Weahington Nov Report on Military Fortifications and War Readiness
A garbled dispatch discusses Gen. Broke and a plan to fortify coastal defenses and inland positions. Mentions ammunition, troops, and engineering work, with references to military leadership and strategic priorities amid a broader wartime context.
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Eesti
Liew
Tig Mercer
Frank Tx Stalin
Hb McHlremants
Epottier
hersie _waceliion
Simone Thermrhe
Fietartis
Orielena
Fragments Signal End of Great War Era Writings
The readable text hints at a historic claim about great nations and the lingering impact of a protracted conflict. Names and specifics are fragmentary, but the tone suggests wartime eradication or resolution themes reflected in a poetical or editorial line.
Nearest Complaint Filed With Interstate Commerce Commission
The complaint of Within Randolph Hartt of New York against the carriers for transporting anthracite coal to Maryland New York and Washington D C alleges carriers impose unreasonable rates. Notified railroads Delaware Hudson Lehigh Central New Jersey Lehigh Western and others were asked to file answers. The complaint contends pooling agreements among several lines violate the Interstate Commerce Act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce Commission
Ashington
Nin
New York
Cue Inthrachy
Mayland
Marvin
Columbia
Gall Fond
Fortannsy
Pilladelphie & Beasties
Matteo
Tebiesh Valles
Delawary
Lurkuwinner& Wertorn
Newdvenew
Lew Tork
Snagurtannit
Erie
Ontario
Wertren
Delachey @ Hudson
Amd
Baltimore & Otibo
AME Chitiers
Lehigh
New Jersey
Delaware
Laukawanna & Western
Brother of J J Ingalls Robert Morris Ingalls Dead in Massachusetts
Robert Morris Ingalls Boston business man and brother of Senator John J. Leite of Karas dies in a Massachusetts general hospital. He was born in Haverhill and worked in the shoe trade before joining the Standard Fin Recape company. He had a wife and two daughters and spent time in Kentucky, Tauteville, and Mystic Street, Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Morris Ingalls
Boston
Thorton
Mass
Robert Morris Ingalis
Standard Fin Recape Company
John J. Leite
Karas
Massachusetts
Eeneral Kowsttal
Haverhill
Firmyof
Cate
Massalupetts
Hoxton
Hissie
Mystic Street
Wunar Ned
Hit
Aeett
United States Treasury Department
Santa Fe Plans New Mexico Cutout Rail Line
A Santa Fe private car tour of southern Kansas and Pecos Valley venues outlines the proposed New Mexico cutout to link Atlantic routes with the Pacific east. Officials including E P Tipley and J W Keidrick discuss stock reactions, Atchison speculation, and financing shifts while documenting the Eastern Railway of New Mexico project with 385 miles planned. The route targets Rio Grande crossings and rail hubs in Valencia, Guadalupe, Fort Sumner, and nearby towns to spur transcontinental traffic from Galveston to the Pacific coast.
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Santa Fe
Atchis Son
St. Louis Republic
Gamelp
Atchison
Die
Albugusique
Pea
Eastern Railway of
New Sexton
Las Vegas
Judes HL. Waldo
New Mexico
Anya
Rio Grande Wa
Fort Surtiper
Texico
Senta Fe Railway
Mexico
Kansas
Bort Sumnetcort
Peene River
Galveston
Pacife
Belen
Valencia County
Henriliras
Fio Grande
Rio Grande
Santnib
la Jove Amt
Sunmér Beauchie
Ite Cranda
Valencia
Guadalupe Crantios
Harrowing Denver Pulls Train Through Mountain Peril
Denver Post reports a limited express leaving Denver bound for the mountain line faced a braking failure. Passengers feared disaster as air brakes failed after a junction stop. Crew action and back-of-train passengers helped avert catastrophe during a twenty mile run at high speed with many seeking safety at the rear.
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Denver Post
Denver
Piet
Travlig
Temeree Vase
Emineke
Fly
Train derailment near Mintorn halts journey after brakes fail
An elderly recount describes a derailment following failures in braking as the train slowed and finally stopped. Crews inspected the site, determined the coaches suffered damage, and began repairs at Mintorn while authorities attended to the incident.
