The Railroad Telegrapher Volume 30, Part 1: January-June, 1913

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The Railroad Telegrapher VOL. XXX, 1913 Published at St. Louis, Mo. by The Order of Railroad Telegraphers WOODWARD & T1ERXAN PRINTING CO. ST. LOUIS Digitized by u.ooQle

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Soc. IT-Gl HUND NOV u IVH INDEX EDITORIAL PAGE All, To 2^04 Anti- -blacklisting Law Constitutional 328 Appeal. An 174. 1153. U74. lo4.s. 2008 Arbitration Award *830 Arbitration Law, A New 1°®*' Card of Thanks. Mrs. Thttrston 971 t ens tin s the Courts *98 Colorado to the Front I'4 Convention Notes 9/3 Convention. The 999. V, - Cost of Living 1647 Decision. A Peculiar 1S31 Decision, An Important **4* Kight-llour Hill. New \orks ) Eight Hours *0''- 11 2 •Express Rates Reduced *3(,/ Express Schedules ‘ l'acts. Getting Down to 9 Get Rosy 2004 Government Ownership *94/ Impeached *98 Industrial Commission, The 9 Industrial Relations Commission 11 a3 Inter oting Case, An v>'+'> invention. A Great 18.>U Kansas City Tourilament. Tlu 5 Labor’s Struggles. ... 1299, 1463, 1641. 1825. 1997 Lamb, C. L.. Dead 341 Legislation New York Law Legal 169 Not So Rad 1947 One-Cent Letter Postage 9/6 One-Cent Postage D (h ^28 Organization Pays ^2U Organization. Result of 343 Panama Canal Accidents L3 Panama Canal, The D1 Parcel Post. The H'8. 344 Pitfall. A 197 Pneumonia Prevention 326 Power, Will Ask More 1948 President Wilson 343 Prison Contract System 342 Prize Contest. 1914 2007 Prize Contest, Winner*-, in 337 Prizes 7. 33^. 1473 Prompt Action Essential 10 Railroad Accidents 9. 146u Railroad Earnings and Wages 341 Railway Sanitation 32/ Responses Insufficient 14/ a Sanitation 9/8 Spotters I'3 Statement. A 'll Sundry Appropriation Rill. 1 he Q' • Thurston. A. D-. Dead 967 EDITORIAL — Continued page Thurston, A. D., In Memory of 971 I'nion "Ruster” Units 342 Cnion Congressmen 340 l "seful Rook. A 14 72. 1650 What’s the Game? 1831 Will Disband 975 Wireless 'Telegraphers’ Strike 710 N ear PD 2. 'The 3 MISCELLANY Rachelor’s Christmas Dinner. A 2023 Rack wards 725 Rarrack-Room Ghost. The 545 Rlnck Rart. In the Days of 1002 Plunder. Happily Righted. A 42 Ruried 'Treasure 365 Call of Duty. The 543 Calliope Marsh’s Awakening 14 99 Camera’s Aid. Ry the 1169 Canal Digger's Rahoon. The 1669 Christmas Eves. Two 2026 Collected II is Half 2043 Couldn’t Have ’Em. . . .t 49 Country of Snows. The 200 Deeds of Heroism. . . 384 Delights of Repartee 360 Dick Turpins in Petticoats. Some 2042 Everyone Raided 36 Evolution of a Train Robber. The 1851 Failure. Her Rrilliant 1861 Farmers’ I’nions. One of the hirst 382 Fishbone, The 1340 Fitzgerald's Reformation 376 Flagging the Limited 740 hog I^ady, The 1009 Fortunate Mistake. A .. 205 Fulfilling "Their Promise 1507 Girl at the Key. The 995 Girl Worth a Million, A 2030 Good for Him, Anyhow 766 Heroism of Odslev. The 1493 Homecoming. A Delayed 1504 Imposture. The 1176 Inspector’s Romance. "The 363 Juryman, The Obliging 1667 Key of the Gold Room 548 Kitty's Candidate 1011 Last of the Old Guard. The 44 Lincoln. The Patriot 193 Locomotive’s Suicide. A 381 Lord Eibblestone’s Surptisc 16/4 Lure of the Factory. The 167^ McEnroe’s Unlucky Ring 1328 Man Alone. 'The 1489 Mason Homestead. The 3/3 Melting Pot, The 556 Digitized by CjOOQLe

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PAGE MISCELLANY — Continued page Memory. About 1178 Messenger Hutton’s Daughter 1333 Meteor's Honor. The 29 Mexican Yarn. A 763 Mother, His 369 Narrow Escape, A 1330 Not Year’s Irresolutions 2039 Ob, You Tiuttinsky 2033 Old Soldiers 1676 One Chance in a Million 1496 Outbursts of the Office Hoy 2044 Payment in Advance : 766 Public Stenographer, The 1006 Railroad Engineer, The 562 Robber in the Room, A. 1180 Room in Heaven 1688 Sailor’s Experiences, An Old 1337 Saint Valentine by R. F. D 197 Saltpeter Creek, Up 38 Saving the Lady Operator 1325 Shoplifters, Two 555 Shortest Way Out of a Difficulty 993 Siege of Semiramis, The 1863 Sixty Below Zero, At 41 Telegraphy, The Romance of 34 Test of Nerve, A 1167 That Message — What Message? 371 Treasure, Finding a 558 Trouhle Hunter, The 2035 Turkey. His 1858 Unexpected that Happened, The 551 Unrest of Labor, The 1509 Victims of Vanity 1684 What Addie Did 199 When She Meets the Train 1182 Widow’s Opinion. The 1183 Wild Midnight Race 2043 William Vogel 208 W'ireless. Calling Aid by : . . . 3S0 Wireless Predictions, Some 1509 Woman’s Problem 1869 EDITORIAL NOTES Editorial Notes 11. 175. 344. 531, 71 1. 979, 1155, 1309, 1474, 1651, 1832, 2009 FACETIOUS Facetious 53, 215, 389. 565. 771, 1017, 1189. 1347, 1514. 169:1, 1873, 2047 FRATERNAL Fraternal 61. 222. 395. 56°. 785, 1021, 11-93, 1353. 1518, 1695. 1883, 2051 GLEANINGS Gleanings 23. 187, 355. 987. 1322, 1487. 1847 GRAND DIVISION Grand Division 152. 321. 501. 683, 952. 1126. 1283. 1448, 1625, 1809 1982, 2177 LADIES’ AUXILIARY Ladies’ Auxiliary 19, is.L 351. 537. 719, 985, 1161. 1317. 1481. 1659. 18-11. 2016 OUR CORRESPONDENTS Our Correspondents . . . . 55. 217. 391. 567, 775. 1019. 1191. 1349. 1515. 1693. 1875. 2049 PERSONAL MENTION Persona? Menti"ii . . . . 1 3. 179, 347. 533. 715. 981, 1 157, 1313. 1477. 18-55, 1S3‘;. 2013 .FOETICAL Poetical 51, 213. 387. 563. 769. 1015. 1187. 1345. 1512. 10*9. 1871. 2045 UNION LABEL Union Label 1321. 14x5. 1665. 1845. 2021 Digitized by u.ooQle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Hamilton Watch "The Railroad Timekeeper of America* * When the question arises whose watch is ten seconds off, and there is no standard to compare with, if you own a Hamil- ton you have good reason to be sure that yours is the correct time. Over one-half of the Engineers, Fire- men, Conductors and Trainmen on American Roads where O fficial Time Inspection is maintained tarry Hamilton Watches. Hamilton No. 992 Equipped with Safety Numerical Dial when desired This illustration rep- resents Conductor Harry Leonard of the Pennsylvania Special (18 hours between New York and Chi- cago) comparing his time with his Engi- neer, O. P. Keller, who is a staunch friend of the Hamil- ton Watch and has carried one for many years. 'OTHING in the world but accuracy can possibly be responsible for the fact that the Hamilton Watch is the favored choice of Railroad Men. If the Hamilton had been less accurate and less durable than some other watch, that other watch would hold the record that is now held by the Hamilton. Hamilton Movements only, 1112.25 up; complete watches, timed and adjusted in the cases at the factory, from $ 38 . 50 to $150.00, depending on grade and casing. 12-size sold complete only. Write for “The Timekeeper” A book about Hamilton Watches that we gladly send to anyone interested in the purchase of a fine watch. HAMILTON WATCH COMPANY, LANCASTER, PA. Master Builders of Accurate Timepieces Digitized by * v

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Be the Boss Get in the New Profession Thousands of men are needed. The new profession that is paying big money wants you and needs you. Here is your opportunity to get into it now. You don’t need to leave your present employment. Just a few hours a day in your own home and soon you get your diplo- ma and you are a full-fledged Meter Engineer. Be a Meter Engineer A $3,000 Job for YOU The profession of Electrical Meter En- Electrical Meter Engineering cinl reduced price gineering is now in its infancy. It is calling for men. The Central Electric Stations must have Meter Engineers, because without them they cannot operate. Thousands of positions now open. Over 400,000 new meters are going to be installed next year. Just think of the vast array of men that will be needed. And besides. Meter Engineers #now are so scrace that the Central Stations arc willing to pay huge sums for competent men. YOU can get into the profession. It is calling you. For a limited time we are makinga spe- Electrical Meter Engineering ci*! reduced price • r ^ r e offer in order to in is one of the best paying profes- dlu.e men to start sions in the electrical industry. the study of Meter We can show you hundreds of Engineering right , * , . ... away. Write for full men who are making better particulars at once, than $3,000 each year. How ■ would you like to have a $3,000 a «,*■■■■■■■■■■ year job six months from now? Just put your name and address pi D p1 p* on the free coupon and get full ^ particulars absolutely free. j? D* _1_ P _______ Send coupon now — tod by. DOUK vOUpOIl \rr n i V* Fort Wayne Cor- Send the Coupon for FREE Book TU l .. l : i. i l i _ j j , . .... Do not delay an instant. Just put you name and address on the Gentiem coupon and mail it to u* at once. We will send you absolutely FRF.K and J? postpaid, our new book on Meter Engineering. It tells you all about the cia, ofier that New Profession and a l)ou t our school. It tells you how' you can learn to # to study Meter “®^ne a Meter Engineer in your own home during your spare time. 4* tiona of any sort. Absolutely no obligations of any kind. Just your name and ad- enough. But write today — now — immediately while «r we can still make this great special offer. Fort Wayne Correspondence School / Nan,e ^ Gentlemen: Plea.se send me abaolutcly free d f and prepaid your book on Meter Engineering. Aiao send me full particulars of the great spe- cie cial ofier that ia now being made to induce men ar to study Meter Engineering. 1 assume no obliga- DepL 2511 Fort Wayne, Indiana

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en addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Universally Recognized “There’s a Reason” Write us for Catalog JAT.-I57 and complete buying plan. THE BUDA COMPANY Works: HARVEY. ILL. (Chicago Suburb.) CHICAGO, ILL. Extensive use of BUDA MOTOR VELOCIPEDES by practically all railroads proves real merit. It is a thoroughly demonstrated fact that the use of motor velocipedes for a 11 railroad service results in economy, but maximum economy depends on the quality of the car. Quality means continued service at minimum maintenance expense. It is our fixed policy to put quality first regardless of manufacturing cost. Every piece of material, even to the smallest, used in BUDA MOTOR VELOCIPEDES must stand a rigid inspection and test before being assembled in the car, and every part is manufactured under the personal supervision of our mechanical experts. With this method of construction the car will naturally stand the wear and tear of every day service. This fact merits your consideration. a We are large manufacturers of gasoline engines for motive power purposes, not only for railroad motor cars, but for automobiles, and with our manufacturing engineers, especially skilled in this line, and complete shop facilities, we offer you a car equipped with an engine that incorporates all of the reliable and advanced features of gas engine construction. We build seven different models of motor velocipedes. Our EASY PAYMENT PLAN enables you to buy a BUDA and have the use of it while paying for same. Digitized by

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 3 C. •STORY •ORMLP ••'wZrn *WORt •OSLO "fsfbnv •ORLO mmmam The Queen of Sheba’s Visit to King Solomon is one of the most famous incidents in the history of the ancient world. The beautiful picture shown herewith from Ridpath’s History illustrates hut one event of all the thousands in the com- plete work. Truly it may be said of the merits of this History as was said of the splendor of King Solomon s Court: •*T%> half has never been told.” All nations, ancient and modern, are embraced in the world-famed publication. Ridpath’s History eWorld We will mail our beautiful 46-page free booklet of sample pages to all interested in bur offer, and I without any obligation to buy. A coupon for your convenience is printed in the corner of this adver- I tisement. We offer the remaining sets, brand new, down to date, beautifully bound in half morocco, At a VERY LOW PRICE and on EASY TERMS We will name our price only in direct letters to those sending us the Coupon below. Tear off the Coupon, write name and address plainly, and mall to us now before vou forget It. | Dr. Ridp&th is dead, his work is done, but his widow derives her support from his history, and to print our price broadcast, for the sake of more quickly selling these few sets, would cause groat injury to future sales. President McKinley said: “I am fa- miliar with Rld- path's History, and cordially recommend i t V> the people generally." William ' J. Bryan Vincent path into ry Is spemanentcol- togs chair of I* acral history in one’s own •NTOPV •OftLB RIDPATH throws the mantle of personality over the old heroes of history Alexander is there — patriot, warrior, statesman, diplomat — crowning the glory of Grecian history- Xerxes from his mountain platform sees > TbemwLoctes, with three hundred and fifty Greek ships smash his Persian fl.-.-t of $'/ 1 ' of false friends; clear-seeing over the heads of hw fellow-countrymen, and on into another century, the most colossal world figure of hi. time. Ki.ii>»th /cy covers every race, every nation, every time, and holds you spell- / bound by its wonderful eloquence. Nothing more interesting, in- / /Name ftrurtive and inspiring has ever been written. / / - — - 4000 , , luges /^/COU PON yjfc

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Railway Realty and Investment Company The Investment and Financial Corporation of the Railway Employee’s of America Your Earnings! Your Savings! No matter how small. Are they where they really EARN you SOMETHING ? Think this over. A great Financier once said: One good invest- ment is worth a lifetime of labor — he was right, for he knew. The Railway Man’s life and his rented home in the city. OCR FARM LANDS JUST A FEW FACTS as to why you should BUY in the Dolano- Porterville Early Orange Section: It is cheap in price. It is choice It is high-class. Juatr a few hours’ ride from the big busy-business center of Los Angeles. ✓ For a home, for an investment, or for speculation, do not miss this opportunity Buy now: the young man with $100 or $1000, or even more or less, will be wise if he invests it now in our Farm Lands in the Early Orange Section of this great State No other subdivision has been put on the market that offers a better investment for either a home for the brange grower or small farmer, or for the investor, than this tract. Buy our stock. It is backed by real estate — ^city lots, houses, land and mortgages. Get an income for life — that pays three times the dividend that bank deposits do. Information free. For maps, prices, terms and particulars. Railway Realty & Investment Company Rome Offices. 507. 508. 509. 510. 511, 512, 513, 514 Hibernian Building LOS ANGELES, CALIF. Three Years Later as the Owner of an Orange Grove In Orange Acres.

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4 The Railroad Telegrapher. During the year fifty-eight new and re- vised schedules were made, as follows: Long Island. Seaboard Air Line. Chesapeake & Ohio. Elgin, Joliet & Eastern. Richmond, Fredericksburg & Potomac. Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic. Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound. Boston & Albany. Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific. Chicago & Northwestern. Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg. Grand Trunk (in Canada and United States). Buffalo & Susquehanna. Central of Georgia. Wheeling & Lake Erie. Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha. Monon (C. I. & L.). Trinity & Brazos Valley. Bangor & Aroostook. Bay of Quinte. International & Great Northern. Michigan Central. Big Four. Pittsburg & Lake Erie. Toledo & Ohio Central. Zanesville & Western. New York, Chicago & St. Louis. Chicago & Indiana Southern. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern. Lake Erie & Western. St. Paul & Kansas City. Quebec Central. Chicago & Alton. Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic. Ulster & Delaware. Canadian Pacific. Dominion Atlantic. Staten Island. Colorado Midland. Central Ontario. Norfolk & Western. Canadian Northern. Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo. San Antonio & Aransas Pass. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy. Soo Line. Esquimalt & Nanaimo. Halifax & Southwestern. Southern Express Company on the fol- lowing roads: Atlantic Coast Line. Seaboard Air Line. Southern. Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic. Georgia, Southern & Florida. Norfolk & Southern. Central of Georgia. Charleston & Western Carolina. Virginia & Southwestern. Northern Alabama. The Mutual Benefit Department of the Order made an excellent record during the year just closed. During that period $i33»746-47 was received from assessments and $81450.00 paid out in death claims. During the last few years the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has been instru- mental in materially bettering the working condition of the railroad telegraphers of the United States and Canada, both in the mat- ter of remuneration and working conditions. Of all scheduled roads, and there are only a few roads that are not scheduled at the present time, telegraphers are now enjoying the benefits of shorter and -fixed hours, over- time for services rendered beyond those hours, an assurance of promotion to better positions according to seniority rights, an assurance of fair treatment through the adjustment of their grievances by commit- tees, and many other benefits too numerous to mention. Even telegraphers employed on unscheduled roads have been materially benefited through the efforts of the Order, because those roads have been compelled to pay better wag^s and institute better con- ditions in order to keep their men from going to scheduled roads. With a knowl- edge of all these conditions, it seems almost incomprehensible that there should be even a small number of railroad telegraphers who are still outside the fold of the organi- zation, and those who are on the outside are usually the first ones to complain be- cause the committee did not secure more for “us” in their negotiations. They also loudly decry the fact that other employes in the train service receive more compensa- tion than themselves, but apparently they are still willing to stand in their own light Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 5 by failing to support the organization of their class, which is the only medium through which the better conditions desired can be secured. During the year just closed a determined effort has been made toward bringing into the fold those who were still on the out- side, and much success has been attained along those lines, and the new year finds the Order of Railroad Telegraphers with a larger membership and in a better financial condition than ever before in its history, and as a consequence, in a better position to carry on with renewed vigor the cam- paign for better working conditions and a more satisfactory remuneration for the railroad telegraphers of the United States and Canada. With a knowledge that every member added to the membership rolls strengthens the Order that much and increases its power for accomplishing good to that ex- tent, every member should add to his New Year’s resolution the following: “ I pledge my best efforts during the year 1913 toward bringing into the Order every eligible non-member in my locality, and will devote myself assiduously to this work until it shall have been entirely completed.” With more than 43,000 members to work among what non-members are left, the task of completing thorough organization is an easy one if .each member will do his part. Is not the result worthy of the effort? Let the motto of the Order for the year 1913 be: ‘‘Every Member Do His Part.” THE KANSAS CITY TOURNAMENT. (By Special Correspondent.) THE Telegraphers’ Tournament, held at Kansas City on December 13th, 4 was a great success. Ideal weather graced the occasion, and the largest crowd of telegraphers ever assembled in that city witnessed the contest. The arrangements for the occasion, which was held at the Coates House, were excellent, and all the instruments, vibrating machines and type- writers of all makes were fresh from the factories, sent on specially for the occasion. The best of order prevailed throughout the contest, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the large audience, including a goodly number of ladies. The first event in the contest was for key sending, each com- petitor sending the same matter. The president of the club furnishing the matter ' used in the contest, no opportunity being given for practice, the contestant not being allowed to see the copy until it was placed before him and the word “go” was shouted by the timekeeper. The first two contestants did t not bring out the full enthusiasm of the spectators, although their work was very fine, their sending being so plain that several in the audience copied the matter being sent. The third man up was from Pennsylvania, and an objection was raised on account of he being out of the territory designated for this contest, which comprised Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa and Missouri, but regardless of the objection, he was allowed to show his ability, and his record was badly broken by those who followed him. R. O. Kay, C. B. & Q. Railway, Cameron, Mo., was the fourth competitor, and after he had sent a few words, the audience burst into applause, and he was cheered to the end for his speedy and accurate sending. Mr. Kay came near the world record. The enthusiasm of the audience was in- creased when the fifth contestant, A. S. Carver, C. R. I. & P. Railway, Topeka, Kan., started in his effort to defeat the man who came so close to the world record. When Mr. Carver ended his five minutes of lightning speed on the key, it was found he had beaten the world record by a small margin. Other contestants in this contest fol- lowed, but they were not able to equal the record made by Messrs. Carver and Kay. The next event was for best sending with vibrating machine, speed and excellence of sending to be considered the same as in the key contest. Surprise was expressed at the number acquainted with the use of these machines, as the number of contestants in this event exceeded those in the key class. It would prolong this article to give particulars in regard to the sending of each contestant, therefore, it is sufficient to say that praise was given all competitors and the honors Digitized by Google

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6 The Railroad Telegrapher. were awarded to H. A. Ford, C. R. I. & P. Railway, Herington, Kan., who sent very rapidly and plain. The next event on the program was for receiving with a pen, and as only one con- testant, J. Purcell, Jr., Santa Fe Railway, Kansas City, Mo., entered this event, and as the hour was getting late, he was de- clared the winner without contest. The next and last event was for receiving with typewriter, in which event J. Purcell, Jr., Santa Fe Railway, Kansas City, Mo., was awarded first prize. A. S. Carver, the winner of the sending contest and the new holder of the world record for sending, was chosen by the judges to send to the receivers. Mr. Purcell was closely pushed in this contest by J. O. Holton, Frisco Rail- way, Springfield, Mo., and A. J. Jones, C. M. & St. P. Railway, Kansas City, Mo. The world record was not broken in this event, but a new record was made for this territory. The prize for the best all-around telegra- pher in this territory was awarded to J. Purcell, Jr. Mr. Purcell is but eighteen years of age, and participated in all four events. The following are the records established in the various events: A S. Carver sent 219 words with key in five minutes, averaging 43^ words per minute. This breaks the world record, formerly held by D. J. Ellington, of New York City, made in Boston in 1906, who sent 350 words in eight minutes, or an aver- age of 43^ words per minute. H. A. Ford sent 192 words with the vibrating machine in five minutes, or an average of 38^ words per minute. J. Purcell, Jr., received 365^ words in ten minutes, or an average of 36J/2 words per minute, which is close to the world record, held by Charles S. Edney, made in Boston in 1906, at which time he received 350 words in 8 minutes, S&A seconds, or an average of about 37 words per minute. In counting, five letters constitute a word. In receiving, neatness was considered, and in sending, plainness and speed were con- sidered. H. A. Ford, the winner of the contest for sending with vibrating machine, used a Martin Vibroplcx, and J. Purcell, Jr., win- ner the receiving contest, used a Rem- ington typewriter. The Western Electric Company furnished all instruments, and all typewriter companies had machines on exhibit. The judges were J. B. Stockton, Santa Fe Railway; G. W. Hutton, Associated Press, and C. M. Talley, Missouri Pacific Railway, all of Kansas City. Their deci- sions were satisfactory to all. The timekeeper was J. E. Hogan, C. M. & St. P. Railway, Kansas City. The contest was given under the auspices of the Kansas City Railroad Telegraphers* Club, of which John Hjalmer is president, and Alvin J. Jones, secretary and treasurer. RAILROAD ACCIDENTS THE number of persons killed in train accidents during the months of April, May and June, 1912, as shown in reports made by the railroad companies to the Interstate Commerce Commission under the “accident law’* of May 6, 1910, was 148, and of injured 3,294. Accidents of other kinds, including those sustained by employes while at work, by passengers in getting on or off cars, by persons at highway crossings, by persons doing business at stations, etc., by tres- passers and others, bring up the total num- ber of casualties, excluding “industrial” accidents, to 19486 (2.302 killed and 17,544 injured). Accidents to persons resulting in immediate death, or in death within twenty-four hours from the time the acci- dent occurred, are reported in the “killed.” All other accidents to persons, including those resulting in death of the person injured after an interval of more than twenty-four hours from the time the acci- dent occurred, are reported in the “in- jured.” Accidents to employes arc not reported if they result in injuries so slight as not to prevent for more than three days, in the aggregate, the employe from per- forming his accustomed service during the ten days immediately following the acci- dent, nor are accidents to “other persons* resulting in slight injury whereby the per- son injured is not incapacitated for more Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 7 than one day. By “incapacitated” is meant so injured as to prevent the person from following his customary vocation. Accidents in which lives were lost are classified in seven sections, *all of which show a decrease over the preceding quarter with the exception of persons killed on railroad property, neither passengers nor employes, this item showing an increase of 268. The number of passengers killed in train accidents decreased over fifty per cent. The total number of collisions and derail- ments during the quarter was 3,398, of which 1,145 were collisions and 2,253 de- railments, of which 1 18 collisions and 257 derailments affected passenger trains. The damage to cars, engines and roadway by these accidents amounted to $2,700,911. Defects of roadway and defects of equip- ment are shown to have caused 68 per cent of the total number of derailments. A summary of the accident bulletins for the year ending June 30, 1912, shows that the total number of casualties to persons for the year was 180,123, of which number >0,585 were killed and 169,538 were injured. These figures indicate an increase of 189 in the number of persons killed and 19, 379 in the number injured, as compared with the previous year. The total number of casualties, embracing 400 representing em- ployes killed and 92,363 employes injured, were reported under the head of industrial accidents, which includes accidents to rail- way employes in and around shops, at sta- tions, freight houses, engine houses, coal- ing stations, water stations,* etc., and all such accidents as do not occur in connec- tion with the movement of trains. The figifres for the year show that of the number killed, 3,635 were employes, 318 passengers, and 6,632 other persons, who arc/ designated as “trespassers” and “non- trespassers,” showing an increase of 33 in the total number of employes killed, a de- crease of 38 in the number of passengers killed, and an increase of 194 in the total number of persons killed other than em- ployes and passengers. . Of the persons injured, 142,442 were employes, 16,386 passengers and 10,710 per- sons other than employes and passengers. These figures show an increase of 2,953 in the number of passengers, and 23 in the number of other persons injured, as com- pared with the previous year. PRIZES. AS THE motto of the Order during the year 1913 will be: “Every mem- b ber do his duty,” wrhich applies not only in the support of his committee, but also in assisting in “rounding up” every eligible non-member now outside the fold of the organization, and in order that efforts may be rewarded, another series of prizes will be given to members securing new members during the year 1913. To the member securing five or more new members during the year 1913, and who fails to secure any of the other prizes offered herein, will be given one of the official emblem rings. To the member securing ten or more new members during the period named herein will be given free dues in the Order for one year, their dues being paid by the Grand Division. To the member securing fifteen or more new members during the year will be given a specially made emblem watch charm. To the member securing twenty or more new members during the period named will be given a fine solid gold watch chain. To the member securing twenty-five or more new members during the period named will be given a fine gold watch. To the member securing fifty new mem- bers during the year 1913 will be given a solid gold watch to cost not less than $100. In the foregoing contest, secretaries and officers of divisions, and all other members receiving salary or expenses, or both, for their services are barred from participation. THE FOLLOWING RULES WILL BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO IN THIS CONTEST. In order to secure credit in this contest, it will be necessary for the member claim- ing the credit to have secured the petition personally, and not through anyone else. It will further be necessary for the member securing the new members to immediately forward the Grand Secretary and Treas- Digitized by Google

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8 The Railroad Telegrapher. urer a notice to the effect that the new member has been secured, and unless this is done credit will not be allowed. The form of notification sholild be some- thing like the following: , 1913- L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treas- urer, St. Louis, Mo. / I have today secured the petition for membership of >...and collected $ , and have forwarded the petition and money to Bro , Secretary and Treasurer Div. No Please credit me with this petition on prize contest. (Signature) Cert. No Div. No In the contest held during the year 1912, the same conditions as provided herein were prescribed in regard to notifying the Grand Secretary and Treasurer promptly as fast as new members were secured, but several failed to observe the conditions and sent a full list of members secured during the year in December. While the organiza- tion is anxious to accord to every member every consideration to which he is entitled, and even a little more, there seems to be no good reason why members should not comply with the conditions of the contest, which makes it possible to check up the lists as the members are reported by the different divisions; therefore, all members are urged to promptly comply with that part of the conditions in regard to notifying the Grand Secretary and Treasurer as fast as new members are secured. Unless this is done, credit can not be allowed in this contest. EXPRESS SCHEDULES. IN THE resume of business done by the Order during the year 1912, which ap- pears in another article in this depart- ment, it will observed that a goodly number of schedules have been made with the Southern Express Company on roads on which that company operates, which in- cludes the Southern Railway, the Seaboard Air Line, the Atlantic Coast Line, the Cen- tral of Georgia and other systems. The schedules are in the main uniform, with the exception of the first part of Article 2, wherein they differ to the extent of covering local conditions in regard to handling fruit and other perishable matter, particularly applicable to that locality. That part of Article 2 also provides for the payment of a ten per cent commission on the company’s proportion on all business handled, received and forwarded, and with that feature of Article 2 eliminated for the sake of uniformity and the purposes of this article, the balance of the schedules read as follows: Article i. This schedule applies solely to express agents as above designated who have hith- erto been paid upon a commission basis. Article 2. * * * * When commissions do not exceed seven dollars and fifty cents ($7.50) per month, a guarantee of seven dollars and fifty cents ($7* 50) per month will be paid. When commissions exceed seven dollars and fifty cents ($7.50) per month and do not exceed ten dollars ($10.00) per month, a guarantee of ten dollars ($10.00) per month will be paid. Article 3. At points where agents are required to transfer express matter to or from other lines or trains, they will be paid a minimum of seven and one-half dollars ($7*5o) Per month for such service. Article 4. It shall be optional with agents as to whether or not they accept shipments to be forwarded on Sunday, except in cases of emergency, and will be otherwise excused from express duties as far as possible on this day. Article 5. All grievances and claims for loss or damage arising between the Southern Ex- press Company and its agents herein repre- sented, which cannot be satisfactorily ad- justed otherwise, may be referred to the Superintendent and General Chairman rep- resenting such employes, for adjustment, with the right of appeal reserved, pro- Digitized by Google

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9 The Railroad Telegrapher. vided an amicable adjustment cannot be so reached. Article 6. During that period the Express Company undertakes the bonding of employes, the bond premium now being twenty-five (25) cents per hundred dollars ; this rate will not be increased without the consent of the committee representing such agents herein specified — the amount of bond to be fairly based upon the amount of business handled ; Provided, that the minimum bond shall be $500.00. Article 7. Agents are expected to observe all rules of the Express Company,/ render their re- ports, account for collections promptly, and do all in their power to advance the interests of the Express Company and popularize its service. Article 8. The present method of computing agents’ commissions being the only satisfactory way of preventing errors, disputes, and mixtures in accounts, it will be continued, with the promise that every effort will bt made to effect settlement during the suc- ceeding month. Duplicate vouchers, showing earnings, will be prepared and one copy furnished to agents. Article 9. These rules are not to be construed so as to reduce compensation at points where the rate of pay is in excess of the above rates. Article 10. No change will be made in the foregoing Articles until after notice of thirty (30) days, in writing, has been given. GETTING DOWN TO FACTS. A BILL which% will prove of great in- terest and undoubtedly much bene- fit to employes of railroads was recently passed by the House of Repre- sentatives of the: National Congress, which provides for a complete investigation into the stock and bond issues of Interstate Carrier Corporation and which empowers the Interstate Commerce Commission to fix a valuation on the property of railroads and other common carriers. If this bill becomes a law, it will have a far-reaching effect, and will make it possible to deter- mine how much “water” there is in the stocks and bonds of each railroad. Gen- eral committees in dealing with manage- ments of railroads, especially in negotiat- ing for increases in wages, are usually met with the stereotyped argument that the company must first earn its “fixed charges,” in which is included interest on its bonds and dividends on its stock, before it will have any money with which to grant in- crease in wages. Organized labor has always contended that if the “water” was squeezed out of the stocks of railroads, they would not only be able to pay a handsome return on every dollar actually invested, but that they would also have an abundance of money left from earnings with which to give their employes a more fair remuner- ation for services rendered. It is to be hoped the bill will become a law. THE INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION. AT THE last session of Congress, a bill was passed which was approved “ by the President on August 23, 1912, providing for the creation of a commission to be known as the Commission On In- dustrial Relations. It was provided that the commission should be composed of nine persons to be appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the Senate, three of whom should be employers of labor, three representatives of organized labor, and three representing the public. On December 17th, President Taft made the following appointments to comprise that Commission : Representing organized labor— James O. Connell, Third Vice-President, American Federation of. Labor; John V. Lennon, Treasurer, American Federation of Labor; A. B. Garretson, President, Order of Rail- way Conductors. Representing the public— Hon. George Sutherland, United States Senator from Utah; Geo. B. Chandler, Member Connecti- cut State Legislature ; Chas. S. Barrett, President, Farmers’ Co-operative and Edu- cational Union. Digitized by v^ooQle

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10 The Railroad Telegrapher. Representing the employers — F. A. Delano, President, Wabash Railroad ; Adolph Lewishon, Merchant; F. C. Schwedtman, Vice-President, National Manufacturers’ Association. This commission is authorized as a whole or by subcommittees of the commission, duly appointed, to holding sittings and public hearings anywhere in the United States; to send for persons and papers; to administer oaths; to summon and compel attendance of witnesses, and to compel testimony. The commission may report to the Congress its findings and recommenda- tions and submit the testimony taken from time to time, and shall make a final report, accompanied by the testimony not pre- viously submitted, net later than August 23, 1915, at which time the term of the commission will expire, unless it shall pre- viously have made final report, and, in the latter case the term of the commission will expire with the making of its final report. It is further provided that the commis- sion shall make at least one report to Congress within the first year of its ap- pointment and a second report within the second year of its appointment. This commission is directed to inquire into the general condition of labor in the principal industries of the United States, including agriculture, and especially in those which are carried on in corporate forms; into existing relations between employers and employes; into the effect of industrial con- ditions on public welfare, and into the rights and powers of the community to deal therewith; into the conditions of sani- tation and safety of employes and the pro- visions for protecting life, limb, and health of the employes; into the growth of asso- ciations of employers and of wage earners, and the effect of such associations upon the relations between employers and employes; into the extent and results of methods of collective bargaining; into any methods which have been tried in any State or in foreign countries for maintaining mutually satisfactory relations between employes and employers ; into the methods of avoiding or adjusting labor disputes through peaceful and conciliatory mediation and negotia- tions ; into the scope, methods, and re- sources of existing bureaus of labor and into possible ways of increasing their use- fulness; into the question of smuggling or other illegal entry of Asiatics into the United States or its insular possessions, and of the methods by which such Asiatics have gained and are gaining such admission, and shall report to Congress as speedily as possible, with such recommendation as the commission may think proper to prevent such smuggling and illegal entry. The commission is further authorized to seek to discover the underlying causes of dis- satisfaction in the industrial situation, and report its conclusions thereon. The sum of $100,000 was appropriated for the use of the commission for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1913. The members of the commission will receive their actual traveling and other necessary expenses, and, in addition, a compensation of $10 per diem while actually engaged on the work of the commission, and while going to or return- ing from such work. As the personnel of the commission has not as yet been confirmed by the Senate, no arrangements have been made for call- ing together the members of the commis- sion for the purpose of outlining any plan of action. It is confidently expected, how- ever, that the members of the commission will be confirmed by the Senate at an early date. PROMPT ACTION ESSENTIAL. PRESIDENT GOMPERS of the American Federation of Labor has issued the following letter to all affiliated unions: “The following is official, and you are urged to secure compliance with the re- quest contained therein. Prompt action is essential.” Then follows the following, which will be of interest to every organized worker. The Booher convict labor bill, which passed the House of Representatives during the last session of Congress, was before a subcommittee of the Senate Judiciary Com- mittee on January 3, and favorable report is expected to be made to the full Judiciary Committee. Senator Brown, of Nebraska, Digitized by Google

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11 The Railroad is chairman of the subcommittee. The Boohcr bill provides: ‘‘That all goods, wares, and merchandise manufactured, produced, or mined, wholly or in part, by convict labor, or in any prison or reformatory, transported into any State or Territory, or remaining therein for use, consumption, sale, or storage, shall, upon arrival and delivery in such State or Territory, be subject to the operation and effect of the laws of such State or Terri- tory to the same extent and in the same manner as though such goods, wares, and merchandise had been manufactured, pro- duced or mined in such State or Territory, and shall not be exempt therefrom by reason of being introduced in original pack- ages or otherwise/’ It is important that all State Federations, Central Bodies, and Local Unions should take favorable action looking to have com- munications, under official seal, forwarded to their United States Senators and to the Telegrapher. members of the Senate Judiciary Com- mittee, as well, urging that the Booher convict labor bill — H. R. 5601 — be favorably reported to the Senate and passed. The Senate Judiciary Committee is composed of the following members: Clark of Wyoming, chairman; Nelson of Minnesota, Dillingham of Vermont, Suther- land of Utah, Brandegee of Connecticut, Borah of Idaho, Brown of Nebraska, Cum- mins of Iowa, Root of New York, Bacon of Georgia, Culberson of Texas, Overman of North Carolina, Paynter of Kentucky, Chilton of West Virginia, and O'Gorman of New York. There is one vacancy upon the committee, Senator Rayner of Mary- land having recently died. Prompt action upon the part of the or- ganizations of labor will have much influ- ence in securing the passage of this meas- ure, which has the indorsement of the American Federation of Labor. Address all communications to State Office Building, Washington, D. C. ORIAL N0t€5 Ten thousand three hundred thirty-nine new members were initiated into the Order during the year 1912. One thousand nine hundred and twelve new members were initiated into the Order during the month of December. Every member should pay his dues promptly, thereby keeping in good standing and enjoying all the benefits of membership. Ten thousand five hundred and eighty- five persons were killed and one hundred and sixty-nine thousand five hundred and thirty-eight injured on railroads during the year ending June 30, 1912. Nineteen hundred and twelve new mem- bers admitted to the Order during the last month of the year 1912 was a fitting close to a successful year. Let the good work go on. Every member should get busy and win one of the prizes offered by the Grand Division for securing new members during the year 1913. The Immigration Bill, carrying with it the illiteracy test, passed the House of Repre- sentatives in December by a vote of 179 to 52. The Senate passed an Immigration Bill at its last session, and as these two bills differ in some features, they will now go to a Conference Committee composed of members from the two branches of Con- gress, and it is expected that the bill will be enacted into law in the near future. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of September, 1912, shows that there were 178,877 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during Digitized by Google

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12 The Railroad Telegrapher. the month; that there were 1,5 77 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 18; insane and epileptic, 9; loathsome or dangerous contagious diseases, 208 ; pro- fessional beggars, 1 ; paupers, 1 ; Hkely to become public charges, 619; mentally or physically defective, 479; contract laborers, 55; accompanying aliens, 25; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 30; assisted aliens, 7; criminals, 63; prosti- tutes and procurers, 34; without passport, 1 ; under provisions of Chinese-exclusion act, 27. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of October, 1912, shows that there were 160,419 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month; that there were 1,537 debarred from entrance, classified as follows : Idiots, 46 ; insane and epileptic, 10 ; tuberculosis, 1 ; loathsome or dangerous contagious diseases, 220; professional beggars, 1; likely to be- come public charges, 617; mentally or physically defective, 343; contract laborers, 74; accompanying aliens, 25; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 35; assisted aliens, to; criminals, 66 ; polyg- amists, 5; anarchists, 1; prostitutes and procurers, 58; without passport, 1; under provision of Chinese-exclusion act, 23. The Supreme Court of Arkansas has de- clared the recall amendment, which was adopted by the people of that State by a majority of 13,000, unconstitutional, basing their action upon the fact that the consti- tution of the State provides that only three amendments can be submitted to the people at any one election, and as more than three amendments appeared upon the official ballot at the election in which the recall amendment was adopted, the court decided to eliminate the recall amendment. It is understood that efforts will be immediately put forth to secure another initiative peti- tion in order that the recall amendment may again be voted upon at the next election. A new idea in governmental affairs was enunciated by United States Senator Bristow of Kansas, in a resolution intro- duced in the United States Senate recently, proposing an amendment to Section 3 of Article 2 of the Constitution of the United States, which amendment provides the fol- lowing : “If Congress fails to enact any measure which the President has recommended in proper form, within six months from the date of such recommendation, the Presi- dent, at the regular Congressional election following the expiration of such period, may submit the measure to the electors at such election, and if a majority of the electors voting on such a measure in a majority of the Congressional districts and also in a majority of the States, approve the measure, it shall become a law.” This amendment is designed to give relief to a situation which may occur by Congress being of one political faith and the Chief Executive of another. If the amendment is finally adopted the people will be given an opportunity to give their approval or disapproval of measures recommended by a Chief Executive when Congress refuses to act upon the recommendation. Digitized by v^ooQle

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PEKSONAL MENTION The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher. To Bro. and Mrs. G. May, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. F. Wayne, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. E. Ho vis, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. F. Hilliard, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Frank Snyder, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. P. L. Hackbert, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. W. Coldiron, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. B. McClure, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. W. Gardner, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. S. A. Laas, of Chicago, 111., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. B. Starr, of Anna, Texas, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Harry J. Butler, of Niles, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. A. Birch, of Fari- bault, Minn., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. F. J. Ritter, of Chap- man, Nebr., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. L. Fowler, of Oak Lawn, R. I., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. H. Templin, of Matteson, 111., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. N. Holcombe, of Lorain, Ohio, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. F. M. Haines, of Logan, Mont., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. L. A. Yoder, of North Morenci, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. S. H. Jones, of Chester, Minn., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. H. Woodruff, of Williston, Ohio, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Tommy Davin, of So. Worcester, Mass., a boy. The following marriages have been re- ported since the last issue of The Teleg- rapher. Bro. O. P. Ruid, of Div. 4, to Miss Jennie Solberg. Bro. Hugh Quinn, of Div. 88, to Miss McClure. Bro. G. M. Bartle, of Div. 138, to Miss Ollie Botkin. Sister M. E. Wilbur, of Div. 126, to Mr. Walter Hunt. At Ina, 111., Bro. Orval Sneed, of Div. 34, to Miss Nellie Lee. At Kane, Pa., Sister M. E. McGraw, of Div. 1 7, to Mr. Irving. At North Bay, Ont., Bro. Geo. Bruce, of Div. 99, to Miss Scott. At Willacoochee, Ga., Bro. J. Walker, of Div. 132, to Miss Gaskins. At Baldwyn, Miss., Bro. T. D. White, of Div. 2, to Miss Lucile Graham. At Springfield, Mo., Bro. W. H. Smith, of Div. 88, to Miss Mary Dyer. At Richardson, N. D., Bro. K. E. Julian, of Div. 54, to Miss Rowena Rich. At Farmington, Maine, Bro. G. A. Ellis, of Div. 140, to Miss Florence A. Eustis. At Aldershot, Ont., Bro. H. P. Steedman, of Div. 1, to Miss Catherine Hemmingway. The Telegrapher extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher. Bro. Ralph S. Close, of Div. 20. Bro. Norman S. Cash/ier, of Div. 21. Wife of Bro. S. H. Nelson, of Div. 39. Wife of Bro. P. L Young, of Div. 32. Mother of Bro. J. T. Daily, of Div. 140. Father of Bro. Rex Foley, of Div. 130. Sister of Bro. J. E. Deveau, of Div. 131. Father of Bro. J. Yeager, Jr., of Div. 33 Father of Bro. E. C. Millard, of Div. 130. Wife of Bro. G. L. Brown, of Div. 132. Wife of Bro. A. W. Bruers, of Div. 23. Mother of Bro. Joseph Cumming, of Div. 8. Infant son of Bro. A. F. Mott, of Div. 44. Father of Bro. A. V. Anderson, of Div. 130. Digitized by v^ooQle

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14 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brother of Bro. T. F. McCarthy, of Div. 35- Daughter of Bro. J. H. Brennan, of Div. 130. Daughter of Bro. G. B. Hensley, of Div. 40. At Omaha, Neb., Sister Anna Vapor, of Div. 6. Wife of Bro. Albert A. Richardson, of Div. 89. Mother of Bro. Frank M. Sydnor, of Div. 40. At Vincennes, Ind., Bro. Tom Cavanaugh, of Div. 33. Father and mother of Bro. Geo. Motes, of Div. 14. At Rhinecliff, N. Y., Bro. A. F. Rafter, of Div. 8. At Collins, Colo., wife of Bro. Ralph A. Nye, of Div. 6. Bro. M. G. Watson, of Div. 1, acci- dentally killed. At Byron, Wis., Sister M. A. Wittman, of Div. 1 19. At Shakopee, Minn., father of Bro. J. D. Galvin, of Div. 4. At Whitehall, Mont., wife of Bro. C. U. Brown, of Div. 54. At Hunter, Tenn., mother of Bro. J. N. Wagner, of Div. 59. At Lansing, Iowa, little son of Bro. B. A. Towle, of Div. 23. At Charlotte, N. C., mother of Bro. R. L. Davis, of Div. 132. At New Haven, Ind., infant son of Bro. R. J. Curts, of Div. 2. At Mountain City, Tenn., Bro. A. R. Harkleroad, of Div. 59. At West Alexander, Pa., father of Bro. Will Carr, of Div. 33. At Elizabethtown, Pa., father of Bro. C. H. Wormley, of Div. 17. At Albert Lea, Minn., father of Bro. P. J. Einwalter, of Div. 126. At Valley Jet., Iowa, infant daughter of Bro. L. A. Stone, of Div. 126. At Cape May Court House, N. J., father of Bro. J. L. Hand, of Div. 17. x At Hagerstown, Md., Bro. E. E. Ervin, of Grand Div., accidentally killed. Wife and mother of Bros. J. U. Overall, Sr., and Jesse Overall, Jr., both of Div. 2. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all. H. Tamher. N. Huwtbjl C. E. Stonb. D. G. Langlois. O. R. T. GROUP— CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY— CARON, SASK. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 15 L. S. Parkinson. F. T. Fraser. R. MacLeod. O. R. T. GROUP— CANADIAN NORTHERN RAILWAY. WANTED. Present address of Oscar Ryman, last heard of at Milan, Kans., with the A. T. & S. F. * W. I. Miller. 2120 N. Law ave., Wichita, Kan. Present address of Harry Brown, last heard of working 2nd trick for the Bur- lington at Hecla, Neb. “H” write to your old pal. E. S. Ward. 1440 Washington st., Suffolk, Va. Present address of C. E. Corbett, last heard of at Atlanta. “CO” if you see this write. C. F. Harley. Bath, S. C. Present address of Robert Cross, last heard from in Muncie, Ind. E. F. Stansberry, W. U. Tel. Co., Nowata, Okla. Present address of N. A. Boswell and J. C. Goldsberry, last heard of working for the Rock Island in 1910. G. G. Greene, Alma, Ark. Present address* of Opr. W. H. Quinn, worked for the St. L. B. & M. Ry., 3 or 4 years ago. Important news for him. T. G. Bracken, Moulton, Texas. Information concerning the whereabouts of H. M. Fleming, last heard of at Seattle in 1909. His people are anxious to hear from him. Fred Fleming, Atlanta, Texas. Present addresses of C. P. Tacke, ac- countant; J. E. Bucklew and Walton C. Robinson, telegraphers. F. B. Shoemaker, 514 So. ave., “C”, Washington, Iowa. Present address of P. E. Davieson, last heard of working in Wyoming in latter part of 1907. He will learn something to his advantage by communicating with J. H. Stansfield, 28 Garden st., West Roxbury, Mass. Present address of Wm. C. Nicholas, formerly worked at Cleveland, Ohio, lateT at La Veta, Colo., for the D. & R. G. Ry. Anyone knowing of his whereabouts, kindly communicate with his father. C. H. Nicholas, Treichlers, Pa. Present address of Wm. Reynolds, learned wire work at Douglas, Ohio ; worked for Clover Leaf Ry., later for L. E. & W. Ry. Last heard of at Talbot, Ind. H. F. McDowell, Care N. P. Ry., Townsend, Mont Digitized by Google

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16 The Railroad Telegrapher. Present address of M. L. Gillespie, last heard of working for C. & G. W. Ry. Any- one knowing of his whereabouts, kindly communicate with R. M. Burnt, Central Lake, Mich. Present address of Charles Herr, last . heard of working commercial at Denver. I have important information that will be appreciated by him. m. L. Paulson, Devils Slide, Utah. a year ago. Anyone knowing of their whereabouts, kindly communicate with me. L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Information concerning the whereabouts of T. A. McCormick, worked at Louisville Jet., Colo., for the C. & S. Ry., and dis- appeared, about 4 months ago. Is 6 ft. 2 in. tall, has gfay eyes, dark brown hair, slight scar under right eyebrow, rather large nose M. R. Carpenter. N. O. Bruner. Master Harlan Bishop. £. L. Bishop. O. R. T. GROUP— QUEEN & CRESCENT ROUTE (SOUTH), ENTERPRISE, MISS. Present address of C. A. Gay, formerly worked as chief dispatcher for the M. O. & G. Ry., Muskogee, Okla.. last heard of working for some road at Fayetteville La. D. P. Verdery, Achille, Okla. Present addresses of S. S. Corbett and James Corbett, who left Los Angeles about and mouth. Wore dark green suit and light soft hat when last seen. Anyone knowing of his whereabouts, kindly com- municate with his wife. Mrs. T. A. McCormick, Morgan, Wyo. Present address of Bert Wheeler, w’orked for the Frisco at Arthur City, Tex., in Nov., Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 17 1909; also address of Opr. Thatcher, last heard from working for the Frisco at Chester, Ark., Nov., 1909. Boys, if you see this drop me a line. T. A. Wilbuk, » Balfour, Iowa. L. M* Foreman, carpenter, last heard of on a boat in North Carolina; had his five- year old child with him. Boat sank but they escaped O. K. Party can’t talk plain. Any oije knowing his whereabouts kindly notify me. Important. W. L. White. Clendenin, W. Va. Information concerning the whereabouts of Grover Clyde Stokes, who disappeared from his home October 23, 1912. Worked fisst trick at Chicago Heights, 111., for the E. J. & E. Ry. He is 5 ft. 9 in. tall, weighs about 168 pounds, black eyes and gray hair. When last seen he wore a brown suit, black derby hat, gray top coat and brown shoes, carried a Burlington Special watch. Any- one knowing of his whereabouts, kindly communicate with G. Dal Jones, 1124 Dearborn ave., Chicago. 111. WANTED— TO EXCHANGE. A. E. List, of Blandburg, Pa., wishes to exchange postal cards with other members. R. G. Barkley, care C. I. & S. Ry., Walkerton, Ind., wishes to exchange postal cards with other members. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 24031, Cert. 164, Div. 25, for term ending December 31, 1912. Card No. 8243, Cert. 101, Div. 150, for term ending December 31, 1912. Card No. 19235, Cert. 1110, Div. 42, for term ending December 31, 1912. Card No. 15208, Cert. 870, Div. 54, for term ending December 31, 1912. Card No. 10538, Cert. 37, Div, 154, for term ending December 31, 1912. Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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A FRIEND. By Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. A FRIEND is the one who, when a fellow is down-and-out, conies and offers aid. A friend is the one to whom you can freely go and feel no hesitancy. A friend is the fellow who will help you over the rough place. A friend is the one who will come and help you up if you happen to stumble in error. A friend is the one who can stand in your shoes, and look at things from your view-point, and consider. A friend is the one who will hurl back in the teeth the tale which they would tell and back-bite you. A friend is the one who will stop the stone of rumor before evil tongues shall ruin you unawares. A friend is the one who looks over your errors, and helps you to mend the bad and worn places in your life. A friend is the one who picks you out of the ditch and sets you on your feet, instead of knocking you off your feet with their hammer, into the ditch. Beware of the fellow who is always ask- ing a favor of you, but never willing to return even a pleasant smile. Beware of the fellow who lets you do the work and then takes the credit. Beware of the fellow who tells you, when alone, that you are “the stuff,” but never opens his “chops” about it around where there is anyone else listening. Beware of the fellow that is always afraid of someone stealing his thunder. Always give the devil his dues. There is good in every man and woman — if you search it out. The fellow who uses his hammer on the other fellow, finds often times that his ham- mer is made of rubber — it springs back and hits him in the face. A man or woman in public life must expect bullets from a thousand guns of rumor; and must lay aside one-half their time in dodging these bullets. More men and women in public pursuits have been ruined by rumor than foolish plays. The life has been stamped out of more beneficial results, by rumor, jealousy and fear that the other fellow will get the credit, than has actually been accomplished. Cast your bread upon the waters closest home — it will return to you the sooner. Remember the fellow that is “down and out.” Remember, it’s your turn next. The L. A. to the O. R. T. should be now, and in years to come, the friend who comes to aid when a fellow and his family are “down and out.” The L. A. should be the friend who never hammers, but seeks out whom needs their tender help and comfort the most, extending it freely. The telegraph operator is always in fin- ger-touch of his fellows at distant stations, and it is he who learns of the O. R. T. brother’s need the fir ^t. It matters not how remote the wife of the telegraph operator is who hears of the needs of the brother “down the line,” she can lend her aid by those little thiugs thought of only by woman, and who makes life’s pathway the sweeter. If there is the will to deliver a friendly act. it matters not how distant the benefactor may be, there is always a way provided to make the delivery. Digitized by Google

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20 The Railroad Telegrapher. Notes. Let every local of the L. A. send in a write-up for the department every month and let folks read what you are doing. ' The Auxiliary is growing rapidly, not by leaps and bounds, but by a natural steady growth, which* means a firmer organization in the end. Write to Grand Secretary-Treasurer Pierce for blanks, then join. There are three roads ready with their charters, and Sister Pierce is ready to send them out in a few # days, as they have already been signed by the President. Brother and Sister J. D. Townsend, of Heavener, Okla., have the sympathy of everyone in the loss of their mothers, both dying in Checotah, Okla., a few months apart, Brother Townsend’s mother dying of paralysis and Sister Townsend’s mother dying from a spider bite, from which she suffered for months and finally died from its poisonous effects in August. There is no reason why every road should not hold an L. A. charter. It takes but seven members and a $2.50 charter fee. All there is lacking is someone who loves the work to get busy and get it to going. Then the meetings! Then the ice cream and cake, and the dandy suppers served when the O. R. T. boys meet! It’s that way on other roads; why not on all of them? Notes from the Grand Secretary and Treasurer. At this time, when we are entering an- other year, and take a casual review of events of the old year just past, we are compelled to take note of the progress that has been made and the good resulting from the united efforts of mankind for his gen- eral uplift. At no time in the history of the world has the old maxim, “In union there is strength,” been so fully recognized as the shortest and best way to accomplish re- sults. Again, never in the history of the world has “Woman” come to the front as in the year just past, and the progress she has made is of such a character that men are compelled to note what she is doing, and find they must reckon with her as never before. The Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Order of Railroad Telegraphers is along the line of progress, and within a short time we will be recognized as one of the leading women’s organizations of the country. This movement among the wives, mothers, and sisters of the railroad telegraphers is so closely allied with all the many other or- ganizations among women, in the various ways in which they desire progress, that we must take our place in the front rank as standing for all that progress means. When the Ladies’ Auxiliary is fully under- stood by the O. R. T., there will be no more “nons,” as every woman will want to belong to the L. A., and in her desire to have an up-to-date card she will compel her husband to see that he carries the same. Give our cause the thought and consid- eration it deserves, brothers and sisters, and help us to get results by securing new members, and by making the O. R. T. and L. A. solid organizations. By our united strength, we will in a few short years reach our goal and secure the results in the best way through our “union.” The initiation fee is 50 cents, and the dues 60 cents, payable in advance, same as in the O. R. T. You can request applica- tion blanks at my address. 2021 Longwood Street, Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. The new cards for the term ending June 30, 1913, are ready to be sent out to the membership upon payment of dues. Any members who have changed their address will kindly notify me at their earliest con- venience. Members who have not received the notice of dues for this term and desire to pay to date, can also request notice of same. Old members who are back in dues prior to January 1, 1912, may by filing a new ap- plication come back as new members. Initiation and dues for the month of January will be $i.to, payable in advance. In the December issue of the L. A. De- partment of The Telegrapher we stated Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 21 that the father of Sister Nason, of the Northern Pacific, was very ill. Since that writing he has passed to the Great Beyond. Sister Nason has the sympathy of all her friends in this her time of sorrow, and we can only commend her to the care and keeping of the Infinite God for comfort to her bereaved heart. The Soo Lines are working hard to get a charter, and expect to send for one in the near future. The Auxiliary was heart- ily endorsed at a meeting held before the holidays, when many of the sisters ex- pressed a desire to join the L. A. and form a local on Division 119. I wish to express, through this column, my thanks and appreciation for the many wishes for a happy New Year. In return I wish to extend my greetings and best wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year not only to the members of •the Auxiliary, but to those who are not mem- bers. — Again I wish to urge all members in Local 10, Division 33, B. & O., to pay up their dues promptly, and make an effort to secure new members, so that we may be in a position to help entertain our visiting sisters at the coming convention. UNION-MADE GOODS. IDO not Remember every reading any- thing in our department of the jour- nal regarding “union made goods.” I think we should publish something on this subject every few months, as very few ladies know a union label when they see one, and there are also lots of telegraphers who do not know one, and hundreds of others that know, but forget there is such a thing as the label when they purchase goods. Some will not purchase union-made goods because they can get convict-made, scab-made and products of “sweatshops” much cheaper than they can get union-made goods. If they would only stop and think under what kind of working conditions these goods are made that do not bear the label, they would not spend the money that organized labor got for them on such goods. They surely wouldn't want to wear clothes that a scab had made, or clothes made in a dirty sweatshop, where the em- ployes slave long hours for very small wages, when they could get those that were made in a decent, eight-hour, up-to-date, union shop by only paying a little more. You may think that what little you spend will not make any difference either way. but remember . that every little bit helps, and what you spend if you demand the label will help a good cause just that much. SistersMwhen you go shopping, don’t for- get to demand the label. There arc lots of garments bearing the label. If you do not know what they are, write your Grand Sec- retary for a list. Merchants will not try to sell you union-made goods because they can not make as much profit on them as they can on scab-made goods, but if you will insist on buying nothing but goods bearing the label, they will get them for you. Sisters, before buying a paper or magazine, look for the label, and when you want printing done, remember there are lots of union printers. If your husband uses tobacco, insist that he buy union-made, as there are all kinds bearing the label. Last, but not least, remember the label when you go to the grocery. You will find it on cereals, etc. Mrs. F. H. Howard, Cert. 340, Div. Grand. Digitized by v^ooQle

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Most of us know where to stop when it is too late. * * * A mao's credit is always good when lie don't need it. * * * Even the thirst for glory may have its direful after-effects. * * * The man who can not go wrong is usually the man who does. * * * Where there's a will there's a fighting chance for the lawyers. * * * For one virtue that makes us walk, how many vices make us run. ♦ * * Society girls may put on lots of airs, but they don't put on much else. * * * Weep and you'll have a red nose, and people will blame it on other things. * * * The man who is his own worst enemy thereby goes back on his best friend. * * * There isn't so much difference between being lucky and having common sense. * ♦ * The employment of prison contract labor has pauperized 50,000 women in Maryland. * * * We learn more from those who differ from us than from those who agree with t n. * * * Woman’s power in the home is what the moon is with light borrowed from the sun. * * * The inherent rights of labor, to say the least, are as sacred as the vested rights of capital. . When a woman’s face is her fortune, does it make her doubly rich to be two- faced ? * * * Crooks work in the light just as well as in the dark, but they are better dressed in the daytime. * * * Electric lights are to be installed in one of the oldest and most famous Hindu tem- ples in India. * * * Some people have such faith in luck that they would rather find a four-leaf clover than a job. * * * And now it is charged that the Southern Pacific has 100,000 acres of land to which it has no right. * * * The great thing in this world is not so much where we stand as in what direction we are moving. * * * Don’t give political questions all your time; reserve some for union affairs and work for the union label. * * * Many card men think they are conferring a favor on the officers of their organiza- tion when they pay their dues. * * * Some men who derive the most benefit from organized labor are the ones who do the least to advance its interests. * * * Don't discuss the business of your union m saloons or on street corners. The union it the proper plaoe for such discussions. * * * Life was not given for indolent con- templation and study of self, nor for brood- ing over emotions of piety; actions alone determine our worth. Digitized by Google

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24 The Railroad Telegrapher. The man who knows nothing is very anxious to prove it by refusing to keep quiet. * * * There are more people dying for the lack of a kind word, a pat on the back and a little encouragement, than there are from disease. ♦ * * If you do not perform your part of the t obligation which you have taken, how is it possible you should expect the association to do theirs. J. E. NORMILE, Deceased Member Div. No. 92. Did you ever notice that the narrower a man’s mind is the longer it takes him to make it up? ♦ * * From a woman’s point of view marriage without love is almost as great a crime as divorce without alimony. * * * The way to appear truly ridiculous is to remain away from the meetings of your branch and then go about finding fault with its officers and the proceedings. The University of Experience holds no graduations until the students are carried out feet first. * * * The fellow who admits there are few things he doesn’t know is worth two fellows who know it all. * * * Be sure your own skirts are clean before charging others with violating the princi- ples of unionism. * * * ‘‘Knowledge is that which, next to virtue, truly and essentially raises one man above another.” — Addison. * * * “The art of poetry is to touch the pas- sions, and its duty to lead them on the side of virtue.”— Cowper. * * * An electrical device has been perfected to thaw out frozen water pipes without opening the ground. , * * * Don’t spend your time grumbling about some defect in the labor movement. Get busy and help right the wrong. ♦ * * He who receives a good turn should never forget it; he who does one should never remember it. — Charron. * * * If you will carefully count your expenses you will seldom have occasion to ask the bank to discount your note. * * * “Law is the science in which the greatest powers of the understanding are applied to the greatest number of facts.” — Johnson. * * * Trade unions have rescued women from the factory and encouraged the building of homes, more schools, parks and play- grounds. * * * The highest scientific station in the world is on the summit of Mount Misti, an extinct volcano in southern Peru. It is 19,000 feet above sea level. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 25 Education is a better safeguard of liberty than a standing army. — Edward Everett. * * * The finest thing on earth is a life that has never left a stain on anything it touched. * * * After a woman has buried her third hus- band, you can not tell her much about men. * * * Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others can not keep it out of their own. * * * Is there anything in the wide world much worse than the card carrying non-unionist? The squirrel travels a good deal by rail, though he is never compelled to show his ticket. * * * Some men are like a laying hen, they set up a big cackling every time they do any- thing. * * * Be slow to cast old shoes or friends aside — there is a great deal of real comfort in both. * * * When you see your employer cheating a customer, resign before he tries his hand on you. A lot of fellows who claim to be doing their level best are not doing it on the level. * * * * We are commanded to “love our ene- mies," but we don’t have to vote for them. * * * A New York woman has an anklet that cost $2S/xo. Something put by for a rainy day- 41 * * Are you a union man or a man with a card? Ask for label goods— be a union man. * * * When the glitter of the broad way to destruction stands tempting you, have cour- age to say “No!” ♦ * * Our greatest good and what we least can spare is hope; the last of all our evils fear. —John Armstrong. * * * It is not the timid who succeed, but those who know their rights and propose^to main- tain them at all hazards. * * * Life is so full of disappointments that when anything good is handed to us we can scarce believe it real. The man who never does more than he gets paid for never gets paid for more than he does. * * * “Honor and fame from no condition rise; act well thy part — there all the honor lies.” — Pope. * * * Men’s pants are to be narrower and shorter. This will force some of us to buy longer hose. * * * If, as scientists claim, all creatures have instinct, why does a hen try to hatch out a doorknob ? * ♦ * Every time you tell your troubles you waste your time and that of the fool who listens to them. ♦ * * He is a brave man who refuses to be disheartened by the fact that he was beaten yesterday. — Ex. * * * We are disposed to say unkind things about the mule, but the fact remains that there are many men who are worse kickers. * * * The desiring of what is true, and the practice of that which is good are two most important objects of philosophy. — Voltaire. * * * If the business of your lodge, in your opinion, is not conducted properly, attend your meetings and do what you can to rectify wrongs. * * * “Let us have faith that right makes might, and in that faith, let us to the end dare to do our duty as we understand it.” — Abraham Lincoln. Digitized by Google

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26 The Railroad Telegrapher. The people who feel that they have noth- ing more to learn may have a lot to unlearn. * * * We are getting more light out of Stand- ard Oil these days than it ever gave before. ♦ * * Don’t condemn the labor movement be- cause you know of ‘‘objectionable features.” Every man and every human institution has some imperfections. M. F. HUTSEN, OF DIV. No. 82, And His Famous Horse, Prince. The man who does not believe in unions does not believe in personal betterment and protection. * * * The members of organized labor through- out the land are rejoicing on account of the acquittal of Clarence R. Darrow, at Los Angeles. * * * Boost and the world will love you ; Knock and you’ll be in bad, For the man who shoves the whole world loves, But the knocker makes us sad. A street fund has been authorized by the city authorities of Emporia, Kan., to give work to the unemployed there. ♦ * * An egotist is a fellow who everlastingly talks about himself and doesn’t give any one else a chance to talk. * * * Don’t take yourself too seriously. The sun will rise tomorrow, even though you may draw your last breath tonight. * * * Ripe wisdom, sound judgment, courage and fidelity are among the greatest assets we have in the labor movement. * * * * The fellow who joined the union because he had to, found that he had been compelled ta do something good for himself. * * * The first protest against convict labor was made by a convention of mechanics which was held in Utica, N. Y., in 1834. * * * The value of money is much better ap- preciated when it is kept moving; more thereby getting the feel of it. * * * The Canadian government proposes to restrict the working hours of the street railway men to six days of ten hours each. * * * “No one has a right to say that working- men shall not organize for their own ad- vancement.”— Rev. Joseph E. Perry, War- ren Avenue Baptist Church, Boston. * * * Some men have become such slaves that they donV dare to say their souls are their own, much less express an opinion antagon- istic to the interests of their masters. * * * The Rocky Mountain Association of the United Mine Workers of America, em- bracing four Northwestern districts and two districts in Canada, and representative of 51,300 coal miners, was formed in Butte. Mont., to advocate the use of life-saving apparatus. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 27 A keen desire for any certain thing does not necessarily mean that you will get it. * * * The man who does his duty as he sees it has a hard road to travel, but he has an easy conscience, and that’s worth while. * * * He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our an- tagonist is our helper. — Burke. * * * Petty criminals escape from jail through a hole in the wall. Great criminals escape through a hole in the law. * * * There is much charity that would be missing if there were no newspapers to publish the names of its promoters. — Judge. * * * The city directory tells no tales ; the man who is doing something is given just as much space as the man whose mother is supporting him. * * * ' President Taft says he is glad to know that studies are going forward to “shorten litigation so that delay won’t make just judgment unjust.” * * * The sword of the best tempered metal is the most flexible. So the truly generous are the most pliant and courteous in their behavior to their fellows. ♦ * * The engine of a motor driven street sprinkler in England also is used to operate one pump to fill its tank and another to help scatter the water. * * * Trade unions have made the meeting room, the debating club on economic and social questions; the church of humanity in which all races and creeds must meet on equal terms. * * * The trade union movement asks for and should receive the assistance of all fair- minded men in its efforts to rescue the child from the factory, mill and workshop and place it in the schoolroom. Elect men to Congress who are intelligent, faithful, loyal and true to the cause of labor and to the cause of humanity. — The American Federationist. * * * Some people love to hear themselves talk so well that they would lie awake listening when they talk^in their sleep if they knew they were doing it. * * * Society is composed of* two great masses: those who have more dinners than appetite, and those who have more appetite than dinners. — Chamfort. * * * What this country needs most now is not another Moses to write another Ten Com- mandments, but some citizens to try to live up to the ones he did give. * ♦ * A woman out West has sued an editor for writing “her deceased husband has gone to a happier home.” How is she going to prove that he hasn’t. * * * The union label on any product is a guarantee that the money paid for it will return to the consumer, with interest, in the form of improved social surroundings. * * * The man who loves his fellow-man is not he who drops $5 in the contribution basket in church and gains his wealth from child labor in mills and sweatshops. ♦ * * Higher wages can only be secured by yourself through your trade organization. Any field of endeavor must be organized to be successful. Wake up — it’s time to get busy. ♦ * ♦ Dr. A. J. McKelway, secretary for the Southern States of the National Child Labor Committee, states that there are 1,000,000 children today under the age of sixteen years who are employed in the va- rious industries of this country, in addition to 1,000,000 more in agriculture, only a part of whom are assisting their parents on the farm. Digitized by v^ooQle

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28 The Railroad Telegrapher. Digitized by Google “How many thousands pronounce boldly on the affairs of the public whom God nor man never qualified for such judgment 1” — Watts. M. M. O’Bryan, S. H. Stevenson, J. V. Miller. O. R. T. GROUP — CHICAGO, GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY — MARSHALLTOWN, IA. A labor organization is not a mutual ad- miration society, but an effort on the part of its members to better their economic position in society. * * * United States Senator Kern has been re- tained as attorney for the defense in the alleged dynamite conspiracy trials at Indian- apolis. Other prominent attorneys are to be associated with him. The trials will last probably two months. * * * Judge Hutton, who presided in the so- called Darrow jury bribing case, gave as his reason for not further prosecuting Darrow on the second indictment and the appoint- ment of another judge, that he had a fixed opinion, formed from hearing the testi- mony. Time robs us of many things, but wounds our vanity first by introducing wrinkles and the double chin. * * * Lives there an “Op” with soul so dead Who to himself hath never said: Turn backward, oh Time, and give me mine own — The Morse telegraph, not the “new” Tele- phone ? * * * The opening of the Panama Canal will effect the following saving of distances: Europe to San Francisco, 6,200 miles, and to Valparaiso, 2,100; England to New Zea land, 1,600, and to Australia, 800 miles; New York to Shanghai, 1,400; Montreal to Sydney, Australia, 2,740 miles; New York to Australian ports, an average of 2,400 miles. J. H. Anderson. I. N. McClung. J. W. Elus. O. R. T. GROUP— Q. & C. R C - COLLINSVILLE, .XA. The more a union man tries to advance the labor movement the louder some men with no union asset about them but their cards yell “grafter.”

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THE METEOR’S HONOR. DENHAM! . Verney dropped the paper sharply upon his desk, and, ris- ing. paced the narrow confines of his sanc- tus as, when a little boy, he had often seen tigers pacing up and down their iron barred cages in the circus menagerie. For the name, with its call to other scenes and a wider world, thrilled his soul like the blast of a trumpet. Denham! Alice Denham! Memory harked back to gray, quiet Goderich, and the laughing girl who had caught his fancy in his summer at Menesetung. He could still see the beach as it was that last day they were together, and the girl gazing at him with brown eyes that wavered before his impassioned plea. And then — those careless, protest- ing words of hers that gave him his opportunity. 44 Why do you talk of such things, Harry? We’re good friends, just as we've always been since I can first remember; but you — you’ve never done anything to impress me. You talk of buying me Attrill's Point; and yet a moment ago you were saying that the ‘Meteor' was in debt — that you had shoul- dered the debt for the sake of the chance it gave you. And what you ask now from me, Harry” — and here she smiled — “is just as impossible as it is for you to buy me Attrill's Point, or even to clear the Meteor.'" “Then, suppose I accomplish the impos- sible? Suppose, a year from today, I come to you with the ‘Meteor' debt-free? Alice — what fhr * Will the rest be still im- possible ?" “How can I tell?" she asked. "I might love one man if he came to me penniless ; I might despise another if he brought me a dozen fortunes. How can I tell, Harry?" “I ask a lone chance. Won’t you give me that?” He remembered vividly the long waiting. And then, in a voice scarce audible: “Yes,” she answered. That scene, those words, had lived as vividly as yesterday in his memory during the year since then. And now — here was Old Man Denham — Senator Denham — in- terested in the Chattenham & South West- ern. Verney smiled. % The fact that Alice Denham’s father was a stockholder in the road rather predisposed him to look with favor upon the $ico,ooo bonus which the company asked as an inducement to pass through the city. Or was this the same Denham? Verney ceased his restless pacing; and, sitting down, commenced more carefully to scan the papers. As he did so, a frown clouded his brow. He read on and on ; and all the while the frown deepened, and with each added word he read more slowly, more carefully, and with all the more reluctance to believe. Finally, with a gesture almost of anger, he thrust the crumpled papers into a drawer of the desk, and stared wearily out upon the street. He scarcely noticed when Alderman Mor- rison's portly form filled the outer door- way. The determined slam of the door did not rouse him. It was only when the big man rolled awkardly through the door- way which bore the legend, “Editor and Proprietor. Strictly Private,” that Ver- ney at last looked up. He recognized his visitor with something like foreboding, never for a moment doubting that the call of the vice-president of the Chattenham & South Western concerned the papers he had just been reading. “You're getting out a mighty good paper just now, Harry,* * murmured the vice- Digitized by Google

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30 The Railroad Telegrapher. president, patronizingly, as he mopped the perspiration from his shiny forehead. “Mighty interesting sheet. Glad you're pulling along so well. If you don’t commit suicide by bucking the powerful, you’re go- ing to make good in Chattenham, and no mistake.” Verney answered with a good-humored smile, which hid the suspicions that came to him. J. W. Morrison was not usually so fulsome in his praise. “Thanks,” he answered, shQrtly. “If the ‘Meteor* is making good, I’m glad to have you say so. What’s doing today?” Morrison smiled uneasily, then drew his chair a little nearer, and dropped his voice to a whisper. “Business,” he rejoined. “Plain, every- day business. A friend of mine — we’ll call him Friend No. i — has something in his possession. Another friend — we’ll call him Friend No. 2 — wants it. See?” He paused expectantly. Verney laughed. “You might as well cough it right up, Morrison,” he returned, banteringly, the while he looked his visitor straight in the eyes. Morrison was manifestly ruffled by the editor’s failure to respond as he antici- pated; equally manifest was his anxiety to hide any concern he might feel. “Very well,” lie said at last, very brusquely. “I understand one of your re- porters has secured possession of certain papers which have some bearing on the railway bonus. I thought I would call and talk the matter over with you. I’m right about your having the papers, I suppose?” he added sharply. “I believe you are,” rejoined Verney. “In fact, the papers are in my desk at the pres- ent moment.” Morrison nodded. “Oh,” he commented, carelessly, “I may as well take them with me, if you don’t mind. That’s what I came for. don’t you know.” The editor gazed a moment in thought- ful silence at the big man’s outstretched hand. “As a matter of fact,” he at last an- swered, “we intend to keep the papers.” “The dickens you do!” ejaculated Mor- rison, with a show of heat. “Stolen papers ” Verney smiled straight at him. “You know very well, Morrison,” he re- joined, with a sudden access of sternness, “that those papers were not stolen. They are letters which belong, not to the com- pany, but to the man to whom the com- pany wrote them. That man has turned them over to the ‘Meteor.’ They concern a matter of vital interest. I always sus- pected that that bonus proposition of yours was rotten. Whpn I read those letters for the first time, a few moments ago, I ceased to suspect — I knew. As a journal devoted to the public interests, the ‘Meteor’ must publish them. It has no alternative.” “Publish ! Gad ! You don’t mean ” The vice-president spluttered vengefully. Verney calmly watched him. “Why not?” he rejoined. “Here is Chat- tenham on the verge of voting a hundred thousand dollars to your railway, to in- duce it to come here. You know, and I know, that the people, in their present state of mind, will carry the by-law when it is submitted to them, just because they want the railroad. But, Morrison, do you for one moment imagine they would vote their money away if they knew what these let- ters prove, that they would be voting it away for nothing — that the railway is bound to come to Chattenham, and means to come here anyway, and can’t afford to go anywhere else, for the simple reason that it has already purchased its property here — and, finally, that two of the aity council received a cool thousand each to vote for submitting that by-law? I must publish those letters. There is no way out of the situation but to publish them.” Morrison, his ruddy countenance turned suddenly white, gazed at the young man a moment in angry silence. Then his whole aspect changed. His voice, when he did speak, was insinuating in its smoothness. “See here, Verney,” he said argumenta- tively, “I’ve always been a friend of yours. You’ll admit that. I want to be your friend now. I don’t want to see the ‘Me- teor’ strike a snag just as you’re getting it well under way. It’s foolish in you to Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher 31 take a stand like this, which is bound to antagonize men who are your very best friends.” “I don’t want to antagonize anyone,” Vemey answered slowly, “but the ‘Me- teor’s* honor is at stake.” “And you mean to sacrifice its interests to its honor?” flashed the vice-president, quickly. “Suppose you publish these let- ters? What then? I’ve been working to get you the company’s printing. You’ll be cut out of that. A lot of the biggest and most respected business tnen in Chatten- ham are interested in the road. You’ll lose their advertising. Some of the men behind it are prominent party men. There have been kicks, already I imagine, about the way you’ve been raking the government which you’re supposed to support. Make these men sore, and you’ll have a rival paper here in no time, and one with plenty of capital behind it. You know what that means?” Verney stared moodily at the vice-presi- dent during the pause that followed. The big handkerchief once more come into requisition to mop the beads of perspiration from the visitor’s forehead and neck. “In a big city it wouldn’t matter. There you are expected to knife someone at every turn. But here, every enemy you make counts against you. You know that. You know what money can do. And then, for whom are you doing all this? For the peo- ple. When it’s all done, what will the peo- ple do for you? Ten to one they’ll follow the leaders, and join in hounding you down as a libeller. The people are grateful, you know,” added the Visitor, laughing cynic- ally. “At the best, they’ll present you with a gold-headed umbrella — and then order their printing at the job office. More likely, they’ll forget the umbrella.” Verney stared at him. He knew all this. He knew the power of the men behind the Chattenham & South Western. He had felt the protest of the party leaders; and had pursued his way despite them, speaking out, because he felt that the “Meteor’s” honor demanded that he be fairly and fearlessly outspoken. He shared, in some degree, Morrison’s cynical estimate of popular gratitude. He had lived long enough in the world to learn things. He remained silent a long time, his brows knitted in a sombre frown. Morrison again stretched out his hand “Come,” he urged. “Look at this thin^ sensible. Let me have the papers, and for- get all about them.” Verney shook his head. Yet more even tfian the “Meteor’s” honor hung in the balance. There was the winning of Alice Denham. The thought of that caused him to hesitate. “I can't,” he said at last, his lips tighten- ing to a thin line. “At least, not today,” he added weakly. The contractor laughed. “Very well,” he rejoined, amiably. “Take a day or two to think it over. When you do, I fancy you’ll find that these letters are not really worth publishing. Just hold them back a day or two — say, till Wednes- day. I’ll see you then. Is it a gb?” Verney nodded. Morrison laughed and shambled out. Verney sat a long time in deep thought after the vice-president of the Chattenham & South Western had gone. His soul was a battle ground of fiercely contending emotions. He seemed to be fighting, single handed, against a dozen impelling passions. The thought of many a man who had helped him, who was interested in the Chattenham & South Western — the inter- ests of the “Meteor”— the certainty of what the powerful men behind the road would do to crush his paper if he published the letters — the equal certainty of what they would do to help him if he kept them out. And last, and most, there was his longing for Alice Denham. She had given him a promise on certain conditions, in the assur- ance, he knew, that the fulfillment of those conditions was impossible — and yet, he fondly imagined, cherishing in her own heart the hope that somehow, how she did not know, he would be able to fulfill those conditions, and to claim her. Here was his opportunity. The men be- hind the company wanted these letters sup- pressed. It was in his own hands, he knew, to name his price; and he could name a price that would put the “Meteor” on a Digitized by Google

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32 The Railroad Telegrapher. solid footing. Only one thing stood in the way — the “Meteor’s*' honor. All through the two bitter days that he wrestled with the problem, he lived again the young ambitions he had cherished when he first joined the “Meteor,” a cub reporter, when Morrison owned the sheet ; his vow, that if ever opportunity were his, the “Meteor” would be fair and fearless; the keenness with which he had watched the progress of the paper since he took hold; its struggles, its advances, its approaching triumph, and, above all, its good name. On Wednesday morning, Morrison came back — not alone, but accompanied by Sen- ator Denham. The sight of the great capi- talist was to Verney like a message from home. Alice — the name leapt almost in- stinctively to his lips. But he stifled it* quickly; for he knew it was not a quiet talk with the girl he loved on which he was about to enter, but an ordeal that threat- ened his own and his paper’s honor. He calmly brought forward seats for his visitors, and closed the door of his private office. “Well, gentlemen,” he said, “what can I do for you?” It was Senator Denham who spoke, in slow, deliberate tones. “Morrison has just been speaking to me about some work for our road. You know, xwe will require considerable printing in connection with the bonus by-law here, and — well, we would like to lay the facts be- fore the taxpayers through the columns of your most valuable paper. Most of the rate- payers know that the proposition is a good one, but I dare say there are some who still need to be convinced, and as an agent of conviction — well, there’s nothing can beat printer's ink, to my way of thinking. Eh, Morrison?” The vice-president laughed. The laugh was one which jarred upon Verney’s soul. “I should be pleased to submit figures upon any printing you wish done,” he re- joined calmly. “As to our advertising rates — here is our card.” The capitalist smiled genially. “My dear boy,” he said, thrusting his fingers into his arm-pits, “I don’t think it’s really necessary to go to all that bother. I know the cq$t of printing pretty well. And from my experience,” he went on, empha- sizing every word, “I should say — in fact, I am safe in guaranteeing — that the job will net you just five thousand clear.” The sharp tinkle of the telephone at Ver- ney’s elbow interrupted the long, tense silence that followed. As he caught up the receiver, the editor noted a swift glance passing between the two men. “Hello,” he cried. “Ah, Mr. Hawke.” He cut short the word, and listened in- tently. “I thought you had given me a specific promise,” he protested. “But,” came the clear, smooth tones from the other end of the line, “I have just had an unexpected demand for money. I must meet it, and — well, you understand. It is purely a matter of business. I must be just before I am generous. Shall I count on you tomorrow?” “I am afraid not,” rejoined the editor. He would have said more but for the two men beside him, who could hear every word. “Then — there is only the alternative, which you know,” rejoined the voice over the wire. “I would advise you to raise the money if you can. You have done pretty well, and, upon my soul, I’d be sorry to see you lose everything. I am sorry, Verney,” and the voice thrilled with protest. “But I must be just before I am generous.” The tinkle of the telephone had died away before Verney turned again to his visitors; and when he did so, it was with a face set and tense. “Hypocrite,” he said to himself — for he could read between the lines of Adam Hawke’s protested regret, and he knew that Adam Hawke also, was interested in the Chattenham & South Western. “Five thousand clear,” murmured Den- ham softly, taking up the conversation where they had left it. “A rather steep profit!” commented Ver- ney, laughing mirthlessly. ‘Oh, we want the work well done,” re- joined Denham, with the utmost com- placence. “Item, we’re willing to pay for it. And — oh, by the way, Morrison,” he ex- claimed, as though it v^ere an after- Digitized by vjOOQI-C

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 33 thought, “you might as well take those let- ters you were speaking about. I would like to look them over when we get back to the office.” “Of course, of course,” answered Morri- son, with an oily smile, turning to Verney with hand expectantly outstretched. Verney stared dully at the expectant hand. He understood it all now; and his whole soul recoiled from the insult. And this was Roger Denham — Senator Roger Denham — Alice Denham’s father. “You mean to bribe me?” he demanded, in a tense voice. The senator lifted his brows. “My dear boy!” he exclaimed. “And the five thousand dollars — profit, you call it — is the price you would pay me for betraying the people’s rights?” “No, no, Verney,” hastily protested the senator, with uplifted hand. There was a sound of swishing skirts in the ante-chamber, but Verney did not look up. A moment later his whole soul was thrilled by a voice he knew. “Here we are, dad, right on time. Oh — Mr. Verney ” “Miss Denham,” rejoined the young man, quietly, and rose to proffer his seat. “Just stay outside, Alice, if you please,” interposed the senator, with a touch of sharpness. “We are discussing a little busi- ness. We will be through in a minute. As I was saying, Verney,” he added, turning to the editor, “I meant no such thing as you intimated just now. I am sorry ” Verney gazed stubbornly downward at his desk. “You heard that telephone just now,” he said coldly. “You want to bribe me— and when you heard that telephone, you knew I must take your bribe. You offer me a contract that will make me five thousand dollars profit — which means, that you will give me five thousand dollars for these papers I have in my desk. You know I must take your money, if I am tomorrow to meet my obligations to Adam Hawke. You have set Hawke to put on the screws, after he had already promised me a re- newal. You know that if I don’t pay Hawke, I'll lose the ‘Meteor’ by a forced sale — I’ll lose more than I owe him ; all the work, all the time, all the money I’ve sunk in the paper, and 111 have to start again.” His voice wavered, and he looked down- ward at his desk. There was more. than all this at stake, more than he dared tell these men. The loss of the “Meteor,” the making of a new beginning, he might have borne; but in losing them, he must lose still more. There was Alice Denham. Without the “Meteor” clear, he had no claim upon her, he could not ask her to fulfill her promise; and, after balking her father in his will, even the hope that is bred of despair must vanish. He knew, though he did not look up, that Denham was watching him, confident of ultimate victory. He could not think, save that Alice was this moment within his reach; that if he let these papers pass out of his hands, he was free to come to her tomorrow and claim her, in fulfillment of a promise' which she could not, and would not, break. No man spoke; but Verney, still con- scious of the capitalist’s compelling gaze, drew forth the key, unlocked the drawer at his elbow, and produced the papers. He held them a moment with hands that shook. “Thank you, Verney,” said the senator, quietly. “I shall look these papers over; and if they aren’t what I want, I'll return them tomorrow.” The young man smiled grimly. He knew that Denham was, in his patronizing way, striving to make disgrace the easier for him to bear; striving, perhaps, to save him in the eyes of the dear girl just outside the door, who must be hearing every word. “You know that Hawke is squeezing me,” he muttered dully. “You know that I must pay him tomorrow; that what you offer me is just what I must have. You know that if I can not meet Hawke, I am ruined. You ask me to give you these papers, to take your money — and you know I have no al- ternative but to do it.” He hissed the words fiercely into the great man’s face, and stretched out his hand with the papers. As he did so, the slide behind him shot open, and a grimy face appeared to view. “Copy!” shouted a stentorian voice. Digitized by Google

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34 The Railroad Telegrapher. • There came to him through the open slide the clatter of machines, the scent of printer's ink. He thought of Harrison, of old days and his own old dreams, of the cub reporter who had vowed that when his day came he would fight the people’s bat- tles, to the death if need be. “Here, Tom !” he cried, and held out the papers. Morrison interposed. Verney brushed him roughly aside. “Think a minute, Verney/’ protested the senator. “You’ve got my answer,” rejoined the editor firmly, and his hand clutched the slide as the man beyond it sought to throw it shut. “Those go on the front page, Tom,” he cried. The slide closed with a bang. White- faced, haggard, trembling as from a fever; Verney turned to the two angry men. “Now, tell Hawke to come on,” he said, grimly. “The ‘Meteor’ may be his tomor- row, but it’s mine today. I can begin at the beginning, as better men have done.” And then he glanced up, to see Alice standing in the doorway \.,fh hands out- stretched and the love-light in her eyes. — By Victor Sauriston, in The Voice (Win- nipeg). THE ROMANCE OF TELEGRAPHY. WITHOUT pomp or circumstance, or any of the advertisement that usually heralds a great national or international gathering, there meets every five years one of the greatest and most practical of all international confer- ences that the world has so far been able to agree upon. It is a conference that affects more near- ly and directly the daily life and bread- and-butter interests of the people of the world than all The Hague peace confer- ences or other political gatherings of which the high politicians of the globe have dreamed. At this conference every nation in the world civilized enough to be a user of the telegraph — which, of course, means the whole of the civilized world — is represented, with one most notable exception. That ex- ception is the United States of America. But, though for reasons purely technical and capable only of technical explanation, the United States is not directly represented in the conference, it yet fully shares in the effects of all its deliberations. The International Telegraph Conference discusses and amicably arranges every point of every sort relating to the exchange of telegraphic communications between all tho ends and parts of the earth. If you should wish to travel from Phil- adelphia to, say, Manchuria, or to the in- terior of Argentina or of Persia, you would need to spend quite a little time and anxiety in fortifying yourself with the very necessary permits to insure your reaching your destination unmolested by troublesome customs and military authori- ties, and to reach it in reasonable time. If you wanted to telegraph to these places you would simply go to the nearest telegraph office and hand in your message in the simple and sublime assurance that it would be delivered to your correspondent in Manchuria or Persia or Argentina with- in a few hours, and without the slightest trouble to you or to him. This, though your message might con- vey immensely more important news to him than you could carry if you took the long journey yourself. And you would most likely complain strongly if your telegram were delayed an hour or two, though you in person might be delayed for days at some frontier by some stupid officer. All these delicate matters of the free passage of the telegraphic correspondence of the world all over the world the In- ternational Telegraph Conference arranges. Its work and the result of its work are worthy the pen of the world’s greatest novelist. Though the International Conference meets only once in five years, there exists all the time an International Telegraph Bu- reau, which the conferences direct, that does for the telegraphic communications of the world what The Hague Interna- tional Court of Arbitration may do for the peace of the world — when the millennium is a little nearer. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 35 This bureau is located at Berne, Switz- erland. It is the nerve center of the world’s telegraphs. It is the court of ar- bitration and medium of amicable arrange- ment of all the difficulties that arise in the way of the free interchange of telegraphic correspondence between all parts of the earth. It is a prosaic business office full of infinite poetry. “Berne,” as the bureau is known in every telegraph office in the world, is in closer touch with all the world than are all the world’s rulers and politicians. If revolutionists in Turkey cut the wires, or Japanese admirals iu the East seize the cables, or storms or earthquakes or any other 'cause interrupt the free flow of the world’s telegraphic correspondence, ‘“Berne” is the first to know of it, and “Berne” notifies every telegraph office in the wide world, and immediately sets to work to contrive how best the break may be bridged without offending the national in- terests or susceptibilities of any nation. The first duty of every nation is to no- tify “Berne” of any interruption or altera- tion in its telegraph arrangements. The first duty of “Berne” is to notify every other nation. ““Berne” is the center of everything telegraphic and “CQ,” in the nomenclature of telegraphy, is the circum- ference of everything. A message from anywhere addressed “Berne” finds its way by the quickest route and ahead of every other message to the international bureau, and a message from “Berne” addressed simply “CQ” finds its way ahead of every other message to every telegraphic office in the world. Every city in the world has its recog- nized code. London is “LN,” New York is “NY,” Suez is “SZ,” Montevideo is “MV.” A message sent from Berne addressed simply' “IQ” would quickly find its way Jo Iquique, far away on the west coast of South America. But “CQ” means all stations, and a message from Berne telling, perhaps, of in- terruption to West Indian cables by reason of earthquake, or of the stopping of tele- grams or cipher telegrams to Turkey be- cause of revolution, would be passed from K* one station and government and cable com- pany to another until it reached every tele- graph office in the world. This is only a minor duty of the In- ternational Telegraph Bureau at Berne, but it illustrates the world-wide touch the bu- reau has of the telegraphic communications of the world. And what Berne does in this detail it also does in every other de- tail affecting telegraphic correspondence. Berne is very much more than a mere information bureau. It is an international clearing house and arbitration tribunal. It was created in 1868 as ‘“a central office to collect, arrange and publish information of all kinds relating to international telegra- phy; to circulate requests for modifications of tariffs and service regulations; to give notice of changes adopted and generally to study all subjects and execute all work in- trusted to it in the interest of international telegraphy. Everything relating to the internal telegraph service of the various countries is communicated to Berne, and so to one another; every improvement any country may introduce, all alterations of tariff, opening of new lines and closing of old ones, ail about new experiments, even the times during which offices are open. As showing the minuteness of detail with which Berne deals, it is interesting to note that Berne says that ‘“between all offices of different States the signal for closing is given by the office belonging to the State whose capital is situated furthest west.” This trifling rule illustrates vivid- ly how Berne settles a very possible inter- national quarrel between a Persian operator who may want to hurry home to see his sweetheart, and a Russian telegrapher who, at the usual hour of closing, has still on hand a message from a London merchant ordering a bale of something, by next steamer, from his Parsee agent in Bombay. Every difficulty of that sort that might arise between nations in the transmission of telegrams is dealt with by Berne. The expenses of the Berne bureau are borne by the respective governments, as the order of their telegraphic importance, as de- noted by classes. — Exchange. Digitized by Google

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36 The Railroad Telegrapher. EVERYONE BAFFLED. IN the year 1871 the road which rati from Eltham to Kidbrook consisted of a rather narrow and lonely lane. On either side of it were tall hedges. The locality was rural in character, being much patronized by courting couples. In the early hours of the morning of April 26th, in the year above mentioned, a local police constable on “beat” duty passed slowly through the lane. When about half way down the thoroughfare his attention was attracted by what appeared to be a bundle of clothing lying on the sidewalk a few yards ahead of him. It was then about 4 o’clock. He at once quickened his steps and soon came up with it. The bundle of clothing then resolved itself into the figure of a woman. The constable’s first impression was that the woman was drunk, had collapsed there and fallen asleep. But, turning his light upon her, he was startled to see that she was lying in a pool of blood. He stooped and examined her more closely, when he found that the blood was flowing from some very severe injuries to the head. She had evidently been struck about the head by some sharp instrument. She appeared to be dead. He caught hold of her and endeavored to lift her, when he found that she was still alive. In a scarcely audible voice she said : “Oh, my head — my head! Let me die!” She then relapsed into unconsciousness. The constable thereupon proceeded to summon assistance, whiph he did by springing his rattle, the police whistle of today not then having been introduced. In response to the summons several other constables were soon upon the scene. There was a house not far away, and to it the constables conveyed the still un- conscious woman. A doctor was sent for and everything done that could be done under the circumstances. The woman’s condition was seen to be very grave and it was deemed advisable to keep her at the house for the present while they endeavored to restore consciousness. In this their efforts proved futile, for although the patient remained in the house until the next day, the 27th, she never once became conscious. It was then decided to carefully remove her to a hospital, and she was accord- ingly conveyed to Guy’s. Here every de- vice which knowledge and skill could sug- gest for reviving her was adopted, but still without success. For three days the woman remained dumb and oblivious of her surroundings, when on Sunday, April 30th, she expired. The words heard by the constable who first discovered her, and recorded above, were the only ones she ever uttered. She carried with her the secret of her murder, which has never been cleared up or avenged to the present day. The case was intrusted to Supt. Griffin and Inspector Mulvaney, who promptly distributed among the newspapers a de- scription of the woman and the circum- stances under which she was found. This very soon brought them a visit from a man named William Trott, who lived at Old King street, Deptford, and who iden- tified the deceased woman as his niece. Her name, it appeared, was Jane Maria Clowsen, she was a domestic servant and her age was given as 17. For about two years she had been employed by a Mr. Pook, a printer, of Greenwich. She had, however, recently left his service and gone to live with a Mrs. Hamilton, at Ashburnham road, Greenwich. Mrs. Ham- ilton was a motherly nurse, and she had two daughters living with her. When Jane Clowsen went to reside with Mrs. Hamilton she appears to have con- fided in the latter and her daughters a good deal about her life in the Pook house- hold. She was generally rather depressed, and declared that she had been engaged to the son of Mr. Pook. Gradually the trail of facts was leading the police into the household of the Pooks. The movements of the deceased girl were now made apparent right up to April 25th, the day prior to the discovery in Kidbrook lane. On that day, the 25th, Jane left the house in Ashburnham, in company with Fanny Hamilton, a daugh- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 3 7 ter of Mrs. Hamilton. The two walked to Deptford. On the way Jane laughed and chatted gaily, seeming in excellent spirits. To account for this change in her de- meanor she said that she was going to meet "Ned,” that he had sent for her. Mr. Poole’s son was named Edmund Wal- ter Pook. The two girls parted shortly before 7 in the Hifch street, Deptford, that being the last any of the Hamiltons saw of Jane alive. We shall now return to the scene of the crime, which we shall visit in day- light. We shall look for and find some valuable clews. From the spot in the lane where Jane was found, then, there was a distinct track of footmarks, which led to the brink of a neighboring pond. Upon the surface of the water was blood. It therefore seem- ed clear that the assassin had washed his hands in the pond. A further search of the lane revealed a whistle. Quite near was a building known as Modern College, and upon the grounds surrounding it being examined a hammer was found. This might well have been the weapon employed. So far, the clews. But how did they as- sist in identifying the assassin? The po- lice felt convinced that they pointed un- erringly to a certain person, whom they promptly arrested and charged with the crime. That person was Edmund Walter Pook, known as a bit of a "lady’s man.” Having once fixed upon young Pook, the police proceeded to build up. their case with considerable energy and enterprise. The following were the facts, or alleged facts, which they put forward. Upon examining the shirt which young Pook was wearing on the night of the crime they found slight marks of blood, on the right wristband ; on his trousers were small spots of blood; also a hair 6 inches long, which was said to be identified with the hair of the deceased. They sought to connect the prisoner with the hammer found by stating that he pur- chased it at the shop of a Mrs. Thomas of Greenwich on April 24th, the evidence being confirmed by a witness named Perrin, a comic singer. The evidence concerning the whistle found in Kidbrook lane was peculiar. It appeared that among Pook’s "conquests” was that of a young girl, who lived at Lewisham, and whom he was courting un- known to her parents; their meetings being of a clandestine nature, he was in the habit of making his presence known by blowing a whistle. The police, therefore, argued that the whistle found in Kidbrook lane belonged to Pook. In regard to the supposed "engagement” existing between the deceased and Pook there never was any evidence of this, but the police declared that there had been a secret correspondence between the two. The most difficult task the police had to accomplish was admittedly the connect- ing the prisoner with the scene of the crime. They endeavored to do so in the following manner: They produced a gardener named Lavell, who swore that he saw the prisoner and the deceased near Morden College at 6:50 on the night of the crime, another witness swore that he saw the prisoner and the deceased girl in the lane at 8:30, and that he heard the girl ex- claim: "Let me go I” A third witness, a woman named Ellen Plane, who kept a confectioner’s shop in the vicinity of the lane, swore that be- tween 8 and 9 on the night of the crime the prisoner rushed into her shop in a very excited condition and asked for the loan of a clothes brush, which she lent him; having made some slight use of the brush, he handed it back to her, at the same time declaring he would have to get the remainder of the mud off with a sponge. She further said she saw no mud on him. Now, in these crime mysteries the most difficult task that lays before the police is to legally connect the accused with the scene of the crime, and many a time have they failed to do so. In several such cases within quite recent times they have been beaten by this one "missing link.” If we look into the above evidence in the Pook case we shall soon see how very* unreliable it is. Let us first take the evi- dence of the gardener, Lavell. He says Digitized by Google

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38 The Railroad Telegrapher. he saw the accused at ten minutes to 7 in the lane near Morden College. Now, at that hour in April it is quite dark — it would be very much so in a place like Kidbrook lane. Lavell gives no reason why he should have particularly noticed the accused at the time. This evidence can very well be tested by the reader passing through a dark lane, casually glancing at a particular or any passerby, and then try and recall his or her personal appearance several days after. But the evidence of the man who swore he saw the accused at 8:30 is even less reliable. While as to the exclamation : “Let me go!” why that is just the sort of cry that might proceed from any court- ing couple passing through the lane. The evidence of Ellen Plane is reqlly al- most absurd. Is it conceivable that any man, having recently committed murder, would be so foolish as to enter a lighted shop near the scene of his crime for the trivial purppse of borrowing a clothes brush? It is impossible in the very ex- treme. But why try to brush off mud ? But if, as the witness avers, there was no mud on him, her evidence is even more inex- plicable still. Let us now deal with some of the re- butting evidence produced by the defense. We have seen, then, how the witness, La- vell, swore that he saw the accused in Kidbrook lane at 6:50. Against this we have the evidence of Fanny Hamilton, who swore that she did not part with Clowsen on High street, Deptford, until 6 145. There was an intelligent and reliable witness, and there existed no reason for doubting her word. She certainly had no interest for tell- ing anything but the truth. The distance between High street, Dept- ford, and Kidbrook lane is about three miles. So that in the space of five min- utes Jane must have met Pook and trav- eled three miles with him, or at all events have traveled three miles and then met him. Not bad pedestrainism for a girl! The witness Perrin, who swore to the purchase of the hammer, was easily shaken in the witness box, and proved to be a most unreliable witness, who was drawing on his imagination. Much the same may be said of the whistle, which the police failed to in any way connect with a whis-% tie owned by Pook. In fact, both the hammer and the whis- tle were very much in “the air.” The bloodstains found on the shirt of Pook were quite satisfactorily explained away by the undeniable fact that he was sub- ject to epileptic fits, and during which at- tacks he would bite his tongue until it bled. Finally and convincingly there was proved an alibi by two thoroughly trust- worthy witnesses, that could in no way be shaken. It is, therefore, not surpris- ing to learn that it took the jury but twenty minutes to return a verdict of “not guilty.”— From Pearson's Weeekly. UP SALTPETER CREEK. THE Chinese cook had spilled hot bean soup on Harry Barry’s immac- ulate white shirt front, and the scared Celestial had escaped from the room under a fusilade of pistol shots that all found lodgment in the qak beamed ceiling. “You ought not to put on that biled shirt till after supper,” admonished the Crane as the wrathful Harry wiped the soggy mess from his bosom. “It’s taking a risk wear- ing anything decent at this table nowa- days.” “And why?” exploded Harry, mindful of the fact that this was his only clean white shirt and his call upon the pretty Widow Clancy must lack that sartorial compliment. “The chink’s in love,” was the Crane’s reply. “In love?” “Who with?” “Didn’t know there was a Chinese girl within a thousand miles of the Lone Bull.” “Can’t he find any other way of express- ing his love than by acting like a blamed idiot?” Of course this last remark came from Harry Barry, who was consuming what remained of the soup in his plate. “They generally do — only it takes differ- ent forms,” observed Gabriel mildly. A chuckle ran around the table. Under cover of its good nature Wah Sung pushed open the swinging door, peered fearfully Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 39 around the edge and sidied in with a great dish of steaming hot potatoes. Perhaps he was nervous, it might be that he was in love. At . any rate, when his mild brown orb met the steely glare of Harry Barry’s usually arrtiable eyes he set the dish of potatoes upon the table with such frantic haste that the largest and hottest rolled from the pyramid and landed upon Mr. Barry’s hand. Wah Sung emitted a desolate wail as Harry Barry leaped from his chair and caught him by the neckband of his cotton blouse and shook him vigorously. “Suffering cats! What’s the matter with you?” yelled Mr. Barry excitedly. “Can’t you throw down a dish of potatoes with- out stampedin’ ’em all over the table?” “Me solly — velly solly,” moaned Wah Sung. “That helps a lot/* observed Harry bit- terly. “Me sick in the head — velly sick in the head; me do* know what to do,” added Wah Sung pitifully. T'.e cattleman’s quick sympathy was to the fore at once. “What’s the matter, boy? Have you told the boss that you’re sick?” “No, no; me no tell anybody. Me velly sick here.” Wah Sung placed both yellow hands over his heart. “It go what you call lickerty splitty — lickerty splitty all time.” “It’s your heart, boy, not your head. You want to see doctor, eh?” Wah Sung writhed bashfully under the gaze of seven pairs of eyes. “No — no see doctor,” he mumbled, edging toward the door. “Me alle light velly soon. Me go for walk. Excuse, I get rest supper.” “Going for a walk, eh?” questioned Ga- briel sharply. “You think a walk up Salt- peter creek do you good, Wah Sung?” The Chinaman shivered as with ague, and his countenance turned from yellow to gray. His lips parted in an attempted smile as he shook his head. “Oh, no, no, me no never walk up Sal’peder creak! Me walk velly difflunt way!” “Humph! Let him go, Harry,” was Ga- briel’s advice. When the Chinaman’s slip- pers were once more slapping around the kitchen floor Harry Barry resumed his seat and joined the broad grin that went around the table. “What it it — love?” he inquired. “You oughter know, being a sort of judge of symptoms,” commented Jim Lewis dryly. “What about yourself?” retorted Harry Barry. “You oughter know — been married three months, haven’t you?” “Stop your wranglin’, boys,” interpolated the Crane, unjoining his lean form and tak- ing advantage of Wah Sung’s absence from the room to express his opinion. “Listen to me, I’ve seen the chink going up the creek every afternoon after dinner.” “What is there up Saltpeter creek?” asked Jim Lewis, lighting a cigarette. “Nothing but the springs that I know of.” “Anybody ever been beyond the springs?” It seemed that none of them had ever followed the rocky trail beyond the springs that gave name to the creek. “Somebody told me that there used to be a prospector’s hut up there in the thicket. I’ve never been there, though and couldn’t say.” “If Wah Sung’s in love why don’t he marry his girl and live happily ever af*'/r ?” commented Harry impatiently. “Afraid of the boss probably. You know Chinese families are not very popular here- abouts.” “Plenty of room on the ranch. There’s that little cabin down in the three-mile pasture. It’s not far from the bunkhouse, and Wah Sung could cook just the same and not act so confoundly idiotic over it.” “You’re appointed a committee of one to see Wah Sung and straighten the matter out,” observed Gabriel as he followed the rest of the cattlemen out of doors, and, al- though Harry Barry made no assent, he was very thoughtful while he went upstairs to his room and removed the soup laden shirt and put on a gray flannel one, which after all was much more becoming to him than the glossy white one. On his way out he stopped in the kitch- en where Wah Sung was frantically wash- ing dishes. “You married, Wah Sung?” he asked sharply. Digitized by v^ooQle

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40 The Railroad Telegrapher. The Chinaman jumped nervously at the question and shook his head in such rapid negatives that his cue lashed back and forth like the tail of an angry cat. “Mallied? Me? Oh, no, no, no, no! Me no like gals — me not mallied, oh, no!*’ ‘You ‘got a girl?” “Oh, no, no, no!” “Why not? You think boss not like you have a girl ?” “Oh — he not like Chinese gal. Me no have gal till me go back to Canton some day." “I don’t think he’d care if you wanted to get married, Wah Sung. There’s a nice little house down in the pasture, and you could come up and cook every day. Why don’t you tell the boss?” “Me no like gals — me no want get mallied,” 'persisted Wah Sung. As he rode over the well worn trial that led to the Widow Clancy’s ranch, Harry Barry was firmly convinced that the Chinaman had been lying to him. It was a bright moonlight night, and he resolved to ask Mrs. Clancy to ride with him up Salt- peter creek and investigate what lay be- yond. The romance involved might lure her into the evening ride. It did. She was warmly interested in the story of the despairing Chinaman, and the suspected love affair that might be at the bottom of his erratic actions. “How long has he acted that way, Har- ry?” she asked, as they rode side by side up the trail, her hand in that of her sweet- heart’s. “About three months. Ever since he came back from a month’s leave of absence. He went to San Francisco, and he’s acted like a crazy flea ever since,” and he told her the story of the bean soup, and the con- versation that followed. “Poor fellow,” sighed Mrs. Clancy, and Harry Barry leaned over and kissed her lips. When they reached the springs they could see that the trail entered a thicket of thorns, but Harry investigated and found that the way had been cunningly cleared of thorns, so that a person might pass through. They left their horses at the springs, and Harry, leading the way. they pushed through the thicket to emerge on the other side into an open sandy space dropping down the hillside that formed one boundary of Lone Bull ranch. A faint light pricking through the gloom of another thicket on the hillside lured them down until they stood before a small cabin thatched with branches and almost concealed from the view of the casual passerby. “There is a window. You look, dear,” said Harry Barry, and as his sweetheart hesitated he added: “You know it’s to help ’em along if it’s necessary.” Then Mrs. Clancy looked through a cor- ner of the pane from which the calico inner curtain had swung back, revealing the interior of the one-roomed cabin. She looked and looked, finally reaching out and drawing Harry toward her until their faces touched. They looked upon a little home. It might have been picked up out of any city in China and dropped there on this lonely Montana hillside. What marvelous force had enabled the small Chinaman to secretly bring from great distances all the little household gods that meant home to him? Love, of course. , The walls were hung with gaily printed cottons, and in one corner where a small altar had been erected for his ancestral tablets there was a square of rich silk em- broidery. Little bronze vessels stood on the altar, and on a bracket there was an image of a favorite household god, with an offer- ing of incense smoking before it A roll of quilts was on the built-in bed or bunk in one corner, matting covered the rough floor, a couple of Chinese chairs were there and a low table. There was a row of quaint Oriental porcelain dishes on a shelf and odd cooking utensils of copper and a brand new American cook stove of the smallest dimensions. That was not all. There in one of the chairs sat the daintiest little Chinese woman you ever saw. In her arms she held a yellow morsel of babyhood, who was star- ing up at Wah Sung with beady black slanting eyes and sucking its thumb con- tentedly. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 41 Last of all there was Wah Sung — not the craven, panic-stricken cook of the Lone Bull ranch, but a Chinaman invested with the dignity of the head of a household. He was smiling down at the baby, with nothing but love in his mild brown eyes. “Poor devil !” whispered Harry Barry crossly, because his own eyes were full of tears and his sweetheart was wiping the tears from her pretty blue eyes. . “Poor?” challenged Mrs. Clancy, draw- ing him back to the springs and their waiting horses. “Man alive, Wah Sung is rich ! Let us go straight to Boss Clin- tock and tell him that Wah Sung is mar- ried and that he must give them the cabin in the pasture.” “Of course, he’ll do it. But if he shouldn’t?” teased Harry. “I’ll hire Wah Sung myself and build a Chinese temple for them to live in and dedicate it to the god of love,” declared the Widow Clancy. — By Clarissa Mackie, in The Artisan . AT 8IXTY BELOW ZERO. I ASKED an old Alaskan poineer what happens when the thermometer goes down to sixty and eighty degrees below zero. He replied, calmly, that the sensation was not at all disagreeable and that exposure was not dangerous provided a person took care of himself. “At sixty below,” he said, “the exposed ear, hands or nose will freeze in going a quarter of a mile under ordinary cir- cumstances, but the children go and come from school as usual without suffering from cold, provided their faces and hands are protected. They soon get used to it But caution must always be used to avoid drawing the cold air into the lungs, and it is dangerous to breathe through the mouth. “More die from pneumonia brought on by freezing the lungs in that way than from any other form of exposure. Horses are protected by breathing bags which extend down from the nose of the animal about 18 inches and are open at the bottom. The breath which is exhaled warms the air in the bag before- it is inhaled and drawn into the lungs. And men wear a ‘parkey* or hood which extends over the face and affords similar protection. In the Canadian districts the Northwest mounted police regulate the treatment of horses on the freight wagons and stage lines in a most humane manner, so as to prevent them from suffering in this way. “When the temperature is sixty below, an ordinary piece of iron, brass or other metal brought into a warm room will be immediately enveloped in a cloud of vapor, and will steam like the outside of a pitcher in which ice water has been placed. This is caused by chilling the moisture of the room by contact with cold metal, and it produces a miniature fog, just as an ordinary fog is created by a cold breeze blowing over a sheet of water. It is, of course, dangerous to touch anything metal- lic with the naked hand in that tempera- ture, because the flesh will adhere to it. “Experienced frontiersmen prevent ill ef- fects from frost bites by the use of ordi- nary petroleum. If a frozen hand or foot is immersed in oil, the frost will be drawn out. This is absolutely a safe remedy, but it may require several hours. It takes about as long for the oil to draw the frost out of the flesh as it does lor the flesh to freeze. I have seen men whose hands were as white and stiff as marble snap and crackle when they were placed in the oil, but in a few hours they were >s good as ever, and all trace of the frost was removed. “Refined petroleum begins to thicken at a temperature of forty below; crude pe- troleum at about thirty below, and at sixty degrees both will become as thick as lard and can be cut out of a can with a knife in chunks just like lard or butter. No lamp will burn in a temperature lower than eighty degrees. “At a low temperature the snow does not adhere to fur and clothing unless they are warm, but will brush off like sand.” — Chicago Record-Herald. In union there is strength, and in strength there is knowledge, and in knowl- edge there is health, and in health there is happiness, and all sensible people want to be happy.— Exchange. Digitized by v^ooQle

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42 The Railroad Telegrapher. A BLUNDER HAPPILY RIGHTED. IT lay on the massive settee in the hall, an innocent looking parcel, flat and somewhat square. Three of War- ' wick’s letters lay on top of it, neatly, as the hall boy had placed them; also his weekly paper from home. Warwick glanced at the letters, again at the clock, tossed off his hat, coat and gloves and carried the whole lot, parcel, letters and paper, into the comfortable study and dropped into a deep chair. There was an hour before the crowd would arrive. Everything was ready. The spread would be sent up at 8:30 sharp. He hoped Stanton would be able to get away. He liked Stanton. The boy needed a good friendly grip just now. He knew himself what it was to be in New York a stranger. Money could not give one the password that admitted one to the inside of things, the “getting next to the itness of all,” as Stanton said. And if the right path did not open and one happened to be lonely there were others wide and welcoming. Warwick knew. The boy was young and clever. The only thing that ailed him was too much money and the confidence he had therein. He was a bit handy with it all — the whirl and the swing and the chance for big success. Warwick had kept an eye on him for weeks, measuring and judging him, and now he was satisfied. All the boy needed were directions and a cool hand checking him now and then, and he would win out. Warwick opened the weekly paper from home and smiled to himself at the familiar heading, the Weekly Visitor. Ever since he could remember the Weekly Visitor had visited regularly at the quiet, big gray house that crowned Warwick’s hill, up in Hills- boro, N. H. And Stanton was from the country, too, some place out West, out in Nebraska. He wondered if he had a weekly paper, too, to keep him in touch with the old world, and the ethics and standards of something besides New York. The lettters were unimportant. He took up the parcel and slipped off the card. Laundry probably. He had not ordered anything. The paper fell to the floor, and he sat staring at the thing in his hands. It was a pink, delicate, shimmering, silken thing. He stood up and shook it out to its full length. It reached to the floor. It was not a bath robe. It could not possibly be a smoking jacket. It was a Roman’s gar- ment, unmistakably. The texture was the softest Japanese crepe, the silk interwoven around the sleeves and neck in a border of golden butterflies. There was no mark on it nor on the paper. Warwick looked carefully. The doorbell buzzed imperatively, once, twice and a long one. That was Billy Trainor’s ring. Warwick hesitated, cast the pink silk thing behind him on the chair and opened the door. Billy stepped in smilingly, interrogatively looked around the room and spied the pink silk thing. “Rex,” he said reproachfully. “Why, Rex !” “It was left here by mistake,” said War- wick, hastily. “The hall boy did it. What is it?” Billy lifted it by the shoulders and beamed with the appreciative eye of a connoisseur. “It’s a kimono, the real imported article. No bargain sale. Who’s the lucky lady?” The doorbell * buzzed again. Warwick took the kimono with deliberate fore- thought, went to the wardrobe in his dress- ing room and concealed it therein. “It’s Stanton,” Billy announced, “and the rest.” Warwick played the host with more inner discomfort than ever before in his life. It was not the mere fact of the mistake that troubled him nor that he minded the boys knowing of it, but he didn’t want to see that particular (what had Billy called it?) kimono handled and laughed about and speculated over. Somewhere there must be the girl who wanted that kimono. He hoped shejwas a brunette. Pink was the best for brunettes. Not too much of a brunette, perhaps with blue eyes or gray — yes, gray— a gray eye or so. Billy was pushing back the chairs and taborets for the spread. Stanton was sing- ing at the piano. Out in the kitchenette Yates and Rogers and the Danforths were Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 43 rummaging for dishes and knives and forks. Big De Veau was up on the divan, with its red Turkish cover draped pictur- esquely about him, reciting some original poetry. “Rex, don’t you own a decent tablecloth, you beggar?” called Yates. Warwick smoked without replying. Through the haze he saw the brunette girl with the pink kimono about her smiling deliciously like a geistat — no, he didn’t want her to be a geisha — smiling, well, just as a girl should smile when she had the right one to smile at. Stanton left the piano and came over. “Say, you’re a prince to get me here to- night,” he said. “I didn’t know you had a place like this. Beats hotels, doesn’t it? What do you call it?” “Studio apartment,” said Warwick, lazily — “half den, half home, not confined to bachelors. I like it. When a fellow’s had a home it always sticks to him a bit. There's a Jap comes in and cleans up for me, and if I want a meal I can have it.” “I — I am going to housekeeping, too,” be- gan Stanton, awkwardly. “Honeymoon ?” Warwick’s eyes lighted with amusement. He had not dreamed the boy had gone so far. “No, not as bad as that,” Stanton hesi- tated, glancing at the. joyous crowd about the piano. “It’s my sister. Mother’s sent her on to take care of me until she can come herself. I guess they didn’t get very good accounts of their little boy in Man- hattan. But I wrote home and told them about you and what sort of a chap you were and how you had taken me under your w’ing, and I promised to cut out the hotel and — well, a whole lot of things mother didn’t like the flavor of, and to- day—” “Whoopee!” yelled Yates from the dress- ing room. “I’ve found Warry’s tablecloth. It’s a dream!” Warwick sat up and dropped his cigarette. Waltzing dizzily, radiantly, wickedly out from the dressing room came Yates, ar- rayed in the pink silk kimono. There was a silence, then a long-drawn howl of de- light from the crowd. They caught Yates in their arms, and swept him up on the center table. They handed him a Samoan fan of dyed plumes and a Mexican peaked hat. * Trainor at the piano crashed into the “San Toy” overture. And suddenly War- wick stood up, white and mad, mad clear through that they should dare even in jest to touch anything that belonged to the dear, unknown girl, the brunette with the gray eyes. “Take that off,” he said. The music stopped short, but not from his words. Every face in the crowd was turned toward the door of the hall, and Yates looked helpless and miserable. War- wick turned, too, and held his breath. She stood in the doorway, one hand lifting aside the heavy drapery. Behind her was George, the colored hall boy. Her face looked startled, and yet there was amusement, too, in the wide gray eyes, as they glanced from face to face and finally rested on Yates. “There is some mistake, I think,” she said gently. “George tells me a parcel of mine was left here tonight. I have only moved here today, and he made a mistake. I think that gentleman has on my kimono.” Wretched, limp and apologetic, Yates was assisted from the table and divested of the pink silk gown. “I am sorry to spoil your amusement” — she stopped and turned her "head toward Warwick as the host, when all at once her eyes met Stanton’s. “Marjorie!” he gasped. “Marjorie, you blessed kid!” Silently and discreetly the crowd averted its composite face while Stanton kissed Marjorie ecstatically. Warwick looked un- happy. “Boys,” cried Stanton, “this is my sister, all the way from Nebraska to Manhattan to take care of her little brother.” “Mother is here, too,” Marjorie explained, blushing at the effusive welcome accorded her. “We had the address of these apart- ments, and you wrote that they were very nice, you know, and that Mr. Warwick lived here — ” “That’s Warwick,” interposed Stanton. “He’s a bully fellow.” Warwick bowed. Suddenly he felt a great, supreme gladness steal over him. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 44 She had gray eyes, Stanton's sister from Nebraska. “So we came right here from the depot, and mother wanted to surprise you by hav- ing everything ready. I bought my kimono on the «*ray here, because our trunks haven't come yet, and the boy made a mis- take delivering it. We have the apartment just across the hall." “Boys,” cried Stanton, “come on to the apartment across the hall and be introduced. You've got to make us welcome, because we've come to stay." Decorously and quietly the crowd crossed to the apartment next door. With dignity and beautiful grace they were introduced to Stanton's mother and to Stanton's home, and Stanton knew he was accepted and ad- mitted forever to the “itness of things." But Warwick sat in a corner watching Marjorie make tea, tea from his teapot, which the Jap servant had brought over, and over the back of her chair hung the pink silk kimono. He was wondering how she would look in it. “Sugar?” she asked. “One or two, Mr. Warwick?" “Two,” said Warwick, with a half- suppressed sigh. “Say, do you know Mar — Miss Stanton, I’m awfully glad you're a brunette with gray eyes." “Why?” Marjorie's head bent lower over the teapot. Tea-making does require so much attention. “Because,” said Warwick, “pink is so be- coming to that type.'' “And to Mr. Yates' type, too," laughed Marjorie, but her face was flushed as she slipped the pink kimono around her, over her gray traveling suit, and poured the tea a la Japanese for the crowd and for War- wick. By Izola Forrester. THE LAST OF THE OLD GUARD. I NEVER found it very hard to get into trouble; as far back as I can remem- ber, that has come easy for me. When this happened I hadn't been railroading a month, and I was up on the “carpet" with my conductor, sweating from sheer grogi- ness and excitement. The job of head brakenian on a moun- tain division is no great stake for a man ordinarily, but it was one for me just then, and we knew when we went into the Super- intendent’s office that somebody was to get fired; the only question was, Who? The train crew or the operator? Our engine crew was out of it; it was up to the con- ductor and me. Had the operatqr displayed red signals? The conductor said “No,” I said “No;” the operator said “Yes," but he lied. We couldn’t prove it; we could only put our word against his, and what made it worse for me, my conductor was something of a liar himself. I stood beading with a cold sweat, for I could see it was going against us; the superintendent, an up-to-date railroad man, every inch ; and all business, but suspicious, was leaning the operator's way the strong- est kind. There wasn’t another soul in the little room, as the three of us stood before the superintendent’s desk, except a passenger conductor who sat behind us, with his feet on the window ledge, looking out into the yard. “Lynch’s record in this office is clear," the superintendent was saying of the operator, who was doing us as smooth as smokeless powder; “he has never, to my knowledge, lied in any investigation, but Carman,” continued the superintendent, speaking bluntly to my conductor, “you've never told a straight story about the Long- mont switching matter yet. This man is a new man," he added, throwing a hard look at me; “ordinarily, I'd be inclined to take the word of two men against one, but I don’t know one at all, and the other has done me once. I can’t see anything for it but to take Lynch's word and let you fel- lows both out. There wasn't any wreck, but that's not your fault for a minute.” “Mr. Wright,” I protested, speaking up to the division boss in a funk, the prospect of losing my job that way, through a lying operator, took the heart clean out of me; “you don't know me, it is true, but I pledge you my word of honor ” “What do I know about your word of honor?” asked the superintendent, cutting into me like a hatchet; “I don't know any Digitized by VjOO^LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 45 more about your word of honor than I do about you.” What could I say ? There were men who did know me, but they were a long way from me then. I glanced about me, from his face as gray as the fog that enveloped the yard, to Carman, shuffling on the carpet; then to Lynch, as study as a successful liar, taking my job and my reputation at one gulp; then to the tall passenger conductor, but he was looking out of the window. 44 What do I know about your word of honor?” repeated the superintendent; Car- man, take your man and get your time.” A wave of helpless rage swept over me. The only thing I could think of was strang- ling the lying operator in the hall — then someone spoke. “Show your papers, you fool.” It came as calm as sunshine and cold as a northwester, from the passenger con- ductor behind me, but it pulled me out into line like a bugle call. I felt my English all at once. Everybody heard him and looked my way ; again it was up to me, and this time I was ready for the superintendent, or for the whole division for that matter. I had forgot all about my papers, until the dark passenger conductor spoke ; I put my hand in the bosom of my shirt for a piece of oilskin — it was all I had left — and laid it on the superintendent's table; un- folded it jealously, and took out a medal and a letter that in spite of the carefullest of wrapping was creased and sweated, but the letter was from my captain, and the bit of bronze was the cross. “Have you been in the army?” he asked, curtly. “Yes, sir.” He scowled a minute over Roosevelt’s scrawl, then laid it down and picked up the bit of bronze. ‘‘Where did you get this?” he asked. “At San Juan, sir,” I replied. The grim old passenger conductor kept looking out of the window. “What are you doing here?” “Came to learn the railroad business;” his brows went easy like. “You say you had your head out of the cab window and saw the white signal?” “I saw the white signal.” The superintendent looked at Lynch. “We’ll adjourn this thing,” said he, “at least until I look into it a little further; for the present, go back to your rups.” We never heard any more of it. Carman got out of the office in a hurry. I stopped to pick up my stuff and to thank the pas- senger conductor, but Frank Denman had gone. It was a queer deal then, on the whole division those days; it was a case of wide open from end to end. Everybody on the line was giving the company the worst of it — from directors to car tinks. The sec- tion hands hooked the ties from the main- tenance; the painters drank the alcohol for the shellac; the purchasing agent had more fast horses than we had locomotives; and what made it hard for the conductors, the auditors stole what little money the boys did turn in. A hard place to begin railroading, then, the old line, but that’s where I had to tackle the game, and in all the hard crowd I mixed with, Frank Denman was the only big man on the division. There were others who fixed the thing up by comparing notes on their collections and turning in percentages to make their reports look right, but Frank Denman was never a conspirator ; he never made a con- fident of any man in his stealings or his spendings, and despised their figuring. He did as he pleased and cared for no one ; no superior had any terror for Frank. He had a wife somewhere back in the mountains, they said, who had sold him out; that’s why he lived among free and easy men a lonely life. If anyone ever got close to him, I think maybe I did. I had just been made a freight conductor, when the lightning struck the division. It came with a clean sweep through the general offices over the river. Everybody in the auditing department; the executive heads down to general manager, and a whole raft of conductors. It was a shake out from top to bottom, and the bloods on our division went white and sickly very fast. Of course, it was somebody’s gain. When the heads of our passenger conductors be- gan to drop, they began to set up the freight Digitized by Google

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46 The Railroad Telegrapher. men. Beach had resigned in the early part of the year, and Davis, his assistant, an ex- conductor, and as big a thief as there was on the pay roll, let the men out right and left with the sole idea of saving his own scalp. By the time I was put up to a passenger train, the old force was pretty much cleared out except Denman ; every day we looked to see him go. Everybody loved him be-^ cause he was a master railroad man, and everybody was apprehensive about his fu- ture but Frank himself. I never knew until later that Davis, with all his bluff and bluster, was enough afraid of Denman to let him alone. The matter, though focussed up one day in the old office in an unexpected way. Davis' seat got so hot, that bedeviled by his fears of losing it, and afraid to discharge Frank, he cowered; called him to his office — then asked him to resign. In all the storm that ranged on the divi- sion, the old conductor remained calm. He was through it all, the shining mark; the dare-devil target ; yet he bore a charmed life and survived every last associate. When Davis asked him for his resigna- tion, Frank, bitter and angry, faced him with black words in his throat. “It’s come to a showdown, Frank,” mut- tered the assistant after a minute’s talking, “do you want to resign?” Frank eyed the river coldly, “No.” “You’ll have to—” “Have to? Who says so?” Frank, with a curse, whirled as a storm. “Why should I resign? Resign?” He rose from his chair. “You know I’m a thief, you’re one yourself; you helped to make me one; I’ve done more thieving work for you than for anyone else on the division. I don’t resign for anybody; discharge me, damn you, dis- charge me; I don’t ask any odds of you.” Davis met it sullenly, yet he didn’t dare do anything. He knew that Frank could ruin him any day he chose to open his mouth; what he did not know was that Frank Denman was moulded in a class of men different from his own ; even dishonor was safe in his hands. There was no change after that, except that Frank, darker, moodier, lonelier than ever, moved along on his runs, the last of the old guard. So he rode, grim old pri- vateer with his letters of marque on the company’s strong box, and Davis trembled night and day, till at last that day came that fear had foretold him; a clap of thun- der struck the old office, and Davis* head fell low; Frank Denman sailed boldly on. I was extra passenger man when G. E. Prussell came to us. He came from the West, and we heard great things about the new superintendent and what would hap- pen when he got into the saddle. For three months he sat in the saddle without a word or act to show that he was thinking; then there came from the little room an order that swept from right to left; from trainmaster to wrecking boss: the last one of the old guard went — except Frank Denman. The day the order was bulletined, he sent for Frank; sent word by me that he wanted to see him. “What do you want me for?” I asked. “Come on,” he repeated, and greatly against my inclination, I went up into the office with him; I looked for a scene. “Frank, you’ve been running here a long while, haven’t you?” Prussell began. “About nineteen years,” he answered. “There’s been some lively shakeouts on the system lately, hasn’t there?” Frank looked at him coldly. “I’m trying to shape things here for a new deal.” “Don’t let me stand in your way,” blurted Frank. “That’s what I wanted to see you about.” “It needn't take long,” he growled. “Then I’ll tell you what I want — ” “I don’t resign ; you can discharge me any minute.” “I wouldn’t ask any man to resign if I wanted to discharge him ; don’t make a mis- take like that. I suppose you will admit that there is room for improvement in the running of this division?” Frank never twitched. “A whole lot of improvement,” Prussell added with perceptible emphasis. It came from the new superintendent as a sort of gauntlet, and Frank picked it up. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 47 ‘ I guess that’s right enough,” he replied, candidly, “there’s room for a whole lot of improvement, and if I sat where you do, I’d fire every man who stood in the way of it, too.” “That’s why I’ve sent for you,” Prussell resumed. “Then drop this useless talk, and give me my time.” “You don’t understand me yet, Frank I want you to give up your run ; I want your friend Kramer to take it — ” A queer shadow went over Frank’s face. When Prussell began, he was getting a thunderstorm on, somehow the way it ended ; the way it was coming about — put- ting me in his place — I, the only boy on the division that he cared a rap about; it struck him as it struck me, all in a heap. He couldn’t say a word; his eyes went out of the window into the mountains; something in it looked like fate ; for my part I felt murder guilty. “What I want you to do, Frank,” added Prussell evenly, “is to come into the office here with me, and look after the train crews; just at present I have got to lean considerably on a trainmaster ; do you want the job?” The silent conductor turned to stope. “The men who own the road are new men, Frank; they didn’t steal it. They bought it and paid for it. They want a new deal, and they propose to give a new deal to the men. They will pay salaries that a man can live honestly on ; they will recognize no excuse for knocking down ; they w'ant what is coming to them, and they propose the men shall have their* share of it in the pay checks. “But there’s more than that in it. They want to build up the operating force as fast as it can be built, from the men in the ranks; I aim to start on this division; if you’re with me, hang up your coat here the first of the month and take the train crews.” Prussell granted himta week to think the matter over, and Frank left the office groggy; he couldn’t seem to focus on the situation. The news became noised about; became known that Frank, admittedly the brainiest of the old guard, and most capable, had been singled out for promotion. When they met again in the middle of the week, it was with a greater feeling of cordiality. “I’m not sitting in judgment on what was done last year,” Prussell said plainly, “it’s what is done this year and the next that will count in this office.” And the conductors, thinking there was a chance; believing that if they did their work right, there was a chance for promo- tion, began to carry their lanterns as if they had more important business than holding up stray fares. Meanwhile, Frank hung on to his old run. Somehow it seemed as if it had grown a part of him and he couldn’t give it up. When he told Prfissell at the end of the week that he would like to have another week to make his decision, the superintend- ent waived it to him. He didn’t seem to take the humor the way one would expect. Always silent, he grew more than that ; sombre and dejected ; we never saw a smile on his face. Everybody began to make a great deal of Frank; some of the boys called him train- master and told him to give up his punch to me. However, before the thing had focussed up as the new superintendent expected, I was ordered south to bring in a Shriners’ Special, and I rode out on Frank’s train. The sleepers were fairly well filled, all ex- cept the last one, and when Frank had worked his train and walked into the state- room to sort his collections, I followed him. We sat for half an hour, alone and un- disturbed, but he wouldn’t talk. We made Crawling Stone after midnight, and I was still sitting alone in the open stateroom, when I saw Frank’s green- hooded lamp coming down the darkened aisle; he walked in, put his lamp on the floor, sat down and threw his feet on the cushions. He had a heavy train and the wind was high. “How’s Allan tonight?” he asked, lean- ing back as if he hadn’t seen me before, in his old teasing way. He played light heart sometimes, but it was easy seeing, that night, it was more than played; it seemed so unnatural. Digitized by Google ^

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48 The Railroad Telegrapher. “All right,” I returned, “how’s Frank?” He pulled the window shade and looked out. There was a moon and the night was bright, only windy. “What are you going to do with Prussell’s offer, Frank?” I asked. “Do you want my punch, Allan?” “You know better than that, don’t you?” I replied. “I guess so.” “You’re blue tonight, what’s the matter?” I asked. He shifted, and it wasn’t quite like him to shift “I’m going to quit the road.” “Quit? What do you mean? You’re not going to throw over this trainmaster offer ?” “What’s the use,” he went on slowly, “how can I take charge of conductors ; talk to conductors? How can I discharge a con- ductor for stealing when he knows I’m a thief myself? They know it; Prussell knows it; there’s no place among men for a thief.” “Frank, you take it too hard. Every- thing ran wide open here; you’re the best railroad man on this division, everybody old and new admits that.” “I ought to be a railroad man,” he sighed, “I held down a division on the Southern when I was 27 years old. I was train- master at 30; I’m 49 now and a thief. The woman that ditched me is dead; the man she ran away with is dead; my baby is dead long ago.” He was looking out as he spoke, at the mountain ashen in the moonlight In the car the passengers were hard asleep, and we heard only the slew of the straining flanges, and the muffled beat of the heavy truck under us. “There’s no law on earth that will prevent a man leaving the track once in a while,” I argued, “and there’s none that will keep him from righting his tracks when the chance is offered. I say a man’s bound to do it. If you won’t do it here, choose your place and I’ll go with you. This is a big country, Frank, hang it, I’ll go anywhere; you’re my partner, aren’t you?” He bent to pick up his lantern. “Allan, you’re a great boy,” he said. “Well, I mean it,” I added. He looked at his watch; I pulled mine; it was 1 o’clock. “Better go to sleep, Allan,” he said as he arose. I looked into his face 'as he spoke. “Go to sleep.” He smiled, pulled down his visor $nd walked slowly forward. I threw myself on the couch and drew my cap over my eyes. The first thing I knew, I felt a hand on my shoulder; then I realized I had been asleep and that the train was standing still ; a man was bending over me with a lantern in his hand ; it was the porter. “What’s wrong?” I exclaimed. “There’s trouble up ahead, Mr. Kramer,” he exclaimed huskily. I sprang to my feet. . “Have you got your pistol ?” he stuttered. Through the long train I ran without meeting a living soul, but the silence was ominous. When I caught a glimpse of the inside of the chair car, I saw the ferment. Women were screaming and praying, and men were burrowing under the footrests. “They’ve killed everyone in the smoker,” shouted a traveling man, grabbing me. “Damn it, make way won’t you?” I ex- claimed, pushing my way through the mob. At the forward end of the car, taking me for one of the robbers, there was another panic. Passengers from the smoker were jammed together there like sardines; I had to pile them bodily across the seats to get through and into the forward car. When I got there it was all over. The front lamps were out and the car was smoking bluish. A cattleman hung pitched downward, head and arms over the front seat. In the middle of the car Morris Wy- ker, crouching in the aisle, held in his arm§ Frank Denman. At the dark front end of the coach I saw the outline of a man sprawled on his face in the aisle; the news agent crawled out from under a seat It must have been terribly short and horribly sharp. They had flagged the train east of Mt Pilot Two men had boarded the train at the front end of the smoker and one at the rear. But the two at the front opened the smoker door, just as Frank was hurry- ing forward to investigate the stop. He Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 49 was no man to ask questions, he saw their masks and covered them instantly. Frank at iny time and anywhere was a deadly shot, and without a word he opened fire on the forward robber. A game cattleman back of him cut into the game and was the first to go down wounded. But the train boy said Denman had dropped the twq head men almost immediately after the firing had begun, and stood free-handed when the man from the rear platform put a Winchester against his back. Even then, with a hole blown clean through him, he whirled and fired again. We found the man’s blood on the platform in the morning, but, whoever he was, he got to the horses and away. When I reached Frank, he lay in Wyker's arms. We threw the carrion in the baggage car, and carried the cattleman and the con- ductor into the forward sleeper. I gave the “go ahead” signal, and hurried to the side of the last of the old guard. Once his eyes opened, wandering stonily; but he never heard me, never knew me, never even spoke; and as the train wetit that morning into the division he went with it. When we stopped his face was cokl ; he was up to the Grand Master. A game man always, he was never a cruel one. He called himself a thief. He never hesitated with the other men, high and low, to loot the company. Thief if you please, I don’t know. We needn’t quarrel about the word he branded himself with, yet a trust of money, of friendship, of duty, were safe in the hands of Frank Denman. S I hold him not for moael, neither glory in his wickedness; when I was friendless, he was my friend. His story is told. — By Frederick Allen Staeger, in Express Gazette. COULDN’T HAVE ’EM. MUCH of George Washington’s firm strength of character was due to his splendid ancestry, as the fol- lowing little anecdote, which appeared in St. Nicholas some time ago, will testify. While reconnoitering in Westmoreland County, 'Virginia, one of General Wash- ington’s officers chanced upon a fine team of horses driven before a plow by a burly slave. Finer animals he had never seen. When his eyes had feasted on their beauty he cried to the driver: “Hello, good fel- low! I must have those horses. They are just such animals as I have been looking for.” The black man grinned, rolled up the whites of his eyes, put the lash to the horses’ flanks and turned up another fur- row in the rich soil. The officer waited until he had finished the row; then, throw- ing back his cavalier cloak, the ensign of the rank dazzled the slave’s eyes. “Better see misses! Better see misses!” he cried, waving his hand to the south, where above the cedar growth rose the towers of a fine old Virginia mansion. The officer turned up the carriage road and soon was rapping the great brass knocker of the front door. Quickly the door swung upon its ponderous hinges and a grave, majestic-looking woman confronted the visitor with an air of inquiry. “Madam,” said the officer, doffing his cap and overcome by her dignity, “I have come to laim your horses in the name of the government.” “My horses?” said she, bending upon him a pair of eyes born to command. “Sir, you can not have them. My crops are out and I need my horses in the field.” “I am sorry,” said the officer, “but I must have them, madam. Such are the orders of my chief.” “Your chief? Who is your chief, pray?” she demanded with restrained warmth. “The commander of the American army, Gen. George Washington,” replied the other, squaring his shoulders and swelling with pride. A smile of triumph softened the sternness of the woman’s handsome features. “Tell George Washington,” said she, “that his mother says he can not have her horses.” With a humble apology, the officer turned away, convinced that he had found the source of his chief’s decision and self-com- mand. And didi Washington order his officer to return and make his mother give up her horses? No; he listened to the report in silence; then with one of his rare smiles, he bowed his head. Digitized by Google

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50 The Railroad Telegrapher. H. Davis, S. J. Brantley, J. D. Potter, W. W. White, L. E. Merkle, G. Coaley, H. Ware. O. R. T. GROUP— FRISCO RAILWAY— GATM AN, MISS. Digitized by Google

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The Evening Star. Whene’er I see the evening star My thoughts fly far away to you — Thank God, there is no ban or bar To what a loving thought may do. Tho* hands and lips must oft forego The dear delights that lure them so ! Whene’er the evening star appears Before my raptured sight, A veil falls from mine eyes and ears, I see and hear aright; Thank God for memory that brings Close to the heart the dearest things! The evening star — I can not tell Wherein its magic lies; And ever may the fair star be A Mizpah — light for you and me! Within these lonesome skies; Thank God, it nightly -deigns to dwell. By Clarence Urmy, in Munsey's. Peace. Never a cross through the livelong day; Never a cross; But all things right that are now most wrong; All gain, no loss. But where were the peace our days might hold With heaven’s love ours, when earth-love grows cold, If never a cross? — Kathleen R. Wheeler, in Christian Herald . Courage. Discouraged, eh? The world looks dark, And all your hopes have gone astray; Your finest shots have missed the mark. You’re heartsick and discouraged, eh? I Plans that you built from all went wrong, * You can not seem to find the way, And it seems vain to plod along, You’re heartsick and discouraged, eh? i Take heart! Each morning starts anew; Return unto thi battle line; Against far greater odds than you Brave men have fought with courage fine. Never a sigh through the livelong day, Never a sigh; But a laughing face and a cup of joy As the hours flew by. But where were the peace that follows grief When the morrow’s light has brought relief, If never a sigh? Never a task through the livelong day, Never a task; And for kindly rest by labor won, No need to ask. But where were the peace, when, work all done, We sit and rest at set of sun, If never a. task? Never to part through the livelong day, Never to part; But to walk together in weal and woe With gladsome heart. But where were the peace that follows pain When severed souls have met again, If never to part? Never a prayer through the livelong day, Never a prayer; But all things granted and all things won, And a truce to caje. But where were the peace that comes from heaven With blessings sought and daily given, If never a prayer? Despite the buffetings of fate. They’ve risen, time and time again, To stand face front and shoulders straight As leaders of their fellow-men. And you, now blinded by despair. Heartsick and weary of the fight, On every hand beset by care, Can, if you will, attain the light. — Edgar A. Guest, in Detroit Free Frees. The Climber. Give me the rough and upward-winding *way Where there be obstacles to overcome; The steep ascent o’er ledges cold and gray, And byways tortuous and troublesome. Give me the climb that taxes every power, That strains unto its uttermost the soul; Where ease is all unknown, and heavens lower On them that strive unceasing for the goall That goal attained, what victory is there! The prizes seized, what pride in that success? The laurel won by them that bravely dare Stands fadeless, and for aye remains to bless. Or, if perchance there’s failure at the last, And from the half-won heights that upward call We slip, and downward to the depths are cast, ’Tis something to have won a splendid fall ! — Harper’s Weekly. Digitized by Google

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52 The Railroad Telegrapher. A Woman’s Love. A beautiful thing is a woman’s love, And to think {hat day by day Some men are killing a woman’s love. No two in the self*same way! With thoughtlessness as a wound, Neglect and spite and scorn, Till aching souls are cast in gloom And bleeding hearts are torn! A beautiful thing is a woman's love, A sacred thing and a true; Some men are killing a woman’s love — It’s an awful thing to do! An awful thing, but an easy thing, For its delicate petals fall As swift as death in the north wind’s breath. On the flowers along the wall. A sacred thing is a woman’s love, A solemn and wondrous gift; Some men are killing a woman’s love With the tide toward which they drift. Some men are bringing to beautiful lives Neglect, with its awful sting, A terrible dart that in the heart Is the end of everything. A terrible thing is a woman’s love, For it must have love to live. And men are killing a woman’s love If they cease their love to give. It may not die in a moment, no, Nor yet in a thousand years, But it takes the happiness out of life, And it drowns the world with tears. — Baltimore Sun. The Versatile Telegrapher. Tommy Trick lost both his arms! What did the poor man do? To the telegraph with an asthmatic laugh Did he bid a sad adieu? Did he sit around in his grief profound Till from this earth he slid? Read on, dear reader, on! on! on! You'll find out what he did. To have his busy arms mowed down Close to his shoulder blades, Folks said he’d go and sit down In the rural everglades, That soon would pine away and die, This expert of the wire. They’d yap and carp That he couldn’t play the harp In the celestial wire. Resourceful Tom did fool ’em then; To his instrument he went With proud lip curled and face impearled With smiles of merriment. He taught them that each loss on earth Has a compensation sweet; He rolled up his pants With his teeth, perchance. And telegraphed with his feet. They stood in wonder and amaze At the stunt of Tommy Trick; And gave hurrahs of loud applause And voted him a brick. They saw a useful man in him, In his old accustomed place; He could work the wire And turn the lyre With perfect ease and grace. Lord Fat Purse. My Lord Fat Purse was a very good man; He had houses and lands galore; And with each new day he had some new plan For aiding the needy and poor. He gave to the churches; he gave to the homes; He gave to the tramp by the way; Yet the terrible curse in the land grew worse, And the poor grew poorer each day. My Lord Fat Purse was troubled and sad That his thought and toil seemed vain. “But I do what I can,” said this very good man, “To ease the want and the pain. ’Tis the will of heaven that some shall be rich And many be poor, I she — I can do no more than give from the store That a just God gives to me.” Yet acres and acres of fertile soil Lie idle under the skies. While ray shrewd lord waits and holds his estates ’Tilkprices in land shall rise. Deep in the breast of those acres ibroad Which are selfishly grasped by one. Lies wealth for many — free gifts of God, Like the wind and the rain and the sun. Food in the ocean and food in the soil — Free gifts from a hand divine. And who dares hinder the fisher’s toil Or say, “Lo, the sea is mine?” Ah, my Lord Fat Purse, no wonder the curse Of poverty hangs like a pall, When you hold by fraud the lands which* God Has meant for the use of all. Ella Wheeler Wilcox. Love. Love came at dawn, when all the world was fair, When crimson glories bloomed and songs were rife; Love came at dawn, when hope's wings fanned the air And murmured, “I am life.” Love came at even, when the day was done. When heart and brain were tired and slumber pressed; Love came at eve, shut out the sinking sun And whispered, “I am rest.” — W. Wilfreo Campbell. Digitized by Google

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Paradoxical Effect. “There was so much fire in her eyes.” “There always is when she is put out.” An Antique. Miss Antique — “This is a portrait of my great-grandmother, painted by one of the old masters; and the next is a portrait of myself.” Mr. Gallant — “Also painted by one of the old masters, I presume?” Period of Joy for Casey. Casey’s wife was at the hospital, where she had undergone a very serious operation a few days before. Mrs. Kelley called to inquire as to Mrs. Casey’s condition. “Is she restin’ quietly?” Mrs. Kelley asked. “No, but I am,” said Casey. Too Inquisitive. “Bridget, didn’t I hear you quarreling with the milkman this morning?” “Sure not! His hired girl’s sick, an’ I was inquirin’ afther her. But he’s an im- polite divil.” “How’s that?” “Says I, ‘How’s your milkmaid?’ An* he looked mad an’ says, ‘That’s a thrade se- cret.’ ” For Inspiration. “Now, I want something in your hap- piest vein,” said the editor. “Better pay me in advance, then,” de- clared the poet. — Washington Herald. In the Silly Night. Mrs. Fidgit — “What’s that noise I hear down in the library?” Mr. Fidgit — “Must be the history repeat- ing itself. Go to sleep.” — Puck. That’s What It's For. Patience — “Do you believe in wearing false hair?” Patrice — “Why, certainly ! What else would one do with it?” — Yonkers States- man. Subtle Admonition. “Why do you always ask that regular customer if the razor hurts him?” asked one barber. “Just as a gentle reminder,” replied the other, “that if he forgets the tip it’s liable to hurt him next time.” — Washington Star. Not to Be Eaten. A multi-millionaire in a fashionable res- taurant pointed to a line on the menu and said to the waiter: “I’ll have some of that, please.” “I’m sorry, sir,” the waiter an- swered, “but the band is playing that.” Airy. She — “Aren’t you sometimes frightened when away up in the air?” Aviator — “Well, I’ll admit I sometimes feel a sort of groundless apprehension.” — Lippincotfs. Love’s Way. She — “I’m afraid, Tom, dear, you will find me a mine of faults.” He — “Darling, it shall be the sweetest labor of my life to correct them.” She (flaring up) — “Indeed, you shan’t!” — Boston Transcript. Word of Kind Encouragement. “I must confess,” said the loquacious per- son, “that I like to hear myself talk.” “Oh, well,” replied Miss Cayenne, “you know the good old adage says: ‘A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men.’ ” Digitized by v^ooQle

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54 The Railroad Telegrapher. Cause of Happiness. “It is the duty of every one to make at least one person happy during the week,” said a Sunday School teacher. “Now, have you done so, Johnny?” “Yes,” said Johnny, promptly. “That’s right. What did you do?” “I went to see my aunt, and she’s always happy when I go home !” — Answers. The Archbishop Outwitted. Witty Archbishop Glennon, of St. Louis, was outwitted by another compatriot a few days ago with a joke so good that it cost his grace a new hat. An Irish laborer was placing wood-block paving at a crossing in front of the Mercantile Trust Company’s bank, in which the archbishop keeps his ac- count. The boss of the gang was an Italian. The prelate, who dearly loves his joke, ban- tered the son of Erin. “Well, my good man,” said he, “how do you like having an Italian boss?” “Faith, your grace,” re- torted the man with the wood blocks, “an’ how do you like havin’ one yourself?” No one was more delighted than the arch- bishop, who went in person to the nearest hat store, where he fitted the muddy Irish- man with the finest hat he had ever worn. Wanted an Injunction. Seeking redress for domestic troubles, a negro woman who resembled nothing so much as she did the “before taking” half of an anti-fat remedy, appeared at the office of one of the local judges a few days ago. “I'se a wronged woman,” she hissed in a give-me-back-those-papers-Jack-Dalton voice. “What’s the trouble?” inquired the sym- pathetic judge. “It’s about ma ole man. He’s done been carryin’ on high wif a lot uv dees young niggah gals, an’ it’s got so baad twill I don’t see him more’n once a week. Somepin’s got t’ be done.” The judge's eye held a crafty gleam. “You are seeking a divorce — a legal sep- aration?” he questioned. “Go ’long man ! Divorce nothin.’ Think I’m gwine t’ gin ’im what he wants and ’low dat man, who despite all his cussed- ness, is de handsomest niggah in Willow Tree valley, t’ go skyhootin’ ’round ’mong dem gals? Na, sah! I doan want no di- vo’ce ner dat legal septitution yer’s talkin’ ’bout. What I wants is an injunction!” — Exchange. The One-Armed Man. A one-armed man entered a restaurant at noon and seated himself next a dapper, lit- tle other-people’s-business man. The latter at once noticed his neighbor’s right sleeve hanging loose and kept eyeing it in a how- did-it-happen sort of way, but the one- armed man paid no attention to him. Finally the inquisitive one could stand it no longer. He changed his position, cleared his throat, and said, “I beg your pardon, sir, but I see you have lost an arm.” The one-armed man picked up his sleeve with his left hand and peered anxiously into it. “Bless my soul!” he exclaimed, looking up with great surprise, “I do be- lieve you’re right.” Following Instructions. The old broker returned and found his new office boy gazing absently over the rooftops. To his horror and indignation he found that his costly Swiss clock was missing from its accustomed place in the corner. “Boy !” he demanded in thunderous tones, “where is my clock?” “I don’t know, sir,” was the calm and un- ruffled response. “Didn’t I tell you not to go out until I returned?” “I didn’t sir.” “Where have you been?” “Right here, sir.” “What? You mean to tell me that you have been sitting right down there and al- lowed someone to come in and steal the clock? Well, of all the numbskulls I ever met you are the limit. What excuse have you for such carelessness?” “A good one, sir. When I first came here you told me you didn’t want a boy who would sit around and watch the clock, so I haven’t given it a glance, sir.” — Chicago News. Digitized by v^ooQle

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GOVERNMENT COMPLICATED INTO DESTRUCTION. IN the middle of November, the profes- sor of Sociology at the University of Kansas, gave an address before the Kansas and Agricultural Congress. Its ob- ject was to suggest remedies by which to reduce the cost of living. He proposed ap- proximately as follows : “To check the de- creased-purchasing value of gold coin by increased taxation on the production of gold bullion; by inducing more people to become farmers; by inviting scientific farm culture so that to double production by the acre ; to scientifically revise our blessed tariff; by government placing a limit upon prices when necessary to check the power of our industrial organizations; to devise less expensive methods in the transportation of products; to teach the people how not to be extravagant or wasteful in their liv- ing habits." Let us commence with that miserable mania which, for about two decades has poisoned the minds of most of our wise people to the effect that our great abundance of gold production increased the prices of all the other articles we produce. It is the supply of each separate product, in relation to its demand and applied to our needs of life, that naturally fixes its price for con- sumption. As a matter of actual fact, gold, in coin or bullion, is only used to settle international balances in the exchange of articles conducive to feed, clothe and house the human family. Practically all such ex- change and production at home is made through silver notes and national bank notes. The former rest on silver stored up at Washington. The latter rest on govern- ment bonds held by the national banks. But suppose we are mistaken about it. Suppose that our miserable gold production is what raises the needs of life above the power of most of our wealth producers, and we thus force ourselves to restriction in consump- tion, and hence decrease the production of what we need to keep alive. Why not to suppress that infernal kind of money, made out of our miserable gold? Why should we be the slaves of gold? I| would take us fifty pages to fully individualize the absurdities of the other six reasons for high prices, and the reme- dies proposed by our Kansas City profes- sor: If government had to do all that the professor suggests, we would need to treble the number of our public employes. That would decrease the number of producers. That would greatly decrease all production. That would vastly increase the prices of all the needs of life. That government should do this, and that, and many other things, scientifically; that is, to scientifically retouch the blunders we are constantly legislating; when we don't want to learn anything about “The science of human life or human govern- ment !” Government can only exist through some form of taxation, and some form of money. All the money and tax systems of all nations remain yet totally unscientific and dishonest. We have proved^ that in previous articles. Can prove it again if necessary. Take now that modern mania about gov- ernment trying to teach the farmers how to double their product per acre, any more than to teach the shoemakers how to make good shoes, or the merchants how to handle their commercial operations. Is it possi- ble that God has concentrated all the knowledge we may need, in the brains of governmental clerks? And can we prove that the clerks in question are also far more honest than the rest of us? We are al- ready loaded to the point of destruction with groups of men we call commissions Digitized by Google

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56 The Railroad Telegrapher. of experts, for them to see that we don't perpetrate this or that iniquity in our pro- cesses to feed, clothe and house our fam- ilies. The great trouble, with all modern nations, is that we don't have any experts in the science of “Honest human life." With few possible exceptions, our ex- perts are unable to take “globular views of life." They look at this or that depart- ment a part from all others. That may have some good points in the isolated ma- terial or physical order of things, but ceases to be useful in the realm of duties to God and men. Conscious life on earth has its intimate connections with cosmical processes and phenomena, but in relation to ethical and moral conduct it has the right and needs to exercise the duty of rising through space infinite above all galaxies and constella- tions. 'Man is born with the demerits of the angel, the arch angel and prophet, in his communions with the father of all sublimities, in his prayers and high ideals. The earth forms an integral part of God’s kingdom. The realization of that kingdom on earth constitutes our most essential duty. To delay that kingdom is a combination of human insanity with collective injustice and sin. All our barbarous and unnatural so- cial disturbances and calamities come from that miserable combination. All our mentality is wasted on the con- sideration of side issues, on paliatives or remedies with which to decrease or sup- press this or that isolated social wrong, out of the fifty or more we may have; they all radiating from the same cause. We hate all globular views of human life, when that whole life is a unit. Yes, our whole combined life is a ques- tion of fair play. Just as divine govern- ment rests on the utmost simplicity of prin- ciples and processes with which to carry out those principles into private and social conduct; so it should be with human gov- ernment. Down, then, with the miserable conception that government should deal with men as if they were babies, and could not take care of themselves without armies of government clerks teaching them how to produce what they need, at prices represent- ing the normal cost of production, for hu- man life to be sensible, and not as it is, a bundle of absurdities!!! And it is we, men of high degree, who insist upon traveling along the mean nar- row, egotistic orbit of low ideals. We thus keep building up progress on the moving sands of selfish legislation, so that we all may be able to get on top of each other every ten, fifty, or more years. There would be no fun in life, if we were all plain, good people, respecting the simple beauty of divine law ! We need govern- ment complicated into destruction. Jose Gros. OTHER “DEBTS" VS. O. R. T. DUES. There has been much said through the “Journal" about the $75.00 minimum and many other things of importance to our grand old O. R. T. ; but I wish to call the attention of all members to one small item that is helping to keep us from obtaining the long talked of and much needed “$75.00 minimum," and when you look at it from a business standpoint you will all agree with me. The matter neglected by some and the one that costs each of your divisions considerable money each term in postage, is the matter of prompt payment of dues, you will say, “I have other debts that must be looked after first.” My brother, if it were not for the organization, you would not have the amount you are now receiving to pay the other debts you think of first, and I hope each one of you will look at your O. R. T. dues and insurance assess- ments as the first debt, instead of the last one, there is only a small per cent who feel this way, but let’s all get the “habit — pay your dues and assessments on the first slip received” — and let the money that is spent on postage be saved for your protection. The amount you owe is very small com- pared with the increases received each month, which you are enjoying through the efforts of organization. Let’s all be boosters, and land the non no matter where located, and push forward to the long- dreamed-of $75.00 per. Yours for prompt action, Cert. iii. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 57 LABOR LEADERS WANTED. By the Rev. Charles Stelzle. Men with red blood, men of iron, men with brains, men with a' Vision, men who will dare do right though the heavens fall. No “boozers” need apply. The business is too serious and there are too many interests involved, both on the part of capital and labor, to entrust the workingman's side of the controversy to any but clear-headed advisors. It's all right to be a good fel- low, and it's a good thing to be popular with the boys, but when a man is only that, he soon loses his grip on his job, and those whom he is supposed to represent soon lose theirs. When booze interferes with such a leader's business, he is very apt to sacrifice his business. Preference will be given to peace-makers instead of strike-makers. Not that a labor leader should never call a strike. God pity him if he hasn't the nerve when the time comes for him to do so. The right to pro- test should belong to every man. But the best labor leader is the man who calls the fewest strikes, because he has the tact and the sense to settle the trouble without an industrial conflict. If war is hell, then strikes are “purgatory.” Four-flushers and bluffers will not be considered, and the chap who has only the gift of gab will not have a look-in. We need men who regard the labor leader's job as a proposition that requires the exer- cise of good gray matter. Only the brainy fellow who can make fully as much money at his trade can make good on this job. It is no cinch. It is easier to work in the shop at day's wages. If the labor leader is honest, he will nevertheless be criticised occasionally by both sides, but he will have the comfort of a clear conscience, and he will have the satisfaction of knowing that some day he will be given due credit for sincerity of purpose. If he is dishonest he will unques- tionably be found out, and he will be held in contempt by all classes of men — includ- ing himself — to the end of day. But while the job presents difficulties, there are in it great possibilities. There never was a greater chance for leadership. But the demands are more exacting, the qualifications more numerous, and the things to be obtained more varied than ever before. The labor leader must be a states- man— not merely a politician. He must be an educator — not simply an agitator. He must be a preacher of social righteousness and of justice for all men. FOREIGN TELEGRAPH. In reading the Railroad Telegrapher for October, I found a piece about the tele- graph service in England and will give you an idea of the work in Norway. We, of course, use the Continental Tele- graph Alphabet there. All train orders and train movements are handled from the superintendent's office, we have no train dispatchers. Our messages in R. R. work are in three classes : First is “BX,” second “PS” and third “BD.” Signature “BX” can not be used by other than the superintendent, and this class is nothing but train orders and of course takes precedence over all other telegraph work. Signature “PS” can be used by anyone for an important message, and such mes- sages goes ahead of common R. R. mes- sages. Signature “BD” is just common wire work. It is very seldom a train order is in ueed, as all trains are on time and they meet where schedule calls for. In the thirteen years I was working for the government road I never received a train order or heard anyone else receive one, except in snow blizzards, and they had to be pretty good ones before trains would get late. It is pretty cold up there in winter time, but I never heard of an en- gine freezing up, the first time I heard of it over here I thought some fellow was trying to play a joke on me, but it did not take very long to find out that it was no joke. All agents are called stationmasters in Norway, and it is to them the train orders are sent. When a train has arrived at the station the stationmaster is the boss and a conductor can not start his train before he Digitized by vjOO^LC

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58 The Railroad Telegrapher. gets verbal orders from the stationmaster that he can go, even if the time is up. Train orders are sent in following form: Telegram. “BX,” 10:37 A. M. Dec. 3, 1912. From Drammen Station, To Sem Station. To Pedersen. Train No. 103 will today meet Train No. 108 at Sem. M. Olsen. RD/PF. Now in the place of X, this with the operator’s signature he sends it back in the following form: Telegram. “PS,” 10:39 A. M. Dec. 3, 1912. From Sem Station, To Drammen Station. To M. Olsen. Train No. 103 will today be kept back until Train No. 108 has arrived. Pedersen, RPPf/RD. Telegram. “BX 1 :03 P. M. Dec. 3, 1912. From Drammen Station, To Sem Station. To Pedersen. Train No. 113 goes ahead to Sande fjord, where Train No. 106 will meet. M. Olsen. Train No. 204 goes ahead until further orders. Train No. 208 is annulled, Skien to Drammen. All the three last orders are repeated just the same as others and with the station- master’s name. The stationmaster takes the conductor’s signature for orders delivered to him. If extras are running a schedule is made up for them. P. P. S., Cert. 2379. A GOOD CAUSE. Something over a year ago I asked you to each send me one front from “Central Union Cut Plug” smoking tobacco, bearing the United Tobacco Workers’ union label, also the Allied Printers’ label. As I said before we have ovcf forty thousand mem- bers and if each one would send just one I would have had enough to get two sets of artificial limbs. However, I received a great many letters stating that this brand of tobacco was not sold in these various places, and I received a good many hun- dred from the same members, and up to date I have received all told just 14*300 fronts, this leaves me just 5,700 short of the required 20,000 necessary to secure the two artificial legs. I have hundreds of let- ters from you brothers enclosing fronts asking me to answer as to whether I re- ceived them or not, brothers I have every reason to believe that I have received all that were sent, and if you will just stop and figure it out you will readily see just why I could not answer each one of you, as that would have cost much more than the artificial legs. I wish I could thank you personally or with a letter, but this is the best I can do at this time, so if you will each of you consider this a personal letter of thanks for the kind interest you have taken in my behalf I will appreciate it very much ; I also ask for your further indul- gence to the amount of 5,700 more fronts, the 5-cent packages count 1 and the 10- cent bags count 2; I need the legs very badly and would like to get them before the snow and ice arrive if possible. Do not be afraid of sending too many, for if I re- ceive more than the necessary number I will save them for some other brother who may need them. Thanking each of you per- sonally for all you have sent and for the ones I am sure you will send. Yours fraternally, Pine Meadow, Conn. A. J. Brown, Cert. 637, Div. 29. SUNDAY OVERTIME. My views are heartily in accord with those of our brother in the October Jour- nal, signed Cert. 104, Sys. Div. 8, with re- gard to the 12-hour day. I have handled stations of this class for a number of years and fully realize what it means to be on duty from 7 a. m. to 7 p. m. as operator, and then perhaps be compelled to remain for several hours more doing station work at a one-man office. This condition, I be- lieve, can be regulated through our own efforts, by everyone getting in line and ask- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 59 ing to have inserted in our next revision of schedule a 9-hour day with overtime there- after. There is not known to my mind a single instance where such steps have been taken — though, I know of cases where the company has given one-man stations a ^0- hour day with overtime after that, without the asking — and I have every reason to be- lieve they would gladly approve of a 9- hour work day, if presented in the right way. One-man stationsx receive the least pay for the hours worked of any class of laborer^ now in existence, and something should be done to remedy this evil ; but without our efforts w# need expect nothing. When you take into consideration that we work 7 days a week, 365 days a year, it seems we should be due some consideration. Let's each of us advocate a 9-hour day to our general chairman to be inserted in our next schedule. Another subject which I believe should be given immediate attention, is overtime for Sunday. No other class of labor is re- quired to work each and every Sunday without pay; take the section laborer for example, his week constitutes 6 days at not over 10 hours per day, then if he is called out for Sunday work he is paid overtime, at the rate of time and one-half and on <ome lines double time for Sunday work. I understand that some of our worthy brothers are advocating this and are ex- pecting to ask the railroad officials to grant these concessions, why should not all of us ask for the same thing, we are entitled to it, or not be required to work on the Lord's day. How many of us would be only too glad to attend Sunday school or church, or stroll in the field or country on Sunday rather than housed up in an office all day to “catch up" with the work or an- swer foolish questions of the public who have nothing else to do but harass the “agent,” simply because, as they claim “that's his business." Do you see it any more our business to do this than it is their business to keep their stores, offices and shops open for business on Sunday? In a great many towns you can not get a soft drink or buy a newspaper or get a shave. Why? Because it’s Sunday. But you are expected to sell tickets, check and handle baggage, and in a number of places you are expected to deliver freight and express and look up and furnish any information de- sired in the annals of railroad service. These conditions should not exist, we are entitled to Sunday’s rest, or pay for over- time. Let us all come together and make life worth living by having working hours equal to other classes of labor. And I’m as sure as sure can be That a thousand others think like me; Yet are restrained from open speech By critics well within their reach, Who, doubting, must be plainly shown A fellow does not wish to be alone. G. D. Hancock, A. L. G, Div. 94, Cert. 189. THE PARCELS POST The new Parcels Post law took effect January 1, 1913. Have you given this any further thought of how this will affect you? No? Well it’s time to begin. Do you know that this is going to cut down your express commis- sions all the way from 10% to 20%? That the Parcels Post rate for 11 pounds or less is just about half the express rate, and for a package weighing only 1 or 2 pounds about one-fifth the express rate? Do you know that you can Parcels Post an n-pound package 50 miles for 15 cents, a i-pound package the same distance for 5 cents; how much would that parcel cost to ship the same distance by express? You can see from this that the large mail order houses and general merchandise firms, such as Sears-Roebuck, Montgomery - Ward and Marshall-Fields, and others too numerous to mention, are going to avail themselves of the Parcels Post in the fu- ture. Another feature, and the one that will hurt you most is this, there are more post office stations than express stations in the United States. A farmer, for in- stance, living in or near an inland town that boasts a post office, five or more miles from the nearest R. R. station, wishes to ship a small parcel to some one living in another inland town, also five or more Digitized by Google „

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60 The Railroad Telegrapher. miles from a R. R. station, do you think this farmer would hitch up a buckboard and drive to the station to ship that package by express, when by going to the post office he can Parcels Post it for from one- quarter to one-half the express rate and save himself and the party at the other end the trouble of traveling five miles or more. You see now where your going to lose express commissions, don’t you? But, this is not where the “rub” comes in brothers, you will have to handle these parcels any- way, and handle them for nothing, where heretofore you received a commission for handling them. How? The mail at your station will naturally be as much increased as the express business is decreased. Do you receive any pay for handling the mail? No, of course not! Now, brothers, the main question is this: What are we going to do about this? The only thing we can do and must do, is write to the local chairman and put the proposi- tion up to him, as you perhaps know our committees will be going in for revision of our schedule soon, and it’s up to us to get after them to get us something for this re- duction in the way of express commissions and addition in handling mail. The Post Office Department is going to make money on this deal, of which we should receive at least our share. If the government won't pay us, the railroad company can do it, and not lose anything by it, when they sign their next mail contract with the gov- ernment, which will be some time in spring, I understand. Now, brothers, in order for us to get anything at all, you know as well as I do, our committee will hav* to have a solid backing when they face the “boss." Let’s give it to them.* Get after every non and explain this to him, he don’t want to lose any commissions and handle more mail for less pay any more than I or you do, get after him, get him to get a card at once; if you don’t do it now, you will have no cause to grumble, if the committee gets us nothing. Cert. 886. Digitized by v^ooQle

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FRATERNAL New York City, N. Y., Div. No. 26. The United Fruit Company is building a fifty- kilowatt station at Swan Island, Carribean Sea, to handle its increasing business. Bros. P. W. Welch and R. Fuller are holding down the wireless sta- tion for the company on that island and incident- ally looking for any stray nons who may wander to the tropics for the winter. Ckst. 4 7. New Haven, Conn., Div. No. 29. .War York. New Haven and Hartford R. R., Mid - land Division — Brothers and sisters, let us resolve during this year (1913) that we will consider our obligation to the O. R. T. paramount to all other social and fraternal organizations to which we may belong, and try to do something to maintain its present high standing. New men are coming on this division every few days. Ask them if they have a card; if not, im- press the fact upon them that they only are wel- come who have an “up-to date.” But the members on this division always “forget the yesterdays.” There can not be “Peace on earth, good will to men” as long as we have among us such men as Mr. Vermifyea. Since May 2 1, 1910, every week he has received from the pay car $4 more than he did before our schedule was revised; you and I brother, arc paying his dues every six months. m Bro. Andre, from second Branch, relieved Bro. Randall at “AD,” who goes to tower No. 214 third. Hope he won’t violate the sixteen-hour law on the “farm” when spring opens up. Bro. Stevenson has the laugh on the paymaster, but “he who laughs last laughs best.” Bro. Greenwood, from Washington, goes to Co- lumbia third. Bro. A. J. Burke, Norwood Jet., who bid in second towerman at No. 214, decided after a short trial that he did not care to handle the position. Don’t forget to vote on local chairman when you get your ballot. That is the time for you to select the man whom you wish to represent you on the general committee. Bro. Cook has retired from active railroading and bid in second Hampton. He deserves this well-earned rest. A number of good men can get eight and nine- hour positions, with steady work on this division, twenty-nine positions being bulletined during De- cember. Those with “up-to-dates” preferred. Our division handled its share of the recent “football” special in addition to other business without any delay. During this rush, “Pop” Johnston was at East Hartford yard, “Bill” on third Vernon Jet., Miss Alice at Vernon cabin, and “Benny” at Hampton, while “Bob” covered his own position at Manchester. East Hartford yard has been opened as three tricks, with Bro. Fred Stoughton on second and Bro. Arthur Burke on first. “Club-house” was made an eight-hour job, and Bro. Walter Gill is correspondingly happy, with Bro. Fay on second and Ben Johnson on third. Mr. McNally, East Wallingford agency, has gone to the Maine Central. Bro. Daganais now has a steady position. Bro. Frank Shippe, Westchester agency, bid in the telegraph position at Natick, and is now a member of Division 29. Those who have not paid their dues should pay up now, so that we can wind up 1912 with a handsome increase in membership. , I wish to thank all the brothers and sisters for their kindly help during the past year, and remind them that our organization is just what the indi- vidual members make it. Wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year. “En.” Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. John J. McCarthy, yard clerk N. Y. N. H. & H., a brother of Bro. T. F. McCarthy, Passaic, N. J., was killed in the yard at New London, Conn., October 4th, leaving a young widow, five sisters and three brothers, who have our sincere sympathy. Bros. Farrow and Shepard spent a week in Maine, hunting. We hope our few delinquents will square up before the first of the year and save our secretary extra work by paying promptly. Please make a special effort to pay up before Dec. 31, 1912. Our division is in splendid condition, and we don’t want a delinquent upon its books. The Western Union has opened a telegraph school in the building at Turkshead. E. W. Stone, local traffic manager, and J. W. Sheehan, an old telegrapher, are the instructors. The annual meeting of the benefit association will be held December 21st, and the surplus will be divided pro rata among all members in good standing. The year just closing has been very successful, and most of the money paid in will be returned to the members. The association is doing splendid work caring for the sick. It has taken a burden off our division, and every member of this division should join. This meeting closes the second year, and the need of such an organization has been proven by the benefits derived by its members. The work of the association is done at very little expense, and it should be more gener- ally supported. Digitized by CjOOQle

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62 The Railroad Telegrapher. N. Y. N. H. & H. Notes— The new superintendent, new chief, assistant chief and train dispatchers took charge of the Providence Division on December 8th, and the out-going officials had a farewell luncheon at the Crown Hotel on the night of the seventh. Bro. Weeks is working second Auburn tower while Bro. Brady is absent with malaria. Bro. Davis, from Centreville, R. I., is relieving Bro. Harold Webster at Dike Street station, and Bro. Farrow, second Franklin Street tower, Worcester, was at Boston switch tower a few days. Bros. Moore, first Promenade Street leverman; Farrow, second Franklin Street, Worcester, and Wells, third Jackson Street, Worcester cabin, bid in corresponding trick9 in the new tower. Bro. Smith, relieved on second Apponaug by Bro. Mignault, bid in third Northup Avenue tower, relieving Bro. Gardiner, who went to third Promenade Street as leverman. Bro. Moore was at second Apponaug pending bids. Bro. Gaffney goes from C. & O. Pontiac to re lief agent on bid, relieved by Bro. Walter Capwell, second Franklin Street tower, Worcester. Bro. Brady, second leverman Brayton Avenue, is on a two weeks’ hunting trip, and Bro. Board- man is hunting game in Rhode Island. Bro. W. E. Branagan, second South Worcester yard office, goes to Saundersville agency. Bros. Brenner, first Stonington tower, and Payne, second Promenade Street tower, bid in relief towermen jobs. Bro. Carlcen bid in agent and telegrapher at Dike Street, Providence, relieved by Bro. Block on third Hills Grove, and he on second by Bro. Doyle pending bids. Bro. Cutler, West Mansfield, off with severe cold, was relieved by Mr. Gillen. J. D. V., Div. Cor. Midland Division — The committee expects to go before the officials about January ist, and will do all it possibly can to improve conditions and get us an increase of wages. Let us all stand by the committee and show that we appreciate what is being done for us by paying our dues promptly. Those who lag behind should remember that it is no harder for them to pay up than for some who have families and are always “up to date." C. T. U. Bro. Walker bid in “C” Village. Bro. Cosgrove, second Central Village, bid in Norwich third. Bro. T. “Jefferson" Condon bid in the relief job out of New London. He is a “jolly good fellow." Bro. Manosh bid in Plainfield second. Bro. Ahearn, “the peerless A. H.f” is with the Postal in Boston, and Bro. Allen with the Western Union. Bro. McDonald bagged so much game during the hunting season, including a large wildcat, near Plainfield, that he had to walk one sided for some time, owing to the sag in his coat. Putnam tower has a telegrapher now, which is much appreciated. Fraternally, “F," Cert. 229. New Rochelle, N. Y., Div. No. 37. The members of the division extend their sym- pathy to Bro. J. D. Romes in the sudden death of his father, an old-time engineer on the New Haven road, but recently retired. Our committee expects to confer with the man- agement soon after January ist. Brothers, make every effort to bring in the de- sirable nons, especially among the new men. “No card, no favors." Div. Co*. NUMBER TWENTY-FOUR’S CLOSE CALL. In Grand Central Station, on a November day. The hearts of many were glad. As they boarded the Merchants’ fast express, No time to be lonesome or sad. By the clock in the station ’twas five p. in.. And time for the “flyer" to start On her trip to the city of Boston, Bearing many a happy heart. / The engineer climbed to his seat in the cab; “All aboard” echoed loud in his ear; With his hand on the throttle and eyes on the track, His big heart never knew fear. A roar and a rattle, as friends said good-by. The “flyer" now speeds on its way; No merrier throng ever rode on a train Than was on the Merchants that day. She speeds through the tunnel with thundering roar; Her passengers happy and gay. “Next stop is New Haven," the brakie cried out; The “flyer” was well on its way; She bounded through Harlem without any stop, Like a bullet shot out of a gun. Headed for Boston as straight as a die. It was only a five hour run. On through Mott Haven past the station she flew, The wheels scarcely touching the rails, Past the green lights that guided her way The “Queen of the System" sails. She’s nearing the junction; the brakes are now on. The switches are set all O. K. ; She takes the cross over well under control, And continues right on her way. The men in the engine, with well-trained eyes And nerves that are tense as steel, Who never falter nor their duties shirk, And those duties were a great deal. Past Woodlawn she flies, still riding the track. Green lights showed the blocks were all clear. And little dreamed that in three minutes more Of a brave, heroic act they’d hear. In Mt. Vernon freight yards a team of bays stood. While their driver was unloading rail; The horses grew nervous as the darker it grew, When one of them kicked a tin pail. With a leap and a bound the two horses flew Straight for the ticket shack, Tore a post from the side of the station And fell headlong right on the track. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 63 The Merchants’ Express in three minutes was due, Both Glover and Nugent well knew, So%rith lantern in hand and speed of a hound Down the track brave Glover flew. To get “JO” on five, Nugent surmised; ^ He could get her before she got by. “Too late,” came the answer, “she’s gone up to you,” The towerman said with a sigh. “If Glover can not now stop the express A wreck there surely will be. The lives of those people he holds in his hand; ’Twill be a credit to him and to me.” “He’s got her! He’s got her l” we hear someone yell. In the distance we see Ills red light Waving high in the path of the train; With a jump he is out of sight. The blows of the whistle told us the tale, How the engineer saw the red light v That Glover was waving right in the face Of the Merchants’ Express that night. There was a grinding sound and the brakes were on With a mighty jar and jerk. The lives of the people, thank God, have been saved By Glover’s heroic work. A few feet from the team the train was stopped; To brave Glover the credit is due For saving the lives of the people on board, As well as the tram and the crew. The people all flocked around him The happiest in the land. “Good luck to you, Glover, the rest of your life,’’ They said as they shook his brave hand. 1 Springfield, Mass., Div. No. 38. The year 1912 has been one of great importance to those employed in the station, telegraph and tower service on the Boston & Albany. The in- crease of wages effective January 27th did not come up to the expectation of the men, the matter being taken beyond General Superintendent Truden to Vice-President Hustis. After a spirited confer- ence, lasting three days, with Vice-President Pier- son representing the men, an agreement was reached which resulted in another increase of wages effective July 6th. In addition to the two increases of wages secured, the significance of full recognition given the organization by the Boston & Albany is apparent to all who arc in any way familiar with labor matters. To Vice-President Pierson aqd the members of Division 38 who served on the committee during 1912 is due the credit for our success. The members should re- member, however, that the necessity for continued individual effort by all still exists. The meeting of the committee at Hotel Worthy, Springfield, was postponed from Nov. 29th and 30th to December 9th and 10th. New working rules and wage schedules were drawn up and other matters relative to work of the committee attended to. Cert. 182. B. & A. R. R. — Albany Division, West End — M. J. Driscoll bid in tower 40, Springfield. Bro. J. A. Bell, second Washington, bid in second Cadys, East Chatham, and Bro. H. B. Rice, second tower 55 “NA” Jet., bid in third Russell. Bro. Coons is on second Cadys temporarily. A new telegraph office has been opened at High Bridge, two miles west of Chatham, with Bro. H. Selgelken on first, 8 a. m. to 4 p. m.; Mead, sec- ond; 4 p. m. to 12 m., and Bro. G. J. Traver, third, 1 2 m. to 8 a. m., temporarily. Positions up for bid: Towerman “NA” Jet., 4 p. m. to 12 m., $2.57 per day, secured by Bro. F. Burke, second Cadys; towerman at tower 40, Springfield, 8 p. m. to 4 a. m., $2.67; Washing- ton, 2 p. m. to 10 p. m., $2.09, and telegrapher Niverville, 12 m. to 8 a. m., $2.00. Bro. W. Sweet, third Niverville, has resigned. Bros. R. W. Austin and H. D. Whitney, regu- lar relief operators and towermen, have been ap- pointed chief signalmen. Bro. Austin's division extends from “NA’’ Jet. to Springfield, and Bro. Whitney’s from Rensellaer to “NA” Jet. They will inspect towers, examine and qualify new tower applicants, etc. G. Diefcndorf wants a man to take care of the furnace at tower 60, State Line, Mass. Bro. Pat- terson, second there, killed a 175-pound buck deer. Bro. Hover, of third there, also went hunting, but did not secure any game. “Doc.” Boston, Mass., Div. No. 41. Bro. C. E. Scott, Wolfeboro, was on tower “B” second trick a few days Thanksgiving week. Bro. Hopkins, spare, has been assigned to a position in “AO” office. Bro. Cooper, of Divi- sion 8, and Bro. Danforth, of the Grand, are working spare in the towers on the Terminal Divi- sion. The latter had a wireless position in Colon, Canal zone, last winter, later going on the Florida East Coast Line. Ex-Bro. Gordon, from the Boston & Albany, is on tower “A” second. Mr. Brown, from the New Haven, is on Charlestown engine house second. Bro. McNall, at Lynn passenger station during the summer, is now with the Western Union in Boston. F. B. Gray, Melrose, Mass. New York, N. Y., Div. No. 44. The regular November meeting was called to order by our worthy chief, with all officers present except two. Five new members were elected. The sick committee’s report was received, and those in distress were cared for. The general chairman rendered a progressive report, which was appreciated, and our interesting meeting ad- journed in good season. A sick benefit association is being advocated, and our members should push it along. For infor- mation communicate with Bro. O. A. Hudson, Digitized by Coogle

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64 The Railroad Telegrapher. Long Island Division — Chief Telegrapher Van Nostrand spent several weeks recently visiting relatives in Omaha, Neb. Bro. and Mrs. A. F. Heller have returned from a month’s pleasant visit at Denver, Pike’s Peak and other western points of interest, covering over four thousand miles on the trip. Bro. P. C. Clawson has returned from a two weeks' visit to his parents and relatives in New Jersey, much improved. Bro. C. A. Collyer, agent Merrick, bid in Sponk. We would be pleased if some of the station agents would furnish some news covering that department. Tower Department — Bro. Tanner, third Hempstead crossing, bid in third Hollis, and Bro. E. E. Lewis, third Wood- haven Jet., secured Winfield Jet. third. Bro. Gray, first “YD" cabin, St. Albans, accom- panied by Mrs. Gray, spent a ten-day vacation visiting Relatives at Atlantic City and Egg Harbor, N. J., relieved by Bro. Mercier. Bro. E. V. Willis, first Queens, while off with a badly ulcerated tooth, was relieved by Bro. Hart. Bro. Swann, third Flatbush Avenue “FT" tower, on ten-day vacation visiting Denver, St. Louis and Chicago, was relieved by Bro. Decker, first Express tower, Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, relieved by Mr. Studley. Bro. McCarger, first Syossett “S" cabin, on a trip to the “Sunny South" to recuperate, was re- lieved by Bro. Kaiser. Bro. E. Van Nostrand, who was off several weeks with a very sore hand, is now on third “YD" cabin, St. Albans. Bro. Morhback, third Hicksville, served on the election board of Nassua County on election day. Bro. Gw C. Sprague, second “RJ" tower, Hill- side, while taking in the celebration* at Valley Streatn was relieved by Bro. Powers. Bro. Edwards, first trolley dispatcher Hunting- ton, on two weeks’ vacation in the Middle West was relieved by Bro. P. J. Hopkins. Bro. C. W. Travis, first Jamaica east end, ac- companied by Assistant Station Master S. Cully, of Jamaica, on a week’s vacation doing “Old Ken- tucky" in quest of high-bred trotters and “Kain- tuck’s Best," was relieved by Bro. Buckbee, sec- ond Jamaica air tower, and he by Bro. Jones, of second trick sheet job, relieved by Bro. Hart. Bro. E. W. Fanning, agent Wainscott, on fifteen days’ vacation, took a trip to Washington, relieved by Bro. W. R. Stiegler. Div. Cor. Recent assignments were: Third “OY" tower, E. G. Hynes; first “HC" tower, J. F. Hendrick- son; first “S" cabin, R. Kaiser; third “PR" cabin, W. Bidder; second “CN" tower, T. Rhodes, and third “WT" tower, T. H. Dryden. Signalmen’s assignments were: second Dutch Kills draw, E. K. Slifer ; second “PR" cabin, J. B. Gallagher; no bids on third. Patchouge tower, bulletin 62. Hempstead tower third was adver- tised in error; it should have been second trick there, L. Mrringer. CARD OF THANKS. To Officers and Members New York Division jy. O. R. T. We wish to thank you for the beautiful flowers and sympathy shown at the loss of our dear mother. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Hudson. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to take unto himself the infant son of our beloved brother, A. F. Mott; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion, No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. L. Thuma, J. S. Martin, A. F. Heller, Committee. Woodsville, N. H.f Div. No. 45. Boston & Maine R. R. — Bro. Sheean has returned with his bride to Lakeport. Congratulations. He was relieved by Bro. Lester. Bro. Brunells, second Ashland, is also to be congratulated, having recently returned with his bride. Bro. Smith, third Ashland, who relieved him, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Dicey. Bros. Mathews and Hubert were also re- cently married. The former is now on second Laconia. Bro. Allard, first Ashland, and Mrs. Allard attended the recent Sousa concert at the “Hub." Bro. Barnard, third Wentworth, while on vaca- tion was relieved by Bro. “Bill" Yeaton, from* the train dispatcher’s office. Agent Plummer, while in northern Maine and New Brunswick on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Fulford, summer agent at Sugar Hill, who latei relieved Bro. Davison at Lisbon, gone West on the first vacation he has taken in twenty years. Bro. Seery, second Tilton, visiting relatives at Conway, N. H., was relieved by Mr. Jordan. Mr. Becnard is on the new night job at “CA." Bro. Bishop relieved Mr. Crapo on third “BG," resigned. Cert. 136. White Mountains Division — Bro. R. J. Littlefield, ticket agent from Little- ton, has been appointed train dispatcher on this division. Bro. P. F. McKenna has returned from his honeymoon in New York and Washington and relieved Bro. W. R. Atwood, of Blackmount, on a hunting trip. Bro. A. G. Macomber, agent Maplewood, who bid in Weir’s, was relieved for a month by Bro. C. A. Burnell, summer agent there. Digitized by (j ooq!

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 65 Bro. R. G. O’Connor, who bid in Warren, has taken four months’ leave and taken the ticket agency of the F. E. C. Railway at St. Augustine, Fla- lie was relieved by Bro. “Bill’* Yeaton at Warren. Local Chairman Blake advises that the com- mittee proposes to go in for a raise shortly after January ist. We should all assist Bro. Blake in lining up the few nons left. Cert. 131. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 89. The attendance at the November daylight meet- ing, presided over by Worthy Chief Bro. Kerus, was very slim. Try to spare three hours once each month and meet the men, some of whom you have never seen yet worked with a long time. Bring your pipe or cigars and smoke up while you listen to what transpires for your benefit. It is a part of your duty to be an active member. Three new members were admitted at this meet- ing. Bro. Wheeler, of Division 38, past general chairman of the B. & A., addressed us upon or- ganization. Bro. Ross spoke on “The Second N. t. Congress of Station Agents, Levermen and Telegraphers,” to be held under the auspices of the O. R- T. during the coining winter, and the meeting adjourned at 12:30 p. m. N. Y. N. H. & //. Notes — There are only a few names left on the delin- quent list. If yours is there, have it removed at once. Bros. C. M. Griffin, chief telegrapher, and J. Melville, secretary and treasurer of the new divi- sion, Xo. 156. organized in Boston, comprising the employes of the Boston Elevated Railroad, are both old and staunch members of 89. Owing to my inability to attend, Bro. Clark, of South Framingham, kindly volunteered to write up the joint meeting when this local division wa3 organ- ized. Bro. Arnold, director in the Broadway tower, has resumed work after his successful though pain- ful operation. It would be interesting to know how be fared in the book lovers’ contest in Boston. Bro. Terrien resigned as C. & O. at Norwood CtL, to go South. Yours truly was appointed assistant local chair- man on the east end, North Windham to Ash- croft. Positions recently bulletined on the Midland Division, at weekly salaries noted, are 'Agent and telegrapher East Wallingford, 7 a. m. to 7 p. m., $15; telegrapher Columbia, 3 p. m. to 11 p. m., $14-75- C. & O. — East Hartford yard, 3 p. m. to 11 p. m., $15; East Hartford, 11 p. m. to 7 a. m., $15; Auburn, 3 p. m. to midnight, $14; Plainfield, 4 p. m. to midnight, $15; Cranston, 8 a. m. to 8 p. m., $14.75; Oxford, 1:50 p. m. to 10:50 p. m., $14; relief telegrapher, $18.50. The Towcrmen and Telegraphers’ Relief Asso- ciation, composed of members of Division 89, was dissolved on account of lack of funds. This should be reorganized under better business meth- ods and not run independent of the division as heretofore. The association paid out nearly $450 the past four years with a membership of only thirty. It certainly deserved better patronage. Bro. Jack Riley, local chairman, visited his home in Blackstone recently. Merry Christmas and happy New Year. Bardol, Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved wife of our brother, Albert A. Richardson; in manifestation of our grief and sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Boston Division, No. 89, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and children of the afflicted * family their sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved father and also a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. F. W. Atkinson, E. A. St. Laurient, C. G. Bartlett, Committee. Chicago, III., Div. No. 91. Chicago, Indiana & Southern R. R., Danville Division — The holiday season just passed no doubt affords more pleasure and happiness in general than all other holidays of the year combined, a happiness inspired in our hearts and minds with a super- natural power which no human being possesses; one that can come from none other than the Father of Him in whose commemoration we cele- brate the holy day of Christmas, and likewise New Year’s day. Some there are whose joy and happiness rest on the expectancy of presents exchanged between friends and relatives on these occasions— a custom as old as the feast we celebrate, and probably older — but, alas, not all of us are fortunate enough to enjoy to any extent the latter practice, as a large majority can not afford luxuries, our meager salaries being insufficient to provide more than the necessaries of life and meet other obliga- tions brought about by unexpected misfortune and many other unforeseen things which follow each other in regular succession. Some few there are who can not materially im- prove their circumstances, but they are very tew. Some are quicker to realize facts when called to their attention, and again there are others who it seems can not be awakened to see conditions in their true light and refuse to listen to the plead- ing of the. friends who are trying unceasingly to lead them into the right path and who realize that the only hope we have for the betterment of con ditions is to do as our successful neighbors have done — stand pat and do things we undertake in a systematic way — and the only way for the man in these circumstances to accomplish this end is through organization. Digitized by * , Google

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66 The Railroad Telegrapher. If our employers went about their business in the manner many of us are doing, they would not be in business today. There must be some system to anything you undertake, there must be a leader, and last, but not least, there must be power to back the undertaking or all will be naught. This power can be applied in various ways and it need not be all cash. While that is required to a cer- tain extent, there are other powers equally as strong if applied in the right manner. Your em- ployer to succeed will resort in many cases to almost any means to attain his end. He is and has been successful through his efforts. You can attain success by following his example. Organize yourselves and place yourself in a business and systematic way to do business. He controls the money, but you control the means through which his dollars are earned, and there is no reason why vou should not do so. You owe it to yourself, your family and your fellowmen. If you are of the opinion that you can better yourself by your individual efforts, then why, in the name of com- mon sense, are you not earning more and have something better — something that you would not have to complain of. By your neglect or your selfishness, as is sometimes the case, you do your- self an injustice and impede the progress of others. With the beginning of this New Year let us resolve to do our best to better ourselves socially, morally and financially and not continue, as in the past, to keep on promising yourself and others that you will do this next month, which will find you in just the same circumstances as this month and probably worse. Never put off until tomor- row what you can do today. Let us have this division solid within the next two months, and when wc ask for something better we will have the support of the entire division. Keep the “hammer” buried and be considerate. The world was not made in a day nor can wc build temples and palaces in a day. With your earnest co-operation, I expect to see everyone in line within the next two months, and to this end I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year. Local Chairman. Danville Division Notes — The next to the last paragraph on page 1645 >n the November Journal, reading “There are still three nons at Olivers,” is an error, and should have read: “ There are three good ones at Olivers ” They are strictly “up to date,” and have been for years, and we are pleased to make the correction. Regarding the taking of train orders by con- ductors and engineers, that question should be kept continually agitated. The increase of traffic required the opening of night offices at Tab, Campbell and Conrad. Earl Francis, from the Big Four, assigned second and R. S. Kemp, third at Tab, and B. J. Humphrey tmrd and C. J. Britton second at Campbell. The names of the new men at Conrad have not yet been learned. Later Francis resigned and returned to the Big Four, relieved on second Tab by C. D. Johnson, from Kentland. Dunn will probably be opened nights shortly creating two new positions. Bro. E. W. Kemp, agent Morocco, has resigned and will accept a position in Gibson offices. Bro. Simms is in the real estate and banking business at Schneider, relieved as agent there by H. F. Richter, from Ade, relieved by H. W. Hab- ben, from Free, relieved by C. C. Brown, from Sloan tower, relieved by N. J. Cole, extra. Bro. White, of Wheatfield, on leave of absence has gone either South or West. Boys, let us start the new* year with a good write-up each month from this division. Wc can do it with your help. When you know of any- thing, drop me a note or tell me and I will make a note of it, and by the end of each month you will be surprised at the amount of little items you can assist in getting in this manner. L. C., and Cert. 519. Kankakee Division — The Kankakee freight house burned to the ground Saturday before Christmas, causing heavy loss, as the house was a block long. Bro. J. W. Driscoll is at Howe days; “Non” Tomlinson transferred. Bro. Stanley Kern relieved Bro. Joe Dc Armond at North Liberty agency on a three-day leave to Texas. No ofie seems to be interested enough to send me a sufficient number of notes to make a decent write up. J. W. Grady, Div. Cor. Meridian, Miss., Div. No. 94. Why should we Alabamians take a back seat. Georgia has succeeded in passing a bond law. We, as O. R. T. brothers, should have a commit- tee down at the capitol at the next meeting of our representatives pleading for the same good deed. This is the only way we will ever be able to get our rights. Now, don’t wait for the other fellow to do this, but every member write his representatives plead- ing with them to make a start today. Fraternally, W. H. Phillips, Cert. 183. Cobalt, Ont., Div. No. 99. Temiskaming & Northern Ontario Ry. — Bro. George Bruce, agent Burkes, was presented with a Morris chair by a few of the boys of the vicinity on the occasion of his recent marriage. He has our best wishes for a long and prosperous married life. Bro. Murray, formerly relieving dispatcher, has been appointed agent Anglehart, vice Bro. Cun- ningworth, resigned. Bro. R. B. Smith has been appointed first relay dispatcher, Bro. R. T. Trow- hill, second relay dispatcher, and Bro. Faught second days Cobalt. The street railway has been extended from Haileybury to New Liskeard. Bro. Freeborn, of the C. R. P., is at Latchford nights. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 67 Bro. Harrison bid m “KS" nights, and Bro. La Galias “PN" nights. Bro. McDonald was hunting recently, but no person knows of any game be brought back. Anyone who has been overlooked, do as I have done — either drop a line to our secretary or send it themselves. Cert. 53. Addison, N. Y., Div. No. 108. B. & S. R. /?.— Bro. P. W. Outman has resigned. Agent Johnson, of Walton, attended court in Coudersport a few days recently. JL F. Spencer, of Westfield, on vacation visiting his home in Buffalo, relieved by Bro. Smith, of Westfield, who also worked a few weeks at Bridge Street and Genesee, relieved by Bro. English. Sherman Fisk succeeded Mr. Bergin as agent Genesee, recently resigned. Agent Bolton, of Costello recently visited his home at Middlebury. Relief Agent Champlin is now at Ncwfield Jet. Very few of the night offices have as yet been reopened, but second and third Belfast have been. If the members would send in a few items each month, we could have a much better write-up. Cert. 39* Tring Junction, Que., Div. No. 131. Quebec Central Ry. — Our last meeting was held at Thetford Mines on November 16th, with about fifteen members present. On motion of Bro. Vallee, seconded by Bro. Collet, a resolution was passed raising the semi-annual dues from $4 to $5, to meet the in- creasing expenses of the division, such as renting a hall at Thetford Mines to hold our meetings, the paying of members serving on committees, etc. All other divisions charge from $6 to $6.50 semi-annually, it is to be hoped that everyone will keep solid and get new members initiated. Bro. Lemieux and his wife are back from a two weeks' trip to Vancouver, B. C. He was re- lieved by Bro. Barnwell, relieving agent, who later took his holidays. Bro. Vaillancourt is confined to his room with rheumatism, relieved by Bro. Gosselin. We all hope he will soon be out to work again. Bro. Doyon is taking two weeks’ holidays, re- lieved by Bro. Poulin. Bro. Morin is back again, after having been on the sick list for over a month. Chief Dispatcher Bartlett is out on the road since two months ago, instructing “Standard Rules" which will come into effect January 20th. Bro. Dostie, on the sick list for two weeks, was relieved by Bro. Gosselin. Bro. «Deveau was a recent visitor in Boston. Four new big engines have been ordered to be delivered next spring. This means increase in business. % Bro. Dugal has beeen appointed agent at “B," and Bro. J. Roy agent at “SH." Cert. 52. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from our midst the beloved sister of our brother, J. E. Deveau; in manifesta- tion of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, By the members of Division 131, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to the grief -stricken brother our sincere and heart- felt sympathy in his sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. E. Lafontaine, C. T. A. Lagueux, Sec'y-Treas. North Adams, Mass., Div. No. 139. Boston Sr Maine R. R. — A happy New Year to you all. The company has not set any date yet for a meeting with our committee. The November meeting was held on the ninth, with the usual attendance. The members should attend the meetings and assist in work they wish carried out. Kicking at the meetings will pan out much better than howling along the pike and mak- ing a general protest to the public in general. Bro. Hank Duncan, of Buckland, on a week’s vacation during November, returned with several deer. Bro. Davis, of Charlemont is purchasing agent for a New York City firm. Bro. Pitcher had the new Carnegie medal presented to him for heroic work while the flood was on in that territory. Bro. Barber, of Melrose, has put his auto out of commission for the winter. Bro. Dowling, formerly second Rotterdam, is running a combination pool room and tailor shop. Bros. Phillips and Gaul have a surprise for the January meeting and wish as many members to attend as possible. Sister Smith won first prize at the Worcester telegraph, copying on the machine an average of seventy-one words code. Cert. 4. Nashua, N. H., Div. No. 152. B. & M. R. R.— Recent assignments are: Ayer station second, Bro. J. F. Sullivan; third “RD," A. J. Dugas; Lincoln Square ticket agency, Bro. G. A. Web- ster; Marlboro, N. H., agency, Bro. Paul Brill; Lee, N. H., agency, Bro. E. Bartlett. A. D. Barnes, former relief dispatcher in “S," was at Marlboro agency pending its assignment. J. W. Lecuyer bid in second Barber tower, vice Mr. Fee, resigned. Bro. Cook secured the new dispatcher’s position with C. E. Gray and Bros. A. W. Maloy and G. H. Cook on the west end, and L. S. Bartlett and Bros. F. II. Collins and F. H. Willard on the east end Bro. J. P. Osgood is relief dispatcher. Bro. J. A. Sullivan is on third Ayer, vice Bro. J. K. Quackenboss, resigned and gone into busi- ness in Montreal. His many friends wish him Digitized by Google

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68 The Railroad Telegrapher. success. Mr. Henderson, a new man, is on sec- ond Ayer. Bro. “Big Bill” Hitchcock has resigned at Windham Jet, to become a news hunter for the Bull Moosers. The boys are expected to pay their dues promptly this coming term. J. W. Vaillancourt. Grand Trunk Ry. Ballots for candidates for local chairman for the ensuing term, also delegates and alternates for the Grand Division convention, will be distributed early in February. When received, act promptly. Don’t lay them to one side and trust to someone else doing what you should do. When everybody does his duty, satisfaction will surely obtain. Just as soon as the election of officers is over, meetings will be called at different points on the system. If you are anxious to see progress made and have not already renewed your division card, do so at once. That will help far more than a good many think. Please don’t lag and make extra work for the secretary’s office, preventing him from doing his work with the success he would like. We want a thorough organization on the Grand Trunk. It is thorough organization that always brings an up-to-date schedule to any bunch of telegraphers. Schedules don’t usually grow of their own accord. They are improved upon ac cording to the manner in which the telegraphers themselves support their union. You can help complete thorough organization by being prompt in the matter of paying your division dues. And when you have done that, ascertain if your mate or next-door neighbor has done the same. If he is not a member, endeavor to show him the mis- take he is making by being a non and see that he gets application papers. If you haven’t an extra set, drop the undersigned a post card and same will reach you in short order. You know, one man has just as much right to be a non- member as another. And if every telegrapher put that prerogative in effect and became a non, the result would be that there would be no union, and if there was no union, there would be no effort made for better conditions. You know that movements for increased wages and improved working conditions never originate with the non- member. If your mate happens to be an “up-to- date” member but holding membership in some foreign division, have him mail his division card to the undersigned, so his membership can be transferred and his dues go to the up-build of the division representing the road employed on. Give the company the very best possible service. This we ask every member not to overlook. Good serv- ice to the company means easier work for your general committee. The present Grand Trunk management wants good men and good service, and we have every reason to believe the company, will treat you much fairer than you have been treated during recent years. Therefore, let every agent and telegrapher pitch in and assist in every way possible to make the Grand Trunk road the most popular in the country. It will pay you to do so. Members will please bear in mind that when remitting private checks to cover division dues they should add sufficient to pay bank collection. Wishing all a happy and prosperous New Year, I am, Fraternally, D. L. Shaw, G. S. & T. Middle Division — The bettering of the conditions on the Grand Trunk for the telegraphers were never more op- portune than at the present time. The committee has just returned from Toronto, where was held the most successful meeting in the history of the organization on this division. A new working schedule was drawn up and the wage list revised and submitted to the management. Every division on the system was represented by its local chair- man. Everybody get interested now in the welfare of the organization; pay your dues promptly and get in the few nons. M. G. Watson, agent Burlington Jet., one of our most loyal brothers, while directing work in the yards there was hit by a C. P. R. express, dying shortly afterwards. Mrs. Watson has the deepest sympathy from the brothers of this division. A subscription was taken up among the members, and a beautiful wreath given in his memory. C. E. Dunn, Copetown nights, while unloading baggage had his hand badly crushed, and had to lay off a few days. Bro. Steedsman, of Waterdown, spent his honey- moon at Buffalo and other places. Congratula- tions. A non east of Hamilton on the Seventeenth District, who says he is a member, never had a card, although sent papers twice to fill out. Still he enjoys the benefits reaped through the euorts of the O. R. T. and runs the bluff that he is in good standing. Mr. Hancock, Lynden Junction days, is another one who puts in his “jeans” all the O. R. T. can get him and never invest* anything to help the good cause along. Grimsby Park closed for the winter, and Agent Mitchell has gone to Harrisburg nights. Bro. Kinder relieved Bro. Fairweather, Sarnia tunnel, who went to Burlington Jet. Bro. Patten is at Lynden Jet. nights, C. E. Dunn at Copetown, and Mr. Woods at Dundas. Bro. Tarner bid in Dundas days, vice Bro. Gray, resigned and gone to the C. P. R. Relief Agent Bro. Meredith is now at Dundas. Bro. Diltz, agent Bronte, is off sick, relieved by Relief Agent Bro. Routley. While Bro. F. A. Malcom was on committee work at Toronto, Mr. Corrie and Bro. J. A. Mal- colm doubled up on account of the shortage of men. Rymal has been opened as an agency by Bro. Shaver. Bro. J. A. Aikman, of the G. T. P., is back at “S” Hamilton. Mr. Clarke, Stoney Creek, off on account of a sore hand, was relieved by Mr. McAllister. Mr. Cudmore, a new man, goes to Bronte. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 69 Bro. Beebe, temporarily at Woodstock nights, goes to Komoka. Bro. Heldman, of Norwich B. & T. station, bid m Burlington Jet agency. Bro. Meridith relieved Bro. Galbraith at Burlington Jet., while he was at Hamilton a few nights. Boys on the Toronto branch, please drop a few lines to your local chairman at Woodstock and let him know what is going on down that way. You night men, when business becomes quiet, put to- gether a small write-up for The Telegrapher and send it to your local chairman. Don’t tell your troubles to a way freight con- ductor or a commercial traveler. You won’t get much sympathy, as they have troubles of their own. Explain it fully to your local chairman. Any little matter you can not adjust with the com- pany, turn it over to your local chairman, sending him all the correspondence, and he will try to have it adjusted. You are paying for protection and you have a right to have it. The committee will be glad to conduct your case for you. Wish all a happy and prosperous New Year. Cert. 894. Fifth District — Everybody is busy arranging transportation for the “golden grain.” Bro. A. E. Hill has returned from an enjoyable three weeks* vacation to the Eastern States, re- lieved by Bro. LeGallais, relieved at Unity days by Mr. Fally, with Bro. Leslie, from the G. T., at Unity nights. Bro. Simmons went to Biggar nights, relieved by Bro. Leslie. Bro. Patterson has returned from Winnipeg. How about a special meeting? All anxious to hear about that $75 per, come and get acquainted with the new arrivals. Wc should have a meeting at least once a month. Biggar would be a good stand. The boys could come in from Fourth and Fifth and there should be a good attendance. Bro. Gillis, Biggar days, is going on holidays shortly, and Bro. LeGallais is going East Come, boys, get busy on the write-ups. Cert. zi86. Wabash Ry. SpringfieCd Division — Our general committee has been in session at St. Louis for some time, maturing plans for in- creasing our salaries and bettering our working conditions, which we are sadly in need of. As the conductors’ and trainmen’s committees were in ahead of us, a schedule was drawn up and presented to Mr. Cotter, and the committee ad- journed to meet again as soon as we could get an audience. Bro. L. W. Abbott, assistant local chairman, represented the Springfield Division on the com- mittee, as Bro. H- G. Savage, local chairman, could not leave home at that time. Bro. Murphy tendered his resignation as general chairman, and Bro. V. A. Wood, of the Detroit Division, was elected as his successor. The C. B. & Q., C. & A., and Can. Pac. have all secured schedules recently, with more pay and better working conditions, and we can be equrlly as successful if each member will take this matter in hand and get after their neighbors, ascertain if they are “up to date,” and if not, get them that way quickly. Unionism means success, so let’s get unionized. Get busy and make this the banner division of the Wabash System in 1913. With each member’s help in securing applications and news items each month, this can be done. It is not an easy matter for one or two mem- bers to keep our division lined up, so let every one get after the non next to him and make it so warm for him that he will come in. The new parcels post arrangement that became effective January 1st will reduce to some extent the express commission now enjoyed by agents who handle express in connection with their rail- road work. The maximum weight for a single package is eleven pounds instead of four pounds as heretofore,* and a considerable reduction in rates. Farmers living on rural routes can now have their parcels brought to their gate, which is quite an advantage over the old method of going to the express office for them. Nelson Lock has been appointed trainmaster, vice L. W. Karnes, transferred, who has been with us about twelve years, wh:ch speaks for his efficiency as a trainmaster. Mr. Lock was for- merly a locomotive engineer on this division. A few years ago he was promoted to the position of road foreman of engines, and he is well liked by the rank and file. We predict his success as trainmaster. Thursday, December 19th, the new draw on the Valley City bridge was put into service, and as no trains could pass over the bridge from 7:30 a. m. until 4:45 p. m., it was a quiet day between- the two rivers. F. A. Longnecker, agent JfCinderhook, Is on vaca- tion, Bro. R. M. Carrell relieving. Bro. Halk has bid in and been assigned to third Baylis. Bro. H. W. Frederick, agent Valley City, bid in third there for a change. J. F. Quigley, second Bluffs, bid in Valley City agency, relieved by Bro. C. H. Claus, extra, pending bulletin. Bro. J. A. Allen, from Meredosia, was on third Valley City until bid in by Bro. Frederick. Bro. Driscoll, agent Griggsville, on vacation was relieved by Bro. M. E. Overholt, Mr. Leeper re- lieving him on third there. Later Bro. Overholt bid in third Dawson. J. V. Tolle bid in second there, and Bro. E. E. Suttpn, agent Maysville, bid in third Griggsville. Bro. A. M. Zimmerman, second Baylis, bid in Maysville agency. H. M. Todd, agent Bowen, has given up the agency and taken a telegraph trick. W. L. Slater, agent Arnold, bid in Bowen agency. Bro. C. D. Hard an old-timer on the Wabash, is now on third Curran, and Bro. N. T. Block, from the C. & A., on second there. Digitized by Google

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70 The Railroad Telegrapher. E. C. Fahy, third Berlin, has resigned to accept a position with the State. J. Owen is relieving Bro. Abbott, agent Daw- son, while on committee work in St. Louis. Telegraphers have been taken off at Lanesville and put on at Harristown, Bro. P. K. Klinefelter and C. J. Ryan filling the bill. Telegrapher Leeper, third Griggsville, bid in Arnold agency. Telegrapher Marshall, second Riverton, off sick a few days, was relieved by Mr. McAndrews, from Riverton. M. L. Smith, former agent Barry, is now work- ing a trick in “JNM office, Springfield. M. A. Whunsey, second Shops, has resigned, re- lieved by J. A. Raines. Wish everyone would gather news notes and send them to me not later than the twentieth, so we can have a nice write up each month. Positions on bulletin are: Bowen, Maysville, Valley City and Arnold agencies, Bluff and Cur- ran second, and East Hannibal and Curran third. % Cert. 748 and Div. <Cor. 1 Detroit Division — F. H. Sheppard is on first trick Milan during my absence on committee work at St. Louis. Nothing doing; he must get a card if he works my job; got all his promises. There are a lot of jobs on bulletin of late. The extra men should have regulars soon. Bro. G. C. Hostetter and wife, Sister G. M. Hostetter, bid in Dehay first and second, and Bro. O. H. Raether bid in third Dehay, and Bro. L. R. Mann got third North Liberty. These changes put on bulletin respectively: Kunkle agency and second, B. O. tower and second Hand. Bro. A. F. Klages took his usual hunting trip as a vacation, and also had an enjoyable visit with his parents in Ohio. Frank Mason, second Belleville, who was acci- dentally shot while hunting recently, went to the Peru Hospital, relieved by extra, unknown. I met Bro. F. W. Beatty and Bro. Arney in Montpelier applying for positions. We arc glad to welcome them back to the Wabash. Bro. G. A. Fisher, first Alvordton, was recently married and went to the Pacific Coast on his honeymoon. Congratulations and best wishes to the brother and his bride for a long and happy life. J. A. Rowe took Stroh agency. We have his promise to line up soon. I enjoyed the visit over the line very much with the boys and also the ladies, too. Keep the good move going and the good work up. All the brothers and sisters, keep me informed as to who is at certain places and how they are. Send me all the news you can and we will keep the space allotted to us well filled. Compliments and best wishes to all. V. A. Wood. Detroit Division Notes — Bro. Iliff secured a first trick man and now he has three men doing the telegraph and clerical work. Bro. Drennan bid in North Liberty first. Bro. Stombaugh, who relieved him on second on bid, was relieved on third there by Extra Erwin. Received a very nice line of news from the brothers at Gary. Thanks; come again often, and all the rest, too. Bro. West, second Magee, bid in third West- ville. Bro. Jonas bid in second there and later third Magee, and Bro. Bower, of Westville, bid in Gary third. Bro. Mills has been checked in at Crocker agency. Bro. Hanes, second Crocker, with his wife, visited Gary recently. Bro. Flegel, agent Aetna, and Conductor Swank had quite a lively time recently putting out a fire around the chimney of Flegel’s office car. As a result the brother's office is now rather cool at times. Bro. Havener, first Gary, is figuring on laying off a month in the near future, when he will go East and secure a bride. Bros. Quackenbush and Smith, of Woodward, went to Arkansas hunting last month, but only shot a few squirrels. We were in hopes they would be in season to bring home some deer and give us all a good feed of venison. Bro. King, second Gary, an old Erie man, highly entertained the local chairman on his recent visit in regard to railroading in the East. Quite a number of positions are up for bid. It is hard for the chief dispatcher to put the men in their regular positions, but we hope to soon have Bro. Bower back on third Gary. Cert. 1647. Peru Division — Bio. G. C. Delaraarter, on third Martin a short time, is back on first New Haven, relieved by Mr. Doris. Mr. Collins is on third New Haven. Bro. Tillock secured the agency there. Bro. O. E. Wilson secured the Defiance agency. A clerk from the Fort Wayne office got Napoleon agency, and Fred Johnson bid in third Roanoke. A number of the boys have come back into the Order. If bids on Napoleon and New Haven agencies were disregarded, the matter should be taken up with the proper officers. Bro. and Mrs. R. J. Curtis, of New Haven, wish to express their thanks to the brothers and others who contributed to the floral offering and for their kindness in their bereavement in the death of their little son, Donald. Div. Cor., Cert. 208. Mobile & Ohio Ry. St. Louis Division — Recent appointments on bulletin were: Bro. S. W. Estes, Verona agency; Bro. T. A. Ware, Fruitland agency; Bro. T. D. White, third Bethel; G. H. La whom, second Rienzi; Bro. A. W. Fowler, Sparta agency; Bro. M. S. McCord, Baldwin agency, and Bro. L. D. Verhine, first Trenton. Bro. L. C. McCuller, Booneville days, after an extended leave has resumed work, relieving Bro. H. L. Cook, who later relieved Bro. T. D. White, third Bethel, for several days. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 71 Bro. J. U. Overall, Sr., agent Dyer, after an extended leave has resumed work, relieving Bro. Jesse Overall, who returned to Corinth second, relieving Mr. Crooms, who then relieved G. H. Lawhorn, second Rienzi, for several days. W. F. Glisson is relieving on first Trenton, and R. C. Thomas at Cayce agency, pending bulletin assignments. S. N. Jones, second Henderson, who relieved the agent at Dyer several days, owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. Hailey. Bro. A. W. Lawrence, first Tamms, was off several days recently. Bro. J. E. Taylor, second Shannon, spent the holidays at Rutherford, relieved by Telegrapher Meeks. J. E. Armstrong, relieving on first “JN” Jack son several days, was relieved on first Perry by Telegrapher Smith. Please send in the news, boys. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from our midst the beloved and devoted wife and mother of our esteemed Bros. J. U. Overall, Sr. and Jesse Overall, Jr., and while we bow in humble submission to the will of oar heavenly Father, who doeth all things well; and Whereas, We feel that Bros. Overall, have lost a kind and loving wife and mother, in manifes- tation of our grief and fraternal sympathy for our brothers and family; therefore be it Resolved, That we, a committee in behalf of the members of St. Louis;' Mo. Division No. 2, Or- der of Railroad Telegraphers, deeply regret the untimely demise of the wife and mother of our brothers and extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy and consolation in this their sad bereavement, and be it futher Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, and a copy sent The Telegrapher for publication. L. T. Murdaugh, W. R. Barr, J. E. Suton, Committee < Chicago 6. Alton R. R. Local Chairman Riley now has the Southern Division solid south of Springfield to Alton, with the exception of Mr. Jacobs second, Carlinville. Bro. Riley’s untiring efforts have been duplicated by General Chairman Gentz and Local Chairman Bartley of the Western Division. I hope the members of the general committee will each write an article expressing their views on the general routine of our work for the Feb- ruary number. I believe this will be highly ap- preciated by the membership. We must assist the committee in lining up the nons and try to have them take out a card. Seeking to bring our other worthy fellowcraftsmen into the fold and remit promptly for your new card. Be a union man it heart and in action. Let us arrange to hold a rousing meeting at some convenient point, get together, meet the men who represent us, become acquainted and discuss matters in general. Our general committee will no doubt make the necessary arrangements if given assurance that a meeting is desired. Those inter- ested write their local chairman on the subject sending a copy to General Chairman E. E. Gentz at Braidwood, 111. With the best wishes of the season to our grand officers, our employer and last but not least to the membership at large, I trust we will be able to secure one of the best schedules in the country during the year of 1913. E. R. H. Northern Division — Some brother get busy with L. C. Weise at Cus- ter, also the two nons at Streator. It is now Bro. F. D. Scoville at Wenona. Bro. R. W. Salzman bid in Nevada, Varna is on bulletin. The R. T. & N. is a dead bunch with the excep- tion of Bro. W. F. Swanson at Magnolia. W. A. Roberts at Cazenovia, promised his appli cation if the desired results were secured. A broken word is as bad as a broken back if you don’t apply the proper remedy. Southern Division — Mr. Anthony, former agent at Godfrey, is now wor^jng extra at Roodhouse. General agent and, ^assistant agent Springfield have been abolished. Mr. George, formerly gen- eral agent is now agent at Springfield. C. M. Teschemacher, general agent at Kansas City, succeeded by D. G. lienshaw, traveling audi- tor, succeeds D. F. McCarthy as general agent at Chicago. Under the agreement and our schedule both positions should be bulletined. We certainly should assist upon the bulletining of positions to fill vacancies. Old “Jaka*’ Jacobs, deposed as manager at Rood- house, is relieving Bro. Deaton second, Carlin- ville, on a vacation. Bro. Symonds is now mana- ger at Roodhouse with Bro. Pfeiffer first, Bro. Kehl second, and Bro. Lakin third. Some serv- ice at Roodhouse now. Bro. Symonds with his wife and daughter recently visited his parents at Windsor, 111., relieved by Mr. D. N. Bois, a new man, now with the Katy. Bro. B. F. Smith, first Carrollton, attended lodge at Springfield lately. Bro. C. W. Hoover, transferred from Division 138, from “Old Kaintuck,” says the spring water at Carrollton is delicious. Ticket Agent S. T. Tuttle and wife of Alton, recently returned from an extended tour of the coast. Both looking well and feeling fine. Bro. Bechdolt of Kane passed through Carrollton recently on a visit to his parents. It is now Bros. P. T. Liles, agent Eldred, and W. P. Nuetzman, White Hall, Chairman Riley has succeeded in having Lawndale bulletined. Organizer Dunn has brought several into the folu recently. Digitized by o.ooQle

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72 The Railroad Telegrapher. Roodhouse’s seven new tracks are being laid, roundhouse enlarged and new concrete cinder pits put in to keep up with the steady gain of business. Mr. Hainline, Jacksonville, relieved by Mr. Anth, on third. Work trains between Carrollton and Eldred on the Carrollton line are rushing the completion of the new extension into the Clark Ranch and that of Ex-Vice President Fairbanks. The ditching train which has been at Alton and Carrollton is now at Tallula. Supt. Miller and T. M. Shuman were at Kaser recently, looking over the proposed site for an elevator there. Business on the Tonica is heavy. Every con- sists reads “UP” coal Kansas City. Section gangs on the Carrollton line have been furnished with motor cars to enable them to get over their territory in less time and with much more ease. Gen. Coa. Western Division — W. A. Yowell, first, R. F. Hobson, second and J. R. Huckstep, third Marshall, are among the recent recruits. Cashier Ehrnman also carries an up to date. It is also Bro. W. R. Branscom, first Slater. Bro. Guy Greene, agent Hillview, visited home- folks in Mayview recently. Bro. A. R. Cosh relieved Bro. Sterner at Arm- strong a few days. Bro. Maurer, who relieved Mr. Spotts at Gla» gow, also relieved Mr. Patterson at Higsbee. Mr. Morgan went to second Higsbee, relieved on sec- ond Marshall by Bro. Hobson. Bro. John Holly, agent Bates Lity, attended a wedding at Glasgow recently. Bro. D. T. Ehrnman relieved the agent at Marshall a few days. D. G. Henshaw, traveling auditor, was promoted to the Kansas City freight agency. Bro. Guy Morgan went to the wreck between Armstrong and Steinmetz recently, when an extra put fourteen refrigerator cars in the ditch. Bro. J. J. Dunn is having fine success in his work from Kansas City down the line. We hope he will soon be able to get the rest of the nons. It is about time for our new cards. Let’s all remit early and start the New Year up to date. It is now Bro. Breitenstein at ulockburn. He will be pulling for us from now on. Next time the local gets to your station aDout 9 p. m. and fills the platform with about 10,000 pounds of freight from one end to the other, after you have pulled, hauled and packed it in the house, sit down a few minutes and tumk il we were solid, wouldn’t some one else have dene it? Then write to that non you know and tell him about the Order. Phones are being installed on the Northern Di- vision. The R. R. officials have made a kick for more pay on account of handling the parcels post. The only way we will ever get any of that extra money is by presenting a solid front when we ask for it. If every brother along the line will speak to the non working close to or with him, we can soon have the Western Division solid from Kansas City to Roodhouse. Then when the committee goes up again we can back it up with a solid membership, and it will be able to do more for us. An agent or telegrapher who got a raise anrd hasn’t got a card, must certainly have a peculiar feeling come over him, when he takes the money that others worked so hard to get for him, when he knows he didn’t contribute one cent to make this raise possible. Cert. 1712. C., St. P., M. 6. O. Ry. Af. Sr I. Division — One of those old-time successful meetings was held in the Board of Trade Hall at Mankato on Sunday, December 15th. Everybody was enthu- siastic, happy and jovial, and had a right royal good time. After the business of the evening had been transacted some of Mankato’s best “union labeled” cigars were passed around, good stories and jokes were indulged in, and “Smith’s Popular Ideal Restaurant” dished up the best of everything to the boys, the meal being all that could be wished for. The Board of Trade Hall, being located directly above the police station had a tendency to hold the boys in check when their enthusiasm might otherwise have caused them to become over-hilarious. But the police did not in- terfere with the meeting or the splendid repre- sentation gathered together that evening. We were much pleased to welcome visiting Bro. W. A. Wagstaff of the C. & G. W., a former mem- ber of the Omaha, also Bro. Grow of Division 76, who is on third at the C. & N. W. depot, in Mankato. Mankato has everything in its favor as a splen- did meeting point with the exception of the late- ness of 'the train going East, which necessitates the boys from that direction staying up till the "wee-sma’ hours,” but they generally return home, even on that late train, although rather tired, feeling all the better for having strained a point to attend. The honor of story telling lay between Bros. Wagstaff and Glick, and was almost evenly bal- anced. Bro. Gray of Brewster gets out to every meet- ing he can, and, although he is unable to get home until time to go to work the next morning, he always has a splendid time. Bro. Wagner of Garden City, in order to attend, was obliged to walk seven miles to Lake Crystal to catch No. 4, on the trip back next morning. Bro. Spatgen of Merriam came fifty miles on an extra freight, returning in the morning. Those who could have attended, and did not, missed a rare treat, and none of the boys who were present this time will miss another meet- ing even though they arc compelled to lay off to attend. _ These meetings, a privilege w'e have for many years been denied, are a grand, good thing for the upbuilding of the organization, and it’s to be regretted that more of the boys can not attend, as Digitized by kjooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 73 they are beneficial to you who can not get away to attend. The only one more regret we have is that Bro. Jansen of Madelia was compelled to “display sig- nals'* at the corner of the Saulpaugh Hotel in order to make No. gt on account of the supper he ate and the cigars he tried to carry away in his pocket. Come again boys, you are always welcome and we will try and use you right. Local Chairman. Minnesota & Iowa Division Notes — Bro. E. T. Hopkins, wife and little daughter have returned to Fulton from a trip to Chicago, Ladd, 111., and Southern Iowa, taking in Des Moines and other places of interest. Our old friend, Bro. F. L. Colfix, relieved Bro. Hopkins. Bro. O. S. Mann, who relieved Local Chairman Tenney while the latter was on the annual ball committee, later renewed old acquaintances at Kasota, and visited his parents at Windom. Bro. E. T. Brady is back from the C. & N. VV., third Mankato. Bro. F. B. Pettingill decided he did not desire Shakopee agency. He went to sleep on No. 1 1 and did not wake up in time to change and catch No. 9, and was delayed at Mankato until No. 5 next day. Bro. Price of Le Sueur had a relapse after his return to work from his recent illness, and was obliged to return to his bed, but is improving. Bro. \V. F. Walker, transferred to Division No. 4, and has taken his assigned position at Madelia, relieving Bro. W. L. Cochran, who relieved Bro. Wagner at Garden City, while on the Mankato annual ball committee. Bro. J. W. Jarman, who relieved Bro. H. Bromandcr at Montrose for a month, relieved Bro. Walker at Heron Lake, after ten days lay-off. He was later relieved by Bro. I. J. Mock and relieved Mr. Cassady at Valley Springs. Later he relieved Bro. F. H. Spatgen, agent Merriam, who is visiting at Harvey, N. D. Madelia is now solid, excepting Agent Douglas, whom we hope will soon join us. Bro. Wm. Frednchs, agent at Heron Lake, was relieved for a few weeks by R. Lloyd, former cashier Mankato freight house. Bro. G. F. Miller, Bigelow nights, has been off on account of sickness. Bro. G. M. Butts, Hospers nights, is visiting folks in Quincy, 111. Bro. C. W. West was relieved at Fairmont by former C & N. W. agent, W. H. White, and went to his assignment at Vernon Center agency. Bro. W. L. Cochran of Madelia was in Mankato December and. Also Bro. H. L. Glick on Decem- ber 9th, and Bro. M. Hayes of Blue Earth, who left a five spot for his dues. Bro. O. S. Mann, displaced Bro. W. J. A. Max- field on the 4 p. m. to 2 a. m. side wire at St. James. The latter spent Thanksgiving with his mother at Mankato, and is now with the C. R. I. & P. at Kensington, Kan. Bro. A» K. Tabbert, assigned at Shakopee agency, vies E. W. Segmr, resigned, s deserved promotion. Bro. A. F. Reidrailler relieved E. A. Daue at Stone nights, transferred to Blue Earth, third. Bro. Slattery relieved F. A. Corbin at Belle Plaine, who went to Merriam, third. Bro. W. J. Jarman relieved “Uncle” Geo. Cas- sady at Valley Springs, on the sick list. Bro. I. J. Mock relieved on first Heron Lake by J. T. Cochlin of St. Paul went to Miloma vice C. W. Hartley. R. H. Seaton, a new man, relieved A. P. Rich- ter on third Lake Crystal, who went to Blue Earth and later resigned. Bro. A. M. Johnson went to Oregon, relieved on Worthington third by E. S. Binder, relieved at Sibley by C. A. Betts. Ex-Bro. W. G. Wilson, now located at Elko, Nev., is visiting friends and relatives at Sibley, where he formerly worked. Mr. Wiesel, the old-time telegrapher, in the gen- eral office at St. Paul has been pensioned, and the vacancy bid in by A. R. Bone. It is now Bro. A. C. Cohrs at Grogan. Make it a point to write any non you know of several times a month and try to get him to join. Your local chairman can furnish you with the names and addresses of all of them. Cert. No. 2. Nebraska Division— It is now Bros. Owens, Carroll and Schaller at Fordyce; Bros. Pranger and Carson should be able to land second “WK.” Everybody has had the proper instruction in regard to grain and car reports to the gencial superintendent’s office, and know about the time operator is due, and should have it ready and not be out of line or have to be called, as it takes time and delays some one down the line. Answer calls from the dispatchers office promptly, and don’t leave your office for any length of time without permission. We owe this good serv- ice to the company for various reasons which wou’d take too long to explain. Bro. W. D. Whitaker, taken sick while on vaca- tion in Idaho, is back to work. Bro. Bruner at Colwin was relieved by Helper Cox from Crafton, owing to being injured. De- tails not learned. We hope Bro. Hutton will line up King and Sherlock while at “NX." G. W. Smith drew second “RX,” J. E. Shearer on first and F. R. Hallisen drew first “F." Bro. Kragskon, second dispatcher’s office, who broke his leg in auto-motocycle accident recently, is getting along nicely. Bro. A. F. Jones, second “NX” is relieving him. Wood and Heyer are the two nons in dispatchers office. Bro. Davidson, Pemder, off a few days, was re- lieved by some amateur. Bill Craig, agent “BA,” says he may be with us. Sherlock is at “G," relieved at “NX” by Colwin. Ross Amon is at South Cut. Brothers, get after the nons and round them up. Every “non” retards the progress we are trying to make toward better salaries. Your local Digitized by v^ooQle

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74 The Railroad Telegrapher. chairman will furnish you blanks. Keep everlast- ingly after them. I again ask you for news items. Please help out. Div. Co*. Northern Division — Bro. J. P. O’Shaughncssy, second at Superior east end, has been promoted to assistant ticket agent at Superior. We all congratulate him. He was relieved by Harry Thrope, pending bulletin. Bro. A. C. Neubaucr, agent Kaiser, on vacation to Texas, was relieved by J. Sauleen. Bro. E. Forest, second Tuscobia^ bid in third New Richmond, Bro. W. B. Phillipson on first at Tuscobia was relieved at Eagle, Point by P. Merick. Some of the agents along the line are having bad dreams in which the parcels post figures very prominently. firo. Bergin, Shell Lake second, while off a few days on account of sickness was relieved by G. E. Nordholm, from Lakeside, which was closed dur- ing the change, owing to the scarcity of men. Bro. W. E. Steiner", while off a short time sick, was relieved by Bro. N. A. Cowing, late of Solon Springs, and now at Washburn days. A. E. Clanty has moved to Turtle Lake, where he bid in second, relieving Bro. Abrahamson. Bro. A. B. Clock, agent Sarona, secured a nice buck while on a recent hunt, relieved by Bro. Winslow, who was relieved by J. Sauleen, a new man from Trego. Bro. F. X. Sauers, Sarona third, was not so successful on his hunting trip. Our popular Supt. C. D. Stockwell was up on the Kennedy line recently, hunting deer from his private car. He had his family along and w’e understand they all got their deer besides hav- ing a great time. Bro. Frost, formerly at Burkhardt agency, has taken Baldwin agency, relieved by Marshall R. Neil, a new man. Burkhardt is now a ’phone job, all the commercial work being done by Bro. E. A. Bauer of Boardman, which makes things rather interesting for him at times. J. A. Applequist relieved Frank White at Cum- berland, third. We wish you all a happy New Year and hope before another year rolls around we will all be enjoying a substantial increase in salary. Div. Co*. Eastern Division — The division correspondent apologizes for the non-appearance of the write-up in the December Telegrapher. At the time the write-up was due in St. Louis your scribe was struggling with the grippe, down and almost out, but has managed to pull through and while not as chipper as before is back on the job and will endeavor to keep the Eastern Division represented in the future. The air is full of rumors of impending changes in the official family on the Omaha. Before this ap- pears we shall all know the truth about them. Bro. S. F. Peterson, from the N. P., relieved Bro. Wold, Levis third, who relieved Bro. Burger when he took second Sheppard vice M. V. Perry. We welcome Bro. S. L. Jacobson, agent Mills- ton, back to the fold. The automatic block was put into effect between Augusta and Merrillan the 17th. Bro. Strieker, first Fairchild, on vacation, was relieved by a new man from the N. P. General Chairman Liddane, while attending the general chairman’s meeting at Chicago, in Decem- ber, was relieved by C. D. Lapham, from “A/* who also relieved one of the boys in “Ms” Eats Claire, during the holidays. Div. Co*. Kansas City Southern Ry. Southern Division — Boys send me some items about the 20th of each month, so we can have a good write-up. Our friends Newell and Phares in the relay office, Sharps, have resigned. A. M. Morgan, from second Beaumont relieving. Bro. N. C. Vickers, general chairman, bid in De Ridfler days relieving Bro. Geo. Morgan, who bid in Hornbec}? nights, this being close to his home and mercantile business. This change makes Bro. Vickers our manager at De Bidder. Mr. Haynes, who relieved the former on first De Quincy, was relieved on second there by Mr. Hugg. M. E. Bloom, third Port Arthur, bid in the new night job at Vidor, relieved by Bro. J. L. Upton, of the D. & R. G. R. L. Logan, our genial superintendent of Tele- graph, Kansas City, was over the line recently inspecting the telegraph apparatus, and shaking hands with the' boys. Beaumont and De Quincy, second and Many and Mansfield nights, are now on bulletin. If you know' of any other jobs not bulletined notify the local or general chairman. I take this opportunity of wishing all my brothers a happy New Year. We have done fairly well during 1912, but let us resolve to work shoulder to shoulder, 'with a stronger deter- mination than ever before to make 1913 a ban- ner year in the history of Division No. 5. We have several important problems to solve and we should bestir ourselves and sec if wre can not bring things to pass on the “PG” worth while. Let every brother line up that “non” next door, and make it 100 per cent stronger. Then we can i.ope to gain something worth while from our em- ployers. Remember — “In unity there is strength.” “Old Reliable.” Union Pacific R. R. Nebraska Division, First and Second Districts — If the members of Division 6 feel as gratified as does your general chairman over the year's work, we are all pleased. This month we passed the high-water mark and have more members to our credit than for a long time and the books of our general secretary and treasurer will, no doubt, show that they were as high in numbers as in the last three or four years. We will also have fewer delinquents at the end of this term and Digitized by u.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 75 the special assessment was paid much more prompt- ly than usual. I say these things because I ^felt rather dubious of the support I might receive, trying to follow a man who had filled the office so creditably as had Bro. Stump. I have en- deavored as far as possible to cover the system this summer, meeting you personally and for the cor- diality shown, even to the splendid meals some of you insisted upon me hiding away, I have only \visbes for the best of New Years for each of you. I have used the information gathered and the requests received verbally and by letter, laying it before the committee, and we have embodied what the most of you desired in the proposition we now have before the management in Omaha for con- sideration at the first convenient time. The com- mittee is not soliciting particularly, but as election comes on in February I take this opportunity to call these things to your mind and suggest that you ask tfiem to continue what they have begun, by electing them again. However, I do want to insist that, as you elect delegates to the next con- vention at Baltimore at the same time, you send the same man as delegate as you elect local chair- man. Only you who have served as chairman, know how essential it is that, aside from the fact that any pleasure derived from the trip is the only remuneration for a two year’s gratis and disagreeable job, a man attends this convention to educate himself in the work, its aims and ends; and more important still the means to attain the ends. It is remarkable to me how the organiza- tion gets the results it does from a bunch of of- ficers, each working in his own way without knowledge of what uis brothers are doing and wish to do. I feel secure this is all that will be said about the coming election, but, whatever you do aoout retaining your present local chairman, make the man you elect to that position your delegate too. Quite a few of the boys were off for Christmas. Had relief men been more plentiful, others would have rested up at that time. Bro. F. J. Hansen let others go relieving Bro. A. G. Parker at Maxwell, G. D. Neal at Oconto, and Bro. Calhoun at Kearney for a few days each, while his wife spent two weeks visiting relatives in Oklahoma during the holiday*. Bro. T. C. Christensen secured a trick in North Platte and was relieved on second Kearney by C. R. Helber, pending bulletin. Bro. A. N. Cochran is also in North Platte regular now, Bro. Schetzer having gone to Omaha general office. *>ro. J. W. Larson at Cozad was relieved a few days during the holidays by Bro. E. J. Pierrard succeeded at Gibbon by Bro. O. L. Maybury. Your chairman was in his regular chair at Grand Island last month relieving O. W. Pierce, who took out a card before going to "FR,” Omaha. It is too early as this is being written to give definite figures, but I believe thirty new members will De the record for December, which is going some. The reason? Personal work. Bro. L. R. Stanfield, second Brady Island, off a week at Christmas, relieved by Mr. Horne, re- cently promoted. Bro. C. E. Cole, of “GE,” Grand Island, spent Christmas week in Iowa, relieved by Mr. Hiatt, new man, and Bro. Smith was off three days, re- lieved by extra McMurphy of Omaha. Fred Shumaker at Silver Creek off indefinitely, we understand through his wife's ill health. We trust that his efforts in her behalf are successful. J. D. Perry resigned Spalding agency, secured by W. O. Clark, Columbus second, now on bulle- tin. Several of the boys declined the job, owing 10 the amount of help furnished. Valparaiso station secured by Bro. G. D. Adams of Big Springs, vice Paul Hobart. Bro. W. T. Brown is now on second Lane Tower and Mr. Woodling third. Gilmore Junction locms up now with a good line-up of men and members. Sister Annie Vapor, general office at Omaha, who has not been able to work much this winter, we are glad to know is better, also that Bro. Geo. Merrifield will, no doubt, soon be able to be back on the floor of that office again. The boys of the other roads can’t give us the laugh about their solid big relay offices any more, as Omaia is in much better condition in that respect than ever before. Now let us all stand together during the coming year and show the company and ourselves that we can carry those things on in a business way to the detriment of no one. If you will use your every effort to further the interest and revenue of the company, I am sure your committee will have no difficulty in convincing the officials that you are worth much more to them than you are receiving. Be sure your representatives are not compelled to argue for you from the standpoint of how you should be paid for the way you should do your work, but that they may never be ashamed to argue from the way you are doing it. Ceet. 21 7. Wyoming Division — Bro. F. E. Smith of Bosler is visiting friends and relatives in Wisconsin. Bro. R. L. Edwards of Spring Valley spent the holidays visiting in "Old Kentucky.” Manager Hood of "N” office and wife, spent Thanksgiving with Mr. Hood’s parents in Toledo, Ohio. Kemlinger, "N” office, extra, resigned to return to Richmond, Va. “13” there is a reason. Bro. Gedman, extra Cheyenne, returned to Chicago when relieved. Mr. Anderson bid in Granite Canon agency. Hope express commission is large enough to start the New Year right. Mr. Palmer, third Spring Valley, on vacation, rumored will be married while away. Recent bulletin assignments — Third Rock River, F. E. Smith; third Buford, S. B. Dunn; third Wahsatcn, A. J. Piers; third Castle Rock. C. E. Hillgoss; night trick Knight A. E. Webber; four relay trick, Cheyenne, Bros. Shetliff. Reed, Me- Cready and Frank. Student Ridge is relieving Bro. Patterson, sec- ond Uintah, account sickness. The "bunch” wish Pat a speedy recovery. Digitized by Google

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76 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. James, assigned position in “Og” Ogden. It is said that at 11 a. m. the day following the general committee meeting in Denver the “fone” girl at the Albany was somewhat surprised when she “plugged in” to hear a man’s voice: “Hello, is this the Kaiserhoff Hotel?” “No,” replied Central, “this is the Albany Hotel.” “Oh, all right,” said the man. “Just woke up and didn't know where I was.” — Strange how the Colorado altitude (?) affects the Kansas visitor. Bro. Pennington has returned 'from Kansas City, after a short vacation, still working single. Bro. A. E. Davis reinstated on second Evans- ton. Nothing like having a card. . Bro. J. N. Stevenson relieving “Mr.” Sansing, third Buford, who went to Cheyenne and couldn’t find the way home. Another good argument in favor of the “card” men. It is now Bro. C. A. Peterson on third Sherman. Would like some notes from the West End and Park City branch. But for the assistance of Bros. Harinskey and Davis this space would be blank. Please send me a few notes about the 15th of each month. “The more, the merrier.” A PLAINT. (By Ima Kicker.) Backward, oh backward, oh time in thy flight. And give us an “Op” who knows how to write. One who can copy A. P. with a pen, Whose writing don’t look like the scratch of a hen, A regular old-timer who’s held jobs galore, Who has worked all the roasts and is looking for more; One who can send perfect Morse on the key, Oh give us the “Ops” as they used to be. We are so weary of lids with the “bug,” Who send like a cricket entombed in a jug, Writing that looks like a Chinaman’s will, And copy that went up-side-down thru the mill. Sending that comes o’er the wire so blamed queer, We want to lay off and tank up on beer. The “Op” of today is a fizzle, we see, Oh give us the “Ops” as they used to be. H. A. Mathey, Div. Cor. Dale Creek, Wyo. Canadian Pacific R y. B. C. Division, District 1 — Local Chairman Bro. Belding gave us the big treat on November 29th, when he invited us all to attend the reception and feast spread in the spacious dining hall of the King Edward Hotel in Revelstoke to do honor to the guest of the evening. Bro. Robertson, our worthy general chairman, from the East, who is “going about continually doing good,” expects to visit most all the boys before returning home. The new schedule books have been distributed and the contents of this important epistle was picked to pieces until all the little misunderstand- ings were explained to the satisfaction of every- one by Bro. Robertson, who, by the way, if it was his health we were smoking that night it surely received a good curing and should hold out for awhile, for it was pretty foggy at times. And say, fellows, don’t forget what he told us about Bro. Campbell, for he is the man we need in our business and although we may all silently appreciate his efforts let us take advantage of the. opportunity that will soon be afforded us to show 'actively that we really do appreciate his work in our behalf. It was surely some gathering. Take, for in stance, the “toastmaster,” why Joe Martin couldn't have held his ash tray and the way he handled that bunch of thirty lightning slingers was worthy of Napoleon. I can’t tell you all about it but you fellers that were unfortunate enough not to be there, why just ask the favored few who we:c in on it. Bro. McAlpine, agent Chase, off a few days,, was relieved by Bro. Keech, and Bro. L. Bullman, agent Okanagan Landing, on vacation, was relieved by “Mr.” Becker. Bro. Joe Callahan, agent Taft, spent two weeks at his home in Hammond, B. C., and returned without being captured. The boys were disap- pointed, as it was rumored that Dame Leap Year had designs on Joe’s affections. Bro. F. Ewing, our popular second trick west end dispatcher, is on a six weeks’ vacation, re- lieved by Bro. T. E. Little, back from the World’s Series. “Mr.” Hanna, formerly Kamloops third, has re-entered the service, relieving Bro. O’Dei at Three Valley nights assigned to Tappcn nights, re- lieving Bro. Backschies, who bid in “FD” third. Baggageman Ingles liked the new schedule so well that he landed Elson Pit, later relieving “Mr.” Hanna, Three Valley nights, who relieved Bro. Russell, “FD”^second, resigned. “AC” days abol- ished, Agent Bro. Price doing the necessary since the tourist trade dropped off. Bro. King “AC” days to “FD” first, relieved Bro. Williams, “FD” first, who bid in Sicamous. Bro. R. L. Anderson, from S. P. to “BY” sec- ond, relieving Bro. Boyle and Ketcham, doubling. Bro. Forney being assigned to Twin Butte days. Bro. Burke, Tappen days, resigned, relieved by Bro. Ireland from Salmon Arm. Bro. McCarthy, agent Bear Creek, has a new subdivision on the market. Bro. Tordiff is relieving Bro. Shaw, agent Gla- cier, on vacation, and Bro. King is now at Glacier nights. Mr. Bunnell, the only non in the dispatcher’s office at Revelstoke, will soon ride the goat. We hope to have a line-up of the brothers on the branches and west end next month, and soon eliminate all the “Misters.” We also have several brother linemen. Many thanks to the brothers who sent in notes this month. Always send them in by the 20th. Cert. 1724. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 77 British Columbia Division, District 2 — The new schedule is, without exception, the best of any telegraphers schedules in existence, and great credit is due to our general committee, and our third vice-president. I understand we elected a correspondent at a meeting at North Bend some time ago. Have never heard a word from him, through The Teleg- kaphu. There certainly have been enough changes and news on this district lately to warrant a good write-up. The train dispatching phone is now in operation on the Thompson subdivision, and probably soon will be on the Cascade subdivision. ~ , Cebt. 2169. Saskatchewan Division — We failed to see the write-up promised for No- vember at the meeting October 13th, by our secre- tary-treasurer, Bro. Vic. Stubbings. With that branch line job and a day off every week under the new schedule, Vic. must be giving all his attention to that baby girl. After this new sched- ule of a ten-hour day and increase, we should have a write-up every month in the journal. Bro. A. E. Smith, appointed nights at S. A., is negotiating to purchase a driving outfit. Bro. Snyder has been appointed telegrapher at Oakshela, a new opening. Frenchy at G. I. better stop grounding the wire to get in his car reports and use a little pa- tience, and wait for his turn. Sbaughnessy takes great pride in his, the new depot at S. F., especially Sundays. Our new first trick dispatcher relieves himself occasionally with some pretty cutting remarks. But, oh, to see ourselves as others see us. Bro. Weldon, agent Summerberry, was absent a week on account of relative’s sickness, was relieved by Mr. Cox, from G. C. Our second trick dispatcher will have his trou- bles when the skating starts. He is the right man in the right place, too. Cebt. 222 4. Nebraska Division, Third and Fourth Districts — Bro. F. M. Kelley, third Sidney, is back from Iowa, where he was summoned, owing to the death of his brother, relieved by Bro. Hamilton, who also relieved Bro. “Joe” Johnson, second Sid- ney, for the holidays. Bro. J. H. Davis, agent Pine Bluffs, is off ac- count sickness, relieved by Mr. Bran scorn. G. S. Kinsman, agent Julesburg, is spending a few weeks in the East, relieved by Bro. T. H. Engleman. Bro. E. P. Waples, agent Brule, off for the holidays, relieved by Bro. T. W. Petty, from Chap- pell. Bro. A. A. Kott, formerly of “FR,” Omaha, is regular at North Platte, relieving Mr. Elder, who went to the Northport branch. Bro. C. C. Fine on third Julesburg, from the Duck Pond, relieving Bro. T. D. Pyle, who is working first there. No cards, no favors. An “ex”-brother who is now “knocking” will be remembered. Every knock he gives is a “boost” anyway. First and Second District Notes — Bro. W. T. Brown, from the “Q” bid in sec- ond Lane Tower. No bids on third Lane. Stud- ent agent from Duncan will probably land it. Bro. Shoemaker, Silver Creek, is on vacation re- lieved by Bro. A. J. Faes, third Columbus, re- lieved by Bro. R. D. Stevens, from the Frisco. Bros. Overhage and Gray are on second and third Schuyler extra. Bro. D. France, agent Rogers, off a few days, was relieved by A. I. Eisner. The Union Pacific was well represented at the O. R. T. Club meeting in Omaha, November 21st, which proved a great success. Bros. Ackerman and Freeder deserve much credit for the interest they show in keeping the club up to the standard. The first district boys should attend these meet ings held regularly twice a month. Cebt. 693. Colorado Division, D. P. District — Bro. Marshall js now at Iliff regular, Bro. Link of Speer assigned Hardin agency. Bro. Buskirk, of Bennett, bid in Sedge wick agency vice Bro. McLaughlin resigned. Bro. Wood is back on Union third, after sev- eral weeks’ in Denver hospital. Assistant Superintendent Toucey recently made a trip over the line cheering us up. Account of storm he sent his motor car with the driver from Sterling towards Denver, but it was met at At- wood by a C. B. & Q. extra on the main line, and pretty badly demolished. The beet business is about closed. Bro. Parcell sent me the above items. Some of you who are not quite so busy try and send me some news. It will only take a few minutes to write and mail it to me. We want to have a good write-up each month, and need your assist- ance. K. P. District — Bro. Weiss, from Kit Carson, bid in River Bend agency, vice Bro. Cope on vacation. The accounting department “Instructions to Agents,” book contains valuable information on every matter pertaining to station work, and we should all study it thoroughly, and co-operate with the officials in trying to reduce correspondence, etc., on the matters treated to a minimum. Let’s all follow the instructions the book contains, and thereby reduce the accounting department and our own work, as much as possible. Bro. Floyd is relieving Bro. Dorf, third Sharon Springs, on vacation. Bro. Roberts recently bid in first and Pexton promoted student helper is re- lieving agent Oglesby at Weskan, on vacation. L. C. Duenweg, Agate, Colo. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from our midst the beloved wife of our Bro. Ralph A. Nye, as a manifesta- tion of our sorrow and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, By the members of Division 6 of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend Digitized by Google

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78 The Railroad Telegrapher. to our grief-stricken brother our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy, in this, his sad bereavement, and commend him 4o our all wise Creator, who doeth all things well; be it further. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother and a copy sent to Thb Telegrapher for publication. L. C. Dubmweg, E. Lockman, E. W. Sc H ROLL, Committee. New York Central R. R. Beech Creek Subdivision — It will soon be time again to elect a local chair- man and representative to the Grand Division convention in Baltimore next May. The election of a local chairman should inter- est every member. It is very important to our individual interest as well as to our organization that the chairman is active and “doing, ^ then the members will be active and take an interest also. I have been your chairman since 1903. an<* believe I have given my share of time and effort towards the work; and after ten of the best years of my life devoted to the interest of the Beech Creek District I feel that I am entitled to a vacation, and will not accept another nomination. Owing to my personal interests in the Majestic Theater, secured early in the summer which re- quires much of my time, I could not devote the time to the chairmanship which in justice to the membership or the position is required, therefore, it will be necessary that you decide on some one else to assume the responsibilities connected with that office. During my stewardship as your chairman, I have tried to do my duty as I seen it, without fear or favor. How well I have succeeded I leave you to judge; I have always tried to main- tain our schedule to the point as high as any on the system. The schedule will verify this. Dur- ing my service as chairman I could not always agree with some of my constituents. It does not require very much courage to agree with our friends, but much real courage is recognized is when we can not consistently agree with them and honestly tell them so. Many times I have been censured because I could not agree with some one of our members. At the time I was first elected your chairman I said to you that I realized I would likely make some mistakes but they would be of the head and not of the heart, and you should be charitable to- wards me and remember ray efforts; as it was only the person who tried to do something that made mistakes and the one who never made mis- takes was a person who never attempted to do anything. I am thinking of the evolution this N. Y. C. System No. 8 has gone through since I became a member; and while no individual member can take credit for the progress we have made, every member has added his mite towards organizing it into a working piece of machinery, where I see a different working system than in 1903, still there is room for improvement. I am also thinking of the many knotty prob- lems that were solved in our committee room dur- ing the sessions of our general committee; of the (apparently) insurmountable obstacles that were met with and overcome; of the many trials of a local chairman; the times he is censured and crit- icised; of the times he is extended the glad hand; of the members who are inclined to knock, and even affiliate themselves with the nons who ever have their hammer out, and help them to do the knocking. All these things are passing before by vision at this time, the greatest day of the year (Christ- mas). And I am thinking of those noble big-hearted brothers and sisters who have assisted me during my years of service as local chairman. I am thinking of those dear departed brothers and sisters who have passed on before us, silent sentinels still watching our progress from a far off. I am thinking of those good and true brothers who have never wavered in their confidence of their local chairman, who were always ready with their dime or dollar for any good or worthy cause. I am thinking of those who have been good enough and thoughtful enough to say, you have helped me. I am thinking of my friends who wish me well, and those, who not so friendly, might wish me ill; here's a prayer for both. I am thinking of that one whose soul is shriv- eling up because he is living the selfish and in trospective life. I am thinking of these magnificent men, officers of our organization, who stand between big busi- ness and you; I am thinking of those who will read my lines by the glim light of their office lamp who are isolated in their lonely little office, many miles from their dear ones. May the Christmas joys be yours and may the Christmas hope and the Christmas cheer dispel all the cares of the year; a merry, merry Christmas to you all. Fraternally yours, J. W. Marten is. Local Chairman. Pennsylvania Division, Fall Brook District — We are glad that the New Year was started with a salaried general chairman, who can devote his whole time and attention to the organization with a free hand and be present when and where mast needed. The duties have so multiplied that it could not be longer delayed only to our loss. Now pay dues promptly and boost all you can. If there are conditions that don't suit you or that you can see a feasible way of improving, take the matter up with the proper parties or to meetings and discuss it there instead of practicng your elo- cution on train men, section men or farmers for an audience. The rates of pay in our class of the service is comparatively so low with prices of necessities climbing up that it will be necessary for us to Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 79 get more money or go into other business to make ends meet and keep the wolf from the door. Several positions closed last April have been re- opened, giving the extra men more of a chance. The south district, being cut into two dispatch- ers’ districts and using three more dispatchers, has made room for several of the boys in the Corning office, which we are glad to see. Bro. A. W. Rodman and wife, of Lawrence- ville third trick, spent their vacation in Washing- ton, D. C. Bro. J. T. King, agent Lawrenceville, has a new automobile. Bro. A. E. Marsh bid in “YD” tower second; Bro. F. G. Vande venter, “GY” tower second; Bro. J. H. Stradley, “DI” tower second; Bro. T. C. Miller, Wellsboro Jet. second, together with other charges too numerous to mention. There are many items of interest that might ap- pear in these columns if each of the brothers would send them to your correspondent on or be- fore the twentieth of each month, so that he coijjd get them to Bro. Quick before the twenty-eighth, in time for publication. Remember the time and place of meetings — the third Wednesday night of each month, in I. O. O. F. Hall, Corning, N. Y. Let’s start in with a new resolution for 1913, to give these matters of such vital importance the attention due them and see if the way isn’t brighter and easier. It will help your local chairman, your correspondent and everyone else, including yourself. A good write- up, good meetings and more activity along these lines will certainly bring satisfactory returns. Cert. 761. Hudson Division — Bro. Currie, of S. S. 46, resigned his position and the office of local chairman on December iotli, to go in business for himself. The entire member- ship of this division extend to him their best wishes for success. Bro. F. P. Fraleigh, assist- ant local chairman for the past two years, has been appointed and endorsed by General Chairman Morey to finish the term as local chairman. Bro. Gallagher relieved Bro. Currie on first “CG” pend- ing bids. Bro. A. F. Rafter, who reported sick on Novem- ber .27th, died suddenly on December 9th, leaving, among other relatives, a wife and young baby. Bro. Rugman, leverraan S. S. 59, has been ap- pointed night yardmaster for the winter at Pough- keepsie passenger yard, relieved by Bro. Peter Burns, of S. S. 57, and he by Mr. Loring, extra. On Monday evening, December 23rd, Local Chairman Fraleigh and a number of brothers vis- ited Bro. Currie in his new home at Wappengers Falls, and in behalf of the members of this divi- sion presented him with a beautiful signet ring and a traveling bag as a Christmas present and token of appreciation of the good work he did while local chairman. m Bro. F. M. Smith was obliged to lay off for a week on account of injuring his arm when throwing one of those hard switches at S. S. 58. Bro. Wilmer Freer, of S. S. 45, has resigned to go in business. We extend him our best wishes for success. Bro. Kraft, S. S. 47 third, bid in second S. S. 33, and Bro. Scofield, second S. S. 49, bid in second S. S. 48. The regular meeting on December 17th was a good on*. A number of brothers from the north and south ends of the division were present. If you want to know how things are going, attend the meetings. This information will not be given you either over the telephone or telegraph. Come to the meetings, where it is given out to everyone holding an up-to-date card. What are you doing to get that non working with you or next to you? Are you content to let him enjoy the new schedule now on its way and not help paying anything towards it? The new chairman will soon visit those nons on the north end and they will have to frame some new excuses for not being “up to date,” as the old ones will not satisfy him. “No card, no favors” is to be the rule in 1913. Bro. McNiven is on first “BK,” vice Bro. Bum ster at “BW” pending bids. Bro. Cumming, first S. S. 65, was off a few days owing to the death of his mother. Did not receive any notes from the north end this month. A. A. S., Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father to remove from our midst our late brother, A. F. Rafter; and Whereas, It is but just that a fitting recogni- tion of his many virtues should be had; therefore be it Resolved, By Hudson Division, No. 8, Order of Railroad Telegrapners, that while we bow in hum- ble submission to the will of the Most High, we not less mourn for the brother who has been taken from us; and be it further S Resolved, That in the death of Bro. A. F. Rafter this division laments the loss of a brother who was ever ready to proffer the hand of aid and the voice of sympathy to the needy and distressed of this fraternity; an active member of the Order, whose utmost endeavors were exerted for its wel- fare and prosperity, and a friend and companion who was dear to us all; and be it further Resolved, That the heartfelt sympathy of this division be extended to his family in their afflic- tion, a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of this division, a copy sent to the family of the deceased brother, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. F. P. Fraleigh, C. Simmons, G. M. Currie, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the Universe to call to her reward the beloved mother of our brother, Joseph Digitized by v^ooole

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80 The Railroad Telegrapher. Cummings; in manifestation of our grief and fra* ternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Hudson Divi- sion, No. 8, O. R. T., extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad be- reavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of this division and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. F. P. Fraleigh, C. Simmons, G. M. Currie, Committee, Putnam Division — There was a very good attendance at our meet- ing in Elmsford on December 13, 1912. Among the important subjects discussed was the student question, and some good arguments were heard. Bro. Silver, third 155th Street, N. Y., who re- lieved Bro. Travis, agent Gettys Square, Yonkers, for two weeks’ vacation, was relieved by Mr. Brandon, who later relieved Bro. Teachman, agent Nepera Park, owing to sickness. Mr. Gibson, third Van Cortlandt Park tower, resigned to enter the railway mail service, was relieved by Bro. Ward, from Ardslcy pending bids, and he by Bro. Keating, from the Harlem Divi- sion, on second. Van Cortlandt station is on bul- letin. Local Chairman Bro. Boutelle, since resigning as local chairman, has been renominated by a peti- tion signed almost unanimously by the entire divi- sion, and will undoubtedly be elected. Congratu- lations. Bro. Crane, second East View, off a few days, was relieved by Luke Dolan. H. R. Miller, assigned Tarrytown Heights agency, was relieved by Bro. Dunning as fi eight clerk at Yorktown Heights. Bro. Dellworth, agent Amawalk, enjoyed his week’s vacation over Christmas, relieved by Bro. Wall. Bro. Shannon, at Carmel, believes that school teachers should be given 00 Christmas vacation. He will undoubtedly smile after her vacation period is over. Some let personal feeling and prejudice rule to such an extent that they entirely overlook the principles of unionism. The interest of the mem- bers as a whole, and not as individuals, should be the first consideration. Let’s all appoint ourselves a committee of one as organizers and make per- sonal efforts to interview the remaining nons in the endeavor to reach the 100 per cent mark. “Boomer.” West End, Ontario Division — It is now Bro. H. J. Cavellier, telegrapher Crocketts, also Bro. Weeden, agent East William- son. We are getting in a good many new mem- bers now. Bro. Fisk relieved Mr. Thomas on Webster first, who went to “KO” first. ' Telegrapher Kbenahan, who has been off the road for some time, .bid in Union Hill agency. Bro. Rudd, third Red Creek, is soon to be married. Congratulations. Div. Cor. Harlem Division — Bro. Newman bid in Valhalla assistant, vice Mr. Lineham, who relieved Mr. Raynor, baggageman Mt. Kisco, resigned. Bro. McCarthy, of Bedford, will buy a new benzine buggy when he gets his overtime. Mr. Warfield transferred to Amenia, relieved ap helper at Goldens Bridge by Mr. Murphy from the W. U. Bro. Wall, Putnam Division relief agent and extra operator, is on the sick list. We hope for his quick recovery. Bro. Nickerson, our relief agent, was at “DO** a few days. Bro. Seaman, **X” tower, away recently on account, of illness; relieved by Mr. Wilson. Bro. Gallagher, “X” tower, recently declined third trick dispatcher position in favor of Signal Station “X.” Several new members have been added to our ranks recently through the strenuous efforts ot Bro. Spaulding. Bro. Buckley dazzled us the other morning b} appearing in a swell new uniform. Understand a good solid proposition has been handed the management and we should keep solid and paid up to date. We will benefit by so doing. YVishing a happy Christmas and New Yeai to all. Please send notes of happenings. '‘JY.** Maitf Line — Bro. Alrutz relieved Mr. Hoyt on a week’s vacation. Mr. Van Dorn on a trip south; relieved by Mr. Birchard. Three nons at “KO;” “no cards, no favors.” Bro. Dolezall resigned and gone with the B. R. T. ; will always hold an up to date. • Bro. Collins attended the recent commercial ball. Bro. Borrin was fox hunting several evenings lately. The ball on January 16th promises to be the best ever. We hope the boys on the Hudson electric end will give us a write-up next month. Remember, no cards, no favors. Bro. Francis, on six months’ leave, is taking a trip through the south; relieved by Mr. Schwartz. Cert. 2386. West Shore R. R. River Division — There has not been any notes from this division in The Telegrapher for some time. Brothers, we must get after the nons on this division if we ever expect to get that $75-°° minimum, vacations, etc. Get that non near you and remember our motto: No cards, no favors. Don’t say: “Oh, he is a pretty good fellow, and Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 81 a friend of mine,'* etc. If he was a friend of yours he would not graft on the fruit of you* labor. And if you can pay your dues and livt. he can do likewise. One of them claims he will join when he gets* a tower position, but I have my doubts tint he will join then. Such fellows would not give ten cents to see the statue of Liberty do the "Hoochie Coochie,” much less spend $8.00 to be a man. Don't expect "your local chairman to do it all. He works twelve hours and then does the Order work at home by artificial light. It’s no sinecure. So let's get after these nons and make this at least a 95 per cent division. There have been some changes owing to New bnrgh being made a twelve-hour job and “GY’* tower reporting trains, Bro. Bradley displacing Bro. Meyers, second at “GY’’ tower, who dis- placed Bro. Everett, second at Highland, who relieved Bro. Eltings, on third there, who went to Highland Falls. Bro. Earley expects to return to the baseball profession and hope to see him in the world's series next fall. Bros. Myers and Christian recently joined the benedicts. Congratulations. Bro. Darbec, at West Park, has distinguished bimself by capturing the culprit who has been robbing the freight house there. Bro. Everett on the sick list; was relieved by Bro. Hyde, a new man from the Erie, and Bro. Bradley, second at “GY’’ tower, while off on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. Myers. Bro. Ryan resigned and gone with the Postal in New York City. The fones are now working through to Ravena (when they work). Bro. Snyder injured his arm recently while cranking his auto. Bro. Foland is still commuting. Says these globe trotters have nothing on him. Cekt. 1347. jdonon R. R. Another year has passed into history, and Division No. 9 is now six months old, beginning with a charter membership of ninety-two; we have made a considerable gain. We started in debt and have paid all our indebtedness, all other ex- penses and have money in the treasury. A full report of dues paid for the current term, etc., showing our transactions will be found in these columns later. Comparing our conditions with three years ago we find that the Monon boys have been coming to the front and are still there, and not a man on the road would care to go back to the old rates, hours and working conditions, yet the actions of some would indicate that we have reached our maximum and should let come what may for the sake of saving a few dollars they would never have had if the O. R. T. had not been injected into the bones of the rest of the boys. Some are content to remain in slavery (so to speak) with freedom in sight. It is stagnating to remain hide bound, practically useless to our fel- low men and to ourselves, a stumbling block to other^ and fighting against men who are putting more money in your pocket every day, when by taking just a little burden on our own shoulders we can lighten the burden of our brother a little more. Help pay for what we get, that is all that is asked of you, and you can not pay any part of it by remaining a non, taking all that so generously comes your way; kicking because you did *not get more, and failing to contribute any- thing to keep the business going. Get into the game, get a card, and remain up to date at all times and within another three years we will be as much farther ahead of our present schedule as we are now ahead of our conditions three years ago. The general committee has decided to put a man on the road to line up the boys on the First District, and selected our genial brother and local chairman, J. M. Hickey, to do this work. Give him the glad hand of fellowship and line up. We need each other and it is to your interest tint you do so without putting it off any longer. The membership want the schedule revised and that revision will soon be in progress. Are you going to hinder or help? Our dues were raised to $5.00 from $4.00 be- cause we started in debt, and to pay postage, sta- tionery, members of general committee hotel bills, and salary when doing the work of the Order away from home, we were obliged to levy a special assessment which always results in a loss of membership, and takes time and postage to mail them out as well as for the receipt, and were never able to finance a grievance committee or a committee in negotiating new or revised schedules. Now we all pay $5.00 dues, which pays all our expenses and leaves a sufficient fund on hand to enable us to help a worthy and distressed brother in time of need, finance our committees at any time necessary and eliminate levying special as- sessments. We can now hold our fieads high and sail onward, and be a division any man can In proud to hold membership in. By this plan all contribute alike, while only a few will pay a special assessment; others drop out to keep from paying it and lose strength, the remaining loygl brothers paying all the expenses. When we get into position that $4.00 will en- able us to do business we can by a majority vote lower dues again. This can be accomplished much quicker by every non on the road lining up and staying there, instead of reaping the harvest, con- tributing nothing but knocks and stumbling blocks, and hinderng in every way possible. Put the necessary funds and backing behind the grievance committee and it can insist that our schedule be lived up to. When you refer a com- plaint to your local chairman, back it up with all the particulars so it can be readily handled, and always keep a copy of correspondence relat- ing to unadjusted complaints, with all facts re- garding it. 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82 - The Railroad Telegrapher. as the schedule provides for, then refer it to your local chairman for adjustment. What is that non’s name and address working with you, and why does he not become a member? What are his reasons for staying out; have you ever asked him to take out a card? What did he say about it? Then what did you say or do? If a new man is working with you do you ever ask him if he is up to date, and if so, where he be- longs? Do you show him your up to date and tell him why you are carrying it? Did you ask him to transfer to our division? Does it ever occur to you that the G. S. & T. of division would like to know all about it? Well, he does. He needs that information and will help you line up a non any time and be more than pleased to send you application blanks, and if necessary will call in person and help you get him. In nine cases out of ten the member secured will be glad that yrTu pointed out the right way for him to travel. Wc all like to be called “brother,” we like to work with them. Recently a good, loyal brother came to work here from another road, and no one asked him where he came from, if he had a card or wanted one. Finally he wrote the S. & T. that he wanted to transfer and was willing to help us in every way possible. Brothers, this is not right. W hen members of other divisions come to this road give them the glad hand and let the S. & T. know about it. Now each of you get busy, pay up promptly, and let us make this a banner division. Send in any items of interest. Holidays are now over. Let us get right down to business, watch for re- sults, and make some interesting history for the year 1913. M. T. Parks, G. S. & T. Norfolk & Western Ry. Pocahontas Division — Bro. O. K. Harris, agent Cooper, is looking after his little son, undergoing treatment in a sanatorium in Richmond, Va., relieved by Bro. W. T. Martin. Bro. W. B. Jewell, of Falls Mill, was called to Shawsvillc, Va., on account of the death of his brother, noted in the December journal. He was relieved by Bro. C. M. Davis. F. H. Hughes, agent Simmons, while visiting home folks in Tennessee was relieved by Bro. C. M. Davis. Bro. C. M. Wright bid in third Graham tower, vice Bro. Ramey, to Coaldale first, and Bro. J. D. Sowers bid in third Tug tower, vice Bro. Steinke to lager tower third on bid. Bro. Joe McKenna is relieving Bro. Gentry on third Alnwick, visiting home folks at Rocky Mt., Va. Bro. Voglesong is back on second Northfork after an enjoyable visit to home folks in Pennsyl- vania. Bro. R. H. Miller, agent Welch, is at Hot Springs, Ark., relieved by Bro. J. T. Wilson. Bro. R. A. Brinkley, telegrapher at Welch station, is also off sick, relieved by Bro. Aumiller. Bro. Campbell is at Finney nights. Sister Kate Handy, first Tug tower, is off, re- lieved by Bro. Tidwell. Bro. Trent, agent Wilcoe, is on vacation, also Bro. Pritchett, agent Gary; latter relieved by Bro. C. H. Douglass. Bro. R. L. Parson, agent Bramwell, is on a hunting expedition, relieved by Bro. McMillian. Night Chief Ford, in the Bluefield Sanatorium, operated on for appendicitis and gall stones, is getting along nicely. Bro. Andy Morrisey is act- ing night chief Assistant Trainmaster May at Eckman, formerly our chief dispatcher, has been appointed train- master on the Shenandoah Division, with offices in Roanoke. The best gift you can remember yourself with is an “up to date” for 1913.' .Sec that your neigh- bor non starts the year right by getting one, thus helping to line up Division 14 solid. E. L. W. Scioto Division — J. R. Compton, extra Raiden third, secured that trick regular. Many of the boys spent Christmas at home, giv- ing the extra men, who never see home during the holidays, something to be pleased over. It looks very cheerful to notice the falling off of the suspended list. Now let’s keep it down for all time. Our welfare depends entirely on the dues we send in and there is no reason whatever for anyone to be in arrears. Bro. George Motts, Rarden second, had the misfortune to lose both father and mother in November, just one week ensuing between their deaths. Our sympathy is extended to him in his great sorrow. ' Div. Cor. Michigan Central R. R. Some of the important agencies will probably be scheduled shortly. Exclusive agents and agents and telegraphers can bid for these jobs. Senior- ity and ability are what count, so prepare your selves to bid them in when bulletined. Members from each division should send in some items of news, especially changes among telegraphers and agents. Brothers located near headquarters are in a position to learn of such changes and should make a note of it and forward them either to the local or general chairman. Make it your business to look up such matters. Keep a close watch on arrivals and see that they have an up-to-date card, and every member con- sider himself a committee of one to work for the Order. Every man receiving benefits should help support this division; none should be “spongers.” J. C. CULKINS. Middle Division and Branches — The dispatcher’s office at Detroit has been abol- ished, five of the dispatchers going to Jackson and three to Bay City. Dispatchers Jim Cavanaugh, Kincline and Dan Wbolihan are working the east division from Jackson, and Dispatchers O’Hearn Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 83 and Smith bumped Dispatchers Cummins and Car- ter. The former is now first extra; Carter, sec^ ond extra, and Wicks, third extra. Extra Dis- patchers Bros. Keefe and Northrop return to their regular jobs at Kalamazoo and Niles respectively. Bro. Harris, of Jackson Jet. first trick, is being relieved by Bro. Kirk, extra. Bro. Harry Butler, Niles first nights, while the stork visited his family was relieved by Bros. Mar- tin, from Barron Lake, and Kirk, extra. Bro. Butler passed around the smokes. Bro. Keefe and Wicks were in Detroit recently. The former, learning the east division, was re- lieved by McMurray. Bro. Northrop, while in Detroit learning the east division and making way- freight trips over the division, was relieved at Niles by Bro. Kirk. Bro. Northrop relieved Jack Phillips, third Air Line dispatcher, several nights while Jack was home entertaining the new baby. Bro. Ketchum bid in second Kalamazoo days, newly created, $65 a month, every other Sunday off. Bro. McMurray relieved him on bid at Kala- mazoo first nights, Bro. Wherle Lawton bidding in second nights, and Vandalia nights is now up for bids. Bro. Carpenter, second nights Middleville, bid in first nights there, vice Bro. McMurray, and Mr. Allen, East yard first nights, bid in third. Louie Chappie takes the new trick at “SF” Jackson, 10 a. m. to 8 p. xn. Hours at Jackson have all been changed again, so as to make it lovely: First days, 6:30 a. m. to 3:30 p. m.; sec- ond days, 7 a. m. to 5 p. m.; third days, 8 a. m. to 6p. a; fourth days, 10 a. m. to 8 p. m., all with an hour to eat; first nights, 3:30 p. m. to 1 a. m.; second nights, 9 p. m. to 6:30 a. m., the two latter with thirty minutes off for lunch. Several more men will probably be put on at “SF.” We cer- tainly need two men all night and three men up to midnight. Bro. Bennett, Niles days, while off with la grippe was relieved by Douglas and Kirk, and Local Chairman Bro. Brown, off a few days, by Bro. Hartung. Superintendent O’Keefe has been transferred to Detroit as superintendent of ter- minals, relieving Superintendent Wright, who re- turns to Jackson, his former position. Assistant General Superintendent Snow has resigned to ac- cept employment in commercial lines. I wish you all a happy New Year and hope all toe eligible telegraphers, agents, levermen, and others will start it right by getting a card Acting Cor. M ackinow Division — ^ Owing to the recent changes in Detroit, three of the Bay City division dispatchers from Detroit are now doing the work from Bay City, under M. C. Coyle, Dispatchers Flajole, Rohr and Needham on Mackinaw Division, and Dunning, Slade and John- son on the Saginaw, putting Dispatcher Unber- horst back as first extra dispatcher on all three divisions and operator in “DI” and Bro. G. H. Stokes nights in “DI,” Mr. Shaw and Unberhorst, afternoons. Bro. Prohaski, third West Branch, was relieved on his honeymoon by a Mr. Appleton, who left suddenly on No. ao6 and the brothers had to double. Bro. Ladoucer, second West Branch, while visiting in Detroit was relieved by Bro. Diffenderfer, who also relieved Bro. Dorrill, first Gaylord, a few days. Bro. Wilson, from the Bay City Division, who bid in third Roscommon, was relieved by Teleg- rapher Torongo a few days. Bro. E. G. Shaw, first Grayling, while hunting deer was relieved by Bro. Anstett and he by H. A. Adams, from the Toledo. E. C. Higgins, seepnd Wolverine, on a trip in southern Michigan was relieved by Mr. McClarry, from the D. & M. Bro. Smith relieved Bro. R. Stokes on third there. Bro. Sutherland, who went to third Cheboygan when it was reopened again, was relieved by Bro. Diffenderfer on bid, relieved on second Mackinaw City by Mr. Adams, from the Toledo Division. Bro. Diffenderfer later relieved Bro. Flood at “YD” while the latter was in “DI.” Cbrt. 465. Pennsylvania R. R. Lines East. Elmira Division — Two well-attended, joint open meetings were held in Elmira, December 3d. Telegraphers from the Erie, D. L. & W., Lehigh Valley and P. R. R. were present and gave interesting talks. General Chairman Husted and Local Chairman Hesser of Erie System Dvision No. 45, addressed the even- ing meeting, and commanded the attention of all present by their well-chosen remarks. Grand Divi- sion Organizer Wenrich explained the situation on the Pennsylvania Railroad. The purpose of these meetings was to form a telegraphers’ club to create better fraternal and social relations. All present at both meetings were in favor of the club movement, with the result that nearly fifty applications were received as charter members with dues paid in advance. Among those present at the morning meetings were Sisters Ertle and Hayes, employed on the south end of the Elmira Division. These ladies rendered a very pleasing selection on the piano and were also heard in solo. Bros. Osgood and McConnell gave us some delightful music, but the best music of all was the assurances from nearly every one present that they would ably assist in bringing about better feeling, interest and en- thusiasm on the division. We look to them now to make good. Get after every non-member and make him feel that he is needed in the movement. Any great movement, with sufficient power and strength back of it to start it going, will soon gather unto itself enough momentum to enable its own laws of gravity to move it forward, on- ward and upward. We have the proper amount of steam; let’s turn it on and push our movement out of the rut into smooth sailing. Bro. “Billy” Phillips, one of the old standbys, was up in the front row at the meeting December Digitized by Google

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84 The Railroad Telegrapher. 3d. Wc can rely on “Billy” to do his share if he is able to get around. The much-talked-of block through Southport Yard now in operation, will create one or more new offices of three tricks each. “YD” tower is handled at present by men from the train service. The boys at “SJ” are still looking for a new tower or repairs on the old one. Several of the brakemen will testify to Sister ErtePs fame as a pie artist. We are now anxious to appoint ner division chef. That Dutchman Wenrich, from Reading, sure knows how to reach the nons. He will hereafter be known hereabouts as “The Flying Dutchman/' and is as welcome as the cheese with apple pie. Here are a few resolutions for the new year; digest them well and be wise: FOR MEMBERS. 1. I shall start the new year by paying my dues and insurance assesments promptly, thus in- suring protection for my beneficiaries. 2. I shall endeavor to obtain at least one new member this year. 3. I shall become an active member and assist in the good work for the welfare of all. 4. I shall attend the meetings when it is pos- sible for me to do so, bringing with me as many members as I can, that I may keep in touch with the work of the organization. 5. I shall render good service to my employer and call attention to any wilful negligence on the part of my brother operators for the reason that a good percentage of efficiency is desired. 6. Believing that the officers have the welfare of all at heart, I shall assist them all within my power and pass along news of meetings as com- municated to me from time to time. 7* Knowing that our organization is what we members make it, I shall not be found wanting in doing my share in creating interest and en- thusiasm among the telegraphers, for without these things I know that no organization can live. 8. I shall see to it that nothing is left undone to make my division a credit to the organization and its membership respected. FOR NONS. 1. Having become aware that I am enjoying many things which were granted through the efforts of the O. R. T., I shall now show my appreciation by filing an application for member- ship in that organization. 2. I shall not look at the organization propo- sition as a money-making scheme to relieve me of my money, but should feel grateful for the things brought about to benefit me. Believing that all organized bodies must have money to carry on their work and that the O. R. T. is no exception to this rule, I shall contribute the small amount necessary to establish and maintain my membership and thus help along a movement wholly for my benefit as a telegrapher. 3. If my application is accepted and I am elected to membership, I shall become active in the work, and help to push the movement to the front — it deserves a push. 4. I shall not be influenced by slanderous state* ments or remarks. 5. I shall hereafter wear the wreath and sounder, giving my mite toward the betterment of the craft. Much slanderous talk and misrepresentation has been going the rounds by parties with an “axe to grind;” no one has been misled, however. When a man tries to tell you that another man is crooked and unfit for you to associate with, it might be well for you to look ^Jo. 1 up. Any person with the welfare of the craft at heart would not try to cause disruption. No man ever yet lived that dug a pit for the- downfall of an- other that he did not fall into it himself. The situation on the P. R. R. looks brighter and better than it ever has. It means much to be a member of the O. R. T. at the present time. We are in no conspiracy; desire the downfall of no one. We want justice and there is no reason why we shouldn’t have it. “1776.” Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — The entire membership is to be congratulated for its untiring work during the past year. With our present membership we should soon have the last non-member enrolled. It can and will be done if the local chairman receives the united sup- port of the members. We now have the finest bunch of members we ever had on these two divisions. It is indeed a very happy thought to know that you had a part in helping your fellow co-laborer on the way to a better life or tried at least to better his or her working conditions. To wear an O. R. T. button and carry an up- to-date card means far more today than it ever meant before, and the man who holds the new card is the man of the hour. Brothers and sisters, hustle in your dues and show to the members of that loyal general committee of yours that you mean to stand right by them in their untiring work for you. They have made many sacrifices that you might have better conditions, not alone for the present, but for the future. Organizer Bro. V. H. Huff has had a very successful campaign, securing a large number of applications for the present December, but there is still some good timber left that wc want to unite with us and to help in the battle for right and justice we are all striving so hard to obtain. We know that our work thus far can not help but result in unbounded success. It is indeed a great pleasure to announce that our worthy Bro. J. F. Miller, our happy general chairman, is again with us, and will give us sev- eral good-spirited meetings at varous points along the two divisions. We all wish him continued good health and trust the good Lord "will give him strength to carry on the good work. Already the dues arc coming flying in to headquarters and ere the close of January no doubt every member will be in good standing and Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 85 have an up-to-date card in the one organization that stands for loyality, justice and liberty for the telegraphers. Do not forget to notify your local chairman when you remit. Nothing you can do will count for so much at this time as to have the pleasure of carrying your new card. Let every member consult his fellow brother or sister and ascertain if they have theirs. Try to beat your last payment of dues, which was the best you have ever done yet. Make this period an- other record breaker. You will all know later on why this fight was so fierce and hard and it will be all the more appreciated when the word “vic- tory'* is hurled through the air. We are on a safe and sound ship and it is built to go through just such waters as "these. Bro. J. G. Young, first “AQ** tower, has been suffering from a badly sprained ankle for some weeks. We extend him our sympathy and trust he will soon be able to resume work. Bro. Jos. Schlotman, second “J” tower, was obliged to undergo a very painful operation on his arm. The members all wish for him a speedy recovery. He is one of our most faithful and loyal members. Bro. U. G. Stanley, second “SQ,” spent a few days at Philadelphia during the holiday season. Bro. C. S. Dieffenderfcr, first “WD,” journeyed to Nisbet and with Bro. A. C. Grieb traversed the mountains and hillsides in search of the Christ nrs green, greatly enjoying the winter scenery. Div. Coa. Baltimore Division — If you have not paid your dues yet nor sent a dollar to the general secretary and treasurer for the convention fund, you should do so at once. The meeting at Harrisburg, Pa., on December 9th was a “cracker jack.** General Chairman Bro. J. F. Miller was with us after a long illness and favored us with a fine address in the morning and also in the evening. His remarks were both en- couraging and instructive and those who attended were well paid by so doing. Among those present were Bros. Rupley, Fidler, Hoyer, Tracey, Smith, Sterner, Knoub, Hedrick, P. S. and E. L. Talbott, Bare, Ellenberger, Burns and Mays. This being the extreme end of the division it was considered a good turnout. Bro. Abe Sirkis is now on first “HK,” Bro. G. E. McGee, relieving on B. & S. P. branch, Bro. G. J. Ebeline, off sick, and Bro. Robert Merryman is at third “V.** Bro. Winstanley was kept busy during the Christmas holidays looking for suitable presents for the ladies. Bro. T. Hunter has moved on his farm near Parkton, Md., and is now enjoying real country life. Bro. W. D. Bond is the sage of the branch and keeps the nons lined up. It is now time to elect our delegates and local chairman. We should pick the best possible men to represent us. Keep an up-to-date card in your pocket all the time. There never was such a shortage of teleg- raphers all over the country as there is today and it’s no trouble for a good man to be placed on any road in the country. It is our duty to get nons we work with or in the office with us to join. Each man added to the ranks makes our union that much stronger and we can all do something to assist in perfecting the organization on our division. Let us do it, and make 1913 the best year yet for the O. R. T. “J. D.” Baltimore Division Notes — The men on this division have stood loyally by the general committee in its commendable spirit of determination to keep up the fight until victory is won, and it should have the support of every union man on the P. R. R. We are securing, new members and building up our organization on the system so that when called upon we will be able to give the best possible support to the committee. Bro. Peter Brenize is acting as local chairman while Bro. Fidler is on the road. We trust that all our men will render the best possible service so that we may show that they are both capable and efficient. Bro. J. E. Smith and wife were recent Baltimore visitors. Bro. H. J. Yeagy, who has been ill, has returned to duty. Bro. N. Hetrick boasts of being the first mem- ber on the Baltimore division to have a new card. Pay your dues promptly, brothers, don’t let any rumors effect you in the keeping of a good card in your pocket, as this is the only way we can hold what we have and help ourselves to get better conditions. The light will soon dawn, stand loyal and true and in the end all shall be rewarded. I wish you all a happy New Year and trust the O. R. T. banner may long float on the P. R. R. “Selig.” Allegheny Division — It looks far more favorable now for securing a signed up schedule, which your committee has been endeavoring to get since July 15th. Things look more favorable than it did four months ago. Pay up your dues and assist the general committee by every man trying to secure one new member during January. See that others pay up their dues as well as yourself, and work like you never worked before. Any who have not sent in their dues can send or hand them to Local Chairman Arendt, who is now collecting them for the new term. Bro. E. H. Smith, extra Big Rock; has traded off with Bro. Golden, first “BO.” Bro. C. O. Will, relief No. 4, is now in “K“ office, relieved by Bro. C. B. McCoy. Two new three-trick positions have been opened in Oil City yard. All signals are given by hand as they have not yet installed the blocks. Bro. R. M. Murray, relief No. 5, is now with the B. R. & P. in the dispatcher’s office at East Salamanca, N. Y. Digitized by Google

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86 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. M. T. Smith is now on second Siverly yard. Bro. John Say, third Parker, bid in third Ford City, and is now back home again. Bro. E. J. Kline, extra, secured second “BO.” We are glad to learn of General Chairman Miller’s recovery and hope soon to have him attend some of our meetings. Cert. 166. Renovo Division — A happy New Year to all. Christmas found us all in good health, with lots of work and the way we handled it demon- strated the importance of good service and effi- ciency in the telegraph department. Although we are the poorest paid we are the hub of the great railroad wheel around which all of the other departments revolve. Organization goes merrily on and the blood of our younger generation is being infused into the Order. Mr. Hildum bid in third Clarendon, succeeding Miss Hamaker, who bid in second Ludlow. Bro. M. R. Hamel bid in first Ludlow, vice Bro. A. C. Minter, who bid in Waterford second. “WY” tower, Kane, has been abolished, busi- ness being removed to “PR” tower, with Bro. Crawford on second, Dougherty on first and Ward on third. A new “phone” line has been established from Kane to Clarendon. “FN” Warren and “JS” Jackson have also been reopened. Bro. F. W. Crawford bid in second “KZ” Kane, vice Sister M. E. McGraw, recently married. Congratulations. Bro. William G. Wade, of Sterling Run, bid in second “PR” Kane. His brother John has re- cently obtained a position on extra. Bro. W. S. Barner bid in “PR” tower third. Boys, look after the new men and get them in line. Energy, care and attention to duty are our watchwords now. Let’s show the company we are necessary to its operation and make 1913 a record year, when we shall have all our griev- ances adjusted. I wish to thank Bros. Wayne, Barner and Silas Johnson for their kind assistance in getting this write-up together. Bro. Frank W. Crawford is out of hospital on crutches. We hope to soon hear him on the wire again. Bro. Harrry Vance bid in “OD” Erie second; relieved by Bro. Lindquist on Sheffield second on bid, later relieved by Bro. J. C. Frick from Warren third on bid. Bro. J. E. Fculner bid in Belle Valley third. Bro. J. T. Henry, second there, resigned and gone with the W. U. at Erie, Pa. Bro. Lawson bid in Wilcox second, and Bro. S. W. Johnson, second Ludlow, bid in third there. Bro. M. R. Hammel, on sick list two months, was relieved on first Ludlow by Sister Ruth C. Sullivan, who later bid in Driftwood third, Bro. Hammel bidding in third Sheffield. Bro. W. G. Wade is relieving Mrs. Geary, “KZ,” on sick list. Bro. Roberts bid in “SM” third. Bro. Griskey spent holiday week with his people at Blossberg and Scranton, Pa., was relieved by Bro. Wade. Brothers, get after the nons west of “YA” and “PF.” Dickie Benton, Renovo, superintendent’s office, was a -recent Kane caller. “JS” telephone office reopened. Miss Wood, “EY” tower, bid in first, Mr. Way second and Mrs. Burns third. “FN” Warren also reopened. Sister Hagerty first, Mr. Hanley second and Bro. Frick third, on bid. Some old crew. Bro. Clarence W. Johnson’s father. Foreman W. W. Johnson, of Huntley, is seriously ilL We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. Chas. A. Dice, of Sterling Run, is gaining slowly from his recent illness and is able to work again. Sister Rose L. Brink, one of our faithful mem- bers, who bid in Ridgway message job, has been obliged to return to her home in Middletown, Pa., owing to ill health. We hope she may soon be with us again. Sister R. Fisher, manager Postal Johnsonburg, spent Christmas with her daughter. Sister Ethel Fisher, at Howards, Pa. Bro. Crosby, at Rathbun, has Columbian Wyan- dotte eggs for hatching. Bro. J. E. O’Leary. Postal manager Emporium, has ex-Bro. G. S. Vought assisting him. The brothers are organizing a vocal and in- strumental O. R. T. glee club. M. C. Goodwin, violinist; R. E. Rosenkrans, pianist; B. J. Kane, basso; A. L. Goodwin, soprano, and J. F. Sulli- van, alto. The first entertainment will be held opposite the court house at Benginger, introduced by Bro. L. E. Hoffman. All are invited. Local Chairman Bro. B. J. Kane has been ap- pointed reporter at large on five of the leading Philadelphia papers and all of our local papers. We wish him success. Give us news, keep up yonr dues, and we will gladly print your views. “Circuit Rider.” Sunbury Division — Notices have been sent out to the members re- minding them that the next semi-annual dues are due. I have worked hard as your chairman. Our situation is going to be just what you and your fellow brothers make it and it is the duty of every loyal brother to do his share. Every telegrapher who is eligible and has a loyal sense of honor w'll join our organization if he has to borrow the money. Are you a friend to the one who is try- ing to benefit you or not? 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The Railroad Telegrapher, 87 Baltimore. This is not compulsory, but it does not want to be said that we did not do our share, as the roads that have secured the convention in the post have done. The membership by the prompt payment of dues can continue the fight until victory is won. Then each of you will receive your notice from your Order, not from the outside element. Help a brother who is in this fight for your interest and putting your cause even before that of his family to help achieve the settlements we desire to obtain. I have not been able to cover the territory that I would have liked to, owing to my wife’s illness for the past few months. I can not work a night position and travel a number of miles to see each and everyone. All the brothers attending the meetings should endeavor to enlighten their fellow members who can not attend what they heard discussed and try to land the non-member in their offices. We are working for their interests as well as our own and they should do their share by coming in with us. Bro. E. W. Trcxler, relief operator, has resigned. Cert. ii. West Jersey & Seashore Division — We hope all will promptly remit their dues to Bro. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J., for the term ending June 30th. A number have already paid up. Prompt payment saves Bro. Nightingale much work and expense, and we should always be prepared to pay them when due. Our other divi sions are making a great record in this particular. The '‘wedge” that has been “flying” around over the system, vainly trying to stem the tide, evidently entered the wrong place, as it has split all the boys from the Philadelphia & Reading away from it, they having at last learned the folly of letting others do their thinking. It is reported that another “bugaboo” is being prepared, but the boys know by experience that there is only one way and that is the right way, and will now place their membership and money where they have the whole country back of them in their own profession. We arc indeed pleased to know that General Chairman Miller is able to get around again, and we will likely see him and hear from him in a very short time. We hope he will now get well and accomplish all that he originally set out to do. The manual block system has been installed on all the branches, bulletin 25 showing twenty-six positions at the $57.70 minimum; hours, 4:30 a. m., which means an early breakfast or none at all. The students from the company have a school trying to learn the work, which makes the service rather “bum.” Some of them at least have the right spirit. We do not blame them for coming here, and they are already affiliating with us, which is the proper thing for them to do. The fmall salary they get is an incentive to get a card and help change these conditions. Recent assignments are: Bridgeton yard first, C. A. Lounsberry; second, C. A. Stewart; Elmer first, S. S. Prickett; second, P. B. Sbirap; Mon- roeville second, R. J. Van Meter; Aura second, H. A. Schnitzler; third, N. J. Renner; West Had- donfield first, H. D. Moore; Glassboro third, Thomas Pancoast. Ben Sibley, agent Harrisonville, has transferred to Pavonia agency, Camden Terminal Division, former agent at Pavonia going to Haddonfield, N. J., vice Edwards. Agents Harrisonville, Bennett, Cape May court house, Woodstown and Forest Grove, on vaca- tions last month, were relieved by Merrill, Goft, Compton and Peacock. Bro. A. J. Stahl, now with the S. P. at Ore- land, Cal., the land of fruit, sunshine and flow- ers. He and Mrs. Stahl have the best wishes ot the boys on the W. J. & S. J. L. Hand was off a week, having injured his leg getting on the train going to work. Later he was called to Cape May court house, owing to the death of his father. The boys all extend their sympathy. D. R. Lee, of Berlin, N. J., has returned from a month’s visit with his folks in the South. Following the meeting the second night in Janu- ary, the next day meeting occurs on the fourth Thursday in February. Don’t forget — two night meetings, then a day meeting. Lockton Burke, of Sewell, is working the tele- phone block at Wallace until the jobs are bid in. The “gummies” new job is going over the road “timing trains” at the stations. Boys, watch your time and get it down correct on all the trains. Div. Cor. New York, Chicago & St. Louis R. R. Third District — The meeting at Bellevue on November 15th was very well attended, and good interest shown, so much, in fact, that we had to sprint to catch No. 5. The Leipsic Jet. and Continental boys should have been there. Bro. J. A. Richardson, second Green Springs Jet., resigned and left for the “wild and wooly,” relieved by C. L. Gantz, from the west end, pend- ing bulletin. Bro. L. V. Stipp has returned from San Fran- cisco to Fostoria. E. L. Sisson relieved Bro. Schubert while on first and also while off several days. Bro. Schiffler, third Maple Grove, has gone to the Western Union. Bro. D. E. Wolfe, third Mortimer, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Anseberger. Bro. L. Neal, third Green Springs Jet., was re- lieved several days by Mr. Linneman, who later went to Continental and Oakwood. Phones are all installed on the Third District and working part of the time. Electric lights are about to be installed at Green Springs Jet., which will help some. A joint meeting of the Third and Fourth Dis tricts was called at Fort Wayne, November 23rd. I lost some of my notes, making my write-up shorter than it would have been otherwise. Pay your dues. Digitized by Google

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88 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Bigelow, third Latty, has sold his heavy draft team to Fort Wayne parties. Bro. Bender, first Latty, entertained friends from Indianapolis, Ind., at his home Thanksgiving week. Skygack. New York, Ontario & Western Ry. Southern Division — Bro. W. Davis, extra, from Division 113, bid in second Cooks Falls, vice Bro. N. A. Stevens, who bid in third there. Later Bro. Campbell resigned, and Bro. Stevens bid in first. Bro. Van Zandt, first Burnside tower, resigned to engage in the automobile business, relieved by Bro. McIntosh, of third there, on bid. Charlie Ellison, second Wickham Avenue, Mid- dletown, resigned and gone West, placing that trick on bulletin; also third Cooks Falls, Burnside and Rock Rift agency. The epidemic of smallpox at Hancock and Ca-" dosia during November and December caused a number of the brothers to nurse sore arms from vaccination. Bro. Kerwin, second Wheeler tower, who had been vaccinated but was caught in the quarantine at the Midland House, Cadosia, was relieved by Bro. Maybee, second Apex, and he by Bro. Bentley, extra. After several days Bro. Ker- win was released and went to his home at Bloom- ingburgh. On his return he found that the new boarding house he had selected before he left was quarantined that morning, so he had to eat at “the beanery” and bunk in the watchman's shanty until he found another. The funeral of Bro. Ralph Close, agent Rock Rift, who died December 7th after a short illness of spinal meningitis, was held there December 10th. The pallbearers, who also accompanied the remains on No. 11 to Walton, were: Bros. Sher- man Misner, John Quinn, A. J. Yonker, Charles O’Niel and John Hoffman. Bros. J. Cassidy, Ward Chase and H. J. DeGraw were flower bear- ers— members of Division 20. The Masonic lodge of Walton conducted the funeral services, with the beautiful burial ritual of that order. Our poet, Bro. S. S. Fish, a schoolmate of Bro. Close, contributes the following: In Memory of My Boyhood Playmate, Ralph S. Close, Who Died December 7TH, 1912. (By Cononicus .) Another boyhood playmate has laid his burdens down, Exchanged the load of earthly care for freedom and a crown; Leaving this vale of tears for that fair land of rest, His spirit takes its heavenly flight to mingle with the blest. Grim death paused at his lowly bed Ere he struck the fatal blow, to place upon his head The crown of merit by which God may designate his own In that fair land beyond the skies— the weary traveler’s home. May God in mercy ease the grief that rends the mother’s breast, And make her know that all is well and he is safe at rest. Look down in pity on the wife who sits with bowed-down head, And bring to her sweet comfort, bid her weep not for her dead. Why do the best die young? Alas! we’ll never know. God wills it so, and when he calls, we one and all must go Down to the silent grave with Him; there in the narrow cell, To wait the judgment of our God, who doeth all things well. Weep not He’s only sleeping — the sweet sleep of the just. His spirit lives. The body shall return to com- mon dust, While we live on and daily dread that form in dark array, That comes upon us unawares and bears our souls away. One by one they drop away, the playmates of my youth. And as I see them droop and die I recognize the truth Of God’s unfailing prophecy, as on Mount Cal- vary He offered up his only Son that we might saved be. May Christ, the stricken Savior who died upon the cross, Look down upon the mourners in pity for their loss; Sustain them in their hour of grief and dry the falling tear, As mother, wife and children weep o’er thy lowly bier. May He who bade the waves be still on far off Galilee, Who healed the sick, the lame and blind, who walked upon the sea, Who clothes the tender lilies, who hath the power to save, ft.ake grasses green and flowers bloom above thy lonely grave. Dxv. Co*. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all wise Ruler of the universe to call from our midst to a higher reward our beloved brother, Ralph S. Close; and Whereas, We realize that in his death the fam- ily has lost a beloved husband and father; there- fore be it Resolved, That we bow in humble submission to His will, and strive to emulate the good example of loyal service set by our departed brother; and be it further Resolved, That the members of N. Y. O. & W. System, Division No. 20, Order of Railroad Teleg- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 89 raphers, extend their heartfelt sympathy to the be- reaved family in this hour of sorrow', and a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved rela- tives, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication, and a copy be spread on the minutes of this divi- sion to stand in memory of our departed brother, who was ever loyal to our order. C. L. Cook, W. J. Haley, H. J. DeGraw, Committee. Cincinnati, Hamilton 6. Dayton Ry. Springfield Division — Someone please tell us what is the difference between a delinquent and a non. Business is good. The Indianapolis Division will install the block system January ist, which will take eighteen additional operators. Local Chairman Carter, while attending the meeting of the general committee at Dayton, O., was relieved at Marshall by L. R. McIntyre. Bro. A. P. McCown, relieving Bro. Carter at Newman, on a six months’ leave to California, is being relieved by Bro. W. E. Cummins on first Hume, and he on second by Mr. Aickman, from the C. & E. I. Mr. Gossert, our car man, who resigned to go into the show business, is back again, relieving Mr. Benton, who is relieving Mr. Wells on message wire, the latter relieving Third Trick Dispatcher Coder, on the Springfield Division, working third on Indianapolis Division while T. H. Siegrist is acting as chief, and F. M. Conners acting as assistant trainmaster, with office at Hume. Mr. Gossert is learning the road, and will probably be on train wire shortly. Bro. J. V. Cummins, second Moorefield, on thirty days* vacation was relieved by Mr. Lynch. On his return he relieved second man at Hume, for fifteen days on the sick list. Bro. Grimes, second Luscoba, returned from his recent hunt without any game. Former bill clerk there is now chief clerk in J. D. Mar- ney*s office at Springfield. Sister B. M. Dickey, of Lintner, and mother spent Thanksgiving with friends in Champaign, 111. Bro. Horubeck, second Shops, has taken a six months’ leave of absence and gone to the Texas & Pacific, owing to his wife’s ill health. We hope she will be benefited by the change. Business is good and there seems to be no rea- son why we should not be going after another new schedule. A year is long enough to work under one without a revision. No doubt our chairman will soon be getting after it. Brothers, assist Sister Dickey by sending her the changes and other news you hear of. One note would be appreciated. J. G. Lambert, agent Milligan, resigned and was relieved by Extra Agent Singleton, from the T. St. L. & W. Our correspondent is sick and came near not getting these notes in. Thanks to the brothers who sent in such a good bunch of news. Brothers, please get after that non next to you. Make our motto plain to him: “No card, no favors.” He has no excuse, and you should not listen to any. He can not plead want of funds, as we got him an increase from which he should take enough to keep up his dues. The most of us have a little pride about us. “B.” IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father to call to his reward our brother, Norman S. Cashner, a charter member of Division No. 21, Order of Railroad Telegraphers; in manifestation of our sorrow and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of C. H. & D. System, Division 21, Order of Railroad Telegra- phers, extend to the sorrowing wife and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. E. F. Stonger, P. E. Jenkins, C. B. Miller, Committee. Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry. Cedar Rapids, Ia., Dec. 12, 1912. All Members Division 23 — Account the membership of Division 23 voting to increase the dues to $6.00 per term, this changes the cost of joining for the terms and also months of the terms. Please be governed by the following rates for all applications of members in scheduled positions: January $10.50 July February 9*5 August March 8.50 September April 7.50 October May 6.50 November June 5.50 December The dues of member^ with Division 23 occupy- ing other positions than those covered by our schedule are $4.00 per term and the cost for join ing while in such non-scheduled positions are as follows: January $8.50. July February 7.83 August March 7-»7 September April 6.50 October May 5.83 November June 5.17 December Please do not get these mixed but apply the rate to the ones in scheduled or non-scheduled posi- tions as is correct. Fraternally yours, E. R. Derrickson, G. S. & T., Div. 23. Chicago Terminals — Brothers, we wish you all a happy New Year. Bro Peiffer, leverman, Pacific Jet., has been on the sick list nearly a month. Digitized by Google

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90 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. G. Bonitt, Lincoln Avc. tower, was off for thirty days and Bro. R. G. Graham, night lever- man Belmont Ave., is on a vacation trip to Okla- homa, relieved by Charles Hendrickson, extra leverman. Bro. Boutt, second Cragin was off a few days sick. More of the members should attend our meet- ings, especially in the terminals, 'and as far out as Deerfield, as they have a train to get home on. Boys come and help boom the thing along. Zanesville Line — Bro. Lumber, Ingleside, was off a few days. Bro. Adams, Gray’s Lake, was in Chicago on business recently. Wishing you all success. Cert. 23. C. & C. B. Illinois Division — Bro. Fluehr, Genoa, on a business trip to Omaha, was relieved by Mr. Hayes. Bro. Giddings, of the C. B. & Q., relieved “MR." Fretz at Galewood tower. Mr. Voltz, of Elgin, was on the side wire at Savanna while Chief Thurbcr took his vacation. Bro. Christensen, who has taken a position in the freight house at Galewood, was relieved by Mr. Wood, of the C. G. W. Bro. Logan has been doing relief work at Lan- ark, Cordove and Fox River. Bro. Allen bid in Byron tower and Mr. Hayes drew Almore third. In selecting our delegate to the convention in Baltimore next May, we should take into consider- ation our worthy local chairman, who gives a part of his time to the good of the Order, and knows about what the members want or should have. He gets no salary and in sending him to Baltimore we would only be giving him what he has earned several times. If there is any pleasure connected with his office I think this would be it. Let him have it. I have written several of the brothers along the line for items of news, but am unable to get a sound out of them. Let’s get busy and have a large one next month. Every little bit added to what you got, makes a good write-up. Every- body send a line. Cert. 786. C. & C. B. — In Iu7va Division — Help me out boys with the news items and keep your eye on some of 'those prizes offered for catering nons. It is worth while. Bro. W. I. Roland, Newhall, relieved Bro. Kruse at Van Horne a few weeks. M. C. Huff, from the M. & St. L., is on Cov- ington third. Bro. \V. H. Robinson, Collins, on a business trip to Marshalltown, was relieved by former agent Cook a few days. Bro. Kasting went to Dedham a few days before returning to Collins. Temporary telegraph offices at Walsh and Me C.rath discontinued; Bro. R. M. Condon from Walsh, relieved Bro. J. R. Harding on second Covington, who went to Eldridge agency. Bro. F. N. Rathbun, Martelle, has bought a half interest in the Little Mission Billiard Par- lor Car, Third Ave. and Third St., Cedar Rapids. Iowa. Give him a call. Almost every business and professional man has a club representing his interests, which he is glad to attend. How about your club? Have you joined yet? There is one at Omaha, one at Des Moines and one at Cedar Rapids. Get busy. It’s both interesting and instructive. Bro. Coughlin, Division 31, is on second Hux- ley, relieved C. B. Elder, who went to Coving- ton third. Bro, A. J. Gibson relieved at Huxley by Mr. Endicott, from the Santa Fe, went t-> Van Horne. The December meeting of the Des Moines O. R. T. Club was fairly well attended. General Chairman Brown, of the C. R. I. & P. gave us a good talk on matters of interest affecting our organization. Every brother who can possibly get away should attend the February meeting. All will be welcome. Cert. 1408. River, C. V. and IVabasha Divisions — W. C. Stackpole, who was appointed assistant chief dispatcher, was succeeded as first trick dis- patcher at Minneapolis by E. W. Rudloff, second trick dispatcher I. & M. Division, F. E. Brunner taking a trick on that division. H. C. Vogel going to third on the River Division. Bro. H. Peed, first Hoffman Ave. tower, who relieved him on Newport third, was called home with his brother Clyde, of St. Paul, the day before the change went into effect, owing to their mother’s serious illness, and Bro. R. E. Kenyon, first Lower Yard, St. Paul, went to Newport third until Bro. Peed’s return, relieved by Bro. J. H. Olson, from Farmington Yard, who went to Lake City third, vice Bro. T. Stcgner resigned, elected register of deeds in Wabasha. Bro. R. M. Mc- Cullough, who relieved Clifford Kenyon at Etter, also relieved Bro. Olson at Farmington Yard. Bro. C. R. Lemcn is spending the winter South. C. D. Hartley going to first Hastings Yard and L. P. Morrow, second Vermillion, Minn., on third, relieved by Mr. Youngblood. A. I. Tilseth, agent Lakeland, who started home from Mrs. Tilseth’s mother’s about 9 p. m., De- cember 8th, on his skates, hauling his wife on a hand sled, skated in open water, pulling the sled in after him and both were drowned. Their bodies were found the next forenoon. They had only been married a short time, and were very popular. Mr. Swanson, a billing clerk at Eau Claire, oid in Lakeland agency, relieving Bro. W. J. Mar- tin temporary agent, who spent Christmas with his parents on the farm, and later relieved the agent at Newport. Bro. O. R. Wilson, bid in third St. Croix Cross- ing, A. F. Lakinan, relieving him on next bul- letin. J. I. Popjoy bid in third Farmington Yard. A. R. Lawson, Indio, has resigned. Cwt. ao$8, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 91 Wisconsin Valley Division — Bro. Upham, local chairman LaCrosse Division, one of the subcommittee left at Chicago to con* elude our present schedule negotiation, called on Bro. Schultz, our local chairman recently, to con- fer with him regarding some important questions now pending. Bros, make a special effort to pay your dues and M. B. D. assessments promptly and get a new card commencing with the New Year, and save postage for the local chairman, and general secre- tary and treasurer. Ballots will soon be out to nominate delegates for the convention. We have never had a repre- sentative from this division, due mostly to the brothers not all voting. This is very important. Let us all vote this year and see if we cam not elect our local chairman one of the delegates. He handles the grievances of the men at home and should have the opportunity to attend this conven- tion. and better qualify himself for the position he is filling. Parker relieved Blanchfield, second Mosinee, for a few days, who concluded to go to housekeeping. We wish him good luck and hope to soon call him Bro. Bro. Van Gilder, second Tomahawk, took his Christmas dinner with his mother at YVittenberg, relieved by Parker. Six extra cabooses received recently and the logging business will soon be on for the winter. Supt. Ober was over the division recently looking over the spurs and making the necessary improve- ments to properly handle thi9 work. The Bros, should do everything they can to help move the business as smoothly and promptly as possiole and show the company that we are there with the goods. Cert. iiio. Iowa and Dakota Divisions — Bro. Dunn is on second North McGregor, while Bro. Hickey is in dispatcher’s office at Mason City. Bro. Johnson, of Calmar, is on third North Mc- Gregor. Sister Burkart was relieved a few days at Girard by Bro. Burkart on account of sickness, W. C. Smith is on second Monona and Bro. Burk on third. Bro. Swella, from Conover, is on sec- ond Calmar and Bro. Marrion on third. Bro. Smith is on second Fort Atkinson and Wittie on third. Bro. Bolgar was given a second at Lawler during the heavy rush, but he has since been taken off. Bro. J. Klein is on second New Hampton, while his brother I. I. Klein is in dispatcher’s office at Mason City, working third. The new passenger station at Chas City will have all modern conveniences, 'the old station there will be remodeled into a freight office. Bro. Anderson is back at Gardner, after a short sick spell. Bro Chase, at' Britt, has been given a third man. Bro. Whittney is relieving Agent Hedrick at Algona, on vacation with Bro. Anderson on first. Bro. Donovan is on second T)mmetsburg, vice Bro. Kelley, who went to Everly agency and later re- signed. Bro. Bieser, first Algona gets Milford agency, vice Bro. W. C. Smith. Bro. Paine, of Everly, was assigned Arnolds Park agency. You boys out on the west end give us a little news once in awhile so we can see what is doing out there. Bro. Bertelson, of Parker, went to third Scot- land, second Alexandria and Parker now on bulle- tin. If you Bros, will kindly help me a little I will try and give a write-up every month. Drop it to me at Chas City or mail it in yourself. Wishing you all a merry Christmas and happy and prosperous New Year. J. S. L. H. & D. Division — The meeting held with the employes of this division by A. D. Smallen and Supt. Gilleck to organize a safety committee to promote plans for the greater safety of employes and passengers was well attended and great interest was shown. In- structive talks were given by Mr. Gilleck, Mr. Smallen and other officials. A. C. Kearns, second Kenville, and wife took a trip to Pennsylvania during December. Bro. W. D. Spaulding, first Kenville, while on a land inspection trip to Canada, was relieved by Bessie Kearns. The wife of Bro. A. W. Bruers, agent Lake- ville, while lighting a fire was so terribly burned by a can of oil exploding, that she died within a few hours. The brother has our deepest sym- pathy. He was relieved a few days by Bro. Do- lan, former agent at Wagdahl. Bro. A. A. Wilson ha9 been appointed agent at Glencoe, a worthy promotion, the Bros, are all glad to hear of. Bro. Zollach has been appointed agent Granite Falls, vice E. B. Gilleck to second “GN” tower. Bro. J. A. Felbers gets Lakeville agency, Bro. A. W. Bruers going to Graceville agency, vice W. D. G. C. Fariss has Wegdahl agency, relieved at Granite Falls nights by .Red Young, another non. Bro. Williams, who relieved Bro. Wayne Dunlap on side table in Montevido dispatcher's office, is now on second Bird Island. Boys drop the new men a line and see what we can do with them. A great deal of the double track work has been completed. M. U. D., Div. Cor. H. & D. Division Notes — General Chairman Soyster visited Local Chair- man Ayars, at Redfield, recently. Bro. W. R. Whitfield, Redfield nights, spent the holidays at Chicago and points in Iowa with his parents and friends, relieved by M. P. Ayars. Local Chairman G. B. Turner, of the Southern Minnesota, was in Woonsocket recently, en route to Chicago to conclude negotiations. Mr. Murphy, second Woonsocket, on holiday vacation, was re- lieved by Bro. J. W. McMonahan, from the N. P. Ry. Digitized by c.ooQle

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92 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. G. E. Ayars is on third Aberdeen yard. Mr. Howard, a new man, relieved J. P. Walsh, second Webster, who went to second Jet. Switch. Cbrt. 36591. Superior Division — Bro. E. H. Buswell relieved Bro. E. S. Stark, agent Kiel, on indefinite leave, owing to ill health. Bro. Gauthier, agent Mass, goes to second Iron Mountain, relieved on bid by Bro. J. J. Clark, agent Plymouth, latter agency vacant. Second Mass also vacant. Bro. C. R. Scheibe bid in Greenleaf agency. Bro. A. J. Stewart, first Ellis Jet., has been on the clip job at Channing, and doing extra dis- patching during the rush season. Bro. A. J. Luth relieved Bro. Redding, agent Ellis Jet., a fewv weeks. ®ro- Utberg gets third Iron Mountain, Bro. Ho'lmes and Mr. Hansena, new man from the W. & M., on extra. Bro. O. Herrin, Oconoto Jet. nights, will move his family there shortly. Bro. Brossell got third Chilton, Mr. Fairchild going to Keil third, where he only worked a few nights when he was found bound and gagged and the office ransacked of about $16.00. A few days afterward he went to Chilton and several days later was found behind the depot there shot through the head. His relatives were located at Newark, Ohio. In nominating a delegate to the Baltimore con- vention, I believe we should remember Local Chairman Bro. Buswell, as he handles all the grievances and knows just what we should want a representative to know. He has been local chair- man for a number of years, without any compen- sation whatever, and we owe him our support. I have not been asked to mention him, but think that he’s the logical man. There is a new brother from the G. B. & W., (can not remember his name) on third Menominee. Div. Cor. Dubuque Division — Second McGregor, Pleasant Creek nights, and third Guttenberg on bulletin. Men seem to be scarce. We all regret the death of dispatcher Walter J. Kelley. He was a friend of all the boys, who donated very liberally toward a beautiful floral offering. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife and family. Boys do not wait to remit your dues until the last of the old year. Bear in mind what the O. R. T. has done for us on this division. Think back about ten years and compare conditions then and now, and rush in a money order to Bro. Quick. You night men, who keep our railroads doing business, while most every one slumbers, please be on the job at all times, and you will retain the good will of the dispatchers and other officers. Everybody attend strictly to business. Wishing you all a happy New Year. Cbrt. 692. CARD OF THANKS. We desire to express our thanks through The Telegrapher for the lovely flowers and expres- sions of sympathy tendered us by brothers of the O. R. T. during the sickness and death of our dear little “Roy.” Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Towle. Columbia Division — Our committee has been in Chicago nearly three months, and the nons are getting impatient to know what they didn’t help get. Start the New Year right, boys, with an up to date, and see that the non next to you gets one also. Most .of the new arrivals on the division have promised to join. See that he keeps his promise, no matter whether he is working at your station or on either side of you, it’s your duty to see that he lines up. If it’s a she, see that she lines up and if she won’t line up, get some one to marry her, that will be punishment enough. The amendment to raise our semi-annual dues from $5.00 to $6.00 carried almost ten to one. This shows that the members are gaining confi- dence in the Order and are ready to back it up with their financial support. We haven't had suf ficient funds heretofore to campaign with. If our dues were twice what they are now, there would be fewer nons, for then we would have enough money to hire a good, husky man to go over the line, who would make them come in. Agent O. K. Owen, of Herrick, was in the hos- pital a few days recently. He lays it to the rich food served at the hotel at Herrick. H. R. Kellar, third St. Maries, relievea Bro. Mason, agent Fern wood, east With his wife, under- going treatment at Rochester. Bro. Kellar will re- lieve Bro. Vassey, first St. Maries, as soon as Bro. Mason returns. Plummer, second, is still on bulletin. The new man put on at Bovill is from Spokane. The job has not been bulletined yet. Little Plummer temporary, while the gravel pit was being operated, has been closed. Dispatcher Beal was in Seattle, while Dispatcher Hayes went to Portland to eat his Thanksgiving dinner. Bro. Sorrenson brought back a helper to Pine City. Congratulations. Sister Stevens, second Revere, has a new pianola, part of the proceeds probably f om the sale of rat- tle snakes. It ought to be easy for Bro. Stevens, he is accomplished in the art of running a gaso- line engine. Work on the new Moses Lake line is being rushed. Look out for the bulletin on the new sta- tion. Steel is being laid on the new Hanford line down the Columbia river, when completed several stations will probably be opened up there. Bro. Hayes, Malden relay, and lady, Sundayed at St. Joe recently. i\. E. Joyner relieved at Avery several days. Remem uer the name, Ed R. Derrickson, and the place, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Send him six bones and you are on the road to success. Cbrt. 910. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 93 Coast Division — Our committee is now conducting negotiations in Seattle. Our brother trainmen, who have been i:i session some time succeeded in getting about every- thing they contended for, due to their strength as an organization. We believe that we are now in a position to demand a little more considera- tion. The C. M. St. P. & C. M. P. S. are to be con- solidated and named “St. Paul," which may result in a few official changes, including the promotion of Supt. W. B.' Foster. Bro. E. S. Barrett, appointed Seattle relay, re- lieved by Bro. Kinnear. Bro. and Sister Terry, of Garcia, had a few days* enjoyable visit with Seattle and Tacoma friends, while doing some Christmas shopping. Bro. Herbert Johnson, who has been relieving O. J. H. Martin, second Kent, is now assisting Bro. Ieamy at Rockdale. Bro. F. I. Fishburn is now at third Auburn. Bro. M. L. Beach, appointed to assist Bro. Hurley, agent Cleelum, and Bro. L. M. Johnson to second there. Bro. and Sister Martin, appointed agent and second at Easton. Bro. Chadderdon third there, and Bro. Kelso to third Keechelus. The latter was a recent Seattle visitor. Bro. Wescot, agent, Bro. C. C. Taylor and Bro. Robinson, second and third Laconia. Ragn&r Pit closed. Bro. Cipra, appointed third Cedar Falls, Bro. Gill, second, Bro. Walker, first, Bro. Gill return- ing from a trip to Seattle lost a package containing a hat and other articles. Later he relieved Bro. R. D. Rogers, Seattle house, resigned. Mr. Bycrly, relieving Sister Stewart, Auburn, Bro. Fisnourn, appointed third Auburn, T. E. Gal- lagher paid us a short visit at Auburn — departed. J. J. Gallivan returned to Tacoma Jet. A. G. Owen relieving at Tide Flats. Mrs. Ingraham appointed second North Puyallup. Bro. Roy Rader, “TC” Tacoma, relieved by Bro. II. R. Spoor, from Missoula, visited Everett dur- ing the holidays. Bros. Grummel and Nisenger, of “TC” Tacoma, attended the Milwaukee Club annual ball at Seattle, November 8th. Bro. K. B. Marshall pulled up at “TC” recently and got a line on the C. P. S. Bro. Harry Derrickson, first Salsich Jet., who goes to second Kent, has rented a nice house. His mother has arrived from the East. Nothing like mother’s cooking. Bro. Wools bid in third Salsich Jet., relieved at Bandera by Bro. H. J. Johnson. Bro. S. R. Babcock is on second Salsich Jet. Some photos received from Sister Fronie Ar- nold inuicate she is enjoying her vacation in Ore* gon, judging from the smile she is wearing. Bro. Ralph McKay is visiting friends in Portland. Bro. Silsby, agent Tolt, bid on Kent agency, and has case is now before Mr. Hart. Bro. Roy Lucas resumed duty at Duvall, after prolonged illness. Bro. Ralph Cummings has been given a cashier and helper in addition to the telegrapher at Mon- roe. Ralph attended the Milwaukee Club annual ball in Seattle recently , and introduced her. Bro. S. A. Bourke, who returned to Monroe after re- lieving Bro. Stewart at Auburn, has been ap- pointed agent at Morton to succeed Bro. McEntee, resigned. Bro. G. F. Bingham took charge of Ev- erett upon Bro. Bourke’s return to Monroe. Mr. Attix, extra Everett, to relieve Mr. Phillips, dis- patcher’s clerk, Tacoma, called east, owing to ill- ness. Bro. Zirkle is cashier at Everett. Bro. Hogan, Tide Flats, appointed operator- clerk Enumclaw, where he lives. Former on bul- letin. Bro. K. B. Marshall is at Alder and Mr. Byerly and Parmalee at Kapowsin during rush of logs. The Coast division is now the best organized on the Puget Sound, notwithstanding we are paid the least, and living conditions particularly in the mountain district, are equally as bad as on any other division. This is the best criterion of loy- alty and patience on the part of the men and sure- ly our rqward will be success. Let us all be pa- tient until our committee concludes schedule ne- gotiations. Cert. 1319. Musselshell Division — I would like to call the members attention to the selection of a delegate to the Baltimore conven- tion next May. While each of you will have a chance of giving your preference to any member for this place, I think we could do no better than to throw our support to our worthy local ciiairman, Bro. Burnworth, and in a manner show our appreciation for the hard work and strict at- tention he has given the office during <he time he has been our lo^al chairman. The benefit to be derived from sending him as a delegate is the fact that he is more in touch with the work, and the knowledge and experience he gains there can readily be applied to it on returning. Having served as local chairman, on both the Northern Pacific and Great Northern railways, I can sympa- thize with Bro. Burnworth in his work on this Musselshell Division, with practically no compen- sation whatever. He is certainly entitled to all the glory and pleasure he can get out of the dele- gate’a position. Bro. Burnworth is a steady, sober, careful, hard-working man, who will guard our interests carefully and is just the right man for the place. E. C. S. Musselshell Division Notes—- Bro. W. G. Burdick, second Lavina, on <i vaca- tion, was relieved by Bro. Huycken. R. C. King, agent, has returned from an Eastern vacation, re- lieving Bro. Copp, who goes tc Plevna agency, pending bulletin; W. H. Plath geing or. nights there. Bro. J. H. Fisher has taken his assignment first Terry, Bro. Dorner taking second there, relieving R. E. Jones, who bid in second Harlow* ton. Melstone, Terry, Sumatra and Ingomar are solid. J. W. Corbett is on third Ingomai temporarily. Bro. Burnworth will line him up and Bro. and Digitized by Google

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94 The Railroad Telegrapher. Sister Montgomery at Vananda will line up C. B. Mastin there. Bro. R. W. Carey, Heritage days, is planning a gay time Christmas, expecting Mrs. Carey for a two weeks’ visit and will, no doubt, treat the bachelors to a feast. H. H. Sayers, on second there, is tiring of the “hermit” life, and is think- ing of returning East. Miss Ila R. Sawyer, third Calabar, is spend- ing a well-earned vacation in sunny Florida. Sister Beatrice Flynn is planning a short vacation. Her many friends will be pleased to learn that h r father has been appointed roadmaster on one of the Western divisions, but hope this will not necessitate her leaving us. Vve are all pleased to see Bro. Thiesen on the side table job in the Miles City dispatcher’s office, with C. T. U. Bro. Anderson on nights. Bro. L. W. LeBarron, resigned at Kinsey, and has gone to Andover, S. D., on the H. & D. Division, re- lieved by R. L. Storey of Galesburg, 111., who only lasted a few days. Bro. P. C. Dedrick, of Division 76, who relieved him, was taken sick and returned to his home in Milwaukee, relieved by a man named Ward, claiming to be from the C. P. R. He stated that an O. R. T. man was no good, and as he only had ten cents lasted just one day. Bro. C. R. Mowery, second Saugus, and wife spent the holidays with relatives in Chicago and Indiana. C. T. U. Bro. A. J. Ashton is relieving on second Saugus. Bro. and Sister O. B. McKenzie, back from an extended visit among relatives in Missouri, put quite a dent in the chicken and apple crop of that state. Bro. Corcoran, on second Calabar, is relieving J. P. Kennedy, on a vacation the Order earned for him. R. B. Hendricks, temporary agent at Westmore, committed suicide December 15th, by shooting him- self while half crazed ^with drink. Roscoe had many friends who were very much surprised and pained at his rash act. Bro. W. H. Scott is now at Westmore agency temporarily relieved on Mildred first by H. L. Struckmeyer. When jobs are not bulletined promptly, or you do not get to your assignments as promptly as you would like, take such matters up with the local chairman. The officials will, no doubt, give them prompt attention if taken up in the proper manner through our officers. Cert. 2446. TranS’Missouri Division — Assistant General Chairman Smith attended the subcommittee meeting at Seattle on December 30th, for a revision of our schedule, which has been delayed some time, waiting on the general chair- man to get the negotiations with the C. M. & St. P. far enough advanced so he could take charge of the negotiations at Seattle. Chief Dispatcher A. C. Bowen, on a four weeks’ vacation, was relieved by first trick dispatcher J. P. Rothman, relieved by second trick dispatcher H. L. Wiltrout, relieved by extra dispatcher A. A. Babcock; Owing to the increase of business, additional help was put on the Standing Rock line, Mrs. W. P. O’Hem being assigned first, and extra Merrick second New England, where a third trick man will also be put on shortly. Extra Phelps as- signed to second Raleigh and Miss Holmes to third Wakpala. Bro. R. W. Henry bid in Rhame agency, Bro. Fielder returning to Bowman. Lowis is relieving the agent at Thunder Hawk, relieved on second there by Miss Labounty, phoner. Bro. W. L. Younger, of the relay office, off on vacation during the holidays, was relieved by an extra from Seattle. Bro. W. E. Jones bid in Isabel agency, vice Bro. H. W. Soike. Hettinger first is now open. Bro. Kircher, first “DS” Mobridgc, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Rodenbough, and be by Bro. Kail, relieved by Miss Labounty. Bro. Hoesley, agent at Timber Lake, has to step around pretty lively since the helper was taken off. Bro. Hopkins and Bro. Weatherly will soon be moving in their new stations at Laplant and Walker, respectively. Div. Com. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been the will of our heavenly Father, the Divine Ruler of the universe, to call to his heavenly home the dearly beloved husband of our sister, Mrs. Coon, and father of our Bro. Coon; be it therefore Resolved, That we, the members of the C. M. & P. Ry., Division 23, of the Order of R. R. Tel- egraphers, extend to the sorrowing wife and son our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereave- ment in the loss of the husband and father, and commend them to the Divine Ruler, who doeth all things well; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the wife and son of the departed and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. E. P. Brink, C. E. Betts, M. J. Brien, Committee . International & Great Northern Ry. San Antonio Division — Nothing has appeared in the journal from this division for some time. If you will send me such items as come to your notice, I will gladly do my share towards getting in a write-up every month. Bro. Burroughs, third Taylor, was recently married to a young lady from Tayloy. We wish them a long and happy life. Bro. Jack Harrison, second Taylor, spent several days in Waco. Mr. Hopkins, extra, and Bro. Nuhn relieved the broth- ers while they were off. Bro. Biel is on first Colorado Bridge and Bro. Nuhn on third, assigned on bulletin. Telegrapher Finnie, third M. K. & T. Jet., is laying off again, to have his eyes treated. We hope Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 95 he will keep his promise to get so up-to-date, and start the New Year right. H. S. Corrigan, after an absence of several years, is dispatching third trick in San Antonio. He is an A No. i dispatcher and a pleasant man to work with. Bro. Coleman, second Cotulla, bid in second “MS/' Bro. Carmichael is temporary agent at Von Onny, pending bulletin. I wish all the boys of our division a merry Christmas and bright, happy, prosperous New Year. Mutt, Cert. 162. Vandalia R. R. St. Louis Division — West End — We hope you all had a merry Christmas and a happy New Year, and here’s hoping it will be a prosperous one. Those who have been in the service of the com- pany for five years or more now have annuals for 1913. N. E. Browning, first Sraithboro, 111., accompa- nied his wife recently as far as Terre Haute, Ind.. on a visit to relatives in Southern Indiana. R. S. Fogler, third Mulberry Grove, 111., re- lieved in turn, F. H. Matthews, second; C. N. Jones, first, and F. O. Berry, third, at St. Elmo, 111., latter part of December. Tolly Thomas, first Brownstown, 111., off during the illness of his wife, was relieved by Extra Riley, Hagarstown, 111. H. E. Weaver, second Rose Lake yards, East St. Louis, III., relieved C. C. Chesterson at East St. Louis freight house during the holidays. J. C. Pacatte, second Collinsville, 111., has been relieving Herber Keeler, second Vandalia, 111., re- cently. Our old friend “Bill” Coffee, of Vandalia, bid in third Altamont, 111., and is doing the “pig iron” stunt very creditably. Our new Supt. F. H. Worthington, has made a new ruling which will meet the approval of every telegrapher on the division: That hereafter when telegraphers do extra agents' work they shall re- ceive the regular agent’s salary at that point, which, of course, includes express commission. We would be pleased to see a good write-up each month from all divisions on the Vandalia, especially this division. We hope the middle divis- ion and the east end boys will also get busy, so we can see what is going on. Don’t forget that new card. Keep in line and be a man, and remit Bro. C. R. Shortridge, Coatesville, lnd., your dues, and Bro. L. W. Quick, seventh floor, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo., your M. B. D. assessments at once. “Pah Hamdle Pete.” Missouri Pacific Ry. Members Wichita Division— Nearly two years have elapsed since I was ap- pointed local chairman. Since then I have ear- nestly sought to serve you to the best of my ability and I trust that I may have been of some assistance to the brothers and sisters on the division and to the Order in general. No doubt* few of you realize the amount of work it has taken to keep the affairs of the di- vision in shape. Handicapped as we are, it is necessary to do practically all the work by corre- spondence. I often work two or three hours of a night after my work is done at the office in keeping up the O. R. T. correspondence, and dur- ing the two years have filled six letter files as full as they will hold with correspondence I have handled. I have no regrets for the work I have done, but only wish that my talents might have permitted me to accomplisn more for the great cause that organized labor is striving for. It is encouraging to see so many of the new telegraphers who have recently come to the divi- sion, on account of the new offices opened, joining the Order. It ought to put to shame the few old “hard shells” remaining, nearly all of whom are receiving better wages than those recently enter- ing the service. There is no way we can secure thorough organization except by the united efforts of the membership. I want to ask each one of you personally to write the nons often. Keep at it until they line up. You have no idea what a help it would be if you would all do this. The • organization work is the hardest part of it, and if you will assist the local chairman it will benefit us all. I wish to thank the brothers and sisters for the loyax -support given me and the many expressions of appreciation which you have shown. It will soon be time for the election of dele- gates to the biennial convention. We trust you will get yoyr constitutions out (every one of you have been furnished one by Bro. Quick), and study over the laws which govern our Order, and be prepared to write your delegates of any changes you may desire, so when they get to the conven- tion they will be able to represent you intelligently. Don’t leave it all to the delegates to figure out. They can not tell what you desire unless you tell them. We have a grand, good Order, but any institu- tion which stands still is bound to slip back. In order to make progress, therefore, it is necessary to make changes from time to time. Don't forget this. You have my best wishes for a happy and pros- perous New Year. * F. O. Mott, L. C. Wichita Division Notes — Recent assignments are: Batesville agency, Mrs. L. E. Twiggs; nights, Miss Eva Twiggs; Neal nights, L. C. Cohen; Tonovay agency, E. J. Zimmerman; Pontiac agency, G. E. Twiggs; nights, A. L. Brickley ; Sallyards first, W. B. Taylor; second, A. L. Buchanan; Hazleton agency, J. M. Blockman. Bro. Popkes, of Toronto, is off, owing to the serious illness of his wife, who is improving slowly. Bro. Ode! was off a few days during the illness and death of his brother-in-law at Winfield. Digitized by Google

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96 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Copp, from the I. M. S., is now on second Yates Center. Keep right after the new men on 'the division, boys, and we can soon get them all lined up. Bro. Kessinger, in “H” office while Chief Dis- patcher Knapp, one of the new hospital board directors, is looking over the St. Louis and Little Rock institutions, was relieved on second Twenty- fifth Street yard by Mr. Watkins, from Durand. D. A. Hayes, from the B. & O. Railway, is on third Twenty-fifth Street pending bulletin; later bid in by J. M. Anderson, who recently received second Greenwich on bid. Bro. J. M. Blackman went to Hazleton when bids closed on Redfield. Brothers, don’t sleep on duty. We are only working nine hours out of twenty-four. Give the company good service. It will help our pay checks later on. Send any news you have to Bro. Mott or “AC.” Wish you all a happy New Year. G. E. T., Div. Cor. 8t. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern Ry. Missouri Division — I wish to thank all the members for their sup- port in electing me local chairman. I will do all in my power to show my appreciation, as that^ will prove more than I can say. I have a large territory to cover 'and it will keep me busy to keep up with all the changes, etc., and I want each member to consider that he has as much interest in keeping up his division as I have and when there is a change made at his station to let me know at once who has taken the job, if in good standing, and all the informa- tion you can give me. You may be sure it will be appreciated. Bro. Selvidge, second Williarasville, Mo., is my assistant on the south end, Piedmont to Hoxie. I have appointed him division correspondent. Bro. McKinstry, agent Blackwell, is assistant on the north end, and Bro. Parker on the Belmont Branch will look after that end. A little news each month will be gladly received, as that will help a great deal to keep each mem- ber posted on what is going on. Please get your news to me ’or Bro. Selvidge not later than the aoth of each month. Again thanking you for what you have done for me and also for what you can do to help me out and keep things moving, I* am, Yours fraternally, H. L. Strader, L. C. Missouri Division Notes — Bro. McKinstry, third Mineral Point, landed Blackwell agency; Bro. Parker, days Charleston, Bro. Johnson, Williamsville second, and Bro. Otey Knobel agency. Bro. Johnson spent a week’s vacation recently at his home in Illinois. Mr. Rockwell, a new man relieving at Hilliard, promising to come in soon, and T. B. Holloway, extra at Williamsville, has his application filled out. You boys close to Mr. Campbell, relief at Hendrickson, get after him. We want to be solid the last of the year. We hope to get better working conditions at Williamsville. There are twenty-two levers in the interlocking plant, and ex-Bro. Sutherland, on first there, has had three hours clerical work added to his trick without extra pay. When the plant was put in operation it was supposed to be straight eight-hour tricks. The boys there have a pretty hard time on account of having to go to the depot to help out with the work there. Bro. Carty is agent at Mill Spring, and Bro. Shell the owl. Bro. Baldridge, agent Leeper, is very busy, but still finds time to lend a hand to the O. R. T. Bro. Smarr, Piedmont first, off few days, was relieved by Frank McDonald. Piedmont looks good to us. We saw the cartoon in the St. Louis P.-D. recently. It was a peach. Ives and Ajax, recently cut in, will soon be opened as block stations. Bro. Reel, while off sick at Arcadia, was re- lieved by Bro. Shore, and he on second by Mr. Conway, a new man. Boys be sure and get your new cards early. Bro. Thompson, second Hogan, is doing stunts in high finance, namely, writing insurance on the side. It is now Bros. Finley, Drury, Engle, Kinder, Parker, Forrester, Bohnstedt and Bailey. We wel- come them and hope they will try and help us land the few nons left. Bro. Shell, who has been sight-seeing in St. Louis, got home for the Christmas turkey. Bro. Phillips attended court in Ironton. Bro. Chapman is on third Riverside. Boys send me all the changes and a few notes, let’s try and have a write-up each month, as I know you arc all interested in what is going on each month. Ceht. aio6. Memphis Dii ision — Brothers let us all make a resolution, beginning with the new year, to send in some notes to our correspondent every month, and take more interest in the division. I am sure wc will all appreciate it. The scab the chief discharged at Paragould has been landed in jail for failing to pay his board bill/ Several stations have been on bid for some time. Business is rather quiet. We still have a few nons and we must keep after them until we land them. Some new night offices were opened up last month. Brookland and Caldwell are now night offices. The company is having a hard time to secure enough telegraphers for the stations. Bro. Everd bid in Helena, and there is a new man at Earl. Boys, wc have good dispatchers to work with and we should give them the best service possible. It will soon be Bro. Flippin and Bro. Blake, at Taragould, whom wc will be glad to have with us. It is now Sister Kinney, on second Snow Lake, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 97 and we expect it will soon be Bro R. W. Pierce at Haynes nights. Don’t forget our motto: “No card, no favors.*’ When you are working close to a non, call his at- tention to the fact that he should have an up-to- date. Yours fraternally, B. E. Bowers, L. C. St. Louis & San Francisco R. R. The Red River and Southwestern Divisions at Sapulpa, met on short notice, Sunday, November 24th. and the brothers in Sapulpa relay office who made all the arrangements for the meeting certainly did a fine job, the Odd Fellows’ hall, the best in town, being engaged for the event. The meeting was arranged for 9 p. m., and as the boys showed up during the day, Sunday, they were royally entertained by the brothers in “X** office. At about 8:30 p. m., after the last train was in, that is, that was possible for the members to reach Sapulpa on, all gathered at the hall and the meeting began with Bro. Casey, local chairmrn of the S. W.f presiding, and L. H. Hale, of Granby, gave in his application. We were all very much disappointed to learn that Bro. C. G. Kelso could not be with us, owing to pressing business of the Order requiring his presence elsewhere. However, Bro. Fullington, general secretary and assistant general chairman, was with us and made an excellent talk on organ- ization, and told us what had been going on in that line durng the year. Bro. Schooler, Oklahoma City passenger station, took for his subject, “No cards, no favors.** All were deeply impressed and know what to expect if they come his way for favors without the cur- rent card. He made it very clear that fraternal courtesies should not be extended to the “has beens,** and that they should get nothing more than we would naturally extend to any man. Questions of interest to all concerned were then discussed, everyone taking a part. On motion of Bro. Beaty, of Okmulgee, seconded by Bro. Schooler, it was unanimously agreed to have regular meetings at Sapulpa, it being centrally located and train service being good for meetings to be set at 9 p. m., and it was decided to have on the third Sunday of each month, being a light :=s day and the third Sunday always falling so as not to catch us covered up with monthly re- ports. The meeting adjourned at 11:30 p. m. Those present were: From Red River, J. F. Dorrel and L. G. Michncr, Mounds; G. E. Beaty, Okmulgee; E. McCaleb, Wetumka; C. M. Ashley and J. I. Donahue, Kcifer. From Southwestern, G. R. Arnold, Verdigris; L. G. Denny, Redfork; C. F. Lewis, Catoosa; L. 11. Hale. Granby; Jo- seph White, Tulsa; H. W. Hale, Claremore; F. G. Casey, South Yards; L. A. Schooler, Oklahoma City; C. A. Pennabaker, Stroud; C. A. Childers, Chelsea; W. G. Mullens, Seneca. From Sapulpa relay: N. H. Burch, H. S. Fisher, Ira Hagler, R. T. Henderson, L. F. Booker and L. L. Donahugh, which with Bro. M. T. Fullington, general secretary and treasurer, made a total of twenty-four mem- bers. Unless you were present you can’t understand how much good is going to be derived from these meetings. It puts a feeling in a fellow that would not exist by staying at home. Now it’s been whis- pered for a long time that we nettled these meet- ings, and as the thing is started let’s put forth every effort to keep the good thing going. There was really a better turnout Sunday than antici- pated. It was not clear to all, the nature of the meeting, and they didn’t advertise it like it should have been. Now that everything regarding these meetings is clear there will be no excuse for eveiy member on the two divisions not knowing about it. It is hoped that each member will make it a per- sonal matter to see that at least one representative is sent from his office. If this is done each time there will be from fifty to one hundred present. At the last meeting all present were put wise to the few remaining nons and where they are lo- cated, and they will be run down in a very short time. Now wake up and talk meetings, bring in the every-day questions arising, and let us help you straighten them out. Also prepare some good talk for the occasion, as all will be given a chance to show their oratory. Yours fraternally, Cert. 651. Red River Division — All who attended the recent joint meeting at Sapulpa, of this and the Southwestern Division members, enjoyed it very much. I certainly ad- mire the get-up the boys on the Southwestern have, and the boys should wake up on the Red River. Let as many attend these meetings at Odd Fellows’ Hall, Sapulpa, every third Sunday, as possible, and all look forward to that date with anticipations of great pleasure. Bro. Looney, third Okmulgee, relieved Bro. Martin at Mill Creek, while the latter attended court. Bros. Beaty and Hamilton, at Okmulgee, arc doubled while Bro. Looney was at Mill Creek. Bro. Clary, first Madill, is off on account of his mother being very ill. We hope for her speedy recovery. Div. Cor. Southwestern Division — The regular monthly meeting at Sapulpa, De- cember 15, 1912, in Odd Fellows’ hall, was called to order at 9 p. m. by Bro. F. G. Casey. On the suggestion of Bro. H. S. Fisher, Bro. Casey appointed Bros. H. S. Fisher, L. L. Dur.a- liugh and Ira Hagler, as a committee to draw up resolutions of sympathy on account of the death of the wife of Bro. P. L. Young, and instructed them to send him a copy and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. The meeting adjourned at 11 p. m. Those pres- ent were: Joseph White, Tulsa; F. G. Casey, South Yards; C. M. Ashley, Kcifer; C. A. Chil- ders, Chelsea; J. P. Black, Chandler; W. F. Brint- linger, Henrietta; J. F. Ralls, Stroud; C. J. Quinn, Digitized by Google

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98 The Railroad Telegrapher, Taneha. hrom Sapulpa Relay office: H. S. Fisher, Ira Hagler, L. F. Booker, L. L. Dunahugh. The month came in on Sunday, and as the third Sunday fell on the 15th, a great many of the boys thought it was only the second Sunday, and to this is attributed the cause for the small attendance. At the next meeting, January 19th, we expect to have as many as fifty present. Bro. R. Harvey, second Pierce City, while off two weeks, was relieved by Bro. H. A. McCarrick. Bro. Tolleson, of third there, on a two months' visit to his parents in the South, is being relieved by Bro. Leadbetter. Bro. W. B. Mullens, Seneca, Mo., spent a few days in St Louis recently chaperoned by Ware- houseman S. D. Dunham. Bro. McCann, first Fairland, called home sev- eral weeks, owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. F. Pennington. Bro. J. White, from West End, is on first Tulsa. Bro. Pulley, received second there on bid and Bro. Hudson bid in third “NE.” Bro. E. L. Henry, struck by a train at Dawson some months ago, is back again on second there. We all congratulate him on his recovery. Bro. F. W. Carden, agent Wyandotte, Okla., while attending a company lawsuit in Texas, was relieved by Bro. W. G. Mullens. Bro. F. L. Misegades and Bro. R. H. James from “Big Four" are now on the “Frisco.” The new office calls put in effect December 10th didn’t affect the “Owl Trick” boys. They are al- ways on the job and answer at the first call. Bro. /. N. Babb, relieving the agent at Catoosa, is being relieved by Bro. Lewis, and he by Bro. Pennington. Bro. Moorehouse, second White Oak, Okla., spent Xmas with some folks, relieved by Bro. Red- ding. Bro. Denton, first Afton, while laying off was re- lieved by Bro. McCarrick. Bro. R. T. Henderson, bumped at “X” by Bierge, bid in an “S” office trick. Well boys, by the time you read this Xmas of 191a will be gone, and I expect several of us were disappointed by not getting off, but I am sure our loyal chief did his best in the way of getting re- lief. Relief men are scarce and some of the boys were disappointed in not getting off Christmas, but those who had to work have the consolation that they got pay for it. The chief had to dis- tribute what few men he could hire according to the date he received our applications for relief, giving us as square a deal as possible. We are starting the new year with our divi- sion almost solid. Don’t forget that our regular monthly meetings are held in Sapulpa, the third Sunday of each month. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, has removed from our midst the beloved wife of Bro. P. L. Young, therefore in manifesta- tion of our grief and fraternal sympathy of Divi- sion No. 32, be it Resolved , That the Division extend to the be- loved husband sincere sympathy in this hour of affliction, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved husband and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. Ira Hagler, H. S. Fisher, L. L. Dunahugh, Committee. Kansas Division — I hope the new year will bring forth renewed efforts on the part of each and every member on this division, in order that we may have a first- class membership. Bro. T. L. Holden, third Severy, who bid in Oronogo Jet., went as relief agent for two weeks, has resigned, going to the Rock Island at Paxico, Kan. Bro. B. E. Edwards, third Carl Jet., has re- signed and gone to the G. R. & I., at Grand Rapids, Mich. Oronogo Jet. closed for the winter. Bro. Atkinson, Webb City, bid in third Joplin. The completion of the new Frisco passenger sta- tion at Joplin will make three new telegraph posi- tions, one at the round house, one at the freight house and three yard jobs at the New Ruth yards. Bro. Casebeer, third Carthage, on a trip along the Pacific Coast, is being relieved by Bro. Hockey. Bro. A. L. Miliken, second Beaumont Jet., who went to the Wichita hospital for an operation for appendicitis, is improving rapidly. Bro. J. H. Dunaway, Galena nights, is now with the Missouri Pacific at Eureka. Am very thankful to Bros. J. *E. Smith, Holden and Milliken for notes this month; come again each one of you, and make the write-up better each time. We now have a charter for a Ladies’ Auxiliary on this system. Talk this over with your wife, mother, sister or daughter; get them interested, and let’s make a good showing. The movement is worthy of our support and will greatly benefit our Order. Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, Baltimore, Md., or Mrs. A. M. Curtis, Lock Box 66, Carl Jet., Mo., will be glad to furnish any information desired. Wishing you all a happy New Year, I am Fraternally, G. W. Curtis, A. L. C. Carl Jet., Mo. Central Division — Bro. Smith bid in Kosoma agency, Okla., re- lieved at second Talihina, by Mr. Bibbs. Mr. Ho- gan goes from Talihina to Antlers. Bro. Pearl from the M. & N. A., relieved Bro. Hinton, at Scligman, who went to the Frisco Texas lines. Bro. Caldwell, third Seligman, goes to Poteau, relieved by Bro. J. E. Lehn. Digitized by

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 99 Washburn dosed as a telegraph office and Sister Curtis displaced Bro. Daily at Lowell, now reliev- ing Bro. Noble, agent Avoca, Ark. Bro. Frost, second Rogers, was recently mar- ried. Congratulations. Mr. Henson, Fayette Jet., bid in third Van Buren, displacing Bro. Savory, who bid in Ft. Smith yard. Third Winslow, recently discontinued, again re-established by Bro. Tapp. Bro. Powell, who resigned at Exeter last sum- mer, to go to school at Oklahoma Gty, i3 now at Fayette Jet. Bro. Kelly, third Rogers, on vacation, visited his hqme at Aubrey, Tex. Our old friend Jimmy Johnston has left us. During his long service as dispatcher at Ft. Smith, he certainly treated us “white." Bro. Williams, third Exeter, on vacation visit- ing his parents and others at Arkadelphia, Ark., was relieved by Bro. Glover, who later bid in third Fayette Jet., relieving Bro. Powell, now at Exeter pending bid. Brothers please jot down the changes as they occur and mail them to me not later than the aoth. This will enable me to get up a write-up covering the entire division each month. J. C. Larson, Exeter, Mo. Eastern Division — Bro. Snyder is on first “NY” pending bulletin and Bro. Miller from the Soo line on second. Bro. Edgar from Rolla drew third but did not want it and Bro. Grover Carney was reinstated and took it. Bro. Finley, at Nichols, has gone with the D. & R. G., relieved by Bro. E. W. Good. The boys at Nichols and Monett are preparing to move into their new depots. Bro. Faust, third Aurora, has gone back to Ozark Division, relieved by Mr. Foster. If we will all get that new card we can soon have that $75.00 per that there was some talk about. Others have it All we need is to thor- oughly organize. “DA.’* Northern Division — Several new night offices have been opened re- cently. Bro. M. J. Barrall, third Ash Grove, Mo., bid in Bonita, Kan., and Bro. C. E. Parcell, second Ash Grove, Mo., bid in third Hammond, Kan. Bro. R. E. Hulett, a new member, bid in third Ash Grove. Bro. Whitener, from M. B. & B. T. Ry., bid in third Edwards, Kan. Bro. L. O. Saynes, in the signal department at Ash Grove, still carries a card, although he has not telegraphed any for three years. Bros. Parcell and Barrall, who recently made a trip to Kansas City and return, met several of the Northern Division boys going and coming. Div. Cor. Oeark Division — Bro. L. R. Horsman, Thayer, Mo., was off re- cently, owing to trouble with his eyes. Bro. R. C. McWilliams, first Willow Springs, had the misfortune of being caught in a fire which destroyed his residence. Bro. G. W. Beaver, relieved on bid at Williford agency by Bro. Weaver, bid in Nettleton agency. Bro. J. R. Taggard, agent Seymour, off recently wes relieved by Bro. Rogers. Bro. E. M. Faust is relieving extra agent Bro. F. S. Love at Birch Tree. Bro. W. H. Lohnes, bid in a trick at Jonesboro, relieved on bid as telegraph, Bono, by Bro. R. M. Salmon. Bro. N. J. Curtis was at Cedar Gap while Bros. Blansett and Abbott were on vacation. Bro. Holland from “NC” Memphis, goes to Ft Smith as manager and W. C. Div. Cor., Cert. in. Baltimore & Ohio R. R. Southwestern Division — The year 1912 has been a very prosperous one for the organization on the B. & O. System, and we on the Southwestern Division have very much to be pleased with at this time of the year. We have more members on the entire Southwestern Division than we have positions. There are a few nons on all three divisions, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois, but there are so few that we feel rather delighted to know that we have a few “tight-wads,” instead of all of them being on other lines. At that, we at the present time have a very effective organization, and while I was going over the Ohio Division in October, I was very much impressed with the change in the men from what it was a few years ago. Members were at that ‘time at a premium and today it is practically solid from one end to another, and the Illinois Division is practically one hundred per cent strong, and every one knows that the Indiana Division has 149 positions and 165 mem- bers; although we have a very, very “tight-wad” on East Norwood second, and one or two others scattered over the division. During the past few weeks among the important grievances adjusted are those relating to the meal hour overtime. Case of Bro. Erwins, at Tunnel- ton, was settled by Bro. Erwin, receiving pay for 1 01 hours, and the overtime cases on account of coming on duty before 6 o’clock a. m. on the Illinois Division was adjusted by those interested, receiving all back pay for the past year. The inter-track gate grievance at Blanchester, Ohio, is being handled speedily and should be settled be- fore long. Caseyville Tower, Illinois Division, has been placed in the agreement, and the men in this plant will receive an increase amounting to $25.50 per month. C. B. Rawlins. Cleveland Division — Elyria, Stillwater and Berea, have been discon- tinued as night offices. Digitized by CjOOQle

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100 The- Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Fopc, third Canal Dover, was off two day9 recently. Among those who were fortunate enough to get relieved for Christmas, were: Bro. O. Helder, second “BG” cabin; Bro. W. E. Kilbow, third Columbia, relieved by Bro. “Jim” Carney, and Bro. Landis, second Columbia. Copiers in dispatchers’ pffices, Cleveland, have been pulled off. Massillon yard, between “BG” cabin and Columbia, is being double-tracked and improved. Bro. S. M. Harper, first Beach City, has re- turned from an enjoyable trip through the West. Bro. D. V. Kelly, third there, was off a few days recently. Bro. Landis, second Columbia, while attending court at Canton was relieved by Bro. D. V. Kelly. Bro. “Jim ' Shanks, who was off a few days re- cently, is now on third Lorain, being relieved on first there by Bro. Wood, vice Bro. Baul, who takes second, Bro. Holcome going to “CS” Cleve- land. These changes made according to seniority. D. B. R. Lucas of Cleveland goes to second Uhrichsville. Bro. N. E. Reese, third Lake Jet., ha9 returned from his vacation. Thanks to Bro. Shanks for items this month. Wish someone on the Valley would send me notes of changes and items from that district. Brothers, all who possibly can, attend the monthly meetings, held the third Friday of each month. Div. Cor., Cert. 2144. Illinois Division — Last bulletin had but two vacancies, third Flora, salary $77.00, and third Vincennes, $67.00, vice Bro. Cavanaugh, deceased. Wheatland office is now solid. Bro. Madigan, first Vincennes, off for some time with nervous trouble, is doing quite well now with his new sendirfg machine. There is to be a new or remodeled $50,000 pas- senger station at Vincennes. Bro. Webster, agent Claremont, is on an ex- tended leave, relieved by Bro. Roy L. Jones. Mr. Perrin goes to the Terminal at St. Louis, Mr. Higgins bid in the vacancy on Furman’s third. Mr. Stubblefield, second Cone, relieved by Mr. Milligan, a few days account of death of brother. The C. B. & Q. is using B. & O. S. W. main track, between Shattuc and Cone, increasing busi- ness for the boys along that part of the line. Division Operator Page is watching the block records, train orders and clearance cards very close. All concerned should pay close attention to this part of the work. The Federal Hours of Service bill was passed for the benefit of the public as well as the men on duty and enough appreciation should be shown to stay awake. Every- body should “O. S.” trains promptly after de- parture. Future write-ups in The Telegrapher depends on each one sending in items. We should be in- terested enough to send in items instead of re- turning requests for them, with what the one returning same would think smart language bat which is quite the reverse. An organizer went over the division recently, lining up a number of the boys. Let the good work go on. Block rules as used on the Indiana Division are to be extended shortly to cover the line from Washington to Vincennes. We appreciate the thoughtfulness of all those who contributed items for this write-up, and will be pleased to have you as well as all others send them in prior to the 20th, so we may have them in time for the following month’s journal. H. L. L. New Castle Division — Thanks to Bro. McBride for the notes he sent in. If the brothers would keep track of the do- ings in their vicinity and send their notes to the local chairman by the 20th of each month we could have a write-up regularly. See that every desirable non is lined up, and if new meh have cards report them for transfer. The papers circulated for relief of Bro. McPeek and family met with a very generous reception. Several offices yet to remit, and we will probably collect more than the month’s allowance propor- tioned by the committee. No one knows when be will be in the same position as the two brothers we have assisted lately and we should all be will- ing to help relieve such cases. We might have celebrated Christmas with an increase such as the engineers enjoyed if it were not for the leeches who hang on their jobs, taking every cent and doing nothing to help get it or keep it. Is there one working with you? Bro. Green, first Ravenna, member of the safety committee, has been doing good work looking after the safety of employes. What’s the mat- ter with F. W. for local chairman? It will soon be time for an election. Bro. Purdy has had it six years and I understand he don't want it any longer. Bros. Artz and Purdy doubled, while Bro. Mar- shall, first “TF” tower, was off sick one day. Bro. Artz got the extra 20 cents on the call of 50 cents for the first hour, and regular overtime for the other three. Remember, the man who is called out is entitled to this call pay when you double, and the man who remains on duty and works through gets regular overtime pay. Bro. O’Connor, third at “XN” tower, was called home recently, owing to the sickness of. his mother. A new man is posting up at “BD” tower; all want off at the same time. There are six new men in the two new offices 00 the joint track at Rock Cut and “D” tower. Bro. Swope got first Rock Cut and Mr. Foley first ”D” tower, relieved by Mr. Mann at West Farmington; Bro. Elson, third “MR” tower, bid in first Niles Jet., and Mr. Brophey relieved Mr. Nichols on third there. N. C. Prinn, at Ohio Jet., several years ago is at “NC.” “The water is fine.” Bro. Van Vrankin, at Nova, is agent for Bro. Barrett, third Digitized by Google

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/ The Railroad Telegrapher. 101 Ohio Jet., who is doing a land-slide business in eggs. We understand night offices on the branch will close shortly. Bro. Haun, clerk and telegrapher at Pains- ville, was relieved by Bro. Rupert. Bro. Hill married and went to California, re- lieved by Bro. Gorham on third Nova on bid, with Petty, a new one on second, pending bulletin. We understand the O. R. T. officials don't suit “sweet Tommy** at Youngstown ticket office. Per- haps we better let him pick the next set and have him prescribe the brand of cigarettes they are to use. Business is good. We want more money and vacations, and we can get them if we think so. The local chairman has not had a grievance for over a year, which sounds good for our last agree- ment and our local officials. L^t’s have more news next time and be up and doing from now on. Sam. Pittsburg Division — Owing to the death of my father early in No- vember, some personal matters relating thereto and the voluminous O. R. T. work, it was impos- sible for me to have a write-up in the November Telegraph xa. Bros. Wetzell, Korn, J. V. Young and the writer' were the only members present at the meeting of November 15th, and it was decided that monthly meetings would be discontinued and held hereafter subject to the call of the local chairman. The quarterly letter .was also dispensed with. The local reserve fund will be continued, there being about $18 in cash and some property worth about $12 available. Your chairman and the usual group of regulars in the past four years have tried to stir up enthusiasm by starting the local reserve fund with which to hold socials, etc., and derive some revenue therefrom. The monthly letter was to advise every member briefly what was doing and urge them to attend meetings. The morning meet- ings were inaugurated and only a handful attended when there could have been thirty to thirty-five present at each session. At the Wheeling joint meeting on December 14th, of the thirty-five present five were from this division. I wish to thank them. There is a very urgent demand for a revision of our schedule. So far only five or six members hare spoken to me of this. To express your wish on this matter you should attend meetings. Bro. Currie, local chairman of the Connellsville Division, was recently over this division and did some very good work. Bro. Currie is an organizer, must be paid for his time, and you pay it. If every member had done his duty we could have had every non in line, saving this expense and kept the money in the treasury at Wilmington. Let’s all strive to keep our division solid. Bro. E. C Oliver, of West Newton, visited his mother recently, who is past ninety years of age. Bro. Graffious, third Vista, who lives at Mc- Keesport, prepared a meal for three while Bro. Currie and the writer were on the road, which was “some feast.’* Bro. J. B. Morgan, second Ellrod, while confined to his bed at Coulters, was visited by Bros. Currie, Graffious and the writer. It is now Bro. F. P. Shiery at “MK” tower, McKeesport; Bro. T. P. Kain at Bertha, who re- sides at West Alexander; Bro. McCoy at Gorsuch tower; Bro. Click at Ribolds, and J. M. Fleischer at Butler. Bro. C. A. Capehart, first Bessemer, on a six months’ furlough, is now at Riverside, Cal., for the benefit of his health, Bro. C. H. McElhinney re- lieving. We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. Eiseman, Wheeling Jet. third, confined to his bed for two weeks, was relieved by Bro. J. V. Young. T| Bro. Ryan has returned to second Marion Jet. Bro. C. Risherbarger, Schenley second, and Bro. Gleisinger are on the waiting list for relief. The former will make a trip to California. Bro. F. J. O’Donnell, of Schenley first, accom panied by his wife, recently visited relatives in New York State. Bro. Shafer, who has been a ten-hour telegraph agent at Wylandville, is now on first there, with Sister Calloway on second and Miss Pauline Dun- van on third. There are also three tricks at Taylorstown now instead of only an agent and an operator — Bro. Hancock, first; Mr. Gatewood, second, vice Bro. Orems, resigned, and Bro. R. E. Wood, from Gilkeson, third. Bro. R. W. Botsford, of Callery, bid in third Washington. The boys have a new and larger telegraph office there in the same location, ele- vated from the station platform. Sister Askey, relieving recently at Harmony Jet., Wylandville and Elm Grove, it now at Bry- ant. Elfinwild block office also reopened and moved east 1800 feet, with Local Chairman Miller on first. D. W. Strickenberg, exclusive agent Elm Grove, away over six months, relieved by D. S. Gibson, has resigned. Mr. Gibson was given the agency and the telegrapher-clerk position advertised, vice W. L. Shoup, "'ho bid in second Callery. This matter has been taken up. Mrs. J. R. Davis, wife of Bro. Davis, second Callery, visited relatives near Washington, D. C., recently. Bro. Davis was unable to obtain relief. The new depot recently put in operation at Ellwood City is a beauty. The grade crossings have been abolished there and subways used in their stead. All the regular agents on the Northern Division, excepting the extras, Clarion Jet. and Kane, are members. Mr. Sanford, agent Sheffield Jet., has resigned, Bro. Postarero relieving. Bro. O. J. Davis is on an extended trip to the eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia, and At- lanta, Ga. xvemember our motto: “No card, no favors.** It will soon be time for nominations for local chairmen and delegates and alternates. Select local chairmen who arc not afraid to take up your grievances, put time gratis into the work, see that Digitized by Google

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102 The Railroad Telegrapher. the agreement is lived up to by all; one who can take care of his territory at the convention of all local chairmen while in session, preparing a pro- posed agreement, etc., and in every way do justice to the office and the membership. Then be sure to attend all the meetings and see that others attend. There is where you can tell if he is a good man or not. In electing your delegate to the Grand Division meeting in Baltimore in May, elect one who can take care of himself and use his vote at the right time and right place among these four hundred delegates, who will have abso- lute power to change any portion of the laws of the organization. 1 wish you all a very prosperous New Year. J. E. Yeager, Jr., L. C. Eastern Dist. Wheeling Division — Day and night joint meetings were held at Wheeling December 14th, both the Wheeling and Pittsburg Divisions being well represented, with Bro. Allender, local chairman, presiding. General Chairman E. N. Van Atta and Bro. Carr, of Pitts- burg Division, made very interesting speeches and many topics of vital importance were discussed. Bros. Albright and Sigler also spoke on some im- portant questions. Brothers and sisters, we ur- gently request you to attend these meetings and help us to accomplish things for our own and your benefit. Bro. H. A. Shorter, of Bentons Ferry third, took a few weeks’ vacation and spent the holidays with his relations at Hunnington. Bro. A. G. Youst, first Glovers Gap, was off several days attending to duties concerning the safety committee, relieved by E. Voight. Bro. J. A. Moran, third Tunnel Siding, took a few weeks' vacation and spent the holidays with relatives in the southern part of the State, relieved by W. W. McFarland. Bro. D. S. Jones, third Mannington, is laying off, owing to sickness, relieved by R. L. Sturm. Bro. D. F. Wilson, second there, was relieved bv L. E. Wilson, No. 2, while sick several days. Bro. G. J. Hervey, of Jacksonburg, on fifteen days' # vacation, was relieved by J. Knowlten, and Bro. C. W. Hammond, of Pine Grove, by Miss M. L. Johnson. Bro. C. W. Secrest, first Hannibal, on vacation, was relieved by C. Satterfield, and Mrs. Marie Turner, first Chestnut Hill, while spending the holidays with relatives, by J. H. Beard. Div. Cor., Cert. 754* Chicago & Eastern Illinois R. R. Illinois Division — Good 1913 resolutions: Pay division dues and M. B. D. assessments promptly, thereby being in good standing at all times. Talk O. R. T. and its benefits to the nons until they will be ashamed to work without a card. "No card, no favors." Make a note of all newsy items and send to division correspondent on or before the 20th of each month. Give your work the best possible attention, espe- cially to the dispatchers; a prompt answer may save hours of delay to trains. The dispatcher is our friend if treated right; if given poor service what can you expect? Bro. F. D. Stephenson, third Mode, while off getting married, was relieved by Mr. Price. Con- gratulations to Bro. and Mrs. Stephenson, also Bro. and Mrs. Sneed, at Kell. Bro. W. H. Walker, agent West Ridge, bid in Bonnie agency. Bro. Maloney, third "VE" tower, bid in first Okaw; G. T. Beaver, second, and Bro. A. C. Fer- guson third. Mr. Peterson, second Moccasin, bid in second St. James, relieved by E. E. Sneed, who also re- lieved Bro. R. A. Graves at Mode a few days, owing to sickness. Bro. H. R. Fogler, first "SX" tower, is trying out a position in the St. Elmo bank, relieved by Bro. C. A. Austin from second, and he by ex-Bro. L. K. Davis, Division 53. L. A. Kelly, second Kell, on three weeks’ vaca- tion, was relieved by V. J. Munie. E. A. Green, agent Ina, while visiting relatives at Kell, was relieved by Bro. F. F. Kelley, just returned from his vacation. Bro. G. W. Green, agent Bonnie, bid in second Salem yard, vice G. T. Beaver, who bid in second Okaw, relieved by Bro. C. C. Kniffen. J. D. Wooley, B. & O. Salem, cashier C. & E. I. station nights, relieved by W. I. Pflaum. Not a scratch from any brother south of Kell this month. Send in the items each month and help me out. Also kindly notify me of any appli- cations you may send in. "JN" at "NY." Evansville Division — Our local chairman was so successful recently lining up the nons, that our division is now about solid. The members must now see that the two or three nons left are lined up by us at once. We all know how to do it if we will get busy. Local Chairman Bro. Skiles spent his time and money going over the line, and by the request of the members I herewith extend him our sincere thanks for his brilliant work. Owing to ill health Bro. W. H. Ray at Coal City has been obliged to resign and go to another climate for his health. This is a sad loss to tts, and we all hope he will soon recover. Dispatcher A. R. Dakin, first Vincennes District, has returned after two weeks' absence, 'owing to the death of his daughter. We all extend him our sympathy. Mr. Nichols, third Akin, has resigned. Bro. Me Neely, first Akin, is on vacation, relieved by extra Thomas. Bro. Georrget, off for a few days, was relieved by Mr. White, from the L. & N. Mr. Wheater, agent Decker, has taken his old job as cashier at Sullivan, relieved by Bro. Biddle, pending bulletin. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 103 Bro. McCoy bid in second Vincennes freight station. Bro. Ledge rwood has returned from his vacation to third Vincennes freight station. Bro. Roberts is back on second Seifert after several months’ absence, owing to ill health. Boys, come on with your news and let’s get acquainted; mail it to D. A. Joslin, Cory, Ind., and then watch the journal. D. A. J. Chicago Division, Danville District — Bro. Coffman, second “BX” tower, has resigned and gone into the grocery business at Rossville, re- lieved by Bro. W. E. Jones. Bro. Kaneen, agent Bismarck, and his wife, at- tended Ben Hur at Chicago, November 24th; also Bro. Young, operator clerk Watseka Depot, and wife, and Baggageman Wood and wife. Bro. Hampton, second Coaler, landed first “MS’* tower, relieved by Mr. Wade, later relieved by Mr. Montgomery, second Watseka. Bro. Prough having to work a 12-hour shift. Mr. Woods and Bro. Shotts at Coaler doubled until Mr. Laws, from the I. C., took second there. Bro. J. G. Acklemire, second Brazil shops, bid in second “MS” tower, “C” being closed and a set of dispatchers put on there. Bro. H. D. Hodges, second “MS” tower, went to second Bryce, vice Bro. W. H. Palmer, who landed third “MS” tower, relieving Bro. J. J. Harding, later relieved by Bro. B. H. Ray. Bro. Allen, third Missouri Jet., while off, owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. E. J. Devore. Bro. Burton, “our poet,” third Wood Jet., off for the holidays, was relieved by Bro. Devore, from the I. C. Cert. 47- Pere Marquette R. R. To all Members Division No. Jp — Best wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year. Signed on behalf of general committee, W. A. Kmister, General Chairman. The year just closed has been one of the most important and successful the committee has known. The financial condition is better, our Order stronger, the brotherly feeling more binding, and your committee has been able to accomplish con- siderable with all these things to back it up. All the innumerable grievances have been handled, and but two, one a discharge for insubordination, and another for carelessness, were decided in our favor. Your committee has also been able to accom- plish more owing to being in touch with the gen- eral committees of other roads running into Chi- cago, and learning how these other roads are handling their grievances. We lost one of our good committeemen in Bro. Keeler, but Bro. Bowerman, appointed in his place, will, ho doubt, make just as good a man. There is not a local chairman on the committee that should not be re-elected, and also be elected delegates to the convention, as that is where they get the experience. Bros. R. M. Burr, W. R. Adair, A. A. Patter- son, E. E. Dennis, wish to announce their can- didacy as for re-election delegates to the conven- tion, and promise the same faithful service they have given in the past. The annual statement will be mailed the mem- bers shortly. Also the ballots for election of the committee and delegates to the convention. W. R. Adair, G. S. & T. Petoskey Division — Much enthusiasm is being shown on this division over the prospects of a new schedule, and the brothers are doing all in their power to land the few remaining nons, and in a month or two we will be solid on this end. Relief Agent R. R. Parrott is now a brother. Also G. M. Cammon, a new man at Dublin agency. This is the kind of material we are looking for. Bro. Hutchison, first Kaleva, injured his side some time ago, and went for awhile on a trip to the Ann Arbor Hospital, but they were unable to locate the trouble. We hope he will soon be back with us again. Bro. R. H. Andrews, third Kaleva, bid in Wellston, vice Bro. Guileman, who bid in Grawn, and M. R. Drescher, who bid in Petoskey third, is on first there, while E. E. Cross is relieving Agent Martin for a month. W. Birum is a new man from ‘the G. R. & I. is on third Kaleva and Mr. Hogg from the A. A. is on second there, while Bro. Everhardt is re- lieving Bro. Hutchinson on first. C. E. Richardson, another new man, relieved Bro. McGovern at Kalkaska. Bro. Harrison is relieving Bro. Mostellers, agent Bitely, on account of sickness. L. Ore, a new man, is also at Bitely. Bro. E. S. Burke, agent Sparta, and his wife, who acted as clerk, have resigned to accept good positions with The Holmes Mfg. Co. there. We regret to lose Bro. Burke and wish him success. Bro. Barry, of Bellaire, recently spent Sunday with relatives at Sparta. Ray Buschert, extra, and C. E. Baldwin, agent Bendon, will soon be with us. Bro. Hastings, Central Lake, is contemplating a course in M. A. C. as a florist. We wish him success. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God has seen fit, in His divine wisdom, to call from this earth to a brighter land, the wife of our beloved Bro. S. H. Nelson; and Whereas, He has been called upon to bear this grief and to walk with her no more in this life; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of the Chicago and Muskegon local, Pere Marquette Division No. 39, extend to him and his family their deepest sym- pathy and expressions of condolence in their great- est earthly loss; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolution* be sent to the bereaved brother and family of the Digitized by Google

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104 The Railroad Telegrapher. deceased, a copy spread on the minutes of our meetings, and a copy also sent to The Telegrapher for publication. A A Gaboury, F. L. Otto, T. J. Story, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Shelby, Mich, Dec. 30, 1912. Please accept our sincere thanks for the beau- tiful floral offering and sympathy accorded by the members of Division No. 39. It is a pleasant remembrance to know that our wife and mother was so highly esteemed by the members of the O. R. T. S. H. Nelson and Family. Chesapeake & Ohio Ry. Cincinnati District — The boys on this district have taken the agen- cies placed in schedule at last conference as fol- lows: B. H. Stewart, Limeville; J. L. Rice, Con- cord; J. D. Webb, Quincy; N. G. Hemphill, Spring- dale; A. Wilson, Foster; A. S. Black. Ross; J. W. Jacobs, Brent, and R. Dickerson, Carrs. Augusta tower three tricks was abolished, and one new job opened in Augusta depot, assigned to J. P. Kellar. There is only one office open at Silver Grove, and that at the east end, the west end being manned by switchmen, who work twelve hours, same condition prevailing at K. C. Junction. We do not do the work of trainmen and we must stop them doing our work by showing the com- pany that this is not conducive to good service in the telegraph department. The committee is after this, and will certainly have the support of the entire craft. J. S. Fowler, of Fourth Street tower, Cincinnati, and S. M. Humphries, of Maysville, are on fifteen days’ vacation, relieved by an L. & N. man, and Andrew Jackson Boyd, respectively; W. T. Bierely relieving Boyd. A. L. Barker, who has resumed at “WG” Cabin, is between two fire9, which the water of O. R. T. benefits have not yet been able to quench. G. B. Warren, while visiting his daughter at Foster, was relieved by J. G. Darnell. J. R. Coleman, Riverton, off on sick leave, was relieved by W. S. Sturgell. D. Slater, Riverton, off owing to sickness, relieved by C. C. Withrow. J. W. Alton, Vanceburg, has had much sickness ;n his family during the summer and lost one of his little ones. We extend our heartfelt sym- pathy to this good brother and his family. H. L. Willis has returned from his fifteen days’ hunt in the wilds of Lewis county. He and G. B. Rinehart, killed one rabbit in two days. This could not be called murder as the hare made a stand. W. E. Allen, of Greenup, was operated upon at Huntington Hospital, December 13th, for appen- dicitis. We are glad to learn that Bro. Allen is recovering as his condition was very serious. He was relieved by an L. & N. man. You will note wo do not use the prefix Bro. any more, as we do not use the name of any non- member living. After their demise, this depends on their past record. The flowers in the window at “DNM Cabin help to brighten the lonely hours at that point. Brothers attend the Queen City Telegraphers Club meetings, they are instructive and you should get acquainted with the good brothers from other lines. Meet us at the Grand Hotel Compliments of the season. Icky Icky From Mars. Clifton Forge Division, James River District — There were not very many of us whose homes were at a distance that got a chance to eat Christ; mas dinner with our parents, owing to heavy bus- iness, and all the extra men being busy. Bro. A. L. Harding recently made a flying visit over on our district. Bro. Harding, third Basic City, is attending the Fishburn Military Academy at Waynesboro days. This being his third year there. Rev. Dr. John Russel Rodgers was called home very suddenly recently, owing to the illness of his sister. On account of the shortage of men your scribe and Bro. J. T. Jordan doubled two days, until Bro. C. E. Davis came to our rescue, who later relieved Bro. Ayers, on the sick list a few days. Snowden has been made a two trick office. Bro. Kent taking second pending bulletin. Cupid is said to be pointing an arrow at Bro. F. S. Grow. We had a very interesting meeting recently in Lynchburg. Bro. L. E. Hicks presiding, assisted by Bro. H. D. Scott, L. C., from tbit district* and Bro. H. S. Shuey, L. C., from the Mountain district. A good many things were said and done that would have interested you brothers who stayed at home, when you could have been there just as well as not Every meeting seems to bring one more of our Rivanna brothers out, and one less of our River brothers. Why is that? Are you satisfied with life? Have you lost all inter- est in the good old O. R. T. that has put you where you are today? We should strive to hold on to what we have until we can get more. Since the new schedule went into effect train No. 3$ leaves Lynchburg at 5:30 a. ra. Now, that will put a good many of you first trick men back in plenty of time to go to work at seven. Reports from each division were read and the James River was not the best by any means. Too many delin- quents and nons here yet. Good friends whom we would like to call brothers pay up and be men. I haven’t been a member ever since I have been a telegrapher, but I have never been on the de- linquent list since I became a member and as long as I am in the service and enough of as get together to hold a charter, I’ll be one among the number. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 105 Bro. W. H. Milloway has returned from an ex- tended trip West. Bro. T. L, Milloway relieved Bro. L. L. Strick- land* at Balcony Fall, owing to sickness. Bro. O’Conner is also on the sick list. Brothers come out to our next meeting in Lynch- burg and tell us your idea of things. We need vonr support. Cert. 579* IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, to call to her reward the beloved mother of our brother, Frank M. Sydnor; in token of our respect for our brother and his family, be it Resolved, By the members of Chesapeake' and Ohio System, Division No. 40, Order of Railway Telegraphers, that we extend our sincere sympa- thy in their recent sorrow and bereavement. Knowing there is little we can say or do to com- fort the sad hearA of our brother’s family, yet we, as a body, bound together for mutual benefit, wish our brother to know that he is not forgotten in this sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of our lodge, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. S. I. Flkshman, E. A. West, G. O. English, Committee. Erie R. R. Susquehanna Division — Two big open meetings held at Elmira, N. Y., December 3d, jointly with the P. R. R., E. R. R.t D. L. & W. and L. V. were a success In every way. Bro. C. R. Elliott, local chairman of the P. R. R., was in the chair, and Organizer Wen- rich and General Chairman Husted, of the Erie, both gave very interesting talks on the general conditions throughout the country; Bro. Elliott also told us of the conditions on the P. R. R-. which we are glad to know are improving. Our P. R. R. brothers deserve a good deal of credit for the noble struggle they are making against such tremendous odds. Bro. Husted made a special effort and traveled a long distance in order to be with us for this occasion, for which we heartily thank him. We were glad to see the good bunch of the L. V. brothers present who are making a strong effort to get matters in shape for a schedule in the near future. Let us give them all the assist- ance we possibly can. A Telegraphers' Club was organized at the meetings, to be known as the Che- mung Telegraphers' Club, located in Elmira, com- posed of up-to-date members of the O. R. T. of the roads in and around that city. We started it off with a goodly number of charter members. It will only cost $x.oo a year to join and all O. R. T. men on all the roads around Elmira should belong. The object is to instill and maintain a better social and fraternal intercourse among the members of the different roads. It is proving a great success in other parts of the country and we will make it a success here, too. Every member who attended joined. Bros. Phillips of the P. R. R., Lacey of the L. V. and Hesser of the Erie, were appointed as a committee to draw up the constitution and by-laws, etc. A meeting of this club will be held some time in January to elect officers *or the term and arrange for a club- room. We had some “nons” at these two meet- ings and we sincerely trust that the good talks given by our worthy brothers will have some good effect on them. We are planning for an open joint meeting at Waverly, with the L. V. soon, and the L. V. boys promise to turn out a good bunch. Let us do likewise. Come out and meet the Lehigh brothers and nons. They are a good lot of fellows and want to get acquainted wittf their neighbors. Bro. D. Thompson, of Waverly, off a few days, was, relieved by Bro. Shular, also Bro. Wilson, of Endicott, seeing the sights of New York. Chief Dispatcher Smith, off a few days recently, owing to the illness of his father at Owego. We are glad to learn that he is improving and wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. Smith was relieved by Mr. Fahey. The stations at Chemung and Wellsburg were entered by burglars recently. Failing to find any- thing suitable to their taste they decorated Bro. Johnson’s tickets at Chemung with ink and mucil- age and smoked up his good cigars. Bro. Lawrence, formerly at “BD” and “MJ” towers, now Oneonta on the D. & H. and local chairman of the Susquehanna Division on that road. Good luck to you, Ed. Martin Hayes is supervising the foundations for the automatic signals to be installed on the Dele- ware division, now being made at Barton gravel pit. Phones are being installed on this division. The work has progressed as far west as Binghamton. Pretty soon we will be telling our troubles to the dispatcher over the phones. Here’s wishing you all a happy New Year. Div. Cor. Mahoning Division — F. H. Andrews, second trick dispatcher, while working on new time card, was relieved by Smith (copier), and he by Hogan. Fenstermaker has purchased a home in Warren. Ray Lewis, who relieved him on “SB” first, re- turned to first “YO” Mitchell to second and Grimm to third, Licht, second “SB,” who relieved Meyer on third there, while latter attended Billy Sun- day’s meeting at McKeesport, was relieved by Ba- con, first “JU,” returning to third “BR.” Shortage of men caused “GD” to be closed as a W. U. office, and messages are handled on tel- ephone from Niles. General Chairman Husted and Local Chairman Lowrie have arranged to go over the division, and call on the nons. Digitized by v^ooQle

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106 The Railroad Telegrapher. Case made a flying trip to “DY” recently. Our committee has secured a date to revise the wage scale. Come to the meetings and you will know more than by writing to know what is doing. John King visited Youngstown a few days. Agents Taft, Braceville and Williams Windham spent Sunday recently in Meadville. Bailey is spending the winter in Florida. Cassady spent a few days at Youngstown during the holidays. Barrett is quite a frequent visitor at “XD.” Kirby recently spent a week with his parents at Akron. Shriver has gone with the L. S. & M. S., which pays telegraphers more money for a like service performed. Slats. Canadian4 Northern R. R. Western Division , Goose Lake Line — At the recent meeting in Saskatoon, yours truly was appointed correspondent for this subdivision, so if I receive monthly notes from the boys, will do my best to have a write-up every month. Our new schedule went into effect November ist, giving us practically the same monthly amount as our next-door brothers. We extend our con- gratulations to the general committee on its ex- cellent work in securing us the twelve per cent increase, shorter hours, and the many other amend- ments to the old aphedule. All the above, however, cost money, which is covered by a special assess- ment, the amount of the first month’s increase. So come across, boys, with the necessary. The new town of Hanna, west of Alsask, to be opened up shortly will take quite a bit of work from Bro. Hammond, of Alsask. Bro. Jack Strong is now at Marengo, and Har- well, close by, was recently opened by Bro. Bates, formerly at Rosthern days. Bro. Howard, who was in bed a few days, is on his feet again. Bro. Cathey is “owling” there, and W. A. Gandy on days. Fiske often celebrates with a dance. Bro. Foss, the agent there, is big, easy going, good natured and single. You ian’t blame the girls. Mr. Foley opened the station at McGee. A freight shed has been erected at Rosetown, and the staff there can now turn around with comfort. Bro. Johnston has also built and furnish- ed a private office. ’^System” is the motto there. Bro. Whitmore reigns supreme at MacRorie, and Bro. Underbakke is stationed at Ardath. Send me what news you can, boys. “BO” at “D.” Cebt. 48 1- South End News — All the brothers were very busy during the Christmas season. Bro. Felt, Findlater, off a few weeks shooting, was relieved by Bro. Ketchum from the C. P. R., who is transferring to this division. Telegrapher Jones goes to “F” Regina, relieved at Craik nights by Gray Strong from “SU.” With the spirit the boys are going after the nons they will toon be lined up. I desire to congratulate the committee on the good work done in connection with the last sched- ule, which places us on an equal footing with the “best of them.” Brothers, do not allow the business of the Order to stand even with the present increase, and do not forget your duty to the company. We need not be ashamed to ask our committee to meet the company for an improved schedule if we have all done our part. There is no company in the world that treats its employes better than the Canadian Northern does, and the “boys” who, like your correspondent, have worked on other roads, will bear me out in this statement. Let us all “put our shoulders to the wheel” and “roll the old chariot along.” Send all the news you can to Bro. J. D. Healey at Bethune. One brother can not dig up all the news, and at this time of year it is hard digging. Brothers on the Prince Albert division send your news to Bro. Jones at Prince Albert, who is correspondent for Division 43, assisted by three other worthy brothers. A happy New Year to all. W. S. J., Cert. 212. Central of Georgia Ry. Macon Division — The meeting called for December 8th, at Macon, was held in the O. R. C. Hall, and was thoroughly enjoyed by the faithful members who attended. It was called to order at 11:45 a. m., and ad- journed at 3:15 p. m., in order to allow some of the boys to catch trains for home. The meeting was a lively one from beginning to time of ad- journment, and all present are looking forward to the next one in Macon, which will probably be held the first Sunday in February, 1913, when we want to have a system meeting of every divi- sion of the Central. Notices will be sent out to each member. Don’t forget the date and when you get the notice, write for your pass and let’s have at least two men from each station, where it is possible to do so without getting on the law. If you are interested in the upbuilding of the Order and want to meet and mingle with the brothers with whom you work daily, then don’t fail to at- tend the meeting, where everybody gets acquaint- ed and has a splendid time. It is earnestly hoped that each member will re- mit for his dues as early as possible and have an up to date for the first period of 1913, by January ist; also have your insurance paid up, so the home folks will always be protected. Let us make 1913 the banner year for the telegraphers and agents of the Big Central. There is only one non in sight to begin the New Year with, as all the rest have promised faithfully to line up on January payday. Bro. Cheney at Whitehall and Bro. O. M. Wil- liamson, third Bolingbroke, were recently married, J5ro. Grube relieving Bro. Williamson while he is on his honeymoon. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 107 Bro. Batson, third Jonesboro, is on the sick list, Mr. Thompson relieving. Hapeville second is now on bid. Don’t forget the meeting in February, and get your new card so you will be able to attend. Div. Cor. Savannah Division — Our division handled its full share of the Christmas traffic, and every one was rushed to the limit, especially in the passenger business. Millen second and third, and Wadley first are on bulletin. Bro. T. M. Franklin has left without apprising us of his destination. Bro. J. H. Sweat has also left us. The refusal of our chief to bulletin vacancies in “CD” or “GO” offices will be taken up with the proper officials, as the schedule says such positions shall be bulletined same as other vacan- cies. Look out for your wires, brothers, and never be absent from office without notifying the dis- patcher. Let’s start the New Year right, give the very best service we can, thus showing our ap- preciation for what we are getting. After grievances have been sent me in regular way, don’t close the matter with the chief, as this is entirely out of order, giving me no chance to close my files on your grievance, or know how the matter stands. First submit your claim to your chief or superintendent, if not settled be- tween you, submit the entire file to me, and refer all information to me in the case. If members will respect their schedule, it will be much easier to handle grievances. Return your votes for delegates to Bro. Travis as soon as you get them. Last time a number were laid aside and not forwarded until after the elec- tion had closed. Promptness in returning the ballots is important, in order that they may be handled in a business way. I hope all the boys on the Savannah division will give me a fair chance to represent them. I understand I will have no opposition this time. Wishing all a happy New Year. Fraternally yours, D. M. Rogers, Local Chairman. Southwestern Division — Let all of us remit for a new card before the expiration of the old one. It is just as easy to do it this month as next. By this time we should be able to see the fruits of failing to do this. Two deaths recently, right next door to us of members of Division 46, both behind with their dues, one only a few days, but enough to pre- vent their families getting the benefit of their insurance. Any member who secures five new members before December 31st will be given a solid gold emblem ring. Hope to see several worn by “SW” men. Bro. Love is back again. Bro. Sessions, of Terra Cotta, made a flying trip home recently. Bro. and Sister Pittman were off a few days recently, owing to the death of their little child. Division 46 extends sympathy. The block office at Merle closed recently, yours truly joining the “Big Four” at Smithville. Bro. Clarke spent several days in Thomasville recently, relieved by Bro. McRae, and Bro. Hud- gens made a trip to Leesburg recently. Bros. Lamar, of Powersville, and Reagan, of Americus, on sick list, Sister Lamar relieving the former and Bros. Hartzog and Cavender doubling. Sister Casey, of Webb, on sick list, is being relieved by Miss Fannie Radney. Bill clerk and ticket position Dothan now on bulletin. Hope some brother lands there. Bro, F. K. Sessions, *from Dothan, bid in Lees- burg agency. The non at Columbia never fails to put in his overtime claims, but can not raise the price of an up-to-date card. Some of you south end men put him right. Some of the boys are not claiming the overtime they are entitled to. Our committee had a hard time securing this for us, and we should claim every hour that we make. The company is not going to pay us anything we are not entitled to, so don’t be afraid to claim what you have coming to you. Cert. 411. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. Utah Lines — On November 15th I was elected local chair- man to fill unexpired term of Bro. F. M. Jones, resigned. Every non has been mailed a letter asking him to join us and up-to-date members have been asked to get after the nons and from the way requests to transfer to Division 49, and for application blanks are coming in, the boys are getting busy. Keep up the good work, boys, and there will be very few on that non list I am going to mail you after all the good ones arc in. Nons who have received raises, some of them $7.50 a month, ($90.00 a year) have no excuse for not joining. I wish to thank Bro. Delagoa, of Ameiican Fork, for the interest he has taken in rounding them up, and transferring members hold- ing cards in other divisions. Bro. Watson has resigned Colton agency, on ac- count of taking off helpers. Bro. Stanley reliev- ing him. First and second trick dispatchers at Welby have been put back again. They were off about a month account of miners strike at Bingham. First and second Cuprum also opened again. Bro. Sand- meir on second. Bro. Strong relieving H. Harmon, agent Heber, was relieved at Murray by W. D. Storrs. Bro. Vertrces, Springville, resigned to accept an agency for the Nevada Northern, relieved by J. D. Freeman. Bro. J. T. Woods bid in Mapleton, relieved at Midvale by Bro. Milton from Mill Fork. Bro. C. J. Digitized by Google

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108 The Railroad Telegrapher. Graff, cashier Midvale, on vacation to his home at Rantoul, 111., and the South. Spanish Fork, Colton and Park City agencies on bulletin, also second and third Mill Fork. Now consider yourself a committee of one to round up the nons, and send me the name and ad- dress of any member holding card in another divi- sion, and I will take whirl at him also. A little charity in the right place, goes a long ways, but when that operator says, “left my card at home in my suit case, or lost it,’* politely say “no card, no favors.” W. E. Hopkins, Local Chairman, Cert. 73. Utah Lines Notes — Two men have been taken off at Castle Gate, Utah, also the men on Fruita and Thompson third. There should be a general awakening on the Salt Lake division, especially. Give the new Local Chairman Bro. Hopkins, all the help you can in keeping up the membership. Furnish him the names of all the nons, keep a set of applica- tion blanks always on hand, help him line them up, and send him your notes by the 20th of every month. Bro. Hewlett, from the “SP” is on second Amer- ican Fork, and Bro. Brown is with the W. U. second. Bro. Dolagoa is now on third American Fork, vice “Mr.” Stanton. Glener Storrs, relief agent at Goshen agency, on the Tintic branch. Bro. Scott, from Division 54, is on third Mill Fork, vice Bro. Tubbs, gone to the O. S. L. The telegraphers from Rio have been moved to end of new double track at Narrows. Bro. After is now on first Nyum. CerL 202. Southern Pacific R. R. Oakville, Cal., January 1, 1913* To All Members Southern Pacific System, Division No. 53 — Brothers and Sisters: We extend to each of you, for ourselves and in behalf of the other offi- cers of Division No. 53, our best wishes upon the beginning of the new year. Nominations are in order, and will close January 31st, for local chairman, delegates and alternates to the Grand Division. Nominate a local chairman for each superintend- ent’s division, and one delegate and one alternate for each district, as follows: Lines in Oregon District, Salt Lake District, Shasta and Sacra- mento District, Stockton and Western District, Coast District, San Joaquin District, Los Angeles District, Tucson District, El Paso and Houston District, Victoria and T. & N. O. District, and Louisiana District. We would urge you to elect your local chair- men as your delegates, as they are competent to represent you, and you can save Division No. 53 approximately $1500 by doing so, because your general committee will convene in Baltimore, Md., at the Grand Division session to elect your gen- eral chairman and general secretary and treasurer. Your general committee will convene on Janu- ary 6, 1913, in San Francisco, to take up revision. They will draft the proposed revised agreement, present it to the officers and adjourn to convene again as soon as a date is named by the company officers to take up and discuss same. It usually takes about thirty days for the company offi- cers to consider a revised contract proposition, and of course there is no use for your committee to remain in session on an expense to the division. Some of you have not paid your dues for the term ending December 31, 1912. We earnestly urge that you liquidate immediately upon receipt of this to avoid your name being dropped from the membership rolls. You owe this duty to your- self and to the Order. It depends upon the actions of each and every telegrapher as to the results of the efforts of your committee in revising tne Pacific System contract. You should not only pay your dues and support your committee, but you should endeavor to secure the application of a non-member, if you have one working in tne office with you. If you are interviewed by any company officer and are asked what you think of the efforts of the committee in regards to what they are asking for in the proposed revised contract, you should advise them you have authorized the committee to repre- sent you, and that you have no comment to make. I suggest this because your committee is going to be reasonable and are entitled to your support. The Interstate Commerce Commission has ruled that nine hours constitutes a day’s work at all telegraph offices operated to exceed thirteen hours in each twenty four-hour period. If any of you are being required to work to exceed nine hours at such offices, please take the matter up with your superintendent, and if no relief is granted, advise your local chairman, as we desire to call the atten- tion of the company officers to each and every violation of the hours-of-service law. Dues for the term ending June 30th arc now due. Six dollars for those holding schedule posi- tions and four dollars for those holding non- schedule positions. We trust each and every one will remit promptly, as we want to avoid placing a special assessment to revise the contract on the Pacific System if possible. Yours fraternally, W. II. Lester, General Chairman. D. W. Koppikus, Gen. Sec’y-Treas. Coast Division — I have been appointed correspondent for this division, and will do my best, but I have a heavy job here and need the support of every member on the division. One man can not pick up all the changes that occur on a division as large as this. I will mail post cards to different members on the division* Just jot down the changes as you hear of them and send me the card with what you have about the tenth. Our general committee needs the support of each man on the division to make the proposed new Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 109 schedule a success, and it is to our interest to help them with suggestions, and financially if a special assessment is necessary. The first month's raise of pay will offset the special assessment. The information blanks returned to the local chairman shows that the nons are asking just as much of a raise as the members, and the same working conditions, and they should be asked to help pay for the benefits they receive, the same as the members. See that they help pull the wagon to the top of the hill, then we can all ride down together. Get after those boys on the division whose positions have been raised through efforts of the Order within the last several years $25.00 to $30.00 a month, and give them no rest until they join. When the new men on the division come around to relieve you have application blanks ready and ask them to fill them out. Bro. Cowgill at San Carlos will supply you with all you can use. Don’t take no for an answer, but keep right there until you land them. Bro. Wallace, second Redwood City, is visit- ing friends and relatives in Texas and other southwestern points; was relieved by Don O’Gara, from the Sacto. Division. Bro. Spencer, San Jose “YD,” while off, ow- ing to sickness, was relieved by S. E. Tooker, from the East. Bro. Jack Lanigan, the old-timer, is back at “SJ” San Jose, after having a successful opera- tion performed tor appendicitis. He was relieved by MV. Oneal, from the Shasta Division, now re- lieving Agent Hudson at Sargent, laid up on cocount of an accident. Mr. Stone displaced Mr. Moore on his return to “ND,” San Fran., the latter relieving Bro. C. H. King on second Surf, who went to “BI” San Luis Obispo. Mr. Heistand was relieved by Mr. Williams, from the East, and returned to “ND” San Fran. Third man Soledad has been taken off. It is now Bro. Day second Pajaro depot. Thanks to Bros. Hoon and Doig. We need some more missionaries like them. Recent assignments were: Agencies San Lucas, Bro. M. J. Hoon; Lompoc, R. C. Jones; assistant agent Monterey, W. E. Haddock; telegraphers, first Surf, Bro. H. A. McNair; San Ardo, M. E. Heistand; third, Gilroy, R. Oneal; night, “RD” Pajaro, Bro. R. C. McGhee; Gaviota, Bro. W. H. Pittman. Don’t forget to send your notes to me at Wat- sonville, Calif. Wishing you a happy and prosperous New Year. Yours fraternally, O. Harris, “HS,” Cert. 1558. Sacramento Division — This division is mostly staff system, with few telegraph stations, but is pretty well organized. Local Chairman Baxter will go over the division shortly and line' up all the nons, including Tunnel 13. The three trick men and office cat comprise the population there, but the bear hunting is good, and any of the boys wanting to spend a few days there will be made welcome, as they are always glad to entertain any of the brothers who wish to stop off there a few days. “73” to all, and continued prosperity to the Little Rock boys, with their O. R. T. Club. “Ham.” Tucson Division — Bro. Heigel, second Yuma, was off a few days account of a broken finger. Bro. Barnwell, agent Gila, spent a few weeks on the Coast, relieved by Bro. Brough, from first Gila, relieved by Mr. Jones, from Tucson. Bro. Wilson is back at Red Rock. Bro. Flynn bid into “UN” Tucson. Bro. Harry Dumond is laying off to get married. Congratulations. Several new offices have been opened to handle the increase in traffic. Dispatcher Howard was off a few days recently. “O.” ■ — r~ Los Angeles Division, West End — I would like to know if all the men in each member’s vicinity arc members, and ask that each of you please keep a line on prospective mem* bers, and give me your assistance to increase the membership of this division. There being over two hundred men on the division, makes good work on my part very difficult, and I must ask the help of each and every member. The cost to join in Jan- uary is $10.50, February, $9.50, March, $8.50. Please let the non working with you or at the next station, have a copy of The Telegrapher, and explain to him that we are trying to get an increase in salary, and better working conditions. It is to each man’s own interest that he join. Members of the reduced general committee of tho Pacific system lines in Oregon, and lines east of Sparks, will meet with General Chairman Bro. W. H. Lester, at Metropole Hotel, Oakland, Calif., on January 6th, to take up the revising of present contract. The information blanks circulated among the agents and telegraphers on divisions west of El Paso were forwarded to General Chairman Lester January 1st, and a statement from each local chair- man covering his district showing all positions and salaries paid, proposed raise, comparative state- ments and prevailing conditions at all stations. Any suggestions members have to offer, and information to give with reference to individual positions will be accepted and appreciated. Unless the telegra- phers have filled out the information blanks and support the general committee’s efforts, we will face a difficult problem. Bro. Lester has served the thirty days’ notice on the company that we desire a revision of the present contract. After presenting the proposition for the revised agree- ment the committee will resume duty until a date is set for consultation with the officials. Get busy on the nons, and delinquents, please. Files of papers and information received at this office regarding steps to be taken and proposed method of organization are circulated by the local committee, and brothers wishing information may apply to the active members. Digitized by Google

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110 The Railroad Telegrapher. • Three applications received recently and as many more are expected during January. Addresses of new men are wanted, also Cert, and division Nos., and names and addresses of brothers on the S. P. belonging to other divisions, for trans- fer to Division No. 53. With beat wishes, I am, Fraternally yours, E. Mulvihill, Chairman, Wilmington, Calif. Los Angeles Diinsion, East End — Bro. J. G. Castleberry, assigned Ontario third, has returned to Imperial Jet., extra, relieving Bro. A. F. Thomas, who relieved Bro. C. C. Woodruff, Declez, nights, who relieved Bro. J. R. Ward at Beaumont on vacation to San Bernardino. Bro. H. P. Wilkinson, agent Imperial Jet., was relieved a few days by Bro. E. J. Brown, who also relieved C. M. Campbridge at Anaheim, who relieved R. E. Loomis at Ventura, who relieved Bro. D. H. McCor- mick, to Edom on bid, relieving C. C. Sheldon, who relieved Bro. E. W. Kalies, Ogilby third, to Declez nights, on assignment, relieving Bro. A. F. Thomas, who relieved Bro. E. F. Rowe, at White Water, who relieved Bro. W. F. Sharrocks, on Saugus first to Los Angeles, “NG” third, on assign- ment. Bro. L. P. Hockett, Calexico, was relieved a few days by W. H. Riley, vice Iris days, bid in by Bro. F. E. Wright. Bro. R. N. Bunker, Iris nights, was relieved a few days by S. H. Bucklew, resigned. Bro. Sam’l Woodworth, agent Shorb, relieved a few days account sickness, by W. S. Spencer, now on second there, pending bids. Bro. W. Fitzpat- rick assigned first, vice Bro. Neel, resigned. Bro. D. H. Gates, agent Banning, on thirty-day leave, was relieved by B. F. Jones. Bro. I. B. Carl, while off getting married, was relieved by H. C. Cantrell. H. M. Tuttles, Tustin, Calif., relieved F. B. Swan, agent Heber. Bro. W. A. Post is relieving W. S. Caudron, agent Santa Barbara, account sickness. J. R. Blake, first Indio, bid in third Santa Bar- bara. Bro. F. H. Clements, “HU” Losv Angeles, look- ing after his mining claims and farms, was re- lieved by J. H. Davis, a dispatcher from the Frisco. Bro. C. C. Dickenson, second “NG” Los Angeles, just reutnred from an extended leave. Bros. C. P. McCluen and B. L. Webb are extras in “NG.” Boys, it is impossible to give a correct line-up of things without your help. The items must reach me by the 15th of the month or be held over until next write-up. It is now Bro. Frank Geiger at Bertram again. Riverside Jet. tower may be closed up shortly on account P. E. building through there. Bro. T. J. McDonald, agent Camarillo, relieved two weeks by Bro. V. R. Neel, who went to San Francisco Hospital, threatened with appendicitis, which fortunately did not materialize. He now has a warehouse, owing to the increased work at Camarillo. J. J. Weiser has resigned to engage in other business in Los Angeles. Bro. J. H. Sargent, second Fernando, was re- cently fired at through a broken window back of him, the ball glancing off of the high-back chair he was sitting in, passing through the back of the desk and stopping against the office stove. He phoned for help, but no trace was found of the would-be slayer. Bro. M. F. Skillings, is telegraph-clerk at Braw- ley. Bro. J. H. Sargent, Fernando, off during the holidays, was relieved by Charles Folsom, from the Santa Fe, and Bro. G. L. Harker, Fernando third, on short leave to Los Angeles, by C. C. Sheldon. Let's all try and get just one non, it means just as much to you as it does to some one else. Nons who have been here for years, should be shown in what light the other men regard them. We mem- bers pay our money and help in every other way possible to bring about the things that give them better working conditions, better pay, and an op- portunity to still further better themselves, and we should give them no rest, until they join. Assignments; not previously noted: Agents — Chino, Bro. W. B. Duncan; Saugus, Bro. E. L- Rumsey; Thermal, Bro. L. P. Shutt. Telegraphers — First Indio, A. J. Russell; Whitewater, Bro. R. W. Keyes; nights, Glamis, Bro. E. F. Rowe; San Pedro, Bro. E. E. Branncr; telegrapher-clerk, Brawley, Bro. J. M. Hodge; telegrapher, Red- lands, Bro. C. C. Yater; Carpenter, Bro. W. L. Wurm, and third, El Casco, Paul Walter. Fraternally, A. M. Hammond, L. C. Northern Pacific Ry. Tacoma Division — The second semi-annual ball given by members O. R. T., Tacoma Division, in Ccntralia, Thanks- giving eve., November 27th, was a grand success. The committees are to be congratulated. Every- thing being dene to assure everyone an evening of undisturbed pleasure. We have been highly praised by the press and public, and numerous ones who did not attend have expressed their inten- tions to do so in the future. The brothers should show more interest in advertising and boosting these semi-annual dances and help the committee to make them a success. Our next one will be given some time next spring. We had only $2.65 in our treasury, December, 1 91 1, when we formed our Social and Relief Fund, to assist worthy brothers and sisters, secure new members, pay lodge room rent and other inci- dental expenses. Since then we have remembered all brothers and sisters with flowers who were un- fortunately confined in the hospital, secured seven new members, paid out $24.00 rent and have a balance of $51.85 left. Only one brother, who is unable to attend any of our meetings has con- tributed to this fund the 25 cents per month re- quested of each member. The money we now have and that expended being contributed by members Digitized by kjooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. Ill attending meetings and through the two dances given. This fund has proven a good asset for our division, and all our members should send in their as cents a month. “Numbers do not count. Bulk means nothing, unless intelligently directed; without organization success is impossible!” Unorganized labor is utterly helpless when dealing with capital. There- fore, let us all work toward solid organization, and the betterment of the conditions of the working class. Be honest with yourself and fellow work- men by starting the year with an up-to date card. Sister Nellie Wiley, first So. Tacoma, is visit- ing m California, relieved by R. M. Offutt. Bro. W. S. Grover, third Roy, was relieved a few days by G. O. Davis, a new man. T. L. Clifton, who relieved Mr. Steele, third Rainier, resigned, later relieved C. S. Sinsabaugh; first Rainier. Sister N. B. Mullen, was relieved while on vacation by T. J. Mullen, who later relieved Sis- ter Lola Graybeal. C. E. Weber, relieved Mr. Simpson, third Che- halis, resigned. Bro. H. A. Johnson, third Cowlitz, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. W. H. Wood, who later resigned and went with the Mo. Pac. A. E. Crawford, McIntosh, on vacation, relieved by E. Fullerton from Seattle Division. Bro. W. G. Calvert, bid in first Olympia. Bro. H. A. Carkin, first Elma. W. S. Grover, second Teninb, and J. C. Collins used his rights obtained by the O. R. T. to land third Rainier, but still refuses to join. Automatic signals being put in operation Decem- ber 7th, between Centralia and Sopenah, and two men taken off at Napavine. Bro. Owens going to third Winlock, vice Bro. Peck, who went to third Roy, vice Bro. Grover. G. M. Hardy, a new man goes to Elma second, vice Mr. Scary, resigned. Bro. Burdick, third Sopenah, resigned to enter other business. Bro. Kellogg, relief agent is relieving Bro. F. E. Cook, at Dupont, for three months. If all employed as telegraphers would show the same spirit that Bro. D. H. Illick, agent at Adna, has we would soon be solid. Adna has been a non telegraph station and a non-scheduled posi- tion, coming under the $4.00 assessment. When it was made a scheduled position Bro. Illick re- quested Bro. Holmes to change his assessment ac- cordingly. Brothers and sisters, it is of the utmost importance that you attend the meetings and get together before our committee convenes at St. Paul. Don’t pigeon-hole the ballots and assessment notices, send the former in promptly and remit your dues and assessments at once. Assist our local chairman in every way possi- ble, and thus show your appreciation of his good work. Send Bro. Graham all the changes that occur in your office and vicinity, also postage, and receive a new seniority list. The writer will be relieved of his duties as correspondent while on vacation by Bro. Graham. Work for solid organization and the good of the Order. Cert. 878. Seattle Division t First District — Local Chairman Bro. R. W. Baker, has been confined to the Tacoma hospital for over a month, having undergone an operation for an abscess on one of his kidneys. We all sympathize with him and hope to see him around shortly in good shape. Don’t forget to vote for him for re-election and also for committteeman, and don’t forget to remit that $6.00 for a new card. That extra dollar is a good investment well spent. Bros. Finch and Ackley, of Kanaskat, will prob- ably soon have positions as deputy sheriffs; sev- eral weeks ago, armed only with stove pokers they overcame their adversaries armed with revolvers. These fellows will probably think several times before tackling the average railroad agent or teleg- rapher. W. H. Arnold, assistant telegrapher at Ellens- burg days, is on sixty days’ leave, clerking for the chief dispatcher at Pasco, relieved by J. R. Col- lins, from Auburn. Wish some of you would make a new year’s resolution to send in a few items each month. No doubt there are a number of changes that have not been reported. Bro. R H. Cosgrove, third Thorp, while moving his family to Thorp, was relieved by C. Brunk, from Covington, where he relieved Bro. Weber a short time. Bro. C. E. Palmer, injured by an explosion of dynamite at Martin, is improving nicely. He did not lose a hand as at first reported, nor will he lose his eyesight, although his eyes are weak and he will be compelled to wear glasses. Bro. Robinson bid in third Martin, Sister Rob- inson is on second pending bulletin, and Bro. A. J. Baker is back on first. Bro. F. B. Davis has returned to second Ravcns- dale from his hunting trip. Bro. Tom Curren is back on first Ravensdale, after 60 days’ vacation spent in Chicago and vicinity, relieved by H. G. Amess, now at Sedro-Woolley. Bro. J. Floberg, bid in first Kanaskat. Sister Miss L. Erdman resigned second Kanaskat to take second Maywood. Sister Miss C. E. Erdman on third Maywood. Bro. Keiser, bid in telegraph agency at Bryant. Extra Dispatcher Bassett is back on first Lester, Bro. LaDow going to Sedro-Woolley. Local Chairman Bro. R. W. Baker, first “CF” Seattle, on vacation, was relieved by extra Dis- patcher Price. I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year. Cert. 85. Idaho Division — Bro. and Sister W. A. Marshall assigned first and second Weeksville on bulletin. Mr. Kilgore, manager N. P. employment agency, Spokane, relieved at Paradise a few days. Digitized by Google

