Railroads Face Allegations of Excessive Bonuses and Dividends
The U S Interstate Commerce Committee heard claims that 18 railroads across the nation issued large bonuses and excess dividends from 1909 to 1919. Glenn Plumb accused major lines including the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy and New York Central of exploiting public funds, enriching executives, and mismanaging property while stockholders received vast payouts. He urged a thorough investigation to curb improper gains and restore fair prices and control.
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Warrington
Unita Staibe
Oune
Glenn
Planvs
Ghiengo
Congress
Plana
Talew
Plimb
Chicago
Burifegion
Quincy
Milwaukee
Chicago Northwestern
Great Northern
Boduves
Rxcees
Jennsy Yaol
Baltimore and Ohio
New York
New Haven
Hartford
New York ‘Central and Judeon Hiver
Boston and Smalne
Delaware
Hodeon
Laaye Way
Myrtle for Jews Must Come From Phoenix District
In PHOMENIN Ark an unusual story describes a Myrtle for Jews coming from the Phoenix district. The report details a church ceremony and the gathering of residents to discuss the event.
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Phoenix
Phomenin
Ark
Ada
Tabornacim
Jintao
Myrte
Cael
Mus
Abby 8
Loewlaan
Air development clash over U S aviation department plan
A wartime air policy report cites Secretary Baker rejecting a stand alone air department. It argues aviation must remain integrated with military and civil needs while urging stronger government control to protect national security and expand commercial flight. The mission warns of declining production and warns Britain has moved toward a formal aerial policy.
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Wakeington
Dug
Concentra
Hon Athe Ale Actioa
Hin
Aligla
Menlil Agatay
Offelal
Mierp Celal American Pyration Nyicalan
Wir Cray
Hulope
Makihe
Baker
All Hon
Cron
Shami
Temong
Hinker
Army
Navy
Abeleness
Milkelon
Eno
Ochuira
Hoagland
Branco
Uawly
Aspistart
Crowell
Howard
Catlin
Cinirman
Ho Fopoter Aircraft Production Board
Kinary
Muss Unaf
FH. Dunwoody
Aaelatant
Nd Abi
Fair Serv
Tce
Jamon A. Blair
General Siatl
George H. Honalon
Wright,Mare UN Aeroplans Corporation
M. Kegan
Garda Aeroplane
Wat Water Corporation
Wradley
Manufacturers’ Aircraft Association
Alr
Reat
Rmy Amt
paYy Commandere
Marshal Fogh
Winalea Churchill
Male
United States
America
Britain
Aaa
Yahoo
Pan Land
Gen
Greatont Milliney
Buatape
Air Department
de Enddre
Nybaeton
Muathhr
Opinfon
Kovernment Alps
Ayernment
Desien
Forber Nation
Uae
Carey
Auto tourist catches spirit of Great West
Mont August text describes Montana civic leaders from eleven states debating Secretary Lane's motor highway plan to link national park attractions from Crater Lake to Glacier, stressing tourism as a driver of prosperity and urging Washington cooperation for a transwestern motor route.
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Gandiner
Mont
Max Goodall
Tetena
Montana
Montana 2
Commercial Club
Lane
National Parka
Miec
Crater Lake
Sequoia
Voneialle Parka
Chand Canyon
Mr. Stoadstilt
Kaine
Bonn
Toy Fanery
Alanta Ph
Rocky Mount
Glacier National Parka
Cercu
Tourtat
Monteis
Sherior Department
Washington
Sunrise Stock Food Formula for Milch Cattle
Sunrise Stock Food is advertised as a balanced feed for milch cows made from Cane Molasses Cotton Seed Meal and Grain. The notice invites inquiries for prices and mentions availability in carload lots. ALBERS BROS MILLING COMPANY OGDEN appears as the supplier.
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Albers Bros. Milling Company
Ogden
Apricots Soar to $100 a Ton in Southern California
Los Angeles Aug 11 One hundred dollars a ton was the price for apricots in Southern California, a price never before seen in the industry. The crop in this area will bring growers vast totals, with demand worldwide for fresh fruit stretching to high levels and production facing transport challenges.
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Los Angeles
Cal
California
Chicago Cuts Retail Food Prices In Historic Move
Chicago officials report broad price reductions across food categories following coordinated actions against profiteers. Wholesalers rushed shipments to city markets amid fears of further price falls. canned goods, sugar, and produce saw notable declines while retailers matched cuts to attract buyers.
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Chicago
Methodists Tongue Twister Notice on Intoxication
In Los Angeles on August 12 a tongue twister test is used to judge intoxication. Chief surgeon Carl Die and Dr. Tone testify as officers contend with a motorist charged with driving while intoxicated. The methodical test prompts the phrase Methodist Episcopal and gauges speech to prove intoxication.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Ciy
Carl & Die Tone
Hostal
Lan Wan
Moat Namin
Rifle Shots of Utah Are High Up
Sid Valdwell reports on a rifle match featuring Utah shooters with wind difficulties and varying results. Top teams from Loet Watera, Wintard, and Kingales compete at Donut range, while Marshall, Nadousl, and Tynan from the Marines post strong scores amid gusty conditions.
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Utah
Valdwell
Sid
Mig
Snvarday
Firsk Wyong
Wo Prams
Utah Requi
Wi. Richards
SVCD
Landrea
Teenie
Toute Tynan
Marines
Exhibition of firearms and heavy artillery on range day
The event featured an exhibition of new heavy artillery and firearms with demonstrations. The National Rifle Association and local units held a 600 yard test, noting high scores and impressive marksmen. Provo paving plans announced for 81 miles of roads joining Provo, Springville, and Spanish Fork with state funds.
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Mimwina
Mackay
Winwood
Kingelmy Ate
Segin
Utalemuity
Prava
Spanish Fork
Anas
Prove City
Tee Tye
Anis
Weathor
J. M. Boyer
Springville
Ranerate
Cleitron
Provo
Sprinaville
Wad Pring Villa
Grey to Serve In Washington As Ambassador
London reports that Vincomne Grey, former British secretary of state for foreign affairs, has agreed to represent Britain in Washington in a temporary capacity until a permanent ambassador is appointed. Two girls from Brigham are severely injured when a washing machine wringer mishap pins their hands, a three year old sustained minor injuries.
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Grey
Washington
London
Vincomne Grey
Atata For
Brigham
Delgram Cipy
Leuten
WM Sears
Eghtene? Afrely Injury Report From Fragmented Text
A fragmentary OCR shows garbled lines mentioning injuries and names like Donn Cranmpton. The readable portion hints at an incident with injuries and a lane reference, but the exact events, location, date, and full names are unclear.
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Elnsahee
Cranmpton's
84 000 Dozen Eyes Seized by United States
Government action reports seizure of 84 000 dozen eyes in a federal case. Details indicate the seizure targeted items deemed illegally brought into commerce and linked to price manipulation schemes. The filing cites a United States district court proceeding and names prosecutors and involved parties in the case.
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United States
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W. E. Collins Company
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Sunrise Stock Food
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Sullivan Drug Go
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Altormey
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