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Tina
Urreck
Wietram
Mintorn
Four Men Take Control Of Rock Island Stock Deal
New York reports four men backed by preferred stock control the Rock Island system through stock terms. W H M, J E Moore, Willem Lenis, and DG Reid secure board power via certificates issued through Continental Trust Company and accepted by Charles Miers.
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New York
New Rock Island Company
Rock Island
W. HM
J. E. Moore
Willem Lenis
DG. Reid
Contesl ‘Trust Company
Charalie Miers
Belnsa
Buddhists Seek Rail Rate Status for Missionaries
At a November meeting in this city Buddhist missionary travel rights are debated. Officials weigh whether Buddhist missionaries qualify for half fare as clergy or religious workers. Some argue Buddhists are heathens, while others urge civilizational respect. The association may adjust its annual gathering and meeting venues by two thirds vote.
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Rewteas
United States
Budabiet
Mweas
Santa Fe Refuses to Yield to Beef Trust Threats
The Southern Sheet reports Santa Fe will not renew its contract with Beef Trust interests and prepares actions with Gusnn Pemen over refrigerated car service. Armour Co plans a united entity for California freight and transportation, aiming to avert a railcar monopoly and unlock terms with the Southern Pacific.
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Santa Fe
Atenas
Gusnn
Cn Theipe
Twa Pride
Fenewhee
Pwektur
Alsplate
Anehors
Title Armour Co
California
Official's Complaint on Agricultural and Business Conditions
A government official returns from the West urging improvements in agriculture and business. The report mentions rising costs, wage disputes, rail and labor tensions, and calls for fair wage increases. Officials note efforts to adjust policies and address shortages while public concerns grow about economic distress.
Golden Medical Discovery Said to Restore Flesh and Digestion
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach diseases and digestive disorders that cause weight loss and weakness. It claims the tonic rebuilds flesh by improving digestion, nutrition, and assimilation, citing a testimonial about indigestion and relief after use.
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Aman
Tdoctor Pierce
Milton Gare
Hutree
Kilmer
Kflmer
Unclear OCR text hints at union tensions and wage demands
The fragmentary passage references unions, wage demands, potential strikes, and labor movement effects. It suggests organized labor pushing for higher pay and broader industrial action, with uncertainty about strikes and concessions amid broader economic pressure.
Chicago Real Estate Buys 40 Acres Along Calumet River
A Chicago investment group acquired forty acres at South Chicago along the Calumet river, including a vacant tract at Carondelet Avenue and 106th Street and land at 108th Street and Carondelet. Title to the property was taken by James H. Moore. The firm intends future development to meet rising demand.
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Chicago, Now
Chicago
Ieland and Paciie
Han Haere
Messines
Chase
Sarah Howard
Calumet River
Inks Transportation Lines
Fort
Sant Corare
One Hundred and Sixth Street
Carondelet Avenue
One Hundred and Eighth Street
Carandeet Avenue
James HL Moore
Hares
Yustnus Sdemends
Ray Moves Up to Assistant General Storekeeper Role
The office of general storekeeper undergoes changes after the vacancy left by Joseph Oxt who left to become purchasing agent of the Colorado & Southern H. ER. Ray, former under clerk, fills Oxt's position and T B Metwhcer and Allen Lack, distribution clerks, are promoted to vacancies.
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Santa Fe
Joseph Oxt
Colorado & Southern
H. ER. Ray
Onder
Will
Mr. Oxt
T. BR. Metwhcer
Allen Lack
Jenks Resigns as Santa Fe Foreman Moves to Champaign
F. E. Jenks, longtime foreman of the east wrecking shop, resigns from Santa Fe after five years. He will relocate to Champaign Illinois to enter the plumbing business. W. A. Mitchell will assume both foreman roles in the east shops.
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Santa Fe
Champaign
F. E. Jenks
East
Rate to Topeka and Chicago rail fare notices
Rates announced for Southwestern Passenger to Chicago and Topeka meets on December 2 to 4. The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy annual meeting details and railroad staff updates follow. The piece notes passenger rates, industry figures, and upcoming events affecting rail travel and railway personnel.
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W. Bureau
Co-operative Farmers’ Convention
American Roentgen Bay Society
Chicago
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