Rail unions unite for increased pay amid possible strike
Four principal railroad unions pressed Director General Hines to act on wage raises proposed by Congress. They urged immediate wage relief funded by congressional appropriation, with subsequent freight rate increases, and called for reducing operating costs. They warned a nationwide strike could paralyze transportation if demands are unmet, uniting 2,000,000 workers behind the push.
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Washington
Hines
Preaklant Wilson
Congress
Wilebog
Laybor
United States
United Action
Adarston
Aimour
Trale
Labor Better Off Now Than at Any Time in Past
A 19th century style report notes witnesses stating labor is financially better off now than in the past. The testimony covers cost of living, government bonds, and the role of government spending on workers during wartime.
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Warhington
Ang
Murth
Winslow
Br. Wiitetow
Meyer
Morrlaou
Arenna
Mira Mortison
Vale of Liberty
German Potash May Be Imported Under New Ruling
Washington august 6 a new ruling by the war trade board permits import of German potash into the United States. The commodity previously forbidden under wartime material restrictions may enter under the lifted prohibition. The American potash industry sought protection for years while manufacturers urged cheaper imports to reduce costs. Congress now considers a higher tariff on potash than current levels.
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Washington
United States
War Trade Board
Germany
Bina Kubjeel
Iupeian
Betain Congress
Omaha street car fare set at seven cents
Lincoln Neb Aug 6 the Nebraska railway commission ordered the Omaha and Council Bluffs street railway to charge seven cents for single fares and twenty five cents for four tickets in Omaha as an emergency rate pending a fare settlement. The rule does not apply to fares in Council Bluffs.
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Lincoln
Nebr
Nebraska Railway Commission
Omaha and Council Blutty Btreat Railway Company
Permigrips
Omaha
Thy Resentenion
Council Blutts
Heal Skin Diseases with Zemo Remedy
Zemo is sold at drug stores for 5 2 for a small bottle and 1 00 for a large bottle. It relieves itching and soothes the skin, claiming fast healing for eczema blotches ringworm rashes and similar troubles. The advertisement touts Zemo as penetrating and non greasy and affordable, urging readers to buy today from The BW Rest Co. Cleveland, C.
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Rest Co
Cleveland
Government Auctions Public Leather Goods Sale
Chicago government runs a public auction selling approximately 2 million dollars worth of surplus leather goods acquired during wartime. Prices exceeded government costs, with the sale featuring numerous lots and varied items including finished leather and related products.
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Chicago
Hil
Konebildeca
Andy
Senate Antipagt Policy Debate Looms In Washington
Fragmentary copy reports Atti G stating the Senate opposition to a treaty restraining war threats. It notes letters to Sen. Bornh urging restraint and mentions correspondence with Mirae, with efforts to influence policy via advisers. New York American hints at a court injunction affecting a training event.
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Washengton
Senate
Rail plan debated before Interstate Commerce Committee
Wastington lawyer W. J. Phimah urged public ownership with private operation of railroads before the Senate Primary, arguing the tripartite plan blocks coercive profits. He warned rising costs and falling living standards threaten railway workers and economic stability as he cited investments of billions and wages tied to investor returns.
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Wastington
Bgien
J. Phimah
Chicago
Fvat
Railroal Bratierbooil’sy
Senate
Hist Perimary
House
Interstate Comerce Committee
Plimb
Laboralan
Tobacco Habit Dangers Warns Readers At Hopkins Hospital
An alarming public health notice from Dr Cornyn of Hopkins Hospital warns nicotine poison risks and urges quitting tobacco in any form. The article details symptoms and advises seeking treatment while mentioning Nicotal tablets as a purported aid.
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Johns
Cornyn
Hopkina Hospital
Nicola Inidotay
Suniahes
Dorugglote
Lecter
Connor Sno
Packers May Face Jail Over Government Probes
Federal inquiries into meat packers including Armour Swift and Cudahy reveal alleged violations of antitrust and price controls. Attorney General Palmer signals enforcement of wartime statutes while President Wilson’s administration weighs further actions as prosecutions rise.
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Valier
Enmipalen
Pola
Valmer Sas
United States
Kittarnesa
Toulhearts
Wbel
John
Wilson
War era price controls loom in postwar policy debate
Postwar planning stalled by lawmakers absence as White House weighs new measures. Officials expect broad legislation on food and clothing pricing, profiteering, and penalties tied to the Lever Act. Attorney General Palmer signals use of wartime powers to curb hoarding and price spikes. A separate Presbyterian board report warns intervention in Mexico risks Christian missions and Mexican autonomy.
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Hell
House
Washington
Congress
Palier
Reament
Palmer
Lsid
United States
Mexico
Board of Foreign Missions
Presbyterian Church
Ronmittes
Latin America
Inman
New York
Famplea
Vera Cruz
Muman Clair
Naval Band Concert Appreciation Note From Ogden
A morning letter to O. Stilwell from Ogden expresses thanks to the naval band for their performance in Ball Jake. It commends the band’s conduct during recent reception and notes gratitude for courtesy shown in meetings with city officials and the Ogden community.
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O. d. Stilwell
Ball Jake
Geception
jCnedoans
Kfation
Keith
Take City
Ws Beerding
Bmnorinny Hallatah
Catarrh Cure Advertisement From The Era
An old advertisement touts Hale's Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy for catarrh and related throat and blood disorders. It claims internal doses and a long list of benefits, exaggerating efficacy and urging readers to try the product. The copy name-drops a drugmaker and Toledo supplier, positioning the remedy as a trusted, long-standing patent medicine.
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Toulea
Tree
F. I, Cheney
Toledo
Hrogelate
Consis Atebs
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der Weener
American Irapie
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Bt Loats
Cleveland Americ
Jorge Sintphea
Buckhecht Army
Ogden
JL. Clark & Sons CO
Buckingham & Hecht
San Francisco
Glen H. Plumb
Webster's Will
Bevre
Anheuser-Busch
St. Louis
Bevo
Derivatce
Beeoer
Te UN Yatorems Beverage
Hemenway & Moser Company
Gah
USA
Agency Royal and Corona
Ogden Typewriter House
Ghapin
Hudson
Phare
Aumust Fi
Stihwell
Csiten Publicis
Ogden Ural
de Torate
Comalah Cron
CHL
Ogden; Packing & Provision Co
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