Railways face ultimatum on eight hour day dispute
Washington August 18 railway leaders pressed President to appoint a commission to study feasibility of an eight hour workday amid possible strike. Officials urged no recommendations, awaiting report, as talks with unions and management continued without a decision.
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Washington
Presiaekt Waleon Whyix
Thor
Ross
Srisl
Ebero
Coecamian
Tnt
Aternate Saumerce
Aither
Ander
Wea
Buturs Corse
Suds
Tha Faisreaz Oitieials
Steetang
Andy Yeng
Ik Ball
Posulida
Vhs
Boxin
Princeton Opens Fall Term Amid Health Precautions
The Princeton University fall term is delayed and classes start later due to outbreaks of illness. President Hibben and Provost Longhurst announced the postponement of opening sessions from September 28 to October 10 to curb spread until cooler weather reduces cases.
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Guy
Jota
Hibben
Princeton
Escape of a Red-Headed Man From a Freight Train
Officers Black and Witty pursue a red headed man aboard a fog freight train bound for Donkire. Marie intrigues loom as a cult of clothes and a desperate chase unfold. A failed attempt to reach him ends with the assailant slipping away.
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Oficers
Black and Witty
Donkire
Che Mai
Marie
Ameer
Funeral access restricted by health secretary order
In Austin this afternoon at 2 o clock, immediate family and close relatives were allowed inside the residence on Phillips Street for the funeral of a boy. Meera Winty and Sundall were barred from attending by an order attributed to the Secretary of the Central Health, Boburani.
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Centrat Health
Boburani
Meera Winty
Sundall
Austin Allen
Wat Hala
Mmf
Phillips Street
Mercer County Couple In Hospital Abduction Case
A Mercer County couple and two others were involved in an incident at a hospital. Authorities say Joseph Bayder tried to abduct his wife, while a conflict at the hospital led to a tense scene before authorities intervened and separated the parties. Further details unclear due to damaged text.
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Joseph Bayder
Mercer County
Alta
Howe
Watram
Tate Hospital
Snyder
North Warren
Shild Labor Bill Before President Wilson
A fragmented report describes the Child Labor bill advancing before President Wilson. It notes House amendments, interstate commerce concerns, and the goal to regulate employment of children under fourteen in factories and workshops, with opposition from various groups.
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Shild
Wilson
Washington
Certhon
Wutroo
Yaara
Prdachisios
Oviders
Sugar outlook extends another year amid market shifts
A local report notes sugar may remain scarce for another year as price cuts and supply dynamics persist. Statements from J W Leonhart and other industry figures reference Ha waiian output and global factors shaping the market, with forecasts of continued tightness and price translation through 1920s markets.
Plague Deeply Puzzles Experts In Epidemic Study
A historical report from August 18 details health authorities across federal state and local levels debating response to a spreading plague. Officials urged uniform quarantines edge of rural areas and rapid coordination among agencies, noting case and death trends while seeking conference alignments on control measures and public guidance.
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Washington
Ikeenwear
Smdag Fotorsl
Vlate
Dunkirk Man Held on Serious Charge After Domestic Turmoil
Police report a Dunkirk man, described as a thin acting chef, picked up on a serious charge after a chaotic morning. He allegedly caused a scene involving his wife and two children and was later detained by officers. A wedding to Miss Linden is mentioned, with police unable to confirm if nuptials occurred. A companion or relative may have aided his escape efforts, while officers work to locate him and verify details at the home and with family in Ugar Grove.
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Willye
Cher Quandt
Dunkirk
Suhuiz
Kindan
Chandkery Valley
Willys
Stroski
Walla
Miss Linden
Bac
Ugar Grove
Barine
Willy Han
Aiee Willy
Aetna Explosives Plant to Restart Operations
Aetna Explosives Co. local officials report the New York head office has ordered the plant to resume full capacity. Start is expected on the second Sunday once enough workers are secured. About 280 to 300 employees are on site or will be added as fast as possible, with former staff urged to report promptly.
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Warren and
Vicinlity
Tthe Aetna Explosives Co
Conten
New York
Imalis
Postmaster General Burleson reports surplus funds to Treasury
Washington on August 19 President Wilson received notice from Postmaster General Burleson that a surplus of 5,200,000 dollars from the postal service fiscal year ending June 30 was deposited in the treasury. Secretary McAdoo called this the third time since 1836 that postal revenue surplus has been deposited under the current administration.
