Treaty Ratified by Senate Amid Debate on Russia Trade
Washington December 19 The Senate in executive session ratified the trade treaty between the United States and Russia amid warnings of future friction over Manchuria. Senators praised the accord for commercial gains while noting Russia’s objections and potential disputes. No division arose on the motion to ratify.
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Will Call On Hanna In Labor Debate Tonight
Senator Will Ba asks to resolve a labor wage dispute in New York as the Waiters' Union and the Caterer clash over wages. The Civic Federation plans a reception in the Madison Square Garden room, with threats of disruption and government aid to Hanna noted.
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Hale Faces Burglary Claim in Salina Tools Case
Howard Hale, a Fontenelle state hospital employee, is jailed in Salina on accusations of purloining tools. Osawatomie sheriffs and local deputies investigated a reported miniode. Hale allegedly claimed an alibi. Initial details indicate burglary links after authorities searched his Bucyrus arrest trail and recovered stolen goods from his rock.
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Williamsburg Bridge Opens to Traffic in Brooklyn
The Williamsburg bridge, claimed as the world's largest suspension bridge, opened today linking Brooklyn to Manhattan. The structure spans 7200 feet between terminals with a main span of 1,000 feet, 115 feet wide, and about 185 feet above high water. Buck was the chief engineer for the project.
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Soldiers' Gym Heated at Leavenworth in December
Fragmentary report notes a fire and steam incident at the soldiers’ gymnasium in Leavenworth. Authorities fear a larger disruption of training and routine, with some officers evacuated to nearby facilities.
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Eun
Railroad traffic deal unites Rock Island Frisco in New Orleans plan
New Orleans dispatch reports negotiations completed for a Rock Island Frisco alliance with the Southern to gain a terminal in New Orleans. The Frisco will avoid building Memphis to Baton Rouge lines, using the Southern route via Mobile Ohio and the New Orleans and Northeastern lines. The arrangement aims to route west and south traffic to the gulf, with limited joint assets noted and few complete lines ready.
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Three Presidents to Go in Vanderbilt Plan
A report outlines a consolidation of Vanderbilt lines under one head. Presidents of sickle lines and the Big Four are said to resign, with Ledyard possibly retiring to allow union. If realized, Wy 4. Newman would head the merged Vanderbilt eastern system including Nickel Plate and other lines.
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Albany
Blichtean Central
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Chicago
Railroads Alleged Rebates to Manufacturers Under Scrutiny
Interstate Commerce Commission investigates alleged rebates by railroads to powerful manufacturers across the country under Elkins law. Railroads are said to charge through rates plus an $8 per car switching fee, with some western lines reportedly paying through-rate portions to firms for services totaling $15 a car or more. Probe compares practices to staple lines connecting plants to main lines.
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Rock Island Iron Route Seeks Freight Line to Baden Yards
Engineers for the St Louis Kansas City Colorado line began locating a branch from Elmwood park to Rock Island yards opposite Baden in northern St. Louis. The line will be freight only, mostly in St Louis county, with passenger trains using the current route via Clayton. A cut‑off to Baden yards was surveyed years ago, about five and a half miles long, but final route depends on further surveys.
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Harry King Moves Up to Kansas City Agent Post
Harry King, longtime assistant ticket agent in Leavenworth, is transferred to Kansas City to become assistant city passenger agent for the Santa Fe. He came here from Topeka less than two years ago and will be succeeded by Charles Leter. King earned wide esteem for generosity and fellowship.
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Armour & Co
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Promotion of Zack Muleau as Live Stock Agent on Major Lines
New promotion moves Zack Muleau to live stock agent duties for the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and Chicago and Eastern lines, expanding authority across extensive U.S. rail routes. Mushell named live stock agent for St. Leute and San Francisco. Five bids submitted for a $50 million Pennsylvania tunnel project from New Jersey to Long Island City.
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Successor to Elliott in Burlington System Named
In Chicago reports Daniel Willard, vice president and general manager of the Erie lines, chosen by James J. Hill as second vice president of the Burlington system to succeed Howard Elliott, now president at North Park. Walford remains acting general manager, his appointment marked as a promotion.
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Erie Lines
James J. Hill
Burlington System
Howard Eliott
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Burlingtons
Santa Fe buys Argentine circus land for switch yard
The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company purchased two acres in Argentine formerly used as winter quarters for the Lamen Bros Circus. The $1500 deal transfers two iron buildings to the Lemen farm near Dodson for reuse, and the land will be used for railway switching purposes by the Santa Fe.
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Parsons Located Katy Officials and Trainmaster Named
J L Walsh and J G Lorton appointed to Katy postings with Parsons as headquarters. Walsh becomes assistant superintendent of Cherokee Osage Tulsa divisions and Joplin branch. Lorton named trainmaster of Iola branch Neosho and Parsons divisions, Parsons listed as HQ. қала
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Interesting Letters Endorse Peruna by Catholic Institutions
Letters from Sisters of Charity across the United States praise Dr Hartman’s Peruna. A Detroit Catholic institution reports relief for laryngitis after treatment. Central Ohio Sisters recall influenza cases improved with Peruna and note its long standing use among inmates.
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Mich
B. Hartman
Columbus
Ohio
Etten
Peruna touted by Catholic sisters for catarrh relief
A letter from a prominent Mother Superior praises Peruna after two bottles improved her catarrh symptoms. The appeal notes assurances from Dr. Hartman and a $10,000 guarantee for testimonials as truthfully presented. Stock updates and Santa Fe railroad notices follow on personnel moves, a fire event, and building changes.
Contest the Will In New York Estate Dispute
The wife and daughter of late schoolmaster Alpheus B Boise return to the city and, through their attorneys, announce they will contest the will that cut them off with a $10,000 bequest. The will had been kept secret for years and involved a large estate.
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New York
Alpheus B. Boise
Electric Hitters Promise Quick Relief for Digestive Ailments
An advertisement claims Electric Hitters detoxify the stomach, regulate kidneys and bowels, and clear the blood. It asserts benefits for liver function and overall health, promising thorough effectiveness and a satisfaction guarantee with refunds if not satisfied.
Old Man Drowned in Quicksand Near West Chester Creek
New York report says William Hecker a 20 year old inmate of the Odd Fellows home at Union Port died in a muddy quicksand near West Chester creek. Feeble and fond of work he wandered on a rambles and sank as water rose and fell, his body later found with the tide receding.
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William Hecker
Odd Fellows
Union Port
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West Chester Creek
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