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112 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brother Mansfield has been relieving at White Pine agency while Bro. Elver was visiting home folks East. Mr. Cruser has returned to Heron, relieving Bro. Partridge. Bro. Kay of Cabinet, is enjoying his vacation on the west coast, relieved by Bro. Thompson. Sister Cusick, of Clark’s Fork, was relieved by Bro. Culler a few days, who later went to second Cheney, and Bro. Forbes to second Clark’s Fork. Bro. Glen Davidson, second Kootenai, contin- ues his campaign for new members the same as he did at Trout Creek. Keep up the good work. Bro. Nye of Sand Point recently received a communication from a well-meaning brother, re- questing that Mrs. Nye join the Ladies’ Auxiliary. Bro. Nye counters with a request that the Aux- iliary help him find the future Mrs. Nye first. Sister Percy has resumed on first Algoma, after three weeks in Missoula, where her little son was taking treatment at the N. P. hospital. We are pleased to announce that the little fellow is much improved. Sister Seymour, who relieved Sister Percy, during her absence is relieving Bro. Gephart, on third relieving Mr. Dierkes, agent Granite. Bro. Lamoreaux bumped Bro. Bartley, third Cocolalla, who bumped Bro. Thompson, third Granite. Bro. Walker bid in second Cocolalla, re- lieved by Bro. Jackewitz, on third Ramsey. Bro. Mays, second Granite, is on thirty days’ vacation with relatives in Paradise, relieved by Bro. Woodward. Sister Cunningham, second Hauser, on ten days’ vacation, was relieved by Bro. Woodward. Bro. Stites goes from third Ramsey to Marshall. Bro. Hancock bid in Coulee City agency, vice Mr. Harper, who bid in Lenore agency. Bro. Leo Lentsch bid in Hartline agency. Bro. P. B. Ageton relieved Bro. Elver at Govan agency. Bro. Wilcoxon, at Almira, reports has been given a warehouseman. Bro. G. D. Thornton is relieving at the Kooskia agency. Recent new members are W. V. Jackewitz, of Ramsey; J. L. Forbes, Clark’s Fork; W. R. Wood- ward, Granite; E. C. Clarke, Pullman; C. A. Culler, Cheney; W. H. Coad, Moscow; J. S. Harned, Trout Creek; Sister L. T. Gephart, Aloma, and J. F. Percy, Spokane-International at Sand Point. We commend their action in subscribing to the cause which means so much to all of us. May the good work continue. “Ye Scribe’’ is indebted to Bro. Davidson, of Kootenai, for items this month. No items re- ceived from any of the branches, or from any one else on the main line. Brothers and sisters, this is a matter which demands your serious con* sideration. It has been many months since our division has failed to have a monthly letter in the journal, but unless you do your part in furnishing the necessary data, the record can not be maintained in the future. Those who complain that certain news items are not inserted, fail to report them for publication. Every member should take pride in our monthly news letter and do his or her part in the work of preparing it. Report all news items to Bro. Nason, at Athol, before the 1 8th of each month, and he will see that the division correspondent has it inserted in these columns. “No card, no favors.’’ Remember this, when that confirmed non, who is working with you or next station from you, keeps asking you to put yourself out to do special favors for him. He is entitled to the consideration that should be given tvery employe, from a business standpoint only, but you should in all cases refuse to put yourself out to do him personal favors. This should not apply to non-members who have not had the time to unite with us, or have been financially unable to do so, but we have a few “hardshells,” con- firmed “knockers’’ on everything connected with the organization, who should be taught the lesson that our favors are for our friends. Div. Coa. All Telegraphers, Idaho Division — I expect to have the new seniority list for 1913 ready for the printer shortly. When the list is out, I will mail copies to all our members. It is impossible for me to keep track of the many changes, and if any brother or sister is overlooked in the distribution advise me immediately and I will send you a copy. Yours fraternally, B. E. Nason, L. C. Dakota Division — I have been appointed correspondent for this division and will endeavor to keep it in the lime- light to the best of *ny ability. We have had no write-ups for the past two months, owing to Bro. R. C. Pravitz being transferred to Wilton and out of touch with the main line and most of the branches, and, like the rest of us, being kept very busy with the grain rush. Every member should now take hold with lots of enthusiasm and start the year 1913 with an abundance of push and vim. One individual can not keep track of all the changes and news of interest, and I hope the brothers will mail all they hear of each month to me at Sterling before the twentieth. Let’s make Dakota Division worthy of its share of the name “Fighting 54.” We all regret the resignation of Bro. J. W. King as local chairman. He has been a most diligent worker, accomplished a great deal and made hosts of friends during his term of office. But we wel- come Bro. Earl Robinson, of Medina, as his suc- cessor and should all unite and assist him to continue the good work of his predecessor. Remit for your semi-annual dues and assessments for the term ending June 30th, get your up-to-date card and the pleasant feeling of knowing that your insurance is entirely paid up. This past year has been prosperous, and the nons should now hand in their applications with the required fee. Get in communication with those nearest you and show them where it is to their interest to join at once. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 113 Mr. Toyen, relieved on third Medina by R. E. Banger, of Ypailanti, relieved George McCulla, agent Burleigh. It is now Bros. Toyen and Mur- phy there, which, with Bro. L. J. Agnetf, makes Burleigh solid for the new year. Bro. McCulla relieved Mr. Seveland on third Steele, who took second there, Bro. Peterson go- ing to Minnewaukon agency. It is now Bro. Allen at Crystal Springs, and Bro. C. L. Kibler, third Dawson. General Chairman Sam Johnson made a success- ful trip over the division recently, securing quite a number of nons. Bro. D. Charles Poindexter will assist with the write ups and keep us in touch with the branches. Bro. J. P. MiHikin, agent McKenzie, gave a moving-picture show there recently, having an out- fit he formerly used in the business, and expects to give several more entertainments during the winter. B. E. Donley is at Temvik, on the Linton branch. Any brothers knowing of a new man arriving on this division or holding a card on another should advise the local chairman, so he can arrange to have a transfer made. We want the division solid when we go in for a new schedule. Bro. R. V. Whitcome, second Medina, relieved by R. B. Lawrence, is visiting his brother at New Rockford and relatives at Minnewaukon for a month. Thanks to Bros. Robinson and MiHikin for the news they sent in. Don’t forget to mail me before' every twentieth the changes and your views on current subjects. Likewise, remember our motto about favors without a card. Fraternally yours for a big year, H. H. Ellsworth, Cor., Cert. 988. Rocky Mountain Division, First to Eleventh Sub- divisions— J. T. Flannegan was relieved on first “HY” Helena by Bro. I. E. Merrick, relieved on second by Bro. O. B. Nieswanger after three months* vacation with friends and relatives. Mr. Flanne- gan relieved Bro. E. H. Showalter, “MD” Mis- soula, who relieved Dispatcher Thompson, reliev- ing Night Chief R. B. Dodds while on a trip to Butte and Helena. Bro. H. D. Fraser, “MS” tower first, off sev- eral days owing to sickness, and Bro. D. G. Kuffel and Bro. George Sirois doubled one day. Bro. G. W. Dana, who came to their rescue, later went to second Deer Lodge until relieved by Mr. Hoover. Bro. J. H. Lyle bid in Victor agent-telegrapher, relieved on Austin third by Bro. G. W. Dana. Mr. Cron, second Austin, has moved his family out there from the East. Sister Cooper bid in first Weed, relieved by Mr. Keneyon on Skyline second. H. E- Balzhiser, Blossburg second, was recently married, relieved by Mr. Blair, who also relieved Bro. W. F. Reidell, of Elliston, on vacation. B. P. Scott, of DeSmet, bid in third Elliston, vice Mr. Johnson, gone to the Milwaukee at Clinton. Scott was later relieved by Mr. Holroyd. Bro. Hart returned to first Avon from his vaca- tion, relieving Bro. Amey, who relieved Scott at Lothrop. Bro. Wiegand has taken Drummond first, re- lieved at Deer Lodge by Bro. Dana, later relieved by Holroyd, and he by Bro. Odell, from tbe B. & O. S. W. Mr. Hinton bid in second Silver Bow, vice Carney. It is now Bro. R. T. Davis, second Drummond, and Bro. R. M. Tomlin, St. Regis third. Mr. Wilcoxen returned to Bonner, relieving Sis- ter Lucky, now on second Avon. Frenchtown second closed, Bro. Burnett bump- ing Non Coats at Lothrop, who says the O. R. T. doesn't need his assistance and will never get it. Non Parks, at Garrison, has left. We owe Bros. Blankenship, Cuthbert and Wie- gand our thanks for the notes contributed to this write-up, and hope they will continue in the good work. D. G. Kuffel, Acting Local Chairman. Montana Division — Due to a misunderstanding, notes for November did not reach the journal in time for that issue, your local chairman being on a visit to the Coast. Bro. Harvey, third Park City, has returned from a two months’ vacation, relieved by Bro. Tracy, now on third Reedpoint. Bro. Hazlett, second Billings passenger depot, is on vacation. Bro. Connors, third Toston, on two months’ vacation to his old home in New York, was re- lieved by Mr. Riddell, and he later by Ray Hunt- ley. Bro. “Shorty” Arnold, third Hoppers, is on a ninety-day leave, visiting the Coast towns, Mr. Parmeter relieving. Sister Turk, Chestnut, is spending a month in “old Missouri.” Bro. Orman was a recent Butte visitor. Bro. Ogle is relieving on second Manhattan. Bro. Trostad bid in second at G. N. Jet., vice Bro. McEntire, who bid in second Bozeman. Bro. Manchester is on third G. N. Bids filed: Mr. Steric, first Bridger; Bro. Strachan, third Whitehall; A. H. Ward, first Whitehall; Vera Cassidy, second "WN;” Bro. Un- ger, third, and Bro. Skelly, third Belgrade; Bro. Ogle, third Manhattan. No passenger trains will be taken off this win- ter. The Northern Pacific is too prosperous - for that. One of the largest orders for power and equip- ment ever given by an American railroad was placed recently by the officials of this road. It included 70 engines and 9635 freight cars, the total cost of which will approximate ten million dollars. Mail your nominating papers for local chair- man, also for delegate and alternate, to Bro. Holmes, as per circular, not later than February 1 st. Three names will put a member in as nom- inee. Then you will receive a ballot to vote for tbe ones nominated. Mark the envelope “Official Digitized by Google

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114 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ballot" and mail to Bro. Holmes. Put nothing else in the envelope. These ballots go to a com- mittee, who count them and will declare who has been elected local chairman, as well as delegate and alternate. The writer is not actively seeking election as local chairman. If you find one more suitable, he will be more than satisfied. There is plenty of work to do and all honor in return. Above all things, try to send in a few items of news and get after the nons. Let your local chairman know of all changes at your station. You can’t imagine how much that will help. He puts in two to five hours daily. You surely will not begrudge a few minutes occasionally. Be sure to vote for nominees. Then, when you receive your vote ballot, go to it; let’s get a full vote out. A. A. W., Local Chairman. Montana Division Notes — Our local chairman, Bro. A. A. Wilson, has re- turned from an extended trip to Los Angeles, where he was called on account of his daughter’s illness. We are glad to know that she is now im- proving. He was relieved at Reed Point by Mr. Parmetter, a new man. Second Bozeman was awarded Bro. A. J. Mc- Intyre, from G. N. Jet. C. E. Thompson, agent G. N. Jet., can afford a few weeks off for a hunt- ing trip, but can not afford a card. He was re- lieved by Mr. Manchester, a new man. Mr. Duncan, of Homestake third, relieved Bro. Jacoby on first Butte passenger depot during Bro. Jacoby’s illness, afterward resigning to go to the O. S. L. Third Homestake awarded to A. F. Geddes, who later left the service. Phil Kissinger is now there pending bulletin. Bro. Monthy relieved Bro. C. U. Brown on first Whitehall on account of the sickness and death of Mrs. Brown. The brother has our sym- pathy, being left with a boy of five and another a month old. Mr. Canham is on second White- hall until filled by Bro. Ward, who bid it in. Third Whitehall awarded to Bro. W. L. Strachan. Bro. Perkins is on second Trident, being re- lieved at Lombard by his wife. J. R. Heebner bid in second Big Timber, and Bro. Wayne second Fromberg. Considerable trouble has been occasioned several times recently near Chestnut on account of the blasting tearing down all the wires. Business will soon resume its former propor- tions.' There seem to be plenty of men at present. Mutt and Jeff. Yellowstone Division — ‘‘No card, no favors’’ is our motto. But we do not always stand by it. What is the use of preaching a thing and not practice it? Let us all get busy and enforce this motto and see how soon some of the nons come in. Just as long as we keep granting them favors just that long they will stay out. What is the use, they figure, to come in and pay $i 2 a year when they can get the same favors that we can for nothing? Stick to our motto and they will soon be glad to step in. Try it. Business never was so good as now. Still the force is being cut down. Third Richardson has been pulled off and the agent put on a trick; also third Hebron, Bro. Bandell, the agent, working first there. Sister Miss Mary Minton, second at Sims for over five years, bid in first Allard, relieved by Bro. K. E. Julian on bid. Bro. A. D. Gow is on third Sims. Bro. Vetter has been transferred from "GI" dispatcher’s office to Mandan, a set of dispatchers being pulled off the west end. Bids are out for Lehigh and Zenith agencies. The excellent weather is bringing in the grain rapidly, making business good all over the division. Bro. J. F. Shaffner, from the P. R. R., at Sims a few wqeks, is now on second Rosebud. Our local chairman, Bro. M. A. Smoot, was over the division recently lining up the boys. Only one of those asked to send me the news responded. We ought to have a write-up in the journal every month, and if you will all send me your items about the twentieth of each month, we will have one. The only way to find out what is going on is to get the news in The Telegra- pher. Some of you boys on the Second District, drop me a few notes and we will try to have a nice write-up next month. Send them to the sec- ond trick man at "GN" and your kindness will be appreciated. Cert. 134 2. Lake Superior Division — A happy New Year to you all. Charles Cohen relieved J. M. Curtis, agent Mah- towa, who went to West Duluth first and cashier. Three men installed at Mahtowa on account of the rush, second and third filled by Bros. Charles Chezik and M. Malone, respectively, both new men. Later Bro. Malone, called home on account of sickness, was relieved by J. F. O’Neal, a new man. Bro. Kent, from Cloquet, is on a three months’ leave, visiting with his folks in Michigan, relieved by Bro. Wagner, from *‘DU,’’ and he by a new man, name unknown. Bro. H. E. Carleson shortly goes to Deerwood first, which leaves second and third "DU” open for bids. Bro. Elwood Gray, agent Sturgeon Lake, while enjoying a few days’ vacation seeing the sights at the Twin Cities and Twin Ports, was relieved by Bro. Darby Gray, D. R. A. Dispatcher Davidson was off a few days on ac- count of sickness in his home, relieved by Extra Dispatcher Bro. Knowlton. Please send me all the notes you can, so as to keep me posted on all the changes. Otherwise I am unable to have a complete write up each month. Div. Cor. Minnesota Division — Second Fertile abolished, and R. C. Smythe is relieving Mr. Cowles, agent Red Lake Falls, who went to Brainerd to be operated on for appendi- citis. Bro. Malmberg is working a ten-hour shift at Fertile. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 115 J. H. McNicols, traveling freight agent, is back as agent at East Grand Forks, Bro. Voight being off on account of sickness. Agent Morse, of Detroit, is also laying off on account of sickness, relieved by Bro. Comstock, and he on third by Bro. Paul Lund, of third Glyn- don. Bro. W. W. Janke gets seeond recently opened at X. Y. Mills, and Mr. Suomela, a new man, is on third. Bro. Easton is on second Wadena. I wish to thank one good brother for notes this month, and ask others to help me to have a good write-up each month. Please notify me of any changes promptly. Wish you all a happy New Year. Div. Cor. St. Paul Division — Bro. and Sister Caldwell, first and second Darl- ing, off two weeks, relieved by former Bro. War- rington and Bro. Swan, respectively. Bros. Duffee and Anderson, second and third Elk River, each off several days with la grippe, not relieved. It is now Bro. Parker, agent Westport. Bro. Ayers, third Lincoln, came to the good town of Litttle Falls to do his Christmas shopping. Thanks to Bro. Brown for his efforts in helping us to line up the nons. Wish the brothers would assist in keeping us advised of any members who fail to pay the current dues promptly, so we may get after them before the sixty days’ grace expires. Fraternally, Local Chairman, Cert. 180. Wheeling & Lake Erie R. R. Our last meeting, held in Brewster on Saturday evening, November 16th, was attended by only fourteen members. Let us make a better showing at the next meeting, which will be called by Bro. Gebhardt. Everyone attend who possibly can, and tell your grievances there whether imaginary or real. When you come to talk them over you will probably find they are mostly imaginary. Remit your semi annual dues promptly. Make the delinquent list as small as possible this time. Don’t forget to send M. B. D. assessments to Bro. Quick at once, as it is the best insurance you can get. Get after those nons working in the same office with you and keep hammering at them until you line them up on the sunny side of the fence. Remember that “organization is everything.” When a stranger comes to work at your office, find out if he has a card; if not, why? If he holds membership in some other division, get the card number and make a report to Bro. Baltzer, so we can get him transferred. When the com- mittee goes up for a revision of t^ie schedule, it needs a solid backing, and individual effort is what will make this division solid. Do your best. J. B. Parks, Brewster nights, bid in New Cum- berland agency. Some good Order man go after him in the right way. Bro. L. W. Cartwright re- lieved Mr. Parks at Brewster until bid in by Harpster, later going to Clyde third. Haley, from Mingo yard, went to Connor days. Ely, from Mingo third, who bid in Coal Docks second, later bid in Mingo yard second, and L. D. Schultz, Mingo yard first, bid in third there, relieved by Bro. A. E. Cramton, and he on third Pittsburg Jet. by C. H. Bates. Chapman, extra, has been at Mingo four times, then to Shenodsville first, later to Pine Valley. Brothers, don’t let him forget his promise first of the year. McCreary received Ninety-third Street second, and Bro. J. L. Sharick is back at Brewster shops, after two months’ absence. Bro. Fulton, first Pittsburg Jet., while off to eat his Thanksgiving turkey, was relieved by yours truly. The operators’ annual Thanksgiving dinner was a “howling” success, the only incident marring the pleasure was that some wicked person tramped on Bro. Rector’s hat, reducing his batting average considerably. Porter and Miner have been opened as night offices. C. L. Barton. Georgia Southern & Florida Ry. Telegrapher Sikes is first at “GS” dispatcher’s office and Harrison second. Halsam is at “UN” first and Dye second. Vandeveter goes to “UD” and Seibert to “MY.” Evans is off sick. His wife was buried recently. The meeting at Valdosta on Sunday, November 24th, was very well attended. Lots of jobs are open and lots of men are com ing along. Some of the boys would do well to answer their calls more promptly, saving delays and officials complaining. We have too nice a bunch for this to occur. Div. Cor. Houston & Texas Central R. R. The jewelers along the H. & T. C., for some unknown reason, were about to go to the wall, and the only way out of the difficulty was to have an order issued that all telegraphers must possess a standard watch, and, inasmuch, as the average “op” is a stranger to much of the big money of the country, it hit us all in a bunch, and it is no uncommon thing to see one calling on “uncle,” leaving some of his clothes and sport- ing a watch guaranteed to run in some fourteen positions and withstand any climatic condition, electrical storms, dynamoes, etc. It has been our idea in the past that the clocks in the stations were to keep time and to “OS” trains by, bpt it seems we were fostering a mis- taken idea atid that they were merely a wall orna- ment to make things look more homelike and cheerful. Save your money, fellows; we ma> get another jolt some of these days — something like a standard uniform, cap, etc. Bro. L. R. Ham has taken a position in the agent’s office at Corsicana. 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116 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Sam Forbes, second Dallas, who has been in the hospital six weeks, we are glad to say will soon return to work. A. T. Rawlins, second trick dispatcher north end, lias been chief dispatcher at Hearne, and E. E. Slagle night chief at Ennis. Bro. Hyde, second trick operator, is working second trick dis- patcher north end; Bro. Burke made permanent dispatcher second at Herne, and Bro. J. E. Raw- lins bid in first “JO” Ennis. Third trick is now on bulletin. Bro. Mat Moseley, our secretary, who has been under the weather for some time with his old rheumatics, is working again. Bro. W. A. Wilkins, second Corsicana, is with the Cotton Belt at Chandler, Texas, relieved by Bro. Fuller, from the “I See” while on bulletin. Bro. Carey made connections with a knife in the hands of an angry party at Navasota, and is in the hospital in Houston, but is out of danger and will be with us again soon. He is being relieved by Bro. Burns, from the I. & G. N. Bro. Lay bid in Waller agency again. It is now Bro. Cobb, and we are glad to greet him as. such. Telegraph offices opened up at Eureka days and Millicon nights. Wanted — Some live brother on the line to be correspondent.* If there is one who will take over those duties, *1 will surely appreciate it and guar- antee to give him all the assistance I can each month. Somebody speak up, quick. Fraternally, A. E. L. First Division — There are eight positions now on bulletin. Bro. Steele bid in second Corsicana; Bro. Snod- grass, third Ennis, relieved by an extra, and Bro. Hcstes bid in third Mexia. A new man at Mexia was recently discharged for calling all the crews tied up there instead of calling only the regular crew. Bro. IJorbes, of Dallas, while off owing to sick- ness, was relieved by a new man from the Illinois Central. A few good “up-to-date” men are needed here now, we don’t want any others. Make “No card, no favors” stand for what it means. If the fellow working next to you has no card and won’t get one, then don’t associate with him until he does. Your “Uncle Cube” doesn’t show nons any favors. “Cube.” Southern Ry. NOTICE OF MEETING. There will be an all-day meeting of telegra phers, agents, and levermen employed on the I. C., C. & E. I., Big Four, Southern, L. & N., and L. H. & St. L. Railways at Evansville, Ind., on Sunday, February 16, 1913, at Vendome Hotel. Come. L. E. Crandall, L. C. Knoxville Division — To the Members: I wish to thank you for assisting me in my re cent canvass of the division, securing sixty-three members. The trip was made pleasant by the en- couragement and hospitality shown by the brothers, and I want to make special mention of the cour- teous treatment and hospitality accorded me by the brothers at Johnson City, Marshall, Barnard, Bridgeport, White Pine, Philadelphia, Lenoir City, Morristown and other places, and the several trainmen and conductors who materially assisted. It is much appreciated. We close 1912 with 205 members, a larger number than at any time pre- viously accounted for by the exclusive agents lining up, also more extra men carrying cards than heretofore. Out of nineteen exclusive agents on the division fifteen are members, and the same standing applies to the extra men. The year just gone has been one of the most prosperous in our history, in every branch of the service telegraphers are very scarce throughout the United States. Let us resolve that we will live better lives than in the past, and try to keep the resolutions we make better than the ones we made last New Year. During the year just closed two brothers with whom we were associated daily, Bros. John A. Cobble and John W. Liptrap, both loyal members, and the picture of health and physical manhood, were suddenly called to the great beyond. As we scan the M. B. D. report in the back of Thf. Telegrapher, which shows a number of teleg- raphers’ deaths monthly, we naturally feel that at the close of another year we may not be here to lecord the death of some other brother, but that it may be one of us instead, recorded in The Telegrapher, as having been called to the great beyond, yet we heedlessly go on careless of the life we live. While I do not by any means wish to pose as an example of goodness (as no one knows bet- ter than I how badly I need to make resolutions, and keep them, and which I yet hope to do), yet at the close of each year I can not help but touch upon this point, the moral of which is that we should give more thought to the spiritual life and endeavor to be more faithful and show more appreciation to Him who shapes our destiny and rules the world. Wishing you a happy and prosperous year for 1913. I am, fraternally, W. H. Cord, Local Chairman. Members Knoxville Division — Quite a number, when filing applications for membership, object to applying for the insurance, notwithstanding many of them have a wife and children dependent upon them and have no other life insurance protection. This is a very great mistake. When death comes into a home and removes the breadwinner and nothing is left for their support through the dark and dreary days that are sure to follow, it presents “A picture no artist can paint.” A man is just as much obligated to make pro- vision for his family should he be taken off as when he is with them, and the insurance offered by the Order is the cheapest in the country, and Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 117 has in many instances prevented the shipwreck of the family when the telegrapher was removed by death. As a rule telegraphers have very little, «f anything ahead, and in such cases when death intervenes and leaves women and children behind, passing around the hat does not always bring re- lief. Therefore, those who have not made pro- visions for the protection of those dependent should carry $1,000.00 in the M. B. D., if physi- cally able to get it. If it is a hard struggle to provide for the family while we are here able to work and look after them, most assuredly it would be a harder struggle for them without our help after we are gone. If you have all you can get in the M. B. D., apply to some good old-line life insurance company for all the additional insurance you can carry, and the peace of mind that will come to you when you know that should you be taken away from them you will leave them pro- tected will help you to enjoy life more and will be well worth the assessment or premium paid out. I know how careless some are by allowing their membership to be forfeited, thereby taking their families from under the protection of the insur- ance. It is a very bad practice to allow yourself to get behind and thus forfeit your insurance. In the November Telegrapher, Bro. Quick re- fers to the death of a brother who died recently and left his wife and children without insurance. The widow wrote Bro. Quick, that “her husband had died very suddenly and that they were in very destitute circumstances,” asking him if there was "any way she could get his insurance, as she had nothing to bury him with.” This brother had allowed his membership to lapse and through the non-payment of the assess- ments forfeited his insurance. One of the mem- bers of our own division, Bro. Owen, killed by a train at Witt, Tenn., about a year ago, was behind in his assessments and his mother lost the insur- ance. the moral is brothers, see to it that your insurance is always paid up and thereby protect those dependent upon you. The creating of a general relief fund has been discussed in the division meetings and in the journal, and on my recent trip over the division many of the men asked about it. Many of the roads in the East have successful Relief Fund de- partments, and I think such a fund would be bene- ficial to our division, as we have no local treasury for the payment of division expenses, and when a brother dies funds for a floral design (which we should always furnish) have to be raised by a procedure that is anything but satisfactory. I do not like to collect funds in that manner. It is embarrassing to me as well as others, and I hope a fund of this kind will be created, as it could also be used for assisting brothers who may be thrown out of employment and on account of ill- ness be unable to meet their dues. Such a fund could be raised by every member paying in 10, 20 or 2 5 cents each month, say for six months, then stop, at which time there would be sufficient in the treasury to pay the bills, and as the bills were paid reimburse the treasurer. Some good brother, say Bro. Vaughan, Bro. E. T. Boyd, or any one else, could be elected treasurer, and when flowers were needed or anything else for a worthy purpose, it could be gotten without collecting from the men along the line, and at the division meeting the following month the bill could be presented and ordered paid, etc. This is only a suggestion. The membership can arrange it as they see best, but it should be gotten up im- mediately for the good of the division. With best wishes, Local Chairman. Knoxville Division Notes — Those who expect to see a write-up of the divi- sion every month should furnish the items of changes, etc., that come under their observation, and then there will be no occasion for kicking. Mr. Redwine, who secured the biggest raise on the division, says his law course costs all he makes. We hope he will soon be admitted to the bar, and if any of the boys get in trouble we can call on him to plead their case. Bro. Goodwin was recently married. Con- gratulations. Sister Alvis on vacation, visiting Bluefield, W. Va., and other old familiar places in the East and West Virginia; was relieved by Bro. Ploeger. It is now Bro. B. H. Welch again at “CH.” We regret the continued illness of Bro. Lewis. Bro. Geizentanner, third Charleston, has gone to house- keeping. Bro. Poarch’s little baby was found dead in bed a few nights ago. He has our sympathy. Bro. Whitehurst, of Runion “NC,” has our deepest sympathy at the loss of his wife’s health. The trip to Mexico apparently gave but little relief. Bro. Addleberg, Riceville, Tenn., is having good luck after the birds. Bro. Baker, of Coile, is on 90 days’ leave, owing to ill health. Bro. Smith’s daughter has been appointed to the ticket agency at Philadelphia. Bro. Kirby, at Lenoirs is on the sick list. Bros. Witt and Cash, Tyner, Tenn., and Bros. Berlin and May, of the East End, took the Scot- tish Rite special train to Memphis, Tenn., last month, where the 33d degree was conferred upon them. Sister Mrs. Lilly Witt, accompanied Bro. Witt back from Memphis on the special. Bro. Cash visited his father at Poplar Bluff, Mo., be- fore he returned. Bro. Weeks and family had a delightful trip to New York and other eastern cities on his vaca- tion last month. Bro. E. R. Nichols, White Pine, is back at work again, Bro. Walker having resigned and gone into business at Bristol, Tenn. Bro. Hewlett has accepted a position with the electrical department at Atlanta, Ga. Bro. J. H. Peoples has been promoted to Morristown agency. Don’t forget the meetings every third Saturday night each month, at Knoxville, Tenn. You are the loser if you don’t attend. Digitized by

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118 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Ellis, third Hutsell, is on vacation, Bro. W. VV. Porter relieving. Bro. Hall has a new 20-gauge gun and probably won’t have to buy any meat this year. Bro. Lewis was off several days with a sprained ankle. I hope the brothers will handle the next write-up themselves, I can’t keep tab on the changes and news of the division and look after the other business too. “CO.” Charlotte Division, South End — W. W. Propsha, manager Greenville message side, off a few days, was relieved by P. J. Lyles, and Bro. W. K. Scroggs by R. W. Callahan. Bro. O. R. Doyle, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. A. P. Lawrence, who later bid in Cornelia third. Bro. I. C. Edwards, Crosswell days, while visit- ing relatives in South Georgia, was relieved by Bro. F. A. Sherriff. The station at Cornelia was completely destroyed by fire November 22d, about 1 a. m., which started in the freight room. The boys there are doing business in a couple of box cars. There will be a new passenger station at Gaines- ville shortly. It’s now Bro. McBrayer at Fly Branch, and wc have the promise of a couple more. Keep the good work up boys, and let’s have this division solid when our committee goes to Washington. Bro. R. L. Echols was on third Mt. Airy until bid in by M. N. Sewell. Bro. B. F. Cheek, agent Lavinia, off recently, was relieved by B. F. Moss, a new man, who went to Deer Court third when it was made con- tinuous, with P. Atkinson on second, pending bids in. Business continues good and more offices will probably soon be opened. Bro. J. F. Ayers, second Greenville, was re- lieved a few days by P. J. Lyles. Bro. J. V. Wallace, third Early, off sick several days, was relieved by Bro. F. A. Sherriff. Bro. R. L. Echols, while attending court at West Point, was relieved on Mt. Airy third by M. N. Sewell, who later relieved Bro. N. W. Boggs, second there, who relieved Bro. J. A. Barker on third Calhoun, gone to Lula second. Bro. W. M. Cureton, who relieved Bro. V. C. Martin on Madison third, was later relieved by Mr. C. J. Mulky, and relieved Bro. T. C. Pool, third Duluth, on vacation. Bro. P. L. Turner, Toccoa first, was relieved a few days by O. Bass of third there, and he by Bro. R. L. Johnson, second Lula, which was bid in by Bro. J. A. Barker of Calhoun third. Bro. Joe Brown, second Ayersville, had his barn completely destroyed by fire recently, losing a valuable horse. Boys, why can’t we have a meeting in the near future? With best wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year to all. I am, fraternally, B. W. Grant. Atlanta Division, North End — The recent monthly bulletin shows that it’s about time for some of us to get busy and attend to business. Keep after the nons and remember our slogan: “No card, no favors.” If you practice this it will have a telling effect. Let’s try again and see if we can’t have a meet ing at Rome about every two or three weeks, with a good attendance. Silver Creek tower opened with E. H. York, first; Bro. W. E. Dellinger, second, and Bro. Mc- Loud, an old I. C. boy, third. Plainville opened, but closed again until suffi- cient operators could be secured. Bro. R. R. Jones, first Rome to dispatcher’s office, relieved by H. G. Gay, and he on second by Bro. Ed Williams, relieved on third by Bro. R. W. Robertson, who later bid in third Plain- ville. An extra set of dispatethers has been put on between Macon and Brunswick, north end — Lemon, Bulloch and Perkins; south end — Gun- thorpe, Mosley and Ayers; south of Macon — Mc- Lendon, McQuay and Shelton; Kennon, extra. The relay office in the Equitable building and dispatcher’s office will be consolidated in the new building nearing completion. Let’s wake up and get busy. Happy New Year. Div. Coa. Birmingham Division — About fifteen new men were put on recently, owing to the increased business, and* now nearly every office on the division is working night and day. Let us all show the company that we are work ing for the betterment of conditions and that we appreciate our jobs by rendering the best service possible. There is no excuse for a man sleeping dn an eight-hour or nine-hour job; there are too many lives and too much property at stake. Bro. A. L. Oden, at Muscadine, Ala., and Bro. C. B. Isbell, at Fayette, Ala., were recently mar- ried. Congratulations. Bro. C. M. Hankins is now at Covin, Ala., and Bro. J. Q. Carpenter is able to be out again. Local Chairman Kipp, at North Birmingham, desires you to furnish him with a list of the names of nons nearest you, and he will arrange to line them up. Remit your dues promptly to Bro. O. R. Doyle, Calhoun, S. C., for the first half of 1913, and get your new card. Don’t put this off until you be- come delinquent. Wish all a happy and prosperous New Year. Hu ROSE. Washington Division — We are almost 95 per cent solid, and the extra men are showing their willingness to join as soon as they earn the money to do so. If the Order fails to accomplish all we think it should, each one of us is to blame to the extent that we are capable of lending support and help, if we failed to do so. The few who are with- holding their support, while admitting that the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 119 Order is protecting their positions and seniority rights the same as the members are being pro* tected, should remember this. Combination, co- operation and organization is the order of the day, and no ;mprovement can possibly be brought about in any branch of the industrial world without joining together in an effort for its accomplish- ment. Our committee is in Washington, and no doubt we will soon have one of the best schedules in the South. Changes have been rather numerous, but as 1 have not received a single note, I may not be able to name all of them. Bro. J. W. Teates was on first Calverton dur- ing the absence of Bro. Jacobs, Bro. F. G. Faulkner on second Arrington, and Bro. Culton McCleary on third Tye River. The new temporary offices recently opened were not advertised, and are all filled by extra men. Bro. Burgess, first Charlottesville, is being re- lieved by Mr. Fields. I hope the boys will send me some notes and notice of any changes that may occur, in order that we may have a good write-up each month. Here’s wishing all a happy and prosperous New Vear. Div. Cor. Virginia & Southwestern Ry. Bro. A. R. Harklerood, the popular agent at Mountain City, in the service for a number of years, died November asth of Bright’s disease, leaving a wife and four little children. His funeral at Bluff City, Tenn., was in charge of our mem- bers, many of whom attended. There were many beautiful floral designs, among them being an O. R. T. wreath; the largest and prettiest design be- ing one sent by the Agents’ Association of this road, of which Bro. Harklerood was a member. Bro. T. H. Groner, of Clinchport, is at Moun- tain City agency pending bids, having relieved Mr. Trivelt, who went there when our deceased Bro. Harklerood was taken ill. Traffic is very heavy now, so each one do his best in helping handle it. Our new contract may give us more for doing so. Bro. J. N. Wagner, agent Duffield, was recently called to his home at Hunter, Tenn., owing to the illness and death of his mother. Bro. A. C. Homrick, owing to illness, resigned at St. Charles and is now at his home at Elk Park, N. C., succeeded by Bro. D. F. McCoy, of the V. C. Ry. Bro. T. H. Groner, of Clinchport, was relieved on vacation by Bro. W. J. Draper, and lie at Big Hone Gap by Bro. E. Counts, relieved on third Appalachie by Mr. Owens. Our local chairman made a very successful trip over the line recently. He secured promises of all the remaining nons but one for January ist. You brothers located near a worthy non should not stop until you bring him over. Show him the many ways he has been benefited by the O. R. T., and remember; “No card, no favors. Cert. 2072. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the Great Beyond our beloved brother, A. R. Harklerood, and we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well; and Whereas, We realize that Division 59 (V. & S. W. Ry.), Order of Railroad Telegraphers, has lost a true friend and faithful member; therefore be it Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved fam- ily our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his wife, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication, and a copy spread upon the minutes of the dvision. M. P. Ward, M. E. Farris, C. F. Smith, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heaveniy Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved mother of our worthy brother, J. M. Wagner; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Division 59 (V. & S. W. Ry.), Order of Railroad Telegra- phers, extend to the sorrowing members of the afflicted family and brother their sincere and heart- felt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publica- tion. M. P. Ward, M. E. Farris, C. F. Smith, Committee. Queen & Crescent Route (North). Alabama Great Southern Ry. — The boys are at work on the new block jobs, which have given employment to several new men. We hope the brothers will continue to answer the telephones promptly — the only drawback to the jobs. Bro. A. Thiel bid in first Tuscaloosa. Mr. Smith is on third there pending bulletin. Bro. Britton, of Bessemer, has been appointed superintendent of signals since the block opened up, relieved at Bessemer by Bro. May, from the A. C. L., pending bulletin. Bro. J. J. Carter, second York, has been ap- pointed local chairman. He recently made a fly- ing trip to Birmingham. He is endeavoring to get the A. G. S. in first-clase shape, and wc must do everything we can to help him. The company has not yet been able to secure enough operators to open all their block jobs. Those bidding on positions should send a copy of their bids to Bro. Carter at York, Ala., so that he can see that all get their rights. Any Digitized by Google

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120 The Railroad Telegrapher. changes or news of any kind will be appreciated if sent to me at Boligee, Ala. We are sorry to learn of the illness of Bro. Carter’s wife, and hope she will soon be out again. Some *good brother on the north end kindly take in the notes there and send them in about the fifteenth of each month, thereby giving us a good write-up in the journal. Wish all a happy and prosperous New Year. Yours fraternally, J. H. Anderson, 'Local Cor. Queen & Crescent Route (South). Vicksburg , Shreveport & Pacific Ry. — We are going to try and have a write-up in the journal each month hereafter. Send in all changes and other news you can by the aotli to the local chairman. Bro. Hoge, relief agent, relieved Mr. Runge, agent Arcadia, several days. Don’t forget your new card for 1913. It is the nicest one ever. Tell the boys, to all get busy and see how many new members we can get the beginning of the new year. Business is good, but the pay remains the same. Our own fault. Let’s get thoroughly organized. Help with the write-up in the journal each month, and help the local chairman to line up the nons. Send him the names of all the new men that come on the line and let him know what division they are from if members, so they can be transferred to this division. If they are nons get application blanks and go after them. Pay up your dues and see that others do likewise. Ninety-Four. Chicago & North Western Ry. Sioux City Division — With the coming of the Parcels Post we have our last year of reasonable express commissions. California tourist tickets are going begging in the face of our almost unusual winter weather. "See Iowa first.” Bro. Graham, from the Burlington, has taken Stanhope agency. Bro. Sands, of Stratford, has purchased a home in Ames, Iowa. Bro. Hayes, second Camaroon, assigned Sac City telegraph position. One of the discharged C. T. U. A. men from Western Union Sioux City, is on second Camaroon. Bro. Short is on vacation. Bro. Boysen relieved Mr. Wakeley at Lake City, promoted to freight inspector. Bro. Fagan relieved F. H. Baker a few days. Mr. Colburn, our new traveling freight agent has been around making the acquaintance of the agents and the public. We bespeak for him the co-operation of all the boys on this division. The convening of our general committee is more costly for the telegraphers than any other of the brotherhoods. They only have to negotiate upon the various kinds of work, while we have to prac- tically take each man employed and each position in the schedule and work them out one by one. This takes lots of time and money. Therefore, if we expect results we must pay our dues promptly. We hope that all of the members of this divi- sion will do so, in order that we may have a clean slate at the end of the dues period. We regret losing Superintendent A. W. Towsley, a perfect gentleman at all times, but rejoice in his promotion to second vice-president of the Ann Arbor R. R., and follow him with our best wishes for the success he so richly deserves. T. R. Galena Division — T. P. Dunbar, Proviso first, and Bro. B. E. Melloan,West Chicago third, who have been check- ing up delays at Proviso, and Dunbar days and Melloan nights for about 60 days, were relieve i respectively by Brown, Proviso second, relieved by F. J. Cantillon, and a Dressander, a new man, relieving Melloan. Bro. Collins, relieved by Holtzman on Proviso third, relieved Bro. Seaton at Nelson, who bid in Elburn agency, vice Cooper, resigned. Bro. “Bob” Hamilton, relieved on second Nelson by G. W. Reiners, relieved Bro. Dean, agent Nelson, laying off to tackle matrimony. Bro. W. S. Weller, first “HM” tower, while off sick was relieved by F. J. Cantillon. Bro. Mat- thews is relieving Bro. Rigby at Dundee. Bros. Melloan, Division 93, Ray 91 and Matthews 108 have been transferred to 76. Bro. Adler relieved Weber at Maywood, who re- lieved Agent Stringer at Troy Grove. Quite a number of the boys attended the C. O. R. T. Club smoker November aist, at the Masonic Temple, Chicago. More of the brothers should attend those meetings. Bro. L. F. Zadnichek has returned to third De- Kalb, after being at Union Grove station seven months, Bro. Sheller returning there. Bro. W. P. Matthews relieving J. W. King at Aurora, and later Bro. Rigby at Dundee. The boys at De- Kalb have been moved down stairs in the “new” yardmaster’s office. ' The general committee will soon convene in Chicago to negotiate for a new schedule. Let’s remit for our dues again early and get in all the nons we can making the division as near 100 per cent solid as possible. The phones will soon be working on the double track on this division. “HM” tower second bid in by F. O. Leath, Terra Cotta agency by J. S. Johnson and Manlius days by Bro. H. Goodman. No bids on North yard and **Q” tower. Everybody is busy now preparing for the exam- ination we will have to take on the new books of rules. Would like to have some brother on the Peoria and Freeport line send me some news each month. Zad. Madison Division — The automatic signals are now in operation on the double track, Butler to Clyman Jet. Butler is a three-trick office, with J. Cole on first, B. F. McIntosh second and H. E. Spornot third, J. E. Holden relieved the latter a few days. Tower Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 121 #4BJ,” the interlocking plant at the north end of Butler is also three tricks, with G. G. Avery first, Bro. C. J. Schroth second and A. E. Kling third. Sussex was made a one-man’s station, with Bro. C. R. Schwartz as agent, also North Lake, with J. A. Masners in charge. Bro. H. E. Collins bid in Ashippan and Bro. Knute Passelt is agent at Lebanon. Bro P. H. Steinhoff, first Clyman Jet. interlock- ing plant, while visiting his parents at Onalska was relieved by Bro. P. W. Avery, the agent, and he by Bro. E. S. Smith. Bro. W. W. Owen, Cly* man Jet. second, resigned, is now with the Soo line, relieved by L. H. Hartwig on bid. W. R. Peterson is on Clyman third pending bulletin. All the stations on the new line east of Friend- ship are busy loading tons of brick cheese from the factories there. Bro. M. H. Hanson’s wife, agent South Beaver Dam, uas called to Albany owing to sickness. Bro. G- E. Waala, South Beaver Dam second, is back from his honeymoon. Bro. B. G. Main is on South Beaver Dam third pending bulletin. Bro. L. D. Brown, agent South Randolph, has a fine new flat over a large department store to live in, near the depot. His wife and twin boys spent the holidays in Madison. Bro. A. Thiele is now on Friesland second and Bro. D. Dwyer on Friesland third pending bulle- tin. Bro. J. M. Jenks, third Dalton, spent Xmas with relatives at Wild Rose, relieved by Bro. E. S. Smith. Bro. C. G. Elgas is acting agent at Glenoak, vice Bro. H. E. White, who bid in Brooklyn third. Bro. O. N. Skundbery is on second Glenoak. Bro. A. C. Dcutschbien, agent Arkdale, is acting agent at Buffalo, while on bid, vice Bro. P. R. Sell man, resigned. Bro. Kuca, third Oxford, on vacation at his home at Haugan, Wis., was relieved by Bro. R. T. Wilson, who later spent Xmas with his parents at Montello, W*is. Grand Marsh is now a two-man station, Bro. C. M. Shane being agent and R. H. Lowe on second. A number of the trainmen are building homes at Friendship, the division headquarters on the new line. The stores and houses are scattered among pine and oak trees which hide them from view passing through. H. A. Ueker is dispatching third on West End, Bro. P. M. Keeffe relieving him on first, relieved by Bro. E. B. Keefe on second, and Bro. R. C. Yahnke on third. G. P. Bixby, back again, is on Necedah third pending bulletin, and Bro. A. W. Axelson on second. L. C. Mcrtens is at Shennington agency while on bulletin, vice Bro. G. H. Doering, resigned. North Tomali, Tunnel City and McCoy are now one-man stations, with Bros. M. H. Friesleben, W. H. DeHart and W. H. Richards in charge respectively. Bro. C. M. Keeffe, tower “DO” was relieved a few days by Albert Divan. Bro. E. S. Egan bid in Whitson agency, vice Bro. A. G. Verch to Platteville pending bulletin; and L. C. Rains, on Chase second, vice Bro. Jay Porter, while up for bids. Bro. Hugh Rice, second Madison, off several days sick, was relieved by Bro. J. W. Hibbard, relieved on Elroy third by Bro. N. A. Browne. Bro. Frank Haas of Janesville is at Deerfield pending bulletin. Bro. Edw. Welch is relieving Bro. C. E. L. Hansen, tower “OS” first, and I. Childs is re- lieving Local Chairman Schneider at Dausman, while they are on committee work. Bro. Ed. Schmidt, agent Summit, has returned from his farm in Canada, and Bro. C. A. Hummill who relieved him is at Lavalle second. Bro. A. L. Crump, agent Kendalls, has also re- turned from Canada, where he is interested in land, relieved by W. B. McKillip. A. G. Thomas is relieving Bro. J. F. Gannon, agent Mendota, on vacation. Bro. S. S. Webster relieved Martin Henderick* son, second Evansville, when he went to Chicago to have his leg treated. O. S. Butterfield relieved Bro. F. E. Warner, first “B” Baraboo, while visiting Chicago. Bro. C. L. Wilcox, agent Union Center, is slowly recovering from a severe attack of diphtheria, but is not yet able for duty. Let us not forget our dues when they are due. Div. Cor. Northern Wisconsin Division — Bro. Tingley, second Fon du Lac, off a few days to be married, was relieved by Bro. Hutchinson, third Oakfield. We all wish “Bill” a happy and prosperous married life. Second trick Wilton Jet. was pulled off, Bro. Kuenzi visited a few days at Oshkosh, then relieved Bro. Monroe at Fon du Lac, later going to South Oshkosh second, Bro. Mack laying off sick. Bro. Zuehlke was over the division lately, lining up the nons. He and his family spent Thanks- giving at Iron City, Mich., with relatives. He was relieved by Mr. McCoy, who later relieved Bro. Steeves on second “DS” and then resigned. Bro. Zuehlke is offering a dollar to every brother sending him the application of a new member. Get a list of the nons on this division, brothers, and let’s try to land them. One a month pays your dues. Eight of the boys attended the Fon du Lac meeting on December 25th. Bro. Panzer bid in third Burnett, relieved at Chester agency by Bro. Herrman, of Division 23, from third Buinctt. Bro. Builten, second trick Johnson’s Creek, bid in the agency there, vice Swap, resigned. John- son’s Creek second and Ft. Alkinson first now on bulletin. Jack Harris has been over the division, giving instructions on the local book of rules. Bro. Hassman, agent Wild Rose, is relieving Bro. Jaehnkc at Fort Atkinson, owing to ill health. Digitized by v^ooole

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122 The Railroad Telegrapher. Send all news items you can to Local Chairman Zuehlke, at Appleton, before the twentieth of each month, and keep the brothers on this division posted in this way. Remember: “No card, no favors.’* Div. Cor., and Cert. isS3- Minnesota Division — Assignments: Agents — Porter, Minn., T. E. Ericksson; Meriden, Bro. E. L. Backstrom; Jud- son, E. W. Johnson. Agent and telegrapher — St. Peter, Minn., F. A. Biersdorf. Telegraphers, first — Rochester, Minn., N. O. Tuberg; New Ulm, R. A. Pfefferlee; second — Janesville, H. T. Janke, Springfield, Minn; C. E. Mielke; third— St. Peter Jet., W. H. Byers; Eyota, F. Meyer; New Ulm, E. A. Nupert On bulletin: Telegraphers — second Canby, St. Peter Jet. and Judson; second and third Mankato Jet; -third — St. Charles and Janesville. Bro. E. C. O’Connor, second Lewiston, visited a few days recently at Chester and Rochester. Mrs. J. H. Furey, wife of the agent at Stockton, recently visited Bro. and Mrs. H. Jones. Bro. L. L. Larsen, formerly of St. Peter Jet., writes from Bliss, Idaho, that he is much pleased with the change. We all wish him unlimited suc- cess. Bro. J. J. Schlekeau, agent Eagle Lake, on a few days’ vacation was relieved by Telegrapher Luedke. Caution cards on this system were recently abolished. This caused St. Charles, Judson and Mankato Jet. third to be reopened to shorten the blocks. A large majority of the recent assignments were new men. This reason alone should make us see that they get on the right side of the fence quickly. Messrs. Boyle, Prescott and Carroll have been riding the time freights over the division recently, with a view of cutting down some of the delays and make faster time, especially on the Middle Division. Bro. J. G. Johnson, first Owatonna, was relieved on Christmas vacation by Bro. E. J. Dunn, from Tracy. Bro. W. F. Swanson, agent Judson, attended the meeting of the Eagles in Mankato recently. We should have one of our old-time rousing meetings soon, with a big turnout. Brockway and Sanborn and Bros. Groh and Mosher, of Mankato, attended the ball at Man- kato, given by Division 4, on November aad. We would do well to take notice of “the Omaha” boys and see if we can equal them. I want to thank the fifteen boys who responded to my call for assistance this month. Their help is most certainly appreciated. B. H. Nixon, Eau Claire dispatcher’s office, vis- ited on this division recently. We have not yet had enough snow this winter to put in use the Rotary and Roger plows. Bro. E. J. Dunn, who visited Owatonna Thanks- giving, is now working there. Bro. A. F. Sieg- ler spent Thanksgiving at New Ulm, and H. F. Jaunke, agent Traverse, at Janesville. G. C. Otto, who went to Wanda station, was relieved as cashier at Sanborn by P. Gooderum, from Porter. Telegrapher McConnell, Winona side wire, has resigned. Bros. A. J. Nelson and O. G. Groh were recent New Ulm visitors. S. A. Walrath, agent Ghent, while off owing to the death of his father at Kasson, was relieved by his son, bill clerk at New Ulm. Agent Kranzburg was relieved a few days by Telegrapher Vandorwarka, now on Watertown third. Telegrapher Pierce relieved Telegrapher Bartzen on second there while on vacation. Teleg- rapher Burrows has resigned. L. Kraft, from the Western Union, was on third St. Peter Jet. pending bulletin. Bro. L. B. Curran, off some time owing to :11 health, relieved Ticket Clerk Riley at Rochester a few days, but was forced to lay off again. Dispatcher Jim Jordan is the proud father of a nice boy. The committee will soon convene in Chicago to revise our schedule and the better the financial and moral backing it receives from “home,’* the better will be the results secured. Let us all help share tj^e expense as well as the fruits of its efforts by paying our dues more promptly than ever. Wish you all a most prosperous and happy New Year. D. J. M., Div. Cor. Black Hills Division, North Lines — Bro. J. C. Northrop is now agent at Chadron, vice L. E. E. Hill, now agent Rapid City, vice S. T. Skeen. Bro. R. J. Dietzler, from “FD” Chadron to Southwick agency, vice Bro. M. D. Smith, to new station Wayside. Bro. E. C. Reed, C. R. Bare, Dave Gustafson and others deserve credit for good work done. A list of nons will be furnished members at any time who desire to do missionary work. When Bro. Hite goes over the division aid him all you possibly can as well as at other times to secure the nons. When we have meetings all possible should attend. Sister Bare, Hermosa, can assist the ladies into the Auxiliary for a trivial amount, and thus strengthen our cause. Consider this. It is now Bro. J. L. Nye at Fairbum. The Parcels Post System contemplates C. O. D., prepaid, collect and other phases of the express business. Will we continue in the same old rut? Most of the nons on the north lines could soon be won over if every member, previous to each pay day, would write those they know a good, heart-to-heart letter. In what manner could they invest a small amount of money to better advantage than in an up-to-date card, and an M. B. D insurance certifi- cate? This is an opportunity for all to do “home missionary” work. Bro. Schicfelbein, of Rushville, who relieved Mr. Conner, agent Kilgore, for three weeks, was relieved by Bro. Carr, and he by Jas. Matesen. Digitized by Gooc

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 123 Bro. Blank, of Gordon, expects to be married shortly. First Trick Dispatcher L. VV. Dodendorf on a six months' leave for his health is running a store at Pine Ridge. We hope to soon see him back folly recovered. Certs. 343 and 1358. CARD OF THANKS. Comanche, Ia., Dec. 7, 1912. To Members of Division 76, O. R. T.: I desire to express my appreciation of the token of esteem and respect tendered on the occasion of the death of my father. p. p# Walters. Western Maryland Ry. Maryland Division — Another Yule-tide has passed, a period of much joy and gladness. Doubtless some lived througn that hallowed and gift-giving season with heavy and aching hearts, not even hearing the glad and cheery greeting of “Merry Xmas,” which would have meant much to such sad and forlorn beings. Let us trust, however, that He for whom we hold the day sacred, will provide for all such and count them among His chosen ones and call them blessed. We should truly be thankful that we have been spared to behold the dawning of another New Year, which we hope will abound with much goodness, good cheer and prosperity. Brothers, if we have not lived right during the past year, let us resolve to live differently through this coming year, and practice more and more brotherly love and good will toward one another, then our journey through life will be one of sun- shine and joy. From an organization view point, we on the W. M. have much to be thankful for, and feel truly grateful toward our grand Order that abounds with such noble traits for our individual and collective good. We have not increased as rapidly as I should wish, but let us all pull together in an effort to se- cure the few nons remaining out, and with renewed energy help to put our grand and noble Order on a higher plane than ever before and joy will fol- low in our wake, a few willing workers can ac- complish some things, but a united effort will avail much. The December meetings at Cumberland and Han- over were fairly attended and very interesting. Resolutions pertaining to the improvement of our present schedule were passed at both meetings, suggesting that the general committee prepare for a conference with the management by February. When the information blanks reach you give them particular attention and note thereon the true state of affairs existing at your respective stations and thus aid your committee to more intel- ligently legislate for your needs. Nominations and elections of local chairman for the different districts and a delegate and alternate to the convention of the Grand Division, will be held during the month of February, conducted in accordance with Section 69 System Division Statutes of our By-Laws. Bro. Deatrick bid in third “NX." Bro. Bange, while visiting the Monumental city, was relieved by Extra Myers. Bro. Breighner is at “G" pend- ing bulletin. P. M. Rohrbaugh bid in third “RS." It is now Bros. P. M. Sterner, W. N. Seneft, G. Bramm and R. E. Rohrbaugh. We hope others will follow their good example and the new brothers use their influence on those not yet con- verted to the cause. Bro. R. E. Rohrbaugh, who relieved Mr. Bupp, first “NX," six days, owing to illness, also re- lieved Bro. Lehman several days for the same reason. Your correspondent on a five days' business trip to Washington, D. C., was relieved by Bro. Seneft. General Chairman Bro. R. E. Smith, while at- tending the funeral of his only surviving aunt in New York State, was relieved by Bro. Wolfe. Bro. Breighner was off several days owing to serious illness of his father, whom we are pleased to note is improving. Bro. E. E. Ervin, who came to the W. M. the latter part of November, after working ten days in “G” office, was run down by a shifting engine and instantly killed in Hagerstown yard. His remains were shipped to Mitchell, Ind., where his parents reside. This incident is indeed sad and lamentable. Bro. Ervin unfortunately had no in- surance in the Mutual Benefit Department of the Order. The nons should take warning at such a sudden death and speedily affiliate themselves with the organization that is ever working for their well doing and protecting their loved ones when their summons comes. May He, whom we glorify, help you to decide quickly and favorably. My heartiest thanks to those of you who favored me with items. Keep on in your might toward our welfare. Cert. 2. Wesi Virginia Division — I have so far failed to see much mention of our new extension of the Western Maryland, between Cumberland and Connellsville, Pa. Any brothers having items please send them to agent W. M., Ohio Pyle, Pa., and they will receive prompt attention. Let us have a nice little write- up each month. Bro. Boor, local chairman from W. V. A. Jet., was over the line recently looking after the nons. Bro. Hyatt is on second Greenwood. Bro. Rafferty took in the sights of Connellsville recently. The new office at Indian Creek is to be opened soon. We hope all there will be brothers. Bro. Souser, of Division 33, was temporary dis- patcher at "GM" while the B. & O. were using the Western Maryland's tracks from Cumberland to Sandpatch. Two new passenger trains were put on during the past month, and other business is picking up. Digitized by Google

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124 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. R. \V. Lynch, “SY” second, off a few days recently oil account of the death of a near rela- tive. Bro. Blair is busy shipping buckwheat. Bro. Kelly, third Ridgley, took a trip over the line recently. We are always glad to see any of the boys. Brothers, don’t forget to assist us in getting items; we can have a write-up regularly if you will help. B. F. Rafferty, Cert. 213. Colorado Midland R y. Thomasville closed, Bro. Rose going to Cascade nights. It is now Bro. Woodworth at Florissant and Goodman at Aransas Jet. Bro. and Mrs. Cooper, of Granite, spent a few days in Denver, relieved by Bro. Stephenson. Bro. Strimple is now on third Cardiff. Bro. Pinder having returned from a lengthy vacation relieving him on second Leadville, and will take first there again, and Bro. Davinsky third, vice Mr. Sharpe. Bros. Maxwell and La Fever are lining up the nons on the west end. Sister Loveland has been elected general chair- man Ladies’ Auxiliary, Sister Rose general secre- tary and treasurer, Sister Gardner local chairman First District, and Sister Cooke local chairman Second District. ’ A charter has been granted to be known as Local No. 23. We are glad to get a local organized on this division and hope to soon swell the membership to a goodly number. Bro. James has just returned from his vacation in Illinois much benefited. Our regular division correspondent has been sick and busy, which accounts for his neglect and this imitation. “GO.” to work more than his limited time, but if he starts it he will be expected to keep it up. There is where the Order would come in — if we were organized and would stop it. Pass your journal along and let the nons see what’s going on. All the other roads are getting new schedules and working revisions of the old contracts, and we can do the same if we all get to work in earnest. Business is good and everyone is trying to get the business # through without congestion any- where, which is highly appreciated by the man- agement. I am in favor of getting well organized and assessing all the brothers a small amount and putting a salaried general chairman in the field to look after the nons and our general interests. Let’s hear from some of the brothers along the divi- sions about this. Gencial Secretary and Treasurer Bro. Ham- bright, agent-telegrapher and W. U. manager at Roanoke on the joint track, is a very busy man. and we should help him out by sending in our dues promptly. He will appreciate it. If neces- sary, we must make some efforts to have a national organizer sent down here to help us out of the old rut we are running in. It is an old saying that “a wise man changes his course, but a fool never docs.” Surely we can get these good men to change theirs. Lots of good men are quitting telegraphing on account of the high cost of living, and accepting positions offering better opportuni- ties for advancement and more pay, and it is fast draining out the competent men on the roads all over the country. A competent railroad man is usually competent enough for most any other class of business, having to be both a diplomat and business man to be successful on a railroad. Let us hear from some of the other brothers. Ever, Cert. 188. Texas & Pacific Ry. Let’s find out who’s our local correspondents for the different divisions and all get busy and get organized. Unless we help each other we will soon be still farther behind the times. Get after the non next to you, and get him in. He may never have been asked to line up and is only wait- ing for you to ask him. As soon as I get the application blanks I will line up five or six of the boys over here and get after some more of them. Mr. Caldwell, first Bells, has been laying off, relieved by Mr. Anderson, both good men whom we hope Bro. Hodge from Division 49 can land. Bros. Smith and Ardrey are no doubt looking after first and second at “HO.” We want to get solid and get after that $75 minimum. Those two boys at “DN” are both getting $75.00 jobs and should be in. The day man has a wife and little baby and should be in and get the M. B. D. insurance to protect them in case anything happened to him. I am afraiid some of the boys over there are violating the nine-hour law and keeping other good men out of a job. Such cases can be rem- edied through the Order when we get the mem- bership. The company will not demand a man Joint Track Division — Let’s turn over a fresh sheet and see if we can’t keep it cleaner than last year’s, and have something good to look back upon in our rainy-day age. Our division needs a little working over be- tween ourselves, and it will soon look like a new mill. Bro. Cade on split at Whitesboro, and Bro. Quinn, the newlywed, is relieving Mr. Weems, laying off on third. Boys, let’s get after the nons and induce them to join. Bros. Autrey, Hambright and Burford were in town recently, inspecting the pay car. Your correspondent and Bro. McClure were too busy holding the red board on 21 to examine Mr. Ewing's new’ car. Boys, please hand me a few items before the fifteenth of each month, so we can be up : .’..h the rest and have a nice write up. Stick together and next thing you know we will be as “solid as Gibraltar.” “No card, no favors.” Div. Con., G 2694. e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 125 % Illinois Central R. R. Louisiana Dix'ision — Christmas and New Year have come and gone, with the usual “swear-off” habits. If the rank and file would resolve to pay their dues more promptly and look after the non and delinquent next door, also pay their poll tax in order to vote, and then vote for the friends of labor, we all would be much better off. Business was never better. The telegraph busi- ness is also very good, both commercial and rail- road, and the shortage of good men is quite noticeable. Local Chairman Bro. Miller left for Chicago on January 4th, where the sub-committee met the general manager January 6th relative to the revi- sion of the present contract, which will have been in effect two years this coming March. Our gen- eral committee has made six trips to Chicago within the past ten years on this worthy mission, and has always “brought back the bacon,” and we hope this trip will prove no exception. The mem- bership should give the committee their lf'yal and hearty support. Where a general committee fails to get results it’s generally attributable to the indifference of the membership. Bro. Floyd Williams, agent Gullett, La., off sixty days, was relieved by B. E. Loar. Bro. G. A. White, third Gwin, on leave, was relieved by Bro. Fugate. The double track between Frenier and Kenner Jet. has been completed for all trains, which gives the Louisiana Division 180 miles of double track, discontinues a train-order office at LaBranch, La., and opens an all-night office at Manchac, La., with Bro. Jake Bogue in charge. Jake is also marshal and postmaster, just to keep him busy. We have gotten rid of that “prince of hard luck,” Lale Kemp, who is now “braking” for the Western Union as manager at Amite, La. Under- stand Witt Akers is going to Amite as assistant manager to Lale. The good people of Amite are assured of high-class (?) service. ' By investing in the O. R. T., Bro. C. W. Row- land, day operator and cashier at Flora, Miss., is now sporting the “wreath and sounder.” He and Bro. John are now ready for the next meeting at Jackson, Miss. Henry Fitzgerald has gone to work for the T. & P. in New Orleans (till they find him out). Bro. Kirk Rheams, second Harahan Jet., has resigned to go into the fruit and vegetable business at Kenner, La. Good luck to you, “KS.” Business at Hotel Nogan is on the “hummer,” because Bro. Merkle resigned as chef. Joey Lilly has quit taking his coffee there, and Senor F. K. Martin is rather blue over the outlook and is cussing the O. R. T. Our old motto seems to be relegated to the trash barrel, judging from the way some of our mem- bers are hob-nobbing with scabs, especially at New Orleans. It’s disgusting to say the least. It used to be: “No card, no favors” (or sociability). Let's get back to the old-time religion. Div. Cox. Chicago Great Western R. R. Xorthcrn Division — Bro. Jones, of "X” office, relieved by P. J. Sweney* relieved McAdams, nights, while m Chi- cago a few days. “Stand Pat Non” Liscomb, first Mclntire, re- signed, relieved by Bro. D. C. Burnside. Bro. Fleetwood to second Hayfield, relieved on third by Mr. Stanton. W. H. Whitman, third West Concord, resigned. Bro. J. E. Lennon, State Street yard office, who relieved Bro. C. E. Norris at first South St. Paul, away on committee work, was relieved by S. Wiley. Bro. C. A. Judd, first Randolph, relieved by Bro. E. G. Stack, on thirty days’ vacation; re- lieved on third by Bro. H. V. Lanolli, from the C. & N. W. Mr. Brown, extra agent, relieved Bro. Bumaide on first Mclntire, who relieved Bro. Klein, gone with the Western Union, Chicago. Bro. Frank Briggs, third Coates, on vacation, relieved by C. T. U. Huildall, relieved at West Concord by Mr. Linn, a new man. Brothers Petterson and Bumaide, of Dodge Cen- ter, and several other brothers attended the agents’ meeting at St. Paul on December nth. Your scribe, Bro. Kinne, of South St. Paul, spent several weeks visiting in Wisconsin and Chicago, relieved by Mr. Keyes. Bro. Wilson, third Riceville, bid in Rich Valley agency on bulletin. Mr. Sloggy, third Mclntire, has resigned, re- lieved by Bro. Specra. We are indebted to Bro. Bumaide, of Dodge Center for a contribution to this write-up, also one of our brothers who has only been here a short time, sent me a fine bunch of news. That is the sort of spirit to have. Boys, with a little more effort on your part we can have a good write-up every month. According to a circular sent out by the general committee, the prospects for a favorable settle- ment with the officials is very promising. One of the Northern Division “poet buds” has blossomed out and presents the following:. Mr. Storekeeper listen I pray. We’ve been out of oil for many a day; We haven’t any vitriol our batteries to fill, Just send us a little and send in your bill. For we need our supplies and can't work in the dark, Nor can we read Morse when our batteries won’t spark. We will willingly pay you any price you may ask, That we may continue with ease our nerve-racking tasks. Our lights have grown dim, our sounders don’t work. The way-freight comes in and we sweat like a Turk, Unloading the freight and trying to smile. While “DI” is calling and saying things vile. Ignorance is bliss and we work for an hour, While “DI” is calling on a wire without power. Digitized by Google

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126 The Railroad Telegrapher. If you are saving the pennies for this grand old road. Please do get busy and send us a carload; So we can buy supplies and set things aright, And see where we’re going all times of the night. A. Wilson. We hope the “sunshine" from the general com- mittee in Chicago will bring out other buds. Southern Division — Bro. A. C. Leach is back from the Wabash at Conception again. Bro. W. W. Wilson, agent Conception, is back from his vacation down in the Arkansas brakes, bringing with him one of those Arkansas belles. Congratulations, Walter. Old Dan Cupid will get all you boys some time. Bro. Wilson was relieved by our old friend, flro. Ben- jamin, who leaves a host of friends in Concep- tion; now in Chicago. Bro. L. B. Swearingen has gone with the D. & R. G. in Colorado. General Chairman Coleman is in Chicago on business. Hope he will have some good news for us soon. C. H. McReynolds has been appointed to third Savannah, Mo., and W. E. Travis, from the Rock Island, to third Afton Jet. The new union station there opened for business December aad. Bro. J. P. Check, from our Omaha Division, is on third Peru. Bro. C. A. Scarborough, formerly agent Mingo, worked a few days at Conception recently. Loosen up, brothers and sisters, and send me some news. Yours truly, L. M. Wil$on, Div. Cor. Seaboard Air Line. R. & A. District — We were glad to see so many at our last meet ing at Hamlet on December 15th. Superintendent W. A. Gore made a very impressive talk, which was enjoyed by all. He gave us a little personal experience, showing that the road to success is not always easy to travel, but that perseverance and faithful service bring success. Mr. Gore made it plain that when vacancies occur the men who have been faithful and efficient will be pro- moted to fill them instead of new men. This should be an inspiration to us for better service. Mr. Gore also made some very instructive remarks in regard to our work. After his talk we held a closed meeting, in which none but those having up-to-date cards were allowed to partici- pate, and are glad to say that none had to retire, although Bro. C. C. Thomas got mighty hungry before we got through. You should have seen the smile on Bro. Moore’s face as the boys came piling in. Sorry they all did not get there to hear Mr. Gore’s talk. The room was so full that some of us had to stand, but we enjoyed it and were glad to stand under such circumstances. Come again, boys; next time we will get a larger room. I was reminded of a meeting we had at Hamlet several years ago, and had to rent a hall to hold us. That is what we want again. It will do you good to come out and meet the men you work with, make the meetings more interesting, and bring that big. broad smile back on Bro. Moore's face. But if you can’t come, be sure to keep your dues paid up; that will make Bro. Cumming smile. Your family would also have something to help them through life in case you were to die; have you ever thought of that? You young men who have no families, would you not like to leave some in- surance to pay your burial expenses if you die before you are blessed with a family? Keep your dues paid up. Bro. Gardner, agent New Hill, on vacation, was relieved by our new brother, R. L. Moore. Bro. H. C. Booker, agent Cohen, is sick, and will be unable to work for some time. We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. W. A. Muse is relieving him. Let’s all strive to make this a better year than x9t-2- Cert. 63. San Pedro, Los Angeles 6. Salt Lake Ry. Salt Lake " Division — The writer, having made a trip from Salt Lake to Caliente, failed to find as many up-to date cards as he should have, but the nons all promise to come in pay day, and as pay day is here, we will see how many come in. The writer has also asked for notes from the boys, but they all fail to “come through." Looks like they were afraid of their jobs. When Bro. McGee comes to you, don’t plead “not guilty," but have the pasteboard to show him. If you haven’t, slip him the price and in ten days you will have one. Let’s get together, boys, and call a -meeting at Lynndyl, Delta or Milford some day shortly, and try to line this pike up. The rest of the Harri- man lines are solid, so why not this one? Bro. Qopening, ex-agent and operator on this line, is now located at Delta, in the real estate business, and ex-Bro. Dresser is also at Delta, handling the weekly paper, Millard County Chron- icle. Bro. Johnson is now working at Lynndyl as carpenter for the company, says telegraphing is too slow for him, as he draws $4.50 per day for this work. The eating house and operators’ re- treat at Lynndyl burned down December nth. Well, boys, remember, “No card, no favors." Let’s all get together and have a grand ball; then we will see more of each other. Don’t fail to send any news you can to Box 62, Delta, Utah. Lieut., Cert. 3036 Grand. Ulster & Delaware R. R. Agents, remember that the parcels post will no doubt mean a reduction of express matter, and consequently your wages go down. What is to be done to make up for the loss. There is only one answer, and that is: Help us to get organized and the loss will soon be overcome and agencies placed on an attractive basis. This is only pos- sible through organization of the majority. Begin now. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 127 What resolutions have you to make for the new year? Have you thought of speaking to the nons, some of whom have been with us many years, about joining and helping us to strengthen our cause and thereby secure improved working sched- ules. Now is the time to talk to them — when they are not busy and can't give the excuse that they will think it over when they get a chance and let you know. Get after them and don’t give up until you have their applications. We have shown them that we can secure a schedule, and they can’t re- ply now: “What has the O. R. T. done, anyway?” Bro. T. Ennist, granted leave of absence, has gone on the N. Y. N. H. & H., Bro. Maxwell bidding in the vacancy and Bro. Close the position vacated by the latter. Bro. Henson was relieved by Mr. Falk a few days. Bro. Marnett relieved the roadmaster’s clerk at Kingston while the latter was on vacation. Bro. Goodsell. agent Hunter, enjoyed a trip to Chicago recently. Mr. Lafferty, agent Cold Brook, gone to Florida. “PO.” Duluth, South 8hore A Atlantic Ry. Bro. McAtry, who went braking, is spending a few weeks in the western states. We had a banquet at our meeting in Houghton on December 28th. All the brothers should turn out to doings of this kind. We don’t have them very often, and all should take an interest and boom the good work along. Fiborn has a new depot, and Mr. Nimen invites all the boys to call and post him, so he will be able to be one of the brothers. W. G. Maker, agent Michigamme a number of years, has resigned, and is now in one of the stores at Ewen. Brothers, please send me all the news you hear. In that way we can have a better write-up each month. Loc. Coa. Toledo A Ohio Central Ry. Western Division — Dispatcher Clifford is being relieved by Extra EHspatcher Bearnes. Bro. Sheldon and Mr. Wilkins each worked twelve hours recently while Bro. Creps was sick. No extras to relieve him. Bro. F. H. Sheeran relieved Bro. Shaffer, third Thurston, on his honeymoon. Bro. Sheeran re- signed at Corning seven years ago and went to the K. & M. as dispatcher. Agent Rowe, St Marys, resigned, succeeded by Bro. Welshimer, and he as telegrapher and clerk by Bro. Stolz, from Rendville, leaving the latter open for bids. Bro. C E. Pearson appointed ticket clerk at Findlay, succeeded on second Marysville by Bro. J- H. Alexander, and he at “MF” tower nights by William Bronson. Bro. Elliott, West Mansfield, started the new year with a c*rd; also Bro. Smith at Ridgeway. Mr. Ream, second Kile, who, while at “MF” tower, pitched such great games for Marysville last summer, has signed with Syracuse to pitch in the New York State League. We are proud to know that one of us can do something else be- sides pound brass. Secretary-Treasurer Henderson’s chicken busi- ness last season was over $700 in sales of eggs and stock from his golden yellow-legged, black leghorns, which won first prize all over the state. Bro. Henderson has also invented a crimp washer, for track bolts and stoves, which allows for the expansion and contraction of heat and cold, with an everlasting come-back spring, 100- pound pressure. We are glad that one of our boys can do something to make a little money besides his salary. The new time card of December 15th makes almost everyone nice hours to work. Everyone watch and see that they do not break anything or let any live stock escape after the new year. The parcels post is going to be a suc- cess. Please send me all the news you can, and help keep this going. Many thanks to Bro. Henderson for his notes. Make this a new year’s resolution: “No card, no favors.” Friend and Bro. O. G. N. “800 Line” Ry. Chicago Division, First and Second Districts — Bro. F. C. Lefke, agent Hilbert Jet., off three months, was relieved by J. J. Dunn, and he on second by C. D. Cook. Bro. L. W. Sherman has returned to first South Oshkosh, after spending six weeks at his home in Norfolk, relieved by Bro. W. A. McWright, and he on second by E. Eckert. Bro. L. G. Althaus, who relieved F. E. Buttke, first Shop yards ten days, was relieved on third by George Wright, and he on second by T. J. Hawley. Bro. E. E. Clemens is back on first Fon du Lac, after being in Minneapolis with the committee since October 21st. He was relieved by Bro. J. H. Burns, and he On second by Bro. N. J. Frost, relieved on second Shop yards by George Wright. Please note we can again say “Bro.” J. H. Burns. Bro. M. A. Wittman, a member of this division and agent at Byron for many years, died suddenly at his home there, December 24th. The boys on the south end, Chicago Division, donated a beauti- ful floral offering. Bro. Wittman made several trips recently to North Dakota for his health, and had intended to move there with his family in the spring. They have our sincere sympathy. Sister M. A. Wittman, second Byron, was relieved by Bro. C. L. Clancy, owing to Bro. Wittraan’s death. Eckert bid in third Byron. Reifler was there pending bulletin. Bro. A. A. Haag, second Theresa, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. McKinley, who later re- signed. Bro. T. H. Schaeffer, second Rugby Jet., resigned to go into the automobile business at Schleisinger- ville, was relieved by Bro, A* N. Thelscnf gn<J he Digitized by Google

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128 The Railroad Telegrapher. on third by C. D. Cook, later relieved by Bro. J. M. Underwood. I unintentionally omitted the prefix “Bro.” when mentioning Bro. M. A. Chapman, second Wauke- sha, in November. L. L. Webster, agent Orchard Place, relieved by Helper Lemire, from Allentown, bid in first Ver- non, vice William Drumm, there pending bulletin. Bro. A. K. Satterfield, third there, returned from vacation, relieving O. P. Wright, who relieved T. J. Hawley, relieving McNair, second Vernon, resigned. Bro. Leo Winn relieved Van Brunt, “owl” at Camp Lake, resigned, relieved on second Trevor by C. D. Cook. Bro. A. T. Meyer bid in Wheeling agency, re- lieved as agent Stockton by Bro. John W. Wilson, and he as agent Custer by Helper A. North, from Montello. R. H. Gleason was in Mr. Hudson’s office sev- eral months. Second Vernon, third Hilbert Jet. and second Rugby Jet. up for bid. Bros. Loek and Wilson sent in items this month. Let everyone help out with an item or two each month. Jack Frost, Cor. Lake Eric & Western Ry. /. & M. C. Division — . If you have not got your new card yet, for your own benefit pay up your dues for the first half of the new year. All should attend to this very im- portant duty without further delay. Each brother should make a special effort to make this the ban- ner year by doubling the membership. If the proper interest is taken it will be. Many have not yet paid the assessment sent out some time ago asking for an amount equal to your monthly increase, to be applied on the ex- penses of the division in the negotiations. Any one wanting information on this subject should write the G. S. & T., who will only be too glad to give it. Talk this matter over with the non members in your vicinity and endeavor to get them to do their duty. Look up the rulings covering the election of division officers and delegates to the coming ses- sion of the Grand Division. Official ballots will be mailed each member early in February, with in- formation as to voting. Each member is requested to give this matter prompt and careful attention. The necessary nominations should be in the hands of the G. S. & T. according to the constitution, so that the proper information may be sent out to the membership at the proper time. Only two brothers sent us items. If the whole membership would take an interest in these write- up items for just one month, we could have an interesting write-up. Look through the journal and see the interesting items given from other divisions and try and give the L. E. & W. a good general representation for at least one month. If tried once, all would be more than anxious to hold it all the time. We are pleased to report that it is now “Bro.” Scully, agent at Fishers. Bro. Green was off several days recently at tending his sister's wedding at Tipton. Mr. Huddleson, third Sharpsville, on a two weeks' vacation in the southern part of the state, was relieved by Mr. Clapper, third Jacksons, and he by Extra Eades. Clapper also relieved Bro. Scudder, agent and first Sharpsville, while visiting relatives in Ft. Wayne. Bro. Bryant, first Fairfield, changed tricks with Bro. Green, second, owing to the former's illness. Bro. Rolfe, first Marshall, was unable to be relieved over Christmas, owing to the scarcity of men. Bro. LaFeber, agent Walkerton, recently spent Sunday with his parents at Atlanta. We hope more of the brothers will send in items next month. Don't forget those dues; don't for- get the nons; don't forget that we need and must have an increased membership; don't for- get that you are the one to help bring about the desired result, and don’t forget all the other things in the interest of the Order in which you should take an interest. Local Chairman. Lehigh Valley R. R. Buffalo Division, Buffalo to Sayre — Some of the L- V. boys attended the Elmira meeting on December 3rd, and enjoyed it very much. We tried to notify all of them in time, but ^sorry that there were a few who did not hear of it until too late to go. It is only at the meetings that, we are able to find out what is going on, and what we hear there braces us up to work all the harder for what we are after. We need more such meetings right here along the L. V., so all the boys on this line can get to them. A forenoon or afternoon meeting and one in the evening at least once a month, would go a long way toward helping us to complete organiza- tion on this road, and the quicker we get together in this way and do something, the better it will be for us. Mr. Chadwick, third Ithaca, and Mr. Shaub, second Geneva Jet., are both down with typhoid fever, which we are very sorry to hear. They are both first-rate fellows. Mr. Chadwick has a fam- ily and I am sorry he is not a member so the boys could have helped him out. It docs not pay to be without a card. Mr. Shaub will, no doubt, join when he recovers. Mr. Torrey, at Gorham, resigned, relieved by Mr. Miller. Bro. Beyer is now on third Ithaca, relieved at North Spencer by Mr. DeMont. The engineers have secured another raise in wages. Just ask an engineer what got it for him and he will very quickly tell you “thorough organization, nothing else." When we see it that way we will be a great deal better off. A “non” who complained that “the engineers or train crews had no respect for an operator on this road” will find when he can show them an O. R. T. card he will be respected as much as any one. If you wish to be respected by all union men, show that you respect them by becoming a member of your own organization. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 129 Now, boys, wc want to have a write-up from the L. Y\ in The Telegrapher every month, and I will appreciate it very much if you will all send me every item of news you can. Let us have something from the Mchawk & Auburn Divi- sion. Boys, wake up down there, and let us know that you are with us, and ready to help us get what we are after and what justly belongs to us. Cert. 1202. Chicago, Rock island & Pacific Ry. Colorado Division — The two meetings at Good’^nd, October 26th, and November 23rd, were both banner ones, with a good attendance. At the meeting on October 26th. we took in five new members, thirty up-to- date members from this division being present. After adjournment we were royally entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Creighton by Mrs. Creighton and Mrs. Manion, with the best of music and refreshments. Twenty-two were present on November 23rd. Several others were in the city but business and other engagements prevented their attendance. I hope that in the future every one can arrange to come to the hall, if in town, for it has always seemed, so far, that for just the ones who are in town and not present we have the best arguments, and points of most interest to them. Bro. Brown and Mrs. Brown came all the way from Kansas City, and we certainly enjoyed their being with us, besides the good ideas we gained from Bro. Brown’s talks in the discussions. After adjournment, Mrs. Harry Hill, assisted by Mrs. Creighton and Miss Darling, entertained us as if we were kings and queens, with music and refreshments, and we all certainly had a mighty dandy time. Bro. Edwards writes me from Kansas City that he will sure be out to my next meeting and we will “celebrate” in true style. Something of the kind would indeed be very seasonable and will be a good drawing card. Since October 1st, thirty-two new members have joined on this division. There are only a few left on the outside. Let’s get in the rest and make it solid, as we want a delegate and an alternate from this division to the Baltimore convention, and it takes one hundred members paid up to De- cember 31, 1912, to get that. Ask your local chairman who belongs and who does not belong. Bro. W. J. Edwards, our G. S. A T., covered tbi» division with your local chairman the first week in November and secured fourteen applica- tions. Bro. Edwards also secured ten applications on the Nebraska Division the week following. October was the banner month of the whole year, i-ne hundred and thirteen new members being taken into Division 126; an average of six to the divi- s-ion. The nearer our membership approaches that too per cent mark, the more pleasant our relations, the better the conditions, and the improvement in business. Bro. Hays discharged October 23rd at Genoa for the “improper handling of train orders,” but after a careful investigation it was learned that he was not really discharged for that reason. We hope Bro. Hays is well employed on some other good road. Bro. Cherry is now at Calhan. Bro. H. F. Martin, assigned to Gem agency. Bro. A. D. Williams, Goodland, is now extra dispatcher. Work as night chief dispatcher has somewhat impaired Mr. Creighton, owing to im- paired health, has gone back on second. First Trick Dispatcher, Harry Hill relieving him as night chief, E. D. Sheehan taking first. M. L. Ellis, former chief dispatcher, is now train master under Supt. Greennough at Dalhart. Bro. Hedrick, Goodland, resigned, relieved by Bro. Bailey from th^ O.-W. R. & N. “Dad,” if you see this write me for your pay check. Bro. A. R. Epps was just recently relieved at Good- land, write us, “V.” Three relay men wanted for Goodland, $82.50. Bro. Cherry, El Paso Division, who relieved Bro. Murphy, third Limon, for three weeks, also relieved Bro. Cuthbert, second Roswell, to attend the Goodland O. R. T., ?nd also relieved at Cal han. Sister Klass, second Seibert, was in Denver doing Christma# shopping. Bro. Britt assigned to third Burlington, and Bro. W. J. Reals to third trick Norton. When you bid on positions, be sure to send the local chairman a copy of your bid, so you can be protected by your committee in case there is any dispute as to whether you are entitled to the position. Make four copies of your bids, so you can keep one yourself. With very best wishes and soliciting informa- tion on matters of your overtime, Sunday hours, seniority rights, etc., and greetings of the season. And don’t forget the golden text, “No card, no favors.” Lee. Oklahoma Division — Regular meeting December 21st, was not very largely attended. Most of the brothers probably stocking up for Christmas. Bro. Snodgrass, Sr., even failed to show up. General Chairman Bro. Brown was on the divi sion a few days in December, Bro. Pete Joyce, of El Reno yard, subbed a few nights at Chickasha. The mother of Sister Peck, Chickasha, died just before Christmas, and Sister Peck went to her former home for a few days. The division is now at high water mark, tlu only nons left are the agent at Okarche, night man at Kingsfisher and the agents at Hastings and Geronimo. Let’s get busier than ever and smoke ’em out.. There are seventy-nine men employed on the division, seventy-five of these hold cards, and we also have five men who are not ih the service, but hold cards just the same in this territory. This looks like a little better than 100 per cent. Bro. Reed, of Minco, was off a few days moving his family to that point. Bro. Hightower is on Waurika yard third. Bro. W. H. Gilbert relieved Bro. Austin at El Reno passenger station. Digitized by Google

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130 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Pat Connor was at Enid a few days last month. Bro. Fred Pittman reports the busiest Christ* . mas in years at Waurika. It’s the first crop those people have made in four years, so com- mission ought to be mounting up. Bro. J. M. Martin bid in Pocassett station, vice Bro. Emmet Bevis to Lone Wolf, vice Mr. Stovall. Bro. Meador, of Minco, spent Christmas at a boarding house while the family visitied home folks. Bro. Grum, at Union City, 'reports young Christ- mas visitor at his house. Bro. Varney, appointed agent Enid, vice Bro. Bowman transferred to Chickasha. Hennessey is again solid. Long may she wave. A ballot has teen sent out to vote on the man you wish to serve the next two years as general chairman, general secretary-treasurer, local chair man and representative to the Grand Division at Baltimore next May. I wish to be elected repre- sentative for this division to the Baltimore con- vention. If the brothers think I can do the most good for the division in so representing them, vote for me. If some other brother can do the most good, vote for him. It is not personal ambi- tion with me, I want what is best for the O. R. T., especially that part of Division 126, named the Oklahoma Division. As to again acting as local cuairman of this division, if my past record in this office is agreeable to the membership, I will be glad to serve another two years. It may be well to review a little what has trans- pired since taking charge of the work in June, 1911. At that time there had just been a little difficulty between some' of the members on this division, there were no meetings held, the schedule was being violated with impunity on the part of both the telegraphers and the company, vacancies were not bulletined with any regularity and there was a great lack of enthusiasm in regard to the work. At present we arc practically 100 per cent strong in membership; bulletins are issued accord- ing to schedule; there is a perfect understanding between the officials of the division and the mem- bership and a hearty co-operation between them. There has been very few grievances, none have been entirely lost. All overtime is promptly paid and seniority is the factor used in filling vacan- cies. I do not wish to claim credit for this. All I have done is to work and try to keep the move- ment on the forward march. The brothers them- selves are the ones to whom credit is due, and I challenge any division on the Rock Island if not in the entire country to show the same spirit or interest in our work that is shown by th£ brothers on this division. If you wish me to remain local chairman for the coming two years remember this much: If at any time, there is a man on the division who is better able to handle the work, more familiar wdth conditions of schedule or in a better location for going in and straightening up affairs than I am, all that is necessary for him to do to re- lieve me is for you to signify by a majority vote that such is desired and I will at once turn over all papers, records, and all business of the division and will assist him in every way. As I before stated, it is not personal ambition with me, 1 want to do what is best for the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, and that I will do until the end of the chapter. C. H. Meaikml Indian Territory Division — I hope all the members and the nons received Bro. Brown’s letter of December 1st, as to the conditions on this division. The men who have had their salaries raised from $5.00 to $7.50 through the efforts of the Order, should be given to understand that it is to “their" best interest to join. Bro. F. C. Townsley, second Barber, bid in sec- ond Stuart, vice Bro. W. C. Ethridge, who bid in second Mansfield, and spent Christmas with his parents in New Mexico. R. E. Anderson, agent Mansfield, to j^lderson agency, relieved by L. W. Evans. Hartford second closed making it 1 2 hours job. Bro. S. F. Beecham resigns, returning to his home in Indiana. Bro. H. H. Martin bid in the 12-hour trick. Bro. J. H. Bell has returned to Monroe agency, having spent some time with relatives in “Dixie." Bro. R. S. Hutchison returns to Howe first, after working extra in Haileyville relay for some time, vice Bro. Wycoff to Alderson. J. E. Jones is now at Hughes. Bro. J. H. Lewis is late wire chief at Haileyville, O. S. Jones returning to Topeka. We are always glad to hear “JN" on wire with his pleasant “GM.” Bros. J. G. Wyatt and Elmer Pyle are the new men in “HY." Bro. A. T. Evans, agent North Coalgate, of! owing to the death of his child, relieved by J. G. Thornburg from the Katy. “SO." Kansas Division — Bro. F. D. Ochs has gone to Kansas City with the Postal. T. M. Daniels from the I. & G. N. is on first McFarland. Robert Stepp was relieved a few days by a new man. Bro. \Y\ J. Edwards was over the division re- cently and was quite successful in lining up the boys. We arc now solid with the exception of about three on the whole division. There is a solid line-up at Alta Vista and it is now Bros. F. W. Hobbs, D. W. Cozod and G. Richardson at Holton, making Holton solid; Bro. Harper at Hoyt, the agent at Straight Creek, W. A. Armstrong, C. Griggs and J. A. McGovern at Volland. Bro. O. E. Bonecutter, who has been relieving I. II. Ilallock at Horton, has gone to HerHng- ton as relief agent, and will move his family there. We all hate to see him leave Holton. Bro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 131 Some of the boys have been having trouble getting relieved on account of the shortage of operators. Bro. J. A. B. at Holton sent me some items and if a couple more would do the same for the next month’s Telegrapher, we can have a good write-up. F. H. M.f Cert. 1610. McFarland, Kan. Missouri Division — G. Eh Briggs from Altamont relieved your cor- respondent on second Columbus Jet. lor a few days' visit around Des Moines and Trenton, Mo. Our line-up is better than ever before. Now, Jet every one help to line up the rest of the nons, so we will be solid when the committee goes in for new working conditions and more money. New office created at Udell, Bro. Cox on second and Mr. Holmes on third. Watch the schedule and see that it is not vio- lated. Keep up to date and when a new man hits the division find out if he is a member, and if not, get his full name and send it to the local chairman, and drop the division correspondent a line of everything going on, so we can have some news each month. The new brother at Trenton relay office is Carl DeLong, who has come back to us from the C. R. Division. Not a man on the entire division furnished any news for this month. It is hard to get it all down here on this end. There was a* good meeting at Trenton, Decem- ber 14th, well attended. Bro. Brown gave us a good talk on what we are entitled to, if we only knew. You are missing a great deal by not going to these meetings. There will be one at Trenton every month. Dates to be made later. Watch for them and come and get acquainted with the boys. All at Trenton office are good live wires and they will show you a good time. R. E. Freeman bid in second Eldon. Mr. Lynn at East Pleasant, off to get married. I hope this will be the means of getting him lined up when he returns. Now, boys, everyone send a little news for next month to C. G. King, Columbus Jet. Minnesota Division — Bro. Einwalter was called home to attend his father’s funeral. Bro. Suddendorf returned to second Ellendale, relieved on Albert Lea second, by C. D. Wood, first Curtis. Bro. Ingle has re- signed and gone back to Silvia. Bro. C. J. Shauger is back, after thirty days’ absence. Bro. L. W. Eaton, agent Medford, who relieved Bro. McConnell at Plymouth Jet. agency, gets Hope, Minn., agency. Bro. Yusts relieved Bro. A. C. Peterson, first Owatonna, resigned, to take up his duties as deputy auditor there. Understand wedding bells are ringing around Owatonna. Cigars Smith. M. J. Shauger is now at Northwood nights. Bro. Henry, from the Louisiana Division, is on second Faribault. Brothers mail Bro. Suddendorf, at Ellendale, all the news you can. Csrts. 637 and 1107. West Iowa Division — W. W. Spickard, agent Valley Jet., has been succeeded by F. L. Eaton, from Little Rock, Ark., J. S. Kintzley is on Valley Jet. depot second. Bro. A. F. Anderson from the C. & C. B. Iowa Division of the Milwaukee is now on Valley Jet. depot third, and has transferred to Division 126. Bro. Boise, Valley Jet. yards third, was relieved for a week by Bro. Budd. E. Huffman, from the C. N. W., Saylor, Iowa, is now on Stuart third. Quite a number of the R. I. boys from the immediate vicinity of Des Moines and from off the St. P. & K. C. Short Line attended the Decem- ber meeting of the Des Moines O. R. T. Club, on December 15th. The boys along the line on the Iowa Division should attend these meetings held every Sunday in the Assembly Rooms of the Kirkwood Hotel. General Chairman Brown gave an interesting talk. Ray Correll has moved from Valley Jet. to Casey, and is now on third there, owing to the poor health of Mrs. Correll, her parents being located at Casey. Bro. H. O. Lorenzen, who was relieved by B. W. Sankey, acting agent Des Moines, as acting agent Atlantic, is back on first there. Bro. M. E. Wallace back on second, and Bro. J. H. Redmond back on third after a few days off, vice Bro. J. O. Budd. The inspecting party went over the division recently inspecting the low and high joints. We had our stations all in a tidy condition but they never even stopped to give us a smile. Trainmaster C. W. Lafler, Atlantic to Brook- lyn, is looking after the box and stock car sit- uation. At times these cars are very scarce. E. D. Hungerford is the new trainmaster Atlantic to Omaha. Boys, send me some news if only a line. Thanks to those who did. Do it again. Bro. H. B. Boatright, agent Anita at Atlantic, recently called as a witness in the interest of the company, was relieved by Bro. L. E. Hubbell. C. E. Roberts Company, electrical engineers, has completed the arrangements for lighting the depot and platform there, with electricity. Bro. H. E. Hill to Earlham second, retired at Anita by Bro. E. H. Pardick. Bro. R. Correll, first Valley Jet., bid in third Casey. “No cards, no favors.” Bro. C. S. Ross, from the “Soo Line,” is now on second Adair. Bro. Marshall, the agent there, is now at Perry, Iowa, for the Milwaukee. Owing to the shortage of agents, Bro. Lyons, agent Wiota, was compelled to remain, even though threatened with an attack of appendicitis. Bro. H. M. Hansen, second Avoca, with his wife and daughter, spent Thanksgiving with their folks in Stuart. Bro. M E. Wallace is lining up the nons on Audubon and Griswold branch. Bro O. S. Marshall, extra dispatcher, is back at *‘Q” Council Bluffs, and J. E. Stroble, from Digitized by Google

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132 The Railroad Telegrapher. a ninety days’ stunt on his claims. J. W. P. is on nights and E. C R. on his annual lay-off. A great many do not read the journal care- ful enough to get the good there is in it. See that the nons get it and read what Bro. Lindell has to say in the October number, on page 1487- He sure has the idea. We are the O. R. T. “Hub," Cert. 1449. Des Moines Valley Division — Bro. Boling, agent Oskaloosa, Iowa, has been promoted to train dispatcher at Des Moines; Bro. Gibson succeeding him. Positions bulletined and assigned: First Oscaloosa, Bro. Forche; second, E. D. White, formerly In- dianola; second Ottumwa, Miss Bessie Funk; sec- ond Winterset, Bro. Toson; Rose Hill, Bro. Goeschka. Bro. Mattersick, agent Evans, has returned after a month's vacation. He now has three oper- ators. The third man was badly needed. Work is very heavy at that point. It is now Sister Funk, at Ottumwa. Help your local chairman to clean up the rest of the nons, also send me any items you can to make a snowing for our division in the journal. F. A. Forche, Local Chairman. Chicago Terminal and Illinois Divisions — Carbon Cliff, Depue, Tiskilwa and Seneca have been opened as continuous offices in the Illi- nois Division, with a number of new men. Don’t let any of these nons working with you in the same office rest until they have cards in their pockets. Remember our motto: “No card, no favors.” And let’s make our division too per cent, soN we can have our own delegate at the Baltimore convention, May next. Spring Valley agency was bid in by Bro. W. J. McCormick, vice Bro. G. C. Bradford, appointed at Genesee, vice C. Brown, pensioned. We hope to have Genesee agency on our schedule in the near future. Seneca has been made a relay station for crews between Silvis and Blue Island, to avoid violating the 16-hour law. Bro. Gillette, first Seneca, was called home recently by the serious illness of his father, relieved by Telegrapher Brown. The telegraph office from the old depot at Joliet was moved to the freight office and all message work excepting passenger business is now handled there. Bro. T. J. Hicks, third La Salle, just re- turned from a hunting trip with First Trick Dis- patcher Teeters, former relieved by Bro. Rem- hart, from Depue, and he by Mr. Graham from Carbon Cliff. Wishing you all a happy New Year. Fraternally, C. D. W., Cert. 309. Lake Shore A Michigan Southern Ry. Toledo Division — About thirty-eight were present at the meeting held in Tolelo, November xath. The boys were all disappointed that Vice President Newman was unable to attend. Bro. Kipp, genera] chairman gave us • a very interesting talk, explaining the rules of the new schedule. Attend the meetings and get in the “Misters.” Mr. Light, Oberlin nights, recently referred to as “brother” is an “ex-brother.” Bro. Trickey relieved on second Bay Ridge and Collin wood “ND” a few days. Mr. Prescott on third “ND” pending assignment has returned from the B. & O. to the L. S. again. Bro. R, Harris, third Ceylon, relieved by Mr. Reynolds, relieved ex-Bro. Thompson on third Vermillion, who relieved Mr. Harris on second, while sick. Bro. Fleckner relieving the agents is back at La Carne nights, vice Mr. Collins relieving Bro. Heller, third Amherst, a few days. Bro. Bell, second Port Clinton, nursing a broken finger, relieved by Mr. Davis, and he on third by Bro. Burns, third Bay Ridge. Bro. Stagner, Wakeman nights, went hunting, accompanied by his bride, on his wedding trip through Michigan and other states, relieved by Bro. Trickey. Congratulations. It is now Bros. Conley, second Bay Bridge, and Baldwin, first “BR” tower. Brothers leave no doubt in the minds of the exclusive agents that it was the O. R. T. that secured their recent raise in wages. A relief agent and operator, $80.00 per month, and relief operator and leverman, $75.00 per month are up for bids. Be sure you can handle a po- sition before you bid on it. The few delinquents should be induced to pay up and we should all keep in good standing. Now is time to pay your dues for the new year. Bro. Matthews, third Berea, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Leauteck. Bro. Munce, third Oak Harbor, is now on third Gray town, Mr. Collins on second and Mr. Has- selbart on first, pending disposition of Martin, which will probably be Closed. Mr. Gallup, day leverman Genoa, was recently married. Bro. Klienance, first Elyria Jet., on ten-day vacation, was relieved by Bro. Burrer and he on third by Bro. Trickey, who also relieved Bro. Haley, third Milbury Jet., while visiting rela- tives in Pennsylvania, during the holidays. Bro. Heller, third Amherst, was off for ten days. Boys, don’t allow trainmen while around your office to use the phone, unless the dispatcher asks to talk to them. When we worked the wires they had to do business through us and the same rule should govern now. The company pays us to do the work and by allowing trainmen to use the phone, unless they are personally called for we are simply killing our own chances. Do your own work yourself. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 133 It means much to you to be up to date at all times. Many thanks to Bros. Haley, 'ftickey and Stagner for notes. All you boys send me notes before the 20th of each month. Happy New Year. “Oak,’’ Cert. 459. Eastern Division — Bro. J. V. Kauffman relieved J. G. Sherry, second Erie, several days. Bro. Bolts, who relieved Wm. Bell, Girard Jet- first, while off, relieved by Bro. Bolts, later resigned. Bro. E. J. Kane, Erie third, relieved Thanks- giving day, by C. J. Sweitzer, and Bro. J. F, Greisinger, West Seneca third trick, by Bro. E. J. Smith. Bro. A. D. Diefenback, Wctfield first trick, off several days, relieved by Bro. Schroeder, and Bro. S- A. Wright, Lake View third, by Mr. Shepard. West Seneca yard made three tricks for the winter, J. G. Sherry bid in third. Bro. Harry Cantrick, relief man, was a recent Buffalo visitor. Bro. E. G. Gifford, P. & E. Crossing, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. J. V. Kauffman, and Bro. Crawford by Mr. Hillgouler. • Bro. J. F. Graney relieved E. J. Throne, Erie depot, spending a few days with his family at Bath, Maine. Bro. Ed. Weitman (the parson) Buffalo Creek second, while at Dellwood preaching, was relieved by O. W. Snyder. Bro. T. J. Clancy, first P. & E. Crossing, who has just completed a term as a member of the Eastern Division safety committee won on all points taken up, which proves his worth as a committeeman. Our new Bro. A. C. Meehl is at Canadaway. Bro. R. C. Garnow was a recent Painesville so journer. Bro. Beideick, second at B. & O. Paines- ville, off over Christmas, relieved by Mr. Bonnell, and Bro. Chadwick, first Lake View, by M. O. Ben- nett. We want three delegates to the convention next year, one for every 100 members. Brothers get in that non working with you. Division dues were raised from $3.00 to $5 00 by recent vote. Mutual benefit department assess- ment slips and division dues cards have been mailed. Boys, pay up and don’t let the chairman have to remind you of it. Wishing you all a prosperous New Year. Yours fraternally, E. G. Gifford, Div. Cor., Cert. 287. Detroit Division — The double track between Detroit and Toledo in conjunction with the M. C., will probably in- crease the dispatcher’s staff at Detroit, and create new positions. The Lake Shore is to operate the new tracks. Bro. Mike Rehfuess, second Monroe, while help- ing out at “JD,” was relieved by Bro. Roberts, and he on third by Mr. Prankee, from West Toledo. Sid Wilson has returned to second Tecumseh, Kenneth Aten going back to second West Toledo. Red Wilson has returned to second Norvell, our new Bro. J. W. Sackett, going north after deers. Several towermen from the Toledo Division at- tended the meeting at Toledo, November 12th. All brothers who can possibly do so should attend these meetings. It not only increases social inti- macy between brothers, but a lot of knowledge is acquired regarding the O. R. T. Bro. Smith has done some good work on the Detroit branch lately, and we hope to soon have that end solid, and the few still out on the Jack- son branch. Remember what the committee gained for them last time and get in line. Brothers send me any news or items you can by the 20th. It will be greatly appreciated. “HU,” Cert. 373- Michigan Division — It is time now to get new cards, brothers; also see that the non on the job with you gets a card — show him where he is in bad, and that by having a card he has made a profitable investment. A sound treasury means good schedules, so get these fellows in as fast as possible. Vacancies occurred recently at Schoolcraft, Cold- water, Sturgis second, and third Swan Creek tower, and third Maumee River Bridge. The meeting at the Jefferson Hotel, Toledo, the evening of November 12th, was very well attended. Get together,, brothers, and learn wtiat is going on in the labor world. Items received from brothers on this division — NONE. Ckrt. 353- Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. Relay Division, Lines East — Your committee reached an amicable settlement with the officials on December 10th, securing bet- ter conditions, with increases where salaries were considered low. We have made some progress which will prove beneficial to the majority of telegraphers on the system, and you are to be congratulated on voting overwhelmingly to sustain your committee. Although we were not all bene- fited personally this time, this is a matter of business co-operation where we unite to regulate a standard of wages and better working conditions, which has been done through the recent negotia- tions. Compare your salary of today and six years ago and you will realize how much you have been benefited through the organization. A nine-hou|* position, which paid $65 a month then, today pays from $80 to $90 a month for an eight-hour day. If you didn’t do your part in supporting the organization, someone else had to, who in many cases never received a cent of benefit. The re- sponsibility of maintaining what has been accom- plished rests in your hands, and you should pay your dues promptly and not wait to see what me committee is going to do before you pay up. Such selfishness is very poor unionism. Some members are working in offices who do not know if the other fellow belongs. Boys, find out who is “up-to date’’ in your office and who is not. Keep after the backsliders; make them show their cards, and Digitized by Google

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134 The Railroad Telegrapher. see that they keep in good standing. Some of these fellows are posing as members who haven’t been in good standing for six months. When in doubt, ask the local chairman. From an organization standpoint the division is in the finest condition, and every member should use persistent efforts to maintain the present standard. Give the nons no rest until they join. They are willing to take the benefits derived through the O. R. T. and expect their friends to pay the bill. No special assessment will be necessary, as Divi- sion 130 has a surplus of money after paying the expense of recent negotiations. This is some- thing no other organization has ever done and maintained as large a committee as ours. The committee received nothing but courteous treatment from the officials all through the nego- tiations, and you should show your appreciation by rendering good service and conducting your- selves in an orderly manner, which will be to your interest in the future. After receiving a copy of the schedule, don’t throw it to one side after looking at the wage scale; read the rules and become thoroughly ac- quainted with them, and anything not understood will be gladly explained. If you have a grievance, write it up, and there is very little doubt but what it will be properly adjusted if taken up in the right manner with the local chairman. Kickipg about it to some operator will never adjust the grievance. Make some effort yourself first by taking it up with the proper official before appealing to the local chair- man to adjust it. J. J. Rose. Aurora Relay — * There is room in Aurora for much missionary work among our worthy contemporaries who re- main outside the fold of the Order. Evidently they do not understand the purpose of our organi- zation. They are estimable gentlemen, all of them, and we are loath to associate their names along with any who are shirkers of their duty or who want others to do their fighting for them; hence our conclusion that it is a lack of under- standing of what the O. R. T. is for that keeps them out. For their information we submit the following: The O. R. T. is an organization of all wire chiefs, telegraphers, telephoners, etc., to be enabled there- by to approach the management of the road for better working conditions, to adjust w'age scales, etc. — something utterly impossible without thor- ough organization. The men in this organization know that if we can not stand together we will have to fall separately. To be numbered among these men is an honor not to be counted by dollars and cents. To not be counted among us is to go on record as opposed to us, and none want to do that. Think it over, Messrs. Nuckley, Butler, Peoples and Thurow. It is serious business, and we sincerely hope to announce you are with us in the next write-up. Bro. “Jay” Richards is handling the block first trick, with Bro. “Bill” Dorr on second and Mr. Peoples on third. Bro. Paige Miller is working 27 wire and back- ing up the Morthum printed on “GO” when not being used in the dispatcher’s office on relief work. Bro. W. G. Esser welcomed a $5 increase on his return to work after a serious operation on his head, performed at the St. Charles Hospital, Aurora. “Bill” was off about three weeks. The boys were all glad to hear him droll off “O. K., — WE,” on his return. Bro. C. J. Dussell, “DC,” is ready for the “majors” now that he has worked a hot wire re- lieving Bro. Esser. Bro. Dussell was relieved by Bro. Jem, of Eola. Bro. Harry Hull kept his bug up on the high speed for a full month before the schedule was finally secured, in anticipation of a $5 increase. He only got $2, but made a great showing and will surely get the other $3 next time. Cb*t. 2720. Aurora Division — Bro. E. G. Reigal, Mendota tower, is very low with typhoid fever. Bro. Beardsley is working his trick, relieved by Mr. Trout on third Montgomery. Bro. Dowding, working extra for some time, has returned to Malden second. Mr. McAntee bid in second Plano. He had bet- ter get in line; that station has always been solid. Bro. Long and wife, of Sandwich, visited friends in Aurora Christmas day. Bro. McNamara is feeling fine, because he is now covered by the schedule. He has been a mem ber for years, but was never covered by the schedule. He also received a $4 increase. That’s what the O. R. T. does when you once get them in the schedule. Carr. 14. Chicago Terminal Division — As this division has been without a correspond- ent for some time, I have promised Bro. Murphy to have a write-up in the journal each month. The ossified man, as he is called by the freight men, continues to show up late, and say this is his last month, and for that reason does not join us. Bro. Wegner, formerly first Kedzie Ave„ since joining the repair gang, has been working most of his time as an extra towerman. Bro. Hachmeister, third Kedzie Ave., bid in first Kedzie Ave., and Bro. Gust, second, bid in third there. Mr. Weaver, who bid in second, has since resigned, to accept a position- as traveling salesman, and our new Bro. Straum is now on second. It is also Bro. Bright at Robey Street nights. Let the good work go on. We are always glad to greet new brotners. Op this division we now have but four nons. Keep after them, brothers, and see if we can not make this division solid.* Mr. Summers, a new man, is at Robey Street tower days. Bro. Dwyer recently returned from his vacation in Wisconsin, relieved by Bro. Montgomery. A. R. Able spent his vacation in the East. W. Lymangood, first Ashland Ave., is on the sick list, relieved by Bro. Montgomery, of Clyde, and he on first there by J. H. Munn. Bro. J. H. Brennan is off on account of the sick- ness and death of his daughter. He has the sym- pathy of the entire division in his bereavement. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 135 The new signal bridges between Kedzie Ave. and Robey Street have been erected, and the new electric automatic signals will soon be put in service, replacing the old air signals on the wood- en masts. This is a big improvement, and will be appreciated by the engine men. The new storage batteries have been put in service at Clyde, and the signal department on the Chicago Division is now in better* shape than ever. Brothers, stick to your local chairman, and give him all the assistance you can. He is always ready and willing to fight for you, but needs your as- sistance. Div. Cor. Galesburg Division — We have passed another milestone in the march of time. Let us keep in view the fact that we have not as yet reached the goal of perfect organ- ization. We may, however, look back with pride upon the work accomplished in 1912, which will ever stand as evidence of what can be done. A review of our progress for the past six years will show that we have gone forward with phenomenal strides over obstacles of which the majority of us probably know but little. The true man lays aside the spirit of skepticism and enters into that which he undertakes with grim determination to succeed. Reverses will come in all undertakings but never to the extent that we have not a fighting chance to come out right side up. Impatience, faint heart and petty wrongs carefully nursed will ever be a glaring monument to look back upon and stand through all time as an unpleasant reminder of damage done to a Strug gling cause. Let every man, therefore, enter upon this New Year resolved to beat all previous records and put forth his individual effort to raise his divi- sion in membership. My brothers, remember that *'1 house divided against itself can not stand,” and b-t for the solid support given your committee it would have returned without a step gained for our good. The heartfelt thanks of every man on the Galesburg Division is due our committee, who in the face of greatest discouragement succeeded in keeping your jobs, revising your working rules and obtaining money enough to adjust some few posi- tions which were left out last time. I am greatly encouraged, and I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the support given me by all members thus far in my efforts to fill. the un- expired terra of local chairman. I have tried con- scientiously to do my duty by all brothers to the best of my ability. Ballots will soon be out for the election of local chairman for two years more, also for delegate to Grand Convention. I will be a candidate for election as delegate, and if you desire me to continue as your local chairman, I will be your candidate and do as nearly as I know bow, all that is for the good of the Order, and right here I ask each man and brother to make this his motto: “For the good of the Order.” If you have some other brother in mind whom you desire for your chairman, bring him forward, and I shall support him with all my heart. « Fraternally, F. J. Graves, Local Chairman. Galesburg Division Notes — Meeting at Galesburg, November 23d, was large- ly attended. Bro. Carder gave us a good talk. It is always a great pleasure to have Bros. Lamb and Carder with us, and when you consider that it is a long ways for them to come, you should show appreciation by being present, if possible. Next meeting in Rock Island first Sunday after January payday. Bro. Austin, “MB,” has been relieving Agent Heston, “PM.” Bro. Willis, “GN,” on short vacation, we re- lieved by L. Graham, who also relieved Bro. Litchfield, “AG,” on short vacation. Bro. Botkin bid in second “YD” Galesburg, Bro. Brown bidding in regular position in “GT.”‘ We congratulate Bro. Brown and hope mere of our brothers from the line will make “GT.” We have just as good material on our own division as elsewhere and they arc entitled to reward. Bro. Roy Dougherty bid in Rio agency and Bro. Fletcher third there. Second bulletin. St. David agency again goes begging, also second Portal tower. Second Bushnell and third Macomb on bulletin. Bro. Chapman bid in Oquawka agency. Bro. Farris bid in first Peoria yard, and Bro. Williams, second St. Augustine. Mr. Hibbs is experiencing no little annoyance likewise your local chairman, by men bidding on positions and cancelling them. Brothers if you don’t want a place don’t bid on it. If you merely wish to know your stanaing you can get it in a much easier way and save other people a lot of work. We do not want it said that O. R. T. men are practicing this. I wish you would discontinue it at once. I receive .frpquent inquiries from brothers as to how they stand on bulletins be- fore such bulletins are closed. I am unable to tell you account getting no report from chief dis- patcher until bids are all in. In order to give you a line-up you must send me a copy of your application otherwise I can tell you nothing. I am at present receiving only one or two notices from brothers bidding. I wish to thank all who have so ably assisted me in this year’s work, and am justly proud of the progress made. Let us start the new year by every man holding an up to date card. Do not handicap us by lagging, but make our gain in membership 100 per cent. Our division is com- ing rapidly to the front and it’s up to you to keep it that way. We can not hope to climb the hill if one goes back every time we get a new one. I want the O. R. T. boys on this division to be the best. I want all to be beyond criticism. Get your book of rules and keep fresh on it. Keep your hand signals night and day in order for immediate use. Show the company that it don’t pay to hire any one else. It’s a hard matter to intercede in trouble arising from a neglect of rules with which all should be familiar. It’s up to the men to get in line for the next bout. Unity and nothing else will accomplish our end. It is now Bro. Lindell, Erie; Bro. Nason. Sa- vanna; Bro. Sisson, Peoria, and Br6. Danahey, Briar Bluff. F. J. Graves, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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136 The Railroad Telegrapher. Delinquents, remember your duty and do not lose sight of the fact that 60 days in arrears lapses your M. B. D., and should the All Wise in His infinite wisdom see fit to take you, your previous payments will have availed you naught, and your beneficiary will suffer from your negligence. Brothers, respond promptly to notice of dues; you gain nothing by hanging out. Your new schedule will reach you about Jan- uary 15th, study it carefully and be posted. Brothers, there are a lot of nons who came in on this schedule who will surely not go back on their promises. Let each brother wear a ring earned with five applications. You have a lovely chance, now take it. Bro. Chapman bid in second “BS,” Bro. Dowell third “MA.” Mr. Graham bid in Bro. Dowell’s trick at “VN” and Bro. Austin, Oquawka agency. The new interlocking plant at “GT” will be called Santa Fe tower, and will not be bulletined. This plant performs the same function as Santa Fe Cabin, with the added work of main line trains, and will be classed with Graham tower. This was agreed upon by your schedule committee and the officials of the company. There was no meeting this month, account Santa Claus coming in for his share, and our spare funds going to our wives, little ones and friends in tokens which gladden the heart. The next meeting will be at Peoria, Sunday, February 23rd, between trains No. 18 and No. 11. Bros. Lamb and Car- der will be present. Those with dues paid to date only will be admitted. I want this meeting well attended. Our division items have been reaching SL Louis too late, but it will not occur again. If you de- sire representation, each member shall contribute. Yours for a happy and prosperous New Year. F. J. G., Cert. 492. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, and all-wise Ruler of the universe, to call to his home the beloved father of our Bro. E. C. Mil- lard; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy; be it Resolved, That the members of Galesburg Local Division of System Division 130, Order of Rail- road Telegraphers, extend to the bereaved family, mother and brother their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. F. J. Graves, D. G. Rixky, E. A. Taylor, Committee. Galesburg Division, North End — Bro. Jones relieved Miss Jesse Bennet, first Erie, who went to third Briar Bluff, opened for the winter. Bro. Parnell bid in first, relieved on second there by Bro. Lindell, former helper at Alpha, later extra Plum River tower, who bid it in. Erie will probably be an all-night office soon, with B. Waite, helper Denrock, who relieved Bro. Finch on third Denrock, there when confined to his bed the latter part of October. We are glad to re- port that he is with us again. Bro. Larson bid in first, Mr. Nesbit second and Mr. Everrets third Henderson. Mr. Smallwood, from the C. N. W., is on third Rio, pending bids. Bro. Adams relieved Bro. Smith, while laying off at Barstow. Bro. Millard, while off on account of the death of his father, was relieved hy C. A. Lindell, of Woodhull, 111. Bro. E. P. Jern has resigned third Plum River tower and gone to the Aurora Division, relieved by C. A. Nason. The passing track at Rio has been lengthened out to accommodate the long trains. About all it would need from Henderson to Barstow for dou- ble tracking would be to connect up the passing tracks. We already have double track from Gales- burg to Henderson. It keeps the dispatchers busy getting the trains over the road. I have been unable to get the changes on the Galva and Keithsburg branches this month. L. A. A. Galesburg Division, Peoria Branch — • Bro. A. D. Farris, second St. Augustine, bid in second Peoria yard, relieving Bro. Beckwith, Bro. Williams, first Peoria yard, going to second St Augustine, B. C. Codding worked one night making the transfer, Bro. Beckwith going to first trick, afterwards relieved by our new Bro. Mur- phy, who has been acting some time as agent at Joy. We appreciate his joining so soon after again entering the telegraph service. ' L. £.. Smith relieved at Gilson by J. Q. Duffy, relieved Bro. L. F. Antrim at Castleton, who re lieved Bro. Anderson at Marquon. Later Bro. An trim was brought to Peoria and operated on for appendicitis. I am glad to report that he is doing nicely and his many friends hope for his speedy recovery. D. C. Root, first Yates City, who relieved the agent at Ipavia # a few weeks, was relieved by Mr. Sage, who later relieved acting Agent Palmer, at Magnon, owing to sickness. Mr. Loller going to first Yates City. Remember, boys, our membership and the success of our Order depend entirely upon the individual help of each member. If there is a non work- ing with you, keep after him until you have his application filled out. Then get the cash from him and hurry it to your local chairman. If every one helps we will have no cause to worry about the future. Gilson was made an 11 night office, owing to the heavy winter business, with Bro. H. L. Hob- son, from the C. & A., on second, and V. R. Thorne on third. Later Mr. Thorne relieved Bro. Bollinger, third Clinton, resigned and gone to Texas. We all wish him success. Cecil Duncan relieved Mr. Thorne on third Gilson. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 137 The year 1912 was the most successful one since the origin of our Order, and the members of Galesburg Division can sincerely be congratulated upon the spirij shown and loyal support accorded Local Chairman Graves, who through his able ad- ministrative ability, has succeeded in raising our membership twenty five per cent within the short period of eight months. This speaks for his splen- did work and every member should remit his dues promptly and do all in his power to help increase our membership. A happy New Year to all. ' “Dok Yak/' Cert. 928. Beards town Division — John Livsey is at Keyesport, agency pending bulletin. Bro. Baker, third Litchfield, is off sick with ty- phoid fever. We wish him a speedy recovery. Phoner Hays is relieving L. Clark, off sick. Bro. Caspers is off to get tied up and take trip to coast, relieved by Mr. Bandy. Congratulations to Bro. Caspers. Bro. Simmons was off several days, relieved by L. Denny. Agent Cole, Keyesport, relieved Bro. Cooley at Virden agency. Bro. J. H. Mann has taken his old trick, Nichols returned home. Night Chief Sayre and T. M. Lamb over divi sion recently giving boys examination. Under- stand every one passed without any trouble. Send me your items, boys, and let’s wake this division up. . S. H. F. Ottumwa Division — A very successful year has drawn to a close, and our membership has increased with leaps and bounds. We are now the strongest we have been on this division in a long time, grievances are down to the minimum, and there is good feeling among the membership. Our schedule committee has just closed successful negotiations with the company, a decided victory for the organization, in which we have gained prestige and power. The proposition of the company to pay the bond pre- mium is of itself a great gain when you take the entire system into consideration. We wish to extend to the committee our hearty congratu- lations for the success attained, and feel confident that the membership in general will look at it in a broad sense. However, we are just entering the battle, and must keep up the work of organizing until there will not be a non left on the system, and pay dues promptly to hold what strength we have. Bro. E. O. Park, second Batavia, has gone to Hot Springs, Ark., for his health, relieved by Mr. Servis. Bro. J. M. Browne bid in Dudley third, and Bro. T. O. Jones Frederic agency, vice Bro. H. Thomp- son resigned and gone West. Bro. R. B. McMil- len, of the Virginian Ry., is at Frederic, while Bro. Jones is visiting home folks in Ohio. Bro. O. A. French bid in Ottumwa, “UK” third, and Bro. C A. Walter, “UK” second, bid in “CW.” It is now Bro. E. R. Hill, Biggsville third, get- ting a card right on start. Bro. W. C. Moore is again at Glendale. Off on account of sickness, he later took a trip to the Pacific Coast. Bro. J. M. Baston, agent Rome, spent Thanks- giving with home folks in Illinois. Bro. Abercrombie, Monmouth second, relieved the ticket agent at Burlington recently. The company knows that the good men are those who carry a card. Bro. French, Albia first was asked to bid in Ottumwa yard, so he could be fitted up for a chief clerk to superintendent. The company wants the men with a card when promoting any- one; because the wise men of today always carry a card. Bro. D. L. Gibbs, third Chariton, recently worked two weeks in “CW” office. Another good O. R. T. man who is always there. We wish you all a successful new year, and trust that every one will put forth his best efforts to bring about a 100 per cent member- ship as early as possible. With best wishes. Fraternally yours, E. A. Brand, Local Chairman. Creston Division — Bro. I. J. Castillo, second Nodaway, the last of November, went to Elk City, Kan., to see his mother, who was thrown into a fence and seriously hurt, but who is improving. J. R. Weaver, who relieved him, went to Balfour. Bro. J. E. Be- rard’s wife left Nodaway to visit her parents in Oklahoma, “JE” is now batching. Bro. C. O. Bishop is contemplating a trip to Florida. Bro. W. N. Thornhill, who relieved W. J. Thig- pen, second Balfour, gone to Frisco, was later re- lieved by W. M. Kenneday, called to Indiana, and relieved by J. R. Weaver. Mrs. H. L. Huntsman, wife of Bro. Huntsman, at Glenwood, has been visiting relatives at Lincoln. Bro. S. T. Spencer, agent Malvern, attended a meeting of the Burlington Route Passenger Agents in Chicago, December 9th. Bro. Barkus, third Malvern took suddenly sick recently causing Bros. Hale and Walkley to double. Bro. Gleason, of Coburg, on a two weeks’ vaca tion, was relieved by E. S. Bailey. Bro. O. E. Beach, agent McPherson, la., has a new typewriter. He has been appointed division correspondent for this division. Please send him all your items by the 20th. Remember your dues. With best wishes, Fraternally yours, R. L. Hale. Burlington Division — It is now Bros. McConehay at Mt. Union, and Ripley at Stilwell, and we have several more prom- ises. Bro. Gilliland, at Martinsburg, while home for Christmas was relieved by Mr. Friend. I. S. Casto, a new man, relieved at Cedar for a few weeks. Bro. Oiler, Pleasantville, was relieved several weeks by J. L. Clark, who also relieved Bro. J. F. Frain, while in Chicago, on schedule work. Digitized by Google

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138 The Railroad Telegrapher. Boys, if you want to see this division repre- sented in the journal, send changes and all news by the 20th to your local chairman. Where the choice is left to us to route freight and passengers over fair roads, we should always remember the road that treats us right, and give them the business. Some of the boys hang up calendars and leave folders and other advertising matter of these unfair roads where they can be seen. Stand by our friends. Those unfriendly to us, seem to want to get along without us. Let them do it. Cert. No. 8. La Crosse Division — The committee has finished its work at Chicago. Although we did not get what we expected, we benefited greatly by what they did for us. The sum received to be divided on the division among those having the most amount of work and the greatest living expenses. After awhile, the committee can go in again, adjust the rates, and make it better for those not included in this one. Everything was done for the best. If you do not understand it write the local chairman, and he will explain the matter fully. Bros. H. and O. C. Peed were recently called East, account illness of their mother. • Bro. Clifford, on first Hoffman Ave. Bro. Fred Sperry is making good as chief clerk to H. W. Maxwell. Bro. Burns, of Prescott, first also has a good job with Mr. Maxwell. Dispatcher Vogel, third Newport, is relieving the dispatcher at Minneapolis. Bro. F. Van Slyke is relieving Bro. Hitchcock at Pullman Ave., relieved by E. G. Nash, on Oak* land third. Agent H. L. Shanks was relieved during the holidays by Bro. Otis Sands, relieved by Bro. P. V. McCue, relieved by Howard Davis and he by Bro. Dosdal. W. J. Reber, while off was relieved by Grant Conklin, of Prescott. Sister Kelly, while on the sick list, relieved by Bro. E. W. Jay, from the “Soo Line,’* now at Crawford. Bro. Smeltzer, bid in second Nelson. Contractors have lengthened north Passing track at Bagley about sixteen hundred feet, making it about a mile long. Bro. Kincaid, of Missouri Pacific, was visiting friends at Bagley recently. Bro. L. R. Smeltzer bid in second Nelson, third on bulletin. Bro. Parr is relieving T. C. Beckraire, agent Alma, whose wife is sick. Bro. Ender bid in third Glen Haven, vice Mr. Tate. Bro. G. T. Lynch, Blake days, is now at Miner days. Bro. J. E, Reed, who bid in Blake agency, relieved on vacation by Mr. Voss. Bro. Bratton bid in second Blake and Mr. Kennedy is on third there, penning bulletin. Bro. E. W. Jay, from the “Soo/’ is relieving Bro. A. J. Johnson, second Crawford. Bro. Sandlin, first Blanding, has resigned, re- lieved by Mr. Betzel. The double track between Genoa and Mile Pott 27s has been put in. operation, the train order office at Victory closed and a new one established at the end of the double track. Bro. D. L. Hast ings, second Victory, received first, Bro. L. L. Sterling, third Victory, gets second and Bro. M. B. Monti, from Genoa, third. Bro. M. A- Ded- erick, agent Victory, now has to work 12 hours. The extra man at Genoa has been taken off, Bro. A. B. Downer doing the station work alone, and the telegraphing on first. Bro. Desmond going back to second and Bro. Kircher to third. Bro. G. M. Marks, agent De Soto, billed out forty-five carloads of commercial freight during November, 1912. Bro. Bootsing is relieving J. C. Gallagher, third there, on vacation. Bro. Otis Sands is home on vacation, relieved by E. G. Nash. Bro. Otto Sands, second Hager, is also home on vacation, relieved by Grant Conk- lin. Bro. H. G. Smith bid in third Hager. Bro. M. A. Griffin, second Nelson, bid in third Maiden Rock, and Bro. J. R. Garber, second “JD.*' 1 hanks to Bros. Gwin, Kelley and Sterling for helping with this write-up. Certs. 426, 830 and 1911. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond our worthy Bro. Frank Ward, and we bow our heads in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well; and Whereas, We realize that Division 130 has lost a true and faithfvrl member; therefore be it Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved fam- ily our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resoh>ed, That a copy of these resolutions be sent his family, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication, and a copy be spread upon the minutes of the division to stand in memory of our deceased brother, who has always been a faithful worker and a loyal member of our Order. A. F. Ritter, G. E. Chipwan, J. E. Nolen, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Bucklin, Mo., Dec. 21, 1912. To Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R . R. Order of Railroad Telegraphers: I desire to tender my sincere thanks for tue beautiful floral design sent me during my sad be- reavement in the loss of my husband. Mrs. Mattie Ward. Hannibal Division — Bros. Kennedy, agent, and King, third Machens were in St. Louis recently on important business. (?) Bro. Frank Ferree, Clarksville, is now in freight office at Alton. Bro. Clyde Smart, first Seeburger, was dodging the overlands and trolley cars in Machens one evening recently. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 139 B. P. Boyer, first Clarksville, visited Bro. O. L. Jarman, agent West Alton, between trains re- cently. Bro. G. L. Hubbard, agent Orchard Farm, has been branded the division's society leader. Re- cently caught by some of the brothers cavorting around the Blankenship square at Portage des Sioux to the tune of “I Won’t Go Home Until Morning." Phoner "Toad" Hubbard is relieving Phoner Stephens on account of the serious illness of the latter’s wife. Phoner McCall is relieving B. E. Truitt, second Saverton, on account of sickness. Phoner Rhoades is back at Kissenger nights, offer a harrowing experience of being caught in a freshet and nearly drowned. Phoner Laudell, Reading, opened the new office at Hope days, later bid in by Bro. J. E. Chris- man, relieved on third Ashburn by Phoner M. Stout, third Elsberry, and he by M. G. English, agent Kissenger. J. R. Gilmore, second Francis, secured Kissenger agency, while Bro. White, third Francis, bid in second there. Helton opened days with a Mr. Blakey in charge. Third Francis, first Firma, and Helton nights, now on bulletin. Bro. Palmer, agent Viele, now enjoying the sim- ple life. The Go-devil" has been put into win- ter quarters and the "Frau" is away visiting *vhile Fount makes his own flapjacks and washes the dishes. Bro. Hancock, Montrose days, fears an attack of pneumonia. The helper has taken it upon himself to rush the coal hod to the limit, and bis industry has brought # the "cold sweats" out on Eld. Bro. P. L. Bowen has diagnosed his case, and the brother is improving. Bros. Klusmier, agent Gregory and Local Chairman Crooks, returned from the jungles of Arkansas, recently, with great tales of big game, but we failed to see a feather or a hide — let Jooe sink our teeth in some juicy venison. Bro. Klusxneier was relieved by Mr. Draiemann and Bro. Crooks by Bro. Leu, who was quite a fre- quent visitior to the "Dam" city. We have the promise of Messrs. Beck, Boytr, Draiemann, Hubbard and Frank to join. Let us give them all the encouragement we can. All good men ana we need them. Bro. Park, now of the Illinois Central, formerly on tne "Q” spent a few days at Foley recently visiting his parents and friends. The writer asked a non the other day to join and he objected because it £ost too much, and he thought there must a graft somewhere. The O. R. T. certainly has its troubles with grafters — the men who take advantage of their position to get something- for nothing, usually known as nons. They work with the men who fight their battles, and allow them to pay their part of the expense, working their amateur graft business to the extent of less than 84 cents a month- -the amount that would buy a card. This and the betterment in their working conditions and a few dollars added to their check (that the other fellows got for them) added to the eighty-four cents, which they didn’t buy a card with, makes considerable graft. They accept the raise and betterment in working conditions because it’s cheap — didn’t cost them a cent — and in this way take advantage of their positions to get something for nothing, the definition of which is “graft," pure and simple. There is no place on the Hannibal Division where a non can walk into an office and sit down thirty minutes at a wire without working with an up- to-date man who knows just why he is not up-to- date also; so he is fooling no one. We suggest to the non to tear that song out of his book. “The O. R. T.. never did anything for me” is an insult to a man’s intelligence. Come, cut the purse- string and turn loose that 84 cents, and buy a card dated: "Good the first half of 1913." The general committee, with the aid of our local division officials, distributed the increase allowance where they thought.it was most needed. Boys, "hit the ball" all the time, don’t violate the hours of service, and buy that new card right now while you have it on your mind. Don’t put it off until tomorrow, but get busy today. I must thank Bros. Banks and Hubbard for the bulk of the items. If you have a few items, for- ward them to your local chairman. They will be appreciated. Cert. 1323. Hannibal Division, South End — Bro. W. L. Gilmore, third Hannibal yard, trans- ferred to McIntosh days, vice Bro. C. P. King to third Louisiana, vice B. A. Smith to second Saverton. Bro. W. R. Hicks, Firma, has resigned and gone with the C. & A. at Drake, 111., his former home. Bro. J. R. Gilmore, agent Annada, transferred to second Francis, relieved by Bro. H. L. Fisher, Amanda nights; latter closed and Kissinger opened nights by H. Rhoads. Bro. R. Gilbert goes to Firma. G. H. Ferrill, agent Clarksville, „ on vacation, was relieved by O. C. Homes, third there, relieved by Mr. Chipman. Later Holmes relieved B. P. Boyer, first, cm vacation; Meyer, second, on vaca- tion, relieved by Chipman. Bro. Ira Servcnt, first Old Monroe, on vacation, relieved by Bro. C. C. Sulley, third Saverton, re- cently married. Mr. Miller, third Stout, also recently married. Bro. Frank Ferrie, McIntosh days, resigned, now with the M. & I. B. at Alton. Bro. Black, second Francis, has also resigned. Hope has been opened days by Bro. Londell. Bro. English, agent from Kissinger, who re- lieved Mr. Stout on third Elsberry, was relieved by Bro. Updike. Bro. Roy Chuck has returned to second Ash- burn. Bro. Pollard, Reading days, resigned to enter train service. Bro. Hal Neece, second I’eruquc, recently lost his only child. We extend our sympathy. Bro. Hart, from Old Monroe, relieved Frank Miner, agent Winfield, on vacation. Digitized by Google

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140 The Railroad Telegrapher. Miss Opal Hubbard has returned to third Or- chard Farm from her vacation in the West. Bro. C. N. Simpson has returned to second North St. Louis from Hannibal relay. Bro. C. C. Tulley, third Saverton, while off sick was relieved by Bro. Londell, from Reading. Miller on Stout third; Elsberry gets Reading days. Bro. Londell, relieved at Hope by Mr. Chit- man, relieved Mr. Christman, third Ashdown, re- signed. Bro. Roe Gilbert, second Firma, relieves Otto Hubbard, Reading nights. B. D. Stephens takes third Peruque. Bro. Rex Foley, off on account of his father’s death, was relieved by W. W. Wing. Bro. Meyers, Hannibal relay, visited friends at La Grange recently. Bro. Ragland, third Dodridge Street, and Otto Hubbard, Reading nights, were recent Hannibal visitors, chaperoned by Bro. Robert Ainge. Helton days, Hannibal yard, first and second Firma on bulletin. Cert. 1420. Omaha Division — Here’s hoping everyone had a merry Christmas and will have a happy New Year. After three months’ hard work in Chicago, our committee at last made a settlement with the com- pany for $40,000 per year. Every little bit helps, so let us all make an effort to get “that non” in, and the next time we go up for an increase I hope we will be 100 per cent solid. Bro. Combs spent Christmas with the old folks at home, and Bro. Wisen was off for two weeks. All the chief dispatchers and local chairmen on lines west met at Omaha while the raise was being distributed. Bro. Holt was there several days. Bro. Karns, of Nickerson, contemplates going to ‘‘OX.” It is now Bro. Baker at Page. Bro. Hays, of Goodwin, with his bride, took two weeks’ vacation. Congratulations. All on the O’Neill line got a $3 raise except Jackson, Goodwin and O’Neill agency. The dis- tribution on the Soo- Ashland Line was: Walthill, $4, Dakota City; Operator Fremont, second Ash- land, Edholm and Louisville tower, $5; Homer, Winnebago, Rosalie, Malmo, Prague, Memphis, Ithaca, Pappio, second and third Waverly and Greenwood, $2, and Waverly agency, 50 cents. J. H. Justis is in the superintendent’s office of the Missouri Pacific at Pueblo, Colo. Bro. Eastlick spent Christmas with his folks in Plainview, and Bro. Downey spent Christmas at his home in O’Neill. It was remarkable the way the nons held their cars to the ground for news from “Chi” during the schedule negotiations. Leeper, second Plattsmouth, “beat it” for the Dominion, relieved by Mr. Stuart, from the Mil- waukee, who only remained a week. Mr. Mason, Stuart’s road companion, temporarily relieving Bro. Hoenshall at Ashland, was taken down with an attack of the mumps, and was unable to follow the other two to Canada. We hope they will appreci- ate the value of a card before and after reaching destination. A. W. Davis is on third Oreapolis. Bro. Baum has ‘‘kept the faith” at Louisville tower for a long time, and his assignment to sec- ond Gretna is a well-deserved promotion. Pend- ing bulletin this position was filled by Mr. Glen Tucker, of Pappio. “Hiney” Howiter has returned to second Platts, which he vacated in January, 1911, when engulfed by the “back to the land” movement in Missouri. We want him to be one of us. A good nine-hour job at $70 ought to fully persuade him. No one bid on this trick. There are but ten telegrapher positions on the Omaha , Division, only two of which pay less than second Platts. Bro. Holt was relieved at Rosalie while at Omaha assisting in the distribution of the increase, by Extra Agent Smith, who later relieved Brc. Wisen for two weeks’ vacation. Fraternally, “VI,” Div. Cor. Lincoln Division — We have had another successful year on the Burlington and expect to have the largest delega- tion at the convention in 1913. I want to thank the brothers who have taken such an active part in boosting the Order. Keep up this good work another year and we will then be able to take a vacation, as our work will be done; but let’s not lay off until we know all eligible men belong to our grand old Order. Do not let strong membership keep you from first class service, which we owe our employers. Complaints are few, but some could give a little better attention. 'Show your appreciation of the recent increase, which, if it did not affect you directly in a financial way, did in an indirect way, and you are in line for the good positions as your turn comes, so have your service first class. Do not forget that the dispatcher is the primary cog of the working unit. Answer up promptly, “OS” promptly and give him all information possible that will help him in the movement of trains. Please be as prompt as possible in tlie payment of your dues. Do not let yourself get delinquent, thus causing an expense and making work for both your G. S. & T. and L. C. They are both willing to work, as you know if you have ever been delinquent, but they could use that time lining up the nons. Keep after the non-members; show them the benefits of belonging to our organization. Do not let the local chairman do it all, as some places are hard for him to reach, others impossible. Keep your local chairman posted on new men on the division, so he can arrange to transfer them to No. 130. Also let your correspondent know by postal or other way of changes, so he will be able to give you a good write-up in The Telegrapher every month. Best wishes to you all. Fraternally, P. H. Miller, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 141 Lincoln Division Notes — Bro. Miller, third "GS” Hastings, went to Omaha a couple of days the latter part of December, to assist in adjusting the new wage scale. Bro. Alshouse, agent Kenesaw, and family off thirty days’ visiting in Florida and eastern points, Bro. Kaney relieving. Bro. S. A. Mead, Keene, was relieved a few days by Mr. Graul, from Kenesaw. R. A. Fulmer has returned to second Kenesaw after a month’s visit on the Coast. Bro. "VO” Blodgett, third wire chief "NI” Lincoln, relieving Mr. Bryan of second there on bis honeymoon, was relieved by Bro. McGee. Bro. A. H. Teale, agent Friend, was a Sunday Dorchester visitor recently. B. J. Hill relieved Mr. Mueller on second Crete, on bid. • P. M. Orrell, Exeter tower, has returned from his vacation to California, made possible by what the O. R. T. has done for him. Bro. Herbert was referred to in the November journal relieving at "NI” as "Mr.” This is an error. Bro. Herbert is, and has been for some time, a full-fledged member. G. H. Murphy, agent Aurora, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. E. A. Bourne, extra agent. Mr. Marohn, first Crete, on vacation in the Da- kotas, relieved by Extra Mueller. Chas. Irvin, Loup City, on vacation, called on his brother, Bro. Dick, at Hastings ticket office. Bro. D. J. Clark has returned to third "NI” Lincoln after a vacation South. Bro. "HM,” his relief, goes back on days. Mr. Moore relieved Mr. Biggerstaff at Ravenna, on vacation. New members taken in during December were: J. E. Elinor and J. M. Holder, first and second “HX” Hastings; J. F. Meccier, second Sutton; E- B. Wallah an, assigned Clay Center; V. D. Chiater, St. Paul, and L. M. Driver, Aurora. As- signments: Bros. H. L Coggins, second Aurora; G. O. Vant, second Fairmont; O. W. Olson, Ord, and E. G Houpt, agent Marquette. Breslau station, on the Omaha Division, and third York and Gretna op bulletin. Items on a postal will do and certainly will be appreciated. Send them by the twentieth. A happy New Year to you all. J. W. Shaw, Cert. 1471, 516 N. Lincoln St., Hastings, Neb. Wymore Division — The schedule negotiations carried a small in- crease to a number of positions, and changes of rules, which benefit a large number of the teleg- raphers, and we should now gather in the rest of the nons and do everything we can to increase our efficiency, so the company will feel that the money was well placed and that we appreciate everything that tends to better our condition. Recently one brother was discharged and an- other received a reprimand for fracturing the hours-of-service law. We should bear in mind that such action lays the company liable to a heavy fine. V. C. Thompson, Blue Springs; H. B. Hadsell, Geneva; Jack Kinsey, Beatrice; D. E. Floyd, Western; J. H. Powell, Lanham, and A. T. Wat- son, Diller, have filed their applications. The lat- ter injured his limb recently and was relieved by Bro. Grimes. ^ Bro. L. P. Zettel, agent Upland, is being re- lieved by Extra Agent Russell. Bro. Glenn, agent Ong, secured a leave and ate Christmas dinner with relatives, and Bro. R. C. Zink, Table Rock, ate his with relatives at Ster- ling. Bro. Tom Majors, agent Endicott, had his Thanksgiving dinner with home folks at Peru, Neb. Bro. Butcher, on an extended vacation, visited Kansas City and other points. The boys at Edgar are all swelled up over a brand new coat of paint recently spread over their office. Mr. Ziegler, Salem nights, has resigned. Assist in gathering items for next month’s write-up. Remember the non — "No card, no favors.” Div. Coe. Alliance Division — Bro. Powell has just returned from Omaha, where he was assisting in the distribution oi money allowed the Alliance Division in the new schedule. He found it a very difficult undertak- ing— the satisfying of so many with such a small amount of\ money — but those who were not bene- fited with an actual increase in pay must consider the concessions and not having to pay bond pre- mium, also that the stations and men who did get an increase were the most needy, using the work and business handled and former salary as a basis to figure from. Bro. Powell is moving to the west end, having bid in Custer agency. We are certainly sorry to lose him and his from the east end, but he is benefiting himself by getting a larger and more remunerative position. He will need all the pay he can get for awhile, at least. His car of house- hold goods has been destroyed by fire in the yard at Seneca, nearly all of it burning up except a few pictures and postals, which are his most treasured possessions. Here’s hoping the company will see fit to at least partly pay his loss. Bro. Neville, agent Merna, just returned from a short vacation visiting all points of interest be- tween Merna and Billings, was relieved by Bro. Coldwell, who laid off the remainder of December. Bro. Wells, second Ellsworth, is taking a vaca tion. Mr. Stewart, call boy at Alliance, is trying to work third Ellsworth, telegraphers apparently being scarce. The nons on the line whose positions were not raised will probably use that as an excuse now for not joining, and will overlook everything else that has been done for them heretofore. Let’s try to have something in the journal every month from now on. Make a note of any change and mail it right away, before you forget. The first thing I look for when I get my Teleg- eaphse is the Alliance Division of the C. B. & Q-» Digitized by Google

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142 The Railroad Telegrapher. and feel disappointed when I see nothing. Bro. Powell has asked me to send in the write-up for east of Alliance each month on account of bis being so far away from here, so if you will mail your notes, not'T&ter than the twentieth, to Box 1 26, Seneca, I will bunch them and send to St. Louis in time. Cekt. 1893. McCook Diiision — Assignments: Bros. C. B. Morgan, Roggen agency; H. R. Weyl, Laird agency; B. Beard, third Arapahoe; W. V. Campbell, third Eckley; L. H. Westmoreland, second Wiggins, ’and R. P. Knowles, third Barr. Telegrapher E. Johnson to Atlanta. Bro. E. P. Sweeney, at Lyons, on the sick list, was relieved by Mr. Norman, and he later by Mr. Stansberry. Bro. O. B. Landau, on a recent trip home, was relieved by Bro. Stingley. Bros. H. E. Peterson and C. B. Morgan, agent Roggen, were recent Denver visitors; also Bro Spratt, of Eckley, who called on your correspond- ent and was relieved by Bro. Bauer. Bro. Simon, agent Culberson, off a few weeks, was relieved by Bro. Spahn. Mrs. A. V. Anderson was a Christ- mas shopper in Denver. Bro. E. P. Sweeney visited relatives in Kansas City recently. Bro. Joyce, agent Inavale, on thirty days’ vaca- tion, was relieved by Mr. Kapser, who later re- lieved Bro. Morgan at Pinneo. Bro. Chapin, agent Otis, has purchased a brand new cow. Fine business, milking these cold morn- ings. Bro. Hanks has concluded to stay at Akron, and has now moved his household goods there. Bro. Byrd made a trip to Trenton on a recent Sunday, and spent a few hours between trains. Bro. Hartman relieved Bro. Bauer at Oxford, now in “MC” relay office. Bro. Chambers, agent Stratton, spent Thanks giving with home folks at Atwood. Bro. Curran, third Haigler, made his usual trip to McCook recently. Bro. Huff, from the “Q,” relieved Mr. Fox at Wray. Bro. Miller has returned to Herndon; he was relieving Bro. Green. The revision of our schedule gave us a nice in- crease, which we certainly appreciate, and the new rules will help us quite a bit. Taking the bond premium off our shoulders is alone worth several thousand dollars, and the granting of annual passes to all employes in the service fifteen years or over, while not appearing in the schedule, was gained this time. If properly lived up to, it will probably pave the way to securing a lower minimum in the future; so be as particular to notify your chief when you leave your station as if you were asking him for transportation and permission to leave. The time was set at fifteen years because the con- ductors have this limit. Be careful not to abuse it in any manner. On two branches that were not making operating expenses we were unable to get any increase at all in pay. I wish you all the compliments of the season, and hope the fifty-six who got an increase will appreciate it, as well as the bond proposition, when drawing January pay checks, by not having any deductions on account of bond premium, which runs from 60 cents to $20 on this division. Get the nons lined up and work for a solid organization, and when a new man comes to the division, get his certificate number if a member, and notify Bro. Carder at once, so we can get credit for his dues. Every member get a new member this year, and remember to do the best we can at all times by the company, so as to show them that a card in the O. R. T. is a certificate of ability and not just a mere piece of pasteboard. By so doing we will not only help ourselves, but also the entire organization. Yours fraternally, C. R. Hunt, L. C., Erie, Colo. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased the Supreme Ruler of the universe to call from our midst the father of our esteemed brother, A. V. Anderson; therefore be it Resolved, That Bro. Anderson has lost a good and faithful father, and that the members extend to the afflicted brother and family our heartfelt sympathy in their hour of bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother, a copy to The Telegrapher and a copy spread upon the minutes of this division. C. R. Hunt, C. L. Lamb, O. B. Landau, Committee. Atlantic Coast Line R. R. Whitakers, N. C., December 20, 1912. To All Members Richmond District: Ballots for the election of local chairman and representatives to the Baltimore convention have been sent you. My duties have become so heavy that I feel I can not do justice to the local chair- manship for the coming term, and I ask the brothers to select the strongest man on the dis trict, ascertain from him before election if he will serve if elected, then elect him and assist with ' your individual efforts. A good man in Richmond, or within easy reach of it, could probably handle the situation better than one farther away. Our district is in splendid shape, thanks to the individual membership and our effi- cient general secretary and treasurer, who have kept continually after the nons, but he can not stand still. Forward must be the watchword. I wish to thank each and every member for the courtesies and assistance rendered, and ask a con- tinuance of same for my successor. Wishing each and every one a happy and pros- perous year, and our grand old Order the con- tinued success which it deserves. Fraternally, J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 143 First Division , Richmond District Notes — The joint meeting with the Seaboard was held in Petersburg on the night of December 14th, and was a decided success and better attended by mem- bers from the A. C. L. *han any meeting ever held on the Richmond District. Scarcely a vacant seat in the hall, about thirty being out to enjoy the talks of Bros. Allen, of the S. A. L., and Williams* of the A. C. L. If these joint meetings continue, the Norfolk & Western will probably attend the next one the latter part of February, when we hope to have a little spread and invite the Ladies* Auxiliary and their families. In order to know how many will attend at say $1 per plate, write Bro. L. E. Cooper, Washington Street station, Petersburg, and say whether you would bring your wife or others with you. The boys are jubilant over the bright prospects and the enthusiasm being shown at present. Bro. C. A. Sanford, agent Drewry*s Bluff, has resigned and accepted a position with the C. & O. in the general offices at Richmond, relieved by Bro. M. A. Palmore, Pleasant Hill agency, suc- ceeded by Bro. J. J. Meade on bid. It is now Bro. F. W. Miles there. Bro. W. E. Luther, of Centralia, has resigned, relieved by Bro. J. B. Claker on bid. Bro. Booth, third Whitakers, has moved his family there and gone to housekeeping. Our members become good citizens of any place. Bro. Merchant, of Halifax, and Superintendent Phenneger were out hunting several days recently. Bro. J. K. McCotter bid in third “B” tower, held by Bro. H. F. Taylor until Bro. McCotter is aMe to work. J. J. Anderson, from the C. & O., is on second there. Bro. J. J. Meade, from the S. A. L., is relieving Bro. Taylor at “YM“ nights. F. H. Nelson, from the R. F. & P., is on second "JR” tower. Bio. J. C. Grigg, who has been off sick, has returned to first Dunlop, Bro. Lucas returning to South Richmond. Bro. G. L. Bartle, third Ches- ter, working extra at Dunlop, has been relieved. Business is very heavy and nearly all the sta- tions show substantial increases in addition to the increase in through trains. We are all very much interested in the parcels post, which became ef- fective January 1st. It looks as if we will have to be relieved of this mail business, as we can hardly help delaying trains now without also de- laying the mail. The new double track is now completed to Pleasant Hill (Virginia line) and in operation to Weldon yard, and the telegraphers are in the new tower, but the interlocking plant has not yet been completed. There will be six electric signals gov erning trains crossing the Roanoke River bridge and the Weldon viaduct. The four rails across the bridge and viaduct allow trains to pass to double track at those points without having any switches to cross. The double track is not yet in operation north of the bridge, as the bridges be- tween Pleasant Hill and Weldon are being rebuilt. The new yard at Falling Creek when completed will have two interlocking towers, one at either end, which will mean six experienced men. It is now Bros. Thos. Maclin, North Emporia, and J. F. Batten, Ruggles. We have fewer nons now than ever before, and our only two delin- quents have promised to pay up. * All together for a prosperous New Year. Soreback. First Division , Fayetteville District — Bro. Williams, G. S. & T., was over this district in November and secured C. A. Bodenhamer, “WN” tower; and W. M. Hudson and W. J. Summerlyn at Rennert. Third Sellers and Rowland closed for some time; not enough telegraphers. Bro. R. L. Johnston, at Latta four years, was relieved by W. W. Hughes. Bro. C. G. Davis bid in first Dillon, relieved on second Latta by Bro. D. G. Burden, of third there, pending assignment. Bro. J. G. Cagle, sec- ond Benson, bid in first Latta. Bro. D. P. Spell, agent Sellers, while visiting Charleston and Columbia recently in his “car,” with his family, was relieved by Bro. Hudson, relief agent, who also relieved Bro. Ellis at Lu- cama, off attending the State fair. J. W. Robert- son, third Sellers, relieved Bro. Renfrow at “WN” tower a few nights while off sick. Bro. W. L. Hatchell, first Pee Dee, while off owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. M. W. Hudson. .Bro. L. L. Jeffreys, second Wilson, has gone to Lakeland District, relieved by Bro. D. V. Mon- tague, from Selma. Bro. B. A. Harrelson, agent Elm City, while away at court in Greensboro, was relieved by his brother. The Western Union has cut in wires at Mallory, on the Latta Branch. , Wilson, Benson and Pee Dee second and Row- land are now on bid. New men on the district are: H. S. Payne and J. D. McMillan, Pembroke; J. W. Robertson, Rocky Mount; W. C. Harvey and Holt, Natal; F. W. Fogarty, Micro Tolar, Benson, N. C., and Glover, Latta. All except the last are nons; so, we have our work cut out for us. Bro. B. B. Benfield, second Beard, has pur- chased a moving-picture machine and is giving ex- hibitions up and down the line. We wish him success. Bro. E. J. Bethea, former agent at Latta, later clerk at ^lullins, is now agent at Dillon, on the North and South Carolina. D. C. First Division , Wilmington District — Bro. E. R. Jones, of Castle Hayne, succeeds ' Bro. Foy as local chairman, the latter having such a heavy agency that he could not give the proper attention to the position. Bro. Jones is bettei located to get at the men, but, nevertheless, he must have the support of every member on the division if we expect him to make a success. He will do his part, and if you will do yours the dis- Digitized by Google

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144 The Railroad Telegrapher. trict will be in better shape than for a long time. Bro. Jones has the advantage of taking charge just at the time when the committee is about to go into conference with the officials, which is a strong lever to lift in the nons. General Secretary and Treasurer Williams was over the district recently and landed a number of nons, but there were some around Wilmington * who dodged him, on whom we will have to use the kind of ammunition that is very effective when used properly. Among those Bro. Williams secured are: J. H. Cox and R. S. Sloan, War- saw second and third; E. A. Taylor, second Wal- lace; R. J. Benton, Bolton; H. O. Harvell, Lake Waccamaw; M. B. Sikes, Hallsboro; G. C. Prid- gen, Chadboum; W. L. Smith, Spout Springs; J. B. Robeson and W. L. Moore, Sanford, mak- ing the A. & Y. west of _Fayetteville nearly solid. Miss Duvall, from the Postal at Newbern, has the clerk-telegrapher position. Bro. W: H. Hall, from Boston, Ga., is now at Jacksonville, N. C. agency, vice Bro. Robertson, resigned. Bro. C. C. Ewson, transferred from Warsaw to clerk-telegrapher, second Whiteville. J. B. Fountain, second trick dispatcher, was re- lieved by Mr. Edwards, succeeded on third by Bro. E. H. Hardison, from Rocky Mount.’ Ex-Superintendent Fountain has one of the tricks in “D” office. No bids on it when bulle- tined. E. L. Best succeeds Bro. M. B. Sikes at Ever- green agency, transferred to the Hallsboro agency, vice Bro. H. O. Harvell, transferred to Lake Waccamaw agency. New Berlin third, Warsaw second and “KY” third were closed recently owing to the illness of the men, both second and third trick men in “KY” reporting sick the same day. L. M. Stephens, former agent at Chadburn, out of the service for some time is now clerk- telegrapher at Mullins. Bro. S. Berryman, transferred to Whiteville, as clerk-telegrapher. Boys, get busy on the nons. Show the company that we are worthy of better conditions, and help the committee to be able to say to the manage- ment that the Order man is the man that can be depended upon at all times. Act so that an up to-date card will be all the recommendation necessary to secure a responsible position anywhere. Wishing one and all a happy New Year. D. C. First Division, Columbia and IV ins ton- Salem Dis- tricts— Bro. Williams was over the district recently, and the line is now solid from Sumter to Park- ton: J. E. Ross, Darlington; J. H. Chandler, Ben- nettsville; W. H. Pierce, Tatum; G. G. McCormick, McColl; G. I. Klarpp, Shannon, and E. L. Glover at Ft. Florence, being added to the mem- bership roll. There are several others whom we hope the brothers will make a personal effort to land. Lynchburg and Robbins, second and third, and third Denmark and Sumter bulletined. Bro. E. F. Seymour getting Denmark, his home, and Bro. J. R. Newman, Sumter. A. B. Taylor and L J. Murray on Robbins second and third. H. L. Bradford goes from Denmark to Darlington pend- ing bulletin, and H. M. Rowland and Bro. S. P. Goza at Lynchburg. Bro. L. B. Timmons is second trick clerk-teleg- rapher and Sister Miss Gandy cashier at Bennetts- ville. Bro. J. B. Mixson, formerly at Lake Butler, Fla., and member of the general committee at one time is now agent at Albermarle. We are glad to welcome him to this territory. D. C. Savannah District — Members Savannah District, Greeting: — I desire to express my appreciation for your co- operation in accomplishing and maintaining the present standard on this district during the year just closed. There yet remains work to do, how- ever, and I trust you will continue to assist me energetically, bearing in mind our organization is what it is by reason of the activity of its members. Each of you try and secure at least one member. When a new man arrives, ascer- tain what division he 'belongs to, and to what date his dues are paid, and let me know. If not a member endeavor to secure his application upon the merits of what has been accomplished by our organization. I am egotistic enough to believe that is sufficient argument for any one protected by our organization, and enjoying the benefits, if they are inclined to do their share. It’s a bad practice to allow your dues to run along two and three months before paying up. We have had instances on our district the past year where the loved ones were left without means of support, through the member allowing his dues to lapse. I fear that part of your membership is not given sufficient consideration. We can point with pride to our Mutual Benefit Department, and should take sufficient interest in our families to pay our dues promptly and provide for their maintenance should we (the bread win- ners) be taken from them. The Ladies’ Auxiliary of other societies are ac- complishing untold good. Why not us? Get your wives, daughters and sisters interested in this movement, show them what has already been accomplished through organization, also what could be accomplished if it were possible to get the remaining eligible non-members to join us, and you will soon observe the list of nons diminish. Mrs. Hollahan or myself will take pleasure in furnishing Ifcdies' auxiliary application blanks and the necessary information upon request. With best wishes for a solid membership on the district and compliments of the season. Fraternally, W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman. Grand Crossing, Fla. Digitized "by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 145 Second Division, Savannah District — The notes from this district did not reach St. Louis in time to appear in the December journal. Try and get your items to the correspondent be- fore the 20th, so he will have ample time to ar- range them and get them to headquarters before the a8th. Thirteen position were closed when the automat- ics were put in operation between Moncrief and Folkston. Bro. R, T. Ruiz moved from Pickett to second Screven, Bro. J. M. Rush from Pickett to clerk-telegrapher Blackshear, Bro. J. H. Clark from Ratcliff to second Savannah Jet., Bro. D. F. Stauter from Ratcliff to second Hilliard, Bro. F. Sanderson from Fleming to Central Junction on bid, Bro. B. P. Best from Dinsmore to third Fleming, and Bro. B. Terry from Dinsmore to tmrd Burroughs. A. L. Bunch, formerly at Jesup, has returned from the farm and is now on third “SF" Savan- nah. The proposition to purchase a typewriter for Local Chairman Hollahan is a good one. He has moved out to Moncrief. His postoffice address is now Grand Crossing, Fla., and he could use the machine to advantage. Bro. Crosby at Moncrief has started a letter over the district to secure the names of members willing to donate towards it. Keep it going. Folkston is now an interlocking plant, and all the men there should be gotten into line. They will need us later. It is now Bros. Sid Johnson, W. L. Wasden, and A. F. (Shorty) Craswell. Relief Agent Z. B. Littlejohn and W. M. Foster “DE' Savannah. Let’s line up solidly behind the committee this year, so when they get* to Wilmington they will feel that we are with them in whatever they do. J. Eloro, “SF” Savannah, and S. J. Smith on the work trains are new men. Brothers close to them do your duty. Show your colors at all times and you will soon be taken notice of. Fraternally, Cracker. Second Division Savannah District Notes — There were thirty two winter block tricks on bulletin, which closed December 25th, besides in "DE" Savannah at $80.00 and fifth Jesup at $75.00. Among the new men are Jos. Elardo, "SF” Savan- nah, and S. J. Smith from Morgan Lake Con- struction Co. Business is heavy. Let us show that the mem- bers of our organization are always the best men to employ. Bro. L. D. Dyal is visiting his parents at Dyal. Fla. Bro. Hollahan’s address is now Grand Crossing, Fla., instead of Jacksonville. Make a note of this. Another warning to delinquents is the death of A. C. Burnett, a former member of this division, who had allowed bis dues to run out, thus de- priving his family of the insurance he once had for them. The only sure way is for every member to seep right up to date all the time. Just imag- ine how your family would be placed if you snould be suddenly called away from them. You never know when your time is coming, and it is your duty in the highest degree to protect them against such an emergency. The express office at Ways, Ga., has been trans- ferred from the S. A. L. to A. C. L. depot, and Bro. West gets the $7.50 minimum. Bro. J. F. Ford, from the M. P., and Bro. W. E. McGre- gor, of Division 44, are now at Ways, Ga. Agent-telegrapher position at Hortensc is again vacant, and White Bluff closed, Bro. L. W. Wil- liams, transferred to second Union Junction. F. J Strickler, from Hilliard to Broadhurst, Bro. H. H. Cason, extra to third Hilliard, Bro. T. J. Harrington from third Ludowici to second, same place. E. R. Fuller, from third McIntosh, to third Ludowici. J. B. Williams, from Offerman to Ludowici. Ex-Bro. R. C. Wheeler, at Offerman, was married at Hilliard recently. "Not Cracker Joe." IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God, in His infinite goodness, to remove from this world the mother of Bro. R. L. Davis, of this division; there- fore be it Resolved, That the menjbers of Atlantic Coast Line Division 132, proffer their sympathies to Bro. Davis in this sad hour; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy sent The Telegrapher for publication. W. H. Hollahan, R. B. Miller, J. W. Williams, Committee. Second Division, Charleston District — Local Chairman Wells will see that the notes are sent in at the proper time for each month’s issue if you will send them to him by the 20th of each month. E. F. Russell and R. S. Locklair, Charleston extra, and S. M. Moore, D. F. Brocker, of Bon- neau, are our new brothers. J. E. Hutto, from the Southern, relieved Bro. J. F. Zander on second Charleston in dispatcher’s office. Bro. Zander is in bad health and goes to Montgomery, Ala., on sixty days’ leave. Bro. S. E. McCullough, from Florence, extra to Charleston “HN." A. H. DeHay, Foreston, resigned, and that agency on bulletin. 1.. L. Jones is the new man at Ridgeland. Bro. C. E. Minges, Rocky Mount, called on Bro. Wells and the other brothers in Charleston last month. Lee Connor, first trick Lakeland dis- patcher’s office, passed through Charleston recently en route to Branchville to attend the funeral of his mother in-law. Report the names of new-comers on the district to Local Chairman Wells promptly. As he is on third, it is hard for him to get them. Advise him whether the new man has a card or not, and Digitized by Google

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146 The Railroad Telegrapher. if he has one, of what division he is a member. Also report all items of news or interest to him so he can send them to the proper correspondent. This is the only way to build up the district. R. B. Bennett has been promoted trainmaster of Charleston Terminals, vice C. J. Youngblood, transferred to Montgomery, and E. B. Rush, first trick dispatcher, promoted to chief. If he follows in the footsteps of Mr. Bennett he will certainly have the good will of every employe on the district. Send your information blanks to Bro. Williams, at once so the committee will have the proper data to represent you when making up the wage scale. Have you spoken to a non the last six months about getting a card? Do you know whether the man working the trick next to you has a card? If not, it is a good time to find out right now. D. C. Second Division, Montgomery District — Another year is at hand with the many respon- sibilities as well as the many pleasures that each year brings. New resolutions made at the thresh- hold of a new year will make one better if kept. The members of this district should make a resolu- tion to keep an up-to-date card the entire year, and speak to their neighbor about becoming members if they are not already one, don't take no for an answer, but persevere until they sign up an application. Next resolve to support your local chairman and help him to make this the banner district of the system. And last to render prompt and efficient service to the company and leave no room tor complaint unless it was a physical im- possibility to perform all the duties required within the time allowed by law and the schedule. Every member would feel better if he put such resolutions into effect. Try it. Bro. A. A. Mixon has been transferred from Ramer to Elba agency, vice Bro. A. L. Howell to Enterprise agency, Ala., Bro. Clifton Crook from Troy to clerk-telegrapber Enterprise. W. D, Adams appointed agent Daleville, and Bro. S. M. Adams transferred from Newton to Waterford agency. It is pretty hard to get information, and hope my succes£>r will be able to make a much better showing the balance of the year. D. C. Third Division, Lakeland District — The information blanks should be filled up promptly and returned ai d every communication answered promptly, giving the desired information, as the committee will not go up until the blanks are received. D. K. Miller is the agent at Istachallc just open- ed. Some of the brothers see that he gets the proper invitation. J. E. Long, from the Southern Railway, is extra dispatcher at Lakeland. The orange season is in full swing with a heavy crop, and everybody on this district is busy. Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous New Year, I am, Fraternally, D. C. Lakeland District Notes — Bro. J. A. Parramore, a new man from the C. H. & N., who relieved at Croom and Trilby, is now at Wauchula, owing to the heavy orange movement. Bro. I. C. Smith, of Wauchu’a, and Bro. W. H. Fortson, and Bro. Kight, of Bowling Green, have just returned from their vacations. Bro. R. B. Griffin, our efficient relief agent, has accepted a position with the G. & F. in his home town at Willacoochee, Ga., Bro. M. C. Harper, from the G. S. & F., succeeds him. First “KD” and second “CD” Lakeland, sec- ond Trilby and third Croom are on bulletin. Bro. W. D. Harnage, who recently bid in first Trilby, has been appointed agent there, Bro. Lott getting first and Bro. Huitt frOm second to third. Bro. H. C. Martin opened Florence Villa agency. John O’ Donald, first trick dispatcher Lakeland, has been appointed chief, E. T. Mulquin returning to the Big Four. It is Bro. J. B. Moore on High Springs second, now. Bro. R. W. Harrison, agent Hernando, has been in the Waycross Hospital for some time, relieved by Bro. W. F. McClendon. Bro. Brantley, agent Crystal River, is also in the hospital with a se- vere attack of malaria, relieved by Bro. R. E. Collins, second Croom, and he by Bro. Edwards, from Kathleen, Robbie later relieving Bro. Murrell, at Inverness, on sick list. We are glad to know that Bro. Brantley, our local chairman, is again able to be at his post, after spending some time in the Waycross Hospital. As we expect something to be done for us shortly, we must leave no room for complaint, but be right on the job all the time. “CR.” Third Division, Jacksonville District — We were sorry to learn of the resignation of Bro. T. J. Tedder, of Plant City, as local chairman, as he has made us one of th$ best we have had and his place will be hard to fill. It was only because he did not feel that he could give justice to the work and to his position as agent for the company that he gave it up. Bro. W. W. Tedder has been appointed in his stead, and has appointed as his assistants, Bros. B. C. Hartley, of Groveland, and J. G. Hurley, of Sanford ticket office, and Bro. C. H. Piplar, of Pomona, correspondent. Bro. Tedder will take up the work where Bro. T. J. Tedder has left it off, and progress along the same lines. He has appointed able assistants and if they give him the support he should have, with the united help of tne membership, we will see the Jax District again within three of being solid. As one vitally inter- ested I ask every member on this district if you know of a non try to get him in. If you know of a delinquent try to get him to pay up. This is what helps your local chairman directly and yourself indirectly. Members transferred from other divisions are: Bros. S. C. Martinak, and R. C. Louis, Division Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 147 14, at Seville, from Division 17; I. G. Stephens, Crescent City, from Division 62, and Bro. W. E. Bullock, Haines City, from Division 42. Bros. E. D. Neel, of Haines City, C. P. Kelly, Seville, R. C. Ternold, Enterprise Jet., and D. Lee Morrison, of Clermont, are among our new members for December, and we are looking for more by every mail. The more the merrier. Let them come. Sincerely yours, W. Third Division, Jacksonville District Notes — We “have resolved’* that the Jacksonville Dis- trict must have a piece in the journal every month during 1913. The orange and vegetable movement has started for fair, also the tourist movement including the crop of “Saratoga's.'* Bro. Sam Willis, at Win- ter Garden, don’t like to handle drummer’s trunks. He is getting ready to handle the parcels post, getting strings ready to lead all the chickens and turkeys that happen to be stamped to his post- office. The government will invent some kind of new mail crane in order to properly hang up poultry, cats, etc. Bro. L. H. Brockman has resigned and is now with the Tavares & Gulf at Winter Garden. The T. & G. is not a scheduled road, but Bro. Brockman carries an up to date, and thinks he always will, as this is the only way to remedy all the various evils to be met with, the greatest of which at present is the carrying of the U. S. mail gratis and doing the Western Union business for ac- commodation. The membership can remedy these evils very easily if they will only stop the con- tinual gas work and make an effort. I believe the officials of the Order would outline some plan to carry it out with our co-operation, but they can't give us all these things unless we, as mem- bers en-masse, ask for them. While we are at work trying to get something for ourselves we should not lose sight of the fellow without a card, but show him the error of his way and get him to sign up. The grapevine wireless tells me that we will have nine delegates to the Baltimore convention next May, and if we send the right kind of men they should be able to let others know that the Atlantic Coast Line wants some things and are willing to back their judgment upon them. Our new Local Chairman, Bro. W. W. Tedder, has gone to work in earnest, and will make a rec- ord if he keeps up the lick he has started. He will soon have every one a member if you render him the assistance he deserves. The various temporary offices are all now open, including Beresford, Fullers and Satsuma, which shows that the orange movement means big things for this section of Florida. The three or four members who have not paid their dues for the term ending December 31st should not be allowed to rest a minute until they pay up and come back with a new card. Cracker. Big Four Route. Indianapolis Division — Trains running thick and fast. Anderson Depot second and Muncie and Degraff second and third have been opened and will be bulletined soon. An- derson Depot third will probably be opened soon, also “CG’* tower, Anderson, as a block office. Mr. “Non,’’ take out a card. It costs money to get and keep the right to bid on these jobs, and you stand as much show in that as we do, so come in and do your share. Bro. Sparks, second Connor, bid back third Mix. “Bob” Cook, first Quincy, resigned December 15th to get next to the sheriff job before taking office January 1st. He was relieved by Bro. Carl Marts, Mr. Hedge on third there. Bro. Arbuckle off a few days sick, was relieved on third Union City by Mr. Hiatt. Mr. Stamm re- lieved Mr. Hanks, who is in the dispatcher’s office, while Mr. Clegg is out West on a hunting trip. Bro. Walters, second Ansonia, on a few days va- cation to Cleveland, relieved b Mr. Slyder. Operator Stevens, relieved on second Taft by Mr. jester on second Anderson Depot. Mr. John- son, South Anderson second, bid in Raleigh days. Mr. Hatcher, third Connor, off a few days sick, was relieved by Mr. McIntyre. Bro. Latin, second Winchester, while off to get married, was relieved by Mr. Hiatt. Congratula- tions. Bro. Warren, first Eastwood, bid back third at Harrisville. Bro. Hulse, first Union City, off attending a funeral and Bros. Bright and Arbuckle had to work 12 hours, no men available for relief. Bro. Carr, agent Houston, is off on sick leave. Bros. Atkinson and Shoffner are at Sidney nights extra. Flinn and Johnson are on second and third at Muncie pending bulletin. Flinn also relieved Black on third Belt Junction. Johnson is a new man. Mr. Thatcher, third Fortville, bid in second at Gretna. Wert and Thomas are at Degraff pending bulle- tin. wish you all a happy New Year. Remember, no card, no favors. “The Doctor.” Indianapolis Division Notes — There were just half as many present at the December meeting as at the November meeting, however, those present enjoyed themselves. We would be glad to see some of the '*AB” boys at the next meeting, the third Monday night in Jan- uary at Muncie, Ind. Telegrapher Black, second Belt Jet., was recently married and will now take out a card. E. B. Padgett has been appointed chief dis patcher for this division, vice W. H. Miller, trans- ferred. Bro. Newfarmer promised to help out this month, but had a house full of company and it took all his time to hunt up enough for them to eat. Bro. E. B. Melvin is looking over first Quincy, with view of bidding on it. “The Patient,” Digitized by Google

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148 The Railroad Telegrapher. Maine Central R. R. Business is slack on the entire road on account of no snow. Although we appreciate the lack of snow in our outside work, good sledding would start things moving again. Potato shipments from nroostooK points west via Northern Maine Junction, are holding up well for this time of year. You western brothers who read this must give us the credit of .moving most of your “spuds.” Bro. Merrifield, of Burnham Jet. second, landed third at Danforth, Me., Mr. Speer, of Burnham third, landed same office. Bro. Richardson, agent Sabattus, was relieved a few days recently by Mr. Cunningham, Danville Junction. Bro. J. T. Daily, agent at Richmond, has our sympathy owing to the death of his mother. G. S. Rosebush, Monmouth, bid off first Me- chanic Falls. Bro. Cornell, agent at Pittsfield, goes to Water- ville agency, vice Bro. Cummings, who relieves Mr. McLaughlin at Rockland, promoted to assist- ant superintendent. Bro. A. E. McLaughlin, agent Fabyans, has re- signed, and is now manager of the White Moun- tain House, a high class summer resort, at Bretton Woods, N. H. He has our best wishes. Bro. Hugh Travers relieved him. Bro. Entrekin bid off Greene agency, his position at Corinna landed by Bro. Milliken, of Enfield. Bro. Hoppe has returned to Wilton agency, Bro. Rogers going to Wiscasset. Bro. Higgins, a number of years agent at New- castle, has resigned to enter business for himself, relieved by Bro. E. C. Herrick who has “come back," we are glad to hear. Only one or two good brothers are helping me witii these write-ups, to which so many were willing at one time to contribute. I feel pleased, however, that we have been able to show that Old Division 140 is on the job. I have been unable to find a man to run for local chairman on this district. When this number of Thk Telegrapher is read by you, you should get right out and find out who you want tor local chairman and get# interested in your delegate to Baltimore, who is to be elected at the same time. Don’t vote on tradition, vote on merit. E. J. Haves, Ass't Gen’l Chairman. Grand Rapids & Indiana Ry. Northern Division — S. C. Gross, cashier Boyne Falls, is now on first there, vice Mr. Shockley, resigned. A new man taking cashiership there. Bro. Grant Reed, second Formans, is on sec- ond “KS” tower for the winter. L. E. Foxworthy, agent Alanson, on vacation, was relieved by Mr Graves, relief agent. Bro. C. L. Sheets, second “GN“ Grand Rapids, on vacation, relieved by Bro. R. D. Miller, relief operator. P. L. Bowman, second “P” Petoskey, on vaca- tion, being relieved by Bro. W. A. Gates. L. D. Thomas has returned there, after two weeks' vacation. Bro. I. C. Hart, first “CN” Cadillac, resigned to take the managership of the Postal there, re- lieved by R. A. Norin, of second, relieved by Mr. Dean, second “NY“ Cadillac, H. A Speicher, a new man is on third “CN,“ vice H. M. Lowell, who got second “NY,” vice Mr. Dean. E. J. Noble, second “NY,” is on first there, vice G. H. Labbiev now manager “CN“ office. M. M. Eichelberger, agent Kalkaska, is off on vacation, relieved by H. A Thomas, relief agent. Extra Dispatcher F. D. Newman is taking his annual two weeks’ off. F. C. Frymire, “BA” Alba, on vacation, was relieved by V. D. Morford, resigned. G. A. Hilliker, telegrapher “NA“ Mancelona, resigned, relieved by J. M. Bartholomy, agent El- mira, relieved by Bro. R. L. Gates, agent “VN“ Levering, relieved by L. H. Frank, recently out of service. H. R. McIntyre, “CS” Cedar Springs, is again on second “FD” Big Rapids, vice A. O. Horton, now on third there, vice Mr Bell, who went to third “K“ Reed City for the winter. Mr. Steimel, from “MX” Traverse City, is now agent at Ashton, vice Mr. Young. The hours at Boyne Falls have been changed from nine to eight, and some of the work of the telegraphers cut down, making it a fairly good job now where it was a roast before. Bro. R. L. Wyatt, telegrapher “DN” T us tin, is off on leave. C. L. Ball, first Mackinaw City, has returned from vacation, Bro. H. F. Mead going back to third there. Bro. Diffenderfer is now on second at that place. U. N. O. Southern Division — Bro. Stevens, second Valentine, has gone to Chicago. We wish him good luck. Bro. Baker has been visiting his old friends at Valentine. Mr. Coats is on second Vicksburg for the winter. Telegrapher Allison, who resigned some time ago, is now at Howe. The new block offices are going into operation now and there will be some good jobs open. Mr. Yeiser, first Avilla, was off a few days, ac- count of illness of his father. Bro. Williamson, first Conlog, spent several days in Traverse City recently. Mr. Warner has gone to the Nickel Plate. Ex-Bro. Lepper, from the A. C L., is now on second Conlog. Mr. Firestone is now on third Spy Run regular. We are glad to welcome our new member, C. A. Warner. Cert. 1803. Norfolk Southern R. R. We are glad to see the Norfolk Southern boys falling in line. We should have a regular corre- spondent to keep us posted on the changes. Since we have secured the o. A. L. president and general manager and general superintendent. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 149 we may expect some better things in the near future, when our new link is completed between Raleigh and Charlotte. The Old North State is getting to be a “Horse pistol/’ in the R. R. world. Mr. Cherry, of Mayock, is to leave soon to go on the farm. We were all very sorry to hear of the acciuental death of Mr. Snowden, in November. He never joined the Order, but always helped us out. Mr. Pendleton goes to Snowden. Mr. Bailey, transferred from Plymouth to Farm* rille, N. C.# vice Mr. White, resigned. Mr. Skiles, formerly of Wasnington, landed Plymouth. Mr. EUiott assisted agent at Mackeys during the holiday rush. \V. J. Nicholson landed Kinston, N C., a fat place. Bro. R. S. Tilden appointed agent Dover, N. C. Glad to see him back with us. It is rumored C. R. Johnson at Pinetown is soon to be transferred. W. B. Parker, of Sunbury, has gone to the A. C. L. J. P. Clark, Pontego, N. C., does not believe in secret organizations, etc. Wonder where he came from? He believes in “salary raises,” and never refuses it. Pay up your dues to June 30th, 1913, promptly and get your new card, which is waiting to be sent you, and help us to thoroughly organize our line. Get after every non you know, and keep after him until he lines up. We want to be 100 per cent solid before guano movement begins. Our increase from the express company overpays our dues; so there is no room to kick. Cert. 3. Grand Trunk Western R. R. If you are not up to date send Bro. J. W. Case, Otterburn, Mich., $9.50, and you will be surprised how quick you will receive a card and you will feel 100 per cent better, too. The meeting at Durand, December 19th, was postponed until December 27th, to enable Bro. Campbell to be with us. If the G. T. W. boys would stick together like those C. P. boys do, we would be working under as good a schedule ourselves. Get a card if you haven’t got one, and sec that your neighbor gets one. Pay your dues. Get busy and save Bro. Case a lot of work. We want to be up to date when our committee goes to Montreal in the near future. If you are working beside a non get him. Some of the boys have almost forgotten they are members, wake up and show that you have the goods. Very few notes sent in for this write up, which explains its brevity. We failed to receive Bro. Van’s notes from Montrose. Bro. Smith, agent at Attica, and Bro. J. W. Dewar, agent at Capoe, called out of bed to work on account of the wreck at Imlay City. Bro. Bob, Imlay City, has a new Fox typewriter. Bro. Dewar was a recent Port Huron caller. Bro. Day is relieving agent Swartz Creek, who was taken sick. Mr. Murphy, a new man, is on nights. The boys are doubling, owing to the shortage of men. Agent Hilderbridle, of Goodells, has returned from a three weeks’ vacation trip out West. Mr. Brooks, third Millett, has gone to C. & I. Crossing as agent. Bro. Jim Clifford attended the party at Emmett recently. Let every man do his part and make this year a joyful one and remember, “In God we trust,” and “no card, no favors.” Fraternally, Stun. Delaware & Hudson R. R. Saratoga Division— G. A. Johnson, while committee was in session, was relieved by J. E. Walsh. C. M. Andress bid in second Watervliet, and C. H. Kemp, Glen Falls freight house, bid in Waterford. Mr. Renan relieved at Troy freight house, while at Waterford by W. J. Cassidy, who bid in secon4 Mechanicsville ticket office. He also relieved Harry Welch, first “J A” tower, while off December 5th. E. J. Crounse, third “WI” tower, on sick list, relieved by J E. Walsh. P. B. Johnson, agent West Pawlet, sick with typhoid fever, is now on the gain. H. J. McMur- ray relieving. T. E. Welch and wife on a trip to New York recently. Tom was relieved by J. E. Walsh on first “WY” tower. Understand the former is try- ing to buy a farm there. Work pn the new B. & M. Hump yard at Me* % Ville is progressing rapidly. Jesse M. Wood has been appointed general yardmaster there, vice E. Putnam. D. B. Hanks attended the meeting of Division 139 at North Adams, Mass., Saturday evening, December 14th. We hope it won’t be long before the boys on this division will be holding regular monthly meetings. Let it be one of our New Year’s resolutions to try and get every non to join our tanks. There isn’t a non on the line but what there is also a member near enough to see him, and talk over the important question. D. B. Hanks has agreed to have a write-up each month for this division. All help him by sending in any news items you can in regard to changes, etc., which is interesting to most of us, and espe- cially to those who have worked here and are now in some other part of the country, in some lonely spot. It seems good to them to pick up The Telegrapher and read the news of thfeir old home division. When any deaths, births or marriages occur among our members or along our line, send them in, so we can report them. Geo. R. Show, agent Shushan, off a few days recently, was relieved by H. Ward, from Salem. Center Rutland has a new station, and No. 7 wire cut in, Cook has to “OS” and handle orders on 7 now. We hear that dispatcher “CS” has got the West- ern fever and is going to California again. Digitized by Google

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150 The Railroad Telegrapher. Let us all be “live wires” and “boosters” and try and make “The Leading Tourists Line” solid O. R. T. before this year closes. Cert. 300. Susquehanna Division — The nons are kicking because the engineers have secured another increase and are receiving three times more wages than the telegraphers, and the nons have only themselves to blame. These engi- neers are paying for value received, and it cer- tainly is a great investment for them, and they are strongly organized and are paying over four times as much dues as the telegraphers. They know and the nons ought to know that we can not ex- pect to get something for nothing, and the sooner we all come to this conclusion the better it will be for all concerned. When the Rip Van Winkle nons awaken to this fact we will have a chance to live instead of just existing and have something better than just a stepping stone to promotion. 'I he only way we can “boost” the Order is to keep hammering away until they join. Don’t take “no” for an answer, but go after the next one. Try this and see what the result will be in a few months. Two years ago the Order secured in- creases for these nons, also a card pass, the in- creases alone amounting to $200.00, which never cost them a cent, and then they will bite the hand that feeds them. Send your notes to the local chairman before the 20th, so we can have a write-up each month. Remember, “No cards, no favors. Cert. 225. Virginian Ry. Mr. Howerton bid in the 12-hour job at bridge 74, new office. Mr. Walters is on the new trick at Herndon, pending bids. Mrs. Riddick has the 1 2-hour job at King. Bro. George at Rock nights, and Bro. Hyde at Matoaka days, Bro. Stover, agent at Matoaka, is one of our new members. Mr. Trent, Clark’s Gap, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Walters, later relieved by Mr. Tylor, being transferred to Princeton second, re- lieving Mr Miller. Bro. Sampson has been as- signed to third Clark’s Gap, Bro. Spradling second, anu Mr. irent first. Bro. Young is on first Micajah, with Mr. and Mrs. Roush on second and tnird, respectively. Bro. J. E. Abbott at Taft, off a few days, re- lieved by his brother, Bro. L. L. Abbott. Bro. Vaughan and Messrs. Booker and Gordon are all back again at Mullens, Bro. Vaughan on second, Bro. Robinson first there, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Booker extra, Mr. Gordon is on third. Bro. Vaughan, while relieving Bro. Hix at Salem, Va., was relieved by Bro. Parrish, from Taft, and he by Bro. L. L. Abbott. Bro. Stanley, agent Gardner Jet., and Bros. Oliver and Collinsworth are doing good work among the nons, holding meetings and straighten- ing things out, and are now preparing for a com- mittee to represent this division. I am very sorry I made the mistake of calling Bro. Byrd, agent at Lester, “Mr.” He is a good, faithful brother, strictly up to date. Mr. Gravely bid in “WD” agency and Mr. Meadows, a new man from the C & O., landed “QN.” I would like very much to have some notes from each office monthly not later than the 20th, telling me the changes and so on, so I will be able to get everything correct and have no mis- representations in our write-up. Let's all turn a new leaf this year, and get out of the old muddy rut into the right road and you will not regret it. With best wishes for a prosperous New Year and thorough organization. Div. Cor., Cert. 5. Omaha Railroad Telegraphers’ Club. At our. regular meeting, December 5th, in the Paxton Hotel, with a number of the old members present, arrangements were completed for the dance on January 7, 1913. Arrangements were also made for the music and refreshments at the meeting December 19th. Bro. Weston, vice president of Division 130, resigned, being unable to attend to the duties of that office, and his resignation was accepted with regret. “Wes” did fine work with the boys on his line, and will continue to be one of .the “live” ones in this club. Bro. J. G. Lawler was then unanimously elected vice-president to represent Division 130. “Joe” has always been a good worker, serving on all the committees, and doing good work lining up the boys of his division for membership in the club, and will fill the office creditably. After short addresses by the members, light re- freshments and lunch was served by the “Owl Club,” and the meeting adjourned. Ine regular meeting Thursday, December 19th, was another big success, a large crowd attended, and everyone enjoyed themselves the limit. All of our “reguiar” musicians could not attend, some being on Christmas vacations, but those who came gave us some fine music, which was thoroughly appreciated. Our list of musicians is quite a long one, so that when one or two are absent we still have quite few to draw from. Our piano at President Ackerman’s home, where the musicians meet and practice between the meeting nights, will be installed at our meeting rooms in the near fu- ture. As a “music master” we must doff our cap to Bro. Burnitc. He’s all there in arranging a musical program and is some “fiddler.” The club should make “Archie” a present of a “Strad.’* Though the majority of us don’t know a “Strad” from a cigar box, we know Bro. Burnitc would appreciate the name any way. Light lunch and refreshments were served to all hands, and after few short talks by the members attending, President Ackerman addressed us ask ing that each member do his best to boost our dance, January 7th. Quite a number of visitors, not members of the club, were with us at this meet- ing, and were well pleased with the entertainment. There was room for more, and we hope to see Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 151 more of the boys off of the line with us at these meetings. When our piano is installed in our reg- ular rooms, and reading matter provided for the members, the O. R. T. Club Rooms will be a p.ace where a tired telegrapher can spend a quiet enjoyable evening, on nights that we are not hold- ing meetings, and the boys from out of town can come there immediately on their arrival, in- stead of waiting until 8 p. m., as is now the custom. After obtaining a few names for our invitation list for the dance the meeting adjourned, and was voted by every one present, a very successful one. The Scribe. Little Rock O. R. T. Club. Our regular meeting at the Marion Hotel, De- cember 29th, had a small attendance, due to in- clemency of weather, and a number of members not having quite recovered from the holiday pleas- ures, therefore nothing outside of business was transacted, with the exception of discussing the banquet planned for next meeting, which was post- poned. Brothers from the Iron Mountain gave us a line-up of the proposed plans of curtailing ex- penses on their line. They are now stringing the wire for a new train dispatcher's telephone circuit from Little Rock to Texarkana, and a new selector system has been installed in “CF” office, which as reports go, remind one of working near a street crossing bell; however, it has cut down the delay from way stations on the line and gives the boys in “CF’* better facilities for handling the business there, which has been exceedingly heavy the past few months. * Bro. Brown, of “RI," in some manner had his dates mixed and arrived a week too early for the present meeting, we hope he doesn’t do so again, as we are greatly pleased to have the brother with us. Ex- Bro. J. A. Weldon has been relieved from Bald Knob agency of the I. M., which he has held for a number of years, also ex- Bro. Farley of same station as second trick operator and two of the clerks there. Vice-President Harper, the proud father of a 10- pound boy, has applied for membership in this club for the youngster. We understand the appli- cation having been placed on the table for the present. Business was rather brisk during the holiday rush, and the boys in “RX" did a nice overtime stunt. Manual block will be installed Little Rock to Alexandria, within the next thirty days, with no ad ditional wires. This will take one wire from the boys at “CF" and they will relay all business for Valley and Louisiana divisions including St. Louis business, which will make the one wire left a rather over-burdened circuit. We expect to elect new officers at the next meeting, and make further plans for our banquet and would like to have as many of the members present as possible. The club as a unit enjoins me to extend the greetings of the season to all members of the O. R. T. for the coming year and look forward for new ideas for our own success and the success of our employers. R. A. Gibbons, . Club Cor. Topeka O. R. T. Club. The regular meeting on Sunday, December 29th, was the best since the club's inception, both in point of attendance and enthusiasm. President Stover called the meeting to order at 8:30 p. m., giving an excellent address and intro- ducing First Vice-President J. A. Newman, of Chicago, who made an exceptionally strong ad- dress, telling us in detail what the O. R. T. has done in the past and what they can do in the fu- ture, with the proper backing. His address was most thoroughly enjoyed. Bro. Brown, general chairman Division 126, gave one of his splendid addresses, which as usual was thoroughly enjoyed. Bro. Rex Snodgrass, of El Reno, also gave us a short talk telling us all about El Reno. Quite a lengthy debate with reference to “con- certed action" was indulged in, every brother pres- ent being called upon for his opinion and all responded. It was decided at this meeting that the club would give a banquet for the members of the dub, and their wives and lady friends at the Throop Hotel, Topeka, Sunday evening, January 36th, which promises to be a great success. On the suggestion of Bro. Newman our meeting night was changed from the last Sunday of the month to the second Sunday evening of each month to be held at the Throop Hotel, on ac count of being in line with the meetings of the Kansas City and St. Joseph clubs, so that our grand officers can attend all these meetings on one trip, making *it much more convenient for them and giving us a better opportunity of having them with us oftener. While our attendance heretofore has been fairly good, considering the fact that we have to de- pend largely on out-of-town brothers, it should be larger. Bro. Newman gave us three days and nights of his time to be present, most of which was on the train, also our brothers from Herington have to travel all night to get back to their otnees in time for duty. This should serve as an object lesson to some of our members living within a short distance of Topeka. Get busy, boys, and arrange to be with us at our next meeting. Secretary Digitized by v^ooQle

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GRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due January 1, 1913. Time for payment expires February 28, 1913. AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On $ 300 00 (Series A) $2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) 7 20 per year BENEFITS PAID DURING DECEMBER, 1912. Claim No. Namb. Cause. 1378 . . Earl P. Smith Suicide Cert. Drv. No. Series. Amt. 14.. 31218. C. $1,000 00 1381. Frank P. Hope Pulmonary Tuberculosis 119. . 6260. . B. . 500 00 1382. .John A. Hultgren Pulmonary Tuberculosis 54. . 19203. jB. . 500 00 1384. .John S. Davis Acute Bright’s Disease 33. . 19548. . B. . 500 00 1385. .Chas. Jewett Fish Heart Disease 91. .19565. . B. . 500 00 1386. .Jesse D. Mallery Typhoid Fever 130. .35591. C. . 1,000 00 1387 . . C. D. Williams Peritonitis Following Operation. . 23 . . 28742 . . A . . 300 00 1388. Edward T. Lane Angina Pectoris 33. . 19491. .A. . 300 00 1389. .David T. fylalone Pulmonary Tuberculosis 8. .22444. . B. . 500 00 1394. .Geo. Ramsey Organic Heart Disease 23. . 15395. .A. . 300 00 1395. .Harry V. Pemberton. . . . Endocarditis 33. . 9714. A. . 300 00 FINANCIAL STATEMENT— MORTUARY FUND. Receipts. Received on Assessment Account to November 30, 1912 $1,201,760 61 Received on Assessment Account December, 1912 13,607 30 $1,215,367 91 Disbursements. Death Claims paid to November 30, 1912 $ 846,681 47 Death Claims paid in December 5,700 00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,643 24 Assessments transferred to dues 249 48 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, December 31, 1912 361,093 72 $1,215,367 91 L. W. QUICK, Grand Secretary and Treasurer . Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 153 Official Directory General Offices, St. Louis, Mo. GRAND OFFICERS. H. B. PERHAM President St. Louis, Mo. J. A NEWMAN First Vice-President Flat “B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, I1L D. CAMPBELL Third Vice-President 205 Jarvis. St., Toronto, Ont. BOARD OF George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. Geo. E. Joslin, Box L. W. QUICK Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. J. J. DERMODY Fourth Vice President 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. DIRECTORS. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box 87, Springfield, Mo. 266, Centerdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Gates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION— Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perham, President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. F. A. Parent, Gen'l Chairman, Casselman. Ont.; D. L. Shaw, Gen’l S. & T., London, Ont. No. 2, ST. LOUIS, MO.— Meets 1st and 3<1 Mondays each month at 8 p. m., Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor. Masonic Temple (Odeon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher, 7th floor, Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; E. E. Aber, S. & T., 3®95 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C., St P., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, General Chairman, 227 West Central ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tengiey, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st., Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Quin- cey. La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6 — Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Box 294, Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging, Local Chairman, Nebraska Division, Eg bert, Wyo.; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman, Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman, Colorado Division, Box ix, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman, Kansas Division, 125 Colorado st., Manhattan, Kan. No. 7 — Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 295. Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gen’l S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8 — Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gen’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T., Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs, N. Y. Western and Rochester Division — Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at Rochester, N. Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m,, at 148 N. Salina st., Syracuse, N. Y., in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman, Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N. Y. A. E. Blim, Local Chairman Station Dept., Western Division, Chili Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division — Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m., at 510 §tate st., over Fagan’s real estate office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Digitized by Google

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154 The Railroad Telegrapher. Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall bn Devereaux st., at 8 p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Signalmen, 962 State st., Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Station Men, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook Division — Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o’clock. Odd Fellows’ Hall, East Erie ave.. Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chairman, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek District — Meets 2d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m. in Mechanics’ Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Ter- minal— Meets 2d Wednesday at 9:30 a. in. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg., Lexington ave., cor. East 125th st., New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairman of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st., Mount Vernon, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrutx, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo Division — Regular meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tues- day evening in January, March, May, July, September and November and on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meet- ings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman. O. A. Siehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y., Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. F. G. Boutelle, Local Chairman, Chauncey, N. Y. 2011 Eleventh ave., Altoona, Pa. Middle Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. A. L. Rex. Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot, Pa. Cone- maugh Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 White- field st., Pittsburg, Pa. Monongahela Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, 243 Fifth st., Homestead, Pa. Tyrone Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. A. Fetzer, Local Chairman, Milesburg, Pa. Renovo Division — Meets at call of Chairman. B. J. Kane, Local Chairman, R. F. D. 3, Emporium, Pa. Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — Meets at call of Chairman. A. C Grieb, Local Chairman, Nisket, Pa. Sanbury Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. C. Vandling, Local Chairman, Mifflinville, Pa. Maryland Division — Meets at call of Chairman. H. B. Arrison, Local Chairman, Northeast, Md. Delaware Division — Meets at call of Chairman. T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman, Middletown, Del. West Jersey and Seashore Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. E. Nightingale, Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Amboy Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Harold G. Austin, Local Chair- man, Mt. Holly, N. J. Belvidere Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. G. Simanton, Local Chairman, Frenchtown, N. J. Philadelphia Terminal Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 729 Linden st., Camden, N. J. Elmira Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. R. Elliot, Local Chairman, 381 South Main st., Elmira, N. Y. Philadelphia Di- vision— Meets at call of Chairman. C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Curtin ave., Harrisburg, Pa. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. & L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gen’l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind.; M. T. Parks, G. S. & T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen’l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. No. 16 — Division covers the Michigan Central Railroad. Meets 3d Monday each month at 7:30 p. m. Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen’l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; J. H. Staley, Gcn’l S. & T., Box 135. Stevensville, Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad 4 (lines east of Pittsburg and Erie). J. F. Miller, General Chairman, No. 2916 Huntingdon ave., Baltimore, Md. ; G. E. Nightingale, Gen’l S. & T., Newfield, N. J. Baltimore Division — Meets at Huntingdon Hall, cor. Huntingdon ave. and 25th st., Baltimore, Md., 3d Friday each month. T. E. Fidler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Allegheny Division — Meets subject to call of Chairman. O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Fox- burg, Pa. Pittsburg Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad System. Meeting tat District at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st., cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each month. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L. E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meetings 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State st., Hammond, Ind., every second Saturday of each month. C. O. Crisenbery, Gen’l Chairman, Knox, Ind.; C. F. Mayer, Gen'l S. & T., 6818 Lawn ave., N. W., Cleveland, Ohio. No. 20 — Division covers the New York, Ontario St Western Railway System. Meets subject to cell of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen’l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y. ; H. D. Pfoor, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 28, Jermyn, Pa.; C. L. Cook, Local Chairman, Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y.; W. J. Haley, Ass’t Local Chairman, South- ern Division, 114 Linden st., Middletown, N. Y. ; J. D. Foote, Ass’t Local Chairman, South- ern Division, Cocfk’s Falls, N. Y. W. F. Pers- backer, Local Chairman Scranton Division, Olyphant, Pa.; F. L. Spratt,' Ass’t Local Chair- man, Scranton Division, Hancock, N. Y. C. D. Soule, Local Chairman Northern Dvision, Cleveland, N. Y. ; P. J. Loftus, Ass’t Local Chairman Northern Division, Oneida, N. Yt e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 155 No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Stenger, Gen’I Chair- man, R. F. D. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’I S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. 23 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma Eastern R. R., and Rochelle & Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Soyster. Gen’I Chairman 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, Iowa; O. S. Smith, Ass’t GenT Chairman for the C. M. & P. S. and T.-E., Mobridge, S. D.; Ed. R. Derrickson, Gen’I S. & T., 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, la. No. 25 — Division covers the International & Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. M. Williams, Gen’I Chair- man, Vtnus, Tex.; R. B. Adams, Gcn’l S. & T., Oak wood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman, Taylor Section, Rock- dale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Antonio Division, Encinal, Tex.; B. L. Harrij, Local Chairman, Ft. Worth Division, Irene, Tex. No. 26, NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets 2d Wednesday of each month, 9 p. m.. Von Glahn’s Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th st. and Columbus ave.. New York City. E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care United Wireless Telegraph Co., 42 Broadway, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. & T., 205 St. James Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St. Louis, Vandalia & Terre Haute, Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor’s office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Pierron, Gen’I Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gcn’l S. & T. , Coatsville, Ind. No. 29, NEW HAVEN. CONN.— Meets 1st Fri- day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. m., in Red Men’s Hall, 48 Church st., cor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel., 57 Ludlow st., Water- bury. Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. & T., 95 Main st.. West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’I Chairman, Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage ave., St. Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo.; H. J. Mohler, Gen’I S. & T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. Nc. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis & San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen’I Chair man. Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen’I S. & T., Box 87, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. E. N. Van Atta, Gen’I Chairman, Box 36, Newark, Ohio; C. B. Rawlins, Ass’t Gen’I Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore’s Hill, Ind.; W. Edgar, Frasher, Gen’I S. & T., 814 W. 9th st., Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Divi- sion meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. & O. depot, Wilmington, Del., 3d Saturday evenings in January, March, May, July, September and November, at 8 o’clock, and meets in the Hall at Cowenton, Md., on 3d Wednesday evenings in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 o’clock, thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowenton, Md., every other meet- ing. N. Gorrell, Local Chairman, Yorklyn, Del.; Eastern District of Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office, Baltimore & New York Terminals meet jointly on the 2d Monday evening of each month, 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md.; J. D. McGrath, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman, Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B, Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Balti- more and New York Terminals. Western District of the Baltimore Division, Eastern Dis- trict of the Baltimore Division, and “GO,” Gen- eral Office, Baltimore and New York Terminals, meet jointly the 2d Monday evening of the months of January, March, May, July, Sep tember and November, at 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md.; J. D. McGrath 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore Md., Local Chairman, . Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B-i, Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Terminals; W. Q. Stouffer, Point of Rocks, Md., Local Chair- man for the Western District of the Baltimore Division. Pittsburg Division, Pike River and P. & W\ Districts, meet 3d Friday night of each month at 8 p. m., 504 Diamond st., cor. Grant, 3d floor. Room 11, Pittsburg, Pa.; J. Yeager, Jr., 405 Jilson ave. (19th Ward), Pittsburg, Pa., Local Chairman of Pike & River; J. W. Miller, Gibsonia, Pa., Local Chairman, P. & W., Western District. Cleveland Division meets 3d Friday of each month in Snyder’s Hall, Exchange st., Masillion, Ohio; G. H. Mc- Coy, 92 Wooster st., Masillion, Ohio, Local Chairman. Chicago Division meets 3d Wed- nesday night of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Defiance, Ohio; T. J. Eiler, Defiance, Ohio, Local Chairman, Eastern District. Newark Division, including all its sub divisions and branches will hereafter meet in Newark on the 3d Monday of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, beginning with an evening meeting on Decem- ber 2 1 st. No. 34 — Division covers the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’I Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittenhouse, Gen’I S. & T., Sidell, 111. Digitized by Google

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156 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 35, PROVIDENCE, R. I. — Meets 3d Satur- day of each month in Swart's Lodge, Odd Fel- lows Hall, 96 Westminster st., Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbeek, Chief Tel., 284 Mont gomery ave.. Providence, R. I. W. J. Smith, S. & T., South Swansea, Mass. No. 36 — Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St Louis, Mo. No. 37, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y— Meets ad Friday evening each month, 8 o’clock, Lambden Bldg., 252 Main st., New Rochelle, N. Y. Thomas O. Tiger, Chief Tel., 907 Main st., Stamford, Conn.; Jos. A. Hannan, S. fir T., P. O. Box 140, Rye, N. Y.; T. J. Gallagher, Local Chairman, 4 Longwood ave., New York, N. Y. No. 38, SPRINGFIELD, MASS— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month 7:30 p. m., 373 Main st., Springfield, Mass. R. P. Keefe, Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st., Springfield, Mass.; J. R. Cardinal, S. fit T., 176 Union st., Springfield, Mass. No. 39 — Division covers the Pere Marquette Rail- road SyBtem. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Chicago-Muskegon Division holds regu lar monthly meetings in Eagle’s Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p.* m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Chairman, Coatsworth, Ont.; W. R. Adair, Gen’l S. & T., 372 Goodwin ave., Detroit, Mich. No. 40 — Division covers Chesapeake & Ohio Rail- way System. L. E. Hicks, Gen’l Chairman, Craigsville, Va. ; J. W. Kiser, Gen’l S. fir T., Guyandotte Station, Huntington, W. Va. Vir- ginia District, C. D. McGehee, Chairman, 2803 East Clay st., Richmond, Va.; H. M. Crowder, Chairman, Howardsville, Va. ; L. G. White, Acting Chairman, Scottsville, Va.; D. H. Scott, Chairman, Big Island, Va. ; H. S. Shuey, Chairman, Craigsville, Va. Meets on the 4th Thursday night of each month at 215 East Broad st., Richmond, Va., and on the 4th Saturday night of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall at Clifton Forge, Va. West Virginia District, J. J. Holt, Chairman, Covington, Va. ; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman, Prince, W. Va.; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Guyandotte, W. Va.; meets in Big Four Building at Hinton on 3d Thursday night each month. Kentucky District, H. O. Irwin, Chairman, 416 East Carter ave., Ashland, Ky.; G. F. Willis, Chairman, Greenup, Ky.; E. W. Johnson, Chairman, Converse, Ind. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. No. 41, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 2d Saturday night each month. Engineers’ Hall, 164 Canal st., Boston, Mass. T. J. Fogarty, Chief Tel., 71 Clarendon ave., West Somerville, Mass.; F. C. McGrath, S. & T., 614 Main at., Win- chester, Mass. No. 42 — Division covers the Erie Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet- ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, corner Park ave. and Market st., every 3d Saturday of each month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meetings 3d Monday of each month, 8:30 p. m., Union Hall, Grave and 4th sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Husted, Gen’l Chairman, Richwood, Ohio; C. L. Bridge, Gen’l S. & T., Deposit, N. Y. • No. 43 — Division covers Canadian Northern Rail- way System. M/ets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen’l Chairman, Beaudette, Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. & T., Dauphin, Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y.— Meets 2d Saturday each month at 8 p. m., in Fraternity Hall, 22 24 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. C. B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y.; A. A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st-. Jamaica, N. Y.; L. Meringer, S. & T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y. ; E. H. Decker, Chairman Towermen, 17 Sheridan ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Frank Shields, Chairman Agents, Mineola, N. Y.; A. Filby, Chairman Telegraphers, 1055 East 34th st., Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 45, WOODS VILLE, N. H.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month at S p. m., K. of P. Hall, Woodsville, N. H. C. A. Burnell, Chief Tel., Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A- Wheeler, S. & T., Wells River, Vermont. No. 46 — Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. H. Livsey, Gcn’l Chairman, East Point, Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen’l S. & T., Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R- T. Hall, Macon, Ga., subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Club, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every sec- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to call of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at LaFayette, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga. Southwestern Division meets subject to call of Local Chairman, J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25, Smithville, Ga. Columbus Division meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair- man. A. H. Warlick, Opelika, Ala.; F. S. Bas kerville, Local Chairman, Macon Terminals, Macon, Ga. No. 47, CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. I.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 8 p. m., at B. I. S. Hall, Charlottetown, P. E. I. J. A. Kelly, Chief Tel., Charlottetown, P. E. I.; J. E. R. McEwen, S. & T., Charlottetown, P. E. I. No. 48 — Division covers the Detroit, Toledo fir Ironton and Ann Arbor Railways. Meets sub- ject to call of Chairman. P. H. Sheedy, Gen’l Chairman, St. Johns, Ohio; J. S. Kneisley, Gen’l S. & T., Quincy, Ohio. Digitizedby Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 157 No. 49 — Division covers the Denver & Rio Grande Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. J. Fulton, Gen'l Chairman, xia E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot, Pneblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton, Local Chairman Second Division, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; J. A. Ray. Local Chairman Third Division, Hotchkiss, Colo.; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Veta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. 1st West st.. Salt Lake City, Utah; A. E. Roberts, Gen’l S. & T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. 51 — Division covers Bessemer & Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle's Hall, Greenville, Pa. R. A. Buzza, Gen’l Chairman, 1183 S. Water st., Meadville, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen'l S. 4 T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 52, PITTSBURG, PA.— Meets ad and 4th Saturday evening each month at 8 o’clock, 204 Fifth ave., 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. C. C. Me* Kalip, Chief Tel., 305 Winston st., Pittsburg, Pa.; H. K. Klingensmith, Secretary, 124 Su- burban ave., Beechview. Pittsburg, Pa.; C. C. Campbell, Treasurer, 108 Freemont st., Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. S3 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carlos, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gen’l S. 4 T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sam Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. 4 T., 1009 East 3d st, Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Wheeling 4 Lake Eric and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even- ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; L. L. Gebhardt, Gen’l Chairman, Norwalk, Ohio; C. E. Baltzer, G. S. & T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. 4 L. E. Telegraph Office, Perry-Payne bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, ^ocal Chair- man, Scio, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 56— Division covers Georgia Southern & Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga. ; E. H. Baker, Gen’l S. & T., White Springs, Fla. • No. 57 — Division covers the Houston 4 Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over 401 Main st, Dallas, Tex.; A. E. Leisure, Gen’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex. ; W. M. Moseley, Gen’l S. 4 T., Rice, Tex. No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys- tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen’l Chairman, 122 Tate st., Greens- boro, N. C.; O. R. Doyle, Gen’l S. 4 T., Calhoun, S. C. No. 61, CAMPBELLTON, N. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers’ Hall, Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’ Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapedia, Que.; G. F. Ward, S. 4 T., Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen’l Chair- man, Oakdale, Tenn.; E. H. Boutwell, Gen’l S. 4 T., Box 374, Williamstown, Ky.; E. H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Division, Box 374, Williamstown, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meetings subject to call of Local Chairman. No. 63, MONCTON, N. B.— Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, N. B., St John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. M. Scribner, Chief Tel., Shediac Road, N. B., R. M. Gross, S. 4 T., Anagance, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE.— Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st., Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. 4 T., Riviere du Loup Station, Box * 114, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 65, ROCHESTER, N. H.— Meets at 7:30 p. m., 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. P. T. Harrity, Chief Tel., Rochester, N. H.; C. E. Scott, S. & T., Box 87, Wolfeboro, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S.— Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. L. Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S.; Geo. O. Forbes, S. 4 T., Sydney, N. S. No. 69 — Division covers the Queen 4 Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- berg, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. & T., Q. & C. Yard Office, Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Woodmen Hall, opposite Opera House, Oskaloosa, Iowa. A. L. Gardner, Chief Tel., Abbott, Iowa; E. J. Wil- son, S. & T., Laurel, Iowa. No. 72, ST. JOSEPH, MO.— Meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 8 p. m., 623 Mt. Mora Road, St. Joseph, Mo. F. F. Winsor, Chief Tel., Oneida, Kan.; F. F. Winsor, S. 4 T., Oneida, Kan. Digitized by v^ooQle

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158 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 76 — Division covers the Chicago & North- western Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen’l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira R. Kempkes, Gen’l S. & T., Nevada, Iowa. No. 77, DENVER, COLO. — Meets 1st Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel, Denver, Colo. C. S. Guernsey, Chief Tel., 2805 Franklin st, Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney, S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, Colo. No. 80 — Division covers the N. O. M. & C. Ry. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E. Swenson, Gen’l S. & T., Stringer, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; H. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — Division covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man or Local Chairman. R. E. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Smithsburg, Md.; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichclberger st., Hanover, Pa. Local Chairmen Maryland Division: C. E. Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District; R. E. Smith, Smithsburg, Md., Second District; J. Harry Blochcr, Alesia, Md., Third District. Local Chairmen West Virginia Division: J. C. Boor, Beryl, W. Va., Eastern District; J. A. Hickerson, Davis, W. Va., Western District. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; J. F. Crozier, Gen’l S. & T., Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas & Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. W. E. Sledge, Gen’l Chairman, Pelican, La.; B. T. Hambright, Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS.— Meets 1st Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 724 Washington st., Boston, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. 2 Josephine avc., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Mc- Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets 1st Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sts., Chicago, 111. G. Dal Jones, Chief Tel., 2530 North Kcd- zie blvd., Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. & T., 5529 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGraw, Gen’l Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. & T., 901 W. Long ave., Du Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky.; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, 111.; W. P. Moore, Gcn’l Chairman, Y. & M. V. Line, Lula, Miss.; G. D. Clements, General Chairman, Indianapolis Southern Rail- way, Bloomfield, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen'l S. & T., Anna, 111. No. 94. MERIDIAN, MISS. — Meets 2d Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesia, Miss.; H. W. BeU, Chief Tel., Ethelville, Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. & T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95. PORTLAND, ME.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 54654 Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; A. L. Prior, S. 8c T., East Lebanon, Me. No.. 96 — Divison covers Chicago & Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City. Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C. E. Norris, Gen’i S. & T., Inver Grove, Minu. No. 97 — Division covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair man. D. May, Gen’l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.: F. O. Cumming, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman and Gen’l S. & T., 15 Dinwiddie st, Portsmouth, Va.; J. T. Bcnn, Local Chairman First Division, Thelma, N. C.; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman Second Division, Marsh ville, N. C.; S. P. McDaniel, Local Chairman Third Division, Hiram, Ga.; W. L. Tidwell, Local Chairman Fourth Division, Helena, Ga. ; J. L. Vining, * Local Chairman Fifth Division, Macclenny, Fla. No. 99 — COBALT, ONT. — W. D. Cunneyworth, Chief Tel., Engelhart, Ont.; R. Richardson, S. & T., Tomiko, Ont. No. 102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treaauicr. J. J. McLaughlin, S. & T., 1516 N. Dover st, Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTOX, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S. ; J. P. Swift, S. &#T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. 104, AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Mass. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st.; Clinton, Mass.; John F. Mullen, S. & T., 27 Galen st, Brockton, Mass. No. 105, CONCORD, N. H. — Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. in., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. II. J. T. Turcotte, Chief Tel., Pem- broke, N. IL; H. M. Clay, S. & T., Gernsh, N. H. No. 106, HAGERSTOWN, MD.— Meets 3d Thurs- day of each month at 8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief Tel., Greencastle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. & T., Box 46, Hagerstown, Md. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 159 No. io8, ADDISON, N. Y.— Meets 2d Monday each month at 8 p. m., Edgcomb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C Cole, Chief Tel., Cowanesque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. A T., Osceola, Pa. • No. in — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles A Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. D. McGee, Gen’l S. & T., 318 Concord st-, Los Angeles, Cal. No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. J. Halstead Gen’l Chairman, Oneonta, N. Y. Tracy Ennist, Gen’l S. & T., Oneonta, N. Y. No. 1 14, ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middleton, N. S.; W. V. Jones, S. AT., Bridgetown, N. S. No. ns, QUEBEC, QUE.— Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief TeL, No. 4 St. Angele st, Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. A T., St Cote de Peres, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Duluth, South Shore A Atlantic Railway System. Meets ad Sunday of February, April, June, August, Octo- ber and December in places designated by Gen’l Chairman. P. M. Stillman, Gen’l Chairman, Seney, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gen’l S. A T., Chasscll, Mich. No. 117. SHAMOKIN, PA. — Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m.: January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of the following months at 7:30 p. m.: March, June, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. A T., Quakake, Pa. No. 1 18 — Division covers Toledo A Ohio Central, Kanawha A Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville A Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen’l Chairman, Burr Oak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen’l S. A T., 222 Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 1 19 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul A Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen’l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. AT., Erskine, Minn. No. 120— Division covers Lake Erie A Western Railway System. C. I. Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Steckel, Gen’l S. A T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 123 — Division covers Minneapolis A St. Louis Railway System. W. E. Sloan, Gen’l Chairman, 1 14 Ermina st., Albert Lea, Minn.; J. C. Sand- mier, Gen’l S. A T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covers Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys- tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. A T., 71 1 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 125 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg A Potomac Railway System* Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. C. H. Boschen, Gen’l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W. T. Thomp- son, Gen’l S. A T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers, Chicago, Rock Island A Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen’l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen’l S. A T., 2422 Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127, VIRGINIA, MINN.— J. F. Kenney, Chief Tel., Alborn, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, Acting S. A T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 128 — Division covers the Atchison, Topeka A Santa Fe Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. L. A. Tanquary, Gen'l Chairman, Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. A T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore A Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gen’l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; E. E. Smith, Gen’l S. A T., Stoneboro, Pa., and Local Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bcarss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; A. E. Snyder, Box 272, Ligonier, Ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R. Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman Detroit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Division; D. E. Royce, Rany, Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington A Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. L. Lamb, Gen’l Chairman, Red Oak, Iowa; -J. F. Carder, Gen’l S. A T., 250 South Central ave., Burlington, Iowa. No. 131— TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon- taine, Chief Tel., St Henedine, Que.; A. Lagueux, S. A T., Tnng Junction, Que. No. 132 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Line R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla.; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. A T., Wilson, N. C.; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond Dis- trict, Whitakers, N. C.; D. H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District, Speed, N. C.; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District Dillon, S. C.; J. H. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District Maysville, N. C.; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win- ston - Salem Districts, R. F. D., Cameron, S. C.; C. N. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 15s Calhoun street, Charles- ton, S. C.; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savannah District, Grand Crossing, Fla. ; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga.; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. 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160 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 133. SYDNEY, N. S.— M. D. McKeigan, Chief Tel., pitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Mc- Innis, S. & T., Shenacadie, C. B.t N. S. No. 134, JACKSONVILLE, FLA.— Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. L. R. Funderburk, Chief Tel., care Jacksonville Terminal Company, Jacksonville, Fla.; C. C. Aston, S. & T., 235 Waddell st., Miami, Fla. No. 136, READING, PA. — Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief Tel., Cal* dum, Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. & T. 932 Pear st. Reading, Pa. No. 137 — Division covers El Paso A Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 4112 Arsenal st, St. Louis, Mo. No. 138 — Division covers C. C. C. & St. L. Rail* way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman, 1601 Third ave., Terre Haute, Ind. ; George Lavengood, Acting Gen’l S. A T., 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman, Cleveland Division meets ad Wednesday of each month at 1501 Columbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. R. Reynolds, Local Chairman, 128 W. Atwood st., Galion, Ohio. Cincinnati Sandusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bldg., Springfield, Ohio.; J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St. Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Louis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings 1st Monday of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi- sion meets in Room No. 11, ad floor, Anthony Bldg., Muncie, Ind., on 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Hornung, R. F. D. 9, Greensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meetB subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Waynetown, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, Marshall, 111. No. 139, NORTH ADAMS, MASS.— Meets on the 2d Saturday of each month in Odd Fellows’ Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher, Chief Tel., Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook, S. & T., Charlemont, Mass. No. 140— Division covers Maine Central Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamkeag, Me.; H. N. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me. No. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. H. Barnett, Gen’l Chairman. Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, Gen’l S. A T., 1027 Yale st., Houston, Tex. No. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay A West- ern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Blair, Wis.; L. P. Curran, Gen'l S. & T., Winona, Minn. No. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen’l Chairman, Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock, Local Chairman, Petoskey, Mich. No. 144 — Division covers ‘the Trinity & Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. D. W. Ramsay, Gen’l Chairman, Bardwell, Tex.; N. B. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Tomball, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague, Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Normangec, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. A D. C. Ry- System. C. E. Weaver, Gen’l Chairman, Box 4S, Quenah, Tex.; J. M. Erwin, Local Chair- man 3d and 4th Divisions, Tascosa, Tex.; L. C. Whitaker, Local Chairman W. V. Lines, Asper- mont, Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. A T., Box 405, Quanah, Tex. No. 146 — Division covers the Atlanta, Birmingham A Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gen’l Chairman, Mauk, Ga. N. H. Bach, Gen'l S. A T., Manchester, Ga. No. 147 — Division covers the Norfolk & Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen*) Chairman. D. J. Brock, Acting Gen’l Chair- man, Eagle Rock, N. C.; Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. A T., Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division covers Grand Trunk Western Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen'l S. A T., Otterburn, Mich. No. 1 51 — Division covers the Delaware & Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, Eagle Bridge, N. Y.; O. C. Benjamin, Gen’l S. A T., Dresden Station, N. Y.; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wands, Hawes Cave, N. Y., and E. F. Lawrence, 7 High st., Oneonta, N. Y. ; Local Chairmen Susque- hanna Division ; C. C. Corey, Smiths Basin, N. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chair- men Champlain Division. No. 152, NASHUA, N. H.— Meets every 3d Sun* day of the month at 10:30 a. m. in Elks* Hall, Beasom Qlock, cor. Main and Factory sts., Nashua, N. H.; H. E. Heath, Chief Tel., Ponemah, N. H.; J. Wilfrid Vaillancourt, S. A T., care B. & M. Ry., East Pepperell, Mass. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 161 No. 153 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. 4 T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 154 — Division covers Virginian Ry. F. A. Truett, Gen’l Chairman, Brookneal, Va.; J. E. Goodwin, Gen’l S. 4 T., Eggleston, Va. No. 155. HAMILTON, ONT.— Meets ad Sunday of each month at 3 ‘.30 p. m. in Sons of England Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton, Ont. W. H. Staniland, Chief Tel., Grimsby, Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. & T., Box 98, Smith ville, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets in Rathbone Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month, at 10:00 a. m. Night meeting, 3d Saturday of each month, at 7:00 p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos- ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. 4 T., a Hear- sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB— Regular meeting ad Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take intcrurban cars from cither city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. A. Special meetings subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis, Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. 4 T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB— Meets the 2d Thursday of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles* Club Rooms, 137-1 39 Second st., Milwaukee, Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st, Milwaukee, Wis; B. A. Gothomp- son, S. 4 T.» 740 % Thirty-eighth st., Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y — Meets subject to call of the President at “The Plaza,** 141st st. and Edgecomb ave., New York City. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave.. New York City; E. Neumueller, S. 4 T., 126 Union st, High Bridge, New York City. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS* SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall, 307 N. 7th st, ad Saturday night of each month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited. There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF FREEPORT, ILL.— Meets 3d Friday night of each month at I. O. O. F. Hall, 107 Stephenson st., Freeport, 111. All O. R. T. members arc cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. & St. P., C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of. whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres, 145 Delaware st., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st., Freeport, 111. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB OF ATLANTA, GA.— Meets 2d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m., Federation Hall. All up- to date O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. -brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livsey, Pres., East Point, Ga.; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716, Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Dita May West, S. 4 T„ 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUli (Chicago O. R. T. Club) — Meets 1st Saturday and 3d Thursday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. Matters of interest to all are discussed. C. L. Craig, President, 6412 South Sangamon st., Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. 4 T., 2157 Ridge ave., Evanston, 111. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club)— Meets B p. m., 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organ- ized more particularly in the interest of teleg- raphers employed by roads entering Denver, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President, 935 17th st., Denver, Colo.; D. O. Shoults, Secretary-Treas- urer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo. THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEGRA- PHERS’ CLUB — Meets 8 p. m., the second Friday of each month in Labor Temple, 14th st. and Woodland ave., Kansas City, Mo. John Hjalraer, President, 701 West Sixteenth st., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary- Treasurer, 1 1 18 Newton ave., Kansas City, Mo. THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg- raphers* Club) — Meets 8 p. m. the 1st and 3d Thursdays each month, at Assembly Room, Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackerman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha, Neb.; Jas. Freeder, S. 4 T., 4826 Poppleton ave., Omaha, Neb. All O. R. T. members are cordially in- vited to attend. This club is organized more, particularly in the interest of telegraphers em- ployed on all roads entering Omaha. THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, Ind.; E. H. Bout well, Secretary-Treasurer, Box 374, Wil- liamstown, Ky. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 3 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. the 3d Saturday of each month at Assembly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa. M. J. Collins, President, care of C. R. I. & P. Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S. S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West 12th st., Des Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. 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162 The Railroad Telegrapher. ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB— Meets the jd Saturday evening of each month at Robidoux Hotel, St. Joseph, Mo.; L. B. Ockerman, President, 4 23 N. 19th st, St. Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Ham- burg ave., St. Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on the last Sunday of each month at 8 o’clock p. m. at Marion Hotel. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets ad Tuesday of eaeh month at 7:30 p. m. in parlors of Y. M. C. A., corner Second and Washington sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those employed on the C. M. & St. P., Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. & Q. Railways, are not only invited but urged to attend our meetings and join this club. W. C Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C. F. Ream, S. 4 T., Graham Flats, corner Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. second Sunday of each month at the Throop* Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave., Topeka, Kan. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized in the interest of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island, Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter- ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining to the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover, President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R. A. Powell, S. & T., 812 West Third st, Topeka, Kan. THE PANHOMA TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB- Meets Saturday evening following the 21st of each month at Southern Hotel, El Reno, Okla. Special meetings subject to call of President C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J- Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla., H. T. Snodgrass, Secretary-Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon- don st., El Reno, Okla. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boston & Albany Railway — Thos. M. Conlin, Gen’l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mass.; L. G. Mambert, Gen’l S. & T., Box 105, Woronoco, Mass. Boston Terminal Co. — E. L. Gilley, Gen*l Chair- man, Holbrook, Mass. Boston & Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen’l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of B. & M. Ry., Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen’l Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair- man, Point du Chene, N. B.; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen’l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A- A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; E. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee, 81 Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair- man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven 4 Hartford Railroad— E. J. Manion, Gen’l Chairman, 537 Howard ave., New Haven, Conn.; M. W. Handy, Secretary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Conn. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, 111. Digitized by CjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1$3 Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. E. B. SMITH President P. O. Box 7x6, Atlanta, Ga. MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCE. .Grand Sec.-Treas. roai Longwood St, Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. E. L. MATHIS....... First Vice-President . Greenfield, Tenn. MRS. H. P. BILSON Second Vice-President X13 Oakley Ave., Arlington, Baltimore, Md. MRS. J. J. CAMPBELL.... Third Vice-President North Bay, Ontario, Canada. MRS. J. E. BLACKFORD. .Fourth Vice-President Orland, Cal. MRS. J. B. BENHAM Fifth Vice-President Mankato, Kan. MRS. FRANK OUELLRTT .. Sixth Vice-President Box 57, Tecumseh, Ontario, Can. MRS. T. M. BOYD Seventh Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. J. H. McLEAN Eighth Vice-President L’Anse, Mich. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Mrs. A. Houston, Nashville, Ont., Can. Ave., Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen Centerville, S. D. Mrs. J. R. Hefner, Secretary, Monticello, 111. Mrs. G. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J. All correspondence for The Telxgrafiiex should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, St~ Louis, Mo., so that it will reach him not later than the 5th of the month. Local No. a, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gen’l Chairman, Centerville, S. D.; Miss Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 132 — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gcn’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C. Local iso. 5, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System. Meets upon call. Mrs Nora M. Joyce, Gen'l Chairman, Chitten- ango Station, N. Y.; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gcn’l S. & T., Kirksville, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 113 — Covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y.; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen’l S. & T., South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14-^Covers the Norfolk & Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman, 21 10th ave., S. W. Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. Una T. Burton, Gen’l S. & T., Graham, Va. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31 — Covers the Missouri Pacific System. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence, Gen’l S. & T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 9, O. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meeting subject to call. Mrs. L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind., Gen’l Chairman; Mrs. R. C. Pender, Gen’l S. A T., 429 West Sycamore st., Greensboro, N. C. Local No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Balti- more & Ohio Ry. System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Laura Bilson, Gen’l Chairman, 3 Virginia ave., near Park Heights, Baltimore, Md. ; Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Gen’l S. & T., 2021 Longwood st., Walbrook, Balti- more, Md. / Local No. 12, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Smithville, Qa. Local No. 13, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets sub- ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Willison, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky.; Mrs. J. W. - Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14, O. R. T. Division 93 — Covers the Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gen’l S. & T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. 15, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen’l S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Local No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets 2d Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall No. Digitized by LjOOQle

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164 The Railroad Telegrapher. 2, Fraternity Hall, 2224 Hardman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mrs. G. W. Hilley, 6 Grant ave., Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, Gen’l S. & T., 1034 Bergen at., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 1 7, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacific Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Mary B. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, P. O. Box 205, Welland, Ont.; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen’l S. & T., Verona, Ont. Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53 — Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. H. & S. A. Ry. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen’l Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen'l S. & T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130— Covers the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. & T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. 20, O. R. T. Division 5 — Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, DeQuincey, La.; Mrs. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. 21, O. R. T, Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, Gen’l Chair- man, Elwood, N. J. ; Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, Gen’l S. & T., Pitman, N. J. Digitized by o 5k

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 7 Read This Certificate Before You Buy a Watch Send for a Sample Today. It May Save You the Price of a Watch Mr*- -l* ■ " G Shipped to Y ou ' FRE] --T- 1 ABSOLUTELY . You get it when you bay a Studebaker— the South Bend Rail- road Model. It guarantees that you will not have to buy a new watch within five years be- cause time requirements change or you leave your road and go to another where require- ments are different. If the Studebaker does not conform to the chancre or the difference and cannot be made to do soTWE GIVE YOU ANEW WATCH FREE. The Studebaker Is the most carefully made and regulated railroad watch in tbe world. It takes six mouths merely to make the parts and put them to- gether. Six months more are often necessary for the regulation and the passing of tbe South Bend tests. Write for the free book. "How Good W atches Are Made.'* It goes into detail. We’ll send also a copy of the certificate. You can’t afford to buy any watch when you can set the Studebaker with such a certificate, so write ns now. Your jeweler can probably show you the Studebaker. If not we’ll name one who can. the south bend watch company 1 Rinr St«w*/ SOUTH BEND. IND. South Bet/o^ CMP Railroad Watch One of the 38 Styles The Superb Wing Greatest Piano Offer ”c Wc, the manufacturers of Wing ™ Pianos ior 44 years will send you a genuine Wing Piano or Player Piano tested and guaranteed by us without one penny from you. We will ship the piano free with alt freight paid in advance by us. You are not out one cent in money or trouble. This offer is backed by a 40 year guarantee by the manufacturer and places you in the very same position as if you were a dealer. You buy at exactly the same price that any dealer must pay. You do business direct with a factory that has sent out more than 45,000 pianos. Remember, we pay all freight. No interest charged. No payment down. No deposit. Not a cent until end of four weeks absolutely free trial in your own home and then nothing unless you are absolutely satisfied— and you are the judge. ere is n d e e d the greatest, the most tremendous, the most amazing offer ever made in the history of the Piano. A simply paralyzing offer— yes, the most gigantic of ultra-lilieral offers. Just think of it! — your choice of 38 styles of the superb Wing for four full weeks in your own home without paying us a penny. Don’t fail to inves- tigate this amazing free shipment offer. If you send coupon at once you may have the Wing equipped with our wonderful Instru- mental Accompaniment without extra charge— giving the effect of the guitar, harp, zither banjo and mandolin. Send Coupon (or Postal) NOW for ‘The Book of Complete Information About Pianos” The N. Y. World says: "This is a book of educational interest every one should own.” Would you like to know all about pianos, how to judge the fine points of quality and price in buying a piano? Then send the coupon for the piano bonk which we are sending out FREE for the present. You will he astonished at the amount of information about piano quality and piano prices, and how to avoid the deceptions of the piano salesmen. The Coupon brings this 156-page book FREE. This is a j|lllliIB1-Ji magificent book, a complete encyclopedia on " the piano; posts you on the making of a piano from start to finish and how to judge th fine points of a piano. Free and prepaid, provided you write at one*. With thia piano book ?nano book we will m ul catalog showing full explanation of < new art styles and ~ ‘ Bottom FREE we will send free our beauti- , COUPON Wing & Son (Ert. 1868) Wing Bldg.t 9th Ave. and 13th St. bpt.7581 , Now York, N.Y. Gentlemen: — Without any obligations to purchase or pay or anything, please send oie Win* RntUina #' free and prepaid “The Book of Wing B «. lding / Compl.t. lnfom..tkm About wtn Avenue ana f Pianos.” Also send full particulars 13th Street Jr of your Free Shipment offer on the _ Jr Wing Piano and catalog of latest art Dept. 2581 / styles. New York N.Y. _ . our Rock- Prices on the Wing Piano. Just drop a postal or a letter, or mail tbe coupon without any letter. Write Now. Wing & Son (E.t.bli.h.d 1868) Name.. I | Address.. Digitized by vjUO1

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 9 CHORTHAN Now Taught Bg Mail — in 18 Easy Lessons You positively can learn shorthand right at home complete in 18 lessons. We guarantee it The new and wonderful shorthand taught by us is now used in more than 2000 resident schools and colleges— including the eapol e, lnd., and nearly GOO other cities in the U. S. The remarkable results attained with the shorthand we teach have made it the most popular system in America today. Simple, legible, accurate— pronounced by shorthand experts to be the easiest to learn, to read, and to write. No shading, no positions, no arbitrary outlines to memorize, no tedious study and practice as with other systems. Words never heard before can be written scientifically and read like print. The monthly shorthand magazine supplied our students is read by nearly 50,000 men, women and children. Contains master- pieces of literature and articles on science, business, etc., all written in shorthand. Thousands have been fascinated and benefited by this novel means of mental training and development. Everybody Can Use SHORTHAND mm Make up your mind to learn shorthand — today, now. It is more than a wonderful money-making profession — it is a remarkable accomplishment, a business asset, a time-saver and daily aid to ministers, lawyers, students, newspaper reporters, authors, and men and women required to do writing in any form. Woodrow Wilson wrote his entire “ History of the American People ” in shorthand before it was typewritten. Mrs. William Jennings Bryan learned stenography in order to be of greater personal service to Mr. Bryan. Shorthand is a tremendous advantage in taking minutes of conversations, public speeches, meetings, lectures, telephone messages, memoranda, private data, etc. Privtle Secretaries Make Big Money The Stepping-Stone to Success Expert ethnographers are in great demand and earn hand- saws salaries as Private Secretaries to Bankers, Merchants, Kailroad Executives, Publishers and others occupying im- portant positions in the business world. The Private Secretary mates into personal contact with Mg men and has on usual opportsaity for advancement. Shorthand has been a big factor in the success of many men and women foremost in business, political, and pro- fessional life. Among the conspicuous examples of men who have risen to prominence, power and wealth by aid of short- He Heal Work for Women Stenography fa the most attractive and profitable profession open to young women. Capable women stenographers earn aune money than school teachers, trained nurses, drees ■ukera or clerks. Easy hours — unusual opportunities for advancement. The private secretary to one of the Standard Ofteials earn 910.000 a year. hand are : Geo. W. Perkins, partner of J. Pierpont Morgan and organizer of the Harvester Trust; Wm. H. Newman, Pres. N. Y. Central Lines; Hon. Frank S. Black, Ex-Governor of N. Y.; Darius Miller. 1st Vice Pres. Burlington Railroad ; Geo. B. Cortelyou, Priv. Secretary to Presidents McKinley and Roosevelt. Member of Roosevelt’s Cabinet, and now President of the Consolidated Gas Co., New York; Edward Bok, Editor of the Ladies Home Journal. To the young man or woman seeking profitable employ- ment and rapid advancement wesay— LEARN SHORTHAND! It is the short cut to success. To any man or woman, am- bitious for self-improvement and greater business power, we say-LEARN SHORTHAND l Learn Right at Home you learn. Give us your spare time only. Personal instruction by experts. Surprisingly low cost. Easy Payments. We oner complete stenographic courses by mail — Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice, Dictation, Business English, Secretarial Work, Court and General Reporting. Type- writers furnished. Stenography has advanced thousands from poverty and hard work to fine salaries and easy hours. Positions everywhere. If you earn less than $25 a week write today for FREE Shorthand Book opportunities offered those having a knowledge of shorthand and tyitewriting. ^ Mail the coupon at once and we will send this linnd- C. some, illustrated booklet free. Get into h fnsei- ^ U.ofC. nating profession that pay* big money and lende Bow to the high place*. Don’t stick to a j>oorly paid w job until too late to change. Any person 15 # 11W years of age with a common school education ^ Chicago, III. can take up our courses. 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When addressing our advertisers,* please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Don’t Pump Your Life Away On a Hand Car or Velocipede When You Can RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE No. 2 ROCKFORD CAR The No. 2 Rockford Motor Car is a light, speedy, serviceable Run- about for the rails. Simple in construction, easy to operate, easy to pay for. Dignify your work and make it a pleasure by owning one. Let us tell you about it. Address Dept. A. CHICAGO PNEUMATIC TOOL CO. CHICAGO :: Branches Everywhere :: NEW YORK Ideal Operator’s Car IT IS THE STRONGEST, LIGHTEST CM KNOWN This single-seated car Is fitted with ball- hearings, rubber tires, and detachable luggage basket and tool bag completely equipped. It is built to suit any sramra, When mad* for standard (4x8)4 inches) gaugeorwider, the front wheels may be folded back under the car, reducing it to a more compact form for handling or storing. These cars possess abundant strength and durability, and are widely used on rough mountain railroads and logging and mining roads, which abound in steep grades and sharp curves. They are gear- ed to suit grade con- ditions. The standard year is 62; option 62, 58 and 73. Its net weight is sixty- five pounds. It may be fitted with our detachable front seat, which weighs but fifteen pounds. This remarkable testimonial Is from A. F. Grey, Agent, N. V., N. H. & H. R. R., Charles River, Mass, “The car is a wonder. It hasn’t cost me one cent for repairs since I first had it, and sum- mer and winter I have made five miles per day, including Sun- days. In other words, I have ridden 6500 miles without even having to tighten a nut. What surprised me most of all, was the fact that the car rode gracefully over half an inch of snow on top of rails. One hundred dollars would not buy my car today, unless I knew that you were still in business and could ship another promptly.” Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR C0„ Hagerstown, Ind., U. S. A. Digitized by V joogte

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. II TELEGRAPHERS! GET THIS NEW 96-PAGE FREE BOOK ON EXPERT TYPEWRITING Eve~y telegrapher, everv man or woman contemplating becoming a telegrapher, every beginner should send today for this free book on the Tullosa Touch System of Expert Typewrit* ing. To the telegrapher, h points the way to a better position, a bigger salary, tells how to become an expert. To the young man or woman who wants to become an expert operator — to the beginner — it will point out the surest way, the quickest way, the only right way to learn typewrit- ing and fit yourself for the big paying position of an expert. Packed with Vital Typewriting Secrets This book tells more about actual, practical fast typewriting than the bent Instruction book you could buy. It clearly and specifically describes the Tullosa Touch System. Tells how thousands of operators all over the country have mastered this easy and practical system, and how you. too, can learn It aud reach the speed and salary of the expert. It tells how hundreds of beginners have started by the Tulloss Touch System, Lave mastered it and gone into high salaried positious right ut tho start. It tells how speed is gained, how mistakes may be prevented, what kind of practice work is best; 96 pages In all, of useful, valuable hints and helps. Any telegrapher or beginner could well afford to pay for a copy— surely you will not pass by this opportunity to get one absolutely free. “More Money for TelegrHphers”-ask for it. Tells how we bare brought high speed to many telegraphers, Increased their salaries, and bettered their positious in life. The Tulloss Touch System can he learned daring your spare time if you are already a *1£1UM operator and will enable you to make the change from tight to touch without losing a day from your regular work. It will give you the speed and accuracy of the expert. Will bring the increased salary of the expert. Easy, simple and practical, it can be quickly mastered by any operator. If yon are a beginner, the Tulloss Touch System can be taken up and learned at your own home, or in connection with your regular work during spare moments. Learn the touch system, or If already a touch writer. Increase your speed by a study of this system, and yon can tarn oat more work and better work— can take direct from the wires on your machine. The Tulloss Touch System makes typewriting easy, Interesting, reduces It to a tolence. You are not compelled to keep your eyes trained on the paper all the time— to watch for mistakes— to see that yon have written the right letters. Learn the Tulloss Touch System and /ou can write with your eyes closed. It relieves your eyes of that oonstant strain— rests them. Does away with the “end-of-the-day” headache. Send for my 96-page free book on export typewriting today. Make your work easier, mare Interesting — learn the riaht wav. THE TULLOSS SCHOOL OF TOUCH TYPEWRITING 241 College Hill, Springfield, Ohio Typewriting Speed Pays And pays well. The experts, the high salaried telegraphers, are always in demand and draw big salaries because they are speedy and accurate. They are speedy aud accurate because they use the touch system. Learn the touch system yourself— do not be satisfied with your prosent speed, with your present typewriting ability. In a few short weeks, without interfer- ing with vour present work, you. can learn thisslipple, easy speed-increasing and salary-raising system. If y are a beginner, start note to learn the touch system. Start riyht in the beginning. Don’t lose e.py more time, or lot any more good positions get away from you— fit yourself for a high-salaried position. Become an expert. Trade minute of your time now for an expert's salary later. Send This Coupon Now Digitized by '

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4 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. TELEGRAPHERS SAVE 3A LABOR, INCREASE SPEED AND WAGES ■ ■ BY USING = THE FAMOUS HORACE G. MARTIN 1912 MODEL VIBROPLEX The NEW SINGLE LEVER. DIRECT POINT SENDING MACHINE makes Dot* and Da*h« on the Same Contact Point; thereby insuring perfect signals. It is a Revolution in Telegraphy and solves the “Sending Machine Problem." Owing to the fact that we have made a big improvement in this machine, and are now putting on the extra heavy platinum points, it is necessary to make the price $12. OO. E S§ s * uj - st u CO a* II Superb for Wireless More Vibro’s in use than all other trans- mitters combined, Horace G. Martin's Yibroplex TRADE MARK The Very Best by Every Test THERE’S A GOOD REASON! New 1912 Model Single Lever The Climax in Trans- mitter Design "A Thing of Beauty and a Joy For- Ever.” Price, $12.00 Handsome Polished Dark Oak Carrying Case, $1.25 Extra $14.00 BEWARE OF INFRINGEMENTS. GET THE GENUINE. PricV«Te?nn‘'d $10.00 N,ckB«i”,,ed 12.00 J. E. ALBRIGHT, 253 Broadway, New York Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX. THE GENUINE OLD STYLE SINGLE LEVER HORACE G. MARTIN VIBROPLEX It Is the same good old reliable SINGLE LEVER VIBROPLEX as of yore, although built lust a little better than ever before. Digitized by L.OOQle

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When addressing our advertisers, pleaae mention The Railroad Telegrapher. IS If All Typewriters Were Free Which One Would Yon Choose ? Ask yourself seriously this- question — and insist on an answer 1 / “If all typewriters were free, and I could have but one, which one would I choose ?” First of all, would you choose a Trust Built, Monop- oly Owned Typewriter, or one like the Fox Visible Typewriter that is Independent of all Combinations ? Would you choose a self-style “visible” type- writer on which only a part of the writing was visible, or would you choose the Fox Visible Typewriter on which all of the writing is visible all of the time ? Would you choose a typewriter that would only write in one color, or would you choose a Fox Visible Typewriter which will write in Two Colors ? Would you choose a typewriter with the ribbon moving from spool to spool in a straight line, using only about one-fifth of the ribbon, or the Fox Visible Typewriter with its Oscillating Ribbon Movement that “zig-zags” the ribbon in front of tne type, thus utilizing every portion of it and making one ribbon last as long as five would on straight line, using only about one-fifth of the ribbon, or the Fox Visible Typewriter with its Oscillating Ribbon Movement that “zig-zags” the ribbon in front of tne type, any other typewriter? Would you choose a noisy typewriter with a heavy touch and action — both made neceasaiy by the friction in its working parts — or would you choose the Fox Visible Typewriter, which has the lightest Touch of any typewriter built and which makes almost no noise, and will last a lifetime, because friction has been reduced to its lowest point? Now Then, Mr. Operator, Read On ■ Whether you have had the use of a typewriter or not, yon have paid for one many times over I Yes, sir, we mean it; every day you continue using the old, slow method of writing with a pen you are unconsciously paying for a typewriter. The farmer who cuts his grain with a scythe pays with every drop of sweat for a reaper. If you are neglectful of your wearing apparel and expose yourself unnecessarily to the rain and co id you are paying for the very things that would have kept you well and comfort- able. Remember this and mark it well: You must Pay — Pay — Pay — Pay — for the necessities of this life, whether you use them or not. We are making a special offer to Telegraph Operators on a few Fox Visible Typewriters that have been very slightly used for demonstration purposes. These are not second- hand nor rebuilt, mid could scarcely be told from new by n anyone. Low pnce — easy payment terms — ten days9 trial. Wnte for full particulars. Fox Typewriter Co. 3601-3611 Front Avenue Send Me Special Offer to Operators The Railroad Telegrapher Name Grand Rapids Michigan Digitized by Google

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16 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. CARRIA.it RfllASE Ribbon shift ANO ^ bTlMCll CUHIR RIBBON RNfRSll TA&UUTOq BAR Back Spacer, Tabulator, Marginal Release Key, Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer, Platen Release, Paper Release, Automatic Ribbon Reverse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color Ribbon and Stencil Cutter. Single Shift Keyboard of Standard Universal Arrangement writing 76 characters — writing 84 characters, $2.00 extra. Every machine has Ball-bearing Type Bars, Ball-Bearing Shift and Ball-bearing Carriage. Every practical improvement that you could buy in any of the latest Standard Typewriters. You can not imagine the beautiful perfection of these typewriters until you see and try one; the up-to-date equip- ment places this offer far in advance of any offer ever made. Never before In the history of the typewriter business has a typewriter so up-to-date and of such perfect quality been offered at anywhere near this prioe. I only have a limited supply; be sure and get yours. Don't Delay, Act Today. APPROVAL ORDER BLANK HARRY A. SMITH, 180 North Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Ship to me by the Express Company, F. O. B. Chicago, the L. C. 8mith Typewriter described above on five days* FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days after I receive the typewriter and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $48.30, then the typewriter becomes my property. Until 1 have paid you $48.30 the title remains in you. Otherwise I agree to notify you during tho Free Trial Period that ter described above on five days' FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days after I receive writer and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $48.30, then the typewriter becomes my property. I don't want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you give tho standard guarantee for one year. Name Post Office Address State Shipping Address REFERENCES: Give the names of two or three business or profes- sional men or a bank. $3.00 a Month Buys this L. C. Smith Try Before You Buy. No Cash Now. $9.30 after Trial. Then $3.00 per Month. No Chattel Mortgage. No interest or publicity of any kind to these Installment Payments. ONLY $48.30

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 17 What Y' Doin' Now, Bill? You don’t have to ask that question of the trained man, because you know what he is doing — you know his position is a permanent one — and you knew his position is one that pays a good salary. You also know that the trained man is not at the mercy of conditions that affect the untrained man. You can always be sure of a good position and a good salary if you have the special trail- ing that puts and keeps you in demand. The International Correspondence Schools will bring special training to you, no matter where you live, or how little spare time or spare cash you have. How many untrained men are constantly watching the “want” columns of the news- papers— only to be painfully reminded of the positions they can’t fill and the work they can’t do! Engineers are wanted; Mechanics are granted; Electricians are wanted; Builders are «***••••••••••••••*•••«•••< wanted; Draftsmen are wanted; Advertising Men are wanted; and the Government offers big pay to those qualified for Civil* Service positions. But there is seldom a chance for the untrained man. Because of nis lack of training he must stay at uncongenial and unprofitable work. For more than 20 years the I. C. S. have been helping men to qualify for more congenial occupations and better salaries. To learn how the I. C. S. can help you and how you can easily qualify for success in your chosen occupation, mark and mail the attached coupon today. Doing so costs you only postage and will bring to you stories of success of thou- sands of I. C. S. students. You assume no obli- gation in asking for information. But Mark the Coupon NOW International Correspondence Schools Box MS, Scranton, Pa. Please explain, without further obligation on my part, how 1 can qualify lor the position, trade, or profession before which 1 have marked X. Telegraph Engineer Telephone Engineer Civil Engineer Poultry Raising Automobile Running Mine Superintendent Mine Foreman Plumbing. Steam Fitting Concrete Construction Stationary Engineer Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Draftsman Electrical Engineer Electrical Wireman Architect Banking ItmU*n Building Contractor Architectural Draftsman Commercial Illustrating Window Trimming Show-Card Writing Advertising Man Stenographer Bookkeeper Seleemanahlp Name St. and No. Ciiv Stats Present Oc/ruOafsowDiaitized bv CjOOQT^

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Here’s the Pen You Want The most satisfactory, moderate price , SELF-FILLER on the market ' See Illustration) plQ&riS Merely place ball of clip in hole and press once. Pen fills instantly. 5000 words with X one filling. A PANTRY IN ITSELF Beautify Your Home Now PAY as YOU Are ABLE Don’t b© without the furniture and other things you so dearly desire for your home— those things that mean so much to your comfort and happiness. It’s tne easiest thing imaginable to have everything you want. Just a small amount of money withorder, other 6mall amounts monthly — a year or longar to pay. How easy! Oft flaiic Froo Trial We assume all the risk. Every- OU KJdjS rictJ I ildl thing you order of uh sent on 30 days approval. You UBe them, enjoy them, make sure you like them. Unless perfectly satisfied you can return. We will refund every penny paid ua and freight charges both ways. Write for Big Free Book OF BARGAINS ON CREDIT Shows everything you can possibly want for the home— Furni- ture, Rugs, Carpets, Tables, Beds, Kitchen Cabinets, Stoves — everything! Prices are startlinRly low, quality high. Choose your own payment terms. Write today for our big “Home Makers* Book.’* Beautify your home the easy way. LIGHT \ A handsome portable lamp that gives a bril- liant. economical light. -=2pr 1) Makes and burns its own M JJ gas. Makes you indepen- # Z' dent ofgas or electric baht- ing companies. Over 200 styles of lamps, ranging from 1 00 to 2,000 candlepower. AGENTS MAKE BIG MONEY. Write quick for catalog. A The Best Light Co. \ 454 E. 5th St.. Canton , 0. CANDLE POWER , Dept. 2781/^ CHICAGO HERE’S THE KEY YOU NEED! The CONKLING KEY= Number 3 A BATTERY TRANSMITTER WITHOUT A BATTERY I’uienled Sept. 7, 1909. Other paten ta pending. Why not have the kov that is scientifically correct — that is so constructed it can not split dots? Don’t waste time and money on a makeshift key. The Conkling Key costs no more and is infinitely t A A Prepaid if cash accompanies the order, and I IlLc tjPll/iUv/ your money back if Key is not as represented. Send for descriptive circular. Agents wanted in all principal telegraph and railroad centers. ELECTRO-DOT MANUFACTURING COMPANY, . Pittsfield, Mass. For Pittsburgh and Penna. Lines West, address Lock Box 406 North Side, Pittsburgh. Pa.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 19 WANTED Signal Engineers le O, Signal !n- jineer Mail he Coupon 40W. $125 to $300 Per Month Write today! .lust send t he coupon in the lower right hand corner at once for .complete information of this astounding offer to the ambitious man. 325,000 miles of railroad yet to be equipped with auto- matic block systems. Hundreds of expert practical signal engineers needed to do this work. The railroads have no system of training and turning out signal experts, hence we are making an extra special offer at this time. You can earn $125 to $300 per month right at the very start. Chief Signal Engineer “PE RSON ALLY” In order to supply more Signal Engineers we have made arrangements to teach you to be an expert Signal Engineer right in your own home. Sig- nal experts will instruct you. Chief Signal Engineer handles each student person- ally and gives you individual instructions as suits your needs best. Our course is not theory — we teach you to be a practical expert Signal Engineer. Capable of drawing a big salary right at the very start. To students who enroll at this time W6 will send free a $ 13.50 outfit. This outfit includes a miniature locomotive, tracks, standards, block signals, lamps, etc., etc. Put this outfit on your table and you will have a miniature railway system before you. Do the actual work right at home just as you would do it if you were uvrking for the railroad. By our system of in- structions you can learn to be an Expert Signal Engineer in a very short time — without the slightest difficulty. DFA These are only three of the hundreds of letters which wc lICiHI/ have received from men who have taken our course and are now drawing big money as Signal Engineers. Department of Signaling, Chicago. Gentlemen— I finished your course three months ago and am now making $175 a month. It was a lucky day for me when I enrolled in your school.— Peterson. Department of Signaling, Chicago. Gentlemen— Will you send me two of your stu- dents. Will pay one $125, the other $160 at once. I want to thank you for what you’ve done for me. 1 recommend your course to anyone who wants to succeed.— Bailey. Department of Signaling, Chicago. Gentlemen -Am now earning $3000 a . I year a* Signal Engineer. Only out of school 14 months. Your course is | worth its weight fn gold to me.— Maxwell. You too, can do what these men have done. FREE Valuable Book FREE! ► Just send the coupon and we will send this book to you at once. It tells how you can be come an expert Signal Engineer in a short time ^ at small expense, by taking our course. Learn the won- derful developments of block signaling let us tell you of the unlimited fu signal .. . future for men who enter this field now. Mail This Coupon r/ free ^ Coupon Dept, of Signaling Desk 2581 495 Cass St.f Chicago, III. Right now we are making a very special A 5 of 16 to 60 years, a" . The rail- A plei information. Tell me about special offer. e ages who want to take up this work. The rail- reads need more practical Signal Lngi- ^ ncera and will pay big money. Your name and address on the coupon will bring our book and complete information at once. All free. Dept, of Signaling f Name Desk 2681 A / W Address Gentlemen: — Without any obliga- tions or expense to me whatever, lease mail your free book and complete 495 Cass St., Chicago, IK. Digitized by Google

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20 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. AT LAST a Practical and Efficient WIRELESS OUTFIT*** AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD TO PAY R.ftular $15.00 Value Special Price An Ideal Set. Complete— Portable. Sends 8 to 15 Miles. Receives 600 to 800 Miles. Every telegraph operator should own and operate this set. To be familiar , , _ . with wireless makes your position doubly strong. Big demand for wir^» 16M operators. The complete set is mounted on oak base, 84x16 inched, and connigt# of one-inch coil giving 1 ^j-inch spark condenser, high capacity secondary condenser and switch, key, sending helix, xinc spark gup, highly eftfcient tuning ooU. fbsed condenser, exceptionally sensitive 1000 ohrn telephone receiver and cord, universal detector, aerial switch, doable pole, dooMe throw, 120 feet aluminum aerial wire and insulators, codes. Simpie as A B C to operate. Send vour order in today. Complete sot, special price, $dl*6. Receiving sets, $1.95 upwards Sending and receiving sets, $3.90 upwards. Send at ones for Oircular T, and Morse, Navy, Continental and International Codes. IT *8 KIIKK. HUNT & McCREE (The House of Wonderful Values) 92-94 Murray St., NEW YORK ©itr Stotuma “Sfculnmb £>;trrial Designed for Operators who do heavy train order work: has finely ground and care- fully tested agate point, firmly vulcanized into a hard rubber handle, cannot possibly come loose, large rough grip, smoothest, easiest writing stylus ever made. Sent post- Baid for 60 cts. Send for one today, and use it 5 days, then we’ll buy it back for 65 cts. ; you want to sell it. Solid agate stylus, made of one handsomely marked piece of agate $1.25. Colorado Goldstone charm, O. R. T. emblem, a beauty, $1.25 each. All postpaid. STAR NOVELTY CO., FT. SCOTT, KANSAS. 44 Taking it on the Mill beats pushing a pen all hbllow, especially if your mill is a Remington Visible Model 10 Since the writing machine was first used for wire work, the telegrapher has never found a “mill” to equal the Remington. Remington superiority is today more E renounced than ever, now thftt te- sgraphers have learned how far the Visible Model 10 Remington sur- E asses every other typewriter they ave ever used, including even that grand old “ mill ” — the Remington No. 6. Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 21 GUARANTEED America’s Greatest Thin Model ri\ i i'm n ito7| 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE, LEVER SET, Complete In AAAqp 25-Year Plain % VII id Polished or • <aS2p Hand-Engraved Case " V ™ Read the Factory Descr i 75 No. 1007 •PeeiAL GUARANTEED 25 YEAR8 Today for. FREE CATALOG tion of this Fine Watch: Pendant winding, 21 Ruby and Sapphire Jewels, Gold Jewel Settings, Double-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and . cap- jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance, Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochroniam, five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self-locking setting device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving ini n id with gold, plates beautifully demaskeened and finely finished. K T^-NoMoncyDown,$5a Month.. We have only a limited number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you wish to carry the very best watch made, you should get your order to us before the present supply is exhausted. Remember this is If) II I il (ITITI Rj I road inspection anywhere in the world. Every one o± uicoo , watches is thoroughly Timed and Factory Inspecte^and v carries with it an official time rating card from the Factory. Let us sendyou one days approval. Send the Coupon TODAY* HARRIS-GOAR CO. ,-^f / Dept. 699, Kansas City, Mo. ^ , # Thx House That Sells More Elgin Watchxs Than awy Other Fire in the World. Sr

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22 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. All men and women in any occupation are now inter- ested in l:ght and should write today for particulars and find out all about our TRIUMPH LIGHTS Light, t They ^/mvv System, Stand and Portable Lamps before you put in lighting plants or lamps of any kind and avoid regrets. They give 150 to 700 Candle Power Shadowless ht. that can be turned up and down like grfs. r meet all requirements of Home. Store, c :hurch or business {.in or outdoors at less than half the coat of kerosene or ulty. simple enough for anyone to Install and operate. ITWr* /or R. R. T. catalog. It tells nil about them, BRILLIANT 6AS LAMP CO.. Dept. 29. 182 N. State St., CHICAGO, ILL. VENTRILOQUISM ALMOST ANYONE CAN LEANN IT AT HOME Thie Is no special gift as you have supposed, but an art. I have taught thousands In all parts of the world. Cost small. Send to-day 2 -cent Uamp for particulars and proofs. O. ft. SMITH, nooffl R--23.-S23 Bigelow *t„ PEORIA, ILL. 1333 A BANKER Learn a profession that will give ywth cf new hair. We especially waulyoo to answer this adr. iryon have wasted time and money ij“^®Jds, wn^es^aoapa, etc.. which accomplished nothing. Read our GTAJEIANTEE. We want to atirprUe and delight you. Send on' y 10 oents, silver or stamp*, to help cover adv. cost and we win mall a $1.00 Box absolutely free. with ln«-re«tln» b-ok, j>o«tpald. plain wraooer. Address; KOSKOH LABORATORY, 1269 Broadway, I«l, Hew York, N.Y. WESHIPonUPPROVU Without a (tnt defiant, prepay the freight end allow 10 DAYS FREE TRIAL. IT ONLY COSTS one cent to lean our unheard of p rites and marvelous qfftrt oa highest grade 1918 model bkyclea. FACTORY PRICES a bicycle or a pair of tires from anyont at any price until you write for our large Art Catalog and learn our wonderful preposition on m sample bicycle going to your town. RIDER AGENTS money exhibiting and selling our bicycles. We Sell cheaper than any other factory TIRES, Coaster-Brakeraarwhaala, j. repairs and all sundries at half usual prime. be Not Walt! write today for our special offer. MKAD CYCLE CO., Dept A-42. TYPEWRITERS ON FREE TRIAL We will send you any Standard Typewriter, any make or model desired, on Five Days* absolutely Free Trial, with the understanding that you are to give the machine a thorough, searching, practical test — that you may determine the machine is perfect in every detail, and entirely satisfactory to your needs; and further, if you find the slightest thing to criticise, if you think you can get greater value for your money, if for any reason you decide not to keep the typewriter, then we will not only pay the return transportation charges, but we will refund the charges which you have paid. The machine you order on FREE TRIAL must prove its worth, and must actually sell itself. You are to be the sole judge. OUR GUARANTEE — Every machine we offer is absolutely perfect — as good as new — guaran- teed, fully warranted for one year in accordance with the standard guarantee of the manufacturers. If you are interested in the purchase of a $100.00 Standard Typewriter at a price and on terms to suit your pocket-book, fill out the attached coupon and mail at once. TYPEWRITER SALES CO. 183 N. Dearborn St., Chicago TYPEWRITER SALES COMPANY, 183 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago. Please send me at once full information regarding your Free Trial offer, without obligation to me. I prefer .machine. Z^ame Jlddrtss * . O. R. T. Cert, No Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Facing The Future Fearlessly By FRANKLIN O. KING “Ring out the Old; Ring in the New. Ring out the False; Ring in the True.” It Rings in Your Ears, and Well it May. Tennyson never Wrote a More Beautiful Poem, and You Never Read a More Helpful One. Read It Over Again. Every Man should Strike a Balance on New Year's Morning, even Though He May Have Been a little Off his Balance New Year's Eve. It's Easy to Turn Over a New Leaf, but it Takes a Real Man to Keep it Turned. “Eternal Vigilance” is the Price, not Only of Liberty, but of Habits, Health and Happiness — Now and Hereafter. Depression Cannot Depress You , if You Will Make It a Rule to Save a Little Something Every Day. Again I Repeat It — Saving is the Antidote for Slaving . The Best Incentive to Persistent and System- atic Saving is the Desire to Get a Home. The Best Place I Know of to Get a Home is in the Rain Belt of Gulf Coast Texas, where You can Grow Three Big Money-Making Crops a Year, and where Irrigation and Fertilization do Not Elat Up the Profits Your Hands Create. I believe you could save Twenty-Five Cents a Day if You tried. I know you would Try if you Realized that our Growers of Figs, Strawberries and Early Vegetables clear a net Profit of $300 to $500 an Acre. Men have Realized more than $1,000 an Acre growing Oranges in our Country. Remember that our Early Vegetables get to Northern Mar- kets in Mid- Winter and Early Spring, when they command Top Prices. Good Resolutions will Become Realizations only when Backed up By Persistent Purpose. How about Your Bal- ance Sheet for 1912? Haven't You Charged off a Lot of Things to “Profit and Loss” that Ought to Be On the Credit Side of the Ledger? Haven't You Frittered away a Great Deal of Your Hard Earned Cash for Petty Pleasures, or Lavish Luxuries, when You Could Have Laid By Something for the Inev- itable “Rainy Day?” How Much Better Off are You than Last Year; or the Year before That? True, You have “Kept the Wolf from the Door,” but by a Little Economy and Self-Denial You Might have Begun the Erection of a Fortification that would Forever Free One German Two Texas Gulf Coast Products Truck Grower on adjoining lands this spring realized nearly $500 from three- fourths of an acre of Strawberries. You could do as well if you only Tried, and on a Ten-Acre Tract Find Financial Freedom. The Biggest Price paid for a car of watermelons on the Houston Market this year was $140. The car was shipped by the Danbury Fruit and Truck Growers' Association. We are situated within convenient shipping dis- tance of Three Good Rail- roads and in addition to this have the inestimable Advantages of Water Transportation through the Splendid Harbors of Galveston and Velasco, so that our Freight Rates are cut Practically in Half. The Climate is Extremely Healthful and Superior to that of California or Florida — Winter or Sum- Your Good Job may not Always Last. Some of These Days a Younger Man May Fill Your Place. I said a “Younger,” not a Better Man. The Gray is Creeping into Your Hair, and the Boss is Likely to Forget the Splendid Things You Did— Once Upon a Time, “Yo' Ben a Good Old Wagon, But Yo' Dun Broke Down.” The World Wants a Winner, and Won't Worry Along With Womout Workers.” “Parted From the Pay-Roll” is a Little Drama in which You may Expect to Play the Principal Part Some Sad Saturday P. M. Then the “Good Fellows” who Helped You Spend Your Money Will Likely Pass By on the Other Side, and the Only Place You can Look for Sympathy will be in the Dictionary. Let Us, therefore, “Ring Out False Pride,” and Hereby Firmly Resolve to Establish a New’ Record for 1913, which Will Enable You to Face the Future Fearlessly. Strikes, ^fdnuffePaaics and Periods of Financial mer — owing to the Constant Gulf Breeze. Our Contract Embodies Life and Accident Insurance, and should you Die or become totally disabled, Your family, or anyone else You name, will get the Farm without the Payment of Another Penny. I f you should be Dissatisfied, we will Absolutely Refund your Money, as per the Terms of our Guarantee. Write for our Free Book, which contains nearly 100 Photographs of Growing Crops, etc. Fill out the Blank Space below with your Name and Address, plainly written, and mail it to the Texas-Gulf Realty Company, 1347 Peoples Gas Building, Chicago, Illinois. Read it Carefully, then use your own Good Judgment. Please send me your book, “Independence With Ten Acres.**

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24 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. M DIAMONDS -WATCHES on CREDIT Holiday Presents — Send for Catalog ^S^Thia Diamond Ring, enlarged to show the handsome mounting, is our great special. Finest quality pure white Diamonds, perfect in cut and full of fiery brilliancy. Specially selected by our diamond experts, and skilfully mounted in \\our famous Loftis “Perfection" 6-prong ring mounting, 14k. Solid Gold. ^ \X Cased in dark blue velvet ring box. The four rings here shown are the \\most popular, although we show all sizes and styles in our large Catalog. \\ 640- - $25. Terms: $ 5 Down, $ 2.50 a Month \| 641— 50. Terms: lO Down, 5.00 a Month 642- - 75. Terms: 15 Down, 7.50 a Month 643- - lOO. Terms: 20 Down, 10.00 a Month I Send for this Free Holiday Catalog, telling sll about our Easy Credit II Plan. Over 2000 illustrations of Diamonds, Watches. Jewelry, etc., at ► KM bargain prices for Holiday presents. Select anything desired, have it 5 Km sent to your home or express office, all charges prepaid. If entirclysatis- MM factory, send us one-fifth of the purchase price and keep it, balance in eight JW equal monthly amounts. We give better values and easier terms than any ^ JrW house in America. Writs for Holiday Catalog today. Don't delay. Loftis BrOS. & Co., Diamond Merchants, ^ DEPT. H869, 100 to 108 N. State St., CHICAGO. ILL. Branch Stores: Pittsburgh, Pa., and St. Louis, Mo. SHORTHAND IN 30 DAYS We absolutely guarantee to teach you operators Shorthand complete in thirty days. A lot of you have spare time both in your offices and homes. That's ail you need to learn by the Boyd System. Boyd's System is different in principle from all others. It is the first radical Improvement in Shorthand since 1839. It is easy to learn — easy to write — easy to read. No ruled lines. No posi- tions— no shading as in other syjtoms. Only Nine Characters to learn and you have the entire English language at your absolute command. Hundreds of railroad operators have taken our course and are now holding good jobs as private secretaries, newspaper writers, etc. The Boyd System is the only one suited to home study. Fill out coupon and send it in today. COUPON Chirac* Correspoadear* School*. 1010 Chicago Opera Doom Bldg., Chicago. Hand me, without obligation on my part, free booklets, testimonial!, guarantee offer and full dMcrip- tlon of the Boyd System of Syllable Shorthand. HYPNOTISM Would you possess thatstfnnge mysterious power which charms and fascinates nion and W.oinent influences their thoughts, con- trols their desires, and jnakes you supreme master of every situ- tion? Life is full of alluring possibilities for those who master ktionf Life is full of alluring possibilities for those who master ie secrets of hypnotic influence; for those who develop their mag- ueuc powers. You can lerirn at home, cure diseases and bad habits without a rugs, win the f ifcodship and love of others, increase yonr in- come, gTatify your ambitions, drive worry and trouble from your mind, improve your memory, overcome domestic difficulties, give the most thrill- ing entertainment ever witnessed and develop a wonderfully magnetic will „ 111 «.,able you to overcome all obstacles to your success. You can hyp- notize people instantaneously— quick as a flash— put yourself or anyone else to sleep “t liour of the day or night— banish pain or suffering. Our free book tells you the seerets of this wonderful science. It explains exactly bow you can use this power to better your condition in life. It is enthusiastically endorsed by ministers of the gospel, lawyers, doctors, business men and society women. It benefits everybody. It costs nothing. We give it away to advertise our institution. Write for it today. NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, Dept. 108B, ROCHESTER, Vi. Y. A SALESMEN WANTED ir:ii its' goiri'I'-s Tie* greatest on the market. Every engineer and fireman wants a pair the r inute they arcshn.vn. White, smoke or amber tinted lenses, temple or head band. Complete with genuine feather case. $1 .50 Big profit to agents Write for our special proposition. * ENGINEERS GOGGLE CO. 311 Schofield B'dg - Cleveland Ohio 8le

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When addreeeinc our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. *6 Defective Eyesight of Two Engineers Restored by Actina Tba vision of a Railroad Engineer must be per- fect. Like other human beings, their eyesight some timet becomes defective and then they lose their We would like to send you the name and address of two well-known Engineers— one on the New York Central and one on the Canadian Pacific road. who. after being sus- p ended were recently re- stored to their engines— be- cause the “Actina” treatment restored their vision. Let them tell you by letter their experiences and opin- ions of this sane, drugless method of treating most all eye ailments. We will also send you copies of letters from scores of people who state in positive terms that Actina has removed Cataracts, Granulations, etc., and has strengthened the eyes, so that glasses may be abandoned. No matter what form of defect, or disease of the eyes you may have. ** Actina” will certainly benefit you. It cannot harm and may restore your eye- sight and eyes to normal condition. You can best judge this by reading our literature and trying an * Actina” for two weeks. If you arp not benefited, completely relieved, or for any other reason you do not want to keep it, you will not be out a cent. The free book we will send you contains 64 pages. It tells all about the ailments of the eye, ear, nose, throat and head— the cause, effect and modern methods of treatment. It's yours for a postal re- quest. Address, Actina Appliance Company. Dept, j6M. 81 i Walnut Street. Kansas City, Mo. 51222 REWARD We will pay ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS CASH TO YOU or any physician, chemist or other person, who can show one drop of impure blood in any person whom we have treated for BLOOD POISON, holding one of our guarantees from Nos. 1 to 2643, inclusive (Nos. 1480, 1490, 1491 and 1492 excepted account of records lost). If a “Washerman” or other test will show, or if any responsible physician will state under oath that any one of those patients has now even a trace of that terrible disease, we will pay to that person ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS. Many of our patients were CURED, privately, at home, without loss of time. We are so thoroughly oopvinoed that our treatment will CURE EVERY CASE OF BLOOD POISON and that WE HAVE NEVER FAILED to effect a cure, either here or by mail, that we back up our statements with a REWARD OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS, as above. Full particulars in booklet will be mailed you FREE upon request. We can CURE YOU, privately, at home. Write us TODAY. DRS. BYRD & WHITWORTH Hot Springs, Ark. (Twenty-one years' experience In treatment of Blood Dfceasea and Rheumatism at Hot Springs, Ark.) Wonderful BOOK FREE!! Explains Everything You Should Know About How To Study I I I I Any one ambitious to study law and be- come a successful noticing lawyer at the ^ bar, should not hesitate to send for this GREAT FREE BOOK, which explains exactly what you ought to know before taking up this fascinating and valuable study. This Book Starts You Right It shows you how to become a thoroughly competent lawyer— explains the requirements step by step in a plain, simple, direct way that will start you right and save you a lot of time, trouble and expense. There can be no possible failure with this Wonderful Guide to follow. It puts you at once in the path followed by America’s Foremost Lawyers— men who have themselves gone through such steps as they now recom- mend for you. This Free Book shows you How To Study Law At Home Under the World’s Greatest Masters of Law -how toutilixe your spare moments in preparing yourself for a jpeat proi«i- sion at very small cost— how to prepare for bar examiMtions I I I I I I mse or obligation — ana oecome uwrouguijr ■ Save Half Your Tuition | We wm not only send you this Wonderful Guide to tho Law-abaolutely free— but will also point out a way by which ■ you can save half your tuition charges V» e «re ’n posii'on ■ to do this for a certain time, so it will be just ^ keeping | lot of money in your own pocket, if you answer this DromDtly. Remember, we save you half. itNU HU IYIUHL1 and” address in letter ^ postal^ or on the "will fin<J this Guid*e to the Law an invaluable aid in template studying law, you surely want to beet course in the shortest time at least expense. ^ Fr*«» LaSalle Extension University, Dept. J, Chicago, III, Please send me— FREE— Valuable Law ’"‘'too' Guide and tell me how to save half on my tuition. O yy " NAME., ADDRESS.. Digitized by Google

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SGvtR^. * ViSlBV* * NEW RUPTURE CURE DON'T WEAR A TRUSS Brooks’ Appliance. New dia- oovery. Wonderful. No obnox- ious springs or pads. Automatic Air Cushions. Binds and draws the broken parts together as you would a broken Umb. No salves. No lympbol. No lies. Durable, cheap. Sent on trial, gl Paten tea September 10, ’01. SW CATALOGUE FREE. C. E. BROOKS, | 61A State St., Marshall, Mich. When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. No Money Now ONLY $4.00 A MONTH SENSATIONAL PRICE This is the offer that has startled the typewriter world 1 Typewriter salesmen and agents simply can not comprehend how wo do it. We actually sell to the user at a price very much less than the dealer paid at wholesale. Our monthly payments are exactly the same as rent. More than 10,000 orders have been filled I We have no salesmen, no agents, no dealers. The quality of the typewriter, the extreme low price, the small payments, the broad guaran- tee— these are our only arguments. The type- writer we supply on this remarkable offer is not some unknown, untried make, but the world- wide Famous Model No. 3 Oliver. The type- writer that everyone knows. It Is a Visible Writer, lust as perfect, just as fully equipped as though you paid the full cash price. You get every perfection and every device that goes out with this Model. You get all of tho extras; metal cover, base board, tools, instruc- tion book, and the broadest guarantee ever given on a typewriter. The Oliver is the machine with the type bars that strike downward; that has made the “write- in-sight” principle mechanically practical. It is so simple that children learn to operate it in ten minutes, yet it is faster than the fastest expert. It possesses phenomenal strength, and will last a life time. No Money Until You See It, until you actually try it in your own home or office. Then — you make your decision. There is no salesman to influence or hurry you. If you keep it you pay only $4 down. It will pay for itself thereafter. There is no interest, no chattel mortgage, no collectors, no publicity, no delay. This is positively the best typewriter offer ever made; tho best selling plan ever devised. If you own a typewriter now we will take it in trade and make you a liberal allowance for it. If you are renting a typewriter you will want to send it back when you see this one. Send your name and address today. We will send you a catalogue of the machine. It won't cost you anything. You will be under no obliga- tion— and— we promise not to send a salesman. TYPEWRITERS DISTRIBUTING SYNDICATE 166-D.S. North Michigan Bird., Chicago. RUPTURED PEOPLE-, Get This On 60 Days' Trial You know you can’t possibly tell anything about a truss or anything else for rupture merely by tryinglt on, for a truss or so-called “appliance” may seem all right at first and after- ward prove utterly worthless. But here is something you can try sixty days — Just as a test-— without having to risk a single cent. AWAY WITH LEG-STRAP LI ■■ AND SPRING TRUSSES So far as we know, our guaranteed flHWlM rupture holder is the only thing of any kind for rupture that you can W get on 00 days’ trial — the only thing wc know of good enough to stand such P| '• a long and thorough test. It’s the \\ \ ^ famous Clut}ie Automatic Massaging ViliT’.Mi Truss — made on an absolutely new principle — has 18 patented features. Self-adjusting. Doe9 away with the misery of wearing belts, leg-straps and springs. Guaranteed to hold at all times — including when you are working, taking a bath, etc. Has cured in case after case that seemed hopeless. Write for Free Book of Advice — Cloth bound, 104 pages. Explains the dangers of operation. Shows just what’s wrong with clastic and spring trusses, and why drugstores should no more be allowed to fit trusses than to perform operations. Exposes the humbugs — show's how old-fashioned worthless trusses are sold under false and misleading names. Tells all about the care and attention we give you. Endorsements from over 5000 people, including physicians. Write today — find out how you can prove every w’ord w'e say by making a 60 day test without risking a penny. Box 783— CLUTHE CO,. 125 E. 23d St. M.w York City THE RAILROIB TELERRIPHER S1.X Par Y*ar Tobacco Habit Easily Conquered A well-known New Yorker who has had wide expe- rience has written a book telling how the tobacco or snuff habit can be easily banished in three days with- out any return of the craving. jThe health improves wonderfully after the nicotine poison is out of the system. Calmness, tranquil sleep, clear eyes, normal appetite, good digestion, manly vigor, strong memory and a general gain in efficiency are among the many benefits. No more of that nervous feeling; no more need of pipe, cigar, cigarette or chewing tobacco to pacify the morbid desire. The author, Edw. J. Woods, 534 Sixth Ave., 38GT, New York City, will send his book free on application to anyone who writes to him. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 27 “Come to Florida and Live Like a Prince — ” r=ii— n — IF 3 ESI (SEE Doesn't This Look More Like Living Than What You're Doing Today? live on a 10-acre fruit or truck farm all your own, close to the great and rapidly growing city of Tampa itself Right here in beautiful Hillsboro County , Where you can choose — from the rich new tracts just now being opened — a model 10-acre farm for only SI an acre per month. Man alive, that’s only 3H cents a day per acre! Clinch your New' Year’s resolution right now', that hereafter you}ll live like a prince Right here in Hillsboro County, Florida, Where soil, climate. Water, schools, churches, transportation to highest-priced markets — where all these vital features are ideal Right here where grapefruit and orange groves alone, as the U. 8. Government report shows, are paying over f680.000.00 a year! Wrbere fruit, vegetables and poultry mean a mint of money — several big crops of garden truck each year. Turn to that big double-page In our latest Florida book ( coupon belote t HU bring pouri./ree) and read "W'taat you can do wit b one aero In Hillsboro County.” This ‘valuable book tabulates actual yield of < up; cost of clearing, planting and harvesting : even includes a Handy Calendar of planting and marketing dates. S**d tod'i* far your, — It enables you to choose crops that will yield you a handsome income. Right here where 3 big Railroads cross each of our tracks — a doten R. R. stations right on these lands. advantages — at eemntry prices.’ Even merchandise la cheaper than up North. Don t make the mistake of buying land that Isn’t close to some large and fast growing city. Tampa, already over 60.000 population, can’t grow much farther south or west, because cut oil by Tampa Bay. Our /arms lie just to the north and east! The point 18, by reserving your farm NOW you get the benellt of the rapidly doub'lng values — Hillsboro County land has already multiplied In value several times sluce we started our development here. This is no “pig in a poke” purchase— you'll have 60 days to fully Investigate the farm you reserve. Wc want you to know Just what you’re getting — by special arrangement even more time may be taken. And what’s more, any time within a year you may exchange your farm for any other unsold land of the same acreage. Your money back if you want it. When von buy a farm. Insist on getting tried and proven land. Buy it through a tried and proven land company. During the nast 3 years the North Tampa Land Co. has boosted over 2,500 r families toward independence — made them farm-owners in thriving Hillsboro County. Just ask what tnc Mayor of Tampa says of this land — or the President of the Tampa & Gulf Coast R. R. — or any of the contented, prosperous settlers who afo now developing their farms. Ask us to send you letters from nil these folks— Start the New Year right ! Mail this coupon quick. It entities you to one of the most interesting, accurate all-round valuable books ona Florida ever published. 3 North Tampa Land Co. 1128 Commercial Nat'l Bank Bldg. CHICAGO =n=ii North Tampa Land Co. R. R. Teleg. Commercial Nat’l Bank Bldg., Chicago. Please send me FREE your latest and best book on Florida land. Name Street No City ^^tatc. . T. . . Digitized by '

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TYPEWRITERS ALL MAKES 3000 Typewriters $|ft All Standard Makes I U lOl When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Rebailt” Typewriters Don't buy a typewriter from any one at any price until you reoeive our art catalogue No. 60. Unheard-of price* and ex- press paid, free trial offer. All machine* are rebuilt, re- nickelod, rejananned. Look like new and guaranteed good aa new. Sena for one and be convinced. Bemlagton So. 6 and Smith Premiers No. 2 . .$19.50 Olivers No. 5, Underwoods No. 4, L. C. Smiths No. ? . 36.00 . Other standard make* cheaper. Typewriter Inspection Co., 23 7 West 4th St., Cincinnati. 0. Are alj right, but honestly, now. wouldn’t you prefer an almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt” you ever saw, especially if the difference in price is many big, round dollars? I sell both kinds, but I KNOW which kind will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you will only drop me a line. I sell both kinds (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago for nearly twenty years. I sell sending machines, too, at lowest prices; also corjds for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I’ll help swell that bank account of yours. « Underwood, L. C. Smith, Oliver, Remington, Smith Premier, Fox, Monarch, Fully guaranteed, shipped everywhere on Free Trial. Easy Terms. Address, E. C. UNDERWOOD, T170 W. Randolph St., - - Chicago, 111. WM. T. PLUMMER 832 S. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ILL. Cert. 2093, Grand Division, O. R. T. First Financial Sec’y Chicago Local No. I , C.T.U. A. TYPEWRITERS ALL MAKES TYPEWRITERS At Vi to Vfc* Manufacturer’s Prices ALL THE STANDARD MACHINES, INCLUDING LATEST MODELS SnSSrP* SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE. ^NJ^C^PPU,D WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM LAKE STREET (Ur«w« Ind.p.nd.nt DMler. Id tk« World.) O H I O A O O THE SCHOOL OF Railway Sighalmg Offers by correspondence a complete course in Slgaal Engineering and Special Short Courses. 8end for Catalogue 2D. THE SCHOOL OF RAILWAY SIGNALING Utloa, N. Y., U.S.A. 101 1250 103 438 Small Emblem Buttons for most any eooiety. Solid Gold, 50c each. Rolled Gold, 35c each. S. W. BASSETT COMPANY, Lapham Building, . Providence, R. I. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ri'V'5“'— ° , n- a Scientific Management aims to eliminate waste effort. The value of any piece of machinery must be measured by what it en- ables its operator to perform. The LC. Smith & Bros. Typewriter BaB Bearing Long Wearing it designed and built to conserve human energy. Every operating device is under the operator’s hands ; shift key, shift look, space bar, back spacer and margin release. Ball bearings throughout give light touch, light carriage tension and a light capital shift. Carriage return and line space re- quire but one operation without disturbing the writing position of the hand. ^g^^ There are dozens of other reasons why the L.C. Smith increases the AJTjattw efficiency of your office t force. Write for new fee UeL “ Vantage Points of the L C Smith & Bros. Typewriter. LC. SMITH ft BROS. TYPEWRITER CO. HmJ OWx. ft DimmUc t»j Ftnk. Mm. ' SYRACUSE. N.Y.. U.S.A. Branehn in oil Principai Citims This Beautiful PIANO at $175 will be sold to you on terms of $1 a Week or $5 a Month and no interest on the payments We ask no cash payment down. We pay the freight. There are no extras. Pianp stool and scarf included. We manufacture the MEISTER piano in our own factory. We do not sell through agents or dealers or jobbers. Hence, there is but one small profit represented in the price of $175. days’ approval, freight prepaid, without any obligation whatever on your part. The MEISTER is beautiful in its lines, rich in tone and worthy a place in the finest home. Send for our FREE PIANO BOOK and learn the details. Our resources exceed $4,000,000. We sell more pianos direct to the home than any other concern in the world. Rothschild & Company Department A-29 :: Chicago, Illinois.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. vjrSSBBm Bull Dog 1 Key Tag It Immediately serves to estab- lish tho ownershlpofabunch of keys If lo*tor»tolen. Italso promptly disclose the Identity of the owner If suddenly stricken down by accl- d«nt. sickness or death. A wreck may occur and render you uncon- scious: you may have no meana of Identification on y°urtPer,0.Ib but If you are the poaaeaaor of a Bull Dog Key Tag your Identity will be Immediately eatabllahed. Made of German Silver, beautifully worked, name and addreaa of owner handsomely engraved, with in- atructlona to return, eto. Price 25 e Including Key Ring. Head today. Not necessary to write a letter, altnplv write name and addreaa on margin of this ad and Bend it to ua witn 25c. AGENTS WANTED Cleveland Supply Co.. Room l, 8048 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, 0. m am m rn m Leading Law School ■V III In Correspondence fllAf Prepares for the liar. M ■ Thre« Courses: College, m Wm m Poet Graduate and Busl nee* law, Clashes begin eaoh month. Send for catalog giving rules for ad- mleelon to the bar of the several States. The Greatest Correspondence Lav School In the World Chicago Correspondence School of Law 554 Reaper Block, Chicago THE PHILLIPS CODE PRICE - ONE DOLLAR AMrni L W. QUICK, Braid See. A Treasurer, St Leeis AGENTS so"»\,S,NO Brandt's newly patented Combination 8hav- log Brush end Beard Softener, leathers the jgrHftv face, instead of using hands to rub in, use r®^ the little rubber fingers, attached to shaving brush. Only sanitary method of rubbing in lather to prepare face for shaving. Softens the beard much better than ordinary method. Jmt the thing for a man with wiry beard and tender akin. Gives a facial manage with everv shave. Prevents Ingrowing hair*. Bristle* set in rubber. Sells on sight: every man want* one. Write for wholesale terms and prices. B. F. Brandt Brush Co., 42 Hudson Ht. Hew York City TRUSS WEARERS pwp ■■ attention « The PLAPAOPADS are different from LDI> t the truss, being medicine applica- I tors made a^-adkealvenurpoaely I ^r, I to holdthc parts securelylnplaoe. ^ I N ostrapa, buck les o r ep rtno—eax^ A Inotslip, soeaaaotchafedroom- , i — ^ Tn r pw— against the puhle bona. I Thouaandsnare suecessfuDy treated I knTTr/\ them se 1 V ea at home without hindrance from l work an d conquered the most obstinate caaea. sss: TlmrAe m a nan *° no further use for truss. Wo IrlAL OF PLAPAOpr^ wh.tr »y br reodtoc you Trial of Flanao absolutely FREE. U rite TO-DA Y. Address, PLAPAO LABORATORIES, Bit 156, St. Louis, Ha YOUR IDEAS offered for certain inven- tions. Book ‘"How to Obtain a Patent" and “What to Invent" sent free. Send rough sketch for free report as to pa ten t- ablir.y. Patents advertised for sale at our expense In Manufacturers’ Journals. CHANDLEE & CHANDLEE. Patent Att'ji F»UM!»h*«l 10 Tmti Young Man, Here’s Your Verdict This trial has been going on for 20 years in the largest clinics of Chicago gB| and New York, and every opportunity has been given to the most learned specialists to adopt or condemn my methods of Filtering the Blood Stream in all cases of blood poisoning and mi- crobic infection. The hour has arrived when all mankind can and will profit by adopting the only way of preventing '■% diseases and preserving heritage unblem- ' 3 ished. I have stood alone and talked to the deluded — father and youth of our country, while their best energies and vitality was being sapped from their veins — say nothing of their determina- tion to increase the surgeon's work on the poor innocent wife and mother. You shall no longer revel in ignorante — \ or travel a road that not only leads you, bat your posterity to destruction. The n time has come when doctors will be estimated by the suffering they prevent, l>r. Aft. i>. not by political affiliation or their many abdominal sections. You say it is wrong | to commit suicide 1 Then why should it not be a crime if a man is infected to give him instructions to treat himself ■R with a gunshot prescription? Every ail recognized law on earth says you are wrong, and you know you are wrong, H but you say — it Is Custom. To H with Custom if it ruins constitutions and makes innocent wives and mothers. pay as? the penalty of your and your ancestors’ RKP^Mr m*8takesl Misguided youth, tell me if : you want toknowthetruth. Unfortunate father, what good will your $100,000 do you or your son with a weak blood stream ? It is the liauid person! It is the saver of nations! How can you have W. k courage, energy, vitality and strength to gv IL fight the battles of life with Tainted JBgm#* Blood Cells? Look at your insane ■ asylums; 50 per cent of these poor, suf- 'v- fering mortals are Paying the Penalty of their ancestors’ indiscretion. Will you Hejroolds adopt the Ounce of Prevention now and help prevent Suicide, Divorce, Insanity and Disease. HAVE YOU BLOOD POISON. SKIN DISEASES. KHEUNATISN. BLADDEK. STOMACH AND KIDNEY TK0UBLE ? My complete Laboratory Examination will prove and verify the true condition of the internal organs. Remember, I see all patients and treat them personally. No guesswork — no uncertainty. Your health, strength and happiness will be restored. Hours 9 to 8 daily; 10 to 1 Sunday. Write today for my “Plain Talk to Men.” JVo Fee Charged or a Dollar flood Bo Paid Unless a Cure is Effected H. D. REYNOLDS, M. D., 39 W. Adams St., Chicago, 111. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. tl To the Wife of One Who Drinks I hare an Important confidential message for you. It will come in a plain envelope. You can conquer tne liquor habit in 3 days and make home happy. Wonderful, safe, lasting, reliable, inexpensive method. EDWARD J. WOODS. 634 Sixth Ave.. 386 S, New York, N. Y. SPECIAL LAW SCHOLARSHIP OFFER NOW OPEN! W/X NTE D Station and clerical MEN WE need men of your experience to qualify by mail as R. R. Freight Claim Investigators In U. 8.. Canada and Mexico; Trafllo Managers for Private Firms, and Clalmanfs Bureaus. Better f. easier hours, no Sunday work. Attractive conditions, good future. Write today ~ experience) lor full details and free book. chicag6 Dept. J. TRAFFIC ASS N 220-222 N. State St.. Chicago RHEUMATISM CATARRH BLOOD POISON ECZEMA Don’t lose hope. Learn of the marvelous discovery that is working wonderful results. If interested in a quick, sure way to get rid of these diseases, write for 80-page book free. R. T. “SALVAR," 1 806 Oliva St, St Louis, Mo. PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY BOOKS, ADVICE AND SEARCHES Sod Audi or model foe teach. Hi«hee\ Bert Ranks “ FREE Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 824 F. SbM », N. W. WaahtaAtoa. D. C. TELEGRAPHERS Add many dollars to their salaries during spare time selling Transparent handled Novelty Knives with name, address, photo, lodge emblem. ete_ showing under the handle. Superlative quail, y. 100 * Ida y|U8 Coil UftBUkw? Ol U w gaw • nit and exclusive territory guaranteed. Write qutex lw terms and special outfit offer, gsvslty Cutlery Co., IPO Bar »L, CamtoM.O. UNIFORM CARS THE BEST ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST _ Black ribbed ■ilk (best quality), heavy patent leath- er visor, gold em- broideied letters, two rows gold tape, wire frame, leather • weal-band, well ventilated, light weight. Mention CO CA ®°rrect »!*«• Catalogue Prepaid Mailed Free GOETTLE.R HAT CO. 1260 S. Broadway. ST. LOUIS, MO. Established Fifty -Five Years Join The “1000 Club”! Get Your Insttuction in ourGreat LawSchool F-R-E-E!! First 1000 students to enroll in 1913 receive SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS! Write at once for free member- ship in the “1000 Club’' 1 Send no money. As a mem- ber of “1000 Club” you receive scholarship covering complete five-year course in law — also your choice of special course. This great offer is limited — mail the coupon immediately for full particulars. The University Brought Right toVA■■■i Uama No needto give up your Tour Home, present position. Learn the law right at homeon this great offer just as easily and thoroughly as though you attended a resident law school. Our graduates as successful in passing bar examinations as the graduates of the best resident schools. Our course indorsed by renowned educators and lawyers. American School of Correspondence chartered by law as an educational institution— the same as your State University. Instruction papers prepared by famous law authors. Course prepares for Bar In ANY STATE. Wi Furnish Fifty-Six Textbooks with Evory Special Scholarship I Not twelve or fifteen— but fifty-six. Written in clear, ooncise manner— neatly bound— handy sire. You receive any •‘individual” or “personal” instruction necessary. r> l | aiAI Our complete oocrse In Gen- DUSineSS LBW, eral Law is most valuable to business men. On this great offer you can also specialise in subjects such as Commercial and Business Law, Bank- ing and Trust Law,. Real Estate Law. etc. Even though vou do not expect to become a practicing lawyer — get full details of this great offer. Only cost to members of “10U0 Club” Is for textbooks and postage. Mail this Special Coupon Immediately SPECIAL) The American School of Corres- pondence GUARAN- TEES to coach FREE any graduate who fails to pass the bar examination in any State. Write for school catalogue and full particulars of this Special Scholarship offer. You assume noobll ever in sending the coupon. Remember the Club is limited to 1000 members. \ou must hurry if you want to be one of ^ those to receive this scholarship! Sign and mail the coupon lm-^ ” mediately. AMERICAN SCHOOL OF + CORRESPONDENCE Chicago d llllnolv ^ catal your ^ Namx. ligations what- Special Scholarship ^ Coupon ^ American School ef Correspondence Chicago. Illinois Without any obligations Without any obligations on me whatever, please send me your school atalogue and complete information of r “1000 Club’ 1 offer. R. R. Tel., 1-13 Digitized by u.ooQle

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II When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. fl Rising Profession YOU MEN on Salaries Y ou want to earn more ; you want to be promoted ; yet you seem to be anchored in your present position.^ Do you know why? I am going to tell you. It's because you do not know enough to command advancement. Plain talk, isn’t it? But it’s true. The way to a larger salary is through your brain ; you must learn something that your employer wants, that he needs, that he must have. Every employer who is engaged in manufactur- ing, buying, or selling merchandise — and this includes most of them — is shipping and receiving freight. This is his big item cf expense and he knows very little about it. He wants a traffic manager, he needs a traffic manager, he must have a traffic manager. A traffic expert can save him thousands of dollars every year. No wonder a traffic manager is paid a big salary; he earns it. We train you to take a position like this by cor- respondence. You have your choice of forty- three different lines of business. I can’t tell you all about it here; I want you to write today for our booklet. Don’t put it off; it only means that you must wait another day for promotion. Fill out the coupon now. ADDRESS VICE-PRESIDENT NATIONAL TRAFFIC COLLEGE OTIS BUILDING, CHICAGO Vice-President NATIONAL TRAFFIC COLLEGE > Otis Building, Chicago > Send me your booklet. I want to earn a larger e&l&ry. Name Occupation Street and No Town and State DDArNESS SUCCESSFULLY TREATED By the Simplest Method Yet Discovered Ninety-five per cent of the cases of deafness brought to our i attention are the result of chronic catarrh of the throat and middle ear. The air passages become clogged by catarrhal deposits, stopping the action of the vibratory bones. Until these deposits are removed relief is impossible. The inner ear i can not be readied by probing or spraying, hence the inability of specialists to always give relief. Neither can ear drums cure deafness. That there is a successful treatment for deafness and catarrh is demonstra- ted every day by the use of “Acuna.” The vapor generated in the “Actina” passes through the Eus- tachian tubes into the middle ear, removing the catarrhal obstructions and loosens up the bones (ham- mer, anvil and stirrup) in the inner ear, making them respond to the vibrations of sound. “Ac- tina’’ is also very success- ful in relieving ringing noises in the head. We have known people afflict- ed with this distressing trouble for years to be relieved by a few weeks’ use. “Actina” has also been very successful in the treatment of hay fever, asthma, bronchitis, sore throat, weak lungs, colds, headache, and other troubles th.it are directly or indirectly due to catarrh. “Actina” can be used with perfect safety by every member of the family, for any affliction of the ear, throat or head. FREE TRIAL of the “Actina” is given in every case. Send for our FREE TRIAL offer and valuable FREE BOOK. Address Actina Appliance Co.. Dept. 26D, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. B. D. The Drum; H. Hammer: A. Anvil, S. Stirrup: S. C. Semi- Circular Canals; C. Cochlea* RAILROAD MEN) Often Become DEAF Their occupation is one that naturally brings a greater strain upon the drum of theears. Theconstantexposureto noise. <5 dust, vibrations, varied temperature, etc., causes the delicate tissues to be overtaxed, weakened, and deafness or imperfect hear- ing is the result. You would protect your eyes with glasses If your sight was threat- ened-then why not safeguard the hearing which is almost as necessary to you) My little Wireless 'phones for the Ear" furnish the protection which every railroad man requires. If you are already deaf they will enable you to hear. Nearly 4i*0 000 people arc now wearing them, and among that number there has been every condition of deafness or imperfect hearing. No matter what the cause or how long standing the case, the testimonials scut mo show marvelous results. f Common Sense Ear Drums have restored to me my own hearing— that's how I happened to discover the secret of their success in my own desperate endeavors to be relieved of my deafness after physicians had repeatedly failed. Common Sense Ear Drums are made of a soft, sensitized material, comfortable and safe 'to wear. They are out of sight when worn, and easily adjusted by the wearer. It is certainly worth your while to investigate. Before you send any money just drop me a line. I want to send you free of charge my book on deafness and plenty of evidence to prove to you that I am entirely worthy of your confidence. Why not write me today? GEORGE H. WILSON, President WILSON EAR DRUM CO.f Incorporated 752 Inter-Southern Bldg., Louisville, Ky.

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Diamonds Not Imitation— W A Marvelous Reconstructed Cent rreatest triumph of the electric fur- — VUC k 1 i * • w- * . nace. Will cat g/aa*-s tands filing, fire and . acid testa like a diamond— guaranteed to con- tain no glass. Remoh Gems have no paste, loll or artificial backing-their brilliancy is guaran- teed forever. One-thirtieth the cost of a diamond. These remarkable gem9 are set only In 14 Karat Solid Gold Mountings. Sent On Approval Anywhere 1 —your money cheerfully refunded if ^ot per- A fectly satisfactory. Write for our De L Luxe Jewel Book — yours for ^ ^ the asking. Address Remoh Jewelry Co. w^shinflton Avc-»St When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Remoh Gems ^ Look and Waar BE PROGRESSIVE! Do as several hundred other operators have done, and are doing dally. Get one of my INDESTRUCTIBLE PATENTED STYLUSES. They only cost $1.00 postpaid ; and do away entirely with all SLIPPING or CREEP- ING through the fingers, thus enabling you to Increase speed and legibility, and the fingers are not subject to cramps, because they do not grip this instrument as is NECESSARILY the case in using any other stylus. The first or second finger is placed thro the ring — the body of the instrument carrying the point (which has 3/8-inch adjustment for length) being pivoted under the ring, swings into the PROPER position and at the CORRECT angle for writing, and ALL PRESSURE comes from the base of the finger — from which place sufficient pressure is obtained to cause a HEAVY MANI- FOLD to be made with no more exertion than a 3 copy with any other stylus — ail that is required being reasonably good carbons and tin or oil board under bottom ccpy. This instrument is constructed of brass, the point of steel, all nickel plated. Out of hundreds placed only FOUR have reported not entirely satisfied with their purchase. not be without it for anything.’* Orders filled same day received. ORDER NOW. J. W. DYCHES (O. R. T. Cert. 920) P.O.Box 66, ARCHER, FLA., U.S. A. POWER VAVTV P°wer from within! Strength nil I \/U I that is more than mere muse* ular strength — the strength of perfect health, abundant nerve force — now within your own reach through Vibration! N ine people out Of every ten are only half alive l Are you? Listen— All the Benefits of Life, Strength, Youth may be returned to you through Vibration. For Vihrn» tion is Life itself. It will chase away the year* like magic. Every nerve, every fibre in your whole body will fairly tingle with the force of your own awnl ened power ! Stagnation simply cannot exist. You are made over new from head to foot. Your blood is sent humming along through every vein, artery and tiny capillary. AH the poisonous matters in your system are washed away. Your seif-confi- Three Great dence —your self-respect a • j it i4L are increased a hundred A.1Q8 tO ITeAItfl fold. With the White Cross Electric Three Great Aids to Health With the White Cross Electric C • 1 Af f/v«i Vibrator in your home you can Special Utter ror besides Vibration. Earsdic 1 : !x.aJ and Galvanic Electricity. This Limited A lnlC machine may also be connected — .... ... up with an ordinary rocker to For a short time only we make a perfect vibrating chair, are making a remarkable No extra charge lor this attach- Special Introductory ment. The White Cross Else- Offer on the White Cross trie Vibrator may be connected Electric Vibrawr-amaz- ing discounts its own dry rolls. rock-bottom prices direct " if you act at once. FREE BOOK ponand mail ^ | 1NTYSTPQM. *21*S™WSr: marvels of Vibration. Read what ^ DeakSfsi scientists say about it. Post your- Chicago, QL self on what it will do for you. f ^nic **• Learn all about the White Without any oblige Cross Electric Vibrator and # t'.ons on my part, please ♦ UNDSTROM- SMITHCO. under no obligations at all —all you need to do is to send the coupon today — a you can send a postal # card or a letter, but the ^ coupon will do just “ as welL f Name Lindatrom- 4 Smith Co. M 218 8. Wabash Ay. # Addbem.. Desk 2581 # Chicago. IU. 0 send me. free and pre- # paid, yoar free book on Vibration, full particulars A of the White Cross Vibrator and /oar Special 60- Day Offer Digitized by '

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 81 University Instruction At Home fc Learn law in the greatest law school for home study in the world. Many brilliant lawyers studied law at home. Resolve NOW to take advantage of our remarkable offer to give you a complete three years' course without charge. Road the offer, then clip the coupon at the bottom of the page and send it to us at ONCE. Superior Advantages of Our School We have ten years of successful experience in teaching law by cor- respondence. We have a large and distinguished faculty and staff of special lecturers— men whose prominence insures efficient service. We are the only school that actually combines the case and text book method of instruction— same as Harvard, Colum- bia, Michigan and other big universities . Our course is adapted for men who want to prepare for the practice of law, or for men who want legal knowledge for business purposes. We have the simple, easy and direct method of law instruction. Our course has brevity and conciseness— takes only your spare time. Our Gnat Scholarship Offer At this particular time we offer you a tuition credit vail led at $100 ahaehdely without This tuition credit entitles you to a complete three years' course in our School— Lectures, Faculty Talks, Examinations and the services of our Consulting Department. We are doing this for advertising purposes. The offer is open for a limited time only. Take advantage of this remarkable oppor- tunity NOW. Get your tuition in a groat law school— the greatest (n the world— without a cent of cost to you. Your only expense will be for text and postage. This Oder is limited so get particulars at once— mail the coupon now— this very day. " .J Wt Furnish This Magnificent LAW LIBRARY With Every SCHOLARSHIP This magnificent set of law books, complete in twelve volumes, covers all the subjects of law. It is written so you can understand every detail of the most complex law problems. The original cost of this library was over 150,000.00. Constan t revision insures everything being strictly up-to-date. ^ With the aid of these splendid volumes you will grasp the subject of law In a surprisingly short time Jife- lwfay«|sfjaii RIIQIMKC I AMI rANDCC We have a course for those who do not intend to ^ DV9II1U9 MlVf VvVn9K praotioelaw.bat who want a knowledge of law for A ja business purposes. You should know the law even If yon never expect to praotloe at the bar. Ignor- 8 " All RAH f the law exposes no one. No knowledge more Important or practical. To know the law Is w# W oM gS VII To Poach fnt say gradnata falling to pasa bar axamlna- iioa. Oar ooursa eovars all bgaaehaa of American Xaw and ladndaa , stadias as lai Law Schools. w» mw uuui auunjouH XU 01*7 iiupvtiioua tit pi avaiosu. aw sumw suo a saw to ^ ▼, a liberal eduoatlon In lloelf.lt sharpens the reason.broadena the mind and 7. Knowing lawlstbab— tguarant— ofaneossainany hosimaa AntriciB Correspon* dcacc School of Law, D*L Mali Coupon Today today. It will bring our big 130-page catalog PUCK. In It la a splendid art! ole on "The Importance of a Law Education.*' We will also tell yon of oar special scholarship offer. Remem- ▼ 9561 I ■ BUg. Chicago ■» Gentlemen: Without any obllga- tloaa on ma whatsoever, pleaae send _io your catalogue and particulars of your scholarship offer. , Oipt 2681 School of Law * Chicago, M. ,* ^ Digitized by .oogle

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36 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. G. K. SANDEN CO., 1261 Broadway, New York, N. Y. Dear Sirs — Please forward me your Book, as advertised, free, sealed. NAME, ADDRESS Something New for Men Restore Your Own Strength— No Drugs ' The free illustrated pocket compendium of advice for all men, whether young or elderly, single or married; whether well or ailing (explained below), not only contains a great fund of necessary information upon certain avoided private subjects, telling you what to avoid, what to do and what not to do. but also fully describes a new small me- ^g^MV/**** chanical appliance called a VITALIZER ~ ~ which generates a natural force and which ^ ' is now being worn by men all over the world . who seek new manly vigor. You, yourself. 0' no matter where you live, may easily have { one of these little VITALIZERS to try out - ’k VHSBfe. in your own case. Therefore, please use the ^njjr'n below and get tins tree pocket coni- HkP\ - M vigoious, vital and manly once more, with* H&. % ip- K out an ache, pain or weakness? If you really^seek and want^this new vigor, this ^ book^that you^may know the wholcy won- l hi IZER of my invention, which you wear AV\ JlKy 1 comfortably on your body, and which sends ita^steady, gentle, ^sil^nt supply of FORCE J ftren*t.^ is not °*J^ nature ’a^own gift,. but! l&lliif ' we all know that it is the husky, vigorous. mm | . . P . . . ~ . . vital fellow who attracts both women and Manly Men Fascinate the Whole World men to him, and it is he, also, who is ever - sought out and who achieves the really big things of life. Sturdy, vital manhood is, without doubt, the one great, silent universal power which fascinates us all. no matter how we may argue to the contrary'. Therefore, reader, I care not what may be your age, nationality, or creed, whether you are married or single, whether you are a bank president or work on the farm or in the shop, nor do I care how unstrung or nervous you may feel, or what past acts may have left you debilitated and enervated, I say to you in all seriousness, if I can show you an easy, drugless way by which you may treat yourself w’ith the object of bringing back full vigor to your organism, then I w ill show you the road to new hope and new man- hood. A man may be small in stature, yet as strong and attractive as a giant, or he may be big in stature, yet unstrung, nervous and unmanly. It is all a question of your own vigorous strength. There- fore, let me suggest that you call or write at once, then, after reading my book, if you decide you want to try out my little vitalizer in your own case, and will write to me saying so, I will reply to your letter and guarantee to make an easy proposition which should enable you to have one of the vitalizers at once. At all events, you need the knowledge that my little book contains, whether you ever get a vitalizer or not, so please call or fill in and send the coupon. NOTE — With special attachments my VITALIZER is used by women as well as men for rheumatism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder disorders, nervousness and general ill health. Free Self-Help Book for Men I publish a little Illustrated pocket compendium in booklet form, as mentioned above, which is meant to guide both single and married men along the road of Vigorous Health and Moral Rectitude, so they may be as vigorous and strong as the best, and may live to a ripe, healthy old age. There is a lot in this little compendium which every young or elderly man should know and can refer to from time to time with great profit to hi»own physical health. The booklet in one part fully describes my new VITALIZER, the great drugless self-treatment, ff it is not convenient or if you are too far away to call, please write for this booklet today. It will come to you in plain, sealed envelope by return mail. Please use coupon. Office hours, 9 to 6; Sundays. 10 to 1.

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when addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher ABetter XS PosilionForYDU V— >■— ^ *■*— '*>— rm m jrw-g Y— y* — i m r»wMMk J m^.i to brrtw (Mint UxMr This New EDISON Shipped FREE! Read This Great Offer Auditor, small road, J2100; Statistician, J1800; Audi- | I tor * Chief Clerk, $1,500; Traveling Freight Agent, $1200; Traveling Auditor, $1300 ; Matter Mechanic, I180U ; As* t Traveling Auditor, $1080; 6 Station Accountant*, $yu)— J13J0; 8 Train Dispatchers, 11740; Superintendent’s l Ch^ef Clerk, $1380; General Agent, $1500; Timekeeper, I $360. Hundred* of vacancies now for Station Agents, | I Telegraphers. Cashiers, Freight and Ticket Clerks, || Auditing Clerks, Stenographers, Accountants, Drafts- men, Civil, Electrical aod Mechanical Engineers. An eight years' success in placing railroad men warrants you writing TODAY for list of openings and terms. Any locality— any climate. Do it NOW. — — .WORKERS UNION, UNDERSTAND BROTHER UNIONIST That the best made shoes — the shoes made under the best man- ufacturing conditions — the shoes that best stand wear — bear the Union Stamp, as shown herewith Ask your dealer for Union Stamp shoes, and if he cannot supply you write Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union 246 Sommer Street • Boston, Mass. Shipped FREE! The latest and greatest offer on the Genuine Edison. This offer is for every one who has not yet heard the Edison in his own home— for you to hear concerts and enter- tainments by the world-famous musicians— just such entertain- ments aa the metropolitan theaters are producing. The Edison Offer We will send you your choice of Mr. Edison’s new outfits for an absolutely Free Loan. Each outfit is complete with records that you select yourself. Ready to talk, play and sing the minute you get it. Why We Want to Lend You This Phonograph Wc know there are thousands of people who have never heard the Genuine Edison Phonograph. Now, there’s only one wav to convince people that the Edison is superior, and that is to let them actually see and hear this remarkable instrument for themselves. That is w hy we are making this offer. The only t v.,y to ma te you net unity realise these things for yourself ts to loon you a Genuine Edison Phonograph free and let you try it. All XT 1 All we ftsk y°u to do All You Need Do hear this wonderful New Edison. We feel absolutely certain that out of the number of your friends who will hear your machine there will be nt least one and probably more who will want an Edison of his own. And if thereisn't (and this sometimes happens) we won’t blame you in the least. You won’t be asked to act as our agent or even assist in the sale of a single instrument. IfYou Want to Keep the Phonograph you wish to I phonograph your own. you may do so. Either remit us the price in full, or if you prefer, we will allow you to pay for it on the easiest kind 01 payments. Our Easy Payment Plan I is atwolutely no lease or mortgage of any kind, no guarantee from I a third paity. no going before a notary, no publicity of any kind, I and the payments are so very small, and our terms so liberal you I never notice the payments. I f? T7* Just sign this coupon now ■■■■■■■■■• P FjFj and mail it to us. We will sendyouourEdisonPhono- JF F. K. BABSON, graph Catalog, the very latest list of re- f ir. t u„ cords (1500 of them) and our Free Trial JF o k* b * Certificate entitling you to this grand of- Babwo Bros, fer. Sign this coupon or send postal or JF Edison rnooogrsph Distn. letter. No obligations. Get catalog f 2581 Edison Bik. Qucago Fir n 1 ir* n 0 ms 4? Please send me, without .K.Dab.S0n,VlCerreS.& Mgr. / any obligation, your New BABSON BROTHERS / Edison Phonograph Distributers JF F™* Trial Certificate entitling r > me to your grand offer, ail free. T? 17 Just sifrn this coupon m I\ and mail it to us. We wil BABSON BROTHERS Edison Phonograph Distributers ## Dept 2581 . Edison Block, Chicago Western Office; 65 Post £ vt Knn Frnnr-i«- JT Nan>«- Western Office; 65 Post £ vj Street. San Francis- # co, California. Can- f adian Office: 655 JF Portage Ave , f Address. Winnipeg, Digitized by

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GET YOU A New Lapel Button Watch Chan Emblem Buttons Solid Gold Front $1.00 M** Ladies* Watch Charms Rolled Gold Plate Fine Rolled Gold Front Charms 50 Cents nsi $2.00 ma Rolled Gold Front Plate 50 Cents eacb The Official Emblem of the O. R. T. is a Sounder surrounded by a wreath. They are now made up in the latest style with enameled face and screw back, both in solid gold and rolled plate. It is the neatest thing of the kind ever produced. L. W. QUICK GRAND SECRETARY AND TREASURES ST. LOUIS. MO. Digitized by v^ooQle

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uart ■ AUTO- MOBILE 'a month When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Be first to enter this new big paying business in your town. Open your pockets. Let the dollars pour in. k Act quick. Every auto sold B means more tires to mend. Auto- m mobile business is growing fast— enormous field for tire repairing. V Puncturesand blowouts are com- m mon. Tires need retreading and W vulcanizing. Some th in g going f wrong all the time. Thousands r force ber 1911. writes he has cleared over $3000.00. That’s going some ! Operate a plant as side line in connection with auto business— garage or as an independent business. Find neighborhood where there’s a bunch of autos— get all the steady business besides transient work. Experience un- necessary. You learn quick. Simply follow direc- tions—practice a few days on a couple of old tires ‘and you’ll be ready to coin money. Business This Man Is Making Money This X Hunch 1 V of Tires 1 \ Will \ Make n Several M Dollars H 1'roflti ButdneM Keep* Coming ml 1 ^m I Your. [ Jew J^yjherc / \ 4. ' ' ^ ^ pair father’s tires— get money he pays garage Get the neighbors work. Make money to attend c< or to start a garage and repair business. Auto owi repair your own tires — save money— pay for your outfit in short time. We have outfits for home use. how investigate. Bend today for catalogue. See the wonderful possibilities in this marvelous field. | 1 of the enormous money making opportunities in this fascinating new bu«ingM^;zec| ^ VjOOQh HAYWOOD TIRE & EQUIPMENT CO. 540 Capitol Avc., Indianapolis, m Umm

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When' addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. SHIPPERS In th. United State* . Pr*cticl- 7Zp«°ri3;S iSSJlL-Sr fcwTSB « fiSSSdiw^fa?^ end efficient trmf- Study Traffic and Interstate Commerce rmTZfmk I™;0* ' t) i b*com $ I *4.® Flash Like Genuine 11 IIEEIIITF ?\ STYLE NEW JOBS NOW OPEN Sam from $35 to $100 WeeUy as a TRAFFIC MANAGER Modern transportation ,fl a jungle of routes and rates calling for specialists who, like tlie pathfinders of old, have expert know!- edffe of the trail* ot traffic. How to route shipments to obtain ahortaet mileage and qulckeat deliveries nnd how to classify goods to obtain lowest rates are two vital factors in business competition. The man who knows how is so valuable to hia em- ployer that bo commands respect and big remuneration. Big Salaries Paid to Traffic Managers Expert truffle managers command from 12,600 to $26,000 a year Why not prepare yourself to fill one of these lucrativepoeUions? New and Uncrowded Profession flt MO the cost — IN SOLID 60L0 RINGI Stand acid teat and expert examination. We guarantee them. See them first — they pay. Special Offer — 14k Tiffany ring 1 cfc #5.98. Oent’s ring 1 ct. $8.98. 14k 8tud 1 ot. $4.88. Sent C. O. D. for Inspection, Catalog FREE, shows full line. Patentrbifl g»4ige Included, 10c. Baroda Co., Dept, 71 Leland and Dover St.. Chicago. THE ACME LEAD PENCIL ADDER Thousands pay hundreds of dollars for an adding machine to Insure accuracy and save brain labor. This read y-on- the- pencil adder will do both. Demonstrator sample 25o. SOSPMCmr ADDING MACHINE CO. P. b. Box 800 Burliagton, lows THIS MAN is one of thousands who have secured good positions as Traveling Salesmen through our Free Employment Bureau and earn from $1,000 to $5,000 a year. There are hundreds of such positions now open. No experience needed to get one of them. We will teach you to be an expert Salesman by mail in eight l weeks, and secure you a good position where you can earn good wages while you are learning Practical Salesman- ship. Write today for full particulars, list of good openings and testimonials from more than a thousand men we have recently placed in good positions. Address (nearest office.) Dept. 1M Jfi m | Write Address on tbe Margin Plainly National Salesmen’s Training Association Qiicjgo.NewYorMtimi City .San Frannsco.NewOrluns.Toroot#

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 41 Buy your Diamond $ Direct from the Importer at STOP A MINUTE READ — Here’# a valuable “tip" to the diamond buyer. AIwi buy DIAMONDS by the carat. Why do oil jew* elers buy diamonds by the carat and yet nearly all refuse^ to sail on the same honest basis? Simply because they do ♦ not want you to know the tremendous price per carat # they are really asking. L. Basch A Co. are practi- ♦ cally alone in giving and guaranteeing In writing # . \ the carat weight and price per carat of every ♦ \ diamond. The Beach plan also enables you to # \ send for any diamond on approval for your | inspection at our expense. Sand no da- # posit or references. / ! Our Legal Guarantee is a written ♦ / / contract to buy back any diamond we * / / ! sell at any time for cash. It has giv-#* en us the confidence, friendship and # . r patronage of thousands of diamond^* /' / * investors in every state. Full par- # / tieulars in the Basch Diamond Book (FREE). S ^ ^ Mail Coupon or write today. * Dept. Y332, S State St., Chicago rWl * Co D^t. 8. st*u 8t. The new complete Basch Diamond Book contains in- formation that euables the diamond investor to pur- A chs&e intelligently and with m perfect safe. y. Illustrated Mi In colors. Gives full par- m3 tieulars of the Basch Plan ; f| tells how we ship any Lff diamond on approval at ■■ our expense. without de- II posit or references. De- IV scribes the Basch contract VI to buy back every dia- V mond for cask. Sant from y on receipt of your name. You can M now buy Genuine \ Br Perfect Cut Diamond* \ W direct from the Importer \ ' legally guaranteed, at these \ prices: 1-8 carat, t 8.26 8*8 carat, $31.26 1-4 carat, $17 SO 1-2 carat, $45.00 1 Carat and over , $97,50 per Carat These Importers’ prices are 40 per cent less than in retail i AGENTS AGENTS GENERAL AGENTS ROAD MEN MAKE MONEY HERE START NOW-TODAY SALESMAN MANAGERS YOUNG OR OLD NEW BUSINESS The L. C. Me Lain Orthopedic Sanitarium Digitized by Google

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(Etyp ©rher of 2Utilroaii Qfclpgrapipra PETITION FOR MEMBERSHIP Officers and Members, Division No j-. The Subscriber 1 by occupation a of years experience, bom in - voluntarily offers himself as a candidate for initiation into THE ORDER OF RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS, and agrees, if admitted, that he will cheerfully conform to all the laws, rules, mandates and edicts of the Order. I have not been rejected for membership in the Order within the past year. Fee enclosed, $ Signature of Petitioner Dated at this day of 19 — *My Postoffice address is Employed by ^.Railroad This is to Certify : That we, the subscribers, are personally acquainted with Mr. — and, from a confidence in his integrity and the uprightness of his intention, do cheerfully recommend and propose him as a proper candidate for member- ship in this Order. RECOM MENDERS. Digitized by Google ♦Be careful and fill in your postoffice address.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 43 The First Oven Thermometer Was Used On Kalamazoo Ranges An oven thermometer is as necessary on a range, as a steam gauge P is on your engine boiler. This and other big points of range advantage were Kalamazoo inventions. (lyuCkifc (iet one of these handsome durable ranges in your _ kitchen for a 30-day free trial. yrefifoB Factory Prices fWe »rran*e payments to suit your convenience. ^r° excuse for not having this masterpiece of the n,,n famous stove builders, the Kalamazoo Stove Co., the largest / ^^^^^factory in the world dealing direct. 200.000 satisfied customers. / Read in the Kalamazoo Book their praise of Kalamazoo Stoves, / Kalamazoo selling methods and the low Kalamazoo prices. / I Furnaces IlffllB Write 400 stves j At $25.00 to gii|» Zllhl >oor $75.00 Savins? RKJSE&wa and "tove ; — including complete Installa- Shipped the Day Order is Re- Uon for heating your home- ceived — Freight Prepaid — 30 Keeps every room warm at Days’ Free Trial — 360 Days' low fuel cost. Ask for fur- Approval Test. nace catalogue. We’ll plan ^ m — ^ 1# for your heating system I nen ni* I Free antl Ravo y°u the tin- vFI Vi CUIl ner’s bills. The v.r> latest, most scientific system— clean, healthful, comfortable. KALAMAZOO STOVE CO. Mfrs., KALAMAZOO, MICH. (In «(ot» Catalog too. Writ** y (on, selling and reasons why ^ we can save you money, e we can save you money, e Write a jxwtal or mall f coupon today. S „ , A . c X Kalamazoo A.kfor ' Store Co.. N ,*J.°h ✓ K.lemeioo. Mich. S Plea8C send me catalogs 543 _ indicated below Put cross in square opposite catalog S wanted. Q Stove Cat. 543 y Q Furnace Cat. Q Gas Stove Cat. / Street and No. i A Kaianvazoe Registered Direct to You” ST um n ujiuj Z’ Town Subscribe for . . . THE . . . Railroad Telegrapher Subscription , $1.00 PER YEAR

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44 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. FOR YOUR 1913 DIVISION CARD Ynil’ll want one °* theae hand- I UU II gome combination card y cases. They have a transparent pocket, lust the right size, and are embossed in gold on the outside with the initials O.R.T. Made on our own patented machines — hence excep- tionally low-priced. No. 4 (like cut) — Made of Genuine Englloh Calf Leather, black; has a transparent pocket, memorandum book, card pocket and a secret b 1 1 fold. Price fl.45 No. 20 — Made of Genuine French Arlole Leather, black ; has a transpar- ent pocket, three card pockets and a seertt bill fold. Price »0c No. 2»>B — Made same as No. 20. A trifle shopworn. (Limited number.) Price 70e B> j from maker and (are merchant’* profit. Don't dtlar— tend for one at once. REDINS MFG. CO. Q04B Hnpcrlor 8t., Cleveland. Ohio THE Railroad Telegrapher BIG 300 Page Catalog ELECTRICAL, TELEGRAPH AND WIRELESS SUPPLIES Maned for 6c, stamps or coin, which you may d^uct from first order of_ SI .00T S A VE _ MONEY on NG ?lcgraph Instruments: pages Motors anu wjTtamos. *v» pages Mlrroscopes; 125 pages General Electrical Supplies. THE J. J. DUCK CO., 438-440 St. Clair St.. TOLEDO. 0. BOOKKEEPER During spare moments and inr Catalogue, et. PHILADELPHIA, PL Can you spare 60 days working for me at $5 a day Would you like a steady job Beilins my goods, starting right away, earning 130 a week, with a chance to bo pro- moted to a position paying $3,000 yearly. No experience fs required. My agents have steady employment the year round. I am ready to give you a position right now where you can make big money quick. Just write men letter or postal today sure and say: “llfatl oartieulara about tha position you offer” and mark tne address Personal for E. M. DAVIS, President E. M. DAVIS CO., 709 Davis Block, Chicago IB PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE ORDER 07 RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER8 Its offioes are located on the seventh floor of the Star Building, comer Twelfth ^ and Olive streets, St. Louis, Mo. Slipon Raincoat FREE To learn how to get a new style “Slipon” Raincoat free, guaranteed storm end rein- proof, without a penny of cost (we prepay express); to learn what fine tailoring really Jo, styles that everybody goes wild about; to I get all your own clothes always free; to make fc.OO a day easy In Just a little of your spare time -get our groat now offer. Lonrt pay even $1.60 for a raincoat, not oven $7.00 for a suit, don’t buy even a pair of pants until you get our offer. Just write us a postal or letter and say ‘Send me your new ioffer” and you will get a beautiful outfit of samples ana prices and an offer so wonderful ~ you can hardly believe it. Write now. BANNER TAILORING CO.. Dept. 084, CHICAGO learn w a t c h ^ | Jhfc a watemnaker— you can learn this profitable trade by REPAIRING PC a wucuiuHCi-.uu u«u this profitable trade by correspondence in a few weoki In your own home by the DeSelmt Chart System. After you complete the sour as you will know a watch from A to Z. You will know Just what the matter la and howto repair one. When you graduate you will be a practical watchmaker and repairer, and competent to fill any portion, positions for our graduates. A«k for our Pise Book. It explains our system and Isrms. THE lie»ELM8WATCn SCHOOL 10 Perry St. Attica, Indiana THE YETMAN Improved Transmitting Typewriter | Also Key-Board Transmitter without type- writing features. Repairs and parts for older makes of machines. Bend for catalogue. JAMES UNCLES, North Atfams, MiisachmetU Agents $50 week Join the originators. Avoid imitators. Make more money selling the everlasting guar- anteed all Steel Mantle Light Burner. Best made. Indestructible. Nothing to adjust. Produces gas- Not merely a flame spreader, but actually triples quality and strength of light. Everybody de lighted. AGENTS— If you want bigger profits, quicker sales, more ref tat orders connect with us. Handsome demonstrating sample complete with wick. 25c. posrpd. Details free. Write. The Steel Mantle Light Co., 316, Huron St., Toledo, Ohio SENDING MACHINES! ». R. T. Operators— Get posted on sending machines before you buy. If you want to save yourself money and improve the quality of your Morse, don't delay but write today for valuable free booklet to the MECOGRAPH CO. 319 Blsckatone Build inf, Cleveland, Ohio Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Startling Watch Offer! ■V* SPECIAL TO O. R. T. MEMBERS READ! A Watch Offer Without Parallel 2HT* Write for our FREE book on watches; a book that posts you on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to You on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies* or gentlemen’s), or if you ever expect to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book. See coupon below. We WON’T “knuckle down” to telling systems among dealers, so we have decided to make such a tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop us. YOU TOO will seize this opportunity to get the “Burlington Special” direct on this wonderful offer. You should not buy a worthless watch just because it is cheap. Nor need you pay exorbitant prices now for a top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explains. d*Q CA a Month at the v/ Rock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world's most superb time piece 1 The easiest payments at the rock-bottom price — the Rock-Bottom price. To assure us that everybody Will quickly accept this introductory direct offer ; we allots cash or easy payments , just as you prefer. Nfyi We ship the watch on approval, prepaid (your choice of 1 vl# IviUllvy 1/UWIl lady’s or gentleman’s open face or hunting case). You risk absolutely nothing — you pay nothing — not one cent — unless you want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too that you DO want an independent watch— made in the independent factory that is giving better quality and superior workmanship throughout; we will quickly convince you that the Burlington watch, on which there is only one rock-bottom price (the same rock-bottom price everywhere) is THE watch for the discriminating buyer; that it is THE watch for the man or woman who wants, not the largest selling brand which everybody has, but the best watch, the watch bought by experts, THE watch that is abso- lutely perfect in its many points of superiority— the Burlington Watch. You will be posted on Inside faets and prices when you send for the Burlington Company*s free book on watches. BURLINGTON WATCH CO. lepL 2511 18tk twi Manfcall Mvl, Ckicap. III. NOW WRITE for the free book. It will tell you what you ought to know before you even examine a watch. It will tell you the inside facts about ^ watch prices, and will explain the many superior _ points of the Bur- iv points of the Bur- lington over the double priced products. Just send your y name and address today. * NO LETTER IS BURLINGTON WATCH CO. 2581 19th ass ILLINOIS NECESSARY— COUPON WILL DO < ,0* * Pleas© send me (without obligations and prepaid) tV your tree book on watches • and copy of your 81.000 chal- lenge, with full explanations of your cash or 82.50 a month offer on the Burlington Watch, ✓ Name. Address. Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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■ PIANOS f The tone, touch and magnificent wearing qualities of the VOSE Piano are explained by the exclusive patented features, the high- grade material and superb workmanship that enter into their construction. The VOSE is an ideal Piano for the home. Over 70,000 sold. Delivered in the United States free of charge. Satisfaction guaranteed. Liberal allowance for old pianos and time payments accepted. FREK — If you ar* Interfiled In piano*, let ua send you our beauti- fully illustrated catalog, that glree full Information. YOSK k SONS FIANO CO„ 101 Boylntoa SL, Ho. ton. lut. ILLIINOISSPRIINOFIELD WATCHES Write for a Lincoln Medal and a descriptive folder of these watches. ILLINOIS WATCH COMPANY SPRINGFIELD Do you realize “Awful Smart” Your Shaving Soap Did It 5?^ The free caustic found its / UMTS' way into the pores of your Jj/il Wr skin and that terrible >r smarting and drawing sensation resulted. MENNEN’S SHAVING CREAM which contains no free caustic, and B enjoy a cool , comfortable shave. Mennen’s Shaving Cream makes a lather which requires no “ rubbing in ” with the fingers to soften the beard. You lather and then you shave. Saves time , and does away with tender faces. For sale everywhere 25c Sample Tube Free ^ a . GERHARD MENNEN CO. Newark, N. J. ^ j MAKERS OF THE CELEBRATED MEN.NEN'S TOILET POWDER that Uncle Sam, through the Post Office Department, brings the oldest and one of the largest and strongest banks in Chicago right to your door? You can open an account with one dollar or more in The Hibernian Bank, no matter where you live, as conveniently as if you lived in Chicago. Write for our free booklet '“Banking By Mail,** THE HIBERNIAN BANK Henry B. Clarke, V.-P. & Mgr. the Savings Dep't. Clark d Monroe Sts. - CHICAGO.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ARRESTED by “Officer Printype”! Officer Printype has arrested all typewriter types that for years have been violating the Optical Laws and injuring the public’s eyesight. Printype says there’ll be no letup until dangerous, lawless types have been per- manently put out of business. Printype stands for progress. His mission is to protect eyesight and make business “step lively.” His “beat” extends throughout the whole realm of modern business, and he is on duty every minute of every working day. He responds to every summons on the run. Write, wire, telephone or whistle for Printype. Printype — *- OLIVER Typewriter Printype is owned and controlled exclusively by the The Oliver Typewriter Company The invention of Printype marks another great advance in the development of the type- writer. Again, as with the introduction of visible writing, The Oliver Typewriter shows the way. It demonstrates the practicability of em- ploying, on the typewriter, the shaded letters and numerals in which all books are printed. The new type conforms to the well-known Law of Optics which has governed the world’s type designers from antiquity to now — the proper shading of letters and characters which the eye can grasp at a glance. Thus Printype. the newest thing and the best thing offered to typewriter users in a decade, is based on a scientific law as old as the art of printing. The Urgent Need The first typewriter type face was designed in “outline” letters. Since then all typewriter type has hcen in “outline” letters, in direct violation of optical laws, hence injurious to eyesight. And countless eyes have paid, in defective vision, for the short-sightedness of manufacturers. We were first to recognize the need for im- provement in typewriter type. Immediate action followed. We put the problem up to our type designers. We spent two years’ time and many thousands of dollars in ex- perimental work. And out of this quest for the perfect type, at last came the answer — Printype! The Response We began selling Printype Oliver Type- writers without any public anouncement. We let the public discover Printype. Its success was immediate and overwhelm- ing. The only advertising of Printype, for months, was the praise of those who were captivated by its perfections. Today practically our entire output of ma- chines are “Printypers.” Price, $100 — Terms, 17c a Day The price of the Printype Oliver Typewriter, complete with all the special improvements, is $100. No extra charge for Printype. You can own this masterpiece model with matchless type, on the Easy Purchase Plan. Pay $5 and get the machine — then 17 cents a day. A Letter from “Printype” Lot Printype tell you, in a personal letter, all about himself. It’s an interesting story and every word is true. Catalog and detailed informa- tion in regard to the Easy Purchase Plan, with specimen letter in Prin- type, free on request. The Oliver Typewriter Co., 965 Oliver Typewriter Bldg., Chicago If you or anyone In whom you are interested contemplate attending a Busi- ness College, write us first, and we will, without charge, supply you with some worv valimltln In Digitized by Google

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When nddrcssing our advertisers please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Universally Recognized “There's a Reason'* Extensive use of BUDA MOTOR VELOCI PEDES by practically all railroads proves real merit. It is a thoroughly demonstrated fact that the use of motor velocipedes for all railroad service results in economy, but maximum economy depends on the quality of the car. Quality means continued service at minimum maintenance expense. It is our fixed policy to put quality first regardless of manufacturing cost. Every piece of material, even to the smallest, used in BUDA MOTOR VELOCIPEDES must stand a rigid inspection and test before being assembled in the car, and every part is manufactured under the personal supervision of our mechanical experts. With this method of construction the car will naturally stand the wear and tear of every day service. This fact merits your consideration. We are large manufacturers of gasoline engines for motive power purposes, not only for railroad motor cars, but for automobiles, and with our manufacturing engineers, especially skilled in this line, and complete shop facilities, we offer you a car equipped with an engine that incorporates all of the reliable and advanced features of gas engine construction. We build seven different models of motor velocipedes. Our EASY PAYMENT PLAN enables you to buy a BUDA and have the use of it while paying for same. Write us for Catalog FT. -157 and complete buying plan. THE BUDA COMPANY Works: HARVEY. ILL (Chicago Suburb.) CHICAGO, ILL Digitized by '4k

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48 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Book of 388 pages— and y save big / money. / - actual big T photographs \ and color illus- \ trations of all 1 Ho m e Fur - / pishing neces- cities. 70 00 high quality bargains offered on long-time , easiest paym't credit. — This Book Tells r ffrr About 7000 Bargains ■ flLL Get your luxuries and comforts of home and at the same time cut down the c tion. before he adds his profit for you to pay extra. So why not Investigator It costs you only a penny wriivjw.iNow.. The most astounding Dining Table Bargain of Modern time*. Just an cx impls of the Grand values wo offer in our big free catalogue. Made of seasoned hard* ood- finished Amer- ican quartered oak, beautifully polished. Tee rneasur -s 40 inches in diameter and is supplied with extra lenvea so aa to extend out to aix feet in length. The massive pedestal is :&£h^Ss .dc: $io.ss Terms: $1.00 cash. 75c monthly. HARTMAN FURNITURE & CARPET CO. 3916 Wentworth Ave.v Chicago Largest, oldest and best known home furnishing concern in the world. Established 1855 — 58 Years of Success — 22 Great City Stores — 1,000,000 Families as Regular Customers — Write Us At Once. J 4 ‘Like visiting biggest stores oo earth”

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'* FE B 25 1 9 7 o Vs'$S«|r?rT, THE RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER Published Monthly by the Order op Railroad Telegraphers L. W. QUICK Editor and Manager. Subscription Prick Entered as Second-Class Matter ► December 20. 1912, at the Post Office at St. Louis. Mo.. Under the Act of August 24. 1912. $1.00 Per Year. Vol. XXX FEBRUARY, 1913 No. 2 A PITFALL. WHAT appears to be an attempt to strike a blow at labor organizations, through their various benefit de- partments, has just come to light. The National Convention of Insurance Commis- sioners at its meeting at Mobile, Ala., in 1910, adopted a proposed “uniform bill for the regulation and control of all fraternal benefit societies, ’ ’ and this bill it is now claimed has been passed by the legislatures of thirteen States and is being actively urged in other States. The bill appears innocent, its pur- pose apparently being to bring under the con- trol of the insurance department of the State the orders and societies having an insurance feature, but it contains a “joker” which, when properly dissected, shows its vicious- ness. After defining the various kinds of societies and providing for their control and supervi- sion, certain kinds of associations are ex- empted from the operation of the bill, and under these exemptions come labor unions, but therein also appears the “joker” which reads : “NO SOCIETY WHICH IS EXEMPT BY THE PROVISIONS OF THIS SEC- TION FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ACT, SHALL GIVE OR ALLOW, OR PROMISE TO GIVE OR ALLOW, TO ANY PERSON ANY COMPENSATION FOR PROCURING NEW MEMBERS.” Another section makes the violation of this provision a crime, and in some States it has been made a felony. The object apparently designed to be ac- complished by the little “joker” is to make it impossible for labor unions to have paid organizers. All members of the Order should carefully scrutinize legislation pending in their respec- tive States and strenuously oppose anything of this character. Digitized by Google

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168 The Railroad Telegrapher. IMPEACHED. THE impeachment of Judge Arch bald, of the Circuit Court of the United States, by the United States Senate, on charges preferred by the House of Repre- sentatives, is the third case of this character to occur in the history of the United States Senate. The charges against him were in substance that he wrongfully used his high position in the furtherance of his personal gain and to the detriment of parties to pro- ceedings before his court. The Senate, sitting~as an impeachment tribunal, found Judge Archbald guilty on a number of counts in the charges filed against him, and the fol- lowing sentence was imposed by that body: 4 ‘The Senate therefore do order and decree, and it is hereby adjudged that the respondent, Robert W. Archbald, Circuit Judge of the United States from the Third Judicial Circuit, and designated to serve in the Com- merce Court, be, and he hereby is removed from office, and that he be, and is hereby forever disqualified to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States. “ The two previous cases of impeachment of * United States Judges by the United States Senate were that of Judge Pickering, Judge of the United States District Court of New Hampshire, who was impeached on March 12, 1804, and Judge West H. Humphries, of the United States District Court for Ten- nessee, who was impeached June 26, 1862. CENSURES THE COURTS. GOVERNOR MARSHALL, of Indiana, who is also vice-president elect of the United States, in his final message to the General Assembly of Indiana, made it plain that he is not a believer in the doctrine that the courts never err. Among other tbings, the Governor said: “Representative government does not mean that present-day conditions can not be remedied. Upon the contrary, progressive legislation may be enacted with no distur- bance to the checks and balances of our system of government. The last general assembly, recognizing our unfortunate con- dition with reference to the amendment of the State constitution, ordered presented for adoption or rejection by the people at the election in 1912 a new constitution. An action was brought to enjoin and restrain the Governor and the other members of the State board of election commissioners and the Secretary of State .from putting the question of adoption or rejection upon the ballot. The litigation resulted in a permanent injunction by the Indiana Supreme Court upon a divided opinion, three members of the court being in favor of the injunction and two against. With the utmost respect for the majority of the Supreme Court, I felt that it had usurped the functions, of the legislative and executive branches of government. That the sheriff of the Court would have a lather interesting time in getting possession of my body and punishing me for contempt, and that such decisions gave greater impetus to the recall of judges and decisions than all the opinions of mere laymen touching the usurpa- tions of the courts. Yet I realized I might be wrong, though believing that it was making of the Supreme Court the only branch of government which we had. Still I felt that while there was a possibility of a judicial review, I should not set myself up as a judge and resist by force of arms what to me was an encroachment of the judiciary upon my constitutional rights. I was wholly unwilling to permit my personal views to result in anarchy. In accordance with these views, I have sued out a. writ of error to the Supreme Court of the United States, with confidence that that court will assume juris- diction and decide the questions involved, and with confidence that it will not dismiss the case and tell me that if I thought I was right I should have totally disregarded the decision of the Supreme Court, defied its authority, thrown its sheriff out of my window, called out the militia to defend my position, and submitted the question to the people regard- less of the court. * * THE PARCEL POST. THE Third Assistant Postmaster Gen- eral has issued a supplementary interpretation on the parcel post law, making it more clear as to what matter is entitled to be sent as parcel post. His interpretation reads: “Printed matter re- lating to an article of merchandise which it accompanies, is regarded as descriptive of the article within the meaning of Section 483, P. L. & R., and therefore is a permissible Digitized by GoogL

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 169 inclosure with such article when mailed as fourth-class matter. Printing on an article of merchandise, or on its wrapper, or on a label pasted to it in such form as to form an integral part of it, does not affect the classi- fication of the article as mail matter of the fourth class. Catalogs in which two or more order forms are bound, as well as catalogs or other printed matter having samples of merchan- dise permanently attached to them, may be accepted for mailing at the fourth-class rates of postage. ' Order forms, address tags, report forms, letter and bill heads, insurance and legal forms, cards and other similar supplies, regardless of the amount of printing on them; blank check books, receipt books and other books of forms, partially in print, may be mailed as fourth-class matter. Directions for taking medicine written on a label attached to a bottle or package con- taining the medicine or inclosed with it, are permissible and do not affect the classifica- tion of the parcel. EIGHT HOURS. THAT all crafts are gradually but surely coming ro the eight-hour work day, is apparent to all thinking men. Many crafts have already established the eight-hour day and various moves in that direction are occurring in different sections of the country with great frequency. Even the national legislators have taken the matter up and a bill is now pending before the labor committee of the House of Representatives proposing an eight-hour day and six days a week for all women workers in the District of Columbia, and hearings were recently held on that bill. This bill is similar to the one introduced in the United States Senate by Senator LaFollette some time ago. President Gompers and Secretary Morrison, of the American Federation of Labor, appeared before the Labor Committee in advocacy of this bill. A number of others interested in uplift work also appeared, and a worker in a local laundry recited before the committee the conditions existing in the laundry trade. Mrs. Grace Coulon, a former worker in a laundry, attired in modest apparel and showing the penury to which she had been subjected, made this statement before the committee: “I am twenty-six years old. I went"to work in a laundry here in Washing- ton when I was thirteen. I am now a widow and have a baby and a mother to support. I got $1.50 a week when I began work and $7.50 a week when I quit work a short time ago. The girls in the laundry work from 7 :30 o'clock in the mof ning until 6 o’clock at night, and when there is a breakdown or a rush they stay until 10 o'clock. My nerves got unstrung from the whirr of the machinery which I had listened to all my life, and I had to quit two wee,s ago.” Following this statement by Mrs. Coulon, President Gom- pers took occasion to say that “the statement of this woman graphically shows the necessity for the passage of this bill. It is unanimously indorsed by our Executive Council. There has been a great struggle of workers to break through the crust of bigotry and greed and let the world know what is implied in the movement for the reduction of the hours of labor.” President Gompers further said: “The parliamentary situation in the House might prevent the passage of the bill at this session, but a favorable report from the Labor Committee would have a moral effect and would mean prompt consideration in the new Congress.” NEW YORK LAW LEGAL. JUSTICE BLACKMAR, of the Supreme Court of Brooklyn, N. Y., has handed down a decision declaring that the fifty- four-hour law, applicable to concerns employ- ing women and children, is constitutional The decision deals a hard blow to the owners of canning industries, who, in the busy season, force women and children to work eighteen hours a day. It also likewise hits many other industries where this law has been violated in the frenzy for profits. Justice Blackmar said: “The development of the industrial life of the nation, the pressure of women and children entering the industrial field in compe- tition with men, physically better qualified for the struggle, has compelled them to submit to conditions and terms of service which, it can not be presumed, they would freely choose. The liberty to contract to sell their labor may be but another name for involuntary service created by existing industrial conditions. A law which restrains the liberty to contract may tend to emancipate them by enabling them to act as they choose, and not as competi- tive conditions compel. All these considera- Digitized by Google

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170 The Railroad Telegrapher. tions are for the legislature alone. It is only where the statute controls conduct in matters plainly and obviously indifferent to the welfare of the public, or any portion thereof, that the court can pronounce the act violative of civil liberties. Certainly this is not such a case. Laws which may be meddlesome interferences with the liberty of highly organized society, become essential to public welfare, or even to the continuance of civil liberties themselves.” ONE-CENT POSTAGE. ONE-CENT postage promises to be the next live issue affecting the post office department at Washington, according to Senator Theodore E. Burton, of Ohio, who is leading the campaign to secure a lower letter rate. A new one-cent letter postage bill has been introduced by Senator Burton in the Senate and Rep. John W. Weeks in the House, and active steps are being taken to promote its passage. The bill provides for a one-cent rate by July 1st of this year. “Without doubt the time has arrived when the people of the United States are entitled to one-cent letter postage,” declares Senator Burton. “The present two-cent rate has been in existence since 1883, and no important changes have been made since that date, despite the fact that the population of the country has increased immensely, and there has been an astonishing increase in the amount of letter communication between our people. “The most important reason why citizens of the United States are entitled to one-cent letter postage is the fact that although we are charged two cents each for carriage of letters, it actually costs only about a cent apiece for the government to handle them. This results in the accumulation of a surplus of over $62,000,000 each year on first-class letter mail. “The post office department was never intended to be other than self-supporting. The government is entitled to sufficient compensation for the actual cost involved in carrying first-class postage, but any rate which rolls up so enormpus a surplus is nothing less than a tax upon the users of postage stamps throughout this great country. “In 1843 the rate of postage on a letter weighing one-half ounce or a fraction thereof, carried from the city of New York to Buffalo, a distance of le£s«than 500 miles, was twenty- five cents. On October 1, 1883, the two- cent rate became operative on letters weigh- ing half an ounce or a fraction thereof. This rate, with slight changes, has existed for thirty years. “In the meantime the correspondence of the country has increased enormously and transportation facilities have improved in proportion. There is no question but that the government can carry letters for less than one cent, and make a profit. “For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1912, the total government receipts from first-class mail were about $172,500,000, of which amount about $70,000,000 is estimated to have been clear profit to the department, thus demonstrating that the lower rq^-which would vastly stimulate the growth of this class of mail, with a resultant further increase of revenue therefrom, would amply compen- sate the government, particularly as no reduction in postage on postal cards is contem- plated. ‘I have introduced in Congress a bill .providing for the inauguration of one-cent letter rate on July 1, next. This I have done upon the insistent demand of many thousands of people of all classes throughout the entire country. An organization known as the National One-Cent Letter Postage Association, with headquarters at Cleveland, Ohio, has been formed to support the move- ment. “The immense profits made on first-class letters are a direct tax on every person who writes a letter. That this view of the situa- tion is reasonable no one can doubt. In no other department of the government does such a situation exist— the reaping of an abnormal profit from a public service which is supposed to be merely self-supporting. Although all letters pay two cents apiece, only a very small portion weigh the full ounce permitted. They actually average over forty to the pound, and hence pay a rate of about $1 ,680 per ton, which is an unwarranted charge for transpor- tation in these days of easy communication between cities, states and continents. First- class mail supplies only 14 percent of the total tonnage of the mail, yet it pays at the present time 75 per cent of the total revenue. “Charles William Burrows, president, and George T. McIntosh, secret ary- treasurer of the National One-Cent Letter Postage Asso- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 171 ciation, who have made an exhaustive study of postal rates, extending over a period of many years, were among the first to prove that the present rate is extortionate, and that the people of the country are entitled to a one-cent letter rate. “One reason which has been advanced against cheaper letter postage,” concludes Senator Burton, “has been that its inaugura- tion would prevent the establishment of a parcel post system. Now that we are enjoy- ing the advantages of parcel post in active operation this argument loses its validity. It is my firm belief that one-cent letter postage will be the next important postal reform inaugurated by congress.” THE PANAMA CANAL. AS the Panama Canal, the greatest engineering feat in the history of the world, is nearing completion, an article written by Fred A. Colvin, assistant editor of the American Machinist , which was recently published in the New York Journal of Commerce and Commercial Bulletin , in .which is described many of the obstacles which it was necessary to overcome in the construction of that mammoth undertaking, proves very interesting reading, and especially will that part of it in regard to the operation of railroads in connection with that enter- prise be interesting reading to the readers of this journal. The article follows: “More than any other undertaking in the world’s history, perhaps, the Panama Canal is due to the combined development of many elements of civilization. While the French engineers failed to complete the canal, we must remember that no one could have suc- ceeded at that time, and we must give them credit for courage, engineering ability and a creditable achievement. “Without a Col. Gorgas to first eliminate the mosquito and make the Canal Zone not only livable but comfortable and even attrac- tive the canal would never have been built. Without the modern developments of exca- vating machinery and of concrete the great locks at Gatun, Pedro Miguel and Miraflores and the nine-mile cut at Culebra would never have^been ^completed within a reasonable time. Without the repair shops at Cristobal, Gorgona, Empire and Balboa to keep the locomotives, steam shovels and other ma- chinery in operation the rapid progress would have been impossible. And without the selection of proper material to stand the climate, not forgetting the too often over- looked item of belting, the cost in delays and in actual money might be difficult to compute. ‘ ‘ The shops at Cristobal and Balboa handle the repairs for the dredges and other excavat- ing machinery at the Atlantic and Pacific ends of the canal, respectively. This includes the barges which carry the material away to be dumped, some being self-propelled and called by their French name 1 ‘ clappets, * * as well as tugs, launches and any sort of sea- going craft which may be used. “The largest shops are at Gorgona, en- larged from the French shops at this place, and here all the locomotives and cars for the excavation work as well as for the Panama Railroad are repaired. At times this shop has employed 1,800 men. It is difficult to see the necessity for such a large shop until we stop to consider that the Isthmian Canal Commission Railroad, built solely in the Culebra cut and for hauling the dirt (or ’spoil,’ as it is called) away from it, is about the size of the Boston & Albany Railroad. There are over 300 locomotives and 4,000 cars, and most of the locomotives are big ones, weighing over 100 tons each. They are very unlike the usual contractors* locomotives we usually think of in connection with excava- tion work. “At Empire the steam shovels are repaired and the shops employ about 700 men at times. It takes a lot of shop work to keep the dirt flying, but they are kept at work with as little delay as possible by a thoroughly organized plan of action and a corps of inspectors and workmen. “The inspectors visit each shovel as it works away, and not only gets the reports of the shovel engineers, but look it over for weak spots and worn parts. Any needed repairs are reported to Empire by telephone so that repair parts and supplies can be pre- pared in advance. “After the dirt trains have stopped running at 5.00 p. m. the repair train starts out from the Empire shops and makes its rounds to the steam shovels which are in need of its services. This repair train consists of a heavy locomo- tive, a large wrecking crane, a box car, which is a fairly well equipped machine shop, and Digitized by Google

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172 The Railroad Telegrapher. another box car filled with supplies and parts ordinarily used, such as bolts and nuts, packings and similar pieces. “The train takes the small machine shop directly to the shovel to be repaired and in most cases does all that is needed without its leaving its position or losing a minute from the work, an excellent example of real efficiency. Sometimes a whole new arm or boom is swung into place by the wrecking crane and a trip to Empire with its attendant delay is avoided. And these arms or booms weigh several tons and are not easy to handle. But the aim of everything is to keep things moving-, and push the job through to com- pletion. “At Empire, too, is the main air-compres- sing plant of the largest air-compressing system in the world. Three stations — Las Cascadas, Empire and Rio Grande — pump .into about 14 miles of ten-inch pipe line, which carries compressed air to drive the drills for preparing the rock for blasting. “Aside from the strictly repair work to the locomotives and cars the shops at Gorgona can be called the manufacturing shops of the zone. A good sized foundry equipment is provided for making iron, brass and steel castings for all purposes needed in the canal work. And while it is the intention to buy as much material as possible, it has been found necessary to make many repair parts which should have been made in the States on account of the short-sighted policy of some manufacturers in charging exorbitant prices for repair parts. It has repeatedly been found cheaper to make a pattern and a cast- ing and then machine the casting than to pay the price asked and wait for it to be made. “Nearly all the machinery which has gone to the Isthmus has been found to require strengthening to stand up under the severe work of the canal excavation. Crane arms have to be reinforced, car sides strengthened and other machinery parts increased in pro- portion. The old French rails have been largely used for such reinforcing and there seems to be no end to them. They make excellent I-beams for the sides of dump and other cars and are also largely used in rein- forcing concrete structures in many places, even including the edges of curbing for street sidewalks. Bridges of short spans have also been built of these rails and they have been put to more uses than can be mentioned off- hand. Whoever bought them bought with great liberality, to put the matter mildly. “Everything about the whole canal is on a big scale, even though the success of the largest may depend on the proper working out of the smaller details. The locks at Gatun will lift the vessels eighty-five feet from the sea level to that of the lake, which is formed by the huge Gatun dam. The lake will cover 164 square miles and flow the water from the locks at Gatun through the great Culebra cut and to the locks on the Pacific side at Pedro Miguel. The locks will accommodate vessels 1,000 feet long by 110 feet wide and drawing 45 feet of water. But as the average vessel in the tropical trade is under 600 feet long, auxiliary or intermediate gates are provided so that 40 per cent of the water for locking vessels can be saved unless the vessel exceeds 600 feet. “The Gatun. locks are about one and one- third miles long, of solid concrete, and form the largest concrete structure in the world. They are double, to allow the passage of vessels in both directions at the same time if necessary. Electric locomotives ahead, be- hind and on both sides will tow the vessels through the locks, both to save time and to prevent damage to the locks themselves. “The overflow of the Gatum dam will pro- vide electric power for the locomotives and probably for all the uses of power atong the Canal Zone. “The lock gates are steel structures, each leaf weighing about 550 tons. They are about 77 feet high, 67 feet wide and 7 feet thick. There are 92 leaves, for there are 46 pairs of gates. An idea of their bulk may be had by noting that if they ware laid flat, one on top of the other, the pile would be higher than the Singer tower. The riveting prob- lem is also interesting. Counting 300 rivets as a good day's work for a single gang of riveters, it would take them a year to rivet up a single *leaf, or 92 years to complete the lot. “The whole administration of the shop and storehouses is under the army in its various branches. The stores come under the quar* termaster’s department, and the storehouses are splendidly kept in every way. Employes all have a brass check or tag similar to a bag- gage tag bearing their number. This tag is the open^sesame to all commission^ stores. Here the employes can buy anything at cost, • ized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 173 usually much cheaper than the same thing can be secured in New York or any Northern city. “At Cristobal are the main storehouses, the government ice factory, ice cream factory, bakery and laundry. Early every morning the supply train, usually of 21 cars, starts out to supply the smaller storehouses and dis- tributing points along the Isthmus. And there are very few of the necessities and even luxuries which can not be secured from the main stores and sent to you at short notice. “These seem strange when we think of canal digging, but show conclusively that it is the attention to details that brings success no matter how large the enterprise. Men would not stay until the surroundings were healthy and congenial. This meant com- fortable quarters for their wives and children. This in turn necessitated the adoption of a complete school system, including a high school which ranks second to none as a prepa- ratory school for college. It also meant recreation centers and Y. M. C. A. buildings for the men and women’s clubs for the women. All strangely out of place and a seeming extravagance in a tropical climate and for a temporary job, but all absolutely necessary to the successful building of the canal in record time as has been done. “This same thing has been carried out in the details of shop management and the buying of proper materials to work with. We go into large or small machine shops and pay all our attention to the machines and never see the belts that drive them and without which they would be of almost no use. And the belt problem is one of the worst that comes up, especially in shops in tropical countries. “The ideas of heat in the Canal Zone are apt to be exaggerated, as the temperature rarely goes over 93 degrees and sunstrokes are unknown. But heat is not the only factor in these climates. “Imagine sitting down at the table on a damp, rainy day and pressing with your knife on the salt in the salt cellar and see moisture stand in drops on the knife. Salt shakers are out of the question, and envelopes are made without gum to prevent their being acci- dentally sealed when not wanted. This gives you some idea of the dampness in the atmosphere. “It is not so hot as you expect, but you perspire at the slightest provocation and sometimes without any provocation at all. Your clothes may be damp in the morning, almost wet, in fact, unless you put them in the tight wardrobes usually provided. And your boots insist on getting mouldy unless they are wiped dry when put away, and even this_is not a sure preventive. “And then imagine what a belt is up against. It must be dependable day after day. The season may be dry or wet, the atmosphere saturated or dried out by the close proximity to a boiler or other heating apparatus, but the belt must go on doing its duty or the machines can not run and the shovels and locomotives can not be repaired. Then, too, there is oil around the machinery to contend with, all of which makes the con- ditions especially trying. “Ordinarily belting stretches with the moisture, contracts when it dries out a bit, opens at the laps and has to be cut constantly to keep the length so it will pull the machine. Two or three-ply belting is very apt to part company and be of little value as a driver of machinery of any kind. “Here again careful attention to detail saved the day and made steady and continu- ous work possible in the shops. What is known as the Duxbak belting solved the problem and wiped out all the delays due to poor belts which had previously been ex- perienced. Over 18,000 feet of this belting, some of it under the most trying conditions, has given the best results in every case. None of the adverse conditions affected the belting in any way and loss of time from this cause was eliminated in all the shops. “And while belting may seem like a small item in the building of the great canal, it is not difficult to imagine the long delay and the increased expense if the shovels and locomo- tives had been compelled to lie idle day after day while ordinary belting was giving out, making it impossible to run the machines. ’ ’ PANAMA CANAL ACCIDENTS. COMPLETE figures of the death-roll on the Isthmus of Panama during the canal work are not obtainable for the entire period of construction. It is only during the last four years that a record of accidents has been kept at the office of the Digitized by v^ooQle

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174 The Railroad Telegrapher. C anal Commission. This followed the enact- ment by Congress of a law providing compen- sation for employes injured in the line of duty and damages for the heirs of employes killed in the course of work on the canal. The Isthmus was converted into a huge burial ground during the efforts of the French to build the canal, the yellow fever and other epidemic diseases of the tropics carrying thousands to their death. It is now stated that the death rate in the canal zone, exclusive of accidents, compares most favorably with that of the healthiest regions of the United States. During the last four years, with the number of employes ranging from 26,468 to 28,567, there have been accidents which resulted in the death of 395 persons. The lowest rate per thousand employes of acci- dents is recorded for 1910, being 2.7, while the record of 1911 was 4.2 per thousand, and in 1912 the rate again lowered to 3.1 per thou- sand. It is stated that during the last three and a quarter years more than 20,000,000 pounds of dynamite has been exploded, with only eight men killed. Of these three failed to go far enough away to avoid the falling rock, and twfo miscounted the number of shots. AN APPEAL. New York, Jan. 20, 1913. To Organized Labor: Greetings: One hundred and fifty thou- sand men and women in the clothing industry are on strike in Greater New York for union conditions. AH are on the firing line determined to uphold the organization and win. The earnings of these people have been small when employed, and the four weeks’ struggle has absorbed the few pennies that had been laid aside. Organized labor can not afford to permit these fighters to become discouraged and disheartened, hence this appeal is issued to every labor union in the country and to every member, to contribute some -money to the cause so that at least the bare neces> aries of life can be given to our brothers and sisters. This fight means your fight, for you may be attacked by the combination of your employers. The firms are hard pushed, since they are advertising everywhere for cutters and tailors, and offering fancy wages with board, etc. Just some little financial as- sistance now will do wonders. Make all moneys payable to Treasurer M. Brown, No. 190 Bowery, New York City, who will mail receipt. The Advisory Com- mittee of Seven of this body will distribute the fund on an equal basis, so all of the needy will receive immediate benefit. Help, help, and do so at once! * Fraternally, Ernest Bohm, Cor. Sec., v 210 E. 5th St., New York City. P. S. — *At the regular meeting of the Federated Central Body, convened Wednes- day, January 15, 1913, and which is com- posed of the following central bodies — Central Federated Union of Greater New York and vicinity; Essex Trades Council, Newark, N. J.; Union County Central Labor Union, Eliza- beth, N. J.; United Hebrew Trades, State of New York; Central Labor Union, White Plains, N. Y.; United Trades and Labor Council, Paterson, N. J.; Central Labor Union of Hudson County, N .J. — this ap- peal was unanimously endorsed. Attest: E. I. Hannah, Chairman. % Henry F. Hilfers, Vice-Chairman. J. C. Taylor, Rec. Sec. -Treasurer. Ernest Bohm, Cor. Sec. C. H. Cypher, Serg’t-at-Arms. COLORADO TO THE FRONT. COLORADO has again gone to the front in the matter of unionism, as connec- ted with public life. Jas. B. Pearce, a member of the O. R. T., is Secretary of State ; Roady Kennehan, of the Horse Shoers’ Union, fs State Auditor; Mary C.C. Bradford, of the Women’s Trade Union League, is State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Many union men were elected members of the Colorado State Legislature and the labor committees of the Senate and House consist almost exclusively of union labor. In the Senate, the Labor Committee consists of Messrs. Bellesfield and Garman,of the Typo- graphical Union; Metz, of the O. R. C.; Berry and Lynes,of the B.L. E.; Tucker, of the B. R. T., and one lawyer. In the House, the Labor Committee is composed of Messrs. Gilbert and Ardourel, of the United Mine Workers; Leftwich, of the United Brotherhood of Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 175 Carpenters; Turnbfll, of the Western Federa- tion of Miners; Kavanaugh, a union street car conductor; Carri, a sheet iron and metal worker, and Mrs. Lee, wife of a union machin- ist. R. P. Rubin* one of the oldest members of the O. R. T., is chief clerk of the House, and L. A. Tanquary, another old-timer in the O. R. T., is superintendent of the Free Employ- ment Bureau of that State. A minimum wage has been adopted by the city government of Denver of $2.25 for unskilled labor and $4.50 for man and team. The woman's eight-hour law, providing that women shall not be employed in excess of eight hours in mercantile, manufacturing or mechanical establishments, went into effect on January 23d. Some 7500 women and girls in Denver are directly affected by the law. SPOTTERS. THE “spotter" seems to have adopted new tactics. In the past theirfavorite method was to travel over the line and represent themselves as insurance solicitors, or something of that character, and offer as an excuse for staying around the telegraph office that they were “old operators," having gone into other business. This method having become generally known, it was necessary to adopt new tactics, the latest of which seems to be to travel over the line and denounce the organization and its officers, no doubt with the hope of causing dissatisfaction and thereby weaken the efficiency of the Order. One of these human vultures recently traveled over a railway in Texas, representing himself as being a member in good standing and as holding a very small certificate number in the Grand Division. He represented himself as being in quest of employment, but put in most of his time berating the officers of the Order Jn his travels over the line. In this particular instance, the party represented himself as having “formerly lived in St. Louis." He not only is not a member of the Order, but nothing is known of him in St. Louis. The pay of a telegrapher is not sufficient to enable him to travel up and down a line for any considerable length of time interviewing the employes thereon, and when one does so, unless he is an officer of the organization traveling on business of the Order, it is easy to conjecture his motives, and to understand that he is a paid hireling sent out for no good purpose. A prompt invitation to “get off the right-of-way" would about fit cases of this kind. ORIAL NOTES *****&&& Five hundred and fifty-four new members were initiated into the Order during the month of January. The mailing list of The Telegrapher will be revised after this issue, and only members with dues paid to June 30, 1913, will receive future numbers from the regular mailing list. Members continue to send in group photo- graphs containing one or more non-members. No group pictures can be published that contains any but members of the Order in good standing. The so-called loan sharkbill has been passed by both houses of Congress and signed by the President, and has therefore become a law. It provides that pawnbrokers are not to charge in excess of 1 per cent per month, the present rate being much higher, and the bill also limits loans *to $200 to any individual. The contempt cases against President Gompers, Vice-President Mitchell and Secre- tary Morrison, of the American Federation of Labor, which wrere appealed from Justice Wright’s Court to the District Court of Appeals, will come up for hearing on February 25th. Governor Eberhart, of Minnesota, in his inaugural address, discussed the relation which should exist between labor and capital, Digitized by v^ooQle

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176 The Railroad Telegrapher. and emphasized his belief in the right of both to organize. He advocated a fair and equi- table Workmen’s Compensation Act as well as a law to protect women and children. He also declared for the initiative and referendum. The Secretary of the Navy has asked Congress for a deficiency appropriation to cover the increase of ten per cent in wages recommended by a board attached to the Navy Department for the Washington Navy Yards, which will investigate conditions at that navy yard. The increased appropriation is necessary, or the number of employes must be reduced. The attention of all certificate holders in the Mutual Benefit Department is called to Article 15 of the laws governing that depart- ment, which provides in effect that all dues and assessments must be paid on or before February 28th, in order for the member to be in continuous good standing. All members should pay their dues and assessments promptly, not only to remain in good standing but also to protect their beneficiary. land. The measure is based on the declara- tion that the frequency of wrecks and accidents constitute a continual menace to the lives and safety of passengers and em- ployes on railroads. The resolution, if adopted, would empower the committee to inquire into all manneV of methods employed in the operation of railroads. Congressman Hayes, of California, has introduced in the House of Representatives what appears to be a very bad bill, which provides that musicians, actors, artists, lecturers, singers, ministers of any religious denomination, professors of colleges or seminaries, persons belonging to any recog- nized learned profession, or persons employed strictly as personal or domestic servants, should not be prevented by the contract laborer provision of the Act of 1907, regulat- ing the immigration of aliens from coming into this country. In some of the provisions named there is no prohibition. The bill seems to have been drawn with the intent of covering up the real purpose sought to be accomplished. By a decision reached by the Railway and Canal Commission, sitting as a Court of Arbitration, the British Government is to pay the National Telephone Company of the United Kingdom the sum of $62,576,320 for its property. The entire telephone system in the British Isles passed into the hands of the British Government on January 1, 1912, and is now in operation under the direction of the Post Office Department. William Hughes has been elected United States Senator from New Jersey. For a number of years Mr. Hughes was a member of the House of Representatives and a promi- nent member of the labor group in that body, and was the author of the Eight-Hour Bill, which is now a law. Senator Hughes has always been an ardent advocate of measures that were in the interest of labor, and labor now has one staunch representative in the United States Senate. A special committee of nine Congressmen to investigate the causes of railroad wrecks and accidents, and to recommend remedial legislation, is proposed in a resolution intro- duced by Congressman Linthicum, of Mary- In a report issued by the St. Paul (Minn.) Free Employment Bureau, which is main- tained by the State, it is shown that the laboring people of Minnesota are better off than they have been at any time during the last five years, the period in which the bureau has been in existence. More people are working this winter than in the past, and as a consequence fewer are applying for work than for many years. In a comparative statement issued it is shown that during 1910 employment was secured for 8,503 men and women, while in 1912 employment was secured for 14,938. The Court of Appeals of Ohio has handed down a decision confirming the decision of the lower court in the controversy in the electrical workers’ organization Two years ago a few locals of electrical workers, und r the leadership of a party named Reid, seceded from the parent organization and attempted by a court proceeding to get charge of the funds of that organization. The lower court decided in favor of the regular organization headed by President McNulty, which decision the Court^of Appeals has now affirmed. All of the conventions of the American Federation Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 177 of Labor held since the trouble arose have decided in favor of the regular organization, and refused to recognize the Reid faction. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of December, 1912, shows that there were 106,218 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month; that there were 1,225 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 22; insane and epileptic, 11; loathsome or dan- gerous contagious diseases, 202; professional beggars, 1 ; paupers, 1 ; likely to become public charges, 544; mentally or physically defective, 191; contract laborers, 38; accompanying aliens, 31; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 39; assisted aliens, 8; criminals, 33; prostitutes and procurers, 60; without passport, 8; under provisions of Chinese-exclusipn Act, 36. Congressman David J. Lewis, of Maryland, * in a speech in Washington recently, made the following prophetic declaration : “ I n five years there will not be an express company in the United States. The parcel post will drive the express companies out of business, and it will be a good thing for the country, for the rates now charged by the express companies are exorbitant. At present the parcel post can not take any package or articles that weigh more than eleven pounds, but in the future it will be possible to send articles through the mail that weigh one hundred pounds/’ Congressman Lewis said that the parcel post rates were 100 per cent higher than the cost of handling the merchandise that went by parcel post and that the express rates were 200 per cent higher than the cost of handling. He further stated that the ratio between the freight charges and express charges in this country is about 16 to 1, but in nine different countries of Europe the ratio is about 5 to 1. Adyices from Washington state that the prospects for the passage of the Federal Workmen’s Compensation measure are im- proving. A favorable report on the bill has been ordered by the House Committee on Judiciary. The bill has been amended to make it .apply to employes of express compa- nies as well as railroads, and another amend- ment gives State courts concurrent jurisdic- tion with Federal courts. Specific amounts of compensation are prescribed to be paid by railroads and express companies to employes disabled by accident in line of duty. Death benefits to the fanily of any employe are also prescribed. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of November, 1912, shows that there were 130,317 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month; that there were 1,392 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 43; insane and epileptic, 14; loathsome or danger- ous contagious diseases, 229; likely to become public charges, 635; mentally or physically defective, 205; contract laborers, 32; accom- panying aliens, 29; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 48; assisted aliens, 4; criminals, 65; polygamists, 12; prostitutes and procurers, 33; without pass- port, 1; under provision of Chinese-exclusion Act, 42. Digitized by v^ooQle

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PERSONAL MENTION The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: To Bro. and Mrs. G. C. Greiner, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. L. D. Fullington, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. C. Renfrew, of Fair Bluff, N. C., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. A. Armstrong, of Volland, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. M. P. Garland, of Hous- ton, Tex., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. F. Todd, of Washburn, Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. E. Samuel, of Kensett, Ark., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. M. Smith, of Erie, Pa., a boy. To Bro.and Mrs. G. A. Barnard, of El Reno, Okla., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. D. E. Marshall, of Steen, Minn., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. C. Burt, of Lumber- ton, Miss., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. E. Jennings, of Wal- cott, Wyo., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. P. G. Cross, of Wilson, N. H., a girL To Bro. and Mrs. W. H. Collins, of Bruns- wick, Mo., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. E. Kerns, of Medford, Mass., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. O. Schriber, of Tren- ton, Mo., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. H. Hobgood, of Imperial Junction, a girl. * To Bro. and Mrs. C. R. Lemieux, of Sher- brooke, P. Q„ Canada, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. E. Abernathy, of Columbus Junction, Iowa, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. A. Ross man, of Pleasantville, N. J., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. L. Hawkes, of Din- gess, W. Va., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. M. Smith, of Erie, Pa., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. S. Stevens, of De- m&rest, N. J., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Hugh Jones, of Chester, Minn., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. A. J. Lussier, of Plain- view, Neb., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. H. Jones, of Chester, Minn., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. G. H. Turner, of Arkinda, Ark., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. D. B. White, of Bushong, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. P. M. Paul, of Wilburton, Okla., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. M. Sides, of Pratt, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. H. Covnick, of Strasburg, N. D., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. G. Fox, of Stettler, Alta, Canada, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. R. Pardee, of Thono- tossassa, Fla., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. T. T. Cull, of Yuma, Ariz., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. F. Larson, of Grimes, Iowa, a boy. The following marriages have been re- ported since the last issue of The Teleg- rapher: At Tenney, Minn., Bro. Matthew F. Kapi- tan, of Div. 119, to Miss Gertie M. Reinhard. Bro. G. W. Hays, of Div. 130, to Miss Alice Demary. At Stevens Point, Wis., Bro. C. E. Andre, of Div. 54, to Miss Lulu Woods. Bro. C. A. Stevens, of Div. 89, to Miss Catherine Stake. At Omaha, Neb., Bro. M. F. Dean, of Div. 6. to Miss Julia Seifer. At Duxbury, Mass., Bro. L. C. Turner, of Div. 89, to Miss Ethel M. Porter. At Thompson, Neb., Bro. J. H. Pryor and Sister R. M. Swain, both of Div. 126. At Swannanoa, N. C., Bro. R. G. Moss, of Div. 59, to Miss Kate Edwards. At Ridgecrest, N. C., Bro. H. C. Shook, to Miss Glendown. Digitized by LjOOQle

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180 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. W. J. Sines, of Div. 31, to Miss Hazel G. ’Pratt. Bro. W. B. Merrill, of Div. 130, to Miss Geissner. Bro. W. A. Osborn, of Div. 130, to Mrs. Wattles. Bro. F. L. Baxter, of Div. 32, to Miss Alma Harrison. Bro. S. M. Benton, of Div. 4, to Miss Mae Savage. At Iona, N. J., Bro. Norman Morris, of Div. 17, to Miss Grace D. Mathis. The Telegrapher extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. Wm. A. Harris, of Div. 66. Wife of Bro. H. Lcngs, of Div. 33. Wife of Bro. J. M. Clark, of Div. 8. Wife of Bro. E. P. Little, of Div. 23. Wife of Bro. J. E. Popkes, of Div. 31. Mother of Bro. E. Manion, of Div. 8. Son of Bro. F. B. Homan, of Div. 49. Son of Bro. S. D. Sprague, of Div. 89. Wife of Bro. C. G. Jemison, of Div. 69. Mother of Bro. G. F. Berry, of Div. 65. Father of Bro. A. H. Steger of Div. 32. Wife of Bro. Geo. H. Meier, of Div. 126. Father of Bro. F. E. Woods, of Div. 130. Father of Bro. A. K. Sheets, of Div. 126. Father of Bro. F. E. Woods, of Div. 130. Sister of Bro. C. A. Mooney, of Div. 113. Son of Bro. E. M. McCarthy, of Div. 96. Mother of Bro. S. M. Benton, of Div. 59. Father of Bro. J. H. Crowley, of Div. 23. Mother of Sister Susie Peck, of Div. 126. Daughter of Bro. C. P. Varney, of Div. 126. Mother of Bro. C. H. Wormley, of Div. 17. At Toano, Va., Bro. L. T. Goddin, of Div. 40. At Milton, Wis., Bro. S. B. Davy, of Div. 23. At Bucklin, Mo., Bro. Frank Ward, of Div. 130. Father of Bro. F. C. Whitehead, of Div. 126. Father of Bro. Edw. Swanstrom, of Div. 130. At Galeton, Pa., Bro. I. B. Sherman, of Div. 108. At Byron, Wis., Bro. M. A. Wittman, of Div. 119. At Rougemont, N. C., Bro. E. H. Williams, of Div. 14. At Aura, N. J., son of Bro. C. I. Hamilton, of Div. 17. At Amity, Mo., father of Bro. R. G. Orcutt, of Div. 126. At West Gonic, N. H., Bro. Fred. L. Clif- ford, of Div. 65. At Cape May, N. J., daughter of Bro. H. V. Soults, of Div. 17. At Shakopee, Minn., father of Bro. D. J. Galvin, of Div. 4. At Granger, Iowa, sister of Bro. T. W. Hayett, of Div. 23. At Viborg, S. Dak., father of Bro. A. F. Larson, of Div. 23. At Des Moines/ Iowa, mother of Bro. F. F. Cowley, of Div. 18. At San Pierre, Ind., father of Bro. A. H. Alberding, of Div. 9. At Sheboygan, Wis., daughter of Bro. T. H. Welland, of Div. 76. At Pittsfield, 111., Bro. Alfred L. Saunders, of the Grand Division. At Symerton, III., grandmother of Bro. Ben Singleton, of Div. 2. At Burlington, N. J., Bro. Ezekiel D. McDermott, of Div. 17. At Backus, Pa., wife of Bro. F. J. McGraw, General Chairman, Div. 92. At Mission, Mont., Sister Alice Roseline Fedrick, of Div. 54, dropped dead while receiving train order. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all. WANTED. s Present address of E. B. Little. H. R. Bbaudet, Anaconda, Mont. Present address of H. H. Hughes, Opr. His father is very anxious to hear from him. H. C. Jones, Box 40, Danville, Ky. Present address of Charles Furr, last heard of working at Cole June., Mo., for Mo., Pac. in 1903. W. L. Wilmarth, Holden, Mo. Anyone knowing the present address of R. C. Spear, kindly communicate with his sister. Miss Decima Spear, Care Dr. J. M. Ellis, Wapanucka, Okla. Present address of Ormond K. Strong, last heard of with the Western Union at Cleveland Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 181 or Cincinnati, Ohio. 4<S,” if you see this write me at Swannanoa, N. C. W. R. Slagle. Present address of H. S. Asson, who worked with me on the Penn. Ry. * 1 HS. * * if you see this write your old pal. D. C. Yohe, 170 Ethelbert St.f Winnipeg, Man., Canada. Present address of Opr. Jedd W. Cole, last heard of working for the S. P. L. A. & S. L. R. R. at Riverside, Cal. “SO,1' if you see this write me. R. R. Russell, Saugus, Mont. Present address of Geo. M. Green, last heard of at Gough, Ga. Anyone knowing his whereabouts kindly communicate with his mother. Mrs. F. A. Draper, Box. 64, Hamburg, Mich. Present address of Walter A. Morebeck, who worked as operator for S. P. Co. at Rose- ville, Cal., in 1902. Any information con- cerning him will be thankfully received. T. C. Morebeck, 508 Mulberry St., Chico, Colo. Present address of the following: L. T. Martin, F. H. Sharp, T. D. Noel, J. R. Tyler and Homer W. Tigrett. Boys, if you see this write me at Easley, S. C. J. N. Wallace. Present address of Opr. Berkley, worked for A. C. L. in Sanford, Fla., last spring. 4 1 B, * ’ if you see this write me at once as I have important news to communicate. F. L. Howard 701 Crockett St., Dallas, Tex. Present address of H. E. Hudson, last heard of working for S. P. at Pantano, Ariz. Also present address of E. F. Merrigan, last heard of working for S. P. at Benson, Ariz., and of E. C. Taylor, last heard of working for I. G. N. at Bryan, Tex. Boys, write your old pal at Malta, Colo. R. R. Van Benschoten. Information concerning the present where- abouts of F. W. Klintworth, alias C. E. Tipkins, opr., height 5 feet 11 inches, weight 150 pounds, dark complexion, dark hair, brown eyes, pimples on face, age about 25 years; wore dark blue suit, soft black hat, patent leather shoes, speaks with a marked Southern accent; gave his home as Charleston, S. C. Any information concerning his present whereabouts will be greatly appre- ciated by me. C. E. Black, Utica, Kan. WANTED— TO EXCHANGE. Mrs. O. B. Handy, 74 Jefferson St., Nor- walk, Ohio, wishes to exchange postal cards with O. R. T. members. Please state if phone is used and if a lady could obtain a position on that railroad. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 1725, Cert. 2829, Div. 23, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 7785, Cert. 568, Div. 49, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 7563, Cert. 2368, Div. 53, for term ending June 30, 1912. Digitized by v^ooQle

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182 The Railroad Telegrapher. Steele. Dodson. » Ross. Compton. O. R. T. GROUP— SEABOARD AIR LINE RY.— ATHENS, GA. V. L. Underwood, F. S. Whitson, Wallace Eckford, B. A. Korf, L. C. McMillan, I. F. Omaley, C. Mallachowitz, (Local Ch’m), W. E. Blume, ^ S. Weiler, W. B. Johnson, A. R. Manning. (Faucet Is a Water Connection). SOLID O. R. T. GROUP— SOUTHERN PACIFIC RY — WOODFORD, CAL., MEETING. Digitized by C.oc e

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SUBSTITUTION. By Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. THE art of putting one’s self in an- other’s shoes — the knack of reason- ing from the standpoint of another — the seeing another’s environment and ex- perience with that true broad mind which can delve into the inner recesses of another’s life — that art, that knack, that sight and feeling becomes everyone, and happy is he or she who is born with such a talent — and wise is he or she who studies the art of putting one’s self in another’s shoes; especially when that talent or that art is used for the good and for the uplift of those about them. Recently there was a strike among the con- ductors on a certain road, because one of their number had been dismissed from the company for unjust reasons; long weary days were spent in endeavoring to get a peaceful settlement; when refusal was made by the road to reinstate the brother, every man on the road walked out and the road remained tied up until the brother was reinstated and all his back time paid for. That is putting 1 * yourself in the other fellow ’s shoes. ’ ’ The fellow conductors studied his case from the bottom, got at the root of things; and instead of saying 4 ‘Oh, well, he should have known better,” they, to a man, studied the question from the viewpoint of the afflicted brother and stood to him. Organized labor has not been welded together by the cold arm of law, or the mere working of circumstances. Organized labor has been welded together by that fraternal and brotherly spirit which has permeated the hearts of its members. Organized labor will continue to grow and to strengthen so long as the fraternal and brotherly spirit grows. And it will be according to the growth of this spirit among the members of organized labor, as to just how rapidly the movement will grow, and its strength. Organized labor has not grown because the officers of all the national, state, central and local unions have been paid such handsome salaries. The movement has not grown be- cause of the fact that all committees (no matter how small) have been paid a handsome sum for every hour they have served. By no means. Organized labor has grown because men and women who love to do and to dare for their fellow-man have taken hold of the principles of the great movement and instilled them into the hearts of others and made them to see also the binding tie of fellowship — the Brotherhood of Man and the Fatherhood of God. Let there be more brotherly love, stronger fraternal feelings one for another and organized labor will grow faster, become stronger and accomplish more. Sympathy and the art of putting one’s self into the other fellow’s shoes will do more toward upbuilding the movement in general than anything else that can be done. Preach it, practice it, and see if my formula don’t work out. If you run out of the first pre- scription you have filled send back and get another bottle; try it in your own field first, then apply it to others. ATLANTIC COAST LINE, LOCAL NO. 3. JUST a little over two months until the meeting of the convention in Baltimore. I am counting on being at this meeting, and wish to meet every member of Division No. 3. I also wish to be able to report five hundred up-to-date members at that con- vention. There is only one way I can do Digitized by Google

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184 The Railroad Telegrapher. this; that is by asking every member now in Division No. 3 to send me two applications, and then I shall ask the new members secured in this manner to see if they can't send me two applications. This is not asking very much of any single member, but means a great deal in the aggregate. The rate to join on March 1st is 90 cents. This pays initiation and dues to June 30th. Will you not try and secure atjeast two applications before May 1st? I also wish to make an appeal here to members of Division No. 132 of the O. R. T. to assist me in increasing the ijiembership of the Auxiliary. I am sure you have some relative or member of your immediate family who would like to become a member of the Auxiliary if you would broach the subject to her. The price of two cigars per month will pay her dues, and don’t wait for her to ask you for this small amount, but give it to her and ask her to send in her application. I will be glad to send you the necessary blank. Yours fraternally, Mrs. J. H. Williams, G. S. and T. 80UTHERN PACIFIC, LOCAL NO. 18. WE must ask every member of Divi- sion No. 18 to help induce the few delinquent members to pay their sixty cents dues to General Secretary and Treasurer, Mrs. J. E. Blackford, now located at Orland, Cal., in order that we may render a clear report of all members up to date. The .Ladies’ Auxiliary was organized to interest the women folk in the Order of Rail- road Telegraphers, and we sincerely trust that all present members of the Auxiliary will endeavor to secure additional new members from among the wives and daughters of telegraphers, and enable Southern Pacific Local No. 18 to make a good showing in increased membership at the convention in Baltimore. Apply to the undersigned for application blanks, Initiation fee is 50 cents and dues 10 cents per month. Kindly send to this office any n ws items available each month prior to'the first, and oblige, yours fraternally, Mrs. Edmund Mulviuill, General Chairman, Wilmington, Cal. Notes from the Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Baltimore, Md., is the most-thought-of city in the Union at the present time, being the Mecca for several conventions, which have selected it as the best place to hold their international meetings, to promote the cause which they represent. The Convention of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, is the first on 2 to assemble here, and already it is becoming generally known that this organiza- tion will accept the hospitality of Baltimore in May next. Get out your histories and biographies, and you will be better prepared to enjoy the many things of interest that await the visitor. A fine hall will be secured for the Ladies’ Auxiliary, which will convene at the same time as the O. R. T. Every comfort and pleasure will be prepared for the visiting sisters, and all those who are thinking of attending speak to some one else and make up parties on your Divisions, so that those who would like to come, can have company, and not travel alone. I will furnish informa- tion, upon request, either for parties or individuals. Good rates will prevail, and expense will be the smallest part of the trip. In order to enjoy these pleasures, and be seated as a delegate in the Ladies* Auxiliary Convention, and attend the sessions, it is necessary to become a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary. The L. A. is growing, requests for membership coming to my office every few days. The new application blanks are ready for distribution, and the obnoxious age question has been eliminated, no sister being required to write her age on the newly printed blanks. Send for one at my office, 2021 Longwood Street, Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. Rate to join in the month of February is $1.00, which includes initiation and dues paid to June 30, 1913. Many members have paid dues during the month of January, wishing to secure the new membership card for the current term. All those who have not yet paid, if they have not received their notice, please forward me your money, and you will receive your up-to-date card promptly. Any old member who has fallen back so far that it would be a tax to pay up, can, upon application, become a member by coming to the Auxiliary as a new member. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 185 It gives me great pleasure to announce to the membership that two new locals will appear in the L. A. Directory this month, the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Ry. System, Division No. 126, and the Colorado Midland System, Division No. 81. These Locals will be known as Nos. 22 and 23, respectively. The election of local officers on the C. R. I. & P. is closed, and Sister J. A. Tracy, of Calhan, Col., was elected General Chairman, and Sister C. H. Meador of Minco, Okla., was elected General Secretary and Treasurer. These sisters are all alive in their interest of the Local on their Division, and will work to have a flourishing and progressive Local. Sister Loveland and Sister Rose, of Local No. 23, are hard at work, and new members are being added, and they expect to line up the whole "Division by the end of this term. Preparations are being made to hold a big meeting soon, and plans for a union meeting in the spring for the O. R. T. and L. A. will be made. The Frisco sisters have enough members to request a charter, but up to this time they have not been able to secure the required money for the charter. Get busy, brothers of the Frisco, and help these worthy sisters to have a Local, by giving them the material aid that has been given to the sisters of the other Locals. The charter was given by the O. R. T. on the other Divisions, and these sisters are as worthy of your consideration, and desire a Local as much as the others in the Locals just formed. The Northern Pacific System, No. 54, have requested a charter through Bro. B. E. Nason, and the nominations are out for the local officers, this being conducted by Bro. Nason for the charter members. This bids fair to be one of the most progressive Locals in the Auxiliary, and these sisters are fortunate in having thecharterdonatedtothem. No doubt that the stationery will also be given to these sisters, same as on the Colorado Midland, and Bro. Nason promises to do everything in his power to continue to help these sisters to organize the System, and lend aid that will be required from time to time. Any Local that has the support of the O. R. T. brothers is sure to succeed, as then they are working for solid fraternity. I am also in receipt of a letter from Bro. A. Jacobs, Secretary of District Division No. 39, PereMarquette Ry., requesting information of how to form an Auxiliary Local on their Divi- sion, saying that at a meeting the Auxiliary was unanimously endorsed, and that they want all that is coming to them, and do not want to wait for others to come to the front. They propose to give the charter to these sisters, and all other material aid, not to mention the hall in which they want them to meet, which will be the same night and place as the O. R. T. brothers. They expect to secure about 50 members very shortly, soon as the charter is secured. These brothers started this themselves by wishing to form a Local for their wives, and it is to be hoped that other O. R. T. Divisions will follow these brothers, and not wait until their wives make a struggle to try to get together enough members for them to have a Local, and then to have to again try to secure the money for the charter. Only will we have solid fraternity by the brothers themselves realizing, as do those on Division No. 39, that the Auxiliary is not a separate organization, but is part of the O. R. T., and therefore the Auxiliary should receive help when it is needed. What is $2.50 to any O. R. T. Division when they will receive it back in ways too numerous to mention ? Come on, brothers, and follow Division No. 39. It gives me pleasure to announce to the members of Local No. 10 that all but about four have paid dues for the- current term. Now, sisters, go to work and tell every other sister you meet to get ready to come to the Baltimore Convention; let me know so that Local No. 10, B. & O. can have headquarters at some convenient place. Remember we are to entertain these sisters from all over the country, and must be on hand to show them the hospitality due them from us. Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Grand Sec’y and Treas. Digitized by v^ooQle

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186 Thk Railroad Telegrapher. L. P. MacMichael. T. M. Hamblin. F. T. Wright. W. J. Hallisey. O. R. T. GROUP — CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY— FIELD, B. C. A. B. Williams. C. A. Russell. W. II. Price. Digitized by Google

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E. A. MILLER, DIV-. NO 32. And His “Hunters." Have a way of your own — then keep out of other people’s way. * * * \ Even some days be gloomy you know the sun will shine again. ♦ * * Genius finds its own road and carries its own lamp. — Willmott. * * * When you bury the hatchet don’t leave the handle sticking out. • • * Let reason be your guide in all things, anch you will seldom go wrong. • * * Some girls imagine they are pretty as a picture because they are painted. C. H. LeGallais. A. E. Hill. O. R. T. GROUP— GRAND TRUNK RY- UNITY, SASK. The man who thinks ahead is the man who gets ahead. * * * If a man has sufficient hard cash he may have a soft time. * * * It’s impossible for some people to be both good and interesting. * * * Some people are always on the fence — that ’s why they hedge. ♦ * * Characters are not dreamed ; they are ham- mered and forged out of life. * * * Simple hard work has made a garden out of a wilderness many a time. Digitized by '

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188 The Railroad Telegrapher. Life is what the man we work for makes it. * * * Freedom is the only soil in which great and good men grow. * * * He who lives for himself alone, lives but for a little thing. • * * Too many people spend their time trying t o be miserable. Life is a funny game if you keep an eye on it and seek for the best. * * * There is nothing truly valuable which can be purchased without pains and labor. * * * Women suffragists object to that pretty rhetorical figure of womanhood on a pedestal. Fine words butter no pedestals. P. J. Law LOR. J. T. Boss. F. O. Parent. C. Clemens. O. R. T. GROUP— GRAND TRUNK RY.— BARRYS BAY, ONT. The square of life is a straight conscience — always use it. * * * Success that is not fought for is hardly worth the having. ♦ * * Knowing too much is almost as bad as knowing too little. ♦ * * If you are looking for something soft in life, grab a pillow. The wise man learns something every day ; only the fool knows it all. * * * A man's value in life is determined not so much by what he does as by how well he does it. • * * It is quite a natural supposition that there is a good deal of water in the bath tub trust. — Buffalo Enquirer. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 189 It doesn't require an ax to cut an acquaint- ance. * * * Never bear more than one kind of trouble at a time. E. D. Hamilton. Burton Leb. E. E. Ottingbr. O. R. T. GROUP— C. B. & Q. ftY,— HAWKPOINT, MO. The dentist only makes a hand-to-mouth living, after all. * ♦ * The man without faith in human nature is not to be trusted. ♦ * * A man of true intelligence is a blessing in his circle of friends. ♦ * * When you envy another you lose that which you have yourself. * * * X Some people would rather believe what they see than what they hear. ♦ * * He who wishes to do wrong is never without a reason. — Syrus. * * * An ounce of directed enthusiasm is worth a ton of constrained effort. ♦ * * Spontaneous combustion is a mighty poor quality to have in a temper. Some meet their obligations by snubbing them. * * * More girls are strengthened by flattery than tonics. ♦ * * Many a young man earns a living by work- ing his father. ♦ * * The harder you knock down a true man the higher he will bounce. ♦ * * It’s very easy to get a man’s measure when he ’s down and out. * * * The crank thinks he is the easiest man on earth to get along with. * * * You can’t make bread or break into society unless you have the dough. * * * There cannot be any goodness unless it is practical goodness. — Meredith. ♦ ♦ ♦ Small wages and long days are the reward of the unorganized mechanic. * * * The healthy youngster will not desert the table so long as there in any dessert in sight. A. L. Rector. A. D. Farris. R. B. Lewis. O. R. T. GROUP— C. B. & Q. RY.— ST. AUGUSTINE, ILL. Better late than never is poor consolation when you miss the last train. Some fellow's look for work on the principle that distance lends enchantment to the view , Digitized by Google

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190 The Railroad Telegrapher. Even the bachelor minister is a marrying man. * * * The union label will bring peace and plenty to the wage earners. * * * Be right here, and you won’t have to worry about the hereafter. ♦ * * It takes an optimist to sidetrack trouble when he meets it. • * * The truth is always the strongest argu- ment . — Sophocles. * * * Orgnization is the fearless advocate of sanitary conditions. * * * A man’s stomach is nearly round, yet it takes a square meal to fill it. * * * What we regard as stumbling blocks often turn out to be stepping-stones. Elect that man to office who has the courage * * * to be decent and honest when nobody is If you have a tale of woe make it : hort, looking. even if you have to tie a knot in it. H. A. W. Graham, R. W. Richardson, E. F. Rohlffs, R. H. Van Dbwaa. O. R. T. GROUP— C. & N. W. RAILWAY— SALEM, S. D. The man with the cold cash gets the warm reception. * * * The fat widow ’s chances of marrying again are usually slim. ♦ * * Faith carries a man safe across all the Saharas of Life. * * * A woman nev$r believes all her husband believes she believes. ♦ * * Success comes only by striving, by bending every effort to the accomplishment of the end desired: A recent estimate placed the population ol the world at 1,467,000,000. ♦ * * Good-fellowship is, above all else, the most essential need of mankind to-day. * * * Our ancestors may be a great honor to us; but it is much better if we are an honor to them. * * * Capt. Scott’s last words were an appeal in behalf of his family. The British Govern- ment and people have an honorable record in remembering the brave men who fall in the line of national endeavor. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 191 Never speak evil of any one. * * * God feeds the birds, but he doesn’t throw it into their nests. R. C. Potts. J. B. Lbe. C. E. Weaver. O. R. T. GROUP— FT. W. & D. C. RAILWAY— QUANAH, TEX. The trickster is merely the fellow who gets the best of us. * * * Love suffereth long, and so does the woman who tries to live on it. * * ♦ When a man steals a kiss the girl demands he return the stolen goods. * * * Learn to do a thing well, no difference how humble the thing may be. * * * The truth may be right, admits the Phila- delphia Record , but a lie will travel faster. * * . * It is easier to get a fellow to come along after he has had a square meal than it is when he is hungry. * * * Currency is to be reduced one-third in size; now don’t get the bills so small that we will mistake one for a street car transfer. ♦ * * Poverty has decreased in Detroit 40 per cent in the last four years; and if they keep on making and selling automobiles there verybody will own a bank. * The fellow that keeps his head above water doesn’t let the grass grow under his feet. * * * Lots of men who have a splendid consti- tution have ruined it with too many amend- ments. * * * Some people keep the Sabbath Day holy and let the other six take care of them- selves. * * * If a team of horses pull together they are sure to accomplish something ; and the same is true of men. / ♦ * * Show us the man without enemies and we will show a man who doesn’t amount to much. ♦ * * A member of a union buying scab goods is like a train off the track — he has stopped advancing. ♦ * * An optional pension system has been adopted by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. J. McKernan. E. E. Sculley. MEMBERS DIV. No. 8— PATTERSON. N. Y. Smoke union-made cigars and assist the members of the Cigarmakers’ International Union. Digitized by v^ooQle

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LINCOLN, THE PATRIOT. TIME alters all things and makes much that is bright in one age dim in after years. Not a few of the great men of former days seem dwarfed to us, # not because they were small, but because the people have risen nearer to their level, and they are no longer supreme. Webster would not awe our age as he did his own, nor would Clay dazzle us, though assuredly he would charm us, with his magnetic oratory; while Calhoun would no doubt be regarded as a sincere, able, keenly log- ical, but quite impossible Bourbon. Able and noble as they were, they belong to the past and can hardly be said to be peculiar to us. Such men have been seen in other lands, and they will be seen again in ours. But if Lincoln were to step forth and stand among us, all men would now see, what many did not see while he was living, how supremely great, how unique, how original he was. It is the peculiarity of his fame that he seems to belong to the present and to the future, hardly less than to the past, almost as though he had lived on through the years. With all our advance he would still tower above us, in the lone- liness that wrapped him about ; for he disclosed, especially during the last two years of his life, a quality of greatness which not only out-topped the men of his day, but is far beyond us. His vision was prophetic, and he is the leader of his nation today not less than in the days agone. As John Stuart Mill said, “Lincoln is the kind of a man Carlyle in his better days taught us to worship as a hero.” Yet the elements of his nature were so ordinary — his intellect, as Fhillips Brooks observed, was so moral, and his morality so intelli- gent— that when we take them apart they seem so common that some have denied that he was a genius at all but only “a common man expanded to giant propor- tions,” as Joshua Speed described him. But when \tfe put those elements together they make a combination so extraordinary that he baffles us by the very mystery of his simplicity. His ideas are like the sky and the dirt, so large and obvious that men walk under them, and over them, without realizing how great they are. He was absolutely unique in t{ie conditions of his life, but still more in the qualities of his genius, and it will be many a day before we see the like of him again. So it is that men of other lands point not to Washington, but to Lincoln as our most typical man of state, just as they point to Walt Whitman as our most disinctive man of letters. The possibility, still more the existence, of such a man is held by them to be at once a proof of the validity of our democratic ideals, and a prophecy of our destiny. They find in him not only a character, as Herbert Paul has said, “as noble in its self-forgetfulness, as heroic in its fortitude, as pathetic in its isolation, as homely in its quaint, rugged strength as any in the pages of Plutarch or in the realities of life,” but a reason for our faith that our country will be equal to the emer- gency which may threaten it. For the career of Lincoln shows that when the hour of peril comes a man is there to meet it, and that he may come not from a few lead- ing families, or an educated class, but from the ranks of the common people. Nor is this to say that so independent, so natural, so strong a man can not in older nations come to wield so large a power over the affairs and minds of men but as a fact he has not done so. The only popu- lar leader who seems to challenge compari- son is Garibaldi; but, with all his personal magic, his practical resourcefulness, and his absorption in the passion of a national Digitized by Google

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104 The Raii.road Telegrapher. cause, the Italian patriot falls below Lin- coln in power of intellect as well as in variety of achievement. Today Lincoln stands as the most effective personality which democracy has yet produced, testify- ing in his manhood, not less than in his words and works, that our national faith is not vain. And now, after many years have come and gone — years of tumult and change called progress — as we see him on the distant slopes of fame he rises up as one of the august figures of history. North and south, and beyond the seas, poets and orators, the nimble weavers of fiction and the grave writers of history, unite in paying him tri- bute. A fiercer light beats upon such a man than upon any throne, and there remains no more hidden chapters, hardly a disputed passage, in the story of his life. His career, so far as facts go, is as transparent as day, and his personality is vividly outlined — though there will ever remain an inscrutable mystery in the shadows that haunted him. No small part of the charm of his influence is due to what, for lack of a better word, we call his mysticism; some dark impene- trable undercurrent in his soul, deriving we know not whence, but which, without weak- ening his sympathy or marring his judg- ment, gave a softening touch to his dealing with men. Our nation makes a wise profession of ideals by paying honor to Lincoln, for at his best he embodied the genius of our native land, the mighty and tender spirit of America, and its ruling ideas. At his best, I say, he was all this, and more — but not in the beginning. They detract from his greatness, and desecrate his memory, who mar the story of his life by slurring over or apologizing for his earlier, cruder years. We can not know the height tp which he ascended — the dizziest peak to which a mortal may attain while wearing mortality — until we see the depths from which he climbed. He was a man who* grew in soul, in breadth and grasp of intellect, in char- acter and spiritual refinement — grew from a backwoods politican to a great statesman — until even his foes saw in him a massive nobility. Simple, old-fashioned honesty, a delicate sense of justice, a gift of humor, and the instinct of a student, were the traits which he had as a boy in a log-cabin. These we may trace in him as a lad on the farm, as a rail-splitter and boatman down the rivers, as storekeeper, surveyor and soldier, as lawyer and politician, with a certain dignity and purity of nature which revealed, as true refinement always does, the. fine grain of the man. While he owed little to books, except to a few of the greatest, and would have gained little, if he had not actually lost, from the best literary education of his day, his varied experience gave him a wider knowledge of the real life of a people than he could have received in any kind of school. There was no alchemy in his genius, but from the simple chemistry of the com- mon thought rose its clear, steady, living flame. So it was that when the issue of slavery was moving swiftly toward disunion, by a sure instinct the people turned not to an eastern wire-puller, or a statesman of the Harvard law school, but to a man of their own, whom they knew — a man who was ready when a man was wanted. In a democracy what is needed by the man who is really to serve the people is a well-grounded confidence, in himself, in the people, and the practical capacity to do the thing that needs to be done. This confi- dence and capacity Lincoln had in rare degree, and the state of society which made it possible for an obscure country lawyer to enter the lists with so renowned an an- tagonist as Douglas, to win swift recogni- tion of his powers, and to force himself untried to the helm of state, so far from being accidental, are the very essence and hope of the republic. By as much as we alter those conditions — as we are tempted to do, in order to keep out the political quack — by so much do we deny the prin- ciples of the fathers, thwart their purposes, and close the gates to the prophets. For the profound and challenging lesson of the career of Lincoln is that he rose from the people, and its unique glory was that he did not rise away from the people, but that his triumph was by and through them — thus fulfilling in his life what he taught in his words, “that government of the people, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 195 by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.” , Here we come upon the secret of Lin- coln as a patriot and a leader — his faith in the people and their right to rule, which no sense of superior powers, or of exalted position, ever for an instant vitiated. No one knew better than he how often the masses are swayed by passion, how easily they are played upon by the arts of a demagogue, and how they are swept away by the gusts of the hour. He knew the moods, whims and caprices of the people, but none the less he kept his faith in their ultimate sanity underlying their innumerable insanities. To that sober sanity, cleared of the sediments of excitement, he knew how to appeal as no one else among us ever did — that is, after he came to his maturity, and laid aside the florid bombast of his early eloquence — speaking to the reason and moral sense of men, in behalf of facts, in a style as direct as a line of light. Let me give an example, which may also illustrate how he would stand upon an issue now rapidly coming before the nation. One day a man found Lincoln in the White House drinking a cup of tea and asked him, in a half cynical tone, if his faith in the popular judgment was not being shaken by the mad fury then surging up in the house. The president poured his tea from the cup to the saucer, and explained that when things got too warm in the house all that was necessary was to pour the boiling pas- sion into the senate, and let it settle and cool. This parable should be kept in mind by those who seem to be trying to break that saucer, for if they succeed we shall have to drink our political tea sizzling hot, and somebody will be burned. In his quaint anl unforgettable way Lincoln thus stated the whole matter just as it is, and this gift of simple wisdom, compact, original and pertinent, gave him a hold upon the popular mind which neither the intrigues of his foes nor the jealousy of his friends could in anywise shake. So far from giving way to a half cynical fear of the people; he had the utmost trust in their mental judgment upon public affairs — that is, upon the principles involved in public affairs, though of course he did not expect them to be experts in the man- agement of those affairs. “The people,” he said, “are the rightful masters of both con- gresses and courts, not to overthrow the constitution, but to overthrow the men who pervert the constitution,” and his faith in the equal' rights of all before the law was not less firm, as when he said: “Certainly the negro is not our equal in color; per- haps not in many other respects; still in the right to put into his mouth the bread that his own hands have earned he is the equal of every other man, white or black.” And yet this same Lincoln — so radically idealistic in political philosophy — was in practice a realist, even at times an oppor- tunist, and perhaps the most tantalizingly conservative of men. He endorsed the maxim of John Bright — whose picture he kept on the walls of his White House office — that it is the duty of a statesman to endeavor to “make the past slide easily into the future.” Between those who will “let nothing alone” and those who will allow no change art all, he found a middle path of cautious progress. While he had not, so far as we know, read the works of Edmund Burke — though he once tried to read his biography and failed because he found it a mere eulogy — he would have accepted heartily the praise of Burke for those men in public life who have the “dis- position to conserve and the ability to improve.” If we do not conserve what we have gained, we can not improve it. Nor can we really conserve it without constantly improving it. But we must have not only the wish, but the ability to improve, .else we shall lose what we have while blunder- ingly trying to get what we want. It was this sane knowledge of the facts of life, and of the human stuff with which a leader has to deal, that made Lincoln so careful and so patient — “a doer, not a mere dreamer, a triumphant champion, not a mere agitator.” For him what should be done was always tempered by a clear vision of what could be done, and that was the secret of his fruit- ful achievement. Even the most casual student of Lincoln must see how averse he was to the unbal- anced and hysterical radicalism of the extremist. The party without one plank, Digitized by L.oo<; e

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196 The Railroad Telegrapher. and the man who stood so close to the one idea that he could not see anything else — whether free-soiler, know-nothing, aboli- tionist or prohibitionist — were equally the butt of his humor, if not of his satire. Such men, he said, were like the peddler, who, in trying to sell a pair of pantaloons, described them as being “large enough for any man, and small enough for any boy.” As much an enemy of slavery as Wendell Phillips was, he saw, what Phillips did not see, both the complexity of the problem and the practical processes by which alone the great reform could be slowly and safely worked out. Without modifying his oft expressed wish that all men, everywhere, might be free, he declared that he had neither the right nor the inclination to interfere with slavery in the states where it existed, so long as it remained within the limits assigned to it by the fathers of the nation. When it became aggressive, he proposed to restrain and regulate it by law* to push it back into a corner of the nation and let it die of its own rot, work- ing the while to hasten that death by creat- ing an atmosphere of moral sentiment in which it could not breathe. And his wis- dom, justified by its results in his day, is as sound and true today as it was in the days gone by. Noble as Wendell Phillips was, could he have had his way he would have wrecked the Union without destroy- ing slavery. Let no one think that this is meant to detract from the honor so justly due to men like Phillips, Garrison, Parker, and the rest of that splendid band. Far from it ; though they should not be given credit for what they did not do and could never have done. They were not statesmen, but agitators who ran far ahead of the people, blowing melodious trumpets of moral revolt, often mistaking their intense feelings for facts, and indulging in brilliant, but some- times unfair denunciation. But the greater man stayed with the people, bore with their apathy and sluggish steps — seeing all that Phillips and Parker saw, and feeling it not less keenly — and leading the people step by step until they were ready and willing to do what he wanted done. At last both peo- ple and leader were ready, and with a heart empty of rancor, free from bitter pettiness, he wrought the work for which we honor him today, and will honor him in days to come. But those who imagine that Lincoln was a kind of glorified mugwump do not know the man. He was never a bigoted partisan, but always a loyal party man, as any man must be who expects- to get anything done under our system of party rule. So true a party man was he, that despite his own honorable ambitions, and the proddings of an ambitious wife, he more than once sunk his ambition in behalf of his party — as when he stood aside for Baker in 1843 and for Trumbull in 1854 — willing to go down if so be that his party might go marching on. While he never seemed to be satisfied with the policy, then in vogue, that “to the victors belong the spoils of office,” he did not hesitate to make use of it. He believed in rewarding party workers, and he could hardly be classed as a civil service reformer — so at least one may infer from this note: “I personally wish Jacob Freese appointed colonel of a colored regiment, and this regardless of whether he can tell the exact color of Julius Caesar’s hair.” And when he put a man in office, though often dis- appointed he stood by him giving him every chance to do what he was set to do, and was the last to lose faith when he failed. Yet in time of crisis this ardent party man seized, infallibly, upon the thing that was public-spirited, instead of what was merely partisan, and was willing that his party should meet with a check, or even be destroyed, provided that the country did not perish. In 1864, when the military out- look was dismal and the political prospect forbidding, Lincoln was persuaded that, as he wrote in his secret memorandum, “this administration will not be elected.” So he resolved to do everything possible, in the interval between the election and the inauguration of a new president, to save the Union — working in conjunction with McClellan, the opposing presidential candi- date, if that could be brought about— because he feared that afterwards the Union could not be preserved. The end thus proposed might not have been attainable in so short a time, but his prescient contemplation of Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 197 it, with his utter disregard of partizan lines, reveals what manner of patriot Lin- coln was. while illustrating the quality of statesmanship which should always dignify a political crisis. Never did he fail to measure up to a situation, however difficult, desperate, or lofty. So far other men might and have fol- lowed, but in the last year of his life Lin- coln displayed a height of soul, a depth of wisdom — at once piteous and practical — never before seen in our history, and which the loftiest men of our day can only imi- tate afar off. And this was my reason for saying that he still towers above us, despite the advance of years, is still far beyond us, moving in dignity, pathos, and nobility. When Marcus Aurelius had before him, as a prisoner, the man who had instigated revolt against the empire, to the amazement of the Roman senate he forgave him. But Lincoln went further and was not only ready, eager and willing to forgive the men of the South, but to stretch a hand across the graves and grasp the hands of the men who had fought him as enemies, and call them his brothers! No wonder Tolstoi, looking on from afar, said “he was a Christ in miniature.” All his counsel was for kindness, for- giveness. reconciliation, and renewed faith. When at Libby prison some one declared that Davis ought to be hanged, he said, “Judge not, that ye be not judged.” Men have repeated those words in the pulpit, but only Lincoln could utter them amid the wild and angry passions born of civil war; and not only utter them, but set about, practically and with all the arts of political shrewdness, to cement the Union in that spirit and on that basis. Had he lived, the South, not less than the North, would have been saved that awful ordeal of bitterness and revenge following the war. They would have escaped it any way, had the men who stayed at home and did the talking been as brave, as generous, and as gentle as the men who went afield and did the fighting. Long live the name and spirit of Abra- ham Lincoln ! He was simple, genuine, strong, gentle, wise and kind, and by as much as we follow him, by so much and so fast we climb out of the night that covers us into the sunlight. Let us here “highly resolve” to follow no man who has not a like spirit, so that when men talk of the land where men are the freest, the tallest of soul, the most heroic and the most gentle — giving all men room to stretch their arms to grasp opportunity, and their soul to lay hold of the truths that make men free — they will mean the land where Lincoln lived, and where he still lives. — By Rev. Joseph Fort Newton. ST. VALENTINE BY R. F. D. UT OUGHT to have a two-horse rig on I this route the 14th,” said the car- rier, somewhat severely, as from his post in front of the cook stove he watched Sylvia paring off pie crust. “I must say I think you overdo it, Sylvia. A short sack wouldn’t hold your valentines last year, and old Kate went lame as she was haulin’ ’em up the hill. I shall have to take the big gray and put on the collar and hames.” “Of course, it’s all my fault; no doubt I bribe folks to send me valentines and hire that squint-eyed Bill Fanning by the year to say in poetry .that my foot like bird doth fly and my eyes are like the sky,” retorted Sylvia, putting her pie in the oven with a bang. On baking day there is some excuse for being cross, when a man persists in stand- ing in front of your oven door, and you have been kept awake all night by aching teeth as Sylvia had. Sylvia’s teeth were always the rock ahead to her family and friends. They ached on the slightest provocation, or none at all, and remedies seemed useless. The carrier looked at her morosely as she put her apron to her face. “I knew they’d ache,” he said, “when you stayed out skatin’ in that north wind yesterday with Bob Lander. I s’pose he was offerin’ you his heart an’ hand settin’ on that log up by the clump of hemlocks. Or maybe he saved ’em for tomorrow to go in his valentine. They alius put their hearts an’ hands in with a valentine. You’ll have about fifty along with the gold-flowered billets and shiny angels. I s’pose you’ll take Digitized by Google

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198 The Railroad Telegrapher. the billets and the angels and leave the hearts ?” “I’d take both if there was a man with wit enough to send me something appro- priate. They never do,” said Sylvia, tartly. “Would you if I sent it?” inquired the carrier, with sudden thoughtfulness. He had opened the door to go and stood look- ing around it with a countenance of great solemnity. “Yes,” snapped Sylvia, who by this time had quite reached the end of her patience, “if only you’ll shut that door from the out- side.” The carrier went meditatively down the walk. “I guess I c’n think o’ suthin' appropri- ate enough,” he muttered, “an I b’lieve there’£ no law to prevent a government employe from sending a valentine if he’s got the price o’ postage.” -That evening some new found courage inspired him to put on his best clothes and go up to call on Sylvia. But the house was dark and silent, and whatever the carrier meant to do towards bringing about a better understanding with his pretty neighbor came to naught. . “I’ll bet a hat she’s gone to the church sociable,’ he said to himself; “and her teeth’ll ache all day tomorrow from takin’ ’em out in this wind. And that Lander, or that idiot of a Luther Bennett ’ll be bangin’ around her all the evenin’. The next day when the big gray toiled up the hill Sammy Perkins, Sylvia’s small brother, stood beside the mail box hold- ing a market basket. “There were six boxes o’ candy in ’em last year,” said Sammy with a blissful grip as he received the mass of packages and envelopes. The Perkins house was the last on the route, so when the carrier, after putting his horse up, trudged up the hill with a grim determination not to be cheated out of his call this time, he found Sylvia sur- rounded by the valentines she was still engaged in opening. She was pale and the pretty eyes were heavy as if from loss of sleep, but she was smiling over Bill Fanning’s latest poetic effusion written on a blue paper heart. “I don’t know what he always has to put in something about death and the grave for,” she said, “you wouldn’t think he was so bloodthirsty to look at him.” “He’s a nat’ral born fool, and it seems to grow on him,” observed the carrier with gloomy indifference. “And here’s a box of molasses kisses,” went on Sylvia, “and a pair of gloves and an inkstand; and that art student at the tavern sent me a clay mouse for a paper weight, and I thought it was alive, the hor- rid thing! and jumped a foot and smashed poor Joe Ferry’s paper flowers,” smoothing the crushed bunch remorsefully. “They don’t look no flatter’n he does with his hair pasted down on to his forehead,” commented the carrier. “Did Luther Ben- nett send this pink celluloid coffin with the cover up, here? It looks just like him when he opens his mouth to sing in the choir.” “That’s a ribbon box,” said Sylvia indig- nantly, “and what’s this little round package — why — ” Her color changed and she fell silent sud- denly, for the direction was in the well- known hand of the carrier himself; he had never sent her a valentine. She glanced at him with a fitting remem- brance of their talk of the day before, but he was staring sulkily out of the window and she pulled it open with hasty fingers before he should look around. Then, with a horrified exclamation, she started up with such suddenness that the contents of the package jumped wildly from its wrappings and landed with a rattle at the carrier’s feet. It was a set of false teeth. Sylvia cast away paper and string and confronted the hapless man, her blue eyes blazing. “How dared you!” she stormed. “As if I was a toothless crony like old Sally Per- kins! What if they did ache? They’re just as good teeth as yours and look just as well as that silly Nan Ferry’s you’re always talk- ing about. I knew you were a lump of impudence, John Winter, but I — I didn’t think you’d insult me.” Digitized by vjOOQI-C

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 199 Her voice failed suddenly and she cov- ered her face with her hands. The carrier had gotten to his feet, either to defend himself or to seek safety in flight, but at this last movement he stopped. He had never seen Sylvia cry except once long ago at school when she fell off her sled and he had picked her up and comforted her with a red apple out of his dinner pail. He hesitated an instant, then, with a quick step forward, he took her in his arms and drew the hidden face to his shouldter with some murmured words such as his school- boy vocabulary had never contained. It was a whole minute before he made the astonishing discovery that the slender figure was shaking from head to foot, not with sobs, but with uncontrollable laughter. “Oh, John, John, you slow old thing!” she cried; “I never would have believed it was in you to get off such a joke as that! I said ‘appropriate’ and sure enough it was, after I’d been groaning all winter with my teeth. But you can take ’em back and wear ’em yourself if you need to; I don’t. I went to the dentist’s last night, and he took out one on each side and said what made ’em ache was because my wisdom teeth never’d had room to come, and that they’d be all right now. And I dare you to say that what’s left ain’t as pretty as Nan Ferry’s.” “Nan Ferry? I never noticed whether she had any teeth or not,” said the carrier. “But, look here, Sylvia, I didn’t send ’em. Old Sally Perkins has been visiting her sis- ter over in Winnville and she forgot to take her teeth away with her, and the sister did ’em up to send along by mail, and asked me to write the direction, Miss S. Perkins, because her specs wasn’t handy, and then I forgot, having so many things, and tumbled it in with yours by mistake. There, now; I’ve owned up, I supposed you won’t keep the rest of the bargain; you’ll go off and leave me, and take up with Luther Bennett or somebody.” But he held her fast, and Sylvia suddenly hid her face again. “Oh, John!” she said, “I’m not sensible enough for you. I always knew it, and I thought you did, too.” “Oh, well,” said John, contentedly enough, “didn’t the dentist say them wisdom teeth was coming out all right?” — By Mabel S. Merrill, in St. Louis Globe-Democrat. WHAT ADDIE DID. THINGS really had been very dull in the town that winter, so when Addie Creamer was jilted by Alexander Bing, the affair was like a revivifying draft to the jaded and willing souls among the gossips. In a big city it is different. There when a young man or a young woman finds a broken engagement on his or her hands he or she simply looks about and picks out another person of the opposite sex to cover up the situation; but when one lives in a place like Three Pines that is not so easy. Alexander, who was a tall young man with romantic eyes, was head clerk in the drug store. He simply walked off and mar- ried a girl in the next town whom he had met but twice. Then he sent back to Three Pines for his trunk. He was going into business with the girl’s father. “He knows better than to come back here!” was the verdict of the excited sew- ing circle. “He knows what a reception he’d get after treating Addie so! And Addie with six tablecloths and napkins to match, all initialed ! Poor Addie !” Addie was small and ash blonde, the sort that looks precisely the same at 40 as at 20. There was nothing startling in her composition. Given a certain situation, one was perfectly sure what Addie would say or do. While this produces a soothing at- mosphere, it is not exactly the sort to lure on an admirer forever. Alexander had fallen victim to a girl who always treated things in the opposite way from what he expected, so he had hastened to marry her as a relief from the monotony of Addie. “Addie never looked at another man except him,” the sewing circle protested. “That’s all a girl gets for being faithful and devoted. Men always lose their heads over the giddy, no-account kind. And Addie takes it so hard.” The sewing circle added the last sentence with a delightful relish. Digitized by v^ooQle

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200 The Railroad Telegrapher. Certaintly Addie was affording the gos- sips the full measure of enjoyment to be expected from the situation. The last time a girl had been jilted in Three Pines, twenty-five years before, she had merely tossed her head higher and utterly refused to mention the affair. This conduct caused her to be disliked. Addie, however, wept herself red-eyed and pathetic and yearned for sympathy. The six tablecloths and the attendant nap- kins grew mussy and soiled from frequent exhibitions and handling, for somehow she extracted a mournful pleasure from show- ing them to her friends. It was as though Alexander’s wickedness thereby was made more absolute. Alexander having been snatched from the immediate prospect, she was rudderless, aim- less, so she let the town distract her. Above all, the sewing circle said, poor Addie must be distracted. She must be given an interest in life. So every one bent herself with rapture to the task. Tales of girls who had pined away and died or lost their minds because of faith- less lovers were whispered about warningly. Addie was so helpless and little that every- body said nobody could tell what might hap- pen to her unless her friends rallied. They got up tea parties and card clubs and even a literature class, to all of which Addie allowed them to drag her, solemn- eyed and frequently sighing. She always sighed immediately if by any chance she so far forgot herself as to cheer up and smile at anything, for she had the vague feeling that she had transgressed conventionality under the circumstances if she found any pleasure in existence. She was the owner of a blasted life and outraged affections and usually she could remember it. The best of every thing was given to Addie. She always got white meat without asking for it. The town felt very kindly toward her, because there was always some- thing to talk, about now. If one ran into a neighbor’s to borrow a cup of butter one was apt to be told : “I saw Addie last night. She’s just as thin as ever, poor girl ! I don’t believe she’ll ever get over it!’’ Then with the butter in one’s hand one could shake one’s head sadly and say, “No, she won’t. Once with Addie is forever. Alexander little knew what he was throw- ing away when he did what he did ! I’m going to take her over some jell !” In two years Addie was as nitich of a landmark as the old church tower or the stone bridge. She was always explained to strangers as a lovely girl, who had had an unfortunate love affair, and whose heart was irremediably broken. She lent quite a tone to the town as she moved down Main street looking pathetic. People glowed upon her and sighed sympathetically, for she was the romance of Three Pines personified. It was almost as good as going to a lovely sad matinee and crying one’s eyes out This being so, it can readily be seen what grounds for indignation Three Pines had when Addie, going away on a visit, cap- tured an admirer and married him! Everybody groped about for a definite cause for complaint and, not finding any, took it out on the bride. She had disap- pointed everybody by daring to cheer up and be like other human beings. “Send Addie Creamer a wedding pres- ent?” cried the sewing circle as one woman. “Never! Not after her acting as she has! These girls who are off with one and on with another are too frivolous for us! We thought Addie was a nice girl, but evidently she didn’t care much for Alexander after all. No doubt that’s what made him do as he did. Poor Alexander!” — Chicago Daily News. THE COUNTRY OF 8NOW8. ALL day the mercury in the bulb had been dropping. All day the lake had been moaning in travail, — “mak- ing the ice,” the natives had it. It was both impressive and depressive, the muffled vib- rations booming across the high pitched silences like the half smothered roar® of some starving beast in the pains of wounds and hunger. The dogs had been frightened at first, and had barked and howled in uni- son. From the doorway Maida had stood and watched them. Digitized by Google

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0 The Railroad Telegrapher. 201 Her inner vision pictured the city at this hour: The carriages would all be rolling homeward from the park, the ring of the horses’ sharp-shod feet on the pavements mingling with the hard breathings of the motors, and the hurrying tread of the human thousands, — the grub toilers of the day, hastening to the metamorphosis that would transform them into butterflies of night. Was it only a year ago that she had been a part — an enjoying, pulsing part — of this great Babylonian garden of bloom? She had loved it all passionately; but she also had loved, though then uncognizant of it, with the other and unsuspected side of her many-fibered nature, this country of snows, with its stern silences. The city had claimed and held the pleasure loving, lotus dreaming side of her ; but there was sterner fiber, bequeathed by grim old Puritan fore- bears. Stephen Strong, M. D., — the man, not the physican, — had detected these ele- " ments in her long before. “Adversity will fashion you,” he had said to her once in his usual direct way, “if she ever takes you in hand, into a wondrous being that will sur- prise the being you are now.” Ah, yes ; but the fierceness of the fashioning, and the brutality of the hammer and anvil! It had been in the intolerable pain of it that she had turned to the Supreme Mother — Nature the nurse, the teacher, the friend — to find how well she loved her, and how dearly beloved was she in turn. And so she had shut herself up here among die great solitudes, closing the inner gates of her soul to the world, but opening them wide for the Mother of All, whose touch alone was tender enough to probe the wounds, the better to bind and heal. No one else would— could — ever know, save this all-comprehending Mother and herself, and the God who had permitted the catas- trophe to be. She had seen the beautiful fabric of her married life,— or what she had dreamed, when she had married Phillip Lassard, that life would be,—1 -torn asunder daily, trampled in the mire, spat upon. Ah ! but it had been in reality only a tawdry thing at best! It had been only her dreams and high pur- posed that had ever made it, by sheer force of imagination and will, cloth o’ gold. Yet. knowing this at last, she would still have patched and pieced the poor tinsel make- shift,— as women’s hopes that are forever rainbow threads of mending ever do, — but with one blow he had utterly destroyed even the pitiful make-believe. That blow ! She shivered. He had struck her; had fairly rained blows upon her head, till all about her from dancing zigzags of blinding light had gone back. Yet it had been the horrible profanity, the unspeakable epithets, that had brought her staggering to her knees, and thence to her feet. Dizzy, but with unwavering purpose, she had groped to the drawer where lay the revolver and, clutching it, had wheeled and leveled it fair at him. “Defile me with an- other word,” she had said, and I will shoot you down for the beast that you are. She had looked along the barrel at him — sullen, cowed all at once — with eyes as resolute as had been her father’s when he charged the enemy and fallen at his regiment's head at Malvern Hill. And after a moment she had added, still holding her aim, “And since it is only at the pistol’s point that I can longer exact decency from you, go, and never enter my presence again.” And in this fashion the fabric had fallen apart, a rotten network of lies — and worse. She shivered again; but, the air was bitter as her thoughts, and she had been standing some time. She called the dogs, and they came bounding to her. Oh, they loved her ! Her heart warmed. They loved her with the great, loyal love of dogs, unselfish, unbribable. And until one has known such, she thought, they have missed one of the great Compensations. But she was of too healthy a mind to brood. Among her large pities for all humanity, all dumb animals, all the sad and somber fatalisms and cruel conditions of the thing called Life, there was not room for self-pity. Had there been, all this world of old and patient wisdoms round her would have taught her better. From the forest giants, which had learned their lesson in other centuries, down to the veriest flower at their feet, — though it bloomed but for a season, fulfilled its destiny and died on the earth it had helped to beautify— she drew Digitized by Google

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202 The Railroad Telegrapher. her wisdom: to bend to the storm, but for- ever to seek the sun. The sun was sanity, was health, was the Law and Order of things. With doors and windows of heart and soul opened wide to it, self-pity perished like sickly weeds. She sat before the great open fireplace, a book on her knee. She was studying the inscription set 'in the fireplace, a conceit of her own : “Now is the winter of our discontent Made glorious summer by this genial friend/* The dogs, and the great ruddy heart of the fire, and, moving to and fro in the outer room, her broad back casting grotesque shadows on the fire-lit wall, the old serv- ing woman, who would lay down her life, if need be, any day, for her, — these things counted. Ah ! how well worth living was life, if one but sought and held fast to the “worth whiles’* of it! She laughed softly and the old black mammy came and stood in the doorway, gazing down at her with all her dark race’s sensuous delight in beauty, and all the love and pride of actual ownership in it, that comes as a recompense to those who serve long and well. “Dese fireplaceries,” she said, “makes me jes’ nachally think ob de south. Dey sure look homy. Bress mah soul,” she broke off suddenly. “Done heah dem sligh bells? Who on earth am a tu’nin* in heah?” “Someone astray on the road, likely,” said Maida indolently. She stretched her arms above her head, basking luxuriantly in the warm of the fire, as the old negro betook herself outside, with the peculiar roll of the African whose avoirdupois taxes the scales at over two hundred. She did not heed Mam’s surprised ejacula- tion; but, she did hear her as she burst into the room, despite the encumbering bulk, exclaifhing breathlessly, “Bress mah soul, Lil Mis*! Why, it sure am Massa Stephen Strong !” “Oh,” she cried, “I am glad! I did not know till you came,” she stopped, then laughed with the abandon of a child, “how very much I wanted to see you.” she held out both hands. He gripped them hard for one long moment, the eyes of the physician keen, % the eyes of the man— what clamored in the eyes of the man? “I am glad I came,” he said simply. No hint herein of the heart clamor, louder than that of his aristocratic clientele abandoned, which had driven him up and up into this white country for just one look into the face of this one woman out of a world of women. Presently, sitting before the fire, he looked across at her with the dependable authority she had always found so satisfying. “Tell me all about it,*’ he said quietly. “Oh, no,” he corrected gravely, “you could never tell all. Tell me what you can.” Almost it was uncanny, the sureness of that mental touch that could lay its finger upon the pulse of one’s inmost being, a physician of mind and soul as well as body. Quite naturally she found herself unfolding the sad and sorry little epic, almost as though she only rehearsed it to herself before the fire. “It was inevitable, you see,” she finished. “It began to be inevitable — ” “From the day you married him.” Strong’s eyes were on the fire. In the red spaces he seemed to see that passage up the aisle of old Saint James to the Mendels- sohn music. She had been very young in her wedding array: no bridal veil had ever filmed a more glorious expectancy of beau- tiful girlhood. He shook himself together. “It began, rather,” he frowned, “back in the blood of the hysteria haunted, drug addicted mother who bore him.” “Doctor,” Maida spoke a little breath- lessly, “there was some inheritance, then — ” “Nothing that he might not have over- come. Old Felix Lassard was virility itself, and came of a virile line. Strong men can overcome heredity. It is only the wilfully weak who shelter themselves behind ‘the sins of their fathers.’ ” “Yes; but,” Maida spoke slowly, “the sins of the mothers — what of them?” He did not seem to hear her. He was leaning forward, gazing with curious intent- ness at the quaint inscription on the clear, shining plate. “A pretty whimsy,” he said. “Now is the winter of our — hum — discon- tent— ” He had risen, as though better to decipher the lettering, and was leaning Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 203 awkwardly over her as he read, “Made glorious summer by — Put down that gun !” The words shot out like bullets ; but over them had rung a report, the splinter of breaking glass, and, in a chink of the wall above her head a bullet struck with a spite- ful spit. She sprang up. Strong had wheeled, and faced the long glass doors at their back. He stood like a statue between her and them; but she felt, rather than saw, the sinister shadow outside. “Open those doors!” There was some- thing in the voice of this man who still stood in front of her that gripped her very soul. The words fell like sparks struck from white-hot steel. Slowly the doors opened. She knew quite well who would be standing on the thres- hold; though the face, twisted and dis- torted, bore little semblance to the once handsome one of Philip Lassard. The wild eyes that looked out of it were fastened in a wide stare upon the man before her. “Come in!” Slowly, as though dragged by some un- seen power, the man came into the room. The frost splintered air outside rushed through the doors. Up from the lake swept the muffled roar of the wild beast in pain, swelled, and broke, and died sullenly away. “Put that gun on the table!” Lassard had been clutching it at his side. With a curious jerk, like that of a vicious child who obeys with sullen longing to dis- obey, and a hate of the power it dared not oppose, he raised the revolver and dropped it on the table. “Now, you beast !” The icy quiet of the voice dropped; the redhot lava of a mighty fury seemed to pour hissing across it. A thousand whipcords of passion were lash- ing this man’s soul. Sir Bedivere growled and bared his teeth. Involuntarily Maida’s clasped hands cov- ered her eyes. They fell at the weird, un- canny sound, neither brute nor human, that was not from the dog. With that halt snarl, half scream, Philip Lassard crumpled up weakly and fell at Strong’s feet. Instantly he was bending over him, the primitive man sunk in the scientist. He looked up at her almost humbly. “Forgive me!” he begged. “I lost myself. But—” he shot a glance up at that sinister hole in the wall, and then back to the beautiful head of this exquisite woman. “God!” he whispered tensely. “My — Call Mam!” he broke off brusquely. “We must get him to bed.” His face was set to impassivity, and the mouth was one hard line. No further whirlwinds would shake the storm centers into outbreak. Indeed, as he went deftly about the work in hand Maida watched him with growing wonder. Gravely quiet, yet keenly alert, of rapid resources and curt sentences — was this man who — Verily, she must have dreamed it all ! But this figure on the bed, this grotesque counterfeit of the dashing young cavalier who had won the romantic girl of her, was ho dream. She noted the unkempt, long hair, the pallid, pasty skin, the dull, black eyes. Then her gaze traveled to the arm hanging inert, punctured with those myriad blue marks that told their own degrading tale. A sick revulsion seized her, and she clung to the bedposts for support, trembling with a curious mix- ture of pity and nausea. She thought her- self unnoticed; but, almost with his back to her, Dr. Strong spoke. “You can do nothing,” he said. “Go get some rest.” She pushed back the hair from her fore- head with trembling fingers. “Rest,” she laughed, unsteadily. “How could one rest ” “But you must!” He lifted the arm hanging over the bed. “Presently he will— not be quite like this. It will be no fit place for you. Mam, take her and put her to bed! See that she goes! Then you come back to me!” He let the arm fall and began busying himself with his medi- cine case. It was finality itself. With an absurdly childish feeling, Maida suffered the old woman to lead her from the room. Left alone, the doctor stood gazing down at the prostrate man. “Presently he will rouse and demand his dope,” he muttered, “he will clamor for cocaine — anything. It will be nauseating business. And this fiend is her husband ! Even the angels in heaven might doubt Omnipotence ! And, of a surety,” he remarked grimly, later, “no Digitized by v^ooQle

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204 The Railroad Telegrapher. Jcvohah had a hand in this. It must have been the devil himself who arranged the sot^ry vaudeville. His majesty’s jests are in damnable poor taste.” It was the hour of three in the morning. The wretched creature on the bed had ceased his revilings. his cursings, his whim- perings. Such utter vileness had run through some of the blasphemies that the soul of Stephen Strong had been physically sickened within him. And yet she, one of the most delicately molded of God’s handi work, had been consorted with this thing! He understood to the uttermost loathely detail all those things she had left untold. At thought of that rare womanhood, its pride and purity and passion of feeling, at the mercy of this Tiberius, the whole great manhood in him rose in revolt. He had kept his own life clean, that he might be worthy to hold her image in his heart. No unworthy thought had profaned the shrine wherein he had set her. And yet this weak, vicious, unspeakable creature, who had alternately mouthed ob- scenity and raved curses through the night for his pitiful drug, had assailed lier ears, bespattered her sensibilities, fouled the whole intangible gossamer fabric of that wondrous inner spirit of woman that no man, even clean of hands and gentle of thought, can hope to handle without soil. He set his teeth hard; but the groan of a soul in agony came through them. The vial of morphia that he held was well-nigh crushed in his grasp. As he turned to place it in the case, the sound of the curtains sliding across their rods arrested him. He paused, the bottle still in his hand. Maida was standing between the curtains. She held them clenched in each hand. Her eyes were fixed upon the vial. “You could give him — all — of — it !” she said. He stared at her, the shock of her sudden presence stronger upon him than her words. She wore a loose gown of silk and lace, falling in sheer folds to her feet. Across its whiteness the wonder of her burnished hair showered its glory. If ever Beauty proclaimed itself, trumpet tongued, it spoke in her — her poise, her gaze, the whole warm vital, intoxicating presence of her. Never was woman a more magnificent tempta- tion. Her words had conveyed no meaning. Only one dominant note went pulsing through the entire heart and fiber of him — He loved her, loved her! “You could give it to him!” she repeated clearly, and took a step forward, pausing just within his reach. “Why — don’t — you?” Now her words struck! They beat into his consciousness at last. Hammering at his brain, they bit deeper and deeper. In the pregnant silence that held them both, each word seemed to shriek at him like a Fury. Then, of a sudden, a mighty wave swept over him. Others came crashing up and broke against his soul — the allurement of her beauty, the greatness of his passion — but the first submerging surge was one of horror. It struck him as the tidal wave strikes the swimmer, and the world about him went black. She, this woman — the woman — for whom his reverence had- been as illimitable as his adoration — she had said — great God! He flung up one arm sharply, as though to shut out from his sight this terrible thing of black and scarlet of which she suddenly seemed the incarnation. But her eyes held him ; the fires within them blazed and held him fast \ “I love you!” called the eyes, and after a moment, “I love you !” spoke the lips. A great cry burst from him. His arms flung out to reach her, to strain her to him, to feed the heart and soul that had starved so long for her, at her lips. He was ter- ribly human, and — she had said she loved him! Between them there was only that wreckage on the bed. She was his by her own admission, by every straining fiber of the man clamoring for his mate. What mattered the thing called Honor, the ragged ethics of the world, the puerile laws of the make-believe that the Lilliputs of men labor- iously constructed? Away with them all! There was but one law: “They twain shall be as one flesh!” Ah, but — there was one other ! What of that God-created thing called conscience? Across the insane raptures of possible pos- session came the black nemesis that should Digitized by L.OOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 205 lead to that inevitable moment when he could no longer stand upright and un- ashamed before his inner self. What love, though it soared high as heaven, could com- pensate for that terrible day when before the judgment bar of his own conscience, he should utterly loathe — himself? For one delirious moment his whole being had rocked to the bliss of his possibilities; but love was not enough ! In every sane and healthy fiber of his being the truth swept over him, that love was not greater than his soul, nor stronger than his self- respect. With all the strength of his man- hood he grasped the terrible temptation that had well-nigh overmastered him, and with the iron of an indomitable will he nailed it to the cross, though his whole racked and bleeding heart was crucified with it. Without looking at the woman, he put the vial he held in the medicine case and closed the lid. A vibrant cry struck across the stillness, a cry of many meanings. He turned at the sound. Maida had fallen on her knees; but her attitude was not of abasement. Her whole face was as one glorified. “Thank God!” she cried. “Oh, thank God!” The tears were running down her face; but her eyes were shining. “Forgive me !” she cried. “Oh, Stephen, it was an awful thing to do; but I had to know! He,” with a shudder toward the bed, “I had believed in him once. I could not trust even the great- est of men — you — without a test. Oh, you will forgive me! I dare not trust again without 1” Only partly comprehending, he looked down at her. Her eyes were pleading as a child’s; but the woman of her glowed radi- ant. “Oh,” she cried, “I am so proud of you! With all my soul I can trust you — forever! Oh, if you had failed me, if you had loved me more than that greatness I adore in you, I think I should have died!” She was trembling all over. He raised her gently. Holding her so, he looked down into hjr face. “It is I who should ask for- giveness,” he said. “Oh, my queen among women, for one — for one terrible moment my world turned to dust and ashes because I thought you meant it” “You ha^ to think that,” she skid simply, and would have moved away; but still he held her. “Maida,” he spoke gravely, “we are great enough for truth. You said you loved me. Was that but part of the test also?” She looked at him fairly. “I said that I could trust you with my soul,” she said.' “I love you above all men! I adore and reverence you next to God !” Once again those wonderful lights flashed up in his eyes. For one moment they stood, merged utterly; then he re- leased her; but Jiis whole mighty love had enwrapped her in an all-enveloping caress, which henceforth she should never miss throughout her life. “Go now, heart of mine,” he said. “To- morrow—” he turned to the bed. “Tomorrow?” Her eyes questioned him. It was the physician that answered. “I will take him to a sanatorium. He will lin- ger for months, possibly a year, hardly more. His heart is .very uncertain.” On the morrow she stood and watched him drive away. The huddled figure beside him was sunk in apathy. At the bend in the road he turned and looked back, and she felt the caress in the long, long, look. Old Mam stood just behind her, watching the sleigh out of sight. “Dat ice ’bout cease its ramb’unctions,” she said presently. “Time, too. Sech a foolishness ! Come summer, it all melt up again.” “Come summer!” Her mistress smiled dreamily. “Ah, my heart — come summer!" She turned to the old woman with a won- derful smile. “Mam,” she cried, “the most beautiful summer of all is the summer that comes — though late in coming — in the coun- try of the snows !” — Yeoman Shield. A FORTUNATE MISTAKE. THE postmaster at Saltpeter Canyon took his feet down from the counter and lounged over to the little pigeon- holed box where the letters were distrib- uted. The door opened and a man strode in and pressed a bronzed face close to the stamp window. “Howdy! Any mail for the Lone Bull?” he asked. Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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206 The Railroad Telegrapher. Simeon Carter reached down a package of letters and thumbed them over deliber- ately. Occasionally he paused to expecto- rate over his shoulder, improving each opportunity by indulging in a prolonged stare at the face in the window. Presently his curiosity found utterance. “Seems like I’ve seen you before,” he hinted. “Where?” asked the other with discon- certing promptness. “I — I don’t remember,” admitted Simeon sheepishly, and then gruffly: “I don't know as I’m inclined to give the Lone Bull mail to anybody that comes along.” “I hope you don’t feel that way,” said the other cheerfully, “but I guess you had bet- ter give it to me. I’ve got Boss Clintock’s order somewhere about me, but I reckon my face is order enough to get the mail from a little two-by-four cracker box like this.” “Young feller, that face of yourn will be your passport to a much hotter place than Saltpeter Canyon,” grunted Simeon, as he leaned an elbow on the window ledge. “To get down to business, here’s a letter for Theodore Crane, a hull bunch for the boss, a paper for Jim Lewis, and, let me see, there’s a postal card for Harry Barry from his uncle at the Springs, saying— um, ah, yes; here’s a postal card for Harry Barry, and that’s all.” “Thanks,” said the other briefly, as he bestowed the mail matter in his various pockets and turned away. Now Simeon Carter’s leathern face was pressed to the window. “There might be a letter for you, young feller,” he insinu- ated, only I don’t happen to know your name.” “I’m not looking for a letter,” said the other impurturbably. “I never get any let- ters.” The postmaster’s face reddened angrily. “Think you’ll string me, eh? ’Spose you’d rather go without your letter than tell your name.” “I don’t mind telling my name,” said tht other cowboy carelessly, “only you didn’t ask me outright. Ask me plumb out and I’ll tell you. Fair and square is my method.” Simeon swallowed his indignation and grinned back at the handsome youth. “What’s your name, young man?” he asked bluntly. “Timothy Lewis,” said the other promptly. “Well, that does beat the bugs !” chuckled the postmaster. “Here’s your letter, Mr. Tim Lewis, and a big fat one it is, too.” He shoved a large, square manila envelope through the opening, and the other glanced at it curiously and thrust it in an inside pocket. Arrived at the ranch office he gave the mail into the hands of Mr. Clintock aiyl went on to the bunk house. There was no doubt about the matter. The envelope was addressed in a feminine hand to “Mr. Tim Lewis, care the Lone Bull ranch, Saltpeter Springs, Mont.” The postmark was Sioux City. Timothy drew out his knife and slipped the blade under the flap. Inside was some- thing wrapped in white tissue paper. With wondering curiosity, Timothy un- folded the wrapping and disclosed a photo- graph— the picture of the prettiest girl he had ever seen. Yet she was an utter stranger to Timothy Lewis. Across the bottom of the picture a few words were penned in the same handwrit- ing, only here the “J” was unmistakable: “To Jim, with Nell’s love.” That “Jim” proved the owner of the picture to be Jim Lewis, who was doubtless waiting impa- tiently below for his weekly budget of mail. A slim allotment was his this time — a folded newspaper; that was all. He propped the picture on his shelf and studied it closely. She was the sweetest — He stopped and drew a sharp, pained breath. Of what was he thinking? There was every evidence that this girl was Jim Lewis’ sweetheart. Was it not well known that that gentleman was economizing on tobacco in an endeavor to raise the price of a mar- riage license? And so this was the girl! There would have to be explanations, of course, and possibly Jim Lewis might take offense because Tim had opened the letter. Nevertheless, it was up to the postmaster at Saltpeter Canyon. Timothy shrugged his shoulders, and tucked the picture away in his breast pocket He would await a favor- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 207 able opportunity before presenting it to its rightful owner. At the supper table they were scoffing at Jim Lewis' use of cheap tobacco. Harry Barry was passing around his handsome new^ Stetson with all the solemnity of a deacon passing the contribution plate. “For Jim's marriage license," explained Mr. Barry, as he poked the hat under Tim- othy’s nose. “We’re all doped with that brand of herbs he’s smoking. Get back to the Broncho brand, Jimmy. We’ll raise tht money for the wedding." Timothy frowned a little as he thought of the face pressed against his heart, but tact required that a contribution be made, so with what grace he could muster he dropped a handful of cigarettes in the hat and went on with his supper. Jim Lewis was growling over his news- paper. “I’ll eat old Simeon alive if he’s keeping back any more of my letters." “Heard anything more about that Tim and Jim letter?” , asked Crane from behind his coffee cup. “Nary. Maybe it’s because I haven’t been near the old scalawag for ten days. I’ve thrashed it out with him for the last time. I feel pretty biling mad tonight, and I've got a mind to go over and thrash him good and plenty," said Mr. Lewis, savagely. “We might go over and wipe out the hull place, take your letter and git," sug- gested Harry Barry, eagerly. “It’s mighty dull nowadays. I feel like I could lick a regiment." “I’ll attend to my own licking," observed Jim dryly. “When I go to hunt down a weazened old scalawag like Simeon Carter, I guess I ain’t feelirig so poorly that I have to take along six picked men, a battery of machine guns and an airyplane scout to help me out. Nixey. That is to be a duet — just Simeon and me, and me coming home with the letter which he says is not for me." In this mood Mr. Lewis was not. to be trifled with, and one by one the men dropped away to indulge in a quiet game of poker near the glowing stove. Timothy Lewis resolved to postpone his interview with his comrade until morning had brought the gloomy one to a more ami- able frame of mind. Incidentally, Timothy could have another look at the picture, which he hesitated to surrender. Toward morning he was awakened by a touch on his shoulder, and he started up to find Jim Lewis sitting on the edge of his bed in a flood of moonlight. “Well," said Timothy sharply, “what’s wanted ?" Lewis crossed one leg over the other and pulled reflectively at his mustache. “I just been over to Saltpeter Canyon and licked that postmaster. On the side I’ve rifled the United States mail, and I’m liable for most anything, and when it was all over but the shouting, old Simeon barks out he’d give the letter to Mr. Tim Lewis, which is you, I believe.’’ Mr. Lewis’ voice was dan- , gerously silky. “That’s my name,'’ snapped Timothy, now wide awake. “That letter was given to me by mistake. It surely was addressed so it looked like ‘Tim,’ and I opened it. Of course, as soon as I saw what it was I knew it wasn’t for me. I was going to give it to you in the morning.’’ “Honest?" demanded Jim Lewis. “Yes," returned Timothy, quietly, and such was his reputation among his com- rades that his word was never doubted. Jim Lewis held out his hand, and Timothy reached under his pillow and drew out the letter. “Here it is," lie said. “You’re taking pretty good care of it." commended Jim Lewis, as he peered curi- ously in the end of the letter and then drew forth the photograph. He held it to the moonlight and stared and stared again at the face. Then he scanned the superscrip- tion on the envelope. “Well, I’ll be hanged if it isn’t little Nell ! Of course I thought it must be from Lulu !” The disappoint- ment in his tone emboldened Timothy to ask a question. “Who is Nell?" he asked bluntly. “My sister," said Jim Lewis, proudly. “She teaches school in Sioux City, and she’s the purtiest girl out— except Lulu Gilbert— of course, always except the future Mrs. Lewis." He tucked the picture away in his pocket and seemed smitten with some happ> thought, for he asked suddenly: “What’d you have it under your pillow for? Now, that's pretty good, Tim. Don’t you blow to Digitized by Google

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208 The Railroad Telegrapher. the chaps about my end, and I’ll keep it dark about your blushing over Nell’s pic- ture. What say?” “Agreed !” said Timothy, promptly. “And I say Jim, the next time you go to Sioux City will you take me along?” “Sure thing. I’m going to marry Lulu there in about two weeks, so you can go along and be best man. It’s to be done in style. If you ever call me brother-in-law, Tim Lewis, you can thank that old scala- wag at the post office.” “Scalawag !” breathed Timothy, fervently. “The only name that’s good enough for Simeon Carter is Cupid, postmaster!” — By Clarissa Mackie, Journal of Industry. “WILLIAM VOGEL.” THE man at the library table laid down the small volume he had been reading and looked at his watch. “By George,” he muttered, “i o’clock. That’s certainly a queer book. Let me see — what was it he said about dual personal- ity?” He picked up the volume and turned back a few pages. “Here it is.” He held the book under the light of the student lamp and slowly read a paragraph. “The normal man has a double personal- ity. There is himself as his fridnds know him. This is the actual man to outward appearances. Then there is the man the man knows — the man of the actual man’s imag- ination— the man of his dreams— the man he would like to be — the man he envies. If the actual man be mild and irresolute, the man of his dreams is bold and firm. If the actual man be timid, the dream man is heroic. If the actual man be bold and reso- lute he will create a creature who possesses the milder virtues he lacks. Can this dream ideal be crystallized into something real; can it be molded into the character of the actual man? Can the actual man so conse- crate his thoughts upon this double that he can bid it step from the gilded frame of fantasy and then amalgamate it with him- self— rounding out his personality and fill- ing in his deficiencies? I say yes. I bid the actual man experiment with his double. Try it on some small detail. Do as the other man would do. Try it.” The reader laid down the book. “That’s queer stuff,” he muttered. He looked at the title page, “Dualities, by Wil- liam Vogel, eh?” He closed the book. “You are an adept at writing nonsense, William,” he said. “Of course, I know the man you mean. You are right about that. I know I’m mild and irresolute and he’s bold and firm. I’ve thought about him a good deal. I’ll admit I envy him and often wish I had some of his courage. Now that you tell me that there is something sub- stantial about him, William Vogel — which is foolish, of course — I’m going to honor you by giving him your name.” The man suddenly laughed and was about to turn down the light when he paused and picking up the book took it to the bookcase and dropped it behind a row of books. “I don’t care to have Angie bothered by your phil- osophy, William,” he said. He paused a moment by the table. He was a slender man of medium height, a man of forty, light haired and pleasant faced. He turned out the lamp and went to bed. At the breakfast table the next morning he looked across at his dark-haired little wife. “I’m still in quandary, my dear,” he said, as he put down his coffee cup. “Over that Edwards tradt?” “Yes, my dear. I don’t know what to do about it. I wish I had more confidence in myself. I’m so shamefuly irresolute.” The little wife shook her head at him. “Now, John Sinclair,” she said, “you mustn't worry. It upsets you. Let the tract go.” He arose from the table. “I’m going to consult William Vogel about it,” he suddenly said. “Who is William Vogel?” “He’s the man on my floor in the same line of business.” “Well, don’t be ra'sh.” “Rash !” repeated John Sinclair, almost bitterly. “I. never was rash in my life. Goodby, dear. When he came home to dinner the watch- ful little wife saw that his face was flushed and his eyes shining. “What is it. dear?” “I’m pleased 6ver a little incident that happened on the elevator in our building Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 209 tonight,” he answered. “The elevator man is a surly fellow, big and bull-dozing, and everybody has seemed afraid of him. But I had William Vogel with me in the car when the big brute growled something im- pudent to a little typewriter girl who got on at the tenth floor, William opened up on him hot and heavy. I never heard a more peppery dressing down. The fellow took it like a whipped puppy. And say, you never saw a man more pleased than Wil- liam Vogel was when the little typewriter girl, with tears in her eyes, thanked him for protecting her.” His wife looked at him curiously. ‘‘You seem to think highly of' this Mr. Vogel,” she said. ‘Tve admired him for a considerable time,” John Sinclair replied, and his face suddenly flushed. “Tomorrow he is going to hear all about that Edwards tract.” “Do you have so much confidence in him, John?” He suddenly smiled. “I don’t know him very well yet,” he said, but I’m sure I’m going to like him.” That night after his wife had retired, John Sinclair brought out the little volume and looked it over. “I think better of you tonight, Herr Vogel,” he said in a low murmur. “I think so well of you and your dualities that I’m going to test you still further.” And he laughed and hid the book and went to bed. The next day he was busy at his desk when a dark little man with stooping shoulders entered the room. “How do you do, Mister Sinclair?” he said with a strong foreign accent. John Sinclair looked up and the little man bowed low. “Hullo,” said John. “You here again?” What’s wrong?” “Nothing is wrong, Mister Sinclair, sir. I drop in when I am so near. It is for the graeting. I hope you are healthy, Mister Sinclair, sir.” “I am quite well, thank you.” “You were so kind when the payment on the house was not to the day settled that I am pleased to give you the little book — with the money for which you so kindly wait. Did you like the little book?” The dark man looked at John Sinclair expectantly, with his head very much on one side. “It’s a curious little book,” John re- plied. “It iss a wise little book,” said the caller. “I am Galician, Herr Wilhelm Vogel is Prussian. But he iss known of Galicia. At Novitzburg there was a sick Englisher. He liked Herr Vogel’s book. He said: T will write it into English and have it printed into English. It iss a wise book.’ So he wrote it into English and it was in the print shop and on the press when the fire broke out — such ? fierce fire — and the what you call sheets were burned, only two of the sets escaping. And the one is mine which now iss yours. And the other iss in the big library by Novitzburg — for the Englisher is dead.” He had spoken quite rapidly and with many gestures. Now he suddenly paused and again looked expectantly at John Sin- clair. “I thank you,” said the latter. “The book is interesting.” “Read it again, Mister Sinclair, sir. You find it helps you. Vogel knows. I wish you well, Mister Sinclair.” But he was back again in a moment. “Keep it to yourself, Mister Sinclair, sir. It iss not well to have a wise book for everybody. It iss for you, Mister Sinclair. f wish you well.” John Sinclair stared at the open doorway, but this time the little man did not come back. John suddenly laughed. "It appears that I possess half of the book. Only two copies are known to be in existence, and both can be traced. He laughed again and returned to his work. That night his face beamed upon his wifi as she opened the front door. “A little late, my pet,” he said, as he fondly kissed her, “but you will excuse the delay when I tell you what caused it. Really, it’s too good to keep. I must tell you now.” “But the supper, John.” “The supper can wait.” Digitized by Google

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210 The Railroad Telegrapher. The little wife stared at him. “Why, I hardly know you, John, dear. You seem taller and bigger. And you speak so commandingly. What has hap- pened to you, dear John?” He flung down his hat and outer coat. “I’m elated, dear. I’m drunk on the elixir of good fortune. I'm on very good terms with myself. That’s the explanation.” The little wife looked at him anxiously. “Sit down, dear,” she said. I’m afraid you are nett well. You look feverish.” It’s the gold fever, my dear girl,” he laughingly cried. “Ive bought the Edwards tract.” Her eyes opened wider. “But I thought that would make you very serious — it meant such a heavy burden.” “Do I look serious?” “No, John.” “Am I bending beneath a heavy burden?” “I never saw you stand so straight, dear; but I don't like the way your eyes glitter.” “They’re justified in glittering, my dear. Sit down and stop looking scared. I’m going to tell you in words of one syllable, as far as possible, all about it.” She sat beside him and smoothed his forehead gently with her little hand. “It’s very hot, dear.” “You fussy little woman,” he cried, and gave her a bearlike hug. “You can’t look upon me in any other light than as a child that needs coddling, can you? Never mind. There’s a story to tell and a dinner to be eaten. And there’ll be no dinner until the story is told.” He paused and suddenly chuckled and the round eyes that anxiously watched him grew bigger. “You know how that Edwards tract has worried me. Well, I put the whole case up to William Vogel this morning. William Vogel didn’t hesi- tate. William, you understand, is bold and resolute. I am slow and timid. We wrangled there all alone by ourselves and William won. ‘Buy at once,’ said William. I still hung back in my irresolute way. ‘At once,’ cried William. I had the option on the tract and the other papers in my desk. T rushed out — imagine me rushing, but William was there to hurry me on. I had the papers and a certified check — it cleaned out my bank balance — at old Garlington’s office at 2 o’clock, and fifteen minutes later the tract was mine. There!” She looked at him with a loving smile. “I’m glad you’ve bought it, John, but you mustn’t let it worry you.” He shook her playfully. “No more of that Angie. Why shouldn’t I be worried? Am I something precious that must be kept in jeweler’s cotton? I’m going to worry all I want to worry. It’s good for me. The man who never worries is like a torpid snake— no action; nothing but digestion.” He laughed loudly at her astonished face. “You — you haven’t been drinking, have you, John?” “Nothing but a little invigorator that Wil- liam Vogel gave me. No, no, I’m all right. And I’m certainly not going to worry about that Edwards tract — because I’ve sold it.” “Sold it, John?” “Sold it to the Clemons Rdalty Company. They bought it within an hour after it came into my keeping. They had hesitated just as I did. When it was sold they knew they must have it. They offered me $2,000 bonus. I demanded $5,000.” “Five thousand, John?” “Yes. Think of it. If it hadn’t been for William Vogel I would have been glad to let the whole thing go for the $2,000. And say, Angie, I got the $5,000. Five thou- sand good hard dollars made in one short hour! Haven’t my eyes a right to glitter?” He suddenly caught her up and waltzed about the room with her. She stopped, half laughing, half crying, to catch her breath. “And Mr. Vogel’s commission, John; how much will that be?” “I’ll fix William Vogel all right,” he said. “William will be very reasonable. I’m go ing to give him a good dinner for one thing. Come along.” And he playfully dragged the little woman to the waiting table. That evening John Sinclair — his wife had stepped out of the room — playfully shook his fist at the row of books behind which the little volume was concealed. “I take it all back, William,” he said. “You’re a brick.” Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 211 The next afternoon John Sinclair came home early and went house hunting with the little wife. They had long talked of moving, and now the sudden accession of wealth decided them to lose no time. “Funny thing happened today, my dear,” said John after they alighted from Ihe car in the East End. “I attended a noon meet- ing of the real estate board — I’m a pretty regular attendant, anyway — and intended to be quiet, as usual. But there were some things that happened during the session — there is an intense rivalry on between the Thompson and Jaffray factions — both Thompson and Jaffray want the presi- dency— and it irritated me to get up and say something. I didn’t hesitate. I no- ticed that everybody looked surprised, but that didn’t seem to scare me. I know I went at them hammer and tongs. I had to say some things that were not at all pleas- ant, but I said them with all the earnestness there was in me. And say, when I stopped for breath there was a general cry of ‘Go on, go on!’ Well, I went on and kept up steam to the bitter end. And when I fin- ished there was a whole lot of noise, and Jim Billings — I thought he never liked me- came ' up and shook my hand and said, ‘Good for you, John — that’s the kind of stuff we want — and -why haven’t we heard from you before?’ And then a good many of the members came up and said it was a fine talk and a lot more pleasant things, and I held quite a reception.” The little wife's eyes were shining with pleasure. “That’s fine,” she cried. “But only think of your making a speech like that?” John didn’t smile. “That isn’t all,” he said. “At 2 o’clock Jim Billings called me up. ‘John/ he said, ‘we are going to end this petty war of the board. I’ve got Thompson and Jaffray here in my office and some of the other boys, and we’ve agreed that we must have a com- promise candidate for president, and you’re the unanimous choice. It’s all settled, you understand, and I’ve merely called you up on behalf of the crowd to congratulate you. Good-by.*” He looked at the little woman. “I — I’m awfully proud of you, dear,” she staipmered, and her eyes filled with happy tears. He suddenly laughed. “Don’t forget the credit that’s due to William Vogel,” he said and laughed again. Two nights later John Sinclair came home an hour after his usual time, and the little wife met him with a worried face. When he finally appeared he had his left hand and an arm carefully bandaged. “There, there, little woman,” he hastily cried. “It’s all right. Just a slight bum, that’s all. I’ve had it dressed. An acci- dent, yes. How did it happen ? Why, Wil- liam Vogel was — was experimenting along a new line. He's no more to blame than I am. Don’t say another word about it. It’s William Vogel’s affair, you understand. And I’m hungry as a bear.” And that was all there was to it. John said no more about the accident, but other- wise was talkative ^nd cheerful, and the little wife wisely forbore to question him further. He was in excellent spirits, too, the next morning when he departed, notwithstanding the bandaged arm. Soon after he had gone the bell rang and the little wife answered it. A small boy was at the door, a small boy who handed her a bouquet and a letter and then hurried away. And this is what the little wife found in the letter, which was unsealed : “Dear Lady: I am sending you this be- cause I don’t believe your man is the kind that does himself credit when he talks about his doings, and what he told you I don't know, but these flowers are for him, and I wish they were much finer, and this is how it happened. I was careless with the gaso- line and my Mamie got too near and was afire in a moment. And when I ran to her I was afire, too. I screamed and your man was passing along the street and heard me cry out and ran in like a flash and beat out the fire and fought it like a crazy man and caught up my Mamie and saw how much she was burned and ran down into the roadway with her and shouted at a passing automobile driver and made him stop and Digitized by v^ooQle

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212 The Railroad Telegrapher. jumped in with Mamie and called to me to follow and away we went for St. James Hospital. A policeman tried to stop us and your man swore at the man something dreadful and held up the child — and we didn't stop. And when we got to the hos- pital the doctors said we got there just in time and Mamie would live — and they saw how bad your man was burned — he didn’t know it and they fixed him up and he hur- ried away when I tried to thank him. But ,one of the doctors knew his name and I’m ^ending him these flowers because he saved my baby’s life, and you’re lucky to be the wife of such a good and brave man. Yours respectfully, Hannah Moreland.” That night when John Sinclair came home the little wife gently drew him into the library and, stooping suddenly, kissed the white bandage. “John, dear,” she tremulously said, “you have deceived me shamefully. There is no William Vogel — it’s just you.” “Don’t take him away from me, dear,” cried John, with a queer laugh. “I need him. He’s my better part. Spare him. Besides you are wrong. There is a Wil- liam Vogel.” He hurried to the bookcase and drew out the little volume. “Here,” he cried. “Here is William’s godfather, heaven bless him! Read that, my love.” And he laid the precious volume in her hands, — W. R. Rose in Cleveland Plain Dealer. Digitized by v^ooQle

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Faith. Oh, World, thou choosest not the better part! It is not wisdom to be only wise, And on the inward vision close the eyes, But it is wisdom to believe the heart. Columbus found a world and had no chart Save one that faith deciphered in the skies; To trust the soul’s invincible surmise Was all his science and his only art. Our knowledge is a torch of smoky pine That lights the pathway but one step ahead Across a void of mystery and dread. Bid then the tender light of faith to shine. By which alone the mortal heart is led Unto the thinking of the thought divine. — George Santayana. The House by the Side of the Road. There are hermit souls that live withdrawn In the peace of their self-content; There are souls like stars, that dwell apart, In a fellowless firmament. There arc pioneer souls that blaze their paths Where the highways never ran — But let me live by the side of the road And’ be a friend to man. Let me live in a house by the side of the road. Where the race of men go by — The men who arc good and the men who are bad — As good and as bad as I; I would not sit in the scorncr’s seat. Or hurl the cynic’s ban; Let me live in a house by the side of the road And be a friend to man. I see my house by the side of the road — By the side of the highway life. The men who press with the ardor of hope, The men who are faint with strife. But I turn not away from their smiles nor their tears. Both are parts of an infinite plan; Let me live in a house by the side of the road And be a friend to man. I know there are brook-gladdened meadows ahead, And mountains of wearisome height; That the road passes on through the long afternoon, And stretches away to night. But still I rejoice when the travelers rejoice, And weep with the strangers that moan. Nor live in my house by the side of the road Like a man who dwells alone. Let me live in my house by the side of the road. Where the race of men go by — They are good, they are bad, they are weak, th.ey are strong, Wise, foolish — so am I. Then why should I sit in the scorner’s seat, Or hurl the cynic’s ban? Let me live in a house by the side of the road And be a friend to man. The Weather. The weather happens every day. And every night, too, as to that; You might get up and hie away As far as Banff or Barnegat Or to some far and unknown clime — No matter where, When you get there You would find the weather all the time. In summer it is always warm, In winter it is always cold, With now and then a heavy storm — It has been, so since days of old. In fact, since first the world began The weather’d range Through constant change. By every memory of man. And yet folks seem to think it is A subject that should be discussed; When skies are blue or blizzards bliz Or drought in summer gives us dust. Or rain is threatened, or is not, When people meet In house or street Then mention if it’s cold or hot. Sage, slave, philosopher or king, The peasant or the millionaire, The pagan with his big nose ring, The pirate in his hidden lair, The prisoner, the jailer, too — They all and each ' Make weather speech As though the topic were quite new. So Romeo and Juliet, And Cleopatra and her Marc. And Louis and his Antoinette, And good old Noah on the ark, And Father Adam had their say — And I believe When he met Eve He said: “It is a pleasant day/* —Chicago Post . Digitized by Google

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214 The Railroad Telegrapher. A Painter’s Dream. A painter sat on his porch one night, When his hard day’s work was o’er, And weary from toil, he fell asleep By his hunrble cottage door. He dreamed he was owned by a syndicate, And across the midnight sky. They had ordered him to paint their ad, In letters a full mile high. Aloft on a giant scaffolding From a couple of planets he swung With a brush made of a comet’s tail, High over the earth he hung. But as he started to paint that ad. He listened, and from below There came to straining ears the sounds Of laughter and wails of woe. He saw the crust which the toilers eat, The boards of the rich heaped high. The lights that streamed from palace halls, And his own wee cot hardby. He saw the toiling masses Go each one his separate way, And the chain of poverty closer drawn At the end of the long, long day. He saw his children in the mills, Torn away from home and school, And set to work that dividends Might gild the head of a fool. Ablaze with wrath he turned and wrote In colors of shining light. Across the black of that midnight sky — Workmen of the world, unite 1 A mighty cheer came from below. That echoed through heaven’s dome, And stepping back he tumbled off, And awoke on the porch at home. Who is My Brother? He is my brother who hath need, No matter what his race or creed — Wherever men in anguish cry, Wherever men in sorrow lie. Wherever bitter tears are shed, Where’er the star of hope hath fled, ’Tis thine to comfort and sustain. Let no one cry to thee in vain. Oh, let thy charity extend Beyond the household of thy friend! Thy love search through the world to find The weak and suffering of thy kind. Let charity begin at home, But, oh, forbid it not to roam To seek upon the highways drear The souls that faint for words of cheer I Marcus Peterson. The Mystery. “ ’Taint me,” says the farmer, “Who’s getting the stuff.” “ ’Taint me,” says the packer, “I just get enough To pay a small profit As far as can be.” And all of them chorus Together, “ ’Taint me.” “ ’Taint me,” says the tanner, “Who gets the high price, For high shoes and low ones, For slippers and ties.” “ ’Taint me.” says the rancher “I live and that’s all.” “ ’Taint me,” says the dealer, “My profits are small.” “ ’Taint me,” says the canner, “My margin’s the same.” “ ’Taint me,” says the huckster, “Who’s bracing the game.” “ ’Taint me,” says the gardener, “I’m poor all the time.” “ ’Taint me,” says the grocer, “I ain’t seen a dime.” It’s surely a puzzle To know where it goes; No maker or seller Or any of those Partake of high prices. So they all agree; And I’m a consumer, I’m certain “ ’Taint me.” J. W. Foley Iti N. Y. Times. Many Minds. This world’s a place where life’s a race Not always on the square, But ’tis not sin to w'ant to win And try to do it fair; Though many minds and adverse winds. And envy and deceit, Would check our song, our toil prolong, And our best plans defeat. Let’s do our best, for that's the test Of lofty and of low, To strive for right with all our might. The best that we may know; No more than this in realms of bliss Can ransomed angels do. In time we spent a blest content Will be our spirit’s due. The right and good misunderstood, Maligned and criticised, Though blight and blame remain the same True good howe’er disguised; As many minds and various kinds Make up the multitude. Then every soul strive for the goal — One ideal. — Margaret Scott Hall. Digitized!: AjOOQlC

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Naughtiness. Mother (summoned by defeated nurse). Oh, Maudie, darling, how can you be no naughty ? Idaudie : Easily ! Must Have Fare. Intending Passenger : “Can I go to Scol- lay square without change on this car ?” Fresh Conductor: “No, mum; you need a nickel.” Too True. “Bridget, I feel so ill I wish you would not go out today. Couldn’t you get what you are going for just as well tomorrow?” “Faith, an’ Oi can— tomorrow or anny day. I was'goin’ out to get mesilf a new job .—Harper's Bazar. 8ure. “Don’t you think that we' should have a more elastic currency?” asked the Old Fogy. “It is elastic enough,” replied the Grouch. “Why don’t they make it more adhesive?” — Cincinnati Enquirer. New Light on Socrates. The misunderstanding of words fre- quently causes strange answers. A child who has been taught that Socrates had a wife who was unpleasant to him, and that the great philosopher drank hemlock, when asked the cause of his death, replied: “Socrates died from an overdose of wed- lock.”— Strand Magazine. The Alarming Feature. Professor. Doesn’t it make you sad to sec women wearing feathers of the poor little birds on their hats? Married Man. It isn’t the feathers that make m& sad — it’s their bills ! — London Opinion. No Apollo. Hub. Mary, just look at that man over there. I don’t think I ever saw any one so homely. Wife. Hush, dear, you forget yourself. — Boston Transcript. What He Wanted. Arthur’s mother sent him to the hard- ware store to buy a thermometer. Hi stated his wants to the salesman. “Did your mother say what size you were to get?” asked the salesman. 'Why,” replied the boy, “just give me the biggest one you've got. You see, it’s to warm my bedroom with.” Little Brother Speaks. Florence, who was an ardent admirer of her own vocal qualities, had been selected to sing a solo at a church entertainment. The following morning at the breakfast table she remarked to her younger brother : “Well, I never thought my voice would fill that large hall.” “Neither did I,” answered her brother unfeelingly. “I thought it would empty it.” — Lippincottfs. Profitable Matrimony. “I would like, sir, to ask if you can see your way to give me a raise of salary.” “I’m sorry that I can not see my way clear to do that just now.” “You have given Mr. Smith a raise.” “Mr. Smith is going to be married.” “Will that make him more useful here than he has been, or than I am?” “Certainly. He will be glad to get here early in the mornings, and in a little while he will want to stay as long as he can at night; and, furthermore, he will probably begin before long to carry his lunch, so that he will not waste an hour at noon.” — Chi- cago Record-Herald . Digitized by Google

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216 The Railroad Telegrapher. Man's Preference. Miss Lillian Hill, lecturing on eugenics, in Cleveland, said: “It is a good thing for the human race that beauty counts for more than intellect when it comes to love. Intellect too often means nerves — insomnia — hypochondria. “Yes, it is a good thing for the human race that, as an old maid from Vassar put it rather bitterly: “ ‘Men prefer a well-formed girl to a well-informed one.’ ” — Pittsburg Dispatch. Quite as Remarkable. It was one of the freshman class who, meeting the janitor of the building in which he had rooms, indulged in a callow joke. “Pretty near winter, William; ” he said, jovially. “The trees are getting nearly as black as you.” “Dat’s true, sah,” and William surveyed the elms thoughtfully, as one seeing them for the first time. “Nature’s wonderful, sah, no mistake. Come spring, dose trees’ll be almost as green as you, sah.” Timely Answers. “Do you remember how hungry I was at seven-thirty last night?” “I should say I do.” “Do you know how I appeased my hun- ger in a half hour?” “No; what did you do?” “Eight a clock.” “That’s nothing. Do you remember how unlucky I was at the raffle at twelve- thirty?” “I certainly do.” “Well, I wasn’t so unlucky a half hour later.” “No? I’m glad to know thtf* What did you win?” “One a clock.” This is One on Nick. Some months ago, in one of the many beautiful park spaces in Washington, a statue was erected to the memory of the poet Longfellow. In late afternoon, while the unveiling ceremonies were in progress, two washerwomen of the colored persua- sion passed along the street, rolling their baby-carriages containing the “wash” of their patrons. As they drew near the large crowd of spectators, the admirers of the poet’s work took off their hats and bowed their heads for a moment, during some part of the proceedings. “Hey, what’s dis?” asked one of the col- ored wash-ladies. “Why. dey’s a-unveilin’ a statute to Cun- nel Longfellow,” replied her companion, with an air of familiarity with public events. “Huh, I reckon I’se ign-ant, but who is Cunnel Longfellow?” asked the first. “Why, don’t you ’member?” said the wise one. Cunnel Longfellow is de man who married Cunnel Rusefelt’s daughter.” “O, yes,” said the other, “an’ is dat why dere gibin him a statue?” The Coward. The big steamer had left the pier. The young man on the tar barrel still waved his handkerchief desperately. “Oh, wat’er you waiting fori* Come on,” said his companions disgustedly. “I daren’t,” with one fearful glance back- ward. “What’s the matter?” “She has a field glass,” said the young man. — Everybody's. The Second Man. A teacher said to her class, “Who was the first man?” “George Washington,” a little boy shouted promptly. “How do you make out that George Washington was the first man?” said the teacher, smiling indulgently. “Because,” said the little boy, “he was first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen.” But at this point a larger boy held up his hand. “Well,” said the teacher to him, “who do you think was the first man?” “I don’t know what his name was,” said the larger boy, “but I know it wasn’t George Washington, ma’am, because the history book says George Washington mar- ried a widow, so, of course, there must have been a man ahead of him.” — New York Press. Digitized by Google .