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Washington
Wila
Burleson
Gabetal
Veto of Army Bill Sparks Delay in Congress
Washington Aug 18 President Wilson vetoed the army bill over provisions on the revision of the articles of war. The House and Senate clashed over the measure delaying adjournment as debates extended and concerns over universal training and national Guard provisions persisted.
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Washington
Wilson
Crough
Suliia Cameron
Chadhértaly
Malia Gumattar
Senate
Congress
Tor
Brean
Piatederea
Salttrs
Anaker
Seanie Pis
Conertan Vertin
Datacon
Gasoline Report Aimed for Congress Next Week
Washington August 15 9 C Todd head of the antitrust division told the Federal Trade Commission that a gasoline report will be sent to Congress next week The Justice Department continues to review the old Standard Oil decree and possible violations while new information may not yet justify formal action The commission had planned to submit the report soon but complications and evidence review likely delay the timing beyond a week
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Congress
Washington
Chacee
Aoudienee Neusenations
Paderai Trade Commission
Caseliie
Department of Justice
Ept
Standard Oil Company
Supreme Court
Cat Severaz
Mir Todd
Wade Commission
Department of Justices
Teast
Three Farwers Institutes for Warren Goghty in 1916
In 1916 the state agriculture department plans three farmers institutes for Warren county and nearby areas. Events span January to February across Venango Forest and surrounding counties with dates including January 2 and 18 and February 2, detailing locations such as Meadville Jamestown and Warren county sites.
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Farwers Institutes
Warren
Martinburg
State Department of Agriculture
Codey
Warren County
Venango
Collenes
Miliyaa
Greetora County
Cochranton
Sanuary
Dasa
Blocksby Saardary
Lottrville
Novputer
Cuandiers Vailey
Savea
Uiaan
Akeley
J. Forest County
Tiwuetip
Nobraare
A. Mazienvole
Pahenuey
Pebrancr Wyands
Mere
Debronry
Gasoline Prices Hit Warren Motorists Hard
Newspaper notes sharp fuel cost increases for Warren drivers amid wider wartime price controls. Readers learn that fuel relief is unlikely soon as authorities discuss rationing and price floors. Local reports reference sustained higher prices, limited availability, and ongoing struggles for residents to secure gasoline.
Danger of New York car strike looms over city transit
New York faces possible transit disruption as New York Railways considers arbitration on five reinstatement disputes involving discharged carmen. Public Service Commission and representatives from the Carmen union negotiated a settlement proposal, with final terms pending from the company and union leaders.
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New York
Pray Chun
Newt York Railways Company
Bethe Alsor
Nueston
Tropical Storm Rox Texas Destroys Camps and Slows Cities
A tropical storm battered Texas causing tents to collapse at Fort Sam Houston and Brown, knocked out telephone service, and uprooted military camps. Wind velocities reached around 70 to 120 miles per hour with widespread damage to equipment, public buildings, and communications. Thousands of soldiers faced displacement while shelters and courthouse courtyards became refuges.
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Coens Curie
Wien
Uericaue
Gare
Sumac
Paneer
Camp Wilson
United States
Wiglee Ne Pure
Windee
Tainrepore
Court House
Virginia
Brownsville
Sam-Hooginn
Tom Porter
Eogeld Yriraidks
Sfe- Altes
Ter
Llano
Grande, Mercenes
Batysou
Nis
MAND TO HAND FIGHTING ALONG THE FRENCH FROST
War report from Verdun area notes village of Plewry in German hands with fierce fighting continuing along the Meuse. German assaults on the French salient were repulsed in places while heavy shelling and bombardment affected surrounding areas. A French submarine incident and other shipping movements are mentioned amid chaotic battlefield updates.
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Paris
Plewry
van Omeisig
Alice Iuis
Sausy
Verder
Scalia
Swakparang
Jonas
New Torre
First Anneal PeNt Narrows Pact In Altered Alliance
A disputed pact shifts alignment among parties amid weak public support. Observers note new loyalties forming with several groups pledging to back the coalition despite concerns about policy and leadership.
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