Baggage Checks Evolve From Brass to Paper Says Railways
The New York Sun notes baggage handling modernized to 100 percent efficiency with Univan station in Washington moving 1.6 million pieces yearly and just one lost, a suitcase. It details brass checks replaced by paper ones in 1900 and cites 1915 baggage volume above 1,000,900 pieces with 99 percent reaching owners promptly. blame for the rest lay on travelers.
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New York Sun
Univan
Washington
Peace Congress
Henry Ford
Bil Sulzer
Varsity Girls Learn Use of Plane and Saw
Twelve women at the University of Town are taking manual training this year and manufa cturing furniture is planned. Directors note their dexterity with planes and saws matches that of many men. Each student has her own tools and workspace. the course includes tool care and sharpening.
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University of Town
Norma Haller
Estherville
Smaler
Ruth Gray
Eldora
Red Lips and Health Boost Blood Vitality
Anemia shows first in lips gums and eye lid membranes. Thin blood weakens healing and disease resistance. Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People claimed to enrich blood and nerves, with sun, food, air aiding health. Free books Building Up the Blood and What to Eat and How to Eat offer guidance.
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Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
Dr. Williams
Von Kluck Placed on Retired List at 70
Berlin reports Field Marshal von Kluck, commander of the German army’s right wing in 1914, has retired at his own request. Wounded in March 1915 while inspecting positions, he has not returned to the front since. His long career included service in 1866 and 1870 wars.
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Berlin
London
Alexander H. Br, von Kluck
Paris
von Kluck
Austria
William
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