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OUR CROOKED WEALTH ORGANIZA- TION. ABOUT 18 years ago the writer be- came intimately acquainted with a fine girl who was then completing her education in one of the most important colleges of New England. She was a New England girl highly gifted from select par- ents, well cultured, and with the best quali- ties to be found anywhere. They had to become farmers as a matter of financial nec- essity, rather late in their life. They have had a good size farm for many years, in a locality surrounded by good markets, and apparently rich industrial towns and cities. Like multitudes of similar farmers, the com- petition with cheaper western farms has all along kept the family in question, unable to simply make both ends meet. As a conse- quence of that situation, our young lady had to go, like multitudes of our fine young women, into some branch of our industrial and educational inferno. A few years went on, and she married a bright young min- ister full of life and sound ambitions. Hard work, sickness and, not exactly poverty, but something quite as bad (the middle line between poverty and comfort), sent the husband into an early grave. The wife was flung back into that fine industrial inferno of ours, as a private teacher. She has done very well, in that middle region above men- tioned. Her last message to the writer was as follows: “I long for a rich husband, who could leave me free as a writer.” And she is admirably adapted to that line of effort, has been ever since she left her college life. Now, let us meditate for a few minutes on the subject. The situation of that girl, now a woman, represents that of five mil- lions of men and women in this nation of ours. The same happens with all advanced nations, advanced in great many wrong directions, no matter how much good we may have in the grand totality of our life. That has been the case with every genera- tion everywhere. The race would soon vanish, if we did not try to be good in many of our activities. And who can justly blame the fine young woman we have mentioned, for that excla- mation of hers? She only formulated, in a somewhat crude form, in her message to the writer, the natural aspiration of most of us, educated people. If there is anything wrong, in that aspiration, it comes from an education, which imparts desires or needs impossible to realize, with most of us. And why should we have to have our minds poisoned and distorted by longings which are impracticable? Poverty blended with ignorance is bad enough. Poverty blended with an education which lacks logic and sense, that is far worse. To make us pant for wealth and enjoyments under a prog- ress, which forces at least ninety-five per cent of the people, to live and die in the midst of poverty! That is the worst crime of modern education. And it is that mean, , illogical education which denies to us the power to give wealth to all, the wealth of a full comfortable life, with the comfort of a healthy body and mind. And who has that healthy body and mind today ?V The first step of a sound civilization, under a sound education, should have been that of making it easy for all to produce sufficient wealth conducive to the full com- fort of all of us. In lieu of that, modern progress and modern education teaches us, in forms however indirect, to learn how to obtain wealth by obstructing all forms of wealth production, and hence through monopoly contrivances and schemes. That is what we call the organization of modern industries. That organization has vastly increased the number of workers forced to work under bosses and gigantic corpora- tions. That process reduces the stimulus Digitized by Google

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218 The Railroad Telegrapher. of most workers to produce wealth. It is one’s freedom in production that evolves skill and energy in all industrial activities. The extension of the wage system is the most fatal tendency of modern times. To that blunder we have added, in our nation, that of flinging most of our farmers into solitudes. That has demoralized the farm- ers, has impoverished a great many of them, forcing them to farm — on borrowed capital at eight and a half per cent inter- est, when four per cent is all the interest to be obtained under the protection of solid loans and the good credit of the lender. We, wealth organizers, forget that even our job is subject to two essentially dis tinct methods. One is the slave of mono- poly rule, with all its traditional cruelties. The other rests on the beneficent action and influence of the natural law of — Equal Freedom. We, men of high degree, have never tried, on earth, the results of the latter method. It has never been proved that we can only have wealth enough by piling up 1,000 or 5,000 men in an ugly repulsive large building, with machinery adapted to work in the infernal regions. As demand always brings supply, we can have picturesque little buildings and effec- tive musical machinery, through small groups of free partners in small concerns. It is the skill of the individual worker that produces wealth, not the satanic ideals of the wealth organizer. The latter would soon starve, without the former. Give to the worker the power to demand what the order of the universe demands. That is all we need. It happens that in the last 40 years, we have treated ourselves with at least 100.000 rank monopoly laws in all possible direc- tions and manifestations. We have been sowing winds, and are bound to gather whirlwinds. The old organization of wealth is supposed to have been so stupid! Yet. it did not give to the men of that time as much trouble as we are having with our blessed and sanctified modern organization of industries. The writer has vivid impressions of the industrial conditions, 50 and 60 years ago on both sides of the Atlantic, from North to South, in nations from crude to finished, as could then be classified. We were never in love with them, any more than we have ever been with the evolution of modern progress. The two historical periods repre- sent simply different processes in defiance of all natural and divine law. Taken all in all, we feel that the bottom rights of men are today more disregarded than ever, in relation to the needs and aspirations we have created. Is not our wealth organiza- tion more crooked than ever? Jose Gros. GIVING LABOR A HEARING. By the Rev. Charles Stelze. It was my privilege, some months ago to preside at a church and labor conference, under the auspices of the federation of churches in one of the leading cities of the country. The audience was a represent- ative one, consisting of men and women of considerable influence. There were four speakers. One of them was a representa tive of labor. When he got the floor, he simply roasted everybody in the meeting, and gave fits to the churches as a whole. Now that’s all right. The churches need it. But I have found that no one rubs it in harder than do the preachers and church leaders, in their regular, and in their occa- sional conventions and conferences, when they speak of the failings of the church. This speaker for labor insisted that the church never gave workingmen a chance to tell their story, and that the church did not care, anyway. This statement seemed rather curious, under the circumstances, and it caused some in his audience to smile, because he wras even then the guest of hundreds of churches, so that he might speak his mind, and it was known to most of the folks present that he had for some months been conducting labor conferences in one of the city churches, with the privi- lege of saying just what he pleased, and* doing with the meeting precisely as he thought best. It was pitiable that my friend wasted all his time in pointing out the faults of the church, when he might have employed it in telling about the_ needs of workingmen, Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 219 so that he might enlist the co-operation of those whom he was addressing. This fault of workingmen is only too common. When they do get a chance to secure the interest of ministers, they frit- ter it away by indulging in bitter sarcasms and sharp thrusts at real or imaginary neg- lect. Then they will boast of how they •“just skinned those preachers alive.” Well, if that’s the object t>f labor, then they cer- tainly have done a good job. But I take it that it should be the aim of those who are entrusted with leadership in the trades union movement, to enlist every possible influence in behalf of the toilers, and among these influences, few are more powerful than the churches. The churches need education in labor matters, and the average crowd of preach- ers are eager students. There are not many better opportunities for the labor leader than right here. But the job can’t be done with a club. I’d like to feel per- fectly confident, when I recommend a labor man to a church convention, that he will always be a gentleman, able to present the needs of his fellow-workers, without being carried away by personal prejudice or pas- sion, and determined to win by a reason- able presentation of his case. If he fails to win, let him remember that possibly he hasn't put up the best kind of an argument, or maybe his special plea could not stand the test of keenly judicial minds. At any rate, let him calmly think it all out, and study wherein he may strengthen his arguments, and bring to the front those phases of his proposition concerning which there can not possibly be a difference of opinion among right-thinking men. And there are many such. WORD TRANSMISSION IN PROPHECY. It may be news to many of your readers to know that railroading is fore-viewed in Holy Writ by the vision process, the writers not knowing the meaning of what they wrote. For instance, the, prophet saw in his panorama of the future, a huge object puffing smoke and sparks. Not knowing what to call it by intelligent speech, he coined a word as can be found in the reference, viz.: “swaying furnace.” Does this give us a good idea of an engine? Sir Isaac Newton, basing his calculations on certain texts affirmed the possibility of locomotives speeding at the rate of 50 miles an hour. Voltaire negatived the statement by remarking that Newton was getting in his dotage to offer such a hope on the strength of that fabulous book — the Bible. Now the facts bear out the Newtonian philosophy, whereas the Voltaire home has become the scene of a publisher who prints bibles by the score. Likewise, the transmission of words has been given a breadth of meaning not hith- erto understandable. We read “knowledge shall be increased, and many shall run to and fro.” Surely this is a daily truth before our eyes. “They shall go like the lightnings” — every click of the dot and dash fulfills the transmission of the ve- hicles of thought the world around. Thus a world-wide blaze of light is to release men’s minds from the darkness of night, which have enveloped the earth. But with all this increase of intelligence, the sacred book warns of certain powers of the air who can touch the instruments of invention for the transmission of this men- tal illumination, with a power many are not apprised of. This power is in the atmos- phere about the earth, and is known to stu- dents of the bible as “angels, who kept not their first estate,” who are in Tartartus, (meaning our circumnavient air and mis- translated hades). These agencies have a measurable control of the elements, and often impersonate by voice, writing, man- nerisms and familiar incidents, any one in our circle of acquaintance. Joseph Greig. FOREIGN TELEGRAPH. The letter by Bro. Smart, in reference to above subject is misleading, and does not give accurate impression of conditions rela- tive to railroad operating in Great Britain. I was an operator in that country for a few years, and know conditions fairly well in Scotland and England. Operators over the pond do not deal with any train move- ments, this work being done by towermen, who use the telephone. Only railroad and Digitized by VjOO^LC

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220 The Railroad Telegrapher. public messages are dealt with by the oper- ator. The salary varies according to serv- ice, and runs from one pound ($4.86) to two pounds ($9.72) per week. This sum seems small to the operator here, but living is certainly much cheaper. A boarding house, equal to the $6 house here, may be had for twelve shilling ($3) per week, while wear- ing apparel and all amusements are cheaper. My salary, previous to resigning, was equal to $7 per week, and I can safely assert that I had equally as much pleasure in life then, as I now have on $65 per month. Organization is strong there, and has done much good. The oper- ator enjoys two weeks vacation with pay yearly. Full pay when off sick, for a per- iod not exceeding three months, and time and half for overtime or Sunday work. I used to average one Sunday on duty in about six weeks. The eight-hour day is recognized by all railroads, but is not law, and operators can arrange their duties to allow of long week ends, etc. Operators do not wear uniform, but the companies supply uniforms gratis to agents, towermen, ticket clerks, etc. Life under these condi- tions is pretty smooth. Offices in the large terminals employ as many as thirty oper- ators continuously, not bad for a small country. The manner of living is much similar to that of this country, and while I prefer America as a country, no one need fear climate or living conditions over there. D. McNiven, Div. 8. CO-OPERATION. The real secret of success in any enter- prise no matter how large or small is co- operation. This is a well-known fact that will be readily admitted by all practical business men. The railways today that have reached the highest point of efficiency in all the details connected with the transportation for the world’s commerce, owe their success en- tirely to the hearty and unselfish co-opera- tive efforts of the men placed in charge of their different departments. Every railway official or employe, no matter how high or unimportant his position may be, is schooled continually in this respect, and among all the many rules to which they must conform, the idea of exerting every effort under all conditions towards the bet- terment of the service, is made imperative and placed at the top of the list. This same rule applies in every respect to the success of the O. R. T. If you will pick out the different System Divisions today, where the members are enjoying the shorter work day, the best working condi- tions, and the highest remuneration for their services, you will find it is where the individual membership do their part instead of leaving the responsibility of the work and the success of the organization to a few. One of the strongest desires of my life ever since I first came to know what the fundamental principles of Unionism act- ually stand for, has been that I could show it to others as forcibly as it appeals to myself. With this object in mind, I have endeavored on many different occasions to impress upon the minds of the individual membership how very essential it is that each one should shoulder his portion of responsibility and do his duty as a mem- ber. The great difficulty is that so many do not appear to realize how important this is, also the fact that “indifference is the great obstacle in the pathway of progress.” That co-operation is better than competi- tion, is the one thought that is making itself manifest throughout the world today, and in order to understand the amount of logic there is in this idea in so far as it pertains to the O. R. T., just ask yourself the question, “what kind of organization would we have if each member in it, took the same interest in the work that you do yourself.” You do not require to have some one else answer this for you, but be honest with yourself, which is the first law of true life, and the answer will present itself. In order to fully comprehend what Unionism means to the railroad telegrapher, it is necessary to have had experience as a telegrapher, previous to the time that the Union became recognized by the railways. The writer had such an experience, and to put it mildly, some of the injustices that were handed to the employes regularly, were both disgraceful and inhuman. But Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 221 the conditions prevailing today are vastly different, and it must be admitted that this has been brought about . entirely through co-operation, by the telegraphers uniting together and demanding at least a reason- able share of justice and fair play. Only a few weeks ago the management of the Canadian Pacific, and the General Committee representing the telegraphers, came to a deadlock in their negotiations for improved working conditions, and for a time it looked as though a strike was imminent. But when the officials of that great highway became aware of the fact, that over 90 per cent of its telegraphers promptly notified their committee that they were with them as one man in all reason- able demands, to use a very ancient phrase, “they marvelled one with another” at the display of strength. While this action on the part of the men was most gratifying to every person who has the welfare of the craft at heart/ to know that they so nobly rallied round the flag of right and justice at a moment when danger threatened, still, I am forced to be- lieve that if each telegrapher were to do his duty as a member, such a condition of affairs would be out of the question. I believe that the future success of the Order must depend entirely upon the hearty co-operation of the membership, and it is imperative that each one does his part man- fully. It is not only your duty, but a great privilege to engage in such a noble and righteous cause and give it the best that is in you, even though you make enemies in doing so. The man who continually shirks respon- sibility is the poorest type of citizen we have, and the type of man most needed at the present day, is the one who seeing his duty before him, does it fearlessly regard- less of what the world may think, and the consciousness of well doing is an ample reward. I believe, that in order that the teleg- raphers may eventually come into their own, and participate in to the fullest extent the privilege now enjoyed by their fellowmen in other pursuits in life, they must co-oper- ate individually and collectively, thereby bringing their ranks up to the highest state of efficiency. I also believe that co-opera- tion should be extended beyond the ranks of the telegraphers if the much desired goal is to be attained. In holding your regular meetings, instead of getting away back in a room where you are sure no person will overhear your deliberations, why not invite your Super- intendent and Chief Dispatcher to join in with you, and discuss openly the different questions that arise, in which you are both deeply concerned? If you did this, griev- ances and the expense of maintaining com- mittees to look after them would undoubt- edly be reduced to a minimum, and strikes would be out of the question entirely. You can not co-operate and compete at the same time, therefore, I claim that co-operation must not be one-sided or confined within any limited bounds. But on the other hand it should reach out and extend over all concerned, and in this way alone, can tht ambition of our dreams become an accom- plished fact. In conclusion, it is my opinion that when the telegraphers resort to the course of action roughly outlined above, every mem- ber doing his part, that in addition to the many blessings referred to, the only cre- - dential necessary in making application for employment to any railway company on the continent, will be an up-to-date O. R. T. card. Yours fraternally, W. L. McDonald. Digitized by v^ooQle

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FRATERNAL NOTICE. All matter for this department must be in the hands of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer on or before the 28th day of the month in order to insure its use in the following issue. Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. Providence Division No. 35 will conduct its election for Local Chairman of the Providence Division in accordance with Local Dvision Statutes, Section 40; nominations being made at the January meeting. Members of Division No. 35 employed on Old Colony Division may nominate for that division af a meeting of Division No. 35; members of Division No. 35 employed on Midland Division also have the privilege of making their nomina- tions at our meeting. The election for the Old Colony Division will be conducted by Division No. 89, at Boston, and that for the Midland Division by Division No. 29, at New Haven, as in the past. These are important matters and should receive proper attention at our hands. At the coming convention, to be held in Balti- more, this division will be entitled to three (3) delegates, who will be elected at our February meeting. Bro. Lcete, local chairman, Midland Division, was unable to be present at the December meet- ing, the train service making it impossible for him to get away. VVe hope he will be more successful hereafter. He will be warmly received. Bro. G. S. Collins was present but did not make his pres- ence known. All visitors should do this. Vice- President Pierson and General Chairman Manion were with us and the meeting was full of life and business; several applications being received. We are always glad to have the§e two distinguished brothers present, as we know they are interested in our welfare. Both made short but timely re- marks, which were heartily received, taking away with them the season’s best wishes for themselves and those attached to them by home ties. Bro. A. H. Haddock, Secretary-Treasurer Beneficial Association of this division, made his annual report, this being the final meeting of the year 1912, as follows: Receipts. 1911 balance $ .14 Dues 1,046.00 Initiation fees (40) 20.00 Interest 4-35 Refund from member 3 63 Total receipts $1,074.12 Disbursements. Sick benefits paid $214.80 Secretary-Treasurer’s salary 25.00 Miscellaneous expenses 12.23 Total disbursements $252.03 Refund to 76 members in good standing, Decem- ber 21, 1912, $10.75 each, leaving a balance canird forward of $13.09. This report is for the second year of the asso- ciation and shows that it is doing all its promoters have claimed it would, and deserves the support of every member of our division instead of only seventy-six. We can make 1913 even better, if all will do their part. Seven new members have been added since December 21. Bro. Haddock, who, owing to other exacting duties, retired as secretary-treasurer, performed his task with entire satisfaction to all concerned. His records were neatly, carefully and accurately kept, and he is entitled to the sincere thanks of the division for faithful service rendered, aside from the compensation received. He was succeeded by Bro. R. S. Eaton, No. 7 Potter St., East Provi- dence, R. I., one of our young and able members, who will no doubt give a good account of himself. The president, Bro. W. J. Brenner, and vice- president, Bro. J. D. Vandcrbeek, were unani- mously re-elected. The board of directors of the various districts not being completed, will be furnished later. As I am writing, the postman brings me a beau- tiful token of well-wishes and good cheer from our esteemed Bro. L. W. Quick, at St. Louis. Very soon will occur our annual election of division officers for 1913. Our division is second to none. Let us aim to keep it so by selecting for its officers such of our members as are willing and ready to push forward the work necessary to be done with promptness and a real born of a true interest in the welfare of every member and the Order at large. As your correspondent,- there- fore, please accept for yourselves individually and our brothers in general a happy and prosperous New Year. N. Y. N. H. & H. R. /?.— Bro. C. A. Brown goes from Slatersville agency to Alley Falls agency; W. H. Capwell, towerman So. Worcester, to third East Greenwich tower; E. Skelton, towerman Westminster St., to third Hills Grove tower; F. P. Brady, Bray ton Ave. tower, to Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 223 second Promenade St tower, and M. A. Mignault, from East Greenwich tower, to first Stonington tower, all on bid. So. Worcester tower third seems to be “not wanted.” Brothers send in your news items if you wish to see them in The Telegrapher. J. D. V., Div. Cor. New York, N. Y., Div. No. 44. Our regular December meeting was called to order or. the 14th, at 9 p. m., with our worthy Chief if* the chair. All officers and forty mem- bers present and six new members were reported. The Committee on Sick Benefit reported prog- ress, much important business was discussed and disposed of, and the meeting. adjourned at 11 p. m. Bro. C. B. Van Nostrand, our chief, has re- turned from a pleasant two weeks* vacation with relatives in Omaha, Neb., very enthusiastic over the hospitality of those western people. Long Island R. R. — We regret to note the death of Bro. R. C. Lefferts, late relief agent, at Woodmere, December 5th, from an attack of appendicitis. Also that of Dispatcher John Canning, general offices. Long Island City. He leaves a host of friends, who extend their sincere sympathy to those near and dear to him. # Bro. Tanner, third Hollis, on a 30-day leave, is in the Railway Mail Service, running on trains 4 and 19 on the Montauk Division. We all wish him success; relieved by Bro. Hart. Bro. A. T. Pierce, second Hicksville, visiting friends and relatives in Chicago, St. Paul and Milwaukee, was relieved by Bro. Powers. Bro. L. F. Young, who was assisting his father at Stony Brook as telegrapher, is now on second at Sy osset “S” cabin. Bro. Redding, agent Springfield, while visiting friends at Binghamton and Elmira for a week, was relieved by a new man. Bro. Crotty, second Queens, off a day, was re- lieved by Bro. Donovan. Bro. Wilkins has returned from third Valley Stream to second Hempstead. Tower Department — Bro. Gregory, third “RJ” tower, Hillside, off owing to illness in his family was relieved by Bro. D. H. Powers. Bro. Kaiser, second Syosset “S” cabin, bid in first there and Bro. Jacobs bid in first Metropoli- tan Ave. “MX** tower. Bro. Harwood is now on third “DF” tower, at Fresh Pond Jet. Bro. J. B. Gallagher bid in second Penna. Ave. cabin, and W. T. Studley bid in third “FB” Ave- nue tower. Four new towers will probably be erected shortly to cover the new Jamaica terminal, now being con- structed. The old towers will, no doubt, be abol- ished and the positions with them. The working conditions and rates of pay at these new towers will, no doubt, be somewhat different, and they will probably be advertised and assigned accord- ingly. The year just passed was a prosperous one and many good things were accomplished. Let us stand more firmly together than ever, and make this year, 1913, a memorable one. “United we stand, divided we fall.” New officers for this year and delegates to the next biennial conven- tion, at Baltimore, will be elected at our February meeting, and we should elect the best men for the positions, regardless of any personal feeling or friendship. Div. Cor. Station Department — We hardly ever see an item about the station service. I hope the brothers hereafter will send me all the news they can about this department so we can have a good write-up each month. Agent Baker and family, of Amagansett, spent a 15-day vacation in Virginia, relieved by Relief Agent Walters. N Agent Fanning, of Wainscott, has returned from 15 days* vacation at Washington, D. C. Agent Rhall recently bid in Woodmere, but only staid a few days when he returned to Bridge- hampton. Agent Louis Monsell bid in Watermill, Agent Whitman going to Patchogue as freight clerk, vice Walters, resigned to engage in poultry raising; Whitman will also act as station master, vice Breenan, clerk in the senate at Albany. Agent Hilborn, of Good Ground, recently went to New York to get an auto to carry the parcels post. Agent Drake, at Quogue, who has been off sick since last fall, returned to work January 1st. Mrs. Drake handled the position very satisfactorily during her husband’s absence. Agent Peacock, of Islip, resigned, relieved by Relief Agent Booker, pending bids. The brothers who did not show up at the union meeting Sunday, January 19th, missed a very inter- esting and instructive taik by President Pierson. There will be more of these meetings in the fu- ture. They are called at 2 p. m., so the brothers east of Manor and Speonk can catch 2014 at Jamaica. Brothers, be careful about leaving your stations without permission from Mr. Farrell, which he will always grant if possible. Failure to heed this pointer may get you in trouble. There are lots of “sparrows.” When you get a circular letter from Mr. Farrell’s office take it as a tip and brace up. Some of them have “done time” for letting parties get by with excess baggage. Remember this also. R. G. R. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to His reward our beloved Bro. R. C. Lefferts, in mani- festation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- Digitized by Google

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224 The Railroad Telegrapher. tend to the sorrowing parents and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved parents, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. L. Martin, J. S. Thuma, A. F. Heller, Committee. Woodsville, N. H., Div. No. 45. Boston & Maine R. R., Passumpsic Diz'tsion — We should be represented in the journal each month. There has been nothing in the last three issues from this division, and some one should he appointed correspondent, and the others send him the items, changes, etc., by the 20th. Our committee is in Boston negotiating for a revision of our present schedule, and we must wait patiently, as it will look out for our welfare and make a satisfactory settlement. In the mean- time we should do our best to get in all the non-members possible. They are all wondering now how much “we’’ are going to get and they will let the rest of us pay for it. Dispatcher J. A. Ahern has been appointed train master. He has our best wishes. Bro. Bill Bonner is on second “NA” and Bro. Ray Lilley back on third. Bro. Carl Sweeney is on the side wire there, Bro. Robinson being in Mr. Paige's office. Bro. Robinson has been a fre- quent visitor at “JC” lately, and it’s rumored that No. 5 wire is to be cut at “BX,” as it’s useless north of there. Mr. Roland is on third “JC,” bid in by Bro. Scully, who is on second there until filled. Bro. Donahue, of “JC,” was off a few days recently owing to illness in his family. Bro. Harry Bailey, of “JC,” has a new Martin vihro- plex and is handing out the “Morse’’ in fine shape. Chief Dispatcher Paige has returned after six months’ leave on account of sickness and is look- ing fine. The boys will soon be moved into an office adjoining the Western Union at the junction, where they will be in communication with the yard and agent’s office at all times, which will better the service in many ways. Brothers, pay up your dues promptly. Don’t forget your obligation and you will have protec- tion at all times. Get your new card, start right and keep up to date. Fraternally, F. O. White Mountains Division — First Littleton; second and third Canterbury; Tilton, Lakeport and Meredith, third, and second Plymouth, are on bulletin. Bro. Brown is on first Littleton, Bro. Becbard and Mr. Harris on second and third Canterbury, and Mr. Bishop on third Meredith, pending bids. Mr. Thomson, third Til- ton, pending bids, while sick two weeks, was re- lieved by Mr. Fulton. Bro. Mathews, third Lake- port, has resigned to enter the railway mail service, relieved by Caswell, pending bids. Bro. Blake, while in Boston on committee work was relieved by Bro. McKenna at Plymouth. Bro. Lester, third Plymouth, is on second there pend- ing bid. Mr. Mallette is on third, owing to the sudden illness of Mr. Bishop, of third Meredith. Bro. French, second, and Dillon, first, worked 12-hour shifts for one day, and Mr. Harris, second Canterbury, went to Meredith one night, causing 1 2-hour shifts by first and third men at Canterbury, owing to the scarcity of spare teleg- raphers. One of our spare operators on third Plymouth went to Campton recently to secure some back pay, intending to return on No. 69; becoming confused he boarded No. 72 by mistake and landed at East- side about 8 p. m., too late to get a train back, consequently the second trick man had to work all night. Bro. Macomber, at Weirs, on vacation, was re lieved by Bro. Burnell, now at Lincoln. Boys, if you know of any jobs not being bulle- tined, write Chairman Blake at Plymouth at once. We must be sure and do this if we wish to keep things up to date as they should be. Send me some news if you wish to have our division represented in the journal. “JS” Campbellton, N. B., Div. No. 61. Intercolonial Ry. — Bro. Johnson, relief dispatcher, secured Monc- ton second trick, regular dispatcher Bro. McKay, from “RO” bidding in “KS.” Not many of the boys on this division got any vacation Christmas on account of the scarcity of men. Bro. Wather is on the sick list. We all wish him a speedy recovery. The boys are hot after their new schedule. They are going to get it right away and keep clear of the nons too. On account of Bro. Spencer getting hurt with the semaphore, which laid him up three months, Bro. Wood and he have traded jobs for three months. We hope he will soon be entirely re- covered. We all congratulate Bro. Steeves in securing such a fine new station and dwelling. The boys along the line are getting lots of relief work this season, but very few carry an up-to-date. Boys, we must line these nons up before it’s too late. "“A stitch in time saves nine,” sometimes. Brothers, wake up and send in a few notes by the 20th of every month for The Telegrapher. J., Cert 93. Rochester, N. H.f Div. No. 65. Our December meeting, held at Rochester on the 14th, was attended by Bros. P. T. Harrity, E. J. Scott, C. P. Lord, G. F. Berry, Chapman, H. G. Emery, Gilbert, G. D. Emery, McDonough, M. J. Donovan and Beacham. The applications of Mrs. A. B. Mooney, Lake Shore Park, and M. B. Ha»- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 225 rity were received at this meeting, and those of Mr. Poitras, Rockingham first; Mr. Adlington, Cummings agency, and Mr. Lcnfest, Gonic agency, since then. Among those present at the meeting of this di vision at Rochester, Saturday evening, January nth, were: pilet Telegrapher, P. T. Harrity; first vice-chief, H. A. Beachara; second vice-chief, G. D. Emery; C. R. Chapman, J. A. McDonough, C. P. Lord, F. H. Gilbert and D. J. Donovan. The transfers of Bro. J. A. Reed, from Division 152, and Bro. D. J. Donovan, from Division 105, were received at this meeting. Past chief Bro. C. p. LorJ acted as secretary in the absence of Bro. C. E. Scott. W. L. Anger, Lynn Confmon and M. S. Hine-, formerly agent at Eliot, both of whom have left the railroad service, and C. F. Couhig, Spinney’s Switch second trick, were dropped for nonpayment of dues. Applications were brought to the meeting by Assistant Local Chairman McDonough on the western route for H. E. Adlington, agent Cum- mings; J. E. Grimes, assistant ticket agent, Dove-, and Horace Woodman, telegrapher, Biddeford. The application of H. N. Lenfest, agent Gonic, was sc cured by the secretary. Bro. Fred L. Clifford, of West Gonic, overcome by a nervous shock, Sunday, December 8th, died the following Wednesday. A floral pillow was sent by Division No. 65 to the funeral, held at West Gonic, Sunday, December 15th. B. & M. R. R., Portland Division — Bro. E. J. Scott, Mt. Whittier, while in Boston on the general committee, was relieved by Bro. C. E. Scott, of Wolfeboro, and later by Mr. Far- lar, recently yard master at Waltham “F;” Bro. Scott relieving Bro. Farley, second Wakefield, while spending the Christmas holidays at his home in Springfield, Mass.; Bro. Jordon bidding in Wamesit tower second. Bro. A. J. Eaton, a’gent North Berwick, takes third there. Bro. Lovejoy, agent Conway, confined to his house owing to quarantine restrictions over his family, wa6 relieved by Bro. Merrow. Bro. F. E. Allen, Cummings nights, bid in W’est Kennebunk third, Mr. Mears, spare, bidding in “BR.” Bro. H. E. Adlington, Cummings, was relieved a day by Bro. C. E. Scott, and Bro. M. B. Harrity, South Berwick, by Bro. P. T. Har- rity, the split trick at Rochester being abolished. Later Bro. P. T. Harrity relieved Bro. Appleby on second trick there during his absence. Bro. Treamer, spare, bid in Lowell Jet. “Y” nights, .and Bro. E. S. Kelly, freight cashier at Saco "W" bid in Salmon Falls “W” agency. Bro. Kimball, Kennebunk, spent Xmas week in Boston, relieved by Sister Stimson. Bro. Sinclair, Ossysee, away a week at Xmas, was relieved by R. Y. Scott, of Wolfboro. Bro. A re son, recently operated on for appendi- citis, displaced on first Newburyport by Mr. Rogers, is relieved on second there by H. L. Snow, a B. & O. old-timer, for several years with the General Electric at Lynn. Someone see that he secures an up-to-date. Mr. Murphy, spare, relieved Bro. Emery, secord Jewett. Bro. Dandelin, at second Spinney’s Switch a few days, is now with the Western Union in Boston. Another assistant trainmaster has been appointed, making five on this division. Mr. Mears, from Union, bid in Cummings n’ghts. The general committee meets the management January 6th. The brother who recently told a non that he was not going to pay any more dues until the committee secured a raise for him certainly showed a lack of the spirit that should be prevalent among our members. Those who have not already paid their dues to June 30, 1913, should do so at once and give the committee the proper financial sup- port, without which it can not accomplish all it otherwise could. Bro. Beaton second Portsmouth, while off sick, was relieved by Mr. Crowley, of third there. A party who was recently declared a non in these columns, whom the writer said should be treated in accordance with our maxim, “no card, no favors” because he would not take out an up- to-date, has opened his vials of wrath upon myself and is threatening to prosecute me by law for writ- ing that statement. He has been enjoying all the benefits of our schedule for which the rest of us have paid our money. I do not see how such men can accept the benefits the O. R. T. has secured for us on the B. & M. without feeling a troubled conscience. Bro. Waterstreet, who was formerly at Union, is now with the “Frisco” at Celina, Tex. We wish him success. “WA” can imagine us up here in New Hampshire wading in the snow while he enjoys the warmer climate. Bro. C. R. Bartlett, Spinney’s Switch second, who has been sick for the past year, has not yet fully recovered. Bro. McNall. at Lynn last summer, is now with the Western Union at Pawtucket, R. I. M. I. Evans, agent Wilson “NH,” bid in Old Orchard agency. “SI.” Portland Division , Main Line Western Route — Bro. Gartland, Kennebunk nights, bid in freight clerk’s position at Saco “W,” relieved by Bro. Treamer, until bid in by Bro. E. S. Kelly, who had previously bid in Salmon Falls agency. Bro. Tebbets, Nashua union station, is nofr on Reading second. Bro. Treamer, spare, bid in Wakefield second vice Bro. Jordan, who bid in Wamesit tower second. Later Bro. Treamer was displaced by Bro. Dearborn, owing to Biddeford second being abolished. Bro. Kimball, Kennebunk days, was Relieved a week at Xmas by Sister Stimson, who later went to Salmon Falls “W” pending bulletin, vice Mr. Palmer, now acting cashier at Biddeford “W.” Mr. Barber, Jr., goes to Worcester freight agency, Mr. Waldron general agent at Concord, N. H., going to Lawrence general agency. Digitized by Google

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226 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. C. L. Beaton, second Portsmouth, sick a few days, was relieved by Bro. Berry, first Spin- ney’s Switch. Third there has been abolished. Mr. Couhig relieving Bro. Bartlett of second on sick leave. Saco “E,” nights, has also been abol- ished. Bro. Arason has returned to second Newbury- port after an operation for appendicitis. We are glad to hear him on the wire again. It is now Bro. Beegan, Everett Jet. tower second, recently local chairman of the local Brotherhood of Towermen on the Eastern Route. Mr. Snow, “RD” second, is now at Revere and Bro. Lynes bid in second Jewett. The latter wras relieved three weeks by Mr. Murphy, owing to the illness of his mother. Some of the agents have purchased hand sleds to haul the mails between postoffices and stations, on account of the parcels post. “Billy” Shannon has been made third trick dispatcher on this route. Mr. Blake bid in Lowell Jet. “X” nights, and P. J. O’Connor bid in the vacancy in “BM” dispatcher’s office nights. Bro. Berry was away several weeks, owing to the sickness and death of his mother. He has our heartfelt sympathy. Branches — Bro. J. C. Newbury, agent Hayes, who relieved Bro. E. J. Scott while on the general committee in Boston, was relieved by Bro. L. R. Clark, from Keene. E. L. Urie, White River Jet. freight house, is at Union, pending bids. Sister Hoar was relieved at Somersworth for Xmas holidays by C. A. Hanson, Rochester. The general agency at Rochester has been bulletined at $110 per month, vice Mr. O’Neil, resigned. Second Peabody has also been bulletined again. W. M. Sanborn, general agent at Sanbornville, has re- signed and the agency there bulletined at the salary shown ir. the schedule. Bro. Forrest, Madison, away, was relieved three days by Sister McDonald, of Wolfeboro. Bro. Waterstreet, formerly at Alton Bay and Union, has transferred to Division 32. Bro. H. C. Lovejoy, agent Conway, has resigned to become treasurer of the Conway Savings Bank. We wish him success. Bro. E. M. Merrow, Con- way, is going to dispose of his motorcycle. Com- municate with him if interested. Two Maine Central log trains are running every day between Glen and Conway. Thanks are due Bro. Kimball for the western and Bro. C. L. Beaton for the eastern route items. Bro. C. E. Scott has received a solid gold emblem ring from St. Louis as his reward for securing five new members in the prize contest. The members of the division have all been in- vited to attend the joint meetings of Divisions 41 and 89, at the American House, in Boston, Mass., on Wednesday, March 12th. Those who can get to Boston 'on that date should not fail to accept the invitation. The writer intends to enter Leland Stanford, Jr., University, at Palo Alto, California, next Au- gust. The course of studies to be pursued there will make it possible for him to enter the pro- fession that he has chosen for himself. C. E. Scott, Secretary. CARD OF THANKS. Gonic. N. H., January 16, 1913. To the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, Rochester, N. H., Division No. 65: I wish to express my sincere thanks to the brothers of ‘Division No. 65 for the beautiful floral tribute and the sympathy shown me at the time of my dear brother’s death. (Signed) Miss Annie B. Clifford Truro, N. S., Dlv. No. 66. Intercolonial Railway — The following resolutions were passed by this division owing to the transfer of Bro. Forbes: Whereas, Bro. G. O. Forbes, who has been our painstaking and efficient secretary for so many years, has been transferred from the division, and Whereas, Bro. Forbes has been an indefatigable worker in the cause of unionism in general, an 1 of Division No. 66 in particular, therefore be it Resolved, That we express to Bro. Forbes the unanimous thanks of this division, and sincerely hope that his future may be crowned with the suc- cess he so well deserves, and be it further Resolved, That in our expression of thanks for past services we embody a sense of loss the divi- sion has suffered by his removal from oux midst. J. E. McDonald, Sec’y. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom has suddenly removed from our midst our worthy brother, William A. Harris, and Whereas, Bro. Harris was one of the oldest and most highly esteemed members of our divi- sion, therefore, be it Resolved , That while we bow in submission to the divine will, that the members of Truro Divi- sion No. 66, O. R. T. take this means of express- ing their sorrow at the loss of so estimable a brother, and be it Resolved, That we extend to Sister Harris and family our heartfelt sympathy, and commend them to the keeping of Him who doeth all things well, and be it further Resolved, That our charter be draped in mourn- ing for a period of thirty days, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes, pub- lished in Tub Railroad Telegrapher, and a copy sent to Sister Harris. W. P. Hutchinson, F. A. Steck, I. D. Maisfutt, Committee. Digitized by L.OOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 227 Boston, Mass., Div. No. 89. At the December night meeting a number of applicants were admitted to membership. After routine business was disposed of the revision of our schedule was taken up, consuming the major portion of the evening. Bro. Manion was show- ered with all kinds of questions, and advised us to keep in close touch with the committee so that when it returns for farther information and in- structions we will know what and how to advise. Along these lines Bros. Ross, Bartlett, McLeod and Mullen were also heard. Bro. Kingsley in a jocular, yet convincing way, had the boys in tears and laughter, explaining the working of the schedule on his end of the road. Bro. Mullen showed that his ideas were con- servative instead of radical, and thought it a good plan should any controversy arise to hold special meetings in the larger railroad centers, such as Boston, New York, New Haven, Hartford, New London, Providence, Springfield, etc., as informa- tion of this nature usually, conveyed by corre- spondence does not carry the proper spirit which is desirable in times of this kind. Several other speakers were heard on various subjects when the meeting adjourned. At the daylight meeting officers were nominated, also delegates to the convention. There are sev- eral candidates for each office, except secretary and treasurer. Some of the brothers who never attend a meet- ing were right there when nominations were in order. Worthy chief Bro. Kerns called the January night meeting to order promptly at 8 p. m. Several candidates were admitted and one proposi- tion for sick benefit allowed. Bro. Manion spoke interestingly upon matters of schedule revision. Worthy past chief Bro. Ross, Chairman of the New England Congress of Railroad Telegraphers, Agents and Towermen, to be held at the Ameri- can House, March 12th, was \cry enthusiastic over the outlook for a successful meeting. Several of the grand officers will address the congress. All members are invited and admission is by pass- word. Notice will be sent to all members stating time and location. The committee exte'nds a cor- dial invitation to all. The Midland Division added fifteen new names to its roster since December i, 1912. We are more nearly solid now than at any time, but the wise acre says: “Silence is golden.” The general committee is in executive session with the company officials at New Haven. While uniform the new passes are smaller in size, but some find them rather too long or too short in the making. *V. Y.. N. H. & H. R. R., Midland Division— Chief Bro. J. E. Kerns, bid in Roxbury station, Bro. Mead resigned. Bro. Harry Ford is spending his vacation at Red Bank. N. J. Bro. Stevens, formerly at Forest Hills, is now working spare, making more money. Bro. Goble, an old-time freight conductor, who lost a leg in the service, secured Clerondon Hills tower. Bro. Savage bid in Norwood Jet. second, Bro. Arthur Burke going to 214 tower, vice Bro. Kings- land, going to dispatcher’s office. Bro. J. J. Burke secured Hampton third, and Bro. Cook second. Bro, Mclntire left Millville Heights for Oxford. Bro. Bartell is now in Boston dispatchers office. We miss Bro. Gallagher’s continued call for information from Forest Street nights. Bro. L. C. Turner celebrated Christmas by get- ting married. Congratulations. Bro. Harry Ford now has charge of the large Quincy freight house. Bro. Savage bid in Norwood tower, vice Bro. Burke, going to East Hartford; Bro. Cassidy to Franklin on bid, vacated by Bro. Savage; Bro. Mclntire to Washington, vice Bro. Weeks, to Oxford first; J. L. Smith bid in Millville Heights, a new agency, vacated by Bro. Mclntire, and C. J. Leigh goes to second Norw-ood, vice Bro. Terrien, resigned. Don’t forget that new -resolution to pay up promptly. Some of you I know personally should cut this out and paste it in your hat. Success to the new officers and delegates. Bardol, Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, to take from the home of Bro. S. D. Sprague, the little son, who had grown to be the light and joy of that home, therefore, be it Resolved, That the members of Boston Division No. 89, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the bereaved parents, their heartfelt sympathy, in this, their great sorrow, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to Bro. Sprague, a copy sent to The Teleg- rapher for publication and a copy spread upon the minutes of this meeting. G. R. Ellis, J. H. McDermott, M. L. Welsh, Committee. Chicago, Ml., Div. No. 91. Danville Division, C. I. & S. Ry. — The heavy winter business is now on and sev- eral continuous offices have recently been opened. Boys if you know of any vacancies not bulle- tined, offices or anything else not in accordance with the schedule advise your local chairman, and the matter will be taken up with a view of hav- ing it adjusted. Complaining to disinterested parties won’t help you any. Bro. Kemp, Morocco station, transferred to superintendent’s office at Gibson, relieved by Bro, Smith, of R. O. tower, who was relieved by P. M. Shuey. section foreman *t Conrad. Digitized by Google

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228 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Thcil, at Schneider, off on account of sick- ness, relieved by Groundman Fuller. Bro. Montoney, at St. John, is getting fat on the vegetables he raised in his garden last sum- mer. The men who claim there is no use joining the Order, as they can get anything they want with- out joining, and that the Order never got any- thing for them, you notice didn’t pass up the io days’ vacation during the past few months, granted with pay, those who did were unable to get relief. Handy tower opened continuous for the past few weeks, on account of the recent heavy slett storm, which caused considerable wire trouble, and the heavy business, the third trick being handled by helper there. Mr. Bryant, Kentland tower, has returned from a three weeks’ vacation, relieved by Vergil Merinc, of the Panhandle. Boys, wake up and get busy with that “non” working with you or near you, and keep after him until you land him. Take no more promises of him, next month, or later on, when the rest of the boys join. Thanks for the items contributed this month, keep it up. This is the first month I have received any itenft. It is impossible for your local chair- man to keep in touch with all changes, and to know everything that takes place from time to time, that would make interesting matter each month. Now, let us all work together, and if you know of anything, let me have the news. It will be appreciated by all members, as well as myself. W. J. Albert, L. C. Addison, N. Y., Div. No. 108. B. & S. R . /?.— Bro. Yale, of Sabinsville, was on sick list sev- eral days recently. Bro. English relieved Mr. Murray, of Elkland, a few days recently. Agent Fisk, of Genesee, visited in Knoxville, recently. Mr. McDaniels, of Austin, who went to Hulls, following the death of Bro. Sherman, cn Jan- uary nth, was later relieved by Bro. Outman. Bros. English of Elkland, Belcher of Osceola and Cole of Cowanesque, went to Galeton to assist in caring for Bro. Sherman when he was taken there from Hulls for treatment. His fun- eral was held at the home of his parents near Wellsboro, January 14th, this division being repre- sented by Bro. Belcher. Recent heavy snows on the north end impeded the moving of trains considerably. The train on the Cross Fork branch was annulled three days, and later made trips only every other day. Relief Agent Champlin, is at New field Junc- tion. Very few attended our last meeting at Galeton. Monday night, January 13th. Bro. Smith, of Westfield, relieved Mr. Carpen- ter at Bridge street, who relieved Car Distributor Estep at Galeton, while at his home in Waverly, N. V., during the illness of his mother. “H.” IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, and all-wise Ruler of the universe, to call to his home, our beloved brother, I. B. Sherman. In manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved , Jhat the members of Division 108, of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, of the Buffalo and Susquehanna R. R. and Ry., extend to the beloved family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. E. W. Smith, E. C. Cole, L. S. Yale, v Committee . North Adams, Mass., Div. No. 139. I'herc was an extra large attendance at the meeting of January nth. We were all disappointed because Bro. Cook was unable to make an appear- ance, but the reports of what had been secured, were surely most pleasing for a starter. We should have a write-up in every issue of the journal. I hope the worthy brothers wdll send me the up-to-date happenings before the 20th, so they can be mailed in plenty of time. Brothers, keep your dues paid up on time, and save our secretary extra work. Get after that bunch at Millers Falls, on the east end of the Fitch Division, and land them. They get all the increases, and knock because they don’t get more. Looking at it from a business standpoint, they are part of the machine, and should pay in their share to keep it running. Schaghticoke, third, bids were up December 24th, but no appointment made up to January 24th. Sister Smith, on a week’s vacation from Shell Falls, was relieved by Bro. Harry Straub. Bro. Ramsdell, our new member, is relieving Bro. Burt, agent, N. O. Pownal, who is on the sick list. Bro. Downing, “X” first, is arranging to buy a vibroplex. Cert. 4- Boston, Mass., Div. No. 156. Bos' on Elevated Ry. — Bro. Quinet, tower F, and Mr. Levy, at C. have resigned, the former going to Montreal with the Grand Trunk and Mr. Levy, to the Canadian Northwest. Bro. Rielly, first, “WD,” bid in tower “F;” Bro. Roughsedge, “WD” second, bid in first, and Bro. Doherty, bid in second “WD,” and Bro. Shuman, gets first at tower “J,” Bro. Kean, second at tower “F,” bid in “C.” Bro. Danser- eau, second at “C.’* bid in second at “F” and Bro. McClung. bid in second “C.” At the night meeting. Saturday, December 20th, “the old standby” at tower “A” was initiated, and we want to get the rest of the boys at the next meeting, and never let-up until we get them all . Div. Coe. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 229 Grand Trunk Ry. Sixteenth and Seventeenth Districts — Brothers, stop and consider what unionism really is. After our dues are paid, and we have an up-to-date in our pockets we should help with the progress of the organization. * Every mem- ber should consider himself an organizer, and get in the nons. If each one of us would do this our percentage of members would be materially increased. Co-operate with me in my efforts to bring in the nons. De not leave all the work for your local chairman. Help him. Must thihk some of the good members for the news items, and also for their efforts to line-up three or four of the nons. Dispatcher J. Luscombe, first hours 17th district recently took a short vacation and got married. Congratulations. Mr. Warden, Ingersoll nights, resigned just when he was ready to send in his application. Night Dispatcher Midforth, of Merritton, off sick recently, was relieved by Dispatcher Rogers, of London.' The dues are due again, so it is due to the brothers to pay their dues in due time. Bro. Fairweather is relieving at Rymal, that station and Eastwood nights being closed, short- age of men. He recently relieved Agent Hord, at Clarkson, while off getting married; more con- gratulations. Bro. Quarrier, recently fell on his way to work, and severely sprained his right wrist forcing him to lay off for a few days; relieved by Bro. J. Butler. • Bro. Shaver is at King Street, Hamilton. Bro. Cross, days Hamilton Jet., off sick, re- lieved by Bro. McPhee, nights there, Bro. Morgan going there nights from Junction Cut ”SJ,” Bro. Cross, days Junction Cut, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Rapcr; Bro. Beasley, nights Bur- lington Junction doing night duty at Junction Cut, relieved by Bro. Cudmore, Oakland nights, and he by Mr. Pluvers, from “DJ” Montreal, Bro. Heldman, formerly agent of Norwich, has been appointed agent at Burlington Jet., and Relief Agent Bro. Routley is at Norwich, pending appointment of regular agents. Mac., 894. Wabash Ry. Decatur Division — Bro. Roy Veech, of Symerton, has been ap- pointed division correspondent, relieving Bro. Ohn McClurg, who has served in this capacity for some time. All brothers are again requested to send items of news to Bro. Veech, in order that you have a write-up from the division each month. Get them in as early as you can, but not later than the 20th of each month. Also help keep the division organized by noti- fying your local chairman of any changes that come to your notice, giving name and address of new men coming on the line. J. R. Hefner, L. <_\* Decatur Division Notes — Bro. J. R. Hefner made a trip over the divisicn since the committee adjourned, waiting a date with the general superintendent, and reports good success, both in new members and transfers and still they continue to come. We should all con- sider ourselves a committee of one to look after that man working next to us, and if he hasn’t got a card get him in line. If he belongs to another division get his certificate and division number, and send to Bro. L. W. Quick, 709 Star Building, St. Louis, Mo., and he will he promptly trans- ferred to No. 2. Our good old Bro. W. P. Shutt, who served on the Wabash general committee from the Peru Division so long and faithfully, but resigned from the Wabash about two years ago to take up farming in Oregon, recently covered part of the Wabash, and we hope to get his services on this division, when Shutt don’t get them they are hard to land. We hope to be soon able to report progress in the schedule revision; in the meantime let us all get busy in perfecting the organization, so whatever is accomplished, each of us can say, “I helped to do it.” The man who says, ”1 am going to wait and see what the committee does before I do anything,” should think for a moment, what would be the situation today if we would all say the same thing? The man who says the O. R. T. never did anything for him, and flatly refuses to contribute his part by joining the Order, should also refuse to accept any increase in salary, should never think of send- ing in an overtime slip, should insist on working twelve hours instead of nine or eight, and should also make it a point to see that he be allowed to take a daily walk with the switch lamps, as well as numerous other things which the O. R. T. has relieved him of. The man who pretends to think that the com- pany always grants an increase whenever they are financially able to do so, has no basis for his argument. The man who thinks the O. R. T. has about run its course, that we have gotten about all we can get, don’t read his journal. The future would he dismal indeed, if this were true. The O. R. T., as all other labor organizations, was born of a necessity, which will exist as long as there is a necessity for its existence, and there will be a necessity until we are thoroughly organ- ized. In the meantime we may find it necessary to change our methods, but we can not afford to go backward. Bro. McNab, relieved Mr. Darner, third Gran ite City, resigned. It is now Bro. Bartlett, agent Morrisonville, making both those places solid. It is also Bro. E. V. Virden, first Clarksdale, and Bro. Haines on second Ridgeley. Fred. Humphreys, second Litchfield, off a few days sick, was relieved by C. W. Williams, from Honey Bend- Digitized by Google

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230 The Railroad Telegrapher. Edwardsville Jet. was discontinued as a tele- graph station, and the telegraphers moved to the pump house, north of there, called “AU.” Mr. Painter, relieved Mr. Eber, second Clarks- dale, resigned. Mr. Pool taking third there, vice Haines, gone to second Ridgley. Mr. Livers, third Allen and wife were called to Litchfield recently, owing to sickness. Mr. Clark, third Ridgley, has resigned. Bro. Geo. Hyde, third, “BOSW” “CSG” has changed divisions account “BOSW** tower hav- ing the wire part cut out, Bro. Long, first there, going to Ridgley first, a new office opened up two miles south of Taylorville, at the end of the double track. Mr. Clarke is working third there, Mr. Roberts, a new man on second, resigned. Will soon have the doubl* track from Decatur to Ryan, a new station two miles south of Car- penter. A third man has been put on at Boody, making this a three-trick office. Jno. Tierney, second Taylorville, was off sev- eral weeks relieved by Bro. Hyde, who later took third there, vice Ed. Prickett taken first Monroe St., Decatur, new office. We were all sorry to hear of the resignation of our old friend and playmate “Si” Walton, third trick dispatcher on t)ie south for several years. He took everything good naturedly, and was so popular that some of the boys would even “stay awake a whole nite.” He was equally as well like d by the train men, and we all express our sorrow at his resignation, and wish him good luck wherever he may go. He was relieved by Bro. Glaze, a former Wabash dispatcher, who later resigned, relieved on third south end, by Dispatcher Fra- zer. Former Trainmaster Sheppert, recently first trick dispatcher, has also resigned, relieved by E. Helm. Helper Fred Marsh, was put on at Morrison- ville, salary $35 a month. Bro. E. E. Stephens, third North Ritchie, re- lieved by Mr. Vesper, went to second Forrest. Sister of third Orland, has resigned and gone with Rock Island in Kansas. Bro. Ben Singleton was called to Symcrton recently bv the death of his grandmother. Fred Barber, is on third Symerton. I. G. Albin, has resumed at third Campus, after being off taking treatment for his eyes. Brisbane is now a day and night office. Osman has opened up again and Essex tower will be made a day and night office as soon as men can be had. Sulu end of double track, is a three- trick office, with Bro. Morgan on first. Bro. Franklin, second Reddick, is on vacation, relieved by Mr. Durburrow, and he on third by Mr. Sheen. Bro. Archie Kay, is on second Orland and Bro. Moore pn third. Div. Cor., Cert. 1613. Peru Division — The time has arrived for members, in order to remain in good standing, and thereby assist in doing a good work, to pay up for the term ending June 30, 1913, and have no delinquents this term. It is your duty also to see that all the telegraphers in your immediate vicinity are mem- bers, or become so at once. Assist your local chairman, and do your proportionate share in organizing this division thoroughly. If we all take the interest we should, it will not be very long before we will again be solid; the concern of one is the concern of all. Do not depend on your local chairman, when you think you have been treated unjustly, to take the initiative in the adjustment of such matters. Our schedule plainly says that a grievance must be taken up directly with the division officials by the telegrapher affected, and if the. results are not satisfactory, then it is in order to turn it over to the local board of adjustment. If you do this a good many kinks can be straightened out. Your committee convened at St. Louis, Novem- ber 20th, with the purpose of meeting the Wabash management for a revision of our schedule. We expect to secure a good many of the things we went after, to w'hich we are entitled. December 22 d, the committee was notified that it would be impossible to have a conference until some time in January, and we returned to our respective places of employment, thereby saving division two unnecessary expenses. We will probably be in St. Louis again when you read this. Each member drop me a note whenever a change takes place in your office, or near you, saying what position, whether regular or extra, etc., also the names of all men now regularly appointed. In this way I will be able to keep a complete check of this division. L. C. Peru Division Notes — Covington agency was bulletined recently, but no change has yet been made there. Bro. Hinkle, of Clymers, off three weeks, owing to sickness, was relieved by Mr. Weckerly, of Delphi, and he by Mrs. Weckerly. Bro. Fred Johnson, bid in third Roanoke. Bro. Bridenbaugh is now at Gould. Bro. H. S. Sanders, first Logansport, was off recently on account of sickness in his family. Mr. Burke, off owing to illness, was relieved by Mr. Meyers, of Delphi. Mr. Gore, from Logansport, resigned at Newell. Mr. Parkman, is now on third Logansport. Bro. C. G. Woodruff, agent Cecil, was off two weeks recently. Bro. G. C. Delamarter, gets first and J. R. Collins, third New Haven. Bro. W. E. Spencer, is now in Peru “Z” office. Sister Schottemeyer, first “C,” off for a few weeks, was relieved by N. J. Bechtal. Div. Cor. Moberly Division, Hi-Line — Local Chairman Marion, relieved at Wilcox agency, by his Bro. W. P. Marion, bid in second Dalton, relieving Bro. Davis, who went to Vande- venter third, then to Thompson third, and was later relieved at Gallatin by Mr. Danderson; first Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 231 Dalton discontinued. Bro. Robinson went ,to Stur- geon third, and Dalton is solid again. Let’s get the whole division that way. Bro. Bittiker, relieved on second Malvern, by Bro. L. K. Wells, of third there, relieved by T. E. Hardy, of Stansberry, and he by Mr. Horn, relieved Mr. Kinnard, Council Bluffs third, who had previously been relieved at Imogene agency. Later Bro. Bittiker was relieved for 15 days, by Dan Temple. Bro. Williams, off a few days, was , relieved by Mr. Sanders, of Patonsburg, and he by T. E. Hardy, relieved by Dave Zeorne*. While at Malvern, Mr. Zeornes was stricken with appen- dicitis, and was taken to the Wabash hospital and operated on for appendicitis. Last report, he was getting along fine. Bro. Bittinger relieved C. O. Nixon, Bro. L. K. Wells, who relieved agent Sears, at Malvern, 15 days, while visiting home folks at Clifton, is now on his honeymoon. Mr. Sears was visiting relatives at Toledo, Ohio, relieved by Mr. Hardy. Bro. J. C. Courter, agent Burl. Jet., off during the holidays, was relieved by Mr. Kunzey, second there, and he by J. A. Auer. Bro. Collins, second Brunswick, visiting home- folks in Washington, Ind., for fifteen days, was relieved by Bro. J. W. W i 1 1 i s of the Grand, w'ho later relieved Mr. Hofman, of third there. S. V. Montague, second Huntsville, visited home folks at Liberty recently. Agent Wright, at Whitham, who bid in third Council Bluffs, later gave it up, Mr. Temple remaining there. The Kansas City Star says: “The agent at Blanchard doesn’t own the Wabash railroad, but just acts that way.’* Winter weather in full blast. Let’s all watch closely and give them a clear block so they will not be delayed, and give our dispatchers good service. They appreciate it very much. The Wabash recently made a run with 15 cars of fine mules from Kansas City to St. Louis, destined to Atlanta, Ga., in 11 hours, accompanied by Superintendent Jones, in his private car. Everybody keep after the man working in the same station with him, and see if we can’t make our division 100 per cent strong, we are already 90 per cent strong, thanks to our hustling mem- bers and Bro. E. P. Marion, our new local chair- man, who succeeded Bro. Fred Wheeler. Bro. Marion has made a good local chairman, and we should keep him right there and let all this good wolk go on. We should vote for him when we get our ballots this month, and just simply tell him he has got to take it. There was a nice bulletin out this month, and all the extra men should be able to grab a regu- lar job. Remember our motto. “No cards, no favors.’’ And let’s all live up to it. The nons who tell us they will come in when we get a new schedule, are only giving that as an excuse. If they all belonged, we would have no trouble getting a new schedule. We will never get anything if we never try. Div. Cor., Cert. 1815. Moberly Divistont Main Line — It is hard to get news from the boys down here, but after a good write-up or two, they will be glad to let us know the news. I’m not very well acquainted with them yet, but will help all I can. Bro. C. B. Maddox, and wife, took a trip recently, and Bros. B. M. Cox, of Renick, and Kelly Weldon, of Sturgeon, relieved him. Agent, Wellsville, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Shafer, and he nights by Mr. Pitts, from Jonesburg. There is a tendency this time of the year to be a little slow in paying our dues, but it saves lots of work for Bro. Aber when we all pay up promptly. Now that we are after a new schedule, we need all the new members we can get. Get “25“ with, the nons you know, and get them into the fold. Many are only waiting to be asked to join. The Wabash is doing good business, and making lots of money now, and we will all get our share, if we all pull together in trying to get our schedule revised. Boys, there is just as much news on this end, as on any other part of the division; send it in to Bro. Bittiker, at Malvern, or to me at Luther, and I will send the items to Bro. Quick. Remember boys, “no cards, no- favors.’* J. W, McVey, Cert. 1698. Springfield Division — Our general committee has been promised a meeting with Mr. Cotter as soon as he finishes with other committees in ahead of us. Each member should get in his near neighbors, work together and take more interest. Send the news of all movements to your local chairman, so we can have a good write-up each month. Th s will interest the aiemlers and nons also. Bro. Carroll, relieving F. A. Longnecker, bid in Bayles second; Bro. C. D. Hard, Curran sec- ond, and C. J. Ryan, third Ilarristown. Third Berlin has been discontinued, vice John Boan, and Alexander made three tricks. Mrs. Leeper is on second, and Mr. Leeper, from the W. U. at St. Louis, on third. H. M. Todd, agent Bowen, bid in Arnold, vice W. L. Slater, who bid in Bowen agency. A new office has been created at West End Decatur yards, at the, junction of west and south mains, where all trains will register; will later have the interlocker installed. E. O. Parr is now on third Harristown, closed a few days on account of no place to board. Bro. Abbott, who has been serving on the general committee, has resumed work. Bro. Tolle, second Dawson, relieved by Mr. Omer, went to third Griggsville, and has since married. Congratulations. We are glad te now call Frank Marshall, sec- ond North Riverton, brother. Sister Plate, first Jacksonville, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Davis, from Versailles. Digitized by Google

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232 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brothers, whoever may be your local chairman, give him your support. Send him the news regu- larly and try to make this division the banner division of the Wabash System. L. W. Abbott, Cert. 748. Springfield Division Notes — Bro. A. M. Zimmerman, agent Maysville, re- cently took the civil service examination at Quincy. Bro. Slater and wife, of Bowen, were recent Springfield visitors. F. H. Rudisill and wife spent a few days with relatives in Jacksonville recently. On bulletin: Third Harristown, Griggsville and Kinderhook; second Baylis, and second and third Alexander. The tracks on this division are to be relaid with 90-pound steel. J. A. Allen, relieved on third Griggsville by Mr. Tolle, relieved Mr. Ruggles at Harristown, re- signed on account of the illness of Mrs. Ruggles. Night Chief Dispatcher Sowder went hunting with a party New Year’s day. That night the dogs treed a coon (?) in a hollow log, and Mr. Sowder tried to get him out. He did not mind sleeping in the barn for some time afterwards. Div. Cor. Mobile A Ohio Ry. St. Louis Diinsion — The following brothers received appointments cn bulletin: W. F. Carter, Pomona agency; D. C. Cargon, third Pomona; W. W. Rinehart, Mill Creek agency; G. A. Williamson, third “WC” Murphysboro; C. Hartman, third Jonesboro, and T. H. Keato, second Shannon. Bro. W. E. Jernigan is relieving on third Tamms pending bul- letin assignment. Bro. D. C. Cargon, third Mountain Glen, on vacation was relieved by Mr. House; Bro. Mc- Bride, third Sparta, by Mr. Rosendolph, and Bro. E. E. Eckert, second East St. Louis, by Mr. Foster. Bro. R. H. Barnes, second Bethel, off on ac- count of sickness, relieved by M. Alvis, and C. E. Lester, third Clamore, by H. L. Meeks. Bro. J. U. Overall, Jr., second Corinth, on vaca- tion, was relieved by Bro. S. M. Richardson, sefc- ond Rusler, and he by M. Alvis. Bio. M. E. Clarke, agent Oakton, while attend- ing court was relieved by Bro. W. R. Hailey, who later relieved on first Perry for several days. B. C. Dancer, third “JN" Jackson, resigned, relieved by W. F. Glisson pending bulletin as- signment. I. D. Robinson, agent Ramer, on vacation was relieved by Mr. Jernigan. Bro. T. D. White, third Bethel, off attending court, was relieved by Mr. Meeks. Bro. A. K. Goodman, first East St. Louis, on vacation was relieved by Mr. Foster. Please send in the news, brothers. Div. Cor. Chicago A Alton R. R. The coal chutes at Roodhouse burned January 1st, causing a loss of $15,000 besides the incon- venience in coaling engines and filling them with sand. A clam shell is being used until the new modern concrete structure is completed, probably within the next thirty days. _ The netf extension from Eldred west on the Carrollton line will probably be in operation with'n a few months. The “Only Way" is handling more than its share of business. No notes w’ere received from the Western Divi- sion for this issue. Work on the new $100,000 two-story union sta- tion at Bloomington has been started. The entire second floor will be occupied by the superintend- ents and train dispatchers. The contemplated completion of the double track between Atlanta and Lawndale, commenced four years ago, will make a 25-foot cut through Atlanta and a 30-foot fill through Lawndale, eliminating the heaVy grade, discontinuing the pusher engine and materially reducing the expenses between these two stations. Let our slogan be: “Equal rights to all and special privileges to none." The vacancies at Chicago and Kansas City have not as yet been bulletined, although the positions have been filled. Two general agencies have been abolished, and the former holders of those fat jobs have been installed as local agents at the points where their offices were abolished. Rule 10 states that vacancies in agencies under the juris- diction of each superintendent will be bulletined, promotion to be made in accordance with senior- ity, etc. We would like a ruling or test in these particular cases. C.en'l Cor. Northern Division — Mr. Fisher assigned to Nevada agency, and Bro. A. C. Carlson assigned to Varna agency, vacated by Fisher. Bro. G. F. Carey, assigned to Nevada pending bulletin, relieved the agent at Chatham, who was injured wdule unloading freight. Thos. Brennan, former general agent at Strcator, with jurisdiction over the Dwight line, is now local agent at Streator, vice William Kerr, who has accepted a clerkship there. The territory formerly covered by Mr. Brennan has been as- signed to E. C. Coffey, A. G. F. and P. A., at Peoria, 111. Bro. Smith, telegrapher at Dwight, on a ninety- day leave, is acting as cashier at the freight office there. Bro. Derrison spent New Year’s with friends at Dwight. It is now Bros. Diehl at “MZ” and Mooney at Brighton Park, making the latter solid. Bro. Mikesell is being relieved by Mr. Cales. Bro. Ruppel was relieved three nights by Teleg- rapher Fickle, who went to the south end. Mr. Crowson is being relieved by a newcomer. Gen’l Cor. Digitized by Cjooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 233 Southern Diiision — Bro. Knapp, Delhi, bid in Covel, vice Bro. White. Bro. Cooper, Minier, had a stock company at his town for three nights recently. Mr. Thomas, from the Rock Island, is on second Mason City. Mr. Winkler, who went from Delavan to Kan- sas City, is now in “B” office. Bro. Salzman, after visiting home folks at Hope- dale, relieved Bro. Krcbaum at Chatham. Bro. Anders, Delavan, spent Sunday . recently on the farm near Croft Station, relieved by Bro. Lawton. The veteran agent and “ante bellum” home guard, Charles Moore, is on an extended visit to Florida with his wife, to-look after his orange grove. When he returns our Southern Division correspondent proposes to call on the old boy and have him sign up. Bro. H. J. Mahan has returned from Wyoming, where he has been with the U. P. for three years. After relieving Bro. Burkdoll, agent McLean, for three weeks, he went to Lincoln nights. Bro. Burkdoll visited home folks at New Bloomfield, Mo., where his father is agent for the Alton. Bro. A. M. Crow, agent Shirley, recently on thirty days’ vacation visiting friends in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Ohio, was relieved by J. B. Mc- Donald, from the L. & N. J. S. Whitson, relieved by F. B. Fickle on third Shirley, is now at “XD.” The telegraph school at Bloomington operated -by G. W. Kinder, former wire chief at “B,” has sus- pended business after repeated attempts to place the “graduates” out on the line. Mr. Kinder is now W. U. wire chief in Chicago. Brothers, re- member this. It is now Bro. M. G. Varble, agent Sinclair. Bro. Neutzman dropped off while en route to Chicago. Telephones are being installed on the main line and will soon be used for dispatching trains. Bro. Hendricks, agent Carrollton, spent Christ- mas with home folks at Hullsboro, 111. Bro. Smith doubling. Bro. Vermillion, with the C. B. & Q. at White Hall, spent a few hours with the boys at Carrollton recently. Mr. Kchl, second Roodhouse, is now clerk to Division Freight Agent J. E. Fish, whose head- quarters were transferred from Springfield to Mex- ico on January ist, taking a large amount of re'ay work off the men at Roodhouse. E. J. Gleason is now on second there. Gen’l Cor. C. St. P., M. & O. Ry. Minnesota & Iowa Division — In the death of “Old Uncle George” Cassady, agent at Valley Springs, S. D., December 28th, the oldest agent-telegrapher on the Omaha road has gone. Mr. Cassady first passed the tele- graphic examination and entered the service Sep tember t, 1867, heading the seniority list on the toad. He has been at Valley Springs continu- ously for 45 years, 3 month and 27 days, with a few months’ exception. Master Car Builder Gus Larson died at his home in Hudson on January 12th, from an operation he underwent some time ago. He was buried at Spooner on January 14th, and a great many of the high officials from St. Paul and other railroad associates attended the funeral. F. A. Corbin, second Belle Plainc, has resigued to take up his work of traveling salesman for a firm at Kansas City. E. A. Tyler, who relieved him, was relieved by Bro. Thomas, from Sioux Falls. G. H. Schneiderhahn, listed last month as a non-member, is a brother in good standing. Your pardon we crave, Bro. “GS.” C. D. Brooks has returned to the Omaha, re- lieving Bro. Richmond, .Lake Crystal, a few days, and is now on second there. Mrs. Brooks, who will return in a few days, we are sorry to learn, is not enjoying good health. Bros. C. F. McCarthy and G. W. Reid were at St. James recently to see if their eyes were still good. J. M. Linehan assigned to Heron Lake instead of F. E. Lehmann, Bro. Linehan taking up his new duties. J. R. Welch has been promoted to division su- perintendent of this division at St. James, vice F. E. Nicoles, promoted to division superintend- ent at Eau Claire. We are sorry to lose Mr. Nicoles. He has made many friends here and is a splendid official. Mr. Welch has worked him- self up from telegrapher to dispatcher, thence to chief, thence to assistant superintendent. His pro- motion is richly deserved. We welcome him to this position and congratulate him on his splendid promotion. Bro. O. S. Mann has taken up his assignment at third Worthington. Bro. H. L. Glick was in Mankato January 10th. Bro. H. G. Stumm, of St. James, while taking in the sights at the Twin Cities, was relieved on the car job by Bro. G. R. McGinty. We learn he has had a slight attack of smallpox and the entire force in the dispatcher’s office has been exposed. W. C. Russell, from Canada, is on third West- ern Avenue. Bro. A. Backer is on second pend- ing bulletin, vice Bro. J. B. Head, who secured the position in the general telegraph office. Bro. O. S. Mann, relieving A. P. Jamieson at St. James a few days on account of sickness, was relieved at Worthington by C. D. Lampham. Bro. J. H. Atkinson, of Pipestone, attended the agents’ meeting at Mankato, January 20th. We were very sorry to learn of the death of Bro. D. J. Galvin’s father, eighty-four years old, on December 14th, at Shakopee. Our notice came too late to get flowers to the funeral. We extend our sympathy to Bro. Galvin and family. Kindly give the schedule blanks your imme- diate attention, filling them up and returning them to the local chairman. Digitized by Google

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234 The Railroad Telegrapher. The first three weeks of the present year have been record breakers in the payment of dues, the office force of the G. S. & T. working overtime. Everyone should take an interest in the election of officers, delegates and alternates to the Grand Division, and each should cast his vote. Bro. Reidel relieved R. S. McDonald at Kasola, resigned. W. Weisel, who recently resigned from the general office, is enjoying the sunshine at Los Angeles, Cal., and feels better. Don’t overlook remitting your dues to the gen- eral secretary and treasurer, as a slip of this kind is liable to throw you into suspension. S. B. Dickey, relief agent, has not yet joined in spite of his promises. The committee is perfecting •arrangements to convene. Ceet. a. Eastern Division — The committee is preparing to give the schedule another boost, and everyone should fill out the information blanks properly and return them promptly, as the information requested is neces- sary in order that our representatives may be in a position to discuss intelligently the conditions at the different positions. The man who does not send in his blank has no excuse for kicking if his position is not considered in the schedule nego- tations. He alone is to blame. .Vow is the time for every man to take off his coat and get every eligible non lined up. The condition of the organization and the enthusiasm of the membership is reflected in the schedule. If you are satisfied to let the nons go and make no effort to secure their applications, you are re- tarding the work of the committee, and its efforts in your behalf will be nullified by your indiffer- ence. This is the result of years cf experience and observation. If you doubt it, look back and see the difference in the agreements made in the years when we were solidly organized and . everyone was in the game, and those made when old “General Apathy” was on the job and the members paid their dues and let it go at that, regardless of the nons and delinquents all around them. What kind of a* revision will be secured this time? The answer is up to you. \ On January xoth a change in division officers took place on the Omaha road. Superintendent Kennedy - and Assistant Superintendent Blundell left us, a d Superintendent Nicoles and Assistant Superintend- eV. Tower to<Jc their place.**. We regret losing Mr. Kennedy and Mr. Blundell and wish them both the fullest measure of success in their new posi- tions. We welcome the new officials, and assure them the hearty support of the telegraphers and agents in keeping the Eastern Division up to the high standard it has always maintained. Mr. Nicoles and Mr. Tower are no strangers to us, both having made their start on the old Wiscon- sin Division. Bros. Johnson and Moore, at Hustler, are both working nine-hour tricks, as that is a two man station now. Bro. Bartness, Sheppards first, is on vacation, relieved by Mr. Gormley. Mr. Perry, second Sheppards, discharged, was relieved by Bro. Peter- son. Bro. Burger, second Levis, relieved by Mr. Harback, went to Roberts third. Later Harback got into trouble and was relieved by K. C. John- son pending investigation. Div. Coe. Northern Division — Bro. B. Bergin, second Shell Lake, was relieved several days by Bro. P. Imislund, second Bar- ronnett. The latter, while visiting relatives and friends in F.au Claire and Shell Lake, was relieved by E. A. Tyler, who later went to the M. & I. Division, relieved by Bro. W. A. Wondrawitz, who later went to his farm at South Range. J. C. Applequist, who relieved F. White, third Cumberland, for Christmas, also relieved H. Brit- ton, agent Burkhardt, a few days, and then wen* to Spooner side wire. J. Verne is on third Bulk* hardt. It is now Bro. C. A. Wilcox at Clayton. We were sorry to hear of the death of L. M. Dickerson’s daughter, January 3d, and extend our sympathy. This is certainly the day of progress and quick promotion. Our popular chief, G. W. Tower, goes to Eau Claire as assistant superintendent; J. E. Morton, night chief, has been promoted to chief; Mr. Appleman takes his old position as night chief; Bro. W. A. Blake and J. W. Essicks were each given tricks, and Bro. Henry Gaarden, of Ashland, was promoted to car man, vice Bro. • Blake. These promotions should be an induce- ment for every man to “dig in,” so as to be in line when his turn comes. The funeral of Master Car Builder Gus Larson, at Hudson, was solemnized in a manner truly fitting to a man who had so faithfully served the company and was' so generally esteemed for his ability as an official and his many virtues as a friend and neighbor. A special train carried his remains to Spooner for burial, and another special was run from St. Paul, bringing the officials, which stopped at Hudson to pick up three hundred members of the car builders to attend the funeral. Bro. Abe Posternock dropped in on us the other night on his way to Hawthorne, after a vacation spent among friends on the south end. Boys, it is hard to make a showing in the jour- nal unless you help with the write-up. Please send in a few items by the twentieth of each month. If every man would send even one item, it would make a fine showing. Keep after the nons and don’t let one take rootv in your office. If you can’t do anything else, get the ax. Div. Cor. Nebraska Division — Bro. Davidson, Pender, off for a month, was relieved by Mr. Fox, from Crofton, who also relieved Bro. Branner at Coburn a few days, owing to an injury. Bro. Kragskon broke his leg several months ago and went to the hospital. It was not set properly Digitized by Gock;

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 235 and had to be broken over again and a silver plate inserted to keep the bone in place. Other* wise the leg would have been half an inch shorter than the other. He hopes to be back on second *‘C” about February ist. The company can hardly furnish cars enough to supply the demand for the grain, live stock, hay, etc., now being moved. Bro. L. G. Hollisen, who resigned at Ferry and went to the \V. U., has come back. He wanted the excitement of seeing cars going by, and bid in Ferry second. Mr. Heycr relieved Mr. Amman at South Cut. Wallace, from Coleridge, is at Zanerof, Sher- lock going to “NX.” Bro. A. F. Jones, second there, while in “C” for a month was relieved by King, from the O. S. C. & N. Ry. Bro. Jones re- cently took a month’s vacation. Nearly everyone in the station service has been to Omaha for the eye and car examination. Your scribe was also down recently. Only five or six left. We now have Bro. George Fox and V. A. Northrop — the big and the little. Fox is the smallest man on the division, and V. A. N., who bid in Coleridge, the largest. Our membership is now over seventy-five per cent on this division. Items were sent in last month too late for pub- lication and appear with this month’s news. We hope the brothers will overlook it this time, for it was not done intentionally. Bro. T. A. Logan is back again, relieving Bro. Murphy, whd went to second “FI.” Bro. E. M. Atken is now’ at Perrin, Mo. The time limit for the payment of dues is near, and every brother who has not paid should do so at once and not put your M. B. D. in jeopardy. If your dues were not paid and you should pass away, you will deprive your beneficiary of the insurance when it would have helped them so much. Brothers, please give this your immediate attention. Through a series of promotions, Mr. Blundell, formerly roadmaster of this division, is now our superintendent. We disliked losing Mr. Welch, who went to the M. & I. Division as superintend- ent, where he was formerly chief dispatcher. We wish him success. There are only three nons west and three on the “ON” line at present; but we hope to soon gather them in. We again ask the brothers to send us any items they get ahold of; they will help us greatly. Div. Cor. Wisconsin Ditnsion — Bro. J. S. Buckley, of Strum, Wis.f is visiting at Stillwater, Hibbing, Wolf, Virginia. St Paul and Rochester Minn. Cert. 334. Kansas City Southern Ry. Northern Division — Information blanks have been sent to every telegrapher along the line, and the general com- mittee has arranged to go before the officials re- questing a better salary and better working con- ditions. Each one can help the committee if he will fill out his information blank promptly and send it to L. L. Wood, our secretary and treas- urer, at Goodman, Mo. These blanks are very important, as the committee base the wage they ask for you upon the information contained in these blanks. We should pay the special assess- ment of $5 on or before February 28th for the expense of having the committee up before the officials, so it may have sufficient funds on which to work. If we expect to get what is rightfully due us, we must back our committee. Boys, do not wait until the last minute to remit this money. Do it now. It means money — much more than that — to you. So don’t delay. Get in line with us and let’s carry through what wre have started. Everybody push. The few agents and telegraphers along the line who have refused to take out a card will all be willing to accept a raise gotten them through the O. R. T. The agent at Siloam accepted a raise two years ago and has not yet taken out a card. Let us see that he gets one now. Bro. J. D. Townsend, on vacation, was relieved by Extra Bro. Wolf. Mr. Mayson, on first Mena, promises to soon take out a card. Several other nons have prom- ised to do likewise. Bro. Beecroft, second Ft. Smith, was off fifteen days recently, visiting in Texas and Kansas. Our correspondent is now off the main line and will be unable to get items for the journal unless someone sends him the news. Any little items will be appreciated. “SY.” Union Pacific R. R. Nebraska Division, First and Second Districts — In the four years that I have been your corre- spondent from the Nebraska Division, discourage- ment has frequently made me loath to take up my pen, or the press of other duties has made me neglectful, but never before have .1 written for you with such genuine regret as is today the case — regret for the necessity of what I must write and for my/ inability adequately to express your feelings as you would wish. On the afternoon of December 27,- *912, a few of us conferred relative to making a formal recog- nition of the loss of our sister, Anna Vapor, of the Omaha general telegraph office, and were unanimously of the opinion that resolutions of respect would seem empty, and I was asked to say for you and for the organization — say a few things in her memory — through The Telegrapher. Upon considering her as she was regarded by everyone who knew her, I feel mere words of biography would be useless. All we perhaps are interested in her biography by way of remem- brance is the fact that she got her first telegraph Digitized by Google

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236 The Railroad Telegrapher. experience in the relay department of the C. N. W. Railway, but came to the U. P. in the spring of 1888, accepting work in the Omaha general office, and has been identified with that office ever since, being the senior operator in that office. She took a keen interest in her work, as every- one who ever worked with her knows, and was interested, as well, in the comfort and conven- ience of everyone working. I believe no one took more pleasure in the magnificent new quarters of the boys in our new headquarters building at Omaha, as she often spoke to me of the many conveniences therein. In fact, she was the heart — the mother — of that office of thirty men. Were one of the boys sick, it was she who called; were one called on to face what her dear ones now face, she secured the flowers and tendered the sympathy. This she had done unobtrusively for years until she had become as much a part of the office as* any article built into it. Her house was always open to her brothers and sisters from “the line,” many of whom can testify to her hospital- ity. When we, therefore, heard this summer that she was not well, we were concerned, but to our inquiries she replied in her usually optimistic vein, and we forgot, believing the best. However, for some months she had not been well and was persuaded to take a trip to Yellow- stone Park during the summer for her health. While there she gathered information and scenes and was preparing to lecture to the Omaha Teleg- raphers’ Club January 16th by the aid of the stereopticon, of the beauties of that park. Again, in September, another rest was taken, but, though she essayed once more in October to work, it was with poor success, and the first of November she closed her key for the last tinfe. As the affection appeared mostly in the form of an asthma, she was not prevented from being around daily, fre- quently riding about the cityC with friends and preparing Christmas remembrances, and in the knowledge of these facts all our misgivings were allayed. However, on Sunday, December 22d, she took to her bed for the last time, growing gradu- ally worse, to the ignorance of even her physi- cian, and on Christmas morning, when perhaps that angelic host was closer than we knew, she saw and quietly took her place among them, and the chimes which should have reminded us only of the anniversary of that heavenly song of good will were instead tolling to loved ones, friends and brothers, a sad message of separation. Two days later, on a balmy spring day, by which nature seemed anxious to atone for the grief she had caused, Anna’s remains were taken from her mother’s home to their last resting place. At the service the home was filled* with friends, beautiful inspiring songs were sung, and her min- ister talked fluently and with confidence of one who talks about a life assured of stars in its crown. The boys were represented among the pallbearers by Bro. Joseph Ackerman and H. E. Race, of Omaha office, aod A. V. Kipp, of Denver, formerly in the same office, but now traveling freight agent out of Denver for the Union Pacific. The management' was represented by Superintend- ent of Telegraph Sheldon and his assistants, Nichols, Talmage and Cox; J. A. Munroe and C. J. Lane, general freight agents. The men were represented by all the boys from the Omaha office who could be excused and by your general chair- man. A more beautiful floral tribute had never been seen. As I gazed at that mass, forming a bower for the bier reaching from ceiling to floor and covering her bed in a woven blanket of roses, I could not forget the sad occasion that took them from their parent stalks and read in them a story — a beautiful one, too: I could see her twenty-five years of life among us as a sowing time. Now those good deeds sown, as Longfel- low says, “he knew not where,” had blossomed, and today each fellow worker on the system,, each member of the Omaha Club and each friend had plucked the blossom in his garden in her memory. The tribute banked before me was the result — an emblem of her life of helpfulness, their combined perfume representing her beautiful influence among us and the gratifying effect of their pres- ence emblematic of the spirit of brotherly love she had fostered among us all — the very founda- tion upon which our fraternity exists. Shakes- peare has said, more or less aptly, it seems to me, “The evil men do lives after them; the good is oft interred with their bones.” Miss Vapor earned her right to the highest of brotherly affec- tion in the hearts of her brothers by her allegiance to a .higher authority who has said, “Kind words can never die.’1 To possess parental love is natural, to inspire filial love is to be expected, but to beget such a measure of brotherly love, without which the Inspired Writer has said any life is “as nothing,” required a possession of that Christian virtue in much greater measure than is the privilege of the average person. One way she felt it imperative to express this feeling was to identify herself with the organization of her class, and she has been actively identified with the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, both in its social and business affairs for years, and, like every other woman now in the telegraph service of the Union Pacific, was an up-to-date member, setting the example which all men admire but many forget to emulate. It is now being planned to place a small tablet at her grave, if arrangements can be made, to indicate to those who never knew her that she was one who helped us “make our lives sublime” and that the world may know that the telegraphers appreciate the association in daily work of a woman whose demise can inspire noble thoughts and kind words which too frequently the death of a fellow-man can not command. Though, as indicated, her key was closed to us a month before her death, to her family and inti- mate friends the circuit was clear until the last, and her very last thoughts were carried to them uninterruptedly from the battery of a conscious mentality, leaving not one unpleasant thought to mar their recollections of her. What these recol- lections will be can be best expressed in the words of one of her most intimate friends, written the Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 237 day after her death to a mutual friend in the dis- tance: “After a blameless, charitable, consistent Chrir- tian life, devoted so unselfishly to family and friends, she will take an influential place of promi- nence somewhere, somehow, in the nrtairs of the life to come, for which she is so splendidly equipped here below. High up on the mountain side, beyond this vale of tears, her beacon lights will brightly burn and should be allowed to con- trol our course as we journey on to, the home and home not made with hands. “We know she will be at the outer gate with a welcoming caress. “We are fortunate to have been her friend — to have had her love was a sacred privilege. “She leaves us in the perfume of pleasantest memories of her; your sympathies are best due those who are left without her guiding hand and loving heart. . . . The world is better that she lived. “By the time this reaches you all will have been well and tenderly done — it was indeed a cheerless Christmas and may serve to sadden many more to come. ... It was God’s will. So be it.” To this sorrowing one and others we say we believe that if ever sorrow would enter the Pearly Gates, if ever the angels would cease their songs of joy and praise to weep with them, it would be when sorrow enters the home at Yuletide, but surrounded by this aroma of pleasant memories of her. Ask not angels to weep with you, but, believing she is occupying that place with them, we commend you to the words of the poet: “Oh ye, beneath life’s crushing load, Whose forms are bending low, Who toil along the climbing way With painful step and slow, Look upl For glad and golden hours Come swiftly on the wind. Oh, rest beside the weary road And hear the angels sing.” Cert. 217, Div. 6. Nebraska Division Notes — Sister Anna Vapor, one of the best lady teleg- raphers of the country, the senior in service in “U” Omaha relay office, who had been in the service of the Union Pacific since 1888, died at her home, corner of Thirty-fifth and Burt Streets, in that city, on Christmas morning. It was a great shock as well as a great loss to all in the office. There was nothing left undone by the members of Division 6 of the O. R. T. Club who were represented among the large delegation of friends, to honor her memory when she was laid to rest. The floral emblems were magnificently beautiful and the services were most impressive. Bro. George W. Merri field, assistant manager of Omaha “U" relay office, who has been sick- several months at his home, 2118 Avenue B, Council Bluffs, is just able to walk about. It fs not thought probable that Bro. Merrifield, who is past the fifties, will ever be able to resume work there. We are sorry to lose “MD.” Div. Cor. Nebraska Division, Third District — Bro. T. W. Petty is back at Mile Post 387 after relieving E. P. Waples at Brule for a few weeks. Bro. W. M. Baldock, chief dispatcher’s clerk at North" Platte, is now dispatching trains. We wish him success. Bro. O. R. Huff, of “NO,” has the report job at North Platte. Mr. Elder is back* at “NO,” after relieving Agent Baer at Keystone for a few weeks. • Bro. Christensen bid in a trick at North Platte. Bro. F. M. Kelley, of Sidney, is now breaking in for a dispatcher at Sidney. Luck to “KY.” Brothers, remit for the special assessment at once. The committee will need the money when meeting the management in Omaha this month. None of the brothers who promised to send me some notes this month did so. It will only take you a short time to jot down a few items and send them in. Unless you do this, we can not have much of a write-up. Cert. 693. Kansas Division — Voted yet? Do it right now. Bro. B. T. Cox is back at Arrington, Bro. Stokes going to Irving regular, Bro. Piper from Irving to Dorrance agency, and Bro. Williams from Dorrance agency to Wilson days. Bro. Hooven, Bellevue, was relieved by Bro. An- derson, from Ogdenburg, several days on accourt of sickness in his family. * Bro. Kirkpatrick from Holton to Wamego, owing to reinstatement of Mr. Townsley; Bro. Walker from Wamego to Blue Rapids. Bro. F. B. Wade, Blue Springs, was off several days on account of sickness, Bro. Wyatt relieving. Bro. Murray from Blaine to Luray. Bro. Hus- ted again bid in Blaine. Bro. W. R. Shannon from Green to R. I. Jet.. P. S. Wilder going to Detroit and Bro F. H. Blanton to Green regular. Sounds good to say Bro. Shannon and Bro. Rimer at R. I. Jet. again. William Stepp is again at Clifton after several months in the assistant superintendent’s office at Kansas City, Bro. Wyatt, from Clifton, going to the relief agent’s berth. Bro. Steed, from Culver agency, goes to a clerkship at Lawrence. Bro. Hoagland, from the west end relief posi- tion, goes to Circleville, vice Bro. Jackman, re- signed. Bro. C. C. Weeding, from Morganville. taking west end relief. Bro. Wood, Fort Riley, was off several weeks, relieved by Bro. Lindsay, who also relieved Bro. Brown at Wamego and Leger at Topeka, the lattrr going to “Z” nights, owing to the promotion to third trick dispatcher of C. A. Schuchman, vice M. L. Chandley, resigned.’ Bro. E. A. Owens, who relieved at Glasco and later relieved Bro. Stine, Solomon, resigned to take a clerkship at Solomon. Bro. W. B. Stokes, visiting in Missouri, re- lieved by Bro. Wyatt. Contrary to all expecta- tions, he returned unmarried. Bro. Webb, from Junction City nights to “Z” days, vice Mr. Plank, resigned. Bro. Anderson Digitized by v^ooQle

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238 The Railroad Telegrapher. from Ogdensburg nights to Junction City, Bro. Deighan returning there after several weeks in the hospital, relieved by Bro. Edison, who also re- lieved Bro. Hughey several days. Bro. Morrell, Loring, will kindly report prog- ress on his patent foot warmer. With the thermo 21 below zero, we are in position to appreciate such' a device. Bro. Daniel Sewell, from Linwood to Plain* ville, relieved by Bro. E. B. Kennedy. Sister Sims, Lawrence, was off several days, relieved by Mr. Cain. Bro. H. D. Johnson, from Lincoln Center to Dorrance, relieving Bro. Babb, resigned. Bro. Edison, who relieved Bro. Hook, Manhat- tan, who, when called to Missouri owing to his brother being injured, also relieved Bro. Batchelor, Manhattan, owing to the serious illness and death of his wife's mother. Bro. J. H. Clayton, off several weeks visiting, was relieved by Mr. Cook. % Bro. A. Firebaugh to Morganville regular, re- lieved at Olsburg by Bro. H. G. Miller, from Onaga, Bro. Dean at Onaga extra. Bro. Brown from Wamego to Onaga regular. Bro. A. C. Boyles from Tescott to Ogdensburg regular; Bro. Hubert resigned. Bro. A. E. Batchelor, former agent Rossville. is making quite a success in business at Wake- field. Bro. Russell, Stockdale, off several weeks, was relieved by Bro. Wyatt, later relieved by Mr. Cook, on a rush call to relieve Bro. Wade, Blue Springs. Bro. Druley to Soldier regular. Rule G claimed two more victims on this divi- sion, notwithstanding that Kansas is understood to be really dry. Bro. Dean relieved Bro. Farrell at St. Mary, who relieved Mr. Heyenen. Bro. Piper, Dorrance; Bro. Hoar, Linwood; Bro. Shannon, R. I. Jet.; Bro. Nickel, Lucas, and Bro. Wyatt have our thanks for applications and news. Bro. R. E. Lewis, Sylvan Grove, was relieved by Relief Agent Bro. Weedin. Mr. Long, one of the young extra men on the west end, is relieving at Plainville, Lincoln Cen- ter and other points on the west end. At the time this is written — January zist — it is expected that your committee will meet the man- agement February 3d, and by the time this is printed, unless there are unexpected delays, it should have finished the revision of the schedule. The nominating petitions, financial statement and a circular letter from the general chairman have already been mailed you. If you have not received your copy, ask Bro. Hook for one. Bro. O. D. Jones from Beloit days to Culver agency; Bro. Steed to clerkship at Lawrence. Div. Cor. Wyoming Division — Bro. J. T. Gardner, of Laramie, was called to Kansas City as a witness in the D. & R. G. damage suit pertaining to the death of a lineman. Bro. H. A. Smith, manager "KI” a few years ago. has been appointed V. P. & G. M. of the Laramie Stock Yards Company, lately incorpo- rated. Bro. Smith has been representing the South Omaha Stock Yards Company for the past two years. Bro. Charles Schnetzer, of North Platte, has been assigned a trick in “U” Omaha. Bro. J. Langley, of “U” office, formerly on this division, was married Christmas. Congratulations. Bro. Osborne, of “CY” office, spent the holidays with relatives in Illinois, and Bro. Robinson of Wamsutter, with friends in Laramie. We arc glad to note that Bro. Hill, of “CY” Cheyenne yard, has been reinstated. Bro. Harry Thompson, from the C. B. & Q., relieved Bro. C. C. Martin at Buford while the latter spent a month in California. Bro. H.# E. Yarborough, of the W. U. in New York, is on second, and Bro. J. M. Stevenson, from the C. B. & Q., on third, vice G. B. Shotliffe, relieving at Medicine Bow, Rock Hill and Sherman. Bro. Hughey’s report of December aist shows the largest membership in the history of Division 6. But there are still a few nons left. If you can not secure their applications, give their names and addresses to Bro. Horiskey, who is an expert “angler.” Also see that brothers from other lines who are enjoying the benefit of our schedule are transferred to Division 6. Bro. Wiles, a recent arrival, working the relief job temporarily. A. W. Woodruff, trainmaster, has been trans- ferred from the Fifth to the Seventh District, and while the Fifth District boys regret his de- parture, they wish him success and assure the Seventh District boys of a “square deal” and courteous treatment from him as long as they do their part. Bro. C. A. Peterson, third Sherman, who was discharged for balancing a staff, machine at the dispatcher’s request, was reinstated after being off duty one night. In selecting our local for the ensuing term and delegate to the convention in May, we should cast favoritism aside and elect a competent and, if possible, an experienced man, as our success depends to a great extent on our representative. Mr. Ware has agreed to meet our committee February 3d to consider a schedule revision, and an agreement will probably be reached immedately. as he has always shown our committee the utmost consideration. If you have not paid your special assessment, do so at once, as our committee will be on heavy expense and needs the money. Bro. F. E. Smith has been assigned third Rock Run. Bro. Clarks is on Wallace second pending bulletin, and Bro. Thompson, from Buford, is on third Hanna extra. Telephones are being installed on the Sixth District, and a new coal chute is being erected at Bitter Creek. Bro. J. E. Creer, agent and postmaster at Tip- ton, has returned from a visit in Tennessee. He was relieved by H. A. Tallman. who returned East, and J. P. Meehan is now at Rawlins. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 239 Bro. J. N. Owen, from Black Buttes, relieved Bro. Dunn on third Bitter Creek, who went to third Buford regular. Later Owens returned to Black Buttes, relieving J. D. Morrison, who went to Kansas City. Ye Scribe was assigned third Bitter Creek, re- lieved at Dale Creek by Bro. Stevenson, from Buford. Bro. O. P. Mimsey, first Red Desert, has gone into the poultry business on the side. Bro. Massingill, third Hermosa, has resigned and gone with the Florida East Coast. No notes from the Eighth and Ninth District boys. The Sixth District is solid; only one non on the Fifth and four on the Seventh.' Banner awarded the Sixth District. The “live wires’* who contributed to this write- up are Bros. Horiskey, Moyer, Shedd, Yarborough and Chilton. Wanted: Notes from every office on the Wyoming Division, mail to reach me at Bitter Creek, Wyoming, before the 19th of each month. Bros. Peterson, of Sherman, Stevenson, of Bu- ford and Masingill, of Hermosa, have left for the A. C. L., relief unknown. H. A. Matheuy, D. C. Bitter Creek, Wyo. D. P. Division — St. Vrains has been opened as a night and day office, with Bro. Harry Beegte, of the Pennsyl- vania on nights. Bro. Johnson, agent Dacono, on vacation, was relieved by Student Agent Noon. Bro. Marshall, agent lliff, spent the holidays with friends and relatives in Missouri, relieved by Bro. Whitney, of first Sterling. Bro. Parcell, agent Merino, spent his holidays with friends in Des Moines, Iowa, relieved by Mr. Stebbins, from Plattesville second. Bro. Owr.by, agent Merino, called away several day9 owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. Meade, of second there. The paint gang is making things look like new along the D. P., now, and the depot at Merino is to be remodeled by tearing out th*e living rooms, making the office and waiting room larger. Bro. Henry, Sterling third, spent an enjoyable week in Denver recently. It is now Bro$. Hill and Caldwell, at Agate, and it will soon be Bro. Hatfield also. Bro. I. W. Thompson, of the Grand Division, is relieving Agent Houston, at Strasburg. Bro. Dorf has returned from a three weeks’ lay off, relieving Bro. Floyd at Sharon Springs, who has gone to the Postal at Kansas City. Bro. Dorf recently drew second Oakley. Mr. Kitchullen, Oakley third, hurt in a run away, returned to St. Louis. Every brother should make it his personal duty to keep after every new man who lights, and if he can’t produce the necessary, keep at him until he does. Also keep after the old material. No man has any good reason for staying out of any- thing so beneficial to him as our Order. Keep eternally at them. Constant dripping will wear away a stone, likewise constant hammering will finally get them to understand that it is to their credit in every way to join us in our struggle for more pay and better working conditions. Show them where the telegraphers of this country would be if they were not organized, and how small they appear when they sit around and draw the increased wages etc., which our Order has secured. My thanks are due to Bros. Parcell, Touhy Norris and Larsen, for contributions to this write- up. L. C. Duenweg, Agate, Colo. CARD OF THANKS. Omaha, January 15, 1913* T-o the Union Pacific Railroad Telegraphers — Ne- braska, Kansas, Wyoming and Colorado Divi- sions: We make grateful acknowledgment of the most beautiful floral blanket, sent by the various divi- sions, and wish to express through The Railroad Telegrapher, our many thanks and deep apprecia- tion of the tender sentiments conveyed by these flowers, accepted as a tribute of respect from those who knew and loved our dear departed daughter and sister best. Believe us most grate- ful for this splendid remembrance, sincerely, Mrs. M. A. Vapor, Walton Vapor, Edith Vapor Traeukle, Canadian Pacific Ry. B. C. Divisiont First District — Most all the boys are settled for the winter, but there are still a few coming and going. I’ll have to ask someone on the west end branches to tell us what is going on. There are too many new ones for my memory. There are still some “Misters” over that way too. Strange how some persons like to get something for nothing. Bro. H. J. Clark and wife, of Three Valley, spent Christmas holidays in Vernon, relieved by “Mister” Ingles, Three Valley nights. Bro. Martin, agent Ducks, off a few days recently, was relieved by Mr. Brooks, nights there, and he by a new man. Bro. Ashdown, agent at Notch Hill, spent a few days recently in Calgary, relieved by Bro. C. A Porter, night there, and he by a new man. Bro. C. S. Ireland, Tappen days, spent Christ- mas in Vancouver, relieved by Mr. Noble, who also relieved Tiro. W. A. O’Dell at Tappen nights, when he bid in Rogers Pass days. Bro. C. E. Robitaille, agent Salmon Arm, on his annual trip this year took in the sunny south, relieved by Relieving Agent Bro. Keech. Bro. W. H. Price, agent Field, was off a few days recently testing the prairie weather. A new job “Kelowna,” included in the last schedule, was bid in by Bro. H. W. Swerdfager, leaving Golden agency open for bids. Several other jobs are open for bids, mostly for telegraphers. Cert. 17*4- Digitized by Google

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240 The Railroad Telegrapher. Manitoba Division, District One — I was appointed correspondent for this district division at our regular meeting at Dryden, Ont., January nth. Among those present were: Bros. Campbell, Healy, Archibald, Cross, Ralph, Hollingshead, Gil- christ, Cloutier, Whitmore, Hinchliffe, Galvin, .Withrow and the night man from Tache. It was a fair attendance considering the cold weather and the train connections, but were somewhat sur- prised not to see any one representing the three terminals. Bro. Wilton, of Kenora, could not attend owing to some important business at home. Bro. Campbell, our local chairman, explained how the new schedule rate list was drawn out, and how hard for the committee to satisfy everyone. The next schedule however, will favor those who did not get much of a raise this time. The position of relieving dispatcher at Kenora, was left to be considered. The nomination of Bro. Campbell, for local chairman and delegate to the convention was read, also that of Bro. Gil- bert, as alternate. We understand the name of another member has been sent in since for nom- ination as alternate to the convention. We expect Bro. Campbell will be elected by acclamation as local chairman. On motion of Bro. Gilchrist, seconded by Bro. Hinchliffe, our local chairman was awarded $50.00 for his past services. The meeting adjourned at 23K. After the meet- ing, Local Chairman Campbell invited us all to an oyster supper at his cosy little home, which was enjoyed by every one, and it was an early hour of the morning that we left, thanking Bro. and Mrs. Campbell for their courtesy. Boys send in your first month’s increase, pay up your dues and be up-to-date. Hope all the boys have paid their dues. Xo card, no favor. Bro. Cloutier, Whitemouth, has been appointed division correspondent. Please send him all the news items you can get by the 15th of each month. It is impossible for one man to get all the news on the whole district, and nothing shows up better for a division than a good write-up. Let’s turn over a new leaf and start in the new year by sending the correspondent all the news we can get. Cert. 765. Alberta Division — This division has been without a write-up for some time, largely owing to your correspondent taking a vacation, but he has now settled down to work again. The new schedule is something to “write home about,” and is easily worth the first month's increase and then some. If any of the boys have not yet remitted their increase to Bro. Wilton, nowr is the time to get busy. Protracted negotia- tions such as we have passed through, make ser- ious inroads on our exchequer, and it must be kept in good shape to meet all demands that may be made upon it Bro. A. J. Taylor, of Castor, has been com- • pelled to lay off for two or three months to get rested up, and has gone to the coast. He has our best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. Bro. H. B. Williams relieved him. Bro. J. R. Wilkinson, from the T. H. & B., is at Castor nights, R. H. Fox, relieving at Nevisk Bro. R. L. Mcllveen, bid in Bankhead agency, vice Bro. Moth resigned. Bros. Thoroughman and Trickey, will probably secure the new stations. Veteran and Consort. The latter is being relieved at Coronation, by Bro. Lawler. Bro. Reid, bid in and has moved to Halkirk agency. Bro. L. G. Tallman, Gadsby, spent his two weeks’ vacation at home, relieved by Bro. A. J. Farley. We regret to hear of Superintendent Uren’s illness, and hope he may soon be in harness again. Mr. Hobkirk is acting superintendent meanwhile. The new' card looks pretty good, and I would advise all those w’ho have not yet done so, to make themselves the owners of one without delay. Div. Cor. Lake Superior Division, Chapleau Subdivision — A number of the Bros, on the Chapleau and White River Subdivisions had quite a social gather- ing in the Y. M. C. A., at Chapleau, January 3rd; many subjects were discussed, and the general opinion was that we should have a meeting more frequently, also a write-up in every issue of The Telegrapher. Work a little harder for the Order than we have been doing in the past, and see that the few nons on our subdivision are brought in before our next issue. Four new offices were opened in January, mostly filled with new men. Bro. Stewart has returned from a week in Toronto, and Bro. Hatch from a month in Lon- don, relieved by Bro. Brown, and he by Bro. Ward. Bro. Singer, wire operator, has resigned apd gone. Bro. >V. Nesbit has taken the Hobson agency, relieved by Mr. Hamilton, who has been here six months, and it’s time he was lining-up. Bro. Carling has gone to Carter second. Bro. Thompson is still warming his feet by an occasional 7-mile walk. Our local chairman is now chief dispatcher. Bro. Hogg is quite a curler, notwithstanding the fact his hair remains straight. We are all glad to see Dispatcher Bro. Johnson back with us again. Car Checker Jones has our deepfelt sympathy; be has gone to Toronto to take a $60 station agents course in the Dominion “Ham” Factory. Bro. White has been appointed head cook; good business; keep after the nons till they say, “yes,” and be ready to hand them their papers; good idea is to have a supply on hand. “Line-Up” “Mn.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 241 London & Windsor Subdivisions — Things have changed since Hoham died. They tell us in Walsh’s poetry, Look in the farmers advocate, they cried, And see how they class “Pat Coakley.” ’Tis true he is a warrior bold, In railway circles far and near. And if the gangs do not take hold, He puts them in the clear. If all the lads on this old pike. Were loaded up to flee; They’d sail across the ocean wide, And clean up old Turkee. So now dear boys I say adieu Without further pro or con. Stand firm and fast like soldiers true. And let the “bear” hug every “non.’* Ckkt. 179. They tell about a motor bike That tried to fly the air. But found ’twas better on the pike, It was easier on the hair. F. W. N. was at the h^Jm, And Thomas O. in front, There’s not a soul in this realm Who saw them do the stunt. But Cardi&s plasters fixed them up, They belong to the safety league, you sec; The one thing shy in this Bitter Cup, Was dear old “Pat Coakley.” We won’t say more about these two, Their both good heads, you bet. But that picture show of Walsh’s Crew! They’re an awful looking set. Old Dan Tucker with the frying pan, In other words, “one lung.*’ He takes the ribbon from piper Dan And a small slice of “Lee Chung.” Nothing wrong with the man called “boss;” • Let me give you a gentle tip. The man at the end has suffered a loss And - took the blood out of Gyp. Now here’s to the boys on the old C. P., The grandest bunch in the land, Always happy and full of glee, And ready tQ give the glad hand. Now take a whirl at the boys in “N,” A bunch whom you seldom see From start to finish they number ten. And are solid O. R. T. No card no favors is the sign up there, But always willing to lend a sou So get in line, you polar bear, And get your journal from L. W. Q. Did you ever hear of district two, A division on the old C. P., From Islington west all way through, A finer bunch you seldom see. The beauty of this noted pike. It donk support a “non.” Call that dandy if you like, But better still a swell bon-ton. They can talk about their other lines As often as they see fit. But the C. P. R. pulls down their blinds. And makes them drop the mit. New York Central R. R. Putnam Division — The result of combined efforts in rounding up the nons on this division has been very encourag- ing. It is now Bro. Brandon, dnd we have prom- ises of several more. The Yonkers trolley men’s strike January 1st to the 15th, made business on the Yonkers branch very heavy, Van Cortlandt station being kept open till midnight; Bro. Brandon covering this trick. Miss Peterson, acting agent there, pending bids, found the work too heavy, and was relieved by Bro. Wall. x Sister LaFargc, second Gettys Square, has had a chance to find out what selling tickets is like. Bro. Ward is on second “JS” tower. No bids received yet. Bro. Keating is relieving him at Ardsley. An extension has been built to the Nepperhan station combining that station and the carpet works office into one agency, which will be assumed by Mr. Martin from the carpet works.* Bro. Teachman, agent Nepera Park, has had several attacks of serious illness, relieved by Bro. Tuttle, of the Harlem, who also relieved Mr. Crowley, second Elmsford, while off a week sick. Millwood block office had to be closed one day- owing to Bro. Strever having to relieve at Elms- ford. The few delinquent members should pay up their dues and get in good standing before it becomes necessary to pay the extra amount to join over again. Remember all claims to your insurance ceases after you are 60 days in arrears. Bro. Bird, agent Croton Lake, should put him- self in good standing in his home division, and then transfer to us. Bros. Brown and Durning, agent and freight clerk, at Yorktown, have changed positions for the winter, while Bro. Brown is residing in New York. Bro. Dellworth, agent Amawalk, had the mis- fortune to lose his house and all the content* by fire. Bro. McMahon, received very painful injuries to his hand recently, while unloading milk cans from the express car. Bros. Bantelle, Greenwalt and Ward, attended the ball given by the Terminal and Electric Divi sion at New York. The new main line double track opened Jan- uary 20th, between Grey Oaks and Ardsley, mak- ing a registering station at these points for all trains. “Boomer.” Digitized by Google

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242 The Railrqad Telegrapher. River Division — F. Van Woert is now extra brakeman on the Mohawk Division. Bro. Tehan, sick, relieved by Bro. Wolfe, who was relieved by Mr. Vandenburg. The new Y. M. C. A. at Ravena is near com- pletion, a decided improvement over the old cars in use at present. Bro. Gaydette, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Russell, who also relieved Bro. Heavey. Bro. Houghtaling attended the telegraphers’ con- vention at Tannersville, relieved by Mr. Clark. Bro. Buddington, spending a few days in the Catskills, on account of ill health, was relieved by Mr. Bruin. He and A. C. Bogart have left us. Bro. Bush was off a few days, and Bros. Ferrill and Hoag, are off sick. The successful bidders on recent positions are: Bros. Houghtaling, “CW;” Foland, “CA;” Win- ters, “WR;” Schoonmaker, “MX;” Gurnee, “HN;” Hickcox, “CW;” Osterhoudt, “GY;” Fow- ler, “MP” and Greene. “MI,” and Mr. Donahue, “MX.” All positions awarded straight. The nons, who say we have, done nothing for them still go in the pay car and draw increased wages seceured by the O. R. T. New members since January xst, are W. C. Hamilton, M. J. Hydo and Geo. Winters, starting 1913 with a clear gain of (pur at 9amc ’n 1912. On account of the poor attendance at the last meeting in Haverstraw, Local Chairman Marcin- kowski has discontinued the meetings there, and we resume our monthly meetings at Newburgh at 7:20 p. m., the 3rd Saturday of each month. A neat sum was raised by our drawing. Brothers, help us bring in the nons. Good rea- sons exist why all should bring every ounce of effort to bear to bring about a solid organization. Support your committee by giving them something to depend upon. Cert. 9- Hudson Division, Middle Section — We are very sorry to learn of the death of Bro. E. Manion’s mother and extend to him our deepest sympathy. Bro. Yost, relieved him on third S. S., 60. Bro. “Polly” Smith, relief operator, relieved Bro. Clark, while off sick. Bro. Bumster, on first “OX.” till bid in, has gone back to first “BK.” Bro. Kraft, third MBK/' has bid in second “CW” again. A new relief job has been put on at Peekskill. The holder is required to be qualified in “SO,” and “HU” office and all the towers on the Hud- son Division. The three men at S. S. 60, were each presented with a box of cigars at Christmas. Bro. McNiven, first “BK,” is now on third trick there, pending bids. The outlying switch shanty west of S. S. 69, also S. S. 69 and 70, have been dispensed with on account of the four tracking having been com- pleted. This has caused some displacements. Bro. Connors, first at outlying switch cabin, took third S. S. 72, displacing Bro. P. Simmons, who takes the extra list. Bro. Yost, second, and Bro. Everett, third, from the same cabin, also go on the extra list. Bro. Van^Wey, first S. S. 70, dis- placed Bro. Connors, third S. S. 72, the latter brother takes three months’ leave. Bro. Morris, second S. S. 70, displaced Bro. Rivenburg, third S. S. 75, the latter displaced Bro. Trowbridge, second S. S. 75, who goes extra. Bro. Lasher, first S. S. 69, displaced Bro. Haug, first 62, who displaced Bro. R. Dedrick, third S. S. 62, who dis- placed Bro. Baker, second 62. Bro. A. Dedrick, second S. S. 69, displaced Bro. Truesdell, third S. S. 61, who goes extra. Bro. Briggs, third S. S. 69, also goes extra. North End — D. P. Shea, second S. S. 90, while off sick, was lelieved by Bro. Huddleston. Bro. J. H. Allardice, second S. S. 91, while off reporting for the eye test, relieved by Bro. Bou- cher. Bro. M. Smith, agent at Schodack, on his annual vacation, was relieved by Bro. Sutherland. Bro. Taylor, Rightmeyer, and Smith, S. S. 87, have some work ahead of them, as the Walsh Kahl Construction Company have started opera- tions there. Many of the brothers do not take enough inter- est to attend the monthly meeting. This is the only way that you can find out what is going on, what the committee is doing. The brothers should be able to get out once a month. We had twenty- five at the last meeting; see if you can’t beat it the next time. Hudson Divisiojt South End — At the regular meeting held January 21st, Bro. A. Hyae was elected secretary and treasurer for the coming year; we are to be congratulated on electing so able a brother for that office. We extend Bro. J. M. Clark, S. S. 52, our fraternal sympathy, owing to the death of his wife. The general committee are to meet the manage- ment for a new schedule and working rules. Local Chairman Fraleigh, bid in S. S. 54, New Hamburg. Bro. Clough, second- 52, bid in first 52, and Bro. Gallagher, second 46, bid in first 46. At the meeting on Tuesday night, the brothers on the north end presented Bro. Currie, our for- mer chairman, with a solid gold watch fob. The new position of relief operator on the south end, and in the dispatcher's office, was bid in by B*o. G. M. Fay, of Germantown. Understand Bro. D. Torpy has resigned, to go in other fields. We expect to have the general chairman on this division soon, so get busy with those nons. Ballots will soon be out for the vote for local chairman and delegate; be sure and mail your vote, and when you mark your ballot, be sure that it is for the one you are sure will make the best man for the office. A. A. S., Div. Cor. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 243 IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father in His infinite wisdom to call to her heavenly home the dearly beloved wife of our worthy and esteemed Bro. J. M. Clark, in manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved , That the members of Hudson Division No. 8, of the O. R. T., extend to the sorrowing brother and members of his family, their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. F. A. Clough, W. J. Bumster, F. P. F RALEIGH. Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her heavenly home the beloved mother of Bro. E. Manion, be it therefore Resolved, That the members of Hudson Division No. 8, O. R. T., extend to the sorrowing brother and the members of the afflicted family, their sin- cere and heartfelt sympathy in the sad hours of their bereavement; and be it further Resolvedt That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telergapher for publication. W. Buyse, J. H. Slater, A. A. Smith. Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Brooklyn, N. Y., Dec. 19th, 1912. Order R. R. Telegraphers: Dear Sirs: In behalf of my parents, my brothers and sis- ters, I take this opportunity _to thank the many splendid members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, who recently attended the funeral of my youngest brother, Arthur. No more impressive honor could have been bestowed, in life, upon one whom death claimed all too soon, than to have been so beautifully remembered, by the men be loved and respected as friends, associates and fellow workers. One of the most valued things he possessed was ''taken from my young brother when he was forever cut off from daily commingling with men of your fine qualities. You may all be assured that your presence at the final obsequies was a comfort to Arthur’s ‘grief-laden parents, and to all his kin, who suffered untold grief, because he could not have been spared to us awhile longer. Signed, Faithfully yours, Wm. A. Rafter, Sporting Editor, The Standard Union. Grand Central Terminal and Electric Division — Our sixth annual entertainment and ball held in Palm Garden, N. Y., January 26th, was the best ever, and those who did not attend can not realize what they missed. There were about 200 couples in the grand march, which was led by Bro^ M. J. Geoghegan and. Miss Dollie Leddy, assisted by Bro. O. F. Berghorn and Miss Belle Petry. Among those we missed were: Bros. T. M. Pierson, Ted Gallagher and Rief, from Division 37, “Andy” Leonard, from 44, “Doc” Manion and the silver tongued orator Terry, from 29, Bro. Woolley, from the Putnam Division, Fuller and Linn, from 26, and others, who have repeatedly remarked they would not miss our ball for any- thing. They will all be called upon for an explan- ation. Many of the boys who intended to go home early and get some sleep, failed to do so. The crowd did not begin to thin out until about 3 o’clock. It's good we only hold one a year. Bros. Spaulding, of the Harlem, and Bro. Bou- telle, from the Putnam Division, and Bro. Green- wald and wife, from Dunwoodie, were among those who enjoyed themselves fully. Bro. Lester, our valiant impressario, covered a lot of ground, a la Ty Cobb, while looking after the show. He looked very pleased when one of the pefformers sang “Just Someone.’’ Bro. Alrutz looked after thet reception end of the affair, and was kept quite busy entertaining our guests, and he and his committee did it to perfection. A lot more of our good brothers helped to entertain themselves and others. We missed Bro. Stringham, who was unable to be present on account of his mother’s death. Bro. Doolley was as busy as the proverbial one- armed paper hanger, while piling the shekels into the strong box. Bro. Murty was here, there and everywhere about the hall, keeping an eye on things. Bros. Gray, Coslar, Appleby and Jack Howe, formerly N. Y. C. men, were present, and had a good time. Bros. Shields and Van Nostrand, were also there, and we were surely pleased to see them. Bro. John Moss’ nephew, J. K. Moss, sang finely .during the entertainment and the audience appreciated his efforts very much. Bro. Pequigney, from the Erie, was there in all his splendor. Bro. Hirschfield enjoyed himself as usual, enter- taining the ladies. Bros. Curran, Kahn and Coon^ didn’t miss a single dance. Bros. Madigan and Stegman were there, as hand- some as ever. Bro. Wright entertained a party of lady friends from Yonkers. We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Fitzgerald, who handled the Yonkers’ trolley strike so suc- cessfully. He was the guest of Bro. Lester. Bro. Wright entertained a party of lady friends from Brooklyn. Harold is “a bear” entertaining ladies, particularly if they come from Brooklyn. Digitized by Google

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244 The Railroad Telegrapher. Wc never saw a jollier or more contented crowd. Everybody was happy and good natured. We wish to express our appreciation to those who made the affair so successful that it was. Bro. Stimson has a story to tell about trying t«» dispose of his dog up in the Ramapo Mountains. It’s all right. Div. Cor. Norfolk & Western Ry. Norfolk Dii’ision — Most of the extra men are kept busy, work holding up pretty good for them. Chief Dispatcher Bray has returned afer sev- eral months* absence, on account of ill health. Night Chief Page, returns shortly when Bro. John Fitzgerald will go to the west end as third trick dispatcher. Bro. J. H. Shipp has been reinstated and assigned fourth in “K” .office. Bro. Pressnell, third at Blackstone, off a few nights, was relieved by Mr. Jones. Bro. S. E. Sutherland, Wilson, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Buckley, relief agent; Bro. Comer, third Ford, off a few nights on account of sickness, relieved by Mr. Hardy, an old timer, recently returned, and Bro. J. T. Sutherland, third Well- ville, off a few nights, was relieved by an extra man. ^ We now have double track from Burkeville to Epes, just east of Nottoway, and it was recently put m service from Foggy, new office, to Spout Spring. It will be pushed all possible this year. The writer was unable to attend the meeting at Crewe on night of January 18th, but it was a very good one, about eleven being present. The brothers will all be sorry to hear of the continued ill health of Bro. J. E. Holland, of Myrtle, who has returned from the west with little or no improvement. The time for election is drawing near. Let us hope the best available men will be chosen. Drop a few notes to box 277, Crewe, Va., and we will be able to make a better showing in the journal for this division. Cert. 374. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to re- move from our midst, our beloved brother and co-worker, Ennis H. Williams, a tried and true brother, a loyal friend and faithful in the dis- charge of his duties, be it therefore Resolved, That the members of Division 14, O. R. T., extend to the bereaved wife and children their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of this division, a copy furnished the bereaved family, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. J. E. Thomason, G. J. Cushwa, L. W. Lunsford, Committee. Michigan Central R. R. Michigan Central System Division No. 16 is going along in its good old way, making straight for the home base. No dying on first, second or third for us. While our division has had no sen- sational career, still we have made progress The only way to realize this is to compare our first schedule with the present one and note the dif- ference. Those who are impatient because they have not obtained all that they feel thj|t they should have received, should look into this matter carefully. You are now entitled to bid in any vacancy you are qualified to handle. The bulletin- ing of exclusive agents* positions has been ad- justed, and hereafter we do not expect any diffi- culty in regard to the bulletining of positions. Any local items that you may hear of, forward to your local chairman or any officer of your divi- sion and they will see that same is forwarded to St. Louis. We have a strong organization, always have been treated fairly by our officials and feel cer- tain that we will be so treated in the future. Instead of having a dozen different committees to deal with, there will be only one to represent the interests that we are entitled to represent. Cert. 71. Middle Division — Bro. Loehr, who relieved Telegrapher Stewart, at Bloomingdale, on sick list, later bid in Lawton second, nights, but on account of the scarcity of relief agents, relieved Bro. Graham, at Parma, while off sick, Telegrapher Appleman going to Lawton. Bro. Hovarter, from the Wabash, relieved Bro. Shea, at Albion, while off with the grip. Bro. C. M. Brown has resumed at Hares, after an absence several months owing to sickness. Hastings second, abolished, making this import- ant station a one-man position. Grass Lake second opened again after several years, owing to heavy traffic. Several more posi- tions would probably be opened if men could be secured to fill them. On December the 28th a rousing meeting was held at Jackson, with about forty members in attendance, and a very pleasant and profitable time was had. The meeting was addressed by Third Vice-President D. Campbell, and listened to with interest. A number of exclusive agents, train dispatchers and levermen were in attendance. Our monthly meeting at Detroit should be better attended, especially by members living in Detroit, and close by. This meeting is held on the third Monday of each month, and is our regular system meeting. All are invited to attend from any division. The transfer of the important exclusive agencies of Ann Arbor, Albion and Cassopolis, recently, without being bulletined, was taken up with the officials in due form, with the result that they have now been bulletined. The bidding has become animated, but the result is as yet unknown, as these items must go to press before the six days allowed are up. Cert. 71. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 245 Pennsylvania R. R. Lines East. Renovo Division , East End — On January 10th a rousing day and night meet- ing was held at the City Hail. Emporium, with a splendid attendance, upwards of thirty members from various parts of the division, being present. General Chairman Miller and Local Chairman Fidler, of Baltimore, and Arendt, of Foxburg, each gave us an excellent line-up of the situation, and theif presence was productive of much good. Our general chairman compares favorably with Bryan, Roosevelt, John Mitchell and other noted orators in every particular. Bro. Miller’s main theme was “organization.” The enginemen, firemen, trainmen and conductors received more salary than we did, because he sa d these men in the other occupations were clamoring for admission in their respective orders, while we had to almost get down on our knees and beg telegraphers to become members of the- O. R. T. The other orders being more strongly organized received better treatment and recognition than wc telegraphers, brain workers , supposed to represent the “flower” of the forces of the transportation department, but with all our education and brain power, we do not appear to see the benefits of organization, or will not see them and keep on complaining, because other union bodies receive a just compensation for their work, simply by organ- izing, while the telegraphers have to be coaxed, exhorted and begged continually to get in line. It is a shameful situation, but nevertheless, a true one. Let us keep at the nons and try and make them see the light. Bro. Fidler is a man of few words, but what he says counts. He is a hustler from away back, and the State of Maryland as well as Division 17, can well be proud of this honored son. Bro. Arendt represents the best blood of the grand old Keystone State, he is a fighter in the good cause, and his remarks put new fire into our veins. Bros. Miller, Fidler and Arendt are martyrs to the cause of free Americanism, having all been discharged for daring to come out like men and fight our battles. It is the duty of all of us to keep up our dues, pay the committee assessment, and keep up the M. B. D., and in this way help them to keep up the fight for our ultimate victory, which will surely come. The Buffalo Division was well represented at the meeting. Every member present made some appropriate remarks, and Bro. Kane is to be complimented cn his excellent ideas of conducting our meetings. Foreman W. W. Johnson, father of Bro. Clar- ence Johnson, of Huntley, is in the Renovo hos- pital undergoing an operation, we extend our sym- pathy and hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. C. A. Dice, of Sterling Run, is rapidly improving in health. We expect six new applications this pay-day. Pro. Tom Johnson, of Division 52, and his two brothers are working on this division. Bro. Harry Kepler, of Renovo, has resigned, and gone to the Bessemer R. R. We wish him suc- cess. E. S. Randolph, second, “JN” while going down the tower steps during the high windstorm, Jan- uary 1 8th, was blown to the bottom, severely cut on the head and bruised about the body. It will be some time before he will be able to be out again, we all extend sympathy to him, This storm also blew the roof from a barn at Round Island, landing it on the wires, 100 feet distant, cutting Renovo off for over three hours. During the recent Hoods, Bro. Hoffman, second Bensinger, had to dig dow'n twenty feet to drain his cellar, losing 200 cans of mountain huckle- berries and blackberries, and 100 bushels of pota- toes. It is now Bros. N. B. Huling, third Ridgway; Jay Simpson, third Hulings and Harry O’Brien, first Wistar. The O. R. T. Orchestra will soon be organized, with Bros. Goodwin, Rosenkranz and Goodwin, finished musicians on the violin and piano, and Bros. Crosby, Blassey, Hoffman, Sullivan, Kane and McMackin, accomplished vocalists; Bro. Frampton, Scahonda, has charge of the finances, and our Telegraphers social club is bound to be a success, Bro. Frampton is also dealing in safety razors. Sister Ethel Fisher, third Howards, is enjoying a week’s visit with relatives in New York. Bro. Blassey. second Rathbus, was in Buffalo recently, purchasing roofing material for his new residence on Main street. Hereafter kindly send your news to Bro. W. S. Barner, Box 373, Kane, Pa., or Bro. Sullivan, at Emporium, before the 20th of each month. Brothers and Sisters don’t forget your dues, and the extra dollars for the committee, let us stick together, and everything is bound to come our way. Div. Co*. Renovo Division, West End — Bro. L. R. Burlingame, is on second Kane “KZ,” vice Bro. Crawford, who is improving slowly. The new block telephone line between Kane and Erie has been completed. Bro. Wm. G. Wade, bid in relief schedule No. 3, between Johnsonburg and Irvineton; Bro. K. C. Hildum, third Clarendon, and Sister Ruth Sullivan, third Ludlow. Bro. L. Griskey, has returned from a visit to his home in Scranton and Elmira, N. Y., to P. R. tower, Kane, second. Would be glad to receive some notes from Bros. Jordan, at Erie and Armstrong, at Corry. Brothers, get after those nons west of Kane, working with you. Mr. Sheahan, second Clarendon, was relieved a week, owing to sickness, by C. W. Morse, third; F. N. Warren, relieved by Miss Hanley, and she by Mr. Wade, extra. S. W. Johnson, bid in Ludlow first; Mr. Rob- erts, third; S. M. Erie, bid in relief schedule No. Digitized by L.OOQle

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246 The Railroad Telegrapher. 4, and Bro. J. E. Feulner, third Belle Valley tower, bid in third Spring Creek, putting third 5. M. and B. V., on bulletin. Bro. B. H. Woodruff, first “DW” tower, War- ren Jet., taken suddenly sick on duty, relieved by Bro. Connely of second, relieved by Mr. Morse, F. N. Warren Yard third, and he by Mr. Kerr, extra. W. S. B., Div. Cor. Sunbury Division — Two interesting meetings were held in Sunbury, January 7th, with a large attendance at both. Bros. Miller, Fidler and others made forceful addresses outlining the conditions. The result of the election of chairman, etc., will soon be made known, and I wish to say, if re-elected, I will serve the boys as I have in the past. The best faith of your loyalty is to stop knocking, pay your dues promptly, and get an up-to-date. I receive no salary, but if I lose any time to hold a meeting, I am allowed my railroad salary and expenses. I have to pay the money out of my own pocket for all expenses connected with my office, until re-imbursed through the proper channels. I pay my own dues and insurance, and have carried a card going on nine years, and am doing my best and won’t give up the fight until we either win or lose. Any one desiring to know what is being done can be enlightened by writing or asking the general chairman. Bro. E. W. Trexler, resigned, writes from Chattanooga, Tenn., that you need a card to work on the southern roads. Bro. W. G. Levan, went to “BM” tower third, upon closing of “UN” tower, Bro. McHenry bid- ding in the new position at “H” tower. Mr. Hawbecker has gone to the Williamsport Division. We are getting tired of hearing, “I will be with you soon,’r and should see that the nons nearby, and working with us fill out the blanks they have been supplied with, and send them in with the $8.25 necessary to join in February. Mr. Hawbecker, third at “RT,” resigned, to go on the Williamsport Division. If any of the boya have not paid their dues to date, arid think of not doing so, think seriously before you do it, as you may make a great mistake, as there is no getting over the old adage. In unionism there is strength. Czrt. 11. Allegheny Division — Bro. C. O. Will, “K” office extra, is back on his regular relief job, vice Bro. McCoy, who has “AG” message job, extra. Bro. Golden, first “BO,” bid in “VO,” second, Bro. Hodge formerly there, is at his home in South Carolina, sick. We wish him a speedy recovery. Bro. A. B. Caldwell, third “NY,” bid in first “ST.” Bro. Luttrell was off a few days recently on account of sickness. Agent Barnes bid in East Sandy agency, and first trick. This office will be moved to the south end of the siding shortly. Bros. Kline and Hovis, attended a recent dance at Brandon, doing the turkey trot and bunny hug to perfection. Center street job in Oil City, has been made a train director’s office, with C. P. Sloan, on firs* F. VV. Pierson, second, and Bro. Fornoff, third. Bro. C. B. Johnson, thifd Bell, is now on third “NB.” There seems to be a special attraction for him at Rouseville. Bros. J. F. Schneider, Rebolt, Hooks, Miller and Logue recently attended the chicken show in Pittsburg. Several new members have been added to our list, which with those promised next pay day, leaves only eight more nons between Kiski and Oil City. The last meetings at Red Bank were very well attended, especially the morning meeting. If the first trick men don’t attend the evening meetings there better in the future, they will be discon- tinued, some of these who do not attend the meet- ings are the ones to do all the kicking and knock- ing about not being able to hear anything. Pay no attention to our enemies who are traveling over the line trying to discourage us. Don’t lis- ten to that kind of talk, you can always learn the truth from your friends. Things are progressing nicely with our case, it is now up to the higher officials to do business for us, all wc have to do is to stand loyal and not get impatient. Those who attended the meet- ings at Red Bank, know what is being done now. If anything new turns up before another meeting, we will endeavor to let you hear about it, either through the journal or by letter. Ckrt. 18. Monongahela Division — The two meetings at Monongahela City, on Thursday, January 23d, were fairly attended con- sidering the bad weather, but some of the boys failed to come who could have attended without any trouble. Bros. Fidler and Arendt gave us very good talks, dwelling mainly on the facts that con- front us on the P. R. R. at the present time. Bro. D. Adler, has gone south, on sick leave. We wish him a speedy recovery. v Bro. E. C. Kasten wears a smile very broad these days owing to a recent visit of the stork. Congratulations. Extra Dispatcher Eagan, has returned to second “OB,” after an absence of several months, doing relief dispatcher’s work. Mr. Gochnour returning to “WN.” Bro. Thos. Connolly, has been assigned to “PA.” H. S. Johnson, is on third “PA,” during Extra Dispatcher Holloway’s absence. Bro. Thos. Con- nolly has been assigned to “PA.” Bro. H. C. Henne, severely hurt recently alight- ing from a street car near his home, is doing nicely. The new bridge at West Brownsville, is rapidly nearing completion, causing quite a change in the tracks. It is understood there will be an inter- locking at that point in the near future. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 247 Brothers, let us start the new year by doing all we can to upbuild our organization, it is a duty that you owe to yourself and to your fellow em- ploy ea. Cirt. 20. Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — The members have all paid their dues in full for the ensuing term. What better record do you want to show the loyalty of the brothers and sisters to the good cause we represent. This has all been brought about by the activity of the entire membership, and your Local Chairman, Bro. A. C. Grieb, joins in congratulating you for this noble work. Without your help and assistance, this never could have been accomplished. Drum- ming up the membership for dues, is a thing of the past on the Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions, which shows that good true union men who know their duty go and do it. Six new members during January and several promised sure for February, shows that the boys are waking up; keep on looking ahead of you, never look back, nor stop to think what you have done in the past, but keep pushing ever onward. Our General Chairman, Bro. J. F. Miller, ad- dressed the two joint meetings at Sunbury, and one at Lockhaven, during the past month, which were well attended. We all extend Bro. Miller our heartiest congratulations for the good work he has done, and are all very glad to know that he has been restored to health again, and is able to come out among us. Bro. T. E. Fidler, member of the general committee, was with us at the same meetings, and his talk was enjoyed by all. We all admire and love Bro. Fidler for his loyalty to the cause, and the members are all showing it in no uncertain tone. May God ever bless both Bro. Miller and the whole general committee, and may their lives be spared to do wonderful things for the men whom they represent. Quite a number of jobs up for bids now; keep on the lookout for the one you want. “WO’* new office Williamsport bid in by the following Bros.: W. S. Nicely, first; L. C. Her- rold, second and C. F. Wasser, third, another solid office. Relief schedules discontinued De- cember xoth, owing to the scarcity of men due to opening three new offices, have all been resumed again. Bro. S. H. Nagle, assigned first at “YM.” No sir, you couldn’t keep Bro. Coyle away from Lockhaven, even with a hay rope. What’s the matter with a little more of that no card, no favor on the third division. You nons who enjoy reading The Railroad Telegrapher, that some one else buys for you should remember that you have nothing to fall back on if you don't get a square deal, whiqfi is tried somewhere most every day. Why don’t you hand in your applications instead of sitting around waiting for something to happen. Div. Cor. Baltimore Division — Remember this is the last month that you are in good standing. If you have not paid your dues for the term ending June 30th, do it now. The convention time is drawing near. See that the committee gets your contribution at once.* Each member should attend at least one session of the grand division, it is now in your reach, and you are welcome to come. Bro. J. W. Kirk, has taken a clerical position with the company, Bro. H. S. Watson, taking third “BA,” relieved by Bro. W. H. Farcht, at “K.” G. M. Smith, is in “B” office, extra, Bro. and G. E. McGee, working extra on the division. Bro. C. E. Smith, was recently married. Congrat- ulations. Bros. S. S. Glessner, and J. B. Linthurst, have had a great deal of sickness in their families recently. They have our sympathy. Our meetings at Baltimore both day and night have been well attended, and the men have taken a lively interest in what is doing. Every brother should attend and have his say. At the last meeting we were favored with the presence of our worthy General Chairman, Bro. J. F. Miller and Bro. T. E. Fidler. The boys en- joyed listening to the fine addresses they made. These men deserve the support of each man on the system, as they have toiled hard in the inter- est of the telegraphers. Our fight has been a long one, but when vic- tory is won the men will appreciate it all the more, because they will know what the cost and labor has been to accomplish the desired end. Look around and about you and see what organ- ized labor has accomplished the past several years, then get busy and show the unorganized the advantages to be gained by being affiliated with the organizations of their craft. Remember the more men that are organized the better show you have. Each man should be an organizer. Each man added to the ranks makes Us that much the stronger, each taken away that much the weaker. We should practice the “no card no favor,” after you have given a man a fair chance to get a card. Don’t believe any stories circulated by out- side parties, see your local chairman for the truth. Keep up the fight, we arc going to win. “Kacy.” West Jersey and Seashore Division — The way the dues are coming in speaks well for the boys; we are in good shape, the late arriv- als showing the right spirit. All who have not paid-up, do so at once. After February a8th. remember you will not be beneficial if your dues are not paid for this period. Bro. Grieb, of the Williamsport Division could give us some pointers on how to pay dues promptly. He is a shining example, let every division follow suit. Forget your imaginary troubles and pay up like men. The dispatcher's phone on the W. J. & S. was out of service several weeks, and Bill Atkinson was so worried, he did not sleep well nights. He dearly loves the phone. It works then it don’t. A. Edwards, was relieved as agent at Haddon- field, given his rights as a telegrapher and sent Digitized by Google

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248 The Railroad Telegrapher. to relieve Bro. Van Gilder, who being an exclu- sive ag£nt, he had no right to bump. However, one of the “wangs” told Bro. Van Gilder he wou’d see that he got his job back if he would join them, and he gave up $3.25. He is still out of his job and also out the money, but he came back like a man, where he belongs, and will remain; no more bait for him. We had two meetings on January 16th, Bro. Miller addressed both, and his remarks were to the point, showing that some persons have been doing a lot of talking about things they knew nothing of. Bros. Fidler and Rex, also spoke of matters as they found them. M. J. Kelly, Berk, of Jersey City, and another gentleman were also present. The meetings were full of hope and enthusiasm. Bro. Simonton, of the Trenton Divi- sion was also on hand, with some of his men. Things look very good, and with just a little more patience, we will soon be where we belong. The “Wedge" following our meetings uninvited lias become very dull, worried and desperate, owing to its failure to start trouble. A well-known official was recently quoted as saying that the company had spent $350,000.00 in 1912, fighting us, and it had not done five cents worth of good; some of the best men going to other roads, where conditions are more congenial and the pay better. All the new jobs opened lately, were put on at $57.70 the minimum the lowest paid on any of the divisions. Bro. Rex, of the general committee has just been over this division and done some good work bringing in some desirable material. The Telegraphers’ association held its annual meeting on January 9th, and elected for the ensu- ing year: Bro. E. M. Coles, president; Bro. C. B. Heritage, secretary, and Bro. Pheasant, treasurer. Those who have not paid their dues for this period, please send 75 cents to Bro. Heritage, Westville, N. J., which pays up to July 1, 1913. After the regular routine, we all repaired to an eatiifg place and enjoyed a fine menu, Bro. Rex giving us a good talk. The absent ones missed a great treat. The brothers all sympathize with Bro. and Mrs. Hamilton in the death of their little boy. Also with Bro. and Mrs. H. V. Soults, whose little girl died with black diphtheria. Bro. Hamilton' was relieved by Extra Agent Thompson, and Bro. Soults, by Extra Sutton a new man. Bro. Van Gilder, displaced Bro. Wentzel, third “M” tower, who hopes to bid in second Vineland. Agent Morris, of Paulsboro, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. H. H. Merrill; agent Shimp, Yorktown, by Bro. Goff, who also relieved Agent Duble, at Alloway and Timberman, Alloway Jet , Bro. Kirkbride, at Clarksboro, by J. W. Muessen ; Bro. A. H. Shimp, Swedesboro, by Bro. H. H. Peacock; L. Swain, Jr., at Salem, by C. C. Marks and Bro. Miller, at Pleasantville, by Bro. W. W. Carr. Jr. Bro. Norman Morris, of Forrest Grove, and II. J. Thompson, agent Monroeville, N. J., were recently married, we hope Mrs. Thompson will see that Herman fulfills his long standing promise. He should do so at once to protect her. We hope Bro. Morris will tell Mrs. Morris about the L. A., and have her join right away. Congratula- tions. New jobs assigned: Wallace, first, R. W. Cop- page; second, N. L. Renner, and third A. B. Cain; Gibbstown, second, J. T. Heaton; Penns Grove, first, V. C. Knowles and Asbury to Bro. E. W. Pancoast (no relation to Chester Pancoast), Swedesboro, first, to Bro. A. Harris; second, Bro. A. H. Shimp; Salem days L. Swain, Jr; Manning- ton first, Bro. P. B. Shimp; second, J. B. Caley; Sewell second, to N. Libe; Elmer A. Schnitzler, North End, Bro. Lounsberry, first and C. F. Stew- art, second; Franklinville to Bro. H. L. Strat- ton; South Vineland, Bro. H. H. Merrill; Sea Isle City, days to Bro. B. Pipschcr (a live one) ; Corsons Inlet day, Leo Grassy; Sound days, O- B. Norlin; Lucaston, third, Bro. J. H. Collins; “UN” Camden second, to G. W. Cole; Husted days, J. F. Asay. F. M. Evans, from the C. R. R. is on the extra list. Nearly all of these are up-to-date. Bro. J. W. Muessen, former agent at Bridge- port, is back from the B. & O. A good old scout we’re glad to welcome home. Bro. D. R. Lee, of Berlin, N. J., has returned from a month’s visit through the south and Cuba, relieved by Bro. H. L. Stratton, and he by Sister Stratton, his wife. P. L. Earley, has branched out as a musical composer. We are glad to welcome Bro. Meredith back at Lucastown second. How about the L. A*, for Mrs. Meredith? Div. Co*. IN MEMORIAM.' Whereas, It has pleased God in His infinite wisdom, to take from our midst to a higher reward, our beloved brother, Ezekiel D. McDer- mott, of Burlington, N. J., and Whereas, We are grief stricken because of th - loss of one whom we knew as a true and faith- ful friend and a loyal member, therefore be it Resolved, That the Pennsylvania Railroad Sys- tem, Division No. 17, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, that in this their hour of awful sorrow, we extend to the bereaved widow and children our heartfelt sympathy and may God lead them through life forever, and be it further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions bo mailed to the bereaved widow’, a copy forwardc l to the Telegrapher for publication. J. H. Austin, Jr. H. J. Reeves, F. Trautman. Committee. N. Y. C. & St. L. R. R. Third District — Bro. F. F. Cowley, recently returned from visit- ing his mother, in Iow’a, who was very ill, has been called there again on account of her death. Digitized by Google

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Thf. Railroad Telegrapher. 249 He has our sympathy in his bereavement. He was relieved first by J. Linneman and later by 0. M. Anderson. Bro. R. J. Bowman, relief agent, was off two weeks in December, on his honeymoon, to New York City. Bro. R. P. Lingerfelter, second Fostoria, is in the hospital, undergoing an operation, which we all hope will be successful. Bro. Brubaker, third McComb, off a few days; rumored he was getting married. Bro. A. T. Hixon, first Continental, off a few days, sick, was relieved by Bro. L. E. Wagner, of third there, and he by Mr. Behler. Bro. G. A. Leeth, third Payne, was called to Texas on account of the serious illness of his wife, who is there for her health. Bro. E. F. Kelley, agent Peabody, bid in sec- ond Green Springs, Jet., relieving D. E. Johnston, resigned. Bro. C. B. Woolpert, first Green Springs Jet., on vacation, was relieved by C. L. C.antz, later appointed agent at Peabody. The meeting at Bellevue, in January, was very interesting and fairly well attended, but not nearly all the boys that could be there came. Now, February is the election of officers, and we hope to see everyone of you there who can possibly come. At our December meeting, Ex-Bro. E. J. Par- rish, superintendent telegrapher, was with us in the interests of the safety department recently installed by the road, and gave us an interesting talk on thi9 and other matters pertaining to our work. If some of you fellows will loosen up and send me a line or two perhaps I can do better next month. Skygack. Cincinnati, Hamilton and Dayton Ry. Wellston and Delphos Division — Austin night office has been closed again, and the two men put on at Jamestown have been taken off, making it a one-man office again. Both Wellston and Delphos Divisions will be solid in a very short time. Great credit is due Bro. Har- per for keeping the boys lined up. He has cer- tainly made us an honest and conscientious local chairman, and we trust he will continue to act in that capacity. It is about time for the election of officers and delegates to the convention, and we should- vote for the best man. Our meetings are well attended, but more of the members should come out and not allow a few to handle the whole responsibility. Bro. Walker is back on Wellston first, and Bro. Redfern at Xenia. * Bro. C. L. Culverson, who secured Ocla agency, was recently married. Bro. Hubbard, at Cartaw, went to Newport, Ky., and was also married, but it was some time before the boys got wise. We congratulate both and wish them the best pf luck. Bro. Marrisin has returned from his vacation. Bro. Hahnc, of West Milton, has been doing some good work, lining up the nons. He would make a good correspondent for the Delphos Divi- sion, and we hope he will take hold and send in the changes, etc., by the 20th of every month to the journal. Bros. Kramer, Beckej, Edwards, Oakley, Ault, Berryman, Hedrick, Mott, Gunckel, and many others I don’t just now think of, should be able to send in some good items. We should have all our meetings written up and write up the situation around our respective stations. Come to all the meetings you can, boys, and talk over our proposed revised schedule, and back up the committee. “No card, no favors,” so tell the nons. Div. Cor. Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry. Wisconsin Valley Division — - Tomahawk Wis., Dec. 25th, 1912. To the memhers of Division No. 23. Dear Sirs and Brothers: I wish to acknowledge your Christmas gift of a very handsome Turkish rocker. It is impossible for me to express as strongly as I might, how deeply I appreciate your kindly and generous gift, how deeply my feelings havo been touched, and how profoundly it has moved me. That I shall enjoy the creature com- fort the chair affords need not be said, but that which touches me most deeply is that you have faith and confidence in me as your representative; that what I have done or assisted in doing or have attempted to do in your interests has your approval. With this knowledge to encourage me I shall, while I remain your chairman, go on with your work with renewed vigor. Again let me assure you, with all emphasis, of my deep grati- tude for your fraternal remembrance. Yours fraternally, R. E. Schultz, L. C. Wisconsin Valley Division Notes — Our new schedule and wage scale does not give us very much money, but we got several new rulings, which will help a whole lot, and we all know that the committee did everything in its power to better our conditions. Bro. Little, third Grand Rapids, has our heart- felt sympathy in the loss of his wife. He was relieved a few days by Mr. Parker, who later went to Arbor Vitae, pending bids. Local Chairman Bro. R. E. Schultz was more than pleased with the Christmas present given him by the boys. Bro. West, third Merrill, has Necedah agency, while Mr. Livemash is on third in the Wausau dispatcher’s office, first trick dispatcher being put on as night chief, relieving Mr. Janes, our chief, of that work. Mr. Vachreau is on first and Werner on second. Mosinee was bid in by Clace. We should all try and land those fellows holding non telegraph stations. They are now eligible, being included in our schedule. Also get after Digitized by CjOOC

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250 The Railroad Telegrapher. the few nons holding telegraph positions and show they are ’way off their beat, and will be farther off unless they get lined up right away. Cert. mo. Milwaukee Terminal District No. 8 — I wish to start the New Year right by having our district take its place with the others in the columns of our Telegrapher. I have resigned several times as correspondent, and as nothing has appeared in our journal lately I have taken the liberty to hand you what little dope is known to me. West Allis recently reopened a day office, only with Bro. Muth doing the 1 2-hour stunt. This station came in on the schedule in the last revi- sion with Bro. Houlehen as agent. Kinnickinnic Bridge is also shown in the new schedule. “JA” shops office recently opened again, bid in by Mr. Stock. Brothers, do not forget your dues, nor cease to work on the few nons left until we get them all in The terminals did not gain a great deal in the revision of our schedule, December i, 1912, but we hope for more in the future, being annexed to the LaCrosse Division. Our local chairman has had no grievances to handle, which is saying something. We have a fine set of officials in the terminals, which fact should be appreciated by all the brothers. Super- intendent Hinricks, Trainmaster Christoffcr and Chief Clerk Hebard are all telegraphers who caine from the ranks. This is one reason, perhaps, why we have no grievances, as they are familiar with our conditions. Brothers, come to the meetings of our club once a month, at the Eagles’ Club Rooms. You are all admitted if you have an up-to-date card. It is not compulsory to join, and I am sure you will not regret the time spent with us. Time and date shown in the directory of The Teleg- rapher, of meetings. Remember your dues and don’t forget your insurance. Uncle Dudley. Lax Dizdsion — The schedule negotiation has been successfully closed by our committee, and the results are cer- tainly commendable. We now have a set of rules which are second to none, especially the placing of non telegraph station agents in our schedule. Bro. H. L. Tofsen, second West Salem, was re- lieved for a month by Miss M. Evans. Bro. L. B. Seymour, third there, relieved J. J. Purcell at Kilbourn, relieved by D. B. Baker, Bro. Geo. Olsen, third Bangor, is relieving Bro. W. M. Harris at Lyndon for three months, relieved by Bro. Earl Bergeson. Bro. Finigan, first Kilbourn, is on a three months’ leave, relieved by Bro. P. F. Coughlin. Bro. P. E. Call goes to second Portage; E. L. Campbell to second Oconcmowoc; I. J. Marvin to third New Lisbon; H. C. Ruck to third Cheney and W. J. Haushalter to third Elm Grove. Bro. N. H. Pratt goes to Waterloo as agent telegrapher; H. E. Ward to Fall River; Agent Ward to Doylestown and Agent O. J. Peters to Wyacena, all taking advantage of the new clause in our schedule. It is very encouraging to have these men line up so early. We hope this will be a lessen to some of the hardshells to come across and be men among men. Chas Nellius, day levernian at Watertown Jet., has gone to Texas for a three- weeks’ vacation, re- lieved by John Humphrey, and he nights by Mr. Sharfe. B. C. Hagman, formerly at Reeseville nights, now a conductor on the Superior Division of the Great Northern, spent three weeks recent’y with his parents and brother at Reeseville. Bro. M. L. Tracy, East Rio, recently spent two weeks visiting at Milwaukee and other points, re- lieved by I. B. Sherman of Marshall. The family of Bro. F. A. Leavenworth, who spent part of the winter at Rio, have returned to their claim in Montana. Bro. Leavenworth will probably go west when spring opens and help put in the crops. Div. Cor. Prairie du Chien & Mineral Point Division — Prairie du Chien and Wauzeka third have been abolished. Bro. Eberle bid in third Whitewater, and Bro. Vaughan, third Wauzeka, went on the extra list. Bro. Miles, agent Prairie du Lac, was off a few days recently. Bro. Broderick, Mazomaine second, is on a two months’ leave to get his horse in shape to enter races at fairs this fall, relieved by Bro. Alywatd. VV'e were all shocked to learn of the sudden death of our beloved Bro. S. B. Davy, agent Mil- ton, who died of pneumonia December 31st. He was one of the oldest men on the division, always up to date and active in the Order. Bro. Crink- law is acting agent at Milton, relieved on second Wauzeka by Bro, Vaughan. Bro. Woods, third Whitewater, bid in Milton second. Bro. Stone is relieving Bro. Carl Davy, second Milton Jet., ow- ing to the death of his father, and Bro. Holmes at Gratiot, off several days for the same reason, was relieved by Mr. Brunt, of Darlington. Bro. Shore, of third Lone Rock, was obliged to take a week’s rest, as result of injury received while repairing a spout on the water tank there. Bro. B. P. O’Neil, agent and first Eagle, is back from a week’s vacation, relieved by Bro. Welsh of Whitewater. Bro. Hitchcock, a new man, bid in second McFarland. Mr. Marsh relieved Bro. Sikhart on second Madison during the holidays. Bro. Crowley, second leverman, Monona tower, was relieved by Brantmeyer a few days, owing to the death of* his father. Mr. Hennessy took second Janesville and Mr. Allen is selling tickets there, vice Mr. Davis on vacation. Bro. W. J. Smith, agent Monroe, re- cently ^visited his old home in Illinois. Bro. Mil- lard, agent Lima, visited his wife’s parents in Orfordville between trains Sunday, January 12th. Cert. 618. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 251 IN MEMORIAM. Whereas. It has pleased our heavenly Father to remove from our midst our esteemed brother, D. B. Davy, therefore, be it Resolved, That in his death Division No. 23 has lost a faithful and honored member, and be it further Resolved, That we extend to bis bereaved fam- ily our heartfelt sympathy In their hour of sadness, and this memorial be spread upon the minutes of this division, a copy sent to thp family of our late brother and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. D. Mowe, Jr., D. A. Crinklaw, J. B. Meyer, Committee. Superior Division — Bro. W. O. A..en bid in Plymouth agency, and Bro. E. S. Stark, who has been visiting at Kansas City and other western points, recovering his health, bid in third Kiel. Bro. W. J. Luth is visiting Chicago, Detroit, Niagara Falls and Boston. N Bro. Hartman gets second Mass, Bro. Schiebe going to Greenleaf agency. Bro. Bennet is dispatching at Green Bay, re- lieved by Bro. -Bergstadt on second Ellis Jet. Mr. Hansen is on third there. Hand him a blank, boys, and line him up. A. Starzer worked second Ellis a few days. Marinnette and Menominee are receiving an average of 125 carloads of logs daily, the best business in many years. Amberg and Randville second have been opened to handle the increasing traffic. The parcel post is doing great business, accord- ing to some of the boys who have to carry the mail between the depot and post office; the increase averages over 100 per cent. Some action ought to be taken to relieve them of this part of the work. Bro. O’Herrin, Oconto Jet. nights, has bought out the controlling interest in the eating house there and will furnish “bang-up meals” for all comers. The writer thanks Bro. Luth for his news items and wishes all the boys would take more interest in the division write-up. Cert. 663. River , C. V. and Wabasha Division — Bro. R. M. McCullough, after relieving Bro. C. W. Workman, second Lake City, a week, re- lieved R. Daley on Vermillion second. Bro. J. W. Martin, relieved on third Lake City by J. H. Olson, second Frontenac, relieved H. A. Jones, agent Newport, on vacation. Soft weather in the mountains recently, causing slides, has made coast trains on all roads late. Our new schedule shows some very acceptable changes in the rules, which will be appreciated by all. The five-year men are grateful for the annual passes they got the first of the year, and a number of new positions were put on the schedule, so we ♦will be in a position to represent them next time. Bro. M. S. Clymer, relieved on third lower yard, St. Paul, by Bro. Youngblood, is very ill, having just undergone an operation, and may be obliged to have another soon. He has our sympathy, and we hope that he has a speedy recovery. Wacouta second was closed several nights when W. E. Thayer went to Frontenac, owing to no one being available. A. F. Lakman, second St. Croix Crossing, cap- tured two runaway boys recently and took them to their homes in Minneapolis next day, receiving the thanks of their parents. Bro. R. C. Johnson, second Redwing, tried the Minneapolis relay job a few days, later bid in by F. A. Sanborn. Bro. Jim Leahy is back on third Wabasha after relieving Bro. Cahill at signal tower, on vacation. H. C. Birler, from A. C. Birler’s office at Mil waukee, secured the new clerkship in Lake City freight house. Minnesota City third is open for bids, and Kel- logg third opened. The hours of a number of the agents have been changed to conform to the new schedule, making more of them report for two or three hours on Sundays and at stations where three telegraphers are employed in addition to the agent. Cert. 2038. South Minnesota Division — Superintendent E. G. Perkins, deceased, was succeeded by E. G. Atkins, with F. J. Holmes as train master and S. C. Sorrenson chief dispatcher at LaCrosse, assisted by C. M. Auge as first; C. J. Withe, second, and T. P. Horton, third dis- patchers, and Bro. E. J. Fogarty on side table. At Madison, J. W. Moore is chief; Carl A. Berg, first; F. N. Canfield, second, and John W. Molone, third trick dispatcher, with Bro. Roy E. Wood at the side wire. It is very gratifying to the boys to know that all but one of the trick dispatchers have risen from our own ranks and were good live mem- bers up to the time they became train dispatchers. We hope they will continue to climb to the top of the ladder. Their promotions show that if we wish to advance we must join the grand old O. R. T. The side table job at Lax, bulletined during the dispatcher’s vacation and bid in by Bro. E. J. Fo- garty, was later bulletined permanently and bid in by R. N. Minor! Bro. W. E. Campbell gets Wessington Springs; Bro. V. E. Hanson, Minnesota Lake; Bro. A. j. Keller, Wycoff; Bro. R. F. Gunderson, Garden City, and R. C. Sacket, second Lanesboro, whilt the side table job at Madison is in force. Bro. Levy Seveson is back at Haywood, Minn., vice Bro. Percy Taggart, who has a better posi- tion in Tennessee. Bro. Frank Bloom is acting relief agent at Gar- den City, Bro. George Nolte gets Spring Valle> second, and Bro. E. A. Wilson, Houston second. Digitized by Google

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252 The Railroad Telegrapher. Local Chairman Turner, who made a flying trip over the division recently, is confined to bis bed with the grippe. Study the new schedule and bear in mind that we need rules as much a$^ money. We have the best set of rules of any road in the United States, and our wages, on the average, are higher than on any other road in our district If good business continues until next fall and we keep up our present membership and get the nons lined up, wt will get the largest increase ever secured. Remem- ber that ioo per cent membership will bring us 100 per cent wages. Let us all pull together; it is to our mutual interest to do so. Pay the 1913 dues promptly and show our appreciation for what the Order has done for us. Don’t wait to be dunned repeatedly by the G. S. & T. and local chairman. Remember that your vote will not be counted unless you are paid up to date, and be sure to cast your vote. It is your duty. Pick out good men whom you can support, and try to elect and stand by them. Cert. 324. Iowa & Minnesota Division — Bro. Grau, at Austin, was the only one who sent me any items for this write-up. The new schedule is full of good things we did not have before, too numerous to mention in de- tail. Study it fully, get all that’s coming to you and give the company all that is coming to it. You nine-hour men watch the Sunday overtime, and if you have anything coming, go after it. Bro. Putnam, third Faribault, bid in Ridgeway agency, vice Bro. Jones, resigned, relieved, pend- ing bulletin, by Bro. Jack Motweiler, from Rose- mount. Bro. Chatman’s wife is improving and will soon be around again. Bro. Farley relieved Mr. Berg on third Bloom- ing Prairie. Bi others who have not remitted for the current term before March 1st, 1913, will not be allowed a vote at the election at that time. The River and I. & M. will have but one chairman for the two divisions after that date, and we will need every vote in order to re-elect Bro. Grau, at Austin, who has been a very able and efficient chairman. So let’s all get up to date and cast our vote March first. Every brother working with a non on either side should try to line them up. They have no good reason for staying out when they accept all the good things that come with the schedule with open arms and at the expense of the good loyal brothers who have made our present working con- ditions possible. We need every telegrapher in our organization. Let the next six months see the I. & M. Division solid. Wishing you all a happy and prosperous year. Fraternally, C. R. P. Iowa & Dakota Division — CARD OF THANKS. Lennox, S. D., Jan. 3, 1913. We extend our heartfelt and most grateful thanks’ to the members of the O. R. T., Division 23, Iowa & Dakota Division, for their beautiful floral offering and the sympathy and kindness shown us during our recent sad bereavement. That kindness will never be forgotten. B. E. Huisinga. H. & D Division— The meeting which was called at Bristol Satur- day, January 18th, was a grand success. While there were not as many present as expected, every- one learned something, and all were wiser than before. Bro. Turner, local chairman, from Fulda, Minn., gave a very interesting talk, also Bro. Derrickson and Local Chairman Ayars. The fol* lowing brothers were present: George B. Turner, Ed. R. Derrickson, D. H. Ayars, R. F. Walker, W. G. Herzog, R. M. Plumb, C. W. Mayer, H. O. Churchill, C. P. Baker, F. R. Bloom, J. E. Feeker, R. C. Pratt, J. M. Mayer, V. A. Garlock, L. P. Sapp, F. H. Loomis, W. Emmons, W. H. Thomas and J. F. Burdick. Another meeting will be held at Aberdeen on Saturday evening, February 15th, when a joint sociable event will be talked about with the C. & N. W. and the M. & St. L. boys. Bro. O. D. Bullert, third Webster, resigned and gone West, was relieved by Bro. Charles Me- Rey- nolds, from Bristol. J. E. Dalton, from Groton, is relieving C. Howard on second Webster, re- signed. Bro. W. H. Claussen, who resigned first Wau hay and went to Millerton, N. D., agency, on the Midland Continental, was relieved by Bro. L. W. La Barren, from the P. S. C. T. U. Bro. W. H. Thomas, from Calgary, relieved Bro. F. F. Gordinier, first Bristol, who bid in Cogswell, N. D., vice Bro. A. A. Wadden, who bid in Langford agency. Bro. J. F. Buddick re- lieved Bro. Olson, second Bristol, gone to the P. S. at Butte yards, Mont. Bro. L. W. Meyer, from the Great Western, is on third Bristol. Second Holmquist abandoned, I. B. Cartwright visiting his family at Minong, Wis. E. F. Moure bid in third Summit, relieved at Twin Brooks by W. J. Cour. Third Groton closed, and E. J. Dalton, inter ested in a restaurant, went on third. Boys, read over the rules in the new' schedule very carefully; a number of them have been changed. Sunday hours must be consecutive six hours from the time you first come on duty, and any time you put in after six hours are up wilt be treated as a call for the first hour and over- time for all hours in excess of the first hour. Do not fail to send in your overtime slips. By Article 1 7, Section 3, telegraphers or agents who do reliel w’ork, except in cases of emergency, are allowed $30 per month in excess of their own salary at their regular station. Time to be sent in on the reguar time roll, sy much regular job and $30 foj- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 253 relief work; commissions on express or telegraph not considered. Keep in good standing and bring in tbe nons, The stronger we are, the better the schedule we will get the next time our committee goes in. The small increase in the dues does not amount to any- thing compared to the amount of benefits derived. H. O. Churchill, Div. Cor. chairman will have all the assistance he desires. We need a shake-up once in a while. Ice trains are in operation at Spirit Lake and Storm Lake, getting ready for the summer's sup- ply of ice. I want to thank each one who has bestowed honors and helped me during the past year. S. S. P., Div. Cor. Des Moines Division — Bro. R. H. Martin, who relieved Bro. A. F. Larson, of Grimes, while he attended his father's funeral recently, at Viborg, S. D., also relieved Bro. T. Hayett, at Grange, while he attended the funeral of his sister. Bro. A. L. Grooms, who has been acting as relief agent several months and holding down a claim, recently visited his family in Montana ana his mother at Storm Lake. On his return he re- lieved Bro. Kudje at Waukee while the latter was visiting at his home in Britt, Iowa. Later Bro. Grooms drew Varina station, relieving Mr. Wright, resigned, the fourth oldest man on the division, having been there eight years. Mr. Wright will now assume charge of his large chicken ranch. Bro. L. L. Jefferies, cashier at Jefferson, and wife spent a few days in Des Moines recently. His father, Bro. C. Jefferies, relieved him. Section Foreman James Anderson, at Cooper, attended the funeral of his daughter, in California, recently. He has our sympathy in his bereave- ment. Anyone finding a mistake in the new seniority list should draw the chief's attention to it I have not received any news from anyone for the past three months. Any time you hear of any- thing interesting, I will appreciate your calling “C” and telling me. Bro. C. L. Stahl drew Marathon tower; Bro. Houghtaling, towerraan at Fonda, and Bro. Stahl towerman, will relieve the agents this coming sum mer, they being the only ones outside the regular relief agent who can be called on. Bro. Hough- taling relieved the agents at Nehama a few days recently, and Bro. Stahl relieved Bro. R. H. Mar- tin, Clive second, while at home in Iowa City during the holidays. A big well is to be drilled at Clive, and the tound house and machine shops will undoubtedly be erected there. Live up to the schedule and get all that is com. ing to you. Every agent who handles the U. S. mail will surely help the railroads and our committee to have the carrying the mail and parcel post put on the government and relieve the agents and teleg- raphers from handling it to and from the station to the post office. This will be one of the next grievances to be rectified. There are several running for local chairman and delegate, and whoever gets it Will be expected to work for the betterment of the Des Moines Division, Now that so many have woke up, the IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been the will of Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call to her heavenly home the beloved sister of our Bro. T. Hayett; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Des Moines Divi- sion, Division 23, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the bereaved brother their heartfelt sym- pathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother and to The Teleg- rapher for publication. S. S. Price, for Des Moines Div. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas. The Divine Ruler of the universe has called home the beloved father of Bro. A. F. Larson; therefore be it Resolved , That we, the members of Des Moines Dvision of Division 23 bow in humble submission to the will of our heavenly Father and extend to the bereaved brother our heartfelt sympathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to Bro.’ Hayett, and a copy to The Teleg- rapher for publication. S. S. Price, for Des Moines Div. C. & C. B — In Iowa Division — - Eleven hundred and one new members in No- . vember, nineteen hundred and twelve in December and ten thousand three hundred and thirty-nine during the year 1912 is a record breaker for the Order at large. The sub-committee circular of December 23d sounds good. Bro. McHuff relieved Mr. Howlett, third Atkins, while attending his wife’s funeral, and Bro. Ram- sey relieved Bro. L. A. Kell, first Oxford Jet., off a few days sick. On account of double tracking, two more met. have been put on at Rockaway. Foner Knight, Newhall third, fell over some mail sacks and hurt his hand, Conklin, from Max- well, relieving. A. M. Thune resigned Huxley agency, relieved by Mr. Lebeck, from the U. P. Bro. Bright landed third Elwood, and Mr. Ed wards, from Toronto, second; Bro. A. M. Bol- linger, third Browns, and Bro. Ramsey, second Martelle. McConneghey, second Lost Nation, on sick list, relieved by J. W, Hart and he on third by J. F, Sorg. Digitized by Google

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254 •The Railroad Telegrapher. Construction work cast of Dclmar Jet. has been stopped on account of quicksand. Surveyors arq now trying to get a line through via Maquoketa. Bros. Hutson and Rood, Slater tower, attended the January club meeting in Des Moines and heard an address by State Labor Commissionei Urick. The attendance was good, and everyone had a good time. Bro. Seger, at Morley, was kept busy a few days recently when fifteen cars were ditched and the main line blocked. Passenger trains were detoured via Monticello. Cert. 1408. K. C. Division — Bro. Glenn Anderson is now on third Washing- ton, and Bro. J. B. Fisher on third Seymour. Bro. Walter Abbett bid in third Mystic, and Bro. H. M. Shaw, Amanda days. Bro. Wilson is on third “CB” and Bro. Good- win on second, vice Bro. Clark. Bro. Balkey has been down on his Texas planta- tion sixty days, engineering the cotton and rice crops, relieved by Bro. Williamson, who also re- lieved Bro. Gallagher a few days. Sister William- son is working at Newtown while her husband accommodates the agents. We were pleased to receive her application. Please send me some news items. Div. Cor. Puget Sound Lines. Columbia Division — The amendments made to the old-line schedule at Chicago recently are very satisfactory, and the new rules look good, especially the one pertaining to one-man agencies, making a nine-hour day for all agents, and where they are required to work Sundays they get a six-hour day, all in excess of six consecutive hours to be computed as overtime. Slowly but surely our working conditions are be- ing bettered, thanks to the O. R. T., and surely it should receive our support. The six-month clause in regard to leave of absence is another attractive feature. We presume we will get the same con- concessions on the Puget Sound lines. Under the new homestead law, a person is only required to stay on a homestead five months in a year, which will enable one to take up land, if they so desire, without forfeiting their rights with the service. The nons should be well pleased with these new rules, as they are about the most expensive luxury the Order has and it is very necessary that they be satisfied. The Puget Sound lines have now been taken over by the C. M. & St. P., but the former offi- cials will probably remain. “Puget Sound Lines” is the name given to the extension. Our committee is still in Seattle and will no doubt give a good account of themselves. From the way the members on this division are goi ig after the nons, they will have to go down pretty deep in their holes if they escape this campaign. Nominations are out for the election of a local chairman and delegate to the nat.onal convention at Baltimore, and we want to be able to send a delegate from this division, as we have never sent one yet. We hope each member on the division will vote for our retiring local chairman for dele- gate, as the local chairman gets no money and very little thanks, and this would in a way repay him for his services. There is always a way to rectify any mistakes made, but withdrawing from the Order only weak- ens our position; so never think of adopting such a course. Mr. Clemens has gone to the Coast as superin- tendent at Tacoma, succeeded by Mr. Sawyei, from the B. B. & B. C. Railway. We are glad to see him promoted, but sorry to lose him. He leaves many friends here. The snow in the St Joe district for two weeks has called for three or four engines to get trains through. Bro. O. K. Owens has returned from the East. ”Your Uncle Fuller” took a trip to the Coast Christmas, enjoying the good feeds at various places along the line. Bro. King, who bid in third Herrick, vice H. B. Stephens, is relieving Bro. Owen, the agent there. Bro. Jack Desmond, second Plummer, is visiting m Spojcane. It is now Bro. Swaisy, third Plum- mer, making it solid, four of ’em. Mr. Murphy, third Tekoa, is being relieved by Mr. Evans. Bro. Booth, first Malden relay, has resigned, relieved by Bro. Jose and he by Bro. Hayes, Bro. F. Beal getting the vacancy on bulletin. Bro. C. F. Mapes, third Lind, was recently mar- ried. Bro. Johnsrud, agent Warden, bid in the new agency at Neppcl, and Warden is up for bids. Miss Ruby Olmstcad, third Boyleston, is visit- ing her sister at St. Joe, relieved by Mr. Swartz. Bro. F. R. Smith, went to third Beverly, on the Coast. Bro. R. G. Barry, on this division two years ago, is on the extra list. Another man has been put on at Elk River. Several new stations will be opened on the St. Maries branch in the spring. A subscription list has been started to provide funds to send a man over the division to line up the nons. All should subscribe. If the right man is sent out, there will be very few nons left. C. W. Coburn gets first Othello; third Othello vacant- Cert. 910. Coast Division — Our December write-up was delayed on account of irregular mail service due to weather condi- tions and was published in the January issue. This division, at the present writing, January 20th, is experiencing the worst snow storm in its history. In the Cascades from Cedarfalls to Easton, the depth ranges from 3 feet to 20 feet on the level. The total fall this winter is: Easton 188, Keechelus 538, Laconia 424, Rockdale 424, Garcia 130 and Cedarfalls 73 inches. In many places there are drifts of over 30 feet. Several slides came down, one near Rockdale blocking the line for three days. Four large rotaries constantly at work between Garcia and F.aston were unable Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 255 to keep the line open, some of our trains were detoured via N. P. to Vancouver, Wash., thence via S. P. & S. to Lind, Wash, The N. P. was also blocked for a time ahd were unable to handle any of our trains over the mountain Our line was tied up from Sunday morning, January 12th, until Tuesday evening the 14th. Telegraph and tele- phone communication was also lost east of Cednr- falls, Wash., the wires between Keechelus and Easton being almost annihilated, caused by ice and snow forming on the wires and breaking them. Linemen report that ice over a foot in diameter formed on the wires in this district and that some spans were just one solid mass of packed snow and ice. It wis a beautiful scene. Two telegraph crews and all other help the company could pos- sibly procure were kept working steadily for two weeks repairing the line. We were able to com- municate with these isolated spots through the use of an interrupter, a testing apparatus made by the Metropolitan Engineering Co. of Seattle. These machines were installed at Tacoma, Seattle, Rockdale, Laconia and Cle Elum, and we were able to move trains and communicate with the forces who were bravely battling with the fierce storms in the mountains. The interrupters were operated by connecting them onto the wire running over the mountain and attaching 15 or 20 cells of dry batteries to them. Their operation is similar to the wireless. The signals go as far as the wire reaches and scatter in the air and pick up the wire again. There were fifty or more breaks in the wire over the mountain but the signals were transmitted and received without difficulty. This was quite a stunt and considerable publicity was given it by the press. It’s an ill storm that blows no one good. The Milwaukee was very fortunate in getting its line open as soon as it did, due to the unceasing and heroic efforts of the forces engaged in this fierce struggle against nature, under the personal direction of our capable superintendent, Mr. Fos- ter and Mr. Ennis, assistant trainmaster. The telegraph line repair work was under the personal direction of J. W. Fry, chief lineman, and Frank Meade inspector and installer, who rendered valu- able assistance during the blockade. Bro. L. C. Robinson from ”B” office, Seattle, did the wire- less stunt at Rockdale. Bro. B. F. Wools ap- pointed third Cle Elum, vice Bro. L. M. Johnson, appointed first Monroe. Temporary office opened at Whittier, between Easton and Keechelus, con- tinuous service. Three new men assigned until appointments made. Bro. O. B. Devitt and J. C. Martin appointed second and third Keechelus. Bro. C. C. Taylor appointed third Laconia, vice Bro. S. S. Robinson, resigned. Bro. H. J. Johnson Bandera bid in second North Puyallup, ▼ice Mrs. Ingraham, resigned. Bro. Wm. Kelso appointed third Ccdarfalls, Bro. J. Q. Adams appointed second Monroe and Bro. R. A. Kinnear appointed second Everett, new positions. Bro. R. V. Cumjnings, agent Monroe, visited friends in Tacoma and Seattle recently. Bro. G. F. Bingham, first Everett, is bringing his wife from the East and expects to remain. We are glad to have him with us. Bro. S. A. Bourke appointed agent Morton, Wash., on “TE,” vice Bro. McEntee, resigned. Bro. Harry Dcrrickson appointed second Kent*. Clarence Otto at Kent a month while Mr. Wood, the new agent caught up. Bro. F. E. Steiner appointed second Kapowsin, new position. A. G. Owen appointed first Bis- marck, vice Bro. E. Martin, resigned. Bro. C-. H. Dahlke to second Bismarck extra. Bro. S. R. Babcock appointed first Salsich. C. Otto, on third Salsich Jet., relieved on second by Bro. H. R. Spoor from Missoula side table, who relieved Bro. Ray Grummell in “TC’* 1 > days while relieving chief dispatcher’s clerk Phil- lips, called east on account of death in family. On bulletin : Third Cle Elum, first, second and third Whittier, second Laconia, third Salsich Jet. and ”S” Seattle. Bro. Barrett bidding in a posi- tion on the line. ' Our committee in Seattle is being delayed by negotiations with the trainmen who have been in conference with the management for over three months. W. B. Foster, superintendent of this division for over three years, has been appointed assistant general superintendent of lines west of Avery, Idaho, is a very capable railroader. He is well liked by all the employes who are glad to have him remain with us in a higher capacity. E. Clemons, superintendent Columbia division, another good man, succeeds him as superintendent of this divi- sion. We are proud of our officials. Tacoma, Wash. R. C. Nisonger, Cert. 1319. Rocky Mountain Division — Bro. O. C. Linden is assigned first side table “FO,” vice Bro. W. B. Bradley from the East, there temporarily. Extra dispatcher E. V. Lambert, from Donald, Mont., is on second side table "FO.” Bro. E. L. Robinson, acting agent at Grace for a month, is back at Sappington. Some one tendered his resignation for him recently. John Burke has the new night office at Grace, 9:00 p. m. till 6:00 a. m. Brc. Frank Tyro is back after a pleasant visit with his folks in Minnesota. Mrs. Hayden has returned to third Donald, owing to the scarcity of operators. She will prob- ably fill out her three months’ leave when relief is secured. Bro. Geo. Redding is on first Morel, Mrs. Red- ding on second and Bro. R. E. Baker on third, Bro. V. B. Utterback resigned. The constructing of the company’s own line through Silver Bow Canyon between Colorado and Cliff Jets., will probably open up a few new offices about next June. Bro. R. W. Magget who spent the holidays with his folks south, is back dispatching on the East sub-division, which places Bro. O. C. 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256 The Railroad Telegrapher. who relieved H. W. Barnard, third Donald. Ask our jovial dispatcher Flinn, about the nineteen cars of popcorn for Penfield. Bro. J. Z. Ramsey on his return from Three Forks, found the entire town burnt down, the store, hotel and post office, which had all been under one roof. Bro. J. E. Olson is on second Butte Yard tem- porarily. Third trick at Morel has been pulled off. Bro. R. E. Baker working first and Bro. Geo. Redding second. Snow in the Cascades and Bitter Root Moun- tains has interrupted the service greatly, but busi- ness has been kept moving fairly well. Bro. C. D. Sill is on a sixty days' leave, re- lieved by Bro. W. R. Schuman, at Summit. Bro. P. C. Bryan of “GS,” goes to second Two Dot, and Bro. L. B. Kay to third, vice Bro. J. P. Breister, assigned second Butte Yard. Bro. Johnson is back again at Garneil, Bro. Becker going to Moore. C. K. Priddy is on second Lombard and E. S. Bleichner on third Ringling temporary. Get busy with the nons, boys. You have not done your work when you have paid your dues, it is just started. Bro. Humphrey at Hilger is bemoaning the loss of his helper. An agent who works overtime to keep up with his work when he has insufficient help is doing himself an injustice as well as the other men in similar positions. Do an honest day’s work and then quit, regardless of whether it is done or not. Our contract calls for so many hours’ work each day, and is not a contract where- by an agent is to run a station regardless of the work and the time it takes to do the work. ClKT. 1489. Butte Relay " CS ” — Assistant General Superintendent E. H. Barrelt, remembered the hoys in “GS” office very kindly Christmas by presenting them with a box of fine cigars. The boys appreciated this greatly. Wire Chief Potter spent the holidays in Spokane, relieved by second “WC,” Bro. Charley Gray. Charley later spent part of the holidays in east- ern Montana. Bro. A. F. Faucher, third “YVC,” has returned after a few weeks’ visit in Michigan and Montreal. N\ P. Hansen spent a few days on his home- stead near Lewistown. C. T. U. Bro. Massing, assigned sixth “GS” office, will transfer to the O. R. T. Bro. H. O. Shellman has returned after an extensive and expensive visit Jo the coast. Bro. C. E. Gaylord “GS” has resigned. F. E. Gallivan was married in Portland recently. Congratulations. “GS” with its six operators is handling about 1300 messages daily. The heavy business will probably continue during the winter months. L. G. Keefe, C. N. D. local, resigned, relieved by D. R. Snyder pending bulletin. • Cert. 1489. Rocky Mountain Bail Sub-Division — Bro. Shuman relieved Bro« Bothmcr on third Three Dot while at his old home in Iowa during the holidays. Mr. FeatberStone bid in Cedric, relieved on second Two Dot by Mr. Bieser. Bro. Fielding bid in Ringling agency, vice Bro. Harry Hughes, who is going to devote all his time to his ranch. Bro. Ridell relieved Bro. Jack Early on second Ringling, while visiting in Pitts- burg. Bro. Kay has been reinstated and is back on second Maudlaw, with Bro. E. M. Kay agent there. Bro. Priddy, from Delmar Jet., Iowa, on third Summit several weeks went to second Lombard, vice Bro. Shuman. Cert. 1489. Musselshell Division — Bro. Mowery has returned to second Saugus, after thirty days* vacation spent on his farm near there. Mr. Corcoran has the new trick opened up there, which was closed several nights. No men. Mr. Hart was assigned Westmore agency, vice Swindleman, resigned. Mr. Edmuns bid in Car- terville second. Bro. Scott, of Mildred, was off a few days with at attack of lagrippe, and Bro. Plath, of Plevna, has returned from his vacation, relieved by L. A. Copp. Second and third Kinsey are on bulletin again. Bro. Snyder being assigned third Baker, relieving Mr. Leper. Mr. Garry, of Baker, was called East owing to the death of his mother. Bro. Kramer, of Baker, was off several days accompanying his wife to the hospital, relieved by Mr. Hurlburt. Bro. and Sister McKenzie, of Dodge, have re- turned from a trip to Missouri, where they were called on account of the death of Sister McKen- zie’s mother, Mrs. H. F. Carpenter. Several have been discharged recently for Vio- lating Rule 8. Better take warning before it is too late. Sister Hayes was relieved at Sumatra several weeks by R. E. Snyder, before taking his assign- ment, third Baker. • Bro. Walley, visiting at Vananda recently, relieved by F. E. Miller. Sister Flynn, who was relieved at Delphia wh le visiting in St. Paul by D. J. Sigel, relieved him on second Harlowton, when he took third Terry. Bro. Huyeck was at Delphia pending bulletin. Bro. A. K. Edmunds, third Harlowton, takes side table there, vice Bro. G. C. Ricketts, who takes first, relieving C. T. U. Bro. G. E. Ander- son, who takes third temporarily. Bro. L. E. Sisson, who relieved Bro. Blasek, third Terry, resigned, also relieved Bro. Cramer on first Baker, tater relieving Bro..H. H. Simpson on second Forsyth. Bro. A. W. Stewart, second Ryegate, visiting relatives East, relieved by Bro. B. C. Young, and he latter by D. A. Lepper. C. T. U. Bro. Vickery, who relieved Bro. Caw- ley, third Roundup, while ona vacation East, is on Waldheim third, and Bro. Huyeck, second Delphia Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 257 temporarily. These tricks put on owing to heavy coal business at Roundup. Bro. Copp, relief agent, bid in Roundup second, relieving Bro. Earl Morrow, who relieved Mr. Kilbourne at *‘RX” Continental office. Bro. J. R. House, third Ingomar, is visiting relatives in Colorado. Bro. C. H. Burnworth, agent Ingomar, while in Seattle on committee work was relieved by Sister Burnworth, relieved by Bro. P. C Dedrick. Bro. Anderson was relieved at dispatcher's office nights by P. G. Kearney. Bro. VV. H. Scott, after a short illness relieved J. A. Shephard on first Mildred, who bid in third there, vice Bro. Hurlbut, who relieved former Bro. W. T. Hart, Westmore agency. J. W. Corbett recently landed third Calabar; R. E. Snyder, third and A. Frelick, second, Kin- sey, and D. J. Siegel, third Terry. We should see that these boys show their appreciation and get an up-to-date at once. Bro. and Sister McKenzie, at Dodge, are plan- ning for a vacation in order that Bro. McKenzie may have his throat treated. His many friends hope to soon hear that he has been permanently cured. Bro. Copp and Sisters Burnworth and R. E. Snyder have our thanks for items contributed this month. Bro. Copp suggests that we have a meet- ing occasionally. This would prove of much benefit to all and I am in hopes it can be arranged. Get together and talk it over. Fraternally, Certs. 2446 and 2559. Trans- Missouri Division — N. K. Merrick, appointed second trick phoner New England; Bro. Wendorff, second Hettinger, and Magner, Jhird Haynes, temporarily, relieved by Otis on third Reeder, temporarily. Zurbrick appointed third Hettinger, and Bro. Sims third Lemmon. R. S. Lowis is relieving Agent O’Hern at New England, and Lloyd Brandage is relieving Mrs. O’Hern, first trick phoner there, both for ninety days. Bro. Holman is relieving Bro. Smith at Mo- bridge relay, in Seattle, on committee work. Bro. Rod rn bo ugh appointed telegrapher and clerk dis- patcher's office, Mobridge, relieving Bro. Holman, was relieved at Cheyenne Jet. agency, now on bul- letin, by Relief Agent Merrick. Bro. Smith, agent Java, appointed third Mc- Intosh. Bro. Hoesley, agent at Timber Lake, off on account of sickness, relieved by Relief Agent Jackson. Miss Holmes, third Wakpala, is on ^vacation, relieved by Mrs. Strong. Cert. 1775. International & Great Northern Ry. To All Members of Division 25 — Greeting: Bro. Nunnery, our former local chairman am. faithful correspondent, has, we understand, gone to the Katy, succeeded by Bro. Lovin, from Sel- lers yard first, at Rockdale second, while Bro. Murchison bid his old job back on Rockdale third, relieved by Mr* Hill, a new man from the Katy, at Easterly station. Bro. Robinson, second Valley Jet., laid off sev- eral weeks for Christmas. Two new positions created at Jewett, owing to increased business. Mr. Burns on third and Bro. Jayce on second. Bro. Garland, “CB" Houston, bid in third Tay- lor, taking a lighter job on account of his health. Bro. G. P. Bradbury bid in second “GN’* Houston, vice Bro. Spawr, who entered the train service. Mr. Taylor bid in Sellers first, and Bro. Clark is on Sellers second. Bro. Miller is back on second “RA” Palestine, after three months’ “booming.” We are all glad to learn that Bro. T. R. Hamil- ton, of Thorndale, who bid in Spring agency and became insane about three months ago, is gradu- ally improving. Mrs. Hamilton advises that he will probably soon be able to leave the asylum. The several lists started over the division were subscribed to handsomely, which shows the right spirit, as we can never tell how soon we may need some kind of assistance ourselves. The list from the San Antonio Division and the one covering Palestine and Longview territory have not yet been beard from, and we suggest that they be turned in and checked up, as Mrs. Hamilton de- sires to publish a card of thanks to the boys for their assistance. We understand Bro. Berry, local chairman San Antonio Division, is a candidate as delegate to the national convention to be held at Baltimore in May. We consider that the I. & G. N. boys could not send a better man on this important trip, and trust he will be well supported. A party passed over the I. & G. N. recently, carrying cards made out to M. B. Westcott. Con- flicting stories and his suspicious actions caused Bro. Harris to try him out at Taylor, and he then admitted that he was not an operator, but a line man belonging to the O. R. T., and also claimed to belong to the K. of B. Lodge at Birmingham, Ala. A reply from St. Louis to a telegram sent stated that a card has been issued to Mortime* Bellville Westcott. We last heard of him at ban Antonio, where the brothers were trying to locate him. Any brother meeting him should endeavor to ascertain if he is the proper holder of the cards, and if not, take them up for further investi- gation and report. J. A. Caldwell, our former chief, has been pro- moted to T. M. on the south end, vice J. O. Kel- ley, resigned. J. O. Bowles, Ft. Worth Division conductor, promoted to T. M. Palestine, Taylor section, and W. E. Miller chief at Palestine. E. G. Goforth, chief Ft. Worth Division, has been promoted to T. M., vice Mr. Connors, resigned owing to ill health, and J. M. Marshall, trick dispatcher Gulf Division, west end, has been promoted to chief Ft. Worth Division — a good man who is coming up fast. Digitized by Google

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258 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brothers, let’s try to have a write-up every month. Be sure to see that all jobs are bulletined, and don’t forget to put in your overtime. LOVIN & MuRCHfSON, Certs. 76 and 134- Fort Worth Division — Agent Bedias off for ninety days was relieved by Bro. Gaston. Bro. McGee, agent Anderson, resigned to enter into business for himself, vacancy bid in by Bro. Barrett, agent Stoneham. Bro. Helium, third Stoncham, made us a pleasant call recently before returning to Bachelors’ Hall. This division is nearly solid. Let’s get in the nons, boy*, and make it 100 per cent. Bro. Edwards, a new man, on third Bryan sev- eral nights, who relieved Bro. Johnson, third Mir- lin, off sick, is now at Navasota, Bro. Neiman be- ing off sick. Bro. Edward is an old friend of yours truly and we welcome him to the “GN.” Cert. 236. Vandalia R. R. St. Louis Division, West End — E. C. Tennyson, second Mulberry Grove, is be- ing relieved by G. L. Riley of Hagarstown, and C. C. Chcsterson “DE” freight office East St. Louis, by H. E. Weaver, second Rose Lake Yards, East St. Louis. C. N. Jones, first St. Elmo, while off owing to to the death of a relative, was relieved by Fred Marti of Highland. E. F. Bolds, second Dexter, off owing to illness, was relieved by H. R. Rule. L. D. Davis, Mulberry Grove, relieved on second' “QN” tower one day, and G. L. Riley rclicvei R. H. Yates at Bluff City a few days. Fred Marti, P. G. Cummings and A. A. Smith are at the new block offices “AD,” East St. Louis, and “VI” Widows, recently installed. F. O. Berry, third St. Elmo, made a trip to St. Louis recently. On account of the hotel burning at Mulberry Grove recently, R. S. Foglcr, third there, has taken up his abode in a tent. We again appeal to the members on the Middle Division and east end especially, to get out a good write-up for The Telegrapher. We would also like to see a good write-up from the Vin- cennes and Peoria Divisions, which will help ve y much in keeping System Division 27 to the front. Don’t neglect your dues and insurance, sending dues to Bro. C. R. Shortridge, Coatesville, Ind., and insurance to Bro. L. W. Quick, 7th Floor Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. Panhandle Pete. Missouri Pacific Ry. \ St. Lours, Mo., January 28, 1913. Membership, Division No. 31 — Greetings — We invite you all to call and see your new office at 401 Star Building, where 'all mail for the general chairman and the general secretary and treasurer should be sent in future. We are compelled to make this change in order to serve you better and handle your business more promptly. We hope you will assist the oncers, by keeping them informed of all changes and viola- tions of contract in order that they may be taken up for adjustment. The year 1912 was one of the best for Division No. 31 in more way than one, and today we are stronger in every way than ever before. We hope that at the coming election the mem- bers will all do their duty and vote for the best material on your respective districts. We want to take this means in thanking the membership and the local chairmen especially, fer their splendid aid and assistance in the past year and we hope they will continue to work together, in order that peace and harmony may prevail. The work the past term has been pleasant, every local chairman being willing at all times to aid us and we believe that all can be proud of the records made in 1912. Let us now look to the future and prepare the way for still greater work. The opportunity has never been better than now, and we hope all will do their utmost to assist in still further increas- ing the membership and by reporting every viola- tion coming to their notice. I hope you will study the prize contest for 1913, and make up your mind you will be in the race for one of the splendid gold watches given for twenty-five new members secured in 1913. Bro. E. F. Bacon, assistant local chairman of the Southern Kansas Division, won one in 1912, and the result is that division has a ninety-seven and one-half per cent membership. We have a splendid bunch of correspondents now, and I hope to see each division represented in The Telegrapher each month. With best wishes, I am. Fraternally yours, H. J. Mohler, General Secretary and Treasurer. Wichita Diinsion — * Telegraphers at stations where more than one is employed should be very careful not to violate the hours of service law, by doubling and work- ing each others tricks, except on authority of the chief dispatcher or superintendent, for it is not only a violation of the law but can be made as an argument for a longer day. We hope everyone who has handled the U. S. mail in the past few months has been weighing it daily as advised by The Telegrapher some time ago, in order to compare the amount handled now with the amount handled before the advent of the parcels post. The railroads will now receive bet- ter pay for handling packages by parcels post than by hauling them for the express companies. The difference to us is that formerly we received a commission for handling considerable business that we are now handling free. The companies can well afford to pay us extra compensation for car- rying the mail. It is necessary for us to have Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 259 this comparison of weights so our committee may have something to work on. * You should not deliver shippers order freight, without surrender of bill of lading, without aufhor- ity for so doing. In case any officer tries to get you to do this contrary to the rules of the account- ing department, I would be glad to have you advise me of the circumstance. There is no excuse for us being counted “hard to get along with by the public** by the traffic officials, for adhering to this rule. They should stand by us, instead of trying to get us to disobey a rule that would place us in bad repute with the bond company. Whenever the dispatcher advises you not t:> remain on duty to meet a delayed mail train, and there is no other employe to attend to the mail, you should ask for a message stating that you will be relieved from responsibility for mail failure. If the dispatcher refuses to give you such mes- sage, meet the train, care for the mail and ren- der an overtime slip for same. If the time slip is rejected send it to me. Send all news items to Bro. G. E. Twiggs, cor- respondent, on second Benton, Kan. Please help him all you can to have a good write-up each month. F. O. Mott, Local Chairman. Wichita Division Notes — Sister Maud Wade, off sick since January ist, relieved by Bro. Quinn from the “Q.” Bro. R. F. Kelley, first 25th St. Yards, spent a few days recently in Kansas City. Ed. Cbrnwell, “H” office days, while in the dispatcher’s office, was relieved by Kellogg, relieved by Burton with Bro. Kessingcr from second 25th St. on third as late night chief. We like to see the brothers get the relay jobs? Bro. Williams, manager “H,” was off several weeks recently. Boys, sit down and write the few nons still with us and try to get them in. We want to make this division the leader. This will be easy if you will all do your part. Let's all get our new cards and go to work in earnest. Bro. Sloan is off sixty days, relieved by Mr. Benson, later relieved by Mr. Klintworth from the Central Division. Bro. D. E. Twiggs, of Greenwich, bid in Red- field, vice Bro. Blackman, transferred to Hazelton. Bro. Hudson bid in Greenwich agency. J. J. Knapp, chief dispatcher, called to St. Louis on the Hospital Board, was relieved by Mr. Welch, relieved by Jay Oversteak, relieved by Cornwell and he by Bro. Kessinger. Bro. Moan Yates, Center, bid in Durand first. Bro. A. V. Huddleson, Eureka, third and Bro. Buchanan, Eureka second, Bro. Odel resigned at Neal agency and gone West. Neal assigned to Mr. Poe. Bro. T. R. Thompson, second Iola, off a few days, was relieved by C. R. Cohen, of Neal second. Bro. O. H. Thompson, of the Rock Island, assigned to Argonia agency. Helpers at Md. Ridge, Haven and Gas have been taken off, also day and night jobs at Tono- vay and Pontiac and Greenwich, and To wanda second. Bro. G. E. Twiggs bid in the new posi- tion at Benton. Bro. A. L. Brickley and wife bid in Sallyards nights, but as there was just one car out there, Mrs. Brickley had to stay at Rosalia. Bro. Griffiths, of Div. 46, who relieved a^out a month at Hazelton, is now at Pontiac pending bul- letin. I will appreciate any items you can send in. 'I always have a good supply of application blanks on hand; if you are out let me know. G. E. T., Div. Cor. Bro. E. J. Popkess, whose wife died recently at Toronto, Kansas, located there before the track had been laid. He is the oldest agent on the division, being appointed in 1882, and remaining there ever since. “Mother” Popkess was known to many telegraphers and other railroad men all over the country, many of whom she inspired to lead better and nobler lives. The O. R. T. was represented at her funeral by S. E. Cornwall, S. R. Kellogg and G. T. Furgus, of Wichita; E. W. Carroll and S. S. Smith, Toronto; F. C. Goudy, Oearwater; C. E. Russell, Yates Center, and S. Cornet, Rosalia. The floral offerings were beautiful and numer- ous, among them being a wreath from the Na'ional Stock Yards, East St. Louis; a similar token from F. C. Fletcher, Kansas City, another from the O. R. T. members, and a cross from the trainmen of Wichita division. THE LORD WILL PROVIDE. By Cert. 1644. Though troubles assail and dangers affright, Though friends should all fail and foes all unite; Yet, one thing assures us, whatever betide The promise assures us, “The Lord will provide.” The birds, without barn or storehouse, are fed; From them let us learn to trust for our bread. His saints, what is fitting shall ne’er be denied So long as ’tis written, “The Lord will provide.” When Satan appears to stop up our path, And fills us with fears, we triumph by faith; He can not take from us, though oft he has tried The heart-cheering promise, “The Lord will pro- vide.’* Te tells us we’re weak, our hope is in vain. The good that we seek we ne’er shall obtain. But when such suggestions our grace have tried, This answers all questions, “The Lord will pro- vide.” No strength of our own, nor goodness we claim, Our trust is all thrown on Jesus — dear name. In this, our strong tower, for safety we hide, The Lord is our power, “The Lord will provide.” When life sinks apace and death is in view, The word of his grace shall comfort us through. Not fearing, nor doubting, with Christ on our side. We’re sure to die feeling, “The Lord will pro- vide.” Digitized by Google

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260 The Railroad Telegrapher. " IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been the will of the supreme Ruler of the universe, to call Mrs. Alice A. Pop- kess, the beloved wife *of our esteemed brother J. E. Popkess, from her earthly home to that heavenly home( where cares and sorrows are not; in token of our heartfelt sympathy for our bereaved brother and family, be it. Resolved, That although we bow to the will of Him who doeth all things well, we are grieved at the sorrow that has come to the home of our beloved brother, and be it further Resolved, That in manifestation - of our sym- pathy we send to the grief-stricken brother a copy of these resolutions and forward a copy of them for publication in The Telegrapher. E. L. Bloomberg, F. O. Mott, D. E. Twiggs, L. H. Moon, Committee, Northern Kansas pivision — We have several new men on this division, caused by some of the- boys taking a vacation, but very few nons, several of whom we will get in shortly. New members in Kansas for December arc: C. E. McIntyre, relief agent Logan; W. F. Cawood, agent Palmer; E. P. Laird, relief agent Vermil- lion; E. C. Baird, agent Centralia, and F. E. O’Brien, first Goffs. C. F. Jones, third Goffs, was recently married and needs to be with us now more than ever to protect the new wife. Ex-Bro. E. W. Crandall, relieving Bro. Woods at Muscotah, quit the service in 1909. He will be with us again shortly. Bro. Fennell, from Linn, bid in Logan agency. Bro. McCadden, who drew it first, concluded to remain at Prosser. Bro. Fennell will find lots of work at Logan, but he is the man who can do it. D. A. Hubbartt, at Irving, bid in Linn, and Bro. I. N. Moore, third Frankfort, drew Vermillion, relieved by Bro. K. R. Wood, from Iron Mountain. Bro. J. C. Dill, a new man, relieved Bro. Wright, first Downs, a few days, and Bro. Ward, third Blue Rapids, by H. E. Daniels, a commercial man. Bro. L. W.' Muir, Lenora, Kan., is being relieved by H. P. Taylor, at Superior and Green- leaf several years ago. I wish the boys along the line would all do all they can to get in the nons left. Sometimes a word from the trainmen passing through their stations helps out. If you mention it to them, they will put in a word now and then that will count. C. W. Wilds, L. C. Southern Kansas Division — Business is good, trains move regularly, with three and four sections of 157 and east-bound traffic equally heavy. The boys at Neodesha are particularly optimistic, as they have had some of their troubles alleviated lately. One of them puts it this way: No more do we toil at the baggage truck, Or at the U. S. mail, where we had no luck, But we stay in the office and clearly see That the labor is done as per O. R. T. Twinkle, twinkle, little semaphore, I used to light you o’er and o’er, But now we have put that work to flight Because we have an electric light. Drag no more on the old mail sack, I did it once till I broke my back, But from that labor I now am free, Through the influence of the O. R. T. Bro. Harmon, from “GO” Coffeyville, ate Christ- mas dinner with his wife’s folks at “NX,’’ and Bro. Jamison and wife, from “CF” Coffeyville, spent New Year’s day visiting friends at Neo- desha. Sister Nelson, second Deering, off for a week’s vacation, was relieved by Bro. B. S. Knapp, who later went to Stilwcll. Bro. Duncan, Conway Springs second, bid in Mont Ida nights. Bro. Hollis, agent at Peru, bid in Fredonia agency, relieved by Mr. Francis, from Mont Ida. Kingman and Peru agencies were on bulletin until January 20th. Bro. Singleton, at Fredonia pending bulletin, visited at home a few days and then relieved Bro. Crites at Hudson. Bro. C. R. Bowman, Altoona nights, landed first there, relieved by Bro. Ma- gruder, from Buffalo nights, pending. bulletin. Bro. “BX,” at Sycamore, has to kindle fires and heave coal these winter mornings, owing to the failure of gas. A number of towns in the gas belt will probably soon be burning coal again. Let us all be square with our Order, remit dues promptly and assist our general committee, now awaiting a hearing from the general manager in connection with a new agreement recently pre- sented, which we hope to be working under in the near future. Ilow good this new schedule will be depends entirely on the support rendered by the membership on the system. If there is a non 01 a delinquent member working in your vicinity, get him, as his support, both moral and financial, may determine the outcome of some important ques- tion. Remember, it is the little things that count, and while you may think that one member more or less on the system will make little difference in the final settlement, it is these nons here and there who keep our percentage down, and it is important that we eliminate them as fast as pos- sible. There are only two left on this division, and as you all know where they are, we trust you will not fail to write them, not once of twice, but continually until they become “up to date.” Understand there is a “mutt” in the vicinity of Fredonia, who works the short-end trick at the depot and the rest of the time runs a "ham e

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 261 shack’* up town, douig all he can to discredit the Order. It is a mystery how such people can still run at large when we have several institutions for the feeble-minded kept up by the State. Bro. Martin, Coffeyville, “RB,” goes to Wichita as dispatcher. Bro. Collins, agent Dexter, is off fer thirty days, relieved by Mr. Vaughan. Bro. Case, Garnett, is making frequent visits to Osawa- tomie. Understand he is interested in a kitchen there. Bro. Certain was relieved at Garnett sev- eral nights by one of the boys from Mont Ida. Div. Cor. Omaha Division — We wish to thank the boys on the Omaha Divi- sion for their help and loyalty during the past two years'. Bro. Martin, the secretary, and myselt have done our best for the gdod of the Order. We have learned to love the boys, and trust we merit their respect and esteem in return. M. Williams, Local Chairman. Omaha Division Notes — Things we don’t want: Nons, knockers, delin- quents, negligence, indifference and dead ones. We owe Bros. H. E. Neily, second Wolcott, and R. W. Sinclair, third South Omaha, an apology for calling them “Mister” in our December write- up. They both came to the Missouri Pacific with “up to dates” and still carry them. Bro. Sinclair’s parents have moved from Peoria, 111., to South Omaha. He now has the comforts of a home. The rest of the boys have to be content with boarding- house accommodations. We can stand the “boomer” who makes a meal ticket of his card, but the non and knocker — well, no honest dog would bite the hand that feeds him. Bro. B. P. Rulon, second Sprague St. Jet., has a fine kid at his house, presented to him by Train- master Dooley — an angora goat from the Philip- pines. Bro. Biggerstaff, first Sprague St. Jet., who speaks seven languages, is now teaching a class in Italian. Understand Dispatcher F. F. Laird will leave us soon. Bro. Reynolds, third Union, has returned from his honeymoon in Arkansas. Bro. J. E. O’Brien, third Sprague St. Jet., walked off the dump at his office in his sleep recently; fortunately, with no serious results. Three cheers for the three old soldiers ai Murray. H. N. Peterson, a new man, relieved Mr. Jones, third Ncarman, resigned. Bro. James Freeder has gone to the soldiers’ home in Colorado Springs, Colo., suffering with rheumatism. Sister L. E. Barnes, agent Oak Mills, is getting along fine with her new typewriter, and is prepar- ing herself for a position in a relay office. Try to practice what you preach, and if you can’t do that, keep on preaching. It might do someone else some good. G. E. Stabler, second “OY” Atchison yard, has returned from a three weeks’ visit in Oklahoma. Boys, don’t try to get a corner on the hay mar- ket. The anti-trust law might get you. Thanks to Sister L. E. Barites for items. If others would take as much interest, perhaps wt could have a good write-up each month. C. S. Farrah. OUR NONS. The boys on the M. P. are a mighty good set, Except the few nons we’re trying to get. ’Tis a solid division we’ll have, I’ve a “hunch.” We’re doing our best to line up the bunch. Williams, at Murray, will get the rest of the boys To share in our sorrows as well as our joys. They acknowledge our hdp and have raises galore. To sec them stay out, sure, it makes us feel sore. "XI” at “J.” Joplin Division — Bro. L. F. Anthony is relieving at Sheldon, Agent Muir still in the hospital. We hope Bro. Yonkey will be reinstated there. Bro. F. D. Schneider, “X” Nevada, relieved Bro. Anthony at Horton agency. Bro. Couch resigned second Ho.- ton and went to the M. & N. A., at Leslie, Ark. Bro. H. C. Mahon, Arma, tock a short vacation after l*eing called to the circuit court in Okla- homa. Bro. Roy Christel has been appointed assistant local chairman, Minelin Branch. Any news items, application? of new members, reports of violation of schedule should be sent to Bro. Christel, or myself. Bro. A. J. Roberts, who has been in the moving picture business, is on third Pittsburg. We hope he and Bro. Christel can induce Mr. Hamilton to join. Bro. Richardson, now with the C. B. & Q. at New Castle, Wyo., spent Christmas holidays with his parents in Purcell. Bro. Richardson brought home a new daughter for mother to love. When he worked at Lamar, in 1906, the writer had the pleasure of securing his application. General Chairman Bro. C. E. Maxwell made a trip over Joplin Division in January, doing some good missionary work and getting five applications. The brothers have until February 28th to cast their votes, and we hope everyone will exercise his right as well as his duty in the selection of a local chairman and a delegate from the Joplin Division. I have served the boys several years as local chairman and have always done the best I knew how. Having a hard job to handle, with only one wire, it is hard to learn all that is going on. Anyone who knows of a change or a new position will confer a favor if they will advise me. I am willing to serve another term if r.o one else cares to take up the burden and will "go my best." Fraternally, C. V. Rowe, L. C. Digitized by Google

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262 The Railroad Telegrapher. St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern R. R. Missouri Division — Bro. Leeper is at Annapolis, vice Bro. Montavon. Mr. Kent, a new man, is at Mill Spring. Each member notify the local chairman of any changes at his station and anything else that doesn’t look just right, so he can keep posted and do his work easier and better. Bro. Strader, off a few days, was rekeved by Mr. Whitchurch, from the Colorado Southern. Get after the few nons on the Belmont Branch and make it solid. Bro. Mohler’s home division is solid except one man; we should all be that good or better. Bro. Carter has resumed at Hoxie Yard after two months’ vacation. Bro. Hodges, Cliff Cave, was off a few days re- cently on account of sickness. It is now Bro. Rozier, at Corning, Ark., and Agent Eakins, Iron Mountain. Mr. Holloway, at Hilliard, will soon be with us. Bro. Montavon withdrew his bid on Annapolis nights, and bids on Harviell. Mr. Campbell bid in Hendrickson nights. Send any news you can to Bro. Strader at Hogan, by the 20th of each month, and help us to have a good write-up. Bro. Phillips, the Des Arc “owl,” attended court at I ronton recently. We have Bros. Edmonds and Simpson to thank this month for their interest in seeing that the schedule is maintained. Bro. Commcr, second DeSoto, spent Xmas with his mother, and Bro. Johnson, agent Hendrickson, at his home in the East. Hilliard, opened recently as a day and night office, has been closed again. Bro. H. R. Johnson is at Williamsville tower nights, Bro. Selvidge days, and former Bro. C. C. Sutherland works late night trick and three hours at the depot. The parcel post proved too heavy for the station force and the men at the tower have to handle it. To miss the twenty-seven sacks a few times at $1.00 each, would take ab~>ut all their pay. The company has been asked to pay extra for handling them. Bro. Harrington is relieving Bro. Baldridge at Leeper. Mr. Copely, at Gads Hill, is drawing the $5.00 extra for attending the switch lamps which the Order got for him/ still he can't see what good the Order is. Bro. Smarr, first Piedmont, while off a few days, owing to his mother being very sick with pneu- monia, was relieved by Bro. Shell, who later went to Mineral Point. Bro. Maxwell is working on the readvertise- ment of DeSoto. Div. Cor. Central Division — We are having a regular “Camp Meetin’ Time” on the Central Division. Over twenty new mem- bers in December ‘ and more coming; everybody is up and* doing, and we are going to make this a banner division before we get through with it. There is plenty of work to be done yet, but when you get a bunch to working like they are down here something is bound to move. We hope members of the general committee will take it, that in doing this we are saying that we believe in them and want them to know we are with them. Agent McCollum has laid off, and there will be a new man at Lenapah shortly. Yours truly relieved Mr. Fox at Muldrow, as- signed third Oolagah. It is now Bro. Tanner at Inola. Wagoner, Vian, Muldrow, Greenwood Jet., Braggs and Gore arc sblid. We need a lot more like Rozzell at Gore. Bro. Riddle has a happy smile since he got his new button. The VanBuren boys are good at heart, which don’t reach very far in getting results as long as the heart don’t reach to the pocketbook. Bro. Sam Parker, from St. Louis, is at Den- ning Yards. Bros. Ilarned and Coffer, at Ozark, a-e doing good and so is Bro. McCoy, late from Kansas. The boys, in showing new life, are also looking out for the company’s interest. Everything is mov- ing along nicely and everybody feeling good, whi:b I hope will continue throughout 1913- Yours truly, C. F. Gowdy, L. C. Central Division — Wagoner District — The company has been reducing forces on this division, replacing the telegraphers with signalmen. I am glad to notice so many of the “old heads” coming into the Order. Quite a few positions are open which have not yet been bulletined. Always have a nice answer and a smile when talking to the public. If it was not for the busi ness it gives the line, we wouldn’t have any posi- tions. The committee will be up for a new schedule soon and will be able to get the boys who handle the express at night some compensation, even if it’s a small one. The coal business is good and considerable grain for export is moving. Bro. G. B. Hunter is back at Oolagah agency after a vacation of twenty-one days, during which he was kept at home nearly all the time, owing to sickness. Bro. Wes Moreland secured third “D,” not ac- cepting second Nowata. Bro. A. V. Cherry is now signalman at Inola. Bro. Ben Tanney, an old-timer, will probably soon leave us to look after other interests. The express has been moved out of Wagoner office, and is now up town. Wishing good luck to one and all for the new year. Cert. 1940. Memphis Division — It is now Bros. G. M. Flippin and L. W. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 263 Bro. C. N. Haunner, transferred to Division 31, is now agent and operator at Crawfordsville. All the rivers are up now to a high-water mark, but hope the lads on the south end won't have to move or those on the M. H. & L. have to climb trees, as they did last year. Bros. Bowers and Stephenson surely appreciate the new passenger depot at New Augusta, where they have been located for some four mont s. All the news should be sent me, not later than the eighteenth, to Augusta, Ark. Yours truly, B. E. Bowers, Local Chairman. St. Louis & San Francisco R. R. River & Cape Division — We have not had a write-up from this division for some time, because the boys have failed to send in the news when changes occur. Send in the names of the nons, so we will know who to work on, also the names and certificate numbers of members of other divisions, to the local chair- man, in order that they may be transferred to Division 32. Our convention meets in May at Baltimore. Write the new local chairman and delegate any suggestions on matters worthy of consideration, in order that they may be brought up at the con- vention. Bro. W. C. Retcher, relieved at Poplar Bluff by W. A. Marklc, from the I. M. S. at Delta, went to Gravois nights. Bro. A. H. Steger, Wittenberg nights, has been off several w’eeks, owing to the sickness a^d eath of his father. We extend him our heartfelt sym- pathy. Bro. H. M. Bader, from “GM” Chaffee, trans- ferred from Grand to 32, is temporary agent at Marston. Shave, Craig, Barton, Long and Fowler are doing the stunts in “GM.” Bro. L. A. Pickard bid in Vanduser, Mo., agency. Bro. V. E. Hopkins relieved Boyette at Kennett, who went to Joiner. This district is almost solid on the Hoxie Divi- sion, with very few nons on other parts. Write them up to the local chairman and help him shove them in the fold. Local Chairman. Third District — Bro. J. E. Hart, third Crystal City, has re- signed and gone with the M. R. & B. T. at Bonne Terre. Mo., relieved by Bro. Staufft, relieved at Hayti by R. Phillips, from the R. I. Bro. L. E. Goodman, for a number of years agent at Crystal City, has resigned, relieved by J. G. Sarius. Bro. Clay Smith, Cape Girardeau, is on the sick list, relieved by Bro. C. E. Maddox, from “Q.” Bro. W. R. Howell, relieved at Bassett by Bro. Dye, from the I. C., bid in Mattliews agenc , vie 2 Bro. Sibley, gone into the jewelry business there. Bro. Fowler is now at Chaffee. The meningitis scare seems to be about over. Hope to have a better write-up next time. Div. Cor. Osatk Division — The exceptionally fine weather keeps business moving in fine shape; trains all on time. Bro. F. S. Love is back on Mountain Grove first, relieved at Birch Tree by Bro. E. M. Faust. Bro. B. R. Rogers is also at Mountain Grove. Bro. A. A. Bailey is at Norwood days, and Bro. A. L. Adams, of 93, on third Hardy. Bro. J. W. Norris has been reinstated as agent at Ravenden. Bro. F. A. McCoy, from the Third District, is on third Turrell, and Bro. N. JK Curtis at Harvard again. Seems he can't get far away from Marion. Bro. C. L. Dewee, from the Southeastern Divi- sion, is at Marked Tree, and Bro. C. D. Sanders, a new man, is at Hoxie. . Div. Cor. Central Division — Bro. Tubbs, Division 1x6, relieved Bro. Bruner on third Antlers, resigned. Bro. J. E. Lehn re- lieved Mr. Fry, third Poteau, who goes to second Antlers. Get his application. Bio. Evans, first Taligina, relieved Bro. Lau- rence, Wister third, on bid. Bros. R. A. Riley and Bruner Bengal, who doubled at Talihina owing to the shortage of men, later attended Federal court at Muskogee, relieved by Mr. Jones. Bro. Erick- son, agent Talihina, bid in first there. Sister Worthing, third Jenson, has returned, after an extended vacation, relieved by Bro. Lang- well, who went to Wister temporarily and later resigned. Bro. Hill Poteau third, resigned and gone West, relieved by Bro. J. E. Lehn, who later relieved Bro. Powell, third extra, on bid. Bro. O. D. Johnson, second Poteau, resigned, relieved by Bro. Burrton, from “YD.” First Exeter, re-estab- lished by Bro. Williams, pending bulletin. Bro. Glenn, third Fayetteville, on a visit to Hot Springs for his health, relieved by Bro. Powell. Bro. Armstrong bid in Mountainburg agency, relieved at Midland agency by Bro. Pinkston, from Hackctt agency. Bro. Ware, who resigned Fayette Jet. agency owing to insufficient help, went to Albion, Okla., where, it is understood, gold has been discovered in paying quantities. We hope Bro. Ware will be able to get his “mitts” on some of it. Bro. Caldwell, who relieved Bro. Lane at Po- teau, pending bulletin, was relieved on second Seligman by Mr. Curtis. Don’t forget to mail me all the changes you can by the eighteenth of each month; also remit your current dues, in order not to be dropped, and keep behind the nons. C. C. Larson, L. C. Southwestern Division — Bio. H. C. Hix is relieving Bro. F. W. Carden, agent Wyandotte, on a thirty-day leave. The cashier-telegrapher position at Catoosa has been discontinued, and Bro. J. N. Babb is acting agent there pending bulletin. Bro. F. E. Pennington, who relieved Brc. J. H. Hudson, third Taneha, a few nights and then went to third Redfork, vice Bro. Mayo, is now Digitized by Google

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264 The Railroad Telegrapher. relieving Bro. C. H. Clements, second there, on an indefinite leave. Bro. Cordon Quinn, second Taneha, is putting some of his interesting experi- ences in book form on the “Buffalo Bill” hold-up type. Bro. Black bid in first Tulsa, relieving Bro. Joe White. Telegrapher Jones, chief dispatcher’s clerk, is now working as extra dispatcher. Bro. R. M. Page spent Sunday recently in Clarcmore, relieved by Bro. McCann. Third Trick Dispatcher King is trying to get the Pullman company to sidetrack a car at Seneca for the use of the correspondent. Send any changes you can get to the corre- spondent; every litfle bit helps. Div. Cor., Cert. 651. Eastern Division — Bro. Degrout assigned third “MO" Monett on account of reduction of force in relay office at Sapulpa; Bro. Ben Snyder to second “NY,” and Bro. Kennedy, “MO,” to third “NY” Monett. Bros. G. C. Carney and F. S. |*ittman reinstated, the latter to first “NY” Monett, and Bro. Carney extra agent. Bro. Ben Strain relieved L. M. Tooker at Bil- lings. Bros. C. E. Logan and D. Brockerman, off during Christmas, relieved by Mr. Bryant, who later went to third Jerome. Bro. R. O. Beale, on a trip with his family to Memphis recently, was relieved by Cashier J. K. Woodfill. Bro. C. W. Gardner is breaking in as a dis- patcher, and Mr. Price is dispatching on west end, relieved on car job by Bro. Sweet. Boys, don’t forget to fill out those blanks you got a few days ago. Every little bit helps, you know. Brock. Baltimore & Ohio R. R. Wheeling Division — We added fifteen new members to this division during the past six months. Boys, pay up your dues, sec that your working mate pays up, and get your non neighbor to join. To obtain results we must stand firm, pull together and help to organize. Your semi-annual dues were payable January 1, 1913, and the sixty days’ extension is only given to assist you in doing this important part of the work. Let each and every brother and sister remit their dues promptly, and remem- ber that an up-to-date card on the B. & O. lines means more today than ever before. You did nobly the last semi-annual period and are to be congratulated. Make a determined effort Vo pay promptly and you will put new courage in the hearts of those who are representing you on the general committee and your local chairman. Bro. W. A. Yeatcr, agent Denver, has re- turned after ten days’ vacation visiting friends and relatives, relieved by Bro. J. Noffsinger. Bro. L. Loftus returned from the West and is with us once more, on first Bard. Bro. W. J. Comer has returned to first Wells Pit from vacation, relieved by Bro. H. E. Rex- road, now on second Chestnut Hill pending bul- letin. Bro. H. C. Little, second Wianno, off on account of sickness, was relieved by H. F. Jones, and Bro. H. L. Clelland, second Bentons Ferry, by E. B. Little. Bro. C. E. Miller, third Glover’s Gap, while at his home in Virginia, wa9 relieved by L. E. Wilson, who also relieved Bro. H. E. Beney, second Hartzel, off on account of sickness of his wife. Bro. C. W. Jackson, first Holloway, was off on account of sickness, and Bro. Eddie Voight re- lieved J. D. Dowell, second N. Benwood, off for the same reason. Mrs. Marie Turner, first Chestnut Hill, spent the holidays with her parents. Bros. C. W. Hammond, of Pine Grove, and C. W. Secrest, first Hannibal, have returned from their vacations, and Bro. H. A. Shorter, third Bentons Ferry, has returned from a visit to rela- tives in Hunnington. The boys at “WR” tower, Wheeling, were kindly remembered Xmas by our efficient Signal Repair- man G. L. Sheets, Bro. Beatty receiving a pound of smoking tobacco and Bros. Wilson and Fetty each a box of cigars. W. H. Carroll, former sig- nal repairman, is now employed there on the Cum- berland Division. Bros. Wilson and Beatty doubled at “WR” while Bro. R. F. Fetty was off several days, owing to the sickness of his wife. No others available. Bro. W. B. Mullett, of Benwood Yard, was re- lieved on his wedding tour by Bro. Eddy Voight. Congratulations. | CtaT. 754. Cleveland Dixnsion — We are sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. Lengs, wife of Bro. Lengs of Canton Scales, and extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved brother and family. Bro. Lengs was relieved by Bro. V. M. Kelly, third “BG” cabin, who later went to third Uhricksville, vice Mr. Bigler, gone to third Goshen. Bro. Lyons, second Seville, on six months’ fur- lough, will go to a sanitarium at Chicago to re cuperate his health, relieved by Bro. Carney. Bro. Blythe bid in Willow, vice Extra Baker, at So. Park pending bulletin. Elyria closed, Bro. Wood going to first Lorain Yard, Bro. Jim Shanks third, Bro. Bane second and Bro. Holcombe “CS” days. Bro. Orahood, first Columbia, was off several days recently visiting his mother, who is in very poor health. Bro. G. J. Elford, first Seville, was appointed telegraphers’ safety committeeman, succeeding Bro. J. A. Bratton. Thanks to Bro. V. M. Kelly for news items. The election is on hand. Vote for the best man. Cert. 914. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 265 C. & E. I. R. R. Evansville Division — On the last scouting trip made by our worthy Local Chairman, Bro. Skiles, the following nons signed up: O. L. Somers and A. J. Lodron, Pax- ton, Ind.; M. H. Howard and C. F. Harstinc, Oaktown; R. J. Adams and C. O. Agee, Princeton; J. R. Curry and Roy Goodwin, Cantaloupe; C. H. Smith, Farmersburg; G. F. Trainer, WadesviJle; C. H. Robenstein and A. L. Young, Baker; W. L. Shoptow and C. E. Horner, Washington; B. B. and P. D. Dame, Purcell; E. M. Goodman and J. E. Harden, Smith; C. F. Crawford, Nelia D. Rose and G. R. Mason, Emison; H. R. Phillips, extra; C. J. Scherer, Petersburg; J. €. Zimmer- man, Little; A. L. Marvel, Jr., Cynthiana, and R. L. Dugan, extra Sullivan. Brothers, this gives us about 95 per cent south of Terre Haute. Let’s keep right after the nons until we get them all cleaned out. If you are working with a non give him no rest until he has signed up. Tell him he is in a class by himself, and not worthy of his position unless he is a mem- ber of the union. On the Washington District between Terre Haute and Evansville there are only two nons, and one of them just recently got a regular posi- tion. Boys, get them lined up. Bro. J. B. Hanning bid in second “D” Evans- ville; Bro. G. A. Goucher, second Oaktown; N. D. Rose, second Emison; O. N. Melton, third Worth- ington, and Bro. W. A. Hilburn, Coal City agency, Bro. Ray resigning, owing to ill health. Evansville “D” third and Hazleton third are on bulletin. The boys all sighed with joy when Bro. C. G. Gepner moved up to second trick dispatcher, as he is a “cracker-jack.” When Bro. “Gep” has to work the main line, we have our kind old friend Bro. C. W. L. Brinkley. “Red” is a mighty Eire fellow and knows how to get the trains around the curves. Brother Skiles was the only one who sent me any items this time. He is always on the job. Be sure and mail some items for the next journal to D. A. Joslin, Cory, Ind. D. A. J. Chicago Division — Bro. H. D. Hodges, two months at “MS” tower, relieved Bro. H. W. Palmer, second Bryce, who bid in third “MS” tower, then went to the “Big Four.” Bro. H. D. Hodges bid in third Bryce, relieving L. R. Brown from the I. C. Bro. W. J. Cassady, second Fountain Creek, bid in third Fairmount Jet., and J. O. Deill, third “FC,” landed third “FM.” Bro. Bagwell, who went to Hendersonville, N. C. and married, is now on an extended trip through Florida, relieved by C. T. U. Bro. J. Calder. Bro. Snow, third “YD” Center, relieved Bro. Stephens at “CD” Chicago Heights Depot, who bid back his old job at Crete. Mr. Michael, agent Steger, recently turned out three students. Bro. Wilson, who bid in “NE” tower on last bulletin, bid back second Goodwin bulletin, re- lieved by Mr. Bobbett from “DH” tower. Bro. Smith, first “YD” Center, resigned and went to the Grand Trunk, Thornton Jet. second, relieved by Mr. Key from “NE’' tower. Bro. Eaken, second Pittwood, bid in second “BX” tower, relieved by Mr. Barnes, Bro. Jones going to Fairmount Jet. Bro. Ed. Brown, first “BX” tower was a recent Watseka visitor. Mr. Wood, third Coaler, bid in second there. Bro. Prough, third Watseka, has bought ••ome lots and will build him a home theie in the »-pring. Bro. W. H. Keller, third Gerald, is off owing to his mother’s illness. We hope for her speedy recovery. Bro. V. L. Burton, third Wood Jet., is still lay- ing off, and Division Poet Bro. Hampton, is making a strong bid for that position. I wish to thank Bros. Fitzhenry, Hampton, Smith, Brown, Hodges and Johnson for their contributions to this writ - up. No. 93, on^- January 17th, killed some poor un- known man right in front of Mo. Jet. tower. Hope by this time you all have a brand new card in your jeans. Csbt. 47. OUR JOURNAL. By K E. Hampton, Cert. 320, Div. 34. Every month I get thee, Journal, Just as sure as sure can be; And there’s nothing to my notion Can compare at all with thee. I may go to any newsdealer. Take my pick of all his stand; But I have yet to find your equal, Here or any other land. As I get thee from the office, I do so with a smile. For I know, when I am seated I’ll read something worth the while. I have ytet to be disappointed, * As I scan your newsy pages; Because you represent What’s firm as “The Rock of Ages.” After I have received you, Devoured the contents within; I think how lovely it would be If all the “ops’” were in. I then sit and ponder. Think of all the joy and bliss To all the “ops” that are able to say I carry the card accompanying “This." Dear Journal, in your items I notice quite a bit, The word “Mister” occurs quite often When “Brother” would seem more fit. Digitized by Google

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266 The Railroad Telegrapher. Don’t Jet that hurt your feelings, The fault, we know, ’tis true. Belongs to the “Mister,” not “Brother,” And can not be laid to you. I hope to *ee, dear Journal, The time on the C. & E. I. When we can look into your newsy self With gladness in our eye. That “Mister” will be a name unknown In our monthly write-up, forever; And “Brother” and “Sister” take its place And stick and stick forever. Krazy Kat. Pere Marquette R. R. Grand Rafnds District — The meeting at Benton Harbor, January nth, wnich had been advertised as an open meeting and dance, proved to be very successful, each brother bringing his better half. Affairs pertaining to this district were handled quickly and three applicants were admitted, after which Bro. Campbell, our worthy third vice presi- dent, who visited us unexpectedly, gave us a short talk, complimenting us on the good work we had done, and wc believe he enjoyed himself during the dance which followed. He explained how some member might be misl-d by our using the term “Chicago-Muskegon local” for our division, and it was decided that in the future it will be known as the “Grand Rapids District,” of Division 39, covering all the terri- tory over which our Superintendent has charge. Among the members present with their wives were: L. H. House, Porter; J. E. Bowerman, Michigan City; F. M. Ward, Bridgman; Bro. Morlan and H. W. Smith, Benton ftarbor; Bro. Santee, St. Joseph; F. J. Thrall, Coloma; R. A. Stockwell, Hartford; D. H. Jackson, wife and son, of McDonald;* S. J. Bessie, wife and daughter. Grand Jet.; L. M. Buzzard, and sister Ethel, Bravo; Mrs. Bessie Harris, New Richmond; W. E. jonnson, New Richmond; Bro. Morford, Grand Haven; V. C.^Romoser and L. L. Watson, Waver- ly; G. E. Morris, Vrcisland, and A. Jacob, Grand Rapids. If any one has been overlooked it has not been done intentionally, and there may have been one or two families present whom I can not think of at this time. Among others present were: V. A. Ashcroft, Sawyer; Bro. Smith, River- side; Dr. Quigley, Hartford; H. B. Green, Water- vliet; C. L. Nelson, Filmore, and F. W. Burns, Grand Rapids. Bro. Burns of Grand Rapids, who was initiated at this meeting, brought his entire set of trap drums and with the aid of Bro. Morford, violin st, and Mrs. L L. Watson, pianist, furnished the necessary music for two-steps and waltzes, while Bro. Johnson, of New Richmond, and his wife rendered the music for quadrilles. Bro. Bessie, of Grand Jet., also favored us with mellow tones from his baritone during the entire evening, and Hro. Green played the “player piano” and we were forced to turn out all the lights in the hall after closing, before he could be induced to get his hat and coat and follow the crowj. When we went out for supper to a cafateria, where we were cordially received and served with oyster stews and various other delightful dishes in a most elegant manner. Everyone enjoyed themselves from start to finish. Cert. 499* Chesapeake and Ohio Ry. Richmond and Clifton Forge Divisions, Peninsula District — Bro. L. T. Goddin, of Toano, Va., was drowned in a mill T>ond on November 7th, while fishing. The members of this district contributed a floral offering, which I had subscribed over the wire. Among the members who contributed were: E. A. Cook, L. B. Poindexter, L. F. Roth, R. F. Under- wood, W. A. Powell, R. B. White, B. H. Ewan, B. P. Wynne, M. T. Shipman, W. F. Luck, H. K. Grover, J. A. Marston, J. M. Arnott, O. A. Allen, J. E. Robertson, H. S. Morse, J. G. McCann, S. B. Binford, J. H. Carpenter, H. F. Rhoades, C. H. Masten, H. A. Hart, and cash. The contribution would have been much larger had I been able to ask more of the brothers, which was impossible, owing to the shortness of time before the funeral Bro. Goddin was one of our true and devoted members. Yours fraternally, H. K. Graves- Erie R. R. Cincinnati Division — It will only be a short time now until we will be answering on the telephone instead of the tele- graph, and we might just as well do it cheerfully. The new depot at Rittman will soon be finished, and the boys there will have a nice place to work in. The two or three who are still out should come in and help along the good cause. The Order has done much for all of us and can do still more, if we will all try to make our organization stronger. Brothers, we should have a few good old-time meetings, with vim and ginger in them, and get back on the firing line, put our shoulders to the wheel and work. The neighbors who use the street car line situ- ated near the tower at Silver Creek, built a shel- ter shed to protect them from the cold, and Bro. Hudson painted it for them. The non who reported Bro. Rasor, third Silver Creek, recently, for not reporting trains as promptly as he desired, a few nights later let one get by entirely. This shows that wc all have enough to do to attend strictly to our own busi- ness. That’s what the company pays us for while on duty. Wadsworth, a 1 2-hour stunt, including clerical work all day, is still scheduled on the old basis. Don’t worry about the new talked-of “electric blocking.” It’s lime enough to ctoss a bridge when you come to it. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 267 J. VV. Hill relieved Third Dispatcher Ballinger while he enjoyed the New Year holidays at home. Bros. Sloane, Division 138, and Lee and Ryan, first, second and third “A” tower, Gallon, is one of the oldest O. R. T. crews that hammer the brass 011 this end. Bros. Courtney, second, and Bishops, chird at Conden, were on first and second, respectively, while Mr. Jones was on Mansfield third. “VA” tower, opposite union depot, Akrcn, Ohio, will be moved to Old Forge and be open 6 a. m. until 6 p. m. for awhile, to get information for the pile drivers. L. P. Howard, agent Tallmadge, and W. F. Weber, third Akron, were called to Ravenna, Ohio, before the grand jury, to testify in regard to some stolen cattle loaded at Tallmadge on October 1. 1912. Business was never better on the Erie than now. Boys, get those nons in the ranks. We should have more members on the entire division. Every member help General Chairman Bro. Husted to get in the nons. He secured quite a number last month, with prospects of more between Marion and Kent and Galion and Marion. A few can not do this alone, but it can be done if all will do their duty. The trainmen’s committee follows the fire- men before the management, and ours comes next, so everybody get busy and make this the banner year for our division. “Do not, then, stand idly waiting For some larger work to do; Fortune is an idle goddess. She may never come to you. Go and work in any vineyard, Ever there to do and dare; If you want a field of labor You can find one anywhere.” Remember when we worked twelve hours for $48 and $52 a month? The $2 a month raise in 1910 amounted to more every year than we have paid for dues, and no younger man can knock you out of your job, because we now have the senior- ity rule. Tell this to the nons when they claim the O. R. T. never did anything for them. “In the darkness as in daylight, On the water as on land, God's eye is looking on us, And beneath us is His hand! Death will find us soon or later. On the deck or in the cot; And we can not meet Him better Than in working out our lot.” February is election month for delegates, alter- nates and local officers. Send in your nomination petitions foi local chairman to C. L. Bridge, De- posit, N. Y., and be sure you have three names on it. We want a big crowd at the election the first meeting night this month, as advised by wire. Send your news, even if only one item, to Dxv. Cos., Box 30, Tallmadge, Ohio. Susquehanna Division — Bro. Ira Brooks, of Waverly, who, while out hunting recently, fell twenty-five feet from a tree, is sufficiently recovered to resume work. Bro. Schultz, of Barton, who met with a similar acci- dent, is also back at work. Bro. Lisenby is relieving at “JT” third. Bro. J. A. Horey bid in Addison, and Bro. Shular, from Owego, bid in second Painted Post. The boys at the latter point are congratulating themselves that they will soon have a new station in place of the one burned recently and a new tower just east of the station. Bro. Wezloski, extra, is relieving on third there. Some of the nons who have had regular jobs for years should pattern after Bro. Wezloski and get an up-to-date card. Bro. Webber, of Corning second, is building an airship’ and is open for suggestions. The disciplining of a man recently for causing a very bad delay to a fast train on account of sleeping should give warning. There is no excuse for a man sleeping on an eight-hour trick. It does not help our cause any. • Brothers, stay awake and attend to “biz.” The best class of men aie in the O. R. T., and we must keep up that record. We were disappointed in not having Bro. Husted with us at the recent meeting at Elmira. About fifteen were present. Bro. Husted was unable to come, owing to a previous date of importance. Your local chairman expects to go West about February 10th, to -be absent thirty or sixty days. Bro. Husted has appointed Bro. S. L. Jackson, of Cameron, to officiate during his absence. Aadress all your communications during that time ti Bro. Jackson, at Cameron, N. Y. Next month we nominate officers for the next term. Come to the meeting and make your choice. Bro. Jackson would make a good local chairman. He is qualified in every way. There is lots of good material to choose from. When a new man comes on the division, g.ve the local chairman his name and location and ascertain bow he stands. This information will help wonderfully in lining up the nons. Bro. Husted is working east on the nons and has struck this division yet. In the meantime, J,et’s give them a good man-to-man talk and shoy( thcjfy why they should be on the side that is work^qg for their interests. Our committee has not as yet gotten a date for a new schedule. The firemen are still in New York, trying to adjust their case. We should be the next on the list. Phones will probably be' working by February 1 st. Let us make ourselves familiar with them, be on the job every minute and do all we can to help the dispatchers keep trains moving and answer up promptly. They will have their hands full with one man handling the whole division. A meeting of the members of the new Chemung Telegraphers’ Club will be called in a few days to elect officers and finish the organizing. Each member should attend this meeting and bring as n any candidates for membership as possible. Be on hand anr have a say ur>who shall be your Digitized by * ^.ooQie

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268 The Railroad Telegrapher. officers for the next term. This club will bring the brothers from the different roads together. Get acquainted and be more sociable than hereto- fore. It deserves your hearty support. At this meeting arrangements can be made for a club room, copies of the constitution and by-laws or- dered printed and everything started off in good shape. I will be glad to give the brothers who will be elected local chairman and representative next month all the help I can to guide them in tneir work. One starting, in on these positions can be helped a good deal in his work by the outgoing chairman, and I will be only too glad give them the benefit of my experience. Bro. Mason, of “VO” tower, has volunteered to act as division correspondent next term. He wrote up a good part of this write-up, and Bro. Perrig, of YVaverly, also contributed some notes. Bro. Mason is now writing a book entitled “How Two Can Live on $60 Per. ’ He claims he has solved the problem and will soon try it out if “she” is willing to take the chance. A bunch of O. R. T. brothers called on Bro. Ira Brooks at Ms home in Waverly while he was laid up, and found him much improved and with good prospects of a speedy recovery. Div. Cor. Mahoning Div ision — Kirby from first “IN” to first “JU” until advertised. Owing to high water and a washout, a tempo- rary office was opened at the Mahoning River just cast of Phalanx. Saltsman, third “VVA,” was there , days. Pulaski has also been opened day and night- three eight-hour tricks. Jones, first “DY,” off a few days, relieved by Smith, and he on second by Hogan. Grimm and wife spent several days in Beaver Palls visiting. William Reynolds, W'illson shops, recently on the Ore Pocks, has returned to “MS” days. The robber who held up and relieved Frank Cogsil, ticket cltrk, of a diamond ring, was caught in Boston, and the ring may be recovered. All new men at “IN” Coles, Osborne first, Kelly second and Davise third. Miss Wilcox is relieving Agent Williams. The neatness of the way-bills indicates that one of the fair sex is in charge. Bailey has returned from Florida, greatly im- proved in health. Fred W'ay has returned after several years’ absence. W. D. Moyer is attending the Lyon meetings in Cleveland. W» J. Holbrook, of Rochester, is visiting at Warren. Slats. Canadian Northern Ry. IV ester n Division , Third District — The first meeting for a number of years was held on December 22, 191 2, by the members of the Western Division, at Edmonton, and was well attended. No. 1 being about eight hour* late, made it very inconvenient for the boys east of Battleford to come, thus preventing a larger attendance. Bro. Chard acted as chairman and Bro. Morgan secretary. The boys are very well pleased with our new schedule, which was discussed thoroughly. Bro. Chard explained the negotiations with the officials of the company. Some of the boys were not posted as to their working hours or making out overtime tickets, but all were very w-ell satisfied after this was explained. The meetings are where we can always learn these things. There was considerable discussion about the seniority rights of telegraphers transferring from one division to another, which Bro. Chard ex- plained in a very satisfactory manner. Among those who attended were: Bros. Litstcr, South Battleford; Douglas, North Battleford; Carter, Paynton; Hart, Lashburn; Mooney and Wilson, Lloydminster; Clark, Kitscoty; Bingham, Lavoy; Tilley, Vegrcville; Bennett, Lamont; Lane, Bru- derheim; Chard, Fort Saskn.; Tebo, Edmonton; Guernsey, train auditor Athabasca Line; Stringer, lineman; Anderson, dispatcher’s office; Morgan, “MO” office; J. J. Wilson, relief agent; Sturgess, Red Willow; Comer, Edberg; McMahon, Cam- rose; McLeod, Roundhill; McRobie, Donald ('who is taller standing than sitting); Wright, of the C. P. R. Vermilion was not very well represented on account of the meeting being called so late. Bros. McRae, Easton and Francisco were unable to at- tend. We adjourned at 1 8.00k, in order to give the boys a chance to have lunch- and tea at the Wind- sor at Bro. Chard’s invitation before leaving on No. 2, at 20.55k. Changes: Bro. Macfarlane from Warman days to Aberdeen, -vice Bro. Cox, on leave; Bro. Grieve, Warman nights to Howell until regular agent is appointed, vice Mr. Macdonnell, resigned; Bro. Dillihunt, Vermilion nights to Warman days; Bro. O’Farrell, from the C. P. R., to Warman nights; Bro. Bethune, Howell to Vermilion nights; Bro. J. J. Wilson relieving at Innisfree, vice Bro. Slo- cumbe, resigned and gone to the coast. Mr. Van- meer, formerly assistant at Vonda, is working nights there with ex-Bro. Jarvis. Bro. W. H. Smith, Radisson days, on leave owing to the seri- ous illness of his mother. We hope for her speedy recovery. Bro. Sherman, days, relieved by Mr. Manning. \Yc now have eight-hour tricks at North Battle- ford— Bro. Harrington, first; Bro. Shaw, second, and Bro. Christmas, third. Mr. Argo is acting as agent at Delmas during the grain season. Bro. Carter appointed agent Paynton, Bro. Hughes bidding in Munsen, getting agency, and Bro. Hines, Maidstone agency. Waseca agency opened by Bro. Given. Bro. McKimmon, from Vermillion, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. McDonald, from the C. P. R. Edmonton “MO” office has been moved up stairs to the dispatcher’s office, doing away with “C” office and putting three men in “MO” — Bro. Morgan, first; Bro. Jollymour, second, and Bro. Digitized by CjOO^lC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 269 x\ndcrson, third; second trick man works from 13.00k to 21.00k, so no use wasting your energy between the hours of 21.00k and 24.00k. Big Valley, on the Battle River line, opened by Bro. Bickle, appointed agent, and Denholm with Bro. McLaren as agent. * Bro. Stringer, lineman west of Edmonton, re- lieved by Mr. Knutson, an older man, off the east end, is going west on construction. Brothers, ail send me your memos, no matter how small, and will try to have something more interesting next time. - “Q.” Central Division, District No. 4 — Happy new year to all the brothers and best wishes for continued success of our organization is the wish of every true O. R. T. man. Let us continue to make Anno Domini 1913 a record year for our grand Order. We on this district can help some, if we will only try. We are well organized, and should be able to land the few remaining nons. There is no excuse for anyone not having an “up to date” since our new schedule has gone into effect. The O. R. T. pays good dividends apart from the valuable protection it affords. Bro. Hawes spent Christmas with his parents at Moosomin, Bro. Benson relieving him at Brier- crest and also relieved Bro. Dollard, of Fairlight, on vacation. Algas is to be opened as a night office. This should give “CA” and “RN” some rest. They have been right on the job when required to work extra. Bro. Sanderson, who spent several weeks at Banff sulphur springs, is much improved since his return. Bro. Thompson, from Glenanon, is at Elgin, and Bro. Leslie has Methuen Jet. agency. Our dispatchers at Brandon now get one trick off each week, Bro. C. E. Eck, relieving dispatcher, working third and second Sunday and second Monday. The agents at Cromer and Dunrea require the attention of some brother. Bro. Sanderson will be wearing a pair of new boots shortly, the team he was skip for taking this prize at the Kipling bonspiel. Bro. Toomer, at Idessa, will take fifteen days* well-earned holidays shortly. Am much indebted to Bro. Sterling and our brother dispatchers for some of the interesting items in this write-up. Hope we can have some- thing of interest each month. I will have to apologize to one of the brothers for not putting in this month the notes be sent, as I misplaced them and did not discover the loss in time to pro- cure duplicates. Cert. 827. Regina-Prince Albert Branch, South End — Bro. Menzier, Kenaston, was relieved by Mr. Brown while on vacation east, possibly to commit matrimony. Bro. Felt has returned to Findlater. Understand moose are as scarce as box cars in the north re- gions. With the pay checks arriving promptly on the fifteenth, someone is working overtime. Understand a strong complaint was made to the management that one of our worthy brothers re- fused to erect grain doors in a car for a farmer. If we expect to hold our jobs, we must not be too particular a? to our duties. Bro. Whitlock is sick, probably with the grippe, which is fashionable just now. We are expecting a circular soon directing us where the broom is to be kept, and what position the scrubbing brush will occupy when not in use. Bro. Downs complains that the Sunday trains prevent his attending Sunday school. This should be look into, considering the importance of the subjected. Div. Cor. Central of Georgia Ry. Members Savannah Division: Brothers, I earnestly hope that each member, on receiving his election ballot, will send it right back to Bro. Travis, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Last time quite a number did not even vote, causing me to lose out going to the convention by just three votes. Now, don’t do that way again. It is a privilege allowed only once every two years, and it is very important that each member votes; so, immediately on receipt of your ballot, sit down and fill it out, sign and return it to Bro. Travis. I hope all the boys will remember me in this election, as I feel that I deserve to represent our division this time, and if all the members on my division will stand by me, I will likely go. Thanking each and everyone for their support, and with best wishes, I am, Fraternaly yours, D. M. Rogers, L. C. Savannah Division Notes — • Bro. L. H. Luckey bid in second Wadley, vice Bro. Awtry, who bid in second West yard. Savan- nah. Bro. Featherstone bid in third Millcn, but later returned to Wadley third. The last seen of old T. M. Franklin, of Wad- ley, who left without even a clearance card, he was headed for Ogeechee swamp with a fishing and hunting outfit and a hound pup. If he gets after the fish and squirrels as he did train crews at “WA,” it will be all up with them. We arc glad to welcome back our old tried and true friend, Bro. J. P. Greene, Jr., at Waynes- boro. Bro. L. L. Shealey, Augusta yard, had a pleasant visit with relatives in South Carolina during the holidays. Bro. J. A. Wakeman is on third Millen until permanently filled. Bro. H. A. Hodges, of Oconee, is back in the fold. He tired of “nonning” with Boatright at Tennille, the only tried and true non on this division who takes all from the Order and gives nothing in return, except Hampton at Wadley, who just returned. We wonder he didn’t go to Ten- nille with the other non. Digitized by Google

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270 The Railroad Telegrapher. The depot at Register burned Sunday morn- ing, January 12th, but our local chairman re- mained in the office piling out records until the roof commenced falling in, and saved practically everything. He is now doing business in one of the old cars, which is far better than the old style emergency depot box cars. Bro. A. L. Horton bid in his old place at Norristown, who some time ago resigned to take the cashiership in a new bank, relieving Bro. Mullis, who went to Pulaski agency, vice Bro. Bidgood, who goes to Western Union. E. S. Youmans, agent at Nunez since the road was built, died there recently. His son Tom was checked in as agent. Sister B. Holland, first Dover, visited friends and relatives in Dublin recently. Bro. W. J. Jordan, assistant to Traveling Auditor Price, has accepted the Wrightsville agency. W. T. S. and L. H. L., Div. Cors. Chattanooga Division— I want to take this method of thanking the brothers of the Chattanooga Division for the assistance rendered me during the past year both in the prompt payment of dues and in rounding up the nons and delinquents. The past year is, perhaps, the best we have ever had in the matter of membership, not only on this division, but on the whole system, as we had, on December 31st, about 320 members. I am indeed glad to see this increased loyalty, for it shows that all telegraphers are rapidly coming to realize that our only hope is in thorough organization. I want to ask that each brother do all he can during the present year to maintain our present standard, by loyalty to the Order which protects us, and by giving the best possible service to the company which employs us. O. W. Bledsoe, Local Chairman. Southwestern Division — No items received from anyone for this write- up, still they expect something to be sent in every month. Bro. Sessions, third Terra Cotta, bid in Perry agency. We regret losing Bro. Crowell. He has done a lot of good work for Division 4 6. Bro. Morgan, second Rutland, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Pittman. Bro. Warren and family spent the holidays at home, relieved by Bro. Bigbee. Bro. English, second Fort Valley, temporarily transferred to the Columbus Division, was re- lieved by Bro. McRae. Bro. Vestal, third Albany, while spending a few days with home folks at Mobile, Ala., and Bro. Slappey, first Albany, on sick list, were relieved by Bros. Sears and Bigbie. Third Smithville open for bid. Cxrt. 41 1. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. First District, Second Division — Bro. F. J. Alton, Malta agency, bid in third at “S” Salida, relieved on bid by Bro. Martin, and he <yi second Pando by Bro. Rewis, of second Tennessee Pass, relieved on bid by Bro. Garner, third Tennessee Pass, who previously bid in third Buena Vista, relieved there by Bro. Lipeaman. iMr. Downes is on third Pando, and Bro. Merrill, manager “S” Salida, while on the sick list, was relieved by Bro. Clay. Bro. Nellis on second. Bro. Keely and wife, second Malta, enjoyed a three weeks’ visit in Denver and sunny Kansas, relieved by Bro. Ebert, who later bid in third Buena Vista. Bro. Van Benschoten, who bid in third Malta, has a “brand new” box cai fitted up for living purposes, which is a “king’s palace” compared with the ranch house over in the valley. Bro. Milvin, first Buena Vista, relieved Mr. Butler, agent there, on vacation. Bro. Clay, from Salida, bid in second, and Mr. Fletcher, a local dentist, a former Burlington dispatcher, filled in until Mr. Butler returned. Bro. Ray, a new man, bid in the new night office at Browns Canon. Bro. Barton, agent Minturn, bid in Carbondale, relieved by Bro. Guire, on first there, and he by Bro. Wheclbarger. Burns, a desperado, who killed a man when trying to hold up Bro. Kinney, acting agent, Pando, was given a life sentence at hard labor at Canon City. There are still a few nons between Minturn and Salida. Brothers working in the same offices with these men should try to get them in. Three full months’ pay should allow any man a fair chance to save $10.00 for a year’s dues. We hope the brothers will also try to get in the few nons on the West end and get solid for a raise in the spring. We would be pleased to have the brothers on the first, third and fourth divi- sions drop our correspondent a line or two each month for our write-up. Bro. Frymire has returned from a thirty-day lay-off. Bro. Homan, agent Wolcott, was off a few days on account of the death of a son. He has our heartfelt sympathy. Supt. Ogg has been succeeded by Mr. Luke, first trick dispatcher, Hulse, promoted to chief, witn headquarters at Glenwood Springs, vice Mr. Loser, who goes to the third division as assistant superintendent dispatcher. Edwards gets first, a new man is on second, and Mr. Gaddis, from “S” office, on third. Boys, give the best service you can. Show the officials that the O. R. T. boys can handle tne business properly. It will help us when we go after another raise. Do your sleeping off duty. “Raos.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 271 Pittsburg, Pa., Div. No. 52. Pittsburg & Lake Erie R. R. — Having been appointed division correspondent, I hope all the members will assist me in securing material for our monthly write-ups. Mail notes to George Nelle, Lowcllville, Ohio, not later than the 20th of each month. We hope the delinquents will pay up at once. We need their co-operation. Members, when working with a non, should show him the benefits he is receiving through the O. R. T.; that he is neglecting his duty in remaining out of our organization. It is now Bro. Gongas at "N” office and Bro. Perdue at Haselton, making both offices solid. Bro. R. S. Johnson has returned to Lowcllville agency. "Can’t keep a good man down." Bro. Bees, College first, on thirty days’ leave, was relieved by Bro. Eicholtz. with Bro. Keadle on second and Bro. McMillan on third. Bro. Daugherty, on vacation, was relieved by 3ro. Owens. Bro. Buckley, from Monessen, visited old acquaintances at Lowellville recently. ' NX. . Southern Pacific R. R. Coast Division — The new year started out here with the coldest weather this# country has ever seen. The first week in January the thermometer stood around thirty for nearly a week, and we could see snow on the tops of the Santa Cruz mountains for two or three days. However, we were not hurt as bad in this district as the orange growers of the San Joaquin and Southern California. The apple industry has taken a sudden jump since the oranges froze out, and the packers in the valley are begging the ranchers to sell, but every one is expecting higher prices. Our general committee is now at the Metropole Hotel, Oakland. Bro. Cowgill is being relieved by C. B. Vodka. A new interest has been taken in the Order in the last three i or four months, and we expect soon to see this division almost solid. Boys, don't complain about the parcels yost cutting down your commissions on express. It is going to help about ninety millions of people make living a little cheaper. The other twenty thousand people should not say what the other eighty-nine million should do. About twenty boys have been laid off in the package department of Wells Fargo & Company, at San Francisco, and the same thing has probably happened in all the large offices, but it will benefit them indirectly in lowering the cost of things that they can buy somewhere else cheaper. I am indebted to Bros. Cowgill, Werner, and Pittman for nearly all the notes this month. Bro. Pittman relieved Bro. Hickey at San Luis Objspo, during the holidays, on his way to Gaviota, and did not get his Xmas vacation, but he got to Lompoc for Xmas dinner, anyway. Guess “there’s a reason" at Lompoc. Bro. W. E. Rhoades, assistant agent Hollister, on holiday vacation, was relieved by Mr. Emery, of San Francisco "ND." C. M. Waite, assistant agent Gilroy, off dur- ing Xmas, was relieved by Nels Ronning, well known, especially to the trainmen from Campbell. R. Oneal, relieving Mr. Hudson, at Sargent, took Gilroy third. Bro. Heany has returned to second Gilroy, from a two months’ visit at his old home in Blooms- bury, N. J., relieving Bro. D. R. Sullivan. iur. Lindsay who relieved Bro. Andrews, Guada- lupe, on vacation, later relieved Mr. Robertson, £alo Alto, now in the San Francisco . hospital. Bro. Locey, who relieved Mr. Lindsay at Guada- lupe, was relieved by Bro. Fuller (not of San Martin). * Bro. Blake, of Surf, off during the holidays, was relieved by Mr. Tooker. Bro. Lester has resigned as general chairman, owing to the illness of his wife, and Bro. Cowgill has been elected to fill the unexpired term, and we know that he is fully competent to fill the position successfully and that he will do his duty toward the Order and every man on the system. Bro. C. B. Ward, local committeeman of San Jose, has been appointed local chairman of this divi- sion, vice Bro. Cowgill. He is fully competent to handle the position successfully, and wc must give him all the support he needs. All correspondence for the local chairman of this division should now be addressed to Bro. C. B. Ward, 417 North Second street, or Broad Gage depot, San Jose, California. Bro. D. R. Sullivan, from Gilroy City, relieved Mr. O’Garo, at Redwood, who took Pajaro first, relieving Bro. Hoon, who goes to San Lucas agency, relieving Bro. H. A. McNair, who was there temporarily. Please give your news items as they occur on the division, either to Bro. Ward, Bro. Taylor or myself. Tell them on the wire and they will mail them to me. Bro. P. F. Werner, Gilroy second, will act as assistant correspondent. You can get him any time on the wire. Give him a line on any changes ydu hear of and he will keep me posted. Best wishes to all. "HS," Cert. 1558. Stockton District — On bulletin: Galt, Lathrop, Lodi, Los Banos, Madera and Westley third, Livingston second and third; Mendota, Kernan and Newman second; Tiniba first, and “BD" office, San Francisco telegrapher. It is now Bros. H. L. Downing, of Kerman, and F. A. Hemphill, of Milton, Cal. They are very welcome additions to our membership. Bro. T. O. Young, from the C. S. & C. C. D., now at Mendota, Cal., and Bro. L. J. Young, third Livingston, have been transterred to Divi- sion 53. Digitized by c.ooQle

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272 The Railroad Telegrapher. B. M. Snyder bid in third Tracy, relieved by a stranger at Montpelier, and Bro. Dale Kimes bid in first Oakdale. L. J. Chase, agent at Acampo, relieved by the local chairman of an O. R. T. button to which he had no right, threatens to have our division bead indicted. B. L. Damerell, second “KN” Stockton, is the only one on this division who returned the information blanks recently sent him, without filling them out. He should be quite proud of the distinction. He is an example of one of* the evils which keep the telegraphers from presenting a solid front. Div. Cor. Las Angeles Division , West End — Recent assignments: Agents, Chino, W. B. Duncan; Saugus, E. L. Rumsey; Thermal, L. P. Shutt. Telegraphed: Los Angeles “NG”, W. F. Shorrocks; Edom, D. H. McCormick; Whitewater, R. W. Keyes; first Indio, A. J. Russell; nights, Glamis, E. F. Rowe; third El Casco, P. Walter; Bassett, F. E. Wright. Telegrapher and clerk: Brawley, J. M. Hodge; El Centro, E. C. Fuller; Carpenteria, W. L. Wurm; Redlands, C. C. Yater; night telegrapher and clerk — San Pedro, E. Brun- ner; first trick telegrapher and clerk, Shorb, W. Fitzpatrick. .Vacancies: Agencies — Ontario, Highgrove, Nord- hoff, Owensmouth and Carpenteria. Telegraphers: First Saugus and Iris; second Fernando, Shorb, Bentura and Saugus. Third Imperial Junction and Beaumont. Nights: Declez. Telegrapher and clerk: Imperial and Anaheim; third Oxnard and Ontario. Third trick telegrapher and towerman, Riverside Junction. New Rule: Applications must show date of seniority, so as to enable Mr. Lawson in hasten- ing the placing of newly assigned men. Please assist him in any manner. We now have 201 telegraphers on the Los Angeles Division, which is making a great deal of work for the superin- tendent’s clerk, who has charge of the placing of both regular and extra telegraphers. We have the largest division on the Southern Pacific lines, and I believe the banner division, as the men on other railroads and other divisions are all anxious to secure employment here, on account conditions better and the climate the very best. The new seniority list is now in the hands of the printer, and I will send copies to all stations. Any one not receiving a copy please . advise, as it will have gone astray. F. S. Rawlins, superintendent of telegraph, at San Francisco, will receive applications for vacant position in the general telegraph office. Appli- cant must be a strictly first class telegrapher, competent to use Smith typewriter, and familiar with the operation of the Quad and Dup apparatus. Please advise if any non members at your sta- tion, and give your assistance to increase the membership on the Los Angeles Division. Please let the non have a copy of your Telegrapher, and explain to him that we are trying to get an increase, and better working conditions. Our general committee is now in San Francisco, draw- ing up a new contract to present to the company for their consideration. During the last few years, the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has been instrumental in bettering the working condi- tions of the railroad telegraphers throughout the country, both in the matter of increased salaries and improved working conditions. If you desire to bring about a condition that will put you on an equal footing with the best paid classes, it will be necessary for you to support the Order, be- cause improved conditions can be obtained only through thorough organization. Every telegrapher has a duty to perform, and if you perform yours by securing the application of that non in your office and at the next station, the organization will be able to bring about the result which we all desire. Every member added to the roll strengthens the division that much, and as we have the largest division, our pride prompts us to wish that it continue to be the best organized. Cost to join in the Fraternal Department by month is as follows: • February, $9.50; March, $8.50; April, $7.50, etc. Application blanks will be furnished on your re- quest. Address, E. Mulvihill, Chairman, Wilmington, Calif. Los Angeles Division, East End — On January 6th, our reduced general commit- tee convened in Oakland, Calif., to revise the Pacific system contract. After presenting It to the company, an adjournment 'will be taken until the officials name a date to discuss it. The coldest wave in 25 years visited us January 5th to 12th, destroying most of the orange crop and severely injuring the trees. General Chairman, W. H. Lester, who has served us efficiently a long time, has resigned, succeeded by Bro. J. E. Cowgill, local chairman, Coast Division, from San Carlos, Calif., who was on the general committee at Oakland. Bro. Lester was compelled to resign on account of his wife’s health. Her physicians advised against bringing her back to California. Bro. Harry C. Kennedy, relieved as acting agent at Thermal, by Bro. L. P. Shutt, from Highgrove agency, spent a few days with his wife’s folks at Beaumont, and bid in second Oxnard, relieving Bro. Dickenson, who went to third Burbank; vice O. H. Weight, off owing to the death of his mother. R. E. Loomis is on third Oxnard, pend- ing bulletin. A. W. Grizelle, relieving Bro. C. I- McReynolds, agent Chino, relieved Bro. Shutt. Bro. D. G. Maltby, first Santa Barbara, visit- ing relatives in San Diego during the holidays, was relieved by Mr. Holman, who later relieved J. R. Blake on third there. Bro. I. V. E. Watson, Division 7, on third Red- lands Jet., opened on account of the heavy orange business. Fourth operator put on at Col- ton, temporarily. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 273 lands Jet., off a month owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. H. L. Earl, who later relieved Bro. Ben L. Webb, “NG” Los Angeles, gone to second El Casco. Bro. E. J. Brown relieved Bro. H. P. Wilkin- son, at Anaheim agency, returned to Imperial Jet. Bro. Julian James has returned after several months visiting in the East, to second Riverside Jet. Paul Walters returning to third El Casco, relieving Bro. Earl C. Nichols, who relieved his “Dad,” Bro. G. F. Nichols, agent El Casco, while in Los* Angeles on business. Bro. H. B. Christ is on temporary second. It is Bro. Chas. Folsom at Carpentcria again. Bro. C. P. McCluen, “NG” Los Angeles, bid in Indio third, relieving Bro. C. E. Hart, who re- lieved Bro. E. Mulvihill, Wilmington agency, a few days, and is now at Declez. Bro. A. M. Hammond, relieved on Indio first by A. J. Russell, from Ventura second, relieved Bro. E. L. Gelwicks, Beaumont second, for the holidays. Bro. Hammond and wife, after a few days’ vacation at Los Angeles, relieved Bro. H. L* Johnson, Beaumont third, who relieved C. C. Sheldon, on Ogilby second, gone to Lordsburg. Bro. E. W. Kalies gave up Declez nights, as no living accommodations there for his family, and relieved Bro. R. W. Keyes at Riverside, assigned to Whitewater. Bro. J. G. Vickers is now with the C. M. & P. S. Bro. J. bf. Hodges relieved Bro. W. L. Wurm, at Nordhoff, assigned to Carpenteria, vice Mr. Goodlander, who relieved Bro. C. H. Mussellman, at Cabazon, while he took in the Poultry show at Los Angeles, copping all the Ancona chicken prizes. A. H. Moffett, from Carpenteria, is now at Keny, Calif. Don’t violate your obligation by ignoring the Union label. The police lost track of a hold-up man they were chasing as Bro. "E. W. Kalies, Riverside Jet. third, was leaving home recently, and grabbed Bro. Kalies, preventing him getting to work until he proved an alibi. He had a narrow escape from being jailed. Bro. J. M. Hodge, relieved by B. F. Jones, at Nordhoff, bid in Brawley, relieving Bro. M. F. Skilling, who relieved ex-Bro. C. C. Yater, at Imperial, gone to Redlands as telegrapher and ticket clerk, vice S. M. Jackson resigned. Ex-Bro. H. C. Cantrell, freight house, El Centro, is now on the extra telegraph list. Bro. F. E. Wright, who bid in third Bassett, recently spent six weeks in Los Angeles with his sick wife, whom we are glad to hear, is now recovering. Bro. Mulvihill, agent Wilmington, has moved into a couple of office cars half a mile west of depot. The dredger is widening the channel back there and filling in the low lands. Bro. E. L. Gelwicks, second Beaumont, wishes to dispose of his Remington No. 7. Bro. R. H. Hobgood was relieved a few days by Bro. C. C. Woodruff, who later relieved Bro. C. E. Hart, at Declez, off to Pasadena with the “kiddies,” on the sick list. Bro. D. P. Smythe, agent Beaumont, frequently uses hi9 new “Annual” spending Sunday in Los Angeles. J. M. Pickering, third “OD” River Station, called to Nebraska on account of the death ot his mother, was relieved by L. M. Holman. Bro. A. F. Thomas is on Colton split trick. We hope soon to be working under a revised schedule, and we should show our committee that we appreciate its efforts by every man stand- ing solidly behind it. The good book says: “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” But when that was written there were no non-union telegraphers. Had there been, no doubt the Supreme Ruler would have added a clause exempting us from loving that kind of a neighbor who takes all and gives nothing. But brothers, this non business is, to a great extent, our own fault. We are not living up to the motto: “No card, no favors.” Not many miles from here is one of those “hard-shelled” backsliders who holds a grudge against the Order, and says he will never belong again. Brothers, don’t you think you did enough when you paid out your good money to get that type of man more salary and better working conditions? How are we ever going to get that kind of fellows into the Order, if he gets his Sunday over- time and other privileges for nothing? Stop giving him bon bons, cigars, and the glad hand, and try the old reliable, “No card, no favors,” medicine. It’s a bitter pill, but it works wonders. When you are through with your Telegrapher, don’t take it home and lock it up. If you are working with a non, leave it at the office; if not, when you have finished with it, mail it to some non. Please note my change of address. Fraternally, A. M. Hammond, Dist. Cor. Beaumont, Calif. Sacramento Division — G. E. Wapple, first Marysville, returned from his honeymoon to New York, and is now in the San Francisco Hospital, to be operated on for an abscess in his 'ear. He was relieved by G. C. McAdow, third Summit, relieved by L. E. Cooper fr^m the Western Union, San Francisco. R. Cleraonts, cashier Marysville, spent New Years in Sacramento with relatives. Third Trick Dispatcher Lebourveau, was also a Marysville New Years visitor. First Trick Dispatcher Geiger, while off making a new time card, was relieved by O. T. Stnckpoole, assistant chief train dispatcher, who later relieved Chief Train Dispatcher Neeley, on a few days vacation. W. A. Whitney, Superintendent Coast Division, relieved H. W. Sheridan, Superintendent Sacra- mento' Division, appointed general superintendent of the G. H. & S. A., with headquarters at New Orleans. Digitized by Google

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274 The Railroad Telegrapher. E. L. Mooney was relieved on Quad by Extra Dispatcher Lee Fingland. E. F. Stewart bid in Summit agency, vice H. C. Gray, who bid in third Summit, relieving L. E. Cooper, who relieved H. T. Guterson, Lincoln * nights, now clerk and operator at Yuba City. F. M. Thompson, first Chico, who relieved Agent Placerville, was relieved by Mr. Oliver, a new man. W. G. Flickenger, Chico, relieved by R. F. Blake, who was relieved later by C. H. Lendwing, and relieved C. S. Green on first Reno, who went to San Francisco. I. C. DcHaas is on second, and I. S. Ruth on third Red Bluff. Clerk and telegrapher at Floriston, has been discontinued. First, second and third Bowman, third Orland and Lincoln, and Gridley nights, on bulletin. The committee is now in session at Oakland for a new revised schedule. Several new stations have been opened on the hill, making lots of work for the extra men. An unusual thing here was to see the ground recently covered with snow, but it only lasted about two hours. All the boys who have not paid their dues for the first half of this year should do so at once. We are 99 per cent strong now and want to make it 100 per cent. Yours truly, C. G. McAdow, First Marysville. Tucson Division — A brother has been dismissed for permitting outs.de parties in the office. Please take note and see that none but office employes are permitted behind the counter. Bro. O. Barnwell bid in the Wcllton agency. (jjja agency will be on the next bulletin. Bro. Hoover has opened up the Gila Restaurant, and is doing well. Bro. Cull is in Frisco, attending the General Committee meeting, for the purpose of drawing * up a new schedule. Bro. Bell is on Gila second, extra. There are a number of new men on the divi- sion. See that they have a card. Bro. trough spent Christmas in Kentucky. Bro. E. W. Sargent is now at Raso. “O.” O. H. & S. A.— Business has been rushing for the past three months, and we expect it will be a lot heavier during the spring months. “RK” El Paso, is handling a great volume and there seems to be no let up. B. E. Bee, of "RK”, spent the holi- days with relatives- at Valentine. Harry Bannister is now second trick dispatcher at Del Rio, and I. N. Winants, night chief at El Paso, relieving W. A. Roberts, who goes back to second trick dispatcher. W. G. Reading, chief dispatcher, has returned from his 90-days’ recrea- tion in Canada. J. P. McKellar, first trick dis- patcher, spent 60 days in South* Carolina, and brought several specimens of what can be raised in that section. W. B. Phelps, agent Ysleta, off for the holi- days, was relieved by W. E. McDaniels, and Lawrence Morahan, “RK” El Paso, spent his in Galveston. R. E. Petross has returned to Marathon as agent, after working as dispatcher at El Paso for four months. Bro. Hoffman has returned to third Marfa, from a short vacation, and Bro. Luthy, to second Alpine. Bro. F. O. Bacon is relieving Bro. Hall at Longfellow nights, Bro. Turban relieving Bro. Cleaver, second Ft. Hancock, and Neil Wise is relieving Bro. Hackett at Chocar nights. Bro. Belt has taken his assignment on third Clint, after a trip to Los Angeles, and O. H. Barber has taken his on third Valentine. Bro. Glover bid Comstock agency. Glad to see "G” get a good job. Cert. 2383. El Paso Division, [Vest End — We need a regular correspondent; some good brother who will give us a write-up each month. Owing to the illness of his wife, General Chair- man Lester has resigned. Bro. E. E. Taylor, who bid in third "RK” El Paso, was relieved on Sierra Blanca second by Bro. C. Brown, who bid it in. A. E. Polk, off several weeks owing to his wife’s illness, has returned to first Sierra Btanca. Bro. P. L. Gaddis is spending a few weeks hunting in the wilds of Texas. Bro. C. W. Davidson bid in third "RC,” vice Bro. Bacon going to his assignment on Sander- son third. Wake up boys! It is time we should have our ten per cent increase. Sunday overtime, yearly vacation with pay, foreign transportation, and bet- ter working conditions. Lets give our solid sup- port to our committee and come into our own. Div. Cor. Northern Pacific Ry. Montana Division — The Livingston, Montana, Railroad Club held a very successful and largely attended meeting in that city on January 23, 1913. In the absence of President Weston, Mr. I. M. Taylor, the roadmaster, presided. A number of interesting addresses were delivered by prominent officials of the Northern Pacific, and others. Supt. B. O. Johnson referred to the changes brought about in the life and characteristics of the railroad employes. Rev. E. W. Cross, of the Congregational church, congratulated the fraternity upon its progress and the social status the members have attained. Assistant Claim Agent J. S. Taylor, spoke on safety, and said that many accidents could be and were avoided by the fidelity of the employes and the personal interest they take in the per- formance of their duties, that could not be reached Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 275 by any rule or regulation of the company. J. M. Rapelja, general superintendent showed the rapid strides made by the railroad men in the past 20 years, and pointed out tlid risks they took, hard- ships undergone, and said that money thus earned should be judiciously spent. The Glee Club of 20 voices, directed by Otto Hagen, rendered a number of standard selections, which added much to the pleasure of the evening. The next meeting will be held when the new hall is ready for occupancy, which will be one of the finest in the state. We regret to chronicle the recent death of our esteemed sister, Mrs. Alice Roseline Fed- ericks, at Mission, who dropped dead while on duty, receiving a train order. The funeral serv- ice, held January 24th, from the residence of Mrs. Law, manager of the Western Union Tele- graph company, at Livingston (her intimate friend), conducted t>y Rev. Cross, was largely attended. Among the many beautiful floral offer- ings was that of the O. R. T., a wreath, “Gates Ajar,” with the words “At Rest” in the middle, a dove on the top, and the old Telegrapher’s symbol “30,“ at the bottom. Interment was at Mountain View Cemetery, Livingston. Bro. Fredericks and his son “Dick” have our sincere sympathy. Bro. Judd, Laurel Yard, is relieving agent and Bro. Riley at Graycliff. Bros. Zepp, Dormer, Sheffer, and Hazlett, of Billings, have all returned from their vacations to “BG” and “S.” Bro. Klug was recently married; congratulations. Bro. Tronstad, who recently bid in M. U. Transfer third, has bid in Great Northern Jet. second, and will build near the office. Bro. Gullett is on third Great Northern Jet. Bro. Tietz, from M. U. Transfer, bid in third Homestake. Bro. Manchester bid in third Columbus, vice Sister Taylor, who bid in third Reedpoint. liro. McEntire bid in second Bozeman, and Bro. Grimes, third Bozeman, bid in third Trident, vice Bro. Perkins. Bro. Connors, now on vacation, bid in third Toston, Bro. Odegard, second Boze- man, displacing him on first Bozeman. A. A. Wilson, L. C. Montana Division Notes — ' Geo. Cox,, former dispatcher on Butte line, was murdered recently at his lonely batch job at Summit, Calif. Third Trick Dispatcher Thos. Kane, on second district, who just returned from trip south, took dinner with him on his way back. Bro. Shorty Arnold, in the hospital at Los Angeles, is improving nicely. He is being relieved at Hoppers by E. E. Parmenter. Bro. Cook, of Townsend, on a six weeks’ visit to old Tennessee, Kentucky and the “Old Farm," in "Indy-ana,” is being relieved by G. R. Coorough. A new three-stall round house is being erected at Townsend, the old one having blown down four years ago. The engines have been stalled out under the water tank ever since. Bro. Strachan, of Whitehall third, off sick, was relieved by Bro. Marshall. Bro. Wayne, of From- berg, also off sick, relieved by Mr. Canham, second Whitehall, and he by Mr. Wright, who later relieved Agent Welliver, at Pony, a few days. Bro. Orman and family, Logan second, are con- templating a tour of the eastern states, including his old home in Missouri. Most of the brothers on the west end and Butte line aie now up to date. Bro. “Mutt,” at Pipestone, is “batching.” Mrs. Lofgren visiting relatives west. Cert. 1321. CARD OF THANKS. I wish to thank the telegraphers, and others of the Montana Division, for their many words of sympathy and the beautiful floral offerings, owing to the death of my beloved wife. . Fraternally, C. U. Brown. Dakota Division — Mr. Slade’s letter of January 15th, and Super- intendent Strachan’s Circular of the 21st, estab- lishing a “Bureau of Efficiency,” should appeal to every employe, and we should not hesitate in giving the management our hearty co-operation in all its details, for by so doing, we not only pro- tect ourselves, but the company and its patrons. Not only will we improve ourselves in “efficiency,” but the personnel of our division as well. This has been tried for several years on other, roads, particularly the "Northwestern Line,” making “safety” its motto, and it has achieved a won- derful record for safety both among its employes and patrons. Talk the matter over with your fellow employes, and look after their interests, as well as your own and our patrons. Be always on the lookout to protect life, limb and property, even though it docs not come within your jurisdiction as an employe. You need not hesitate to report any- thing you think necessary for safety to Superin- tendent Strachan. It will be received in the proper spirit, without criticism, judged on its merits, and if the facts warrant, the necessary steps will be taken to improve the condition or 1 emedy the defect. There is nothing strenuous about it and it will add nothing to your present duties. Let us all do our part in co-operating to make this divison the banner one. Fraternally, Earl Robinson, Local Charman. Idaho Division — Brother Parsons third Paradise, is on ninety days’ vacation, relieved by ex-Brother Kilgore. Sister Marshall, of Weeksville, is convalescing from an attack of bronchitis. Brother Schneider, second Trout Creek, bid in Granite agency, relieved by Brother Coad, of Moscow, and Bro. L.1 J. King bid in Cocolalla agency. Digitized by v^ooQle

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276 The Railroad Telegrapher, Brother Thompson relieved Mr. Bump on second Heron, a few . days, and Sister Owens, third Cabinet, relieved several days by Brother Jackc- witz, who later relieved Brother Gephart, third Algoma. Brother Hawley, resigned first Hope to go with the W. U. at Spokane, relieved by Brother L. P. Marshall, and he on third trick by Brother Forbes. Bro. W. G. Mays returned to second Granite after thirty days’ vacation, relieved by Bro. Wood- ward. Bro. Bartley bid in third Ramsay, relieved on third Granite by Sister Seymour pending bul- letin. Bro. McGann, first Velox, who was injured severely by a fall on the ice, was relieved by Bro. Schroeder. Bro. Curtice, our former “division scribe,” is now with the S. P. & S. at Kahlotus, Wash., and Bro. Ryder is with the S. & I. E. Railway at Rosalia, a non-scheduled road, where they are lequired to sleep within hearing distance of their telephone bell, so as to answer calls and fre- quently have to get up in the night to attend to switches. “Ye Scribe” is greatly obliged to Bros. Krogh, of Beltnont; Hartlerode, of Garfield, and David- son, of Kootenai, for notes this month. No items from west end — Spokane to Cheney — nor from the C. W. branch. Recent new members: C. E. Olson, of Reardau; L. J. King, of Cocolalla; W. A. King, of Dover, Idaho, and D. G. Peckenpaugh, of Opportunity, Wash. We heartily welcome these brothers. Bro. Nason recently had printed and distributed telegraphers’ seniority lists, corrected to January 1, 1913. Any member missed in the distribution will be sent one by return mail if you will drop him a card, giving your postoffice address. It was necessary for our local chairman to advance $8 to pay for printing and distributing the seniority list. In the Idaho Division write-up in the November, 1912, journal we fully outlined the local division fund plan, previously authorized by a majority vote of the members of this division, requesting each member to donate 50 cents every six months in advance. Only fifteen of our mem- bers have remitted this amount to Bro. E. S. Smith, local secretary and treasurer, R. F. D. No. 2, Rath drum, Idaho. This fund is for the benefit of all members of this division. Those who have not remitted should do so at once and not oblige your local chairman to assume an expense of $30 to $40 annually to keep your affairs moving along in an up-to-date manner. We believe it is only necessary to make this explanation to have all concerned do their share in creating and maintain- ing this local division fund. “No card, no favors.” Div. Cor. Dakota Division Notes — The main line is solid with the exception of Mr. McCready at Tappen and Bro. Paul Ebert, second Bismarck, a staunch member who has always worked for the good of the cause. We hope he will soon have an “up to date” again. Mr. Mc- Cready is a delinquent who does not wish to be reinstated, as he intends to move to Canada and take up a homestead. To our local chairman, Bro. Earl Robinson, and several of the brothers is given the credit for these favorable conditions. It is gratifying to write up the news of the division when the boys contribute as they have this month. Remember, if you have only an item or two, they are all appreciated, as “it’s the little things in life that count.” Bro. C. E. Andre has returned to second Daw- son with his bride. Congratulations. It is now Bros. C. L. Kilber, third Dawson; J. B. Goin, second Windsor; Bro. James, third Scren- kens, and Charles Rodgers, Cheyenne. Bro. L. E. Tilney, relieved at Flora by W. K. Reque, went to Eldridge agency, vice Bro. H. S. Schmoldt, who took Wing agency. Bro. J. P. Millikin, at McKenzie, has trans- ferred from Division 130 to “Fighting 54.” Bro. Scott is on vacation, relieved by ex-Bro. C. H. Boyle. The “CS” position at “J” has been discon- tinued, Bro. Vincent taking first *<JY,” vice Bro. Mattson, who took fourth “J,” Bro. D. C. Poin- dexter taking third there. Bro. E. L. Murphy, third “JY,” while on his honeymoon east was relieved by O. J. Rosenthal, who later relieved Bro. H. S. Marsh, agent Brinsmade, for a month, while home at Steele nursing his foot, injured while handling freight. Bro. A. L. Boelter, agent Adrian, went to Brain- erd hospital for an operation for appendicitis, relieved by Bro. J. J. Ryan, just returned from Cheyenne, Wyo., where he was called as a witness in a law suit. Bro. Scott returned from his vacation and took third Steele. Bro. Poindexter has furnished us with an up- to-date seniority list. If you wish a copy, drop me a card and I will send it to you to make a copy of. At the same time give me an item or two. Bro. King, relieved by J. A. Cummins at Hurds- field, is visiting at his home in Elwood, Ind. Bro. R. V. Whitcome, on vacation, was relieved on second Medina by R. W. Boggs. Answer your call on the phone and wire as promptly as possible to avoid delay and incon- venience to the dispatchers. G. W. Fisher is now agent at Fort .Clarke, vice Art Random, who went to Carrington as car. man. Brothers, as soon as a non comes to work with or close to you, urge him to join as soon as pos- sible. We want to be solid when we go in for a new schedule this spring. Bro. C. B. Johnson, first Bismarck, on five weeks’ vacation to Florida and other eastern points, was relieved by D. J. Rohrer. There is no cheaper nor more reliable insurance than the O. R. T. Business continues good and no night offices have yet been closed. Steel has been discontinued as a test office, owing to being too close to Daw- son and Sterling. This leaves Jamestown, Medina, Dawson, Sterling, Bismarck and Mandan as test stations. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 277 this month, putting new cables in most of the offices, leaving all the boards in better shape. Bro. C. E. Hendrix, former agent at Burleigh, recently with the W. U. at Fargo, relieved Bro. J. E. Murphy on Burleigh third. W. E. Rcppeto, 1905, agent at Esmond, was relieved on vacation by Walter A. Hein, a new man. The entire Dakota Division brothers should throw their delegate votes to one brother, in order to keep the delegate position on this division. Bro. O’Hara, second Sterling, and myself are planning a trip to Southern Mexico. Bro. “Rosie” Poindexter, at “J,” will look after the news dur- ing our absence, and hope all the brothers will help him out. Send him everything you can be- fore the twentieth of the month. Dispatcher Ydstie, second on the branch, is thinking of taking a trip over the ' Pingree-Wilton line and stopping for dinner at Pettibone. There’s a reason. The boys over there are all lonesome without the telegraph. Look for the union label on everything you buy. “Do unto others as you would be done by.” I am nominated for local chairman and delegate, to lie voted upon in the coming election. If elected I will devote all the spare time I have to the office and make a noble effort to continue the meritorious work already done by ex-Chairman Bro. King and retiring Local Chairman Bro. Earl Robinson. I respectfully solicit the support of all the brothers on the Dakota Division. Bro. Robinson did not feel able to devote the necessary time that the chairman’s duties require. We re- gret this and hope if elected we may be able to do the work as well as he has done it. I am indebted to Bros. Poindexter, Tilney, King, Miller and Robinson for a gpodly share of these items. Let the good work continue. By having the division solid by spring wc will help greatly towards our share of asking for two weeks’ vacation with salary each year and making other requests from the company. So get that non next to you. Brothers, carefully peruse Bro. Robinson’s article on the new “Bureau of Efficiency,” and do every- thing in your power to act accordingly. Yours for enthusiasm, *H. H. Ellsworth, Div. Cor., Cert. 988. Tidewater. Bro. T. E. Cook relieved Bro. T. H. Kellogg at Dupont. Bro. E. A. Collins, Wilkeson, now has a helper. Bros. Long and Peck are giving dances at Roy, every fourth Saturday of each month, except when holidays fall on other days, when they will be given on the holiday night. The Ladies’ Auxiliary, which was to. have been organized at Centralia December 31st, was postponed until the next meeting, when we hope to have Bro. Holmes, our G. S. and T., present, to institute it. Among those present at the De- cember meeting were: Mesdames Sherwood, Brad- burg, Sullivan, Long and Miss Sullivan, and Bros. Bradburg, Henderson Sherwood, Long and Pretchel. On account of the many slides and washouts, Bro. Graham, L. C., was unable to be present and Bro. Henderson presided. Wc always miss Bro. Graham, as he puts a spit * t in the meeting that no one else seems to have the power to do. I have l^een appointed correspondent during Bro. Henderson’s absence, and any assistance from the brothers along the line will be greatly appreciated. H. A. Long. Seattle Division, First District — Our December write-up was mailed at the usual time but was delayed in transit and was published in the January issue. The members on the mountain probably are too deeply buried in the snow to send items, as we received none this month. There is more snow in the Cascades than for a number of years and it has required strenuous efforts the past few weeks to move the trains and maintain the wire service. Bro. Baker, still in the hospital, is now able to sit up and improving slowly. We hope to him around again in a few weeks. Bro. G. G. Anderson, who has been doing press work in Regina, Sask., is now in the County Auditor’s office at Ellensburg after a visit with Bro. Ackley at Kanaskat. Regarding nominations for local chairman on the north end, we wish to inform the brothers that all unsigned communications are promptly consigned .to the waste basket without further consideration. Ckrt. 85. Tacoma Division — The telegraphers have been taken off at Bucoda, and the agent furnished a $45 night helper. Bro. Henderson, from Bucoda, who went to Temne second, was relieved by Bro. Smead, third So- penah, for 90 days’ vacation. Automatic block went into effect between Cen- tralia and Tenine, January 8th. E. E. Fullerton, new man, ;s in the hospital, relieved on McIntosh first by E. Salbridge, from the Mo. Pac. Another man has been put on at McIntosh. Bro. Grover, from Tenino, relieving Bro. Sul- livan at Roy, who relieved Bro. Bradbury, third Rocky Mountain Division — Bro. Kuffel, “GN” crossing third, was relieved on account of sickness, by Mr. Errenson, who was later relieved by Mr. Kenyon, and then relieved Sister Lucky, on account of sickness a few days at Avon. Sister Cooper bid in Weed, this being her home, vice Mr. Kenyon, relieved there tem- porarily by Mr. Holroyd. Bro. G. W. Dana has gone to his home at Deer Lodge, relieved on third Austin by Mr. Croteau on bid. Mr. Cron, who bid in Austin second, later gave it up. Bro. Kuffel of “MS” drew third at hotel “De Cooper,” and Mr. Kinsey, third Skyline, drew second there. Digitized by Google

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278 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Balzhiser, Blossburg second, accompanied his brother Albert to the hospital at Rochester, Minn. Mr. Crane, of third there, was off a few days, owing to the illness of his wife. Bro. I. J. Johnson, who relieved extra dis- patcher, relieving J. T. Flanagan, on Elliston third, was later relieved by Mr. Scott on bid. Bro. Reidell, of second, while at Kallispell, was relieved by Mr. Blair. Sister Lucky, Avon second, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Extra Dispatcher Edson, later re- lieved by Mr. Erronson. Bro. Malone, Garrison third, bid in Saltese agency. Mr. Stevens, agent Gold Creek, on vacation, was relieved by Telegrapher Odell, a new man. Bro. Wiegand was relieved on first Drummond by Mr. Holroyd, later relieved by Bro. Wiley, the regular man there. Have not received any notes or changes west of Missoula. Cert. 1512. Yellowstone Division— Considerable interest toward having a write-up in The Telegrapher regularly hereafter has been manifested lately, and if each member on the divi- sion will contribute a few notes each month we can easily have one. Send all notes to Bro. J. E. Sharp, Sanders, Mont., getting them to him by the 20th, so he can get them to St. Louis before the 28th. Mrs. Golden, Sweet Briar, on leave, has gone East with Mrs. Etling. Bro. Etling was at Sims for several years prior to his death. Bro. Bol- ton, of Custer, is on an extended leave?' W. E. Klinger, New Salem first, is on leave, relieved by H. J. Wernsman. F. R. Alder, who left here in October, is with the H. B. & T. at Houston, Tex. F. F. Lay is visiting in Missouri and Florida. Bro. Bandel is doing the agent-telegrapher duties again at Hebron third, man taken off. Richardton agency is on bulletin, Bro. Williams being assigned Forsyth managership. Two men taken off at Hathaway. • Bro. Day butnped Abernath, displacing Sharp at Sanders, who relieved Cole on second there. Sisters Heckman and Walseth spent Christmas in Glendive, and Bro. Lawrence spent his at Medora. Ballots for the election of local chairman and delegate and alternate to the convention should be out soon. Let everyone investigate the subject thoroughly and cast your ballot promptly. M. A. Smoot, L. C. Lake Superior Division — Business is good. None of the new offices opened last fall have been closed. Bro. F. A. Swanson resigned Wyoming third, relieved by B. T. Williams from Cromwell. .Bro. R. M. Smith, third Rush City, while sick was relieved by F. A. Turvey, from the P. R. R., who later went to Loerch. Bro. O. E. Peterson, North Branch days, who underwent an operation at the companyvs hos- pital at Brainerd. is back to work again feeling fine. Bro. FT. A. Knedell. “DU” Duluth, who re- lieved him later, relieved Bro. T. J. Wecinnksky third, West Duluth, who went home for a little spell. Bro. H. E. Carlson, second at “DU” for several years, went to first Deerwood, vice Bro. J. S. Spurrier, who took third “DU.” Bro. Willig moving up to second there. Get in the nons at your stations, brothers. We want a solid line up when the committee goes in again in the spring, and the stronger we are the more we will get. With a little effort on the part of each member, our division will soon be solid, as the stragglers are coming in one by one; slow but sure. Be sure you do not overlook your own dues. Brothers, notes would be greatly appreciated. It is hard for me to get all the changes along the line without your co-operation. There are prob- ably some I have missed in this write-up. Drv. Cor. Relay Diinsion, St. Paul — Bro. Clarence O’Malley, who has been at Brain- erd hospital for the last month, is getting along nicely, and wc expect him back shortly. He is being relieved by Bro. Jensen, of the Spokane circuit. Bro. Somerville left the service on account of the reduction in the force. Bro. Bothmer bid in Helena, relieved at Dickin- son by Mr. Alexander, and he at Fargo by Mr. Johnson. Bro. Graham, from the Iron Mountain, is now with us, and he’s a jolly good fellow. Trains are being delayed on the west end by the largest snow slides we have had for several years, which arc also causing considerable wire trouble. Mr. Gilbault is on the St. Paul-Spokanc circuit temporarily. Some of the brothers are forgetting our motto, “No card, no favors.” Treat the nons as they treat the Order, and see the wonders it will work. . Although considerable progress has been made arousing a spirit of brotherhood in the relay de- partment, a great deal still remains undone, and the germ of inertia and indifference still lurks in the system. Let us continue with united effort in trying to have a solid relay. Those among us who are not with us certainly are against us. Let each brother pick out his man and keep after him until he lands him. Remember: “No card, no favors.” Mr. Duitt Awl. Relay Division, Spokane — Ijlro. Butterbaugh bid in the position on St. Paul known as the Arps job, his position being bid in by Bro. Dobson. Bro. McCann, released January 1st on account of reduction, relieved Mr. Johnson at Fargo, who went to “NP.” Bro. McCabe was relieved in “DK” several weeks during January by Bro. Ingram. It is now “No card, no favors” in this office. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 279 Relay Division , Tacoma — Bro. Schmidt bid in the job on Portland circuit, vice Mr. Flint, deceased. The boys were quite busy clearing up after the recent snow slides, which caused a lot of wire trouble. B. R. O. St. Paul Division — Bro. R. A. Nygaard, relieved by Bro. R. V. Guillford, extra, relieved Bro. B. E. Nygaard at Cushing a few days and then relieved Agent Schultz at Burtrum while he went to St. Paul to take the regular examination. If we will each do our best to get in the few nons left on this division, we can soon make it solid. Don’t forget to send in your votes for delegate to the convention at Baltimore in May. Remem- ber, the votes are to be counted in February. Fraternally, Local Chairman. Wheeling & Lake Erie Ry. Cleveland Division — Our last general meeting was held at Glaser Hall, Brewster, January 18th, with Bro. Gebhardt in the chair and Bro. Baltzer keeping record. Bro. Albaugh was unable to get relief and sent his regrets. Bro. Handy, of Norwalk, was" also unable to attend. Bro. Craig, Bowerston, was present and met the brothers for the first time since his appointment. Among the other brothers present were: H. K. Bell and Stringfellow, of Somerdale; Hammel, of Sherrodsville; Osborn, of Justus, and West and Hamilton, of Kent. Bros. Miller and Brahm guarded the doors and saw that everyone had the proper credentials. Bro. Fair came in after he had finished his trick at Harmon and entertained several of the brothers at his new home that night. Bro. Larker got in late. Bro. Hammel had his desire to play bridge whist, after adjournment, satisfied. Among other things brought up at the meeting was the minimum which many years ago was $49.50 a month. This would seem as much out of place now, when some of us are advocating a $75 and $80 minimum, as a stage coach or the old “plank road” which used to serve as rails for the old Cleveland, Canton & Southern. Our conditions now, with a $60 minimum, are far better than they were then, and we believe they are going to be still better. It depends on the supply and demand. What we have acquired has been brought abo*^t by paying for the privilege. The committee is now drafting a new schedule. Bro. Baltzer read a communication from Mrs. I. G. Beverlin, at Denver, Colo., saying that Bro. Beverlin, who used to work for the Wheeling, had almost lost his mind. He is now with his father in Toledo. She still hopes for his recovery. The division is looking after Bro. Beverlin's welfare, and the funds Mrs. Beverlin sent for his dues were returned to her with our sympathy and best wishes for bis speedy recovery. Bro. Hammill and a Mr. Brdoks, of Bowerston, have invented an automatic extension car step. General Superintendent Code has been trans- ferred from Cleveland to Pittsburg as general manager of the Wabash Pittsburg Terminal Chief Clerk Cassidy goes with him. H. W. McMaster, receiver Wabash Pittsburg Terminal, goes to Cleve- land as general manager, taking Chief Clerk Gri- wold with him. D. J. Morris promoted to assist- ant superintendent, succeeded as chief dispatcher by L. C. Conoid, with headquarters at Canton, Ohio, and he as assistant chief dispatcher by “Dick” Palmer. First Trick Dispatcher Myers, of Pittsburg, promoted to chief clerk under Superin- tendent Dombach. The Big Four, Nickel Plate and Lake Shore have been holding joint meetings, in Cleveland every second week of each month, with a view of organizing a railroad telegraphers’ club. Mem- bers of the other roads there are urged to come and bring their friends. Information can be had by writing Bro. C. F. Mayer, 6816 Lawn Avenue, Cleveland, or by phone at his office on the Nickel Plate. Members of the mutual benefit department whose dues are not fully paid within two calendar months from the beginning of the semi-annual period for- feit their rights in that department. It is impera- tive that all dues to the division and the mutual benefit department be paid before March 1st, in order to protect your beneficiaries. In case of your death while in arrears your beneficiaries could not be paid the amount your M. B. D. cer- tificate calls for; therefore, I earnestly urge all of you to pay your dues within the required time and protect your beneficiaries. Bro. Baltzer, first Harmon, has purchased a new nine-room house in Navarre, which has every mod- ern convenience. Bro. Betton, off recently owing to the illness of his daughter, is now on Norwalk yard second. Bro. A. E. Cramton received Twinsburg nights, relieved at Mingo yard by A. E. Allen. Chagrin Falls agency is now open, Mr. ftfctaffey having gone with an industrial firm in Cleveland, relieved by Bro. Oldham, and he at Mogadore by Bro. Fitchctt, from Rook. Bro. O’She, Ninety-third street first, off on a thirty-day visit to the old folks at home, was relieved by Bro. Sexton. Pittsburg Division — . Bro. Albaugh, Mingo, was off several days re- cently on committee work. Virginia agency, closed for some time, is to be reopened. Bro. Strugis relieved A. P. Burens, agent Clair- ton, several days owing to the . death of an aunt in Cleveland. Bro. Buchanan, Pittsburg days, has been pro- moted to extra dispatcher. Bro. Bedortha, agent Bridgeville, has resigned to accept a position with an industrial concern there. Digitized by v^ooQle

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280 The Railroad Telegrapher. Toledo Division — H. W. Oswalt, first Orrville Jet., on a trip east, was relieved by Forney, and he on third by Bro. Barton, who later went to Ironville third pending bids, vice Bro. L. W. Cartwright, who doesn’t like either second or third there. Bro. “Dick” Fields relieved C. E. Burton, first Lodi, on the sick list several weeks. Bro A. J. Mack, Brewster, relieved a few days recently by Harpster, and he nights by O. E. Allen. Bro. W. K. Carr, third Ironville, bid in Mingo yard. Bro. T. J. Horton, first Adena, was a recent Brewster visitor. Bro. Hank Bell, “hermit” at Somerdale and Bolivar, is a recognized authority on the “science of batching, rent free.” If interested, consult him; information free. Bro. W. S. Craig has been appointed local chair- man of the Wheeling Division, to fill the unex- pired term of Bro. Darling, transferred from Scio to Oak Harbor agency. Bro. Barton has been appointed assistant corre- spondent. Anything of interest on the Toledo Division kindly forward to him at 125 Droege Street, Toledo. No notes received from Wheeling Division. Best wishes. C. H. Rector, L. C. Southern Railway. Atlanta Division, North End — My write-up for December reached St. Louis owing to delay in the mails, too late for publica- tion and appeared in January. Speaking of my promotion to the chief dis- patcher’s office. Cert. 27 8, in his December write- up said: “We hope Bro. Jones won’t forget to have his card renewed while drawing the 80 per, as some others have done.” This is a great injustice to all the boys who have come from the line to the chief’s office, as everyone still carries up to dates, and all have their 1913 cards, and it was a little humiliating to them to read the article. As for me, my card is good till June 30, 1913. “Z” office has been abolished and “QN” moved from the Equitable building over to the Southern Railway building, recently erected. The boys from “Z” office were transferred to “QN” as new men. Hopes are very slim for them to get any age in “QN,” it being in the telegraph department. Therefore, Bro. Gheesling goes to Inman Yards and I to Rome, first trick. It seems mighty hard, after getting such a nice start in the transporta- tion department that our only means of advance- ment (“Z” office) had to be abolished. So, instead of starting all over as new men in another de- partment, we arc back where we can hear the whistles blow and see them pass again. Mr. Coapman’s refusal to consider our com- mittee’s proposition necessitated a strike vote, which came up 95 per cent strong, and the com- mittee and Mr. Coapman were in Washington again on January 23rd, with good prospects for a settlement. The result of the vote was very encouraging for our able committee, showing that the members are willing to go the limit in back- ing it up. Those who have not renewed their cards should do so at once, as the committee has been .to con- siderable expense, being in Washington since November. The committee has confidence in the ones it represents, when it knows it is being backed by all for the good of the cause. I am short on dots, owing to being in the relay office and not in touch with any one to gather such information. We secured several new mem- bers recently. Let’s keep after the nons and make this division the peer of the Southern Rail- way System. “JO.” \V inston-Salem Division — The year 1912 closed with this division in the best shape it has ever been, and only three nons left. They are between Mt. Airy and Sanford, and we certainly ought to be able tp land them shortly. The only delinquents we have promise to pay up shortly. I desire to thank the members of this division for the support given me during the past year as well as those who gave me their applications, helping in this way to build up our Order. Now that we are in good shape, let us all pay our dues promptly and keep as near the 100 per cent mark as possible, and everyone take a per- sonal interest in this work. We must give our general committee, now in Washington working for a new contract with better wages and working conditions, our undivided support and back it up in anything it sees fit to do. This will assure us a better contract than we have ever before received. Bro. W. J. Parks is now asisstant ticket ageut at Asheville, relieved at Davidson by Bro. R. E. Butner pending bids. It is now Sister White at Mt. Ulla. While visit- ing relatives recently, she was relieved by J. S. Haire, who went to Crutchfield, when Bro. Camp- bell bid in Franklin ville, vice Bro. Edwards, who bid in Liberty agency. Bro. Davis, Walnut Cove, on thirty days’ leave, was relieved by Mr. Holcomb. Bro. Prouse, from Gulf, is now with the A. C. L. at Fayetteville. Sister N. F. Spoon spent the Xmas holidays at her home near Liberty, relieved by Mr. Haire. Bro. Forbis of Cornelius was married recently. Congratulations. Bros. Allison, Stewart and myself of this divi- sion had the pleasure of -attending a -very enthusi- astic meeting of the Asheville Division at Barber, the night of January 9th, presided- over by Local Chairman Bro. W. R. Little. We wish more- of our members could have been present and hope every brother on this division will attend these meetings as often as possible. They are the life of an organization and makes one feel better and stronger to attend them. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 281 Ballots have been mailed to all the members for the election of a • local chairman for the present term and a delegate and alternate to the Baltimore convention. Kindly give this your attention and return your votes as soon as pos- sible. Fraternally, W. E. Jones, l. C. Asheville Division — I would like very much to see a write-up each issue from this division and we could have one if all would chip in with the news from their own station and have someone send the items to Bro. Quick before the 28th of the month. First and second Balfour abolished. Bro. Pat- ten from first Balfour, relieving Mr. Beech on second Morganton, who displaced Bro. Sigmon, agent-telegrapher, Nebo, who relieved Bro. C. S. Shell, second Ridgecrest, who went to third Elm- wood, vice Morgan. The latter was unable to obtain board in Majolica, therefore, Bro. A. B. Yow remained on second there and Morgan went to third Barber, where he was relieved later by Bro. P. R. Shell of second Balfour. Bro. Headrick, first Black Mountain, bid in second Drcxel, recently established, relieved on bid by Bro. Frazier, and he on second on bid by B o. Farris, relieved of the agency there by Mr. Bobo, a new man. Mr. Ward relieved Bro. Warren, first Biltmore, owing to some trouble with W. U., Bro. Beam bidding in second “XO,” relieved on bid at first Old Fort by Bro. Coulter, and he on second there by Bro. Drumwright, relieved on third Mur- phy Jet. by Mr. Garvin. Later Bro. Drumwright while off sick, was relieved by M. Payne, who also relieved Bro. C. J. Yow, third Old Fort, while off sick. Bro. C- F. Sumner, first “YD” Asheville, on his honeymoon, was relieved by Bro. Cauble, third “XO,” and he by Mr. Garvin. Bro. Huffman, first “XO,” is working as extra dispatcher, re- lieved by a new man from “GM” Washington. Let us help Bro. Huffman all we can by answering our calls promptly. Bro. Simpson, agent-telegrapher Bridgewater, is off with an attack of rheumatism, relieved by Mr. Morgan. Bro. Shands bid in third Campobello, leaving second Elmwood on bulletin. Bro. Williams, Greenlee, off during Xmas holi- days, was relieved by Bro. Calloway, who later relieved Bro. Shook, third Ridgecrest. Mr. Gollo- way, agent Morganton, off sick, was relieved by Bro. Sigmon, and he on second Ridgecrest, by Bro. W. O. Calloway. Brothers who take in students to “lighten their work” are violating the obligation they took when joining the Order; and those who know of cases where this is being done and do not report it to the proper officials of the Order, are also liable to be dealt with. Talk to the non at your station or the one at the next block, get them lined up and make the division solid. Best wishes to all for a happy and prosperous year. Cert. 502. Asheville Division, A. & S. — I think it would be better if we had two local chairmen on the Asheville Division, one to cover the east end and one the A. & S. and Toxaway Branch. The A. & S. boys can not get to the meetings unless we lose a day, which we don’t mind if we could only get off. There are about twenty-five members on this side and only one or two can get to the meetings, and none of the Toxaway boys can make it. If we had a local chairman he could hold meetings so everybody on the A. & S. and Toxaway could attend at least once every two months. Let’s hear from some of the “old heads” on the subject. Bro. Seals was off several days, owing to the sudden death of his father-in-law, at Fletchers, on January 14th. Bro. Hall was off to hear W. J. Bryan speak, relieved by Extra Walden. Bro. Carson, while visiting his parents was relieved by Bro. Cooper, who also relieved Bro. Bishop a few day9. Bro. Shands, while off sick was relieved by Bro. Calloway. The Mikado engines on this side now either double the hills or take two or thfee runs to get over. Cert. 1793. Charlotte Division, South End — No card, no favors! How much these four little words mean to us. Let us observe these more in the future than we have in the past. If we do this it will mean a great deal better and stronger organization for us. How many of the nons in the vicinity have asked you for favors in the last few weeks? How many times did you stop and think if the man had a card? At times it seems rather hard to turn a fellow telegrapher down simply because he has no card, but our organization should be first in our minds. Every non on the division should join for his own bene- fit as well as ours. Every man should have some good insurance to protect his family in case of his death, and there is no better or safer than our Order affords. If a person has no family he wants a decent burial, should he drop off un- expectedly, and this is what our insurance guar- antees for us. The only way to better the work- ing conditions of today is to have a solid organi- zation, and the way to get it is to work on the man without a card. We must get busy and show them, both agents and telegraphers, that a personal request will never get an increase in salary but our superior officers listen to us when we send a committee, because, in union there is strength. Our destiny is in our own hands. We are all looking for that raise and sincerely hope the few nons will not set back any longer and take the in- , Digitized by Google

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282 The Railroad Telegrapher. crease others have labored hard and put up the cash to secure for them. We hope every member of the Order will give the very best service pos- sible and show the company that an O. R. T. man is a good all-round man, and make the officials feel that a man with an up-to-date card is the man they need. The regular meeting was held on the second Sun- day in January with thirty-three members present; all report a good time. Bro. J. L. Brown, second Seneca, on vacation, was relieved by P. J. Lyles, later by Bro. R. L. Echols, Mr. Lyles relieving Bro. P. J. Garvey, third “VM Greenville, while sick, later relieving Bro. J. C. Utsey, message side, Greenville, a few days. Bro. T. T. Whiten, second Easley, was off a few days recently, relieved by B. F. Moss, a new man, who later relieved Bro. H. L. Watkins, third Liberty, two days. Bro. R. L. Turner, first Toccoa, off a few days sick, relieved by O. Bass, of third there, and he by Bro. R. L. Johnston from the A. C. L. On the night of December 20, 1912, the home of Bro. E. H Brown, third Central, was com- pletely destroyed by fire. No insurance. Bro. B. L. Rike, Seneca third, off a few days sick recently, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols. Bro. S. M. Benton, first Cornelia, while off attending the funeral of his mother, was relieved by R. Boggs. We all extend him o*ur sympathy. Bro. O. R. Doyle, second Calhoun, relieved by Bro. A. P. Lawrence, is in Washington with our general committee. * Bro. W. K. Scroggs, third Fallis, relieved by B. F. Moss, was assigned third Oakwood. O. Bass, while working as first trick dispatcher in Greenville was relieved on third Toccoa by Bro. R. L. Johnson. Boys, keep after that non working with or on either side of you. Take no excuses whatever. Bro. C. W. Berry, third Alto, bid in second Gainesville, vice Bro. A. E. Stewart, who bid in Fallis third, and then took a trip to South Georgia, relieved by B. F. Moss. The boys will move into the new passenger sta- tion at Gainesville on February 15th. Bro. B. L. Rike, Seneca third, who has been sick has returned to work. P. H. Sellers, second trick dispatcher Green- ville, has taken the position of block inspector, with headquarters at Greenville, on account of His health, J. Walker, chief clerk to C. D., taking his place in “DS.” Boys, come out to the meetings. Block office “FN" closed January xst, cutting out Bro. R. E. Melvin, first, who goes to Oak- wood second. Bro. J. R. McBrayer, second, bid in Mount Airy third, and Mr. Calahan, third, is seriously ill at Suwanee. Bro. C. V. Tapp, agent Chamblee, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. R. P. Rudisell, second Crosskeys, and he by Boggs, from Calhoun. Bro. Scroggs, third Fallis, bid in third Oakwood, “home, sweet home,” and Bro. Berry, second Alto, bid in second Gainesville, relieving Bro. A. E. Stewart, who bid in Fallis third. It’s still ex-Bro. Rhodes at Oakwood. Quite a crowd attended the recently called Sun- day meeting at Central. Everybody come every second Sunday who can possibly arrange to do so. “Non” Bosworth, third “Q,” hands it out along the line that he is “one of the boys,” and says he considers himself a member of the O. R. T., but can not produce the goods. Bear in mind: “No card, no favors.” Have you got that new card? If not, get busy. Our committee wants to show a paid-up member- ship. Fraternally, B. W. Grant. Knoxville Division — Members Knoxville Div. — Having received and accepted the nomination for delegate to Balti- more Convention, if my name appears on the ballot for this honor in the coming election and you feel that I am qualified to represent you, your support will be appreciated, and if elected will endeavor to make good. Fraternally, • W. H. Cord, L. C. My term as local chairman expires this month, and I wish to thank you collectively for your support, without which this could not be the strongest division on Division 59, having at the close of the year, 1912, 205 members. I also wish to thank the assistant local chair- men for their assistance in helping to build up the membership and the. service of the com- pany. ‘Let us all unite to still further improve conditions all along the line, and build up our organization in the highest possible standard, thereby enhancing its usefulness and greatly in- creasing the benefits of all concerned. The year just passed has been the best for this division in the history of the organization, as well as the most successful from the stand- point of the adjustment of matters affecting the telegraphers, having settled satisfactorily to all concerned eleven grievances with two others pending. More or less mistakes naturally will be made in handling matters affecting over 200 men, and it is an impossibility to please “all the people all the time,” however, I have done my best as I saw it, and whatever your verdict it will be received uncomplainingly by the writer. You are the law, and I desire to see it fixed just like you want it. Chief Dispatcher Wooten was over the line again recently, getting better acquainted with the boys. He will appreciate it when you send in vacation tickets if instead of sending them in separately you will send all three at the same time in one letter, saving considerable extra work for all concerned. Settle difficulties regarding your work between yourselves, instead of taking them to the chief dispatcher and superintendent. It will be best Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 283 for everybody and greatly appreciated by the officials. Do not violate the hours of service law, by working extra for each other, without arranging it with the chief dispatcher. Attend the monthly meetings and keep posted as to what is going on in your interest. It is a diversion to get away from business, meet together collectively, and exchange ideas concern- ing your work. Some have never attended a meeting and met those they work with daily. Personal feelings vanish with the hearty hand shake at a meeting. Let us get out to these meetings held for our uplift and betterment. Don’t spend every dollar you make. Every one can save a little, especially the young man. According to statistics, 1,125,000 men, sixty-five and over, are now dependent upon charity, at an annual cost of $220,000,000, and 300,000 men and women are in private homes, at a cost of $50,000,- 000 annually, showing how many have fritted away their opportunities until old age comes on, when the sun is slipping slowly behind the West- ern hill, and the loom of life is about to stop, when we consider what might have been. With best wishes for many good returns for 1913. Fraternally, W. H. Cord, L. C. Knoxville Division Notes — • The joint meeting held with the Coster Divi- sion, at Knoxville, Tcnn., Saturday night, January 18th, the first of 1913, was the most enthusiastic we have ever attended. Among the members present were: J. H. Peo- ples, M. J. Babb, D. O. Fullen, E. T. Boyd, J. A. Addleburg, H. C. Womack, R. O. Burns, O. G. Fitzerald, G. R. Duncan, Wm. Smith, W. H. Cord, G. C. Martin, R. M. Gray, O. B. May, C. B. Gray, L. McMinn, J. J. Baily, H. F. Dun- lap, L. Jamegin, Jake Vaughn, D. B. Wright, F. L. Tucker, W. C. Massingill, F. A. Calfee, L. L. Gott, E. J. Cross, J S. Lewis, J. F. Barn- hill, G. C. Long, E. T. Burnett, and several others, whose names we de not recall. Cigars were passed around the second time be- fore the meeting was called to order by Bro. J. H. Peoples, former chief telegrapher of Knoxville Lodge, No. 400, who presided, upon request, to the satisfaction of all. From the opening to the close of the meeting everyone was personally inter- ested in the discussions, resolutions, etc. Many of the older and more experienced brothers were among those present, which gave that much more stamina to the meeting. Bro. Smith made an excellent talk along social # and moral lines, advising us to do our work care- fully, promptly and explicitly and make our lives an open book showing our associates that we were in earnest. He hoped to see the day when an O. R. T. card would be synonomous of character and fitness. Bro. Bobb enjoined us to be more conservative in our dealings and think carefully before acting. He spoke interestingly on the “Misuse of the Telephone” and was answered by Bro. Fuller, of Lenoir City. Local Chairman Cord, in his usual inimitable way, told us of many happenings out on the line, and submitted his report of grievances handled the past year, which was adopted. Bro. Gray enlightened us upon some points on the last paper from headquarters, and Bro. Addle- burg, of Riceville, showed us the absurdity of “teaching students.” Other topics were discussed, such as: Exclusive Agents” and the “Taking Into Our Order Other Classes of Station Help,” participated in by Hon- est Bill Bailey, who always brings his grip; , Barn- hide (the comedian), Boyd; Martin, Tasso; Barn- hill, of Philadelphia; Jarnegin, Bearden, Tucker, Bluff City, and Bro. Fuller, who promised not to try any more tricks with his pass when taking up the password. Bro. C. M. Griffith, of the K. & B., not a sched- uled road, therefore not enjoying any of the direct benefits of membership, a former chief telegra- pher of Knoxville Lodge, No. 400, was present, as usual. He has always been a faithful attendant. We hope he may yet be rewarded for his loyalty to the cause. Bro. G. R. Duncan, of Niota, was so enthused that he sent in the application of a new member to the local chairman the next day after the meet- ing. Come on, boys, and do likewise. Bro. Wright, of Newcomb, was the only man who could not reach his work before 9 a. m. the following day, but he came just the same. Our division officials allowed all to come who desired, and stopped No. 35 at several station for the boys returning, which was very much appreci- ated. It docs not require any special effort to attend these meetings; just teU the C. D. you want to go, and lie will relieve you if necessary and fur- nish you passes. Topics are handled there that are strictly for those attending, and will not be given out; therefore, if you would know what is going on you must be present. . Come bn March 15th. The hall is opposite Kuhlman’s drug store, in the bank building. We hope Bro. J. D. Self and P. O. Byerly will not get lost any more and return without having been present at such a good meeting. Cert. 48 and L. J., Cert. 932. Columbia Division — Columbia, Charleston and Spartanburg Divisions will meet the first Sunday in each month, 7 p. m., at the Gresham Hotel, one block from union sta- tion, Columbia, S. C. Members of these divisions are earnestly requested to attend. We will be glad for members of the S. A. L., A. C. L. and C. N. & L. Railways to take some interest in these meet- ings, Fraternally, E. B. Chitty, Local Chairman. Columbia, S. C. II aslnngton Division — Sister R. L. Hamm, first Barboursville, was oft a few days, on vacation. Digitized by Google

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284 The Railroad Telegrapher. Two tricks at Tye River closed, Bro. C. Mc- Cleary relieving Bro. Javins, Cameron Run third, while at Alexandria, and Mr. Williams going to Weyburn. Montpelier third closed, Bro. G. C. Greiner taking second there. Bro. P. McCleary gets “RO” second, and Bro. Broadus, of Dicker- son, gets third Proffit Bro. S. H. Jacobs, first Calverton, has resigned and gone to the Washington & Old Dominion as dispatcher. We are glad to see him better himself. Three or four “old heads” have resigned recently and gone to the W. & O. D. First Calverton and Mitchell agency are on bul- letin. # Bro. Abbott has moved to Nokesville. This will no doubt suit him better than the daily ride from Brandy. Div. Cor. Queen & Crescent Route (North). Alabama Great Southern — Local Chairman Carter, second York, has been spending a few days in Cincinnati with the gen- eral committee. We must stand by him, as he is doing all in his power to help us out. He was relieved by Mr. Sullivan. We are glad to have Bro. Dermody, our fourth vice-president, with us at the meeting of the com- mittee in Cincinnati. He has been tried, and we know he will do his part to help us poor teleg- raphers better our working conditions. We are glad to see the O. R. T. taking hold of the handling of the U. S. mail, and hope something will soon be done to relieve the telegrapners of this responsibility. Some roads deduct $i out of salary of any telegrapher who by any means causes the mail to get left, which is one of the most unfair things I have ever heard of. Bro. Anderson, first Boligee, spent Christmas with his people at Chattanooga, Tcnn. Bro. Grif- fin, agent Boligee, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Anderson, first, and he by Mr. Willougby, relieved by Mr. Line, of Danville, Ky. Bro. Grover, second Woodstock, Ala., bid in Klcventh street block office, Birmingham. Yours fraternally, J. M. Anderson, Div. Cor. Queen & Crescent Route (South). AT. O. & N. E. R. R. — Fachuta nights closed, and Bro. J. S. Dyess given a clerk, which he greatly appreciates. Bro. W. B. Myrick bid in second Slidell, leaving third Vossburg vacant. ^ Bro. Robert Henley, second Hattiesburg, re- signed to enter the mercantile business at Stringer, Miss. We all wish him success. He was relieved by Bro. M. R. Carpenter, of Picayune. We have heretofore been overlooking L. D. Austin’s inability to get a card on account of misfortunes, but the raise effective January ist will enable him to get an “up to date,” and no further excuses will be accepted. Bro. W. Crane secured first Slidell, vice P. H. Jack. We are indebted to Bros. Weems and Green for items this month, and thank them very much for their interest. Hope they will come around every month and that some of the others will also furnish us some news. The cozy and up-to-date passenger station at Laurel nearing completion will be a credit to that town, furnishing better quarters for the forces as well as the traveling public. We deeply sympathize with Bro. C. G. Jemison at Shops in the loss of his wife after a lingering illness of several months. We are nearing the 100 per cent mark, with the largest list of members we have ever had, and wish to thank each brother for the interest taken in the upbuilding of our craft. We hope you will not let an opportunity pass to make an improve- ment to our cause. We owe it to the company as well as ourselves and families to try to improve our conditions, and should strive each day for an improvement, realizing that we particularly serve as mediators between the public and the railroad company, and let’s strive to have peace and har- mony prevail at all times. If everyone will try to do something for everyone else, we will greatly improve our surroundings and get in closer touch with the membership in general. Our new schedule, effective January ist, does not bring many changes, and the raises in salaries are not very large, but we hope you will consider the fact that there were many barriers in the way of the committee who met the officials. Remem- ber, there have been very expensive wrecks, over- flows and train robberies on all three of these lines the past twelve months. Small raises in sal- aries will amount to large ones some day, if we keep on organizing, so we can renew our contract annually. This is the third time in three years your committee has gone before the officials with a new proposition, and secured fairly good results each time. Our working conditions and surroundings arc what we make them. There is yet a vast amount of w'ork to be done, and we ask the hearty co- operation of each and every one. Our officers for the next two years will have been elected by the time this is in print, and your general chairman takes this opportunity of thank- ing every member of Division 69 for their co-oper- ation. I trust you realize fully the importance of better conditions, and that to have better condi- tions we must render good service. There is very seldom a complaint comes to my hands from any of our telegraphers, and we see no need of them going to sleep on nine-hour tricks, which means dismissal from the service in a good many cases, and well it should, for we should give good seivice now that we have good working con- ditions. Again thanking each member for his interest, and asking you to co-operate with us this year with renewed efforts for more uniform conditions. Thirty. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 285 Chicago & North Western Ry. Galena Division — Bro. E. J. Zadnichelc, days Carpentersville, has returned from a two weeks* trip through Colo- rado, relieved by J. H. Wier, who later relieved Bro. I. W. Rigby, Dundee days, on a trip to California. Bro. and Mrs. P. E. Gray, of “SJ,” spent the holidays with relatives in LaPorte, Ind., and Bro. Smart with relatives and friends at Petersburg and Jobet. The agent is now doing the wire work at Algonquin, the telegrapher there having been taken off. Bro. and Mrs. A. L. Bradley were in Norfolk, Neb., a week recently, owing to the sickness of a relative. Bro. C. O. Dean, agent Nelson, off recently, was relieved by Bro. Hamilton. Bro. Bradley, an old-head in “SJ,” who thoroughly understands prevailing conditions, was chosen with Bro. Troy to represent that bunch in negotiations for the new schedule. Local Chairman Webster has been doing some good organizing on this division recently. J. B. Buss, agent McHenry, brother of Bro. Joe Buss, at Malta, and Bro. Jake Buss, of North Yard, died very suddenly at Elgin, of an internal hemorrhage. Bro. Joe was relieved by Mr. Brundage while attending the funeral. Bro. E. J. Zadnichek relieved at Carpentersville, days, by J. H. Weir, who went to McHenry agency, being relieved later by Mr. Cantillon. Mr. Litchenberger, “HA,” Peoria, promoted to dispatcher on the St. L., P. & N. W., was re- lieved by a new man. Bro. E. H. Rose, now city soliciting agent there, was recently married and spent his honeymoon in Denver and other West- ern points. Bro. Trautman, Dixon, off a few days sick, was relieved by Mr. Blackwell, who later went to Proviso third. Bro. Matthews relieved C. E. Case, Wheaton days, who bid in the agency there, vice Bro. Aye, going to West Chicago third, later Bro. Jackson, of Gilbert, bid in Wheaton days; Bro. Goodell, of Rochelle, bid in McHenry agency, and Bro. Perkins, of Broadmoor, bid in Gilberts agency. The C. & N. W, brothers are good attendants at the Chicago meetings, but there is still room for improvement. Those who attended the Club dance, on December 18th, at the Masonic Temple, were Bros. Gray, Smart and Early of “SJ,” Schultz of “U,” Colliton of Rockford and Kipp, who was formerly on this division. They kept the “Erpress” elevators busy between dances, going from the seventeenth floor to the “Cafe” on the first. We understand that Bro. Schultz has resigned. Bro. J. D. Wills, from the general office in West Chicago, celebrated his ninth wedding anni- versary January iztb at his residence. We hope fie may have many more of them. Bro. Jim Henning, first DeKalb, suddenly called to Michigan, his father being sick, was relieved by Mr. Parsons, a new man. Bro. Ollie Schultz, third Bluffs tower, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Leath, of Elmhurst. Brothers, please send me your news not later than the 24th. “Zad.” West Iowa Division — “The heights of great men reached and kept “Were not attained by sudden flight, “But they, while their companions slept, “Were toiling upward in the night.*’ As it was in the days of old, so we find the complications in the present age. Many of us are being presented with problems which ages ago could not have been dreamed of. All the latest modern achievements of thought are brought to bear to move the great • traffic over the different railroads. The telegraph is being suspended by the quicker and less skilled telephone, which allows the use of the wire by persons unskilled in “Morse,” with no restrictions whatever as to fit- ness, etc. On some roads, if a train crew desires information at a closed station it is necessary to first call the telegrapher in charge of “fone” station, but this is not the general custom. Brothers, we are “all like sheep that have gone astray.” Let us all unite and stand shoulder to shoulder to right our wrongs. You know what they are, and if you continue to suffer when you know how to apply the remedy, then it is your own fault. “Vigilant.” West Iowa Division Notes — Lewis Broadway, Council Bluffs, was relieved a few weeks by Mr. Wood, returned from a four months’ vacation. Bro. Humiston, after a two years’ sickness, is back at Audubon agency again. Bro. Geo. Long, who relieved him, after a month’s sojourn in California, took Harlan agency, vice Bierman resigned. Bro. Lyman has resumed on Carroll first, after “rounding up” some of the boys for a couple of weeks. If every member was like "Bert” there would not be a non in the country. Carroll is solid again. Chief Dispatcher Hunter, after a month’s work on the examining board, has resumed his duties; Dispatcher Shaller, who was acting as chief, is back on third, and Extra Dispatcher Benton is on a sixty-day vacation. Bro. Wier is acting cashier at Mo. Valley, dur- ing the sickness of the regular man. Bro. Milam, Mo. Valley, has returned from a visit to his home in Old Kaintuck. It is now Bro. Schroeder at Maple River. Bro. Lyman is being relieved there for a month’s vacation, being relieved by Bro. Bowen. Bro. Robt. Liddle has returned after several years’ absence and taken Ralston agency. Digitized by c.ooQle

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286 The Railroad Telegrapher. Train Master Pike (none better) has been trans- ferred to the Soo City Division, succeeded by Yard Master Holmes. Our committee is now in Chicago, after another raise. Among the recent new members are: H. J. Raddan, Mo. Valley; O. N. Cash, Roy Bowen, Dunlap; F. C. Morse, O. M. Ericson, T. W. Christenson, Denison; A. W. Lyman, C. A. Scliroe- der, Maple River; H. M. Schertz, Cirreo; F. R. Forbes, Botna, and Robt. Liddle, Ralston, and there will be several more this pay day. Boys, take example from the trainmen, see what they are getting. Solid organization will get a whole lot more for us. Better things are coming if we stick together. There are several, bills up now in different State legislatures to make an eight-hour day for all telegraphers and tele- phones, including one-man stations; also pay days twice a month. All other corporations ex- cept railroads pay two to four times a month. Put your legislators on record to favor these measures, by sending in petitions signed by every voter you can, and if they don’t vote for us, we need not vote for them next time. Keep after the rest of the nons on this division, boys, and don’t forget the gang at Arion tower, and those on the Southwestern. Remember, “No card, no favors.” “Buck and Hy." Sioux City Division — Bro. Clanahan, of North Iowa Division, relieved West at Danburn, who took* Onawa station. The sub-committee are in Chicago. Who said the primary didn’t win? McClure for superintendent. Our time is limited, like our salary. See you again. Trixey. Madison Dxi'ision — The new depot at Evansville was opened for passenger business New Year’s day. Bro. Colton with the station force remaining in the old build- ing, which will be used as a freight depot. The night of the opening the new structure was crowded with people, who were met and wel- comed by Mr. and Mrs. Colton, assisted by Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Pear- sall, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. L. Pullen, Mr. R. M. Richmond, superintendent, and Mrs. E. E. Nash, Mrs. Johns and Hon. A. S. Baker. The Evans- ville band furnished music for the occasion, and Mr. Alex. Richardson, in his usual happy vein, spoke in behalf <Xf the citizens of the community. In a very graceful manner expressing their appre- ciation of the new depot. Superintendent Nash of this division respond- ing for the company. Refreshments in the form of punch and wafers were served hy the young ladies in the large wait- ing room. Later Bro. and Mrs. E. P. Colton entertained at dinner Superintendent and Mrs. E. E. Nash, and as guests of honor the welcoming committee heretofore named. The new station is finished in the interior in hardwood, and the walls are decorated in pleasing colors, making a most attractive place. Evans- ville has reason to feel proud of the new depot and the improvement it makes in that part of the city. Bros. T. J. Tracy is on first, S. S. Webster cn second and M. H. Keeffe on third in the new depot in charge of the telegraphing, tickets, etc. Bro. F. E. Wickern recently bid in second there. Our committee is now in conference with the officials in Chicago. The men representing us will do their very best and we should line up the non-members and pay our dues promptly, thus relieving Bro. Kempkes of a lot of work. Be sure to notify him of any change in your address. Bro. W. H. Hansen, agent Galesville, was on the sick list several days, also Agent Copeland, Jefferson Jet., relieved by Bro. F. H. Main, and he on first by Bro. J. v W. Hibbard. Bro. J. Semann, third there, visited friends at Madison recently. Bro. A. E. Idling is now on second, Chase inter- locking, vice Bro. L. C. Rains. Bro. A. G. Verch bid in Platteville telegraph job. Bro. C. L. Wilcox, agent Union Center, on the sick list for over a month, contemplates a trip West accompanied by his son-in-law Bro. H. M. Corsaw, relieved at Oregon by Bro. Sorenson. Bro. Edw. Welch and family visiting with his parents in West Allis, relieved Bro. C. E. L. Hansen, tower “CS,“ who was up on the Minn. Division a few days. Bro. J. R. Gannon has returned to Mendota agency after several weeks’ vacation, relieved by Bro. A. G. Thomas, who bid in Glenoak agency. Dispatcher Koch of Friendship is on vacation. Bro. Hugh Rice returned to Madison second after his spell of sickness, relieved by Bro. J. W. Hibbard, now relieving on Sparta third, vice Bro. A. L. Clark, relieving Bro. C. W. Evans, of second there, on vacation. Div. Col. li’isconsin Division — Bro. Louis Bitz, local chairman for several years, has resigned, on account of other duites. Bro. W. H. Coburn, of Harvard, a good man for the position, has been appointed to fill the vacancy and no doubt will be elected as our regular chair- man. The brothers should all put forth their best efforts to assist Bro. Coburn to bring up our division on a parallel with the others, which are about all solid now. There are still a few nons cn the division, and each member should do all in his power to get them in line at the earliest possible moment. We thank the brothers for the* new members coming in from different points. Help the good work along. Call on Bro. Coburn at Harvard for application blanks and he will mail them to you at once and assist you in any other way possible. Digitized by u.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 287 Bros. L. I. Price, third Harvard and A. P. Schaeffer, agent Chemung, are again with us, starting the new year aright. It it rumored that the W. U. office at Wood- stock will be combined with the city telephone office up town, and G. G. Graves, ticket agent there, will remain with the W. U. and take charge of telegraph and telephone office. Bro. Regan, second Capron, off two weeks re- cently with an injured finger was relieved by Frank E. Staab from the Wabash. H. A. Stocker, third Genoa Jet., while off on account of his father’s death, was relieved by Con- ductor Gene Dady, of Harvard, owing to the scarcity of men on this division. Our committee is now in session at Chicago, working on a revised schedule. Local Chairman Schneider and Secretary Hansen, of the Madi- son Division, was over our division helping to line up new mebmers. Brothers, remit your dues at once to Bro. I. R. Kempkes, Nevada, Iowa. Get your new card and start the new year with a clean record and up to date. All applications from new members should be mailed with the money to Bro. W. H. Coburn, Local Chairman, at Harvard, and news items for The Telegrapher mailed to him not later than the 15th of the month. Wishing you all a happy and prosperous 'new year. Div. Cor. OLD WINTER. By Chas. P. Regan. t Old Winter, is k sturdy one. He’s made of toughest metal; Contented, everywhere he goes, No matter where he settles. His home is in the far far north, Where there’s frozen lake and river, Then every time he visits us, He laughs when 'ere we shiver. On his southward trip he takes His time. Where ’ere he lingers, To cover the earth with a snowy shroud And greet us with icy fingers. No matter what his mission is. He’s sure to make appearance; Then leaves behind impressions That shows his perseverance. He hangs around until he's chased By Springs glad news and tiding; Then off to Switzerland he hikes, To stay awhile there hiding. He’s master for the time he stays. And conquers all as hero; And is not content until he puts Thermometers down to zero. Northern Wisconsin Division — Sister Connors, agent Jimeau, while off sick, was relieved by Bro. Kuenzi, who later relieved A. B. Butler, second Watertown. Milton Jet. second was put back, with Bro. Kuenzi on the job. Helper at Johnson's Creek bid in the telegraph job there. We had a good meeting at South Oshkosh on January 30th. Send any news you hear of to me at Necnah. C. Kudy, Cert. 1553- Lake Shore Division — Bro. R. J. Wall, agent Reedville, has resumed his work after being laid up for some time with a broken leg. Bro. Engels gid in Belgium agency. Bros. Heinig and Knudson, of Calumet yard, attended the funeral of Ada, daughter of Local Chairman T. H. Welland, at Sheboygan, on Janu- ary 13th. t It is now Bro. Herzog, at Oostburg nights. Belgium has been reopened nights by Mr. Dowd, of the Wisconsin Division. Bro. Erdrnan, Cleveland second, took in the auto show at Milwaukee. Bro. Schnieder, local chairman of the Madison Division, made a trip over the division the latter part of December, organizing. The railway clerks have organized and have a large membership at Green Bay and Manitowoc. Bro. G. M. Knudson was a Green Bay visitor recently. After spending the summer and fall in the West, Bro. Stromberg has returned and is working Lakewood second. Bro. A. H. Mierswa, agent Shawano, has re- signed to enter other business. We wish him suc- cess. Bro. F. H. Vasbinder traveled to Chicago with the Sheboygan freight office bowling team, to bowl against the Chicago force. Owing to sickness in the family of Bro. Welland, meetings have not been held regularly for some time. Now, let’s all do our best to improve our divi- sion and make a record for 1913. If every man will do his part, it will not take long to make the Lake Shore Division practically solid. Whenever a new man lands at a station, grab him, and if he has no card, see to it that he gets in line. If he has a card from another road, get him transferred at once. Cert. 2060. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God has seen fit, in His divine wis- dom, to call from this earth to a brighter land the daughter of our beloved brother, T. H. Well- ani, and Whereas, He has been called up to bear this grief and to walk with her no more in this life; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Division 76, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to him and his bereaved family their deepest sympathy and Digitized by Google

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288 The Railroad Telegrapher. expressions of condolence in their greatest earthly loss; and be it further Resolved , That a copy *of these resolutions be be sent to the bereaved father and family of the deceased, a copy spread on the records of this division, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. R. C. Vose, T. J. Kondelka, F. H. Vasbinder, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Sheboygan, Wis., January 25, 1913. We wish to -extend our heartfelt thanks to the brothers and officials of the Lake Shore Division for their sympathy and aid, and to the many friends, also for the beautiful floral offerings during the sickness and death of our darling daughter. Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Welland. Minnesota Division — C. W. Watson assigned third Jamesvillc, Minn., and E. W. Johonson second Judson. On bulletin: Telegraphers — third, Stockton, Lewiston, Man- kato Jet. and Watertown; second, Rochester, Dodge Center and Canby. Agent and telegrapher — Traverse. Bro. G. J. Enteman, agent at Claremont, is on a three months’ vacation, on the Coast, with his family; relieved by Bro. F. H. Luedke. Bro. G. W. Cotton, at Rainbow, N. Y., is gain- ing back his health. He expects to soon be with us again, and sends his “73” to all. A. Cooper, third Minnesota City, has gone back to the W. U. at Winona. Mr. Regan is on third Lewiston, Telegrapher Braehmer on Sanborn third, and Mr. Ladd, a new man, on Eagle Lake second. Bro. I. V. Furey, at Stockton, was off a few days during the holidays, relieved by Bro. Sud* dendorf, who later opened the new night office at Eagle Lake and is now at New Ulm. He re- cently returned from the C. R. & P. We need more like him. Bro. Ed. Nupert has resigned at Lewiston and gone South. Bro. E. W. O’Connor, second Lewiston, on two weeks’ vacation during the holidays, was relieved by Moulster and Risser, the latter relieving Bro. C. F. Mielkc, agent Meriden, when he went to Canby second, vice C. W. McNuilty. I want to thank the brothers for their responses this month to my requests for news. Be sure and all do what you can each month in this respect. Bro. E. L. Backstrom, former agent Meriden, is now ticket clerk at Rochester. The write-up of the meeting at Mankato, on January 25th, will appear next month. It is now Bros. V. A. Franz, second Marshall, and Siegler, and O. Stock, agent Essig now. The Mason City side wire has been cut through to Tracy, on the old block wire, and the Mason City dispatcher ordered the trains out of Tracy, saving work at Sanborn and Winona. Bro. W. J. Volz is now at Hanlontown, Iowa, on the I. & M. Division. A. Sawyer, a new man, is on third, and R. C. Duncan second Mankato Jet. Lefty Beyers, second St. Peter Jet., on ten days' vacation, was relieved by Telegrapher Risser. Dispatcher Billie Cutler is back on first east end, after a several weeks' trip through the East for his health, relieving D. R. Carrol, first side wire, relieving Telegrapher Graham, who relieved Bro. W. F. Segur, returned to St. Peter Jet. second. A. Walrath, former agent at Traverse, now chief clerk at Watertown. Bro. J. B. Carpenter, while visiting relatives at Winona, New Years, was relieved by Bro. E. J. Dunn. Chas. *Delvin, agent Havana, went to Rochester. Mayo Hospital, to be examined, accompanied by his daughter, Ruth, to undergo an operation for appendicitis. Mr. Devlin is being relieved by Telegrapher Barrows, from Rochester. Bro. A. J. Nelson, of Nicollet, and Bro. H. E. Stellmacher, of Courtland, spent several days in New Ulm recently . Bro. Suddendorf relieved Telegrapher Flowers, third New Ulm, a few days, having trouble with his eyes. Bros. Seigler, W. F. Swanson and R. A. Pfeffer- lee made hurried trips recently to Sleepy Eye, New Ulm and Mankato, respectively. Must be a reason. Bro. C. E. L. Hansen, from the Madison Divi- sion, recently spent five days on this division, organizing, and the number of new buttons in sight speaks volumes for his ability. As a result, the Watertown line is solid and several of the larger stations on the division, where .there arc three telegraphers, are now solid. It only remains for the brothers to make a systematic attack on the remaining nons and get them in line. If one man can get the results that Bro. Hansen achieved in five days alone, what ought we not to achieve in a month, all working together? Bro. Hansen is a very pleasant gentleman to meet, and has a way of bringing the nons over to see his side of the argument that leaves no room for doubt. D. J. M., Div. Cot. Eastern Division — I left the service on Division 76 some years ago, but will always have a fraternal spirit towards the railroad boys, and especially those who carry “up to dates.’’ I appreciate The Telegrapher and always look through the “Fraternal Department*’ for something from the Eastern Division of 76, but for months and months I have been disap* poitned. Boys, you ought to keep in closer touch with each other and write up “what’s doin’ *’ once in a while. Seventy-three, from Cert. 227 . Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 289 Bangor A Aroostook R. R. Southern Division — The entire system is very badly tied up at this writing on account of the engineers’ and fite- men’s strike. A few passenger trains are trying to get over the road, with fair success, but no freights are running at all, and the boys are all , enjoying more or less of a vacation, as there is “nothing doing.” But we all have to ‘‘stick around,” as it were, to 6ell a few tickets, etc., and occasionally get a ”31.” The strike is having a decided influence on the non-members, and four or five have already filled out papers signifying their willingness to get in line and help the good cause along. “In union there is strength.” “United wc stand, divided we fall.” The present trouble proves the first two sayings. G. L. Ilerrick, of Brownsville, spent several weeks visiting his family in Massachusetts. I take this means to thank the two brothers on the Northern Division who sent me some notes, as they did not sign any names. I hope they will come again. Brothers, let us make 1913 a banner year. Get the non working with you or in the next station to you. Keep the good work going, so we go up to 95 or 98 per cent solid, and back up our com- mittee to perfection. Then when the time is ripe we can get something. Bro. Connelley, of “G” tower, spent Sunday at his home in Bangor recently. Mr. Hall has returned after spending a week around his home in Patten. Bro. Cutler, of “WB” dispatching office, was over the division recently, giving the boys the glad hand. Bros. Thorpe and Crocker recently rode the goat in the new Sons of Veterans’ camp. The Sherman board of health had Bro. Robert- son quarantined a short time for diphtheria, which turned out to be nothing of the kind, and be went scot free. Bro. Fai'ilkner goes to Island Falls to gel “bar- bered.” A traveling barber should.be included in the official list as well as auditors and freight ana passenger representatives, so us fellows in the woods can keep “barbered” up and not look like a Rip Van Winkle. J. H. Holden has returned, after an extended vacation. Bro. Crozier has been busy lately getting out ballots for election. His little girl, who has been quite ill, is improving. Hib. A. Scribner goes from Schoodic to Hudson on bulletin, Bro. Greave relieving at Schoodic until bid in. Bro. P. L. Bates, obliged to give up LaGrange agency on account of ill health, has bid in Sandy Point. We hope the salt breezes from the old Atlantic may help him. W. G. Tinker bid in Frankfort agency, vice Bro. Newcomb. Cert. 52. Northern Division — I looked in vain for a few items in the Decem- ber number. Let’s all get together and every man send in some news each month before the twen- tieth and help Bro. Crocker out. Even one item from each man would be greatly appreciated, but, of course, the more the better. Some of the brothers who changed offices re- cently are: F. V. Tapley, Robinson’s to Ashland; A. G. Purdy, St. John to Robinson’s; C. A. Wil- mot, Notre Dame to St. John; D. G. Currie, Washburn to Keegan; C. R. Thistle, Littleton to Washburn; Bro. S. C. Newcomb; Frankfort to Stockholm; G. II. Fairweather, Jcmtlend to Little- ton. It seems the latter is looking for the best rent to put the new “wifey” into. Congratula- tions. VV. E. Abbott, agent Hillman, was recently mar- ried. The next important thing for him to do is to get an “up to date” for himself, with $1,000 insurance for his wife. Some of the nearby brothers get after him. Bros. Raymond and Purdy enjoyed a few' days at their home at Christmas time. Now that the busy season is on again, let us all give the company our best services, as it will help our employers, ourselves and the Order. We hope the vice-president and general manager found everything satisfactory on their recent tonr of in- spection over the road. Get in the nons and have things solid, so when our committee goes to Bangor next time it will be in a position to get what we should have. When the C. P. R. boys went after their new schedule, out of 2,000 men there were only twenty who did not vote to support the committee. No wonder they have the best schedule in the country. “Solid” is the word. The company is a long way from, asleep and knows just what condition we are in. Wishing you all a very prosperous New Year. A Solid One. Northern Division Notes — Bros. McAlister, from New Sweden, and Suth- erland, from Jemtland, have gone to* the Sunny South. Wc commend them to our brethren there. Bro. Davenport, of Fort Kent Village, visited friends in Notre Dame recently. It is now Bros. Wilmot, at Notre Dame, and Gallupe, at St. Luce. The latter, with his wife, visited relatives and friends at Washburn recently. Local Chairman Charles Ridout has resigned to take the agency of the Transcontinental Railway at Ldmundston, N. B. Mr. Trott is relieving at Keegan until bid off. Ludlow agency is also up for bids. Bros. Wilmot, from Ledges, and Purdy, from St. John, were in Fort Kent recently. Mr. Trafton has resigned at Mapelton and gone with the Grand Trunk. Bro. Cookson was over the road recently, call- ing on the boys. We were all very glad to see him, and trust he scooped in the rest of the nons. Digitized by Google

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290 The Railroad Telegrapher. The Southern Division has a good write-up nearly every month, and this division about once a year. Let’s all send in a few notes and be represented every month. “North Ender.” Colorado Midland R. R. First and Second • District — Bro. Collier was off sixty days, relieved by Bro. Coldiron, relieved on second by Bro. Janies, he by Mr. Sullivan. Bro. Cooper bid in Colorado City third. Lots of snow on the hill, some trains getting stuck, running flanger for nearly every train west and some east, and running plows some. Ballots are out for nominating local chairmen for both districts and delegate to the convention. _Jobs are being bulletined now. Business continues very good. Everyone anxious for news but no one sends in any notes. Yours truly, Cert. 51. Texas & Pacific Ry. Louisiana Division — No card, no favors. Let that be our slogan in the future. Now is the golden opportunity for every station agent and telegrapher on the T. & P. to relieve themselves of the yoke of slavery. Get out with the organizer and help him to get in the rest of the nons. If you fail the first trip, go after them again. Don’t wait for the organizer to get them in, but give him every assistance you possibly can. It means dollars and rights to us all. By not being organized we lose the right to bid on the more desirable positions; we lose the overtime that we are justly entitled to when we put in more than ten hours’ work, and when called at any hour during the night, which amounts to much mo/-e at your own station than the cost of a card for a year and $1,000 insurance. You wouldn’t allow your grocery man to give you half measure for your hard-earned cash, then why work overtime for nothing? Get your colors changed promptly, and see that the man working with you, or your neighbor, has the right color, and you will soon be relieved of this state of affairs. Would it not make you feel that you were of a great deal more consequence if you knew that when one of those $125.00 agencies came open, you had a right to bid for it, even if it was awarded to an older man, instead of having some favorite clerk get it. If the trainmaster took a braketnan and put him on one of the nicest passenger trains as con- ductor, he would not make but one trip before a complaint would be filed with the management, which would result in the conductor entitled to that run getting it. Our services are just as im- portant as that of a conductor or engineer to a railroad, and we should all get a new card, put our shoulder to the wheel and get out of the rut Bro. W. B. Harp, agent Napoleon ville, off on a ten days’ hunt, was lelieved by Bro. L. J. Bourdier. Traveling Accountant R. M. Scott has gone to South Mansfield, as agent, relieved by Traveling Accountant B. F. Moore, of the Southern Louisi- ana Division, and he by R. \V. Reordan, assistant auditor, M. K. & T. Remember, “no card, no favors.” Cert. 54. T. C. Division — Let’s try and have a schedule on this system be- fore the end of this year. We can do it if every member will appoint himself an organizer and get in all the boys he knows. I have asked for appli- cation papers and hope to get in about five. Our good brother down in Louisiana is doing good work. I suggest that we have a meeting at Bon- ham. Most all on this division could make it over and back the same day from Whitesboro and Texarkana, attending either a night or day meet- ing, and arrange a plan of organization. If all the members on this division will send me a few notes each month, I will get them into The Telegrapher. Try and get them in on or before the 20th of each month, so as to give me time to prepare and send them in for the next issue. Mr. Pittman, days DeKalb, resigned, relieved by Bro. Smith, and he by Mr. Schuster, from the Rio Grande Division. Mr. Miller, third Clarkesville, off during the holidays, was relieved by Bro. Mayes, and he by Mr. Holland. Mr. Matthews, third Clarkesville. relieved Agent Saye, at Southmayde, a few days during the holi- days. Bro. McDaniel, Detroit days, transferred to sec- ond Paris, relieved by a new man. Bio. Smith, second Honey Grove, worked a few days at "RN," Texarkana; First Trick Dispatcher Cooper laying off, relieved by Mr. Percy, of second, and he by Extra Dispatcher Mr. Grogard. Bro. Smith was relieved by Bro. Haling, from the C. M. & St. P. Mr. Beauchamp, second Honey Grove, was relieved by H. N. Austin, from the American Fruit and Transport Co., New Orleans. Mr. Weems, a new man, who relieved F. A. Wemple, Jr., on third at Bonham, for the holi- days, later relieved Bro. Hodge, at Bells a few days, Mr. Robison relieving Mr. Anderson, at Bells, for the holidays. Telegraphers were very scarce about Christmas time. No men to fill vacancies. All the roads in the State are short of men. If I have erroneously called a man “Mr.” in- stead of “Bro.,” will be very glad to correct it if notified. Telegraphers who work here for three months and refuse to take out a card should be taken from the seniority list and not allowed to bid on jobs covered in a contract. Then we could show the nons that the O. R. T. is some good in spite of all they say about it. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 291 The nons should not be shown any favors, un- less they help us to pay for the increases we get. Brothers, send in some notes for the journal, and remember “No card, no favors.” Cert. i Si. Joint Track Division — You boys who promised me some news for next month, heed me when I ask you for it. as I don’t know all of it and when you don’t tell me what you know we are knocked out of that much. General Secretary-Treasurer Hambright was off a week, relieved by Mr. Weems, from Bonham yard. Bro. and Mrs. Quinn have been visiting home folks at Watauga. Bro. Autrey attended the Red Rose matinee at Ft. Worth recently. If all of our boys looked at things the way Bro. ”BR” does, who carried an up-to-date twenty years ago, things would pick up right away. Send me all the news you can for next month by U. S. mail. Boys, hold your heads up and all pull for one goal. “In union there is strength.” Stand to- gether at the right time always and not give in until our object is accomplished. Remember, “No card, no favors.” Cert. 2694 G. Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburgh Ry. Middle Division — Bro. Miles Teller, Riverside Jet. second to East Sala third on bid. Telegrapher Croker, Bradford third, on vacation, relieved by Bro. Mathews, who also relieved Sister Riordan, Ridgeway second, a few days. Bro. Ford, Bingham third to “WT” tower sec- ond on bid. Bro. Ruddy on “GN” third pending bids. Bro. Caverly, agent Hutchins, on vacation, re- lieved by Relief Agent Bro. Keys, who also re- lieved General Chairman Bro. McGraw during his great bereavement, the loss of his wife. Bro. Bloom, “WT” tower first, off a couple of days sick, was relieved by Telegrapher Murphy. Bro. Gocella is on third there until bids close. We are under obligations to Bro. Fitzgibbons for notes. No more notes, no fhore news. Jack. Illinois Central R. R. Mississipi Division — The Louisiana was the only division having a write-up from the I. C. and Y. & M. V. lines in the January Telegrapher, showing the Interest its members take in one of the strongest divisions on the system. I want to again ask the members of this division to send items by the twentieth of each month to Local Chairman Bro. J. E. Bull, Grenada, Miss. The recent changes furnished me by Bro. Bull are: Water Valley third bid in by Rro. W. R. Hylander. Bro. W. Jones, agent Tillatoba, on ninety days’ vacation, bid in by H. L. Turner, an old charter member of this division, who has been out of the service several years. Bro. J. W. Groves hat returned to Oxford nights, Duck Hill third man having been pulled off. Bro. Greer, Bolivar nights, relieved sixty days by Bro. Steadman on bid. Bro. Gulo bid in Coldwater, later abolished, put- ting him on extra list. Bro. T. D. Moss bid in third Holly Springs, and Bro. E. J. Byrnes the ticket agency permanently. First and second there open now. Bro. H. D. Owen has returned to Davis nights, after several years at other places on the division. Bro. R. E. Hearne resigned Sallis agency, and it was assigned to W. E. May over Bro. Kelly. The general committee is handling the grievance now! Ethel, Miss., agency is again on bulletin, filled by Mr. Isaacson for two months. West Point and Ackerman second and Sardis agency are on bulletin. There being no applicant for relief agency, this position will be filled from extra list temporarily: Mr. Marshall, acting agent at Sardis a few days, was relieved by Bro. W. S. Caldwell, from Vaiden, a regularly assigned man, who should get his $1 per in addition to salary. Bro. Phillips and Bro. Jones, at Durant, have both been on the sick list. The former is back at work. Bro. W. E. Love, Kosciusko days, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Watkins, a new man. Bro. J. A. Ratliff, third Grenada, off a few days “sick,” returned with a bride. Third man pulled off at Coffeeville, Duck Hill, Vaiden, West and Pickins on January 1st. The agent at these places now has to do six hours' telegraphing, which only leaves them three hours to do their station work, according to the hours of service now. Our general committee is still in Chicago, work- ing on a new schedule. I hope every telegrapher on this division sees the importance of staying by that committee and supporting it to the limit; voted the last line and meant it. Yours fraternally. Cert. 326. Cherokec-Omaha Division — Bro. and Mrs. Stoker, Matlock, Iowa, are en- joying a three months’ trip to the Pacific Coast. Bro. Paul, extra, is relieving Bro. Stoker. Bro. Sherill will check back at Cleghom in a few days. Ed Groute has been relieving. The meeting at Fort Dodge, Iowa, on November 23 d, was fairly well attended. Owing to it being held on Saturday night, a number of the brothers could not attend, not being able to get home Sun- day. The boys on the Cherokee Division presented to Bro. F.. W. Hill, former local chairman, a fine sanitary roll-top desk. Bro. Johnson made the presentation and Bro. Hill accepted with a “hur- ray for the boys on the Cherokee Division.” S<*v- Digitized by Google

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292 The Railroad Telegrapher. eral points were discussed at length, the main ones being the parcel post and Sunday work. Meetings on the division will be more frequent in the future, and we want a good attendance, boys. Let us make it our aim to be present, get acquainted and present your grievances. They will be threshed out. The local chairman will notify you by card of the time and place of the next meeting. Be on band. Cert. 998. CARD OF THANKS. Paducah, Ky., February 4, 1913. To Members of Division 93, O. R. T. : Please accept our sincere thanks for kindness and financial aid during the illness and after the death of our husband and father. Mrs. Victor Poynter. Mary Katherine Poynter. Chicago Great Western R. R. Northern Division — Bro. J. E. Lannon, relieving Bro. C. E. Nor- ris, first South St. Paul, has resigned, relieved by J. F. Keyes, relieved on third by Bro. C. H. Kinne, returned from vacation. Bro. E. H. Thompson, agent Eden, while visiting at Stewartvillc with his wife, was relieved by Bro. B. W. Carter of Skyburg agency, relieved by Bro. Knutson, and he by Alvin Peterson nights. Telephones are to be installed on this division next summer. Recently a brother was compelled to secure his own relief and held responsible for his actions. Relief seems an “impossibility,” unless we shoulder the consequences ourselves. General Secretary-Treasurer Norris is now in Dcs Moines with the general committee to confer with division superintendents. All matter sent to me is forwarded for publica- tion, but sometimes mention of prospective mem- bers and nons is eliminated by the editor for good reasons. Continue sending in your items not later than the 20th and we will have a good write-up every month. • Div. Cor. .Southern Division — Bro. J. L. Hartley, agent Maloy, drew Mingo agency, Maloy being bulletined. Bro. E. M. McCarthy, third Parnell, was off two weeks on account of sickness and death of his little son.* Mr. Davenport, who relieved him, was later relieved by Mr. Scarborough and went to Conception, vice Mr. Leach. Bro. McCarthy has had considerable sickness in his family the past year. He has the sympathy of the entire division. I have been informed on good author- ity that there is a student at Sheridan. Bro. Keefauver was off one night at Shops re cently, owing to the illness of his baby, and Bros. Nish and Pope doubled. Later Bro. Pipe wa> off one night sick and Bros. Keefauver and Nish doubled. The boys there claim that Cupid has captured their popular yard master. Mr. Reynolds bid in third Savannah, and Bro. E. N. Byergo, second “RO” Kansas City. We sincerely hope when Bro. Coleman returns from Chicago he will bring the joyful news. The poor rabbits around Conception suffered after that big snow as Bro. King reports a new shotgun. W. E. Travis, third Afton Jet., who filled out his application January 13th, went to Creston to be examined by a doctor for the M. B. D., and returned to Afton on a passenger train that does not stop at the junction, intending to walk there, a distance of four miles, but went the wrong way and was* found the next morning frozen to death a short distance west of Afton. Heart failure or apoplexy is supposed to have been the direct cause of his death as the County Coroner could find nothing that would indicate he had been struck by a train or was the victim of foul play. Mr. Travis, an old ex-member, was at one time secretary and treasurer of Division No. 6. A sober, industrious, jolly good fellow, who would have made a member we could have been proud of. Bro. M. J. Walker from Division No. 77, is now on third at Afton Jet. Sister Van Sandt, second Savannah, report? her father as being very low. W. J. Roland, formerly second trick dispatcher on the south end, is now with the Katy at Smithsville, Tex. No one north of Des Moines seems to be help- ing very much to dust off the rust. Let's hear from you by the 18th or 20th, so we can have a good write-up every month. Many thanks to “VX” at F. B. and “Me” for items this month. Come again and often. Yours fraternally, Afton Jet., Iowa. L. M. Wilson, Div. Cor. Seaboard Air Line Ry. Members S. A. L. System, Division No. 97 — I take this opportunity to thank each member of Division No. 97 for the loyal support he has given me during the year 1912. It has been a pleasure for me to work for your interest during the year; much has been accomplished on this line from an organizing standpoint, closing the year with the largest membership ever gained, so much so our representation to convention at Baltimore, in May, 1913, will be increased. Much more is in store for us if we all pull together. On my various trips over the system, I have been entertained in the homes of our members in many places, and I wish to thank them, for there is nothing that is more appreciated by me than to be entertained in this manned, not on account of the small difference in my expense account (which is paid by the members), but because it shows the true fraternal spirit upon which our organiza- tion is founded and upon which we have got to build I wish to call your attention to my circular of November 1st (mailed with Notice of Dues), and that of December 26. 1912, mailed to last address furnished by you, also one of January 10, 1913. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. • 293 I hope that our members will appreciate what is being done in their behalf and comply with the request of ydur committee, in session at Ports- mouth with the management, negotiating revision of contract — January 20th, for it is gratifying to have your loyal support. Joint meetings held on the system, at which superintendents, trainmasters and chief dispatch- ers are attending, giving the boys a heart-to-heart talk, have been successful and pleasing to the management. They will be kept up and ex- tended to each division at an early date. The superintendents agreeing to relieve as many of our men as possible, having so instructed the various chiefs, your attendance is now up to you. When there has been a tendency to be dilatory, you should get out of the rut and attend, for these meetings have accomplished good for the company and the Order at same time. Soon as you receive notice of meeting, make application for transportation, requesting permit to attend the O. R. T. meeting, same will be granted. These meetings are open — part of the session — and are co-operative. Failure on your part to attend will not be appreciated by your superior officer, so be on hand. What is one night’s sleep compared with that of the good accomplished? All chief dispatchers have promised compliance with our contract, that every vacancy or creation of new positions will be bulletined. If you hear of any such position and have not received copy of bulletin (perhaps lost in transit) apply for copy regardless whether position has been filled or not. Properly date and time your bids keeping copy of same. Division 97 starts the year in fine condi- tion and encouraging to all, showing what per- sonal work will accomplish. Brothers only a few nons left — howr easy they could be secured, if little more ginger was put in your work and determination. Some have co-oper- ated with me faithfully during the past year. Will all join me letting 1913 be the banner year? Don’t satisfy yourself that because a good sched- ule is secured you can afford to relinquish >our efforts and stop there, because the benefits you enjoy to-day, only pave the way to something l»etter. You must remember that the labor union depends upon unionism, it depends upon the unit- ing of laboring people, and the success of any union can only come through continuous organiza- tion. The duty of every union member is to be a missionary. I have always contended that it is up to every telegrapher and agent, enjoying the im- proved working conditions in effect on the Sea- ^ board to pay the tax of his trade. Hope each of you has carefully read my circu- lars, going forth with the determination that there will be no neglect on your part, performing your duty, obeying your obligation, if Mr. Non will not pay the tax of his trade. Be strict, no card, no favor member. Election of officers during the month of Feb- ruary, when you elect your local chairmen, who elect the general chairman and general secretary and treasurer and general committee. Should I be re-elected to fill position now held by me, it will be my pleasure to serve you to best of my ability, letting the work done by me during 1911-12 speak in my behalf, the division being in better shape numerically and financially than ever before. Fraternally, F. O. Cumming, A. G. C. — G. S. & T. Virginia Division — Regular monthly meeting of this division was held Sunday, January 12th, in the Labor Temple at Portsmouth, with its usual large attendance and large number of visitors, among them being Bro. J. C. Schroder, Grand Division Organizer; Brc. J. H. Williams, G. S. & T., of Division 132; Bro. J. K. Wooten, and others from the Virginian Railway (Division 154). This was one of the most important meetings held by us, it being the first meeting held strictly under the ritual and use of the regalias, the work being pretty, so much so that those present from this division expressed themselves, “How much we have missed. ’* All future meetings will be held under the ritual, and it will more than pay cur members to attend, for it is not only instructive in our secret work, but interesting. How the “goat” gets in his work. “Let the good work go forward” is the slogan of the membership, realiz- ing the true definition of fraternalism and un on- ism. Bro. Schrodct delivered an interesting address, dwelling on the work accomplished on the Virginian, also outlining the conditions of the telegraphers in the east. The cost of living in the East being no more than in the West, he reasoned that the telegrapher in the east can secure the same rates of pay, or as good as those employed in the west, if they will appreciate what organization means, and loyalty to the Order and their committees, for “in union there is strength.” Every telegrapher has a duty to per- form; let him wake up and perform it, securing better rates of pay, conditions, ^ etc. Bro. Williams assisted in the secret work, and spoke in his usual manner of the good things in store for Abe loyal members, who support their committees. His address was much appreciated. Our only regret was that Bro. Williams having to catch the 8:15 p. m. train, had to leave before the best was over, but it is hoped he will be present at the next meeting, when he will be able to remain with us longer, for we are always glad to have visiting brothers with us, and hear of the good things being secured on other divi- sions. Bro. Benn called the attention of the members to the meeting of the general committee with the management in Portsmouth on January 20th. when negotiations would begin for a revision of the present contract, and asked the membership of the division and of the system at large to ren- der its loyal support to the committee, as the committee at all times is working for their vital interest. Bro. Cumming explained the Bonding Bill, which is now up before the North Carolina Le:4 Digitized by Google

