Australia proves government railways work without hysteria
An interview report summarizes a Victorian delegation’s discussion on state ownership of railways in Australia. The ministers defend public ownership as cheaper, more development focused, and less prone to corruption, citing efficient labor use, a three-person railway commission, and low construction costs as proof of success and sustainable profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sint
United Kingdom
Department of State
Helms
Weyternig
Glewet
Vietoria
Stats Ownership
Justin Heation
Cleveland Boy Sick News Note
Cleveland boy Richard Polker, infant son of former President Cleveland, is reported seriously ill. The article blends medical advertisements and letters praising Chamberlains Pain Balm and DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as remedies for rheumatic pain, dyspepsia, constipation, and stomach ailments.
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Princeton
N. J
Richard Polker
Cleveland
Chamberlain
Fullowine
J. G Hugiey
Hueneme
Ty Femliy
Sirs Blff
Ruddell
DeWitt’ Sditie
Hetty Green's Daughter Sylvia Seeks Quiet Society Path
New York December 7 Mrs Hetty Green, the nation’s richest woman, discusses raising her daughter Sylvia amid wealth. She will not push a society debut, stressing that true worth lies in character and integrity. Sylvia, educated at private schools, prefers a quiet life, fears public scrutiny, and values home and modestty over display.
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New York
Hetty Green
America
Green
Hever
Sylvia
Yeeard
Husiand
FCA
América
Russia
Ter Firth
Fifth Avenue
Bellows
Sode
Mike
Orie
A P A Fights McKenna Protest Letter to Senators
The Washington based African Protective Association issues a special address denouncing Attorney General McKenna’s elevation to the Supreme Court bench. It accuses government departments of Romanization and favoring Humanists, urges members to oppose civil service expansion and to write to senators and representatives against funding during the current session.
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Washington
Dec
Ecnes
Palmer
African Protective Association
Bgain
McKenna
Supreme Court Bench
Congress
Collar Cuts His Throat In Street Car Fall
St Louis reports Wade of Wade & Brother, a contractor, slashed by a choker collar while disembarking an Olive Street car. He slipped on the step, scraped his throat, and sought treatment from Dr. Newcomb after bleeding began.
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St. Louis
Stmuirach Wade
Wade & Brothery
Pyramid Pile Cure Promoted as Safe Piles Remedy
Advert says Pyramid Pile Cure is the best known safe pile remedy and the only positive cure besides surgery. It claims extensive physician endorsement, nationwide testimonials, and urges readers to order from Pyramid Co. in Marshall Michigan.
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Pyramid Co
Marshall Mich
Albion, Mick
United States
Eider Wun Tennison
Mike
Parmanent
Miles
Wil
Bankon
Dr. Miles Medical CO
Bikhart
Ind. Nh
Harsh Criticism of President’s Message Widens Split
Democratic senators voice cautious and varied reaction to the president’s message on currency reform and gold redemption. Critics including Roach White Allison and Teller warn that immediate action is unlikely or impossible, while Hanna Chandler Pettigrew and Cox stress concerns about greenback retirement and potential currency contraction.
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Washington
Roach
White
California
Finance Committee
Jacuwelle
Gage
Allison
Cuba
Haje
Chandler
Hanna
Heaaker Smith
Demj—White
Republican Party
Teller
Indee
Pettigrew
Reform on Currency Law Proposals Mentioned in Debates
The passage discusses the idea of redeeming silver for gold and the government notes, arguing that every paper dollar could be backed by treasury reserves. It criticizes certain recommendations as being too risky for banks to operate under such a law.
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Walker
Rep
Mass
Chalkrmar
Committee On Banking and Currency
Treasury
New York
Hland
Cox
Dem
Tenn
Eerie
United States
Organ Vote Splits Fairview Baptist Church Over Worship Aid
In Shelbyville Lind in December the Fairview Baptist Church debated buying an organ. Deacon Descon Knos Cubbie opposed, preferring a whisky shop’s clatter to disturb his faith. After a narrow second vote, the organ succeeded but Deacon Colbie withdrew. His sister reportedly died days later, requesting the choir sing Neare My God To Thee with organ at her funeral, prompting a tense scene as Fenex walked out during the service. The funeral proceeded at a nearby country church.
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Shelbyvile
Lind
Fairview Baptist Church
Porthernn
Descon Knos Cubbie
Slater
James Hughes
Fenex
Senators Move to Enforce Dry Rules in Senate Wing
Washington December 7 the senate committee on rules instructed the sergeant at arms to enforce prohibition of liquor sales in the senate wing There was no liquor on sale or in the senate restaurant during the period noted by officials
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Washington
Senate Committee On Rules
Senate
Justices Court Fees Prompt Reader to Reassess
W. H. Wakefield argues that justice court fees are too low to cover office costs and travel, urging reconsideration of fee schedules. He notes country justices handle few cases but incur expenses, while constables gain more per case, and questions shifting to city courts or salary models.
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Justlee
W. H.T. Wakefield
Waldron Regulators Detain Local Man In Ice Water
Regulators at Waldron Drive in the Village of Kankakee seized Charles Knox and another resident at a house after warnings of unwanted conduct. Knox was carried toward an ice race and reportedly forced to endure a cold water ordeal before authorities released him as the village moved to remove troublesome residents.
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Waldron Drive
Charres
Knox
Kankakee
Charies
Wa Ward
The Coming Woman and Treatments for Nervous Ills
Fragmented ad style piece touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for women nervous disorders and health woes. Claims benefit for headaches sleeplessness fainting and digestive issues. Includes testimonials from physicians and local druggists and hints at other tonics and groceries.
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Écomma
Bwitt & Holliday
G. A. van Dall
Deugerat
Butler, Mo
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