Christmas in Little Russia Brings Turbulent Yard Duties
In Little Russia a Christmas shift centers on Shockley and Chris as they manage a busy yard. The pair confronts blockages and a heavy December workload, with tensions over protection and a pivotal night when 23 siding is wrecked by a fast, chaotic freight move led by the switch engine.
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Rail Yard Narrow Escape and a Diplomatic Farewell
Chris narrowly escapes a fatal injury when trapped by a switching frog as a yard accident unfolds. Shockley intervenes, slitting the Russian’s shoe to free him, and the incident ends with Joseph Callahan delivering a diplomatic audience note from Vienna two minutes later and a jeweled photograph gift anticipated for Storer’s Paris departure.
Kentucky feudist Davis Combes Disappears on Bail
Davis Y. Combes of Hazard Kentucky has vanished and forfeited his bail. He was to stand trial for attempted assassination of Buck Cottongame, who testified against ex Judge Hargis Sheriff Callahan and Ed Branch in the Jackson murder case. Combes reportedly used an assumed name to lure Cottongame.
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Emperor Francis Receives Storer on Exit from U S Post
In Vienna on April 18 Emperor Francis Joseph welcomed Francis Storer the former United States ambassador and expressed regret at his departure from the post. The brief audience reflected cordial ties between Austria and the United States as Storer prepares to leave his duties.
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Baseball Blows In Openers Across Major Leagues
The 1906 season starts with league clubs opening in Philadelphia Brooklyn St Louis Cincinnati Chicago on April 13 as the National League features early games.
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Base ball season opens in four cities with 44000 viewers
The opening day drew about 44 000 fans across four sites. Scores included New York 3 over Philadelphia 2, Brooklyn 2 over Kosten 0, St Louis 2 Pittsburg 1 in thirteen innings, and Cincinnati 7 over Chicago 2. The American League begins tomorrow with eastern versus western matchups.
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Going to Have a Fine Home in Gram Rapids
Edward Lowe, a millionaire lumber man, let the contract for his new home on April 18. The residence will cost about 100,000 dollars and be one of the finest in the state. It features old English construction style with paving brick and stone trim.
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Arbor Day Proclaimed in Michigan by Governor Warner
Lansing April 13 Governor Warner designates Arbor Day in Michigan for Friday April 27. The annual proclamation calls for tree planting and pageantry statewide with civic participation encouraged.
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