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294 The Railroad Telegrapher. islature and its protection for all railroad men who have to give bonds to their employers. While this bill gives protection to the innocent man whose bond is ofttinies canceled without notice, and no reason assigned, it does not place any hardship nor loss on the railroad company. Therefore it is hoped that the bill will become a law in this State, the same as in Georgia. The men are entitled to this protection so thrt the innocent should no^ be made to suffer for some piece of spite work or report made to t c bond- ing company. Protect the innocent, as the guilty will not care to ask why his bond is canceled. It is our sincere wish that our brothers on the Virginian will secure a good contract for its mem- bership on that line, for which they have heen working faithfully for some time, and are now waiting for a date to be named by the mannge- ment. The percentage is large and they know that concessions must come through the Order, that has done so much for the poorly underpaid telegrapher. We have a few nons left on the Seaboard who should wake up, be men and stop grabbing and holding onto what is secured for them through the payment of our hard-earned cash, and pay the tax of their trade. Every member gained makes the Order that much stronger. Stop the hard luck yarns, many of them make enough overtime every month to pay the cost of a card. Had it not been for the grand old Order and its loyal members, conditions would to-day be far different. The older telegrapher can enlighten them about conditions the younger men know nothing about, in regard to the long hours, no overtime, etc. Wake up, be men, be true and loyal to the Order that gives the protection which means so much to your loved ones. God has allotted a time for all men to leave this world. The man who loves his family will manifest this love by paying the tax of his trade and render unto the O. R. T. what justly belongs to it. In doing this you will not leave your loved ones penniless. Div. Cob. Ulster & Delaware R. R. Agents Bro. Potter and Smith, away a few days, were both relieved by Mr. Falk, and Agent Elmen- dorf, and Lafferty, by Mr. Bishop. Bro. Mooney was relieved, owing to his sister’s death, by Bro. Roosa. The big cut for the new line ic com- pleted- and trains will probably be running over it by April ist. Bro. Burroughs, of Bloomville, relieved Mr. Thomson, of Hobart, on tw'o weeks’ vacation. One of the small class of nons with us who can see no good in the O. R. T. Let us strive to induce those to join who will be a credit to our organiza- tion and leave the others to themselves to fight their own grievances. It’s encouraging to nave such young men join as our new brothers Cartman, of Roxbury, and Bur- roughs, of Bloomville. We should have the others lined up by spring. ‘‘P. O.” Duluth, South Shore 6. Atlantic Ry. Western Division — Freight business is good over entire road, requir- ing a number of extras. The recent meeting at Houghton, was well attended and very successful. Being so near the end of the month however prevented some of the boys getting there. Bro. A. L. Adams is back on second Xestoria after a spell of sickness. Bro. Rivette formerly on second Bibori, has returned after a short “booming” trip. A freight and ticket agency was established at Gurney, Wis., January ad, with L. V. Phelps as agent. Bro. Eaton, from Hancock Yard, bid in Superior, and Bro. Gran returned to Iron River. Bro. McCarty is back again after a couple of weeks’ vacation at hi9 home in Arkansas. Div. Co*. Mineral Range R. R. Division — O. C. Curtiss, of Mohawk, relieved H. Hcik- kila at Kearsarge, who was transferred to St. Ignace nights. Agent J. M. Judge, of Mills, resigned, relieved by Bro. E. B. Bakken, from the C. & N. W. Bro. F. Bastian, of Mass, goes to Calumet nights, vice W. E. Hochner, a new man, who takes the former. Bros. E. N. Olsqn and J. D. Porter are candi- dates for local chairman of this division. Bro. Lansbuiy is now at Keweenaw Bay. Ex- Bro. F. J. Daley, a new man off the G. T. P., is at Hancock Yard, vice Bro. J. C. Eaton, who bid in Superior West End. Cert. 42. "Soo Line” Ry. The circular recently sent out by the committee offering a commission of $2.00 for each new mem- ber, brought in six applications, five from west of the Twin Cities and one from the southern District of the Chicago Division. The brothers on the Northern District of the Chicago Division should get busy, as they have a larger field to work than any other on the system. Those nons can be gotten if you will only work on them. They know they should be one of us, but want a little showing. The new schedule which took effect December ist, has been distributed, and is giving satis- faction to all but the nons, who have no voice in the matter. They simply desire to reap the benefits at the expense of the good brothers. If it was not for the loyal ones w-e would have no schedule at all and we very well know what that would mean. IN MEMORIAM. Whekfas, It has seemed well to Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to take unto Himself our beloved brother, M. A. Wittman, and Whereas, In full realization of the great loss, we feel unable to find words to express and con- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 295 sole the family, but point them to Almighty God, our creator, and ever-ready Comforter; therefore, be it Resolved, That we, his brothers and co-workers, cf Division 119, bow in humble submission to the power over which we have no control, and extend to the bereaved widow and relatives our heartfelt sympathy, and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved widow, to The Telegrapher, and a copy spread on the minutes of Division 119. E. E. Clemons, N. J. Frost, M. R. Miller, • Committee. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to extend our sincere tuanks and appre- ciation to the brothers of Division it*? for the beautiful floral offering, and especially Bro. E. E. Clemons, for his kind words of sympathy in our sad bereavement, in the death of our beloved hus- band and father. Mrs. M. A. Wittman and Children. Bro. Wittman, of Byron, Wis., was an old timer there, beloved by all who come in contact with him. He will be missed around that little village as well as at his own home and office. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved widow, Sister- Witt- man. Cert. 94- Chicago Division, First and Second Districts — Clark, first Kolze, resigned to go switching, relieved by Frank Holsten, assigned, no bids. It is now “Bro.” V. B. Wells on third Kolze. Bros. Loek and Wells wish to thank the committee for reduction of hours from nine to eight at Kolze. Bro. J. M. Underwood relieved W. Riddehough, second Grays Lake, on vacation. Bro. A. D. Hartley, third Lake Villa, has resigned to lead the simple life at Dexter, Iowa. He visited at Silver Lake recently, hnd Bro. “Shorty” Neihouse at Grays Lake and Chicago. It is new “Bro.” A. R. Lund, third, which makes Lake Villa solid. Bro. A. E. Morberg, formerly of Silver Lake and Camp Lake, is now with the U. P. in Idaho. Bro. A. N. Theisen bid in second Rugby Jet.', relieved on third by Bro. J. M. Underwood, and he by Reifler. Bro. C. L. Larsen bid in third Rugby Jet., relieving Reifler, resigned, relieved on tlaird VV'aukesha by Bro. George Wright on bid, who relieved Bro. L. G. Althaus, third shops yard, while off a few days. E. Eckert, who bid in third Byron, was relieved on third South Oskosh by P. J. Webber. Bro. Wm. P. Walsh, agent Valders, off a few days, was relieved by L. L. Webster, and J. McGillis, third Fremont, resigned to go on C. P. R. West, was relieved by Bro. John W. Wilson, who was at Stockton agency until bid in by Bro. C. E. Lawyer. Bro. Wilson also relieved ex- Bro. H. L. Lepenski, second Stockton, on his honeymoon. W. H. Steiner bid in first Manitowoc, second there was recently opened by A. W. Bisscll pend- ing bulletin. Bros. Loek, Meyer, Lund, Satterfield, Chap- man and Wilson sent in items this month. Let's hear from more of the brothers next month. Jack Frost, Div. Cor. Minnesota Division — Bro. C. W. Spurzem is back at Camden Place after a few months’ vacation. Bro. Moe is on the new night job at Hamel. L. S. Mertz, a new man off the C. & N. W., is on Watkins second, vice Bro. J. P. Wisner, now on third Brooten. Bro. E. J. Earnest has resigned at Belgrade, and engaged in the confectionery and restaurant business at Paynesville. Bro. H. W. Teichi after a few weeks’ relieving at “GO” office, is back at Glenwood. Bro. H. H. Haug, Barrett, resigned, relieved by Bro. F. N. Marshall from Rogers, N. D. agency. Bro. O. A. Moengen was recently checked in as agent at McLeod. Bro. J. E. Son, at Kensal, called home to Missouri, owing to the illness of his brother, was relieved by Bro. C. M. Evjen, second Elbow Lake. Bro. I. C. Strout is at Minot after several months’ sight-seeing along the Pacific Coast. Bro. R. I. Hall has resigned and gone to the Great Northern. I desire to again appeal to the brothers of the districts on this division to furnish me informa- tion for a monthly write-up. We can have one if you will send me the new’s. Cert. 1 24. Duluth Superior Division — The general committee has closed negotiations with the management and secured the revisement of some of the rules which will be a nice help to all concerned, also got a nice raise in pay for all except a few offices. Some of the nons are beginning to “holler,” because they were not remembered by the committee. They will have to join and do their share if they expect us to do anything for them. Recent new members are: W. A. Aasve, second Clearbrook; B. H. Donald, agent Gully; C. L. Soper, agent Leonard, and L. C. Shutters, agent Palisade, and they are still coming. We have only a few more nons to get and this will then be the banner division on the Soo Line. Agent G. O. Preston, at Oklee, will soon quit railroading and move to his farm. Cuyuna agency has been transferred to Bro. J. B. Firminhac, Moose Lake agency to Geo. W. Hunt, and Bain, a new station opened January 13th, with John G. Mercy as agent. Bro. R. B. Mitchell is on first Moose Lake, H. E. Duffy, second, and Sam Jones, from Remer, third. Duffy, the only non there, takes the $2.50 raise with a smile and is looking for more. Bro. L. Johnson is on second Stinson Avenue tower, Hughes going back to Superior side table. Bro. J. H. Packard is on a three months’ leave. Cert. 74. Di- ized by u.ooQle

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296 The Railroad Telegrapher. L. E. & W. R. R. I. and M. C. ‘Division — Any telegrapher after reading the report of the Grand officers in the January Telegrapher, show- ing the progress made and betterments obtained in the United States, Canada and Mexico, in the year 1912, who cont nucs to stay out of the Order is not fit to associate with, and the trainmen will not grant them any favors when they know them. One of them never gave a dollar to help defray the expenses of the committee, although every telegrapher and telephoner on the system was requested to donate his first month’s increase. Some of the members have also failed to con- tribute their first month’s increase and some are now delinquent. Further betterments in working conditions and increases in salary can not be secured by adopting such tactics, but if every one does his duty wc can get what other roads are paying in this section. If the telegraphers, telephoners and station agents will get in line 95 per cent strong, the committee can do some- thing for us when it goes up in the spring. Boys, now is the time to come out, and do your part so as to encourage the committee. Bro. Stark, on his bridal tour, is being relieved by Mr. Connors. Bro. Cox visited his mother and sister at Fishers recently. Bro. Twitti^o, off sick for a month, was relieved by Mr. Kennedy, from the P. R. R., and later by Mr. Eades. Bro. Dorsey was a recent Sunday visitor at Sharpsville. Cert. 101. Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Ry. Chicago Terminal and Illinois Division — New members secured December were: H. S. Alee, E. P. Chouinard, E. Gwartney, A. C. Stage. J. L. Sumner, J. E. Chapman, I. E. Diefendorf, B. V,. Funk, G. l’carson, E. E. Carmichael and W. E. Greene. We hope to double this number before the last of the month, which will make the Illinois Division solid with a few exceptions. A new continuous office was opened in the new “MC” tower at Joliet, October 20th, with Schillig, Pearson and Greene in charge. We are all welcoming the return of H. A. Thayer to first trick dispatcher at Rock Island. Bro. H. W. Parent, from. Division 33, is on third at Union Station, Joliet, vice Bro. Bee gone to Seattle, Wash. Bro. Elmo Marshall, third Rockdale, was on the sick list three weeks, relieved by H. B. Mc- Millan, from the C. B. & Q. The Cort Club dance at Chicago, Decem- ber 18, was a grand success and the brothers living close to Chicago certainly missed a grand time by not attending. The music was the best and as fine a crowd as ever entered a ballroom. Bro. H. L. Y’oss has returned to first Silvis, after 90 days’ leave. Bro. E. M. Marshall, third Rockdale, who bid in second Silvis, on sick li^t. and Bro. R. P. Davidson, from Nebraska Division, bid it in. Bros. J. W. Nolan and Donahue have returned . to second and Hurd Morris, after two weeks* vacation, relieved by W. C. Brown, resigned. The "solid” O. R. T.. emblem can now be hung in almost every office on the Illinois Division, and I want to thank every brother on my d vision who assisted me in the general cleaning up this division received. Let’s team together and make it xoo-strong, only five more, and 1 have almost that many promises. Drop me a line for the list and then do the "get-after-him” stunt. Don’t let up. Don't forget the new rate for joining effec- tive January 1st. * Bro. Krueger, agent DePue, is on the sick list, relieved Ity W. R. McKeen, who has been relieving T. Timmins, agent Seneca, returned to duty. Both these men should be carrying up-to- * dates. ’ Carbon Cliff has been changed back from a c<n- tinuous to a day office, with Bro. O’Donnell * charge; “MC” tower Joliet has been made an all- night office, with Bro. W. E. Greene in charge, and Bro. G. W. Pearson, second, has been assigned to second DePue, since the former closed as contin- uous offices. II. A. Thayer, who was made a dispatcher on this division, has returned from the west, and now first trick dispatcher on Illinois Division (main line). We all welcome Harry back. Unless you have seen fit to retain me as your local chairman, you now have a chance for a new one and also elect a delegate and alternate to the grand division meeting at Baltimore in May. Local Chainnan Bro. Wagoner has been off a few days fighting the “grippe,” as well. as the 110ns. C. D. W., Cert. 309. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God, in His infinite wisdom, has seen fit to take home the beloved father of our worthy Bro. A. H. Sheets, therefore, in manifes- tation of our sorrow and fraternal sympathy for the bereaved brother, be it Resolved, By the members of Division No. 126, that we extend the sorrow-stricken brother and relatives our sincere and heartfelt sympathy • in their sad bereavement, and be is further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. M. L. Logan, C. R. Varnes. C. Fleish, L. C., Committee. /oil’d Dit ision — Bro. F. R. Kuhns, is hereby appointed corre- spondent for this division. You will always find him at Iowa City, la. Brothers, furnish him with the notes and he will do the rest. Remember he can not do it all. Bro. Edwards certainly made a house-cleaning on this division recently. e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 297 West Liberty is now equipped with a trainmas- ter and also dispatcher's office. Geo. F. McKin- ley, trainmaster, with E. W. Stuart, first; W. H. Stillwell, second, and R. E. McGowan, third trick dispatchers. With a line-up like this trains have got to run. We also have day and night yard- masters. The agent appointed day yardmaster in addition to the agency stunt. Iowa City is now the end and starting of the east and middle divi- sions, with Bros. Leimback, Bolsbaugh and H. H. Hilfinger telegraphers. Bro. Kuhns, ticket agent, and Bro. Martin holding down the B. C. R. part of it. It is now Bros. Flynn at Downey, Dougan at Wilton, Taylor at Moscow', Coffin at Homestead and O’Brien at Oxford. The brothers who lined up at Newton, looks good to me. Brothers, get after the few nons left, and land them. Don’t let one escape. Don’t forget your chief dispatcher is always willing to give you a pass to come out to the meetings and will do all he can to let you go. In return let us all do all we can to help keep things moving. Don’t make the dispatcher call you unnecessarily. He is busy and never calls except when he needs you bad. We have a good lot of men on the whole division and that is the record we want to keep. Boys, pay up your back dues. It is so much harder to pay back dues than to keep paid up. Don’t let that non point you out as a back- slider. You west end boys can see a good write-up, if you will send Bro. Kuhns your notes. C. E. Ramsey, L. C. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her home, the beloved wife of our Bro. Geo. H. Meier, in manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Division No. 1^6, C. R. I. & P., of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers of the Iowa Division, extend to the bereaved family their sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of this division and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. E. W. Stuart, F. R. Kuhns. J. R. Gilby, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his home, the beloved father of Bro. F. C. White- head, in manifestation of our sincere grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Division n6 of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the be- reaved family their sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. C. E. Ramsey, Chas. Lantz. M. J. Doyle, Committee. H'est Iowa Division — T. H. O’Brien, roadmastcr for this divisioq, got a bride and the $100.00 prize for having the’ best kept division for a Christmas present. D. O’Leary, section foreman Anita, won the $50.00 prize for the best kept section. G. S. & T. Edwards was over the division recently on his way to Omaha. Pay your dues and don’t let the non rest until he is lined up. It is now Bros. Peasley and Kennedy at Stuart. Bro. O. Hubbel, “MU” Omaha, visited his par- ents and Bro. C. Hubbel at Dexter over Sunday recently. ; «1 Bro. E. H. Pardieck, third Anita was a recent Sunday Earlham visitor, and Bro. H. E. Boatright, agent Anita, a recent Stuart visitor. Bro. L. J. Fowler and son, recently visited relatives i:*. Atlantic. Bro. Stone was relieved a few days while attend- ing the funeral of his infant daughter by Bro. H. E. Thomas, of the I. C., from Iowa Falls. Bro. A. W. Callahan, now with the Milwaukee at Manilla, Iowa, visited several days with Bro. and Mrs. H. M. Hanson, and the latter and their daughter spent the holidays in Audubon with friends. Bro. H. D. Reed, agent Shelby, while laid up with the grippe, was relieved by Bro. E. L. Heath- man, and he by Bro. C. C. Burgess. Bro. M. E Wallace, second Atlantic, was off recently attending the wedding of his friend Mr. Parker. I 1 Bro. Ray Carroll, third Casey, was relieved several days while moving, by H. E. Thomas. Bro. James O. Budd, who relieved Bro. H. S. Boyce a while at third Valley Jet., is now at Brooklyn. Bro. J. Shipley has been reinstated and bid in Underwood agency, vice Mr. Tallman. Ero. C. Burgtss relieved the agent at Bonne- ville, while on the sick list. Brother agents be sure and leave a netc in the windows so the conductors will know where to look for you if they get hung up for some train. You get 50 cents for every call and get paid fot every hour you work overtime. If you don’t, it’s your own fault. We have worked hard for our schedule, sec that it is lived up to in every respect Conductors are not paid for taking orders and should not be allowed to do so. Bros. H. M. Hanson and A. F. Anderson, as- sisted with this write-up. Boys, send me all the news you can to reach me by the aoth of the month. L. E. H.. Cert. 144Q. Digitized by Google

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298 Thf. Railroad Telegrapher. Des Moines, Valley Division — We have had a great revival on our division resulting in the following additions to our mem- bership. H. L. White, S. S. Murphy, F. L. Joy, C. Thompson, R. Robinson, J. R. Rutherford, C. Robinson, L. A. Bickford, C. E. Gerhart, E. E. Blythen and J. A. Moore, all initiated in Decem- ber. We now can boast of as good a member- ship as any division on the system. Please note the raise in initiation fees and think twice before allowing yourself to get behind in your dues. Bro. Wing, agent Eddyville, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Hunter, transferred from the M. & St. L. Bro. Bell, agent Mt. Zion, is down with scarlet fever, relieved by Bro. Snyder. We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. Spangler, agent West Chester, was off a week, owing to the serious illness of his mother, relieved by Bro. Snyder. Bro. Blythen is on the sick list, relieved by Mr. Chesney, agent Atwood. Some time ago our superintendent issued a cir- cular instructing us all to report at the end of each month stating the exact hours of service pe formed each day. He has been obliged to issue two more circulars calling attendion to this very simple report. O. R. T. men, especially, give our officials the best there is in us. It will make it all the easier for us to get our just dues. Please pay up this month without fail and ascer- tain how our next-door brother stands. If in arrears, urge him to pay up. Help your chairman; he has troubles of his own, too. Be a spoke in the progressive wheel and help mend the broken ones. Mail me all the items you can by the 20th so wc can have a write-up in our journal every month. None of you sent me a word this month. F. A. Forche, L. C. St. Louis DiiHsion — It is now Bro. S. J. Coleman at Carrie Ave., St. Louis, and wc are mighty glad to have Sam with us, making that end of the line solid, and only two old-timers still out. Bro. W. -C. Hall, off a few days visiting his lady at Stover, was relieved by W. M. Coyne, from the Wabash. Bro. W. M. Anderson, Union second, bid in Leeton. W. M. Coyne is on third Union, pend n bulletin. Bro. R. E. Bartram. is relieving on second Wind- sor, Bro. S. P. Ayres bidding in Versailles agency, Geo. A. Morgan off for 90 days. Bro. E. C. Lloyd returned to Leslie after sev- eral weeks’ with home folks and friends in the Fast, relieved by O. C. Dunn. Sister Mary Carroll relieved at Owensville nights, relieved Bro. H. R. Son, Belle second, owing to the serious sickness of his brother at Eldon, who is not expected to live. Bro. L. D. Lallue, second Argyle, starts the new year with an up-to-date. Bro. P. M. Adams relieving A. J. Rodgers at Greenw'ood, off sick, was relieved at Versailles nights by N. O. Ramball. Bro. E. J. Dolirman, Centaur, bid in Greenwood agency. Bro. Chas. Allen is at “DO” Eldon days tem- porarily, owing to sickness in his family. Bro. H. S. Bolandcr, w'ho bid in Henley nights, relieved at Eldon few days while Bro. C. E. Connors was off to get married. He also relieved a few days on second Windsor. Bro. R. H. James, third Belle, says the **Pos- sum Post” is something fierce, as he ttansfers mail from No. 27 to No. 28 there, which makes him step around something awful. Bro. A. H. Langhorst was assigned Bowen agency, no bids being received. Bro. J. M. and Sister Dean ate back “VA” Vale, after an extended visit out west with home folks, relieving Sister Brida Carroll, who went to Raytown nights, with her sister Elizabeth on first. No wonder the boys answer “RN” so promptly. Bro. I. Millican has accepted a position travel- ing for an extract company, relieved at Leeton by H. A. Schroder. There have been a few more changes but am unable to keep track of them all. Pay your dues boys, and let’s have fifteen dele- gates at the Baltimore convention this year for old. 1 26. A. G. D., Cert. 1288. Missouri Division— I want to use this means of thanking your for the grand support you have given me to line up this division and put it among, if not the best, on the Rock Island. Now don’t stop until we have gained the high-water mark, and made her solid. Don’t forget that the election of a local chair- man is at hand. Get a good man and g've him the best you have. If you hear of a new member on your territory or anywhere ask him if he is O. K. and get his name and send it tt> your local chairman, so he can keep these men in line. Don’t forget this, and do all you can for improve- ments. If I am re-elcctcd as your local chair- man, I will do the best I can to make good things come true. But if you have another man in sight I will give the best support possible. Yours fraternally, F. E. Abernathy. Missouri Division Xofcs — A number of the members of the O. R. T. of the Burlington and Rock Island systems met Sat- urday evening at the I. O. O. F. Hall and organ- ized The Cameron O. R. T. Club. The meeting was conducted by General Chairman Brown, and General Secretary and Treasurer Edwards, of the Rock Island. About thirty were present, and sev- eral interesting talks were made by Bros. Brown. Edw-ards and others from each line, and it was decided to hold a meeting once a month. The fol- lowing brothers elected: President, Homer Boyd, Cameron Jet, Mo.; Past President, A. K. Windsor. Grayson, Mo; Vice-President, Bro. W. H. Plum, Edgerton, Mo., C. R. I. & P. : Vice-President. W. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 299 H. Wilbot. Latbrop, Mo., and Secretary and Treas- urer, C. A. Shockey, Cameron Jet., Mo., the two latter from the Burlington. After the business meeting, all went to the Buckles cafe and were served with an elaborate luncheon. Bro. F. H. Strong, Winston, Mo., is an example worthy of emulation. He walked seven miles from Altamont to catch No. if and attend the meeting at Cameron Jet. 1 f we all showed this kind of a spirit the O. R. T. would soon be the greatest organization in the country. Bro. Plum, Edgcrton Jet., is the live wire on the west end, and has done some great work. We appreciate this. Keep it up. Bro. H. H. Powers is relieving Johnson at St. Joe yard. Bro. Dean at Gallation had the misfortune to have cne of his toes mashed while unloading freight. Bro. W. T. Barnett, of Letts, is at Colfax, la., taking treatment, relieved by Bailey. Bro. C* E. Belding is now agent at Fruitland, after relieving Bro. McNew, agent Fairfield, for ninety days. Bro. J. A. Irwin, of JtHnesport, bid in Wallace agency. Bro. Harvey Collins is working on third Bev- erley pending bulletin. Bro. I. S. Jones, relieving Bro. Orcutt at Amity, owing to the death of his father. Bro. Brewer, Trenton relay, was out scouting recently, probably thinking of baseball. If so, call on the bunch at Columbus Jet. We arc authority on that line. We are glad to note the glad hand everyone gives the other while working with him. Some days you may be a little blue but don't let the other fellow know it, but try and see how nice you can get along with the man at the other end of the wire. A little “GM” or “TNX” will work won- ders; try it Bro. “Bill” Rush, formerly at Trenton is now at Fort Worth. We hated to lose our old friend, but luck follows all good men, and he’s having it. Bro. Cox relieved O. G. Edwards, Culver tower, while on a trip down south. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom has called to His fatherly home, the beloved father of Bro. Orcutt, at Amity, Mo., whereby the family has lost a loving husband and Bro. Orcutt a lov- ing and kind father; therefore be it Resolved, That we send our heartfelt sympathy to Bro. Orcutt and family in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication and a copy he spread on the minutes. F. E. Abernathy, B. C. Wells J. F. Stewart, Committee. Kansas Division — Everybody was on the firing line during the month of December and the result was practically a solid line-up for the Kansas Division. Only three or four nons remaining and some of them ineligible. “KI” Topeka, is now solid with the exception of the wire chiefs and “One Ekel,” the latter has been the recipient of a higher rate of increase than any other telegrapher in the office and has no excuse to offer for not coming in and bearing his part of the burden as a man shold. Bro. R. E. Stokes, agent at Cullison and Min- • eola for the past five years, is now at Herringto*1 relay. Some class to the aKnsas Division relay opera- tors Bro. Carver, of ‘'KI” Topeka, and Bro. Ford, of “RI” Herrington, our only entrants to the K. C. tournament, carried off first honors in the “hand sending” and “bug sending” respectively. Bro. O’Grady! of “KI”’ Topeka, has returned from three weeks' visit with the home folks at Dawson, Neb. Bro. Edwards, our genial G. S. & T., has been doing yoetnan service among the nons in this vicinity the past thirty days. Understand Bro. “Billy” had to borrow an extra suitcase to carry his applications to K. C. Bro. Madison, extra at “KI” Topeka during the holiday lay-offs, handed in his application the last day he worked. It is such men as he that make the O. R. T. what it is today, and we all hope to see Bro. Madison with us regularly. Bro. Varnes, of Horton, got a brand new wife Christmas. Congratulations. Bro. Ed King, of Horton, is taking a vacation. Bro Nelson, from Wichita, bid in third McFar- land. Bro. O. E. Bonecutter has been appointed agent at Herrington, glad to sec one of our good brothers get the position. Bro. Barth, first Clay Center, spent Christmas holidays at Highlands, Kan., with relatives. Div. Cor. Oklahoma Division — Superintendent John McGie, sick for nearly a month, died January 24th. In Mr. McGie the telegraphers lost a strong, consistent friend, who attended our meetings and showed great friendship for us individually and as an organization. He ha9 steadily upheld the schedule and done every- thing in his power to promote mutual good rela- tions between the officials and the men. His word was always as good as a Government bond. The loss to the division is irreparable, and our united sympathy is with his bereaved family. A beautiful floral offering, “Gates Ajar,” suitably inscribed by the telegraphers was the most beautiful offer- ing at the funeral. Bro. Fred Pittman, of Wau- rika attended. As the funeral of the little daughter of our esteemed Bro. Varney, agent of Enid, was held in Iowa at his old home, it was impossible for any representation from this division. A resolution of Digitized by Google

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300 The Railroad Telegrapher. sympathy was prepared and forwarded to Bro. Varney at the January meeting. The meeting held at El Reno, January 25th. was extremely well attended. General Chairman Brown gave us a very interesting talk. Bro. Brown’s ideas of what we need and how to go about getting them and his every-ready assistance in straightening out any little difficulties are a source of pride to the #entire membership. Bro. C. A. Armstrong, of Oklahoma City, Bro. Adams, agent Yukon, from the Panhandle Divi- sion; Bros. Howell and Murphy, of Rush Springs, and Bros. Peacher and Rex, Snodgrass, were also among those who attended the meetings. The latter two, “rode the goat.’’ Bro. Dusch, of Renfrow, bid in Comanche. Bro. Pat Connor is now with the W. U. at Okla- homa City. Bro. Humphrey, who relieved Bro. Dusch a few days at Renfrow, was later relieved by Bro. Pierce, pending assignment of the station on bulletin. Bro. Reed, of Minco, was off while moving his family from Wichita. Bro. Matthews, after relieving Bro. Wiggins at Winnekah, went to Minco and brought his wife back to Chickasha. Boys, if you think your local chairman is entitled to it, please be sure and vote for him for representative to the convention at Baltimore. Your support is necessary and will be greatly appreciated. If anything happens on the division, please let the local chairman know it. No local news can be printed if not furnished. We will get out some blanks in the near future for bidding on vacancies, for change of address, for notification of payment of dues to the G. S. & T., and for general information. It will be of the greatest possible assistance to me if each brother will use the proper blanks and send to the local chairman when needed and it will be a matter of keeping the local organization systema- tized. We will figure out the blanks and mimeo- graph off enough to give the membership an idea of what we want and would like to hear sug- gestions relative to the improvement of the system. In closing, I merely wish to emphasize what 1 have always said: “No card, no favor.” C. H. Meador. IN MEMORIAM. To Bro. Varney and Family: The members of Division No. 126, of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to you their heartfelt sympathy in the death of your be- loved daughter Josephine; that she will not pass through this life with all its snares and pitfalls, but was taken in her purity should be a com- forting thought to you who loved and cr.red for her so well, while brightening vour lives with the few short years she lived. May God in goodness and tender mercy sus- tain and help you in this trying hour. C. C. Snodgrass, P. L. Peacher, J. R. Melbourne, Committee. Panhandle Division — This division is getting in better shape every day, and it begins to look like 100 per cent. East Yard is now solid. Bro. C. O. Stone, on first, and Bro. Martin, on third, who was off a few days sick recently. Understand he is an authority on silos. Bro. Wilday bid in second there, reliev- ing G. E. Stone, assigned first Oklahoma City, Mr. Dean going to the Frisco. We hope Miss Blalock will line up and make Oklahoma City solid also. Yukon is now solid, Glotfeter on first, Jones second, and Burgess, third. It is now Bro. Nugent at Elk City. Bro. W. T. Wann, of second there, has returned after an extended trip East, including Baltimore, Md. R. B. Brown, third Geary, relieved Bro. Wilday at Elk City pending bulletin. Bro. Clyde Friend has returned to first Sayre, after three weeks’ vacation, spent with relatives in Kansas and Missouri. Bro. B. H. Taylor made a visit to his old home at Perry, relieved by Mrs. Taylor. Bro. Wm. Iesenbctter, agent Homestead, off a few days to Oklahoma City, was relieved by F. G. Dye. ' Bro. If. A. Sidman was off a few days attending court. Have been doing relief work at Harrah, Okla- homa City, Canute, Sayre and Geary the past month and am indebted to the brothers at these places for many favors. It makes a difference wfhen you have the credentials. The Panhandle Division should be better repre- sented at the monthly meetings at El Reno. Bro. Campbell, second Geary, visited with Bro. Nichols, at Greenfield, Sunday, January 12th, who had been laid up with the grippe for two weeks. Bro. J. J. Nichols has been our chairman for the past two years, and by hard and persistent work, with never flagging loyalty and enthusiasm, has increased the membership from only eight to nearly fifty members. Our grievances have received prompt and careful attention. I believe in hand- ing bouquets to the living, so here’s to Nick. We have neglected this department tor the past two months, but hope to get something in each issue hereafter. Send in your items before the 20th. C. iH. Armstrong, Geary, Okla. Xebraska Division — Owing to the scarcity of telegraphers it has been impossible for many of the boys to lay off. Bro. Davis, second Belleville, off a few days owing to the sickness of his mother, was relieved by Mr. Kott, who later relieved Bro. Cook at Phillipsburg, on a short vacation. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 301 Bro. Pryor, of Mahaska traded positions with Bro. Gray, of Thompson, when the former agent at Thompson was married. Congratulations. Bro. Davis has certainly been doing some good work, making the division solid west of Fairburg, except Mr. Crosbie and Mr. Gaylor, at Smith Center. Among those recently secured were: O. L. Morris, Munden; G. A. Shaw and H. E. Lyman,' Belleville; Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Parks, Otego; C. H. Eaton, Gretna, and C. F. McNulty, Montrose. Mr. Crosbie is one of the oldest agents on the division enjoying the protection of the O. R. T., and neither he nor Mr. Gaylor has any excuse to offer for not joining. Bro. R. W. Scott, a new man, is on second 1 Rydal. Bro. Toole, from Mankato, is relieving Bro. Lowry, at Scandia, on vacation in Illinois. Bro. Shaw, ticket agent and operator, of Belle- ville, is doing great work securing passenger busi- ness to the south and southwest. Bro.- Dennie Wollen goes back to Mankato first, relieved in “F” by Bro. Graham, who has been braking. Positions are now being bulletined according to our schedule, for the first time since last August. Have no notes or news from the north end or Horton Line. Some brother be kind enough to mail the changes and all other news from these ends by the 10th of each month, to H. H. Rollin, Box 315, Belleville, Kansas. Bro. Ford, agent and operator Bellaire, called to Belleville on January 14th for investigation in regard to handling train orders, was at first refused a representative, but the officials were later convinced that the O. R. T. should be repre- sented as the other branches. Whenever a teleg- rapher is called in for investigation he has a right to be represented. Bear this in mind if you are ever called up for investigation and insist on having a representative. Div. Con. Colorado Division — Brothers: #Are you doing all you can to make your division solid, or are you simply paying your dues and expecting others to look after your interests for you? W^ke up and make your O. R. T. money earn all it possibly can. We have only five nops on the division now. They ought to b< easy to get. If you are working with one, make a union man out of him. How would you like to enjoy a ten-day lay-off each year with full pay? You can have it if you will work for it. We are now in the best condi- tion we were ever in, and witlg a little personal work by every one we will soon be solid. Remember our motto: “No card, no favors,” and apply it good and strong. Nons, why not get a card and help us to better your conditions? How would you like an eight- haur working day, and salary enough so you Could put by a little savings for a rainy day? The only way to get these conditions is to organize and ask for them. These privileges are granted on the roads east, where they are thoroughly organized, or nearly so, and they are granted to some of the employes of this road. The telegra- phers here will be able to secure these privileges if you will do your duty. Get in line, and help us secure them. One can look at our division with a special interest, at the sample of organization we now have. Seven of the block operators are brothers and sisters, Mustang, Bethune and Dresden being solid, fifteen new members joining Decemoer pay day, making 115 members, December 31, 1912, and assuring us a delegate to the big Baltimore Convention next May. Now fet’s keep after the three nons at Goodland and the .two at Genoa until we land them. We would like to see a larger attendance at the division meetings, as there will be several busi- ness matters to come before them which can not be handled satisfactorily by only a few. The December meeting was not very well attended on account of the holidays and other previous engage- ments. Those who never attend do not know the benefits derived and the real information that’s of value in our work from a “conflict” with the other members of our craft. Bro. W. J. Reals bid in Norton third, Bro. H. F. Martin Gem agency, and Bro. A. S. Prettyman second Falcon. Bro. A. D. Williams did two weeks’ extra dispatching at Goodland, and surely made good. Bro. T. E. Hodges, third Rexford, was recently married, St Louis. Congratulations and welcome home again. Bro. A. L. Britt, third Burlington, spent the Xmas holidays in old North Carolina. Bro. J. C. Cherry, recently second Flagler, writes us from Tomball, Tex., on the T. & B. V., where he has a good job at $70.00 per month. Bro. II. Ii. Sammons, recently on third Flagler, is relieving at Como, Colorado agency, on the C. & S., which pays $105.00 per month, with the express commissions. It is easy for good men to get located. Our write-up for December journal was delayed in the mail failure emoute, and was published in January. Yours truly was on Christmas vacation and the January write-up reaching the publication office nine days late, appears with this, the Febru- ary article. The Eighth Division meeting at Goodland the 23rd, was well attended, ’19 being present. The engineers’ dance that evening serving as a good drawing card for us. The meeting was called early and adjourned in good time for the dance. Several important matters were attended to, the most important of which was the Colorado Division dance, to be given at Goodland, on Friday evening, March 28th. Bros. G. W. and R. A. Manion, Snyder, Powers, B. J. Brown, Marquis, Reichard, and Gdlaspy are on the committee. Its success is assured in every respect, as no efforts will be spared to gain that end. The tickets will be $1.00 per couple. The committee has an abundant supply on hand. 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302 The Railroad Telegrapher. hoped that every O. R. T. member will give our dance his most loyal support. The engineers had a nice dance. The decora- tions were ideal and realistic in their line. An immense crowd was in attendance, and all had a mighty good time. The program wasn’t com- pleted until after 3 a. m., and considerable was realized over and above expenses. Balfe's orchestra, of Denver, furnished the music, and it was certainly good. About 1,000 tickets were sold for the Denver O. R. T. Club’s third annual ball, at the Albany Hotel Annex, Denver, February 1st, the finest ball room in the • country. Lohmann’s orchestra furnished the music, and the affair was something swell. The Flagler News says of Bro. Bert D. Gardner: “Archibald H. Gardner, of Corning, New York, is the new third trick ornament at the Rock Island. Besides being a No. 1 telegrapher, Bro. Gardner is an excellent violinist and enjoys the distinction of having been the understudy of both Litz and Kubelick.” The boys at the other sta- tions on the Colorado Division do not stick long enough to be worthy of favorable mention in the county journals. Bro. Britt, formerly third Burlington, is now at Enfield, N. C., in charge of a general store there. We wish him success and nope he’ll soon come back to dear Colorado and show us all a good time. Chief Dispatcher Inwood, on the sick list for several weeks, has resumed work. Harry Hill relieved him. E. D. Sheehan, acting night chief, with Bro. A. D. Williams, from “WJ” Colorado Springs, on second, relieved by Bro. T. J. Murphy. One man in “GD” Goodland, was pulled off January 1st, leaving only six on the list. The Denver live stock show made business on the Colorado Division. Plenty of specials and in- creased passenger sales. Vice-President Ridgway, in his private car, 1900, Ass’t General Manager J. B. Smalley, in his private car 1907, other officials of the division made an inspection tour of this division recently, returning from Colorado Springs on No. 40, Janu- ary 24th. The entire Colorado Division is solid with the exception of Genoa, where the agent and third trick are still holding out. Bro. J. C. Cherry, second Flagler, is now at Hillsboro, Texas, on the T. & B. V. Bro. T. J. Murphy, “WJ” Colorado Springs, was relieved by Bro. Pringle, from Limon, while sick a few days. Bro. Massey, second Norton, bid in second Flagler, vice Bro. Gardner, who bid in third there, relieving Bro. Taylor, wno goes to Ruleton. Bro. Dawson is relieving Bro. Murphy on third Roswell, and Bro. G. C. Cord relieved F. M. Latimer, on 90 days’ leave from third trick Falcon, owing to poor health. Bro. Osborne, agent Limon, took in the live stock show at Denver. Bro. Pringle, second Limon, was also in Denver recently to see the play “The Old Homestead.” Bro. T. E. Hodges bid in third Arriba. Bro. F. A. Walls, from the St. Louis Division, on the D. & R. G. for last three months, is now at Kan- sas City. Bro. J. G. Olsen is back on secono Norton. He has been off sick since last spring. Bro. C. C. Snyder is now on third trick Norton, Bro. Ralls transferred to fifth Limon. Do not forget the date of the Colorado A/ivision O. R. T. dance, at Goodland, March 28th, and every one do as extensive advertising as possible. The boss will help the boys arrange to go ana take their families. We want to make a success in this our first attempt at anything of this kind. Boost our organization all you possibly can. With best wishes for success and a solid division. Div. Co*. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry. 1 Toledo Division — Bro. Fricke relieved Mr. Klienhance, first Elyria, on vacation two weeks. * Bro. “Bud” Conley bid in third and Mr. Collins second Danbury. Bro. Haley, third Millbury Jet., is back on the job after spending Xmas at his home in Ashland, Penna., relieved by Bro. Trickey, also relieved Mr. Dart, on second there, and Bro. Williams at Elyria Coal Docks, a few days. Bro. Smith, Wake- man days, is being relieved by Mr. Tiegue, who bid in the regular relief agency. Recent heavy sleet storms cut off telegraph and telephone communications west of Millbury Jet for several days. Amherst tower, to be put in operation April first, will be a great improvement over the present method of handling switches. Maintainer Gall, at Millbury Jet., has been pro- moted to Foreman of Maintainers, relieved by Mr. Kahlback. Mr. Cheney, relieving Mr. Hartford, Genoa days, who fell on a slippery walk during the recent sleet storm, is being relieved by Mr. Grim. Bro. Heller, second Danbury, is now' on third Huron, and Mr. Anderson, on thini La Came, vice Bro. Fleckner, who bid in third Oak karbor, relieving Mr. Muncie, who bid in third Graytown. A meeting will be held in Toledo in the near future. Have all of you paid your dues? Do not wait until the last of February, but pay up promptly. “Oak,” Cert*. 459. Eastern Division — Bro. G. N. Gross, off New Years, was relieved by Bro. J. V. Kauffman, since resigned. Bro. C. W. Turner, who had his home burned up recently, was relieved by Bro. Gifford, from the P. & E. crossing. Bro. F. E. Brocbe, third Dock Jet, while visit- ing his folks at Ft. Wayne, was relieved by Mr. Sheppard. Bro. Ed Hess, Girard Jet., off a few days, was relieved by Bro. H. F. Cantrick. Bro. J. F. Grancy, relieved by Mr. E. Merling at Erie Depot second, a few days. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 303 Bro. T. H. Miles and wife spent the holidays visiting relatives at Toledo. Bro. Jim Clavin, Canada way second, off a few days, was relieved by C. J. Sweitzer. Angola second and relief job open. A correction in the November issue should read G. M. Westbrook resigned on short notice instead of discharged. RU. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. Aurora Division — Bro. H. M. Kaut, Downer’s Grove days, bid in Yorkville agency. His many friends among the patrons at Downers regret seeing him go. Sister Kaut will resign second “U” block, but owing to there being no vacant houses at York- ville, they will not move there yet. Sister Patchen, with a new up to date, is relieving Miss Scharnhorst, second. Western Springs, on a three months’ leave. Bro. Woods is on the extra list. We congratulate mo9t heartily those who were remembered in the new schedule, as we know it will be otir turn next. Mr. Harris, acting agent at Downers Grove, has resigned. Some hitch in the arrangements for transporta- tion made it necessary for Bro. Merrill to stop in Aurora and wait further developments before pro- ceeding to California on his honeymoon, he was relieved at Congress Park nights, by Bro. Gavney. A new tower is being built at Harlem Avenue, between Riverside and Berwyn, where the street car tracks cross the Burlington’s. When com- plete, Berwyn tower will be closed and this will mean a change for Sisters Sanders and Russell who have worked there so long. Extra telegraphers are becoming so scarce that the prospect of summer vacations for the regulars is rather dubious. The new electric distant signals are in operation at Greggs and Western Springs. All intermediate blocks are to have them as fast as they can be installed. Recent changes on east end not previously mentioned, are: Bro. Osborn to Downers Grove nights, Sister Kaut to second “U” block, Bro. Vornsand to second Greggs, Miss Thorpe to third Greggs, Miss Nuckley to second “W” block and Miss Scharnhorst to second Western Springs. Wire Chief Kelly, Galesburg, took second trick dispatcher west end, at Aurora when Dispatcher Abrahamson went to the LaCrosse Division as chief dispatcher. *>ro. Swansstram, first Buda, while attending his father’s funeral, was relieved by Bro. Kunkel, and he on second by C. M. Millslagle. Bro. Steele, third Kewanee cabin, is off sick, relieved by Mr. urant. Bro. Nordeen of Wataga, bid in third Neponsct cabin. Bro. L. M. Kunkel, third Neponset •cabin. bi<l in second Buda. Bro. W. K. Miller relieved G. W. Jackson, agent Kasbeer, while in Chicago a few day% recently. Bro. M. R. Miller, extra agent, is third trick Walnut. Remember, “No card, no favors.’’ Div. Cot.. Cert. 14. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to ca'l to his reward the beloved father of our Bro. F. E. V»oods. in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it. Resolved, That the members of Aurora division of System Division i3o,#Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, and a copy forwarded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. E p Todd, E. G. Noack, A. P. La Cure, Committee. Galesburg Division — This is not the time to lay down without any idea whatever of another schedule negotiation. Bucking in harness makes your next schedule a re- mote proposition but leaning to with a will makes your prospects very bright and always in sight. Do not labor under the false impression that your withdrawal or dropping out will hurry any move for your betterment. Delinquents, look well to your 60-day limit. Do not allow your insurance and dues to lapse. The meeting at Rock Island, January asth, was largely attended and those not present missed a very enjoyable time. Don’t forget meeting at Wood Hotel, Quincy, Sunday, March .23rd, and turn out. Bros. Lamb and Carder will be present and I ask you brothers of the Galesburg Division to please make an effort to get there. I will appreciate your presence and I know Bros. .Lamb and Carder will, as it is no small effort for them to go. Bro. Austin is back at “MB” and Bro. Guy Herron is relieving Agent Heston. Brothers, look well to the nons who promised to come in right away a long, long time ago. Some of them working right in your offices. Bro. Chapman is now on his new job and Bro. Adams on Portal first, pending bulletin. Mr. Dubree bid in second Santa Fe tower. Look after the extra men coming in. I am pleased to note they all carry cards as a rule, and their certificate number is all we need to make them members of G. T. Division. Fully 90 per cent of the new men are up to date. Plum River is now solid. Brothers up that way, see to it that it is kept that .way. # Digitized by Google

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304 The Railroad Telegrapher. Only members in good standing will be ad- mittcd to any meeting unless otherwise specially stated. Brothers, I must ask you in all kindness and insist that you please do not bid on a position unless you want it. Read first page of your January Telegrapher and note the phenomenal growth of our Order. You don’t wish to be a party to helping stunt this growth and cutting off your own nose. Bro. I. Akers, Colmar, resigned to go into mer- cantile business at Camp Point. Colmar on bulle- tin. We shall miss this good brother and wish him the success he so richly deserves. We are glad to see the “GT” boys settled in their most excellent new quarters. They certainly deserve them, and we wish them much joy in their fine office. They know how to treat you right and you are always welcome there. Hit the ball, brothers. Railroad right and make the O. R. T. men winners. Don’t “Hay” on your job; it doesn’t pay. F. J. G., Cert. 492. Galesburg Dii’ision, North End — Bro. Roy Daugherty, agent at Rio, off account sickness, relieved by D. C. McKowan, extra, agent New Boston, 111. Ex-Bro. Frank Fling, who bid in Oquawka agency, was relieved at Aledo by Mr. Shafer, from the Lake Shore. Bro. Westbay, second Lynn, on vacation, was relieved by extra Foner Jones, now at Erie. Have you sent in for the new card for the next term? Better not nut this off too long. We hope the brothers up around Denrock will send in the changes we understand have occurred there. Very seldom anyone sends in any locals. Help us along, boys, so we can have a good write- up every month. Bro. Nason, third Plum River, off a few days, sick, was relieved by Mr. English, former helper at Lyrin. Drv. Cor. Peoria Branch — Bro. Leo Antrim, wko was forced to return to the Proctor Hospital, Peoria, to be operated on the second time for appendicitis, has recovered sufficiently to go home. He is one of the dyed- in-the-wool Order men and we are all glad to hear of his recovery. Mr. Smith, third Lewistown, resigned and gone with N. & W.,4 relieved by. II. L. Morrison, of the C. G. W. Bro. L. C. Duncan, third Gilson, is relieving Bro. Eyeman, agent Duncan, off on account of sickness. Remember, your local chairman is ready and willing to help with any grievance brought to his notice; where our schedule is violated, be §ure to notify him, and an investigation will be made. Don’t kick to those unfriendly to us and create the impression among the members that those in charge are not doing their duty. We are particu- larly lucky to have such efficiently capable men to care for our interests and you can rest assured they will give you a square deal. Mr. Shaffer, from the Panhandle,' at Aledo a few days, is relieving at Portal tower. Bro. D. M. McKown, who has been working in Chicago, is now working at Rio. Bro. H. L. Hobson has gone with the M. & St. L., relieved by Mr. Morrison. Bro. R. W. Beckwith is now with the Rock Island at Geneseo. A. F. Theilen, helper Camp Point, relieved R. B. Codding, third, second Maquon resigned. Gilson is now closed from 12 midnight until 6 a. m., third trick man taken off. It is now Bro. H. A. Stevens, Yates City, one of the best men on this branch, and one of the “live” wires of the service. Bro. A. L. Rector, agent Bradford, was a recent Sunday visitor in Peoria. / The hours of telegraphers at Elmwood have been changed from 2 p. m. until 9 p. m., to 5:30 a. m. until 5:30 p. m., and Bro. England, the agent, released from telegraph duties entirely, leaving him free to attend to the station work We lose heavily on our membership list on ac- count of removal and so many of the brothers leaving the service for an indefinite period. Our large membership has been the direct cause of our substantial increase during the past year and the year which is just begun will require our utmost efforts to maintain our present standing, so brother, let our motto be “willingness to serve” ourselves, the Order and the company. “Dok Yak,” Cert. 928. Hannibal Division — A meeting of the telegraphers and agents of this division was called to be held in the K. of P. Hall, opposite the Postoffice Building at Hannibal, Mo., Sunday afternoon, January 26th. The boys on north and south divisions no doubt received notice in ample time to have gotten transportation and attended this meeting, which was of vital im- portance to all the members and nons as well. The members present were Bros. E. D. Crooks, E. J. Heather, G. R. Marks, Cally Mays, Burton Lee, E. D. Laudell, S. R. C’neadle, R. E. Kramer, J. J. Leu, G. M. Zinn, of Hannibal relay; F. W. Jordan, Galesburg Division, and Bros. Lamb and Carder. Brothers, this is not a very good showing when you take into consideration the number of offices between Hannibal and St. Louis, and the hours to be worked. We should have a representative from every office where there are more than one man employed. You need not be timid in regard to requesting transportation, as in all cases where it is possible for you to attend, transportation will be freely granted, if you but ask for it, and state why you wish to use it. You must bear in mind that this organization is what the members make it. We waited for some prospective guests until 2:40 p. m., when Bro. E. D. Crooks called the meeting to order and introduced Bro. C. L. Lamb as the first speaker. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 303 Among other things Bro. Lamb said: “During the year 1912 our membership was increased over 400, more than was at the close of 1911. The grievances handled during the past year were closed np in the most satisfactory manner with a most pleasant feeling existing between the officials and our general chairman. As long as wc trans- act our business with the officials in a conservative and a progressive manner we will continually gf*w, ourselves, and also in their estimation.” Bro. Lamb touched the most important points concern- ing the revision of our wage scale and rule con- cessions last autumn, which was very interesting, indeed. Had you attended, your little petty griev- ances would have vanished as the dewdrops fall before the soft rays of the sun on a bright spring morning. Facts possibly obscure to you, concerning the organization, would have been eliminated forever, and would have filled your hearts with gladness, due to the fact that you had been set right by one who knows. Bro. Carder pointed out many good things in regard to the wage scale and also explained to us about nominat- ing men for positions to be filled soon. He referred to the first schedule granted this organ- ization on the C. B. & Q., and compared it with succeeding schedules in an eloquent and impres- sive manner. When he reaches our present wage Mrale and rules, he makes any non who will listen to him feel like an imposter, and usually lands him. We expect to hold another meeting in Hanni- bal during March, and one in Quincy during February, which will enable those from the Brook- field and Galesburg divisions to attend. A good many should also come from the north end. It is now time to nominate a local chairman arid a delegate to the Baltimore convention next May. Bro. Crooks does not want the local chair- manship of this division for another term on account of his many duties at Montrose station, which is a very heavy one, and he requests that we elect his successor. We are sorry to lose him as our local chairman, and wish to thank him for his services, and what has been accomplished since he took this office, which is a credit to any man. Our last revision of the wage scale was not a general one. There are nineteen railroad divisions on the C. B. & Q. system, and 2,400 men employed under our schedule. When you begin to distr bute money, especially the amount granted last autumn after being spread out over this system in w'hat is fermed weak spots it makes a pretty thin layer. The wage of a position as listed in the schedule does not cover the full salary of the position in numerous cases. Revenue comes in from the W. U., the express company, running pumps, overtime, etc. All these things should be con- sidered, also that when one of these better paid positions is bulletined you have an opportunity of bidding on it, and#that is worth a good deal. There are so many good things about this organ- ization that it behooves every one covered by the schedule to become a member. Give your representatives the desired support at all times. and admonish them on all occasions. It is hoped that in the near future all will carry an up-to-date and that the position rather than the individual will be rated accordingly. It is almost impossible to draw on our imaginary faculties sufficiently to determine just what the conditions would be in a year or so if Division 130 was 100 per cent strong. It is foolhardy for a man to drop li:s card because he didn’t get any increase in the new schedule. You gain nothing by such tac- tics. United wc stand and divided we fall. The man who has been employed on this division for at least five years understands what the O. R. T. stands for and what it means to support that organ- ization. You take the man who has been on .this division, ten or fifteen years, knows from A to Z what progress this organization has made. A good many years ago there was no overtime paid. The hours on duty were long and strenuous. The switch lights were carried and taken care of, and many other little things which take up an agent’s and telegrapher’s time too numerous to mention, all of which have been eliminated, the work being shifted to another department. Some three years ago, the telephone system was installed on this division between Hannibal and St. Louis, also Old Monroe and Francis. The positions affected were rated at $59.00. After the phones were in operation they were cut t»> $50.00. The matter was taken up (not by nons) with Bro. Lamb and in three months the old rating of $59.00 was replaced, with back pay, covering tile period of $50.00 rating was in effect. This speaks louder than words. You have been receiv- ing $108.00 per year plus what has been granted since that time. The O. R. T. did it, and the nons received theirs just the same. Yet some of them say “the O. R. T. never did anything for me,” when it is very plain to see that $50.00 would be the rating to-day had it not been for this grand organization. I say “grand” because it is grand, and the highest officials of the C. B. & Q. recognize it as such. Brothers, though you have a card; don’t be lax in the work; keep after the non in a polite and impressive way. Your local chairman can’t keep in touch with all without your assistance. When you gain a new member or help the old ones to retain their membership you are helping yourself also. We are now on top and must remain so; an Order is as strong as the members make it. A few nons on one division isn’t very much but with nineteen divisions it cuts our percentage- down quite a little. Therefore, I wish to ask you a second time to make a new resolution, that you will henceforth “push with all your might.” Meetings are being held all over the system to get the boys together with their representatives, learn each other better, learn more about the work and how it is carried on. By attending these meetings you will not criticise your officers, but will admonish them for the interest they have taken in your welfare. Digitized by Google

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306 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brethren, give the best possible service at all times. You know the penalty for sleeping on duty. Conform with all the rules and we will retain the friendly spirit with our officials. Fraternally, Cert. 1839. Brookfield Division — The station forces at Osborn and Kearney are now in their new quarters in brick depots, built on the same plan, nicely finished; offices are suita- bly furnished and conveniently arranged for the agents and telegraphers. The Burlington and Rock Island boys have or- ganized the Cameron O. R. T. Club, which meets at Cameron once a month, to work in every way possible for the good of the Order. It makes a pleasant social time for them. Two well-attended meetings have already been held where excellent talks were made. Bro. C. A. Shocky at Cameron is secretary and treasurer. The apportionment to this division in the last schedule was small and the money was given to the positions needing it most. Block 23 was made a telegraph job with a $5.00 increase. Now let us all do our best to get the nons into line. Bro. John Wood, agent Kearney, while visiting in Chicago, was relieved by Bro: Warnacut, with Bro. King on second and P. M. Matthews on third. Bro. Ritter was relieved on third Hunnewell, while in Chicago adjusting salaries for this divi- sion, by Mr. Turner. Bro. Shackelford bid in second Clarence, re- lieved on third there by Bro. Doybons, who later hid in third Macon, when relieved on third Shel- bina by Bro. Gosney, agent Ely, leaving the latter on bulletin. Bro. Rowell, second Bevier, bid in St. Cather- ines agency. Bro. Hicklen, second St. Catherines, bid in third Bevier, that being his home, and Bro. Bassit bid in second St. Catherines. Bro. Locke on thirty-day vacation, relieved on Macon third by R. Baker. As a token of respect and sympathy for the family of Bro. Frank Ward, of Bucklin, and the high esteem in which.he was held, the boys of the division made a very beautiful floral offering for his funeral. Bro. Nolan bid in second Bucklin, relieved on third there by C. W. Andrew. Bro. W. A. Stevens, third Palmyra Jet., was relieved several days, owing to sickness, by Mr. Heller, and Bro. A. Farabee, agent Hamilton, off a few days on account of sickness, by C. H. Shoup. Bro. Stevens, first Mathews, was relieved a few days by Bro. E. T. Putnam, who also relieved R. O. Kay, second Cameron Jet., several days. Bro. Daybons relieved Mr. Mahoney on third Macon. Bro. Dome, third Palmyra Jet., is now acting relief agent and helping in Mr. Allen’s office. Bro. D. R. Peck, agent Breckenridge, has pur- chased a motor cycle. Bro. C. H. Shoup, first Hamilton, was at Brook- field several weeks, extra; Bro. C. S. Stevens on first, Mathews second, and H. L. Sheperd on third, who later went to Meadville, second, relieved by J. C. Turner, from Brookfield. D. F. Smith, third Kidder, was relieved a few days by W. N. Nangle, of Breckenridge, and Harry Smith, agent Nettleton, by Pete Holt. Howard Peck, second South Park, was off a few days on account of his brother's son shooting himself in the foot. Business is good, all the extras at work, and hard to get relief even on account of sickness. Bro. McIntosh, who bid in third Bucklin, bid back third Lentner, making no change. W. H. W. La Crosse Division — The committee who had in charge the buying of a suitable present for our friend, Mr. P. H. Hough, desire to make the following statement showing the manner in which the money was spent, and the amount received, which was $148.00, for which we obtained a beautiful blue white diamond, valued at $150.00, and a heavy gold mounting of the latest pattern, costing $20.00. The ring has no prongs, the gold having been literally moulded around the stone, which does away with any chance of ever losing the stone, and also with the prongs catching onto any part of the clothing. Mr. W. T. Sadler presented Mr. Hough with the ring at 4 p. m., New Year’s day. It had been planned to have Mr. Cunningham make this pre- sentation, but he was unavoidably detained, and could not reach here in time. Mr. Sadler spoke with great feeling of his long friendship with Mr. Hough, and also how the latter had endeared himself to not only his co-workers, but every one with whom he came in contact. Mr. Hough replied with very fitting words, praising the men of the La Crosse Division, and asking that they support his successor as loyally as they had always supported him. The committee wishes to thank Mr. E. W. Parker, the jeweler, who not only lost his New Year’s dinner, in his endeavor to get the ring ready in time, but who also contributed $22.00 or more than his profit would have amounted to, in order to help us have a gift befitting the occasion. We sincerely hope that the boys on the La Crosse Division will not forget Mr. Parker when in the city, and wanting anything in the jewelry line. \y. Holmes, J. E. Flanagan, J. D. Howard, Committee. La Crosse Division Notes — Boys, send in the news, answer the dispatcher promptly, stay on the job eight hours and then get the proper rest. • Bro. E. W. Dyer has resigned Cassville agency and bid in first Grand Crossing Yard, and Bro. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. D. L. Rupp, first Cassville, bid in the vacant agency there. . Bro. M. A. Dederick, agent at Victory, was, in La Crosse recently, taking a degree in the Masonic Lodge. Bro. J. T. Tucheck, of East Winona, bid in second North Jet. tower, vice Bro. M. Strand, extra there. Chief Dispatcher Hough has been transferred to the Burlington Division, in a similar capacity, succeeded by A. J. Abrahamson, of Aurora, 111. We trust that all fthe boys will bend every effort to show him we are trying to “hit the ball." An# account of the presentation made him accompanies this write-up. Bro. Krisel has assumed third at Lytle after a two weeks' vacation with his folks in Minnesota. Bro. L. W. Ender, second Lytle, called to Nelson on account of the death of his uncle, was relieved by ex-Bro. E. W. Jay, formerly on this division. The rule, “no card, no favors,” should be lived up to by the brothers, and in this way show the “non” where he stands. Cert. io. St. Joseph Division — We wish to thank our committee who recently secured the new schedule for us in Chicago, and did all in its power for us. The boys who did not receive any raise in salary should have attended the St. Joe O. R. T. Club meeting,, held in St. Joe on January nth, and heard General Chairman Lamb explain how hard the committee had to w'ork to get anything at all. Boys, it is time to show the nons in the relay offices as well as out on the line, how we feel toward them. There is only one in “C” St. Joseph. Let us look after those in “KD” Kan- sas City. Do your work right, but don’t be afraid to hand it to them every time you get the chance. They will take the second thought before writ- ing anyone up. We want this division solid in this first half of 1913, and each brother must do all he can to gain this point. Go to work on the nons that work next station to you. Some of them don’t even know you belong. Get after those especially who had their wages advanced under our new schedule. It is time for us to head them in, close the switch and hold them until they sign up and pay the price. It is now Bro. O. C. Grate, agent at Crosby again. Bro. W. E. Hale, third Bigelow, on vacation, position closed, relieved Bro. Sullivan at Blythe- dale several days while moving. Bro. G. W. Potter, agent Forbes, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. L. P. Strohl. of third, who later bid in Parkville third. Bro. R. K. Thomas, third Ama- zonia, who bid in third Langdon, bid in third Forbes later. Bro. J. A. Hayward, owing to his mother’s ill- ness, is being relieved by D. D. Huartson on Co. Bluffs ‘third. Ex-Bro. Carl Lcdgerwood is running as flag- man between Kansas City and Omaha. 30; C. D. Bradley, extra agent, bid in Beverly agency, Cana van to block 82, later bid in block 31, vice C. C. Jacobs, who bid in Amazonia third. Bro. J. H. Cole, agent Armour, on two weeks’ vacation to the Pacific Coast, relieved by C. E. Ledgerwood, who later bid in Clearmont agency. Bro. G. W. Baird, agent Clearmont, bid in Union Star agency, vice Bro. F. A. Elder, returning to Albany first. J. H. Campbell, Jr., third Curzons, off sick, relieved by a new man, L. A. Rudisill. Bro. Shamblin, Bethany, away a few days on business, relieved by Bro. Snyder, and he by Mr. Burge. A Rushville student went to McPaul for one night. That was enough, We thank Bros. Smith and Ockerman, of St. Joe relay office, and Bro. R. R. Field, of Rush- ville, for assistance in this write-up. Also Bro. E. D. Boyd, of Forest City, for getting out the last month’s write-up, account of my being on vacation, and the brothers sent him very little news. Drop me a line or call me on the wire at Curzons and let me know when you make a change or go on a vacation. This will help us to have a good write-up each month. Cert, i 227. Creston Division — Bro. L. S. Corsiglia and wife, of Division 1 7, recently visited their son, Bro. J. L. Corsiglia, third McPherson. Bro. John Schoenborn, second there, while visiting his wife at Vinita, Oklahoma, was relieved by Mr. McVey, from the Penna. Third Red Oak is open for bids. I did not receTve one reply to the fourteen requests mailed for news. Local Chairman Hale is visiting in Florida. Boys, let’s get down to business and show the company we appreciate the new schedule. Answer the dispatcher promptly; it may mean a prompt promotion for you. Cert. 2690. Ottumwa Division — Bro. J. C. Baker, first Mount Pleasant, on the sick list for a week, was relieved by Bro. C. W. Baker, of second Woodburn, and Bro. Lipps, 'sec- ond Lockridge, also sick a few days, relieved by Mr. Belgrade, who later relieved Bro. Martin, third West Burlington, on vacation. Your humble servant, although somewhat under the weather a few days, remained on duty. It is now Bros. J. B. McKenna, agent Cameron, 111., and Colleen, second New London. Boys, remember, “no cards, no favors,” to those whose standing you do not know. Bro. O. A. French goes to second and Bro. E. A. Gustavison to “UK” third, Bro. O. E. McBride to Albia first and Bro. F. L. Stover to Osceola second, M. M. Sigoloff bid in Afton third. Bro. J. W. Curry, third Fairfield, is on 60 days’ leave, relieved by Bro F. A. Sense, of Batavia third. Digitized by v^ooQle

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308 The Railroad Telegrapher. Let's all show our appreciation of the new sched- ule by OSing trains promptly and do our best and convince the company more than ever that the man with a card is the best. With best wishes, I am, Fraternally, E. L. Brand. L. C. Alliandc Division — Bro. Wells, second Ellsworth, while visiting relatives in Kansas, was relieved by Mr. Fleming, and he later by Bro. Harry Brown, from Hecla. Bro. Stevens, agent Ellsworth, off a few days, was relieved by Extra Agent Bro. Harkleroad. S. E. Stewart, formerly call boy at Alliance, is now on third Ellsworth. Bro. Spradling bid in Mullen agency, and J. McKinnie, Hecla station. L. H. Brown is on third Hecla. Bro. Wallin Whitmans, agent, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Fleming, who later went to Ilemingford. Bro. A. L. Powell was off several days on account of his mother going to Hot Springs, S. D. Hospital. Bro. Seybolt, of Division 44, is on second Craw- ford. Bro. Doolittle, agent Lakeside, is among our up to dates. It is now Bro. M. E. Anderson, Custer, S. D. The first assistant agent on the Alliance Division wears a button. If you brothers have any assist- ant agents to line up, please advise and wc will be glad to take care of them. I wish to thank the members of the Alliance Division for the loyal support extended to me during my administration as their local chairman. We have together accomplished many things in the last two years of which we should be justly proud. We have bettered our working conditions over the entire division, the membership reaching the 95 and 97 per cent mark during this last term. We are about as near solid as any division west of the Missouri River. We can safely call ours the “banner division" of the lines west and with your assistance we should be able to keep it that way. I am a candidate for re-election as your local chairman, and if you think my record worthy of consideration I will appreciate your support. Will do my best to give all a fair deal and keep up the good work of organization as in the past. Again thanking you for your support in the past and whatever consideration you may care to give my name in the coming election of local chairman, and delegate to the grand convention, I am, Yours fraternally, E. S. Powell, Cert. 13, Div. 130. Lincoln Division — The year 1913 started on this division with the largest membership we have etfer had. If all the brothers will boost as they did the past year, there will be a big increase in the membership. The last working conditions affected all in- directly and made a few real good positions which you are in line for when your turn comes. The working conditions are also better and we should be able to convince the nons of this and get their applications. The -boys hardest to land most generally make good members. I am again a candidate for local chairman of this division, and if elected will serve you the best I know how. If you have a brother in view that would make a better local chairman, do not hesitate to vote for him, but be sure to all vote one way or the other. Two years ago only about half voted. I am also a candidate for delegate to the grand convention at Baltimore in May. Nothing would be more appreciated by me than to represent the membership at this convention and your vote will be appreciated, I assure you. I want to thank the brothers for their prompt- ness in paying their dues in the year 1912, and I would like to see another such good showing for 1913, so if you have not sent in your dues and insurance yet, please do so at once if it will not inconvenience you in doing so. Remember, the dues, $5.00, go to Bro. J. F. Carder, 250 '/? South Central Ave., Burlington, Iowa, and your insur- ance to Bro. L. W. Quick, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. I have lots of application blanks on hand and will be glad to furnish them to any one who will try to get in their neighbors and help line up this division. We can do this every day with our regular work. March rates, making appli- cant up to date for dues, insurance and initiation until June 30th, 1913, is for $300.00 insurance, $10.15; $500.00, $10.55, and $1,000.00, $11.75- Remember these figures and talk them to your non neighbor. Give first-class service, especially to the dis- patcher, the primary cog of the ibovement of trains, answer his calls and “OS" trains promptly, giving him all the information possible to help him in the movement of trains, also be alwajrs courteous to the public and you will be rewarded for your services. Wish best wishes and hoping for a prosperous 1913. Fraternally, P. H. Miller, L. C. Lincoln Division Notes — Bio. E. L. Alshousc has returned to Kenesaw agency, after short vacation south, relieved by Relief Bro. Kaney, to Lincoln. Mr. Amrohn, first Crete, resumed after holiday vacation, Relief Bro. Mueller to York. E. C. Houpt, third York, bid in Marquette agency, and Mr. Peer bid in third York. Bro. V. D. Chidester, extra Marquette, to Crete first, vice Mr. Marohn, who bid in Ashton agency. Bro. E. A. Bourne relieved Bro. A. H. Teale on vacation. Mr. Erdcamp to third Cobb, Mr. Nichols returned to Dorchester, Bro. W. L. Leach, third Cobb, resigned. Bro. Bourne also relieved Bro. J. P. Fahey, agent Holstein, for a month’s Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 309 vacation in Missouri, and then went to Lincoln to work on the time roll, relieved by Mr. Graul, who also relieved Bro. S. A. Mead, agent Keene, on vacation. Bro. Peachman, relieved a week at “NI,” by Bro. Hayes, a new man, who also relieved Bro- Herbert a week. Bro. D. E. Waller, agent Inland, was a recent “GS” Shopper. Recent assignments: F. C. Marohn, first Crete to Ashton agency; P. M. Orrell, Exeter tower to third Cobb, and A. A. Canfield, Norman to first Crete. Positions bulletined: Exeter tower nights; agencies at Norman and Ragan and third Oreapolis and Havelock and telegrapher at Pappio, latter third on Omaha Division. Bro. Shaw, first “GS,” is going to Montana about March ist, to look at a land proposition and hunt for big game. Bill, Cert. 1471. Wymore Division — Boys, keep on getting in the new ones and we will make the Wymore the banner division of the old Burlington. Not a single member dropped on this division last term for non-payment of dues. If we cart keep this record up and run in the nons like we have during the past month, we will soon be solid. Thp wife of Bro. Carl Glenn, Wymore Relay, we arc glad to say, is improving rapidly from her recent illness. Bro. B. H. Hardin, Chester days, bid in Day- kin. Bro. E. A. Hayes, Concordia days, goes to Superior as cashier, vice Mr. Thomas, trans- ferred to cashier Beatrice, and Bro. Harvey Grimes to Concordia temporarily. Bro. Earner, from Daykin to Vesta agency, relieving Bor- land, resigned. Humboldt and Table Rock agencies erroneously omitted from last schedule, have been added by bulletin. Insert them in your copy of the sched- ule. Mr. Ockerman, agent Hildreth, while in Lin- coln Hospital, was relieved by Mr. Workman, and Mr. McCahan, White Cloud, on the sick list, by Bro. Anderson, second Rulo, relieved by Bro. Russell. Mr. Pope, agent Rulo, On leave, relieved by Extra Agent Russell. Bro. Allsman, third Falls City, relieved by Mr. Redline, called to Wilber, owing to the serious illness of bis mother, was himself taken seriously ill. Bro. Shecley, third Table Rock, recently on vacation, relieved by Bro. Grimes. It is now Bro. R. J. Nibbe, Crab Orchard. Our last schedule agreement provided that most agents or telegraphers would be relieved of scrub- bing the depots. If you have heard nothing in regard to this matter from the superintendent, call the local chairman’s attention to it and it will be taken up. This also applies to cleaning snow from platforms. Get after the non. Remember, no card, no favor. Also send in the items, without which we can not have a write-up. Div. Cor. Omaha Division Lines } West — Hello! Hello! Is this the agent? Well this is the postmaster, why don’t you bring up the rest of those sac&s containing parcel post? This is what is commonly heard along our line since the pdreel post went in effect, January ist. The ice run is on in full biast at Laketon now, probably over 1,500 cars will move this year, most of it to Omaha and Lincoln. Additions owing to extra train service between Soo City and Ashland: G. C. Bcrely, Laketon days, J. E. Johnson, *Dak City nights, the latter out of the service two years. J. L. Bland is at Rosalie nights. Mr. Bristol, of Homer, at Oak- land nights, and C. G. Moore, from Ravenna, on second Fremont. Bro. Combs, of Randolph spent Ghristmas at Huntley with his father’s folks, and Bro. Wisen spent New Year’s and part of January with his folks at Verona, Neb. Bro. Smith relieved them. Bros. Holt and Downey have been recommended as candidates for delegate and alternate to the grand convention at Baltimore. Bro. Hays, of Goodwin, spent his honeymoon during the holidays in Omaha and Lincoln. Bro. Downey made a flying trip to Sioux City New Year’s day, and it is understood he is not baching any more. Mr. Enlow, of Dixon, this State, the only man who remained out on the entire O’Neill line dur- ing the last semi-annual period, has been circu- lating some advertising literature for a new nov- elty, subscribing his communications with “Yours for more money.” He must have found pretty poor “pickcns” among the O. R. T. boys after the cold shoulder he gave them when they solic- ited his assistance during the schedule negotia- tions. The $3 per month our committee gave him is probably quite small in comparison with the enormous profits he derives from the State agency for the novelty. Breslau has been opened, with Mr. Benn as agent. Bro. Holt forwarded 167 cars of corn in Decem- ber; pretty good for a one-man job. W. K. Krecklow has been assigned to Chaleo agency instead of Bro. Gilbert. The following have been dropped for failure to pay dues: Still in service — H. R. Parmer, John Henesh, Jr., D. A. Lacey, H. A. Hileman, C. O. Murphy; out of service — A. P. Coleman, J. E. Wells, T. P. Cotter, J. L. Blank. Bro. Iloenshell, of Ashland, contributed a few news items, which were mislaid. However, we thank him just the same. Yours fraternally, Cert. 1350. McCook Division — Bro. C. E. Hertz bid in Pinneo agency; Bro. R. H. Pinkerton, second Wiggins, and A. M. Harris, second Arapahoe. Bro. HofFnagle, extra agent, is on second Hold- redge while Bro. Baggett is working as extra dis- patcher. Digitized by v^ooQle

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310 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Luke, second Minden, on vacation, was re- lieved by Bro. Nash, and he on third by Bro. Knopp. Bro. S. C. Ellis is back at Red Cloud nights. Bro. Salade to Alma nights. Max nights is closed; regular man there on extra list. * Bro. and Sister Harding on six weeks' visit. Bro. Harding relieved by Mr. Stansburry, from the Sheridan Division, and Sister Harding by Bro. Hitt, from Derby. Bro. Curran, third Haigler, while visiting home folks in McCook, was relieved by Bro. Freeman, from the East. Mr. Glenn, at Laird, relieved a few days by Bro. Manning, of the Rock Island. Bro. Pinker- ton, extra agent Laird, to regular second Wig- gins. Bro. Evans, from C. & S., is relieving Bro. Campbell at third Eckley. On account of reducing forces, Mr. Cole was transferred to extra agent Indianola a few days, and Hill to Derby nights from Thirty-first street. This leaves Mr. Perkins on nights twelve hours. There has been some misunderstanding in re- gard to where men are placed when reducing the force. While the schedule seems plain, it has never been lived up to very closely. I was in to see Mr. Runnels in regard to this, and I think we will have no trouble hereafter. He said he had handled it as others had done before him. Article 4 of the schedule reads: “When reducing the force the service of the youngest telegrapher will, other things being equal, be dispensed with first. * * * Seniority will only be effective when vacancies occur or new positions are cre- ated." There is nothing to do but for the man whose position is closed to take the place of the youngest assigned telegrapher, regardless of where he is. This is a good rule, as it only affects two men, while “bumping" moves any amount of them around. This must be the way it will be handled, and any violations can be taken up. Those who were not at the McCook meeting, January 18th, certainly missed a good one. There was a good attendance and all were very much interested in what Bro. Lamb had to say. He explained the inside work of getting our present schedule. We did not have near as much as we needed, and had to spread as much as possible in the places we needed it the most. I had just our side to fight, and the chief dispatcher, division superintendent and general superintendent had the railroad company’s part to look after. If we could not agree, then Bro. Lamb and the general manager were called in. I did the very best I could, and it was my first experience. If you all had been at the meeting you could have gotten this information correct. Try to come out to the next one and learn what is going on. Come and speak your thoughts. We are very poor mind- readers. With the amount we had to divide up, there was no way to give all an increase. I certainly appreciate the manner in which the boys at the meeting treated me, and while it was my idea that some other brother be nominated nearer the division headquarters, yet, if you de- sire me to serve you again, I will do my best in all matters that come before me in the next two years. I extend to all our thanks for the nom- inations for both Bro. Sanborn and myself, he as alternate and myself as local chairman and dele- gate. Let each brother try to do all he can for the Order in the next two years, and we will cer- tainly make a great showing, and, remember, the best way to get a good schedule is to show the company that, union labor is the far better grade and that it gets better returns for the money invested than if the man has no card; «o let’s all do our best for all concerned. Yours fraternally, C.* R. Hunt, Local Chairman. Atlantic Coast Line R. R. First Division, Fayetteville. District — In reply to Bro. Williams’ letter as to the sup- port that our division gave him in the year 1912. we all hope to support him still better this year than last, as we are pleased more and more with the good service he is rendering us, and hope that it will soon come to my hand to return some of his kind favors. We have but four nons on the district now and should work harder than ever to get them in. Keep our motto in your minds, no card, no favors. Quite a number of the boys who were delinquent have paid up again. We understand “YD’’ is to be put into 12- hour tricks, worked by switchmen and phones. We congratulate Bro. D. C. Smart, in replying to Bro. J. R. O’Daniel’s letter “The Foreign Telegrapher,” I read it with much pleasure. . Billie Bounce, Cert. 1690. Fayetteville District Notes — Among our new members are J. G. Godwin and D. Lee Pridgen of Godwin, Oscar Starling of Wade, F. M. Whitlock of Parkton, J. Whitfield Robert- son of Sellers. W. T. Collins of Pee Dee and Bro. B. C. Mauney of Elm City comes to us by transfer from Division No. 59. This shows what can be accomplished when a few members get busy. With the exception of Natal and Pembroke we are practically solid, and are all looking forward with pleasure to the meeting of the committee in Wilmington, knowing it will do all it can for us. Very few men were able to- get off to spend the holidays with friends and loved ones, owing to the scarcity of extra men. Second Hamer closed on this account. This puts Bro. Bethea back on eleven hours, after having enjoyed an eight or nine-hour day for two years. Get solidly behind, so the vacations, annual passes for men in the service two years and over, and an eight-hour day for everybody will be an assured fact, with a minimum of $75 and a maximum as high as can be reached. We deserve these things and ought to have them Mount and Sharpsburg will be put in operation to Wilson shortly and soon be working all the way to Selina, which may close Sharpsburg and Micro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 311 We have strong aspirants for delegates to the Baltimore convention, and we expect quite a num- ber of members from this district to go there as visitors, if it is possible to get relieved. We are counting on the leave of absence with full pay after the conclusion of the negotiations of the committee. Two of the south end brothers have announced themselves for local chairman, and two north end and one south end brother for delegate to the convention. Bro. J. L. Bridgets, our present local chairman, is up for re-election, opposed by Bro. A. P. Chambliss, of Pee Dee, and Brp. E. H. Jones, of South Rocky Mount. Bro. C. G. Davis, first Dillon, S. C., hopes to carry the votes south of Fayetteville almost solid, while Bro. F. A. Boswell, first Contentnea, and Bro. W. C. Mason, manager “X” Rocky Mount, will split the vote north of Fayetteville for delegate. Bro. W. L. Hatchell, of Pee Dee, has been sick for a month, but is again on the job. Local Chairman J. L. Bridgers is just back from Wash- ington, S. C., where he has been before the In- terstate Commerce Commission on the mileage- book question on behalf of the company. Bro. D. G. Burden, second Latta, has received passes for himself and wife, and expects to get the wife soon. Understand the general manager has promised to meet our committee soon as traffic appears to be heavy enough to justify us in expecting a raise. When we compare what we arc paid with what the trainmen get, we appear like very small potatoes, but even little potatoes should get their share. The new men on the district are: T. J. Barry, Hamer, S. C.; O. S. Miller, Rowland, N. C.; Bro. A. W. Teague, Elrod, (not in 13a); J. C. Cald- well, “FY” tower, vice Bro. M. A. Bell, trans- ferred to Florence yard, and W. C. Cunningham, Wade, N. C. Bro. B. B. Allen, Beard, has been assigned third Benson, vice Bro. W. J. Tolar to Beard. Bro. C. J. Varner, of Rowland, has accepted a position as clerk in the Merchants' and Farmers Bank at that point. Congratulations. ( I^t’s try to send Bro. Bridgers to Wilmington with, a solid membership behind him. D. C. Columbia District — Have asked several members on the district to send me what notes they have each month, and will try to get in a line or two. Mr. Heard, who went to Winston-Salem as dis- patcher for the southbound, has returned to Flor- ence as acting manager in “FN.” The misunder- standing in regard to this will be handled. Bro. E. F. Seymour, assgined Denmark, was succeeded at Darlington by Bro. Massey, formerly of Division 97. Bro. M. R. Smith, agent Ansonville, N. C., has accepted a position as cashier in the Bank ot Anson. We wish him success. Outsiders recog- nise the worth of our members. A large number of cashiers of the banks in North Carolina and South Carolina are former employes of the A. C. L., most of whom still carry cards in our divi- sion. Bro. Smith will be very glad to hear from any of our members and to carry any deposits they want to make. Bro. W. H. Boice, of Morven, succeeded Bro. Smith. Bro. F. D. Hyatt has been transferred from Creston to Lynchburg third, and Bro. M. A. Bell, “FY” tower to third “WG” Florence yard. Bro. E. E. Stanley, from Division 154, re- lieved Mr. Snowden at Robbins, S. C., who went to “FN” Florence. Among our new brothers are: J. A. Smoak, Barnwell, and Richard Dantzler, Vance, S. C- Robbins agency and clerk-telegrapher position at Wadesboro on bulletin. Bro. E. L. Glover is in “FN” Florence, extra. ClACKER. Norfolk District — The telephones will probably be in operation by February 15th. Some 85 or 90 per cent of the men on this district now have a card good until June 30, 1913. Bro. G. H. Hale, married on January 1, 1913. is on an extended honeymoon trip through Florida. Bros. Harrell and Eure, of Hobgood, were both married during December; owing to their bashfulness we can’t give particulars. Bro. Nat Parker, assigned third Suffolk, was succeeded at Norfleet by Bro. J. P. Harrell. Bro. F. B. Marquette resigned Kingsboro agency, succeeded by I. H. Storey, Kingsboro second. Bro. G. C. Blow, copyist in Norfolk dispatcher’s office, is working as extra dispatcher in Tarboro. Wilmer Hopkins, former clerk at Tunis, has been assigned Palmar agency, vice Bro. C. H. Roberson, resigned. Bro. J. H. Ellen, extra, is on Whaley third. R. L. Moore, from Vandemere, is relieving Mr. Dewar, Everetts. Boys, get busy on the Misters; you see who they are. D. C. Wilmington District — Bro. E. R. Jones, our new local chairman, ap pointed to fill out the unexpired term of Bro. Foy, has taken hold of the work in earnest, and is handling matters very satisfactorily. We pre- dict he will be very successful if re-elected. Bro. J. J. Mishoe, cashier Chadbourn, relieves L. M. Stephens, clerk-telegrapher at Mullins, who takes the N. & S. C. agency there. Bro. C. C. Eason from Warsaw to Allens, S. C., agency, vice Bro. Lanier. Spout Spring agency on bulletin, vice Bio. Smith, also Warsaw third. Clerk-telegrapher position at Marion was placed on bulletin but withdrawn again as Bro. Davis decided to remain. ^ Business is getting so heavy that new passenger tracks will soon be put in at Burgaw and at Castle Hayne, on the W. & W., so the heavy trains can be passed more promptly. Digitized by Google '

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312 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Sam Berryman has been assigned second Whiteville. Bro. F. B. Van Sant, of Fair Bluff, on visit to relatives in the upper part of the State, was relieved by Mr. Cavanaugh. Bro. A. Frank Jones, of Boardman, went to McDonald agency. Now he wants the wires cut in as it’s too lonesome without hearing the instruments tick. Bro. Land, at Chadbourn, nominated for dele- gate to the Baltimore convention, declined, as it would be impossible for him to leave his sta- tion at that season of the year, right in the midst of the berry movement. D. C. Richmond District — The boys on this district arc very much in- terested in the nominations for delegates to the Baltimore convention. Bro. J. D. Ripley, agent at Battleboro, re- enters the telegraph service, relieved by Bro. T. T. Short,- relief agent, which position, $85.00, is on bid. Bro. W. F. Dickens has been assigned third Dunlop, Mr. Guilshan, second Weldon Yard, to third there, and Bro. F. W. Miles, of Pleasant Hill, to “RV” tower. I hope the brothers where the new. men are located will see that they have the proper invi- tation to cither transfer to this division or file an application for membership. D. C. Second Division, Charleston District — Day and night offices have been opened at Kffingham, Kingstrec, Moncks Corner, Green Pond, Sand Island and Bennetts, with three men at the two latter. Jacksonboro nightS closed, and one opened at Ravenel. Some sixteen new positions were cre- ated when these offices were opened. This is about the largest number usually opened at this season of the year. The double track from Charleston to Santee River is a big help in moving trains promptly. Bro. D. C. McMillan, from the Raleigh & Charleston, Fork, S. C., is now at Moncks Cor- ner. B. Hutto is the other new man there, no bids being filed for these positions when on bul- letin. H. K. Rogers gets second Ravenel and T. M. Allen, an old-timer, third. W. J. Bclger gets second Green Pond and R. B. Padgett third. Bro. Jacobs will hand them a set of blanks and show them the right way. Bros. W. M. Legare and C. R. Wilson get second and third Ridgeland, another new' office opened all night. O. C. Weatherford and W. C. Hart, both new' men, w-ere assigned second and third Effingham. Bros. S. M. Moore, R. S. Locklair and D. F. Brooker go to Bennett’s Yard, putting Bonneau second and third on bid. Geo. McElveen, formerly cashier at Marion, lately in the brokerage business, is on Kingstrec second and Bro. O. W. McKnight on third. Bro. E. L. Jones, Florida East Coast, gets first Sand Island, with B. A. McDonald and B. C. Addison on second and third.. F . W. Stanley gets Yemassee agency, vic<i Bro. E. M. Pate, transferred to Forreston agency. Night offices on the C. & S. side have been opened up at Ravenel, Green Pond, R:dgeland and Sand Island, Jacksonboro being only a day office now. Bro. Blair, second Yemassee, has been sick two weeks with pneumonia, relieved by Bro. Russell, extra, who later resigned. First Trick Dispatcher I'riar was a recent Mon- teith Sunday visitor, accompanied by Bros. Peal and Stanley from Yemassee. Bro. Zanders has gone west, relieved by a new man. Bro. Carr was off a few days recently hunting in the wilds of Beaufort County, and returned home with a splendid bag. Bro. Menges, of Rocky Mount, gave us a call recently. Bro. McCullough, dispatching now. took his holidays at home. We are glad to have him back on the Charleston end. We have a new' chief dispatcher, Mr. E. B. Rush, vice R. B. Bennett, promoted to Terminal trainmaster. We wish them a successful admin- istration. Messrs. Brooker and Locklair are among our new members. Bro. L. A. Gardner was off a few days recently. Bro. W. B. Guerard, from Hardeeville, is now w'ith the Southern, at St. George, S. C. We wish him success and rapid promotion. Boys, there is certainly plenty of organizing to be donq cn this district now. Let’s see if we can’t reduce the number of nons very ma- terially by the first of March. Help your local chairman out all you can. D. C. IV ay cross District — Bro. G. L. Champion, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Mansfield. Two new solid Pullman tourist trains, “Dixie Limited,” were put on January 5th betw-een Tifton and Waycross. Bro. E. F. Goodrum, of Albany, resigned, re- lieved by Mr. Parnell. Bro. Seekinger, of Albany, has entered other business, relieved by Mr. Mize. Bro. Bennett visited his home at Jesup a few days recently. Don’t fail to fill out and send in your informa- tion blanks for the use of the general committee in working up the new schedule. Brothers, get your “up to date” now. Don’t wait. The committee needs a solid backing, and the more up-to-date men there are, the better chance they have to get a new schedule. Bro. Sweat, from the A. B. & A., is on third Valdosta. Bro. Holland, of Boston, now' on the B. & VV. District, relieved Mr. Barnes a few days, owing to the death of his father. Later Mr. Barnes went to Sylvester nights. We welcome Bro. Singleton, at Pine Bloom, back into the fold again. Bro. J. R. Pope, of the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 313 C. of Ga., is on third “FN” Waycross, and Bro. Hack on second. Work has started on the new union station at Albany, and we will soon have a new* and modern terminal there. Be sure to vote at the election in February, and mail your ballots promptly to Bro. Williams, in order that he may decide the election and notify those elected as delegates. Also vote for local chairman in February. If you don’t receive a ballot, write Bro. Williams for one, in order that every member may vote and that there may be no confusion or mix-up. Any member who has a change made in Ills office, a new man come to work or a man to get off a day or so or leave the service, please notify the division correspondent on the wire or have Bro. Sasser tell him, so we may have a complete write-up from this district each month. It is a hard matter to get all the ncw'S without this assistance. Every little bit will be great’y appre- ciated. Get after the man at the next station. See if he has a card, and if not, notify the local chair- man. Keep after the non until he comes in. There have been -several changes on the district lately, but have been unable to get a line on them all. A. L. Pixley, Div. Cor. Savannah District — Notes for The Telegrapher should be mailed to the correspondent not later than the twentieth; otherwise they reach Bro. Quick too late, and go over until the next month. Bro. Hollahan has done so well since he has been local chairman that he seems to have no opposition. We are proud of him, and hope he will get the trip to Baltimore, as he deserves it. Block offices are now open and winter trains all on, which means big business for us. The mild weather north has not caused as many tour- ists to come to Florida as usual. Hortense agency, we understand, is soon to be made exclusive. It is. the only agency on the road where the agent has been required to work an interlocking plant located up stairs. A joint agency and railroad crossing on a line where traffic is heavy must certainly keep a man busy. Bro. A. P. Herrin is now at Shea. He has our sympathy in the death of his sister at Waynes- vi 11c, Ga. Bro. J. F. Ford, Division 31, assigned to second Ways. Bro. John Potvin, Division 43, is also at Ways. Bro. W. E. McCarger, third Ways, ex- pects to return to the Long Island Railroad after the block season. Burroughs and Fleming are solid now, as well as Ways Think the picture shows in Savannah keep a certain telegrapher, not far from North tower, from joining, but they don’t move him a bit when it comes around to accepting the increases we get for him. Bro. H. C. Cox, at Walthourville, “slid” over the broom, January 15th, at Allenhurst. Con- gratulations. Bro. R. L. Davis, extra, assigned third McIn- tosh. Bro., recently “Mr.,” E. R. Fuller, from third Ludow'ici to second Ludowici, and Bro. W. Bainbridge from Homestead to first Doctortown. Bro. J. A. Newton, formerly of Division 97. is at Burch, and Bro. J. J. Anderson, from the Jacksonville District, is on second Burch. Bro. W. C. LaFrage, extra, to fifth Jesup. Bro. S. J. Smith from Morgans Lake to second Raybon, and Mrs. Smith on first. We want to have the pleas- ure of calling her “Sister” before long. Bro. J. A. Tabor assigned Offcrman agency, vice Bro. Davis. Bro. S. E. Duren has returned to his old posi- tion at Hortense agency. Let’s make tVie Savannah District solid before the Baltimore convention, so Bro. Hollahan can get up and say he represents a district with over 125 positions, every one of which is held by an up-to-date member. D. C. CARD OF THANKS. McIntosh, Ga., January 1, 1913. Mr. W. A. Hollahan, Grand Crossing, Fla.: I beg to acknowledge receipt of copy of resolu- tions drawn up by the committee of Division 132 in sympathy with me at the death of my mother. I wish to convey to you and the other members of the committee my sincere appreciation for those expressions of love and sympathy, which show a true fraternal spirit in remembering a brother during his bereavements. Best wishes. Yours fraternally, Robt. L. Davis. Third Division, Jacksonville District — I think we should have some local meetings on this district occasionally. There is nothing that creates as much interest among the members as a well-attended, live meeting, while a poorly attended one will dampen the enthusiasm. Get after every non around you and don’t let up until you get him. Don’t allow one to stay in the same town and often in the same office with you for six months without ever finding out if he is a member. Show him your card and ask him to show his. Make him show he is a mem- ber; then show him you are a brother. If he is not a member, make him one as soon as possible. Bro. V. A. McCorvey has been transferred from Orlando to Rands yard. Bostwick agency has been assigned to Bro. R. D. McAlpine, a recent convert. J. H. Decker is at Polk street, Tampa. Bro. Q. D. Clark, from the Grand, is at Seville. # Hope the Jax District will be represented in Baltimore with two good men. We are sure Bro. Wheeler will be one of them, and would like to see Bro. Tedder the other. Gator. Gaineszille District — Edgar agency has been transferred from Bro. Davis to Bro. R. H. Gano. Relief agency now on bulletin. Bro. Ellis has taken the agency at Haines City on thi Jackson ville District, vice E. D. Neel, resigned. Digitized by Google

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314 The Railroad Telegrapher. Second Leesburg is on bulletin. A number of other positions, mostly temporary, were filled by new men. Bro. H. M. Martin, local chairman, was off a few days at Palatka, relieved by Bro. N. Me- Masters, from the D. & H., who later went to St. Petersburg as ticket clerk and telegrapher. Don’t think Bro. Martin has no opposition for re-elec- tion, as there are several live ones, wanting to take the trip to Baltimore in May. Bro. Priester bid in union station ticket agency at Lake Butler. One of our best jobs, “YN” Jacksonville, is open for bids, vice a non, whom we are glad to lose. There are many new men on the district, and it is the duty of every member to use all his or her persuasive powers to secure their applications. A brother from North Carolina, who recently came through Florida on a bridal trip, told Bro. Williams on his return that he did not meet a single non while he was in the State. He might have found a few had he stopped at some of the stations on the Gainesville District. This report is very gratifying, however, and it should inspire us to greater efforts to make it a reality. D. C. Lakeland Distnct — Felicia nights has been abandoned and an office opened at Holder nights instead. Dunnellon agency, vice Bro. Lassiter, is on bulletin, H. Sib- ley, former bill clerk there, the only bidder. Bro. C. A. Robinson is now traveling auditor for this district, relieved at Lakeland agency by Bro. A. L. Orrell, from Darlington, S. X., Colum- bia Distnct. J. L. Brandon, of Gardner, on leave, was re- lieved by F. Flick, a new man. E. T. Mulquin, resigned as C. D., succeeded by John O’Donald, formerly local chairman and general secretary and treasurer of this division, and member of the first general committee. We are very glad to see John get this well-deserved promotion. Bro. W. R. Lott, first Trilby, local chairman on the A. B. & A. before coming to this line, has been nominated for local chairman to succeed Bro. W. Brantley. If elected, he will make a good man for the place, but will have to hustle pretty lively to keep up to Bro. Brantley’s record, even with the heavy agency he has been working for some time, but Bro. Lott is on the main line at an eight-hour junction point, and will be well situated to look after the office in fine shape. • “KD” Lakeland, first and second High Springs, Trilby second and Holder nights are on bulletin. D. C. C. C. C. & St. L. R y. Indianapolis Diznsion, “Big Four " — Let’s begin right by taking out a card and keeping one all year. “CG” tower, Anderson, opened as a block office; the “Panhandle” is furnishing the men. E. B. Padgett was recently appointed chief dispatcher, vice W. H. Miller, transferred. Let’s show our new boss we are willing to do our share. Mr. - Dicks bid in first Eastwood with Mr. Smith on second, and Mr. Terrel third, vice Mr. Sentman. C. L. Baughman, third post, resigned. Telegraphers Thomas and Rome are on second and third on bulletin, and Telegrapher Torrence on thi/d Fortville during bulletin. Mr. Lister is on second Taft. Mr. Stevens hav- ing bid in second Anderson Depot and Bro. Mc- Alhaney bid in second South Anderson. Bro. Ehle and Mr. Harvey had to double at Gridley recently while Mr. Riffle was off. Bro. Meldrum, second Chesterfield, is on second at Gridley, relieved by Mr. Blanchard. Bro. Kautz- man, bid in third Muncie Depot, relieved on first Dolby by Bro. Myers, relieved by Mr. McIntyre. Mr. Johnson is on second Hart, vice Bro. New- farmer, who bid in second Muncie Depot. Bros. Jenkins and DcBoben had to double at Vance several days during Christmas. Mr. Kirk off with a strained wrist. Mr. Flinn bid in second Connor. He has that regular job now for the card as promised. Mr. Hiatt is on third Winchester during bulle- tin. “Sunny Tkliller,” first Elroy, off sick, was relieved by C. L. Weakley, relieved by Mr. Key. Bro. Kerr, agent Houston, still on the sick list, relieved by Ginther, from Lamb, and he by Mr. Hollopeter. Bro. Atkinson is on first Spafford, vice Bro. Hess, who bid in first Quincy. Mr. Amspaugh is on second Spafford. Joe Hedges, agent Pemberton, is on the* sick list, relieved by Bro. Frank Dick; Shoemaker, a new man, on second. Mr. Hedges is on second Quincy, vice Bro. Barbee, who bid in second DeGraff. Frank (Skinney) Thatcher bid in third DeGraff. Mr. Jackson is on second Gretna, during bul- letin. Mr. Binegar is back in the dispatcher’s office. Mr. Stamm is on third “BN” Yard, while “Nancy” Hanks is working in the dispatcher’s office. Mr. Burkett is distributing cars vice Charles White who went to “BN” as night yardmaster. A. B. General Office — Hurrah for A. B. It is now solid, with nine- teen members all told. It is now Bros. W. O. Setty, Shaff and Paramore, whom we welcome to our ranks. Local Chairman Sullivan is sure doing good work in this office. Bro. L. H. Morris spent his honeymoon on a trip to Chicago, Monticello and Mansfield, Ill- lasting about ten days. Congratulations and best wishes from all the boys in A. B. are extended to the happy couple. If the boys in “PS” will only line up with us now we would surely cut a big figure when it comes time to make a new schedule. We have two good brothers in “PS” now and if they will do a little work on those nons maybe we can get them. They surely can not say they haven’t the money now, when they have been presented with $7.00 per month since August 1st by the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 315 men who stuck together and got the new schedule. Let every brother try to get these fellows in line. We have been unable to attend any of the division meetings at Muncie for some time, as it is a hard trip, and if trains happen to be a lit- tle late, which they generally are, it causes most of us to be up all night. We hope to arrange to have a club at Indianapolis before long, where we can have meetings two or three times a month. Let us all get together now and keep “AB” solid. Div. Co*. Cincinnati-Sandusky Division — We meet the third Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Building, West Main street. Spring- field, Ohio, and have been having some rousing good meetings. You brothers who have not been attending have certainly missed some good times. Come up. There’s always something doing. We would like to see all the boys out, and we will have an old-time-experience meeting. Bros. Red Armstrong and McMahon are hus- tling for new members with good success. If you can’t land the non working with you, just let Red or Mack know, and the chances are that after they get through with him he will either be a good O. R. T. maij or he will be so ashamed of himself he will quit. Bro. Webber, “AK” tower, bought a fine turkey and sent it to his son, expecting to be able to get away to help eat it on Christmas, but when the crucial moment came he could not get away. He has had indigestion ever since, just the same. Bro. Ncese, of Glen Echo, heard that Dispatcher Liggett was disappointed in getting a goose for his New Year’s dinner, and finally secuted one for him at Tremont that had been the pride of that village for many years, and sent it to Joe, but failed to send a cross-cut saw with which to dissect it, an<F it is still in the fireless cooker. A snapshot of Bro. Frank Raff, third Urbana, transferring mail since the parcel post went into effect, shows him pushing a truck of mail, with a hull pup tied to one leg, a pig to the other, a jug in one hand and an “I got you, Steve” expression on his benign countenance. Bro. Russell, second West Liberty, was off two weeks sick, relieved by Telegrapher Williams, of the Panhandle, who went to first Delaware. Thomas Harrigan, extra in the dispatcher’s office, left his home at Bowlusville on the morn- ing of January 6th in the usual health and was found dead shortly after about 100 feet from the traction office. He was well liked and just lately entered the service. He had in previous years carried a card and dropped out when he engaged in other business, but intended to rejoin in Janu- ary. This is another warning: ‘‘Never put off until tomorrow that which can be done today.” Third Galloway and Deer Creek opened recently, owing to heavy business on Columbus branch. Mr. Rose was at the former until bid in by Mr. Compton, of Dennison avenue, who has purchased a new home and will go into the chicken business there in spring. Mr. Long is on third Deer Creek. Bro. C. A. Slagle, of Grooks, was in Spring- field recently on business. Bro. Fred Jinkins, of Brooks, has moved from Plattsburg to the country and will also go into the chicken business. We wish them all success in their new business. Bro. J. J. Dorsey, of Plattsburg, spent Christ- mas and New Year's with his mother at Piqua, relieved by Bro. Jinkins, relieved at Brooks by Mr. Hope, a beginner. ,We trust he will start right by getting an “up to date.” Mr. Swartz, of Myers, bid in second Spring- field yards, relieved by Bro. A. F. Zellner. Understapd it was an error that second trick Miami Crossing was on bid this month. Bros. Meehan, of Springfield yard; Raff, of Urbana, and Dispatcher Ed Crane went to Cin- cinnati January 14th to see the high water. When Raff* saw the turbulent angry waters he turned to Crane and said: “Gee, Jumbo, is all water that color? I am glad I don’t drink it.” In future Bro. Barnhardt, of Myers, will handle the correspondence for the Columbus branch, and Bro. C. A. Stewart, Glen Echo, for the Sandusky Division. Anything sent either one of these brothers will be thankfully received. Come on, boys, let’s have a write-up each month. C A. Stewart, Div. Cor. Chicago and White Water Divisions — Some members have had a little bother getting -their cards, etc., owing to the fact that they had changed their addresses several times and had not notified the proper parties of the fact. When you change your address, notify George Laven- good, general secretary-treasurer, Alexandria, Ind., and L. W. Quick, grand secretary-treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. The high water at Cincinnati made everyone perform the usual stunt in that vicinity, trains going only as far as Storrs, but everything is back to about normal now. Probably there have been the usual number of happenings, but no one has sent a line except one brother. ' Fraternally, A. J. Horhung. Maine Central R. R. Bro. H. R. Withee, formerly agent at Bart- lett, N. H., has been appointed general agent at Lewiston, Maine, with jurisdiction over Lewis- ton Upper, Auburn and Lewiston Lower. A handsome Masonic charm and chain was presented Bro. Withee by the Mountain Division employes in token of the high esteem in which he is held by them. Bartlett agency was bid in by C. E. Allen, of first there. Sebago Lake, Maine, transferred to G. H. Wedge, vice Mr. Staples, who bid off Pittsfield, Maine. To substitute “Bro.” for “Mr.” in the above two instances is the duty of some ener- getic brother. Bro. Travers has been assigned to Fabyans agency, vice Bro. McLaughlin. Rro. Travers has Digitized by Google

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316 The Railroad Telegrapher. been relieving at Hiram, Redstone and other points during the winter. Bro. Whittaker has been substituting at Glen for Bro. Burnell. Bro. Redmun, formerly of Leeds Jet. second, bid in Rumford Jet. third, vice Mr. Robinson, resigned. H. B. Lawrence bid in Vassalboro agency, re- lieved by Bro. Rogers filling in at second “NO” Maine Jet. H. M. Parsons resigned Brooks, Maine, agency, is now- clerk and telegrapher at Sebago Lake. It is now Bros. Conley and McGee at New Gloucester; Bro. Rosebush, Leeds* Jet.; Bro. Dag- gett, at Monmouth, and Bro. Robinson, at Anna- bessacook, which all goes to show that it pays to advertise. Bro. Curran of Lewiston third, is sick, being relieved by Mr. Davis at Brooks, until that sta- tion was bid off by the third trick man at “NO” Maine Jet. A notice to General Chairman Hobbs from Gen- eral Manager McDonald, advised that on January i, 1913, the telegraphers’ schedule would extend over the Somerset, Washington County and Har mony branches, is good news to those fellows. Extra calls and Sunday overtime will soon pay for the cost of carrying an up-to-date card, and you fellows on those branches much now realize that you come in for the same considtra'i. n in conferences with the management as main-line employes, and whatever benefits you gain from our schedule are the benefits gained only through organization and keeping organized and staying organized. I am, at this writing, unable to tell who are candidates for local chairman and delegates to the Grand Division, as nominating circulars are not out yet. I do know, however, that I have made six different personal appeals to eligible men, to allow me to place their names in nomination for chairman, but up to the present I have met with but little encouragement. This goes to show that, although the rank and file would have you understand that their idea of a local chairman is an individual, who has his self ad- vancement in view at all times, with the mem- bership only of secondary consequence, there is no one who reaches out voluntarily and offers to serve two years, and be the recipient of some pretty rough stuff, to put it pretty straight. There is no denying the fact, that there have been times during the past two years, when I have been' thoroughly discouraged and discon- solate at the attitude of some good well-meaning brothers, who have allowed themselves to listen to gossip, then pass it along with good measure to the next well-meaning brother. Then again these times would be supplanted by the encourage- ment leceived from sources entirely unloosed for. and you would again feel glad you were living, and what little you were trying to ac- complish was appreciated. I’m not trying to scare anyone out of a job, hut. 011 the other hand, let a suitable candidate get nominated for my job and he won’t have to buy my vote to get it. But just bear in mind all the while, that somebody has got to do it. E. J. Hayes, Asst. Gen. Chairman. Green Bay & Western R. R. There has been no write-up in The Telec* rather from this division since the first one, about three months ago. We all like to read articles in The Telegraphed, especially from our own division, but in order to do so, someone must furnish the news. So if some of the brothers will send a few items each month to our secretary, this matter will be attended to. Miss Rcisinger, agent Hatfield, enjoyed a few weeks’ vacation during January, relieved by Z. Ensign, extra. Bro. Hancock, after relieving Mr. Fowzer, at Manawa, took a little vacation, and has resumed his duties as agent at Taylor. Bro. C. L. Ensign has returned to Arnott, after a ten-day vacation, relieved by Mr. 'Strom- berg, extra. Bro. E. J. Clifford, formerly agent at Am- herst Jet., has transferred to Division No. 23, C. M. & St. P. Ry. Bro. L. C. Durga, formerly agent at Plover, resigned on account of poor health, is now at Flanagan, 111. with a lumber concern. The brothers will all be pleased to know’ that wc have received a letter from him, in which he says his health is very much improved. Bro. Durga is still a member of this division in good standing. He and Mrs. Durga have the best wishes of all the brothers, and we hope to see him back with us again in the near iuture. Cert. i. Grand Trunk Wegtern Ry. The meeting recently held at • the I O? O. F. Hall, at Durand, Mich., was a corker, and all who were not there missed something worth their time. Some did ftot get there on account of the misunderstanding in changing the date. Bro. Campbell, our Third Vice-President, gave us a very interesting talk, which we all enjoyed. When Bro. Campbell once gets started he can think of a lot of things to tell you that you never thought of. We discussed several questions and w'ent over the new schedule which our committee has just returned from preparing to put before the management shortly. Those at the meeting were: F. S. Robinson, Holly, Mich.; F. E. Thomas, Dufficld,. Mich. ; L. M. Eddy, general chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; D. Campbell, third vice-president, Toronto, Canada; F. O. Willie, Clarkstown, Mifch.; S. E. Beck, Wm. Wait, A. H. Thatcher and F. A. Thomas, Durand, Mich.; F. Card, Valparaso, Ini.; Chas, Collins, Charlotte, Mich.; H. H. Fairchilds, Geo. Holden and Charlotte S. Day, Swartz Creek, Mich.; E. B. Clark, Belsay, Mich.; G. E. Wher- rett. South Bend, Ind. ; M. P. Brophy, Port Huron, Mich,; R. R. McConnell and E. 1). Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 317 Hawn, Haslett, Mich.; W. F. Westwood, Belvue, Mich.; A. E. McNamara, Drayton Plains, Mich.; B. O. Buttler and G. F. Burns, Flint, Mich. ; E. E. Carl, Daviesburg, Mich., and your truly. Bro. Homing, or Eldson, has gone to the C. G. W. Ry. We wish him success. Some brother, on the west end, nail Mr. Shuey on his promises; also B. Strigo, of Holley, Mich. Lenox has been made a three-trick office. Bro. Thatcher, third Durand, was recently married. Congratulations. Mr. Chambers, of the C. & A., relieved Mr. Smith, of Durand. It is now Bro. F. A. Thomas, just been promoted to dispatcher there, and we wish him the best of success. Agents recently appointed were: Brooks, C. & I. S. Crossing; Emmis, passenger agent, 47th St., Chicago; King, Detroit, Mich.; Haynes, Pontiac, Mich.; Lampkin, Owosso, Mich., and Fuller, Mus- kegon, Mich. Bro. Clifford, third Lapeer, Mich., attended a party at Emmett recently. Superintendent Cunningham has resigned, and U. E. Gillen has been appointed general superin- tendent .Western lines, with offices at Chicago. J. Ehrke superintendent over main line Divisions 25 and 26 of G. T. Systems; J. Caldwell, super- intendent over the Detroit Divisions and Durand Terminals, Districts 27, 28, 29 and P. O. & N. Ry.,. with headquarters at Detroit, Mich. We wish them success. Let each of us do our best and show them what we arc. * The Order of Trainmen has had several con- ductors who were discharged some time back returned. Local Chairman McNamara recently went to Fenton, Mich., and returned with the application of E. J. Niles, and secured several other promises in that vicinity. Capac, Mich., now has three men, with Mr. Wardcll on third. It is now Bros. Lace and Covely, second and third. Granger, Ind. Oak Glenn, Mich., new agency, has been opened up. F. F. Botwell will now need a new card to go with the new depot. Some brother talk it over with him. Bro. Case attended the meeting at South Bend, January 10th, and reports a small crowd on account of trains being two to three hours late, and a rainy night. Bros. Eddy and Hogue ar- rived at 11 p. m. instead of 7 p. m. as expected. Bro. Donaldson secured the application of former Bro. F. H. Wilder, of Armada, Mich. We are glad to have him back again. Business is on the boom, and the company has added a few more new engines of the very latest type, the best the G. T. W. ever had. A. Neil, helper, Clarkstown, gets Anderson, his first job. Bro. Campbell, at the Durant meeting, said that the success of the C. P. Ry., which has one of the best schedules out, was due to the fact that they put their general chairman on a salary and had him do nothing else but look out for their welfare. He was placed in that position three years ago, the road then being very poor in membership and financially. But from that time on it has gained very fast, and the experiment .was a success from the start to finish, and today it has one of the very best schedules in existence. All interested should write Bro. D. Campbell, third vice-president, Order Railroad Telegraphers, No. 9 Cherokee Ave., Center Island, Toronto, Canada. Bro. Ettinger is now on third and Bro. Alex- ander on second Davison, Mich. Thanks to Bro. Case for the news he sent in. All should do the same. It will help out won- derfully. Let’s everybody boost. Stub. Virginian Ry. First and Second Dhnsions — We are all enthusiastic over the good work of perfecting our organization, making it possible for our general committee to go before the man- agement, and the brothers did a great amount of hard work bringing the nons into camp. We still have a few nons, and every member must appoint himself an organizer and land the man working with or next to him. Most of them promised to get right next pay day, but we will never be able to accomplish the desired results on promises. Send applications to Bro. J. E. Goodwin and get behind the general committee in its attempt to better your conditions. The meeting at the Lorainc Hotel, Norfolk, December 21, was quite a success, and all who attended enjoyed the evening, one new member being initiated. Bro. Chappel, of Sebrell, w.as the only out-of-town brother present. We may hold regular monthly meetings at Norfolk later on. National Organizer Bro. J. C. Schroedcr re- cently covered the system, secured several new members and straightened us out on points with which we were not familiar. Boys, don’t forget your semi-annual dues. Re- mit Bro. Goodwin promptly and get your new card. He is anxiously awaiting your remittance in order to close his books for the old year and make a clean start for the new one. The recent increase of 10 per cent which went into effect December 1st was greatly appreciated, but still leaves our rate of pay so low, to say nothing of our working conditions, when com- pared with the Norfolk & Western, a parallel line. The Virginian can operate with less ex- pense than any of its competitors, and we see no reason why a telegrapher on the Norfolk & Western should reefcive $20 more per month than a man hoding a similar position on the Virginian. The company is doing a large business, and wre should not be held down ^o a minimum of $55 and $60 per month, with no working agreements whatever, but should receive a fair compensation Digitized by Google

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318 The Railroad Telegrapher. in return for our labor. To achieve the desired results thorough organization is necessary. Now a telegrapher who has been on the road six weeks has just as much right as one who has been here six years. Let us keep up the good work until our membership stands 100 per cent strong. It is time we were thinking about who we are going to vote for for delegate and alternate to the national convention in Baltimore in May. There are several, no doubt, who would appreci- ate this honor, but we all can’t go, and as we can have only one delegate, we should get the very best man we can find. Mr. Gettle, first Victoria, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Strickland, third Sewalla Point, and he by Mr. Vaughan, extia. Bro. Powers, third Carolina, and his sister, Miss Ruth, made an enjoyable trip to North Carolina recently. We can now say Bro. Boone at South Norfolk, which makes that point solid; also Bros. Cramer, Brock and Vaughan at Seneca, which makes that point solid. It is also Bros. Hamer at Brookneal and Thrasher at Moneta. Bro. Gardner, of Sebrel, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Chappell on third, and he by Mr. Vaughan, extra. Bro. Hall, of Sebrel, off a few days, relieved by Bro. Chappell, third, and he by Mr. Vaughan. W. L. Cohen, agent Burdette, transferred to Gardener Jet., relieved by Bro. Collier, clerk from Kembridge. Boys, don’t forget to send in your news items by the 20th, and enable me to get them to St Louis in time for publication. B. I.* Allsbrook, Correspondent, General Delivery, Norfolk, Va. Midland Valley R. R. There was no write-up in The Telegrapher last month, because the writer was on the road and couldn’t find time to write, but I had the opportunity of meeting each one of the boys and it did me a world of good. We have a few nons left, but if you boys will help me we can soon land them. Mr. Smith’s wife, at Belle Plaine, has been sick for the last three or four months. Mr. Harris, at Ark City, was recently married. He needs a card now more than ever. G. B. Homan, agent Greenwood, has just returned from a two weeks’ vacation. Among the recent new members are: Agents R. E. Curtis, Midland; M. L. Hunt, Excelsior, and G. M. Hurd, Bixby; and Telegraphers H. D. Morrison, Tulsa; L. Cooper.. Pawhuska; II. A. Rau, Oxford, Kan.; N. E. Geist, Avant; A. C. Fitzgerald, Foraker, and several others. This looks mighty encouraging. Bro. W. S. Cole, agent Blackland, has just returned from his vacation at Lincoln, Ark.; relieved by B. F. Edwards, from St. Louis Transfer. Bro. C. H. Acklin, Skiatook, has beoQ trying to get a vacation for some time, but agents are mighty scare who are competent to hold Skiatook. Bro. W. N. Robinson, agent Glennpool, has resigned and gone with the Texas Oil Co. Bro. J. H. Clendenin, telegrapher at Pawhuska. recently dispatcher, time-keeper and car clerk there, is now with the Gulf Pipe Line in Texas. Bro. G. M. Hurd has our heartfelt sympathy in the death of his mother. He was relieved by E. C. Rogers, from the Frisco, and hfc son, Aubrey, while he attended the funeral in Illinois. Bro. Atkinson is now on first Stigler, relieved at Pawhuska by Bro. L. Cooper, formerly at Excelsior nights, vice B. F. Spencer, who relieved the writer while on the road. Bro. J. W. Keith is back after an extended visit in Texas. Bro. R. B. Partlow, formerly first trick extra dispatcher here, is now extra dispatcher at Sapulpa for the Frisco. Let’s all pull together and see how good wc can railroad, answer all messages promptly and help the telegraph service all we can. Always ask the dispatcher for permission to leave the office and say how long you want to be gone. Get our time rolls in on time as well as the monthly report and avoid being wired for them. That will go a whole lot towards our getting a schedule, and any time we get 90 per cent strong, I am ready to help start the ball rolling. Let’s all pull together and railroad for one month or more then ask for something that is right. Cert. 3168. Missouri, Kansas A Texas Ry. Shreveport, Division — On account of shortage of men none of the boys got off for the Christmas holidays. The “Katy” can not get men to stick on about ten or fifteen of their small stations, on this division, and it keeps the traveling auditor and route agent busy making transfers on account of the small salaries they pay and their antagonism to the O. R. T. W. E. Beggs, agent at Winnsboro, Tex., for twenty-four years, was dismissed recently, “serv- ices unsatisfactory,” I understand. Mr. Beggs scabbed on the telegraphers during the “Katy” strike in 1904. I suppose he realizes now that he should have carried an up-to-date. C. B. Crabb, cashier Winnsboro, who relieved Mr. Beggs, was relieved by G. P. Howard, a new man. Bro. II. G. King, Winnsboro days, has resigned and gone to the T. & P., relieved by Mr. Brinker, from west yard, Greenville, and he by a new man. E. E. Blackburne, Winnsboro nights, also resigned, relieved by a new man. Mr. Nichols, at Como, dismissed for violating rule “G,” was relieved by Mr. Morton, from Alba, and be by Mr. Mathews, from Pittsburg. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 319 Newsome will be opened in a few days for business. The “Katy" lost between $50,000 and $75,000 cotton by fire in Greenville yards a few weeks ago, most of which was on flats on account of the shortage of box cars. Cert. 1620. Des Moines O. R. T. Club. This club has been growing very rapidly. The new cards are now ready and we hope every member in the club will secure a new card and every O. R. T. brother on the roads running into Des Moines will also apply for a card. It only costs fifty cents and the good will that comes from having one is more than worth the price, whether we can attend all the meetings or not. Several out on the main line have cards who will never be able to attend. % ■*fhe next two meetings will be in the assembly rooms of the Kirkwood Hotel, at Des Moines, February 16th and March 16th. Election of offi- cers will take place at the February meeting. . Bro. A. F. Anderson was at both the afternoon and evening meetings on January 19th, which were well attended. Mr. Urick, of Des Moines, President of the Iowa State Federation of Labor, and Gov. Clark’s choice for State Labor Com- missioner, gave a Very interesting talk. Oihers present who talked to the boys were: J. A. New- man, of Chicago, first vice-president O. R. T.; Bros. A. L. Coleman and Bailey, of the C. G. W., and General Chairman W. T. Brown, of the C. R. I. P. “MS" office, Rock Island lines, was well represented and three of the boys from “VJ" and “BR," also Bro. Myers from Colfax were there. The boys out on the line should make a belter effort to attend these meetings as there can be great things accomplished if these meetings are well attended. Among those present from the Milwaukee-Des Moines Division were: Bros. Kudje, Nelson, Cun- ningham, Hayett and Price. S. S, P., Club Cor. Omaha Railroad Telegraphers’ Club. The regular meeting held at the Paxton Hotel on January 2d was well attended by the regular “stand-patters," and an enjoyable evening was spent. The first O. R. T. Club dance of the season was given at Chamber’s Academy, Omaha, on the evening of Tuesday, January 7, 19*3* The hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion, and everything possible was done to make it the best of the year. Lemp’s chime 9rchestra furnished the music. On account of the severe cold weather — “young" blizzard — the attendance was small, but everyone had a most enjoyable evening, includ- ing the committee, who, on account of the small number, were not required to work so much as at our last dance. Bro. and Mrs. F. P. Vybiral, of the Union Pa- cific, came in from Schuyler and spent an enjoy- able evening. The Snow didn’t seem to “spoil" F. P. ; he was all there. The balance of those attending were mostly members of the club in Omaha and Council Bluffs and their friends. The thermometer was hovering around the zero and five above zero mark that evening, which ac- counts for the small number attending. The regular meeting on January 16th, m the Paxton Hotel, was well attended, the usual “live" members not being afraid to get their feet wet. We had some nice music by Bro. Summerfield, of Ft. Crook, and our amiable musical iriend “Mac," and an enjoyable evening was had. Refresh- ments were served to all hands, and, after talking over a few matter of business pertaining to our dance to be given April 3d, the meeting ad- journed. More of the boys in the city offices should come to our meetings. Everyone is of sufficient interest to rephy any telegrapher for any little inconven- ience he may have experienced in attending them. Matters of interest are brought up at each meet- ing, and nearly every meeting we are able to get enough of our orchestra there to have some ex- cellent music and refreshments with a light lunch- eon served. Boys, don’t forget our next dance, April 3, 1913. Announcement will be made in Omaha papers. More elaborate preparations are being made than ever to make this a most brilliant affair, the same excellent music will keep the dancers going, as at our previous two dances. The club dues, due January 1st, are only 50 cents the half year, and no initiation fee. All O. R. T. members are welcome to our meetings, and any O. R. T. member holding an up-to-date card may become a member. Club Cor. The Topeka O. R. T. Club. The meeting on December 26th called to order at 8:45 p. m., with President Stover in the chair, who made a very interesting address in which he called attention to the fact that Bro. E. Pringle was a candidate for local chairman, Kan- sas Division, and in view of his excellent work and interest shown at our meetings urged the members to vote for him at the coming election. Bro. Edwards, G. S. & T., 126, made one of his excellent addresses, telling of the good work in the pa9t six months and thanking all the mem- bers for their co-operation and individual efforts in making the Rock Island solid. Bro. Avery gave an excellent address which was thoroughly enjoyed, followed by Bros. Pringle, Hawkins, O’Grady and Carver. Bro. Pringle suggested that as the club was organized in June and that the officers were elected for one year that the clause in our con- stitution, reading “officers will be elected the first meeting in February," be waived, and the pres- Digitized by Google

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320 The Railroad Telegrapher. club. Mr. Hart, of the U. P., gave a pleasant talk pledging us his support in the future. Short talks were also made by Bros. Logan, Powell, Dillingham and Munzcr. The coming election of officers and delegates was thoroughly discussed and each member urged to take more interest in it than has been taken in the past. Meeting adjourned at 11.00 p. m. Sec'y. ent officers remain in office until February, 1914. A motion to that effect was made and carried, that the present officers remain in office for another year. Bro. V. L. Owens, of the Missouri Pacific, gave us a very interesting address, telling us of the work on the M. P., and that he would endeavor to get more of the M. P. boys interested in the Digitized by v^ooQle

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CRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due January 1, 1913. Time^for payment expires February 28, 1913. AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On * 300 00 (Series A) $2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) 7 20 per year BENEFITS PAID i/URING JANUARY, 1913. Claim Cbrt. No. Name. Cause. Div. No. Series. Amt. 1383. .Jas. Ewins Purulent Septicemia and Infection 21. .30233. .A. .$ 300 1390. .John B. McPeek.. . Tuberculosis 33 . .24279. . B . . 500 1391. George Pelletier Accidental Gun Shot Wound. ... 35. . 11962. . B. . 500 1393 . . Edward K. Carr Pulmonary Hemorrhage 53 . . 30039 . . A . . 300 1397 . . Roy W. Estey Typhoid Fever 83 . . 17100 . . A . . 300 1398. Alex. M. Forsyth Struck by Train 37. . 1051. .C. . 1,000 1400. . Emil O. Jacobson Acute Pulmonary Tuberculosis. . . 91 . .27551 . :A . . 300 1101. .Norman S. Cashner Organic Heart Disease 21. . 296. . B. . 500 1402 . . Andrew R. Harkleroad . . Uremia * 59 . . 24248 . . B . . 500 1404. .Israel E. Myre Phthisis Pulmonary. . . 16. .24166. .C. .*1,000 1405. .Henry C. Wormley Pneumonia 17. .20320. . B. . 500 1406. .Chas. A. Doyle Paralysis 23. . 9910. .A. . 300 1407. .W. B. Cregar Operation for Appendicitis 46. . 9672. .C. . 1,000 1408. .Evert H. Huisinga Encephalitis 23. .26193. .C. . 1,000 1409 Milford G. Watson Struck by Train 1 . 8008. . B. . 500 FINANCIAL STATEMENT— MORTUARY FUND Receipts. Received on Assessment Account to December 31, 1912 $1,215,367.91 Received on Assessment Account January, 1913 23,486.27 $1,238,854.18 Disbursements. Death Claims paid to December 31, 1915J $ 852,381.47 Death Claims paid in January 8,500.00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,644.44 Assessments transferred to dues 249.48 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, January 31, 1913 376,078.79 $1,238,854.18 L. W. QUICK, Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by Google 888888888888888

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322 The .Railroad Telegrapher. Official Directory General Offices, St. Louis, Mo. GRAND OFFICERS. H. B. PERHAM President St. Louis, Mo. J. A. NEWMAN First Vice-President Flat “B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, 111. D. CAMPBELL Third Vice-President 205 Jarvis St., Toronto, Ont. BOARD OF George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. Geo. E. Joslin, Box L. W. QUICK Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. J. J. DERMODY Fourth Vice President 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. DIRECTORS. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box 87, Springfield, Mo. 266, Centerdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Gates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION — Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perham; President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Rys. Meets subject to call of Chairman. F. A. Parent, Gen’l Chair- man Grand Trunk Ry., Casselman, Ont.; R. L. Harrop, Gen’l Chairman Grand Trunk Pacific Ry., Justice, Man.; D. L. Shaw, Gen’l S. & T., London, Ont. No. 2, ST. LOUIS, MO. — Meets 1st and 3d Mondays each month at 8 p. m.. Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor, Masonic Temple (Odcon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher, 7th floor. Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; E. E. Aber, S. & T., 389s Washington Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C., St. P., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, General Chairman, 227 West Central ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tenney, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st., Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Quin- cey. La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6 — Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Box 294, Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging, Local Chairman, Nebraska Division, Eg bert, Wyo.; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman, Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman, Colorado Division, Box 11, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman, Kansas Division, 125 Colorado st., Manhattan, Kan. No. 7 — Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 295, Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gen’l S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8 — Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gcn’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T., Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs, N. Y. Western and Rochester Division — Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at Rochester, N. Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. in., at 148 N. Salina st., Syracuse, N. Y., in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman, Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N. Y. A. E. Blim, Local Chairman Station Dept.. Western Division, Chili Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division — Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m., at 510 State st., over Fagan’s real estate Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 323 office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall on Devereaux st., at 8 p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Signalmen, 96a State st., Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Station Men, 10a Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook Division — Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o'clock. Odd Fellows' Hall, East Erie ave.. Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chairman, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek District — Meets ad Tuesday each month at 8 p. m. in Mechanics' Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Ter- minal— Meets ad Wednesday at 9:30 a. m. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg., Lexington ave., cor. East 125th st.. New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairman of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st.. Mount Vernon, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrut 2, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo Division — Regular meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tues- day evening in January, March, May, July, September and November and on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meet- ings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman.. O. A. Siehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y., Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. F. G. Bou telle. Local Chairman, Chauncey, N. Y. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. & L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gcn'l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind^; M. T. Parks, G. S. & T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen’l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. No. 16 — Division covers the Michigan Central Railroad. Meets 3d Monday each month at 7:30 p. m. Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen'l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; J. H. Staley, Gen’l S. & T., Box 903, Welland. Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad (lines east pf Pittsburg and Erie). J. F. Miller, General Chairman, No. 2916 Huntingdon ave., Baltimore, Md.; G. E. Nightingale, Ge\'l S. & T., Newfield, N. J. Baltimore Division — Meets at Huntingdon Hall, cor. Huntingdon ave. and 25th st., Baltimore, Md., 3d Friday each month. T. E. Fidler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Allegheny Division — Meets subject to call of Chairman. O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Fox- burg, Pa. Pittsburg Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, 2011 Eleventh ave., Altoona, Pa. Middle Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. A. L. Rex, Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot, Pa. Cone- maugh Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 White- field st, Pittsburg, Pa. Monongahela Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, 243 Fifth st.. Homestead, Pa. Tyrone Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. A. Fetzer, Local Chairman, Milesburg, Pa. Renovo Division — Meets at call of Chairman. B. J. Kane, Local Chairman, R. F. D. 3, Emporium, Pa. Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — Meets at call of Chairman. A. C Grieb, Locll Chairman, Nisbet, Pa. Sanbury Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. C. . Vandling, Local Chairman, Mifflinville, Pa. Maryland Division — Meets at call ofk Chairman. H. B. Arrison, Local Chairman, Northeast, Md. Delaware Division — Meets at call of Chairman. T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman, Middletown, Del. West Jersey and Seashore Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. E. Nightingale, Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Amboy Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Harold G. Austin, Local Chair- man, Mt. Holly, N. J. Belvidere Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. G. Simanton, Local Chairman, Frenchtown, N. J. Philadelphia Terminal Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 729 Linden ‘st., Camden, N. J. Elmira Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. R. Elliot, Local Chairman, 381 South Main st., Elmira, N. Y. Philadelphia Di- vision— Meets at call of Chairman. C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Curtin ave., Harrisburg, Pa. No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad System. Meeting ist District at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st., cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each month. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L, E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meetings 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State -st., Hammond, Ind., every second Saturday of each month. C. O. Cnsenbery, Gen’l Chairman, Knox, Ind.; C. F. Mayer, Gen’l S. & T., 6818 Lawn ave., N. W.,* Cleveland, Ohio. No. 20— Division covers the New York, Ontario & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen’l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y.; H. D. Pfoor, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 28, Jermyn, Pa.; C. L. Cook, Local Chairman, Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y.; W. J. Haley, Ass’t Local Chairman, South- ern Division, 114 Linden st., Middletown, N. Y.; J. D. Foote, Ass’t Local Chairman, South- ern Division. Cook’s Falls, N. Y. P. J. Boland, Local Chairman Scranton Division, 160 Dundaff St., Carbondale, Pa.; F. L. Spratt, Ass’t Looal Chairman, Scranton Division, Han- cock, N. Y. ; C. D. Soule, Local Chairman Northern Division, Cleveland, N. Y. ; P. J. I.oftus, Ass’t Local Chairman Northern Divi- sion, Oneida, N. Y. Digitized by ' , Google

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324 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton ft Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. £. F. Stenger, Gen’l Chair- man, R. F. D. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’l S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. *3 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee ft Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma Eastern R. R., and Rochelle ft Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Soyster, Gen’l Chairman 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, Iowa; O. S. Smith, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman for the C. M. ft P. S. and T.-E., Mobridge, S. D.; Ed. R. Derrickson, Gen’l S. ft T., 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, la. No. 2$ — Division covers the International & Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. M. Williams, Gen’l Chair- man, Venus, Tex.; R. B. Adams, Gen’l S. ft T., Oakwood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman, Taylor Section, Rock- dale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Antonio Division, Encinal, Tex.; B. L. Harris, Local Chairman, Ft. Worth Division, Irene, Tex. No. 26, NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets 2d Wednesday of each monthj 9 p. m., Von Glahn’s Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th st. and Columbus ave., New York City. E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care United Wireless Telegraph Co., 42 Broadway, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. 8c T., 205 St James Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St. Louis, Vandalia & Terre Haute, Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor’s office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Pierron, Gen'l Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gen’l S. ft T. , Coatsville, Ind. No. 29, NEW HAVEN, CONN. — Meets 1st Fri- day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. m., in Red Men’s Hall, 48 Church st., eor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel., 57 Ludlow st., Water- bury. Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. &*T., 95 Main st., West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage ave., St. Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo. ; H. J. Mohler, Gen’l S. & T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. No. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis & San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the . Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen'l Chair- man, Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen'l S. & T., Box 87, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. E. N. Van Atta, Gen’l Chairman, Box 36, Newark, Ohio; C B. Rawlins, Ass't Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore’s Hill, Ind.; W. Edgar, Brasher, Gen’l S. ft T., 814 W. 9th st., Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Divi- sion meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. ft O. depot, Wilmington, Del., 3d Saturday evenings in January, Marsh, May, July, September and November, at 8 o'clock, and meets in the Hall ^at Cowenton, Md., on 3d Wednesday evenings in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 o'clock, thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowenton, Md., every other meet- ing. N. Gorrell, Local Chairman, Yorklyn, Del.; Eastern District of Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office, Baltimore ft New York Terminals meet jointly on the ad Monday evening of each month, 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md.; J. D. McGrath, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman, Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B, Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Balti- more and New York Terminals. Western District of the Baltimore Division, Eastern Dis- trict of the Baltimore Division, and “GO,” Gen- eral Office, Baltimore and New York Terminals, meet jointly the 2d Monday evening of the months of January, March, May, July, Sep tember and November, at 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md. ; J. D. McGrath 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore Md., Local Chairman, Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B-i, "Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Terminals; W. Q. Stouffer, Point of Rocks, Md., Local Chair- man for the Western District of the Baltimore Division. Pittsburg Division, Pike River and P. ft W. Districts, meet 3d Friday night of each month at 8 p. m., 504 Diamond st., cor. Grant, 3d floor, Room 11, Pittsburg, Pa.; J. Yeager, Jr., 405 Jilson ave. (19th Ward), Pittsburg, Pa., Local Chairman of Pike ft River; J. W. Miller, Gibsonia, Pa., Local Chairman, P. & W., Western District. Cleveland Division meets 3d Friday of each month in Snyder's Hall, Exchange st., Masillion, Ohio; G. H. Mc- Coy, 92 Wooster st., Masillion, Ohio, Local Chairman. Chicago Division meets 3d Wed- nesday night of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Defiance, Ohio; T. J. Eiler, Defiance, Ohio, Local Chairman, Eastern District. Newark Division, including all its subdivisions and branches will hereafter meet in Newark on the 3d Monday of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, beginning with an evening meeting on Decem- ber 2 ist. No. 34 — Division covers the Chicago ft Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’l Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittenhouse, Gen'l S. & T., Sidell, 111. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 325 No. 35, PROVIDENCE, R. I, — Meets 3d Satur- day of each month in Swart’s Lodge, Odd Fel- lows Hall, 96 Westminster st., Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbeek, Chief Tel., 284 Mont gomery ave.. Providence, R. I. W. J. Smith, S. & T., South Swansea, Mass. No. -36 — Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St Louis, Mo. No. 37, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.— Meets ad Friday evening each month, 8 o’clock, Lambden Bldg., 25a Main st.. New Rochelle, N. Y. Thomas O. Tiger, Chief Tel., 907 Main st., Stamford, Conn.; Jos. A. Hannan, S. & T., P. O. Box 140, Rye, N. Y.; T. J. Gallagher, Local Chairman, 4 Longwood ave.. New York, N. Y. No. 38, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month 7:30 p. m., 373 }4 Main st., Springfield, Mass. R. P. Keefe,- Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st., Springfield, Mass.; J. R. Cardinal, S. & T., 1^6 Union st., Springfield, Mass. No. 39 — Division covers the Pete Marquette Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Chicago-Muskegon Division holds regu lar monthly meetings 'in Eagle’s Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p. m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Ciiairman, Coatsworth, Ont. ; W. R. Adair, Gen’l S. & T., 372 Goodwin ave., Detroit, Mich. No. 40 — Division covers Chesapeake & Ohio Rail- way System. L. E. Hicks, Gen’l Chairman, Ciaigsville, Va.; J. W. Kiser, Geq’l S. & T., Guyandotte Station, Huntington, W. Va. Vir- ginia District, C. D. McGehee, Chairman, 2803 East Clay st., Richmond, Va.; H. M. Crowder, Chairman, Howardsville, Va. ; L. G. White, Acting Chairman, Scottsville, Va.; D. H. Scott, Chairman, Big Island, Va.; H. S. Sliuey, Chairman, Craigsville, Vq. Meets on the 4th Thursday night of each month at, 215 East Broad st., Richmond, Va., and on the 4th Saturday night of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall at Clifton Forge, Va. West Virginia District, J. J. Holt, Chairman, Covington, Va. ; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman, Prince, W. Va, ; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Guyandotte, W. Va.; meets in Big Four Building at Hinton on 3d Thursday night each month. Kentucky District, H. O. Irwin, Chairman, 416 East Carter ave., Ashland, Ky.; G. F. Willis, Chairman, Greenup, Ky.; E. VV. Johnson, Chairman, Converse, Ind. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. No. 41, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 2d Saturday night each month. Engineers’ Hall, 164 Canal st., Boston, Mass. T. J. Fogarty, Chief Tel., 71 Clarendon ave., West Somerville, Mass.; F. C. McGrath, S. & T., 614 Main st., Win- chester, Mass. No. 4a — Division covers the Eric Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet- ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, corner Park ave. and Market st., every 3d Saturday of each month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meetings 3d Monday of each month, 8:30 p. m., Union Hall, Grave and 4th sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Husted, Gen’l Chairman, Richwood, Ohio; C. L. Bridge, Gen’l S. & T., Deposit, N. Y. No. 43 — Division covers Canadian Northern Rail- way System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen’l Chairman, Beaudette, Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. & T., Dauphin, Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y. — Meets 2d Saturday each month at 8 p. m., in Fraternity Hall, 22 24 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. C. B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y.; A. A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; L. Meringcr, S. & T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y. ; E. H. Decker, Chairman Towermen, 17 Sheridan ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Frank Shields, Chairman Agents, Mineola, N. Y.; A. Filby, Chairman Telegraphers, 1055 East 34th st., Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 45, WOODSVILLE, N. II.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month at 8 p. m., K. of P. Hall, Woodsville, N. H. C. A. Burnell, Chief Tel., Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A. Wheeler, S. & T., Wells River, Vermont. No. 46 — Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. H. Livsey, Gen’l Chairman, East Point, Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen’l S. & T., Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R. T. Hall, Macon, Ga., subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Club, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every sec- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to call of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at LaFayette, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga. Southwestern Division meets subject to call of Local Chairman, J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25, Smithville, Ga. Columbus Division meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair- man. A. H. Warlick, Opelika, Ala.; F. S. Bas- kcrville, Local Chairman, Macon Terminals, Macon, Ga. No. 47, CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. I.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 8 p. m., at B. I. S. Hall, Charlottetown, P. E. I. J. A. Kelly, Chief Tel., Charlottetown, I‘. E. I.; J. E. R. McEwen, S. & T., Charlottetown, P. E. I. No. 48— Division covers the Detroit, Toledo &. fronton and Ann Arbor Railways. Meets sub- ject to call of Chairman. P. H. Sheedy, Gen’l Chairman, St. Johns, Ohio; J. S. Kneisley, Gen’l S. & T., Quincy, Ohio. Digitized by Google

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326 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 49 — Division covers the Denver & Rio Grande Railway System. Meets st^ject to call of Chairman. H. J. Fulton, Gen’l Chairman, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot, Pueblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton, Local Chairman Second Division, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; J. A. Ray, Local Chairman Third Division, Hotchkiss, Colo.; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Veta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. 1st West st., Salt Lake City, " Utah; A. E. Roberts, Gen’l S. & T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. si — Division covers Bessemer A Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle’s Hall, Greenville, Pa. R. A. Buzza, Gen'l Chairman, 1183 S. Water st., Meadville, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen’l S. A T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 52, PITTSBURG, PA.— Meets 2d and 4th Saturday evening each month at 8 o’clock, 204 Fifth ave., 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. C. C. Me* Kalip, Chief Tel., 305 Winston st., Pittsburg, Pa.; H. K. Klingensmith, Secretary, 124 Su- burban ave., Beechview. Pittsburg, Pa.; C. C. Campbell, Treasurer, 108 Freemont st., Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. 53 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman* John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carloa, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gen’l S. A T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sara Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. A T., 1009 East 3d st., Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Wheeling A Lake Erie and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; L. L. Gebhardt, Gen’l Chairman, Norwalk, Ohio; C. E. Baltzer, G. S. A T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C. H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. A L. E. Telegraph Office, Perry-Payne bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, Local Chair- man, Scio, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys- tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen’l Chairman, 122 Tate st, Greens- boro, N. C.; O. R. Doyle, Gen’l S. A T., Calhoun, S. C. No. 61, CAMPBELLTON, N. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers’ Hall, Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapedia, Que.; G. F. Ward, S. A T.. Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen A Crescent Route (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen’l Chair man, Oakdale, Tenn.; E. H. Boutwell, Gen’l S. A T., Box 374, Williamstown, Ky.; E. H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Diviaion, Box 374, Williamstown, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meetings subject to call of Local Chairman. No. 63, MONCTON, N. B. — Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, N. B., St. John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. M. Scribner, Chief Tel., Shediac Road, N. B., R. M. Gross, S. A T., Anagance, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE. — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st., Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. A T., Riviere du Loup Station, Box 1 14, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 65, ROCHESTER, N. H.— Meets at 7:30 P- m., 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. P. T. Harrity, Chief Tel., Rochester, N. H.; C. E. Scott, S. A T., Box 87, Wolfcboro, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S.— Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. L. Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S. ; J. E. Mc- Donald, S. & T., Belmont, N. S. No. 69 — Division covers the Queen A Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- berg, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. A T., Q. A C. Yard Office, Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 56 — Division covers Georgia Southern A Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga.; E. H. Baker, Gen’l S. A T., White Springs, Fla. No. 57 — Division covers the Houston A Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over 401 Main st., Dallas, Tex.; A. E. Laisure, Gen’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex.; W. M. Moseley, Gen’l S. A T., Rice, Tex. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA— Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Woodmen Hall, opposite Opera House, Oskaloosa, Iowa. A. L. Gardner, Chief Tel., Abbott, Iowa; E. J. Wil- son, S. A T., Laurel, Iowa. No. 72, ST. JOSEPH. MO. — Meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 8 p. m., 623 Mt. Mora Road, St. Joseph, Mo. F. F. Winsor, Chief Tel., Oneida, Kan.; F. F. Winsor, S. A T.f Oneida, Kan. Digitized by Google

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Tiik Railroad Tfxf.grapiif.r. 32 7 No. 76 — Division covers the Chicago & North- western Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen’l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira R. Kempkes, Gen’l S. Sr T., Nevada, Iowa. No. 77. DENVER, COLO.— Meets 1st Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel, Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney, S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, Cdlo. No. 80 — Division covers the N. O. M. & C. Ry. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E, Swenson, Gen’l S. & T., Stringer, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; II. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — D: vision covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man or Local Chairman. R. E. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Smithsburg, Mil.; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichelberger st., Hanover, Pa. Local Chairmen Maryland Division: C. E. Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District; R. E. Smith, Smithsburg, Md., Second District; J. Harry Blocher, Alesia, Md., Third District. Local Chairmen West Virginia Division: J. C. Boor, Beryl, W. Va., Eastern District; J. A. Hickerson, Davis, W. Va., Western District. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; F. J. Crozier, Gen’l S. & T.. Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas & Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. W. E. Sledge, Gen’l Chairman, Pelican, La.; B. T. Hambright, Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 1st Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. 2 Josephine ave., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Mc- Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets 1st Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sts., Chicago, 111. G. Dal Jones, Chief Tel., 2530 North Ked- zie blvd., Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. & T., 5529 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGfaw, Gen’l Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. & T., 901 W. Long ave., Du Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky.; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, III.; W. P. Moore, Gen’l Chairman, Y. & M. V. Line, Lula, Miss.; G. D. Clements, General Chairman, Indianapolis Southern Rail- way, Bloomfield, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen’l S. & T., Anna, 111. No. 94, MERIDIAN; MISS.— Meets 2d Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesia, Miss.; H. W. Bell, Chief Tel., Ethelville, Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. & T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95. PORTLAND, ME.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 546, Va Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; A. L. Prior, S. & T., East Lebanon, Me. No. 96 — Divison covers Chicago & Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City. Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C. E. Norris, Gen’i S. & T., Inver Grove, Minn. No. 97 — Division covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair man. D. May, Gen’l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.; F. O. Cummmg, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman and Gen’l S. & T., 15 Dinwiddie st., Portsmouth, Va.; J. T. Benn, Local Chairman First Division, Thelma, N. C.; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman Second Division, Marshville, N. C.; S. P. McDaniel, Local Chairman Third Division, Iliram, Ga.; W. L. Tidwell, Local Chairman Fourth Division, Helena, Ga. ; J. L. Vining, Local Chairman Fifth Division, Macclenny, Fla. No. 99 — COBALT, ONT. — W. D. Cunneyworth, Chief Tel., Engelhart, Ont. ; R. Richardson, S. & T., Latchford, Ont. No. 102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treasurer. J. J. McLaughlin, S. & T., 1516 N. Dover st., Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTON, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S.; J. P. Swift, S. & T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. 104, AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Mass. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st., Clinton, Mass.; John F. Mullen, S. & T., 27 Galen st., Brockton, Mass. No. 105, CONCORD, N. H. — Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. H. J. T. Turcotte, Chief Tel., Pem- broke, N. H.; II. M. Clay, S. & T., Gemsh, N. H. No. 106, HAGERSTOWN, MD.— Meets 3d Thurs- day of each month at *8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief Tel., Greencastle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. & T., Box 46, Hagerstown, $dd. Digitized by Google

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.*28 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 108, ADDISON, N. Y. — Meets ad Monday each month at 8 p. m., Edgcomb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C. Cole, Chief Tel., Cowanesque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. ft T., Osceola, Pa. No. in — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W.-D. McGee, Gen'l S. & T., 318 Concord st., Los Angeles, Cal. No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. J. Halstead Gen'l Chairman, Oneonta, N. Y. Tracy Ennist, Gen’l S. & T., Oneonta, N. Y. No. 1 25 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg & Potomac Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen'l Chairman. C. H. Bosches, Gen'l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W. T. Thomp- son, Gen’l S. ft T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers, Chicago, Rock Island A Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen'l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen'l S. ft T., 242s Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127, VIRGINIA, MINN.— J. F. Kenney, Chief Tel., Alborn, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, Acting S. & T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 1 14, ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middleton, N. S. ; Stanley Tavener, S. & T., Tupperville, Anna Co., N. S. No. 1 1 5, QUEBEC, QUE. — Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief TeL, No. 4 St. Angele st., Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. & T., St. Cote de Peres, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Railway System. Meets 2d Sunday of February, April, June, August, Octo- ber and December in places designated by Gen’l Chairman. P. M. Stillman, Gcn‘1 Chairman, Seney, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gen’l S. & T., Chassell, Mich. No. 117, SHAMOKIN, PA.— Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m.: January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of the following months at 7:30 p. m. : March, June, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. & T., Quakake, Pa. No. 1 18 — Division covers Toledo & Ohio Central, Kanawha. & Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville & Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen’l Chairman, Barr Oak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen’l S. ft T., 222 Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 1 19 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen’l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. & T., Erskine, Minn. No. 120 — Division covers Lake Erie & Western Railway System. C. I. Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Steckel, Gen’l S. & T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 123 — Division covers Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway System. W. E. Sloan, Gen’l Chairman, 714 Ermina st., Albert Lea, Minn.; J. C. Sand- mier, Gen’l S. ft T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covers Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. ft T., 71 1 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 128 — Division covers the Atchison, Topeka ft Santa Fe Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. L. A. Tanquary, Gen'l Chairman, , Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore ft Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gen'l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; E. E. Smith, Gen’l S. ft T., Stoneboro, Pa., and Local Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bearss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; A. 1C. Snyder, Boa 272, Ligonier, Ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R. Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman Detroit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Division; D. E. Royce, Rany, Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington ft Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. L. Lamb, Gen’l Chairman, Red Oak, Iowa; J. F. Carder, Gen’l S. ft T., 250*$ South Central ave., Burlington, Iowa. No. 131— TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon taine. Chief Tel., St. Henedine, Que.; A. Lagueux, S. & T., Tring Junction, Que. No. 132 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Lint R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. ; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. ft T., Wilson, N. C.; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond Dis- trict, Whitakers, N. C.; D, H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District, Speed, N. C.; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District, Dillon, S. C.; J. H. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District, Maysville, N. C.; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win- ston Salem Districts, R. F. D., Cameron, S. C. ; C. N. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 155 Calhoun street. Charles- ton, S. C.; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savannah District, Grand Crossing, Fla.; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga.; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. Tedder, Local Chairman Jacksonville District, Seville, Fla.; M. H. Martin, Local Chairman Gainesville District and Jacksonville Terminal, Palatka, Fla.; W. Brantley, Local Chairman Lakeland District, Crystal River, Fla. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 329 No. 133. SYDNEY, N. S.— M. D. McKeigan, Chief Tel., Leitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Mc- Innis, S. & T., Shenacadie, C. B., N. S. No. 134, JACKSONVILLE, FLA.— Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. L. R. Funderburk, Chief Tel., care Jacksonville Terminal Company, Jacksonville, Fla.; C. C. Aston, S. & T., 235 Waddell st., Miami, Fla. Chairman. A. H. Barnett, Gen’l Chairman, Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, Gen’l S. & T., 10*7 Yale st.f Houston, Tex. No. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay & West- ern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Blair, Wis.; L. P. Curran, Gen’l S. ft T., Winona. Minn. No. 136, READING, PA. — Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief Tel., Cal cium. Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. ft T. 933 Pear st. Reading, Pa. No. 137 — Division covers El Paso & Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen'l S. & T., 41x3 Arsenal st., St. Louis, Mo. No. 138 — Division covers C. C. C. & St. L. Rail way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman. x6oi Third ave., Terre Haute, Ind.; George Lavengood, Acting Gcn’J S. & T., 109 Easl Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Cleveland Division meets 2d Wednesday of each month at 1501 Columbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. R. Reynolds, Local Chairman, 128 W. Atwood st., Gallon, Ohio. Cincinnati Sandusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bldg., Springfield, Ohio.; J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St.- Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Louis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings 1st Monday of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi- * siom meets in Room No. u, 2d floor, Anthony Bldg., Muncie, Ind., on 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Hornung, R. F. D. 9, Greensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meets subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Waynetown, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, Marshall, 111. No. 139, NORTH ADAMS, MASS.— Meets on the ad Saturday of each month in Odd Fellows’ Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher, Chief TeL, Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook, S. & T., Char lemon t. Mass. No. 140 — Division covers Maine Central ^Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamkeag, Me.; H. N. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me. No. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railroad System. Meets subject to call of No. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen’l Chairman, Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock, Local Chairman, Petoskey, Mich. No. 144 — Division covers the Trinity & Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. D. W. Ramsay, Gen’l Chairman, Cardwell, Tex.; N. B. Anderson, Gen’l S. ft T.^ Tomball, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague, Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Norniangee, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. ft D. C. Ry. System. C. E. Weaver, Gen’l Giairman, Box 405. Qu^nah, Tex.; J. M. Erwin, Loca Chair- man 3d and 4th Divisions, Tascosa, Tex.; L. C. Whitaker, Local Chairman W. V. Lines, Asper- mont, Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. & T., Box 405, Quanah, Tex. No. 146 — Division covers the Atlanta, Birmingham ft Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gen’l Chairman, Mauk, Ga. N. 11. Bach, Gen’l S. ft T., Manchester, Ga. No. 147— Division covers the Norfolk & Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. & T., Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division’ covers Grand Trunk Western Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen’l S. & T., Otterburn, Mich. No. 151 — Division covers the Delaware ft Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, Eagle Bridge, N. Y. ; O. C. Benjamin, Gen’l S. & T., Dresden Station, N. Y. ; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wands, Hawes Cave, N. Y., and E. F. Lawrence, 7 High st., Oneonta, N. Y. ; Local Chairmen Susque- hanna Division; C. C. Corey, Smiths Basin, N. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chair- men Champlain Division. No. 152, NASHUA, N. H.— Meets every 3d Sun- day of the month at 10:30 a. m. in Elks’ Hall, Beasom Block, cor. Main and Factory sts., Nashua, N. H.; Ponemah, N. H.; T., m Allds st.. H. E. Heath, Chief J. Wilfrid Vaillancourt, Nashua, N. H. Digitized by Tel., S. ft Gockj e

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330 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 153 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. x L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. 4 T,, St. Louis, Mo. No. 154 — Division covers Virginian Ry, J. E. Goodwin, Gen’l S. & T., Eggleston, Va. No. 155, HAMILTON, ONT.— Meets ad Sunday of each month at 3:30 p. m. in Sons of England Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton, * Ont. W. H. Staniland, Chief Tel., Grimsby, Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. & T., Box 98, Smithville, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS.— Meets in Rathbonc Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month, at 10:00 a. m. Night meeting, 3d Saturday of each month, at 7:00 p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos- ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. 4 T., 2 Kear- sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Regular meeting 2d Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take interurban cars from either city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. A. Special meetings subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis, Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. & T., Flat 7. 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets the ad Thursday of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles’ Club Rooms. i37*»39 Second st., Milwaukee, Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st., Milwaukee, Wis; B. A. Gothomp- son, S. 4 T.] 740 Vi Thirty-eighth st., Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y.— Meets subject to call of the President at “The Plaza,” 141st st. and Edgecomb ave.. New York CLy. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave., New York City; E. Neumueller, S. 4 T.f 126 Unirtn st., High Bridge, New York City. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall, 307 N. 7th st., 2d Saturday night of each month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited. There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF FREEPORT, ILL. — Meets 3d Friday night of each month at I. O. O. F. Hall. 107 Stephenson st., Freeport. 111. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. 4 St. P., C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres, I45 Delaware st., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st.. Freeport. III. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS’ CLU1I OF ATLANTA, GA. — Meets ad Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m.. Federation Hall. All up to date O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livvey, Pres., East Point, Ga. ; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716, Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Dita May West, S. 4 I. 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUB (Chicago O. R. T. Club) — Meets 1st Saturday and 3d Thursday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. K T. members are cordially invited to attend Matters of interest to all are discussed. C. L. Craig, President, 6412 South Sangamon st., Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. 4 T.,* 2157 Ridg* ave., Evanston, III. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club) - Meets 8 p. m., 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. T. members ate cordially invited to attend. This club is organ ized more particularly in the interest of teleg raphers employed by roads entering Den tar, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President, 935 17th at., Denver, Colo.; D. O. Shoults, Secretary-Treav urer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo "THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEG K A PHERS’ CLUB — Meets 8 p. 111., the second Friday of each month in Labor Temple, 14th st. and Woodland ave., Kansas City. Mo. John Hjalmer, President, 701 West Sixteenth it., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary Treasurer, 1118 Newton ave., Kansas City, Mo THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg raphers’ Club) — Meets 8 p. m. the 1st and 3d Thursdays each month, at Assembly Room, Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackeiman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha, Neh. ; Jas. Freeder, S. & T., 4826 Poppleton ave., Omaha. Neb. All O. R. T. members are cordially in vited to attend. This club is organized more particularly in the interest of telegraphers em ployed on all roads entering Omaha. THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CI.U1I — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, Ind.; F.. II. Boutwell, Secretary-Treasurer, Box 374. Wil liamstown, Ky. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 3 l». «»»• and 7:30 p. m. the 3d Saturday of each mouth at Assembly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa. M. J. Collins, President, care of C. R. I. & P. Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S. S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West 12th st., I)et Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 331 ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB— Meets the 3d Saturday evening of each month at Robidoux Hotel, St. Joseph, Mo.; L. B. Ockerman, President, 423 N. 19th st., St. Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Ham- burg ave., St. Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on sec- ond Thursday after the third Tuesday of each .month at 8 o’clock p. m., at 514 Gaines st., Littie Rock. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer. Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 2d Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p. m. in parlors of Y. M. C. A., corner Second and Washington sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those employed on the C. M. 8c St. P., Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. & Q. Railways, are not only invited but urged to attend our meetings and join this club. W. C. Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C F. Ream, S. 8c T., Graham Flats, corner Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. second Sunday of each month at the Throop* Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave., Topeka, Kan. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized in the interest of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island, Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter- ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining to the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover, President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R. A. Powell, S. & T., 812 West Third st., Topeka, Kan. THE PANHOMA TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets Saturday evening following the 21st of each month at Soulhern Hotel, El Reno, Okla. Special meetings subject to call of President. C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J. Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla., H. T. Snodgrass, Secretary-Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon- don st., El Reno, Okla. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boitoa & Albany Railway — Thos. M. Conlia, Gen'l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mam.; L. G. Mambert, Gen’l S. & T., Box 105, Waranoco, Mass. Boataa Terminal Ca. — E. L. Gilley, Gen’l Chair- man, Halbxook, Mass. Boston & Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen’l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of"B. 8c M. Ry., Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen’l Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair man. Point du Chene, N. B.; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen’l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A. A. Leonard, Gen'l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. V.; K. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee, 81 Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad — E. J. Maaiop, Gen’l Chairman, 557 Howard ave., New Haven, Conn.; M. W. Handy, Secretary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Conn. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, III. Digitized by Google

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332 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. J. E. BLACKFORD. .Fourth Vice-Preaidcut Orland, Cal. MRS. E. B. SMITH : President P. O. Box 716, Atlanta, Ga. MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCE. .Grand Sec.-Treas. aoai Longwood St., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. E. L. MATHIS First Vice-Preaident Greenfield, Tenn. MRS. H. P. BILSON Second Vice-Preaident 1 13 Oakley Ave., Arlington, Baltimore, Md. MRS. J. J. CAMPBELL. .. .Third Vice President North Bay, Ontario, Canada. BOARD OF Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Ave., Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. J. R. Hefner, Secretary, Monticello, 111. MRS. J. B. BENHAM Fifth Vice-President Mankato, Kan. MRS. FRANK OUELLETT . . Sixth Vice-President Box 57, Tecum# eh, Ontario, Can. MRS. T. M. BOYD Seventh Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. J. H. McLEAN Eighth Vice-President L'Anse, Mich. DIRECTORS. Mrs. A. Houston, Nashville, Ont., Can. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen Centerville, S. D. Mrs. G. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J. All correspondence for Th* Telegrasiieb should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, St. Louis, Mo., so that it will reach him not later than the 5th of tho month. Local No. m, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gen’l Chairman, Centerville, S. D.; Mies Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 9, jO. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meeting subject to call. Mrs. L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind., Gen'l Chairman; Mrs. R. C. Pender, Gen'l S. A T.. 429 West Sycamore at., Greensboro, N. C. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 14a — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gen'l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gen'l S. k T., Wilson, If. C. Local 3, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System. Meets upon call. Mrs Nora M. Joyce, Gen'l Chairman, ChJttea- ango Station, N. Y.; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gen’l S. & T.. Kirksville, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 113 — Covers the Ulster k Delaware System. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y. ; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen’l S. & T., South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14 — Covers the Norfolk & Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman, 21 xoth ave., S. W. Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. Una T. Burton, Gen’l S. & T., Graham, Va. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31 — Covers the Missouri ^Pacific System. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence, Gen'l S. k T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Balti- more k Ohio Ry. System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Laura Bilson, Gen'l Chairman, 3 Virginia ave., near Park Heights, Baltimore, Md.; Mrs. Florence P. Piercs, Goa'l S. & T., aoai Longwood st., Walbrook, Balti- more, Md. Local No. 1 a, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Smithville, Ga. Local No. 13, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets- sub ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Willison, Gen'l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky.; Mrs. J. W. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14, O. R. T. Division 93 — Covers ths Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gen’l S. k T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. 15, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen’l S. & T., Pint 7. 91* South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Local No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets ad ' Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall Mb. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 333 2. Fraternity Hall, 2224 Har liman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mfs. G. W. Hilley, 6 Grant ave., Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, Gen’l S. & T., 1034 Bergen at., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 17, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacific Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Mary B. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, P. O. Box 205, Welland. Ont.; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen’l S. & T., Verona, Ont. Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53 — Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. H. ft S. A. Ry. Meeting subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen'l Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen'l S. ft T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130 — Covers the Chicago, Burlington ft Quincy Railroad. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. ft T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. 20, O. R. T. Division 5 — Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, DeQuincey, La.; Mrs. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. ft T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. 21, O. R. T. Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, Gen'l Chair- man, Elwood, N. J.; Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner. 'Gen’l- S. ft T., Pitman, N. J. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 126 — Covers the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific System. Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. J. A. Tracy, Gen'l Chairman, Calhan, Colo.; Mrs. C. H. Meador, Gen’l S. & T., Minco, Okla. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 81 — Covers the Colorado Midland Ry. System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Alice Loveland, Gen’l Chairman, Granite, Colo.; Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen'l S. & T., Cascade, Colo. Digitized by CjOOQle

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48a When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DATS’ FREE TRIAL! DOLLARS A MONTH! That’s all there is to the proposition we make you on a splendid, genuine Underwood Typewriter Don’t send a cent, just write us if you want to take advantage of our five days’ free trial offer. No deposit is required. All we want is your permission to send you one of these machines on approval. The “mill” must then sell itself. The decision rests entirely with you. You have never seen such typewriter value as we are offering in these Underwood machines. If we were to tell you how good they are you would say we were exaggerating. So we want you to see and use one right in your own office. That’s the reason we are making, and can make, this five days’ free trial offer. If you like it send us only five dollars a month. But you pay not one cent till you have seen and used the machine for five days! Every machine is complete with cover, tools, instruction book, etc. Remember, these machines are guaranteed to be absolutely perfect. They are guaranteed for one year, which is as long as any guarantee. And they are shipped anywhere on approval, without deposit, subject to five days’ free trial and examination in your own home or office. If you find the slightest thing to criticise, if you think you can get better value elsewhere for your money — return the machine at our expense. Surely no fairer offer could be made. And, bear in mind, this liberal proposition is made on the Underwood, the acknowledged leader of visible writers, of which over 10,000 are sold every month. And if you are renting a typewriter you can, by paying us a little more each month, own one of these high-grade, standard visible writers in a short time. Just think of it! A few cents a day for ten months and one of these typewriters is yours 1 Fill out the coupon and mail it today. You take no chances. If the machine is not the greatest value you ever saw, just send it back at our expense. ACT NOW, as we have only a limited number of machines, and they will go like hot cakes on this wonderful offer. When you write, ju*t give us the names of two or three people who know x you, merely as an evidence of good faith, also your Divinon No., etc. Typewriter Sales Company, 183 N. Dearborn St., Chicago FREE TRIAL ORDER BLANK Typewriter Sales Co, Dept 12, 36 S. State St, Chicago Gentlemen — Please ship me a No. 4 Underwood Typewriter per your Ad. in Railroad Telegrapher. I win either accept the typewriter within five days of its receipt, or I will return same to you at your expense. If I accept the type- writer I will remit $5.00 within the five days and pay the balance in 11 monthly installments of five dollars each. Title of machine to remain in your name until machine is fully paid for. Address References Required Digitized byV^oogle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 49 ■ and closes with | one motion and _ fully col laps- " ible. with ad- juntablo back . and dash. Has k full steel frame. " solid steel push- ers with fancy turned wood hand grips, and Bears finished in black enamel. Sides are topped with metal arms. Wheels are 10 inches, with H- 1 W Inch cushion rubber tires. Hood. seHt. back, dash and sides are upholstered in fine black fabricord leather to match the black enamel finish. Shipping weight about 35 H>s. { J A C No. J445. Price This is the Truth Credit — Ask No Security — Ship on Trial And We Give Extra Time When Wanted Our offer, we know, seems too good to be true. This U a new kind of credit, and folks can hardly believe it. But remember this offer is made by mail, and the Post- al Laws forbid misrepresentation. So this offer must Pay as You Can We ship goods to home lovers on open account. T here is no»contract, no mortgage, no sort of security. No interest, no extra price, no publicity, red tape. A million homes have such accounts with us. And for 47 years we have found home lovers honest. We ship on 30 days’ free trial. Anything not wanted may be returned at our cost for freight both ways. We let you pay as convenient— a little each month. Remit by mail as you can, for we have no collectors. If sickness comes, or death, or loss of work, we will gladly give extra time. 4,782 Bargains tV.Y Furniture Chinaware Sewing Machines Carpets— Rugs Lamps — Clocks Kitchen Cabinets Linoleums Refrigerators Cameras— Guns Silverware Stoves— Ranges Baby Cabs, etc. 50c for This Full Col- .11.2 3 Go-Cart Save 15 to 50% We guarantee to save you under local prices from 15 to 50 per cent. You are free to send back any article to us if that saving can t be proved We save this through enormous buying, through tak- ing factory outputs, by picking up surplus stocks We are the largest buyers in the world in our line. And we sell direct, with but one small profit between tactory and consumer. Dollar Book Free To prove this to you, we will send our mammoth Spring Bargain Book free. This book, with the mailing, costs 51 per copy. It pictures 4.782 home things, many iu actual colors. It offers to send anything on credit, and on 30 days' free trial. Send this coupon — now. before you forget it See this exhibit, note our prices, know our easy terms. As there were not enough of these startling bargains to catalog, order direct from this advertisement. Pay 60o monthly if you de- cide to keep the curt. This Go-Cart is simple to opens with -i and I SPIEGEL, MAY, STERN CO. 863 W. 35th'Street. Chicago Mail me free your Spring Bargain Book Stove Book Jewelry Book 1401) Address Write plainly Give foil nddreu. Check which catalogs yon want. Mail^terng 863 W. 35th Street, Chicago

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50 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $3.00 a Month Buys this L C. Smith Back Spacer, Tabulator, Marginal Release Key, Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer, Platen Release, Paper Release, Automatic Ribbon Reverse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color Ribbon and Stencil Cutter. Single Shift Keyboard of Standard Universal Arrangement writing 76 characters — writing 84 characters, $2.00 extra. Every machine has Ball-bearing Type Bars, Ball-Bearing Shift and Ball-bearing Carriage. Every practical improvement that you could buy in any of the latest Standard Typewriters. You can not imagine the beautiful perfection of these typewriters until you see and try one; the up-to-date equip- ment places this offer far in advance of any offer ever made. Never before in the history of the typewriter business has a typewriter so up-to-date and of such perfect quality been offered at anywhere near this price. I only have a limited supply; be sure and get yours. Don't Delay, Aot Today. APPROVAL ORDER BLANK HARRY A. SMITH, 180 North Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Ship to me by the Express Company, F. O. B. Chicago, the L. C. Smith Typewriter described above on five days* FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days aftqr I receive the typewriter and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $-18.30, then the typewriter becomes my property. Until I have paid you $48.30 the title remains in you. Otherwise I agree to notify you during the Free Trial Period that I don’t want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you give the standard guarantee for one year. Name Post Office Address. State Shipping A ddress. . NAME ADDRESS REFERENCES: Clive the names of two or three business or profes- sional men or a bank. FEB. Digitized

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. SI 5 Years’ Protection A gainst Time Changes Get the South Bend Watch Certificate If you buy a Studebaker, the famous South Bend Railroad Watch, and time- requirements change a day, a week or five years after, we make it con- form to those requirements, OR GIVE YOU A NEW WATCH FREE. We give that legally binding guar- antee with every Studebaker sold. It holds good when you go from one road to. another where the re- quirements are different. It protects you completely. When you buy this watch you are buying insurance with it without any cost. It may save its own cost by saving the price of a new watch later. Inspected 411 Times in the Making A Studebaker is six months in the factory, in the processes of construction. Every watch is inspected 411 times. Then each is run 700 hours to develop precision in movement. We keep a watch running sometimes six months, to get it up to our standard. Railroad Watch Our free book. “How Good Watches Are Made.” tells all about watches. Every prospec- tive watch buyer should read It. It tells why 15.083*‘South Bend" Jewelers— allexpcrt watch men —can regulate South Bend Watches so perfectly. Send now for the book and the sample certificate. See if you don’t want your watch so protected. The South Bend Watch Co. 2 River Street, South Bend, Indiana Ont' of 38 Styles of Wing Pianos Rock Bottom! Yes, Rock-Bottom Prices, and On . a Piano of the Highest Quality This is positively the greatest piano offer ever made — rock-bottom prices — easy payments, if you wish — absolutely free trial — a fuur weeks* free trial in your own home. You will be amazed at the direct-from-the- factory prices on the famous Wing Piano. We positively save you from 1150 to $250 on tho purchase of this magnificent instrument. We will convince you by shipping \our choice of a piano on approval— all freight prepaid in advance — an absolutely free trial for four full weeks in your home. Special Terms to Railroad Men. Names and addresses and praises from railroad men who own Wing Pianos sent on application. Every Discount Goes Direct To You The Wing Piano is sold direct at the wholesale price from the factory— ye*, direct from our exclusive piax.o fac- tory without going through the bands of a single middleman. When you buy a Wing Piano you pay no salesman's, dealers' or middlemen's profits. We have cut out all middlemen and you put the discounts right in your own pocket. Wc guarantee the Wing for 40 years, because we can show you pianos that have given satisfaction for more than forty years. Remember, we pay all freight. No interest charged. These prices include everything. No deposit. Not a cent till end of four weeks' free trial, and then nothing unless you are absolutely satisfied— and you are the judge. Send Coupon or Postal NOW for “The Book of Complete Information About Pianos9 * The New York World says; “This is a book of educational interest everybody should own." A mag- nificent 156 page book- a complete encyclopedia of the r dano. Tho most complete and costly work ever pub- ished on pianos. Gives you TEN TESTS forjudging Pi a nos so that fmmmmmmmmmmmmm you can tell w hetber any piano ia 0 a good instrument or not. To /rnpp rAlTPnN those who write at once we will £ t* K C. C. C JU « D IN also send our beautiful catalog ♦ Sftfis ftrJsrkffiiftiSr / Win* & son{&«. iks) ticular* of our Rock-Bottom s Wing Bid? . 91h Ate. and 131h St. / “*»' 2582 »•* "• »• mail this coupon now. ♦ Without any obligations to pur- 117* OO f chase? or pay for anything please Win (Y A r Snn send me free and prepaid "Tho ff 111 Ol uUII S Hook 0f Complete Information About Pianos.” also your catalog of ♦ Art Styles and full particulars or £ your great offer. Dept. 2582 / M New York, / am* ' ^ f N. Y. ^)igitized by vjfOOQlC Z. * 3 Addrt** — — (Kst. 186S) Wing Bldg., 9th Ave. & 13th St.

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I 52 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I I Railway Realty and Investment Company The Investment and Financial Corporation of the Railway Employee’s of America Your Earnings! Your Savings! No matter how small. Are they where they really EARN you SOMETHING ? Think this over. A great Financier once said : One good invest- ment is worth a lifetime of labor — he was right, for he knew. The Railway Man's life and his rented home in the city. OUR FARM LANDS JUST A FEW FACTS as to why you should BUY in the Dolano- Porterville Early Orange Section: It is cheap ih price. It is choice It is high-class. Just a few hours' ride from the big busy-business center of Los Angeles. For a home; for an investment, or for speculation, do not miss this opportunity Buy now: the young man with $100 or $1000, or even more or less, will be wise if he invests it now in our Farm Lands in the Early Orange Section of this great State No 6ther subdivision has been put on the market that offers a better investment for either a home for the orange grower or small farmer, or for the investor, than this tract. Buy our stock. It is backed by real estate— city lots, houses, land and mortgages. Get an income for life — that pays three times the dividend that bank deposits do. Information free. For maps, prices, terms and particulars Railway Realty & Investment Gompany Home Offices, 507. 508, 500, 510, 511, 512, 513, 514 Hibernian Bnildin* LOS ANGELES, CALIF.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. IVERS 6 POND PIANOS The piano shown here is our most popular grand. Its size, volume and quality of tone and beauty of case design make it the ideal small grand for home or professional use. THE PRINCESS GRAND as we call this stye, is one of the 1913 models of Ivers & Pond Pianos. Other grands, uprights and player pianos are described in our latest catalogue which we will gladly send on request. Over 50,000 private purchasers and 400 Lead- ing Educational institutions have bought Ivers & Pond Pianos. Princess Grand — Style 93. Read What Railroad Men Say of the Ivers & Pond Sanderson. Texas. Aug. 20, 1911. Ivers & Pond Piano Co.. Boston, Mass. Gentlemen:— We desire to add our testimonial of appreciation of our Ivers & Pond Piano purchased a lew months ago. After considering a number of the leading makes of high grade pianos we purchased an Ivers & Pond direct from factory, and now after hav- ing given it a thorough trial we are entirely satisfied that we bought the best piano in the market. The action is perfect, the tone rich, and sweet. In artistic appearance it is all that could be desired. We shall take genuine pleasure in recommending your piano, and as I am a railroad conductor, especially do I recommend it to the railroad people. Respectfully yours. F. M. McMahan, A' A’. Conductor, G. //. .V. A . Ry . Co. Charleston & Western Carolina Railway Co. Simpsonville, S. C.. Jan. 26. 1912. Ivers & Pond Piano Co. Boston. Mass. Gentlemen: — Yours of the 23d to hand and in reply will state that we are still delighted with our Ivers & Pond Tiano bought of you and of course we shall never for a moment hesitate to recommend same to anyone who might contemplate purchasing a piano. I am Agent here for the C. & W. C. R. R.. which is controlled by The Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. I am a member of the Order of Railway Telegra pliers. Div. 132, Certificate No. 1334. Wishing you continued success, etc., I am, Yours very truly, Geo D. Young. Our Special Offer to Railroad Men Will Interest You! Where no dealer sells Ivers Pond Pianos we will quote special prices, sell on EASY PAY- MENTS, ship subject to your approval, and make it as easy ana safe for you to deal with us as if you lived in Boston. Liberal allowances for old instru- ments in exchange. For a new catalogue, show- ing our complete line of uprights and grands, and a personal letter giving information of much value to any prospective purchaser, simply fill out and mail tne coupon. Fill out and send this coupon to IVERS & POND PIANO CO. 14S Boylston St., Boston, Mast. Please mail mo your now cataloguo and Special Offer to Railroad Men. Addreee. . . GigitieeGl *by -GOOC • £ •

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Look. lor Nameplate BEWARE OF INFRINGEMENTS and Trade-Mark. See that the Name Martin is on machine 64 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. TELE6RAPHERS SAVE 3A LABOR, INCREASE SPEED AND WAGES - BY USING = THE FAMOUS HORACE G. MARTIN 1912 MODEL VIBROPLEX The NEW SINGLE LEVER. DIRECT POINT SENDING MACHINE makes Dots and Daahes on the Same Contact Point*, thereby insuring perfect signals. It is a Revolution in Telegraphy and solves the "Sending Machine Problem.*' Owing to the fact that we have made a big improvement in this machine, and are now putting on the extra heavy platinum points, it is necessary to make the price $ 1 2 . OO. Horace G* Martin s Vi|)pop|0)( TRADE HARK The Very Best by Every Test Single Lever CIO Afl Handsome Polished Dark Oak Nickel Plated C|/1 AA r'nce, Carrying Case, $1.25 Extra Base BEWARE OF INFRINGEMENTS. OET THE GENUINE . PrUVa“Pe?nned $10.00 NlckB„inatod 120o J. E. ALBRIGHT, 253 Broadway, New York Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX. The Climax in Trans- mitter Design THE 6ENUINE OLD STYLE SINGLE LEVER HORACE G. MARTIH VIBROPLEX THFRF’9 A GOOD REASON! It Is the same good old reliable SINGLE LEVER VIBROPLEX as of yore although built lust a little batter than aver before More Vibro’s in use than all other trans- mitters combined,

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Sfi University Instruction At Home it W Learn law in the greatest law school for home study in the world. I Many brilliant lawyers studied law at home. Resolve NOW to take advantage of our ■ remarkable offer to give you a complete three years* course without charge. Read the H offer, then clip the coupon at the bottom of the page and send it to us at ONCE. Superior Advantages of Our School We have ten years of successful experience in teaching law by cor- respondence. We have a large and distinguished faculty and staff of special lecturers — men whose prominence insures efficient service. We are the only school that actually combines the case and text book method of instruction— same as Harvard Colam • bia , Michigan and other big universities . Our course is adapted for men who want to prepare for the practice of law, or for men who want legal knowledge for business purposes. We have the simple, easy and direct method of law instruction. Our course has brevity and conciseness— takes only your spare time. Our Gnat Scholarship Offer At this particular time we offer you a tuitka credit valued at $100 absolutely without charge. B This tuition credit entitles you to a complete three years* course in our School— Lectures, B Faculty Talks, Examinations and the services of our Consulting Department. We are doing this for H advertising purposes. The offer is open for a limited time only. Take advantage of this remarkable oppor- B tunity NOW. Get your tuition in a great Jaw school— the greatest in the world— without a cent of cost to you. Your only expense will be for text and postage. This offer is limited so get particulars at once— mail the coupon now— this very day. We Furnish This Magnificent LAW LIBRARY With Every SCHOLARSHIP This magnificent set of law books, complete in twelve volumes, covers all the subjects of law. It is written so you can understand every detail of the most complex law problems. The original cost of thislibrary was over 150,000.00. Constant revision insures everything being strictly up-to-date. With the aid of these splendid volumes you will grasp the subject of law in a surprisingly short time BUSINESS LAW COURSE 1 SHIP ■ muM We have a course for those who do not intend to practice law.but who want a knowledge of law for business purposes. You should know the law even If you never expect to practice at the bar. Ignor< ance of tnelaw excuses no one. No knowledge more important or practical. To know the law is We Guarantee To Bosch frss any graduate failing to pa m bar examina- tion. Our eourae covers all blanches of American Law and Includes same stadiee ee leading Law Schools. a liberal education in ltself.lt sharpens the reason.broadens the mind and perfects the memory. Knowing law Is the best guarantee of success in any bostn— . Mall Coupon Today this oempon and send it to us today. It will bringonr big 130-page catalog FVU In it is a ^ - splendid article on “The Importance of a Law Education." We Gentlemen: Without any obllga- will also tell you of our special scholarship offer. Remem- tlons on me whatsoever, please send M your catalogue and particulars of Information .. f Coupon ^ American Correspond i ▲ dence School of Law, Dipt. 2S82 HsAutaa BUg, (Hoc*, BL your scholarship offer. Digitized by v

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I however rough Two 4-ph collai with every Signal Shirt IT’S made for roughest wear— you want that kind. You want a shirt that will be a partner with you through every- thing you do — not one that will fat l you when you really put it to the test . Signal Coat Shirts are made with double strength seams — that’s why you can’t rip and tear them. Made by union experts — the workmanship can’t be beat. Thousands of trainmen always wear this Signal Coat Shirt — they know it doesn’t shrink or fade. They prefer the Signal because it’s made of soft, long-wearing, blue percale and lots of it. Easy to put on — Comfortable while it’s on The Signal is open all the way down — slips on and off just as easy as your jumper. You’ll never tug another hot, sweaty shirt over your head — after you try the Signal. The extra button at the bottom of the breast plait keeps the flaps from gaping. Two handy pockets — shirts cut full. Then the sleeves are slit in the side, not in the seams as in ordinary shirts. This keeps the grease and grime off your arms and underwear. The Signal is the only shirt for you to wear — it will bring that happy smile. Be sure and get the Signal — no other work shirt is cut coat style or has the same advantages. Write us direct 0H,°" ",Aoe If your clothing man hasn’t the Signal Coat Shirt — just send us his name and ' your size — we’ll send you a couple by express, C. O. D. If you like it pay Express Company $1,00 per garment ($1.25 West of Missouri River). If this /fuff shirt isn’t better than we claim, return it at our expense. £ £ g We also make Signal Coats and Overalls — they are the best that' you can buy i f* Hilker-Wiechers Manufacturing Company ThTtZkot ^1246 Mound Avenue RACINE, W1S. " QUALITY ’i

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 57 and traffic department clerks who want to get in the G. F. A. class, the man whose light is hidden under a bushel and who wants to attract the attention of the higher officials, should get busy now and study rate adjustment, tariff-reading, interstate commerce requirements, the new rate • systems, and the many other matters necessary to success in this field, which lead to the better-paid positions. Sure Promotion for Railroad Men You are fooling yourself if you think the ordinary activities of your present job will develop you for bigger things ahead. You are making a great mistake waiting for promotion — you will have to meet it by preparing yourself for it. way The chief traffic man of your road is on the lookout every day for men who show a superior knowledge of traffic matters. Attract his favor- able attention by showing him that you have it. Many men have some of the knowledge neces- sary to qualify for bigger positions, but they fail to systematize and collect it ana add to it a more complete knowledge. Hundreds of good men in railroad service are sticking to one spot, year after year, doing specialized work simply because they lack the all-round knowledge which will complete their traffic education. Study at Home The National Traffic course contains no books, no lectures, no theory^no tedious essays written by school teachers, xhe men who have actually written this course and who will lead you through it step by step are traffic men — railroad experts — men who nave spent their lives in traffic work and who are today actively engaged in the traffic business. Any man who can read can master this course, as the lessons are short, easy, and progressive. Capitalize your present knowledge. A little training, added to what you already know will open the way to the positions higher up. FREE BOOK We have a plan whereby you can easily equip yourself during your spare time at home to fill any one of a dozen good positions where men are needed wrho know the general traffic rules. If you want to capitalize your present knowledge and put yourself in a place to earn promotion and all that goes with it, put your name, address, and present occupation on this coupon, mail it to us at once, and get a copy of our free booklet: “How you can in- crease your salary.” Don’twait. Don’tkeepon thesameside- track, but switch GOUROIM into the main line / and start your- y self on the up- / National Traffic College grade to a y Otis BM», Dept. IBID, CWctae fine post- / ti on National Traffic College / ***** B.. II J3 _ _ on. y / want you to tell me how I can learn JMtlie * more about Traffic so that I can get a Mail coupon today better position with better pay. Otis Building, Dept. CHICAGO 1616 f City and State. Digitized by Goo £

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. It started with a cold in the head, as we see in the smaller picture in the upper corner. This cold gradually changed to chronic catarrh, and slowly he became less able to hear. One ear was first affected, then the other; now he can scarcely hear with either of them. He suffers from ring- ing noises in th4 head, is troubled with sleeplessness and is frequently despondent. This man has a family dependent upon him; he realizes that his success depends considerably upon his ability to hear well and he is sorely troubled. He has tried artificial eardrums, electrical devices, etc., in vain. Let him — and every other suf- ferer from deafness and head-noises — re- new hope now, for a book has been written explaining a remarkable method aimed to quickly and completely restore the hear- ing. The author is an eminent liccntiated physician of a third of a century’s exper- ience. His address is Dr. Geo. E. Coutant, Station F, 101-K, New York City. lie will promptly and cheerfully send his book free, post-paid, to any man or woman who writes asking for it. Depressed Through Deafness and Head-Noises le

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 69 TheT.D.S. Method Places this Typewriter Easily Within Your Reach No- 3 OLIVER AT 00 f (fiv 1 X ON THE RENTAL PURCHASE PLAN UU»*— Read this offer carefully. It is intended to give you just what you want — a dependable, standard, visible typewriter at a price consistent with your requirements and on terms convenient. Our method marks an epoch in the typewriter industry. Heretofore the only machine available at this price, or near this price, were inferior grades, which few wanted, or els© a second-hand machine in questionable condition. The typewriter that we offer is the famous, genuine No. 3 Oliver, complete with every perfection, every device that ever went out with this model at the maker's standard price. Our method makes the price possible. We sell direct to merchants, without salesmen at less than agency prices. FREE TRIAL — NO DEPOSIT the proven typewriter We do not ask or expect any money from you until after you have used the typewriter and It has proven to be Just what you want — the best typewriter for your purpose. The machine that we will ship you on onoroval. without de- posit. la a per.ect No. 3 Oliver, guaranteed to be equal In qual- ity of any typewriter, regardless of price. The machine Is shlppped to you In the original box in which it leaves the factory of the maker. Each machine is guaranteed against defect of material or workmanship, lust as if you paid the full price. The Oliver No. 3 is dependable. It seldom requires adjustment, and never wears out. It Is so simple that after a few minutes* reading of the instruction book that accompanies the machine you can type- wri, e oh It. After a few hours’ practice you can write as fast as with pen or pencil, and in a lew weeks three times as fast. VISIBLE WRITING The Oliver No 3 Is a visible writer if MI MINI — every letter Is in plain sight as soon as printed, a necessity to those who compose as they write. UNIVERSAL KEYBOARD-An^oo.^,^ universal keyboard. It la a waste of time to learn any other. CAPACITY — You win never be held back In your work If Vfl1 1 you own an Oliver. It has unlimited speed . The ingenious arrangement of its working parts cannot be de- scribed on paper You will best appreciate when you use. The beautiful work turned out on this typewriter will give your letters distinction. It is a great manlfolder — as many as twenty carbon copies oan be made at one writing. WILL WRITE ON RULER LINES, ft will do any practical thing that any typewriter will do, and has many features not found: In other makes. It cuts a perfect stencil for mimeograph work. WILL LAST A LIFETIME — 1 only one-third as many working parts as the other $100 machines — because it Is built on the correct mechanical principle — because it is made of better than necessary material; it out-lasts all others — does not get out of order — so simple anyone can easily master Its con- struction and operation with a few minutes’ attention. There is no task too great for this sturdy machine, and, above all. it Is dependable. EASY TO RUN The downward stroke of the type-bar and the perfect lever adjustment and smooth, wide bearing gives the Oliver the lightest action. It la a pleasure to strike the keys. Compact — portable — efficient — a typewriter anyone may be proud to own. THE PROVEN TYPEWRmR-^.y;?^ ; typewriter of the make that the two largest mall order houses have selected and use exclusively — 183 railroads have pur- chased them— thousands of merchants and professional men all over the world have endorsed the Oliver. EASY TO OWN On our P|iU* you pay Just the amount LjlJI Vflt1 that machines of this quality earn as rental. $4.00 a month Is only 13 cents a day. You practically rent the machine for 13 months and then It is yours and you save practically one-half and you use the machine while paying for It. It will surely earn its own way — bring you more money than you pay out. 6IVE THIS TYPEWRITER A without obligation — no CHANCE TO SELL ITSELF ■ ■ - , be the sole Judge. It has got to sell Itself, or there Is no sale and no obligation. Do not hesitate to accept this liberal trial offer — It is our method of doing business, and we urge you to let us send the machine for trial and examination. If you do not find It to be a satisfactory typewriter — If you do not And that It meets your every requirement, that It la not perfect In every detail and the best typewriter you ever saw, you are not obliged to keep It, and we pay the transporta- tion charges back. With each machine is a complete outfit, metal cover, rib- bon, tools and a big Instruction book, practice paper, carbon paper — everything you need. Isn’t that fair? You do not have to send any money, Just fill in the attached coupon blank, and mall today. 6IVE THIS TYPEWRITER A FREE TRIAL COUPON Typewriter* Distributing Syndicate 166 D-78 North Michigan Boulevard, Chicago Gentlemen: — You may send me a No, 3 Oliver Type- writer for five days' trial . If I decide to keep the typewriter, I agree to pay 366 as follows: 34 within five days from the date the machine is delivered for trial and 34 each month thereafter until the 366 price has been paid. T itle remaining in you until then. Otherwise, I will return it to you at your expense. 10% discount for all cash after five days' trial; or 10 % discount for cash on the unpaid balance of contract any time excepting only for the final monthly payment. TYPEWRITERS DISTRIBUTING SYNDICATE, 166 D-78 N. Michigan Boulevard, CHICAGO . 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GO Wlien addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Don’t Pump Your Life Away On a Hand Car or Velocipede When You Can RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE The No. 2 Rockford Motor Car is a light, speedy, serviceable Run- about for the rails. Simple in construction, easy to operate, easy to pay for. Dignify your work and make it a pleasure by owning one. Let us tell you about it. Address Dept. A. No. a ROCKFORD CAR CHICAGO PNEUMATIC TOOL CO. CHICAGO :: Branches Everywhere :: NEW YORK Ideal Operator's Car IT IS THE STRONGEST, LIGHTEST RUNNING CAR KNOWN Tills single-seated car is fitted with ball- I bearings, rubber tires, and detachable luggage I basket and tool bag completely equipped. I It is built to suit any gauge. When made I for standard (4x8% inches) gaugeorwider, the front wheels may be folded back under the car, reducing it to a more compact form for handling or storing. These cars possess abundant strength and durability, and are widely used on rough mountain railroads and logging and mining roads, wh ieh abound in steep grades and sharp curves. They are gear- ed to suit grade con- ditions. The standard f ear is 62; option 52, 58 and 73. Its net weight I s sixty-five pounds. I It may be fitted with our detachable front seat, which weighs but fifteen pounds. This remarkable testimonial is from A. F. Grey, Agent, N. Y.t N. H. & H. R. R., Charles River, Mass, “The car is a wonder. It hasn’t cost me one cent for repairs since I first had it, and sum- mer and winter I have made five miles per day, in c lading Sun- days. In other words, I nave ridden 6500 m i 1 e 8 without even having to tighten a nut. What surprised me most of all, was the fact that the car rode gracefully over half an inch of snow on top of rails. One hundred dollars would not buy my car today, unless I knew that you were still in business and could ship another promptly.” Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR C0„ Hagerstown, Ind., U. S. A.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Ot LOST mONTH WE ASKED TOD “IF ALL TYPEWRITERS WERE FREE WHICH ONE WOULD YOU CHOOSE?” Last month we asked the readers of the Railroad Telegrapher this question. “If all typewriters were free which one would you choose?" From Maine to California, and from the Great I*akes to the Gulf, Telegraph Operators and Railroad Agents have sent in their answers, and those answers have sounded the doom of that class of typewriters on which the writing is not wholly in sight and w'hichdo not have a light, easy touch and an almost noiseless action, for without these three features any typewriter, no matter how extravagantly advertised, will not find favor with the telegraph operator. “If all typewriters were free which one would yon choose?" and the question has been most emphatically answered that the Fox Typewriter would be chosen because it represents today the most advanced ideas in typewriter construction. In addition to its light touch and noiseless action there has been built into it more useful features than can be found on any other, and coupled with all of these is a durability that will give to its user a lifetime of service. We want every reader of this month’s “Railroad Telegrapher” to write us— NOW— before turning this page over, and let us send a complete description and a large, almost full-sized, illustration of the Fox Typewriter. After studying the catalogue write us the style of type you prefer, and width of carriage, and the color of ribbon and we will send you one of these typewriters, all express charges prepaid, for a few days’ trial alongside of any other typewriter you may have in mina. After trial if you wish to purchase the typewriter you can pay us a little down— Just whatever amount you can conveniently spare — and the balance in $5.00 monthly installments. WRITE FOR SPECIAL OFFER TO OPERATORS * We still have left just a few of those Fox' Visible Typewriters that we told you about last month that have been used slightly for demonstration and for show purposes. These typewriters are not second-hand nor rebuilt and positively could not be told from new by anyone. The Operator who needs a typewriter and does not write us about this stock is passing up the biggest proposition we ever heard of. Full particulars on — request. Be sure and write today. Me offer to Operators Fox Typewriter Co. 3602-3612 Front Avenue The Railroad Telegrapher Grand Rapids Michigan Name __ Address. >y

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When addres^ng our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. “Taking it on the Mill” beats pushing a pen all hollow, especially if your mill is a Remington Visible Model 10 Since the writing machine was first used for wire work, the telegrapher has never found a "mill” to equal the Remington. Remington superiority is today more pronounced than ever, now that te- legraphers have learned how far the Visible Model 10 Remington sur- E asses every other typewriter they ave ever used, including even that grand old “ mill " — the Remington No. 6. Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere HERE’S THE KEY YOU NEED l The CONKLING KEY=Number 3 A BATTERY TRANSMITTER WITHOUT A BATTERY Patented Sopt, 7, 1909. Other pa ten La pending. Why not have the key that is scientifically correct — that is so constructed it can not spilt dots? Don't waste time and money on a makeshift key. The Conkling Key costs no more and is infinitely better. T} • _ _ # 1 A AA Prepaid if cash accompanies the order, and jrriLl s|P X your money back if Key is not as represented. Send for descriptive circular. Agents wanted in all principal telegraph and railroad centers. ELECTRO-DOT MANUFACTURING COMPANY, Pittsfield, Mass. For Pittsburgh and Penna. Lines West, address Lock Box 4S6. North Side, Pittsburgh, Pa. D

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 63 Intelligent Industry Insures Independence BY FRANKLIN O. KING. The Man Who tries to Kill an Elephant with a Pop-Gun is on a Par with the Person who would plan to Pulverize a Peanut with a Pile-Driver. Both may be Terribly in Earnest, but Neither has a Correct Idea - of the Eternal Fitness of Things. Fools Spoil their Tools when they try to Reap Results without Rules. Like the Horse on the Treadmill — They are Walking Fast, but not Getting Anywhere, in Particular. The Untrained Man, with only Brute-Strength to com- mend Him, is up against a Hard Proposition in this Day and Age of Specialized Supremacy , In other Words, the Man who Knows How to do one or two things well, has most Everybody else “On the hum- mer ,” when it comes to Competition. Emerson said:— “The Man who Makes the best Mouse-trap will find a Beaten Path to his Door, even though he Live in the Midst of a Forest.” I am not so Sure about the quotation, but it simply bristles with Truth, like Quills on the Ridge-pole of a Fretful Porcupine. The Man with the hoe would make "more dough” if he used Modern Methods to Reap and to Sow. The Business Man makes the Best Farmer, because he Applies Business Principles to Buying and Selling, as well as to Growing his Crops. His Creed is Simply to make a Two- Dollar Bill grow where only a "One-Spot” grew’ before, and with all Due Respect to the Yokel who is Merely Multiply- ing Blades of Grass, I think the Business Farmer has the Bulge. down there and be Absolutely Independent, I am Firmly Convinced that with Average Intelligence and Average Industry , any Man who is now Working His Head off in the North to make a Bare Living , where they Snatch one Crop between Snow-storms and Blizzards, can soon Lay Up a Nice Bank Account in the Winter Garden of America. Come to the Land of 'Least Resistance , where You can Grow Three Big Money-making Crops a Year on the Same Soil and Without a Dollar’s Worth of Expense for Irrigation or Fertilization. I believe you could save Twenty-five Cents a Day if You Tried. I know you would Try if you Realised that our Growers of Figs, Strawberries and Early Vegetables clear a net profit of $300 to $500 an Acre. Men have Realized more than $1 ,000 an Acre growing Oranges in our Country. Remember that our Early Vegetables get to Northern Markets in Mid- Winter and Early Spring, when they command Top Prices. One German Truck Grower on adjoining lands this spring realized nearly $500 from three - fourths of an acre of Strawberries. You could do well if you only Tried, and on a Ten-acre Tract Find Financial Freedom. The Biggest Price paid for a car of watermelons on the Houston Market this year was $140. The car was shipped by the Danbury Fruit and Truck Growers’ Association. We are situated within convenient shipping distance of Three Good Railroads and in addition to this have the inestimable Advantages of Water Transportation through the Splendid Harbors of Gal- veston and Velasco,' so that our Freight Rates are Cut Practically in Half. The Cli- mate is Extremely Healthful and Superior to that of Califor- nia or Florida — Winter or Sum- mer— owing to the Constant Gulf Breeze. Two Texas Gulf Coast Products The Mechanic, the School-teacher, the Doctor, the Lawyer and the Day-laborer are all “Business Men,” when it comes Right Down to it — “Even as You and I.” Most of Them have had Training in the “School of Hard Knocks,” and Know How to Listen when “Money Talks.” It only requires the Application of Brains in Order to make the Earth most Anywhere Bloom with Life. Ben Franklin said: — He who by the Plow would Thrive, Himself must either Hold or Drive.” The Man who is Really in Earnest will absolutely make good on a Small Farm, if he will only Put his Shoulder to the Wheel, and stay “Put.” Work Wins — It Always Wins, but Industry and Intelligence are Irresist- ible and Invincible. Since Investigating Conditions in the Rain Belt of Gulf Coast Texas, I have no Fear of Old Age or Poverty, because I Know I can Take Up a Few Acres Our Contract Embodies Life and Accident Insur- ance, and should You Die or become totally disabled. Your family, or anyone else You name, will got the Farm without the Payment of Another Penny. If you should be Dissatisfied, we will Absolutely Refund your Money, as per the Terms of our Guarantee. Write for our Free Book, which contains nearly 100 Photographs of Growing Crops, etc. Fill Out the Blank Space below with your Name and Address, plainly written, and mail it to the Texas-Gulf Realty Company, 1435 Peoples Gas Bldg., Chicago, 111. Read it Carefully, then use your own Good Judgment. Please seed bm year book, ’’ladepeadeece with Tea Acres.” Digitized by Google

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04 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. LTOH FUHWTWt CM*WO«Cj£qY'^|SH FURNTURt COHWJW CHlOfiO SOHO COMFORT ROCKER ] A PANTRY IN ITSELF Beautify Your Home Now PAY as YOU Are ABLE Don’t be without the furniture and other things you bo dearly dedre for your home — those things that mean so much to your comfort an i happiness. It’s the easiest thing imaginable to have everything you want. Just a email amount of money w it b order, other small amounts monthly — m year or longer to pay. How easy! Oft Have Proa Trial We assume all the risk. Evcry- OU liays rree iriai thing you order of ua sent on 30 days approval. You use them, enioy them, makesure you like them. Unless perfectly satisfied you can return. Wo will refund every penny paid us and freight charges both waya. Write for Big Free Book OF BARGAINS ON CREDIT Shows everything you can poosibly want for the home— Furni- ture, Hugs, Carpets, Tables, Beds, Kitchen Cabinets, Stoves — everything! Prices are startlingly low. quality high. Choose your own payment terms. Write today for our Dig “Home Makers’ Book. ' ’ Beautify your homo the easy way. UNDERSTAND BROTHER unionist That the best made shoes — the shoes made under the best man- ufacturing conditions — the shoes that best stand wear — bear the Union Stamp, as shown herewith Ask your dealer for Union Stamp shoes, and if he cannot supply you write Boot and Shoe Workers' Union 246 Summer Street • ' Boston, Mass. 3345678©0'i*&poiuytrewqAedf gh j kl; d/. . mnbvcxz "#$#_& 1 ( ) *{P0IUYTREWQASDFGHJKL:6j • tMNBVCXZ L. C. Smith & Bro. , Don't suppose that it is any news to you how your machines stand up. The above shows the oondition of my maohine after eight years in a rail road telegraph office where it was common property with all the operators. A competitor of yours told me when I bought my Smith that it would be alright for a while but would not stand up after a time. I have never spent a oent for repairs and it is as good to day as it ever was and I would not trade it for any other make on the market for $10.00 boot. Yours truly, W. A. Downey, Agent . C, B, & Q. R. R. Pleasant Dale, Neb., 12/18-13. THIS TELLS THE STORY Write Ipr free bppk tp L, C. Smith A Bres. ? Typewriter Cempany, Syracuse, N. Y.

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Name When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 6i Your special training — or lack of it — ^ hits you right in the money pocket. If | you’re not earning enough to more than B make both ends meet, or if the work B you’re doing is uncongenial, new is the B time to right these conditions by acquiring the special training that will f make you successful and happy. Select from the attached coupon the particular occupation you like best, mark the coupon as directed and mail it today. That’s all you have to do to learn how the International Correspondence Schools can train you at home and in your spare time — no matter where you are, what you do, or what your age. If you can only read and write , the way is open. ^B You can't afford B to overlook this J opportunity t o J increase your salary and better your position. Mark and mail the coupon NOW. INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOLS Box 965, SCRANTON. I»A. Explain, without further oblignt ion on my part, how I can qualify for the position Indore which 1 murk X. Electrical Engineer Klee. Llfftl ting >upl. Electric Car Running Electric W I reman Telephone Expert Architect BulldlngCont motor Architectural Draftsman Structural Engineer Concrete Contraction Meehan. Engineer Mechanical Dratuman Refrigeration Engineer Civil Engineer Surveyor Mine Superintendent Metal Mining Locomotive Fireman AEng. I Stationary Engineer I Textile Manufacturing Oft* Engine** Antomohile Running Civil Service Railway Mall Clerk 1 took keeping St**nngrnpbyATi pewrttlng W Indow Trlinniing show Card Writing Lettering A Sign fainting Advertising Salesman Commercial Illnatratlng I ndnst rial I >cs|”iiing Commercial Law Teacher English Branches Rood KnglUh for Every One Agriculture Poultry Farming Plumbing k Menm Kitting Sheet Metal Worker Navigation Spanish I angnnges Kreneh ChcmUt Cerinau Present Occupation _ Street and No. L_ City

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00 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. A*k the man with whom if he hat a machine with Combination Column Selector and Paragrapher If he has, then his typewriter is a VISIBLE MODEL you talk typewriters Sndfltihemiar 9 The Combination Column Selector and Paragrapher » the latest labor saving idea in typewriting. It saves 1 0 to 20 per cent, of the time and labor according to die nature of the work; and it does it in the simplest manner — by key- board control of the carriage movements. The Smith Premier Typewriter, Model 10, has Fourteen new features — all of vital import- ance in producing the best and the quickest work. Let us send you a Smith Premier catalogue, describing them aH Smith Premier Department Remington T ypewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere Getting Gray? How Your Hair May Be Darkened and Kept So FREE DOLLAR BOX Cray hair is believed by most people to l*e evidence of weakening in physical and mental power. Those who have gray hair and must rely upon employer* and others are often compelled to meet a secret psychological opposition. PREJUDICE AGAINST GRAY HAIR The gray-haired person soon realises that younger-appear- ing men are chosen for positions, although he may know some thus favored who are really older than he is. Among women, doesn’t the one who possesses hair of the natural dark or dark-brown shade (rather than gray, white or bleached) meet with the highest favors? As a matter of fact, hair or white hair usually has nothing whatever to do with the loss of physical or mental vitality. It is caused by a disorder of the pigmentary glands in the hair follicles, due to such causes as a shock, fever, tight- fitting hats, neglect of the hair, etc. DON'T PAINT YOUR HAIR Most gray-haired persons make the mistake of relying upon what are commonly sold as Instantaneous hair stains, dyes, etc. It would be quite as sensible to use ink or stove polish, for these cheap, nasty dyes deceive nobody but those who use them. RESTORATION OP HAIR COLOR At last what we are confident is the best hair darkening method has been evolved, which has as its object restoring the hair to a natural shade of youthful days, and developing lux- uriant, silky, strong, beautiful growth. It is aimed that the hair roots and glands are reached scien- tifically. so the best possible results are attained. This new Method is directed at c so sing the hair to darken gradually, so that the appearance is that of improving health and vigor. BOX AND BOOK FREE An illustrated, very interesting book will be sent absolutely free. It has information about restoring men’s and womens hair to natural color, overcoming baldness, lasting removal ot dandruff, how to stop hair from falling out, etc. It will be sent postpaid, in plain wrapper, by Koskott Lab- oratory. 1260 Broadway, 386-M, New York, with a dollar alee of Koskott No. 1, out of Koskott Triplex Treatment, if you return (or copy) Coupon below. Do not delay if you want to save your hair, grow new hair, or restore color. FREE $1.00 COUPON This Coupon, when returned with 10 cents (silver or stamps) to Koskott Laboratory, 1269 Broadway, 386-M, New York, N. Y.. entitles sender to our Bi£ Book, entitled, “Perfect Hair," and a $1.00 Box out of the guaranteed Koskott Triplex Treatment.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 67 GUARANTEED America’s Greatest Thin Model 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE, LEVER SET, Complete in AAA mr 25-Year Plain IB / {} Polished or Hand-Engraved Case vF V Read the Factory Descri tion of this Fine Watch: 75 Ito. 1007 SPBCIAL GUARANTEED 25 YEARS Today lor FREE CATALOG Pendant winding. 21 Ruhr and Sapphire Jewels, Gold Jewel Settings, Double-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and cap- jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance, Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochronism, five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self -locking setting device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving inlaid with gold, plates beautifully demaskeened and finely finished. Money Down, $5 a Month v ' ■ We have only a limited number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you wish to carry the very best watch made, you should get your order SA to us before the present supply is exhausted. Remember this is a genuine 21 jewel, thin model Elgin, guaranteed to pass rail- road inspection anywhere in the world. Every one of these / watches is thoroughly Timed and Factory Inspected and carries with it an official time rating card from the Factory. Let us send you one on 80 days approval Send the Coupon TODAY. ^ HARRIS-GOAR CO. HARRIS-GOAR CO. Dept. 759, Kansas City, Mo. Tn Bourns That Sells Moss Clodt Watches Thax amt Other Firm or the World. * Digitized by

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. For Your DIVISION CARD Ynn’ll want one of these handsome combination I UU II card coses. They have a transparent pocket. Just the right size, and are embossed In gold on the outside with the Initials O. R. T. Made on our own paten ted machines — hence exceptionally low-priced. No. 5 (like cut) — Made of Genuine English Calf Leather, black; has a transparent pocket memo- randum book, card pocket and a secret Cl Cfl billfold. Prjce No. 21 — Made of Genuine French Arlolc Leather, black; has a transparent pocket, three Cl HO card pockets and a secret bill fold. Price No. 2 IB— Made same as No. 21. A trifle Tflr shopworn. (Limited number.) Price Buy from maker and save merchant's profit. Don’t delay — send for one at once. Agents wanted. B. T. RE DINS MFG. CO., 6046 Superior St., Cleveland, Ohio THE YETMAN Unproved Transmitting Typewriter; ▲Iso Key-Board Transmitter without type- writing features. Repairs and parts for older makes of machines. Bend for catalogue. ' JAMES UNCLES. Nsrtb Alans. Massachusetts ELECTRICAL by having this big catalog. Over 100 pa «eo of Wireless Instruments, Diagrams, etc.; 20 pages Telegraph Instruments: 30 pages Motors and Dynamos; 20 pages Mirroscopes; 125 pages General Electrical Supplies. THE J. J. DUCK CO., 438-440 St. Clair St, TOLEDO, 0. YOUR IDEAS $9,000 offered for certain Inven- tions. Book “How to Obtain a Patent" and What to Invent" sent free. Send rough sketch for free report as to patent- ability. Patents advertised for sale at our expense In Manufacturers’ Journals. CHANDLEE & CHANDLEE, Patent Atl’ys EfUbdibx) 16 Van Jl 103 r. 8 treat. Waaiiiottion. D. 1 TELEGRAPHERS Add many dollars to their salaries during spare time selling Transparent Handled Novelty Knives with name, address, photo, lodge emLlem. etc., showing under the handle. Superlative quality. Lightning sellers. We show you how. Agents that can give all their time can make $75 to $200 per month. 100% profit and exclusive territory guaranteed. Write quick for terms and special outfit offer. Novclf.Tt uller.v Co., 100 liar ML. Canton, O. Station and clerical MEN) TV E need men of your experience to qualify by »» mall as R. R. Freight Claim Investigators In U. 8.. Canada and Mexico; Traffic Managers for Private Firms, and Claimant’s Bureaus. Better Ray, easier hours, no Sunday work. Attractive ving conditions, good future. Write today (stating experience) lor full details and free book. CHICAGO TRAFFIC ASS’N Dept. J. 220-222 N. State St., Chicago J (J PADNCT CDCC V We guarantee to teach ll U n H k I B UCC 1 you to play by mall and will give you a Beautiful Cornet or any Band Instru- i ^ ment absolutely FREE. You pay weekly 18 loseons are taken. Instrument Is sent witl1 flr3t lesson. Write today for our Kjoklet and wonderful tuition offer. INTERNATIONAL CORNET SCHOOL 970 Musical Hall, Boston, Mass. BIG 300 Page Catalog ELECTRICAL, TELEGRAPH AND WIRELESS SUPPLIES Mailed far do. stamps or coin, whlchyou may deduct from first order of $1.$$T SAVE MONEY on ANYTHING ELECTRICAL by having this big catalog. Over 100 pages of Wireless Instruments. Diagrams, etc.; 20 pages Telegraph Instruments: 30 pagee Motors and Dynamos; 20 * AGENTSS0MNEETr° A| \ Selling the newly patented Brandt Cigar Lighter. gHV Is operated with one hand ; give* an instantaneous jgBShfl light, every time the button is pressed. No elec - ■ K tricity, no battery, no wires, non -explosive. 9 J Strikes a light withoutthe aid of matches. Lights a a 1 Vyour pipe, cigar, cigarette, gas Jet, whenever MB a \ and wherever It is wanted. Works with one hand and never fails. Something new. Big flft demand. Everyone wants one. Write quick for wholesale terms and prices. II. F. Hit AN DT LIGHTER CO. litdMon ML, ... New York City MONEY PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY BOOKS. ADVICE AND SEARCHES FREE Send sketch or model for search. Highest Refewacea. Bert Remits. Promptness Assured, Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 624 P. Rim), N. W. WullaRn, D. C. Digitized by vjUuYIV

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HOW ATTAINED Sir the tulloss school SPRINGFIELD OHIO Every telegrapher, every man or woman contemplating becoming a telegrapher, every beginner should send today for this free book on the Tulloss Touch System of Expert Type- writing. To the telegrapher, it points the way to a better position, a bigger salary, tells how to become an expert. To the young man or woman who wants to become an expert operator — to the beginner — it will point out the surest way, the quickest way, the only right way to learn typewriting, and fit yourself for the big-paying position of an expert. PACKED WITH VITAL TYPE- WRITING SECRETS Tins book tells more about actual, practical fast typewriting than the bem. instruction book you could buy. It clearly and specifically describes the Tulloss Touch System. Tells how thousands of operators all over the country have mastered this easy and practical system, and how you, too, can learn it and reach the speed and salary of the expert. It tells how hundreds of beginners have started by the Tulloss Touch System, have mastered it and gone into high salaried positions right at the start. It tells how speed is gained, how mistakes may be prevented, what kind of practice work is best; 64 pages in all, of useful, valuable hints and helps. Any telegrapher or beginner could well afford to pay for a copy — surely you will not puss by this opportunity to get one absolutely free. “More Money for Telegraphers” — ask for it. Tells how wTe have brought high speed to many telegraphers, increased their salaries, and bettered their positions in life. THE TULLOSS TOUCH SYSTEM can be learned during your spare time if you are already a ‘'Mill” operator, and wall enable you to make the change from sight to touch without losing a day from your regular work. It will give you the speed and accuracy of the expert. Will bring you the increased salary of the expert. Easy, simple and practical, it cun be quickly mastered by any operator. If you are a beginner, the Tulloss Touch System cun lx* taken up and learned at your own home, or in connection with your regular work during spare moments. Learn the touch system, or if already a touch writer, increase your speed by a study of this system, and you can turn out more work and better work — can take direct from the wires on your machine. The Tulloss Touch System makes typewriting easy, inter- esting, reduces it to a science. Your are not coin- polled to keep your eyes trained on the puper all the time — to watch for mistakes— to see that you have written the right letters. Learn the Tulloss Touch System and you can SfiflBPk write with your eyes closed. It relieves your eyes of thnt constant strain — rests them. Docs away with the “end-of-the-day” headache. ^ Jk Send for my 04-page free book on expert typo- \M| wTiting today. Make your work easier, more interesting — learn the riyht way. Typewriting Speed Pays And pays well. The experts, the high sala- ried telegraphers, are always in demand, and draw big salaries because they are speedy and accurate. They are speedy and accurate because they use the touch system . Learn the touch system yourself — do not be satisfied with your present speed, with your present typewriting ability. In a few short weeks, without interfering with your present work, you can learn this simple, easy speed-increasing and salary- raising system. If you are a beginner, start now to learn the touch system. Start riyht in the beginning. Don't lose any more time, or let auy more good posi- tions get away from you — fit yourself for a high-salaried position. Become an ex- pert. Trade a minute of your time now for an expert’s salary later. GET SPEED! AND THE 1 SALARY n . The Tulloss School Touch Typewriting 242 College Hill, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO Send This Coupon NOW ^ The ^ Tulloss School of Touch Typewriting, 242 College Hill. Springfield, Ohio. ^ Please send me. free of all ^ charge, your book on Expert Typewriting and •■More Money for Telegraphers.” Name Address 'digitized Toy* Position

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70 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. The Pen You Need The most perfect, ncm-leakable ink pencil at a moderate price is the fik. “VULCAN” I cafes Red or Black, Long .klpaorblot^KSgW u “qSuha"d for Can be carried in Rapid Writing, any position in the Ruling and pocket. Mamfold- BIG PROFITS TO [n* AGENTS Write now for our profitable selling plan and illustrated Cat- log. Special offer to Telegraphers. J. T. ULLRICH & CO. 27 Thames St. - New York UNIFORM CAPS THE BEST ALWAYS THE CHEAPEST Black ribbed ■Ilk (best quality). heavy patent leath- er visor, gold em- broidered letters, two rows gold tape, wire frame, leather sweat-band, well ventilated, light Weight Mention CO rn Corrt‘ot *Ue* «M*oU n . RxprcKH Catalogue Prepaid Mailed Free GOETTLLR HAT CO. 1 260 S. Broadway. ST. LOUIS, MO. Estaulisued Fifty-Five Years 101 1250 193 438 Small Emblem Buttons for most any society. Solid Gold, 50c each. Rolled Gold, 35c each. S. W. BASSETT COMPANY, Lapham Building, . Providence, R. 1. SENDING MACHINES Are you thinking of getting a sending ma- chine! You will bo making a mistake if you buy before you know what a MECOORAPH will do for you. Valuable free booklet. Write today for it to MECOORAPH COMPANY 321 Blackatone Bldg. - CLEVELAND, OHIO SALESMEN WANTED i t ■ ^ t * ^ • 'ii Mi*' market . Every engineer ami fireman wants a pair the minute they are shown. White, smoke or amber tinted lenses, temple or head band. Complete with genuine leather case. $1.50. Big profit to agents. Write for our special proposition . ENGINEERS GOGGLE CO. 311 Schoflold Bldg - Cleveland Ohio core Investing for Profit F K El Cl For Six Months Send me your Dtroe and addreaa right now and I will i«nd yoc Investing for Profit magazine absolute} y fret lor six months. It tells how to get the utmost earnings from your money— how to tell good investments — how to pick the most profitable of aonnd inrrertments. It reveals how bankers and capitaliats make $1000 St>w to $22,000— in fact, gives you the vital investing information at should enable you fo make your money grow proportion* ately. I have decided thia month to give 500 six-month subscript Aon a to Investing for Profit free. Every copy h Worth At Least $10 to every investor— perhaps a fortune. Bend your name and add row now. mention this paper and get a free Introductory subscription. Conditions ruay prevent repeating this offer. Better take It now. You’ll be willing to pay 10c a copy after you have read It six months. H. L BARBER, Pab., R. 429, 30 Jackson BUd., Chicago ■ III Leading Law School MM ■■■ In Correspondence 111/If ■stCTtlS.- 0HH V H Prepares for the liar. ■hM ■ ■ V Three Courses- College, ™ ■ ■ Post Graduate and Baal . ^ - neM Law* Classes begin eocl) month. Send for catalog giving rules for ad* mission to the bar of the several 8tates. The Greatest Correspondent# Lav School In the World Chicago Correspondence School of Lew 654 Reaper Block, Chicago at 1-40 the cost- 01 SOLID 60LD RlNfift Stand acid test and expert examination We guarantee them them first — thee _ em first — thee pay. Special Offer — 14k Tiffany ring 1 ot. $5.98. Gent’s ring 1 ct. $6.9“ 14k 8twS let. $4.86. 8ent C. O. D. for bwpectlon. Catalog FREE, shows full line. Patent ring gauge Included, 10c. Baroda Co.. Dept 71 Leland and Dover St., Chicago hmuMeurra J DRUNKENNESS The sternly or perlodieal (spree) drinker ran be aavt'd in 3 days with lusknowledge. Or secretly. 31 y remedy is guaranteed. Gentle, pleasant. perfectly harm lets. It does not mat ter how many years. Tins Is the genuine home Treat ment. medically endorsed and proved bya legionof testi- monials. Book and particulars, free, postpaid. Address: EDWARD J. WOODS, 531 Sixth Ave., 3H«W, New York, N.Y. WORK FOR UNCLE SAM I I Government position • offer pleasant employment with good pay. Custom House, Internal Revenue, Book- keeper, Railway Mall and Post Office Examinations everywhere soon. Any American citizen, 18 or over, eligible. Comnioneducation sufficient. Ourfrce book- let show* how you can prepare under personal suiter- vision of former Secretary of Civil Service Examiner*. Write for booklet today.* PATTERSON CIVIL SERVICE SCHOOL, 2002 Lit intr.lon Bid*., Roehester, 5. Y.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. You Can | Own Typewriter Save yourself time and energy by mak- ing your reports on a Pitts burgb Visible. This machine sells for one-third less than the standard cost. Our price of 165 is possible only by low overhead expense —mo salesmen's salaries, and no branch- office expense. Write for details of our co-operative selling plan. $2.50 puts this machine in your home, with no additional outlay. Pittsburgh A Standard Machine lor Twenty Yean Has all latest improvements, including remov- able type basket, back spacer, tabulator, two- color ribbons, perfect touch, quick action, absolute aliiniment and universal keyboard. Writing always visible. PITTSBURGH VISIBLE TYPEWRITER CO. Dept. 37, Union Bank Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. “Rebuilt” Typewriters Are all right, but honestly, now. wouldn’t you prefer an almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt” you ever saw, especially if the difference in price is many big. round dollars? I sell both kinds, but I KNOW which kind will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you Will only drop me a line. I sell both kirids (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago for nearly twenty years. I sell sending machines, too, at lowest prices; also cords for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I’ll help swell that bank account of yours. WM. T. PLUMMER 882 8. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ILL. Cert. 2093, Grand Dmaon, O. R. T. Fuat Financial Sec'y Chicago Local No. I , C.T.U.A. TYPEWRITERS MAKES — — At Vi to V4 Manufacturer's Price* ALL THE STANDARD MACHINES, INCLUDING LATEST MODELS SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE, ^\ouTua> WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOOUE. 20. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM 34.30 Wt LAKE STREET (UrpH t mrtw, I. tfc, W«rM.) CHIOAOO 3000 Typewriters $1 i All Standard Makes I Underwood, L. C. Smith, Oliver, Remington, Smith Premier, Fox, Monarch, Royal, etc. Fully guaranteed, shipped everywhere on Free Trial. Easy Terms. Address, E. C. UNDERWOOD, T170 W. Randolph St., - - Chicago, III. TYPEWRITERS • IS, its, no. Ail lake*. Cash sr hfasra. Mj— fsctwr1* Price, SIM, Oar Price, $15 ta MS. ALBItIQHT BROS. REMLT TYPEWMTER Ci. 21I5.T oath it, St Leuis, Ha- 314 Biaatfway. *•» YcHl TYPEWRITERS Don 1 buy a typewriter from any one at any pries until you rooelve ottr an catalogue Ro. 0U. U n beard -of prices and as - prow paid, free trial offer. All machine* are rebuilt, re- nlckeled. rejaiann/'d. Look like Dew and guaranteed good a* new. Send for one and be convinced. ... RmlioGm So. 6 and Smith Premiere He. S $19.S0 Oltrera So. 6, Underwood* Ho. 4, L. C. Smith* Ho. t . . 84.00 Other rtandard make* cheaper. \ Typewriter Inspection («., 28 7 West 4th 8^ ClneUaad.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 73 The Carbon- the of produced by the Monarch. Try this experiment : Take several sheets of writing paper with carbons between , place them on a flat sur- face and drop a lead pencil, point down, from a height of 18 or 20 inches. Note the clearness of the dot, even on the bottom sheet. Now make a dot by pressing the pencil into the paper, and then ex- amine your carbon copies. The top one will show clear enough, but the others will be faint and blurred1 Monarch kLtch Copy Test that Proves Superiority the work This simple demonstration illustrates the light touch principle of the Monarch Typewriter The action of the Creeping Fulcrum of the Monarch type bar is such that it throws the type face against the paper with a quick tap — not a slow push This means clear impressions on the maximum number of carbon copies Monarch "Light Touch ” is more than a mere talking point It is a mechanical fact, and is one of the recognized fea- tures of the Monarch Typewriter We are always glad to demonstrate this and other valuable features of the Monarch, and request those interested to write us for illustrated, descriptive literature We can arrange for a demonstration of the Monarch in your own office Monarch Department Remington Typewriter Company l Incorporated! New York and Everywhere POWER for YOU! . Power from withinl Strength that is more than mere muscular strength — the strength of perfect health, abundant nerve force — /low within your own reach through Vibration! Nine people out of every ten are only half alive! Are you? Listen — All the Exhilarating Joys of Life - Strength - Youth may he returned to you tli rough Vibration . For Vibration is Life itself. It will chase away the years like magic. Every nerve, every fibre in your whole body will fairly tingle with the force of your own awakened power! Stagnation simply cannot exist. You aie made over new from bead to foot. All the keen relish, the pleasure s of youth, fairly throb within you. Your blood Is sent humming: alone through every vein, artery and tiny capillary. All the poisonous matters in your system are washed away. Every organ is put in perfect working: order. Your self-confidence — ycur self-respect arc increased a hundred fold. Yes. Vihra will do ail this, and more, much rntre. And it is within youraeach. You can enjoy its wonder-working right at home, right in the of your own room. You can yourself the tame identical treatments which you would receive in the offices of the world’s most famous special- ists— ail without extra charge. Special Offer for ite Cross a Limited Time Electric Vibrator Is the result of years of work and experi- ment. It is absolutely perfect, if you have your house wired lor electricity, you can connect it up as easily as an electric lamp; if not. It v/ill run per- fectly on its own batteries. For a short time only we are making a remarkable Special Introductory Offer on the White Cross Electric Vibrator — amazing discounts — actual rock-bottom prices direct if you act at once. PRFF ROOK* Sign the coupon and mail it to jp r‘VLL DWWIV a,loda)r. Get our splendid bi, FREE book telling you all about tbc marvels of Vibration. Jp Read what scientistssay about It, Post yourself on what it will do for you. Learn all about the White Cross Elec, trie Vibrator and our limited offer. You are under no obligations at all — all you need to do is to send the coupon today— you can send a postal card or a letter, but the coupon will do just as well. Lindstrom-Smith Co. 218 S. Wabash Av. Dost* 2502 SEND FOR jP THIS .. . . book Lmdstrom. jP Smith Co. ♦♦^18 S. Wabash Art Desk 2582 Chicago, Illinois Without any obligations on my part, please send me. free and prepaid, your free book on Vibration, full par- ticulars ol the White Cross Vibra- tor and your Special 60- Day Offer. Name Address Digitized by o

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74 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DIAMONDS-WATCHES CREDIT THIS ELGIN WATCH, 17 JEWELS, ADJUSTED Men’s 16 Size, (also Ladies • O Size) Thin Model, New Marginal Minute Dial, In Gold Filled Case. Guaranteed for 25 \ cars, plain polished or handsomely engraved, sent prepaid on 30 DAYS FREE TRIALS^ Then $2.50 a Month pass Railroad Inspection, is the greatest bargain ever heard of. NO MONEY DOWN - 12.50 a Month af tel examination by you. Whether you are a railroad man] or not, this is tho Watch you want. No matter where you live, we will trust you. Send us your order today. \ Write for our free Catalog, containing over 2,000 lllustra- m tions of Diamonds, Watches, Jewelry, Silverware, etc. It tells 1 all about our easy credit plan. Write today, before you forget it. i LOFTIS BROS. & CO. THE OLD RELIABLE. ORIGINAL DIAMOND AND WATCT CREDIT HOUSE No. DEPT 8-869 100 to 108 N. State St., CHICAGO, ILL. 3RA BrgZ* Store.: IStUbury. Pa., and St. Uuu. Mo. GUARANTEED 25 YEARS ■**>. by return mail without cost. ^ IF YOU WANT TO EARN S2T500 TO $6,000 A YEAR— if you want an established profession that is remarkably profitable then send for the free course and see what T)ruKles9 Healing has to offer you. Hundred* of successful graduates demonstrate the won- derful efficiency of our methods. REMEMBER— This Offer Is Limited! Write NOW for FREE Course of Lessons. Get 124m the facta. Send poBtal or letter RIGHT AWAY AMERICAN COLLEGE OF MECHANO THERAPY Dept. 741 fel W. Randolph St. Chicago. III. CHICAGO ■ mm 388-Page 7000 Bargains Book Sent For a Postal! Answer this little ad and find the woodarfuj lSto 60 p<^ ■ A" Home FurnishTng^ON CREDfT -time payment#. Greatest real banrains in cwxv- , la good. Year to pay. Lutablmkcd 49 years. Writs k| FURNITURE AND CARPET CO. M 3910 3018 Wontworth Avo., Chicago 33E A DANK.HFI Loarn a profession that will give vou standing and Inde- pendence. Splendid opportunTtieaior railroad ta egrapher*. I'lcnsant work, short hours, all Holidays pk, y^ajLv vacation with pay. good ■alia*?* IbGlomainil* mouths Textbooks by Edgar G. Alcorn. Catalog free. O AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BANKING, 160 Mcleoe Bldg.. Columbia, Obit

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 75 This Washer Must Pay for Itself. A MAN tried to sell me a horao once. He said it was a fine horse and had nothing the matter with it. I wanted a fine ».,♦ t anything about horses mi the man very w ell either. So I told him I wanted to try the horse for a month. Hq said “All right, but pay mo first, and I'll vt you back your money the horse isn t all right. Well, I didn’t like that. I was afraid the horse Wa>> t “all n^ht’’ ami that Im ’ have to whistle for my 1 once parted with it. So I didn’t buy the her hough 1 wanted It badly. Now this set me thinking. You see I make Wash- ing the “1900 Gravity’’ Washer. And I said to myself, lots ' people may think abo Washing Mar chirm as I thought about the -to, and about tho man w ho owned it. But I’d never know, because they wouldn’t write and tell me. You see I sell my Washing Machines by mall, I have sold over half a million that way. So, thought I, it is only fair enough to let people try my Washing Machines for a month, before they pay for them. Just as I wanted to try the horse. Now. I know what our “1900 Gravity” Washer will do. I know it will wash the clothes, without wearing or tearing them, in less than half the time they can be washed by hand or by any other machine. I know it will wash a tub full of very dirty clothes In six minutes. I know no other machine ever in- vented can do that, without wearing out the clothes. Our “1900 Gravity” Washer does the work so easy that a child can run It almost as well as a strong woman, and it don't wear the clothes, fray the edges nor break buttons the way all other machines do. It just drives soapy water dear through the fibres of the clothes like a force pump might. So, said I to myself. I will do with my “1900 Grav- ity” Washer what I wanted the man to do with the horse. Only I won't wait for people to ask me. I’ll offer first, and I’ll make good the offer every time. Let me send you a “1900 Gravity” Washer on a month's free trial. I’ll pay the freight out of my own pocket, and If you don’t want the machine after you’ve used it a month, I’ll take it back and pay the freight too. Surely that is fair enough, isn’t it7 Doesn’t It prove that the “1900 Gravity” Washer must be all that I say it is? And you can pay me out of what It saves for you. It will save its whole cost in a few months. In wear and tear on the clothes alone. And then it will save 60 cents to 75 cents a week over that in washwoman's wages. If you keep the machine after the month’s trial. 111 let you pay for it out of what it saves you. If it saves you 60 cents a week, send me 60 cents a week 'till paid for. I’ll take that cheerfully, and I’ll wait for my money until the machine Itself earns the balance. Drop me a line today, and let me send vou a book about the “1900 Gravity” Washer that washes clothes In 6 minutes. Address me this way — H. L. Barker, 868 Court Street, Binghamton, N. Y. If you live im Canada, sddr— i lfiOd Washer Co*, 357 Yonge St., Toronto. Out. NEW JOBS NOW OPEN Earn from $35 to $100 Weekly as a TRAFFIC MANAGER Modern transportation is a jangle of rowtos and rates calling for specialists who, like the sstMsdsrt of old, have expert knowl- edge of the trails at traffic. How to route shipments to obtain shortest —Hoags and —richest deSveHee and bow to classify goods to obtain lowest rates are two vital factors in business competition. The man who knows how is so valuable to his em- ployer that bo commands respect and big remuneration. Big Salaries Paid to Traffic Managers Expert traffic managers command from 12,500 to $25,000 a year. Why not prepare yourself to fill one of there locrarivo positions? Now and Uncrowdod Profession Tboroarahalf a million LARGE SHIPPERS in the UnltedStateo. IrevnoM of thorn a— da an axpsi* won «nccup*’t to" « aacrKtSSr --..wP^y°P*’ to bccoma thonwhlr nvwd and proflehnt In tho atrst- can master this new profaaaion. LASALLE EXTENSION UNIVENSITY, Dept. X10 CHICAGO FREE PORTFOLIO ✓ COUPON Dept. X10, Chicago, Bib I am interested in tho new profession— Traffic llananamant. Ploaaa sand no# fall in- formation and Traffic BookTfrss of all coat. Nams _ Occupation ( f 1 f* Write Address on the Margin Plainly

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70 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DAY And Free Suit OH can easily make big money with our new co- operative plan, ehowingoar wool sample* and tmappy fashions to your friends. It's new. They’ll buv on sight, for you • save them from $4 to $H. give them / the latest striking city fashions and the finest tailoring in the world. Your Own Suit for Nothing by making enough un the first two or three order* to pay for it. Why notches* swell, ret your clothe* at a confidential, ineide figure and easily make from $.’> to flOa day l No money or experience needed. Airont’scompleteoutflt sent FREE— 60rich woolen samples — perfect measuring system —full instructions— everything necessary to start yoa in a big paying business. All clothes made to measure. Remember We Pay Express Charges and take all the risk. Everything sent sub- ject to examination and approval before pay- ment is mode. Clothes must fit and satisfy or your money back Send no money — wo | furnish everything FREE. Just mail a post- y al today and the dollars will soon be flowing \ your way. We appoint only one agent in a ; town, so write quick and bo the lucky man : to ret in on the big money. (2) reliable tailoring company i SAC S. Peoria Street, Chicago, III. Oat Thla Suit FREE You Want The Best when it comes to a question of Men’s Tailored- to- Measure Clothes. You want garments made out of the best of Woolens and finished by Expert Tailors who know 4heir business. Tailors who are able to guarantee yon a perfect Fit. You Want clothes that will hold their shape after long and hard wear. ( Ussy Garments that f look the part. There is nothing cheap in the Handy Dandy Clothes except the price and every suit goes with a guarantee of money back If not satisfied. Can anything be fairer we take all the chances and are satis- fied to do so for we know that the Handy Dandy line of Tailored- to-Measure Suits can not be duplicated at the price. Suits from $8.00 up that are perfect in every respect and guaranteed to give satisfaction. We want good representatives and will show you how you can earn ?our Swell Suit in a few hours, and in addition make rorn 40 to 50 dollars a week. You don’t need exper- ience, our easy selling plan will make you successful and give you a big income for very little of your time. Beat your neighbor to it by writing now, for only one man will be appointed in your community. Address THE HANDY DANDY LINE Dept. H, Sangamon St., Chicago, Illinois Ref. — Thu Con'l & Corn ! Nat. Bank. Capital Twenty Millions. RISK A CENT MAKE $15 A DAY We want Agents, Salesmen, General Agents— quick. Work all or spare time — traveling or at home. No experience necessary — no money needed. We back you with our capital and experience — furnish every- thing— free — complete outfit — samples — measuring system, full instructions to start you at $10 to $15 a day, with chance to work up to several thousand dollars a year on commission basis. Sample Suit FREE We furnish your own sample suit at less than wholesale price and allow you to pay for it out of your comm issions. Great, new, money- making offer. Send to-day — look at the new styles and weaves at prices for made-to-measure suits, finest tailoring, that are less than your local prices for ready-mades. Call on ten men — take eight orders. This is a big, real, quick,, sure, money- making proposition. EVERY GARMENT UNION MADE. Express prepaid. WrHm ToiIav Bisk a cent. Investigate. Send Just *wi no i uuaj. your nBme an(j address on a postal card— give name of your county. SEND TODAY. Regal Tailoring Co.t 466 legal Bldg, Chicago, III. Cash In Your Spare Time! ig money - good American Dollars — and back our agents to th> limit. Write at once for the greatest offer ever made by any tailoring concern on earth. $5 1® $10 t.DsA? While Doing Other Work Join the ranks of “ProgreH” money makers! Many earn in mo a du\ In spare time. ^ oil can do as well. Wo show you how. \\ i i >.i \ Inrush nionev — not In ‘‘premiums’* and ‘ promises.”* Send No Money- Everything is FREE It costs us thousands of dollars to make our Free Agents’ Outfits (In- handsom- est, most complete ai d t » m ,• r>r hand- some free outfit . (19) PR06RESS TAILORINB CQ. DtgL 232, CKCAM an 0. R. T. PENNANT 11 x 2a Best quality felt with official em- blem. reproduced in umftl colors in oil. will be mailed to you postpaid, for $1.00. EICON A. PKNOYER. (Cert. 2023. Div. k.j Digitized So. Hammond.PN. Y.

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t V- -JJ tTv hiiii , | irr mBHI Slip “ —* 41 » ] 1 pi u-j*> M§§ ini The First Oven Thermometer Was Used On Kalamazoo Ranges That’s an-indication of the mechanical perfection of the Kalamazoo. An oven thermometer is as necessary on a range, as a steam gauge is on your engine boiler. This and other big points of range advantage were Kalamazoo inventions. Get one of these handsome durable ranges in your kitchen for a 30-day free trial. Factory Prices Wc ,arran£e payments — * to suit your convenience. Ao excuse tor not having this masterpiece of the „ famous stove builders, the Kalamazoo Stove Co., the largest factory in the world dealing direct. 200.000 satisfied customers. Read in the Kalamazoo Book their praise of Kalamazoo Stoves, Kalamazoo selling methods and the low Kalamazoo prices. Oven Thermometer Kalamazoo Queen Range With Glati Oven Door Furnaces At $25.00 to $75.00 Saving including complete installa- tion for heating your home* Keeps every room warm at low fuel cost. Ask for fur- nace catalogue. We’ll plan for your heating system Free and save you the tin- ner’s bills. The very latest, most scientific system — clean, healthful, comfortable. KALAMAZOO STOVE CCX. Mfr».t KALAMAZOO, MICH. Shipped the Day Order is Re- ceived — Freight Prepaid — 30 Days’ Free Trial — 360 Days' Approval Test. Cash or Credit Write A K&l&KVazoe &S Direct to You roT (iu Move I Calnlog too. Write for It. X for book of 400 stoves with absorbing stove facts. All about stove making, and stove selling and reasons ichj/ S we can save y« »u money. * Write a postal or mail f coupon today. S „ , A • c X Kalamazoo Ask for * Stove Co.. Catalogue Kalamazoo, Mich. INu_"?5er S Please send me catalogs 543 . indicated below. Put cross in square opposite catalog S wanted. □ Stove Cat. 543 f O Furnace Cat. □ Gas Stove Cat. Name . ” Stoves Too / Street ftftdNbv -G.Q.Qgk.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 1 Will Lend You a Victor Talking Machine His Masters Voice** RfC.US.PAT.OFF. so you may find out a wonderful entertainer it is be- fore sending me one cent for it. Then when you’ve decided to buy it I will make the terms of payment so light that you’ll hardly realize you’re paying for it. You don’t have to promise to buy and you don’t have to send me one cent of money to borrow this machine. Send for MY FREE TRIAL and EASY PAYMENT PLAN The Victor carries right into your home the world’s most famous singers, bands, orchestras, pianists, violinists, elocutionists, speakers, comedians— people you would pay many dollars to hear if you could even get to hear them. Do not compare the Victor or the Victrola with the old machines of any other kind — reproduction of sound is perfect and clear without squeak or whir. Now, write me to-day for catalogs of Victors, Victrolas, and records and complete information about my free trial offer and easy payment plan. Special Outfit Proposition to the first 100 persons writing in reply to this adver- tisement Give date and time when writing. PETER GOODWIN, Pres. Goodwin Merc. Co. 225 Century Bid*., St. Louis, Mo. Be a Doctor of Chiropractic The New Drugless Healing Science OF SPINAL, ADJUSTMENT A Dignified, Profitable Profession Easily Learned at Home. Steady Demand for Practitioners Every- where — Our Students Surprisingly Successful. Make $3000 to $5000 a Year Your income as a Chiropractor can be this much or more year after year. At the same time you will be serving suffering: humanity. Dr. Walter made $500 the third month after starting:; R. M. Johnson has added over 13,000 a year to his incomejVem Sharpstecn makes $40.00 a day. In addition, this fascinating profession is building up for these former students of ours a splen- did social and professional reputation. We taught these men in their spare time by correspondence, and in class, to be Doctors of Chiropractic— the NEW DRUGLESS HEALING SCIENCE [of Spinal Adjustment —and thereby made them inde- pendent for life. We will guar- antee to teach you with equal J success. A common school education is all you need to begin— our simplified training does the rest. Sample lesson sheets and illus- mm mm m m truted book giving full instruc- &■ Him Bui B> tions how to get into this well-paid, ■ II nnerowded profession at once— mailed National School of Chiropractic, Dept. 144, 1553 W. Madison St, Chicago If I Send Yon this Cfllj made to your measure, in Dmi the latest style, would you be willing to keep and wear it, show it to your friends and let them see our beautiful samples and dashing new styles. Could you use tC 00 a day for a little ■pare time? Perhaps I can offer you a steady job. If you will write me a letter or a postal at once and say: "Srnd me your specitl offer,'* I will send you samples and styles to pick from and my surprising liberal offer. Address: L. E. ASHER. President BANNER TAILORING CO. Dspt. 1 54 Chicago ifc'7- w: t m RUPTURE CURED by STUART'S PLAPAO-PADS means that you can throw away the painful truss altogether, as the Plapao-Pads are made to cure rupture and not simply to hold it; but being self-adhesive, and when adhering closely to the body slipping is impossible, therefore, they are also an important factor in retaining rupture that cannot be held by a truss. NO STRAPS, BUCKLES OR SPRINGS. Soft as Velvet— Easy to Apply. Inexpensive. No delay from work. Awarded Gold Medal. We prove what we say by sending 1TD1?ir write trial of Plapao absolutely » Hl-rl-e# Today. Plapao Laboratories, Block 753 St. Louis, Mo. SHORTHAND IN 30 DAYS We absolutely guarantee to teach you operators Shorthand complete in thirty days. A lot of you have spare time both in your offices and homes. That’s all you need to learn by tho Boyd System. Boyd's System is different in principle from all others. It is the first radical improvement in Shorthand since 1839. It is easy to learn — easy to write — easy to read. No ruled lines. No posi- tions— no shading as in other sy3tems. Only Nine Characters to learn and you have the entlro English language at your absolute command. • Hundreds of railroad operators have taken our courso and are now holding good Jobs as private secretaries, newspaper writers, etc. The Boyd System is the only one suited to home Btudy. Fill out coupon and send it in today. CO UPON fhlcairo Correspondence School*. 1010 Chicago Opera Home Bldg.. Chir»Ko. Send me, without obligation on mv part, free book lets, testimonials, guarantee offer and full descrip- tion of the Boyd System of Syllable Shorthand. Address

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When addrewing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 79 The Busy Business Man E cannot be constantly vexed by the pulling and tugging of a shirt that doesn’t fit. His shoulders must be free. The sleeves must be loose and comfortable. The neckband must fit as it ought to fit and give freedom to the muscles of his neck. The shirt itself must be full cut, allowing for free circulation of air around the body. McDonald Shirts have all these virtues. They therefore enjoy a large sale among business men. The neckbands of McDonald Shirts are pre-shrunk and power shaped. The cuffs are scien- tifically constructed by the same process as the most exquisite white linen shirts. There is nothing to be ashamed of about a McDonald Shirt, no matter what fabric you buy. Prices within reach of every man. Ask your dealer to show you. Write to us for booklet “Shirt Knowledge.” It tells you a lot about Shirts. R. L. McDonald Mfg. Co. This Beautiful Meister PIANO at $175 will be sold to you on terms of $1 a Week or $5 a Month and no interest on the payments We ask no cash payment down. We pay the freight. There are no extras. Piano stool and scarf included. We manufacture the MEISTER piano in our own factory. We do not sell through agents or dealers or jobbers. Hence, there is but one small profit represented in the price of $175. We send the piano to your home on thirty days’ approval, freight prepaid, without any obligation whatever on your part. The MEISTER is beautiful in its lines, rich In tone and worthy a place in the finest home. Send for our FREE PIANO BOOK and learn the details. Our resources exceed $4,000,000. We sell more pianos direct to the home than any other concern in the world. Rothschild & Company Department B-29 :: Chicago. Illinois.

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80 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I Will Stake This Medicine Against Your Time A Few Days Will Be Sufficient to Prove That You Are Curable A few minutes of your time for a few days and I will demonstrate to you, without expense to yourself, that I have a medicine that drives Uric Acid poison from the system and by so doing cures kidney trouble, bladder trouble and rheumatism. Jl don’t ask you to take my word for it, but simply want you to let me send you some of this medici ne so that you can use it personally. I am trying to convince sufferers from these diseases that I have something far better than the usual run of remedies, treatments and such things, and the only way I can demonstrate that fact is to go to the expense of compounding the medicine and sending it out free of charge. This I am glad to do for any sufferer who will take the time to write me. Understand, I will | not send you a so-called “sample, proof or test treat- j inent,” nor will I send you a package of medicine and j say that you can use some of it and pay for the nest, but I will send you a supply free of charge and you will not l>c asked to pay for this gift nor will you be under ! any obligations. All I want to know is that you have a disease for which my medicine is intended, as it is not a “cure-all,” and I give herewith some of the leading symptoms cf kidney, bladder and rheumatic troubles. If you notice one or more of these symptoms you need this medicine, and I will be glad to send you some of It if you will write me the numbers of the symptoms you have, give your age, and your name and address. My address is Dr. T. Frank Lynott, 9564 Deagan Building. Chicago, 111. You promise me nothing; you pay me nothing for it. All I ask, so there shall be no mistake, is that you send me the numbers of your symptoms or a description in your own words, and that you take the medicine ac- cording to the directions I send you. It is my way of getting publicity for my medicine so that it will become widely known. You will agree w'hen you have used it that it dis- solves and drives out uric acid poison. It tones the kidneys so that they w’ork in harmony with the blad- der. It strengthens the bladder so that frequent desire to urinate and other urinary disorders are banished, j It stops rheumatic aches and pains immediately. It ' dissolves uric acid crystals so that back and muscles • no longer ache and crooked joints quickly straighten | out. It reconstructs the blood and nerves so that you • soon feel healthier and more vigorous, sleep better I and eat better and have energy throughout the flay. It does all this, and yet contains nothing injurious and is absolutely vouched for according to law. Sufferers from these dreadful and dangerous diseases can surely afford to spend a few minutes each day for a few days to demonstrate to their own satisfaction if DR. T. FRANK LYNOTT who will send medicine to anyone free of charge they are curable, especially when you consider no ex- pense is Involved, and I willingly give you my time and my medicine. All any fair-minded afflicted per- son wants to know is if a certain thing will cure HIM or HER, and here is an opportunity to find out with out cost, obligation or important loss of time. THESE FEW DAYS may be the turning point in your life. All who are interested enough to write me for the free medicine will also receive a copy of my large illus- trated medical book which describes these diseases thoroughly. It is the largest book of the kind ever written for free distribution, and a new edition is just being printed. I will also write you a letter of diag- noses and medical advice that should be of great help to you; but in order to do this I must know that you need my medicine. Write me the numbers of the | symptoms that trouble you, and your age, and I will promptly carry out my promises. Show an inclination to be cured and you will Ik*. These Are the Symptoms: 1— Pain in the back. 4— Pain or soreness in the bladder. 6— Gas or pain in the stomach. 7— General debility, dizziness. H — Pain or soreness under right rib. 9— Swelling in any part of the body. 10— Constipation or liver trouble. 1 1— Palpitation or pain under the heart. 12— Paln in the hip joint. 13 — Pain in the neck or head. 14— Pain or soreness in the kidneys. 15— Pain or swelling of the joints. 16 — Pain or swelling of the muscles. 17— Pain and soreness in nerves. 18 — Acute or chronic rheumatism. Digitized by

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Pay As You Are Able Your Credit Is Good When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Wonderful BOOK FREE!! Explains Everything You Should Know About Send your name first — ^end no money. Get our latest Big Encyclopedia of hun- dreds of latest Fashions and Free Samples of men’s 1913 Spring Suits and Overcoats mailed at our expense. Dress 19 12 LATEST SPRING STYU ENCYCLOPAED AND ^i^AMPI Any one ambitious to study law and be- ^ come a successful practicing lawyer at the 1 Guaranteed Perfect Fit Absolute Satisfaction Guaran- teed, or no charge. You'll save big money too. Prices lower than cash tailors and your credit it good with us for all you want. MADE-TO-ORDER Your Own Measure No extra charges. No interest. Save big bar, should not hesitate to send for this GREAT FREE BOOK, which explains exactly what you ought to know before taking up this fascinating and valuable 6tudy. This Book Starts You Right nimnlA direct way that will start you right and save you a lot oftime trou ble ^d expense. Thwe can be no possible failure with this Wonderful Guide to follow. It puts youat oneo in the path followed by America’s Foremost Sive themselves gone through such steps as they now reoom mend for you. This Free Book shows you ity asked. rNo security _ money and compare our goods and styles with all others. You’ll be perfectly astonished at our splendid values. Take Six Months To Pay Us You take no risk. Your own eyes judge our values. Select your cloth from our sample book and then let us make your suit to your measure. •-=! Mdpw thing in new styles— have bigger selection -No than any city and town tailors could show lei you. The magnificent style book ia sent aD" Free. Writ© a Postal Now, while you HI. think of it, and get our style book. Stanley -Rogers Co., 526-534 S. Clark Street, WM CHICAGO, ILL. I |l y i|‘l ^ The World's Foremost Credit Tailors A/en ration: NO AGENTS. NO CANVASSING. NO COLLECTORS THE ACME LEAD PENCIL ADDER Thousands pay hundreds of dollars for an adding man isure accuracy and save brain labor. This ready-on-tbo lfler wlfl do both. Demonstrator sample 26c. gIMPLICrfY ADDING MACHINE CO, >. o. Box 369 Burlington, LaSalle Extension i | University, Dept. XII, Chicago, III. O #g Please send me— FREE— Valuable Law “ Guido and tell mo bow to save half on my tuition. ouvn a MWVU1BUV wai -V— personally Invite anyone Interested or affected to visit the work they arenowdotngas well as those who were successfully treated as long as fifteen years ago, among whom are Priests, Preachers, Merchants, Doctors. Millionaires, and Paupers. K»is they are especially anxious to reach their home people. your spare momen sion at very small in any State— how ibp animations by training f you con- template si HE iiWtfa ■1 ii¥ wdrM.ffll’tTH (tffiqini you nave in nunu, expense or obligal Save 1 TtV will not Ol jjji ESS flw ij3|SSsi^wi

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82 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Special Advice for Men Strength Restored by New Method The little book described below (which I gladly send free, sealed, by mall, to any young or elderly man anywhere) contains In 1 is 86 beautifully Illustrated pages every- thing a man need know with regard to cer- tain personal subjects, and as a guide through his entire life, from the delicate period of youth, when wholesome advice is most needed, on through early manhood to a ripe, vigorous, healthy old age. Over a million of these books have been distributed by me all over the world. Therefore, please write to- day and get YOUR free copy by return maiL 8ANDEN CO., DISTRIBUTORS. Do you know, my friend, that there Is a wonderful new way to apply a certain great, natural FORCE to your body, and by which you may, without effort, trouble or incon- venience, treat your own self in the privacy • of your home for debility and lost health and strength without using a single drug or medi- cine? This great FORCE, as a restorer of vitality, is to-day being used all over the civilised world, and I give it as my honest opinion, based upon a vast observation and study, that any man anywhere who leads a sane, manly life and who applies this mar- velous FORCE in a scientific and rational way can, without employing a single drug, be restored again to a state of perfect, rugged health and vigor, without a remaining ache, pain or weakness. As we all know, these various debilitating weaknesses handicap a man in every con- dition of life, while, on the other hand, a per- fect specimen of vigorous, robust manhood is ever admired by all alike, while, of course, Strong Men are the World’s Power Today. it is certainly only such a man who can attain the really great success of life. Therefore, I say to you, no matter what your sixe, whether you are small or large, no matter what your occupation, no matter whether you are a college graduate or working on the farm or in the factory, no matter whether you are young or elderly, it is all a question of your strength andvour vitality, and if I can give you a good, abundant supply of this same great power or VITAL FORCE then it is easy to believe that I can completely restore you to vigorous health, overcome the evil effects of ill health, so you will be exactly the same as other strong-nerved, warm-blooded fellows of your acquaintance. With an idea of attaining all this for you I recommend you to investigate a simple little VITALIZ- ING APPLIANCE of my invention which I am now sending out in great numbers for use by men everywhere who need new strength. This little VITALIZER is very light, weighing only several ounces, and can be worn without it being known. You buckle it on your body upon going to bed and take it off mornings. Thus, while you sleep, it Bends its wonderful power, which I callVlTALITY or VITAL FORCE, into your blood and nerves. Users say it takes pain and weakness out of the back upon one application, and further say 60 to 90 days’ time is sufficient to restore a state of health and vigor. I am not offering this VITALIZER here for sale, but want you to first send for my book that you may learn all about the whole wonderful subject, and why I get such numbers of testimonials from users everywhere telling of results after drugs completely and utterly fall. NOTE. — With special attachments my VITALIZER is used by women as well as men for rheum- atism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder disorders, nervousness and general ill health. Please write for book to-day, or, if near by, I should like you to call. Hours — 9 to 6, Sundays excepted. Write Today, Get Free Book Remember, the little illustrated book which I send free, sealed, by mail, not only fully describes mjr VITALIZER, telling of a special offer by which you may get one on special terms for use in your case, but contains a great fund of advice for men, some good, wholesome cautions, and a lot of general information that might be of value to you to the end of your days. Therefore, please write or call. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 83 ^ Reconstructed Gem —the greatest triumph of the electric fur- nace. Will cat glaaa— stands filing, fire and acid tests like a diamond— guaranteed to con- tain no glass. Remoh Gems have no paste, foil or artificial backing— their brilliancy is guaran- teed forever. One-thirtieth the cost of a diamond These remarkable gems are set only in 14 Karat Solid Gold Mountings. Sent On Approval Anywhere —your money cheerfully refunded If not per fectly satisfactory. Write for our De Luxe Jewel Book— yours for 1 - — _ the asking. Address Remoh Jewelry Co. vWCTrfS W4 Washington Ave., St Louis V YSjyCK Remoh Gems , Look and Wear Diamonds^ UNCtE SAM IS BEST EMPLOYER; pay Is high and sure; hours short; places permanent; promotions regular: vacations with pay: thousands of vacancies every month; all kinds of pleasant work every- where; no lay-offs; no pull needed; com- mon education sufficient. Special money back guarantee If you write today lor booklet. D-1120. IT IS FREE. CARL HOPKINS. - WASHINGTON D. C. x r > n pi oo pi H H PI X o PI H > THE Railroad Telegrapher IB PUBLEBHRD MOMTHLT BY THX ORD1R OF IUTTiWOAP mJMHUFHBBfl Ite offloea are looaled on the seventh floor of the Star Building, corner Twelfth and Olive streets, 8t. Louis, Ho. Signal Engineers Wanted! $125 to $300 Month Write today! This is a most wonderful opportunity for you! 325,000 miles of railroad yet to be equipped with automatic block signal systems. Hundreds of expert, practical signal engineers needed to do this work. The rail- roads have system of training and turning out signal experts, hence we are making an extra special offer at this time. Chief Signal Engineer Will instruct you personally. In order to supply more signal engineers we have made arrangements to teach you to be an expert Sig- nal Engineer right in your own home. Signal Experts will instruct you. Chief Signal En- gineer handles each student personally and gives individual instruction. Our course is not theory— we teach you to be a practical, expert signal engineer, capable of earning $150.00 to $300.00 a month. $13.50 Outfit to Those Who En- roll at Once If you will enroll at once we will send you, asbolutely free, a miniature locomotive, tracks, standards, block signals, etc. Do the actual work right at home just as you would do it on the railroad. Everything right before you. Read! Read! This Is Your Guarantee Dept, of Signaling, Chicago Gentlemen: I finished your course three months ago and am now making $175 a month. It was a lucky day for me when I enrolled in your school. PETBRSOt*. P Department of Signaling, Chicago, 111. GenUemen: Will you send me two of your Btudcnta at once. W ill pav one $125. the other $160 a month. I certainly want to thank you for what you have done for me and 1 recommend your course to any man who wants to succeed. Bailey. Department of Signaling, Chicago, 111. Gentlemen: Am now earning $3000 a year as Signal En- gineer and only out of school fourteen months. Your course has proven worth its weight in gold to me. Very truly, r ijlYWRI t._ Many hundred letters just like these are on file in our offices. You can do the same as these men have done. Valuable Book Send coupon nt once for this book, which tells how we turn you out in a short time at small expense, an Expert, Signal Engineer. FREE CouporiT" Right now we are naki: FREE Coupon Department of J more Signaling, Chicago practical signal m Desk 2-82 ,495 CassSt. engineers^ and will pay them big W cia! offer to stu- dents. The rail- roads need more money. Your name and address on coupon brings our book and A complete information— free. £ Department of S Signaling V Nan Desk 2582 M 435 Cass Street Chicago, III. / I m ^ m ^^gitized by Without any obligations ►r expense to me what- rever, please mail your free book and complete infor- mation. Tell me about your special offer. 'G5ogE

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I When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GOOD EYESIGHT Is Important to You If your eyesight is defective or yon have any form of eye trouble that might endanger your eyesight, you should lose no time in investigating “Actina.” Its potent action stimulates and maintains the circulation of the blood, thereby re- moving congestion and assisting nature to tepair the defects and restore the eyesight to normal conditions. A well-known New York Central Engineer, age 63, lost his position in February, 1909, on account of poor eyesight. “Actina” restored his eyesight, and he is how running his engine as usual. In his letter of July 12, 1910, he states: “I went through the eye examination again in July, 1910, and was given a certificate to July 9, 1911 — this is 30 months’ work at $175.00 a month for the small price of the ‘Actina.* The Kansas com crop isn’t in it at all. My eyes are fine.” His name and address will be sent on application. If you are interested and desire to know what the “Actina” is and what it is accomplishing, write for our FREE TRIAL OFFER and OUR BOOK— TREATISE ON DISEASE. The book contains most valuable information. A postal card will bring it to you. Address, Actina Appli- ance Co., Dept. 26X, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. $122“ REWARD We will pay ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS CASH TO YOU or any physician, chemist or other person, who can show one drop of impure blood in any person whom we have treated for BLOOD POISON, holding one of our guarantees from Nos. 1 to 2643, inclusive (Noe. 1489, 1490, 1491 and 1492 excepted account of records lost). If a “Waeserraan” or other test will show, or if any responsible physician will state under oath that any one of these patients has now even a trace of that terrible disease, we will pay to that person ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS. Many of our patients were CURED, privately, at home, without loss of time. We are so thoroughly convinced that our treatment will CURE EVERY CASE OF BLOOD POISON and that WE HAVE NEVER FAILED to effect a cure, either here or by mail, that we back up our statements with a REWARD OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS, as above. Full particulars in booklet wQl be mailed you FREE upon request. Wc can CURE YOU, privately, at home. Write us TODAY. DRS. BYRD & WHITWORTH Hot Springs, Ark. (Twenty-one years’ experience In treatment of Blood Diseases and Rheumatism at Hot Springs, Aik,) Ends The Misery of Wearing Worthless Trusses How 60 Days' Trial is the Only Safe Way To Buy Anything For Rupture Here Is something absolutely GUARANTEED to keep rapture from coming out— something that does away with the misery-causing leg-straps and body-springs. AWAY WITH LEG-STRAP AMD SPRING-TRUSSES So fnr as we know, our guaran- teed rupture ho]. l. r is the only thing of auy kind for rupture that you can get on fiO days’ trlal-the only thing we know of good enough to stand such a long and thorough teat. It is the famous Cluthe Automatic Massaging Trass— made on an absolutely new principle— has 18 patented features. Self-adjusting. Does away with the misery of wearing belts, leg-straps and springs. Guaranteed to hold at all times— Including when yon are working, taking a bath, etc. Has cured in case after case that seemed hopeless. Write for Free Book of Advice— Cloth-bound, 104 pages. Explains the dangers of operations. Shows just what’s wrong with elastic and spring trusses, rfnd why drug stores should no more be allowed to flfc trusses than to perform operations. Exposes tho humbugs— shows how old-fashioned worthless trusses are sold under false and misleading names. Tells all about the care and attention we give you. Endorsements from over 6000 people, including physicians. Write today— find out how you can prove every word we say by making a 60 day test without risking a penny. Box 783 CLUTHE CO.. 125E.23rriSt. New York City Suffering Mankind I sincerely hope that I may cause you to realise that justice for your case is obtainable, and that I may be the means of bringing new' life, new energy, new hope and vitality to every nerve center of your body. If the best scien 1 1 fic authors In the world hud not accepted my deduc- tions in cases of Blood Poison and Mlcrobic In- fections, if there were any better methods, devices, and plans by' means of w'hicn you could secure all that is desired and anticipated by a man who is paying the penalt of his early follies, I would be glad to refer you to tliat W'hich would restore your confidence, not only in yourself, but in ail mankind. ‘ 1 1 >• K,’> nolds If you suffer from Blood Poison, Old Sores. Skin Diseases, Lupus, Rheumatism, Ulcers, Blad- der, Stomach and Kidney Trouble, w’ould you rather consult the originator or tho crude imitator? I am the originator of the “Specific Blood Cell Remedies,** the original and only reinodies that have the endorsement of leading scientific authors and educators. Do not pay your good money t o imitators, whose so-called remedies are too expensive at any Erice. I have always contended that some men are et ter able to pay $ 10 than others $1. I offer to ac- cept your case without your puying me one single cent in advance for my services. . Be sure and consult me today. Delay is dangerous. H. D. REYNOLDS, M. D. 39 W. Adams St. CHICAGO. ILL. Digitized by VjUUY 1C

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 85 Buy Diamonds by the Carat You can Br now buy Genuine \ 4 V Perfect Cut Diamonds direct Irom the Importer ' legally guaranteed, at these prices: -8 carat, S 8. 25 8-8 carat, $31.2 ■4 carat, $17.50 1-2 carat, $45.C 1 Carat and over , $97.50 per Carat hese Importers’ prices arV> I .inht *i 1 1"' BEST LIGHT rium All men and women in any occupation are now inter- write today for particulars and find out all about our TRIUMPH UGHTS System, Portable Lamps before you put in lighting plants or lamps of any kind and avoid rogrcta. They gtvo 150 to 700 Candle Power Shadow less Light, that can be turned up and down like gas. They meet nil rsoulremonta of Home, Store, Church or business fighting, tu or ontdriore at less than half the cont of kerosene or rt/*-f.Hclt,v. Aimeiennongh for uuvone to Install and operate. Makes and burns its own gas. A safe, brilliant ^ light which casts no shadow. ^ Clean and odorless. Over 200 styles of lamps from loo to 2,000 candlepower. Unequalled for homes, offices, stores, factories, churches, etc. Write for Catalog. Agents Wanted The Best LIphtCo. tfizfflWTO O.

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GET YOU A New Lapel Button ' The official emblem of the 0. R. T. is a Sounder surrounded by a wreath. They are now made up in the latest style with enam- elled face and screw back, both in solid gold and rolled plate. It is the neatest thing of the kind ever produced. : : : : Solid Gold Front - - S1.00 Each Rolled Gold Plate Front - - 50 Cts. Each BS=S L W. QUICK ST. LOUIS, MO. - - - - Grand Seo'y and Tress. Digitized by v^ooQle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ABetter PositionForYDU bM •* worth me. V.lankrH'k tlua >ou r* pytlmg Yaw T«fc m l M good • for the benefit of ambitious men und women everywhere. This school makes it possible for you to obtain the education and training you need without leaving homo or giving up your work. It will bring a practical collego course tc you right in your own home. No matter where you live, the American School will train you in any branch of Engineering. Business and Law. or prepare you for entrance into any resident college, lie- member: no need of your leaving home or giving up your present job. Write tho American School now, while the subject of nutkiug more money is on your mind. State how far you went in the public schools, what you aro doing now. and what you would like to be. Your case will roceivo special attention. Tho American School will tell you tho best and quickest way to better your condition and get more money. Check tho coupon and mail it now. Don’t let this matter drag another day. Another year might slip by and find you at tho same old job and prospects for a raise very slim. American School of Correspondence, Chicago, U. S. A. Your Opportunity Coupon Check the course you want and mail the coupon now American School ot Correspondence, Chicago, U. S. A. Please send me your Bulletin and advise me how I can qualify tor the position marked MX." R. R. Tel. 2-13 ....Lawyer ....Klee. Light A. Power Supt. . . . .Bookkeeper . . . .Electrical Wiremun Stenographer ....Telephone Expert ....Private Secretary ....Arehiteet .... Accountant ....Building Contractor . . . .Cost Accountant ....Architectural Prnftsman . . . .CertTd Public Are’nt ....Structural Engineer ....Auditor ....Concrete Engineer ....Business Manager ....Civil Engineer ....fire Ins Inspector ....Surveyor ....Eire Ins. Adjuster . . . . Mechanical Engineer lire Ins. Expert ....Mechanical Draftsman ....Moving Pletnre Op’r ....Sanitary Engineer ....Stationery Engineer ....Kerlamntlon Eng’r ....Gas Engine Engineer ....Textile Boss . . . . Automobile Mechanician . . . .College Preparatory Address Digtozeei-by .Google

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88 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DEAFNESS SUCCESSFULLY TREATED By the Simplest Method Yet Discovered Ninety-five per cent of the cases of deafness brought to our attention are the result ofcdrrtmic catarrh ^Jtarrhal middle ear. The air passages become clogged by caUrrhai deposits, stopping the Action of the vibratory bones. U n these deposits are removed relief is impossible. The miwr ear can not be reached by probing or to “ wa^ give relief. Neither can ear drums cure deafness. That there is a successful treatment for deafness and catarrh is demonstra- ted every day by the use of “Actina.” The vapor generated in the “Actina passes through the Eus- tachian tubes into the middle ear, removing the catarrhal obstructions and loosens u p the bones ( ham- mer, anvil and stirrup) in the inner ear, making them respond to^the vibrations of sound. “Ac- tum ’ is also very success- ful in relieving ringing noises in the head. We w IMWWW have known people afflict- od with this distrcssing tr^u^l^for ^ars^l^rcU^ved^by^a vaJuabfeinFREE BOOK. Address Actina Appliance Co., Dept. '26D, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. B. D. The Drum: H. Hammer' A. Anvil ; S. Stirrup: S.C. Son* circular Canals! 6. Cochlea . Deaf People Hear Whispers With Common -Sense Ear Drums — “Wireless Phones for the Ears.** For twenty years the Common-Sense Ear Drums have been giving good hear- ing to hundreds of thousands of deaf people, and they will do the same for all who try them. Every condition of deafness or defective hearing is being helped and cured, such as Catharral Deafness. Relaxed or Sunken Drums, Thickened Drums, Roaring and Hissing Sounds, Perforated or Par- tially Destroyed Drums, Drums Wholly Destroyed, Discharge from Ears — no matter what the cause or how long standing the case may be there is hope of good hearing for all the afflicted deaf. The Comrnou-Seiiso Ear Drums are made of soft, sensatized material, comfort- able and safe to wear. They are out of sight when worn and easily adjusted by wearer. Good hearing brings cheerfulness, comfort and sun- shine into the life of the lonely deaf. It is certainly worth your while to investigate. Just drop me a line. I want to send you free of charge my book on deafness. GEORGE H. WILSON, Presidsnt WILSON EAR DRUM CO., Incorporated 883 Inter-Southern Building, Louisville, Ky. 10 DAYS FREE TRIM. We ship on approval without % rent deposit, freight prepaid. DON’T PAY A CENT if you ere not •»tl»&ed after using the bicycle 10 days. DO NOT BUY i/'uJEfcZwSZ at any price until you receive our latest art catalogs illustrating every kind of bicycle, and havo learned our unheard of prices aud marvelous new offers HUC PCIIT «• all it will cost you to UlVb UkU I write a postal and every- thing will be eent you free postpaid by return mail. You will get much valuable in- formation Do not w ait, write it now TIRES, Coaster - Brake rear wheels, lamps, sundries at half usual prices, HI ond Cycle Co, Dept. A-42 Chlnssno f7Af T want IT want YOU work” 1 YOU moted to a position paying $3,000 yearly. No experience ™ cash needed. My agents have steady employment tho yearround. I am ready to give you a position right now where you can make big money q *V. J rs letter or postal today sure and say: Mstl P*™™ lore about the position you offer a™) niark the oddress Personal for E. M. DAVIS, Pres E. M. DAVIS CO., A 120 Davis Block, Chicago THE Phillips Code. Price, $1.00 A thoroughly tested method of Shorthand arranged for Telegraphic Purposes and contemplating the rapid transmission of press reports; also intended to be used as an easily acquired method for General Newspaper and Court Reporting. BROTHER TELEGRAPHERS, ATTENTION! Why not carry a few cards with your name, address and division number. Enclose fifty-conts, and we will mail you, post-paid, sixty first quality, embossed enamel finish with wreath and sounder, in green and gold. Liberal discount on big orders. Agents wanted. Address LAUREL TELEGRAPHER CLUB, Laurel, Delaware, Box, 276. ADDRESS L. W. QUICK, Grand Secretary and Treasurer ST. LOUIS, MO. Digitized by VjOOQlC

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CClfp (0rhw of SUttlroaft ufcbgrapljwH PETITION FOR MEMBERSHIP Officers and Members, Division No The Subscriber . .. .* * by occupation a of ...~ years experience, bom in .. . .. voluntarily offers himself as a candidate for initiation into THE ORDER OF RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS, and agrees, if admitted, that he will cheerfully conform to all the laws, rules, mandates and edicts of the Order. I have not been rejected for membership in the Order within the past year. Fee enclosed, $ .. Signature of Petitioner. .. .. Dated at.. : this day of ....19 *My Postoffice address is Employed by.... Railroad This is to Certify : That we, the subscribers, are personally acquainted with Mr and, from a confidence in his integrity and the uprightness of his intention, do cheerfully recommend and propose him as a proper candidate for member- ship in this Order. R ECOM MENDERS- *Be careful and fill in your postoffice address Digitized by v^ooQle

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90 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. This “Book of Cold” and you will open your eyes in amazement. You will gloat over its sparkling originality— you will stand nghast— dumfounded at its extravagance. GOLD real gold-think of it and imagine if you can a BOOK OF GOLD containing the grandest array of cloth— the pick and choice of more than 5,000 pieces a world of dazzling color fashion plates— tho latest original creations— exclusive. Can you rcullzo It f And still it's all for you-and it's free to you. All for you to make money hand over fist like you never even im- agined possible. No, men, no one else will have anything like it— not by a great deal— nowhere near like it. So just send postal today and see for yourself It s P REE. Just go ahead anyway and send us your name and address for this greatest of all Free Outfits. You can’t harm yourself any by doing so, because it’s all free to you— and here’s more and it’s also free to you, Yes. it’s free— not an idle promise or misleading statement, but a fact, an absolute fact. Ask any GREAT CENTRAL agent anvwhcr*. They know by actual experience. AGENTS FREE OUTFIT COM- PLETE Will Make You Prosperous YhowS5j??nti522kt * 0oldT8taT?t1J.n,‘f and dazzling— GOLD and it’s a wonder-no words. - r HpLHM«^tV,«OWeVer^e^Tiful and enthusiastically put, will ever come anywhere mn*t Khl* niHrvolof beauty, expense and during-it’s beyond description— * fc.8A° 1 becan?e you rannot conceive-nor imagine its greatness. It is indeed —tho ?ead7r« P*;0P7rtl0» 10 anything anyone has ever attempted-even forue tno leaders in fashion-the leaders for years in our line— FIRST IN EVERYTHING Yes tSns ' °W« 8 m l’tbing in the tailoring business. We busted all tradi- wSivmV » °Ur fco,c°8t’ W(' paid no attf*ntion to anything only to produce th« GO in p?Tritf«8t_8.omethx,nlK fhat noother bailors could afford-uud we’ve done it.— Listen, these bUUKo cost us a fabulous sum— $48,000.00 In Actual Cash Just you stop to consider, please, that’s an awful lot of money, and still every cent ot it is spent for you— just to make it easy— play, in fact, for you— to get all the money you want and whenever you want it. Now this might seem to you like a rash statement and a great big impossible promise, but just the same it’s true and a* easy as falling off :i log, aud here is why— and just take this tip— pay no attention whatever to what you have soon or hoard from others. Don’t be misled by your past experiences— you would be doing yourself a great wrong bv comparing this oner with any other. Just out of curiosity, if you like, get our Wondrous Free Outfit Your Own Clothes Free We have, for the past three seasons, dressed our men with free clothes, made to their measure, because it pays us to do so. It’s wonderful advertising. They make such a pronounced hit— create such admiration that men want their clothes made that way— from such exclusive goods and perfect lit seen nowhore else— and natur- ally they take orders thick and fast. That’s how it ilnallv pavs us. But others have copied our advertisements and then fell down— imitated liut did not make good Therefore, if you have been fooled by others, don’t let that bother you, because we i . j J- even more. We give our agents free to givo make good every promise and wc ch and every customer Free Razor, Fountain Pen, Belt $5,000 Bond of Satisfaction and such other free advertising help are posltivolyout of the reachof all others. Yes, we go to tho very limit — nothing what- ever left to be done. You just couldn’t hope to have or imagine anything in ad- dition. Why, it’s a push over for orders — profits come so easy you will only need spend an hour a day at it and get what you want. That's the way our men do and we get hundreds of orders every day from them. If you have the least doubt about this come to onr mammoth establishment any day you want and your expenses are paid by us if we don’t show them to you— hundreds of them every day— and yon don’t need a cent of capital nor any ex- perience whatever. That’s the way we do everything. We take all the risk. Wo pay all the express charges on everything— even on your free clothes and guarantee perfect fit— style- workmanship, etc., with a <6,000 Guar- antee Bond. So you see we leave nothing undone — nothing further to be wished for —and now for the surprise of the season. The greatest achievement ever attempted. One which no man will or can overlook. One which mukes it tho easiest thing on earth for our agents to sell every man he meets. It’s the smashing up of all com- petition. Mukes it impossible for other agent s, tailors or clothiers to do business. That's the prico for complete suits made- to-measure from wondrous goods. $5, $10, $15 Any Day qnd it’s easy too, just an hour a day. Wc art* so far in tho lead that other agents will throw away their outfits because they won’t do— too cheap — far too common when up against our Magic “BOOK OF GOLD.” Now, whatever . „ , - , - . ...... OVUUIUK .B , VUI name and address on a postal. That’s all that’s necessary— everything 1b free— nothing whatever for you to pay for. You can’t lose— but we want to assure you now that you will be startled at what we send you free. You never in all yonr life saw such extravagance, such tremendous expense and luxury without a penny cost to you. Just send name today, even though you think we have made extravagant statements. You’ll see. You will for the first time in your life find that even big claims like we make here fall short— mighty short— and that no words could possibly do justice to the actnal facts, Those are Just a few features in rlils season's tremendous advancements. Just a few of our gifts and offerings. You must get them all to understand. id your name today and open your eyee. Simply address Postal with your name and address. It will all come FBEE and prepaid PAT* CENTRAL TAILORINO CO., Dept. 265. Jaekaon Boulevard, CHICAGO Digitized by vjUUS CHICAGO

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Startling Watch Offer! ■V SPECIAL TO O. R. T. MEMBERS READ! A Watch Offer Without Parallel Write for our FREE book on watches; a book that posts you on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to You on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies* or gentlemen’s), or if you ever expect to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book. See coupon below. We WON’T “knuckle down** to selling systems among dealers, so we have decided to make such a tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop u ? YOU TOO will seize this opportunity to get the “Burlington Special** direct on this wonderful offer. You should not buy a worthless watch just because it is cheap. Nor need you pay exorbitant prices now for a top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explains. (IjO C A a Month at the vf Rock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world’s most superb time piece 1 The easiest payments at the rock-bottom price — the Rock-Bottom price. To assure us that everybody Will quickly accept this introductory direct offer, we allow cash or easy payments , just as you prefer . Nrt MnnPV nAUrn We ship the watch on approval, prepaid (your choice of iTlUIlCy Ls\jyv II lady’s or gentleman** open face or hunting case). You risk absolutely nothing — you pay nothing — not one cent — unless you want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too that you DO want an independent watch— made in the independent factory that is giving better quality and superior workmanship throughout; we will quickly convince you that the Burlington watch, on which there is only one rock-bottom price (the same rock-bottom price everywhere) is THE watch for the discriminating buyer; that it is TIIE watch for the man or woman who wants, not the largest selling brand which everybody has, but the best watch, the watch bought by exrperts, TIIE watch that is abso- lutely perfect in its many points of superiority— the Burlington Watch. You will be posted on Inside facts and prices when you send for the Burlington Company’s free book on watches. BURLINGTON WATCH CO. Dept 2582 19th and Marshall Blvd., Chicago, 111. NOW WHITT for the free book. Xtwill IvUff TTIlAAIj tell you what you ought to know before you even examined watch. It will tell you the inside facts about ^ watch prices, and will explain the many superior points of the Bur« lington over the double priced products. Just send your name and address today. ^ <v NO LETTER IS NECESSARY — COUPON WILL DO < BURLINGTON WATCH CO. 25*2 19th sad Blvd. HUMS Pleas© send me (without obligations and prepaid) your free book on patches ^ and copy of your B1,000 chair r ’ lenge, with full explanations of your cash or $2.50 a month offer on the Burlington Watch, Name. Address. Digitized by Google

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Do you realize that Uncle Sam, through the Post Office Department, brings the oldest and one of the largest and strongest banks in Chicago right to your door? You can open an account with one dollar or more in The Hibernian Bank , no matter where you live, as conveniently as if you lived in Chicago. Write for our tree booklet "Banking By Mail." THE HIBERNIAN BANK Henry B. Clarke , V.-P. d Mgr. the Savings Dcp't. Clark & Monroe Sts. - CHICAGO PIANOS The tone, touch and magnificent wearing qualities of the VOSE Piano are explained by the exclusive patented features, the high- grade material and superb workmanship that enter into their construction. The VOSE is an ideal Piano for the home. Over 70,000 sold. Delivered in the United States free of Charge- Satisfaction guaranteed. Liberal allowance for old pianos and time payments accepted. FREE — If you »ro Interest'd in pUtio., let u* «.l eaUlof, th«t pivri f>ill information. YUSK k SONS PIANO CO., 161 Boylaton Hu, Boaton. llaaa. ILLINOIS’SPRINGFIELD WATCHES Write for a Lincoln Medal and a descriptive folder of these watches. ILLINOIS WATCH COMPANY SPRINGFIELD “Awful Smart” Your Shaving Soap Did It The free caustic found its way into the pores of your skin and that terrible smarting and drawing sensation resulted. MENNEN’S SHAVING CREAM which contains no free caustic, and enjoy a cool , comfortable shave. Mennen’s Shaving Cream makes a lather which requires no “ rubbing in ” with the fingers to soften the beard. You lather and then you shave. Saves time> and does away with tender faces. For sale everywhere 25c Sample Tube Free GERHARD MENNEN CO. * Newark, N. J. MAKERS OF THE CELEBRATED iEfOFN'S T OILEI PMCE8

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. V PRINTYPE 'if Receives the Plaudits of the Public Vigilant Protector of People’s Eyesight |\^^c Vll|| JJTJW' Hailed as a Benefactor by Many Thousands of Enthusiastic Admirers. Officer Pnn- type” Responds with Becoming Modesty. Officer Priii type says: “I am overwhelmed by the ova- /\S4 tion which has greeted my appearance in your midst. I am y simply doing my sworn duty in ridding the Business and rfSBL Financial Districts of the Bad Characters thatforyears have made Typewriters a menace to your eyesight. I have mercilessly exposed and relentlessly pursued these danger- . ous Typewriter Types, which are responsible for more \ JjjJW cases of Defective Vision than all other causes combined. ^ “Report direct to my Headquarters, in the Oliver Type- writer Building, Chicago, any machine whose type is violating the Optical Law and I’ll have the offender haled before the Court of Public Opinion.” Prl ntjpe. OLIVER Typtwrittr Prlntypo ii ownod and eontrollod oxclaslvoly by Tbo Oliver Typewriter Company America rings with praise and applause for Printype. This superb new typewriter type has attracted more attention than any typewriter innovation brought out in recent years. Hundreds of thousands of people nave seen this new type and wondered what it was that made Printype Correspondence seem like a spoken message, There’s virility, strength and charm in Printype correspondence. There’s refinement and '‘class” and style. Not because of its novelty— it’s inherent in the type! A Vast Improvement Printype is designed in shaded letters and numerals, like the type in which books and magazines are printed. It is book type transformed and adapted to modern typewriter requirements. This radical departure from the old style "outline” letters makes it possible to produce on The Oliver Type- writer a page of manuscript as clear and attractive as that of the finest book. The Oliver is the first and only typewriter that successfully prints printl The Primary Reason Printype resulted from our discovery that "outline” type, with its sameness, due to absence of shading, was harmful to the eyes. The Silent Test For months, without any advertising, we put hun- dreds of Printype Oliver Typewriters into actual service, in many diverse lines of business. We wanted the public’s verdict. It came in a burst of admiration and a flood of orders that proved Printype a brilliant success. Printype letters, wherever seen, excited the keenest interest. Business men who received their first Printype letter almost invariably answered, post-haste — “ Where did you get that type V' Thus Printype captured the country without firing a single shot. Price Not Advanced The Printype Oliver Typewriter sells for $100. You can pay at the rate of 17 cents a day. The “Printyper” is our latest and best model. The new type adds 25 per cent to the value, but not one cent to the price. S end Printype Coupon Now! H you or any- one In whom you are Inter- ested contem- plate going to a Business Col- lege, write u« and we will, without charge, supply you with some very valuable Information on the subject. The Oliver Typewriter Company, 970 Oliver Typewriter Bldg., Chicago. Tell Officer “Printype” to write me a let- ter and send me his Book. I’m interested. Addre88.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 01 Get in the New Profession Thousands of men are needed. The new profession that is paying big money wants you and needs you. Here is your opportunity to get into it now. You don’t need to leave your present employment. Just a few hours a day in your own home and soon you get your diplo- ma and you are a full-fledged Meter Engineer. Be a Meter Engineer A $3,000 Job for YOU ! I The profession of Electrical Meter En- gineering is now in its infancy. It is calling for men. The Central Electric Stations must have Meter Engineers, because without them they cannot operate. Thousands of positions now open. Over 400,000 new meters are going to be installed next year. Just think of the vast array of men that will be needed. And besides, Meter Erypneers no'v are so scrace that the Central Stations are willing to pay huge sums for competent men. YOU can get into the profession. It is calling you. Special For a limited time we are makinga spe- cial reduced price oiler in order to in- duce men to start the study of Meter Engineering right away. Write for full particulars at’ once. / )me a Meter Engineer in your own home during your spare time, •lutely no obligations of any kind. Just your name and ad- jF * is enough. But write today —now — immediately while 4* Electrical Meter Engineering is one of the best paying profes- sions in the electrical industry. We can show you hundreds of men who are making better than $3,000 each year. How would you like to have a $3,000 year job six months from now? Just put your name and address on the free coupon and get full particulars absolutely free. Send coupon now — today . ^ f Fort Wayne Cor- respondence School Wayne, ind. _ me absolutely free Meter Engineering. _rs of the gieat spe- made to induce men assume no obliga* FREE / Book Coupon tionti of any sort. an still make this great special offer. rt Wayne Correspondence School Name ., C 2583 Fort Wayne, Indiana ’■"‘DigitizecTBy t

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92 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. If You Boys Only Knew How easy it is to own a Buda; what pleasure and profit you would get from a Buda; how simple a Buda is and how little it costs to run it — those of you who are not already owners would lose no time in getting one. Hundreds of readers of The Railroad Telegrapher have bought Buda Motor Velocipedes in the four and one-half years that we have be;n advertising them in tins magazine, and that means hundreds of satisfied Buda owners. BUDA No. 10-NH MOTOR VELOCIPE^T. The Buda is so well and thoroughly constructed that the cost of up keep, barring accident, is practically nothing. The engine is the very highest grade in every respect. The materials used in its construction are selected with the greatest care, and no engine leaves our factory before being given a thorough and actual running test. When it reaches you, you may be sure that it is free from defects and in perfect working order. It is an ideal combination of strength and lightness, which is a point you must consider when selecting a portable motor velocipede. Readers of The Telegrapher may buy Buda Motor Veloci- pedes on monthly payments that place them easily within the reach of all of you. Get your car now and pay for it while you are driving it and enjoying it. Fill out the coupon and mail it today, as it will soon be spring, and you will then wish that you had placed your order and were enjoying your Buda — The Get-there and No-trouble Car. THE BUDA COMPANY, Chicago, 111. GENTLEMEN: Without obligation to me, please send me your literature, and full particulars regarding your special easy payment plan as advertised in the March issue of The Railroad Telegrapher. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 9*5 This Washer Must Pay for Itself. A MAN tried to sell me a horse once. He said It was a fine horse and had nothing the matter with it. I wanted a fine horse. But, I didn't know anything about horses much. And I didn't know the wiRn very well either. So I told him I wanted to try the horse for a month. He said 'All right, but pay me nrat, and I’ll give you back your money if the horse isn't all right. ’ Well, I didn't like that. I was afraid the horse wasn't “all right’* and that I might have to whistle for my money if I once parted with it. So I didn’t buy the horse although I wanted It badly. Now this set me thinking. You see I make Wash- ing Machines — the “1900 Gravity" Washer. And I said to myself, lots of people may think about my Washing Ma- chine as I thought about the horse, and about the man who owned it. But I’d never know, because they wouldn’t write and tell me. You see I sell my Washing Machines by mail, I have sold over half a million that way. 80, thought I, it Is only fair enough to let people try my Washing Machines for a month, before they pay for them, just as I wanted to try the horse. Now. I know what our “1900 Gravity’’ Washer will do. I know it will wash the clothes, without wearing or tearing them, in less than half the time they can be washed by hand or by any other machine. I know it will wash a tub full of very dirty clothes In six minutes. . I know no other machine ever in- vented can do that, without wearing out the clothes. Our “1900 Gravity" Washer does the work so easy that a child can run it almost as well as a strong woman, and it don’t wear the clothes, fray the edgrs nor break buttons the way all other machines do. It lust drives soapy water clear through the fibres of the clothes like a force pump might. So, said I to myself, I wifi do with my “ 1900 Grav- ity" Washer what 1 wanted the man to do with the horse. Only I won't wait for people to ask me. I'll offer first, and I’ll make good the offer every time. Let me send you a “1900 Gravity’’ Washer on a month’s free trial. I’ll pay the freight out of my own pocket, and if you don't want the machine after you’ve used it a month, I’lLtake it back and pay the freight too. Surely fha^is fair enough, isn't it? Doesn’t it prove that the “1900 Gravity’’ Washer must be all that I say it is? And you can pay me out of what It saves for you. It will save its whole cost in a few months, in wear and tear on the clothes alone. And then it will save 60 cents to 75 cents a week over that in washw oman’s wages. If you keep the machine after the month’s trial. I’ll let you pay for it out of what it saves you. If it saves you fiO cents a week, send me 60 cents a week 'till paid for. I'll take that cheerfully, and I’ll wait for my money until the machine itself earns the balance. Drop me a line today, and let me send you a book about the “1900 Gravity" Waaher that washes clothes In 6 minutes.. Address me this way — H. L. Barker, 928 Court Street, Binghamton, N. Y. If you live in Canada, eddiess 190$ Washer Co , 367 Yonge St., Toronto. Ont> India Paper Edition Complete and Unabridged Printed on India paper is the greatest innova- tion in the history of book making. The excla- mation of every one is: “Why has it never been done before?” Tnc complete Dictionary of 2.205 paces bound In Russia leather, makes a volume only one and one- half Inches thick. It Is set from new type. New plates. Thousands of new words, and Is an entirely new work. This beautiful India paper edition is so light that It may easily be held in one hand while you turn the pages with the other. The Illustration shows the dictionary printed on regular book paper, full leather binding, and the same work with the same number of pages printed on India paper. In this advance offer by mall a very substantial saving may be had, since no agent’s commission or dealer’s prollt will bo involved In the transaction. This dictionary is not published by the original publishers of Webster’s Dictionary or by their suc- cessors. Special Advance Offer We will enter your order for this beautiful India paper Dictionary, bound in full Russia leather, and ship for your examination, for a payment of SI .00 on approval and $3.00 per month thereafter for five months, until our Special Advance Offer Price of $10.00 la paid. This Is but little more than the price of one of the old-style editions of Webster’s Dictionary printed on plain book paper, although the manufacturing cost is almost double. Thi9 price Is strictly limited to the small edition now being printed. Webster’s Universal Dictionary u ins. thick Weight 5 lbs. INSPECTION COUPON rTHE RIVERSIDE PUBLISHING CO. R. R. 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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher, Send write WgKm can send yu by return mail. I I I Wm postpaid I This new book give* complete descriptions, lllnstrations and prices, and explains our e*sy> payment plan, with 30 days t ree Exam i nation Guarantee. Write today. Here Are Six Regular CREDIT BARGAINS Every great bargain here shown in catalog— big photo - graphs— long exact descrip- tions — with 7000 others , GET IT! Famoti* “ReatwaU" Guaranteed Rocker American quartered link uphol.tered wuh “Imperial' leather the nrateat approach to real l••;lther Monarch atecl apring .eat con.trm-tion. CarvedfcO ,4 0 front post* Price one lerm: 50c cash. 50c monthly Order thin dopant aolid ouk three-piece Mb*. inn. artiatic dcmirn lihrary art at once It In made of aoiid uaa, Ih-hu- ., ............. UufcTan or hunted Oak Full act of tempered .pring. in i and locket. uphotatered in Inmcrial Spurii.h leather which hai the nne qua 1 1 tic of «cruin« leather The table meanutea 42x26 mchea. ha« a l* drawer and book ah. -if below. Knee of this high quality CQOR mm ii lc*a than hull whMl you would pay at any retail aloru. Terms, $1 00 Cash — 75c Monthly. Don't Wait! No. 393— Y on have never be foie hau a chance to buy a Rug Horrxa anywhere near the equal ol thi* rele brated “Aicadia ' Biuaacla Run It ia atandard Hx 12 foot aiae. xurface ia of aelect woolen yarn* closely woven irto a beautiful Kmpiic deign with eotnbma* tlon coloring* of preen, rod and Un. Highly re.ommrnucd and Cinfifi guaranteed lor wi»i Price ^ » U.OO Terms, SI Cash — 75c Monthly ■ nieru'an quarter cl oak 1.,-rtul if ully No. 343. Com Gold Pwceitm 1 CO-Piece Bargain Dinner Set m, ob^w'.^eVtra imivee a^tora'' Extra value at our vrrv low price Made by thi world a large. t a,Ve o arx 7eet in llmatri Tin murid* i- Pottery It la double fired and beoutifullv glared hna heavy »hel ’ j i.. • , n ne ro,n *®l«l band decoration, warranted not Ur come otf. and !■* ol h ,u 510.O0 fnrmahed n. aaaortnu ni of piece, aa illu.traled t om-a <Q CR |*rte , expertly park. d l*nc. complete eel of U 0 piece. *3.03 . SI 00 cash, 75c monthly Terms: Si *0 cash. 75c monthly ,c IV I. PROMIM TOT : Absolute Kutlnfnctlon on anything you over order from u* on Ol’liN I RhF f rrdlf Cluirgc ttccouut or money buck. All we nak la the chance to prove li to you. \Y rite un it ml enjoy our III* 7000 Bargain llook. \ ouTI <»ci It lly Return Mall. FREE- All PontafO raid. Will You? ART MAN furniture & carpet co. K-t-r, Pfll I 3916 WENTWORTH AVE.v CHICAGO com on. n. the world. Ilohod 1856*67 Yoart •# Succots 22 Qroat Stotot- 1 ,000*000 Custom Digitized by VjOOQLC •n lilxan table. Unique d oak 46x28 Inch tup, I id large braced leg. t no •■•I Oak Flni.h

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'^I'OTICE — As has been customary in past years, the May number of The Telegrapher, which will be the Convention Number, will be gotten out ahead of time, and all matter for that issue must be in my hands on or before April 20th. L. W. Quick, Editor. WINNERS IN PRIZE CONTEST. THE checking of the lists in the prize contest for the year 1912 has been completed, with one or two excep- tions, and the prizes have been awarded. This contest proved to be the most suc- cessful one ever conducted by the organiza- tion, a greater number of members having participated in it than ever before, more members were brought in as a result of the contest and more valuable prizes were secured by the members participating than in any previous contest. Four members secured the requisite number of new mem- bers to entitle each of them to a $100 solid gold watch. Thirty-seven members secured the requisite number of new members to entitle each of them to a solid gold watch. Six members secured the requisite number of new members to entitle each of them to a solid gold watch chain. Eighteen mem- bers secured the requisite number of new members to entitle each of them to a specially made emblem watch charm. Thirty- four members secured the requisite number of new members to entitle each of them to credit for a year’s dues in the Order. Eighty-four members secured the requisite number of new members to en- title each of them to a solid gold emblem ring. Digitized by v^ooQle

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338 The Railroad Telegrapher. J. L. Halpin, of C R. I. & P. Railway, System Division No. 126, bears the dis- tinction of having secured the greatest num- ber of new members during the year. C. M. Brown, of Michigan Central Rail- way. System Division No. 16, secured the second largest number of new merfibers. B. E. Nason, of Northern Pacific Railway, System Division No. 54, secured the third largest number of new members. E. F. Todd, of Burlington Railway, Sys- tem Division No. 130, secured the fourth largest number of new members during the contest. A full list of the prize winners follows: The following-named members are win- ners of a solid gold watch each, costing not less than $100, for having secured fifty or more new members : Div. 16: C. M. Brown. Div. 54: B. E. Nason. Div. 126: J. L. Halpin. Div. 130: E. F. Todd. The following-named members are win- ners of a solid gold watch each, for having secured twenty-five or more new membefs: Grand Div.: J. W. Robison. Div. 4: D. O. Tenney. Div. 6: C. J. Horiskey. Div. 14: W. A. T. Overstreet, J. L. George, W. M. Jaynes. Div. 16: C. R. Cady. Div. 17: A. C. Grieb, E. M. Coles. Div. 23: R. C. Nisonger. Div. 31 : E. F. Bacon, N. S. Morgan. Div. 32 : Ira Hagler. ' Div. 35 : J. S. Allen. Div. 38: R. P. Keefe. Div. 39: Albert A. Jacob. Div. 44: Andrew Sater. Div. 46: D. M. Rogers, J. H. Randall, Jr. Div. 76: W. At Browne, R. B. Boving- ton. Div. 93: J. H. Wells. Div. 126: J. II . Terhune, C. H. Meador, C. Fleisch, S. P. Ayres, L. Gillaspy. Div. 130: A. F. Ritter, E. A. Brand, W. B. Schrunk, A. P. LaCure, J. J. Rose, F. W. Andresen. Div. 132: Thos. Sasser. Div. 138: A. J. Hornung, B. T. MeCon- chic. Div. 144: Horace Kemble. The following-named members are win- ners of a solid gold watch chain each, for having secured twenty or more new mem- bers: Div. 7 : W. T. Watson. Div. 8: H. H. Spaulding. Div. 17: O. T. Arendt. Div. 53: A. M. Hammond. Div. 91 : A. J. Shimanek. Div. 126: C. D. Wagoner. The following-named members are win- ners of a specially made emblem watch charm each, for having secured fifteen or more new members : Div. 1 : A. G. Beattie. Div. 8: W. P. Mansell. Div. 23: E. II. Buswell. Div. 33: O. E. Marsh. Div. 43: J. R. Williams. Div. 46: F. S. Baskerville. Div. 54: M. A. Smoot. Div. 76: E. H. Webster, R. A. Moran. Div. 93 : G. E. Chance, Walter Kelly, J. E. Bull. Div. 126: W. N. Staley, H. M. Hansen. Div. 130: P. H. Miller. Div. 132: W. A. Ilollahan. Div. 138: E. P. Jenkins. Div. 15 1 : G. E. Danks. The following-named members are win- ners of a year's dues each, for having se- cured ten or more new members : Grand Div. : C. S. Baber. Div. 1 : R. L. Harrop. Div. 7: H. G. Robinson, H. W. Law. . Div. 8: R. R. Mclnroy. Div. 17: L. H. Wright, B. S. Ashby. Div. 29: G. H. Foster. Div. 31 : J. P. Neale. Div. 32 : C. C. Larson, J. A. Price, R. G. Bulloch. Div. 33: W. J. Currie, J. Yeager, Jr., C. L. Allender. Div. 39: Paul Woigdka. Div. 46: O. W. Bledsoe. Div. 59: L. E. Crandall, W. E. Dellinger, J. N. Wallace, C. F. Smith. Div. 76: G. B. Hite. Div. 93 : Wesley Stone. Div. 126: O. R. Giffin, M. R. Carter, F. E. Abernathy, W. H. Plum. Div. 129: R. C. Garnow. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 339 Div. 130: C. R. Hunt, D. G. Rixey, D. W. Smith. Div. 132: M. H. Martin, W. C. Mason. Div. 154: L. A. Collinsworth. The following-named members are win- ners of a solid gold emblem ring each, for having secured five or more new members: Grand Div. : G. L. Long. Div. 1 : O. A. Cowan, C. J. Mitchell. Div. 2: C. O. Lakin, Joseph Derque. Div. 4: M. J. Harpold, J. F. Jansen. Div. 5: J. D. Townsend. Div. 6: Jos. Ackerman. Div. 7: M. R. Clark. L. G. LaBatt, W. H. Crawford, R. S. Winter. Div. 8: G. M. Currie, L. E. Mott, Chas. P. O’Brien, Geo. P. Alrutz. Div. 17: Benj. Lyscher. Div. 20: C. L. Cook. Div. 23 : E. C. Rood, C. D. Sill. Div. 29: B. H. Dunbar. Div. 31 : J. E. Lewis, A. G. DeGroff, W. H. Rau. Div. 32: C. C. Lindsey, W. G. Mullens, H. Fellows, C. E. Moss. Div. 33: C. B. Pierce, D. J. McGrath, Geo. H. Harer, H. Davis, W. A. McCabe. * Div. 35 : W. J.. Brenner. Div. 42: H. E. Herrington. Div. 43: E. B. Fink, P. A. McKeown. Div. 44: E. H. Decker. Div. 46: M. H. Sears. Div. 49: G. W. Reed. Div. 59: T. W. Cox, W. H. Cord, R. M. Hall, R. A. Kipp, G. W. Baxter, J. S. Walker. G. D. Groover. Div. 65 : C. E. Scott. Div. 69: M. V. Hickman. Div. 76: R. G. Zuehlke, R. L. Herrick. Div. 93: J. W. Miller, J. R. Youngblood, J. W. Nelson. Div. 97: W. H. Tyree. Div. 120: E. V. Bryant. Div. 126: G. D. Lee, R. M. Graham, J. L. Thompson, A. G. Douglas, H. D. Mar- quis, E. P. Hilton, W. G. Davis. Div. 130: J. F. Frain, R. L. Hale, L. V. Ockerman, W. L. Dickinson, J. C. Glenn, Glen A. Willis, W. L. Kesinger, E. Murphy. Div. 132: M. H. Cox, J. C. Thames, W. T. Ferneyhough, A. P. Chamblis. Div. 138: Z. Mitchell, Roy W. Browne. Div. 140: A. P. McLaughlin, O. M. Gra- ham. L. P. McGown. Div. 148: J. W. Vine, G. C. Wherrett. Div. 154: J. K. Wooten. PRIZE8. (Reproduced from January Telegrapher.) S TH£ motto of the Order during r\ the year 1913 will be : “Every mem- ber do his duty,” which applies not only in the support of his committee, but also in assisting in “rounding up” every eligible non-member now outside the fold of the organization, and in order that efforts may be rewarded, another series of prizes will be given to members securing new members during the year 1913. To the member securing five or more new members during the year 1913, and who fails to secure any of the other prizes offered herein, will be given one of the official emblem rings. To the member securing ten or more new members during the period named herein will be given free dues in the Order for one year, their dues being paid by the Grand Division. To the member securing fifteen or more new members during the year will be given a specially made emblem watch charm. To the members securing twenty or more new members during the period named will be given a fine solid gold watch chain. To the member securing twenty-five or more new members during the period named will be given a fine gold watch. To the member securing fifty new mem- bers during the year 1913 will be given a solid gold watch to cost not less than $100. In the foregoing contest secretaries and officers of divisions, and all other members receiving salary or expenses, or both, for their services are barred from participation. THE FOLLOWING RULES WILL BE STRICTLY ADHERED TO IN THIS CONTEST. in order to secure credit in this contest, it will be necessary for the member claim- ing the credit to have secured the petition personally, and not through anyone else. It will further be necessary for the member Digitized by Google

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340 The Railroad Telegrapher. securing the new members to immediately forward to the Grand Secretary and Treas- urer a notice »to the effect that the new member has been secured and unless this is done credit will not be allowed. The form of notification should be some- thing like the following: 1913 L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treas- urer, St. Louis, Mo. 1 have today secured the petition for membership of and collected $ and have forwarded the petition and money to Bro Secretary and Treasurer of Div. No Please credit me with this petition on prize contest. (Signature) Cert. No Div. No In the contest held during the year 1912, the same conditions as provided herein were prescribed in regard to notifying the Grand Secretary and Treasurer promptly as fast as new members were secured, but several failed to observe the conditions and sent a full list of members secured during the year in December. While the organiza- tion is anxious to accord to every member every consideration to which he is entitled, and even a little more, there seems to be no good reason why members should not comply with the conditions of the contest, which make it possible to check up the lists as the members are reported by the different divisions; therefore, all members are urged to promptly comply with that part of the conditions in regard to notifying the Grand Secretary and Treasurer as fast as new members are secured. Unless this is done, credit can not be allowed in this contest. UNION CONGRESSMEN. IN THE Sixty-third Congress the trade unions of America will be represented by seventeen members. This result has been the outcome of the policy inaug- urated by the American Federation of Labor during the past three congressional cam- paigns. Prior to the time mentioned, men with paid-up union cards in their pockets in Congress were conspicuous by their ab- sence although there have been union men members of Congress prior to 1906. The first union man to be elected to Congress, however, occurred a great many years ago — in 1834, in fact. Ely Moore, a journeyman printer, was elected to the Twenty- fourth Congress, and re-elected to the Twenty-fifth from New York City. He was a member of what was then known as the Typographical Association of New York, which was organ- ized on June 17, 1831. Moore also was edi- tor of a labor paper, but data is not available as to its title. The brief biography of this early union Congressman contains the facts that he was born in New Jersey and died in Kansas, and that during the active years of his life was an agitator and organizer of labor unions. Apropos to this subject. Senator Ashurst, of Arizona, on January’ 2, 1912. while discussing the recall of judges, wove into his address a reference to Ely Moore; likewise paying tribute to the valor and high character of the men who laid the foundation for collective action among workmen. That part of Senator Ashurst’s speech referred to is as follows: “The struggle for social justice for the people who perform physical labor has been even greater and more stubbornly resisted. Asiate as the year 1800 men were severely punished in England for organizing guilds or labor unions, and the condition of the working class was little better thaiv that of slaves. It was not until 1875, in England, that the laws against the trades unions were repealed. In the early days of our own government nearly all the work was per- formed either by slaves or indentured ser- vants, and wages amounted to an average of $i per day. Heartless writers referred to the laboring classes as the ‘living ma- chines which wealth possesses.’ “When Ely Moore, the first member of a labor union to be elected to the Congress of the United States, was about to take his seat in the Twenty-fourth Congress, there was a movement set on foot to try to pre- vent his being seated. Contumely, scorn and derision were heaped upon him by the reactionaries of that day. who believed that the liberties of the republic were in danger because a member of a labor union had Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 341 been elected to Congress. But the stubborn courage of Ely Moore, his superlative elo- quence, biting sarcasm, and wonderfully piercing analysis convinced the nation that no mistake had been made in sending a member of a labor union to Congress, and so strikingly did this journeyman printer, this organizer of labor unions, this so-called ‘agitator’ and ‘demagogue’ distinguish him- self for patriotism, learning and ability, that he became a confidential adviser of the administration of President James K. Polk. I mention these circumstances so that those who are supporting this contest in behalf of a larger human liberty will not become discouraged, but will become en- couraged when they reflect how much more intensely heated was the opposition to these reforms in* the days gone by. He is wast- ing his time who believes he can stop or stay these forward movements in their progress. The movement, especially in be- half of those who perform physical labor, for a greater share of freedom, for the right to enjoy a part of the creation of their hands and of their own toil, will inevitably live, for it is as broad-based as the world itself and as deep as humanity.” RAILROAD WARNINGS AND WAGES. DURING 1903, according to the Wall Street Journal t the gross earnings of the combined railway systems amounted to $1,950,743,636, while the wages paid out to the employes amounted to $757>32i,4i5. or 38.82 per cent of the gross earnings. The*next highest point reached in this comparison was in 1908, when the gross earnings reached $2,457,821,131, while the wages of railroad employes amounted to $1,035437,528, or 4213 per cent. From 1908 up to the beginning of the fiscal year 1912 there was a decrease in the percentages between gross earnings and total amount of wages. In 1912 the gross earnings of the railroads reached $2,895,690,325, while the employes received $1,243,677,738, or 42.95 per cent of the gross earnings. In the ag- gregate this shows an increase in the per- centage of the gross wages from 38.82 per cent to 42.96 per cent, or an increase of 4.13 per cent in nine years. This compari- son, of course, includes all classes of labor employed upon the railways. The Wall Street Journal is emphatic in its statement that the time has come for a halt in the ad- vancing wage scales. It might be suggested to the financial journal mentioned that if the bill now before congress providing for a physical valuation of railroad properties becomes a law, a mighty interesting story can be written which will throw a sidelight upon the railroads of this country and their methods of doing business, especially in the matter of issuing stock that doesn’t repre- sent anything tangible and adding dividends on that watered stock to' their “fixed charges” and use it as a club to hold the employes down on the plea that “they are not making their ‘fixed charges.’ ” If a fair valuation is put on each railroad system and its issue of bonds and stocks are limited to its value the “fixed charges” will be so materially reduced that from 20 to 25 per cent more of the gross earnings can be added to the employes pay roll and a hand- some surplus will be left for dividends, sink- ing funds, etc. C. L. LAMB DEAD. CLARENCE L. LAMB, general chair- man of Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railway, System Division No. 130, died on the morning of February 13th at 12:30 o’clock at his home in Red Oak, Iowa, the cause of death being pneu- monia. He was born on September 11, 1865, and was therefore 47 years, 6 months and 2 days old at the time of death. Bro. Lamb was elected general chairman of the Burlington general committee in March, 1909, and was re-elected to that office in March, 1911. His devotion to the organization and his zeal in promoting the interests of the membership he* repre- sented so endeared him to all who were fortunate enough to have his acquaintance that he became a .prominent figure in the affairs of the Order wherever he went. He was a delegate to the 19H session of the Grand Division, being chairman of the Committee on System Divisions, one of the most important committees of the conven- tion. Digitized by v^ooQle

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342 The Railroad Telegrapher. In addition to the honors conferred upon him by his co-workers, Bro. Lamb, during v * his life, was also honored by the people of his State. He was elected county recorder of Clark County, Iowa, for two terms, and was clerk of the House of Representatives of Iowa for two terms. By his death the organization losses a most zealous worker, and Division 130 a most capable officer, and the sympathies of the entire fraternity go out to his be- reaved family. UNION “BUSTER” QUIT8. TTE official organ of the American Federation of Labor publishes the following interesting news concern- ing C. W. Post, one of the bitterest enemies of organized labor: Information has come to the headquarters of the American Federation of Labor that our old and erratic “Gripe Nuts” friend, C. W. Post, has decided to cease his open hos- tility to the organizations of labor. For a f number of years he has spent large sums of money in advertising his very various brands of wares and incorporating in these ads fulminations against the labor organ- izations. As a matter of fact, he put thou- sands of dollars into the pockets of union printers for which the Typographical Union was duly thankful. Then he conceived the brilliant idea of organizing a model labor union, which went by the euphonious name of the Trades and Workers’ Association. When this skeleton was reared to view, with great acclaim, Post offered to amal- gamate with the American Federation of Labor, but his offer was politely declined. In order that the Trades and Workers’ Association might be provided with an ap- propriate headquarters, Post donated a spacious building (with a string on the do- nation), used formerly as a sanatorium. Unlike other unions, a real estate broker was made president of the Trades and Workers’ Association, and “gripe nut” funds furnished for an organizing cam- paign. The real estate broker, however, did not prove to be a successful organizer, and finally, as the story goes, Post has taken back the sanatorium, disbanded the Trades and Workers’ Association, which consisted of the real estate broker and Post, and has hung out a “to let” sign upon the for- mer headquarters of the Trades and Work- ers’ Association. It is not, contrary to custom* to end the chapter of a book or article by the words Selah or Amen, but in this instance we’ll use the appropriate phrase, “There’s a reason.” PRISON CONTRACT SYSTEM. A SPECIAL commission, appointed by the Governor of Maryland to inves- L tigate the Maryland penitentiary has submitted its report. The report charges that the prisoners have been cruelly treated, were inhumanly punished, were driven by cruel and hard task masters, that punish- ments in the main were inflicted to drive the convicts to greater exertions for contrac- tors, that cells were found dirty, that men were confined in dark cells infested with vermin, and that they were exploited by the commissary. The blame for the mismanage- ment of the institution is placed upon the warden, who the commission finds guilty of petty graft and falsehood, and that he tried to balk the investigators in their work. The commission, in commenting on the contract system, says : “We find the contract system wrong in principle, and the root of all evils, real and imaginary, existing in the penitentiary today.” In commenting upon the earnings for the State, owing to the contract system, the commission says : “We find that the success of#the system of penal industry can not be measured by cash earned under such system. We find that the leasing of prisoners to private contrac- tors has introduced within the prison walls subordinate contractors, employes who are interested solely in exploiting the prisoners for profit. We find that the delegation to any extent of control over the convicts to private contractors, whose interests are op- posed to the interests of the State, is unwise, and fundamentally wrong in principle. We find that the contract system has created an undesirable spirit in the inmates of the institution, and that they are inflamed with the sense of injustice at being leased for another man’s profit” Through the entire Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 343 report there is a scathing denunciation of the contract convict system, and the aboli- tion of it recommended, as is also the removal of the women convicts to a separate institution. RESULT OF ORGANIZATION. THE Western Laborer recently printed an article relative to the real estate holdings of the employes of one of the daily papers of that city. The daily referred to is an employer of union labor, and has, exclusive of carriers and corre- spondents, 189 people on its pay roll. Of this number ninety-one receive $4 per day or more. The writer of the article states that twenty-six years ago only two men employed on the paper were the owners of their own homes, but that at the present time there are fifty-one employes of this concern that are the owners of their own domiciles. While it is probable that many other newspapers throughout the country can show a similar record, yet the facts here stated, in such concrete form, em- phasize the statements being continuously made to the unorganized in reference to the benefits that come as a consequence of or- ganization. Were it possible to present these figures to the great unorganized mass, it could not but have the effect of at least exciting the curiosity to determine whether the benefits here related are real. This is but one more instance, however, of the great benefit which has been conferred upon the organized as a result of their continu- ity of purpose and their grit in maintaining the organizations to which they belong. It further proves the sophistry of anti-union argument that increases in wages and re- duction of hours only result in creating dis- sipated workmen. AN INTERESTING CASE. THE employers of labor in Great Britain who take interest in fight- ing unions have been treated to a surprise in the operation of the new work- men’s compensation act, which has just gone into effect. Under this law certain courts are empowered with the authority to determine the amount of compensation to be paid by the employers and compensation is based upon the average earning power of the applicant. During the dock strike a casual laborer was employed as a strike breaker and was paid a wage for perform- ing that delectable function far in excess of the prevailing rate of wages. This particu- lar workman was the victim of an accident and the judge, in rendering his decision as to the amount of compensation to which the injured employe was entitled, based his award upon the wages received as a strike-breaker. The judge, while holding that although there could not be made a grade of strike-breakers, yet the fact was that the applicant was a strike-breaker and that was his grade, and assessed his aver- age weekly earnings at £i-6s-iod, and awarded him half that amount during in- capacity. The average earnings of a casual dock laborer are about 17s or 18s a week. An appeal has been taken from the award, the employers insisting that the compu- tation was arrived at upon an unfair basis, owing to the fact that the workman was employed during an abnormal period. Judgment in the appeal case has been re- served, but it is hoped that the award of the judge will stand and compel the em- ployers of labor who employ scabs to “pay the fiddler.” PRESIDENT WILSON. Woodrow wilson was on March 4th inaugurated. as Presi- dent of the United States, and naturally his inaugural address was of more than ordinary interest, inasmuch as it fore- shadowed the policy of administration for the ensuing four years. President Wilson’s inaugural address, while one of the short- est on record, was clear and concise. His announced attitude toward labor was par- ticularly interesting and gives assurance that efforts will be put forth to institute an era of industrial equity. The following excerpt taken from the inaugural address defines the new Chief Executive’s attitude in this regard : “Nor have we studied and perfected the means by which government may be put at the service of humanity, in safeguarding the Digitized by Google

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344 The Railroad Telegrapher. health of the nation, the health of its men and its women and children, as well as their rights in the struggle for existence. This is no sentimental duty. The firm basis of government is justice, not pity. These are matters of justice. There can be no equality of opportunity — the first essential of justice in the body politic — if men and women and children be not shielded in their lives, their very vitality, from the consequences of great industrial and social processes which they can not alter, control, or singly cope with. Society must see to it that it does not itself crush or weaken or damage its own constit- uent parts. The first duty of law is to keep sound the society it serves. Sanitary laws, pure food laws, and laws determining con- ditions of labor which individuals are pow- erless to determine for themselves are inti- mate parts of the very business of justice and legal efficiency.” PARCEL POST. PARCEL-POST business in February was almost 40 per cent greater than in January, as shown by reports to Postmaster-General Burleson, which have just been made public. In February 50,000,000 parcel-post pack- ages were handled, an increase of 10,000,000 over the previous month; but as February contained three days less than January, the real gain was almost 40 per cent. As in January, the three cities doing the largest parcel-post business in February wfcre Chicago, New York and Boston, in the order named. Chicago sent and received 5,167,000 pack- ages, New York 4,102,000 and Boston 1,326,- 000, most of them in each case being of the cent class. Cleveland moved from sixth place in January to fourth in February, while Philadelphia dropped from fourth to sixth. St. Louis remained fifth. Each of the six places named handled more than 1,000,000 packages in February. Other cities in order of business follow : Jersey City, Brooklyn, Detroit, Cincinnati, Baltimore, Nashville, Kansas City, Mo.; Buffalo, San Francisco, Pittsburg and Min- neapolis. The reports to the postmaster-general indicate that the mails are moving with their usual dispatch, that the business in farm products is growing and • that mer- chants seem to be preparing «to extend their business into new fields. During January, the first month the sys- tem was in operation, approximately 40,- 000,000 parcels were handled. These figures arc based on the amount of business done at fifty of the largest post offices, where about one-half of the postal business is done. At these offices 19,365,433 packages were handled, and the business during the second two weeks exceeded the first two by more than 5,000,000 packages. Chicago exceeds all other cities in the number of parcels handled, with a total of 4,168,153, with New York following with 3,519,788; Boston, 1,151408; Philadelphia, 1,035,000; St. Louis, 917,809; Cleveland, 879,768; Brooklyn, 834,- 000; Detroit, 510,072; Cincinnati, 412,381, and Kansas City, 357,102. Eight hundred and seventy new members The school teachers of Colorado are agi- were initiated into the Order during the tating organizations as a means of securing month of February. * better remuneration for their services. Governor Dunne of Illinois in his inaug- ural address advocated the initiative and referendum and municipal ownership of public utilities. The government of England has an- nounced its intention of placing its print- ing orders with only such firms as employ their workmen eight hours per day. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 345 A bill has been introduced in Mie legis- lature of Manitoba by the government, pro- hibiting the employment of white women or girls in any place of business owned or managed by Chinese or Japanese. President Taft vetoed the immigration bill containing the literacy test. The Sen- ate passed the bill over his veto, but the House of Representatives failed to do so; consequently the measure fails to become a law. The May issue of The Telegrapher, which will be the convention number, will go to press in advance of the usual date. All correspondence for that issue must be in the hands of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer on or before April 20th. A resolution proposing an amendment to the constitution of Pennsylvania to give municipalities authority to regulate the hours, wages and conditions of labor on public works, was recently unanimously passed by the House of Representatives. The Tacoma (Wash.) Tribune , in its issue of February 20th, carries the follow- ing brief item : “Pleading guilty to a charge of violating the Eight-hour Law in regard to telegraph operators, the Tacoma- Eastern Railroad was fined $ioo yesterday afternoon in the federal court.” It is reported, by the State Department, officially that the Legislature of North Carolina has given its approval to the proposition of favoring the proposed con- stitutional amendment providing for the direct election of Senators by the people. North Carolina is the sixth State so far favorably recorded on the proposition, the other five' being Michigan. Minnesota, Mass- achusetts, New York and Arizona. The Colorado women’s eight-hour law covering mercantile, manufacturing and mechanical establishments is in operation. This law failed of passage in two or three legislatures, but was finally placed on the ballot at the last election and went to a vote of the people and was carried by approxi- mately eighty thousand majority. The Re- tail Association of Denver, which comprises some of the largest mercantile establish- ments in Colorado, have decided to open their stores at 8 130 a. m. and close at 5 :30 p. m., with one hour off for lunch. One of the last acts of the late Congress, which adjourned on March 4th, was to pass a bill creating a new Cabinet position, to be known as the Secretary of Labor, and President Wilson, in making his selections for Cabinet positions, appointed Congress- man William B. Wilson, of Pennsylvania, to that position. It will be remembered that Mr. Wilson was for many years grand secretary and treasurer of the United Mine Workers of America, and he is today a member of that organization in good stand- ing, and this is probably the first instance where a bona fide union man has occupied a Cabinet position in the United States. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of January, 19J3, shows that there were 68,948 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month; that there were t,oi8 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 33; insane and epileptic, 16; loathsome or dangerous contagious diseases, 170; likely to become public charges, 412; mentally or physically defective, 185 ; contract laborers, 40; accompanying aliens, 31; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parents, 17; assisted aliens, 4; criminals, 36; poly- gamists. 4; anarchists, 1; prostitutes and procurers, 46; without passport. 4; under provisions of Chinese exclusion act, 19. Compulsory adoption by all interstate railroads of the block signal system is the important recommendation of the block Mgnal and train control board just made in its final report to the Interstate Commerce Commission. This board was created by Congress in 1907. “The develop- ment of the automatic train stop.” says the report, “has proceeded far enough to war- rant the expectation that by its use greater safety can be secured in the operation of trains. Railroads should be given to under- stand that the automatic train stop must be Digitized by VjOOQle

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346 The Railroad Telegrapher. developed by them as rapidly as possible.” The board also recommends that railroad tracks be properly enclosed and laws against trespassing be enforced. Industrial accidents occurring to 454 in- dividual working people in Canada during the month of December, 1912, were reported by the Department of Labor. Of these, 97 were fatal and 357 resulted in serious in- juries. In the preceding month there were 1 14 fatal and 359 non fatal accidents re- ported, a total of 473, and in December, 1911, there were 84 fatal and 193 nOn-fatal accidents, a total of 277. The number of fatal accidents reported in December, 1912, was, therefore, 17 less than in the preced- ing month and 13 more than in December, 1911. The number of non-fatal accidents reported in December, 1912, was 2 less than in the preceding month, and 164 more than in December, 1911. Altogether, there were 19 less industrial accidents reported in De- cember, 1912, than in the preceding month, and 177 more than in the same month of the preceding year. The Postmaster General, in his annual report, which was recently transmitted to Congress, again recommends that the tele- graph lines of the United States should be taken over by the Government and oper- ated in connection with the postal service. That part of his report which refers to the telegraph lines, in part, is as follows: “In the last annual report the opinion was expressed that telegraph lines in the United States should be made a part of the postal system and operated in conjunction with the mail service. It is believed that under proper management such a consolida- tion would result in important economies and permit adoption of lower telegraph rates. Now that a postal savings system has been established and a parcel post provided for, there would seem to be no better oppor- tunity for the profitable extension of our postal business than through the adoption of a government telegraph system.*' Preliminary work has been begun by the Interstate Commerce Commission to investi- gate the telephone and telegraph lines. This inquiry was referred to the commission be- cause of the Attorney-General’s decision not to proceed under the Sherman anti-trust law against the American Telephone and Tele- graph Company and the Bell system. Chair- man Lane has begun plans for the inquiry and it may ultimately develop the broad policy of the desirability of competition in telephone service. Investigation, not only will be nation-wide in its scope, but will be the most extensive ever undertaken by the commission. It is expected that the juris- diction of the commission over many of the 20,000 telephone companies in the United States may be attacked. Most of them are local companies, but it probably will be held that such of them as may form links in interstate lines are subject to the commis- sioner’s jurisdiction. Another question to be considered by the commission is whether it is advisable from the public viewpoint to have telephone and telegraph lines linked. The receipts and expenses of steam rail- ways for the month of October, 1912, which has just been compiled, are greater than for any other month in their history. The net operating revenue, which is the gross in- come before anything has been taken oui for taxes and rentals, interest on bonds, appropriations for betterments, or divi- dends, averaged $15.71 per mile of line per day, which contrasts with $13.74 for Octo- ber, 1911, an increase of $1.97. This is an increase per mile of line for the month of $61.13, or 14.4 per cent. This monthly sum- mary for October covers 220,036 miles of line and about 90 per cent of all. the steam railway mileage of the United States. The aggregate net operating revenues for this mileage was $147,440,518, which is greater by $14,870,125 than that for October, 1911. Digitized by VjOOQle

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PERSONAL MENTION The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: To Bro. and D. W. Hunt, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. R. Weyl, a boy. To Bro and Mrs. D. J. Rood, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. F. Larson, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. L. Towms, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. A. Forche, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Ed. Wholihan, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. F. C. Porter, of Adrian, Mo., a girl. To Bro. and Sister T. T. Cull, of Yuma, Ariz.. a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. R. F. Withrow, of Dallas, Ga., a boy. * To Bro. and Mrs. D. S. Sumner, of Dun- bar, Neb., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. M. Weber, of Burr Oak, Ind., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. T. E. Riley, of Belle- ville, 111., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. M. Cheney, of May- wood, 111., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. K. Miller, of Pied- mont, Ala., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. P. E. Taylor, of O’Brien, Fla., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. D. Donaldson, of Stites, Idaho, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. A. Morrison, of Chicago, III., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. H. Blanton, of Green, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. J. Dewitt, of Geary. Okla.. a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. B. O. Wilson, of O’Neal, Ark., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. W. Harris, of Guerryton, Ala., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. S. Gorman, of Pow- der Springs, Ga., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Wm. Rushford, of Benton, W. Va., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Theo. Boulay, of Jolictte, Que., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. P. Joyce, of Shopiere, Wis., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. B. E. Emerick, of Hyndman, Pa., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. G. Straley. of Mt. Pleasant,. Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. A. Prohel, of South Wanatah, Ind., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. Helmbock, of Evansville, Ind., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. A. R. Tillotson, of Tingley, Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. G. Jollymore, of Chester, N. S., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. R. Howell, of Coffeyville, Kan., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. S. R. Baker, of Elgin, 111., twins, boy and girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. A. Meyer, of Cleveland, Ohio, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. C. Murray, of North Bend. Ohio, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs, W. E. Pooler, of Punxsutawney, Pa., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. A. Gresh, of Northumberland, Pa., a boy. The following marriages have been re- ported since the last issue of The Teleg- rapher: Bro. L. E. Sigmon, of Div. 59, to Miss Eva Stacy. Bro. L. H. Morris, of Div. 138, to Miss Ruth Harper. At Brush, Colo., Bro. C. C. Field, of Div. 130, to Miss Kate Kull. At Nescopeck, Pa., Bro. Claude Eyer, of Div. 17, to Miss Helen Feth. At Cumberland, Md., Bro. F. W. Knight, of Div. 33, to Miss Stransbury. Digitized by Google

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348 The Railroad Telegrapher. At Rocky Mount, N. C., Bro. Chas. Bolick. of Div. 132, to Miss Hales. At Meycrsdale, Pa., Bro. Robert B. Ellis, of Div. 33, to Miss Ellen A. George. At Goldwaite, Tex.. Bro. J. T. Cross, of the Grand, to Miss Minnie Bowden. The Telegrapher extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. G. L. Knapp, of Div. 20. Bro. I;. M. Bowline, of Div. 32. Bro. Frank Morrison, of Div. 8. Floral Offering of St. Joseph Division, Burlington Railway System, Division No. 130, at funeral of their late General Chairman, C. L. Lamb. Mother of Bro. E. Manion, of Div. 8. Father of Bro. C. A. Kent, of Div. 7. Mother of Bro. C. H. Claus, of Div. 2. Wife of Bro. J. M. Clark, of Div. 8. Mother of Bro. Jesse Brink, of Div. 29. Father of Bro. W. A. Tuck, of Div. 33. Father of Bro. H. C. Kline, of Div. 92. Mother of Bro. P. H. Hayes, of Div. 44. Father of Bro. Fred D. Smith, of Div. 32. Mother of Bro. W. N. Duplisea, of Div. 7. Sister of Bro. Emil Marshall, of Div. 17. Bro. Benjamin M. Mahoney, of Div. 33. Wife of Bro. C. E. Harmon, of Div. 96. Mother of Bro. Pearl Ford, of Div. 138. At Chicago, 111., Bro. H. S. Platt, of Div. 130. Mother of Bro. G. M. Hurd, of the Grand Div. Brother of Bro. August Bansback, of Div. 130. Wife of Bro. W. H. Hardcastle, of Div. 59. At El Paso, Tex., Bro. M. A. Cater, of Div. 53- Father of Bro. W. A. Armstrong, of Div. 126. At Billings, Mont., Bro. E. J. O’Meara, of Div. 54. At Narrows, Va., Bro. T. H. Wilkinson, of Div. 14. At Avalon, Wis., father of Bro. E. R. Voltz, of Div. 23. At Walnut, 111., son of Bro. L. C. Sprin- kle, of Div. 130. At Wananish. N. C, sister of Bro. E. M. Pate, of Div. 132. At Huntingburg, Ind., wife of Bro. J. A. Wood, of Div. 59. At Detroit, Mich., Bro. Thaddeus B. Moon, of Div. 16. At Williamsport, Pa., wife of Bro. E. K. Harris, of Div. 17. At Jefferson. Ohio, mother of Bro. H. C. Herrick, of Div. 51. At Chester, 111., mother of Bro. E. F. La Brief, of Div. 34. At Waynesville, Ga., sister of Bro. A. P. Herrin, of Div. 132. At Red Oak, Iowa, Bro. C. L. Lamb, General Chairman Div. 130. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all. WANTED. Present address of J. A. Quinn, who worked with me in Canada. If you see this write me care Box 969, Minot, N. D. Jack Hemphill. Present address of F. L. Quinn. “QN,” if you see this write me. D. C. Roche, So. Sunbury, Mass. Present address of J. G. Olsen, who worked for Western Pacific at Gerlach, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 349 Xcv., in December, 1911. “Ole,” if you see this write me. J. A. Montague, 553 Van Ness av., San Francisco, Cal. Present address of Operator or Agent J. W. Burgess; last heard of was agent at Blakeley, Minn., in 1906. I have some business for you. W. C. Hamilton, Belle Plaine, Minn. Present address of W. D. Shepherd ; last heard from was working for C., St. P., M. & 0. Ry., at Washburn. “Shep,” if you see this please write. H. A. Patterson, 687 Broadview av., Toronto, Ont., Can. Present address of John J. Nilan, worked for Grand Trunk at Danville, Me., August 19, 1909, and later at Fabyans, N. H. W. G. Mutch, Care W. R. Smith, Tuscaloosa, Ala. Present address of Opr. H. I. Harvey; last heard of worked as operator at various G. T. P. Ry. stations, in Saskatchewan. G. J. Freeland, Carberry, Man., Can. Present address of Richard Swivell, who worked for Hearst in 1909; also address of 1. R. Taflinger, who worked on the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern in 1912. Write me at 1022 Myrtle st., Menominee, Mich. B. L. Polson. Present address of F, McCrary, painter, formerly of Macon, Ga., and also address of L. Pridgeon; last heard of was dis- patcher on Y. & M. V. at Memphis, Tenn. D. M. Rogers, Register, Ga. Present address of John A. Douglas, • formerly a train dispatcher at Lafayette, Ind. Anyone knowing of his whereabouts, communicate with Mrs. John A. Douglas, 313 S. 5th st., Lafayette, Ind. Information concerning the whereabouts of John C. Handy, an ex-telegrapher; last heard of about August, 1912, in Coal Creek, Tenn., with vaudeville troupe. O. B. Handy, Lock Box 43, Norwalk, Ohio. Present addresses of Dr. Debbs, who worked at Maricopa, Ariz., in March, 1912, and F. W. Wenberg, who worked at Oak- land, Cal., in 1906. Boys, if you see this drop me a line at Say brook Junction, Conn., care N. Y., N. H. & H. R. R. ' Geo. E. Schad. Information concerning Mr. Harwood A. Wallace, who left Rodman, Fla., via boat about May 16, 1911, en route to Palatka, Fla., on business. Was seen in Palatka shortly after, but mysteriously disappeared from there and has not been seen or heard of since. Was in poor health. Description : 6 feet tall, gray’ eyes, brown hair and mus- HARWOOD A. WALLACE. tache, strip crown to forehead, weight about 165 pounds, age 37 years. Light, quick walker. By trade a painter, but at times works as landscape gardener, . beautifier of country homes and electrical railroad man. W. A. Hollahan, Grand Crossing, Fla. . Would like to hear from the following operators who left Iroquois about twenty years ago: E. M. Fink, H. Fink, Jack Merklcy and Pete Mason. Boys, if you see this drop me a card. C. A. Roberts, Box 832, North Bay, Ont. Digitized by Google

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350 The Railroad Telegrapher. Information concerning the whereabouts of Lloyd C. Johnson, operator. Height about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches, very dark hair, brown eyes, large front teeth, upper front tooth decayed, slightly stooped ; claims Atlanta as his home, and to have been con- nected with W. U. Tel. Co. at Griffin, Ga. No card. Married. A. W. Graves, Flovilla, Ga. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 1582, Cert. 1329, Div. 32, for the term ending December 31, 1912. Card No. 1177, Cert, n, Div. 6, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 2734, Cert. 81, Div. 59, for the term ending June 30, 1912. Card No. 3687, Cert. 543, Grand Div., for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1029, Cert. 809, Div. 1, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11005, Cert. 845, Grand Div., for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 16583, Cert. 424, Div. 62, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 6910, Cert. 29, Div. 130, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1502, Cert. 113, Div. 64, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card. No. 10865, Cert. 16, Div. 65, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 9134, Cert. 2908, Div. 7, for the terrrr ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1714, Cert. 2461, Div. 23, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1765, Cert. 1931, Div. 54, for the term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35165, Cert. 1506, Div. 130, for the term ending June 30, 1913. NOTICE. On January 12, 1913, an operator, at that time assuming the name of Lee, spent the night with me in the office at Sibyl, Ariz., having just left the service of the Southern Pacific Co., and claimed to be on his way to Kansas City, Mo. About a week after he had gone I discovered that all my O. R. T. cards were gone. He has been flagging on them since then. They expired June 30th and December 31st, 1911, and June 30th, 1912. I kept the number of only one of them, Card 1537, Cert. 1227, Div. 32, St. L. & S. F. System, expiring December 31st, 1911. The one expiring June 30th, 1911, was issued to Div. 32, St. L. & S. F. System, and the one expiring June 30th, 1912, was issued to Div. 53, Southern Pacific. Please look out for these cards. C. H. Coburn, f Box 1 13. Benson, Ariz. Digitized by v^ooQle

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NOTICE. 14 5 has been customary in years past, r\ the May number of The Teleg- rapher, which will be the Con- vention Number, will be gotten out ahead of time, and all matter for that issue must be in my hands on or before April 20th. L. W. Quick, Editor. THE AUXILIARY. By Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. THE steady growth of the Ladies’ Auxiliary within the past few months has certainly been exceed- ingly gratifying to everyone. Many new locals have been organized. Many new members have been added to all the old locals, and the Grand Division has received applications in bunches. The interest being manifested by the O. R. T. brothers in every section of the coun- try has been astounding. The reason for all this is the fact that the brothers are just commencing to see the good of the Auxil- iary, and the strength it adds to the O. R. T. itself. All organizations, it matters not what they have, have gone through many and varied experiences before they have gained strength to walk alone. The surprising fact is that the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the O. R. T. has had as few pitfalls and obstacles to overcome as it has. We can not say that the pathway of the Ladies’ Auxiliary has been all roses and that we have had no obstacles to overcome, but, when taking into consideration that the Auxiliary is but about four years old, and comparing it with other organizations at about that age, it is surprising the manner in which the Auxiliary has grown, the man- ner in which obstacles have been overcome and problems met. Opposition has been met with cool reasoning, and now the “proof of the pudding’1 has been made. * by the tasting. Educate the wives of telegraphers in what the movement means to them by bind- ing them together in the Auxiliary, and the home will be brighter. Why? Because when the brother starts to the meeting, he goes with his wife’s blessing instead of her frown. Because if he stays a little longer at the meeting than usual, she knows there must be something unusual taking place in the routine of business, and is anxiously wait- ing the news when he returns. Because she is interested in that which so vitally interests her home, and she takes personal interest in welfare of the entire membership. Because she learns how sweet it is to even lay a bunch of wild flowers in the hand that can not gather them. Because she learns the happiness of as- sisting in providing succor for the needy. Because she learns the true fraternalism which exists among the telegraphers. Because she grows stronger in her sym- pathy with the brothers and their families and learns to disregard the folded pages in their lives, and measures only by the pages of the present and the future. Because she brings the principles of tmionism into the home, and the very air is permeated with brotherly love. Because the wife does not allow her husband to forget when dues time rolls around, for she knows the true meaning of the O. R. T. Digitized by Google

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352 The Railroad Telegrapher. Because, if the expenses has been a little greater; sickness, death or misfortune has entered the home — that wife has by some mysterious manner saved enough to send in her husband's O. R. T. dues. If the Auxiliary grows within the next two years as it has in the past two years there will not be a railroad in the United States but which will have a local of the Ladies' Auxiliary, and hope to see a great meetings, working valiantly among the sick, the down-and-out, and assisting in ways too numerous to mention. Let every woman, who is eligible to the Ladies’ Auxiliary, and who does not now hold membership, write at once to Secre- tary Pierce for blanks and send them in for a card. Let every brother see that all those in his family who are eligible to membership has a card. Let every local of the L. A. renew their energies toward securing new members. Let every division of the O. R. T. renew their energies to get an Auxiliary started on their line of road. Let everyone go to Baltimore with the set purpose in view to strengthen the Ladies’ Auxiliary. Rock Island Local, No. 22. We have recently organized a Ladies' Auxiliary on the C. R. I. & P. Ry. System, known as Local No. 22. Local Chairmen are being appointed as fast as possible, and hope to have the division in good working order shortly. Anyone wishing to become a member of our division and not knowing who their local chairman is should address Mrs. C. H. Meador, Gen'l S. & T., Minco, Okla., or myself at Calhan, Colo. We will be pleased to give you any information wished. We would appreciate the help of the brothers in interesting their relatives in the Ladies’ Auxiliary. Yours fraternally, Mrs. J. A. Tracey, General Chairman. Southern Pacific Local, No. 18. Our short write-up printed in the Febru- ary issue of The Telegrapher resulted in several applications being received from the ladies who desire to join the Auxiliary and be present at the convention in Baltimore, Md., next May. Sister Mrs. A. J. Ruther- ford, of Alvarado, Cal., is a new member, and blanks have been mailed to others. We have received a nice long letter from Grand Secretary and Treasurer Mrs. Flor- ence P. Pierce, who states she has secured a fine farge hall for the convention of the Ladies Auxiliary, and hope to see a great number of the members present from the Southern Pacific Local, No. 18. Anyone wishing to join apply to this office for appli- cation blanks. Rate to become, a member in the month of March is 90 cents and April 80 cents. Kindly send any news items avail- able each month prior to the first, and oblige. Yours fraternally, Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Wilmington, Cal. Gen’l Chairman . Pere Marquette Railway. The Grand Rapids District Division 39 held their regular monthly meeting on Feb- ruary 8th. Auxiliary matters were taken up and approved, and charter fee ordered paid by this division for the sisters. The Auxiliary is a wonderful help to the organization, and every brother should see that his wife gets the necessary application blank for membership. Sister Ellen Jacob is acting secretary and treasurer until the regular officers are elected, and she will be more than pleased to receive your applica- tion. The sisters on the other divisions, who have the Auxiliary in fair shape, report it as being one of the finest things out, and believing that the Pere Marquette boys want all there is to be had, we take this means of giving you the opportunity to enjoy what others have. We should all think this matter over, and not let a good thing slip by. We should enjoy a large membership and get things going in nice shape, so that our picnic this summer can be handled by the ladies and made a brilliant success. They can attend their meetings and arrange for a pleasant time for the boys now and then, and in many other ways their efforts can add many pleasures to our lives. Digitized by v^ooQte

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 353 Auxiliary cards can only be issued upon O. R. T. cards that are up-to-date and ex- pire with the O. R. T. card. Everybody get busy now and let’s see if we can not swamp Sister Jacob with appli- cations. She claims not. NOTE TO LADIES. Get after that hubby of yours and make him put you in line. You want a card just as much as he does, and you are as much interested in his welfare as he his. I believe you will win if you will speak to him in the right way. Try it. NOTE TO BROTHERS. Get your wife that Auxiliary card, now you have voted in favor of the Auxiliary. Cert. 499. Local No. 21. The last meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary was held at the home of Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, Pitman, N. J., on Wednesday, February 19th, the usual crowd was on hand. Sister Horner and Sister Albertson failed to show up, and we will have to send some one to sec why they missed. Sister Hitchner moved into her new home on March 1st. Sister Thompson has been quite sick, but at this writing is getting better. We arc sorry Sister Thompson has such poor health and hope she will be able to be on hand at our next meeting. We should have quite a few new mem- bers now, and we hope the brothers will help us get their applications. The charges are small, 80 cents for April, this pays dues to June 30th. The convention will be in Balti- more, in May, so let all the wives of our brothers get in line and take a trip to Balti- more and meet the sisters from all over the United States and Canada. We expect our Grand Secretary and Treasurer Sister Pierce at our next meet- ing, which will be held at Sister Thompson's home. Hope all the sisters will be on hand. Any brother who wishes an application blank for his wife, can secure it by asking Sister Hitchner, Pitman, N. J., our secre- tary and treasurer. We would welcome all the wives to our meetings, which are of a social character. You will like it if you once attend. The way to get there is to get your application in, and you will be notified of all meetings in due time. Sister Coles entertained Mrs. Day, of Lambertville, N. J., over last Sunday. Won- der if she gave her an application blank. We hope some brother on every division of the P. R. R., east of Pittsburg and Erie, will get interested and get the ladies to start up a membership. Each division, of course, will send their application and money to Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, secretary and treasurer, Pitman, N. J. The ladies on each division will arrange their meetings and pl&ce of meetings to suit their particular division. For any information on thisj>oint write Sister Florence B. Pierce, 2021 Long- wood st., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. I would suggest we appoint a committee of four to call on the ladies on the W. J. & S., .who are eligible, and have appli- cations with them to fix them up. We hope the ladies will, on the other hand, con- sider matters and be prepared to give them their applications. We shall change our meetings, when the membership warrants it, to some night the brothers meet and in the same hall, in order to do this we want to increase our membership and get a little cash on hand. The ladies on the Long Island have grand times, and nearly all the ladies there are members. Local 16 is a banner division. It is too bad the train service is so poor for Sister Maurer, Elwood, N. J., yet she is a faithful worker and on hand at meetings. The sisters won’t soon forget this visit to Elwood last fall. They even had apple sauce. Sister Nightingale has been very busy lately, helping her hubby. None envy her job. She aways finds time to do a little more. Sally Ann. Colorado Midland Ry. At this writing we are looking forward to our first meeting. Each one of our four- teen members is busy with her part of a “log cabin” quilt, which when completed will go to the lucky O. R. T. member of Division 81. Digitized by Google

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354 The Railroad Telegrapher. Sister Leary, of Sellar, spent several days at Glennwood Springs while on the sick list. Sister Loveland and little son and Sister Cooke have also been on the sick list, but we are glad to know that all are much improved at this time. We look forward to getting the applica- tions of Mrs. Lively and daughter at Busk, as they are on the list of new “eligibles.” There are several others who should be with us, and wc should like to have each mem- ber make an effort to secure one applica- tion. The cost of joining during the month of April is 80 cents, May is 70 cents, pay- ing initiation and dues to June 30th. Sup- pose we ask ourselves this question: ‘‘Have I told any of my friends of the aims and objects of the Order, with a view of getting their application?” Don’t let us forget to wear the little pin if you have one. It means a friendly handgrasp now and then, and should you find yourself in a strange community, it might mean that you are showing your loyalty to the Order and your pride in its achievements. This per- sonal pride and enthusiasm toward the Or- der will go a long ways toward inspiring confidence should you be soliciting the membership of a prospective candidate. The write-up goes forward the la’st day of each month. May I hope to receive a few items in that connection? If you take a week’s trip, or if you are ill, or any of the family is ill, or if you are transferred to another station, would like to have you tell us about it, as it all makes news. Let 11s not forget our daughters. There is no age limit, as you know, and if they are old enough to know what a card means, help them get one. Very fraternally yours, Mrs. Emma L. Rose, G. S . & T. Digitized by v^ooQle

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Failure is the price of carelessness. ♦ * * Despise not the day of small things. * * * A contented mind is a continual feast. * * * Many an eloquent sermon is wordless. * * * Some trains of thought go on wheels. * * * Time is money and should not be wasted. * * * Doing well depends upon doing completely. ♦ * * A man can be cordial without drinking it. * * * Turn on the backbiter, and say it to his face. * * * Tears come and pass away, but friendship never. * * * Complete knowledge is the key to effi- ciency. * * * It is easier to rest too much than work too hard. * * * Difficulties are things that show' what men really are. * * * Holyoke, Mass., gives the firemen a day off in five. * * * A man’s credit is always good when he don’t need it. * * * Getting things without paying for them is poor economy. 1 * * * Many a man thinks he is dignified when he is only stiff. * * * Many a so-called strong minded person is merely stubborn. . Every soul enjoys true friendship. ♦ * * True progress is to do well today, but better tomorrow. * * * Try to want what you have and not what you can not have. * * * The United Mine Workers have 338,980 paid-up members. ♦ * * The path of failure runs along the stream of procrastination. ♦ * * One of the best signs of a well-balanced mind is cheeriness. * ♦ * The man who can not go wrong is usually the man who does. * * * Even the thirst for glory may have its direful after-effects. ♦ * * There isn’t much sweetness in the smile that won’t come off. * * * A woman’s idea of a crank is the maif who doesn’t like her. * * * The man who borrows trouble is never asked to pay it back. * * * Let your first efforts be, not for wealth, but for independence. ♦ * * Always keep a supply of application blanks in your pocket. . * * * People constantly looking for trouble growl when they find it. * * * There is the mad and almost universal desire to change the color of a meerschaum pipe. Digitized by VjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 357 When the hat is passed we are all willing to put in a good word. * * * Where there's a will there’s a fighting chance for the lawyers. * * * A man may acquire ease and plenty, but not in the order named. * * * Public opinion is with the union workers. Let our ideals be high. * * * The more a man knows the easier it is to keep his mouth shut. * * * A good way to have all the friends you need is not to need any. * * *' * It is a wise man who can keep his tem- per ; any fool can lose it. * * * Give us contentment and we care not who invents perpetual motion. * * * The men who do the hard work should- be considered for officers. * * * We have all experienced times^when hard words came mighty easy. * * , * If it were mot for sentiment the world would be one huge icebox. ♦ * * Opportunity knocks on the doors of some and bn the heads of others. * * * None of us can afford to say all the fool things we would like to say. * * * Saving is the first great principle of suc- cess. It creates independence. “ * * * ». Whoever has loved knows all that life contains of sorrow and of joy. ^ * * * Tq he original it becomes necessary for some people to act natural-like. ♦ * * Of all the human emotions, real friend- ship is the strongest and best. * * * * If a man has no money to speak of it’s up to him to do his own talking. “Friend" is one of the most sacred and sweetest words in the dictionary. * * * Some men will sit down for hours and discourse on the evils of laziness. * * * There is no bank account than can bal- ance a sweet, gracious personality. * * ♦ Many a girl with a poor complexion i> r.ch enough to afford a better one. * * * Many a married man spends the rest of his days wondering why he did it. * * * It is easy to forgive your enemies after you have gotten square with them. * * * Many a man is so small that even his own opinion of himself doesn’t fit him." * * * Truth crushed to earth is liable to bob up later on and take a fall out of you. * * 0 * Your own good opinion of yourself will never get you past the pearly gates. * * * Silence is golden. There arc a lot of true things which should not be retailed. * * * If other people don’t know that you have it, there’s not much use in having it. ♦ * * If some men were compelled to pay as they go they would never get started. ♦ * * Pessimists, like sparrows, drive away the song birds and don’t sing themselves. * * ♦ Some fellows get money without earning it. .Others earn it without getting it. ♦ * ♦ Every little act, every little word, every little throb, has a meaning of its own. * * * Artists rave about the beauty of the sun- set. perhaps they never see the sun rise. * * * Before the same wind two ships pass, one going one way and one the other. You can not control the winds, but you can control the rudder. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 359 There are many things that we don't know, and it is just as*well that we don’t. * * * The hope that something will turn up tomorrow keeps a lot of us over today. ♦ * * Life is not so short but that there is al- ways time enough for courtesy. — Emerson. ♦ * * Be a “live wire*’ in your lodge. Make it your business to meet and talk with the non. * * * Carpenters of Schenectady, N. V.. have secured a wage increase of five cents per hour. * * * A man who never makes mistakes never makes anything else. — Henry Seton Mer- riam. * * * The man who is ungrateful in politics will be just as ungrateful in- any other path in life. * * * Voltaire wrote : Shun idleness ; it is the rust that attaches itself to the most brilliant metals. * * * People will encourage your fad as long as you are willing to Squander your money on them. * * * * The average man has a lot more to say about what he is going to do than what he has done. * * * Some people love to hear themselves talk so well that they listen when they talk in their sleep. * * * All American vessels must carry at least two wireless operators, so that service may be continuous. * * * There are 2,150 local organizations of labor in New York State, with a total mem- bership of 497,000. * * * Some of the blame for the lies we tell ought to be charged up to people who ask our candid opinion. “Know thyself” is a good motto, but you may not be proud of your acquaintance. * * * The American Federation of Labor will have an exhibit at the Panama Exposition. * * * Teaching an old dog new tricks is often waste of time. It may be more economical to get a new dog. * * * An electrical device has been perfected to thaw out frozen water pipes without opening the ground. * * * Petty criminals escape from jail through a hole in the wall. Great criminals escape through a hole in the law. * * * A11 eight-hour bill for steam engineers will be introduced at the present session of the Washington State Legislature. * * * Trade unions have made the meeting- room the debating club on economic ques- tions where all meet on equal terms. ♦ * * * A Washington woman found fourteen pearls in one oyster. .It must have been dressed up to go to the mermaids’ ball. M * * The easiest thing in the world to do is to make up your mind what you would do if you were in soipe other fellow’s place. * * * Society is composed of two great masses : v those who have more dinners than appetite, and those who have more appetite than din- ners. * * * When we do the best we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our own life, or in the life of another. — Helen Keller. * * * Let us have faith that right makes might, and in that faith let us to the end dare to do our duty as we understand it. — Abraham Lincoln. * * * The trade union movement should receive the assistance of all fair-minded men in its efforts to rescue the child from the factory, mill and workshop and place it in the school room. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 361 To discuss a subject with a fool is like carrying a lantern before a blind man. * * * The dictates of fashion have put the ban upon switches and puffs. We will soon know how our girls really look without their disguise. ★ * * The man who stands at the bottom of the ladder and steadies it, is often more benefit to the country than the one who climbs to the top. * * * * In union there is strength j in strength, knowledge; in knowedge, health, and in health, happiness, and all sensible people want to be happy. The boilermakers have increased death benefits from $100 to $250, and a disability benefit of $800 in cases where both eyes, both hands or both feet are lost. ♦ * * Joseph F. Valentine, re-elected president International Molders, has served in that office since 1903. For more than thirteen years before that he was vice-president. * * * No reform, moral or intellectual, ever came from the upper classes of society. Each and all came from the protests of martyrs and victims. The emancipation of the working people must come from the working people themselves. — Wendell Phillips. Digitized by L.OOQle

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THE INSPECTOR'S ROMANCE. ONCE every two months — now a day or two earlier and now a day or two later — Inspector Cranforth had entered the different postoffices on his route and checked up and straightened out affairs. There were postmasters who had seen him grow old and gray since his appointment. They had always found him a pleasant spoken and a just man, but all stood in awe of him. In no department of the pub- lic service is Uncle Sam more particular than in the postal. The cash must balance to a cent with the postmasters, and any' man or woman who attempts to play tricks with his letters are certain to be pursued with relentless energy. Inspector Cranforth was generally re- garded as a flint-hearted man. In was un- derstood that he was an old bachelor and had never known what love was. He accepted no excuses from postmasters, and indulged in no flirtations while traveling. At fifty years of age he had got to be part of the route, and no one knew him for just what he was. Outside of his officialism he had a heart as warm as any man’s and one reason — and perhaps the main one — why he had not married was the fact that he had always maintained a home for a mother and a crippled sister. His salary could do no more. One day a windfall came in the shape of a legacy, and if the inspector had dreams of matrimony and a fireside all his own no one could blame him. Those who looked upon the man as flint hearted did not know the ins and outs of the case at the Dover postoffice. An old soldier had been postmaster there for years. When he died his widow took his place. When she died her daughter, Mary, who had known the inspector since her baby- hood. was left motherless, fatherless and almost penniless. It was the inspector who paid a part of the undertaker’s bill ; it was the inspector who had Uncle Billy Smith appointed ; it was the inspector who got Mary Williams a clerkship that practically made* her postmistress and financially inde- pendent. Even the girl did not know the extent of his kindness. When he found himself asking why he did it he found himself reply- ing that in two or three years more he hoped to be in a position to marry. At present his feelings toward the girl were merely pater- nal. What they might be in the future he wouldn’t discuss with himself. It was said that Inspector Cranforth took more time for inspection at the Dover post- office than anywhere else. Some of the vil- lage gossips said it was because of Mary Williams, who regarded him as a friend and was always glad to see him come, and others said he had his eye on Tillie Lang- ton, the daughter of the village inn- keeper. It was the talk that the two girls were rivals, and the innkeeper’s daughter at least came to believe it and to feel bitter toward the girl in the postoffice. The situ- ation of affairs was just right when there came an official complaint against the Dover postoffice. William Penfield, son of Deacon Penfield, was in the habit of sending his old father money from Iowa every month or two. William was of an economical turn and did not want to pay a registry fee or the premium exacted for a money order. The bill was simply inclosed in a letter. The father was inclined to be garrulous and to look upon it as a smart trick to get ahead of Uncle Sam, and so in time every one in and around Dover came to know what would have been more prudent to be kept secret. Digitized by Google

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364 The Railroad Telegrapher. A money letter was missing. Old Mr. Penfield haunted the postoffice for a week and then wrote to William. William made affidavit that he wrote and inclosed a ten dollar bill on a certain date. It was the business of Uncle Sam to send out a tracer and for one of his inspectors to follow it up. Inspector Cranforth took his time about it, but he finally traced the letter into the Dover postoffice. By that time there was great ado in the town. Old Mr. Pen- field hadn’t hesitated to express his opin- ions that “some one” right in the home post- office had cribbed his letter and abstracted the money, and of course he referred to Mary. She claimed to be innocent, but there were those who held to the contrary, and when Inspector Cranforth arrived to carry his investigation further there was great excitement. To the intense indignation of hundreds of citizens the investigation was held within closed doors — that is, Mary was questioned only in the presence of a justice of the peace. She was nervous and ex- cited and shaken. She admitted her belief that such a letter had arrived at about such a date, but what had become of it, if not delivered, she could not say. The establishment was a combination grocery and postoffice. A person could have sneaked into the postoffice part from the grocery, but he would have had to look over all the general delivery mail to get the Penfield letter. He would have also had to hit the exact date of its arrival. Every incident of the day was recalled, but suspicion could not be directed against anybody. The letter had arrived, but what had become of it was a puzzle. Two hours’ talk was leaving the investigation just where it had begun when the outsiders de- manded that the girl’s trunk at her board- ing place be searched. She went pale in an instant and as the inspector noticed it a suspicion lodged in his heart. When asked if she were willing she hesitated and finally declined. Even the good old justice, who was her friend, looked at her with pity in his face. The inspector stared into vacancy a moment, and then his mind was made up. “Mary, have you a ten dollar bill in your trunk?” he asked. “I — I” — she stammered. “Have you or have you not?” “Yes, but — but” — “Then you took the letter?” “Oh, I couldn’t have done it — I never did it!” she wailed. “Then where did the bill come from?” “I can’t tell you. Please don’t ask me anything more. I didn’t take the Penfield letter, but I — I can’t tell you!” “Poor girl!” sighed the justice as he walked across to the hotel with the inspec- tor. , “I’ve got a duty to do,” was the reply. When the inspector had reached his room, he sat down and wrote out his resig- nation to take immediate effect. Someone else would have to arrest Mary Williams. It was the hardest blow of his life. He had been thinking of her for a month past as his wife. It seemed impossible thit she could be guilty, and yet the inspector sent on to take his place must arrest her on her own showing. The man was feeling more sore at heart than ever before in his life, when he heard two female voices in the next room. There was a vacant stove- pipe hole just above his head that let every word float through. The women were the innkeeper’s wife and his daughter, and he heard the mother say: “Tillie, where did you get that ten dollar bill changed?” “At the butcher’s,” was the reply. “And what did you do with the letter?” “Burned it up. Don’t you go to fretting over things. They say that Mary will lose her place, but nothing else will happen. I want to get Mr. Cranforth in the parlor tonight and sing and play for him.” Ten minutes later the inspector was at the butcher’s, asking questions. He went from there to the postoffice for a few^min- utes’ talk with the accused girl. When he had asked a question or two she remem- bered that on a certain date when she Had half a dozen letters in her hand she had been called into the grocery part in a hurry and had left the letters on the counter for a moment beside the innkeeper’s daughter. “And now about searching your trunk?” asked the inspector. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 365 She handed him the key in a shame- faced way and said : “I don’t want you to, but if you must then you will find the bill in a letter. Read the letter.” The justice was taken along. The letter and money were found, and both read the letter and replaced it and weni out of the room almost on tiptoe. The inspector had never heard that Mary even had a beau. The letter proved that she was engaged to a young man in a neighboring town, and he had sent her the money to save up with more against their wedding. <rWhy didn’t you tell me this before?” asked the inspector of the girl that evening. “I — I didn’t want to hurt you,” she re- plied. “Hurt me — how?” “I knew you were falling in love with me, and you are so old, you know, and I’d have to say no, you see” — “I understand,” he finished, with a sigh, and, going into his own room, he tore up his resignation and sat down and figured it all out and said to himself: “The girl is right. The man of fifty who has a romance is an old fool!” He was not entertained in the inn parlor that evening. He never stops there now. The thing was somehow fixed up between the landlord and old Penfield and the government, but it is whispered around that it cost the former a thousand dollars and that Tillie is likely to die an old maid. — By Claude Pamares (Rochester, N. Y.), in Labor Journal. BURIED TREASURE. “The hawk unto the open sky, The red deer to the wold, The Romany lass to the Romany lad, As in the days of old.” ’Twas a fine song, and well sung by Scotson, at our “shivoo” last night, vastly differing from the rollicking chorus trolled by Rob Gates, of “I’m a nipper, I’m a skipper, I'm a navvy on the line With six and thirty bob a week, And heaps of overtime.” Thus mused Ganger Ted Roberts as he paced his section one bright spring morn- ing whilst keeping a sharp lookout for any obstacles on or defects in the track, and occasionally throwing a comprehensive, searching glance upon all other property under his charge belonging to the State- owned railway, of which he was an efficient employe. The Fettlers’ Union of the Southwestern System had foregathered on the previous evening for their annual reunion, and the events which transpired thereat formed the subject of his thoughts. Ted, from his own point of view, was a success department- ally; he had sereved a term as ordinary navy, was now a ganger; by dint of hard study he had passed the examination, and was awaiting his turn for promotion to roadmaster. He was somewhat surprised to find that from a social point of view he was a failure’ compared to many men holding subordinate positions in the rank and file of the service present at last night’s function, Smoles’ gang from Marktown brought along two violins, a cornet and flute, from which the owners diverted the audience with choice selections. Comber, from Princeton, recited “Henry the Fifth Before the Battle of Agincourt” with dramatic effect. Representatives from Columbar, Kowna and Ralston contributed their quota to the entertainment of the assemblage. Bob Gate’s chorus was appar- ently the only item that Roberts* section of Happy Valley could furnish, when, hap- pily for the reputation of that district, the paid pianist was unexpectedly called away. In response to the request for a volunteer to fill the vacancy, Mark Scotson, a member of Roberts* gang, quietly seated himself, played the remaining accompaniments, as well as a difficult selection, by special re- quest; sang the “Romany Lass” with good style in a good clear tenor, and covered the Happy Valley section, and incidentally himself, with glory by making the speech of the evening. “Evidently a clever, well-brought-up fel- low, more in him than I was aware of, however; as he has only been with me for a few months, there has not been much Digitized by Google

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366 The Railroad Telegrapher. chance of judging. I shall draw him out as opportunity offers.” Scotson had reported himself to Ganger Roberts three months previously, with a direction from headquarters for immediate employment as casual hand. He was a tall, slenderly-built man of about thirty-five years of age. Although plainly a stranger to manual work, being physically strong, he made steady but solid progress, acquit- ting himself to the satisfaction of Roberts, who had the reputation of being a hard taskmaster. Aftef the events just narrated, Roberts became a frequent visitor at Scot- son's cabin, and was astonished to find the extent of his subordinate’s acquaintance with general railway matters. Not only did he seem to be theoretically conversant with maintenance work, of which Roberts had made a special study, but he also evinced a surprising knowledge of rolling stock, telegraphy, goods business, accountancy, shorthand, correspondence, and, in fact, of most matters appertaining to the manage- ment of a railway system. The time spent by Roberts with Scotson resulted to the mutual advantage of each. Acting on in- formation gained thereby, Roberts set his gang to work on a new system, with the result that l:i the next annual inspection Happy Valley secured pride of place as the best-kept section in the State. Scotson, who was previously of a reserved, melan- choly disposition, led a lonely life, avoid- ing intimacy with the residents of the dis- trict. Owing to his intercourse with Roberts, he brightened up considerably, and took more interest in matters generally. Finding his visitor to be keen and genuine in his desire to improve himself in every possible way, he gradually induced him to take an interest in literature, and suggested a course of reading from various standard authors, such as Shakespeare, Dickens, Sir Walter Scott, Thackeray, Bulwer Lytton and others. He was heartily amused and gratified by Roberts’ appreciation of the dry humor of Mark Twain’s works. Being a lover of chess, he taught Roberts the various movements of the pieces, and in a very short time the novice could give the teacher a good willing go before checkmate was called. This was the manner in which time was beguiled on many a long evening. Mrs. Roberts blessed the day when fortune sent the stranger to the section, who worked such a remarkable change in her lord and master. He now seldom accom- panied the wild spirits on their periodical (principally pay-day visits) to the town, some few miles away, making merry at the “Travellers* Arms,” and leaving more than they could spare of their hard earnings with the smiling landlord. The good lady ever had a smile and cheerful salutation for the man who she always asserted was too good for the position he occupied. In her own figurative language, she declared to her gossips that he was a “swan amongst geese, and you may take it from me, he will yet become the bellwether of the flock.” Her hearers shook their heads sagely, sug- gested that there was perhaps some shady reason for such an one secludihg himself out back, and that “murder will out.” “time will tell,” and many other more or less pointed observations. Notwithstanding these dubious remarks, the good woman stoutly championed the recluse. Many a portion of a dainty repast somehow found its way to the cupboard of Scotson’s cabin. He not infrequently returned home from work to find his mending done, linen washed and ironed, presumably, as he smilingly informed Mrs. Roberts, “by fairy fingers.” Two. years passed away, when one even- ing Bob Gates, who had trollied to the adjacent town, returned and knocked at the door of Scotson’s cabin, where Roberts and Scotson were contesting a battle on the checkered board. “Good evening. Bob,” said Roberts. “Am I wanted?” “Not this time, boss,” rejoined Bob. “I’ve a letter for the President.” “Who is the president, Bob?” said Scot- son. “You, to be sure,” replied Bob, “and here’s your letter.” This was Scotson’s first intimation that the men had dubbed him with this cogno- men. Bob produced a much post-marked letter addressed, “Mark Scotson, Esq., Railway Department, Victoria, via Sydney, New South Wales.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 367 “Whoever writ that letter don’t know much about our part of the world,” observed Bob. “It’s just like addressin’ a letter ‘England, via Dublin, Ireland.' I must turn in, so good-night to ye both,” and Bob departed. Scotson gazed at the handwriting on the envelope. Straightway chess, cabin, Roberts and all else was forgotten save a bright stniling face, a dainty figure waving the smallest of white handkerchiefs from the end of a quay. The lump that arose in his throat as he sadly waved in return and gazed with hungry eyes and heavy heart until it became smaller and smaller, and, at length, faded away as the ship bore him, a self-exiled wanderer, from home and all that made life dear. The past and all that might have been came again before his mind’s eye. He thought hard and silently, came from the clouds to earth again, beheld Roberts and the surroundings he had of late become familiar with, smiled somewhat bitterly, and said : “Ah, excuse me, Ted, but the sight of that writing awoke old memories ” Roberts looked sympathetic, and said, “Perhaps you would like to be alone, Mark, and read your letter; we can finish our game some other evening.” “Oh ! don’t go,” replied Scotson ; the contents of this letter will decide whether I am to continue to live here indefinitely or return whence I came.” He quickly opened the letter and read as follows: “Chicago, 14-8-19. “Dear Mark — Come as soon as this reaches you. Everything has been cleared up satisfactorily. Your innocence has been proved. Your old position is open for your acceptance if you care to take it. Uncle joins with me in requesting your immediate return. I would give full particulars if your exact whereabouts were known. Come and all will be explained. “Yours, “E. B.” Scotson read the news rapidly, rose ex- citedly, and exclaimed, “At last! At last! thank God:” Turning to Roberts, he said: “Ted, I must tell you my story. I have been on the point of doing so for months past, but I forbore. My character, which was under a cloud in my country, is now re- habilitated. An explanation of mj^ position is due to my very good friends, yourself and Mrs. Roberts.” Roberts expressed the pleasure it would give him to hear the story, and Scotson began as follows: “I am, as you have probably guessed, an American. My parents died when I was a lad of sixteen. Having no relatives in the States, I was thrown on my own resources. I received a fair education, and was suc- cessful in obtaining employment in the telegraph branch of the Grand Pacific Rail- way Company, Chicago Depot. Whilst there I obtained much knowledge of the various departments and sub-departments of the system and of the various duties allotted to each. Always being of a studious and observant bent of mind, I took note of all unusual matters and details relating to the company’s business, and freely referred to text books for information and guidance in every possible contingency. Much of my spare time was spent at the rooms of the Railway Institute, attending the various classes of instruction. There I gave full play to my passion or hobby of acquir- ing knowledge of all branches of railroad business. There it was that I became acquainted with the various matters which occasioned so much surprise to you in the early stages of our friendship. Promotion was rapid to Chief Night Officer, then to Chief Day Officer. Whilst engaged on lat- ter duty I was fortunate in gaining the special commendation of General Manager Butler for arrangements made in connec- tion with an accident to the San Francisco express at Omaha. This resulted in my early appointment to a position on the Ad- ministrative Staff. My early studies now proved valuable. Shakespeare, which you have been recently studying, says: ‘There is a tide in the affairs of men which taken at the flood leads on to fortune.’ I was borne on such a tide, my prospects were bright, I was earning a good salary, en- joyed good health, engaged in congenial work, possessed the confidence of the Chief of the road, was deeply in love with his niece, whom I had frequently met at various Digitized by Google

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368 The Railroad Telegrapher. sdcial functions held at the homes of mutual friends. I had every reason to be- lieve njy affection was reciprocated, and was looking forward hopefully for a favorable opportunity of declaring my love to Elsie, when circumstances arose which compelled me to put a stop to any such intention. “At this time a consignment of gold was to be shipped from Cheyenne Creek, a min- ing toflrn in Wyoming, to the Territorial Bank, Chicago. As train robbers were much in evidence about this period, special rates were charged for its carriage at the risk of the company. I received instruc- tions from the general manager to superin- tend the receipt, dispatch and transport of the valuable freight, cash value of which amounted to 75,000 dollars. I journeyed to the mine and spent one night at the local saloon. Not caring for the appearance of the rough, hard swearing habitues of the place, arrangements were made with the mine manager to ship the gold secretly next day per the 8 p. m. express, which usually ran through the local station with- out a stop. This was successfully done, the few loiterers on the platform not hav- ing the slightest idea of such a valuable consignment being dispatched. To allay suspicion, the gold was made up in rough, dirty, well-worn canvas packages, which were said to contain merely samples of quartz sent to the city for assay, to be afterwards exhibited at a meeting of share- holders advertised to be held during the following week. Special Officer Drury assisted with the arrangements, and was ap- parently as well pleased as myself to see the gold safely packed, locked up and sealed in the large iron-plated cupboard of the brake van. He, with Brakeman Martin and myself, kept watch and ward over the treas- ure during the journey in two-hour shifts. Nothing untoward happened until our arrival at the Chicago depot, where the bank officials were in waiting to take delivery. Feeling relieved at the satisfactory com- pletion of a responsible duty, I handed the key to Martin, who unlocked the door and signaled the waiting discharging porters to enter the brake van. Whilst I was prepar- ing to obtain the usual official receipt from the bank officer in charge, a surprised excla- mation broke from Drury; Martin shouted, ‘Empty, by the Eternal! How in thunder did they do it?’ I turned in consternation, and found that the gold had disappeared. There is no need to dwell upon the after- part. Inquiries were of no avail. No trace of the gold could be subsequently dis- covered. Martin, Drury and myself were, of course, suspected. They were summarily dismissed, and the general manager strongly hinted that my resignation would prove acceptable. It was tendered at once. I thanked him for past favors, and hoped that in time the mystery would be solved and my innocence proved. “Elsie, who pitied me in my misfortune, in the course of an interview, acknowledged her love for me. It was somewhat con- soling to find that though all my little world considered my guilt certain, she, despite the overwhelming evidence against me, still be- lieved in and trusted me. It was utterly useless to endeavor to obtain employment in the States. Wherever I went I found that 1 was shadowed by Pinkerton’s agents, who made known to all likely employers the suspicions that were entertained towards me. I therefore settled my affairs, took ship to Australia, spent a few weeks in Melbourne, applied for work in an humble capacity so that attention should not be di- rected to me by Pinkerton’s people, whose agencies are world-wide. I was instructed to report tcf you for work, and my history whilst sojourning in Happy Valley you are, of course, aware of.” “Judging from that letter, then, your in- nocence is proved?” said Roberts. “It is, Ted,” replied Scotson, “and I leave for home by the next mail.” Roberts -expressed the pleasure he f£lt at hearing of the vindication of Scotson’s character and his great sorrow on losing such a good friend. On bidding him good- night, he exclaimed. “My word, won’t the missus be pleased?” Pleased she was in a double sense. First, for Scotson’s happiness, as she had a pro- found respect for him ; secondly, for the rich opportunity of saying to her cronies, “I told you so,” etc. Bob Gates was instrumental in arrang- ing a special committee meeting of the Fettlers’ Union, at which it was unani- mously decided to give a right royal send- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 369 off to the “President” at the “Travelers’ Arms.” It duly eventuated, many songs were sung, many nice things were said, many toasts were drunk, and Scotson feel- ingly bade farewell to his friends and well- wishers. Shortly after his arrival in the States he wrote a long letter to Mr. and Mrs. Roberts, in which he informed them of his reinstate- ment to his old position at an increased sal- ary* and of his approaching marriage to Miss Elsie Butler. The letter also con- tained a clipping from the “Chicago Globe” newspaper, which read as follows: “IMPORTANT DISCOVERY. “It will be remembered that on the night of August 15, 19 — , 75,000 dollars’ worth of gold disappeared from the locker of the brake van of the 8 p. m. express between Cheyenne Creek and this city. Special Officer Drury, Brakeman Martin and Ad- ministrative Officer Scotson were believed to have been concerned in its disposal. The two first-named were dismissed, and the lat- ter’s resignation called for in consequence. On Thursday last Lost Property Officer Callinan, with his gang, was engaged in stacking and sorting quantities of cases, boxes, timber, lumber, etc., for sale at the south end of No. 2 siding, when they found three large boxes underneath a large pile of miscellaneous debris. On being opened the boxes were found to contain canvas packages in which the missing gold was securely wrapped. Cullinan promptly placed a guard over the boxes, and ’phoned General Manager Butler, who arranged for the gold to be sent to the Territorial Bank, to which it was originally consigned. Special Officr Drury has confessed to his complicity in the theft, and also implicates the general manager’s secretary, Mr. Gideon Fleece. He completely exonerates Martin and Scotson from blame. It was the desire of Fleece to enrich himself and involve Scotson in disgrace. Fleece was aboard the train in disguise on the eventful night. He managed to abstract the key and seal from Scotson’s pocket whilst the latter was asleep and Drury in charge of the gold. When the express stopped for water at a roadside station, with Drury’s aid the gold was transferred to a wagon loaded with empty cases and lumber on the adjoining track. The gold*was placed in three boxes and securely nailed down. The cupboard was again locked and sealed and the keys replaced in Scotson’s pocket. Martin’s at- tention was drawn specially to the forward portion of the train by Drury so that the thieves could effect the transfer without interruption. They were unable to profit by their nefarious act, because * having omitted to take a note of the truck number into which the gold was transferred, their subsequent efforts to trace it proved result- less. It is surmised that the truck’s desti- nation was Chicago. The three boxes were supposed to contain old scrap brass, sent up for sale from down the line, and to be portion of a consignment way-billed as ’a quantity.’ “We are credibly ^informed that Fleece’s action was dictated by envy at Scotson’s rapid promotion in the service and jealous of his success in the courtship of a young lady to whom Fleece's attentions were un- welcome.”—By J. J. Lynch, in V. R. I. Review. HIS MOTHER. THE cold gray shadows of the wintry twilight had enveloped tree and meadow and sluggish forest stream in their uncertain mist, the factory chim- neys flung their fiery banners of smoke againlt the leaden sky, a basso-relievo that would have made Rembrandt himself re- joice, and the hum of never-ceasing ma- chinery in the little town rose above the r sh of the river like the buzz of a gigantic insect. Charles Emery, the day superin- tendent in the rolling mills, was just re- turning to his home, having been relieved by the night superintendent, and as he walked along, his feet sounding crisply on the hard, frozen earth, he whistled softly to himself as light-hearted as a bird. ‘ You’re going with us tonight, Charley, to the opera?” cried a gay voice, and two or three young men came by. For upon that especial evening there was to be an opera in the little town, a genuine New York company, with a chorus, a full orchestra and all the paraphernalia of scenery and costume which provincial resi- Digitized by Google

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370 The Railroad Telegrapher. dents so seldom enjoy, and the younger population were on the qui vive of delight- ful expectation. “I am going,’’ said Emery, slowly; “but not with you !” “But you will change your mind, though,” said Harrison, “when you hear that Kate Marcy is to be of our party — Kate Marcy and the Miss Hallowells and Fanny Hewitt. There are eight of us going. We’ve kept a seat on purpose for you I” “I have engaged myself to another lady,” said Emery. Harrison laughed. “Well, I’m sorry for it.” said he; “but Miss Marcy is not a girl who need pine for a cavalier. We’ll keep the seat for you until a quarter of eight. And let me give you a warning, old fellow ! Kate Marcy is a high-minded girl — it won’t do to trifle too much with her!” Charles Emery went on his way rather graver and more self-absorbed. H^e had asked his mother the day before to go, and his mother’s eyes had brightened with genu- ine delight. “Your father often used to take me, Charley,” she said, “when wp were young people and lived in New York. But it is twenty years and more since I have been to an opera. And if you’re quite sure, dear, that there is no young lady whom you would rather take — ” “As if any young girl in the world could be to me what my own darling mother is !” replied Emery, smiling across the table to her. “Then I shall be delighted to go,” said Mrs. Emery. And her voice and eyes bore witness to the truth of her words. But now that a regular party had been organized, and Kate Marcy had promised to join it, things looked different to the young man. For a moment he almost regretted that he had engaged himself to take his mother. “She would be as well pleased with any concert,” he said to himself, “and I should have the opportunity of sitting all the evening next to Kate Marcy. I’ll ask her to let me off this time. She won’t care.” But when he went into the little sitting room of their humble domain and saw his mother with her silver-gray hair rolled into puffs on either side of her almost un- wrinkled brow, her best black silk donned, and the opal brooch she owned pinned into the white lace folds at her bosom, his heart misgave him. “I have been trimming my bonnet over with some violet-velvet flowers,” said she, smiling, “so as to do you no discredit, Charley ; and I have a new pair of violet kid gloves. And now you must drink your jtea. I’ve made some of your favorite cream- biscuit, and the kettle is nearly boiling. Oh, Charley, you’ll laugh at me, I’m afraid, but I feel like a little girl going to her first children’s party. It’s so seldom, you know, that a bit of pleasure comes in my way!” And then Charles Emery made up his mind that his mother was more to him in her helpless old age and sweet, affectionate dependence, than any blooming damsel whose eyes shone like stars and whose cheeks rivalled the September peach. “Going with some one else!” said Kate Marcy, rather surprised and not exactly pleased. She was a tall, beautiful maiden, the belle of C — , and rather an heiress in her own right. She liked Charles Emery, and she rather surmised that he liked her. And when she had been studying up her toilet for the opera, she had selected a blue dress, with blue flowers for her hair and orna- ments of turquoise, because she had once heard Mr Emery say that blue was his favorite color. “Going with some one else !” she repeated. "Well, he has a right to suit himself.” And she kept within her own soul the jealousy that disturbed her all the while she was sitting waiting for the great green curtain to be drawn up, until, of a sudden, there wi.s a slight bustle in the row of seats beyond, and Emery entered with his mother. Then Kate’s overgloomed face grew bright again. She drew a long breath of relief and turned to the stage; it was as if the myriad gaslights had all of a sudden been turned up, as if all the mimic world in the opera house had grown radiant. Never was a voice sweeter to her ears than the somewhat thin and exhausted Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 371 warble of the prima donna; never did scenery glow with such natural tints or footlights shine more softly. Kate Marcy declared the opera was “perfection !” “Yes; but,” said pert little Nina Cum- mings, “do look at Charley Emery with that little old woman; why couldn’t he have come and sat with us?” Kate said nothing. In the crowd now surging out of the aisles of the little opera house she could scarcely venture to ex- press her entire opinion, but she said in a low, earnest tone: “I don't know what you think of it, Nina, but I, for my part, respect Mr. Emery a thousand times more for his kindness to his mother.” And, almost at the same second, she found herself looking directly into Char- ley’s eyes. For a moment only. The crowd sepa- rated them almost ere they could recognize one another, but Kate felt sure — and her cheeks glowed scarlet — that he had heard her words. “Charley,” said little Mrs. Emery, look- ing into her son's face as they emerged into the veil of softly falling snow which seemed to enwrap the whole outer world in a dim, dazzling mystery, “who was that girl with the large blue eyes and the sweet face wrapped into a white fleecy sort of hood — the one who said she respected you?” “It was Kate Marcy, mother.” “She has the face of an angel,” said Mrs. Emery softly. The next day Charley went boldly to the old Marcy homestead, whose red brick gables, sheeted with ivy, rose up out of the leafless elms and beeches, just beyond the noise and stir of the busy village. “Miss Marcy,” he said, "I heard what you said last night.” “It was not meant for your ears, Mr. . Emery,” said Kate, coloring a soft rosy pink. “But,” he pursued, looking her full, in the face, “I can not be satisfied with that, Miss Marcy, I want a warmer feeling. If you could teach yourself to love me — ” The dimples came around Kate Marcy's red lips, wreathing her smile in wondrous beauty. “Mr. Emery,” she said, “I do love you. I have loved you for a long time,” And Charley went home, envying neither king nor prince. “But I never should have loved you so dearly,” his young wife told him afterward, “if you hadn't been so kind to that little mother of yours. In my eyes you never looked so handsome as when you stood bending over her gray head in the crowded hall of the opera house that night.” — James- town (N. Y.) Union Advocate. THAT MESSAGE— WHAT MESSAGE? THE night operator at Holbrook, Dennis Holland, awoke with a start, rubbed his eyes, glanced at the clock and answered the dispatcher, h was now 3.25 a. m., just twenty minutes until No. 9, the fast mail, was due. Hol- land had been dozing at the ticket window when he was awakened by the office call. The dispatcher ask£d him, “Who reported bridge on fire?” “Who reported what?” said Holland. “The bridge — give me details.” “What do yeu mean?” “What do you mean by that message?” “What message?” Then the chief dispatcher came to the wire and said: “Thought it strange. We called you ten minutes after received message. No. 9 will be at Stateline (first station east) in ten minutes, lock office, run to bridge, examine, return, report. Hurry up now, I don’t want to delay No. 9.” Holland left the key open a moment in hesitation, then— there being nothing else to do in his confused mind — “O. K’d” the message and closed his key. When he had hurriedly lighted his lantern and locked the door, he hastened down the track on a slow trot, thinking as he ran how long he had slept, and during that time what could have happened. What did the dispatcher mean by the bridge being on fire, and what message? The mile seemed ten miles, and all the time he was more and more per- plexed and bewildered; Holland would have turned back, but blind duty spurred him on. At last he came to the bridge, and in the blackness of the night he saw the Digitized by Google

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372 The Railroad Telegrapher. form of the trestle work darkly outlined against the sky, he heard the ripple of the water beneath, but there was no fire nor light save the glimmer of his own lantern. He remained but an instant, yet it seemed to Holland as ages; he must get back to his key, but he had to pull himself away. As he turned he shuddered and bit his tongue to see if he were awake; was it a dream? He turned back and looked again to be sure that the bridge was not on fire. At last the faint light of his lantern showed him the two half-burnished rails leading out into the night and toward the depot; he followed them with his mind in a state to think almost anything. When he entered the office the dispatcher was calling. He told the dispatcher, "Bridge is all right — ” and started to ask him what was the trouble, but the dis- patcher called Stateline and sent this mes- sage to the conductor of No. 9: ‘'Be pre- pared to stop at Holbrook bridge. Bridge reported on fire, reduce speed there.” Holland broke in and asked him ; “Bridge O. K. Why did you have me go to see if it was?” “Why did you send that message ? Here, take this, ‘Bridge one mile east on fire. Stop all trains ;’ this has agent’s name signed to it.” Holland answered, “I didn’t send it.” “After we received message, we called you ten minutes. What were you doing?” Holland had been asleep and he now realized that something had happened in his office during that time. He replied that for an hour before No. 9 was due he was book- ing expense bills and answered when he heard the call. * * * . * * * One night three months later as Dennis Holland was carrying the mail to the crane, a short time before the arrival of No. 9, he heard a door slam and muttered to him- self, “I thought I shut that door.’’ When he returned, on entering the ticket office through the baggage room he saw for an instant in the semi-darkness caused by the shade on his lamp the form apparently of a person, dressed in white, leaving the ticket office. No footsteps were heard, but the outside door opened and closed. ' Holland stepped to the window and saw the vision of white disappear down the track to the east. But the dispatcher commenced to call and he immediately answered. The dispatcher asked him : “Why didn’t you tell us, so we could hold No. 9 at Stateline?” Just then Holland heard the faint whistle of the fast mail, and took in the situation at a glance. “Went to hang mail on crane, heard door slam, came back and thought I saw some- body leave office, but I did hear waiting- room door lock. Did you get a message from this office?” The thought of the fast mail running through the burning bridge so weighed upon the dispatcher’s mind that he did not for one instant think of what had happened in the office at Holbrook, and he said to Hol- land : “Go out and see how close No. 9 is.” The moment Holland stepped upon the platform he heard it whistle for the 'bridge. He stood there until he could see the head- light which told him it had crossed the bridge. Then he returned and told the dis- patcher : “No. 9 is past bridge.” “O. K. Why did you report bridge on fire again?” “Didn’t.” “Did you send this message, ‘Bridge one mile east on fire, stop all trains?’” Holland repeated the account of what he had seen and heard in the office. Later in the morning the dispatcher called Hol- brook and instructed Holland to meet the morning train, as Mr. Flaherty, the super- intendent, wished to see him. During the interview with Holland the superintendent said that within two years three operators had left Holbrook because of the frequent visits of a ghost and that one dispatcher had resigned because of it. “Now, we would like to have this matter cleared up, so you keep on the lookout and do not be out of the office only when absolutely necessary.” For two months after this Dennis Hol- land was startled by every little noise. About three o’clock one morning he was sitting at the ticket window wide awake. He fancied he heard the outside door open Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 373 and close, but hearing no footsteps he tried to dismiss it from his mind, when he heard the sound of a key being inserted in his office door and the lock was turned, the door opened. A figure clad in white, girl- ish in appearance, whose pallid face was scarcely visible, entered. Holland, greatly frightened, watched this spectre go to his table, open the key, call the dispatcher and send this message : “Bridge one mile east on fire. Stop all trains/' Then this extraordinary intruder left the office as strangely as it appeared. During these flitting moments no sound was heard except the click of the telegraph. “There are instincts for all crises of life,” Holland was no longer afraid. He im- mediately unlocked the door and followed. He heard the dispatcher calling, but what mattered the dispatcher now? The same duty that spurred him on to the bridge at the wx>rd of the dispatcher now bade him follow his unwelcome visitor. The apparition was going down the track toward the east. When he had gone a short distance from the office the question arose in his mind whether he should follow or overtake. He now saw his plight and asked himself why was he following the ghost anyway. With these puzzling thoughts occupying his mind he suddenly realized that he had overtaken the spectral figure, and reaching forward grasped — not the cold night air, but the warm arm of a young woman. “It's a girl!” he cried. At the touch she screamed: “Help! Where am I? Oh, that awful dream again! Where — where am I? Who are you? Oh, what am I doing here?” Holland explained what he saw her do, and when he had escorted her home she thanked him and asked him to call. Once when Holland called he learned that two years ago her father had been night operator at Holbrook and in spending evenings with him she had learned teleg- raphy. One night the bridge caught fire; her father seeing the fire down the track, and thinking perhaps it might be the bridge, went to investigate, leaving his daughter in the office. In crossing the burning bridge to save the train, he was fatally burned. However, some one saw the bridge on fire, ran to tell the operator and she sent this message: “Bridge one mile east on fire. Stop all trains.” — By P. Samuel Pittman, in The Railroad Trainman, THE MASON HOMESTEAD. THE old Mason house stood by itself upon the hill. No one lived there but an old black woman who kept it clean and warned trespassers off the ground. Within sight of the place lived young Martin Mason, to whom people said the house really belonged. It had been his mother’s when she mar- ried Wilton Fanning, but wThat was the woman’s became her husband's when she married, by dint of his craft and cunning,* and when she died her son, Martin, was left in his stepfather’s power. Mr. Fanning has disapproved of Martin from the first. He had not used him kindly, and when at last he whipped him the boy ran away. He went to the nearest farmer and hired out with him; there he was yet. Mr. Fanning had gone to live in Balti- more. He kept the house his wife had brought him shut up, and all the lands lying waste, waiting for the highest bidder. Occasionally, Martin was seen in some of their homes, but without money he could not hold his own; so he had a lonely life of it, and his only comfort was the kindness of Daisy Bareton. Daisy had been to school with Martin and they had been like brother and sister. She was a doctor’s daughter. Though his stepfather was so furious in his chiding, Martin was truthful and can- did; his worst enemy could not think him dissipated. She would have asked him to her home and entertained him among her most valued guests, but her parents forbade. “If the young man had anything in him he would not have remained a common farm hand,” her father said. The truth was that Martin was no genius. He would have made a capital farmer, tilled his lands, and lived comfortably in Digitized by Google

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374 The Railroad Telegrapher. his mother’s home if it had come to him; but he used to say to Daisy that he had no ability for bookkeeping or clerking in a store, and that a city mechanic would have no more right to ask a girl 'who had lived elegantly to marry him than a farm hand would. By degrees he spoke more plainly, and finally it was an acknowledged fact be- tween them that he adored her, though unless a miracle occurred he could never hof)e to win her. To disobey her parents was impossible. ‘‘But, oh!” he used to say, as by degrees the fact that they wer^ lovers, if hapless ones, was acknowledged between them — “oh, Daisy, darling, if I had but that old house of mother’s and the big farm, as I ought, you should see what a home I could make for you. There’s nothing about grain, field or orchard, graperies or flower gardens that I haven’t a feeling for, and I’ve read all there was to read, and listened to all there was to hear about such things. I’d show them what a dairy was. But you should have no toil in kitchen or elsewhere, as most farmers’ wives have; you should be served and wear fine garments, and ride in a pretty carriage, as my mother used to do. Do you know you are like my mother when I first remember her — like as a girl can be to a woman. The same features and the same blue-black hair, and the straight figure and tapeting waist. “There’s a picture in the house yet, I believe, painted when she was a child, that might have been yours when you were a child.” *‘I remember your saying so,” said Daisy, “and I remember your mother. I think you must be right about my re- sembling her.” “Only after she married old Fanning she soon lost her brightness,” Martin said. “He made her cry a great deal; when he whipped me she used to tremble and grow faint. He killed her with cruelty, and he kqovys it. And he holds my father’s lands and keeps them from me.” One Sunday the lovers did a daring thing. Martin bribed the colored woman who guarded the Mason house to let him take Daisy through it. Everyone else in the neighborhood had gone to church; the two young people ran through the wood-lot to the back of the homestead and entered. Old Deb stood watching them. “Marsa say nobody mus’ come in,” she said. “But you ought to come in and stay; you ought to be master here, sure enough. De hoilse wus you ma's ’fore ever she hear ob yo’ step-pa. Jes wish I could take Mars Fanning like I do my little Jim when he don’t ’have hisself, an’ shake him good, an’ tell him ter hand over you’ rightful prop’ty what wus you’ ma’s befo’ you. 1 spec dis is Miss Bareton; I ’member her to de doctor’s.” “Yes, I remember you, Deb,” said Daisy, putting some money into her hand. “I want to see Mrs. Mason’s old house once, but I’d rather you wouldn't talk to any one about my coming here.” “I won’t say a word, Miss,” said Deb, making a curtsey, as she pocketed the sil- ver. “Only nat'ral you should like to see de house. Now Mars Fanning goin’ to sell de land; like as not dey t’ar it down or alter it out ob knowledge. He cornin' down Wednesday to go through it. I jes’ wonder your poor ma don’ rise an* haunt him, de way he’s treatin’ you. Anybody eber tole you, miss, how mighty like Mis’ Mason you done look? I 'member her a gal, an’ you favor her powerful.” “So Mr. Martin tells me,” said Daisy. Then Deb went back to her quarters, and the two lovers wandered through the house together hand in hand, lingering in one room which had been specially Martin’s mother’s, where her work basket stood, and in a deep wardrobe hung her gowns, the violet perfume she was fondest of linger- ing still about them. “Why did my dear mother marry that man?” asked Martin. “We were so happy, and he made us so miserable. Daisy, I do feel sometimes what Deb said in her own way just now, that if the spirits of the departed could return to reproaqh those who had wronged them, Wilton Fanning would some night open his eyes to see my mother’s form beside his bed, to hear her voice asking — ‘Where is my son? What hast thou done to him?’” Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 375 Daisy laid her hand upon his shoulder as he spoke, but she said nothing; and shortly they returned as they had come, by the wood patch to the Doctor’s garden. Daisy was very silent during the walk. She was revolving a plan in her mind, but she did not speak of it to Martin. On Monday she visited old Deb again and held a long consultation with her, and they went up to the late Mrs. Mason’s room and spent an hour there. On Wednesday morning she went there again. It was at 3 o’clock on that day that the train brought Wilton Fanning to the depot. He walked up the long street with a surly face, nodding now and then to people he knew, but stopping to speak with no one. He had never seemed to desire friends, and he knew that much unpleasant com- ment had been made on his treatment of his wife’s son. As Deb opened the door for him he spoke to her without other greeting. “I'm going up to look through the house. I may take a few things. Then I’ll have t an auction, sell carpets on the floors and linen in the presses. You’ll sweep and dust it well, and keep your own stuff in the kitchen until the new owner takes pos- session— I’ve found a buyer, hear?” “I hears, marsa,” said Deb. “And I shall be glad to go. Dis place skeers me, marsa. I sees and hears skeerful things, I does, indeed.” “Thieves?” asked Fanning. “No, sah, haunts,” said Deb, rolling her eyes, “real haunts, marsa, sure as I live." “Bah !” cried the man ; “there are no such things.” But he felt a strange creeping and thrill- ing of the flesh as he walked through the darkened house. In the parlor he paused to set aside a few books and some bric-a- brac, which he locked in a fireplace closet; then, after a peep into other rooms, he entered that which had been his wife’s. An odor of violets startled him. Could perfume linger so long about a place? he asked himself. He entered and looked about him, and thought of her in her beauty, when they were first wed. “Poor Alice, but for that boy we would never have had trouble,” he said. It was a strange thing for him to be softened, but he was; a tear actually rose to his eye, and at this moment he heard the rustle of silk, and turning saw that the door of the w^rdrjbe behind him haj) opened, wife’s spirit. Why are you here? “To demand justice for my son,” came the whisper.*' This hi *• ;e, this land, should be his. If you do not restore them, I shall come every night to your bedside to re- proach you with your treachery. You have plenty, give my boy what is his or beware my \engeance!” The voice ceased. By this time Mr. Fanning had slipped from the chair to his knees. “I promise — I solemnly promise !” he gasped with chattering teeth. “Martin shall have the house. I will go to the lawyer at once and make out the papers, only, for Heaven’s sake, don’t haunt me.” “Keep your promise and you shall see me no more,” said the specter. And the door of the wardrobe closed upon it. Ten minutes later, as Mr. Fanning was driving furiously to the depot Daisy and Dinah Deb folded away a lilac silk gown and other articles of wedding attire in the drawers of an old bureau. “You sartinly did look jess like Master Martin’s mother,” said the old woman. “And you scared the old gentleman mighty bad. Guess you fix him about de property.” Not long after the village was aston- ished by the news that Wilton Fanning had made his stepson’s property over to him at last, and as there was no longer any excuse for Dr. Barton to refuse his daughter’s hand to Martin Mason, they were one day married. But Daisy has never yet told even her husband how the miracle was worked. — Jour, of Agriculture. Digitized by Google

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376 The Railroad Telegrapher. FITZGERALD’S REFORMATION. UI T would take an Irishman to turn I that trick!” “What’s the Irish been doin’ now ?” The huge form of Dennis Riordan drew into the circle of yellow lamplight. Jack White, foreman of the bridge gang, repeated his tale. “Tramp — long, thin, handsome beggar, though — spots the camp goin’ through on No. 7. She comes down the cut at a pretty good clip, too; so he bends over, plugs the airbrake couplin’ with his penknife, and while the boys gather around to cuss their luck, he's lyin’ in the ditch. Train pulls out, tramp comes in, smilin’ — regular ragged hero in show — works her ladyship for supper.” Riordan's pipe remained unlighted. An Irishman. Something warm and intoxicating puls- ated around his heart. He slipped out of the commissary and into the frosty night. At the boarding-house Mrs. Wilson, bet- ter known as “Her Ladyship,” was nag- ging at the careless youth whom she had set at the task of clearing away the re- mains of the supper. In reply to his question she actually smiled. “The young chap that got his supper here? He’s a gentleman, that’s what he is. He put them ill-mannered Swedes to shame, eatin’ with his fork, and fairly bowin’ when I passed him the sugar. I told him to take Jim Fogg’s bunk for the night, and there’ll be no back talk from the boys, either. The Lord knows, some of ’em is more fittin' to be a tramp than that boy,” when she once more turned her attention to the shuffling lad-of-all-work. Riordan made his escape across the narrow alley to the bunk-house. He paused in the doorway, gazing through the dim, uncertain light at the long, slim figure stretched out on the second bunk to the right. The blast of keen night air struck the recumbent figure and the man stirred. Dennis Riordan, master mechanic of the Williamantic Short Cut, closed the door and sat down on the edge of the bunk. “What county?” he asked eagerly. The young fellow blinked up into the face, grown suddenly kind, and replied, “County Mayo.” “Forgot your name?” A bitter smile curved the newcomer’s lips. “Wish I could. It was Fitzgerald — Arthur Hugh Fitzgerald — in the old days.” Riordan almost dropped his pipe. “Fitzgerald of Glenragen House? My old mother, her mother before her, was a girl on that estate. Thought your grand- mother w'as the finest lady that ever wore silk.” Young Fitzgerald glanced with a quiz- zical smile from the decently clothed, square-shouldered master mechanic to his own gaunt, taller figure. “Families must have sort of changed places, eh?” Riordan did not smile in reply. His face turned stern. The honor of the highest name in his boyhood’s memory was in danger. “What’s a Fitzerald of Glenragen doin’ on the road? What’s back of it? That's what I want to know.” Fitzgerald shrugged his shoulder. “Well, if you must know, a girl, a horse that didn’t live up to his pedigree — and — ” Riordan knocked the ashes from his pipe with a rough gesture. “I know the rest — whisky. Where are you bound for?” “No place in particular. As the train came around the" bend the camp lights looked sort of good to a hungry man in an empty freight car. So I stopped off.” The young chap chuckled as if recalling the objurgations of the delayed train crew. “Want to stay?” “Any particular attractions?” was the easy response. “Fifty-five a month to fire a steam shovel till you brace up. Then we’ll see what’s next. There's always something open in railroading for a gentleman.” There was an obvious note of pride in Riordan’s voice. A queer, choking sensa- tion came into the wanderer’s throat. He had been kicked off a freight car only the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 377 day before. He sat up straight and grasped Riordan’s hand. “I say, old chap, you're awfully good. I’ll stay, by Jove, and see that you don't regret it, either.” Riordan looked at his new employe with eyes that were suddenly dim. “Come off, lad. It’s you that's needed by Dennis Riordan. I've had a lonesome enough time here with the bloomin’ lot of foreigners and niggers. Shoulder to shoulder, a Fitzgerald and a Riordan '11 be a hard combination to break.” Half an hour later the twain marched into the commissary, Riordan looking more massive, more awkward, slender, easy, de- bonnair, and secretly amused at the thought of having for his financial sponsor in this new baptism of clothes and fresh linen, the boy who had been born in a thatched cottage of the Glenragen estate, and whose proudest social boast was that his elder sister had been cook to a New York rail- way magnate for fourteen years' running. Not a man in the crowd lounging in the commissary dared to pass a remark. Part of their respect was due to Riordan's readi- ness with both tongue and fist, part to the fact that he stood high with the officials of the Williamantic Short Cut. They backed their faith in the Irishman by a liberal salary. A few commonplace civilities as Fitz- gerald made his purchases, and for a few moments after the pair vanished once more into the night, the group round the stove was silent. Then some one guffawed loudly : “By heavens, the M. M. has taken a kid to raise. White, you’ll want to tell that pretty sister-in-law of yourn. I'm afraid the M. M. won't have time to make no social calls now.” Jack White frowned. “I reckon it'll be just as well to keep my wife’s sister's name out this conversation. If Riordan’s makin’ sheep’s eyes at her, it ain't by my wishes.” But when White had slouched off in the direction of the cabins occupied by the married foremen and their families, the tongue of masculine gossip swung back to the one romance of which the camp could boast, Riordan’s vei^ obvious attentions to Jennie Morris. The others had long since given up all idea of competing with the M. M., as he was dubbed in the camp. For when the shows came to Boone, ten miles down the line, or the Knights of Labor gave a dance at Miggsville, fifteen miles the other way, no one but Riordan had the power to order out a switch engine, and bundling his lady-love safely into the cab, steam away with her to the scene of the festivities. • Of course, it was argued, these attentions migfit impress dainty Miss Morris very little. She was from Indianapolis, where shows were plentiful and dances nightly. If she freely accepted' Riordan’s awkward attempts to brighten her winter with her peevish sister, there was no sign that she had any intention of joining the list of those who lived on “Married row.” As far Jack White, he was sincere in saying that he did not encourage the love dream of the M. M. His sister-in-law was a marked improvement on his wife. If keeping this household treasure was merely a matter of discouraging suitors, desirable or otherwise, he was quite ready to work overtime in this direction. Therefore it was Jack White who en- couraged Riordan’s dog-like devotion to the youngest son of the house of Fitz- gerald. Not that Riordan needed encour- agement, however. Under his rough ex- terior was a heart which simply spouted sentiment instead of common blood cor- puscles. He had missed his mother, com- fortably established in one of New York’s west side tenements, his sister who clung tenacious to the kitchen of her first em- ployer, even when her bank account hinted at retirement, and his brother, who pa- trolled a certain most disreputable section of the mighty metropolis. With the com- ing of Jennie Morris, the separation from his own kind had grown less poignant. With the coming of Fitzgerald his content- ment was well-nigh perfect. At first he watched the young fellow with anxious eye, and kept a sharp lookout for anything which resembled a flask. But the anxiety was groundless. For the first time in years, Fitzgerald felt stirring within Digitized by Google

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378 The Railroad Telegrapher. him a strong sense of honor. The M. M., whose mother had been a peasant girl on his father's estate, had asked nothing in return for a wealth of devotion and faith, save that he ‘‘make good" with the^ com- pany. And make good he would. So, while the giant steam shovel creaked and belched forth clouds of steam, the young chap fed his hungry maw. His arms ached, but his eyes laughed. And most of all they laughed when Riordan made his daily rounds and tried in vain to keep a certain air of deference out of his conversation with the fireman, who, overalls, sweater, and all, was still a Fitz- gerald of Glenragen House, County Mayo. Riordan had a cabin built hastily in “Married row," and set up housekeeping for himself and Fitzgerald, with a wide- eyed and even-tempered darky as valet and cook. Each meal Riordan beamed across the oil-covered table at his debonnair vis- a-vis. He learned to eat with his fork and was happy. Another change visible to the naked, unblushing curiosity of the camp was Rior- dan's gradual withdrawal from the race for Jennie Morris’ affections. It was Riordan who ordered out the engine for the trips to Miggsville and Boone, but it was not Riordan who rode by her side in the cab. It. was Fitzgerald. The older man would have it so. This was far from pleasing to Jack White. The M. M. with his stolid decency was bad enough, but this young rake from Ireland was more than White could stand. At last he went to Riordan, and came out badly worsted in the argument. Rior- dan had staked his life on Fitzgerald’s honor, and that was all there was to it. As for pretty Miss Jennie, neither her brother, Riordan, nor Fitzgerald, knew how she felt or whether she cared. So came the first breath of spring, and with it a new significance to the intimacy between Jennie and Fitzgerald. The camp watched curiously. The girl seemed quiet and depressed. Fitzgerald was by fits sul- len and restless. Riordan, with a troubled look in his eyes, that the whole camp might read, fretted over them both. Fitzgerald had kept his word like a man. He had let cards and whisky alone. Riordan gloated over this like a mother over a newly de- veloped sturdiness in her first-born, yet he felt that something was lacking. With the reformation had not come contentment. There were nights when Fitzgerald would disappear, not in the direction of Jack White’s cabin. And when he came back, clear-eyed and quiet, * Riordan secretly fumed, yet dared not speak. Then came the night when Riordan watched, white-lipped, far into the cool, white shadowy of morning, and Fitzgerald returned to throw himself heavily, silently, upon his cot. Riordan could stand it no longer. He sat ’down on the edge of the bed. “I’m thinkin’, Arthur,' we’d best be goin’ down the line next week and see the super- intendent. There’ll be openings better than this durin’ the spring, and it’s time you went up higher. A construction camp’s no place for a gentleman.” Fitzgerald sat up suddenly. “That’s it, old chap. I’ve worn the place out. Do you think the old man will give me something further down the line — nearer to civilization? I’ve got to get out of this, don’t you see?” Riordan looked at the young fellow, sit- ting with his hands tightly clasped between his knees, his eyes fixed moodily on the rough planks of the flooring. Like a white flame, the truth seemed to leap before his eyes. If it was just himself who stood in the way — if it was love that Fitzgerald needed to guide him to peace in the straight and narrow path, why should he, Dennis Riordan, stand in the way? At last he rose, and as the first rosy beams of daylight pierced their single win- dow, stood at his full height before the younger man. “Arthur, there’s somethin’ between me and you — I can feel it. It’s about Jennie Morris. 1 here was nothin’ passed between us, Arthur, nothin’. No promises. She never showed me by word or look that she cared for me. If you love her, Arthur, there ain’t a thing standin’ in your way. Don’t you let no foolish idea of gratitude to me spoil things. My foolish dream about Jennie been a dead one these, six Digitized by v^ooQte

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 379 months, my boy. She’s for a gentleman — the likes of you, not for me.” Fitzgerald listened to these words like one in a dream, and when Riordan finished, sprang up with an oath. “Stop that d — n nonsense. To h — 1 with the girl — ” What was coming next Riordan did not wait to hear. He drew himself up until the room seemed to shrink and dwindle^ His stern, set fart was close to Fitzgerald’s. But he was not looking into the latter’s moody eyes, nor did he see the haggard lines in the face he had learned to love. He saw only, as in a .vision, the tired, grieved expression on Jennie’s face. “You’ll marry her, Arthur, by God, you’ll not break her heart and mine. I’ve loved you, as God is my witness, as never father loved son. I’ve staked my honor on yours, and you've got to make good.” Fitzgerald seated himself on the corner of the table with an assumption of his old carelessness. “Just as you say, Riordan. Only I think it’s hard on the girl. A disinherited younger son, with a record none too nice at 23; but if you like — ” “I do like. You’ll marry her Easter Monday, when Father Murphy will be cornin’ to camp.” Fitzgerald glanced out of the window. The sky was rosy. A whistle blew far up the cut. “All right, old man. Perhaps you’ll fix it up with the White's for me. I don’t think they will exactly approve of me as a brother-in-law. And while you’re about it, you might put the case to Jennie.” And he was gone, leaving Riordan to stare after him with unseeing eyes. With a sodden heart Riordan pursued his daily routine, and late in the afternoon made his way to the White cottage. The first John Allen did not plead more elo- quently than this rough master mechanic. Jennie heard him quietly to the end. She raised her eyes to his honest face. “And it would make you very happy?” “Very happy,” answered Riordan, bend- ing with a grace which, if not courtly, was at least sincere, and kissing her hand. Then, without another word, he walked away, leaving her alone in the living-room, with its homely attempt at decoration and its echo of a baby’s fretful cry from the rear apartment. ****** When Riordan came to the cabin Easter eve, he found Fitzgerald hurrying into his best clothes. “I’m going down the line. Don’t worry I’ll be on hand tomorrow night, all right. I’ve got to get a ring and some flowers for the bride, you know.” “If it’s flowers you’ll be gettin’ make it them tall white lilies, they use ini the church Easter Sunday — that is, if they keep them in Boone. Need any money?” Fitzgerald shook his head, and reached for his hat. “Well, I’m off, old man. See you tomor- row night.” The morrow was dull indeed for Dennis Riordan. The only suggestion of Easter lay in the vile egg-nog brewed at the saloon. There were no duties to distract his mind; no inattentive engine men upon whom he could vent his vague irritability. He spent most of the afternoon within doors brood- ing. Torn by love of the girl and love for the boy, writhing under the sacrifice, and yet eager to see Jennie happy with the man she loved, it seemed to him that con- tending emotions must choke him and leave him prostrate. When he heard the whistle, faint but clear, he sprang to his feet with a cry of; relief. It was No. 7, the same train that had first brought Fitzgerald into the camp. He stood in the doorway, watch- ing for the lithe, graceful figure to emerge from the gloom, but instead he heard meas- ured, careful tramp of feet. And so they brought Fitzgerald in and laid him, mangled, but still conscious, on the cot. Riordan, swaying, leaned over the pitifully crushed figure. Fumes he knew, rose and struck him full in the face. Fitz- gerald stirred and opened his eyes. “It’s all right, old man ; they say it’ll be over before I feel the pain. I had to take an — other fling! I was going mad here — mad ! The deadly sameness of it — that’s wrhat drove me from college — from home — from Ireland. Change! change!” Digitized by Google

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380 The Railroad Riordan gave a great cry that made the quiet group standing in the shadow, shud- der, and a slender, girlish figure leaning against the outside of the door shivered and clutched for support. Fitzgerald reached out a hand gropingly, and died with Riordan’s tears falling, like a last blessing, on his lips, which turned strong and noble in death. * * ; * * * * She stood by Riordan’s side. Her arms were full of flowers — a motley collection, but the best Fitzgerald had been able to pick up during his sober hours in Boone. ‘'They were to be our wedding flowers,” she said quietly, as Riordan took them from her hand and arranged them tenderly. He seemed unwilling that ’anyone’ else should touch the quiet form. “They were found near the spot — where — he slipped.” Still Riordan did not speak. He sat down again, his eyes fixed on the calm face from which every trace of unrest and dissipation had faded. “How you loved him!” And there was a trace of bittepness in her voice. “So well that you’d have sacrificed me to his wel- fare— even me.” Riordan turned toward her sharply. “Jennie, you don’t mean — ” “Yes, I would have saved him — for — your sake, if I could, but it wasn’t my work nor yours, dear. It was beyond us both. Now he understands it all — what manner of love was yours.” Riordan had risen, and now he held both of her hands fast in his. “I thought — God help me — Jennie, girl, I did it for the best.” "You thought?” she asked, wonderingly. “That you loved him. You’d an education and gentle manners, and he was a gentle- man— while I — ” “Dennis Riordan, only the angels in heaven know what you really are.” — By VV. W. Hines, in Evansville (Ind.) Journal News. It takes three-tenths of a second for a signal to pass over the 2,700 miles of an Atlantic cable. Telegrapher. CALLING AID BY WIRELE88. THERE have teen frequent discus- sions between the executives of various commercial wireless com- panies and among members of the rank and file of the operating staff as to the best method of getting assistance in time of emergency at sea. The following method is conceded to be the most practical and to give the best results: After the wireless operator has been ordered by the ship’s commander, who is the sole judge of the emergency, to send out the distress signal, the “C. Q. D.” or “S. O. S.” call should be sent several times. Either of these calls is recognized by wire- less operators the world over as meaning “Stand by; important stuff coming.” Then send out the ship’s position in latitude and longitude, followed by the ship’s letter call and the name of the vessel. Repeat the latitude and longitude after every four or five calls of the “C. Q. D.” or “S. O. S.” until in communication with an answering station. When this is obtained the opera- tor should send, in as few words as pos- sible, the exact condition of the ship and any directions the commander may see fit to give. Various theories in regard to the most effective way of bringing aid to a ship in distress have been upheld by experts. One of the best of these is as follows: Upon receiving the distress call, all commercial or private business is to be immediately suspended. The station which first an- swers the distress call, whether it is on shipboard or on shore, should immediately notify all other stations within range of communication to be on the alert pending the fixing of a controlling station. The object of this is to obtain a maximum of efficiency. When the ship in distress has full use of its normal power it is obvious that it should be the controlling station. Its oper- ator under these conditions is in a position to handle the situation with the greatest dispatch and all other stations should care- fully follow his directions and only answer when called. Under the direction of his captain the operator can then bring to his ship's assistance, if possible, one of the ves- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 381 sels of the same line. This is advisable, all other conditions being equal, because of the great saving to the ship’s owners in sal- vage. Another reason why it is best for the ship in distress to be in control is that its operator, knowing exactly what is hap- pening and just how urgent are his needs, will be able to bring that ship alongside which is speediest or has the shortest dis- tance to travel. When the ship sending out the distress call has lost its normal power owing to damage to the engine room, or to the stor- age batteries, the logical plan is to fix as a controlling station a ship or shore station which can communicate with the vessel in distress with the greatest facility. When this is done much depends on other opera- tors maintaining a rigid observance of the orders sent out by the controlling station. Should the accident occur near a shore station or at a point where communication with such station is easy the land station should be in control. Its operator can best handle the wireless situation and by using his land wire lines he can handle the busi- ness occasioned by the accident without interfering with the work of rescue. This means that he can keep the owners of the ship informed of what is happening and answer inquiries of friends of passengers on board and handle newspaper messages without interrupting the wireless control. These rules may have to be varied to fit each emergency. The operator must use his best judgment and skill in each case. — Wireless News . A LOCOMOTIVE’S SUICIDE. «T SAW one of those electric machines I glidin’ along the other day,” said ** the tall engineer, according to the New York Press, “an’ though she seemed to be doin’ her work well, she didn’t ap- pear to get up the enthusiasm that a real, live, breathin’ locomotive does in chewin’ up ,the miles. “I have always kept a fond memory for every locomotive I’ve run, ’n’ I don’t think I'm stretchin’ a point in sayin’ that I think they have a fond feelin’ for me, although a good many of 'em are in the happy hunt- ing grounds for locomotives. I always used ’em kind ’n’ never worked ’em hard- er’n I really had to, *n’ they in turn appre- ciated my efforts ’n’ if it was necessary to get down to brass tacks in order to make a certain point at such a time with a par- ticularly heavy train, why they’d be on their toes for me in a minute, ’n’ usually we arrived on time. “But these electrical things are aesthetic. You’d never catch me murmurin’ soft words of comfort to one of them. I don’t know as I ever got more attached to any engine than I did to old 317 some years back. She and I did some great work on trains 13 and 14, both cornin’ *n’ goin’. As time wore on, however, travel and traffic got so heavy that 317 couldn’t steam fast enough to do the work, ’n’ though I worked over her ’n’ kept a sharp watch of her flues, etc., the game got too swift for her. Her spirit was willin’, but her flesh was weak. “I tried to steel myself to what I knew was cornin’. I was certain the master mechanic would soon be askin’ for waivers on her from some yardmaster 'n' put her to switchin’ or haulin’ a dirt train in the chain gang. It sure made me feel bad. “Just as had figured it out, one day I saw a new locomotive standin’ at the ash pit. She looked so big ’n’ high that I thought they ought to have elevators for the engineer ’n’ fireman to go up ’n’ down on, ’n’ her tank looked as if it ought to be fitted with fire escapes. Well, sir, that very day I met Mr. McCracken, the master mechanic. ‘Portly,’ he says, T’m goin’ to give you the new engine, the 2588, for 13 and 14. It’s back to the bush leagues lor 317. I’m goin’ to put her switchin’ up in Hampton yards.’ “ ‘Gee,’ I says, Seems to me as if I’d been runnin’ that engine since Methuselah’s mother was a baby ’n’ I hate to give her up.’ “ ‘So the next day Murphy ’n’ I reported on the 2588. ‘I guess they had to make the tank so big so they could get the number all on,’ was Murphy’s comment as he looked her over. “The 2588 sure was a bright, smart loco- motive. There was no gettin* away from that fact. She could pick up that heavy Western Express as easy as an elephant would lift a peanut. Of course, I was blue Digitized by Google

