Railway rate legislation opposed by conductors at Portland convention
At the biennial convention in Portland Oregon the Order of Railway Conductors unanimously adopted resolutions opposing legislation that would vest rate regulation in a commission. They warned it could create litigation and forced rate cuts, urged justice and equity, and argued current freight costs keep rates low compared with consumer prices across the country. They cited American railway efficiency and wage standards as key factors in low transportation costs.
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Order of Railway Conductors
Portland
Oregon
Bates
American Railways
Congress
United States
Inter-State Commission
Nervous Women and the Pinkham Remedy Excerpt
An excerpt discusses nervousness in women and its link to bodily organs, describing symptoms such as irritability, sleeplessness, and mood swings. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy, citing a testimonial from Mrs. M. Bi Shotwell of Sibab ly, Pe, claiming relief after long suffering.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
M. Bi -Shotwell
Pmathash Avenue
Sibab Lye
Ottham
Scene of Russian Massacre at Zhitomir on Toteret river
The report describes Zhitomir, 94 miles from Kiev, with about 60,000 residents of diverse faiths including Roman Catholic, Russo Greek, Lutheran, and Jews. The town thrives on woolen goods, silk, linen, salt, and agricultural trade, plus steam mills and Jewish publishing houses. The passage blends this with unrelated quotes about smoking and moralizing remarks from newspapers.
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Zhitomir
Toteret
Kieff
N._Y. Tribune
Missionary Ellen Stone Prepares Return to Foreign Fields
Miss Ellen Stone, the missionary once captured by brigands, plans to resume work abroad likely in Bulgaria or Macedonia. Both she and the American Board of Missions agree that the board will not be expected to ransom her if captured again.
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Ellen—Stone
Bulgaria
Macedonia
Miss Stone
American Board of Missions
Gave Himself Away in Woman's Disguise
Detective Captain recalls spotting the thief by a hitching skirt gesture as he sat and adjusted the garment with both hands, revealing the disguise. The Washington Star attribute notes the method led to the arrest.
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Washington Star
Fragments from Piulsburg Post on travel and Florodora notes
A fragmentary Piulsburg Post item questions European superiority and mentions reading foreign newspapers. It shifts to the troubles of Florodora girls and frenzied female financiers, hinting at sensational topics without full context.
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Piulsburg Post
The Heavy Breakfast Debate and Dutch Wine Exports
The piece argues against heavy morning meals slowing the system and notes Holland Wine export figures to England. It questions who drank the wine and how they liked it while admiring Dutch ingenuity.
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Holland
England
Wanted Quarrel Room Page Idea From Good Housekeeping
The note suggests a quarrel room to separate ill temper from daily life and impose a severe penalty on those who quarrel outside it, reflecting a novel household reform idea from Good Housekeeping.
Come back for something you forgot she says
A brief New Yorker quip notes a husband taunting his wife as she returns home. She replies softly that she has actually come back to remember something, flipping the moment with a playful memory.
Takes Her Back in Love Affair Rumor
A Chicago Record Herald item notes three married women grow excited when a girl connected to a love affair appears, reflecting social intrigue and gossip dynamics in the city.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Man credits Dean's Kidney Pills for backache relief
Eugene E. Lario of Denver recalls discussing Dean's Kidney Pills first stated in 1899 as a remedy for severe backache. He claims the pills stopped his pain completely and that he has felt no pain since. Foster-Milburn Co. advertises the product in Buffalo with a 50 cent price.
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Eugene E. Lario
Twentieth Avenue
U.on
Denver
Col
Dean
al Waypreetever ES Jong
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Free Bottle Offer for Ailing Whitdeen and Nursing Mothers
An advertisement promises a free bottle today aimed at aiding ailing Whitdeen individuals and nursing mothers. It emphasizes health relief and immediate availability without providing specifics on dosage or eligibility. The message remains fragmented and lacks verifiable details.
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Whitdeen
Reasonable Reflections and Remedies in Society Notes
A Chicago banker John Farson critiques dissipation among the rich and remarks on social customs in a Tribune piece. A June report from Cox Wisconsin highlights Dodd's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney disease and rheumatism, praising a Frank M. Russell recovery. An exchange in Modern Society jokes about a husband’s self-perception vs reality.
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John Farson
Chicago
New York Tribune
Evernas Society
Japan
Cox
Wis
Frank M. Russell
Dodd
Bright
Injunction Issued Over Dyspepsia Remedies
A stern injunction against malignant activity of dyspepsia is issued by Dr Cowell's relatives. Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a universal remedy for stomach and bowel disorders. It promises prompt relief and is sold by druggists for 60c and 1.00 with money back if it fails.
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Cowell
In a Man's Attic Askew What Brain Part Solves Problems
In a humorous note the column asks about the brain region dedicated to problem solving while a Kansas City telegram column relays a barrage of medical claims. An advertised cure Pusheck's Kuro promises quick relief for nervous disorders and general debility with free medical advice from Dr. C. Pusheck of Chicago, available by mail or at druggists for $1.00.
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William
Kansas City
C. Pusheck
Chicago
Ladies Can Wear Shoes One Size Smaller After Allen's Foot-Ease
Cure for swollen, sweating feet advertised by druggists at 25c with a trial package offered free. Address A. S. Olmsted, Le Roy, N.Y. Encourages trying the product to relieve tired feet and discomfort.
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A. S
Olmsted
le Roy
New York Central Lines Aims for Eighteen Hour NYC Chicago Run
At a New York conference of managers from the New York Central Lines, a summer schedule change seeks to cut the NYC Chicago trip to eighteen hours. The Empire State Express remains fastest, with Lake Shore and Southwestern Limited also faster, while intercity connections adjust depart times and arrivals. The move follows decades of record runs and expands service across Buffalo, Chicago, and Grand Central.
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New York Central Lines
New York
Chicago
Chiccone
New York Central
Buffalo
Grand Central Station
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