Freight rate bias debated at Virginia advisory hearing
At the final Virginia advisory commission hearing, critics urged abolishing or reforming freight rates, citing discrimination against Virginia industries. Leaders urged improving water routes from Hampton Roads and exploring private barge lines, while opposing federal ownership of a new line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia A
Oa Ficasport
Asce Pitagy
Neering
Commission
Virginia
Richmond-Hopell-Petersburg
Mason Mangjum
State Corporation Commission
Far South
Lower South
Hampton
South Atlantic
Hampton Roads
J. Wagner
Portsmouth
Viice
Virginia hearing urges equal freight rate relief to shippers
The Hampton Roads Exchange reports on a public commission hearing where merchants urged the State Corporation Commission to curb freight discrimination. Stakeholders call for fair southbound rates, fewer class-rate abuses, and possible reparations by carriers, noting southern and southwest Virginia disparities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton Roads
E. Tucker Harrison
Southern Stove Works
Richmond
Louisville and
Nashville
Southern Railways
Far South
Virginia
Mr. Harrison
BE. L. Williams
Larus and Brothers Company
Richmond _ tobacco manufacturers
State Corporation Commission
Ohio
Indiana
Chicago
Charlottesville
R. T. Whitlock
Wortendyke Manufacturing Company
Massachusetts
South Carolina
F. H. Hoehling
F. H. Hoeling Co., Inc
Norton
E. D. Nininger
Roanoke
W. S. Pinder
W. Hardy Taylor
Olney
H. V. C Wade
Former Service Men and Women To Be Enrolled
A Virginia census of an estimated 70 000 former service men and women will be taken between now and January 1 1930 announced at state American Legion headquarters in Richmond. Under W Ernest Acton Jr of Portsmouth the census and survey committee will begin work in several sections. Veterans in need will be aided and uns recorded cases presented to the Veterans Bureau through the legion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
American Legion
Richmond
W. Ernest Acton, Jr
Portsmouth
Jundor Department
Committee of
Veterans’ Bureau
Legion Department
General State Committee
Acton
Stanley Garner
Newport News
M. EK. Haug
Charles 8. Maurice
M. J. Paytas
Montclair Couple Staying in Winchester Hotel Jack
Mr and Mrs P B Black and Mr and Mrs G Moore of Montclair New Jersey are spending time in Winchester and are registered at Hotel Jack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. EB. Black
G. Moore
Montclair, N. J
Winchester
Hotel
Jack
Newspaper Influence and Timepiece Choices
The passage notes people resist newspaper influence due to occasional errors and may discard clocks and watches when misled by time. It reflects skepticism about media accuracy and personal timekeeping reliance.
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Wewe
Barbara and Ray face a gambling clash in a high society party
Barbara's husband Ray objects to a card game stake at Henderson's house while Lady Fielding and Major Perkins mock him. Barbara bristles at being pressed to borrow to cover the entry, and Ray resolves to pay his own debts even as tension grows. The evening deepens the strain between Barbara and Ray amid discerning glances and whispered jibes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara
Mae
Dewraoes
Arese
Barbara Nie
Ray
Henderson
Honor
Major Perkins
Lady Fielding
Wielding
Hendy
Bridge
Tere
Miss Maidstone
Vendena
Jim
Melding
Dial Press
Quote on fighting trusts and job loss risks
A historical line argues that while opposing trusts is necessary it should avoid burning bridges so vendors can concede and keep some employment. The remark cautions against excessive pressure that eliminates potential compromises.
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Advisory Commission
South Atlantic Seaboard
New Orleans
Gulf Ports
Misalesippi Valley
W. A. Cox
State Port Authority
Cox
Vate
Hampton Roads Maritime Exchange
Oxfords
Lizard
Cameron St
North Avenue
Hugh Brill
1603 Valley Pike
Peyton Street
G. Clarence Miller
American Cooperage Co
L. Jackson
Apple Storage Co
Mons
N. Braddock St
J. M. Hott
Kent St
Republic
G. L. Carter
Berryville
Victor Orthophonic Victrola
O. T. Ritter
W. Clifford St
J. Robt. Swartz
Antique Shops, Inc
N. Market St
E. Piccadilly St
Star Office
Wm. Peters
W. Hart
Lower Shenandoah Valley
J. E. Norris
Will Purchase
Frank B.crawford
Washington St
Loudoun St
N. Piccadilly St
Shade
Hotel Fairfax
N. Main St
Dunbar Corp
New Brunswick
N. J
Marvelo
Wabansia
de Soto Siz
de Soto
Chrysler
Eugene M. Garrett
Husband Paws
MAMAE
Frederick Fair
Emmert’s
THE
Betty Shoppe
Centemeri
Moling & Cather
Winchester Fruit & Veg. Market
Chesapeake Bay
Frank Miccichi
Ernest E. Ely
Walter R.talbot
Mollie Wood
Purcellville
Loudoun County
Mary V. Smith
William W. ‘Baldwin
Washington
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Union Station
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