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382 The Railroad Teli'grapher. thinkin’ about poor old 317, but I knew I had to get over my softheartedness, V in a week or so I begun to feel better about it. “Not so with my late lamented locomo- tive, however. Every day I’d see her list- lessly shuntin’ coal dumps aroun’ Hampton yards, actin’ just like a prisoner doin’ a life term. Sometimes she’d take hold of a string of cars ’n’ make no effort to start them at all, ’n’ if Bill Rannigan, who was runnin’ her, would drop her down in the corner, givin’ her the whip, as it were, she’d slip ’n’ slide ’n’ whir her wheels aroun’ just like a peevish old woman. “Bill said he guessed she was sufferin’ frum tuberculosis of the firebox. But say not sich to me. I knew she was pinin’ away from a broken heart languishin’ for me ’n’ the high life of the fast express. I got so when I’d go by Hampton yards, I’d give her a good-day salute on the whistle, a sort of ‘What’s the good word?’ greetin’. It was a weak response I got in reply when Bill Yannigan yanked her whistle cord. “Things went from bad to worse with 317. Her engine crew didn’t make any effort to keep her lookin’ neat ’n’ she com- menced to take on a grayish color. It broke me up to see her dejected appearance that I almost made up my mind to ask for the Hampton yard switcher, ’n’ I believe I would if I hadn’t had my residence at the other end of the line. “I was diggin’ along through Hampton yards a little late with the 2588 one morn- in’. I saw 317 slouchin’ along light on the next sidin' to the main track that I was on. I gave a short, sharp whistle, ’cause I was makin’ haste. As I did that 317 fairly leaped ahead ’n’ started a headlong rush down to where the sidin’ converged onto the main track. I could see Bill Yannigan almost sweatin’ blood tryin* to reverse her, with no success, ’n’ finally he ’n’ his fire- man took it on a jump into a pile of dirt the other side of her. “It was plain to me that 317 was bent on cornin’ out onto the main track where the sidin’ converged ’n’ that I would give her an awful wallop. I didn’t dare slow up for fear we’d get damaged ourselves. If I kept right on with the throttle wide open we’d brush the light engine out of our way. I shut my eyes with a kind of ‘this-hurts-me- more-than-it-does-you’ feelin'. There was a crash, ’n’ it was all over. The 317 landed way out in the lot, 'n’ she never was good for anything but the sctep heap. “Now, you can’t tell me but that that highstrung locomotive didn’t just deliber- ately commit suicide. Bill Yannigan told me she’d been actin’ more despondent than ever all that mornin’, ’n’ after I gave that short, sharp whistle he couldn’t reverse her at all, she goin’ right along with the bit in her teeth. It grieved me some, ’cause I thought mebbe if I had given her the usual cheery whistle instead of the abrupt greet- ing she might have hung on for awhile. Anyway, I have her bell decked with rib- bons ’n* hangin’ in my parlor. Now, do you think one of those listless, electric, not quite locomotives could show as much emo- tion as that? Not in a million years.” ONE OF THE FIRST FARMERS' UNIONS. FORTY years ago a certain Ohio village was, to the surrounding farmers, a great market, as it was situated at the junction of two main pikes, one running east and west, the other north and south, though now two great railway lines cover them and have made the place a large town, with aspirations for the more dignified designation of a city. Near that village our sire raised his seven sturdy sons and two comely daughters, one of whom has seen her husband fill a gubernatorial chair and a brother a seat as Congressman. Neither the town’s location nor naqie is material to our service. Recollections, how- ever, are stirred by an old minute book which goes back to the place and sends con- sideration to the American Society of Equity, and the necessity and wisdom of farmers and their allied interests in firmly uniting in a unity that will give them higher and more profitable returns for their prod- ucts. This little book of six quires is now an heirloom, which money can not buy or persuasion obtain its loan. As to what it records appears in the handwriting of our sire as secretary of a small society which held monthly meetings on the last night of Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 383 each month, unless it was Sabbath night, when the one just preceding became regular. Late fall, winter and early spring found the society meeting in the old home's din- ing room with its great fireplace, into which the boys rolled huge logs for fuel, but in other seasons the big barn or the nearby orchard furnished the place of assembly. Our sire was undoubtedly given the secretaryship because of his strict hon- esty, sterling integrity and well-acquired education, for though a farmer in fact, he often “supplied" the village and many a neighboring pulpit when the regular “cir- cuit rider" had engagements elsewhere. Unique and original are the minutes ap- pearing in this heirloom. On the first fly- leaf of the book appears the information that the society was formed “to protect the farmers of the country from pests of man and beast and insect and other elements liable to bring misfortune to the members, as farmers and citizens, destruction to their crops, houses and farm products and at- tachments, and to enable members to obtain a fair and more reasonable profit from and larger sale of their productions, and in general to secure every possible advantage that will make farming less burdensome and costly." The secretary seems not to have regarded the society as a fraternal organization, as brotherhood titles appear not in his minutes; instead it was “Farmer” Owens, “Farmer” Dickson, or “Farmer" Danser that was invariably recognized. “Farmer" Danser' presented a resolution that “no member em- ploy any hand that will not buy from merchants selling the products of members of this society,” and the minutes say, “President Deane suggested the society should keep a list of names of all merchants and others buying or selling butter, eggs, hogs, chickens and turkeys and .farm and garden stuff from farmers not members of this society, so that we may know who our friends are,” and only from the simple word “adopted" can we infer that both resolution and suggestion received unani- mous approval. So much for the history of what was, with a slight change, “The Kinnickinnie Farmers’ Monthly Meeting Society." It is interesting to note that this small society was casting shapes and shadows for the farmers of today. What was necessary then is certainly more necessary now. For the present-day farmers need the strongest possible organization that will make them free “from elements liable to bring mis- fortune" upon them, as farmers and citi- zens, and “destruction to their crops, farm products and attachments," and to secure them “every possible advantage that will make farming less burdensome and costly." For it must be admitted that they are still far from being masters over the growths that nature gives them to cultivate and produce a living for them. The log hut is almost a relic of the clear- ing, the ox a recollection of slow brute force, field implements of rough hewn wood remainders and reminders of weary toil. Spinning wheels, curios and high-post bedsteads, “antique" furniture, but high in price. The rag carpet still serves the bed rooms, ingrains look well in “front rooms," and the table seldom lacks for the things which gave it pristine fame. But what farmer, however great or small, or many or few his lauded possessions, is satisfied to see the spirit of the age, with its enter- prise and ambition, holding him down to the homely life and living of the past, with its hardships of toil, few and poor ad- vantages for successful farming and meager facilities for acquiring education, knowl- edge and information, especially while population from foreign lands is thickly settling around him, throwing field, farm and garden values upon markets at prices that pull the very strings of pinching pov- erty's purse. Rather let me believe the progressive farmer provides himself a com- fortable, inviting home, with modern con- veniences, sells not to those who gamble over his productions and pay him the small end of profit, nor to the merchant who patronizes the gamblers in preference to him. The consumer looks, it is true, to the farmer for all of the necessaries of life, but not to him for its conveniences, and he should not forget that the manufacturer, who is fair to labor and enables by the pay- ment of living wages, the laborer, skilled and unskilled, to increase his purchasing Digitized by Google

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384 . The Railroad Telegrapher. power instead of limiting it, and every farmer knows that the laboring man is, as we insist, the greatest of consumers. Every person is a consumer, the million- aire the least, the laboring man the greatest and the farmer a small part of the great multitude. The strength of the wage earn- ers lies in their organization, and herein are they enabled to prevent the inequality of profit-producing returns. It certainly will be admitted the farmer will never control foodstuffs if he act not with those who contend for a more equitable return from what he cultivates, produces and places upon the market, and from what is manu- factured, constructed and made saleable. He is by nature’s favor the original, but not the independent, seller. Neither he nor the manufacturer can do without the markets, and both must submit to competition, which has no master but many commanders. One of the latter the farmer can always be if he act with those who endeavor to make competition less ruinous and more profit- able, which is the true aim and purpose of all labor unions. — By Robert Burton Bruce, in The Equity Farm Journal. DEEDS OF HEROISM. tt\7 ES," said an engineer, one of the | group of six who were telling of their experiences. “I have known several exhibitions of nerve that have a right to be Hassed among the heroic. One occurred about twelve years ago, on the Pennsylvania lines west of Pittsburg. Sam Galloway was one of the best engineers that ever drove an engine over any road. He not only knew all about an engine, and how to handle it, but he was perfectly cool and collected under all circumstances. “He was hauling a fast train and had left Pittsburg more than an hour late, with orders to make it up. It was in the spring of the year, just as the ground began to thaw. He was going at a fifty-mile gait rounding the base of a hill — on one side was the hill and the other a creek, some forty feet below — when he saw a great rock, which would weigh more than a ton, suddenly fall on the track a short distance ahead of him. His first impulse was to apply the brakes, but there would not be time to stop, and to hit the rock seemed certain to topple engine and train into the creek. “Instead of reversing he pulled her open another notch or two, the train fairly jump- ing forward as it felt the increase of power. He struck the rock under full headway, drove it from the track, rolling it down the side into the creek, while the engine and train fairly leaped over the broken rails. The blow was terrific and jolted passengers from their berths in the sleeping cars, but they were saved by the quickness of Sam and his nerve." Another hero in overalls recalled an inci- dent of nerve. “It was on what is now known as the Monon Route," he said. “It was in the early days of railroading out there when the engine of one of the trains was derailed, turning over on its side. The engineer’s foot was caught between the tender and the engine foothold. The scald- ing steam and water were slowly roasting him to death, while the trainmen were en- deavoring to release him. The only way was to cut his foot off at the instep, and the only tools were a cold chisel and a ham- mer. He insisted that it should be done, and while the conductor was using these rude tools the brave engineer encouraged him. Strange to say, he recovered and lived many years afterward, still running his engine." “Well, boys," said an engineer who had been running on the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad for thirty-two years, “I have per- haps been fortunate, and have never had what you would call any peculiar experi- ences. I never touch a drop of liquor under any circumstances, yet I feel sure that if my train should meet with a bad accident and a number of lives were lost some newspaper reporter, and probably the general public, would try to lay the bjame on me, and say that I was drunk. That is one of the things with which railroad men have to contend. The public has the idea that we are a set of rough, hardened men, who care little for life. An engineer knows that his life is in danger, and if he did not think anything of the passengers he is not going to take any risk that he can avoid. If an accident does happen, his first thought Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 385 is to protect his train, if there is likelihood of another train coming in either direction. It is not so much thought of himself or the lives of his passengers as it is of his duty.” An old engineer of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad said: “I had a thrilling experi- ence once. We had just left a small town in Ohio and were going at a good rate of speed, when I noticed several children play- ing near the track about sixty feet ahead. I blew the whistle several times and the children scampered away, all except a little girl, who seemed to be fascinated by the onrushing train. I put on the brakes, but saw that she would be run down unless something were done at once. Letting go of the throttle, I reached down, and, lean- ing far over, caught the child up by the hair. I swung her up beside me, and at the stopping of the train set her down with the bidding to run along home.” Barney Oldfield, thfe famous automobile driver, once gave a locomotive engineer a nervous moment out in Indiana. Oldfield was out for a road record, and was tearing down the road like mad toward a railroad crossing. He saw a train coming, but he figured that he could get across the tracks a moment ahead of its arrival. Too late he saw that the train would reach there the moment he did and that he was in dan- ger of losing his life. His machine and the locomotive met, but at exactly the right moment he turned in the direction the train was going, ran up over the cowcatcher, across the path of the train and to safety in a ditch on the other side of the track. The train went on without even slowing up. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. Geo. P. Hoag. C. H. Hyde. D. Boward. O. R. T. GROUP— WESTERN MARYLAND RY.— PEARRE, MD. A. M. Groetsch. F. H. Owen. C. E. White. W. R. Taylor. O. R. T. GROUP— C. B. & Q. RY.— STODDARD WIS. Digitized by

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, The Three Fates. Up in the cave of the wind. Bent and crabbed with their years, In endless chatter they sit. Old Distaff, Spindle and Shears. And they heard a mother’s song Go by them on the breeze. As she hushed her pretty babe To slumber on her knees. “Oh, you shall be great and proud. You shall be strong and fleet, And fame for your call will come And Captive love to your feet “And life for you shall be long. Full of your heart’s desire" — She sang as she rocked her babe Beside the golden fire. Up in the cave of the wind, Bent and crabbed with their years. In mocking laughter they sit, Old Distaff, Spindle and Shears. — Dora Sigerson Shorter, in The Bookman. Indirection. Fair are the flowers and the children, but their subtle suggestion is fairer; Rare is the rosebud cf dawn, but the secret that clasps it is rarer; Sweet the exultance of song, but the strain that precedes it is sweeter; And never was poem yet writ, but the meaning outmastered the meter. Never a daisy that grows, but a mystery guideth the growing; Never a river that ws, hut a majesty scepters the flowing; Never a Shakespeare that soared, but a stronger than he did enfold him, Nor ever a prophet foretells, but a mightier seer hath foretold him. Back of the canvas that throbs the painter is hinted and hidden; Into the statue that breathes the soul of the sculptor is bitfden; | Under the joy that is felt lie the infinite issues of feeling; Crowning the glory revealed is the story that crowns the revealing. Great are the symbols of being, but that which is symboled is greater; Vast the create and beheld, but vaster the inward creator ; Back of the sound broods the silence, back of the gift stands the giving; Back of the hand that receives thrill the sensitive nerves of receiving. Space is as nothing to spirit, the deed is out- done by the doing; The heart of the wooer is warm, but warmer the heart of the wooing; And up from the pits where these shiver, and up from the heights where those shine, Twin voices and shadows swim starward, and the essence of life is divine. — Richard Realf. Modern Life. Through the green fields interurbans are streak- ing; aeroplanes soar in the clouds overhead; Farmers burn gas and get steak through the mail- man; thanks to the autos our turkeys are dead; Onions are selling at 5 cents per onion; clothing is woolen in nothing but name; For the rules of life’s game have been who’ly re modeled, and we are not players, but pawns in the game. Somebody kick us — it makes us so happy; feed us on flour of corncobs and clay; Build us a house of tar paper and shingles the breeze of springtime will carry away. Teach us to live in a modern apartment surrounded by refuse and smoke of the town, In rooms so contracted a terrier puppy in wagging his tail must wag straight up and down. Give us coal tar in our regular diet; furnish us shoes made of paper and glue; Teach us to glory in cheap imitations of every- thing good that our forefathers knew; Show us a scheme to get other folks’ money — how to get rich from their store as they doze; Teach us to eat eggs and case-hardened chickens the warehouses during the civil war froze, For rules of life’s game have changed since we were children; we must learn the rules, for there’s not one the same. Though we who once played in the game play no longer — we’re just little movable pawns in the game. — Galveston Nezvs. Digitized by Google

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388 The Railroad Telegrapher. Growing Up. When May and I were nine and ten We shared our every grief and joy — Played, quarreled, made it up again. As if she, too, had been a boy. But when we reached fourteen or so, I seldom let her join my play. “You’re nothing but a girl, you know,*’ With frank contempt, I used to say. The years went by. At seventeen, The girl was older far than I — She laughed at me with scorn serene, For I was just a kiddie shy. But, when we came to twenty-three, I more than settled all arrears — She then had due respect for me, And quite ignored our equal years. And Time, the obdurate to men, Can spare his scythe, it seems, at will, My little son is almost ten, While May is three and twenty, still. — Cleveland Plain Dealer. A Mystery Solved. I’ve often heard, and thought absurd, The railroad man’s excuse. When he’d report that cars were short And none at hand for use. He’d look so mad, and feel so bad, And offer me cigars, But, sad to state, not move my freight — He hadn’t any cars. When cars I sought, I often thought It’s funny where they are — That in a year they’d disappear And never leave a scar. I made resolve the thing I’d solve, This railroad mystery — This massive brain should ascertain Where all the cars could be. And, friends, I’ve won; I’ve gone and done The thing I said I’d do: I’ve found each car, know where they are And why they are so few. Be merry then, you railroad men, And all you shippers sing — For, cross my heart, I will impart The secret of the thing. The P. G. R. runs by my door (It’s far from P. D. Q.) From Gordon’s Hill to Punkinville It runs a train or two. It runs a train when skies don’t rain ’Most every other day — It operates the local freights, And hauls the hogs and hay. Though miles of track that road may lack (Some ninety-five it runs), Its engines, too, be far from new, Some old discarded ones. Its cars, my boy, are all a joy. For neither East nor West, Ori any line, are cars more fine — Of cars it has the best. Just lately I heard rattle by, A train from Punkinville; The roadbed squeaked, the engine leaked. And hardly made the hill. And then a string of ev’rything, Came crawling into view, Came car and car from near and far, I recognized a few. A. P. M. new, G. T. or two, N. P., C. P. as well, And quite a few C. B. & Q., A. C. C. C. St. L. C. R. I. P., M. K & T., An A. T. S. F. car, A. D. R. G., and new I. C. And O. S. L. R. R. And others yet. The alphabet, From A to Z went by — Old friends of mine from ev’ry line Of roadbed beneath the sky. But, strange to say, in that array Upon the P. G. R., Its letters three I did not see Upon a single car. So now I know where box-cars go, W'hy flats are hard to get: The P. G. R. owns not a car. But then it doesn’t fret. You railroad men who grumble when You can’t get cars to run, ’Twixt Gordon’s Hill and Punkinville You’ll find them, ev’ry one! From ” American Lumberman .’* Interval. I wonder what the spring is like, If I shall see again, The glitter on the hawthorn Of the bright April rain. I wonder what the sun is like — I saw it long ago, And once I saw the moon, and saw The angel of the snow. I saw the stars, like ants of gold, f So many and so small, Oh, life all made of loveliness, Must I forget it all! — Richard Le Galliennie, in Harper*s. Digitized by oogle

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IfaFACETIOUS*^, Was It a Slip? / “Please don’t bother to see me to the door,” pleaded the departing visitor. “Really, it’s no bother at all,” the hostess assured her. “It is a pleasure.” The Palindrome. Undoubtedly the most wonderful speci- men of a palindrome on earth is one in Latin. It not only reads backwards and forwards alike, but the initial letters of each word spell the first word, the second letters of each word spell the second, and so on. It is in Latin — doubtless such a wonder could not be produced in English. Here it is: Sator arepo tenet opera rotas. Put Up Old Ones For Sate. On the train out Medford way. Subbubs got into conversation with a stranger who remarked: “I see you are putting up a good many new buildings.” “Yes,” answered Subbubs; “new build- ings are the only kind we put up.” — Boston Transcript . Candid. “Don’t you think dark blue suits are use- ful? One can wear them out almost any- where.” “Yes; but I find I wear mine out at the seat.” — Harvard Lampoon. His Bluff Called. “You advertised for the lost purse, pre- tending that the person who found it was recognized ?” “Yes.” “How did the bluff work?” “Didn’t work at all. Next day this ad appeared in the same paper: ‘The recog- nized gentleman who picked up the purse on Boylston street requests the loser to call at his house.’ ” Slow. The Learned Professor — You know, Mrs. Bloogs, it seems a 'shame to take your boy away from school at such an early age. I myself didn’t finish my school education until I was nineteen. Mrs. Boggs — Well, some children are quicker at pickin’ up things than others.” — Punch. His Sens© of Humor. “Don't some of the decorations on women’s hats amuse you?” “Yes; the plumes, especially, tickle me very much.” — Woman}s Home Companion. The Record. “Do you really love me?” she wrote. “Referring to my last letter,” he promptly replied, “you will find that I love you de- votedly on page one, madly < \n page three and passionately on pages four and five.”—' Pittsburg Post. Headed Off. “Did you tell her when you proposed to her that you were unworthy of her? That always makes a hit with them.” “I was going te, but she told it to me first.” — Houston Post. His Way. Visitor (to facetious farmer) — I’d like to know why on earth you call that white pig “Ink?” Facetious Farmer — Because he’s always running from the pen! — Town Topics. Suspicious. “What makes you think the new soprano won’t do? At first you said her voice was good?” “I know I did, but none of the other sopranos seem to be jealous of her.” — Washington Herald. Digitized by Google

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390 The Railroad Telegrapher. Gastronomic Thought. Mrs. Newwed — I wish we had something antique about the house. Mr. Newwed — So do I. Old-fashioned pumpkin pies, for instance. \ Used the Wrong Gender. A Frenchman with an imperfect knowl- edge of English was once called upon for an after-dinner speech. He struggled along manfully for a few minutes, managing to turn one or two good phrases. Finally he excused himself from further effort by saying: “I will no longer cockroach on your time.” An Englishman sitting next to him at the table remarked : “Your speech was dooced clever, bah Jove ! But you used the wrong word at the close, don’t you know? You should have said: ‘I will no longer hencroach upon your time.” “I see,” said the Frenchman. “I used the wrong gender.” Not Discriminating. “Oh, thank you,” exclaimed an elderly lady to a laborer who surrendered his seat in a crowded car; “thank you very much!” “That’s all right, mum,” was the re- joinder. As the lady sat down the chival- rous laborer added: “Wot I say is a man never ort to let a woman stand. Some men never gets up unless she’s pretty, but you see, mum, it don’t make no difference to me.” — London Opinion. Deadly Dull. A group of New Yorkers recently got back to town after a long tour through the South. During that tour their mouths had cankered in responding to toasts at the Commercial Club banquets. If you woke one of them up suddenly in the smoking car, even before he got his eyes open, he’d be saying something about “your beautiful little city.” “So,” said one of the bunch, “let’s get together and tell the truth, now that we’re back home.” They did. They sat in one corner of the club grill and conscientiously went through the postoffice list. Every time a Southern town was named they moved that burg. to the very center of the griddle. By and by a stranger who had been sitting quietly in the corner yawned, stretched him- self and started out. “Any of you fellows ever been in Selma, Ala.? he asked. No one had. “Well,” said he, “there’s just three things in Selma — morning, noon and night. — Ex- change. Bad for the Audience. Miss Gusher — “How torturing, how fear- ful the thought must be for a great singer to know that she has lost her voice.” Mr. Tyred — “It’s much more torturing when she doesn’t know it.” i Dire Extremity. “I want a pair of gloves for my ’Enery,” said the lady from Whiteschapel, bustling into the outfitter’s shop. “About what price, madam?” “About fourpence.” “The cheapest we have in stock are one shilling a pair, madam.” * “Oh, that’s too much. ’Enery’s going to a ball, and he’ll only wear them once.” “That’s the best I can do, madam.” “Haven’t you any woolen ones at four- pence ?” “No, madam.” “Then there’s no help for it. ’Enery will ’ave to wash ’s ’ands, that’s all.” — London Telegraph. Not a Lucky 8tart. Very few persons acquit themselves nobly in their maiden speech. At a wedding feast recently the bridegroom was called upon, as usual, to respond to the given toast, in spite of the fact that he had previously pleaded to be excused. Blushing to the roots of his hair, he rose to his feet. He intended to imply that he was unprepared for speechmaking, but un- fortunately placed his hand upon the bride’s shoulder and looked down at her as he stammered out his opening (and conclud- ing) words: “This — er — thing has been forced upon me.” — Philadelphia Ledger. Digitized by Google

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THE WHEELS OF MONOPOLY RULE. DURING the first weeks of the cur- rent year, 1913, we have had a furious investigation on what we call “The Money Trust.” Our wise people aVe divided into two sections on that ques- tion as on every other under the solar disk. It would not do for wise people to agree on everything of any importance. Very often we are not even satisfied with two opposite groups, but need a great many opinions on any subject worth talking about. That is why humanity has never had any rest on the vital questions of human con- duct. The great blunder with men of high degree is that they use big words without first trying to grasp the logical significance of each one of them, in connection with final results. Take the all-important word: “money.” Who has ever taken the trouble to ascertain what is it that money is al- lowed to do, by human law, and should not be allowed to do by human law ? But then, who has courage enough to doubt the in- fallibility of human laws? Take now the word “trust.” What is it that such a word has represented for the last three or four decades? A business combination under a charter from some legislative body granting some especial business favoritism, repudiating “the eternal, natural and divine law of equal freedom to all men.” Why, then, effectually pros- ecute any trusts created by our own su- preme power to legislate any idiotic fancies of our collective sinful conduct? Oh, that would never do. To confess that we, the wisest men in each nation, can do any wrong! In old times it was the king that could not do any thing wrong in the realm of law. Well, representative governments have thus far practically rested on the same dictum. We notice every few years that the laws we have enacted fail to bring at least a portion of the happiness we intended to have. We then plaster ourselves with another set of laws. That is, we always look at this or that fragment of human life as if it stood by itself. We refuse to see the interdependence of all the fragments of human life. It has often been asserted that too many cooks spoil the broth. Perhaps we have too many cooks in the kitchen of our social life. We have about 4,000 of them as State legislators, and about 400 as National ones. To that we have recently added the legislation of judges and executive officers, in forms, however* indirect. Perhaps we have too many wheels with which to satisfy too many ambitions. Perhaps there is not room enough at the top, where we all would like to be. If so, why not try to build up a correct, righteous top, with room enough for all of us? Suppress the bottom. Oh, you ladies and gentlemen of high degree, the latter to be the first in the job — yes, let us suppress the bottom of poverty and deg- radation, which have no right to exist among men any more than among the forces and forms in cosmical phenomena outside of men. That would settle everything, and very rapidly, too. Do you know why? Be- cause a'l the laws of the universe work for beauty in all conceivable forms. That bottom of poverty and degradation is to be seen in forms more or less prominent along the whole march of history. What does that prove? It must necessarily demonstrate and proclaim in language the most logical a ;d emphatic that civilization and progress has never yet started — com- menced at the bottom of any sound, pre- cise moral conceptions. It proves that all social organizations have begun, and con- tinued, and leaned on wrong perceptions of duty to God and to men. We can not con- ceive of any more criminal mistake than that. Digitized by VjOOQle

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392 The Railroad Telegrapher. It happens that the bottom poverty in question is bound to be more repulsive and degrading with the nations we call power- ful and wealthy, than with many of those we call weak and disconsolate. We all can notice that if we do travel freely with a cosmopolitan mind and soul, and thus repu- diate the mean provincialism of national or race infatuation, which darkens all mental perceptions. Take the mere fact that all real wealth, applicable to human needs, comforts, etc., perishes every fifteen or twenty years as an average. The most indispensable wealth has to be recreated, reproduced, every two or three years. The wealth that lasts much longer, that wealth by itself would not keep humanity alive for any six months. As for money, let it be gold, silver or anything else. Money per se would not feed, clothe or house any human being for any twenty- four hours. Money is only a counter of values, a draft on wealth produced, a wheel with which to facilitate the exchanges of what we may require to satisfy the needs indispensable to human development, physi- cal and mental. Why, then, should we be troubled with a money trust or any kind of a trust, that is with any wealth combination? It happens that we have two kinds of wealth combi- nations. One kind rests on the law of free association, which asks no favors from any legislative body. The other kind rests on some legalized privilege or on vast posses- sions of the land that may be very valuable, or may become so ; has the power to become so in proportion as it is in demand for productive purposes. Land in itself would have no purchasing or selling value, under an honest civilization repudiating all monopoly laws. It would only have a certain economic, social value, an opportunity value. Under the monopo- listic dispensation of monopoly rule, as thus far in all nations; under that dispensation “land monopoly is the perpetual mother of all human abomination, by whichever name we may see fit to call them.” The complete suppression of that monop- oly iniquity, with all its ramifications in production, transportation and exchange ; that would rapidly place humanity in peace with God. All combinations “in restraint of trade” are only legalized wheels directly or indirectly expanding the abominations of “land monopoly rule.” Jose Gros. MIN18TER8 AS FRATERNAL DELE- GATES. By the Rev. Charles Stelzle. Ministers* Associations in various parts of the country, are asking central labor bodies that they receive as fraternal dele- gates one of their members, this minister to have no vote in the proceedings of the cen- tral labor body. This plan is already in operation in about ioo cities throughout the United States. I would heartily endorse this proposition, and I do so for the follow- ing reasons: First, because one of thp most bitter and most conspicuous opponents of trades unionism in this country is opposing the plan. If the labor movement is going to suffer through its introduction the man in question would undoubtedly endorse it. When the matter was under consideration in his city, he sent a circular letter to every minister in town, urging him to vote it down. Second, because trades unionism has noth- ing to lose and everything to gain in the education of the public in the matter of trades union principles. There is no class of professional men who are more influen- tial in moulding the thought of the public along moral and ethical lines than the preachers. Third, because there is so much in com- mon between the church and organized labor. No one realizes this quite so well as the trades unionist. Let us give the minis- ter a chance to learn it. He can not get it in books. He must get it in the human touch of his brother in the labor union. Fourth, because the workingman should learn that the church is not opposed to his interests. That may have been so in the past, and it may still be true in isolated cases. But why throw into the face of the present-day preacher, who is earnestly seek- ing to know the truth, the charge that he is hypercritical and unfair to labor, when he distinctly proves that this is not true in his Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 393 case by his willingness to know more about the conditions, the aims and the aspirations of the toilers? That minister and the or- ganization which sent him are indicating by their official action that their feeling toward the toilers is not one of opposition, but one of real and hearty interest. At least, give them a chance to prove their sincerity. If the central labor body fails to do this, it can neveT again declare, with bitterness, that the churches and the ministers are not con- cerned about their interests. Fifth, because the American Federation of Labor, at its last meeting very heartily recommended ‘'that all affiliated State and Central Bodies exchange fraternal dele- gates with the various State and City Min- isterial Associations, wherever practicable, thus insuring a better understanding on the part of the church and clergy of the aims and objects of the labor union movement of America.” FOREIGN TELEGRAPH. I have just been reading Bro. Smart’s remarks on foreign telegraphs, contained in The Telegrapher for December, and I may say that I found them very interesting. My attention was first drawn to the subject by the letter of Bro. Daniels in a previous issue, and I might have offered the infor- mation requested were it not that I was curious to learn the views of some of the other brothers who may have visited the United Kingdom. The naive remark of Bro. Daniels about working in England as an operator amused me much, as it seems to have amused Bro. Smart, and I may say that even were the operator seeking employment in England an expert in “Continental” he could only hope for a position as “season substitute.” This would pay about $8 to $10 per week. He might succeed in hiring out for one of the cable companies that have their head- quarters in London and would then receive about $10 to $15 per week. I would advise him to “forget it” and confine his visit to the pleasures of a holiday. To revert to the letter from Bro. Smart : There are several points on which Bro. Smart’s information is incorrect. I sup- pose he was misinformed by someone whose sense of humor took the form of “joshing.” In the first, place, the operators in the United Kingdom do not wear uniforms. They dress in a more or less normal fashion, just as we do out here, according to their taste or lack of taste. Their salaries are not ridiculous, although they do not appear to be at all substantial, compared with ours. To say that they re- ceive one pound per week for their services is incorrect. The wages of all telegraphers is based on a scale and they know just how much they can expect to be earning in ten years’ time. The lowest figure on this scale is one pound per week, and this amount is paid to operators when they graduate from the school and commence work in the offices. They receive an annual increase of about six pounds per year, and this may be aug- mented by obtaining what are called "technical certificates” for proficiency in electricity and magnetism. Their salary ad- vances in this manner until it has reached 160 pounds per year, which. I may say in passing, is over three pounds per week. This is not all they can earn, for overtime is paid for on a basis of time and a quarter, and Sunday overtime at time and a half, and there is plenty of it. They work a max- imum eight-hour day, and this very often means only seven, or even six. From the salary of 160 pounds per annum, promotion is by seniority and efficiency to the class of overseers or senior telegraphers, and the salary increases to 220 pounds per annum. From this latter class promotion is made to the vacancies in the assistant superinten- dents and superintendents, and let me say that these vacancies are by no means in- frequent. There are many points of difference between the conditions of operators in the United Kingdom and America, and it is very hard to impress the advantages of the one country upon the minds of the workers in the other. All telegraphers receive a pension at the termination of their service, and this holds good if they are forced to retire at an early age from bad health. Digitized by Google

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394 The Railroad Telegrapher. Furthermore, their positions are secure, and they have no need to provide for the future. The result of this may be readily seen. 'It has a tendency to encourage thefn to live up to their salaries without any danger of poverty in the future. Their pensions are ample for their needs, should they retire after a number of years’ service. Now, as regards the cost of living in the United Kingdom as compared with that in America, I must disagree with the statement of Bro. Smart, and maintain that it is much cheaper for one to live in the former country. I could easily give reasons, but it would occupy too much space. I pass the remark that “they all get mar- ried almost as soon as they reach their majority,” etc., as a touch of humor. As a matter of fact they are very human and perform their social functions in much the same way as we do over here, according to their individual ideas of good (or bad) citizenship. As regards the telegraph service proper, I mean the systems in use, there are sev- eral points of difference. Bro Smart is right in saying that they maintain an ex- cellent service. I suppose it compares favorably with that of any other country in the world, although there are no “rush” or “pink” messages. For this latter reason important stock ex- change messages have been sent from Lon- don, England, via New York, to Berlin, Germany, (and delivered in a few minutes). The Morse System is in most general use for inland work, but with the exception of an unimportant line to Calais in France, there are no Mdrse wires to the Continent. The “Huges” and the “Baudot” are the instruments used, and they are both faster to work and easier on the operator than is the “Morse.” I would suggest that The Telegrapher copy an occasional note or short article from some of the magazines dealing with such subjects, as I have found several operators who take an interest in them. The Telegraph Chronicle is the organ of their organization, and I am sure they would be much pleased to exchange cour- tesies with the O. R. T. Although the spirit of unionism is not as highly developed among them as it is among us, the germs are there and, from my recollection, are multi- plying rapidly, f should like to see a closer relationship between the O. R. T. and the P. T. C. A., and I think we should both enjoy it — perhaps prof.t by it. I hope Bro. Smart will forgive me for offering these corrections, but, pleased as I was to read his article, 1 could not refrain from suggesting that he had been misin- formed about the operators in the United Kingdom, amongst whom I worked for several years. “Centel,” Cert. 187,*, Div. 7. Digitized by CjOOQle

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FRATERNAL NOTICE. All matter for this department must be in the hands of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer on or before the 28th day of the month in order to insure its use in the following issue. New York City, N. Y., Dfv. No. 26. Bro. S. W. Hance has been transferred from New Orleans Station to Cieba, Spanish Honduras, as manager of Wireless Station there. Bro. P. W. Welch is now manager of U. F. Co.’s station at Swan Island, in Caribbean Sea, Bro. R. Fuller is also located there and Bro. E. M. Joyce is on the S. S. “Momus.” Bro. McLarney is at Colon, Panama, man- ager U. F. Co.’s station. Bro. C. L. Jones is on the S. S. “Almirante,” and Bro. vGarrison is still in Jersey. Bro. Keegan occasionally appears in New York and Bro. McGuire recently bid in a real live job. Bro. Hallenbeck has just completed his new house on Long Island. Bro. Benson is now at Key West and Bro. David has gone South. Bro. Kain received a raise first of the year. Bro. Blccker on first trick now. Bro. Hebert has been appointed chairman of the Auditing Committee for 1913. Bro. Elwell gone West, as will Sister Ernst- hauser soon. Bro. Berry is still sailing out of New Orleans. Bro. Runyon has gone up State and Bro. Ter Haar is on the Harbor job now. Bro. Walsh was recently in Albany. Bro. Stickel has moved to Jersey. Bro. Boy- dell is sailing out of New Orleans, and Bro. O’Brien still on Fire Alarm assignment. Bro. Fuller and Secretary Linn recently took a trip through Western New York, meeting Chief Telegrapher-elect Pickerill. At the February meeting officers for the ensuing term were elected, installation will be in March. All who can are urged to attend the meetings. The annual report read by the Secretary and Treasurer showed the division to be in better shape financially and numerically than in several years. Send in news items by the 15th of each month to the secretary. Those who have not remitted for current term dues should do so at once. Div. Con., Cert. 14. New Haven, Conn., Div. No. 29. The February meeting was well attended and much of interest transpired. Out of a total of about fifty-five there were twenty or more West- ern Division men. Bro. L. H. Dowd was again re-elected chief telegrapher by a unanimous vote. The brothers know a good man and have no intention of letting him get away. Bro. Dowd was also elected local chairman for the Western Division, a position held for many years with credit to himself and to us until obliged to retire a year or two ago. We hope he may be our representative for a long time to come. v The following delegates to the Baltimore Con- vention were elected: First, E, J. Manion; second, L. H. Dowd; third, G. F. McCormack; fourth, R. E. Porter; alternates, E. C. Terry, Jos.*Leete, B. H. Dunbar, W. H. Gordon. Bro. Geo. F. McCormack was unanimously re- elected secretary and treasurer. “Mac” has held this position for a good many years, eleven that I know of, probably since the division was estab lished. In him we have the right man in the right place. Some one substituted an old, battered derby for Bro. J. J. Gaffneys new one. The initials “J. J. G.” are in Bro. Gaffney’s hat and we hope he will recover it. General Chairman Bro. E. J. Manion favored us with one of his good talks and explained what progress the committee had made to date. I will try and name all the officers when they are installed. » With the assistance of you all I shall try and give you a write-up each month. Bros. Corrigan and Lynch, of Poughquag, and Chief Telegrapher Bro. Dowd furnished me with a lot of news this month and I thank them very much. T. A. A. N. y., N. H. & U., Western Division— A nine-hour second trick operator has been added at “JC” office, starting at 12 noon. Bro. J. O. Bassette, first Southbury, who bid it in, we know will fill it to the entire* satisfaction of all concerned. Bro. Post, “BX” Highland Jet., off several days with stomach trouble. Bro. Tom Kelly, now firing on this division, but who still carries a card, was a recent visitor in the metropolis. Bro. H. E. Kent, West Patterson, was off a few days recently, relieved by Bro. Clint Cole. Bro. Slater was also off several days. Bro. Wooden, second Poughquag, bid in first Southbury, covered by Mr. Scully, pending bid. Bro. Van Deusen, on third Southbury, is an old timer. We are glad to see him back. Digitized by Google

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396 The Railroad Telegrapher. Tiros. Nutting ami Lynch made a flying trip to Waterbury recently. “WJ” office Hopewell, has been moved to cast end of yard, and understand “KA” office will be moved into the tower and made a three trick job. J. D. Walsh, clerk in Brewster freight office, bid in Oxford agency. Ilro. F. A. Corrigan, agent Poughquag, off sick several days, was relieved by Bro. "Johnny” Lynch. Mr. Walsh assigned second ITawleyville tower, no bids. Bro. Gordon, first "GY” tower Waterbury, went to third Derby Jet. tower, relieved by Bro. TIeger- man. - Freight business has been so heavy that the company had to borrow' C. N. E., N. Y. O. & W. and N. Y. C. engines to handle it. Track No. 2 was used for both east and west bound movements. No. 1 being used for storage, as the C. N. E. were unable to handle trains in the yards at Hope- well. This kept the man at Stormville busy. W’e now have two crack trains over the division, Nos. 71 and 7*2, knowrn as the “Federal,” running via Naugatuck Jet., Hawleyville and over the Pough- keepsie bridge; thence over the C. N. E., L. & If. and Pennsy to Washington, instead of via Harlem River and Jersey City as formerly. No. 71 leaves Boston at 5:33 now instead of 8:00 o’clotk. Bro. Harold Wells, of "GY” Bank Street Jet., was called to St. Johns, N. B., January 10th, by the sad news of the death of his mother in Calgary., Alberta. Her remains reached St. Johns, the old home, January 13th, for interment, services being held from the home of friends on January 14th. Bro. Wells was ill when lie left Waterbury, and was under the care of physician for several days. The brother has our heartfelt sympathy in his bereavement. Bro. Jesse Brink, of "JC” Waterbury, has re- turned from bis old York State home, where he was called by the death of his mother. The brother had made several trips home owing to her long illness. Her death, although expected, was nevertheless sad. We also extend our sympathy to Bro. Brink in his bereavement. Bro. Dowd has recovered from an attack of la grippe and is slinging iron again at Bank Street Jet.- T. A. A., Div. Cor. Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. “Watch us grow,” has been our slogan for months, and still is, because wc propose not to stop growing. Our rapid strides during the past year have been attributed to "Mellen’s” food. Most of our members are taking a brand by this title, yet riot the same article. Our January meeting was a good one in attend- ance, interest and harmony. All our "rag chewing” is done by the goat at the introductory cere- monies. It was "the night before” — the General Commit- tee met the general officers at New Haven, and the atmosphere was thoroughly charged with a genuine sentiment of good-will^ and best wishes for all attendant upon this conference, with con- fidence in the ability of our representatives to do their part faithfully and well. Bro. Joslin was nominated to succeed himself as local chairman. The report of the committee on entertainment was again laid upon the table until our brothers return from New Haven. The chief telegrapher called attention to the fact that owing to our meeting but once a month there was no place during that time where the brothers could meet each other or visiting brothers who visit our city on business purposes are obliged to wait for trains to take them home. The neces- sity of a centrally-located social room, where the brothers could be entertained was so apparent that a motion was carried creating a committee of three to see what can be done along this line and report. Timely remarks were made by Bro. Joslin upon matters of immediate interest to our members, and he selected Bro. W. J. Smith to assist him in his committee work. AT. }\, \r. H. & H. R. R.— Bro. F. W. Voelker, Adamsdalc Jet., who under- went an operation at the East Side Hospital, is convalescing satisfactorily. Sister Mclnnerncy has returned to “F” Provi- dence, after several weeks’ vacation. Bro. Jones, Norwood, R. I., is on third in the train dispatcher’s office. lie will reach the top of the ladder if none of the rounds break on his way up. Bro. Weeks was at "P” office a few days while Van was suffering with a severe attack of nervous indigestion. Bro. Fowler, first Marshall, has returned after a three weeks' absence, Bro. Brenner officiating meanwhile. 'flic Beneficial Association membership has in creased about 25 per cent since our annual meet- ing in December. Those instrumental in producing these results deserve our hearty thanks. It is a most beneficial auxiliary to our division work. It’s plan, aim and object arc perfect and should be supported to a man. Our hustling new secretary is out for new busi- ness and he’s getting it. There was an unusually large number of vacan- cies during January, caused indirectly possibly by inadequate pay and the hours of service not be- ing properly divided up. A proper adjustment of these conditions would create more contentment and make frequent changes less necessary. Bro. M. A. Magnault is making *good on scond in the train dispatcher’s office at Providence. Bro. Feeney bid in second Hill’s Grove tower, relieved as agent-telegrapher Bellingham Jet. by Mr. Butler. 1 1 is application should be forthcom- ing at once. Bro. Frank Gardner, second Elm- wood tower bid in first Hill’s Grove. Bro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 397 “W“ Mansfield to Northup Ave. second trick leverman. Bro. Wm. Hall, second Woodlawn tower, goes to split trick leverman East Providence, and Bro. “Hub’' Spencer, from split trick to first trick leverman Northrup Ave. A. J, Cace, from day towerman Waterman Ave. to leverman 1 1 a. m. to 7 p. m. Valley Falls tower. The brothers at Valley will no doubt secure his application. Bro. Freddie Jones, from agent Norwood, R. I., to night messenger train dispatcher’^ office, Provi- dence, and Bro. Briggs from second T. & O. War- ren, R. I. station to Centrcdale agency. J. D. V., Div. Cor. New Rochelle, N. Y., Div. No. 37. At our February meeting the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Chief telegrapher, Theodore A. Reif; first vice- chief, J. F. English; second vice-chief, E. J. Coyle; secretary-treasurer, B. E. Seaman; dele- gate, Theodore A. Reif; alternate, E. B. Clay. Bro. F. O. Tiger was elected local chairman by a large majority. The auditing committee was appointed as follows: Bro. B. E. Seaman, T. A. Ruff, A. D. DeWitt. A committee was also appointed to furnish re- freshments on the installation of officers March 14th. It has been suggested to change our meeting place to Stamford. The brothers’ views are re- quested on this matter. The out-going* secretary-treasurer, Bro. Hannan, advises that after March meeting his term of office ceases and that after that date, March 14, 1913, that all dues and communications should be sent to B. E. Seaman, secretary-treasurer, 1321 Hoe Ave., New York City. Div. Cor. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 41. The February meeting was a record breaker, nearly one hundred members being present. The attendance at our meeting the past six months has been very satisfactory. There was lots of busi- ness, the meeting starting at 8 p. m. sharp. The election for division officers for 19 ij re- sulted in the present chief being re-elected for the sixth term. Bro. McDonald, of Woburn, was re- elected first vice-chief; Bro. McGrath, rccrctary- treasurer, and Bro. Quilty, second vice-chief. Bro. Tuck was appointed past chief and Bro. Haggerty marshal for another year. Sentinels will be an- nounced in next letter. Delegates to convention were: J. B. Bode, T. J. Fogarty and L. P. Clifton, and alternates, R. II. Nims, G. T. Roseberry and C. E. Davis. For members of general committee: J. B. Bod , Portland Division via Portsmouth; A. B. Weld, Portland via Dover; L. P. Clifton, Fitchburg Division; F. M. Morgan, Southern Division, and James A. Wilson, Terminal Division. The following is an abstract of our standing for 1912 and the auditor’s check of the treasurer’s books December 31st: Receipts. Cash on hand, Jan. 1, 1912 $ 246.22 Dues collected 2,585.06 Sale of typewriter 5.00 Total .'.$2,83628 Expenditures. Grand Division proportion $1,705.22 Bond 1. 00 Printing and stationery 23.7 5 Postage 73.66 Hall rent 60.00 Relief to members 13.80 Aid to Labor Unions 25.00 Aid to hospitals 5.00 Cigars for meetings 12.00 Salary, Secretary-Treasurer 162.25 Salary of collectors 48.65 Organizing 114 -24 General Com. proportion 162 25 Donation to General Com 100.00 Auditing 14.20 Typewriter repairs 1.00 Schedule Com 4.00 Pierson fund 20.00 Cash to balance Dec. 31, 1912 290.26 Total $2,836.28 We, the undersigned auditors of Boston Division No. 41, hereby certify that wfe have audited and checked the books and vouchers of F. C. McGrath, Secretary and Treasurer of this division and find them well kept and cash on hand $244.97. (Signed) W. M. Laird, II. F. Cunningham, A. W. Lansberg. Stand by your committee, they are working hard and wc will win out. It may take time but we will get there. Div. Cor., Cert. 51. New York, N. Y„ Div. No. 44. ( >ur regular January meeting was called to order at 8:45 !’• m. on the 11th, by worthy chief Bro. Van Nostrand, and all officers present except Second Vice-President Bro. Decker and Bro. Leon- ard, general chairman. Bro. Decker was working, Bro. Leonard on the sick lis(. Several petitions for membership were acted on. Several candidat’8 initiated in long form and obligated by the past chief, the ceremonies being very impressive. Nominations for officers for the new year were as follows: For chief telegrapher, Bro. C. B. Van Nostrand; first vice-chief, Bro. C. O. Webb; second vicc- cliicf, Bro. T. F. Gaffney; secretary and treasurer, Bros. Merniger and Adams; trustee (three years), Bros. Thuma and Hudson; local chairmen, repre- senting station agents, Bros. A. L. Mais, D. I. 1 law kens and A. 1’ilhy; representing the telcg- Digitized by Google

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398 The Railroad Telegrapher. raphers, 'Bros. F. Shields, Jr., and W. S. Leahy: representing the signalmen, Bros. L. Meringer and E. H. Decker. The local chairmen will be elected by official mail ballot. Delegates to the next convention of the Grand Division, which convenes at Baltimore in May next: A. A. Leonard, Austin, C. B. Van Nostrand, A. F. Heller, A. W. Brooker and F. Shields, Jr. Alternates: J. S. Thuma, E. F. Webb, T. F. Gaff- ney, E. B. Collycr, J. F. O’Rourke and A. L. Marsh. We decided to hold our annual entertainment in St. Mary's Lyceum, Jamaica, N. Y., on March 26th. The meeting adjourned in good season and the brothers were invited to the meeting room of the Ladies* Auxiliary, where they were treated to sandwiches, pie and coffee. We are indeed grateful to the ladies for their hospitality. The two locals meeting on the same night in the same building makes an ideal condi- tion, and we are sure if more of the wives, sisters and mothers of our brothers only realized the nice social times we are having monthly, that it would be a hard matter to keep them away. Some of the Auxiliary members can hardly wait until meeting night comes around. Brothers, assist the ladies to increase their membership. Their strength and memberhip means more strength for our divi- sion. Bless them, we can not get along without them. The joint “co-operative” meetings of the five railroad brotherhoods, held in Fraternity Hall, Jamaica, Sunday afternoon and evening, January 20th, was well attended by a numbek of members from each organization and were a decided success. Those who were so unfortunate as not to be there missed a rare treat. However, there will be similar meetings in .the near future at different points, so that all may have an opportunity to attend and become interested in the co-operative movement which without a doubt is the only true solution of materially bettering the working con- ditions and promoting the fraternal and social spirit of these five organized bodies. Long Island R. R., Tozccr Dept. — Bro. Jacobs, second “DB,” bid in first “MX.” Bro. Hirscharn, third “JC,” second “DB.” Bro. Snelling, second “MP,” displaced Hirscharn at “DB.” Bro. Thompson, third “MP,” displaced B. W. Drydcn, third “WT,” who displaced Bro. Bergman at “MX,” latter working extra. Bro. Decker, first “EX,” relieved Bro. Hanlon, second “FT,” a few days. Bro. LaRue, third at “BJ,” was recently mar- ried. Congratulations. Bro. R. J. Hendrickson, third “HW,” bid in third “VA,” and is right at home again. Bro. Leonard, first at “RJ,” is on the sick list, relieved by Bro. Powers. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Sheaslcy, of West Fair- view, Pa., the latter a sister of Bro. Leonard, spent Sunday, January uth, with him. Wc hope fur his speedy recovery. Station Dept. — Bro. L. A. Higgins, Jr., the popular agent at Glen Cone, is on his wedding trip, relieved by Bro. Leahy. Congratulations. Bro. V. G. Riser, telegrapher Bushwick Jet., has been promoted to the agency there, the best evidence of faithful service. W. S. Peacock, agent at Islip, is off indefinitely, relieved by Bro. Brooker. Bro. J. H. Robinson, is now at Kings Park, a little nearer to “the farm.” “Jim” is on the right track. On January 13th Bro. J. L. Martin and crew vacated the old East New York station and moved into a new temporary building; it being necessary to demolish the old landmark to excavate for the New York connecting railroad improvement. Jack is pleased with his new quarters. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAL. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved mother of our brother, P. H. Hayes; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. L. Thuma, J. S. Martin, A. F. Heller, I Committee . CARD OF THANKS. Winfield, Jct., Jan. 24, 1913. I desire to thank the members of Division No. 44, O. R. T., for sympathy shown at death of my mother. Yours fraternally, P. H. Hayes. Woodsville, N. H., Div. No. 45. White Mountains Div., Boston & Maine R. R. — Our general committee is still in Boston and, with Bro. Pierson, are in consultation with Mr. Horn. The committee is working hard for our benefit and we should be glad to help it with money or any other way possible. Bro. Hoff, spare, relieved Bro. Morrison at West Thornton for a few days. Bro. McKenna, who relieved Bro. Lynch at Gorham several days, later relieved Suter Dobson at Campton for a few days. Mr. Renny, of Bowman, was relieved by Mr. Jordan, spare. At the meeting in Woodsville, February 15th, the following officcis were elected: Bro. Hamilton, Wells Rivet, chief telegrapher; Bro. C. R. King, Digitized by Google

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Mr. Jordan, off two days without leave, was relieved on third Canterbury by Mr. Caswell, spare. There are eight-hour tricks at Canterbury, on account of there being no clerical work to be done there by the men on second and third. “JS.” Pittsburg, Pa., Div. No. 52. Pittsburg & Lake Erie R. R. — Officers elected for ensuing year are: Chief teleg- rapher, J. G. Rothrock; first vice-chief,, W. A. Hamilton; second vice-chief, C. C. Pence; secre- tary, H. K. Klingensmith; treasurer, C. C. Camp- bell; trustee, C. C. Pence; delegate, J. G. Roth- rock; alternate, W. A. Hamilton. The officers were Installed March 8, 1913. After May 1, 1913, the division will move to a new lodge room, location to be decided later. The building where we now meet is to be torn down and a new and large building erected. All members who have not paid dues for the current term, do so at once. It behooves us all to keep our dues paid up. Eight petitions for membership were received the past month, but we must have more thorough organization to accomplish- things. We are not yet getting what we are worth. Business on the “Little Giant” has been very heavy all winter, and from all indications we will have a very brisk summer. Bro. Smouse, from Struthers, bid in Newell agency. We are sorry to lose “Bob,” and wish him success. Struthers has been discontinued as a telegraph office. Bro. C. C. Driscoll is now in the new depot at Aliquippa. Bro. Owens is on Haselton second while up for bid. Remember, it is now "Mr.” Wiggins at New Castle Jet., instead of Bro. Wiggins, making that a solid "non” office. Birds of a feather flock together. “No card, no favors.” “NX.” Rochester, N. Y., Div. No. 65. At our February meeting in Rochester, Febru- ary 8th, Bro. Clarence P. Lord was chosen dele- gate and Bro. P. T. Harrity alternate to the Bal- timore convention next May. The local offices were filled as follows: Bro. H. A. Beacham, chief telegrapher; G. D. Emery, first vice-chief; J. A. McDonough, second vice-chief, and C. P. Lord, secretary and treasurer. Among those present were: Bros. P. T. Harrity, C. P. Lord, Chapman, G. D. Emery, H. L. Butler, # H. A’. Beacham, E. M. Merrow, J. A. McDonough, Duffy, Donovan, Gilbert, E. C. Reed, J. L. French, W. G. Adams, and E. J., E. E. and C. E. Scott. We had as a guest of the evening Bro. H. L. Jones, our general secretary and treasurer. We unanimously voted full confidence in our general committee now trying to secure a revision of our schedule. Those who have not paid their semi-annual dues should remit at once to Bro. Clarence P. Lord,’ at Somcrsworth, our new secre- tary and treasurer. Stick to the committee, brothers, and support it in Its efforts to secure wages for us somewhat near the rates other roads are paying. B. M. R. R., Portland Division — Mr. O’Neil, general agent at Rochester, bid in Salmon Falls W. agency. Mr. Little, of Mel- iose, assigned to Rochester. Later Mr. O’Neil bid in Melrose agency. Bro. Trearaer bid in Reading second. Mr. Murphy, Western Union, Chicago, is at Union temporarily, vice Mr. Urie. Bro. Me Noll, “XA” Lynn, is now with the Western Union at Pawtucket, R. I. Bro. Lovejoy, agent Conway, resigned to accept the treasurership of the Conway Savings Bank, relieved by Mr. Snow, of Melrose, on bid. Bro. E. J. Scott, Mt. Whittier, on two weeks’ vacation, relieved by Mr. Uric. The three tricks at Spinney’s Switch have been abolished and two switchmen installed, working twelve hour^ each. We all feel proud of our sister telegrapher, May E. Stimpson, of Division 95, who performed such heroic service while at Salmon Falls W. The Boston Post gave *ar graphic picture of her successful rescue of an intoxicated man from the wheels of an onrushing express at “SF,” accom- panied by her photo. The reduction of the force at Mt. Whittier to one man lasted just ten days, when the baggage master was put back again. The special assessment levied by our general committee should be paid at once, as this* is the first time it has been necessary to do this since the B. & M. has been organized. Sister Jennie L. McDonald, at her home in Wolfeboro, would be glad to work for anyone on vacation. Bro. Appleton, from Rochester second; Bro. Dandelin, from Haverhill; ex-Bro. Paul A. Pitman, at Harvard Dental School, and ex-Bro. Couliig arc with the Western Union. Digitized by Google

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400 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Waterstreet, at Celina, Texas, is contem- plating returning to Amsterdam, N. Y., and going into business with his father. Bro. P. T. Harrity is relieving Bro. Adlington at Cummings. Bro. Frank L. Thompson, of the W. N. & P. at Springvale,* is contemplating a trip to Cali- fornia, and may go with the Southern Pacific. We are pleased to read the write-ups from the other divisions, as we are nearly all acquainted with their members, and like to hear of the changes on the other parts of the system. Send some items to me at Wolfeboro by the twentieth,* so we can have our division represented every month. “SI." Addison, N. Y.y Div. No. 108. Bros. P. W. Outman and A. S. English, extra, have resigned. G. O. Murray, of Elkland, is on leave of absence. Relief men are very scarce, several having resigned recently to work for other roads. There was a very poor attendance at our last meeting. Extra Horry, relieving at Hulls, was at his home in Cameron, N. Y., recently. Gaines Jet., station was robbed recently. It has been broken into a number of times during the past year. Bro. A. L. Locke, of Knoxville, while off on leave recently, was relieved by Frank Howland. Cert. 39. B. & S . R. R.j Third District — Business is good on this district, as the mines and coke plants are working every day. Bro. Nelson, who went to Hicks Run while Bro. Clark was on the siclf list, was relieved at Sinnc- mahoning by Mr. Logue', a new man. Mr. Miller is at Floyd nights. Bro. A. C. Hicks, Weedville agency, transferred to Tyler, later resigned. Bro. Clark, who V re- lieved Bro. Hicks at Hicks Run, was relieved by Mr. Maloney at Weedville, Mr. Reardon going to Tyler. The two latter are from the B. R. & P. Bro. Lupoid, who resigned Medix Run to go with the C. P. Ry., reconsidered it and remained. Bro. Haskins is in the chicken business, and the officials are ordering fresh eggs by wire. Mr. Blakey is on second Tyler, and Miss Scull at Bennezcttc nights. Boys, here’s a fine chance to get a couple of nice sisters into the Order. Just show them what a fine lot of brothers they would have. The poem by Bro. Wilson in the C. G. W. R. R. January write-up, at the bottom of page 125, hit this road in about the right place. It might be a good plan to tack it on the next requisition to our storekeeper. Mr. Maloney, at Weedville, married the best girl in the town after being there only seven weeks and had never known the girl before. We congratulate him on his enterprising abilities. In addition to passing the cigars, he is reminded that he now needs an “up to date’! and a M. B. D. certificate to protect her. Boys, be sure to hand him the blanks. We hear that Bro. Cole, at Sagamore, has also become a benedict, but have no particulars. Cert. 56. Hamilton, Ont., Div. No. 155. T. H. & B. R. R.— If I were to depend on the news items sup- plied by the other members it would be se’dom there would be any write-up from this division, now entering upon the second year of its exist- ence. Not one line has ever been received from anyone. Bro. Wm. Stettler is now at Scotland agency. Bro. Richards, relieving at Fenwick and Vine- mount, has returned to Brantford nights. Bro. J. N. Smith, agent Jerseyville, working at Summit days and Brantford nights since Sep- tember, has returned to his home at Jerseyville. Bro. J. H. Stevenson, who thought that “Fields afar off looked green," found out his mistake and returned to Summit. Bro. Rowntree, agent at Vinemount about a year, bid in second Aberdeen, and he and Bro. Cunneyw’orth takes turns at second and third. Bro. Murgatroyd is at Kinnear days, vice Bro. Stettler, w’ith Bro. Poustie nights. Bro. Knox, from the “GT," bid in Vinemount agency. We all welcome him to this road. Mr. McKinley, a new man, is at Vinemount nights. Bro, McClary, agent Grassies, who bid in Fen- wick agency, has returned to Grassies; life at a big center being too strenuous. Norman Bur- dick was at Fenwick pending bids. Bro. J. E. McNamara, relieving at Scotland and Grassies, is at Fenwick night, helping out with the heavy rush of freight. We were one and all surprised and pained to hear Chief Dispatcher Warnick, Hamilton, Ont., is off indefinitely on account of illness. Bro. Stani- land, acting as chief, relieved by Bro. Harring- ton on first trick, and he by Bro. Nevills on second, relieved by Bro. Warrcndcr on third. Since Mr. Warnick’s sickness, several of the boys have been offered a position in Hamilton office to learn dis- patching, but all preferred to stay at station work. Conditions arc such, since last schedule was re- ceived December 1, 1912, as to make it undesirable to move to the city where the high cost of living is to be taken as a factor in part of the salary paid. Our regular meeting was held at Sons of Eng- land Hall, Sunday, February 9th’, when- the fol- lowing officers were elected for the ensuing year: Chief telegrapher, Bro. W. R. Kelly; first vice- chief, Bro. L. Harrington; second, Bro. J. N. Smith, and secretary-treasurer, E. D. Armstrong, thus putting Bro. W. H. Staniland, who acted so well as chief telegrapher, ever since the division formed, into the position of past chief telegrapher. A discussion was carried on in reference to the nor -attendance of members who never make an Digitized by Goc e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 401 effort to get out; some of them living right in the city. Some of the most regular attenda*^ arc those who have to be away from home the whole day, and others have to get someone in th-*r place, while there are some who would only lose an hour or two sleep and do not come out once a month. A ball game or horse race, or some other sport they could easily go to. Take a squint at what wages were five years ago, or even a year ago, and then think what you owe to the O. R. T. We know you all pay your dues pretty regular, but there are other things to be considered be- sides the money question. Come out and dis- cuss them. One man who could not attend found time to shout his grievances from the hill top, where no one pays any attention to him. Come along and get acquainted and show by your at- tendance that you wish to better your conditions when the opportunity offers. E. D. A. Grand Trunk Ry. Ottaica Section — Bro. H. D. Reynolds has Depot Harbor nights, vice Mr. J. Howard, transferred to Bank St. yard days, vice Bro. Geo. McFarlane, transferred to Depot Harbor days. Bro. G. A. Thurston bid in Sprucedale agency, relieved at Barry’s Bay by Mr. Stout, a new man. Bro. Bradley will likely be relieved again. Bro. N. G. Reynold at Ravensworth agency. Bro. Madden is back at Brule Lake, relieved at Kinbum agency, which did not agree with his health, by Bro. Otto. Bro. Blanchficld is now with the C. P. at Chelsea. Rock Lake has again been opened as a telegraph office by C. T. Molleur, relieved by J. IL Mon- gcau, at Madawaska nights. Bro. Reid gets Renfrow days; Mr. Grimes, from the C. P., Wilno agency, and Bro. Clayton bid in Arnprior days. Trainmen were kept busy on this part of the sys- tem this winter, the lack of power being the only drawback to greater business. The wires have been cut in at Pembroke “NB” with Bro. F. O. Parent as agent, relieving Bro. Smith, of Golden Lake, of a lot of extra telegraph- ing. Bro. Cass, agent Vankleck Hill, has resigned, relieved by Bro. Bradley, temporarily. Among the recent new members are: Bros. Reid, “RN” days, and Bro. St Louis, of Maxvillc. Wel- come boys. Bro. Hardy has accepted an agency on the C. P., relieved by Bro. Joli, from the I. C. R. R. There are only two regular telegraphers not now members of our organization. With a further increase in sight we hope soon to see Messrs. Younkil and Beriault invest in an up-to-date card. Bro. Campbell, third vice-president of the Order, is to be at the Ottawa meeting, Sunday, February 1 6th, a report of which will appear in the next issue of the journal. Div. Cor. Grand Trunk Pacific Ry. Fifth District — The grain rush is about over and the boys a^e resting up for the spring rush which promises to be the heaviest yet. Bro. LcGallais, who relieved Bro. Patt-rson, agent Chauvin, while away on one of those trips “to secure the better half,” has resumed at Unity days, Bro. Foley going back on nights there, vice Bro. Storey, who went to New Norway as agent and telegrapher. Bro. Foley visited Scott recently and Bro. Lc- Gallais attended the big skating carnival at Wain- wright, winning the second prize for fancy dress and skating, taking the character of “Farmer John.” Bro. McIntyre, second trick dispatcher, away a few days, was relieved by Bro. Armstrong. Regular meetings will be called shortly at Big- gar, where all the boys from Districts 4 and 5 will be able to get in without much trouble. Would like the boys to send me any changes, etc., that they know of, as every little bit helps to make a good write-up. Bro. Mitchell, agent Scott, called in to the peg on some important business, was relieved by Bro. Jeminson. The brothers on District 5 extends their con- gratulations to Bro. and Mrs. Patterson. Cert. 1186. Wabash R. R. Springfield Dixnsion — The committee received a letter from General Superintendent Cotter, dated February 1, 19*3. stating that he had not forgotten us and would give us a meeting as soon as possible, but has been unable to give other committees in ahead of us meetings yet. We all hope our date will be named in the near future. Each member should line up his non neighbors. It will be much easier to secure a new schedule with a better percentage of membership. The Wabash is among the roads paying operators and station agents the least money, and the parcel post reduces salaries considerably by cutting down express commissions. We have some considera- tion to expect to begin with. The Illinois Central boys are now negotiating with their officials for a new schedule and better conditions. We wish them success. All say the parcel post is increasing the work at the stations. Bro. Zimmerman says the Maysville transfer is a “fright,” and Bro. Watson, agent Riverton, has to handle six to a dozen sacks off Xo. 3 every morning. What are we going to do about it? The railroads expect more pay from Uncle Sam, and we expect more for this increased work. Former Trainmaster Karnes, promoted to the Decatur Division, was surprised by a presentation committee waiting upon him in Superintendent Stumpf’s office at Decatur, when T. G. Schmidt, on behalf of the Springfield Division employes, e

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402 The Railroad Telegrapher. presented him with a solid-gold Knights of Tem- plar watch charm and a letter of appreciation with a $100 gold certificate enclosed. Mrs. Karnes teceived a silver tea set. Thomas Meehan, who operates the Wabash lunch stand at Bluffs, made the: presentation speech. We extend Mr. Karnes our best wishes. The water tank at Lanesville was out of service about a week, causing considerable delay to trains and a hardship on Bro. Flint, agent there, whose wife was sick at the time. Bro. Watson, agent Riverton, has been on the sick list, Bros. Marshall and Operator Adams do- ing the station work during his absence. Bro. Tolle bid in Zaylis second, relieved oh third Griggsville by Mr. Godfrey pending bids. Mr. Parr bid in Harristown. Bro. Longnccker, agent at Kinderhook, has re- turned from an extended vacation. Bro. Carrell, who relieved him, is now on second, and Bro. Guinan doing the telegraphing for Mr. *Long- necker. Mr. Jones bid in third there. Bro. Zimmerman, agent Maysville, who took a civil service examination in Quincy recently, was relieved by Bro. Allen, who also relieved Bro. Savage, agent New Salem, a few days while at- tending his father-in-law's funeral. Bro. Clause, second Bluffs, off a few days owing to the death of his mother, was relieved by Mr. Davis, from Versailles. The brothers have our sympathy. Bro. Carrell and Mr. Carroll, third and second Kinderhook, took in the sights at Hulls recently, and “footed” it back via the ties. Thanks to the boys for contributing to these columns. Send some more for the next issue. L. W. Abbott, Cert. 748. Moberly Division — Bro. J. W. Willis, who relieved Mr. Hoffman, third Brunswick, went to second Gallatin. Bro. A. C. Larapc went to Brunswick a few day*, owing to the illness of one of the men there. Bro. J. W. McVey, second Luther, took three weeks* vacation to Niagara Falls, relieved by Bro. Bittiker, second Malvern, and he by Bro. Robin- son. Bro. Berthold, third Luther, was sick for a week, causing Bro. White and Bro. Bittiker to double two or three days until Bro. A. C. Lampe, of Brunswick, came to their relief. Bro. E. P. Marion, our hustling local chairman, and Bro. A. C. Lampe, of Brunswick, attended the meeting of No. 2 on February 3d, at St. Louis, and Bro. Marion was elected as our dele- gate to the national convention at Baltimore, Md. We wish him a nice time on his trip. Mr. Hicklin, first Kansas City, bid in ”GM” second. Bro. J. W. Willis, of second Gallatin, is on first ”KN” pending bulletin. Mr. Woods, of first Carrollton, bid in DeWitt agency. The tricks at Council Bluffs have been changed: From 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. as telegrapher; 5 p. m. to 8 p. m. as clerk; second, 5 p. m. until 2 a. m., and third, 2 a. m. until 11 a. m. Bro. K. W. Wells, third Malvern, recently married, will make that his home. We are glad Mrs. Wells got a man who is “up to date/* Clifton second, on bulletin, was canceled. While Bro. Lampe was on Luther third he and Bittiker called on our grand secretary and treas- urer at St. Louis. These brothers wish the none could hear Bro. Quick explain the good things the O. R. T. has done and what it is going to do. They say: “There would not be a non left.” Use this argument and everybody keep after that non working by your side until you get him. We are expecting a new schedule, and that is the way to get a good one. The Wabash was the first railroad to run a solid steel train across the State of Missouri, and it is coming right to the front in improving its service. Remember, our new local chairman is to be elected this month. Bro. E. P. Marion, our present local chairman^ would make us a good one. He has done a whole lot of good work since he took that office. Remember our motto: “No card, no favors.” Cert. 1815, Div. Cor. Moberly Division Notes — Bro. Bittiker, while at Luther yard office, was relieved by Bro. Robinson, who later relieved Bro. Broadhurst on third Dalton, and also Mr. Brotherton, Wakenda second, while on the sick list. Bro. Robinson is now on Centralia third. Mr. McCurry, first Keytesville, was off a few days, and Mr. Bush and Me Dow doubled. Bro. Lampe, who got Wilcox agency on bul- letin, has declined it. C. R. Wood bid in DeWitt agency, and Bro. Clark, from “GM,” got Imogene agency. A. B. Anderson bid in second Excelsior Springs Junction. " Div. Cor. Decatur Division — Bro. C. E. Virden resigned first Clarkesdale, re- lieved by Mr. Poole, with Williams, from the C. I. & S., on third and Mr. Painter on second. Bro. E. L. Puckett on relief work at Decatur, relieved on third Taylorville by George Hyde, who later bid in third Worden. Agent Thumburg’s wife is working third there. The wires were taken out of Worden and Poad towers, and, therefore, Agent Stallman went to Edwardsville, 111., as cashier. Material for the automatic block signal is being delivered along the right-of-way. Bro. Fincher is now on first Edwardsville Jet. Sister O’Neil, third Staunton, recently visited Bro. Ishmael and family, second Stonington. Bro. J. H. Eft, second Morrisonville, was in St. Louis recently. The wife of Bro. Keys, third Stonington. visited relatives in St. Louis. Bro. Crack, in Taylorville, is keeping Georgie Skin in doubt as to his whereabouts. Bro. Gordon, third Mt. Olive, in Decatur re- cently, bid in third Granite City. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 403 Bro. Custer, agent Raymond, was a recent Litchfield visitor. Trainmaster Karnes is out of the hospital and on duty again. Acting Trainmaster Bump is back on the assistantship, and S. D. McMillian on the extra passenger service. Bro. Chippendale, agent Ritchie, bid in second Gibson. Bro. Hedburg, third Ashburn, awarded second Reddick. Bro. Ben Singleton bid in sec- ond “JO;” I. G. Albin, second Osman, and Teleg- rapher Toomey, second Emington. Bro. C. N. Link, third Manhattan, is visiting friends in Decatur. Bro. Slade Is relieving Mr. Lewis on the car job during vacation. “Bill” Keller, third Cerro Gordo, is on first Decatur Jet. We hope none of the O. R. T. boys are obliged to have the dispatcher's assistance in blocking trains with the other boys. Bros. Johnson and Brickey doubled a few days while Bro. Watts was home on account of sick- ness, and Bro. Waybright, second Campus, also off on account of sickness, was relieved by Albin, and he on third there by a new man. Mr. Myers relieved Mr. Symerton on Barber third, who went to third Ashburn. Boys, please send me a few items not later than the twentieth. Thanks to Bro. McClurg for his assistance in this write-up, hoping he will be back next month. Div. Coa., Cert. 1613. Detroit Division, Fourth District — Bro. P. L. Havener bid in the 3 p. m. trick at Montpelier, and Gary first is on bulletin. Ex-Bro. Vets is on second there pending bulletin. The brothers there should see that he gets up to date again. Bro. E. M. King, third Edon, is playing in the Edon Silver Cornet band. Bro. Jess Edson, with the Wabash a number of years, recently with the B. & O. at Stanley, Ohio, has started a cigar store at Hamilton. We wish him success. Bro. F. D. Spurling, agent Hamil- ton, fell while sawing off the branch of a tree causing him to lay off a few days. The old dispatcher’s office at Ashley is being moved to Oakwood yard for the yardmastcr’s office. Agent Rowe, Stroh, while in New York owing to the serious illness of his wife, was relieved by Bro. King, “the fat man from the Erie,” who bid in second Gary, and later second “BO” tower. The G. R. & I first and second trick men at “FY” tower Wollcottville, got a $5 raise recently. Bro. Krailing, third there, being a Wabash man didn’t get it. He is learning watch repairing during his spare hours. Bro. F. W. Beatty, from the C. & R. at Moose Jaw, Sask., who bid in Topeka third and trans- ferred to Division a, relieved Bro. Hume, Division 119, who later relieved Wixon, second Wakarusa, for a lay off. Wixon went to “WK” while the wreck was being cleared up at Wyatt. We hope he will soon have a card again. Bro. James Whippert, who left here in December, is now carpentering at Defiance, Ohio. Bro. Bert West bid in second Westville, re- lieved on third there by Bro. Amey, from Mont- pelier, relieved by Bro. Havener. Bro. R. A. Mills, the genial agent at Crocker, oc- cupied a box recently at the performance of the musical come.dy, “Little Boy Blue,” in Hammond. Bro. Fred Hanes landed first Crocker, relieved on second by Bro. C. J. Hollensbee on bid. The lat- ter had several days siege with lagrippe recently. Mr. Drowly is on third, but the brothers there will soon land him. Work on the new coal dock at Crocker, under construction and nearly com- pleted, has been postponed indefinitely on account of the water. Bro. Flegal, agent Aetna, was relieved to attend the Mardi Gras at New Orleans by his brother-in- law Bro. Beatty, who says they need a longshore- man there more than a telegrapher. Mr. Simpson bid in third Woodward, and Bro. Quackenbush will land him soon. Every one with a card must be a real union man and remember our 1913 motto. “Every mem- ber do his duty.” The ice season has closed at Hadden’s ice house, near Westville, and the work train taken off, re- lieving Bro. Holsinger, the agent there of extra work. Local Chairman Wood is with the rest of the committee in St. Louis waiting to see the officials. Back ’em up boys, with lots of “pep,” and we’ll win out sure. Mr. O’Bryan says he has plenty of men and is not hiring many now, but extras are as uncertain as a weather report. I am obliged to Bros. Hanes and Havener for notes this month. I hope the other brothers won’t neglect sending me all notes whenever they can by the 20th so we can have a good write-up every month. Regards. A. \^. B. Detroit Division, Third District — Since the new double track has been put in service. Cone to “BO” tower, Cone has been made a night office also, with Bro. J. Bloom, first, F. D. Miller, from “WU,” Detroit, second, and Chas. Henderson, from Chicago, on third. Bro. D. R. Wanty, off a few nights, was a recent visitor at Cone. Wonder why? Bro. Geo. Clark, first Britton, while attending the auto show at Detroit was relieved by Chas. Henderson, who also relieved Sister E. M. Jackcl, at Adrian nights, while she attended court theie. Bro. J. O. Miller, a new man from C. P. R-, is now on third Hand. Bro. Arney, “NG” Montpelier, recently visited Detroit en route to Westville, relieved by Chas. Lowe. Mr. Kollars, first Delray, bid in third Alvordton. Bro. King is now on second “BO” tower, vice Mr. Cassidy. Bro. King will enjoy the Speeder rides out to “BO” tower. That’s the way I got my start. Bro. L. A. Yoder got second Milan. Bro. R. S. Sayl£s. bid in second North Morenci and Sister Digitized by Google

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404 The Railroad Telegrapher. F. Jones, from “MD” Detroit, bid in “GM” St. Louis. The new round house and turn table at Delray has been put in service, which permits the use of the new 2400 class engines on this district. I only recently received the request from Bro. Wood to relieve him of, this part of the work and would have had very little news if I had not received some from Bros. Wood and Bloom. Hope these brothers will come again and also the rest of you, and we will see what we can accomplish the next time. Address 188 Rathbone St., De- troit, Mich., will reach me. q Raether. Mobile & Ohio Ry. St. Louis Division — NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS. Bro. Jesse U. Overall, Jr., Corinth, Mifs., has been appointed correspondent for this division, any one wishing to contribute new^s please send to him by the 20th of each month to enable him to get the write-up to Bro. Quick by the 28th. Yours fraternally, L. T. Murdaugh, Local Chairman. St. Louis Division Notes — Mr. Cox, former agent Baldwin, 111., has been reinstated. This puts Bro. McCord back to Pomona agency, Bro. Carter third Pomona, Bro. Corgan third Mt. Glen, George Carter second Wil- lisville and Mr. Rosendough on extra. While Bro. McCord was taking his Masonic degree at Alto Pass, he was relieved by Mr. Ripley, extra, who ' also relieved Bro. George Salter, second Waterloo, while off a few days. Mr. Ma.thias, extra, was at Willisville a few days recently until relieved by a regular man. • Bro. Craig, Hartman, is now on third Jonesboro. Sparta agency, recently vacated, has bten re- opened by Mr. Rendleman, but no bulletin re- ceived yet. Bro. W. E. Jernigan bid in third Tamm’s yard. Bro. Habermeihl, Vulcan, off for a month was relieved by Bro. Leppe, third Columbia, and he by Mr. Grob, extra. Bro. W. H. Lamison doing relief work, on third trick in the dispatcher’s office at Murphysboro, was relieved at Alto Pass by Mr. House, extra. Bro. G. Williamson bid in third “WC” Murphys- boro, first trick Murphysboro vacated and third bulletined. We hope this will be corrected by bul- letin. Second tricks were put on at Burksville, Bald- win and Mill Creek, hours 5 p. m. until 2 a. m. Mr. Troy, extra, who went to Burksville, Mr. Matthias to Baldwin and Mr. Ripley to Mill Creek, have all promised to join in a few days. Bro. Lee Roy Creech, second Alto Pass, visited his home at Campbell Hill recently. Bro. Albright, second Beech Ridge, bid in first Davis, relieved by Mr. House. Bro. R. T. Chatman agent Alto Pass, is taking three degrees of masonry. Mr. W. E. Jernigan, third Tamm’s yard, off few days on account of sickness was relieved by Mr. House. Bro. E. F. Gleason, a new man from the I. C., bid in East St. Louis third. We are glad to know' that he has held an “up to date” for several years. Bro. T. D. White, third Bethel, was a recent Corinth visitor while his wife was away from home. G. H. Lawhorn, second Rienzi, on vacation, was relieved by Wesley Briggs, and Bro. C. M. Barr, on vacation, relieved by Bro. Hailey. Bro. H. L. Meeks, is relieving on first Perry until third “JN” can be filled by bulletin, where Mr. Armstrong is relieving. Bro. T. L. Caver, agent Whefclers, while off 6i:k was relieved by R. C. Thomas. Bro. A. W. Fowler, bid back the agency at Cayce, he did not like Sparta. Bro. H. L. Bradley, bid in third “JN,” and Bro. Tom Beadles Selmer agency. J. B. Gannon, third Levee Jet., working as extra dispatcher at Cairo Jet., relieved by M. M. Haden. I. Billings, second Davis, while off few days on account of the death of his wife, was relieved by Mr. Hulen. Mr. Haden, first Davis, resigned. This last pay day I drew my check, $67.00. Just behind me came a black negro fireman, who drew $118.00 and did not work the full month. He could not write his name but made his “X.” Boys, when everyone gets an “up-to- date,” then we can right this wrong. Div. Cor. Chicago & Alton R. R. A successful meeting was held in the spacious parlors of the Illinois Hotel at Bloomington, 111., on Monday evening, February 17, 1913, called to order at 8 p. m., Bro. E. E. Gcntz, of Braid- wood, presiding; Bro. E. R. Hendricks, Carroll- ton, 111., secretary, and Bro. Thomas Riley, door- keeper. Among the other brothers in attendance were: J. F. Magee, Gardner, 111.; A. M. Crow, Shirley, 111.; C. P. Wright, Hopedale, 111.; J. H. Dean, Normal, 111.; F. N. Burkdoll, McLean, 111.; C. O. Lakin, Roodhouse, 111.; R. W. Salz- man, Elwood, III.; I. J. Cooper, Minier, 111.; C. E. Dewcese, Odell, 111.; and J. F. Endsley, H. C. Majors, Homer Deaton and E. R. LaSalle, of Bloomington, 111. It was unanimously agreed that Bloomington, 111., should be the regular meeting point for all divisions; meetings to be held quarterly (subject to the call of the chairman for dates) during the months of March, June, September and De- cember of each year. Bro. Gentz was elected permanent chairman. Bros. Riley and Hendricks declined the nomina- tion for secretary, and Bro. H. C. Majors, of Bloomington, was elected. It was unanimously agreed that the Northern and Southern Divisions hold regular monthly meetings, subject to the call of the chairman, the Southern Division being divided into two separate territories, to cover from Bloomington to Jackson- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 405 ville south via Tonica, and from Bloomington to Woodson south via main, including Godfrey line, cut-off, ,#QC” and air lines. The local chairman will preside as chairman of the Northern Division, which has not yei chosen a meeting point. On the Southern Division the following will preside: Bro. E. E. Gentz, chair- man, and Bro. J. F. Magee, secretary, Northern Division. Bro. Thos. Riley, chairman, Bloomng ton to Woodson; Bro. C. O. Lakin, secretary. Bro. Con P. Wright, chairman, and Bro. I. J. Cooper, secretary, for the northern portion of the Southern Division. Carrollton, 111., was selected as a meeting point * for the southern half of the Southern Division. The Western Division not being represented at #thc meeting, Bro. O. P. Mullin, of Pleasant Hill, 111., will make the necessary arrangements for the meetings on that division. We would be pleased to have some of the Western Division boys with us at the quarterly meetings at Bloom- ington. Upon motion of Bro. Hendricks, it was agreed that a standing invitation be given all officers of the Chicago & Alton regardless of what depart- ment they might be connected with, especially the superintendents, assistant superintendents and chief dispatchers and the superintendents of tele- graph and trainmasters to have a representative at the quarterly meetings and in a friendly man- ner bring the employer and employe into closer contact and give addresses for the good of the service in general and for the welfare of our organization. Special invitations to our officials to the local division meetings will be issued by the secretary and approved by the chairman of the respective division from which the invitation is issued. The original schedule presented by the com- mittee to the management was read, and a com- mittee was appointed, which drafted the following resolutions, extending a vote of thanks to the general committee, who secured the schedule, which were adopted: Resolved, That we, in behalf of the members of the Northern, Southern and Western Divisions, desire to express our hearty appreciation of the success of the general committee, comprising Bros. E. E. Gentz, Thos. Riley and C. L. Bartley, in securing the first schedule for the telegraphers of the Chicago & Alton R. R. Co. Be it further Resolved, That this resolution be included in the minutes of this meeting and a copy inserted in the next (March) issue of The Railroad Telegrapher. c e Dewkkse, E. F. Endslev, C. O. Lakin, Committee. Bro. Lakin was appointed to act for the West- ern Division, the committee comprising one mem- ber from each division. The vote of thanks was gracefully received by Bros. Gentz and Riley, and both fittingly responded, expressing their acknowledgment. Bro. Riley explained that the reason the brothers at Roodhouse received no increase in the schedule was because the officers advised that they had just been given a $5 ad- vance. Bro. Newman, first vice-president of the Order, was unable to be present, much to our regret, and his explanatory telegram to Bro. Gentz was read and made a part of the minutes of the meeting. Addresses were made by Bros. Gentz, Riley, Magee, LaSalle, Lakin, Wright and Hendricks, and a general discussion was participated in by all the other members. The meeting closed at 11:45 p. m. It was indeed gratifying to note the presence of four brothers from the Bloomington office, as they are of a character any organization would be proud of, and the membership so expressed themselves. We were shown every courtesy by the brothers at Bloomington. Several visiting brothers called at the office of the superintendent, assistant superintendent, chief dispatcher, train dispatchers and at the relay offices. A hearty welcome was extended us by Chief Clerk Duncan, of the superintendent of telegraph’s office, and the boys were also accorded a hearty welcome at the other offices. Bro. LaSalle, with very little training, could compete with William Jennings Bryan as a silver- tongued orator, and Bro. Hendricks was awarded the honor of having traveled the greater distance, Bro. Lakin being a close second. A general sum- mary of the meeting would convince anyone of its success, and we hope that all who possibly can will attend these quarterly meetings, as well as the division meetings. They were arranged with the intention that almost every brother can at some time attend a meeting and return to his respective position in ample time to resume his regular duty without loss of time. If every meet- ing is conducted upon the same plan and prin- ciple as this one at Bloomington, those who attend will not regret the loss of a few hours* sleep. While calling on Bro. Poole, second trick dis- patcher west from Bloomington to Godfrey via Tonica, some offices south of Roodhouse opened No. 9 wire and badly delayed two trains. Boys, watch the wires and be positive that your key is closed before leaving the instruments. Although the officers and their clerks were ex- tremely busy when we called, they entertained us in a social and brotherly way. We ^should accord the same courtesy when they pay us a visit. They showed that they were not merely officials in name and title, but gentlemen with the ability to perform their duties and meet their employes as men. This is the spirit that encourages a man to look at the brighter side of life. Bro. C. L. Bartley, former local chairman of the Western Division, is with the Mo. Pac. Bro. O. P. Mullin, of Pleasant Hill, 111., who was elected to fill the vacancy, formerly worked in “B** Bloomington, and is a good man. Bros. Gentz, Riley and Mullin were elected as delegates to the Baltimore convention. All mail relative to the Order must be for- warded by U. S. mail. It is a violation of the United States postal regulations to do otherwise. Digitized by Google

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406 The Railroad Telegrapher. The brothers in “B” Bloomington have peti- tioned Mr. Haston, superintendent of telegraph, for shorter hours. It is a hard grind to work ten hours a day in a relay office. The phones of the Southern Division have proven a success, and it is understood they will be adopted over the entire system. A prominent official at Bloomington assured me that the company- would not place inexperienced men in positions to handle train orders, because when the phones were out of order the telegraph would have to be relied upon; consequently, the services of the teleg- raphers will be required the same as heretofore. Regarding the election of local chairman and that of general chairman, the present committee should not be forgotten when casting your ballot. The suggestion is unsolicited. It is composed of gentlemen who have shown that they will do the right thing. Fill out the information blanks intelligently, and if there is not room enough on the blank, write a letter with it, explaining everything in detail. This is all the committee has to work on, and the information submitted is given considera- tion for just what you state — no more and no less. If you have a grievance after presenting it to your local chairman, bring it up at your division meeting. That is the best place to air it. Your local chairman will handle it for the best interest of all concerned. Dismissals for cause can not be handled by the committee. The Roodhouse fire department was called upon for assistance at the recent disastrous fire at White Hall, when a number of business houses were destroyed and the entire business section threatened. Trainmaster Shuman arranged to transport the Roodhouse apparatus to White Hall, and the fire was gotten under control. The act on the part of Mr. Shuman was very much appre- ciated by the citizens of White Hall and made friends for the company. The coal chutes at Roodhouse will soon be completed. It is gratifying to note the heavy business being handled by our line, and it will probably be but a question of time when the eight-hour day will be adopted. No notes were received from the Western Divi- sion. We would like for everyone to give his correspondence notes for the Journal. E. R. H., Gen’l Cor. Northern Division — Organizer J. J. Dunn met with great success while over this division recently, and new rnem- bers are coming in rapidly. It is now Bros. C. J. Duback, first and Agent Clarke, at Chenoa; Agent W. J. Hartnett, Willow Springs; T. D. Mooney and C. F. Hildreth, second and third and the agent at Wenona; agents at Munster and Sazenovia; two men at Custer; and we have two or three live members at “GO” Chicago and first and second Dwight. The new passenger station at Bloomington will be the pride of the road. The painters have been busy with their brushes, brightening things up along the right-of-way, which will be much bene fit to the air pilots next summer. Bro. Diehl, going to work recently, was over- taken by No. 76 on *a bridge and had to jump for his life, fortunately escaping with a few scratches. His speeder was entirely demolished. Mr. Conover, third Normal, is a new man. Brothers, see that he gets in the game. Joliet freight house, Dwight tower and Odell are now solid. Southern Division — Bro. B. F. Sherlock, from the C. G. W., is now on second Roodhouse, making it solid, the first time in seventeen years. Bro. Knapp bid in Covel and Bro. M. G. Var- blc, Sinclair, bid in Delhi. G. W. Schulte relieved R. Simpson at San Jose, an old Katy scab. The way of the transgressor is hard. Claude Mitchell, signal maintainer at Carroll- ' ton, transferred to the signal gang, relieved by G. Baggerman, from the Santa Fe, A. Hermensen, is now interlocking maintainer there. The train sheet for the Carrollton line has been moved from “QC” tower to the Carrollton office. Three brothers will now handle that line. Bro. Stephenson lias returned from “DI” Bloom- ington, to first Godfrey. He was temporarily as- signed as a dispatcher during the heavy rush. A man with a card is the proper kind to handle trains and orders. This division now has the largest percentage of members on the road. The station at Sinclair was robbed while Bro. Varble was shopping in Bloomington. Manager and Wire Chief Tobin, of “B” Bloom- ington, resigned, relieved by J. C. Hassler and Bro. E. R. LaSalle was promoted to second trick wire chief. Mr. Smith, from the C. G. W., is on No. 2 wire at Bloomington. Hassler and Smith would both look good to us with an up to date in their pocket It is up to the boys in “B” to land the nons on the job there. Gem. Cot. C„ St, P., M. & O. R. R. Eastern Division — As we write this, February 24th, we are going through the worst storm of the winter. The snow has been falling for the past twenty-four hours, the wind blowing a gale and the drifts are piled high. It certainly looks like the winter weather the old inhabitants tell about. A few days ago we were going around without overcoats watching the boys play marbles and “one old cat.” The automatic block was placed in operation be- tween East St. Paul and Northline Sunday, Febru- ary 1 6th. The news from the east end is rather scarce, but the brothers on the west end have been changing around rather lively. Bro. Strasburg, agent Wilson, was relieved by Mr. White, who later relieved Bro. Halverson, Menomonie Jet., a few days. Bro. C. S. Whittier, second Knapp, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 407 has gone back to Menomonie Jet. Bro. H. J. Pope, at Knapp, was absent a few days while he made a trip with his family. We now have with us an expert cartoonist, Bro. McSloy, at Knapp. He turns out some very fine work and we expect to see some of his cartoons in The Telegraph eb soon. Bro. McSloy is also a very active booster and is continually on the trail of the nons in his neighborhood. Our general committee is again preparing for business. The proposed revision of the schedule presented to the general manager and general superintendent on January 27th, calls for a gen- eral increase in wages and some changes in the rules. The officials 4iave asked for time to con- sider it and are now going over the proposition and have promised to give the committee their answer as soon as possible. The C. & N. W. com- mittee, which has been holding daily conferences with the officials in Chicago for some time, may be the means of delaying the Omaha negotiations somewhat, as our officials object to signing up a new agreement while negotiations are pending on the C. & N. W. Matters of this kind can not be rushed, however, and where thousands of dol- lars are involved we must be prepared to “make haste slowly," and now that the machine has started to work to grind out a new schedule we must have patience and support our committee to the limit. Div. Cor. Minnesota & Iowa Division — Everybody is taking the ear and eye examination nowadays. Bros. G. E. Price, P. S. Zimmerman, D. O. Tenney, Wm. Richmond and J. F. Jansen, were at St. James, February ad, to see what they could hear and see. Bro. Jansen was also a Twin Cities visitor February 22d and 23d, relieved at Madelia by Bro. Slattery. Bro. C. J. Beard, from the M. & St. L. Ry., relieved Bro. O. J. Smith at Brewster, while he took the examination, and later relieved Bro. C. F. McCarthy at Savage, called home to Michigan on account of the sickness of his father. Bro. O. S. Mann, who relieved Bro. Stumm, at St. James, while he had smallpox, is now with his parents at Windom. Bro. E. A. Vancil, resigned, owing to poor health, was relieved temporarily at Delft, by Bro. W. J. Jarman, later relieved by Relief Agent S. B. Dickey. Bro. G. E. Price, of Le Sueur, was in the Twin Cities Februi^ry 10th, to be fitted with glasses. Bro. J. B. Lourie, of Magnolia, taken with ap- pendicitis, was relieved by our new brother, O. Reistad, and he at St Peter nights, by Bro. Sherve. Mrs. C D. Brooks, wife of ex-Bro. C. D. Brooks, Lake Crystal, died at her parents’ home in Butter- field, February 12th. Her husband accompanied her remains to Indiana, where their little girl, which they recently lost, is buried. The wife of W. C. Warner, agent Mountain Lake, died Febru- ary 14th. The telegraphers extend their sym- pathies. Bro. J. F. Jansen, of Madelia, and Bro. P. S. Zimmerman, of Kasota, visited Mankota, and Agent Humble, of Kasota, was a Twin Cities visitor February 15th. Bro. Iverson, at Minneopa, being laid up with the mumps, was relieved by Bro. Beard, Stone being a closed block for one night, when Bro. Reidmiller relieved him, relieved at Savage by Bro. McCarthy. General Chairman Liddane was in Mankato February 17th, when Bros. Jansen, Wagner and Glick were appointed the auditing committee. He then went to Chicago to attend the general chair- men’s meeting on February 20th. Bro. E. T. Brady visited his parents at Blakely February 18th. Bro. W. J. Jarman, who relieved Bro. J. Glancy at Winnebago Februry 20th, while taking the examination at St. James, was a Man- kato visitor between trains on his wa? home. Bro. W. F. Walker, Madelia, resigned and Bro. W. Cockran is now on second and Geo. Kleeman on third. Bro. Broos, from the C. & N. W., is temporarily relieving at Mitchell. Two tickets in the field on this division made the election campaign interesting. All records on this division were broken in dues- paying the first two months of 1913. Bro. Jansen was one of the successful prise winners in the contest for securing new applications. Bro. M. G. W. Tornell has taken up his as- signment as agent at Minneopa, which puts Bro. Shonke on nights again. The latter visited «t Jordan recently between trains. Bro. G. W. Owens, of Elmore, took in the Shriners’ meeting at St. Paul, February aad. The C. & N. W. committee is still in Chicago. We hope it will meet with great success. R. S. McDonald is back at Kasota again. We hope some one will tell him about the benefits to be derived from the O. R. T. It’s to be regretted that so many requests have to be made of the boys along the line to fill out and return the information blanks. A moment’s time will suffice, and without these blanks you are sending your committee in without any authority to legislate for you, or without being in a posi- tion to know the conditions surrounding your posi- tion, and in fact, it is being delayed on that account. As high as four requests have been made for the return of blanks still out. The second request necessitated seventy letters, the third forty-three and the fourth thirty-five letters. You could materially lessen the work of your local chair- man if you would attend to such matters promptly and not have to be asked to fill out and return these blanks, which mean so much to the commit- tee but which you pay no attention to. In the absence of your blank you have no one to blame but yourself if you fail to receive what you imagine is your just dues from the efforts of your committee. 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Tiik Railroad Telegrapher. 408 \ their beneficiaries are shut out from the benefits they otherwise have provided for them. Wake up and do business on purely business principles. Don’t put off till tomorrow what you should do today. Don't be the last one to remit your dues, and send in your information blank immediately if you have not done so when you read this. Cert. 2. Wisconsin Division , Northern District — Bro. Mitchel, second Itasca, with his wife, was off a few days visiting friends and relatives; re- lieved by Bro. A. Posterknock. It is reported Bro. L. L. Williams, second Rock- mont, is about to be married. Bro. G. Nelson, Rice Lake third, is being re lieved by C. C. Brichcr of the “GN.” Bro. K. S. Purvis, from the M. & I. division, is on first Tuscobia. M. R. Neil, agent Burkhardt, while sick was relieved by Mr. Applequist, relieved by H. Brit- ton, a new man, who bid it on bulletin, restoring “BU” to telegraph again. The committee is preparing to meet the manage- ment shortly. If energy, nerve, eloquence and an amount of plain facts count for anything it should “bring home the bacon.” This is certainly the day of quick promotion. So many changes arc taking place along that line that it is hard to keep up with them. J. B. McElroy, agent Spooner, is being relieved by T. J. Kenniff, of Washburn, and he by F. J. Brandi, of Clear Lake. Bro. Durkee is now agent at Clear Lake, relieved by Mr. Knight, a new man, at Birchwood. Clear Lake and Birchwood both on bulletin. Bro. A. S. Johnson bid in Itasca days, relieved by Bro. B. Bergin on third Shell Lake, with Bro. E. W. Arnold, Canada Northern, on second. W. T. Hatch, telephoner Lake Elmo, Mipn., who passed the telegraph examination in January and relieved at Barronett and Cumberland, is now at Birchwood. Bro. J. M. Siren, New Richmond first, was off sick several days. Owing to the wreck at Turtle Lake, February 15th, 63 and 64 were run via Eau Claire, cutting the stations between Northline and Spooner off from passenger service from Saturday noon to Sun- day night. No new's received this month from the C. F. & N. Where’s our old standby, Bro. Ruid? We hope you all took interest enough to vote for the several candidates for the office of local chairman and delegate to the convention of the Grand Division at Baltimore. It is the best way we know of to show our officers that we are awake and on the job. It gives them courage to make their demands, if they know we are watching every move with interest. Div. Cor. Nebraska Duision — Bro. A. F. Jones has resigned. We are glad to hear Bro. Kragskow back again after a long siege in the hospital with a broken leg, sustained last fall while trying to dodge an auto with a motorcycle. Bro. C. A. Whitaker, with Conductors Morin and Patterson, contemplates taking a trip to Florida, to look over the land. 1 We trust the few good brothers who are still in arrears will pay up at once, as I do not like to have to write each one urging them to attend to it, besides it *is to you and your family’s interest that you should keep in good standing. Mr. Hamblin and wife took in the sights of Omaha and Belvue recently. The advice on back of the information blanks received from a non to secure “shorter hours and more pay,” caused us much merriment. It is now Bro. Hartson, at Maskell, and Bro. Berridge, at Coburn. Bro. Brunner bid in Magnet, and Bro. Logan, second at “WK,” which he recently resigned. Must be some fascination there. Bro. Hairston is now in the new station at Thurston. It must be like moving from a sod house to the White House for him. Bro. L. G. Ilallisey was off several days re- cently. Brothers, I ask you once more to send me the changes along the line. They will interest the others and I can’t get them all without your help. Everyone should get after the nons and try to clean them up before the committee convenes. You can get a list of them by asking the local chairman. Cert. 3. Kansas City Southern Ry. Northern Division — With the opening of spring unusual interest should be shown by the boys along the line, and the warm, pleasant days should arouse a feeling of “get up and move” among us all. We want to put up some scorchers In the following issues of the journal and will appreciate any and all items given us. Roy C. Bertrand, second Siloam, is now “pro- fessor” in the “Fretwell ham factory,” working for the K. C. S. from 5 p. m. to 2 a. m. and teaching telegraphy from 1 p. m. to 4:30 p. m. He must be in pretty hard circumstances, and we ought to take up a collection for him. We need the money, too, but not so badly as that. Bro. Brey, first Spiro, was off several days re- cently, owing to a “bum wing,” caused by rheu- matism, Bro. Bewley working first, Mr. Moore second and Mr. McGaw, a new man, on third. Bro. I. P. Clark, first trick dispatcher Hcavencr, was recently off two days, relieved by Bro. Mc- Phee, extra dispatcher, and he by Bro. Beecroft, relieved by Bro. Dulany, Rich Mountain. Bro. Pierron was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Wolf. It is now Bros. Jerome and Wyley at Bauch. We should outdo all previous records, with all due respect for the good work of the former officers. Watch us go. Digitized by L.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 409 One good card N deserves another. Have you got it? When a new man comes to your station, ascertain if he is “up to date.” If a desirable man and has no card, ask him to get one. Too little interest is being shown along this line in this method. Get after him and land him. The Midland Valley write-up in the February journal looks as though they mean business. Ride on the O. R. T. wagon, boys, but don’t let your feet drag. If you think the O. R. T. boys 1 are losing interest, just watch next month's issue of the journal. Answer your calls promptly boys. Save trouble and inconvenience, and prevent being “called down” for any kind of neglect. “No card, no favors.” “SY.” Southern Division — Bro. E. N. Malone, first Mansfield, has gone to Hot Springs for several months’ rest. ■Our boys are all holding on to what they have, and the T-A is making easy money. Wc arc sorry to learn that Bro. Gledhill, of Singer, is liable to lose his hearing. He has been in Beaumont three weeks, being treated by an car specialist. Bro. Shadoin, Zwolle nights, visited home folks at Benson during January. Watch the bulletins, boys. “CY” third and second arc now on bulletin. Certificate 18.2 suggests that each of the boys along the line write what items they may learft, even though it is only one, and mail to Bro. Bee- croft, Ft. Smith, Ark., care Union Depot, and watch the effect. Newsy little items will make a mighty good write-up, as each item, however small, fills its place, and we welcome them gladly. We are going to turn old Division 5 over and roll her along the road to progress faster than she has ever traveled before. Everyone keep their eyes on next month’s write-up; it’s going to be a “dinger,” even though the D. C. has to lay off and go over the line. The Southern Division has no “ham factory,” such as the “Fretwell School” on the Northern, at Siloam, run by an agent ami a telegrapher. Our telegraphers are men, with men’s ideas and judgment. The division correspondent wishes to kthank Cert. 18a for a nice bunch of items. They are appreciated. Keep the good work going. Next month’s journal will contain a “booster.” Watch for it. If you would rather push than pull, do so, but be sure you do one or the other. The full-crew bill was defeated in Texas, which decision will be used in the attempt to defeat the bill m other States by poking the decision of one governor into the face of another. Best wishes. “SY.’ Union Pacific R. R. Wyoming Division j — Bro. L. Grabene, of Laramie, relieved Bro. Johnson, agent Medicine Bow, recently while the latter accompanied his wife to Ogden, en route to Honolulu, on account ojf ill health. Bro. John- son has applied for a position as wireless lineman on the island. Bro. G. H. Turner, agent Ft. Steele, has been compelled to make requisition for a cart to haul the U. S. mail to the post office, on account of the heavy parcel-post shipments. The practice of trainmen getting orders over the phone at offices that are closed for the night or day is getting to be a common occurrence. How would the trainmen like to have a crew of oper- ators go out and bring in their trains when tied up on account of the federal law? The U. 1\ linemen recently secured a substan- tial increase in salary. The majority are mem- bers of the O. R. T-. and will be represented by that body in the future. Bro. O. W. Pierce, from the Nebraska Division, who relieved Bro. Gardner while attending a D. & R. G. law suit at Kansas City, is now relieving Bro. Horiskey, who is up with the committee. Bro. F. E. Smith, who drew first Carter, was relieved on third Rock River by Mr. Gavin, from the Pennsylvania R. R. Everybody is sticking and few changes are taking place this time of the year. Bro. M. L. Paulson, Devil Slide days, will re- sign soon to take up other work. C. E. Montgomery, first Echo, paid the special assessment and promises to join. Bro. and Sister Cummings, first and second Castle Rock, are quarantined on account of Bro. Cummings having smallpox. F. Cosgrove is on third, extra, until Bro. J. C. Luth, of Carter, the regularly assigned man, takes charge, and Bro. J. C. Ayrest is on first and Mr. Ridge on second there temporarily. Bro. J. E. McCord, agent LeRoy, while on vaca- tion was relieved by Bro. C. J. Ayrest. General Chairman . Smith, while in Cheyenne recently, reported the division in the best shape in its history, having 571 members in good stand- ing January 1st. Bro. C. S. Ilill, of Cheyenne yard office, was ap- pointed assistant chief clerk of the Wyoming Sen- ate, which is now in session. Bro. Harvey recently spent a month with rela- tives in Illinois. If the man of your choice wasn’t elected, then boost for the one who was. “United we stand; divided wc fall.” Bto. Thomas from third Evanston to report job. Bro. A. E. Webber is now agent and postmaster at Knight. Bro. W. G. Fields, recently transferred from the Nebraska to the Wyoming Division, bid in third Wahsatch. Bro. Rogers, from the C. N. W., relieved Bro. Massingill on third Ilormosa. Digitized by Google

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410 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Taylor, third Sherman, off two weeks, was relieved by ex-Bro. Burdick, who later relieved Bro. J. P. Richardson, gone to third Rawlins regular. Bro. F. O. Ballinger relief agent Walcott sev- eral months ago, is now on third Buford. Electric locks are being installed in the Boric tower, displacing the detector bars, which will make the work easier. Bro. Mayden, third Sherman, will “stick” if he can find accommodations for his family. Bro. Dodt, of Borie, is tired of the strong-arm job and expects to bid in something on the west end. The local chairmap occasionally receives anony- mous communications, telling him how to run his business. These letters are consigned to the waste basket without further consideration, while properly signed correspondence is invited and duly considered, whether “toasts or roasts,” from mem- bers or nons. Members deserving mention for contributing to this write-up are: Bros. Horiskey, Dodt, Richard- son, Meyer, Turner, Shedd, G. A. Davis and A. E. Davis. The following bills are now pending in the Wyoming State Legislature: An act defining the liability of persons or corporations operating any railroad in this State, for injuries received by employes thereof, or in consequence of the death any such employe by reason of negligence, and to declare void contracts restricting such liability. An act to require all light engines running upon railroads in the State of Wyoming to be manned with a crew consisting of one engineer, one fire- Nnan and one conductor, and to provide a penalty for the violation of this act. An act to require the employment of experienced telegraph oper- ators by railroad corporations in and about the dispatch of railroad trains, and providing a pen- alty for the violation thereof. An act defining the minimum age of telegraph operators and tower- men employed by common carriers and the hours during which they shall work, and providing a penalty for the violation thereof. An act regu- lating contracts of suretyship between common carriers and their employes, and surety upon such contracts, and for other purposes. The latter bill was introduced by Bro. Frank C. Hunter, former agent at Ft. Steele, who is now serving his second term in the Wyoming legislature. This bill is of considerable interest to the fraternity, and we regret that lack of space prevents giving a more detailed account. Complaints are being made regarding improper bulletining of vacancies. It is impossible for the local chairman to keep track of every vacancy that occurs on the division, and if you know of vacancies that should be bulletined, it is your duty to call his attention to the fact, and proper steps will be taken to adjust the matter. Everybody do his part and do not expect one man to do it all. A. A. Kott, second Table Rock, was discharged for going to sleep on duty and st.opping the presi- dent’s special. Bro. Edwards, Spring Valley, lias resigned. Sister Coughlin, Table Rock, expects to return East. Table Rock has been discontinued as two tricks and is now a twelve-hour night office. Bro. F. Chilton, second Red Desert, has re- signed to accept a position with an oil company in Oklahoma, and Red Desert changed from three tricks to a twelve-hour day job. Mail your notes for the next issue by the fif- teenth of the month. Our committee is now in session and report progress favorable, but can give no information of a definite nature. Div. Cor. Third and Fourth Districts — Bro. Taylor, third Archer, on thirty days’ vaca- tion, will probably become a benedict while away. Bro. J. H. Davis, agent Pine Bluffs, has gone to Hot Springs, Ark., for his health, relieved by Bro. Rlngoldby. Bro. Jens Christiansen, Lane tower, Second Dis- trict, is now at Kimball regular, making it solid. Bro. M. R. Smith, First Dix, was relieved for thirty days by Mr. Keogh. Bro. Carr has re- signed at Dix and gone to Wisconsin, relieved by Mr. Murphy, a commercial man. Bro. Fields, third Dix, relieved Bro. Hamilton while at Sidney a few days. Mr. Sampson, report man there, is on six weeks’ vacation. Suggest that Bro. Ging camp on the trail of that bunch at Sidney until they send in their applications. Bro. L. O. Mann, who relieved Agent Hostetter at Sisco sixty days, is relieving Bro. Dunbar at Mile Post 410, who went to Sunol. (The committee is still in Omaha, making an effort to get a new schedule. Cert. 693- D . P. District — St. Vrains has now been opened as a continuous office, with Bro. Cadman on second and Bro. Beegle on third. Agent Smith has returned to Kersey, and Agent Lichty to Sterling from ten days’ visit in Kansas. Bro. Dunlap, of Denver yard, was relieved by Bro. Cooper, while hunting near Booneville, Ark. The 23-pound turkey secured for Christmas and the number of quail he bagged in one day — well, he must be a pretty good hunter. He also accom- panied Brp. “Bill” Link and Bro. Shanafelt when they took in the county fair at Denver. A man walking a wire from a tower to a high building there, Bro. Dunlap claims, was at least three miles high, while Bros. Link and Shanafelt say lie was six miles high. This beats the hunting story, but they claim “the sun was shining” directly in their faces when looking at the wire walker, and that was the reason they couldn’t agree on just how high the man was. Some of the boys arc uncharitable enough to want “moonshine” sub- stituted for “sunshine” in the wire-walking story. Bro. Matthews, Brighton third, is working days since a day man was put on there. The third man, always put on at Pullman during the winter, has been taken off again. The Colorado Division is nearly solid now. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 411 K. P. District — I hate to bother you boys on the wire, as I never know when you are too busy to give me the news, so please send it in and don’t forget to say plainly whether those you mention are brothers or not, as wc arc getting new men all the time, and I can’t keep track of them. Neither can I give you a good write-up unless you give me the changes, etc. L. A. Killcullen has returned to Oakley second from his vacation, relieved by Telegrapher Thomp- son, who later relieved Bro. Houser at Grainfield, on leave. The make-up man in the January Telegrapher switched the Canadian Pacific write-up into the U. P., making our Nebraska Division, as well as the D. P. and K. P., look like a part of the items from that road. They are on page 77. Am indebted to Bros. Touhy, Parcell, Houser and Dunlap for their assistance in this write-up. I assure you all it was very much appreciated. L. C. Duenweg, Agate,' Colo. Canadian Pacific R. R. District No. 4 — 1 Local Chairman Baker called a meeting* at Napinka on Friday, February 6th. The attendance was not up to the mark, due, I presume, to the backwardness of th^ boys in making application to get away, also to the poor train connections, which would necessitate those on the A. R. & R. N. branches being away from work two days. But what is the difference, ask anyway. The more making the request the more will get away. It is to be regretted that more nrcthers do not attend our meetings. We have in Bro. J. R. Baker, a local chairman second to none, in any district from the Atlantic to the Pacific. He knows his part and has many times demonstrated the fact, as those brothers who have had occasion to call upon him for assistance well know. In spite of the small attendance considerable business was transacted and some very important matters dealt with. As considerable preparation must be made before the big convention in Balti- more, it is important that every brother assist in the good work, and it is hoped that our next meet- ing will be a bumper one. It must be, and easily can be, if you will all do your level best to be there. There is, nothing like a good attendance to bring that big, cheerful smile on Bro. Baker’s face. It gives him heart to come forwafd and demonstrate to us what he can do for us. If you will come and listen to that voice of his, you will never miss another meeting if it is in your power to be present. “V” of “MO” filled the chair of “RS,” and the way he threw that quill was not slow, while “ED” of “NU,” and “C” of “GA,” fairly threw the bul- lets which kept “V” busy. Even “AN,” of “RV,” was equally as full of motions, to be seconded by other brothers, while “V” jotted them down in the good book. We must not overlook the fact that “AV,” of “RT,” was present with the big. broad smile, and his little “Got U Steve.” The meet- ing broke up at about 2 a. m., when all departed to catch a few minutes “shut eye” before being called for our trains which left at an early hour. Bro. Anderson, at “A” for some time, is back at “RV.” Bro. Goddard, who relieved him also relieved Bro. Avery on vacation to his home at kolto, N. D. Bro. Cole was relieved awhile by non Thomp- son, from District No. 2. It looks rather bad for the boys on that district to have men leaving there minus an up to date. Bro. Rush is playing the “roaring” game at “WN,” relieved by Bro. Corbett. Bro. Sherlock has it in his head to go to the “Peg” to dig up some dirt. Bro. F. E. Wood has resigned. Bro. Boddy was on a few weeks' vacation re- cently. Bro. Amey has been getting his share of relief work since New Year’s, and is now relieving Bro. Perry, at present in B. C. Bro. Mason’s wife had a slight attack of diphtheria. We are pleased to learn of. her re- covery. Bro. Krafft has returned from an extended visit to Chicago and the Eastern States. As he came back alone, presume the pony and the school ma’am have him on the end of the silken thread. Bro. Provence, who relieved him later relieved Bro. Wilson, who has gone to the coast. Bro. Roberts expects to take up another line of business in the near future. Bro. C. F. R. has returned from a visit to his home at Smith’s Falls, Ont., and other Eastern points. Bro. J. F. D. has also been holidaying. BA). K. E. M has been on the sick list several times of late. Out of ten or twelve to whom I wrote for news only two responded. Thank you very much for your assistance. Please let me have a few notes for next month, and let our write-up be among the best that there is in The Telegrapher. Mail them to “MH.” J. S., Cert. 2223. Manitoba Division, District No. 1 — Bro. Agar, of Bird’s Hill, is taking holidays visiting the Pacific coast cities, relieved by Bro. Beurer, who bid in the relieving agent’s position. We arc all glad to have a relieving agent, and hope he will keep his job, but there should be two relief agents on this district and the boys should bring that up at the next meeting. Assistant agents have been dispensed with at several stations on this district to cut down ex- , penes and now the agents have to hustle. Bro. Gilchrist, from Rennie, contemplates pur- chasing a house at Kenora and moving there. Bro. Guay, of Ingolf, bid in Murillo nights. Moose Nose day and night, closed, pending the re-opening of the pit there by contractors. Bro. Galvin goes to Oakbank nights, re-opened tern porhrily, and Sinclair on Ignacc subdivision. Mar- coni day and night, will probably close until busi- ness picks up in the spring. Digitized by Google

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412 The Railroad Telegrapher. I think the Keewatin agency, should be opened for bids. Bro. Cloutier has several good farms for sale at Whitemouth. I hope some of the boys on the Ignace and Fort William divisions will send me some news for the next write-up. Bro. Hinchliffc helped in the write-up this month. Thank you, brother, come again. See that the nons change their title. Cert. 765. Saskatchewan Division, District No. 1 — • v A meeting of the telegraphers of this district was held in Moose Hall, Regina, on January 26th. Those present were: Bros. Goulding, Flett, Roe, Morrison, Fox, Graham, Mayhew, A. Smith, Crosby, Stubbings, Bond, Eaton, Fayne, Davidson and G. Smith. Among the various questions discussed was the fund for a presentation to Bro. Campbell, our 4th vice-president, for his great services in our recent schedule negotiations. It was unanimously decided that this district make a suitable contribu- tion for the purpose. A new station lias been opened at Trcgarva. Bro. Brasher being appointed agent, relieved by R. Snyder, at Dilkc nights. Bro. Snyder is relieving Bro. Greenwood, agent Dilkc, while on an extended trip to England. Bro. Hinman, agent McLean, and Bro. Loner- gan, nights there, while on the sick list were re- lieved by Bros. J. E. Demars and A. E. Smith, respectively. Stalwart, a new agency, is being opened on the north branch. ' Bro. W. J. Noonan, “NE” Regina, has returned from an extended trip to the south, where he was awakened by the robins for the last month. He found the ground covered with snow here. Bro. McMurphy, bid in Regina second, east end, and third is now on bulletin. Bro. Sherwood will likely secure it. Cert. 434. Bro. Fox, agent Stettler, while at Edmonton, undergoing an operation several weeks, was re- lieved by Bro. Routledge. We regret to hear of the death of Bro. Rodger Johnston, recently in Seattle, and extend our sin- cere sympathy to those who are left to mourn his loss. Bro. P. Moth, agent Bankhead, is on a three months’ vacation, relieved by Bro. R. L. Mcllveen. Airdrie, Innisfail and Leduc nights closed. Bro. F. M. Doherty, from the latter point, going to the newly opened agency at Veteran until the house there for Bro. Thoroughman, who bid it in, is completed. Bro. Gainer, agent Cochrane, is away on leave. Bro. Fowler, who has been sick, has resumed duty at Red Deer days, and Bro. Alderman, Sunalta days, takes second Red Deer. Any brother who has not yet remitted his dues for the half year or for the special schedule assess- ment should “Do it These negotiations cost money and there is no time like the present to put our reserves on a good solid basis again. Div. Cor. CARD QF THANKS. Hoyt, N. B., Jan. 29, 1913. To the Members of the O. R. T., District No. 7, Canadian Pacific Ry. — I desire to express my thanks through The Telegrapher for the beautiful floral tribute and expressions of sympathy tendered me during the sickness and death of my beloved mother. W. N. Duplisea, Cert. 1136. CARD OF THANKS. Port Moody, B. C.. Jan. 24, 1913. I wish to thank my many brothers, for their kindness shown me and the beautiful floral offering presented by them at the death of my father. E. A. Bray, Cert. 371. .Alberta Division, District No. 2 — Business has quieted down until spring and several of the dgents are losing some of their staffs in consequence. Bros. Finkle at Innisfail, Walklcy at Olds, Hall at Alix and Fox at Stettler, all having to part with an assistant each. Bro. L. G. Tallman has resumed after two weeks’ vacation, Bro. A. J. Farley going to Sunalta days. Bro. H. S. Rick, “CG” Calgary third, goes there days also. Bro. Colin Johnson, Hector days, is on leave, owing to his father’s sickness. Bro. C. T. Buckingham, Lacombc days, relieved by Bro. Fleming, nights there, relieved Bro. Kent, agent Stromc, owing to his father’s death, and also relieved Bro. Donlcvy, agent Red Deer, while on a trip cast to bring Mrs. Donlevy back. Lloyd Wilfong, bid in Coronation nights. Bro. Elliott, at Federal, keeps a sharp lookout for any who are not right up to date. New York Central R. R. Putnam Dizision — At the Putnam Division meeting in Elmsford, January 21st, fifteen members were present, in- cluding Local Chairman Bro. Spaulding, of the Harlem Division. Several important questions were brought before the attention of the members and properly discussed. Bro. Strevcr was ap- pointed an assistant on the local board of adjust- ment, vice Bro. Wagner, whose domestic duties obliged him to resign. Bro. Travis, agent Getty Square, has been ap- pointed to the extra dispatcher’s position at White Plains while Dispatcher Brown is In California, relieved by Bro. Silver, from third 155th street, and he by Bro. Dunning. Bro. Wall, relief agent, is covering second 'Van Cortlandt tower, and Miss- Peterson Van Cort- landt agency pending bids. None received yet. Dunwoodie and Mt. Hope stations were broken into one night recently. Bio. Slater, postmaster Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 413 Mt. Hope, and Bro. Grecnwalt, at Dunwoodie, re- ported only trifling losses. The robbers have not yet been caught. Bro. Teachman is back at Nepera Park, after several weeks’ illness. Bro. Brandon is now extra on the Harlem Divi- sion. Bro. Keating, from the Harlem Division, is relieving Mr. Crowley, second Elmsford, while on the sick list. This position is now on bulletin. Mr. Crowley goes on the extra list. Bro. Nicker- son, Harlem Division relief agent, relieved the agent at Elmsford while attending court. Bro. Strever has been relieving at various places recently, closing Millwood as a block office at 3 p. m. Changes at Yorktown Heights open a first trick assistant agent and telegrapher position there, cov- ered by Luke Dolan pending bids. Bro. Cuddy, agent Mahopac, off sick for few days, was relieved by Bro. Nickerson, from the Harlem Division. Bro. McMahon is In the poultry business, and will be able to supply the housekeeping brothers with fresh eggs and “foul.” Bro. Shannon visited in New York over Sunday recently. Boomer. Hudson Division— We had a good meeting February 18th, well attended by brothers from the north end and also from Poughkeepsie and vicinity. We are very sorry to hear of the death of Bro. J. M. Clark's wife, Bro. Manlon’s mother, and Bro. Frank Morrison, formerly our B. S. 82. Bro. Morrison had not been employed for two years on account of his health, but still retained his membership. He leaves a wife and daughter to mourn his loss. We extend to our brothers and the bereaved relatives our fraternal sympathy in their sad bereavements. L. T. Romaine bid in second S. S. 52, Bro. W. E. McCormack second S. S. 41, Bro. McNIven third S. S. 77, and Bro. A. P. Rightmyer third S. S. 78. We are sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Gal- lagher, station agent at Oscawana. Bro. Slater, S. S. 60, has been off on account of the death of his brother’s son. Bro. G. W. Fay, relief out of Peekskill, is at “SO.” S. S. 75 has been made an operating tower on account of contractors’ work, with Bro. D. C. Allardice on first, Mr. Huddleston on second and a block man on third. The only thing that mars the appearance of the new $35,000 station at Staatsburg is that Patsey, the agent, does not carry an up-to-date card. We hope he will put on the finishing touch by taking out one and making the town solid O. R. T. Mr. Lewis, third S. S. 78, has gone to third S. S. 76, and Mr. Kling, third S. S. 76, to third S. S. 45. F. H. Coleman, while in New York for the eye test, took in the hippodrome. On January 27th a blast set off near S. S. 87 flew directly across the track and demolished the tower, pinning Bro. Taylor and two other men, who happened to be there at the time, beneath the ruins. All three were quite badly hurt, but are expected to pull through. Bro. Taylor was taken to the Hudson hospital, and we hope for his speedy recovery. He was relieved on first by Bro. Boucher. Now that the firemen are in a fair way to have an early settlement, our general comrfiittee is ex- pecting to meet the management at any time, as Mr. Crowley has advised he will see them at the earliest possible date. The firemen certainly de- serve great praise for the stand they have taken in regard to arbitration, and we congratulate them on their victory in securing it under the Erdman law. The election of local chairman on the Hudson Division has been quite a lively affair. Wheij the successful candidate is announced the brothers must all stand by him and work together for the welfare of the entire Order. “United we stand; divided we fall.” Our paid general chairman, Bro. Morey, cer- tainly made good on the Mohawk Division in Janu- ary, and we hope to have him with us on the Hudson Division soon. The extra men working out of Poughkeepsie seem to keep busy most of the time. Bro. W. O. Sloane, Hudson ticket office days, has been appointed ticket agent at Poughkeepsie. We are glad to have him with us and congratulate him upon his advancement and hope he goes still higher. Bro. Burger, assistant agent Hyde Park, has been acting as night ticket agent and operator at Hudson. All you brothers who can make good train con- nections come to the meetings and help make them more interesting. A. A. S., Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to bis . home our beloved brother, Frank Morrison, in manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Hudson Divi- sion No. 8, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the bereaved family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. F. P. Fraleigh, O. W. Clowe, C. A. Rote, Committee. Buffalo Division — Bro. C. E. Currie bid in second Sanborn, on the Rochester Division. Bro. J. H. Ricker, third S. S. 61, relieved on third S. S. 65 while J. Waugh did relief work in Buffalo. Digitized by Google

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414 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. J. S. Grice, second at S. S. “F," was re- lieved recently by J. P. Currie. Bro. P. Flanagan, first S. S. 65, off owing to illness, was relieved by Bro. H. Parker, and he at Tonawanda Jet. by T. A. Cruise. Bro. O. A. Siehl, third S. S. 59, had a hot time one cold night recently. The tower caught tire about 4 a. m., and the upper part was badly burned. Temporary repairs were made and all work is again being done from the tower. Bro. H. Parker relieved Bro. C. Sandford, sec- ond S. S. “H,” while he relieved Bro. J. J. Fisher, second S. S. 47. Bro. F. Bishop, second, and F. D. Tubbs, first S. S. “C,” have each been relieved by Mr. Lang- ford for a few tricks. Bro. W. Palmer relieved Bro. J. A. McLaugh- lin, second S. S. “G,” while he was at S. S. 65. Bro. J. F. Farrell, second S. S. 53, has been ^nominated for local chairman, to run against Bro. O. A. Siehl, our present chairman, who is up for re-election. Cert. 7*0. Electric Division — Only about one-tenth 1 f the members on this division have been attending the meetings. If you are ashamed because you have not attended heretofore, that can easily be overcome by start- ing right away in doing your share as a member of the O. R. T. Get started once and you will find it isn't so difficult as you think to go and tell what is needed most in your department. You will be surprised at the results that can be ob- tained by just giving a few hours of your time once a month. Unless you do this, you are just barely meeting the obligations required to keep you from being classed with the nons. It is just as much of a business matter to you to attend the meetings of your division as it is to the com- pany for you to make up your daffy report. Start now and have every brother you come in contact with attend also. Attending the meetings will encourage us to get after the nons and swell our membership. When a schedule is issued you may be able to point out to a brother one of the grievances which has been corrected by attending a few meetings a year and becoming better acquainted with what is being done and with the other brothers. Please be as prompt as possible in the pay- ment of your dues. Do not let yourself get de- linquent, thus causing an expense and making work for both your G. S. & T. and L. C. They are both willing to work, but they can use that time by lining up the nons. Keep after the non- members; show them the benefits of belonging to our organization. Keep the local chairman posted on the new men, so he can transfer them to No. 8; also let your correspondent know of it, so he will be able to have a good write-up in The Telegrapher every month. Bro. Seamon, while off recently on account of one of his houses burning down, was relieved by Bro. Smith. He has our sympathy in the loss of his property. Bro. Collins was suspended three days for miss- ing the U. S. mail. The parcel post and express are very heavy now. Bro. Van Dow has returned from a trip south, relieved by Relief Assistant Birchard, Jr. Bro. C. E. Brown, relief signalman, suffering with la grippe, has been ordered to the country for a couple of weeks by his doctor. We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. Van Hatten’s smiling countenance Is seen at “MO” again. We trust his recovery is per- manent. Bro. J. T. Connors is convalescing after an operation for appendicitis, and we hope to soon see him on duty. Bro. J. Tyrell is being congratulated on appre- hending a couple of trunk robbers, who are now in the New Haven, Conn., jail. When they came to the window he sized them up as “crooks.” Bro. Roselle is nursing a severe cold, caused by bis anxiety to wear his new Easter suit on a recent Sunday when the temperature stood at 60 degrees. He is wearing his overcoat now. Bro. Beard gets the “Q” p. m. trick. Miss McKeon, who has been on the sick list several weeks, we are glad to learn, will soon be able to resume duty. Bro. Toman is relieving Bro. Bowdish, and Bros. Combs, Jagger and Smith relieved the boys while they were qualifying. Bro. Loring was relieved a few days by Mr. Taylor. Answer your calls promptly, boys. “SN” will appreciate it. Bro. Loring second “OW,” bid in second “BN,” Bro. Gallagher going to second “MX” and Mr. Campbell bid in second “HM.” The new “CR" is to have 63 working levers out of 7a, and the “HM” 1 13 out of 128. These are some jobs. Bro. Donetz is going in the commercial service. Boys, get after the nons. A list of them will be furnished you on application. There is no. reason why they should not join. Remember, “No card, no favors.” Bro. Borrin, while off on account of sickness, was relieved by Bros. Buady and Leonard, and Bro. Fennessy, also off sick, by Bro. Cummings. Bro. Collins has been appointed division corre- spondent. Send any changes, etc., to him at Bronxville, N. Y. Bro. Purcell, from the A. C. L., is relieving Bro. Downing, our relief agent. Bro. Collins, suspended three days for failing to dispatch the U. S. M., was relieved by Bro. Taylor. Bro. Rubin, while visiting friends in Boston, was relieved by Bro. Purcell. The meeting at the Odd Fellows' Hall, White Plains, N. Y., which General Chairman Morey attended, was largely attended by the boys from the Hudson, Electric and Putnam Divisions. Re- freshments were served. Bro. Alrutz has been relieving on first “NW.” It is now Bro. Otis at “PF” third, also Bro. Minneki. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 415 I hope the boys will send me some notes and notice of any changes that may occur, In order that we may have a good write-up each month. Boys, try and arrange to be wittf us at our next meeting. A non residing in the district of “SG** is draw- ing $85 a month, enjoying the benefits reaped through the O. R. T., runs the bluff that he is a member in good standing, when he never had a card. “The Owl” and “CE,” Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom, has deemed it best to call to her heavenly home the beloved mother of our brother, H. G. Stringham, therefore be it Resolved , That we, the members of Electric and G. C. Terminal Divisions, System Division No. 8, extend to our brother our heartfelt sym- pathy in his hour of grief, and commend him for guidance and strength to an all-wise % Ruler; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes, a copy forwarded to the bereaved brother, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. Geo. P. Alrutz, H. D. Murty, F. D. Lester, Committee. Monon Route. Second Division — The meetings held recently have proven very successful. The one at Greencastlc was well at- tended, nearly all the boys able to be present were there. Bro. Newman was with us and everybody enjoyed a good time. We have not heard anything frdtn the boys on the first district They will have to keep stepping on the north end if they wish to keep pace with the south end. Bro. Spear, taken suddenly ill recently, is now confined to his bed. We hope him a speedy recovery. • The new wye at Bainbridge was put into service February aist, and we will again enjoy the pleas- ures of the “BI” turns. Mr. McManus and Mr. Stemm have arranged to stop the fast trains to let the boys off returning from the meetings. They have refused tipae and time again to stop these heavy trains for revenue business and we should show that we appreciate such favors by giving them the best possible serv- ice. Bro. Hunt, is on first Orleans, while Bro. Shougb is in south end “AD” dispatcher’s office days. Ex-Bro. Martin is on second Orleans. The nons in “AD** should consider the good service they are given by the boys along the line and help a good cause along by taking out an up to date. The new depot at Bainbridge will soon be oc- cupied by .three good brothers. This station is one of the finest along the line and will be a great improvement to the little town of Bainbridge. Bro. Dermieh, is on second Crawfordsville, Telegrapher Williams being in the Indianapolis hospital. We wish him a quick recovery. We want to see the first division wake up. The I. & Lj, and B. & 8. branches are solid, and this division is also solid, with the exception of one or two. The meeting held at Orleans on February 23d, was well attended, and the conditions and general business was taken up through the usual chan- nel. There were three or four of the boys down that way who could have attended this meeting whom I failed to see there. Boys, attend the meet- ings; you will never regret it Try it just once. The rate for March is $7.92, and you may re- ceive the papers from any of the brothers. There are several offices along this division with four members. That is a very good showing. If any of the one-man jobs are not lined up, they should do it immediately. Let*s have another one of those good meetings soon again. Cert. 14. Norfolk & Western Ry. Glasgow to fVinston-Salem — Recent changes are: Bro. D. L. Besserman, from third “GA” to third “HA;” second Henry, bid in by Mr. Hudson; third “MB” by Bro. Mc- Cauley; third Ridgway, Bro. J. V. Murray; second Bro. D. C. Skinnel, on extra list by the closing of second Price; Bro. A. E. Strode bid in third Walnut Cove; Madison third closed; our local chairman, Bro. E. B. Spedden, agent Shepherdstown, W. Va., bid in second Winston-Salem; Bro. Davis is on third North Roanoke, and Bro. Ramsey on third Starkey, Va. Night Chief Bowler and Dispatchers Franklin and Lackes, are on the sick list, Mr. Lackes be- ing relieved by Extra Dispatcher Bender, from first “MG’* wire. We miss “DO*' and his vibro. Extra Dispatcher Bender and Third Trick Dis- patcher Moffit, are doubling Mr. Franklin's trick and Third Dispatcher Apple, from the Valley, is acting chief, relieved by Extra Dispatcher George. Mr. Gaines, extra, is on third “FO.” Business is good and all the extras are making full time. Hope some one will give us a write-up for next month. Yours for a monthly write-up. Mutt and Jeff, Cert. 1044. IN MEMORIAM. Radford Division — Whereas. Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness has deemed it best to call to his reward, our beloved brother, T. H. Wilkinson, of Narrows, Va., and Whereas, The telegraphers of the Norfolk and Western Railway, System Division 14, have lost one of the oldest telegraphers in the service, and a true and loyal member; therefore, be it Resolved , That we the members of the Rad- ford Division, of the Norfolk and Western Rail- Digitized by Google

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416 The Railkoad Telegrapher. way, System Division 14, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the sorrowing wife and children of our departed brother, our sincere and heart- felt sympathy, in this, their dark hour of sadness and sorrow, and commend them to the divine Ruler, who doeth all things well, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the wife of our deceased brother, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. W. A. T. Overstreet, A. B. Cord, R. G. Gardner, Committee. Michigan Central R. R. Brp. Thaddeus B. Moon, agent at Dearborn, who had been failing for some time, died at the Boulevard Sanitarium, Detroit, February 5th. He was a Christian gentleman, a good citizen, a de- voted husband and father and a worthy and be- loved member of this brotherhood. He left a wife and a son, who have our deepest sympathy. Funeral services were held at Dearborn, February 8th, and the remains were taken to his old home at Holcomb, N. Y., for interment. A large number of new members have been added to our rolls recently, and the man outside of his fraternity on the Michigan Central, is something of a curiosity. We welcome the new- comers, and trust the sum total of fraternalism has been augmented by their accession. For we must be fraternal, brothers. In the last analysis every action must be actuated by selfish motives, but let us be wisely selfish. And the most en- lightened selfishness teaches the lesson that the masses of people should do away with body and soul-killing competition among themselves. Unions of workers are co-operative societies, which in many ways increase the remuneration and lighten the burdens of its members, and that worker who spurns the organization, and fails in the duty of being one of its units, is truly a renegade to his kind. The world is hungering and thirsting for brotherhood; let us live up to the opportunities, be brotherly and make our world a brighter, bet- ter place of habitation. Ere this is in print our local chairman and rep resentatives to the convention at Baltimore will be elected. Our only concern should be thot tho.^e selected will give to the work the best attention, and keep our society in the largest degree of usefulness. Bro. Collins, extra, from the Middle Division, went to Dearborn agency, pending the appoint- ment of a regular man to succeed Bro. Moon, de- ceased. It is understood that Bro. C. J. Be mo, agent Metamora, gets the agency regular. Bro. L. E. Peters, first Wayne, agreeably sur- prised us by attending the last regular meeting at Detroit. He should come oftener. Bro. Mark Whitman, first Ypsifcmti, off some time on account of the illness of his mother and inability of securing anyone to care for her, was relieved by J. O. Lindsey, from the Middle Divi sion. Brother O. D. Cummings, second Ypsilanti, is the same care-free, jolly fellow of yore. Verily, Father Time has no terrors for the likes of him. Pleasant Avenue tower is a three trick job now, manned by Bros. Prancke, Armstrong and Pat Collins; a pretty husky job — twenty-eight levers and more coming. Located at the junction of the Dearborn branch of the Toledo Division, and sort of takes the place of the old double track switch, although the latter has not been entirely dispensed with. It is now Bro. W. P. Flinchem, second hours Ecorse. The Detroit and Toledo Division branches of the Michigan Central and Lake Shore have been joined in an agreement whereby the two single track lines are operated as a double track; all M. C. and L. S. & M. S. southbound trains using the Lake Shore track, and the northbound trains using the Michigan Central track. At some of the offices, this results in doing away with all the train orders, as the “no-order” system is in use, and makes quite a change in the character of the work. Bro. G. H. Hanlon, in “F” Detroit for some time, has returned to third, Ann Arbor, his regu- lar position for several years. A new trick has been put on at Grass Lake, hours 1 a. m. to 10 p. m., filled by Mr. Spooner, with whom the writer has not had the oppor- tunity of an acquaintance. This gives Bro. Art. Collins hours from 10 a. m. to 7 p. m. Metamora agency and second and third hours North Yard arc bulletined, the' two latter as a result of the resignation of G. E. Speas and Bro. Arthur Easterle; the former going into life insurance business, the latter into the railway mail service. We wish both the largest measure of success. Telegraphers are scarce on the Michigan Central. Quite a number of new offices will probably be opened when men can be found for them. A man was sent to Ann Arbor, the first exclu- sive agency to be filled since these positions were included in our schedule without being bulletined. The matter was taken up with the proper au- thority, the bulletin put out and the matter will now be settled on its merits. All our members should understand that va cancies in exclusive agencies and tower positions included in our schedule will be bulletined, and ail are privileged to bid on them. This should prompt all to fit themselves, so when a more responsible position is vacant, they may have an opportunity to acquire it. Bro. G. A. Thompson, has returned to “F” De- troit, after trying out another position for sev- eral months. George was lonesome without the tickers. Miss Dottie Whitney, daughter of Bro. Whitney, agent Newport, who has been studying nursing at Grace Hospital, Detroit, has been obliged, on account of the condition of her health, to retire Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 417 for a time, for a complete rest. Miss Whitney is a most charming and estimable girl, and her many friends sincerely pray for a speedy return of the best of health. Bros. Rossow, Eberlein and the capable assist- ants at Alexis and tower “K” are busy men. A new’ office is to be opened at Toledo Belt with three operators, who will do the Toledo yard dis- patching. Sister I. N. Lewis, second Utica, has an inter- esting idea to the effect that pins with the insignia of the Order should be so constructed that they may be fastened to a lady’s waist. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased the all- wise Creator to remove from our midst, our beloved brother, Thaddeus B. Moon, and Whereas, Although we believ;e he has been translated to a higher existence, and brighter, bet- ter being, yet wc, liis brothers, are sorrowful be- cause we are deprived of his companionship; there- fore, be it Resolved , That we extend to the bereaved family such comfort and consolation as it is pos- sible for mortals to give in such an exceeding great affliction, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these proceedings be sent to the bereaved family, and also a copy for publication in the Official Journal of our brother- hood, The Railroad Telegrapher. W. H. Com i ns, $1. J. Carey, Geo. A. Thompson, Committee. Michigan Central R. R. Notes — Sister Maroney, second Ann Arbor, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Maceldowney.. Bro. Gillette relieved Bro. Tapley on the new Grass Lake job pending its assignment, and Bro. Tapley relieved Bro. Miller at Harris tower a few days. Later Bro. Gillette relieved Bro. Avery at Three Rivers, owing to Illness in his family. Bro. Martung, Fabius, relieved Bro. Hutchins a few nights at Homer tower third. Bro. Bowlly, Tobias days, has resigned and will go to Canada. Bro. Yonkers, agent Findley, resigned to go into business, relieved by Bro. Gillette. The telegraphers at Albion are to be put in the tower there, which will make their pay aver- age about $82.50 days and $80 for the two night tricks. Bro. Fitch is relieving there while the men learn the tower, and one of the freight clerks will be acting ticket clerk. Albion agency is on bulletin. The furnace at Dowagiac broke down recently, with the weather at zero, ancj Bros. Schell and Rourke were nearly frozen. Bro. C. M. Keefe, relieved by Telegrapher Lindsay returned. Dispatcher Whaliban, on the East Division third while Dan moved to Jackson from Detroit. We had a nice meeting in Jackson recently, when we presented Local Chairman Brown with a fine traveling bag as a slight token of esteem from the brothers. Among those who attended were Bros. Bennett and Virgo, Niles; Barron and Schell, Dowagiac, and Barron, from Lawton. An official once stated that if union men attended their meetings like they do the moving-picture show’s, their schedules would show a much higher rate. You day men should take advantage of the privilege you have to attend. Bro. Hawkins, chief clerk South Bend, bid in Cassopolis agency. Bro. Carter relieved Dispatchers Bros. Phillips, Ed Whalihan, Smith and Brown, also Bros. Mead, Cavanaugh, Kinclive and Bro. Fitch at Valley tor their one-day vacations. Bro. Phillips relieved Night Chief Van Wagner while he was relieving Chief Dispatcher Gardner. Bro. Wicks relieved Bro. Case while off with a sprained arm from falling on the. ice. Bro. Cummins is relieving on second main line, Bro. O’Hearn laying off and may resign to enter other business. Bro. Weeks, extra dispatcher, was relieved by Bro. Harry Fitch at "SF” Jackson while his wife was undergoing a serious operation, whom we arc glad to learn, is recovering nicely. Bro. LaValley is now in “SF” days, Bro. Douglas on report, Bro. B. H. Butler on 4:30 p. m. to 2 a. m., and Bro Chappie on late nights, each with thirty min- utes off to eat. Bro. Schell, Dowagiac days, while off with the grippe, was relieved by Bro. Rourke, of second there. Dowagiac may be reopened continuously soon, the third to act as baggageman also. Head-in signals have been installed at Parma, Augusta, Miller and Glenwood, to be operated by selector sets in the dispatcher’s office, to avoid putting telegraphers in these offices. General Superintendent Brown was over the road recently on an inspection trip with “GNG” 34- Bro. Ryan, Marshall, while attending a funeral was relieved by Bro. Harold Fitch. Bro. Butler relieved at Niles while off sick by Bro. Martin, and Barron Lake nights closed — no telegraphers. Bro. Beckwith, of the Grank Trunk, was a recent caller at Niles. Glad to have boys call. Repeaters for the South Bend Division have been put in at Niles. A new telegraph office is to be built there this spring on the ground floor, next to the dining hall. Bro. Wherle has returned to Vandalia, and Bro. Lindsey is relieving Bro. Keefe at Kalamazoo. “No order” system will be installed on the main line, Detroit to Chicago, about March 1st, which may open Batsford as a telegraph office. Eaton Rapids days, bulletined at $57.50 a month, was taken up with the officials by Bro. Brown, and now pays $65. The ice run at Barron Lake is in charge of Conductor Dunham, who has been ordered to get his own orders on the phone to save the price of a telegrapher there. Don’t let any petty differences keep von from getting your new card. If you have a grievance, Digitized by Google

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418 The Railroad Telegrapher. don’t tell it to the way-freight crew until you tell it to the chairman. I hope we can show a solid front when we apply for a new schedule for the telegraphers, agents, dispatchers and towcrmen, and I believe we will. Please send all the news you can to me at Niles, or to Bro. Culkins at Albion. I desire to thank Bro. Gillette for his timely items. Fraternally, J. I. N., Div. Coy Western Division — Bro. Thomas, first St. Joseph, resigned, and Telegrapher Bradford, a new man, bid it in. Bro. Glover, promoted to Porter agency, re- lieved on Galien first by Bro. O’Connor on bid, who later returned to New Buffalo, relieved by Bro. John Carlson, of Galien, on bid, and second nights there is now up for bids. Bro. Parker relieved O’Connor at New Buffalo while at Galien. Bro. Fone, “TY” Michigan City, gets the new night telegraph job there — 10 p. m. to 8 a. m., * with one hour off for supper — $65 and Sunday overtime. This gives Bro. Quance, extra dis- patcher, 8 a. m. till 6 p. m., with dinner hour. He formerly worked tSvelve hours. Bro. Herran, third trick dispatcher Michigan City, was off a few nights sick, relieved by Bro. Ault, extra dispatcher, with Bro. Parker on nights. Would like to have the boys send me a few notes from the west end, as I haven’t seen any lately. I just picked up these few. Div. Cor. Pennsylvania R. R. Lines East. Williamsport Division — It is very gratifying to know that the boys are working so hard, and that they are taking such an active part ih their own affairs. They have paid up far better this dues period than at any other time in the history of the organiza- tion, and it is making all the old members of old Division No. a 4 sit up and take notice. It all shows what can be done when the men take an active interest and get out among them and hustle. New members are also being secured. Several in January and in February, and others promised certain for March, all of which speaks for our progressiveness. Progress is the watchword. It has been the guiding star for the past year or more especially, and those who are at the head of the movement deserve great credit for what they have done for the telegraphers on the Williamsport and Susque- hanna Divisions. Boys, never get discouraged; though dark at times the clouds may be, the sun is yet shining behind them, and will again appear brighter each time than before. The way of life is not all sunshine, and we must expect to find the hand of the enemy work- ing hard to destroy that which we have been years in working up to, where we now manage our affairs. Those men, if we may call them such, will have many days of regret and remorse, and later on in life will be left with a sting in their hearts that will take years to efface. Brothers, beware of those who have sown the seeds of disorganization on the Pennsylvania lines, who say they represent labor. Beware of what you say and to whom you say it, too. As sure as light dispels darkness, the day is coming when men will awaken to the truth. Here’s to the men who laugh In the face of grim despair, Who gather the tares and chaff. But sow with a cheerful air. Here’s to the smiling men Who, giving, can take a blow, And rise to the fight again When others have laid them low. Here’s to the men who grin. When plans that they build go wrong, And straightway new plans begin. With courage and purpose strong. Here’s to the glad, brave men Who, battling, expect a bruise, And rise to the fight again, Undaunted by fights they lose. Here’s to the men who smile With faith in the morning light. And bravely await the while Till victory crowns their fight. Here’s to the fighting men, That always need not succeed To rise to the fight -again — The brave in defeat we need. Sister K. S. Kelly, second at “FN” tower, Glen Union, bid in 2:30 to 11:30 p. m. trick at “CX,” Lewisburg. We all hope she will like the new job and wish her success on the L. & T. branch. Bro. C. E. Dersham and wife spent his relief day with his parents at Mifflinburg, to get some of mother’s “eats.” Bro. C. E. Lacey, third “MR,” bid in “HY” nights, yardmaster’s office, Williamsport, new posi- tion. Look out for the “Billtown” girls, Charles. Bros. G. E. McCloskey and H. W. Taylor visited Bro. Joe Schlotman recently. All brothers who can should visit him. He has been off sick since December 16th, and will be glad and cheered to have the brothers call on him. We all hope tor his speedy recovery. The brothers responded nobly to the contribution raised for him, about $90 br- ing raised. It will be welcomed and appreciated by Bro. Schlotman and family. It is now Bro. V. A. Peck, third at “RK,” making it solid like many other offices. Bro. Lustig has his “drag-net” out for a number of others, and prospects are good for a large catch this month. Bro. R. S. Frey and family recently visited among friends at Millersburg. Bro. Frey can give you any needed information on fanning or poultry raising. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 419 Susquehanna Division — Bro. G. H. Wetzel, third “RV,” goes to Sun- bury every week to recite his musical lesson to Prof. Rothermel. George is getting to be quite a good pianist; when convenient call on him for a few selections. Bro. J. H. Zerbe, first “BA,” vice-president, Dal- matia State Bank, made a business trip to Sha- mokin recently. Bro. S. W. Reic hen bach bid in third “HU” tower. He can now board at home and enjoy mother's pies and cakes. Bro. W. E. Williams, first “VN,” makes fre- quent trips to Herndon. Probably he can get his shoes repaired cheaper in Herndon than in Dau- phin. Perhaps he likes Daisies? H. J. Engle, second “RV,” assisted the orchestra in rendering music for the Local Teachers’ Insti- tute held in the L. & R. Church, February aist. A. L. Grimm and L. W. Auchmuty will join shortly. Both are fine young fellows and attend strictly to business. Bros. Zerbe and J. A. Frank are responsible for that beautiful vocal music you hear when you pass Dalmatia, “BA” tower. They enjoy enter- taining their friends. The old “Susky” Division is right there when it comes to music, and Bro. Frank is some “basso.” Brothers, again I ask you: When you know of any news, However little it may be, Write it down and send to me. “Steve.” Renovo Dixnsion, West End — Miss Wood, first Jacksons, receives first, and Miss Shearer, “HR” tower, Shinetown second, re* ceives second “US,” Erie passenger station. It is now Bro. Goodis, third Wistar. Bro. L. R. Burlingame was on second “RM” a few days, owing to the shortage of men; Mrs. Geary, Kane message office, relieving him on second “KZ.” Bro. Keepe, agent Elgin, on sick list a few days, was relieved by Extra Agent Bridle. W. S. Barner, Div. Cor. Allegheny Division — Brothers and sisters, pay your dues promptly, do not get discouraged, and support your com- mittee to the finish. We are going to see it through no matter how long it takes. Urge every brother and sister you come in touch with to pay theirs also, and urge all the desirable nons you can to give us their support. See them imme- diately after they get off of the pay car, and you will likely secure their applications. The writer called on a certain non during January and again in February, making sure before ringing the door bell that he was at home, but on both occasions he sent some one else to tell me that he was not at home. A man without principle enough to face you and tell you that he does not want to join, is hardly worth wasting your time on, as he could hardly be trusted after you did get him. Double track is now being laid between Prentice and Sedgwick, and between Foxburg and Emlenton. The brothers at these ends of double track jobs will soon have plenty of grief handling work trains. East Sandy block station and freight and ticket office has been abolished, and the telegraph office moved to the extreme south end of old Sandy siding, into one of the old variety of towers which sets on the ground with just room enough for one man and a stove. With all the telephones it makes it pretty crowded. Mr. Barras, formerly on first, will displace Bro. Golden on second. Bro. Watson, first at Pump House, extra, has been enjoying the shows at the Orphium Theater. Bro. Lowery has joined the gymnasium to re- duce his avoirdupois. Bro. C. O. Will, relief operator, was on one of the fast lines in Washington, D. C., during the presidential inauguration. Bro. Emil Marshall was off recently, owing to the death of his sister. The brother and family have our heartfelt sympathy. Bro. J. J. Burns recently visited friends over Sunday in Pittsburg. Bro. E. S. Seybert was off several days re- cently, having injured his knee while pushing his boat in the icy river. Result of last bids: F. E. Wiley, third “YR;” C. F. Shaffer, third “GH;” W. M. Knight, third “NY;” C. B. Johnston, third “RD;” E. H. Smith, third “DS;” H. J. Shively, third “SY;” L. A. Crouse, third “AC;” L. C. Buzzard, second “HJ;” A. B. Caldwell, second “WR;” T. W. Pringle, second “DS;” C. C. Aber, second “SY;” O. M. Connor, first “HJ,” and W. E. Sipson, first “DS.” Several new members have been secured re- cently. Bro. D. F. Parke was a recent Kittanning visitor. Brothers, send in your items. I had very little assistance with this w'rite-up. All lend a helping hand. Don’t forget the convention at Baltimore, in May, commencing the second Monday. All the brothers and sisters in good standing are per- fectly welcome to attend the convention in Balti- more,, commencing the second Monday in May. They will be allowed a seat in the convention and permitted to attend any of the sight-seeing trips which the committee has arranged for, free of charge. Cert. 18. Buffalo Division — General Chairman Miller, who recently cov- ered the system, gave us an idea of Just what we were up against on the Pennsy at this time, and those who attended the meetings were pleased to know ^Hat we had such an able brother at the head of the organization on this great system. The sacrifices the members of our committee have made to carry out our wishes shows that they are honest and upright men who are deserving of the support and sympathy of every union man on this road. No question is settled until it is settled right. Our committee is striving to have the differences among the men on the system and the Digitized by Google

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420 The Railroad Telegrapher. management settled right, and will not stop so long as the membership support it. The union man who stands firm and has his card to show where he is, will realize the benefits to which he is entitled only by the organized efforts of the men and women who toil. We must show the nons that it is to their interest to help pull instead of riding all the time and enjoy- ing the benefits other men and women pay and work for. Pass your journal out to them and show them what organized labor and the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has done and will continue to do. Point out to them the eight-hour day, better working conditions, increase in salary, pass privileges, and the many other advantages secured loo numerous to mention. Begin the good work by landing the non who works with you. He only needs to be shown. Quite a number have joined lately, and if we will all do our part, before June 30th we can hold our own with the other well- organized divisions on the system. Bro. J. F. Phillips’ health, we are glad to note, is somewhat improved. Bro. Odell is on the school board in his dis- trict. Don’t forget to pay your dues and the $1 to the convention fund. I hope to go to the con- vention, and all should go who have the oppor- tunity. It’s worth taking in. All get busy and send some notes to the local chairman before the twentieth, so we can have a write-up each month. “Indian.” Baltimore Division — The Baltimore Division held its regular meet- ing at the Huntingdon Hall, with a large attend- ance. Bro. J. F. Miller, general chairman, deliv- ered a timely address, which was greatly appre- ciated. Bro. Tom Brenize, the secretary, also gave the men some good advice. Dr. J. B. Sebas- tian, as usual, told some of the old-time experi- ences. Bro. L. II. N'elspn entertained quite a few of the .O. R. T. boys and their wives at his fine country home recently. Bro. Tom Fidler has been on the Schuylkill Division lately and secured quite a number of new members. Bro. Josiah Beshore, one of the oldest oper- ators on the Baltimore Division, dropped dead February 23d. He was well liked by all the men on this division. We extend our sympathy to his family. C. M. Thompson, the oldest telegrapher on the Pennsylvania Railroad, died at his home in Baltimore, Md., February 5th. He allowed his membership to lapse just about six months ago. There are a few vacancies on this division up for bid that pay fair salaries. Boys, you have an opportunity to bid on them now — a concession secured by the Order, and it ought to be appre- ciated. The convention committee is working overtime making preparations for the entertainment of the delegates and friends who will attend this session of the Grand Division. We propose to make it \ an event long to be remembered by the teleg- raphers of this country. Bros. J. E. Smith and A. K. Hoyer are look- ing after the men on the upper end, so that every man will have a card when the convention comes. Bro. C. S. Lowe and family recently took a trip to New Freedom, Pa. Bros. Burns, Talbott, Winstanley, Tracey, Mayes and Hetrick arc visiting Baltimore right often. They ought to get married and save their money. Bro. C. E. Daugherty, of the Western Mary- land, sends fraternal greetings to all his friends on the P. R. R. See that the man who works with you has paid his dues. “Murphy.” West Jersey & Seashore Division — Most of the boys have paid their dues, and those who have not should remember that the time is short until they will he non-bencficial. The members of the other organizations that have been nearly a year trying to get their cases settled and have not yet succeeded, pay up promptly and stick to the rudder that keeps them straight, and herein lies their strength. By paying up promptly you show your appreciation of the efforts and sacri- fices others are making for your welfare, and you will never regret it. Those who have sold their manhood for a few months’ increased salary will sooner or later realize their mistake. Whatever you sow that shall ye also reap. We are glad there are so few of that kind among us. Our elections are over, and we hope those elected will be able to do their part in the matter of negotiations. We have not asked for any- thing that can not be very easily remedied. Every- body give them a loyal support and victory is ours. Try to reduce General Secretary and Treasurer Nightingale’s work by prompt payment of dues and answering communications. He is a faithful and hard worker who deserves the plaudits of all the members in Division 17. The West Jersey & Seashore is highly honored to have one of its number hold this position of trust, as well as the membership , at large. Give him encourage- ment and a good word, and don’t “knock.” We hope he will be re-elected to assist our general chairman in an efficient and up-to-date manner. Out of 650, all have left except 27 in the other so-called organization on the P. & R., the others having organized what they call the I. O. R. E. A new order just issued prevents a telegrapher from relieving an agent or an agent from reliev- ing a telegrapher. Relief schedules Nos. 3 and 5 have been annulled, and Bro. Fitzgerald and So- fronski been given the right to claim their seni- ority rights on this division, which will probably cause some “bumping.” F. Smith, agent Darctown, N. J.. has been very sick with typhoid fever, caused by inhaling the gas from the soft coal which is being burned in the station office stoves for the first time this winter, as a matter of economy. Extra Agent Digitized by Google

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421 The Railroad Telegrapher. 4 Thompson is relieving him. Fred and his brother have bought a farm near Monroeville, which they are going to till next summer. Bro. C. Elmer, Bridgeton, among the first to get his vacation for 1913, was relieved by Mr. Godfrey, and he by Joe Corsiglia, whose promise is still pending. Bro. DeHaven has been transferred from South Vineland to Absecon, N. J., agency, vice Agent Smith, transferred to Penn’s Grove, N. J. Among those who bid in positions recently are: Wm. J. Robinson first and C. J. Anchor second Paulsboro, N. J.; J. W. Campbell first and P. T. Heaton second Gibbstown, N. J. ; Elmer Hill first and Howard Cheeseman second Bridgeport, N. J.; L. E. Spyes first and Nelson Stevens second Ped- ricktown, N. J. ; H. Stewart, second Penn’s Grove, N. J., and E. Marshall, second Clarksboro, N. J. All these tricks open at 4:30 a. m. and pay $57.70, our minimum on this division. J. R. Helm, agent Glassboro, has been appointed supervising agent, effective March 1, 1913. G. B. Rudisill, assistant division operator, has been appointed chairman of the safety committee and also inspects the high-explosive regulations. The latter was relieved by J. N. Justice. N. J. Renner was appointed agent Belleplain, N. J. Div. Cor. Sunbury Division — Bros. G. C. Vandling and Nucklas, were recent Lewistown, Pa., visitors. Bro. E. W. Trexlcr is now in Texas. Owing to sickness no meetings were held dur- ing January and February, but we expect to hold them regularly in future. A number of changes are taking place on the road, some of the older employes have quit or been transferred and a number of new faces arc seen. Be prompt in the payment of dues. If any of the members are in doubt as to certain questions I will be glad to answer letters from those whom I can not personally see. All attend the meetings who possibly can and give the information they learn to those who are not able to be there. Compare conditions ten years ago, when you had to have permission to leave town. Think of the long hours worked and the small wages, and then think what has brought the change. We are only starting in the new era of prosperity for the Pennsylvania operators, and if you will only do your part we are bound to succeed. We are only asking for proper representation by the men elected by the majority of the members. I will do my level best as your chairman or delegate. G. C. Vandling, Chairman. N. Y. C. 6 St. L. R. R. Third District — The February meeting at Bellevue was fairly well attended and much interest shown. Officers were elected and duly installed for the following year as follows: Chief telegrapher, Bro. Ken- worthy; first vice, Bro. L. L. Wagoner; second vice, Bro. I.. Neal; secretary, Bro. Wootlgnr. The newly installed chief appointed Bro.*. Shea as in- side and Bro. Ream as outside sentinels. Loyd Speakman, agent Worstville, and E. W. Longfellow, were elected to membership. Bro. Benskin, appointed agent Colby, vice Bro. Battin, resigned, was relieved on second Colby by Mr. Wells. Bro. E. F. Kelly, second Green Springs Jet., off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Anseberger. We regret to learn that shortly after Bro. Kelly returned to work he was again called away by the serious illness of his sister. A. M. Beck, agent Green Springs Jet., was called to Lancaster, Ohio, by the illness and death of his aged mother. Bro. C. S. Schubert, third Fostoria, off a few days sick, was relieved by R. Q. Ansberger, and later by Bro. Neff. Bro. C. A. Warner is relieving Bro. W. E. Les- lie, agent Briceton. Bro. H. L. Hayzlett bid in second Oakwood, Bro. Leeson resuming third again. Bro. J. G. Adams, agent Melrose, is suffering from attack of rheumatism, but has managed to keep at work. Bro. R. J. Bowman, relieved Bro. C. L. Zim- merman, agent Maple Grove, a few days, did a few days at Colby and Green Springs Jet., relieved Bro. E. W. Longfellow, agent at Edgerton, a few days and went from there to Ft. Wayne, to work in the superintendent’s office. Skyjack. Chicago Division — Bro. Arthur Hamilton, middle trick Stony Island, has resigned and is with the L. S. & M. S. at LaSalle Street Station, Chicago, relieved by Bro. A. J. Smith until bid in by Bro. C. A. Brown. Bro. C. W. White, relief agent, bid in third South Wanatah, and Bro. Jones bid in second Rock Island Jet. The brothers got mixed up. in the transfer, but our chairman straightened the matter out satisfactorily. It pays to have a card when any trouble arises. Bro. Mack, second South Wanatah, had an operation performed on his neck recently. Bro. E. F. Kelly, agent Peabody, one of our faithful ones on tire Fourth Division, bid in second Green Springs Jet., Ohio. Bro. S. D. Cabell is now with the C. & E. I. at South Holland, 111. C. 1). No. 4 reads, “You are not allowed to absent yourself from the city or town in which you are located, without the consent of your superior officers.’’ After working 8 or 9 hours a day, we are not to b^ allowed to do as we please the other 15 or 16 hours. “Sam” contends this is “the land of the trusts and the home of the slave.” How far does he mi9S it? Bro. “Jim” Redman, first Claypool, while hunt- ing a few days, was relieved by Telegrapher Hite, from the Pennsylvania. Bro. H. H. Denny is now a full-fledged “brakey.” If the Lackawanna takes over the road it will take our schedule with 11s. Why worry to he a doctor and lose all your patients? Digitized by Google

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422 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Shilo, Glen Park, resigned, relieved by C. H. Begler on bid. Let’s get some application blanks from our chairman and go after the nons. Everybody get one and T’ll get two. The telephones have been installed and working part of the time. The following in the January journal expresses our sentiments: “Lives there an “Op,” with soul so dead, Who to himself hath never said: Turn backward, Ob Time, and give roe mine own; The Morse telegraph, not the ‘new’ telephone.” Bro. Shoemaker is to give a banquet at Fort Wayne shortly on the good service the boys are giving on the “fone” instead of answering on No. 2. He has not had the experience of being a “fone gal,” or he would be more patient. Bro. Day, agent at Ober, was off several days recently, relieved by the regular relief agent. Bro. Day’s wife, who was dangerously ill, is somewhat improved. Bro. George Talbert, Jr., agent Hobart, and family, spent Sunday recently with their parents at Knox, Ind. There don’t seem to be any race suicide on this division. Bros. Prohel, Weber and your corre- spondent have all been visited by the stork re- cently. See personal mention department for par- ticulars. Bro. Whittkamper, relieved by Telegrapher Hite on second Knox, bid in third there, vice Bro. H. L. Hayzlett, who bid in Oakwood second. Bro. Dimmick, third at South Whitley, on invi- tation, recently played in the orchestra at the Ma- jestic Theatre, Fort Wayne. We are all sorry to learn that Bro. Criss will not again serve us as chairman, and thank him for the good he has done, which we can never repay. Let’s choose another, if possible, who will give us as good service as Bro. Criss did, but in send- ing a delegate to Baltimore let’s send the man who has helped us the most, and show that we appre- ciate what he has done for us. I want to thank the brothers who helped me out with this write-up and hope they will come again next month. I have been asked to look after the correspondence and ' with your assistance will try and do so. Let’s wake up and start something, we have been hibernating all winter. “GY,” Cert. 15 7- New York, Ontario 6. Western Ry. Southern Division — After an illness of some months Bro. G. L. Knapp, agent at Luzon, passed away February 9, 1913. His name stood No 1 on the lineal list of telegraphers on this division, having entered the service in March, 1872, lacking but one month of having served this company forty-one years. Such a record speaks well for our brother, as well as the officials under whom he served so long. The funeral was held at Luzon, February 12th, General Chairman Cullinan, Assistant Local Chair- man Merwin and Bros. Mistier. Davidson, Ma- honey and Wakeman acting as pallbearers. Others who attended were Bros. C. G. Topping and C. L. Cook, and Messrs I. Post and J. and D. Fitz- gerald. Bro. C. L. Cook had quite a serious time with pneumonia early in February, but is back on the job again. Congratulations. Sunday, February 23d, the regular biennial meeting for the election of officers was held at the Midland House, Cadosia. This was one of the best meetings ever held by this division, and was full of business from start to finish. The old officers were all re-elected, except that Bfo. Had- ley was elected local chairman of the Northern Division. Bro. C. L. Cook was elected delegate from the Southern, and Bro. Ingersoll from the Northern Division. Bro. Cook, local chairman of Southern Divi- sion, appointed as his assistant Bro. W. J. Haley, of Middletown, for the main line, and Bro. Geo. Merwin, of High Falls, for P. J. & M. Division. Bro. V’an Zandt is back with us again, having bid in third Northfield, and Telegrapher Price landed second Burnside tower. East Branch is to be made two tricks, 6 a. m. to 2 p. m. and 2 p. m. to 10 p. m. Let every up-to-date member get after, the few delinquents who have simply neglected to remit. Send any news items you may have to Bro. C. L. Cook, local chairman, by the 20th of the month, who will see that they reach The Teleg- rapher in time for publication. Div. Cor. Northern Division — At the annual meeting at Cadosia, February 23d, Bro. T. F. Cullinan was elected general chairman; Bro. J. R. Hadley, local chairman (succeeding Bro. C. D. Soule); Bro. Soule, delegate to con- vention, and Bro. P. J. Loftus, alternate dele- gate. We all wish our new local chairman success, and hope the brothers will all help him to line up the few nons left. The Ontario Division of the N. Y. C. claims to be nearly solid, and we want to tell them that a young ham factory has just sprung up at Fulton, Broadway, with Prof. (?) Phillips as manager. They may come over here and take some of our jobs when they become “full fledged.” Bro. Frank McCuen is becoming quite pro- ficient on the violin. We would not be surprised to hear shortly of his going into vaudeville. Boys, assist the local chairman all you can. It will be greatly appreciated. If you have a griev- ance take it to him. He is the one who can help you. Don’t go around with a long face tell- ing your troubles to everyone else. Owing to the failure of the boys in responding to my appeal for news items, this division has not had a write-up for several issues. Bro. Earl McCann was assigned third Earlville (new job), third Minetto being abolished. Bro. F. B. Littlefan, second Sidney, was off sick recently; also Bro. C. J. Baker, second Minetto. F. J. Beal, third Oswego, off on a company law suit, was relieved by Extra Richards. Bro. Osgood, relief agent, is kept busy now days on account of several resignations. We trust Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 423 the resigning brothers will continue to carry an up-to-date. Bro. G. D. Bennett, agent Bernhards, was off several days recently, owing to the illness of rela- tives. Bro. C. L. Clifford assigned Kenwood agency, vice Bro. W. H. Peek, resigned and gone with Oneida Community at Kenwood. Bro. “Johnie” Gil lard is back on first Fulton again, after a thirty days’ leave. Additional living rooms have been built for the agent at Pennelville, upstairs, the whole length of the station, besides one room below. Telegrapher-helper position at Cleveland abol- ished. Bro. C. H. Bonneau bid in second Oneida, vice Bro. Keman resigned. Bro. E. G. White, agent New Berlin, assigned Hamilton agency, vice Bro. Waters, resigned. Bro. Ludington, first Pecksport, was the oldest bidder for second there, vice Bro. Clifford trans- ferred to Kenwood. H. K., Div. Cor., Cert, x 22. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the Great Beyond our beloved brother, G. L. Knapp, and we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well; and Whereas, We realize that in his death we have lost a true and loyal brother; therefore, in mani- festation of our sorrow and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of N, Y. O. & W. System, Division No. 20, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the sorrowing wife their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in her sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved relatives, a copy spread upon the minutes of this division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. C. L. Cook, S. F. Misner, < J. J. Mahoney, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. To the Members of O. R. T. Division No. 20: For the beautiful flowers and sympathy, kindly accept the sincere thanks and appreciations of Mrs. G. L. Knapp. Cincinnati, Hamilton 6. Dayton Ry. Indianapolis Division — The meeting held at Pabst Hall, Hamilton, Ohio, January 24th, was largely attended, and business of importance was transacted. We hope the brothers will all make a special effort to attend these meetings and become acquainted with the situation. The general committee is busy shaping matters, and each meeting brings up something of vital importance concerning our wel- fare. Division 21 never was in such a flourishing condition since its existence, financially and other- wise, but we want to make it better yet, and, with the co-operation of each member, there is no limit to what we may accomplish. We have only caught a glimpse of the light of better days; our sun is just rising, and all who will not open their eyes remain the pessimists. Let us put renewed energy into the organization on the C. H. & D. Any of the brothers who have any suggestions to make for our betterment, if they can not attend the meetings, should mail them to the general chairman, to be read and acted upon at the meet- ing. This will show that we have members who are willing tf express themselves even if they are unable to attend personally. This will do away with imagining that matters are not being conducted right. Let us hear from Division 21 in every issue of the journal. *'TN.” Springfield Division — Bro. C. G. Schulte, agent Montezuma, spent Sunday recently with his mother in St. Louis. Bro. M. E. Oxley, first Montezuma, has re- signed and taken up a three years’ college course at Valparaiso, Ind. Here’s success to you, Andy. Mr. Job, who went from second to first, later resigned to go on a farm near Newman — another non disposed of. Mr. Miles bid in second Monte- zuma, relieved on third Tuscola by Mr. Miner. Bro. J. H. Stark, agent Hume, is spending a vacation in Texas, relieved by Bro. A. P. Mc- Cown. ' It is Bro. C. A. Singleton at Milligan instead of “Mr.,” as noted in the January notes. He has been transferred from the St. Louis to our divi- sion. Bro. Overstreet, Russellville, was off ten days the first of February, owing to the illness of his mother. Bro. Robinson, first Decatur, and wife spent Sunday recently with relatives at Kansas station. Bro. C. E. Chapman goes to Tuscola third. Keys agency now on bid. Sorry to lose Chap. Understand there was so much noise in Spring- field that he couldn’t sleep well nights. Bro. Hornbeck, of the shops, is now in Texas. Mr. Bowling relieved Mr. Drake on second there, who went to the east end. Mr. Wells was appointed third trick dispatcher, vice C. V. Coder, appointed chief dispatcher, vice F. M. Conners, promoted to trainmaster. We are sorry to lose Mr. Conners, but glad to sec him promoted, and we now have a good chief in his chair. Mr. Benton is learning the road in order to qualify as a dispatcher, and Bro. W. E. Cummins, from Hume, is on first side wire. Those two telegraph jobs at “DI” are never bulletined, al- though they are covered by the schedule. We are certainly entitled to a try at the best. Someone get busy. We have succeeded in getting the bi monthly pay bill in Indiana, and will soon be receiving our pay twice a month. Why not have a raise Digitized by Google

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424 The Railroad Telegrapher. now? All the other men are receiving them. Let's get together and line up the nons among the new men. All in favor of an O. R. T. picnic some Sunday this summer say “aye.” Take our families or sweethearts and our dinners to some good park at Indianapolis and have a good time. And you nons will have to get a card if you want to go with us. “B.” WelistoH Division — Owing to a decrease in business, second and third Jamestown and Austin nights have been closed and several train crews taken off. Bro. Walker relieved Mr. Drake, appointed re- lief agent. Bro. Morrison was off several weeks, relieved by Mr. Coalt. Bro. Redfern, second Xenia, was also off several weeks. Mr. Long is at Ottoville, and Mr. Passmore bid in third Chillicothe. Brothers, see that they get a card now; also the other nons on the division. Those who are ac- quainted with them should be able to get them to join. Culbertson at Octa and Mr. Coalt have both promised to come in. See that they don’t forget it. Bro. Egan is now on first and Bro. Stuck- hardt on second Chillicothe. The middle order system went into effect on the B. & O. and C. II. & D. Railways on Febru- ary ist. I have written several of the brothers along the line for news items, changes, etc. If you will kindly help me a little, I will try to give a write- up every month, but I can not do it alone. Jess E. Hubbard, Cert. 187. Chicago, Milwaukee 6. St. Paul Ry. Southern Minnesota Division — To the Members of S. M. Division: I wish to thank you for the assistance you have rendered me during my incumbency as local chairman. 1 appreciate the confidence you have reposed in me in re-electing me both as your delegate to the eighth biennial convention at Baltimore and as local chairman, and assure you all that I will endeavor to look after your interests to the best of my ability. I am sure that, with your assist- ance, wc will have the banner division of System 43 both in membership and active, live mem- bers. We still have a few nons on the division, but if properly approached by the right party we will surely land them ere another dues period rolls around. Let all awake, rally to the support of your leader, and we will soon become a solid division. Fraternally, Gf.o. B. Turner, Local Chairman. Southern Minnesota Diinsion Notes- - A rousing joint meeting of the S. M. and H. & D. Divisions was held at Bristol, S. D., January 18, 1913. The meeting was called to order at 8 p. m. by Bro. Turner, local chairman of S. M. Division, who gave a good talk on O. I<. T, matters in general, and explained the new features of the new schedule, which was very interesting, showing that we now have one of the best schedules in our district. At 12 o’clock midnight we adjourned for refreshments. The meeting was again called to order at 1 a. m., with Bro. Turner in the chair, when Bro. E. R. Derickson addressed us on different topics relative to the good of the Order until 2:30 a. m. A lively interest was manifested from the first call until the meeting finally adjourned at 3 a. ,m. It was decided to call a meeting at Aberdeen on February 18th, for the purpose of organizing a Cort Club. Among those present from the Southern Minne- sota Division were: Bros. Turner, E. J. Fclker, J. W. Moyer, Frank Bloom, V. A. Garlock and R. C. Pratt. Recent changes: Bro. W. F. Smith gets Went- worth, S. D., Bro. H. L. Duby having resigned; Bro. Owen Theopolis, second Lakefield; Bro. L. W. Scoville, Mankato first; Bro. Vic Houson, Minnesota Lake; Bro. W. E. Campbell, agent West Springs; Robert Newton, Colmon, S. D., agency; Bro. George Nolte, second Spring Valley; Bro. J. A. Keller, agent Wykoff, Minn., and Bro. E. J. Fogarty, Jackson second. Bro. II. E. Brown, of Egan, S. D., is reported quite sick with grippe. Wc hope for a speedy re- covery. Local Chairman Turner was down three weeks also with grippe, and Bro. Joseph Snyder a week with the same trouble. We are glad to report that all are now in a fair way to recovery. Local Chairman Turner reports ten new mem- bers for this division for January. He is a hustler, and if the boys will only give him a little assistance he will soon have the division solid again. Let us all get busy. There are still a few to line up. Bro. R. F. Wykoff, who bid in Garden City, is now basking in the sunny climes of California, relieved for three months by Bro. Frank Bloom. Bro. O. Hurlbut, of Spring Valley, is now at Baker, Mont., and likes it very much. Bro. S. W. Fuller, of Albert Lea, is at McIn- tosh, N. D., well pleased with his new position. Bro. Ed Taylor, former agent at Garden City, is now cashier in the Garden City State Bank, where he has an excellent position, but his heart is still with “the boys." The joint meeting held at Austin on February 9th was well attended and all enjoyed it from start to finish. Local Chairman Turner, who was in the chair, gave a very clear and interesting talk on the manner schedule negotiations are con- ducted, and also explained the many new and good features of our new schedule. He was followed by Bro. J. A. Newman, first vice-president, who gave one of his best talks on the history of the grand old Order, its wonderful growth in the past ten years and ihe great good accomplished, especially for Division 23. He was followed by Bro. E. R. Derrickson, G. S. & T., who brought out some of the features of the new schedule which Bro. Turner had not touched on. Bro. Grow, local chairman of the I. M. Division, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 425 also gave a very interesting address under the ‘'good of the Order,” which was very much appre- ciated. The general discussion which followed relating to the betterment of the condition of the member- ship was participated in by Local Chairman Krumm, of the I. & D. Division, and Bros. H. Conklin, H. Hendrickson, S. R. Parker, V. E. Hanson, M. J. Kingsboro, S. Severson, G. L. Parker, J. H. Woolworth, C. J. Bennett, W. O. Burnett, II. K. Wilson, H. P. Moodamer, A. M. Fried, N. C. Putnani, A. E. Sexter, H. Mathison, F. N. Meyers, J. L. Ahern, J. O. Malery and Jim Sheehey. The meeting adjourned at 6 p. m. and was de- clared by all present one of the most interesting ;:nd instructive ever held in this district. Cert. 324, Div. Cor. Iowa & Minnesota Division — The S. M. and I. & M. local chairman were certainly gratified at the showing the two divi- sions made. The brothers who were not able to attend have no idea what they missed. Brother Newman, speaking of what the Order is •doing, not only on the Milwaukee, but in the entire country, showed that for the year 19 1?, in his district alone the organization has secured new and revised schedules, carrying an increase to the pay of the men of our class of $250,000.00 a year, while the increase for the entire country for 191a will amount to over $1,000,000.00. This is cer- tainly a grand record which every member should be proud of and make every non want to get in line with an organization that has been able to do so much good. Bro. Derrickson brought out the fact that Division 23 had increased in the last four years 600 members, a remarkably good showing. Bros. Krum and Grau also made a few remarks. BPo. E. W. Heffcrnam, of the C. & N. W., one of our visitors, was very much pleased with the meeting. Bros. II. E. Wilson, F. N. Myers and W. A. Gleason, of the I. & M., and Bro. Jorgen- son, of the S. M., brought out several points that were thoroughly discussed by a number of the brothers, all of whom were very much pleased with the meeting, hoping we would hold another in the near future. Thos. McGinn, second Castle Rock, relieving Mr. Swella, third Farmington, on sick list, was re- lieved by his sister Mamie McGinn. Bro. Mottwcilcr, while relieving agent Zumbrota, relieved on Rosemont second by Mr. Ogle, who later bid in Blooming Prairie, vice Bro. H. G. Fraley, who took Faribault third. Mr. Dunn, a new man, on third Blooming Prai- rie, vice Mr. Kenyon, resigned. Bro. Charles Anderson, Kasota, while at Le- Sueur Center attending district court, relieved by Mr. Lcibel from Mendota. Bro. G. P. Ryan, second Owatonna. visiting relatives in Minneapolis for a month, relieved by II. S. Swella, from Calmar. It is now Bro. D. C. Jorgenson at Bixby and Bro. H. O. Oterness at Wanamingo. W’e hope the agents at the rest of the stations put in the schedule will soon join us. Bro. W. C. Hickey is the only ‘‘live one” at Farmington. Get after the rest of the nons, boys. Swella has been on the I. & M. over a year, and J. E, Liebcl at Mendota for two or three year9. They have no logical excuse for staying out. Div. Cor., Cert. 328. Des Moines Division — Bro. Lloyd Jefferies and wife, of Jefferson, at- tended the trainmen’s dance in Des Moines, Febru- ary 20th, his father, Bro. C. F. Jeffries, relieving. Bro. A. L. Grooms is now located in his new station at Varina. According to our new schedule the seniority list for our division is correct, but if you should find any mistakes or think it not correct, you’d bet ter take it up at once. Our chief is very well pleased with the way every one has handled the increase in business this winter. * There was a good attendance at the last meet- ing of the Des Moines O. R. T. Club, in the Kirk- wood Hotel, at Des Moines, but this division was poorly represented. We would be more than glad to have every one who possibly could, attend. Brakeman Riggs was in Chicago lately making adjustments with the company for injuries sus- tained at Kennedy the early part of the winter. J. J. Williams, was relieved several days recently by Mr. Hutdson, at Cooper. S. S. Price, who. relieved Bro. O. W. Nelson, of Adel, while sick with la grippe, was relieved at Clive by Bro. Iloughtaling, towerman at Fonda. S. S. P., Div. Cor. Sr C. B. (in Iowa) Division — Bro. M. M. Trummer is back at Woodward after several weeks’ vacation in Wisconsin. Bro. Hayes, Madrid first, resigned, relieved I>y Mr. Cunningham, later relieved by Bro. Harring- ton. Bros. Hottle and Rood attended the February club meeting in Des Moines and had a very in- teresting time. Bro. T. M. Phee, Cambridge tower, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Cunningham, a new man. Bro. P. A. Parmenter, Browns second, had the misfortune to lose his home by fire. He suffered a total loss, nothing being saved. Parcel post, Sunday overtime and concerted action arc the great questions of the day. At- tend some club meeting and express your opinion. Please try and help me out so we can have a proper write-up each month. It is impossible for me to do this all aione. Drop me a line at Slater, Box 264, when you have any news to convey, and it will be looked after and highly appreciated. Ckrt. 1408. Digitized by Google

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426 The Railroad Telegrapher. .S’. C. & D. Division — I guess the only way to get a correspondent on this division is to put him in the schedule giving him free calls for his labor if we can get the company to pay it. Bro. Wood, Vermillion second, bid in Rodney agency, vice Bro. Boyer, an old-timer. Burbank agency (wireless) on bulletin. There are stepping stones along the way in our new schedule that will make for considerable good as we approach future schedule negotiations. The Sunday clause is probably the beginning of the time when all that work will be overtime. It certainly helps on the east end in the block sec- tion, and defines our hours on the branch lines, helping us figure on what time may be required of us. The parcel post, although cutting out consider- able R. F. D. packages, has doubled and some days trebled the United States mail, creating a great increase in small shipments. The companies, while complaining of the increased bulk of mail and no increase of revenue, don’t seem to have given much thought to the employes who have had their revenue reduced and their labor in- creased by the parcel post. Evidently Congress did not give this part of the deal much consider- ation in trying to reduce the cost of living, but something may be done later to even up this in- justice when the new venture has been tried awhile, as the mail question has about reached a point where it is to be reckoned with. It looks like a man who can receive or send over ten words per minute at “XD” can not work there. It must be a strictly “open” shop with a vengeance. I wish all of you would take a hand in getting in the few nons on this division and try in this year of 1913 to put ourselves right up to where it is money that we want the next time a revision is decided upon. It takes money to get money. Now, if someone does not write a few lines for the next issue of the great home comforter, I may possibly have to do so myself. Cert. 15. River , C. V. and ty' abas ha Division — Bro. C. F. Kenyon secured third Frontenac, Bro. J. H. Marron third Kellogg, both new positions. Bro. A. S. Youngblood bid in third Minnesota City and Bro. W. E. Thayer third Homer. Third Winona and second Etter up for bids. At a station on this division, where there are three telegraphers in addition to the agent, who is teaching his boy telegraphy, the agent tried to compel one of them to admit the boy to the telegraph' office to listen to the wires. Shortly be- fore this the agent had issued instructions to this telegrapher not to admit anyone to the office, not even the car foreman or yardmastcr, both of whom have business to transact. Similar instructions have been issued a number of times by the super- intendent. Notwithstanding this the agent de- manded that his boy be admitted. Upon his refusal the agent threatens to make trouble for the teleg- rapher. # It will be interesting to learn whether the agent can override the positive orders from the superintendent ns easily as he tried to annul his own. Bro. S. F. Fast, Hastings ticket office, 09 a visit to Winona, was relieved by C. J. Hutton, who resigned, and was relieved by G. Wilson, from the C. P. R. in Canada. The latter also relieved L. P. Morrow, who went to River Jet. third, but later returned to Hastings, owing to sickness in his family, taking Hastings yard again, and Mr. Wilson went to River Jet. third. Bro. J. G. Weiler, Hasting yard second, bid in Vermillion agency, relieved by Bro. G. J. Poeschl, from Durand, who later bid in third Hasting.* yard. Durand and second Vermillion now open. Bro. J. H. Wilson, of Division 130, McCartney, Wis., visited his brother, Bro. O. R. Wilson, third St. Croix crossing, during February. Wo had so many good men to vote for this year that it was simply a question of personal prefer- ence, as every one of our candidates are fine men and fully competent to represent us, and so far as our welfare is concerned it will make no differ- ercnce which of them is elected. The fact that Bro. Grau met with approval, the men on the I. & M., his own district, ought to be all the guarantee we need of his standing. We wish all the candidates good luck and that they all could have won. Cert. 2038. LaCrossc Division — The Portage meeting on February 6th was called to order by Local Chairman Upham at 8:30 p. m. Brothers present were: Edw. Kobletz, A. W. Stienbach, E. F. Kohlhaas, C. A. Peters, W. G. Luck, O. J. Peters, F. A. Learmonth, A. E. Ward, H. E. Ward, U. R. Haymon, O. A. Riedcnbach, C. E. Flaherty, R. O. Will and C. L. Parsons. After a general discussion of various subjects, we had the pleasure of hearing a very interesting talk by Bro. Upham on schedule negotiations and an explanation in detail of our new schedule com- pared with some of the schedules on other lines. The meeting certainly was a success, and we wish to urge all the brothers who possibly can so arrange, to attend these meetings, as necessarily we are somewhat isolated from each other, which naturally breeds in us a tendency to make moun- tains out of our personal grievances when in reality they are but mole hills. By joining us in discussing our various grievances, you will find it helpful as well as interesting. Bro. M. Hickey, first trick towerman Grand Crossing, has resumed work after visiting with relatives and friends at Chicago and other points. Bro. P. E. Cull has decided to remain on second Raymore on account of being unable to dispose of his property at Tunnel City. No permanent assignment has been made of second Portage. II. C. Hansen is being relieved there by E. F. Adris. C. O. Shafer, of Milwaukee, relieved Bro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 427 Bro. C. O. Munske, second Watertown, on the sick list two weeks, was relieved by our old-timer, Charles Nellius. John Hodge, an old-titnc telegrapher of this division, probably well remembered by some of the older brothers, died at Oklahoma City, Okla., after a long illness. The remains were brought to Columbus, his boyhood home, for burial. Bro. F. A Learmonth, of Rio, spent a few days recently visiting his daughter, attending high school at Davenport, Iowa. , Bio. G. W. Luek, Portage Jet. tower, was a recent Madison visitor, and no doubt can give the brothers a few pointers on how to fish through the ice. Bro. Morg Evans was surprised to learn that the writer had turned him into a miss. Never mind, Morg, I will take two fingers deep instead of three hereafter. Bro. Ed R. Derrickson was a Portage caller on February 22tl on his way to LaCrosse. Call again. Bro. L. B. Fish, West Portage tower, is still on the sick list. Hope he will soon be able to resume work. Div. Cor. Sorthern Division — Bro. Earl Bums, son of Bro. Joe Burns, agent and first trick at Granville, North Lake Line, is now on second there. Bro. Mueller is at Richfield. Bro. Thiel, agent Hartford, now has both the ticket and freight jobs there, assisted by Bro. O’Neil on first. It has been a long time since we had a write-up in our official organ. If Local Chairman Parker will appoint some good third trick man corre- spondent, I think the boys would all send him all the news they heard of as soon as they were notified who he was. Lots of new jobs are being bulletined, and there will soon be lots of changes. On February 22 d our old friend, N. J. Fry, superintendent of telegraph for this road, died of pneumonia. He was always the telegiaphcrs’ friend and helped many of them to find jobs which they wouldn’t have found themselves. We all miss him on ‘‘the old St.' Paul.” Any time we called on him he laid aside his work to advise with us. Superintendent F. M. Melon has left us. He was one of the boys without ever losing his dig- nity as our superior officer. We all wish him success and promise our new superintendent, Mr. J. A. MacDonald, from the Kansas City Division, the same fealty and good service that O. R. T. men always give. Line up the nons, and remember our slogan; “No card, no favors.” Rid. I. Cule. C. & M. Division and Janesville Line — W. E. Burndt bid in Pacific Jet. and Mr. Stein- back third Russell. Both are new men. Bro. A. S. Moorhouse, at Libertyville agency temporarily, bid in second Rondout tower, and Bro. G. H. Lane bid in second Bardwcll. Pacific Jet. second open for bids. With good weather the automatics will soon be completed. Bro. Hoganson, of tower A- 13, off a few weeks was relieved by Mr. Toohcy, a new man, and later relieved Bro. Tom Ryan, of A-23, on the 9ick list. Mr. Toohey also relieved Bro. J. R. Porter a few days. M. E. Johnson bid in Warrenton third. H. C. Thompson is on second Somers. C. F. Lucas, second Wadsworth, has gone into the feed mill business there. He ought to be able to carry a card now. Bro. Appleyard, agent Gurnee, is now required to work from 7:50 a. m. to 7:50 p. m., on account of keeping No. 1 and 10 1 two blocks apart. The feed mill beside the tracks at Franksville burned recently, cutting off all communication from there on for several hours. M. J. Flora, third Somers, while off sick was relieved by Mr. Anderson, of Somers. Occasionally we hear a few sweet strains of the mandolin from tower A-68. Many thanks to Bro. Tom. Many of our agents and some of the towers re- ceived a much-needed raise and betterment of the working conditions for the agents working twelve hours in the new schedule. Bro. Derrickson’s letter, showing that the company promised a gen- eral increase later on, is encouraging, but we can not expect it if we drop out. ‘‘No card, no favors.” Div. Cor., Cert. 23 59- IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to his heavenly home the beloved father of our brother, E. R. Voltz, of Avalon, Wis., and Whereas, We realize that our brother has been called upon to face the darkest hours of his life in this great sorrow, the sorrow that comes to us all and the sorrow that comes but once in life, in all its bitterness; therefore be it Resolved, That we embrace this the first oppor- tunity of publicly expressing to our bereaved brother and family the heartfelt sympathy of each brother individually, and the confidence of the membership of the C. M. & St. P. System Divi- sion, No. 23; and in so doing, be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to our bereaved brother and family, also a copy be spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. E. Meredith, M. R. Corcoran, B. J. Simen, Committee. Wisconsin Valley Division — Bro. Newton Brokaw, under the weather sev- . eral times recently, relieved first by Mr. Mahr and later by Mr. Parker. Bro. Sternitzky is now at Arbor Vitae agency. Mr. Wachter, another new telegrapher, is on third Babcock. Mr. Somerville goes to Merrill third. Digitized by Google

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428 The Railroad Telegrapher. Get after them, all you brothers, and try to show them what it means to belong to the O. R. T. The boys on “the Soo” now have the telephone to contend with in place of the pld original. Business is good and all the boys find plenty of work to keep them out of mischief. Cert. iiio. Kansas City Division — Bro. George Gallagher, of Sigourney, was off several weeks, Bro. C. E. English acting as agent, Cockrell, extra, on nights. Bro. L. W. Knight, agent Hayesville, who just passed through a very severe siege of pneumonia, is now at the home of his brother in Ottumwa recuperating. A. J. Jacobs, who resigned three years ago and went into the banking business, is relieving him. J. M. Oxley, our new superintendent from the Chicago & Milwaukee Division, formerly superin- tendent of the Des Moines Division, is an old telegrapher and dispatcher. Mr. Macdonald assumes charge of the La Crosse and Northern Divisions, with headquarters at Milwaukee. We are glad of his deserved promotion, but he will be missed from the division. Bro. Oscar Schendell, son of Bro. Schendell, agent Titus, is on his honeymoon. Bro. Ireland, of Rubio, called East Recently, ow- ing to the death of a relative, was relieved by Bro. T. R. Benn, who later visited his old friend Bro. Gilland, at Foster, relieved by Dempsey, a new man. Bro. Jones, of Braymer, was relieved a few daya owing to sickness by Bro. Evans, relieved by young Beistle, from Liberty. I. B. Sherman, a dispatcher on this division several years ago, is now chief dispatcher on the C. & N. W. in Wisconsin. F. L. Richards, at one time trainmaster on this division, has been appointed chief dispatcher at Perry. Our new schedule gives twelve-hour men six hours off on Sunday and overtime for extra Sun- day w'ork, leave of absence is extended to six months and some of the jobs were raised. Sev- eral minor changes will affect the most of us at some time or other. Every little bit helps. Mr. Boughtin has been put on as third teleg- rapher at Chillicothe, pending bulletin, relieving the agent of all wire duties. Mr. Shaw, a new man, has been assigned the new day telegraph job at Amana, and third Mystic was assigned to Mr. Abbott. Bro. Jim Goodwin has resigned and is with some road in Oklahoma. Bro. Stanerson engaged in a walking match with several citizens of Conroy, walking from there to Cedar Rapids. Bro. Conroy made it in about five hours and a half, beating his nearest competi- tor by thirty minutes. Bro. Carnes visited friends at Ottumwa and Fairfax lately. Bro. Delaney, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Case. Bro. F. C. Johnson is back at Seymour tower nights, from East Bottom tower. Bro. E. R. Williams is first leverman, and R. W. Sowder, a brother of J. W. Sowder, superintendent’s chief clerk, bid in second trick leverman there. Bro. L. H. Wilson, second Coburg, bid in third there. Bro. (Heavyweight) Carson is on second “CB“ pending appointment, relieved on second “SJ” by “Kid” McCarthy. The depot at Excelsior Springs has been re- modeled recently and a furnace and water put in, making it more comfortable for Bro. Burns. The depot at Lauson is being wired and will get its electricity from Excelsior Springs. Thanks to Bro. Tuomcy at “DS” for the items he sent in. Div. Com. Trans-Missouri Division — Bro. Smith calls up from Seattle and informs us that a new schedule has been granted with a nice increase. A. C. Bowen, for two and a half years chief train dispatcher on this division, has been pro- moted to trainmaster of the Musselshell Division, relieved by First Trick Dispatcher J. P. Rothman. Dispatchers Wiltrout and Doud moving up on tricks, third being taken by A. A. Babcock, for- merly agent Morristown. Bro. Winship did the extra dispatching while Mr. Babcock was moving. L. B. Hale bid in Morristown agency, and Miss McGrane is on third there. Second at Morris- town and Marmarth are now open for bids. We all extend our sympathy to Bro. Campbell in the loss of his wife. Bro. Smith, third McIntosh, called home by the sickness of his wife, relieved by extra operator Case, and Bro. Eide, agent Gascoyne, on vaca- tion, relieved by Mr. Mulleaguc. Bro. Bullcrt, third Lemmon, methinks will bring someone back with him when he returns from his vacation. Bro. Kail, Moreau Jet., off a few days, was re- lieved by Miss Dunn, and Bro. Bruce, agent Shields, on vacation, relieved by Bro. Brundage. Cert. 1775- Missoula Division — We will have a new local chairman, by the way things look, and the new delegate will be from the Columbia Division. Bro. Edgar Griswold called on friends at Hau- gan and Kyle in connection with the election. Our local chairman was dismissed, but we still hear his voice on the phone. Bro. Burnworth was present at the hearing of L. C. Betts, held in Missoula, February 1st. Bro. George Soyster, general chairman, came back from Seattle to Missoula with Bro. Betts. Things were settled up in ‘good shape, and Bro. Soyster returned to Seattle where he is serving as general chairman to the committee convening there. Every one take hold and help the new local chairman all you can. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 429 Sister Jean Martin was in Missoula on business February 20th. Bro. Glover spent a week in Missoula recently. Bro. Vanampwerp, second side table Missoula, was in White Pine recently, accompanied by his mother and Bro. Marquett Bro. W. F. Marshall bid in third Missoula. Bro. Peterson, relieving at Haugan, was re- lieved by a new man from B. A. & P. Bro. Ben Betts, from the Superior Division, Is staying with his brother at Haugan. Bro. Britton, on vacation at Kyle, was relieved by Mr. Selman, relieved by Bro. Linch, from the B. & O. Bro. O. F. Peterson is going to the mountains on one of the light jobs, resigning first Alberton. Mr. Cline resigned third Alberton, and Sister Boyle, second Garrison, resigned, job on bulletin, also first and third Alberton. Bro. Mikf Pelarske has a new motor car, and th« way he goes after wire trouble now is nothing slow. Bro. Brown, on third Deer Lodge a few nights, is back on his old side table job. Get after all the nons on the division, and explain the necessity of being a member of the organization. Find out if the . new man has a card and what division he belongs to and if he is up to date. Notify the local chairman and he will get him transferred. Your local chairman will have to ask him if you do not. If the new men are not up to date, sec that they get a card as soon as possible. Cert. 1359. Musselshell Division — Bro. G. C. Ricketts takes first Harlowton, Bro. G. E. Anderson relieving Bro. A. K. Edmunds on third, assigned to side table there. Mr. Lepper relieved D. J. Siegel on second, who went to third Terry and resigned, relieved by R. J. Robbins, also resigned. Bro. Fisher, first Terry, took in the dance at Miles City recently. Bro. W. A. Stewart, second Ryegate, is on vacation East, Bro. Iluyeck relieving. Bro. L. A. Copp resigned second Roundup, relieving at Dodge days while Bro. and Sister McKenzie are on vacation, S. R. Reardon reliev- ing the latter nights. Mr. Kilbourne returned to “RX” Roundup, relieving Bro. Earl Morrow, who takes second there pending bulletin. Waldheim second closed, Bro. Haggerty bidding in Bascom days, relieving Bro. Leo Theil, who took second Forsyth, relieving Frank Corcoran, who relieves W. H. Johns on third there, gone to Terry third pending bulletin, vice Mr. Sisson to Forsyth third, relieving Bro. H. H. Simpson re- signed, now on Melstone third, relieving Bro. C. H. Waldruff. Bro. C. H. Burnworth is still in Seattle on committee work. Sister Burnworth handling the agency, with Bro. P. C. Dedrick on third. S. R. Reardon, from Carterville second to Dodge second, relieved by the agent’s wife, Mrs. E. M. O’Connor. J. W. Corbett has returned from an eastern visit and taken his assignment at Calabar third. A. Frelick, who relieved Sister Bee Flynn at Delphia a few Jays, has taken his assignment, second Kinsey, Bro. L. A. Copp having bid in Plevna Second, relieving J. C. Martin, from the Western Pacific there, temporarily. Bro. R. R. Russell, agent Saugus, is now mak- ing his own flapjacks while Mrs. Russell is visiting relatives in Washington. Bro. W. H. Scott is relieving J. G. Anderson, agent Mildred, on a month’s visit to Chicago and other points. Save enough for a card, Jack. W. H. McCormick, a new man, is on first, F. E. Ayers on second, and J. A. Shephard on third Mildred. Mr. Williams relieved R. E. Snyder on third Baker. Bro. Cook was on the wrong side of the river when the ice went out, necessitating W. F. Cor- coran going to Whitney days until the river cleared up so he could use a boat. Ryegate agency assigned to Bro. F. B. Irvine, and second Roundup to Bro. Earl Morrow. Sec- ond and third Harlowton and third Melstone and Kinsey now on bulletin. Cert. 2446. Rocky Mountain Division — Bro. E. M. Kay is back days, second taken off. Nathan nights opened. An eight-hour law ap- pears to be the only remedy for these conditions. Bro. J. J. Early is back at Ringling after a visit to eastern points, and Bro. H. D. Hughes is relieving Bro. Sill at Summit. Bro. J. L. DuHoux, of Lombard, bid in Mar- tinsdale, and E. S. Bloeckner third Lombard. Bro. Humphrey, at Hilger, has succeeded in getting a helper again. Bro. Linden, relieved by E. V. Lambert on third side table, relieved Dispatcher T. J. Hanson while off on account of illness. Dispatcher W. H. Flynn was back east on account of death. He has our sincere sympathy. Bro. F. H. Tyro, while off filing on a quarter section of land in the Ruby -Valley, was relieved by Mrs. H. M. Underwood. We expect to land five new members on the west end for March. Bro. J. T. Biescr was assigned second Butte yard, vice Bill Millard, gone back to Emraets- burg, Iowa. Mrs. George Redding assigned third Morel. If she is anything like George it will take no coaxing to make her a sister. Butte Relay " GS " — The temporary telegrapher has been taken off. Five men now on the force there.’ T. L. Ballow on vacation, D. R. Snyder filling in. N. P. Hanson “hiked” from Donald to Butte recently in three hours. The new- schedule gives the boys in “GS” an increase of $5 a month — $60 a year. As the dues are only $12 a year, it still leaves $48 to the good — an investment that can’t be beat, and the boys there should join at once and help us to help them get more later on. Every member should get Digitized by Google

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430 The Railroad Telegrapher. after the nons and see that the June period finds us with a full line-up. Make them realize that they are living off the fruits of the work don^ by others. The number of nons on any division shows poor work on the part of the mem- bership, which means each member individually as well as collectively. Get busy, boys. When you have paid your dues your work is just started. The station forces are receiving their usual experience of being abbreviated. Every agent should do his full day’s work and give the com- pany his undivided services for the number of hours required by the schedule. An agent who works overtime to keep up the work when he has insufficient help is doing himself an injustice, as well as other men in similar positions. If your helper has been cut off, you should do an honest day’s work and not work overtime and violate the schedule. It calls for so many hours’ work each day and is not a contract requiring an agent to run a station regardless of the work and time it takes to do it. Cert. 1489. International & Great Northern Ry. Ft. Worth Division — I have been appointed correspondent for this division, and, with your help. I will try to get in a write-up each month. Send your items to “B" at Bryan by the eighteenth, so it can be sent in on time. Bro. Barrett bid in Anderson agency, relieved at Stoncham on bid by Mr. Duncan, a new man. Bro. Harris resigned as local chairman and Bro. Wcbner, a good man for the place, was appointed to • fill the vacancy. Let us help him out all we can. Don’t drop your card because something wasn’t handled just to suit you. It is to our advantage to keep a solid front and line up the nons as they come on this division. Remember, “No card, no favors." When Bro. Harris was reinstated as agent at Irene, Bro. Gayle returned to Magnolia. Mr. Zeller was assigned Bedias agency (tem- porary vacancy), Bro. Gaston returning to third Bryan. Bro. Dew, who has been with the W. U. and Wells-Fargo for the past two years, is back at College station agency, and, as all good brothers should, has transferred to this division. Temporary vacancy at Highbank was assigned to K. K. Skelton, a new man. No bids having been received for the vacancy at Mart, C. B. Marmion, a new man, was em- ployed. The boys doubled there a few days while Bro. Webner was laid up with a sprained ankle. Mr. Adams relieved Bro. Pringle at Leroy while the latter was attending court. Some of you brothers on the north end keep after those nons at Italy until they line up. Italy third was assigned to Bro. Pringle on bulletin. Div. Cor. Vandalia R. R. Middle Division — We arc going to have this division represented, so if no one £lse will do so, with Slim’s help, I will try to put in a little each month, if nothing more than to say: “We still have a card." Some of the nons seem to think if they belong to the Order they will get no favors from the company. Some of the best jobs on the road are held by men with up-to-date cards. They are highly respected by all, while the nons are treated as “easy marks." See that they get no favors from us. Live up to our motto, “No card, no favors," Boys, we must wake up and get these nons in. On the Pennsylvania lines they are enjoying two weeks a year on full pay. We are working for the same company, only on a different division, and the only reason we haven’t got the same is because we haven’t asked for it. It is worth trying for. Do your part, and work for it. All get busy with this in view. The Vandalia tries to keep up with other roads, and there is no ques- tion but what we would get it by asking for it. Several jobs arc to be bulletined. Get busy, extras, and bid in a home. New steel is to be laid from Clear Creek east. The first installment is now at Liggett. J. T. Guyer, third Marshall, was off awhile on account of mumps. E. E. Brazel, first Liggett, was thinking of in- vesting in a Colorado farm, but changed his mind. Earl would make a good cowboy, but a better “op." R. F. Leach, second there, has a new mill to handle the W. U. matter. E. E. Pierron, at Rose Lake, was offered a dis- patcher’s job by our ex-trainmaster, Mr. Pruett, but decided to stay with us. We congratulate ourselves. We can not afford to lose good men. C. C. Johnson, first McKcen, has taken charge of the lamps there, making him a salary of $76; not bad for the country. E. Wells, second Mc- Keen, was recently married and is living in Denni- son, walking back and forth. O. B. Miller is on third McKeen. Fred Archer, while visiting folks on the farm, was relieved by T. N. Husted, extra. Owing to the heavy rains, the company has put on track walkers. Some of the “ops" will have company now. The boys at Farmington say they need bathing suits to get to work. E. E. Henderson, learning to be a salesman, has started out selling apples to “ops" along the line. E. B. Newman took in the sights in Terre Haute recently. C. J. Harrola, third Macksville, bid in second Ben Davis, relieved by J. W. Esterbrook, extra. Frank McFarland is on the river job. We have been hearing a noise like a raise for two or three months. W’e haven’t seen any of the real goods yet, and groceries are as high as ever. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 431 When the recent heavy sleet storm disabled the T. H. & P. Division wire service about sixteen hours, trains were run on time-table rights. The T. H. & P. gave a lecture recently, with moving pictures, on safety in railroading, to which all of the T. H. & P. men were invited. Send in your news items before the 20th of each month. Andy and Slim. Missouri Pacific Ry. St. Louis, Mo., March 5, 1913. To all Members Division No. 31. — Election committee reports no changes in local chairmen, except on the following divisions: Colorado, W. A. Odell, McCracken, Kan.; Omaha, Jas. Freeder, 4826 Poppleton ave., -Omaha, Neb.; -Arkansas, A. E. Smith, Garner, Ark. Please be governed accordingly. Yours fraternally, C. E. Maxwell, General Chairman. Joplin Dh'ision — Bros. Christel, Bone and Preston, each took a turn at “X” Nevada lately, and there may have been some w'e did not catch. Former Chief Dis- patcher Studor has gone into the grocery business at Nevada. We wish him abundant success, as a man who can make a success railroading can succeed at any other line* of business. Bro. C. H. Wilson is at Adrian agency, pending bulletin, Bro. Maben moving up from third to second, and Bro. Porter to third from Butler third. R. E. Patterson, bid in Adrian agency, Adrian being his home, where he owns a little farm adjoining town, and the change suits him. Lamar agency is now on bid with Sheldon and Horton nights, which are new jobs. Bro. G. Rob- erts drew Jasper nights, and with Sister Baker makes Jasper solid. They are somewhat swelled up over their new depot, too, but they needed it bad enough. Wc are proud of Rich Hill, four of them, Bros. Bailey, Lane, Fortune and Cannon, and all up to June 30, 1913. Wish we could point to all our big towns with as much pride. • Bro. L. E. Cline has shifted from Horton to Joplin third, which is nearer home for him. He will be glad to talk to any one about the O. R. T. Bro. Ortell, at Ore, is another that has written me to put him next to some nons on the main line side. We sure appreciate the help from these brothers and are indebted to them and Bro. Mabin for some of this news. Come again boys, we all want to see some notes in The Telegrapher from Joplin Division. Any news from anyone will be welcomed. Send them to the undersigned, and we will bunch them up in the latest literary fashion. Bro. H. L. Veatch, from Division 138, has be<n transferred to Division 31. He has been at Joplin, Webb City and Jasper, in the two weeks he has been on. There is some style and class to the way his bids are put up. Bro. Jesse Ellis is now in Nevada “DS” office. Glad to see him ascend, but hope he won’t follow the example of the rest of the boys who have gone there from the ranks. To a man they have left the Order, which we can not understand. M. E. Smith, who bid in Horton days, had to buy a house in order to get a place to live there. He landed a home job and will no doubt keep his promise and fill out the papers. Some one will be elected local chairman on the Joplin Division before you read this, and inas- much as I seem to have no opposition I 'believe I will win the race. I will take the trust, boys, and do the best I can with it. One thing I would like to say in the matter of grievances: If you can’t support your claim with good evi- dence it will avail little. Recently I had a case where a brother was called upon by a trick dis- patcher to do some extra work; the brother did it and put in overtime slip. His case is in now and has hard “sledding” because there is nothing behind it. Get a message over the trainmaster’s signature or other proper official and then it’s easy. The 1912 vacation allowance should have been on the December rolls. Have patience boys, it will come. Yours fraternally, C. V. Rowe, Local Chairman. Wichita Division — Bro. Lee Moan, one of the assistant local chair- men, went to Eureka recently and took himself a wife. Congratulations. The report is that Mr. Poe, off a few days, intended to follow Bro. Moan’s example, has not been verified. Chief Dispatcher Knapp was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Welch. Bro. Belt, at Andale, was quite sick several days the first part of the month. Haven’s former clerk, A. K. Wolf, assisted him. P. D. Robbins is back at Hutchinson again. Bro. R. F. Kelly, first Wichita yards, off a few days, was relieved by Dispatcher Martin, from Coffcyville. Bro. J. H. Kessingcr, who returned to 25th St. yard, after two months’ work in “H” relay office, was off several days, relieved by a brother from the Frisco. We are glad to note that most of the new men that come here from other roads are carrying cards. Mr. I. W. Finfrock, first Yates Center, is on sick list, relieved by Miss Noble, and Bro. C. S. Underwood, second there, on thirty days’ vaca- tion, visiting friends and relatives in Iowa, was relieved by W. H. Turner. E. J. Zimmerman, bid in Pontiac agency. Chas. Bryan, bid in Yates Center third, and Recce third is now on bulletin. L. C. Cohn, second Neal, returned from a six weeks’ visit to relatives in Texas, is now in Iola on the sick list. A tree has a good many “twigs,” so has the Wichita Division. We have two “Cornets” at Rosalia, but no one along here can play on them. Dispatcher Larson had a troublesome corn but by taking a “Knapp” it made his “cornwell.” Digitized by Google

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432 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brothers, we want a unanimous vote for Bro. Mott for local chairman and also as a delegate to the convention. He will go there with no personal thought, bpt of the boys and their best interests. With best wishes to all. G. E. T., Div. Cor. Central Kansas Division — Bro. G. L. Jenkins, on the sick list a few days, was relieved by Bro. T. L. Coughlin, who later . went to Kenneth, was taken sick and relieved by our new brother, W. J. Thigpen. Bro. C. W. McLinn, from Topeka, bid in the agency and Bro. John Milano, third, at Wagstaff. Bro. N. Myers, agent Stillwell, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Hcadington, third Stillwell, and he by Bro. B. S. Knapp, from the Rock Island. A new man on second Bucyrus, relieving Mr. Cook, who goes back to the W. U. as messenger boy. Bro. Coughlin relieved Bro. G. H. Fish at Wag- staff, who relieved Bro. White, at Bushong, while relieving Bro. Stillman, agent. “Big Dick” says: “We all depend too much on the other fellow in this write-up business,” and , we agree with him. Send your notes to Bro. Neale or to Box 112, Geneseo, and they will be taken care of. Bro. J. W. Sorrels heading our seniority list with twenty-seven years’ continuous service at Hope agency, is in -the St. Louis hospital. He was thinking of taking the cashier and telegraph job at Topeka, but was compelled to give it up; he bid in Hopd again. His many friends wish him speedy recovery. Bro. V. L. Owens, of Divi- sion 6, bid in the cashier and telegraph job at Topeka. M. T. Webb, cashier at Council Grove, goes to Claflin third, a new position. An agent-telegrapher on the East, recently stated that he was about ready to drop his card, as the Order was doing him no good. I wonder if his brain can not grasp the difference between $75.00 and $45.00. The latter would certainly be his salary were it not for the Order. The agents who handle the mail have no doubt noticed the increase in bulk since the advent of the parcel post, which is going to mean less ex- press commissions. The men who do the work should get something out of the mail contracts. When we miss a pouch, it is “dig up,” and dig fast, too. Signalman at Bushton, has been pulled off, and Claflin made a continuous office. Bro. Thigpen is now at Bushong and Bro. H. O. Hanson on third there. It is now Bro. Bollinger, who bid in third Mar- quette. Agent Hale, at Marquette, or Johnson, Geneseo, can tell you just how “no account” the “boomers” are. Bro. II. E. Heltaer, who bid in Marquette second, is visiting his old home South, relieved by Bro. F. F. Luffman, from Osawatomie yard. With the amount of trouble we are having with the phone it doesn’t look like a howling success. When you answer on it you nearly always get “on time.” Wanted — A sending machine, so when one of our dispatchers is locked out at night he can work without so much physical discomfort next day. We are to have another fast train shortly. There is no question about the service now. It’s no doubt the proper thing to get right after a man as soon as he lands on the division and keep after him. But, how about some of these old hard-shells, in the same office with these new men? They have been having the benefit of good pay for years, still they herd by themselves. The cartoon in the January number hits them right, its ‘‘pigs will be pigs.” Bro. Neale has certainly done remarkably well with the little assistance he has had as there arc very few nons on the division. Bro. P. M. Traylor, bid in Elmo, and Bro. R. B. Windsor, Allen agency. Lindsborg, day telegra- pher, is now on bulletin. Bro. Neale and “Big Dick” were the only two contributors on the East end this month. Thanks, come again. Cert. 2309. Southern Kansas Division — Everyone seems to be attending strictly to busi- ness, and we hope all will continue to give the affairs of the company their first consideration. Keep your ear on the wire and save the dispatch- ers as much unnecessary calling as possible. Bro. Swift, agent Greeley, off a few days owing to the illness of his father, was relieved by L. G. Hinnegar. Bro. D. Duncan bid in third Mont Ida. He can now move his family, and we are glad he is com- fortably located. Bro. Bennett, Aliceville nights, resigned, relieved by J. A. Yazcll. Work on the new depot at Gatnett will be started about March 15th. If it is built about thirty feet west of where the old one stood, as Mr. Carden has talked very favorably of doing, it will be out of the mail limit. Bro. George Beelman, agent Sycamore, received word that his mother was very ill, and hastened to her bedside, relieved by Bro. Lenn, from Caney. Afterwards the brother resigned, and the position has been bulletined. New depots are being built aGLarned, King- man and Stafford. Conway Springs has just been remodeled and enlarged. Brick platforms were put in at all these places. Bro. Thrcet, agent Oxford; Bro. Nelson, agent Hooscr, and Bro. Garton, Conway Springs, sec- ond, recently enjoyed vacations, all being relieved by Bro. Duncan. Bro. “Bill” Martin, of “RB” Coffeyvillc yard, did extra duty as dispatcher at Wichita recently, and later took a trick at lloisington, relieved by Bro. Singleton, who relieved agents at Cedarvale, Arkansas City and Lamed within the last two months. We hope to see “Bob” land a steady position soon. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 433 Bro. Collins, agent Dexter, is on an indefinite leave, relieved by Mr. Vaughan, from the Santa Fe. Mr. Parker, a hard-shell non, resigned Kingman agency, which was bid in by Bro. Newcomer, agent Larned, Bro. McCormick going to Kingman until transfers were made. Bro. Hollis bid in Fredonia, relieved by Mr. Francis, from Mont Ida, at Peru, which was bid in by Bro. Nelson, of Hooser. Agency Hooser now on bulletin. Election of delegates and alternates to the Grand convention are now being held; also elec- tion of local chairmen. It is a foregone conclu- sion that our general committee will be re-elected. The management in St. Louis has promised a date, and negotiations will no doubt be in full swing within the next two weeks. We can all do our part in securing benefits by keeping up to date and seeing that none of our neighbors become delinquent. Are you doing your part? Local Chairman. Omaha Division — Local Chairman Williams became so excited while talking unionism to Sister Hequomberg, agent Nearman, in the union depot at Kansas City, that he put his overcoat on the wrong way and was obliged to call on one of the ushers to get it on properly. As we are now trying to get a revised schedule, we should try to give the best service possible. Bro. H. W. Drake, first Atchison yard, off a few days with grippe, was relieved by Bro. Keith- line, of third there. Bro. McConaha, extra, relieved Bro. B. P. Rulon on second Sprague Jet., Omaha, who re- lieved Bro. Dainton at Dayton agency, relieving Bro. D. D. Kalcy, first West Side Jet., Omaha, who took second there. Bro. Cook, of Auburn, relieved C. H. Fuller, third Atchison yard, while at Falls City a few days. Bro. A. B. Kelly, while off with a sprained ankle, was relieved by Dispatcher Lane, who later relieved Dispatcher Laird. Bro. R. T. Spatz, third Oak Mills, was in Leavenworth recently. He and Bros. N. R. Blanchard and H. W. Shultz are among our new members. Keep after the other nons on this division until we land them. Bro. Neily, second Wolcott, is experimenting on a new washing machine. Thanks to Bro. Thomas, union depot Leaven- worth, for the notes he sent in. We would like to have some of the north end boys send in some items. C. S. Farrah. THE TELEPHONE. How we all have missed the merry ticking Of the sounders’ most incessant clicking Since that stranger that they call a telephone Has forced itself into our home. It’s very pretty on our wall. Glass, nickel, varnish and all. We could make a mirror of the bell. And the arm through our table is something swell. But when it comes to moving trains It sure does work upon our brains. The orders we must pronounce and spell, Speak distinct and gauge our voice as well. Woe to the “ham” with a cold in his head. Can’t tell “DS” that the “nine” is dead; And when a train we must “OS” We try to tell him, then let him guess. When we want to know how a train will be We have to call “DS” to see. It breaks our hearts to commit this crime. Because it peeves “DS” and takes his time. They key and sounder may be worn and old, But to us they're worth their weight in gold. The telephone may an improvement be; But where it is we’ve failed to see. “NI” at J. St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern Ry. Missouri Division — Bro. Dee, Hilliard nights, canceled his bid on second Neelyville, leaving Bro. Johnson his old job, with Bro. Biggs on first. We are glad to have them stay. There’s a non at Dclaplaine who can’t see where the Order does any good. Keep after him, boys, and show him the difference between $48 and $62.50. Bro. Carter bid in Hoxie yard again, as Corning days is to be cut out. He was relieved by Mr. McNulty. Don’t forget to see if he has an “up to date.” Bro. Claw'son, O’Kean, was off sick a few days, relieved by W. J. Johnson. The correspondent wishes to thank Bro. Clawson for the items fur- nished for our write-up. Boys, give me all the items you can every month, so we won’t disap- point our friends who read The Telegrapher in a larger part of the earth. Bro. Johnson, second Williamsville, withdrew his bid on Annapolis nights, and Bro. Montavon, of Delaplaine, bid it in. The O. R. T. boys at Williamsville desire to thank Bro. Strader for securing much bettdr working conditions in the handling of the parcel post. Bro. J. N. Johnson is agent at Hendrickson, and Bro. Campbell is there nights with a new “up to date.” Bro. Bud Leepaer bid in Leeper nights. He learned on this division and asked for an “up to date” before any of us could get around to him. If there were more like him we would be getting $125 instead of $62.50 a month. The night man at Mill Spring moved to Leeper, making a 12-hour office there nights, and Mill Spring days. Bro. Harrington at Leeper until Bro. Simpson is checked in. Digitized by v^ooQle

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434 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Baldridge has left and is violating his obligation by teaching in Draughon’s St. Louis “ham factory.” Charges have been preferred against him. Boys, continue to be faithful to your duties, so your work will stand inspection, and everybody pull for the $75 minimum and extra pay for Sun- day work. A non recently wrote the chief dispatcher on this division asking for a member’9 trick in the office where he was working, which he had no right to, and the chief turned him down. Our chief i9 as fair as they make ’em, and a good fellow to boot. Bro. McGuire, Delta, bid in Essex agency, and Mr. Kent, Knobel, third. Brothers, don’t forget to send us a few items each month and notify the local chairman of any changes made at your office, anyone leaving extra men there while regular men are off, violations of the schedule or anything else of interest. It will only take a few seconds of your time to write a note and save him a great deal of time and trouble. As Bro. Quick says in his editorial in the January number: “Let every member do his part.” If you haven’t read that editorial, do so now and also show it to the non. B. II. Selvidge, Div. Cor. - Central Division , Waggoner District — Local Chairman Gowdy is in the Ft. Smith hospital, having an operation performed on his foot. We hope he will soon be out again, as we miss his good work. He has made us a faithful local chairman, ready and willing to do anything in his power for the boys, which we all appre- ciate. Bro. Roy Winn, Gore second, while with his grandparents at Russellville, Ark., during their illness, was relieved by Bro. L. W. Hutchins, of the H. & T. C. While at Russellville Roy re- lieved Bro. Hensley. South Coffeyville agency is up for bid. Bro. Pope, Wagoner first, is crippled up with rheumatism. Mr. Hunter, agent Oolagah, returned from his vacation, relieving II. T. Sellers, from the Wabash, out of the railroad service since 1907, who bid in Gore agency. G. M. Fox, of Oolagah third, is relieving Bro. Gowdy at Muldrow. Lenapah agency was assigned to Mr. Sharpe, from the Mo. Pac., and Delaware agency bid in by J. F. Vaden. We arc very near solid on the north end. Boys, get busy and help our local chairman to get in the few nons still out and line up the delinquents. Dues are payable July 1st and January ist, ana should never run longer than the pay-day follow- ing. That is the only means wc have of keeping up the good work. Let everyone make an effort in this direction. We have no news this month from the south end. Bro. W. W. Rozzell is now on third Gore, Okla. Asst. Local Chairman. Frisco R. R. Southwestern & Red River Divisions — The regular February meeting of these divi- sions was held at Sapulpa, on the 16th. All trains being on dime, the meeting was called to order at 9 p. m. by Local Chairman Bro. F. G. Casey. Each member present was called upon for a short talk, starting with Bro. Ira Hagler, who sug gested that a small fund be created to assist up-to- date brothers, hiring out at Sapulpa, without the means to take the doctors examination. A mo- tion by Bro. Hagler, seconded by Bro. Schooler, to this effect was carried unanimously. The mem- bers present contributed twenty-five cents each to pay for the hall. The $1.10 already in the treasury with the $1.75 left from the collection, makes $2.85 to start the fund. Several of the brothers responded with talks along the line of organization, their work and etc., and the meeting adjourned at 11 p. m. Those present were: F. C. Tollison, Pierce City; L. A. Schooler, Oklahoma City; E. L. Henry, Dawson; C. F. Lewis, Catoosa; C. A. Childers, Chelsea; E. E. Dehart, Claremorc; J. White, Tulsa; A. E. McCann, Fairland; J. F. Ralls, Stroud; L. G. Denny, Redfork; W. G. Mullens, Seneca; G. R. Arnold, Verdigris; F. G. Casey, Oklahoma City, and Ira Hagler, L. L. Dunahugh, C. J. Quinn, L. F. Booker, Sapulpa, Okla. Now, boys, those of you who are not attending these meetings at Sapulpa, the third Sunday of each month don’t know what you are missing. Get busy and talk meetings all the time. Wc should have double the number present each month. Bear in mind the date and allow from a week to ten days td get your pass. It is necessary that we get trip passes, as it is against the rules to issue wire passes, except in case of emergency. Some of you may be holding back on account of not wanting to make a speech. Now’, we would like for each present to do this, but if you can’t it is well worth your time to hear the rest. Bro. Fred Smith called to Ohio for a week, owing to the death of his father, was relieved by Bro. R. Harvey with Bro. Mahany on second. Bro. Smith has our sympathy in his bereavement. Bro. Ilalc, from Granby, is working as extra agent Ritchey. Bro. Carden, agent Wyandotte, returned from a three weeks’ visit at Adair, Okla., with his parents, relieved by Bro. Hix. Bro. Page, agent Fairland, is kept on the jump soliciting business for the Frisco. The*. Missouri, Oklahoma and Gulf R. R. which passes through Fairland, began business there on February 16th, and it will have to hustle to get any business in that town. Bro. O’Brien, a new man, is on second Afton. Bro. I. P. Black, bid in first Tulsa, Bro. J. White dropping back to second and Bro. Pulley going to West Tulsa third. Bro. R. T. Henderson bid in a trick in “S” office about a month ago, but came back to the extra list, and after working a few’ nights at Taneha, went to “X” extra. “MU,” Cert. 65K Digitized by v.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 435 Southeastern Division — It is gratifying to note the rapid growth and splendid accomplishments of the Order during 1912. Very satisfactory proof of the fruits of individual effort, blended into a general co-oper- ative spirit. Each member should feel proud of what he has done towards the advancement of this worthy institution, and strive to do even more in the future. I desire to thank Bro. Quick for the beautiful prize awarded me for new members secured dur ing the year 1912, and to thank each member of the division who assisted in the good work. Business on this division is so lively that our time for social affairs is quite limited. Bro. T. L. Baxter, of Cordova, Ala., writes, “solid O. R. T. here,” and that a more co-operative force would be hard to find. Bro. Baxter men- tions the fact that under no conditions should the duties we owe to the supreme ruler be for- gotten. Some of our craft consider it next to impossible to live Christian lives. This is a sad mistake, the writer has tried both the careless and careful way, and finds more comfort and con- solation in one moment of right living than could be found in all his mis-spent years combined. Little or no effort is required to live an evil life, the reward of which is an unfavorable name among men, and everlasting punishment, while like all other valuable accomplishments, untiring effort is essential to the righteous life, the reward being a good name among mankind and life ever- lasting. The question stands out boldly before each individual — which route will you choose — ponder the matter well and act upon the one you consider safest. The general ef>istle of James 1- 12 reads, “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation, for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.” This as well as numer- ous other promises found in the book of life are sufficient to repay us for our very best efforts. Bro. L. D. Goolsby recently bid in Winfield agency. He is a splendid fellow and we regret his leaving us. Bro. W. N. Lawhorn, from the N. A. is on second Jasper, until assigned. Fraternally, C. E. Moss. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our Heavenly Father to call to his reward our brother, F. M. Bow- line, a member of Division No. 32, Order of Rail- road Telegraphers. In manifestation of our sor- row and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of St. L. and S. F. System Division, No. 32, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the sorrowing wife and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. W. B. Musgrove, J. G. Campbell, F. E. McQuade, Committee. Baltimore 6. Ohio R. R. Wheeling Division — There are still a few who it seems can not realize the fact that the only hope we have for the betterment of existing conditions is to do as our successful neighbors have done, stand pat, and do the things we undertake in a systematic way, and that is by thorough organization. If our em- ployers’ went about their business in the manner many of us are doing, they would not be in busi- ness today. Let us all try to better ourselves so- cially, morally and financially, and not continue to keep on promising ourselves and others to do this next month, when we will find ourselves in the same circumstances and probably worse. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today. Let us have this division solid within the next few months, and when we ask for some- thing better we will have the support of the entire division. Wake up the few delinquents, have them pay their dues and help better conditions. Bro. F. A. Roney, formerly at Bard, W. Va., is now at Charleston, W. Va., with the W. U. Bro. Chas. E. Klevies, formerly at Chestnut Hill, is now night repeater chief for the W. U. at Wheeling. Bro. L. R. Sigler, of Benwood, and Bro. B. F. WiUon, second at Mannington, bid in first and second copying turns, and first “FY” and second Mannington, are now on bulletin. Bro. VV. M. Rushford, first at Burton, was oft a few days last month entertaining the stork. Bro. C. T. Love, third Denver, was off sick a few days. Bro. A. G. Youst, first Glover Gap, off several days on account of illness, was relieved by Bro. Edw. Voight, of Benwood. Bro. A. S. Rushford, first Mannington, off on account of illness several days, relieved by Bro. L. E. Wilson, of Mannington. Election is over, but the nons arc still with us, and your choice for office will be held back in his work by lack of support from the time servers. Try and land the non in your office or the next one to you, for his and your own good. Bros. C. W. Jackson, first Holloway, H. C. Lit- tle, second Winona, and H. L. Clelland, second Benton’s Ferry, have resumed duty after a few’ days’ illness. R. L. Sturn and wife have returned from a visit to friends in the Smoky City. Bro. C. E. Miller, third Glover’s Gap, returned from a business trip to his home in Virginia. Bro. II. E. Beney, second Hartzel, was off a few days, owing to the illness of his wife. Bro. L. E. Wilson, third “WR” tower Wheeling, was off a week on account of sickness. L. E. Wilson, Cert. 754. Digitized by Google

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436 The Railroad Telegrapher. Monongahela Division — Show the nons what a $1,000 insurance policy means to their families. There is no insurance today as cheap as the Mutual Benefit of the O. R. T. The nons are so scarce on this division that we should have no trouble getting them all in shortly. Bro. A. G. Harbert, second “DK” tower, was relieved by Mr. Louden, while taking in the sights at New York and Washington, D. C. Our Local Chairman C. E. Hesler is a candidate for delegate to the Baltimore convention. He is worthy of our support in appreciation for the hard work he has done for our division. Tfie benefit to be derived from sending him as a delegate is the fact that he is more in touch with the work, and the knowledge and experience he gains there can readily be applied to it on re- turning. Bro. L. W. Graham is running for dele- gate on the west end. He is certainly entitled to all the glory and pleasure he can get out of the delegate's position. Bros. Graham and Hesler are both steady, sober, hard-working men, who will guard our interests carefully and are the kind of men for the place. Cert. 398. Baltimore Division — We wish in future to have a few lines in the journal from this division each month, and I shall appreciate the efforts of any member who will collect and forward them to G. W. Crump, Jr., P. O. Sellman, Md., or Ry. Station Barncs- field, not later than the 20th, so I can forward them to reach St. Louis by the 28th of each month. We desire to secure every non on the division during 1913. If each member will secure at least one member during 1913 we can do this and more. Possibly some of us have never secured a new member since we joined. Such arc not doing their duty as a member, and should endeavor to secure one member and more if possible in the near future. Those who have failed to forward their dues, covering the six months ending June 30, 1913, should ’remit them at once to Bro. W. E. Frasher, Wilmington, Del., and secure that up-to-date. Both freight and passenger business has been very heavy on this division for some time and the boys have been kept busy. The auto signals placed on single track between Washington Jet. and Germantown last May have taken considerable train order work off of the telegraphers between these points. Our local chairman, W. Q. Stouffer, of Pt. of Rocks, Md., is again candidate for local chair- man, with no opposition. He has made us an A-i officer and we appreciate the personal interest he has taken in each member on this division and welcome him as our local chairman for a second term. Bro. Stouffer is also a candidate for dele- gate to the Baltimore convention to be held in May; we all voted for his opponent, Bro. Cham- bers, of Cumberland Division, before, and hope to give Bro. Stouffer a chance this time, as this is the first time he has been a candidate for that office. Bro. W. A. Tuck and family have our deepest sympathy, owing to the death of his father. Bro. J. W. Hardesty, second Barnesville, lost about six weeks during December and January, while having his leg operated on at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, relieved by Relief Operators Bro. J. M. Lone and Bro. G. W. Crump, Jr. Extra w'ork has been very scarce this winter. The weather has been very mild and very few have been on sick list. Bro. L. E. Frazier, extra Mt. Airy, is one of our recent new members. I hope you will all send in some notes as re- quested before the 20th of the month, and thank- ing you in advance therefor, I remain Yours fraternally, Loc. Cor., Cert. 641. Ohio River Division — Bro. Barker bid in Raven Rock nights, and is now boarding at home. Bro. Cox is working at “GY” at $2.50, instead of third. Bro. Walker was called away, owing to the illness of his child. Bros. French and Bul- lock arc on second and third there. Bro. Duncan is thinking very seriously of bid- ding in a life job. Congratulations for him and sympathy for the girl. The C. & O. is still using the B. & O. tracks for detouring trains, making it nice for the boys. Are you a union man or only a man with a card? Ask for label goods and be a union man A member of a union buying scab goods is like a train off the track, he has stopped advancing. Bro. Moore and wife paid Bro. Iks a visit re- cently. Keep loafers out of your office and do business. Bro. King, of Gallipolis Ferry, attended court at Pt. Pleasant recently. Bro. Hall has gone to farming, Mrs. Hall doing the work as usual. Bro. Farnsworth beats the Gold Dust Twins keeping things clean. We will soon know who was the lucky ( ?) can- didate for local chairman, and regardless of who it is, wc owe him our support. I for one will use every effort to help him with his pleasant (?) task. There should be no hard feeling in the election, as there is no preat honor or money connected with the position. Every member has the right to vote for whom he pleases and is not a loyal union man if he doesn’t vote for the man he thinks will make the best local chairman. You may have a special friend run- ning for these offices, but if in your opinion some other member would be more suited for the office you should vote for him. The committee will soon go to Baltimore. Give it your support. Pay up or be wrote up. A non is a workman who never had a chance to scab. The O. R. Division has three men blocking trains over the bridge at Parkersburg, who use Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 437 the phone, and therefore come under the agree- ment. This should be looked after. If some of the third trick men don’t keep awake better, we are liable to get alarm clocks, in the form of a telephone/ with a bell large enough to wake up the neighbors. Let’s all get together and make this one of the strongest divisions on the Baltimore & Ohio. If you wdnt a write-up each month you will have to do your part. You may appear as a “Mr.” — one thing sure you will appear — so better make it right.' Send all notes to me not later than the aoth. Some men are like a hen; they set and cackle every time they do anything. Now’s ^our time to cackle. Longfellow. Chicago Division ,■ West End — Several new offices have been opened on this division and several one-man positions made three- men jobs since the new system of moving trains by signal indication has gone into effect between South Chicago and Lopaz Jet., and between Gar- rett and Milford Jet., doing away with the use of train orders. It seems to be working very suc- cessfully so far. Babcock tower, which has been built about two years, has been put in operation, and Mose Brown and Porter are there pending bids. Three good positions for some of the brothers, with street car line handy and nice new tower to work in. Auto- matic block west from Babcock and Manual block east. Automatic block will be extended east to Lopaz Jet. soon. Three men have,. been put on at “AX,” which was formerly a two-man job. Understand three men are soon to be placed in Whiting tower and the telegraphers at Uifion Center are to move in the new tower March ist. The new tower at Kel- lars is also to be put in operation soon. Several new men have been employed recently and more are needed to fill all the new positions opened. “Biz” is, and has been, by far the heaviest on record. Bro. B. F. Ruckman, first Millers, off a week recently visiting relatives at Hicksville and Colum- bus, relieved by Bro. M. O. Otto, who later re- lieved Bro. F. M. Thornton a few days while “Fat” was visiting friends and relatives at Chi- cago, B. Creek, Chicago Jet. and Cleveland. Bro. J. C. Rothenbeyer, first Suman, off a few days attending the automobile show at Chicago, was re- lieved by Bro. Otto. Three telegraphers have been put on at Albion and Teegarden, a night man at “GM” South Chi- cago, and three at “MS” Waiting depot. Copiers have been placed in the dispatcher’s office since the increase of “biz,” the dispatchers being unable to handle the work alone. Boys, don’t forget to report trains coming and assist “DS” all you can to get them over, and at all times give B. & O. the best you have in you, as next month when our committee goes to Balti- more for a raise in wages and other concessions the company will appreciate the fact that we are asking for nothing only what we are entitled to and worthy of, and that the service their teleg- raphers give is as good compared with any road in the country, if not better. Brothers, all who have not received their new card should receive same about twenty days from time you send in your five-spot to W. E. Frasher. Keep ,up to date and keep the division solid and line up the bunch of new men who have hired out here recently and are not already in line. • Cert. 359. Chicago & Eastern Illinois R. R. Evansville Division — NOTICE OF MEETING. There will be an all-day meeting of telegraphers, agents and levermen employed on the I. C., Southern, Big Four and C. & E. I. Railways on Sunday, March 23, 1913, at Vcndome Hotel, Evansville, Ind. The purpose of this meeting is to' form a telegraphers’ club to create better fra- ternal and social relations. Come. H. H. Skiles, L. C. Evansville Division Notes — In The Telegrapher for February, In a group of brothers from the Southern Pacific at Wood- ford, Cal., appears I. F. O’Maley, formerly from Plainville, Ind., telegrapher at Worthington for some time and also agent at Saline City. Many of the boys, especially on the Washington Dis- trict, will recognize and remember him. “Irish,” as he is better known here, was among the few who had cards before we had a schedule on this system. We all wish him success in the far West. Bro. J. H. DeVar, at Elberfeld, was off a few days recently, also Bro. W. A. Hilburn, the latter on account of sickness. Bro. Geo.. Gray has been assigned second, and C. R. Donham third Seifert. Bro. T. A. Roberts assigned third “D” Evansville, Bro. C. R. Mason third Hazleton. D. A. J. Jt>int Meeting of Divisions 34, S9 and 93 — Three well attended joint open meetings were held at the Vendome Hotel, Evansville, Ind., February 16, 1913. Telegraphers from the Illinois Central, Southern and C. & E. I. Rys. were pres- ent and gave interesting talks. Bro. L. E. Crandall read a letter of regret from Bro. H. G. Alexander, general chairman. Division No. 59, who -was unable to attend on account 9f schedule negotiations with the management at Washington, D. C., which resulted in a very satisfactory in- crease for the membership of Division No. 59, which we were very glad to hear. A letter of regret was also read from Bro. Walker, local chairman, I. C. Division No. 93, who was unable to attend, as he was on the schedule committee meeting at Chicago. We hope he brings home the bacon. Digitized by Google

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438 The Railroad Telegrapher. General Chairman Phillips, of C. & E. I. Divi- sion No. 34, Local Chairman Crandall, cf South- ern Ry. Division No. 59, and Bro. V. E. Claycomb, Division No. 59, addressed the meeting and com- manded our attention by their well -chosen re- marks. We were so encouraged by the splendid attend- ance that, on motion of Bro. Skiles, local chair- man, Division No. 34, seconded by Bro. Crandall, local chairman, Division 59, it was unanimously agreed to meet again, 10 a. m. to 10 p. m., Sun- day, March 23, 1913, at the Vendome Hotel, Evans- ville, Ind. Those present were: From Division No. 93, C. E. McGregor and F. M. McGregor, Marion, Ky. ; E. O. Byers, Morganfield, Ky. ; R. R. Brans- ferd, Corydon, Ky.; R. B. Goodwin, Otter Pond, Ky. ; H. B. Dyer, DeKoven, Ky., and J. P. Manion, Evansville, Ind. Division No. 59, O. F. Song^r, Germantown; 111.; F. I. Geddes, Mt. Carmel, 111.; L. C. Smith, Princeton, Ind.; V. E. Claycomb, Jasper, Ind.; T. E. Dudine, Jasper, Ind.; J. ii. Holstein, Gcntryville, Ind.; J. A. Wood, Hunt- ingburg, Ind.; L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind.; O. E. Koegel, Washington, D. C., and W. E. Kemp, Princeton, Ind. Division No. 34. H. T. Rose, Emison, Ind.; R. M. Kite, Vincennes, Ind.; A. L. Marvel, Cynthiana, Ind.; Chas. Whitehead, Smith, Ind.; J. V. Phillips, Wellington, 111.; W. H. Davenport, Chicago, 111.; H. H. Skiles, R. R. Mil- ler, C. II. F. Gcorget, W. F. Schneider and R. R. Ruston, Inglefield, Ind.; S. H. Montgomery and O. A. Jones, Shelburn, Ind.; C. W. L. Brinkley, Joe Ritz, J. W. McNeeley and C. G. Gepner, Evansville, Ind.; H. W. Richey, Farmersburg, Ind.; J. M. Endicott, Pimento, Ind.; J. T. Brad- field, Sullivan, Ind.; L. R. Dugan, Carlisle, Ind.; A. R. Upton, Mt. Vernon, Ind., and J. M. Brat- ton, Haubstadt, Ind. Unless you were present you can not under- stand how much good is going to be derived from these meetings. We expect to have a grand officer and officers from our division address our next meeting, Sunday, March 23. Now, wake up and talk up this meeting, bring in every-day questions arising, and let us help you straighten them out. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased God, in His infinite wis- dom to remove from our midst the beloved wife of our Bro. J. A. Wood; as a manifestation of our sorrow and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, By the members of Divisions 34, 59 and 93, of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to our grief-stricken brother our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy, in this his sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. L. E. Cranoail, J. V. Phillips, H. H. Skiles, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond our worthy Bro. C. L. Lamb, that we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well. Whereas, We realize that the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has lost a true and faithful member; therefore, be it Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved family our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent his family, and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. L. E. Crandall, J. V. Phillips, H. H. Skiles, Committee. Chicago Diznsion, Danznlle District — Bro. V. L. Burton, third Woodland Jet., is back again after an extended leave. Bro. Johnson, first Mo. Jet., is on two months* leave, learning the work in the Examiner’s office, relieved by Bro. Jones. Bro. Hampton, first “MS” tower, bid in third Coaler. J. C. Muir, superintendent, has resigned. Bro. Hansman, “FO,” Chicago, will shortly take a position as dining car conductor on the Lake Shore. Wc wish him success. Boys, don’t lay aside those information blanks, but fill them out and tell all about your job you can so the committee will know what kind of a job you have. Boys, try and let me have a line from each one- of you by the 20th of each month. C. A. Payne, Dist.. Cor., Watseka, I1L Illinois Division — Bro. A. C. Ferguson, third Okaw, who bid in second Bourbon, later bid in second Okaw. Bro. P. P. Piper, from second Moccasin, bid in second Bourbon. Bro. J. H. Maloney, from third “VE” tower, bid in first Okaw, and third there was bid in by J. C. Booth, a new man from the Southern. Bro. Maloney relieved at “VE” by W. A. Wil- kinson. New office opened at south end of Okaw bridge to handle trains from double track over the bridge. Bro. C. C. Ruby, second Findlay Jet., bid in first; Bro. E. Morris, second, and C. L. Price, third. Thirteen telegraphers are now living at Findlay and all solid with one or two exceptions. Bro. C. E. Kelley bid in first Arthur, relieved on second Sullivan on bid by Local Chairman W. E. Hicks from first Fair Ground. Since double track has been completed “SC” tower at Tuscola has been closed. Bro. H. R. Fogler, first trick “SX” tower, St. Elmo, resigned, relieved on bid by Bro. C. A. Austin from second. Bro. M. L. Daugherty, first “OW,” Salem, off two days recently, owing to sickness, relieved by Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 439 Bro. L. B. Johnson, third Salem yard. Ex-Bro. E. L. Joines, third “SA” tower, off several nights sick recently. Bro. E. F. La Brier, first Salem yard, was off several days owing to the death of his mother. He has our sympathy in his be- reavement. Bro. Chism, second Thebes, was off sick several days, relieved by his brother, from Olive Branch. It is now Bro. A. Q. Montgomery, at Joppa, and some new applications are expected from Tamms the coming pay day. Bro. O. R. Graves, first Hudgens Jet., was off several days recently on account of his wife being severely scalded by the explosion of a can of boiling tomatoes. Bro. I. C. Threet and Bro. L. R. Calhoun doubling two days until relief arrived. Bro. A. L. Campbell, second Gorcville, was off sick several day£. We hope every member will mail his ballot promptly in the election of local chairman and representative to the convention at Baltimore. There was no write-up from this division last month, as no items were furnished me. Changes are constantly taking place which would make interesting news if each brother would do his part and drop me a note about the 20th of the month. I w'ish to thank the good brothers who furnished me items this month, and hope to hear from them and many more next month. The “non” works his eight-hour trick, And thinks it’s awful nice, But when asked to get an “up-to-date” * * He hasn’t got the price. He won’t help pay expenses. He uses his rights and bids in jobs Through the agreement with the 6. R. T., But how he can conscientiously do it Is more than I can see. He won’t help pay expenses. He takes the raises and makes his boast — “We’ll” soon get seventy-five, But if it wasn’t for the efforts of the Order men, How long would his raises thrive — and He won’t help pay expenses. If the raises or rules fall a little short The “non” is the first to holler, But when asked to help the cause along, He wouldn’t give a dollar. He won’t help pay expenses. The insurance clause is one great thing Where the Order man has them bested, But if there was any way by hook or crook They’d try to have that tested — Without helping pay expenses. It’s “I just can’t spare the amount this month,” Or, “I’ve had sickness and a doctor bill,” Or, perchance, “I must make a payment on my place,” Or, “My coal house I’ve got to fill.” — He just Won’t help pay expenses. It’s only an excuse they want to find, For we all have our bills to pay; And if these trifles would hinder us all The non’s privileges would fade away — still He won’t help pay expenses. I hope, when he stands at the heavenly gate, And the Guardian Angel on his record does look, He’ll be turned away from eternal bliss — because It’s written in the Lord’s big book: “He won’t help pay expenses.” “JN” at “NY.” Chesapeake & Ohio Ry. Clifton Forge Division — Our general committee has finished negotiations, and all resumed regular duties except our general chairman, Bro. L. E. Hicks, who was relieved of his telegraph duties and put on a salary, still holding his rights as a telegrapher and the privi- lege to take his old job back whenever he desires. The increase secured nets nearly eight per cent, or about $5 per man, with the exception of a few nons, who didn’t fare quite so well. Those who received the $60 a year increase should not hesitate to give $12 to the O. R. T. Any who do hesi- tate should ask some brother for a copy of our January, 1913, journal, and take a good look at his photograph, as the cartoonist has pictured him. As long as a hog stays in the pen, I suppose we will have to feed him, but when he gets in trouble and has to get out, we can’t afford to lose the time and spend our hard-earned money trying to get him back. Bro. P. H. McClung, agent Swoope, on the sick list quite a while, was relieved by a new man, Bro. Bennett. Bro. G. T. Keller, second Joshua Falls, is also on sick leave, relieved by Bro. J. D. Kincaid. Bro. Keller expects to go with the B. R. T., on the Southern Railway, out of Alexandria, Va., shortly. Bro. E. W. Coleman, who relieved Bro. D. H. Scott at l5ig -Island, while Bro. Scott was on the general committee in Richmond, is relieving Bro. W. L. Waugh, while taking in the sights in Cov- ington, Va., with his best girl. Bro. H. M. Strong bid in third Stapleton, and Bro. A. N. Garrett second Afton. Riverville third and Glenwilton second are on bulletin. Bro. J. B. Davis, while doing relief work in “F” and relieving Bro. C. P. Young, second Bell, was relieved at Glenwilton by Bro. J. D. Kincaid. The telegraph office at Bell was destroyed by fire recently. Bro. G. B. Persinger was a little scared, but escaped without injury. An office was cut in temporarily at Lyle. The Rev. Dr. John Russel Rodgers is still on the water wagon, relieved by Bro. W. D. Wilson. Bro. F. S. Grove is at Reusens agency temporarily, and Bro. O. B. Boswellon is relieving Bro. Groveis on second Abert. Bro. C. B. Lewis, who holds an “up to date” in Division 17, was shown on the delinquent and non list gotten out by the local chairman recently. This matter was brought to the attention of the Digitized by Go 5k

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440 The Railroad Telegrapher. local chairman at our last meeting, and will be promptly adjusted. It is now Bro. J. G. Thompson, Griffith nights, and also Bro. B. E. McNeely. There was quite a nice crowd out at the recent Saturday night meeting in Clifton Forge. Among those present were Bros. L. E. Hicks, D. H. Scott, H. S. Shuey, E. L. Stratton, G. S. Campbell, B. W. Justice, E* E. Barksdale, W. C. Grove, T. P. Halloran, L. A. Grubbs, L. M. Corstaphncy, W. S. Goode, A. L. Flaherty, M. J. Putnam, J. F. Andrews, L. V. Davis, W. S. Acord, Lineman H. S. Henderson, and yours truly. Having to leave before the meeting adjourned, I am unable to give you any of the details. I wish every brother could attend these meetings and find out just what is being done by the organization. Some who never attend and could attend are the ones who become indifferent. Come out and hear the questions of the day argued, and then go back and tell the brother who works with you and could not get off to come, what is going on. Stop kick- ing before you are spurred. Before the general committee went to Richmond each lodge voted to support it to the best of its ability and abide by any decision it made. The salary voted the general chairman may look large, but, with hotel bills, street-car fare, Pullman fare and laundry bills to pay in addition to wearing respectable clothes, how much do you think he will save by the end of the month? Having deal- ings with business men, as your general chairman has, he must go in a presentable way. Quit knock- ing; put your shoulder to the wheel, everybody, and shove for that $75 minimum. Back up the general committee. The stronger we are, the better results we will obtain. Bro. E. W. Coleman bid in third Riverville, and Bro. O. C. Stinnett second trick Glenwilton. Bro. G. B. Poole has returned the money re- ceived on S. M. Noell’s typewriter to help defray his expenses while at Johns Hopkins Hospital, as there was not enough recovered to justify the dis- posal of the mill, and Bro. Poole desires to thank those who manifested the interest in Bro. Noell’s behalf. Our chief, J. A. Gleason, is in the C. & O. hospital, and it is thought an operation may be necessary. Bro. L. A. Grubbs is acting chief in his absence. Give your heartiest support to your chairman, be he old or young in the cause. Cert. 579. Clifton Forge Division’s Mountain Notes — Bro. J. L. Bailey, assigned third Charlottesville. Second Afton on bulletin while our general com- mittee was in Richmond. General Chairman Hicks was relieved by Bro. J. C. Snead, and he by Bro. A. N. Garrett; Local Chairman Shuey was relieved by Bro. J. F. Andrews, from “AN” cabin, and he by Bro. T. L. Milloway. Bro. R. L. Stennett, second “JD” cabin, while visiting with his wife in Baletonrt, was relieved by Bro. J. D. Kincaid, who also relieved Bro. M. J. Putnam, second “AN” Cabin, on vacation, and later relieved the writer a few days. Sister S^llie Craw is being relieved at Griffith nights by J. G. Thompson. James River Notes — Bro. E. W. Coleman relieved Bro. D. H. Scott at Big Island while he was serving on the general committee in Richmond. Bro. R. H. Bartley bumped Bro. C. E. Spitzer, third Tyree. Bro. Spitzcr bid in second Tyree, vice Bro. C. O. Milloway, who bid in S <7. Ry. crossing third. Bro. W. H. Milloway, bid in Haden nights. v Bro. O. C. Stinnitt, second Waugh; Bro. O. B. Boswell, second Gala, and Bro. A. N. Garrett, second Glen Wilton. Bro. H. C. Worley is on Stapleton third pend- ing bids. At the recent meeting in C. Forge, Bros. D. H. Scott and H. S. Shuey, local chairmen from both districts, presided. The following officers were nominated: Local chairman, Mt. District, Bro. W. S. Goode, Bro. L. M. Corstaphncy, Bro. C. L. Miller and Bro. H. S. Shuey; for the River, Bro. D. H. Scott and Bro. R. L. Fletcher. The Saltpetre Comedy Co. gave a play at the school house, at Saltpetre Cave, recently. It was quite a success, Bro. G. B. Persinger being the star actor. Bro. H. L. Simpson bid in third at Alpine. Bro. W. S. Goode is doing relief work in C. horge relay office, Bro. W. D. Wilson relieving him on first “JD.” Brothers, I believe in sticking to our motto, “No card, no favor9,” and when a brother comes along with an up-to-date, and has just come on the road and asks the loan of a quarter to buy a din- ner, that he should not be turned down. I am sorry to say that a brother right in our midst, however, did this just recently, and I sincerely hope it will never happen among us again. None of us know when we may be in the same fix, and a man with an up-to-date should never be allowed to want for a meal or a bed. Cert. 579. Huntington Division — Our committee which has been in conference with the management in Richmond, Va., since the middle of January, has had the solid backing of almost the entire membership, owing to our confi- dence and faith in the ability and integrity of our representatives, and we are much elated over the increase and the improved conditions it secured for us. It is hard to understand how any teleg- rapher with a vestige of honor or manly principle can continue to hold aloof from our noble organi- zation, which has done so much to put our craft on the sound basis it now maintains. It was indeed inspiring and helpful to read in our January journal the article by Bro. W. II . Cord, local chairman of the Southern Ry. I trust every brother will ponder well the facts he so forcibly presented. For what assurance have we Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 441 that our name will not be the next to appear in the journal’s death column. Therefore, we should all endeavor to lay up for ourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth cor- rupt, and where thieves do not break through and steal. May the members of our grand old Order ever work together only in fraternal fellowship, Chris- tian love and sympathy, and then no earthly hands can stay our development and progress. I trust that our journal will in the future contain more such articles like Bro. Cord’s and others — stories which never grow old. Yours in Christian fellowship, E. T. McGhee, Cert. 351. Cincinnati District — We note with pleasure that our general com- mittee has returned from Richmond. We welcome the seven per cent increase, and Seel sorry for the telegraphers on any railroad who have no committee. We thank the entire general com- mittee for its efforts, and the old Cincinnati Divi- sion pledges its support now as it did before the committee left for Richmond, and expect to con- tinue our support. There are only a few nons left on this district and we expect to be solid before long, as they are beginning to look at things in a different light. Bro. Wayne E. Allen, who has been seriously ill in Huntington Hospital, is improving slowly, and we hope he will soon be with us again. Bro. C. C. Withrow and son arc visiting the old homestead at Sandstone, W Va. The new position of relief agent secured by our committee will be a God-send to the overworked agents who heretofore were unable to lay off without being responsible, and having to clean up left-over correspondence for a month after they resumed their duties. We hope some good man will accept this place. We all thank Chairman Willis for his able ad- ministration, and will try to be of more assistance to him next term. “A long pull, a strong pull and a pull all together” will do the work. Don’t forget to attend the Queen City Club meetings. If you can not attend send your petition and in that way help boost a good thing. ICKY ICKY, Cert. 556. C. & O. of Indiana Division — Bro. Johnson, >ust back from Richmond, Va., reports increases as high as $12 per, which puts the Indiana in fair shape along wage line, with working conditions that are hard to beat on any road. We should appreciate the efforts of Bro. Johnson. It’s no joke being a local chairman. Recently a non cn this division asked the dis- patcher if he was going to allow him an hour fo^ a little or no service. He never carried a card, but is always looking for all the increases the Order secures for him, and ever-ready to “bawl out” brother telegraphers who are too gentlemanly to quarrel with him. He has tried it several times on the writer. Brothers, let us get after these nons, who are profiting by the hard cash we have expended to better our conditions. Give the com- pany the best service we can. The management is doing its very best to make things pleasant for us. We are to get another l«>cal passenger train shortly, for which we will be very grateful. The recent meeting at Muncie was very success- ful, a goodly number were there and a general good time was had. More of the boys should attend these meetings. They are missing a lot of good by staying away from them. A second trick man was put on at Fulton re- cently, and Bro. Barker is all smiles. Bro. W. H. Harris bid in first Marion and second is now on bulletin. Bro. “Happy” Anderson bid in North Judson third. We hope Bro. Anderson’s wife’s health will soon show a vast improvement. Bro. Knipp, of Fowlerton, was off a few days on account of sickness. Bro. Wood says he doesn’t mind oiling the inter- locker if the oil doesn’t freeze. Too much effort to climb the stairs, owing to his weight. Bro. Alexander, of Gaston, and Bro. Middlekauf, of Jonesboro, are hoping that helpers will soon be allowed. Brothers, whoever is elected our next local chair- man let us give him our best support. Work on the nons, attend meetings regularly, wear union- made clothing, keep an up-to-date card, and give the company good service, and try to convert that non who says he can’t belong to the Order on account of his religion. He must have the wrong kind, as it don’t bother him any when we get him an increase. ^ Cer*. 835. The Air Line Branch — A lusty kid is the Air Line Branch, Solid as an O. R. T., Whose men will stick to Comrade Hicks, Likewise to Bro. McGee. Our dues are a club for grocer’s mug And a lever for the butcher’s bill. For they put our wage on the upward grade. Backed up by a hearty “I Will.” Then here's to the boys who plead our cause; Long may they live and work. And here’s to the lads out on tb^ line. With hearts too proud to shirk. Opr. nons were scarce on the young Air Line, Not one with whoqi to chew. So we put it up to the station men And then we landed two. So you see, dear friends, though only a kid. We are with you every time; When the test slips call for a “yes”' or “no,” You may count on the little Air Line. Then here’s to Old Bob Flannagan; Peace to his bygone ways. And here’s to the girl who turned his heart And numbered his bachelor days. Digitized by Cert. 501. Google

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442 The Railroad Telegrapher. Erie R. R. Meadville Division — We had two very interesting meetings, one at Jamestown, N. Y., February 2d, and the other at Youngstown, Ohio, February 4th. Owing to train service and it being hard for the men to get away, the attendance at Jamestown was rather small, but it was a live bunch. The train service was better for the Youngstown meet- ing, and it was a “hummer,” the hall being filled with the real, live O. R. T. men, and everyone had an up-to-date card save the man in the trunk, and Lowric, who took up the password, vouched for him. Ask Bill about the strange voice. The double tracking on this division is being extended between Meadville and Corry, also be- tween Watcrboro and Salamanca, and will -soon be commenced between Meadville and Shenango. With these improvements the Erie will be in posi- tion to handle her exceedingly large traffic with case. A new tower, “OC,” has been opened at Poland Center, manned by Dalgreen, Fosling and Russell pending bids. The tower at Bucktooth has been moved one mile west, to Surifish, the end of the double track. Rexford tried out “NE” tower a few’ days, and returned to Waierboro. Cupid has certainly got his hand on this divi- sion. Welch, Williams and Willets have joined the benedict class, and several others, who have requested that their names be not published, are about to follow. Congratulations. Eckert, at Greenville, has resigned and gone with the Bessemer, as has also McKay, at Pyma- tuning, who will try farming and exercising his automobile. Brown, at Freedom, is busy sugar-making and getting his spring farm work started in addition to his numerous station duties. Cert. 55* Mahoning Division — Taylor, from second “G" to first “ON,” Mrs. Jenkins off sick. Kirby, first “JU,” has returned to first “IN,” Williams returning to third “JU.” Flagherty, third “OB,” assigned to other duties, relieved by Lewis, first “YO.” Mitchell from second “YO” to first; Saulters on second “YO.” Pierson spent a few days at Akron, relieved by Taylor, Marshall, off sick. “R.N” closed — short- age of men. Cassady and Fenstermaker worked twelve hours on same account, while Stroup, first “PN,” was off a few days. W. J. Holbrook, formerly first “SB,” recently called on the boys there. Bill is running a motor truck at Rochester, and says it beats telegraphing. The car tracers have moved from the telegraph office to a room in the old eating house. Cregan and Hamilton now have a cozy little office, and the latch string is out to all their friends. Lowrie, manager “SB,” and Herrington, first “WR,” called to New York on committee, relieved by Fenster- maker and Moyer, with Saultless on “MSQ” table. Conant had to cut short his recent trip to Kan- sas City, not being able to get relief. The nomination for local chairman and delegate to the convention was hefd at Youngstown, Janu- ary 26th, and at Jamestow'n, February 2d. Lowrie and Herrington were nominated for local chairman and delegates. General Chairman Husted has asked that all the divisions run items in our journal. We have been doing this for years, but I ask all the mem- bers to send any changes or items of interest they can to our local chairman not later than the twentieth of each month, and give locations by names instead of office calls. Our dues have been increased to $5 semi-annu- ally and initiation fees. Write Lowrie for a new rate card and get busy on the nons. There has recently been established at our head- quarters an adjunct called the “lambasting ma- chine,” to help land the nons. If you know of one, send his correct name and address to Bro. Quick, and this machine will help to make a union man of him. No extra charges. Connected with this machine is a prize contest, with different prizes for securing members. The only way to have the name of a non taken from this machine is to have him become a member. There was a large crowd at the Youngstown meeting on February 4th, and more could have been there if they had exerted themselves a little. Quite a number from a distance had to leave early on account of train service. One of the boys entertained us with his ventriloquism, and caught several before they “tumbled.” Mushrush has resigned and gone with the Chri- grin Falls Electrical Co., relieved by Cook pending bids. Slats. Susquehanna Division — We regret to learn of the death of the father of Bro. James Malloy, third “GJ” tower. He has the deep sympathy of every member on this divi- sion. Bro. E. J. Hesser was recently called to New York City with the rest of the general committee to arrange for a new schedule, but no agreement was reached, and the matter was referred to the Grand Division. Bro. M. G. Beach, “MJ” tower, visited friends in Jersey City recently and also took in the sights of the “big city across the river.” Bro. M. J. Derrig, of Waverly, is practicing up on the new phones which are now working on this division. Bro. Ira Brooks, who feil and injured himself while coon hunting recently, is back on the job again. Bro. W. W. Shultz, of “BS” tower, while laid up with sprained ankle after a strenuous hunting trip, was relieved by Extra Conklin. Bro. J. L. Wilson was at State Line Jet. while .the regular man was sick. George Cronk was assigned to third Endicott; Bro. J. E. Wezloski tp Painted Post third. Mr. Thomas, a new man, is relieving on second “AQ” tower, Corning yard, while the regular man is off ninety days. S. C. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 443 The January meeting was very well attended, and Local Chairman Hesscr told us some very interesting things about making a new schedule. Bro. Hesser is now on a trip to California for his health, accompanied by his wife, one of the two sisters on this division. Bro. E. F. Ferguson, agent Wellsburg, made a trip to Washington, D. C., recently. Extra Dis- patcher Fred Kelly is contemplating a trip to the “Sunny South.” Bro. W. W. Schultz was defeated for justice of the peace in Barton, but ran far ahead of the other candidates on the ticket. The father of Chief Dispatcher Smith passed away recently at Owego. Mr. Smith was relieved by Dispatcher Fahey. The chief has the sym- pathy of all the boys along the line. A. J. Brooks, of “BS” tower, has returned from a western trip. There was a very poor turnout at the last club meeting, owing to the severe weather. We will have a little feed next time, and hope to have the ladies out also. Mike, Cert. 366. Delaware Division — It is rather a novelty to see items from this division, because the brothers don’t send the local chairman the news. No matter how small it may be, it would interest those who have left our fold to know what is doing on this road. Now, brothers, if you want to be heard frojp and not talked of as though you were somebody that has been and passed away, let your chairman hear from you. It will be but a few months now when many of the familiar faces will be seen in the towers no more. In their places will be the auto- matic block, silent but ready to act by an unseen power that will control the movements of trains and the safety of the lives of the passengers, over the old beaten path that you watched over for so many years. Improvements must come and, like the old stage coach, the old way must go. What their faults may be the God of heaven will be the only witness, while you were judged by your every act by your dead as well as your living brothers. Such is the endless march of progress which, like the world, has no end. No man has power to stay it but He who creates all. J. P. Caughlin, “BQ” first, is now phone in- spector for the east end. A. G. Tyler, phoneman third “CO” tower, is learning phone construction work on the Susque- hanna division. Phil Gcib, third “OR” tower, is thinking seri- ously of going firing. Ford Doolittle is back at “HF” tower until the office is closed, when he expects to go in the gio- tery business. J. W. Moran, third ’‘KI” tower, bid in Hancock freight agency. No brother bid on it. Gib- heart, freight clerk Hancock, gets Shohola agency. Joe McMahon has gone with the D. & H. at Lanesboro. Miss Mabel Washburne, our lady monitor of Susquehanna, called on friends at Deposit re- cently. Blish, of second “DV,” had the misfortune to lose his only son by his horse running away, throwing the boy and injuring his head, from which he never regained consciousness. We offer him our heartfelt sympathy in his loss. Secretary Bridge and wife made a business call to New York and Albany and called on President Wilson. He stands good to be minister to Turkey or Mexico. Trainmaster Purtel, of the Wyoming Division, was recently called home to Deposit on account of the death of his father, an old-time trackman, one of the first on the “Old Reliable.” Cert. 186. Canadian Northern Ry. A very interesting meeting was held in Kam- sack on Sunday, February 16th, with a good turn- out, two of the brothers driving twenty-five miles from the Thundcrhill subdivision to be with us. This is the first O. R. T. meeting held in Kam- sack, and as Bro. Ouelette has given us an invita- tion to come again as often as possible, we aim to make this one of the regular meeting points. It is the intention to hold meetings hereafter regu- larly at Dauphin and Kamsack alternately, with an occasional one at Swan River. While the tram service on Sunday is somewhat against the success of the meetings in the way of numbers, yet what it lacked in numbers it made up in enthusiasm, and our chief dispatcher is making every effort to let as many of the boys attend as possible. Our division has made a great deal of progress during the past year, with a large gain in membership, and is now well on the way to be one of the banner divisions of the Order. Western Division, First District — There have been numerous changes recently around Dauphin, both in staff and equipment. Our new station is, with the possible exception of the union depot, the nicest on the system. There are^two sets of dispatchers. The main line boys handle Dauphin to Humbolt, and the north line boys Dauphin to Prince Albert. J. C. Ayrr, chief; G. H. Palmer, G. A. Roberts and A. V. Benoit on the main; F. Musgrave and J. D. Buchanan on the north, and J. J. Martin relieving. Dispatcher Roberts is holidaying at Port Arthur. It is rumored that he is thinking of moving her up here. “FM” works third in his absence. Bro. Delano is in *thc station, and Bros. Shep- herd, Emerson, and Martin, first second and third at the yard office. Bro. “Gravel Joe” Sheridan is at Minitonas pending bulletin. Bro. Wells is at Swan River, with Bro. Butler on nights. The day job there has been abolished, Thundcrhill relay work being cut out. Bro. McDonald, at Barrows Jet., is being re- lieved by Bro. Fizzle. It is reported he is to join the benedicts. Bro. Mann is at H. B. Jet. Digitized by Google

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444 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bros. Hearn and Davison are at Mel fort Owing to the shortage of men, the night position there has not been filled for several weeks. Bro. Ouolette is agent at Kamsack, with Bros. Millen and Cloutier day and night men. Our new schedule is the best ever. We don’t have to stretch our necks to look back to the days when our salaries were $45 a month, but then we were not organized. Boys, send your notes to “Scribe,” care C. N. R., Dauphin, by the twentieth of the month. “Scribe,” Div. Cor. i Central Division, District Four — Bro. Young is back to work again after his late illness. We are glad to hear him at the keys again. Bro. McClement, of “YD,” bid in Langhauk agency. Bro. Stanton, of the C. P. R. Division, gets Alger nights. Bro. Paulson is making good at “GN.” Bro. Cuad, our relief agent, after visiting his old home in Ontario, went to Brandon “YD” nights. Bro. Lake is on days there. Bro. Squibb, doing relief work, bid in Lampman agency. Bro. McLeod is at Odessa agency, relieving Bro. Loonier. Bro. Larimer, Cromer agency, has resigned and gone into business down East. We wish him suc- cess. Bro. Donovan, from the First District, re- lieved him on bid. Bro. Brunt, District No. 1, secured the new agency opened at Forward. Bro. Morris, of Goodwater, is a late victim of Cupid’s arrows. Congratulations. Bro. Carey, our first trick dispatcher, is now a “happy papa,” also Bro. Hunt, second trick dis- patcher. Bro. Sheehan and wife visited Winnipeg re- cently. Bro. Cranston, of Stormway, bid in Bengaugh. The terminal has been recently moved from Lampman to Carlyle, and Bro. McBeth, the agent there, is realizing what box cars look like. A fine new station is in course of erection at Vibant, and Bro. MacArthur will have more com- fortable quarters when it is completed. When we wrote in the February items that the agents at Cromer and Dunrea required the atten- tion of some brother, we understood that Bro. Donovan, of Cromer, was not a member, but later discovered our mistake, and now correct the error and apologize to Bro. Donovan therefor. Bro. Benson is relieving Bro. Foster at Colgate. We hope our brother dispatchers are taking advantage of their opportunity and turning out to attend the “Means of Grace” regularly each Sunday. The raise secured last November pays the pew rent. Get busy, brothers; round up the few nons left. The correspondent wishes to thank the brothers in “D” office, who furnished the major part of this write-up. Let’s hear from a few more next time. Cert. 827. Halifax & Southwestern Ry. At last the great grievance of a 24-hour day without overtime has been partly adjusted on this road, under our new schedule, dated December 9, 1912; wages taking effect September 1; and a r 2-hour day with a minimum of 25c per hour overtime, January 1st. This is a move in the right direction, but it has two handles to it, viz.: Telegraphers can be called three hours before or after their regular twelve hours to meet a regular train for the sum of 25 cents a call. Let us figure how this works out — Firstly, the superintendent can make our day begin anywhere from 6 to 9 a. m. We will take as an illustration a man beginning work at 9 a. m. If it i9 necessary, the dispatcher can call him at 6 a. m., for which he gets 25 cents. Then, again, if he is needed to meet a late train, which is not unusual on the system, he is called at 24 o’clock. This gives a telegrapher a day of eighteen continuous hours, for no man can get out of bed at 6 o’clock or go to bed at 21 o’clock knowing that at a certain hour he is again wanted. Some of the brothers are putting in a 15-hour day, while others can have the 18-hour; the former making 25 cents, and the latter 50 cents. In one instance that has come to my notice a telegrapher has to fix his fires up and have all his billing done by 23 or 24 o’clock at night and leave his freight house and mailing room open for the early train, and the conductor has to sell tickets and put the freight in and check and load, and the agent finds his work all ready for him at 9 o’clock. Then at 21 o’clock he can have good night and come on any time thereafter up to 24 o clock, so long as it is not too early to cost more than the 25 cents. How much time has a man for himself, or what kind of a fortune is he going to lay up for his declining years. Figure it out, boys. By the number of complaints from one to the other, this clause has but a short life to live. Much disappointment was experienced when it was known that express commission was not re- ceived. The boys have the fun of handling Cana- dian, Dominion and H. & S. W. Ry. express for the benefit of paying all undercharges on Amer- ican goods received, no tariffs being supplied to enable the proper checking of charges. The com- pany contends that the express on this line is express in name only — handled as express at ex- press rates — but the proceeds go in the coffers of the railway company. Does anybody know if the Canadian Northern gets any benefits out of the Canadian Northern express, the Canadian Pacific out of the Dominion express, or the Grand Trunk out of the Canadian express? Is it possible these companies would father them without a profit? How, then, can the Southwestern be different? From the row the Dominion express and Cana- dian express are having at Bonanentine station, Montreal, and the fact that the Grand Trunk is at the head of one of the contending parties and the C. P. at the other, there must be something in it for the railways. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 445 If the Grand Trunk or C. P. would get on the job, now that they both have business from Hali- fax over the Intercolonial, they would pay a com- mission to the Southwestern boys for the business handled, as it is optional with the agents whether they make way-bills read Canadian express or Dominion express. These two parts of the schedule we did not get were not so pleasing to the boys, but as nons are "as scarce as hens’ teeth" here now, there will be "something doing" in the spring on a revised schedule. Our genial dispatcher says anything suits so long as the men are satisfied. Boys, let us show him our appreciation by giving him strict attention to wire work and other duties. Bro. R. D. McLellan has refused to be a candi- date for local chairman the present year, the business at his station being so heavy that he feels some of the younger brothers should get on the firing line. Brothers, you will be asked to contribute towards some emblem for presentation to our worthy brother for his unceasing efforts in our behalf. So when you see a paper coming, don’t get shocked; it will be for a sounder sur- rounded by a wreath. Nominations for local chairman have gone to Bro. Palmer. Election will take place shortly, and 4 a new committee will soon be appointed. Bro. Barter has bid in "HO," relieved by his young brother at "F," w'ho is to be given the position of assistant to Bro. Barter, and "F" will be on bulletin. Bro. Bracket bid in "BN." Bro. Amero, traveling several months for a "sweet” house at Sormouth, has returned and bid in the assistant's position there. Bro. Shorter went to New Brunswick to take a position with the P. R., but on arrival he found the Canadian Brotherhood strike on, and "hiked" back to Lunenburg, taking the assistant agent’s position, and now has his old position there again as agent It’s a busy point and there is no dwell- ing in the station, so the married members shy at taking the position. Bros. McLellan and Goodwin have been on vacations, and Bro. Jolymore was also off a month up around Portsmouth and Boston, visiting rela- tives. A brother who was a non when the last schedule was made up, and was teaching students, whom the superintendent said had all day for himself to attend to other work, as trains only reached there mornings and evenings, and to whom no increase was granted, has written Third Vice-President Campbell for his back pay, who, of course, re- ferred him to our chairman for a reply. This brother, since induced to join, says a fellow who doesn’t look out for himself won’t be looked out for; and he is correct. The brother who keeps himself in good standing is looking out for him- self and family, too. A meeting will be called at Bridgewater after the officers for the present year are appointed, so, brothers, begin now to figure so you can get oft to attend. Our chief will let everyone go he possibly can, but you must not expect him to find someone to relieve you. Look up someone to handle your station, and he will arrange for all to be off who can be spared and still keep trains moving. Brothers, send in to the local chairman all notes of interest you can by the twentieth of the month, so they can be sent in to our magazine. Cert. 698. Central of Georgia Ry. Savannah Division — Bro. J. E. Daniels, of Oconee, bid in McIntyre agency, and an extra is at Oconee pending bulle- tin, vice Bro. Todd. Bro. L. H. Luckey transferred from second Millen to second Wadley. Third Wadley is on bulletin. Mrs. W. M. Cregar, mother of our deceased brother, W. B. Cregar, writes me as follows: "On February 1st, I received the check for $1,000 from Mr. L. W. Quick, payment in full for the benefit claim of my late son, W. B. Cregar, Certificate 0*9673. Thank you very kindly for your prompt attention to this business." . Brothers, remember the importance of keeping your M. B. D. assessments and semi-annual dues paid up, as we never know when our time is coming. By allowing our dues to lapse and fail- ing to pay the M. B. D. assessments on time makes our past years of payments no good. The insurance is the cheapest known, and is always promptly settled, therefore we should be prompt in paying our dues and assessments. The following brothers were elected unanimously as delegates to the Baltimore convention: First District, D. M. Rogers, Register; Second District, C. H. Livsey, East Point, Ga.^ Third District, J. H. Randall, Jr., Smithville, Ga. Any brothers having anything they desire placed before the con- vention don’t hesitate to send or hand the matter to us prior to the convention, as we are elected to serve you, and there are some things you might desire handled, which we know nothing of, so don’t hesitate in bringing it to our attention. This is the first time on record that all members nominated on Division 46 were elected without opposition, showing that the brothers appreciate the efforts of the present officers, but, brothers, no matter what kind of officers we may have, unless the membership give them their support we can do only so much. Several of the brothers have promised to assist me in giving a write-up monthly. Don’t grow weary in well doing, but send me all the changes and other news items you hear or know of by the 20th, so we can have a good write up monthly. I can only send in such dots as come to my attention. Fraternally yours, D. M. Rogers, L. C. Digitized by Google

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446 The Railroad Telegrapher. Detroit, Toledo & fronton R y. Proposition for amendments to our present schedule will have been presented ere this reaches you, and the success we meet with depends largely on the strength we can show. Let every member make it a point and a duty to induce those outside who would be a credit to the craft to join at once and give the committee solid backing. There has been some kicking about changes being made without a bulletin. If you are dis- appointed in not being able to bid on any changes, write your superintendent first, and mail your local chairman a copy of the letter. If you can not get satisfaction in this manner turn it over to your local chairman for final action. Let us wake up and get out of this “let George do it” habit, and when anything goes wrong let our local chair- man know the facts. He is always ready to help us in a just cause. This is much better than dropping out and making our line-up that much weaker. Bro. Benner is relieving Agent Imbry at Ham- ler, on two months' vacation. Mr. Moulton at Dundee took French leave, making the other men double until the place could be filled. It is now Bro. Stong at Denson, Bro. Ritan having secured his application. Ilats off to the three brothers at South Adrian. Bro. Reese bid in Ottawa, relieved at Uniopolia by V. H. Logan. Mr. Patton is on second Delray. Bro. Hartsfield, from the B. & O., agent Thack- ery, has transferred to Division 48. Bros. Weast and Coleman still carry up-to-date cards, although they do not conic under our schedule. This is the proper spirit. If some of those affected by our schedule, who have received nice raises therefrom, would carry the proper credentials various conditions would be better. A car of merchandise caught fire at Carleton recently and the car and contents were completely destroyed by gasoline exploding as Conductor Lockard and crew were getting into it to unload freight. We will probably be using telephones shortly. M. E. Cartwright has been appointed trainmaster of the Southern Division, J. H. Jones succeeding him as chief dispatcher. Our old friend, J. R. Grimsley, appointed trainmaster on the Northern Division, Howard Humphreys succeeding him as general yardmaster at Jackson. Mr. Humphreys was relieved as chief clerk to the superintendent by R. C. Greenaway, former private secretary to Mr. Johnson. Your correspondent is indebted to Bro. Simmer- mon for most of the write-up this month. Wish each of you would mail me your items and changes that I am not in a position to get, about the 20th of eath month, and let’s have something in our journal each month from this division. “HM,” Cert. 9. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. Utah Lines, Salt Lake Division — Bro. A. C. Conover, of Thistle, was trans- ferred to third Midvale. Bro. Anderson, transferred from Mesa to Ky- une, was relieved by Bro. G. D. Carter, a new man from the Union Pacific. Bro. Delogoa, third American Fork, transferred to third Thistle. Bro. C. H. Everett, from the C. G. W., trans- ferred from San Pedro to third Mill Fork; Bro. F. L. Gross from second Kyune to second Mill Fork; Bro. E. P. Harmon from Narrows to first Mill Fork. Bro. Milton, first Tucker Yard, is at Tucker depot, relieved by Telegrapher Minner, from sec- ond Soldier Summit. Bro. M. J. Cleary’, first Soldier Summit, is on vacation. Bro. A* L. Alton, transferred from first Cuprum to second Narrows; Bro. Mills from Kyune to third Narrows, relieved by W. F. Winkelman. R. C. Riha is on first Narrows. Bro. J. S. Elgin bid in second Colton. Bro. Steele, Nolan, off ten days owing to illness, was relieved by Telegrapher Craig. Bro. W. D. Ely, Woodside, is on third Mounds, and a new man at Park City. On bulletin : Midvale, Soldier Summit, Kyune and Thistle third; Narrows Second and third; Mill Fork second; Tucker Yard first and second; Tucker depot days, and Heber City agency. If any jobs are not bulletined notify the local chairman at once. Seniority list for this division has been received, and all east of Helper should receive it soon. Cert. 532. Green River Division and Utah Lines — Bro. O. M. Walk, who has been relieving Bro. Rogers, manager at Grand Jet., is now on second Helper, Bro. Clark on first, and ex-Bro. Bacon on reports in Chief O’Loughlin’s office. Bro. J. J. Ludlam, from the C. S. L. Ry., is on third Helper, vice Bro. Grubbs, gone to second Fruita. G. W. Turner, from Spokane, is working third trick in the dispatcher’s office at Helper. Second trick dispatcher is on a two weeks’ trip to California. Bro. C. T. Cantley, from the Santa Fe, is on third Thompson. Ten new Mallet engines have taken the place of the small helpers on South Summit Hill, which cut down the engine crews. Narrows second and third, Mill Fork second, Tucker first and third, Tucker days, Kyune* Soldier Summit, Midvale and Thistle third are on bulletin. Hope the O. R. T. brothers land the good ones. Bro. Craig, from Nolan third, is at Tucker days. We have no need for “boomers” now, as Chief O’Loughlin has all the men he can use. Brothers, ect after the few nous between Grand Jet. and Helper, and also punch up the delin- quents. “Q,” Cert. 621. Digitized by c,ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 447 Colorado Lines, First Division — The first meeting for a long time was held at Pueblo on the night of February 8th and was well attended, about fifteen of the faithful show- ing up. Chief Dispatcher Brown has our apprecia- tion for arranging relief and transportation and making extra stops of passenger trains so the men could attend. C. W. Richards, agent Ft. Logan, has resigned after twenty years’ service. Bro. Sublett bid in Manitou agency, but before the transfer was made Bro. Kelly was reinstated there. Bro. Kelly is the oldest agent on the seniority list. It is now Bro. Fred Penny at Pueblo, making “SB” solid with the exception of Manager Morris. Bro. Waggoner, third “SB,” bid in third “DN” Denver, vice Bro. G. E. Schlof, on third “SB” Pueblo pending bids. Larimer station was closed in January, Bro. Petty transferring to the Utah lines. Bro. Nelson, clerk for Chief Dispatcher Brown at Pueblo, has returned to Huerfano station on account of the clerk being taken off. Bro. R. J. Anderson bid in Vallic, vice Bro. Erickson, who bid in third Parkdale, and was relieved, while attending the meeting, by Bro. Phillips. Bro. H. Best, Florence second, spent several weeks visiting his parents at Tulsa, Oklahoma, relieved by Bro. Anderson. Div. Cor. Bessemer A Lake Erie R. R. It has been a long time since any items from this division appeared in the journal. If one member from each office would send .to the divi- sion correspondent but one item we would have a nice write-up each month. J. D. Perringer, telegrapher and clerk at Girard, bid in Euclid agency. Girard vacancy bid in by P. E. McGuire; and first Harmonsburg by Bro. Z. E. Campbell from “ON” tower, which is open for bids. Bro. Sahm, first “RX” tower, made a recent business trip to the county seat. Bro. H. C. Herrick, agent Platea, was called to his old home at Jefferson, Ohio, on account of the serious illness of his mother, who passed away shortly after he arrived. He has the sympathy of Division 51 in his bereavement. “XA” tower, Conneautville, is to be moved south about one mile. The pushers will then catch ore trains there instead of at Conneautville. Electric lights were recently installed in the office, and semaphore at “NA” tower Cranesville — quite an improvement over the old kind of lamps. Iron ore business on the Bessemer was quite good this winter by reason of mild weather condi- tions until February 1st, when real winter weather made the ice on Lake Erie too thick to operate the car ferry until spring. A good many cars at Albion, consigned via Conneaut Harbor and the car ferry for points across the lake will have to be diverted via Wallace Jet. and N. Y. C. & St. L., making extra business between Albion and Wallace Jet on the main line. “XO,” Cert. 57. Southern Pacific Ry. Tucson Dkision — The reduced general committee, of which I have the honor to be a member, convened in Oak- land January 6th for the purpose of taking up the revision of schedule and to handle any other business pertaining to the Pacific Division which might come before us. Our work was somewhat delayed by the resignation of General Chairman Lester, received January 7th through registered mail, the day following the day on which a full reduced committee should have been present. Bro. John E. Cowgill, of San Carlos, Cal., was chosen to fill Bro. Lester's unexpired term. Your general committee, in preparing the- new contract, has so far as possible adopted the best articles from the old agreement, eliminating the bad features, also adding some new articles, which will make it “up to date” in every particular. . A copy of this proposed agreement and wage scale has been sent to President Perham for his approval, and by the time this appears in print your general committee will probably have re- convened in San Francisco to meet the manage- ment in the consideration of same. The brothers should bear in mind that schedule revision is slow work and exercise patience. Your committee is as anxious as any of you to complete the work, but delays are in most cases unavoid- able, and in the meantime, brothers, turn your thoughts toward the “nons.” Tucson District is pretty well lined up,' but there is yet room for improvement. I wish that each brother would hereafter appoint himself a committee of one to ascertain from the new-comer the date he enters the service, whether a member, and if so to what division he belongs, sending the information to your local chairman. This will aid him greatly in his work and be much appreciated by him, whether it be me or someone else in the future. The Grand Division meets in Baltimore in the early part of May. Those of you having sugges- tions to offer should make them to your delegate- elect as early as possible, as all proposed amend- ments to our constitution must be offered by him and be in Bro. Quick’s hands not later than April 15th next. Trusting the brothers will unite and make Tuc- son the banner district of this system division, 1 am, Fraternally yours, T. T. Cull, L. C. Tucson Division , West End — - Business brisk in “UN” Tucson relay office these days — six regular tricks and a seventh part of the time. J. T. Mack, from the San Francisco general office, is on extra. Bro. G. A. Flynn and C. E. Tyler start shortly on an extended trip through Old Mexico and the Southern States. Taylor, Mack and Eva will all be up to date March pay day, making “UN” solid again. Our Grand Division alternate representative, Bro. O. L. Butler, would be awfully pleased to attend the convention this year. “She” lives in Digitized by Google

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448 The Railroad Telegrapher. Maryland, and we hear him singing “Love Me and the World Is Mine,” so we leave you to guess the rest. Mgr. Bro. Stanley is just as popular as ever, judging from the bunch of valentines he received St. Valentine’s day. ' Bro. Ora Barnwell, agent Gila, has resigned and gone to California, relieved by D. A. Bow- den. We are always sorry to lose good men like Bro. Earnwell. Local Correspondent Bro. Brough, called East owing to the illness of his wife, was relieved by Mr. Pine, a new man. Bro. Witty, agent at Yuma, is working overtime doping' out what he will grow on his farm recently acquired. We hope it’s canteloupes and we all get to sample them. Local Chairman Cull has been off for a month on the general committee, relieved by Bro. Hiegel and he by Bro. Ford. Bro. O. D. Locke, from the U. P., is on fourth. Bro. Sturges, on three weeks’ leave, was relieved by Bro. Iser, frofn the Northern Pacific. Bro. Fred Ewing, recently back from Arkansas, is ticket clerk at Yuma passenger depot, and still holds an up-to-date. Bro. W. T. Brinley, former agent at Gila, In the train service between Yuma and Gila, is always “there with the goods’’ whether slinging lightning or clubbing brakes. Wish there were more like him. General Chairman Cowgill has been investigating some old cases and meeting the boys on this division. It has been a long time since we had the honor of a visit from the general chairman, and we hope he will come often. Recent new members: J. H. McClure, Lords- burg; J. >W. Christian, Willcox; C. H. Coburn, Sibyl, and W. H. Graham, Aztec, with about five more in sight for March pay day. No items received from the east end th s month. Wake ’ up, boys, and send us some items by the aoth, so we can have a monthly write-up. The few who have not yet remitted dues for the current term should do so immediately. Schedule revision costs money, and our general committee may need that six “bones” to carry on the work. Cert. 159- Los Angeles Division — The reduced general committee convened in Oakland on January 6th, and are working on a proposed contract which will be submitted to the company. The information blanks which were sent out to all agents and telegraphers and re- turned to each local chairman, with information as to existing conditions and increase deserved, are of great assistance. The committee is going to be reasonable in their efforts in behalf of the agents and telegraphers they have the honor to represent, and it will depend in a large measure upon your actions as to the ultimate results. It will be necessary for you to support the committee morally and financially, too, if called upon for a special remittance. The parcel-post matter, which seems to be ot great importance to some agents, account Fargo commissions decreasing is to be duly considered and presented by the general chairman. Those of you who are delinquent should pay up promptly. Each member employed in an office with a non-member should endeavor to secure his application. The new seniority list for January 1st has been received from the superintendent’s office, and the required number of copies made and forwarded to members. Anyone not receiving a copy, please advise and will forward another. We now have 201 men on the Los Angeles — the largest division on the Southern Pacific — and it makes good work on my part difficult, and I must ask the help of each member. Every member should find out if the man working with him or at the next sta- tion carries an O. R. T. card; if not, the reason. Please give or send him a recent copy of your Telegrapher, which may awaken him to his duty. Through the efforts of the membership in general, this organization has been built up to the highest point of efficiency ever enjoyed by a telegraphers* organization, and as a result of the earnest efforts of the Order, millions of dollars annually have been added to the pay-rolls of the telegraphers of North America, and it is persistently continuing these efforts for better conditions. With the hearty support of the railroad telegraphers of the country, conditions will continue to improve until our profession is put on a basis equal to that of any other calling in the railroad service. But, in order to accomplish this result, the member- ship of; the Order must be kept up to its present high standard of over 40,000, as the greater the membership the greater the ability to accomplish good. The fact that you are now a member of this Order indicates that you are interested ip this great work, and it is hoped that you will do your part by immediately locating the non-member near- est to you. Every member will increase the power of the organization that much; therefore, in the interest of yourself and that of your fellow work- ers, get busy. Considerable speculation is being indulged in relating to ,the new parcel-post law, which became effective on the first day of 1913. To those who have to carry the mail between the depot and the post office and vice versa it means a change in conditions that will have to be met. About the best way to adjust any trouble that may arise on account of it, will be to keep account of the number of pieces and weight of the mail carried during the last three months of 1912, und the first three months of 1913, make a comparative statement and place it in the hands of the general chairman for adjustment. The question as to whether or not the present hours-of-service law in the proviso, relating to train orders! and sig- nals, applies to train and enginemen when taking their own train orders, has not yet been decided by the Interstate Commerce Commission. A full hearing has been had upon the subject, at .which the representatives of the conductors, trainmen, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 449 engineers, firemen and railroad telegraphers favored the application of the nine-hour provi- sion under such circumstances. It is important that you keep me advised of new men coming to this division. If members, give me their certificate and division numbers and date dues are paid to, so we can arrange their transfer to Division 53. Following are the rates to join: $8.50, March and September; $7.50, April and October; $6.50, May and November; $5.50, June and December; $10.50, July and January; $9.50, August and February. Insurance, which is very reasonable in rating, is: On $300, series A, $2.40 per year; on $500, series B, $3.60 per year, and on $1000, series, C, $7.20 per year. The cost, as given by months, includes the initiation fee of $3.50 to the fraternal department and $1 to the mutual benefit department, and dues to the end of the current term at the rate of $1 per month. Insurance rates are not to be paid until the applicant is accepted. Yours fraternally, Ed Mulvihill, Local Chairman, Wilmington. Cal. Los Angeles Division, West End— Bro. W. B. Duncan, agent Chino, is on leave of absence; E. L. Rumscy assigned to agency Saugus; Bro. L. P. Shutt, agent Thermal; Bro. W. F. Shorrocks is at **NG” Arcade depot, Los Angeles; A. J. Russell bid in first Indio; Bro. J. M. Iiodge is at Brawley; Bro. C. C. Yater at Redlands as ticket agent; Bro. Ralph Keyes has moved to Whitewater; Will Fitzpatrick bid in first Shorb; Bro. Charles Owens went to San Diego recently in his Franklin, from Buena Park, and L. M. Holman is relieving Mr. Willard at Santa Ana, who has been taken to the hospital sick. Daniel McCormick, telegrapher at San Fernando* shot a lone bandit, who tried to hold up the sta- tion recently. Two suitcases, filled with watches, chains and bracelets, were taken from the wounded man by the officers and brought to the sheriff’s office at Los Angeles. Sheriff Ilammell believes that he is the bandit who operated extensively around Los Angeles and in the San Fernando Valley, and San Bernardino officers are trying to identify biin as the tramp who murdered Teleg- rapher G. M. Cox at Summit several weeks ago. Bro. C. A. Kemp, at Bloomington, is kept busy these days with the special trains and big business caused by the land companies, who are booming his station as future orange land. AH the local stations are enjoying a gradual increase in business, caused by the natural growth of southern California. Brothers in the East anxious to come to Cali- fornia should first secure a position with the railroad companies before leaving their homes, and also figure on working the extra board for some tim* Ed Mulvihill. Stockton Division — Positions awarded: Galt third, D. A. Irwin; Kerman second, C. E. Ray; Lathrop third, L. E. Needham; Livingston second, A. W. Martin; third. H. W. Lutterell; Lodi third, J. E. Hanlin; Los Banos third, M. V. Simpson ; Madera third, F. Fralick. Boys, we should get together and do something. First, get a new card. Pay up your back dues and get in the nons, so we can get in line for better pay and working conditions. We are handling Wells-Fargo business by parcel post, U. S. mail, such as trees, bricks, pieces of lumber, boxes, etc., all for nothing. Tt’s bad enough to be obliged to handle mail sacks with tetters and papers without handling the parcel post, which knocks our commission out on ex- press. Every package we handle by parcel post means that much commission taken from us, and we have to handle the business just the same. The only way to get any benefit out of the O. R. T. is to join and stick up for your rights. We are the poorest-paid men on the system, and have the greatest responsibility. The brakemen have a $95.25 minimum and make more overtime thah our regular salary. If we don’t get together and ask for better pay and working conditions, we will never get it. We arc handling the W. U. business for nothing, when we should have com- mission on the in and out business just as we do on the Fargo. It takes more time to make up the W. U. reports than all the railroad reports put to- gether. The commission we get from that class of business wouldn’t pay our cigaf- bills for a week. The only way we can better ourselves is to thor- oughly organize; then go after what we want. 1 will be glad to hear from some of you boys, through the journal, on this subject. Get your heads together and pull hard for better pay and working conditions. L. B. Hickey, agent Oakdale, Cal., claims he can not afford to get an “up to date.” “No card, no favors.” Bro. C. N. Larson, third “N,” has resigned, relieved by F. V. Lux pending the return of Bro. L. E. Needham on third Madera. M inturn nights has been opened by D. A. Irwin. Tiraba Pit days and Newman and Mendota nights abolished since gravel trains have been pulled off. Bro. W. A. Rash, from the San Joaquin Divi- sion, gets Livingston agency, vice L. C. Grover, now on “KN” third. Div. Cor. Coast Division — To Bro. Werner is due all the credit for the news this month. Bro. Ward was relieved at San Jose by Mr. O'Neel, from Gilroy, to join the general committee at Oakland in the work of revision. Bro. A. B. Sisson was relieved several weeks by Mr. Emery, who previously relieved Assistant Agent Hanson, at Santa Cruz, a few days. Bro. E. L. Pennington and wife, from Suisun, called on the waiter while on their vacation. Digitized by Google

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450 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. H. M. Frye, who relieved R. H. Abbott, agent Salinas while off sick with la grippe, was iclieved on first there by Bro. P. F. Werner. J. H. Kcnady, agent Occano, while off taking his wife to southern California for her health, was relieved by your humble servant. Bro. Crofut is back at Castroville from a very pleasant eastern trip, Bro. Law going to Soledad nights. Bro. Marble, first Redwood, while taking in the sights in Los Angeles, was relieved by Mr. O'Neel, third Gilroy, and he by Bro. Werner, later relieved by S. E. Tooker, who also relieved Bro. “Beel” Hcany, second Gilroy, when he went to the hos- pital with tonsilitis. Bro. Spencer, “YD” San Jose, on a few days’ leave, was relieved by Mr. Emery. Bro. A. L. Andrews, agent Guadalupe, has re- turned from three months' vacation to his old home in Alabama. He was relieved by Bro. Lind- sey, and he later by Bro. L. Locey, relieved on third by C. W. Fuller. Dispatcher H. E. Leveredge, San Luis Obispo, is off on leave; understand to sign a "31” for a double-header on the life trip. Wc extend him our heartiest congratulations. He was relieved by Bro. H. B. Evans, and he on second there by C. F. Moore. Try to return the post cards mailed you March 1 st not later than the twentieth, with all the news items possible. Bro. P. F. Werner, Salinas first, has volunteered to help me. If any of you happen to see or talk with him, give him any changes you know of and he will notify me. “HS,” Cert. 1558. Western Division — Several new members secured recently show that some of the boys are working for a solid division. There are four still out who promise to join this month. Remind them of this. Brothers, drop me a card as soon as you read this and send me all the news, so wc can have a write-up every month. Superintendent W. A.. Whitney has gone to Sacramento, succeeded by J. D. Brennon, and he at Stockton by C. II. Kctcham as superintendent. B. A. Campbell, assistant to Mr. Brennon, will treat us right. C. E. Norton has resumed as chief. Traveling Agent Charlie Muller, who went with Mr. Whitney, was relieved by P. S. Cunning- ham, another good man. Recent changes arc: Agents --Bros. W. M. Casselman, Livermore; I. L. Van Loon, Bay Point; F. G. La Montague, Danville; L. G. Eby, Mil- pitas. Assistants — Bros. C. S. Skinner, Napa; E. L. Bryan, Hayward; H. L. Taylor, Bay Point; E. P. Holliday, South Vallejo; C. P. Walker, San Pablo. Telegraphers — G. C. Dove, Port Costa second, vice W. H. Engle; C. D. Roach, second Suisun, vice W. R. Burns, and C. R. Sillers, Niles third, vice G. K. Faber, all up to date. B. Roland, roadmastcr, who went to Tracy, was succeeded by O. M. Barlow’. We are glad to see Mr. Roland promoted. Geary Wright, trainmaster at Suisun, recently recovered from a very severe attack of pneumonia and is his old self again. Our new officers have been elected, and we are well on our way for another year. We have been revising the schedule since early in January, and expect several changes. Let us all pull together, line up the nons and keep in touch with the times. Let me hear from you all and give me the news. H. P. Fish, Div. Cor., Santa Rosa, Cal. Sari Joaquin District — C. T. U. Bro. Turner is at Tehachapi. Bro. R. S. Easterw’ood, assigned to Sivert, was re- lieved, and relieved Mrs. Evans on third Lan- caster. Bro. Sears, manager “K” Bakersfield, was re- lieved a few days during February by Bro. Krom- beck, of Bcalville, on account of a death in his family. Bro. Sears has the sympathy of the teleg- raphers of this division. The forces at “K” Bakersfield and “MC” Mojave have been reduced to four men in each office: Bakersfield — Bro. Sears, manager, and Bros. Underhill, Martin and Dillon, telegraphers. Mojave — Bro. Mould, man- ager, and Bro. McMullen and Messrs. Kiramel and Culley, telegraphers. A new, 52-strap, double- angle, spring-jack switchboard will soon be in- stalled in the telegraph office at Mojave, with other new equipment. New Atkison repeaters w’ere lately installed, and Bro. Mould states that they were almost as welcome as the flowers in May. Bro. C. Mallachowitz, extra agent at Caliente, was relieved Dy Bro. Eckford at Woodford. Bro. M. B. McMullen, fourth Mojave, took a hunting trip up the Jawbone a few days ago, and came back laden with tan, ducks and a detailed report of “one big time.” Cashier A. C. Johnson, of the depot force, accompanied him. It is gratifying to note that the new men coming to this division do not remain long before they are carrying an up to date. Each man on this division acts as an organizer, and their efforts bring forth good results. “In union there is strength,” and our general committee, now in ses- sion at San Francisco, may feel sure that the telegraphers of this division are willing to stand by them in whatever action it may take. The news notes from the Valley are very notice- able by their entire absence each month. That portion of our district should be represented in the journal each month, and the brothers up there should send me their news items on or before the twentieth. Come, now-, someone start doing it. Cut. 2290. G\ //. & S. ./. Ry., El Paso Division — Out of twelve brothers asked to furnish me items only two responded. Bro. A. A. Cater, who came to El Paso twelve years ago in search of health, died there February 1 2th. A card of honor man, loyal to his friends, and having the courage of his convictions, he Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 451 leaves a host of friends. He had been in the union depot at El Paso for three years, and turned out the prettiest train order copy in the Southwest, many conductors carrying them as souvenirs. The pall bearers were B. E. Bee, H. T. Etheridge, M. Espinosa, C. E. Waterhouse and E. E. Taylor, fellow telegraphers of that city. Bro. R. G. Murphy, first Clint, is off,, his wife having been very sick with typhoid fever, but we are glad to learn she is now convalescing. Mr. Hurley is on second Ft. Hancock while Bro. J. B. Cleaver is visiting his family in Penn- sylvania. C. T. McHugh is on second as extra dispatcher at El Paso, vice H. T. Etheridge, relieving W. A. Roberts on first, acting as chief while W. G. Reading is visiting in Canada. Bro. R. F. Pclross promoted to regular dispatcher at El Paso, vice Bro. J. P. McKellar, resigned. Bro. Petross was relieved at Marathon agency by Bro. J. A. Skip- per pending bulletin. Polvo nights and second and third at Finlay, Dryden and Comstock opened up by new men, owing to heavy business. Bro. P. L. Gaddes, Sierra Blanca, resigned after hunting and trapping a month in the Guadalupe Mountains, went to the Rio Grande Division of the Texas & Pacific. Bro. E. E. Taylor, on Sierra Blanca second for over two years, bid in the “grave yard stunt” at El Paso “RK. Bro. F. N. Hallsted, third Sierra Blanca, was in El Paso recently “watching” the ponies run. Bro. A. Lickorish, agent, and Bro. A. E. Polk, first Sierra Blanca, have had an attack of ‘‘spring gardening” as the result of a few warm days. C. Brown, second Sierra Blanca, goes to third Finlay, relieved by Bro. B. S. Williams pending bids. We all regret that Bro. W. K. Lester, who has served us so faithfully and ably for the past six years as general chairman, was compelled to resign, owing to Mrs. Lester’s poor health, and glad to learn of the appointment of so able a suc- cessor as Bro. J. E. Cowgill. Bro. C. F. Burling, first Sanderson, is off and may have some news for us on his return. Bro. J. F. Hiseler, now on first Carrizozo, N. M., E. P. & S. W., who worked here fifteen years, was recently married, much to the surprise of a few young ladies in this vicinity. Congratulations. Div. Cor. Houston Division — Bro. W. H. Lester is back at Weimar, displacing Bro. V. L. O’Farrell, who is working East Yard second until assigned. Bro. W. J. Haddon, local chairman, made a trip over the division recently, lining up the nons. This division needs a few dozen more like Bro. Haddon. Get busy, brothers, and help him line up the rest of them. Mr. Williams bid in Sugarland second, where he can spend about fourteen hours a day at home. Bro. J. H. Cornick, Glidden third, was off a few days in February. All main line passenger trains were detoured via S. A. & A. P. and G. C. & S. F. from Blodgett to Rosenberg on February 25th account of a freight derailment near Riddick. Victoria Division trains were transferred to scene of wreck. Double track is being planned from Chaney Jet. to Rosenberg. Bro. W. J. Dobbs gets second Schulenburg, relieving Bro. M. H. Burkhaltcr, who relieved Bro. A. J. Umland at Richmond ten days, and then bid in Waedler second. Bro. L. P. Lester has returned to first Schulen- burg, relieving Mr. Koehle, a new man, who later relieved Bro. S. E. Starr, agent Waedler, ten days. “No card, no favors.” Send in your notes by the 20th, so we can have a good write-up each month. Certs. 2268 and 2303. T. & iV. O. Division, Including Port Arthur, Jack- sonville and Galveston Branches — Boys, don’t fall down on our committee as we, did some time ago. Get in the nons. See that the man next to you has an up-to-date card or that he gets one. If you put as much energy into that work as you do for the company it will be easy. Too many of us (myself not excepted) lay back, after paying our dues, and expect the local chairman to do all the work. One man can not lift a thirty-foot ninety-pound rail, but if about twenty-five or thirty of us take hold we can move it some. Recent assignments are: Echo secon’d, Bro. E. D. Stakemiller; Scabrook, F. A. Carpenter; Frankston, II. D. Frilley; Beaumont third, F. A. Whitaker; Harrisburg third, B. Beaman. Open for bid: Crandall agency, Harrisburg and Gal- veston second, Nome first and second. Bro. E. James, from the C. M. & P. S., relieved R. G. Keller, agent Nome, ten days. J. C. Jones, agent Frankston, has gone with the M. K. & T. Bro. R. R. Holland, Beaumont second, bid in "HN" Houston nights, vice U. S. Vincent, who returned to Harrisburg first. Bro. Weddell, extra, bid in Beaumont second, and Bro. J. O. Driver, former local chairman, bid in “HD” Houston second. Bro. Woolery, third “HD” Houston, promoted to night chief there. Boys, send me all the changes and other news items you can by the 20th, and we will have some- thing that looks more like a write-up next month, and don’t forget to bother that non a little every few minutes about getting a card. He needs it and we need him. If he gets it wc get him. See? Let’s line up the old T. & N. O. I would like to put in about twenty-four hours writing up a list of new members on this division, and I will do it, too, if you will all just get the man next to you. r>IV- Cor. Digitized by Google

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452 The Railroad Telegrapher. Louisiana Lines — Boys, all help, and let’s have a write-up each " month. If you are delayed in going to your regular assignment refer the matter to the local chairman and make claim for the difference in pay, if any. When we bid in a job we like to go to#it at once. Wake up, boys. There are new officials over here now and they may treat us better if we will come to the front and try for better conditions, but if we linger we will always be behind. Bro. L. L. Lyles, at Marathon, Tex., with seven years seniority, would like to change with some brother on the Louisiana lines. If interested write him. Those without an up-to-date should remit their dues at once. Bro. J. A. Wherland is now agent at Abbeville, vice Bro. Bassish, resigned. Bro. W. W. Stevens, while taking his mother to the hospital, was relieved by Bro. E. L. Coyle, a new man. Recent assignments: Avondale first, O. F. St. Blanc; Raccland Jet. third, O. B. Brupbacher; West Lake agency, I. E. Jones; Jeanerette nights, W. S. Smith; Franklin nights, W. Brooks; Alex- andria days, W. W. Fincher; Morgan City third, J. C. Hampton. Olivier nights and Cheneyville third no bids. Other vacancies: Avondale second, Sulphur sec- ond, Schriever third, Welsh first. Sulphur first, Vinton days, Broussard agency, and fourth at "WS” New Orleans. •Don’t forget that your local chairman is now located in New Orleans, having bid in “WS,” and his address is 2500 Marengo St. Order a few application blanks and get after those nons. Bro. Bergeron has returned to “Q” after reliev- ing Bro. Mclntire at “VR,” who relieved Bro. Bouchard at “US.” Bro. Mayo, of “CII,’* is on leave of absence. Remember it is not the chairman’s fault if the bulletin is a little late some months. The telegraphers at “W” do not have to throw the switch any more. It was started by nons and the Order men had to do it until it could be straightened out. Please send me all the news you can before the 20th of each month, addressed H. L. Feske, Foster, P. O. Bayou Sale, La. “FS,” Cert. 2179. Northern Pacific Ry. Idaho Division — Members Idaho Division: I desire to thank you for your unanimous endorsement of my work on this division, as evidenced in my nomination and re-election without opposition as local chairman and as your delegate to the Baltimore convention. I shall continue to represent you to the best of my ability in all organization matters and I hope that my future efforts will merit a continuation of your confidence. Our division is in excellent condition, and we should exert every effort not only to keep it in that condition, but to better it with each passing day until we have arrived at the pinnacle of perfection in organization. I have noted of late, with great pleasure, a growing in- clination on the part of several of our members to get actively into the work, and as much as my time will permit I have tried to encourage this movement. There is work for all of us to do, and if we will all bend to the task with untiring energy, the result of our united efforts will toon redound to our successful upbuilding. Work with the non-members and keep me advised of their location. When a non comes to work in your office, drop me a line giving his or her name, and give me the opportunity to approach them on the subject of uniting with us. This will enable me to keep constantly in touch with all non members, and will greatly assist me in getting their application for membership. Yours fraternally, B. E. Nason, L. C. Idaho Division Motes — A circular letter has been issued by roadraastera addressed to all section foremen, in which the latter are instructed to fire up and keep waiting rooms w'arm, to hang up and take care of mail sacks, and do other work of a similar nature around stations where telegraphers are not on duty, when so instructed. If he gets up at 2:00 a. m. to hang mail for a mail train, instead of being r*id 50 cents for a call, as telegraphers are, the foreman will get 25 cents. On straight over- time, the company will also save five cents an hour by this arrangement. Members at stations where this is being done might point out to the foreman that if his craft were organized and under a schedule on this system they would be in a position to demand overtime pay equal to that accorded telegraphers for this class of work. Bro. Floyd, of Paradise, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Stephens, from Ash St. office, Spokane, who later relieved Mr. Kilgore on third Paradise, the latter returning to Spokane. Bro. Elver has returned from an extended vaca- tion in the East to his duties as agent at White Pine. Bro. Taylor bid in second Trout Creek, re- lieved on third Velox by Bro. Garrett, wh^> also relieved Bro. Phillips, second Noxon, a few days. Sister Mueller has returned to Furlong from an extended vacation in California, relieved^ by Mrs. Newbro. the only lady telegrapher on this division who docs not carry a card. Mrs. Newbro also relieved Bro. Griffith, third Clarks Fork, for a week’s vacation. Bro. Parent bid in first Hope. Bro. Thayer, second Hope, off a few days white-fishing, re- lieved by Bro. L. P. Marshall, from third, who was on first there pending bulletin. Bro. Mar- shall, relieved on third by Bro. Forbes, was later on sick leave, relieved by Sister Gephart. Bro. Davidson, second Kootenai, was off two days owing to sickness, Bros. Spurrier and Wool- man doubling one day, Bro. Taylor relieving one day before going to Trout Creek. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 453 Bro. Myers bid in second Sand Point, relieved on third by Bro. Jackcwitz, pending bulletin, later by Bro. Olson, from Reardan, the telegraph position there being abolished. Mr. Schroeder, on first at Cocolalla during ice harvest, relieved Bro. Frank Hartman, first Thompson Falls, who relieved Agent Sinclair. Bro. Underhill bid in third Granite, vice Sister Seymour there, now temporarily out of service. Bro. Underhill, relieved on second Athol by Mrs. Newbro, who will probably have no lack of invi- tations to join the Order while there. Bro. Lukanitsch, second Rathdrum, on several days’ sick leave, relieved by Mr. Powell. Bro. McGann, first Velox, has recovered from his accidental fall and consequent injury and has resumed work, which is good news to his many friends. Bro. Briggs, agent Otis Orchards, is on vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. Mansfield. Bros. Thornton, Woodward and Forbes are on the temporary positions at Ash St., Spokane. The proper way to open a new office — solid O. R. T. Bro. Partridge, who relieved Mr. McLaughlin, agent Kamiah, on sixty days’ vacation, is now re- lieving the agent at Genesee. Mr. McLaughlin has asked for papers and will soon be a welcome addition to our membership. Bro. W. T. Garrett is one of our new welcome members. M. E. Schroeder advises he will be soon. “Ye scribe’’ desires to thank Bro. Davidson, of Kootenai, for a fine batch of items this month. Div. Cor. WHEN I WAS A HAM. (By “NI.’’) How well I remember the first time I answered The call of the station where I was to be; My hands they were shaky, the world swam be- fore me, As I sat at the table, my hand on the key. “XE” he was calling, “XE” he repeated, Till I thought the whole system was waiting for me; “Nine” he was signing, and “nine” he repeated, Still I sat at the table, my hand on the key. And finally, for some unaccountable reason, I opened the key, then went out the door, And after a few breaths of fresh summer breezes, I went back and closed it so he could call more. And call me he did, till I finally decided That answer I must or give up the'' job. So with a hand that was shaking like ague, I sat down again, took a hold of the knob. I moved my chair closer, my brain was a-whirling, As I tried to think how he’d start out on me, And since then, I’ve never been able to tell how it happened, I opened the circuit and said. “I I XE.” “OS No. i,” I thought he was yelling, “OS” it I did, with my hand to my head, What will he next say? I kept asking and asking, If he opens his key I sure will drop dead. No word from “DK” to say if he got it, I took it for granted he made a wild guess, For to “monkey” with me was a lot of time wasted, And I felt relieved, to that I confess. Will some one please tell me, some one who has been there, Why it is that he smiles when before him you stand — Before the dispatcher, that great chief dispatcher, That mean chief dispatcher that ties on the can? Dakota Division — “United we stand, divided we fall.” Cc-opera- tion always wins, fellows. Let’s all work so much harder for the Order in the next few months and be able to flaunt a “Solid O. R. T.” banner to the breezes when our representatives appear before the railway management in quest of still better working conditions and schedule. The motto for the year 1913 is: “Let each member do his share.” Read O. R. T., think O. R. T., talk O. R. T., and untold advancement for the good of the cause will be accomplished. Wing was quarantined during February, the wife of Bro. Schmoldt, the agent, having smallpox, and Bro. Ellis, at Robinson, had to report cars for Tuttle, Wing, Regan, Still and Robinson dur- ing the embargo. Bro. Moe, agent Flasher, was relieved for two weeks’ vacation by J. A. Cummins, who also re- lieved Bro. J. W. King, agent Hurdshield, while on vacation. Mr. Boyden, agent Carson, has resigned, and W. W. Jaynes bid in the station. J. L. Seveland, second Steele, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Powell, a new man. Bro. A. W. Spittstoesser, agent Bowden, who bid in Sykeston, withdrew his bid, and Bro. Marsh bid it in, relieved at Brinsmade by O. J. Rosen- dahl. Bro. R. W. Boggs bid in third “JY,” and A. E. Brock third Burleigh, vice Bro. C. E. Hendrix, discharged for sleeping on duty. Brothers, take warning. Bro. D. C. Poindexter, our assistant correspond- ent, has brought in several new brothers from among the nons on the division. Perseverance counts. Bro. G. Stonkins, third Windsor, visited with Bro. L. E. Tilney, agent Eldridge, when en route to Jamestown. Bro. J. W. Tangney was a recent Jamestown visitor. Bro. Kerber, agent . Windsor, and Bro. Tilney and wife, of Aldridge; Denny Boyle, manager “J,” and Dispatchers Ydstie and Gwin, of “JC,” at- tended the big O. R. C. New Year’s dance at Jamestown. They all had an enjoyable time and vote the O. R. C. bunch the best of entertainers. Digitized by Google

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454 The Railroad Bro. G. W. Sartell, agent Buchanan, has com- pleted a successful six weeks’ baching fast, his wife having returned from a visit at their old home in St. Cloud. There are so many worthy advantages of join- ing the O. R. T. that, if put in the proper light to a non, he can not fail being with us. Endeavor to point out thesSe advantages in an enlightening manner and you have won half the battle. To back the demands of the O. R. T., Solid to a member the division should be. Regardless of who is elected local chairman, we must give him our hearty support and co-opera- tion. If you have a grievance, write it up in a plain and intelligible manner and mail it to him. He will exert every effort to right it. If you do not hear of results at once, be patient; it takes time for all things, and in the end right usually wins. A bill was passed at this session of the legis- lature that prohibits accepting tips, in any form, by porters, conductors, brakemen and agents for any service performed while acting in their re- spective capacities with the company carrying them on the pay-roll. A special clause is inserted regarding agents and conductors taking money from shippers for the placing of cars for loading in preference instead of routine. The January Telegrapher records fifty-eight new and revised schedules made with different roads during the year 1912, the O. R. T. being instrumental in bettering the working conditions for all telegraphers, and has more than 43,000 members in the United States and Canada. This is gladdening. Still “we are marching on.” Bro. John Smith, agent Elgin, has been trans- ferred from Division 71 to the “Fighting 54,” to help make “Dakota Division Solid by June ist.” Let that be our slogan. “On your toes,” every- body, and help make it so. Bro. C. K. Rotranel, agent New Beipzig, will soon be transferred from the Grand Division. The McKenzie Gazette has the following in regard to Bro. J. P. Millikin, agent there, recently in its “Who’s Who” column: Who is the handsome Reuben with the clear and noble eye, Who manipulates the “bullscyes” that lets the trains go by? Who sell? tickets to the public for traveling to and fro, And tells them that the clock is right — neither fast nor slow? Who handles tons of ouggage and hundreds cans of cream. And tells you that the West Coast in winter is a dream? Who, in handing up train orders gets the hoop around his neck. And swears just like a trooper that he'll ''quit the job, “by heck?” Who steps out on the platform when No. 4 is drawing near. And as he stands a-gaping gets the mail pouch in the ear? Telegrapher. Who is it does these things o’er there across the track? Why, it’s our N. P. agent— that Millikin guy called “Jack.” Bro. A. N. Boelter is back at Adrian agency, having successfully undergone an operation for appendicitis at Brainerd hospital, relieved by Bro. J. J. Ryan. Bro. Clarence O’Malley, from “NP” relay, vis- ited in New Rodkford at the home of his uncle. Dr. Crawford, while convalescing from a six weeks’ siege in the Brainerd hospital. Hro- Paul Ebert, second Bismarck, now carries an up to date, and it is now Bro. Boggs, third “JY;” P. S. Gutensohn, Grand Rapids; Bro. G. A. Snell, agent Cannon Ball, and Bro. S. E. Colby, Mott, with Bro. L. E. Baker, agent. Welcome, men. Bro. Johnson, returning to Bismarck, makes “BI” solid, and Burleigh, McKenzie, Ster- ling, Driscoll, Dawson, Medina, Crystal Springs, Cleveland, Windsor, Eldridge and “JY” are also solid, making the outlook very satisfactory. “ON” at “J” will cover the branches fully in the next report. Obcroil is on bulletin, vice Agent G. F. Cron- noble. Bro. Martin Beal, third Sterling, has been ap- pointed agent temporal ily to relieve myself, *nd as soon as Bros. O’Hara’s and Beal’s relief arrive, BO and “HD” will be on their way via “Chi” and ‘St. Louie ’ for a month’s visit at Vera Cruz, Mexico City and other interesting points. And lest we forget, in concluding these notes. We thank the brothers who gave us their votes. Hope all the boys will shed their coats. And go out and get all the nons’ goats. Thanks to the brothers for the few notes sent in; likewise to those who merely dropped us a line with their good wishes. Each short note helps to inspire confidence that our writings each month are not going for naught. Will put our “30” here and remain, Fraternally, H. H. Ellsworth, Cor., Cert. 988. Montana Division — - It is with the deepest regret we have to chron- icle the death of Bro. E. J. O’Meara, formerly manager of the relay office at Livingston, at St. V incent s Hospital, in Billings. February 9th, from stomach trouble. Everyone knew “OM” and everyone loved and lcspectcd him. The last rites were held in the Catholic Church in Billings on the afternoon of February izth. There were many floral offerings of beautiful design from St. Taul to Seattle, those of the O. R. T. and train dispatchers and telegraphers of Livingston office being especially appropriate. Telegrams were received from all parts of the Burlington and Northern Pacific roads, and dele- gates were in attendance from all stations between Livingston and Billings, showing the esteem in which our departed brother was held. Bro. O’Meara’s widow and young son, with his brother Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 455 and brother-in-law, accompanied the remains to Eau Claire, Wis., for interment. Bro. O’Meara was a member of the Royal Arcanum. Recent assignments on bulletin were: Third Trident, Bro. Grimes; second G. N. Jet., Bro. Tronstadt; third Columbus, Bro. Manchester; third “MU” transfer, E. L. Riddle; third Boze- man, Bro. Judd, now relieving Bro. Riley, agent Greycliff, who is visiting his Florida fruit farm; second Mission, W. S. Morrow, for four years agent at Silesia; third Columbus, G. R. Coorough, a new man; agent and telegrapher at Silesia, Bro. Lofgren, Pipestone; second Columbus, Bro. Hay, and second Bozeman, Bro. F. A. Ward. A. A. W. Montana Division, West End — G. R. Coorough relieved Bro. Orman on third Columbus, who went to third Bozeman, while the regular man was taking the examination before going to Trident. Bro. Cook has resumed on first Townsend freight house. He was relieved by Bro. McDonald, and he by Mr. Coorough, who later bid in Columbus third. Bro. N. A. Smith, agent Trident, while off a few days attending the Ben II ur play at Butte, was relieved by Bro. Blackard, and he on second there by Mr. Huntley. Mrs. Perkins is on third Trident pending Bro. Grimes’ arrival, who bid it in, Bro. Perkins returning to second I.ombard. Bro. Connors, third Toston. has returned from a sixty-day vacation, having a fine time at his home in New York. Bro. Angle, second Toston, is contemplating a trip to Washington, D. C. East Helena closed 1 1 p. m. to 8 a. m., owing to the illness of Mr. Hay. Bro. Connors, of Toston, has returned from an extended trip to his old home back east. Bro. Crown, of Whitehall, was off recently, relieved by Bro. Strachan, of third there, and he by Bro. Marshall, a new man from Division 61, later relieved by Bro. McIntyre, from Bozeman. Pipestone agency and third East Helena are up for bid. A new roundhouse and depot are to be built at Logan. Amsterdam agency closed, Bro. Ward going to Kansas City on vacation before returning to sec- ond Whitehall. Mr. Kisinger took an extended vacation to Cali- fornia, but has not saved enough yet for a card — a sad mistake. J. E. Orman and R. Huntley, who relieved on second Trident a few days, are now at Columbus and Springdale, respectively. A. A. W. IN MEMORIAM. “In the midst of life we are in death.” Whereas, It has pleased the Almighty to call to his reward our late beloved brother, E. J. O’Meara, and Whereas, It is fitting that a just recognition of his many virtues should l>e had; therefore be it Resolved, By Montana Division, Order of Rail- road Telegraphers, that while we bow in meek sub- mission to the will of the Most High, we not the less mourn for the brother who has been taken from us; and be it further Resolved, That in the death of our brother this division laments the loss of one who was ever ready to proffer the hand of aid and the voice of sympathy to the needy and distressed of this fraternity, an active member of the Order, whose every endeavor was exerted for its welfare and prosperity, and a friend and companion who was ever dear to us all; and be it further Resolved, That our heartfelt sympathy be ex- tended to the widow, young son, brother and other relatives in their affliction, that a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this division, a copy sent to the 'family of the deceased brother, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. Sam Johnson, General Chairman. A. A. Wilson, Local Chairman. James Dapoe, F. M. Haines, R. T. Perkins, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. a Minneapolis, Minn., Feb. 20, 1913. Mr. A. A. Wilson, Local Chairman O. R. T.: I wish to thank you personally for kindness to us in our recent bereavement, and through you the Order of Railroad Telegraphers for the beautiful flowers sent by them and their many expressions of sympathy and their desire to always be of assistance to my brother’s wife and little son. All men who are eligible should be members of the O. R. T. Katheryn O’Meara Brooke. Pacific Division, Second District — Automatic block signals are now in operation between Sopenah and Kalama. * Mr. Offutts, who relieved Sister Wiley at “SU” first, resigned and went to Canada, relieved by Mr. Clifton. Mr. Baker, agent Yelm, was in Tacoma re- cently as witness in the case of former-Bro. Rug- gles, who was injured some time ago at Tenino by a mail sack thrown from the train. He received $2,500 of the $15,000 asked for. Bro. Henderson, our local secretary and treas- urer at Los Angeles, writes that he is having a fine time. Look out for the new members of the L. A. when he returns. Boys, I wish you would send me some notes, so we can have a good write-up each month. Attend our monthly meeting and keep in touch with what is going on around you. You should at least be interested when it is so near time for the big show at St. Paul. J. C. Snead, heretofore referred to as “Bro.,” has received every courtesy from Tacoma Divi- sion brothers, lie has not been a member since his re-employment, early in 1912, but has prom- ised to join every pay-day. He has been regularly assigned to third Sopenah, yet he has been buck- Digitized by Google

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456 The Railroad Telegrapher. ing the extra list for some time, waiving the $i a day extra compensation called for in our schedule. There are others on our division doing the same thing, thus working a hardship on the loyal brothers and sisters who are desirous of seeing our schedule lived up to. Results obtained during 1913 will depend en- tirely upon your co-operation with tb* local and system officials of the O. R. T. Resolve now that you will put forth every effort to obtain solid organization and lend a hand wherever possible. Every day the class struggle is becoming more and more apparent, and the future depends entirely upon whether or not the laboring class will awaken to the value of “class solidarity." Cert. 1488. Rocky Mountain division — ^ Bro. Merrick went to Missoula, Drummond and various other places as extra, relieved on Helena first by L. A. Hoover, who later bid in second C. N. Crossing, Bro. Sirois bidding in third. It is now Bro. F. A. Kenyon on first there. Bro. Reidell, Elliston second, has returned from his vacation. Bro. Dana was relieved on Garri- son third by Bro. Nelson, of first, who also re- lieved Agent Case for a few days, relieved by Mr. Cron, extra at Lathrop and “MD" Missoula. Bro. VV. P. Larsen, of Silver Bow first, has accepted a position as stenographer in Butte, re- lieved' by Bro. Odell, extra. Bro. Merrick, who relieved Bro. Davis on Prummond second, was later relieved by Bro. Dana. Bro. Seifert, who bid in Gold Creek agency, was relieved on “MD” Missoula third by Extra Dispatcher Edson, who later relieved Bro. Spencer, of “MA” Missoula, while off a few days sick. Bro. King, Evaro third, has returned from his vacation in Florida. Bro. Johnson is visiting in Hamilton. The Western Union is installing its own office at Deer Lodge. This will cut out the commission there. Bro. Malone bid in third Rivulet. Bro. G. A. Brown, of Rivulet, bid in St. Regis agency, ana R. B. Stevans, of Gold Creek agency, bid in first Garrison. Saltese agency and Austin second now on bulletin. A meeting will be held at Garrison soon as our new local chairman is elected. As many as possible should be present. I also hope that our new division correspondent will have less difficulty in securing the news of the division than I have had, and that we will have a better write-up each month. Fraternally, D. G. Kuffel. St. Paul Division — Bro. Love, third Big Lake, was off thirty days, relieved by Bro. Swan. Bro. Guillford, who relieved Bro. Sager at Philbrook, resigned, was later relieved by our new brother, Stickney. Bro. Bribane, relieved on third Rices by Mr. Warrington, bid in Starbuck agency, vice Bro. Roche, resigned. Bro. R. A. Nygaard, relieved on third Cushing by Bro. Guillfordr bid in Randall agency, vice Sporlcder, gone to Canada. Bro. B. E. Nygaard, agent Cushing, has been successful in lining up several new members. Thanks, Ben, keep the good work going. Bro. Miller, second Royalton, was off a few days sick recently. Bro. Duffee, second Elk River, bid in second at ThircU street, St. Paul. Bro. H. N. Shaver has returned to Gloster from a visit East, relieved by A. W. Arctander. Bro. Coil, from “NP," who went to Stillwater, has our thanks for items for this write-up. Don’t fail to pay your dues promptly and keep after any nons near you. The few we have left should be ashamed of themselves and get up to date now. Cert. 180. Minnesota Division — Bro. Easton has been relieving Mr. Clements on second Wadena. Mr. Quilan, a new man from the G. T., is on third there. Bro. J. Nuner, Henning agency, who was mar- ried on New Year’s eve, is on a trip to Florida, relieved by Bro. Skoerheim, and he on first Frazee by Bro. Johnson, of second, relieved by Mr. Stiles, with W. W. Janke on third. Mr. Hart is back at N. Y. Mills, from Glyndonj Mr. Suomela going on the extra list. Wish some of our good brothers on the F. & B. H. branch would send me a few items by the twentieth, so we can have a good write-up for this division every month. Div. Cor. Georgia Southern & Florida Ry. Bro. Sikes is relieving Third Trick Dispatcher Killian, on vacation. Bro. Curran on second, and Bro. Evans back on first. Bro. Kelly, from the yard, goes to Lulu agency, and O. L. Goodwin, from Pinehurst, to yard third. Bro. Haslam, first Unadilla, is back from a visit to Louisville, accompanied by his wife. Mr. Taylor, third Ashburn, has resigned and gone to the A. B. & A. Bro. Ivey has taken the ticket job at Tifton. Bro. Harrison, from the dispatcher’s office, is on first Tifton passenger station; Bro. Hall on sec- ond, and Bro. Dodger on third. Bro. Perry has resigned and gone to the A. C. L. secon&*\'\lbany yard. Bro. Greene, our relief agent, goes to Pine- hurst permanently.. The demerit system, a new feature, has taken permanent root here and is decidedly unsatisfac- tory, since the whole case is deqjded contrary to the schedule, which entitles an employe to an im- partial trial before discipline is applied. This is not the method being used now. The committee will do well to note the manner in which demerits are distributed and endeavor to remedy this at once. The Florida season has about ended. Business has been better than ever. We still have some nons, but they will be elimi- nated in the near future. Cert. 105. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 457 Houston & Texas Central R. R. First Division — Bro. Rader, local chairman north end, who has been on the sick list for some time, will soon be able to report for duty. Bro. Forbes, relieving him on first, is being relieved by Mr. Mattingly. Ferris nights closed while Mr. Green was relieving Bro. S. Forbes in Dallas. Bro. S. F. Hyde, promoted to Ennis dispatcher’s office, is on second north end. We are glad to see this faithful brother promoted. He will make a good dispatcher and be a credit to the Order. He succeeds A. T. Rawlins, promoted to chief dis- patcher in Hearne. Bro. Brumfield, second Bre- rnond extra, bid in “PO” third, Ennis dispatcher’s office. Bro. Ivan Snodgrass bid in second “JO” Ennis, relieved on bid by Bro. H. L. Kelly, second Nava- sota. Bro. Welch, extra “JO” Ennis, gets “HQ” terminal office, but still retains his seniority. Mr. Hestes is on third “JO” Ennis. Line him up, brothers. Bro. J. E. Rawlins has been promoted to extra dispatcher. The brothers are all glad of his pro- motion, as they know he will make good. Bro. C. E. Hcsterly, Waxahachie days, went to Arkansas recently, captured a lifetime boss, and then bid in second in the dispatcher’s office at Hearne. Waxahachie days on bulletin. Con- gratulations. Bro. Brumfield, second Bremond extra, bid in third there, and Bro. Reynolds, agent Alma, bid in Navasota second, vacated by Bro. Kirk, Stfeele, who bid in second Corsicana. Bro. Mosely and Bro. Laisure, off a few days on grievance work, have had Bro. M. O. Murphy, who was dismissed from Hearne ever a year ago, reinstated, settling a controversy over some over- time. Mr. Waid sustained us in our claims. Bro. Joe Neal, Jr., relieved Bro. Laisure on first Corsi- cana, and Mr. Stroud, too young yet to join, re- lieved Bro. Moseley. There have been many changes in the past thirty days, but can only report those that have come to my notice. Hope the boys will wake up and send in all the news, so wc can have a good write-up each month. The different labor organizations have a com- mittee in Austin most of the time, and are intro- ducing or having introduced bills for the better- ment of our working conditions. It has been the custom of the railroad companies to get out a list and ask all the employes to sign it, in order to defeat such bills. The brothers who have been signing these lists should investigate hereafter be- fore signing them. It is a very good idea to keep in touch with what is going on in the legislature all the time, and when a measure comes up for the betterment of working conditions, lend it your support by talking it up to everyone you see. Call the attention of the representative of your district to it, and give him to understand that you are in favor of it, and for him to get busy. In this way we will hear a different story coming from Austin than we have heard in the past. There are quite a number of new men on the division, and some of them are “Misters” and need looking after; so let’s all get busy and see if we can't maintain the old motto: “Those who have no cards need not apply.” Fraternally, A. E. L. Second Diinsion — Bro. R. Fishbeck bid in the telegraph position in the dispatcher’s office at Austin. Day Sampley, ex-brother, bid in Brenham sec- ond joint with G. C. & S. F. and H. & T. C., and Mr. Cunningham bid in Lampasas. Bro. Whitehead has resigned, relieved by Mr. Ater, who will be with us pay-day. Bro. Menke, agent Fairland, has purchased an auto and will probably soon be paying all kinds of claims, fines, etc., for high speeding. Bro. Rummell, Leander, is off spending his surplus. Mr. Chamberlain, from Manor, has been as- signed to Llano as cashier, and Manor is on bul- letin. Bro. J. S. Schimerhorn, has returned to Burton as agent. The “Misters” here, by the use of a little vim and vinegar, can be induced to come in. Get after them. Since the double service has been put on the west end it keeps everyone at his post to keep track of directions and movement of trains. R. Fishbeck, L. C. Southern Ry. St. Louis Division — NOTICE. There will be an all-day meeting at the Vcndome Hotel, Evansville, Ind., Sunday, March 23, for the benefit of all telegraphers, agents and lever- men employed on lines entering that city. The meeting will be called to order at 10 a. m., lasting all day, until 10 p. m. All arc invited. L. E. Crandall, L. C. St. Louis Lines — There has been no write-up . in the journal from this division because the brothers have not been sending in the list of changes, men taking vacations, new men coming to us each month, etc. If each one will do his part and send the local chairman this information, there will be no fur- ther complaint nor lack of news. Bro. W. E. Young, of Rockport, likes going to and from work in a boat, but fishing in the sum- mertime is better. Bro. H. B. Green, second Lincoln City, off a few days, was relieved by H. G. Davis, with a rusty card. Bro. T. E. Riley, of Belleville, 111., visited home folks at Lincoln recently. Bro. G. V. Baker bid in third Hartwell Jet., and Bro. O. R. Zachary bid in third Denverside, re- lieved by Bro. R. C. Bolen at Ayershire until bids closed. Digitized by c,ooQle

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458 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. L. II. Miller bid in first Huntingburg, vice Bro. J. IT. Flanigan, resigned. Bro. Bische re- lieved Miller on first Princeton, but later went to “GM” Washington, and first “XN” was bid in by Bro. Willis, relieved on Huntingburg third by Bro. Bolar, relieved on second Woods by Bro. Overbee. Bro. Boston, of Birdseye, spent Sunday with borne folks. His mother is improving. There is not an O. R. T. man in Francisco, brothers, see that the increase there i& recognized by some applications for membership. M. J. Kemp, Princeton freight office, bid in Winslow, and Bro. M. C. Day, of Troy, bid in Cannelton agency. Bro. G. Rhodes, of Boonville, visited home folks recently at Evansville. Bro. J. F. Williams, first Woods, is on vacatipn, relieved by Bro. M. T. Spurling. , Bro. R. C. Overbee, of Fairfield, was on first Mt. Carmel while Bro. F. I. Gcddis was in “XN’’ a few days. Several of the boys are asking for information pertaining to the Civil Service Commission exam- inations given at various points. This matter is explained under the caption “Must Have Railroad Men,” in the December, 19 1-*. Railroad Teleg- rapher (our journal), on page 1741. Those in- terested should write the Civil Service Commis- sion, at Washington, D. C., for its form No. 376, and fill it cut and return to the commission; also ask for circular form 1312. After being O. K.d by the commission you are given a certificate for the examination at the point named in this form. The positions open to us are: Tariff clerk, accountant clerk, telegrapher, examiner of accounts, and spe- cial agent; salaries, $1,200 to $3,000 per annum. Two examinations a year are held, after January and June, at points that will be arranged only a short distance from your location. Owing to the new block jobs opening up, there has been lots of bidding and a great many changes lately, as the block jobs pay more than average telegraph jobs. Our old friend, C. W. Gray, from Borden, Ind., C. I. & L., is now with us, also our friend Songer, back from Texas. We hope our chairman will be able to settle the vacation deal for 11s at an early date, so there will be no further trouble, and arrange so we can have annual passes after being on the road three years. The agent from St. Anthony is now at Prince- ton, a man without age getting his job. Bro. Peters was displaced on third Mt. Carmel by Mr. Booth, displaced at Albion nights by Bro. Chapman, the I. C. putting on its own telegrapher at Browns. Wc are very glad to report an eight per cent increase this month. Cert. 138. IN MEMORIAL. Whereas, It has pleased God, in 1 1 is infinite wisdom, to remove from our midst the beloved wife of Bro. John A. Wood; therefore, in mani- festation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, By the members of Division 59, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to our grief-stricken brother our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in his sad benavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to our bereaved brother and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. W. E. Young, W. T. Survant, L. E. Crandall, Memphis Division — We want to be represented in the journal each issue hereafter, so send us your notes by the 20th. All of the boys were written to and requested to send some news, but only two responded. We now have an additional set of new train dispatchers, splitting the division at Loyall. Old “XN” is closed, using one man handling mes- sages days in the dispatcher’s office. S. Moore, when relieving a dispatcher, is relieved by Bro. Hanson. We were all sorry indeed to learn that we may have to give up our brother and local chairman, hut sincerely hope that it can be straightened out with the superintendent, and that he will be back in his old camp again. Bro. Wyatt, at Pocahontas, is leaving, and we wish him the best of luck. Extra Moore, of Poca- hontas. is at Barton, relieved by a new man. Third Paint Rock, Middleton and second Collier- ville arc advertised, also agencies at Barton and Pocahontas. Bro. Clopton goes to Scottsboro ticket agency, and Bro. Tester to first Middleton. Moscow has been made a night office, and Wheeler, Chase, Chewalla and Roger Springs are to be opened up as telegraph offices. Remember the motto: “No card, no favors.” As long as wc keep extending favors to the nons they will either “vamoose” or get in line. Some of them seem to think the road couldn’t run with- out them. But wc can show them better than that when we all get after them. It has been stated that first at “JC” is running a regular telegraph school. This won’t do. If it wasn’t for the grand old O. R. T. The nons we have would certainly know. They could not live the life they live. For they would not have the amount of dough. Mr. Kennamore, third Paint Rock, gone with the Pullman, was relieved temporarily by J. J. Canterbury, a new man, who also relieved Bro. Wilson, first Huntsville, while attending a funeral at Woodvillc. Later Paul Ennis bid in third Paint Rock, and was relieved by Mr. Higgan- botham, while attending court at Grand Jet. Bro. McCuller, third N. A. Jet., w*as off sick a few days, relieved by L. I). Giles, and he later by Extra Tyler. Bro. Brannum, agent Burnsville, Miss., off a few days visiting friends in Huntsville, was re- lieved by Mr. Canterbury. Digitized by Google

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The Raii.road Telegrapher. 459 Bro. Fred Tipler, third “MC” Memphis, while visiting friends and relatives in Water Valley, Miss., was relieved by B. W. Robertson, clerk in the freight office there. Mr. Byrum, third trick dispatcher Loyall on west end, on thirty days’ vacation, was relieved by J. W. Moss, third east end, and he by Sam Moore, “XN” Loyall days. Bro. R. F. Atchley, agent Barton, was relieved by W. C. Moore. Bro. D. I*. Wyatt, agent Pocahontas, was off a few days, relieved by O. W. Goycr. N. and C. and Southern wires have been cut in at Chase, Ala., and the Southern will use it as a train-ordci office, with L. D. Carlisle, baggage agent Decatur, as agent and telegrapher there. Wheeler is to be made a day and Moscow a day and night office. The two or three cubs between Huntsville and Stevenson, who break in while the dispatchers are sending train orders, delaying the trains and im- portant message work, are going to get some agent in trouble. Boys, let’s get the few nons lined up and have this division solid. If all the members will do their part it won’t take us long to do this. G. C. Curry, ticket agent Scottsboro, has gone to Waycross, Ga., with the A. C. L. Ry., relieved by Mr. Canterbury, pending assignment. Bro. Hamilton, third Tuscumbia, was off sick two nights, and Bros. Ferguson and Willis had to double. You have Bros. Hunt and Tipler to thank for the news in this write-up. “RO” and Cert. 2291. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas. Our heavenly Father, in IT is infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved wife of our es- teemed brother, L. T. Ilardcastlc, and we bowNin humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well; therefore be it Resolved. That we, the members of this divi- sion, extend to the sorrowing members of the afflicted family and brother our sincere and. heart- felt sympathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. W. Hanson, J. A. Ferguson, A. I. McCullor, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Riverton Jct., Ala., February 18. 1913. To My Dear Brother Telegraphers and Friends: I want to express, through the columns of the journal, our many thanks ar.d appreciation of the many words, messages and letters of consolement to ns during the sa'd sickness and death of our dear wife and mother, which reached deep into our broken hearts at this sad hour. Yours in grief, L. T. Hardcastle, Cert. 208, Alma and Aline. Atlanta Division , North End — I congratulate Cullen Carpenter for the nice cartoon he sketched for February journal entitled, “He Never Overlooks Anything.’’ That is the best I have seen in some time, and fits the nons exactly. Nothing is more contemptible than a scab or a confirmed non. That cartoon shows that the non sees nothing but “more pay.” He doesn’t stop to look and think where “more pay’’ comes from, just contents himself with knowing that he is to receive it. It’s a wonder we ever get any- thing wdth such bone-headed people hanging on along the line, doing all in their power to pull us down instead of trying to help us up the hill. It reminds me of E. II. York, confirmed non at East Rome tower, when asked if the boys were to -go out would he go with them, he replied that lie had a family to look out for. When he heard we received an eight per cent increase he said: “My, isn’t that nice.” Prior to this he said the company was paying the telegraphers all it could afford, and he did not think we should ask for anything at all. When asked if he intended sending his part of the increase back to Washing ton he replied that he was going to send it to liis wdfe. What kind of a man is he, or is lie a man? The eight .per cent increase means from $4 to $8 a man. The appropriation is to be distributed by a drafting committee, which is now in session at Washington. This is very encouraging indeed, and should open the eyes of the chronic kicker and non, whom we have so faithfully worked for and fed all these years in our efforts to obtain a living salary. They still sit idly by, looking on in an amused interest, wondering what the road is going to give them. I wish we could control the increase to such an extent that only members would be benefited thereby. However, the day is not far off, unless we get their co-operation, that the weather will be too cool for them to remain by the O. R. T. fireside. Bro. J. L. Norton, North Rome, bid on East Rome tower “K,” and it was given to E. II. York, a younger man in the service, but the position still remains open until permanently filled by the oldest man bidding on it. Bro. Dellinger’s atten- tion has been called to this violation of the con- tract by the chief dispatcher. Mr. Coapman signs the contract and expects the division officials to live up to them to the letter, so when you hear of or see any part of a contract being abused advise the assistant local chairman, Bro. W\ E. Dellinger, IMainville, Ga., and necessary steps will be taken to adjust it. Don’t sit idly by and see the con- tract violated and say nothing, no matter if the violation affects you or not. You have pledged yourself, ns a member, to help right such matters Digitized by Google

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460 The Railroad Telegrapher. and expected to register a kick when any other brother is unjustly treated, as well as when it affected you personally. Sec that he stands up for his rights and stand up for your own. Then we will sec our contracts honored as they should be. We are going to try to start meetings at Rome every second and fourth Sunday, or at least every fourth Sunday in each month. We have enough members there to have' a good meeting, and thf added interest that will be manifested by the late increase will induce a good many of the other brothers to come. It’s the only place to do the things that ought to be, and must be, done. Bro. Dellinger will mail you notices as soon as a date is decided on. Any brother who wishes to get busy with the nons will be furnished a list upon application to Bro. Dellinger or the writer. You all know' the slogan. Practice it at all times. It is now Bros. W. O. Davis, Dalton; C. R. Stephenson, Seney; J. L. Garmon, Powder Springs, and II. G. Gay, second Rome. Everyone keep on trying until we get some more. Assignments: Bro. B. J. Bandy, third Dalton, to third Hill City; Bro. H. D. Morgan, second Dalton, to third Phelps; J. L. Parks, third Hiram, to second Dalton; Bro. C. H. Gheesling, “from “QN” to Inman yards, vice Bro. J. L. Gossett, back on nights; Bro. R. R. Jones, from “QN” office to first Rome, vice Bro. Gay, back on second, and Bro. Williams, back on third Coleman, going to “QN.” Bro. R. F. Andrews, from Aragon, goes to the Charlotte Division; our loss is their gain. Bro. C. H. Ghcesling, Inman yards; Bro. H. I.. Kennon, chief clerk to Chief Dispatcher Langford, and Bro. R. R. Jones, first Rome, went to Wash ington to work during the inauguration of Presi dent Wilson. Don’t be afraid to stand up for your rights when a younger man is given a position you have bid on, but notify Bro. Dellinger and have the matter straightened out. The chief dispatcher is not the kind of a man to “have it in for you” for doing so, and as long as you attend strictly to business you need not fear dismissal. If we won't stand up for our rights then we have no one to blame but ourselves. I will do all I can to help you. Send in the news items and changes by the 20th and we will have a good write up every month. Dtv. Cor. Asheville Division — Boys, the journal goes all over North America and is read on every road in the U. S. by some brother interested in this division. We had a nice meeting at Barber on January 9th, thirty-one members being present, Bro. Little, local chairman, presiding, and giving us a very interesting talk. The brothers who failed to at tend missed some very important instructions. Bro. Little i? especially to be thanked for his hard work and trouble in getting posted so well on all the business. What do you boys say to having a meeting at a convenient point every two months? Each brother make it his business to get that non neighbor of his into the fold. The general committee is now in Washington and must have your support, so get a new card, keep your shoulder against the wheel, and be always ready to push. Brothers, read the journal, get posted on what other roads arc doing and get some idea of what to put before the committee. Bro. Booth, first Catawba, on a trip to Knox ville, was relieved by Mr. Low’rance. Bro. Sigmon, third Hickory, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Abernathy, of second, relieved by Bro. Wagner. Bro. Yow, third Old Fort, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. W. S. Walker, back again aftei five months’ forced vacation. Bro. May, third Majolica, bid in third Elmwood, but later withdrew his bid. Bro. Moss, third Swannanoa, on his honeymoon, was relieved by Mr. Rymer. It was a very ro mantic wedding, one of the old “rope ladder” variety. Congratulations. Bro. Clifford, second Swannanoa, is contemplating a trip to Florida. The Azalea office w'as recently broken into, and several tickets and money orders and Bro. Brook shire’s trusty revolver were stolen. Bro. Drumwright, second Old Fort, off, relieved by Mr. Payne. Bro. W. Y. Frazier, agent Drexel, off, relieved by Mr. Hedrick, and Bro. R. F. Frazier, fi*st Black Mountain, off, relieved by Mrs. Bobo, owing to the illness of their brother. On account of some misunderstanding on this division. Bro. Little, local chairman, rules as to a man’s standing upon being reinstated, that he is entitled to his old job back, no matter whether the man on his old job is older than he or not. The mail filling the position returns to his old place, or to any position bulletined and filled by a younger man in the service since be left his old job, but the man reinstated is not entitled to any job on the division manned by a younger man in the service except his old place. Mr. Johnson gave a young lady permission to stay in the office and learn telegraphy with Bro. Drumwright, second Old Fort, without consulting him on the subject beforehand, causing the student to have to listen to some very appropriate words, and also Brc. Drumwright to get off his feed very bad. Cf.rt. 502. Asheville Division, East End — Bro. J. B. Burnis died of consumption at Salis- bury, February 13th. I wdsh to thank the teleg raphers of this division for their liberal offerings to the deceased and his family. I canvassed this line, Salisbury to Asheville, and Bro. Godfrey. Asheville to Spartanburg, and I had the pleasure of presenting the money to Bro. Burnis personally. The poor fellow was too weak to express his ap- preciation as he would liked to have done. Dear brothers and triends, you will never miss any- Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 461 thing you give in a cause of this kind. It will make you feel better to know you helped a brother and friend unable to help himself. We are in- debted to Bro. C. E. Shelton, of the Charlotte Division, for his work in Bro. Burnis' behalf. Mr. Nixon is now on Bro. Burnis’ former trick second ”GD” Salisbury passenger station. Bro. C. E. Abernathy is relieving Bro. Miller on vacation. Bro. L. E. Sigmon has just returned from a Southern trip, which was his honeymoon. May they live a long and prosperous life. Local Chairman Little is in Washington assist- ing in the adjustment of our new wage scale. Brothers, we got a nice raise this time. Let s not stop until we land every non on this division. Show the company we appreciate the raise by giv ing the very best service possible. Answer the dispatcher and give him all the assistance you can in moving the trains. V. F. Moss. Cert. 2551. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father to remove from our midst our brother and friend. J. B. Burnis; be it Resolved, By Asheville Division No. 59. Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that while we bow in humble submission to the will of the Most High, we not less mourn for the brother who has been taken from us; and be it further Resolved, That in the death of Bro. J. B. Burnis this division laments the loss of a brother who was ever ready to proffer the hand of aid and the voice of sympathy to the needy and dis- tressed of the fraternity; an active member of the Order, whose utmost endeavors were extended for its welfare and prosperity, and a friend and companion who was dear to us all; and be it further Resolved, That the heartfelt sympathy of this division be extended to his family in their afflic- tion, a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this division, and a copy sent to The Telegraph er for publication. V. F. Moss, J. F, Godfry, C. E. Shelton, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Please accept our sincere thanks for the aid rendered by the telegraphers of the Asheville Divi- sion during my husband’s illness. It is a pleasure to know that my husband was so highly esteemed by the members of the O. R. T. on Asheville Division No. 59. Mrs. J. B. Burnis and Family. Ishevtlle Division. A. & S. — By the hard work of the O. K. T. wc have received another nice raise, which is appreciated very much, and wc are going to show the com- pany that we 'do appreciate it by gi\ing the very best service we can; and also show our apprecia- tion to the O. R. T. by bagging every non that an army rifle will reach. The boys on this side responded generously when they were called on to help Bro. J. B. Burnis and his family during his sickness and death. Bro. Cowan, off a few days sick, was relieved by Bro. Cooper. Bro. John Bishop, dispatching at Brevard a few days, was relieved by Bro. Cooper, and he by Extra Walden. Bro. Hall relieved Mr. Heatherly while sick, relieved by Mr. Murr, and he by Bro. Calloway. J. M. Askew, second trick dispatcher this side, while off for a month owing to the illness of his wife, was relieved by Mr. Sumner, from third, and he by Mr. Huffman, extra dispatcher. Jack has our sympathy. It is now Bro. S. G. Weldon, third Biltmore, making it a solid station. Congratulations to Bro. Ward. Cert. 1793. Charlotte Division. Xorth End — Boys, keep after the nons and get them all lined up. The few here yet only need a little encouragement to get a card and help pay for the increase which benefits them as well as us. The electric block system north of Charlotte will probably close a few offices, but the old heads will have work as long as there is any on the division. Bro. Falls, third Belmont, off a few days, was relieved by Extra Alexander. Bro. McMillin bid in second Spartanburg, and Bro. J. B. Scott second Concord. Bro. H. D. Cooksey is on second North Charlotte pending bulletin. H. D. Cooksey and George Nixon have returned from the “Big Four.” Cert. 2277. Charlotte Division, South End — - Bro. C. S. Bosworth, third Gainesville, off sev- eral days sick, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols, and Bro. A. P. Lawrence, third Cornelia, while off sick, by Bro. C. C. Harris. * Bro. A. E. Stewart was assigned to third Fallis, vice Bro. B. F. Moss, there until filled. Bro. T. T. White, second Easley, off a few days recently, owing to the illness of his brother, was relieved by Bro. B. F. Moss. Bro. C. W. Berry assigned second Gainesville, Bro. F. A. Sheriff relieving him on third Alto until bid in. O. Bass, third Toccoa, while relieving Third Dispatcher Greenville, was relieved by Bro. B. F. Moss, who also relieved Bro. B. L. Rike, third Seneca, a few days, and later relieved Bro. W. R. Jones, third Suwance. Bro. E. H. Brown, third Central, was off a few days recently. Bro. W. M. Curcton relieved II. Q. Boggs, first Lula, a few days. Bro. J. H. Tollison, second Digitized by Google

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462 The Railroad Telegrapher. Liberty, off on account of death in the family, was relieved by Bro. H. L. Watkins. O. Bass, third Toccoa, on thirty days* leave, relieved b? Bro. B. F. Moss. Bro. J. F. Clyatt, third Lula, while having his eyes treated in Atlanta, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols. Bro. T. C. Poole, third Duluth, bid in third Alto. Bro. B. H. Johnson, second Central, relieved by Bro. A. P. Lawrence several days, relieved on third Cornelia by Bro. C. C. Harris. Bro. W. R. Jones, third Suwanee, off several days, relieved by R. W. Callahan. Bro. J. R. Westmoreland, third Ayersvillc, while attending court at Toccoa, was relieved by C. E. Herrine, a new man from the S. A. L. Bro. P. L. Turner, first Toccoa, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols. Bro, O. R. Doyle, first Calhoun, while at Wash- ington was relieved by Bro. B. B. Cheek, relieved on second by Bro. K. W. Boggs, and he on third by Bro. F. A. Sheriff. Bro. E. H. Brown, third Central, while taking in Washington, Baltimore and New York, was i elieved by R. Boggs. Bro. A. P. Lawrence, third Cornelia, assigned to first as telegrapher-agent Alton, relieved by Bro. A. D. Ivie, reinstated, until bid in by Bro. C. Poole, of third Duluth. Boys, keep after that non working with or on either side of you. Our regular meeting was held at Central on bebruary 9th, with about twenty-three members present. Boys, come out to these meetings. We should have at least forty out every time. Line up the nous, brothers, and hustle up the delinquents. Individual effort means a solid front, which we can have if we work faithfully. We treat the nons too good. Remember, “No card, no favors,” and don’t be afraid of hurting their feel- ings. Let each one do his part to help by sending in the application of the non working with him and paying up promptly yourself. Fraternally, B. W. Grant, Washington Division— This is a large division and the co-operation of the boys along the line will insure a good write- up every month. Let me have the news by the 20th. I did not receive a single note for this issue. It was suggested that the Western Union sh©u!d be willing to refund where an office has been overchecked. Such mistakes have put many dol lars in its coffers which it is not entitled to. We should take this matter up as soon as p< s -dble. The boys should show their appreciation of our new schedule by efficient service. l'lie double tracking between Monroe and Am lierst will soon begin. This will take some of the work off of the boys ait Monroe, the heaviest job on the division. N. L. Murphy bid in second Weyburn; Bro. C. S. McClcary, second Buena, and Bro. B. S. Beale, Bristow agency. W. A. Nelson relieved F. L. Ford at Clifton a few nights. C. D. Lewis, who has been ill with fever, is recovering rapidly. J. L. Herrel, third Gilbert, was recently mar- ried. Congratulations. Extra men are scarce. Elma, Arrington and Montpelier, now' advertised as regular positions, will take three more of them from the list. Bro. O. N. Hudson is on the sick list. We sincerely hope for his speedy recovery. R. D. Saffe gets third Cameron Run. This makes Monroe first vacant. I hope the boys will help me out next month so we may have a bet- ter write-up. P. A. McCleary, Div. Cor. Queen d, Crescent' Route (North). Alabama Great Southern Ry, — Our committee returned from Cincinnati and reported some success. We hope to make a com- plete settlement in a short while. We were glad to see the vote show up so well. It proves that the boys have some pride for themselves and want what is coming to them. The vote showed 98 per cent in favor of standing by the committee until it reached a settlement. The block jobs are getting along well and hope they will continue to improve in the future. Sev- eral changes of the boys have been made but the writer is unable to give a correct lineup on them. G. S. Griffin, agent at Boligel, while attending court at Birmingham, was relieved by Bro. J. II. Anderson, first there, and he by R. E. Sullivan, of Meridian, Miss. Local Chairman Carter on his return from C incinnati spent a few days hunting at his wife’s home and then covered the entire division of the A. G. S., taking in new members and collect- ing the extra assessment and back dues with a lineup of about sixty-five.)' It is to the interest of all to get in line so Bro. Carter can see that they get what is coming to them. Be sure to send the local chairman copies of all your bids and he will then be in a position to help you out at any time. Do not depend on your local chairman to line up the nons, but go to work and help him all you can, as lie has about all he can do besides the lining up, and we want to have every new man in before another write-up. We are glad to have with us Messrs. Utley and Holland frtm the N. C. & St. L. at Camden, Tenn., and hope they will have an up-to-date card within the next thirty days. Let me have all the changes and items of in- terest for our write-up by the 20th of the month. J. II. Anderson, D. C. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 463 Queen & Crescent Route (8outh). Mr. Lewis, agent Delta Point, was relieved a few days by relief agent Hoge. Mr. Stamper, clerk West Monroe, gets Waverly agency. Mr. Feltz, Delhi, was a recent Monroe visitor. Bro. Boutz, Monroe yard, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Burdeaux, and he on second there by Mr. Allen, a new man. Mr. Goff, third trick dispatcher at Shreveport, is being relieved by Extra Dispatcher Hoge, and he by a man from the Western Union. We are glad to see that it is now Bro. "O" at Girard and Bro. “VN” at Delta Point, and hope some of the other boys will soon come in and help us out. The committee while in New Orleans secured a 3 per cent raise, which although quite small was greatly appreciated by all, coming at a time when the road has suffered great financial loss on account of \he high water and overflow. We hope to do better when everything resumes nor- mal conditions. Brothers, send in your notes to your local chairman by the zoth and let’s have a write-up in the jouyial each month. Brothers who are working with a non, keep on after him until you land him. Don’t wait for your local chairman to do all the work. Ninety-Four. Chicago A North Western Ry. Minnesota Division — Waseca, Minn., Feb. 12, 1913. Members Minnesota Division, Greetings— At the recent meeting in Mankato, I resigned as division correspondent, and Bro. R. A. Pfef- fcrle was elected. I have filled the office for three years, and whatever success I may have had is due largely to the boys who sent in the notes each month, and I take this opportunity to thank them, and ask that you all lend my suc- cessor every assistance possible in order that this division may be represented in every issue of The Telegrapher, by giving him the same loyal sup- port that you rendered me. Fraternally yours, D. J. Mahoney. Minnesota Division Notes — Look what the cat dragged in. Bro. D. J. Ma- honey has resigned and the duties of division correspondent has fallen upon my shoulders. I will surely appreciate the assistance of the brothers and boys on this division in sending me the news, even if it is only one item, as “every little added to what you have makes just a little bit more,” and I wish to give this division as good a write-up as possible. y Get after the nons. They reap the harvest the same as we, and ought to help to pay for the seed, and to till the soil. If there are any near you send his name and address to E. J. Thomas, local chairman, and he will do his best to convert them. By doing this you are helping yourself and the other brothers as well as the nons. If you have any grievances take them up with the chairman and he will have them adjusted for you. p All the brothers who can should attend our meetings. When you once get the habit you will never want to be absent. Give the company the best of service. It is to your interest as well as your duty to do so. On bulletin: Second telegrapher at Lewiston and Mankato Jet., and third telegrapher Roches- ter, Minn. Bro. G. W. Ware, first St. Peter tower, on two weeks’ vacation at Minneapolis, Mantorville and Kasson, relieved by Bro. W. E. Segur, and he by W. H. Beyers. Bro. Segur was off several days sick. J. H. Furey, agent Stockton, Minn., has gone to California, relieved by his son, Bro. I. V. Furey, relieved by Mr. Dingier, later relieved by Mr. Betty. Bro. Ed. Zeches, second St. Charles, while off fighting the grippe, was relieved by B. C. Bur- row. Mr. Youngblood is at Minn. City nights. Bro. A. G. Bosshard, agent Dover, Minn., while attending a funeral at Winona, Minn., was re- lieved by Bro. C. A. Reiser. Bro. E. Murphy, relieved S. A. Wright, first Eyota, a few days owing to illness. Bro. Reiser went to New Ulm, relieved at Meriden by J. W. Swanson. J.4 A. Richardson, with the W. U. in New York City, who formerly worked on this division, paid a few of the boys a call recently, en route to St. Louis. - Bro. H. Sorenson, first Kasson, was off a few days on the sick list. Bro. G. W. Cotton, at Rainbow Lake, New York, writes he will return May 15th. Bro. J. L. Westum, from the Watertown line, assigned agent Meriden, relieving our new Bro. C. A. Reiser there pending bulletin. It is now Bros. W. F. and J. A. Swanson at Judson, making that place solid. Bro. Suddendorf was relieved at Eagle Lake on account of sickness by J. G. Swanson, who then went to Mankato third. Bro. H. F. Jahnke took his assigned position on second Janesville, Minn., relieved at Traverse by Bro. O. Neitzel, from Omaha. Bro. Moulster has resigned third Lewiston and gone with the Milwaukee. Bro. Carpenter, Owatonna, off a few days ow- ing to sickness, relieved by Operator Sawyer. Bro. H. E. Stellmacher, agent Courtland, was a recent New Ulm visitor, and Bro. R. A. Pfef- ferle made a trip to Sleepy Eye recently. Bro. E. J. Dunn, third Tracy, has resigned and gone with the Soo line, relieved by Bro. Sud dendorf, relieved at Eagle Lake by Bro. C. A. Reiser, who also relieved Bro. E. J. Thomas a! Zumbrota, while on committee work in Chicago. Jos. Everling, formerly at New Ulm and Yank-, ton, S. D., on the Great Northern, is now in a bank at St. Paul. Digitized by

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464 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. A. F. Schmelze, relieved O. A. Prescott, first Sleepy Eye, on two weeks' vacation. Bros. Pfefferle and Siegler, New Ulm, off with bad colds. Bro. Pfefferle relieved by Bro. C. A. Reiser, Siegler by J. A. Swanson. Reiser later relieved O. Hunt, agent Cambria, on vacation at Ivanhoe. Swanson later went to Judson and Mankato Jet. Mr. Flower, third New Ulm, whose wife was visiting in Chicago has received the sad news that her father, a lighthouse keeper on Lake Michigan was drowned. Bro. F. J. Galles, now with the Milwaukee, is visiting his parents at New Ulm. Bro. A. A. Armstrong, agent Canby, went to Cotnfrey, owing to the illness of his mother, re- lieved by Bro. E. C. Mielke. Mr. DeLonge bid in second Rochester. Bro. G. J. Entermann, is spending his vacation in California. Bro. Ludtke is now acting agent at Claremont. Bro. Murphy, of Eyota second, went to Chester to relieve Bro. Jones, while the wreck was being cleaned up th^re. H. T. Banks, freight agent Rochester, has gone South to look after land interests, relieved by a man from Mankato. Wish to thank all the boys who sent me news items. At the recent meeting in Mankato the follow- ing officers were elected: E. J. Thomas, local chairman; J. G. Johnson, local secretary and treas- urer and R. A. Pfefferle, division correspondent. Parcel post, overtime and other important mat- ters were discussed. Another meeting will be held in the near future, and I hope more of the brothers will be present. Bro. John L. Wcstrom bid in Meriden agency, vice Bro. E. L. Backstrom. Div. Con. Black Hills and N. & W, Divisions — Bro. D. Gustafson, Buffalo Gap, while at a fam- ily reunion in Hay Springs, Neb., was relieved by Mr. Lemberg, visiting there from Independence, Ore., Southern Pacific. Bro. J. C. Northrop has been appointed to division agent at Chadron, Neb. Bro. Ditzler, agent Smithwick, has returned from his vacation in Wisconsin with a better half. Congratulations. The Ladies’ Auxiliary will now have a new member. W. H. Baker, relieving W. D. King, agent Crawford, on vacation, is being relieved at Hot Springs by Helper G. W. Hackney. S. T. Skeen assigned Rapid City agency, vice L. E. E. Hill, transferred to Norfolk, Neb. H. H. St. John, agent St. Onge, S. D., on vaca- tion, is being relieved by J. F. Roler, first Rapid City, relieved by Bro. W. A. Behrens, and he on third there by Mr. Brown, of Newell. Bro. G. W. Cook, of Long Pine, Neb., is re- lieving Bro. W. L. Smith, second Rapid City, now in Ocean Park, Cal., getting married. The north line is almost solid. The brothers can secure a list of the few nons left on applica tion to the writer. Let’s get busy and land them. Ex-Bro. Bill Down, Deadwood ticket office, will soon resign to assume charge of his ranch near Van Tassel, Wyo. Bro. Sawyer, second Ainsworth, was relieved by Mr.* Culberson, from Oshkosh, who later relieved Bro. Morris Jensin while he relieved Bro. Huff- back a few days. Bro. Ross, of Long Pine, and Bro. M. D. Smith, of Wayside, were both candidates for local chair- man at the Chadron meeting. After Bro. Ross received twenty-five votes he used his influence to elect Bro. Smith, to whom we all extend our heartiest support and best wishes. At a division meeting held at Chadron on Sun- day, January 26th, there were present thirteen members from the East, West and North Divi- sions. The one-man positions and train service made it impossible for more to attend, but the spirit was there, and we feel that, although thirteen is considered an unlucky number, good work was done and a general understanding |rrived at. The C. B. & Q. have a schedule in effect before the entrance of the parcel post. Our members should get one, and see what our brother co- workers on the “Q” are doing and receiving. All unite your best efforts and give satisfaction, ob- tain what is right and assist in bringing in all nons. Your hearty co-operation is solicited. Cert. 503. P. R. C. & N. W. Division— Bro. Kochenderfer took a vacation recently. Bro. Higbee’s child is very sick. We hope for its speedy recovery. Fill out and promptly return the information blanks sent out by Local Chairman O. C. Hunter. He was recently transferred to Philip, relieving Bro. Schlckau, resigned and gone to Minnesota, owing to ill health. Bro. Hunter and family, before leaving Van Metre, were tendered a largely attended farewell and presented with a fine dining tabic as a token of the friendship and esteem by the people in and around Van Metre. Bro. D. Brown gets Van Metre agency, relieved at Nowlin agency by Harry A. Bradley. Bro. Hunter is a candidate for alternate to the Grand convention. Wc should like to see a man elected from west of the Missouri River once. Bro. Janvrin, at Wasta, does the washing for his wife now with his gas engine. Understand he is going to start a laundry. Bro. Young certainly ought to line up with us. Boys, how about lining up that non neighbor of yours. Div. Cor. Sioux City Division — Bro. C. J. Bowman has returned to Mondamin, Iowa, after six weeks with home folks at Leonidas, Mich. lie relieved F. D. Lamphere, agent Modale, while the latter visited his folks at Lincoln, Neb. Ex-Bro. S. B. Alloway, on this division eight years ago, is now at “Z” Movalley. We hope he will soon be with us again. E. Edwards, agent Sloan, Iowa, is going farm- ing in the spring. Digitized by v,ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 465 Bro. Roach, Sargents Bluff, Iowa, relieved Bro. Schroder at Merrill, Iowa, while getting married. Congratulations. It is now Bro. C. M. Clark, who was let out of the W. U. at Sioux City. Business is very good along the Sioux City- Movalley line, with six to ten extras a day besides our regulars, and all large trains. Bro. Fenn, while in Chicago, was relieved at Holstein by Mr. Russell. Mark Feltus, of Cor- rectionville, was also in Chicago a few days on “official” business. The hard-shell nons are all anxiously inquiring about what’s coming to them on the new schedule. They have “it coming” all right, and will get “it” this time and nS mistake. Our worthy secretary, Bro. Sheldon, is in the hospital at Ida Grove, recovering from an opera- tion for appendicitis. Bro. Haymond, who served on the committee after his return from Florida, helping to line up a nice wage scale for this division, later went “hunting” and “bagged” several wary ones. For the information of all concerned, there never was a better line-up on this division than now. Let’s keep it that way. Bro. Noe was a Des Moines visitor lately, but we were unable to learn who he was lobbying for before the legislature. Conductor Charles Berry, known and loved by everyone, died recently at his home in Tama. He had been on a pension for some time, owing to ill health. The boys have former Superintendent Towsley to thank for the removal of the double ticket win- dows and “speedways” at the various stations. It is certainly a great improvement. Evildoers will do well to fight shy of the Ida County court. Bro. Haymond and Section Fore- man Johnson are jurors. Bro. Linderman has resigned at Onawa and gone East, and Bro. Weller, resigned at Boyer, has gone to his Minnesota. farm. # We recently had a two-foot snowfall, the ther- mometer registering 14 below — the first real snappy spell of the season. Conductor Lew Evans, who took a high dive from a boxcar near Movalley, alighting head first, was in a very serious condition for several days. However, he will probably look at the escapade with his usual happy smile. In computing the new wage scale as applying to the various stations, it was found that condi- tions have changed more or less since the last gen- eral increase. Therefore, it was necessary to omit the increase at a few places, so as to put them on an even basis with stations of similar class. It was a difficult matter to put up a very hard fight at the present time at the majority of stations on the Mondamina and Hawardert lines. However, several of the telephone jobs have been raised to the minimum and put under the schedule. It you did not get the increase you were looking for, remember that you are in no way barred from the better-paying jobs on the division when they are bulletined. Mr. Fixon, helper at various stations on the division, is now cashier at Ida Grove. Former Bro. G. A. Swanstrom assisted several days at Gowrie. He is now in the insurance busi- ness and doing well. Mr. Russell is at Gowrie now. Superintendent McClure was before the State railroad commission for several days at Des Moines in regard to the car situation. It is certainly gratifying to know that several of the former brothers have lined up again. Thanks to Bro. Noe for assistance. “Micky.” Madison Division — Bro. L. D. Brown, agent South Randolph, while visiting friends at Madison and Waukesha and taking in the sights at Chicago, was relieved by J. S. Wagner, from the Minnesota Division. Bro. C. H. Mertens, agent Lowells, has resigned and is going to St. Louis, relieved by H. E. Gerth pending bulletin. D. Dwyer is on Friesland second, and A. H. Theil is on third. Bro. C. J. Elgas is at Arkdale agency pending bulletin. Bro. C. R. Schwartz, agent Sussex, on a few days’ vacation, was relieved by Leo M. Betthuisen, a new man. Bro. J. E. Gardner, agent Dalton, while visiting relatives at Stratford and on a trip to Wausau, Chicago and Milwaukee, was relieved by Bro. P. B. McDonald, who later took a few days* vacation, relieved by E. S. Smith on second, now on third there, vice Bro. J. M. Jenks, gone to Atkins, 111., on the new line. Harry Livesey, dispatcher at Friendship, was off a few days, relieved by Dispatcher H. A. Ueker. We are glad to see Dispatcher John Dolan back at Friendship, after an absence of three months on account of sickness. Dispatcher Ueker now re- sumes first again, Bro. F. M. Keeffe taking second, Ed Keeffe, extra, going to Sparta. Assistant Superintendent Byington has been pro- moted to superintendent at Boome, Iowa. He made many friends here, as he always does the square thing. He was succeeded by J. W. Layden at Friendship, who we congratulate on his well- earned promotion. Our genial chief, J. II. Hull, succeeds Mr. Layden as trainmaster at Baraboo, succeeded by E. P. Wright, and he by J. E. De- Sautelle, south end first trick dispatcher for sev- eral years, as night chief. These are all capable men and it shows what close application to one’s duties will eventually lead to. Bro. W. R. Peterson visited his parents at Marquette, Mich., recently, and on resuming his work he went to third at Necedah, Bro. C. J. Schroth relieving him at Clyman Jet. third, having taken this on bulletin. Bro. H. M. Keeffe bid in Evansville second, Bro. S. S. Webster going to Baraboo second, vice Kilts, who went on first, vice O. S. Butterfield, who takes Bro. Hinner’s car tracer job, Charley taking third dispatcher’s job on the north end at Baraboo. Digitized by kjOOQle

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466 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. II. E. White, who relieved Bro. J. F. Dunklee, agent Roscoe, a few days, also relieved Bro. H. M. Keeffe at Evansville a few days on account of sickness. Bro. W. Frank, of Ableraans, was •also relieved on second Evansville. Bro. D. M. Stoner relieved Harry at Brooklyn third while he was away. Bro. J. J. Schleck bid in tower “CS” second, and Bro. W. W. Brown third. Bro. L. C. Rains relieved while changes were being made. Bro. B. F. Edwards, agent Wales, called to Sparta on business, was relieved by Bro. Hugh Roberts. Bro. C. C. Hinners and wife visited in Chicago recently. Bro. C. "L. Wilcox, of Union Center, has been keeping the boys posted on his western trip with an interesting bunch of scenic cards from along the route. We hope Bro. Wilcox will return much benefited in health by his trip. W. B. Mc- Killip is relieving him at Union Center. Paul Schwarze, stenographer for Superintend- ent E. E. Nash, has resigned to accept a position with the government at Bayfield, which he re- ceived under civil service appointment. Quite a number of the boys are taking civil service exam- inations for various positions, and some of them are leaving us for government jobs obtained in this way. W. F. Copeland, agent Jefferson Jet., has been confined to the house for some time. Billy Westphall, a former Madison Division agent and operator, is now with the Northern Pacific in Minnesota. Mr. and Mrs. Willard Holden have our heart- felt sympathy in the recent loss of their infant son at Baraboo. Mrs. C. W. Hilliard, wife of Dispatcher Charles Hilliard, severely burned her hand and forearm recently. We are glad to note that the burns are healing nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Vern R. Harding are the proud parents of a baby boy. Bro. E. J. Lang, agent Ipswich, is on vacation, relieved by C. L. Cottingham. Bro. J. H. Meirer has returned to Hazel Green agency, after an extended vacation, relieved by Bro. C. A. Hummel. Bro. D. M. Stoner relieved Bro. H. D. White, at Brooklyn, while he relieved Bro. Mike Keefe, at Evansville, on the sick list. Bro. A. E. Kling relieved Bro. C. L. Rains at Chase tower. Bro. F. L. Bonnell, agent Edmund, while renew- ing acquaintances on the main line, was relieved by C. L. Cottingham. Bro. J. C. Van Auker, first Beloit, sick a few days, was relieved by Bro. J. S. Lewis, relieved on second by Harry White. Bro. W. Q. Ebert, agent Lavalle, was relieved by Bro. Stoner on a short vacation recently. Bro. A. C. Matzek, third Beloit, under the weather a few days, was relieved by L. K. Rich- ardson. Benton reopened as a day telegraph office by C. F. Woods. Bro. E. Schmidt, agent Summit, off several days, was relieved by W. J. Riney, who also relieved Bro. R. E. Grilley at Wonewoc a few days. Div. Cor. Wisconsin Division — Bro. H. B. Hamlet, first “SO” Janesville, and Bro. F. A. Trull were in the Windy City recently, the latter visiting relatives. George Graves, ticket agent Woodstock, on six months’ leave, takes charge of the combined tele- graph and telephone office located uptown, re lieved by Miss Mae Reil, Zion City, pending bul- letin. Bro. Theo. Davis, agent Crystal Lake, whi'e visiting at Dover, Ky., with relatives, was re- lieved by Bro. G. A. Steward, of first, and he by Bro. L. W. Woodbury, of Barrington, relieved by Bro. C. A. Davis. Later Bro. Woodbury visited friends at Muscoda, Wis., and his parents at Alden. F. E. Staab, from third Allis and Barrington, is now at Highwood, he relieved Bro. Regan, of Capron. several weeks recently. Local Chairman Coburn, second Harvard, ap- pointed a few months ago, is serving on the com- mittee at Chicago and lining up the nons and delinquents on this division. Bro. Coburn’s live wire and whirl-wind methods are bringing in the npns as never before in the history of our divi- sion since we began to organize twelve years ago. On the “K. D.,” Kenosha to Rockford, all are solid except the agent at Capron and three be tween Harvard and Kenosha. Let the good work go on. “No card, no favors.” Live up to our motto boys, and we will win before long. Bro. Price is relieving Bro. Coburn, at Harvard, with C. A. Wells on third. Brothers, send your dues at once to Bro. I. R. Kempkes, general secretary and treasurer, Nevada, Iowa, and get your new card. Our committee is in session and needs all the aid, financially, we can give it to secure better working conditions and a higher wage scale for us. Mail any news of importance, births, marriages, deaths, changes, etc., to Bro. Coburn, at Harvard, not later than the 20th. Thanking you for the same. With best wishes, Dxv. Cor. OUR ENGINES. (By Charles P. Regan.) Of all the classes now that passes In our engines up to date, The classes E and classes Z, On passenger and freight. But as we note the little goat, For many years in our devotion, Now sighs, alasl When e’er she pass. That powerful monkey motion. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 467 She rushes by with pressure high Toward her destination, Day and night when in her flight And wanting no vacation. The monster great that’s built of late, Now thrills us with emotion, With compound chest she stands the test. This side rod monkey motion. In years long back the diamond stack, The little sixteen gauge; Once so dear like our old pioneer, Is numbered with the age. But our modern steed is full of greed, Whenever put in motion; And full of power from hour to hour, This so-called monkey motion. They fired with wood when times were good. No oil or coal was burned; They used to make the old steam brake, And one the fireman turned. Quiet as a mouse, young Wcstinghouse, The air-brake did apply, Now the aeroplane is our next train. Monkey motion in the sky. time and drop the division correspondent all the news possible and make our division a live one. Business has been good on the Lake Shore all winter, making plenty of work for us. We have had very little snow so far, and trains have been running pretty well on schedule time. A large attendance is expected at our next meeting, which will probably be held soon. Mountain agency is on bulletin. Bro. J. Sedlack, agent Cleveland, spent a few days at his home at Maribel. Ed. Kratzer is back at “FO” nights. Bro. G. M. Knudson, second Calumet yard, was off a week with la grippe, and Bros. Heinig and Smith doubled. Bro. A. W. Erdman, Cleveland, and Bro. Hau- lotte, agent Newton, were recent visitors at Mani- towoc. News has been received here of the death at Neenah of Harry S. Carr, who worked on this division seven or eight years ago. No notes from the north end. Boys, send any- thing you can to G. M. Knudson, 1215 Frank’in St., Manitowoc, Wis., before the 20th of each month and he will see that it is published. Cert. 766. Northern Wisconsin Division — Bro. Bruner, Kaukauna, resigned, relieved by Bro. Panzer, third Burnett Jet., and he by Mr. Pesky, a new man from Sheboygan Falls. Latter job was bid in by Bro. Kuenzi, second Milton Jet. Mr. Pesky, going to second Milton Jet. cxira, and Bro. Panzer back to third Burnett Jet. A. B. Butler, second Watertown, visiting at his home in Fond du Lac, relieved by J. A. But- ler, a new man from Soo line. Bro. Zuelke, while in Chicago a few days on committee work, was relieved by Mr. Richards, *ho later went to dispatcher’s office. No Fond du Lac nights while Bro. Ramsom relieved Bro. Haberkorn on first Fond du Lac, off a few days sick. Bro. Heger, of Grand Rapids, bid in first Fort Atkinson. Bro. Mack and Mr. Harloff, South Oshkosh, while off a few days were relieved by Mr. McCar- thy, a boomer. Bro. Vogel, second Appleton Jet., resigned, gone with Soo line, relieved by Mr. Richards. Nearly all the telegraphers will be benefited by a $2.50 raise in the new schedule. Try and land that non. Black Wolf was opened up with Bro. Steeres on first. C. Kudy, Div. Cor. Lake Shore Division — Pay all your dues, including your local dues promptly. Don’t be impatient, -but give us your support, so our meetings can be held regularly, and the hall rent paid. Everyone should help the new local chairman all they can to line up the few nons left, and in every other way possible. Each member take a few moments of his spare Chicago Terminal District — The Chicago Terminal District is probably some- what of a news item to a great many members of the C. & N. W., but it is here to stay. We now have an organization to be proud of, but are not yet satisfied, and are taking steps to have a sched- ule agreement. We are at the threshold of a new era for the levermen in the Chicago Terminal. Bro. John Edwards, of Division street tower, has another arrival in his family. Congratulations. Bro. H. S. Goebel, relieved by Edwin Rohlinger at Mayfair, has taken third Sangamon street, vice D. Wiltsie, resigned. Two nons, both new men, at Rose Hill tower. Bro. De Decker, of Rose Hill, took Wilmette tower nights. Bro. Harlan, of Lake street tower, relieved O. A. Fries, night director there. Bro. Wilcox was off a few days with a severe cold, and Bro. Freeman a week with stomach trouble. Both are improving. Every member should help to line up the few remaining nons in this district. The local chair- man will cover the territory again shortly, but he needs your help in order that we may have a solid organization.^ Brothers, kindly send any news you have to the local chairman by the twentieth, so we can have a write-up each month. Remember, the motto of the Chicago Terminal District is: “Every man a member.” Local Chairman. Colorado Midland R. R. Bro. Woodworth took in the recent stock show at Denver. Bro. Kincadc, of Divide, bid in third Colorado City. Digitized by ' , Google

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468 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Coldiron was off four days while his baby was sick. Bro. Brutton is contemplating a trip East. Dispatcher Carden expects to be back soon, and is feeling much better, which we are glad to hear. Bro. Strimple bid in “CR” nights, vice Cunning- ham. The new seniority list is just out and is very much appreciated by all the boys, as we can now see just how we stand. Bro. Sharp was off a week on account of the death of relatives. He has our sympathy in his bereavement. Dispatcher Hock, while off on account of the sickness of his child, was relieved by Bro. Crutch- field. Bro. L. A. Taylor relieved Sharp a few days. Boys, keep after the nons and we will soon have all the desirable men in. Bro. Collier has gone to Texas, relieved by Bro. Coldiron. General Manager Vallery and Superintendent Phelps were over the road a few days ago, and the latter is now on a trip to California and other points of interest. No news from the west end. I am indebted to Bro. Taylor for all the news I received. Wake up, boys. Send in some items, so we can have a good write-up. One from each member would help a whole lot. Remember, “No card, no favors/' but if you want to call a man names, write him a letter — don’t do it on the wires. Ceet. 51. Western Maryland Ry. The telegraph office at Lap has been closed. Be sure to get a new card, so that when the committee faces the “big guns” you show ’em what you're made of. If you will assist us in getting a few items by the twentieth, we will have a write-up each month. Send them to W. M., Ohio Pyle. He will do the rest. Hull and Ernest went to Green after finishing up at the Stewarton slide. We had a nice time and a good turnout at our last meeting in Cumberland. Bro. Miller, our local chairman, has resigned as agent Garrett and gone with the B. & O. Bro. Stiffler, first Greenwood, has resigned and gone to the B. & O. also. We wish them both success on the other side of the Yough. The writers sincerely thank Bros. Lynch and Bleau for their assistance in this write-up. Come again. Confluence and first Greenwood are up for bids. J. W. Griffey has been promoted to trainmaster, vice H. W. Shark, appointed superintendent ot terminals, with headquarters at Baltimore. Agent Bro. W. H. Gill, at “SY,” now looks after the telegraphing from 8 a. m. to 2 p. m.; second trick man works from 2 p. m. to 1 r p. m., and third from 11 p. m. to 8 a. m. — nine hours each — first being abolished, Bro. B. B. Bleau going back pn third. Bro. R. W. Lynch, second there, was off sick with mumps nearly a month, relieved by Miss Belle Shipley. Bro. I. K. Skidmore, second G. C. Jet., bid in first Colmar tower. Bro. R. E. Wiseman works eleven hours since they took off the second and third tricks at “FG-" Bro. H. D. Rinehart bid in third Deal, and J. F. Hershberger second. Later C. B. Kelley bid in third. Bro. I. K. Skidmore, second G. C. Jet., bid in Davis, W. Va., and G. C. is up for bids. Bro. Marsh, agent Garrett, is all alone now, the other telegrapher there having been taken off. Bro. G. W. Kerr is now agent and first trick man at Rockwood, the first trick telegrapher hav- ing been taken off there. Remember, “No card, no favors.” Cekts. 2 13 and 230. Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Ry. Pittsburgh Division — Mr. E. W. Locke, second Savan, off sick a week, M. C. Bowers relieving him. Bro. Daugh- erty took suddenly sick February 1st. Bros. Mc- Cardell and Sloan were compelled to work twelve hours. Bro. R. M. Flick has returned to work after being off three months on account of sickness. Glad to see Bobby back again. Bro. Burrell relieved him. Bro. J. M. Thompson bid in first at “DX,” C. L. Wallace deciding to stay at Fenelton. Bro. D. E. Weis was off several days on account of sickness. Bro. Moose is now with the B. & O. at Balti- more. Mr. Fullerton, third Stanley, has resigned. Bro. J. H. Whitehead is on the C. P. Bro. C. P. Schrecongost, first Echo, has ac- cepted the position with H. C. Watson, D. F. A. at Pittsburgh. Bro. Brooks is now on first Echo, Bro. W. R. Schrecongost on second and Mr. Griffin on third. The new station at Stanley is certainly a credit to the road, and we are proud of it — all the latest improvements. Next — C. & M. Jet. The phones on the Indiana and Clearfield branches are in operation and seem to be giving good service. If the railroad companies would take care of the telegraph lines the way they do the phones, they would not need to go to the expense of putting in the phones. Several men are under suspension on account of sleeping on duty. Boys, you must keep awake. You are paid for working eight hours and have no one but yourselves to blame if you lose out for not attending to business. Bros. McCarten, Iselin and Heinbach attended the meeting at Punxsutawney on January 18th. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 469 Bro. E. L. Koehler, on ten days’ vacation re- cently, was relieved by R. E. Miller, relief agent. Luthersburg agency, newly opened, is in charge of George Mignot, the husky agent. There is a bunch of telegraphers on this division who have been here for years without cards. There is no excuse for them. It is the duty of every man to stick to his fellow workmen. He should not have to be coaxed, but get right in the harness and pull with them. These old nons say:. "Why should I come in? The Order never did anything for me.” If I were one of them I wouldn’t have the nerve to allow a man to relieve me after being on duty only eight or nine hours, but would work thirteen or fourteen hours every day, and I wouldn’t have the nerve either to accept my check until it was reduced to what the wages were when the Order got them raised, nor would I have the "gall'* to reach out my hand for the raises or accept the better working conditions I didn’t help to get. It is hard enough to keep things going right when all pull together, without having to drag a lot of nons along and pay their way and fight to keep their end up. They do nothing but knock and wonder when we are going to get them an- other raise. Brother, get after that non in your office. Show him how much stronger a solid divi- sion would be. Every brother get a member, and we soon will be solid. Everybody get a card now, all pull together, forget the past, and look for- ward to the future. "Bob." Rochester Division — Bro. Swain, the agent, is all alone in the new Sl^tion at Scottsville. Two telegraphers in addition to Bro. Frawley, agent, have been put on at Garbutt; first bid in by Bro. Lustyk and second by Mr. Welch. A telegrapher has also been put on at Pavilion with Bro. Gilboy, agent, Mr. Foley getting the place. Wyoming has had two tricks closed, and Bro. M. M. Yule, the agent, is now a twelve-hour man. Bro. J. C. Dundon, agent Warsaw, is located downtown in the new freight house, and cx-Bro. Childs is assistant agent on the hill, with Bro. Austin on first, Davern on second, and Bro. Loomis on third. Mr. Cassidy bid in Bliss third. Two tricks were put on at Eagle on account of the manual block. Sister Conshafter is agent, with Mr. Berry on second and Hammes on third. Two tricks have also been put on at Freedom. Bro. Allen is agent, Mr. Teal bid in second and Mr. Cornish third. Elton is a new manual block station, with Bro. Youngs on first, Mr. Hall on second and Mb Grawlin on third. Bro. Loomis, at Warsaw, was recently married. Best wishes. Brothers, a good many of the new men put on recently are nons. The local chairman can not get around to see them all, and it’s your duty to get them in. You can get the necessary blanks from Agent Bliss. This month it only costs $7.83 and next month $7.17. Some have already prom- ised to join, but are a little slow; so get busy, boys, as we have no time to lose, and if you don’t want to be on the list of nons, now is the time to send in your dues. Local Chaihman. Illinois Central R. R. Anna, III., March 3, 1913. To All Concerned: In accordance with my circular-letter of Febru- ary 11, 1913, the ballots cast for the election of officers of Division No. 93 were opened and counted by Bros. Michael, Cameron, House, Noble and Avett, who were appointed by Bro. Mulhall for that purpose. The following, having received the highest number of votes, were declared elected: Chicago Terminal — Local chairman, J. P. Die- mer, 6312 Greenwood avenue, Chicago, 111. Illinois Division — Local chairman, W. H. Mor- rison, Rantoul, 111.; delegate, W. H. Morrison; alternate, R. S. Chamberlain, Chicago, 111. St. Louis Division — Local chairman, G. E. Chance, Mounds, 111.; delegate, G. E. Chance; alternate, R. L. Shannon, Anna, 111. Springfield Division — Local chairman, Wesley Stone, Marine, I1L; delegate, Wesley Stone. Indiana Division — Local chairman, C. J. Walker, Newton, 111.; delegate, C. J. Walker; alternate, E. E. Boyer, Poseyville, Ind. Wisconsin Division — Local chairman, Walter Kelly, Minonk, III.; delegate, Walter Kelly; alter- nate, S. A. Frank, Seward, 111. Minnesota Division — Local chairman, J. H. Wells, 1091 Main street, Dubuque, Iowa; dele- gate, J. H. Wells; alternate, C. T. Coffey, Dubuque, Iowa. Iowa Division — Local chairman, E. W. Hill, Aurelia, Iowa; delegate, E. W. Hill; alternate, A. M. Garrick, Webster City, Iowa. Kentucky Division — Local chairman, C. A. Mul- hall, Clarkson, Ky. ; delegate C. A. Mulhall; alter- nate, C. D. Layman, Leitchfield, Ky. Tennessee Division — Local chairman, E. Cos- grove, Martin, Tenn.; delegate, E. Cosgrove. Mississippi Division — Local chairman, J. E. Bull, Grenada, Miss.; delegate, J. E. Bull; alternate, H. R. Weston, Starkvillc, Miss. Louisiana Division — Local chairman, J. W. Mil- ler, 217 S. Cortez street, New Orleans, La.; dele- gate, J. W. Miller; alternate, J. G. Hayes, Chat- awa. Miss. Memphis Division — Local chairman, R. R. Green, Doddsville, Miss.; delegate, R. R. Green. Vicksburg Division — No election. New Orleans Division — Local chairman, "No election;’’ delegate, W. E. Daugherty, Port Gib- son, Miss.; alternate, W. E. Daugherty. In accordance with Section 71 of the Constitu- tion, the officers elected will assume their respec- tive duties immediately. With best wishes, I am, Yours fraternally, R. L. Shannon, General Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by Google

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470 The Railroad Telegrapher. Louisiana Division — After a series of conferences, beginning Janu- ary 6th and ending February 15th, with an in- terruption of ten days, taking strike vote, the general committee signed up a new contract, effective March 1st. A great many concessions were obtained in the rules, which means better working conditions and more money, and in ad- dition to a nice increase on the wage scale, which brings up the minimum and low joints. The com- mittee did exceedingly well. The intelligent ma- jority know that a great house can not be erected in a day or a month, and that all schedules are made with the view of doing the greatest good to the greatest number, so let’s get down to busi- ness and show the “DOC” our appreciation by increasing our hatting average. A few of the things we should have gotten this time, we will perhaps get next time. It is gratifying to note the small number of changes on the division, which indicates that the “rolling stone” (rounder) has been almost elim- inated. which is an argument to the company that it pays to deal with a labor organization, thus always retaining a force of good, reliable men. Bro. Fred Adis, who bid in third Harahan Junc- tion, later bid in 4th “FD,” New Orleans. A check of the new seniority list shows 95 per cent membership. We must make it 99 per cent; the “freak” on the Yazoo District keeps us from reaching the goal. Boys, go after the agent at Madison and a couple of telegraphers — ask the local chairman for their names. As you will note by Bro. Shannon’s report, Bro. Miller was re-elected local chairman and dele- gate, and Bro. J. G. Hayes, alternate, to the Baltimore convention in May next. A disastrous fire at Jackson, Miss., first of February, destroyed the freight house, sheds, office and records of the I. C. Total loss estimated at $100,000. Bro. H. P. Hungate, agent Summit, Miss., slipped away to old Tennessee recently, bringing back a queen, and now Harry is the happiest hoy ever. The Fernwood, Miss., agency (non-telegraph station) was included^ in new schedule, and Bro. C. S. Rand is some tickled, especially over the vacation and Sunday overtime clause. It pays to invest in a good labor organization like the O. R. T. A temporary all-night office has been opened at Forloin, Miss., on Yazoo District, with Mr. Lale Kemp as the victim. Bro. George Gouldinan, manager McComb, has resumed after a week in Crescent City enjoying the theaters and good eatables. “U” says the eight-hour day for “MO” is fine, but the attrac- tions in New Orleans are marvelous. Senor F. K. Martin, first Nogan, says he is glad the O. R. T. did not overlook his station. When it comes to feeding out of the O. R. T. trough, F. K. is in a class by himself. Members are requested to send notes for write-up to local chairman, who will turn them over to the correspondent before the aoth of each month. Let’s have a good write-up each month; don’t overlook the “wedding bells,” “stork” and other important items. Div. Cot. Tennessee Dhision — The general committee has concluded its labors in Chicago, and returned with a new schedule with a few changes, which should be of great benefit to a good number on the division, also a fairly good increase in wage scale. Study it carefully, get all there is coming to you and in return give the company all there is coming to it. Men working ten hours or more, should watch the Sunday overtime. The article covering* this is very plain and can not possibly be misunderstood. If business keeps up until next fall and we keep up our present membership and get the nons lined up, we hope to then secure a still better revision. Everyone should remember that 100 per cent membership will bring up 100 per cent wages, so let us all pull together, it is our mutual interest to do so. Pay the 1913 dues promptly and show our appreciation for what the Order has done, is doing and will do for us. Do not wait to be dunned repeatedly by the general secretary and treasurer and the local chairman, but pay your dues like any other just debt. There is not a non-member on this division but has been benefited by the revision of schedule just received, and there is absolutely no excuse for anyone in the service rrtnaining out any longer. There are a number of beginners on the division who are now eligible to membership, and each member on the division should take an active part in securing them as additions to the organi- zation. A list of non-members can be secured at any time from the general secretary and treasurer or the local chairman. Every member working with a non-member or on either side of him, should lend every effort to line them up. They have no good reason for staying out when they accept the good things that come with the schedule with open arms and at the expense of the good loyal members who have made our present conditions what they are. We need every non working a schedule position in our organization. Let the next six months see the Tennessee Division solid. We can do it, so let all be up and doing. Bro. W. P. Williams, telegrapher at Krebs, Ky., now holds Certificate No. 2519, in Division No. 93, and all should treat him accordingly. We are always glad to receive active young men into the organization. Try and get some more, Bro. Sul- livan. Other divisions are increasing their semi-annual dues, but No. 93 has not seen fit to make any increases just yet. so keep in good standing, bring in the nons, and the stronger we are the better success we will have in securing increases the next revision. E. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 471 Yazoo & Mississippi Valley Division — Bro. E. E. Maddux, agent Harrison, was re- lieved, while in New Orleans attending the carni- val, by Night Agent McCaleb, assisted by W. G. Maddux. Bro. P. E. Bond, from Reserve, La., is now on second Harrison. Dispatcher W. O. Blair, while attending court, was relieved by Sro. W. H. Shields, recently pro- moted to dispatcher, and he by Bro. G. B. William- son, of Burnside, La. . Bro. Heirtzler went to the wreck near Yokena, where several cars were derailed, which caused, all passenger trains to detour via Jackson and A. & V. Miss Mary Holliday, the efficient agent, at Red Lick, Miss., while in New Orleans to the Mardi Gras, was relieved by Bro. Lewis. Bro. W. S. Owen, ticket agent Natchez, is now in the same capacity at Helena, Ark., relieved by Bro. H. J. Griffin, of Vicksburg. Bro. J. Cooper, of Garyville, La., has traded positions with Bro. E. Priest, of Slaughter, trans- fer being a mutual agreement. Bro. Baker, of Stampley, has resigned and accepted some kind of employment at Fayette. If it’s making love, he’s an artist in that line. If you don’t believe it, ask me. B. M. Doyle. Minnesota Division — • Wake up, boys, and let’s hear from all of you, and wake up the few nons left. Some are sure hard to get. If that last cartoon wasn’t strong enough, hit ’em again. Bro. W. H. Weaver, agent Osage, finally got a six months’ leave asked for a year ago or more; relieved by Bro. Patric. He went to the Isle of Pines to look after his land. Bro. Sam Norman, first Waverly, also got six months’ leave, relieved by Bro. Pack, of Jesup. Bro. Jasperson, formerly on third Charles City, is now with the short line there, called the C. C. W. Ry. Bro. Kotowski is now on third Charles City, relieved on second Glenville by Bro. Shum- mel. The brothers are having a hard time to get re- lieved these days, owing to the scarcity of teleg- raphers. Come on, boys, wake up and let’s have a write-up each month. A. T. Chicago Great Western R. R. Northern Division — Bro. G. F. Morrill, agent Empire, bid in Ran- dolph agency, and Bro. Joe Lennon, of Taopi, bid in Empire. General Secretary-Treasurer Norris has re- turned to Invergrove. J. F. Keyes, who was relieving him, relieved Bro. Kinne, on third, a few days, later going to Cannon Falls. Stanton nights closed, owing to the scarcity of men. On account of your correspondent having been away several weeks the write-up is very short this month. I hope the brothers will send in all the news they can so we can have a better one next month. Div. Cor. Southern Division— There seems to be a splendid chance to get some good ideas from the way the order of en- gineers, firemen and trainmen deal with the rail- road magnates. We send our committees to con- fer with a single road at a time with the result that it sometimes takes six months or a year to get anything at all, and when through, in a great many cases, we get very little. These other railroad organizations go up in a body against fifty-two or more railroads at a time, and you note there is something doing, or Mr. Govern- ment will take a hand. We should learn a lesson from this. That movement even affected the markets. In our cases we arc told to strike, that our places will be filled in a day or so. Why should we not go *at them the same way as the other railroad orders do. Let us wake, up. Some one else write on this. Cert, i 7. Southern Division Notes — Bro. L. E. Walters, from Division 53, worked at Blockton until regular man was appointed. It is Bro. II. F. King, second Conception now, and we are sure glad to see him in line. Also Bro. E. B. Lusk, at Rea, whom we are also glad to welcome. Bro. N. C. lies, Division 23, was called to Diagonal recently on account of the illness of his father Bro. W. E. lies. Bro. E.. O. Spicer, from Division 93, is relieving Bro. W. E. lies while he is sick. We all wish for an early recovery. Mr. Wallace, third Diagonal, is also on the sick list, relieved by Mr. Gibson, a new man. Bros. M. J. Walker, of Division 77, and E. O. Spicer, of Division 93, transferred to Division 96 this month. Bro. J. W. Lord, agent Conger, has been hav- ing a great deal of sickness in his family lately. Bro. Walter Wilson, agent Conception, res'gned to accept a position as assistant agent for the C. B. Sc Q. Ry. at Clarinda, Iowa.# We all wish Walter success. We are always sorry to lose sucb worthy brothers. He was relieved by Bro. F. M. Stevens, agent Waterloo. Mr. Leach is on vacation, relieved by Bro. T. H. Guggertv, from (Division 23. Bro. A. L. Coleman is ba£k to his old post after spending some time in Chicago on business. Bro. Leverich gets second Reinbeck and Bro. L. E. Walters third Blockton. Second Marshall- town and third Reinbeck now bulletined. Bro. W. A. Miller is on vacation, relieved by A. E. Gibson. The student at "NE” has quit. Mr. Leach and Relief Agent Benjamin were mentioned in the January write-up as brothers. Neither of these gentlemen are up to date at the present time. W. F. Hadder, at “RO,’’ Kansas City, for the past six months is now on second Shops. The nons who got an increase should remember that it was secured through our committee. Rail- roads are not in the habit of granting increases Digitized by VjOOQIC

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472 The Railroad Telegrapher. voluntarily. Brothers, get after the four or five nons on this division and also pay your dues promptly so as to hold our schedule. The line will probably be telephonized shortly and we must keep well organized and stand firm. The system is better organized now than ever before, but we want the line solid. Remember, “no card, no favors.” Where is that bunch of news items that I was promised from the north end for this month’ Don’t forget it next month; boys. Cert. 475. Div. Cor. Seaboard Air Line Ry. Georgia Division — In a scries of monthly meetings covering n period of the past nine months, the superintend- ents, trainmasters and chief dispatchers of seve al divisions of the Seaboard, have been invited to attend, ^nd we have met a generous response. We would be glad to see this movement spread, and would thank the journal to take editorial notice of it, as it is acknowledged by all that these joint meetings are conducive of much good. Our officials assure us that there has been a market! improvement in the service, and in this way the company’s interests have been advanced. The men are enthusiastic over these meetings, as these “heart-to-heart” talks with our officials encourage a feeling of fellowship and goodwill, and we all learn that our interests arc mutual, our aims identical, a spirit of co-operation is to be fostered, and that antagonism can be success- fully eliminated. Our regular meeting in January, held at Labor Temple, Atlanta, Ga., was well attended, there being fifty-five members present. We wrere given an interesting lecture on ac- counts by Traveling Auditor J. M. Elliott. Mrs. E. B. Smith, president L. A., gave us an interest ing and encouraging address. Bro. O. D. Gorman, general chairman of the A. B. and A.fc was a visitor, but by an oversight was not formally introduced. We owe the brother an apology, as he should have had the recogni- tion that he justly deserves. President Darby, of the Atlanta Federation of Trades, was introduced, and gave us a talk, urging federation with that body. Part of our meeting partook of the nature of a love feast, when our Local Chairman Frank Taylor, Lawrenceville, Ga., in his own inimitab’e way, presented our superintendent, G. R. Carlton, with a beautiful “Shriner’s pin,” in behalf of the members of the O. R. T. of the Georgia Division. None but members of the Order subscribed. Mr. Carlton, in well-chosen w'ords, returned his thanks, and then in a reminiscent way, gave us an extended talk, that was both interesting and encouraging. We heard a brother express himself, “I hope Mr. Carlton will wear that pin the longest day he lives, and I hope to see it as an ornate object on the lapel of the coat of the general manager of the Seaboard some day." I understood what he meant. Do you? Cert. 225. A. B . District — A FEW HINTS. (By Cert. 225.) If you’re an “ugly duckling" with a “face to stop a clock,” A maudlin pessimist, who is always on the “knock,” You can change the situation, and reap a rich reward, “Dig up the necessary” and get an Order card. If your disposition’s “sour,” with a continuous “grouch,” If your attire is shabby, and you are dubbed a “slouch,” If you’re “like dumb, driven cattle,” your whole life a canard, “Dig up the necessary” and get an Order card. If you are parsimonious, with a dull and sordid mind. Not caring for associates, not even of your kind. There’s still hope for redemption, and that with this regard, “Dig up the necessary” and get an Order card. If you are “chicken hearted,” with a weakness in your spine, If you lack moral courage to — with us — “get hi line;” These are common failings, but you are not de barred, “Dig up the necessary” and get an Order card. If your complexion’s faded, if your conscience now is dead. If you've vague delusions, and by false hopes led, Turn from the path that’s rocky, leave the lot that’s hard, “Man can’t live on bread alone,” get an Order card. For when your life is ended, and you’ve never “got in line^. And when you’ve reached the “pearly gate” — confronted by this sign: “No card, no favors” (these words to you seem hard), When Peter asks you for it, you’ll wish you had a card. Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Ry. The general meeting held at Marquette on March 2d was lively as it is possible to make them. J. Anderson, a new man, is at Bergland nights. Gurney agency has been opened, with L. V. Phelps as agent, and Sutherland has been re- opened, w ith Mr. Belding, a new man, in ’charge. Bio. Fuchs, Saxon third, off sick, relieved by G. R. Gardner. We wish him a speedy recovery. Bro. Grau is back at Iron River. Bro. Sinclair, of Sanborn, got a few hours’ overtime the other night on account of pn accident on the Sanborn hill. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 473 Bro. Etton is doing a rushing business at Supe- rior “WS,” keeping track of the heavy tonnage moving from the head of the lakes. Lots of busi- ness is what we like to see. Let us all help our able dispatchers to keep it moving by answering our calls promptly and giving the company the best service possible. VVetmore has had a third trick added on account of increased business. Boys, line up all the nons and make our division splid, and we can soon have a schedule to be proud of. Get after the man next to you; see if he is carrying a card. If not, show him the bene- fits to be derived by being a member. In many cases a little encouragement will do wonders in getting a man to join. Do not let any of them say they were never asked. Those who have not paid their dues this year remit at once and keep the good work going. We can make Division 1 1 6 solid by June 30th if every brother will do his part. Bro. McCarty is at Bibon nights, with Bro. Zeigler on first. Mr. Hawes, second Ishpcming, was off a few days on account of sickness. Can not say who is relieving. Boys, send me a few items by the twentieth, so we can have a good write-up every month. *** “Mack," Div. Cor. “Soo Line” Ry. Chicago Division, First and Second Districts — Amherst agency, second and third Medina Jet. and “JD’’ nights are up for bids. Bro. A. D. Hartley is now settled on his farm at Dexter, Iowa, relieved on third Lake Villa by Bro. C. H. Bowman, from the C. M. & St. P-, pending bulletin. Bro. J. M. Webber, agent Theresa, on sick list several weeks, was relieved by Bro. A. A. Haag, relieved on second by M. M. McCollougb, later resigned, relieved by Vogel, from the C. & N. W. J. W. Hancock bid in Superior exclusive agency, relieved on Manitowoc agency by VV. A. Graham, relieved as agent at Waupaca on bid by F. B. Roe. Emil Schultheis, agent Fremont, made a business trip to Oshkosh recently. Bro. B. C. Jenkins, third Stockton, off a few days, was relieved by Brundt, from the G. B. & W., latei^ resigned and gone to the C. M. & St. P. I was unable to get a line on all the changes this month. Out of about a dozen requests for items, I received one answer -from Bro. Wilson. Help us to have a good write-up by sending the changes, etc., before the 20th, and keep after the desirable nons and try to line them up. The writer works with Mr. Buttke, a non who has been too hard to land even by our worthy general chairman, Bro. Lewis. He is perfectly willing to accept the increased pay, etc., that someone else has worked and helped to pay for, and then “hollers” to outsiders because lie didn’t get more. “No card, no favors.” Jack Frost, Div. Cor. Chicago Division, Northern District — The telephone has been installed on the main line of this division and is being used for the movement of trains (when working), which is the same old song, although the officials as a general thing insist that it is always working, but at that it does not come up to the old reliable Morse. Colfax was made a continuous office the first of the year, with Bro. G. A. Harsh on first, G. Hilson on second, and Bro. Alvin Hilson on third. Expect to make this station solid, as Mr. Hilson has promised to join in the near future. Cylon was also made a continuous 'office the first of the year, with Bro. Hoffman on first, Bro. Daniels on second, and Mr. Ripplinger on third, who says the organization never did him any good, but he has just been moved off a split trick, brought about by the last revision of the schedule. Mr. PhiJJippi, a new man, is at Jewett tempo- rarily. Two men at Downing, one at Emerald, one at Jewett and one at Owen promise to get cards next payday. We should see they keep their promises It is now Bro. North at Downing, and Agent Moore promises to be in by next month. Bro. Daniels, of Cylon, has secured two applica- tions this month — Mr. North at Downing, and Mr. Clark at Boyceville. General Chairman Lewis was at Cylon recently in the interest of the Order. Bro. Bishop bid in Somerset agency, vice ex Bro. Deahofe, resigned and gone with the G. N. at St. Paul. Ex-Bro. Shannon, on second Somer- set, resigned, and refused to come into the fold. The brothers should all get busy on the nons and get credit for the $2 on their dues for each application they turn in accompanied w;th the necessary amount. There is room for improve- ment on this division, in order that wc will not be the weakest one on the system. Cert. 94. Minnesota Division — Bro. C. W. Spurzem is now agent at Camden Place. F. A. Swanson, from the Northern Pactfu , is on second Newman. C. M. Gordon is the new man at Hamel. Minn., nights. Estv Gilland was promoted from Leeper to third Buffalo, vice C. A. Lindred, gone to Paynesville third, vice D. P. Paige, promoted to cashier there. Bro. J. W. Hanschen, first Paynesville, bid in Bellgrade agency. T. H. McAllister, side table Enderlin dispatcher’s office, is now on second Paynesville. Bro. H. W. Teich, from Enderlin, was promoted to first side-wire tables in “RD” dispatcher’s office. Bro. R. J. Ringstrom bid in first Brooten, and Bro. H. O. Berg bid in third Glenwood. Bro. C. M. Erjen has returned to second Elbow Lake, after relieving a month at Kensal agency. Bro. J. J. Evans, front second Elbow Lake, has • •pened the new station af Lemert, N. D. It’s now Bro. C. H. Corbin on third “BK.” Digitized by Cert. 1 Google

