Railways and Panama Monopolies Clash Over Rates
Washington letter discusses the threat to railroad and steamship monopolies and the push for free competition on Panama Route. It cites proposals to charge only net carriage costs plus a sinking fund, with rates for freight and passengers potentially falling sharply under government ownership and open-water competition, while lobbying seeks to shield interests. The piece previews Senate hearings on interstate railway legislation and names committee members and current lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transcontinental Railway
Panamia Railway Company
Pacific Mail Steamship Company 1
Panama Steamship Company
Aans Ship of
United States
Aeroad
Isthmus
Washington
Panama Railway
San Francisco
Panama
Senate Committee On Inter—State Commerce
Elkins
West Virginia
Cullom
al- Sheh
Kean
Dolliver
Paraker
Clapp
Millard
Tillman
McLanain
Carmack
Foster
Louisiana
Newlands
Senate
Aldrich
Europe
Nebraska
Howe
South Coreland
Alhough
Beeore
Electric Bitters End Run Down Systems Remedy
Disturbances of strikers are not near ly as grave as an individual disorder of the system. Overwork, loss of sleep, nervous tension will be follow ed by utter collapse, unless a relia ble remedy is immediately employ ed. There's nothing go efficient to cure disorders of the Liver of Kid neys as Electric Bitters. It's a won derful tonic, and effective nervine and the greatest all around medicine for run down systems. It dispels Nervousness, Rheumatism and Neu ralgia and expels Malaria germs, Only See, and satisfaction guaran ty M. B. Blackburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. B. Blackburn
After A Girl Learns Elocution She Recites Easily
A fragment notes that after one or two elocution lessons a girl may break into recitations at the slightest provocation, illustrating early confidence in public speaking skills.
Pneumonia Deaths In Chicago Tied To Colds Say Cure Found
A newspaper item argues that pneumonia deaths in Chicago, far exceeding theater fire fatalities, could have been prevented by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It cites a testimonial from W D Wilcox of Logan NY and notes local sale by J M Moretz. The piece ends with a light moral about living today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chamberlain
Laura
W. D. Wilcox
Logan, N.Y
J. M. Moretz
New Discovery Saves Child From Severe Cough
Mrs W. Watkins of Pleasant City Ohio credits Dr King s New Discovery for curing her child after a severe cough and consumption like illness. She says the medicine saved him and keeps him well. The remedy is advertised as the only sure cure for coughs colds and all lung diseases with trial bottles free.
Devotion Wins a Woman Diplomacy Retains Her Affections
A humorous, era-tinged note reports a courtship outcome where devotion wins the affection of a woman as suitors vie through social tact and steady charm. The piece highlights favored match options and the lasting influence of considerate behavior in romantic choices.
One Minute Cough Cure Ad Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement promotes One Minute Cough Cure as a harmless relief for coughs croup and whooping cough. It claims to act on the mucous membranes in the throat and lungs, heals and soothes, and lists M. B. Blackburn as the seller at storefronts numbered 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. B. Blackburn
Monument Dedication at Appomattox Highlights NC Valor
A Lynchburg dispatch reports the unveiling of a monument at Appomattox marking the last volley fired by Cox s brigade of North Carolina on the battle day forty years ago. North Carolina and Virginia veterans mingle as speeches praise patriotism and unity. Federal observers include General BE Whitaker and Major George H Armes. The event recalls the Bethel and Appomattox legacies and North Carolina s large Confederate casualty and manpower contributions.
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Appomattox
Lynchburg
St. Louis Republic
Virginia
North Carolina
Cox
BE. W. Whitaker
Washington
Custer
George H. Armes
Raleigh
Bethel
Henry L. Weatt
Carolina
Gettysburg
Chicamauga
Destructive Fires and Home Remedies Advertised
An old newspaper fragment markets DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles, cuts, and burns with testimonials from J. L. Tucker of Harmonizer Centre Alabama. It also contains quips about home conduct and a promotion for Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets, with J. M. Moretz selling remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWite
J. L. Tucker
The
Harmonizer
Centre
Ala
DeWit
M. B. Blackburn
Governor Glenn Welcomes Gift at Appomattox
At Appomattox Governor Glenn was presented a gun by a man described as black who had owned the weapon for years. He moved through the crowd seeking the Governor of North Carolina, claiming only he knows the motive behind the gesture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Glenn
Appomattox
North Carolina
Impaired Appetite Relief Promised by Stomach Tablets
An advertisement claims loss of appetite stems from faulty digestion and promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. It asserts the remedy will invigorate the stomach strengthen digestion restore appetite and include gentle laxative effects. Sold by J. M. Moretz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Moretz
Residents of Air Castles Breeze Through Quiet Dwellings
In a town noted for its airy estates called air castles, inhabitants report minimal drafts and steady comfort inside their unique homes. Builders emphasize tight seals and passive design that keep interiors calm despite outside winds.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Cures Leg Sore in Five Days
LaGrange Georgia resident P. A. Danforth reports a six month frightful running leg sore cured in five days by Bucklen's Arnica Salve. Advertises the salve as best for ulcers wounds and piles with a guaranteed cure at 25 cents, sold by M B Blackburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. A. Danforth
LaGrange
Bucklen
M. B. Black
Men See Religion as Moth Balls for Next Life
A provocative line suggests many men treat religion as a preservative for the afterlife rather than a current guide. The statement frames religion as a stale, protective layer rather than active faith.
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Calestonia
L. D.lowe
Banner Elk
N.C
Watauga
Mitchell
Todd & Ballou, Attorneys AT Law
Jefferson
F. A. Linney
Attorney AT Law
Boone
N. C
Chix
Edmund Jones
Lenoir, N. C
J. C. Fletcher
Boone, N. C
E. F. Lovill
Boone, M. C
E. $. Guffey
R. D. Jennings
Resideny Denting
Banner Elk, M
Blackburn House
Cali
H. Bower
Lenoir, N
Caldwell
Ashe
J. M. Hogshead
Banner's Elkn
Tenn
Ashington
Congress
U.S
State Department
Lois Genere
Supreme Court
Friends of the Alche
So Ena
Parrenna
Kas
Babson
Eurhad
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