anvage
Norling
Gerbericke
Devoe Resnick
Moe Ohana
George G Stanm
Gauge Ciy
Brockemith
Choma Astle
Aniesburg
Dave
L Tairadian
Jones
Gabler
Ernie Baabe
Fala
Poppet
Sophie Benerat
J P Morgan to Race Columbia at Local Track Meet
Long-absent racing chatter centers on J P Morgan set to race Columbia in a county event. Reports mention multiple workers and tradesmen, with notes on locomotive work and a crowded scene around the rail yard, reflecting a busy industrial neighborhood and upcoming public event.
Conference on Cuban reciprocity bill leads to split in Democratic ranks
Democratic House members adjourn after lengthy conference as divisions over tariff cuts and annexation proposals persist. Debates center on a 35 to 50 percent tariff reduction with exemptions for key goods, while a push for annexation gains countering support. President and party leaders watch for possible passage of the reciprocity measure amid party fractures. Also notes ship voyage to Manila area and a Missouri election result.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Hay
Hays
Underwood
Itr Hay
Yurleson
Bulkee
Nyc
Urleson
TABLE AND KITCHEN Recommends Simple Beverages and Water Balance
Conducted by Lida Ames Willis discusses diet and beverages, urging simple drinks and ample water. It contrasts caffeinated beverages with the need for regular exercise, notes indoor workers’ higher liquid need, and reviews coffee substitutes and cocoa preparations for digestion and nutrition.
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Lida Ames Willis
Mar ‘Uetts
Chicago
Afun
Ortiz
Ako
Uber
Oder
Olde Time Housekeeping Tips and Recipes From a 19th Century Page
A mixed excerpt of household guidance and recipes outlines tea prep with coffee ideas, lemon tarts, fruit salads, custards, and garnishes. It includes instructions for pastry, lemon filling, and decorative finishes, plus a note about a California rail journey offer with free chair cars and sleepers.
Nation Dunsmore Debates Prohibition in Chanute
Carrie Nation and Morgan Dunsmore faced off in Chanute Kansas on April 1 in a heated debate on prohibition. The auditorium reportedly held over a thousand, with several hundred turned away. Nation argued against prohibition while Dunsmore criticized the governing liquor laws and police fuel. The crowd was urged to stand if they believed Nation won the debate, though the audience remained evenly split.
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Chanute
Kan
Carrie Nation
Funtehet
Morgan Dunsmore
Netton
Dunemore
Nation
Will Close Mines As Strike Drags On
Pittsburg reports a grim development in the coal miners strike. The central district strikers, especially workers for Stuchester and Pittsburg Company, threaten full shutdowns and may close vessels. The Rochester and Pittsburg firm, employing about 19,900 men, presses steps toward eviction of workers. The company orders served last Thursday to vacate company houses, triggering widespread idleness and potential business disruption in Punxeutawney.
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Pittsburg
Stuchester & Pittsburg Cos
Enal Company
Rochester
Pittaburg
Thiandar
Artin
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Santa Fe
Oklahoma
Mercauelle
Agamuatha Ayman
Bts & Sauie de Retical
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BNOO
Wiezhaet
Winfield
Tee Panhandle
Aivu
Wellington
Arkansas
Tiontier Lunghurt
Peefer
Sturk
Pumeenerr
Tavine
Ciurjes Belleourt
Burlington
Lestia
Stearns
Electric Paste CO
J. P. Morgan
Columbia
Olbhena
Baiad Bettie Iermher
Ees
Mion
Rusdak
Etree
Elie Bulb
Feiniodi
Hove
Walter
Whit
Beta
Ieee Aixtures
Ham
John P. Morgan
Bob Evans
Ghent
San Francoes
Ateainer
Admiral Hobley
Ue Asiatic Station
Harris
Peont
Ateripan Geet
Kunsiers
Oanteral
Evans
ED . T. Evans
Manila
St. Joseph
Avril
Charles J. Barden
Repeheat
Singer
Los Angeles
Union Pacific
Denver
Salt Lake
San Francisco
Mormon Tabernacle
Kansas
Board of Managers
C. C. Geonam
General Federation
Middle Street
Leavenworth
Kas
Mra. Gerw
Las Bpeie
Chen
Ares
F. BR. M
California
Banta Fe
Dunsmore
C.F. Menninger
M.D
Kan‘poe
Topeka
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