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474 The Railroad Telegrapher. Minneapolis & St, Louie R. R. Eastern Division — A meeting for the election of officers was called at Oskaloosa on February 8th, and was fairly well attended, considering that most of the boys can not get away from their stations. The bal- loting resulted in the election of Bro. E. J. Wil- son, of Laurel, for secretary and treasurer; Bro. R. A. Yrannoy, of Martinsburg, for chief teleg- rapher; Bro. R. A. Carroll, of Chapin, for first vice-chief telegrapher, and Bro. L. C. Vannoy, as second vice. Bros. Foster of Abingdon, Gard- ner of Abbott and Platts of Steamboat Rock, were nominated for chairman, to be elected by mail ballot, the result which will be given us by Bro. Wilson for next month’s write-up. It was suggested at the February meeting that we hold meetings in Marshalltown and Monmouth on alternate months, with an occasional general meeting at Oskaloosa. It is a rather tiresome ride to Oskaloosa, which cuts down the attend- ance, and if the suggested plan can be carried out it will probably result in a better attendance and more interest in the work. Night offices at Rockwell and Abbott were closed February 18th, putting the brothers at these stations back on their long hours. We understand this is quite a jolt to their dignity, as they had begun to put on quite metropolitan airs over having the night man, etc. Bro. Platts, at Steamboat Rock, has had quite a snap this winter on account of the poor ice crop. He says if there is anything he likes bet- ter than ice, it is more ice. The boys at Grinncll lftvc been doing some good work. They have the office solid, from the agent down. Bro. F. A. McClarcn, our former secretary and treasurer, is now on his chicken farm near Ft. Scott, Kas. He made many friends while on the division, who disliked to sec him leave, but hope he will make as good on his ranch as he did on the road. Bro. J. P. Sweet, of Fremont, bid in Mon- mouth yard first, but did not get it, and is now slated for Albia first. We are glad to welcome our old friend, F. F. Laird, back to third trick in the dispatcher’s office at Oskaloosa. Bro. P. S. Howard, of Newburg, under the weather for several weeks, is now improving. Mr. Coon, a new man, is on third Brighton. This is his first position and Bro. Bartlett will have him do the right thing as soon as he has been here long enough. We hope that ex-Bro. Kyle, agent at Brighton, who w-as a member of this division for some years, will soon be with us again. Oakville agency is again on bulletin. Bro. Davis left there when the helper was pulled off. Bro. J. W. Howard, agent Olds, has resigned to go farming. He has been one of our staunch members for several years. Everyone hates to see him go and wish him success on the farm. Bro. R. E. Davis bid in Olds agency. The retrenchment “bug” is responsible for sev- eral stations losing helpers and others of the office forces, and as a result several agents have resigned on account of the increased work. Bro. Carroll, at Chapin, is getting his new “bug” in working order, and will soon issue a challenge to all comers. Our committee will go to Minneapolis for a revision of the schedule as soon as the manage- ment sets a date. To get results, the committee must have the united support of every man on the line. Each one of u$ should make it a per- sonal matter to line up the nons. Let us all get to work on the man next to us and see if we can not present a solid front when the committee goes in. We have decided to make the Eastern Division write-up a monthly affair if we can get the neces- sary material. There are others on the line who could do a better job, no doubt, but are indis- posed to try, and Bro. Gardner has asked me to take the “position.” Wish everyone on the divi- sion would send us an item or two by the aoth, so we can make a good showing. Mail the items to either Bro. McLin, at Richland, or Y'annoy, at Ackley. Thanks to Bros. McLin and Morey at Grinnell for the most of , what we have this month. “JS.,” Cert. 26. Lehigh Valley R. R. Buffalo Division, Buffalo to Sayre — It is to be regretted that the men on this divi- sion did not wake up years ago to the fact that only by thorough organization in the O. R. T- could we hope to better our conditions, so that now we might be in as good condition as our brother members on all organized roads. But, “better late than never.” The few who do not realize this yet don’t want to; for a man with any brain knows that organization is the only thing. How a man with a family can be content to work 365 days a year for $65.00 a month or less is a conundrum. Such men, apparently satisfied here, if on a scheduled road would be the first to grab any raise the O. R. T. got them (and if he got what he deserved) and was left out, would do the most kicking. Pay up your dues for the current term at once, brothers, and let us stick together and work for new members. This is what has put all railroad organizations where they are today, and that is what we men on the L. V. have got to do. Keep pegging aw'ay at the nons, and don’t get dis- couraged, nothing was ever gained by giving up. One brother has already secured two new mem- bers since January 1st. If each one of us would do as much the L. V. would be solid by July 1st. YY'henever you meet a non speak to him about the O. R. T. He may only be waiting for someone to ask him to join. Bro. Clapp is now on third Y'an Etten. Mr. Chadwick has recovered from typhoid fever and is back on third Ithaca. YY7e are all glad of his recovery and hope he will soon be one of us. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The- Railroad Telegrapher. 475 Bro. Hamilton is now on the N. Y. C. Wc wish success over there among all those good O. R. T. boys. It is now Bro. Chaffee, at Tanghamock Falls, and Bro. Withiam, third at Burdett, and we arc very glad to call them by that grand title. “Stub.” Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific R. R. NOTICE. Local No. 22, of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, comprises the Rock Island System Division No. 126. All ladies, no matter what age, are eligible to membership. Sister J. A. Tracy, of Calhan, Colo., was elected general chairman, and Sister L. A. Meador, of Minco, Okla., general secretary-treas- urer. Any one interested in assisting this movement by securing the applications of the lady members of their families, write either of these officers, who will furnish the application blanks. Initiation fee is 50 cents, and dues are 10 cents a month, payable semi-annually in advance. I)o it now. C. H. M. Waurika, Okla., January 30, 1913. I have been advocating, through the meetings both on the Southern and Oklahoma Divisions, the idea of putting a man on the road steadily for the purpose of bringing the divisions so represented up to the 100 per cent mark, and handle points of interest to the brothers who do not get to attend the meetings, and also keep them from going delinquent. I propose this in the following form and would like to hear from some of the brothers on neighboring divisions as to their idea on the subject. We could put a man, say on Southern Oklahoma and Kansas Divisions, have him make every station, say once a month. Assess each member $1 a month, which would not be a very large amount compared with the results of such thorough organization. Let him collect the $1 assessment from new members when obtaining the application, remitting all moneys to the treasurer; divisions employing this man to use the commis- sions on new applicatons to help defray the ex- penses of this man. In case the assessment would be too strong for the expenses and the salary of the one so employed together with commissions received, cut it down, until the nons begin to thin out, when there would be nothing doing on the commission as there would be no material left to work on. I think this would soon put the divi- sion in such shape that we would not know it, and the boys who never get to attend the meet- ings would receive lots of real benefit from this source, as this party could enlighten them on lots of subjects of interest contained in our schedule that wc often overlook for lack of some one to call our attention to it. I believe this would be a great help to getting the boys who have been too busy to take any interest in the real work to get them started, and when wc once get solid with the right kind of spirit over the entire system, then it will be much easier to get the $75 minimum, get rid of the U. S. mail, get annual passes, etc. Let’s get in line, then make the hit while the iron is hot. I know the meet- ings are a great help to the ones who will and can attend, and I really believe this would be a great help to the ones who can not and will not attend. Let’s hear from some of the brothers in regard to this. Fraternally, 1\ J. Upson, Cert. 730. Oklahoma Division — Bro. J. VV. McGonagle is acting as relief agent at Renfrow pending bulletin. Bro. Dusch, of Comanche, was a recent Renfrow visitor. Bro. Meador visited home folks at Medford recently. Pond Creek, nights, has been opened again. We hope a card man will get it. Bro. J. A. Boyle, of Enid, has been appointed car distributer for the Panhandle Division, work- ing with Chief Hammack, at El Reno. We are mighty glad to see brothers holding these positions. Bro. C. J. Hall is at Enid, and a new man is on Hennessey third. Bro. Clymans will fix him if he is not up-to-date. It is now Bro. Johnson at Kingfisher. P. V. Heinen, of Okarche, has applied for a telegraph position on this division. C. W. Winger, of Okarche, will soon be a mem- ber. Bro. W. H. Gilbert, of Concho, thinks some of going back to civilization again. Too many tame owls and coyotes there. Bro. Mathews’ wife, of Chickasha, is visiting home folks at Minco. Bro. Eastlake, of Duncan, was in El Reno re- * ccntly. Bro. E. T. Connors, of Lawton, has been ap- pointed city passenger agent at Oklahoma City. Bro. Kurtenbach, of Granite, while off ten days visiting home folks at Herington, was relieved by Bro. Reed, of Minco, and he by Bro. M. C. Donahue. Thanks for the votes. C. L. Ruppert, of Fort Worth, has been ap- pointed division superintendent, vice J. McGic, de- ceased. Mr. Ruppert is a pleasant gentleman, who comes to us highly recommended by the brothers of the Ft. Worth Division, and we are sincerely pleased to have him on this division and assure him of our loyal support. The bulletins due the 15th of February were very late, as the clerk who handles this matter was married about the 20th. Congratulations. Bro. Rex Snodgrass is playing the piano in the El Reno Theater. We will soon have to .organize an orchestra to utilize the spare energies of our musicians. “Music hath chawms” you know. Bro. H. H. Martin, of El Reno yard, lately of the Indian Territory Division, is making his mark on that division. When our boys go somewhere else, you can sec the smoke fly from the time they light. No card, no favor. Div. Cor. Digitized by Google

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476 The Railroad Telegrapher. I’anhandle Division — Bro. McCoy, agent Geary, Sundayed recently in Watonga. We hope the few remaining nons will soon come in and help us reach the ioo per cent mark. I heartily appreciate your support as representa- tive to the ninth biennial and nineteenth regular session of the Grand Division, at Baltimore, in May, and if elected assure you I will make every effort possible to further the interest of the Pan- handle Division, and if re-elected local chairman will serve you to the best of my ability as I have done in the past. J. J. Nichols, Local Chairman. Manhandle Division Notes — Bro. J. J. Nichols, having been assigned to first Klk City, will have more time to look after his duties as local chairman. He contemplates a trip West before moving. Mr. Brown is on first Klk City temporarily. Harrah has been opened nights, with Mr. l)yc in charge. Bro. J. F. Darrell, from the Frisco, was recently assigned to duty on this division. Greenfield agency is open for bids. Bro. Friend has resigned first Sayre, and is now at Bridgeport, Tex. He was the oldest man in straight telegraph service on this division. We are all sorry to lose him, but wish him success. He was relieved by F. Langford. We will mail application blanks on request. Miss Blalock has resigned second Oklahoma City, relieved by Bro. Armstrong, who bid it in. Nothing doing here for the non, the used-to-be a member or the man who has lost his receipt. The Postal Department will probably enter into a contract shortly with the railways for handling the U. S. mail. Now is our time to get this busi- ness unloaded off the agents. If the new con- tract provides that the Postal Department will handle the mad from and to the station, that will end the U. S. mail issue. If we don’t get rid of it now, it will be years before we have another opportunity. Let’s get busy. About ioo bills have been introduced in the Oklahoma Legislature affecting railways. The full crew bill and semi-monthly pay day are backed by organized labor. The full crew bill will affect trainmen and the semi-monthly pay day will be of some benefit to the grocery stores, but all the anti-railw'ay legislation affects all railway employes, as they place burdens on the railways creating expense or decreasing the revenue, and as a re- sult there is less money to be paid to labor, and our chance of securing increases are just that much decreased. It would appear that we employes should help the railroads in opposing such legislation and de- pend upon our unions to settle our differences with the management in the usual way, but when we go before the management we find that they think their ownership of the industry possesses great power and we arc unable to enforce our demands. On the political field a laboring man’s vote counts as much as the owner of a railway, and as there are so many more of us our influ- ence on legislation is greater. If the railways would make their plea for higher rates in behalf of labor, raise wages and then ask for higher rates the public would stand for it. The pro- tective tariff has survived for forty years, on the plea alone that it was for labor. From present indications there will be a large attendance at the meeting in El Reno on the 2zd. The seniority shows only four men on this divi- sion who have less than a year’s service. The seniority rule helps to hold the men, makes them take pride in the service and do better work in order tfiat they may hold their seniority. C. H. Armstrong, Box 894, Oklahoma City, Okla. Indian Territory Division -- Business is good, two more dispatchers bung put on at Haileyville, and Bro. J. J. O’Brien, from Anderson, assigned to one of the tricks. Bros. S. R. Hutchinson, first Howe, elected local chairman, is a “live wire,” having landed several nons lately and getting the w'ork up in good shape. Let’s lend him all the assistance possible and show some of the “would-like-to-be” officials what we can do. Barber second assigned to Mrs. L. B. O’Brien, vice Bro. \V. E. Pace, gone to the Frisco; Mans- field first to Bro. Baker, with Bro. W. C. Ether- idge on second and third on bulletin. Hughes station closed, telegraph office moved to Fanshawe “FN,” with Bro. W. E. Jones in charge. Wilburton third opened, F. P. Culpepper there pending bulletin. Shawnee passenger station second assigned to Bro. J. D. Rodgers, first to Bro. J. E. Roge s, vice A. VV. Jenkins, the Katy scab. Shawnee second assigned to Bro. C. T. Hardin, of dispatcher’s office. Third Stuart opened and on bulletin, but no men to fill the place. J. E. Howard, first YVewoka. is hot after the post office. Bro. C. W. Holmes, first YVapanucka, off a few days attending court in Arkansas. No man to relieve him, and the agent had to do his work. Bro. C. E. Starr, agent Tishomingo, lias re- igned and gone to the Missouri Division with Mr. Coughlin. J. M. Thornbury is at Tishomingo agency pend- ing bulletin. The bank at YVardville was robbed recently robbers cutting telegraph and phone wires, but Agent Riggs had them working within ? few hours. If any brother has a grievance, try to settle with your officials. If you can’t reach an agree- ment, refer all papers to Bro. Hutchison, who will Jo his part in putting things right for you. The February notes did not reach St. Louis in time for publication, so if some of the recent brothers were called “Mister,” they will please overlook it. Digitized by c.oc e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 477 Ballots are out for the election of delegate to the convention at Baltimore from each division, and it is hoped all brothers will take an interest and vote for the man they think will do the most good for the division. The good work continues and the nons are still coming into the fold. There has certainly been a change on this division within the past month. Let’s keep it going and not stop until we are ioo per cent strong. Barber second on bulletin, Mrs. L. 3. O’Brien going to Monroe agency, Prof. J. H. Bell having resigned to accept a position with an oil company at Corsicana, Tex. J. H. B. is a good man, and wc regret to lose him. Bro. C. A. Classon is on Barber second pending bulletin. Bro. D. V. Wycoff bid in Mansfield third, C. T. Hardin bid in “JY” second, and Bro. F. H. Cul- pepper bid in Wilburton third, making "WN” solid. Bro. E. H. Pyle, Haileyville relay, is being re- lieved by Operator “MX.” Operator at Alderson pulled off, which gives Bro. Anderson, the agent, a pretty heavy job, J. X. Cone going on extra list again. “J. W. Black.” Amarillo Division, C. R. I. & G. Ry. — Bro. Summers of Adrian, while on vacation, was relieved by A. H. Koeninger. Bro. Osborne, of Jericho, and Bro. Sansing, of Groom, exchanged positions. Bro. D. A. Davis, formerly of McLean, is now with the Wichita Valley at Dundee, Tex. Bro. J. L. Thompson, agent Alanreid, also local chairman, is off sixty days to look into a farming proposition, and may not be back. This will be ‘a great loss to this division. We hope he will meet with the greatest success as a farmer, and believe he will not railroad any more. He was relieved by the writer, relieved at Ramsdell by Mr. Koen- inger. No one has furnished me any news for this write-up. I wish everybody would send me some- thing each month for the journal in future. If we fail, as we have done for the past few months, the outside world will think we are dead. The writer has been appointed to fill out the unexpired term .as local chairman. I have taken up the work right where Bro. Thompson left off, and hope I will do as well as he. I am going to do the best I can, and want every man on the Amarillo Division to assist me in every way pos- sible. If each man will remit his dues promptly, it will save me more work than any other one thing. Answer the dispatcher promptly and give the best and most prompt service possible, co-operate in every way with all departments and branches of the service, and never miss an opportunity to do all you can for the best interest of the com- pany. Let’s all practice the safety habit and it will soon become natural. It is a thing we owe our- selves and the public, and the company also. With the hope that all are going to be good, remit dues and assessments this pay-day and start in to give the best service ever, I remain. Yours fraternally, M. H. Keasle, Acting L. C. Kansas Division — A new man is relieving Bro. G. S. Allen at Whiting. Bro. I. M. Belcher bid in Holton agency, re- lieving Bro. F. W. Hobbs, who went back on third there, vice Bro. W. D. Cozad, who relieved Bro. C. C. Phillips at Paxico, resigned and gone to his former home in Missouri. Bro. A. L. Foster, from the C. M. & St. P., went to Willard third, relieved at Hoyt nights by R. R. Ried, third Maple Hill, and he by Z. F. Beck, extra. Bro. C. L. Dillingham, second Topeka yard, relieved by L. L. McComber, from the Santa Fe, and Bro. J. II. Patterson, Bishop nights, by W. A. Floyd. Bro. C. L. Dillingham bid in McFarland first, vice T. M. Daniel, and Bro. E. Nichols, relieved on Horton third by Bro. A. B. Benham, from the Missouri Pacific, bid in McFarland third, but later resigned, relieved by Bro. W. E. Pearsall, Herington yard third, vice R. Stepp, relieved by C. R. Burns, a new man. Bro. 'G. O. Liggett relieved Bro. W. A. Arm- strong, agent Volland, while he attended his father’s funeral, relieved by Mrs. Liggett at Riley. Bro. O. W. Emerich, relieved by Bro. I. M. Spillman, relieved Bro. J. K. McClure, agent Alma, a few days, and then took Dwight second, vice Bro. W. S. Gillespie, who went to Alma nights. Bro. E. T. Pyle bid in Clay Center agency, re- lieved at White City by C. R. Greene. Bro. R. E. Scneder, Alta Vista third, while attending court at Alma, was relieved by F. R. Rigdon, who later" relieved Bro. F. H. Sbanklin, White City third, who relieved A. H. Schneider, Herington yard first, relieving Bro. E. J. Hough, who was sick, at Cline second, and had previously hcen relieved by Bro. I. M. Spillman, from Alma. Bro. J. C. Smith relieved Bro. J. H. Jenkins, resigned, relieved on Marion second by Bro. W. A. Kelsey, and he on third by C. S. Forbes. Bro. Casey, Cassidy, bid in Riverdale agency, vice Bro. L. E. Goodman, resigned. Bro. E. F. Pikin bid in Wichita first, relieved on third Caldwell by R. C. Nobles. G. T. Cox is on Wichita third pending bulletin. C. Holliday, Woodbine agency, resigned, re- lieved by Mr. R. C. Greene. Bro. I. M. Belcher, cashier Salina, relieved by O. Blankenship, of Hoyt, who bid in Cline third. No news from the Clay Center line. Boys, remember, ‘‘No card, no favors.” When a man asks you if your chief needs any men, if he has a card help him all you can. If he has none, you are under no obligations to help him unless you are satisfied he intends to get one. Digitized by Google

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478 The Railroad Telegrapher. When a new man hits your office, advise your local chairman, with his name and where he is from. If he has a card, give his certificate and division number. Don't think the "other man" has given this information. It is better for several to give its than for none to do so. Give the local chair- man a chance to keep in touch with all the new men and all changes in your office, so he can arrange to transfer brothers from other roads to our division and line up those, without a card. Go after the nons yourself. Don’t think when you have your card you have done your part; that is your license to get busy. The Topeka O. R. T. Club had the best attend- ance on February 9th since its organization. Come to these club meetings, boys. It is worth all the inconvenience and loss of sleep it requires to attend. Cert. 1341. Nebraska Division — News items are scarce this month, as everyone forgot to send in their notes. Boys, when you hear or know of a change at any station, please send it to me. We don’t want our column left blank, and we can not get the notes without your help. When a new man comes from another division, send me his card number, so we can have him transferred. If he’s a non, hand him applica- tion papers to fill out, and send them in with the money as soon as possible. If you know of a vio- lation of our schedule, let us have it, and we will have it straightened out. Our schedule is no good unless we see that it is lived up to. Vote for the best man among the candidates, regardless of who he is. Bro. Morris, Munden, is off indefinitely, re- lieved by Bro. W. E. Milstead, from the "Q.” Bro. Lowrey, off a few days with grippe, was relieved by Bro. Ellis, from Dewitt. Bro. Toohey has resigned to go with the Union Pacific, and Bro. Ellis is on second Scandia. Bro. Blakely, Formosa, has bought the restau- rant there. Here’s hoping he makes it a success. Bro. Cook, South Bend, is laying off. Bro. Couch, Agra, off several weeks, was re- lieved by a telegrapher living in that vicinity, who is out of the service. All are brothers at Smith Center now except J. M. Crosbie. Go after him. Don’t forget the notes next month, no matter how small. Some of the boys are forgetting "No card, no favors.’’ Don’t help anyone without a card. This only encourages non-members to remain nons. "SN" at "VI." Colorado Division — A vote taken by the members on the division shows a majority of twenty-four in favor of an- nouncing an O. R. T. dance, to be given at Good- land, March 27th. Tickets arc $1.00 and with a live committee to work it up and barring acci- dents and delays it should certainly be a decided success socially and financially. The Engineers’ dance, January 23rd, was well attended and the committee made a nice sum after all expenses were paid. The conductors, the brakemen, the firemen and the engineers now have all had their Order dances, but the telegraphers of this divi- sion have never had one, and it is now our turn. Let all situated who can take an active part get busy and boost as much as possible and show the public a good time and make the dance a suc- cess. The Denver O. R. T. Club had one of the nicest dances ever given in Denver lately, at The Albany Hotel Annex, Saturday evening, February 1st. It was well attended, everybody had a mighty nice time, the music was just dandy (Lohman’s orchestra), and the club will clear about $35.00 over and above expenses. A large qumber of the boys from out on the line were able to attend, it being Saturday night. It certainly is too bad that the police regulations compelled us to close the dance at midnight, just when our fun was getting best. The last division meeting held at Goodland January 23rd, was well attended, eighteen being present. The session was only held long enough to take formal action on the dance measures be- fore adjournment was taken to enable the mem- bers to take in the engineers dance. The result of the election of officers of the Ladies’ Auxiliary, Local 22, C. R. I. & P. Sys- tem Division No. 126, has just been announced, Mrs. J. A. Tracy, of Calhan, Colo., general chair- man and Mrs. C. H. Meador, Cinco, Okla., gen- eral secretary and treasurer. We arc very proud of the fact that the Colorado division is honored by making Sister Tracy general chairman, and we are assured that the L. A. will have an ablt* chief, she will without a doubt attain the best re- sults. Local chairmen of the separate divisions are to be appointed and all the members of the Order and of the Auxiliary should give Sisters Tracy and Meador their heartiest co operation in the work of thoroughly organizing the entire divi- sion. Local No. 22 should soon be one of the best organized locals that have been granted a charter, in point of membership, for on the Rock Island there are some 1,500 O. R. T. members, and one or more L. A. members for each O. R. T. brother would certainly speak well for our organization. Sister Tracy held a short meeting for the ladies at Goodland, February 22nd, the night of the division meeting, for the purpose of starting the work. It is Bro. E. R. Dawson now, who leaves the R. R. service to accept the agency for the Ameri- can Express Co., at Danville, Ind., his home. He stopped off No. 40 long enough to sign up the applications and hand us the cash. Congratula- tions. Bro. Reals, fifth Limon, on short vacation, Was relieved by a new man, Bro. A, S. Johnson, from the S. A. & A. P. Bro. Cuthbert, second Roswell, on two weeks’ vacation, was relieved by Bro. Dawson. No positions advertised on bulletin of Febru- ary 1 st, and no assignment. The boys have been Digitized by kjooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 479 sticking pretty regularly lately and making every- thing permanent. Falcon third, is on bulletin. This divisidn has had a slight shortage of oper- ators the past month, Mattison third, Faloon and Ruleton having been closed a few nights. A mighty good article on the parcel post in this issue of The Telegrapher from this divi- sion. Every one be sure to read it and note well its contents. Give your local chairman the in- formation along this line and good use of it will be made in the next schedule negotiations. This information will really be necessary in handling the United States mail matter correctly. If the government can be induced to make a contract with the railroads to handle the mail only from station to station, it will rid us of the burdensome work, or else pay us an increase for handling the ever-increasing mail matter, and Uncle Sam’s mail will go the same route that the switch lamps went, as far as we are concerned. Bro. H. M. Steffy, second Mattison, on thirty days' vacation, was relieved by Bro. C. E. McMil- lan, formerly of the Mo. Pac., but out of the R. R. service for the last three or four years. Welcome to the ranks once more. Bro. T. E. Hodges, third Arriba, spent a day in Denver recently. Bro. G. J. Brown, third Clayton, just returned from thirty days' vacation in Denver, relieved by L ." H. McGuire, from the uptown Western Union office at Goodland. Mr. McGuire writes me that I may have his application papers and remittance this February payday. Practically all the telegraphers in this territory are aligning themselves with the O. R. T. "In true union there is true strength,’’ and the time is ripe when a man traveling about without an up-to-date card is an utter stranger and his hopes for real favors are slim indeed. Matters of interest to us are the bills and measures pending in our different State legisla- tures affecting the incomes, passenger rates, etc., regulations and safety appliances of the railroads. Petitions are in circulation for R. R. employes’ signatures for and against these bills. Make a thorough investigation of these measures before signing any of the petitions, for a great many of them have a direct bearing on our own work and working conditions. Division No. 126 fell short only twenty-four members paid up to date to December 31, 1912. of the required number to send fifteen delegates to the Baltimore convention next May, but we will be represented fourteen strong, which speaks mighty well for the work of organization during the past year and a half, when it is recalled that we sent only nine delegates to the convention at Toronto in 1911. The official ballots are out for local chairman and representative and alternate to the conven- tion, myself for re-election as local chairman and representative and Bro. Marquis, of Burlington, as alternate. I take this means of thanking the brothers for placing me in nomination for repre- sentative, and for re-election as your local chair- man, and assure you that your support is greatly appreciated. I have given you the best I had dur- ing the past year as local chairman and hope 1 may be considered worthy of re-election. The official count of the ballots was made in Kan- sas City March 3rd. With best wishes for success and a solid divi- sion. L. Gillaspy, L. C. Dakota Division — Bro. Patterson, who bid in West Bend, took two weeks’ vacation before going there; relieved at Pope joy agency by Mr. Sturdevant. from Cloverdale agency, pending bulletin. Bro. Chas. Peterson, agent Ottosen, bid in Livermore agency, vice Bro. Aldrich to Sibley as telegrapher. Bro. "Bill” Peterson going to Otto- sen pending bulletin, relieved by Helper Palmer at Clarion nights. Mr. Beck, third Emmetsburg, was off two nights on account of a death in the family. The office was closed part of the night while he was away. We have a non at a junction point who brags about getting more money than the man on the other road, who has never spent a cent to help the O. R. T. get it for him. He is getting more than the other man because the other road is not very strongly organized. It is about time for him to get his eyes open and send in his application. Mr. Lewis, from the Des Moines Valley Divi- sion, who relieved Agent Goughnour, at Slifer, on account of sickness, has gone back to Des Moines. Alma Lewis, agent Cloverdale, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Sturdevant, extra agent. Wires have been cut back into Allendorf, much to the delight of Bro. Sands. It was too long a jump from "SB” to "CD.” It is now Papa Odegard, Estherville relay. It’s a girl; we all smoke. Assistant car distributor put on at Estherville dispatcher’s office, Bro. Laudeman, second Ells- worth, now abolished, taking the position. Bro. Densmore is working the limit and getting some overtime. C. D. Orichton, from S. A. A. P., Kennewick, "WN,” formerly first Luverne, has returned to the Rock Island, going to Crystal Lake, relieving Ausman on vacation, later to Titonka relieving C. E. Dahl on account of sickness. "D” was married while in Washington and has his wife with him. B. H. Horswell checked in as agent at Harris, R. C. Farrington going to Walters, relieving S. K. Langdsdale on account of sickness, later going home on account of sickness. VV. M. McMahon has returned to Galt, Mr. Lockwood relieving R. E. Griffith at Lake Park. Bro. Fitzgibbons, Spirit Lake, spent Sunday re- cently at Armstrong, where he visits quite often. Must be something very attractive there. Bro. Krall, from Garner, who relieved Agent Bellman, at Thompson, on account of sickness, was relieved by H. 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480 The Railroad Telegrapher. R. C. Farrington is relieving Agent Hilton, at Lismore, on account of sickness and having to go to Indiana on business. Operator Carey, third Estherville, spent Sunday recently at his home in Wilmont, and Bro. Ode- gard, of second, spent Sunday, February 15th, at Lake Park. Ice business at Spirit Lake was held up several weeks, owing to the scarcity of cars on account of heavy stock shipments. Grain loading is also heavy and elevators all over the division are blocked. This is going to be the big month for “Snake Hunters” to move. When a farmer wants a car to move he wants you to drop everything and look after him. I see where some more agents will get gray hairs. Things are looking up on this division, as we are near to being one big family. There are only a few nons left on some of the branches, and the good men are helping to get them all in. There are changes being made all the time, and find out immediately whether the new man has a card and advise the local chairman. If he has none, telh him he will be expected to get one at once and assist us rather than absorb, and bear in mind the motto. No card, no favors. There are not many who care to be outcasts, as we are all dependable on our neighbor agents and teleg- raphers. Secure a list of nons from your local chairman, . keep it on your desk, ask favors only of the brothers and have them to do likewise. Organization means right and dollars to us all, with an opportunity to have any grievance ad- justed. Don’t imagine because we have a good schedule that you can relinquish your efforts, be- cause the way is always open to better conditions. This is especially true at the one-man stations where the remuneration has been reduced some- what recently -in our express commissions, which we hope to soon have adjusted. Get all the nons lined up this year, and there will be something doing to offset our dues, which are light compared with other unions. Now that the election is over and our new local chairman has taken charge, let us all nelp him every way possible, advising him of all un- satisfactory conditions existing at your office, answer all his letters promptly to the best of your ability, as he depends on you for informa- tion. He is no more able to get out on the line than you are, and has plenty of grief, besides having all the grief of the division to handle, which often can not be handled to the satisfaction of the complainant. Remember, he has a station to run in connection with being local chairman. Your representative to the convention will be very much pleased to have you write him suggest- ing any betterment of conditions that would affect your station. While he knows the needs of his station and possibly his neighbor’s station, he does not know the needs of all the stations on the division. Write him the same day you read this. This is the first write-up we have had for several months. If you brothers will send me the news we can have a good write-up-'every month. When you hear of any changes or any other news, drop me a card, then if the other fellow sends me the same news I will be sure to have it all. We have a big division, and half of us don’t know what is going on on the other half. Send the items by U. S. mail to Box 377, Dows, Iowa, be- fore the 20th of each month. Div. Cor., Cert. 1596. Minnesota Division — Bro. Peterson is agent at Clarks Grove. Bro. Suddendorf, second Ellendale, has resigned and gone to the C. & N. W., at New Ulm, Minn. Bro. Henry is the new agent at Hope. The office force at Owatonna has been increased to six men, Bros. Yust, first; Smith, second, and Searles, from Cedar Falls, Iowa, on third, leaving Bro. Chambers, the agent, free to solicit business, and he is getting it, too. Bro. Shauger, agent Medford, is busy every day wondering why the “Bug” will not burn all night. Faribault has a new cashier; Mr. Birch is now on first at passenger office, still wears that O. R. T. ring, which he refused to sell for the same amount he paid for it several years ago. Mr. ifosher, a new man, is on second, and Bro. Fents on third. This is the only office not solid, except Inver Grove yard. Bro. Eaton, who visited his parents at Med- ford, and the girl at Faribault recently, was hur- ried away to relieve the agent at Morrison, Iowa. Bros. Yust and Searles visited Faribault on Sunday recently. Bro. Smith was married at Faribault recently, and is learning French from the new cook. Congratulations, and warning to Eaton and Yust. Bro. J. J. Flynn is at Plymouth Junction agency pending bulletin. The entire force has been moved from there to Manly, with the exception of the agent. Extra Agent H. F. Voss, from the C. G. W., has been assisting at Iowa Falls, Glenville, Manly, Shellsburg and Waverly, and is now at Cedar Falls. The office force of this division were moved from Cedar Falls to Manly, Iowa, February 16th, about forty men going with Superintendent Wal- lace. After the completion of the yards and buildings, now being erected. Manly will be one of the largest division points on the system. Bro. Kennedy attended a good O. R. T. meet- ing at Cedar Rapids, February 21st. The brothers should try and attend these meetings when pos- sible, as there’s a great deal to learn. Bro. Pixley, agent Gordonsville, bid in third North wooef. “VY” is now solid, first time in its history. Brothers, wake up and get in the nons you work with. The boys showed their appreciation of the good work Bro. J. L. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 481 be the easier, and always be a "booster.” Wish some good brother over on the short line would give us a few notes each month. Am grateful to Bro. Smith for his notes this month. "MC,” Cert. 317. Des Moines Valley Division*- Only three nons left on this division. Let me have your support in cleaning them up, so we can boast of a solid line-up. Bro. Wing, agent Eddyville, has returned, and his relief, Bro. Hunter, has been checked in as cashier at Keokuk. I hope he can land Mr. Utley there. Former Agent Brady, at Keokuk, has re- signed. We failed, decidedly, in showing Mr. Brady the good things we have received through the Order. We shall soon know who the lucky brothers are that will go to Baltimore. I hope you all used your best judgment in voting for the best man, in your opinion. Bro. Myers, agent Harper, has been off duty on account of the serious illness of his wife. We are all pleased to hear of her recovery. Our worthy agent, Mr. Sweeney, at Given, now wears the button. It took your local chairman but a few minutes to secure him, as he was an old O. R. T. man, having been chairman for the C. B. Q. system, later entered into other business. He can give us many a good pointer and will make us a very active brother. I am pleased to note the interest taken by our brothers in some of the general offices. If we would do half as much, nons would be unknown. Please send me items for the journal, so we can have a good write-up. F. A. Forche. Missouri Division — Division Correspondent C. G. King has had the smallpox and is still quarantined in the pest- house. As Bro. King has all the notes from the boys along the line I will have to do the best I can without them. Bro. F. E. Foster, who runs the Blue Front restaurant at Altamont, relieved a few days at Columbus Jet. Call on him when at Altamont. Bro. Harry Berry *was a recent caller at Colum- bus Jet. Bro. W. T. Barnett still at Colfax tak- ing treatment. We are glad to hear he is improv- ing. Bro. C. G. Belding is now at Fruitland. There was a good meeting at Cameron on Feb- ruary 4th, eighteen out from the Rock Island. Some misunderstanding about the transportation prevented some of the Burlington boys from at- tending, but things are lined up all right for the next meeting. These meetings at Cameron come on the first Tuesday of each month. Come out and see the boys. We also had a good meeting at Trenton during February and a fine bunch wa^ out. After business had been concluded we ad- journed to the dining room where Bro. Brewer had arranged a fine feed. Don’t miss these times, they are the best part of your life. I have received the sad news that Bro. C. L. Lamb, general chairman of the Burlington, who was at our meeting at Cameron on the 4th, died from pneumonia. This is a sad blow for the C. B. & Q. boys who have lost a valuable man. Bro. Plum received applications the past month from J. A. McGuire, Stillings; J. F. Greenlander, Wallace, Mo.; G. E. Briggs, Cameron Jet., Mo.; A. B. Monroe, Troy, Kan., and H. L. Spaulding, Kenmore, Mo. This is fine w'ork. If everyone would only do one-fifth as good he would get a man. I am mighty proud of the two I got, but Bro. Plum has me beat a mile. It only takes a little time to do these things. If everyone would do a little it would not be so hard for a few, so let’s all keep after the nons until we get them. Bro. Spalding relieved J. M. Bose at Kenmore a few days. Mrs. M. O. Madson, Pierce Jet., off a few weeks, was relieved by Harry Moore, a new man. Bro. A. K. Winsor, Grayson, off several days relieved by Bro. Spalding.* Bro. G. H. Wagoner is at Plattsburg. Glad to welcome him among us again. Many thanks for the news received from Bro. Plum. Please give me all the changes each month before the 15th, as we send the items to Bro. Quick on the 20th. If a new man comes and works a few days note it and send it over, so we can all see what is going on over the entire division. F. E. Abernathy, Local Chairman. St. Louis Division— Sister Mary Carroll is relieving on Leslie n;gbts, vice Bro. D. Thurmond, who bid in Owensville nights. Bro. W. M. Coyne, at Henley, has transferred to 126 from Division 2. Bro. J. Kelly Ward, third Argyle, gave us his application as soon as he landed. Bro. C. O. Waters is on third Belle, pending bids. Bro. C. E. Connors, on third Carrie Ave. tem- porarily, Bro. J. M. Dean has bid it in. Bro. H. S. Bolander is at Eldon nights. A heavy man on a heavy job. J. O. Williams, a new man, is at Brandon, non telegraph agency. The new ruling just gone into effect that the dispatchers have to ride the freight trains over the division two days every month gives us "OS” men along the line a chance to see whom we have to work with, and get acquainted a little better. If a few lines were dropped to yours truly once in a while we could have a good write-up. I have been handling it for the last two years and have only received help twice. That don’t speak very well for a division 100 per cent strong. Open up, boys, and let’s be represented in The Telegrapher and let the other roads know that we are alive over here. A. G. D., Div. Cor. Digitized by Google

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482 The Railroad Telegrapher. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry. Toledo Division — ^ The meeting at Toledo on February 18th wa* very well attended, there being about thirty pres- ent. This division was well represented. Bro. Kipp gave us an interesting talk, one of his topics being that the local chairman can not do all the organizing and that the members should co-oper- ate and get after the “Mister” that may be work- ing in their offices. If the members all get to work and not wait for the local chairman to do it all* it will not be long before the division will be ioo per cent strong. Let our motto be: “Everybody work, and work hard,” and this, coupled with “No card, no favors,” will bring success. It is now Bro. Gallup, days at Genoa tower. Mr. Whittinger, nights there, will be with us next pay-day. Mr. Hartford is back on days “OA” Genoa, after being off some time on account of an injured back. Bro. Baldwin, first “BR” tower, has three ap- plications ready for this month. Keep up the good work, John; you have the right spirit. The new tower at “AR” is nearly completed, and is going to be put in service April xst. New puzzle and crossover switches at “JX” are now in service. It is now Bro. Crimm on second Bay Ridge extra. Mr. Prescott, relief operator, is on third “ND” Collinwood. Mr. Lee is relieving on “ON” Cleve- land. Ben Whitt is back again. He is relieving Bro. Bearss, third Sandusky. Mr. Anderson is at Northfifeld, on the “P” line. Mr. Stevens, Elmore days, goes on the pension list April ist, having worked forty-six years for the company. He was on a week’s vacation re- cently, relieved by Mr. Trickey. Brothers, beware of impostors. Some time ago a man came on this division wearing an O. R. T. button. He said his card was at home in his other coat, and borrowed money from a few good brothers, who have not seen him since. We under- stand there is another telegrapher representing himself as a member in the same manner. These men arc liable to fine and imprisonment for wear- ing the emblem and falsely claiming to be mem- bers of an organization. Watch them, boys, and have anyone who violates this law arrested and prosecuted. Many thanks for the notes sent in. Everybody get busy and send me some more. “Oak,” Cert. 459. Eastern Division — Bro. Chadwick, second Lake View, on two months’ leave of absence in Florida, was relieved by Bro. Wright. Bro. Jim Woods, Angola, resigned to accept an agency, was relieved by Bro. Baker, of Silver Creek, on bid. Bro. T. H. Miles, West Seneca tower third, has resigned and gone with the Wabash Railway out of Mt. Pcilicr, Ohio. We all wish him success. Dunkirk depot “DO” office has been closed, and Bro. Starr will probably come to Erie depot. Recent positions secured on bids are: Bro. G. L. Hemink, third West Seneca tower, relieve! by Sidney Sheppard on Bay View third. Bro. Clarence Baker, of second Angola, relieved by Bro. J. J. Caldwell on third Silver Creek, and he by Bro. D. E. Beideck on Dunkirk tower third, relieved by Bro. M. B. Bennett, extra, on B. & O. Painsville second, and Bro. Schrocder, relief posi tion. Mr. Slocum, a new man, went to West Seneca yard office a few days while G. Shery was in the dispatcher's office. Boys, send in what news items you have by the twentieth. They will all help to make a good write-up every month in The Telegrapher. A meeting was held at Ashtabula on March 4th. Remember our motto, “No card, no favors.” “RU.” Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. NOTICE. All members C. B. & Q. System, Division 130: Following is the new list of local chairmen, as chosen March 1, 1913: Relay Div. — J. J. Rose, 2157 Ridge ave., Evans- ton, 111. Aurora Div. — E. F. Todd, Sandwich, 111. Alliance Div. — E. S. Powell, Luster, S. D. Sheridan Div. — A. D. McKercher, Gillette, Wyo. Brookfield Div. — A. F. Ritter, Hunnewell, Mo. Burlington Div. — J. F. Frain, Wyrkan, Iowa. Chicago Div. — E. Murphy, 2302 W. 12th st., Chicago, 111. Beardstown Div. — S. II. Frazier, Rock Bridge, 111. Centerville Div. — L. E. Buckles, Moulton, Iowa. Crcston Div. — R. L. Hale, Malvern, Iowa. Galesburg Div. — F. J. Gra\es, Abingdon, 111. Hannibal Div. — Callie Mays, Elsberry, Mo. Lincoln Div. — P. II. Miller, 308 Boston ave., Hastings, Neb. Omaha Div. — G. W. Holt, Rosalie, Neb. LaCrosse Div. — J. 11. Rogers, Jr., 717 N. Tenth, I.aCrosse, VVis. McCook Div. — C. R. Hunt, Erie, Colo. Ottumwa Div. E. A. Brand, Lockridge, Iowa St. Joe Div.- F. A. Arnold, Hamburg, Iowa. Sterling Div. -L. H. Carstcnscn, Curtis, Neb. Wymore Div. — \Y. F. Denton, Sterling, Neb. Q. O. & K. C. l.)iv.— L. E. Schoene, Brashcar, Mo. C. & S. R. R. Div. -C. A. Kellar, Dillon, Colo. Fraternally, J. F\ Carder, G. S. Ac T. Alliance Division — DEATH OF GENERAL CHAIRMAN LAMB. General Chairman Bro. C. L. Lamb died at Red Oak, Iowa, February 13th, of pneumonia. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 483 under medical attention. The brothers who at- tended the Edgemont meeting on February ist will remember that Bro. Lamb was in very poor health at the time, but he made us a splendid talk and did much good for the cause. Ottumwa Division — We were all cast into deep sorrow on the morn- ing of February 13th when the word was passed along the line of the death of our worthy general chairman, Bro. Clarence L. Lamb, who was every inch a man, big hearted and generous, alw’ays in sympathy with the other fellow, with no thought of selfish ambitions, a man who has done more for the betterment of conditions for telegraphers of the Burlington System than any other individual member. All who knew him felt that he was their friend, and, with the personality he possessed, one could not help but love him. He is gone and his place will be a vacant one, but we must learn to trust in God and to know that His ways are not our ways, and we can not % foretell the object of such things. E. A. Brand, Local Chairman. Galesburg Division — ' The Galesburg Division joins her sister divi- sions in mourning the death of our General Chairman Bro. Lamb, who passed away February 13th, at his home at Red Oak, la. Those who knew Bro. Lamb personalty will never forg-t him for his kind words and ever wise counsel never failed to leave a deep and lasting impression on those with whom he caipe in contact. The pres- ent prosperous condition of Division 130 is due to his untiring energy and wise administration which was so sadly cut short. Words are inadequate to express the love and honor the O. R. T. boys bore for him. His exemplary character never failed to command the respect and admiration of all true men. I be- lieve that we can pay no more fitting tribute to one so good and true, than to strive to be like him, for his example was such that any man might feel honored to imitate. Let us strive, brothers, to diligently preserve that feeling of goodfellow- ship which Bro. Lamb labored so assiduously to build up and maintain, ever lending a hand to help a fallen brother, admonishing him kindly to do what is right. By following these principles we can not fail to bring out the best, and the best is what Bro. Lamb strived for. Therefore, with a true and manly O. R. T. spirit, let us en- deavor to uphold his ideals. F. J. Graves, Local Chairman Galesburg Division, Peoria Branch — The great Father called to rest our able lead*r. Bro. C. L. Lamb. The news of his death spread from one division to the other, causing sorrow and sadness in the hearts of the men whom he represented so grandly and nobly. His was a perfect character, always ready to stand up for the principle of right, it being his. constant en- deavor to do something for the benefit of hD fellow man. Thousands of members and friends mourn the loss of our greatest and truest friend. D. G. R.. Cert. 928. Omaha Division Lines West Bro. Lamb’s death was a great blow to this division and the loss of this faithful member wa; felt by everyone on this as well as all other divisions. There were over thirty of the boys present at the funeral, held at Red Oak, Iowa, including Vice-President -J. A. Newman, of Chi- cago, and Bro. Derrickson, G. S. fit T. of the Mil- waukee road. Bro. Lamb was buried at his old home town. Murray, Iowa. Twenty-one of the boys were there, including Bro. Rose, of Chicago; Bro. Todd, from Sandwich, and Bro. Dodge, from Du- buque. The flowers sent by members amounted to some $250, the Omaha Division making up over $15* 1 want to thank the boys for their interest in the matter, the O’Neill line alone donating $7.00. Cert. 1350- Beardstoum Division — The sad news of Bro. Lamb’s death was a great shock. We have lost a true and fait.iful friend and brother. S. H. Frazier, Cert. 504. St. Joseph Division — [R the death of our General Chairman Bro. Lamb, we lose one of our most valuable members, one that worked heart and mind for the good of the O. R. T. and better working conditions for the men -he was serving. His place will be hard to fill, as there arc few who will go through what he did for the good of the Older. Cert. 1227. Lincoln Division — The death of our worthy General Chairman Bro. C. L. Lamb was a hard blow for Division 130. We must not let our sorrow', however, keep us from taking an active part in the organization, but should work harder than ever for a solid organization and render first-class service to our employers. P. H. Mii.ler. L. C. Relay Division Lines East — Our beloved brother, C. L. Lamb, general chairman, passed away February 13th, after a short illness from pneumonia. It grieves us deeply to lose one who considered no task too great in trying to better our cause and one who held our interest at heart in preference to his own. A large number of the boys from all over the system paid their last tribute to his memory by attending the funeral, held at Murray. Iowa, on February 1 6th. J. J. Rose. Digitized by V.ooQle

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484 The Railroad Telegrapher. McCook Division — It is with the saddest heart that I have ever had that I record the untimely death of our most honorable and esteemed brother, C. L. Lamb, general chairman for the past five years, and it certainly was the greatest surprise of my life when I copied the message announcing his death. I had just received a letter from him a few days before, and a letter from Bro. Lockman of Division 6 stated that he saw him in Omaha at the O. R. T. Club meeting the night of Febru ary 6th. In his death C. B. & Q. Division 130 has lost one' of the best members we have ever had, a conscientious worker, trying at all times to do the right thing and assist all the brothers in every way possible. C. R. Hunt. Brookfield Division — The death of Bro. C. L. Lamb was a severe shock to the entire division. The suddenness of it was appalling. On the Saturday night preced ing his death he attended the meeting of the Cameron O. R. T. Club, at Cameron, and was apparently in good health. Bro. Lamb was well acquainted over the entire division and was well liked. \V. H. W. Sheridan Division — The death of our esteemed General Chairman Bro. Lamb was a shock to us all, and our love and sympathy goes out to the bereaved family. Mr. Lamb turned down a raise in salary just be fore he went to Chicago, saying that the division could not afford it. That’s the kind of men that count, and our loss is great. W. L. Kesstnger. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The grim reaper, death, has again invaded our ranks in the death of our beloved brother, C. L. Lamb, general chairman of C. B. Sc Q. R. R. System Division No. 130, and Whereas. In the death of Bro. Lamb, the Order of Railroad Ttlegraphers, and this club, has lost a true and devoted member; therefore, be it Resolved, That the CORT Club express its regrets at the untimely death of our devoted brother, and that the sympathies of this club be extended to the relatives of our deceased brother, a copy of these resolutions be spread on our minutes and a copy published in The Railroad Telegrapher. L. W. Quick, C. Dal Jones, C. L. Craig, Committee. General Chairmen and General Secretaries and Treasurers' Meeting — IN MEMORIAM. Chicago, III., Feb. 20, 1913. Whereas, An all- wise Providence has removed from our midst Bro. C. L. Lamb, general chair- man C. B. & Q. Railway System. Division 130, and Whereas, Bro. Lamb has for many years been an active and ardent worker in the Order of Railroad Telegraphers and has been one of its most capable division officials; therefore, be it Resolved, By this meeting of general chairmen and general secretaries and treasurers, that we record our deep regret at the untimely removal from our midst of our esteemed and faithful brother, and that we convey the sympathies of this association to his bereaved family; and be it further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon our minutes, a copy forwarded to Mrs. Lamb and a copy published in The Rail- road Telegrapher. E. N. Van Atta. G. E. Kipp, G. W. Lewis, Committee. Providence, R. /., Division No. 35 — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It lias pleased Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from this earthly sphere Bro. C. L. Lamb, general chairman of the Burlington Railroad System, Division No. 130, and Whereas, We realize that the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has lost one of its most efficient and zealous workers, and Division No. 130 a true friend and faithful member; therefore, be it Resolved, That Providence Division No. 35 ex tend its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved fami y and the members of Division No. 130, in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his family, a copy to Division No. 130, a copy spread on the minutes of this division and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. G. W. Burtt, J. M. Gaynor, J. F. Brady, Committee. Cream City Telegraphers' Club — IN MEMORIAM. Milwaukee, Wis., February 15, 1913. Whereas, It has been the will of our heavenly Father to call from earth our late Bro. C. L. Lamb; be it Resolved, That the members of the Cream City Railroad Telegraphers’ Club, O. R. T., of Mil- waukee, Wis., extend to the sorrowing wife' and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy In their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved family, a copy spread upon the minutes of the club, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. C. E. Flaherty, B. A. Gothompson, R. O. Will, Committee. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 485 Ottumwa O. R. T. Club — IN MEMORI AM. Ottumwa, Iowa, February 24, 1913. Whereas, The Almighty God has seen fit to remove from our midst our beloved general chair- man, Bro. C. L. Lamb. It is the unanimous wish of the membership of this club to extend our heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family in this their hour of sorrow. In the loss of our be- loved brother, whose every act and deed was for our organization, we have lost not only one of the mainstays of our membership, but a friend whose every act and word was one of sympathy, love and friendship for all mankind. We sin- cerely regret his being taken away so suddenly and prematurely, and our inability to reward him for the good deeds, for the manly acts and for the superb manner in which he handled matters connected with our organization; therefore, be it Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this meeting, and a copy forwarded to Bro. L. W. Quick, editor, for pub- lication in our journal, and a copy forwarded to the family of our departed brother, with kindest expression of sympathy in the loss of their hus- band and father. Schlaf, C. E. Cross, C. F. Ream, Committee. Relay Division Lines East — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call to the Great Beyond our beloved general chairman, Bro. C. L. Lamb, we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and Whereas, We realize that C. B. & Q. R. R., System Division No. 130, has lost a true friend and faithful leader; therefore, be it Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved ones our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his relatives, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication, and a copy spread on the minutes of this division, to stand in memory of our de- ceased brother, who was ever loyal to our Order. J. F. Carder, R. L. Hale, W. F. Denton, Committee . McCook Division — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased the Supreme Ruler of the universe to call from our midst our esteemed and worthy Bro. C. L. Lamb; therefore, be it Resolved, That C. B. & Q. System Division No. 130 has lost a true and faithful member, and that the members of the McCook Division extend to the afflicted wife and family our heartfelt sym- pathy in this their Hour of bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved wife, and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication, and a copy spread on the minutes of this division. C. R. Hunt, H. M. Sanborn, A. V. Anderson, Committee. Alliance Division — Local Chairman Powell ordered a nice lot of flowers for Bro. Lamb’s funeral, and nearly all the members responded to the call for funds for that purpose. Bro. Lamb was at our Edgemont meeting, on February 1st, and made us an inter- esting talk. It was the first meeting the Dead- wood boys had a chance to attend and they were there in large numbers. Bro. Denton, of Sterling, Neb., is now acting as general chairman, and a business which can not be handled through your local chairman should go -to him at Burlington, Iowa, in care of Bro. Carder. Bro. Delahoyde, Hill City, while on trip to Hot Springs, S. D., and Denver, accompanied by his little girl, was relieved by Extra Agent Bro. Harkleroad. Bro. Harkleroad is now relieving Mr. Skivers, at Pringle, who has been granted a six months' vacation (twice a year) — may joy go with him. As there are no farmers unions up here, the farm- ers will not be disappointed. Bro. Hollenbeck, Rochford, has asked for a vacation to be taken March 25th. Bro. Stevenson, Nahant, is also going to lay off in the near future. Bro. I'errine, agent Marsland, the past two years has resigned to engage in other business. We are sorry to lose him, but wish him suc- cess. He will continue to carry an up-to-date. We appreciate such loyalty and wish we had others like him. Bro. Reynolds has the agent’s desk temporarily, relieved by Miss Scofield on second. Bro. Thuddiuin is on thirty days’ vacation, re- lieved by Mr. Ough, from Whitman. There are several brothers almost delinquent. Now, boys, we need you with us and can not afford to let you become nons. Without co- operation from all we can not succeed in any business. Don’t grow absent-minded. Bro. Gadient, Hot Springs days, is on the sick list. Bro. G. A. Mickle is again on our list of up-to- dates. Bro. Donegan, the oldest agent and telegrapher in the service, rode, on a bitter cold day, in a buggy, sixteen miles and back to attend our Edge- mont meeting, and says he was well paid for his trip, and if business permits he will come again. Bro. Haner walked part of the way from Key stone to Hill City to attend this same meeting. The Alliance Division correspondents arc: Bro. Fitzgerald, Whitman, for the line Alliance Digitized by Google

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486 The Railroad Telegrapher. to Ravenna; Bro. Jerry Davis, Crawford, Neb., for the line from Alliance to Edgemont, and Bro. E. S. Powell, Custer, S. D., for the Dead- wood line. Those who wish to see a good write-up for your division, send in the changes, etc., and help us to make it a success. The meeting at Edgemont, February ist, was quite a success, and we expect to have another one a little later on when the weather moderates. There were twenty-one present that night, and there would have been more had No. 42 been on time, as Bro. Kesinger and others from the Sheridan Division had intended to come. Mr. Gavin was very generous and let every brother go who could get away without any confusion in their tricks. Bro. Graham, first Seneca, bid in Marsland sta- tion. Bro. Sprague, of Alliance relay, who relieved Mr.# Harncall, first Edgemont, on vacation, also relieved Bro. Mackey a few days. I had the pleasure of seeing Bro. Chambers re- cently in Deadwood. He is looking fine and likes the change. It’s a good job and will give him a chance to get to the front. We are glad to see our good, old O. R. T. men landing the best there is in sight. We have been asked to lay off our helpers on the Deadwood line, on account of a general lack of business, but we are not lacking for parcels post business. Div. Cor. Lincoln Division — I want to thank the boys in general for their liberal contribution for a floral design in memory of our worthy general chairman, Bro. C. L. Lamb. The total collection, $18.05, was forwarded to Bro. W. F. Denton, vice-general chairman. While we are still initiating new members, there is still room for improvement. I want to ask the membership in general Jor their help, as it’s im- possible for me to reach them all, and the boys often do not pay much attention to my letters. If you are working with a non-member, talk to him. I am pounding away at them by mail all the time. Recently a good brother came to fmy rescue and talked with a couple I had been after some time, and they are now members. So you see it all helps. I want to thank the brothers who have taken this active part, and hope they will continue to do so. The local chairmen will meet at Omaha on March 12th, to elect general officers, and the mem- bership can rest assured this committee will elect the best man available for general chairman. The work will, of course, be new to him, but, with all contributing their help, he will get along O. K., and the solid-organization work of Division 130 will go on as before. Thanking you all for your support, and with best wishes to you all, I am, Fraternally, P. H. Miller, L. C. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly father to remove from our midst our late worthy and successful general chairman, Bro. C. L. Lamb, and Whereas, It is but just that a fitting recog- nition of his many virtues should be had; there- fore, be it Resolved, By Lincoln Division of Division No. 130, O. R. T., that while we bow in humble sub- mission to the wdll of the Most High, we no less mourn for the brother who has been taken from us; and be it further % Resolved, That in the death of Bro. C. I— Lamb this division mourns the loss of a brother who was ever ready to offer a hand to aid the distressed of this organization, an active member of the Order — whose whole time was given to its work — whose outmost endeavors were exerted for its welfare, and a friend who was dear to us all; and be it further Resolved, That the heartfelt sympathy of this division be extended to his wife in her affliction, a copy of these resolutions be sent to the wife of deceased, and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. p. H. Miller, J. W. Shaw, W. O. Allison, Committee. Lincoln Division Notes — Bros. Foster and Mercier, ^Sutton, are sticking pretty close, so do not be surprised if you read an announcement in the April journal something like the one of Bro. Lannon, at Fairmont. It must be ^catching. Bro. Lannon and wife made a trip to Omaha recently. Bro. Clark, third Kenesaw, was a recent Hast- ings visitor and called on the boys at “GS.” He is contemplating a trip East, visiting old folks and friends. Bro. Chidcster frojn Marquette to first Crete until bid in by Bro. Canfield, from Norman. Mr. Marohn goes to Ashton agency. Bro. Erickson, third “KY” Lincoln, is looking for the man who mailed him the Diamond Dick novel. Bro. Blodgett, third wire chief, had better keep in his hole. Business is good on the Columbus line, and Bro. Tyner, at Staplehert, 'expects to make it solid before long. Bro. R. R. Hargitt, third Cushman, off owing to his parents’ illness, was relieved by a helper and relief phoner. 1*. M. Orell, Exeter tower, bid in third Cobb, relieved by Coleman, helper from Grafton. Bro. B. F. Ragan, extra, Ragan to York. W. Peer, third York, and G. C. Rhodes, nights Emerald, are brand new members, and it’s now Bro. W. G. Weaver, agent Exeter. Welcome, boys. Bro. C. R. Baker, second York, landed a couple of nons this month. Who’s next? Digitized by CjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 487 Assistant Superintendent of Telegraph Vaughan and Mr. Hall, at Lincoln, are the proud parents ol baby boys. Bro. Pcachman recently made a trip to Chicago. He was out until 4 o’clock one morning and lost his January pay check. Bro. Clark, “NI” Lincoln, is selling Omaha land. Bro. Kaney, who relieved Mr. Ost, agent Sew- ard, while on a trip to Florida, also relieved Bro. Blodgett at Ragan pending bulletin. Bro. Herbert, “NI” Lincoln, changed tricks with “A” McGee, who, on account of a bad cold, could not use the phones. Bro. Mueller is at St. Paul relieving. On bulletin: Omaha Division — Agencies — South End, Memphis, Randolph, Lyons and Wan (new). Telegraphers — Pappio, third Havelock and M. P. crossing at Louisville nights. Lincoln Division assignments: L. A. Coleman, Exeter tower; H. E. Waters, Norman, and Bro. E. C. Combs, Huntley, former agent at Randolph on the Omaha Division. Bro. E. B. Wallahan with- drew his bid in favor of Bro. Combs, on account of the latter’s parents living there. That’s brotherly love. Luck to both the brothers. Bro. Shaw, first “GS” Hastings, bids you one and all a kind farewell, leaving here March 1st for fourteen months’ solitary confinement in the wilds of Montana on a homestead. The glad hand will be extended to you if you wish to come out and visit during the hot months this summer. He will have everything to make it a pleasant trip, except the “cold ones;’’ you can bring them along. J. W. Siiaw, Cert. 1471- Sheridan Division — The boys from this division all responded nobly to the call for floral and funeral offerings, and we sent $30 to Bro. Carder to help cover expenses, etc. We wish to “{hank every brother who con- tributed to this fund. Surely, you couldn’t have placed it to better advantage. The time has come to choose a new local chair- man, my term expiring the last of this month. We have three good men running for the posi- tion— Bro. Young, at Wyola; Bro. Pollard, at Newcastle, and Bro. McKerchar, at Gillette. I hope you will give the new chairman all the sup- port you can in his work, and send in items for our journal. The actual raise on our schedule was small, but our conditions have been somewhat bettered, and we didn’t have to levy any extra assessments to pay for our delegates at Chicago. The money was spread over the division to the very best advantage, and we did very well when we think of what the other reads got. I wish to thank all the brothers who have helped me in my work as local chairman, and will turn my work over to the new man with all the help I can give him. Yours fraternally, W. E. Kesinger. Sheridan Division Notes — Bro. Pulver, from the N. P., is relieving Mr. Sullenger on third Arvada for thirty days’ vaca- tion. We hope Bro. Pulver will stay with us. We need all the brothers we can get, even if oui family is a large one. Sullenger has been at Arvada six months, but could not be induced to join. Sister Clare E. Shaughnessy, from Basin, who relieved our old pal “Rusty” at Ulm, will probably soon relieve the agent at Lodge Grass for thirty days. Bro. F. L. Arnold, of Parkham, while in Sheri- dan on business, was relieved by Mrs. Murphy. Alger was one of the jobs raised in the last schedule, and they are fairly well paid now. Bro. Gordon bid in Ionia nights, but his bid was lost in the mail carried by freight train and never reached Mr. Johnson’s office. Mr. Murphy, who got the job, later relinquished his rights and will bid in some other job. Mr. Engstrom, from the branch, bid in the job when it was bulletined again, Bro. Gordon losing out on account of Mr. Engstrom’s seniority. The matter has been taken up with our general chairman to adjust, and we hope Bro. Gordon will be awarded the position. He is one of our ^ost enthusiastic brothers, and will get a square deal. Our new brother, Ralph Owen, is at Corinth. He has his family there now and is happy. Bro. Wham decided to stay at Ranchester on account of the good school there for his children. We are glad to hear that Bro. Art Bertel’s wife, at Ranchester, is in good health again. They have had quite a siege of bad luck. Div. Cor. McCook Diiision — I wish to thank the brothers and some who do not belong for the contribution from this divi- sion to defray the funeral expenses of our late brother, General Chairman C. L. Lamb. We col- lected $41.50 among the road men on this division. I wish also to thank you all for the hearty support you have given me in doing the work on division in the past few months, in which I have been filling out Bro. Anderson’s term, and for your undivided appreciation in putting me in as local chairman and delegate for the coming two years. I will assist one and all to the best of my ability, and ask the same of each of you. If we will work together, the O. R. T. will prosper as it never has before. A new general chairman has been elected, and I hope one and all will assist him in carrying on the work that Bro. Lamb so nobly began. It is impossible to increase our membership as much in the future as in the past, because we are now so near solid, but be sure the man you are work- ing with has an up-to-date card. If not, get him lined up, as the only way we can hope to secure anything is to be organized at all times up to the limit. Bro. E. P. Sweeney and wife were Denver vis- itors recently between trains. Bro. R. O. Young and wife were also recent Denver visitors. t Digitized by Google

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488 The Railroad Telegrapher. Sister Minnie Mathis, on vacation visiting home folks in Texas, was relieved by Mr. Hardesty. Bro. H. C. Byers, agent Keensburg, off a few days recently, was relieved by S. H. Cole, who also relieved F. A. Bullock on second Brush re- cently, while off a few days visiting home folks. These good men should be lined up in the Order, boys. Keep after them. Paul Jones, Benklemen second, landed a bank examiner’s job for the State of Nebraska. He was relieved by Bro. C. R. Bauer pending bul- letin. Mr. Reese, agent Imperial, off on account of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Kapser. Bro. Manning relieved Mr. Glenn at Parks, and also relieved Bro. Sullivan at Keensburg. Bro. Curran returned to Haigler third, and Bro. Freeman relieved Bro. Westmoreland at Roggen, while he relieved Bro. Morgan, the agent, on vacation. Bro. Campbell returned to Eckley third, and Bro. Freeman, who was relieving him, went to Yuma third pending bulletin. Bro. Chapin, agent Otis, on vacation taking in the sights out West, was relieved by Bro. Hoff- nagle. Bro. Hanks is on first Akron, and Bro. Knopp on second, Bro. Kramer acting as agent until a regular man is assigned. Bro. C. M. Byrd assigned second Yuma; F. A. Bullock, second Benklemen, and S. G. Mitchell, third Yuma. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has seemed well to Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to take unto Himself the little daughter of Bro. W. H. Harris, and Whereas, In full realization of his great loss, we feel unable to find words to express and con- sole him, but point him to Almighty God, our Creator and ever-ready Comforter; therefore be it Resolved, That we, his brothers and co-workers on Division 130, bow in humble submission to. the power over which we have no control, and extend to him, the bereaved brother, our heartfelt sym- pathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent* to the bereaved brother, a copy to The Telegrapher, and a copy spread upon the minutes of this division. C. R. Hunt, O. B. Jordan, A. V. Anderson, Committee. St. Joseph Division — The floral design sent for Bro. Lamb’s funeral by this division was very beautiful. All members and some who were not members contributed very liberally, including those in the relay office at St. Joe, on the main line and on all the branches except in “KO” office, Kansas City. The paper was left in that office all day, but they refused to donate anything to the fund. We thank Con- ductors Perry Andrew and Frank Marshall for circulating the paper, taking charge of the funds and turning them over to the proper officials. We have a picture of the design, which we hope to have printed in the journal in connection with our write-up. Boys, we should all pay up our dues and give our new general chairman all the support we can, so that he can keep up the good work of our former chairman. The passenger depot at Hamburg was destroyed by fire recently and everything burned, including Local Chairman Arnold’s letters and records. Any brother having written him and received no an- swer, please mail him a duplicate. Bro. Frivett, agent Parkville, was knocked down by U. S. mail thrown from train No. 21 while banding up a clearance card. He had several teeth knocked out and was otherwise injured. Bro. Ockerman, from “C” office, dispatched trains a few days while Chief Dispatcher Brown was attending court. Bro. W. R. Armstrong, agent Amazonia, on a week’s vacation, was relieved by Bro. C. C. Lee, and he by Bro. C. G. Conard. Bro. P. A. Fcwson, extra agent, relieved A. W. Bender, agent Tarkio, on vacation, also Bro. L. J. Millen, agent Coin, while visiting friends in Wis- consin, and Bro. R. C. Stewart, agent Westboro, visiting a few days in Ridgeway. Bro. C. G. Conard, from Amazonia, is on vaca- tion. Bro. R. K. Thomas, third Forbes, went to first Block 82, C. L. O’Hara to second and Mr. McLez to third. Mr. Rudisill went to Block 82 one night, and Bro. Potter and Mr. Morgan had to work twelve hours each covering third Forbes. Bro. Orr, of Bethany, was in Kansas City re- cently, owing to a death in the family. It is now Bro. O. Whallen, at Armour. C. C. Jacobs, third Amazonia, resigned, relieved by Mr. Carson, from Bcc Creek Jet., Santa F'e. Bro. 1). W. Conine, agent Fairfax, is on two months’ vacation to California, relieved by Bro. T. A. Pearce, relieved at Phelps by Bro. W. E. Ilale. Bro. E. O. Howes, Clarinda, is visiting in the West, relieved by J. E. Summers. R. B. Stewart, agent Union Star, has resigned to take up the insurance business. The St. Joseph O. R. T. Club meeting on Febru- ary 15th was postponed on account of Bro. Lamb’s funeral being held on that date. We hope the brothers will arrange to attend these O. R. T. meetings in St. Joseph on our regular meeting night, the fifteenth of each month. If you attend one of them you will not miss the next one. We thank Bro. R. S. Stewart, of Westboro, and Bro. Ockerman, of “C” office, for assistance in this wrrte-up. If the brothers cn the line would show the interest in our monthly write-up that Bro. Ockerman does, we would have a good one each month. Cert. 1227. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Raii.roai) Telegrapher. 489 Aurora Division — On account of the sudden death of General Chairman Lamb, the meeting at Mendota for February 15th was called off. Bro. E. F. Todd, local chairman, attended Bro. Lamb’s funeral, at Murray, Iowa, on February 16th, relieved by A. G. Ranger. Bro. Battershell, Rochelle; Bro. Duck, of Oregon; Bro. J. A. Newman, first vice-president, and Bro. G. Dal Jones, of Chicago, attended the meeting at Aurora, January i8tb. Bro. Ed. Riegel, Mendota interlocker tower, has been very low with typhoid fever. When able to return he will resume work on first trick, being reinstated a few weeks ago. Bro. Stonebcrg, former second tricker Somo- nauk tower, v^as calling in Somonauk recently. F. Lind bid in second and Bro. D. H. Miller third “MS” Mendota. R. T. Short bid in second Polo. E. R. Me- Knight, who won Somonauk tower, later with- drew' and Bro. A. W. Roby, second bidder, got it. Bro. W. Lieber bid in second Tampico. Bro. G. A. Rousterholtz won second Plano, and E. R. Me Knight got Downer’s Grove days. Chadwick, bulletined in error. Bro. Chas. Fowler won second Stradford. Bro. W. Lieber won third Big Cut. Bro. L. D. Jones won second Sugar Grove. Bro. C. O. Anglemeyer won second and Bro. R. B. McGuire third Zearing. L. J. Floum. new man, won second Oregon. Bro. H. M. Kautt. Downer’s Grove days, bid in Yorkville agency. G. W. Jackson won Hazelhurst agency and T. C. Wilson, Fox River branch, won Kasbeer agency. Pro. A. W. Roby, who won second Somonauk. was relieved by Mr. N. C. Weaver, of Wyanet. Bro. R. B. McGuire, relieving on first Streator, was relieved on Zearing second by Mr. Sedgwick, of the “Big Four.” Bro. Mclnturf, Zearing yardmaster, will have to crawl out of the hay an hour and a half earlier each morning now, owing to the change of hours at Malden. Cert. 14. . IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to re move from our midst our beloved brother, H. S. Platt; therefore, be it Resolved, That while we bow in humble sub mission to His will, we can but express our deep sorrow in the loss sustained; and be it further Resolved, By the members of the Aurora Divi- sion, of System Division No. 130, that we extend to the bereaved family our earnest sympathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. E. F. Todd, A. P. Lacure, James S kelly. Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas It has been the will of our heavenly Father to remove from his home on this earth the beloved son of our esteemed brother, L. C. Sprinkle; therefore, be it % Resolved, That Aurora Division, of System Divi- sion No. 130, C. B. & Q. Ry., extend to our brother and family our sincere sympathy and grief in their loss; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. E. F. Todd, C. M. Salander. L. M. Long, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Walnut, III., Feb. 2, 1913. To the Members of Aurora Division: Dear Brothers — We desire to tender our sin- cere thanks for the beautiful floral design sent us during our sad bereavement, in the loss of our son Ivan, by the Aurora Division brothers, and we also want to thank Bros. Daily, Marnil, Mil- ler, Bodine and Langford for their beautiful floral emblems. Yours fraternally, Bro. L. C. Sprinkle and Family. CARD OF THANKS. Aurora, III., Jan. 30, 1913. My mother and myself wish to express our sincere thanks to the brothers and others who contributed during my sickness and our time of need. II. II. Jewell, Cert. 2642. Ottumzca Division Notes — Bro. W. A. Stroup, agent Dudley, off s.ck with typhoid fever several weeks, was relieved by Bro. J. M. Browne. Bro. and Mrs. O. V. Dowlin, of West Burling ton, are on an extended vacation to San Francisco and western points, relieved by Bro. Lister, from the Creston Division. Bro. C. D. Foltz, agent New London, off, ow- ing to the illness of his mother, was relieved by Bro. Colleen, of second trick, and he by Bro. J. M. Stevenson, returned from the U. P. Bro. G. F. Kennedy, second Fairfield, off with typhoid fever, was relieved by Bro. C. W. Small. Bro. J. B. McKenna, agent Cameron, 111., off a few days recently owing to sickness in his family, was relieved by Bro. J. L. Stafford, of second, and he by Mr. Shantou, a new man from the Lake Shore. Bro. E. W\ Decker, third Mt. Pleasant, is on an extended vacation, relieved by Mr. Browning from the R. I. Bro. L. L. Lipps, second Lockridge, relieved Bro. Brand as agent while attending the funeral of Bro. Lamb, at Red Oak. It was necessary to close Beckwith second and bring Bro. Hayes to Digitized by c.ooQle

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490 Tiie Railroad Telegrapher. second Lockridge to let Bro. Brand get away, on account of the shortage of men. Bro. Morrison, of Osceola third, and Bro. Sense, of Batavia third, also attended the funeral of Bro. Lamb. # Bro. J. M. Browne goes from Dudley third t » Thayer third; Bro. McBride from Osceola second to Albia first; Bro. Stover from agent Lucas to Osceola second; Bro. Gustavison from Albia second to Ottumwa “UK” third, and Bro. Little ton from agent Maxon to Albia second on bid;. Any who have not paid their dues for the present term should pay up at once and save the work of your officers in/ sending out stcond notices and correspondence. We wish every man on the system could have been present at the funeral of Bro. Lamb and seen the respect shown, as we think all would have resolved to never be without a card and always be up to date. Let us remember when we are paying out our money for dues we are not only helping ourselves but our fellow men. After all it’s not so much what we do for ourselves as what we do for humanity as a whole that counts in this world. Keep the broader things in view and pass aside the nar- row visions. With best wishes for your continued success, I am, Fraternally yours, E. A. Brand, L. C. Galesburg Division, Peoria Branch — • The meeting at Peoria, on February 23d, was a success in every particular. The members arrived on No. 18, and after eating dinner at the Regis Hotel proceeded to the Burlington local office, sixteen members strong. Bro. Graves was chosen chairman of the meet- ing, and contributed a short talk, telling the members of the phenomenal growth of the Gales- burg Division during the past few months. Bro. Carder then delivered an entertaining ad- dress full of facts. His remarks concerning the growth of the Order and the benefit of our schedule were both interesting and pleasing and was thoroughly enjoyed. Bro. Denton, acting general chairman, was the next speaker, and his talk was of great value to all who heard him. He spoke of the time, twenty- three years ago, when positions were paying $30 and $35, which now pay $64 and $75, showing any fair-minded person that the O. R. T. was the cause of the difference, although some of the non- members seem to be unable to see any good in our organization. One of the most important things he mentioned was the fact that our schedule does a double duty, being a protection to the com- pany as well as the employes. He urged the members to bear in mind the fact that our schedule does not protect us when we sleep on duty or in failing to do our duty in any other respect. Bro. Hasselbacher, Yates City, one of the pio- neers of the service, spoke upon the conditions twenty-five years ago. Quite a number of the younger members, as well as myself, were greatly surprised to learn that he was forced to work a heavy station for $30 a month, from twelve to sixteen hours every day. He paid a grand trib- ute to the men who have charge of our affairs, emphasizing the fact that the proper men were caring ^for our interests, and wuile it would ta*ce a good deal of hard work, that in due time we would receive the same consideration accorded other branches of organized labor engaged in rail- road work. Tf those wh<* are unfriendly to us and are not giving us their moral and financiar assistance could have listened to Bro. Hassel- bacher’s plea for solid organization and his re- marks concerning the good which it has done and will do, there would not be any drawbacks (such as non-members) in our campaign for a larger membership. Bro. McNeff, from the “Big Four,” also de- livered an interesting address, which was very much enjoyed. Bro. England told the boys of affairs when he first began telegraphing, and the bitter fight which the officials waged against the men who wore the button. Present circumstances would suggest that the laugh is on some one. We wonder who? Bros. Murphy, Stevens, Farris, Walker, Stenegle, Keck, Antrim, Sisson and Bowers made short talks, which served to make the meeting one of the best which has been held on our division. Peoria will continue to be a permanent meet- ing point, taking its turn every fifth month with the four others. A cordial invitation is extended to all of the members of the different roads run- ning into Peoria to come around and get ac- quainted. We are interested in each other, and our next meeting should be held jointly with the “Big Four” or the members of any other road who desire to contribute their help. Among those present were: F. J. Graves, local chairman; D. G. Rixey, assistant local chairman; J. F. Carder, general secretary and treasurer; W. F. Denton, acting general chairman; Wm. Sisson, R. R. Murphy and A. D. Farris, Peoria, 111.; R. B. Bowers, Maquon, 111.; J. B. England, Elmwood, HI.; L. F. Antrim, Oak Hill, 111.; Z. C. Keck, Knoxvile, 111.; A. N. Stenegele, Edwards, III.; C. E. Walker, Galesburg, 111.; H. A. Stevens and S. P. Hasselbacher, Yates City, 111., and A. C. McNeff, Peoria, 111., “Big Four,” Division No. 138. Bro. A. X. Stenegle, of Edwards, enjoyed a few days’ vacation, relieved by Bro. Duncan, third Gilson. Bro. Leo Antrim, Oak Hill, who has been quite ill for the past three months, we are glad to state will soon be able to resume work. Gilson is no longer a continuous office, first and recond tricks have been closed, Mr. Kiddoo going to third St. David, and Bro. Duncan drew Maquon second. In 1910 when our schedule, secured through the efforts of the O. R. T., was put into effect, three positions were raised on the Peoria branch $1 each. This represented the whole branch, over twenty positions. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 491 Rushville. The men there, who have failed so far to give us their assistance and support, were not recognized in our last wage scale with increases in their salaries. Most of you have grown old in the service of the company and understand the progress and the change of working conditions in favor of the telegraphers. Surely you can no* overlook the opportunity to make the investment of the small sum of $10 when it will return to you $96 at year, as in the case of Yates City, a total amount of $86 after deducting the principal. We present this matter for your consideration and good judgment and you may rest assured that what can be done for the Peoria branch can be done for you. It is now Bro. E. L. Hendricks, at Ipava, one of the “old-timers” in the service and an addition to our membership, which will be of great benefit to us. Mr. Duffy, acting agent at Gilson, says he will be with us soon. D. G. R., Cert. 928. Galesburg Division, North End Bro. Antith, second Aepha, while off visiting relatives in Colorado, was relieved by A. C. Hen- dericks, from the Santa Fe, who later relieved Bro. Eiker, third Aepha, off a week with quinsy and grip. F. A. Nelson, extra, bid in Joy agency, vice Mr. Kiddo, resigned to go farming. Bro. C. A. Lindell, third Orion, visited home friends and relatives in Woodhull recently. Understand there is to be a marriage on the “north end” soon. There will probably be several vacancies up this way shortly, as several of the boys propose resign- ing to enter other business. Bro. Wood, Fenton, bid in Colmar, but as he could not secure a house gave it up. He was re- lieved at Fenton by Bro. Jones, of Erie, now visit- ing home folks in Missouri. An extra trick was put on at Denrock for winter, with Bro. Finch on first and Bro. Cope, a new man from U. P., on third. It is now Bro. Eighnis, who relieved Bro. Nason at Plum River tower, while off a few days col- lecting taxes. L. A. A., E. A. T. and S. M. C. Galesburg Division, South End — None of the brothers sent in any items for this write-up. Bro. F. W. Denton, assistant general chairman, is acting general chairman, on account of the death of Bro. Lamb. Headquarters at Burlington, in care of the general secretary and treasurer’s office. V. E. Palmer bid in Colmar agency; G. M. Adams, third Augusta; R. E. Jordan, first Portal tower; W. V. Sage, first Aledo; Floyd Everett, third Terminal Jet., and A. H. LaPointe, second. They are all just waiting for the papers. Brothers, in this territory, get busy. Bro. Brothers met with such a very painful acci- dent, nearly breaking his arm, that he can not use his mill. We hope for his speedy recovery. Those not attending the meeting at Peoria, Feb- ruary 23d, missed one of the best yet. Don’t for- get that the Peoria branch is a bunch of live wires. They get your money and you sign the papers as soon as you light over there. G. A. Reynolds has resumed at Castleton, after several months’ absence on account of ill health. Delinquent brothers, remember that your sixty- day limit is up. Procrastination is a bad policy. Don’t forget the big meeting at Galesburg, Satur- day night, April 19th. Aurora Division members are invited. Cert. 492. Brookfield Division — The time is soon coming when the motto “No card, no favors” will be strictly enforced. Al- though this division is well organized, there are yet a few who refuse to join the O. R. T., but always have their hand out for any increase in salary, and unblushingly take the many comforts that the O. R. T. has secured along social and domestic lines, letting the other fellow pay for it — a “human leech,” living upon the substance that belongs to others. There is only one way to deal with these fellows, and that is to extend them no favors. Quite a number of new men are coming here from time to time, and the first thing the “old heads” should do is to get them in line. Explain to them the benefits of the O. R. T., and nine out of ten will readily give you their application. Don’t try to bully them. If you run across a fel- low you can’t handle, notify the local chairman or assistant, whichever is handier, and let them try their hand. We want every telegrapher in line. Every member on the division should see that his own station is solid, and then go after the other fellow. Third Lentner was bid in by H. Wright, and Bro. Dobyns secured Ely agency. The position of ticket clerk at Liberty has been abolished on account of the new electric line get- ting the Kansas City passenger business. Hugh Ridings, the agent, has been made extra agent. Bro. William Stevens, third Palmyra Jet., was off several days visiting home folks at Turney before their departure for California. He also visited with friends at Cameron, relieved by P. Mathews. E. H. Herriman, second Mooresville, off a few days, was relieved by Extra Naugle. The automobile show and other attractions in Kansas City made the ticket business very heavy during February. Bro. Rowell, agent St. Catherine, while off attending the funeral of a relative, was relieved by Bro. McIntosh. Bro. Hughes, second Callao, off a few days, was relieved by Extra Heller. Bro. Arch Riese, first Macon, has gone to Kan- sas City as ticket seller. Extra Mahoney is on third. C. S. Shoup, of Hamilton, was a recent Brook- field visitor, relieved by W. N. Naugle, w'ho also relieved D. F. Smith, third Kidder, several days, Digitized by Google

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492 The Railroad Telegrapher. and later relieved A. G. Mathews, third Hamilton, while off on account of the illness of his mother at Sumner, Mo. Joe Grimes, assistant agent at Hamilton, was on the sick list the latter part of February. Harry Smith, agent Nettleton, on vacation, was relieved by “Pete” Holt, of second, and he by M. P. Holt. W. H. W. Omaha Division, Lines West — Some time ago it was mentioned in the notes from this division that it was Bro. Baker at Page, but he failed to keep his promise even after he filled out the papers; but he did not refuse the $3 raise we got for him. Mr. Enlow, at Dixon, took offense at our men- tion of his State agency for the novelty known as “a wonderful ink remover.” Queer how some of these nons take things to heart. All the extra men used during the ice rush have been laid off. Bro. Combs bid in Huntley, and Bro. Gilbert bid in Wann. There were five applicants for Wann. Bro. Smith is on a short vacation. Bro. Benn, at Breslau, has been under the weather for some time. Bro. Coffield spent Sunday with folks at O’Neill recently. Bro. Karns, of Nickerson, had a touch of the chills a short time ago. Bro. Downey looked over the Randolph job, but it did not suit him. Bro. Eastlick, of O’Neill, visited his folks at Plainview recently. Bro. West, of South Omaha, has decided to move to the country, and is making application for each station bulletined. Cert. 1350. Creston Division — Bro. R. L. Hale, first Malvern, has returned from an enjoyable thirty-day vacation South. C. W. Roberts went from third Malvern to thira Prescott, later to second Glenwood, relieving Mr. Rush, who relieved Bro. Huntsman on first, later bidding in Emerson agency. Bro. S. T. Spencer, agent Malvern, on a trip to Texas, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Hale, and he on first by Bro. R. M. Walkley, relieved on second by Bro. W. D. Bar- kus, and he on third by Mr. Bailey, from Gris- wolds Bro. Nichols, a new man, is on first Balfour. Bro. O. E. Beach, agent McPherson, relieved Agent Emerson for ten days, and then bid in Prescott agency, relieved at McPherson agency by Bro. J. L. Corsiglia, of second there, and he by Mr. Miller, a new man, who later resigned, re- lieved by Mr. McVey, another new inan. Bro. John Schoenborn, second McPherson, has resigned and gone with the M. K. & T. in Texas. Bro. Ernest White, second Prescott, on the sick list, was relieved by Mr. Nichols, a new man. Third there was opened by C. W. Roberts, who later went to second Glenwood, relieved by Mr. • Philhawer, a new man. Mr. Powers, agent Pres- cott, bid in Corning second. Bro. D. W. Conine, agent Fairfax, St. Joe Division, is off three months, on account of his wufe’s health. She went to California for the winter, Bro. Conine joining her after spending a few days with his father at Murray, Iowa. O. E. B., Cert. 2690. Hannibal Division, South End - Bro. Gilmore, McIntosh days, on vacation, was relieved by Clint McCall, from Saverton. Bro. Estus, McIntosh nights, while off with an attack of mumps, was relieved by Mr. Gist, from Saver- ton, who also relieved Mr. Truitt. Bro. G. R. Marks, second Louisiana, off with tonsilitis and rheumatism, was relieved by B. A. Truitt, also from Saverton. Bro. Roy Gilbert, Reading nights, off with an attack of grippe, was relieved by Mr. Chitman, who also relieved Bro. Loudell, third Ashbum, while off on account of a visit by the stork. Late additions to* the Order on this end are: Beck, Machens, Drayman and Miss Opal Hub- bard, all of Orchard Farm, and Frank, of Finua. We arc all glad, indeed, to have them with us. This makes Machcns and Orchard Farm solid. Bro. W. E. Long, agent New Truxton, bid in Belleflower agency, relieved at Truxton agency by Bro. Hackamack, agent Peruque, on bid, re- lieved by Bro. Hal Neece, second Peruque, pend- ing bulletin. Otto Hubbard, who recently bid in Firma, re- signed, relieved by Bro. Frank. Mr. Wilburn, Belleflower nights, bid in Peruque agency, and the former is now on bulletin. Div. Cor. Burlington Division — Bro. J. M. Miller, agent Crawfordsville, is ship- ping bis goods to Sumatra, Mont., and will try farming on his claim near there. Wc would rather spare some of the nons than to lose Bro. Miller, but we wish him success. Bro. G. W. Manussier bid in Craw'fordsville agency, relieved at Woolson by Bro. J. L. Clark until bid in by Bro. A. R. Davidson, relieved at Winfield by F. E. Werner pending bulletin. F. E. Osborne, relieved at Carthage by A. R. Friend, bid in Lomax, relieving Bro. F. L. Car- lisle, extra. Bro. J. F. Frain went to Red Oak the night of February 15th and attended the funeral of Bro. C. L. Lamb, at Murray, Sunday afternoon. Cert. 8. Beardstown Division — Winchester third has been opened with Bro. Elkington in charge, and Greenfield third with Mr. Hunderson in charge. Bro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 493 Jack Line — Logan Yowell bid in Litchfield, relieved by John Cole, Jr., at Girard. Bro. G. A. Dameron drew Keysport agency, vice Mr. Lizzie, who took second and Mr. Hest?r third. H. V. Spanhowr, pending bulletin, relieved on second Litchfield by L. A. Losson, of Brookfield Division. Bro. J. H. Mann is back on third Litchfield. Eddie Gamier, third trick dispatcher, was cal’ed to Centralia on account of his grandfather’s death, Joe Norvell relieving him. Boys, send some items for Beardstown divi sion and the old Jack Line, and try to get the nons you work with to join the O. R. T.; don’t take no for an answer. Remember, "No card, no favors.” Cert. 504 Relay Division Lines East — During the first part of January the Chicago general offices were moved into the new 15-story structure at 547 West Jackson boulevard, owned and occupied exclusively by the C. B. & Q., and is considered one of the best of its kind in the country. The telegraph office, located on the first floor, is up to date in every respect and affords sufficient space to work forty- four operators. All the electrical equipment is of the latest des;gn and strictly first-class and nothing has been left undone for convenience in the prompt handling of business. After the* close- of the present election there will be but one local chairman for the* entire Relay division, who will handle all grievances for lines east and west. There arc two eandidates out for local chair- man. Regardless of who the choice may be, give him your full support in all matters pertaining to the organization, which is the duty of every member. • I wish to thank you for your co-operation in the past which has brought about nearly a solid division on lines east, but our duty will not be fulfilled until we have reached the 100 per cent mark. If every member will take an interest and get in the few nons left we can accomp'ish the desired result within a short time. Educate them along the lines of organization. It’s nothing mo e or less than lack of education that’s responsible for their being nons. Bro. Clendenin, from Alliance, visited ‘‘GO” re- cently, shaking hands with the boys and passing around a box of good cigars. Through an error in the January number Mr. Hull, at Aurora, was referred to as “Brother.” Bro. Flanagan, of La Crosse, was in Chicago on business recently. The new rate which went into effect January ist, is $1.50 more than the old one. For future reference cut out the following and paste it on a card: January and July, $11.00; February and Au- gust, $10.20; March and September, $9.35; April and October $8.50, May and November, $7.70; June and December, $6.85. The above table is computed on a dues basis of $5.00 semi-annually and includes the $1.00 application fee to the mutual benefit depa*tment; the insurance rates will be found in each issue of The Telegrapher under the report of the Mutual Benefit Department. J. J. Rose. Chicago Terminal Division — The new schedule is now in effect and every one is satisfied with the w*ork of the committee. Every member of the Order received an increase on this division as well as some of the nons. Robey St. tower is now solid O. R. T., as it is now Bro. Summers there. A hand car on which Bro. Wegener was riding was struck by a passenger train at Crawford, but he fortunately escaped uninjured. Bro. Bansback, first Canal St., was relieved by Bro. Gust, while attending his brother’s funeral. Bro. Bansback has our sympathy. W. Lymangood has resumed at Ashland Ave. after a month’s illness. Bro. Gannon, second Hawthorne, attended the annual ball of the Thir- teenth St. Club, relieved by J. II. Munson, who also relieved Bro. Peters, when called to Moline owing to the death of a relative. Bro. Murphy, Canal St., was relieved while on a visit East during the holidays by Bro. Gust, of Kedzie Ave., relieved by Bro. Wegener. Bro. Murphy has just resumed work again after a short illness. We now have only three 110ns on this division one of whom promises to join in the near fu ure. Any news items for the journal should be given to the local chairman or the division correspond- ent, so we can have a write-up each month. Div. Cor. Atlantic Coast Line R. R. IVaycross District — C. G. Vanlandingham, from the Savannah Dis- trict, and Mr. Shearer, from the A. B. & A., are now at “FN” Waycross; C. B. Jackson, a new man, at Alapaha; E. W. White, at Hardaway agency, pending bulletin, vice Bro. Beecher, gone to Alapaha, and Bro. J. M. Roberts, at Kirkland agency, pending bulletin, vice Mr. J. B. White, gone to the third division. Bro. Curry is relieving the dispatchers while they go over the road. Bro. Hack, from “FN,” relieving him in the dispatcher's office on second Savannah. “FN” Waycross first and second, Albany s^ond and third. Valdosta third and Argyle agency are now on bulletin. Dispatcher McLeod has our sympathy owing to the death of his mother. We can have but one mother, and her loss to him is great indeed. Brothers, watch the wires and see that your key is not left open or the ground left on. I know that no one would leave his key open or Digitized by Google

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494 . The Railroad Telegrapher. ground the wire knowingly. When you find that your key has accidentally been left open or a ground put on for test, forgotten, have no fear of getting into trouble when I ask you to close the key or take the ground off. I do so since handling the wires over here in order Xo locate the trouble before the W. U. chief finds where it is and makes a report of it to both his district superintendent and our superintendent of tele- graph, which means some papers for you to an- swer. If the brothers will do what I tell them when tracing for an open wire, we will soon have very little, if any, of it to trouble us. Our committee, if not now in Wilmington try- ing to get a new schedule, will soon be there, and I know that it will have the solid backing of every man on this district. You brothers working with the new men, get them lined up. Don’t leave it for someone else to do. When working with Bro. Sasser or my- self each day, if there are any changes made in your office, tell us about them and if the parties are members, etc., so we can have a good write- up eacli month and know where the non-members are, and then help us get this district solid. The little son of Conductor A. E. Perry, who had both his legs cut off while playing around the depot and yard at Dupont, died the next ^morn- ing in the Waycross hospital. The brother has our heartfelt sympathy in his trouble. He is a good friend of our Order and has helped us in many ways in carrying on the cause of a solid union. A. L. Pixley, Div Cor. Big Four R. R. Bro. Reynolds has taken the third trick dis- patcher’s job at “DI.” Bro. Soil, third Crestline, resigned, relieved by Telegrapher Todbunter. Bro. Dutton is now agent at Agosta, relieved by Mr. Manning. Bro. Knapp and son worked twelve hours a few days on account of Mr. Cleveland being sick. Bro. Snowberger, second leverman Shelby, was off a few days sick. Bro. Cramlet and Mr. Smith doubling. Bro. Greetham, Huff, was off a few days, re- lieved by Mr. Edwards. The local chairman and brothers wish to offer their heartfelt sympathy to Bro. Pearl Ford, owing to the death of his mother. Bro. Artz, Columbia, passed the cigars around before he went on his honeymoon. Congratu- lations. The meeting at Cleveland, February nth, was well attended, but we hope to get more of the brothers to come out to these meetings. #They will be repaid many times for doing so by hearing some of the talks from the visiting brothers. Cert. 1123. St. Louis Division East — At the last regular meeting at Paris, I was appointed division correspondent, vice Bro. J, A. Taflinger, resigned. Please send me all the news items you possibly can by the 20th of each month, in care “Big Four” depot, Terre Haute. I trust the boys will do this, as it is impossible for one man to get the news from all over the division. Nothing shows up better for a division than a write-up of some kind. With your assistance I will try and give you one each month. G. C Weber. It is now Bro. G. C. Parrott, on second Duane, which we are all glad to hear. Bro. G. C. Weber, third Weaver, relieved by H. Goodwin, Jr., relieved by Bro. Edw. Whalen, first Duane, after spending a few days with home folks, Bro. Whalen going to the Cincinnati and Cairo Division Grievance Committee. I understand he won the grievance for the Cincinnati Division, but haven’t heard the outcome on the Cairo Divi- sion. Bro. R. F. Sexton is planning for a visit East Brothers, you are sure missing some good meet- ings at Paris as well as the good eats we have occasionally. Try and arrange your social dates so they won’t fall on the date of the meetings. The more the merrier. Bro. W. W. Williams spent a few days around Indianapolis, relieved by Mr. Hewitt. O. E. Roach bid in second Sunnyside, and Bro. J. P. Parrott, second Sandford, bid in second Car- bon. This leaves second Sandford the only office on bulletin. Cert. 981. Grand Rapids & Indiana Ry. Northern Division — Wish you boys would let me know of any changes at your station or any other news by the 20th of the month, so we will be in time. D. C. Ketchum, telegrapher Manton, off a few days, relieved by Bro. S. J. Smith, “MO” siding, relieved by Mr. Campbeu, helper at Manton. Bruce Holmes, second Pellston, now on third Howard City, relieved by Mr. Stephenson, a new man. Since Mr. Linton’s death the division operator’s work is being handled by the superintendent’s office. It is not known yet who will secure the vacancy. Bro. C. O. Babcock has returned to “FN” sid- ing nights, from third Kalkaska. C. A. Runk has returned to first Kalkaska after being sick a long time, relieved by Mr. Ames of second. Mr. Albright is on second Walton Junction, vice Mr. Birum, resigned, now with the P. M. at Kaleva. One man has been taken off “P” office, Petoskey. Agent Phelps is now on first and Mr. Thomas and Mr. Bowman on second and third respectively. Bro. L. L. AVright, who was taken off, went to the M. C. at Detroit. Agent J. M. Tyrrell, South Boardman, off sick, relieved by Relief Agent H. A. Thomas. Bro. W. A. Gates is back on “K,M Reed City first, and Extra Dispatcher D. W. Thorne is again Digitized by C,ooQle

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495 * The Railroad Telegrapher. on third “GN,” Grand Rapids, after relieving Dis- patcher Boulard on vacation. Bro. Grant Reed, second “KS” tower, was at home in Bay Shore recently. Mr. Neil son is on second “FA," Boyne Falls, vice Mr. Hill, who gets the cashiership, vice Mr. Cross, who is on first there, and C. H. Daley is on third, relieved as helper at Levering by Mr. Holbrook, helper from Alansan. * Bros. L. B. and C. O. Babcock, Kegomic, and 4‘FN” siding, respectively, were off a few days on account of the death of their brother-in-law at Harbor Springs. Mr. Shue relieved at “FN” sid- ing, and Kegomic was closed during Bro. Bab- cock’s absence. Bro. S. J. Smith, relieved at “MO” siding by Mr. Campbell, is now on “GI,” Manton days, vice Mr. Ketchum, gone to Lansing. Boys, send in your dues, there is no reason for not being up-to-date now after getting that raise, making it a $60 minimum for telegraphers. This should also be an inducement for the nons to line-up also and show their respect, anyway. Get after that feuow again if he hasn’t “come across” yet, and get him floating the right colors. Show $he company that the O. R. T. boys are the ones who can be depended upon, and don't let “DS” call too much. Business is very good, and telegraphers are scarce. Mr. Bailey, a new man, is on second Howard City. Boys, look after that fellow next to you without a card, and get him in the fold, as we need him. If you need any help you know where you can get it. If he won’t come across, remember our slogan, “No card, no favors.” and use it to the limit. If every member will get another this year, we should have a pretty good showing by the end of the year. Get busy. “23.” Ft. Worth & Denver City Ry. A meeting was held in Childress on February 23d, and quite a large amount of business trans- acted. Ballots were mailed promptly to members for the coming election. Our percentage of membership of the 1 1 1 teleg- raphers on this line could be materially increased if each member would take it upon himself to look after the few nons left. A few “live wires” like Bro. A. H. Plentl, of Goree, will accomplish untold good. We added twenty-seven new mem- bers so far this year, and quite a number of appli- cations have been written up awaiting remittances from the signers, many of whom received a sub- stantial increase in our last effort with the officials. Bro. Oliphant, third Henrietta, has gone to the T. & P. at Arlington, Tex., and Bro. B. F. Lan- ham, first Electra, to the St. L. B. M. at Bra- zoria, Tex. Bro. J. Sparkman, former agent at Alvord, is now first and agent Henrietta, with Bro. W. L. Durrett on second and Bro. Kenning- ton on third. Bro. Puckett is now agent Alvord, relieved at Lelia Lake by J. A. Adams. Some of you brothers land him. Bro. C. E. Weaver, while on a recent trip over the line, was relieved by W. J. Jennings. Mr. Fritz, agent Munday, has resigned and engaged in private business, relieved by A. B. Reese, former agent Dundee, relieved by Bro. D. A. Davis, from the C. R. I. & P. Mr. Pentl. of Goree, lost his four-year-old son recently. We extend our fullest sympathy to him and family. The parcel post is making the handling of the mail quite a task. Bro. Johnson, from the U. P., is now on second “CD” Childress, relieving L. B. Ward. Five card men at Texline and Bowie and four at Quanah and Chillicotlie; pretty good. Let's make ’em all as solid as these stations. Bro. Harriell, second Bowie, relieved owing to reduc- tion of force, is visiting his folks in Oklahoma. This puts Bro. Hodges on first and cashier, Bio. Greenwood on second and Bro. Lee on third. Div. Co*. Grand Trunk Western R. R. Eight dollars and sixty cents will get you a new up-to-date card, with $300 life insurance, paid up until June 30, 1913. If you have not the goods, now is the time for you to look wise. It will not be long until you will be telling your troubles over the phone. We hate to hear the sound of the old clicker die away, but it surely is doing so. The phones have not affected the pay on any of the other roads, and you have to be acquainted with Father Morse just the same as before in order to get a job. So don’t worry. W. J. Hogan has been appointed trainmaster over the P. O. & N. Ry. and District No. 29 exclusive of Detroit and Port Huron terminals, with headquarters at Pontiac, Mich. The Bellevue depot burned to the ground in about twenty minutes on February 23d. It will be replaced by a considerably larger station than the old one, with more trackage and better freight facilities. A projected rock-crushing plant and the cement factories all going will make it a busy place. Telegrapher Hammond, third “HR” office and Sixteenth street, Pt. Huron, after promising to join, has changed his mind and says he can get along just as well as a non as a member, and wants us to understand he is just a plain “non.” Some time ago he admitted that the Order had done considerable for him within the last year or so, but he says we never will amount to anything on the G. T. W. A few more things like Sunday overtime may change his mind. The block job at Vixburg is closed, and Mr. Becker is back on the west end again. We are sorry to note that there are still a few who have not paid up their dues, although as a whole the boys have “come across” finely. Send in your dues promptly and get your new cards, and save Bro. Case a lot of extra work. We hope the Interstate Commerce Commission will rule that nine hours constitutes a day’s work at all telegraph offices operated to exceed thirteen Digitized by Google

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496 The Railroad Telegrapher. hours in each twenty-four-hour period in all the other States the same as it has ruled in California. Mr. Estenburg, former helper at Capac, is now on second there. Since the automatic block went into effect Bro. F. D. Feto, at West End, is working twelve hours. A. F. Dell relieved Bro. J. M. Foster, “SB,” and is now on second “SF” West End. Brothers, see that he keeps his promise. Bro. Vine, of Emmett, was called to Goodells recently to relieve Agent Hilderbridle, on account of the wreck there. Bro. C. C. Osburn, former agent at Vernon, recently with the P. M., is now at Birmingham. Business continues heavy. A crossover has been put in a mile west of Vixburg and three telegraphers installed there. .Bro. Beckwith, of Lotterville, was off a few days recently. Bro. Granger and Leverich, at “XD” West End, has to double while Davis, of first, was off sick. Bro. J. C. Kelley is now with the Western Union at South Bend. The boys at Valparaiso are now in the new de- pot. Only one non between Pt. Huron and “WI,” Battle Creek nights. Let’s get the man at “NS.” Other parts of this division between certain other terminals are just as solid. T. T. Irving appointed division engineer, J. II. Reagan superintendent of track and C. O. Busby superintendent of B. & B., western lines. The G. T. System receipts for January. 1913, were about four and one-half million dollars, a very large increase over the same month in Janu- ary, 19 1 2. Robert Kelley, appointed trainmaster_ District 2S and H. E. Bailes, District 25, with offices at Battle Creek; H. W. Matthews, former train- master District 25, appointed passenger trainmas- ter Western lines, with headquarters at Durand; J. Erhie, appointed superintendent Divisions 25 and 26, headquarters Battle Creek; O. F. Cla k. ap- pointed superintendent transportation Western lines and P. O. & N. Ry. with offices at Chi- cago. Bro. Harmon, agent Emmett, spent Sunday wit 1 his brother-in-law at Goodells recently, and Bro. J. Clifford was to Emmett recently on a short visit. Bro. Cace and wife, while in Detroit attending a funeral, relieved by Mr. Burdick, of Flint. Bro. A. J. Spicer, agent Cass City, is back in the ranks agam. Bros. McNamara, F. O. Wille and F. S. Robin- son one night recently started on a war pat.’;, landing a man apiece. A good illus.rttion of what can be accompl.shed by concerted effort. Thanks to those who forwarded news to me th s month. Come again. P. O. Box 114, Emmett, Mich. New members for this month are: F. E. Gramm, agent Swartz Creek; Ralph P. GLas^er, Anderson ville; P. M. Baughman, Millett; Nelson Richard and Wm. Waite, Durand; A. J. Spicer and J. D. Hoffmeister, Cass City; O. M. Hilder- bridle, Goodells; C. J. Dewaters, A. E. Buck and F. J. Harrington, State Fair; Clyde Lutes. Cas- soplis; D. F. Koon, Schoolcraft; W. S. Wilecox, Glen Fisher and F. W. Pringle, Linden; Bert Strego, Holly, and C. C. Osborn, Berminghara, transferred. Action will reiflove the doubt which theory can not remove. Stub. Delaware & Hudson Ry. Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Feb. 16, 1913 To All Members: Your general committee signed, on February 13. 1913. a new schedule, effective February 1st. We were unable to get it dated farther back. I have notified each of you of the amount of yur increase. The company is to print the schedule, as heretofore, and furnish each employe with a copy. The committee was convened in January, 1912. but after ineffectual attempts to get ahead of the engineers’ arbitration case, we were forced to ad- journ until that was finished. This took quite a time and made expenses which could not be avoided. Then by the fall of 1912, grievances had piled up on the general chairman, and the co-operative board was convened and all cases set- tled; your chairman and secretary were present at this meeting, which covered a period of nearly a month. On December 9th, I called the committee to- gether and we were in session until we adjourned February 13th on which date the schedule was signed, which carries with it increases aggregat- ing over $16,000 over the schedule ' figures of 1910. The expense of the organization on the system, in 1912, you already know from the circular sent you with the ballot. You each know how much the debt on January 1, 1913, was; the assessment called early in the year will reduce this by be- tween $700.00 and $800.00. The non-members have agreed to pay the amount of their first month’s increase; then the balance of what you owe will be ascertained and an assessment called, which will, when paid, pay every cent of our in- debtedness. I feel that you should all be willing to pay this in order that the committeemen, who have lost time and money in an effort, which was suc- cessful, to get something for you, may get what is due them. Assessments may pinch you a little but it i> simply a question of whether you pay them, or let the men who do your committee work go un- paid; they lose their time and spend their money for room and board. Is it fair that they should personally lose this, or wait two or three years for it, when a small payment on your pa.t will make them square. Can you expect them to do the kind of busi- ness that has been done the past two times of making schedule, with all the delays that have Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 497 ensued, and which profited you so much money, and not have their pay? Can you expect to profit as you have both times "Sod only pay what you used to pay when rates of pay were 15 per cent lower and in creases were less than one fourth as great? And finally, can you expect men to b* willing to serve you as committeemen in the future when you have not paid them for what they did for you before? You have had, and are getting, the money which they get for you; is it not fair that they should have their pay? If you elect the members of the old commitfee again, you in effect say that you are satisfied w th them and think they have done the right thing; why not, then, pay them for doing it? It’s an insult to vote for a man to continue to serve you as local chairman and be unwilling to pay him for that which he has done. The general committee elects the general chair- man. I ask you frankly, would any of you stand for re-election to a job where the man, or men, you worked for did not pay you fully for your last year’s work? If you appreciate the work that has been .done show it by paying up every cent you owe; if this committee has not satisfied you, just be sure to elect others. Yours fraternally, G. A. Johnson, General Chairman. Virginian Ry. Business is on the boom and we arc landing the none. Mr. Snider is a brother now', and, with two or more to land, we will be about 100 per cent strong. Mrs. and Mr. Roush, at “JA,” will be with us when they get the farm they are buying in Oklahoma paid for, but they can surely spare the price of a card, for if it was not for the O. R. T. they would be working at “JA” for about $40 a month, 12-hour tricks. I know of a man who has a family of eight to support and coines right up with his dues. If all the good sisters and brothers were in the same notion as myself, we would land them. Remember, “No card, no favors.” Mr. Spradling is back. He was relieved by Sister Hardy. Bro. Booker is relieving Bro. Col- linsworth, chief staff operator, on a vacation. Bro. W. B. Martin has returned. He was relieved by Bro. L. L. Abbott. Bro. W. M. Martin, on vaca- tion, was relieved by Mr. Charlton. The Little Doctor. Missouri, Oklahoma & Gulf Ry. The new line from Wagoner, Okla., to Joplin, Mo., will soon be opened up, and quite a number of our boys, both in the train and station service, expect to take jobs on that end. Bro. A. Mitchell, of Atwood, goes to Locust Grove as agent cashier. Morgan, Dennison, goes to Baxter Springs as agent. N. W. Jones, agent Henryetta, goes to Miami as agent. Passenger Conductor Winchell goes on the north end between Muskogee and Joplin. I am sure everyone on the south end hates to see him leave, as they don’t create men any nicer than he is. Conductor Ellis will take train No. 1 and 4, relieving Mr. Winchell. There are quite a number of new men coming to the line. We must get after them and find out whether they carry cards. If not, get them to come in at once. We need their help to get the road lined up and secure a contract. We secured fifteen applications last month, which is doing pretty well. If we can only persuade the rest of the non-members to come in, we can soon secure a charter. Trainmaster Kelly was off the latter part of January on a trip to New Orleans. Chief Dis- patcher Booth relieved him on the line. Mr. Conway relieved “The Chief,” and Bro. L. D. Nunely tried his hand on first trick as dispatcher. Brothers, let us appoint a correspondent and furnish him items by the twentieth, so we can have a writeup in the journal every month. 1 know you all look for one from the “Molly,” and, like myself, have been disappointed, as we have- not had one for about two years. Cert. 468. Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Ry. W . & A. Division — M. L. Brock is now first Noonday; T. O. Lewis, second Kennesaw. J. A. Adams, transferred from Emerson to third Elizabeth; N. T. Durham, extra to regular third Smyrna; B. H. Mitchell, third Elizabeth to third Rosewood. R. B. -Hargis landed back at Rogers. No place like home to Bob. Boys, get your 1913 card and keep your dues paid up. We can’t do business with nons. Take a peep at the cartoon in the January journal. Surely, you are not going to be “pigs or hogs." We can do something if we will all pull together. Don’t get scared at the bulletin sent out to all telegraphers recently telling you not to be misled by the officers <ff our Order. We need the pro- tection of the O. R. T. — better salaries, better working conditions and the insurance to protect our dependent ones. It’s too bad that Bro. H. G. Griggs was forced to drop the O. R. T. and lose his insurance or his job. He died September 5, 1912, when a payment of $18 would have left his wife and little baDy $500, but he was forced to withdraw. If the com- pany calls it misleading to protect our families, as Bro. Griggs was trying to do, then I hope the O. R. T. will continue to mislead us until we all see that it is to our best interest to belong to it. I know the company is not going to look after our interests. It should not be necessary to beg anyone to do his duty, but it is a fact that the things the telegraphers need the most often have to be shoved onto them. Keep your dues paid up and be somebody. Do not say: “Oh, I work for the W. & A. and it doesn’t allow Order men.” If yojj have not yet Digitized by VjOO^LC

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498 The Railroad Telegrapher. paid your dues, pay them up at once. If you are not a member, send in your application. Get your friends to do likewise. Don’t sit down and say: “I can't,” because Jones, etc., are not members. Get after Jones, ajid let Jones get after Smith, and let’s have a bunch of good O. R. T. boys. Think of what the O. R. T. has done; look batk ten years, when your job was paying $25 to $30 a month. Here’s hoping all the W. & A. boys will get right and stay right. "G,” Cert. 2691. CORT Club. A very enthusiastic meeting was held February 20th in Room 912 Masonic Temple Bldg., but the attendance was comparatively small, considering the number of telegraphers in the vicinity of Chi- cago who could have very easily attended had th y exerted some effort. Bro. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, and •Bro. Ktlso, a member of the board of directors, were with us, together with the general chairmen of the various roads running into Chicago. The talks made were the best ever heard at a meet- ing of the CORT Club, and were interesting from start to finish. We hope to again have the pleas- ure of hearing trom our distinguished brothers. J. J. Rose. The O. R. T. Club. Our regular meeting, February 6th, at the Pax- ton Hotel, Omaha, was a very surccssful one, there beirg more roads represented than ever before. Three of the Union Pacific general com- mittee addressed us on subjects of interest to all, which was greatly appreciated. Bro. C. L. Lmnb. genera* chairman, Division No. 130, gave us a talk that woutd oring any noil across who could have heard it. The non-members should come to our meetings, when invited, and hear these talks on the actual working of the O. R. T. We belie. e it would convince them that they arc making a great mistake in not carrying a card. The mem- bers are urged to bring them in to our meetings. Bro. u. H. smith, general chairman, Division No. 6, gave the boys one of those to be-remembered talks, and judging by the applause he received, the boys would line to see him at our meetings often. Come again. Bro. Lockman, of the U. P. committee, told us of conditions on the "Colorado,” and Bro. Ging, also of the U. P. committee, told us about his dis- trict. With such an able committee to look after their interests, and with bright prospects ahead for Division No. 6, we fail to see any reason for a non-member on that line. President Ackerman gave the boys a talk on lining up the city members in the club, and asked each member to do his best to make our dance, on April 3d, a success. Invitations are being printed and will be sent to our friends on the line. Any of the boys who can not get to our meetings, if they will write President Ackerman, he will send invitations for their friends. Everything of the finest at this dance. A good time promised to all. Lemp’s orchestra will furnish the music. The hall will be decorated 'appropriately. After initiating a few new members to the club, including Bro. M. H. Meeker, from the Wabash, and Bro. Shaller, from the C. N. W., the me ting adjourned. All lines are now represented in this club, and the membership is gaining every day. The meeting dates were changed for the con- venience of general chairmen and general secre- tary-treasurers, in order that they may be with us on meetings nights, from the first and third Thursday in each month to the Monday following the third Tuesday, holding but one meeting each month; next meeting March 24th. A number of the division officials will be with us at each meet- ing, and a good time is promised to all who at- tend. The O. R. T. string orchestra will supply the music for these meetings. Don't forget the date. The regular meeting held at Omaha, February 24th, at 8 p. m., in the Paxton, was. well attended. About twenty-five of the boys responded to our invitation. The O. R. T. orchestra fumirh d the music, and the program was pronounced the finest ever. It was a shame to stop it, but the refresh- ments looked good to the musicians, and they played some very appropriate musi£ afterwards. Bro. G. H. Smith, general chairman. D'vsion No. 6, gave us another of his interesting talks. We wish there had been fifty instead of twenty- five present to hear Bro. Smith. Bros. Hook and Lockman, of the U. P. com mittee, also addressed us, and their arguments in favor of solid organization were heartily applauded. Bro. F. P. Vyhiral, "UP,” Schuyler, Neb., was with us and enjoyed himself to the limit. He always enjoys O. R. T. meetings, and reports the advance sales of tickets to our dance, April 3d, very encouraging. Bro. Vybiral is a worker. Bro. Carter, of "UP,” Valley, Neb., one of the oldest men in the employ of the company, was also with us, and enjoyed himself so much th t he will bring several of his men with him to the next meeting. Bro. Harry Draper, "CNW,” South Omaha, gave us a short talk in regard to matters on his division. Don’t forget our dance April 3d, Chamber’s academy, corner 25th and Farnam streets, Om ha. Secdre your tickets from the members of this club on your ’division. Come and spend an enjoyable evening with us. We have music and refreshments at each meeting. Thb Scbibe. Ottumwa O. R. T. Club. The regular meeting of the club was held in the parlors of the Ballingall Hotel. Ottumwa. Iowa, Saturday evening, February 22d, at 7:30 p. m., with fifteen of the faithful present, and was called to order by President Critcbfield. Secretary Ream read the minutes of the previous meeting, which were approved, after which some minor business matters were acted upon by the membership. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 499 Speeches were made by Bro. W. F. Denton, assistant general chairman of Division 130, who wts with us for the first time, he being called upon to take the place of our departed brother , General Chairman C. L. Lamb, who had written us he would be present at this meeting. A speech was also made by Bro. Cross, of the Milwaukee, and several others. We had a good lively meeting and are all very glad to see the boys taking such an interert, and the manner in which business matters con- nected with the club are handled. On motion of Bro. Cross, the annual election of officers was deferred until our regular meet- ing, March aad, when all members, and those eligible for membership, are urged to be present. We hope there will be a goodly representation from the Rock-Island and Milwaukee. The “Q” boys will be there, they always are, and we need some good live, active men from the other two lines. We have a fine place to meet, a good room, plenty of chairs and the finest treatment that could be asked for, by the Ballingall Hotel man- agement No objections to smoking and having a general good time. C. F. Ream, Sec’y. Topeka O. R. T. Club. Our meeting on February 9th, at the Throop Hotel, was the best in attendance and enthusiasm since the club’s inception. There were twenty- six members present and everyone was a live- wire. The meeting was called to order at 8:30 p. m. by President Stover, who made the opening ad- dress, welcoming the new members. Bro. W. T. Brown, G. C. 126, gave us a very interesting and instructive address, which was keenly enjoyed and vigorously applauded. Bro. W. J. Edwards, G. S. & T. 126, aiso made a stirring address, telling of the big in- crease in membership the last si* months on the Rock Island, and thanking the members for the individual effort displayed. He urged each brother to continue to take an active part in the organizing of Division 126. Bros. Woolscy, Lund, Smith, Emery and Bone- cutter, also made short addresses, stating that they would endeavor to interest more of our brothers in our club and insist that they attend each m"et ing. Bro. Brown explained several rules and gave us all a better understanding of our schedule. He also discussed the parcel post and Western Union commission questions in detail. Bro. Stever made a very interesting talk thank- ing the brothers from out on the line for theii interest in the club and expressed our apprecia- tion of their attendance, which caused many of them to lose considerable sleep and travel all night to get back to their respective stations in time for duty. He also mentioned the fact that Bro. R. A. Powell was a candidate at the com- ing election for local chairman and delegate, rep- resenting the general offices of the Rock Island, and urged the members to support him in the coming election. Bro. Powell responded with a short address, thanking the brothers for the honors tendered him and pledged them his best efforts if elected. Bro. Pringle, one of our reliables, made his usual stirring address, which was thoroughly en- joyed, followed by Bros. Bonecutter and Owens. Bros. Owens, Emery, Woolsey, Smith and Hogewoning were initiated as new members to the club. Meeting adjourned at 11:30 p. m. We hope the boys along the line of the R. I., U. P. and M. P., will continue to take an inter- est in our club and that our membership may b? increased at each meeting. Sec'y. Panhoma Club. The meeting of February 22A at the Southern Hotel, El Reno, was well attended by the members of both the Panhandle and Oklahoma Divisions, and was called to order by President C. H. Mea- dor. Secretary H. T. Snodgrass read the minutes of last meeting, which were approved. There were twenty-four present, among whom were Bros. Dun- nam, Gorrell, Barnard, C. C. Snodgrass, Mel- bourne, Boyle, Davis and Rex Snodgrass, and the out-of-town brothers were: C. H. Armstrong and Bros. Stone, Sr., and Jr., Oklahoma City; Bro. Adams, Yukon; Bro. Byfield, Calumet; Bro. Nicholls, Greenfield, from the Panhandle Division; Bro. Upson, Waurika yard; Bro. Howell, Rush Springs; Bros. Hoover and Hall, Enid; Bros. Rugh and Johnson, Kingfisher, and Bro. Meador, Minco. The rest presdht were El Reno boys, and believe me they are some live bunch. Bros. Brown and Edwards, of Kansas City, were to have been with us at the meeting, but, owing to the fact that a general chairmen’s meeting was called at Chicago for the 21st, it was impos- sible for them to attend. Matters of importance were discussed. Bro. Armstrong brought out some strong points on the legislative bills now pending, one of which was the semi-monthly pay day, which will greatly benefit all concerned. We went on record as not opposing these bills; also the hospital bill, whereby railroads are to maintain “hospitals” within the State. This did not meet with the ap- proval of the Governor. The bill has been amended to read ‘‘Railroads are to maintain hospital facili- ties” within the State. These bills have passed the House and Senate, and are now up for the Gov- ernor’s signature. Bro. Armstrong was appointed chairman of a legislative committee to prepare and lay before the proper parties the unanimous sentiment of the club relative to the labor bills now before the legislature. The next speaker of the evening was Bro. C. C. Snodgrass, who spoke on the i-cent postage bill. I would be glad to see more of the boys from the Panhandle out at the meetings. The Oklahoma Division was well represented. One matter taken up at this meeting was the appointing of two committees to take up and tabu- Digitized by Google

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500 The Railroad Telegrapher. late certain matters relative to schedule matters. The full text will be announced later. Boys, I wish each of you would send in the applications of the lady members of your families to the general secretary and treasurer of the Ladies’ Auxiliary. If you have not received blanks, let me know' and I will furnish them. C. H. M. Chemung Valley Telegraphers’ Club. This club was organized at a joint meeting, December 3, 1912, at Symphony Orchestra Hall, Elmira, N. V., by the Northern Central, Erie, Lehigh Valley and Delaware, Lackawanna & West- ern telegraphers. Bro. C. R. Elliott, who initiated the movement, appointed W. U. Phillips, of the P. R. R. ; G. E. Lacey, of the L. V., and E. J. Hesser, of the Erie, a committee to draft con- stitution and by laws, and the committee recom- mended the adoption of the constitution and by-law's of the Telegraphers’ Club of Cincinnati,' with a few exceptions and changes. The recom- mendation of the committee was unanimously adopted at the above meeting. Another meeting was called on February 17th, Chairman E. J. Hesser, of the Erie, presiding, when the following officers were elected: Bro. M. G. Beach, president; Bro. \V. U. Phillip*, secre- tary-treasurer; Bro. B. H. Youmans, first vice-- president; Bro. G. E. Lacey, second vice-president; Bro. C. IL Nagle, third vice-president. President Beach then appointed Bros. C. R. Elliott, E. ,T. Hesser, J. E. Wezloski and G. E. Lacey as a committee of arrangements, -and the meeting adjourned subject to call of president. This club is for social purposes only, and^ it will be to every member’s benefit to get in as many more members as possible, its object being to further promote the fiaternal and social wel- fare of the brothers on the four roads which enter Elmira. Such clubs have proven a great success in other cities. We who attended the convention in Atlanta in 1909 realized that it waa a success in that city. We need to bring the brothers from the differ- ent roads closer together in a fraternal and social way, as we do not usually have time at our divi- sion meetings to take up anything except business, owing to the short time between trains before being obliged to adjourn. This club will enable us to get together in a social way and get better acquainted with our brothers on the other lines. We propose to rent a good hall in Elmira, wdicre we can have a piano, & kitchen and all the necessaries of a clubroom. It is the intention to have refreshments and something good to smoke at the next meeting, of which notices will be sent out in due time and each member re- quested to bring his wife, mother, sister or best girl. Good entertainment will be furnished, and an enjoyable time assured to all who attend. Let’s show the ladies we are not “dead ones.” The wives, mothers, sisters and other lady friends of members can assist in a great many ways in making this club a success, and I am sure they will be glad to meet with us and help to do so. The constitution and by-laws, and membership cards will be printed and be ready for distribu- tion at the next meeting, when most all matters pertaining to the club will be in pretty gooo working order. When you get the notice of the next meeting, don’t lay it aside and forget it, but put on your “biled shirt” and come down and bring your wife, and we will leave it to the ladies to decide whether it was worth their while to come again. Bring along some prospective candidate. We want to have a good, strong membership. Any O. R. T. man in good standing is eligible. Come on; join in the good work and let’s make this a success. Cert. 366. Digitized by v^ooQle

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CRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due January 1, 1913. Time for payment expires February 28, 1913. AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On $ 300 00 (Series A) $2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) . . 7 29 per year BENEFITS PAID DURING FEBRUARY, 1913. Claim Cekt. No. Name. Cause. Div. No. Sekibm. 1334. .Jas. K. Fox Exhaustion-Pulmonary Tuberculosis 88. .27351 . .C .$ 1351. .Cleveland B. Burbage .Typhoid Fever 59. .21253 A . 1360 . .Millard F. Walker .... Paralysis 2.1 1446 . . B . 1392. .Austin B. Clark Cervical Neuritis 155. .222)6. . A . 1403. .Thos. P. Cavanaugh . Dilatation of the Heart 33. .37512. .A. . 1410. .Frank Woodruff Malarial Fever 53. . 3106. .C . . 1412. .Frank Ward Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis 133. 32743. A. . 1413. .Ezekiel D. McDermott. Bullet Wound of Head 17. 19933 . C. . 1414. .Warren A. French . . . .Typhoid Fever 33 .21377. . B. . 1415.. Arthur F. Rafter Consumption 8 .21783 . B. . 1416. .Frank Edward Draper. Acute Pleuro- Pneumonia 37. .33336. . C . 1417. .Samuel B. Davy Lobar Pneumonia 23. .14337. .A. . Amt. 500 00 300 00 500 00 300 00 300 00 1,000 00 300 00 1,000 00 500 00 500 00 1.000 00 300 00 FINANCIAL STATEMENT— MORTUARY FUND Receipts. Received on Assessment Account to January 31, 1913 $1,238,854.18 Received on Assessment Account February, 1913 23,719.77 $1,262,573.95 Disbursements. Death Claims paid to January 31, 1913 $ 860,881.47 Death Claims paid in February 6,500.00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,657.24 Assessments transferred to dues 249.48 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, February 23, 1913 393,275.76 $1,262,573.95 L. W. QUICK, Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by Google

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502 The Railroad Telegrapher. Official Directory General Offices, 8t. Louis, Mo. GRAND OFFICERS. H. B. PERHAM President St. Louis, Mo. J. A. NEWMAN First Vice-President Flat **B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, 111. D. CAMPBELL Third Vice President 205 Jarvis St., Toronto, Ont. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box 87, Springfield, Mo. Geo. E. Joslin, Box 266, Ccnterdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Gates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. L. W. QUICK. .. .Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. J. J. DERMODY Fourth Vice-President 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION — Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perham, President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Rys. Meets subject to call of Chairman, f*. A. Parent, Gen’l Chair- man, Grand Trunk Ry., Casselman, Ont.; R. L. Harrop, Gen’l Chairman Grand Trunk Pacific Ry., Justice, Man.; D. L. Shaw, Gen'l S. & T., London, Ont. No. 2, ST. LOUIS, MO.— Meets xst and 3d Mondays each month at 8 p. m., Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor, Masonic Temple (Odeon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher. 7th floor, Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; R. J. McElhinney, S. & T. , 4107 Hartford st., St. Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C., St. P., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, General Chairman, 227 West Central ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tenney, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st., Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Quin- cey. La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6 — Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Box 294, Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging Local Chairman Nebraska Division, Eg- bert, Wyo.; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman Colorado Division, Box 11, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman Kansas Division, 12s Colorado st., Manhattan, Kan. No. 7 — Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 295, Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gent S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8 — Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gen’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T., Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs. N. Y. Western and Rochester Division — Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at Rochester, N. Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o'clock p. m. at 148 No. Salina st., Syracuse, N. Y., in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N. Y. A. E. Blim, Local Chairman Station Dept., Western Division, Chili Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division — Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m., at 510 State st, over Fagan’s real estate office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Digitized by v^.ock e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 503 Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall on Devereaux stM at 8 p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Signalmen, 962 State st., Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Station men, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook Division — Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o’clock, Odd Fellows’ Hall, East Erie ave.. Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chairman, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek District — Meets 2d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m. in Mechanics’ Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Ter- minal— Meets 2d Wednesday at 9:30 a. m. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg., Lexington ave., cor. East 125th st, New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairtpan of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st., Mount Vernon, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave. Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo' Division — Regular meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tues- day evening in January, March, May, July, September and November and on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meet- ings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman. O. A. Sjehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y. Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. F. G. Boutelle, Local Chairman, Chauncey, N. Y. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. & L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gen’l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind.; M. T. Parks, G. S. & T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen’l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. No. 16 — Division covers the Michigan Central ^ Railroad. Meets 3d Monday each month at 7: 30 p. m., Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen’l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; J. H. Staley, Gen’l S. & T., Box 903, Welland, Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad (lines east of Pittsburg and Erie). J. F. Miller, General Chairman, No. 2916 Huntingdon ave., Baltimore, Md.; G. E. Nightingale, Gen’l S. & T., Newfield, N. J. Baltimore Division — Meets at Huntingdon Hall, cor. Huntingdon ave. and 25th st., Baltimore, Md., 3d Friday each month. T. E. Fidler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Allegheny Division — Meets subject to call of Chairman. O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Fox- burg, Pa. Pittsburg Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, 2011 Eleventh ave., Altoona, Pa. Middle Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. A. L. Rex, Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot, Pa. Cone- maugh Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 White- field st., Pittsburg, Pa. Monongahela Division . — Meets at call of Chairman. G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, 243 Fifth st., Homestead, Pa. Tyrone Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. A. Fetzer, Local Chairman, Milesburg, Pa. Renovo Division — Meets at call of Chairman. B. J. Kane, Local Chairman, R. F. D. 3, Emporium, Pa. Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — Meets at call of Chairman. A. C. Grieh, Local Chairman, •Nisbet, Pa. Sanbury Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. C. Vandling, Local Chairman, Miffinville, Pa. Maryland Division — Meets at call of Chairman. H. B. Arrison, Local Chairman Northeast, Md. Delaware Division— Meets at call of Chairman. T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman, Middletown, Del. West Jersey and Seashore Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. E. Nightingale, Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Amboy Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Harold G. Austin, Local Chair- man, Mt. Holly, N. J. Belvidere Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. G. Simanton, Local Chairman, Frenchtown, N. J. Philadelphia Terminal Division— Meets at call of Chairman. G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 729 Linden st., Camden, N. J. Elmira Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. R. Elliot, Local Chairman, 381 South Main st., Elmira, N. Y. Philadelphia Di- vision-Meets at call of Chairman. C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Curtin ave.. Harrisburg, Pa. No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad System. Meeting 1st District at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st., cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each monjji. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L. E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meeting 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State st., Hammond, Ind., every second Saturday of each month. C. O. Crisenbery, Gen’l Chairman, Knox, Ind.; C. F. Mayer, Gen’l S. & T., 6818 Lawn ave., N. W. Cleveland, Ohio. No. 20 — Division covers the New York, Ontario & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen’l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y.; H. D. Pfoor, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 28, Jcrmyn, Pa.; C. L. Cook, Local Chairman Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y.; W. J. Haley, Ass’t Local Chairman South- ern Division, 1 14 Linden st., Middletown, N. Y. ; J. D. Foote, Ass’t Local Chairman South- ern Division, Cook’s Falls, N. Y. P. J. Boland, Local Chairman Scranton Division, 160 Dundaff st., Carbondale, Pa.; F. L. Spratt, Ass’t Local Chairman Scranton Division, Han- cock, N. Y.; C. D. Soule, Local Chairman Northern Division, Cleveland, N. Y. ; P. J. Loftus, Ass’t Local Chairman Northern Divi- sion, Oneida, N. Y. Digitized by

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504 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Stenger, Gen’l Chair- man, R. F. D. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’l S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. 23 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma-Eastern R. R., and Rochelle & Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Soyster, Gen’l Chairman, 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, Iowa; O. S. Smith, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman for the C. M. & P. S. and T.-E., Mobridge, S. D^; Ed. R. Dcrrickson, Gen’l S. & T.t 804 Security ‘‘Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, la. No. 25 — Division covers the International & Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. C. Berry, Gen’l Chair- man, Encinal, Tex.; R. B. Adams, Gen’l S. & T., Oakwood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman Taylor .Section, Rock- dale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Antonio Division, Encinal, Tex.; B. L. Harris, Local Chairman Ft. Worth Division, Irene, Ttx. No. 26, NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets 2d Wednesday of each month, 9 p. m., Von Glahn’s Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th st. and Columbus ave., New York City. E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care United Wireless Telegraph Co.. 4 2 Broadway, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. & T., 205 St. James Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St. Louis, Vandalia & Terre Haute Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor’s office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Picrron, Gen’l Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gen’l S. & T. , Coatsville, Ind. No. 29. NEW HAVEN, CONN.— Meets 1st Fri- day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. m., in Red Men’s Hall, 48 Church st., cor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel., 57 Ludlow st , Water- bury, Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. & T., 9s Main st., West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage* ave., St Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo.; H. J. Mohler, Gen’l S. & T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. No. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis & San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen’l S. & T., Box 87, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. E. N. Van Atta, Gen’l Chairman, Box 36, Newark. Ohio; C. B. Rawlins, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore's Hill, Ind.; W. Edgar Frasher, Gen’l S. & T., 814 W. 9th st., Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Divi- sion meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. & O. depot, Wilmington, Del., 3d Saturday evenings in January, March, May, July, September and November, at 8 o'clock, and meets in the Hall at Cowcnton, Md., on 3d Wednesday evening in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 o’clock, thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowcnton, Md., every other meet- ing. N. Gorrell, Local Chairman, Yorklyn. Del.; Eastern District of Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office, Baltimore & New York Terminals meet jointly on the 2d Monday evening of each month, 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md.; J. D. McGrath, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore. Md., Local Chairman Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B, Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Balti- more and New York Terminals. Western District of the Baltimore Division, Eastern Dis- trict of the Baltimore Division, and “GO,” Gen- eral Office, Baltimore and New York Terminals, meet jointly the 2d Monday evening of th • months of January, March, May, July, Sep- tember and November, at 8 o’clock, in Hotel Caswell, northeast cor. of Baltimore and Han- over sts., Baltimore, Md.; J. D. McGrath, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman Eastern District of the Baltimore Division. C. B. Pierce, Box 18, Station B-i, Baltimore, Md., Local Chairman “GO,” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Terminals; W. Q. Stouffer, Point of Rocks, Md., Local Chair- man for the Western District of the Baltimore Division. Pittsburg Division, Pike River and P. & W. Districts meet 3d Friday night of each month at 8 p. m., 504 Diamond st., cor. Grant, 3d floor, Room 11, Pittsburg, Pa.; J. Yeager, Jr., 405 Jilson ave. (19th Ward), Pittsburg Pa., Local Chairman of Pike & River; J. W. Miller, Gibsonia, Pa., Local Chairman P. & W., Western District. Cleveland Division meets 3d Friday of each month in Snyder’s Hall, Exchange st., Masillon, Ohio; G. H. Mc- Coy, 92 Wooster st., Masillon, Ohio, Local Chairman. Chicago Division meets 3d Wed- nesday night of each month in Red Men's Hall, Defiance, Ohio; T. J. Eiler, Defiance, Ohio, Local Chairman Eastern District. Newark Division, including all its subdivisions and branches, will hereafter meet in Newark on the 3d Monday of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, beginning with an evening meeting on Decem- ber 2 1 st. No. 34 — Division covers the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’J Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittcnhousc, Gen’l S. & T., Sidcll, 111. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 505 No. 35, PROVIDENCE. R. I. — Meots 3d Satur day of each month in Swart’s Lodge, Odd Fel- lows’ Hall, 96 Westminster st.. Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbeck, Chief Tel., 284 Mont- gomery ave.. Providence, R. I. W. J. Smith, S. & T., South Swansea, Mass. No. 36 — Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St. Louis, Mo. No. 37, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.— Meets 2d Friday evening each month, 8 o’clock, Lambden Bldg., 252 Main st.. New Rochelle, N. Y. Thomas O. Tiger, Chief Tel., 907 Main st., Stamford, Conn.; Jos. A. Hannan, S. & T., P. O. Box 140, Rye, N. Y. ; T. J. Gallagher, Local Chairman, 4 Longwood ave.. New York, N. Y. No. 38, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month 7:30 p. m., 373*4 Main st., Springfield, Mass. R. P. Keefe, Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st., Springfield, Mass.; J. R. Cardinal, S. & T., 176 Union st., Springfield, Mass. No. 39 — Division covers the Pcre Marquette Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Chicago-Muskegon Division holds regu- lar monthly meetings in Eagle’s Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p. m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Chairman, Coatsworth, Ont.; W\ R. Adair, Gen’l S. & T., 372 Goodwin ave., Detroit, Mich. No. 40 — Division covers Chesapeake & Ohio Rail- way System. L. E. Hicks, Gen’l Chairman, Craigsville, Va.; J. W. Kiser, Gen’l S. & T., Guyandotte Station, Huntington, W. Va. Vir- ginia District, C. D. McGehee, Chairman, 2803 East Clay st., Richmond, Va. ; rf. M. Crowder, Chairman, Howardsville, Va.; I.. G. White, ^Acting Chairman, Scottsville, Va.; D. H. Scott, Chairman, Big Island, Va.; H. S. Shuey, Chairman, Craigsville, Va. Meets on the fourth Thursday night of each month at 215 East Broad st., Richmond, Va., and on the 4th Saturday night of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall at Clifton Forge, Va. West Virginia District, J. J. Holt, Chairman, Covington, Va.; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman, Prince, W. Va. ; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Guyandotte, W. Va.; meets in Big Four Building at Hinton on 3d Thursday night each month. Kentucky District, H. O. Irwin, Chairman, 416 East Carter ave., Ashland, Ky.; G. F. Willis, Chairman, Greenup, Ky.; E. W. Johnson, Chairman, Converse, Ind. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. No. 41, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 2d Saturday night each month, Engineers’ Hall, 164 Canal st.*, Boston, Mass. T. J. Fogarty, Chief Tel., 71 Clarendon ave.. West Somerville, Mass.; F. C. McGrath; S. & T., 614 Main st., Win- chester, Mass. No. 42 — Division covers the Erie Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet- ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, corner Park ave. and Market st., every 3d Saturday of each month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meeting 3d Monday of each month, 8:30 p. m.. Union Hall, Grave and 4th sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Hustcd, Gen’l Chairman, Rich wood, Ohio; C. L. Bridge, Gen’l S. & T., Deposit, N. Y. No. 43 — Division covers Canadian Northern Rail- way System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen’l Chairman, Beaudette, Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. & T., Dauphin, Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y.— Meets 2d Saturday each month at 8 p. m., m Fraternity Hall, 22-24 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. C. B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y. ; A. A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; L. Meringer, S. & T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y. ; E. H. Decker, Chairman Towermen, 17 Sheridan ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Frank Shields, Chairman Agents, Mineola, N. Y.; A. Filby, Chairman Telegraphers, 1055 East 34th st., Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 45, WOODS VILLE, N. H.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month at 8 p. m., K. of P. Hall, Woodsville, N. H. C. A. Burnell, Chief Tel., Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A. Wheeler, S. & T., Wells River, Vermont. No. 46 — Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. H. Livsey, Gen’l Chairman, East Point, Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen’l S. & T., Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R. T. Hall, Macon, Ga,, subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Club, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every sec- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to call of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at LaFaycttc, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga. Southwestern Division meets subject to call of Local Chairman. J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25, Smithville, Ga. Columbus Division meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair- man. A. H. Warlick, Opelika, Ala.; F. S. Bas- kerville, Local Chairman, Macon Terminals, Macon, Ga. No. 47, CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. 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506 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 49 — Division covers the Denver & Rio Grande Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. J. Fulton, Gen’l Chairman, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot. Pueblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton, Local Chairman Second Division, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; J. A. Ray, Local Chairman Third Division, Hotchkiss, Colo.; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Yeta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. 1st West st., Salt Lake City, Utah; A. E. Roberts, Gen’l S. & T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. 51 — Division covers Bessemer & Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle’s Hall, Greenville, Pa. R. A. Buzza, Gen’l Chairman, 1183 S. Water st., Meadville, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen’l S. & T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 52 — PITTSBURG, PA.— Meets 2d and 4th Saturday evening each month at 8 o’clock, 204 Fifth ave., 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. C. C. Me- Kalip,* Chief Tel., 305 Winston st., Pittsburg, Pa.; H. K. Klingensmitb, Secretary, 124 Sub- urban ave., Beechview, Pittsburg, Pa.; C. C. Campbell, Treasurer, 108 Fremont st., Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. 53 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carlos, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gcn’l S. & T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sam Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. & T., 1009 East 3d st., Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Wheeling & Lake Erie and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even- ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; J. O. Peoples, Gen’l Chairman, Bolivar, Ohio; C. E. Baltzer, G. S. & T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C. H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. & L. E. Telegraph Office, Pcrry-Payne Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, Local Chair- man, Scio, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, W. P. Ry. & W. S. B. R. R., Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 56 — Division covers Georgia Southern & Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga.; E. H. Baker, Gcn’l S. & T., White Springs, Fla. No. 57 — Division covers the Houston & Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over 401 Main st., Dallas, Tex.; A. E. Laisure, Gen’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex.; W. M. Moseley, Gen’l S. & T., Rice, Tex. No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys- tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen’l Chairman, 122 Tate st., Greens- boro, N. C.; O. R. Doyle, Gen’l S. & T.. Calhoun, S. C. No. 6 :, CAMPBELLTON, N. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers' Hall, Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapedia, Que.; G. F.* Ward, S. & T.. Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen’l Chair- man, Oakdale, Tenn.; E. H. Boutwell, GenT S. & T., Box 374, Williamstown, Ky.; E. H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Division, Box 374, Williamstown, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meetings subject to call of Local Chairman. No. 63, MONCTON, N. B.— Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, N. B., St. John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. M. Scribner, Chief Tel., Shediac Road, N. B., R. M. Gross, S. & T-, Anagance, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE. — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st., Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. & T., Riviere du Loup Station, Box 1 14, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 6s, ROCHESTER, N. H.— Meets at 7:30 P- m:, 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. P. T. Harrity, Chief Tel., Rochester, N. IL; C. E. Scott, S. & T., Box 87, Wolfeboro, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S. — Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. L. Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S.; J. E. Mc- Donald, S. & T., Belmont, N. S. No. 69 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- berg, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. & T., Q. & C. Yard Office, Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA— Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Woodmen Hall, opposite Opera House, Oskaloosa, Iowa. A. L. Gardner, Chief Tel., Abbott, Iowa; E. J. W'il- son, S. & T., Laurel, Iowa. No. 72, ST. JOSEPH, MO. — Meets 4th Tuesday of each month at 8 p. m., 623 Mt. Mora Road, St. Joseph, Mo. F. F. Winsor, Chief Til., Oneida, Kan.; F. F. Winsor, S. & T., Oneida, Kan. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 507 No. 76 — Division covers the Chicago & North- western Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen’l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira. R. Kempkes, Gen’l S. & T., Nevada, Iowa. No. 77. DENVER, COLO.— Meets 1st Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel, Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney, S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, C0I9. No. 80 — Division covers the N. O. M. & C. Ry. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E. Swenson, Gen’l S. & T., Stringer, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; H. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — Division covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man or Local Chairman. R. E. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Smithsburg, Md.; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichelberger st., Hanover, Pa. Local Chairman Maryland Division: C. E. Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District; R. E. Smith, Smithsburg, Md., Second District; J. Harry Blocher, Alesia, Md., Third District Local Chairmen West Virginia Division: J. C. Boor, Beryl, W. Va., Eastern District; J. A. Hickerson, Davis, W. Va., Western District. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; F. J. Crozier, Gen’l S. 4 T., Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas & Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. W. E. Sledge, Gen’l Chairman, Pelican, La.; B. T. Hambrightf Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS.— Meets 1st Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 694 Washington st., Bostpn, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. 2 Josephine ave., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Mc- Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets 1st Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sts., Chicago, I1L G. Dal Jones, Chief Tel., 2530 North Ked- zie blvd.. Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. & T., 5529 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester 4 Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGraw, Gen’l Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. & T., 901 W. Long ave., Du Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky.; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, 111.; W. P. Moore, Gen’l Chairman, Y. & M. V. Line, Lula, Miss.; G. D. Clements, General Chairman, Indianapolis Southern Rail- way, Bloomfield, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen’l S. & T., Anna, 111. No. 94. MERIDIAN, MISS.— Meets 2d Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesia, Miss.; H. W. Bell, Chief Tel., Ethelville, Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. & T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95, PORTLAND, ME.— Meets Thursday of each month at 546^ Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; A. L. Prior, S. & T., East Lebanon, Me. No. 96 — Division covers Chicago & Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City, Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C. E. Norris, Gen’l S. & T., Inver Grove, Minn. No. 97 — Division covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. D. May, Gen’l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.; F. O. Cumming, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman and Gen’l S. & T., 15 Dinwiddie st., Portsmouth, Va.; J. T. Benn, Local Chairman First Division, Thelma, N. C. ; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman Second Division, Marshville, N. C.; S. P. McDaniel, Local Chairman Third Division, Hiram, Ga. ; W. L. Tidwell, Local Chairman Fourth Division, Helena, Ga. ; J. L. Vining, Local Chairman Fifth Division, Macclenny, Fla. No. 99 — COBALT, ONT.— W. D. Cunneyworth, Chief Tel., Engelhart, Ont.; R. Richardson, S. & T., Latchford, Ont. No. 102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treasurer. J. J. McLaughlin, S. & T., 1516 N. Dover st.. Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTON, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S.; J. P. Swift, S. & T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. 104 — AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Mass. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st., Clinton, Mass.; John F. Mullen, S. & T., 27 Galen st., Brockton, Mass. No. 105, CONCORD, N. H. — Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. H. J. T. Turcotte, Chief Tel., Pem- broke, N. H.; H. M. Clay, S. & T., Gerrish, N. H. No. 106, HAGERSTOWN, MD.— Meets 3d Thurs- day of each month at 8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief Tel., Greencastle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. & T., Box 46, Hagerstown, Md. • Digitized by

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508 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 108, ADDISON. N. Y. — Meets id Monday each month at 8 p. m., Edgcomb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C. Cole, Chief Tel., Cowancsque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. & T., Osceola, Pa. No. in — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. D. McGee, Gen’l S. & T., 318 Concord st., Los Angeles, Cal. No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. J. Halstead, Gen’l^ Chairman, Oneonta, N. Y. H. J. Halstead, Acting Gen’l S. & T., Oneonta, N. Y. No. iU, ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middletown, N. S.; Stanley Travener, S. & T., Tupperville, Anna Co., N. S. No. 1 15, QUEBEC, QUE. — Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief Tel., No. 4 St. Angele st., Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. & T., St. Cote de Peres, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Railway System. Meets ad. Sunday of February, April, June, August. Octo- ber and December in places designated by GenT Chairman. P. M, Stillman, Gen’l Chairman, Scuey, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gcn’l S. & T., ("Hassell, Mich. No. 1 1 7, SHAMOKIN, PA.— Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m.: January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of the following months at 7:30 p. m.: March, June, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. & T., Quakake, Pa. No. 1 18 — Division covers Toledo & Ohio Central, Kanawha & Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville & Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen’l Chairman, Burr Uak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen’l S. & T., 222 Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 1 19 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen’l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. & T., Erskine, Minn. No. 120 — Division covers Lake Erie & Western Railway System. C. I. Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Stcckel, Gen’l S. & T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 123 — Division covers Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway System. W. E. Sloan, Gen’l Chairman, 1 14 Ermina st., Albert Lea, Minn.; J. C. Sand- mier, Gen’l S. & T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covers Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys- tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 711 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 125 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg & Potomac Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. C. H. Boschcn, Gen’l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W\ T. Thomp- son, Gen’l S. & T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen’l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen’l S. & T., 2422 Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127. VIRGINIA, MINN.— J. F. Kenney. Chief Tel., Alborn, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, Acting S. & T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 128— Division covers the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. System. Meets subject to cal', of Chairman. I.. A. Tanquary, Gen’l Chairman, Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gtn’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gcn’l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; E. E. ‘Smith', Gen’l S. & T., Stoneboro, Pa., and Local Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bearss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; A. E. Snyder, Box 272, Ligonier, Ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R. Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman Detroit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Division; D. E. Royce, Rany, Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. F. Carder, Gen’l Chairman, 2503/2 South Central ave., Burlington, Iowa; J. H. Rogers, Jr.. Gen’l S. & T., 717 N. 10th st.. La Crosse, Wis. No. 1 3 1 — TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon taine. Chief Tel., St. Hcnedine, Que.; A. Lagucux, S. & T., Tring Junction, Que. No. 132 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Line R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla.; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond Dis- trict, Whitakers, N. C. ; D. H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District, Speed, N. C.; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District, Dillon, • S. C. ; J. II. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District, Maysville, N. C.; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win- ston - Salem Districts, R. F. D., Cameron, S. C. ; C. N. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 155 Calhoun street. Charles- ton, S. C. ; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savannah District, Grand Crossing, Fla.; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga. ; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. Tedder, Local Chairman Jacksonville District, Seville, Fla.; M. H. Martin, Local Chairman Gainesville District and Jacksonville Terminal, Palatka, Fla.; W. Brantley, Local Chairman Lakeland District, Crystal River, Fla. Digitized by L.ooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 509 No. 133. SYDNEY. N. S.— M. D. McKeigan, Chief Tel., Leitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Me* Innis, S. & T., Shenacadie, C. B., N. S. No. 134. JACKSONVILLE, FLA. Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. L. R. Funderburk, Chief Tel., care Jacksonville Terminal Company, Jacksonville, Fla.; C. C. Aston, S. & T., 235 Waddell st., Miami, Fla. No. 136, READING, PA. — Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief Tel., Cal- cium, Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. & T., 932 Pear st., Reading, Pa. No. 137 — Division covers El Paso & Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen’l S. & T.. 4112 Arsenal st., St. Louis. Mo. No. 138 — Division covers C. C. C. & St. L. Rail way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman, 1601 Third avc., Terre Haute, Ind.; George Lavengood, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Cleveland Division meets 2d Wednesday of each month at 1501 Columbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. K. Reynolds, Local Chairman, 128 W\ Atwood st., Galion, Ohio. Cincinnati-Sandusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bidg., Springfield, Ohio.; J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St. Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Louis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings 1st Monday of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi- sion meets in Room No. 11, 2d floor, Anthony Bldg., Muncie, Ind., cn 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins, Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Ilornung, R. F. D. 9, Greensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meets subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Waynetown, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, Marshall, 111. No. 139, NORTH ADAMS, MASS.— Meets on the 2d Saturday of each month in Odd Fellows’ Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher, Chief Tel., Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook, S. & T.t Charlemont, Mass. No. 140 — Division covers Maine Central Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamkeag, Me.; H. N. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me. No. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Tass Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. II. Barnett, Gen’l Chairman, Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, Gen’l S. & T., 1027 Yale st., Houston, Tex. No. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay & West ern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Blair, W’is. ; L. P. Curran, Gen’l S. & T., Winona, Minn. No. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen’l Chairman, Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock, Local Chairman, Pctoskey, Mich. No. 144 — Division covers the Trinity & Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. D. W. Ramsay, Gen'l Chairman, Bardwell, Tex.; N. B. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Toraball, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague, Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Normangee, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. & D. C. Ry. System. L. S. Mentzer, Gen’l Chairman, F. W. & D. C. & L. S. Lines, Childress, Tex.; S. L. Greenwood, I&cal Chairman, 1st and 2d Divi- sions, F. W. & D. C. Lines, Bowie, Tex.; G. H. Wheeler, Local Chairman, 3d and 4th Divisions, F. W. & D. C. Lines, Channing, Tex.; A. H. Plentl, Local Chairman, W. V. Lines, Goree, Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. & T., Box 405, Quanah, Tex. No. 146 — DivL.^n covers the Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gen’l Chaiman, Mauk, Ga. N. H. Bach, Gen’l S. & T., Manchester, Ga. No. 147 — Division covers the Norfolk & Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. & T., Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division covers Grand Trunk Western . Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen’l S. & T., Otterburn, Mich. No. 151 — Division covers the Delaware & Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, Eagle Bridge, N. Y.; O. C. Benjamin, Gen’l S. & T., Dresden Station, N. Y.; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wands, Hawes Cave, N. Y., and E. F. Lawrence, 7 High st., Oneonta, N. Y. ; Local Chairman Susque- hanna Division; C. C. Corey, Smiths Basin, N. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chair- men Champlain Division. No. 152, NASHUA, N. H.— Meets every 3d Sun- day of the month at 10:30 a. m. in Elks Hall, Beasom Block, cor. Main and Factory sts., Nashua, N. H.; H. E. Heath, Chief Tel., Ponemah, N. II.; J. W’ilfrid Vaillancourt, S. & T., 1 1 1 Allds st., Nashua, N. II. Digitized by Google

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510 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 153 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 154 — Division covers Virginian Ry. Geo. Giles, Gen’l Chairman, Victoria, Va.; J. E. Goodwin, Gen’l S. & T., Eggleston, Va. No. 15s. HAMILTON, ONT. — Meets ad Sunday of each month at 3:30 p. m. in Sons of England Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton, Ont. W. H. ' Staniland, Chief Tel., Grimsby, Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. & T., Box 98* Smith ville, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets in Rathbone Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a. m. Night meeting, 3d Saturday cf each month at 7:00 p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos- ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. & T., a Kear- sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Regular meeting 2d Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take interurban car from either city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. A. Special meeting subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis. Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets the 2d Thursday of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles* Club Rooms, 137-139 Second st., Milwaukee Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st., Milwaukee, Wis.; B. A. Gothomp- son, S. & T., 740 >4 Thirty-eighth st., Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y.— Meets subject to call of the President at “The Plaza,’’ 141st st. and Edgecomb ave., New York City. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave., New York City; E. Neumueller, S. & T., 126 Union st., High Bridge, New York City. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall, 307 N. 7th st., 2d Saturday night of each month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited. There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF FREEPORT, ILL. — Meets 3d Friday night oi each month at I. O. O. F. Hall, 107 Stephenson st., Freeport, 111. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. & St. P.. C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres., 145 Delaware st., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st., Freeport, 111. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS* CLUB OF ATLANTA, GA.— Meets ad Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m., Federation Hall. All up- to-date O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livsey, Pres., East Point, Ga.; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716, Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Dita May West, S. & T-. 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUB (Chicago O. R. T. Club)— Meets 1st Saturday and 3d Thursday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. Matters of interest to all are discussed. C. L Craig, President, 6412 -South Sangamon st.. Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. & T., 2157 Ridge ave., Evanston, 111. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club)— Meets 8 p. m., 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. ,T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organ- ized more particularly in the interest of teleg- raphers employed by roads entering Denver, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President, 935 17th st, Denver, Colo.; D. O. Shoults, Secretary-Treas- urer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo. THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEGRA PHERS' CLUB — Meets 8 p. m., the second Friday of each month in Labor Temple, 14th st. and Woodland ave., Kansas City, Mo. John Hjalmer, President, 701 West Sixteenth st., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary- Treasurer, 1 1 18 Newton ave., Kansas *City, Mo. THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg- raphers’ Club) — Meets 8 p. m. the 1st and 3d Thursdays each month, at Assembly Room. Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackerman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha, Neb.; Jas. Frecder, S. & T., 4826 Poppleton ave., Omaha, Neb. All O. R. T. members are cordially in- vited to attend. This club is organized more particularly in the interest of telegraphers em- ployed on all roads entering Omaha. THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, ind.; E. H. Bout well, Secretary-Treasurer, Box 374, Wil- liamstown, Ky. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 3 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. the 3d Saturday of each month at Assembly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa. M. J. Collins, President, care of C. R. I. & P. Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West lath st., Des Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. the 3d Friday of each month at Room 12, 2d floor, Dows Block, 2d ave. and ad st, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. E. M. Harrington, President, Nevada, Iowa; J. L. Halpin, Secretary-Treas- urer, 512 South 14th st.. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 511 ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB— Meets the 3d Saturday evening of each - month at Robidoux Hotel, St Joseph, Mo.; L. B. Ockerman, President, 423 N. 19th st., St Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Ham- burg ave., St Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on sec- ond Thursday after the third Tuesday of each month at 8 o'clock p. m., at 514 Gaines at., Little Rock. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 1st Saturday after 3d Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p. m. at Ballingall Hotel, Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those connected with the C. M. & St. P., Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. Sc Q. Railways, are urged to attend these meetings. W. C. Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C. F. Ream, S. Sc T., Graham Flats, corner Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. second Sunday of each month at the Throop Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave., Topeka, Kan. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized in the interest of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island, Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter- ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining to the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover, President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R. A. Powell, S. I T., 812 West Third st., Topeka, Kan. THE PANHOMA TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB— Meets Saturday evening following the 21st of each month at Southern Hotel, El Reno, Okla. Special meetings subject to call of President. C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J. Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla., H. T. Snodgrass, Secretary-Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon- don st., El Reno, Okla. CHEMUNG TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB OF EL- MIRA, N. Y. — Meets subject to call of Presi- dent. M. G. Beach, Pres., R. D. No. a, Elmira, N. Y.; W. U. Phillips, Sec.-Treas., Horse Heads, N. Y.; B. H. Youmans, First Vice-Pres., Gil- lett. Pa.; G. C. Lacey, Second Vice-Pres., n6V£ Hospital pi., Sayre, Pa. ; C. H. Nagle, Third Vice-Pres., Elmira, N. Y. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boston Sc Albany Railway — Thos. M. Conlin, Gen'l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mass.; L. G. Mambert, Gen'l S. & T., Box 105, Woronoco, Mass. Boston Terminal Co. — E. L. Gilley, Gen’l Chair- man, Holbrook, Mass. Boston Sc Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen’l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of B. Sc M. Ry., Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen'l (Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair- man Point du Chene, N. B.; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen'l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A. A. Leonard, Gen'l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; E. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee, 81 Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair- man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad — E. J. Manion, Gen’l Chairman, 537 Howard ave., New Haven, Conn.; M. W. Handy, Secretary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Conn. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, 111. Digitized by v^ooQle

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512 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. E. B. SMITH President P. O. Box 716, Atlanta, Ga. MRS. J. E. BLACKFORD. .Fourth Vice-President Orland, Cal. MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCE. Grand Sec.-Treas. 2021 Longwood St., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. J. B. BENHAM Fifth Vice-President Mankato, Kan. MRS. E. L. MATHIS First Vice-President Greenfield, Tenn. MRS. FRANK OUELLETT. .Sixth Vice-President Box 57, Tecumseh, Ontario, Can. MRS. H. P. BILSON Second Vice-President 1 13 Oakley Ave., Arlington, Baltimore, Md. MRS. T. M. BOYD Seventh Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. J. J. CAMPBELL.... Third Vice-President North Bay, Ontario, Canada. MRS. J. H. McLEAN Eighth Vice-President L’Anse, Mich. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Ave., Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. J. R. Hefner, Secretary, Monticello, 111. Mrs. A. Houston, Nashville, Ont., Can. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen Centerville, S. D. Mrs. G. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J. All correspondence for The Telegrapher should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, St. Louis, Mo., so that it will reach him not later than the 5th of the month. Local No. 2, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gen’l Chairman, Centerville, S. D. ; Miss Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 9, O. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meeting subject to call. Mrs. L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind., Gen’l Chairman; Mrs. R. C. Pender, Gen’l S. & T., 429 West Sycamore st., Greensboro, N. C. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 13a — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gcn’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C. Local No. 5, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System. Meets upon call. Mrs. Nora M. Joyce, Gcn’l Chairman, Chitten- ango Station, N. Y.; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gen’l S. & T., Kirksville, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 113- Covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y.; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen’l S. & T., South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14 — Cuvers the Norfolk & Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman, 21 10th ave., S. W. Roanoke, Va. ; Mrs. Una T. Burton, Gen’l S. & T., Graham, Va. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31 — Covers the Missouri Pacific System. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence. Gen’l S. & T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Balti- more & Ohio Ry» System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Laura Bilson, Gen’l Chairman, 3 Virginia ave., near Park Heights, Baltimore, Md.; Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Gen’l S. & T., 2021 Longwood st., Walbrook, Balti- more, Md. Local No. 12, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Smithville, Ga. Local No. i“3, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets sub- ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Wiki son, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky.; Mrs. J. W. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14, O. R. T. Division 93 — Covers the Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gen’l S. & T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. 15, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen’l S. & T., Fl$t 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. ocal No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets 2d Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall No. Digitized by Google

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513 Tjie Railroad Telegrapher. a, Fraternity Hall, 2224 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mrs. G. W. Hilley, 6 Grant ave., Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, GcnM S. & T., 1034 Bergen st., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 17, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacific Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. W. H. Alli- son, Gen’l Chairman, 68 Melbourne ave., Toronto, Ont.; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen’l S. & T., Verona, Ont. ' Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53— Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. H. & S. A. Ry. Meeting subject to call of GcnM Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen’l '’Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen*l S. & T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130 — Covers the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. & T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. 20, O. R. T. Division 5 — Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, DcQuincey, La.; Mrs. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. 2 1, O. *R. T. Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, Gen’l Chair- man, Elwood, N. J. ; Mrs. Helena D. Ilitchner, Gen’l S. & T.,. Pitman, N. J. Local No. 22, O. R. T. Division 126 — Covers the Chicago. Rock Island and Pacific System. Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mis. J. A. Tracy, Gen’l Chairman, Calhan, Colo.; Mrs. C. H. Meador, Gen’l S. & T., Minco, Okla. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 81 — Covers the Colorado Midland Ry. System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Alice Loveland, Gen’l Chairman, Granite, Colo.; Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen’l S. & T., Cascade, Colo. Digitized by kjooole

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 97 You’ll Need a New Watch Suppose the watch in- spector on your railroad said this to you — it would mean a big expense — if you carry anything but a Studebaker. The Studebaker is sold with a certificate that guar- antees you against all such expense. If requirements change or you go to a new road within five years, and we can’t make the Stude- baker conform to the change, WE GIVE YOU A NEW WATCH FREE. Railroad Watch Think of a watch that takes six months to build and then six months more to test and regulate — longer than it takes to build a locomotive. The Studebaker is the only watch backed by a five years* railway watch insurance policy. You cannot afford to take chances on having to buy a new watch. The Studebaker certifi- cate protects you. Write for our free book, “How Good Watches Are Made.” It is brimful of inter- esting watch information. We’ll also send you a copy of the certificate. Your jewelercan prob- 1 ably show you the Stude- baker. If not, we’ll send you the name of one who can. THE SOUTH BEND WATCH COMPANY 3 Rivers St., SOUTH BEND, IND. S. One of the 38 Styles The Superb Wing Shipped to You 17DI717 ABSOLUTELY F IvHiIli We, the manufacturers of Wing Pianos lor 41 years will send you a genuine Wing Piano or Player Piano tested and guaranteed hy us without one penny from you. We will ship the piano free with all freight paid in advance by us. You are not out one cent in money or trouble. This offer is backed by* a 40 year guarantee by the manufacturer ami places you in the very same position as if you were a dealer. You buy at exactly the same price that any dealer must pay. You do business direct with a factory that has sent out more than 4.r>. 000 pianos. Remember, we pay all freight. No interest charged. No payment down. No deposit. Not a cent until end of four weeks absolutely free trial in your own home and then nothing unless you are absolutely satisfied— and you are the judge. Greatest Piano Offer the greatest, the most tremendous, the most amazing offer ever made in the history of the Piano. A simply paralyzing offer— yes, the most gigantic of ultra-liberal offers. Just think of it!— your choice of 38 styles of the superb Wing for four full weeks in your own home without paying us a penny. Don't fail to inves- tigate this amazing free shipment offer. If you send coupon at once you may have the Wing equipped with our wonderful Instru- mental Accompaniment without extra charge— giving the effect of the guitar, harp, zither banjo and mandolin. Send Coupon (orPostal) NOW for ‘The Book of Complete Information About Pianos” The N. Y. World says: “This is a book of educational interest every one should own.*' Would you like to know all about pianos, how to judge tbe fine points of quality and price in buying a piano? Then send the coupon for the piano book which we are sending out FREE for the present. You will be astonished at the amount of information about piano quality ami piano prices, and how to avoid the deceptions of thopiano salesmen. The Coupon brings this 156-page book FREE. This is a magificent book, a complete encyclopedia on the piano: posts you on the making of a piano Jr ¥7* ¥"fr ¥7^ ¥7* from start to finish and how to judge the £ F f\, I"1 . r*. fine points of a piano. Free and prepaid, f _ T _ m T provided you write at one*. With this Jr Fiano book we will send free our beauti- f ul catalog showing new art styles and Xiy o O full explanation of our Rock-Bottom yy mflf 0£ Prices on the Wing Piano. Just drop jf , aca\ a postal or a letter, or mail the _♦ .... _'"1* coupon without any letter. Write f Wing Bldg., 9th Ave. Now. f and 13th St. / Dept. 2583 .New York, N.Y. / Gentlemen: — Wjl bout any /F.i.hii.uj / obligations to purchase or pay (Established loboj f for anything, please send me Win? Building / free and prepaid “The Book of vying DUllOing # Complete Information About 5Jtn Avenue and <pr Pianos.” A Iso send full particulars 13th Street / of your Free Shipment offer on the _ / Wing Piano and catalog of lutest art Dept. 2583 #/ styles. New York / N.Y. Wing & Son / Add r]GS^. ...... by.! e

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. TYPEWRITER SENSATION Buys a genuine Stand- ard No. 2 SMITH- PREMIER Typewriter and at $72.20 less than the manufac- turer’s price. Never before has anything like this been attempted. Dealers get 13.00 a month rent for this make of machine not nearly as perfect as the one we will send you, and you pay only TWO DOLLARS A MONTH AND OWN IT. SEND THE COUPON AND WE WILL SHIP YOU THIS SMITH-PREMIER TYPEWRITER When the typewriter arrives, deposit with the express agent $7.80 and take the typewriter three days and try it. If you find it to be the best typewriter you ever saw, satisfactory in every respect, keep it and send us $2.00 each month, until our special price of $27.80 is paid. If you, don't want to keep it, return it to the express agent, and he will give you back your $7.80, and return the typewriter to us. We will pay the return express charges. You won't want to send this machine back after you have seen it and tried it. You can't imagine the perfection of these machines till you see one, and the price is $72.20 less than the catalogue price, and it is guaranteed just as if you paid $100.00. Perfect machines only, complete outfit, nothing extra to buy, no strings of any kind to this offer. Just think of buying such a typewriter for $7.80 down and $2.00 a month. Thousands of people have paid $100.00 cash for Smith-Premiers. It’s standard, by many considered the best typewriter ever built. A key for each character, so each character is always the same; a type brush for cleaning the type built into the machine; the tilting carriage; comes to you with tools, rubber cover, everything ready. It runs beautifully. It's wonderfully simple and strong. It will last a lifetime. I sold a s'milar supply of these beautiful machines about a year ago through the R. R. Telegrapher to everybody's satisfaction. Only 200 orders will be filled on this offer. Act today to be sore The coupon states the terms. Fill it out, send it now. today. You can't lose, and it's the greatest economical typewriter opportunity you will ever have. . HARRY A. SMITH, No. 180 R. R. North Dearborn Street, Chicago. III. Ship me a No. 2 Smith-Premier f. o. b. Chicago, as described In this advertisement. I will deposit with the express agent $7.80 and pay you the $20.00 balance of the special $27.80 purchase price, at the rate of $2 00 per month. The title to remain In you until fully paid for. It Is understood that I have three days in which to examine and try the typewriter. If I choose not to keep It I will carefully repack It and return It to the express agent, who is to return my $7.80. It is understood that you give the standard guarantee for Shipping Point. Digitized by v^ooQle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 99 AGENTS ® SALESMEN This is an opportunity for you to make &'5000 this year as a high grade salesman. No experience necessary. No delay. No charge for Territory. No competition. Exclusive field. Success assured. Remarkable offer. Read every word carefully. Get an appointment and get started without delay. We are appointing men every day to. manage our business in local territories. We need good, honest men who are willing to work — and we will give you today this opportunity to An amazing scientific in- vention. Endorsed by physi- cians. athletes, actresses, judges, and thousandsof men and women who hnvo used it. Agents and Salesmen are wir- ing orders. Enthusiasm is Unbounded. Every man and woman making money Cast and easy 100,000 already sold, 1,- 000,000 to be sold this y experience required. We want appll cations from men and women in un wcupied territory every- where — clerks, teachers, mechanics, farmers, etc., wo., — all can make money on this grand, new, easy selling plan. Act today. Put your name tad address en a poval ran) and mall It at once. Find out all about this tremendous opportunity.

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100 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Digitized by Google If Your Neighbor Discovered Gold In his front yard, would you plant grass seed, or would you dig ? Well, then, when your neighbor discovers that the new Model X “Vibroplex” not only relieves him from fatigue, but satisfies all the requirements of clear and accurate transmission, why don’t you send for our descriptive circular and let us show you why the Model X “Vibroplex” is the best transmitting machine on the market? The Model X embodies all of the good qualities of the older model, and, in addition, has an improve- ment which places it far in the lead of all other sending machines. This is the one contact point feature, which removes the tendency to adjust the instrument unequally. It insures clear signals and uniform spacing, and the instrument is placed in your hands with an adjustment for a speed of 18 letter P’s in ten seconds. Remember, this machine was devised, and is manufactured by the originator of the idea of transmitting machines, HORACE G. MARTIN, and he keeps the lead which he got at the start. 1 E » II Model X Single Lever The Climax in Trans- mitter Design “A Thing of Beauty and a Joy For- Ever.” Test Horace G. Martin’s “Vibroplex” T1ADE MARK Price, $12.00 Nlckd Pla.ed 14 00 J. E. ALBRIGHT, Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX. 253 Broadway, New York Superb for Wireless The Very Best by Every Genuine Old-Style Single Lever Horace G. Martin Vibroplex. Japanned Base, $10.00 Nickel Plated Base. $12.00

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 101 ■ rBuy That Typewriter The Railroad Telegrapher Fox Typewriter Co. 3603-3613 Front Avenue Grand Rapids Michigan Name Right Here Is Your Chance HERE IS THE PROPOSITION: We want no money in advance— simply your permission to ship the typewriter for trial. Take it to your office or home and use it for ten days, exactly the name as though it was your own property— compare it with any, or all other typewriters with which you aro familiar-ask your friends their opinion of it. After ten days if the typewriter is not entirely satisfactory— and we will ask you no questions why— you can send it back at our expense and the deal will be closed. If purchased, you can send us n small amonnt at end of the ten days’ trial and then a few dollars monthly until paid in full. If you wish to pay all cash you can deduct 5 per ce'nt. Did you ever have a fairer proposition made to yon— ran you even ask for a fairer one? Look at the illustration of our New Fox Visible Typewriter, model No. 24, and compare it with any other typewriter you have ever seen or used. Here is a really Visible Typewriter— note that the writing line is on top in plain view, and that the type bars rise from whore they are lying and strike the platen in full view of the operator and ill a direct line of vision, and that all of what you have written remains in full sight until the paper has been removed from the typewriter. Compare this with those old-style typewriters that some typewriter concerns are still advertising as “visible,” but on which the writing line is beneath the type bars, and you have to look down into them— or between them— to try and see what you have written. In addition to the above features the Fox Visible Typewriter has a Rack Space Key, Tabulator, Two- color Riblxm with Automatic Movement and Removable Spools. Interchangeable Carriages and Platens, Card Holder, Stencil Cutting Device, Variable Line Spacer and Line Lock with Key Release. This is the Fox Typewriter, the typewriter we manufacture— this is the typewriter that we will send to any reader of The Railroad Telegrapher anywhere in the United States, all express charges fully paid— no deposit required— no "red ta]>e”— no delay— no obligation to buy, and. if purchased after trial, you can pay us a little down— whatever you can spare— and the balance in small monthly payments. Local Agents Wanted — Samples at Wholesale We still have left just a few of those Fox Visible Typewriters that we told you about last month that have been used slightly for demonstration and for show Curposes. These typewriters are not second-hand nor rebuilt and positively could not* e told from new by anyone. The Operator who needs a typewriter and does not write us about this stock is passing up — ... — — — S' Sad Me Special Offer .» Operators sure and write todav. Digitized by Google

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102 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. MEMBERS OF THE 0. R. T., ATTENTION! C. We want every one of you to read carefully the following: it will prove of vital interest to you. CL We have been pleased to serve many of you in the past and this year we are better prepared than ever to give you the best value for your money. C. Here are only a few illustrations taken from our beautiful Illustrated Catalogue. 20% DOWN— 10% PER MONTH CL You can be absolutely sure of the genuineness of any diamond we sell. If you can duplicate it for the price at you dealer’s we will take it back and refund your money. Our diamonds are sold with a written guarantee. We import in the rough and polish them here, saving you the middleman’s profit. SIND TODAY for Catalogue 78, SEND FOR IT NOW. It contains hundreds of illustrations, giving prices, etc. J. M. LYON & CO.a 71-73 Nassau StM New York ESTABLISHED 1843 When You Buy a Mill It will pay you to consider the following merits of the Model 10 Visible It is the only typewriter having one key for every character. This makes it the easiest machine to learn and one of the simplest to operate. It is the only typewriter on which everything is visible , from each and every character on the keyboard to the writing on the paper. It has a light touch, an easy action, reliability in service, and comparative noiselessness . It never interferes with the sounder. These qualities make the Smith Premier mill a special favorite with telegraphers. W rite to us for our easy payment terms. Smith Premier D ep a r t m e n t Remington Typewriter Company (IncoTDorated) 325-331 Broadwayy New York

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 103 The 1913 Arrow With the Wonderful Aviation Type Motor' 50 And the Arrow 7 Month Motorcycle Is Yours DEALER'S CREDIT This offer is to quickly place ARROWS in every locality. We give you the same terms we allow to deal- ers. just requiring a part payment with plenty of time to pay the rest. Send for free catalogue today— don’t wait. Ride Your Motorcycle While You Are Paying For It There is no need for you to wait until you have all the money before you buy a motorcycle. Wc will ship the wonderful Arrow to youV and let you pay for it a little at a time. The Arrow is guaranteed throughout^ We give you an Iron-clad guarantee that we will replace free of charge anyX . part of the Arrow that breakB within five years because of defective work manship. You run no risk in buying an Arrow. ^ l Tvn A Mntnr A motor just like the bird men uscl^^cO^r I lypc muiui That’s why its called the aviation typeVfgo^^ M . motor. You know how perfect the motor on an aeroplane must be - how it must be subject to chang«^^£C molt at the slightest touch. That’s the kind of a motor we have put into the Arrow. The inlet and out-^rSy^r 2825 W. let valves— the roller bearings— the automatic oiling system— tnegear drives for the magneto— cast-^^V^r n ings- everything - is entirely of new and original design. The aviation type motor is uept. ZooJ. most powerful motor put into any motorcycle, yet it is the most easily controlled. You can^r Gentlemen* hardly hear it running across the street. * . . Withou Send Us The Coupon RIGHT AWAY ^ gation on me please send Just put your mime and address on the coupon and mail it at 1912 catalogue with complete ii Even though you are not thinking of buying a motorcycle right now Ber.d an^r<£y^r ubout your wonderful Aviation T get our catalogue and full particulars. , ‘ ^/used on the Arrow. Also tell about If you ever expect to own a motorcycle you should got our cata-^v? y.^v pnum,.n* p-:,.., nffor logue. Let ua tell you all about the wonderful Aviation Type Motory^V*^^Bottom Payment Price Oner, which is used on the Arrow. Mail the coupon right away while our rock bottom easy payment price offer is still open. This offer mayyr not appear again. Jr ^rNwne Arrow Motorcycle Co. Xa Dept. 2583, 2825 W. 19th St. / Chicago, III. pAorsIt •Drqitizetf’fr

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4 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Don’t Pump Your Life Away On a Hand Gar or Velocipede When You Gan RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE ililw . . The No. 2 Rockford Motor Car is a light, speedy, serviceable Run- about for the rails. Simple in construction, easy to operate, easy to pay for. Dignify your work and make it a pleasure by owning one. Let us tell you about it. Address Dept. A. No. a ROCKFORD CAR CHICAGO PNEUMATIC TOOL CO. CHICAGO :: Branches Everywhere :: NEW YORK Ideal Operator’s Car U IS THE STR0N8EST. LIGHTEST CAR KMOWH This single-seated car Is fitted with ball- bearings. rubber tires, and detachable luggage basket and tool bag completely equipped. It Is built to suit any gauge. When made for standard (4x8% _ _ inches) gauge or wider, the front wheels may V. be folded back under L B the car, reducing it to yfCSl a m«*re compact form y/| for handling or storing. // / ___ These cars possess abundant strength and durabi lity, and are j widely used on rough mountain railroads and ^ logging and mining roads, which abound in M steep grad- s and sharp curves. They are gear- ed to suit grade con- ditions. The standard f ear is 62; option 62, 68 and 73. Its net weight s sixty-five pounds. It may be fitted with our detachable front ■eat, which weighs but fifteen pounds. This remarkable testimonial is from A. F. Grey. Aeent. N. Y.. N. H. & H. R. R., Charles River, Mass. — “The car is a wonder. It hasn’t cost me one a A cent for repairs since I first had it. and sum? /' \\ mer and winter I have \ made five miles per vf 1 \ MRgMjak day, including Sun- Tri — \PliPl days. In other words, I have ridden 6666 m i 1 e 8 without even having to tighten a nut. What surprised me 19 most of all, was the k m fact that the car rode gracefully over half an ™ch of snow on top of rails. One hundred dollars would not buy my car today, unless I knew that you were still in business and could ship another promptly.” Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR CO* Hagerstown, Ind* U. S. A Digitized by Google

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When addresting our advertisers, please mention The Railroad 'telegrapher. TELEGRAPHERS! Get This New 64-Page Free Book on Expert Typewriting Every telegrapher, every man or woman contemplating becoming a telegrapher, every beginner should send today for this free book on the Tullosa Touch System of Expert Type- writing. To the telegrapher, it points the way to a better position, a bigger salary, tells how to become an expert. To the young man or woman who wants to become an expert operator — to the beginner — it will point out the surest way, the quickest way, the only right way to learn typewriting, and fit yourself for the big-paying position of an expert. PACKED WITH VITAL TYPE- WRITING SECRETS This book tells more about actual, practical fast typewriting than the best Instruction book you could buy. It clearly and specifically describes the Tulloss Touch System. Tells how thousands of operators all over the country have mastered this easy and practical system, and how you, too, can learn it and reach the speed and salary of the expert. It tells how hundreds of beginners have started by the Tulloss Touch System, have mastered it and gono into high salaried positions right at the start. It tells how speed is gained, how mistakes may be prevented, w’hat kind of practioe work is best; 64 pages in all, of useful, valuablo hints and helps. Any telegrapher or beginner could well afford to pay for a copy — surely you will not pass by this opportunity to get one absolutely free. “More Money for Telegraphers” — ask for it. Tells how we have brought high speed to many telegraphers, increased their salaries, and bettered their positions in life. THE TULLOSS TOUCH SYSTEM can be learned during your spare time if you are alreadv a ‘ Mill” operator, and will enable you to make the change from sight to touch without losing a day from your regular work. It will give you the soeed and accuracy of the expert. Will bring you the increased salary of the expert. Easy, simple and practical, it can be quickly mastered by any operator. If you are a beginner, the Tulloss Touch System can be taken up and learned at your own home, or in connection writh your regular work during spare moments. Learn the touch system, or if already a touch writer, increase your speed by a study of this system, and you can turn out more tvork and better work — can take direct from the wires on your machine. The Tulloss Touch System makes typewriting easy, inter- esting, reduces it to a science. Your are not com- polled to keep your eyes trained on the paper all the time — to watch for mistakes— to see that you have written the right letters. * Learn the Tulloss Touch System and you can * »*V write with your eyes closed. It relieves your eyes ' of that constant strain — rests them. Does away 1 with the ”end-of-the-day” headache. Send for my 64-page free book on expert type- writing today. Make your work easier, more interesting — learn the right way. GET SPEED! AND THE Typewriting Speed Pays And pays well. The experts, the high sala- ried telegraphers, are always in demand, and draw big salaries because they are speedy and accurate. They are Bpeedy and accurate because they use the touch system. Learn the touch system yourself — do not be satisfied with your present speed, with your present typewriting ability. In a few short weeks, without interfering with your present work, you can learn this simple, easy speed-increasing and salary- raising system. If you are a beginner, start note to learn the touch system. Start right in the beginning. Don’t lose any more time, or let any more good posi- tions get away from you — fit yourself for a high-salaried position. Become an ex- pert. Trade a minute of your time now for an expert's salary later. The Tulloss School of Touch Typewriting . 243 College Hill, SPRINGFIELD, OHKX^^X Send This «chwl*Vf Coupon Touch Typewriting, now s®<2: Please send me. free of all charge, your book on Expert Typewriting and “More Money for Telegraphers. ’ r # Digitized, by. ;

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i6e When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ach If you are sincere and real! that you mean bubim>8.\Vt‘\n office 466 THEN LISTEN! You can have it if you will put your name and address on a postal card today and mail it to us at once. We will put you in your own, quick-paying business where you will make $5 to $20 a day. You can do it just the same as our other men. Here are some late reports: Cable of Wyo.. writes: Made $27.00 in 2 hours." Bryant, of Colo., made $16.00 in 6 hours. Evans, of Miss., says: “Made $15.75 last Tuesday.” Perry, of Ky.. Made $50.00 in 2 days. " Hundreds of actual.bona fide letterslike theseon file. Now is your chance to get out of the “time clock” line and the “pay envelope" brigade. Be a one minute photo- grapher. New business— tremendous opportunities— the world for your field— travel or at home— all or spare time— big. quick, clean profits at private houses, parties, picnics, on the street, in the small towns, in great cities, at fairs, carnivals, conventions, reunions, street parades, aviation meets. etc. etc.. — NO EXPER- IENCE NEEDED— profits begin at once — firstday— first minute —and you Make 500 % on Every Sale. Don’t delay — don’t wait- act— write at once for complete free information about The“Mandel” Post Card Machine New invention — wonderful machine that takes, fin- ishes and delivers five different styles of photos. Turns out origi- nal post card photos (also button pictures) at the rate of three a minute EIGHT ON THE SPOT WHERE YOU TAKE THEM. Wonderful, new. photographic process— startling— sensational— Photos Direct on Post Cards Without Plates, Films, Printing or Dark Room hine is everything in one — a complete, portable post card gallery. Excites interest, arrests attention, compels immediate orders from every onlooker. SMALL CAPITAL STARTS YOU. Sale of supplies that come to you with outfit practically gives you back entire investment— and you have the business clear and fully established. You begin making money the same day the outfit arrives. Immediate sales— immediate profits. t i 1 "y want to make $2,00 this year— DO NOT DELAY— show us that you are in earnest— 1 fchow you how to Kt*i the money \V rite now -at ouce. Information Is 1IU E. Address either THE CHICAGO FERROTYPE CO. Ferrotype Bldg., Chicago. Ill, Dept. 466. Public Bank Bldg. New York “Taking it on the Mill" • ' beats pushing a pen all hollow, especially if your mill is a Remington Visible Model 10 Since the writing machine was first used for wire work, the telegrapher has never found a “mill” to equal the Remington. Remington superiority is today more E renounced than ever, now that te- igraphers have learned how far the Visible Model 10 Remington sur- passes every other typewriter they have ever used, including even that grand old “mill” — the Remington No. 6. * Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) NI A tv Va*I/ a m /I C tiaatftult AWA

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 107 GUARANTEED America's Greatest Thin Model raifiTT| 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE, LEVER SET, Complete In AAAnr 25-Year Plain /{) Polished or Vmlrl mmm Hand-Engraved Case vF V """ Read the Factory Descri No. 1007 SPECIAL GUARANTEED 25 YEARS WRITE Today lor FREE CATALOG tion of this Fine Watch: Pendmnt winding, 21 Ruby and Sapphire Jewels, Gold Jewel Settings, Double-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and cap- jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance, Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochronism, five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self -locking setting device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving inlaid with gold, plates beautifully demaskeened and finely finished. SJK^NoMopcyDoMi,$5a Month 4- We have only a limited, number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you wish to carry the very best watch made, you should get your order to us before the present supply is exhausted. Remember this is a genuine 21 jewel, thin rhodel Elgin, guaranteed to pass rail- road inspection anywhere*in the world. Every one of these * watches is thoroughly Timed and Factory Inspectedand carries with it an official time rating card from B| S* the Factory. Let us send yon one days approval. Send the Coupon TODAY. HARRIS-GOAR CO. &V / / / / Dept. 826 Kansas City, Mo. Tea House That Sells Mows fooiH Watches Thar Aky Other Firm nr the Woeld. s**? Digitized by VjOOQLC

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108 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. This ^ Bunch 1 of Tires ’ \ Will \ Make Several 111 Dollars WM Profit i Buslnear Keeps Comug Vt.mREPAimSJIMS business in your town. Open your pockets. Let the dollars pour in. Act quick. Every auto sold means more tires to mend. Auto- mobile business is growing fast- enormous field for tire repairing. Punctures and blowouts are oom- mon. Tires need retreading and J vulcanizing. So me th ing going ^ wrong all the time. Thousands r forced to buy new tires because they rcan’tget old ones fixed. Think of the I °ld bicycle days — repair shops on every Corner— all making money— busy day and night. Autos make same proposition over again— only ten times bigger and better. Users of Haywood Tire Repair Plants are making big money. Johnson. Tex., writes “1 made as high as $18 profit in a day.*' Another man who bought a plant Septem- ber 1911. writes he has cleared over $3000.00. That’s going some ! Operate a plant as side line in connection with auto business— garage or as an independent business. Find neighborhood where there’s a bunch of autos— get all the steady business besides transient work. Experience un- necessary. You learn quick. Simply follow direc- tions—practice a few days on a couple of old tires •and you’ll be ready to coin money. Business comes fast and easy. Repair Tires at Home. Jnd'bW?'^ pair father’s tires— get money he pays garage man. Get the neighbors work. Make money to attend college or to start a garage and repair business. Auto owner*— repair your own tires — save money— pay for your outfit in short time We have outfits for home use. Any- how investigate. Send today for catalogue. See the wonderful possibilities in this marvelous field. Learn of the enormous money making opportunities in this fascinating new business. HAYWOOD TIRE & EQUIPMENT CO. 622 Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. This Man Is Making Money The New Money Making Bu*i- ness. Start Now. Pa touted Sept. 7, 1909. Other patents pending. HERE'S THE KEY YOU NEED! The CONKLING KEY=Number 3 A BATTERY TRANSMITTER WITHOUT A BATTERY atifically correct— that is so constructed it can not split dots? makeshift key. The Conkling Key costa no more and la infinitely Why not have the key that is eaiantifi* Don’t waste time and money on a pr* . A AA Prepaid If cash accompanies the order, and JL I lCv JL your money back if Key is not as represented. Send for descriptive circular. Agents wanted In ail principal telegraph and railroad centers. ELECTRO-DOT MANUFACTURING COMPANY, . Pittsfield, Mass* For Pittsburgh and Penns. Lines West, address Lock Box 404 North Side, Pittsburgh, Pa. 1

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When addressing our advertiser*, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 100 Reaping Rewards from Resolutions By FRANKLIN O. KING Do you Remember That Old Story about Robert Bruce and the Spider? Robert was hiding in a Cave. His Enemies Had Him “In the Hole,” Temporarily, So to Speak, As It Were. While Reflecting on the Rocky Road to Royalty , Robert, the Bruce, Espied a Spider Spinning His Web Over the Entrance to the Cavern. Nine Times Did the Spider Swing Across the Opening in a Vain Attempt to Effect a Landing, but the Tenth Time he Touched the Home Plate, and Robert, admir- ing the Persistence of the Insect, Cried Out loud — “Bravo,” Two or Three Times, One Right After the Other. Shortly After That Bruce Got Busy and Captured a Kingdom. All of This Preamble is Intended to Point a Moral, which Is — “If At First You Don’t Succeed, Slap on More Steam, and Sand the Track.’* In This Connection I want to Inquire about Your New Year’s Resolutions, and to Ask If You Have Kept the Faith, and If Not - Why Not? I Be - lieve the Pathway to Prosperity ia Paved with Good Resolutions. Therefore , let Us Re- solve, and Keep Resolv- ing until Victory is Perched on our Banners. Remember, You Have Fought Many a Victor- ious Waterloo that the World Knows Nothing About. The Man who Gets Up every Time He Falls Down Will Some Day Cease to be a “Fall Guy.” Good Resolu- tions Will Be Rewarded With Rich Realiza- tions, and It Shall Follow as the Night the Day. How Much Better Off are You than Last Year, or the Year Before That? Perhaps Your Wages are a Little Higher, but Have not Your Expenses More than Kept Pace with That Increase? Aren’t You Paying a Little More for Your Clothes and Your Meals, and don’t You Smoke More Expensive Cigars and more of Them than Formerly? If It Isn’t Cigars, It may be Something Else— Some More Expen- sive Habit. A Man Begins To Go Down Hill at Forty, and the time may come when a Younger Man — perhaps a Cheaper Man— will fill your job. The Man Who- Looks- Ahead will prepare him- self for that time by getting a Home. My advice to You, therefore, is to Get a Home while you are able to do so— and Begin Now. I would further advise you to Get a Home in the Gulf Coast Country of Texas. Since Investigating Conditions in the Rain Belt of Gulf Coast Texas, I have no Fear of Two Texas Gulf Products. Old Age or Poverty, because I know I can Take up a Few Acres down there and be Absolutely Independent . I am Firmly Con- vinced that with Average Intelligence and Average Industry , any Man who is now Work- ing His Head off in the North to make a Bare Living, where they Snatch One Crop between Snowstorms and Blizzards, can soon Lay Up a Nice Bank Account in the Winter Garden of America. Come to the Land of Least Resist- ance, where You can Grow Three Big Money- Making Crops a Year on the Same Soil and Without a Dollar’s Worth of Expense for Irri- gation or Fertilization. I believe you could save Twenty-Five Cents a Day if You Tried. I know you would Try if you Realized that our Growers of Figs, Strawberries and Early Vegetables clear a net profit of $34-0 to £300 an Acre. Men have Real- ized more than $1,000 an acre growing Oranges in our Country. Remember that our Early Vegetables get to North- ern Markets in Mid- Win- ter and Early Spring, when they command Top Prices. One German Truck Grower on adjoining lands last spring realized nearly $500 from three- fourths of an acre of Strawberries. You could do as well if you only Tried, and on a Ten-Acre Tract F I n d Financial Freedom. The Biggest Price paid for a car of watermelons on the Houston Market last year was $140. The car was shipped by the Danbury Fruit and Truck Growers* Association. We are situated within convenient shipping dis- tance of Three Good Rail- roads and iu addition to this have the inestimable Advantages of Water , Transportation through the Splendid Harbors of Galveston and Velasco, so that our Freight Rates are Cut Practically in Half. The Climate is Extremely Healthful and Superior to that of California or Florida- Winter or Summer — owing to the Constant Gulf Breeze. Our Contract Embodies Life and Accident Insurance, and should You Die or become totally disabled. Your family, or anyone else You name, will get the Farm without the Payment of Another Penny. If you should be Dissatisfied, we will Absolutely Refund your Money, as per the Terms of our Guarantee. Write for our Free Book, which contains nearly 100 Photographs of Growing Crops, etc. Fill Out the Blank Space below with your Name and Address, plainly written and mail it to the Texas-Gulf Realty Company, 144^ Peoples Gas Bldg., Chicago, 111. Read it Cafe- fully, then use your own Good Judgment. Pleasesend me your book "Independence With Ten Acres." Digitized by Google

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110 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. l rax ruswnw taauroscj fish fmntwi cwnvt cmucc SCUO CONFOPT ROCHE A PANTRY IN ITSELF f* ye. — ^U5GI9^Sg (J ljS65GI04 SOcasti 50eamontli 95 c jsh 60 a month Beautify Your Home Now PAY as YOU Are ABLE Don't be without the furniture and other things you bo dearly dedr® for your home — those things that mean bo much to your comfort an j happiness. It’s the easiest thing imagi liable to have everything you want. Just a small amount of money with order, other small amounts monthly — a year or longer to pay. How easy! QH (lave Eroa Trial We assume all the risk. Every- OU lldjh IlCU I lid I thing you order of ua sent on 30 days approval. You uae them, enioy them, makesorcyou like them. Unless perfectly satisfied you can return. We will refund every penny paid us and freight charges both ways. Write for Big Free Book OF BARGAINS ON CREDIT Shows everything you can possibly want for the home — Furni- ture, Hugs. Carpets. Tables, Beds, Kitchen Cabinets. Stoves — everything! Prices are atartlinyly low quality high. Choose your own payment terms. Witte today for our big "Home Makers' Book." Beautify your homo the easy way. UNDERSTAND BROTHER UNIONIST That the best made shoes — the shoes made under the best man- ufacturing conditions — the shoes that best stand wear — bear the Union Stamp, as shown herewith Ask your dealer for Union Stamp shoes, and if he cannot supply you write Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union 246 Summer Street • Boston, Mass. 334567890-;4poiuytrewqaedf ghjkl; e/. , mnbvoxz ( ) *{POIUYTREWQASDFGHJKL : 6$ *?MNBVCXZ L. C. Smith & Bro. , Don't suppose that it is any news to you how your maohinee stand up. The above shows the oondition of my maohine after eight years in a rail road telegraph offioe where it was common property with all the operators. A competitor of yours told me when I bought my Smith that it would be alright for a while but would not etand up after a time. I have never spent a oent for repairs and it ie as good to day as it ever was and I would not trade it for any other make on the market for $10.00 boot. Toure truly, W. A. Downey, Agent. C. B. & Q, R. R. Pleasant Dale, Neb., 12/18-13. THIS TELLS THE STORY Write for free book to L. C. Smith A Bros. Typewriter Company, Syr souse, N. Y,

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Ill University Instruction At Home it Learn law in the greatest law school for home study in the world. Many brilliant lawyers studied law at home. Resolve NOW to take advantage of our remarkable offer to give you a complete three years* course without charge. Read the offer, then clip the coupon at the bottom of the page and send it to us at ONCE. Superior Advantages of Our School We have ten years of successful experience in teaching law by cor- respondence. We have a large and distinguished' faculty and staff of special lecturers — men whose prominence insures efficient service. We are the only school that actually combines the case and text book method of instruction— same as Harvard, Colum- bia, Michigan and other big universities. Our course ^adapted for men who want to prepare for the practice of law, or for men who want legal knowledge for business purposes. We have the simple, easy and direct method of law instruction. Our course has brevity and conciseness— takes only your spare time. Our Gnat Scholarship Offer At this particular time we offer you a ftniftka credit vslaed at $100 absolutely without charge. 1 This tuition credit entitles you to a complete three years* course in our School— Lectures, I Faculty Talks, Examinations and the services of our Consulting.Department. We are doing this for ■ advertising purposes. The offer is open for a limited time only. Take advantage of this remarkable oppor- ■ Vanity NOW. Get your tuition in n grout law school— the greatest in the world— without a cent of coat to you. Your only expense will be tor text and postage. This offer la limited *> get particulars at once— mail the oonpon now— thia very day. We Furnish This Magnificent LAW LIBRARY With Every SCHOLARSHIP This magnificent set of law books, complete in twelve volumes, covers all the subjects of law. It is written so you can understand every detail of the most complex law problems. The original cost ~ J of thislibrary wasover $50,000.00. Constant revision insures everything being strictly up-to-date. ^ With the aid of these splendid volumes you will grasp tho subject of law In a surprisingly snort time InfftHHUtiilH DIICIMPCC I At U rmiRQr We have a coarse for those who do not Intend to ** w w I IV L99 LAW vUUI«9L practice law. but who want a knowledge of law for business purposes. You should know the law even if you never expect to practice at the bar. Ignor- " ft II IS A A * the mw excuses no one. No knowledge more Important or practical. To know the.law is . We Guarantee To coach free any graduate failing to pan bar examina- tion. Oar count* coven ail branches of American Law end include* same •Indies as leading Law School*. anoe of the law excuses no one. No knowledge more important or practical. To know the law is * a liberal education In itself. It sharpens the roaton.b road ens the mind and perfects the memory. Knowing law U the beat guarantee of euceeea in any business. AmgrlcgO CoiTCSpon* Mall PnimAii TArlsv Put your name and address on ▲ dance School of Law, IfcgL mail voupon loaay this coupon and send it tout zsaaiMtottniiA tteni today. It will bring our big 130-page catalog FREE. In it is a ^ ^ ' splendid art icle on *The Importance of a Law Education.” We Gentlemen: Without any obllga- wi 1 1 also tell you of our special scholarship offer. Remem- ▼ tlons on me whatsoever, please send bet. this offer entitle* you to • complete three-year cooree in onr me your catalogue and partionlan of school oboo.uUly unOurut charge. Offer is limited— send nn« L 1 »-*- — t charge. Offer is limited— send coupon now. American Correspondence School of Law A Manhattan Building, Dept 2583 Chicago, III. your scholarship offer. "•rgttirscrft

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112 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DDArNCSS SUCCESSFULLY TREATED By the Simplest Method Yet Discovered Ninety-five per cent of the cases of deafness brought to our attention are the result of chronic catarrh of the throat and middle ear. The air passages become dogged by catarrhal deposits, stopping the action of the vibratory bones. Until these deposits are removed relief is impossible. The inner ear can not be reached by probing or spraying, hence the inability of specialists to always y—vl give relief. Neither can /. m ear drums cure deafness. /A |§| That there is a successful A treatment for deafness \m\ W « Si £% and catarrh is demonstra- \ 1 \ f \ ted every day by the use \ I \J IL U of “Actina.** The vapor \\ generated in the “Actina” 11 passes through the Eus- \\ tachian tubes into the U — i middle ear, removing the lfb 1 catarrhal obstructions and i f / loosens up the bones (ham. if / mer, anvil and stirrup) VJ * » *** the inner car* making ^1 \ them respond to the 1 vibrations of sound. “Ao „ n V, _ rr tina” is also very succeaa- aa' -j c c?”1 >.c ful in relieving ringing An.vlJ'S' SftrTr^/'/£i£^^m nobes in the head. We circular Canals; C. Cochlea. ^ known people afflict- ed with this distressing trouble for years to be relieved by a few weeks’ use. “Actina” has also been very successful in the treatment of hay fever, asthma, bronchitis, sore throat, weak lungs, colds, headache, and other troubles thit are directly or indirectly due to catarrh. “Actina” can be used with perfect safety by every member of the family, for any affliction of the ear, throat or head. FREE TRIAL of the Actina is given in every case. Send for our FREE TRIAL offer and valuable FREE BOOK. Address Actina Appliance Co, Dept. 26D, 811 Walnut St, Kansas City, Mo. 1 mu

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 113 The Untrained Man The Trained Man Your Future Depends ■ On Yourself A few years hence, then what? Will you still be an untrained, underpaid laborer, or will you be a specialist in your chosen line of work where you can earn more in one day than the untrained man earns in a week? Your future depends upon yourself. You must decide now. To hesitate, to put it off, or to be undecided means that you must plod the hard road of disappointment, poverty, and failure. To mark and mail the attached coupon is the first step to promotion and success. The only way to keep out of the dollar-a-day class is to get the special training that will command the attention and a better salary from the man higher up. The International Correspondence Schools have shown to thousands the way to positions of power and increased salaries. They can do the same for you. Your future is before you. Are you inter- ested enough in it to learn how the I. C. S. can fit you for a real big job? No matter where you live, how little you earn, or what your previous education has been, the I. C. S. have a way of helping you. For over 21 years the I. C. S. have been helping young men to increase their earn- ings and to rise to positions that insure a better income. The 400 or more letters that are sent to us every month reporting increased salaries, prove our ability to help you. Choose a high-salaried future and Mark and Mail the Coupon NOW. International Correspondence Schools Box H5, Scranton, Pa. Please explain, without further obligation on my part, how I can qualify for the position, trade, or profession before which I hare marked X. Telegraph Engineer Telephone Engineer Civil Engineer Poultry Raising Automobile Running Mine Superintendent Mine Foreman Plumbing, Steam Pitting Concrete Construction Stationary Engineer Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Draftsman Electrical Engineer Electrical Wlreman Spanish French German Agriculture Civil Service Architect Chemist Banking Building Contractor Architectural Draftsman Commercial Illustrating Window Trimming Show-Card Writing Adv. - ‘ertUing I tographei Bookkeeper Salesmanship Name_ Street and No._ City . State- Present Occupation .

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19 12' LATEST SPRING STYU ENCYCLOPAED AND xa^SAMPI men I require no contract or lease any kind. Deal is strictly confidential, and. further. I will save you one-half in cost. If you are a reliable man and can use a sewing machine I will make you a marvelously low price and liberal terms oiler. Just write me a postal card and say. "Mail me your oHer No. 301." FRED BIFFAR. 180 N. Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. ILL When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ALMOST ANYONE CAN LEARN IT AT HOME WITH LESS FUEL Are you willing to j>ay $2 5 to 170 more for a fur nace not nearly n*ook is sent Free. Write a Postal Now, while you ^9 think of it, and get our style book. Stanley - Rogers Co., 526-534 S. Clark Street, CHICAGO, ILL. The World’s Foremost Credit Tailors for Men Can lion: NO AGENTS. NO CANVASSING, NO COLLECTORS This is no special gift as you have supposed, but an art. I have taught thousands In all parts of the world. Cost small. Send to-day 2 - Cent ’Uanin for nartlcul&rs and nroofs O. A. SMITH, Room R 24,-823 Bigelow St., PEORIA, ILL. on First Cost Then — MORE HEAT Start a F ortune in Spare Time! <£33p If you have spare time for sale, tee t rill buy it! We pay big money — good American Dollars — and back our ^ j*\| Write at once for the greatest offer JSl ever made by any tailoring concern l : J A 8 $5J£$10eaDSV While Doing Other Work l '.#» Join the ranks of "Progress” money makers 1 Many cam $o to $10 a day In snare time. You can do as well. Wo , Vl ' show you how. We pay in cash money — oH Mj^l not In "premiums” and ‘‘promises.” J ’’ Send No Money — Everything is FREE s-jjl [H It costs us thousands of dollars to make Wa lu our Free Agents’ Outfits— the handaom- JM wB rt-‘ cst, most complete and attractive sample outfits ever presented toagents. g£* Send your mime and address at once for handsome free outfit and full instructions. (13) PROGRESS TAILORING CO., Dept 233. CHICAGO Pay As You Are Able Your Credit Is Good WRITE US TO-DAY ’iJ II " I Send your name first— ^end no money. Get our latest Big Encyclopedia of hun- dreds of latest Fashions and Free Samples of men’s 1913 Spring Suits and Overcoats mailed at our expense. Dress Like The Best = A Kalamazo o- • ■ft Direct to You r!rH Digitized by e

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 115 Write for folder showing big variety of other styles and sample swatches. Hilker-Wiechers Mfg. Co. Manufacturers of SIGNAL Work Clothes 1246 Mound Avenue Racine, Wisconsin _ ooqie Bristling with Good Points _ These shirts you ought to know because they ^ have more comfort fea- Cf jj G>//ars tures than any other LI shirts at any price and Si — — ' — their wear is guaranteed. R M HL^ SIGNAL $1 N If I jr ' COAT SHIRTS _L ; V i V-* r/ Union Made Two detachable collars are the only shirts combining j^j f! rn all these improvements: Extra Ul : j , button at bottom of breast j A - — ~ ► plait for smooth fit; rip-proof, 1 i— -—iJ L.LLu gap-proof, sleeve slit; specially — 5 ► (££,$, cut skirts overlapping 3 inches 1 ^ Hutton, in front; 2 detached or one — — — ■ 1 ■ ' attached collar; button holes ■ — — I for white cuffs; double-needle machine stitching; 2 pockets, one a triple combination pencil, watch and handkerchief pocket. The easy-on, easy-off coat style makes short work of dressing and undressing. Made from fast color, shrinkless percales in a big variety of neat patterns. Only expert union labor employed. You can’t get a good shirt for less. You can’t get a Detter work shirt for more. SENT AT OUR RISK Ask your dealer. If he hasn't them, tell us his name, and your size and we will express a couple C. O. D. If not delighted with them on examination, return at our expense.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. The Surveyor ■EARS ago the present day makers of McDonald Shirts surveyed the way which others have traveled. They studied, learned and demonstrated how to make good shirts. They are still studying and teaching. Every McDonald Shirt represents the lessons learned in these years of constant study. Little things about which you have never thought in connection with a shirt are the big things which are considered by McDonald Shirt Makers. For instance : the cut and fit of the neck band; the breadth of the shoulders, the generous width of the chest and back; full length of skirt; stoutly stitched seams; buttons sewed on to stay; all these are the little things that go to make up the perfect McDonald Shirt. No matter what price you pay or what design you choose to buy, the workmanship is equally good in every McDonald Shirt. The only difference is in the quality of the fabric. Ask your dealer for McDonald Shirts. Write us for free booklet “Shirt Knowledge/* R. L. McDonald Mfg. Co. St. Joseph, Mo. Digitized by GoCKJ

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TERMS: Notbiog Dowd A MONTH Any to study come a successful practicing lawyer at the bar, should not hesitate to send for this GREAT FREE BOOK, which explains exactly what you ought to know before taking up this fascinating and valuable study. This Book Starts You Right It shows you how to become a thoroughly competent lawyer— explains the requirements step by step in a plain, simple, direct way that will start you right and save you a lot Address. My old machine is a. wm ! u?!k gESEH Wm pi 1 SHB lx' i.

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118 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Hears Church Bells After Long Deafness Here is an interesting hypothetical case. For the first time in years, this good lady, who has been deaf, hears the church bells. She is in ecstasy. Only this morning has she been able to hear the prattle of her grandchildren and the voice of her daughter. Twenty-three years ago she first found herself be- coming deaf, and, despite numerous remedies, med- ical advice, hearing devices and specialists’ treat- ments, she found it more and more difficult to hear. Of late years she was harassed by peculiar noises in the head, which added to her misery. At last sho was told of a book which explains how to regain perfect hearing without costly apparatus or drugs. She got this book and learned how to quickly become freed from deafness and head noises. Observe her defight in this hypothetical illustration I Any reader of The Railroad Telegrapher who desires to obtain one of these books can do so free of cost by merely writing to the author, Dr. Geo. E. Coutant, 102 L. Station F, New York, N. Y. He will be pleased to mail it promptly, postpaid to any one whose hear- ing is not good. This offer will bring joy to many homes. “y I — Digitized by Gcx> — ? I r

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And Gas The First Oven Thermometer Was Used On Kalamazoo Ranges indication of the mechanical perfection of the Kalamazoo. termometer is as necessary on a range, as a steam gauge is on your engine boiler. This and other big points If S of range advantage were Kalamazoo inventions. ■ Get one of these handsome durable ranges in your It/L. kitchen for a 30-day free trial. Factory Prices Wc arran*e payments •£. to suit your convenience. TT B r!o excuse for not having this masterpiece of the *h,e" "* W famous stove builders, the Kalamazoo Stove Co., the largest factory in the w 3rld dealing direct. 200,000 satisfied customers. Read in the Kalamazoo Book their praise of Kalamazoo Stoves, , Kalamazoo selling methods and the low Kalamazoo prices, jj "urnaces Write &rb5*s;/ A*. nra w,th absorbing stove / 40 AC 5>^2tD.UU to facts. All about stove (w S75.QO Saving tSkSSssS making, and stove ^ Kalamazoo *« Catalog too. Write y /t selling and reasons tchu ^ we can save you money, w ■A K&l&K&eiZOQ Hi1 'T'—~ _ a a • Y ___ __ we can save you money, r Write a postal or mall 4t coupon today. S „ , A.lc for / S,0« cTaI°° Catalogue Kalamazoo. Mich. r<uJ^!rer y Please send me catalogs 543 . indicated below. Put cross in square opposite catalog wanted. Q Stove Cat. 543 y Q Furnace Cat. Q Gas Stove Cat. ||| Trade Mark Registered Direct to You to?65 Street and No. ' ( — Digitized by ' ^ Town

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20 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GOOD EYESIGHT Is Important to You If your eyesight la defective or you have any form of eye trouble that might endanger your eyesight, you should lose no time in investigating “Actina.” Its potent action stimulates and maintains the circulation of the blood, thereby re- moving congestion and ' nmmlm a83*81*11® nature to repair the defects and restore the eyesight to normal A well-known New < York Central Engineer, age 63, lost his position In February, 1909, on account of poor eyesight. .“Actina” restored his eyesight, and he is now running his engine as usual. In his letter of July 12, 1910, he states: “I went through the eye examination again in July, 1910, and was given a certificate to July 9, 1911 — this is 30 months’ work at $175.00 a month for the small price of the ‘Actina.* The Kansas com crop isn’t in it at all. My eyes are fine.” His name and address will be sent on application. If you are interested and desire to know what the “Actina” is and what it is accomplishing, write for our FREE TRIAL OFFER and OUR BOOK— TREATISE ON DISEASE. The book contains most valuable information. A postal card will bring it to you. Address, Actina Appli- ance Co., Dept. 26X, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. $1°°° REWARD We will pay ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS GASH TO YOU or any .physician, chemist or other person, who can show one drop of impure blood in any person whom we have treated for BLOOD POISON, holding one of our guarantees from Nos. 1 to 2643, inclusive (Noe. 1489, 1490, 1491 and 1492 excepted account of records lost). If a “Wasacrman” or other test will show, or if any responsible physician will state under oath that any one of theso patients has now even a trace of that terrible disease, we will pay to that person ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS. Many of our patients were CURED, privately, at home, without loss of time. We are so thoroughly convinced that opr treatment will CURE EVERY CASE OF BLOOD POISON and that WE HAVE NEVER FAILED to effect a cure, either here or by mail, that we back up our statements with a REWARD OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS, as above. Full particulars in booklet will be mailed you FREE upon request. We can CURE YOU, privately, at home. Write us TODAY. DRS. BYRD & WHITWORTH Hot Springs, Ark. (Twenty-one years’ experience In treatment of Blood Diseases and Rheumatism at Hot %qAnga, AHO Guaranteed Rupture Holder On 60 Days’ Trial Won't Cost a Cent If the Two Months’ Teat Doesn’t Prove All Our Claims You can make a thorough 60-day test of this guaran- teed rupture holder without having to risk a single cent. Wc’ll make one especially for your case and let you see for yourself how it takes all the misery out of being ruptured. Away with Leg -Strap and Spring Trusses So far as we know, our guaranteed rupture holder Is the only tiling of any kind for rupture that you can Kot on »<0 days' trial the only thing we know of goo.l enough to stand such a long and thorough test, it's the fa in out» Cluthe Automatic Massaging Truss — made on an absolutely new principle — has 18 patented features. Self-adjusting. Does away with the misery of wearing belts, leg-straps and springs. Guaranteed to hold at all times — Including when you are working, taking a bath, etc. Has cured In case after case that seemed hopelesB. Write for Free hook of Advice — Cloth-bound, 104 pages. Explains the dangers of operation. Shows just what's wrong with elastic and spring trusses, and why drug stores should no more he allowed to fit trusses than to perform operations. Exposes the humbugs — shows how old-fashlonod. worthless trusses are sold under false and misleading names. Tells all about the care and attention we give you. Endorsements from over 5.000 people, including physicians. Write today — And out how you can prove every word we say by making a 60-day test without risking a penny. CLUTHE COMPANY, Box 783, 125 East 23rd Street, NEW YORK CITY Say, Young Man I want to talk to you in reference to that which should concern every man more than ell the money in the world — Health, Heritage end Success. What is true of your physical condition must be reflected in the well-being of your children for future generations. The time has come for you to decide whether you will be the man that Nature in- tended, or will permit you self to be deluded. Your first duty should be sell preservation. I believe if you had your trouble last yeur you still have the re- sulting weakness this year, and tlie fact that I was unable to secure your con fidence should cause me all the more concern in making a sincere and honest effo t to have you see the right way to do justice by you self. If you are suffering from Blood Poison, OKI Lupus, Rheumatism, Ulcers, Bladder, Stom- ach or Kidney Trouble, would you rather consult the Originator or the ciude Imitator? I am the Originator of the “Specific Blood Cell Remedies,** the original and only remedies that have the endorse- ment of leading scientlfie authors and educators. Do not pay your good money to imitators, whose so-called remedies are too excessive at any price. I have always contended that some men are better able to pay $10.00 than others $1.00. I offer to accept your case without your paying me one single cent in advance for my services. Sores, Skin Diseases, H. D. REYNOLDS, M. D., 39 W. Adams Street, CHICAGO, ILL. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 121 Square Heal Miller 1 J DIAMONDS WATCHES JEWELRY I p v* On Easg Monthly Payments 1 RAILROAD Guarantee! to pass on any road. 21 Jewel Waltham, Latest Thin Model. 16 Size, Open face, Lever set. Adjusted to temperature, isochronism and five positions. Complete in 25 year plain pol- ished or hand engraved gold case. No Money Down on rn $4.50 a Month *pOi/ This regular $50.00, 21 jewel Waltham sent without any Security or red tape, 30 Days Trial. Rock bottom prices payable monthly as you earn your money. A limited supply at a big reduction. Write me today and set Big Catalog FREE and full detail! of this rreat Railroad Special. Terms Smashed on Diamonds, Jewelry. Sil- verware. etc. Prices on any other make of R. R. Watch furnished on request Square Deal Miller, Free. Miller-Hoefer Co. 115 Hiller Bldg. DETROIT, MICH. Canadian Branch, K^indstr, Ont. BE PROGRESSIVE! Do as several hundred other operators have done, and are doing dally. Get one of my INDESTRUCTIBLE PATENTED STYLUSES. They only cost f 1. 00 postpaid ; and do away entirely with all SLIPPING or CREEP- ING through the fingers, thus enabling you to increase speed and legibility, and the fingers are not subject to cramps, because they do not grip this instrument as is NECESSARILY the case in using any other stylus. The first or second finger is placed thro the ring — the body of the instrument carrying the point (which has 3/8-tnch adjustment for length) being pivoted under the ring, swings into the PROPER position and at the CORRECT angle for writing, and ALL PRESSURE oomes from the base of the finger — from which place sufficient pressure is obtained to cause a HEAVY MANI- FOLD to be made with no more exertion than a 3 copy with any other stylus — all that is required being reasonably good carbons and tin or oil board under bottom copy. This instrument is constructed of brass, the point of steel, all nickel plated. Out of hundreds placed only FOUR have reported not entirely satisfied with their purchase. OTHERS in sending repeat orders say MWould not be without it for anything.'* Orders filled same day reoetved. ORDER NOW. J. W. DYCHES (O. R. T. Ort. SCO) P.O.Box 06, ARCHER, FLA., U.S. A. Model Louis XV— Stylo 60S Ivers & Pond PIANOS The graceful lines and dainty ornamen- tation of the fine upright, shown above, appeal at once to the connoisseur. But it is the delightful tone quality, which more than any other factor has made these instruments famous. This is maintained and even advanced in our 1913 models, — the finest pianos we have ever built. They combine <in experience of half a century with the latest ideas of the day. IVERS & POND PIANOS are the choice of 400 musical and educa- tional institutions and over 50,000 dis- criminating homes. Our catalog vitally interests every intending buyer. Write for it — today. How to Buy ? personally select for you a beautiful IVERS A POND piano, prepay freight and ship it for trial in your home if we have no dealer near you wherever in the United States you may live. Catalog showing our full line of grands and uprights, and a personal letter with prices and attractive plans tor easy payments, mailed free. Fill out and send this coupon to IVERS & POND PIANO CO. 145 Boylston Street, Boston, Mess. Please mail me your new catalog and valuable information to buyers. Name l Address

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122 When addressing our advertisers, pleaetfe mention The Railroad Telegrapherf SPECIAL ADVICE FREE Strength Restored by New Method The little book described below (which 1 gladly send free*, scaled, by mail, to any man anywhere) contains in its 85 beautifully Illus- trated pages everyth! ns a man need know with regard to himself, and as a guide through his entire life, from the delicate period of youth, when wholesome advice is most needed, oh through early manhood to a ripe, vigorous, healthy old age. Over a million of these book s have been thus distributed by me all over the world. Therefore, please use coupon below and get YOUR free copy by return mail. 8ANDEN CO., DISTRIBUTERS. Do you know, my friend, that there is a wonderful new way to apply a certain great, natural FORCE to your body, and by which you may, without effort, trouble or inconvenient •*, treat your own self in the privacy of your home for debility and lost strength and health without using a single drug or medicine? This great FORCE, as a restorer of vitality and health, fs to-day being used all over the civilised world, and I give it as my honest opinion, based upon a vast observation and study, that any man anywhere who leads a clean, manly life and who applies this marvelous FORCE in a scientific and rational way can, without employing a single drug, be restored again to a state of perfect, rugged health and vigor, without a remaining aehe, pain or weakness. As we *3 1 know, these various ailments handicap a man in every condition of life, while, on the other hand, a perfect specimen of vigorous, robust manhood is ever admired by both women and men alike, while, of course, it is certainly only such a man who can attain the really great successes of life. Therefore, I say to you, no matter what your sixe, whether you are small or large, no matter what your occupation, no matter whether you are a college graduate or working on the farm or In the factory, no matter whether you are young or elderly, it is all a question of your health and your vitality, and i f I can give you a good, abundant supply of this same great power or VITAL FORCE then it is easy to believe that I can completely restore your vigorous health, so you will be exactly the same i n your influence over people, exactly the same in your manly bearing as other healthy, strong-nerved, wTarm-blooded fellows of your acquaintance. With anldca of attaining all thlsfor you I recommend you to investigate a simple little VITALIZ- ING APPLIANCE of my invention which I am now sending out in great numbers for use by men everywhere who need new strength. This little VITALIZER is very light, weighing only several ounces, and can be worn without anyone suspecting that you are wearing it. You buckle it on your body upon going to bed and take it off mornings. Thus, while you sleep, it sends its wondcnul power, which Icall VITALITY or VITAL FORCE, into your blood, nerves and organs. Users say it takes pain and weakness out of the back from one application, and further say 60 to 90 days' time is suffi- cient to restore a state of health, strength and vigor. I am not offering this VITALIZER here for sale, but want you to first send for my book that you may learn all about the whole wonderful sub- ject, and why I get such quantities of testimonials from users everywhere telling of results after drugs completely and utterly fall. NOTE. — With special attachments my VITALIZER is used by women as well as men for rheum- atism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder disorders, nervousness and general ill health. Please write for book to-day, or, if near by, I should like you to call. Hours — 9 to 6, Sundays excepted. USE COUPON; GET FREE BOOH Remember, the little illustrated book which Isend free, sealed, by mail, as per coupon below, not only fully describes my VITALIZER, telling of a special offer by which you may get one on special terms for use in your own case, but contains a great fund of advice, some good, wholesome cautions, and a lot of general information that might be of value to you to the end of your days. Therefore, please write today. C. S. 8ANDEN CO., 1861 Broadway, New York, N. Y. Strong Men are the World’s Power Today. Dear Sirs — Please forward me your Book, advertised, free. Name Address . Digitized by Google

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124 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. In the home, on the concert stage, or ^wherever heard, Kimball Pianos have a f tone that immediately charms the listener and marks them as instruments of unusual merit. Over 250,000 Kimball Piano* Now in Use in as many of America’s best homes is certainly convincing proof of superior merit. If no( dealer handles them you can buy Kimball I'ianosand J Player Pianos direct at our regularly established one \ price. Very easy creditterms extended to purchasers / Beautifully illustrated catalogue with price I terms and the Musical Herald containing h ! oretty songs', t eonls and music, mu tied FREE on request to Dept. £S73 W. KIMBALL CO.. Ckic.,0. E.t.bli.h.d 1857), Now Taught by Mail in 18 Easy Lessons Free Trial Enrollment positively guarantee to teach the world’s greatest system by mail complete in 18 lessons. Costs nothing to make a free trial of our wonderfully simple home-study course. Sys- tem taught by us now adopted hy more than 2.000 schools. Including nubile schools In Boston Denver, Seattle. Buffalo, and hun- ■ n. . . ... | dredsof other Learn Rightat Home 1 B large cities. "I lu spare time. Personal ex- pert instruction. Complete steno- graphic courses. Typewriters fur- I nhhed. Low cost, easy terms. Private I secretaries and expert stenographers 1 make big money, if you earn le s than $25 a week, write now for Free Trial Enrollment Offer and Free Book telling of big salaries and opportuni- ties. Positions everywhere. Address P. o. Box | Chicago University of Commerce, Chicago, III. 388-Page 7000 Bargains Book Sent For a Postall Answer this find ' ‘ I addrre*. payim-t U. Your credit is i HARTMAN little ad and find the wonderful 15 to tk) per cent Munnjfit you can make direct on all Home Furnishings ON CREDIT — _ 1 — GwtCpt if a I Luikaji h in fjyrrv- ihkrqi you need. Your credit m rood. \ «*ar to pay. L$tabiuA*d 6S ye ora. W rite FURNITURE AND CARPET CO. 3910 31)18 Wontworth Ava., Chicago RISK A CENT MAKE $15 A DAY We want Agents, Salesmen, General Agents— quick. Work all or spare time — traveling or at home. No experience necessary — no money needed. We back you with our capital and experience — furnish every- thing— free — cpmplete outfit — samples — measuring system, full instructions i to start you at $10 to $15 a day, with chance to work up to several thousand dollars a year on commission basis. Sample Suit FREE We furnish your own sample suit at less than wholesale price and allow you to pay for it out of your commissions. Great, new, money- making offer. Send to-day — look at the new styles and weaves at prices for made-to-measure suits, finest tailoring, that are less than your local prices for ready-mades. Call on ten men — take eight orders. This is a big, real, quick, sure, money- making proposition. EVERY GARMENT UNION MADE. Express prepaid. WritP Tnriav I*isk a cent- Investigate. Send Just *vi iic i uu ay, yOUr na,„e and address on a postal card — give name of your county. SEND TODAY. Regal Tailoring Co., 491 Regal Bldg. Chicago. III. UNCLE SAM IS BEST EMPLOYER; pay Is high and sure; hours short; places permanent; promotions regular; vacations with pay; thousands of vacancies every month; all kinds of pleasant work every- where; no lay-offs; no pull needed; com- mon education sufficient. Special money back guarantee if you write today tor booklet. B-1120. IT IS FREE. EARL HOPKINS, - WASHINGTON, D. C. THE ACME LEAD PENCIL ADDER Thousands pay hundreds of dollars for an adding machine to Insure a oca racy and save brain labor. This ready-on- the-pencU adder win do both. Demonstrator sample 25c. SIMPLICITY adding MACHINE CO. Burlington, P. O. Box 369 ■ ■ §1 Leading Law School ■■ Ifll In Correspondence fll/if fli A Prepares for the liar. ■ V ■ Three Courses: College, • * ■ Tost Graduate and Baal new Law. Classes begin each month. Send for catalog giving rules for a mi*xl<m to the bar of the several States. The Greatest Correspondence Lav School In the World Chicago Corretpondsnc* School of Law 554 Reaper Block, Chicago Iowa 13 YU A L«irn a profession that will give you standing pendence. Snlendid op port unities fur raUroadte Pleasant work, sborthoura, all hoi Ida vs off, war with pay. good salary. Diploma in six months by Lilgar G. Alcorn. Catalog fret DIIPJUN SilIlKM 01 BANKING. I60 Helene Bldg., CslMhni, Gfcto standing and Inde- *’ adte egrsphrrs. yearly vacation fsxtb Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 125 Be a Doctor of Chiropractic The NewDrngless Healing Science OF SPINAL ADJUSTMENT A Dignified, Profitable Profession Easily Learned at Home. Steady Demand for Practitioners Every- where—Our Students Surprisingly Successful. Make $3000 to *5000 a Year Yonr income as a Chiropractor can be this much or more year after year. At the same time you w ill be serving suffering humanity. Dr. Walter made $500 the third month after starting; R. M. Johnson has added over $3,000 a year to his income;Vena Sharpsteen makes $40.00 a day. In addition, this fascinating profession is building up for these former students of ours a splen- did social and proiessional reputation. We taught these men in their spare time by correspondence, ", and in class, to be Doctors of Chiropractic— the £ NEW DRUGLESS HEALING SCIENCE of Spinal Adjustment — and thereby made them inde- pendent for life. We will guar- antee to teach you with equal success. A common school ^ education is all you need to j begin— our simplified training / does the rest. Sample lesson sheets and illus- trated book giving full instruc- tions how to get into this well-paid, mcrowded profession at once— mailed NatMoal School of Chiropractic. Dept. 144. 1553 W. Madison St.. Chicago FREE PUT A MOTOR ON ! YOUR SPEEDER „ The only successful attachable motor made. Does not add materially to weight of car. Makes a complete motor car out of any Velocipede. Can be attached by anyone without fitting or special tools. Does not injure car in the least. Built of the best material. Outfit furnished complete; sprockets, drive chain, tank, etc. Ten days’ free trial. Sold at a price within every operator’s reach. Write for particulars and prices. BANKER MOTOR COMPANY CORNING, N. Y. POWER For YOU! Power from within! Strength that is more than mere musc- ular strength — the strength of perfect health, abundant nerve force — now within your own reach through Vi brat ion ! Nine people out of every ten are only half alive 1 Are you? Listen— All the Benefits of Life, Strength, Youth may be returned to you through Vibration. For Vibra- tion is Life itself. It will chase away the years like magic. Every nerve, every fibre in your whole body will fairly tingle with the force of your own awakened power! Stagnation sir.iply cannot exist. You are made over new from head to foot. Your blood is sent humming along through every vein, artery and tiny capillary. All the poisonous matters in your system are washed away. Your self-confi- dence — your self-respect are increased a hundred Three Great Aids to Health With the White Cross Electric Vibrator in your home you can get besides Vibration. Faradic and Galvanic Electricity. This machine may also lie connected up with an ordinary rocker to make a perfect vibrating chair. No extra charge lor this attach- ment. The White Cross Elec- tric Vibrator may be connected with the electric current in yonr home, or will run perfectly on its own dry cells. fold. Special Offer for a Limited Time For a short time only we are making a remarkable Special Introductory Offer on the White Cross Electric Vibrator— amaz- ing discounts —actual rock-bottom prices direct if you act at once. FREE BOOK pon and mail ^ LINDSTROM it to us today. Get our splendid big FREE book telling you all about the # Q SrjiA' -k a V marvels of Vibration. Read what ^ 218 scientists say about it. Post your- w in self on what it will do for you. f Chicago, IlL Learn all about the Whit© Without any obliga- Cross Electric Vibrator and W tions on my part, please “ ■' send me. free and pre- under no obiTgations at all * our limited offer. You are ligatioi —all you need to do is to 4 of the White Croiis Vibrator send the coupon today — and your Special 60-Day Offer you can send a postal 0 card or a letter, but the M coupon will do just * as well. f Name . Lindstrom- ^ Smith Co. 218 S Wabash Av. W Address... Desk 2583 # Chicago, III. $ — 1 ► Writ# Plainly )oqk-

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ORIGINAL SIEGLL COOPER & CO CHICAGO MEN AND YOUNG MEN WHO WISH TO BE WELL DRESSED AT THE LEAST POSSIBLE COST SHOULD WRITE AT ONCE FOR OUR FREE MEN’S CLOTHING CATALOGUE AND SAMPLES OF CLOTH MERCHANT TAILOREO KSiMrVflS MENS SHOES $1 95 TO $4 00 AND FURNISHING GOODS „ $8.75 TO $16 50 ROUSERS. $1.69 TO $3 65 WRITE FOR CATALOGUE. ADDRESS DEPT. 1 2 S C. ORIGINAL SlEGEL (pOPER & (o. CHICAGO "INDEPENDENT?^ MATit IN AMERICA ‘ATION and clerical MEN !re is your chance to handle our engineers’ goggles. ie market. Every engineer and fireman wants a pair are shown. White, smoked or amber tinted lenses, nd. Complete with genuine leather case, $1.50. Big Write for our special proposition. 31 I Schofield Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio The Pen you need. Made right to write right. Lasts a lifetime PATENT CLIP (Remove cap. Insert pen In Ink-well, moderate price — $1.50 complete by profits. Write now. Gfar Jfammta “Hattrnah fcjtwtal uentaea ror operator* who do heavy train order work: has finely ground and care- fully tested agate point, firmly vulcanized into a hard rubber handle, eannot possibly come loose, large rough grip, smoothest, easiest writing stylus ever made. Sent post- paid for 60 cts. Send for one today, and use it 6 days, then we’ll buy it back for 65cts. lx you want to sell it. Solid agate stylus, made of one handsomely marked piece of agate SUS. Colorado Goldstone charm, O. R. T. emblem, a beauty. $L2S each. All postpaid. STAR NOVELTY CO, FT. SCOTT, KANSAS. T\,rE need men of your experience to qualify by T ®**l as R. R- Freight Claim Investigators in U. 8., Canada and Mexico; Traffic Managers for Private Firms, and Claimant's Bureau*. Better pay, easier hours, no Sunday work. Attractive living conditions, good future. Write today (stating experience) for full details and free book. ^ CHICAGO TRAFFIC ASSN Dept. J. 220-222 N. State St.. Chicago selling Tranaparent handled ■#) Novelty Knives with name, address, photo. lo<lge emblem, etc., showing under the handle. Superlative quail y. Llghtulug sellers. We show you how. Agents that can five all their time can make $75 to $200 per month. 00% profit and eiclusivo territory guaranteed. Write quick for terms and special outfit offer. “ ----- — loo Bur Ml., Canton, O. Novelty Cutlery Co. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 127 BOOK OF GOLD compel admiration— or- ders will swiftly follow your appearance — the r‘BOOK OF GOLD" does the rest— positively no competition. Our wonderful "Book of Gold" towers I bead and shoulders over anything ever attempted by any Made-to-MeasureTail- ■ oringHouse. Free outfits cost us $4S. I Swell Samples, 60 wondrous fashion I plates — makes success sure. No experi- ■ ence or capital needed. Go out any day and clean up $5 to $15 in few hours. Or- I ders come easy— satisfaction guaranteed B by $5,000 cash bond— you simply can '< fail | With our help! We stand back of our work with a rea/— notsham— guarantee. We I prepay express charges on all orders. I Your Own Clothes Free * Send us a hurry-up postal for your own free ■ suit offer and complete free samplo outfit, B charges prepaid. Your suit will prove a | “ ■ ■ ‘*1 magnet — draw a crowd— ■ I I Get Our Startling Offer Biggest— best— grandest money making chance— for new or old agents. Trial will provel Let ns show you. Send name today and see what we send you FREE1 Don’t miss this. New —Different— Original, - - rush your application. Write quick, forget everything and Postal Brings Everything FREE! Not Imitation- A Marvelous Reconstructed Gem —the greatest triumph of the electric furnace. Will cut glass— stands tiling, tire and acid tests like a diamond— guaranteed to contain no glass. Remoh Geras have no paste, foil or artificial backing — their brilliancy is guaran- teed forever. One-thirtieth the cost of a dia- mond. These remarkable gems are set only in 14 Karat Solid Gold Mountings. Sent on Approval Anywhere — your money cheerfully refunded if not per- fectly satisfactory. Write for our De ^ Luxe Jewel Book— yours for .c— =^<0 ^ the asking. Address tSsSSSm Remoh Jewelry Co, 60 4 Washington A**., 8L Louis k \Sw2lJ Signal Engineers Wanted! FREE $125 to $300 Month Write today! opt yet systems. — . „ _ — engineers needed to •' this work. The rail- road.-! have n system of training and turning out signal experts, hence we are making an extra special offer at this time. Chief Signal Engineer Will instruct you personally. In order to supply more signal engineers we have made arrangements to teach you to be an expert Sig- nal Engineer right in your own home. Signal Experts will instruct you. Chief Signal En- gineer handles each student personally and gives individual instruction. Our course is not theory - we teach you to be m practical, expert sUnul engineer, capable of earning $150.00 to $300.00 a month. • $13.50 Outfit to Those Who En- roll at Once If you will enroll at once we will send you, asbolutely free, a miniature locomotive, tracks, standard.-,, block signals, etc. Do the actual work right at home iust as you would do it on the railroad. Everything right before you. Read! Read! This Is Your Guarantee Dept, of Signaling, Chicago Gentlemen: I finished your course three months ago ana am now making S176 a month. It was a lucky day for me when I enrolled in your school. Peterson. I Department of Signaling. Chicago, 111. w Gentlemen: Will you send me two of your students at once. Will pay one $125, the other $160 a month. I certainly want to thank you for what you have done for me and I recommend your course to any man who wants to succeed. Bailey. Department of Signaling, Chicago, 111. Gentlemen: Am now earning $3000 a year as Signal En- gineer and only out of school fourteen months. Your coarse has proven worth its weight in gold to me. Very truly. Many hundred letters just like these arc on file in our offices. You can do the some as these men have done. Valuable Book rprr Send coupon at once for | |\ T this book, which tells how we turn you out in a short time at small expense, an Expert, Signal Engineer. Coupon/® Right now we are Kighl nokii All | lAf to u- 1111 f ■ dents. The rail- ■ ■ w ■ ■ roads need more r 1‘ I lign engineers and will pay them bit money. Your name and address £ on coupon brings our book and M FREE Coupon Department of complete information— free. Signaling, Chicago issSt. it any oblig — pense to me ever, please mail your free practical signal M D®sk 2551. 4 ?5 ClSS a, i V; Without any obligation! ^ to me what- „ book and complete infor- & mation. Tell me about your ^ special offer. r Name . Department of ^ Signaling #i Desk 2583 J 495 Cass Street Chicago, III. W ^ ^ ^ ^itized by vjQO^lC

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128 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $200 A MONTH BE YOUR OWN BOSS If yon are making less than $50 a week yon should write us today. We can help you to wealth and in- dependence by our plan. You can work when you please, where you please, always have money and tho means of makiu,; barrels m« re of it.- HOW WOULD YOU LIKE to start out from home on a combined business and pleasure trip, stay at the best hotels, and live like a lord and clean up $10 every day. Work at amusement places, crowded street comers, manufacturing institutions, anywhere and everywhere, ton minutes’ walk from home or on the other side of the globe, .lust set a machine up any place you happen to select, and clean up $10 above operating Expenses each and every day. PAPER POST CARDS DIRECT My proposition is tho WONDERFUL NEW COMBINATION CAMERA, with which you can take and Instantaneously develop eleven entirely different styles of pictures Including Buttons, four styles. and sixes of Paper Post Cards and six styles of Tlutypo Pictures. Every plate is developed without the use of films or negatives, and is ready to deliver to your customer in less than a minute after making the exposure. This REMARK- ABLE INVENTION takes 100 pictures an hour. Everybody wants pictures, and each sale you make advertises your business and makes more sales for you. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Simple instructions accompany each Outfit and you can begin to make money in fifteen minutes after the outfit reaches you. A trifling investment will get this WONDERFUL OUTFIT for you and put you In a position to make $2,500 a year. 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Every copy Is : Worth At Least $10 l Itoevery Investor— perhaps a fortune. Send your name and add reaeP i bow, mention this piper and get a fro© Introductory subscription. L I Conditions may prevent repeating this offer. Better take It now B 1 You’ll be willing to pay 10c a copy after you have read ltBlx months, f ( H. L. BARBER, Pub., R. 429, 30 J.ckwn Bl.d,, Chic.goP BE A SALESMAN De You Want a Good Paction Whore You Can Earn From $1,000 to $5,000 a Yoar and Expeocos? There are hundreds of such positions now open. No former experience as a Salesman required to get one of them. If you want to enter the world's best paying profession our Free Employment Bureau will assist you to secure a position where you can earn good wages while you are learning Practical Salesmanship. W rite to- day for full particulars; list of good open- ings and testimonial letters from hundreds of our students for whom we have recently secured good positions payiug from $100 to $600 a month and expenses. Address nearest office. Dept 155 NationalSalesmen'sTraiaiiif AssocUtfaa Chicago. New York. Kansas City. San Francisco. New Orleans. Toronto. All men and women in any occupation are now inter- ested in light and should write toda^y for particulars and find out ail about our TRIUMPH UGHTS System, Stand end Portable Lamps before you put in lighting plants or lamps of any kind and avoid regrets. They gtveloO to 700 Candle Power Sh&dowlesa Light, that can be turned up and down like gas. They meet all requirements of Home, Store, Church or business ttghdtig.Tn or outdoors at loss than half the cost of kerosene or Hectntnty. simple enough for anyone to Install and operate. HVg* for K. R T. entails. it trU» Ml about them. BRILLIANT GAS LAMP CO . Dept. 29. 1B2 N Stale St.. CHICAGO. ILL. $10 to $27 Rider Agents Wanted Inoach town torldt andexhlb t sample Ranger bicycles. H'n7( for our late ijyteciul^ofjrr.^ Finest Guaranteed “ 1913 Models with Coaster Brakes. 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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 120 PENNANT with official em- blem. reproduced jn original colors in oil. will be mailed to you postpaid, for $1.00. LEON A. PENOYER. (Cert. 9023, Div. 8.) So, Hammond. N. Y. AGENTS 42 Hudson St., SOMETHING NEW Selling the newly patented Brandt Cigar Lighter. I* operated with one hand ’.gives an instantaneous light, every time the button is pressed. No elec- tricity, no battery, no wires, non-explosive. Strikes a light withoutthealdof matches. Lights your pipe, cigar, cigarette, gas Jet. whenever \ and wherever it is wanted. Works with one hand and never fails. Something new. Big demand. Everyone wants one. write quick for wholesale terms and prices. B. F. BRANDT LIGHTER C'O. New Y ork City PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY BOOKS. ADVICE AND SEARCHES FREE S«d fetch or model for Much. Highest References. Best Results. Promptness Assured* Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 624 P. Street. N. W. Wuhlatftoa. D. C. To the Wife of One Who Drinks I have an important confidential message- for you. It will come In a plain envelope. You can conquer the liquor habit in 3 days and make home happy. Wonderful, safe, lasting, reliable, inexpensive method. EDWARD J. WOODS. 534 Sixth Ave.. 302 Z, New York. N. Y. CORNET FREE! We guarantee to teach you to play by mail and will give you a Beautiful Cornet or any Band Instru- Iment absolutely FREE. You pay weekly its lessons ore taken. Instrument Is sent with first lesson. Write today for our booklet and wonderful tuition offer. INTERNATIONAL CORNET SCHOOL 970 Musical Ball. Boston. Maas. Make BIG MONEY make BIO MONET .Mil y mIIIi i*. correctly d.«lyned far all railroad and buainea. men, ».DMt. and of beat quality. R*io*d Tool-d Kmbl emi and of all railroad men]* oceup cupation and leading fraternal I, which ia liner and better than- __ — — a at sight. Lady or gentlemen aseerta. Experience unnecessary. Write for cataL>ffiJe and terms. t.O. Loveland Blfl. Co.. Baltimore Av..KansasClty.Mo. Mur or ram. of aU. orders, and roar name put on FI Mexican tooled leather work KI.M5JL gprrwpoad»c WATCH REPAIRI.. _ ker— yon can learn thi* profitable trade by In a few weeks in your w-n home by tke oorrwpot J DaSsims Chart System. After von complete the ocmrte you will know a watch from A to Z. You will know Just what the matter Is and how to repair one. Whea you graduate you will be a practical watchmaker and repairer, and competent to All any position, Positions for our graduates. Ask for onr Free Book. It explains our system and terms. THE lleHKLMSlVATCII SCHOOL 10 Perry SL Attica, Indiana Fold It Up and Tote it Homi Jump off, and in 15 seconds you are on your way carrying it with you. That’s all there is to the T«o Folding Velocipede Something of this sort is what you fellows have been looking for, isn’t it? TheTranco weighs only 52 pounds, yet Is made to stand up under all kinds of usage. The frame Is of special trussed construction — the material being selected white ash. No tubing to get bent or out of true. The wheels are pressed steel. It is the strongest and yet lightest construction po«l- ble. Ball-bearings throughout. A speed of 30 miles per hour If you want It. When the Tranco Is folded and stood on end It occupies a floor space of but 24 by 12 Inches Our special price to operators places the Tranco easily within your reach. HF » t , ^ u : — i Fill out and mall the coupon today for full particulars. Spring Is coming, and you’ll want a Tranco then sure l Track Necessities Co., 343 So. Dearborn St., Chicago. Please send me circular and price on a Tranco Folding Velocipede, as advertised In It. R. Telegrapher. Name.. Address R. R yrr*. T.

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130 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ORANGES AND POULTRY ON GULF COAST OF FLORIDA IPERATORS- For $5.00 down and $5.00 per month, I will sell you 10 acres of the finest Orange, Pecan and Poultry land money can buy. I nave just been over every foot of this land, which is high, dry, fertile, sandy soli. Title perfect. Most healthful and pleasant climate and conditions. Pensacola, Florida, a thriving city of over 30,000, nearest U. S. deep water port to Panama Canal, less than 17 miles from this land. Land is one and one-half miles from main line of R. R. and one and one-half miles from Escambia River, on which motor boat9 run dally to Pensacola. Price, $40.00 per acre with no interest. No taxes until fully paid out. You can have land cleared and set in Satsuma Oranges, and in 3 years from time orange trees set : no buoket shop operator, or heavy express com. agent, can near equal your income. If you can save 5 or 10 dollars per month, drop me a card for facts. R. P. REEVE, BONO, ARR. O. R. T., Cert. 1155— Dlvtalon 32 Agent Frisco R. R. Co. Agent Frisco R. R. Co. ( HYPNOTISM Would you possess that strange mysterious power which charms and fascinates men and women, influences their thoughts, con- trols their desires, and makes you supreme master of every situ- ation? Life is full of alluring possibilities for those who master ation? Life is full of alluring possibilities for those who master ff~' the secrets of hypnotic influence ; for those who develop their mag- Y netic powers. You can learn at home, cure diseases ana bad habits without drugs, win the f iendship and love of others, increase your in- come, gratify your ambitions, drive worry and trouble from your mind, improve your memory, overcome domestic difficulties, give the most thrill- ^ ing entertainment ever witnessed and develop a wonderfully magnetic will fr power that will enable you to overcome all obstacles to your success. You can hyp- notize people instantaneously— quick as a flash— put yourself or anyone else to sleep at any nour of the day or night— banish pain or suffering. Our free book tells you the secrets of this wonderful science. It explains exactly now you can use this power to better your condition in life. It is enthusiastically endorsed by ministers of the gospel, lawyers, doctors, business men and society women. It benefits everybody. It costs nothing. We give it away to advertise our institution. Write for it today. YORK INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, Dept. 108C, ROCHESTER, N. Y. WANTED AN 0. R. T. HAN TO WORK FOR US A Railway man, while actively em- y ployed in Railway work at every divi- sion terminal, to represent the greatest 'v fraternal financial corporation of its kind in the United States. Make more money while holding your own position. Any man who can read and talk is acceptable, providing he be in good standing with the O. R. T. RAILWAY REALTY AND INVESTMENT CO. Suite 509 Hibernian Bide* LOS ANGELES • CALIFORNIA Digitized!

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\Vt:rn addressing cur advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Made $30 First Day B. Basha, of Bell Island, New- foundland, did this with our CHAMPION Minute Photo Machine That beginners make such profit at the start, shows that no experi- ence is needed in this wonderful money-making business. Robt. Bock. Willow Hill. Pa., took in $35 in one day. Vernard Baker, Hol- rooa. Neb., $29.90. Jas. F. Wende, Ashton. Idaho, $26. C- V Lovett, Ft. Meade, Fla., made $.'>0 in one day. 1 he#c testimonials are Inst a few of many hundreds we have on file. Pictures In Post Cards and on Buttons all the rage at Fairs. Carnivals. Picnics. Resorts. Schools. Depotd, Factories, onatreete-anywhere-every where. Our Cham- pion Camera takes pictures sixe2Hx3H. lHx2>4and Duttons. Finishes complete photo in 30seconds: 200 an hoar. So dark room. Easiest, quickest, biggest money maker known. Small Investment. About oAc profit on each dollar you take in. Be y»ur oicn fco»s. Write at onco for Free Book, Testimonials and Liberal Offer. AMERICAN MINUTE PHOTO CO. 2314 Oeden Dept. K 111 Chicago. Illinois Velvet— Easy to Apply. Inexpensive. No delay from work. Awarded Gold Medal. We prove what we say by sending fTRlTir trial of Plapao absolutely * SlKtK** Today. Plapao Laboratories, Block 763 Bt. Louis, Mo. Railroad Telegrapher IS PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE ORDER OF RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS Its offices are located on the seventh floor of the Star Building, corner Twelfth and Olive streets, St. Louis, Mo. RUPTURE CURED by STUART’S PLAPAO -PADS means that you can throw away the painful truss altogether, as the Plapao- Pads are made to cure rupture and not simply to hold it; but being self-adhesive, and when adhering closely to the body slipping is impossible, therefore, they are also an important factor in retaining rupture that cannot be held by a truss. NO STRAPS, BUCKLES OR SPRINGS. 8oft as NEW JOBS NOW OPEN Earn from $35 to $100 Weekly as a TRAFFIC MANAGER. Modem transportation ia a jungle of rout** and rat** calling for specialist* who, like the pathfinders of old, have expert knowl- edge of the trail* of traffic. How to route shipments to obtain shortest mileage and quickest d*llv*rl** and how to classify goods to obtain low**t rat** are two vital factors in business competition. The man who know* how is so valuable to his em- ployer that ho commands respect and big remuneration. Big Salaries Paid to Traffic Managers Expert traffic managers command from 12,500 to $26,000 a year. Why not prepare yourself to fill one of these lucrative f)oeit ions? New and Uncrowded Profession There am half a million LARGE SUPPERS in Lb* UnitedStatM. Practical- ly everyone of th<-m poods an expert traffic man. and thU need ia racog- pixed a» never before because of the recently enacted railroad rate law* and interstate commerce regulations. The demand for trained and efficient traf- fic men ia many time* greater than the supply. There ' a room /or you. Study Traffic and Interstate Commerce Decide now to become a traffic roan. Our Interstate Commerce Course en- abl«a yyu to atudy AT HOME, without leaving your occupation or ■acriftcin* present Income, and to become thoroughly versed and proficient in the etrat- t.oyaf atuppbw. Including routes and daisiflcal Ions. Interstate commerce rule* and regulations. etc. The InHtruction Is given by some of the o**g®**J traffic managers in the country. The coarse Is easy to rrasp and Biorauahly practical. Anyone with ordinary intelligence, with reasonable application. quiramenls of this attractive profession. Get posted at one LA SALLE EXTENSION UNIVERSITY. D*pt. 45 Clip coupon CHICAGO SPARE TIME MONEY Report all kind* of local information, names, etc., to ua. We have valuable contracts for same. Be our Information Reporter. BIO PAY. No ••Course" to study. No ••Outfit" to buy. Nothing for you to sell, peddle or solicit. Enclose sump for particulars. Rare opportunity. National Information Sales Co. Dept. AQS. Cincinnati, O. La Sail* Extension University Dept. 45 Chicago, lib I am interested In the new profession — Traffic Management. PI ••as* send roe hill In- formation and Traffic Book, free of all ooet. Writ. Addrw,«ltt»

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132 When addressing our advertisers, please mention 'the Railroad 'felefriphet. You Can Own ■this Typewriter Save yourself time and energy by mak- ing your reports on a Pittsburgh Visible. This machine sells for one-third less than the standard cost. Our price of $65 is possible only by low overhead expense —no salesmen’s salaries, and no branch- office expense. Write for details of our co-operative selling plan. $2.50 puts this machine in your home, with no additional outlay. Pittsburgh Visible Typewriter A Standard Machine for Twenty Yean Has all latest improvements, including remov- able type basket, back spacer, tabulator, two- color ribbons, perfect touch, quick action, absolute alignment and universal keyboard. Writing always visible. PITTSBURGH VISIBLE TYPEWRITER CO. Dept. 37, Union Bank Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. “Rebuilt” Typewriters Are all right, but honestly, now, wouldn't you prefer art almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt” you ever saw, especially if the difference in price is many big, round dollars? I sell both kinds, but I KNOW which kind will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you will only drop me a line. I sell both kinds (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago for nearly twenty years. I sell sending machines, too. at lowest prices; also cords for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I’ll help swell that bank account of yours. WM. T. PLUMMER 882 S. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ELL. Cat, 2093, Grand Dmarct, O. R. T. * Fml Financial Secy Chicago Local No. 1 , C.T.U.A. TYPEWRITERS MAKES ——At VttoM Manufacturer's Prices ALL THE STANDARD MACHINES, INCLUDING LATEST MODELS _ SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE, ^nta^appued I WRITS FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOOUE. 26. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM S4-SB W. LAKE STREET (Largest Iatspwadaot Paalsra la Dm World.) CHIOAOO TIE UILROU TELE8UPREI $LM Pa Yar Underwood, L. C. Smith, Oliver, Remington, Smith Premier, Fox, Monarch, Royal, eto. Fully guaranteed, shipped everywhere on Free Trial. Easy Terms. Address, E. C. UNDERWOOD, T170 W. Randolph St., - - Chicago; DL TYPEWRITERS SIS, SO. All lakes. Caah or Fsyireto. Manufacturer’ s Price, $180, Our Price, $15 lo $25. ALBRIGHT BROS. REBUILT TYPEWRITER CO. 213N.TenthSL. StLsuis, lie- 314 Broadway, Hear York.# WRITE ME for list raphera’ _ I give the bent values t and personally ‘ pass every ma_ goee out of .my writing mention ttflcate number. Aix makes W. A. WHITEHEAD 1$6 North LaSalle 8t. - OMIOAQO Digitized by VjOOQlC

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I For Your DIVISION CARD Ynn’ll want one of these handsome combination card IUU II cases. They have a transnarent Docket, lus the i uu ll cases. They have a transparent pocket. Jus the right size, and are embossed In gold on the outside with the Initials O. R. T Made on our own patented machines — hence exceptionally low-priced. No. 6 (like cut) — Made of (Genuine English Calf Leather, black; has a transparent pocket, memo- Leather. black; has a transparent pocket, memo- randum book, card pocket ana a secret bill Cl Cfl fold. Price JJ..DU No. 22 — Made of Genuine French Ariolc Leather, black; has a transparent pocket, three card Cl AA pockets and a secret bill fold. Price Buy from maker and save merchant's profit. Don’t delay — send for one at once. Agents wanted. C. T. REDINS MFG. CO.. 6046 Superior St., Cleveland, Ohio THE YETMAN IfflfNwd Transmitting Typswrttsrj JUKI IMGUi. <n* Mam, MimtlwWi TYPEWRITERS MARKS 2,000 Underwoods. Smith*. Olivers, Remington, etc., from $10 up. Every machine in perfect condition, guar- anteed two years, with privilege to exchange at any time. Three hundred $15.00 each Typewriters at - while they last. Write for rate prices and FREE TRIAL OFFER. All-Makes Typewriter Exchange, RT 162 N. Dearborn St., Chictfo, Ills. IF WE WOULD GIVE YOU A 40-ACRE FARM FREE, AL0N6 OUR LINE OF RAILROAD would you be willing to tell your friends about our land opening. For particulars, address Mr. J. B. Clark, Land Commissioner, Live Oak, Perry and Gulf Railroad Company, Box 171, Live Oak, Florida. WORK FOR UNCLE SAM ! ! Government positions offer pleasant employment with good pay. Custom House, Internal Revenue, Book- keeper, Railway Mail and Post Office Examinations everywhere soon. Any American citizen, IS or over, eligible. Common education sufficient. Our free book- let shows how you can prepare under personal super- vision of former Secretary of Civil Service Examiners. Write for booklet today. PATTERSON CIVIL BKRV1CK SCHOOL, 2008 LMng.too Bldg., Rochester, S. Y. Tobacco Habit Easily Conquered A well-known New Yorker, who has had wide experience, has written a book telling how the tobacco or snuff habit can be easily banished in three days without any return of the craze. The health improves wonderfully after the poison is out of the system. Calmness, tranquil clear eyes, normal appetite, good digestion, manly vigor, strong memory and a general gain in efficiency are among the many benefits. No more of nervous feeling, no more need of pipe, cigar, cigarette or chewing tobacco to pacify the morbid desire. The author, Edward J. Woods, 534 Sixth Avenue, A 302, New York Gty, will send his book free on application to anyone who writes him. UNION OPERATORS Practice what you preach! Previ buying Union-Made goods exclusively. Prevent strikes by 6 pair Union-Made sox (state size) $1.00 <1 knitted neck ties, Union-Made 1.00 Collars (state size and style) 12 for 1.60 Large catalogue of Union Label goods on application. MUTUAL UNION TRADING* COMPANY Grand Crossing P. O. Chicago DO YOU SMOKE? The Parcels Post has opened a convenient way for our customers to obtain our well-known "Half Spanish” Cigar Shaped Stogies. The price is low— The Quality excellent. Satisfied customers in all walks of life. NN e stake our repu- tation on this Cigar. You are to be the Judge. We buy them back if you do not like them. Sent anywhere in the U. S. by Parcels Post, charges prepaid. Price $3.75, per box of 250. Address, T. M. KIID0W CIGAR CO'S. DISTRIBUTING AGENCY 79 0 41st Street - Milwaukee, Wla. TYPEWRITERS «i LL MAKES Don! buy a typewriter from any one at any price until yon reoedve oar an catalogue No. flU. Unheard-of price* and ax- preee paid, free trial offer. All machines are rebuilt, rt- nlokeied, rejapaaned. Look like new and guaranteed good as Dew. Sent! for one and be convinced. RemlagfcMi So. 6 and Smith Premiere Re. f $1BA0 Olivers So. 6, Underwood* Se. 4, L. C. Smiths So. •- . 85.00 Other standard makes cheaper. ' Typewriter Insertion Ce., 831 W«t 4th 8u, CUelaaatL 0. BIG 300 Page Catalog ELECTRICAL, TELEGRAPH AND WIRELESS SUPPLIES Mailed for 6c. stamps or coin, which you may deduct from first order of $1.00T SAVE MONEY on ANYTHING ELECTRICAL by having thlajblg catalog. Oyer 100 pages Mlrioscopes; 125 pages general t.ieciricai ouppues. THE J. J. DUCK CO., 438-440 St. Clair St.. TOLEDO. 0. YOUR I i]TO $4,444 offered for certain inven- tions. Book "How to Obttln a Patent” and “What to Invent” sent free. Bead rough sketch for free report as to patent- ability. Patents advertised for sale at our expense la Manufacturers' Journals. CUANDLEE & CHANDLEE. Patent Att’yi £*t»bdsb«d 14 Tsars 1103 r.j Digitized by * .oogle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Startling Watch Otter! ■V SPECIAL TO O. R. T. MEMBERS :“WH “ •••• • •• • • • •••••••••' • • •• • • • • • •• • • • •• •• • • • • • READ! A Watch Offer Without Parallel Write for our FREE book on watches; a book that posts you on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to You on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies* or gentlemen**), or if you ever expect to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book. See coupon below. We WON’T “knuckle down*’ to selling systems among dealers, so we have decided to make such a tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop us. YOU TOO will seize this opportunity to get the “Burlington Special** direct on this wonderful offer. You should not buy a worthless watch just because it is cheap. Nor need you pay exorbitant prices now for a top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explains. djO CA a Month at the Rock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world*! most superb time piece 1 The easiest payment* at the rock-bottom price — the Rock-Bottom price. To assure us that everybody Wilt quickly accept this introductory direct offer , we allots cash or easy payments , just as you prefer. No Down w*tch on ®PProv|J» prepaid (your choice of ^ 11 lady's or gentleman's open face or hunting case). You risk absolutely nothing — you pay nothing — not one cent — unless you want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too that you DO want an independent watch— made in the independent factory that is giving better quality and superior workmanship throughout; we will quickly convince you that the Burlington watch, on which there is only one rock-bottom price (the same rock-bottom price everywhere) is THE watch for the discriminating buyer; that it is THE watch for the man or woman who wants, not the largest selling brand which everybody has. but the best watch, the watch bought by experts, THE watch that is abso- lutely perfect in its many points of superiority— the Bwrlftadtou Welch. You will be posted on Inside fnets and prices when you send for the Burlington Company's free book on watches. BURLINGTON WATCH CO. ■012SU tM aal NmWI 6M.. Ota* M. mW WRITF f°r the free book. It will ™ ft ILIIIj tejj you what you ought to know before you even examine a watch. It will tell you the inside facts about ^ watch prices, and will explain the many superior points of the Bur- lington over the double priced an— minim products. lust send your name and address today. A WATCH CD. Deft. 2513 ISth and MarsUM Hvd. NO LETTER IS coicioo • iuinob ucrtcoiDv A ^ Please send me (without NbbbooAKT — jy obligations and prepaid) /«AftnAu A your free book on watches COUFOP V ’ and copy of your S1.000 chal- «... . Cr lenge, with full explanations of “ ILL A your cash or $2.50 a month offer DO °n Bul>llnfft°n Watch, Name Address Digitized by v^ooole

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<^72cu^C~ Do you realize that Uncle Sam, through the Post Office Department, brings the oldest and one of the largest and strongest banks in Chicago right to your door? You can open an account with one dollar or more in The Hibernian Bank . no matter where you live, as conveniently as if you lived in Chicago. Write for our free booklet "Banking Bp Mail •** THE HIBERNIAN BANK Henry B. Clarke , V.-P. & Mgr. the Savings Dep't. Clark <& Monroe Sts. - CHICAGO . ‘We make so many claims for our Mermen’s Shav- ing Cream, that k they almost ^ seem ridicu- lous— but the 3} pleasant fea- ^ W ture of it is, we can back up every one of them.” ' PIANOS -• The tone, touch and magnificent wearing qualities of the VOSB Piano are explained by the exclusive patented features, the high- grade material and superb workmanship that enter into their construction. The VOSE is an ideal Piano for the home. Over 70,000 sold. Delivered in the United States free of charge. Satisfaction guaranteed. Liberal allowance for old pianos and time payments accepted. PRICK — If j ou .r. tnUrriiMi In pUnut, lei ua a*nd you our banull* fully UliMtrated MUluf, that *1tm full Information. YOSK * SONS PLANO CO.. 101 BoyUton St, Boatoo, lui. ILL1IN0IS=SPRIIN0FIELD WATCHES Write for a Lincoln Medal and a descriptive folder of these watches. ILLINOIS WATCH COMPANY SPRINGFIELD Digitized by vjOOvIU Maker* of the celebrated Menneo’s Boratrd Talcum Toilet Powder Mennen’s Shaving Cream Put our cream to the test, and prove for yourself that it will do all we claim for it, and even more. Mennen’s Shaving Cream solves all the big and little troubles of shaving. Try it at our expense— write today for a free sample. Gerhard Mennen Co., Newark, N. J.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. PRINTYPE Receives the Plaudits of the Public Printype — •- OLIVER Typewriter Printype is owned and controlled exclusively by The Oliver Typewriter Company America rings with praise and applause for Printype. This superb new typewriter type has attracted more attention than any type- writer innovation brought out in recent years. Printype is designed in shaded letters and numerals, like the type in which books and magazines are printed. It is book type trans- formed and adapted to modern typewriter requirements. Send Printype Coupon Now The Oliver Typewriter Company, 989 Oliver Typewriter Bldg., Chicago. Tell Officer “Printype” to write me a letter and send me his Rook. I’m interested. you are inter- ested contem- plate going to n Business Col- ie g e , write u* ftr»t, and we will, without charge, supply you with some very valuable information on the subject. I v 4 '

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I When Addressing our 'advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 186 Electrical Meter Engineering The New Profession \ Learned at Home Yes, you can now learn this i^reat profession in your own home during your your time by mail. We have recently com- ^ pleted a course of instruction that covers every branch of the new profession. Men in constant de- S mand everywhere. Big salaries being - I >aid. The new profession is calling you, it j teeds you . Here is your chance to get your diploma at home during your spare time. $3,000 a Year for Graduates Electrical Meter Engineering is one of the best paying professions in the electrical industry. We can show you hundreds of men making $3,000 a year and better. How would you like to have a $3,000 job six months from now? T he demand for trained Meter Engineers t ir exceeds the supply. Here is your chance to get into the New Profession* Just put your name and address down in the free coupon and send it in today. That’s the first step toward success. The New Profession Be Your Own Boss The profession of Electrical Meter Engine- ering is now in its infancy. The central stations all over the country must have more Meter Engineers. The profession is calling for men. It will pay you big money. Last year over half million new meters were installed. Just think of the vast army of Meter Engineers that ar® needed. This year still more meters are going to bo installed. No wonder the central stations are willing to puy huge sums for competent men. You can get Into the profession. You can get just the training that you need to enable you to fill one of the big jobs. Send the free coupon. Get into the New Pro- fession. Thousands of men are needed. The new profession that is paying Mg ntoMy wants you and needs you. Here is your oppor- tune y to get into it n«w. You don't need to leave your present employ- ment. Justs few hours a day la your own hom® and soon you get vour diploma and you are a full-fledged Meter Engineer. Send Coupon for Free Book Special For a limited time we are makinga spe- cial reduced price offer in order to in- duce men to start the study of Meter Engineering right away. Write for full particulars at once. 4 FREE f Book Coupon L Do not delay. Just put your name and address down on the free^ coupon and send it in to us at once. We will send you absolutely^^ free and prepaid, our new hi# book on Meter Engineering. Fort Wayne Co r- Tells you all about the New Profession and about the excep- .▼respondence School tional opportunities that are now open to men everywhere, Dept. 2584, Ft. Wayne, Ind. Absolutely no obligations of any kind in sendingfor the f Genti«*n: free book. It’s free. Your name and address on free coupon + E*5£J!&!'rjK!? iJS” f3i or a letter, or a postal is enough. But write today —now— im- of the great special offer that is now being mediately while we are still making this great special offer, f 5S*kirS?*,no’ Fort Wayne Correspondence School Dept. 2584 Fort Wayne, Indiana Naine Digitized by Google

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186 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. If You Boys Only Knew How easy it is to own a Buda; what pleasure and profit : you would get from a Buda; how simple a Buda is and how little it costs to run it — those of you who are not already owners would lose no time in getting one. Hundreds of readers of The Railroad Telegrapher have bought Buda Motor Velocipedes in the four and one-half years that we have been advertising them in this . magazine, and that means hundreds of satisfied Buda owners. BUDA No. 16- NH MOTOR VELOCIPEDE. The Buda is so well and thoroughly constructed that the cost of up-keep, barring accident, is practically nothing. The engine is the very highest grade in every respect. The materials used in its construction are selected with the greatest care, and no engine leaves our factory before being given a thorough and actual running test. When it reaches you, you may be sure that it is free from defects and in perfect working order. It is an ideal combination of strength and lightness, which is a point you must consider when selecting a portable motor velocipede. Readers of The Telegrapher may buy Buda Motor Veloci- pedes on monthly payments that place them easily within the reach of all of you. Get your car now and pay for it while you are driving it and enjoying it. Fill out the coupon and mail it today, as it will soon be spring, and you will then wish that you had placed your order and were enjoying your Buda — The Get-there and No-trouble Car. THE BUDA COMPANY, Chicago, 111. GENTLEMEN: Without obligation to me, please send me your literature, and full particulars regarding your special easy payment plan as advertised in the April issue of The Railroad Telegrapher. Name Audress digitized by

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PIANOS The piano shown here is our smallest and least expensive upright. Dainty and finished to the last degree, it is a big “little piano” with the delightful tone and structural im- provements of our highest priced instruments. No expense has been incurred for embellish- ment or display — none spared which would enhance its musical worth. MODEL PURITAN (BOUDOIR UPRIGHT) as we call this style, may be just the piano to fit your needs. Other uprights, grands and player pianos are described in our cata- logue which we gladly send on request. Read What Railroad Men Milwaukee. Wis., Oct. 6. 1911. I vers & Pond Piano Co., Boston, Mass. Gentlemen: —Your letter of the 21st received. Beg to advise that I have purchased one of your style 7Q5’s and we arc more than satisfied with it. Every one who has seen it thinks it the most handsome and sweetest toned piano they have ever seen. We would not be without it. I am employed as locomotive engineer on the Chi- cago. Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway and am a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, Division 66. Yours truly, J. R. Bowen. 3316 Mt. Vernon Ave. Say of the Ivers Sc Pond Emory Gap. Tenn., Feb. 28, 1912. Ivers & Pond Piano Co., Dear Sirs:— I think there is no piano that I could get that I would like as well as the Ivers & Pond. Every one thinks our piano a beauty and my music teacher said it was one of the finest toned pianos she ever saw. She is a graduate in music, so of course should know a good piano. Mr. Smith is an engineer on the Tennessee Central R R. and is a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Division 415. You can use his name in refer- ing to others if you like. Very respectfully. Mrs. E. E. Smith. If You Can’t Come to Our Factory — Why Not Let Us Bring Our Factory to You ? That’s practically what it means — our No-Risk mail order plan of selling, available wher- ever in the United States no dealer sells the Ivers & Pond. Experts select from hundreds of pianos just ments, and we take the risk, paying R. R. freights should the piano fail to please. Liberal allow- ances for old pianos in exchange. Attractive, easy payment plans available wherever you may live. the instrument to suit your individual require- Fill out and send this coupon to IVERS & POND PIANO CO. 145 BoyUton St., Boston, Mass. Pima am mail mm your nmw catalogum and Spmcial Offmr to Railroad Mmn. For catalogue and a personal letter with information of much value to any prospective purchase £ simply fill out and mail the coupon. Namm. Addrmmm.

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Legislation. THE report of the Legislative Com- mittee of the American Federation of Labor, concerning its efforts before the Sixty-first and Sixty-second Congresses, is very interesting and con- tains much valuable information regarding labors of representatives at the national capitol in their efforts to secure beneficial legislation. While space will not permit the publication of the report in full, the following interesting excerpts are taken from that report : In a comparative way, the Sixty-secbnd Congress was a vast improvement over the Sixty-first, and the Sixty-first was vast- ly superior to any that had ever preceded it as to legislation affecting the best inter- ests of the people. It may be safely said that the calibre of the industrial statesmen who were members of the Sixty-second Congress was of a much higher grade than that of any previous Congress. It con- tained more men who not only understood the industrial interests of the people, but who were true representatives of the peo- ple. There was evidence that the methods adopted were more definite and purposeful ; and that at practically every step an intelli- gent program was being followed, instead of the slipshod and .haphazard methods of the men previously sent to Washington. Department of Labor. The Sulzer bill, H. R. 22913, creating a Department of Labor, with a Secretary to be a member of the President’s Cabinet, with the power of mediation in trade dis- putes and the right to appoint conciliators in such cases when he shall deem it wist, passed the House by unanimous vote on July 17, 1912. It was favorably reported to the Senate by Senator Borah, chairman of the Committee on Education and Labor of Digitized by Google

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518 The Railroad Telegrapher. the Senate, on August 6, 1912, and finally passed the Senate on February 26, 1913, after being amended so that the Bureau of Naturalization was separated from the Bureau of Immigration, and the Children's Bureau was added to the new Department. On March 1, 1913, the House concurred in the Senate amendments and the bill for the new Department was approved by the President March 4, 1913, with a memoran- dum by him in which he said: “I sign this bill with considerable hesi- tation, not because I dissent from the pur- pose of Congress to create a Department of Labor, but because I think that nine de- partments are enough for the proper ad- ministration of the Government, and be- cause I think that no new department ought to be created without a reorganization of all departments in the Government and a re- distribution of the bureaus between them. “I forebear, however, because my motive in doing so would be misunderstood. There is a provision in the bill for a rec- ommendation by the head of the new de- partment as to the reorganization of bureaus that may itself lead to a general reorganiza- tion which is so much to be desired." We should report that when the bill reached the President for his approval he immediately referred it to Secretary Nagel, of the Department of Commerce and La- bor. Mr. Nagel, in sending the bill back to the President, urged that the bill be vetoed, as he strenuously objected to the Bureau of Immigration coming under the Department of Labor. It was because of the objections of Secretary Nagel that the President so reluctantly signed the bill. We might say further that had it not been for the efforts of President Gompers, Secretary Morrison, Governor Sulzer, and the demands of a larger number of repre- sentative labor men throughout the country in urging the President to sign the bill, we feel confident it would have been returned to Congress with his disapproval. President Wilson has appointed former Representative William B. Wilson, of Penn- sylvania, as the first Secretary of the new Department of Labor. Physical Valuation of Railroads. The Adamson-LaFollette bill. H. R. 22593, providjpg for the Physical Valuation of Railroads and for the purpose of secur- ing information concerning their stocks, bonds, etc., passed the House on December 6, 1912. The Senate Committee on Inter- state and Foreign Cotnmerce reported it out with amendments, and as* amended it passed the Senate February 25, 1913. It was agreed to in conference and later signed by the President on March 4, 1913. Election of United States Senators by Popular Vote. After many years of insistent endeavor on the part of the American Federation of Labor, the bill providing for the Popular Election of United States Senators, through an amendment to the Constitution, passed the House April 13, 1911, was amended and passed by the Senate June 12, 1911, and on May 13, 1912, the House passed the Senate bill. It was signed by the President and then referred to the several States, It has already been ratified by the requisite num- ber of States. Not a single State has acted adversely. In fact, the amendment for the popular election of United States Senators is being ratified by one State Legislature after another with a celerity that is a whole- some endorsement of our attitude on this question. By the adoption of this amend- ment the people’s rights and interests will be better conserved. The Senators will be made responsive to the will of the people, and the people’s government will be mort completely within their own control. Post-office Employes Protected. In the second session of the Sixty-second Congress legislation was enacted in behalf of the post-office employes which guaran- teed to them the eight-hour day; the right of a hearing and the freedom of petition was restored to them as well as the rights of free speech and the privilege of associa- tion. Ex-President Roosevelt had denied these normal, inherent rights to post-office employes, and ex-President Taft ratified and extended the drastic executive orders of his predecessor. But the persistent work of the representatives of the American Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 519 Federation of Labor in behalf of the post- office employes and the other civil service employes of the Federal Government was so effective that Congress recognized the justice of the case and restored to the em- ployes the rights and privileges enjoyed by other citizens, notwithstanding the orders of the executive. Parcel Post Inaugurated. We also secured the passage of a Parcel post law, and the guarantee of second-class rates for trade union and fraternal pub- lications. In the last session of Congress, the mini- mum salary for post-office clerks was raised from $600 to $800 for the first year. It is estimated this will benefit over 6,000 new employes in the post-office each year, and it practically saves a grade per year. We were glad to aid the officers of the National Federation of Post-office Clerks in secur- ing these advantages. Anti-Trust Legislation. The Bartlett Anti-Trust bill, . H. R. 23189, that was favorably reported by the House Committee on Labor, April 22, 1912, died on the House calendar, in spite of our repeated efforts to obtain favorable action thereon. The Bacon bill, S. 6266, which was an identical bill in the Senate to the Bartlett bill, was never reported out of committee. On February 20, 1913, when the Sundry Civil Appropriations bill was being con- sidered by the House of Representatives, and when that section of the bill was reached making appropriations for the en- forcement of the Anti-Trust laws, Con- gressman Hamill, of New Jersey, offered the following amendment: “Provided, however, that no part of this money shall be expended in the prosecution of any organization or individual for en- tering into any combination or agreement having in view the increasing of wages, the shortening of hours, or bettering the con- dition of labor, or for any act done in furtherance thereof not in itself unlawful !’ After some debate, the House adopted the amendment. Representative Rodden- bery, of Georgia, immediately offered the following amendment: “Provided, further, that no part of this appropriation shall be expended for the prosecution of producers of farm products or associations of farmers who co-operate or organize in the effort to obtain and main- tain a fair and reasonable price for their products.” This amendment was also agreed to by the House and was incorporated in the bill as it went to the Senate, and was reported with the bill to the Senate by the Senate Committee on Appropriations on February 26th. When the bill was before the Senate the next day, the Senate also accepted the bill with the Hamill and Roddenbery pro- visos, so that when the bill passed the Senate on February 28, 1913, the amend- ments were intact. The measure then went to conference because many provi- sions in the Sundry Civil bill had been amended by the Senate. The conferees finally reached an agreement and the meas- ure was submitted to President Taft on March 4, who returned the Sundry Civil bill without his approval, saying: “My reasons for failing to approve this important appropriation bill are found in the provision which has been added to that section appropriating $300,000 for the en- forcement of the Anti-Trust laws. . . . I am unable to give my assent to a bill which contains this provision.” The House immediately overruled this action by President Taft in vetoing a large supply bill because of the safety provisions to Labor which it contained. The House passed the bill over the objections of the President by a vote of 264 ayes, 48 nays, 3 answering present, and 66 not voting. Roll-Call Vote on Anti-Trust Bill. The following is the record of the votes cast by the members of the House of Rep- resentatives on March 4, 1913, in favor of and in opposition to the veto of the Presi- dent, on the Anti-Trust section of the Sundry Civil Appropriations bill which was under consideration. It also records those who failed to vote. In this instance, those Digitized by Google

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520 The Railroad Telegrapher. voting aye voted for Labor and against the President’s veto. Those voting nay voted for the President’s veto and against Labor. Those failing to vote signified their in- difference to the question : Alabama : Aye — Blackmon, Btirnett, Clayton, Dent, Heflin, Hobson, Richardson, Taylor. Not Voting — Underwood. Arizona : Aye — Hayden. Arkansas : Aye— Cravens, Floyd, Good- win, Jacoway, Macon, Oldfield, Taylor. California : Aye— Hayes, Kent, Need- ham, Raker, Stephens. Not Voting— Kalin, Knowland. Colorado : Aye— Martin, Rucker, Taylor. Connecticut : Aye— Reilly. Nay— Henry, Higgins, Hill, Tilson. Delaware: Not Voting— Heald. Florida: Aye— Clark, Mays. Not Voting — Sparkman. Georgia: Aye — Adamson, Bartlett, Bell, Brantley, Edwards, Hardwick, Howard, Hughes, Lee, Roddenbery, Tribble. Idaho : Aye — French. Illinois : Aye — Buchanan, Copley, Evans, Foster, Fowler, Fuller, Gallagher, Graham,’ McDermott, Mann, Prince, Rainey, Rod- denberg, Stone, Wilson. Nay— Cannon, Foss, McKenzie, Sterling, Thistlewood. Not Voting— McKinley, McKinney, Mad- den, Sabath, Stack. Indiana: Aye — Adair, Barnhart, Boehne, Cline, Cull op, Dixon, Gray, Korbly, Mor- rison, Moss. Not Voting— Cox, Rauch. Crumpacker answered “Present.” Iowa: Aye — Good, Green, Kendall, Ken- nedy, Pickett, Pepper, Scott, Towner, Woods. Not Voting— Haugen, Prouty. Kansas : Aye — Campbell, Jackson, Mur- dock, Neeley, Rees, Taggart, Young. Nay — Anthony. Kentucky: Aye— Cantrill, Fields, Helm, James, Johnson, Langley, Powers, Rouse, Stanley, Thomas. Not Voting— Sherley. Louisiana : Aye — Broussard, Dupre, Es- topinal, Pujo, Morgan, Watkins. Not Vot- ing— Ramsdell. Maryland: Aye— Konig, Lewis, Linthi- cum, Talbott. Not Voting— Covington. Parran answered “Present.” Maine: Aye — Gould, McGillicuddy. Nay — Guernsey, Hinds. Massachusetts : Aye — Curley, Gardner, Greene, Murray, Peters, Thayer. Nay — Ames, Wilder. Not Voting — Gillett, Harris, Lawrence, McCall, Roberts, Weeks. Michigan : Aye — Doremus, Hamilton, Loud, McLaughlin, Smith, J. M. G, Smith, S. W., Sweet, Young. Nay— Dodds, Ford- ney, McMorran. Minnesota: Aye — Anderson, Hammond, Lindbergh, Miller, Nye. Nay— Steenerson, Stevens, Volstead. Not Voting— Davis. Mississippi : Aye— Candler, Collier, Har- rison, Humphreys, Sisson, Stephens, With- erspoon. Not Voting— Dickson. Missouri : Aye— Alexander, Booher, Bor- land, Daugherty, Dickinson, Hamlin, Hens- ley, Lloyd, Rubey, Rucker, Russell, Shackle- ford. Nay— Bartholdt, Dyer. Not Voting- Gill. Montana: Not Voting — Pray. Nebraska: Aye— Kinkaid, Lobeck, Ma- guire, Norris, Sloan. Not Voting— Steph- ens. N evada : Ay e— Roberts. New Hampshire: Not Voting— Currier, Sulloway. New Jersey: Aye— Hart, Kinkead, Mc- Coy, Scully, Townsend, Tuttle. Nay — Browning, Gardner. Not Voting— Hamill, Wood. New Mexico: Aye — Curry, Ferguson. New York: Aye — Akin, Ayres, Conry, Driscoll, D. A., Fitzgerald, Fornes, Gold- fogle, Harrison, Kindred, Maher, Mott, Pat- ten, Redfield, Simmons, Underhill, Wilson. Nay — Bradley, Calder, Driscoll, M. E., Dwight, Fairchild, Merritt, Payne. Not Voting — Danforth, De Forest, Draper, George, Levy, Lindsay, Littleton, Riordan, Smith, Talcott, Vreeland. Andrus answered “Present.” North Carolina: Aye — Doughton, Faison, ‘Godwin, Gudger, Kitchen, Page, Pou, Small, Stedman, Webb. North Dakota: Aye — Helgesen. Ohio : Aye — Allen, Ashbrook, Bathrick, Bulkley, Claypool, Denver, Francis, Goeke, Longworth, Post, Sharp, Sherwood, Swit- zer, White, Willis, Nay — Howland, Whit- acre. Not Voting — Ansberry, Taylor. Oklahoma : Aye — Carter, Davenport, Ferris, McGuire, Morgan. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 521 Oregon : Aye — Hawley, Lafferty. Pennsylvania : Aye — Ainey, Difenderfer, Donohoe, Farr, Gregg, Hartman, Lee, Pal- mer, Porter, Wilson. Nay — Bates, Burke, Crago, Dalzell, Griest, Lafean, Langham, McCreary, Matthews, Moore, Olmsted, Pat- ton, Speer, Vare. Not Voting — Barchfeld, Butler, Focht, Moon, Reyburn, Rothermel. Rhode Island: Aye — O’^haunessy. South Carolina : Aye — Aiken, Ellerbee, Finley, Johnson, Lever. Not Voting — Byrnes. South Dakota : Aye — Burke. Not Vot- ing— Martin. Tennessee: Aye — Austin, Byrns, Hous- ton, Hull, McKellar, Moon, Sims. Not Voting — Garrett, Padgett, Sells. Texas: Aye— Beall, Burgess, Burleson, Callaway, Garner, Gregg, Hardy, Henry, Moore, Randell, Smith, Stephens, Young. Not Voting — Dies, Slayden. Utah : Aye — Howell. Virginia: Aye — Carlin, Flood, Hay, Hol- land, Lamb, Saunders, Turnbull. Not Vot- ing— Glass, Jones, Slemp. Vermont*: Aye — Greene, Plumley. Washington : Aye — LaFollette, Warbur- ton. Not Voting — Humphrey. West Virginia: Aye — Davis, Hamilton, Littlepage. Not Voting — Brown, Hughes. Wisconsin: Aye — Burke, Cary, Cooper, Davidson, Esch, Kopp, Lenroot, Nelson. Nay — Berger. Not Voting — Konop, Morse. Wyoming: Aye — Mondell. The Anti-Trust bill then died in the Sen- ate because the hour of adjournment had arrived before action could be taken. Workmen's Compensation. At the instance of the American Federa- tion of Labor and the Railroad Brother- hoods, the Sixty-first Congress passed a bill providing for the appointment of a Commis- sion on Employers’ Liability and Work- men’s Compensation. President Taft ap- pointed Senators Sutherland, of Utah, and Chamberlain, of Oregon ; Representatives Brantley, of Georgia, and Moon, of Penn- sylvania; W. C. Brown, president of the New York Central Railroad, and Daniel L. Cease, of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, as members of the commission. This commission gave extended hearings in which President Gompers and other rep- resentatives of the A. F. of L. and of the Railway Brotherhoods participated. Many drafts of bills were made by the commission, each an improvement* upon the other. On February 20, 1912, the commission after many months of exhaustive labor reported its conclusions to the President, and at the same time submitted a final draft of bill known as S. 5382. The bill was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee, where, after many hearings at which the same gentlemen and others were heard, it was reported favorably to the Senate, and after extended discussion passed May 6, 1912, by a vote of 64 ayes to 15 nays. The bill then went to the House and was referred to the Judiciary Committee, where many hearings were had. The Executive Copncil of the American Federation of Labor at its January meeting directed us to arrange with the House Judiciary Com- mittee for a hearing upon the bill. Through unforeseen circumstances the committee did not have a quorum on the date for which the hearing was arranged. January 24, 1913, was set for that purpose, and President Gompers, by direction of the Executive Council, addressed the committee. In the name of the American Federation of Labor and for the best interests of all railroad employes, the Judiciary Committee was urged to report the best bill upon which the committee could agree, so that a gen- erous and comprehensive Workmen’s Com- pensation measure would be law prior to the adjournment of the Sixty-second Congress. The action of the Executive Council had the effect of arousing new interest among the members of that committee. On Febru- ary 4, 1913, the committee reported the bill favorably to the House with a few addi- tional amendments, which further strength- ened and liberalized the measure, as well as effectively secured the right of action for injured workmen within the statute of limi- tations under the Employer’s Liability Act of 1908. In order to further favorable action on this measure by the House, a Digitized by Google

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522 The Railroad Telegrapher. copy of the following joint letter was sent to each member: Headquarters, American Federation of Labor. Washington, D. G, Feb. 3, 1913. Sir: A comprehensive bill applicable to the employes of common carriers by rail- roads is now before your honorable body for final action. The members of the House of Repre- sentatives are hereby respectfully requested to record their votes in favor of a compen- sation bill. By such action at this session it will gain the hearty approval <*f the men engaged in the hazardous occupa- tions connected with railroad transportation, and a series of intelligent endeavors by Congress will have reached a desirable cul- mination. At the earnest solicitation of the workers, the House of Representatives passed a resolution on June 6, 1910, providing for a commission on Employers’ Liability and Workmen’s Compensation; that commission was directed to investigate thoroughly the whole subject-matter and to recommend such legislation as seemed desirable. The Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives has spent many hours of labor giving the subject serious considerations since the matter was sub- mitted to their charge on May 6, 1912. The outcome of the deliberations of this com- mittee is now in your hands. Your earnest attention and immediate action in aiding the passage at this session of a liberal, comprehensive, and effective compensation bill will meet with sincere appreciation of the workers engaged in railroad transportation, as well as the peo- ple personally. We, the undersigned authorized repre- sentatives of the American Federation of Labor and of the Brotherhood of Locomo- tive Engineers, confidently hope that you will personally aid by the passage at this session of a workmen's compensation act. By so doing there will be a satisfactory completion of the intelligent and earnest efforts made, instead of allowing such ef- forts to be wasted or abortive. We hope we may obtain your service in behalf of this necessary, beneficent meas- ure. Respectfully submitted, Saml. Gompers, President, American Federation of Labor, H. E. Wills, Assistant Grand Chief Engineer and Na- tional Legislative Representative of the International Brotherhood of Locomo- tive Engineers. The House passed the measure as re- ported by the Judiciary Committee on March 1, 1913, by a vote of 218 ayes, 81 nays, 2 answering present, and 80 not vot- ing. The amendments added to the bill by the Judiciary Committee of the House ne- cessitated the measure going back to the Senate for action thereon. A motion was made in the Senate to concur in the House amendments. Objection to this procedure was made by three Senators, who served notice that they desired to be heard on the amended bill. This notification was equiva- lent to a filibuster and prevented action ; consequently, the compensation bill died in the Senate and the many months of exhaus- tive service and labor on the part of the commission and the proponents of the com- pensation bill were in vain, so far as the Sixty-second Congress was concerned. The Compensation bill, H. R. 30995, amending the Federal Compensation Act for Government employes, died upon the House calendar because its passage de- pended upon the outcome of the bill, S. 5382, conserving the interests of railroad employes. Contempt Bill. The Clayton Contempt bill, H. R. 22591, passed the House on July 11, 1912, by a vote of 233 ayes to 18 nays. This bill provided for a trial by jury for all contempts alleged to have occurred outside of the court and so far removed from it as not to interfere with the administration of justice. We were assured that this bill would be one of the first to receive the consideration of the Sen- ate Committee on Judiciary in the third session of the Sixty-second Congress, begin- ning December, 1912, but notwithstanding our most diligent efforts, the bill died in the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 523 Senate Committee on Judiciary without •ven being assigned to a subcommittet or a hearing fieing held upon it. Immigration. The Immigration bill, S. 3175, containing the literacy test, passed the Senate April 19, 1912, by a vote of 56 ayes, 9 nays and 30 not voting. The bill also provided for an increase in the head tax from $4 to $5, and was a general codification of the im- migration laws. It was then referred to the House Committee on Immigration, and after prolonged consideration this commit- tee, on June 6, 1912, decided to strike out all after the enacting clause and add only the literacy test part of the bill. The Rules Committee reported a special rule for the consideration of this bill, De- cember 17, 1912, and later on that day the literacy test passed the House by a vote of 201 ayes, 61 nays, 3 answering present, and 123 not voting. The bill then went to con- ference, and on January 16, 1913, the House conferees reported. On January 17 the conferees’ report was taken up in the House, and on a vote to lay the confer- ence report upon the table the vote stood 60 ayes, 191 nays, 8 answering present, and 124 not voting. Later in the day the House accepted the conferees’ report. The Senate conferees on January 18, 1913, reported to the Senate, and after some slight discussion it was laid over until Monday, January 20th. When the Senate conference report was taken up for con- sideration it was discovered by Senator LaFollette that the conferees had written new legislation into the bill which he claimed they had no right to do. This new legislation provided that the Secretary of Commerce and Labor should have exclu- sive powers, with no appeal from his de- cision to decide whether there was or was not sufficient skilled labor in this coun- try. By a powerful argument Senator La- Follette succeeded in having the bill sent back to conference with instructions to the conferees to eliminate this new legislation, which was practically a repeal of the for- mer contract labor law contained in the old immigration acts. When it was learned that an attempt on the part of the conferees to write new legis- lation of such a nature into this bill, Presi- dent Gompers immediately had prepared and presented to Senator LaFollette data showing that a former Secretary of Com- merce and Labor undertook to interpret the existing law so as to accomplish the re- sult sought by this new legislation, that is, to secure skilled labor from foreign coun- tries to take the places of skilled workmen who were on strike for the betterment of their conditions in this country. The de- feat of this proposed new legislation on the part of the conferees of the Senate and the House was mainly due to the promptness with which action was taken. A dangerous reactionary ‘‘certificate of character” proviso had also been incor- porated in the report of the conferees. Such a proposed “certificate of character,” if enacted into law, would have been sufficient to have prevented those who had been energetic in their own countries in behalf of the rights of the people, either through trade unions, political parties, or thosft pro- testing against religious persecution, such as the Kischineff massacres, etc., from coming to this country. Due to the prompt- ness with which protest was made to such provisos, the “certificate of character” pro- vision also was removed from the proposed new immigration bill. After these errors had been corrected, final reports of the conferees were agreed to on February 3, 1913, and the immigra- tion bill then went to the President. He then took the literacy test provision under special consideration and held hearings upon it, giving President Gompers, Secre- tary Morrison, and others favoring the literacy test, an opportunity to present argu- ments. The President then referred the bill to Secretary Nagel of the Department of Commerce and Labor for his considera- tion. Secretary Nagel returned the bill to the President with his disapproval. Upon this disapproval the President in his veto message said that while there were some good things in the measure he acted upon the advice of Secretary Nagel and he re- luctantly returned the bill to Congress with his disapproval. Digitized by Google

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524 The Railroad Telegrapher. On February 17. 1913, the Senate pro- ceeded to again consider the bill returned by the President with his objections, and voted upon the question: ‘‘Shall the bill pass, the objection of the President of the United States to the contrary notwith- standing?" After considerable discussion, the matter went over until the next day, and on Feb- ruary 18th, the Senate passed the bill over the President’s veto, the vote being 72 in favor of overruling the President’s veto, and 18 against. The bill was then referred to the House, and on February 19. 1913, the House failed to overrule the veto of the President, the vote being, 213 ayes, 114 nays. 2 voting present, and 52 not voting. A change of 5 votes would have overriden the veto and placed the law upon the statute books. Injunction Limitation. The Clayton Injunction bill, H. R. 23635. which passed the House May 14, 1912. by a vote of 244 ayes to 31 nays, was referred by the Judiciary Committee of the Senate to a subcommittee of five, comprising Senators Root of New York, chairman, Sutherland of Utah, Nelson of Minnesota, Republicans; Chilton of West Virginia and O’Gorman of New York, Democrats. A number of hearings were held by this sub- committee, almost the entire time being taken up by lawyers and agents represent- ing the employers’ interests, who consumed their time not in arguing the merits of the bill, but in denouncing the organizations of Labor and attacking their officers. Labor was thereby placed in a most peculiar posi- tion, for it was realized that the opponents to this legislation interjected these foreign matters and denunciations for the purpose of consuming time and making it necessary for Labor’s representatives in some degree to meet the unwarranted or extraneous sub- jects. Through the chicanery of hostile employers’ attorneys and with the complais- ance of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee, that committee was made the convenient in- strument to interject this foreign matter into the record. It was necessary to secure an opportunity for President Valentine and John P. Frey, of the International Molders' Union, and President Gompers to be heard in refutation of these charges. Opportunity was finally afforded on August 13, 1912, a few days before the adjournment of the second session. As soon as the third ses- sion of Congress convened arrangements were made with Chairman Root for a hear- ing upon the merits of the Clayton bill and the need of legislation limiting the use of the injunctive writ. On January 6 and 10, 1913, President Gompers was heard at considerable length. The hearings containing his arguments are in print in document form, and we recom- mend that the rank and file of organized labor and students make individual appli- cation to their Senators for copies of these important hearings on the Clayton Injunc- tion Limitation bill. Persistent efforts were made to obtain action by the subcommittee and by the full Judiciary Committee. Many Senators ex- pressed themselves as being anxious to have an opportunity to discuss the abuse of the writ of injunction upon the floor of the Senate,, and it was confidently believed that the Clayton bill would have passed the Senate if Senator Root and his colleagues upon the subcommittee had treated this subject with reasonably fair consideration, but they resorted to the old-time method of allowing measures of so much vital in- terest to the masses of the workers to die in committee. We are, however, con- strained to believe that this is the last in- stance when meritorious legislation in be- half of the people will be within the control of a few men upon a powerful committee: permitting them the opportunity to smother it effectively for the time being. We feel that it is our duty to recall to the memory of our people that killing legislation in committees was the regular practice of the old regime, but since Labor made its me- morable protest by filing its Bill of Griev- ances with Congress and the President on March. 1906, this great evil, and to our minds iniquitous system, has become al- most obsolete. The men of Labor have, therefore, rendered a tremendous service to the people of the United States by com- pelling Representatives and Senators having proposed legislation in their hands, to take Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 525 action upon it. It is regrettable that the subcommittee having the injunction limita- tion bill under consideration employed the same objectionable methods to prevent af- fording an opportunity to express the will of the people. On February 7, 1913, Senator Martin, of Virginia, in co-operation with Senators Martine of New Jersey, Owen of Okla- homa, Culberson of Texas, Borah of Idaho, and others, made a vigorous protest against the action of the Committee on Judiciary in withholding action upon the Clayton bill. Senator Clark of Wyoming, chairman of the committee, went so far afield for ex- cuses as to charge the friends of the bill with the responsibility of delaying action upon it because of their further desire to be heard. The delay was caused by the inaction of the subcommittee itself. This situation, together with senatorial parlia- mentary usages, prevented Senator Martin from pressing his protest for a discharge of the Committee on Judiciary. SUMMARY OF LEGISLATION BENEFICIAL TO THE WORKERS ENACTED BY CON- GRESS THROUGH THE ENDEAVORS OF ORGANIZED LABOR. Record for the Fifty-ninth Congress. Employers* Liability Act secured. Immigration laws amended and strength- ened. Law limiting railroadmen’s hours of labor to sixteen in any one day enacted. Federal investigation of industrial con- ditions among working women and children ordered. Amendments to Chinese Exclusion law defeated. Ship subsidy and conscription defeated. Anti-compulsory pilotage proposition de- feated. Record of Sixtieth Congress . Employers* Liability Law passed, substi- tuting the act passed by the Fifty-ninth Congress which was annulled by the United States Supreme Court. Compensation for injuries to Government Employes* Act passed. Child Labor Law for the District of Co- lumbia enacted. Proposed reduction of wages of employes of Panama Canal and Railroad defeated. Proposal to waive contract labor provision of immigration laws in Hawaii defeated. Effort to establish censor of publications in Postoffice Department defeated. First Federal appropriation for investiga- tion of accidents in coal mines secured. Self-emptying ash pan law for locomo- tives enacted. Law enacted disapproving unfair per- sonal injury act of territory of New Mexico. Compulsory investigation of labor dis- putes bill defeated — a mischievous propo- sition intended as a forerunner for com- pulsory arbitration. Ship Subsidy and Conscription bill again defeated. Record of Sixty-first Congress. Employers* Liabality Act amended and strengthened. Federal Employes* Compensation for In- juries Act, extended. Law^ passed requiring railroads to report all accidents. Standard Equipment Act for railroads, passed (valuable safety appliance measure), Federal Locomotive Boiler Inspection Law enacted. Immigration law amended and strength- ened, relating to deportation, also prohibit- ing interstate transportation of so-called “white slaves.** Eight-hour provision incorporated in Naval Appropriation Acts of both sessions. Eight-hour provision included in act au- thorizing construction of revenue cutters. Postal Savings Bank law enacted. Bureau of Mines established. Federal Commission appointed on Work- men’s Compensation and Employers* Lia- bility. Porto Rican legislation enacted providing for an eight-hour day on pubiic works; a law prohibiting employment of children un- der fourteen years of age ; and an em- ployers* liability law. Amendment to Constitution providing for income tax, passed. Law enacted compelling publicity of political campaign contributions. Digitized by Google

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526 The Railroad Telegrapher. Child Labor Law for District of Colum- bia amended and strengthened. Rules of House of Representatives amended hindering the practice of smother- ing legislation in committee. Record of Sixty-second Congress. “Gag” Rule abolished, rights of hearing, petition, and association restored to post- office and other civil service employes.* United States Constitutional amendment providing for popular election of Senators passed. General Eight-hour bill on contracts for public work enacted. Eight hours in the contracts of fortifica- tion bill provided. Eight hours in the contracts of naval bill provided. Eight hours for letter carriers and clerks in postoffices made operative. Anti-Phosphorus Match bill enacted. Children's Bureau established. Extension of Federal Compensation for Injuries Act to Bureau of Mines employes. Industrial Relations Commission provided. Second-class postage rates assured for trade union and fraternal publications. Eight-hour law of 1892 amended by ex- tending it to dredgemen. Law enacted providing for a Department of Labor; the Secretary of same to be a member of the President's, cabinet. Bureau of Mines Act amended and strengthened. Seamen's bill passed Congress, vetoed by President Taft. Immigration bill passed Congress, vetoed by President Taft. Anti-trust proviso passed Congress ex- empting organizations of labor from prose- cution under Sherman law, vetoed by Presi- dent Taft. Free Smoker bill passed (in interest of cigarmakers). Physical valuation law for railroads and express companies passed. Parcel Post law passed. Law passed establishing the three-watch svstem in the merchant marine, for masters, mates, and pilots. Federal investigation ordered of the in- dustrial conditions prevailing in the iron and steel industry, also a congressional in- vestigation ordered of the United States Steel Corporation. Increased appropriations obtained for rescue work in Bureau of Mines. Pubic construction in Government navy yards of naval vessels and colliers secured. Secured 5 cents an hour advance for pressmen in Government Printing Office. Secured 10 per cent increase in wages for employes of Naval Gun Factory. Trade unionist appointed first Secretary of the Department of Labor. Federal investigation textile strike at Lawrence, Mass. Congressional investigation Taylor “stop watch” system. The amendment to the Federal Constitu- tion providing for an income tax has been ratified by three- fourths of the States and is now effective. PNEUMONIA PREVENTION. THE end of the winter, far from bring- ing a termination to the danger from pneumonia, in reality marks the be- ginning of the season when this disease becomes an extremely serious cause of in- crease of mortality. This is true particu- larly in large cities. In recent years this increase has become more and more marked and is all the more striking because of the decrease in deaths from other infectious diseases. Pneumonia has been aptly termed the “Captain of the Men of Death,” dis- placing tuberculosis, which for so long oc- cupied that “bad eminence.” The most important problem before the medical pro- fession at present is the reduction of the death rate from pneumonia. Considering the nature of the disease and the intense strain which it imposes on the heart, it is probable that the only hopeful outlook for any considerable reduction in pneumonia mortality is through the prevention of the disease. The prospect of a cure for it, in the popular sense of that term, according to The Journal of the American Medical As- sociation, has grown less as we have learned more about the disease. While Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 527 pneumonia is most frequent during the colder portion of the year it is not de- pendent entirely on low temperature. The disease occurs at all seasons and in all climates. It does not work its greatest ravages in the colder climates, but is rather rare in the cold of high altitudes and is al- most never known to occur within the Arc- tic circle. In spite of all their suffering from cold, Arctic explorers escape this dan- ger. Hence we must assume that cold acts in conjunction with some other factor in the production of the disease. Pneumonia is favored by lack of sunlight and it occurs among those who are much exposed to dust or who have to breathe the emana- tions from the lungs of other people. Ca- tarrhal processes affecting the air passages prepare the soil for the implantation of the germ of pneumonia. It is particularly a disease of city life and crowded living. With our present knowledge the prospects are hopeful for the control of pneumonia in the future through prevention. This is of special importance to the individual. The avoidance of pneumonia is largely a ques- tion of personal precautions that prevent the development of the disease by lessen- ing the predisposition to it. Men in mid- dle life, particularly those above 50, must learn during unsettled weather to avoid crowds, especially when fatigued and when they have been for a number of hours with- out eating. Late at night, when for any reason a meal has been missed, crowds are dangerous. If this lesson could be gen- erally learned there would be less pneu- monia among the well-to-do classes. The principal danger comes in crowded street- cars, which if possible should be avoided at rush hours. It needs to be emphasized that the danger from overcrowding is greatly enhanced by fatigue and going with- out food. In a word, the prevention of pneumonia is now* much clearer than it was. Like all the other infectious diseases, instead of being a more or less inevitable dispensation it has come to be recognized as due to certain definite factors which can be greatly lessened by public and individual hygienic regulations, RAILWAY SANITATION. THE advance of the railways of the country in applied sanitation hag been marked. When one recalls the conditions allowed to exist in railway cars twenty years ago the present state of clean- liness is comparatively satisfactory. The railways are indeed to be commended for their gradual introduction of hygienic reg- ulations that keep their cars, in spite of the numbers of people who travel in them every day, in a state that is not likely to endan- ger health. There remains, however, one phase of railway sanitation that will soon have to be dealt with. Though it is a diffi- cult phase, there is no doubt that improve- ment of present conditions must come with- out delay. It would seem to be better for the railways to take up the problem of their own initiative rather than be forced into it by legal regulation. This is the present mode of disposing of the sewage of trains. In former years when popula- tion was less dense and when trains were not nearly so frequent and crowded, it was perhaps not so much to be deprecated that the railways should scatter sewage over the right of way. Now that railways cross thickly populated tracts of territory, and express trains pass through towns of con- siderable size without stopping, the crude disregard of hygiene in this matter is en- tirely out of keeping with present-day sani- tary science, particularly as the railway rule is to have the toilets locked only dur- ing the times of stopping at stations, which gives opportunity for the scattering of offensive material, distinctly dangerous to health, even on the streets of towns. Rail- ways frequently cross streams that are con- nected with water-supplies, and the present custom may well prove a source of con- tamination of drinking-water. It will not be long, says The Journal of the American Medical Association , before the general public wakes up to this serious danger. Now that we are carefully disposing of sewage in connection with our cities and are no longer allowing ordinary waterways to be contaminated as formerly, protection of our smaller streams will surely come to be felt as a necessity. Digitized by Google

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528 The Railroad Telegrapher. ONE CENT POSTAGE. ACTION on the part of Postmaster- General Albert S. Burleson, involving k the appointment of a commission to investigate the “actual financial, physical and working conditions of the postal serv- ice” is regarded by business men all over the country as the initial step towards one- cent letter postage. Postmaster-General Burleson indicates that there have been so many conflicting reports as to the general conditions of the department that he has decided to have a full and complete investigation made with a view to determining the exact status of affairs. The commission is composed of Daniel C. Roper, Joseph Stewart, A. M. Dockery and James I. Blackslee, first, second, third and fourth assistant postmasters-general, respectively, and Merrit O. Chance, chief clerk of the department. These are the new officials just appointed under the Wil son administration to conduct the affairs of the post-office department. Now that the parcel post is in actual operation and bids fair to be extended dur- ing the next few years, it is claimed by business men generally that their demand for a one-cent letter rate should be heeded. They point to the fact that the post-office department is now realizing an enormous surplus, something like $65,000,000 per year, from the letter mail. Although letter mail constitutes but fourteen per cent of the rev- enue of the department, it pays about sev- enty-five per cent of the revenue received from all classes, and it is evident that this is a decided discrimination against users of first-class, or letter mail. One of the interesting features of the post-office department which will be inves- tigated is the so-called “blue-tag” system. In September, 1911, the plan was inaugu- rated. It covers that section of the United States lying between Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Chicago, St. Louis and Kansas City, and provides that within this section second- class mail, particularly, heavy magazine mail, shall be hauled in freight cars. Reports furnished by Postmaster Childs indicate that the saving on the small part of the whole mail that this portion covered for a term of seventeen months was $364,995.50. The Curtis Publishing Company, of Phil- adelphia, probably the largest periodical publishers in the world, ship out of Phila- delphia by regular mail service every day from five to ten fully-loaded cars, stacked to the roof with magazines. These are carried at the rate of one cent per pound, or $20 per ton. When shipped in this way they may be carried for that sum all the way from Philadelphia to California. 'Letter mail, on the other hand, costs its originators an average rate of over 84 cents per pound, because there are in the neigh- borhood of forty-five pieces, including some postal cards, to the pound. This means a cost of $1680 per ton to the originator of letter mail, as against $20 per ton for the big magazines published in the East, some of which charge as high as $5,000' a page for advertisements. It is claimed that the loss to the govern- ment on this business is over $60,000,000 per year, sufficient to entirely eat up the surplus furnished by first-class mail. It is to investigate this entire problem with a view to making recommendations for a suitable readjustment that the com- mission will deal. Sentiment in favor of a one-cent letter rate is now strong through- out the country, according to officers of the National One-Cent Letter Postage Asso- ciation, which has its headquarters in Cleve- land, and which is conducting a vigorous campaign for the lower rate. ANTI-BLACKLISTING LAW CONSTI- TUTIONAL THE anti-blacklisting law passed by the Legislature of Texas in 1911, applying to railroads and corpora- tions, is upheld in an opinion handed down by Associate Justice Moursund of the Fourth Court of Civil Appeals of that State. The higher court affirms the case of the St. Louis Southwestern Railway vs. Thomas A. Griffin, in which Griffin obtained a ver- dict and judgment for $500 against the railroad on the ground that when he was discharged the railway company did not Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 529 comply with the law by giving him a serv- ice letter containing the real reason for his discharge. He claimed it was by reason of dislike of him by the roadmaster. The railroad set up initially that the act was unconstitutional, but the court holds as follows : “Modern business conditions are such that by means of corporations vast business en- terprises are carried on requiring the em- ployment of many persons and having many details. The execution of these details re- quires, in many instances, special knowl- edge and qualifications. When a man has qualified himself for a particular vocation if he be deprived of the privilege of exer- cising such a vocation great injury is in- flicted upon him and upon those dependent upon him. When customs have grown up which permit this to be accomplished un- justly, it becomes necessary for the Legis- lature to take steps for. protection of a large portion of its citizens whose rights are jeopardized by such customs. Our Leg- islature in the law now being considered sought to prevent such injustice.’* “We hold/’ continues the opinion, “that the law is not in violation of the constitu- tional freedom of speech.” ORGANIZATION PAYS. UNDER the caption “Unions Unprofit- able,” the News Letter of the American Federation of Labor quotes one of thousands of cases that might be cited as to the benefits derived from or- ganization, as follows: “If it were possible to lay before the members of our labor organizations, as well as the workmen who are not members of labor organizations, the actual accomplish- ments of the trade unions, it would have the most astounding effect. Day after day, week after week, and month after month, from every quarter of the country comes news from local unions of their success in securing legislation, shorter hours, ad- vanced wage scales, and other betterments. Tucked away in the corner of a Southern paper comes a story from a small and un- important city of what a union has accom- plished in five years. The printers in Cor- pus Christi, Tex., organized in 1907, and as a result a wage scale of $12.50 per week for journeymen and $15 for foremen was established. The policies of the Interna- tional Typographical Union were closely followed, and in that small space of time every printer in the city mentioned, to- gether with those employed in adjacent towns, have become members of the organi- zation. An agreement has just been en- tered into, which has three years to run, with an increase each six months during the entire period covered by the agreement. The journeymen from the former scale of $12.50 a week in 1907 have secured an ad- vance to $18 in 1913, and, with the further increases provided, will be receiving at the expiration of the contract $21 per week. The increase in wages for foremen, day and night machine men, are equally attractive. In summarizing this increase, it shows that the organization has secured for each mem- ber, in the space of eight years, a raise in wages of $8.50 per week, or $442 per year. The dues, as a rule, do not exceed, even in high-due unions, much over $1.50 per month, or $18 per year. As an investment the expenditure of $18 per year, with a dividend attachment of $442, should be suf- ficiently attractive to induce men who are unorganized to seek affiliation with their fellow-workers for the purpose of collective action.” NEW YORK'S EIGHT-HOUR BILL. ON March 13th, there was introduced in the Assembly of New York State, by Mr. Drost, a bill, which in effect, provides for eight hours for rail- road telegraphers, telephones, levermen and interldckers who have to do with the movement of trains, which is known as Bill 1901, and was read for the first time and referred to the Committee on Labor and Industry, and which bill is as follows : AN ACT. To amend the labor law, in relation to hours of labor of certain railroad employes. The People of the State of New York , rep- resented, in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows: Section 1. Section eight of chapter thirty- six of the laws of nineteen hundred and Digitized by v^ooQle

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530 The Railroad Telegrapher. nine, entitled#“An act relating to labor, con- stituting chapter thirty-one of the consoli- dated laws,” is hereby amended to read as follows : Sec. 8. Regulation of hours of labor of block system telegraph and telephone opera- tors and signalmen on surface, subway and elevated railroads. The provisions of sec- tion seven of this chapter shall not be ap- plicable to employes mentioned herein. It shall be unlawful for any corporation or receiver, operating a line of railroad, either surface, subway or elevated, in whole or in part in the State of New York, or any officer, agent or representative of such cor- poration or receiver to require or permit any telegraph or telephone operator who spaces trains by the use of the telegraph or telephone under what is known and termed the “block system” (defined as follows) : Reporting trains to another office or offices or to a train dispatcher operating one or more trains under signals, and telegraph or telephone levermen who manipulate inter- locking machines in railroad yards or on main tracks out on the lines or train dis- patchers in its service whose duties sub- stantially, as hereinbefore set forth, pertain to the movement of cars, engines or trains on its railroad by the use of the telegraph or telephone in dispatching or reporting, trains or receiving or transmitting train orders as interpreted by this section, to be on duty for more than eight hours in a day of twenty-four hours, and it is hereby de- clared that eight hours shall constitute a day of employment for all laborers or em- ployes engaged in the kind of labor afore- said ; except in cases of extraordinary emer- gency caused by accident, fire, flood or danger to life or property, and for each hour of labor so performed in any one day in excess of such eight hours, by any such employe, he shall be paid in addition at least one-eighth of his daily compensation. Any person zvho is employed as a sig- nalman, toiverman , telegraph or telephone operator in a railroad signal tower or pub- lic railroad station to receive or transmit a telegraphic or telephonic message or train order for the movement of trains and who zvorks eight hours or more in any twenty- four each and every day continuously, must have at least two days of twenty-four hours each in every calendar month for rest with the regular compensation; subject to the foregoing provisions relating to extra serv- ice in cases of emergency. Any person or persons, company or corporation, who shall violate any of the provisions of this section, shall, on conviction, be fined the sum of not less than one hundred dollars, and such fine shall be recovered by an action in the name of the State of New. York, for the use of the State, which shall sue for it against such person, corporation or associa- tion violating this section, said suit to be instituted in any court in this State having appropriate jurisdiction. Such fine, when recovered as aforesaid, shall be paid without any deduction whatever, one-half thereof to the informer, and the balance thereof to be paid into the free school fund of the State of New York. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any part of a railroad where not more than eight regular passenger trains in twenty-four hours pass each way ; provided, moreover, that where twenty freight trains pass each way generally in each twenty-four hours then the provisions of this section shall apply, notwithstanding that there may- pass a less number of passenger trains than hereinbefore set forth, namely eight. Sec. 2. This act shall take effect imme- diately. Explanation — Matter in italics is new ; matter in brackets [ ] is old law' to be omitted.

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 531 €DgORIAL N ^€5 Ten hundred and sixteen new members were initiated into the Order during the month of March. The Board of Directors is now in ses- sion at the headquarters of the Order, mak- ing its annual check of the accounts of the Grand Secretary atfd Treasurer. The newly inaugurated Governor of Flor- ida, in his inaugural address, declared against the system of leasing convicts, which has been in operation in that State for many years, and announced his inten- tion of doing everything possible to secure the enactment of legislation abolishing the leasing system. By a ruling of the Department of Com- merce and Labor, women will not be per- mitted to accept employment as wireless operators, either on ocean or lake vessels. Governor Oddie, of Nevada, has vetoed a bill establishing an eight-hour day for women in Nevada. He contends that con- ditions are not right at this time for such a measure to become a law. The State Legislature of Washington has enacted a minimum wage law for women. The law provides for an industrial welfare commission of five members, whose duties it is to investigate the industries employing women and determine a minimum wage sufficient to give a woman employe a decent living, and this shall be fixed as the mini- mum wage in the industry affected. During the months of January and Febru- ary, the American Federation of Labor issued fifty charters of affiliation, which included nine central bodies, thirty-two local trade unions and nine federal labor unions. The Michigan “State Legislature has passed resolutions for constitutional amend- ments providing for the initiative and refer- endum and recall. The recall does not include circuit, municipal or supreme court judges. The Ninth Biennial Session of the Grand Division will convene in Baltimore, Md., at io a. m., Monday, May 12th, and there promises to be in attendance at that con- vention a greater number of delegates than ever before in the history of the Order. The Tennessee Legislature has passed a compulsory education bill and also a meas- ure creating a State department of work- shop and factory inspection and providing for the appointment of a chief inspector. Both of these measures were championed by organized labor. Congressman Lafferty, of Oregon, has announced that he will introduce a bill in the present congress to make press associa- tions common carriers under the terms of the Interstate Commerce Act. He will frame his bill in such a manner as to com- pel press associations to furnish their news service on equal terms to any number of applicants who may desire it in any locality. Ohio’s Elective Liability Law has now been in operation one year, and in the twelve months referred to 1,022 employers became contributors to the State Insurance Fund: A total of $217,835 has been paid in and 59,000 employes protected. This law will remain in operation until January 1, 1914, when the Green Compulsory Compen- sation bill, recently passed, will go into effect. The State Legislature of Missouri has passed a law known as the anti-loan shark bill, which requires money lenders to take out a license and fixes the maximum rate of interest at 2 per cent per month. A penalty of a fine of not less than one hun- Digitized by Google

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532 The Railroad Telegrapher. dred nor more than five hundred dollars and imprisonment is provided for violation of th« law. President John P. White, of the United Mine Workers of America, announces that a basis of settlement satisfactory to* the coal miners has been reached with certain of the companies in West Virginia, where a strike has been in progress for more than ten months. If the proposed settlement is consummated it will effect 4,000 of the 10,000 miners now on strike in those fields. It is expected that the Federal govern- ment will institute a large number of suits in the near future against various railroads for violation of the hours of service law, especially the sitxeen-hour provision of it regarding trainmen’s hours, which it would seem has been frequently violated. It is stated that evidence is now in the hands of the government establishing many viola- tions. An item from Trenton, N. J., tells of a peculiar state of affairs. It says that a short time ago about 300 Italians employed as trackmen on the Pennsylvania Railroad near that city went on a strike to secure a raise from $1.62 to $2.00 per day. Strike- breakers were brought in and the strikers’ places filled. Now the strike-breakers have struck for a wage of $3.00 per day and board. The article concludes with this sen- tence: “It is now necessary for the rail- road company to employ double distilled strike-breakers.” The action of the post office department in calling for data on traffic and receipts from all towns where the postal business exceeds $7,500 per year is taken as an indi- cation of an intention on the part of the Postmaster-General to lower the Parcel Postal Rates. In fact, it is rumored in Washington that the Postmaster-General will probably reduce rates providing such action meets with the'approval of the Inter- state Commerce Commission. Experts maintain that on short-haul business the rate can be greatly lowered and the revenue largely increased thereby. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of February, 1913, shows that there were 91,156 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month ; that there were 1,033 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 44; insane and epileptic, 13; loathsome or dangerous contagious diseases, 139; pro- fessional beggars. 3; likely to become pub- lic charges, 414; mentally or physically de- fective, 199; contract laborers, 31; accom- panying aliens, 17; under sixteen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 26; as- sisted aliens, 8; criminals, 54; polygamists, 7; prostitutes and procurers, 41; without passport, 1 1 ; under provisions of Chinese- exclusion act, 26. Members of organized labor are filling more important positions in connection with the government than ever before. In addi- tion to the seventeen members of organized labor now sitting in the House of Repre- sentatives and one United States senator, two members of organized labor are mem- bers of President Wilson’s cabinet, and two are members of the Interstate Commerce Commission, without doubt the most impor- tant commission of the government. Frank- lin K. Lane, Secretary of the Interior, is a member of International Typographical Union, Local No. 21, San Francisco, and Wm. B. Wilson, Secretary of Labor, is a member of the United Mine Workers of America. E. E. Clark, Chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission, is a member of the Order of Railway Conduc- tors, and John H. Marble, a member of the Interstate Commerce Commission, is a member of the International Typographical Union. Digitized by v^ooQle

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PERSONAL MENTION The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: To Bro. and Mrs. G. T. Keller, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. M. Baker, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. M. Strong, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. M. Leeson, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. L. Clark, of Helper, Utah, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. M. L. Sell, of Waters, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. G. F. Beseke, of Athol, Idaho, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. A. Tyree, of Bing- ham, Utah, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. B. Mensel, of Sa- lina, Utah, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. H. E. Miller, of Con- nell, Wash., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. C. Moseley, of La- Crosse, Va., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. C. Kasten, of Du- quesne, Pa., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. P. J. Quinn, of Den- ver, Colo., a girl. • To Bro. and Mrs. S. E. Upton, of Ken- dal, Sask., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. J. Larson, of Ta- coma, Wash., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. I. A. Nowak, of Hen- derson, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. A. Beirsdorf, of St. Peter, Minn., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Maurice E. Katz, of Flagler, Colo., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. T. Mashburn, of Hammond, La., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. W. Beck, of St. Joseph, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. M. Bowman, of Mifflinville, Pa., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. C. E. Crawford, of Tallapoosa, Ga., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. J. Miller, of No. Tonawanda, N. Y., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. T. J. Cadagan, of King City, Mo., twin boys. To Bro. and Mrs. Harry Rassmussen, of Fairview, Utah, a girl. The following marriages have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. C. M. Barr, of Div. 2, to Miss McCarter. Bro. J. G. Castleberry, of Div. 53, to Miss Aline Layne. Bro. J. E. McCubbins, of Div. 59, to Miss Virginia Mae Carmichael. At Herrin, 111., Bro. Ardell Harris, of Div. 93, to Miss Nell Jordan. At Charleston, Ark., Bro. H. Inglis, of Div. 126, to Miss Ruby Cormack. At Sandersville, Miss., Bro. W. F. Horne, of Div. 69, to Miss Smith. At Terre Haute, Ind., Bro. R. F. Sexton, of Div. 138, to Miss Virgie Doty. The Telegrapher extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. Geo. A. Ellison, of Div. 40. Sister of Bro. J. Savage, of Div. 44. Bro. of Bro. Dana Bowen, of Div. 23. Mother of Sister Nina Klass, of Div. 126. Mother of Bro. Geo. E. Cone, of Div. 76. Daughter of Bro. M. Reiser, of Div. 44. Father of Bro. L. Meringer, of Div. 44. Sister of Bro. J. E. Deveau, of Div. 131. Mother of Bro. H, L. Rogers, of Div. 29. Father of Bro. E. L. Clark, of Div. 49. Father of Sister C. A. VanSandt, of Div. 96. At Cly, Pa., Bro. Josiah Beshore, of Div. 17. At Chicago, 111., Bro. H. S. Platt, of Div. 130. Digitized by Google

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534 The Railroad Telegrapher.' Brother of Bro. E. D. Hamilton, of Div. 130. Mother of Bro. M. F. Skilling, of Div. 53 At Schodack, N. Y., Bro. M. Smith, of Div. 8. Eldest son of Bro. L. H. Pritchett, of Div. 53. At Lodi, N. Y., Bro. Clarence Havens, of Div. 124. At York, Pa., wife of Bro. J. E. Smith, of Div. 1 7. At Foys Hill, Md., Bro. B. M. Mahoney, of Div. 33. At Franklinton, N. C., Bro. R. C. Hardy, of Div. 97. At Elco, 111., grandmother of Bro. Harry Lee of Div. 2. At Ambridgc, Pa., niece of Bro. Will C. Long, of Div. 2. At Whitins, Mass., son of Bro. O. L. Roy, of Div. 35. At Bentonville, Ark., wife of Bro. J. F. Ellis, of Div. 32. At Arlington, Ky., father of Bro. T. D. Pyle, of Div. 6. Father of Bro. W. D. Stanley, of Div. 93, killed in cyclone. At Kennesaw, Gaf, mother of Bro. D. G. Williams, of Div. 59. At Concord, Mich., mother of Bro. R. B. VanScoter, of Div. 16. At Escanaba, Mich., father of Bro. C. F. McCarthy, of Div. 4. At Lajose, Pa., daughter of Bro. Alex. Warsing, of Div. 17. Brother of Bro. C. B. VanNostrand, chief telegrapher of Div. 44. At Carbondale, Kan., mother of Bro. S. W. Barry, of Div. 126. At Roscoe, S. D., wife of Bro. A. H. Blomgren, of Div. 23. At Dresbach, Minn., sister of Bro. G. G. Widmoyer, of Div. 126. At White Castle, La., son of Bro. A. J. Stahl, of Orland, Calif. At Dodge Center, Minn., mother of Bro. A. R. Peterson, of Div. 96. At Tacoma, Wash., Bro. R. W. Baker, local chairman of Div. 54. At Denver. Colo., infant daughter of Bro. M. E. Katz, of Div. 126. At Wigwam, Colo., infant daughter of Bro. H. E. Happy, of Div. 49. At Wolcott, N. Y., father of Bro. and Sister L. H. Dowd, of Div. 29. At New Orleans, La., brother of Bro. B. F. Ober, of Div. 141, and uncle of Bro. F. W. Ober, of Div. 141. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all. WANTED. Present address of Carl White. Carl, if you see this drop me a card care of S. A. L. Ry., Boykins, Va. H. E. Boyd. Present address of Hugh Atkins, last heard of at Gronigen, Minn. Hugh, if you see this write me at Jamestown, N. D. D. C. Poindexter. Present address of Harry Knapp, last heard of working on Pennsylvania Ry., in Pennsylvania. “CM,” if you see this write . to me. Important. R. H. Jenkins, 24 South Light St., Springfield. Ohio. Present addresses of G. C. Marshall, last seen in Kansas City, Mo., and also Pat Frazier, who worked at Lawton, Okla., two or three years ago. J. R. Pope, Waycross, Ga. Any one knowing the present where- abouts of M. B. Westcott, formerly of Chi- cago, 111., will confer a great favor by communicating with Mrs. M. B. Westcott, 1123 West Adams St., Chicago, 111. Present address of J. A. Armstrong, last heard of working in the Western Union office at Cincinnati, Ohio, in summer of 1911. Very important. Write me in care of agent, Butlerville, Ind. J. T. Hoggins. Present addresses of Robt. G. Salisbury, who worked for W. U. in New York last summer, and also Robt. M. Buckley, who worked for W. U. in Chicago, same period. L. W. Quick, St Louis, Mo. Information concerning the whereabouts of Lloyd C. Johnson, operator, height about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches, very dark hair, brown eyes, large front teeth, upper front tooth Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 535 decayed, slightly stooped ; claims Atlanta as his home, and to have been connected with W. U. Tel. Co., at Griffin, Ga. No card. Married. A. W. Graves, Flovilla, Ga. Present address of E. G. Bard, teleg- rapher,. height 5 feet 6 inches, black eyes, brown hair, nearly bald; nervous disposi- tion; inveterate smoker of cigarettes. Last heard of at Amarillo, Tex. J. C. Long, Benson, Ariz. Fresent address of Jorn M. Deiry.* In 1870 lie lived at Coldwater, Mich., and worked as telegraph operator; in 1874 he worked for the T. W. & W. Ry., and after that for the W. St. L. & P.,Ry. Any one knowing of his whereabouts kindly com- municate with the Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Co., Chemical Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. B. M. Bruening, Cashier. Present address of Thurman Kellogg, last heard of working at Simms, Ohio, on Sandusky Div., as operator. He is about 5 feet 11 inches tall, light complected, gray eyes, auburn hair ; wears his hair parted in the middle or pompadour; weight about 186 pounds. Any information as to his whereabouts will be greatly appreciated. Mrs. Mamie Kellogg, Belle Center, Ohio. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 8512, Cert. 25, Div. 40, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 8977, Cert. 853, Div. 32, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1029, Cert. 1125, Div. 1, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 17762, Cert. 370, Div. 62, for term ending June 30, 1913. ..Card No. 3949, Cert. 2313, Div. 7. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 19256, Cert. 1323, Div. 1, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 3569, Cert. 330, Div. 46, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35165, Cert. 1506, Div. 130, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11590, Cert. 921a, Div. 33, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 18981, Cert. 68, Div. 55, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 4220, Cert 135, Div. 129, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 8045, Cert. 176, Div. 141, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 4898, Cert. 1753, Div. 132. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 18777, Cert. 607, Div. 2, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 20063, Cert. 2965, Div. 23, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 6903, Cert. 731. Div. 119, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 3136, Cert. 296, Div. 148, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 12913, Cert. 89, Div. 134, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 8129, Cert. 414, Div. 62, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 2281, Cert. 1332, Div. 32, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 3592, Cert. 125, Div. 55, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 17106, Cert. 2424, Div. 93, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 15857, Cert. 820, Div. 97, for term ending June 30^ 1913. Card No. 8824, Cert. 1849. Div. 32, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 23989, Cert. 2636, Div. 126. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 33849, Cert. 2062, Div. 130, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 1923, Cert. 450, Div. 46, for term ending June 30, 1913. NOTICE. Organizer’s commission No. 741, in favor of J. J. Carter, good until June 30, 1913. has been stolen ; if presented the card should be taken up and forwarded to this office. H. B. Perham, St. Louis. Mo. Digitized by v^ooQle

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536 Digitized by v^ooQle F. W. Dickerson. John T. Lee. Geo. H. Cook. H. L. Jones, Local Ch’m. Frank S. Gage. Fred H. Collins. J. L. Gage, Local Ch'm. W. J. Thayer. T. E. Denis. H. E. Heath, Chief Tdcg. Geo. F. Riley. F. S. Willard. J. I. Serkault. J. W. Valliancourt, Sec'y and Treaa. FIRST ANNUAL BANQUET— NASHUA DIVISION NO. 152.

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THE CONVENTION. By Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. THIS is the last issue of The Teleg- rapher before the convening of the Baltimore Convention. Am exceed- ingly desirous of seeing every lady attend- ing the convention to have a Ladies’ Auxil- iary card, and present at every session of the Auxiliary from the time it convenes until it adjourns. This is the marking of the Auxiliary’s fourth birthday. Let everyone rejoice at the strength we have attained since its organization, and go to Baltimore prepared to do some good work in the convention toward the furtherance of the organization from every point of view. This is the first convention since the organization of the Ladies* Auxiliary which we have had, where we could work under our new constitution. Many changes will probably be made in the constitution, inas- much as the organization has now grown to such proportions that the more lenient paragraphs therein can be drawn a little tighter. This convention will have the handling of the prospective M. B. D. department for the Ladies’ Auxiliary. This matter should be thoroughly thought out, and go to the convention prepared to speak intelligently upon this important matter. The sessions at this convention will be lively from the start, inasmuch as more in- terest has been manifest in the last two years than ever before, and the ladies of the Auxiliary have made a study of the need of organization — and, finding this, they have searched for places where improve- ment can be made to the betterment of the organization. The time of the last convention was mostly taken up by the drafting and ac- cepting of the constitution under which we have worked the past two years. At this con- vention many new and important matters will come up as well as the strengthening of the constitution where it was found to be lacking during the past two years. (Let as much matter as possible, which is to be pre- sented to the convention for its considera- tion, be drafted and written previous to your arrival in Baltimore, that it may be presented early for the committees.) This will be the last term I will be with you as national president, on account of my failing health — a complication of heart trouble, which my doctors advise will neces- sitate me to travel more than in the past. This makes me more desirous than ever that this convention be the largest and best, and the most business-like session that we have ever held in order that the reins being turned over to the incoming officers may be in excellent trim. Trusting that I shall' see every lady at the convention, who can attend, armed with an Auxiliary card, ready for the work of the convention, with nothing in her mind but the upbuilding of the Auxiliary, I am, Fraternally, Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. Notes from the Grand Sedretary and , Treasurer. An informal reception will be held the evening of May nth, from 8 to io o’clock, in the parlor of the Hotel Rennert, to wel- come the visiting delegates ; to renew Digitized by Google

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538 The Railroad Telegrapher. friendship wi^h those we know, and become acquainted with strangers, and for all to do away with the feeling of formality and „ create the feeling of social fraternity. The grand secretary and treasurer will be in the lobby parlor of the Hotel Ren- nert the afternoon of May nth, from 3:30 to 6 p. m., to supply application blanks to the non-members who wish to join‘the Aux- iliary, so that they may be seated as dele- gates in convention on the morning of May 1 2th. Will also be glad to meet the mem- bers who carry an up-to-date card. It again becomes my great pleasure to an- nounce to the membership that two more new locals will be added to the L. A. Directory in this issue — Local No. 24, Divi- sion 54, Northern Pacific, and Local No. 25, Division 39, Pere Marquette. These locals bid fair to be among the most flourishing and progressive, and have gone to work with a vim and energy that will bring splendid results. The local officers in Local No. 24 are: Mrs. B. E. Nason, of Athol, Idaho, general chairman, and Mrs. Daisy Sherwood, of Ccntralia, Wash., general secretary and treasurer. Both of these sisters are fully capable to fill these positions in every way, and with the support of the other members will have a model local. The local officers of No. 25 are: Mrs. Minnie M. Morford, president and general chairman; Mrs. Ellen Jacob, general secre- tary and treasurer; Mrs. Morris, first vice- president; Mrs. F. N. Stewart, second vice-president; Mrs. Bessie Harris, third vice-president; Mrs. Sylvia Johnson, fourth vice-president ; Mrs. Watson, chaperone, and Mrs. L. A. Warren, local secretary. A rousing meeting was held when these sisters were elected and took the oath of office, and, with the work divided off so that each one holds some responsibility in the work, we expect to see grand results in the building up of a local which will be worthy of imitation by other divisions not yet organized. Sister J. A. Tracy started to go to Mc- Farland to hold a meeting she had called, when she was caught in a blizzard about two hundred miles from home and had to stay at Goodman until the next afternoon, until it had subsided and the trains were running again. She states that she will wait until all prospects of blizzards are over before calling another. Sister Tracy is a hard worker for her local, and deserves the support of the whole division of the C. R. I. & P. Ry., Division 126. Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Grand Sec’y and Treas. Long Island Local No. 16. We are pleased to see the advance in the Ladies’ Auxiliary, and we read with inter- est the notes sent by the various locals as well as those sent by our Grand officers. It is delightful to note the rapid growth since it was organized, only about four years ago.. Some of the ladies of Local 16 have or- ganized a social club known as the “LaOrt Club,” which meets once each month at the home of one of the members. The object of this club is that the members may be- come better acquainted, exchange ideas and discuss certain means and methods of up- building and advancing the interest in the local, also in the study of the unwritten work, ritual, by-laws and constitution, and familiarizing each and every one with the use (and abuse) of parliamentary law, to the effect that we may become more capable members and be more self-confident, and not at all backward in expressing our senti- ments when duty demands. This, we feel, will be along educational lines and be for the betterment of all concerned, as “com- plete knowledge is the key to efficiency.” Many of our members are eagerly look- ing forward to the Baltimore Convention in May. not only for the benefit they hope to derive, but also the pleasure of meeting and becoming acquainted with so many of our co-workers. In full realization of their great sorrow, we are unable to find words to express our sympathy for Bro. and Sister Marsh, of Oyster Bay, in the loss of Bro. Marsh’s father, wJio was preparing to make his Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 539 home with them. We also regret that we were so late in receiving the notice and therefore unable to be of assistance in their hour of need. In the article published in the January issue of The Telegrapher, our president, Sister Smith, says, “Cast your bread upon the waters nearest home — it will return to you the sooner.’* That seems to me a good thought, and one which I believe may be applied in many ways ; for instance, take the subject of contributions, scarcely a week passes but we are called upon to con- tribute to some cause or other, and while as a rule, we find upon investigation, the cause is a worthy one, yet it is not within our power to render financial assistance to all’ these; so it seems to me, while we would without a doubt be casting our bread upon the- waters, yet, is it not often satis- fying to receive quick returns? Have we not in our midst some sister or non-sister, some wife or mother of an O. R. T. brother, who would appreciate a bunch of flowers or a nice fresh fowl, as they perhaps lie upon a bed of sickness or pain? Is it not just as important that we bring ourselves to think of those nearer home, and in every way possible allow our sisterly influence to be felt in the hearts and homes of those around us? Can we not give a pat on the back, and a word of encouragement to those who are too proud to ask a favor, but who deserve all that is in our power to give them, be it merely a pleasant smile? And so let us not allow our anxiety over great things to blot out all concern for the little acts; we must look at things in the right light and move in the right direction. Many of us are recipients of handsome Easter booklets from our distant sister. Mrs. M. E. McCargar, of East Alburgh, Vt., and I assure you these neat little re- membrances are appreciated ; but then, these deeds of kindness are just as natural as life to Sister McCargar. Don’t we wish she was near? In the busy whirl of everyday life, how prone we are to be forgetful of the things which do not seem to immediately con- cern us, and yet did we but stop to think, are of vital importance. Reading the ar- ticle in The Telegrapher, by Sister How- ard, of the Grand Division, with reference to union-made goods, brings to mind a conversation I had years ago with a friend, whose son desired to join the Mechanics’ union. While he was a lad of intedigence. he was also anxious to be an obedient son. So. this mother, who of course, through rearing a family and sacrificing herself in numerous ways for others, was obliged more or less to neglect, among other things, the study of the subject of unions, which, at that time were in their infancy. As is quite natural with the uninformed, she frankly opposed her son when he ar- gued in favor of uniting with his fellow workers, for the betterment and advance- ment of all concerned. So this son felt duty bound to sacrifice his own convictions for those of his mother, who expressed the opinion that to be the head of a family, and a good loyal citizen, ought to satisfy any one. How thoughtless of this God- fearing mother, not to recognize the unions to which she belonged. Was she not a citizen of the United States? Did she not join a union when she repeated her marriage vows? Is not the church a union of Christians? And, so it seems ofttimes we fail to recognize the union label; but, let us not, as thinking people, fail to recog- nize our duty to our sons and daughters by neglecting to make a study of this broad subject in the home, that we may be a bright and shining light and not a hindrance to those who are anxious to unite for the advancement of a cause which can but mean the mutual benefit of all concerned. Sister Filby, of Vanderveer Park, N. Y., spent one day last week the guest of friends in Hollis, N. Y. Sisters Decker and Thuma were recent visitors at the home of Sister Marsh, at Oyster Bay, L. I. We are looking forward to the summer season, at the Beach, as that means any number of good times, not only for the ladies of the Auxiliary, but the children, who, as a rule, are left out Sister Murphy, of Jamaica, L. I., enter- tained some of the members of the Ladies' Auxiliary on Thursday. Covers were laid Digitized by Google

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540 The Railroad Telegrapher. for twelve and a jolly good time was had by all. Sister Doxsey is entertaining her mother, Mrs. Collison, of Springfield, N. Y. Sisters Macklin and Adams made a flying trip to Valley Stream one day last week. Sister Martin has been relieving her hus- band in the ticket office at East New York during his recent illness. One new member was taken in at our last meeting. Cert. ii. In Memoriam. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to call to his eternal rest Bro. William H. Van Nostrand, beloved son of Sister Mrs. Ellen Van Nostrand, charter member of this Order, and a charter member of this local division, and Whereas, Sister Van Nostrand has lost a dutiful and loving son which loss can not in this world be replaced, and Whereas, Bro. Van Nostrand, who was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and a member of the Order of Railroad Conductors, leaves a sorrowing widow and three small children to mourn his loss, and Whereas, He was also a brother to Worthy Chief Telegrapher Bro. Charles B. Van Nostrand, of New York Division No. 44 of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Local Division No. 16 of the Ladies' Auxiliary to the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend our heartfelt sympathy and condolence to Sister Van Nostrand, to Bro. Charles B. Van Nostrand, to the bereaved wife and children, and to the members of his rail- road fraternities, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of this division, a copy forwarded to Sister Van Nostrand, and a copy sent to The Railroad Teleg- rapher for publication. Mrs. J. E. Shields, Chtn., Mrs. Adelaide Decker, Mrs. J. L. Martin, Committee. Card .of Thahks. To the Members of Ladies' Auxiliary Local Number Sixteen: We desire to extend to our good sisters our heartfelt gratitude for their kind sym- pathy, their consoling presence in such numbers and their sweet tribute of flowers at our recent sad bereavement when our son and brother was sq suddenly called to his heavenly home. Mrs. Ellen M. Van Nostrand, Chas. B. Van Nostrand. Rock Island, Local No. 22. Since last write-up we have received five new members, making a total of fourteen members, and good prospects for more. Officers have been appointed as follows: Mrs. Bertha Landfair, assistant general chairman, Garden City, Iowa; Mrs. J. F. Black, local chairman Iowa Division, Ne- vada, Iowa; Mrs. Minnie Stewart, local chairman Missouri Division, Harvard, Iowa ; Mrs. W. D. Smith, local chairman Dakota Division, Hardy, Iowa. Local chairmen for other divisions will be appointed soon. Fern Tracy, Calhan, Colo., is correspondent. Have written an O. R. T. brother on each superintendent’s division where we are not represented, and sent them application blanks, asking them to secure one member for the L. A. Would appreciate it very much if the brothers would help us secure members for the L. A. Anyone wishing to become a member should send application to their local chairman. If no local chair- man on division, then send it to Mrs. Lucretia Meador, G. S. & T., Minco, Okla. We called a meeting to be held at Mc- Farland, Kan., March 15th. Mrs. Bertha Landfair, assistant general chairman, of Garden City, Iowa, was the only one who reached there. General Chairman Mrs. Tracy and daughter started and got as far as Goodland, Kan., and returned home on account of snow storm and blockade. Was very sorry that I >vas not able to get there. I am sorry that I will not be able to go to the Baltimore Convention, but under- stand that several will attend from this local. We are expecting them to bmg home Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 541 many good ideas. Would ask .any of the sisters who have news items to please send them to correspondent before the twenty- fifth of each month. Yours fraternally, Mrs. J. A. Tracy, General Chairman. Local No. 21. The March meeting was not held. Sister Pierce was expected but could not get here. The sisters are glad to hear Bro. Pierce was elected general chairman of the B. & O. R. R. System. Congratulations to Bro. and Sister Pierce. Sister Horner has been quite ill, but is getting along nicely now, we are informed. Sister Nightingale spent March 7th at Baltimore, Md. We are still looking for those applica- tions from several ladies to whom they have been sent. Brothers, see that your wives join with us. The cost is trivial, and they will wonder why they have waited so long. One sister has dropped out. We were sorry to lose her, but it no doubt was not her fault. When a brother drops out the sister has to do the same. She may some day see. the mistake of letting hubby drop out. The next meeting will be on April 16th. Hope to see all present. Notices will be mailed in due time. This will be the last meeting before the convention. Ladies, when any of you are sick, notify the secretary, and no doubt someone will call and see you. It is very nice to have the sisters call when sick. Sally Ann. Digitized by Google

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THE CALL OF DUTY. un UT on your glad rags, Helen, and r* be ready to leave the city on the ten-fifty train tomorrow morning. I have taken a month’s leave of absence, and we are going to take our wedding trip that we postponed twenty years ago,” hailed Jack Brownson as he threw his lunch basket, caught his wife in his arms and swung her ’round and around in their little sittingroom until she begged for mercy, then placing her into a chair, he continued, breathlessly, “I’ve had a stroke of good luck at last ; sold that land up north grand- mother left to me. Received this check,” waving a piece of paper wildly before the astonished wife, “for five hundred good American dollars, and you and I are to use every cent of it in sightseeing and recreation.” Mrs. Brownson listened in delight, for Jack had indeed been long in finding a purchaser for that bit of northern country, but womanlike, her first words were about their clothes. “We haven’t a thing to wear that’s fit,” she declared. “Fiddlesticks !” her husband blustered back, “we have a plenty that will do. I have waited for twenty years for a chance like this, and the lack of clothing shall not keep us at home when the opportunity has arrived at last.” “Where shall we go?” Helen asked after giving him time to calm down a little. “To Washington, of course,” replied Jack in surprise. “Was it not a trip to Washington that we were obliged to post- pone twenty years ago?” She smiled fondly up into his honest face, understanding well the kind heart beating so affectionately beneath his sometimes bluff ways; knowing, also, that regardless of the lack of smart apparel he would always make good and no cause would she have to blush for her engineer husband. Twenty years before Jack Brownson was a fireman and received but fifty dollars per month for his labor. Working for a master mechanic who did not like him, suspensions were always in order. An aged father and mother had to be cared for; housekeeping effects to be purchased for the new home he hoped to establish ; so many ways, in fact, there were for his small income to cover that a wedding trip seemed far beyond his modest means. Helen Grant, his be- trothed wife, was well aware of all of this, and she it was who decided they would remain at home, while Jack, with a sigh of relief, kissed the dimpled cheek of his bride-to-be and registered a silent vow that in the future Helen should have that trip, let come what would. One by one the years flitted by; the old father and mother were sleeping peacefully in the little cemetery just beyond their home gate; a modest sum of money for the proverbial “rainy day” was drawing good interest for them in the city bank, and now this sale of property had opened the way for the little journey laid aside for twenty years. “Our real wedding day, sweetheart,” Jack said gaily the following morning as exactly at ten-twenty he turned the key upon their tiny home and hurried his wife down the steps toward the station, “and if you have placed my dress suit in the trunk together with the dress you wore that night, we will dine with the Congressman from this dis- trict as sure as you are a foot high. I have his invitation in my pocket at this moment.” Helen laughed outright at Jack’s words as in imagination she saw them entering the sumptuous diningroom of the Washington Digitized by Google

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544 The Railroad Telegrapher. representative clad in garments cut after a fashion twenty years before, and besides Jack had taken on much flesh since that dress suit had been made, while her gown had been modeled for a girl of eighteen. Mrs. Brownson had* quite forgotten her* worries of yesterday and had certainly solved the problem of smart clothes at short notice, for both were right good to look upon as they issued forth that day. They had decided to remain in a nearby city a few hours and take the evening train for the national capital. Most delightfully the plan was carried out, and so swiftly did the golden moments fly that almost be- fore they w^re aware of the fact night came and they were seated in their section of a Pullman speeding over the polished rails. “Jack,” Helen whispered teasingly as Mr. Brownson was about to fall asleep, “was your battle with the finger-bowl in the diner as hard as a day’s work switching cars over the ‘hump’?” “Humph!” ejaculated the discomfited cn- gincman as he sheepishly turned his face towards the green curtains of the berth away from the mischievous eyes of his laughing wife. Jack Brownson’s facial expression as he gingerly accepted the finger-bowl from the hands of the watchful waiter had been good to see and Helen shook with sup- pressed merriment as memory recalled her spouse slashing the tips of his fingers into the water and drying them as guiltily as if he were about to confiscate the spoons. Sleep was impossible for her just then, and lifting the curtain a trifle she peered into the stormy night. Since darkness had fallen a storm had approached and the rain was falling outside in torrents, but too happy was she to note the elements. Her thoughts just naturally turned to Jack’s absurdity of insisting this was their wed- ding trip. Who had ever heard of one being taken after twenty years? “Twenty years,” she repeated softly — then came that awful crash. Splintering of wood and breaking of glass and the horrible grinding of wheels as they ground down innocent victims. Screams from startled passen- gers, groans from the injured and dying, a blessed period of unconsciousness, then an awful sensation of hot steam blistering its way into her tender flesh. “Jack ! Jack !” she cried out in intense agony, and hours afterwards, it seemed to the tortured woman, came the sound of that dear voice that had held for her the sunshine of twenty years. “Helen! Helen! Where are you? Are you injured?” Jack was shouting as he tore wildly at the wreckage that lay between him and the woman he loved. “Bring a light, somebody; my wife is pinned beneath this berth.” No one came to his aid and on and on he worked alone, at last being able to rest the tips of his fingers upon her hair, moist and damp from the rain beating down upon the telescoped train. His scanty clothing was almost in shreds, his hands bled, un- heeded, as he tugged vainly at hot boards that cruelly separated him from his wife. “Oh, God ! Give me strength,” he prayed while the perspiration rolled in great drops from his forehead, as scream after scream of agony fell from Helen’s lips. To add to the horror, a red sweep of flame burst forth and his blood seemed to stiffen in his veins. The overturned cars were on fire. He gazed about him wildly. Groans came from everywhere. He alone seemed to be unhurt. Where was everybody? “Help! Help!” he called, only to be an- swered with moaning lips nearby. “Wait! There was coming up the track dazed and horrified a boy. Madly he tore along and Jack caught him as he was run- ning by. In the lad’s hand was a trainman’s lamp, picked up where or how the youth could never tell. The sight of its red rays served to awaken Jack from his stupor; clear as the tones of a bugle over him in clarion calls swept his sense of duty, the watchword of the engineer. Stronger aye, than his love or his sorrow. By the lurid light from the burning coaches his practiced eye saw where the heavy rains had caused a washout — a portion of the rails were cleanly swept away, and besides the boy and himself only the injured and dying were left to tell the awful tale. “Run for your life, boy! Flag the train that will arrive shortly now and do not, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 545 on your very life, leave the spot until it comes while I — ” a sharp cry of pain from Helen again aroused him to her plight. Sinking down as near to her as the wreck- age all about him would allow, he panted, “Helen, I have sent a little boy to protect the train that follows this one, but merciful God, what can I do? There is no one to go up ahead. I can not leave you, dear — I can not go.” “I can not go,” he again repeated, but his eyes sought about for a suitable flag. Helen grew quiet in a moment and whis- pered, “Jack, of course you must go, not your wish is it, nor mine; but it is God's will and the call of the engineer.” Not often is it in this life, thank God, that such horrible moments occur. He could not reach her and take her in his arms for that long farewell. Merely the tips of his fingers could rest lightly upon her hair for one brief moment; yet, into that touch lay all the love of a strong man about to lose the woman who had for twenty years been the light of his home and his heart. “Go, Jack,” she entreated, and catching up a piece of burning timber, he rushed up the track. All the world knows the rest of the story. Jack Brownson safely flagged the down- coming train; and later, when kind hands gently removed the charred body of his wife, he walked behind — a maniac. — Imo- gene Bates, in L. F. and E. Magazine. THE BARRACK-ROOM GHOST. THE two hands of the guard-room clock pointed directly upward as Sergeant O’Mara came stamping across the veranda and noisily entered the bare, whitewashed apartment. It was a typical mid-winter night outside, and he looked very'much like a huge grizzly in his snow-covered great-coat. Throwing off his heavy wraps, and shaking them until the iron box of the wood stove sizzled and sputtered in the miniature snow storm, he threw the jingling bunch of keys upon the stone window ledge, and turned up the wick of the barrack-room lantern. The increased light brought into view forms of the men all belted and accoutred, lying prone upon the slanting surface of the plank guard bed, and made the brass trim- mings of the rifles sparkle in the arm rack. “Tooter!” he cried, in a husky tone which was evidently intended to be a whis- per. “Well?” I answered, without moving from my recumbent position. “Is it slapin' yez are?” “No, but I ought to be.” “Arrah g'long wid yez, ye buglin' gos- soon ! wid niver a call to sound till day- light defaulthers’s. Y’ll slape your head to pieces intoirely.” “I should think you'd want to sleep a little yourself. What with the general offi- cer turning the guard out every ten minutes the whole afternoon, and three prisoners in the cells, I wager you’ve done more duty today than you ever did before in a whole month.” “An’ that's the way y’ll be afther blath- erin’ wid your shuparior officer, is it? Af- ther all the thrubble I’ve taken to make you a credit to the uniform ye wear. Not for your own sake, be me sowl, did I do it; but jist to kape the girrls an' bhoys in town from laffin’ at the walk on ye. It’s little enough that ye know about a sojer's juty. You, that only see’s the pipe clayin’ an’ button polishin’, and the winkin' at the ladies on church parade. If y’d been wid us before Sebastipooly, or on the march to the palaces of that ould murtherin’ king in Afriky, ye might have reason to be findin’ fault wid an old man who hez bitten on commis'arit rations till every tathe in his head was sore, before ye iver saw the bles- sid loight of day. An’ you’re a one to tell a sojer of juty? Did yez slip the clay in your haversack?” “Yes, and its hidden away, down in the right-hand corner of the wood box; with a couple of twists of canteen plug to keep it company.” "You’re a well-manin’ slip of a bhoy,” went on the old sergeant, as he cautiously extracted the smuggled articles from their hiding place; “an’ if there’s only the blessid luck of a bloody war, you’ll be a major- general yourself; if you’re not kilt.” With this somewhat double-edged piece of flattery, he filled the short clay pipe; Digitized by Google

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546 The Railroad Telegrapher. and proceeded to light it with a ruddy ember from the stove. “What makes your hand shake so?” I queried wonderingly. Without a word in answer, but with rather a shame-faced look in his eyes, he threw the smouldering stick back into the fire, and held the relieved hand out straight before him. It had no suspicion of a quiver. “But it shook when you lit your pipe,” I persisted. “Come an* kape me comp’ny for a bit, while I smoke me ‘lights out' pipeful, an’ maybe I'll tell you somethin* that’ll sur- prise you.” Moving over to the broad, hard bench upon the chimney side of the stove, I stretched myself at full length upon it Sergeant O’Mara covertly unslipped the brass buckle of his belt for greater ease, and assuring himself of the tobacco being well alight by vigorous puffing, commenced his narration. “My fayther, an* for the matther of that, his fayther before him, was a sojer. Fayther’s reg’ment — Twenty-second o’ the Line, the ould Ragged Reds, we used to call thim— was in Canady at the toime, an* what’s more, in these very same blasted barracks where we sit this minute. Among the recruties were a chap who had ’listed in a mad fit. Some said he had been bothered with wimmin, an’ sorqe said it were bad liquor; but any one wid half an eye could see he was a gintlcman born an’ bred. Soft, white hands, mind ye — thim’s one sign; fate so shmall, even the fifer’s amminitions made thim sore, an’ carryin’ himself as proud as a Frinch gunnery in- structor on range day. Well, anyway, they used to be callin’ him the ‘Colonel’s Pet,* an’ the loike ; for he niver * got on d’faulther’s roll, nor even a single day to barracks. At last, some of the min — jist for the divilthry of it — poured a whole room’s ration of vinegar down the barrel of his gun, jist before mornin’ parade. Fayther was doin’ hospital orderly juty, an’ nothin’ must satisfy me but to follow him on his rounds, the mornin’ afther. Every- thing was as nice as you plaze till we come to this very ould guard house you’re sittin’ in. But when he threw open the door of Number Nine cell, the one nighest to the outer corridor wicket, ye know, there was the ‘Colonel’s Pet* sittin’ on the edge of his cot, with his throat cut from ear to ear, an’ the blood ankle deep on the floor. %You might have thought that my hand had a bit of thrimble, but it was only from the hate of the burnin* wood, that, an* the seein’ of the ould stains upon the floor, when I wint my rounds jist now.” “There’s no prisoner in No. 9. Did you unlock that door?” “Bedad an’ that I did not. But shure an ould wooden door, no matther if it was as thick as Micky Maloney’s head — an’ Fayther Bourke always said that was the thickest thing he knew of — couldn’t prevent me from seein' that blood stain.” “Anybody would think that you believed in — ” “Goin’ to slape! Yes, me foine young sojer bhoy, that’s just what I do be afther belavin’ in this very minute. An’ whin you have seen as much murtherin* an’ blood-lettin’, and ivery other manner of crazy things, done in barracks an’ out of thim, as I have, I only hope you will be able to lay down on a bench as hard as the iron stun rock of Killaloe, wid as easy a heart an* a moind.” And gently knocking the ashes from his pipe, the war-worn veteran wrapped a cape around his head, and in a brief space his regular breathing betokened that the lessons of the bivouac had not been in vain. But it was far different with me. I lay for a seemingly interminable length of time with wide-open eyes, watching the white flakes of snow falling noiselessly against the window panes. I was but a fledgling soldier, taking a short course of instruction at the infantry school of my district; and my present situation contained rare ele- ments of novelty for me. Small wonder that I found it hard to join the worthy sergeant in his slumbering. The smoky lantern flickered several times, and finally went out; and my mind wandered in divers paths. My thoughts turned on the powers that lay in the in- strument of copper and brass which hung suspended around my shoulders by its Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 547 green cord and tassel. How that a certain succession of sounds produced upon it would turn the whole garrison from out of their snug, warm cots, and bring them clattering down the stairways of the long gray stone barracks ! How the officers would come straggling up from their quar- ters, and how the stern old sergeant-major would bring his battle-wounded hand stiffly to the salute, as he turned the parade over to the colonel! But although my heart throbbed with the hope of being able to fulfill such a duty without one quivering note or discord, I knew very well that the chance of such a contingency in these pip- ing times of peace was extremely remote. At ' last, my busy brain commenced to tire, and I doubt not but that in a few moments I should have been sound asleep, when my alertness was rewarded by the hearing of a dull roaring noise. Almost simultaneously the sentry at the nearby gate made the heavy air ring again with the clang of his steel-butted rifle against the box, and his stentorian cry of: “Guard! Turn out!” In a second the sergeant had jumped to his feet, and thrown open the door of the wood stove. By the dull light from its expiring embers we guided our hands to our accoutrements, and rushed to position. But even as the little squad dressed front, the sharp tongues of flime were leaping from the burning guard-house; and the echo of hastening footsteps across the long wooden bridge, apprised us of the fact that our incendiary prisoners were making an effort to escape. “Bugler, stay where you are an’ sound the assimbly,” quoth Sergeant O’Mara, in calm, measured tones; “the rist of ye spalpanes follow me.” And away they darted in pursuit of the fugitives. Calling all my newly acquired soldier- like stolidity into active play, I raised the instrument to my lips, and, bearing down hard upon the ground in order to check the rapid throbbing of my heart, concen- trated my whole thought upon the effort. The old bugle-major said afterwards that the call “was given as good as we ever did it in the Sixtieth,” and, of course, that means a good deal. But whether it was blown good or bad, it brought the men out in quick time. And the coloners pride in their promptness almost made him forget the disagreeable cause of it all, for his somewhat cruel-looking eyes fairly beamed with pleasure as he ordered me to sound “Fire drill.” After the hand-pumps and ladders came up, Sergeant O’Mara (who had meanwhile brought back the runaways) drew me a little to one side, and bending down close to my ear, whispered : “Run back like a jewel of a bhoy, an’ see how they did their thrick. We’re all undher arrist, av course, an’ it may come in handy at coort martial. Ye’re so shmall no wan will notice yez.” Turning on my heel, I re-entered the guard-room and passed into the corridor that faced the cells. On the floor lay a couple of files and some bent wires. Scarcely any need to look further for their means of escape! The outer corridor door stood wide open, and the quickening flames urged me to make my exit in that direction. Outward I started, but some strange fascination caused me to glance towards No. 9 cell, and as I looked the leather soles of my shoes seemed to have changed to huge chunks of lead ; and in spite of the burning heat, my blood ran icy cold. Slowly the door swung open of* its own free accord, and I saw a red-coated soldier sitting upon the edge of the low cot that stood within. I tried to keep my eyes directed upward at the old-fashioned sug- ar-loaf head-dress, but all without avail. In spite of my will, my gaze slowly went downward until it rested upon the livid red gash, that almost seemed to sever head from body, with the life-blood trick- ling and bubbling down to the floor! The mouth opened in a horrible attempt at a reassuring smile, and with its right hand the sceptre motioned to me to draw near :r. To the accompaniment of roar- ing flames and the measured flow of the sickening red stream, it crooned forth : “Take warning by my lot, Better die a sot, Than to go and ’list for a so-o-o-el-dger.” Digitized by Google

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548 The Railroad Telegrapher. With the drawling sound of the ditty still ringing in my ears, I found myself being carried into the canteen, away over at the other end of the parade ground. Sergeant O’Mara had become alarmed at my absence, and reported the circumstance to the commandant, “Big Connell” — who carried the bass drum a clear three feet from the ground — risked the falling rafters and stupefying smoke to bring me out of danger. He found me lying prone upon the floor of No. 9 cell. And although the key was on the guard-room bunch, and the ser- geant was positive as to its having been locked upon his last rounds, the door stood wide open. And just one more little thing — I never knew the badge and facings of the old Twenty-second Regiment of the Line until I saw them on that December night. — By Percie W. Hart in Saxby’s. THE KEY OF THE GOLD ROOM. THE night mail from Paris panted into Calais Pier Station only five minutes late. I was more than usually anxious that night, because it marked the inauguration of a new system. Hitherto the valuables had been placed by one of us in the gold room rented by our company on the steam- ers; the room had been carefully locked, and the property had been left to take care of itself till it got to Dover, where it was met by another official of the company, who was provided with a duplicate key. The captains of the boats were also in possession of keys, in case it should be necessary for the safety of the ship to enter the gold room. These precautions, however, had proved insufficient. Although the locks on the gold room door were safety ones of the most approved kind, impressions in wax had been obtained, false keys had been manu- factured, and robberies had been frequent — perpetrated, without doubt, during the pas- sage across the Channel by a gang of expert thieves. In consequence, an official was to accom- pany in future every consignment, and keep watch and ward at the gold room door. That night the consignment' was of small bulk, but of extraordinary value. It con- sisted of two tin boxes, one of which contained notes on the Bank of France, sent to the Bank of England in payment for a purchase of half a million sovereigns, the other box contained negotiable bonds, with coupons attached, of the new Turkish loan — the property of the largest financial house in the world. The bonds were worth £250,000, so my total charge amounted to $3,750,000. Two of the porters had accompanied me from Paris to assist in shipping the boxes. As I stood on the platform watching my men haul the boxes from the treasure van, I was tapped on the shoulder by one of the French detectives whose duty it is to keep an eye on the boats. “You cross tonight under the new ar- rangement, Mr. Dutton, I think,” he whis- pered. “That is so,” I replied. “Have you taken stock of my fellow-passengers?” “Yes,” he said, “and I have not spotted any suspicious characters so far. Ah, stand aside there, mon ami. — make way for inadame,” and the detective pulled me gently back a step to allow a solemn pro- cession to pass along the platform to the gangway of the steamer. A couple of railway porters were carry- ing a sick woman, by whose side walked a tall maid. Two other porters followed, wheeling a truck of unmistakable luggage. The detective stepped quickly to the side of the truck and read the address painted in large white letters on one of the packages. “Mme. La Comtesse de Brune,” he said, as he rejoined me. “It is not a title with which I am familiar. Mon cher, it might be as well if you kept yourself acquainted with that lady’s whereabouts on the boat.” “What! Have you any cause for suspi- cion?” I asked. “Not in the least I did not recognize either the grand dame or her maid. Only when one comes across a title unknown to us of the French police it makes one cau- tious—that is all, my friend. Bon voyage.” The detective moved away, and I fol- lowed my men on board the boat, each carrying one of the boxes. On the gang- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 549 way I met the captain, to whom I was well known — jolly old Captain Temple. “Hullo, my boy!” he said. “So youTe going with us. That’s good; you’ll relieve me from a lot of responsibility. I got my new key for your precious new lock from the agent today; but I’ve hit on a better dodge than all the locks in the world. Just come along with me.” Captain Temple led the way below. I followed with my men. The gold room was situated on the main deck in a little recess aft of the saloon. It was ten feet square and was ap- proached by a narrow passage, five yards long, running out of the saloon, in which, as we passed through, I noticed the invalid lady and her attendant being ushered into a stateroom by the stewardess. The stateroom was the nearest to the gold room passage — a fact which further im- pressed upon me the hint given by the detective. The captain opened the door of the gold room with his key, and my men deposited the boxes on the floor. Captain Temple waited till I had dismissed them, and then stooped down in another corner of the room and pulled at a small tag of wire that pro- truded through a hole. When he had got enough wire to make a fair-sized loop, he carried over one of the boxes, put the loop of wire around it, and turned to me with a smile. “There, Dutton,” he said. “Now, if any one touches that box, I shall know it up on the bridge as soon as you will in the saloon there — sooner, if you don’t happen to spot them going in.” I complimented the skipper on his in- genuity though I made the mental reser- vation that, on occasions when I happened to be on duty, his electric bell would never be used. I did not mean to take my eye off that passage during the voyage. The captain put the other box on top of the one to which the wire was attached, and, after a last look around, we locked the door this time with my key, to make sure that the new lock answered satisfactorily to both of them. It was a fine night and the saloon was nearly empty, most of the passengers pre- ferring the fresh air on deck. One re- spectable old gentleman, evidently a clergy- man, was immersed in a book at the table that ran down the center of the saloon ; but with these exceptions all the occupants of the place were ladies, and not many of them. In my immediate vicinity only one lady was sitting, and I paid very little attention to her, all my thoughts being concentrated on the gold room door, with just a half a wink now and then toward the invalid lady’s cabin. But it soon came to my notice that the lady near me was in trouble of some kind. From my position I could see her without turning round, and I noticed that she kept her head in her hands and appeared to be shaken with suppressed sobbing. At length she raised her face and looked at me. Her eyes were red with weeping and there were tears on her cheeks. She was quite young and very pretty — far too pretty to be traveling alone, I thought. There was a pleading expression in her eyes as she looked at me which half sug- gested that she required some service at my hands, though I quite made up my mind not to grant it, whatever it might be, if it should take me from my post for one single instant. Beauty in distress was a decoy not altogether unknown in the annals of crime ; and, at the risk of impoliteness, I would avoid all chance of becoming a victim. Hesitating and struggling with emotion, the girl opened her lips and essayed to speak. The words seemed to come with difficulty and were almost inaudible. “May I ask you to give me your attention for a moment?” she stammered. “Believe me, it is on a matter of great importance.” “I am on duty here,” I answered, “and I can not come over to you. You had better come a little nearer.” “It is about your duty that I wish to speak,” was her astonishing reply, as she moved over and took a seat by my side. “You are in charge of the gold room, are you not?” “Yes,” I said shortly, not knowing what to expect. She paused for a moment and then went on, speaking hurriedly in a whisper. “I Digitized by Google

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550 The Railroad Telegrapher. wish to save my brother from the perpe- tration of a great crime," she said. "He is the dupe of a wicked man — of Red Jem, the notorious boat thief and his gang. There is a plot on foot to steal the valu- ables from the gold room tonight. A thou- sand times better for my brother to suffer punishment at the hands of the law for a first unsuccessful attempt than to become a hardened criminal. Oh, sir, stop him in time, and be as merciful as your duty will permit." The young lady need have no appre- hension lest I should fail to stop the rob- bery, I said to myself. Then I asked aloud, ‘‘Where is your brother, then?" "In the gold room at this moment," was the reply, which took my breath away. "Impossible I" I exclaimed. "I have not moved from this spot since the gold room door was locked." "My brother slipped into the passage just after we started, while you were looking at that cabin door. He was concealed under the saloon table. And you do not know Red Jem, sir. He has master keys that will fit any lock. I was puzzled sorely. I felt as sure as man could feel that no one could have passed into the passage without my seeing him. And, again, if there was someone in the gold room tampering with the boxes, how was it that the captain’s boasted elec- tric bell had not warned him on the bridge. However, my duty was obvious. I must unlock the door and see for myself if any- thing was wrong. I drew the key from my pocket and approached the door, fol- lowed by the weeping girl, who now began to show signs of repenting her confidence in me. "He is only a lad, sir — only a lad. Spare him if you can, and remember that I, his sister, prevented the robbery." I put the heavy key in the lock and the heavy door swung back, opening inward. There was no light in the place beyond what reached it from the saloon, and in the dim corner I could see the boxes just as we had left them. But there was no rob- ber! I took a step forward to look behind the door in case, perchance, he was lurking there, and then in a moment I knew that I was done. Lithe arms stole around my neck and pressed a filthy plaster of some substance over my mouth; several pairs of strong hands gripped me from behind and cast me to the floor. As I fell, the door of the gold room swung to, and all was darkness. But only for a second. A silent match blazed up, and a candle was lighted which shone on strange company. Kneeling on my chest, and binding me with a vigor which ill assorted with her assumed character, was the "sick countess" whom I had seen carried on board. Helping to hold me down was the tall maid who had walked by her side, while covering me with the shining barrel of a revolver was the girl who had induced me to open the door — a horrid grin on ner face in place of tears. "There you are, friend Duttton,” said the "countess,” who was no other than Red Jem himself. "I think you will do now for the few minutes we shall require you. What a pity it is that your people nave been so smart. You see that nice new lock compelled us to get you to be so obliging as to open the door for us. Look alive with the pigments, Bill, and get on with your make-up." I was half dazed with the suddenness of the attack, but my senses were rapidly clear- ing, and I was beginning to appreciate the value of Captain Temple's electric bell. Whatever happened to me, I thought the boxes would be all right — the alarm would ring directly they were touched. I was soon to be undeceived. I was held against the wall by the powerful hands of Red Jem, looking strangely fantastic in his female dress. The tall maid, who had been addressed as "Bill," rapidly divested herself of her top clothing. Then my clothes were taken from me and Bill put them on, standing revealed at last in his proper character of a neatly built young man of about my height. As soon as he was dressed in my clothes, he took up an actor’s paint box and pro- ceeded to make sundry alterations in his Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 551 face. Bit by bit the likeness grew, till in front of me stood a counterpart of myself — a counterpart that my own mother might have mistaken for the original. “Now Mr. Dutton," said Red Jem, “you see our little game, perhaps. My friend Bill here will relieve you of your duties and will see the bonds safely ashore. Katy will take Bill’s place as a much more ap- propriate maid, and will escort me, the sick Comtesse de Brune, back to her cabin while the coast is clear. Neat, isn’t it?" “Yes," I said; “but what are you going to do with me?" “Ah, my dear friend," he replied with a horrid grin on his face, “that is the sad part of it You have got to die, Dutton. I'm sorry, but $3,000,000 is worth a man’s life. Bill, where’s that knife? Nobody would be likely to hear the pistol down here, but it’s best to make sure. My# counterfeit drew a glittering dagger from the clothes he had removed and gave it to Red Jem. There was but one chance for me, and that was to ring the electric bell. To shout would be to incur certain death, and the odds were that, in that out-of-the-way place, amid the rush of water and the noise of the paddles, no one would hear my cry. But how to get free in time? “I suppose you will give me two minutes to make my peace?" I said. “Oh, yes, if you think it worth while to prolong the agony," said the thief; “only be quick about it." “It may seem odd to you, but I have scruples about these matters," I said. “Would you object to loosing this strap round my legs so that I can kneel? You see it is impossible to escape with the door locked and three of you here." “I’m the best-natured fellow in the world," replied the bloodthirsty scoundrel, and he stooped and unbuckled the strap. “There, get to your prayers, and don’t be long about it. You can use your precious bond boxes as a desk if you like.” In those last words he sealed his own fate and that of his companions. Outwardly calm, but in reality trembling with excitement, I assumed a devotional attitude in the corner of the gold room, resting my elbows on the top of the upper- most box. With my knees I gently pushed the lower one so as to bring a strain on the wire. Once, twice, thrice I pressed it; and then knelt on in the prayer which it is very cer- tain was not all make believe. Red Jem and his companions were whis- pering by the door, and, from the scraps of conversation that reached me, I learned that my body was to be thrown overboard. “Now, young man, time's up," said the principal villain at length, advancing to where I knelt, but as he did so I knew that I was saved. There was a hurried rush of many feet outside, the door was thrown open, and Captain Temple, pistol in hand, and fol- lowed by half a dozen men, burst in. For the moment he was puzzled at the likeness between me and the robber known as Bill, but he soon grasped the situation. Red Jem and his gang will not trouble the Dover mail boats for many a day, and I have since heard that his wife— the “Katy," who so cleverly imposed upon me in the saloon, and afterwards held a pistol to my head — died in prison. After all it was the Captain’s invention, and not my care of the gold room key, which saved the company’s property, and, what is not of so much importance, the life of one of its servants. — By Felix de Ormond, in Express Gazette. THE UNEXPECTED THAT HAPPENED. I COULD see that Mr. Teddy Marsden had something to tell, by the peculiarly indifferent manner in which he strolled across the lawn and by the smirk which his fair mustache failed to hide. “I reckon you girls have the wind taken out of your sails by the new Southerner,” was his greeting, as he settled his dapper figure in a large deck chair and stretched out comfortably. Myra and Trixie and Dolly sat up and looked at him with wide-open eyes, war to the knife expressed in every face as clearly as could be. Digitized by v^ooQle

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552 The Railroad Telegrapher. “She’s a real little beauty,” he went on, and I could see three pairs of hands itching to box her ears. “Magnificent figure — quite a treat after the average tennis-play- ing girl (three pairs of eyes glared vicious- ly) ; hig blue eyes, glorious golden hair, and most charming manners — imperious, you know.” “Doubtless,” came Myra's scathing com- ment; “I suppose the imperious part would appeal to you ; you're only fit to be ordered about.” But Teddy closed his eyes and rambled on. Many old scores had he to pay off, and this was his opportunity. Nobly he made use of it. “And rumor has it,” he proceeded, “that before she goes back to^ Baltimore she means to have captured the heart — and the dollars — of Horace Lord ” Three suppressed gasps. It was too bad, that this odious girl should come and dis- turb their arrangements, just when he would surely have to propose to one or the other of them. “She plays tennis, croauet, the piano, the violin and bridge,” their tormentor went on; “and I should think Horace would find her ab-so-lutely charming. In fact, if I wanted to get married, I should have a try for her myself.” Three mirthless laughs. “You ' wouldn’t stand the ghost of a chance, Teddy,” Dolly said cruelly. “South- ern girls like a manly sort of a man.” “But I don’t want to get married,” im- perturbably. “The feminine, temper is too violent and uncertain, and the feminine tongue too caustic for my comfort. I pre- fer to remain a prize to be caught — ahem ! Well, I must go.” And, having delivered his bomb and made three girls quite unhappy, he went. I could see Myra and Trixie thinking hard, and wondered what was in store. My cousin, Dolly, was too angry to be able to think, so she vented her wrath on me. I may mention that, though she is my cousin, I am poor and dependent, and she views me more in the light of a maid than anything else. “I should think it is about time you finished that border,” she snapped. “I have,” quietly ; “this is the second one. “Oh, is it ! Well, I wonder how on earth you find time for so much fancy work. I don’t.” And with that she flounced off into the hotel while Myra and Trixie followed more slowly. I finished my work and was pass- ing Dolly's room, when she called me in. “Look, Brenda; do you think I look bet- ter in the green?” turning to me with anxious eyes. “The green suits you better than any- thing, I think,” I answered critically, not- ing the effect of the masses of bronze hair and the pink skin against the dark folds. “Very well — the green it shall be. You needn't wait.” “Dolly,” I began timidly, “I have some- thing to tell you — '* “Don’t tell me now, please — ,” impatient- ly, “I have too many things to think about,” and with burning face I withdrew. “Brenda, I wish you’d do my hair,” came a voice from Trixie’s room. And obedient- ly I went in and piled the fair hair into a coronet on the top of her dainty head. As I twisted coils and inserted hairpins I was screwing up my courage, and as I finished I managed to get out : “Trixie, I think I ought to tell you — ” “My dear girl,” laughingly, but with the inflection of patronage she galled me so, “for pity’s sake don’t burden me with any more secrets; I have more than enough of my own.” I turned and left the room with a wild longing to sit down and cry. “Brenda! Brenda!” came Myra's voice, and I found her with her black hair over her shoulders and a frown on her glowing face. She was a very pretty girl ; indeed, all three of them were particularly charming specimens, and the more I looked at them the more I wondered, I tried to tell Myra so. “I don’t think you know — ” “And there’s another thing I don’t know,_ and that is shall I wear my hair high a la Grecque?” “Trixie has hers high,” I answered; “why not do yours in a Grecian coil?” “I will,” her mouth full of hairpins, and reluctantly I went to dress. Digitized by Go e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 553 It was a terrible ordeal to me, that late dinner every evening, for I looked so small and dowdy against my brilliant cousin and her friends, and they never introduced me to anyone, and altogether the meal was a long-drawn misery. Tonight I had the Southern girl to look at, certainly, and she proved a most interesting study. “Who’s the little girl in black?” I heard her ask of Dolly, and in answer my cousin’s low-toned “Brenda Maynard.” “What, the Maynard that went smash over the Rellan mine affair! You don’t say.” And I was favored with a long stare from a pair of big, hard, blue eyes. I noticed that Dolly omitted to mention I was her cousin, and I turned a burning red and dived down after an imaginary handkerchief. “You’ve got some real pretty girls here,” the new arrival sang out for the benefit of the company at large ; “but, my ! you should see our girls at home.” “Are they all of the Gibson type?” a deep masculine voice asked from the door, and Horace Lord appeared, his gray eyes twinkling. “Not all; but they’re all real charming,” the fair visitor said archly. “If they arc all like — ” His eyes said the rest as he sat down between Miss Sophie Hinterdecken and Dolly. The latter’s eyes shot fldmes. “But so much charm grows monotonous," helping himself to sauce. “And, ah, Miss Maynard, do you believe in so much beauty?” trying to draw me into the con- versation. I turned red— oh ! that terrible blush — and said the worst thing I could possibly have said in the presence of four pretty women. “Looks don't matter very much, do they?” Four smiles said very plainly what the tongues didn’t, and I relapsed into miserable silence. “I want you a minute presently,” Dolly whispered as she went upstairs. “Come to my room in ten minutes,” from Myra as she passed me. “Wait for me just a minute,” from Trixie. I waited the ten minutes which repre- sented that minute, and then she handed me a little pink note, with instructions to give it to Mr. Lord as he left the smoking room, _“and don’t wait for an answer.” With a sigh I put it in my pocket and went into Myra's room. Another dainty little note, with a “Give that to Mr. Horace Lord as he comes out of the billiard room — and don’t let anyone see you.” I flushed. Whatever would people think ? But I was dependent and helpless. So I knocked meekly at Dolly’s door. She was juts licking a little perfumed envelope. “Give that to Horace as he comes up- stairs; no answer.” Tremblingly I crept downstairs, and was fortunate enough to meet the gentleman in question coming up. “I have to give you these,” tumbling the words out in a great hurry. “There are no answers.” '“Just one moment — just one moment, please,” drawing me into a curtained en- closure. “I will read them first. It is most strange that I should have four notes, all in one evening.” He opened one and read it, with a puzzled little frown on his face; the next, and he smiled ; the next, and the smile grew broader. “You are going to the picnic tomorrow?” he asked suddenly. “I — I expect so,” doubtfully, thinking of sundry frills of Dolly’s that needed atten- tion. “Well, will you meet me at the oak by the landing stage, at three o’clock? But be sure to keep out of sight of the stage. In a flutter I promised, and then ran away and slept the sleep of the tired. It appeared next morning that I was to go to the picnic. “You will be useful to help us fix up,” Dolly said. I don’t think she meant to hurt; it was only her way. So I put on my most respectable costume and set off with the rest, and when they dis- persed at the woods I slipped away, found a canoe and paddled to the island where I had promised to meet Mr. Lord. He was there waiting. “Your hand — quick!” he commanded, and in a second I was hidden behind the oak. “But what — I don’t understand,” I started. Digitized by v^ooQle

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554 The Railroad Telegrapher. “You will in one minute,” he said in his deep voice, which, compared with mine, is as a rich cornet to a little tin whistle, and handed me four notes. “I don’t think it is wrong of me in this one instance to show them to you.” And this is what I read: “Meet me at the landing-stage, three-fif- teen.— Sophie.” “I shall be at the landing-stage at three twenty. — Dolly.” “I wonder if you could contrive to be at the landing-stage at three-twenty-five. — Trixie.” “I should like to see you tomorrow to consult you about something. Will you be at the landing-stage at three-thirty. — Myra.’’ I looked at Mr. Lord in wide-eyed horror, but had no time to say anything, for at that moment there was a splash of oars and the fair Sophie careered — there is no other word for it — up the bank. She looked around, but Mr. Lord was not in sight, and a slight frown crossed her smooth forehead. “My lady has a temper,” whispered a voice in my ear. “But don’t you think it’s too bad?” I began. x “Not at all; you Wait.” And I waited. Presently" a canoe drew up, and Dolly’s big eyes looked a good many things at finding her rival already on the spot. “Oh, you are here, are you?” with an effort at a smile. “Yes; it’s such a sweet place,” each won- dering hard how on earth she could get rid of the other. But at that moment there was the throb of a motor boat, and Trixie and a boat- man hove in sight. “Trixie!” exclaimed Dolly. “Dolly !” exclaimed the other. While I was nearly crying with sup- pressed excitement and a sort of pity for what I knew each must feel, the latest comer landed, trying hard not to show her disappointment. “Isn’t this a beautiful place?” she re- marked. “I thought — er — perhaps Mr. Lord would have come to see it.” “Never a sign of him,” was the new girl’s answer, and the three stood talking tentatively, casting furtive glances around. The swish of oars. Myra ! “This is real funny,” drawled Miss Hint- erdecken, “that we should all four have met in such a secluded spot.” Myra flushed. “Well, the fact of the matter is.” in artistic confusion, “Mr. Lord asked me to see him here.” “Oh !” came a voice from the region of my hat. “But he asked me!” “And me !” “And me !” came in varying degrees of indignation. But I was talking in an agonized whis- per to my companion. “I can’t stand any more of it; I can’t really. It was too bad of us to listen — ” “Not half so bad as the way they have treated you,” sternly. “But now summon up all your courage; we are going to appear.” And to four pretty girls, all talking at once, there appeared Mr. Horace Lord with his arm around the waist of a little nobody named Bessie Maynard. There was a chorus of gasps, then Horace said quietly : “I am delighted that you ladies are here to congratulate me. Miss Dolly, I hope you will be pleased to hear that I am to be a sort of relation to you; I am going to marry your cousin. Brenda wanted to tell you yesterday, but-— er — she didn’t have the opportunity.” Dead silence. Then the Southern girl laughed merrily and held out her hand. “My best wishes. You’ve got a rise on us, but I don’t grudge it. Seems to me you haven’t had too gay a time up to now. We’d better go and join the others.” The other two congratulated jne also, but Dolly said nothing till they were half way down the bank. Then she remarked, apparently to the trees : “She was quite right, when she said looks didn’t matter. It is brains and astuteness that count.” But somehow even that unkind cut didn’t seem to matter much with Horace^ arm round me. — The Amalgamated Journal . Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 555 TWO 8HOPLIFTER8. STAR & CO., of the big department store, had a bright detective in each department, but they suffered the loss of thousands of dollars annually through shoplifters. That is the bane of all department stores. Where one shop- lifter is caught ten escape. It was when Mr. Jewett was made manager that orders went forth for a crusade. The detective force was doubled and it was published in the papers that no mercy would be shown delinquents. Miss Bessie Merriweather, the daughter of a wealthy manufacturer, was not only a shopper, but a bargain-hunter. It was a sort of craze with her. She would gladly pay out 50 cents cab fare to save 10 cents on a purchase. If she found a 5-ceitf kitchen scrubbing brush marked down to 3 it was hers at once. She even bought men's rubber boots because there was a bargain in them. Her mother criticised this trait in her .daughter, but the father rather encouraged it He said that it showed a good business head. Mr. Hugh Barton was twenty-five years old. Being well to do he had leisure. He had what his friends called a fad. He wasn’t a bargain hunter, but he did like to wander through the stores and see wfiat was going on. Now and then he bought a pair of gloves or a necktie, but was as apt to leave them on the counter as to take them away. Wandering through a great department store was like going to a theater to him. The play was continuous. On two occasions he had seen Miss Merri- weather and admired her, but that had nothing special to do with continuing to pursue his fad. One day Star & Co. announced a bargain sale in soaps. There would be soaps from every maker in the United States. The cakes would be enclosed in all kinds of fancy wrappers. There would be all kinds of scents. These soaps retailed everywhere from 10 cents a cake, but on this occasion, and for the purpose of showing what could be done in the soap trade, every cake would go at 3 cents. Now was the time to lay in a stock to last a lifetime and then some more. Don’t miss the greatest event that has taken place in this country since the battle of Bunker Hill. Miss Kitty Merriweather read the big advertisement in an evening paper and was up with the lark next morning. Mr. Hugh Barton didn’t read it at all, but wandered into the store next forenoon when the sale was on. He had no intention of taking advantage of Star & Co.’s liberality. He crowded in close to the soap counter simply to look at the white, green, blue and pink wrappers. It was like a moving-picture show. Of course, he was pushed and jammed and elbowed and had his toes stepped on by women, but he was not dis- couraged. After a bit Mr. Barton found himself beside Miss Merriweather. She was so well dressed that he wondered over her bargain-hunting, and without seeming to do so kept an eye out to see what brand of soap she preferred. She finally settled on three cakes of the Rose of Alabama or some other State, and while waiting for her change was addressed by a strange woman with : “Miss, will you please accompany me to the office?” “But what for?” was asked. “Xou will know when you get there.” “If you do not there will be a scene herel I am a store detective. You shop- lifted an extra cake of soap.” “It is false! How dare you say such a thing!” “If you do not come you will go to the police station !” * Mr. Barton had heard every word. He turned upon the girl, whose eyes were flashing and cheeks burning, and whispered : “Better go and avoid a scene.” “But she is wrong!” explained Miss Bessie. “All the more reason why you should go quietly.” The girl followed the detective and Mr. Barton followed the girl, and they soon reached the office on the second floor. There the detective made her statement to a severe- faced man who seemed to be in waiting for victims. “She is mistaken,” said Miss Bessie when the statement was finished. Digitized by Google

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556 The Railroad Telegrapher. “We make no mistakes here!” warned the man with a shake of his head. “Your name, please.” “I won’t give it!” “Then you will be turned over to the police !” “You daren’t do such a thing! I tell you the girl is mistaken. I bought three cakes of soap. I have no others.” “Will you submit to a search?” “No! It would be an insult! You must take my word for it.” “You. may call a police detective!” said the man to the employe. “She can be searched at the police station!” “Just a moment,” said Mr. Barton, who had been standing quietly by. “This young lady is no shoplifter. Here is the cake of soap that was stolen. You were about to make a bad mistake.” “I — I thought — thought — ,” faltered the store detective, as she turned pale. “I was standing right at the young lady’s elbow, and you got things mixed. I am ready to give my name and take the con- sequences.” “Miss Perkins, escort the young lady downstairs,” said the severe- faced man, “Star & Co. make her a thousand apologies. As for you I will talk with you later. You evidently have much to lean*. Now, sir, who are you?” Mr. Barton gave his name and address. He said he must have pocketed the soap in an absent moment. He was ready for arrest and a cell. He had been sized up for a young man of wealth and position. Star & Co. didn’t propose to antagonize such people for a 3-cent cake of soap. He was even shaken hands with as he departed. His curiosity about the girl he had lied for was great He himself believed that he had seen her cover a cake of soap with her handkerchief. When he saw her detected he had stolen a cake himself, hoping to clear her. She wouldn’t have lingered in the store, and he doubted if he would ever run across her in any other. This was in April. Mr. Barton now had an object in life. It was to hunt up a pretty shoplifter. Day after day he saun- tered through shops and stores. He hunted the avenue, and was at some theater every night. He even went so far as to enter the millinery departments of the big stores to see if he might not find the object of his search trying on a new hat. All search was in vain. Days and weeks and months passed and in August he went up to the Catskills. Almost the first person he set eyes on as he reached the hotel was the girl shop- lifter. She was with her father and mother and did not see him. After dinner, how- ever, as he walked in the grounds, Miss Bessie Merriweather came right up to him and said: “You are the gentleman who saved me.” “Well, I stole the soap!” he laughed. “So did I! True as you live, when I got out of the store I found I had a cake in my hand. But for you they would never have believed it was a case of absent- mindedness. Did they put you in jail?” “Oh, no. I believe I plead temporary insanity.” “Well, if the insanity won’t come back please come with me and introduce your- self to my father, and then he can intro- duce us. Father and mother know that we are two shoplifters out on bail, as it were, but they won’t be afraid of you!” It is said when the young folks go to housekeeping much of their furnishings will be bought of Star & Co. — By Carl Jenkins. THE MELTING POT. AVERY good parent wants his child to have more joy in life, more free- dom, and less suffering, than the parent had. Every good nation stands towards its citi- zens, native and adopted, in the relationship of a parent. Its entire efforts are to develop and sup- ply the natural wants of its citizens so that they will be happy at home, and so that this contentment, freedom, and prosperity will attract to its shores the less fortunate ones of other climes. All that the parent can do is to help his children to help themselves. He provides opportunities and directs them in proportion to his and their intelligence. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 557 America has been called the land of opportunity, liberty, and equality. To many it has not lived up to its reputation. The fault has been divided. For those who come to its shores, nothing of any moment has been done to develop them to the higher standards of our civiliza- tion. They are left largely to their own devices and intelligence. They have an idea of the meaning of liberty and freedom gained in the absence of it in their native lands, and, when they attempt to live up to their conception of liberty, they find in almost every case that they arc firmly re- pressed by the iron hand of authority, and seldom if ever does any one attempt to explain the operation of the laws and the* distinction between liberty and license. Opportunity was preached them by the ambitious agents of transportation com- panies in glowing pictures of America and its wealth, persistently and continuously until they succeeded in selling them a ticket. And to America they came, fired with the hope that on reaching here, liberty, opportunity and wealth would be theirs. If they learned anything about this coun- try and its laws from returning countrymen, they learned only of their successes. Those who fall in the struggle, don’t go back. And those who return with a measure of success seldom, if ever, tell of their struggles, or reveal the sorrows and disappointments they encountered. This is natural, for we all lose sight of the sorrows of the past in the joy of present success. On arriving, the immigrants are eager and anxious to be up and doing, but at once they find themselves face to face with our brutal immigrant system, necessary, it is true, for our protection and theirs, but no one ever explains to them. “They are only brutes, and would not understand,” is the attitude toward them. Passing successfully the government inspection, they are ordinarily herded under the direction of some grasping labor agent and boarding-house keeper, bundled here and there at the mercy of designing shaipers. No one ever explains and they receiw ■* deplorable first impression of liberty uud opportunity. Generally they find work under bosses who look upon them as cattle, and the system of graft begins. Iq many cases, through ignorance, they accept starvation wages, and their first impression of our industrial system is that it is devised to rob the alien. He is robbed from the time he purchases his ticket until he gets on to the ropes, and if he is bright enough, he himself joins the robber clans and preys on those who follow. If honesty and hope are strong in him, he suffers in silence until the coming of the demagogue — Socialist or Anarchist. His first impression of revolutionary organizations, with their red speakers, is one of astonishment that such is necessary in the land of the free. Insidious definitions are taught him, that liberty and license are the same, and this lays strong hold of his imagination. He thinks, and rightly in many instances, that he suffers these hardships because he is a foreigner, and he comes to believe that this country employs the atrocities of Europe to keep him in subjection. No one has ever taught him that free- dom is relative, that the highest freedom is living in harmony with one’s fellows, and that liberty can only be granted one in proportion to the amount of liberty he grants to others. No one has ever explained to him that liberty means self-repression, self-control, and progress, and that license means just the opposite. Opportunity brings responsibilities, but this he never hears. He does not under- stand that America means to welcome all who desire to advance themselves, if at the same time they assist in the development of the whole people. Opportunity means help- ing him into the path of self-help. Parents love their children, yet they know that their love can not protect them from suffering for their own -errors. They may set the child on his feet, assist in directing its first steps, but the child must do its own walking, eating, sleeping, loving, dying. All the human love possible can not change these God-made laws. Digitized by

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558 The Railroad Telegrapher. So the immigrant must be taught that America welcomes him, grants him free- dom tp enjoy the developments of these who helped in the past. America presents him the opportunities of today (the result of efforts and labor of those dead) but he must grasp these opportunities. He must help himself if he would not always suffer the abuses of ignorance. Free schools are his for the asking, but he must ask. Free libraries are at his dis- posal, but he must enter their doors. If his lot is that of a delver in the pit, it must be accepted as his chance, and he must prove that he is ready to get out of the pit, ftot by bemoaning his fate, not by indulging in wild and restless license, but by climbing out by the sheer force of hard, efficient work. The world needs other workers than those in the pit. If he stays there, it means that he belongs there. — By J. K. Turner, in The Mediator Printery. FINDING A TREASURE. WILKINS was bored. Throwing down a newspaper on the table of the reading room of his club, he arose from his chair, strolled out to the cigar stand, lit a cigarette, smoked for a few minutes, threw away the stump, walked to the club entrance and stood with his hands in his pockets wonder- ing what next he should do to kill time. "Cab!” A vehicle was wheeled from the line of cabs standing before the club to the curb opposite him, and he entered it, telling the jehu to drive him to the theater, where he intended to buy tickets for that evening’s performance. On the seat beside him lay a lady’s hand bag. Wilkins took it up, looked at it, opened it and examined the contents with a view of discovering to whom it belonged. He found them as diversified as those in a boy’s pocket, but there was only one arti- cle that gave him any hope of identifying the owner of the property, a brown paper parcel, five or six inches long, two inches broad and an inch thick. Finding no ad- dress or other mark on it he concluded it to be a shopping purchase and put it back in the bag. But desiring to exhaust every means of finding a clew to the ownership, he took it out again and unrolled it. He found bills to the amount of $20,000. His ennui left him instantly. Not that he felt elated at making an accession to his fortune, for he had no idea of keeping his find, but that it was evident the money had been left inadvert- ently in the carriage by a woman and there would be something for him to do to trace her and return the money. Moreover, there was a daintiness about the bag and its contents that caused him tt> fancy the owner was young. Then, again, a middle-aged woman would not likely be so careless as to leave a small fortune in a cab, and an old one would be no more likely to be riding about with so much in her possession. At any rate, Wilkins would have it that the lady was young, and having gone thus far, he fancied she must be at- tractive. She had doubtless been the last person to occupy the cab before him, and the driver could tell him about her. Wilkins put the bag and contents under his coat and when he left the cab asked the driver for information concerning his last fare. Wilkins was informed that she was a young lady who had been taken in before a dry goods store and had been driven to a bank. She had come out of the bank and re-entered the carriage, ordering him to drive to another store, where she alighted, seeming to be ill. She had stag- gered into the store and disappeared. He had waited some time for her, but as she didn’t reappear he gave up waiting for her and drove away. On thinking the matter over Wilkins did not believe there would be much hunt- ing involved in the case. The loss would be advertised, and all he needed to do was to watch the personals in the newspapers. This he did for a week, but not seeing the notice he expected he concluded that either the young lady had taken other means to recover her loss or had been ill or possibly might have died. He inquired at police headquarters if any such loss had been re- ported, but gained no clew in this way. He did not care to make known his find, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 559 for he knew that if he did there would be many claimants, and it would be difficult to head off some of the more ingenious ones. The matter dragged along till Wilkins began to be troubled at holding so large an amount of some other person’s money. Then one day he confided the matter to his friend Brodwell. Brodwell said that he had seen an advertisement of a large amount of money having been left in a cab, but just when he had seen the notice he could not remember, nor could he recollect the newspaper in which it had appeared. Wilkins made a search through the news- papers issued since he found the money, but they were so voluminous that he failed to find what he looked for. This was dis- couraging. ^He began to fear that his keeping the money would get him into trou- ble. Probably the matter had been put into the hands of detectives who might be on his track. He was inclined to turn the matter over to the police, but feared his reasons for keeping it secret would not be accepted. At any rate, he might suffer in the opinion of the public, who would know all about the affair. Being an imaginative man, he permitted himself to brood over the situation. In- stead of a romance he had caught a tartar. He began to wish the money was in the bottom of the sea. Indeed, he thought of putting 4it there. The bills were a burden to him. He didn’t like to put them in the bank, for the deposit of such a sum might excite a suspicion that would lead to the fact getting out that he had a large sum in his possession which did not belong to him. That discovery might lead to very unpleas- ant consequences. He kept the money in his safe deposit box. But even in so secret a place he did not feel easy. He was haunted by all sorts of fears. Supposing he shopld lose the key to the box and were arrested for keeping money that did not belong to him. In that case he would not be able to make restitu- tion. One day on taking a cab at his club he noticed that his driver was the man in whose vehicle he had made the find. Wil- kins hastened to ask him if he had heard of or seen the young lady who had gone into a store and had not returned. He said that he had. She had caused inquiries to be made for him and finally found him. She had fainted in the store and remained un- conscious for some time. He had been closely questioned by a man in her interest and was quite sure he had been shadowed by a detective. Asked whom hi had driven next after the young lady he could not re- member. Wilkins was all in a flutter at this in- formation. He realized that he must take some action in the matter, but feared any- thing he might do would redound to his injury. When a man is rattled he usually goes wrong. Wilkins asked the cabman to give him the young lady’s address, and when the man said he hadn’t it Wilkins told him not to say anything about him in the matter for the present and handed him a ten-dollar bill Wilkins as soon as he had taken this step saw that he had put himself in the position of having bribed the coachman to conceal his identity. He could not sleep at nights for thinking of what a frightful thing it would be should he be pounced upon by a detective and forced to confess that he had been keeping a large sum of money that did not belong to him. It was evident the loser of the money believed that it had fallen into the hands of some one who was intending to keep it and was taking meas- ures to find that person. All this was more than Wilkins had bar- gained for. He grew thin and haggard and began to fear that his appearance alone would incriminate him. What he desired was to know the address of the young lady that he might return the money anony- mously, or if he could discover that she was of a kindly, sympathetic disposition he might go to her, confess that he had her money and beg her to believe his story and not expose him to an unmerciful world. One day the coachman involved in the matter called for him at the club and said he had something to communicate. Wil- kins went out with him to the sidewalk where no one would hear what was said, and the cabman began: “I’ve seen the young leddy again, sir, and she says the day I drove her she drew Digitized by Google

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560 The Railroad Telegrapher. a large sum from the bank, and, bein’ sick, when she got out of my cab left the money inside. She says the next fare I got must have found it and is keepin’ what don’t belong to him. She’s offered me $1,000 re- ward if I’ll get her money for her.” Here was an additional complication. If Wilkins returned the money, ignoring the cabman, the fellow might make it hot for him. Wilkins by this time was in a condi- tion of mind to see a term in the peniten- tiary staring him in the face. Instead of pulling himself together, returning the money openly and trusting to his ability to come out of the affair unscathed, he asked the man for the lady’s address, promising; to see that he got something by way of re- ward. But the cabman by this time had come to believe there was a good deal in it and declined to give the address unless Wilkins would pay him out of the funds the reward the young lady had offered. When Wilkins demurred at this, the fellow threatened to report him as the man who was holding the money. So Wilkins took the address, gave the man a thousand dollars, and, taking the bag containing the bills just as he had found them, called on the young lady. Handing them to her, he waited till her delight had somewhat subsided, then gave her a graph- ic account of his finding the bag, his wait- ing to see her advertisement, his missing it when it appeared and, lastly, his having been drawn into the position of retaining funds that did not belong to him. “I weighed,” he said dolefully in con- clusion, “when I found your bag 170 pounds. Look at me now. I can barely pull down 140.” “You poor man!” exclaimed the girl, re- pressing a smile. Wilkins said nothing about the thousand dollars hush money he had paid the cab- man. That was his own secret, and he did not propose to divulge. “Of course,” said the girl, “you are entitled to a reward, and I beg of you after all of the trouble and worry you have had in the matter to accept at least the amount I offered the cabman. I assure you I would feel so much more comfortable at your receiving something.” A gentleman, a member of a swell club, to receive a reward for returning money found! Not he. “Since the cabman,” she went on, “has been instrumental in the return of my prop- erty I shall pay him the reward I offered him.” Wilkins, seeing that he must tell tire rest of the story or the cabman would re- ceive double pay, made a confidante of his hostess and a clean breast. There was something so delightfully hu- man in this end of the matter that she was touched beyond measure. She could not induce Wilkins to permit her to reimburse him, but in time he discovered that she had given him her heart, and it was not long before her hand and hei^ fortune went with it. “You never can tell,” says Wilkins, “when you’re getting a bargain. The thou- sand dollars I paid that cabman brought me two treasures — the one a wife, the other her estate.”— By Arthur Langley, in The Voice. DELIGHTS OF REPARTEE. UT WAS to supper with Grandmother I Kelly last night,” Miss Connelly in- **■ formed Miss Frizkle, as she threw herself on the couch in the rest room, “and of all the fun!” She paused and her face broke into a reminiscent smile. “She ain’t my real grandma, you know. She’s paw’s first wife’s maw, but us kids has always called her grandmother. She lives ’way out on the west side and she gets awful sore if one of us youngsters don’t go out and take supper and spend the night with her about once in every so often. “Last night it was my turn and when I got there Grandmother Kelly says to me, ‘Nellie,’ she says, T asked poor old Grand- maw Getchell to come over tonight and I’d be real obliged if you’d run over to her son’s place and fetch her. Like as not that daughter-in-law of hers’ll let her start out by herself, and if that poor old thing should fall down I bet she’d break some of her bones. They gits awful brittle, you know, as a person gits older.* It was funny be- cause Grandmother Kelly ain’t morc’n a Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 561 couple of years younger than Grandmaw Getchell. “I was just a-startin’ to pike over and get Grandmaw Getchell when the old lady come hoppin* up the stairs, spry’s you please.. Grandmother Kelly runs to the door. ‘Why. grandmaw/ she says, ‘did you come all by yourself? I don’t think you ought to ’a’ done it. It ain’t safe for you to come all that way alone/ “Grandmaw Getchell just pushes past her and begins takin’ off her hat and cape and throwin’ ’em on the chair. ‘Quit “grand- mawin’ ” me/ she says. ‘I’m just as well able to walk three blocks by myself as I ever was, and a good deal more able than some of these slimjacks that’d crack to pieces if they ever hit the sidewalk.’ “When we sat down to supper Grand- mother Kelly says, just as sweet as could be, ‘I made some cornbread for supper, grand- maw/ she says, ‘ ’cause I thought it would be easy for you to eat. When a person’s lost so many of their teeth as what you have I know it’s kind of hard for ’em to chew tough things. “Grandmaw Getchell begun to swell up. I guess you don’t need to be so careful of me and my teeth, Moll Kelly,’ she says. ‘Hard for me to chew?' she snorts, shakin’. “Grandmaw Kelly come right back at her, smilin’ and happy. ‘Well/ she says, putting a helpin’ of creamed chicken on to Grand- maw Getchell’s plate/ ‘it does beat all how some folks gets more satisfaction hangin’ on to their poor old snags long after they’re past their usefulness than let ’em go com- fortable like and get some good boughten ones.’ Then She hustled out to the kitchen. “‘It just makes me want to cry/ she says, fetchin’ a great big sigh, ‘every time I eat lemon cream pie. Mr. Tinkum, him that was my second, he was so partial to it.’ Then she looked over at Grandmother Kelly spiteful, and I knew they was about ready to lock horns again. ‘You know I been married three times/ she says to me. ‘Mr. Getchel, he was my third/ “Grandmother Kelly didn’t say nothin1 for a minute. Then she says, ‘Nellie/ she says, ‘ain’t it funny how some women will marry just anything that comes along, just to show they had the chance?’ “ ‘I don’t blame no woman/ says Grand- maw Getchell to me, ‘just becuz the men folks don’t take to her, but there’s some folks not more’n a hundred miles away that didn’t get married more’n once for a mighty good and sufficient reason, and that is that they didn’t get asked again.’ “Well, you needn’t to think Grandmaw Getchell had any two-thirds of Grandmother Kelly on the mat. Grandmother Kelly was right there with the comeback. “ ‘Well/ she says, takin* off the lid of the teapot and lookin’ in to see if the tea’s all gone, ‘I always did think the folks that keeps on gettin’ married every time they get asked ain’t ever had such very good luck.’ “Well, they kep’ it up the whole blessed evenin’, and you’d ’a’ died if you could ’a’ heard them. Every time Grandmaw Getchell’d get a half nelson on Grand- mother Kelly, Grandmother Kelly’s bat back at her and then duck for the kitchen or dining room, or somewheres, like she had some pressin’ business, and by the time she’d get back Grandmaw Getchell’d be all ready with another hot one. The last thing I heard after I went upstairs was Grand- mother Kelly sayin’, ‘Now, you be careful, grandmaw, goin’ up them steps. I knew a real stout person that fell down them once and she never walked again.’ “ ‘I guess you better be careful yourself, Moll Kelly/ snorts Grandmaw Getchell; ‘if you should tumble downstairs your bones’d crack up like so many icicles.’ “I ducked into my room and pretty near swallowed all the bed clothes tryin’ to keep from haw-hawin’ right out. “Say, I bet I beein to ten thousand movin' pitcher shows and musical comedies and theayters and things, but for a real, first- class, up-to-date continuous show them two old dames has got ’em all beat. They’re better’n a couple of three ringed circuses.’’ — Chicago Daily News . Heard at a Party. Hostess — Won’t you sing something for us, Glara? Young Woman (modestly) — Well, I’ll try. Hostess — Yes, do try, at any rate. Digitized by Google

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562 The Railroad Telegrapher. THE RAILROAD ENGINEER. A FOLDER that contains a device representing a locomotive engineer at his post has been issued by a Western railroad. The picture is one of the happiest inspira- tions of its kind I ever saw. The first time I looked upon it it gave me a sort of thrill. There sits the man — gloved, cap drawn tightly, one hand on the lever of the throttle valve, the other free. The pose is easy, natural — no intensity, no strain, no fear. On the face is a suggestion of elemental calm, and a courage that might be the envy of gods and men. Behind this quiet man, so calm, so poised, is a treasure of half a million dollars and two hundred precious lives. He holds them all in that easy, unquaking grasp. Before him are two straight lines of steel, and the huge, back, all-enfolding night. And into the gloom, in perfect faith, this quiet man forces his flying monster with all that precious cargo and the price- less lives. The man is unafraid. On the boyish face care sits lightly, and yet in it the artist has thrown a look of experience and a wisdom that betokens Power. I wonder if the man who drew that pic- ture ever read a little book by Edward Carpenter called “Toward Democracy.” Carpenter asks: “Was this, then, the sura of life ?” A grinnning, gibbering organization of negations — a polite tap and a circle of end- lessly complaisant faces bowing you back from reality! Well, as it happened just then — and as we stopped at a small way station — my eyes, from my swoon-sleep opening, encoun- tered the grimy and oil-besmeared figure of a stoker. Close at my elbow on the footplate of his engine he was standing. And the firelight fell on him brightly as for a moment his eyes rested on mine. That was all. but it was enough. The youthful face, yet so experienced and calm, was enough ; the quiet look, the straight, untroubled, unseeking eyes, rested upon me — giving me without any ado the thing I needed, and in a moment I felt the sting and torment of Reality. The swift nights out in the rain I felt, and the great black sky overhead, and the flashing of red and green lights in the for- ward distance. The anxious straining for a glimpse sideways into the darkness — the dash of cold and wet above, the heat below — all this I felt, as if it had been myself. O eyes, O face, how in that moment without any ado you gave me all. These splendid fellows who do their work and hold their peace — they do give us faith in God and faith in ourselves. They mind their own business. Is there anything finer than to mind one’s own busi- ness? O cursed spite, that men are born to set the others right. Let us mind our own business. How curious it is that men should quit their work and make a business of looking after the business of others. No man is ridicul- ous excepting when he neglects his own affairs to look after the business of other men — no man but is splendid when he is minding his own business. That is why I lift my hat to the engineer — he is doing his work. He is minding his own business. — By Elbert Hubbard, in The Chicago Examiner. Digitized by v^ooQle

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April. I. Have you ever seen the meadows decked in new and vivid green, When April, smiling, pouting, has again been crowned a queen; When the leaves are half unfolded, holding back their perfect charms From the amorous sun’s advances till his eager ardor calms? Have you ever seen the meadow, wet and rain- swept grown anew. Sparking in the morning with the crystal April dew? II. Have you ever seen the woodland, where the early April flowers Lift up their thirsty chalices to catch the fitful showers. While from the budding branches their pretty heads above The birds are busy caroling of long forgotten love. Have you ever breathed the fragrance of the first come woodland flowers As they lift their dainty chalices to catch the big drop showers? III. Have you ever heard the music, in the swamp so long asleep. The little fellows’ treble and the grandsires bass and deep, Splashing, leaping, frolicking in wanton joy and play; For love is in the marshes on this April holi- day. Come, hear the April music, for nature sweeps the lyre And the heart must catch an echo of awakening desire. Harry C. January. The Sermon. I know not what the preacher said — His words fell muffled in a dream, By clause and clause, from head to head, He traced a sad and subtle scheme; Through legal maze, on dizzy height. The curious metapbysic trod; He held with all his tedious might, The mirror to the mind of God. The mind of God! and all the while His large wind thundered in the tower, And on the casements of the isle Pelter and trapped the driving shower. Old grandsire shivered at the sound; How cold among the slanting stones, The comfortless and ugly ground, Where they must lay their aching bones 1 While lovers sat in blushing thought, And heeded not the unkindly skies — But, with an awkward rapture caught The sudden glance of wistful eyes. Arthur C. Benson. A Spring Song. Now Time hath laid his mantle by Of winds, and rain, and icy chill, And done a rich embroidery Of sunlight poured on lake and hill. No beast or bird, in earth or sky, • Whose voice doth not with gladness thrill; For Time hath laid his mantle by Of wind, and rain, and icy chill. River and fountain, brook and rill, Bespangled o’er wth livery gay Of silver droplets wind their way; All in their new apparel vie, For Time hath laid his mantle by. From the French of Charles d’Orlrans. Couldn’t Pick a Place to Fall. He said to the folks: “Git out o’ my way — I’m bigger than you all I” And he climbed so high in the world that day He couldn’t pick a place to fall! Oh, he climbed so high that he looked right small. And he couldn’t pick a place when ’twas time to falll “I’ll reach the spot where the angels stay, And I’ll scale this jasper wall!” And he climbed so high in the world that day He couldn’t pick a place to fall! And they said: “He’s high, but be looks right small, And he can’t pick a place when it’s time to fall!" — Frank L. Stanton in Atlanta Constitution. Digitized by Google

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561 The Railroad Telegrapher. Waiting for the May. Ah! my heart is weary waiting, Waiting for the May — Waiting for the pleasant rambles Where the fragrant hawthorn brambles, With the woodbine alternating. Scent the dewy way. Ah! my heart is weary waiting, Waiting for the May. Ah! my heart is sick with longing, Longing for the May — Longing to escape from study To the young face fair and ruddy And the thousand charms belonging To the summer’s day; Ah! my heart is sore with longing, Longing for the May. Ah! my heart is sore with sighing. Sighing for the May — Sighing for their sure returning When the summer beams are burning, IIopcc and flowers, that, dead or dying, All the winter day; Ah! my heart is sore with sighing. Sighing for the May. Ah! my heart is pained with throbbing, Throbbing for the May — Throbbing for the seaside billows. Or the water-wooing willows, Where, in laughter and in sobbing, Glide the streams away; Ah! my heart, my heart is throbbing. Throbbing for the May. Waiting, sad, dejected, weary, Waiting for the May — Spring goes by with wasted warning, Moon-lit evenings, sun-bright mornings; Summer comes, yet dark and dreary Life still ebbs away; Man is ever weary, weary. Waiting for the May. Dennis Florence MacCarthy. “The Limited ” A roar of the wind down the line and a gleam Of little child cheeks puffing out as with steam. A pitter and patter, as if on the rail The wheels were a-clatter in tunes of the flail. A jingle, a whistle, and then a long boo-o-oo, And the “Limited” rolls to my chair with a “choo.” “All aboard, Papa! Dit up in front. All aboard, Muvver! We’re ready to go” — Only a little one doing his stunt: Childhood ineffable; isn’t it though! This is the royalest something or other, This train of twilight for father and mother! A roar of the wind again, onward it flies On wings of the faerie above the blue skies, To far lands and star lands of beauty and joy— The dear little Royal Blue Limited Boyl “All aboard. Papa! Dis is the place. All aboard, Muwer! Your ticket’s all right” — Chubby fists, shining eyes, round little face, Making believe in the sweet evenlight Booing and chooing and clanging it goes. Stamping the rug as it flies on its toes. Out of the dining-room into the hall, The flash of a shadow along the gray wall; That’s through the tunnel, and I am the station And in comes the “Limited” wild with elation. “All aboard, Papa!” “I’m ready, my child.” “Muvver’s all ready; away, let’s away!” Only a little lad, arms flying wild, Dreaming his dream at the end of the day. Fists clenched and arms flying round down the line. That’s called the piston; two blasts is a sign The conductor has signaled, and far through the night On some starry station of dream he’ll alight. Clicking and groaning while people get on That are bound for the beautiful cities of dawn. “All aboard, Papa! Room up ahead. All aboard, Muvver! Next stop is Dod” — Only a little one, happy as Ned, Making believe he’s a steel piston rod! A roar of the wind down the line again, dear All aboard, Muvver, the “Limited’s” here! Steam’s out and oil’s out and water’s so low This is the very last mile he can go. Take him up, darling, upon thy sweet breast, For this is the station of dream and of rest. All aboard baby! Get up in front. All aboard, Muvver! We’re ready to go — Only a little one tired of his stunt: Childhood ineffable; isn’t it, though! — Baltimore Sun. What to Talk. Talk Happiness; the world is sad enough Without your woes. No path is wholly rough; Look for the places that are smooth and clear. And speak of those to rest the weary ear Of earth, so hurt by one continuous strain Of human discontent and grief and pain. Talk Faith; the world is bettter off without Your utter ignorance and morbid doubt. If you have faith in God or man or self. Say so; if not, push back upon the shelf Of silence all your thoughts, till faith shall come No one will grieve because your lips are dumb. Talk Health; the dreary, never-changing tale Of fatal maladies is worn and stale. You can not charm, nor interest nor please, By harping on that minor-chord disease. Say you are well, or all is well with you, And God shall hear your words and make them true. Digitized by c.ooQle

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A Paradox. “Childhood presents many paradoxes/’ asserted the bachelor. “What instances have you in mind ?” asked the friend. “A spoiled child may be extremely fresh.” — Buffalo Express. Correct Tense. The teacher was explaining the tenses. “Now, Willie,” she said, “suppose I should say : T have a million dollars/ What tense would that be?” “That’d be pretense,” answered Willie. — Boston Transcript. Their Status. “So you’ve been to France again, Mrs. Comeup ?” “Yes ; seems like we can’t keep away from dear Paris. Indeed, my daughter says we’re regular Parasites.” — Baltimore Ameri- can. Ending the Tale. Barber (beginning the hair cut) — Have you heard the story about the guy that — (resuming business) — want it short, sir? Customer (a tired editor) — Yes; a mere synopsis will do ! — J udge. Er-Yea, He Had. “Pardon me, Mr. Peever,” said the chance acquaintance as the two helped hold up the cafe bar, “but have you ever had a serious accident ?” “Well,” replied Mr. Peever, “I met my wife by accident !” How Did He Know? After dinner, when the ladies had gone upstairs, the men over their coffee and cigars talked as men will of love. All of a sudden, the host cried in a loud voice: “I tell you gentlemen, this is the truth, I have kissed the dainty Japanese girl ; I have kissed the South Sea Island maiden ; I have kissed the girls of England, of Spain, of Germany, even of America; but it is most true to kiss my wife is best of all.” Then a young man cried across the table : “By heaven, sir, you are right there.”— Tit- Bits. It’s the Language. “Waiter,” said the traveler in an Erie railroad restaurant, “did you say I had twenty minutes to wait, or that it was twenty minutes to eight?” “Naither. Oi said ye had twinty minutes to ate, an’ that’s all ye did have. Yer train’s just gone.” — Railway Carmen* s Journal. Somewhat of a Stretch. A large and pompous person, wearing a high hat, a long coat, yellow spats and a congenital sneer, for several days made himself obnoxious around a Washington hotel a bit ago. He announced he was from New York, ragged the bellboys, jawed the clerks, cussed the service, roared at the food, com- plained about his room and the elevator and the telephones and the bar, and everything else. One afternoon he walked over to the porter and said: “Here, you; I’m going to quit this town and go back to New York, where I can get some decent service. I want you to buy me two seats in a parlor car on the 4 o’clock New York train. Get me two seats, now, and meet me at the station with the tickets. I want one chair to sit in and one to put my feet in.” The seats were delivered at the train just before it pulled out. One of the seats was in Car No. 3 and the other was located in Car No. 4. — Saturday Evening Post. Digitized by Google

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566 The Railroad Telegrapher. Not on Your Life. Flannigan and O’Brien were dining at a swell restaurant. They were not accustomed to going to such a place. When they had finished, the waiter asked: “Shall I bring you a couple of demi-tasses?" “Not on your loife!” exclaimed Flanni- gan. “Our wives might drop in and see us." The New Bose. Dodgin was the new manager of the concern. There was one workman who liked to sneak off to a shed about 3 o’clock in the afternoon and smoke a pipe and look over the afternoon paper for half an hour or so. Well, one day as the workman sat reading his paper and smoking in the shed Dodgin appeared. “Who are you?” Dodgin asked, sternly, frowning at the idle workman. The workman frowned back. “Huh, who are you?" said he. “I’m Dodgin, the new manager," was the reply. At this the workman smiled. “So am I," he said, heartily, “come in and have a smoke.” Mark Twain and Whistler. One time Mark Twain met James McNeil Whistler, the artist. A friend having warned the humorist that the painter was a confirmed joker, Mark solemnly averred that he would get the better of Whistler should the latter attempt “any funny busi- ness." Furthermore, Twain determined to anticipate Whistler if possible. So when the two had been introduced, which event took place in Whistler’s Studio, Twain assuming an air of hopeless stupidity, ap- proached a just completed painting and said: “Not at all bad, Mr. Whistler; not at all bad. Only," he added reflectively, with a motion as if to rub out a cloud effect, “if I were you I’d do away with that cloud." “Great heavens, sir." exclaimed Whistler, almost beside himself. “Be careful and don’t touch that; the paint is not dry yet” “Oh, I don’t mind that," replied Mark, with an air of perfect nonchalance, “I’m wearing gloves." He Knew Better. It was a bitter cold day, the snow was deep and the sidewalks frozen hard. A negro, bundled up in a moth-eaten chin- chilla coat, stood shivering against a build- ing, trying to avoid the freezing blasts. Just then another negro, dressed in thin, threadbare clothes, and with no overcoat, came out of a nearby barber shop and started up the street whistling cheerily. Still whistling, he passed and glanced up at the darky in the big chinchilla coat. The latter took one withering look at the passer- by, and yelled: “Say, niggah, you can whistle as loud as you please, but you can’t make me believe it ain’t cold!” — Chicago Journal. 150 K l88es Late. A new method of marking time has been introduced by Conductor Joe Gordon, who is one of the most popular trainmen on the Amboy division of the Pennsylvania rail- road, says the Philadelphia Telegraph . Mr. Gordon is not only a favorite with the men passengers and admired by the women, but, probably because he used to run the milk train from Bordentown to Camden, he is also beloved by the babies. Notwithstanding his sweet and gentle nature, it almost makes him peevish when a lot of lovely woman kiss each other goodby, and more than once he has been tempted to give his locomotive a swift kick and hike down the road without them. Recently Joe stopped his train at a sta- tion where no less than twenty women were congregated on the platform. Some of them were going away and some of them weren’t, and just as the last moment arrived everybody started in to kiss everybody else. All of this took valuable time, and the genial Joseph was patiently waiting. “All aboard!" he finally shouted, after standing for the sweetness as long as he could. “This train for Philadelphia and way stations." “Oh, Mr. Gordon," gush fully cried a lit- tle fairy, “wait just a minute, won't you? I must kiss Bessie goodby." “All right," returned Joe, heaving a large, sad sigh ; “but be as quick as you can please. We are about 150 kisses late now." Digitized by Google

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THE IDEALISM WE NEED. A BRIGHT writer, often seen in sev- eral of the labor monthlies, A. A. Graham, said not long ago, in the Machinists’ for November, 1912, as fol- lows: “Life, although more secure, is now less worth having, and less living; our liberties are restricted within the narrowest limits, and we have freedom indeed, 'in the pursuit of happiness/ but the chase is un- availing, not to be easily had.” Those few thoughts may not be grasped in their reality by men below the age of fifty or sixty, but they shdll no doubt be approved by many above the latter age. Those who have seen and lived and ex- perienced the life conditions of forty and fifty years ago, only those can realize the significance of certain social facts. For in- stance: It was then far more easy than today for many intelligent men to save about $1,000, between the age of twenty and and thirty, than it is today. The $1,000 represented the potential value of $3,000 today. We did not have then very large fortunes, able to rapidly suppress all healthy competition. The scientific spirit had not yet invaded the field of industries for the purpose of giving to some the power to control, through legislated priv- ileges, almost every line of production. The insane fury of great wealth at any cost had not yet taken possession of many minds. A moderate degree of wealth seemed to satisfy most of the few who could easily obtain that. As for the rest of us, plain people, we seemed to be pretty happy with what we managed to obtain through a moderate amount of daily labor. The conception of trying to get the first million of dollars, as a preliminary to ten, fifty, one hundred, five hundred millions of dollars. . . . that conception had not yet been born, or spread among the people at large. Fifty thousand dollars then, or pos- sibly a little more, seemed to give to most people all that was needed on this side of the grave. But what are $50,000 today? Try to give that, as an average, to 10 per cent of our family groups, and all that re- mains for 90 per cent of us, is an average of $1,000 per family group. Now we can see the dreadful poverty of this supposed wealthy nation of ours, poor in relation to the wretched ambitions taught by our glorious education, invited by that education, and yet made impossible to most of us by the education we see fit to have. The first step in the realm of sound knowledge is not to give to men any ideals that may conflict with universal joy and comfort. But, there we have it, we only believe in sorrow, sin and sickness uni- versal, in relation to life on earth. It is thus that we convert the planet into a fortune shop, a prison, a jail, a combina- tion of pains, tears and groans, blended, to be sure, with some joys, the kind that perish, when we could have all kinds of imperishable joys. And please remember that the writer hardly knows what pain or sorrow is, in connection with himself. He, of course, happens to know what is going on, all over the earth, and the sorrows and pains of others are very painful to us, par- ticularly when they are apt to fall on men and women far better than ourselves, women most especially, as it is generally the case. Let us now return to our suggestion of a wealth distribution which gave to 10 per cent of our family groups an average of $50,000, and left an average of $1,000 to the 90 per cent. Add to that conception that the two general averages were natural aver- ages, and not based on any unnatural ex- tremes. Because such averages don't really mean anything, when they swing between Digitized by Google

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568 The Railroad Telegrapher. great extremes, say, from 5 cents to $5,000,000. And that is just the case with our wealth distribution today, which varies between $500,000,000, or even more with some families, and nothing but debts and rags for about 70 per cent of our family groups. Well, $1,000 is not much in our days of glory for any family of five, but it would be something if the highest for- tune did not exceed, say, $100,000. Our precedingly suggested wealth dis- tribution, duly protected by laws of equal rights, would rapidly change our present idiotic progress. Why? Because it would stimulate manhood and effort along lines a healthy wealth production and distribu- tion. Our whole human development rests, not on mere quantities, but on qualities and relations, on degrees of equal justice or on degrees of legalized iniquity. We have no doubt a considerable num- ber of families who happen to have as much as, say, $3,000 under investment Well, they have an income of $120 from that, with wages or salary of, call it $1,000. If such families could use their $3,000 capital direct in some productive industry, their business income would be at least $2,000, in lieu of but $1,120 nowadays, Dqn't you see what bad tricks we play upon ourselves with our lovely monopoly atrocities? The fact is that the real potential value of wealth, for comfort and joy, is made or decreed by our legislation, by its quality. Today we give to the dollar, behind some monopoly privilege, the power to crush the dollar which is not backed by privilege. We give to legalized injustice the right and opportunity to convert most men into pieces of machinery. And who is the real, actual criminal for all the sins, and tears, and groans, and crimes of modern civilization? All of us. more or less. Our responsibilities on the subject rise, of course, in proportion to our intelligence and power to stand for high ideals in the realm of our collective de- velopment. By high ideals we don’t mean the im- possible or impracticable. The idealism we need is incorporated in the laws of the universe. All forces and processes in the order of creation embody and operate its natural laws. Men alone, and then when most especially grouped in nations, men alone try to develop in defiance of God’s forces and laws through the whole pano- rama of phenomena in space infinite. The mere congestion of wealth, in forms more or less prominent, all over the earth, today and ever before, that can only happen through men’s laws repudiating the simple wisdom that God has incorporated in the fibres of creation. But then, such a natural conception docs not suit our collective selfish aspirations. Jose Gros. Digitized by v^ooQle

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FRATERNAL New Haven, Conn., Div. No. 29. N. Y. N. H. & H., Western Division — Sister Cullen, of Tolies, was a recent visitor at Middletown, paying her respects to the brothers at New Britain en route. Bro. Frank Odium, at Forestville for several years, has bid in the relief agency, relieved by Bro. H. Garity on bid. Get after the student teachers. Try to show them the error of their ways. "He who cheats himself is a fool." Bro. Thompson, second Newington, is now in the insurance business. Bro. Bd Kellong has returned and is now on third Sandy Hook, vice Bro. Austin, who bid in "CS” Bristol. Bro. L. H. Dowd, our chief telegrapher and local chairman, was called home March 7th by the death of his father at Wolcott, N. Y. Brother and sister have our sincere sympathy; also Bro. Rogers, first Danbury, in the loss of his mother. Bro. Dunbar, who relieved Bro. Rogers, was re- lieved on second by Andy Conniff, of the News. Bro. Gallagher, third Brewster, witnessed the big "peeradc” in New York on St. Patrick’s Day. The section men have received a notice that their wages have been increased about 17 cents a day, also an eight-hour day for Saturdays. The N. Y. C. & H. R. engines have been re- turned, but we still have three N. Y. O. & W. engines. Business is pretty good. It is rumored that the company has ordered seventy-five new super-heaters. The C. N. E. 500's are certainly some “ ’gines,” pulling from thirtty-five to forty- two loads over the division. It is reported that Tolies is to be closed and Terryville opened three tricks. If the brothers along the old Berkshire and Naugatuck Divisions will send a few items I shall be very glad to forward them for publication and be grateful to the brothers for them. It can be readily seen that I am in no position to know what is doing in that territory. The notes from this division have been con- spicuous by their absence for a long time, but, with the assistance of you all, we will try to have some kind of a write-up each month- I thank all who have furnished items, and hope the good work will continue. T. A. A., D. C. Midland Division Notes — Bro. Johnston, Sr., bid in second Hartford plat- form, relieved on Vernon Jet. third on bid by Bro. Markham; Bro. Geogh, from branch switch Hart- ford, bid in third Burnside Jet., vice Bro. J. A. Geogh. gone to Panama with the Panama Rail- road; Bro. Cronin bid in second Plainfield, re- lieved at Judds Brook by Mr. Daniels, a new man, and Bro. Manosh bid in third Webster, relieved on bid by Bro. Cook on third Hampton. Bro. Belanger, of Broad Brook, was relieved on account of sickness a few days by Mr. Fran- cisco. It is now Sister Johnston at Vernon cabin. Bro. Hoeffel secured second Club House, vice Bro. Fay, resigned. Bro. Greenwood is now on third Columbia, and J. H. Leigh on second Norwood Central. Mr. Tracy, Columbia second, has gone into the auto- mobile business. Bro. White, relief agent, bid in West Chester agency, and Bro. Brown, relief operator, bid in second East Hartford. There is no "color” left on the relief jobs. There* will be nearly fifteen hundred positions shown in our new schedule, and we want every man who holds one of them to have an up-to-date card in his pocket, and take that interest in the Order that will insure its success. "E. N.” IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, divine Ruler of the universe, to take to his home the beloved father of our worthy chief telegiapher, Bro. L. H. Dowd; in manifestation of our heart- felt sympathy, be it Resolved , That the members of New Haven Divi- sion, No. 29, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to our bereaved brother and his family our sincere sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread cn the minutes of this division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. E. J. Manion, G. F. McCormack, R. E. Porter, Committee. Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. The attendance at the regular meeting on Satur- day evening, February 15th, was unusually large, and keen interest was evidenced in the work which came before us, which was conducted in a clean and business-like manner. Election night and the anticipated news from the general committee were the magnets that drew the large attendance, mak- ing it necessary to supply added sittings to accom- modate all. Digitized by v^ooole

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570 The Railroad Telegrapher. The usual current reports were presented and warmly received, especially that of Bro. W. J. Smith, secretary-treasurer. It showed the pros- perous condition of our division, which was highly gratifying and proved the wisdom of electing so able a brother to perform the duties of that exact- ing office. The auditing committee, in its splen- did report, paid a high compliment to the ability and sterling worth of Bro. Smith, and his labors for the membership of this division was rewarded by a unanimous re-election. Our chief telegrapher, Bro. J. D. Vanderbeek, was also unanimously elected for a second term. The sterling qualities of Bro. A. L. Conant, our first vice-chief telegrapher, were also recognized by his unanimous election for a second term, and Bro. W. E. Rogers was elected second vice-chief telegrapher. Bro. G. E. Joslin was elected local chairman of the Providence Division, Bro. Vanderbeek divi- sion correspondent, and Bro. P. I. Farley member of the board of trustees for three years. Considerable good-natured rivalry prevailed in the race for representatives to the Baltimore con- vention, which finally resnlted in the election of Bros. W. J. Brenner, F. P. Brady and A. H. Han- cock as delegates, and Bros. A. L. Conant, M. C. Sipple and F. I. Walker as alternates. It was very gratifying to the officers to learn that 191a was the most successful year in the history of our division, due to the interest taken in the work by our membership. Many of them having discovered that there is something for each one to do has had a most important bearing upon our achievements. Let us make even better use of this during the coming year’s work. If we all do our part the results will be agreeably surpris- ing when our next annual reports are issued. General Chairman Manion outlined the work now before the general committee, and assured us that matters were progressing favorably. Bros. Joslin, W. J. Smith and Fowler, also members of the general committee, made appropriate remarks along the same line, and all were warmly received. During the past year our membership has been remarkably free from sickness, either of a mild, malignant or serious nature, and for this we should be most grateful. Our sick-benefit associa- tion— the best ever — is steadily growing in favor and membership. Its record so far is unimpeach- able, and only good can be said of and for it. Your correspondent was delighted to see such a splendid representation of Division 35 at the joint meeting held at Boston on March 12th. 1 enjoyed it and profited by being there. Things were said which have given me — and I believe should give all — matters to think about and weigh well for possible future action. The establishing of a telegraphers’ club was brought to the attention of the brothers at this splendid meeting, from which no doubt much benefit will accrue, because of the opportunity to get better acquainted. The regular meeting of Division 35, held March 15th, was a hummer. The newly-elected and ap- pointed officers were duly installed by our able past chief telegrapher, Bro. Joslin. The attend* ance was large, and the unabated interest, resulting in a nice bunch of applications, is an indication of what may be expected of our members during the year. Bros. Manion and Joslin addressed the meet- ing along lines of committee work now being done, and were warmly received. Last year we started out with a determination to pass the 300 ma«k. and the number is now above 330. We should aim to make the number at least 400 before the year closes. It can be done if every member will do his part, and I ask that every effort be made to bring this about. Every member should attend our meetings. Their pres- ence is needed and desired to increase the interest and assist in the work by their counsel. Think it over; then act. J. D. V. N. Y. N. H. & H, R. R. — W. E. Shugrue, C. & O., at Cronston, R. I., A. J. Case, leverman at Valley Falls? doubtless understand that the possession of an up-to-date card means support and help from others to those who are willing, to improve their own condition by helping to improve that of others by doing their part to pay for the benefits brought about through the efforts of the O. R. T. Be men. Bro. Caffcrty, third Sharon Pit, bid in Red Bridge days. Bro. A. W. Carlin, relief agent, is relieving Bro. VV. J. Smith at South Swansea, Mass., absent on committee work. Bro. Stevens, agent River street, Woonsocket, after a visit home in “York” State, will go South for his health. Bro. E. W. Buggan, relief agent, is relieving Bro. Voelker at Arnolds Mills, absent owing to sickness, but convalescing. Bro. M. W. Buck, Millbury, has been reinstated, thanks to the O. R. T., who looks after her chil- dren. Bro. R. S. Eaton, spare agent, is subbing for Bro. Stevens, who has gone South for his health. We hope he returns greatly benefited. Bro. Flaherty, third Sharon Heights, bid in West Mansfield third. Bro. Gaffney bid in third “BC” yard, relieved at E. Foxboro third by Bro. Doyle, spare towerman, and Bro. Hall bid in East Provi- dence split trick, relieved on Woodlawn second by Bro. Black, spare towerman, pending bid. Bro. Farrow, who relieved Bro. Joslin at Auburn tower while absent on executive business, has re- turned to first Franklin street tower, Worcester, relieved at Northup avenue by Bro. Moore. Bro. Frank Gardner bid in first Hills Grove tower, relieved on Elwood tower second by Mr. Sorrelli, spare towerman, whose application is in hand. Bro. Lanphere, third Shamrock tower, has re- turned from a thirty-day visit in California. Bro. Cutler, third West Mansfield, bid in second Elmwood tower. Bro. Cuthbertson, first Valley Falls, C. & O., bid in East Foxboro tower third. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 571 and Bro. Ford, second Kingston tower, bid in second Woodlawn tower. Bro. Smith, first Auburn tower, while sick with grippe several days, was relieved by Bro. Payne, spare towerman. Mr. Case goes from Red Bridge tower to lever* man Valley Falls. He should “come across'* now, in order to feel at home among the good men. Bro. Black is relieving Bro. Dykeman at second Olive street, Appleboro. Bro. Bronsso, two days at “AW,’’ relieved on second East Jet. by Bro. Gerrett, spare. Bro. Payne, spare, covered third Park street, Appleboro, during Bro. Savorio's illness. Bro. W. J. Brennan, third Mystic, is composing a new song, entitled, “Splash! Splash!! Splash! 11 What Are the Wild Waves Saying?” Those who have been admitted to the “inner circle” and heard it say it is a “roar” with lots of “foam.” Bro. H. A. Hopkins, third Apponang, was re- cently married. Congratulations. Bro. Hedges, formerly in “F” office and later at East Providence tower, is now on second in the dispatcher’s office. Bro. Mignoult has filled this position acceptably, and we wish for him and his successor the best of success. Owing to sickness in the family of Sister Barry, at Woonsocket, Van has been filling in there. We are glad to hear that the sick are improving. J. D. V., Div. Cor. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 41. B. & M. R. R., Southern Division , Central Massa- chusetts Branch — Bro. H. J. Glover, spare, bid in assistant and operator at Wayland, Mass. Bro. F. Cochran, second Waltham, while on the sick list, was relieved by Bro. Young. Bro. A. L. Glover has returned from the “Nickel Plate” and is now at Nashua. Bro. Raini, agent Weston, has had many sleep- less nights recently on account of his child having pneumonia. We sincerely hope for its speedy recovery. Assistant Trainmaster Duffy has been detailed on the Central Massachusetts branch, cutting down the help, to curtail expenses. Wayland station has been broken into twice recently, Bro. C. R. Cole, the agent losing $35, and Assistant Agent Glover a watch and a half-dollar dated 1829. Glover is anxious to recover that half- dollar. Cert. 461. New York, N. Y., Div. No. 44. Our regular February meeting was called to order at 8:30 p. m. on the 8th by Chief Van Nostrand, with all officers and 78 members present, the largest number we have seen for some time. This shows what can be done with a little effort. Bros. Wylie, Robinson and O’Rourke were ap- pointed tellers to count the official mail ballots for local chairmen, while other business was dis- posed of. On motion the reports of the auditing committee and the secretary and treasurer were heard before the election of officers took place. The secretary had a very interesting report of the work during the past year. Our death benefit fund, after pay* ing three claims during the year, has a balance of $1,200 and a wording fund and membership to be proud of. The auditing committee, consisting of the three trustees, Bros. Heller, Martin and Thuma, who audited the books February 4th and 5th, reported they found everything in good shape, and the secretary deserved to be complimented on the interest he had taken and the manner in which he had handled the work. The regular order of business was then sus- pended, the election declared in order, and Bros. Brooker, Hudson and Anderson were appointed tellers. The election resulted as follows: Chief Teleg- rapher, Bro. C. B. Van Nostrand; past chief, Bro. A. F. Heller; 1st vice-chief, Bro. E. H. Decker; 2d vice-chief, Bro. Thos. J. Bennett; secretary and treasurer, Bro. L. Meringer; trustee (for three years), Bro. J. S. Thuma; delegates to the con- vention, Bros. A. A. Leonard and A. F. Heller; alternates, Bros. E. F. Webb and J. S. Thuma. Local chairman for the agents, A. Filby; telegra- phers, W. S. Leahy; signalmen, L. Meringer. The election was somewhat prolonged, as it was necessary to ballot a number of times in order to get a majority vote. The hour being late, after a few remarks from Bros. J. E. Shields, A. R. Linn and F. H. Surine, which were well received, the meeting adjourned. We were pleased to see Bro. Past, agent Man- hassett, with us, this being his first visit. We hope he will be a regular monthly attendant here- after, as the election took up the greater part of the evening, deferring considerable of the regular business routine. We had the pleasure of seeing Bro. L. L. Simonson at the February meeting, his first appearance, and we hope he will come again. We were also pleased to see Bro. H. A. Krcmp present, who is the hustling ticket agent from Hicksvillc, as well as the tower force from that place, all big, strong men; and were glad .to see the north side so well represented. We are always glad to have Bro. Linn, the hustling sec- retary and treasurer of Division 26, with us, even if he can’t vote. At the meeting on Saturday, March 8th, the officers heretofore named were installed for the year 1913, except Bro. Meringer, who was absent on account of a bad cold, Bro. Frank Webb acting as secretary pro tern. The appointed officers: In- side guard, Joseph J. McClure; outside guard, M. Reiser, and marshal, S. F. Adams, were also in- stalled by Bro. Heller. No one was more pleased at this meeting than Chief Telegrapher Van Nostrand. Bro. O. A. Hudson, who acted as marshal during installation of officers, escorted Bro. Van Nostrand to the ros- trum, and remarked: “Well, Bro. ‘Van,’ this is the sixth time,” and presenting him with a small white box, said, “here is a little remembrance from the boys.” The box contained a solid gold O. R. Digitized by Google

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572 The Railroad Telegrapher. T. pin. There were no words adequate to express the gratefulness which Bro. "Van” felt, but suffice to say he is wearing it proudly on his coat and showing it to admiring friends. Three petitions for membership were acted on. The general chairman made his monthly report, and on motion Bro. Leonard was appointed to attend the joint Eastern meeting in Boston on March nth. Bros. Bennett, Gaffney and Hoadley were appointed on the sick committee. The holding of meetings on the east end of the Long Island by the general chairman for the benefit of the brothers who are not in position to attend our regular meetings was discussed and arrangements will be made in the near future to cover this. Bro. J. E. Shields gave us an interesting and instructive talk, after which the meeting adjourned. Bro. Leonard has returned from the joint East- ern meeting at Boston, and will make a full report of his trip to the April meeting. Don’t miss it. Long Island R. R. — Bro. A. B. Gentz, agent Long Beach, is sick with German measles. Bro. Frank Shields, Jr., bid in Deer Park station. Bro. F. II. Surine, an old-time L. I. station agent, is now with the Queens Mason Supply Co., a better job and more pay. lie still sticks to us and wc are always glad to see him. If you want fresh eggs call him on the phone. Bro. John Shields had to transfer to Division 37 on account of working for the New Haven. We were sorry to lose him, but his heart is still with us and he is always willing to give us good advice. Tower Department — Bro. P. L. Donovan, second Blissville, is re- lieving Cleary, laid up with rheumatism. Bro. Powers, first Rockaway Jet., is relieving Bro. Leonard, who has been laid up with a bad leg for some time. We are glad to report that he is improving nicely. Bro. Thos. Gaffney is now receiving congratu- lations. Ask him why if you don’t know. Assigned on bids: Bro. Harwood, third "CN;” Bro. J. G. Austin, third Hollis, and Bro. Larne, third "DF.” William Van Nostrand, only brother of our worthy chief, Bro. C. B. Van Nostrand, was in- stantly killed February 15th. He was conductor of the Babylon Package freight and in some mys- terious way was struck by a passenger train at Lynbrook. He was universally liked, and leaves, besides a widow and three small children, an aged mother, brother, two sisters, a number of relatives and a host of friends. Owing to his death the fourth annual reception and entertain- ment of Division 44, which was to have been held April 2d, has been postponed until later. The new passenger stations at Jamaica and Union Hall Street were opened on Sunday, March yth. Also the new tower. It was a nice day, and the public made a thorough inspection. The general offices have been moved to their new quarters in the new Jamaica station. It will be some months yet before the terminal is completed. It will be equipped for handling the largest number of trains in the country. Bro. Fox, director and leverman, is on first new Jamaica tower; Bro. Eastwood, leverman; Bro. Webb on the sheet. Second: Bro. Buckbee. director and leverman; Bro. Galloway leverman: Bro. Janes on the sheet. Third: Bro. Waxter, director and leverman; Bro. Hopkins, leverman; Bro. Gaffney on the sheet. When everything is completed and hooked up these will certainly be busy jobs. The new Morris Park tower is nearing com- pletion, and the boys will have a chance to do some bidding soon. Bro. L. Meringer, Winfield Jet., has been on the sick list, relieved by Bro. Hunt Bros. Powers, Besemer, Knecht, Bergmcn and others too numerous to mention are doing ground duty at Jamaica. Station Department — Bro. A. J. Petroske, to Islip on bid, was re- lieved at Sea Cliff by Bro. B. Dank, from Green Lawn. Bro. C. P. Rider, from Blue Point to Bay Park, vice Bro. W. B. Southard, to Sayville, re- lieving F. D. Bly, who is critically ill. We trust that his life may be spared. Sister Webster, of Sea Cliff, has just recovered from an attack of German measles. Relief Agent Bro. Leahy, relieving Agent Biers at Say Harbor, on vacation, Bro. Brooker reliev- ing at Blue Point. Mr. Carman has been relieved as agent at Lynbrook. Bro. Martin, our accommodating ticket agent at East New York, on the sick list, is being helped out by the Mrs. Bro. F. H. Surine, in charge of Queens Branch of the Mason Supply Co., has been promoted to manager of the New York office at $50 per week. We congratulate our brother on bis success. Mr. Bennet, second trick ticket agent at East New York, was transferred to first trick agent at Union Hall Street, Jamaica. Some of the brothers and sisters on the east end try and furnish us with some news, so we will know what you are doing. Div. Coa. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward the beloved brother of our brother, C. B. Van Nostrand. In manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of his afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympa- thy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 573 Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. j. s. Thuma, J. L. Martin. A. F. Heller, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved daughter of our brother, M. Riser. In manifestation of our. fra- ternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. A. F. Heller, J. L. Martin, J. S. Thuma, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved father of our brother, L. Meringer. In manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resoh’ed, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. A. F. Heller. J. -L. Martin, J. S. Thuma, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved sister of our •brother, J. Savage. In manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation- A. F. Heller, J. L. Martin, J. S. Thuma, Committee. Campbellton, N. B., Div. No. 61. Intercolonial Railway of Canada — Our npw schedule, which went into effect on March ist, is a good one, with a big increase of 12 per cent, a .$6o minimum* and a ten-hour day. We all extend our thanks to Bro. McMillan, who worked so hard to make everyone satisfied. Business has been rushing this winter. It was never so great before. The government bought twelve new freight engines. They are doing a good country trade and all the boys are making good overtime. Bro. Clancy gets “OS” on bid, and will move his wife and little ones down at once. Bro. Gra- ham is there nights pending bids. Bro. McMichael is now one of the dispatching staff at Newcastle, relieved by Bro. Sautry. Look out for the nons up there, Dan. Mr. Lutes, at “WD,” should get an up to date and protect his wife with the insurance the Order provides. Bro. Page is now at “DA” nights, and Bro. Ward is at “NA.” The boys are not moving around very much, a* the wife will be wanting a new spring hat pretty soon. Since the new schedule went into effect there have been five or six initiations, and at our last meeting we had a big crowd. Write up a few notes, brothers, and send them in by the twentieth of each month. Fraternally, Cert. 93. Moncton, N. B., Div. No. 63. Our regular monthly meeting was held in Monc- ton on February 15th, and much business trans- acted. The annual election of officers resulted as follows: Bro. R. A. Brown, Salisbury, chief teleg- rapher, and Bro. R. M. Scribner, Painsec, secre- tary; delegates to the convention — Bro. R. A. Brown, regular, and Bro. S. C. Charters, alternate. Upon the ballots for local chairman being counted, Bro. Charters was unanimously elected, and he will therefore remain chairman of the general committee for the ensuing term. Our general committee has about concluded negotiations with the management for a new sched- ule, which will be second to none in Canada. It went into effect March ist, introducing shorter hours and a very respectable increase in pay. The members should be prompt in remitting half of the first month’s increase, as the general commit- tee has had a long, hard pull, which costs money. Recent changes in the dispatching staff at “MS” are: Chief Dispatcher H. B. Fleming promoted as assistant superintendent, succeeded by Second Trick Dispatcher C. W. Price; Bro. C. A. Dunn Digitized by Google

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574 The Railroad Telegrapher; promoted to chief dispatcher at Sydney N. S., the two vacancies thus caused being filled by Bros. W. P. Hutchinson and B. A. Johnson. We welcome these two brothers to Division 63, and hope they will often be seen at our meetings. Bro. W. C. Hoar succeeds Bro. Ross Brown as telegrapher at Sackmer, appointed train agent. Bro. H. W. Jones wishes to extend thanks to the members of Division 63 for kindness received during his late illness. Bro. W. A. Spear is relieving Ticket Agent Harrington at St. John, off some time on account illness. Cert. 20. Rochester, N. H., Div. No. 65. At the meeting held at Rochester on Saturday evening, March 8th, the following officers were installed for the ensuing year: Howard A. Beacham, chief telegrjyiher; George D. Emery, first vice-chief; J. A. McDonough, second vice- chief, and C. P. Lord, secretary and treasurer. B. & M. R. R.} Portland Division — On bulletin: Ticket agencies at Portsmouth and Ipswich, agencies at Windham and Londonderry, and telegraphers at Windham second and third. Bro. Lynes, displaced at Jewett second upon Bro. Emery's return, bid in telegrapher position at Salmon Falls, W., and Mr. Baker, of London- derry, bid in Salmon Falls, W. agency, vice Mr. O’Neil, who bid in Melrose agency. Bro. Newberry has returned to Hayes after three months* leave. Bro. Clark relieved Bro. Beacham at Union for a short time. Bro. C. E. Scott secured Mr. Mur- phy’s application at Union. Bro. Snow did the wire work at Conway while Bro. Merrow attended the auto show. Bro. M. B. Harrity, South Berwick, while away, was relieved by Bro. P. T. Harrity, of Rochester second, and he by Charlie Ilanson. Bro. Snow, an old-timer from the General Elec- tric at Lynn, bid in Conway agency. Among those to attend the meetings of Divi- sions 89 and 41 at the Quincy House, March 12th, were: C. P. Lord, F. H. Gilbert, E. E. Knox, J. A. McDonough, D. J. Donovan, H. L. Butler, W. E. Knight, F. W. Hale and C. E. Scott. We were all very well entertained. Those who failed to attend have something in store two years hence. Bro. Waterstreet has returned from the Frisco in Texas. He relieved at Wakefield Jet., Brad- ford second and Ferncroft agency recently. Mr. Urie was at Londonderry until position was as- signed. “SI." Oskaloosa, Iowa, Div. No. 71. Minneapolis & St. Louis R. R., Eastern Division — Brothers of Division 71: I wish to thank you one and all for the honor bestowed upon me in the recent election, also as your delegate to the convention of the Grand Division. I shall en- deavor to faithfully represent our division am I permitted to attend. Fraternally, A. L. Gardner, General Chairman. Minneapolis & St. Louis R. R., Eastern Division Notes — We are glad to welcome two new brothers to Division 71 — Bros. Shahan, of Winfield, and Erickson, of Latimer. Bro. S. J. Rankin, of Rockwell station, is on a ninety-day leave, relieved by Bro. J. W. Rankin, while getting the grain elevator he purchased at Rockwell in shape for business. Bro. E. T. Cahill, of Eldora, relieved Bro. C. V. Platts at Steamboat Rock several days recently, while visiting his parents at Webster City. Bro. E. L. Packard, of Liscomb, off several days on account of illness, was also relieved by Bro. Ca- hill. A. W. Nutr transferred to Algona agency, re- lieved by J. E. Lynn, from the Western Union at Des Moines, at Pickering agency pending bulletin. Mr. Lynn was telegrapher at Hedrick several years ago. The recent election resulted in the selection of Bros. Gardner, Foster and Platts as chairmen, Bro. Gardner as delegate to the Baltimore conven- tion, and Bro. McLin, of Richland, as alternate. A meeting held in Oskaloosa on March aad, for the purpose of getting together on a new schedule, was poorly attended, owing to a wreck east of Oskaloosa, which prevented the east end boys from getting there. Bro. McLin failed to “come across" with his east end items this month. Don’t depend on just us two to grab all the news, boys. If we keep our write-up in the journal from month to month we will have to have some outside help. “JS," Cert. 26. Chicago, III., Div. No. 91. Chicago, Indiana & Southern R. R., Kankakee Division — Two positions at Howe and Streator third on bulletin; latter protected, pending bids, by Teleg- rapher Kern. It is now Bro. Wilson at Goodrich. The telephone lines were all down three days recently, about thirty breaks between Streator and McNabb, and a number of poles down cast of Streator. Bro. Krick has accepted North Liberty agency. Former General Chairman Driscoll has been re- instated, and his time of service dated back to January 22, 1902. Kankakee telegraph office will be bulletined soon, as Chief Dispatcher Malone decides whether Dis- patcher Evans has resigned or is only on vacation. Remit your dues promptly. Don’t allow your- self to become delinquent and let your family suffer in case you are called to cross the Great Divide, leaving your wife and children with pos- sibly nothing but a wash tub. • The following telegraphers have not made up their minds to secure a card: W. H. Popejoy, Momence, 111.; L. C. Hood, Dwight, 11L; C. A. Ikerd, McNabb, 111.; H. F. Reigel, Granville, 111.; C. W. Layman, Depue, 111., and C. D. Ikerd, Ladd, 111. Remember, “No card, no favors." Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 575 I can iv>t see how telegraphers or agents can stay out of the O. R. T. when they can pick up our journal and see the good work it has done in the last twenty years. I telegraphed with our vice-president, T. M. Pierson, twenty-five years ago for $30 a month and was glad to get it, when, if an operator said his name was his own, the next passenger train brought a man to relieve him. That day has passed, and even telephone jobs, which, from all appearances will be better than Morse, go begging for men. Div. Cor., Cert. 155. Addison, N. Y., Div. No. 108. B. & S. R. /?.— Our road is doing a good business and everyone is busy^ extra men are scarce. Bro. Belcher, of Osceola, relieved Bro. Jacobs, of Elkland, a few days. The latter secured Arcade agency, vice R. D. Coyle. Elkland telegraph posi- tion now on bulletin. Mrs. I. B. Sherman, Hulls, has taken a trick at Cross Fork Jet. There was a fairly good attendance at our last meeting, and another meeting will probably be held in April, to instruct the delegate, Bro. Belcher, who was elected to attend the convention at Baltimore in May. A. J. Davis appointed agent Newfield Jet., re- lieving Relief Agent Champlin, who then went to Arcade agency during transfer. H. C. Ryder ap- pointed agent at Lyman Run. Bro. Max Conable visited the boys at Crystal Lake on March 12th. Bro. E. W. Smith relieved Agent R. F. Spencer at Westfield while he and his wife attended the funeral of a relative at Springville. The few members who have not yet paid their dues are reminded that it is best to have an up-to- date card at all times for their own good. W. A. Hart, assigned telegrapher at Newfield Jet., was relieved at Cutler Summit by Bro. M. D. Conable, which places him closer to his home. Bro. Conable was relieved at Wellsville by Mr. Rumbarger, a new man from the Big Four Route. Mr. Frank Cornell, a well-known and popular conductor of B. & S., died at his home at Wells- ville on March 4th. Messrs. Curram, May and Huntington sent a beautiful bouquet of carnations, and the office force at Wellsville a nice wreath of flowers. The remains were conveyed to Ker- sey, Pa., in a special car. Mr. Cornell was a member of the B. R. T., O..R. C. and K. of P. Your correspondent desires to thank Bros. Cole, Robinson and Rumbarger for items contributed to this write-up. The boys all look for a write-up each month, but too much can not be expected of one individual, and others should help by sending in an item or two at least. I wish some of the boys at Wharton who read this would send a few items next month, also someone from the Third District. Div. Cor: Tring Junction, Que., Div. No. 131. Quebec Central Railway — Bro. Thcberge, on holidays, was relieved by Bro. G. Poulin, and Mr. Dostie by Bro. Gigure. Bro. Marcoux was recently married. Congratu- lations. Bro. Dulac has been transferred to “MA,” and Bro. Barnwell to “NA.” The latter recently relieved Mr. LaCasse, the “ham-maker/* on holidays. Glad to hear Bro. Lccferc has been appointed traveling freight agent at Quebec, vice Mr. Cas- tonguay, resigned. Bro. E. Perron, while off sick, was relieved by Bro. G. Poulin. Mr. X. Couture, roadmaster at Valley Jet., passed away recently. Bro. Cote has been transferred to “NS,” and Bro. J. E. Gosselin to “FD,” who later relieved Bro. Gagnon, of Leeds, on holidays. Your correspondent was a recent visitor to Mon- treal, Quebec and Joliette. Brothers, send in your news items if you wish to see them in The Telegrapher. R. E. Rheault, Cert. 52. CARD OF THANKS. Disraeli, Quk., January 5, 19*3- I beg to acknowledge receipt of copy of reso- lutions drawn up by the committee of Division 131 in sympathy with me at the death of my sister. I wish to convey to the members of the commit- tee my sincere appreciation for those expressions of love and sympathy, which show a true fra- ternal spirit in remembering a brother during his bereavements. Fraternally, J. E. Deveau. Nashua, N. H., Div. No. 152. The February meeting was well attended, and all present were more than delighted to sec Vice- President Pierson, General Chairman Bode and Bros. J. H. O’Toole and A. H. Mason, of Divi- sion 104. Bro. Bode outlined the work which has been done by the general committee since January 7th, which was very interesting, showing what the committee had been “up against.” Bro. Pierson gave an interesting talk on the general situation and conditions in his territory affecting the Order. The absent members have my sympathy in missing such valuable and enter- taining addresses. Bro. F. R. Mason, agent Lee, N. H., bid in second “G” Ayer, and Lee agency is posted. One good feature about Lee is that it’s a “dry” town. Water for all purposes has to be carried nearly half a mile from August to January. Good chance for our slim (?) brothers to get exercise. (*‘JA” and “MG,” take note.) We are all pleased to hear that Bro. W. H. Hitchcock is making good as telegraph editor of the Manchester Leader. It’s a great paper and has a good circulation, which is still growii^J. tized by V J

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576 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ask Bro. Maloy about the joke which nearly cost him the cigars. It was a cigar that brought about the joke, too. Bro. Norris, of “BC” Worcester, has resigned to accept a position on another division. Bro. Murphy, “BC” Worcester, bid off “WO” Worces- ter yard nights. At the February meeting all the officers were re-elected for the coming year, and Bro. Jones was elected local chairman for the next two years. A good man for a big job, or a big man for a big job. I wish all the brothers would turn out to the meetings. We are to have some interesting feat- ures in connection with our spring and summer meetings, so every member should make an effort to be present. By the time this copy of The Telegrapher reaches us the boys will probably be enjoying an increase in wages, and wc hope many other things which we have not heretofore enjoyed. Div. Cor. Hamilton, Ont., Div. No. 155. Hurrah! We are up to ioo per cent again; all the regular men on the T. II. & B. are now mem- bers. It is now Bro. R. F. McKinley, Vinemount nights, and George Mearce, Hamilton nights, will soon join us. There are so many good situations opening up all over the country for telegraphers that very few of the old guards are left, and if conditions are not just to the liking of the new men, they hike off where there is no shoveling coal, han- dling ashes, sweeping floors, etc., that were a part of a telegrapher’s duties in years gone by. Mr. Bannister, from the Canadian Northern, at Smithville and Fenwick a few nights, de- cided not to stay, and Bro. F. A. Corson, at the pit and Vinemount nights a short time, has re- turned to the C. P. R. commercial at Toronto. Bro. J. E. McNamara, who went to Smithville nights while Bro. J. A. McDonald was on the sick list, goes to Fenwick. Bro. Rorke, from St. Thomas M. C. R. dis- patching staff, relieved by Bro. Rowntree, second Aberdeen, is relieving the dispatcher in Hamilton, the shortage of men making this change of men between the T. H. & B. and M. C. necessary. Bro. M. E. Birdsall is acting as chief dispatcher, and Bro. Warrender night chief, pending the re- turn of Chief Dispatcher Warnick. Bro. Stani- land, who has been acting C. T. D., has returned to his trick. On Sunday, March 9th, our regular meeting day, we were fortunate in having Bro. D. Campbell, third vice-president, with us, to act as past chief and install the new officers, after which he spoke at some length on several matters entirely new to us, and touching on the eight-hour law, of interest to every telegrapher in Canada. Our brothers south of us in Uncle Sam’s domain have nine-hour laws, and 'we would like to go them one better and have a national eight-hour law. Never mind the overtime; keep us eight hours a day to work, a little time to have some recrea- tion and the rest to sleep, and it will be some- mg like living then. We all enjoyed Bro. Camp- bell’s speech immensely. The new station and dwelling at Silvei^lalc is all ready for Bro. Bates to move into. It is the ftnly one of its kind on the T. H. & B. He is a lucky man, and we hope he will send us a bid to the house-warming. Div. Cor. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 156. At the first meeting in February fifteen mem- bers were present, also three visitors. Bros. Ross, McLaughlin and one from Division 89 and two candidates w-ere initiated. The same officers were elected for the coming year, and Bro. Griffin was elected delegate and Bro. Trask alternate to the convention at Balti- more in May. At our night meeting, February 15th, Vice- President Pierson and Bro. Dewar, of Division 89, were present, the former making a few remarks, which were very much appreciated. Two new members were initiated and one application re- ceived^ Bro. Barringer was re-elected local chairman, and appointed Bros. Buxton and Lucas as his assistants. The charter ivas draped for thirty days in honor of Bro. Lamb , former general chair- man of the Burlington System. The daylight meeting of March 4th, although not largely attended, was enthusiastic, and another new member was admitted. All members should make an extra effort to be present at the meetings. Most of us live but a short ride from the city and have no fares to pay. Our division is pretty solid now, the nons being very much in the minority, and we expect to get the rest of the “hold-outs” in a short time. Our chief Bro. Griffin, off the latter part of February, was relieved by Bro. McClung, and he by Bro. Ashe. The N. E. conference was held at the Quincy House, March 12th. Div. Cor., Cert. 11. Grand Trunk Ry. The following is the result of the recent elec- tion: Local chairmen, G. T. R. — O. A. Cowan, Berlin, N. H., Section No. 1, covering the First, Second and Third Districts; A. O. Talbot, St. Isidore Jet., Que., Section No. 2, covering the Fourth and Fifth Districts; E. N. Granger, Scar- boro Jet., Ont., Section No. 3, covering the Sixth and Seventh Districts; F. A. Parent, Casselman, Ont., Section No. 4, covering the entire Ottawa Division; R. W. Grove*, Markham, Ont., Section No. 5, covering the Eighth, Ninth and Tenth Districts; T. Barlow, Thornton, Ont, Section No. 6, covering the Eleventh, Twelfth, Thirteenth and Fourteenth Districts; W. M. Middleton, Breslau, Ont., Section No. 7, covering the Fifteenth and Twentieth Districts; F. A. Malcolm, Woodstock, Ont., Section No. 8, covering the Sixteenth and Digitized by VjvJ

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 577 Seventeenth Districts; G. E. McTaggart, Blyth, Ont., Section No. 9, covering the Twenty-first, Twenty-second, Twenty-third and Twenty- fourth Districts; F. Ouellette, Tecumseh, Ont., Section No. 10, covering the entire Southern Division. Delegates and Alternates — O. A. Cowan, Berlin, N. H., delegate Eastern Division, and A. O. Talbot, of St Isidore Jet., Que., his alternate; F. A. Parent, Casselman, Ont., delegate Ottawa Division, and D. H. Matthews, of Ottawa, his alternate; T. Barlow, Thornton, Ont., delegate Northern Divi- sion, and R. W. Groves, Markham, his alternate; D. L. Shaw, London, Ont., and W. M. Middle- ton, of Breslau, Ont., delegates Middle and South- ern Divisions, and F. A. Malcolm, of Woodstock, and G. E. McTaggart, of Blyth, their alternates. Local chairmen, Grand Trunk Pacific Division — - W. Morgan, Superior, Ont., all lines east of Win- nipeg, Man.; R. L. Harrop, Justice, Man., lines Winnipeg to Watrous, Sask., and R. E. Patterson, Chauvin, Alberta, lines west of Watrous, Sask. After the election Bro. Patterson found it would be impossible for him to act as local chairman and resigned, and the general chairman appointed Bro. C. J. Mitchell, of Scott, Sask., to fill the position for the balance of the term. Bros. R. L. Harrop, of Justice, Man., and G. M. McGuire, of Scmans, Sask., were elected dele- gates, and M. R. Brewer, of Atwater, Sask., and R. E. Patterson, of Chauvin, Alberta, their alter- nates. The Grand Trunk Pacific Telegraphers’ General Committee is now in session at Winnipeg negotiat- ing a schedule through an arbitration board, both sides agreeing to abide by the award. Negotiations for a revision of the schedule for the telegraphers on the Grand Trunk proper are well on the way to a satisfactory settlement. Now, boys, the present Grand Trunk manage- ment (both G. T. R. and G. T. P.) want good service, they want the best kind of employes, and they are going to treat with you in a liberal way, and for tms reason every agent and telegrapher should leave no stone unturned in order to make the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Sys- tems the very best in the country. I frequently receive letters from members ask- ing me- to get them a position on some other road where better conditions can be obtained. My opinion is that if telegraphers will remain with the Grand Trunk, give the company good service, at the same time do your duty to your organiza- tion, in a short time conditions of employment on this road will compare with the best that’s to be had. If you will take the time and pains to ascertain what brought about the good conditions on roads where they are better than those pre- vailing on this road you will find, in every case, that it was thorough organization. Where first- class pay and first-class conditions of employment are obtained you will find the men thoroughly organized. Thorough organization is the only thing on God’s green earth that will land you at the goal you desire to reach. In order to bring these conditions about every up-to-date member should consider himself an organizer. If you arc up to date yourself and your mate or next door neighbor are not keep after them until they are able to produce an up-to-date card. Don’t leave this work for the local chairman to do. He has lots to do himself. If you know of any nons you yourself can’t pull over the traces have others help you, and keep after them until you land them. Furnish Bro. L. W. Quick, of St. Louis, Mo., and the undersigned with the names and addresses of all non-members, at the same time endeavor to. convince them that it’s the “swipers* gang” (the men who take the benefit while the fellow with an up-to-date card pays the shot) that keeps wages down. The fellow who swipes the increases and pays nothing for them don’t help the union. He helps the other fellow defeat the union in its effort to get him the very things he want so badly. Now, boys, no matter if you are on the Grand Trunk or Grand Trunk Pacific take hold of the work and help your local chairman bring about complete organization. If you desire application forms or information as to rates for joining, etc., drop the undersigned a post card. Members, when having nons fill out applications, should see that all the papers are properly filled out, especially the insurance form, as it is absolutely necessary that EVERY question asked thcreqp be answered. When answering question No. 9 answer it in full. Read it over carefully and give the beneficiary’s name in full. To say, “Mrs. J. G. Skinner, who is my mother,” won’t do. Give her name in full — - Mary Ann Skinner, or whatever the full name is. Bro. J. E. Lalonde, of Pope, Man., holding Certificate No. 1125 in G. T. R. system, Division “I,” card paid to June 30, 1913. states his card was stolen a short time ago. Members will please bear this in mind and when presented by any other than Bro. Lalonde take it up and mail direct to L. W. Quick, St. Louis, Mo. Instructions to members: If you will read over the list of local chairmen showing the terri- tory each one has charge of you will know who your local chairman is. If, at any time, you are not getting your rights according to the schedule, or have any kind of a grievance to be adjusted, take the matter up with your local chairman, and not the undersigned. Bro. W. H. Atkinson, of 574 Princess Avc., London, Ontario, who worked for the Grand Trunk some few years ago, and although out of the business now, still carries an up-to-date card in Division No. 1. He has, for the past four years, been traveling representative for the Winkley Artificial Limb Co., of Minneapolis, in Ontario and Southern Michigan. If any brother who knows of any one in need of anything in his line would drop him word to that effect it would be greatly appreciated. Bro. Atkinson never lets a chance to speak to nons go by. With best wishes, I am, Fraternally, D. L. Shaw, G. S. & T. Northern Dimsion — At the call of General Secretary and Treasurer Bro. D. L. Shaw an informal meeting was held at Orillia on the evening of March 22d, and for those Digitized by VjOO^LC

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578 The Railroad Telegrapher. who could not attend, he arranged another for Sunday afternoon, March 23d, but owing to the severe storms, wires being down in all directions, trains running late, etc., neither meeting was as largely attended as they otherwise would have been. Bro. Shaw reviewed past negotiations, also gave an interesting talk on the proposed new schedule, and bagged four new members before leaving the town. If more of the boys had been present they sure would better understand and appreciate the working of our general committee in its effort to increase our wages and improve conditions govern- ing our employment. Four new members and two others promised in- dicates that the boys are waking up. Let’s all lend a helping hand and keep the good work going. Get after those who belong to the “swipers’ club” and endeavor to show them they are helping the other fellow instead of themselves. Don’t take ‘‘next pay day” for an answer— next pay day may never come. Bro. McLean, agent Concord, left somewhat suddenly. Agency not yet advertised. Bro. V. McGinty recently transferred from “GO” to “NI,” has gone to Havelock with the C. P. R. We wish him success. Mr. Lampman, who relieved him, has been appointed assistant dispatcher at Allandale, relieved by Bro. C. J. Allison, from “OR” days, relieved by Bro. Green, “NF” days, who was relieved by Bro. Litchfield, from “DN” nights. Bro. Harvey spent Easter renewing acquain- tances in Coboconk, his home town. Mr. Caldwell, of Elmvale, should take out an O. R. T. card. Some of our men who groan and growl when looking over that C. P. R. schedule wonder why our committee is not able to accomplish the same results. My answer is that on the C. P. R. there is practically one club obtaining — the O. R. T., and everybody supports it in its entirety. Such a thing as tlje “Swipers’ Club” or the “Spongers’ Club” is not known on that road, or any other road where excellent pay and conditions of em- ployment exist. And just as soon as we are able to show our general committee that we have abol- ished these clubs on our road, and every one con- cerneu possesses an up-to-date card in the O. R. T., we, too, will make better headway. If the boys on the line will send me some news not later than the fifteenth of each month, we might be able to appear more frequently in these columns, and probably in this way get the nons. Brothers, don’t go to sleep while your general committee is endeavoring to make progress. Now is the time for a solid front and undivided sup- port. Tomorrow may be too late. “CY,” Cert. 934. Ottawa Section — We had a very successful meeting in Windsor Hotel, Ottawa, Sunday, February 16th, at which there were 17 members of Division 1, and the following visiting brethren: Bro. D. Campbell, third vice-president; Bro. G. D. Robertson and Bro. Rooney, "C. P. R.; Bro. Knister, P. M.; Bro. Fogherty, T. & N. O.; Bro. Munsay, C. N.; Bro. Beatty, G. & P., and Bro. Mahoney. General Chairman Parent called the meeting to order at 3:30 p. m. The proposed new schedule was discussed for some time, followed by a short address by Bro. F. A. Parent. Bro. Robertson, general chairman C. P. R.» gave a very able ad- dress on conditions, etc., on the C. P. R., and was heartily applauded at its close. Bro. Knister, general chairman P. M., was then called on for an address and responded in his own able and humorous way. Bro. D. Campbell, third vice-president, who had missed train connections and just arrived, was called on to speak, and his address certainly gave the boys something to reflect on, and closed amid a storm of applause. A vote of thanks to visiting brethren was moved and carried unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 4:45 P- m* Bro. Gemmil, of Greenfield, has resigned, re- lieved temporarily by Bro. Levoguer. J. Devine, to South Indian nights, promises to be with us shortly. Our schedule committee will likely be called together to discuss the proposed schedule revision shortly, and we hope its efforts towards improved conditions will be crowned with success. J. Beriault, of “AX” days, has departed for other greener pastures. There were no banquets. Bro. Lyons, formerly of “QS” nights, is now at Alexandria nights, and Bro. Kippen days. Bro. Morrison distinguished himself on the hockey team, representing the “benedicts,” recently. The single men never had a chance, which shows that “union,” even in sporting matters, wins. The boys who attended the meeting at Ottawa, February 16th, were all well repaid for any little inconvenience experienced while on their way to the capital. Bro. Campbell was held up at Vand- renil for a couple of hours, owing to a defective engine. The meeting was a grand success, and if Bro. Shaw had brought his “concentration of thoughts” into action that day he would have been aware that all who attended were enjoying themselves thoroughly. Come again, boys. T. Elvidge, superintendent’s chief clerk at Otta- wa for several years, has been transferred to Montreal, relieved by G. Scott, the office of local car service agent, which he held, being abolished. Div. Cos. Sixteenth and Seventeenth Districts — We were pleased to note at the meeting held in Hamilton, at the Dominion Hotel, by Bro. D. L. Shaw, the night of February 25. the attendance of several of the old reliable telegraphers of these districts, also the presence at the afternoon meeting of several of the night men of both dis- tricts. This is as it should be. We ought always to make a special effort to attend these meetings, as they benefit those who attend, benefit the nons and benefit the company, because union men are the best men. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 579 dally on the C. P. R., who not so very long ago worked side by side with you on this old Grand Trunk in this, the “Garden of America.” They left the Grand Trunk because they felt the need of unionism, and this road was the loser by such men leaving its service, owing to the slothfulness of union affairs on this division and the animosity of the Grand Trunk to unionism, and the present management, which we all wish success, now sees the error of the former system of union suppres- sion. The leaders of the trainmen, who fought their fight in a respectful way to a manly finish, as men should do, are trainmasters today, and we glory in their reward. We extend to them our co-operation and assistance in the work they have to do. These are the men competing roads are glad to get, because, as Burns says: “A man’s a man for a’ that,” and will work for the interest of their employers as well as stick up for their own rights. Employers will never get the full value out of their men so long as they continue to break the contracts made in good faith with them. But we feel that a new era is about to dawn here. The sharp, clear, crisp exhaust of the new superheaters, as they pick up their trains in a manner which makes the conductors hustle for their cabooses is only a sample of the strength and energy lately developed at Montreal, which will soon permeate all our departments, and we dispatchers, agents and telegraphers must inject some of this energy into our work for the Order and stand up, as the trainmen have done. Then we will also be recognized as men worthy of con- sideration. We must do all the local work individ- ually that we possibly can, each member working on the nons, including the dispatchers and agents in their vicinity, and see that they contribute a certain percentage of their next raise toward the Order. Only a very small percentage will refuse to aid us in this way for their own benefit as well as ours. Appeal also to those who have been members but dropped out, and their examples will soon be followed by others. First pay up your own dues promptly, attend your divtson meetings and back up your commit- tee with the hard cash it needs be to do business with. When you get a pass to attend the meet- ings, use it for that purpose and no other, and later on we will be able to get you a yearly pass, good for yourself and wife anywhere on your division. Now, boys, this is the springtime. Sow the seeds of kindness and hope, and we will later reap an abundant harvest. We hope the brothers who have left us and are now on other roads will not forget us, but will write us of their prosperity and tell us what the O. R. T. is doing for you, where you are now employed, and all remember to send your copy of The Telegrapher, when you are through with it, to some of the “old-timers” you know and keep them posted on what is going on. Don’t forget to attend your division meetings. R. J., Cert. 1202. Sixteenth-Seventeenth District Notes— Mr. Quarricr is off sick, relieved by Mr. Barnes, and he by Bro. Fairweather, of Grimsby. Bro. Oliver, Woodstock days, has gone to “W” office, relieved by Bro. F. A. Malcolm, relieved there nights by a new man. Bro. Raper, Eastwood nights, is relieving Mr. Mitchell, of Harrisburg. We hope Mr. Mitchell will live up to his promises. A new man at Dumfries and another at Bronte. Some of the brothers down that way take care of them. It is now Bro. Dunn, Copetown; Bro. Crum- back, Princeton; Bro. Todd, St. Catharines; Bro. Patton, Lynden Jet., and Bro. Bier, Burlington Junction. Our new third trick dispatcher at London is doing a good job and using the “ops” fine. We hope to call the dispatchers brothers in the near future. The O. R. T. meeting at Hamilton was a de- cided success. About thirty members were pres- ent, and the brothers were given a good under- standing of our progress by Bro. Shaw. We trust the brothers will take a renewed interest in the welfare of the Order and try to bring it up to the standard. The climate of the Seventeenth District is be- coming considerably warmer, owing to the num- ber of Southerners coming to the colder regions and availing themselves of our good jobs. Dispatchers’ offices have been created in Hamil- ton and Brantford. R. McLennan, night chief at London, is day chief at Hamilton, and E. O. Dunn, second trick dispatcher London, is now day chief at Brantford. We wish both these men success in their new positions, as the boys have always received the best of treatment from them both. Bro. Aikeman has been appointed dis- patcher at Hamilton on third hours. Mr. Miller, third hours Seventeenth District, goes on second hours, with Mr. Doherty on third hours and Mr. Robinson on third hours west end. Mr. Sharp, formerly second hours west end, has been ap- pointed night chief. Thanks to Bro. “D” for his news. Come again. It is gratifying to see the new members taking hold in the way they are. Some of our older brothers ought to look alive and give them some encouragement. Mac, 894. MR. NON. Now, Mr. Non, listen to me And hear what I have to say: I belong to the O. R. T. And feel as happy as can be; For I am not a sponger! Now, don’t you see. Quit your sponging, and be like me. And you will just as happy be; Don’t sing that same old song Over and over again, It certainly is out of place And only increases your disgrace. Digitized by Google

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580 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Oh, just wait till next pay day,” That song is very old and gray; You always sing it so I'm told Instead of helping pull the load. So, get busy now, and change your tune. You’ll have to do it mighty soon. Our motto, soon we’ll use on you, And then we will see what you will do. So take my advice before it’s too late, And enter inside the O. R. T. gate. You’ll get no favor without a card. Although you’ll feel that’s mighty hard. Nons are forbidden to enter where The brothers meet on the golden stair. You must have the word Only to brothers known, Before you can reach The great white throne. But it’s just as easy as can be, Jf you will come along with me. And join the ranks of the O. R. T. It’s certainly just as easy for you To belong to our union as it is for me To be a member of the O. R. T. The name of “non” is a great disgrace To have it staring you in the face. How you can stand it has me beat. How you can be a “non” And be able to sleep And dream of the riches You get each day Through the efforts of our O. R. T., But you are doing so every day And always looking for more pay, With a conscience apparently free. You know very well what it means To lake a “fiver” out of your jeans, And join the ranks of the O. R. T. So, brothers, let us one and all Make him suffer for his gall So he can not live in peace at all. Cert. Si 2. Wabash R. R. Springfield Division — The officials are too busy, apparently, to meet our committee yet, but I believe if we are pa- tient we will gain more in the long run. Business will probably continue heavy as we will get more of the western shipments now that we have the 2300 class engines. Bro. Ovcrholt, third Dawson, resigned, relieved by Bro. Allen from Mcrcdosia, who was later re- lieved by Mr. Keemle from the T. P. & W., and relieved Bro. Metz, agent Bates, a few days. Bro. Carrell, second Kinderhook, while visit- ing in Chicago was relieved by Mr. Zold from Springfield, who later relieved Bro. II. L. Smith, first Shops. The latter relieved M. L. Smith at office, who relieved Mr. Hatfield car distributor Springfield on the sick list. Mrs. Leeper, third Alexander, off owing to ill- ness, relieved by Operator T. W. Bass and Mr. Glaze, third Bluffs, off, sickness, relieved by Mr. Davis from Versailles.- Boys send me a few items as they happen at or in the vicinity of your stations so we can have a nice write-up each ,month. L. W. A., Cert. 748. Mobcrly Division , East End , Main Line — Bro. Shays, agent High Hill, absent two weeks owing to sickness, relieved by Mr. Krome of second, and he by Bro. Willis from Salisbury, later relieved by McDow, who also relieved Car- ter, third High Hill, a few days. McDow, we un- derstand, will soon be a brother. Bro. Bittiker, who bid in second Luther, while off a few days sick was relieved by Bro. A. C. Lampc, of Brunswick. We welcome O. R. T. men to Luther as we are solid there, and want to stay that way. Later Bro. Lampc bid in Keytes- ville on the west end. Mr. Andrews, second Gilmore, was called to Chillicothe recently owing to the death of his brother. Sister E. Allgermission, third St. Charles, was called to St. Peters recently account of the death of her father. Sister Allgermission and family have our heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement. Bro. “Hy,” of Montgomery, helped out very much with the write-up this month. He is a live wire, and if wc had a few more like him we could always have a good one. Everybody, send all the news they can to me at Luther instead of Malvern, not later than the 20th of each month. Nothing makes a better showing for a division than a good write-up. H'cst End, Main Line — Woods, first Carrollton, bid in DeWitt agency, relieved by his brother, on second, and he by the third trick man, relieved by J. A. Auer, front one of the “swell’ phone jobs at Ferguson. Bashaw, third Mexico, bid in first Carrollton, his health is much improved. Bro. Willis visits Salisbury frequently. There must be a reason. D. O. Gwinn, 1st Huntsville, while visiting homefolks at DeWitt, was relieved by Montague, second, and he by Weldon of Sturgeon. Hunts- ville is some lever job now, it takes a real man there. Mr. Collins, of Brunswick, was off a few days on account of his wife’s illness, relieved by Bro. Willis. Mr. Collins used to be a member and will line up again shortly. High Line — It was Bro. Wells who took the trip to Ohio, noted in the January journal, instead of Agent Scars. Mistakes will happen, but we are always ready and willing to correct them. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 581 It is now Bro. Meeker at East Switch. If all the nons could see the good in the O. R. T. we would be able to get all we desire. I would like to have the members on the High Line send me all the news they can. It would seem like get- ting a letter from home. Local Chairman Marion is expecting a meet- ing shortly with the management for our. new schedule negotiations. Keep after that non in your office. Don’t scold him, but show him the good things the Order has done for us. We would be working twelve hours a day, and there would be no third tricks, only for the O. R. T. We have taken in quite a few new members since January ist and there are good prospects for more. Helpers on the East End are taking train or- ders over the phone after the agent has gone home. This should not be allowed. If the whole division was solid this matter could be regulated. This is another reason why we should get in the nons. Remember brothers that I am located at Luther now, instead of Malvern, and send all your news and changes to me there. Yours fraternally, “B,” Div. Cor., Cert. 1815. Decatur Division — Bro. L. S. Stephens goes to ”XD,” Decatur, as manager. A. A. Childers, second Allen, and C- A. Davis, from Lotus agency to Forrest. When you bid for a position always send a copy of your application to your local chairman, so lie may know when you apply and whether the position has been assigned in accordance with the schedule. If you bid and do not get what your seniority and ability entitles you to, don’t get sore and drop out when no one but yourself and the officials know of your bid; that never did adjust a grievance. Renew your determination to have your rights and the stronger the organi- zation the nearer you will come to getting them. Mr. Cotter, under St. Louis, Mo. date of February 1, 1913, writes General Chairman Wood, at Milan, Mich., that his request for a conference has not been overlooked, but that he has been unable to name a date on account of the negotia- tions with the committees for the engineers and firemen not yet having been concluded, and that he will advise him as soon as possible when he can meet the committee. While it is discouraging to have to wait so long there is nothing else to do. We only get what we are strong enough to demand. Those who have filed applications, remit and get into line. Bro. Ayers, agent Brisbane, now has three telegraphers to help him out. Bros. Nichols and Boal, first and second, and R. H. Smalley, third. Bro. C. N. Lynk is back on third Manhattan after taking in the sights in St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield and Chicago, and visiting the boys in Decatur. Mr. Nelson was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Stettler, who also relieved Mr. Johnson, at Lan- ders, while at “JS” a few days. Mr. Marks, who relieved Mr. Newman on second Banks when called to Decatur, was re- lieved on third by a new man. Bro. Waybright is back on second Campus after being off on ac- count of sickness. Bro. Chipendale, agent Ritchie, assigned second Gibson, his home town, was re- lieved by Mr. Brewer, second Emington. Wish some of the brothers on the South and East end would please help me out with the write-up. It will only take a few minutes of your time. Don’t wait for the “other fellow” to do it, but get busy yourselves. Everybody on the North' End is looking for that raise. It will come in handy for vacation time. So all try and get one new member and then we can see why not. Cert. 1613. Detroit Division, Fourth District — Bro. F. H. Butler, agent Ashley, who lost a little money and a tin box, luckily recovered the money. Foyd Conger, his cousin, is visiting him. He was a telegrapher on this division some years ago but is now in the postal .service in Panama. He came back owing to the death of his mother at Kansas City. Bro. Eshelman, agent Wolcottville, was re- lieved while at the Eddy wreck by Bro. C. Hen- derson, who later resigned. Miss Beatty, of West Unity, Ohio, visited her brother, Bro. F. W. Beatty, second Topeka, a few days recently. Bro. M. Hestand, second Benton, was off some time on account of sickness, and as there was no one to relieve him until Bro. C. Henderson arrived, Bro. F. Stage, agent, and Mr. Taylor doubled. As Mr. Taylor doesn’t see any benefit in the O. R. T., he probably enjoyed working twelve hours. Bro. Neil Hume, second Wakarusa, resigned, and Bros. Kramer and Fisher doubled until the arrival of Extra Sfcimers, a new man from a cotton exchange office. The telegraphers at Magee asked Mr. O’Bryan, “CD” to bulletin the three tricks there, which re- sulted in Bro. Louie Jonas, formerly second there securing first; Ed. Dcmengo, going from third to second, and Mr. La Bounty, who had been on first, taking third. Mrs. Wm. Hames, of Hamilton, visited her son, Bro. F. B. Hanes, first Crocker, and family re- cently, and Bro. R. A. Mills, agent Crocker, spent Sunday among his many friends at West- ville recently. Bro. H. L. Quackenbush, first Woodward, took a trip to Chicago recently and found “Chi” still doing lots of business and on the boom. Mr. Wixon, second Wakarusa, bid in Woodward third. Bro. Havener intends to give up the trick he landed at Montpelier and return to first at Gary. The latter, and also second Wakarusa are still open. Both good jobs. Since the parcel post went into effect the agen'.s who have to carry the mail have had their work increased and their commission cut. The com- Digitized by VjOOv LC

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582 The Railroad Telegrapher. mittee will probably regulate this matter in some way. Forest Sanxter, an Eric brakcman whose home is at Hamilton, was recently killed in the Elk- hart yards. He was formerly on the Wabash and will be remembered by some of the boys. Bro. F. B. Hanes was the only one who sent me any notes this month. This lack of interest on the part of the boys makes it very hard to have 3 write-up, as it is impossible for me to know all that is going on. A. W. B. CARD OF TIIAXKS. Eustis, Fla., March 6, 1913. Dear Brothers, O. R. T., Detroit Division — We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to the brothers contributing to the $10.00 fund received from Bro. John Bloom, to assist us in the severe sickness of my wife with typhoid fever in Eustis, Fla. There may come a time when we can help a brother, for as freely as we receive so shall we give. Your brother, R. Van Nest and Wife. Mobile & Ohio Ry. St. Louis Division — Bro. Lee D. Verhine, first Union City, off a few days visiting parents, relieved by Mr. Guthrie, who also relieved Bro. Barner, second Bethel, a few days. Bro. Lyne Corley, third Shannon, visited Cor- inth and Jackson on business lately. Bro. C. M. Barr, while off sick, was relieved by Mr. McCarter, and Bro. J. U. Overall, Jr., second Corinth, off sick, was relieved by Bro. Richardson, second Ruslor, and he by Mr. Hind$man. Bro. O. B. Ramcr, first Bethel, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Glisson, who was later loaned to the Mobile Division a few days to pre- vent Egypt from being closed, being short of men down there. Mr. Beadles, agent Berkley, off sick, was re- lieved by Mr. Briggs, and M. Alvis, Baldwyn third, sick, relieved by Mr. Hindsman. G. E. Lester, third Clamore, off a few days, relieved by Mr. Alvis. Rienzi and Guntown were visited by storms lately. Much property was damaged and several lives lost. We had a wire only a few hours at a time for several weeks. Bro. Coleman, agent Selmer, cancelled his res- ignation, the company promising to give him some /help. Several agencies on this division will be vacated soon if more help is not furnished. Second and third South Columbus, third Moun- tain Glen and Percy, and second Willisville, on bulletin. Mr. Keaton, while visiting in Corinth, was relieved by Mr. Glisson. Mr. Carson, first trick dispatcher on the J. and O. District, was promoted to night chief dis- patcher April 1st. He probably will be succeeded by Mr. Moore, second on T. & J., making Mr. Armstrong regular dispatcher, succeeded by Bro. Brooks as extra dispatcher. Mr. Carson, first “X,” off a few days, was re- lieved by Mr. Armstrong, first “JN,” relieved by Mr. Armstrong, first “FY,-” and he by Bro. Meeks. Bro. Henry, second South Columbus, off a few days was relieved by Mr. Glisson — “and Barr got married.” W^e may have our new contract by the time this is published. Bro. LeRoy Creech, second Alto Pass, visited in Murphysboro a few days, relieved by Mr. Carter. Bro. Leppe is back on third Columbus, and Bro. Habermeihl is at Vulcan after enjoying a thirty days’ leave. The Murphysboro District has a new 100-ton wrecker, the largest on the M. & O. W. A. Cox, agent Sparta, worked at the Hous- ton wreck a few days. Bro. Brewer, second Pomona, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. House. Bro. D. C. Corgan, third Mt. Glen, bid in second Mill Creek, relieved on bid by Mr. Carter, second Wellsville, and Bro. Weirheim, third Percy, bid in second Baldwyn, relieved on bid by Mr. Rosen- dough, extra. Mr. House, extra, bid in second Burksville. Bro. E. O. Parrish, agent Jordan, while attend- ing court at Henderson, was relieved by Bro. Haley. Clyde Dancer, who resigned third “JN,” will try his fortune in “The Golden West.” Bro. Henry bid in second “SU,” Mr. Rodgers relieving him on third there. Mr. Rodgers and Mr. Briggs are new men. We hope they will soon be carrying “up-to-dates.” Bro. G. B. Johnson, resigned, goes to Portland, Ore. We wish him success. Bro. W . J. Roberts, first South Columbus, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Guthrie, and G. H. Lawhorn, second Rienzi, by Bro. Meeks. You can make a brakeman in a week. It takes a year to make a telegrapher, yet the brakeman receives twice the amount of pay. They do it with up-to-dates. Brother, nudge that non at your side in the short rib hard enough to wake him up. J. U. Overall, Jr. IN MEMORIAM. W'hereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved grandmother of our brother, Harry Lee. In manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of the St. Louis Division No. 2, the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, and a copy forwarded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. L. T. Murdaugii, B. E. Sanders, J. U. Overall, Jr., CortofiiUet. Digitized by vjOOV LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 583 Chicago & Alton R. R. Our division correspondents are either absorbed in other good work or are not being furnished with items by the members, as only two brothers con- tributed to this write-up. A good write-up every month has much to do with the success of the Order on this line, and as f have not been authorized to lease a wire to secure the news, I can not get the desired effect without assistance. A meeting of the Southern Division was held at the Pierson Hotel at Carrollton on March 15th. Owing to unfavorable weather conditions but few attended. Bro. Thos. Riley presided,* and for over an hour good discussions were in ‘order. The brothers in attendance in addition to Local Chair- man Riley were: C. O. Lakin, Roodhouse; W. P. Neutzman, White Hall; E. D. Lakin, Berdan, and B. F. Smith and E. R. Hendricks, Carrollton. Bro. E. D. Lakin, not being able to get away on No. 33, rode horseback eight miles in order to attend. The next meeting of the Southern Division will be held at White Hall, and a joint meeting will be arranged for with the Burlington brothers. Every brother should attend who can do so without slighting his duties. Much good is ac- complished at these meetings and many interesting subjects are discussed. The general meeting of the entire system was held in the Illinois Hotel at Bloomington on March 22d. The boys on the Illinois Central have just se- cured a revision of their schedule which calls for a limit on Sunday hours, etc., and a ten per cent increase. We can have just as good a schedule if every brother will do his part and not wait for the other fellow to land the nons, and we will soon be 100 per cent strong. Our recent schedule awakened many who were under the impression that one never would be secured. One of them acknowledged that he had been trying for three years to get a raise without success. The schedule gave him a $5 increase, and when his attention was called to the fact that he did not carry a card, he replied it was his intention to take out one if he had gotten a $10 raise, but he could not see his way clear to join. I am glad to say he is out of the service now. He was not possessed of enough manhood to express his gratitude, if not in words, at least in action. President Worthington recently made an ad- dress at Peoria, and copies of his speech were delivered along the line. -It has been commented upon very fayorably, which speaks well for 'one who met us in the the proper manner when we presented our schedule. We are proud that the "Only Way*’ is again in the hands of worthy and competent men. Bro. R. J. McElhinney, 4107 Hartford St., St. Louis, Mo., has been elected secretary of our divi- sion, succeeding Bro. Aber. Remit your local dues to him and your Mutual Benefit assessments to Bro. Quick. At the convention to be held at Baltimore in May our representatives should, be instructed to cast their votes for the present officers, as they have made a grand success of our organization and are entitled to re-election. Gen. Cor. Southern D vision — The division superintendent’s office force made several enjoyable (?) trips to the bottom lands west of Eldred on the Carrollton line recently. The best shooting was over the ‘‘crooked’’ with a motor car driven by Section Foreman Bandy at 4:00 a. im, using lanterns for headlights. They returned pretty well loaded down with pecans and burs. A bountiful repast was served in the gents’ waiting room at Carrollton, consisting of raisins and cakes. Roast wild duck and gravy werfe served by proxy, the aroma being imaginary. Your corre- spondent spent the greater part of one Sunday afternoon cleaning up soot and putting up the nine joints of stovepipe displaced during the feast. Dispatchers Baumgartner and Poole recently covered their respective territories looking over the situation, our old friend, “Tommy” Nevin, relieving them. Bro. A. M. Crow, Shirley agency, is now on second at Dwight passenger station relieving Mr. McNabb, who went to third Chatham. J. E. Blakeman, a new-comer, relieved Bro. Crow pend- ing bulletin. Mr. Schulte is at San Jose agency. We expect his application, and also Mr. Langford’s, at P. & N. Jet., shortly. A brother from Division 126 is now on first San Jose. Bro. B. F. Smith, first Carrollton, attended lodge initiation at Carlinville on a recent Sunday. The extension being built west of Eldred is giv- ing Bro. Liles plenty of work. Division Engineer Steele, General Roadmaster Donahoe and Trainmaster Shuman attended a special meeting of the city council at Carrollton recently with a view of improving the water service, A disastrous tornado, which visited that point during March, damaging property $40,000, took off the top of the water tank and part of the wait- ing room partition. # Layman Johnson, an old employe of the Main- tenance-of-way Department, fell from the ice house at Alton, suffering injuries which later caused his death. His kindly disposition endeared him to all who knew him personally. Bro. C. F. Yeakel, formerly at Carrollton, is now at Sioux Falls, S. D., with the G. N. Signal Maintainer Baggerman transferred from Carrollton to Lincoln, and was relieved by Mr. Mitchell from that district. Interlocking Maintainer Hermanson, of Carroll- ton, took in the Railway Appliance Show at Chicago during March. Bro. C. O. Lakin, of Roodhouse, recently jour- neyed to Carrollton and got acquainted with the Masonic goat. Numerous work trains are now on the Ionica and Carrollton lines making improvements and building extensions. Div. Cor. Digitized by v^ooQle

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584 The Railroad Telegrapher. Western Divison — How a man can walk up and take his pay check month after month when he knows that he did not contribute anything towards getting the raise it calls for is more than a good, loyal member can understand. Some of them at Mexico, Higbce, Slater, Odessa, etc., received from $5 to $10 a month raise. They are all good boys, and we should use every means in our power to line them up. Don’t forget the “Misters” west of Alma, and don’t forget our motto: “No card, no favors.” R. C. Gooden, relieving Mr. Spotts on third Glasgow, will soon be with us. It will soon be time for our committee to go up again, and if we expect it to do anything, we should back it up with a solid membership. Agent Price, Independence, is sick, Mr. Shelly relieving him, Mrs. Shelly on second and Mr. Reed on third. Mr. Vermillion, of second, is off with typhoid fever. We hope for his speedy recovery. Miss Gowen, from Grain Valley, relieved Mr. Wolliman on Blue Springs third, who returned to Corder as agent, relieving his brother, who went with the coal company. We expect Mr. Wolli- man to be with us shortly. Sister Hughes is on vacation, sight-seeing in Oklahoma. Telegraphers are scarce on the west end. Sev- eral men want to get off, but there is no one to relieve them. Bro. Hutchins, second Marshall, has moved his family there. Bro. Pearson, second Pleasant Hill, relieving the agent there, Bro. Sommers, who is very low with typhoid-pneumonia, was relieved by Bro. C. C. Craig, from Straut, and he by Mr. Blackwell, of Nebo. Drop either your local chairman, Bro. Maupin, or Bro. Griffith, your name and certificate number; also the name and address of that non with or next to you, so we can send him the necessary papers to line him up with. Show him the good things published in your Telegrapher that the Order has done and is doing for us, and help in every way you can to land him. Let “thorough organization” be our watchword. Local Chairman. C.f St. P.f M. & O. R. R. Minnesota Sr Iowa Division — Inspector O. A. Nordquist, from the general office, was out over the division this month, doing the inspection act. Bros. G. E. Price, G. W. Ried, C. F. and E. T. Brady were at St. James on March 9th. Conductor A. Messer, of St. Paul, one of the pioneer railroad men in Minnesota, and the last of the old-timers, died on March 3d. He retired on a pension about four years ago, but was in poor health for some time before that. Bro. W. J. Jarman, the handy relief agent, has been relieving at Vernon Center, Amboy, Delft, day telegraphers at Winnebago, Blue Earth, El- more and Pipestone, where he was relieved by Bro. Rcidmiller, and then relieved Bro. I. J Mock at Farmer, who is down with the measles. Bro. W. F. Walker’s reported resignation at Madelia was an error, we are pleased to state. He is now on third Cliff. We are pleased to welcome into the ranks of members Bro. J. J. Moriarity, of Heron Lake. Bro. A. R. Day sent his dues from Hinckley, Minn., and wishes to be remembered to the boys on the M. & I. Division. Bro. C. J. Beard is relieving temporarily at Mitchell. Bro, P. S. Zimmerman, of Kasota, is having a run of grippe, but is able to be around. Bro. H. C. Vermilyea has taken up his new duties as agent at Ottawa. We wish to thank Bro. W. J. Jarman for the news he sent in. I want to convey to you all my sincere thanks for your splendid support in re-electing me local chairman and also as delegate to Baltimore. I believe, knowing me as you do, that had the other party won instead of me, I should have stood ready to assist him all in my power. By your expression I shall continue to serve you as I have heretofore, and until I can personally thank you, beg you will accept these lines of appreciation. The meeting called at Mankato on Sunday, March 16th, to select a representative to act on the “safety first” committee, was not a success. On account of the severe cold weather, there were only four members present, and they deemed it advisable that the division superintendent select a representative. Mr. Welch advised me that he had selected me to act on this committee, and would like to have me meet with the balance of the committee at his office at 1 p. m. on Saturday, March zzd. .This committee is composed of a representative from each class of labor on our division — there were twenty-four in number. The object, as the name implies — “safety first" — is to further promote safty, not alone to property, but to life and limb. Each committeeman has his line of work to perform, each employe has a duty to perforin towards reporting and recommending im- provements whereby “safety first” can be improved on. While in itself this is a broad subject, and much time and pains could be taken in explaining it, we feel that as the new organization progresses it will be apparent to you that these little features, such as reporting things that come under your observation to your committeeman, will not be understood as “tale-telling,” for such they can not or will ndt be treated, but an observation ex- pressed by you may be the means of saving a life or personal injury to others which will greatly repay you for the trouble you have taken in re- porting it, and you will not be criticised for mak- ing this report, neither can the other party be criticised for conditions that you have detected. In order that you may more clearly see the points which are to be brought out, or which are desired, let us take with the telegraphers the hazardous method of delivering a “19” train order, or mes- sages to moving trains. I have always felt that Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 585 there surely must be a remedy to this duty, but was loath to recommend anything, for fear of pos- sible criticism. This point will be brought up and thoroughly discussed at the next meeting, with a recommendation that the company furnish “hoops'* at every station for this purpose. Such little things as this is what are desired to bring before this committee, with recommendation how to act and the remedy. You will confer a favor by bringing these things to my notice (as your present representative), so they may be brought before the “safety first” committee and acted on. It should not be understood that the requirements of you are confined to your duty as a telegrapher, for such is not the case. You may possibly ob- serve a defective draw-bar toe? close to the track, an out building or coal shed, or something of this nature, so close to the track that it becomes dan- gerous to employes, the handling of a block, the handling of train orders, anything that you might feel would come properly under these heads. It is not absolutely necessary to even sign these re- ports, should you not care to have your name known, but 4he committee wants you to feel free to make your report and not feel that you are reporting your brother or that you will be taken to account for the report. As this further devel- ops itself we will be in a better position to better disclose its progress, and those in attendance felt that it was a step in the right direction. Fraternally, D. O. Tenney, Local Chairman. Northern District — Bros. Bill O’Shaughnessy and L. L. Williams, from Hawthorne, called on Bro. Bartosic, of Cum- berland, -and gave us a call on the way back. It sure did us good to see them again. The Posternock brothers took in the sights at Superior recently. Local Chairman W. S. Steiner, Barronett, and wife, visited his old home at Elkmound recently. Expect Bill had some awful stories to tell his friends on the east end concerning his hard run for office this year. He was relieved by Bro. Pat- terson, and he on third by James Parent, a new man, who later relieved Bro. Wilcox, third Clay- ton, on vacation. Bro. C. C. Hinman drew Birch wood agency. L. E. Knight, of Birchwood, is at Deer Pafk agency pending bulletin. Bro. Swanson, our cartoonist of Clear Lake, is in Florida on a pleasure trip, relieved by Fred Sinclair. Ex-Bro. Ray Sinclair, of Trego, was recently married. We extend our congratulations and well wishes. He will be in line again shortly. Bro. J. Sauleen relieved C. Britcher, Cumber- land third, resigned. E. W. Arnold, second Shell Lake, resigned and returned to his home in Maine, relieved by James Parent, who recently made a trip to his home at Minong. Men seem to be scarce as ever. The boys at Shell Lake had to double one night on second. Bro. G. F. Kromroy and R. G. Ryan, of Solon Springs, have traded tricks to enable Bro. Krom- roy to do a few vaudeville “stunts” . in a home- talent play there. Some class to Bro. Kromroy as an actor. We certainly got a touch of what can be done in this country along the blizzard line on March 14th. Having been recently elected local chairman of this division, I wish to thank the boys for their hearty support and will try to perform the duties of the office to the best of my ability. The Nebraska Division, with but a handful of votes, landed the delegate and alternate to the Grand Division. Watch the elections hereafter, so a smaller division won’t “put it over” on us, and we hope to see the Northern Division represented next time. I hope you will all do your best to help keep the nons weeded out, and give the delinquents no rest until they arc back in the fold. I had the pleasure recently to pass over a part of the line and get acquainted with a few of the brothers, and hope we may be able to meet again in the near future. A few promises from non- members to come in with us more than repaid me for the trouble. W. E. Steiner, Local Chairman. There is one consolation in being defeated — the defeated candidate never has to make a speech, and if anyone has the nerve to interview him after the smoke has cleared away, he can either tell him that his friends threw him down or hit him in the jaw. I, as the defeated candidate for alter- nate, want to say in defense that I believe if I had only had a better running mate I would have won out. The next time I figure on getting my name on the Prohibition ticket. Div. Cor. Kansas City Southern Ry. Bro. Beecroft is very busy in “HYT” relay office and has requested us to send in a few items. Bro. Clark, first trick dispatcher is on vacation relieved by Bro. McPhee, relieved by Bro. Bee- croft. Bro. Wolf, De Queen first (yard), drew “HV” nights, vice Bro. KT, resigned. Mr. Roberts and Mr. Moore, first and second, refuse to take out cards when the agent they work under at “WA” has an up to date. If we get a raise they will not hesitate to accept it. Redland has wire 23 cut in and copies an order once in awhile, hustles freight, express, baggage, etc., for $30 per month. Our division is almost solid, but we must keep after the nons as it takes solidity to get results. We all have a glad word for the nons, but time and patience wear out sometimes and it is about time they kept their promises and get in line. Bro. Hall, extra man, is one of our hard workers. We regret to learn that he is ill at his home at Siloam Springs and wish him speedy re- covery. Digitized by c.ooole

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586 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Cope, while off a few days owing to sick- ness, was relieved by Mr. Gamble, now on south end. Bro. Winn whose home is at “BN” is on third there pending bulletin. Bro. Wilson, “FI,” is on vacation r relieved by Bro. Storey, relieved by Bro. Rogers with Mr. Peterson on third. Rich Mountain has had one man taken off and first “YD” was abolished, the Western Union man at De Queen union station assuming the duties of that position. Boys, drop us what few items you can so we can have a good write-up each month. We would like to hear from the boys on the first district, send in the changes. The agent at Noel, Mo., bid in Drexel. We note with pleasure the interesting write-up Bro. L. L. Wood, our secretary, gave us recently in The Joplin Unionist, and are watching earnestly for future items from his pen which are well worth reading. Bro. Wood looks at the situation correctly and all the agents and operators should watch for his items entitled “Doings of a Station Agent.” Certs. 301 and 204, Act g Cor. Union Pacific R. R. Nebraka Division, First and Second Districts — The terrible storm at Omaha on March 23d seriously affected former Bro. H. E. Race, wire chief in Omaha General Office and Bro. Jimmy Freeder, the efficient secretary and most popular member of the Omaha R. R. Telegraphers’ Club. Bro. Freeder lived where the storm was heaviest and what was not blown away caught fire and burnt up. Fortunately none of his family were hurt but were left with no possessions except what was on their backs. Appropriate subscrip- tions are now on the way to justify us all in the claim often made that it really means something to be a member of the Order. Our sympathy goes out to all and we are subscribing to the General Relief Fund, but we have taken a solemn obliga- tion to help our needy brother in such times and we are going to do it. It is a pleasure to show by works that our often voiced principles are not idle “bids” for members. Bro. Freeder was unfortunately uninsured and not a member of any other fraternal organization to which he can look for aid, now that he is homeless, with the thermometer at zero and inches of snow on the ground. Bro. LeGate, at Yutan, was narrowly missed by half a block by the same storm which hit Omaha. It almost wiped out his town. He has had his share of bad luck the last few years and could afford to be passed up once. It is seldom in Nebraska that a crop is har- vested in March yet we are harvesting a good crop of nons this month, and are now working to put the membership over the 600 mark. After dropping all delinquents February 28th, it will only take 25 new members to do it. That won’t be hard. Can you add one new one to the list? Put us next and we will put him in the sack while you hold him. They are no trouble to hold I assure you. Most of them are willing victims but are subject to “indifference-itis.” Bro. Adolph Vybiral bid in Weston, succeeding C. O. Baird, who got Oconto when Neal went to Platte Center. Bro. A. C. Janzen secured first Valley; B. O. Byrne on second, with W. R. Mills, a new man, on third extra. If he is as good a man as he is an operator, he only needs a card to put him in the A-i class. It is no recommendation to a good man on the Union Pacific to say that he is not a member of the O. R. T. We have too many first-class men who arc members to justify him in the assertion. John Perry, on Schuyler first for several years, is in the Western Union main office at Omaha. Bro. F. E. Fowler, “maid of all work,” in “FR” Omaha, is being relieved by Bro. D. R. Stevens. Under the new schedule you boys can work in “FR” now for six months or less and be entitled to your old job back, or after that if you get bumped you can take your old seniority date back on the line for what it will buy you in case of a vacancy. “FR” and “YD” Omaha, both secured a $2.50 a month benefit by our recent increase, although they are not in the schedule; for they do identi- cally the same work we do. They always help pay the bill's too. The boys in the general office at Omaha are making all allowances for the actions of Bro. Nelson, keeping in mind his recent marriage, and are looking for Bro. J. W. Langley’s honeymoon to end now most any day and land him back on earth. It was especially for the benefit of the Newlyweds that thyty minutes were lopped of the day in that office under the new schedule. Those boys naturally want to be home more than the rest of the old-timers. Bro. D. I. Price secured Keystone, recently opened as a telegraph office, and Mr. Elder from the third secured Rockville. He won’t be in this neighborhood long before we can show him good reasons to be with us. It pays us as well as the company to have intelligent men. Let’s keep up the standard of quality. Bro. J. W. Larson secured Miller agency. Cozad operator now on bulletin. It w'as a shock to learn of the mysterious mur- der of Geo. Hood, at Miller, in February, which has not yet been solved. Hood went delinquent about a year ago and had papers in his possession at the time which were to be filled out that pay- day. Had he been in good standing, he would have left insurance. Let’s let this be a warning to each of us. Bro. F. J. Hansen went from Miller to Rock- ville temporarily. Several men are wanting off as soon as that job is filled. F. R. Frick is spending a few weeks on the Pacific Coast, relieved at Arnold by V. C. Horne, lately promoted. Geo. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 587 ver. Mr. Bush in addition to being a good operator is a good ball player, and has gone to Vancouver to “hit the ball” literally. Docs any one, near a good sized town on some other division, want to trade jobs and seniority? I know a man on the Nebraska who, for good reasons, wants to trade. Drop me a note for particulars. Have you any idea that the increase of ten cents an hour for road overtime will increase the desire forJt? I haven’t but that is little enough to put in an hour of one’s time for. We believe the majority of the men are in favor of keeping the overtime at a minimum. If a high rate will do it, it will be satisfactory to us. The 1913 seniority lists have been distributed to the local chairman. They will lend you one from which to make yourself a copy. The election was pretty lively from the start, until the last ballot for general officers was cast While your former committee was Te-elected I am sure they each feel that we are not the best in the land and surely welcome competition. It should be carried on in a spirit of fairness, how- ever, with everybody voting and let the popular choice be everybody’s. Now, let’s all boost. I accept competition at the proper time, but desire that it all be forgotten now that we unanimously push. Are you on? I understand that, upon the arrival of a Valen- tine in the form of a baby boy at the home of the brother of your general chairman in Bowdle, S. D., last month, that his wife sent him out to the topmost and most precarious branch of the family tree to pluck for it the name I carry around. My excitement over the first incident of that kind in my career (that is known outside of my imme- diate family) made me a little negligent about answering some of your letters promptly, but since hearing that the poor child has resented the cognomen thus thrust upon him by vigorously dis- claiming against it frequently by day and night, I have calmed down again to every-day life and spend my days now hoping that in the future he may be as proud of his uncle as his uncle is now proud of him. Don’t forget the Grand Division Convention in Baltimore, in May. If you have any matter that you want attended to, take it up with your dele- gate at once and we will be glad to give it con- sideration. We also invite your comment, criticism or in- quiries upon the new schedule effective March xst. We are still working for you and hope before the summer is over that we can say we have visited every office on the system. Cert. 217. Nebraska Division, Third and Fourth Districts and North Platte Branch — Bro. T. D. Pyle, of Julesburg, the scribe for the west end of the Nebraska Division, was called home owing to the death of his father at Arling- ton, Ky. I desire to convey to him the condo- lence of the boys of the Nebraska Division in h:s sad bereavement. I had hoped that the division correspondent in the write-up this month would say a lot of nice things about the work of the general com- mittee in Omaha during February. I could easily do so, having been a member of that committee, but I would hardly know when to stop. The officials were fair, honorable, just and courteous. They have talked to us a great deal about cour- tesy in the past and they lived up to their preach- ment. We settled with them on a satisfactory basis in twenty-four days, and we were actually in conference not more than twelve full days. The best of feeling existed every moment We. have a management deserving of the very best there is in us, and as we said in our circular letter, the officials said time and again that their telegraphers and station men had done good* work during the past three years especially, and that they were glad to give us what they did to ma- terially show us that they appreciated our services, and expect us to take renewed interest in every- thing that effects the well-being of the Union Pacific. I believe adverse railroad legislation has gone far enough. Some of that attempted at Lin- coln in the session just closed, such as the Elec- tric Headlight bill, was ridiculous. The time has come when agents and telegraphers who come in contact with the public should tactfully and in a diplomatic manner use their influence to offset this hostile bearing. I see that I have the honor to be your delegate to the Baltimore convention from the west end and Bro. Smith from the east end. I appreciate and thank you for your indorsement. F. B, Elder, “NO” North Platte, bid in Rock- ville agency, relieved by Bro. A. R. Stone, of Grand Island. F. R. Maryott, agent Oshkosh, is being relieve^ by Frank Baer, T. W. Petty relieved. Bro. Waples, agent Brule, on leave was relieved by T. W. Petty. Bro. Adams, alternate delegate to the grand con- vention at Baltimore in May, enjoyed a few days vacation recently. Bro. Duxbury, agent Ogallala, says the duck hunting is fine now. Several of the officials who are sportsmen, including President Mohler, have been enjoying some good shooting thereabouts. Bro. A. O. Paterson, agent Bushnell, is now in Texas recuperating, relieved by Student Keough, from Potter. Bro. Jack Davis, agent Pine Bluffs, off 90 days, was relieved by Bro. Ringoldsby, who was later married. Congratulations. About the swellest little depot you ever saw anywhere for its size is nearing completion at Hillsdale. It is entirely different in architecture and style of any formerly built by the company and Jimmy Golden who presides over the destinies of that station is nearly as proud of it as he is of his baby girl. L. G. Ging. Kansas DixAsion — Members Kansas Division — Since it is impos- sible for me to reach each of you personally to thank you for your vote of confidence at the ■ Digitized by v^ooQle

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588 The Railroad Telegrapher. last election of officers, I desire to take this means of saying to you that I deeply appreciate the al- most unanimous vote given me, and when I remember that my opponent was a man of Bro. Hjalraer’s standing, on the line, I doubly appre- ciate the honor. During the time that I have served as your local chairman I have endeavored at all times to look after the interests of every man, and dur- ing the coming two years I hope to be in even better position to look after your interests than in the past as I feel that the experience gained as your representative during the past revisions better fits me to represent you. I also wish to acknowledge receipt of the many letters of appreciation from you on the new sched- ule, which more than offsets the kicks, which like the poor, arc always with us. And here, I wish to say to you that your appreciation should take the form of increased efficiency at your station; so that the management may have some visible means of judging your appreciation. For the successful conclusion of a revision carrying with it concessions must always in a larger measure rest upon the fair-mindedness of your officials and their willingness to recognize the higher standard of work turned out by you, rather than by any ability your local chairman may have for presenting your requests. I also hope that I may have your support in the coming two years to hold our membership at the present high mark; that I may have the benefit of your suggestions, and last but not least, if you may have any kicks to make, make them direct to me and not to some outsider. As was stated in our circular letter the present pleasant relations existing between the manage- ment and the telegraphers is a source of great pleasure to the committee, and I sincerely hope that should I represent you at another revision, the management may be able to say to us that you have made good and fulfilled the promise made to them by your committee, to give value received by a raise in the standard of work performed. Fraternally yours, Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman. ^ Kansas Division Notes — Bro. A. J. Swick, from Assaria to Tescott regu- lar. Bro. Shaw from Yocemento to Assaria. Bro. O. D. Jones, from Beloit to Culver regular. Bro. Steed resigning to accept position as chief clerk Lawrence. Bro. A. B. Curtis relieving at Beloit. Bro. H. S. Cook, assigned Beloit regu- lar. Bro. A. B. Curtis, relieved Bro. H. D. John- son, Lincoln Center; Bro. Johnson to Topeka third. Bro. O. F. Burton, a new arrival, relieving at Plainvillc, Lucas and other points on west end. Bro. D. Sewell from Plain ville to Wakefield days; Bro. Bowers having resigned. Bro. J. O. Shaw to St. George regular; Bro. Johnson having resigned to try his luck farming. It is now Bro. Condray at Idana and Bro. Graff at Havensvillc. Watch Bros. Maca and Husted line the “LK” up good and solid. It is also Bro. Woodward at Williamstown and Bro. Edgar at Perry. If some one would only start a riot at Wamego and St. Mary and bring the? Thomson-Hcynon combination out of it we w’ould call the main line solid, from Kansas City to Junction City. Bro. Lukes from Perry to Blue Springs extra, relieving Bro. Wade, who has been wrestling with an attack of pneumonia. Relief Agent Bro. Wyatt is at Armstrong until some one bids it in. Evidently $75.00 per there isn’t much of an inducement. Bro. Nickel, oft several days on auditing and ballot committee, relieved at Lucas by Bro. Bur- ton. Bro. Husted, Blaine, who was to have beet* on the auditing committee was tied up on account of snow; Bros. Deighan and Anderson, from Junc- tion City serving in his place. Bro. Deighan, Junction City, off several days account of serious illness of his mother, relieved by M. Tucker, a commercial man. Bro. R. P. Meigs, from Onaga to Abilene regular. Bro. Vaughn, from Abilene to Bonner Springs third. The average rate of pay on the Kansas Divi- sion is now $69.28; for the Nebraska Division. $72.16; the .Colorado, $73.76; the Wyoming. $85.81, and the average for the system $75.95. The entire committee were re-elected and the indications at this time are that Bro.% Smith for general chairman and Bro. Hughey for secretary and treasurer will be the unanimous choice of the committee. We wonder who Bro. Ackerman, president of the Omaha Telegraphers* Club, and Mrs. Acker man, are lavishing their hospitality upon since the general committee left Omaha. For an all- round good time get on the good- side of Joe and the Mrs. And that reminds us, we wonder how the “U” office orchestra is coming out in • its struggle with “Mary Ann McCarty.** And will some one kindly tell us where Bro. Horiskey, the distinguished local chairman from Crow Creek, got all the flowers that were found in room 267 at the Paxton Hotel. Div. Cot. Wyoming Division — Bro. G. J. Kennedy, from the Rock Island, after relieving a few days at Evanston, went to Devil’s Slide, relieving Bro. Paulson, who resigned to accept a position with the cement company at that place. Bro. Ayrest bid in third Carter, relieving Bro. Piers, who went to Spring Valley third. Mr. Wheadon, third Morgan, while in Ogden undergoing an operation, was relieved by Mr. Cain. Bro. Sawyer and Mr. AUoway are on second and third Evanston pending bulletin. Bro. A. P. Ridge is acting agent at Park City pending bulletin. A new depot is being erected at Echo. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 589 Make any complaints you have to Horiskey. He may be able to explain points which you are in the dark on. . Bro. Hill's smiling countenance and red head are again in evidence at “CY” Cheyenne after forty days’ leave, acting as assistant chief clerk in the Wyoming senate. Sister Coughlan and Bro. F. Chilton assigned second and third Red Desert respectively; Bro. O. Hill assigned third Rawlins. James Locke, from the Santa Fe dispatcher’s office, Chanute, Kan., was on third Red Desert temporarily. The Sixth District is solid again. The tele- phones are now in service there. Bro. Elder, third Wams’utter, while visiting at Hastings, Neb., was relieved by J. Bradac. Bro. Horton and family, of Tipton, recently spent the day with Sister Coughlan at Table Rock. Bro. Toohey, from the C. R. I. & P.» relieved Bro. Rogers, second Hermosa, and Sister Toohey, also from the R. I., relieved Mr. Gavin, third Rock River, who went to California. Bro. Pierce, who relieved Bro. Horiskey at Cheyenne, while serving on the committee at Omaha, later relieved Bro. Ballinger, third Buford, resigned. Bro. P. Malcott, from the D. S. S. & A-, has been transferred to Division 6. It is now Bros. Akers and Mitchell at Black Buttes. Bro. Akers also represents a reliable clothing firm and solicits your spring orders. A list of the nons is being compiled, and those who do not come across in a reasonable length of time may see their name in the journal under the heading of “No card, no favors." Bro. Ammons, of Bitter Creek, recently pur- chased a pair of pants which proved to be pocket- less. Rather appropriate for an operator. The assistance of those who furnished notes this month is greatly appreciated. Come again. We wish to call the attention of the membership on other roads to the fair-mindedness of our offi- i cials in granting us a schedule with salary increases of $2.50 to $7.50 per month, shorter hours, better overtime, etc., and suggest that the Union Pacific be remembered when routing passengers and freight. * We also insist that members of Division 6 route their business over fair roads, and give the unfair ones exactly what they give us — “nothing." Bro. Mayton, from the Frisco, on third Sherman, and Bro. Burdick, from the I’enna., on second Hermosa pending bulletin. The bill introduced at the twelfth session of Wyoming Legislature by Representative Bro. F. C. Hunter, representative from Carbon County, providing for regulating of bonding companies, similar to the law recently passed in Georgia, passed the House and Senate, but was vetoed by Governor Carey, who states: “I have made in- quiries as to the purposes and objects of the bill and no good reason has been given me why it should become a law. It does appear that it would result in bringing about controversies between employers and employes, which could produce no good to anyone." Representative Hunter and State Auditor Forsythe, both members of this division, worked hard for the bill, and naturally feel very much disappointed that it should be vetoed. Should Governor Carey be a candidate for re-election, he will probably learn that tfee station agents and telegraphers, together with their many friends in Wyoming, have “no good reason" for supporting him. Div. Con. D. P. District — Bro. W. J. Rodell, from the M. P., is on third St. Vrains, vice Mr. Easter, who relieved Bro. Cadman, resigned to look his homestead over. Mr. Easter later relieved Bro. Marshall while off sick, being operated on at Denver. Mr. Easter was relieved at Dover nights by Mr. Noon, from Fred- erick. Bro. Lockman, our local chairman, while on committee work at Omaha, was relieved by Bro. Wynn, third Brighton, relieved by Bro. Hannon, who bid in third Speer, and was relieved by Bro. Dougherty, relieved on second Ft. Morgan by Bro. Spires, from third Speer, until bid in by Bro. G. W. Thompson. Dent made a two-man office, with Bros. Walt and Gibbs on the job, Bro. Agee going to Denver. It is now Bro. Frank Vcneri on second Merino, and Bro. Paxton, Grainfield nights. Bro. J. A. Black, from the D. & R. G-, is re- lieving Bro. Whitney on first Sterling, visiting with friends and relatives in Kansas. Bro Henry, second Sterling, was down with la grippe several days. K. P. District — Bro. C. A. Spires relieved Bro. Maben on first Hugo, a few days. The boys are anxiously awaiting the latest from our committee in Omaha. We understand the telegraphers at Sharon Springs all get a raise of $5 each, and that the agent was raised to $75 per month. Let’s keep after the nons. They arc blocking our endeavors to secure more pay and better work- ing conditions. We want a solid line-up. That helps a committee more than anything else. Also show the company by our attention to our duties that as union men we have a standard to live up to, which is a guarantee that our employers will get the best service it is possible to render. L. C. Duenweg, Agate, Col. Canadian Pacific Ry. Alberta Division — Bro. Trickey has returned and bid in Bedding- ton days. He was relieved while on leave by Bro. Lamb. Bro. Wilkinson, from Castor nights, is now at Beddington nights. The writer while away was struck by the way other union men were living up to their union principles by buying only union-made goods. 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590 The Railroad Telegrapher. chant will get union-made cigars and tobacco and clothing, etc., if you demand it. Bro. Williams relieved Bro. McGhee, agent Dids- bury, a few days. The long, cold winter is drawing to a close and we are glad to see the warm weather coming. We should all make it our business to get the new men in line. They will readily join if gone after in the proper way. Send your news to Bro. Rutledge at Stettler, and see our division represented every month. We had the pleasure of meeting B*o. Finkle at Innisfail recently. His hearty hand-shake makes one glad to have such men on the line. Don't fly off the handle if the officials cut out holidays. Stick to the Order and get what you are after. Bro. Trickey had a pleasant visit with Bro. Elliott recently at Federal. He has a large gopher farm there. Bro. E. J. Taylor bid in Strathcona agency. Daysland won't seem the same without “ED." Bro. A. J. Farley is there pending bulletin. Bro. A. G. Fox, agent Stettler, is out again after a month in the hospital. Bro. D. F. Green is at* Stettler days, vice J. J. McGrath, transferred to Saskatchewan Division. Bro. Thoroughraan is moving into the new sta- tion at Veteran. Bro. I. Lamb will move into the ivcwly-opened station at Consort on his return from a lay-off, relieved at Coronation agency by Bro. A. J. Taylor, who bid it in. Bro. Moore, of Erskine, takes the agency at Castor vacated by Bro. Taylor, who has just returned from a long visit to the coast. J. R. Lane, our new chief dispatcher, has been on this division a good many years, and is well known to most of the boys. He will be able to count on a first-class service all around. F. S. T. and Div. Cor., Cert. 692. Port Arthur Line — Bro. R. W. Bachus, Buda, who went to Fort William to see a doctor, was relieved by Mr. Blair, English nights. Bro. J. H. Hotham bid in North Transcona days; Bro. Gelzer, Kenora to Upsala nights, vice Bro. E. A. Cannon, to Upsala days until bid in by Bro. Quirt. Wbitemouth opened nights by Bro. Gelzer, re- lieved at Upsala by Bro. Quirt. Bro. C. W. Hofford, Buda days, on two months' vacation, was relieved by Bro. Bachus, nights, who was relieved by Bro. E. E. Houle, later relieved by E. T. McCormick, now traveling for the American Tobacco Co., relieved by Bro. Gelzer, who later went to Kenora yard first while Bro. H. L. Sharpe was at the dispatcher’s office. Mr. O’Neil then went to Buda nights. Bro. Enright, Finmark, was burned out the latter part of February and lost all of his personal belongings. He has our heartfelt sympathy. He was relieved by B. R. T. Woods while sick. Bro. Guay, Murillo nights, bid in Pine days, relieved by Mr. Lachapelle. Kam is closed, vice Bro. Woods. Bro. Withrow, Dryden days, sick with la grippe, and Bro. Campbell had to work jobs. Bro. C. Wilson, promoted to Scovil nights. Bro. H. F. Taylor, of Norcan, has gone East on holidays for a month. ' Bro. Galvin, of Moose Nose, is now at Oak Bank nights. During the blockade on the Lake Superior Divi- sion freight traffic was diverted via the “Soo Line,” but it did not affect the local way-freight on Kenora sub., where the agents are anxious to get their assistants back, as work is just as heavy as at any other time of the year. We hope the new chief dispatcher will see to this. Our old chief, A. H. Mansfield, has taken a sim- ilar position at Brandon, relieved by R. Douglas. Bro. Cloutier and wife, of *Whitemouth, and Bro. Ralph and wife, of Vermilion, recently spent several days in Winnipeg. Congratulations to Bro. Campbell on his re- election as local chairman by acclamation and on his election to the biennial convention as delegate. Bro. Kilpatrick, of Dinorwic, was presented with a pet dog by his lady friends at Lac du Bonnet recently. Mr. Loucks bid in Whitemouth. Boys, whenever you have any news don’t forget to let me have it by the 20th, so I can get our write-up in on time. Cert. 765. Saskatchewan Division, District One — Bro. Mayhew bid in Indian Head nights, and Bro. Brown Stalwart agency. It’s rumored he is thinking seriously of doubling up. Bro. Neil Zinger bid in third “RG.” The right man in the right place. Bros. Eaton and Foy have been appointed as representatives for the telegraphers and linemen to the “Safety First” Committee for this district. This is an A-i movement and should be given great support by all. . Bro. H. N. . Morin is relieving Bro. Jacques at Kisbey. Bro. Wm. Bell, who relieved Bro. H. G. Palmer at Khedive a few days, is now relieving Bro. Campbell at Young, on holidays. Dispatcher R. S. Smart, while in Winnipeg a few days, was relieved on the main line by Bro. D. F. Bond, relieved by J. J. McGrath. Dispatcher Geo. Hillier is now away on his holidays. It is rumored around Regina that he will join the “benedicts.” £ert. 434. New York Central & Hudson River R. R. Putnam Division — A meeting of this division was held at Elmsford 011 March iSth, with the usual attendance. These meetings are the places to go, boys, and register your kick, get enlightened on what is going on, etc. H. A. Spring, a new man, assigned second Van Cortlandt Park tower. Mr. Crowley, second Elmsford, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. Keating pending bids; none re- ceived; assigned to W. C. Applegate. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 591 We all extend hearty congratulation* to Bro. and Mrs. J. H. Ingham, although the announce- ment comes late. Bro. Strever, second Millwood, and Bro. Ing- ham, who formed a company for unloading coal there, after the first week's business went into the hands of receivers. Mr. Brown, agent Yorktown Heights, bid in first there. Yorktown Heights agency has not yet been advertised. Bro. Tuttle is still on the new job. Bro. Wall relieved Bro. McMahon, agent Car- mel, for the first of the 1913 vacations. Bro. McMahon has moved to Mahopac. Bro. Bird, agent Croton Lake, has resigned. “Boomer.” Hudson Division — Our new local chairman, Bro. F. P. Fralcigh, will make a good one if the boys will only stick by him. Bro. Fraleigh goes to the convention at Baltimore, with Bro. A. A. Smith as alternate. We are very much grieved to learn of the death of Bro. M. Smith, agent at Schodack, an old and highly-respected member of our Order, and the whole family have our deepest sympathy. Bro. F. B. Smith is covering the agency there. Local Chairman Fraleigh and General Chairman Morey, in New York March aad on business, at- tended the Electric Division meeting at 125th street that night, and had a most delightful time. Bro. Bassett has returned to Tivoli, after his leave of absence. Bro. Sutherland, relief agent, is now at Osca- wana station. Mr. Poplet covered first “BU” while Bro. Fra- leigh went over that road getting new members. The committee will soon be going in. Keep after the nons and don't forget to send in the news. I did not get any notes this month. A. A. S., Div. Cor. Buffalo Division — Bro. J. T. Farrell was elected local chairman of this division by a majority of eleven votes over Bro. O. A. Siehl. We hope that as soon as the firemen come to sproe satisfactory settlement the management will meet our committee. Bro. J. C. McLaughlin, second S. S. 65, was relieved by Bro. J. H. Ricker, Mr. Langford fill- ing in at 6x-A. J. P. Currie relieved Bro. P. Furmidge, third S. S. “Erie 2,” filled in on second, and also re- lieved Bro. F. J. Rhoades at L. L. Bro. C. Steigman, third S. S. “H,” off ten days owing to illness, ~ relieved by Bro. C. Sanford, second, and he by Bro. J. S. Grice. Mr. Lang- ford is on second S. S. “F.” Bro. B. T. Wilson, first S. S. “Erie 3,” re- signed, now with the Buffalo Bolt Works at North Tonawanda, relieved by J. G. Malouf on bid. Bro. Ashenback, second “Eric 2,” on sixty days’ leave, trying his hand in the maintaining gang at North Tonawanda, relieved by T. A. Cruise. J. Ennis, tower A Lockport, bid in LaSalle agency. F. A. Imson to S. S. “B” second. Bro. F. Bishop has returned, after thirty days’ absence, to S. S. “C.” Bro. G. H. Vallett, off a few tricks at S. S. “B.” relieved by A. Ganskow. Bro. II. A. Seeley, S. S. 47, who went to Los Angeles, Cal., and J. F. Sautter, first S. S. “C,” who went to San Gabriel, Cal., last fall, have resigned, and will remain there. Cert. 710. West Shore R. R. Division — Bro. Henderson, second Fultonvillc, while off with the mumps, was relieved by Bro. Lee, relief agent. Bro. Reardon was at “CA” nights, vice Bro. Station, on vacation. Bro. Ayres, third Indian Castle, off sick, Bro. Haight relieving. Bro. George Crasley and wife have returned from sight-seeing on the coast. The phones are to be put in service about May ist, with three new dispatchers. Bro. Brewster, first Amsterdam, and Bro. Harter, first S. 24, are in line for promotion. Good news. Bro. Lawson bid in first S. S. 26, relieved by. Bro. Garry on first S. S. 20, on bid, and he by Bro. Sutherland on first S. S. 19. Let’s get the committee after the officials, and have Amsterdam, Fultonville, Canajoharie and South Little Falls put on an eight hour basis. Get after the nons. They can afford to get an up-to-date as well as we can. Names, addresses and reasons for not joining furnished upon appli- cation to undersigned. Don’t forget our motto: “No card, no favors.' Cert. 2436. * Ontario Division , West of Oswego — Mr. Sharer, from Ransomville, bid in Webster. Bro. Hewitt retired to farming. We are sorry to lose him. Our new brother, Jones, is at North River. Telegrapher Brown, clerk from Oswego freight office, is now helper at Fruitland. Relief Agent O’Brien recently relieved the agent and operator at Williamson a few days. The boys at Williamson and the new agent at Webster should get up to date. “No card, no favors.” Morton agency is up for bids, a temporary va- cancy. I wish all the members west of Oswego would mail me, as soon as convenient, their names and certificate numbers opposite, so that I may know just who are up to date. It is impossible for me to get over the division and see each man per- sonally. I also would appreciate it very much if each brother would advise me of all changes they know of by the twentieth of each month. Then we can have a nice write-up every month. I have no other way of learning the changes. Digitized by v^ooQle

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592 The Railroad Telegrapher. Our general committee is to meet the manage- ment as soon as matters have been settled with the firemen, who got in ahead of us. Bro. C. C. Brewster, first at Philadelphia, N. Y., died at Wolcott on March 14th, leaving a wife and one daughter. He was formerly at Water- town Jet. and in the dispatcher’s office at Water- town, and also worked at Wolcott and other points on this division. He could not become a mem- ber of the mutual benefit department on account of his health. I wish all the brothers would write Mrs. Brewster a word of sympathy. 1 know it would be greatly appreciated. Get after the nons and mail their applications to Local Chairman Bidwell at Wolcott. He will do the rest. Div. Cor. Harlem Division — Bro. Rubin visited friends in New Haven re- cently. Mr. . O’Brien got three days and the train bag- gageman a reprimand for letting a safe fall from a baggage car to the platform and coming in con- tact with the third rail. “CO” up for bids, $62.50; Bro. Marion resigned. Mr. Birchard awarded “BK” second; Mr. Moore resigned. , Bro. Brower has accepted a position as stenog- rapher in the superintendent’s office. We all wish him success. Pass your journal along and let the nons see what’s going on. Remember, “No card, no favors,” when that confirmed non working with you or at the next station asks you to put yourself out to accom- modate him. Teach the “hardshells” and “knock- ers” that our favors are for our friends. Not a scratch from any brother south of “BV” this month. Send in the items for “BV” and help me out. Don’t forget the meeting every second Wednes- day morning and fourth Saturday evening at Twelfth, near Bank building, Lexington, corner East 125th street. You are the loser if you don’t attend. “CE,” Div. Cor. Electric Division — The car department in general has been ad- vised of a general increase of approximately four per cent. While conversing with a non recently, he said: “That won’t include us; ‘we’ will get ours with the new schedule.’* I asked him who the “we” were, but he had to catch his train, which had already started. Circular No. 103 says, “Agents failing to an- swer the Western Union wire promptly,” etc. I am going to have it extended to the baggage room and freight house on the loop “scheme.” Bro. Long, an old-timer from the New Haven, contemplates working on the Electric or Harlem Divisions. Bro. Herschficld is trying the strong-arm job at Hartsdale, smashing trunks, one-day limit. Bro. Collins took “BP” for a tour through the shady lanes of Bronxville and “RO” recently, stopping at the Gramatan for dinner. Bro. Berrin, first “WM,” has moved from “NY." Bro. Rubin makes one trip a week to “NY” for his health. He is improving rapidly. Bro. Brower has accepted a position as clerk in Superintendent Wilson’s office, resigning as assistant “WY.” Bro. Fennessey is hot-foot after the nons, trying hard to capture the three where he resides. Floyd Birchard, son of “Mr.” Birchard, the “wireless expert” at “NW” first, has been awarded “BK” second. Both hold up to dates in the Wakefield Sunday school. Why not in the O. R. T. ? “Boomer.” CARD OF THANKS. Mr. L. W. Quick and Members O. R. T.: The family of the late Arthur F. Rafter wish to thank the O. R. T. for the payment of insurance policy and also for the flowers sent at the time of our loss. Sincerely, K. M. Rafter. CARD OF THANKS. I wish to thank the brothers, through the jour- nal, for the kindness, many favors and beautiful flotal offering at the time of my wife’s death, all of which are very greatly appreciated. It is a great comfort at this time to know you have such friends. C. F. Zimmerman, Cert. 1351. Norfolk & Western Ry. Norfolk Division — Having been elected local chairman of this divi- sion, I wish to sincerely thank the brothers for their support, and trust that every member on the division will aid me in properly discharging the duties of the position. When you are dis- criminated against in any way, I will be glad to be taken into your confidence and try to right any wrong that has been inflicted on you through a violation of our agreement. I have been told of discrimination against some of our members in payment of overtime in connection with special calls. Now, brothers, if you do not write me when you are unjustly treated, I will have no way of knowing of the discrimination. If all the boys will help me out, we will have the membership on this division working in har- mony in a few months, and when your general committee meets again next fall I am confident that this division will show as loyal a membership as can be found in this country. It has been my aim at all times to promote harmony and good feeling among our brothers, and do all I could to discourage “knockers” and peace disturbers. So, brothers, let all of us be frank with each other, especially with your local chairman. Do not kick outside your organization, thereby creat- ing the impression with other railroad organiza- tions that you have an inefficient set of officers. Digitized by u.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 593 Get together, brothers, and let us cut down the non list on this division, and drink (ice water) to the health and good fellowship of each other. Drop me any locals of interest. Fraternally, Geo. C. Caban iss, Local Chairman. Norfolk Division Notes — Bro. Wallace, of the dispatcher’s office, bid in third Farmville, and Bro. Ellington bid in sec- ond Rougemont. S. B. Davis, second Farmville, took in the inauguration, relieved by Bro. Cushwa. Sister F. B. Fitzgerald, first Moran, off several months, relieved by Bro. R. Herring, with Bro. Fitzgerald on second and Bro. Craig op third. Bro. Roger O. Walker is relieving Bro. R. J. Wells, third Possum, awhile. Ex-Bro. Farrar goes to Tuggle third, Bro. Leet, of Yadkin second, on east end, relieving him cn James second on bid, so he can be at home. Congratulations. Bro. Carroll, Tuggle third, bid in second High Bridge. Bro. C. M. Payne, we are glad to hear, has been reinstated and is back on High Bridge first. . Bro. Heath, first “OA” tower Estes, while off to be operated on, is being relieved by Bro. Ter- rien, extra. Bro. Terrien made his debut as an orator at New Bohemia, speaking at an entertainment given by the school league, of which he is a member. There is some talk of Appomattox being cut back in as a three-man job. There are many conjectures as to how double tracking over High Bridge is going to be done. There is a “regular city” down there now. Labor- ers and surveyors are arriving daily. I wish the brothers would take a little more interest in this work, so that wc may have a good write-up every month. Div. Co*. Norfolk Divison East of Crewe — There is plenty of work for the extra men. Take your vacation early, boys, and avoid the rush. Brothers, get after the nons floating around without a card. One of them was recently dis- charged for sleeping on duty. “A word to the wise is sufficient.” Take the hint, brothers, and keep your eyes open. Bro. Elam is back from his bridal tour. He is being relieved by Bro. D. T. Terrien. Bro. Woodruff violated the eight-hour law re- cently by holding hands with one of the fair sex after hours. Div. Co*. Michigan Central R. R. Telegraphers are scarce on this road now, and it is almost impossible to get a leave of absence. We would like to sec a few good, steady men come to this road from some of the non-scheduled roads and from some of the surrounding roads where poor schedules exist and thereby help them- selves and show the other fellows that they must come up on their schedules. Night Ticket Agent Jones, at Niles, off a few days on account of his father’s death, was re- lieved by soon-to-be Bro. Lindsey, who also re- lieved Bro> Culkins, general chairman, first Albion tower, while in Detroit on committee business. Lindsey later relieved Bro. Rosenbrook at Onon- daga, several days, and then went to Pinconning nights. Bro. Martin, at Barron Lake, was off a few days with an injured foot, and his office had to be closed, owing to scarcity of men. Bros. Wholihan and Cavanagh have moved to Jackson. About thirty-five attended the meeting there on March ist, including several agents, dis- patchers and towermen. The attendance from the main line was very small. Would like to see you brothers all there. It’s worth the sleep you lose going home to hear the speeches. Bro. Bo^lan, agent Concord, off sick a few days, was relieved by Bro. Nowlin, who just re- ported for work after being off several weeks on account of being accidentally shot in the leg while hunting. Later Bro. Kitchen, who bid in Findley agent-telegrapher position, relieved him, and he went on his own trick. Bro. Kilbern went, to Charlotte second nights, vacated by Bro. Kitchen, relieved by Bro. Sears on second Marshall nights until regular man assigned. Bro. Hubbard, who later bid it in, re- turned to Hastings as night ticket agent and bag- gageman, and Bro. Palmer, Augusta nights, then bid it in. Bro. Morse has returned to first Battle Creek nights from his vacation South and in California. He and Mrs. Morse had a fine trip. , Mr. Douglas, extra “SF” Jackson, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. H. C. Fitch, returned to the road recently and now on night report there. Bro. Cummins is relieving Bro. O’Hearn, second main line, and Bro. Carter is relieving the dis- patchers on their one-day vacations. Bro. Wicks recently relieved Bro. Case, Air Line days. Bro. Wicks’ wife is seriously ill from a recent opera- tion. We hope for her speedy recovery. Bro. Northrop, second nights Niles, while at- tending a funeral, was relieved by Bro. Sears. Augusta, 3 p. m. to midnight, i9 now up for bids, paying $55. The salary there is a little lower than some such jobs on account of its being overlooked in the last schedule proceedings. Bro. Steve Wholihan, agent Augusta, while off sick, was relieved by Bro. Palmer, and he on nights by O. E. Smith, later relieved, owing to illness, by Bro. Scars. Bro. Taplcy was on Marshall second night hours during transfers. Bro. Kitchen bid in Leonidas when Bro. Chap- man went to Fabius, and Bro. Gillett bid in Find- ley. Bro. Chapman was unable to secure a house at Fabius and is living at Three Rivers. Bro. Doc Strofield, agent at Snyder for many years, who died recently, was well known and liked by all who knew him, and we all mourn his loss. The agent at Comstock bid in Snyders, and Comstock is bulletined. Digitized by Google

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594 The Railroad Telegrapher. Second night hours at Niles have been changed from i a. m. to 10 a. m. back to 12 midnight and 9 a. m. Figures have been submitted to the gen- eral superintendent for approval for an addition to the main building for a telegraph office on the ground floor there. You 12-hour brothers, be sure to get in your applications for relief this month, to insure your getting paid if not relieved. The present schedule states that you must apply for relief, or you will not be allowed pay in lieu of vacation. Please 'send in a few items for the write-up. We can always have a good one if you will drop us a line when you have any news. “JTN.” West Diznsion — I sometimes wonder if the prefix “Mr.” is in- tended as respect or pity for those poor habitual drones who, month after month, and year after year, are sucking the honey from the hive of progress built and filled by the many workers and supporters of the organization. What a world of privation and starvation this would be if we depended upon the efforts of these non-progressive drones to' advance the cause from which they now draw their subsistence, instead of being fed by their fellow workmen while their consciences remain as tough as the hide of a rhinoceros, not permitting even the sting of shame to penetrate them. The writer, personally, has a feeling of sympa- thy for them, for I believe their consciences will yet come to life and enable them to see that they have never done anything to promote the welfare of their profession. They can not expect to be treated with any consideration when they place themselves in such a position among their craft. How can they look a fellow-worker in the face or speak to him without a blush of shame after all these years they have been feeding out of his hand. If we were all of the same warped and selfish disposition as they, what would we teleg- raphers be doing now. I hope these habitual nons will soon be con- vinced that they have been wrong in withholding their financial support from those who have been and are today working to better their conditions, and hand- in, with an application blank, the very small amount necessary for a card out of the many dollars the O. R. T. has been handing them each year, thereby regaining the respect of their fellowmen. Bro. Findle, a new addition to No. 16, relieved Bro. Palmer at Glendora agency, who bid in Frankfort agency. Mr. Tone bid in Michigan City nights. Mr. Bradford, who will soon be with us, re- lieved Mr. Herrington, first St. Joe, who bid in second “KD” Kensington, and later resigned. Mr. Hershey is on third Joliet, recently opened. Bro. Brockmiller, agent Porter, has resigned, relieved on bid by Mr. Glover, and he on first Galien on bid by Bro. Carlson, third being filled by Mr. Cripe, a new man. Bro. Borsos, Mackinaw Division, bid in second “KD” Kensington, which raises the purity of that office to 66 2-3 per cent Mr. Ward has gone to second New Buffalo. Bro. Van Riper, third “KD,” off several days with a sprained ankle, was re- lieved by Mr. Parker. Bro. Perkey was re-elected local chairman by acclamation, a very decided expression of our appreciation and approval of his past work. Our dispatchers are all on their regular tricks again, having abandoned their tours on the ob- servation car of the way freight until the return of the balmy days. We will be glad to see them out again, as they are all of the right kind, from chief down. Cert. 457. Saginaw and Mackinaw Divisions — Mr. Sherrard relieved Bro. Hill, second Zil- waukee, while he was relieving Bro. Nowak at Henderson, off a week on account of sickness. Bro. Hill later relieved Bro. R. B. Van Scoter at Zilwaukee, while off on account of sickness and death of his mother at Concord. Bro. Porter ‘was relieved by Mr. Jones on third Saginaw Gen Ave., while relieving at “DI” Bay City, Mr. Price going to Mason second. Mr. Jones later went to second St Charles. Bro. Flood, of Wenona, is relieving at “DI” Bay City while the extra dispatchers were relieving the regulars. Bro. Higgins, second Wolverine, bid in first Lansing. Bro. Dorriel, first Gaylor, bid in second Lansing, and Bro. Burwcll, out of the service several months, bid in first Rives Jet. Bro. Thoms, relief agent, was relieving at Leslie recently, Bro. Clements taking in the sights around Port Huron. Bro. R. R. Smith has moved in his new house. The heavy wind storm March 21st did lots of damage to wires and delayed trains on all divisions. Will qome of the boys on the north end please send in a few items each month? Bro. Pettit, at Saginaw Gen Ave., expects to take another trip to Boston as soon as he can get relieved. Bros. Wescott and DeWaters are now with the G. T. at Saginaw and Detroit. Bro. C. R. Cady, our local chairman, has been appointed ticket agent at Lansing, having been at that station for the last thirteen years. We con- gratulate him upon his advancement and wish him success. Bro. C. R. Cady has made a whirlwind record for bringing in the nons, nearly making the Saginaw and Mackinaw Divisions solid. We are sorry to lose him as our local chairman. Bro. Kendrick, of the L. S. & M. S., is relieving on second Lansing until Bro. Dorriel], who bid it in, gets settled. Bro. S. B. Cook, of the D. & M., was on third Lansing while Bro. G. H. Wagner was working first, and spent ten days with his folks at Detroit and Saginaw. Bro. Dr. C. H. Swan, of Cassopolis, pai<J the Lansing boys a few hours’, visit recently. W. B. Davis, of the G. T., went to second “DX” one day and then resigned. Too much of a roast for him. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 595 Bro. Ramsey, of Sterling, is relieving at Lake Orion. He would like to spend the summer there. Extra Dispatcher Bro. Geo Stokes, who has been dispatching D. & M. trains on second East Tawas for a month, has taken his place in line again on the old M. C. Waters opened as a three-trick office owing to heavy traffic, later closed as a night office, owing to the scarcity of men. Bro. S. B. Cook, second Waters, has gone to St. Louis, Mich., on account of the death of his father. Bro. R. Stokes, third Waters, relieved Bro. Redding, Frederic days, while off sick. Don't forget those few nons on the north end who are on the wrong side of the fence. If you need any assistance we will gladly help you boost them over. “The Boys." Pennsylvania Lines East. Baltimore Division — The joint meeting held at the Y. M. C. A. building, Baltimore, Md., on Tuesday, March 18th, was a hummer. Bro. H. B. Perham, president of the Order, made the principal address of the evening. His remarks were enlightening to all* showing us what progress the organization was making over the country, and were very much enjoyed. The other speakers were Bro. J. F. Miller, gen- eral chairman, and Bro. G. E. Nightingale, general secretary and treasurer P. R. R.; Bro. W. E. Frasher, general secretary and treasurer B. & O. ; Bros. T. E. Fidler and T. W. Truitt, members of P. R. R. general committee, and Bros. C. B. Pierce, D. J. McGrath and F. F. Sullivan, of the B & O. committee. We hope to arrange these joint meet- ings oftener in the future, and get together and discuss matters of interest to us all. All our members on this division, with two or three exceptions, have paid up their dues. This is the way to assist in reaching the goal — each doing his little part. Our worthy brother, Josiah Besbore, of Cly, Pa., died very suddenly recently, and Bro. J. E. Smith, of York, Pa., lost his wife. We extend our sympahty to the bereaved ones. Bro. R. E. Lloyd has been ill for some time but is back at his post again. A few of the men on our division were affected by the increase given the past month. Keep at it, boys, we will eventually get what is coming to us if we stand up like men. The convention committee have about completed plans for the entertainment of the delegates and friends who will be here during the convention. All should take advantage of the opportunity and visit the Grand Division at least once during the sessions. It will give you a chance to meet rep- resentatives from all over the country and learn the conditions on other roads. If you have not contributed yet you should do so at once and thereby enable the committee to give the best possible entertainment. Several changes have taken place during the past month on the division on account of the death of Bro. Beshore. Look after the new men going out on the divi- sion and see that they have a card. “Karl.” Sunbury Division — An interesting meeting was held at Pottsville, March 19th, at 3:00 p, m., Bros. Vandling and Wenrich making the addresses. The boys on the Pottsville end are stickers in view of the fact that they have always been within the range of the enemy’s fire. The wonderful increase of wages that the com- pany have been forecasting since last August when it put before the public that it was already treating with a committee of telegraphers and that adjust- ments would be made which would satisfy the men, called for $75^000 per year. This increase divided by the twelve months in the year gives $6,250 per month to be equally divided under twenty-five superintendents under the lines east of Pittsburgh and Erie, that is if all were treated alike $250 apiece'. How far will that result on the various divisions? As it has been remarked, the com- pany wanted us to favor it last fall while the strike vote was being taken, but when the majority of the men who elected a chairman by their vote, and only asked for the same privilege as has been afforded the other organizations, it was refused; yet the majority of the large trunk lines and small line have contracts with our organization. The telegrapher fails to realize that he has nothing to lose and all to gain. Some think that tower or switch box they work in is a paradise. Look at the other various occupations in life where raises in pay are secured annually It is time to wake up from this trance, and instead of mumbling and grovelling over the few cents it costs to join, get busy and help get what will be a grand victory if we will all do our part. Bro. Jarrett, third at “WO" tower, saved two trains getting a bump. This is where the low- priced man comes in when the high-paid one falls down. I hope Bro. Jarrett gets credit for his deed. I wish to thank those who have shown their con- fidence in me by electing me again. I ask your support and I will do what is right for the teleg- raphers. I am glad to say that the situation is growing brighter every day in our favor, and with a little more patience we will soon win the victory we have been looking for since last fall. The new Industrial Congressional Commission Board has the right to look into relations between organized labor and capital with a view. of settling any difficulties that arise and make a report of' such cases to congress. It may prove a source of relief in the near future. Bro. E. W. Trexler, now at Spofford, Tex., has been corresponding recently with some of the brothers here. Fred Lewis, of Boyd, has resigned to enter into business. The boys arc dropping out one by one as other avenues offer better inducements. CERf. 11. Digitized by Google

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596 The Railroad Telegrapher. Harrisburg Division — The boys in Harrisburg and vicinity are begin- ning to wake up from their six-year trance and have now become convinced of the honesty, integ- rity and fidelity of our worthy officers of the O. R. T., of what they have accomplished and what they are doing now. The nons and the ex-members, originally with the O. R. T., are coming back to the fold with a rush this month, and the prospects are even brigt^er for next month. Our dues are very low compared with the other railroad brother- hoods, and the insurance is the best in this country. Bro. S. S. Crist has the middle trick at Marys- ville yardmaster’s office. Bro. C. S. Melcher, our worthy chairman, has been assigned to Rockville, the most lucrative posi- tion in the Harrisburg yard. N. K. Stoner has been assigned to the Shocks Mills, 1 1 to 7 trick. Bros. J. B. Johnson and D. Stine, the old re- liables, are on the 7 to 3 tricks, and H. H. Musser * the 11 to 7 at “MQ.” Bro. E. A. Hartwick, displaced at “DO,” is now on ”BI” first. C. S. Buffington is station master’s telegrapher at Harrisburg, 3 to 11 trick. W. A. Bowman is in the superintendent’s office at "UD.” J. S. Leyder, 3 to 1 1 trick at “MQ,” is thinking * of the farm as spring draws nigh. The farm seems to be Jim’s paradise. Bro. VV. C. Kruger bid in “DO” first. Bro. 1\ F. Reynolds is on the 11 to 7 trick and W. W. Shopc the 3 to 11 trick there. If. \V. Hcidelbaugh, yardmaster’s telegrapher on “MX” first, is the proud father of a big boy. Bro. A. B. Hambright has bid in No. 6 relief, confined to Harrisburg, Enola and Marysville yards. Bro. W. G. Krall is at “BG” Collins. “Bill” is an adept fisherman. He is no doubt familiar with the fisherman’s poem. “Veracity.” “The fisherman riseth early in the morn, he disturbeth the whole household, mighty are his preparations, he goeth forth full of hope, he returneth filled with strong drink, and the truth is not in him.” To write once again for the O. R. T. journal affords me unalloyed pleasure. Any news or happenings along the division from any fellow brother will be gladly accepted. Let us have a good write-up next month. “VVN.” Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — All Members Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions: This is to advise you that I have the honor of announcing my re-election as your local chairman for the next two years, and also have been elected to represent your interests at the Baltimore con- vention which convenes May 12, 1913. I trust I shall be of even greater assistance to the mem- bership during the ensuing term than I have been in the past. May I ask for your hearty co- operation in the great work at hand? No chairman can do effective work unless he has all of the men back of him, working together for the common cause of bettering working conditions. I regret to learn that some few of our members have been disciplined. I hope each member will not only do his or her part in performing their duty to the organization but to the company as well. Keep the bulletin board clean as far as the telegraphers are concerned. If there is anything you would like to have done at the convention I would be glad to have your wishes in the matter. I trust you will have faith enough in your representative to not send him instructed, as something unforeseen may de- velop that may change matters, which would put him in a most embarrassing position if he were sent there instructed. I assure you I will do all in my power to represent your interests. In regard to our future advancement from an organization standpoint all that is necessary is that you continue to have explicit faith in your general committee and our honorable, worthy presi- dent, II. B. Perham, who have our case well in hand, and in the near future the long delay will be fully explained to all of you and to your entire satisfaction. Pay no attention to outside rumors and gossip, and when any information is wanted write to your representative, who will be glad to give you a prompt reply. It would not be to our best interests to go into details as to what has and is being done at present, so I ask that you have faith in your representative and continue along the same lines as you have been doing, and there will be no cause to complain. I congratulate you upon the noble manner in which you paid your semi-annual dues the past term, and am more than pleased to say that never before have they been paid up so promptly. This is true of the entire system, and on every division new members have been enrolled. The Williams- port and Susquehanna Divisions have never before been in such fine shape. I feel proud of you and wish I could grasp the hand of each one of you as I congratulate you from the fullness of my heart for your loyalty, sincerity and honesty of purpose. We have taken in new members every month during the past fifteen months, and a num- ber of applications are assured for the month of April. There is a large number of new men on the new roster, and it is your duty to do all you can to assist in getting them in the organization. Fee for April $6.75, pays up to the end of the term June 30. 1913. Keep me posted on the names and addresses of new men continually coming on the division, whether they hold a card or not. This is very important. Please be more prompt in giving a reply to any correspondence you may receive, as your tardiness only holds back the work. You should be, and 1 believe you are, proud of your organization, and if those who continue to remain 011 the outside would let us reason together they would all come in and help to build up the organization that represents their interests, for as Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 597 sure as light dispels darkness, the day is fast approaching when they will all awaken to the truth and be glad to run for shelter, which can only be found within the ranks of the ever-growing Order of Railroad Telegraphers. We shall continue our struggles along the same honorable lines in the future as in the past, so let every every member do his or her part and give the company the best of service possible and victory shall eventually be ours. With best wishes and kind regard! to one and all. Yours fraternally, A. C. Gribs, L. C. RenoVo Division- — To Members Renovo Division: Every local chairman upon taking office, I be- lieve, expresses or entertains the thought at least, of accomplishing some good for the organization during his administration, therefore I hope you will render me all the assistance you can towards building it up on this division. Without cast- ing any reflection on any one, conditions here are not what they should be. Every member knows this and should all take a greater interest indi- vidually and collectively for their betterment. While matters are not so bad as they used to be, there is still lots of room for improvement. Our salaries are extremely low. While almost all the other employes have been raised or are about to be raised, ours remain unchanged, and respon- sibilities are being taken from others and plaeed on us. Our committee recently sought an audi- ence with the management, and besides refusing to hear it the members thereof were dismissed from the service, but when the engineers and firemen requested an interview it was granted. The engineers have had their hearing and the fire- men are having their’s now. Next will come the trainmen, but when our turn conies we will be notified that the game is over. The committees of every railroad labor or- ganization on the P. R. R. lines except the one representing the telegraphers are admitted to the general manager’s office in Philadelphia. All local chairmen except those representing the telegraph operators are received by the local superintendents, and their under officials. Why? Simply because the other committees are backed up by a solid organization. No corporation increases the salary of its em- ployes or listens to their grievances out of pure gratitude, this is contrary to human nature. They only do so when forced to it. If we want out committee respected by our employer and our wages increased and better working conditions we must build up our organization. When we shall have perfected our machinery, then we will have won the victory; so the sooner we accomplish this the better for us. Let this serve as a call to action, let every member take a personal interest in getting the non-members into the ranks. It is by this method and only this that we can win. Box 336, Wilcox, Penn. J. F. Mann, L. C. Renovo Division, East End — Bro. L. R. Burlingame, second “KZ” Kane, bid in third “BU" Rathbun, vice Mr. Emig, who bid in second “HR” Shintown. We are all pleased to learn that Bro. T. A. McIntyre, second “UK,” has moved his wife from the Ridgway Hospital to his home at Johnsonburg, where she has been seriously ill with typhoid fever for six weeks. We all yrish her a speedy recovery. Sister R. Fisher, of Johnsonburg Postal, has been transferred to the Emporium Postal office, relieved by Miss Nettie Williams, of Pittsburg. Sister Brink, “BE,” of the message job at “AD” Ridgway, is again on the sick list, relieved by Bro. C. C. Johnson of Renovo. We hope to see her back with us soon. Bro. J, F. Sullivan, former division correspond- ent, chicken expert, writer and relief telegrapher schedule No. 2, has resigned and gone to the C. P. R. The C. P.’s gain is our loss, and we wish him success. We predict a dispatcher’s chair for him in the near future. His daughter Miss Ruth, at Ludlow, has also resigned to join him. The C. 'P. looks good to our boys. We hope they won’t all leave, we need some good men here. Bro. G. C. Blassey, second “BU,” bid in relief schedule No. 2. March 1st, about 4 p. m., “KG” tower Sinne- mahoning caught fire and the wires all went up. Bro. Chester A. Smith went down stairs to inves- tigate, and finding the interior ablaze was unable to check the flames owing to a high wind. The tower and all its contents were destroyed. Bro. Sullivan’s departure caused a vacancy in the O. R. T. orchestra, which will be filled by Bro. Blassey, who will sing bass. A new recruit has also been added, Bro. R. F.' Frampton, second Scahonda, who for several years played solo cor- net in different large bands in this section, of the country has fished his instrument out of the attic, and the orchestra is improving every day. I wish to thank Bro. Frampton for news con- tributed this month. I wish to caution all members and self- respecting telegraphers to be on their guard against Grant Vought, extra telegrapher. He is probably being encouraged by people in Renovo in the roll he is playing. Give him a wide berth. It will not be long before he falls into his own ditch, as is usually the ca$e with such fellows. W. S. Barner, Div. Cor. Renovo Division, H'est End — Bro. Jos Jordan, first “SM” Erie, has moved his family there from Garland. The tower at “SM” has been moved 150 feet west of its for- mer location and a seven lever interlocking ma- chine installed. I. J. Way, extra, bid in third there. Belle Valley will probably have a new tower and an up-to-date interlocking plant installed in the near future. Bro. A. C. Minter, who recently hid in first there, contemplates purchasing a motor cycle. A. C. True, bid in second. Digitized by v^ooQle

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598 The Railroad Telegrapher. Business between Erie and Irvineton has dropped off considerable since the movement of C. P. R. coal has stopped. Bro. L. D. Kerr, extra, bid in second Jackson. F. P. Brown has returned to first Waterford, after six weeks’ illness, relieved by Extra James, who also relieved Bro. M. R. Hammel, third Sheffield, while on the sick list. Briggs “Ham Factory” at Youngsville was de- stroyed by fire March ist; new quarters have been taken up in the I. O. O. F. building and .Prof. (?) Briggs is still on the hunt for his smoked hams. Bro. W. Hovis, third Garland, spent his relie'f day at Erie; Bro. Murray spent his with friends in Titusville, and Bro. C. L. Price, first Irvineton, spent his at Kellettville, looking after his inter- ests on the S. & T. Ry. Sister Josie Teeple, third Kane, B. & O., was an Irvineton visitor March nth. Miss E. V. Hanley, second “FN” Warren, in Washington during inaugural week, visited Phila- delphia and New York on her return trip, re- lieved by Mr. James. Bro. Harry Vance, second “OD” Erie, has taken his son La Mont to a Warren sanitarium for his health. We wish him a speedy recovery. Miss L. M. Hamaker, second “KN” Ludlow, spent her relief day with her parents at Renovo. Ruth Sullivan, third Ludlow, has resigned to join her father in Canada. Third “KN” now on bul- letin. Mr. Daugherty, first Preston, visited Si Johnson at Ludlow on his relief day. Bros. Griskey and Earner, second and third Preston have a new 60 H.-P. Lozier roadster for use between Kane and “PR” tower. Bro. W, G. Wade was a recent Falls Creek visitor. Bro. F. W. Crawford, second “KZ” Kane, has returned from a month’s visit with Bro. Foster, formerly at Wilcox, now chief of Savannah, Ga. office of the A. C. L. Bro. Crawford’s health was greatly improved by the trip. I wish to thank Bros. Roberts of Schedule No. 4 and Wade of No. 3, for news contributed this month. About ten nons on this division will soon be brothers and sisters. That old spirit is awakening and at the rate they are coming in we will be solid in less than a year. The result of the recent election was: Local chairman — Bro. J. F. Mann, 17; R. E. Rosen- krans, 15. Delegate — C. L. Price, 18; B. J. Kane, 15. Alternate — W. S. Barner, 17; R. N. Connely, 15. W. S. Barner, Box 373, Kane, Pa. Div. Cor. Mon. Division — Local Chairman Bro. G. Z. Stover has been on sick list but we are glad to say that he is able to be at work again. He has changed his place of residence from Homestead to West Elizabeth, Pa. Extra Dispatcher Eagan is relieving the other dispatchers. Bro. Kasten is now on second “OB.” Bro. Adler is still in the South for his health. We hope for his speedy recovery. Brothers and sisters, don’t forget to pay your dues and get that little card we all feel so proud to carry. Every one get an application from some non this month. There is no reason why vre should not be solid on this division. Every one send some items to Bro. Stover for a write-up in the journal every month not later than the 20th: Cert. 1583. Elmira Division— Brother E. M. Somers, Col. Roads third, is now on “YD” second, and Mr. Wise, of the train service, who is not a telegrapher, on third. First and second there were recently advertised as new positions. Bro. and Sister Furman, of Snedikcr, are go- ing into the automobile business. All the “ops.’* wish them success. Bro. H. C. Jones spent his last relief day in Rochester. It is now Bro. R. F. Mantell of “SJ.” He found the time, place and money. He’s single and still looking for the girl. Only a few members have neglected to remit their current term dues. Don’t neglect this mat- ter, brothers, it means much to you and others. You surely can not fail to see what organization means these days and you are aware of the fact that every organization depends upon the sup- port of it’s membership for it’s existence. Who will say that we haven’t invested well in this movement? Our welfare is insured for a little over a dollar a month. Bro. E. A. Johnson, our former local chair- man, is now basking “Under Southern Skies,” being employed in the Department of Justice, at Washington, D. C. “Ed.” is doing well and we rejoice. Bro. Mackerchar will be engaged later on to give the club boys lessons on the “Highland Fling.” Because of the inconvenience and train service, our brothers on the Sodus Bay Branch have not been able to attend the meetings lately. We are sorry and trust matters will so shape themselves in future that these boys can attend meetings. We assure the brothers, however, that we are pro- gressing, and if we can not do otherwise will ar- range for meetings in their immediate territory. Now that spring has been ushered in, Bro. Cayward and his associates will no doubt polish up the mask and other paraphernalia and endeavor to give the people of Hall and vicinity “good” baseball. Bro. McLaughlin, of Penn Yan, handles the news dispatches up in that country like a veteran. He believes the “Pen is mightier than the sword.” Can’t you write a little note to the other two “ops” there. Bill?” It’s Bro. G. T. Allen now. We give you the glad hand brother, and also congratulate Bro. E. C. McIntyre, who has walked the hot sands. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 599 Ten new members the past two months goes to show what can be accomplished with just a lit- tle bit of effort. Go after that non next to you and perhaps he will “trim his lamps." Individual effort brings results in cases of this nature, ap- ply it whenever and wherever you can. There are a lot of good, well-meaning nons in our territory, who would be perfectly willing to affiliate with our great movement if they only knew the facts and the reasons. Give them both. Your local chairman advises he will hold meet- ings on the division frequently but that he ex- pects the membership to respond to the call for these meetings. Quite a little expense is gone to to arrange for meetings and members should ad- vertise them among themselves. You can not keep in touch with the movement if you do not attend the meetings. Bro. W. H. Eden has not been heard from for a long time. Bro. E. J. Hesser, of the Erie, chairman of the committee of arrangements on the Chemung Teleg- raphers’ Club, accompanied by his wife, has been sojourning in the “Golden West” the past month. A number of telegraphers have been disciplined lately for sleeping on duty. Mighty poor busi- ness! It not only defaces the service cards of those guilty of the offense, but it also w'orks a hardship on the parties who represent the craft. Get your rest during your rest period, boys, and endeavor to render good service. The question is frequently passed: “What’s do- ing?” There’s plenty doing. All you have to do is to pitch in and help those that are doing it. Don’t leave it all for one or two and think that because you have paid your dues and hold a card that you are relieved from any further ac- tion. If you wish the movement to succeed, you will assist in pushing it forward. Some of the south end boys have stated: “What’s the use^” They are unwilling to enter into an agreement looking after their own wel- fare and give as an excuse that they can’t see the reason for doing so. This kind of talk must be expected from some; it signifies several things, one of which is the non-brotherhood spirit. How any fair-minded telegrapher can see anything detrimental in the organization movement is be- yond comprehension. Some have stated that “the Order isn’t run right.” About as much sense to that statement as there would be to a person moving to Canada or Mexico for the reason that he might be a republican and out of sorts with the present democratic administration. Cut out the petty grievances. Get in line and give us your views, your suggestions will be well taken. “Willy.” Trenton Division — Members Trenton Division: I hereby acknowledge my appreciation of the trust and confidence you have imposed in me by electing me your local chairman and delegate to the biennial convention. The position of local chairman is anything but a bed of roses, and being a non-salaried position, it is not a very attractive one, but nevertheless a very important one, and must be filled by some- one, and in these stirring times this person should possess qualities of courage, straightforwardness, integrity and definite purpose. I trust I shall be able to measure up to this standard in the future, as I have tried to in the past. The members should not consider that in electing their local chairman their whole duty has been discharged, but rather that it has just begun. A hearty co-operation by each member with the local chairman will be productive of many good results. The opportunity for each member to exert himself on this division is great. Reinforcements are at hand, reach out and get them. The power to right the wrong is not wholly vested in the organization’s officials, as many appear to think, but the power to act and produce results lies with the men, and in our case it has been conceded by the manage- ment that the balance of power is vested in the nons. There’s your poinj of attack. Do your duty, get them. Opposition, strife, lack of harmony, dissension, are the products and weapons of the interests, who by perpetuating this condition will reap mo- mentary concessions. Unity and harmony build up. Strife and dissension pull down-^-always have, always will. Our organization has stood the test of time, with a long trail of successes, some of them as recent as yesterday. Why experiment with something doubtful? A good write-up in The Telegrapher from your home division is always eagerly sought after, and is very encouraging and entertaining, but this can only be accomplished by the members assisting the division correspondent. I have appointed Bro. W. T. Day, Lambertvillc, N. J., for Bel. Del. R. R., and hope to announce a correspondent for the lower end later. I appeal to you to take an interest in your organization’s welfare, and the reward will be sure. Yours fraternally, Frenchtown, N. J. J. G. Simanton, L. C. Members Trenton Diinsion — I wish to thank all members of this division for supporting me as a candidate for delegate to rep- resent them at the Baltimore convention, having lost by only one vote. Brothers, you will be well represented by Bro. J. G. Simanton, of Frenchtown, N. J. Yours fraternally, J. Harvey Austin, Jr. Trenton Division Notes — Now, brothers, pay up and get new members. We have a “cracker jack” local chairman. Let’s make the division solid. Help the ones who are helping you. “No cards, no favors.” Bro. Troutman’s little boy is very sick. We wish him a speedy recovery. Attend the meetings and make things interesting. We are thinking about having a banquet later on. Bro. Austin is a good-natured loser. Digitized by VjOOQLC

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600 The Railroad Telegrapher. Boys, you should all be proud and willing to pay your $4.50, even if you never get any better conditions, if you appreciate the eight hours the O. R. T. got you. If it hadn’t been for Bro. rerham, our worthy president, you would still he working twelve or thirteen hours a day or night. Come, boys, take hold now and show him your appreciation of what has been done for you. Pay up promptly, get the other brothers to do likewise, and keep incessantly after the nons. Bro. J. H. Austin, Jr., your assistant local chairman, will be glad to furnish you all the ap- plication blanks you can use, and assist you to put the nons in right. Bro. Hughes, of Spottswood, was a recent caller on Bro. Reeves at Edgewater Pk. Why did H. M. Smith drop out as soon as he landed in “CF” Camden office? Cert. 186. Trenton Division, North End — Bro. D. W. Smith, off several weeks with rheu- matism, was relieved by Mr. Halcombe. Bro. W. H. Salter was also on the sick list about a week, relieved by extras. VVe understand that a table is to be fitted up in one of the principal message offices on this division where the unemployed extra men are to be placed to teach telegraphy to a corps of students. After all extra men go to work it has been suggested that this stunt would just about fit the emergency man. The copiers having been taken out of “DS“ will probably cause a little shifting around again. The north end has the honor of electing the delegate to Baltimore in May. Bro. Simanton, who won out by one vote, was also elected local chairman for the entire Trenton Division. Give him all the support you possibly can, brothers, and he will never fail you. Bro. Day was a recent Point Pleasant and Phila- delphia visitor. Bro. Gray, proprietor of the Warlord House at Frenchtown, although out of the business for a number of years, still retains his membership in the O. R. T. Any brother with an up-to-date is sure of a rousing welcome at the Warford House, and nothing is too good for him. “Dary” sure knows how to serve “good eats.” Bro. Aughinbaugh was off several days owing to the illness of his grandfather at Haddonfield, N. J. A recent arrival has been diligently searching for a partner to start a telegraph school in French- town, but without results. He will have a hard time finding a self-respecting man to lend himself to such a calling. Things are never so bad but what they could be worse, and this fellow seems inclined to want to make them worse. There are enough students now on the divisions. I under- stand this fellow once carried a card, but not in the O. R. T. No. 71 seems to be a “jonah” train for the telegraphers on this division, a number now serv- ing time on her account. Better have both eyes open when she fs due and remember that a minute means a day or worse. Cert. 836. Trenton Division , Lower End — The boys on this part of the division remain as firm as ever and nearly all have paid their dues which shows that they have the proper idea of sticking together, and that it will only be a ques- tion of a short time when things will come our way, in spite of the junk “the whangs*’ have been handing out, especially the kind they handed me, which did not, and would not, go down, for I know how things have been going on in the past. I have traced out every assertion originating from them and in every instance have found that they were a tissue of falsehoods; The boys have gotten wise, and we can’t be roped in any more as some have been in the past. Mr. Moore, the genial and very obliging teleg- rapher with Mr. Holdeman, and others, enjoyed themselves pay day in Philadelphia. A match has been made between Mr. Moore and A. I. Kinsley to run a Marathon race of a mile. Betting. 10 to 1 on the winner, with the former as the favorite. We are glad to have our friend C. W. Wright, back again after being on the sick list for several months. About 150 section men, who went on a strike the first of March for more pay, have refused the company’s offer of 18 cents an hour, demanding 20 cents an hour. We are watching the outcome with interest. C. H. Robinson, who went back in “CF” office for about a week, is now working relief schedule “C.” Div. Cot. We st Jersey & Seashore Division — The following officers were elected for this divi- sion for the next two years: Local chairman, Bro. George E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J., also elected delegate to the Baltimore convention, and Bio. H. F. Riley, of Seaville, alternate. We congratu- late these brothers on their successful election. The “big noise” in the Philadelphia papers about a certain committee going to see the man- agement and getting a big increase in wages did not say when it was to be given. That, we notice, was left blank. Chester Pancoast, (the supposed) chairman of the W. J. & S. Division, said that he 'only represented three men on this division, and they were all satisfied, so they did not get anything for this division. What will the others tell the dupes on the other divisions? Wait and see. Near dues time, funds low, newspaper noto- riety necessary. Therefore, a committee of twenty- eight was necessary to represent thirty members. The other two should have been taken along, so that Mr. Johnson could have seen the whole bunch; then none could feel slighted. The way the applications are coming in from former misled men is indeed encouraging. The few other dupes will no doubt soon get wise and affiliate with the only real and recognized organi- zation of our craft among other unions. Right always conquers in the end, and our committee deserves great credit for the way it has been working to plant the truth among those unfor- Digitized by VJiDOv IL

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 601 tunates who had been led astray through flowery promises which were never kept. Local Chairman Nightingale wishes to thank the boys for re-electing him to that office and also for his election as delegate to the next conven- tion, and will do all he can for them in future, as he has in the past. He can not cover the division as he would like to on account of his duties as secretary and treasurer, and asks that every man constitute himself a committee to collect dues and and get applications, and also to write him in regard to anything not fully understood, and he will gladly explain it satisfactorily. Proclaiming a “grouch” to everyone in sight or hearing gets no results, and repeating false ru- mors are detrimental and should be stopped. You can always find out the truth and have any appar- ent dissatisfaction explained by Bro. Nightingale, who will appreciate it if any brother or non will write him and state such cases plainly. Such letters will receive prompt replies. Mr. Andrews, of Mays Landing, is being re- lieved by Extra Evans. L. Spycs is now agent at South Vineland, vice l)c Haven, who went to Absecon, N. J. We are glad to note that Agent F. Smith is able to be out again, after a bad case of typhoid fever. The subscription circular sent over part of the division for him was liberally responded to. Agtnt Mendenhall, of Bennett, is on vacation, relieved by Extra Agent Bro. E. F. Goff. Relief schedules 2, 3, 5 and 6 are up for bid, Bro. Fitzgerald taking Westville, N. J., days, vice Bro. J. T. Hurley, who went to first Sewell, and Bro. Sofronski taking Sea Isle City, N. J., days, vice Bro. Lipsclier. L. T. Meredith, who bid in No. 2 relief sched- ule, was relieved by N. Libes, and went to third Winslow Jet. P. Delafrange bid in relief schedule No. 3. Remember: “No card, no favors.” Bro. Mottishcr is now on second Sewell, his old job. Pedricktown, second at Ateo and north end Bridgeton, and first West Haddonficld are up for bids. Pedricktown is from 4:30 a. m. to 2:30 p. m., and pays $57.70, the prevailing rate on this divi- sion for selling tickets, working blocks telegraph- ing and assisting the agent. P. L. Earley’s latest song is entitled, “Oh, Joe; Take Me to the Movies, Joe.” We are sorry to learn that Bro. J. F. Miller may have to undergo another operation soon. Let us all try to work a little harder and show our appreciation for what Bro. Jasper has done and is still doing for us. It might make it a little easier for him. lie keeps at it when not able to work, and when we don’t look out for *»ur own # interests, it worries him. Wc will have a meeting about April 10th, to instruct our delegates to the convention. Bro. Jones deserves credit for standing up for his rights, and wc all admire him for it. Div. Cor. CARD OF THANKS. La Jose, Pa., March 4, 1913. We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to the brothers, sisters and friends on the Bellwood and Cresson Divisions of the P. R. R. for their aid and sympathy and beautiful flowers during the sickness and death of our beloved daughter, Mar- garet Belle. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Worsing. New York, Chicago A 8t. Louis R. R. Chicago District — Those who failed to attend the February meet- ing of the C. O. R. T. Club, at the Masonic Hall, in Chicago, missed a treat. We had brothers there from all over the United States and Canada. Bro. Quick, our grand secretary and treasurer, gave us a fine talk, full of good things* that have happened and arc going to happen. Mr. Kelso, one of the board of directors, and several chair- men from the different roads addressed the club. Among others present were the “Nickel Plate” delegation — Bros. Crisenbery, Holmes and myself. Bro. Avey could not find the meeting place, and went to the Victoria, where he found the chair- man of the B. & O. fixing up the owner and man- ager of the hotel with an up-to-date card, “putting one over” on Bro. Dal Jones right in his own domain. Brothers, don’t forget when coming to Chicago that you now have a brother owner of the Victoria Hotel and a genial fellow. Let’s all spend our money with him. Bro. “Criss” says that “there ain’t no such thing as a sea cow,” but wc saw one on State street, in a side show', and got our money’s worth, all right, which is a pretty hard thing to do on State street. Boys, any time you are in Chicago, go to the C. O. R. T. Club, and you surely will enjoy yourselves. But, first and last, we should watch Old Divi- sion 18, give it more of our attention, and make it a model division. We have the members, and all wc need is to take an interest in the work. Grab every non who shows up and get together at Hammond again in thc_ near future. Bro. L. H. Rieks relieved at east end double track ten days, later relieving at Rock Island Jet. He will transfer from the Grand Division to 18. Bro. Hutchens is now at cast end double track. C. G. Ambrose and R. Q. Arnsberger have re- signed. E. J. Hite, from the “Pennsy,” relieved at Hib- bard third a few days, and we want to see that he gets a card. Boys, send me some news. I am a “night owl” now and can’t hear all of the happenings. Let’s have another meeting soon. “GY,” Cert. 157. Chicago, Milwaukee A St. Paul Ry. Mihvaukce Terminal Division — Mr. U. J. Fry, superintendent of telegraph of the C. M. St. P. Railway, with headquarters at the Union passenger station, died at 6:00 a. m. Saturday, February 22, 1913, at his home, 812 Newhall St., Milwaukee, after a week’s illness. Digitized by Google

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602 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Fry has lived in Milwaukee for the past thirty years, having worked his way up from a telegrapher to superintendent of telegraph, the position he has held for many years. Mr. Fry was one of the leading experts in the country, having made many improvements in the relay system, applying to telegraph and telephone transmission. He is survived by Mrs. U. J. Fry and two sons, R. F. Fry, president of the Old Line Life Co. of Milwaukee and J. W. Fry, superintendent of line men on the Puget Sound line, with headquarters at Seattle, Wash. The funeral was held at the home under Masonic auspices, Ivanhoe Commandery Knights Templar. The floral offerings were most beautiful. Being a man most universally well thought of among all classes, these beautiful expressions of sympathy for the bereaved family were sent from all parts of the system. One piece in particular from System Division 23, of the Order of Rail- road Telegraphers, was a large wreath and sounder, representing the emblem of the Order, a very beautiful design and one a telegrapher would immediately recognize. It can truthfully be said of Mr. Fry that his heart and soul was in the work and in him the telegraphers always found a friend. A very broad-minded, fair and reasonable gentleman. He was never too busy to talk to the lowest paid man in the service on any subject pertain- ing to the business. Let us as telegraphers endeavor to imitate the many good qualifications he possessed. Cert. 131. Milwaukee Terminal and Lax Divisions — H. C. Hanson appointed to second Portage. Bro. E. F. Andres called on Chicago friends recently. Bro. Krueger, Manston, on the sick list was re- lieved by Bro. Vanwie, from Miles City. W. Williams, agent Manston, is sick with pneu- monia, and the telegraphers are handling the work. Bro. L. C. Searle, second North Lax, while off was relieved by Bro. M. Evans, and he on third Salem by C. H. Hadge. Bro. Evans relieved on second Salem while Bro. G. Tofsen was off. Bro. M. Hickey, first leverman Grand Crossing, while off was relieved by Lampman. Bro. W. N. Upham, local chairman, will lay off April 20th for a month or more to get acquainted with his new territory and attend the Baltimore convention. Bro. F. A. Larmouth, agent Rio, goes west about April 15th to look after his claim. Div. Cor. Prairie du Chien and Mineral Point Divisions — Bro. Crinklaw, Wauzcka second, was relieved a few days by Bro. Vaughan, extra. Hours at Monona tower Madison have been changed, Bro. Johnson, first trick leverman 7 a. m. to 3 p. m.; Bro. Crowley, second 3 p, m. to ix p. in., and Bro. Babcock, third 11 p. m. to 7 a. m. Bro. Lampman, first Edgerton is on a vacation, relieved by Bro. Symons. Bro. Hennessy taking second and Bro. McDonald, extra, third. The hard rain the night of March f^th caused some bad washouts. It will probably be about a month before service can be resumed on the W. W. line; about 300 carloads of material be- ing needed to make the repairs. On the Rich- land Center branch, trains had to be abandoned two days. Bro. Wichman, first Stoughton, Bro. Johnson, first leverman Monona tower and Local Chairman Mowe, Orfordsville, were the prize winners on this division in securing members. N. P. Thurber has been appointed assistant superintendent of the Prairie du Chien and Min- eral Point Divisions, vice E. W. Morrison, pro- moted to superintendent of the G. M. Division. Bro. J. H. Crowley, second leverman Monona tower, was chosen as a contestant for the alder- manship of the Fourth ward, Madison, Wis., in the recent primary. The general election will be held in April. Success to Bro. Jim. Local Chairman Mowe was chosen as delegate to the national Convention at Baltimore with Bro. Thurber as alternate. Bro. Mowe was also re- elected local chairman of the Prairie du Chien and Mineral Point Divisions. Bro. Broderick, second Mazomanie, has resumed work after a month’s rest. Cert. 618. Wisconsin Valley Division — A Stout is on third Babcock, pending bulletin. Bro. Newton, Brokaw second, resigned, re- lieved by Mr. Parker. We are sorry to lose Bro. Newton, and he has our best wishes for success wherever he may go. No. 2 was detoured via the Tomah line recently on acoount of the washout near Necedah. The recent storm north of Star Lake, when three feet of snow fell, drifted in some places up to the car window’s. We are pleased to hear that Local Chairman Bro. Schultz was elected to the convention in Baltimore. He will no doubt enjoy the trip and also get a lot of pointers which will aid him in the position which he holds. Try to land the non working with you. boys. Convince him that it’s for his benefit as well as ours to be with us. There are only a few nons left on the division and if we will all do our part, we can land them and make it solid. Cert. iiio. River, C. V. and Wabasha Division — Bro. J. G. Weiler, who bid in Vermillion, Minn., agency, was relieved on second Hastings yard by Bro. R. M. McCullough, Vermillion second. Bro. C. R. Leinen has returned from his south- ern trip to first Hastings yard, C. D. Hartley returning to second trick, Bro. R. M. McCullough going to Redwing second, relieving Bro. R. C. Johnson, pending bids, who was let out owing to trouble with the agent and left for Chicago. Bro. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 603 J. P. Myers, third Redwing, later bid in second there, relieved on third by Bro. R. M. McCul- lough, pending the arrival of Bro. J. P. Leahy, who bid it in. Bro. C. F Kenyon, bid in third Hastings yard. Bro. B. W. Bennett relieving Bro. C. G. Schultz on Weaver second, who has gone into business in his home town. Bro. B. W. Bennett was relieved at Minneiska by Mr. Winter. D. Kanar, while on second at Farmington pas- senger station, was relieved on Farmington yard second by J. H. Horrigan, who also relieved Bro. C. R. Latourelle, while attending the funeral of bis grandfather, later Mr. Horrigan went to Fari- bault. Bro. Grau, of Austin, who was local chairman of the I. & M. for sometime before the consoli- dation, was elected local chairman of the two divi- sions. While we have not met Bro. Grau as yet, we are satisfied that we have a good man to rep- resent us or he would not have had the support of the members on his own district. He promises that he will be over this way before long to get acquainted with us and we look forward to a good visit with him. In a letter received from him he asks me to request all members through these items to send him a copy of all applications made for bulletined positions. When you bid on a job send Bro. L. H. Grau, iox N. River st., Austin, Minn., a copy of your application so he can see that the seniority rights of all are respected. Please send me a note when there is a change at your station. It only costs a cent to mail a postal card and will take but a moment of your time, and will make a great improvement in the write-up. Cert. 2038. Southern Minnesota Division — Bro. H. E. Braun, of Egan, S. D., has been appointed correspondent for this division for the ensuing two years, and I trust that the members will render him all the assistance possible, so that he may give us a good write-up each month. He is now on a month’s vacation, relieved by A. T. Lambert, from the So. Dak. Central Ry. The telegraph office at Wells, Minn., has been moved from the old freight house into the passen- ger station and the telegraphers are now selling the tickets. Bro. W. P. Kenveson, of Lakefield, while visit- ing relations at Mankato, was relieved by Bro. O. Theopalis. Third there discontinued owing to the scarcity of telegraphers. Bro. Stedham, of Lakefield, is relieving Bro. Roberts, third *Jackson, while visiting friends and relatives in Wisconsin* Bro. W. A. Sellman, on the sick list for a month, hopes to be able to resume work again soon. The boys along the line made up a nice purse for him, which he greatly appreciated. Bro. F. L. Sellman, of Naples, S. D., has re- signed. Bro. W. H. Berg, of Erwin, S. D., has also resigned to engage in other business, succeeded by F. Severson. Bro. C. J. Cauley, .of Pipestone, is off on sick call at Los Angeles, Cal., relieved by Bro. Wess Aldrich. The advent of spring has brought an endless amount of trouble on the east end by high water and washouts, and a few wrecks have been giving the boys an unusual amount of overtime. Three more new members in March' leaves/ us only a very few nons on this division. Boys, get busy, and help line them up. G. B. Turner, Cert. 324. I. & M. Division — Bro. E. J. Dunn, of the C. & N. W., is relieving Bro. G. P. Ryan, on Owatonna second. J. E. Liebel relieved Agent Lyons at Carpenters a few days. Bro. Jack Moswiller returned to second Rose- mount after relieving Bro. Herzog on Zumbard. Bro. Chapman has returned to Conners days. Bro. Bennett, of the P. S., is on second Dundas. Bro. C. R. Parker, second Minneapolis dispatcher’s office, is on days there while Bro. G. W. Pickle is relieving the dispatchers. Bro. E. J. Dunn is on second pending bulletin. It is now Bros. Ray Murphy, third Cresco; C. A. Capar, agent Lansing; D. J. Jorgenson, agent Bixby, and H. O. Otemess, agent Wanomingo. We are glad to welcome them and hope they will stay with us. Bro. Grau requests that all the brothers be sure and mail him a copy of their bids, as this is per schedule and should be done in all cases. Bro. Grau has been elected local chairman of the I. & M. and River Divisions, and we should all give him our best support. He 'is up against a big proposition and it behooves us all to help him all we possibly can. Div. Cor. C. & C. B. in Iowa Division — Mrs. Fullerton is working Bagley second owing to the scarcity of men. Attend the club meetings and discuss matters affecting your welfare. Bro. A. G. Elder is back on third Woodward. Bro. Lingham, Ferguson second, is on the sick list, relieved by Bro. O. H. Ketchem. Bro. R. N. C. Condon has resumed on second Covington after three weeks* sickness; Bro. R. R. Endicott relieved him. Bro. A. H. Claussen bid in Newhall second, re- lieved by Bro. W. I. Rolland at Van Horne. Bro. Lewis at Dedham and Bro. Vogt at Temple- ton were relieved on account of sickness by Mr. Rhodes, a new man. Bro. D. A. Bowen, agent Covington, while at- tending the funeral of his brother Floyd, was relieved by Telegrapher McCann, since resigned. To be a member of the “Grab” Club is a dis- grace. To belong to the Order shows you got the right mind and spirit. Put the nons next to this. Bro. R. S. Harrington is relieving Bro. R. E. Heath, Newhall third, on account of sickness. Third Bagley closed, placing Bro. Heath on the extra list. Bro. J. R. Millett has returned to New- Digitized by Google

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604 The Railroad Telegrapher. hall second from a two weeks' visit to friends and relatives at Jewell Junction, and a trip to Chicago. It is important that you should know whether or not the man working with you or next to you has an up-to-date card. Ask him about it. He will appreciate your interest. A mistake was made in a former issue by omit- ting to call C. A. Conklin, Elwell third, a brother — a good and worthy member and a hard worker. Bro. L. J. Miller, at Cambridge tower first for several years, bid in first Madrid. Keep after the nons. The harder you work the more you accomplish. Lfook over the list of prizes offered by Bro. Quick as a reward of merit. Be a camel and get a hump on you. Bro. W. J. Swenning, wife and baby, of Ded- ham, on a two weeks' vacation to Anadarko, Okla., was relieved by Bro. Clark Lewis, relieved by Bro. Snyder, from the Coast Extension on second, A. C. Sanger on third. Bro. R. E. Heath, recently on the sick list, is on Huxley second pending regular appointment. R. A. Slack, Bayard third, bid in Huxley agency. Bro. R. S. Harrington, who relieved Bro. T. M. Phce at Cambridge owing to the serious illness of his wife, is now on Rhodes third pending regu- lar appointment. Bro. Phee bid in a trick at Ferguson. Cert. 1408. S. C. & D. Division — The big blizzard of the season — thirty-six hours of rain, wind and snow — wound up on March 16th. Business is very heavy, and everybody is busy. Bro. Schultz bid in Vermillion second. Ethan agency is bulletined. Bro. Willis must be going to retire. A line was surveyed this past winter from Tea, S. D., to Platte, S. D., presumably for the Great Northern. The survey runs through a fine coun- try. The old Milwaukee officials arc rapidly passing away. The deaths of W. N. D. Winnc, P. Tyrrell and U. J. Pry were recently announced. Bro. McKinnon wishes to thank the members for their unanimous choice of him as delegate to the convention and also as local chairman. He asks that there be no delinquents this period, and that members so inclined write him their views on the mail question and parcel post before May 1st. Bros. Strobel and Sullivan ran a close race for alternate, Tom just nosing Dan out. If farmers’ organizations and labor organiza- tions contain the willing workers, notwithstanding the president's veto of the bill exempting them from some operations of the Sherman anti-trust act, they are the only classes not protected, be- cause immigration is not restricted as it should be. On the subject of “Why I Am a Bum,” first prize was won by a “bum’* provided with a meal in a Chicago church, who gave as his reasons: unrestricted immigration — not enough jobs to go around; incompetency — employers want the best men; “bums" are not the best; drink — a form of moral insanity. We have a few nons still on the division. Send them a monthly statement, boys. Some of them are good material when put in the hands of the O. R. T. mechanics. Please help in the work. Fraternally, Carr. 15. H. & D. Division — Mr. Graffte is now on second Hennepin avenue, vice E. J. Collins, who bid in Aberdeen yards second. Bro. Rhueimer, Benton Jet., is being relieved by Mr. Reiss. Mr. Beck is now on second Chanhassen. Mr. Tides, third Chanhassen, resigned. Automatic signals are being installed between Hopkins and Hennepin avenue. When completed there will be no blocking of trains between those points — trains doing their own blocking. A ter- minal dispatchers’ office will probably be put in at Hennepin avenue. Several telephones along the line are not teleg- raphers. Get after them, boys, and see that they carry an up to date. In many cases we can help them out in* a wire test, etc., and will all be will- ing to give them a helping hand when they “come across.’’ Let’s all sec what we can do in the next few months towards making the II. & I). stronger than it ever was. C. T. U. Bro. Cauly is on third Hopkins, reliev- ing Bro. Hamilton, who is relieving Bro. M aleck, agent at Renville. Superintendent J. T. Gilleck, promoted, was succeeded by F. M. Melin, from the Prairie du Chien and La Crosse Divisions. Mr. Melin was a former trainmaster at Montevideo, and they all say he is a grand old man. When a new man comes to the division I wish the brothers would find out his name and where he is working, sending this information to our local chairman, who can then keep posted. Whether he is a non or a member, the local chairman should be notified just the same. This will help wonderfully in lining up the nons. Agent Bro. Maloney is back again, after a few months' leave of absence, relieved by Agent R. O. Saben, who is now relieving Bro. Malone at Fair- mont, N. D., on a three months’ trip around the world. Bro. Dolan is now on third Bird Island. Div. Coi. Kansas City Division — Bro. J. O. Paulley, Powersville nights, took a few days’ vacation in March and returned with a wife. Congratulations. Bro. T. R. Benn, night watch at Rubio, relieved by Mr. Cockrell, is off on his annual duck-shoot- ing vacation. Bro. George L. Gallagher was chosen local chairman and delegate to the convention in May. He has long been a staunch Order man, and we should all co-operate and keep him posted as to the line-up on the division and existing condi- tions. The vote was not near as large as it Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 605 should have been. We need to wake up here on The K. C., and take more interest in what is going on. Second Coburg, assigned to Bro. D. L. Fulton, from Suburban Jet. third, was bid in by Bro. L. B. Carson, and second by D. J. Martin, from Sewal, leaving third Sewal up for bids. Boughtin bid in third Mystic, relieving Demp- sey. Bro. Jones, our retiring local chairman, has our best wishes and hearty thanks for the time and attention devoted to our interests during his ad- ministration. His interest in the Otder will no doubt continue as strong as ever. Former Chief Dispatcher J, F. Anderson has been appointed trainmaster at Perry. Bro. Oscar Schendell is back at Cone, Mr. Mc- Cvie going to Laredo. Relief Agent Bro. Williamson is relieving Bro. T. W. Jones at Braymer, who has been very ill for some time. Bro. John Chase goes to Hayesville agency, his home town, temporarily, relieved at Williamsburg by Mr. Dempsey. Bro. J. H. Riddell, Lucerne, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Schillig, from Williamsburg. Bro. A. R. Herdman, on a three weeks’ lay-off, is visiting in Montana, relieved by Bro. Hatfield. Cashier Dummler, from the Ottumwa freight house, has taken Marion agency. Bro. F. O. Gold, night yardmaster at Laredo, was in Moravia recently, looking after his interest in the local telephone company there. Bro. George Reisch had to wait around the junction at Ottumwa recently until 5:30 a. m. for a train, which gave us a chance for a good visit with the genial agent from Moravia. Our big brother, C. C. Carnes, from Chillicothe, was a recent Ottumwa visitor. Bro. Allen, of Linby, called to Missouri on account of the death of a relative, was relieved by Young Beistle, who later took sick, and Bros. Stusak and Roberts had to double several days. The "big wind" that swept over the country on Easter Sunday evening left plenty of marks on this division. Part of the roof of the depot at Harris was blown off, station buildings scat- tered all over the right-of-way, and a car was blown off the transfer at Lawson. At Ottumwa part of the roundhouse was unroofed, and Bro. Wright, of the dispatcher’s office, and his family were nearly scared to death by having their porch torn off by the wind and thrown over the house. The wire trouble caused by the storm was the worst of the year and was not straightened up for several hours. R. O. Clapp, second trick dispatcher, while at- tending the funeral of a relative in Portland, Ore., was relieved by Nolan. One of the principal tasks this winter has been the detouring of Rock Island passenger trains. Almost every week we were called on to handle some of them, including the "Golden State Lim- ited.'* Let us get after the eligible non-members on the division and get them into the fold hy ap- proaching them in the right way. Careless and indifferent performance of duty reflects on the organization to a certain extent, as well as on the individual; therefore, let us give the best service possible. Amana days is again on bulletin. Some good Dutchman should bid it in and learn what life is like in the "Vaterland.” The writer, having been appointed division cor- respondent by Bro. Gallagher, will give you an up-to-date, correct and complete write-up in the journal each month if the brothers on the line will assist in the news-gathering. Let us all take an interest in this matter, and from now on have this division represented regularly in The Teleg- rapher. Mail notes to J. V. Tuomey, 708 West Second Street, Ottumwa, Iowa. Trans-Missouri Division — Bro. Laird gets second Marmarth; Bro. Kelly, second Morristown; T. F. Williams, Ives days, and Mr. McGrane, second Rliame on bulletin. First and second Marmarth and third "DS" Mo- bridge now on bulletin. Bro. Rodenbough, relieved by F. W. Johnson as clerk in "DS" Mobridge, relieved Mr. Cle- ments on third, pending bulletin, and T. L. Martin relieved Bro. Kircher on second "DS," who relieved Bro. Winship dispatching on branches. The chief dispatcher, while attending the funeral of his tnolhei, was relieved by first trick dis patcher Wiltrout, and he by Bro. Winship. The Cheyenne and Moreau River branches were blockaded with snow' several days. With the fine new schedule to back us, it ought to be pretty easy to line up the remaining nons on this division. Brothers wishing to win one of the fine premiums offered by the Order should get busy. Apply to the local chairman if you desire a copy of the new schedule. The new office building and station at Mobridge is nearing completion and the boys will soon be enjoying their new location. Cert. 1775. Rocky Mountain Division — Butte Relay, Bro. P. C. Bryan, of Lennep, ap- pointed telegrapher in "GS." Bro. H. O. Shell- man resigned to accept a similar position with the C. B. & Q. at Chicago. We all regrel to have him leave. He was relieved by D. R. Sny- der, pending bulletin. General Secretary and Treasurer Derrickson was at "GS” recently soliciting for business. The committee did as good by them as others on the line and there is no excuse why they should not join. Those who have homesteads were not only benefited by the increase, but also by the extension of the leave of absence on account of the three months’ leave being too short fqr this Digitized by vjCJCJV

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606 The Railroad Telegrapher. purpose. This is a good argument why they should join their fellow craftsmen in bettering their own condition. Two more temporary vacancies will be cieated in “GS” office when “dry farmers” Massing and Hanson return to their calling in the Judith Basin during this month. Sister Miss Frances Peacock, second Lennep, visited “GS” recently. Think an Easter bonnet was responsible for her visit to Butte. Dispatchers Welch and Bleichner were at Miles City on company business a few days. Our chief, J. W. R., was relieved by Dispatcher Welch a few days. Bros. Clark, Duhoux and Priddy, drew first, second and third “FO” respectively. Wc are all sorry to have Dispatcher W. H. Flynn leave us for the Missoula dispatcher's office. You don’t come across 2 “prince” like W. H. F. every day. We must all take oft our hats to Conductor Kittle, an old telegrapher, who still retains his O. R. T. card in Division 2 3. New positions were created at Willow Creek and Jefferson Island. H. W. Barnard drew the former and Mrs. H. M. Underwood the latter. We hope to soon have them both with us. Bro. E. L. Robinson at Sappington is off on leave, relieved by Bro. Bell on first. M. P. Roming drew third Piedmont, relieving M. E. Featherstone, who bid in second Grace. Bro. W. B. Bradley is at Donald, pending bul- letin, hunting bear and mountain lions. Bro. J. W. Thompson is off on leave, relieved by D. R. Brown. The new schedules will be out soon. All the positions were not granted an increase because at the last revision the more difficult positions were sacrificed in order to secure a $75.00 mini- mum, so that the committee might have a higher standard on which to werk when negotiating for future revisions. This should be taken into consideration and the matter viewed from the standpoint of the division as a whole. There are several good rules in the new schedule. The six months’ leave of absence and the overtime pay for Sunday work for twelve hour offices should appeal to those affected in particular. Cert. 1489. Rocky Mountain, East Sub-Division — Bro. H. G. Merkle has returned to Moore from his homestead. # C. K. Priddy, from Lombard, is relieving E. V. Lambert, at Three Forks, working as extra dis- patcher, and Bro. J. L. Duhoux, relieving Bro. O. C. Linden at Three Forks, also working as extra dispatcher. Bro. E. M. Kay is on a two weeks’ vacation. Bro. Kearby, while attending the meeting of the Milwaukee Hospital Association Advisory Board, was relieved by Bro. Ronning, of the H. & D. division. Bro. Sill, on 90 days’ leave, and Bro. Swingle, who is with him, are making good in the washing- machine business. Bro. Crowder, at Two Dot, is arranging to trade his automobile for a motor car. Bro. E. S. Bleichner bid in Lombard third and seems to be satisfied with everything but the “Chink” meals. H. C. Kearby. Local Chairman. Musselshell Dtinsion — I wish to thank the brothers who so ably sup- ported me in the recent election for delegate and local chairman. I w*as not on the ground and my friends responded nobly. While I was not overanxious to serve as local chairman for another term I felt that my experience would be of value to you all, as there is a number of things to learn about the work, and in this game like everything else, the more experience we have had the more competent we should become. Another thing was that I felt that a local chairman should be the man to go to Baltimore as a delegate, as the many things he would learn about the work could be applied to advantage when he returns. In our recent schedule negotiations wc secured a change in some of the rules, which should be studied until thoroughly understood, and the most important thing of all is to comply absolutely, and report any violations, so we may see that we re- ceive all the benefits granted. If every man who bids on a position would send me a copy of his application it would prevent lots of grievances and misunderstandings, which do no one any good. When you have a grievance, write it up and send it to me, and I will see that you get anything you have coming, and that no prejudice is held against any one. C. H. Burnworth, Local Chairman. Musselshell Division Notes — Bro. L. A. Copp returned from his vacation on the homestead and took his assignment on second Plevna, relieving J. C. Martin, who went to Dodge second a few nights and later resigned. Bro. W. H. Scott has resigned first Mildred and gone to the coast, relieved by Mr. Stover. Bro. Carpenter has returned to Baker agency relieving Bro. Hart who returns to Westmore station, relieving Bro. Hurlbut, who took his as- signment on third Baker, vice Mr. Williams, to Plevna nights. Mr. McCormick, first Mildred, re- lieved Mr. Reardon, Dodge days, resigned. J. C. Martin relieved at Dodge nights by Bro. Harper, from the Mo. Pac. Bro. Copp relieving J. A. Shephard, third Mil- dred while sick, was relieved by Bro. J. J. Blazek. Bro. Harper relieved Bro. Hayes, agent Suma- tra, while in Forsyth attending court. Bro. G. E. Anderson, assigned second Harlow- ton, relieved by Bro. Chas. Huyck, on third there on bid. Bro. E. L. Sisson, assigned third Melstone, and Bro. E. C. Skinner, third and Bro. J. H. Kennedy first Kinsey, and Bro. W. D. Corcoran second Carterville. Bro. Howard Boylan, agent at Calabar, relieved by J. W. Corbet, is taking a few months’ vaca- tion on the coast. Digitized by VjUOy LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 607 Bro. O. J. Walley, Sumatra third, is visiting relatives in the East and he will probably not re- turn alone. Bro. and Local Chairman C. H. Burnworth has returned from Seattle to Ingomar, Bro. Stewart going to Calabar third and Bro. P. C. Dedrick to his assignment, third Ingomar. Sister B. Flynn, Delphia days, has been visit- ing relatives and friends East. We hope the few delinquents, in view of the fact that we now have the very best schedule in the Northwest, will pay up at once and help us to make this a record year on this division. Bro. Hayes, from the old line, relieved Local Chairman Burt. worth while out on the line solicit- ing applications, after several weeks’ hard work, in which he was largely instrumental in securing our much appreciated raise. He secured the ap- plication of nearly every desirable man on the division, lining up the relay office at Miles City practically solid, thus proving our recent asser- tion in The Telegrapher that he was the right man for the place. The members were more than pleased to see him elected delegate to Baltimore as well as local chairman. Now, that we have a schedule second to no other road in the United Stales, and the men lined up in the best possible shape, it behooves each of us to keep a sharp lookout for all the new men coming here and see that they do the proper thing immediately. Send me your items promptly on or before the 18th of each month and let us have a good, live write up. Fraternally yours, E. C. Skinner, Kinsey, Mont. Colu mbia Division — Our committee wound up negotiations with the company in Seattle, February 22 d, getting more money and other important concessions, the agencies to get the bulk of the increase, which was a wise move, as the agents in many places are getting the same money as the trick telegraphers. Now, use your seniority rights and bid in some of the better positions. The terminal men, who have received the same as “OS” men, came in for a raise, as did some of the 9ub-terminals. Under- stand the committee has been working to get some of the exclusive agencies placed on the free list, and the telegraphers at Spokane and Coeur d' Alene listed. Bro. R. R. Woods, agent St. Joe, was the only nominee for local chairman on this division. He will make a good one, and all want to do their share and support him. Remember the local chair- man gets no pay and what he does in the interest of the Order is gratis, and you should all be just as much interested in the welfare of the Order and work just as hard in its behalf as he does. This is a big division and it is impossible for one man to look after all the business. So look around and see if there is not something you can do. It’s your duty to do this a9 well as carry a card. Those who are willing to do a little boosting are the ones who are helping to place the organization on a sound basis. Go after the nons. We need their money. The agents are doing their part. There Is only one bn the main line, outside the exclusive agen- cies, out of the fold, and some of the exclusive agents belong. One non on the east end says we are a bunch of grafters. If I ventured an opinion of what he was I might be arrested. Another won’t join because he don’t approve of the kind of pills the hospital association use. We would approve of anything that would loosen him up. Don’t fail to send a copy of your bids to the local chairman. It may save you a lot of trouble. There were three candidates for delegate to the national convention at Baltimore — Bros. R. R. Woods and Stahl from the Columbia Division, and Bro. Betts from the Missoula Division, the latter being elected. The delinquents on our division prevented either of our candidates being elected. Delinquent votes can not be counted. Moral: Keep up to date, brethren. Bro. O. K. Owen, agent Herrick, is back from the East. Bro. E. O. Walden bid in second Ellensburg, and Bro. H. W. Smith, first St. Joe. Second St. Joe is vacant. We hope a brother will get it as it has been a long time since “SJ” was burdened with a non. Sister Beeman, third St. Joe, bought a pair of snow shoes for checking the yards. Day man at Elk Riyer pulled off, Bro. Manselle, a new man, going to Plummer extra. Mr. Bovill on first has requested application blanks. Bro. F. J. Swaizey gets first Plummer, and Bro. F. M. Seiver, second; third vacant. R. R. Murphy is back from his homestead on third Tekoa, Mr. Evans going to Rosalia. Second there is vacant. Bro. Swartz is relieving Miss Olmstead on third Boylston. Our chief, Mr. Jordan, called back East on ac- count of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Molander. Bro. A. J. White bid in Warden agency, Bro. Johnsrud going to Neppcl agency. E. W. Hall bid in third Othello, and J. N. Vickers, Kittitas second, leaving third there vacant. Bro. F. R. Smith, laid off for 90 days, after being off for about a week, resigned, but shortly afterward recalled his resignation and was back to work before the expiration of his leave of absence. Bro. Soyster took the matter up and had him reinstated with full rights and allowed his original date. He has been at Beverly extra for about a month. The new schedules are out, showing that in rules and from a financial standpoint it is better than that enjoyed by the employes on any road in the Northwest. This speaks well for our committee, as our first schedule was put into effect less than three years ago. All the agents received an increase of from $2.50 to $7.50 per month, while some telegraph jobs received from $2.50 to $5.00 more per month. One-man positions get a six-hour work- ing day on Sunday. This in addition to other valuable amendments to the rules makes our sched- ule an enviable one, and our committee is to be congratulated for its success. Digitized by Google

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608 Thf. Railroad Telegrapher. Local Chairman Woods has gone to work with a vim, and it’s now only a question of who is going to be the last one to join the ranks. He has appointed a local board, and all the members should co-operate and make this the banner divi- sion of the system, a source of pride, and one that the nons will fight shy of. Give Bro. Woods and his assistants every assistance you possibly can. If there is a non working at your station go after him, get every one else after him, and keep right at it until you land him. Jf a new man shows up without a card send his name to the local chairman, and if he belongs to another division, get his certificate number and the division he belongs to and advise the local chairman. If everyone will do this we will be solid in a short time. Business is good. Twelve or fifteen crews set up recently, and trains are as thick as O. R. T. members on this division, which is some thick. Ellinsburg is no longer the home of the non. Bro. E. T. Smith, agent Kittitas, has been ap- pointed to St. Maries exclusive agency. Bro. Tubbs is the new man on third Kittitas. Bros. Vickers and Olsen are our other good members there. Sister Vera Ross, second Beverly, is on vacation, relieved by the extras. This is a busy place, owing to the new Priest Rapids Line being built out of there. The Priest Rapids Line track will soon be completed to Hanford, and a station there and at White Bluffs will then be opened. Third Boylston will be bulletined if Miss Roone does not return before her leave of absence expires. Keep after the two men at Othello who promise pay day. Warden agency is on bulletin, Bro. White bid- ding in third Rosalia. Bro. H. L. Johnsrud, agent Neppel, gets Kittitas agency. Bro. C. F. Mapes, second Lind, was off a few days getting married, relieved by Mr. Kirkpatrick. Ralston station increased $5 a month, $60 a year, less $12 is $48 profit — beats government bonds. Let’s see it lined up solid now. Bro. Robert Snyder, third Revere, on vacation back in New York, relieved by Miss Tilgcr for thirty days. Bro. L. G. Graham, agent Ewan, gets Neppel agency. Bro. Jose, Malden relay, on a ten days’ trip East, was relieved by Bro. Fred Beal. Bro. F. L. Hayes, Malden relay, has been appointed a member of the local board of adjustment. He is an eloquent talker and will no doubt make that office solid. It is Bros. Thomas and Horn, agent and second Rosalia, and that office is now solid. Plummer is solid with our new brother, Mr. Seiver, on second. St. Maries, St. Joe and Herrick also solid. No getting away from Bro. Woods once he gets your number. Bro. O. K. Owens is back at Herrick agency, after being off since Christmas with rheumatism. That $7.50 raise may help limber up his joints. Bro. M. J. Campbell, agent Elk River, gets Ewan agency; former on bulletin. Every agent on the main line is now a member, with the exception of exclusive agents, Ellensburg. Othello and Malden. The two agents on the Warden branch at Ruff and Marcellus received a substantial raise, and will no doubt soon come in. The two operators at Spokane have been included in the list and the relay boys are after them. Coeur d’Alene, heretofore an exclusive agency, also placed on the list. Bro. Barrett, the agent, is up to date. Be prompt, brothers, in the payment of you' dues. Don’t oblige the local chairman to write to you. Ckrt. 910. Coast Division — ’Twas pretty work, brothers, and stands solidly on its own merits. Hats off to the faithful mem- bers of our committee and representatives of our noble Order, who have for more than two months toiled unceasingly in our interests in session at Seattle to conclude negotiations by which we are given a new schedule with a wage increase amount- ing approximately to $17,000, and a new set of rules that cover satisfactorily every important question at issue. Expressions of general satis- faction pervade the atmosphere in every quarter. We have implicit confidence in our committee. No apologies required and none would be accepted if offered. Congratulations, brothers, we are very grateful. The minimum on this division is raised from $65 to $70, affecting chiefly the Tacoma- Eastern and the Everett branch lines. The work shops, Clc Elum and Cedar Falls, were increased to $75 for telegraphers, and an increase of $10 a month for agents. The agencies of the four prosperous towns in the valley between Seattle and Tacoma, includ- ing Tacoma Jet., were increased to $72.50, and all main line phone positions to $70. It is important that every member read carefully, study and familiarize themselves with the new rules, so that they may be prepared to avail them- selves of the benefits for which the rules are designed. A number of instances have developed in which members failed to observe the rules, which in one case resulted in a monetary loss of $25, although such losses have been, or will be. recovered. Note especially the rules governing meal hours, transferring and Sunday overtime. Bro. R. C. Nisonger, of “TC,” was elected local chairman, and he also carried his district for dele- gate to the Baltimore convention next month (May) by a handsome • majority. It is a source of great satisfaction to the members of this division to know that we will be so ably represented at that great gathering by Bro. Nisonger. He desires to express his appreciation of the confidence thus reposed in him. Using his written words to me: “I am tickled to death,” conveys a multitude of joyful expressions, and I disagree with him only in the literal expression, for he is the most ani- mated “tickled to death” person I have met, for at the same moment, he writes: “You are hereby appointed local correspondent.” Now, I have a grievance, because I foresee difficulties. I never even intimated that the duties of correspondent Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 609 would bo acceptable to me and never displayed aspirations for journalistic activities, for I have little or no knowledge of such duties, therefore 1 believe our local chairman made an inexcusable “slop-over” in handing the job to me. Why not have handed it to Bro. “Jim” Terry, agent Garcia, a “breeze artist” all the way; or Bro. “Bill” Leamy, agent Rockdale, a “spreader” the like of which is seldom heard; and there’s Bro. Morris, agent North Bend, a whirlwind in a class alone. There are many others I could mention, who, I feel sure, would have cheerfully assumed the responsibility he has assigned to me. So I am not in the least elated over my appointment and not “tickled” at all. The most distressing feature is that I have very little to work on and a short time in which to do it. I was informed of my “appointment” on March 18th, and it is now the 20th. Reckoning twenty-four hours to recover from the “jolt” leaves me only one day to use the news-gathering facilities at my disposal, which isn’t enough time — for me. Bro. Nisonger was kind enough to enclose a few items of local interest, which partly softens the “ill feelin’ ” I now harbor against him, yet he strongly intimates that it is up to me to ramble after more. I have reluctantly consented to act for a time at least, but I shall expect and demand some assist- ance. Please do not make it necessary for me to occupy these valuable columns by requests for aid in a matter to which all of you should willingly contribute. Brothers, send me some items for suc- ceeding issues of the journal. Tacoma- Eastern Branch — * Bro. Wells, agent Elbe, spent a few days in Tacoma, Seattle and Hoquiam recently, relieved by Bro. Mclntee, now relieving C. Otto, Salsich Jet. Bro. Olsen, agent National, was also a recent visitor in Tacoma. All the Tacoma-Eastern boys are highly pleased with the increase and improved rules. Main Line — Sister Martin, second Easton, is ill in Cle Elum hospital, relieved by J. R. DeBerry, who will soon be square. Bro. H. E. Chadderdon, third Easton for the past six months, is now in Nebraska on an extended leave, relieved by Bro. W. H. Lang. Bros. C. C. Taylor and M. S. Riley, second and third Laconia, are also on leave, relieved by F. Thomas and C. F. Wooten. Bro. R. M. Cronk, on third Garcia, is a late arrival. Bro. C. W. Church is relieving Bro. S. S. Morris, ageitt North Bend, for a short lay-off. Bro. E. S. Barrett, of “S” Seattle, appointed to second Everett. , Bro. G. R. Westcott, Snohomis, is on a short vacation, relieved by Bro. H. E. Keltner, who recently bid in first Kent. Bro. E. J. Larson, of “TC,” off a week on account of an attack of la grippe, was relieved by C. Otto. Now, brothers, don’t forget that my address is Auburn and let me have your items by the aoth of the month. F. L. Fishburn, Loc. Cor., Cert. 2244. OLD TICKER. (By Louis “Yjens” Blumb, Cert. 1636.) E. H. Chadderdon, of Milwaukee fame. Who has been “ticking the keys” on the old work train, Has gone back East on an extended leave. To help father in the old corn field. Business was slow on the old work train, So “Chaddy” thought he’d get out on the main. So he bid in on Easton, just over the hill. Where he has been “ticking the keys” with won- derful skill. But the boys at Cle Elum had fun with “Chad,” And they soon got his “goat” with their sarcastic chat. Which caused much amusement among the folks here At the expense of our friend “Ticker Chadderon, ’ dear. No more beautiful Morse now do we hear, On the Milwaukee, far or neaY, But, boys at Cle Elum, have no fear, “Ticker Chadderdon’s” return is drawing near. Wools, Blurae and Adams miss “Old Ticker” much, As they hear no more his lightning touch. But console yourselves, as gents, he’ll be back at the key, According to the dope around Hotel Ash-lee. International 6. Great Northern Ry. Fort Worth Division — The joint meeting of the Fort Worth and Gulf Divisions, held at Valley Jet. on Sunday, March 1 6th, was an enthusiastic one, and, although many we would like to have had with us were unable to get relief, everything considered, a good crowd attended, and several matters of importance were taken up and discussed. Those attending were: Bros. Latham, Calvert; Parker, Calvert Jet.; Webner, Mart; Gaston, Mar- lin; McCauley, Mum ford; Dew, College Station; Heliums and Bradley, Bryan; Hungate, Jewett; McNeal, Hearne; Jones and Wilson, Valley Jet. Bro. Webner will call a meeting in the near future, either at Mart or Waco — probably the latter — as more will be able to attend there. Bedias and Highbank agencies are now on bul- letin. Bro. Gaston, who bid in third Bryan, spent a few days in Fort Worth before getting down to the grind. Bro. Miller was assigned Stonehara agency, vice Bro. Dankin, who goes to Leroy. Third Stoneham was pulled off recently, Bros. Dunkin and Miller Digitized by Google

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610 The Railroad Telegrapher. working ten-liour tricks, with an hour for meals, Bro. Heliums going to Bryan third temporarily. A non, who signs “UN,” and has the best-pay- ing telegraph job on the Fort Worth Division, enjoying a $5 raise secured by the O. R. T., com- plains because he is sometimes held fifteen or twenty minutes, and not quite long enough to make an hour overtime. What right has he to kick if he works two hours overtime every day without any extra pay? It is now Bro. Wilson at Itlay. That shows what can be done by keeping after the nons. We gave him no rest until he took out his card. A few more and we will be 100 per cent strong. This division is in better shape now than it has been for some time. Everybody is taking interest, which speaks well for Bro. Webner’s ability as a local chairman. Not a brother sent me a line this month, and I have no way of finding out what is going on north of Mart. Drv. Cor. RESOLUTIONS OI* APPRECIATION. Oakwood, Texas, March 3, 1913. In appreciation of past good service, we, the undersigned committee, wish to express to our retiring general chairman, Bro. J. M. Williams, of Venus, Texas, our most sincere thanks, and deeply regret that he has not seen fit to offer for re-election. We realize that Bro. Williams has always been an untiring worker, a wise counselor and a fearless defender of all our principles, and his work towards the upbuilding of the Order 011 System Division 25, as well as all his oth^- work while with us, is most highly appreciated. We wish him every success, and know he will continue to be a loyal worker in our ranks. R. B. Adams, D. D. Hungate, E. B. McLean, 1 Committee . Vandalia R. R. Middle Division — Expect sonic of us will be getting 0111 money twice a month and enjoying our raise. Most of us can use it. E. McFarland, who bid in third McKeen, is living at Dennison. John Archer was visiting home folks recently. New steel has been laid between Liggett and Clear Creek curve, two miles east of Dennison. The engineers on the new engines surely try them on the new track. No. 24 recently made a flying run from Marshall to Terre Haute with engine No. 8 — about eighteen miles - in fifteen minutes, making a stop at River Bridge. C. C. Johnson, first McKcen. was off last month with mumps. E. E. Henderson, first Tcutopolis, took in Terre Haute a while back. Jess Hargis, a section man working on the steel gang between Liggett and Farrington, got his foot smashed and was taken to the hospital at Terre Haute. E. B. Newman, third Homer, has been working at Altamont, 111., and H. M. Sewell, third “K” tow'er. T. N. Husted has been relieving E. B. N. on third Homer. If it hadn’t been for the Order, we would be working twelve hours for $45 per, with no privi- leges. Let’s show that we are thankful by doing our part to get in the nons, and then we can have prosperous times. Hope we can get in more news by next month. Slim and Andy. Missouri Pacific R. R. Joplin Division — Dispatchers on this division are telling the boys to sign “31” ordbrs and hand them up on the fly to keep ’em going. This is bad practice, brothers, and it would be hard to shift the responsibility should something wrong come up. Bro. C. R. Ortell, of Oregon, took his new bug up to K. C. to try it out on some heavy wire* in “CY” office, as well as renew his acquaint- ances in that office and take in some good shows. Bro. Ortell is doing some good missionary work, and we are indebted to him for some of these items. He and Bro. Porter keep the nons answer- ing questions on the north end. Adrian agency was bid in by Mr. Patterson. He is patiently waiting to be relieved at Lamar, *0 he can go home and plant potatoes, when he will take out a card. Bids on Lamar closed February 25th, but no announcement made yet. .Most ‘of the boys got their 1912 vacation money on March 15th. One or two are still under inves- tigation, on account of time lost. There seems to be no definite arrangements made relative to the amount of time lost in a twelve-month period. However, the company has a right to expect an employe to give a certain amount of service in a year’s time to entitle him to a vacation. If you were sick 365 days, you are still considered in the service, but it is evident that the company does not owe you a vacation. Any who were “up against” this proposition for 1912 are invited to take it up with me, and I will endeavor to get a specific ruling on it. Possibly our contemplated schedule will clear up this matter. On March 14th we had the pleasure of meeting with the other local chairmen of the system in St. Louis. Thirteen out of seventeen of us were there. That “thirteen” didn’t bother us any, as wc sent for Bros. Quick and McQuade to break the “hoodoo,” and they gave us some fine talks on fraternal lines. * The meeting was full of enthusiasm, and good must result from it. The proposed new schedule is a “hummer,” and if our general committee can land all it calls for. we will sure be proud of them. Now is the time to stiffen up your backbone and support your committee. The management has been so occu- pied with representatives of the trainmen and Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 611 other organizations who got their bid in ahead of us that progress seems slow, but we must be patient and our time will come. It is proposed to date back any increase that is granted, which will make up in a measure. The local chairmen were treated to a banquet at the Rozier Hotel by the committee, which was surely appreciated and had the unani- mous thanks of tlje bunch. The efforts of Bros. Maxwell, Mohler, Morgan and Wilmarth in committee work were shown to be appreciated by their re-election, and Bro. Lewis, of the Mountain, was elected to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Bro. Burford. A. L. Claypool relieved “yours truly” while he was on the trip. We missed train 210 at Webb City the evening of the 14th, and had to take the Frisco out of Oronogo and pay eight “bucks” for a ticket. That hurt, you bet. Bro. C. L. Bone, from second Joplin, is doing an extra stunt in “X” Nevada. Bro. Roy Chusted also served a term in that office, and Bro. F. D. Schnidcr is back at Butler second, after a turn in “X“ office extra. Bro. Jesse Ellis, from the dispatching force, visited with his parents at Webb City on Sunday, March 15th, accompanied by his better half and little daughter. Bro. C. H. Wilson is agent at Adrian pending regular transfer, Bro. Maben going from third to second and Bro. Porter to third from Archia temporarily, as Bro. Porter drew Archia nights on recent bulletin. We are a little proud to announce the advent into the Order of the oldest man on the Joplin Division in point of service — Bro. J. R. Tolliver, of Pleasanton — who stands at the top of the seni- ority list and at the bottom of the card list, but we are glad to see him in anyway. This demon- strates that a man can not get so old in the serv- ice that the Order becomes “no good” to him. Bro. Tolliver always was a good fellow and never was a “knocker,” just bad luck and sickness kept him out. The boys will be glad to extend him a brotherly greeting. For a long time Bro. Strohl, at Gridley, held up the banner on Madison branch alone. Now the lonesome one is Brown at Madison, and we hope to pull him in and make it solid. Brothers, don’t forget about your benefit dues. Bro. Quick can not issue your new card if your card dues are paid and benefit dues unpaid. Even up on both at the same time, and get the “paste- board” and be safe. Wish some more of the boys would help me out with some items. Fraternally, C. V. Rowe, Local Chairman. Wichita Division — Some of the brothers are making a great mistake by returning to the office after hours to get some farmer his Montgomery & Ward 25-cent shipment. The same 'agent would probably decline to do so for one of their big shippers, but the big ship- per has too much business about him to ask you to do this for him. We are paying thousands of dollars of our hard-earned cash to get concessions from the company, such as better pay, shorter hours and overtime, ^nd then turn right around and make an extra trip to the office after hours and not even get thanks for it. If the company calls us to the statidn it is worth 50 cents. Why should we do it for some farmer for thanks and probably not that. It is not right and, if all the agents will stand together, close up on time and then stay closed, the people who trade with these mail order houses will soon become educated to the fact that they must do business in office hours. The agent who does such work as we have men- tioned is not only breaking the company’s rules by remaining on duty, but is spoiling a bunch that the next agent will have to fight. The writer once followed a weak-minded agent who made this a business and the result was the new agent was called upon from one to three times nightly for about a month. Why not cut it out and do business in a business way. Cert. 1842. Wichita Division Notes — The brothers promise me lots of news items for next month but can’t think of anything this time, and I am still looking for three or four items one of the assistant local chairmen promised to send me some time ago. If each member will send me the local happenings just as they occur, we can have a good write-up every month. It is now Bros. Chas. Bryan, who recently bid in Yates Center; E. J. Zimmerman, Pontiac and I*. D. Robbins, Hutchinson; also Sister I. V. Noble, extra at Benton. Keep after the other five nons and they will soon be with us. Bro. Mctt has returned from a ten days’ trip to St. Louis attending the annual meeting of the local chairmen. We are certainly glad that he was elected as delegate to the convention. Write him what you want done and he will certainly do his best for you. Bro. Webb, who relieved Bro. Mott, was relieved on Lyons second by Bro. Griffis. Understand the agent at Eldorado and Mr. Shel- don, Ft. Scott agency, are to change places. Bro. J. B. Copp, who went to the I. M. S. 'in Southern Arkansas for his health, is improving and will probably soon be with us again. Bro. Gordy bid in Toronto agency, and Bro. S. G. Hudelson, of Towanda, with thirteen years seniority, bid in Clearwater agency. Bro. Cliff, Underwood, has returned from a visit with friends and relatives in Iowa. Mr. Cohn, at Neal, has forgotten to get a card. All of you write him about it. Sister Eva Twiggs has returned from a visit with her brother at Latham and friends at Gueda Springs. Bro. Sloan was relieved a few days by a new man. Write to the members of the general committee your ideas of a plan by which we might receive a fair and just compensation for handling of the United States mail and parcel post. The express , Digitized by Google

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612 The Railroad Telegrapher. commissions have decreased about one-third, and the mail business increased about the same amount even at the small stations, where it often runt six big paper sacks and one or two lock pouches from one train, with four trains a day that handle mail. We might as well demand more money as there probably never will be less mail. Boys, please send me a good bunch of news for next month. If you only have one item, send it, and don’t forget that we still have a few nons. G. E. T., Div. Cor. Central Kansas Division — Bro. J. M. Stillman has accepted a position as cashier in the Bushong State Bank, relieved at Bushong agency by Bro. White, pending bulletin, relieved on second by Bro. W. J. Thigpen, who bid in Oaflin third, when Bro. VVhite bid in “BN” agency. Bro. Hanson “BN” fcirti, has a good show to be reinstated. His record is clear, and al- though he has lost an arm, be has had considerable service on the Colorado Division. Bro. Winters, Osage City, is being relieved sixty days by Extra Agent Alford. Bro. Neale, while in St. Louis, was relieved by Mr. Dumcan, from “GM.” We lost out on the election, but had the members on this divi- sion done their duty and turned out even a two- thirds vote our local chairman would have been elected. Bro. Neale is certainly deserving. He is a hard worker, and has the interest of the mem- bers at heart. I hope the members on this divi- sion will take a little more interest than this in the future. Several new members failed to get the official ballots, but there were enough old members to have carried the election. Please don’t forget next time. Bro. Sorrels is back from St. Louis. We hope he has improved in health. It looks as though the Mo. Pac. could find a place for a man who has given the best of his life in its service. Bro. Luffman, Marquette second, has resigned and gone to Canada. Couldn’t stand our weather. Bro. Headington, third Stillwell, is acting as relief agent at Bucyrus, bid in. Bro. Akins re- lieved at Gyp City agency on bid by Bro. Schaffer from “JN.” Bro. S. E. Hale, while on a trip to Overbrook looking up some of his “taxable,” was relieved by Mr. Lumbeck. The writer was over to Mar- quette and everything was lovely during the bosses absence. Bro. Winters, agent Osage City, has returned from a sixty-day layoff, Bro. Alford going to “BY” several nights, then to Claflin a few days. Haven’t called the roll since the last two storms, but think that every one is still alive. Understand our genial local chairman was de- layed getting home on account of being sidetracked when the diner was cut off the train. If this is untrue he will have to fight it out with the man who made the statement. Cert. 2309. 1 Colorado Division — Bro. Odell has been appointed local chairman Colorado Division, vice Bro. Bullard. We hope Bro. Odell can make all the hard-shells come across and make this division solid. There are a few whom I think would come in if the brothers working with them would go right after them. We are nearly 80 per cent solid now. Clifford Elias, extra “GU” office promises to come in next pay day and I will sure keep after him and wish others would do the same, as it is hard for one man to secure all the applications over 340 miles of track. Let’s all do our best to get our next neighbors. Mr. Loberding is now at Horace agency pend- ing the adjusted to Bro. VanFossen’s favor, which we all hope will be soon. Harry Haines is relieving Bro. Gilbert at Olney Springs agency, owing to sickness. We all hope to soon see him back on duty. Bro. Maurice is back after his extended trip South. Bro. F. E. Miller, bid in second Pueblo regular. Geo. Hall, manager Pueblo, is away visiting, Mr. Upson relieving. Bro. Huss, recently discharged, has been re- instated through the influence of Bro. Maxwell, general chairman, and Bro. Connors, recently pulled out of service at Eads, will be back again shortly. They can not keep good men down. Bro. Strait, of Eads, purchased a motorcycle in Pueblo recently. His wife will not have to wait so long to see him out on the Ranch now. Horace third is up for bulletin. Understand there will be many more in the near future. F. E. Miller, Cert. 323. Div. Cor., Pueblo, Colo. HAVE YOU A CARD? We crowded in a boxcar, Not a soul could bear to sleep; It was freezing on the outside, And the snow was two feet deep. When along came a brakeman. And shouted to his pard; “Make all those fellows unload Who have not got a card.” We rolled up to the roundhouse And wanted to get warm; We thought for us to go inside That it would do no harm. Then we met a burly fellow, Who sized us up real hard, Then gently whispered in my ear, “Have you fellows got a card?” We were walking through the city, Through the snow, and slush and sleet. When we met a big policeman Strolling leisurely along his beat; He stared at us intently, And our weary souls were jarred, For he said: “Who be you fellows? Have you got a union card?” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 613 Wc walked into a bakery. For we wanted something hot; To stall the bakers for something hot to eat It was our lucky lot. We told our sad, sad tales of woe — We were up against it hard. Says they: "We will treat and feed you too; But, we will have to see your card.” All along life’s rugged journey, Should we meet with friend or foe, It is best to have the goods in print, Then every one will know That we stand for human freedom, And with conscience unmarred, We can go on our way rejoicing, Carrying a union card. Shout it out among the nations, In summer heat or wintry gale; Till the angels join in the chorus Over the heavenly vale. Then when Gabriel blows his trumpet. You will find the gates are barred, Unless they can present St. Peter With a paid-up union card. St. Louis, Iron Mountain 6. Southern R y. Illinois Division— Bro. A. W. Duncan was re-elected local chairman and delegate to the convention at Baltimore in May. Boys, lets bring this division to the front by giving Bro. Duncan all the assistance and in- formation you can. By doing this you will be assisting others as well as yourself, and your assist- ance will receive the heartfelt appreciation of your local chairman, who recently attended a meeting of the various local chairmen in St. Louis. J. C. Morris is now at Ford nights. Bush has been converted into a dispatcher’s office in charge of the switch engines in the coal field. The three dispatchers there with a day telegrapher are kept quite busy. These positions have been considerably improved since building a new depot, a new yard office, a nice new Y. M. C. A., and everything electric lighted, including the yards. Bro. Rhodes, second Gorham, was recently married. Congratulations. Agent Medlin has decided to remain at Gorham. We hope to soon sec the $55 jobs on this divi- sion paying $62.50 and up. Roots, Reily Lake third, Valmeyer second, Menard nights, Murphysboro second and third, Bond first, second and third are among the positions which pay only $55 and they should pay more. Boys, it takes organization to accomplish our rights. Mr. Stone, of Ware, off with the mumps. Warnock nights is a block and only pays $40. Not much prospect for an increase. The non there is asking for bulletins perhaps with a view of promotion. We need his membership. A1 Jordan is now at Menard nights. We hope he will come in right away. Agent Carter, at McClure, we understand, is a knocker, but every knock is a boost. Halsey, three tricks, all solid. Bro. Eudy is at Reynoldsville. Bro. Suhre is again agent at Reily Lake, vice Miss jacket, who has dropped out, apparently on account of some imaginary grievances. We hope she will soon realize her mistake and come in again. Many thanks to Bro. Cliff Roberson, who fur- nished some good items from the south end. We expect a splendid business this season. Let all do everything we can for our company. We should all be soliciting agents. If you know of a passenger who is going to make a trip, or some one who has something to ship, do your best to induce them to use our line. Show the public courtesy every time you have that opportunity, you will never lose anything by so doing. Attend to your business and always try to do your work just a little better than the man at your side. Our superiors are contin’ially looking for good men and if you don’t come up to the standard you should not be disannointed if you fail to get pro- moted. To succeed in anything legitimate we must use our best efforts and show our ability and desire by good work. Therefore, let’s appeal to the nons and delinquents with all our might, keep- ing courage, and we are sure to win. Notify your local chairman of each non, delinquent and new- comer, whether nons or up to date. If they are members of some other division we want them transferred, if nons we want their applications, and if delinquent we want them to pay up and become active. Nons and delinquents are usually dead ones, so we don’t want either on our division. There is much to be accomplished, so wake up and be a real live wire. Don’t be indifferent and ready to find fault with your local chairman, but do something for the good of our cause, and learn to work in harmony. Be a booster and when you compare the year ending December 31, 1913, with 1912, you will be sure to see a great improvement on this division. Div. Coa. Illinois Division Notes — I hope each division gets a good man to handle the reins. It seems to be a hard matter to show these youngsters the benefit of the O. R. T., but experi- ence is the best teacher. Gorham first is on bulletin. C. E. Thomas bid in Valmeyer agency, Mr. Foshin relieving him at Howardton pending bulletin. Bro. Hagenmiller, of Valmeyer, goes to Gor- ham agency, vice Bto. Medlin. Bro. E. Miller bid in second Raddle, relieving Bro. Nicks, who takes third there. Bro. Rhodes is on first Gorham pending bulle- tin, relieved by Font Aughome at Rockwood. Bro. Williams is at Chester days, recently opened. Menaw and Ford nights also lately opened. — twelve hours, $55 per month. A twelve- hour night job will also be opened at Ware soon. Bulletin on first Radder Jet. canceled, Mr. Law- rence refusing Valmeyer agency. Brothers, get after the nons and delinquents on this division, but don’t bully them nor fight them Digitized by Google

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614 The Railroad Telegrapher. off the wire. Show them that they need the O. R. T. and that we need them, and they can’t help coming in. "You can talk a non into taking out a card easier than you can drive him to it. The management is going to build dwelling quarters at places where there are no houses to be had. Let's all get together and make this division solid. Send me your items by the twentieth, and let’s ha\o a good write-up by next month. Cert. 2271. St. Louis & San Francisco R. R. All Members Division No. 3.? — The following officers were elected in February for the ensuing term: Local chairmen — W. B. Musgrave, Stafford, Mo., Eastern Division; C. C. Larson, Exeter, Mo., Central Division; H. E. Stone, Hugo, Okla., Red River Division; F. G. Casey, Oklahoma City, Okla., Southwestern Divi- sion; C. D. Brewer, Enid, Okla., Western Divi- sion; G. V V. Curtis, Carl Jet., Mo., Kansas Divi- sion; R. G. Watkins, Portageville, Mo., River and Cape Divisions; J, D. Potter, Tupelo, Miss., South- eastern Division; C. G. Kelso, Springfield, Mo., Northern Division; M. T. Fullington, Springfield, Mo., Ozark Division, and E. G. Butler, Humans- \dllc, Mo., K. C. C. & S. Division. C. G. Kelso was elected general chairman, and M. T. Fullington general secretary and treasurer. Delegates to Baltimore Convention, 1^913 — Harry Fellows, Springfield, Mo.; \V. B. Musgrave, Strafford. Mo.; C. C. Larson, Exeter, Mo.; H. E. Stone, Hugo, Okla.; F. G. Casey, Oklahoma City, Okla.; P. M. Gamble, Ncodesha, Kan.; R. G. Watkins, Portageville, Mo.; J.1 D. Potter, Tupelo, Miss.; B. C. Dodd, Denison, Tex.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Springfield, Mo. Alternates— J. H. Hunter, Olathe, Kan.; J. P. Downey, Newberg, Mo.; S. Kclton, Chester, Ark.; R. W. Berry, Foreman, Ark.; L. A. Schooler, Oklahoma City, Okla.; C. W, Werdein, Joplin, Mo; O. E. Keith, Pocahontas, Ark.; C. C. Lindsey, New Albany, Miss.; S. R. Upshaw, Dublin, Tex.; C. M. Hughes, Olden, Mo. Fraternally, M. T. Fullington, Gen’I S. & T. All Members Kansas Division — Greetings: I am proud of my success in being dieted local chairman, and desire to express my heartfelt thanks and groat appreciation for the loyal sup- port and confidence given me by the members of this division. 1 wish to assure you that I shall at all times be governed by the Golden Rule: “Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.” I sincerely trust you will all cooperate with me, in order that I may be of the very best service to you in making this division a better and more solid one. I shall be only too willing at all times to otter any advice possible. 1 earnestly urge you to report any infringe- ments or violations of our schedule to your local chairman for adjustment, and we must Five up to our part of the agreement. If this is practiced by all concerned, there will be no trouble what ever. Should there be any violations of our agree- ment, however, advise me as soon as possible, with a statement of facts covering the case, to enable the local board of adjustment to make a satisfactory investigation and adjustment of the matter. Let us all work together in perfecting our n: ganization. I will call a meeting of the division at the very first opportunity, as in this way wc become better acquainted and can co-operate in a manner that will prove beneficial to all concerned. Fraternally, G. W. Curtis, Local Chairman. Kansas Division Notes- - I wish to thank the boys for the items received, and hope each of you will contribute all the news you can in the future. An office has been opened at Ruth yards, Jop- lin, with Mr. Eagen on first, relieved on third Fredonia by a Santa Fe man. Bro. Hockey, re- lieved on third Wichita by Bro. Garrett, is on second, relieved on second Wichita by Mr. Jen- kins, who was relieved on third \Vrichita by a Western Union man, pending bulletin. The boys at Ruth, in addition to the joint job w ith the M. O. & G., Baxter to Joplin, which gives them twelve trains more per day, are compelled to weigh cars, the scales being located in that .office. Bro. Young, from Bristow, on the Southwestern Division, is now at Joplin night ticket office. Bo>s, let's get after these nons and show them the many advantages of the organization, and 1 am sure they will not withhold their applications Bro. F'arrar, first Wichita, on the sick list a few days, was relieved by Bro. Garrett. Bro. Casebeer is now day ticket clerk at Car- thage, third there being bid in by Koeller, a new man. Bro. Hastings, second Cherryvale,* has resigned to enter the Postal service there, but will still remain the worthy menfber he has proven himself for a number of years. R. G. Blake bid in Altamont agency, relieved at Frederick, Kan., agency on bid by Bro. Shacklett. I have appointed as division correspondent Bro. W. 1*\ Schofield, Oswego, Kan., and urgently re- quest each and every member to send him all the changes, etc., by the twentieth, in order that we may have a good write-up each month. Let’s all get together and make this one of the strongest divisions on the FTisco by each one getting the non working next to him. G. W. Curtis, Local Chairman. Central Division- — Agent White, Stanley, Okla., resigned, relieved by B. F. McOueen, a new man. Agent Perdue, Albion, goes to Talihina as teleg- rapher, and files his application. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 615 Bro. Francis, agent Tuskahoma, is on vacation, relieved by Mr. Foster. We extend Bro. Ellis, agent Bentonvillc, Ark., our deepest sympathy during these sad hours owing to the death of his wife, and thank the telegraphers for the liberal contribution tendered him< He was relieved by Bro. Ware, who recently relieved Agent Perdue at Albion. Bro. Bass, who was pulled off at Welling, dis- placing Bro. Harvey at Morris, has been relieved there by Harvey, pending bulletin. Bro. Powell is now ticket agent at Muskogee. Bro. Frost, third Rogers, on leave, was relieved by H. O. Walker, later resigned, relieved by R. G. Peck, from the Santa Fe. We will appreciate the assistance of the mem- bers in lining up the few remaining nons on the division and sending in memos for the journal. C. C. Larson, Local Chairman. Baltimore & Ohio R. R. Wheeling Division — The following appointments have been made to the L. B. of A. for Wheeling Division for the term ending March i, 1915: Bro. J. B. Springer, Colfax, W. Va., Manning- ton to Winona; Bro. L. E. Wilson, 2324 Market St., Wheeling, Wheeling District, Moundsville to Bridgeport; Bro. H. A. Schultz, Box 36, Flushing, Ohio, Barton to Holloway, Ohio, and Bro. L. E. Wilson, 2324 Market St., Wheeling, W. Va., has been reappointed division correspondent. Please co-operate with these brothers in their work of organizing and maintaining the Order. Send all notes for the journal to Bro. Wilson on or before the 18th of each month, as he must mail them out on the 20th of each month. Yours fraternally, C. L. Allender, L. C. Wheeling Division Notes — We arc glad to welcome Bro. A. C. Hawkins, formerly of Benton Ferry, back to the business again. He has sold his dairy at Morgantown, W. Va., and caught the six months’ vacancy granted Bro. A. G. Heck, second Barrackville. B. F. Jones, extra of Cameron, had the mis- fortune to lose his foot jumping off Xo. 23 at Cameron recently, returning home from relieving Bro. E. C. Shewbridge on first Rosby’s Rock. Bro. W. S. Boyce, Burton, W. Va., was off a few days in March and Bro. L. E. Wilson, of Mannirrgton, was calling on friends at Burton re- cently. Bro. A. G. Youst, first Glover Gap, was relieved for a week by Bro. Edw. Voight, of Benwood, on account of sickness. Get busy brothers, and pay up, then get that non next door. We have one hundred and eight jobs on this division and want one hundred and twenty-five members by June 30th. If you will all lend a hand we can easily make this small gain. Bro. C. Linn, first Winona, bid in first “FY,” relieved by II. S. Barnes, pending bulletin. Bro. L. R. Linn, third “CY” tower, on vaca- tion, was relieved by W. F. Hawkins, who also relieved Bro. C. L. Clelland, second Benton Ferry, while on a business trip to Huntington. Russel Nichols, second Colfax, off on account of an injured foot was relieved by H. H. Shorter. Bro. C. E. Fleming, third Barrackville, off on account of sickness, was relieved by C. F. McClus- key, who also relieved Bro. E. Jackson, second “FI” tower, a few days for the same reason. A. S. Rushford, first Mannington, while visiting relatives at Hinton, W. Va., was relieved by L. E. Wilson No. 2, who also relieved Bro. A. G. Youst, first Glover’s Gap, while attending the safety committee meeting at Wheeling. Bro. J. L. O’Dca, first Littleton, on a short vacation, was relieved by W. H. Johnson. Bro. C. E. Shewbridge, first Rosby’s Rock, was on a business trip to Baltimore recently and Bro. W. W. Little, second Rosby’s Rock, was a recent Wheeling caller. Bro. C. W. Holloway, first, and Bro. Van Fos- scy, second “AY’r Holloway, were off several days recently, relieved by G. A. Gallagher. Bro. A. M. Talbott, “HO” tower, off on ac- count of sickness, was relieved by W. W. McFar- land. R. A. Phadt, second “IIX” Benwood, is visit- ing relatives in Cuba. J. C. Mellott, first Benwood Jet., on a week’s vacation, was relieved by G. A. Gallagher. Bro. L. E. Wilson, third “WR” tower Wheel- ing, has returned after a week’s illness, relieved by Bro. Edward Voight. Bro. R. E. Fetty, first “WR,” visiting relatives at Fairraount, and Bro. J. H. Beatty, second “WR,” visiting relatives in Columbus a few days were relieved by Bro. E. Voight. Bro. C. L. Allender, second Littleton, was off a few days recently attending to business at Cin- cinnati. Automatic signals arc now beirfg installed be- tween Wheeling and Benwood Jet., which will prevent delays to trains, and relieve the teleg- raphers at “WR” tower and Benwood Jet. of blocking trains. Cert. 754. ConncUsvillc Division — T,he big new Sand Patch tunnel, 'costing $1,250,- 000 has been opened for traffic. It is double tracked throughout, lined with concrete to a depth of 6 feet, has a brick roof and is equipped with a modern system of ventilation. Seven thousand cubic yards of concrete and 2,000,000 brick were used in lining the tunnel. Bro. Bauman, third “RX,” has purchased a home in Meyersdale, where he will reside after April 1 st. Bro. Harry F. Habel, second Manila and wife have returned from a trip to points in Florida. Business is exceptionally good on this division and everyone should try to meet the requirements. Digitized by Google

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616 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. C. II. Snyder, first Stoyestown, wife and family spent a few days' vacation with friends at Garrett and Glencoe. Bro. Smith, third Roberts, was off several days on account of the death of his lister at Meyer*- dale. Mrs. Stewart M. Dehuff, wife of Bro. Dehuff, first manager Connellsville, was in Cumberland recently attending the funeral of her niece, Mrs. Stevens. Bro. R. B. Ellis, first Garrett, is now enjoying , an extended wedding tour with his bride. Con- gratulations. Mrs. J. W. Riffle, wife of Bro. Riffle, first S. & M. Jet., who leccntly underwent an operation in a Pittsburg hospital, is getting along nicely. C. R. Darrah, formerly first Sand Patch, is now operating a restaurant in Meyersdale. “ Dolly's” demand for justice was surprising. He ought to be glad he did not get it sooner. Div. Co*. Ohio Division, B. & O. S. W. — The “Bowser” has not had a write-up for some time, largely due to the boys not furnishing the tor respondent with the necessary items. The death of Dispatcher John Uhrip was flashed over the wires on March 6th. All who knew him, knows they have lost a consistent friend and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. Bro. Foster, third Midland City, was off a week, relieved by Mr. Flinn; Bro. C. L. Romine, Mid- land City, is on a six months’ leave taking in the Western States, Bro. T. R. Vandervort relieving. We regret to hear that Bro. Costello has been compelled to leave Belpre on account of paraly- sis. His condition is very serious, but we all hope he will soon be back at work again. Bro. Iulen, Musselman days, off six months, going to business college, was relieved by Mr. Flinn. Bro. Lyons at Blanchester, has been off owing to the sickness of his child. First Leesburg, has been put in charge of Agent Fultz, putting Bro. Maloney on second. Bro. Austin, Greenfield, was a recent caller on the west end. Bro. Grassley, Greenfield, off a short time, was relieved by Bro. Root, who later relieved Mr. Dewey at Mt. Sterling a few weeks. We are more than pleased that about every one on this division have paid up and hope the rest will do so at once and help to get in the nons along the way, showing them at every available opportunity the importance of their being in our ranks, especially the exclusive agents. While there are only a few who don’t belong, we need them all. Cert. 1509- IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, As it has pleased , our heavenly Father, the great supreme Ruler of the universe, to remove from our midst and call to his kce.o-ig our beloved brother, B. E. Mahoney of Fry’* Hill, Md., therefore be it Resolved, That the members of B. & O. Sys- tem, Division No. 33, extend their deep, sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the widow, mother and the children at the loss of the husband and father, who was an ideal as such, and who never faltered in the obligation to his loved ones. His death was a great blow, not only to his im- mediate family but to his many friends and as- sociates, in fact to all who knew him. Kindness, and to oblige was his main characteristic, nothing seemed to be a trouble to him, but a decided pleasure to favor and please those he came in contact with, and he was never known to have an enemy. Such was the sweet disposition and gentle dc meanor that marked the character of our de- parted brother, and we hope this tribute in words to his memory will act as a stimulant of con- dolence to still and calm the emotions of anguish of the bereaved family left behind to mourn his demise. There is one grand consolation to his family and to his friends, he was reconciled, resigned and ready to leave this world and enter the joys of the Lord and mingle with the angels at the throne of the heavenly grace. Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the bereaved family and also to Thb Rail- road Telegrapher for publication. G. L. Battersby, Philadelphia, Pa.. G. H. Smith, Belnap, Md., H. C. Beale, Aberdeen, Md., Committee. Chicago & Eastern Illinois R. R. Illinois Division — At the election in February, Bro. W. E. Hicks was re-elected local chairman and also representa- tive to the Baltimore convention, and Bro. L. B Johnson was elected alternate. Bro. Hicks’ majority shows the high esteem in which he is held on the division, and we are glad he was elected for another term. During the two terms he has held office we have made good advancement in members and working conditions, and he will no doubt use his best efforts for the good of the cause in the future as he has done in the past. However, a local chair- man can do very little without the co-operation of the members of the division, and it is hoped that every member will assist Bro. Hicks in every way possible to get the non-members to join and also help with their money and influence in raising our standard still higher. A meeting is being arranged with the manage- ment and good results are expected if the com- mittee is backed by a strong membership. It is now Bros. Martin and Cullum at Tamms, and O. Peterson at Hall. There are several other new members whose names have not been furnished Bro. E. M. Newton, agent Goreville, bid in first Hudgens Jet. L. Odum, third Harion, got second “SX” tower, and Bro. Wattenberger, sec- ond Johnston City, gets second West Frankfort Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 617 yard. E. A. Green, agent Ina, bid in Kell agency, his home town. Sorry to lose Bro. Z. F. Freeman, former agent at Kell. He was always one of our loyals, and we wish him well wherever he goes. Bro. R. C. Fleming, third Findlay Jet., bid in third at Fair Ground, placing him at his home town, Sbelbyville. Bro. A. L. Calvert, first Find- lay Jet., has returned from a thirty-day honeymoon. Congratulations. Bro. C. C. Kniffen relieved him. F. R. Thixton, bid in third Moccasin. He wants a $65 minimum, but ain't willing to spend some of the money the Order has already secured for him. Bro. C. J. Booth went to Mt. Carmel, 111., re- lieved on third Okaw by C. E. Berringer, who later bid it in. Bro. L. E. Regenold, at Hall, has already lined up enough nons to entitle him to a prize ring, and two of them were hard ones. Let the good work go on. W. S. Toney is on third Findlay Jet., until Bro. Clark is assigned there. Bro. A. Chrisman, second “OW” Salem, spent Easter with home folks at Westervelt, relieved by H. E. Bartram. Bro. E. F. LaBrier, first Salem yard, has a new Underwood typewriter. I wish to thank all the brothers for remembering me in the recent election, and I am also thankful to Bro. Sturman at Cypress and Bro. Johnston at Hall for items furnished me this month. “JN" at “NY." Chesapeake & Ohio Ry. Clifton Forge Division t Mountain and James River Districts — Business is good, and the extra men are gettting plenty of work. Bro. H. S. Shuey was re-elected local chairman on the Mountain District, and Bro. R. L. Fletcher elected local chairman James River District, suc- ceeding Bro. D. H, Scott, who has served faithfully for many years. We hope the brothers will sup- port these officers in every way possible for our success. They are entitled to it and should have it. Bro. G. B. Persinger relieved Bro. J. L. Bailey, third Charlottesville, who displaced Bro. E. W. Coleman, relief agent. The latter with his wife and little daughter are now visiting Mrs. Cole- man's parents at Escandido, Cal. Bro. C. P. Young relieved Bro. A. N. Garrett, third Craigsville, who displaced Bro. O. C. Stinnett, second Glenwilton, who relieved Bro. T. L. Millo- way on third there. Bro. R. A. Barbee, agent Eagle Mountain, is quite ill, relieved by Bro. R. L. Fletcher, and he by Bro. L. W. Ayers, relieved by Bro. C. E. Davis. Bro. H. L. Simpson has resumed after a few days' illness, relieved by H. C. Peters, a new man. C. W. Orange, a new qian, is on second Stapleton while Bro. L. G. Bear is off sick. Bro. L. L. Strickland bid in second Waugh, and Bro. H. C. Worley went to third Joshua Falls pend- ing bids. Sister Sallie Crane, Griffith nights, still on the sick list, relieved by Bro. J. G. Thompson. Bros. J. D. Kincaid and McCutchin are on extra at Lyle. Bro. C. B. Lewis relieved Bro. R. L. Stinnett, second “JD." a few days on account of sickness. It is about time for the Rev. Dr. John Russel Rodgers to fill his old promise to get an up-to-date. C. L. Maupin, agent Reusens, resigned, relieved by Bro. F. S. Grove, second Abert, pending regu- lar assignment, relieved by G. W. Quisenberry. C. F. Crist is on third Abert pending bids. I would be very thankful if some of you brothers would send me a few notes for a write-up. Either do this or give us a good write-up in the next edition of the journal yourselves. Cut. 579. Lexington and Big Sandy District — I, for one, would like to see a write-up from this part of the C. & O. every month, be it ever so short, and perhaps others would like to see what the faithful O. R. T. boys are enjoying. We are just starting on a new schedule with a $69 minimum, and conditions bettered in many places. I understand the phone will shortly displace'the telegraph on this district for dispatching trains. Let's all do our part when the change is made by continuing to give the best service possible. We will never lose anything by loyalty to the interests we serve in this respect. It will raise our standard of manhood, elevate us in the esteem of others, and commands the regard of our employers. “DF" and “CF" agencies, and second at “AX" and “WD" are open pending bids; “DF" vacancy being caused by the death of Bro. Ellison. We all extend our heartfelt sympathy to Bro. Ellison's wife and family in their great bereavement. Bro. McCallum bid in third “RN." Bro. Penix goes to Helli6r agency, and Agent Hubbard goes to “SY" agency. Bro. Baker has returned from his sixty days’ vacation, but got knocked out of his trip around the world on account of sickness. One of Bro. Baker’s sermons is to be printed each month in The Telegrapher. We are glad to know we have one brother who is following in the footsteps of the Master. Cut. 599. Erie R. R. Deposit, N. Y., March 2, 1913. Brothers: In accordance with Section 69 of the Constitu- tion, a committee was appointed to ballots with the following result: count the Dist. For Rep. Address Votes Maj. 1 — W. H. Husted.. .Richwood, Ohio... .10 10 2 — W. S. Lowrie.. .Warren, Ohio.... .14 4 H. E. Herrington. Warren, Ohio... .10 3— W. W. McGraw. .Industry, N. Y.. • 4 E. J. Shirm .Darien, N. Y.... • 9 5 4 — C. L. Bridge .Deposit, N. Y.. .23 10 E. J. Hesser. . . .Elmira, N. Y. . . . , .13 5 — F. W. Coleman. .Paterson, N. J.. 47 44 P. J. Donnelly.. . Sloatsburg, N. Y .. 3 Digitized by Google

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618 The Railroad Telegrapher. Diat. For Alt. Address Votes Maj. 1— J. H. Cole. .Dectaur, Ind. . . . . . 10 10 2 — W. H. Owens. . . .Niles, Ohio . . .21 21 3 — J. M. Dolliver.. .Wallace, N. Y.. ... 9 9 4 — M. J. Gallagher. .Deposit, N. Y.. . . . 5 S. L. Jackson. . . .Cameron, N. Y. . . .24 19 5— T. Cole .Newark, N. J. . . . . .29 21 L. A. Utter .Mahwah, N. J.. ... 8 For Local Chairmen. Divisions Candidates. Votes Maj. New York F. W. Coleman. • -47 43 P. J. Donnelly. . • • 4 Del. and Jeff M. J. Gallagher. .. 9 9 Wyoming Cal. Crane • • 5 5 Susquehanna .E. J. Hesser... ..18 9 S. L. Jackson.. • • 9 Rochester M. J. Dolliver. •- 5 5 All. & Bradford J. M. Higgins.. •• 9 9 Buffalo % E. J. Shirm. . . . . . 9 9 Meadville H. E. Herrington.. 9 9 Mahoning .W. S. Lowrie.. . . . 12 12 Cincinnati ,W. H. Husted.. . . . 9 9 Chicago & Erie...,. ,J. H. Cole . . . 10 10 Yours fraternally, C. L. Bridge, G. S. & T. Mahoning Division — Sunday, March 9th, there was held in Youngs- town an afternoon and evening meeting. Both sessions were well attended. Many who were at the afternoon meeting attended the evening session. Among the speakers were: Bro. J. A. New- man, first vice-president; Bro. Husted, general chairman, and the committee. Bro. Newman’s remarks were along the line of organization work and why all should keep after the nons. A general outline of the work done by the com- mittee in the past year was detailed by Bro. Hus- ted, and a general outline of the membership and financial resources by Bro. Bridge, secretary and treasurer. Other chairmen talked about their respective divisions, and a general good time was enjoyed by all. We hope in the near future to have these gentlemen with us again. The entire committee was called to Youngstown on March 10th for reorganization. Bro. Husted was elcc.ed general chairman; Bro. C. L. Bridge, secretary and treasurer; Bro. F. W. Coleman, assistant G. C. ; J. H. Cole, second G. C., and M. J. Gallagher, third assistant G. C. This makes a good working team, and we should give them all the encouragement possible, as their road is not covered with roses. Bundy has returned from the Wyoming Divi- sion after several years’ absence, and has been assigned to second “BR.” Owens, first, of! a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Lacy. Alyward, first “CS,” w;as also off a few days on account of sickness. A set of dispatchers will probably be assigned to the New Castle branch soon, on account of heavy business. The office will be at Ferrell, formerly South Sharon. Smith, second copier “DY,” is working as first trick dispatcher while Jones is off. Snyder has resigned and gone with the L. S. & M. S. Cassady, second “PN,” off a few nights sick; no one to relieve him and office was closed during the trick. “WA” second also closed for same reason while Saltsman was off sick. Bacon is improving his spare time and financial resources by raising guinea pigs. Address R. F. D. 1. William Armstrong, first “CB,” resigned to go into the shoe business at Niles. Williams, first “JU,” resigned to accept a better position with a steel company at Sharon. Slats. Susquehanna Division — Bro. I. E. Kelly, of Corning, was off a tew days, visiting his old home at Millport, on the Northern Central. Bro. J, E. Wcxloski third Painted Post, was on third “MJ” tower for a few weeks. Bro. Beach, “MJ” tower third, is on first there while Bro. Hesser is on a trip to California. Bro. D. Thompson, of Waverly, was off two days recently on account of a death in his family. The dispatchers in “RF” are working through from Hornell to Susquehanna now, and the phones are holding up pretty good under the strain. No items were sent in to the correspondent this month. Everything is quiet and not much news on the division. Mike, Cert. 366. Lima Division, C. & E. — The committee has been before the officials in New York several times recently, and expect to go again in a few days, and will do all it possibly can to improve conditions and get us an increase of wages. Let us all stand by the committee and show that we appreciate what is being done for us by paying our dues promptly. Those who lag behind should remember that it is no harder for them to pay up than for some who have families and are always up to date. Bro. Geiger, second Markle, who has been sick for several months, at last report was no better. Bros. McKinnea, Coal and Teeple make “DA” solid. Wish we could say this for all the offices; then the committee could do business. Bro. Lautsenhizer, first Kingsland, is thinking of going to braking. We are sorry to see a brother like him leave us. It is now Bro. Brasher, agent Harrods. Bro. Huston, general chairman from the Cin- cinnati Division, was over our division a few days after the nons, with good success. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 619 of funds/’ as we got him an increase, from which he should take enough to keep up his dues. They are the ones who are the most impatient to know what the committee is going to get and have done nothing to help get it. H. D. Chicago Division — Bro. Husted, our general chairman, called a meeting at Rochester, Ind., March 7th, open to all telegraphers. It was held in the Commercial Club rooms, which were given us without cost and offered for our use again whenever desired. The meeting was very well attended, consider* ing the poor train service. We had with us Bro. J. A. Newman, first vice- president; Bro. Husted, general chairman, and Bro. Cole, local chairman. The meeting proved to be very interesting to all present, as Bro. New- man very clearly outlined the work which our organization had accomplished, and a great many questions, which, perhaps, have been viewed in doubt, especially by the nons, were placed in the light of understanding. We are glad to say that at the close several nons voiced their intention of coming with us next pay. Bros. Newman, Husted and Cole promised to be with us at any future meeting, if possible. This means a great deal to the further organizing of the system. Brothers, we should all put a shoulder to the wheel and help. Just because we do not have a write-up each month in The Telegrapher does not indicate that we have fallen by the wayside. We are here to stay. Watch for the notice of the next called meeting and join in with a “Come on boys; forward, march.” Div. Cor., Cert. 61. Canadian Northern Ry. Dauphin, Man., March 18, 1913* Brothers — The following officers have been elected for the coming two years: H. *G. Jollymore, local chairman, Halifax & Southwestern, Chester, N. S.; A. Geraldi, local chairman, Can. Nor. Quc., Cumberland, Ont. ; J. P. Blondeau, local chairman, Q. & L. St J., Jon- quiere, Que.; E. F. Chase, local chairman, Cent. Ont., Bancroft, Ont.; W. R. Thomas, local chair- man, Bay of Quinte, Deseronto, Ont.; E. M. Fisk, local chairman, Can. Nor. Ont., 330 Mont- rose ave., Toronto, Ont.; L. F. Muncey, Dist. 1, Cent. Div., Beaudette, Minn.; J. R. Williams, Dist. 2, Cent. Div., Belmont, Man.; R. C. Simp- son, Dist. 3, Cent. Div., Plumas, Man.; W. W. Stirling, Dist. 4, Cent. Div., Virden, Man.; G. H. Vasbinder, Dist. 1, West. Div., Gilbert Plains, Man.; R. B. Law, Dist. 2, West. Div., Davidson, Sask.; A. Chard, Dist. 3, West. Div., Fort Sas- katchewan, Alta. The delegates elected to the biennial convention were: Bros A. Geraldi, E. M. Fisk, L. F. Mun- cey, W.1 W. Stirling, G. H. Palmer, R. B. Law. We had a very successful year in 1912, and hope to see 1913 carry our work still further along. We added sixteen new members to our division in January by initiation and one by transfer, and added eleven new members in February, eight by' initiation and three by transfer. G. H. Palmer, G. S. & T. Central Division, District No. 1 — The Rainy River sub-division meeting was called for Sunday, March 9th, at Rainy River, Ont. Seventeen of the brothers attending. We have to thank Chief Dispatcher Brown and the trick dispatchers for their co-operation in letting the boys off. The number present showed that a lively interest is being taken in the doings of the O. R. T. Brothers present were: Muncey, Beaudette, Minn.; Hickie and Lawson, Rainy River; Rock, Severs and Hickis, D. I.; Cantelon, Graham and Moreau, Warroad, Minn.; Canham, Sprague, Man.; Meek, Swift, Minn.; Menzies, Roosevelt, Minn.; Grenon, Pitt, Minn.; Huggins, Sleeman, Ont.; Hacking, Emo, Ont.; Lawrence, Kewene, Ont., and Gillis, Rainy River. One new member was initiated and a very in- teresting discussion was held on the eight-hour day and other topics. Report of the financial standing of the division was submitted by Bro. Muncey, which compared very favorably with the Canadian Pacific Ry. and other lines. Very few grievances were brought up by the members and none of a serious nature, which goes to show that the officials and the men are working together fer the best interest of the .company. There is no better boost for the rail- road company or the O. R. T. than a satisfied em- ploye. There are only one or two nons on this divi- sion, and we hope to have them lined up soon. Bro. Huggins walked in from Sleemans. He must have contracted a favorable opinion of the O. R. T. at some time or other. Bro. Rock remarked that the trains were all making record runs with all the telegraphers out of the way. We hope the weather may warm up, as Rock promises to have his hair cut. Please do not fail to send me any news you may have for the next month’s write-up. Fraternally, Cert, i 56. Central Division , First District , Port Arthur Sub- Division — Bro. Hicks, who relieved Bro. Johnson at Kasha- bowie, has gone to the C. P. R.f and Bro. B. Kerr, of the Grand Division, has left us for parts un- known. It will now be Bro. Agent C. B. Smith at Atikokan, which makes that point solid. Don’t forget this new brother, he is a good fellow when you get to know him. Bro. Robertson is now at Atikokan nights. He changed places with Mr. Duell, now on Fort Frances third. It will be up to Bros. Anderson and Patten to get their office solid. Digitized by Google

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/ 620 The Railroad Telegrapher. Owing to the slackness of traffic there has been a great reduction in night offices, and some of our brethren are out of work for the time, but we expect with the opening of new elevators at Port Arthur that “biz” will increase and they will all be put back. When we get our connection with the Eastern lines east of Port Arthur we hope that our night offices will be open twelve months of the year. Port Arthur sub-division had only one repre- sentative at the meeting in Rainy River, March 9th. This is a poor showing from the brothers down here. These meetings will benefit all" who can attend and with only two nons on this sub- division there should be a much larger attendance at the meetings that will be called in the near future. Your chief will be only too pleased to arrange for you to go and supply you with trans- portation, so it is up to you fellows to go. Noth- ing like getting acquainted with your brother worker, and it is helpful to get opinions from others on grievances that may crop up which, to many who never get a chance to talk over matters of this sort to others, often appear like a mountain but when discussed between men often fall to a mole hill. It is about time that something was done with the appointing of a general traveling chairman. Other divisions have them, why not have one on Division 43. This is something you can arrange at once if you only go after it. If any brother on the Port Arthur sub-division has any notes for The Railroad Telegrapher, please send them to Bro, Lawrence at Kawene. who has been appointed correspondent for this end of the First District. Let him have them by the 1 6th of each month if possible. Cert. 580. Central Division, District No. 3 — A good meeting was held at Dauphin on March ad, although not so well attended as it might have been. Brothers present were: L. F. Muncey, general chairman; G. H. Pal- mer, general secretary and treasurer; Hugh Mac- Lean, Gladstone; E. W. Depew, Oakville; L. E. O Norris, Makinak; G. A. Roberts, A. V. Benoit, J. J. Martin and J. A. Bladon, Dauphin; Frank Wells, Swan River; D. E. Payne, Russell, and R. C. Simpson, Plumas. The general chairman called the meeting to order at 2:30, and immediately took up and passed over the work in connection with our new schedule. Those present could well see how much we ought to appreciate our general chairman and general secretary and treasurer. We are indebted to these two brothers. Let us keep this in mind and give them our best possible support. Get right after the nons. We must have a solid dis- trict. Find out what the men are on each side of you and if not in line report to your local chairman. We all have an interest in the work and our duty, brothers, is to keep old 43 solid. Cert. 8. Central Division, District No. 4 — March 17th is generally supposed to be the be- ginning of spring, but “We’re from Missouri.” $t. Patrick’s Day has come and gone and it is twenty below zero still. Bro. Sterling has been re-elected local chair- man for this district fbr the ensuing term. It certainly speaks well for him that the boys have so much confidence in him and we congratulate him accordingly. Bro. McClement has succeeded Bro. Lancaster, at Langhank, who went to Parkman agency, vice Bro. Taylor, now at Woodworth. Bro. Coad, on short vacation, is being relieved by Bro. Benson, at “YD” Brandon. Bro. Toomer is back at Odessa again. He could not stay away very long; but he escaped a lot of cold weather. Bro. McLeod, who has been relieving there will go on vacation shortly. We wish him a pleasant journey and safe return. Bro. Hay is back at Kendal after a vacation in the British Isles. It will seem like a quiet place to him no doubt, now, but he will have the satisfaction of knowing that he is unlikely to be disturbed by the suffragettes. We are glad to see him back safely. Cert. 827. Western Division , District No. 1 — Our general chairman is determined to have Division 43 represented in The Telegrapher by each district every month, and before we get in trouble we want to get the news for this district in. The boys are getting settled down to the positions they desire now and I understand a num- ber of weddings will take place in the near fu- ture. Bro. Musgrove is now on an extended trip to Nova Scotia and we await his return with anxiety as rumors are afloat that he will not return alone. Bro. McDonald, from Barrows Jet., sends back word to have the rooms in the station ready for his return, and Bro. Nelson, from Steenen, is making preparations for a better half. Very few of the members from this district at- tended the meeting in Dauphin on March ad, but the train service is not suitable and we can not blame them for not being present. The plan is to have meetings at different points and in this way we should be able to gather them all in at one place or another. Cert. 52. Western Division t District No 3 — The construction department west of Edmonton is making great headway and steel is now at mileage 105. The operating department should soon be taking over the new line from Drum- heller to Calgary. The construction department is now laying steel to Peace River. A few nice agencies will open up in the near future on these lines. A hundred miles of track added occa- sionally keeps our dispatchers, Bros. McRae, Eas- ton and Francisco busy. Another set will soon be put on at Edmonton, in order to keep the grass e

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 621 from growing on the thousand miles of track. The work train season will be opening up soon. Bro. \V. Grieve has been appointed agent Red Willow, Bro. W. F. Sturgess, agent Innisfree and Bro. H. M. Bennett has been appointed Lloyd- minster days. Bro. J. G. McRobie, agent Donalda, off on leave, relieved by Bro. Ashby, and Mr. McKeller. agent Marshall, on six months’ leave, relieved by Bro. W. J. Healy. S. J. Stewart, Humboldt nights and E. W. Van- tneer, Vonda nights, will join this month, and E. O. Lepage, agent St. Albert, and E. A. Cava- naugh, Vegreville nights, have also sent in their applications. Bro. W. A. Taylor, Lloydminstcr days, has re- signed. Bruno nights has been opened temporarily dur- ing the grain season by H. D. Barclay, a new man, who will soon have an up to date again. Some of our old-timers, T. M. Ryan, Mundare, L. C. Matthews, Vegreville, R. Jarvis, Vonda, D. J. Buthune, Vermilion nights and C. W. McKel- ler, Marshall, have dropped out. Don’t forget them, nor forget to get after the nons. The Order has gotten them shorter hours, increase in over- time and is protecting them in every way, and it is about time they get an up-to-date card. Bro. Ashby, Donalda, and Bro. Healy, of Marshall, from Division 7, should also be reported for transfer to Division 43. Please send in a few notes, in order that we may have a good write-up for our division in the journal. When you learn of anything happening, if you have not time to writ?, let us know on the wire, any way, just so we get it. “MO” and “DK” are now solid. “Q," Cert. 599, Western Division, Second District, Goose Lake Line — Bro. Hammond, agent Alsask, has returned from lus month’s vacation at Winnipeg, and Mr. Hall, who relieved him, has resigned. Bro. Heine and Bro. Mac Bean arc still on the day and “owl" stunt. Bro. A. E. J. Willis has returned and bid in Delisl? agency, vice Bro. Peebles of the Regina yard, who has settled down comfortably as day telegrapher there. Bro. Piersdorff relieved at Shellbrook by Bro. Ketchum, bid in Zealandia, and Bro. McLaren, of Vanscoy, bid in Shellbrook agency. Swanson agency is now on bulletin. C. T. U. Bro. Wilson, Rosetown nights, can be safely left to Bros. Johnston and Grosse to be lined up with us. If the few nons on this district would open either their hearts or their minds (one can hardly say which), they would not hesitate long before open- ing their wallets to secure the necessary bit of cardboard. The many varied excuses: “A little embarrassed financially;” next month, "don’t know how long they are going to stay;” third month, “they will come in on the next period,” are all worn threadbare. The Order is as far-reaching on this continent as the railroads, and the brother on one road is a brother on another road. The finan- cial excuse is mighty poor, as the last increase in regular salary will pay for dues many times over, and a great many can secure their card on the five- cent increase on overtime alone. I could name a good many more facts just as strong. If some of these “hard shells” can have a few of these facts explained to them and can still invent a good excuse, it is quite evident they are too brilliant (?) to be telegraphing, and should be at some other line of work. If, on the other hand, they still refuse to send in their application, offering no excuse, it would certainly indicate that they should be placed on exhibition as a “Colossus of Nerve.” I sent out a letter to all the stations on the line to get material for this write-up, and wish to thank Bros. Gondy, MacBean, Downs and Grosse for their response. About the tenth of each month I will mail a little reminder, and will appreciate all the news you can give me by the twentieth. Bro. Hammond, of Alsask, is sojourning for a month in the “Peg,” relieved by Mr. Hale, and he by Mr. Heine, days, who later went to Saskatoon to write up the rules, relieved by Bro. MacBean. Mr. Heine and Mr. Hall will soon be brothers. Bro. Bates, agent Harwell, off for a few days, was relieved by Bro. Brown. Bro. Howard, agent Kindersley, who has been off several months and made a trip to Winnipeg and the Rochester, Minn., hospitals for medical treatment, is back again, and we are glad to hear of his improvement. Bro. A. E. J. Willis relieved him. Bro. Willis, our late general chairman, has returned to Saskatoon, Bro. Gondy is on days there, H. G. Potts, of Regina days, replacing Bro. Cathey, now with the C. P. R. Yours truly is now at Netherhill, relieving Bro. Jesse Darling Ketchum, from the C. P. R., who relieved Bro. Piersdorff when he bid in Shellbrook. I was relieved at Ridpath by Bro. Gregory, from Rosetown nights, Bro. Ketchum going to Ridpath pending bulletin and Bro. Gregory going to Ardath while the agentfe there and at Chamberlain, Bros. (Jnderbakke and Downs, transferred. Mr. Foley, agent McGee, who bid in Ridpath, was also relieved by Bro. Gregory. Bro. Downs reports snow down Ardath way, holding up Broncho’s special twelve hours one day. Bro. Grosse’s wife is ill, which compelled him to take her to Saskatoon. We hope she will have a speedy recovery. Bro. Wilson is “owling” at Rosetown. There are only one or two nons on this line, and they will soon be in. Boost the Order, our protection. “No card, no favors.” Div. Cor., Cerf. 481. South End — Bro. Grey Strong, late “owl” at Craik, was seen heading for Kansas City with newly-made wife on his honeymoon, relieved by Bro. Horace Strong, well known between Seattle and Dawson City. We understand, however, that he is only waiting for spring to open up when he will return to Digitized by

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622 The Railroad Telegrapher. Yukon to develop some million-dollar claims he staked out there. We are all glad to hear Bro. Felt’s little girl came through her operation so successfully and is doing well. Ask Bro. Law for a copy of the new seniority list. Total of 73 on this district. He’s the man who will represent us at Baltimore. Former Bro. Ed, Meraw is about the only one of the old-timers who stays “resigned;” and he even occasionally flirts with the railway “biz” and takes a job relieving. Last heard of him he was relieving at Zealandia. Bro. Underbakke dug up his Norwegian High- lander’s uniform when the grain commission sat at “BA,” March 8th, and when asked any ques- tions, he shook his kilts and said: “Me no spiike Ecnglish.” A fairly large case was noticed in box car the other day marked “Fine Old Kentucky,” “J. H. S. Hanley.” Wonder what it was? Bro. S^ott, at “NA,” will soon be working his potato patch. Mr. Chappell went over the south end recently on No. 233. Drop me a line if any news. One man can not keep track of it all. Cert. 366. Prince Albert Branch, First District — Bro. Thompson, at “BG.” is in a place where it is almost impossible to get away, so I have not had the pleasure of meeting him. Bro. Piersdorff has been transferred to Shell- brook. The “brush man” has finished up his palace, and Bro. “P.” has his office fixtures. The year-old “O. S. & D.’s” and other correspondence, left by his predecessors, has been stacked in cord piles. He is now at “work” in earnest, and will soon have his station in good shape. We can now raise “SB” without calling at, intervals for a day or so. Bro. Armitage, at Blaine Lake, has one of the tidiest stations on the line. Can anyone corrobo- rate last fall’s “Buffalo Hunt” story? Wc hope to call Mr. Bedard, agent Marcelin, "Bro.” before long. Bro. J. E. Braithwaitc bid in Lcask agency. Hav- ing taken a meal at the new hotel there, we arc satisfied that “J. E. B.” will never go hungry. Bro. M. W. Hall is on days at Prince Albert, and Bro. N. J. LeMicux nights while Bro. W. S. Jones busies himself with the correspondence, “Q. S. & D.'s,” etc., which help to make life pleasant for an agent. Prince Albert Branch , South End — Bro. Menzics has returned, accompanied by a blushing bride. Congratulations. Bro. Bouchard, Disley, was sick for a few days, .relieved by Bro. Richardson, who was very much pleased to get within fifty miles of “MD.” “There’s a reason.” We will now hear Bro. Strong on the parcel post. Fifty below and soft coal. Kind of hard where there is no “owl.” Why is Bro. Henry, of Aylesbury, sending for furniture catalogs? Those little notes of congratulations from the passenger department are encouraging. Bro. Downs is trying hard to get away. Men arc either scarce or scared. Which? Following message filed at “BN” recently: “Send my pants at once and save trouble.” Regret Bro. Felt’s little girl is sick. Understand she has gone South for surgical operation. We hope it will be successful. Did you ever imagine you were down where the bananas and palm trees grow, and wake up and hear ’em calling “CS,” “CS,” and the fire out? We will be glad when we can resume the “P. S. M.’s,” which means the “pleasant Sunday meetings.” If there are any nons on the south end, let them speak up, and we will advertise them. Bro. Bouchard has relieved Mr. Quinlan, down and out. A case of general disability. Bro. Peebles is on vacation. B. T. Chappell succeeds J. G. Entwistle as superintendent, who was transferred to Edmonton. Bro. Ronsdat gave a couple of dances at Craik last month. Regret the train service prevented the boys south of Craik from attending. They had a “big time.” Come across with some news, boys. “Don’t be a clam.” Will the postmaster get 10 per cent each way when that parcel post reaches Canada? Bro. Richardson, Lumsden days, bid in Rosthern, Sask., vice Bro. Bouchard, of the C. P. R., who bid in Disley agency. Cars are coming in freely and grain is moving out from Rosthern. If all the agents will forward any news they have to their nearest correspondent it will help to brighten up our journal correspondence and encourage those who are doing their best to have a spicy write-up each month. There is all kinds of news but it is impossible for each correspondent to gather it all in from month to month. A few minutes of each brother’s time will do the trick. Get busy, boys, and send what news you have to: Bro. Healy, Bethune; Bro. Bryce, Hague; Bro. Meals, Ridpath, or Bro. Jones, Prince Albert. Your correspondent has been requested, on be- half of the agents and telegraphers of this division, to extend to Bro. Law', our local chairman, and family, a message of condolence, owing to the death of his father, which occurred very recently. It is with deep regret that such news has been received and our deepest sympathy is extended to our worthy brother in his bereavement. Cert. 212. IVinnipegosis Branch — • A number of the brothers attended the meeting in Dauphin, Sunday, March 9th, and had the pleasure of meeting General Chairman Muncey, from Beaudette. Digitized by u.ooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 623 The following are recent assignments on bids: Bro. Mullin, Winnipegosis to Minitonas, now on vacation to the “Peg;” Bro. Sheridan, Minitonas to Pelly; Bro. Morton, Quill Lake to Winnipegosis; Bro. Pescod, Pelly to Kinistino; Bro. Sullivan, Kinistino to Tisdale. Four positions are now on bulletin. We hear Bro. Fraser, from Norquay, is going West in May and is not coming back alone. “Fin,” show the rest how to start. Shortdale closed, and Bro. Parkinson is acting relief agent in making some of the changes. Bro. J. J. Martin, appointed relief dispatcher, is now relieving Bro. Musgrave, enjoying a trip to Halifax. Bro. G. H. Vasbinder, Gilbert Plains, has been appointed local chairman. Let him handle your grievances for you, boys. Bro. McDonald got Muenster by bid. Looks as if St. Gregor was going to be closed soon. Business is very dull. It looks as if the com- mittee will have to get busy on this neW overtime stunt being pulled over us. We are all glad to hear that Bro. MacLeod’s wife at Canora is getting better. Loosen up, brothers, and send me some notes to write up. Cert. 643. Central of Georgia Ry. Savannah Division — Business is on a rampage. We have never before had as many trains on this division— -everything running full capacity, day locals from eight to twelve hours late, and night locals on each end of the road. Bro. I. L. Barron assigned Oconee agency, vice Bro. J. E. Daniels, who goes to McIntyre, reliev- ing Bro. A. C. Todd, who has been there several years and has accepted the general managership of the pottery business there. He will always be with us just the same, whether in railroad work or out. We regret his leaving, but he got more money and has better hours. Sister Yarborough, at Scarboro, is now a full- fledged member, and every lady on the division has an up-to-date card. These good ladies are now virtually helping to feed some of these old- time selfish nons who have no one depending on them, hardly themselves. Bro. L. P. Trapnell made a flying trip to the metropolis of Screven County during the month. . Bro. J. H. Wright, of Stillmore, was called to his home at Cordele, owing to his brother not be- ing expected to live, but learn he is better. Bro. C. E. Pyron, Wadley, now has the proper credentials, and we feel highly elated over the fact that we are 96 per cent strong. Your general committee is now in session at Savannah, looking out for your interest, and you are all urged to give us your hearty support on all matters. If anything of interest to us comes to your attention, don’t hesitate to let us know. Wc are down there for your interest. Keep us posted on all matters pertaining to your welfare. Be explicit in filling out your information blanks, sending them in at once, and everyone stand firm to your committee. This is the only way to obtain results. D. M. Rogers, Local Chairman. Chattanooga Division — The special called meeting on Sunday, March 23d, at LaFayette was largely attended. Several important matters were taken up by Chairman Bledsoe and freely discussed, including the notice- able betterment of conditions in all branches of work and giving our employers the best possible service, particularly in answering office calls. Every man should also be at his key at 3 p. m. for the 4 p. m. report and in station order from the yard office “SG” down, be prompt in giving this report. This will gratify your chief dispatcher with a clean report “minus no man,” and help “QN” in his duties. This was the first meeting I attended, being a new member. It was certainly inspiring to me and I gained some valued information. I sincerely hope our local chairman will call these meetings frequently and that all the members who possibly can will attend. It will bring us closer together, and that will mean harmony, and harmony means better results. . Cert. 496. Macon Division, Athens District — Bro. J. H. Young is still using his “sticks.” He is treating with a doctor at Eatonton, and we all hope to soon see him getting about like he used to. Second Machen assigned Bro. “Bob” Fuller, from the Southwestern Division, vice Mr. Alford, resigned. Boys, it is more than worth the price to have that beautiful blue card good from now until June 30, The M. & N. boys have had to work overtime recently, on account of several small wrecks. Don’t forget that every time you work an hour overtime “Form 1082” must be sent in, properly filled out. At least one non, recently on this district, real- izes what “No card, no favors” means, and the pity of it is that his wife and children also have to suffer for his carelessness. Those who were unable to attend the meeting at Macon recently certainly did miss a great time. We hope the M. & N. boys will help with the write-up every month. Just one note from each one will assist greatly. Wc extend our heartfelt sympathy to Bro. Woodall at Hapeville in the sad loss of his little child, killed by a passenger train there on a recent Sunday. This accident should make us all more careful and vigilant, especially where the little folks arc concerned. Cert. 524. Digitized by v^ooQle

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624 The Railroad Telegrapher. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. First Division — Brothers, it is very important that you mail me a copy of your bids on bulletined positions. A good position on recent bulletin was awarded to a man from this district, and after the transfer was ordered an older man, member from another district claimed to have bid on it. The chief dispatcher claims the bid was never received, and, not having a copy of the older' man’s bid, the position went to the senior man, whose bid was received by the chief dispatcher, the other having been lost in the mail. Please mail a carbon copy to your local chairman each time, and avoid any such mistakes. It has been ruled that when you bid and are awarded a position you can’t with- draw, but must take it. On a recent bulletin every man awarded a position later tried to with- draw his bid. Don’t bid on positions unless you arc prepared to take them if awarded to you. F. W. Moore, Local Chairman. First District Notes — Bro. Reynolds, of Kelker, is now an inventor, and may soon be riding in large red gasoline buggies and wearing diamonds. Bro. Pearson, after a year at Eden, decided the “garden” did not look good, so he bid in Castle Rock third. Bro. Charvoz, Canon City third, gets third Eden. Bro. F. R. Brown bid in Fo^t Logan, which was an elegant position until Richards disposed of the post office. Now it promises to be a little more than the usual hard work with the usual pay, if it is made a brigade post. Bro. Tom Lively has returned to Louviers, after visiting Kentucky on account of the illness of relatives. All the agents carrying heavier mail sacks with diminished express vouchers on account of the parcel post are unanimously in favor of renewing the effort to have the postmasters carry the mail. They get the benefit of the increased cancellation, and in most cases have a horse to do the work. The post office at Palmer Lake has been moved with the eighty-rod limit, and provision will no doubt have to be made for a pack-horse. There being some doubt as to the authority of the move, we are not asked to do the work as yet. Don’t let a non escape. Let’s have our local or general chairman cover the road and bring them in or find out why. The undersigned, having recovered from the “steam-roller” vote of four to one against him for general secretary and treasurer, wishes to thank the brother for the one vote, and to assure General Secretary and Treasurer Roberts and the entire committee of his loyal support. Get in touch with the labor situation, brothers, spend a few cents or dollars for current and past liter- ature on the subject, and remember the warning of our general chairman, Bro. Fulton, that the officers can not make a successful division. It is unequivocally up to us. The new watchword of the American Federation of Labor is “Organize.” It would be a good thing if we would notify Bro. F. W. Moore, local chairman, room 6, Union Depot, Pueblo, or the general secretary and treas- urer of all changes and items of interest, making the write-up more general and complete. D. Suttoh, Cert. 61. Second District — Bro. Pringle has recently been furnished a new home (a boxcar) for living quarters, at Swissvale. Bro. A. H. Copelcy, at Howard, is having a very- strenuous time answering his call bell in the “wee sma’ ” hours of the morning. Bro. Anderson, at Vallie, is baching and saving his money. Bro. Parsons, Texas Creek, relieved by Bro. Graul, went to Denver recently to look at the Fort Logan job, but did not care for it. Bro. Dittbrenner, Echo, in addition to bis la- bour stunt, recently caught four “bob” cats, two mountain lions and seven coyotes. Bro. Smelzer, on a trip to the southwestern part of the State, contemplates purchasing a fruit farm with his excess change, relieved by Bro. Graul at Parkdale, Colo. Bro. Erickson, third there, on a trip to Michigan, owing to the illnes- of his mother, is being relieved by Mr. Thigpen, a new man from Sargent. Bro. Charvoz, third Canon City, bid in Eden on the north end. Bro. A. L. Challis, at ‘Beaver, is going into the chicken business. “JO/’ Asst. Cor. Third District — “The Anti-Pass Bill” is a serious problem. Sup- pose you were at a place on the south end, eight miles from a store, and when you wanted any- thing have to pay your fare to go and get it. The only way to get around this, get in the nons and stand pat. We have two on the south end. We must, show both agents and telegraphers that a personal request will never get us anything at all; but the officials listen to us when we send in a committee with the proper backing, because “in union there is strength.” Our destiny is in our own hands. We are all looking for something better, and sincerely hope that the few nons on the division will not set back ariy longer and take the increase that other have labored for and put up the cash to get. Every member must give the very best service he can, and show the officials that the man who carries a card is the man they need. I hope the interest manifested in the last meet- ing wili result in our having a write-up each month from every division and district. Bro. Compton, at Cuchara Jet. now, is settled in his happy home, in a new depot which the company fitted up and painted for him. Bro. “Dad” Wright, the veteran at Rouse, is fitting himself out with a sample case of scissors. Any of the boys in need of a pair for their wives, drop him a note and he will do the rest. Larimer station has been closed, Bro. Petty going to the Rio Grande Western. Div. Co*. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 625 Fourth Division — Bro. Adam Richard, first Laveta, Colo., recently returned from a pleasant trip to California with a new Fatima cigarette case. He was relieved by Bro. E. F. O’Brien, of second there, relieved by Mr. Stou^ an old-time telegrapher and agent on this road. Later he relieved the agent at Blanca, relieved at Laveta by Bro. R. M. McDonald, who has returned to the “\VU” at Omaha. • Bro. John Kuhn later bid in Blanca agency, re- lieved at Romeo agency on bid by Bro. Case, of Garland. Mr. Stout at Blanca pending bulletin, is now at Antonio days. We should give the trainmen our hearty sup- port on the “Full Crew bill.” Better working conditions for men in the train serviqe will eventually mean better conditions for ourselves, and it behooves all classes of organized labor to work together. That night car inspector at Chama, N. M., shoud be requested to post up on the law in re- gard to using the wires when there is no teleg- rapher on duty. If he wants to telegraph he should get a card and go into that service. Bro. Tucker bid in third Laveta, leaving Bro. Wright at Leveta Pass alone. We hope he will soon get another man. Get after that non with or near you brother and join our local chairman in lining up the few left. He has to work a split trick and does not have the time some do to work on them. We hope to sec Bro. Lively come out of the snow at Cumbres this spring with a smile. Let’s keep things going in the right direction. Cert. 1830. Utah Lines, Green River Division — I have recently been appointed correspondent for this division and kindly ask that all the news be sent to me at Ruby, Colo., not later than the 20th of each month. Without your help I can accomplish very little. One of the brothers at each station could send me the changes, or other news of any importance, and the name and kind of trick each man is working, whether or not he is up to date, etc. This will help us to keep a line on what is going on and will only require about five minutes time. This will make our page in The Telegrapher interesting and enable us to know at all times just how we stand. Our hew local chairman has accomplished a gTeat deal since he has been in office, but it is a rather hard matter for him to keep in touch with all the boys, continually changing about. The few nons along this division are mostly young men in the service and promise to come in in the near future, but it is best to keep after them. I hope to have a good write-up for the next issue. Bro. Rounds, agent Cisco, is on vacation, re- lieved by Mr. McMullin, second “CS.” Bro. Les- sing, third “CS” is also on a thirty-day layoff. Bro Ely, bid in Woodside agency, relieving Bro. Fisher, who goes back on third again, after a sixty-day vacation in Denver and St. Paul, re- lieved by Mr. Cowsert, of West Water, a new man. J. E. Wesner, Div Cor. Cert. 406. Utah Lines, Salt Lake Division — Bro. J. B. Lindsey, agent Kaysville, is on vaca- tion in California, relieved by Mr. T. J. Rass- mussen. Bro. C. P. Thofnpton, second Midvale, is visit- ing relatives in Illinois, relieved by D. E. Swank, from the Moffat road. Bro. Ross, Division 31, relieved Mr. Mills, sec- ond Narrows, who relieved Mr. Riha on first re- signed and gone to the O. S. L. Ex-Bro. Brady, third Narrows, goes to second Tucker yard, vice Bro. Ross, who goes to third Kyune. Bro. Frank Delagoa, who bid in third Tucker yard, has re- signed and gone to Texas. Ralph Shermer, for- mer agent Tucker yard, is now clerking at Colton. Mr. Minner, first Tucker, is now a brother. Bro. Massion, agent Silver City, bid in Spanish Fork agency. Bro. A. L. Alton, from Narrows, bid in second Mill Fork, vice Bro. Gross, who bid in third Thistle. Bro. Elgin, of Colton, visited the boys at Mill Fork several days on his way to St. Louis, Mo. Suppose he will visit the old church around the corner with a bride to be. Telegrapher Mason, on of the old-timers from Mill Fork, is now counting eggs in a grocery store at Tucker. Bro. Overfelt, agent Gunnison, hired an auto and recently went to Richfield, thirty miles, to see a wrestling match. He was greatly detained by a breakdown on the return trip, and says, “No more wrestling matches for me that distance from home.” Bro. Milton, resigned and gone to Canada, was relieved by Mr. McCurley of the Texas Oil Co. Colton second discontinued, making it a one- man job. Competing lines are paying more than the Utah lines with better working conditions. This can be remedied brothers, by getting in the few nons w'ho have already promised. Line them up, they need us and we need them in our efforts to secure a better schedule. Div. Cor. Southern Pacific R. R. Stockton Division — Members Stockton Division: Having been elected local chairman for this divi- sion, I take this means of thanking you for your support, and I hope that you will all assist me to line up the nons, as our constant aim and practice must be to stand together if we desire to better our working conditions. Bro. H. W. McNeil, of Stockton, has been ap- pointed local secretary. Kindly send him all the news you can in order that we may have a nice write-up each month. R. E. Denehy. Digitized by Google

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626 The Railroad Telegrapher. Stockton Division Notes — We congratulate Bro. R. Er. Denehy on his elec- tion as local chairman by a majority of four votes over Bro. R. L. Anderson, and hope his adminis- tration will be as successful as Bro. Anderson's has been. Bro. Denehy has already shown that he is a live wire by being the direct cause of some vacancies appearing on the last bulletin that were left off with the intention of making all agencies appointed positions and bulletining only telegraph positions. We have two bulletins this month, one showing telegraph vacancies and the other the agencies. I understand that separate bulletins for the tele- graph and agency positions are to be issued here- after. Vacancies: Agencies — Oakdale, Bro. Crawford assigned other duties, relieved by Mr. Hickey, from Madera; Livingston, Mr. Grover assigned telegraph duties, relieved by Bro. W. E. Rash, and Berenda, Bro. L. W. Cooper, retired capitalist, relieved by Bro. R. C. Young, a new man. We wish “Coop" all the success possible. Telegraphers — Livingston third, Mr. Irwin assigned third Galt, relieved by Bro. W. F. Costello, from Tracy; Minturn, operator and clerk, new position; Westley, operator and clerk, Mr. Billings resigned, relieved by Bro. Wil- son, of the B. & O. ; Stockton “BR" third, operator and clerk, Bro. L. E. Needham bidding in third Lathrop, relieved by Bro. Bates, from Portland Division. Let us combine our efforts, brothers, to get in the few nons we still have. Some of them have grievances perhaps, but they should be given to understand that we can not take them up until they get a card. Then we will see what grievances they have and what can be done for them. Bro. T. K. Coddington, called East on account of his father's illness, was relieved by Bro. T. O. Young, a new man. Bro. E. M. Sanford and wife were also called East on account of the death of Mrs. Sanford’s sister. On bulletin: Operator and clerk Livingston, Turluck, Minturn, Oakdale, lone, Kernan and Westley. Bro. T. O. Young, relieving Agent Firebaugh on vacation, is being relieved by Bro. Costello. Bro. Needham has taken his new position close to Stockton and his little girl, and is correspond- ingly happy. Bro. Downing has also taken his new position on Modesto first. Bro. Sanford is on vacation, relieved by a new man. Mr. High is also on vacation, relieved by L. C. Grover, former agent at Livingston. Bro. Koppikus, of Oakville, was elected delegate from the Stockton and Western Divisions. Mr. Martin was off a few days on business at Fresno. Bro. W. E. Rash’s wife has just returned from Bakersfield where she has been in the hospital. Your writer had a pleasant visit in Merced re- cently with Bro. C. E. Wykes and his good wife, and Mrs. Young, renewing old acquaintances. We also had the pleasure to meet our local chairman Bro. Kahuda, and Mr. Agnew, the agent. The affairs of the S. P. are well taken care of by these four old veterans. Bro. V. E. Haggard is relieving Mr. Martin on second Livingston, away on business. Brothers, please furnish me all the news you can. Keep after the nons, and watch the results. “MC" IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been the will of Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call to her heavenly home the gloved sister of Bro. E. M. Sanford’s wife, therefore be it Resolved, That the members of the Stockton Division No. 53, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the bereaved brother and sister their heartfelt sympathy. H. W. M., for Stockton Division. Portlnnd District — General Chairman Cowgill is in the San Fran- cisco hospital for an operation for fistula. It is not considered serious and we hope for his speedy recovery. We hope the delinquent list, which will be out shortly, will show very few who have not paid up. It is just as easy to pay up promptly and avoid becoming delinquent, and saves a lot of trouble. Those who have not paid for the term ending June 30th should do so at once, as it is very important at this time. Keep the local chairman posted on new men coming on the division. If members of another division advise certificate and division numbers, so that they may be transferred to Division 53, thereby helping to strengthen this division. If you are working with a non-member endeavor to have him join the Order, calling on the local chairman for the necessary papers. Let us make this the banner year for old Division 53. On account of the former correspondent, Bro. R. D. Brady, being assigned to Carleton agency on the west side, and not having the time to devote to this work, I have been appointed local corre- spondent to succeed him. I trust you will give me your support and furnish me a few items each month, so that we may have a good write-up in the journal. We have not had a write-up for two months. Bro. Kinney, the retired hotel keeper from Cottage Grove, is back on the Oregon lines, just to keep busy. Bro. Neal has been appointed ticket clerk at Eugene, putting first there up for bids. This change will relieve the first trick man of ticket work. Bro. Thompson, assigned position as agent at Wendling, relieving Mr. Springel. Mrs. J. E. Jacobsen is acting agent at Lowell while JBro. Jacobsen is relieving Bro. Livengood at Oak Ridge, on the sick list. Bros. Sun berg and Mast have traded jobs. Mr. Godfrey is extra agent at Leland, vice Mr. Simpson, assigned Forest Grove. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 627 Ex-Bro. Speer, assigned second Medford. T. A. Cathers has fourth Medford, a freighthouse and passenger office trick. Bro. A. F. Noth is planning a trip to Honolulu soon. The new seniority list, with 157 telegraphers and agents, shows that this district is doing some business. Bro. M. L. Shinaberger is very sick at his home in Hillsboro. He was relieved at Grant’s Pass by M. C. Bond, later assigned to Sutherlin agency, relieved by Bro. C. A. Nelson, a new man. Bro. Brunken, from Glendale, bid in third Grant’s Pass. S. L. Smith, acting agent at Tillamook, Oregon, for three months, is now on third Oregon City. Bro. Edward Maddox, second Oregon City, was relieved a few days by F. E. Divens, from the P. R. R. & N., Bay City. P. A. Lee, from the S. P. & S., has the new position at Canby. Bro. H. A. Morse bid in the Springfield telegraph job. Understand Bro. J. Welton, agent Mount Angel, is soon to be married. Congratulations. Bro. Nokes, assigned agent West Scio, was re- lieved by Bro. Churchill on Cottage Grove first, who is now with the Western Union in Portland, relieved by Mr. Applegate from Yoncalla. Lumber shipments from the O. & S. E. are heavy, and a big increase in business is expected for the coming year. E. T. Fields, with the Southern Pacific since 1893, died recently at his home at Oregon City after a lingering illness with Bright’s disease. Bro. Benner, tnird Junction City, has recently taken a mate, and the whole town is waiting for him to show up. He is not done with it yet. Bro. T. A. May, off for a month, is in Portland, relieved by Bro. W. A. Lemberg, from Inde- pendence. Bro. G. Rice was relieved a few days by S. J. Hill. Div. Coa. Coast Division — There are not very many changes, everyone holding on until spring. I am indebted to Bro. Werner, assistant corre- spondent, for the majority of what I have this month. Bro. Ward has appointed Bro. Werner, now relieving Bro. Fry at Salinas, assistant corre- spondent, so any who has notes, when it is handy to you let him have them. He will get them to me in time for the journal. Mr. Kenady has returned from Los Angeles to Oceano, relieving your humble servant, who re- turned to Watsonville, relieving Mr. Emery, who relieved Bro. Oakes at Ben Lomond a few days. Bro. G. C. Alfrey, third Gilroy, who resigned to accept a R. F. D. route with the post-office de- partment there, it is rumored is looking for a four-room furnished bungalow, and we presume congratulations will soon be in order. Bro. Doig, agent Pajaro, confined to his home with grippe, was relieved by Bro. Lindsay, from Palo Alto. Bro. Doig will probably relieve Bro. H. M. Fry, acting agent Salinas, when able to work. J. Hanson, assistant agent Santa Cruz, temporarily relieving at Palo Alto agency, relieved by Bro. A. B. Sisson, second Santa Cruz, and he by C. F. Moore, a good old scout, whom we would like to call brother. Bro. Heistant assigned second Pajaro, vice Bro. J. M. Day,’ was relieved on San Ardo second by Mr. Tooker, an old-timer from the Western Divi- sion, who previously relieved Bro. Law at Soledad a few nights. Bro. Cowgill, general chairman, has just re- turned from a trip to the Tucson Division, adjust- ing grievances. Bro. T. H. Kerrigan, third San Ardo, is figuring on a month’s vacation about April 1st, to take his wife back East, show her some of the sights and also show his folks what a jewel he has captured in California. Bro. Lovelace, assistant Oceano, expects to take a three weeks* layoff about April 1st, to go back to Nebraska to look after a 300-acre corn and cattle ranch he and his brother have just bought in that State. Up-to-date card men who need a little recreation about haying time next summer might apply. No other applications considered. Any changes kindly drop either Bro. Werner or myself a line, and it will be appreciated. Correct me if I call anyone brother who should be a Mr., also vice versa. In the next month or so the boys will be going back East visiting and new men coming out. Any of you relieved for the trip kindly advise me, and, if you don’t mind, say how long you expect to be gone. Regards and best wishes to everyone. Fraternally, *'HS,” Cert. 1558. Los Angeles Division — Recent assignments: Agencies — Highgrove, A. F. Gill; Nordhoff, H. J. Wasserman; Owens- mouth, W. L. Wurm; Carpinteria, G. W. Taylor. Telegraphers — Saugus first, H. L. Johnston; second, C. E. Kindig; Iris first, J. H. Sargent. Second — Fernando, D. H. McCormick; Shorb, O. H. Weight; Ventura, A. J. Russell. Nights — Declez, E. C. Nichols. Third — Beaumont, W. J. Flynn; Imperial Jet., J. G. Castleberry. Telegrapher and clerk — Anaheim, E. J. Brown; Imperial, C. C. Yater. Third telegrapher and clerk — Oxnard, C. E. Hart; Ontario, L. P. Hockett. Third telegrapher and towerman — Riverside Jet., G. R. Lilly. Vacancies: Agencies — Santa Barbara, River Station, Chino, Palm Springs and Moravia. Telegraphers — “NG” Los Angeles (one). First — Indio, Pomona and Oxnard. Telegrapher and clerks — Riverside, Redlands and Calexico; second trick telegraphers Palm Springs and Cabazon; telegrapher Edom; teleg- rapher and cashier Santa Ana; third trick telegra- pher and clerk Pomona; telegrapher and clerk Long Beach and Carpinteria; third trick telegra- pher Burbank. Applications should show date of Digitized by Google

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628 The Railroad Telegrapher. seniority, to enable Mr. Lawson to readily place the men. Just received a fine picture of the boys at Galmis, If you have a good photo of your station and brothers working there, please send to this office, so we can have it printed in The Telegkaphek. Application blanks for the Ladies’ Auxiliary are on file in this office and will be sent to any brother having a wife, sister or daughter who wishes to join. Bro. E. L. Hirst is relieving Bro. D. H. McCor- mick on second San Fernando while on leave. Bro. G. W. Taylor, Monrovia relieved S. E. Cannon, who relieved Bro. R. H. Hobgood, agent Imperial Jet., on leave. Bro. C. E. Hart, extra Redlands Jet., took his assignment, second Oxford, vice Bro. W. J. Flynn to third Beaumont on assignment. Bro. C. W. Runge, agent El Centro, is ap- pointed traveling freight and passenger agent Riverside, vice H. P. Monhana. Bro. E. C. Nichols has taken his assigned posi- tion as night telegrapher Declez. We regret to state the death of Bro. M. F. Skilling’s mother, after a short illness with pneu- monia. Bro. M. F. Skilling from Imperial to Riverside, relieving G. M. Russell. Bro. E. L. Dort, agent Glamis, was a very welcome visitor at Wilmington, while on short vacation visiting relatives at Long Beach. H. M. Baty is back and C. P. English resumes duty as manager in dispatcher’s office at Los Angeles. Business at Monte has increased so that the company had to put on a telegrapher besides ware- house for Bro. O. A. Mannon. Bro. George H. Reid is busy on his ranch at Mecca. Bro. C. H. Owens is spinning over the country with his Franklin, getting ready to win the next Phoenix road race. Barney Oldfield, take a “back seat.” Have seven grievances on hand at present time, which I expect to settle satisfactorily to all con- cerned. R. E. Loomis, now at Pomona, is a new member. F. E. Warner, extra at Monte, after relieving Bro. H. C. Powell at Chatsworth, on two months’ vacation, relieved Bro. C. H. Musselman, third Cabazon, while attending the poultry show in Los Angeles; then relieved Sister N. Bailiff, agent Cabazon a few days, and is now relieving Bro. R. E. Anderson, at Mammoth, while in Los An- geles and San Pedro on business. Bro. Charles Folson relieved Bro. O. Dumm, second Palm Springs, suffering a stroke of paralysis. Bro. C. B. Turner, who relieved Bro. C. A. Kemp, agent Bloomington, on leave of absence, later relieved H. C. Conway, Palm Springs, while in Los Angeles on leave. G. M. Russell to Redlands as ticket clerk. Bro. H. H. Brannon has returned to second Ogilby from an extended visit to his old home in Georgia, relieving Bro. H. L. Johnston, who then relieved Bro. E. F. Rowe at Saugus, reliev- ing A. J. Russell at Indio, who went to Ontario until Bro. H. P. Hockett takes it on assignment. Bro. J. G. Castleberry and bride will reside at Imperial Jet. Bro. A. L. Johnson, first Imperial Jet., has just built a fine, new bungalow near Bro. R. H. Hob- good’s. Fraternally, E. Mulvihill, Local Chairman. Tucson Division — Bro. Flynn, who was in El Paso, Tex., the early part of March on business, will probably take a trip to California shortly. Bro. Taylor is now spending some of his hard-earned coin over on the coast, relieved by Mr. Bowden, from Gila. Bro. Mack, an old-timer and an artist, will leave soon for his old place in “BD” office. Bro. R. E. Eiser is in “UN” extra. That office is again solid O. R. T. Brc. I. F. Omaley, from the Shasta Division, is extra assistant agent at Willcox. Bro. Christian, first Willcox, was in Dragoon the first of March on a short visit. Putting on the $95 cashier there makes “OX” a good job now. G. C. Kelber, from Cambray, bid in “GB” agency. F. S. Case, of Gage, was in Deming recently on a visit. Bro. L. P. Pritchett, agent Separ, lost his eight- year-old boy, the eldest, from typhoid fever. We extend our sincerest sympathy to him and family. A. H. Price, second Steins, relieved M. W. Bouch, who went to Aztec agency. Mr. Brown, third Steins, discharged for sleeping on duty, was relieved by Mrs. C. E. Pine, from the San Joaquin Division. Bro. W. H. Cook, second Dragoon, bid in Simon agency, vice Mr. Mause, who relieved Bro. G. C. Kelber, gone to Gila agency. Bro. Cook was re- lieved by Bro. B. S. Weiler, who has taken up a homestead at Dragoon and is now experimenting with “dry” farming. Bro. Weller was relieved at Dragoon by Sister E. J. Weiler, who has been on vacation. Bro. I. Ford, agent Dragoon, was relieved by Bro. J. A. Hibbs and went to second Simon. If the following new telegraphers are members from other divisions, please advise our local chair- man and oblige: W. A. Bowen, W. R. Bell and B. R. Pine, Gila; E. G. Jones, Lordsburg; F. M. Jones, Afton; E. A. Tann, Simon) J. W. Mause, Cambray; F. E. Dill, Benson; R. L. Miesse, Mes- cal; W. H. B. Johnson, Welton; A. H. Price and Clara E. Pine, Steins; Emma F. Price, Anapara. Div. Coa. Tucson Division, West End — Bro. J. C. High, from Stockton Division, is on fourth “BY” Yuma. Bro. C. U. Altig, second Sentinel, desires to trade to the Oregon lines. Bro. Butler has in his bid for sixty-day* leave May 31st, for a trip East. He will prob- ably not return alone. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 629 Bro. W. B. Estes, a new man, relieved Bro. Johnston at Red Rock, resigned. We were sorry to lose him. He is the kind we like to have on the division. Bro. Kimball is another new arrival, we are glad to have the two new brothers with us. Dxv. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His divine wisdom, has seen fit, to call from this earth to a brighter land, the oldest son of our beloved brother, C. H. Pritchett, and Whereas, He has been called upon to bear this grief and to walk with him no more in this life; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Division 53, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, Tucson District, extend to him and his bereaved family their deep- est sympathy in this their sad loss, and be it fur- ther Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be mailed to our esteemed Bro. Pritchett, a copy spread on the minutes of this division and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. T. T. Cull, B. M. Stanley, J. A. Hi bbs, * Committee. Salt Lake Division — Brothers, I desire to thank you all for the honor you have conferred upon me by electing me local chairman of this division. I will try and fill the office to the best of my ability without fear or favor, and do all in my power to assist any brother in line with our schedule. The local chairman has no other power than is conferred upon him in the schedule and the constitution of the Order. If you have a grievance refer to your schedule then take your grievance up with the proper official of the company. If you then do not get satisfaction turn it over to me and I will gladly handle it for you. Let us all forget past differences and strive for better conditions. If you desire to see prog- ress made, you should co-operate with me. There is no way we can secure thorough organization ex- cept by the united efforts of the membership. So don't leave it all for one man to do — you can help complete thorough organization by paying your dues promptly. When you have done that, get after all the delinquents and nons and line them up. Every non retards the progress we are try- ing to make towards better salaries and working conditions. One man has as much right to be a non-member as another, and if every telegrapher would put that prerogative in effect we would have no union. Therefore, let every agent and teleg- rapher assist in every way possible to make the Salt Lake Division, as good, if not better than any other division on the Southern Pacific road. I respectfully solicit your aid in the upbuild- ing of our Order. As much depends upon the membership, while much more depends upon the division officers. I trust you will be fair with me as I am likely to make some mistakes, but they will come from the head and not from the heart; you should be charitable towards me as it is only the persons who try to do something that make mistakes and the one who never made mistakes is a person who never attempted to do anything. Bro. C. E. Kalb, has been appointed local cor- respondent. I ask you boys, who expect to see a write-up in the journal every month from this division, to send your items of changes, etc., that come under your observation, to him at Clark, If we desire representation in the journal we certainly should help contribute. Let one man at each station act as correspondent and send his items to Bro. Kalb, these men should not be ap- pointed by any one, your sense of duty and loy- alty to the Order, which has done so much for us all should prompt you to assume the responsi- bility. Now, loosen up boys, with a little news, you know one man can not secure all the im- portant items without such assistance. Bro. C. W. Osborne, from the “Q” on third Promontory Point, will transfer to this division. Bro. E. J. Ineck, agent Lemay, taking in the sights in California, was relieved by Mr. J. B. Barnes. H. H. Hoover, Jr., second Lemay, will join next pay day. E. H. Gibson, third Lemay, ought to have a card. Bro. F. A. Lyon, from the Burlington, is on second Lucin, relieving Bro. J. I. Custer, who is in the East visiting relatives. Bro. Brownson, third Lucin, was married a short time ago to the storekeeper’s daughter at that place. V. N. says he is going to quit before long and help out his daddy-in -law. Congratulations. Bro. Henry Didlake relieving D. S. Clark on first Montello, who is seriously sick, is being re- lieved by Bro. J. L. Christmas on second, and h^ on third by A. A. Koett. Bro. T. P. Laughlin, third Cobre, has resigned, relieved by J. P. Long. ‘ It only costs $7.50 to join the fraternal depart- ment in April. Every member should provide himself with application blanks and see that the non in his vicinity secures the proper credentials. I will gladly furnish them upon request. Our committee is now in session with the man- agement in conference on the schedule revision to try and improve conditions and secure better salaries. Let us all stand by the committee and show that we appreciate what is being done for us. Every member exert himself to line the road up solid. Down the “knocker” within our ranks, who is by far a greater enemy than the non without; our committee has a hard task to perform. Do not become impatient and publicly express it to some brakeman or freight conductor, but instead communicate your views to the chair- man who, no doubt, will explain the situation to your satisfaction. Let us show the company that we are deserving of consideration in trying to Digitized by Google

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630 The Railroad Telegrapher. better our conditions, and that we appreciate our jobs by rendering the best service possible. I expect to furnish all our members with a copy of our new seniority list for 1913 within a very short time. If any brother or sister is overlooked in the distribution, advise me and I will immediately send you a copy. Now, boys, appoint yourself a committee of otic to round up the nons and send me the name and address of any member holding a card in another division, so I can transfer him. I hope to see every member doing his best. We want to avoid placing a special assessment to revise the con- tract on the Southern Pacific System if we pos- sibly can. Certainly this is a fair proposition and we should reciprocate. Fraternally, J. J. Brennan, Local Chairman. G. H. & S. A., El Paso Division — Marathon agency, and both second and third are open, looks like the town was under a boycott, also Marfa and Langtry third, Longfellow nights and Steam pump position. Greenland, Poinsette, Jenkins, Walcott, Calla- han, Carpenter and Durbin out of service in February, are all nons so we won’t miss them badly. This is no road for a non. All the new men cither come in first payday, or drift to some non scheduled road. Bro. J. W. Wise is one of our new men. Ex* Bro. H. T. Welsh was also hired last month. We trust lie will soon do the right thing. Mr. Wil- liams, is another new man we have been unable to get a line on. It would save correspondence if all new men would promptly advise the local chairman of their certificate and division number. We drew only two nons this month, J. T. Hurley and Mr. R. Q. Pollard, in place of the seven leav- ing the service, and they probably will wake up soon. • Bro. Burling, first Sanderson, is being relieved by Mr. Pollard, who was with us a few months last year. Bro. Smith will no doubt get his ap- plication now. Polvo nights closed before assignment was made and eighth El Paso “RK” was pulled off. Bro. Smith bidding in Sanderson second. Bro. A. J. Hoffman, Marfa third, bid in Sierra Blanca second; Bro. C. L. Fleshman, Langtry third, goes to fmlay second, and Bro. Lyles goes from Marathon second to Comstock second. This tnakes Comstock solid, with Bro. Glover agent and Bro. Shackleford just assigned to third. I am indebted to these brothers for some good notes and the promise of more next month. The application of Mr. Bee of “RK” El Paso, makes that office solid with the exception of Campbell. He and Hubbard, agent Marfa, are probably trying to counteract the effects of the high cost of living, in economizing by saving the price of a “card.” They are the only two on the division that this sort of economy appeals to. Hubbard headed our seniority list and has the best paying position on the division, w’hich he se- cured through our efforts. Before our schedule, with seniority clause was secured, he was at an “OS” agency getting about $75.00 a month, with a junior man agent at Marfa. Soon after the strict seniority clause was put into effect he bid in Marfa, and now draws something like $180.00 a month. Not only that but he expects our com- mittee to get him reinstated, when discharged for neglecting his duties, which was done a few years ago. Next time he is let out, I presume he will want a “card” for thirty days, long enough to get reinstated, but I fear he will want in vain- It is unfortunate that he is unable to start a “school,” but his knowledge of the “art” is too limited, the “farmer boys” won’t fall for his “fist.” Such men as this are found on all divi- sions. Let us be thankful we have only one of that kind' out of sixty-two employed on this divi- sion. It is now Bro. J. W. Barnhart again, he just overlooked the date on his old card. Think Luthy, second Alpine, better take a look at his card and see if it hasn’t nearly expired, a new one might come in handy soon. lie is back at work after being off on the sick list. Bro. J. D. Hackctt is off attending to business at El Paso, relieved »by Extra Wise, who has spoken for a “seat on the inside” next payday. Bro. C. L. Bush, third Alpine, ha^ been off for some time, but is expected back soon with a bride. Congratulations. He was relieved by Bro. W. E. McDaniels. Bro. H. J. Hall bid in Dryden second. Either he found eleven hours too long at Longfellow or the coal scoop too heavy. These pump-telegraph jobs are no vacation. We shall look for Bro. Bacon to bid in Longfellow; he likes to work. N. C. Knight bid in third Dryden. Each brother look up these new men as fast as they show up, and notify Bro. Starns, Alpine, so that he may furnish application blanks if neces- sary. It is almost impossible for our local chair- man to keep up with the extra list without the support of every member. This is quite important, and it is hoped all the brothers will do their best. Div. Cor., Cert. 352. G. H. & S. A., Houston Division — Bro. L. P. Lester, Schulenburg first, off sick, relieved by Bro. W. J. Dobbs, and he by Bro. M. T. Ney on second. Second and third Sugarland, East Bernard and Waelder closed March 15th. Bro. G. F. Marshall, Sugarland, was off a few days recently, relieved by F.. W. Cornick, a new man, who also relieved Bro. A. J. Umland, Rich- mond, while off. Would like someone on the west end to give me a line-up by the twentieth of each month of the happenings of interest on that district. This doesn’t mean that west end men are all that I want assistance from. Several recent changes I haven’t been able to get a line on. Cert. 2268. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 631 Louisiana Lines — Please notify your local chairman when a new man arrives at your station, giving him the infor- mation required, so he can have him transferred, if a member of some other division, or if a non. Our first trick dispatcher on the Morgan, Thomas H. Meeks, has been appointed chief dispatcher, vice W. S. Middlemas, promoted to assistant superintendent, vice H. G. Harden, re- signed. George B. Herington appointed assistant superintendent, vice E. L. Martin, resigned. La- mar H. Cecil appointed assistant superintendent, vice J. F. Sanders, resigned. Our new superin- tendent is L. Mims, and our new general superin- tendent is H. W. Sheridan, from the coast. Other assistant superintendents are J. W. Knightlingcr, J. C. Simino and J. P. Nolan. Our new night chief is L. S. Byrd, vice J. E. Nunez, resigned to ac- cept position as chief dispatcher for the T. & P. Ry. at New Orleans. We were sorry to lose Jen. S. J. belmoudy and L. E. Woodul, dispatchers at LaFayette, have resigned, succeeded by E. E. Soulier and L. S. ’ Bourne. Dispatcher O. V. Touchton has also resigned to accept a similar position with the T. & P. Ry. at New Orleans. Good luck to “Touch;” we're sorry to lose him. Franklin, Jeanerette, Olivier and New Iberia nights and second and third at Baldwin and Race- land Jet. have beery closed. Bowie telegraph office is now open continuously, the two operators from “J” having been moved there. H. L. Feske made a flying trip recently to La- fayette for investigation, and J. C. Hampton has gone to “MD” third, his regular assignment. E. L. Coyle was relieved by E. M. Chapman, the “wreck kid.” W. Stevens is back again, after being off for some time with his mother, who he had to take to the hospital. J. Hachet, agent “CH,” called brother in last write-up, was an error. Why not live up to the rule: “No card, no favors.” “If a task is once begun, never leave it till it’s done,” so let’s keep this write-up going. Be sure you send me your votes before the twentieth, otherwise they will have to be held over. P. F. O’Donnell, a long time local conductor between Morgan City and Lafayette, is nOw trav- eling conductor. A better one could not have been picked out. Let’s get all the nons in and then we can ask the new officials for better conditions — three men where there are now two with the agent, giving him all his time for station work and making it easier for the telegraphers. The trainmen of the Southern Pacific are said to have the best contract in the United States. We can have one just as good when we thoroughly organize. Motor car service has been established between Abbeville and Lafayette, via New Iberia, Cade and Breaux Bridge. Bro. W. W. Pigford, from the Frisco, is now agent at Bowie, vice C. Baggese, resigned. We hope to have the {hird trick man before long. W. Walker, second Morgan City, went to New Orleans, relieved by F. Cook, from the A. C. L. in Kentucky. The two new dispatchers in Lafayette are A. O’Larie and R. Clements, both working on the Morgan. Having no opposition, Bro. D. C. Wells was re- elected local chairman. He wishes to secure the assistance of a good committee, and would be glad to have any suggestions you may wish to make as to who he shall appoint. Bro. H. L. Feske, Bayou Sale-Foster post office, was appointed correspondent. Cashiers have been pulled off at Baldwin, Frank- lin and Opelousas, and two clerks at Alexandria. Ramso and Fournet ticket offices have been closed. Recent assignments — Schriever third, P. A. Firmin; Avondale first, W. H. Ashton; New Or- leans “WS” fourth, D. C. Wells; Sulphur first, E. Poinboeuf; Sulphur second, S. H. Chauvin; Welsh first, F. W. Gershefski; Cheneyville third, C. M. Kilpatrick; Broussard agency under adjust- ment. Vacancies — New Orleans “WS” nights;' Abbe- ville, Washington and Port Barre agencies, latter salary $65; Schriever second; Boutte, Walsh, Cade and Morgan City third. Always mail the local chairman a copy of your application. Would thank the L. W. boys for a little news every month, as I have no way of getting it unless you let me know when a change is made. Thanks to the boys on the Morgan who sent in notes this month. Come again, and be sure to send them before the twentieth. Best wishes to all. “FS,” Cert. 2179. Northern Pacific Ry. Olympia, .Wash., March 23, 1913. All Members Division Fifty-four: The election in February resulted as follows: Local Chairmen — Relay Division, Bro. A. R. Lee, Room 407, N. P. Bldg., St. Paul, Minn.; Lake Superior Division, Bro. A. E. Youngberg, Finlay- son, Minn.; St. Paul Division, Bro. Clyde Bartee, 608 Second St., N. E., Little Falls, Minn.; Minne- sota Division, Bro. W. O. Ash, Wadena, Minn.; Fargo Division, Bro. K. P. Micbaelson, Mapleton, N. Dak.; Dakota Division, Bro. H. H. Ellsworth, Sterling, N. Dak.; Yellowstone Division, Bro. M. A. Smoot, Glendive, Mont.; Montana Division, Bro. A. A. Wilson, Laurel, Mont.; Rocky Mountain Division, Bro. V. B. Weber, Dixon, Mont.; Idaho Division, Bro. B. E. Nason, Athol, Idaho; Pasco Division, Bro. R. F. Hickey, Connell, Wash.; Seattle Division, Bro. R. W. Baker, Seattle, Wash, (since deceased, and a new election being called); Tacoma Division, R. F. Graham, Woodland, Wash. General Chairman — Bro. Sam Johnson, North Branch, Minn. General Secretary and Treasurer — Bro. I. N. Holmes, 1009 East Third St., Olympia, Wash. Delegate, District 1, Bro. Clyde Bartee, Little Falls, Minn.; alternate, Bro. A. B. Nelson, Little Falls, Minn. Digitized by v^ooQle

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632 The Railroad Telegrapher. Delegate, District 2, Bro. H. H. Ellsworth, Sterling, N. Dak.; alternate, Bro. D. C. Poin- dexter, Jamestown, N. Dak. Delegate, District 3, Bro. M. A. Smoot, Glen- dive, Mont.; alternate, Bro. Earl Victor, Glendive, Mont. Delegate, District 4, Bro. E. R. Rowan, R. F. D. 2, Missoula, Mont.; alternate, Bro. P. J. Sei- fert, Missoula, Mont. Delegate, District 5, Bro. B. E. Nason, Athol, Idaho; alternate, Bro. A. E. Elver, White Pine, Mont. Delegate, District 6, Bro. R. F. Hickey, Connell, Wash.; alternate. Bro. C. S. Reeves, St. Paul, Minn. * Delegate, District 7, Bro. R. W. Baker, Seattle, Wash, (deceased since); alternate, Bro. D. W. Williams, Auburn, Wash. Delegate, District 8, Bro. R. F. Graham, Wood- land, Wash.; alternate, Bro. J. F. Henderson, Tenino, Wash. Delegate, District 9, Bro. Sam Johnson, North Branch, Minn.; alternate, Bro. F. E. McAllister, St. Paul, Minn. Delegate, District 10, Bro. I. N. Holmes, Olym- pia, Wash.; alternate, Bro. T. D. Miller, Cheney, Wash. Each local chairman has been supplied with a list of delinquents on his division for the term ending June 30th next, and I trust everyone will assist in getting those who are actually in service to remit at once. Yours 'fraternally, I. N. Holmes, G. S. & T. Tacoma Division — Woodland, Wash., March 10, 1913. Members Tacoma Division: I wish to extend you my sincere thanks for the confidence placed in me by returning me to the office of local chairman for the ensuing term, and assure you that it will be my aim in the future, as in the past, to build up our organization in every possible way, thus bettering our working conditions and making our life more pleasant and worth while. I also wish to thank you for the co-operation given me during the past two years and ask that you will continue in the future in the same man- ner. Bro. Henderson, of Tenino, will continue to act as our correspondent. Send your notes so they will reach him before the 20th of each month. Bro. H. A. Long will succeed Bro. Henderson as local secretary and treasurer, and will receive all contributions to the social fund and publish a statement of its condition each month in The Telegrapher. The following will act as assistant local chair- mao: Bro. H. L. Phillips, of Fairfax, for the Buckley branch; Bro. J. L. Kycek, of South Bend, for the South Bend branch; Bro. M. L. Lindel, of Montesano, for the Gray’s Harbor line, and Bro. J. F. Henderson, of Tenino, from Bucoda to South Tacoma, inclusive. A ruling was made at a conference of general managers and our General Chairman Bro. John- son that: “When a position is closed or a teleg- rapher has been replaced by an older man in the service, it is necessary for the telegrapher so affected to exercise his seniority rights within fifteen days.” Those who have not been supplied with late seniority lists drop me a line and I will forward one. The Seattle and Tacoma Divisions joined in obtaining a beautiful floral design in remembrance of our deceased brother and local chairman, R. W. Baker, and all members are asked to contribute, if only in a small way, remitting same to. Bro. I. N. Holmes, 1009 E. Third St., Olympia, Wash. Looking forward to the next two years as a period of wonderful advancement of our craft, both in the way of organization and betterment of our conditions, I am. Yours fraternally, R. F. Graham, L. C. Tacoma Division Notes — Bro. Kingsroill Commander, formerly of the Seattle Division, who has been quite ill for some time is relieving Sister Lola Graybeal on vacation. We are glad to have recruits such as Bro. Com- mander on the extra list. Bro. J. W. Ezell, serving a life term in a Pennsylvania prison for killing a trainman in self- defense, makes bone styluses and sells them for 35 cents each to purchase newspapers and other small necessaries. Bro. Graham has several on hand for sale. The few delinquents for 'the present term should remit at once and get in good standing before it is too late. Advise that $45 night helper at your station or close to you that he may get into serious trouble by using the telephone so frequently and giving out information concerning trains. He not only violates the federal law himself, but causes the day telegrapher, working eleven hours, to do the same. Bro. D. H. Illick, agent Adna, on short leave, was relieved by Mr. McClelan, a remnant of the Seattle Division prior to 1905. Bros. Henderson, Long and Graham, attended the funeral services of Bro. R. W. Baker at Tacoma, Sunday, March 16th. On account of the very short notice it was almost impossible for the other brothers to attend. Sister Nellie Wiley has returned to first South Tacoma after spending three months in Southern California. Bro. J. F. Henderson, who has turned rancher, is now on third Tenino, vice W. S. Fisk, who took second, vice J. L. Clifton, now on first, vice J. T. Cook, who went to Centralis third, vice Bro. L. C Wyse. The latter and Bro. Selfe were taken off at Kelso on account of the automatic block, Bra Selfe going to Castle Rock, vice Bro. Sherman. Bro. Wyse will go to Coyleston agency when it is opened. H. J. White, of Kelso, after looking over the Harbor line, bumped Bro. H. A. Long, first Roy, who went to third, vice Bro. Peck, who relieved Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 633 Bro. H. E. James, first Hillhurst, gone to third Rainier, vice J. C. Collins, who goes to third Mc- Intosh, vice Bro. Locey. J. B. Graybeal bid in agent-telegrapher Bucoda. Bro. Erland resigned, putting second Chehalis on bulletin. Bro. Dean, on third there, after •pending ninety days on his ranch in Central Oregon relieving Bro. S. C. Sherwood on sixty days’ leave, visiting relatives in the East. Bro. Napper, third Winlock, goes to Hoquiam, vice Mr. Richie. The following is Local Secretary and Treasurer Henderson's report of Social Fund to date: Cash on hand, $9.60; unpaid notes, $20.85; total, $30.45. Dues are 25 cents each month, payable in advance, and every member is requested to remit his dues promptly to Bro. H. A. Long, our new local secretary and treasurer, at Roy, Wash., as we wish to send Bro. Graham over the division prior to his departure for St. Paul to meet the general managers, so as to thoroughly acquaint him with our needs, and his time lost and ex- penses while on the road are to be paid from our local fund. We want our local chairman to know what he is going after. Lend a helping hand and see that our committee has the proper backing of the men. Get your names from off the delinquent list, and help our local chairman in every way possible. Please send all changes that occur in your office or vicinity to me before the 20th of the month.* J. F. Henderson, Tenino, Wash. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward our brother, R. W. Baker. In manifesta- tion of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Tacoma Division, of System Division No. 54, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing mother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympatny in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved mother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. J. F. Henderson, H. A. Long, R. F. Graham, Committee. Seattle Division, First District — W. H. Arnold has returned to Ellensburg days after several months at Pasco as chief dispatcher’s clerk. J. R. Collins, who relieved him went to second Kanaskat, relieving Bro. A. W. Ackley, who bid in third Thorp, vice Mrs. M. Gable, who relieved Bro. Silliphant, second Nelsons, on vaca- tion. Sister Jonas, first Nelsons, was called East on account of the illness of her father and mother and Sister Hurlbut, third Nelsons, has been in the hospital some time with appendicitis. Both are being believed by new telegraphers. Bro. and Sister Gwinn on two months’ vaca- tion in the South, are being relieved by Bro. and Sister Finner from the north end. After undergoing several operations and spend- ing over three months in the hospital at Tacoma, Bro. R. W. Baker, our local chairman, passed away Saturday, March 15th. The remains were taken to his old home at Norwalk, Ohio, for burial, accompanied by his mother and brother- in-law, who were with him during his illness. His brother telegraphers did all they could for him during his illness and after his death a funeral service was held and arrangements made for flowers at his home town. A beautiful floral of- fering contributed by the Pasco Division brothers accompanied the remains. Bro. Baker is sincerely mourned by the brothers who knew him. In him they lost a true friend and the cause of unionism a stanch supporter. He was re-elected local chair- man and also delegate to the convention. Bro. D. W. Williams, of “CF” office, was elected alternate and will therefore be our delegate to the convention and nomination ballots are out for local chairman. We hope that a good man will be elected and that all the nons and delin- quents will hasten to pay up and present a solid front when the committee meets the management to endeavor to secure better wages and working conditions for the telegraphers and telephones on this road. Remember that “United we stand, divided we fall,” and the committefe can accomplish very lit- tle without the full support of the membership, both moral and financial. Cert. 85. St. Paul Relay Division — Bro. A. R. Lee was elected local Chairman of this division. If you have any work for him to do take it up with him and it will be attended to promptly. Bro. Sam Johnson went East March 20th with the remains of Bro. Baker, local chairman west end. We have not only lost one of the best chair- men we ever bad, but we have also lost a man whom orie would pick out of a crowd, and say, “there is a good, square fellow.” A good fellow to talk to with a pleasant smile, but a face that could be as stern as adamant when the welfare of his men was at stake. Bro. O’Malley has just recovered from a two months’ severe illness. He is the oldest man in “NP” office. Bro. Lee has recovered from a week’s illness with the grippe. Wc have arrived at the stage where we are not asking the nons to join as a favor, nor to help us out, but to give them a fair opportunity to help better their own condition, and they should be able to see the light after all the Order has accomplished, and see it just as quick as ordinary circumstances will permit, especially those who are drawing $400 a year increased pay as a re- sult of our efforts in their behalf. Digitized by Google

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634 The Railroad Telegrapher. There is orfly one right way, and a man who won't join is not with us, but against us, no mat- ter what his argument is. We are hiring the boat aruf he is riding free. "Oggifohnan," Cor. St. Paul Division — Mrs. Buck, first Gregory, off a few days, re- lieved by W. Blackhurst, extra. Bro. Duffee, second Elk River, goes to third St., St. Paul, relieved by Mr. Berg, a new man. We hope he will soon be with us and keep Elk River solid. W. A. Young, chief dispatcher off sick, relieved by night chief Benner, and he by First Trick Dispatcher E. H. Briley, relieved by Mr. Mero, third “MS," relieved by Mr. Arctander, a new man. Bro. McCready bid in third Rices, vice Mr. War- rington, resigned, relieved by Bro. Parr from the "Q" As I have been re-elected local chairman and also elected delegate to our convention at Balti- more, I wish to thank the brothers and sisters for their support. I assure you I will do my utmost to serve you one and all as best I possibly can, and I shall feel proud to tell the brothers and sisters in Baltimore of the good condition of the St. Paul Division of the N. P. I would be glad to receive any suggestions any of you might wish to make for the betterment of our welfare as there is always room for im- provement. Please give us any notes and changes that occur for our next write-up. We all like to see as many notes each month as possible to obtain. • Yours fraternally, Clyde Bartee, L. C. Lake Superior Division — There was no write-up. last month as I was unable to get hold of any of the changes. I de- sire to thank all those brothers who helped me with notes this month especially Bro. “Darby" Gray, who sent me a “big bunch." Bro. E. F. Berrisford, agent Lindstrom, bid in Ashland days, Bro. Babcock going to Hinckley third, Mr. Yeakey going from Scanlon to Lind- strom. A. H. Baldwin, agent Pillager for the past five years resigned to accept a similar position on the Soo Line, relieved by C. F. . Blake, second Wyo ming, relieved by Bro. Schendel, second Hugo, and he by Bro. Ayers third there, relieved by Bro. Sinclair from the Grand Trunk Pacific, until third Hugo discontinued March aoth, when Bro. Sinclair left us. Bro. Vesper, agent Hugo, re- lieved thirty days while looking over his land interests in Florida by Bro. Gray, who went to Pillager while transfer being made there. Telegraph office Walbridgc closed for the sum- mer Bro. West leaving us. Mr. Yeakey, agent Lindstrom, on three months’ leave, is in the meat market business, started by him and his father at Taylor's Falls, relieved by Bro. A. E. Youngberg, of Finlayson, relieved by Bro. Gray, Sturgeon Lake agency, relieved by Bro. Davidson, and he on second Hinckley, by Bro. Babcock, relieved on third there by Bro. Day, who has been visiting friends in Minneapolis. Mr. Butterick, agent Hinckley, while visit- ing friends at Grantsburg and the Twin Cities, relieved by Relief Agent Bro. Gray, who also re- lieved R. T. Addington, agent Iron # River, while laid up with the grippe. Bro. Willig, second “DU" Duluth, after making a trip over the third and shaking hands with the boys, was laid up a few days, relieved by Bro. Day. Bro. M. P. Hovde, agent Willow River, Bro. D. C. Gray, division relief agent, Bro. O. A. Johnson, third Moose Lake and T. B. Nelson, took in “Ben Hur" at Duluth, and Bro. J. A. Peterson, agent Pine City, saw the play at Min- neapolis. Bro. Schoader, agent Tamarack, has resigned and gone to the Canadian Northwest. His many friends regret his departure and we hope our Canadian brothers will use him right, for he is truly a “good fellow." Bro. Rhody bid in Tama- rack agency, relieved on second Aitkin by Bro. Johnson, and he on third there by Bro. O’Neal from third Mahtowa, discontinued for the sum- mer. Bro. Chezek is now working there from 9 p. m. until 6 a. m. Bro. Knowlton, extr^ dispatcher, while relieving Dispatcher Brundagc was relieved on first Duluth by Mr. O'Brien, second West Duluth, relieved by Mr. Nicholson, third Motley discontinued for the summer. Bro. Wagner is now at Virginia, Minn., with the D. W. & P., relieved at Cloquet days by Mr. Young, a new man. Bro. Moak, formerly on Hinckley third, also went to Virginia, Minn., sqth the D. W. & P. We wish them success. Bro. A. E. Youngberg, who was elected local chairman for this division, appointed Bro. Willig and myself as assistant local chairman, and if the brothers will all help us, we can have our divi- sion 100 per cent strong by the time the general committee goes in to meet the management in the spring. If the committee has the proper backing it will be able to secure a substantial raise for us>. Do all you can boys, and advise the local chair- man of all the nons you work with. In this way we will be able to land the most of them. “No card, no favors." Div. Cor. Dakota Division — Bro. II. H. Ellsworth, our local chairman, en route to Mexico, writes: “ ‘Gratifying’ is the word. Ere the February Telegrapher had reached all the readers we were in receipt of many com- plimentary and encouraging letters, urging a con- tinuance of the good work now started for the betterment of the good old Order on the Dakota Division. All right, brothers, with your help and co-operation wc will exert whatever boosting abili- ties we may possess to the utmost in an endeavor Digitized by LjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 635 to have a solid Dakota by June, with good fellow- ship reigning supreme. “W'hile on our way south we stopped off a day at St. Louis and called on Bro. L. W. Quick, our grand secretary and treasurer, who extended us a most cordial welcome. We were shown through the general offices by Bro. Quick, who explained the workings of the different departments, and everything was done to make our visit a pleasant one. The amount of work handled here is indeed surprising and, although the Order now occupies the entire seventh floor of the Star building, more room will soon be necessary for the more prompt and efficient handling of this rapidly-increasing business. “We left with a very friendly feeling toward the officials and others for the cordial treatment and courtesies extended and with a better con- ception of the good work they are doing in the interests of the ever-progressive Order of Railroad Telegraphers. 73 to all.’* Bros. Ellsworth and O’Hara being by this time, no doubt, somewhere in the wilds of darkest Mex- ico, it becomes my painful duty to see that the Dakota Division is represented within these pages. This being my first attempt, the result may not be on a par with those of the preceding few months, but if called upon again, I hope to be able to say I have improved with experience. As I haven’t received any assistance in the way of an item, 1 think all criticisms should be conspicuous by their absence. The recent election resulted in Bro. Ellsworth being chosen as local chairman and delegate, and myself as alternate. As some of the politicians would say, “The country is saved,” and all that now remains is to line up ioo-proof and get the money. With your assistance, we can do both, and you should see that that assistance is forth- coming. On behalf of Bro. Ellsworth and myself, I wish to thank all the brothers who lent us their support, and trust they will have no cause for regrets. “J” fourth discontinued for the winter, Bro. Matson taking third “J,” vice Bro. D. C. Poin- dexter, who bumped into third “JY.” Bro. Whitcorae, second Medina, was taken sick with pleurisy and went to New Rockford to re- cuperate, relieved by the helper, Mr. Opp, on ac- count of the shortage of operators. J. L. Seveland, second Steele, off for several weeks owing to illness, was relieved by R. L. Powell, a new man. Bro. Scott, third Steele, transferred to Seattle Division, relieved by H. M. Payne, from Sterling. Bro. F. L. Carll, agent Barlow, later bid it in. On Seveland’s return Payne left for the Far West, and Powell followed him within a couple of days, relieved by F. E. Redner, another newcomer. Bro. Martin Beal, third Sterling, assumed the agency at that point during Bro. Ellsworth’s ab- sence, J. D. Rohrer relieved Bro. Ohara on sec- ond, and H. M. Payne relieved Bro. Beal on third. Payne later went to Steele, relieved by Bro. Boggs, from third “JY.” Rohrer later went to Hazleton, relieved by Bro. H. V. Tonolli, a new man. Ex-Bro. Bettgcr, agent Hazleton, on several months' leave, relieved by J. D. Rohrer, from Sterling. Bro. C. B. Johnson is back at Bismarck, after spending a month East. Bro. F. J. Moe, agent Flasher, taking his an- nual, relieved by J. A. Cummins. Bro. J. O. Wright, agent Glover, is also taking a little rest, relieved by A. F. Anderson, a new man. W. L. Norton bid in Oberon agency, vice G. F. Cronnoble, resigned. Bro. Harry Marsh, having recovered from the recent injury to his foot, is back at Brinsmade, vice O. J. Rosenthal, who bid in Sykeston agency, vice W. W. Jaynes, who goes to Carson. Bro. F. A. Sommars, agent Mercer, on a trip to Texas and other Southern points, relieved by O. J. Knapp, a new man. Say, “Bo,” have you spoken to that non yet? Come on, fellow, a ‘little “pep” and the Dakota will head the list. Promises are all right as far as they go, but they never helped to obtain a new schedule. Keep after 'em. Bro. Colby, from Mott, gets Hazleton agency, vice J. D. Rohrer, who bid in the telegraph posi- tion at Mott. Tappen and Barlow agencies are now on bul- letin; nice berths for some of the newlyweds, of which we have quite a few. Ex-Bro. McCrcady, of Tappen, has a nice piece of land up in Canada, and is going to try his hand at farming. We wish him luck. A little more of the “No card, no favors” treat- ment will have a good effect on some of the hard- shells. It is now Bro. J. E. Bohlig, and the J. R. & O. is now solid with the exception of ex-Bro. P. S. Gutensohn, at Grand Rapids. We hope to land him in the near future. When you have read your copy of The Teleg- rapher, blue-pencil the Dakota Division notes and send it to some non working near you. Anyone wanting blanks can get them from cither Bro. Ellsworth at Sterling or from me at Jamestown. Good supply always on hand. If I have failed to call anyone brother entitled to it, let me know and I will gladly make the cor- rection. It is rumored that a new division is to be cre- ated from part of the present Dakota and Yellow- stone Divisions, taking in the main line, Mandan to Dickinson, belonging to the Yellowstone, and the Mott and Mandan North Lines, belonging to Dakota Division. If this should become a reality, there are several good brothers on these lines who we shall be sorry to lose. As the convention will be held shortly after you receive this issue, any suggestions you may offer will be greatly appreciated and given due consideration. The committee will no doubt meet in St. Paul very soon after the convention, and suggestions will also be in order then. Would like to hear from some of the agents whose cx- Digitized by v^ooQle

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636 The Railroad Telegrapher. press commissions are now being cut into by the parcel post. Don’t be backward. As the weather begins to moderate, the “boom- ers” will begin their annual migrations for pas- tures new, and the changes may come thick and fast, so remember that “every little item has a meaning all its own.” Send them to either Bro. Ellsworth at Sterling or to me at Jamestown. D. C. Poindexter, Cert. 742. Dickinson, N. D., Relay Divison — Late Night Wire Chief Bro. F. J. Flury, on a two weeks’ trip to the Twin Cities, was relieved by Bro. E. D. King, and he by Oliver Whaley, former chief clerk for the superintendent of tele- graph at St. Paul. Mrs. A. W. Sterland, wife of Bro. A. W. Ster- land, was called to Coulee, Wash, on account of the death of her father. Bro. J. P. Ferriter, for six years assistant wire chief, resigned to accept a position as night wire chief with the W. U. — a better position. The boys miss Jack very much. He was not only one of the best men on the N. P. System, but a fine fellow and liked by all. Oliver Whaley, who re- lieved Bro. Ferriter as assistant, was relieved by Bro. King on Bro.,Flury’s return. Bro. H. G. Johnson, from St. Paul, bumped Mr. Alexander on third, who went to St. Paul vice Lindhom, resigned. Bro. W. J. Servis was off several days on account of sickness, and the boys had to double until “Bill” was able to eat three square meals a day again. While Bro. C. E. Ferriter, assistant repeater chief at the Western Union was sick, Bros. J. W. Snyder and E. D. King, from this office, filled in his time. This office is now solid, with the exception of Manager Rudiselle and Assistant Whaley, and we intend to keep it this way and live in hope that the committee next June may be able to agree with the company on something better, at least “Sunday overtime,” which would certainly look good to the boys in this office, who never get a Sunday or even an hour off. Cert. 1982. Pasco Division — Bro. I. I. Burfield, agent Satus, is off ninety days, relieved by D. P. Tuggle, who has made several promises to come in with us. Rro. W. H. Graft, agent Lamar, bid in Parker. Bro. R. F. Hickey, first Connell, who has been assistant local chairman, and who has been acting chairman since the resignation of Bro. Eiser, was elected to the position permanently, lie is a young man of sterling qualities, and has done some very good work on this division. The courteous and gentlemanly way in which he has handled all the business of the Order, not only with the members on the division, but with the officials and others he has come in contact with, has won him a host of friends, who all wish him success as local chairman and other things he may undertake in the future. It is such men as Bro. Hickey who accomplish things for the Order which count, and we all extend our congratulations to him in his election both as local chairman and delegate. He was a recent Pasco visitor, relieved by Bro. E. E. LaMarche, a “C. S.” man. Bro. D. J. Beattie is relieving Mr. Morton, agent Outlook. Bro. W. Hi McKeown, sixth “PA,” was off a few days on account of sickness. N. J. Byrne, formerly E. J. Moran’s clerk, is now holding desk 3. Bro. W. H. Arnald, assistant first Ellenstrarg. relieving N. J. Byrne as chief dispatcher’s clerk, has returned to Ellensburg, relieved by Mr. Kil- gore, from Spokane. Bro. C. H. Mockross bid in fourth “PA.” Bro. C. S. Davis, manager “PA,” was on the sick list lecently. Business is good and it should mean better pay for us. The "few nons, while doing nothing to help the committee trying to secure an increase, will be right up in the front rank with both hands out when it succeeds. Cert. 606. Montana Division — Bro. F. M. Haines, Box 191, Logan, Mont., has kindly consented to accept the office of assistant local chairman of this division. , The brothers and sisters can secure any information from him, but must in return assist him in his work. We waift to make this division solid within the next three months, and Bro. Haines will do his part if you will do yours. He will act as local chairman at such times as your chairman is called away. Bro. “Shorty” Arnold, who has just returned from an extended visit to California, has consented to accept the office of correspondent of this divi- sion. Any items of news sent to him at Hoppers will be appreciated. Your chairman would have been very unsuccessful with previous write-ups without assistance of Bros. Arnold, Brown, White- hall, Haines, Logan, Perkins and Lombard, all of which has been duly appreciated. We have more than held our own in the matter of write-ups for the past six months, and with an additional mem- bership of 38 in four months and ia more coming in, we should have no trouble in keeping up our past reputation. Recent assignments on bulletins arc: Agent telegraphers — Emigrant, Bro. M. B. Angle, and Pipestone to Bro. McDonald, third East Helena, assigned to Bro. McEntire. Later Bro. McDonald cancelled his bid on Pipestone agency, and it was awarded to C. O. Hay, the next oldest bidder. “VS” Livingston, 2:30 p. m. trick, was awarded to Bro. Hazlett, and second Columbus to F. A. Tur- vey. Operator-clerk Laurel depot not yet filled. Later Bro. Hazlett cancelled h»s bid on “VS” Livingston and it was awarded to Bro. Gabriel, the next oldest man. We understand Bro. Hazlett only went to Livingston a few days to try it out but it was put on bulletin the day he was ready to go, and two days later returned to Billings, his former position. Bro. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 637 brother to wish to undermine anyone, and Living- ston and Billings will be bulletined, as well as other vacancies. The general committee will meet in St. Paul about June ist. We will in the meantime have a meeting, and we hope everyone who can attend will be present, especially those who have sugges- tions to make which can be brought up at this conference. Bro. Dormer, for several years late night chief at Billings, has gone to “NP” St. Paul. We are sorry to lose “MO,” but wish him success. Third “BG” is now on bulletin. Bro. Houg, from the Soo Line, is at Laurel depot. We welcome him to our division. A. A. W. Montana Division Notes — The opening of the “Liv.” Ry. Club, the evening of March ioth, was a deserved success, as shown by the very large attendance. Some entertaining selections were rendered by the Railway Glee Club, including a tenor soloist and an efficient violinist. Among those from out of town were: Bro. Diefenderfer and family, of Belgrade; Bro. Laber- tew and wife and Sister Turk, of Chestnut; Bro. Atwood and family, of West End; Bro. Smith, of Muir; wife of Bro. Shuping, Bros. Davis and Arnold, of “HA; Sister Sullivan, of “ST,” and perhaps some others whom we did not see. ' Bro. McEntire bid in East Helena third, re- lieved on Bozeman second on bid by F. A. Ward, of Washington. Bro. Young, second East Helena, now visiting relatives in Kentucky, relieved by Mr. Orman. {]. S. Parmenter, third Ekst Helena, who bid in third Trident, has just returned from a visit at Bozeman and Hoppers. Bro. Strachan, who has been on the sick list, is now at Whitehall. Sister Hurt, third Winston, visiting at her home in Livingston, is contemplating a visit to Cali- fornia, relieved by Mf. Huntley. Bro. Conners bid in second Toston, leaving third n bulletin. Bro. Perkins, while at Red Lodge, was relieved on second Lombard by his wife. Mr. Pidg'eon, re- lieved by Mrs. Pidgeon on third there, has been doing extra dispatching at Three Forks for the Milwaukee, relieved Bro. Judd on third Bozeman, who takes a position in the freight house pending bulletin. Bro. Atwood, third West End, visited his home- stead near Great Falls in February, and found that his house and barn had been pillaged. The depot at Hoppers was burned March 15th, catching fire from the sparks of an engine about 1 :oo a. m., Bros. Davis, Shuping and Arnold losing considerable stuff. Through the efforts of Engineman Wilson and the fireman of Engine 3001 the living cars were saved with water from the engine. The office is now in part of Davis’ car, and the brothers are sleeping in Arnold’s car. “Shorty” is in Caboose 1120 until other arrange- v ments are made. Bro. 9mith, third Muir, is baching while his wife is visiting relatives in Minnesota. Bro. Atwood’s wife is suffering with an affected ear drum Mr. Riddell bid in third “MU” tower, vice Bro. Tietz, who bid in third Homestake, vice Mr. Kissenger, who went to Toston and then resigned. Bro. Grimes, third “BZ,” is now on a homestead near Big Timber. Bro. Verne Strachan, who has been on the sick list, resigned third Whitehall and went to the G. N., at Judith Gap. Bro. Marshall, formerly on third Whitehall, has also gone to the G. N. Bro. Brown, first Whitehall, has returned from a three weeks’ vacation. Bro. A. H. Ward bid in second Whitehall, vice Extra Wright. Bro. Lofgren, of Pipestone, bid in agent-teleg- rapher Silesia. Bro. Huntley has gone to his homestead at Saco, Mont., for three months. Bro. Brenneman, Three Forks, while at Boze- man on court duty, was relieved by Bro. Brown, first Whitehall. Div. Cor. Rocky Mountain Division — To Members Rocky Mountain Division, Greetings: I wish to thank you for your support at the recent election, when you elected me as your local chairman for the coming two years. It is my earnest desire to have this division solid within the next two months, so as to present a solid front when the committee meets the man- agement for a revision of our schedule in June, and it is with this in view that I ask each of you to make it a personal matter whenever you are working with a non at your own station or the next station each side of you to ask him to join us. Do not let up if he does not say “yes” at fir\t, but keep after him with convincing argu- ments as to the good the Order has done for us and is doing now, showing him that he is hurting himself as well as the balance of us by not sup- porting our organization. No man should be willing to go along month after month reaping the benefits of shorter hours, increased salaries and improved working conditions, all of which were obtained through the efforts of our Order, without being willing to contribute his moral and financial support in exchange for the benefits he is deriving. I do not believe we have anybody working on this division who can not be brought to the right point of view if you will just keep after them, and I hope you all realize how necessary it is for you to take a keen personal interest in this matter. We have only two months left in w-hich to gather them in and it means a lot of hard work for all of u*. Kindly drop me a line any time there is a change at your station, and advise me if the man relieving is a member or a non. This will enable me to keep my records up to date as well as give me notes for the journal. I have appointed Bro. D. G. Kuffel as assistant with jurisdiction over the Butte and Helena lines, and will appoint another assistant shortly to handle the Coeur d’Alene line. Bro. Kuffel and myself have a good supply of blanks, and any time you Digitized by Google

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638 Tiie Railroad Telegrapher. have a prospect drop either of us a lin£, and we will be glad to send all you need as well as help you line up your prospect. Let me again urge you to do all in your power to make your own and the next station on each side of you solid. If you will only assist me in this manner we will make this the banner division of “Fighting 54“ long before our two months are up. Everybody get busy, and let our motto be: “Do it now.” Fraternally, V. N. Weber. L. C. Rocky Mountain Division Notes — Bro. Ilunsinger, Ravalli second, bid in Saltesc agency, but after taking a look at it decided he didn’t want it, and bid in “MA” Missoula second. Bro. Johnson relieved on Ravalli second until bid in by Bro. Breed. Bros. Blankenship and Meilkc, second and third Arlee, on three months’ leave, are busy putting in spring crops on their ranches near Dixon, re- lieved by Messrs. Pender and Wilson, respectively. Bro. McClure, “MA” Missoula third, off a few weeks on a trip to Spokane and coast points, was relieved by Bro. Merrick, who also filled in on second there while on bulletin. Bro. Larson, Silver Bow first, resigned and gone to B. A. & P. city office at Butte, relieved by Mr. O'Dell until bid in by Bro. Beal. Bro. Atchison, “HY” Helena first, on ninety days’ leave, failed to return, position bulletined, bid in by Mr. Brien, Mr. Hoover filling in during transfer. Bro. E. W. Carr, St. Regis second, off some time on account of sickness, has returned. Bro. Dana, who relieved him, is now relieving Bro. Brown, Rivulet third, gone East for an operation on his ankle, broken last fall and failed to heal properly. Bro. Croan relieved Sister Coats, Lothrop third, a few days on account of eye trouble. Bro. Dilla, extra agent St. Regis, off to the coast a few weeks, relieved by Mr. Sholz. Bro. and Mrs. H. J. Carr, from Perma, on two months’ leave to their Florida fruit ranch, and visiting relatives in Michigan. Bro. Carr was re- lieved by Mr. Eronson. Mr. Kinsey, Skyline second, bid in Blossburg third, vice Mr. Holroyd, relieving there pending bulletin. Bro. Niswonger, “HY” Helena second, off ten days, was relieved by Mr. Fullerton. Bro. Kenyon, of Great Northern crossing third, on short vacation, was relieved by Mr. Cron, who also relieved Bro. Sorois there on second. The following were called to Great Falls recently as witnesses in the federal court in the Garrison post office robbery case: Mr. Stevens, relieved by Bro. Gookins; Bros. Lafond and Nelson, first, second and third Garrison, relieved by Messrs. Fullerton and Broom; Agent Case, Garrison; Agent Hayes and Bro. J. J. Parks, Deer Lodge, the latter was relieved by Bro. Hunsinger. W. H. Duwe, inspector of train dispatching, with headquarters in St. Paul, made an inspection trip over our division recently. I wish to thank Bros. Kuffel and Hildeman lor the notes they sent me this month. Bro. Kuffel has consented to send me notes each month from his district and if the rest of you will mail me a card every time there- is a change at your offices, we will have a newsy and interesting write-up every month. V. N. Webxr, L. C. Idaho D iv ison — The second annual edition of the Idaho Divi- sion Union Directory and Year Book has just been issued and distributed, and there is much within its covers for which the telegraphers should ■he thankful. About one year ago, when the first edition was printed and distributed, there were only 86 members of the Order out of 127 names on the seniority list. The relative positions of the membership lists of the five brotherhoods were determined by their respective percentage of mem- bership, and in 1912 the telegraphers were com- pelled to take last place. This year we have 124 members out of 142 on the seniority list, and our percentage of membership is second only to the Brotherhod of Local Firemen and Enginemen, en- titling us to the second position. From fifth place in 1912 to second place in 1913 is a record to be proud of, and I wish to congratulate and thank every member whose past activity in the work has made this result possible. If we do not progress, we go backward, and the results of last year’s work shows that we are moving in the right direc- tion, and should be an added incentive to every member to make an extra effort this year, so that we may occupy first place in the next issue of the directory. We still have some non-members on this division, and others will doubtless be enter- ing the service from time to time. I hope the members who assisted in the good work last year will do even better during this one, and that those who were careless and indifferent will be spurred into action and help make our division 100 per cent strong 6n January 1, 1914. We can do this if we will all work to that end, and it is surely worth the effort. If any member has been missed in .the distribution of the booklet, kindly call my attention to the oversight, and you will be fur- nished a copy by the first mail. Please make the following corrections on the telegraphers’ seniority list: Scratch No. 3, R. B. Bell; 47. J- W. Hawley; 79. Mrs. A. C. Mueller; 1 18, C. S. Parsons; 127, Mrs. E. B. Newbro; 130, T. T. Stites; 138, W. H. Coad; 14 1, J. G. Kilgore. Add No. 144, O. P. Stephens, employed January 12, 1913, and No. 145, J. Callaghan, employed February 19, 1913. These corrections will bring the lists up to date and make it unnecessary to ask for this data at some future time. Three positions at Ash street, Spokane, were not bulletined because we have a verbal agree- ment with the company that temporary positions will not be bulletined, but will be filled with extra telegraphers. This was overlooked in bulletining temporary fourth at Paradise and Woodlin and Oden, late in 1912. Mr. Blair explains that when those offices were opened it was thought they Digitized by Google

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It has been reported that at various offices, principally on the first district, some telegraphers are paying no attention whatever to their assigned hours and are getting in on the phone and work- ing on each other's shifts whenever they feel so inclined. A bulletin issued by Mr. Rapelje, on April 25, 19 1 1, fully covers this violation of rules and of the hours-of-service law, and prescribes the penalty. Where eight and nine-hour shifts are worked, there is no excuse whatever for anyone working on any trick other than their own, and it is dearly a violation of the law when they do so. It is the duty of every member to report such violations, regardless of whether the trans- gressor is a member or a non-member, as the hours-of-service law was enacted for the protec- tion of the telegrapher and he should be the first to observe it and uphold it. I have asked those who have complained to me to give me future data on these violations, and I shall not hesitate to bring such cases to the attention of Mr. Burt and ask that he take steps to correct them. Any telegrapher disciplined for such practice will have no grounds for complaint, as sufficient warning has been given. Yours fraternally, B. E. Nason, L. C. Local Fund — The condition of the local fund of the Idaho Division, at the close of the first quarter, March 31, 1913, is as follows: CASH RECEIVED. From 35 members, 50 cents each.. $17. 50 From 3 members, $1.00 each 3.00 $20.50 DISBURSEMENTS. Postage $ .50 Cost of seniority lists and mailing same 8.00 Cost of Union Directory and Year Book and mailing Ame 7.50 16.00 Balance in local treasury $ 4*50 Kindly note that my address is changed from R. F. D. No 2, Rathdrum, Idaho, \o Athol, Idaho. Respectfully submitted, E. S. Smith, Local Sec’y and Treas. Idaho Division Notes — Bro. C. S. Parsons, third Paradise, resigned and was relieved temporarily by Mr. Stephens. R. E. Lee, who bid in this position, is not a mem- ber and is not entitled to fraternal courtesies. He has been in the service for almost four years, and has taken advantage of the telegraphers' Schedule in bidding in positions, as well as taking the increase in salaries secured. He claims he is financially unable to carry a card, but when a man drops from $8 to $48 a night playing pea pool, it is hardly to be expected he will have money enough to carry a card. M. E. Schroeder relieved Bro. Williams on second Thompson Falls, the- latter going to Fur- long to relieve Sister Mueller at Furlong, re- signed. Sister Cahill, third Tuscor, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Garrett, who later relieved Bro. Cahill on first there a few days. Sister Cusick, second Clarks Fork, while at- tending the funeral of her brother's child in Spo- kane, was relieved by Bro. Jackewitz, who also relieved Bro. Beseke, third Athol, a few days, and later relieved Bro. Bunge, third Cheney, off teij days owing to illness. Bro. L. P. Marshall, third Hope, off a few days, was relieved by Sister Gephart, who also relieved Bro. Thayer on second w'hile he enjoyed a few days’ fishing, and later went off on sick leave, relieved by Mr. Hoag, who has been in the service since September, 1912, and has promised to join on every payday since, but is still out. Bro. P. A. Smith, first Sand Point, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. Myers, from second, and he by Mr. Stephens. Bro. Underhill bid in third Sand Point, relieved on third Granite by Bro. Olsen. Bro. Lucas bid in third Velox, relieved on sec- ond Algoma by Sister Gephart. Bro. Underhill, second Athol, bid in third Gran- ite, relieved by Sister Seymour, later relieved on bid by Bro. E. S. Smith, Sister Seymour relieving him on first Ramsey. Bros. Thornton and Woodward and Mr. Holly have the three tricks at Ash street, Spokane. The latter, a W. U. man, says he will get a card soon. Bro. McCusker, second Hangman, is visiting in the East, relieved by Bro. Thompson. Bro. Schneider bid in second Marshall, vacated by Bro. Stites, who has gone to the Milwaukee. Bro. Binbander, of Colton, bid in the agent- telegrapher position at Reardan. We are indebted to Bros. Davidson, of Koote- nai, and Krsitz, of Marshall, for items this month. Dir. Co*. Wabash Pittsburg Terminal R y. The newly elected chairmen, B. E. Miller, O. B. Handy and H. K. Bell, met in Mossop’s Hall, Brewster, Ohio, 8:30 p. m., Saturday evening, March 8, 1913, for the purpose of electing a gen eral chairman, general secretary and treasurer and a local chairman for the Wabash Pittsburg Ter- Digitized by LjOOQle

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640 The Railroad Telegrapher. minal Ry., also to adopt bylaws to govern the compensation of officers of Division 55, and handle any pending matters pertaining to schedule nego tiations with the management, etc. VV. A. Albaugh was unanimously elected local chairman of the Wabash Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt R. R. Bro. A. tt. Shaft having declined the office owing to his numerous duties in connection with his position as agent at Avella, Pa. Bro. J. O. Peoples was also unanimously elected general chairman of Division 55, and Bro. C. E. Baltzer re-elected general secretary and treasurer. On motion by Bro. Handy, seconded by Miller, a committee of three of the general committee was unanimously elected as a board of adjustment to handle schedule negotiations, consisting of Peo plc9, Albaugh and Baltzer. Signed W. A. Albaugh, O. B. Handy, H. K. Bell, B. E. Miller, Local Chairmen. Houston & Texas Central R. R. South End — Brothers, we must get after the few nons on this end and line them up. Show them how much good it will do them in every respect. Don’t say he is a friend of mine and let him go. He can’t be; if he was he wouldn’t stay out of the Order and graft on what you work for, you pay your dues and he should do likewise. That next payday, when some of them having been promis ing to join never comes. The I. & G. N. boys had a good meeting at Valley Jet. on March 16th. We hope they will be successful in all matters discussed at that meeting. We should have a meeting somewhere once a month and liven things up a little. I am sure it would be interesting. It has been quite a while since we had a revised schedule. We should have a $75.00 minimum, a nine-hour day and double time on Sunday. If we will get in the nons and all pull together we can get what we want. Cert. 188. Southern Ry. Knoxville Division — Members Knoxville Division — Having been re- elected chairman local board of adjustment for ensuing term, also delegate to Baltimore conven- tion, I wish to take this opportunity to thank you collectively for your support. There have been times during the past two years when I have been somewhat discouraged at the attitude of some well-meaning brothers, who listen to gossip, then pass it along with good measure; but the encouragement received from many of the brothers and from sources entirely unlooked for, made me feel that what we were trying to do was appreciated. Remember that it is just as much your duty as the chairman’s to look after the welfare of the division. We were never before in a better condition. For the last four or five months wc have not had less than thirty-three and last meeting wc had forty-five members present. With the exception ot several from the Coster Division and the regu- lars from the east end and up the river, the majority is from the west end, from twenty to thirty of ^them showung up at each meeting. The east end members should wake up now and conic out without solicitation or persuasion from any one. We have reached a period in the his tory of our organization when it should not be necessary to beg brothers to attend their division meeting — or non-members to join the organization that has fought their battles for increased pay and better conditions and is still doing so without a penny being contributed by them. Many of our members have never been inside of the lodge room. They are not only missing a great treat, but are also retarding our progress, and handicap- ping those who do attend regularly and are show- ing the “Never give up spirit.” The brains of the division attend so you will all find it inter esting to come out. The distribution of the appropriation allowed in the recent wage scale was made on as nearly a fair basis as possible, most all receiving $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00, and some few $8.00 a month. Everybody is paying up their dues loyally, ex- cept two or three who have been delinquent for several years. When their checks loom up, how- ever, with a $5.00 increase, and the chief asks tlvem when they want their vacation they never fail to take both. One of our division officials stated recently that an employe who accepted the benefits gotten at the expense and efforts of his fcllowman without showing his appreciation and helping pay the bill was not loyal to his craft and a man who was not loyal to his own order would not be loyal to the company. Should the agreement which gives them vacations with pay, increased wages, annual passes, shorter workday, seniority rights, the* bulletining of vacancies and other concessions be abrogated, they would be the first to complain. But the O. R. T. is here to stay and long after our lips cease to speak, and our eyes close forever on the scenes of the earth, others will stand ready to grasp the flag of unionism as it falls from our hands. The drop ping out of a few" members on a division or tak- ing away a schedule or two can never shipwreck an organization like the grand old O. R. T. Since the telegraphers and station agents were organized, especially the last three or four years, the general manager of this system states that the service has improved greatly, and our organise tion has brought about this improvement Some years ago he told the committee it was up to these men to aid the company in build- ing up the road — and they have done it. While touching upon this point we wish to thank our division officials for their fair and just dealings with the local board of adjustment and the many little favors granted the individual telegraphers on the division. It is greatly appre- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 641 dated, especially the stopping of train No. 35 in order that the boys may attend their meet- ings and get back in time for work. Let's give them the best of service and in this way show our appreciation for this splendid treatment. I ask your hearty co-operation in all things pertaining to the welfare of the Order and the company, as loyalty to the former means faith- ful service to the latter. W. H. Cord, L. C. Memphis Division — Mr. Clopton, appointed ticket agent at Scotts- boro, was relieved on first Middleton by Paul Ennis, third Paint Rock, and he by Mr. Jones, from second Middleton. Bro. J. B. Grant bid in first Middleton, relieved on third Grand Jet., Tenn., by Mr. Ennis. Bro. R. P: Higganbotham, third Decatur, while off on a -ten-day pleasure trip, was relieved by Bro. Sibley, from Decatur Jet., and he by Extra Higganbotham, who relieved Mr. Tyler on third Middleton, when he bid in third Paint Rock, re- lieving Mr. Busby, who relieved Mr. Higgan- bothara when he returned to Decatur Jet. Bro. Atchley is agent at Barton again. VVe are all glad that be has been reinstated. Bros. Ferguson and Willis were obliged to double at Tuscumbia several days on account of the sick- ness of Bro. Hamilton. Bro. Hooker, third Stevenson, has been trying to get off for some time to. visit Chattanooga, but has been unable to get relief, all the extra men being at work. I have a new supply of application blanks on hand and will be glad to send the brothers all they can use. We must get after the nons and make this division as near solid as possible. Some good brother on the west end kindly send me a few items each month, so we can have a good write-up every month. Not a single item received for this one. “RO.” Charlotte Division , South End — Toccoa, Ga., March ri, 1913. Members South End, Charlotte Division: I have just been notified by Bro. O. R. Doyle, local chairman, that I was elected as delegate to the Grand Convention at Baltimore. I take this means of thanking you as a whole for the confi- dence thus placed in me and assure you that I will serve you to the best of my ability. If there are any amendments to our present constitution or any other business that any brother is interested in and would like to get before the convention, write me at Toccoa, Ga., and I will be glad to handle it for you when I reach Baltimore. Fraternally, P. L. Turner, Ass t L. C. Charlotte Division, South End Xotes — To influence a large number of people to turn your way and see things from your viewpoint and feel and act as you do on a given line of policy calls for incessant agitation, a never-ceasing cam- paign of education, clearly and succinctly showing the end to be attained and the resultant effect on those who are the prime and interested factors in securing such change. Unsatisfactory condi- tions affecting one individual, as a rule, are easily remedied, but when you enlarge the field and take in a number of people whose condition you arc seeking to better you can only secure the desired results after long and continued hammering at the facts. To accomplish this requires sound and conservative judgment, tact and diplomacy. This plan, I believe, should be followed up when solicit- ing the nons to join our organization. Their moral integrity and honesty of purpose is evidenced in their ordinary business dealings, and they will no doubt do the right thing when they can be in- duced to carefully consider the situation, as we have the tangible facts and figures to prove what united effort has done and can do through* the O. R. T. organization in comparing the salaries fifteen years ago with today. They can not deny the fact that they have been the beneficiaries in an equal degree with us, and it is high time that they should come in and do their share, and help us to secure better results in the future. VV. Persha, message side “V” Greenville, off a few days on account of sickness in his family, was relieved by ex-Bro. J. F. Ayers, second Greenville (train order side), and he by Bro. P. J. Lyles. Bro. R. L. Echols was borrowed a few days by north end and relieved Bro. W. H. Holmes, first Lowell, N. C. Bro. S. P. Thornton, operator-clerk Athens, was assigned third Duluth. Bro. T. C. Poole went to third Cornelia, re- lieved by Bro. J. G. Blair, from third Suwanee, and he by Bro. W. M. Cureton. Bro. W. R. Jones, third Suwanee, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. J. G. Blair. It’s Bro. C. S. Bosworth «t Gainesville now. Bro. W. K. Scroggs, third Oakwood, off a few days on account of sickness in his family, was relieved by Bro. F. A. Sheriff. Bro. T. M. Perry, second Duluth, off a few days on account of his mother's illness, was re- lieved by R. Boggs. R. W. Callahan was borrowed a week by north end to relieve at Rocky River, N. C. Bro. J. G. Utsy, second message side Greenville, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. P. J. Lyles. Two cars were completely destroyed and three employes on B-Ridge No. ri were injured recently when No. 30 side-sw’iped the engine and baggage car of No. 11 at the Southern Seneca crossing. Bro. H. L. Watkins, third Liberty, while in Washington a few days attending the inauguration, was relieved by Bro. C. C. Harris. Bro. E. H. Brown, third Central, on vacation, was relieved by R. Boggs. Bro. R. L. Echols was borrowed by the Atlanta Division on third Armour a few days. John Gibby, special agent Southern Ry., was shot and instantly killed at Cornelia on February 28th by one of the two negroes he was arresting for “hoboing.” The negroes were lynched that Digitized by VjOOQLC

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642 The Railroad Telegrapher. night about 8:oo p. m. near the scene of the crime. Bro. I. E. King, third Harbin, off a few days, waa relieved by R. L. Pearson, a Newman Tele- graph College product. J. A. King, first Harbin, off a few daya, was relieved by Bro. F. A. Sheriff. Bro. S. P. Thornton, operator-clerk Athens, has taken third Duluth, relieved by Bro. B. F. Moss, extra. Bro. A. E. Stewart, third Fallis, has been as- signed to third Suwanee. It’s Bro. H. Q. Boggs, first Lula, now. Bro. J. F. McBrayer, third Mt. Airy, has been assigned to operator-clerk at Athens. Bro. B. H. Johnson, second Central, on vacation, was relieved by R. Boggs. Bro. J. R. Westmorland, third Ayersville, off a few days sick, was relieved by Bro. J. G. Blair. H. B. Rhodes, first Suwanee, off a few days, was relieved by A. E. Beaty. Bro. E. H. Brown, third Central, off a few days, was relieved by C. E. Perrine. Bro. P. D. Shupping, from the Danville Divi- sion, was down on this end recently with Bro. H. G. Alexander, our able general chairman, to help count the votes at Calhoun. Bro. J. N. Sims, first Central, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. E. H. Brown, of third there, and he by C. E. Perrine. Bro. A. E. Stewart, third Fallis, has taken his trick at Athens, relieved by Bro. F. A. Sheriff. Regular meeting held at Central on second Sun- day in March with eighteen members present. W. K. Scroggs, third Oakwood, was unable to come on account of his baby being sick. Bros. D. Taylor and C. L. Cox, first and second trick Buford, while attending court at Lawrence- ville, were relieved by Bros. W. M. Cureton and C. C. Harris. Bro. P. J. Garvey, third Greenville, is on vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. P. J. Lyles, assigned third Fallis on recent bulletin. Bro. F. M. Leeson, while attending court at Clarksville, was relieved by C. E. Pierce, and Bro. J. Elliott, third Cross Keys, attending court at Decatur, by Bro. J. G. Blair. Bro. J. A. Barker, second Lula, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols. I trust by the time the May write-up is sent in that the division will be solid. Fraternally, B. W. Grant. Atlanta Division, North End — Business is good, and nearly every office between Inman yards and Ooltewah Jet. has three men, while several of the larger stations have teleg- raphers besides the agent. Several offices will be cut out shortly, now that the winter tourist season is over, and the fast through passenger trains discontinued. The oldest and most efficient men will get the best positions left, leaving the other places for the new men who stay on with us. Bro. H. L. Allen, our local chairman, got back from Washington about March 25th, after having secured a good and substantial increase for us. which will raise the regular “OS” jobs $4 a month out on the line; those where there are switches at lap-sidings to throw, $6 a month, and agent-telegraphers from $4 to $6 a month (ac- cording to the size of agency); yard, switch-throw- ing telegraphers to $75 straight, and other offices proportionately raised to a fair minimum. Bro. Allen and his cohorts deserve a lot of praise and are to be congratulated on these good deeds and their loyalty to us boys and the dear old Order of Railroad Telegraphers. Stick to these good brothers, boys, and stay lined up. Several have been dismissed from the service and some disciplined recently for sleeping on duty, leaving the keys open, and throwing switches under passenger trains at lap-sidings. This could have been avoided had they taken their proper rest while off duty, which would have left them in better physical as well as mental condition to handle their jobs at night Boys, take more rest and pay closer attention to the wires and assist your dispatcher as much as possible. Every time one of you go to sleep or otherwise neglect your duty and you are dis- charged or disciplined it hurts our cause and makes it harder for our committee to get a raise for us from the officials. These little things are noticed and thrown in our committee’s faces when they go after better working conditions and more pay. We have a good minimum, and should render the best possible service, inasmuch as we only have to work eight hours and have sixteen hours off or away from the office. Let us all co-operate and try to show the officials that we are deserving by giving them the best there is in us. Bro. Finney is now on North Inman second, and Bro. Adams on third Constitution. Bros. Smith, Garmon and Middlebrooks are on first, second and third Powder Springs. On bid, March 15th: Polhill first, Macon (freight); second Ellenwood, Stockbridge, Polhill; third Ellenwood, McDonough, Sandy, Stockbridge, Polhill and Armour. Bro. D. G. Williams, extra, assigned third Silver Creek, vice Bryant, who took second there, vice Gray, who I understand staid with the West- ern Union in Texas during 1907. Good riddance. E. P. Roberts was relieved on third Rockmart by E. Bishop, extra. We are glad to welcome Bros. B. L. Smith, from the S. A. L.; J. B. Farish, from the A. C. L., and W. B. Fuller, from the L. & N. Bros. Gheesling, D. G. Williams, Jones, and Mr. Bishop were in Washington during the in- auguration. Everything moved in perfect order, there not being a serious mistake made by any of the boys. Superintendent of Terminals Keppell stated that it was the slickest movement he has ever been able to get at an inauguration. There are going to be a number of changes before long if the boys don’t give better service. Wc have a good set of dispatchers, and those who take advantage of their generous nature should remember that there is a limit to all things. Div. Coa. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 643 IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved mother of our esteemed brother, D. G. Williams. In manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Atlanta Division of System Division 59, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement, and it it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother and a copy to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. Roland R. Jones, W. E. Dellinger, H. G. Gay, Committee. Asheville Division, East End — Bro. Clifford, on fifteen days’ vacation trip to Florida, was relieved by Bro. Moss, and he by Mr. Calloway. “CO” agency was bid in by Bro. Parks, from the Winston-Salem Division, vice Bro. Slagle, resigned. Bro. Shell, off several days, was relieved by Mr. Morgan. Mr. Hill, off several days, was relieved by Bro. Walker. Bro. Abemethy, off several days, was relieved by Mr. Hedrick. Bro. Miller, first “J,” off several days, was relieved by Bro. Abemethy, and he by Bro. Wagner. Bro. L. E. Sigmon, off several days on his honeymoon, was relieved by Bro. Walker. Bro. Huffman, working as extra dispatcher, was relieved by Bro. Beam. Bro. Simpson, off several days on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. Yow. Bro. Coulter, off several days on account of sick- ness, was relieved by Extra Payne, who later vis- ited home folks in Tennessee. We are using “Mister” too much where “Brother” should be. Get busy, boys, and get your new card. Remember, “No card, no favors.’* Send in the news, and use names of places instead of office calls. Cert. 2297. Asheville Division , A. & S. Ry. — Everybody seems to be working regularly, but don't seem to be working hard enough on the nons. There should be more up-to-date men now than ever, as we just received a nice raise. If we ever expect to get anything worth while we must have a solid organization. Besides carrying a card, we must all be ready, when it comes to a showdown, to back up the committee, and keep on getting in the nons. Brothers, too much talking of accidents to the general public is not good policy. It hurts the Southern, embarrasses the officials and does our cause harm. In the death of R. W. Propst, ticket agent Biltmore, the Southern loses a first-class man and the boys a good friend. Frank Bishop, Melrose; Bro. Sales, Fletchers, and Bro. Cowan, Hd’ville, attended the inaug- uration of Woodrow Wilson. Bro. Burgin, Melrose, while visiting his and Mrs. Burgin’s parents, was relieved by Bro. W. O. Calloway, and Mr. Murr, Melrose, visiting home folks, was relieved by Bro. Slagle. Bro. Cooper, Campobello, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Holcombe. Bro. Seals, Fletchers, off a few nights, was re- lieved by Extra Rickman, who also relieved Bro. Nettles, at Arden, a few days. A little practice of the “No card, no favors” motto would show the nons on the A. & S. some- thing they need to know very much. Cert. 1793. Danville Division — I wish to use our journal as a medium through which to try to express my thanks and apprecia- tion to the boys of this division for the many kindnesses shown me during the -past year and especially for their kind remembrance of me Christmas. I can not put in print language that will express my appreciation of such expressions of friendship. Th^s act of theirs will stand out in my life for all time to come as a monument the base of which — brotherhood — is more perfect than any tangible foundation of material sub- stance. In coming years, should I be blessed with old age, it shall indeed be a great pleasure to look upon the splendid presents as fond tokens of a friendship that is more precious than gold or rubies. I hold as dear as life itself the friendship of my many friends on the Southern Railway, and especially of the boys on this division, and it is a great pleasure to serve in any capacity such a splendid set of men. Fraternally, R. W. Duncan, Local Chairman. Birmingham Division — Several more brothers will be entitled to vaca- tions this year. Let us all take the vacation rather than the money for double time. Taking a vacation on your own time later on is liable to kill this good concession. Bro. Blow, from Leeds, bid in trick at Bromp- ton. Mr. Holcomb is at Pell City, pending bul- letin. Bro. Akin, first Parrish, bid in Brookside agency, vice Bro. Kelly, who bid in Edwardsville agency. Bro. Kipp advises that we have no regular cor- respondent for this division. If the boys along the line will chip in, we can have a nice write-up each issue. Second Waco was bid in by Bro. Harvey Davis, relieved at Heflin by Bro. Harry Foster, who has been off some time attending school. Third Waco was bid in by Bro. Galamore, relieved at Musca- dine by Mr. Lynn. Digitized by Google

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644 The Railroad Telegrapher. M. J. Crawford bid in second Lincoln, relieved of the agency there by Bro. Rowland, from Berry. Bro. H. T. Crawford bid in third Lincoln. It is now Bro. W. E. Craig, which makes Tal- lapoosa solid. Our committee has just secured a nice increase for us, which ought to convince all the nons of the good in our grand old Order. All of them should line up now, as the increase will more than pay for a card. See that they “come across/* brothers, and let's make this division solid. Let's show the company how we appreciate our new schedule by the very best service we can render. It will be appreciated and won’t cost us anything. If Mr. Mozley, third Bynums, still thinks the O. R. T. is no good, we would advise him to go on some non-scheduled road and quit taking the benefits he never helped to secure. Such roads are glad to employ that kind, and we are glad to get rid of them. Let us ALL remember “No card, no favors," and stick to it. Certs. 460 and 2802. Mobile Division — Heavy rains during the week of March 9th caused considerable damage in railroad circles. On the morning of March 12th an engine turned over, falling on the telegraph office at Tornette, Ala., killing the agent, Bro. Scott, in his office. We extend to the bereaved family our most sin- cere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow. The general committee has finished its work at Washington, D. C. Although we did not get all we expected, we are benefited greatly by what was accomplished for us. The increase received is to be divided on the division among those having the most work to do. Vice-President and General Manager E. H. Coapman, accompanied by our new superintend- ent, O. B. Keiter, in a special car made a trip over the line from Meridian via Blocton branch to Birmingham on Sunday, March 16th. Geo. Hale. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has called to the Great Beyond our former superintendent, Mr. J. Lasseter; be it therefore Resolved , That we extend to the bereaved fam- ily our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow. Geo. Hale. Louisville Division — The nons on this division seem to be trying to ease their consciences by saying: “I will stick by the Order in whatever it does.” If we all looked at in that way, the Order could do nothing. The success of any union is the ability to get every one in line and keep them there. Instead of wait- ing to be asked to join, they should consider it an honor to work with us and send in their applica- tions as soon as they receive their first pay check. Their delay in joining should not be tolerated. They have “sponged" on us long enough. If everyone had an up to date, our committee could secure the salaries and benefits for us that we are entitled to without long-drawn-out conferences. These irresistible nons are the very ones who are so anxious to reach out with both hands and take the benefits the O. R. T. is securing for us. Sup- pose our committee should put in effect a rule to cut the salaries of these nons to where it was before the Order began negotiations for our bet- terment, how long would it be until they would be calling for application blanks? If they force us to adopt such an expedient, they will only have themselves to blame. “A word to the wise should be sufficient," and we hope it will be. They are all getting the same salaries we are, and are just as able to pay for and keep up a card. Cert. 104. Washington Division — The inauguration rush was handled without a mishap. Quite a number of new offices were opened for the occasion. Bro. Desler, from Clifton, relieved Bro. Mc- Cleary, second Buena, for fifteen days* fishing at Rapidan, where, according to his report, he landed some fine ones. R. W. Newman, extra, is on second Weyburn, and H. S. Finch, extra, on third Calverton tem- porarily. Bro. Roberts, agent Shipman, has been off some time on the sick list. We wish him a speedy re- covery. Bro. H. D. Wright gets second Monroe, and W. A. Munday third Arrington. Bro. Johnson, first Orange, made several busi- ness trips to Culpeper recently. Bro. A. E. Harrison, first Arrowhead, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Hudson. Bros. Vaughn and Lewis are still on the sick list. We hope they will soon be able to resume duty. Mr. Guess, extra, has departed for greener pastures. Our new schedule, we understand, becomes ef- fective March 1st. “No card, no favors" is our slogan. Dxv. Coa. li'estern District — CARD OF THANKS. Walnut Hill, III., March 17, 1913. To the Brothers of Western District, Division 59: I desire to thank the boys who contributed toward the fund made up for me on account of my illness and losing so much time this winter. It came as a complete surprise to me, and I assure you was highly appreciated, the more so because not many of you are personally acquainted with me, showing that the word “brother" has a true fraternal meaning to you. It does a man lots of good to know there are others who sympathize with him in his afflictions. Digitized by ' , Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 645 The total of $32.25 received was applied on ex- penses that I had incurred while off duty* I have been back at work since January nth, hiring a man to carry the mail and do my heavy work, as my feet and limbs arc still in bad shape, but when warm weather comes I think I will get in fair shape once more. If I can ever do anything for any of you brothers or for Conductor Buchanan, of the Cory- don Railway, who contributed to this fund, you have only to say the word. Again thanking you, I am. Fraternally yours, Ed. F. Hubbartt, Cert. 139- Queen & Crescent Route (North). Your correspondent was over the north end a few weeks ago and found the block jobs working nicely. We hope the brothers will continue to give good service and not give the chief any trouble. We are gla'd Bro. Walker, of Parker, is taking so much interest in the write-up from this division and hope more of the brothers will do likewise, and show that we have some interest in our work and the brotherhood. We are glad to see the chief doing so much for the good brothers who lost out on the N. C. & St. L., on account of their trouble about a year ago. He claims they are good men. There are about twenty of them on this division now and all have regular jobs. Bro. Reynold Groover, third Woodstock, bid in Irondale first. Bro. Anderson, first Boligce, was appointed to first Woodstock, on account of need- ing a competent man for the job, Bro. Hays tak- ing third and Bro. F. C. Hays second. Our committee is still at Cincinnati, and we diope for a settlement in the near future. Bro. J. B. Patterson, first Parker, off a few days visiting relatives, etc., at his home in Estabuchie, Miss., was relieved by Bro. S. L. Wamble, a new man from the Southern Ry. Bro. S. W. Wil- liams, extra Toomsuba, bid in third Parker, and P. D. Morgan, third Livingston. Bro. J. J. Carter, second York, was relieved a few days by D. O. Porter, from the L. & N. We should all get after the nons along the line and get them lined up. There’s a lot of new ones on the block jobs. Bro. Earle Sullivan, a new man from the N. O. & N. E.f is relieving on second Tuscaloosa. Three men lately discharged for sleeping on duty and absenting themselves from the office without permission. This should be a warning, brothers. We hope the two nons at “HN” will get an up to date soon, one has been there about a year and has been promising long enough. “No card, no favors.” I hope to receive more notes for the next write- up and am very much obliged to the brothers who sent in notes this month. Div. Cor., Cert. 431. Queen & Crescent Route (South). •Vw Orlcans-N art It Eastern R. R. — Officers elected for the ensuing term are as follows: ' ' 1 ^ M. V. Hickman, general chairman; E. M. Bilbo, secretary and treasurer and local chairman, N. O. & N. E. ; H. O. Peavy, local chairman, A. & V. ; P. W. Berdeaux, local chairman, V. S. & P. ; M. V. Hickman delegate and T. D. Walsh alternate to the biennial convention. Bro. W. C. Strahan is now in the wireless service of the United Fruit Company on the S. S. Atenas, running between New Orleans and the Canal Zone. He will be glad to have any of the members call him up or see him while in New Orleans, at 1306 Prytania street. It is now Bros. H. A. Marioneaux, Vossburg, a new comer, and B. L. Tynes, Enterprise, A. C. Woodham, an old-timer, at Richburg nights, prom- ises next payday. Bro. E. L. Bishop, Enterprise, and Bro. Ham- per, Barnett, had to attend Circuit Court at Quit- man in March. Bro. E. E. Reed, of Moselle, was off a few days, relieved by Relief Agent Bro. Horne. Bro. J. B. Dyess, second “WS” New Orleans, bid in first Picayune. The recent wreck at Wautubbee required the wrecking outfit there several days, and it was hard to find a man to go there owing to the scarcity of telegraphers. Congress recently voted an increase, of from $720.00 to $800.00 annually for clerks in the civil service positions in the different post offices claim- ing they could not live on $60 a month. It is gratifying to see some one come to the aid of the working people. There are lots of teleg- raphers all over the country who are working for less than $800.00 a year, who would be glad to have Congress come to their aid. Suppose you write your Congressman in regard to this and ask him. what he thinks of your meager salary and long hours. The civil service clerks in a good many instances work under an eight-hour law, while a good many telegraphers are working twelve and thirteen-hour tricks, seven days a week. “Thirty.” V. S & V. Division — Mr. Colbert, Rayville, off a few days was re- lieved by Bro. Ledet, a new man, who later relieved Mr. Feltz, at Delhi, resigned. Mr. Melton, Holly Ridge, off a few days was relieved by Relief Agent Bro. Hoge, whe later relieved Bro. Davis, at Delhi, taken suddenly sick after his return from attending court. Ws hope soon to see Bro. Davis back to work. . Bro. McLeed, resigned at Sibley, relieved by Mr. Maxey, chief clerk at Ruston. We are glad to have him back with us. Bro. Wilson, Calhoun, also resigned, relieved by Mr. Mason, bill clerk at Shreveport. There have been several other changes of which I haven’t been able to learn the particulars. Digitized by Google

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646 The Railroad Telegrapher. Brothers, send notes in regard to these matters to your local chairman and in this way assist him each month with the write-up for the journal, which you appreciate reading as much as any of u^, also keep after the non working with you until he comes in. Ninety-Four. Chicago & Northwestern Ry. Madison Division — Our committee has about finished its work and we are now enjoying our new schedule. Before you pass judgment on it you should attend a meeting and become posted on what our committee has accomplished. Those who have never had anything to do with schedule negotiations have no idea what a committee has to contend with, which includes, the revision of the rules, in many in- stances just as important as an addition to our salary, because many rules greatly add to our salary. Then there is the money to get which comes in a lump sum to be allotted to the several divisions and has to be placed by the local chair- men and division officials in the positions they agree upon. The local chairmen must ask the increase for each position and give his reasons therefor. To be successful he must be posted on every position on the division. In order to be posted he must have the information blank returned to him prop- erly filled out with such additional information as can be given that would be good evidence that such position was entitled to an increase. These blanks were either mailed or handed per- sonally to every man on this division. After our committee had been in, several months after the in- formation blanks had been in the hands of the telegraphers, it was necessary to write over eighty of them and send out as many additional infor- mation blanks in order to get the desired in- formation, and many of the blanks were so torn and dirty that it showed they had not been considered of enough importance to spend 2 cents to return them. This shows how little these men tried to help the local chairman to get them a raise and better working conditions. These very men will, no doubt, be the first ones to kick about the new schedule. The division superintendent or the assistant su- perintendent has the placing of the money on the different positions and his decision as to the amount of the raise such positions are entitled to may fee governed by the way the work has been done there. This should be well understood and every effort made by all of us to give the best service possible. Thus you see that you yourself are to blame if you don’t get as good a raise as you think you should, and not your local chair- man or any other of the O. R. T. officials. Your committee has done and always will do the very best it can for you. Come out to the meetings and all matters in connection with the schedule and any other matter you are in doubt about will be explained to your entire satisfaction. In behalf of the members of this division I want to extend Bros. Troy, Schneider and Web- ster, our sub-committee, our sincere thanks for t the many weeks of trying work they have put in for us, and the success they attained. As I was called to New York by the death of a dear relative and am there now, I will not be able to give any write up of the different changea- Bro. Frank Haas relieved me on “CS” tower first. L. G. Abts, from the Minn. Division, lately on the Omaha line, is now on third Evansville. C. E. L. Hansen, Div. Cor. Wisconsin Division — Our local chairman is receiving applications al- most daily. If the boys continue to work this divi sion will soon be the strongest on the road. Get after that non next to you, brother, and line him up. See that he makes out and mails the papers with the necessary amount. “No card, no favors.” We are glad to welcome Bro. A. Lamm, of Clinton Jet., Bro. J. H. Arps, of Bebron and Bro. John C. Richardson, of Lake Bluff tower, into our O. R. T. family; also our new brother W. H. Ginain, at Kenosha. Our local chairman spent several days last month getting acquainted with the agents and telegraphers of the Milwaukee side, a bunch of good, live wires, most of them O. R. T. men. Hurrah! for solid Genoa Jet. Bro. J. Rabe, Racine, and Bro. F. C. Dickson, Hartland, are also with us. Bro. W. H. Coburn, Harvard, who was elected local chairman, wishes to express his sincere ap- preciation of the honor conferred upon him and promises to serve us to the best of his ability. He asks that we do all we can to assist him in perfecting the organization on this division. Let us show him what we can do. Bro. R. L. Herrick, assistant local chairman, was elected alternate to the Baltimore convention, for which he thanks the brothers and wants all to assist him in bringing our division up to the standard, by impressing the nons with the fact that the only way to advance the wage scale and better working conditions is to join with us. Brothers, remit your dues at once to Bro. I. R- Kempkes, general secretary and treasurer, Nevada, Iowa, and your mutual benefit department assess- ments to Bro. L. W. Quick at St. Louis, Mo. Send your news for The Telegrapher to Bro. Coburn at Harvard, by the 15th for the following months’ issue. Div. Cor. SIGNS OF SPRING. By Charles P. Regan. The birds have come to nest, From their long winter’s rest, On the wing. With the fresh balmy air. We notice everywhere. It is spring. In flocks from the south, Wild geese and ducks enroute, To the lakes. And every day to the brook, The fishing pole and hook, The boy takes. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 647 For the April showers bring, All the flowers in the spring, It is true. And our meadows show. Where the cowslips grow, In the dew. The apple blossom's sprout, Soon the lilac bushes stout. With perfume. The sun has crossed the line. The ground hog sees no sign, Of his doom. Although it is a fright, But the frogs’ tune at night. Is so bold. And our little katydid, With its song of mystery hid. We are told. Now the new Easter hat. Trimmed with posies and all that, We can see. And the lilies are in bloom, For the young bride and groom, That’s to be. Minnesota Division — On bulletin: Second telegrapher Winona dis- patcher’s office, and Marshall; third St. Charles and Tracy; first New Ulm, and agent and teleg- rapher Revere; good positions which some of the older men on the division should secure. The new seniority list shows less new names and other men gone than last year. Telegrapher Orcutt, second Dodge Center, is taking a month’s vacation, relieved by Mr. Sawyer. The agents* meeting at Mankato, March aoth, was quite well attended. Several questions were brought up and discussed, prominent among them being how to rednce the number of unnecessary reports* of interest to every agent on the division. I am indebted to twelve of the boys this month for news, which is appreciated very much. Even a single item is a help. G- P- Hinton, from the Omaha, is now on second Stockton. Win. Dengler can now be called “Bro.” His example might well be followed by others. Bro. H. F. Janke, third Janesville, laid up with the mumps, was relieved by Telegrapher Barrows, with Mr. Watson on second. J. C. Lahey, agent St. Charles, is recovering from a siege with pneumonia. F. W. Miller handled the agency and telegraph work for a few days. Bro. E. J. Zeeches, second St. Charles, sick a few days, was relieved by Barrows. St. Charles block office closed several days on account of the shortage of men. Bro. W. F. Segur, second St Peter Jet., was called to Portland, Ore., on account of serious illness of his mother. We hope for’ her speedy recovery. “Lefty” Beyers, who relieved him, was relieved on third by Bro. Kraft. I will be glad to correct any error if I should refer to some “Bro.” as “Mr.” I have no up-to- date list of the brothers. R. C. Duncan, second Mankato Jet., has re- signed and gone with the W. U. at Chicago. Telegraphers Swanson and Hull, now on second and third Mankato Jet., will be in line shortly, making that place solid. The only news from the Watertown line is that there is plenty of snow up there. Telegrapher Brehmer, third Sanborn, has re- signed, relieved by Bro. Risser, relieved by Teleg- rapher Hike, who promises next pay day. R. C. Wood, agent Revere, who resigned to enter the real estate business, was relieved by Bro. Risser pending bulletin. Bro. H. Jones, at Chester, is enjoying a visit from relatives from North Dakota. Bro. E. J. Dunn, who resigned at Tracy, is with the C. M. & St. P. Ry. at Owatonna. Bro. Suddendorf is on Tracy third pending bulletin. Bro. W. H. Wilder, second Tracy, was on the sick list a few days. G. H. Fitzgerald, third Waseca, on the sick list a few days, was relieved by Bro. Ward, a new man, who later went to Eagle Lake. Several train crews have been taken off, but so far no telegraph positions have been abolished. Dispatcher Jim Jordan, at Winona, was off a few days owing to the illness of his babe, relieved by T. F. Carroll. Dispatcher Cassidy worked third east end and acted as night chief. Dispatcher Morse, on a few days’ vacation, was relieved by Dispatcher Cassidy. Bro. G. W. Cotton writes from New York wish- ing to be remembered to all the brothers. Bro. C. A. Risser relieved Agent Manchester at Plainview while he was in Rochester. Bro. R.- A. Pfefferlee, first New Ulm, on the sick list, was relieved by Bro. A. F. Siegler, with Flowers on second, and Extra Telegrapher Alcott on third. Bro. Pfefferlee was a recent Owatonna visitor. Bro. L. L. Larson writes from Bliss, Idaho, on the (J. R. N., that they are having spring out there. He sends his “73” to all the brothers. Bro. Moulster is now at Cable. Bro. Ross Lake, with the Canadian Pacific at Whitewood, Sask., wishes to be remembered to the brothers. R. T. Walrath, chief clerk at Watertown, visited friends at New Ulm a few days. The new schedule is now in effect and the brothers should attend the next meeting, where everything not perfectly understood will be ex- plained. Bro. Thomas is entitled to the thanks and best wishes of every loyal member on the division. Every one attend the next meeting. R. A. P. Sioux City Division — On March 14th the depot at Sargent’s Bluffs, with its contents, was completely destroyed by fire, as well as some of Bro. Boyd's personal belong- ings. Bro. Gabrielson, who was working his first night there, lost nearly everything but his reputa- tion. We have often heard “Gabe” burn ’em up, Digitized by Google

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648 The Railroad Telegrapher. but we never thought it would lead to this. Un- derstand a modern brick structure will replace the “shack.*’ It’s an ill wind, etc. Give us a little of the wind. Bros. Boyd and Roach have both withdrawn their resignations since the helper was put back there. A high wind and rain storm passed through this section on Easter Sunday evening, unroofing the depot at Turin and putting all the telegraph lines, except the Moville, out of business. No. 22 was delayed several hours in the vicinity of Mapleton by a small washout. This w'hs probably the tail end of the Omaha tornado. Bro. Graham, of Stanhope, bid in Breda. One man was sufficient at these stations years ago, but since the Chicago mail-order firms have built up a business among the farmers, and the telephone has come into general use, etc., to do the work required of a man at these stations dooms him to an early grave. Outside of a very few stations on this division there are none but what need two men. Running the average station without a helper is no different than an engineer on a loco- motive without a fireman — he needs someone to “keep her hot.” Bro. Breece, Cal. Jet., was unable to get a place to live and resigned. Mr. Dean, of second there, had to lay off several days owing to the illness of his mother. We hope for her speedy recovery, and that we may soon call him brother. Perhaps one of the things which will give more satisfaction to everyone, yourself included, is a neat and well kept office and station. As we have a superintendent who got his start on this division, and is therefore one of us and a “good scout,” let us show him what we can accomplish along this line. The showing made in this respect by Bros. Haymond, Bar foot, Noe and Eck is worthy of mention and example. Action on the U. S. mail proposition should not be delayed much longer. The parcel post will more than double the volume of mail. Bro. Sheldon has recovered from his recent operation and is at work again. W. Stadum, from the R. I. at Sibley, Iowa, is now at Sloan, Iowa. Bro. L. A. Palmer, agent Soldier, Iowa, en route to Onawa to visit with his daughter, Pauline, attending school there, bought some alfalfa hay from the farmers around Mondamin. Bro. W. I. Grush, agent Blencoe, Iowa, while visiting home folks in Ohio was relieved by Bro. C. J. Bowman, of Mondamin, and he by F. L. Hudnall, a new man. Bro. Bowman also relieved Bro. Cairns, agent Schleswig, Iowa, on his honey- moon, and later relieved Bro. A. J. Gabrielson at Breda, laid off recently on account of smashing his finger. Bro. Bowman also relieved Bro. T. M. Noe, agent Mondamin a few days. Mr. Dick can not disguise himself by wearing a moustache. Behind it we see the same old smile he wore when he promised to get an up-to- date. Thanks to Bro. Noe for his items. “Micky.” Eastern Division — Bro. W. H. Frost, of Lynch, Neb., was called to Beaver crossing recently on account of the serious illness of his father, who was later taken to a hospital at Omaha. Bro. A. D. Jones has resigned at Beaver cross- ing, where he had been for six years, and moved to his farm near Litchfield, Neb., succeeded by C. \V. Goodel recently returned from a six months’ leave. K. R. Martin has resigned at Bee and taken up farming near Pilger, relieved by Bro. C. P. Maule. agent Stafford. Bro. F. W. Willard, on third Neligh for two years, is now at Inman days. Boys, send in all the news you can to our new- local chairman, J. R. Hood, at Oakdale, for The Telegrapher. Bro. Kemper, agent Creston, made a business trip to Crete recently, relieved by R. L. Edens. H. L. Danahy, of Inman, bid in Cornlea. re- lieving C. W. Wilson, gone into the banking busi- ness in Iowa. Claire Blakley, South Norfolk dispatcher’s office days, is now extra dispatcher, relieved by A. M. Bagley, who also relieved C. P. Reynolds, Scribner third, while off sick a few nights. T. L. Ryan, second Wisner, is now in his brother's store there. Dispatchers Hauptile, Birdsall and Mullencoff, of South Norfolk, were over the line recently get- ting a line-up on yards and curves. Bro. F. T. Cranor, second Bennington, bid in third Neligh. There’s a chance for Bro. Whitlow and Bro. Harry Draper to do some good for the cause at Arlington, South Omaha and South Omaha yard. Mr. Ewers, at East End, should be with the bunch. Bro. Taylor, at Blair, also has a chance to do some good work. Bro. Cushman, at Kennard, says we should re- ceive extra pay for the parcel post, as this U. S. mail is as much out of our line as handling switch lights. Mr. Gleason should come in. That overtime he gets for making No. 8 would help him get an up- to-date card. I understand he was formerly a member. Bro. A. C. Neuberg, from the O. L. at Kaiser, is on third Bennington. We shall put it up to “Patsy” there so strong that he will have to come in and make that place solid. B. G. Shaffer at Bennington has resigned and gone to the farm at Inglas, Kan. “Farmer” Brown, Dale nights, is good timber, and we should see that he comes in also. Div. Cor. Chicago Terminal District — Brothers, when you hear of any news, call up the local chairman and advise him. Bro. Walter Stzlaske, second Noble street, was off a few nights on account of sickness. There is a new man breaking in at Mayfair. Bro. Goebel, who relieved Bro. Cone there, owing Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 649 to the death of his mother, was relieved by Bro. Sibben at Sangamon street. Bro. Crampton is breaking in at Carpenter and Division streets. Hope we will have some good news for you next month. Local Chairman. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, has called into eternal rest the dearly loved mother of our esteemed brother, George E. Cone; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Chicago Ter- minal District, Division 76, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend their sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved brother and family in their hour of sorrow and commend them to our heavenly Father for comfort; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved brother, a copy to The Telegrapher for publication and a copy placed upon the division records. R. B. Boyington, Henry Jacoby, C. M. Scanlan, Committee. Colorado Midland Ry. Bros. Collier, Downing, Loveland, Rose, Pinder, Devinsky, James, Coldiron and Potts were present at the meeting held at Arkansas Jet. on March 1 8th. Bros. Collier, Loveland and Rose fully demon- strated their ability to master any dissensions or irregularities that arise in placing grievances within the realm of honesty and justice to all. Local Chairman Rose cited the innumerable woes of his proteges on the First District with a current of logical adroitness for fair and impartial remedies. The oratory he displayed would abash the mediators of the Turkish-Balkan conference. As a delegate to the convention in May he will be a valuable adjunct in that magnificent assem- blage in striving to uplift the members of the O. R. T. to the exalted pinnacle of perfection in legislating for their welfare. The brothers who were conspicuous by their absence would most assuredly have appreciated the wit and humor and harmonious feeling of good will and unison prevalent at the gathering. Our hearts are already bubbling over, thrilled with mirthful glee, were gladdened to a still greater degree when Bro. Collier startled the assembly by modestly inviting us all to satisfy our epicurean desires with the dainties prepared for our delecta- tion, an epitome of the culinary skill of Sister Collier, to which we did ample justice, evincing our gratitude and pleasure after the feast by adopting resolutions of thanks to Sister and Bro. Collier for their elaborate luncheon, when the siren whistle of No. 6 warned us that we must hasten to our posts of duty. The joyful occasion will always remain as a sweet memory of the past. Bro. Benner, succeeded as cashier at Leadville by Ernest Carter, who formerly held that posi- tion, relieved Bro. Potts, agent Hartsel, who re- turned to Florissant, relieving Bro. Bugbee. Wild Horse second and third discontinued. Helper service, roundhouse equipment and men have been transferred to Leadville. Pushers will now help the trains over the grades. Bro. May, second, resigned, and Bro. Check, third “WS,” went to Granite, vice Bro. Strimple, who went to Ivanhoe agency, vice Mr. Van Degrift, resigned. Bros. Pinder, first Leadville, and La Fever, at Newcastle, have also resigned. Brothers, I hope you will all co-operate and furnish me with all the events, no matter how small or large, that may occur around your office, so that the monthly write-up will be on a par with other roads. "DB,” Cert. 60. Bangor & Aroostook R. R. The Bangor Commercial and Bangor Daily News, as well as some of our county papers have made themselves ridiculous in trying to make the public believe that conditions in regard to the strike of the engineers and firemen, now on considerably over two months, are normal, and that things are running smoothly on this road, as such is not the case. The strike-breakers are not helping matters to any appreciable extent, either for themselves or the company. The old engineers and firemen are standing together just as firm as on the first day of the strike. Everybody is getting a lot of overtime now, days and every Sunday. Quite a few non-mem- bers have “come across’' with the necessary, and more are on the way, so things look very promis- ing for us to get up to 95 or 98 per cent, where we belong, and then, boys, let us hold it there. By so doing, some day in the not-distant future we can no doubt, with such a percentage for a back- ing, get the management to give us a little in- crease. Quite a few of the boys are changing around on bids, of which all are familiar. All the brothers have remained loyal through- out the strike and done nothing out of their ordi- nary routine of work with the exception of one or two cases, which were not fully understood at the time and placed one or two brothers in a queer predicament, but as soon as they understood the situation correctly, they cut out the extra duty which they at the time supposed was theirs. No one censures these good brothers, who are among our best and are glad to be in “ our loyal* fam- ily, not “the royal” family. W. G. Tinker bid in Frankfort agency. Sister Rollins is handling the “OS's” and “3i’s” at Prospect, and Bro. Hatt, at “G” tower, is handling the levers on third. Some changes have taken place in the Bangor dispatching office with the departure of Bro. Cut- ler; Mr. Parker taking first on District 2, Bro. Dunphy second and Bro. Buchanan third. Mr. Kearney took first on the other District No. 1, and Mr. Foss second. Bro. Reynolds, from "CD” Digitized by Google

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650 The Railroad Telegrapher. office, goes in the dispatching office as relief man. Bro. Cutler and wife have been enjoying a good visit at their old home in Lincoln. Bro. P. L. Bates has resumed work at Sandy Point after being off some time on account of ill health, relieved by M. W. Mosher, who went to No. Maine Jet. third. Miss Clark is relieving Mr. Battles, second No. Maine Jet, off on account of sickness. Bro. H. A. Scribner bid in Schoodic, relieving Bro. Hib. A. Scribner, who bid in Hudson. Bro. Howe, at Searsport, is on the sick list, relieved by Bro. Greene. Bro. Nelder is at North Bangor agency. E. L. Patten has resigned to carry on his father’s farm in Greene, Maine. Bros. Blake and Hatt, from “G” tower, visited Bro. Crocker at Norcross recently. Bros. Brown, at Medford, and Campbell, at Rand Cove, are putting in long days since the strike commenced. Bro. Stewart bid in Maple Grove agency, re- lieved by Bro. McKeen, at Milo, until bid in. Bro. Lunt, South LaGrange agency, bid in Shir- ley agency. Bro. Ray Daggett has resigned at Portage. The biennial election of our local committee is now going on and every brother is given a chance to vote for who ever he chooses, which should result in a popular majority for the right men. Every brother should get after all available nons and get them into line. Let’s all get together on this and make old 1913 a banner year. Send in your notes brothers, either to your correspondent before the 20th or direct to Bro. Quick at St. Louis, before the 28th. Keep the ball rolling. With best wishes to all. Yours for solid O. R. T. Cert. 52. Texas & Pacific Ry. Louisiana Division — “No card, no favors.” Let that be our watchword at all times as all telegraphers should have a card. There is not an agent or telegrapher on this division who is not able to get one if he wants to do so. Brothers, keep on agitating thorough organiza- tion. Without it we can not expect to get the good things our general committee is going to ask for. Put the motto into practice on the sturdy non. When he secs you mean business, he will soon take out the necessary papers that will entitle him to fraternal courtesies. There are only a few of them left on this divi- sion. Their names and addresses will be fur- nished on application to those who do not know them and are interested in securing their appli- cations. Let us discontinue favoring these men at once. That is one of the surest ways to get them to see the benefit of joining our ranks. As long aa we continue to favor them they are going to remain out. When our new schedule goes into effect these same lads will be the first to “holler” about what the general committee got for them and the first to bid on the more desirable positions. Our general committee convened at the Waldorf Hotel, Dallas, Tex., on March 17th, prepared our proposition and presented it to General Superin- tendent Everman. He requested a postponement for a week or ten days, as he had to accompany Vice-President Freeman on an inspection trip. We agreed to the postponement. We must now give the committee a solid backing. It is to the personal interests of every agent and telegrapher to have an up to date, and our duty to get in nons working in the office with us and our neigh- bor next to us. Any who happen to be delinquent should send their dues at once to Bro. B. T. Hambright, Roanoke, Tex., and thus show the members of our general committee that we are going to stand by them in their untiring work. They have made many sacrifices and will make more in the future, in order that we may have better conditions, not only for the present but for the future. Remember, “No card, no favors.” Cert. 54. Trans-Continental Division — I want to thank each and every member for their support in electing me local chairman. I will endeavor to do all in my power to show my appre- ciation, as that will prove beyond what I can say, as the old saying is, “Done then said.” I have appointed Bro. Ruthven, agent Savoy, assistant, and Bro. Fred Wimple, third Bonham, division correspondent. Both are good men, whom I know will endeavor to prove to you their ability. A little news each month will be gladly received from each and every member, as that will help a great deal in keeping the members posted as to what is going on. Please send your news to me or Bro. Wimple not later than the aoth of each month. There are a few things we da not care to con- tend with on this division: Nons, knockers, de- linquents, negligence, indifference and dead ones. Let’s all turn our backs to such as these, and re- member, “No card, no favors.” Let these few words dwell within you. This is not the time to lay down without any idea whatever of a schedule. “Bucking in harness’* makes a remote proposition and “leaning to with a will” makes your prospects very bright and al- ways in sight. Do not labor under the false im- pression that your withdrawal or dropping out of the Order will hurry any move for your better- ment. Do not let your insurance and dues lapse, for when that happens you are lost, and remember that a light heart at all times makes love for someone, and that with you, should be the good old O. R. T. Again thanking you one and all for your sup- port, and hoping in the future you will keep me posted how things are near and about you, I am, Fraternally, K. L. Hones, L. C. Digitized by v^oosle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 651 Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburgh Ry. Rochester Division — Automatic signals were recently installed from Rochester to Gainesville, and the manual block between Gainesville and Ashford. Dispatcher Boilan, off a few days owing to sickness in the family, was relieved by ex-Dis- patcher Welch. We were all glad to hear Bro. Larkin on the wire again. Lincoln Park to Scottsville will be double-tracked this spring. Bro. Chase, off a week on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. Barry. Bro. Lustyk, who bid in first Garbutt, was re- lieved a few days by Extra Hawk. We hope Bro. Young will land something soon, and that Bro. Lustyk can induce Mr. Welch, second Garbutt, to join. There are a number of new men on the south end. Brothers and sisters, let’s all get busy and if they haven’t up-to-date cards see that they get them. Cert. 2266, Div. 8. Illinois Central R. R. Wisconsin Division — Everyone should become thoroughly conversant with every article in our new schedule. Many dollars have been lost by the telegraphers, simply because they did not understand some of the working rules, that would have increased their earnings. Under the new Sunday-overtime rule, six (6) consecutive hours constitute a day’s work cn that day for men working more than nine hours, with a second provision that if the com- pany splits the day, a total of three (3) hours will constitute the day’s work, and under no cir- cumstances can it be split more than once. It also provides for a regular assignment of Sunday hours, to be within the regular week-day hours. Study this rule, and if you have any doubt as to what you are entitled to, or as to whether the hours are properly assigned, write your local chairman. Other things secured were an eight-hour day for telegraphers in dispatching offices; the including of telephones in the schedule; overtime rate to be pro rata if higher than the regular overtime rate; a new method of placing the men in cases where an office or a position is abolished; pay for handling interlockcr lamps as well as switch lamps; an increase of $2.50 a month for running pumps, and the including in the schedule of a number of new positions, among which is that of day leverman at “CG” office, Freeport. These things, with the general increase in sal- ary, make our schedule one of the best, if not the best, in the country. We should all give the company the very best of service and strive to show the officials that we have their interests at heart. That is one way to show that we appreciate what has been done toward bettering our condition. The election of local chairman is now on and will be decided March 3rd, and the new general committee will convene at Memphis on March 17th to elect their officers, which consist of gen- eral chairman I. C. lines, general chairman Y. ft M. V., assistant general chairman I. C. lines, general secretary and treasurer and a sub-com- mittee. Bro. Roseman is at Randolph after a month’s siege of smallpox. Bro. Sutherland, who went to Arizona owing to poor health, writes that he is much improved and expects to soon return. Bro. Hines is at Wapella, Bro. Collins at El Paso, and a new man at Haldane — the three night offices recently opened. The vacancy caused by Bro. Neidigh’s resigna- tion was bid in by Bro. Jones, of Haldane, which was bid in by Bro. Ritz, of Parkway, now on bulletin. Elmhurst is also on bulletin, caused by Bro. Byrne’s resignation. Bro. Olson, of LaSalle was in Freeport several weeks, breaking in as a dispatcher. Bros. Kempf and Metzgar were about “all in” from working overtime when the third man was put on at Mendota. The February meeting was a “sizzler.” Bro. Yoder, of Madison, and Local Chairman Kelly were the only ones to brave the sleet storm, the worst in years, which started in at midnight, put- ting all the wires down. It took several extra gangs three or four days to get things in work- ing order. Every telegrapher was his own dis- patcher, and trains “smoked in” as best they could. A real “old-timer” is to be held April 1 8th, when several special features will be put on — something new. Don't fail to attend. Bro. Stocks and wife are enjoying the best of health in New Orleans, where the former has been doing some extra work, relieved by Bro. . Cox as car distributor, which the new schedule has now made an eight-hour job. Day Leverman Husinga, of East Jet., showed that he was “built right” by joining just as soon as he was eligible. The hustling young men sec the good the O. R. T. is doing for them, while some of the old-timers continue in the same old rut for years, grabbing all the extra O. R. T. secures for them, and meet any request to join with such replies as: “I was telegraphing before there was such a thing as the O. R. T., and 1 am satisfied.” We have three of that class on this division. Keep a close line on the new men that come and let the “hoggers” alone. Bill Nye, Cert. *88. Indiana Division , Indianapolis District — The Indiana Division was well represented at the meetings on March 9th, at Newton, one in the forenoon and one in the afternoon, as all the boys from Indianapolis District, north end, did not arrive until after one o’clock. Bro. R. L. Shannon, our general secretary and treasurer, gave us a very pleasant and interest- ing talk, which created a warmer feeling among the brothers. Digitized by v^ooQle

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652 The Railroad Telegrapher. Local Chairman Walker explained our new schedule to us, and a vote of thanks was extended him for representing us as local chairman and also in the revision of the schedule in February. We should assist Joe in every way possible, as he is a man who will stand by us to the very last. Meetings are expected to be held more often in the future, and every brother should make the best effort possible to attend, as so much good is derived from them. Take up with your superior officer for proper transportation. We have a chiei that is A-i, and he will do everything possible to relieve you on that date. I have been appointed correspondent for the Indianapolis District of this division, and will do my best to have a write-up each month, but I will need the support of every member on the dis- trict. Send me your news on or before the twen- tieth of each month, so I fan arrange and mail them in time to be printed. When a new man comes to work in your office, find out if he is carrying an up to date; if not, assist in lining him up or notify our local chairman. We want to get this division solid and keep it that way. Ray Wolf relieved at Dugger agency by J. C. Clark on bid, assigned first Wisconsin St. yard, Indianapolis. Bro. Merringer on second. R. L. Frances, agent Anita, bid in Mcrom agency, vice J. W. Johnson, with the Merom Sand and Gravel Co. We have a picture of Frances during the busy melon season, setting in the shade eating a slice of a large, juicy melon and nothing to do until tomorrow. Elmer Richardson bid in Anita agency. We hope to soon call him brother. L. P. Clark, relieved a few days at Anita during transfers. ‘ It is now Bro. H. R. Pribble, Morgantown nights. J. W. Feldman, bid in West Salem agency, and F. A. Bales is now bossing around Palestine. Bro. Harper Powell, third Bloomington, recently married one of the fair ones at Bloomington, that's why he thinks it’s the best town on the line. Mr. Singleton, second Bloomington, off a few days, was relieved by Chas. Chrisman. H. N. Wentz, Div. Cor. Springfield District — There was a very good attendance at our meet- ing in Springfield, 111., March 8, 1913- Among the important subjects discussed were the intro- duction of our new schedule which went into effect March 1, 1913, and the election of division officers which are as follows: Chairman, W. Stone, Marine, 111.; chief teleg- rapher, C. E. Baugh, Alhambra, 111.; secretary, C. W. Donaldson, Chestnut, 111.; first chief teleg rapher, J. E. Moore, Spaulding, 111.;, second chief telegrapher, A. J. Berry, Havana, 111.; marshal. Theo. Beach, Marine, 111.; inside sentinel, R. I. Lief, Thomasville, 111.; past chief telegrapher, W. Stone, Marine, 111., and treasurer, H. P. Cammack, Pawnee Jet., 111. The list of none was read and we found we had a few more than expected. Let us get after them and bring them in without fail. Brothers, we are going to have meetings on the second Sat* urday of each month and want a large attendance. Bro. Stone had an interview with the superin- tendent recently concerning the new schedule, re- lieved by Bro. Theo. Beach, who also relieved him while in Memphis, March 15th, attending to mat ters pertaining to our Order. Some of the night offices have been closed, put- ting some of the brothers on the extra list- They will probably all have work shortly as the vaca- tion season will begin before long. Bro. E. M. Williamson visited friends in As- sumption, March 14th. Bro. R. E. Farlow is laying off on account of poor health. S. W. Burt, night towerman at Kenney is suf- fering, had a leg broken while unloading freight. Bro. R. C. Fortman, third East Grand Ave.. granted thirty days leave, owing to sickness in family, was relieved by H. Tobin. Bro. H. C- Moyer, first East Grand Ave., is visiting friends and relatives in California, relieved by J. C. Brown, second East Grand Ave., and he by Bro. H. O. Williamson. J. L. Moore is on second Divernon. “Don,” Cert. 2221. Louisiana Division — All of the old committeemen on the whole sys tern were re-elected. In the race for delegate to the grand division Bro. W. C. Smith, agent Tick- fa w, La., gave Bro. Miller a good run, and Bro. Jones, agent Tangipahoa, La., ran third. Bro. J. G. Hayes, agent Chatawa, Miss., was elected alternate, Bro. S. W. Gant, running second. The proper interpretation of the new Sunday lule in the new schedule between the geueral manager and the committee has almost been straightened out satisfactory to all concerned. The strawberry and vegetable season is on, but quite a decrease is shown in express commissions, owing to the parcel post. The Webb Federal law has put the “blind tiger” whiskey shipments our of business, which also means a loss of commis- sions to the Mississippi express agents. We all were pained to hear of Bro. W. D. Stanley’s misfortune, whose father was instantly killed and his mother injured by a cyclone. Bro. O. M. Barbee bid in Forlorn, Miss., nights, assigned to Lale Kemp. Bro. Jake Bogue, night postmaster at Manchac, La., has returned from Allison’s Wells much im- proved in health, relieved by Bro. R. J. Haydel. Local Chairman Miller has returned from Anna, 111., having been on the auditing committee check- ing the accounts of Bro. R. L. Shannon, whose records and books were in fine shape, checking up to a cent. Division 93 has the best G. S. & T. in the world. Two rousing meetings were held at McComb and Jackson, Miss., March 2d and 16th respec- tively, the former being the biggest ever held there. The boys seem well pleased with the new schedule, especially the agents over the new Sun- day rule. Div. Coa. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 653 Mississippi Dizdsion — Our regular monthly meeting for February was held at Grenada, in the club room of the Grenada Bank, with a good many of the boys present. Local Chairman Bull, went over the revised schedule with us, explaining new rules in regard to Sunday overtime, etc., and among other things the overtime proposition for meeting trains out- side of regular hours. It seems that some of the boys failed to understand this ruling, losing over- time which they are entitled to and don’t know it. Come out to next meeting and see if you arc losing anything. We missed ’ Bro. W. M. Allen, of Hardy, at the meeting as he was in the hospital. We hope he will be with us next month. Bro. Trammell, of Hernando, made a business trip to Water Valley Sunday, returning to Grenada on a freight. As he did not show up at the hall, a search was made for him, thinking probably that he had stepped off the caboose into the river, lie was finally found in the hotel dead (asleep). It's now Bro. Davis at Coffeeville, also Bro. Rossen, at Grand Jet. Bro. K. Sommers, who relieved Bro. Bull on third Grenada while on committee work, is on sick list, having gone to Jackson, Tenn., to re- cuperate. Bro. H. J. Purcell, third Duck Hill; T. L. Wat- kins, third Pickens; L. J. Herr, first, and J. R. Kllinger, third Holly Springs, new men, have been transferred to Division 93. Bro. Reynolds, Sturges, Miss., off a few days recently, was relieved by Bro. Watkins. Permanent positions bid in recently are: Bro. Steadman, second Ackerman; Bro. Herr, first? Bro. Moss, second and Bro. Ellinger, third Holly Springs, respectively; Bro. R. M. Brown, third Duck Hill and Bro. Arnett, second West Point; Bro. Stevens, of West, bid in Sardis agency, and Bro. Moss, Holly Springs ticket agency, temporarily. Bro. Smith, of Sardis, has been assigned to Ethel agency permanently. Aberdeen Jet. is the only thing open for bid and several have applied for this summer resort. Cert. 326. Chicago Great Western Ry. Northern Division — Bro. B. A. Mills, agent West Gate, off a few days, attending the funeral of his mother-in-law at Dodge Center, was relieved by the banker of that city. Bro. J. E. Lennon, agent Taopi, has gone to the C. R. I. & P. F. J. Keys, of Faribault, was a recent visitor in the Twin Cities. There’s a new man on second trick New Hamp- ton. Bro. Ed. Stack, third Randolph, has gone to lire D. M. & N., relieved by Bro. J. T. Lennon, re- lieved by J. D. Worley, third Taopi, Bro. Congdon’s wife is seriously ill. Bros. Wood and N. E. Latimer were forced to double at Sumner, owing to the scarcity of men. Bros. Casey and Fleetwood, at Hayfield, have also been compelled to double third there for the same reason. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodnci.- has seen fit to remove from this universe to Il> heavenly home above, the be- loved mother of our brother, A. R. Peterson, of Dodge Center, Minn., and Whereas, We realize that the brother is called upon to face the darkest hours of his life in this sorrow, the sorrow that comes to us all, in all its bitterness; therefore be it Resolved, That we take this opportunity of ex- pressing to our bereaved brother, our deepest sympathy, and extend to him, the confidence of each member individually of the Northern Divi- sion; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these words of con- dolence be sent to the brother, and also a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. F. G. Norris, C. H. Kinne, C. E. Norris, Committee. Southern Division — Bro. F. M. Stevens, agent Conception, on sick list, was relieved by Bro. Fry, and he on first there by Bro. Hadder, who has been relieving Bro. Coleman at “RO” Kansas City. Bro. T. H. Gug- gerty, third Conception, resigned, relieved by Bro. E. D. Spicer, recently from Division 53. The election in February resulted as follows: Local chairman, Bro. L. M. Wilson; delegate to the convention, Bro. A. L. Coleman; alternate, Bro. L. M. Wilson. Bro. J. V. Miller bid in second Marshalltown, and G. I. Mauch, third Reinbeck. Marshalltown third and Baxter nights now on bulletin. C. M. White, dispatcher from the Rock Island, is now third trick dispatcher on the south end of this division, G. F. Orleman being promoted to night chief. We were sorry to have Night Chief Wenk leave us, but glad to hear of his promotion to chief dispatcher on the P. M. It is now Bro. W. W. Miller, on third Parnell, making Parnell solid. Bro. C. B. Pettet of the Grand Division is assisting with the mail at Afton Jet. since the parcel post went into effect. F. W. Christy, agent Arispe, off a few days, was relieved by Weber Camp, now a prominent farmer near Arispe. Sister C. A. Van Sandt, second Savannah, off several days on account of the death of her father was relieved by Mr. Long, a new man, who later went to Conception. Mr. McReynolds, third “VN” resigned, relieved by Mr. Connolly. Many thanks to the brothers who sent me items this month and hope you will always do as well. Get them to me by the eoth of each month. Cert. 475, Div. Cor. Digitized by Google

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654 The Railroad Telegrapher. Seaboard Air Line Ry. Our meeting at Hamlet, N. C., February 23 d, was the largest I have ever seen since I became a member several years ago. The boys, in great numbers, came from the C. C. west, the C. C. east, the R. & A. and the C & K., and all com- bined together in one harmonious assembly. Much interest was manifested for the welfare of our craft from start to finish. ,Bro. Cumming was on hand with his usual happy smile and very satisfactorily explained the pro- visions of our new contract made the week before, resulting in a substantial increase to all the men, which took effect March 1st. Several short talks and an interchange of greet- ings by the boys made the occasion one long to be remembered. Boys, don’t let your interest die with that meet- ing, but let’s strive to make each succeeding one better. Lay aside your duties for a little while. Get out of the old rut and routine of daily grind, and come out and have a handshake with each other and exchange views, and smoke a good union cigar if you indulge in the habit. It will do you good to hear what the other fellow is up against. Don’t hide from the sunshine like the groundhog, afraid of your shadow, but come out and be ready with some suggestions as to the best methods to be used for our mutual benefit. Show that you are O. R. T. to the core in other ways than by just simply wearing the button. You will never be a “kicker,” thereby losing the respect of your fellow-workers, either in or out of the Order, if you attend the meetings, for there you will learn that the opinions of others should have due con- sideration, as well as your own. Let us strive to serve the company and its patrons in a manner that will be above reproach, making “promptness” our daily motto. We have a good set of dispatchers, who are very much overworked at this season of the year. Let’s prove to them that members of the 0. R. T. are the men who always can be depended upon. Most everybody has a job and is staying with it. Bro. E. H. Moore has again been elected chairman of this division. Let us all co-operate with him, as well as Bro. Cumming, in every way possible to make this year of their administration both pleasant and profitable. R. H. Cunningham, Cert. 197, Div. Cor. Georgia Division— We have been holding some very interesting meetings on this division for the last several months, and much good has come from them. Our division officers have met with us on several occasions, and there has been decided improvement along all lines. There is a better understanding between employer and employe and everything is working together for the good of the service. The meeting on March 53d was well attended. Our officials give their consent and expect us to attend these meetings for the mutual good that comes from them. We should show them that we ap- preciate this courtesy by as large an attendance at them as possible and by trying every way to improve the service. Let's not become careleas in our attendance, thinking we will not be missed if we stay away, but make it a rule to be in our place at every meeting. Then the experiment of having them will show that they are fruitful for good. The telephones installed on the Georgia Railroad some time ago were a failure and their use has been discontinued. Bro. W. E. Heath, second Birmingham yard extra, has gone to Atlanta, Ga., terminal, relieved by Bro. F. D. Hudson, from the auditor’s office of the Southern Express Company at Chattanooga, Tcnn. Bro. R. M. Brewer, second Shops, is off on account of illness. Bro. J. C. Murray, of Division x 32, is on third Howells yard. Bro. I. F. Nunn gone to the West- ern Union. Bro. Hines, second Cedartown, Ga., is again in line. Let the good work continue. Bro. Tyree, Howells yard office, was the winner of an emblem ring last month. Bro. S. H. Lewis, agent Fish, Ga., was in at tendance at court in Anniston, Ala., recently. I am indebted to Bro. Tyree, Howells yard, for a goodly portion of the news items contained in this letter. No one man oan know all that is going on, and it is certainly a great help to your correspondent to have you send in a few news items occasionally. I will thank you to let me have all the happenings you can. At our last meeting, Bro. L. Brannen, Welling- ton, Ala., was unanimously elected assistant local chairman to Bro. Tyree for the A. & B. District of the Georgia Division. We have a good team now, and we can expect great things from them if the brothers will all do their part. Bro. J. N. Porter is a frequent Sunday visitor to his old stand at Thomas, Ga. We may have something more interesting than a mere visit to record soon. Our division is almost clear of nons now. About the only place where they are particularly notice- able being not far from Birmingham. I hope this poor, little, lonesome fellow will soon decide to get that little piece of pasteboard that makes a man hold up his head and demand respect of his fellow-man. “Carr,” Div. Cor. .-f. & B. Division — The meeting in Atlanta, on Sunday, February J3d, was a “hummer,” the boys attending almost solidly from the A. & B., and a number also from the north end. Immediately on the arrival of Train No. 50 the boys fell in line and marched in a body to Dispatcher Hill’s office, to get a peep at the “old-timers,” and incidentally take a look at Mr. Schartle, from the A. B. & A., on first there, who is something on the order of a “Whet- stone.” Judging from the manner in which he flirts with a telegraph key, he will no doubt draw a permanent berth. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 655 We then visited various “ham and — ” establish- ments, making way with a quantity of good things until time to get together. Bro. Taylor, in his usual admirable manner, started the “fireworks” by reading a telegram from our committee that has been in conference with the “Big Chief” for some time. The good news caused a great uproar, taking us all by sur- prise, as none of us had heard anything up to that time, and the “big grin” was very much in evidence, and everybody happy. Bro. Taylor brought up a number of matters of importance for discussion, and several resolutions were finally drafted, read and passed by ballot, to be presented at our Grand Convention in Balti- more. There have been no changes on the entire ^divi- sion for two or three months, which speaks well for our general working conditions, and for the liberality of our esteemed officials. The co- operative spirit is being shown everywhere, since the adoption of our late method of holding meet- ings more on the “open house” plan, thereby bring- ing employer and employe together and threshing out matters pertaining to the welfare of the road as well as ourselves. Our new contract will put a new determination into every man on the entire system, and we will go just one better than our past efforts making this the greatest year in the history of the Sea- board. Superintendent Carlton made it very plain in his talk at one of our meetings that he appre- ciated our efforts and was well pleased with our work. This is an incentive for the future. We are certainly blessed with a set of gentlemanly, patient officials, who will take care of us so long as we prove our worth. I can not possibly understand how the two or three nons still on this end can possibly have the audacity to stay out now after all the good things our new contract brings to them. There is no middle ground nor room for argument. Get after them, brothers, harder than ever. Next month send your news items to Bro. Lewis at “Fish,” who will in turn appoint a correspondent for the ensuing month. Cert. 88 7. <7. & K. District — The meeting in Hamlet, Sunday night, February 33d, was a great success, and no doubt all who attended will make a special effort to be at the next one. Our time was limited, as lots of the boys, who with Bro. Moore, our local chairman, and Bro. Cumming, our general secretary and treasurer (the life of Division 9 7), came in on No. 41 had to leave on No. 43, but Bros. Moore and Cumming made the 45 minutes interesting, telling us about the new contract our committee at Portsmouth secured for us, effective March 1, 1913, for which- we all feel grateful. There were 33 of the boys present, but I can not remember them all. Those from the C. & K. were: Meares, Blaney; Ross and Lowman, Me Bee; Rowe, Middendorff; Brower, Patrick; Stanley, Cberaw, and our old standby Bro. Swink, of Os- borne. All the other districts were well repre- sented. The boys scented some good news, this is why they turned out so good, and they will hear something good every time they attend one of these meetings, as some of our officials meet with us sometimes and give us a heart-to-heart talk that does us all good. We have a set of officials to be proud of who do all they can to help us with our duties. We are hauling lots of fertz, and vegetables from the South. There are only a few nons on the entire division. You can usually tell one the first time you hear him on the wires, as they are so different from a man who has an up-to-date. Boys, all be sure to go to the next meeting and bring that other fellow next station to you, who did not go last time, with you. No favors where there are no cards. Cert. 448. Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Ry. The meeting at Marquette on March 2d was well attended and all had an enjoyable time. Bal- lots were counted, showing Bros. C. L. Clark and A. V. Brazeau elected local chairmen of the Mackinaw and Houghton Divisions respectively, and Bros. E. N. Olson and A. E. Curtiss, re- elected chairmen of the Mineral Range and West- ern Divisions, and Bro. H. C. Wubbena, re-c’.ected correspondent. Those present at the meeting were: Bro. Clark, Soo Jet.; Bro. Stillman, Seney; Bro. Marsh, Wet- more; Bro. Schultz, Michigamme; Bro. Danielson, Chassell; Bro. Clossey, Trout Creek; Bro. Stuesser, Bruces Crossing; Bro. Phelps, Gurney; Bro. Cur- tiss, Bessemer, and Bro. Steele, Marquette and Dispatcher H. H. Landry. Eating was the main issue of the day. Bro. Clark and Stillman cleaned the hotel out of buttermilk and Honolula water. Western Division — It is now Bro. J. H. Anderson at Bergland nights. Bro. F. E. Wubbena resigned first Thomaston, and it is now on bulletin. Bro. Therbert, agent Paynesville, is on vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. McNeil, relief agent. A. E. C. Mineral Range Division — Bro. F. Bastian, Calumet nights, is on a short vacation. Agent Prior, Point Mills, has resigned, relieved by R. L. Warne, pending bids. Bro. E. N. Olson, of Calumet yards, has re- turned to work after a short illness, relieved by relief agent McNeil. Applications from Messrs. Daley, of Hancock yard, and Chamberlain, of Dollar Bay, will soon be in. Let’s all get together and bring the mem- bership on the M. R. up where it should be. We can do it if everybody does their share. Digitized by Google

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656 The Railroad Telegrapher. It looks now as though our winter is nearly over. It certainly was a hummer. The rotary plan was kept busy during the entire month of February and the first half of March, all engines and crews working every day in the week. Cert. 42. Houghton Division — Bro. A. J. Ristell, second Hast Houghton, has resigned, relieved by Bro. Dygart, wIm has re- turned to us again. Mr. Thomas, a new man, is now on Lan^e third. Mr. Schultz, Michigamme, has resigned, and that position is now open for bids. Cert. 4_\ M., St. P. & Sault Ste. Marie Ry. Chicago Division, First and Second Districts — Recent new members are: Geo. Wright, third Waukesha; Cbas. E. Kckard, third Byron, and F. H. Cramer, agent Colona. Let the good work go on. Fremont and Byron agencies, third Gray’s Lake, second Fond du Lac and Camp Lake nights on bulletin. Frank Holsten, first Kolzc, has gone back to the simple life, relieved by Clark on bid, who has been switching for a few months. Bro. A. D. Hartley, formerly third Lake Villa, is now manager of the Harbaugh Lumber Co., at Engleside. Bro. T. G. Wright, third Vernon, resigned, re- lieved by Hiller, a new man, later resigned, re- lieved by Cook, relieved on second Trevor by Dobyns, who is in the grocery business there and working a few nights to help out. Bro. J. M. Weber, agent Theresa, back again after being on sick list for several wcks re- lieved by Bro. C. H. Bowman, and he by Bro. Haag, of second, who while off several weeks was relieved by Bro. J. W. Wilson, anti he on third Fremont by Erickson. Bro. J. A. Fonstad, bid in agency at Stockton, and will soon be on his honeymoon. F. W. Sanford, “FN” dispatcher’s office nights, resigned, relieved by Bro. J. H. Burns on bid, he on second Fond du Lac, by Bro. N. J. Frost, re- lieved on second Shops yard by Bro. C. L. Clancey, Win. Christel, while at “FN,” was re- lieved on first Waupaca by F. Runte, and he on third by Erickson, relieved on third Fremont by Bro. J. W. Wilson. Later, Erickson relieved Hills, third Medina Jet. a few nights. Bissell, second Manitowoc, off ten days wa< relieved by Mr. Jones, a new man. Bro. O. R. Barber bid in Amherst agency, re- lieving Roe, gone to Waupaca agency, and re- lieved as agent Allenton, by P. J. Weber, pending bulletin and the latter by E. Sehultheis on bid. Bro. B. C. Jenkins, third Stockton, resigned, relieved by C. J. Wightman, on bid. Bros. J. W. Wilson, Lund and Lock, sent in items this month. Send them to Bro. Ernst at Fond du Lac, before the goth. The meeting held at Neenah, March 13th, was attended by Bros. Lewis, G. C. ; Clemons, L. C. : Miller, Thorne, Bradley and Conley, also by Messrs. Runte, • Christie, Hills and A. J. Althaus. Bro. Clemons was elected chairman and Bro. Miller secretary of the meeting. Suffice to say that those present had one lively time. Fraternally, “Jack” Frost. Thief River Falls Line, “ Sou Ry. ' — It has been some time since the wheat line ha1- shown up in the notes in The Telegrapher, but there has been something doing all the time. A bad snow storm the last two weeks in March delayed trains considerably. We are solid now with the exception of one or two old heads that have not yet “come out of it.” General Chairman Lewis was along the line re- cently with his “sharp stick.” which did consider- able good. Brothers, do your whole duty by the company at all times as well as to our Order. Fidelity to both will be deservedly rewarded. Take a slant at the trainmen and engincmen'* wages and then look at your own. Then stop ami think what thorough organization of the teleg- raphers would mean to us in increased wages and improved conditions. W e have no changes that would look new in print. More anon. Cert. 61S. Lake Erie & Western R. R. At a meeting held at my home on evening of March 8th, at which several were present, includ- ing General Chairman Turner, the votes were counted, which resulted in the election of Bro. Turner as delegate to the Grand Division, and myself as alternate. Also in the election of Bro. T. H. Kennedy, Clarence, 111., as local chairman of the Peoria Division, and myself for the I. & M. C. Division. There being no nominations for the other divisions, no votes could be cast and these divisions will have to .be supplied by appointment by the general chairman. The committee then re-elected the old officers as general chairman and general secretary and treas- urer for the next two years. The auditing committee went over the books of the division and reported all receipts and expen- ditures properly accounted for and the accounts in good condition. Since becoming connected with the division in an official way about two years ago, 1 have been more or less tied up in committee work and the general secretary and treasurer’s work and have not had much opportunity to do very much towards working up the membership of the division, but hope in the future to be able to give this matter more attention; so - that with the “lambasting” arrangement installed in the general office at St. Louis, and the concerted effort on the part of all members, wc should show an increased membership in the near future. Digitized by G.OOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 657 In the items from all over the country we read of unusual increases in membership and with the proper interest there is no reason why the same conditions should not exist on the L. E. & W. Each member should appoint himself a special committee to look after the nons. Do not leave it for the other fellow to do, nor think that the other fellow can do it better than you, for as sure as you do this there will be nothing done. We are entitled to better conditions on this line, and with the proper spirit shown they will be ours. In the last issue of the journal were several accounts of new and revised schedules, all of which gave the men very good increases in wages and better conditions. There is a great wave of prosperity passing over the country at present, and it is for us if w’e but organize and stick by our organi- zation. Several members have not paid dues for the .cur- rent term. This has necessitated more or less expense for the Order and work for the local chairman and general secretary and treasurer, depriving you of insurance protection, the division of your support, and the Order of your influence. All members should keep their dues paid up, there- by extending their support to the cause which has done so much good for all. Another important item has not been given proper attention by .a number of the members and by almost all nons, and that is the matter of paying into the treasury of the division an amount equal to their first month’s increase as per the present schedule. There are still debts for which the division is obligated, and until these obligations have been met it will be impossible for us to go up for the better conditions we are hoping for and entitled to. In reading The Telegrapher we can see many items of the long, drawn-out negotiations and con- ditions under which committees must work and expenses they are up against. It is foolish for a committee to go into negotiations without a good, strong backing, both financial and membership. The committee is hopeful that the members will not delay any longer in making this payment. It is not an unreasonable request, and only when sufficient amount has been paid in and sufficient membership gained can we hope to support a com- mittee for negotiating for better conditions. There are several features being enjoyed by other lines which will be for us if we have the proper backing and support for the committee when it goes up. So it rests with the membership to get the division in proper condition. We would all get more enjoyment out of The Telegrapher if it had in each issue a better rep- resentation from our division. Think of the inter- est it must be to the membership of such divisions as the C. B. & Q., the Southern Pacific, the South- ern, and even many of the smaller ones where they take an interest in getting up items for The Telegrapher. If all took the proper interest there is no reason why we could not have something similar in each issue. But everyone leaves it for the other fellow to attend to, and as a result nobody docs it. If each one would send just one item to his local chairman about the zoth of the month we would be surprised at the result. Here is another chance for each one to act as a com- mittee of one and look after these items. So now, let us all get in the harness, and don’t be afraid of the collar, and pull for all we are worth for the good of the division and the Order. Forget all petty grievances we have had in the past and work for the things we need .to make us an up-to-date road from an O. R. T. view. ' Then will we realize the worth of the Order and will not be inclined to kick about the things we have not tried to help make better. M. A. Steckel, L. C. and G. S. & T. I. & M. C. Division — We were sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Bryant, father of Bro. E. V. Bryant, first at Fairfield. It was necessary for Bro. Bryant to resign and return to his home near Ossian, Ind., to assist his mother in the management of their farm. We regret the loss of such a hustling mem- ber as Bro. Bryant, but realize that he is bettering his own condition. Bro. Lockwood, of Fairfield, who recently bid in Bennett’s agency, was unable to obtain a, house or even get board there and he returned to one of the tricks at Fairfield. Understand there have been several changes around Belt Jet. and Noblesville lately, but as I have not been advised of them am unable to give them in detail at this time. If all the changes were reported to your local chairman promptly we might have a more complete write-up. . Several nons have promised their applications in the near future, and I hope the members will all see that the nons at their stations do not put off joining any longer. With no assistance, this is the best write-up I can give this time. I hope the brothers will do their part and help me to make a better showing next month. Cert. No. 2. Lehigh Valley R. R. Buffalo Division, Buffalo to Sayre — The sudden death of Bro. Clarence Havens, third Lodi, who was only ill a few days, came as a great shock to all of us. He had a host of friends and was well liked by all the boys who will sadly miss him. To the bereaved father and mother we all extend our deepest and heartfelt sympathy in this the death of their only child. Bro. Havens’ funeral was attended by a number of the O. R. T. boys, who raised $13 for a floral emblem. None but members were asked to sub- scribe, but some of the other boys requested us to accept their donations, and under the circum- stances they were received. A large square floral piece was secured with the letters “O. R. T.” in the center, and a tele- graph pole at each end, with wires strung across, one of which was broken. 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658 The Railroad Telegrapher. O. R. T., and it* appropriateness was noted by all who attended the funeral of our departed brother. We hope the few boys who are still hesitating will soon avail themselves of the opportunity being offered them to better their condition by joining the O. R. T. and help make the L. V. solid. We have no one but ourselves to blame for existing conditions. Wake up. and do not wait to be asked to join but send in your application at once. Brothers, each try and get a new member, and make "thorough organization" your watchword. Bro. Henry Wixom at Hector has resigned to go into the produce business at Waterloo. We are all sorry to see him go, but wish him success. Bro. Chaffee succeeds him, leaving Taughannock Falls up for bid, salary $47.50. Mr. Shaub is relieving at Geneva for thirty days. Miss Louise Miller, daughter of Bro. Miller at Hoyt’s Corners, was recently married. Understand she will continue as her father’s helper. "Stub." IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been deemed wise by Almighty God to take unto Himself our esteemed and be- loved brother, Clarence Havens, and Whereas, In full realization of the great loss, we feel unable to find words to express and con- sole his parents, but point them to Almighty God, our ever-ready Comforter; therefore be it Resolved t That we, his brothers and co-workers of Division 124, bow in humble submission to the power over which we have no control, and extend to the bereaved parents and relatives our heartfelt sympathy, and be it further Resolved, That in manifestations of our sympa- thy we send to the grief-stricken father and mother a copy of these resolutions, and forward a copy of them for publication in The Telegrapher. M. M. Crane, C. H. Pinckney, Committee. C. R. I. & P. Ry. Missouri Division — I desire to thank the members of this division for electing me as their local chairman, also for electing me delegate to the convention. We have only six or eight nons left on this division and we must make it solid by each one becoming an organizer and going right after them. Ten days earnest work will clean them up. Get the idea out of your heads that the local chair- man and his assistants are the only ones to do the organizing. The local chairman gets nothing for this work and it is just as much to your interest as his to get the line solid and keep it that way. When in doubt as to a man’s standing call him up and ask him. If a new man shows up on the line get right after him and ascertain his stand- ing, if he is a member of the organization, bat belongs to some other system division, get his certificate number, the road he belongs on an d let me have the information immediately. He can then be transferred to our division, thereby giving us the benefit of his dues which will put our division in better shape financially. Also promptly notify your local chairman of the arrival of a new man on the division so that he can help you land him. Everyone must work to make this division successful. If every one on the whole division calls up a new arrival and asks him if he belongs to the Order, it would have a tendency to make him see that we were all in the game. Likewise it will do no harm if every man on the whole division notified me of the arrival of a new man. It would go to show me that you were all on the job. That's what we want, that’s what we must have. Every- one on the job all the tirfie. With your help we can make this the banner division of the whole system. We can not do so without it. Don’t wait for any one else, but get to work at once yourself. I most certainly will do all I can to prove myself worthy of the trust you have reposed in me. Our retiring local chairman has made us a good man and I hope I will be able to handle the division as well. I will consider that I have given you good serv- ice if I do as well as he did. Consider yourselves all as assistant local chair- men. I will give you a list of the non-members on the line shortly and I hope we can soon line them up. Bro. J. L. Spaulding is relieving J. M. Boose, Kenmoor, Mo. Everyone get after Boose. Bro. J. T. Handly, Edgerton, Mo., while off sick was relieved by IL S. Moore, another non, from the Grand Island. Bro. Jones’ wife, has re- turned to Altamont after several weeks’ visit to homefolks in Denver, Mo. Bro. Hansz, second Altamont, on short vacation, was relieved by Bro. Jones, and he by Bro. C. E. Foster. Bro. Briggs, third Cameron Jet., was recently initiated into the K. P’s. Bro. Little, assigned third Allerton; Bro. A. A. King, Wallace agency; Bro. J. A. Irvin, James- port first; Bro. Oulett, second Rushville, and Bro. E. M. Oliver, Platte River days. Bro. Madden, agent Lineville, on sick list, was relieved by Mr. Murphy, and he by Mr. Grann, from the I. C. Get a line on them boys. Bro. Taylor, second Centerville, writes from Colorado that he is on the high road to recovery, which we are all glad to hear. Bro. Shouse, second Nahant, off sick, later visited relatives in Princeton, Mo., and then re- lieved Fox on second there. Watch Fox, boys. Brothers, don’t oblige the dispatchers to call you 20 to 30 minutes. It will get you in bad, and it hurts our organization. I desire to thank Bros. Cox and Foster for newi this month and earnestly request each one to for- ward me all the items they can not later than the 20th of each month. W. H. Plum, L. C. Digitized by c,ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 659 Arkansas Division — To All Members: I assure yon I appreciate the honor you have conferred on me in electing me your local chair- man and representative to the National conven- tion, and am proud of the confidence you have in me. I expect to serve you the best I know how. I am also glad to see such great interest shown in the election, which was the greatest we have ever had. I will now ask you to lend me your aid and hearty co-operation. We must strive and pull together to make our division the best. We have accomplished much and can accomplish much more. Brothers, keep after the nons. Our division is in fine shape, almost solid, but we want it ab- solutely solid — ioo per cent. The local chairman can not attend to all of this himself, he must have support. He depends upon each man doing his part and his duty. I want to ask you also to render the best possi- ble service to the company. Answer your calls promptly; this will help us get better working con- ditions. I would be glad to hear from any of the members in regard to bettering our working con- ditions. Bro. G. D. Lee, of Germania, promises to give us a write-up in the journal each month, which we will certainly appreciate and Bro. A. H. Jones, at Perry, promises to assist in this, -and pick up the news on the west end for the write-up. Bro. Gibbs, at “RK,” is as usual on the job at anything he can do. He will give Bro. Lee a write-up at the meetings of the Little Rock O. R. T. Club. I wish every member would send in a little news each month to help Bro. Lee out on this. I promised to serve you, and believe I can accomplish all possible for the 126. Again thank- ing you for the honor of representing our division at Baltimore, 1 am, Yours fraternally, T. Ellis. Arkansas Division Notes — I have been appointed correspondent for this division by Local Chairman Ellis, and with the aid of the brothers will try and make it the banner Division of the Rock Island. Keep after every non you know of until you get him in. We want every man on the division in the Order and make it a point to see that he keeps an up-to-date card all the time. Bro. Bonham on vacation to San Antonio, Tex. Bro. E. E. Fowler, assigned second Haskell on his return. Mr. Barnard, who relieved Bro. Bon- ham, bid in Hulbert third. • Mr. Ragsdale, Bauxite, off for a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by a new man. Bro. Womack, bid in second Lonoke, relieved by Bro. Kimball, second Biddle, on bid; Bro. Vinson, bid in second Goodwin; Bro. Gunn, second Havana, bid in second Hazen; Bro. Adams, bid in second Palestine; Bro. J. E. Powell, bid in Belleville agency; Bro. A. H. Jones, bid in Perry agency, and Bro. Harbiton, Magazine agency. The west end is almost solid. Get after Latimer, Booneville, and Sangster, Danville. They are both good men and with a little persuasion will be Order men. Let us give our delegate and local chairman our hearty support and we will -get results. A local chairman can not make a division, it is the members who bring about results, accomplished only by lining up the nons and working for the good of the Order at all times. C. T. U. Bro. Sharpe, on second Roland, will soon take out an O. R. T. card. The members of the Little Rock O. R. T. Club are hoping Bro. DeWees will locate permanently near Little Rock, so he can attend our meetings. Bro. Shade, Havana third, is on second there pending assignment. Bro. W. M. Gunn, second Havana, bid in a helpmate in January. Mrs. Gunn made a good selection. Bro. Bargion, back from vacation, relieved Bro. G. D. Lee, first Germania, who had bid in second there. Boys, please send in your items by the 20th and let us have this division represented every month in The Telegrapher. If each member will take a hand in this matter we will have our division to the front. If I have slighted any member in this write-up it is because I was not notified of any happening concerning him. Thank you for the honor of being appointed your division correspondent. Bro. Minich, from second Germania, is now on third Brinkley. Glad to see the Nebraska Division being repre- sented by such a good brother as Rollins, of Belleville. Bro. Kelley, of “RK,” was relieved by F. H. Woodward. Cert. 185. Kansas Division — Bro. F. Nelson gets first McFarland, relieving Bro. Dillingham, who goes back to Topeka yard. We are sorry to hear of the latter’s injury by slipping and falling on a rail and hope he will soon be OK again. M. T. Daniels gets second McFarland. Bro. C. H. Allen is back at ‘‘RI” Herington on third as wire chief, and Bro. Hawthorne on sec- ond. Mr. McKelvy has gone with the Santa Fe at Las Vegas. Bro. E. L. King, first Horton journeyed to Leavenworth recently and took unto himself the shrine. Bro. G. S. Allen has returned to Whiting from a thirty days' leave spent in California. Bro. Nichols resigned third Horton and went West, relieved by R. C. Nobles. Bro. E. Pringle, at Dwight, is our new local chairman. Let’s do all we can to help, him. Come out to the meetings boys, they are great, also send me a few items for The Telegrapher. Just drop me a note and I will see that they are sent in. M. L. L. Digitized by Google

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660 The Railroad Telegrapher. Colorado Division — On account of the committee being unable to complete its plans - and be assured of success, the dance was indefinitely postponed. The time was short for advertising and working it up. Perhaps the latter part of May, after the Baltimore con- vention, something of the kind can be arranged. The February meeting at Goodland was very poorly attended, owing to the unfavorable weather. It was a bad night. The monthly division meet- ings however, must be a regular thing, as it is only through the team work that we can expect to retain our nearly solid division. The heavy run of business for the season is just beginning and the faces on the division are changing so fast that it is necessary to have a perfect and mutual understanding as to the course to be taken to keep the new men organized who come to the line. I will be only too glad to have the information when a new man has arrived, and whether he is up to date or not. A strong talk with the man you work with in your own office and bringing his attention to the scale of wages paid the dif- ferent positions, together with the improved work- ing conditions to what they were four and five years ago, a comparison with other lines, espe- cially roads yet unorganized, is what will get a man to see the light as we see it. Let me know the position he takes. It’s “individual organiza- tion’' that gets the best results; organizers may come, and organizers may go, but “individual or- ganization” gets the results that remain forever. Fourteen attended the March meeting at Good- land, which was much better than usual. General Secretary and Treasurer Edwards had meetings called for the next afternoon and evening at Belleville and Fairbury, and arranged to be with us at Goodland. We were certainly glad to have him, and his forty-minute talk was very enlighten- ing and instructive. The ballots for local chairmen, representatives and alternates were counted by the auditing com- mittee on Monday, March 3d. Something like seventy per cent of the entire membership vot- ing, indicating the interest taken by the brothers in matters of this kind. There were some warm contests among the candidates on several of the divisions that required a close official count to decide. Bro. Marquis and I were unanimously chosen to represent this division. I wish to take this means to thank the brothers and sisters for their approval of my past years’ services as your local chairman and for my re-election to that office and hope you will feel assured of two more years’ faithful serv- ice which I certainly hope will be more productive of good results. And for your choosing me as your representative to the Grand sessions of the Order at Baltimore in May, I wish to thank you very, very heartily. It is an honor that has never been accorded me before and most certainly I appreciate it. A special meeting of the general committee has been called to be held at Kansas City on May 7th, for the regular biennial election of our gen- eral chairman and general secretary and treasurer. The delegation will then proceed directly to Bal- timore, via St. Louis and the B. & O. System, and be on deck Sunday, the nth, the day before the convention begins. It is assured that there are to be some lively times had in old Baltimore this time, in both divisions, the O. R. T. and the Ladies’ Auxiliary. It is very sorrowful to us to be informed of the death of a near and dear relative in the families of three sisters and brothers employed on the Colorado Division. The true sympathies of the entire membership go out to the sorrowing sisters and brothers. Sister Nina M. Klass, of Seibert, Colo., lost her beloved mother, who has been an invalid for a number of years. Her death occurred at her home in Iowa. Sister Klass, who was at her bedside and attended the funeral, owing to the care and worry is hardly able to assume her duties on second. Bro. M. E. Katz, second Flagler, lost his infant daughter, one and one-half years of age, in Denver, March 4th. Bro. G. G. Widmoyer, agent Falcon, Colo., lost his sister, Miss Fannie Waas, at Dresbach, Minn. Our hearts are filled to overflowing with grief, and we pray that the souls of those beloved ones may rest in peace with the Lord above. Bro. A. S. Johnson relieved Bro. Widmoyer for sixty days, owing to Mrs. Widmoyer’s failing health. Bro. R. H. McAdams bid in third Falcon, and will move his family there. Bro. Cutlibert, second Roswell, was taken sick while he and Mrs. Cuthbert were visiting in Troy. Kan. We hope “Dave” will soon be able to re- turn to work. Bro. Murphy is relieving him with Mr. James, a new man, on third. Bro. McMillan, from the Mo. Pac., is on third Calhan. Bro. Steffy, second Mattison has returned from thirty days’ sick leave, relieved by J. H. Jarrett, a new man. Bro. Katz bid in second Flagler, relieved at Limon by Bro. Massey. Bro. Reals transferred to Norton, relieved by Bro. Olesen, and third and fifth Limon on bid. Sister M. A. Turnage, third Mustang block office, bid in Ruleton second, relieved by Miss Kelley of Goodland. Sister Harmonson, of Mus- tang, was relieved Sunday, March 23d, by Miss John. Bro. Simpson, second Genoa, off a few days recently, was relieved by J. H. Jarrett. Bro. Earl Hodges, third Arriba, spent the day recently in the City of Lights. Bro. J. C. Cherry, from Omaha, has gone to the Burl, at Sterling, Colo. Bro. Gardner, third Flagler, waa a pleasant cal- ler in Limon on two different occasions recently. A small O. R. T. meeting was held at Limon Friday evening, March zist, with Bros. Reichard, from Calhan, Winegar and Gardner, from Flag- ler, and the Limon bunch of six present. All had a nice time. Bro. L. P. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 661 just returned from the Kansas Division, where he had gone for his wife’s health, but with little success, sorry to say. Sister Garehime, Bethune, is still on the semi- siclc list, another pleasure trip to Buffalo in the spring is just what’s required for improvement, I think. Bro. Maxwell, second Dellvale, was relieved by C. W. Green, on account of sickness. We hope for a speedy recovery and return to work. Bro. Barnholt, third Jennings, resigned, was relieved by L. H. McGuire. At the meeting at Goodland, March 22d, we took In Bro. L. F. Buck, of Flagler, Vale Corns, of Norton, will be initiated at the April meeting. Bro. A. L. Britt, now located at Enfield, N. C., in the general merchandise business with his brother, writes that he is doing nicely. He trans- fers to the A. C. L. Division. Our very best wishes are for bis success. With best wishes and assuring all of my most intense interest in the affairs of the division. I am fraternally yours, L. Gillaspy, Local Chairman. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The Almighty God, our Lord, in His infinite wisdom has called to her reward the be- loved mother of our sister, Mrs. Nina M. Klass; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sym- pathies, be it Resolved , That the members of Division No. 126, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing sister and members of the bereaved family their most sincere and heartfelt sym- pathy at this time of their great loss; and be it further Resolved, That the original copy of these reso- lutions be forwarded to the bereaved sister, a copy to The Railroad Telegrapher for publica- tion, and a copy made a matter of record on the minutes of this division. H. D, Marquis, G. W. Man ion, J. G. Oleskn, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The Almighty God, our Lord, in His infinite wisdom has called unto Himself the be- loved infant daughter of our brother, Maurice E. Katz; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathies, be it Resolved, That the members of Division No. 126, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and the members of the bereaved family their most sincere and heartfelt sympathy at this time of their great loss; and be it further Resolved, That the original copy of these reso- lutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy to The Railroad Telegrapher for publica- tion,* and a copy made a matter of record on ihe minutes of .this division. H. D. Marquis, G. W. Manion, J. G. Olesen, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The Almighty God, our Lord, in His infinite wisdom has called unto her reward the beloved sister of our brother, G. G. Widmoyer; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sym- pathies, be it Resolved, That the members of Division No. 126, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend t the sorrowing brother and the members of the bereaved family their most sincere and heartfelt sympathy at this lime of their great loss; and be it further Resolved, That the original copy of these reso- lutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy to The Railroad Telegrapher for publica- tion, and a ccpy made a matter of record on the minutes of this division. H. D. Marquis, G. W. Manion, J. G. Olesen, . Committee. Minnesota Division — Brothers, I thank you for the honor conferred on me by electing me local chairman for this division for two years. I shall make every effort to handle the affairs of the division as well as they have been handled by my predecessors in office. It is my hope to make this the banner division of this system, and I hope all the brothers will help all they can to secure that result. While working to the best of our ability for the company, let us not forget the duty we owe to ourselves and families in keeping up to date and trying to keep all the brothers the same, so that we may enjoy the good working conditions we now have and have some hope of improving them as times goes on. J. W. Kennedy, Local Chairman. Bro. Barry, of Cedar Falls, was at his home in Carbondale, Kan., three weeks, attending his mother in her last illness and death. Bro. W. J. Keim, of Nora Springs, has been appointed correspondent. Brothers, send him all the news items you can by the twentieth, and let us have a good write-up every month from the Minnesota Division. Bro. W. N. Staley, who has been sick for a month, expects to be back at work 90on. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, An ill-wise Providence has been fit to call to her reward the mother of our brother, S. W. Barry; therefore be it Resolved, That we, the members of Minnesota Division, of Division 126, O. R. T., extend to our Digitized by Google

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662 The Railroad Telegrapher. brother atfd the bereaved family our heartfelt sym* pathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to Bro. Barry, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. W. Kennedy, W. J. Keim, W. I. Blackwell, Committee. Iowa Division — I wish to thank the boys for the loyal support given me in the recent election, and hope that we can all work together and make this year pros- perous. Appointments will be announced later. F. R. Kulner, L. C. , General Superintendent of Telegraph Hubbell and Assistant General Superintendent of Tele- graph Wray were over the line recently, assisting in repairing the wires after a heavy sleet storm. The dispatcher’s office at West Liberty has been abolished and Dispatcher Stewart transferred to second trick Des Moines. We are glad to note that Bro. C. E. Ramsy, West Liberty, has recov- ered and is able to work again. Bro. W. L. White, former agent at Kellogg, acting dispatcher at West Liberty, bid in first there. A. C. Bradley has been appointed roadmaster of this division, relieving Mr. Hayes, assigned other duties. R. E. Buntin relieves Mr. Fields at Victor, and Bro. J. E. Bach is on Oxford nights, the day job there being abolished. Bro. H. H. Hilfinger, from Wilton, is now at Council Bluffs. Bro. G. E. Balsbough, second Iowa City, re- turned from Chicago, 6pent a short time in Iowa City with friends before taking up his new assign- ment. Bro. C. K. Leimbach bid in first Iowa City, vice Bro. Hibbs, who went to Des Moines as dispatcher. Cert. 341. West Iowa Division — We have a very good line-up now and prospects are good for more. If we will all get busy and do our part, we can have a solid line-up. I surely will do mine. For local chairman we have Bro. H. M. Han- son, of Avoca, and Bro. Kuhn, of Iowa City. We hope the brothers along the line will help whoever is elected and take a personal interest. Get more life in things and everyone who can attend the meetings at Des Moines or Omaha, whichever is most convenient. It is to our inter- est as well as to the representatives’ to keep after the non and not let him rest until he is in line to help strengthen our organization. In reading the journal, you can see what the O. R. T. is doing on other roads — divisions solid, some nearly solid; their committees coming out with $5 and $10 raises, betterments in working conditions and shorter hours, because every mem- ber is loyal to the Order and works to his on interest as well as to others'. If you are working with a non, show him your card every half hour — it is good medicine — also leave your journal where he can get hold of it. If he once reads it, the stubbornness may be knocked out of him and cause him to join. No one seems to take interest enough in the write-ups to send me any news. It is impossible for the correspondent to keep in touch with all the changes that take place during the month, so please let me have some news by the twentieth of every month. It will be much appreciated by all the members and also myself. All the section foremen on this division were called into the roadmaster’s office recently for an examination. Boys, you are not helping yourself or the dis- patcher either when he has to ring you for half an hour. You only have to work nine hours, so cut out the sleeping and attend strictly to business. L. E. H., Cert. 1449. Dakota Division — Bro. McNeilly, third Dows, off to Kentucky two weeks, was relieved by Mr. Lathrop, later by Mr. Mikesall, a new man from the East. Mr. Waldo, from Trenton, appointed trainmas- ter on lines east of Estherville, was taken oft after a month to reduce expenses. Iowa Falls remained on the Dakota Division three days, when it was again put back in the Minnesota. Estherville third, taken off four days, has been put back again. Bro. Ensley, second Dows, is there temporarily. Bro. Branderberg, first Esther- ville, who resigned when reduction was made there, is now in Minneapolis. Bro. Odegard is now on first and Bro. Carey on second Esther- ville. The dispatchers have been put on a nine-hour basis. Knight and Morse are working from 9 a. m. until 6 p. m., Broms from 6 p. m. until 3 a. m., and Orvis from midnight until 9 a. m. The chief dispatcher was off a few days recently, re- lieved by Mr. Morse. Agent Hilton, Lismore, is on sixty days* vaca- tion. Agent Hatch, Hardwick, while in Chicago a few days, was relieved by Mr. Stevens, Luverne. Pace, Sibley, resigned. Send me the news, boys, especially on the Gow- rie line. If we are going to have a write-up, you will all have to help, for one man can not do it alone. Send the news to Box 377, Dows, Iowa. C. C. Ensley, Div. Cor. General Telegraph Offices — Bro. Meador, local chairman Oklahoma division and delegate to Baltimore, made an appreciated call at Topeka on March 9th and 10th, and attended the club meeting Sunday night. Meador is a live wire, and we hope to have the pleasure of hi« attendance again. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 663 We arc all pleased with the election of Bro. Powell to represent the general telegraph offices at BVi.more. Bro. Carver, of Topeka, is planning a trip East this summer, taking in Washington, Niagara Falls, Buffalo and Philadelphia, his old home. Bro. Ehrhaft has been off sick for a month. Bro. Reed, of Des Moines, has been off some time with the grippe. We hope they will soon be able to return to work. Bro. T. J. Baxter, of Des Moines, spent Easter with friends at Davenport. The printer between Chicago and Des Moines was out of business during the recent rain and snow storm. We understand Manager Hamilton has a regular kindergarten around the office at such times. We extend greetings and congratulations to our new local chairman, Bro. J. L. Halpin. The recent election called out more interest and enthusiasm than any previous one, with the best of good feeling existing. The defeated candidates were the first to congratulate and promise their support to the victors. It is this spirit and evidence of fraternalism that make our Order what it is. We all extend our sympathy to Bro. Brown in his illness, and hope he will be out soon again. Bro. DeCarmo lost all of his furniture when his home was destroyed by fire recently, but, for- tunately, it was amply insured. Cert. 413. The writer attended one of the “KI” club meet- ings recently and learned more real unionism and what it means than in twelve years that I have been content to pay my dues and let the other fellows do the hustling. They are all up to date up there with one or two exceptions. The O. R. T., by increasing their salaries, etc., did more for these two fellows than anyone else, yet they are unwilling to stand up like men and bear their share of the burden. Find out from the "KI” bunch when the next meeting is boys, and all try to be there and show them that all the live wires are not strung in Topeka. Slippery Sam. Oklahoma Division — The meeting at El Reno, March aad, was extra well attended, and we had a very interesting meet- ing. General Chairman Brown was ill and unable to be with us. The Panhoma local was put on the system of issuing termcards at 50 cents for six months, payable in advance. This is in line with the rest of the locals on the Rock Island. The charter membership of the club is seven- teen. The up-to-date brothers who do not hold cards in the club are all requested to come out to the meetings just the same as heretofore. The card system was put on to equalize the cost of holding meetings. The Southern Hotel there gives us the use of the parlor free, but the attendance has increased to such an extent that we will be obliged to obtain the hall of some other order in which to hold meetings and the members wlu> hold cards are to bear this expense. The writer attended the March meeting of the Topeka O. R. T. Club, and was royally treated by the brothers there, especially Bros. Stover and Powell. They all earnestly request members of the Panhoma Club to attend their meetings General Chairman Smith, of the U. P., gave us the benefit of his experience in securing the last schedule on that line, which was of great benefit to us all. Bro. J. W. McGonagle bid in Ren f row agency and Bro. J. M. Howell, second Enid, vice Bro. J. A. Boyle, car distributor Pan Handle Division. It is Bro. P. V. Heinen at Okarche again. Among those who attended the meeting on March 22d were: Bros. Hightower, of King- fisher, Rugh and A. W. Siever, of Comanche; Bros. Howel and Murphy, of Rush Springs; Meador, of Minco; Adams, of Yukon; Douglas, of Bridgeport; DeWitt, of Geary; Nichols, of Greenfield, and “Zcke.” Bro. Mathews, of Chickasha was absent owing to the illness of his wife, and Bro. Upson, on account of having to attend the meeting at Bridgeport on the 23d. Stations recently opened: Carnegie, Rush Springs and VVaukomis; tricks opened: Hennessey, Lawton, Duncan, Concho, Pond Creek, Comanche and Enid. Pond Creek nights pulled off. The agents at Hastings, Geronimo, Faxon. Chattanooga, Carnegie and Okarche are not lined up yet. Don’t fail to remind them of it when- ever you have the opportunity. They take too much of our money to pull anything over us, and need us fully as much as we need them. About the only employes not represented by committees are the nigger porters? That fact alone should keep the non on his metal. Boys, send your Telegrapher to some poor, ben:ghted non. Let him see himself as others see him. It is as good as ten letters. He may have the making of a real man in him, we ne/er can tell until we get a chance to bring it out. Any of the brothers wishing a membership card in the Panhoma Club send fifty cents to Bro. H. T. Snodgrass, 1008 West London, El Reno. He will issue your cards and send you a copy of the constitution as soon as they are received from the printers. Don’t fail to keep awake in regard to the Ladies’ Auxiliary. “No card, no favors! C. H. Meador. Pan Handle Division — Bro. Nichols was re-elected local chairman, and also elected delegate to Baltimore from the Pan Handle and L. T. Divisions. C. H. Armstrong was elected alternate. The semi-monthly pay law has been signed by the Governor and will take effect July 1st. The hospital bill failed to pass over the Governor’s veto and was killed. The full crew bill has passed both houses and is now up to the Governor. 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664 The Railroad Telegrapher. lines. This provision has done much to retard development in this Slate and should be repealed. If the branches become the property of the larger lines, then trunk Hne scale of pay will apply, but ‘as it is now, the smaller line rate "-of pay is fully twenty per cent lower than the trunk lines. There is a prospect of the postal department making a new contract with the railway line for handling the U. S. mail. The railways want more money for handling the parcel post and the in- creased cost of handling this business. The handling of U. S. mail at the smaller stations by the agent and man of all work, has been a source of complaint for years, coming just before and just after train time when a man has the work of three men to do for a short time, it is very an- noying to have to run to the post office and wait for the P. M. to tie up the mail, while the dis- patcher is calling, and passengers aj-e complain- ing of the poor service. The solution of the whole thing is to have the new contract provide that the postal department will handle the mail instead of the railway company, then we will be relieved of it for good. There is a brisk de- mand for post offices just now and the department will have no trouble in getting all the help it needs. C. H. Armstrong, Box 984. Southern Division, Main Line — Pro. R. A. Moore has returned from Colorado and accepted Chico agency, vice Bro. H. W. Daw- son, resigned. Bro. E. L. Fitzgerrald bid in third Bridgeport, vice J. B. Shelton, transferred to Sugden agency, relieving Bro. H. W. VVaufford, transferred to Park Springs agency, vice Bro. J. YV. Allen, re- signed to enter the grocery business. \YTe wish him much success. Bro. YV'. E. YYroodson, accepted second Freight yards. Ft. YVorth, relieved on second Dallas Jet. by Bro. F. J. Jernigan. Our regular meeting was held March 23d, with the largest crowd ever. Bro. O. S. Daniel, first Ryan, was recently married. He was heartily greeted by the boys on his return. Every member of the division should send me all the items possible in order that we may have a good write-up. Cert. 1718. THE LONE NIGHT OPERATOR. By M. B. YV. In his little lamp-light office, Through the gloomy hours of njglit. Sits the lone night operator From eve ’til morning light. Listening close, with sharpened hearing. To what the sleepless sounders say; Talking with his wakeful neighbors In their stations far away. Converse with his far-off neighbors. Drives the dull night hours along; Though his duties and his orders All the while his memory throngs. Little knows the man or woman, Swiftly speeding o'er the rail. How the safety or the danger Depends on one who dare not fail. YVhile the operator, seated In his little lonely room, YVho’s mistaken of an order Sends a train to fearful doom. Kindly greet the operator. He is human, nothing else; Let some kind word, softly spoken. Serve his tired heart to bless. Oft he tires auswering questions, And his face looks as hard as stone. Though his heart within his bosom. Beats as softly as your own. Lake Shore A Michigan Southern Ry. Detroit Division — Bro. J. M. Hill bid in third Mortroe and L. M. Bowen Petersburg agency. Bro. Brady is on second Manchester, and Bro; J. YV. Sackett, third Vienna. S. D. Gay, clerk from Manchester, got Jas- per agency, vice L. M. Bowen, and C. A. Butler from Wyandotte freight office, secured the newly- created Strasburg agency. Bro. Ken rick, relieved Bro. Lowe on third Mon- roe a week. Bros. Humphreys and Hills taking first and second respectively. Mr. Snyder, a new man, is on second Tecumseh, vice Bro. S. Wilson, agent Coder, Napoleon re lieved by station man from Ida, on account of sickness. A new man bid in West Detroit second. Business on the double track and branches seems good. The first meeting since the holidays was held at Toledo, March 18th, with two sessions, one at 2:00 p. m. and one at 7:00 p. m. Cert. 373- Eastern Division — Bro. A. C. Davis, Angola third, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Emcrling and Bro. John Leo, Buffalo Creek third, relieved by a new man from the P. R. R. Bros. Gifford and Gross, I*. & E. crossing, were off a few days, relieved by Bro. Schroeder and Mr. Holland, Willoughby second, by H. BonnelL extra. Bro. A. C. Will, Dunkirk second, was off sick a few days. Bro. L. G. Hemmink, second West Seneca tower, while off a few days was relieved by Bro. Snyder. The meeting at Ashtabula, March 4th, to oovot the ballots of the recent election for local officers and delegates was attended by E. E. Smith, sec- retary and treasurer, Stoneboro; J. T. Beam, local chairman, Toledo; G. R. Smith, Detroit, and G. E. Kipp, Buffalo; also by Bros. B. A. Cobb, J. G. Frawley, C. W. Haden, T. J. Clancy, Gamon and Gifford. A very enjoyable evening was spent. More of the boys should attend the meetings and not leave it all to the old standbys, who atfend Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 665 every meeting, to arouse all the enthusiasm. Y\*e want to see some new faces on such occasions. I would also appreciate some assistance in the write-ups for The Telegrapher. Since I have been correspondent only three of the brothers have sent me any news. R- W those who can possibly get away can be assured that their presence will be thoroughly appreci- ated. It is to your interest to attend and discuss matters looking to better working conditions and better salary, which will in time put our profes- sion on a footing of which none of us need be ashamed. D. G. R., Cert. 928. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. Galesburg Division — On February 23d another enthusiastic and ex- ceedingly interesting meeting was held at Wood Hotel, Quincy. Fifteen of the brothers arrived on No. 7, but the meeting was delayed until 11:00 o'clock, awaiting the arrival of General Chairman Carder on the “K" line. Bro. Graves, in opening the meeting, paid a justly glowing tribute to our late brother and general chairmanT'and, in a few well-chosen words, explained the attitude of our departed brother in regard to solid organization, and impressed those present with the fact that if every membei would lend a helping hand, such a task would be an easy one. Bro. Carder, who has been very wisely chosen as our general chairman for the next two years, then addressed us, thanking the brothers for their support while serving as general secretary, and pledged himself to serve the Order and our inter- ests to the best of his ability. Bro. Carder is one of the few men who can say a great deal in a very few words, and our division is to be congratulated upon securing the services of such an efficient and capable brother to safeguard our affairs. Bro. R. H. Gray, Camp Point, a new member, spoke of the pleasure he felt in being one of us Such remarks are more than pleasing to hear. Short talks were also made by Bros. Willis, Gray, Armstrong, Jester, Frather, Dowell, J)olli- son, Sapp, Ogle, Ventres and Austin. Among the members present were: F. J. Graves, local chairman, Abingdon, 111.; V. H. Austin, Camp Point, 111.; D. G. Rixey, assistant local chairman, Peoria, 111.; G. A. Willis, assistant local chair- man, Golden, 111.; J. F. Carder, general chairman, Burlington, Iowa; E. G. Armstrong, Macomb, 111.; G. W. Gray, Quincy, 111.; R. H. Gray, Camp Point, 111.; M. K. Jester, Quincy, 111.; C. K. Prather, Prairie City, 111.; A. E. Dowell, Macomb, 111.; J. L. Dollison, Elmwood, 111.; A. Sapp, Ewbanks, 111.; T. P. Ogle, Paloma, 111.; G. Ven- tres, Goden, 111. Other classes of labor engaged in railroad work are watching, and the way to show them that we are growing stronger is for all the members who possibly can to attend the meetings on their divi- sions. A great many of the brothers who do not attend are often the ones who should* be inter- ested and are directly benefited by the success of the Order. Therefore, their presence will help out materially in creating an impression greatly in our favor. Each office will receive a notice as to when and where our monthly meetings will be held, and all Galesburg Division Notes — On March 12th your general committee elected Bro. J. F. Carder, Burlington, Iowa, general Ghairman, and Bro. J. H. Rogers, 717 N. Tenth street, general secretary and treasurer. With these two brothers at the helm, there is no reason why Division 130 should not continue to forge ahead and keep up our past excellent standard. There will be no meeting in May, as I expect to be in attendance at the Grand convention. We have no notes this month from the north end. Unless the news is sent in, a lot will be missed. We have Bro. Weller at Rushville; Bro. Jor- dan, Canton; Bro. Meyers, Lewistown; Bro. Goug- ler and Bro. Hendricks, Ipava. North we have Bro. Eyman and Bro. Rector. There is, however, a lot of work to do on this branch. Bro. McKown relieved Mr. Hopper, second Gra- ham, while sick. Bro. H. W. Kost was in “GO” on business, and Bro. Chinn spent Sunday recently with home folks. Bro. E. Adams, at “YD” a few nights, relieved Bro. Brothers and Bro. Williams, pending bul- letin, filled by Mr. Morrison. It is now Bro. R. E. Jordan, and we hope it will soon be Bro. Mahnesmith, Portal. I hope the delinquent brothers will remit at once. I thank the brothers of “GT” Division for the demonstration of their satisfaction with my ad- ministration rn re-electing me local chairman, and I shall endeavor to put forth my best efforts in your interests. F. J. Graves. L. C. Peoria Branch — Bro. D. M. McKown, extra agen^, relieved at Rushville agency on bid by Sam Fleisher, is now on second Farmington, vacated by Fleisher. Bro. Leon Antrim relieved Bro. J. W. Williams on second St. Augustine, who bid in Rockport agency. Bro. J. L. Dollison, Elmwood days, attended the Quincy meeting on March 23d. The working hours and poor connections prevented the others on this branch from attending. Bro. R. B. Bowers, wife and child were recent Galesburg visitors. The boys on this branch are lining up fast. Mr. Sleeter, C. & A., and Mr. Palmer, C. P. & St. L., local offices; Mr. Decker, L. E. & W., and Mr. McDonald, M. & St. L., will all be carrying cards shortly, and Peoria should soon be able to boast of £ telegraphers’ club. B. K. Quinn, who resigned from Galesburg re- lay last December, is now in the Northwestern Digitized by Google

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666 The Railroad Telegrapher. local offices, and we will soon have the pleasure of calling him "brother.” Bro. A. D. Farris, second Peoria yards, visited home folks at Macomb recently. He is becoming quite speedy in his new "bug.” Brothers, when a man comes to work in your office, on the wire or phone, send his name and certificate number to your local chairman at once. If he is not a member, keep after him until you land him. The best time to do this is when he first goes to work. That’s the only way to get the results which means members. D. G. R., Cert. 928. Aurora Division — Bro. Lamberson, of Neponset, while visiting his parents, was relieved by Bro. A. H. Ford. Mr. Jones, second Wyanet, while working in "AU” Aurora, was relieved by Mr. Lewton, from the Pennsy. Bro. Butler, third Wyanet, is being • relieved by N. C. Weaver, whose home is there. Bro. Tyler, of C. M. & St. P., relieved Bro. Marvel at Prophetstown, who is on the sick list. Bro. McGuire, of Streator, bid in third Zearing, vice N. C. Weaver. Mr. Sedgewick, second Zear- ing, resigned, relieved by Bro. Tyler, who later resigned, relieved by Bro. A. H. Ford. Bro. C. O. Jem, of Eola, bid in Mt. Morris, 111., agency. Recent assignments are: First Harlem avenue tower, Bro. F. M. Landon; second Harlem avenue tower, Bro. E. J. Gavney; third Harlem avenue tower, Bro. O. A. Rahr; second "U” block, Mrs. G. H. Gunkelman (protested); second *‘SY” Au- rora, Bro. C. E. Boydston; second Bristol tower, Mr. J. W. Kibler; second Polo, Bro. W. Leiber; second Malden, Bro. A. L. Dowding; second Wy- anet, Mr. G. W. Jackson; second Flag Center, C. E. Huckleberry. Bro. Boyle, Somonauk tower, off a few days, was relieved by F. H. Ford, of Buda. Cert. 14. Chicago Terminal Division — Bros. Murphy and Bansback, of Canal street tower, were relieved for a few days recently by Bro. Wegener, now on second Kedzie avenue tower, vice Bro. Straum, who is on the sick list. Bro. Dwyer has returned to Ashland avenue, after a week’s illness, relieved by Bro. Montgom- ery, relieved by J. H. Mumm. Bro. Gust has resigned third Kedzie avenue to accept another position, relieved on bid by Bro. Hachmeister, and he on first Kedzie on bid by Bro. Gannon, relieved on second Hawthorne by Mr. Rowe, a new man, pending bulletin. Mr. DcPatie, a new man, was on first Kedzie pending bids. Bro. H. S. Platt, switch tender at Western avenue, died recently after a short illness. Bro. Platt was for years towerman at the Panhandle crossing at Western avenue, and worked there until the tracks were elevated and the tower closed. He was a member of the Order for a number of years. Div. Cor. Hannibal Division — I wish to express my sincere thanks and appew- ciation to the members of this division for tbeir support in the recent election. We want to make this division one of the best, and in order to do so I must still have jrowr sup- port. I am ^greatly encouraged at the beginning of my admimstration to know the interest so many have taken in the work, and want to thank the brothers that so kindly assisted in th^ write-up this month. Bro. Palmer, of Viele, Iowa, was seen in his "Go Devil" greatly exceeding the speed limit early one morning recently, owing to the first visit of the stork at his home. T. J. Lowrie, C. D., on his annual duck bunt, was relieved by First Trick Dispatcher Sargent, and he by Mr. Herring, of second trick. Bro. Marks, second Louisiana, is touring the "Sunny South," relieved by Bro. Chipraan. Bro. Chipman bid in second Orchard Farm, and Bro. Rhoades, Kissinger nights, bid in third Ashburn. Bro. R. E. Cramer, who relieved Local Chair- man Mays while he attended the meeting of local chairmen at Omaha, was relieved by Clinton Mc- Call. Bro. Hamilton, agent Hawk Point, while off owing to the death of his brother, was relieved by Bro. J. J. Lue, who also relieved Bro. L. Wil- liams, agent Foley, a few days, and later relieved Bro. P. A. King, third Machens, visiting home folks at Silex, Mo. Bro. Lue also relieved Bro. Ed. Crooks, agent Montrose, a few days. Bro. Hackamack bid in New Truxton agency, and Bro. Wiiburn, Bclleflower nights, bid m Peruque agency, relieved by Bro. Landell, from Ashburn third. The latter and Sandusky are now on bulletin. Bro. ' Frank Draiman bid in Wever, Iowa, nights, relieved by Tal Gray temporarily. Callie Mays, Local Chairman. Hannibal Division Notes — George Beck, second Machena, is now a brother, and we hope to address Bud Gregory, on second Firma, by the same title shortly. In article 4 we find "fitness for position.” An official should fully exercise his rights in all such cases. While a firm believer in seniority, I do not think men unable to do the work should be placed in positions they can not fill simply because they bid on them. Too many of our young men know nothing whatever about station work, and apparently don’t want to know, yet they will bid on second-trick positions, knowing that they art supposed to take charge of the station at 4 p. m. and run it. Agents frequently have had extra men sent to their station who knew nothing at all about agency work. The younger men should be placed where they can prepare themselves for such work, because it is a case of "fitness for position," and our schedule calls for that very thing. Digitized by v^ooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 667 Miss Opal Hubbard, the only sister on this divi- sion, has been on third Orchard Farm for three years without receiving a letter asking “why” or “how,” which would indicate that her work, 4ike her card, is always up to date. In Bro. Callie. Mays we have the right material for local chairman, but he will not make a “howl- ing” success alone. Every member on this divi- sion should give him a helping hand. The writer has known Bro. Mays for years. He is a con- scientious gentleman and will give us efficient service if we all do our part. '‘The Burlington” is a strictly first-class rail- road, and the officials treat us right. We are looking for business, and will appreciate it if our brothers on other roads will, at least part of the time, make the notation on tickets or way-bills: “Via Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad.” We want every young non to get a card and give the company the best service possible. Make sobriety one of your cardinal principles. We will take up a just cause for any member, but can not afford to defend those who will violate the rules of the company. We must consider quality as well as quantity. Div. Cor. Brookfield Division — There are some few men on this division who seemingly do not understand that the Order has made their positions secure and secured for them a satisfactory remuneration. Such men should be denied the privileges and protection of the Order. It is not right that a person should receive something for which lie does not pay. If he pays nothing for the main- tenance of the Order, he should not expect any benefits. “No card, no favors,” is our motto, and we strongly advocate it. A new depot is under construction at Bevicr. H. Wright, third Lentner, on a few days’ vaca- tion, was relieved by Extra Shea. W. A. Slevens, second Palmyra Jet., while visiting relatives in Turney, was relieved by Extra Mathews. D. F. Smith, third Kidder, at home in Sit waits- villc, owing to illness, relieved by W. N. Mangle. Ed. Parsley, who worked in Brookfield a num- ber of years, is back there from a year’s sojourn in the West. We are glad to have him with us again. Harry Smith, agent Nettleton, was off a few days, relieved by W. R. Holt, and he on second days there by his brother, M. P., from Holt, also relieved W. R. while visiting relatives at Holt. E. E. Divinia, third Breckenridge, was relieved by E. E. Emerson while on a trip to New Or- leans. T. C. Potter is back on third Osborn, vice Ex- tra Schweikhaus. C. H. Shoup, first Hamilton, while duck hunt- ing on Grand River, was relieved by C. S. Stevens, and he by A. G. Mathews, with P. M. Mathews, of Kearney, on third. W. W. King has gone to the G. I. Third Turney and Palmyra Jet. are on bulletin. E. E. Emerson is on the former, pending bds. I. A. King, second Kearney, while visiting rela- tives in St. Joe, was relieved by J. C. Schweik* haus, who later relieved F. W. Saunders at Lib- erty a few days. F. W. McIntosh, second St. Catherine, visit- ing relatives in Des Moines, was relieved by C. J. Turner. Callao has been made a temporary all-night office, with Mr. Heller on third. The recent meeting at Cameron was not as well attended by the Burlington as by the Rock Island boys. The latter are wide awake and thor- oughly interested in the Order. Div. Cor. LoCrosse Division — Bro. J. H. Rogers, our newly elected local chairman has been elected general secretary and treasurer to succeed Bro. J. F. Carder, elected general chairman. I have been appointed local chairman for this division and will look after that office just the same as if it was a salaried job. There are a good many things that go to make a good division. The most important of which is that we all stick together. We can not expect to gain anything by one man bucking another. When the men work against each other it is high time to put -a stop to it and this is one thing that I am going to watch closely. You not only gain the ill will of the officials that your local chairman has to deal with but with the members also. Good organization will make everything go fine. I will stand by you in all that is right and help you at all times. I have been sick for some time but I expect to be on the running board again soon, and then we will try and liven things up again. It is my intention besides the monthly meeting at Dubuque to hold one meeting on the division every month, and I will expect as many of you to turn out as can possibly get away. These meetings are held for your benefit and all should attend who possibly can. There has not been enough spirit shown in these meetings in the past two or three years. If I can get the members of this division to turn out at these meetings in the way they should, we can have good speakers with us and make the evening enjoyable and all learn something new. There is no use asking the officers to come to a meeting to give us a talk unless we arc sure of a crowd. It is disappointing for a speaker to get up and face an audience of pos- sibly ten or fifteen members. Organization is what the men make it themselves and you must turn out at these meetings to learn what is going on in the O. R. T. Bear in mind boys, you will have plenty of notice of the meetings so as to get your transportation. Let’s make things lively and show the adjoining divisions that we have not crawled into a shell for the rest of our lives Yours fraternally, W. B. Schru.vk, L C. Digitized by Google

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668 The Railroad Telegrapher. LaCrosse Division Notes — Bro. C. E. Dodge, our local chairman, has re- signed at Dubuque, relieved by Bro. Fitz, relieved by Bro. W. Sandlin. Bro. J. H. Rogers, on committee work, was re- lieved by Bro. J. R. Garber, and he by Mr. Guthrie, extra. Bro. Elkins, while visiting his folks at “GO,” was relieved by Bro. Sandlin, Ex-Mayor of Bland- ing. Bro. R. H. Meili, second Galena Jet., bid in first Cassville, relieved by Bro. F. B. Desmond. Bro. Kircher is on second and Bro. M. B. Monti, third M. P. 275, on third Genoa, relieved by W. Wetterlin, a new man from Prescott. While attempting to get on a Great Western freight at East Dubuque, Bro. J. G. Lynch, Miner days, fell and broke his left arm in three places, but is now getting along nicely. Business on this division is very good and several east end crews have been called on to help with the rush. H. Heitman, second Cochrane, has resigned and gone into the livery business at Nelson, re- lieved by Bro. Mourning of third, relieved by Mr. Bielefeld. The telegraph office at Winona has been closed and the East Winona men are handling that busi- ness. Bro. Zepp is at East Winona, extra. E. G. Nash, of Winona, is relieving Lytle on second, regular man laying off. The company is building a new coal chute at Hast Dubuque and one at Prairie du Chien, and will discontinue the one at Cassville. Bro. Kelly, at Fountain City, has received ma- terial for a water tank there. Bro. Tucheck, second East Winona, bid in sec- ond South Jet. The company is having trouble on account of bad order cars not being promptly reported. Brothers, watch this closely and report promptly. The chief has plenty to do now as business is exceedingly heavy. The trick dispatchers also have their hands full, and we should try and help them out by answering our calls promptly. At- tending strictly to business is one of the things that helps the Order out. Agent W. II. Garber and wife, while visiting in Chicago, was relieved by Bro. W. E. Garber, of second, he by Bro. P. V. McCuc, second “JO,” relieved by H. C. Davis. Now let us all turn out and help our new local chairman, Bro. Schrunk, and make this division solid. Remember, he can’t do it alone, and unless we do our part nothing great can be expected. I wish to thank Bros. Kelly, Sterling and Likin*, for their assistance in this write-up. It is a hard matter to get news unless some of the boys send in a few notes each month. Cert. 426. St. Joseph Division — Several applications were sent in last month and if those who have promised conic in soon it will not be long until we will be solid on this division, as there arc very few nous left between St. Joseph and Council Bluffs. I. A. Gillis is back on second tower 46, after being off sick, relieved by Bro. C- G. Conard. who also relieved Bro. J. S. Gardner, second Ar- mour, off since February 10th, with pneumonia fever, and just able to return on March 24th. Bro. B. R. Newlon, who has the western land fever, was relieved by Bro. Walter Wilson, extra agent, who also relieved Bro. R. R. Field, agent Rushville, a few days while visiting home folks in Forest City, and later relieved Bro. I. E. Leonard, agent Andover, on vacation. Mr. Norris, East Leavenworth nights, visited Bro. A. E. Lee, of the R. I., and Bro. O. E- Whalen at Rushville, recently. Bro. R. C. Stewart, agent Westboro, off owing to sickness, relieved by Bro. P. A. Fewson, who also helped Agent Dooley at Tarkio, a few days. Agents on Grant City and Chariton branch, north of Davis City, got quite a little overtime the night of March 1st, on account of snow block- ade and blocking behind snowplow. Bro. U. G. Griffith, agent Davis City, while visiting at Chicago, where his son was injured and in the hospital, was relieved by Bro. Snyder, from Bethany. We are all glad to hear that Bro. Arnold was re-elected local chairman of this division. He asks that when bidding on a bulletin position you send a copy of your bid to him for his records, to check against report of applicants he receives from chief dispatcher, and also that we give him names and addresses with certificate and division numbers of any brother holding a card in some other division so he can be transferred to our division. Transfers help same as new members. It is now Bros. A. B. Stokes at Craig, and Henry Burnett at Dclphos. Bro. Walter Wilson has been transferred to us from Division 96. Bro. R. E. Hickman, Payne, is contemplating going into the patent medicine business with Mr. Huffer, of Hamburg. Local Chairman Arnold while in Omaha on the general election committee, also attending court at Sidney, Iowa, for the company, relieved at Hamburg, Iowa, by Bro. E. P. Stewart, of Hamburg. Brothers, it is very important that you pay up your dues now for the new term and keep in line. Your new officers needs your help to carry- on the good work that our deceased Bro. Lamb had lined up. Lqt us make 1913 the banner year on this division, our success depends entirely on our membership. Bro. F. A. Arnold, of Hamburg, was elected delegate to the Grand convention, to be held in Baltimore in May, and Bro. P. H. Gibbons alter- nate. Out of the fund collected on this division for Bro. Lamb, $21.10 was paid for flowers and the balance of $32.45, as voted by the general com- mittee in Omaha, was turned over to Mrs. Lamb for her personal use. J. H. Campbell, Jr., while relieving the agent at Andover, was relieved on third Curzons by F. W. Spreklemcyer, a new* man. Digitized by Google

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• The Railroad Telegrapher. 669 Bro. W. E. Hale, relieving the agent at Quit- man, was relieved at Phelps agency by Bro. D. T>. Cranor, from third Waldron. Bro. Chapman, agent Maitland, was relieved a few days by Bro. Fewson. L. A. Ridisill, bid in third Forbes. We thank Bros. O. E. Whalen, F. A. Arnold and L. V. Qckerman, fur assistance in this write up and if some more of the boys would help out just a little we would have a good write-up each month. Cert. 1227. Otlumua Divison — Bro. O. V. Dowlin, second West Burlington, lias resigned and gone to the W. l>. at Kansas City, relieved by Bro. F. C. Lister, pending bul- letin. Bro. Mehl, second Agency, has resigned to en- gage in other work, relieved on bid by Bro. M. J. Barnes, of third Woodburn, and he by Bro. R. A. Best, of Batavia, on bid. Bro. G. A. Lager, third New London, is on short leave, relieved by Bro. E. O. Browning, ex*ra. Bro. Lipps relieved your humble servant as agent Lockridge, while in Omaha on election mat- ters. Bro Roberts, agent Beckwith, has moved into his new home, recently purchased. Bro. Kennedy is back on second Fairfield, after being absent some time with fever. Bro. Straley, second Mt. Pleasant, visited home folks at -Thayer recently. It’s now Bro. P. L. Yates at Leslie. Give him the welcome hand, boys. We are very much gratified with the showing made in payment of dues. However, there are a few delinquents who should get in good standing and put themselves on the safe side. Remem- ber, when paying your M. B. D. assessments, to sign the slips with pen and ink, and attend to it at once, so you and your loved ones will have the protection that is due you and them. I wish to thank the members for their loyal support in my recent election as local chairman, and assure you that I will faithfully work for your interest and the welfare of the Order as a whole. However, I ask the assistance of every member on the division. If at any time you think you are unjustly dealt with, advise me, with all particulars, and I will gladly be of any assistance I can, and will see that your grievances are prop- erly taken care of. Any violations of schedule should be called to the attention of your local officials. The company wants us to do our work in a nice, plaasant and gentlemanly way, and they have the right to demand such service. Let’s keep the “Burlington Route” standard in mind — “willing- ness to serve” — and let’s show the public that the telegraphers of the system are up to date at all times, establish its reputation as the best road in the world, and show that O. K. T. members are men of the hour. There arc only a few nous left on the division, and we must keep eternally after them. Tell them over again and again what the Order has done for the fraternity, and remind them of the days of twelve hours’ work, no pay for overtime, care of switch and semaphore lights, liabilities of dis- charge without recourse, etc. With best wishes. Fraternally, E A. I ’•RANI*. Cicston Division — On Bro. Spencer’s return to Malvern, his re- lief. Bro. Bailey, relieved Bro. Barkus, on third there, who went to Villisca. Bro. Bishop, agent Orient, has returned from a thirty-day trip to Florida, relieved by Bro. H. E. Bailey. Assignments: Agent and telegrapher McPher- son, J. H. Hinthornc; second Hastings, F. L. Thompson; first Shenandoah, C. K. Stokes; third Prescott, C. W. Roberts; agency Bridgewater, Bro. S. E. Kilmer; agency Brooks, Bro. I. J. Gastello; first Red Oak, R. L. Gleason; first Glen- wood, W. B. Rush. Cert. 2690. Lincoln Division — I want to thank the brothers, through the col- umns of The Telegrapher, for their recent sup- port which elected me local chairman and dele- gate to the convention in May. I will try to serve you as you would have me serve, as I feel that my services as your local chairman the past year have been appreciated by the vote you gave me this time and hope to serve you as well the next two years. The local chairman meeting at Omaha on March 1 ath and 13th was attended by all local chairmen of Divison 130 except one, and good work done. Bro. J. F. Carder, 250*/$ South Central avenue, Burlington, Iowa, was elected general chairman; Bio. J. H. Rogers, 717 Tenth street, LaCrosse, Wis., general secretary and treasurer; Bro. F. J. Graves, Abingdon, 111., and E. A. Brand, Lock- ridge, Iowa, finance or auditing committee. J. J. Rose, Chicago; J. H. Rogers, LaCrosse, Wis.; E. F. Todd, Sandwich, 111.; \V. F. Denton, Sterling. Neb., and J. F. Carder, Burlington, Iowa, were ilccted as the general or schedule committee, and Bro. W. F. Denton was again elected vicc-general ciiai; man. The by-laws were revised somewhat, and a most important article was a commission of $1 to be paid each member securing a new member, which will be placed to his credit for the next-term dues; so if you get five members a term it will pay your next term’s dues. Get busy, boys, as we have quite a bunch to work upon yet. We are still initiating new members, and I am glad to say our present membership is at its high- est now, but let’s make it still higher. Do not forget to notify your local chairman or division correspondent of any news that you would like to see in The Telegrapher. Bro. II . L. Coggins is new at the business, but is willing and will make a good correspondent with a little Digitized by

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670 The Railroad Telegrapher. assistance. He is located at Aurora and works second trick there. Keep him posted. Do not fail to go after your neighbor, and use all fair means to make him see the light and get his signature to the necessary blanks. It will help you in your dues. Again thanking you for past favors, and wish* ing you success in securing new members this term, I am, Fraternally, P. H. Miller, L. C. Lincoln Division Notes — Bro. A. R. Foster, third Sutton, while off get* ting married, was relieved by H. E. Stayncr. V. H. Breeden and wife, of Fairmont, were recent Sunday visitors at Holstein. C. D. Woods, Aurora third, mentioned as a brother recently, changed his mind and is still a non. Bro. G. O. Vant, second Fairmont, is working to reduce the non list. Thanks. Bro. J. W. Shaw, first “GS” and division cor- respondent, has gone to his Montana homestead, relieved by Bro. P. H. Miller, third “GS,” and he by Mr. Goldbcrry, a traveling man, who for- merly worked at Waverly, on the Omaha division. Bro. B. F. Kaney, extra agent, who relieved Mr. Howells at Minden, on sick list, also relieved Bro. P. II. Miller while on committee work in Omaha. Bro. A. II. Teale, agent Friend, is in California on vacation. It’s now Bro. W. R. Ball, third Grand Island; J. B. Hill, second Crete; W. Peer, third York, and G. C. Rhoades, Emerald. Bro. Hayes relieved Mr. Temple while in “DS” office three weeks. Mr. Bailey, second Cushman, resigned, going to the farm; job under bulletin. Bro. T. A. Clark has gone to Virginia to farm, and Balderson, a new man, is on third Kencsaw. Bro. R. R. Harggctt, third Cushman, was a re- cent Omaha visitor. Bro. P. H. Miller was elected delegate and Bro. Dick Irvin alternate to the convention at Balti- more in May, representing the Lincoln and Omaha Divisions. Bro. E. A. Bourne was assigned Sutton agency, and J. Bonman Lyons agency. Bro. G. H. Vant, on vacation, was relieved by Extra Agent Bro. B. F. Kaney. Bro. E. Holmes was relieved at Friend by Mr. Thrapp. and he at Emerald by Nichols, second Cushman. Bro. G. C. Rhoades, Emerald, assigned second Cushman, and B. H. Balderson third Kenesaw. On bulletin: Sargent telegrapher and cashier; telegraphers at Emerald and Clay Center, and sec- ond extra agent Lincoln Division. Omaha Divi- sion bulletins agencies at Dixon and Goodwin, •xtra agency Omaha Division, third Ashland and South Omaha. Bro. V. D. Chidestcr, relieving Mr. Waters at Huntley, was relieved at Marquette on bid by Mr. Haupt, from Ord. Bro. F. B. Walahan, Clay Center, while o ft owing to the illness of hia wife, was relieved by Helper Kimber, of Central City. Explain to the nons how much smoother things run and how much more you can get an O. R. C. or a B. of R. T. to do for us when we carry an up to data. Let’s use all the means wa #an to make this division solid. As I seem to have inherited this job aa divi- sion correspondent, whenever anyone is off for a day or so, call me up or drop me a note, and it will be greatly appreciated. Don’t know what I would have done this month if it hadn’t been for “Pete” at “GS” and “RX” at “NI.” Div. Cor., Cert. 2695. IVymore Division — Bro. Daily bid in Concordia, relieved by Bro. Haley at Pawnee. Bro. A. M. Russell takes Salem nights, and Mr. Zeigler got Chester. Bro. C. C. Logan transferred from Thompson to Strang, Bro. W. F. Stewart from Verdon to Roca, and Bro. F. A. Anderson from Rulo second to Preston- agency. » Bro. A. H. Swan, Roca, has moved to his Colorado ranch; Bro. Antrim, Strang, has left the sri vice, and Bro. Dempsey, Preston, has trans- ferred to the Sheridan Division. We thus lose three good members, and we must round up at least three more to take their places. Mr. Hetherington, agent Helvey, is on vacation, and Mr. Ocker, agent Edgar, on leave, relieved by Bro. Grimes. It is now Bro. J. T. Campbell, agent Hebron. Paste the address of our new general secretary and treasurer — Bro. J. H. Rogers, Jr., 717 North Tenth street, LaCrosse, Wis. — in your hat and let it remind you who have not yet paid your dues to do so at once. Don’t jeopardize your own inter- ests by putting it off any longer and keep someone busy asking you to remit. Ockcrman, nights at Firth, gives as his reason for not joining that he received no increase last fall. Wonder if he expects us to buy him in the Order. Keep up the good work on the non; he will come our way after awhile. Don’t get discour- aged if he turns you down several times before he gives up. It's hard for a man to acknowledge that he is wrong, but they all do so sooner or later. Remember our motto, “No card, no favora,” and “come across’’ with some items next time. Div. Co*. Sheridan Division — C. W. Sheldon, from Alger, attended the re- cent Masonic meeting at Evanston, Wyo. Bro. Richardson, cashier Newcastle, has re signed, and will go back East. We all wish him success. This job, which pays $95.00 will soon be on bid and will be a good place for some of the brothers. Bro. G. E. Pollard, from Newcastle, will take a sixty-day leave next month and go into the store department as fuel inspector. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 671 E. W. Atchison, who bid in Dewey, will be with us next month. Bro. Fetter's wife and two little twin daughters, of Moorcroft, are visiting back home in Kansas. Bro. McKerchar, of Gillette attended the re- cent meeting of the general committee in Omaha, relieved by Bro. Pulver, from the Northern Pacific. We hope we can keep him on this division. Bro. Dempsey, a new man, is on third Ulm. Bro. A. E. Bietel, agent at Ranchester, has re- signed and is dispatching in Sheridan. He is a prince and a worker for the Order. Bro. J. E. Wham, from Ranchester, relieved Bro. R. G. Burt, at Manderson, who is, going to his dry farm near Gillette. Bro. J. E. Gordon is at Ranchester nights, pending reinstatement at Ionia, where he was relieved by Mr. Engstrom, relieved at Grey- bull on bid by Bro. Soderburg, from East Bridgcr, bid in by G. W. Burns, from Alger. Bro. Snyder, of Powell, was relieved on vaca- tion by Bro. Scott, who later went to Ulm a few days and then to Moorcroft third. Sister Sbaughnessy, cashier at Basin, is re- lieving the agent at Lodge Grass on vacation. Mrs. G. K. Htflley, formerly Sister Ada Norton, is visiting her father, Bro. O. G. Norton, at Gar- land. Halley is our good-natured division line- man with headquarters at Sheridan. Bro. Tulley Stansbury, at Arvada, broke his finger recently. He broke his ankle last summer while trying to steal second on the Ranchester .team. Bro. Jack Vacek, at Thermopolis, will be busier than ever when operations on the new line are started. Brothers of the Sheridan Division, you have seen fit to make me your local chairman and I propose to have a write-up every month, to show •that the organization is in existence on thi$ divi- sion. If you fellows between Sheridan and Bill- ings will send any news items you get to Bro. S. L. Young, at Wyola, and you fellows on the branch send your notes to Bro. Lee Snyder, at Powell, I will take care of the line from Sheridan to Edgemont, and we can have a good write-up each month. I attended the recent meeting of the general committee at Omaha, where we elected Bro. J. F. Carder, our competent general secretary and treas- urer, as general chairman, vice Bro. Lamb, de- ceased. Bro. Carder has his heart and soul in making this the best division in the country and he will do it too. Bro. J. H. Rogers was elected general secretary and treasurer, in place of Bro. Carder and Bro. W. F. Denton was re-elected assistant general chairman. With this line up, the division should go ahead in fine shape, and the brothers should give them all the support they can in remitting dues promptly and being on the job generally. I appreciate your electing me local chairman and will be with you all to the last ditch. Jog up the nons and I will also get after them, and let's see if we can’t make this division solid. Fraternally, A. D. McKerchar, L. C. McCook Division — Recent assignments: Bro. A. I. Cole, Haigler agency; Bro. L. H. Westmoreland, second Haigler. Bro. H. R. Weyl has gone to Laird, relieved at Holdrege by Bro. Knopp. Bro. C. R. Bauer, has returned to second Ox- ford after being at McCook and Benkleman re- cently. Bro. C. C. Feilds, is on second Akron. Bro. A. Fredrickson, second Trenton, off on homestead, relieved by Mr. Weiser, from D. & R. G., and Bro. Watts, third Otis, on vacation, relieved by Mr. Carty. Sister Mathis is back at Xenia from a visit to homefolks in Texas. Bro. P. M. Green, extra agent, from Laid, re- lieved Bro. C. R. Hunt, while he attended the general committee meeting at Omaha. Bro. C. L. Schudder, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. P. M. Green, at Palisade. Bro. E. P. Sweeney, agent Lyons, was a Den- ver visitor recently. Brothers, we now have a new general chairman and new secretary and treasurer, both are old heads on Division 130, who will keep the good of the Order ahead of everything else, and we must assist them to the best of our ability. We had a harmonious meeting at Omaha, and the good of No. 130 was in each local chairman's heart. I wish more of the brothers would try to get out to the meetings we hold at McCook and else- where along the division. It is very disheartening to go so far and just a few of the faithful be there. Of course we know some can not come, but others do not seem to try to attend. There was a very good crowd at McCook on March 10th, and some very important business was transacted. If the others who did not attend had been there, they would have known just what was being done to help the brothers on this divi- sion. We hope all will look at the business trans- acted as we who were there did. Bro. G. B. P. Towle, of Heartwell, lost all his household goods recently in a fire that destroyed the depot and several business houses there. Sev- eral of the brothers chipped in and made up a fund to help him start again. If some of the brothers do not wake up and send me some news items I am sure we will be rather slim in the write-ups, as Bro. Sanborn was the only one who contributed an item this time. Yours Fraternally, C. R. Hunt, L. C. Colorado & Southern Railway Division — Write-ups in the journal are appreciated and helpful in many ways, and we should have one every month. The present year is full of events. As divi- sion No. 150, C. & 3., we suffered the loss of our G. §. & T., Bro. E. E. Hill, deceased, fol- lowing which our local chairman, H. L. Evans, left us taking a better position with the Burling- ton, at Yuma, Colo. We were then transferred D tized by Google

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672 The Railroad Telegrapher. to Division No. 130, and with its help we have again managed ‘to get on our feet. Bro. Cavenah, at Tobasco, Colo., was appointed local chairman, and we all appreciate his work. He promises to be a valuable man and this district has already pros- pered through his work. We all know we should have increased wages, but the only way to get them is through thorough organization. This is why the trainmen are draw- ing such good salaries. Train dispatchers we are working with have been raised $30.00 in the last five years; the car repairers have received a raise of one and one-half cents per hour, effective January 1, 1913, also all had annual passes while the telegraphers and agents were slightly raised in 1910, after getting well organized and going after it Therefore, everyone should get in line and get what we are rightfully entitled to. Everyone that is in should stay in and not forget to pay his dues promptly, even at a small sacri- fice if necessary. In the end it will all come back to us in the form of better salaries. Every member should get after the new man. If we all do that, we can soon show 95 per cent or better, and get what we go after. There will be no extra assessments for schedule work, the only thing asked of the nons is “hold out $8.50 of this pay and join us.” There must be something very wrong with one who will not do so. Our local chairman in this district has been unable, to get out among the boys but they have all received letters from him. He has secured several members and several have been transferred through his efforts, but we are still short of the mark we must make to have the officials notice us. Bro. Cavenah thanks those who have been so much help to him. Bro. Branson, Clayton; Bro. Grisell, Sou. Jet.; Bro. Barnes, Ludlow, and Bro. Holmes, at Trinidad, have all been working hard and also many others. There is continuous changing in positions and our local chairman has had his hands full keep- ing track of nons and delinquent members. Bro. Brown was transferred from Sou. Jet. to Concord, relieved by Mr. Busch, from Trinidad. Bro. T. E. Wilson, a new member, relieved C. Q. Adams, who went to Trinidad a few days and then resigned. Mr. Laughlin and Mr. Henry are now at Clay- ton. We hope they will stick and be some help to us. Any other changes not mentioned here is due to not being reported to the local chairman by the brothers. Brothers along the line kindly keep the L. C. advised in order to have a good write- up each' month, as well as keeping posted on the nons working among us. Bro. G. D. Ricketts, agent at Berwind, went to Denver to undergo an operation and touch up some of the nons, relieved by Mr. Huppert, for- merly at Clayton, and later on “HO” second. Let your local chairman hear from you occa- sionally, it helps him more than you think. Fraternally, Cmt. 3894. Atlantic Coast Line Ry. First Division , Fayetteville District — Considerable moving around this month, and much uncertainty as to who will lose out on ac- count of putting into operation the automatic signals between Rocky Mount and Selma. Two men were cut off at Wilson and one at Lucama on account of the automatic block. Bro. Taylor, at Wilson, will continue at school until the close of the term there, then claim his seniority rights. Bro. Montague is working extra there, as he does not wish to leave Wilson if he can help it. Yard crews are copying orders at Wilson — the largest point in eastern Carolina being given the service of a flag station. Bro. D. P. Spell, Sellers agency, bid in Benson agency, vice Bro. Barber, transferred to Hope Mills, first, relieving Bro. R. E. L. Woodell, who bid in third Parkton. Bro. R. B. Hutson relieved at Sellers, while it was on bulletin. Bro. L. F. Ellis, clerk-telegrapher Clio, bid in Rennert agency, vice Bro. W. L. Alston, trans- ferred to Sellers. Second Micro closed, and Bro. L. R. Hales transferred to Kenly on bid; third vacant, owing to Bro. Bailey's misfortune. Bro. H. R. Berry from Rowland third to Hamer second; L. T. Glover, extra, to Pembroke second on bid, succeeding L. R. Lamm, who did not need the O. R. T. He’s hunting a job now. Pembroke agency on bulletin, vice Bro. Scott, acting cashier at Dillon for thirty days while Bro. O. O. Fowler is in Charleston hospital for an operation. Seventh Pee Dee and W. N. tower also on bulletin. Bro. A. D. Leet, - Division 14, assigned second Beard, and wilt be transferred to Division 132. Just as soon as y?u hear of a new man on the district, if a member, get his certificate and divi- sion number and date to which his dues are paid, and advise the local chairman or Bro. Williams, so he may be transferred. Preparations are being made for tracking from Selma to Parkton. The company recently placed one of the largest equipment orders ever placed at one time by a Southern road, including twelve steel coaches, and it is understood that certain portions of the road are to be practically rebuilt. The new quarry near Elm City is to furnish the crushed stone for rock-ballasting the line as far south as Florence, S. C., and all rail lighter than 75-pound is to be taken up and relaid with 80 or 85-pound. Bro. G. G. Tuttle has been assigned first Park- ton, to assist the agent, Bro. Hall, until the first of May. Bro. D. G. Burden, second Latta, on his honey- moon, was relieved by E. C. Campbell, a commer- cial man from the North, who is now relieving Bro. M. F. Feathers, first Pembroke, serving fifteen days for using the main line to test out his “speeder.” The management authorized a five per cent raise for the non-organized employes on the dis- trict, including clerks, etc., effective March 1st Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 673 The telegraphers are expecting considerably more than double this percentage. We are glad that Bro. Bridgers was re-elected loeal chairman, and earnestly request the members to give him their loyal support for the coming two years. Let*s all pull together regardless of whether the man of your choice was elected or not. Understand the general committee will soon return to Wilmington, and hope it will be able to secure annual passes and fifteen days* leave of absence with pay. We wish to congratulate Bro. Fred Boswell upon his election to the Baltimore convention. He has been one of our faithful workers and deserves all the pleasures the delegates to the convention can find time to take while in attendance. We certainly hope every member on the dis- trict will do his best, so there can be no com- plaint made to the committee while it is in Wil- mington. In times past numerous things have been charged against the telegraphers as having been done or left undone. Let’s see that there is no cause for this to happen again. We are glad to note the promotion of Bro. E. L. McDonald to the Fayetteville freight agency. This leaves Rocky Mount agency on the district filled by a non. We must see to it that all teleg- tapiiers and agents become members at once. Div. Cos. LET’S. Let’s be more earnest, beginning today; Earnest in labor and earnest in play; Earnest in action and earnest in thought, Doing and thinking the things that we ought. Let’s each be earnestly honest with each; Let’s be sincere and well-meaning in speech; Let’s know so very much, worth while and clean, We’ll never talk about anything mean. Let’s be so busy we’ll never have time For deeds that belittle, tales that begrime. On our own tasks let’s all be so intent TKere’U be no moment unworthily spent. Let’s find so much that’s uplifting and kind, Wise and constructive to busy the mind; That thoughts suspicious, unfriendly and wrong Can not have lodgment and can not belong. Now, each one of us has some duties to do — Can’t do them and those of other folks too; So let's do our own, and with all our might, Talk the O. R. T. to the nons in sight. True, there be neighbors with motes in their eyes; Let’s be consistent and not criticise. True, there be many afflicted with flaws; But let’s not judge them because — well, because. “TJ,” at “CO.” First Division, Norfolk District — Bro. Parker, our very efficient local chairman, went over the district in February and landed nearly all the nons, and is expecting to get all the remaining ones in a short while whom we care to welcome into the Order as brothers. A few of the members failed to vote for Bro. Parker as delegate to the Baltimore convention. This district was entitled to the delegate this year, as the Richmond District had it last time, but Bro. McCotter, of that district, got the major- ity of votes and was elected. Bro. Moore, acting as agent at Kingsboro while on bulletin, vice Mr. Storey, who goes to the extra list. D. F. Eure is relieving Bro. Moore on second Kingsboro. Bro. G. H. Halt relieved Bro. Bailey at Hob- good while he attended the convention of the W. O. W. in Asheville, N. C. Bro. S. E. Hines, of Oak City, is in Baltimore having his eyes treated. We sincerely hope he will soon recover and return to work. He is being relieved by Bro. J. B. Edmundson, regular relief agent. Bro. G. C. Blow has been assigned regular third trick dispatcher’s position in Tarboro, and Bro. B. G. Cowan, second trick in the Norfolk dispatcher’s office. Bro. H. T. Harrell assigned second South Tunis, and third there is on bid, filled by Mr. Downs, extra. The telephones are now working through over here, but the dispatchers are not using them yet. One dispatcher at a time is being sent to Rocky Mount to learn to handle business over the phones. Our members are not very enthusiastic over their installation. Div. Coa. First Division , Wilmington District — Bro. Jones was elected local chairman on this district and he is just the man for the place. Bro. Toon was elected delegate to the Baltimore convention and will make a good representative. He comes from the stock of which good delegates are made, namely, Roberson County, Presbyterian. Bro. P. H. Barfield, Mount Olive first, has been assigned to Pikeville agency, vice Bro. Smith. Mount Olive first and Navassa first are now on bulletin. J. P. White, third Smith’s Creek yard, assigned third Warsaw-. Mr. White should get a card. Bro. H. J. Jones, after being on second White- ville two years, was laid off on account of not being able to stand the examination in the relief department. Understand the Norfolk Southern is after him, but are not offering him enough salary as an inducement. We are glad to welcome into our ranks this month Bros. Dyke, Brooke, Thompson, of “D” office, Wilmington, leaving only two nons in that office, and hope to soon see it fcolid. Another trick is on bulletin there, and we hope one of the brothers out on the line will get it. Get busy, brothers, and let’s see if we can’t get the district in better shape. The express business is getting so heavy now that it takes extra trains to handle it. We should therefore do all we can while business is good to get things coming our way by getting in the nons. Div. Cor. Digitized by * Div. Cor. ,C.oo< te

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674 The Railroad Telegrapher. - Second Division, Charleston District-— Now that we have elected Bro. Gandy as local chairman to succeed Bro. Wells, it is our duty to render him all the support possible. I sincerely hope every member on the district will use every effort possible to get in the remaining non-members and make the district solid before the committee finishes its work in Wilmington. Very few of the members realize what a new local chairman is up against when he takes charge of a district, but Bro. Gandy has the grit and get-up to him, and, with our help, he will soon be able to in- crease the percentage on this district. Bro. O. F. Klintworth, agent Mount Holly, has been given trick at Orangeburg on the Columbia District. St. Stephen agency was bid in by F. S. Barnes, from Johns Island, Mr. Wilder, the oldest man in point of seniority, preferring the first trick there, Bro. Lorenz bidding in second and Bro. Lawson, from Ashley Jet., third. This point is now the north end of double track and a heavy office. Effingham first opened to relieve the agent, Bro. Smith, of the telegraph work. An extra man was also put on at Green Pond, and both positions are on bulletin; also Lanes third, Mr. Wall being in bad health and having asked to be put on the extra list. The new bulletin cards should show the assign ments, as we often remain in the dark after vacancies are filled, having bid on them, but only hearing by accident who got the job. Remember we must make this district solid by May iath, so that Bro. Williams, who is one of our representatives to the Baltimore convention, can make a good report. If any brother has been slighted in these changes it will be owing to the fact that they have not been reported to me. Div. Cor. Third Division, Gainesville District — I wish to thank my brothers on this district for standing by me in the election, and sending me to Baltimore to the convention, also for electing me local chairman again. I appreciate it more than I can ever tell. I will do the best I can as local chairman, and also do my duty as a dele gate to the convention. I am proud to say that we made a wonderful showing on my district last year, but want to do even Better this year, and to do this I must have the support of every brother on the line. Let everyone make himself an organizer and keep after the nons and the delinquent members until you get them in. I have this year so far secured five applications. Now everyone could do this by going to see the nons and writing them, and I am sure any brother on this district could have done the same had he gone out after them. Now let me beg you to do this. You can always find time to go to “Jax.” or some other place to stay the day or night, on a pleasure trip, now find time to go out and get some of our hard shell nons. We are getting awfully tired of the nons on this district. Let us make an extra effort to get them in the Order. If you knew how anxious I am to get this district solid you could not keep from helping me get them. Let’s all hustle and get our district solid. That will certainly look good to me and to Bro. Williams. I feel that we are going to do this, so get busy, boys, and help me. Fraternally yours, M. H. Martin, L. C Third Dixnsion , Gainesville District and Jackson- ville Terminal — The boys on this district are very proud to know that we elected our local chairman as delegate to the Baltimore convention. We know that he will represent us faithfully and hold up his end of the job in fine shape. Bro. Martin had to return to work from an organizing trip before he got very far, but he secured quite a number of applications in the short time he was out, and if he could have covered the entire district would probably have made nearly a clean sweep. ' Bro. H. B. Pierce relieved Bro. Lee on Jack- sonville yard first, who left the office without per- mission. Bro. Pierce gets the job over the non from the Savannah District who thought he had it cinched. There is no seniority on the Jackson- ville terminal. Palatka first is now on bulletin. Nons can’t stay in that burg. Bro. N. McMaster, of Dunedin, was in Palatka recently shaking hands with Local Chairman Martin. Bro. C. P. Moore, of Palatka, is now on the sick list. We hope he will soon be out again. Bro. L. W. Lambert, of Ocala, has gone South. It is now Bros. Thompson and McGahagin, of Ocala, also J. S. Caine, at East Palatka. We welcome them into our Order and division. We hope to have more new members next month, as we all propose to go after the nons in great shape while our committee is negotiating for a new schedule, and Bro. Martin wishes to report in Baltimore that he has a solid district. Let every member help him. Pay up your dues and then try your very best to get the application of every non on the district. Five minutes of our time each day for a week devoted to this work by each member will accomplish it. Div. Cor. Third Division Lakeland District — To the Members of the Lakeland District: You have seen fit to elect me chairman of this district for the ensuing two years. I wish hereby to thank you for this expression of confidence in me, and to assure you that I shall put forth every effort within the limit of my ability to fill the office honorably; and I ask each member to co- operate with me in an endeavor to make our district solid. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 675 men lined up. They should be willing to join with us in an endeavor to make our organization as nearly perfect as possible. Keep hammering at the “hard shells’* and eventually we will get them. As I am acquainted with only a few of the boys, I ask that each member consider himself a committee of one, to see these nons and use every effort possible g to get their applications. If there is one in your office line him up or make it so hot for him he will want to move. If there are none in your office do what you can towards interesting the ones nearest you, and in a very short while our district will be practically solid. Bro. W. Brantley, of Crystal River, and Bro. E. W. Rountree, of Punta Gorda, have been ap- pointed assistant local chairmen of this district, both of whom are good workers and men of ability, and will be glad to give you any informa- tion or assistance possible. As our general committee is now in Wilmington looking after our interest, I ask that each member give his work the very closest attention by an- swering calls promptly, etc. After we have shown the officials that we are working for the interest of the company as well as our own, they will gradually become in sym- pathy with our organization. The splitting of our votes between the two candidates prevented our electing a delegate from our district to the Baltimore convention, but wc can be fully assured, nevertheless, that we will be ably represented by the successful candidate. Floral City agency is now on bulletin, vice Bro. W. E. Hondelette, resigned, and gone West. Clerk telegrapher, Dunnellon, was assigned to Bro. O. R. Hood, vice Bro. C. H. Van Epps, resigned. We regret very much losing him, as he was one of the hardest workers in the district. Not only in behalf of the organization, but for the company as well. Our very best wishes go with him wher- ever he goes. Martel and Dade City agencies are also on bulletin. It is now Bros. R. W. Edwards on second Trilby, and J. C. Whittaker, at Lakeland. I would like for all of the members to send me some news notes by the 15th of each month so we may have a monthly write-up in The Teleg- rapher. This will be a great help to me, which will be appreciated, as it will be impossible for me to gather sufficient news to give the district a general write-up each month without this co- operation from you. W. R. Lott, L. C. Third Division , Lakeland District Notes — Bro. W. Brantley decided he could not continue to serve us as local chairman, and by his request we elected Bro. W. R. Lott, of Trilby, to that office. Bro. Brantley has served us faithfully for six years, under circumstances and at times that would have tried the patience of the best of them. He had seen the district grow in membership steadily, and we have considerably less nons than when he took charge. We all wish him the large measure of success he deserves for faithful serv- ice he has performed. Bro. W. R. Lott, our newly elected local chair- man is practically a new man on the A. C. L., but he is not new in the work of the Order, having first joined our division in September, 1906, while on the Waycross District, and was later local chairman on the A. B. & A. So he has the* experience, and he will be eminently successful if every member on the district will rally to his support, and help him to make it Solid. Fifty to sixty members should certainly be able to con- vert eight or ten nons. J. E. Long filled the clerk-telegrapher position at Dunnellon, while on bulletin. Dean Trunell, a non-telegrapher, assistant agent Floral City, acted as agent there pending the ar- rival of Mr. Smith, relief agent, when it was made a two trick office. This is violation of the schedule, and will be investigated. A. J. Harnage has been assigned to Istachatta agency, relieving Mr. Miller. Floral City, Martel and Dade City agencies, and Croom third are now on bulletin. Remember, we must stand behind our local chairman and help him to make the district solid just as soon as possible. Be sure you are up to date yourself, and impress everyone with your z<*il and earnestness in behalf of our organization. D. C. Third Division, Jacksonville District — We all congratulate Bro. W. W. Tedder upon his re-election as local chairman and election as delegate to the Baltimore convention. Bro. Tedder has made us an excellent local chairman and the membership showed their appreciation by re-elect- ing him and sending him to Baltimore as our representative. Bro. A. W. Smith, agent De Leon Springs, was relieved by J. N. Ahik, of Taft, owing to some trouble in regard to a train order. Bro. W. J. Braddock, of De Land, bid in Au- burndale agency, vice Bro. P. E. Braddock. First and second Tampa, and second Haines City and Rands yard, are on bulletin. H. T. Morris has been assigned Green Cove Springs nights. ' Our committee will soon return to Wilmington to complete negotiations suspended in March. Div. Cor. C. C. C. & St. L. Ry. Cleveland Division — New members are coming in all the time, there are a very few delinquents, and it won’t be long until we will be solid. There are a few good men we can get if we just go after them in the right way. Every brother get the non next to him till they are all lined up. Bro. W. B. Elliott, third Harper, assigned first Ashley; Bro. M. J. Knapp, extra, assigned second Larue; Bro. W. W. Wildman, third East Linndale, to third Hiles; E. N. Maring, extra, to second Digitized by Google

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676 The Railroad Telegrapher. Linndale; T. W. Donnellan a trick at "M” office; A. G. Hill, second “DI;” Bro. W. H. Leonard, third Linndale, to third Clark Ave. ; G. E. Gehring, second "CF,” to third “BE;” T. W. Cook to third Crestline; P. F. Moyer, extra, to second Boyd; C. H. Rose to Shiloh days; J. T. Cleveland, extra, to third 'Larue; Bro. H. C. Cpnklin to sec- ond Ridgeway, and Bro. E. A. Reamer, extra, to second Harper. Your local chairman was assigned first Gallion, and Bro. G. E. Dodds second. Bro. J. F. McCartney, on vacation, relieved by Extra Maring, and Bro. Humphrey, third Vernon, off a few days, by Extra Edwards. Mr. Miller, third Edison, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Gallagher, from third St. James, and he by Extra H. Clutter. Bro. Artz is back from his honeymoon looking fine. Brothers, take an interest in the write-dp and send in items of interest. March 8th, the Erie held an open meeting at Marion, attended by a number of the Big Four boys. First Vice-President Newman gave a good talk on unipnism and the rapid growth of the O. R. T., especially the last ten years. The regular meeting of Division 138 and the Nickel Plate at Cleveland, March 12th, was also well attended. Bros. Mayer and Kiest gave us some very interesting talks, and as they are men who have been through the mill it was a treat to hear them. I wish to thank the brothers and all who helped out on the Willauer fund. Bro. Willauer’s dues are paid to the first of January, 1914, and the balance left over will be turned over to him as sood as it is all in. H. T. S. Cincinnati-S an dusky Division — Remember, boys, third Tuesday each month is the time, and Johnson Bldg., on West Main St., Springfield, Ohio, is the place, where the j oiliest lot of boys meet to transact business of this part of Division 138, O. R. T., also have a good time and a talk over the best methods of giving good service, thereby bettering our own condition. Our meeting, held on February 18th, was a corker. Not so much in point of numbers, although there was a good crowd in attendance, but the enthusiasm displayed. Among the brothers present at our last meeting were "Deacon” Smith, with his benevolent and smiling countenance, Bro. Moore, of Miamisburg, and Bro. Dewey Birthcsal, first East Sharon. Con e again, boys, and bring more with you. Bro. Gra- ham, our chief, says just drop him a line so he can lay in a good supply of weiners. We are glad to welcome back into our ranks again Bro. D. S. Harp, of London. Bro. Armstrong, our local chairman, has re- turned from the general committee conference in Chicago with Mr. Burnett, assistant to the vice- president. He reports the mission a success. "Red” goes after things in a dignified, gentlemanly manner that never fails. Long may he be our local chairman. Bro. McWilliams, second Urbana, backed his automobile out of the garage recently to take his wife on a joy ride, but after crushing the life out of a prize rooster and chasing Mrs. Me. all over the back lot and compelling her to take refuge at a neighbors he put the unruly thing away. Anyone wanting an auto cheap address him at Urbana as his wife positively refuses to go out with him. Bros. Corwin, first Huntsville, and Hendryx, first Urbana, are the “Damon and Pythias” of the Sandusky Division. They are inseparable, and can prove any old thing by each other. ' Glen Echo third bid in by Former Dispatcher R. D. Irwin, from C. H. & D. He expects to move his family to Fremont City, and will soon be Bro. Irwin. Bro. Neese, second Glen Echo, while off owing to the serious illness of his little son, was relieved by H. C. Butler, of Lilly Chapel, who will be Bro. Butler after this pay day. The nons who come here always leave wearing a button and a card tucked in their inside pocket. We are indebted to several of the brothers for items, including Bro. Smith, third East St., and Bro. Barnhart, of Myers, for the Columbus branch news, for all of. which we are duly thankful. Bro. Frank Raff wishes us to correct the state- ment in the February journal to the effect that he does not drink water. He does drink it when he can not get anything else. We are pleased to 'tnake the correction. W. J. Polley, third Silver Creek, relieved by Mr. Lowe, of Clyde, pending bids. Huntsville is solid again, as Bro. Watkins has taken out an up-to-date. Bro. Ropp, third Huntsville, is off sick, relieved by Mr. Williams, from the P. H. Div. Co*. Columbus Branch — Business is good, keeping the night owls awake and the service good, as our genial dispatcher "Jumbo” Crane, is a prince and too busy to be bothered with "horse, play” on the phone, so cut it out and attend strictly to business. Some of the O. C. engines we are using over here hold about enough water for Bro. Graham to make coffee in for an O. R. T. meeting. Mr. Compton, who bid in third Galloway, has started a barber shop there. Mr. Heflin bid in third Dennison Ave., relieved at Avenue by Mr. Bues, of Columbus, who resigned second Dennison Ave. some time ago. We hope to soon call him Bro. again. Mr. Scully, first London, was recently married. . We hope Mrs. S. will call his attention to the fact that all model husbands in this business protect their wives with first-class insurance in connection with an O. R. T. card, and there is none better on earth than our M. B. D. certificate. A. J. Lane, second London, has resigned and gone into the moving-picture business, relieved by R. R. Pleasant, from the dispatcher’s office. We suggest that a film showing a non walking into the pay car, drawing his increase in pay, secured by the O. R. T., to which he has contributed nothing, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 677 would be a great success. Bro. D. S. Harp, third London, spent Sunday with his parents at Green- ville, Ohio. Bro. J. R. Teach bid in second Myers, and Brb. Slagle bid in first Brooks, relieved on second there by a beginner. Hope he will start right by getting a card. Bro. Zellner is now on second Draw Bridge. Come, everyone, and help make it solid. Dad, Cert. 810. The good old journal you’ll get every month; You can take it to work instead of a lunch; Then you’ll look at the clock and see the time slip, While reading the news from Bro. Quick. Best regards to the boys all over the line; By the time you’ll see this I’ll have mine. With my up to date I’ll be flying high With the blonde-haired girl. So here’s good-bye. “XN” at “WR.” St. Louis Division East — While Bro. C. G. Parrott, second Duane, was moving his household goods to Terre Haute he was relieved by C. L. Baughman. Bro. W. K. Pinnell bid in second Sandford, and tyr. Dickerson third Embarrass, and Bro. G. O. Byrd extra. We are glad to have Guy with us again. Bro. H. M. Frakes is on second Waver while Bro. R. F. Sexton is doing the matrimonial stunt. Congratulations from all the boys. Bro. H. M. Frakes also relieved Bro. L. C. Moore a few days. Boys, send me some news. It is impossible for me to catch it all. Div. Cor., Cert. 981. NOTHING LIKE THE O. R. T. We have some jobs, they are mighty fine. On the St. Louis “Div.0 of the “Big Four” line. It’s eight hours to play and eight hours to rest, Just eight hours to work, when we do our best. The O. R. T. was the cause of it all; Our hours were long and our salary small. Now the good men all “see,” and don’t stand in the way. That it was the O. R. T. that raised our pay. W'hen you ask a non for his membership Just keep after him until he remits. They all say “broke” and “ain’t got the ‘raon,’ ” Tell ’em, “Come across; let the other bills run.” When their new card comes and they’re up to date, They’ll be after more nons and show them the rate. They’ll say: “It’s cheap and you won’t miss the price; The more favors you’ll get will be worth it twice.” Nons on our line are very slim; Keep right after them with courage and vim; Ten to one belong to the O. R. T. The other' one will give us a jubilee. We’ll have a banquet in the good old way, Invite our officials to come without pay; They’ll come to our affair, and all will be glad; We are dandy -good boys and never are bad. Nons, get a card and help up to hunch; When we have “doin’s” you’ll be in the bunch. Don’t stand back or hide from the rest, March to the front and all stand abreast. Green Bay & Western R. R. We have read numerous newspaper reports relative to the proposed sale of this line to the M. & St. L., but we seem to be still working for the old “Green Bay.” Bro. Ford, Algoma, recently enjoyed a few days at Milwaukee, relieved by Mr. Bush. Bro. Grinney, Sturgeon Bay, will take a trip to Milwaukee for a few days as soon as be can get a competent man to relieve him. The two brothers at Sturgeon Bay have had their hands full thi9 winter, owing to heavy business. Bro. Benrud, Forestville, recently took his bas- ket-ball team to the Sturgeon Bay for a game. “HI” has been the recipient of many valuable gifts lately; looks suspicious. Would thank a few more of the brothers to “come across” with a little news. Div. Cor. Fort Worth & Denver City R. R. Ft. W. & D. C. and W. V. Lines— Twenty-nine new members since January 1st looks pretty good, but it could be better if each brother would get after the non located near him. When a non lighls go right after him. A line to the secretary, at Quanah, will secure blanks and all necessary information. On my recent trip over the rqad I requested each one to contribute some news for the journal. So far I have received one. Considering the small effort to do this, it is very discouraging and does not show the proper interest. Boys, if we expect to make our division among the first, we must all do our part. Send any new9 items to the general secretary and treasurer, at Quanah, by the twentieth, and they will reach the journal in time for publication in the next issue. Four cards at Bowie. Bro. Puckett relieved Bro. Sparkman as agent at Alvord, relieving Bro. Durrett, who went to second and Bro. Kennington to third “DS,” Bro. Oliphant going to Arlington, Texas, with the T. & P. Three new faces at W. Falls. Delinquent Pyle is on third, Mr. Brilliand on second and Bro. McNeal on first., Mr. McKenzie resigned second to go with the Western Union. Bro. Hen- derson, first “WF,” is lading off thirty days. Mr. Fox, at Iowa Park, is still going to quit the railroad business, same as two years ago when asked to join. Digitized by Google

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678 The Railroad Telegrapher. A solid front from Electra to Acme, which in- cludes three at “RN,” three at Chillicothe, four at Quanah and three at Acme. We are glad to again welcome Bro. Sims, at Kirkland, with an up to date. At Estelline we have a solid three. Bro. Potts, first Quanah, recently returned from a trip to Denver. Bro. Stroup, from the Rock Island, who relieved him, went to second “MI.’* Bro. Huffmaster, at Giles, has transferred from 126. Bro. Herring, third Clarendon, while a» Wieh ita Falls as night ticket agent, was relieved by Bro. Kegley, of the H. & T. C. Goodnight and Claude arc solid. Kersey, at Ahiarillo, is still going to quit the railroad business, same as two years ago. Local Chairman Wheeler is temporarily at Fort Worth, relieved by Mr. Obl-yant. Five cards at Texline. Bro. Reynolds’ position has been abolished, the duties of yardmaster devolving upon Bro. Hen- derson, agent. The recent election of officers on the Ft. W. & D. C. and W. V. lines resulted as follows: L. S. Mcntzer, Childress, general chairman; S. L. Green- wood, Bowie, local chairman First and Second Divisions; G. H. Wheeler, Channing, local chair- man Third and Fourth Divisions; A. H. Plentl, Goree, local chairman W. V. Lines; C. E. Weaver, G. S. & T., Quanah; C. E. Weaver, delegate to the Baltimore convention. We wish to impress upon you the necessity of promptly remitting to the general secretary and treasurer, at Quanah, the $4 per capita levied on each member to promote our new schedule. Any member failing in this becomes delinquent the same as for non-payment of dues. I again urge each one of you to contribute news items for the journal by the twentieth of each month. Bro. A. E. Rummell, first cashier at Chillicothe, is on a sixty-day leave, relieved by Mr. Daugh- erty, from Childress. Cert. 43. Grand Trunk Western R. R. Stop! Look! Listen! Only seven dollars for a new card, you can not afford to be without one at that price. Sit right down now and write Bro. J. W. Case, Otterbum, Mich., add thirty cents to the above and you will have a $300.00 life insurance, to protect your family. Only one brother forwarded me any news this month. Our committee will soon be conferring with the new officials at Montreal and we expect good results as wc think we now have a very good and fair minded management. The few hanging out ought to get in line and help a little. The stringing of phone wires is now complete and the phones are being installed. Bro. Knowlton, Imlay City, has taken Pewamo agency, setting Bros. Shea and Wright up to day jobs. Bro. Hilderbridle, agent Goodells, while at Port Huron recently, was relieved by J. Crandle. The O. R. C. committee is back from Montreal and got back a good share of the conductors who were discharged. We arc glad of their success. Bro. L. C. McGuins is back at Haslett Park from the C. P., on account of the death of his father. N. E. Baker has been appointed general cignal supervisor Chicago Division, with headquarters at Battle Creek, Mich. Wc are all more than pleased with the work d«.;:e by Bro. P. A. Donaldson since being ap- pointed local chairman. , Bro. Geo. Flowers is now one of Emmett’s crack bowlers. Bro. Clifford spent Easter Sunday with his folks at Emmett. Bro. Wright, of Imlay City, spent a day 'in Wakclee, Mich., recently. Passenger Trainmaster Matthews, who has been sick, is convalescing. Bro. Thatcher, train wire man at Durand, has resigned, relieved by Mr. Taylor. Bro. Case, recently called to Holly, Mich., ow- ing to the illness of his father, was relieved by Mr. Culock, of Shaftsburg. The P. O. & N. Division is now about 98 ptr cent solid. We have only ten delinquents and part of them arc working on other roads. Pay your dues at once or your name will be left of the mailing list of The Telegrapher and you will forfeit your membership. Don’t wait btit act now. Recently a flagman was placed at Swartz Creek crossing. This will relieve the brothers there from flagging, but they still have the crossover switches to handle. Recent new members are Albert VanDikc, agent King’s Mills; Marin Freund, agent Wilcox, Mich; E. J. Cuddleback, Owossow, Mich.; H. T. Knowl- ton, Imlay City, and O. H. Hilderbridle. Organization will wipe, out child labor, ths crowning disgrace in the industrial history of our country, also a great deal of vice caused by the masters of sweatshops. Do not stand back and look on, but be men and help wipe out these two great disgraces of our country which is supposed to be free. Stub. Delaware and Hudson R. R. To all Members: Very few members, have paid their assessments to cover the cost of getting the recent increase and many of the nons have not paid their first months increase as they agreed to. The men on this road who are actually enjoy- ing more than 17 per cent increase over the salaries in effect when I became general chair- man, are certainly the most unappreciative lot of men I’ve ever heard of; we’ve put about $100,000.00 actual cash into your pockets in nearly four years, at a cost to of something less than $8,000.00 (presuming you had paid your portion which is very far indeed from being the case) and you are sitting back comfortably in your offices, enjoying these things, and enjoying the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 679 guarantee we give you that you will continue to do so, and letting the committeemen who have spent time and their own money to do it go with- out tbejr pay. It’s an old story with me, I’ve been through it before; all there is to it is: “be sure to get schedules often, be sure to get us good, substantial raises, be sure to get us a square deal on our grievances, be sure to stay on the ground until we are assured of these things, even if you have to mortgage your own home to do it, because you represent us and we depend upon you to do it and the company will not ‘come across’ unless you do; then, we will pay you if we want to, but we will not want to.” You can’t get any one else to work for you unless you pay them; I do not believe you could get into anything where you would profit as much as you do through the O. R. T. Then why, in the name of all that is good, are you so miserable and mean with your committeemen? Are you fair to us? Do you think you would do this kind of business with any one else? No; you would feel too small to pull this kind of stuff off on any one except on the general committee of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers. It may be that you think the sense of doing something for our fellowmen is sufficient compensation for us; that may be your idea, and doubtless is, but it as not curs; we expect fairness for you from the company, and you get it; we expect fairness from you in return and we are not getting it. You’ve got the money, there is no question about that; we got it for you and we spent our own money to get it for you too; we did this believing you were at last awake to your duty and would pay up when you saw the money coming in to you; we’ve lost our time, we’ve spent our money and we’ve got the money for you; like any other hired men, we expect our pay when our work is done and done well. Our men, who are the employers, admit that we’ve performed the service satisfactorily but they do not care to pSy. You fellows who owe any- thing, and who. are enjoying the increases we got for you in 1910 and 1913, think this over; should we have to get on our knees and humble ourselves to you in an endeavor to have you act like men and pay us? To the members on the road, who have paid promptly and fully, I’ve this to say, this is not aimed at you and will not hit you; further, if it were not for you there would have been nothing done here; it was because we felt a responsibility to you, and were impressed with a sense of fairness to you fbr your trust and con- fidence in us, that we did dig down into our own personal funds and continue the fight; you can rightfully claim the credit for every dollar se- cured on the system; your payments were not in any way sufficient to pay the expenses, but they helped a little and it was because of our desire to do the fair thing by you that we continued. When I convene the general committee for re- organisation I am firmly of the opinion that nearly all of the present committee, including Bro. Ben- jamin and myself, will absolutely refuse to serve longer; we certainly can not afford to continue the work without pay; we feel that we’ve given at least our part toward the success of the Order here and are willing that others shall take it up and spend their money and time for three years or so. Yours fraternally, G. A. Johnson, General Chairman. Ar. /. Ry. Branch — Bro. W. Pomerleau, of Delson Jet., visiting friends, in the States for several weeks, was re- lieved by Bro. J. C. Lavallee, relieving agent of the Grand Division. H. Monette, of St. Edouard, Que., is planning to go to the t States for the summer, and it is rtimored that Mr. Girard, another non agent at St. Louis, Que., will replace him. It is a pity that some of the brothers did not try for this station as it is a good deal better than lots of the other stations that some of our good men have charge of. Bro. A. P. Beaulieu, of Napierville, Que., has been to the States for several weeks visiting his father who has been sick, we all hope for his recovery. Bro. Beaulieu was relieved by Bro. C. M. Derrick, agent Lacolle, Que., who had charge of both stations for the time being with the aid of an assistant. Say, boys, get busy and send in the news each month. We all look forward to getting The Railroad Telegrapher each month, and when we find no items pertaining to the division we are on we are disappointed. So try and help to have something in the magazine each month from our division. Cert. 436. Virginian Railway. All Members Division 154: A detailed charter contribution statement has been filed with the general secretary-treasurer and general and local chairmen, showing the name, address and amount of each contributor, the total of which was $24.50. Twenty dollars of this was paid to the Grand Division for the charter, $3.50 to the Union Printing Company, Ronoake, for stationery, and $1 for postage used in soliciting contributions. Bro. J. K: Wooten, general delivery, Norfolk, Va., and Bro. J. E. Oliver, Mullins, W. Va., were unanimously elected local chairmen. No votes were cast except for these gentlemen. The ballots cast for the convention delegate and alternate were opened and counted at the Stratford Hotel, Roan- oke, on Saturday night, March ist, In the presence of Bros. H. W. Hix, F. E. Lakes, J. B. Clifton. J. I. Rawlings and myself and were found to be as follows: For delegate: Geo. Giles, 27; J. E. Oliver, 16; H. W. Hix, 15. For alternate: J. E. Goodwin, 30; J. K. Wooten, 21; J. I. Rawlings, 4. The difference of three votes between delegates and alternates are accounted for by two, members failing to vote for an alternate while another voted a delegate for an alternate. Digitized by Google

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680 The Railroad Telegrapher. I desire to sincerely thank the membership for the honor bestowed upon me, and I will represent your division to the best of my ability. 'Now that the management have shown their willingness to meet us fair and square in every particular, let’s settle down to business and see how much we can increase the revenue from our several stations between this and March, 1914. Gko. Giles. Virginian Ry. Notes — Bro. H. W. Hix, of Salem, Va., has been ap- pointed general chairman to succeed Geo. Giles, resigned, owing to his taking a position as dis- patcher. Bro. W. L. Russell, who has been in very bad health for the past year died in a hospital in Rich- mond, March 31st. You were asked to contribute to Bro. Russell’s relief some time ago, and I am advised by Mrs. Russell that you have been very liberal in doing so, however Mrs. Russell, with her four small children, are still in very needy cir- cumstances, and if you feel inclined to help her further I assure you you will be contributing to a most worthy cause. Make all donations direct to Mrs. W. L. Russell, Meherrin, Va. Cebt. No. 1. First and Second Divisions — The meeting at the Lorraine Hotel, Saturday night, January 10th, although not very well at- tended, was a very enjoyable one. Bro. Williams, general secretary and treasurer from the A. C. L. Division 132, aftd Bro. Cumming, general sec- retary and treasurer from the S. A. L. Division 97, gave us *very interesting talks, which were very highly appreciated. We can not too highly praise the brethren on our general committee for the nice schedule se- cured for us, which no doubt will be appreciated by every member on our division, but the good work has just started, and before the close of the year we should be 100 per cent solid, as we have only a few nons left and since we have gotten them such a good schedule to work under they yill all no doubt line up, as so many have already done. Boys, don’t think now because we have gotten a schedule and all the good things that go with it that we can sit idle. Every member should ascertain as soon as a new man comes whether he is a member, and if not make a special effort to line him up. There are many other ways we can be benefited that are not mentioned in the schedule juit secured, and every member should keep busy until we have reached the 100 per cent mark, then try to keep it there, so we won’t have any trouble in getting what we ask for next time. I hope every member in good standing voted to send the man to the Baltimore convention who is best suited to do us the most good in the future. We all have been enthusiastic in perfecting our organization so that our committee could secure a schedule, and now wc must still stay enthusiastic over the good work it accomplished. Our com- mittee deserves all the credit we can possibly give it, and I hope every member will show that he appreciates what was done while the committee was before the management, by giving our organiza- tion all the aid possible for the betterment in the future. All the members in good standing have been furnished a copy of our schedule, etc., and I earnestly request all to live up to it as near as possible, to show the company that we appreciate what has been granted us through our grand or- ganization, the O. R. T. Boys, don’t think because we have secured a schedule that we can sit idle. Our battle has just started. 1 want every member to lend a helping hand and see what he can do to upbuild the Order for future betterments. We have only about seven nons on these two divisions, but that is seven too many. Some of them refused to join even since we have gotten them an $8 a month increase, but we must keej) on trying to land them and also those holding non-telegraph stations. They are now eligible, having been included in our schedule, and they should join at once. The seniority list furnished by the superintendent includes only two nons who will get the fifteen days' vacation, which requires three years or more in service before be- ing granted. Every/member should consider him- self an organizer and get after these nons. If each one will do this they will soon be added to our percentage of membership. We should have some local meetings on this district occasionally. Nothing creates more interest than well attended meetings. Brother agents, don’t forget to leave a note in your windows, so the conductors can find you in case the trains get tied up. You get 50 cents for every call and will be paid overtime for every hour you work. Conductors are not paid to copy orders, and they should not be allowed to do so. According to our schedule, positions are being bulletined and all the boys along the line can keep up with the new positions. Quite a difference from the time when the chief filled vacancies to suit himself. Brothers, don’t forget our motto: “No card, no favors.” Assist the nons as little as possible without detriment to the company’s business and you will note great results in the near future. Bro. Collier, relief agent and telegrapher, acting agent at Burdette, was relieved by Bro. Rawls, from the Southern. It is now Bros. Huckstep, Redmond and Griggs at Jarrett, making it solid O. R. T., and adding that much more to our percentage. Bro. McMillian, of Brookneal, off sick a few days, was relieved by Bro. Hamer, extra. Bro. Strickland, on second in “CD” Victoria dispatcher’s office a few days, was relieved by Bro. Collier on third Sewalls Point, later relieved by Mr. Vaughan. Bro. Wooten, first Carolina, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Allsbrook, and he on second by Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 681 Bro. Chappell, from Sebrcll, relieved by Bro. Collier. Mr. Gettle, first Victoria, was off several days sick causing Bro. Strickland and Mr. Moore to double until Mr. Comphrey, second Sewalls Point, came to their relief. Later Mr. Comphrey relieved Mr. Moore while off with the mumps. Mr. Vaughan, third Sewalls Point, was also off sick a few days, and was relieved by Brakeman Ethridge owing to the scarcity of telegraphers. Bro. Rider, agent Abilene, has resigned, relieved by Mr. Lester, clerk from Altavista. Bro. George Giles, first Roanoke, has accepted second trick in the dispatcher’s office at Victoria, relieved by Bro. F. E. Lakes on bid, and he on second Roanoke by Mr. Comphrey pending bulletin. Bro. H. D. Lucy, agent Dolphin, bid in the relief agency, relieved on bid by Bro. C. L. Harmon, clerk and telegrapher at Kembridge. Boys, don’t forget to send in your items by the 20th so I can get them to Bro. Quick in time for publication. I haven’t received a single item yet. , Div. Cor., Cert. 33. Ft. Dodge, Des Moines & Southern R. R. .This is the first time that notes from this road have appeared in The Telegrapher. We are totally unorganized here, but there are a few brothers over the line, and we hope to get organ- ized and get a schedule soon. Our general manager, general freight agent and our auditor are all old-time telegraphers, who very likely wore the “wreath and sounder,” and if we are moderate in our requests the first time and do not try to get all that we are entitled to right away, I am sure we will have little or no difficulty in getting a schedule. There have been quite a number of changes re- cently, especially on the south end. Mr. Torgeson is now agent at Kelley. Mr. Headley, agent Alle- man, has resigned, and was relieved by Mr. How- ard, a new man. We all wish him success. Bro. Yaunt, transferred from Ankeny to Huxley agency, vice Mr. Moine, resigned. Mr. Haburg, from Box- holm,, relieved Bro. Yaunt at Ankeny. Understand “Julius” is at Boxholm again after a severe illness. However, he is feeling pretty good, as he did not have to have any more of his leg amputated. Holderman, Wickstrom and Persons are at Swan- wood Jet. The boys at Kelley had a rather exciting time one night recently when the portable sub-station caught fire from the high line. Well, brothers and brothers-to-be, let us all get together and organize and get a schedule. We have an excellent set of officials to work for and they think more of a union man than of one who is unorganized. We possibly won’t get much more money on the first schedule, but we will get over- time, seniority, shorter hours, vacant positions bul- letined, and better rules to work under, and lastly, but by no means least, recognition. Cert. 3494. Grand Div. Kansas City R. R. Telegraphers’ Club. We meet in the future at the Savoy Hotel, Ninth and Central, our first meeting being held there March 26th. This new meeting place will meet all the requirements and furnish all the accommodations desired, as friends can now ac- company you, which assures a much larger atten- dance. This was the greatest reason for the change of location. Hereafter we shall admit ladies the same as men, and invite their support and sug- gestions. The ladies of the Frisco Ry. are organ- izing an Auxiliary and want us to help them. The time of meeting has been changed of all the clubs to line them up in series to allow the grand and general officers to commence at the end of the route and attend all the meetings without losing time. This will make the meetings more interesting, allowing our officers to be with us frequently, and also allow more visiting between the members of the clubs. We will hold an election at our first meeting, and wish everyone would get interested and get the energetic to the front. Those now in arrears please send me 50 cents. The new member who joins for this amount is good for the six months in which he joins, the fee being 50 cents for each six months thereafter. We will have speakers for every meeting. Don’t forget the fourth Wednesday of each month, 8:00 p. m., Hotel Savoy, Ninth and Central, Kansas City, Mo. A. J. Jones, Scc.-Treas. Topeka O. R. T. Club. The meeting on March 9th was one of the most enthusiastic meetings we have had since the club was organized. President Stover called the meeting to order at 8:30 p. m., making the opening address, and introduced Bro. G. H. Smith, general chairman Division No. 6, who gave us a very interesting address, which lasted an hour, telling, us in detail of the success of the com- mittee on the Union Pacific in securing an in- crease in wages and better working conditions, and also spoke in regard to the concerted-action movement. His address was throughly enjoyed, as evidenced by the hearty applause rendered him. Bro. C. H. Meador, local chairman Oklahoma Division of the Rock Island, next addressed us in a brief but pointed manner, which clearly showed him to be one of our “live wires.” Bro. W. J. Edwards, general secretary and treasurer Division 126, then made an excellent talk on thorough organization, also touching on' the concerted-action movement. His address, as usual, was very much enjoyed. Bro. R. A! Powell, in a short address, thanked the brothers for the honor bestowed upon him in electing him delegate to the Grand convention, and endeavored to impress upon the brothers the importance of individual efforts in securing new members. On account of Bro. Smith having to catch an early train and some of the other boys having to Digitized by Google

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682 The Railroad Telegrapher. go to work, the meeting was adjourned earlier than usual. Bro. Brown, general chairman Division 126, being laid up with rheumatism, was unable to attend and give us one of his instructive addresses, which we all look forward to as a rare treat. We hope he will be with us next time. With the excellent train service the Rock Island boys have at their disposal, there should be more of them present at these club meetings. Matters of vital importance are brought up at each one of them, and the addresses made by the different brothers are of sufficient interest to repay us for any inconvenience encountered in attending. We would also like to have more of the Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific brothers present. Boys, all try to attend these meetings. It is to your interest to do so. SBcaETAXY. Chemung Telegraphers' Club. Our second meeting was held on Monday even- ing, February 17th, in the parlors of the Delevan House, corner of Clinton and Railroad avenue, Elmira, N. Y., the schedule negotiations between the Erie telegraphers and the management of road having delayed the completing of the organization. A rousing big open meeting will soon be held to bring the members of the different roads cen- tering in Elmira into the club. Every member of the order in that territory should become a mem- ber. There is no better place in the country for a club than Elmira. Train service on all roads is good, and there is no reason why every teleg- rapher should not affiliate with this movement to promote social intercourse and a better feeling among the craft. The club met at Redmen’s Hall, in Elmira, on March 20th, had a fair representation of telegra- phers from all roads included in the club. The minutes of the last meeting were read and a new constitution adopted and ordered printed. After the business of the meeting was com- pleted the club enjoyed a few light refreshments, which were donated by the president and Bros. Wezloski and Ferguson. At the next meeting we will endeavor to have the ladies with us also. Cert. 366, Div. 42. Little Rock O. R. J. Club. The club met on Thursday evening, February 27th, at the home of Bro. T. J. Rice, with Bro. Rice as host, assisted by his wife and daughter. The weather being rather inclement, only a few members responded to the roll-call. Bro. DeWeese was elected a member. No report of the S. O. & D. committee was made, as only one of the committee was present. Bro. Murray, having been transferred to third “YD” Hulbert, was unable to get to the meeting. Election, of officers was laid over, owing to the small attendance. Our correspondent, Bro. Gibbons, also one of our hardest workers, has gone to the Big Four at Harrisburg, 111. We are sorry to lose him, but glad he has a better position, and all wish him success. We were glad to have several visitors present. After a social hour of music, lunch and refresh- ments, we adjourned. This meeting was voted the most pleasant of the season, and we one and all again thank Bro. Rice and family for their kind hospitality. Those who were not present can't imagine what a pleasant time they missed. Fraternally, H. W. Gibbs, Secretary and Treasurer. Cedar Rapids O. R. T. Club. The meeting of March 21st was called to order with Bro. Weise, Division 76, in the chair in the absence of President Harrington, who wa 3 in Chi cago on schedule negotiations. The number in attendance at this meeting was extremely low compared with former meetings, owing to unfavor- able weather conditions. Bro. Soyster, general chairman of Division 23, delivered a very instructive talk, which was thor- oughly enjoyed. Some very important subjects will come up at the meeting on April 18th, and we hope all who possibly can will attend. J. L. Halpin, Secretary. Digitized by v^ooQle

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CRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due January 1, 1913. Time for payment expires February 28, 1913. 1 AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On $ 300 00 (Series A) $2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) 7 20 per year BENEFITS PAID DURING MARCH, 1913. Claim No. 1399. . 1419.. 1420.. 1421.. 1422.. 1423.. 1424. . M25. 1426.. 1427.. 1428. . 1429.. 1430. . 1431.. 1432.. 1433.. 1435.. Name. Aureliano Tijerina. . Thos. H. Wilkinson. Ralph S. Close Alfred L. Saunders. . Frank Morrison. Cause. Cert. Div. No. Series. Amt. .Tuberculosis of Lungs ... 7..?8901..A.. $ 300 00 .Cirrhosis of Liver . ... 31.. 16149.. B.. 500 00 .Pneumonia ... 40. .33288.. C.. 1,000 00 .Acute Nephritis .Grand.. 7324.. C.. 1,000 00 .Cerebral Hemorrhage ... 65 . 10558.. B.. 500 00 .Chronic Interstitial Nephritis.. . ... 71.. 14918.. C.. 1,000 00 .Shock and Hemorrhage due to Bullet Wound . . .128. .28924. .C. . 1,000 00 .Chronic Myocardial Disease... ...119. .16540. .B.. 500 00 .Chronic Interstitial Nephritis. . ... 93.. 10375.. C.. 1,000 00 .Chronic Myocarditis ... 8 . 22274. A.. 300*00 . Pneumonia . .. 14.. 38963.. A.. 300 00 .Otitis Media ... 20.. 5390.. A.. 300 00 .Pulmonary Tuberculosis .Grand. 33139. C.. 1,000 00 .Tuberculosis of the Lungs ... 31. 14045.. B.. 500 00 .Paralysis of Heart ... 8. .32757.. A.. 300 00 .Tuberculosis .Grand. .22416. .C. . 1,000 00 .Suicide ... 32 . 20769.. A.. 300 00 FINANCIAL STATEMENT— MORTUARY FUND. Receipts, Received on Assessment Accouht to February 28, 1913 $1,262,573 95 Received on Assessment Account March, 1913 6,840 86 $1,269,414 81 Disbursements. Death Claims paid to February 28, 1913 $ 867,381 47 Death Claims paid in March 10,800 00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,677 64 Assessments transferred to dues 249 48 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, March 31, 1913 389,306 22 $1,269,414 81 L. W. QUICK, Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by CjOOQle

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684 The Railroad Telegrapher. Official Directory General Offices, St. Louis, Mo. GRAND OFFICERS. H. B. PERHAM President St. Louis, Mo. J. A. NEWMAN First Vice-President Flat “B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, 111. D. CAMPBELL Third Vice-President 205 Jarvis St., Toronto, Ont. BOARD OF George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. Geo. E. Joslin, Box 260, Centerdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Gates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. L. W. QUICK. .. .Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. J. J. DERMODY Fourth Vice-President 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. DIRECTORS. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box 87, Springfield, Mo. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION — Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perham, President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Rys. Meets subject to call of Chairman. F. A. Parent, Gen’l Chair- man, Grand Trunk Ry., Casselman, Ont.; R. L. Harrop, Gen’l Chairman Grand 'h'runk Pacific Ry., Justice, Man.; D. L. Shaw, Gen’l S. & T., London, Ont. No. 2, ST. LOUIS, MO. — Meets 1st and 3d Mondays each month at 8 p. m., Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor, Masonic Temple (Odeon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St. Louis, Mo-; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher, 7th floor, Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; R. J. McElhinney, S. & T. , 4107 Hartford st., St. Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C., St. P., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, General Chairman, 227 West Central ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tenney, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st., Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- -man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Rid- der, La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6 — Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Bex 294, Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging, Local Chairman Nebraska Division, Eg- bert, Wyo.; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman Colorado Division, Box 11, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hc^ Local Chairman Kansas Division, 12s ColoraOT st., Manhattan, Kan. No. 7 — Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 205 Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gen’l S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8 — Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gen’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T., Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs, N. Y. Western and Rochester Division — Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December at 10 o'clock a. m.,' and 8 o’clock p. m., at Rochester, N. Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o'clock p. m. at 148 No. Salina st., Syracuse, N. Y., in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N. Y. A. E. Blim, Local Chairman Station Dept., Western Division, Chilli Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division — Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m., at 510 State st., over Fagan’s real estate office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 685 Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall on Devereaux st., at S p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Signalmen, 96-* State st, Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Stationmen, 10a Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook • Division — Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o’clock, Odd Fellows’ Hall, East • Erie ave., Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chairman, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek District — Meets ad Tuesday each month at 8 p*. m. in Mechanics’ Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Ter- minal— Meets ad Wednesday at 9:30 a. m. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg., Lexington ave., cor. East 125th st., New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairman of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st.. Mount Vernon, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo Division — Regular meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tues- day evening in January, March, May, July, September and November apd on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meet- ings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman. O. A. Siehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y. Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. F. G. Boutelle, Local Chairman, Chauncey, N. Y. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. & L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gen’l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind.; M. T. Parks, G. S. & T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen’l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. No. ,6 — Division covers the Michigan Central Railroad. Meets 3d Monday each month at 7:30 p. m., Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen’l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; T. H. Staley, Gen’l S. & T., Box 903, Welland, Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad (lines east of Pittsburg and Erie). J. F. Miller, General Chairman, No. 2916 Huntingdon ave., Baltimore, Md.; G. E. Nightingale, Gen'l S. & T., Newfield, N. J. Baltimore Division — Meets at Huntingdon Hall, cor. Huntingdon ave. and 25th st., Baltimore, Md., 3d Friday each month. T. E. Fidler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Allegheny Division — Meets subject to call of Chairman. O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Fox- burg, Pa. Pittsburg Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, son Eleventh ave., Altoona, Pa. Middle Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. A. L. Rex, Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot, Pa. Cone- maugh Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 White- field st, Pittsburg, Pa. Monongahela Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, 243 Fifth st., Homestead, Pa. Tyrone Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. A. Fetzer, Local Chairman, Milesburg, Pa. Renovo Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. F. Mann, Local Chairman, Wilcox, Pa. Williamsport and Susquehanna Divisions — Meets at call of Chairman. A. C. Grieb, Local Chairman, Nisbet, Pa. Sunbury Division — Mee s at call of Chairman. G. C. Vandling, Local Chairman, Mifflinville, Pa. Maryland Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Wm. M. Skinner, Local Chairman, 115 S. Potomac st., Baltimore, Md. Delaware Division — Meets at call of Chair- man. T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman, Middle- town, Del. West Jersey and Seashore Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. E. Nightingale, Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Amboy Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. Harold G. Austin, Local Chairman, Mt. Holly, N. J. Bel- videre Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. G. Simanton, Local Chairman, Frenchtown, N. J. Philadelphia Terminal Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 729 Linden st., Camden, N. J. Elmira Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. R. Elliot, Local Chairman, 381 South Main st, Elmira, N. Y. Philadelphia Division — Meets at call of Chair- man. C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Cur- tin ave., Harrisburg, Pa. No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad System. Meeting 1st District at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st., cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each month. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L. E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meeting 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State st., Hammond, Ind.. every second Saturday of each month. F. F. Cowley, Gen'l Chairman, 519 W. Lincoln st, Findlay, Ohio; C. O. Crisen berry, Gen’l S. & T., Knox, Ind. No 20— Division covers the New York, Ontario & Western Railway System. Meets sul iect to call of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen'l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y. ; H. D. Pfoor, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 28, Jermyn. Pa. ; C. L. Cook, Local Chairman Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y. ; W. J. Haley, Ass’t Local Chairman South- ern Division, 114 Linden st., Middletown, N. Y., J. D. Foote, Ass’t Local Chairman South- ern Division, Cook’s Falls, N. Y. P. J. Boland, Local Chairman Scranton Division, 160 Dundaff st., Carbondale, Pa.; F. L. Spratt. Ass’t Local Chairman Scranton Division, Han- cock, N. Y.; C. D. Soule, Local Chairman Northern Division, Cleveland, N. Y.; P. J. Loftus, Ass’t Local Chairman Northern Divi- sion, Oneida, N. Y. Digitized by Google

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686 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Stenger, Gen’l Chair- man, R. F. D. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’l S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. 23 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma-Eastern R. R., and Rochelle & Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairmen. G. E. Soyster, Gen’l Chairman, 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, Iowa; O. S. Smith, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman for the C. M. & P. S. and T.-E., Mobridge, S. D.; Ed. R. Derrickson, Gen’l S. & T., 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, la. No. 25 — Division covers the International & Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. C. Berry, Get?*! Chair- man, Encinal, Tex.; R. B. Adams, Gen’l S. & T., Oakwood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman Taylor Section, Reek- dale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Antonio Division, Encinal, Tex.; Chas. C. Webner, Local Chairman, Ft. Worth Division, Mart, Tex. No. 26, NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets 2d Wednesday of each month, 9 p. m., Von Glahn’s Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th st. and Columbus ave., New York City. # E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care United Wireless Telegraph Co., 42 Broadway, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. & T., 205 St. James Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St. Louis, Vandal ia & Terre Haute Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor's office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Pierron, Gen’l Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gen’l S. & T. , Coatsville, Ind. No. 29, NEW HAVEN, CONN.— Meets 1st Fri day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. m., in Red Men's Hall. 48 Church st., cor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel., 57 Ludlow st., Water- bury. Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. & T., 95 Main st.. West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, Room 40 x, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage ave., St. Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo.; H. J. Mohler, Gen’l S. & T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. No. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis & San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen’l S. & T., Box 87, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. B. Pierce, General Chairman, 2021 Long wood st. (Wal brook), Baltimore, Md.: C. B. Rawlins, Assistant Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore’s Hill, Ind.; W\ Edgar Frasher, Gen’l S. & T., 814 W. 9th st., Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Division meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. & O. Depot, Wil- mington, Del., third Saturday evenings in Janu-* ary, March, May, July, September and Novem- ber, at 8 o'clock p. m., and meets in the Hall at Cowenton, Md., on third Wednesday evenings in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 o’clock p. m., thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowenton, Md.. every other meeting. F. F. Sullivan, Local Chairman, Van Bibber Md., Western District of the Baltimore Division. Eastern District of the Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office^ Baltimore & New York Terminals meet jointly the second Monday evening of the months of January, March, May, July, Septem- ber and November, at 8 o'clock p. m., in Hotel Caswell, northeast corner of Baltimore and Hanover sts., Baltimore, Md.; D. J. McGrath. Local Chairman, Eas'ern District of the Balti more Division, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore, Md C. B. Pierce, Loca^ Chairman, “GO” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Ter- minals, 2021 LongA’ood st. (Walbrook), Balti- more, Md. ; W. Q. Stouffer, Local Chairman Western District of the Baltimore Division, Point of Rocks, Md. Pittsburgh Division, Pike River and P. & W. Districts, meets third Friday night of each month at 8 p. m., 504 Diamond st.. corner Grant, third floor, Room 11, Pittsburgh, Pa., J. Yeager, Jr., Local Chairman Eastern District Pittsburgh Division, 2135 F.dgebrook ave.. Brookline, Pittsburgh, Pa.; E. J. Olwell, Local Chairman Western District of the Pittsburg Division, 120 Charles st., Knoxville, Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. Cleveland Division meets third Friday of each month in Snyder’s Hall. Exchange st., Massillon, Ohio. G. H. McCoy. Local Chairman, 17x6 Wooster st., Massillon. Ohio. Chicago Division meets third Wednesday night of each month in Red Men’s Hall, De fiance, Ohio. T. J. Eiler, Local Chairman Eastern District; G. H. Harcr, Local Chairman Western District, Milford, Ind. Newark Divi- sion. including all its sub-divisions and branches, will hereafter meet in Newark on the third Mon- day of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, begin- ning with an evening meeting in December. J. P. Welsh, Local Chairman, Eastern District of the Newark Division, R. F, D. No. 3, Box 17, Barnesvillc, Ohio; J. F. Iden, Local Chairman of the Western District of the Newark Division, 541 Maple ave., Newark, Ohio. No. 34- Division covers the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’l Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittenhouse, Gen’l S. & T., Sidell, 111. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 687 No. 35, PROVIDENCE, R. I.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month in Swart’s Lodge, Odd Fel- lows* Hall, 96 Westminster st.. Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbcek, Chief Tel., 284 Mont- gomery ave., Providence, R. I.; W. J. Smith, S. & T., Sooth Swansea, Mass. No. 36 — Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St. Louis, Mo. Xo. 37, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.— Meets 2d Friday evening each month, 8 o’clock, Lambden Bldg., 252 Main st., New Rochelle, N. Y. Thomas O. Tiger, Chief Tel., 907 Main st., Stamford, Conn.; B. E. S. Seaman, S. & T., 1321 Hoc ave., New York, N. Y. ; T. J. Gal- lagher, Local Chairman, 4 Longwood ave., New York, N. Y. No. 38, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month, 7:30 p. m., 373 Main st., Springfield, Mass. R. P. Keefe, Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st., Springfield, Mass; J. R. Cardinal, S. & T., 176 Union st., Springfield, Mass. Xo. 39 — Division covers the Pere Marquette Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- mm. Chicago-Muskegon Division holds regu- lar monthly meetings in Eagle’s Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p. m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Chairman, Co^tsworth, Ont.; W. R. Adair, Gen’l S. & T., 372 Goodwin ave., Detroit, Mich. Xo. 40— -Division covers Chesapeake & Ohio Rail- way System. L. E. Hicks, Gen’l Chairman, Craigsville, Va.; J. W. Kiser, Gen’l S. & T., Guyandotte Station, Huntington, W. Va. Vir- ginia District, C. D. McGehee, Chairman, 2803 East Clay st., Richmond, Va. ; H. M. Crowder, Chairman, Howardsville, Va.; L. G. White, Acting Chairman, Scottsville, Va.; D. H. Scott, Chairman, Big Island, Va.; H. S. Shuey, Chairman, Craigsville, Va. Meets on the fourth Thursday night of each month at 2x5 East Broad st., Richmond, Va., and on the 4th Saturday night of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall at Clifton Forge, Va. West Virginia District, J. J. Holt, Chairman, Covington, Va. ; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman, Prince, W. Va. ; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Guyandotte, W. Va. ; meets in Big Four Building at Hinton on 3d Thursday night each month. Kentucky District, H. O. Irwin, Chairman, 4x6 East Carter ave., Ashland, Ky.; G. F. Willis, Chairman, Greenup, Ky.; E. W. Johnson, Chairman, Converse, Ind. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. No. 41, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 2d Saturday night each month, Engineers’ Hall, 164 Canal st., Boston, Mass. T. J. Fogarty, Chief Tel., 71 Clarendon ave., West Somerville, Mass.; F. C. McGrath, S. & T., 6x4 Main st., Win- chester, Mass. No. 42 — Division covers the Erie Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet- ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, corner Park ave. and Market st., every 3d Saturday of each month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meeting 3d Monday of each month, ^30 p. m., Union Hall, Grave and 4th sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Husted, Gen’l Chairman, Rich wood, Ohio; C. L. Bridge, Gen’l S. & T., Deposit, N. Y. No. 43 — Division covers Canadian Northern Rail- way System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen’l Chairman, Beaudette, Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. & T., Dauphin, Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y.— Meets 2d Saturday each month at 8 p. m., in Fraternity Hall, 22-24 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. C. B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y.; A. A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntiile st., Jamaica, N. Y.; L. Meringer, S. & T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y.; L. Meringer, Chairman Towermen, 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y. A. Filby, Chairman Agents, 1055 East 34th st , Brooklyn, N. Y.; W. S. Leahy, Chairman Teleg- raphers, 4 Randall ave., Corona, N. Y. No. 45, WOODSVILLE, N. H.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month at 8 p. m., K. of P. Hall, Woodsville, N. H. C. A. Burnell, Chief Tel., Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A. Wheeler, S. & T., Wells River, Vermont. No. 46 — Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C. H. Livsey, Gen’l Chairman, East Point, Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen’l S. & .T., Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R. T. Hall, Macon, Ga., subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Club, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every sec- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to call of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at Lafayette, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga Southwestern Division meets subject to cal! ot Local Chaiignan. J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25, Sraithville, Ga. Columbus Division meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair- man. M. J. Newberry, Hollins, Ala.; F. S. Bas- kerville, Local Chairman Macon Terminals, Macon, Ga. No. 47, CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. I. — Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 8 p. m., at B. I. S. Hall, Charlottetown, P. E. I. J. A. Kelly, Chief Tel., Charlottetown, P. E. I.; J. E. R. McEwen, S. & T., Charlottetown, P. E. I. No. 48 — Division covers the Detroit, Toledo & Ironton and Ann Arbor Railways. Meets sub- ject to call of Chairman. G. H. Simmermon, Gen’l Chairman, Flat Rock, Mich.; J. S. Kncis- ley, Gen’l S. & T., Quincy, Ohio. Digitized by Google

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688 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 49 — Division covers the Denver & Rio Grande Railway System. Meets subject to call ot Chairman. H. J. Fulton, Gen’l Chairman, 112 E. ixth st, Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot, Pueblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton, Local Chairman Second Division, xia E. xith st, Leadville, Colo.; J. A. Ray, Local Chairman Third Division, Hotchkiss, Colo.; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Veta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. 1st West st., Salt Lake City, Utah; A. E. Roberts, Gen’l S. & T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. 51 — Division lovers Bessemer & Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle’s Hall, Greenville, Pa. R. A. Buzza, Gen’l Chairman, 1183 S. Water st., Meadville, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen’l S. & T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 5a — PITTSBURG, PA. — Meets 2d and 4th Saturday evening each month at 8 o’clock, 204 Fifth ave., 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. C. C. Mc- Kalip, Chief Tel., 305 Winston st:, Pittsburg, Pa.; H. K. Klingensmith, Secretary, 124 Sub- urban ave., Beechview, Pittsburg, Pa. ; C. C. Campbell, Treasurer, 108 Fremont st., Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. 53 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carlos, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gen’l S. & T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sam Johnson, Gen'l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. & T., 1009 East 3d st., Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Whee’ing & Lake Erie and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal an.d West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even- ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; J. O. Peoples, Gen'l Chairman, Bolivar, Ohio; C. E. Baltzcr, G. S. & T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C. H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. & L. E. Telegraph Office, Perry-Paync Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, Local Chair- man, Scio, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, W. P. Ry. & W. S. B. R. R., Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 56— Division covers Georgia Southern & Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga.; E. H. Baker, Gen’l S. & T., White Springs, Fla. No. 57 — Division covers the Houston & Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over 40X Main st., Dallas, Tex.; A. E. Laisure, Gen’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex.; W. M. Moseley, Gen'l S. & T., Rice, Tex. No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys- tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen'l Chairman, xaa Tate st., Greens- boro, N. C.; J. W. Burgess, Gen'l S. & T., 223 9th st., S. W., Charlottesville, Va. No. Si, CAMPBELLTON, N. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers' Hall, Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapedia, Que.; G. F. Ward, S. & T., Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Routh (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen'l Chair- man, Oakdale, Tenn.; E. H. Boutwell, GenT S. & T., Walton, Ky.; E. H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Division, Walton, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meet- ings subject to call of Local Chairman. No. 63, MONCTON, N. B. — Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, N B., St. John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. A. Brown, Chief Tel., Salisbury, N. B.; R. M. Scribner, S. & T., Shedi^c Road, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE.— Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st., Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. & T., Riviere du Loup Station, ^5ox 1 14, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 65, ROCHESTER, N. H. — Meets at 7:30 P- ra., 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. P. T. Harrity, Chief TeL, Rochester, N. H.; C. P. Lord, S. & T., 7 Lin- coln st., Summerworth, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S.— Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. L. Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S.; J. E. Mc- Donald, S. & T., Belmont, N. S. • No. 69 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- berg, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. & T., Q. & C. Yard Office/ Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA— Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Pike’s Hall, Oska- loosa, Iowa. R. A. Vannoy, Chief Tel., Mar- tinsburg, Iowa; E. J. Wilson, S. & T., Laurel, Iowa. No. 76— Division covers the Chicago & North- western Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen'l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira R. Kempkcs, Gen’l S. & T., Nevada, Iowa. Digitized by u.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 689 No. 77, DENVER, COLO.— Meets ist Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel. Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney, S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, Colo. No. 80 — Division covers the N. O. M. & C. Ky. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E. Swenson, Gen’l S. & T., Beaumont, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; H. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — Diyision covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man or Local Chairman. R. E. Smith, Gen'l Chairman, Smithsburg, Md.; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichelberger st., Ilanover, Pa. Local Chairmen Maryland Division: C. E. -Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District; R. E. Smith, Smithsburg, Md., Second District; J. Harry Blocher, Alesia, Md., Third District. Local Chairmen West Virginia Division: J. C. Boor, Beryl, W. Va., Eastern District; J. A. Hickerson, Davis, W. Va., Western District. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; F. J. Crosier, Gen’l S. & T., Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas & Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. W. K. Gremillion, Gen’l Chairman, Donaldson ville. La.; B. T. Hambright, Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets ist Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. 2 Josephine ave., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Me* Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets ist Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sts., Chicago, Dl. G. Dal Jones, Chief Tel., 2530 North Ked- zie blvd., Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. & T., 5529 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGraw, Gen’l Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. & T., 901 W. Long ave., Du Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky.; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, 111.; W. P. Moore, Gen’l Chairman, y. & M. V. Lin*, Lula, l£iss.; G. D. Clements, General Chairman, Indianapolis Southern Rail- way, Bloomfield, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen’l S. & T., Anna, 111. No. 94, MERIDIAN, MISS.— Meets ad Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesia, Miss.; H. W. Bell, Chief Tel., Ethelville, Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. & T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95, PORTLAND, ME.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 546 Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; F. S. Twombley, S. & T., Buxton, Me. No. 96 — Division covers Chicago & Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City, Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C. E. Norris, Gen’l S. & T.,* Inver Grove, Minn. % No. 97 — Division covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. D. May, Gen'l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.; F. O. Cumming, Ass't Gen’l Chairman and Gen'l S. & T., 15 Dinwiddie st., Portsmouth, Va.; J. T. Benn, Local Chairman First Division, Thelma, N. C.; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman Second Division, Marshville, N. C.; S. P. McDaniel, Local Chairman Third Division, Hiram, Ga. ; W. L. Tidwell, Local Chairman Fourth Division, Helena, Ga.; J. L. Vining, Local Chairman Fifth Division, Macclenny, Fla. No. 99, COBALT, ONT.— W. D. Cunneyworth, Chief Tel., Engelbart, Ont. ; R. Richardson, S. & T., Latch ford, Ont. No. '102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treasurer. J. J. McLaughlin, S. & T., 1516 N. Dover st., Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTON, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S.; J. P. Swift, S. & T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. 104, AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Mass. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st., Clinton, Mass.; John F. Mullen, S. & T., 27 Galen st., Brockton, Mass. No. 1 os, CONCORD, N. H.— Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7 :30 p. m., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. H. J. T. Turcotte, Chief Tel., Pem- broke, N. H.; H. M. Clay, S. & T., Gerrish, N. H. No. 106, HAGERSTOWN, MD.— Meets 3d Thurs- day of each month at 8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief TeL, Greencastle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. & T., Box 46, Hagerstown, Md. No. 108, ADDISON, N. Y.— Meets 2d Monday each month at 8 p. m., Edgcomb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C. Cole, Chief Tel., Cowanesque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. & T., Osceola, Pa. Digitized by Google

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690 i The Railroad Telegrapher. No. hi — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. D. McGee, Gen’l S. & T., 320 Concord st., Los Angeles, Cal. No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. M. L. Klein, Gen’l Chairman, 74 Abeel st., Kings- ton N. Y.; H. J. Halstead, Gen’l S. & T., One onta, N. Y. R. H. Henson, Local Chairman, S. C. & K. Branch, Phoenicia, N. Y.; C. W. Pough, Local Chairman, Main Line, 81 Hone st., Kingston, N. Y. No. 1 14, ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middletown, N. S.; Stanley Travener, S. & T., Tupperville, Anna Co., N. S. No. 1 15, QUEBEC, QUE. — Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief Tel., No. 4 St. Angele st., Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. & T., Cote de Peres, Beauport, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Du/uth, South Shore & Atlantic Railway System. Meets ad Sunday of February, April, June, August, Octo- ber and December in places designated by Gen’l Chairman. P. M. Stillman, Gen’l Chairman, Seney, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gen’l S. & T., Chassell, Mich. No. 1 17, SHAMOKIN, PA.- Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m.: January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of the following months at 7:30 p. m.: March, June, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. & T., Quakake, Pa. No. 1 18 — Division covers Toledo & Ohio Central, Kanawha & Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville & Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen’l Chairman, Burr Oak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen’l S. & T., 222 Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 1 19 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen’l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. & T., Erskine, Minn. No. 120 — Division covers Lake Erie & Western Railway System. C. I. Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Steckel, Gen’l S. & T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 1 23 — Division covers Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway System. W. E. Sloan, Gen’l Chairman, 1 14 Ermina st., Albert Lea, Minn.; J. C. Sand- raier, Gen’l S. & T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covets Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys- tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 71 1 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 25 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg & Potomac Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. C. H. Boschen, Gen’l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W. T. Thomp- son, Gen'l S. & T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers Chicago, Rock Islaad & Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen’l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen’l S. & T., 2422 Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127. VIRGINIA, MINN. — J. F. Kenney, Chief Tel., Alborn, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, Acting S. & T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 128 — Division covers the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. L. A. Tanquary, Gen’l Chairman, Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gen’l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; G. R. Smith, Assistant Gen’l Chairman, Rockwood, Mich.; E. D. Graham, Gen'l S. & T., 207 E. 7th st.,, Mishawaka, Ind-, and Local Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bearss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; A. E. Snyder, Box 272, Ligonier, ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R- Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman De troit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st.. Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Divi- sion; D. E. Royce, Rany^ Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. F. Carder, Gen’l Chairman, 717 S. 4th st., Burlington, Iowa; J. H. Rogers. Jr., Gen’l S. & T., 717 N. 10th st., La Crosse. Wis. No. 131— TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon- taine. Chief Tel., St. Henedine, Que.; A. Lagueux, S. & T., Tring Junction, Que. No. 132 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Line R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen'l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla.; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond Dis- trict, Whitakers, N. C.; D. H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District, Speed, fc. C.; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District, Dillon, S. C.; J. H. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District, Maysville, N. C.; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win- ston • Salem Districts, R. F. D.., Cameron, S. C.; C. N. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 155 Calhoun street. Charles- ton, S. C. ; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savannah District, Grand Crossing, Fla.; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga. ; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. Tedder, Local Chairman Jacksonville District, Seville, Fla.; M. H. Martin, Local Chairman Gainesville District and Jacksonville Terminal, Palatka, Fla.; W. Brantley, Local Chairman Lakeland District, Crystal River, Fla. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 691 No. 133, SYDNEY, N. S— M. D. McKeigan, Chief Tel., Leitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Mc- Innis, S. & T., Shenacadie, C. B., N. S. No. 134. JACKSONVILLE, FLA.— Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. E. I. Barnard, Chief Tel., 30 Sevilla st., St. Augustine, Fla.; J. H. Meyers, S. & T., Homestead, Fla. No. *136, READING, PA.— Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief TeL, Cal- cium, Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. & T., 932 Pear st., Reading, Pa. No. 137 — Division covers El Paso & Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 4112 Arsenal st., St. Louis, Mo. No. 138 — Division covers C. C C. & St L Rail- way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman, 1601 Third ave., Terre Haute, Ind.; George Lavengood, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 109 East Jackson sC, Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Cleveland Division meets 2d Wednesday of each month at 1501 Coumbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. R. Reynolds, Local Chairman, 128 W. Atwood st., Galion, Ohio. Cincinnati-Sandusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bldg., Springfield, Ohio; J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St. Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Louis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings 1st Monday of each month in Red Men's Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi- sion meets in Room No. 11, 2d floor, Anthony Bldg., Muncie, Ind., on 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins, Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Hornung, R. F. D. 9, Greensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meets subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Wayne town, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, Marshall, 111. No. 139, NORTH ADAMS, MASS.— Meets on the ad Saturday of each month in Odd Fellows’ Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher, Chief Tel., Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook, S. & T., Charlemont, Mass. No. 140— Division covers Maine Central Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamkeag, Me.; H. N. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me. No. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. H. Barnett, Gen’l Chairman, Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, Gen'l S. & T., 1027 Yale st., Houston, Tex. No. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay & West- ern Railway System. Meefs subject to call of Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Blair, Wis.; L. P. Curran, Gen’l S. & T., Winona, Minn. No. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen’l Chairman, Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock, Local Chairman, Petoskey, Mich. No. 144 — Division covers the Trinity & Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. D. W. Ramsay, Gen’l Chairman, Bardwell, Tex.; N. B. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T.# Tomball, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague, Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Normangee, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. & D. C. Ry. System. L. S. Mentzer, Gen’l Chairman, F. W. & D. C. & W. V. Lines, Childress, Tex.; S. L. Greenwood, Local Chairman, 1st and 2d Divi- sions, F. W. & D. C. Lines, Bowie, Tex.; G. H. Wheeler, Local Chairman, 3d and 4th Divisions, F. W. & D. C. Lines, Channing, Tex.; A. H. Plentl, Local Chairman, W. V. Lines, Goree, Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. & T., Box 405, Quanah, Tex. No. 146 — Division covers the Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of . Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gen’l Chairman, Mauk, Ga. N. H. Bach, Gen’l S. & T., Manchester, Ga. No. 147 — Division covers the Norfolk & Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. & T., Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division covers Grand Trunk* Western Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen’l S. & T., Otterburn, Mich. No. 151 — Division covers the Delaware & Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen'l Chairman, Eagle Bridge, N. Y.; O. C. Benjamin, Gen’l S. & T., Dresden Station, N. Y. ; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wands, Hawes Cave, N. Y., and E. F. Lawrence, 7 High st., Oneonta, N. Y., Local Chairmen Susque- hanna Division; C. C. Corey, Smith’s Basin, N. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chair- men Champlain Division. No. 152, NASHUA, N. H.— Meets every 3* Sun- day of the month at 10:30 a. m. in Elk’s Hall, Beasora Block, cor. Main and Factory sts., Nashua, N. H.; H. E. Heath, Chief Tel., Ponemah, N. H. ; J. Wilfrid Vaillancourt, S. & T., in Allds st., Nashua, N. H. Digitized by Google

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692 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. i S3 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 154 — Division covers Virginian Ry. Geo. Giles, Gen’l Chairman, Victoria, Va.; J. E. Goodwin, Gen’l S. & T., Eggleston, Va. No. 155. HAMILTON, ONT.— Meets ad Sunday of each month at 3:30 p. m. in Sons of Englard Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton, Ont. W. H. Staniland, Chief Tel., Grimsby, Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. & T., Box 98, Smithville, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets in Rathbone Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting, ist Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a. m. Night meeting, 3d Saturday of each month at 7:00 p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos* ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. & T., 2 Rear- • sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Regular meeting ad Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take interurban car from either city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. A. Special meeting subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis, Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave.f Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB — Meets the ist Wednesday after 3d Tuesday evening of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles’ Club Rooms, 137-139 Second st., Milwaukee, Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st., Milwaukee, Wis.; B. A. Gothompson, S. & T., 740H Thirty-eighth st, Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y.— Meets subject to call of the President at “The Plaza,” 141st st. and Edgecomb ave., New York City. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave.. New York City; E. Neumueller, S. & T., 126 Union st., High Bridge, New York City. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS* SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall, 307 N. 7th st., 2d Saturday night of each month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited. There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF FREEPORT, ILL.— Meets 3d Friday night of each month at I. O. O. F. Hall, 107 Stephenson st., Freeport, 111. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. & St. P., C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres., 145 Delaware at., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st., Freeport, 111. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF ATLANTA, GA. — Meets 2d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m.. Federation Hall. All up- to-date O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livsey, Pres., East Point, Ga.; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716. Atlanta, Qa. ; Miss Dita May West, S. & T.. 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUB (Chicago O. R. T. Club) — Meets ist Saturday and 3d Thursday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. Matters of interest to all are discussed. C I~ Craig, President, 6412 South Sangamon st.. Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. & T., 2157 Ridge ave., Evanston, 111. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club)— Meets 8 p. m., 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organ- ized more particularly in the interest of teleg- raphers employed by roads entering Denver, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President, 935 17th st., Denver, Colo.; D. O. Shoults, Secretary-Treas- urer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo. THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEGRA- PHERS’ CLUB— Meets 8 p. m., the 4th Wed- nesday of each month at Savoy Hotel, 9th and Central, Kansas City, Mo. John Hjalmer, President, 701 West Sixteenth st., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary-Treasurer, 1118 Newton ave., Kansas City, Mo. THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg- raphers’ Club) — Meets 8 p. m., Monday follow- ing the 3d Tuesday of each month, in Assembly Room, Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackerman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha. Neb.; Jas. Freeder, S.-T., 4826 Poppleton ave., Omaha, Neb. All O. R. T. members are cor- dially invited to attend. This club is organized more particularly in the interest, of telegraphers employed on all roads entering Omaha, who should make special effort to attend our meet- ings. THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, Ind.; E. H. Boutwell, Secretary-Treasurer, Walton, Ky. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 3 P* and 7:30 p. m. the 3d Saturday of each month at Assembly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa. M. J. Collins, President, care of C. R- I. & Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S. S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West 12th st., Des Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. ra. the 3d Friday of each month at Room 12. 2d floor, Dows Block, 2d ave. and ad st. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. E. M. Harrington, President. Nevada, Iowa; J. L. Halpin, Secretary-Treas- urer, 51a South 14th st.. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 693 ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB— Meets the 3d Saturday evening of each month at Robidoux Hotel, St. Joseph, Mo,; L. B. Ockerman, President, 423 N. 19th st., St. Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Ham- burg ave., St. Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on sec- ond Thursday after the third Tuesday of each month at 8 o’clock p. m., at 514 Gaines st., Little Rock. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 1st Saturday after 3d Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p. m. at Ballingall Hotel, Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those connected with the C. M. & St. P.f Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. & Q. Railways, are urged to attend these meetings. W. C. Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C. F. Ream, S. & T., Graham Flats, corner Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. second Sunday of each month at the Throop Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave., Topeka, Kan. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized in the interest of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island, Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter- ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining to the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover, President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R. A. Powell, S. & T., 812 West Third st., Topeka, Kan. THE PANHOMA TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets Saturday evening following the 21st of each month at Southern Hotel, El Reno, Okla. Special meetings subject to call of President. C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J. Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla.; H. T. Snodgrass, Secretary-Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon- don st., El Reno, Okla. CHEMUNG TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF EL- MIRA, N. Y. — Meets subject to call of Presi- dent. M. G. Beach, Pres., R. D. No. 2, Elmira, N. Y.; W. U. Phillips, Sec.-Treas., Horse Heads, N. Y.; B. H. Youmans, First Vice-Pres., Gil- lett. Pa.; G. C. Lacey, Second Vice-Pres., 116# Hospital pi., Sayre, Pa.; C. H. Nagle, Third Vice-Pres., Elmira, N. Y. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boston & Albany Railway — Thos. M. Conlin, Gen’l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mass.; L. G. Mambert, Gen’l S. & T., Box 105, Woronoco, Mass. Boston Terminal Co. — E. L. Gilley, Gen’l Chair- man, Holbrook, Mass. Boston & Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen’l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of B. & M. Ry-, Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen’l Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair- man, Point du Chene, N. B.; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen’l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A. A. Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; E. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee, 81 Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair- man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad — E. J. Manion, Gen’l Chairman, 537 Howard ave., New Haven, Conn.; M. W. Handy, Secretary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Conn. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Giairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, 111. .Digitized by c.oooLe

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694 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. E. B. SMITH President P. O. Box 716, Atlanta, Ga. MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCE. Grand Sec.-Treas. 2021 Longwood St., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. E. L. MATHIS First Vice-President Greenfield, Tenn. MRS. H. P. BILSON Second Vice-President 1 13 Oakley Ave., Arlington, Baltimore, Md. MRS. J. J. CAMPBELL Third Vice President North Bay, Ontario, Canada. BOARD OF Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Ave., Atlanta Ga. Mrs. J. R. Hefner,* Secretary, Monticello, 111. All correspondence for The Telegrapher St. Louis, Mo., so that it will reach hin MRS. J. E. BLACKFORD.. Foui th Vice President Orland, Cal. MRS. J. B. BENHAM Fifth Vice-President Mankato, Kan. MRS. FRANK OUELLETT. .Sixth Vice-President Box 57, Tecumseh, Ontario, Can. MRS. T. M. BOYD Seventh Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. J. H. McLEAN Eighth Vice-President L’Anse, Mich. DIRECTORS. Mrs. A. Houston, Nashville, Ont., Can. Mrs. N. C. Faulsen, Centerville, S. D. Mrs. G. E. Nightingale, Newficld, N. J. should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, 1 not later than the 5th of the month. Local No. 2, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gcn’l Chairman, Centerville, S. D. ; Miss Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 132 — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C. Local No.* 5, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System. Meets upon call. Mrs. Nora M. Joyce, Gen’l Chairman, Chitten- ango Station, N. Y. ; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gen’l S. & T., Kirksville, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 113 — Covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gcn’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y.; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen’l S. & T„ South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14 — Coveis the Norfolk & Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman 21 Tenth ave., S. W., Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. P. C. Win- borne, Gen’l S. & T., Graham, Va. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31— Covers the Missouri Pacific System. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence, Gen’l S. & T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 9, O. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind., Gen’l Chairman and Acting Secretary; Mrs. R. C. Pender, Gen’l S. & T., 429 West Sycamore st., Greensboro, N. C. Local No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Bald* more^ & Ohio Ry. System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Mary A. Bell, Gen’l Chairman, New Concord Ohio; Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Gen’l S. & T., 2021 Longwood st., Wal- brook, Baltimore, Md. Local No. 12, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Smithville, Ga. Local No. 13, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets sub- ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Willison, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky. ; Mrs. J. W. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14,- O. R. T. Division 93 — Covers the Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gcn’l S. & T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. 15, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen’l S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 695 Local No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets 2d , Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall No. 2, Fraternity Hall, 2224 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mrs. G. W. Hillcy, 6 Grant ave., Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, Gen’l S. & T., 1034 Bergen st., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 1 7, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacifis Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. W. H. Alli- son, Gen'l. Chairman, 68 Melbourne ave., Toronto, Ont. ; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen’l S. & T., Verona, Ont. Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53 — Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. .H. & S. A. Ry. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen’l Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen’l S. & T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130 — Covers the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. & T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. *ao, O. R. T. Division 5— Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, DeQuincey, La.; Mr?. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. 21, O. R. T. Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, Gen’l Chair- man, Elwood, N. J. ; Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, Gen’l S. & T., Pitman, N. J. Local No. 22, O. R. T. Division 126 — Covers the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific System. Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. J. A. Tracy, Gen’l Cheirman, Calhan, Colo ; Mrs. C. II. Meador, Gen’l S. & T., Minco, Okla. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 81 — Covers the Colorado Midland Ry. System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Alice Loveland, Gen’l Chairman, Granite, Colo.; Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen’l S. & T., Cascade, Colo. Local No. 24, O. R. T. Division 54 — Covers the Northern Pacific Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of the Gen’l Chairman, Mrs. B. E. Nason, Athol, Idaho; Mrs. Daisy Sherwood, Gen’l S. & T., Centralia, Wash. Local No. 25, O. R. T. Division 39 — Covers the Pere Marquette System. Meetings held time and place of the O. R. T. Brothers. Mrs. Min- nie M. Morford, Pres. & Gen’l Chairman; Mrs. Ellen Jacob, Gen’l S. & T. ; Mrs. Morris, 1st Vice-Pres.; Mrs. F. N. Stewart, 2d Vice- Pres.; Mrs. Bessie Harris, 3d Vice-Pres., and' Mrs. Sylvia Johnson, 4th Vice-Pres.; Mrs. Watson, Chaperone, and Mrs. L. A. Warren, Local Sec. Digitized by c.ooQle

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140 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $3.00 a Month Buys this L. C. Smith Back Spacer, Tabulator, Marginal Release Key, Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer, Platen Release, Paper Release, Automatic Ribbon Reverse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color Ribbon and Stencil Cutter. Single Shift Keyboard of Standard Universal Arrangement writing 76 characters — writing 84 characters, $2.00 extra. Every machine has Ball-bearing Type Bars, Ball-Bearing Shift and Ball-bearing Carriage. / Every practical improvement that you could buy in any of the latest Standard Typewriters. You can not imagine the beautiful perfection of these typewriters until you see and try one; the up-to-date equip- ment places this offer far in advance of any offer ever made. Never before in the history of the typewriter business has a typewriter so up-to-date and of such perfect quality been offered at anywhere near this price. I only have a limited supply; be sure and get yours. Don*! Delay, Act Today. APPROVAL ORDER BLANK HARRY A. SMITH, 180-RR North Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Ship to mebv the Express Company, F. O. B. Chicago, the L. C. Smith Typewriter described above on five davs' FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days after I receive the typewriter and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $48.30, then the typewriter becomes my property. Untif 1 have paid you $48.30 the title remains in you. Otherwise I agree to notify you ciuring the Free Trial Period that I don’t want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you give the standard guarantee for one year. Name Post Office Address Stale Shipping A ddress REFERENCES: Give the names of two or three business or profes- sional men or a bank. Digitized by '

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 141 — and probably not then. But of this you are absolutely assured. The STUDEBAKER, SOUTH BEND’S famous Rail- road Watch, is sold with a certificate that guar- antees you against any and a11 expense for five years from date of purchase. For instance, we’ll say you own and carry Railroad Watch and say your road changes requirements. Or that you go to another road where the requirements «are different. In either case, we’ll change your STUDEBAKER. free of charge, to meet the new requirements. If we can’t, we give yon anew watch that does. This is our 5*y ear guarantee. You Take No Risk — Nor Do We This absolute protection costs you nothing. Nor us. That’s because SOUTH BENDS are made right in the beginning. Each watch takei six months to build. Each is i inspected 411 times. Then put to the ice and furnace test. | So it is only once in a thousand times that we are put to expense in making good our guarantee. South Bend Watch Co. toMili’bi. FREE BOOK ^%ZoI-shZ Good Watches are Made.” It’s crowded with valuable watch information and ex- ploits every South Bend model. ** (135) America’s Greatest Historian John Clark Ridpath is universally recognized as the greatest historian of our time. Other men have written histories of one nation or period — but it remained for Dr. Ridpath to write a History of the entire World. If you would know the history of all nations from the begin- ing of civilization down to the present time then pur- chase Ridpath’s History of the World We will mail our beautiful forty-six page free booklet of specimen pages from the History and name our special low Eice and easy terms of payment to all who send the coupon low. Tear off the coupon, write name and address plainly and maij. Dr. Ridpath’s widow derives her support from the royalty on this History, and to print our low price broadcast would cause injury to the sale of future editions. 4,000 Pages 2,000 Illustrations TI4F PF ACHN for Dr* Ridpath’s en- 1 AAl-j I\Li/A Jv/il viable position as an historian is his wonderfully beautiful style, a style no other historian has ever equaled. Reading this fascinating work widens your mental horizon, arouses your ambition, adds greatly to your fund of knowledge and increases vour ability to succeed. Ridpath carries you with him down the long highway of time, through the rise and fall of empires, leaving mankind, today harnessing the powers of earth and air to be his servants whispering messages across continents and oceans, crowning all with the glorious achievements of the nineteenth century. He covers every race, every nation, every time, and holds you spellbound by his wonderful eloquence. Nothing more interesting and inspiring was ever written. Send following coupon. Fold here, tear out, sign and mail ^ Free Coupon WESTERN NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATION 140 So. Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Gentlfmen: — Please mail your 46-page free sample booklet of Ridpath’s History of the World, containing photogravures of Napoleon, Queen Elizabeth, Socrates, Csesar and Shakespeare, diagram of Panama Canal, etc., and write me full particulars of your special offer to R. R. Telegrapher readers. NAME APPRK88 Digitized b\ Goc

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When addressing, our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. A THINKING MACHINE is not furnished with every “Model X Vibroplex,” but we believe that this new instrument is as nearly fool-proof as is possible. “No such thing as perfection,” may be the general rule, but we fail to see any de- fects in the “Model X.” The chief difficulty in the case of other sending machines is found in the fact that the dots and dashes are run together when the machine is improperly adjusted. We have removed this defect by the production of an instrument in which the dots and dashes are produced from the same contact-point, thus insuring perfect transmission. Horace G. Martin, the inventor of the first trans- mitting machine, is the manufacturer of the new “Model X,” and the workmanship is therefore the result of the years of labor of the inventor himself. The product of the inventor is better than that of the imitator. Superb for Wireless Price, $12.00 14.00 Genuine Old-Style Single Lever Horace G. Martin Vibroplex. Nickel Plated Base, Agate Pointed Styluses Hudson Word Counters Phillips Code Martin Night Letter Counter J. E. ALBRIGHT 253 Broadway, New York Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 143 rBuy That Typewriter Right Here Is Your Chance HERE IS THE PROPOSITION: We want no money in advance— simply your permission to ship the typewriter for trial. Take it to your office or home and use it for ten days, exactly the same ns though It whs your own property— compare it with any, or all other typewriters with which you are familiar— ask your friends their opinion of it. After ten days if the typewriter is not entirely satisfactory— and we will ask you no questions why— you can send it back at our expense and the deal will be closed. If purchased, you can send us a small amount at end of the ten days' trial and then a few dollars monthly until paid in full. If you wish to pay all cash you can deduct 5 per cent. Did you ever have a fairer proposition made to you— can you even ask for a fairer one? Look at the illustration or our New Fox Visible Typewriter, model No. 24, and compare it with any other typewriter you have ever seen or used. Here is a really Visible Typewriter— note that the writing line is on top in plain view, and that the type bars rise from where they are lying and strike the platen in full view of the operator and in a direct line of vision, and that all of what you have written remains in full sight until the paper has been removed from the typewriter. Compare this with those old-style typewriters that some typewriter concerns are still advertising as "visible,” but on which the writing line is beneath the type Dars, and you have to look down into them— or between them— to try and see what you have written. In addition to the above features the Fox Visible Typewriter has a Back Space Key, Tabulator, Two- color Ribbon with Automatic Movement and Removable Spools, Interchangeable Carriages and Platens, Card Holder, Stencil Cutting Device, Variable Line Spacer and Line Lock with Key Release. This is the Fox Typewriter, the typewriter we manufacture— this is the typewriter that we will send to any reader of The Railroad Telegrapher anywhere in the United States, all express charges fully paid— no deposit required— no "red tape”— no delay— no obligation to buy, and, if purchased after trial, you can pay us a little down— whatever you can spare— aud the balance in small monthly payments. Local Agents Wanted — Samples at Wholesale We still have left just a few of those Fox Visible Typewriters that we told you about last month that have been used slightly for demonstration and for show Eurposes. These typewriters are not seeond-hand'nor rebuilt and positively could not e told from new by anyone. The Operator who needs a typewriter and does not write us about this stock is passing up the biggest proposition we ever heard cpnll Mo Cnorial Offor to Onorntnra of. Full particulars on request. Be &end Me oP««aI UlTer to Operators sure and write today. Fox Typewriter Co. 3604-3614 Front Avenue The Railroad Telegrapher Name Grand Rapids Michigan Address Digitized by LjOOQle

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144 When addressing our ^clvertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DAYS’ FREE TRIAL! DOLLARS A MONTH ! That's all there is to the proposition we make you on a splendid, genuine Underwood Typewriter Don't send a cent, just write us if you want to take advantage of our five days' free trial offer. No deposit is required. All we want is your permission to send you one of these machines on approval. The “mill" must then sell itself. The decision rests entirely with you. You have never seen such typewriter value as we are offering in these Underwood machines. If we were to tell you how good they are you would say we were exaggerating. So we want you to see and use one right in your own office. That’s the reason we are making, and can make, this five days* free trial offer. If you like it send us only five dollars a month. But you pay not one cent till you have seen and used the machine for five days! Every machine is complete with cover, tools, instruction book, etc. Remember, these machines are guaranteed to be absolutely perfect. They are guaranteed for one year, which is as long as any guarantee. And they are shipped anywhere on approval, without deposit, subject to five days* free trial and examination in your own home or office. If you find the slightest thing to criticise, if you think you can get better value elsewhere for ‘ your money — return the machine at our expense. Surely no fairer offer could be made. And, bear in mind, this liberal proposition is made on the Underwood, the acknowledged leader of visible writers, of which over 10,000 are sold every month. And if you are renting a typewriter you can, by paying us a little more each month, own one of these high-grade, standard visible writers in a short time. Just think of it! A few cents a day for ten months and one of these typewriters is yours! ClPl^PT AT f No* 3 Model Underwood with 14-inch carriage, the regular railway biiung machine, on easy terms and at a special low price. Fill out the coupon and mail it today. You take no chances. If the machine is not the greatest value you ever saw, just send it back at our expense. ACT NOW, as we have only a limited number of machines, and they will go like hot cakes on this wonderful offer. When you write, just give us the names of two or three people who know you, merely as an evidence of good faith, also your Division No., etc. Typewriter Sales Company, “i?' 36 S. State St., Chicago FREE TRIAL ORDER BLANK Typewriter Sales Co., Dept. 12, 36 S. State St, Chicago Gentlemen — Please ship me a No. 4 Underwood Typewriter, F. O. B. Chicago, per your Ad. in Railroad Telegrapher. I will either accept the typewriter within five days of its receipt, or I will return same to you at your expense. If I accept the typewriter I will remit $5.00 within the five days and pay the balance in monthly installments of five dollars each until the price, $58.50, has been paid. Title of machine to remain in your name until machine is fully paid for. Address . References Required. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 145 The Trained Man Dodges the Axe This old axe has swung ping off heads of workers who You’ve seen it. You know it’s “get their time.” You know that sooner when the real test of your ability will come. since the year one, lop- haven’ t “made good.” a fact. You’ve seen men or later there’ll be a day Will you “get the axe,” or will you dodge it and continue to grow in your position? If you have special training for some well-paid line of work you like, you can laugh whenever you think of the axe swinging. The International Corre- spondence Schools will bring special training to you whenever you will, wherever you may be, whoever you are, whatever your age or schooling, or however han- dicapped you think you may be. For twenty-one years the I. C. S. has been raising salaries of poorly paid but ambi- tious men. Can you read and write? Are you ambitious? That’s all the qualification you need. If you're* “hard up” the I. C. S. will arrange terms to suit you. If you have only 25 minutes spare time daily that's all the I. C. S. asks. If you’re a slow worker, the I. C. S. will not hurry you. If you’re apt, the I. C. S. moves at the pace you set. You wait for nobody. You’re not hurried. Here’s another thing: Without charging you a penny or placing you under any obli- gation, the I. C. S. will send you all the facts regarding its proven ability to help you. All you have to do to find out is simply mark and mail the attached coupon today. The I. C. S. will also send you names of men right in your own neighborhood who have had their salaries raised and positions bettered through I. C. S. help. Don’t doubt. Don’t delay. Put your ambition to the test by marking and mailing the coupon NOW. your a / INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOLS Box SCRANTON. PA. Explain, without further obligation on my part, how I can qualify for the position before which 1 mark X. Electrical Engineer Electric Lighting Supt. Electric Car Running Electric Wlreman Telephone Expert Architect Building Contractor Architectural Draftsman Structural Engineer Concrete Construction Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Draftsman Refrigeration Engineer Civil Engineer Surveyor Mine Superintendent Metal Mining Loroaotive Fireman AEiig. Stationary Engineer Textile Manufacturing Gas Engines Automobile Running Civil Service Railway Mail Clerk Bookkeeping HlraogrnphTATTpewriling Window Trimming Show-Card Writing Lettering A Sign Painting Advertising Salesman Commercial Illustrating Industrial Designing Commercial Law Teacher English Branches (»ood F.nglKh for Every One Agriculture Poultry Farming Phmihlnir A Slenm Fitting Sheet-Metal Worker Navigation Spanish Languages French Chemist German Present Occupation. Street and No._ City Digitized by r ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ M ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Go ]Le

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146 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Fold It Up and Tote it Home Jump off, and in 15 seconds you are on your way carrying it with you. That’s all there is to the Something of this sort is what you fellows have been looking for, isn’t it ? The Tranco weighs only 52 pounds, yet Is made to stand up under all kinds of usage. The frame Is of special trussed construction — the material being selected white ash. No tubing to get bent or out of true. The wheels are pressed steel. It Is the strongest and yet lightest construction possi- ble. Ball-bearings t hroughout. A speed of 30 milts per hour If you want It. When the Tranco Is folded and stood on end it occupies a floor space of but 24 by 12 Inches Our special price to operators places the Tranco easily within your reach. Fill out and mall the coupon today for full particulars. Spring Is coming, and you’ll waut a I'ranco then sure! Track Necessities Co., 343 So. Dearborn St., Chicago. I’lcase send me circular and price on a Tranco Folding Velocipede, as advertised In K. II. Telegrapher. Name Address. R. R BOOK OF GOLD Free To Agents Our wonderful “Book of Gold” towers bend and shoulders over anything ever attempted by any Mad e-to-Measu re Tail- oring House. Free outfits cost us $4*,000 — others can’t imitate— in actual gold — Agents quickly throw away ordinary outfits moment they see this dazzling “BOOK OF GOLD!” Never before such a wonderful chance for you to make aWeekEasy F GOLD”— with pick of 5. too Swell Samples, 60 wondrous fashion plates — makes successsure. No expert* ence or capital needed. Go out any day and clean up $5 to $15 in few hours. Or- ders come easy— satisfaction guaranteed by $5,000 cash bond— you simply can ’t fail with our help! We stand back of our work with u real— notsham— guarantee. We prepay express charges on all orders. Your Own Clothes Free follow your nppcarance — the u BOOK OF GOLD ” docs the rest— positively no competition. Get Our Startling Offer Biggest— best— grandest money making chance— for new or old agents. Trial will prove! Let us show you. Send name today and see what we send you FREE! Don’t miss this. Ne — Different— Original. Write i guick. forget everything a r/ng.T Everything FREE! GREAT CENTRAL TAILORING COMPANY. Dept. 755 iackson Blvd., CHICAGO, ILL. Not Imitation — ^ A Marvelous Reconstructed Gem —tin; greatest triumph of the electric furnace. Will cut glass stands filing, fire and acid tests like a diamond— guaranteed to contain no glass. Remoh Gems have no paste, foil or artificial bucking — their brilliancy is guaran- teed forever. One-thirtieth the cost of a dia- mond. These remarkable gems are set only in 14 Karat Solid Gold Mountings. Sent on Approval Anywhere —your money cheerfully refunded if not per- fectly satisfactory. Write for our De k. Luxe Jewel Hook— yours for — the asking. Address Remoh Jewelry Co. ; - CO I Washington Ate., St. Lonla j

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 147 University Instruction At Home |t Learn law in the greatest law school for home study in the world. Many brilliant lawyers studied law at home. Resolve NOW to take advantage of our remarkable offer to give you a complete three years’ course without charge. Read the offer, then clip the coupon at the bottom of the page and send it to us at ONCE. Superior Advantages of Our School We have ten years of successful experience in teaching law by cor- respondence. We have a lar^e and distinguished faculty and staff of special lecturers — men whose prominence insures efficient service. We are the only school that actually combines the case and text book method of instruction — same as Harvard , Colum- bia, Michigan and other big universities. Our course is adapted for men who want to prepare for the practice of law, of for men who want legal knowledge for business purposes. We have the simple, easy and direct method of law instruction. Our course has brevity and conciseness— takes only your spare time. Our Great Scholarship Offer At this particular time we offer you a tuition credit valued at $100 absolutely without charge. This tuition credit entitles you to a complete three years’ course in our School — Lectures, Faculty Talks, Examinations and the services of our Consulting Department. We are doing this for advertising purposes. The offer is open for a limited time only. Take advantage of this remarkable oppor- tunity NOW. Get your tuition in a great law fn-hool — the greatest in the world— without a cent of cost to you. Your only | expense will be for text and postage. This oiler is limited so get particulars at once— mail the coupon now— this very day. 1 5HIP I +m ■ mm Vie Furnish This Magnificent LAW LIBRARY With Every SCHOLARSHIP This magnificent set of law books, complete in twelve volumes, covers all the subjects of law. It is written so you can understand every detail of the most complex law problems. The original cost of this library was over $50,000.00. Constant revision insures everything being strictly up-to-date. ^ With the aid of these splendid volumes you will grasp the subject of law in a surprisingly short time l||ff|M|tatjAH RIICIMPCC I AiA# mil DC r We have a course for those who do not intend to DU9IHL99 LAW practice law. but who want a knowledge of law for . / Coupon American Correspond dence School of Law, Dipl. 2584 Manhattan Bldg, Chicago, U, business purposes. You should know the law even if you never expect to practice at the bar. Ignor- ance of the law excuses no one. No knowledge more important or practical. To know the law is a liberal education in itself.lt sharpens the reason, broadens the mind and perfects the memory. Knowing law is the best guarantee of success in any business. We Guarantee To Coach free any rrsdaste failing to Pass bar examina- tion. Our course Cover* all branches of American Law and Includes same studies ss leading law Schools. Mail Coupon Today today. It will bring our big 130-page catalog FREE. In it is a splendid art icle on "The Importance of a Law Education." We will also tell you of our special scholarship offer. Remem- ber. this offer entitles you to s complete three-year course in our ^ school absolutely without charge. Offer is limited— send coupon now. American Correspondence School of Law Manhattan Building, Dept. 2584 Chicago, III. a a. ' Gentlemen: Without any obliga- tions on me whatsoever, please send me your catalogue and particulars of your scholarship offer. AT« 'Digitized by V

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 48 00 PER MONTH MODEL No. 10 Visible Writing Smith Premier Send No Money. Simply Mall Coupon FOR FIVE DAYS' FREE TRIAL DON’T PUMP YOUR LIFE AWAY ON A HAND CAR OR VELOCIPEDE WHEN YOU CAN RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE No. 2 ROCKFORD CAR. Let us tell you about it. Address CHICAGO PNEUMATIC TOOI CHICAGO NEM Branches Everywhere YOURS FOR $54.50. Absolutely Perfect Machine Guaranteed Like New. $9.30 After 5 Days* Trial, Then $3.00 Per Month. You all know the Famous Model No. 10 Smith Premier. Thousands of these typewriters are in daily use all over the World. These mills we are offering are the latest style of this famous No. 10 Model; they have every improvement and every feature that ever wont with this machine — the writ- ing completely visible, the back spacer, tabulator, two color ribbon; in fact, all the latest modern up-to-date features. The double keyboard having a key for each character makes this Model No. 10 exceptionally speedy for work on the wire. Key- board writes 84 characters. These Visible Writing Smith Premiers are in absolutely perfect A. A. Grade. New mechanical condition and appearance. They will write as perfect and clean-cut a letter as any machine you could buy at any price. We guarantee them to be free from any flaw in material or workmanship for one year from date of purchase. This same guar- antee is given by all standard manufacturers. This is your opportunity to get the Visible Smith Premier you have been wanting for so long. We haven’t many of them. Mail the coupon today. TYPEWRITER INSTALLMENT COMPANY 174 N. Dearborn St., Chicago, III. You may send me the latest style Model No. 10 Smith Premier Visible described above f.o. b. Chicago, on five days* free trial. I will send you $0.50 within five days after I receive the typewriter, and then $3.00 per month until the $54.50 is paid, when you are to mail me complete receipted bill of sale and the typewriter becomes my property: until then the title remains In you. I agree to notify you during the five days' trial If I don’t want to keep It and holdf for ship- ping Instructions. The Standard Guarantee for one yeur goes with the machine. Name ADDRESS REFERENCES

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Typewriting That If you think that your typewriting ability cuts but litde figure in determining your salary , get this free book and learn how hundreds of your fellow- Telegraphers have won BIO INCREASES by acquiring speed and accuracy on the machine . I! You Want More Speed— More Salary Study the Tulloss Touch System. New method, entirely different from all others, quickly brings the expert’s speed and accuracy— the expert’s salary. Spe- cial Finger Training Exercises bring results in days that ordinary methods will not produce in months. Spare-time study. N o interference with regular work. Fot beginners or experienced operators. Why be satisfied with a medium ability, and a medium salary, when by only a few weeks’ spare-time study you can change from “sight” to “touch,” from aver- age ability to expert, — make your work demand the high-grade salary? Send for our new 64=Page Free Book It fully describes this fast and accurate salary-raising method. Gives complete outline of lessons. Filled with new ideas and valuable suggestions. Tells how high speed is gained — how to avoid errors — what practice work is best. It will tell you more about actual practical touch typewriting than most instruction books. One reader writes: “I got more real help from your FREE Book than from an entire business college course.” Any typewri ter user may have a copy \ absolutely free . Send for your copy \ today. There is no expense, no obli- Jk gation. You cannot afford to be without the information this book ^ 3 contains. Send now. Are You Equipped for the Big-Salaried Place To be capable of holding down the high- grade position you must be speedy and accurate in typewriting. You can send without the typewriter — but you can not receive in the modern, efficient, salary-de- AND THE SALARY 1 SUREc ious of the typewriter itself — your undi- vided attention on the ticking of the key. That is Touch Typewriting, the mastery of which we want you to attain. The Tulloss Touch Writer operates his typewriter automatically — without thinking for an instant of the operation. He has only to think the words as they sound into his ears from the key, and the fingers will of them- selves find their way to the proper type- writer keys. He never need look at his hands, or the keyboard. Should the lights go out while he is writing, he can go right on writing with absolute accuracy at' the very highest rate of speed, for he can write just as well in the dark, as in broad daylight. Precisely such an ability as that — seemingly hard to attain, and by ordinary methods so difficult as to be almost impossible — You can attain— WE UNRESERVEDLY GUARANTEE JT. A few weeks’ spare time study will increase your speed up to 75 to 90 words a minute —will bring your accuracy up to the per- fection point— will make you MASTER of REAL touch typewriting. Don’t be a slave to your machine. Master it, make it your servant — and it will aid you mightily toward the better salary and bigger career you are ambitious for. If you are willing to be shown how you can, in this easy way. positively and quickly increase your ability and income, just fill out and mail this coupon. The book which gives full information about this salary raising method will be sent you by return mail, free of charge. THE TULLOSS SCHOOL OFTOUCH TYPEWRITING 244 College Hill. Springfield, 0. . Send This Coupon NoW ^ 244 College Hill. Springfield, Ohio, rieareeend me free of all charge, your book on Expert Typewriting. ^le

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Be a Doctor* of Chiropractic! The NewDrugless Healing Science OF SPIN AI< ADJUSTMENT A Dignified, Profitable Profession Easily Learned at Home. Steady Demand for Practitioner* Every- where — Our Students Surprisingly Successful Make $3000 to $5000 a Year Your income as a Chiropractor can be this much or more year after year. At the same time you will be serving suffering humanity. Dr. Walter made $50^ the third month after starting; R. M. Johnson has added over $3,000 a year to his income;Vem Sharpsteen makes 140.00 a day. In addition, this fascinating profession i# building up for these former students of ours a spies* did social and professional reputation. We taught these men in tlwir spare time by correspondence, and in class, to be Doctors ot Chiropractic— the NEW DRUGLESS , HEALING SCIENCE M ot Spinal Adjustment —and thereby made them ind** ™ pendent for life. We will guar- ^ antee to teach you with equal d tuccesa. A common school ' education is all you need to begin— our simplified training 1 does the rest. Sample lesson sheets and ill us- pi UU mu trated book giving full instruc- Eg Hn Ma tions how to get into this well-paid, tk |l ISi ancrowded profession at once— nailed National School of Chiropractic. Dept 144. 1SS3 W. lafeoa SL. (W WANTED AN 0. R. T. MAN TO WORK FOR US A Railway man, while actively em- / ployed in Railway work at every divi- X* sion terminal, to represent the greatest \/ fraternal financial corporation of its kind in the United States. Make more money while holding your own position. Any man who can read and talk is acceptable, providing he be in good standing with the O. R. T. m'i I RAILWAY REALTY AND INVESTMENT CO. Suite 509 Hibernian Bldg. LOS ANGELES .... CALIFORNIA

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When addressing our advertiscis, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 151 NO CAPITAL NECESSARY If you are ambitious to better your condition— If you want to establish yourself In a splendid paying business requiring no capital— send me your name and address and 1 will mall you — free — a valuable 62-page pro*pecta» explaining our system of money-making, without Interfering with your present occupation. We have perfected a thoroughly practical scien- tific method of teaching by mall the Real Estate, Brokerage and Insurance Business Under our plan, we teach these big money-making branches. When you are thoroughly qualified to make a success of the business, we appoint you Special Representative This gives you a chance to Identify yourself with the oldest and largest Co-operative Real Estate and Brokerage Company in America- By our system you can — if you will— be making money In a few w’eeks without conflicting In any way with your regular work. Our Co-oper- ative Department will give you more choice, salable property to handle than any other concern in the world. So the sooner you Investigate our plnn, the sooner you will get your name on your own real estate signs and be ready for business. Valuable Commercial Law Course Free To each of our representatives we also give a thorough course In com- mercial law without cost. The Instruction Is indispensible to any man who wants to make his way In the business w’orlci. We teach you, free, every thing you need to know to successfully meet legal problems that may arise in any business trans- action. And we also furnish you free legal advice whenever you require It. Send For This Book Now Oar Big 62 Page Free Prospectus will prove of great interest and real value to anyone, but It Is of vital importance to office employes, sales- men. agents, clerks, solicitors and others who arc ambitious to enter the Tealms of better things in business. This book is an inspiration to the Indifferent, a spur to the laggard, and a stimulus to the ambitious. 16 deals with the great problems of business, and points the only sure way to the complete mastery of Real Estate, Brokerage and Insurance, threo of the most profitable branches of modern business, which have made many millionaires and brought great prosperity to tens of thousands of active, energetic men all over the land. MAIL THE COUPON TODAY Act! Anything that is worth doing Is worth ? promptly. Resolve to send for this big free prospectus, and send for ght now, while the matter Is before you. * I’ll do it tomorrow has the grave of countless good Intentions. ‘ I’ll do it today is the solid Don’t procrastinate. doing U rigL._ been the lock on which to build the only enduring success. Just clip the coupon. All It out. sign and send today. By return mail yon will receive free the invaluable book, which to thousands of ambitious men has proved the key that opens the door of great achievements in business* INTERNATIONAL REALTY CORPORATION, 1773 Manhattan Building, Chicago COUPON The International Realty Corporation, 1773 Maahattan Building, Chicago Please send me, by return mail, your blg62-page Free Prospectus and oblige. Name Address

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152 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Pay As You Are Able Your Credit Is Good [ Send your name first— Send no money. Get our latest Big Encyclopedia of hun- dreds of latest Fashions and Free Samples of men’s 1913 Spring Suits and Overcoats mailed at our expense. Dress Like The Best Guaranteed Perfect Fit Absolute Satisfaction Guaran- teed, or no charge. You’ll save bigr money too. Prices lower than cash tailors and your credit it good with us for all you want. MADE -TO- ORDER Your Own Measure No extra char sres. No interest. No security asked. Save biar money and compare our sroods and styles with all others. You’ll be perfectly astonished at our splendid values. Take Six Months To Pay Us You take no risk. Your own eyes judfire our values. Select your cloth from our sample book and then let us make your suit to your measure. We guarantee safe delivery and perfect fit, and all is Sent On Approval Don’t Delay. You can now dress just as vou like— have all the latest, swellest clothes— surprise your friends with some- thing in new styles— have hitrger selection than any city and town tailors could show you. The magnificent style book is sent Free. Write a Postal Now, while you think of it, and get our style book. Stanley - Rogers Co., 526- 534 S. Clark Street, CHICAGO. ILL. The World's Foremost Credit Tailors for Men. Caution: NO AGENTS, NO CANVASSING. NO COLLECTORS WRITE US TO-DAY You Can Afford These Fashionable Jewels QA Buys Men’s %D.9U Hoi id Gold , ' Tooth Ring, % ct. I Lapid Gem. $5.90 “id Hoi -■ by Jewel Policy . Against Loss ' of Stone' I I .Brilliancy or . III Damage. ’ id (iold Ring* H ct. Lapid Gem. $4.90 ®0i .'d “Gold Stud. H ct. Lapid A ffOQA j W Red White Blue' _ ▼ Buva/^ ~ Ruby- Diamond -Saphire r6reaiott Producltou of the Btm Chemists’ Art ' _apid Jewels are truo reproductions of u. P ural itoora— ao ' * * 1 . . r color, weight or b denote r Parcel Poet prepaid on receipt of price. Special tarma to aarenla. _ . reset Jewelry and belrlpoau with upM*. Jewel Inaaranee Policy 1 1 with each purchase . Write for catalog showing many new styles. Albert W.&gtl(G#« Sep** 9inoeis79)M.M.il00 Dovsr it., Chicago $200 A MONTH BE YOUR OWN BOSS If you arc making leas than $50 a waek you should write us today. We can help you to wealth and in- dependence by our plan. You can work when you please, where you please, always have money and the means of making barrels more of it. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE to start out from home on a combined business am) pleasure trip, stay at the best hotels, and live like a lord ami clean up $10 every day. Work at amusement places, crowded street corners, manufacturing institutions, anywhere and everywhere, ten minutes’ walk from home or on the other side of the globe. Just set a machine up any place you happen to select, and clean up $10 above operating expenses each and every day. PAPER POST CARDS DIRECT My proposition is the WONDERFUL NEW COMBINATION CAMERA, with which you can take and Instantaneously develop L/Am ui\A , witu wuicu /uu vau Htac nuu luoHMiMiiiCvUoijf utrvnup eleven entirely different styles of pictures including Buttons, four styles and sixes of Paper Poet Cards and six styles of Tintype Pictures. Every plate la developed or negatives, and is ready to detiv than a minute after making the exposure. This REMARK- Pictures. Every plate la developed without the use of films or negatives, and is ready to deliver to your customer In teu ABLE INVENTION takes lbO pictures an hour. Everybody wants pictures, and each sale you make advertises * and makes more sales lor you. » your business NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Simple Instructions acoompany each Outfit and you ean begin to make money in fifteen minutes after the outfit reaches you. A trilling investment will get this WONDERFUL OUTFIT for you and put you.in a position to make $2,500 a year. If you vsnt to be independent and absolutely your own boss, write the todsy and I will send you by return mall, full free Information rtgardiBC this WONDERFUL PROPOSITION, including letters offertiu positive proofs from every part of the world. DON’T DELAY. ANSWER THIS ANNOUNCEMENT TODAY. L. LASGELLE, Mgr. 627 W. 43d St.. Dept. 973, New York. U. S. A. Despondent Men If you are suffering from the results of Blood Poison, Skin Diseases, Rheumatism, Ulcers, Lupus, Bladder, Stomach and Kidney Trouble, If you are diseou raged, despondent, would you rather consult the Orig- inator or a crude imi- tator! I am the Origin- ator of the “Specific Blood Cell Remedies, 99 the original and only remedies that have the endorsement of leading scientific authors ana educators. Do not pay Sour good money to fmi- itors, whose so-called remedies are too ex- pensive at any price. 1 have given years of my life to perfect these rem- edies ror an immediate and sure relief of Specific Blood Poison. 1 will accept your case without your paying me one single cent in advance for my services. I have sufficient confidence in mankind to know that you will pay after I have eliminated every trace of dis- ease from your system. Remember, 1 see all Fatients personally. No guesswork, no uncertainty. have successfully treated over 60,000 cases in the past 20 years. Isn’t it worth something for you to know that the doctor who is treating you has had this long, varied and successful experience ! H. D. REYNOLDS, M. D. 39 W. Adams St., Digitized by Chicago, 111. Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 153 Paving a Pathway to Prosperity By FRANKLIN O. KINO “Every Man Is the Architect of His Own Fortune,” was a Copy Book Precept when I went to School “in *61.” Since then My Ex- perience is that Every Man is Not Only the Architect, but usually the Mason, Carpenter, Hod-Carrier, Plasterer, and Almost the Fin- isher of His Own Destinies, so far as this World Is Concerned. About the Next 1 am not so sure. Why Are You What You Are Today? Answer— because You are What You deliber- ately Chose To Be. Somewhere, Sometime, in Your Career, You have Stood Halting Between Two Courses. To Your Eternal Shame you took The Easiest Way — “The Primrose Path of Dalli- ance,” Perchance, and Here You are Today. Yon Might Have Been a Leader Among Men, but You are Merely Car- rying a Spear in the Rear Ranks because You didn't Have the Moral Stamina to say “Yes” or “No” at the Right Time. I Remember a Little Couplet 1 read as a Youngster, which ran Something like this — “Our Little Lives are Kept in Equipoise by Opposite Attractions and Desires; the Struggle of the Instinct that Enjoys, and the More Noble In- stinct that Aspires.” The Trouble with Most of Us is We let the Instinct that Enjoys overcome the Instinct that Aspires. For a Pew Foolish, Fleet- ing Pleasures we Neglect the Greatest Opportun- ities Life has to Offer, and the Sunset of Our Days Promises to be One Refrain of Regret. Two Texas Gulf Products. Long, Repeated They Say There is No Royal Road to Riches. Gray, in his Elegy, said: — “The Paths of Glory Lead but to the Grave,” but for that Matter, so do All Other Paths. While we are Rehearsing for the Funeral, however. Let Us Live by the Way, but Let Us Try to Leave a Good living for the Loved Ones Left Behind. I want to Point Out to You Today the Path- way to Prosperity, and You, and You Alone, can Pave the Way. Today is Short ; Yesterday Is Gone; Tomorrow may Never Come; the Path to Prosperity Lies Before you— Why Not Start IVGTP/ Statistics bring out the Deplorable Fact that Not One Man in Ten saves $1,000 in His Life- time. Of Course, the Possession of $100 or $1,000 never Made Any Man Rich, but the Judicious Use of These Amounts has put Many a Man on the Path to Prosperity and Carried him Through to His Goal. Once Again I Repeat It, Saving is the Antidote for Slaving. The Systematic Saver, However, « Accumu- lates Slowly, unless his Savings are Put to Work where They can Earn Something Worth While, Fifteen Hundred Dollars put Into the Savings Bank will, in One Year, at 3 per cent, earn You less than Fifty Dollars. Half of Fif- teen Hundred Dollars, Invested In One of our Ten-Acre Danbury Colony Farms, In conven- ient Monthly Payments (Protected by Sickness and Insurance Clauses) will Earn Freedom from Care, and that Comfort which comes from the Ability to sit under One’s “Own Vine and Fig Tree,” with a certain Income Assured. I believe you could save Twenty-Five Cents a Day if You Tried. I know you would Try if you Realized that our Growers of Figs, Strawberries and Early Vegetables clear a net profit of $300 to $500 an Acre. Men have Real- ized more than $1,000 an acre growing Oranges in our Country. Remember that our Early Vegetables get to Northern Markets in Mid- Winter and Early Spring, when they command Top Prices. Haas Brothers, two German Truck Growers near our Colony, last Year Made $9,000 on Thirty Acres of Straw* berries. This year they will have Eighty Acres of Strawberries which is the Proof of the Pad- ding. David Yancey, within about five Miles of our Colony, this Year, pro- duced $4,500 from Ten Acres of Sweet Potatoes. If This doesn’t Spell Prosperity, I don’t Know the Meaning oi the Word. We are situated within convenient shipping dis- tance of Three Good Rail- roads and In addition to this have the inestimable Advantages of Water Transportation through the Splendid Harbors of Galveston and Velasco, so that our Freight Rates are Cut Practically in Half. The Climate is Extremely Healthful and Superior to that of California or Florida- Winter or Summer— owing to the Constant Gulf Breeze. Our Contract Embodies Life and Accident Insurance, and should You Die or become totally disabled. Your family, or anyone else You name, will get the Farm without the Payment of Another Penny. If you should be Dissatisfied, we will Absolutely Refund your Money, as per the Terms of our Guarantee. Write for our Free Book, which contains nearly 100 Photographs of Growing Crops, etc. Fill Out the Blank Space below with your Name and Address, plainly written and mail it to the Texas-Gulf Realty Company, 1516 Peoples Gas Bldg., Chicago, 111. Read it Care- fully, then use your own Good Judgment. Pleasesend me your book “Independence With Ten Acres." Digitized by Google

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L. C. Smith & Bro. , Don't suppose that it is any news to you how your maohinee stand up. The above shows the oondition of my machine after eight years in a rail road telegraph office where it was oommon property with all the operators. A competitor of yours told me when I bought my Smith thAt it would be alright for a while but would not stand up after a time. I have never spent a oent for repairs and it is as good to day as it ever was and I would not trade it for any other make on the market for $10.00 boot. Yours truly, V. A. Downey, w . Agent. C. B. & Q, R. R. Pleasant Dale, Neb., 13/18rl3. - THIS TELLS THE STORY Write for free book to L. C. Smith & Bros. Typewriter Company, Syraoooe, N. Y. Digitized by v^ooQle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 155 GUARANTEED 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE, LEVER SET, Complete la tflA/Xnr 25-Year Plain II |) Polished or y jlrl Hand-Engraved Case “ If Read the Factory Descri 75 No. 1007 SPECIAL GUARANTEED 25 YEARS WRITE Today lor FREE CATALOG tion of this Fine Watch: Pendant winding, 21 Ruby and Sapphire Jewels, Gold Jewel Settings, Double-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and cap- jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance, Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochronism, five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self-locking setting device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving inlaid with gold, plates beautifully demaskeened and finely finished. Money Down, $5 a Months We have only a limited number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you wish to carry the very best watch made, you should get your order Sg to us before the present supply is exhausted. Remember this is a genuine 21 jewel, thin model Elgin, guaranteed to pass rail- road inspection anywhere in the world. Every one of these # watches is thoroughly Timed and Factory Inspecte^and carries with it an official time rating card from c the Factory. Let us send you one ^ .. days approvaL Send the Coupon TODAY, HARRIS-GOAR CO. / / Dept 861 Kansas City, Mo. /' / Ths House That Bells Moss Hon Watches Than Art Other Firm in the World. Digitized by '

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156 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Yon Can Own ■this Typewriter Save yourself time and energy by mak- ing your reports on a Pittsburgh Visible. This machine sells for one-third less than the standard cost Our price of 165 is possible only by low overhead expense —no salesmen’s salaries, and no branch- office expense. Write for details of our co-operative selling plan. 12.50 puts this machine in your home, with no additional outlay . Has all latest improvements, including remov- able type basket, back spacer, tabulator, two- color ribbons, perfect touch, quick action, absolute alignment and universal keyboard. Writing always visible. PITTSBURGH VISIBLE TYPEWRITER CO. Dept 37, Union Bank Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. “Rebuilt” Typewriters Are all right, but honestly, now, wouldn't you prefer an almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt" you ever I saw, especially if the difference in price is many big, round dollars? 1 sell i both kinds, but I KNOW which kind will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you will only drop me a line. I sell both kinds (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago for nearly twenty years. I sell sending machines, too, at lowest prices; also cords for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I'll help swell I that bank account of yours. WM. T. PLUMMER 882 S. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ILL. Cat 2093. Grand Dniim. O. R. T. Fit* Financial Sec’y Chicago Local No. 1 . C.T.U.A. TYPEWRITERS MAKES — At V* to 14 Manufacture!''* Prices — ALL THE STANDARD MACHINES. INCLUDING LATEST MODELS SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE. WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. 2S. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM "“3jSE2 JR RENTAL APPUEDH ON PRICE. I 34-36 W. LAKE 8TREET (largest Mepwtat Dialers la the Wsrld.) OHIOAOO T YOUR IDEAS $9,800 offered for certain Inven- •. Book “How to Obtain a Patent" and What to Invent” sent free. Send rough sketch for free report as to pa ten t- ablir.y. Patents advertised for saJe at our expense In Manufacturers’ Journals. CHANDLEE & CHANDLEE. Patent AtTys £alaMhb*l 10 Y«*ra ALL MAKES TYPEWRITERS Don t boy a typewriter from any one at any price until you receive oar an catalogue No. 6U. Unheard-of prices and ex- press paid, free trial Oder. All machines are rebuilt, rc- niofealed, wJalaiiuhL Look like new and guaranteed good as new. Sand I for one and be convinced. Bmtagfem Bo. « and Hmtih Premiere Bo. 2 $19.60 Olivers Bo. 6, Underwood* So. 4, L. C. Smith* So. 2 Si .00 Other standard makes cheapen. 1 Type.* tier lupMtka Co., 237 West 4th Bk, CUelaaaU. 0. TYPEWRITERS 816, 636, 660. MmrfBctmr’s Prist, SIM. tor Prist. SIS It S2S. RESULT TYPEWRITER CS. 21SI.TMKfcSL, SL Lute. Ms. S14 IreidwBj, tew Ttis WRITE SE for past every aixmakim W. A. WHITEHEAD l«e North LoSallo St. . OHIOAOO Digitized by VjOLJ I

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad TeWranher. 157 the winner used a Remington. We are speaking of the Kansas City Tournament. The winner of the receiving contest was Mr. J. Purcell, Jr., who came within an ace of beating th.e world’s record. Mr. Purcell used a Remington Typewriter Ask the opinions or take a vote among any number of “mill” operators and you will find that there is “ nothing to it” but the Remington. The average teleg- rapher swears by the Reming- ton because he knows the Remington and he knows what he wants. He knows by experi- ence that the Remington is the swiftest machine; the most de- pendable machine; the machine that never quits on him, but is always there with the goods. Send for our latest booklet, “Some Points on the Visible Remingtons.” Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere FREE ROOIC Sign the coupon and mail it to us today. Get our splendid big FREE book telling you all about the marvels of Vibration • Jr Read what scientistssay about it. Post yourself on what it will j do for you. Learn all about St the White Cross Elec . jZit trie Vibrator and our SpjVA limited offer. You are Jy,- under no obligations & ^ at all — all you need to \ . i do is to send the coupon today— you can send a postal card or a letter, but the coupon will do just as well. Lindstrom-Smith Co. j? 218 S. Wabash Av. D«*K 2584 Chicago, III. V SEND FOR y V THIS . •V book Jr Lindstrom, J> Smith Co. \ JrziS S. W^ash Av Desk 2584 * Chicago, Illinois u S Without any obligations Jr on my part, please send / JjT me. free and prepaid, you# V free book on Vibration, full par- * ticuUrs of the White Cross Vibra* tor and your Special 60-Day Utter. Name. Digitize

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ANY PiratZ: STTL £ bamiSDBg i When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. UW SHOULD STOP SALE OF LE& STRAP AND SPRIN6 TRUSSES Ek'usant, congenial, outdoor work, awaits you. - /./, earn, by mall, at home, from Poultry Expert*, I t how to operaUut money-making poultry business. |A/r TEACH YOU Wf Cl SET YOU UP IN BUSINESS T at once, for this season, with equipment and select flock prixe / fowls from our big $25,000 poultry plant. Details, and splendid I illustrated Brochures. FREE. This offer limited— write today. V Park Ridge School of Poultry Culture, Suite 10, Ksin’s eid8.. Chicago Wr«| To Bay AiytMof For Rijturc Vlthoat Gettlnf 10 Diyi’ Trill Depending on leg-etrap or spring trusses — like shown below— is little less than slow suicide. They are almost sure to shorten your life. It’s next to impossible to make them hold without hurting. They are simply a curse to wear. ■ mm m m f Leading: Law School 111/1/ Est.r“e92 mSM ^m Prepares for the Bar. WaaM m V H Three Court's: College, ™ " * Post-Graduate and Bast ness law. Claseee be^ln each month. Send for catalog giving rules for ad* mlMHlou to the bar of the several States. The Grtefett Correspondence Lav School In the World Chicago Correspondence School of Law 654 Reaper Block, Chicago AWAY WITH LEG-STRAP f / V — Jg ANI SPRING TRUSSES Jft-i V7_\ So ter as we know, our guaran- teed rupture holder Is the only ■ thing of any kind for rupture m: I that you can get on 60 days* l l | trial- the only tiling we know of WL \ good enough to stand such a long ■PflyllW "i V' andtl :-ugh teat. It's the famous XiipM Clul ie Automatic Massaging i|l|||Mi\ \ $ Truss LLiadt; on an absolutely muir ira* new principle— has 18 patented features. Self-adjusting. Does away with the misery of wearing belts, leg-straps and swings. Guaranteed to hold at all times — including when you are working, taking a bath, etc. Has cured In case after case that seemed hopeless. ^ ^ . Write for Free Book of Advice — Cloth-bound, 104 pages. Explains the dangers of operation. Shows Just what's wrong with elastic and spring trusses, and why drugstores should no more be allowed to fit trusses than to perform operations. Exposes the humbugs — shows bow old-fashioned worthless trusses are sold under false and misleading names. Tells all about the care and attention we give you. Endorsements from over 5.000 people. Including physicians. Write today — find out how you can prove every word we say by making a 60-day Diamonds. at 1-40 the cost ON S0L10 60L0 RINGS Stand acid test and expert examination. We guarantee them. See them first — then nay. Special Offer-14k Tiffany ring 1 ct. $5.98. Gent’s ring 1 ct. $6.08. 14k Stud i ct. $4.86. Sent C. O. D. for inspection. Catalog FREE, shows full line. Patent ring gauge Included. 10c- Baroda Co., Dept* 71 Leland and Dover St,, rtikisi MAKE «0to*25aWeelSS know It. Pleasant, easy to take. Results quick, sure, lasting. No craving for tobacco in any form after first dose. Not a substitute. Harmless, no poisonous hablt- formlng drugs. Satisfactory results guaranteed in every case or money refunded. Tobacco Redeemer is the only absolutely Scientific and thoroughly dependable tobacco remedy ever discovered. Write for free booklet and positive proof. Newell Pharmacal Co, Dept. 48. St. Louis, Mo, TYPEWRITERS K himself. Get out of the rut and Make $25 to $100 a Week ire manufacturers and market our Patented ies exclusively through our dealers. Wa far- thing. Big profit*. Small capital. Nocan- v»».iuK. Nw experience necessary. Begin at your own home. ~ """" * — **— 2,000 Underwoods, Smiths, Olivers, Remington, etc , from $10 up. Every machine in perfect condition, guar- anteed two years, with privilege to $15.00 each while they last. Write for rate prices and FREE TRIAL OFFER. JUl-Mikcs Tyfcwriter Exchisjc, RT 182 N. Dtsrboni St. Chkifo. UIl , __ .. ipare time. Grasp TOUR opportunity. Write us right now for full particulars (copyrighted) plan, sworn state- ments and positive proof. J. M. Pease Mfft. Co.. D«»t.O, Ptm W4t. Nil, Stitrt. MA.U.

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159 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. This Washer Must Pay for Itself. A MAN tried to sell me a horse once. He said U was a fine horse and had nothing the matter with It. I wanted a fine horse. But, I didn't know anything about horses much. And I didn’t know th^ mnn very well either. So I told him I wanted to try the horse for » wftnt-h- He said "All right, but pay me first, and I'll give you back your money If the horse Isn't all right. ’ Well, I didn’t like that. I was afraid the horse wasn’t "all right” and that I might have to whistle for my money if I once parted with it. So I didn't buy the horse although I wanted It badly. Now this set me ♦hlnlcing. You see I make Wash- ing Machines — the "1900 Gravity" Washer. And I said to myself, lots of people may think about my Washing Ma- chine as I thought about the horse, and about the man who owned it. But I'd never know, because they wouldn't write and tell me. You see I sell my Washing Machines by mall, I have sold over half a million that way. So, thought I, it is only fair enough to let people try my Washing Machines for a month, before they pay for them, just as I wanted to try the horse. Now. I know what our "1900 Gravity” Washer will do. I know it will wash the clothes, without wearing or tearing them, in less than half the time they can be washed by hand or by any other machine. I know it will wash a tub full of very dirty clothes in six minutes. I know no other machine ever in- vented can do that, without wearing out the clothes. Our "1900 Gravity” Washer does the work so easy that a child can run it almost as well as a strong woman, and it don’t wear the clothes, fray the edges nor break buttons the way all other machines do. It just drives soapy water clear through the fibres of the clothes like a force pump might. So^said I to myself, I will do with my "1900 Grav- ity” Washer what I wanted the man to do with the horse. Only I won’t wait for people to ask me. I'll offer first, and I’ll make good the offer every time. Let me send you a "1900 Gravity” Washer on a month’s free trial. I'll pay the freight out of my own pocket, and if you don’t want the machine after you've used it a month, I’ll take it baok and pay the freight too. Surely that is fair enough, isn't it? Doesn’t it prove that the "1900 Gravity” Washer must be all that I say it is? And you can pay me out of what It saves for you. It will save its whole cost in a few months, in wear and tear on the clothes alone. And then it will save 50 cents to 75 cents a week over that in washwoman’s wans. If you keep the maohine after the month’s trial. I’ll let you pay for it out of what it saves you. If it saves you 00 cents a week, send me 50 cents a "eek 'till paid lor. I’ll take that oheerfufiy, and 111 watt for my money until toe machine itself earns thebslanoe. D*op me a Use today , and let me send you a book •bout the **1000 Gravity’’ Washer that washes Clothes In 0 minute -Address me this way — H. L. Barker, 983 Court Btreet, Binghamton, N. Y. If you live In Canada, i lOOOWaeher Oo*e 867 Yonge St.. Toronto. Out. One of the 38 Styles The Superb Wing on an Absolute FreeTrial Wo, the manufacturers of Wing Pianos for 43 years, will send you a genuine Wing Piano or Player Piano tested and guaranteed by us without one penny from you. We will ship the piano free with all freight paid in advance by us. You are not out one cent in money or trouble. This offer is backed by a 40 year guarantee by the manufacturer and places you in the very same position ns if you were a dealer. You buy at exactly the same price that any dealer must pay. You do business direct with a factory that has sent out more than 45.000 pianos. Remember, we pay all freight. No interest charged. No payment down. No deposit. Not a cent until end of four weeks absolutely free trial in yourown home and then nothing unless you are absolutely satisfied— and you are the judge. Greatest Piano Offer ”cdeed the greatest, the most tremendous, the most amazing offer ever made in the history of the Piano. A simply paralyzing offer— yes, the most gigantic of ultra-liberal offers. Just think of it!— your choiceof 38 styles of the superb Wing for four full weeks in your own home without paying us a penny. Don't fail to inves- tigate this amazing free shipment offer. Remember, all freight charges are prepaid. Special terms to railroad men. Names and addresses and praises from railroad men who own Wing Pianos sent on application. Send Coupon (orPostal) NOW for ‘The Book of Complete Information About Pianos” The N. Y. World says: "This is a book of educational interest every one should own." Would you like to know all about pianos, how to judge the fine points of quality and price in buying a piano? Then send the coupon for the piano book which we are sending out FREE for the present. You will be astonished at the amount of information about piano quality and piano prices, and how to avoid the deceptions of the piano salesmen. The Couoon brings this 156-page book FREE. This is a magificent hook, a complete encyclopedia on f the piano; posts you on the making of a piano Jr TT* T*> 17 r* from start to finish and how to judge the J i* Jt\. ■ *- ■ *- fine points of a piano. Free and prepaid, * ^ _ ______ provided you write st once. With this f ml JPON piano book we will send free our beauti- & Vl/V/ ^ ful catalog showing new art styles and 4? . fir* a O full explanation of our Rock-Bottom J? VV 1X1 £T OC uOIl Prices on the Wing Piano. Just drop jf /c* 1QCq\ a postal or a letter, or mail the coupon without any letter. Write 4 Wing Bldg., 9th Ave* Now. 4F and 13th St, / Dept. 2584 ,NewYork,N.Y. Winn & Son f Gentlemen: — Without any » . p l j *a*a\ £ obligations to purchase or pay (Established I860; f for anything, please send me Wi no K nil diner ^ce and prepaid "The Book of WingdUllding Information About 9tn Avenue and J Pianos.” Also send full particulars 13th Street j! f of your Free Shipment offer on the _ Jr Wing Piano and catalog of latest art Dept. 2584 f styles. iiiiiiiiniff

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160 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. AGENTS WANTED \ O. R. T. Men, here Is your chance to handle our engineers’ goggles. I The greatest on the market Every engineer and fireman wants a pair the minute they are shown. White, smoked or amber tinted lenses, temple or head band. Complete with genuine leather case, $1.50. Big profit to agents. Write for our special proposition. ENGINEERS GOGGLE CO., - 31 I Schofield Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio TE need men of your experience to qualify by mail as R. R. Freight Claim Investigators In U. 8.. Canada and Mexico; Traffic Managers for Private Firms, and Claimant's Bureaus. Better Bay, easier hours, no Sunday work. Attractive vlng conditions, good future. Write today (a Luting experience) for full details and free bopk. CHICAGO TRAFFIC ASS N Dept. J. 220-222 N. State St.. Chicago. UNION OPERATORS Prevent strikes by Practice what you prcachf buying Union-Made goods exclusively. 6 pair Union-Made sox (state size) $1.00 4 knitted neck ties. Union-Made 1.00 Collars (state size and style) 12 for 1.50 Large catalogue of Union Label goods on application. MUTUAL UNION TRADING COMPANY Grand Crossing P. O. Chicago Slipon Raincoat FREE To learn how to get a new style “Slipon” Raincoat free, guaranteed storm end rain- f proof, without a penny of coat (we prepay express); to learn what flno tailoring really Je, styles that everybody goes wild about; to 'get all your own clothes always free; to make 15.00 a day easy in just a little of your a pa re Lex n R time— get c_ l\ Don't pay even S1.5Q for a raincoat, not even 17.00 for a suit, don’t buy even a pair of pants until yon get our offer. Just write us a ,, postal or letter and say 'Send me your new iiofTer’' and you will get a beautiful outfit of . samples and prices and an offer so wonderful you can hardly believe it. Write now. BANNER TAILORING CO., Dept. 126. CHICAGO POCKET BOOKS Of beat calf leather, your name. Occupation emblem. Fraternal emblem, or other denim* reaemblmg hand-carved work put Current’* book Alla the requirements of every man. Ladle* I equally attractive. We supply particular hard-to-t Tno*e who demand the bent set novelty, quality an from our pocketbook* Agents wanted’ Ladle* or G Departure Coaster- Brakes and Hubs: Puncture Proof Tires, highest grade equipment and many advanced feature* pos- sessed byno other wheels Guaranteed Syr s. FACTORY PRICES^”, C others ask for cheap wheels. Other reliable models from §12 up. A few good second- hand machines $3 to $8. 10 DAYS’FREE TRIAL'::'!* \\ro\n\, freight prepaid, anywhere in U. S.. without a cent in advante. DO SWT BlTY a /bicycle or a pair of tires from anyone at any p~ue until you get our big new catalog and ferial prices and a marxxlous men offer. ostal brings everything. If 'rife it now. Counter Brake Rear Wheels, lamps, parts, and sundries half usual prices. Rider Agents everywhere are coining money selling our bi- cycles. tires and sun«lrie«. Write today. MEAD CYCLE CO., Dept. B-42 CHICAGO A postal br tires; PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY BOOKS, ADVICE AND SEARCHES FREE Send sketch or model foe search. Highest References. Best Results. Promptness Assured. Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 624 P. Street, N. W. Waahlajtoa. O. C. Digitized by V joooie

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 161 EVERYBODY WANTS BETTER | i LIGHT. HERE IT IS _ This new 100 to 7UU candle power light turns up anil d<*wn like gas. One-third cost of electricity, gas or kerosene. For home, church or store. Anyone can oper- ate. Perfection guaranteed or money back. Write for catalog ( It. ft. T). Dept. 29. Agent* Wanted. Brilliant Cas Lamp Company No. 182 North State Street, Chicago, Agents $522 a Day Many earn more. Get next to this big money maker. Write today for beautiful free outfit showing all the latest materials for Men’s Made-to- Measure Clothes. Suits $9.00 up— Pants $2.50 up ExPparki88 Fit, workmanship and wear guaranteed. Fashions ahown in beautiful color— handsomest line on the market. Write at once for free outfit LmTHo Progress Tailoring Co., Dept. 234, Chicago_J THE ACME LEAD PENCILADDER Thousands pay hundreds of dollars for an adding machine to insure accuracy and save brain labor. This ready-on-the-pencll adder wm do both. Demonstrator sample 25c. SIMPLICITY adding MACHINE CO. P. O. Box 369 Burlington, Iowa r^D^c" Investing Profit^ I* Kfcti For Six Months i Send me your Dime and address right NOW and 1 will tend ycx. . Investing for Profit magazine abiolutely free (or tlx month* P It cells how to get the utmost earnings from your money— bow to tell good inveatments — how to pick the most profitable of sound I Inveftmenis. It reveals how bankers and capitalists make $1000 ■row to $22,000— in fact, gives you thevitalinvestinginformation I , hat should enable you to make your money grow proportion- | ately. I have decided this month to give 500 six-mooth subscript I Jqfona to Investing for Profit free. Every copy h Worth At Least $10 Srhaps a fortune. Send your name and add reae per and get a free Introductory subscription I Conditions may prevent repeating this offer. Better take it now, 1 You'll be willing to pay 10c a copy after you have read it six months. | H. L BARBER, Pub., R. 429, 30 J.cIimii BIyiL, Chicago p BE A BANKER Learn a profession that will give voU standing and inde- pendence. Splendid opportunities for ratlroadtelegyapher*. Pleasant work, shorthours, all holidays off, yearly vacation with pay, good salary. Diploma (n six months Textbooks by Edgar Q. Alcorn. Catalog free. AMEtKAJi SCHOOL OF BANKING, 160 McLcjc Bldi, Columbia, Ohio Salesmen Wanted DO YOU WANT A GOOD POSITION WHERE YOU CAN EARN FROM SI, 000.00 TO S5.000.00 A YEAR AND EXPENSES T There are hundreds of such positions now open. No former experience as a salesman required to get one of them. If you want to enter the world’s best paying profession our Free Employ- ment Bureau will assist you to secure a position where you can earn good wages while you are learning Practical Salesmanship. Write today for full particulars; list of good openings and tes- timonial letters from hundreds of our students for whom we have recently secured good positions paying from $100.00 to $500.00 a month and expenses. Address nearest office. Dept. 155 National Salesmen*# Training Association NOW OPEN Earn from $35 to $100 Weekly as a TRA FFIC .MANAGER. Modem transportation is a jungle of routes and rates calling for specialists who, like the pathfinders of old. have expert knowl- edge of the trails of traffic. How to route shipments to obtain shortest mileage and quickest dslivsrles and how to classify goods to obtain lowsst rates are two vital factors in business competition. The man who knows how is so valuable to his em- ployer that he commands respect and big remuneration. Big Salaries Paid to Traffic Managers Expert traffic managers command from $2,500 to $25,000 a year. Why not prepare yourself to fill one of these lucrativefio&itions? New and Uncrowded Profession There are half a million LARGE SHIPPERS in the United .State*.. Practical- ly everyone of them Deeds an expert traffic man. anil this need is recofr- - .. .. ' tow * pized as never before because of the recently enacted railroad rate laws and inters tato commerce regulations. The demand for trained and efficient traf- fic men ia many times greater than the supply. There's room /or you.. Study Traffic and Interstate Commerce Decide now to become a traffic man. Our Interstate Commerce Coarse en- ablee yuy to atudy AT HOME, wfthoat leaving your occupation or eacnfk-ina sere In the country.’ The coarise is easy to erraap and thoroughly Anyone with ordinary intelligence, with reasonable application. rule-* and traffic ms; practical. can master this new profession. FREE PORTFOLIO Mb eantafatfar AM quire ment low. stem and mail at once, and we FREE, postpaid, a handsome port- quiremente oi tkis attractive profee^on^GcT1 once^Q,C3fp coupon LA SALLE EXTENSION UNIVERSITY, Dept. 62 CHICAGO FREE PORTFOLIO COUPON La Salle Extension University Dept. 62 Chicago, III* i I am interested in the new profession— ■ Traffic Msneaement. PI rase send me hill in- g formation and Traffic Book. Free os ail cost. a Occupation •4fl8wify*Pi

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162 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. p Shot" Money in Your Pocket Big Cash Profits for You a aay in your own <£ w***y"" — „ " m,v^ " " 7~ quick paying business. Others are it Read These Late Reports: Cable of Wyo. writes: “Made $27 in 2 hours. ' of Colo., made $16.00 in 6 hours. Evans, of Miss., says: “Made last Tuesday.” Perry, of Ky., “Made $50.00 in 2 days.** Hun- dreds of actual letters like these on file. Get out of the ‘'time clock” line and the "pay envelope” brigade. Be a one-minute pho- tographer. New business— tremendous opportunities— the world for your field-travel or at home— all or spare time— big. quick profits at private houses, picnics, on the street, in the small aviation moets, etc. No experience neceiury- profits begin first day— an<l you MAKE 500% ON EVERY SALE. Don’t delay-don’ t wait— WRITE AT ONCE for free information about The“Mandel” Post Card Machine New invention — wonderful machine that takes, fin- ishes and delivers five different styles of photos. Turns out origi- nal post card photos (also button pictures) at the rate of three a minute RIGHT ON THE SPOT WHERE YOU TAKE THEM. Wonderful, new, photographic process— startling — sensational— Photos Direct on Post Cards Without Plates, Films, Printing or Dark Room Machine is everything in one— a complete, portable post card gallery. Excites interest, arrests attention, compels immediate orders from every onlooker. SMALL CAPITAL STARTS YOU. Sale of supplies that come to you with outfit practically gives you back entire investment— and you have the business clear and fully established. You begin making money the same day the outfit arrives. Immediate sales— immediate profits. If you are sincere and really want to make $2,000 this year— DO NOT DELAY — show us that vou are in earnest— that you meau buBineae.We will show youhow io get the money. W rite uow -at once. Information is FREE. Address either office THE CHICAGO FERROTYPE CO. ***Ivt*v? Dept. 549 89-91 PaUwcey St, Nsvy Vocfc Ideal Operator’s Car IT IS THE STRONSEST, LI6HTEST RUNNING CAR KNOWN This single-seated car Is fitted with ball- bearings, rubber tires, and detachable luggage ueuriugs, ruuoer tires, uuu uctacuamc iufc basket and tool bag completely equipped. It is built to suit any gauge. When for standard (4x8% inches) gauge or wider, the front wheels may be folded back under the car, reducing it to j a more compact form // for handling or storing. // These cars possess abundant strength and durability , and are a widely used on rough 1 mountain railroads and ft logging and mining 1 roads, which abound in " steep grades and sharp mm curves. They are gear- m ed to suit grade con- L_ ditions. The standard f ear is 62; option 52, 58 and 73. s sixty-five pounds. Its net weight Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR CO., Hagerstown, Ind., U. S. Digitized oy

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 163 1 In the home, on the concert stage, or ^wherever heard, Kimball Pianos have a f tone that immediately charms the listener and marks them as instruments of unusual merit. Over 250,000 Kimball Pianos Now in Use in as many of America’s best homes is certainly convincing proof of superior merit. If no ( dealer handles them you can buy Kimball Pianos and £ Player Pianos direct at our regularly established one \ price. Very easy credit terms extended to purchasers ( Beautifully illustrated catalogue with prices aru^ I terms and the Musical Herald containing two | vretty songs, words and music, mailed FREE on request to Dept. 287 U . W. KIMBALL CO., Chicago. Established 1857b 0. R.T. OPERATORS WHO HAVE BEEN DEMANDING THE MECOGRAPH No. 3 WE ARE NOW PRE- PARED to make deliv- eries on this most pop- ular model which thou- sands of op- erators have pronounced to be “the best telegraph transmitter brains, skill and tools can produce." With this Instrument you can transmit that even, uniform, rhythmic Morse that the boys along the line like to hear. The Mecograph No. 3 became Justly popular due to the facta that: It carries perfectly over the longest and heaviest circuits In the country. Scientifically designed and so simple In construction there Is nothing to get out of order. Adjustments that anyone quickly understands and la easily adjusted to all wire conditions. Its sending Is even and uniform and may be made light or heavy, fast or slow, at the will of the operator. A simple, compact, durable Instrument that can be depended on to give you a lifetime of reliable service. You take no chances. Our guarantee moans “Your money back If your are not fully satlaUed.’* Fair enough, isn’t It? Price $9.00 — Nickel-plated Base and Rigging. W’rite today for Valuable Free Booklet. MECOGRAPH CO. 325 Blackstonc Bldg., CLEVELAND, O., 1}. S. A. 6$ 6i 61 7 Jj 7i 71 1{ 71 MZS^irTl^ND GOETTLtR HAT COMPANY 1260 S. Broadway ST. LOUIS, MO. ESTABLISHED FIFTY-FIVE YEARS. UNIFORM CAPS THE BEST ALWAYS TnE CHEAPEST Black ribbed silk (best quality), heavy patent leather visor, gold embroidered let- ters, two rows gold tape, wire frame, leather sweat band, well ventilated, light Send for [weight, free Uniform Clap Description: Brown Straw beat grade. three rows of venti- lators, heavy patent leather visor, green underneath to shade thceycs, black ribbed silk ribbon, two rows gold tape, lettering printed In gold. PROMPT SHIPMENTS SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP Catalog. Mention Correct Size. CATALOGUE MAILED FREE LIGHT WEIGHT POPULAR PRICED SERVICEABLE VfcNTILATiiD BXitAW CAP SHORTHAND IN 30 DAYS We absolutely guarantee to teach you operators Shorthand complete in thirty days. A lot of you have spare time both in your offices and homes. That’s all you need to learn by the Boyd System. Boyd's System is different in principle from all others. It is the first radical improvement in Shorthand sinoo 1839. It is easy to learn — easy to write — easy to read. No ruled lines. No posi- tions— no shading as in other systems. Only Nine Characters to learn and you have the entire English language at your absolute command. Hundreds of railroad operators have taken our course and are now holding good jobs as private secretaries, newspaper writers, etc. The Boyd System is the only one suited to home study. Fill out coupon and send it in today. CO UPON — Chlraro Correspond rare School «. 1010 Chicago Opera flonar Bid*.. Chicago. Hand me, without obligation on my part, free booklets, testimonials, guarantee offer and full descrip- tion of the Boyd System of Syllable Shorthand. Name * -«-«

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164 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Dr. Rainey Rivas You a BOTTLE of His VITALITY TaWete AND A BC FREE AND A BOX OF WONDERFUL LAXATIVES Known for lervos, Heart, Tho Best Remedi Stomach, Blood, Catarrh, Thinness, Debility, etc! Dr. Rainey ssys :—*'I consider this improved formula my greatest achievement. I believe it will cure more Quickly the diseases and weaknesses mentioned below than any medicine l have ever put upon the market heretofore STOMACH TROUBLES Have y°n Stomach Pain, Belching. • OIUIYIAUn inUUDLCO Lost Appetite, Bad Taste or Breath, : Headache, Heartburn, Bloating, Gan, Spitting of Mucus. Gnawing. Empty Feeling. Lump in Stomach, Food Disagree, Pain Before or After Eating, Coated Tongue^ Sore Mouth. Indigestion? Then fou DR. JAS. M. RAINEY ami Liuwiig, vninw-u iuiiguv, ouio iUUiUU, A 1 1U I KUOl H » 1 1 l llltll > UU need Dr. Rainey's Vitality Tablets, and at once. They will relieve you quickly and permanently. Improve appetite, digestion and general health. THE Rl 000 Pimples, Blackheads, Sores, Blotches, 1 UtUUW pale. Sallow Complexion, Lips Blue, Specific Blood Poison, Eczema, Malaria, Enlarged Joints or Glands, Chilly, Feverish, Itun Down, Debilitated, Weak, Emaciated ? You surely need Dr. Rainey ' s Vitality Tablets. They restore strength and fibre to tho blood, so It will fur- nish nourishment to the whole body. m NERVED Nervous Debility, Weakness, Jerking, Jumping, Excitable, Tired, Worn Out, Fed Like Falling When Eyes Closed and Feet Together. Restless at Night. Poor Memory. Melancholy, Desi>omlent, Wake Up Unrefreshed, Weak Trembles. Dizzy, Fainting Spells, Hands or Feet Numb. Neuralgia. Lack Energy. Strength, Ambition? You need Dr. Rainey’s Vitality Tablets. They restore nerve tissue to normal condition, steady the nerves, banish the blues, make you feel full of life, vigor, ambition, aud many years younger. HEART Weakness, Skipping of Beats, Fluttering. Palplt- nLMM 1 ntlon. Pain in Leftside, Pains Under Shoulder Blades, Shortness of Breath, Dizzy, Sinking Sensations, Cold Extremities. Swollen Feet, Throbbing or Hammering sen- sation. Can’t Lie on Right Side or Back, Rheumatism. Asthma ? Get Dr. Rainey’s Vitality Tablets. P AT AR R U Hawking. Spitting, Accumulation of Mucus. UMIMilfin Watery Discharge from Stomach. Spit ITp Slime, Nose Runs. Sneeze, Bad Odor, Dull Headaches, Catarrhal Deafness, Pains In Kidneys. Bladder. Lungs or Over Entire Body, Slimy Discharge from Bowels ? Get Dr. Rainey’s Vitality Tablets at once ! They remove the cause. TIIINNFQQ Under Weight, Hollow Cheeks, Flat Chest, I nillllLOO Scrawny Neck. Dyspepsia, Thin Blood? Dr. Rainey’s Vitality Tablets build you up iu every way. Guaranteed to make you gain 6 to 25 lbs. Will greatly Improve your appearance. NO QFPRFT FORMIll A The days of secret preparations are numbered. I give the formula OtUrltl runmULH of my Vitality Tablet* on each bottle. Nothing to hide. M RAINEY’S VITALITY TARLFTS act directly through the stomach, enriching the ■ llfllllfcl O VN RW ■ ■ IHlifchle blood, building up the nervous system; generate vitality, create nerve force, restore full strength and vigor, so you can enjoy life’s pleasures to the fullest; Contain no injurious drugs. Guaranteed under U. S. Food & Drugs Law (Serial No, hpm mshH Lag sl|l — 33 s— — 9 5 3 £ lillllfl 21068.) I not only send you a Free Dollar Bottle of Vitality Tablets, which contains 120 tablets, but also a Free box of my Laxatives, Improved Formula. I ask only that von send 10c, stamps or coin, to partially defray cost of postage and packing on the 2 medicines. Don’t delay writing. Send today. COUPON FOR FREE FULL $1.00 BOTTLE— Sign and Mail At Onea! Dr. James M. Rainey, (lnc.),Dept{ 136 WXake Street, Chicago, 111. I enclose 10 cts. for post* in plain package, $1.00 bottle of DR. RAINEY’S VITAL. age and packing. Send at once __ t rfY TABLETS. IMPROVED FOkMULA, also fREE^OX OF DR. RAINEY’S LAXATIVES, IMPROVED FORMULA, without cost or obligation to me. Also your FREE HEALTH BOOK. NAME ADDRESS Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Beautify Your Home Now PAY as YOU Are ABLE Don't be without the furniture and other thing* you so dearly desire for your home — those things that mean so much to your comfort and happiness. It’s tne easiest thing imaginable to have everything you want. Just a small amount of money with order, other small amounts monthly — a year or longer to pay. Howcasyl Have Proa Trial We assume all the risk. Everv- OU IfdjS rree I rial thing you order of us sent on 30 days approval. You use them, cnioy them, make Bure you liko them. Unlees perfectly satisfied you can return. We will refund every penny paid us and freight chargee both ways. Write for Big Free Book OF BARGAINS ON CREDIT Shows everything you can possibly want for the home — Furni- ture, Rugs, Carpets, Tables, Beds, Kitchen Cabinets, Stoves — everything! Prices are startlingly low, quality high. Choose your own payment terms. Write today for our big “Home Makers’ Book.** Beautify your homo the easy way. GOOD EYESIGHT Is Important to You If your eyesight is defective or you have any form of eye trouble that might endanger your eyesight, you should lose no time in investigating "Actina." Its potent action stimulates and maintains the circulation of the blood, thereby re- in ovi n g congestion and assisting nature to repair the defects and restore the eyesight to normal conditions. A well-known New York Central Engineer, age 63, lost his position in February, 1909, on account of poor eyesight. “Actina" restored his eyesight, and he is now running his engine as usual. In his letter of July 12, 1910, he states: **I went through the eye examination again in July, 1910, and was given a certificate to July 9, 1911 — this is 30 months’ work at $175.00 a month for the small price of the 'Actina.* The Kansas com crop isn't in it at all. My eyes are fine." His name and address will be sent on application. If you are interested and desire to know what the "Actina" is and what it is accomplishing, write for our FREE TRIAL OFFER and OUR BOOK— TREATISE ON DISEASE. The book contains most valuable information. A postal card will bring it to you. Address, Actina Appli- ance Co., Dept. 26X, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. 500% Profit 4 sUSt-i BLUE WHITE GENUINE DIAMONDS MODERATE PRICES EASY sJERMS

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. l<;i» Book for Men, Free 8,000 Words, 30 Illustrations TO MY READERS: Of the little illustrated advice book described below, which I gladly send free to all men who fill in the coupon, I beg to say that it represents the very BEST information which I am able to offer you as a result of over 30 years’ observation and study of my subject, during which time I have personally interviewed many thousands of men, young and elderly, single and married, rich and poor alike, who came to me in confidence with their confessions of debil- ity, lost nerve force and failing strength. It is, reader, this vast and unusual opportunity which has enabled me to compile this very popular and valuable little free book (overa million of which have been sent everywhere to men who wrote me for them), in a manner to reflect the exact living, breathing experi- ences and needs of real men who sought information as to the newer ways of self-treatment without the use of drugs. Remember, this book of over 8,000 words and 30 illustrations will come to you by return mail in reply to your request. There is absolutely no obligation on your part to buy anything or pay anything, and merely the receipt of this book does not mean in any way that you are to use one of my VITALIZERS (see description below), and, in fact, only a portion of the book has any reference to the VITALIZER at all. Primarily it is a compendium of useful infor- mation for private reference, which you and all other men may easily profit by through life. Therefore, please use the coupon, or, if nearby, I should be very glad to have you call. SANDEN, AUTHOR. It is a fact, reader, which you and I must recog- nize and admit, that the whole world admires and is fascinated by strong, vigorous, husky manhood, and we must also admit that it is this same man- hood and this alone which is back of the real leaders and producers in every walk of life. No matter where we go, we find it to be the manly, vigorous, vital fellow who forges to the front, who fascinates men and women of nis community, who does the really great things. An unmanly man merely means nature's laws gone wrong, for it is he who halts aud hesitates, who takes the back seat, who does not fit into the picture in a way that a manly, vital nature should. And yet, reader, it is my firm belief that any man, no matter what his past, no matter what dissipations may have left their mark upon his physical and mental being, I say to you that such a man, unless there be some unusual reason, may hope for a complete return of his strength, vigor and self-confidence, if he but MANLY MEN MOVE THE WORLD. go al*out his self -restoration in a natural, common- sense way. I make a little appliance which we will call a VITALLZER, because I think that is the best word to describe its strange power. I don't want you to think of getting one or these VITALIZERS just now, but I would like you to investigate my claims as to what I believe can be accomplished by almost any man who uses this VITALIZER faith- fully for a few weeks. I speak, of course, of him who is willing to lead a decent, conservative life, not only while using the VITALIZER, but for the future. This little VITALIZER is made to wear upon the body all night. It weighs only several ounces and is no more unhandy than an ordinary belt, yet it generates a great FORCE that I call VIGOR, which flows into your blood, organs and nerves while you sleep. Men say it often takes any pain or weakness out of the back in one application, and that 60 to 90 days’ use has been sufficient to restore strength, and to put men in the "never felt better in my life" class. Special attachments carry the FORCE of the VITALIZER to any part of the body, for the use of women as well as men in cases of rheumatism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder disorders, etc. Over two hundred thousand of these VITAL- IZERS have been used or are now being used by men all over the world. You had better learn more of this VITALIZER. It is fully described in my free book. If you live near me, why not call and test the VITALIZER yourself. WHAT THE FREE BOOK TELLS The free illustrated advice booklet mentioned above is meant to be a simple declaration of certain important truths that every man in the world should know. The day has gone by when men are kept in ignorance of the real problems pertaining to these subjects, and this illustrated advice booklet, which I send by mail, gives certain important facts just as as these facts are. The booklet also fully describes my VITALIZER. and you are told how you may get one for your own use if you decide that you want one. Please use coupon below.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 167 This School isSupreme in Teaching Law by Mail THE ORIGINAL SCHOOL Jit established corre- ondence instruction S3 years It was founded on sane meth- ound courses and authoritative f. it has never deviated therefrom, id phenomenal success and enjoys m respect. Right now M ragne Correspondence 1 School ol Law * I la best equipped— best qualified to teach you law— I for legal practice or for business. The catalog ex- ■ plains each advantage in detail* Jists the thou- fl 1 «nnHa of successful graduates, and gives the fair B i prices for College Law Course jw L - and Business Law Course. Eg if you want the best — write JV now for this catalog. & The Sprague Oerrespendence 0 8chool of Law 361 American Building Detroit, Mich. ,r-llLni RiF^AJl.1 USJL oorrewporubwoe in a few weeks in your own home by th« DoBulinsCtort System. After you complete the ooarse you will know a watch from A to Z. Yon will know just what the matter la and how to repair one. When you graduate you M09k| will be a practical watchmaker and repairer, ^ and competent to fill any position. Ape, Position* for our graduates. Ask for our Free Book. It explains our system VlIE l™HKLM8 WATCH SCHOOL 10 Perry St. Attica, Indiana GENUINE PERFECT CUT DIAMOND RING Ladles’ «07R Gentlemen’s Sn75 Boy your Diamonds from the Importer at these wonder- fully tow prices. Ladies' Ring, L10L, $8.76 complete Gentlemen's Ring, G202, $9.75 complete. These Diamonds are especially selected for their beanty and brilliancy. Note the Having. Retail Jewelers' Price $25.00. Shipped at our expense to your nearest express agent or hank C. O. D. with privilege of examina- tion. We pay all express or return charges. No obligation to purchase I unless absolutely satisfied. Legal Guar- antee Certificate with every purchase. I A contract in writing to allow credit for full price paid for your Diamond in exchange for a larger one at aay time affords you every protection. 8ead os your Til K (R IvStFYT JEWELRY CO. Order NOW. 536 56. Dearborn St., Chlcsmfo. III. Digitized by *

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168 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Startling Watch Offer ■ESPECIAL TO O. R. T. MEMBERS READ! A Watch Offer Without Parallel D#* Write for our FREE book on watchea; a book that poata you on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to You on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies' or gentlemen's), or if you ever BRk^expcct to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book V^. v Tk We WONT “knuckle down" to selling systems among dealers, have decided to make such a tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop us. Y OU TOO will seize this opportunity M to get the “Burlington Special" direct on this wonderful offer. B Y ou ahonld not buy a worthless watch just because it I is cheap. Nor need you pay exorbitant prices now for la top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explains. r Kft a Month at the w Rock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world's most superb time piece I The rasicit payments at the rock-bottom price — the Rock-Bottom price. To assure us that everybody Will quickly accept this introductory direct offer,' u>e allow cash or easy payments, just as you prefer, Na Maiiav I l/viim We ship the watch on approval, prepaid (your choice of 1 lvR\JIlCjr lyUfvU lady s or gendeman's open face or hunting case). You risk absolutely nothing — you pay nothing — not one cent — unless yon want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too that you DO want an independent watch— made in the independent factory that is giving better quality and superior workmanship throughout; we will quickly convince you that the Burlington watch, on which there is only one rock-bottom price (the same rock-bottom price everywhere) is THE watch for the discriminating buyer; that it is THE watch for the man or woman who wants, not the largest selling brand which everybody has, but the best watch, the watch bought by experts, THE watch that is abso- lutely perfect in its many points of superiority— the BvIlsfUw Watch. Ton will be posted on Inside feats and prices when you send for the Burlington Company's free book on watches. BURLINGTON WATCH CO. ■mim II. tmi UOTtaU M, Chiu.. H. NOW WRITF f°r thc free book. It will . 11 ,, IE tell you what you ought to know before you even examine a watch. It will tell you the inside facts about ^ watch prices, and will explain the man V Bim.rinP rvninf c rtf Rur. . ▼ many superior points of the Bur- lington over the double priced products. Just send your O name and address today. * BA. BORLMTM WATCH C8. 2SM IM mi NO LETTER IS NECESSARY- COUPON K WILL yt 0 i Please send me (without obligations and prepaid) V your free book on watches and copy of your $1,000 chal- lenge, with full explanations of your cash or $2.50 a month offer on the Burlington Watch, Digitized by

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ' $ ct. This World’s Lowest Price $8.25 ) 4 $17.50 made possible by BASCII METHODS: We import direct to you from the Am- sterdam diamond cutters, through our omi foreign offices; the smallest profit is sufficient because of the enormous volume of our business, reaching every com- munity; because of CASH METHODS which eliminate all losses; because of MAIL METHODS which make our expenses a fraction of the cost to run a store. 9 ' ; ct. $31.25 3$ $45.00 a Vs ct. $56.25 ?4 Cl. $67.50 /* ct. $86.25 The BASCH PLAN enables you to see any diamond before paying any money; to examine it right in your own city, without cost, risk or obligation to buy. These illustrations — M \ are actual photos/ \and exact size./ Jttk We ship any I diamond ou jajfr o®9 approval, alio wing \ full examination, at our \ expense, without deposit, ^ fie without obligating you. Every ^o° Diamond guaranteed Genuine, ' perfect cut, of the highest brilliancy, and priced to you i at a saving of $30 per carat / (35%) below the pro- / io V vailing retail / Dl 18. Plat M kt. D120. Plat 14 k Dinner Ring Dinner Ring Compl., S57.50 Compl . $5<t.25 D112. ct. Dia. Complete. $33.50 DllT^WfDia Complete. SH.25 We Legally Guarantee (in writing) to REFUND THE FULL PRICE l carat $97.50 & ■%‘S7 I 1 s ct. $109.75 tgfr I U cl. $ 1 2 1 .88 IN CASH, less 10%, at any time within 2 years; also to allow you the full price in exchange' at any time; we certify the carat weight , quality and value of every diamond; price all 14K solid gold mountings at actual cost to manufacture! This wonderful guarantee protects you against disappointment or loss; is proof of VALUE that others cannot give! f, ■ M a it. this COUPON NOW: 104 Page De Luxe BASCH DIAMOND BOOK, FREE! contains thousands of illustrations of Dia- monds, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Jewelry, Watches, Silverware, Cut Glass, etc. 6 color ART COVER. Explains the Basch Plan , Prices and GUARANTEES, tells you how to judge DIAMOND VALUES, how to buy diamonds intelligently ! This cost ly, beautiful book mailed to you FREE on receipt of your name. WRITE or mail coupon now! Address L. BASCH & CO. L’m porter 8 l)ept. A-232, S. State Street CHICAGO, ILL. Please send me 104 pajc* De Luxe BASCH DIA- MOND BOOK FREE with full particulars of vour PRICES, and MONEY* BACK C. U ARANTEE without obligating me to purchase. 232, S. State St., Chicago, 111. H $fr Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 17c a Day Opens the Way to Better Pay A few dollars, plus your promise to pay the balance at the rate of 17 cents a day, places in your hands the new “Printype” model Oliver Typewriter No. 5, our very finest production. The best advice that can be given to the young man or woman teleg- rapher is: Get an Oliver Typewriter! This offer places at your command a machine that turns time, energy and enterprise into the pure gold of success. Thousands of ambitious teleg- raphers, with the aid of Oliver Typewriters, have won their way to better pay and broader opportunity. This is the age of mechanical writing. The great world of modern business revolves around the typewriter. Typewriter operators are in demand everywhere. Our employment Bureaus in all the important cities are swamped with calls for competent Oliver operators. Printype — »- OLIVER TypcWrittr The Standard Visible Writer Easy to Pay— 17 Cents a Day You can make the machine meet the pay- ments. You doubtless spend more than this amount every day for trifles you do not need. Thousands have paid for Oliver Typewriters on this plan without the slightest effort. Are you going to let a matter of pennies stand between you and this money-making machine? Against your risk of a few dollars we risk a $100 typewriter — the same machine that is used by the greatest firms and corporations throughout the world. Shall wre send you full details of the Easy Purchase Plan? Catalog mailed on request. Address Oliver Typewriter Building, Chicago The Oliver Typewriter Co.. 094 (308) I k

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad/ Telegrapher. !* I This World’s Lowest Price made possible by BASCH METHODS: We import direct to you from the Am- sterdam diamond cutters, through our own foreign offices; the smallest profit is sufficient because of the enormous volume of our business, reaching every com- munity; because of CASH METHODS which eliminate all losses; because of MAIL METHODS which make our expenses a fraction of the cost to run a store. The BASCH PLAN enables you to see any diamond before paying any money; to examine it right in your own city, without cost, risk or obligation to buy. i^^^^These illustrations ^\are actual photos/ A and exact sire. / We ship any C I g diamond on 0 approval, allowing \ full examination, at our \ , fS expense, without deposit, U 6 without obligating you. Every f 7 Diamond guaranteed Genuine, 1 perfect cut, of the highest . \ brilliancy, and pricod to you \ at a saving of $50 per carat / * (35%) below the pre- / vailing retail / prices. Dl 18. Plat. 14 kt. D120. Plat. 14 ki Dinner Ring Dinner Ring 1 Compl., $57.50 Compl., $50.25j D112. % ct. Dia Complete. $33.50 Complete, $14.25 We Legally Guarantee (in writing) to REFUND THE FULL PRICE IN CASH, less 10%, at any time within 2 years; also to allow you the full price in exchange at any time; we certify the carat weighty quality and value of every diamond; price all 14K solid gold mountings at actual cost to manufacture! Tills wonderful guarantee protects you against disappointment or loss; is proof of VALUE that others cannot give! MAir.THia vow — I carat $97.50 104 Page De Luxe BASCH DIAMOND BOOK, FREE! contains thousands of illustrations of Dia- monds, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Jewelry, Watches, Silverware, Cut Glass, etc. 6 color ART COVER. Explains the Basch Plant Prices and GUARANTEES, tells you how to judge DIAMOND VALUES, how to buy diamonds intelligently ! This costly, beautiful book mailed to you FREE on receipt of your name. WRITE or mail coupon now’! Address k L. BASCH & CO. n Dept. B-332, S. State Street g| CHICAGO, ILL. Name Address Please send me 104 page De Luxe BASCH DIA- MOND BOOK FREE with full particulars of your PRICES, and MONEY BACK GUARANTEE without obligating mo to purchase.

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170 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $25 Casli with Order buys a Mudge (Adams) 4 h.p. Inspection Motor Car Use the car and “make work easy” while you pay the balance at the rate of $15.00 per month. Shipment can he made within 24 hours after order is approved. Tke Mudge (Adams) car is a success because it satisfies its users. It has “Lightened the Labor'' of hundreds of operators, signalmen, maintainers, linemen, roadmasters and inspectors scattered over the United States and foreign countries. Tke Mudge (Adams) is so simple tkat anyone (without previous experience) can understand it. The engine has only three moving parts so that there is nothing to get out of order and require long delays for repairs. The car is built strong enough to meet all reasonable demands upon it and it is light enough for one man to lift off the track in 3 or 4 seconds. Wow is the time to order a car so that you can make use of it all through the fine spring, summer and fall months. To enable everyone who needs a car to secure it on easy terms, we have arranged a time payment plan to allow you to “Ride while you Pay.” The very reasonable price of $210.00 can ke paid, $25.00 down and $15.00 per month. This is reduced to $195.00 if you want to pay $50.00 down and $25.00 per month; and the cash price of $185.00 is subject to 3 per cent discount if the money accompanies the order. Act today. Send your order now and get as muck use of the car as possible this year. This illustration shows the principal features of the Mudge (Adams) Inspection Motor Car frame which accounts for its great strength and durability, (aa) Journal hones clamped between two lower rails of frame; (bh) malleable iron eyebolts for elanming croas arms to frame; (oc) front and rear cross arms of grids wheels; (d) braos cross arms; (as) toy rail of frame; (if) vertical blodu to support upper rail and saat board. J^fany owners of the J^fudge( Adams) cars 'have been instru- mental in making sales to one or more of their friends. A cash refund is allowed to all owners of our cars on every car they are able to sell.

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172 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I "The Railroad Timekeeper of America** The I lamilton Watch is made in all Standard Sizes and sold by jewelers everywhere. V Movements only are $12.25 upward. Hamilton No. 940 (18 size 21 jewels ' and .. •*%: " v No. 992 (16 size — 21 jewels) are the most % - popular watches on American Railroads and will pass any Official Time Inspection. Complete watches in certain sizes $38.50 to $150.00. Write for (iThe Timekeeper ” It illustrates and describes the various Hamilton models and is a book well worth reading if you are thinking of buying an accurate watch. HAMILTON WATCH COMPANY, Lancaster, Pennsylvania " Master Builders of Accurate Timepieces ” JlllllJJili.ii.il!.; aw? Conductor J. W. Cook, of the Chicago, Milwaukee Si. Paul Railway. He has carried a Hamilton Watch for years. He Has the Correct Time Because He Carries a Hamilton Watch When you begin to carry a Hamilton your watch troubles are over. It is the marvelous accuracy of the Hamilton Watch that is re- sponsible for the fact that Over one-half of the men on American Railroads maintaining Official Time Inspection carry the Digitized by

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Wm. M. Skinner. J. B. SeBastian. McGrath. J. F. Miller. Chairman. C. B. Pierce. Secretary. COMMITTEE ON] ARRANGEMENTS— O. R. T. CONVENTION, BALTIMORE. MD., MAY. 1913.

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■/'> *■- ■> '7."*V '' ' THE RAILROAD ! TELEGRAPHER Prmuiai» MojrrmT it tkb Obdib er RbXEAOAD TBL10mAyB*M L. W. QUIGK • Sdxtob Aim Maxagb*. Svbsobiptzon Pbicz IxnuD as 8boohi>*QliAS0 Masib DBOBXBBB 90, 1912, AT THB POST OfTWS AT 8t. Louis, Mo., Undbb thb Act or August 24, 1012. 11.00 Pxm Tm. Vol. XXX MAY, 1913 No. 5 The Convention. All hail, Baltimore! The Ninth Biennial and Nine- * teenth Regular Session of the Grand Division of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers will convene in Baltimore, Md., at io a. m., Monday, May 12th, which gather- ing gives promise of being the greatest con- vention ever held in the history of the Order. Seated in that convention will be the general chairmen of practically every organized road in the United States and Canada, most of the local chairmen and many of the general secretaries and treas- urers of divisions. More delegates have been elected to the Baltimore Convention than have been elected to any previous convention, which insures the presence of a larger attendance than has participated in the deliberations %of any other Grand Division Session. The delegates present at Baltimore will repre- sent and legislate for a larger member- ship than has ever before been represented in the history of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, and will also deal with legis- lation affecting the finances of the Order, which have reached such proportions as to make the Order of Railroad Telegraphers one of the best financed institutions in the labor world. The fact that such a large number of battle-scarred veterans, those who have grown gray in the service of the Order, the heroes of many a hard fight in the interests of their constituent teleg- raphers, will participate in the deliberations of that body gives assurance that the wel- fare of the 43,000 organized railroad teleg- raphers is in safe hands, and that when the convention shall have ended its labors nothing detrimental and many things bene- ficial to the future prosperity of the Order will have been done. Probably the most important matters that will come before the convention will be Digitized by Google

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700 The Railroad Telegrapher. resolutions dealing with future schedule negotiations, as there is a growing senti- ment that more of the time of the sessions to the Grand Division should be given to the consideration of matters directly affect- ing the working conditions of the telegra- phers and less to matters of legislation, as the laws of the Order have been found to be practical and generally to meet all re- quirements. The report of the President will show continued successes during the last two In fact, the reports of all Grand Officers will be recitations of successes and prdgress and will show that not a single backward step has been taken during the last two years. IMMIGRATION. ONE of the most important bills con- sidered by the Federal Congress in late years, having to do with the welfare of laboring men, was the Immi- gration Bill, which was passed by both 11. D. I'erham, President. years in matters of schedule negotiations and that material progress toward better working conditions, both from a working standpoint and in matters of wages, has been made. It will also show that during that period more than $2,000,000 in actual money has been added to the pay roll of the railroad telegraphers of the United States and Canada. The report of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer will show that the Order has more members than ever before in its his- tory and that it is in better condition financially. houses of Congress, but vetoed by President Taft shortly before he went out of office, on account of containing the literacy test and the recommendation of Mr. Chas. Nagel, Secretary of Commerce and Labor. When the bill, together with the Presi- dent’s veto, was returned to the United States Senate and the House of Representa- tives, a very interesting and spirited dis- cussion ensued on the question “Shall the bill pass, the objections of the President of the United States to the contrary notwith- standing?” in which much valuable statis- tical information on this important subject Digitized by

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 701 was recorded. Probably the strongest ar- gument made in favor of the bill and its passage over the President’s veto was that delivered in the Senate by United States Senator Dillingham, of Vermont. After a general discussion of the bill and the Presi- dent’s veto in the Senate, a vote was taken upon the question of passing the bill over the President’s veto, and it carried by a vote of 72 yeas, 18 nays and 5 not voting. The question was then taken up in the House of Representatives, and after dis- cussion, a roll call was had resulting in 213 yeas, 114 nays, 2 answering “present” and The bill received strong support in both Houses and was recommended by an able commission after an extended investigation and carefully drawn conclusions. But I can not make up my mind to sign a bill which in its chief provision violates a principle that ought, in my opinion, to be upheld in dealing with our immigration. I refer to the literacy test. For the reasons stated in Secretary Nagel’s letter to me, I can not approve that test. I wisfr to call attention, in connection with this fact, to the circumstance that the L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer. 52 not voting, and not having received a two-thirds majority, the motion to pass the bill over the President’s veto was declared lost. Senator Dillingham, in his able effort in behalf of the measure, said, in part: Mr. President, I observe that in the very brief message sent to Congress by the President, of the United States, in which he withholds his approval of the measure under consideration, he says: I do this with great reluctance. The bill contains many valuable amendments to the present immigration law which will in- sure greater certainty in excluding undesir- able immigrants. Secretary of Commerce and Labor, in addressing the President on this subject as his adviser, does not in a single instance take up any of the questions reported by the Immigration Commission regarding the existing conditions in the United States — those conditions were fully set out in its reports and upon them were based the recommendations of that commission — but everything that he says in relation to such findings is in criticism of them. His letter to the President is distinguished chiefly for a failure to discuss any of those questions or to bring them to the mind of the Chief Executive. He discusses the question of the literacy test from the standpoint from Digitized by Google-

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702 The Railroad Telegrapher. which it has been discussed on the floor of the Senate that it will not tend to elevate the standard of individual immigrants who are coming to the United States. He also goes so far in his letter as to call attention to the great number of immigrants who have been admitted in the last year who are farmers, and leaves it to be inferred that they have gone to the farms of this country. Had that been so, the recommendation of the reading test would never have been made. That would have been a result which all the commissioners would have to the Atlantic division of States where the great basic industries of this country are more largely conducted. The immigrants have gone to the centers, each class and each race to the center where his class and his race most predominate. The commis- sion found that there was an oversupply of common unskilled labor in those centers and that the conditions were un-American, not elevating in any sense. They looked about for a remedy for this evil, and they state in their report, after reciting all the different remedies which had been sug- J. A. Newman, First Vice-President. been glad to report; it is a result that we have aimed at in all legislation of recent years. The act of 1907 provided for a Bu- reau of Distribution, giving almost un- limited powers to the department to insti- tute measures to divert the stream of immigration at the ports of entry and send it into the different States where land was for sale and where farm labor was in de- mand, but it has largely failed of its pur- pose. Even the Secretary does not claim that the scheme has been successful. The truth is that the immigration which has been coming into the United States in the last ten years has almost wholly gone gested, that, in their judgment the most feasible measure was the educational test, because it would exclude about one-third of those particular classes which are most a menace to the institutions of the United States; in other words, the most undesir- able classes of immigrants. Mr. President, I want to call attention to the fact that since the beginning, of the Civil War we have admitted into this coun- try something over 23,000,000, probably 24,000,000, of alien immigrants. The num- ber that have been received may perhaps be more fully understood when I say that thev constituted seven-tenths of the population Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 703 of the United States at the outbreak of the Civil War. Down to 1882 the largest pro- portion of all the immigration to this coun- try came from Great Britain, Ireland, Scot- land and the Scandinavian countries, Ger- many, Holland and France, all of which was of the same basic stock as that of which the population of America is so largely made up. That immigration entered into all the industries, agricultural and other- wise, of the country, so that now it has been fully assimilated, and represents one of the strongest and best elements in American citizenship. a great demand for common and unskilled labor had been created, and immigrants from southern Europe have come to engage in those particular lines of industry, and the stream of such immigration has increased year by year to a most remarkable degree. In order to plant that fact a little more firmly in the Record , I want to say that prior to 1882, what is termed the “old immi- gration,” made up of the races I have indicated, constituted %7lA per cent of all that came. Only 13 per cent of that immi- gration came from other sections of Eu- rope. Since that time, in a period of 25 T. M. Pierson, Second Vice-President. Nobody can say ought against the char- acter of that immigration. Previous to 1882 we had admitted five or six millions, and probably 75 or 80 per cent of them came from the Netherlands, France, Scandinavia, Germany, Great Britain and Ireland. The height of the wave of that immigra- tion was reached in 1882. Since that time the proportion coming from those countries has decreased, and the number coming from southern and southeastern Europe has been constantly increasing. That is owing to the fact that since 1870, when the great manufacturing, mining and smelting indus- tries of our country had become firmly es- tablished and were rapidly expanding, and years prior to 1907, the “old immigration” from northwestern Europe decreased from 87 per cent to 20 per cent of the whole, while the immigration from southern Eu- rope increased from 13 per cent to 80 per cent of the whole. So, that at the present time substantially 80 per cent of our immi- gration is from southern and eastern Europe rather than from northwestern Europe. In this connection it should be under- stood to what sections of our country these immigrants have gone, what they have en- gaged in, and how far they have been assimilated. I find that prior to 1880, that being the census year, almost 56 per cent of Digitized by Google

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704 The Railroad Telegrapher. the old class settled in Central and North Central States, where the homestead act was under operation and where now in many of the States they and their descend- ants, as has been well stated here today, constitute a majority, perhaps of the agri- cultural classes. During those years only 31 per cent, substantially one-third of it, came into the Atlantic division of States, showing that a large majority of the immi- gration entered into the development of the great West — the construction of railroads, cent went into the Atlantic division of States, where the manufacturing industries are so fully developed, and of this number substantially 60 per cent were farm laborers in the countries from which they came. And yet this 82 per cent have avoided our farms and have gone to these great manufacturing centers and have taken possession of the unskilled branches of labor and receive the lowest wages of any of those who are en- gaged in the manufactures. About one- third of bur present immigration is of the D. Campbell, Third Vice-President. the opening up of farms, and the establish- ment of the mining and smelting industries. But between 1880 and 1900, instead of 56 per cent going into the Central States, only 29.3 per cent went there, and 61.9 came into the Atlantic division of States, where the manufacturing interests were more largely developed. We must remember that from 1900 to 1911, a period of about 12 years, 72 per cent of this new immigration came from southern and western Europe. Of that 72 per cent of the entire immigration, 82 per old type ; and they are almost wholly skilled laborers, and take the higher and better- paid branches of labor in the industries of the country. The change that has come about since 1882 is shown in the last census, which speaks of the old element of immigration and the new element — that is, the foreign born still living in this country — in this way : According to the last census it appears that in the ten years preceding 1910 there has been a decrease to the extent of 300,- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 705 ooo in foreign-born residents coming from different industries have been planted and Great Britain, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, are flourishing, this cheap labor from south- and the Scandinavian States, while the in- ern Europe has, in the last ten years, been crease of those coming from southern and coming in and crowding out the labor that western Europe has gone from 1,800,000 to was formerly employed. It has come in 5,000,000, or an increase of 3,200,000 in the such numbers that the common labor mar- ten years. ket is actually overcrowded. I want to remark just here that the com- I have in my hand a statement I have mission investigated 200 different commu- made from the commissioner’s report, show- nities where they found this overcrowded ing the annual earnings of the Lithuanians, condition of common, unskilled labor, the the Magyars, the Mexicans, the Polish, the J. J. Dermody, Fourth Vice-President. result of the great increase in immigration during the last ten years. When we had examined those 200 different localities where the foreign element predominated and conditions were so unwholesome, we sought to find a typical American manufac- turing community, that we might compare the conditions existing in each. We searched the country over, but we failed to find such an American community in the manufacturing sections. It does not exist. Everywhere, in every place where these Portuguese, the Roumanians, the Russians, the Ruthenians, the Servians, the Slovaks, the Slovenians, the Syrians, the Turkish, and the south Italians, employed in the manufacturing industries of the United States, investigated by the commission, do- ing/the common labor of which I have spoken. From this it appears that the annual average earnings of the men of these na- tionalities so employed was $396. Yet those men have lived under such conditions that Digitized by VjVJVJV 1C

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706 The Railroad Telegrapher. they have saved from even those small earnings. In the year 1907 there was re- mitted to Europe through the immigrant banks alone $141,000,000. By “immigrant banks” I do not mean our national banks, nor savings banks, nor the express com- panies, nor money orders. I mean what they call the immigrant banks, oftentimes agents of steamship companies, whom they trust, being of their own nationality. In the year 1907, as I stated, there was re- mitted through those immigrant banks $141,000,000. That vast sum had been saved old immigration, which came in family groups, looking for a home, for the educa- tion of their children, for the general growth and development and advancement of their higher interests. Of the 955,000 alien immigrants admitted between 1899 and 1910, 69.5 per cent, almost 70 per cent of the whole, were males. Of those coming from south Italy, Russia, Bulgaria and Servia, 85^2 per cent were males; and it is probably true of the Greeks, that there are a thousand men to one woman in this country. A. D. Thurston, Past President. in spite of the small wages they had been paid, because they have lived in this country the life that they lived in the old country. They have lived in communities, 20 in a family, with a boarding boss; they have cut their expenses to the very lowest point ; their mode of life has been far below the American standard — far below any desir- able standard. Fifty-five million dollars of that vast sum went to Austria-Hungary, $52,000,000 of it went to Italy, and $15,000,- 000 of it went to Russia. It is necessary, in order that we may understand these conditions, to know some- thing of the financial characteristics of this class of immigrants. They are unlike the What does this mean ? It means that this late immigration is not of the type that built up American States, American indus- tries, American institutions and American citizenship. It is a new type, temporary in its character, that lives under conditions which the old class would not tolerate or submit to. What about the wage earners with whom we came in contact? I have stated what a large proportion of the immigration is male, but we also found that, despite the fact that 55 per cent of all those examined were married, three-fourths of them had left their wives in Europe. A careful computa- tion discloses the fact that substantially Digitized by njOUV IL

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 707 86 per cent of the men that have gone into these communities in the last ten years, and are living as I have already described, are either single men or are living single lives. It is for the Congress of the United States to say whether that is a desirable immigration, particularly when it over- crowds the industries and reduces wages below a point consistent with good citizen- ship. We want every man engaged in Amer- ican industries to have a wage that will help him to become an American citizen, that will enable him to live upon an Ameri- can scale. I repeat, 86 per cent of these head tax, but such an increase would ac- complish just that which we wish to avoid. Should we increase the head tax and make it $20, for instance, that would debar the man who wants to bring his wife and chil- dren— the man we most want, the man who intends to make a home and become one of us. If he has a wife and five children the head tax would amount to $140, which might prove prohibitive. So we could not accomplish the desired result in that way. We considered the various other measures that might be adopted to limit the number of immigrants of the more desirable classes. L>. G. Ramsay, Past President. immigrants are either single or living a single life. Comparing them with the old immigra- tion, we find also that only 36 per cent of the new immigration seeks naturalization, while 85 per cent, almost 86 per cent, of the men of the old immigration have sought this privilege. Having found, as the commission did, that in all of these great centers there was an overproduction of common labor, an amount of common labor that did not min- ister to the good of the community, the commission looked about to see how best they might limit the number of that class of immigrants coming into the United States. They considered an increase in the and, as a result, all but one of the members of the commission — Mr. Bennet dissenting —said that, in their judgment, the most feasible single method was the literacy test, not as it would affect the individual, mak- ing him a better or worse citizen by rea- son of his being able to read or write, but that the literacy test would reach those classes that constitute this great influx which has overcrowded the seats of indus- try. How will it work? This bill does not affect the citizens of Great Britain or of Ireland or of Scotland or of Scandinavia or of Germany. Only 2.6 per cent of all that have come from those countries in the re- cent years are illiterates. Of this new Digitized by VJiOOV IL

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708 The Railroad Telegrapher. immigration that has been coming in, in- cluding north Italians, where the degree of illiteracy is only between 2 and 3 per cent, to make a perfectly fair statement, 35.6 per cent are unable to read or write. So it appears this provision simply reaches this latest type of immigration and will probably reduce its numbers to the extent of one-third of those who are now coming. I might take time. to say how this will apply to the different nationalities, but it is necessary to do so in detail; it would apply in varying degrees from 20 per cent in the case of some of the nations of south- ern and eastern Europe up to 68 per cent of certain others. Of those coming in in the last ten years probably 68 per cent of the Portuguese were illiterate, and nearly 59 per cent of the Turkish. About 54 per cent of the south Italians and 48 per cent of the Roumanians were also illiterate. I will not weary the Senate by naming the different races, but will content myself with the statement that the average illit- eracy of the races that come in largest num- bers would be in the neighborhood of 41 per cent. When I say that the old immigration is entirely different and that only a fraction over 2 per cent would be rejected, it , will be seen that the purpose of this bill is sim- ply to relieve the congestion in the con- gested districts of the United States where this recent immigration is mostly found, and to relieve us of that type of immigra- tion that is transient in its character and which is not at all adapted to aid in build- ing up and maintaining American institu- tions. If we apply this test to the following nations, we get this result: Including south Italians, Poles, Slavs, Slovaks, north Ital- ians and the Croatians, the average num- ber debarred would be about 33 per cent, basing this estimate upon the illiteracy of those who have been coming during the last ten years; but it is worthy of notice that this percentage is considerably lowered by including the north Italians, among whom the degree of illiteracy is only 2.6 per cent That reminds me of a significant fact which should not pass unnoticed, viz. : That in Italy, north and south Italy, the same laws exist relating to education, but the north Italian is educated, while the south Italian is not educated. This result comes from a difference in the two races and in the environments surrounding them. Mr. President, I have thus briefly and directly tried to bring to the attention of the Senate the conditions found to exist by the immigration commission, and upon which conditions the recommendation was based that this test be adopted. It remains only to examine two or three things that were said by the Secretary of Commerce and Labor in his most remarkable letter to the President of the United States. It is a matter of common knowledge that the Secretary of Commerce and Labor has been opposed to the educational test from the beginning. I find upon consulting the newspapers that as early as January 18, 1911, in a speech made by him to the Union of the American Hebrew Congregations in New York, he used this expression : “I wish to put myself on record as un- qualifiedly opposed to a literacy test.” That was before the question was de- bated in Congress; before this bill was in- troduced; and some of the newspapers of the following day commented upon the great applause that greeted the Secretary’s effort. His letter shows that he entertains the old-time feeling, an old-time prejudice, if I may use that expression, against the writing test. My friend from Missouri (Mr. Stone) has quoted from that portion of his letter in which the Secretary criticises the pro- visions of the bill, and in which he says that if the head of a family is admitted it may also admit the children who may be illiterate. If that is deemed to be an ob- jection to the bill, I beg to call attention to the statistics I have already cited, show- ing the character of our immigration. We admitted 9,955,000 aliens in the last ten years; of these almost 70 per cent were males. Three-fourths of those coming from southern Europe left their wives at home; 86 per cent of those examined were single or lived a single life. Where is the dan- Digitized by VjOO^LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 709 ger from illiterate children that would come with that class of immigration? Even if children were to come unedu- cated we could take ca^e of them. We have compulsory education established as a sys- tem in every State in the Union. Yet a great cry comes up here in the American Congress, that while we are adopting every means imaginable to build up our citizen- ship by promoting education, thus making our people intelligent, we should not close our doors to the class that do more to lower American standards than any other influ- ence that can come. The whole tenor of Secretary Nagel’s letter to the President is one of pity for the iihmigrant. It is an argument for the foreigner without a single word concerning the standards which we have established in the United States, of which we are proud and which ought to be maintained. It does not contain a word of sympathy for the American workingman, nor give evidence of any fear regarding our institutions. He suggests to the President that the enforce- ment of this law may cost us a million dol- lars annually. I say, in reply to that, if in the judgment of the American Congress the law is required, it is not for any officer of the executive branch of the Government to offer that criticism. But suppose, for the sake of argument, that the Secretary is correct in his estimate. We are turning a million dollars back into the treasury every year that is derived from the head tax, and which is not required in the adminis- tration of the present law. Moreover, under the provisions of this bill, we have raised the head tax from $4 to $5, which will give us an addition of $1,000,000 a year for this purpose. But that is not the worst side of the Secretary’s proposition. I do not know whether he knew the fact ; if he did, he con- cealed it from the President. But in Sec- tion 7 of the bill is a provision that every steamship company bringing to the United States a person who is unable to read in some language or dialect shall be fined $100 for so doing, and shall be compelled to take that person back to Europe free of charge. In view of that provision in the law, what additional work is to be laid upon his officials at the ports of entry of the United States? Years ago we applied that principle to steamship companies to prevent them from bringing those who suf- fered from contagious diseases; we have since extended the list until it covers almost every disease that can be discovered by a competent medical examination. )Vhat is the result ? In a single year the medical examinations given by steamship companies at the ports of embarkation prevented the embarkation of 40,000 intended immigrants. How was it done? The steamship companies em- ployed at their own expense surgeons who gave all intended immigrants the most thor- ough medical examination, knowing that if they permitted any immigrant to come who could not successfully meet the require- ments of our law the company must take that person back to Europe and in addition pay the United States a fine of $100 for having brought such diseased person. Secretary Nagel advances another argu- ment against the bill. He does not think that the reading test should be adopted until we have exhausted the possibilities of a rational distribution of this new immi- gration. The Senator from Massachusetts (Mr. Lodge) and myself spent a great deal of time before the law of 1907 was adopted to frame and make just as strong as we could the provisions establishing a division of information, whose duty it is to promote a beneficial distribution of aliens admitted into the United States among the several States desiring immigration. If five years’ trial has failed to induce our latest type of immigrants to seek the farms, what hope have we for the future? The aliens will not go on farms. They do pot come here for that purpose. You can not get them to leave those of their own nationality to lead a lonely life on a farm in an American family. They want to be with their own. I have already called attention to the fact that before 1880 553-10 per cent of the old immigration went to the North Central States and only 31 1-10 per cent to manu- facturing States, and that in 1900, while only 29 per cent were going to the agri- Digitized by VjOO^LC

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710 The Railroad Telegrapher. cultural sections, 62 per cent, substantially, were coming to the manufacturing sections. It appears also that between 1900 and 1910 there has been an actual decrease of -300,000 in the foreign -born races of the old classes resident in the United States, while there has been a net increase of the newer classes to the number of 3,200,000. The census discloses another fact bearing upon this question. Down to 1890 the for- eign born in the North Central States ex- ceeded the foreign born in the Atlantic States, but in 1910 there were 2,000,000 more foreign born in the Atlantic division of States than there were in the Central and North Central States. I do not think that I need to refer to the remarkable statement made by the Secretary as to the large number of agricultural laborers who came into this country last year. In my interruption of the Senator from Missouri (Mr. Stone) I called atten- tion to the fact which I have already demon- strated, that the great body of them came to the Atlantic States and went to the seats of our great industries, and that it can not be demonstrated that any considerable num- ber of them went to our farms. Mr. President, it is not my disposition to criticize anybody unjustly, but it seems to me a strange thing that, when both branches of the Congress of the United States have passed this bill by a large ma- jority, and when the Record shows that the literacy test was adopted in the Senate of the United States with only nine votes against it, the President of the United States should have interposed a veto based upon a letter from the head of one of his departments. If Congress is to accept this veto as a finality, it is to say that the head of any one of the executive departments of the Government may determine what the laws of the United States shall provide regard- less of the opinion of the Congress of the United States upon the subject. Mr. President, I have said all I care to on this subject. I hope I have made clear the grounds upon which the commission recommended this particular provision as a remedy for the evils which they have dis- covered. WIRELE88 TELEGRAPHERS' 8TRIKE. THE wireless telegraphers employed by the Marconi Company, on the Pacific Coast, went on strike on April 22d, and at the time of going to press, the strike was still on. Wesley Russell, Grand Secretary and Treasurer of the Commercial Telegraphers* Union of America, in a circular letter ad- dressed to all officers, members and friends of organized labor, recites the conditions which led up to the strike, the demands of the men, and concludes with an appeal for financial assistance in order that the strike may be continued until victory crowns their efforts. His letter follows: The wireless operators employed by the Marconi Company on the Pacific Coast have struck (April 22). They took this action only after being subjected to every indignity that an arrogant and heartless corporation, interested solely in exploiting and grinding profits out of their men, could inflict Tlie company flouted their demands for an increased wage, discharged their committees, refused the good offices of the San Francisco Labor Council Arbitration Committee, declined mediation to reach an amicable adjustment through a representa- tive of the United States Department of Labor, repudiated its word with its em- ployes, told the men that commercial land operators would not support them in a fight, and showed unmistakably its determination to destroy, if possible, this union of em- ployes. There was no other alternative left open but unconditional surrender or strike, and the men chose the manly course. Presi- dent Konenkamp, who is on the ground and in personal charge, thereupon ordered the strike. These tactics have a familiar look. West- ern Union influences, we believe, are undoubtedly back of the Marconi Company, fearing that a victory in the wireless would encourage their employes to demand more moqey and better working conditions. Sailors of the Pacific receive $50 per month for a nine-hour day; wireless operators $30 to $35 for second operators, and $40 to $45 per month for first operators for a twelve-hour day. They asked for $60 per month for/first operator Digitized by Vj( LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 711 and $50 per month for second operators on boats. At land stations $110 per month for first operator and $95 per month for second and third operators respectively. Wireless operators rank as petty officers, with all the expenses and incidentals necessary to maintain rank and a good appearance, and they are paid the wage of a. Chinese stoker. The boats on the Pacific are all manned by union men, from the captain down to the deck hand. It is not believed that a scab operator would be anxious to plant himself in such an unsympathetic environ- ment, especially for the miserable wages paid. There men need help. They should be encouraged and supported so that they may be enabled to hold out against this company until they win their fight for a living wage. Every telegrapher , member and non-mem- ber, should do his part. Their victory will be our gain, their defeat our loss. You are urged to give freely and quickly to this good cause , and to work among others to the same end. All contributions should be sent to Wesley Russell, Interna- tional Secretary-Treasurer, Rooms 922-930 Monon Bldg., 440 South Dearborn St., Chicago, III., who will acknowledge receipt promptly. In addition, please see that every wire- less operator in your vicinity, or of your acquaintance, on land or boat stations, is advised of the situation. A STATEMENT. THIS statement of ownership and management of The Railroad Telegrapher is published in order to comply with the Postal Laws and Regu- lations: The Railroad Telegrapher is published monthy at St. Louis, Mo., by The Order of Railroad Telegraphers. L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, is its Editor and Business Manager. It is owned by The Order of Railroad Telegra- phers and has issued no stock or bonds. €MTORIAL N0T€5 Ten hundred and twenty-six new mem- bers were initiated into the Order during the month of April. A new Labor Temple to cost $60,000 will be erected in Cleveland, Ohio, in the near future. The State Legislature of Pennsylvania has passed a semi-monthly pay bill for workers in that State. Affiliated unions with the American Federation of Labor paid per capita tax on 2,007,650 members for the month of March, 1913. which makes it by far the greatest federation of labor organizations in the history of the world. As a rebuke to the city officials of Jack- sonville, Fla., for their hostile attitude toward the trolleymen during the street car s.trike last fall, a union blacksmith has been elected mayor of that city, and the hostile elements in the City Council have been rele- gated to private life. Of the 250,000 miles of railroad in the United States, figures compiled by the In- terstate Commerce Commission show that on January 1, 1913, there were 83.949 miles operated under the block system. Of this total, 22,228 miles are automatic and 61,731 manual. This is an increase over the pre- ceding year of 7,540 miles. An Augusta, Ga., dispatch under date of April 17th, says: “The Louisville & Nash- ville Railroad Company and the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company, joint lessees of the^Georgia Railroad, were found guilty in the United States Court of eleven violations of the sixteen-hour law and the twenty-eight-hour law.” Digitized by LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 713 The strike of the street car men in Buf- falo ended in a complete victory for the men. The traction company has agreed to recognize the Street Car Men’s Union, and has further agreed to reinstate all former employes in the position and with the seni- ority formerly held by them. All matters in dispute are to be settled by a board of arbitration. The State Legislature of Texas has passed an eight-hour law and it has been signed by the Governor. The new law ap- plies to employes of State, county and municipalities, and to all contracts let by the State, county, precinct, city or political unit of the State. The new law includes all road work contemplated under a county bond issue, to the building of bridges, and also includes all street paving. The offi- cials of the organized-labor movement con- sider the law one of the best in the United States, if not the very best. The State Supreme Court of Colorado has upheld the Initiative and Referendum Law. The court held that the people have power to initiate an act repealing any law passed by the legislature. A tangle in legislation is apparent at this time, owing to the fact that two eight-hour laws, one initiated by the employers and one by the working people, were both adopted. The Supreme Court in its recent opinion de- clared that the legislature had the right to pass a new eight-hour law to replace the two initiated laws passed by the people last fall. The court declared that the will of the people is supreme and that any law passed by the legislature could be repealed under the initiative and referendum. Governor Sulzer, of New York, on April 22d, sent the name of John Mitchell to the Senate, asking his confirmation as Com- missioner of Labor for the State. “Mitchell is a worldman,” asserted Mr. Sulzer, “who has a great heart and a great head. I am satisfied that Mr. Mitchell’s appointment will give hope to the toilers and restore confidence between employers and employes and go far to prevent industrial disturb- ances in the future. Mr. Mitchell did not want the office. I pleaded with him to take it. Just as the office of Highways Commis- sioner sought Mr. Carlisle, so the office of Commissioner of Labor sought Mr. Mitchell.” The Philadelphia Record , in a recent issue, publishes the following brief and significant editorial: “It is saddening to learn from the annual report, of the Presi- dent of the Delaware, Lackawanna & West- ern Railroad, which last year earned 33. 16 per cent upon its stock, that the activities of the State and Federal Government and the demands of employes are placing a ‘heavy* burden upon the company. Unless a halt is put on these activities and de- mands, it is dreadful to think that some day the Lackawanna’s earnings may be seriously reduced, say to 30 per cent, or, terrible thought, even to 25 per cent. In 1912, after setting aside 20 per cent for dividends, the company still had a surplus of over $4,000,- 000, largely due to its heavy profits from the transportation on anthracite coal.” The bill providing for pensions for in- digent mothers, an administration measure, has been passed by the State Legislature of Ohio, and is now before the Governor for his approval, which is assured. The Jaw provides for an annual tax levy of one- tenth of a mill, which is expected to create a fund each year of not less than $700,000. with which to pay the pension authorized. Destitute widows, women whose husbands are completely disabled, have deserted them, or are serving prison sentences, are to be cared for under the provisions of the meas- ure. Juvenile courts are to be authorized to pay such women $15.00 a month for a child under 14 years of age, and $7.00 a month for each additional child under that age. Other drastic changes are made in the juvenile code. Under the latter, boys under 14 are prohibited from selling news- papers or chewing gum on the streets. A case involving the rights of trade un- ionists to refuse to work with a non-mem- ber has just been decided by the courts of London. -The controversy arose when the workmen in a cigar factory demanded that a certain employe join the union, and upon the refusal of the employe to comply the Digitized by Google

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714 The Railroad Telegrapher. employer was informed that a strike would follow if the employe was longer employed. The employer stated the circumstances to the recalcitrant employe, who, again re- fusing to join the union, was discharged. A suit for damages and the injunction to restrain the members of the union from inducing the employer to refuse employ- ment to the plaintiff was instituted. The case was tried and the decision rendered sustained the position taken by the union men that they had a legal right to refuse to work with a non-member and urge dis- charge. A bill providing compensation for em- ployes of United States suffering injuries and occupational diseases in the course of their employment has been introduced in the United States Senate by Senator Kern of Indiana. This bill is to supplant the present law, which has numerous weak- nesses and which only embraces about one- third of the 350,000 Federal employes, grants no relief for incapacity lasting less than fifteen days, makes no provision for medical treatment and its most liberal bene- fit grants only one year's wages for total blindness, lifelong disability or death. The Kern bill includes all civilian employes of the Government and reduces the waiting time from fifteen days to three, and grants a liberal scale of compensation during the entire period of disability. Special provi- sion is also made for the prevention of accidents and occupational diseases in navy yards and Government workshops. Another new feature is compensation for occupa- tional diseases, such as lead poisoning. The drafting of this bill is largely the result of investigations made by the American Association for Labor Legislation. E. A. Foster. W. T. Thompson. C. H. Bosch en, Gen*l Chairman. O. R. T. GENERAL COM M ITT EE — R. F. & P. and W. S. RY’S. Digitized by Google

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PERSONAL /MENTION The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: To Bro. and Mrs. W. M. Tilley, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. E. Lewis, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. John Clissold, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. V. N. Field, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. W. Peterson, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. H. Moffett, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. F. Withers, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. T. H. Trend! ey, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. George Miller, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Harry Morse, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. A. Root, of Selma, Cal., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. C. Locker, of Gi- rard, 111., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. P. M. Keefe, of Friend- ship, Wis., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. C. Terrill, of Hock- ing, Ohio, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. H. Mohler, of Reece, Kan., a boy. , To Bro. and Mrs. R. A. Haynes, of Sparta, 111., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. W. B. Dix, of Robin- son, 111., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. I. E. Thomas, of Ter- ry, Mont., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. A. Smith, of Wol- verine, Mich, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. E. J. Beede, of Mor- rice, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. F. O. Wille, of Clarks- ton, Mich., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. D. A. Crum, of Stude- baker, Ind., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. S. S. Hahn, of North Ritchie, 111., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. Mont Beistle, of Lib- erty, Mo., twin girls. To Bro. and Mrs. R. C. Lyons, of Kali- spell, Mont., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. B. Atwood, of Vic- toria, B. C., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. H. Bates, of Amcry, Wis., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. V. B. Sanford, of Bremen, Ga., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. C. Fraser, of Bur- lington, Wis., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. F. W. Covnick, of Helena, Mont., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. A. C. Boyles, of Og- densburg, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Ed. Van Nostrand, of Jamaica, N. Y., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. M. Flippin, of Paragould, Ark., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. C. H. Schneider, of Reinbeck, Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. M. Gordan, of Sterling, Mich., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. J. Schwarderer, of Valentine, Tex., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. B. Shaw, of North Battleford, Sask., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Arthur Gordon, of East Branch, N. Y., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. W. Gordan, of North Bay, N. Y., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. W. Barnhart, of Pumpville, Tex., twins (boy and girl). The following marriages have been re- ported since the last issue of The Teleg- rapher : Bro. C. J. Elgas, of Div. 76, to Miss Silvia Merritt. Bro. C. N. Thomas, of Div. 76, to Miss Pearl Harvey. Bro. J. R. Watts, of Div. 27, to Miss Stella Weir. Bro. Leon Benner, of Div. 53, to Miss Martha Stearns. Bro. H. E. Brown, of Div. 9 7, to Miss Eva M. Johnson. Bro. R. J. Conklin, of Div. 4 2, to Miss Margarate Quinn. Digitized by Google

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716 The Railroad Telegrapher. At Peveley, Mo., Bro. S. Bedford, of Div. 31, to Miss Bertha Heiner. At Monette, Ark., Bro. V. P. Upton, of Div. 32, to Miss Laura Brown. At Belton, Ga., Bro. J. C. F. Clyatt, of Div. 59, to Miss Bessie Carlton. At Potsdam, N. Y., Bro. T. Sftiith, of Div. 8, to Miss G. M. Lawrence. At San Antonio, Tex., Bro. C. J. Jones, Div. 25, to Mrs. Harriet Fowler. Bro. E. K. Edmonds, of Div. 23, to Miss Vesta Haines, of McCombs, Ohio. Bro. C. L. Bush, of Div. 53, to Miss Elsie Shank, of Big Spring, Tex. At Springfield, Mo., Bro. J. A. Copening, of Div. 32, to Miss Zona Croyles. At Palestine, Tex., Bro. J. J. Burns, of Div. 25, to Miss Fannie S. Cundiff. At San Antonio, Tex., Bro. Stewart Hor- ton, of Div. 32, to Miss Maude Fry. At Williamsville, Mo., Bro. G. P. Rob- erts, of Div. 31, to Miss Bertie Gunn. At Marshfield, Wis., Bro. Anton G. Kum- beir, of Div. 76, to Miss Emma Fuleger. At Lake View, N. Y., Bro. H. L. Can- trick, of Div. 129, to Miss Laura Brick. Bro. D. E. Wolfe, of Div. 18, to*Miss Florence Hackenberger, of Findlay, Ohio. At Centralia, Wash., Bro. Ira E. Barr, of Div. 7, to Miss Mabel Kelly, of Walla Walla, Wash. The Telegrapher extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. J. R. French, of Div. 32. Mother of Bro. H. T. Byrne, of Div. 7. Son of Bro. E. E. Hardie, of Div. 144. Wife of Bro. J. W. Shepardson, of Div. 20. Mother of Bro. Frank Haran, of the Grand. At Dalton City, 111., Bro. A. J. Land, of Div. 93. At Albany, Wis., Bro. H. Brockway, of Div. 23. At Thompson, Utah, Bro. R. B. Marks, of Div. 49. Grandfather of Bro. Chas. Burgin, of Div. 59. Father and mother of Bro. E. W. Hoover, of Div. 51. At McKenna, Wash., wife of Bro. D. W. Boh, of Div. 23. Father of Bro. F. C. Folkey, of Div. 29. accidentally killed. At Braymer, Mo., father of Bro. F. E. Perry, of Div. 23. At Spring Valley, Minn., Bro. Merton M. Kellogg, of Div. 23. At Silver Lake, Kan., wife of Bro. Chas. Alexander, of Div. 6. At Woonsocket, R. I., sister ol Sister R. M. Barry, of Div. 35. At Oyster Bay, N. Y., father of Bro. A. L. Marsh, of Div. 44. E. H. Williams,. (Deceased), Member Div. No. 14. At Wurtsboro, N. Y., daughter of Bro. C. A. Pierce, of Div. 20. Bro. G. W. Thomas, of Div. 138, drowned during the recent flood. At Princeton, 111., grandmother of Bro. C. M. Salander, of Div. 130. At Black River Falls, Wis., mother of Bro. E. O. Allen, of Div. 4. At Jamestown, Ohio, mother of Bro. Jesse McFarland, of Div. 138. At Wigwam, Colo., infant daughter of Bro. H. E. Happy, of Div. 49. Father of Bro. W. E. Peck, of Div. 53, and Bro. B. W. Peck, of Div. 148. Digitized by v^.ooQLe

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 717 At Chapman, Neb., father of Bro. Frank Ritter, of Div. 6, accidentally killed. At Kennerdell, Pa., mother of Sister and Bro. V. D. and C. A. A. Snyder, of Div. 17. The bereaved relatives have the sym- pathy of all. WANTED. Present address of G. F. Fernald. J. H. Fernald, 20 Franklin St., Wakefield, Mass. Present whereabouts of Operator George Terry, signed “UO” when working for the I. & G. N. James Terry, Passenger Conductor, Mart, Tex. Present address of Jerome Bostick, last heard from in Wilcox, Ariz. “B,” if you see this, write me at once; very important. J. E. Swenson, Beaumont, Tex. Present address of C. B. Crimm, last heard of worked on the Western Maryland in 1907. “CB,” if you see this, write me. P. Morgan, Care Dispatcher’s Office C. N. Ry., Edmonton, Alta. Present address of W. A. Morgan, last heard of working for the M. K. & T. at Tulsa, Okla. Anyone knowing his where- abouts, kindly communicate with R. H. Hays, Tallahassee, Ala. Present address of Kyle M. Akers, for- merly conductor on Union Pacific at Raw- lins, Wyo. Last heard from was working on police force at San Barnardino, Cal. A. A. Akers, Black Buttes, Wyo. Present address of John G. Tankersley, last heard of in the summer of 1910, work- ing tor some road in New Mexico. Was in bad health. Anyone knowing his where- abouts, please write me. Walter Wilson, Bremen, Kan. Present address of Fred L. Tokelson, last seen in 1905. on a freight train headed for Joliet, 111. He is about 5 feet 7 inches tall, dark hair, blue eyes, now about 23 years old. Usually works as cook or waiter in a restaurant. Sometimes goes by the name of Fred Lovin. Any information as to his whereabouts will be appreciated by me. J. L. Lovin, Rockdale, Tex. Present address of Z. Sherwood, left Montevallo, Ala., in spring of 1911, to visit his people in Ohio, leaving his trunk in depot. Trunk is still here. Anyone know- ing his whereabouts, please write. J. W. F.^ Garner, Montevallo, Ala. Present address of John E. Nusbaum. Worked as operator in Oakes, N. D., in 1906. Last heard of in Grand Forks or John B. Nusbaum. Fargo, N. D., in the spring of 1908. Any- one knowing his whereabouts will confer a favor by communicating with me. R. C. Heath, Abernathy, Tex. Present address of Kirk Cannon, last heard of was agent on Wabash Ry., near Decatur, 111.; also address of E. Carter, last heard of in Texas with C. R. I. & G. Boys, if you see this, write me, care C. P. R„ Outlook, Sask., Can. M w Present address of W. H. Herr, worked for C. M. & P. S. at Miles City relay office, in August, 1912. Last heard of working in general office M. &. O. at St. Louis, Mo„ Digitized by VjOOQLC

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718 The Railroad Telegrapher. in December, 1912. Important news for you. W. C. Cole, Care G. T. Ry., Dispatchers Office, Durand, Mich. Present address of E. N. Lundell. When last heard from, a year and a half ago, he was in the State of Washington. Anyone knowing his whereabouts, kindly communi- cate with his sister, Miss Alma Lundell, Box 145, Cambridge, Minn. Information concerning the whereabouts of Taylor West, operator, last heard of working for Mexican International Ry. at Monclova, Chio, Mex. His sister is anx- ious to locate him. Anyone knowing his address, kindly communicate with L. H. Pritchett, Separ, N. M. J. E. French. D. K. Robinson. “Flooded,” K. & M. Ry., Brosia, W. Va. Information concerning Mr. R. II. Potter, who left Hutchinson, Kan., Sept. 22, 1912, and was last heard from at Kansas City, Mo., September 25th. Description : 6 feet 3 inches tall, weight 167 pounds, dark brown hair, curly ; bald, light-blue eyes, smooth scar on forehead, sandy, stubby mustache, white even teeth, fair complex- ion. Section foreman for many years ; supposed to be deranged. Write or wire me at my expense. H. J. Mohler, Gen’l Secy & Treas. Div. 31, 401 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. Present address of II. J. Easton, last heard of at Kansas City, Mo. Understand he left for Salt Lake City, Utah. Prob- ably working for some railroad or tele- graph company as telegrapher, train dis- patcher or agent. Ernest C. Easton, Iona, Sta., Ont., Canada. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 12375, Cert. 954, Div. 2, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 3980, Cert. 2823, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 8297, Cert. 1456, Div. 8, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 25280, Cert. 2844, Div. 130, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11513, Cert. 2224, Div. 33, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 2905, Cert. 99, Div. 125, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 17868, Cert. 1110, Div. 132, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11525, Cert. 15 11, Div. 32, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 33932, Cert. 2390, Div. 93, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 24286, Cert. 3295, Grand Div., for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 18673, Cert. 828, Div. 23, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 17894, Cert. 1817, Div. 132, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 30564, Cert. 1968, Div. 17, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 21492, Cert. 391, Div. 41. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 27278, Cert. 213, Div. 89, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 26809, Cert. 227, Div. 39. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 10474, Cert. 2910, Div. 23, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 27014, Cert. 2363, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 8444, Cert. 240, Div. 70, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 6461, Cert. 1975, Div. 126, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 5772, Cert. 909, Div. 43, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35615, Cert. 1465, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 18892, Cert. 239, Div. 25, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 32808, Cert. 2523, Div. 59 for term ending June 30, 1913. Digitized by Google

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THE AUXILIARY. By Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. THIS, May-time, again marks the end- ing of two more years in the Aux- iliary history; two years in which much has been accomplished, much has been learned, and much benefit derived from the experiences of our undertakings. Another two years should find an altar to unionism builded round about the hearth- stone of every home where a telegrapher resides, builded there by either the wife, mother, daughter or sister. Another two years should mark the working of relief committees on every sec- tion of road, where the O. R. T. exists, coming from its Auxiliary, composed of Mu. E. B. Smith, President Ladies’ Auxiliary to O. R. T. This, May-time, marks the fourth birth- day of the Auxiliary. Its growth has been astounding, and it has weathered the storms in its making, so well, that the next two years will undoubtedly bring about still more activity among the railroad teleg- raphers and their families, in order that when the Auxiliary celebrates its sixth birthday there will not be a road in the United States or in Canada but that has its Auxiliary. motherly and sisterly women, whose mother-nature has been touched by the growing need of such work among the craft and the families of the craft. • Another two years should mark the time when every fireside of a railroad telegra- pher will not be complete without The Telegrapher laying on the center-table with the family bible; for the one means spiritual education and uplift, while the other means physical and mental education. Digitized by VjOO^LC

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720 The Railroad Telegrapher. Another two years should mark the time when social events are given by the Ladies’ Auxiliary at intervals over the entire sys- tems of roads where the O. R. T. exists. Another two years should mark the time when the railroad telegrapher and his family may look forward to at least a semi-annual event where all their families will congregate, get acquainted, and feel the fraternal tie that binds them so closely together. Let everyone return to their respective divisions from this convention with a set I shall not again accept the presidency of the Auxiliary, on account of my failing health, and I am sure the Baltimore Con- vention will choose well and wisely some- one to steer this great ship into many more successful years. I shall always be glad to render any help or assistance which I can within my power, as long as I am al- lowed to live. In parting, let me say, my work among you has been pleasant. On, account of my extremely poor health the past year I have been unable to accomplish those things purpose to start the Auxiliary to going on their division, if only in a small way — it will grow — one can not expect anything to grow without first giving it an opportunity to grow. Let everyone at home who was not fortunate enough to attend this convention firmly resolve that upon the return of their delegates from the Baltimore Convention that they will immediately commence to assist him in getting the ladies of the teleg- raphers’ families together, and get them started in this great work on every division of road in the United States and Canada. which I would have liked; however, 1 feel that I have done the best I could with the strength which I had. * I leave you feeling a happiness that I was able to start this great work four years ago in Atlanta, a work which had been my ambition for many years past. It is gratify- ing to see its growth, and the splendid future which is held out to this noble organization. In closing, let me say that I shall at all times be glad to hear from the members and officers of both the O. R. T. and the L. A., as I feel very near to you all. You Digitized by LjOOQIC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 721 shall always find .me with an O. R.>T. card, and its “partner in life,” the L. A. card, whether I am working at the trade or not. With my best wishes for all, I am Fraternally, Mrs. E. B. Smith, President. Local No. 15. Since last August the Auxiliary has been steadily gaining new members, through the untiring efforts of our general secretary and treasurer. Our local officers have been elected and are having the pleasure of see- ing what united effort can do. be held in the near future. We hope we will have the pleasure to greet you at this event. Cert. 40. Long Island Ry.f Local No. 16. Not having seen anything from this local in a long while, will try to write a few notes for the May issue. Our regular meeting for the month of April was held Saturday, the 12th, and proved a success, as a large number of the sisters were pres- ent, and after the regular meeting we enter- tained the brothers of Division 44, and served refreshments, and were especially Mss. E. L. Mathis, First Vice* President Ladies' Auxiliary to O. R. T. The monthly meetings held at the homes of Auxiliary members, arc indeed a success, and one need only attend them to acquire a taste for more. The brothers, I believe, wish to give a testimonial along this line. They are in- vited to come to our meeting, and do so apparently with pleasure. I have even heard that they discuss the program and menu at their meetings. Come as often as you like, brothers, and bring others with you. The ticket of admission reads in this manner, “Try and send or bring a new ap- plication for membership to the Auxiliary.” Come, let us bid you welcome. We have plans on foot for a Strawberry Festival, to glad to see Bro. Linn, of New York Divi- sion 26, as he enjoyed the sisters’ pastry cooking so much that he placed Mrs. Linn’s application in the hands of our popular secretary and treasurer, Sister Shields. We wish that more of the brothers would send in the names of their wives, sisters and mothers, as we have a nice local and a large amount in the treasury, and you could not find a better set of officers, which was vouched for at our last meeting, when a specially-made, solid-gold emblem pin was presented to our worthy chairman, Sister Hilley, for her work in the chair; as she has been in the chair ever since we were organized. Also the application of Sister Digitized by Google

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722 The Railroad Telegrapher. Hesbach, of Division 44, was favorably acted upon. Let the good work go on. Several of the sisters visited Sister Ellen Van Nostrand, on her eighty-first birthday. Mrs. H. P. Bilson, Second Vice-President Ladies’ Auxiliary to O. R. T. on March 17th. Sister Van Nostrand has the honor of being the oldest member of the organization, as well as being a charter member of the Grand Division. We all wish her many happy returns of the day. We all missed the smiling face of Sister Powers at our last meeting, as we can not remember when Sister Powers was absent before. Sister Martin was detained home on ac- count of the illness of Brd. Martin, of Division 44, and we all hope for his speedy recovery, and that Sister Martin will be with us next meeting. At this writing we expect to have a large delegation at the Baltimore convention, as Sisters Hilley, Powers, Filby and Heller will attend to represent the “Banner Divi- sion of the East.” In June we expect to have our annual anniversary in conjunction with Division 44, as last year it proved a large success, and this year we hope to eclipse anything of former years, and hope that all the sis- ters will attend our next meeting to help arrange this blue-ribbon affair. It certainly seems that more of the sis- ters could attend the meeting, when Sister Gaffney, who has been very sick, was pres- ent. We are all glad to have her with us again, and hope that she will come often. We were glad to have Sister Shields with us again at our last meeting, as she was absent in March on account of being sick with the grippe. This was the first meeting Sister Shields has missed since the local was instituted. Sister Edith Burke spent several days in Patchogue recently, reporting a lovely time. She is receiving congratulations. We won- der why? Div. Cor. Jamaica, N. Y., April 11, 1913. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom, has deemed it best to call to His heavenly home the beloved father of our brother, A. L. Marsh; therefore be it Resolved, That we, the members of the Ladies’ Auxiliary, Local No. 16, of the Mrs. J. J. Campbell, Third Vice-President Ladies' Auxiliary to O. R. T. Order of Railroad Telegraphers, Local Di- vision No. 44, extend to our Bro. and Sis- ter Marsh our heartfelt sympathy in their hour of grief, and commend them for Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 723 guidance and strength to an all-wise Ruler ; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolu- tions be spread upon the minutes of this Mrs. T. M. Boyd, Seventh Vice-President Ladies' Auxiliary to O. R. T. division, a copy forwarded to our bereaved brother and a copy sent to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. Mrs. J. E. Shields, Miss E. Decker, Mrs. J. L. Martin, Committee. Southern Pacific Ry., Local No. 18. We will soon begin another period in the history of our organization as the Second Biennial Session of the Ladies* Auxiliary to the Order of Railroad Telegraphers will be convened in the city of Baltimore, Md., at the Emerson Tower Building, corner of Lombard and Eutaw streets, on the second Monday of May, 1913. The Auxiliary office was opened in Sis- ter Pierce*s home, at 2021 Longwood street, in beautiful Walbrook, where she will be delighted to meet the sisters who attend the convention. The purpose of the Ladies* Auxiliary is to unite the relatives of all delegates and Grand Officers in bonds of sympathy and friendship, to give opportunity for more intimate acquaintances and furnish occa- sion for social recreation during the session of the Grand Division of the O. R. T., and judging from the steady growth of the Auxiliary during the past few months, the attendance at the present session will be very large. The increased interest being taken by the O. R. T. brothers in all sec- tions of the country has been very gratify- ing to everyone. The men are just begin- ning to realize the good of the Auxiliary and the benefit it will continue to be to the Order. Mrs. E. Mulvihill, General Chairman. Colorado Midland Ry., Local No. 23. Our first meeting was held at Cascade, Tuesday evening, April 17th, and while the meeting was but a short one on account of our train being late, everyone enjoyed themselves to the fullest extent. A five- course dinner was served by Sisters Gard- ner and Potts, of Cascade, and I am una- ble to express in words the goodness of everything. Temporary arrangements were Miss Dita May West, Chairman Board of Directors Ladies' Auxiliary to O. R. T. made, for putting together our “log cabin** quilt, and we hope to have it ready for its sale in a short time. Digitized by Google

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724 The Railroad Telegrapher. All regretted very much not having Sis- ters Cooke, Sipes and Colson with us, as well as Mrs. Coldiron, who expected to be with us with an application, but was pre- Mrs. J. R. Hefner, Secretary Board of Directors Ladies’ Auxiliary to O. R. T. vented from being present on account of illness of Baby Coldiron. We are very sorry to learn that Sister Sipes is still on the sick list. Sister Fritz is spending a few days with Sister Leary at Sellar. Sister Loveland remained a few days at Cascade with Sisters Gardner and Potts before returning home. Sister Collier desires that our next meet- ing be with her at Arkansas Junction. Let us hope that all can be with us at that time. Sister Loveland also highly recommends Granite for our next meeting place. Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen. Sec. and Treas. Pennsylvania Railway Lines East of Pittsburg. Our April meeting was held Wednesday afternoon, April 16th, at Sister Thomp- son’s house. The weather was so bad that only a few of the true-blue variety showed up. There is possibly some excuse for the others not being on hand. Sister Maurer braved the elements and arrived on time, and we were pleased to have her present. On account of the slim attendance there was very little to be done, and on account of the convention this month there will be no meeting in May. We had extended a special invitation to a number of ladies, and we were sorry that the weather was so bad, as we had surely expected some of them, at least, to be present. About 4 p. m. it cleared up, and from then on it was a fine day, but that was too late. We wish to request all the men who have wives or daughters to make an effort to get them to join us. The cost is not much and they will enjoy it after they once get interested. The way to do this is to send in their applications, with the initiation fee and dues for the present term, and hand them the card, and they will do the rest. We see no reason why you could not do this for us. Anyone wishing any information or ap- plication blanks can secure them by writ- Mrs. N. C. Paulson, Member Board of Directors Ladies* Auxiliary to O. R. T. ing to the secretary-treasurer, Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, Pitman, N. J. Send applica- tions and money to her. This applies to the whole system. Sally Ann. Digitized by Google

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£5 L5LXLLAN si ■ \m m m Written for The Railroad Telegrapher. BACKWARDS. UO AY, Mr. Oprater, what would yu* charge to teach me to telegraft?” Mr. Wm. A. Brandon, agent at the little station at Greendale, after adding up a column of figures in the cash book on which he had been working for the past hour, glanced up at the small ticket window to locate the source of the above question, put to him in a faltering voice. At first glance there was no one to be seen, the. questioner apparently deciding that the agent was too busy to attend to such mat- ters at present, had departed, but looking through the slatted partition between the office and waiting room, he beheld an over- grown boy of the countrified type standing by the heat reddened stove, his large, rough hands extending from coat sleeves two inches too short, were held towards the stove, not especially for warmth, but rather to have something to do to relieve his em- barrassment. He was probably five feet six, his face freckled to the extreme, a bright red 'kerchief tied in a large knot around his long neck, and his rough suit of clothes looked as though they might have fit two or three years before, but now sadly outgrown. Stepping to the ticket window Brandon inquired : “Were you speaking to me a minute ago, boy?” At this the boy gianced around to see if there were any other persons in the waiting room in order to satisfy himself that it was he to whom the agent was speaking, and being convinced that he was the sole occu- pant of the room, he plucked up courage, stepped to the ticket window and with the same faltered voice answered : “I wuz askin' yu’ what yu’ would charge to teach me to telegraft, or whatever you call hit handlin’ them ther tickin’ things over thar in the bay winder.” “Well,” replied the agent, “I do not know that I have time to spare from my work to take in students at present, but what is your reason for wanting to learn telegraphy?” “Hits this way,” replied the lad, “me’n pa’s been working hard all summer and now t bein’ the farm work’s ’bout done, I jist F. A. Parent, Delegate Div. No. i. got an idee that I would like ter learn somethin’ else ’sides farmin’, gits orful old, jist plow and harri’, rake and hoe, milk and feed day in and day out and I’m gettin’ darn tired o’ hit. Say,” he broke in afresh, “I fergot to interduce myself. My name be’s George Washington Spindleton. My uncle on ma’s side of the house, Jim Ram- sey, was justice of ther peace for nigh outer two years, and pa’s brother Mike was Digitized by Google

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726 The Railroad Telegrapher. deacon in the Shiloh church till he drunk too much hard cider one day about a year ago, and they thro wed him outen the church, but he’s all right jist ther same.” T. Barlow, Delegate Div. No. i. “No,” put in the lad, “I hain’t got thu money to go away to school and don't think pa would let me no how, but think he would stand for this telegraft business if I could learn right here at home.” Now Brandon had had just such requests several times from boys looking for a soft snap, had tried two or three of them and as they had been more trouble than good, he had fired them out bodily and since then had enjoyed being rid of the task of answering the many foolish questions that the would-be telegraphers had been asking him; in this case he decided that the afore- mentioned George Washington Spindleton would be the limit in this respect. “I would like to help you out if I could,” said Brandon, “but can't see my way clear to do it, can’t afford to risk my job by having students around and think the best thing for you to do is to go back to the farm work and save enough money to take you to some city school and learn a good profession of some kind; there are plenty of good trades besides railroading that are far more easy to learn.” At this juncture, George, thinking that he had said enough to convey his wants, and also given enough of his ancestral his- tory to receive the good opinion of the lis- tening agent, stopped his speech and stepped towards the waiting room door, apparently thinking he had better get out before he was thrown out, but instead of going outside, he merely opened the door, emptied his mouth of the tobacco juice which had been accumulating while he had been making his introductory speech, and going back to the ticket window, awaited the answer to his question. “I have very little time to spare to teach telegraphy,” replied the agent, “and further the superintendent does not allow us to have students around the office without his permission. Why don't you try something else; this agent’s work is not what it's cracked up to be, and there are other pro- fessions that pay a great deal more money. Why don’t you make a lawyer, a doctor or something like that out of yourself?” W. M. Middlrtok, Delegate Div. No. i. At this the lad’s face fell and he shambled out of the waiting room the picture of dejection. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 727 The waiting room door had hardly closed behind the boy when a bright idea flashed into Brandon’s fertile brain and raising the window, he called the boy back, and trying R. L. Harrop, Delegate Div. No. i. to keep a mischievous smile from his face, said to him: “I may be able to help you out yet. If you can get some boy friend to go in with you and put up a short line from your house to his I have a couple of sets of instruments here which I will let you have for $5.00 and in this way you could learn yourselves. I bought the instruments about two years ago with the intention of teaching my wife, but she has her hands full now with our year-old son and they will be just the thing for you.” This idea seemed to liven up the spirits of George and with “That’s a purty good idee; I'll go right now and get the wire from the store if they got hit, and I’ll be back here next Saturday with that $5 00, for I think I kin get hit frum Pa for the calf of mine he soold last week,” and away he went, leaving Brandon standing at the window laughing till his sides hurt. The following Saturday the country boy again showed up at the station and flash- ing a $5.00 bill at the agent, exclaimed: “I got ther money and want them ther tickers to take home with me; we got the wire strung 'tween our house and Jake Burns’ about a half mile away, we put hit on the tops of the fence posts, but guess that will be all right.” Brandon scratched his head for a moment, having almost forgotten the in- cident of the previous Saturday, but upon glancing a second time at the face in the ticket window, his face lit up with a smile and with : “You sure are a plucky lad,” he went to the shelf at the other end of the office and taking two sets of instruments down he wrapped them in strong paper and handed the package to the anxious boy.. He received in return the $5.00 bill, thinking he had made a good sale for the two sets had only cost him $3.$o. “Now, George,” he continued, “I will write you an alphabet and then you and your chum can get down to business.” So saying he took a letter head from his desk, wrote the alphabet plainly so there would be no mis- ' take, handed it to the waiting lad and ex- plained to him the mystery of the dots and G. M. McGuire, Delegate Div. No. 1. dashes, how to connect up his instruments and so forth, but in the meantime it was a great effort to keep from roaring with Digitized by Google

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728 The Railroad Telegrapher. laughter at the idea which had flashed into his mind the Saturday before. The country boy in high glee grabbed the precious package and thanking the genial Gko. E. McTaggart, Alternate Div. No. i. agent to the best of his ability, departed and was not seen around the station for several weeks. Finally one afternoon Brandon noticed young Spindleton standing at the ticket window, earnestly listening with a per- plexed manner at the constant ticking of the instruments, apparently making no sense out of the dots and dashes as they were being sent. “Well/’ inquired Brandon, “how are you getting along with railroad work by this time ?” “All right, I guess,” replied the boy, “me and Jake practices most every night after we get our day’s work done, but them ticks on your wires don’t sound zactly like the ones we make.” “Here now,” advised Brandon, “you must’nt expect to learn in such a short time; it sometimes takes a man a year to learn even to copy slow from the wires, and a year or so after that to make a good telegrapher out of himself, so keep digging and you will come out all right after a while.” Thus encouraged, George shambled off with a determination plainly written on his face to do or die in the attempt. The long winter months dragged slowly by, and spring came in all its glory. The grass was peeping up through the barely- thawed-out ground, the trees were begin- ning to bud and things in general were tak- ing on new life. Agent Brandon was busy with his office work and also taking care of a fine bunch of prize poultry which he expected to make a little extra money on the coming summer. It was the first day of May and as he sat at his desk in the little office up to his ears in work, getting his report for the month just past in shape to be mailed to the auditor’s office, he heard a faint pecking on the ticket window. Not wishing to be bothered on account of hav- ing just one short hour to get the reports finished up for mailing on the afternoon train, he took slight notice of the pecking, M. R. Brewer, Alternate Div. No. i. not even sparing a glance at the window until he heard it again. Still keeping his eyes on the work before him he took Digitize -)y Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 729 special notice of the seemingly regularity of the pecks — peck, peck, peck, peck — Pause, peck, another pause, peck, pause, peck, these last two little harder than the others P. A. Malcolm, Alternate Div. No. i. — peck, small pause, then peck again: Still absorbed in his work, he did not yet glance at the window, finally the pecking was re- sumed again with the same regularity as before. He tried to figure out what the pecking meant, when the thought flashed through his mind that some wandering operator had happened along and was trying to play a joke on him. Going over the pecks again in his mind, he figured out, four pecks, evidently meaning dots in telegraphy, stood for the letter “h,” next was one dot, that’s “e,” next were two pecks a little harder than the others, evidently meant for dashes, short dash “t,” long dash “1.” “Well,” he mused, “guess he means those for “l’s,” then there was two dots with short pause between, he means that for dot, space, dot, that’s “o,” spelling over the letters again his eye twinkled as he made out the word, “Hello.” When a man works at a station for sev- eral months without seeing other operators, a brother of the craft is always a welcome visitor and Brandon was no exception to the rule, but after sealing the envelope containing the last report and wheeling around in his chair expecting to look into the face of a stranger, he beheld the smil- ing face of George Washington Spindleton. “Did I make’r right,” asked George. Hardly able to believe his eyes and ears Brandon stepped over to the window and exclaimed: “Of course you did, you must be getting along pretty well. Where have you been keeping yourself all these months ?” “I’ve been orful busy,” returned George, “helping pa clear up , some new land and takin' keer of ’bout thirty head of hogs and some sheep and cattle. Me and Jake talks on our wire every nighj, thugh ma makes me go to bed, so I haint had time to get to town *cept on Sunday and then didn’t want to bother you ’cause thunk after a feller works ’round an office all week, he wouldn’t like bein’ bothered on Sunday, but Thos. Riley, Delegate Div. No. a. I got such a hankerin’ to hear some real railroad tickin’ that I jist had to stop a min- ute or two today.” Digitized by Google

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730 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Come in a while,” invited Brandon, “and maybe you can hear some news on the wires.” C. A. Patterson, Delegate Div. No. 2. Feeling honored by being allowed in the office, George walked through the door held open for him by Brandon, and going to the telegraph table sat down and listened in- tently to the ticking of the instruments. After a while he glanced around at Bran- don and heaving a long sigh, exclaimed: “Guess I'm not good 'nuff yit ; I can't make head ner tails out o' these here fellers' talkin'.” • With an effort, Brandon restrained his desire tp laugh outright, but with a sober fice, he stepped over to the switch board, cut out one of the wires, placed two car s*als from one post of the relay to the other, thus making a local or short circuit in that one office, he sat down at the table and made each letter in the alphabet, ask- ing George as he made each letter what it was. With unexpected promptness George named the letters as they were made, only faltering on a few of the hardest. “Now, George,” said Brandon in a fatherly manner, “the way they send on the main line wires here is just a little too fast for you; all you need is a little more practice. I think by the time another win- ter rolls around, you ought to be good enough to hit the chief for a job.” Highly elated over the praise given him by Brandon, the would-be “operator” left the office and went back to his farm work and to the nightly practices with his chum, Jake. * * * “Say, Mack,” broke in Stephens, the first trick dispatcher to the chief, as he bustled into the latter's office one morning in the early fall, “I have received n§ “OS” (mean- ing train report) from Greendale this morning and it's now 10:30 and Nos. 3 and 18 both on time, and three drags have passed there ; that man Brandon is un- usually prompt with his “OS's;” there must be something wrong down there.” “All right,” answered W. W. McDonald, the chief, always called Mack for short by the dispatchers. “If he don’t show up pretty E. P. Marion, Delegate Div. No. 2. soon, better have some train stop there and see what’s doin'.” Stephens went back to his table, but in probably fifteen minutes he disturbed the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 731 chief again with “Say, Mack, have you opened up any new offices on my district in the last day or two ?” L. T. Murdaugh, Delegate Div. No. 2. “None that I know of,” answered Mack. “Why?” “Seems to be something wrong on my wire this morning,” returned Stephens. “There’s that man not showing up at Green- dale and now there is a guy butting in every now and then saying “OS, WA/' and then a lot of stuff I can't make anything out of. Thought there might have been an office opened up down at the gravel pit at Waycross.” “You’re not feeling well this morning, Steve,” said the chief. “Maybe you better let us call another man and you take a few days’ rest.”* “Oh, say,” laughed Stephens, “There’s nothing wrong with me; come in here and listen to this wire a few minutes.” By this time the other two dispatchers in the office had caught the drift of the con- versation and in a few moments the entire force was leaning over Stephens’ train sheet listening for “WA” to show up again. Some thirty minutes passed with nothing but the usual routine of reports from the operators as the trains passed their stations, when finally a faltering clicking came over the wire, “OS, WA, ao, 44, vy, 1184 nm, wa.” “Now, Mack,” blurted out Stephens, “What do you make out of that?” “It’s German to me,” answered the chief, “tell him to do it again.” > At this Stephens opened his key and called “WA” several times, but no answer. When hopes had almost been given up, the same faltering hand sent back “I, WA.” “Where are you and what kind of ‘dope’ is that you are giving us,” sent back Stephens. To this he received no reply, and try as he might he was unable to get any satisfaction, only a mixed-up mess of dots and dashes which no one in the office could make anything of, and going back to their several places they decided that it was simply some student practicing on the wire while the operator had absented himself from the office. In a few minutes the chief, stepping to the door between his own office and that of the dispatcher’s, inquired of Stephens if No. 88 picked up the empty stock car at Green- dale for loading at Milltown. Q, P. MULLIW, Deleg»te Div. No. a. “Can’t say,” snapped Steve, who with the queer happenings of the morning had lost some of his usual good humor, “I haven't Digitized by Google

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732 The Railroad Telegrapher.' been able to raise Greendale yet, but have told Extra 1640 north to stop there and see what the trouble is — here’s ‘X’ tower F. I. Stan berry. Delegate Div. No. 2. next office north, now, maybe he has a message from the 1640,” and answering the call from “X” he copied the following mes- sage : “To W. W. M., 4D.’ New man at Green- dale; says agent is sick and he is working in his place ; says everything all right there, and that agent will be back to work to- morrow. ‘Signed. Reed, Exa. 1640 North.” “Well,” spoke up the chief, “everything is evidently not O. K. at Greendale as he re- ports, but guess we will have to do without that station for today and see what Bran- don has to say in the morning,” and as far as the train sheet was concerned, Green- dale was not on the line for the balance of the day, but every now and then that crazy operator, as Stephens had dubbed him, broke in on the wire with a lot of stuff that no one could read and if the now vexed dispatcher could have had his wish, all the students in the country would have mys- teriously disappeared. Just before going off duty in the afternoon he walked into the chiefs office and dropped the following message, or whatever it might be called, on the chiefs desk: “Thece is n mna hece gnats to lonu n rac rattle to rhirnwo bin viwrceek nau rr Z g tomoccog siw gnv.” “Some more of the crazy dope,* is it?” laughed Mack. “Oh, well, let it go. I rather think when Brandon comes to work in the morning we will find out something about that business,” and with this the mat- ter was dropped for the time being. At 8 :$o the next morning when the jovial Mr. Mack arrived at the office he was met by Stephens with “Well, we still got the crazy ‘op’ and no man at Greendale. Guess you better arrange to send a man down there to work until Brandon is able to be on duty again,” and on the next train south an extra operator was started to Green- dale with instructions to take charge of the office and report particulars relative to the regular agent's sickness and also as to the man who was supposed to be filling in the day before. E. W. Meyer, Alternate Div. No. a. In the course of an hour or so the new man showed up at Greendale, saying: “To ‘D,’ GN.” Stephens, with great curiosity Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 733 as to the outcome of the happenings of the day before, answered : “I, ‘D/ " “Say” sent “GN," “found a young man down here working like a trooper around A. C. Lam pe. Alternate Div. No. a. the office, and everything in good shape, but when he sends on the wire he seems to send exactly backwards. I sat him down at the table and asked him to make a ‘C/ and* he made an ‘R.’ I told him to make a ‘V’ and he shoots a ‘B’ at me, makes a ‘W* for a ‘G/ an ‘N’ for an /A* I told him I had been sent to take charge of the station, and after I had intimated to him that he sent wrong, he said that was the way he learned,* and muttering something about Gosh darn that ‘Brandon/ he left the office and haven't seen him since. The postmaster tells me that Brandon is very sick with high fever and liable to be off for two or three weeks; is so bad that he does not recognize mem- bers of his own family." Nothing more was heard around the dis- patcher’s office about the crazy operator until some three weeks after, when Brandon, having recovered from his illness, wrote the chief a lengthy letter, owning up to a prac- tical joke which he had played on a country boy. In explaining the occurrence, Bran- don stated that the boy had wanted to learn telegraphy, and not desiring to have him around the office he had sold him a set of instruments and wrote the alphabet for him, but his joking disposition getting the upper hand of him, he wrote the letters backwards as far as possible, thinking what a great joke it would be for the boy to learn backwards, his idea being that the lad would soon get discouraged and go back to his farm work satisfied. A few months after he found out that the boy was still pegging away at his telegraphy and actually making good progress, and while he saw that his joke was going too far, he did not have the nerve to disclose to the earnest lad, the imposition that was being practiced upon him. On the day that he (Brandon) had taken sick, he learned that the “student" was in town, and sent for him, told him as much about the office work as he could, the office call on the wire and how to “OS" (report trains by the station). While he was trying to think of some special in- structions that the boy might need in han- J. R. Hbfnsb, Alternate Div. No. a. dling the office, the thought flashed through his mind what a mix-up there would be when the backwards sending showed up on Digitized by Google

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734 The Railroad Telegrapher. the main line wires, and with the high fever he had developed, the shock was too much for him and he sank into unconsciousness Cow. P. Weight, Alternate Div. No. a. and was not in his right mind except at short intervals for some ten days after. George Washington Spindleton, still with an undaunted determination to learn the business, was taken into the office by Bran- don, and through a desire to atone for the injustice he had done the lad, he gave him all the help in his power, and although it was necessary to almost study all over again, George developed into a first-class operator, and upon application to Chief Dis- patcher McDonald, was given a good posi- tion. About a year after taking his first assignment, he resigned from the line on which he had learned, and last heard from he was working as a dispatcher for one of the mostTromincnt roads in the West with bright prospects for something still higher, but the incident of the operator who sent backwards will never be forgotten by the dispatchers and operators along the line where George Washington Spindleton learned the business. — By L. B. Johnson. Two-thirds of life are spent in hesitating and the other third in repenting. Written for The Raileoad Tkugeaphbb. FIR8T DAY IN EAGLE GULCH. ABOUT half past nine one August morning Buck Haines alighted ' from a west-bound train at Eagle Gulch, Arizona. Buck was the new opera- tor from the East who was to relieve the man now stationed at Eagle Gulch as night operator. As the train pulled westward Buck stood and gazed at the surrounding country. The platform was about thirty feet long with a signal post on each end. And in the middle was situated a small building which served as ticket office, signal tower and waiting room. On the west a high rocky divide rose, and stretched north and south as far as the eye could perceive. In back of him and on both &ides a level plain stretched, dotted here and there by a cluster of giant cactus and bisected about a hundred yards from the station by a rip- pling brook which had its source in the mountains above. While Buck was gazing at the scenery about him the station door opened and Bud Halloway, the manager. James Mathews, Delegate Div. No. 4. stood with his legs crossed and a pipe in his mouth. “Good evening/’ said Buck, advancing toward the station, “I am Buck Haines of Digitized by Google i

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 735 Chicago. Hager, the superintendent sent me here to relieve your night operator and to tell him to report at once at Hobb’s Creek pn the day trick/’ C. A. Whitakkr, Alternate Div. No. 4. “Glad to know yer,”. drawled Halloway, unconcerned. “Ever had a job telegraphing' before ?” “Yes,” said Buck, “I worked on the Erie as a relief operator for about six months/’ “Ever use a six-shooter?” queried Hallo- way. “No,” fumbled the astonished Buck. “Never had a'guif in my life.” “Well,” shouted the day man, “this ain’t no place for a man what don’t know how to handle lead.” “Well,” said the youthful operator, “I guess I can learn, can’t I ?” “Maybe* you can, and maybe you can’t, anyhow, let’s get in the office and we’ll show you a few things about the wires and so forth.” “All right,” assented Buck, and they moved on into the little office. Much to Buck’s pleasure the inside was more imposing than the exterior. A table piled with papers and different files stood in one corner. In the opposite corner was a tier of two bunks. “I sleeps in the top one,” said Halloway, “and the kid hangs on to the lower one.” “And out back here,” he continued, lead- ing Buck into a little back room, “is where we cook. The train brings us down supplies every three days.” We then entered the front room and Bud proceeded to wake up the night operator. “Wake up here, the way yo’re snoring, any band of Indians passing around would think yo’re a thirty-third degree ‘Son of Rest,’ ” shouted the manager. Furiously rubbing at his h^lf-opened eyes the night operator arose cursing Halloway for disturbing his slumber. “Thought you was going to sleep all day,” said Bud, “get those peepers open. This is Buck Haines, the guy what’s come from the East to relieve yer.” Skinny Jones started like a cat when he heard “relief.” Skinny liked Eagle Gulch and was holding his job down like an old- timer. “See,” ejaculated Bud, “he’s so skinny that he don’t know whether he’s cornin' or goin’. Why the other night I got in his bunk by mistake and spent five minutes trying to straighten out a crease in the Digitized by Google

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736 The Railroad Telegrapher. blanket Then he woke up and told me to go over and scratch the key for a while. Once I grabbed the broom in the dark and N. C. Vickers, Jr., • Delegate Div. No. 5. apologized before I realized that it wasn’t Skinny at all.” By this time Skinny was himself and was busily engaged firing questions into Hallo- vt*y regarding his relief. “There’s Sante Fe calling now; drop down in that chair, Skinny, and see what he’s chirping about,” commanded the man- ager. “Gess some of Black Eagle’s Cheyenne’s blocked the afternoon freight below the trustle agin,” said the night man sliding into a chair preliminary to taking the mes- sage. The message was from the superintend- ent to Halloway and read as follows: “Charles Haines should arrive on morn- ing train from east to relieve your night man, who will report at once at Hobb’s Creek, Arizona.” “Well,” said Skinny, as he finished up the message, “I guess them’s my orders; here comes 66 down the grade now. Flag her for about ten minutes and I will be ready to pile on.” Simultaneously Halloway threw up a red signal for passenger train No. 66 to stop at Eagle Gulch. “By the way,” put in Halloway, “I think I’ll take the run down to the camp to get some artillery for this new lad, bein’ as he ain’t got none. You won’t mind, will you. Buck, if I take this car down to the supply station and bring a gun and some ammunition ?” “There’s my Colt and belt hanging up there on the spike. If you see any red devils hanging around, don’t be afraid to puncture their anatomies.” “Sure,” said Buck, “I reckon I can hjld the job down for a while by myself.” As the train swept up to the platform Halloway and the former night operator swung aboard and as she started they waved their hats to Buck. Buck watched the train wind down the ravine across the bridge, and disappear among the rocks. He entered the office and began looking over some of the notices and files. One of them seemed to impress him L. L. Wood, Alternate Div. No. 5. more than any of the rest. It read; “In case of attack by outlaws, Indians or in case of fire notify Sante Fe that help is needed.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 737 “Seems to me that everybody out here is always thinking about six-shooters or fight- ing redskins," he said. L. G. Ging, Delegate Div. No. 6. “Wonder who is calling me,” he sat down to the key and answered. It was Halloway down at the supply. He had missed the re- turn train and would not be able to get back until the next morning. He told Buck how to signal the evening train. “Will I be able to reach you there to- night if I get mixed up?” asked Buck over the wire. “Yes," was the reply. “I will keep cut in listening for you." “O. K.,*’ said Buck. He closed his key and leaned back in his chair and began to think over the wildness of the country he was in. In a few minutes he was half asleep in his chair. He woke up suddenly. “I thought I heard the window crack," said the lad aloud, and at the same time getting up and looking out of the window, but seeing nothing. “I guess I had a pipe dream,” he said, and leaned back in his chair. In about five minutes he was awakened suddenly by the noise of two pistol shots which rang cl^rly through the afternoon air. Buck jumped up to the window and glanced out. “Indians," he yelled, “and they’re setting the bridge on fire." Through the station window could be seen about sixty Cheyenne warriors carrying wood and straw to fire the trestle across the brook. Their brilliant costumes stood out plainly against the black rocks. “This isn’t any time to stare," said Buck to himself as he collected his wits. “Look! They’ve started the fire and the west-bound passenger is due in nine min- utes. I'll see if I can catch her before she leaves the government reserve at Wayne Block between here and the supply agency." • In a second he got Wayne and related to the operator what was going on outside. “They’re raising cane,” Buck told him. “They’re dancin’ and shouting like they think the world’s coming to an end." G. H. Smith, Delegate Div. No. 6. “We’ll fool 'em this time," sent back the operator at Wayne, “the train’s just pulled out with fifty strong to help you out.” Digitized by Google

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738 The Railroad Telegrapher. By this time Halloway at the supply cut in and called Buck. Buck ftood him off a minute as he saw Fkank P. Vy»iial, Alternate Dlv. No. 6. an Indian poke his head up in front of the window. Crack ! “Well, that's once I aimed straight, anyway." But Buck’s shot only hastened several more warriors to the station when they saw their comrade fall. “Say, Halloway, I just picked the dome off one of the scoundrels with that Colt of yours. Good God, here comes three more after me." “Stick to it, youngster," he heard Hallo- way say over the wire as he turned to keep an eye on the Indians who were creeping up on him. “All yer got to do is to pluck ’em as they heave in sight, but watch out that they don’t see you first; that train ought to be coming in sight soon; can you see her smoke over the range anywhere?" Buck looked, but saw no sign of the ap- proaching train. Pretty soon the bridge would fall and the Indians, having nothing to distract their attention, would fall on himself and the station to complete the job. As he watched the devils outside he heard Halloway on the other end giving him directions and encouraging him in his plight. For a minute he thought that the three warriors whom he had seen hovering about the station had turned to the main band, but a bullet whizzing through the backroom window proved that he was wrong. “Only a ruse to get me out of the office so they can bust the door in," said Buck to himself. He was correct, and the Indians thinking that he was in the back room, came out into the open. Buck picked one of them off of his feet before he knew where he was. “They’ll be laying for me now." Buck now relied upon a bit of strategy which he had once read in a tale. He placed his hat on the end of the broom han- dle and held it just above the window sash. “Pretty good shot," he said, running his finger through the bullet hole that one of the redskins outside had just made in it. thinking that it was Buck’s head. “They’ll come up closer now, thinking that they plucked me that trip." F. W. Nickel, Alternate Div. No. 6. He peeped out of the window, and brought down one so quick and made the other run so fast for his life that he was Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 739 glad to get back to the main band. About the time Buck had cleared up the station of stray Indians, the whole bridge began G. D. Adams, Alternate Div. No. 6. “You are a regular hero/' he said, “how in the lyorld could you manage to save the station. Why, most any other man under the conditions would have fled to the hills long ago.” “I only did my duty, Mr. Hager,” said Buck modestly, “but anyway, the operator at Wayne Block and Hallow^y down at the supply station had as much to do with the saving of it as I. If it hadn’t been for him being on the wire all the time and telling me what to do, I guess you all would be carrying me back on a stretcher.” “Well,” said the superintendent, “you are a brave lkd, and if we had a few more like you on the road we would be able to push through to the coast in a jig, and to show that I appreciate your bravery I want you to report next Monday to my office in Sante Fe as a train dispatcher.” Buck waved to them as he pulled back toward the supply station and then returned to the office, leaned back in his chair and began to think over the happenings of his to crumble. Even in that moment of fear Buck became overjoyed, for in the distance he saw the relief train steaming around the bend in the divide at full speed. He ran to the key and reported that the train was m sight and told Halloway that the red- skins were howling with joy as it came on. As he was telling these facts to the manager the station door was broken in and two of the marauders grabbed Buck and bound him to a chair. One of them with uplifted knife was about to strike when the door opened and a brakeman and two other men from the train rushed in and floored the Indians with a single movement. They re- leased Buck and went outside to help in sup- pressing the band at the bridge. The In- dians, foiled in their efforts to wreck the train, retreated wildly up the mountain pass. Buck went back to the office when they started to make the train up and was straightening things, when Hager, the super- intendent, who happened to be on the train, came in and congratulated him. J. C. Rooxxy, Delegate Div. No. 7. first day in the West as night operator of the Eagle Gulch station of the Union Pacific Railroad.— By Chas. H. Dexter. . Digitized by Google

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740 The Railroad Telegrapher. Written for The Railroad Telegrapher. FLAGGING THE LIMITED. I WAS agent and operator at Navaro for the M. C. R. Ry., working from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m., Navaro not being a night station. Dan McCaughrin, Delegate Div. No. 7. As soon as 232, the local, had departed for the East I locked the station for the night, and went to my boarding place. The evening I’m writing about, before closing up for the night, I heard the dispatcher giving a meet order for No. 38, the limited, to meet Special Extra 1217 west at Bentley. Bentley was the first station east of me. The crew of Extra 1217 west had been notified by the dispatcher that No. 38 was ten minutes late or more on account of having a warm pony truck box, which had bothered them a little. They were to get a clear board at “BY” tower, Bentley, if No. 38 dropped any more time, which would give them time to make Rioux, the second station west of Navaro, without help. Bill Hodge was engineer of the special, and was one of the best runners on the division. He was generally called for all extras and specials which required a fast schedule, for Bill could make the time if anyone could. I was very fond of Bill’s daughter Marie, who was a fine, good- hearted girl. A strong friendship had sprung up between us. I met her at a dance in Dawson, the terminal, where she kept house for her father. Her mother died when she was a small child. We became engaged ^ few months after our meeting in Dawson, and the only obstacle that lay in our way was gaining consent from her father. Marie was his only child and kept house for him and when she married, he would be left alone, to board, which he disliked very much. Bill Hodge, on the big 1217, was wheeling the seven heavy cars right along, doing a good job for the schedule he had. The fireman was busy feeding the hungry mogul the black diamonds as fast as he could swing the shovel. He was getting the big engine ready to take the heavy train up the steep grade, which was two miles east of Bentley, without losing much of the splen- did roll Bill had given her. At the top of the mountain on the other side, the down grade was nearly as steep, and a train that was late could make up A. E. Chapman, Delegate Div. No. 7. quite a little time if the engineer had his nerve with him and give the throttle a notch or two. The big 1217, with her heavy train, made the top of the mountain Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 741 all right. Hodge remarked to his fireman, as the train took the down grade: “We ought to make Rioux for No. 38 if we get a clear signal at ‘BY’ tower/* Little did he J. E. Angus, Delegate Div. No. 7. dream of the danger they were approaching. No. 38 had made up time and the train dis- patcher had put out this order at “BX” tower for Extra 1217 west: “31” Order No. 121 “DS” June 24. 19 C. & E. No. 38 “RX” C. & E. Exa. 1217 & Opr., “BY.** “No. 38, Engine 2022, will meet Extra 1217 west at Bentley. Extra 1217 gets this at Bentley and will take siding. R. A.** Moran was the second trick operator and towerman at “BY** tower, Bentley. He copied the “31” for extra 1217 and started to throw his signal at danger, when a con- ductor of an east-bound freight called his attention at the door. “Tell the dispatcher, Moran, that we’ll have to have help on No. 97 in order to make the mountain. If he wants to know what the trouble is, tell him, new fireman and the 973 not steaming well account poor coal.** Forgetting about the order he had for Extra 1217, he left the signal order clear and started to tell the dispatcher about Extra 973* “Conductor Edwards, of Extra 973, wants help on No.‘ 97 in order to make the ‘hump/ ** clicked Moran to “DS.** “Is Extra 1217 in sight yet?** clicked “DS** quickly. Without waiting to answer, Moran left the key open and sprang from the desk to the levers, to throw the signal at danger. But too late. With a rumble and roar Extra 1217 rushed by. Bill Hodge saw the clear signal at “BY" and pulled the throttle open two or three notches going by the tower before Moran could swing them up. Hodge shouted to his fireman, who was shoveling coal into the big fire box for all he was worth. “Feed it to her, boy, we*ll make Rioux and get into clear in good shape before No. 38 shows up.*' Moran sprang to the desk and frantically clicked in broken sentences what had hap- pened. “Extra 1217 just by without order; forgot to throw signal at danger.” 0m 1 Kffflr'' w I • J. N. POTVIN, Delegate Div. No. 7. “My God!'* shouted Larkin, the dis- patcher, when the sounder stopped clicking. “Extra 1217 by ‘BY* tower without that meet order on No. 38.** Digitized by Google

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742 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Call Weston/’ ordered Harris, the chief train dispatcher, who had entered the office just in time to hear Larkin’s remark. S. W. Crabbe, Delegate Div. No. 7. “WN, WN, WN, DS,” clicked the sounder. “I, I, WN,” the sounder answered. “Is No. 38 by?” flashed Larkin. “No. 38 by three minutes ago and turn- ing a fast wheel, too,” replied “WN.” “God help them,” exclaimed Harris. “There is no night man at Navaro. They will probably come together in the Rock Cut just west Navaro. Larkin, you and Davis order out the wrecker and relief train and have them ready if needed/5 ordered Harris as he sat in, and took charge of the wire himself. If Bronson at Navaro hadn’t gone yet, he might be able to pre- vent the wreck, thought Harris. “NA, NA, NA,” frantically clicked the sounder. It was the last part of June and the days were long. I had received a letter the day before from Marie, saying she would pass through on 38 the next evening. Marie had been away a couple of weeks, visiting her cousins in the western part of the State. Being anxious to wave to her, I ate my supper in a hurry and was on my way to the station five minutes before 38 was due. As I neared the station I heard the telegraph instrument rapidly calling “NA,” my station call. By the way “DS” was call- ing me, I knew something was the matter. Hurrying inside the office, I answered, “I, I, NA.” “Is No. 38 or Extra 1217 by yet?” flashed the dispatcher. “No, but I hear 38 whistling in the Cut/’ I answered quickly. “Extra 1217 by “BY” without orders on 38. For God’s sake put your board against Extra 1217 and flag 38.” Throwing over my order board I grabbed a red flag from the rack and a few tor- pedoes from the desk. As I rushed out from the station on the track, I could hear Extra 1217 west coming around the curve about a half mile below the station. Imag- ine my feelings. My girl on the limited, her father running the special. Both trains heavily loaded with passengers, rushing towards each other to death and destruc- tion. Each train was making fifty miles to the hour or better. Placing a torpedo on the track in front of the station, I ran up the track towards M. H. McGeough, Delegate Div. No. 7. 38 faster than I ever ran before. Waving the red flag frantically, I stopped an instant to put a torpedo on the track, then rushed Digitized t ' Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 743 on. No. 38 was bearing down full upon me. Would the engineer see my flag in time to avoid crashing into Extra 1217, the banker’s special. P. Brown, Delegate Div. No. 7. With a rattle and roar, the limited rushed by. “Toot, toot,” the engineer whistled. He had seen my flag and a few seconds later struck the torpedo I had placed on the track. Engineer Carlson whistled “On brakes,” and threw her into emergency. With a good deal of bucking and bumping the limited came to a stop a short distance from Extra 1217. Hodge was running the 1217 so fast he went about two train lengths past the station before stopping. When I reached the head end of No. 38 Carlson, Hodge and both conductors were talking excitedly. “What’s the meaning of this, Bronson,” asked Carlson, soon as he saw me. “It means that Extra 1217 got clear sig- nal at ‘BY’ tower without getting meet order on 38. Operator at 4BY’ forgot to throw signal at danger.” “It’s a good thing you were around, Bronson,” remarked Hodge, slapping me on the shoulder. “You have saved the M. C. R. a terrible wreck and heavy loss of life." 44 Your daughter deserves as much credit as I do,” I replied. “If it hadn’t been for Marie going through on the limited, I wouldn’t have been at the station. I came down purposely to wave to her as she went by on the limited. When I reached the sta- tion the dispatcher was frantically calling ‘NA,’ my station call. Answering quickly, the dispatcher told me to hold Special 1217 and run up the track and flag limited. I just had time to pull off that stunt and not a minute to spare,” I remarked. Before I got through explaining to the train crews a number of passengers had gathered to learn the cause of delay. “Tell the dispatcher we are all together safe and sound and ask him what orders he has for us, so we can be moving,” said Carlson. On our way to the station Hodge laid his hand on my shoulder and said: “I’ll have to admit it, Bronson, I’m glad to have you for a son-in-law.” As we entered the station the sounder was clicking “NA, NA, NA, DS,” faster than I have ever heard it click before. Jas. R. Bakes, Delegate Div. No. 7. Opening the key I quickly explained the situation. 44 No. J8 and Extra 1217 west of the station several feet apart. Everything Digitized by Google

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744 The Railroad Telegrapher. O. K. What orders have you for them?" I asked. “Back Extra 1217 down the main and run them in on passing siding so 38 can pass/’ J. F. Baker, Alternate Div. No. 7. “Come to Dawson tomorrow. Be pre- pared to work in this office. Relief Agent Crawford will report at Navaro today and .take charge/' I had only been in “DS” a short time as side wire operator and extra dispatcher when I was promoted to the position of second trick dispatcher. Shortly after my promotion Miss Marie Hodge changed her name to Bronson. The purse that was pre- sented to me by the grateful passengers the night I (lagged the limited started me with a nice little bank account. We live in the old Hodge homestead on the hill, and have one boarder, Marie's father, Big Bill Hodge, one of the best eagle eyes that ever pulled a throttle on the M. C. R.— By E. F. Whitney. Written for Thb Railroad Telegrapher. THOU 8HALT NOT 8LEEP. THE autumn had turned to winter; and the howling wind sweeping up the river had stripped the trees of their foliage, leaving them bare and unpro- tected. ordered the dispatcher, giving me orders for both trains to proceed. Delivering the orders and telling I2i7*s crew to back down, I started out to throw the switch that let them in on the pass siding. As I stepped out on the station platform I saw Marie coming towards me. “Oh, Bob !” she exclaimed, as she saw me. “I'm so proud of you, to think you saved the trains from such a terrible wreck.” After putting Extra 1217 in on the siding I put Marie safely aboard 38, promising to see her the next evening. After both trains had departed I went in the station and “OS'd” them to “DS.” “You have saved the company a pretty bad wreck tonight/' replied Harris, the chief dispatcher, when I gave him “GN.” “The old man says he won't forget what you have done for the M. C. R. tonight and will put you in this office when the opportunity presents.” A few weeks later I received the follow- ing message: “DS,” Dawson, Aug. 3d, 19...” “R. A. Bronson, Navaro.” 8 J. C. Mann, Alternate Div. No. 7. The walk from Ringgold to “X” tower, which I had heretofore enjoyed, was now a nightly hour of torture and misery. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 745 The tower, a two and one-half story structure, stands at the end of the double track on the L. & W. division of the North- ern Railroad. It was filled with interlock- Gkorgk Gilbert, Alternate Div. No. 7. ing levers, whose movements were obeyed by the iron monsters that whizzed by like phantoms in the night. I am not cowardly or superstitious; but the loneliness and isolation of the tower, coupled with the fact that I was only a mile from one of the largest insane asylums in the country, would send chills up my spine on the least provocation. The locality was anything but desirable. There was one train running over our division each night which caused the opera- tors along the line to heave sighs of relief when she passed. It was the eighteen-hour limited, shown on the time table as No. 10. When an operator was unfortunate enough to stop her, through some negligence of his own, it would mean a suspension of at least a week, for every minute she was detained. Consequently, you can readily understand why all the “ops” were “on the job” until she was represented. We were working twelve hours in those days, and you old-timers will agree with me when I say that we did not always live up to the company's commandment, “Thou shalt not sleep." It has been truly said that “time and tide wait for no man.” Neither do passenger trains. Yet, a tired operator, weary from an afternoon's diversion, will often go to sleep in the face of one. Diversion is the thing that plays havoc with the operators' resolutions to keep awake, and primarily, is the cause of some of the world's greatest smash-ups. With some it's the theater; others fishing, hunt- ing, but with me it was an afternoon spent at the tyome of my fiancee that did the trick in my case. In the public eye I was a hero; in my own — well, you had better form your own opinion. The night I stopped the “Grasshopper,” as No. 10 was familiarly called, fell on Sunday. The thermometer registered six below when I started on my nightly stunt from Ringgold to “X.” The wind, I imag- ined, hooted and mocked at me as it stung my face and blinded my eyes with its gusts of snow. I cursed the job at every step. V G. T. Elliott, Alternate Div. No. 7. Sunday nights were seldom busy. One or two trains before midnight, perhaps, and only No. 10 to worry one after. Digitized by Google

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746 The Railroad Telegrapher. After I had signed up for the “slow orders” that were nearly always permanent factors along that river, I asked the day man if there was anything on the way east. W. P. Mansell, Delegate Div. No. 8. “Not a thing, Jim. You’re going to have an easy night unless they run something special.” He started down the steps on his first lap of the frigid tramp I had just com- pleted. “You won’t,” I muttered as I thought of the long and cold walk ahead of him. I got out my pipe, and a book which he had left in the drawer, and settled down for a comfortable night/ My optimism returned as I read.. Indeed, a pipe, a book and a comfortable chair and room, combine to make a charm which seldom fails to put a man in a pleasant frame of mind. As I read on the storm outside became more severe, and I frequently stopped to listen to the wind, which seemed angry be- cause the four walls protected me. When I finished the last chapter I laid the book down. Yawning, I looked up at the clock. Two o’clock! One hour and fifty- seven minutes before No. io was due. I turned to the key and aiked the dis- patcher how she was. “O. T.” (on time). The answer was slow and "draggy.” Someone else, I thought, was sleepy, for the characters sounded as if he had used his feet in making them. I realized then that the time I should have put in sleeping — if sleep I must — was wasted away in reading. Now it was an hour and a half or nothing. I got out an old caboose cushion and folded my overcoat into a pillow. As a precaution against stopping No. io, I gave her a clear signal, thereby breaking a very strict rule, as we had instructions not to give a train the signal until she whistled for it. After doing so, I returned to the cushion and immediately went to sleep. Ordinarily I sleep like the proverbial “log,” but the responsibility and environ- ment made me restless. The first hour was more like torture than rest. If it wasn’t the wind, it was the thoughts of No. io. At any rate they combined to keep restful sleep away. I remembered, however, of awakening once in the second hour before sinking into the deep slumber which came near sacrificing so many lives. fr W. V. Bidwell, Delegate Dir. No. 8. The storm was preying on my mind, and to it I attribute the dream which followed. I dreamed a terrific hurricane was blowing. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 747 One gust after another swayed the office until it finally collapsed. I flung out my arms to save myself from going down. In doing so the right one came in contact with H. D. Murrv, Delegate Div. No. 8. The strain was becoming intense. I could see the glare of the headlight, becoming larger and larger as I stood as though an- chored to the spot. Suddenly something snapped within me like the breaking of a chain, and I struck — struck at the thing in front of me with all my strength. It went down ; and I grabbed the lever and threw it violently over. I turned to see if the engine was by the danger signal. The turn saved my life, as a blow, aimed at my other position, escaped my head. It was sufficient, however, to rob me of my consciousness. When I came to someone was forcing liquor down my throat. The office was filled with excited men, while in one corner lay the apparition with three strangers holding it down. I recognized several of the passenger train crew, and calling to Ben Jamison, the conductor, asked him what had happened. “Don’t you know?” was his evasive reply. I told him that I remembered hitting something and throwing the board against the train. the stove pipe, which ran through the floor from the furnace below. It was hot and awakened me instantly. I soon realized that it was a dream and was congratulating myself that it was, when I heard my call. “Let him call,” I muttered, as I once more' settled down on the improvised bed. “Great Caesar! What was that sounder saying?” I leaped to my feet. Again it came: “S-T-O-P N-o. i-o. O-H. X-X-X. F-O-R G-O-D-'S S-A-K-E S-T-O-P N-o. i-o!” It sounded like an appeal from another world. I could see her headlight shining in the distance. I sprang for the lever and Was nearly there when the door opened and an apparition of white and black stepped in my path. I recoiled. My God! What was this thing that blocked my way? My brain, roused into instantaneous action from the sub-con- sciousness of sleep by the series of shocks, refused to answer the question. ►- > * ■ 1 » )S jggdifekj W| W \ t *4 JSA ■ wk iv W A " f 1 , W w M. B. Lynch, Delegate Div. No. 8. “That action,” he returned, “saved the whole train from destruction. But how did you happen to throw the derail?” Digitized by Google

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748 The Railroad Telegrapher. I was about to reply that I didn’t, when a stranger, sitting in my chair, handed Ben a train order and told him to go ahead. G. W. Backus, Delegate Div. No. 8. The stranger, who had been a passenger on the train, subsequently proved to be the day man at Renfru, twenty miles east. I walked between two brakemen* to the train and after arriving at Ringgold, was placed in the hospital. After having the gash in my head sewed up and a good warm breakfast, I went to sleep. It was eight o’clock in the evening when I awakened, and barring the burning sensa- tioh of «the stitches in the wound, felt none the worse. An orderly, sitting close by, noting that I was awake, asked me how I felt. “Fine,” I told him, and asked him if I could go. “The doctor said you could, providing you come back in the morning,” he told me. After securing my clothes and dressing I departed. As I walked along I realized how little I knew of what had happened. There had been no mention made of the affair, either on the train or elsewhere, and Jamison’s question relative to the derail was causing me no end of worry. The hospital was but two blocks from where I roomed and I soon found myself before the door. A moment later I was alone in my room. Eagerly I picked up my evening paper. Ah! there it was, headed in box-car letters: OPERATOR AND MANIAC IN TER- RIFIC STRUGGLE. JAS. HARMON STOPS LIMITED AND DERAILS RUNAWAY BEFORE SUCCUMBING The article itself stated that an engine, standing on the ash track at Arcadia, had had a leaky throttle. Flying open when no one was near she ran through the switches and out on the main track. When the runaway passed Ringgold tower the operator took in the situation quickly, and it was his mournful-like appeal that I had heard. The apparition, as the heading stated, proved to be an escaped negro lunatic, who, clad in his night shirt, had made the trip J. W. Marten is. Delegate Div. No. 8. from the asylum, through the snow in this scanty attire, to the tower. The exposure subsequently caused his death. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 749 The throwing of the derail, which sent the runaway over the hank and into the river, was obviously done by the lunatic. H. H. Spaulding, Delegate Div. No. 8. He had seen me throw the danger signal and stop No. io; and through some insane desire to offset what I had done, pulled the next lever. This was the derail. This is my solution, and it also explains why I refused to accept the reward made up by the passengers. I never went back to “X,” nor have I since disobeyed the commandment “Thou shalt not sleep.” — By David Garfield Casem. Written for The Railroad Telegrapher. HONOR-RIGHT. HE HAD just come with a friend in an automobile from a pleasure ride around town. In crossing Main street, after bidding adieu to his friend in the machine, Harry Willis noticed a girl near the corner on the opposite side, evi- dently waiting for a car going down town. She made such a favorable impression, so as to urge a second momentary view. At this instance, he was surprised by the quick arrival of a queer-looking seedy youth, who snatched from her a well- wrapped package, quite small, together with a purse. Willis started immediately to her assist- ance, but was stopped by the warning sound of an auto horn, which just came in time to prevent him from being run down by an approaching automobile. It stopped, however, directly between him and the' thief. Running around the rear of the automobile, Willis could see the gaunt thug, racing down Jackson street. He saw a street car approaching. “Wait here,” Willis called to the girl, and started in pursuit. The thief turned the corner of Locust avenue and when Willis reached there had disappeared. Coming back, Willis noticed the girl walking toward him. He admired her. She certainly was pretty ; slender, short, dark, small featured. She waked and moved with easy elegance in form and manner, which added to her tone of eminence. “I am sorry/’ he said, when they met, “but he got away. I hope your loss is not serious.” “Not serious,” the girl answered, frown- ing and smiling at the same time, “but it is annoying. I must either walk down town, or else walk back home, which is about the J. Van Gaasbeck, Delegate Div. No. 8. same distance.” Her voice was possessed of a rare sympathetic quality, low, well in- flected. Digitized by v^ooQle

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750 The Railroad Telegrapher. “I hope it will not be necessary for you to do either. I shall take great pleasure in being permitted to help you to determine R. R. McInkoy, Delegate Div. No. 8. what course to pursue. How much, or what did that fellow get away with?” “Well, there were $290 in the package, and my pocketbook, containing $10, which he also got when he snatched the package from me. If I had carfare I should be all right, should I happen to reach the office in time to catch father. He has an engage- ment this evening; he is so uncertain. Since my leaving he may have been called to Dayton, or anywhere. I was going bank- ing— some business which needs attention this evening. I was instructed by Mr. Jenkins, of Stuart-Jenkins Company, to deposit the money early this morning. I was detained on my own account, and did not get started until a few minutes ago, coming this way to attend 4o some business which I had to finish, then waiting for a street car. Should Mr. Jenkins learn of my misfortune he will cause me much encum- berance and cause me to be removed from the office on account of not obeying in- structions to bank the money immediately, although I started as quick as I could.” “Will you not permit me to be your banker for the time being? It’s not cus- tomary and all that, but I am a stranger in Tiffin. You can send the money to my address, and you never need think about the matter again. Won't you let me lend you $300? This will enable you to make Stuart-Jenkins Company deposit of $290 at the bank and Mr. Jenkins need not know your misfortune; and you may also attend to your other business.” “You are very kind,” she replied, “but you don't even know my name.” “Oh, you can mend that very easily,” sug- gested Willis, in a clear manner. The girl looked at Willis. His open ex- pression, his honesty of mind agreeing with the impression made by his slightly decisive speech. “My name is Maud Stuart,” the girl an- swered, smiling. “Assistant cashier Stuart- Jenkins Company. My father is Samuel'S. Stuart, senior member of the firm.” “Thanks,” he replied. “If you care to know, mine is Harry Willis.” Miss Stuart bowed. “I do not mean to detain you talking on the street. Miss Stuart, but as we are now A. A. Smith, Alternate Div. No. 8. acquainted, I am sure you will permit me to do you this slight service. Please take these three $100 bills.” Digitized by Google

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4 The Railroad Telegrapher. 751 “I thank you, Mr. Willis. I will com- promise with you and take one of those $10 bills you have in your hand." F. J. Ellis, Alternate Div. No. 8. special importance with a particular friend, Ray Scott. At the conclusion of the business en- gagement, which they were going over, and which . proved very acceptable to Willis, Willis told Scott of his remarkable inci- dent on Main street and related the cir- cumstances connected in full. “I was afraid you would do it," was Scott’s melancholy observation. “I do not understand you? Do what?" was Willis’ reply. “Bite at the first flim-flam game they tried to work on you.’’ “I really can not understand what you mean,’' Willis replied again, with his eyes fixed on some papers . which were on the table before him. “Don’t comprehend? Most assuredly that is the pecuniary punishment for your vernal integrity. I presume you look upon your experience as a real adventure. With- out doubt, as a matter of fact, the whole matter was planned and pre-arranged, care- fully rehearsed or repeated. The girl and the thief are allies. She was standing there near the corner of Main 'street. He was “But you said you were going banking and had in the package $290 and $10 in your purse. This may, Miss Stuart, place you in bad circumstances with Mr. Jenkins if you do not attend to it at once." “Ten dollars will be enough, Mr. Willis, thank you. As for the $296, I can have father adjust that for me with Mr. Jen- kins as soon as I get to the office, or with father to explain my misfortune.’* “Please let me have ybur address so I can mail you the amount tonight." “I am stopping with friends,” Willis re- plied, as he took out his card case. Writing an address on a card, he handed it to Miss Stuart. A down town car came along at the moment, and helping her in, he raised his hat. Willis was walking Jefferson street to Park avenue thinking of this pretty Miss Stuart and the way or manner in which the thug had snatched away from her the pack- age and her pocketbook. He went up the steps of the Young Men’s Christian Asso- ciation, where he had an appointment of near by, waiting for an opportunity to carry out their flim-flam game, which they seem to have worked to perfection on you.” Digitized by Google

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752 The Railroad Telegrapher. Willis at this instance was reading over some of the papers. He did not reply immediately. When he did hp spoke very slow and deliberate. L. D. Wood, Alternate Div. No. 9. “Ray Scott,” he said, “if we weren't in the Young Men's Christian Association where I invited you on business, I should take great pleasure in making an effort to punch your noggin.” “I don't doubt it, Harry. That appears to always be the way with strangers who come to Tiffin. Think every experience they have is romantic, in other words, think they know it all. They do not, for some reason or other, see but one side of these things. They never do see the mean, wretched, esti- mated and unfriendly part as seen by those who have witnessed them. But if you re- main with us a while you will or ought to learn not to hand over a $10 bill to some one who tells you he wants to fool a fellow. You’ll learn not to give your pocketbook to a girl who had a package and purse snatched from her by a man with whom she is in secret agreement to deceive.2* Willis looked at his companion with an expression of pity. “I am sorry, Scott, but you do not know what you are talking about. You do not seem to see the utter stupidity of what you are saying. Ray, I offered this lady $300, and with considerable hesitation she accepted the .loan of only $10.” “I feel positive she'll pay you back die $10, and then make up some plan for affect- ing you for more, probably the $290. The serious part of your story is that you lent the girl $10 without even thinking or even making an effort to get her name.” “Again you are in error, which shows you have no knowledge of what you are talking about. You are after pumping me up with a lot of bosh. I realize that I do not know everything, but I am not quite so green as you might think. If you had asked me in the first place, I should have told you her name.” “What is it?” Scott asked, with his eyes turned in the direction of the door. “Maud Stuart.” “Maud Stuart.” Scott remarked. With an air of expression in* his eyes that was not altogether understood by Willis, it would appear by the way he han- dled his conversation that he either knew Miss Stuart, or had heard of her and prob- ably been in her company. W. M. Jaynes, Delegate Div. No. 14. Pausing a moment, after glancing out the window where he was seated with his eyes fixed on an object across the street, Scott exclaimed. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 753 “Excuse me a minute, there is Lee Able. I must bring him here/’ Scott left and crossing the street, patted the young man on the shoulder. The two came across to G. C. Caban iss. Delegate Div. No. 14. the Young Men’s Christian Association and remained a few minutes in the hall. Some considerable time elapsed before they came in where Willis was. This was the first time Willis ever saw Able. He was not by any means favorably impressed with him. Unlike Scott, who was medium in build, and superficially pleasing in manner, Able was very $lim, tall and stoop-shouldered, with clean shaved face, the features anything but harmonious. He walked with his head down, the mark of a man veracious of approval. Before taking his seat Scott introduced Able to me. “Are you a Tiffiner, Mr. Willis?” Able asked as he was being seated. “No, no. I came from a nearby place that probably no one in Tiffin, except my few relatives, ever heard of. Two- Wee.” “Don’t know as I ever heard the name before. Anywhere in Ohio?” Able asked politely. “Yes, in the State of Ohio. Quite old place, too, but then people in Tiffin are not expected to know anything of history, ex- cept as it relates to the development of the numerous business interests, etc.” “Say, Willis, I trust you won’t make trouble here. Relate to Lee your narrative concerning the fairy you met this morning,” Scott interrupted. “You know the story,” Willis answered sharply. Scott told it with numerous comments, concluding with the remark: “I was under the impression he didn’t even know the name of the girl, but he says she told him it was Maud Stuart. Now, Lee, what do you think about the whole situation ?” “Well, I suppose Mr. Willis is naturally under the impression that tomorrow morn- ing he will receive a check or money order for the $10 from Miss Stuart; and I am willing to make a bet he won’t.” Willis paused for a moment as though he was considering the matter fully or quite positive, it appeared to him that Scott and Able had made up a scheme between them in order to cause him the utmost embar- rassment. T. C. Coleman, Delegate Div. No. 14. Thinking he had Willis to the point, Able glanced over at Scott, who was seated on the opposite side of the room, with an air of indignation, remarking: “I’m willing Digitized by Google

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754 The Railroad Telegrapher. to bet him $50 that this Miss Stuart will not refund him the $10.” “I take you,” replied Willis, sharply. H. C. Callaway, Delegate Div. No. 14. “All right. I presume you're to hold the stake, Scott. Here's my $50.” “And mine. Make it $100,” Willis de- manded. 4 “Just as you like,” Able replied, producing another $50 bill. “Correct.” “Now, it is understood that we all lunch at Brennen’s 1 o’clock tomorrow.” “Yes.” “Sorry for you, Willis, I see where you’re $110 out,” remarked both of them, speak- ing about the same time. “What have you in view for this evening, Harry,” Scott asked. “I did intend accepting sister’s invitation to take a spin with her in her car.” “Well, you’ll be at the house for tea?” “Yes.” “Well, so long. It’s time for Lee and myself to be going.” Willis lingered in the smoking room to finish his cigar. Then he took the street car to his sister, Bertha Madison’s home on Orange street. Harry Willis seemed to be laboring under mental difficulties. There appeared to be on his mind something that created him great uneasiness. His sister Bertha noticed a change in him and endeavored to learn the cause of his altered manner. “Do you know any girl in Tiffin by the name of Maud Stuart, Bertha?” asked Harry. “No, I do not. Why? What's the trouble?” Willis explained his adventure to her of the morning; also his bet with Able. “I’ve met Mr. Able once, and I didn’t like him,” Bertha remarked. “Well, I tell you frankly, I didn^ either. I actually hated to make a bet with him on such a subject, but it was up to me to do it. I have the greatest faith in this Miss Stuart; but on the other hand, it would cause me to feel awfully bad if anything should happen to prevent my getting that money from her tomorrow morning. Tis not the question of money at all, but the honor and respect I have for Miss Stuart” “Most assuredly you would,” answered Bertha. “Let’s think a minute. I am most positive you will receive it, but it's best to W. S. Murray, Alternate Div. No. 14. make sure.” I have an idea! Now listen. I suggest I mail you a note, thanking you in a cordial manner for your kindness, say- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 755 ing $10 is enclosed, and sign it Maud Stuart? If you should happen to receive a letter from her, which no doubt you will, R. C. Gilmer, Alternate Div. No. 14. you can destroy mine, but if you should not receive a letter from her, you can show my note and produce a bill to substantiate it.” “Your idea is very good, Bertha, but I don’t think that would be just square.” “Most assuredly it would not, but when a man has no more honor or respect for a woman than to cause her to be the subject of ridicule, as Mr. Able proposed to you, I think it would be up to you to make an effort to protect the lady’s name.” “Well, there will be no harm in you writing the note. I’ll take pleasure in mail- ing it, and when it arrives by that time I may be able to decide what to do with it.” Next morning, bright and early, Bertha’s note, signed Maud Stuart, was among the many letters handed him by the mail car- rier. He went into consultation again with Bertha, and outlined his intentions. He went to Brennen’s at noon, where he ftiet Scott and Able. Both men appeared jolly. As Willis was about to be seated, Able exclaimed: “Right, wasn’t I, Willis?” “No, sir ; you were not,” answered Willis, patiently. “This morning I was in receipt of a letter signed Maud Stuart, thanking me for my elegance of manner, and enclos- ing $10.” Scott and Al>le exchanged passing allu- sions, then both looked at Willis as though it was hard to believe. “Have you the note with you,” demanded Able. *T have. Here it is.” Able took the note out of the envelope, reading it. He shook his head, then handed it to Scott. “Well, I suppose it is up to me, in view of that to hand Harry the stakes,” Scott re- marked, as he was about to return the note to Willis. “Nothing elst to do,” Able murmured. The three men sat down to lunch, but the meal was not enjoyed. A feeling of irre- sistible force rested upon them. When they rose from the table, Able hurried from the dining room and Scott accompanied Willis to the smoking room. “Did father or mother say anything to you, Harry, concerning the letter mother L. E. Shipp, Alternate Div. No. 14. received yesterday from her brother in Seattle?” Scott inquired. “No.” Digitized by Google

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756 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Well, he’s coming on here with his wife and all their children, going to quarter themselves on us, causing us to be uncom- fortably crowded.” W. A. Rux, Alternate Div. No. 14. “I understand. I’ll go up to the house and get my things. Bertha has invited or insisted on me spending several weeks with her while I am here on business." “And Harry,” Scott interrupted, “as mother or none of them did not say any- thing to you about it, I would prefer you not saying anything to any of them about it. You can give some other reason for leaving.” Scott did not notice or cast his look to- ward Willis while they were in conversa- tion, but it appeared as though he was relating this under difficulty, looking out one of the windows in the smoking room. It appeared to Willis immediately that the story of the uncle and aunt from Seattle, together with the children, was a made-up affair intended to get rid of him. He might have felt hurt had it not been that he was so deeply interested in Miss Stuart. That evening Willis took up his abode on Orange street, which was a more desirable place, in every way superior to the Scott home, where he was invited to stop while in town, as they had been chums at college, and best of friends up to this time. Willis would stroll every evening for sev- eral days and take spins in the car with Bertha, frequenting Main and Jackson streets, in the hope of seeing Miss Stuart. He had not heard from her and concluded that she was sick, or her letter had met with foul play. He had the utmost confidence in her, and refused to believe that she was dishonest, and was the instigator of such a remarkable affair. Yet, after waiting some considerable time and ten days had gone by without his having received any word from her, Willis began to feel uneasy about the matter. He then began to think that Miss Stuart was a fakir. One day he consulted Bertha, his sister, as they were sitting on the porch enjoying the cool breeze and lis- tening to the songs of the birds. “I have a guilty feeling about that $100 I took from Able. It really seems as though he were right about Miss Stuart. I don’t like the idea or intention of deliberately J. C. Culkims, Delegate Div. No. 16. cheating a man out of $100 and making it appear as though he is in wrong." “I don’t know as I would give that a second thought, Harry." Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 757 “I think it would be no more than right for me to go to Able and tell him the truth. Offer an apology and hand him the $200. J. H. Staley, Delegate Div. No. 16. On the other hand, what would Able think of me? I really don’t know what to do.” “Oh, I wouldn’t suggest that you do any- thing of the kind. I have always felt that you are going to hear from Miss Stuart and if I were you, I would wait a while.” ‘Til give her another week.” But Willis had not to wait another week. The following evening as he was taking a solitary stroll in Pleasant Hill Park, he saw a couple walking ahead of him. Having come to a cool, cozy, quiet seat, Willis seated himself, and reviewed some papers concerning an important matter that would be taken up by him the next morning. After putting away the papers he strolled out upon the path which led through the wood to the road. The clear, fresh air full of odorous scents was most magnificent. Over his head the boughs met in an arch, which made his advance like that of walk- ing along the aisle of some romantic seat. Presently Willis perceived standing fig- ures up the path, one of which he recog- nized as that of Miss Stuart. Although he could not see her face, he immediately rec- ognized the girl as the one who had the package and purse snatched from her on Main street some ten or twelve days ago. He could not be mistaken about the slender figure, the graceful walk, the white neck, the proud poise of the small splendidly- shaped head. When Willis directed his attention to her companion he was sur-* prised to find the man was Able. Without quickening his step he followed them, hop- ing that they might turn and meet him face to face. They walked on slowly, as did also Willis. By this time the sun was setting, making most excellent scenery in the west as it sank beyond the horizon. Darkness was falling and after a while he had to walk faster in order to ke^p them in sight. At the entrance of the park, Willis was sur- prised by four men springing up from a bench close to the walk. Two of them seized Able, and led him unresisting back through another path. The second two seized Miss Stuart, one placing his hand over her mouth, while the other held her arms, bringing the elbows almost together, and pushing her forward in the direction W. H. Com ins. Delegate Div. No. 16. of the thicket Running swiftly and noise- lessly, and as rapidly as possible behind them, Willis took the men by surprise. The first approached fell from the effects of a Digitized by Google

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758 The Railroad Telegrapher. terrific blow in the temple, while the second, who wheeled suddenly, went down from a lick in the stomach. Willis remarked to David Hoy, Alternate Div. No. 16. Miss Stuart to come, taking her by the arm and started to get out of the park as quickly as possible, with the intention of getting out of further difficulties should the men under- take to overpower him. Under the arch light at the corner of Bedford avenue and Decatur street, they stopped to recover their breath. “I didn’t recognize you before, Mr. Willis,” Miss Stuart said, offering her hand. “I presume this is twice now that you have come to my assistance. Wonder where the police are. Those men may be killing Mr. Able. Although it did not seem they were handling him as roughly as they did me, I thought it peculiar and very strange. There must be something appropriate con- nected with this. He is considerably larger than you, yet he made no outcry, or abso- lutely no resistance, so far as I could see, and I really can not see through the move as it actually happened. Oh, here comes an automobile, and it looks like it might be father’s.” She hastened to the curb and the machine came up. “Maud, that you?” “This is me, father,” recognizing his voice as he called her name. An elderly gentlemen, slight in build, with a brisk, alert air, jumped out. “I thought you were with Able?” ( “I was, father, but I am so nervous I really can’t talk. This is my father, Mr. Willis. Please tell him, while I speak to mother.” In the fewest words possible, Willis told Mr. Stuart the story of the attack. “Mother, you can handle the machine as well as 1 can. Take Maud on home, while Mr. Willis and I go in search for Mr. Able. You’re not hurt, are you, Maud?” “No, no; not a bit.” The two men walked as fast as they could to the place where Able was last seen by Willis; but seeing no one in sight, they proceeded down toward the thickest part of the shrubbage. They had not ventured very far before they heard something like men talking from the direction of a large tree that had fallen from the effects of a high wind a few days before. “You have managed the thing very awk- ward. You should have seen that fellow C. R. Cady, Alternate Div. No. 16. close behind us. You should have waited until there was no one around. But I prom- ised you $10 apiece — here'f your money.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 759 Stuart and Willis listened intentively. The voice they heard was Abie’s. '‘Ten dol- lars; I wouldn’t take another lick like that E. J. Bennett, Alternate Div. No. 16. for five times ten,” one of Abie’s com- panions exclaimed. “Yes, and that blow in the slats from his foot, will cost the guy a pretty good little sum if I ever get hands on him,” cried a second, in a tone indicating he was not alto- gether free from bodily suffering as he sat on the ground among the other four men. “You’re a pretty cheap guy,” muttered a third. “A wise fellow, looking to your own in- terest,” was the fourth’s remark. “Well, if you fellows don’t want the money, I’ll keep it and go. Can’t stay here all night. You fellows had better look out anyway, because somebody’s going to be after you before very blooming long.” “What do you think of Abie’s talk?” Willis replied to Mr. Stuart. “It’s plain and an evident fact that he is a low, worthless fellow, a rascal, a man without principle. I never did like him, and I am glad I found him out in time to cause Mapd not to marry him. Whatever his object was he will show his performances before long.” “I haven’t inasmuch as thanked you for the plucky way you came to my daughter’s rescue. I certainly want to do it right now. And, too, for assisting her in another diffi- culty several days ago. Maud, it appears is always getting into some sort of trouble. Peculiar you should have been on hand on both of these last occasions. I guess you received the note of thanks that she sent you by that fellow Able, with the $10?” “You say note and money by Able! I received nothing, no, sir; I didn’t.’1, “Well, it appeared to me he was some- what strange over the matter, but I attrib- uted it to his jealously of Maud in her writing a letter to any man but himself. I didn’t realize or think he would stoop to contemptible stealing.” “News to me,” replied Willis. “When did Miss Stuart give Able this note?” " “I am not positive ; it may have been the same day you lent her the money ; but, here M. J. Carey, Alternate Div. No. 16. we’ve got to get out of here. Let’s make a short cut for the street car line that runs to the south of us near the ball ground at the Digitized by Google

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760 The Railroad Telegrapher. edge of the park, and we can soon be home, and should we happen to run across a taxi, we can get home much quicker, and avoid changing cars.” O. T. Arexdt, Delegate Div. No. 17. They started on the most direct and avail- able route through the park. The moon shown bright, and it was a magnificent night. As they walked along discussing the circumstances and going over what they had just heard, they came to a driveway lead- ing from the dancing pavilion. “Here’s a taxi coming now,” said Mr. Stuart “Hi there. Get in, Mr. Willis. No. 568 West Third street.” After a short pause Mr. Stuart said : “Well, there’s something evidently behind that. I am really ashamed of my part in it. But, of course, I couldn’t help it.” Willis told Mr. Stuart of his engagement with Scott at the Young Men’s Christian Association, and how his friend had made all manner of fun and ridiculed him for so easily falling a victim to flim-flam work played upon him by a certain woman and her associate. “When Scott said that did he appear to know the young lady’s name?” asked Mr. Stuart. “No. I told him after we had finished our business engagement, and he gave me a peculiar, odd look, but just about that time he caught sight of Able through the window across the street and left me in the room. A few minutes later he came back with Able, introduced him, and told him the story with facetious comments. Able then offered to bet me $50 I never would see the money; and, being nettled by his man- ner, I made the bet $100.” “Yes, I knew well enough or rather I thought or felt that Miss Stuart would send me the money. But for the honor of Miss Stuart, and fearing something might cause a day’s delay, I yielded to my sister’s sug- gestion and let her write me a note in Miss Stuart’s name and, as I heard nothing the next day, I used this note — not for the purpose of securing the bet, but for the sake of protecting Miss Stuart’s name and honor. Able and Scott both showed signs of being disturbed over the matter when they saw the note, and for a while appeared dumbfounded, but Scott paid me the $100.” They rode some distance without either speaking. Both Mr. Stuart and Willis seemed to be hurt from the effects of being J. H. McGiail, Delegate Div. No. 17. connected with such a perversed undertak- ing. It appeared as though they did not know just how to approach each other’s Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 761 feelings, as it could be readily seen that they were both greatly hurt over the occur- rence. G. E. Nightingale, Delegate Div. No. 17. “Scott evidently by some particular mode of distinction appeared to hold me guilty oi cheating under the pretence of fair dealing and cleverly showed the quicker I quit pos- session of my room at his father’s house, the better he would be pleased; so I have been staying at my sister’s since, and if it hadn’t been for her I should have gone to Marlborough Hotel, and also went to Able and told him of the clever contrivance to puzzle him and given him back the $100.” “I'm glad you didn’t, but here we are.” Alighting from the taxi Mr. Stuart said, “Come in, Willis.” The family mansion was an old manor house, standing in a retired and beautiful part of Tiffin. Mr. Stuart opened the door with a pass key, and led the way into the hall. “Guess Mrs. Stuart and Maud are in the library. It’s the most cozy room we have.” Upon entering the library neither Mrs. Stuart nor Maud were there. “Be seated, Mr. Willis, I'll be back in a minute.” Mr. Stuart went to another part of the grand old home, returning in a little while and asked Willis to join the women in the sitting room. Mrs. Stuart appeared to be about forty- five years old, but she retained a slim, girlish figure and a youthful bloom of health in her kindly face. While they were talking the ’phone rang. Mr. Stuart an- swering. “Yes, Maud is safe at home. You can come right away,” replied Mr. Stuart. “Able,” he announced, as he hung up the receiver. “I do not wish you to see him, Maud. I'll talk to the youngster myself.” “No, father, after all this has come to pass I truly hope to never lay eyes on him again,” was Maud's moderate reply. In the meantime while they were going over Abie's conversation with the four men from be- hind the large fallen tree in the park, the door bell rang. “Come, we will go to the library, Mr. Willis. I guess this is Able, as I want you to see him.” Thos. Truitt, Delegate Div. No. 17. They found him waiting in the library. He was the most wretched sight you ever saw. His general appearance was dis- heveled and his manner excited. His col- Digitized by Google

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762 The Railroad Telegrapher. lar was merely hanging at the back, and his coat torn. “I am surely glad Maud is safe,” he panted. “That’s the main thing. My own J. F. Miller, Delegate Div. No. 17. Stuart, not allowing Able a chance to get a word in edgeways. “You’re a dandy, now, aren’t you? You’re that nice fellow, Mr. Able? You thought your story would be able, but you found it disable. I ought to have you arrested for planning this assault on my daughter, but we wish to avoid having her name coupled with yours. However, if you give publicity to this yarn about a hold-up and bring Maud’s name into it, we shall be compelled, and will expose the whole plot. Now, un- less, Mr. Willis has something to say to you, you may go. And don’t you ever come back here again.” “I would prefer that note that Miss Stuart gave you for me — you can keep the money,” Willis remarked. “Here’s the note ; I only kept it through a suggestion on the part of Scott.** “I am afraid my friend Scott is as fraudulent and thievish as you are,” was Willis’ remark. Mr. Stuart directed Able to the door, re- turning to the library. It could be readily seen that he was laboring under great un- loss is a very small matter in comparison, but it means ruin to me unless I can find someone to help me out before banking hours in the morning.” “What have you lost?” Stuart inquired, in a most sympathetic manner. . “I had $2,000 in bills a farmer from Illi- nois paid me the amount today, after bank- ing hours. It was the principal on a loan held by Mr. Johnson, and having no safe in the office I thought it best to carry the money on my person.” “I wouldn’t doubt but what you used the money to pay off some loss — and waste,” was Stuart’s quiet comment. “Did what!” Able gasped, as though he was trying to catch his breath. Mr. Stuart responded by saying: “If you had $2,000 today you have used it improp- erly, and to cover up your rascality. You hired four men, or thieves, at $10 each to hold up you and my daughter. I don’t see anything else, other than you wanted her as a witness in the hold-up. You think you are smart, now, don’t you?” continued Mr. W. M. Skinner, Delegate Div. No. 17. easiness for fear that Able might try his story on someone else about the hold-up, with which his daughter was connected, thus connecting her name with that of Abie's, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 763 which would be sure to create much em- barrassment. A few minutes later when Willis left, it G. Z. Stove*, Delegate Div. No. 17. w^s not Mr. Stuart who went with him to the door, but Maud. “How long will you be in Tiffin, Mr. Willis?” she asked, as he was about to pass out the door. “I don’t know exactly, although I thought of leaving probably tomorrow.” She replied in a tone denoting surprise: “You’re going to call again before you go, aren’t you? I haven’t half expressed my gratitude to you for what you did for me tonight and the previous incident.” “You and your father and mother have been overwhelmingly kind to me, and if I am permitted, will be glad to call tomor- row.” “Yes, do,” and the following day he took advantage of her compliance, and many months have since passed and Mr. Willis continues to call at the Stuart home. — By Harry W. Biggs. If a man has sufficient hard cash he may have a soft time. A MEXICAN YARN. SEVERAL old-time railroad men of Mexico, who have drifted into El 1 Paso since the revolution, fell in to- gether in a restaurant jthe other day. Over their dinner and cigars they got to swapping stories of early days of railroading in the republic on the other side of the Rio Grande when such a means of transportation was a curiosity to the Mexicans. Each one in the party had one or more stories of how the natives looked upon the innovation, and many interesting incidents were related. In the party was Wm. Protextor, con- ductor on the Cusihuiriachic branch of the Mexico North-Western in Chihuahua, and who has been here for some time recovering from injuries received in a wreck. “I recall a story I have heard and think I have seen it published, of the early days of the old Mexican Central. You know in those early days of railroading in Mexico and even for long years afterward, many of our fellow railroad men came across the C. L. Price, Delegate Div. No. 17. dry river seeking jobs on the new roads for reasons which they kept to themselves. In fact, for years it was not considered strictly polite to ask a man too many questions Digitized by Google

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764 The Railroad Telegrapher. about things 'back home/ as we always called the old U. S. A. “The Mexican Central construction had reached a short distance south of Jimenez C. R. Elliott, Delegate Div. No. 17. when one day there straggled into the office of the division superintendent at Chihuahua a shabbily dressed young gringo, who struck the superintendent for a job as telegraph operator. Few questions were asked as to the man’s references in those days and this case was no exception. " 'I can give you a job as agent and opera- tor down at Jimenez at 120 dobies per. Do you want it?’ " ‘I am your man/ replied the applicant, who gave his name as Andy Elkson. May- be that was his name and maybe it wasn’t. To have inquired too closely would have been asking some of those impolite ques- tions I have referred to. “So Andy was sent down to Jimenez and was duly checked in by the traveling audi- tor. Jimenez station didn’t take in more than ten pesos a day then, and as remit- tances had to be made to Chihuahua daily the question of bonds were not thought worth while. “As I have intimated the new road was a great curiosity and there were always Mexi- cans coming around to look on for hours at a time. One morning Elkson was unloading a lot of freight when he noticed among the curious observers a gaily dressed hacendado and his son about eighteen years old, watch- ing everything with much interest. Recog- nizing that they were of the wealthy class, Elkson went up to them and in the best of the poor Spanish which he could muster politely asked them what he could do for them. The hacendado said he and his son had come down from their hacienda a fe\^ miles distant just to see the new business the Americanos were introducing into the country. • “Elkson, having plenty of leisure, took particular pains to explain to them how mes- sages were sent by telegraph. With many thanks the two took their departure. The next day the boy was back at the station and Elkson having little to do, fell to talking to the lad, who continued to come back day after day. Elkson would practice Spanish on the boy a few English words A. L. Rex, Delegate Div. No. 17. and the use of the telegraph key so that he could send a few short words over the wire. “One day Elkson, being perhaps, a little tired of the then lonely place, remarked to Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 765 the boy that he was tired of his business and thought he would quit The next morning the father appeared at the station with the G. C. Vandlimq, Delegate Div. No. 17. son. After the usual polite greetings, the father said: “‘My son tells me you are tired of this business and want to quit it My son thinks he would like it, so I will buy it from you if you want to sell/ “Elkson was a bright rascal and scented something instantly. ‘Yes, I will sell, if I can get my price/ “ ‘What will you take ?* asked the hacen- dado. “ ‘For this agency, telegraph business and building the Jeast I will take is 10,000 pesos/ replied Elkson. “‘I will take it and will bring you the money tomorrow/ was the prompt answer. “Elksor* explained that he would make out a bill of sale and have it ready. He did that and got off of some document in the office an old red seal which he pasted on the purported bill of sale which he handed over the next day, pocketed the 10,000 pesos in bills and was never heard of afterward. “The next morning the dispatcher at Chihuahua tried to call up Jimenez. All he could get in answer was an unintelligible clicking. ‘Something wrong at Jinenez/ he said to himself. He repeated his efforts hurriedly, for he must get orders there to put the through freight from the south end of the line on to the Jimenez siding to allow the south-bound freight to pass. But he didn’t. “The two trains met a few miles north of Jimenez, their crews escaping by Jump- ing. The superintendent, with his wrecking crew, was soon at the scene of the collision and he went onto Jimenez in a hand car. On entering the station he found the wait- ing room furnished for living purposes and was politely bidden to pase (enter) by the courteous hacendado. “ ‘What in — does this mean, and where is Elkson?’ thundered the superintendent “ ‘Senor Elkson left yesterday afternoon A. C. Grikb, Delegate Div. No. 17. late. I have bought his business/ politely replied the don. “ ‘The devil you have/ stammered the gasping super/* Digitized by Google

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766 The Railroad Telegrapher. GOOD FOR HIM, ANYHOW. “I have spanked Thomas until I can spank him no more !” exclaimed Miss Hard- castle, the geographical mistress to Miss Maktin Stephens, Delegate Div. No. 17. Manners, the mathematical mistress. “Really, my arm quite aches from the daily chastisement of that naughty boy!” “When you want him spanked again send him to me, then/' said Miss Manners. And, sure enough, at 11 o’clock next morning Thomas appeared at the door of the mathematical mistress’s classroom. “Where have you come from?” asked Miss Manners. “Miss Hardcastle,” confessed Thomas. “I thought so!” exclaimed the teacher, and, dropping her book, she adroitly in- verted the youngster with a twist, and pun- ished him till the room rang with shrieks and whacks. “Now, Thomas,” said Miss Manners, when she had concluded her duty, “what have you got to say?” “Please, miss,” blubbered the feeling scholar, “Miss Hardcastle wants the scis- sors.” I PAYMENT IN’ ADVANCE. It takes imagination and courage to make a squelching reply to a “fresh” young man. In this case he was from out of town, says a writer in Tit-Bits, and adorned with a big green necktie and accompanied by his “best girl,” he sat down at a restaurant table to order a meal. “Waiter,” he said, when that individual came up, “I want you to bring me a grilled crocodile.” ^ “Yessir,” replied the waiter, perfectly un- ; moved. “And, waiter, bring it with butter.” “Yessir.” Then he% stood there like a statue for a minute. “Well,” said the young man, “aren’t you going to bring it?” “Yessir,” “Why don’t you, then?” Orders is, sir, that we get pay in advance for crocodiles, sir. Crocodiles with butter, sir, are fifteen hundred pounds and two- J. G. Si MAN TOM, Delegate Div. No. 17. pence. If you take it without butter, sir, it is only fifteen hundred pounds, sir.” The waiter did not smile, but the girl did, and the young man climbed down. Digitized by Google

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Tower 46. We work an interlocking plant, The tower’s called forty-six, And When the trains are running late We’re in a dreadful fix. There’s fifty levers in this plant, All standing in a row. And when you line for several trains You surely have to go. The levers pull so very hard It takes your breath away, So when you would (OS) a train It’s very hard to say. And when a train’s compelled to wait For time locks to run down, The train crew’s sure to .give you fits, And cuss you like a hound. And then (DS) will call you up, And ask you what is wrong, t And says you sure must do your best To get the trains along. And when the plant goes out of bir. And trains are made to wait, If you don’t get a hustle on They’ll “can” you sure as fate. You’ve got to grab a tommy bar, And rush down on the ground, And follow out the rods, until The trouble has been found. Then bow your back with all your might Until the plant is clear, And all the time the engine sounds Its whistle in your ear. # Then when the train has cleared the plant, You write to Mr. Greer, And tell him what the trouble was, And when the train was clear. If everything is made quite plain, And your luck’s running high, He may be satisfied with that. And not send you a “why.” We send the des-ti-na-tions for All south bound freights that run, And, with the trains so very thick, I tell you it’s no fun. We have to watch the wire until Some other man gets through, Then, by the time we V*t our man. Another train is due. We leave our key wide open while We yank the levers o’er, And, though we hurry all >ye can. It makes somebody sore. H. A. Roberts, Alternate Div. No. 17. We copy nineteen orders, when They must reverse a train, Then throw the line up, down, we have And line all o’er again. We get the block from North or South,' A clearance card we write, The way we have to hustle ’round, I tell you 'tis a sight. We place the orders in the hoops, And to the ground we go, And when the train men pick them up They’re never running slow. Digitized by

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768 The Railroad Telegrapher. We also keep the furnace in The basement down below, And when the trains are very thick We have to let it go. F. W. Roth, Alternate Div. No. 17. And when the fire has quite gone out, If then there » no train, We split the kindling, carry coal. And start the fire again. We sweep, we scrub, we dust, we clean The windows (twenty-two). Yet our officials think that we Have nothing much to do. We used to work an (OS) job, With sixty bucks the pay, The work that we had then to do, Was nothing much but play. But now we work at forty-six, With sixty-five the pay, And do more work in one hour, than We used to in a day. And if you ask us why we stick, It’s very plain to see, The world is full of plenty more As big fools as are we. To do this work, it takes a man With strong back, and weak head, And so I guess we’ll work this job Until we three are dead. If in this verse you find a line Deserving of your praise, Please give that to some other man. But help get us a raise. This verse was written by a (non), Who a non would not be. Had not the Order made me one, By an unjust decree. I joined the Order in good faith. To insure I did try, The Order sent my money back, For fear that I might die. Because I was some over weight And could no taller get, They turned me down, but took ift men Not half as safe a bet. My father died at eighty-three. My mother’s still alive, And I expect to work the wire ’Till I am eighty-five. ’Though insurance I can not get. I’ll do the best I can. For while it makes a non of me, I feel I’m still a man. — I. U. Gillis. Wayne S. Barker, Alternate Div. No. 17. “By thine own soul's law learn to live. And if men thwart thee, take no heed, And if men hate thee, have no care; Sing thou thy song and do thy deed, Hope thou thy hope and pray thy prayer.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 769 Reflection. I did pretty well with that trouble I had, That trouble that frightened me so; Now it's over I think I've a right to feel glad That I didn’t give in to a blow. T. E. Fidlee, Alternate Div. No. 17. ' For a while it appeared that I couldn’t succeed, I was tempted to give up the fight, But now that it’s over I’m happy, indeed, To think that I came out all right. I nearly gave up when the thing looked so bad, I had almost decided to quit, I’m surprised at myself at the courage I had, And I’m glad that I have so much grit, When the next trouble comes I shall stand up and fight, And meet it the best that I can; I've reached the conclusion that trouble’s all right, It brings out the stuff in a man. — Detroit Free Press. The Ways Are Green. The ways are green with the gladdening sheen Of the young year’s fairest daughter, Oh, the shadows that fleet o’er the springing wheat 1 Oh, the magic of running water! The spirit of spring is in everything, The banners of spring are streaming, We march to a tune from the fifes of June, And life’s a dream worth dreaming. When the meadow glows and the orchard mows. And the air’s with love-notes teeming, When fancies break, and the senses wake, Oh, life’s a dream worth dreaming 1 What Nature has writ with her lusty wit Is worded so wisely and kindly, That whoever has dipped in her manuscript Must up and follow her blindly. Now the summer prime is her blithest rhyme In the being and the seeming. And they that have heard the overword. Know life’s a dream worth dreaming. — W. E. Henley. Mother Ne’er Grew Old. While all the world is speeding on Beneath the lash of time, No chance to argue pro or con. To hesitate’s a crime; Untroubled by the eager rush For pleasure, pomp and gold. Like one who felt a holy hush, My mother ne’er grew old. A gentle matron I recall With dark and glossy hair, And husky lashes that could fall And rise without a care; C. S. Dieppenderfeb, Alternate Div. No. 17. It's all very well to sit and spell At the lesson there's no gainsaying; But what the deuce are wont and use When the whole mad world’s a-Maying? While through those soft and lustrous eyes, Whose glances ne’er shone cold. She only saw the brighter skies. Nor thought of growing old. Digitized by Google

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770 The Railroad Telegrapher. While other people fretful grew And garnered wrinkles deep, Her sunny nature sipped the dew That made her roses keep. * L. H. Wright, Alternate Div. No. 17. So lightly all the passing years Around her did unfold. They never left a trace of tears. And mother ne’er grew old. Upon her brow the snowdrifts meet In soft repose today, And yet her smile is warm and sweet As babyhood at play. Her heart is filled with charity And sympathy enrolled: In all that’s near and motherly My mother isn’t old. — Henry David Stringham. Application and Outburst. Roll on, roll on, O time in your flight And give us the new “Ops” we Know they are all-right, The “old Ops” are nervous, their Hearing is dense; Their block it is nutty and Lacking in sense; When we’re on the wire They call us a plug And send us a message, Like poured from a jug. And expect us to catch Their clackety-click Like noise from fence-pickets That’s made with a stick. Go on and tank up Upon your old beer, New “Ops” fills your Places, they don’t need You here; Your attid is batty from The cobwebs of time, Then try to be modern Or keep off the line. The 8pring Journey. 0 green was the corn as I rode on my way. And bright were the dews on the blossoms of May, And dark was the sycamore’s shade to behold. And the oak’s tender leaf was of emerald and gold. The thrush from his holly, the lark from his cloud. Their chorus of rapture sang jovial and loud, From the soft vernal sky to the soft grassy ground. There was beauty above me, beneath and around. The mild southern breeze brought a shower from the hill; And yet,- though it left me all dripping and chill, 1 felt a new pleasure as onward I sped, To gaze where the rainbow gleamed broad over- head. O such be Life's journey, and such be our skill. To lose in its blessings the sense of its ill; ^W. W. McCollum. Alternate Div. No. 17. Through sunshine and shower may our progress be even, And our tears add a charm to the prospect of heaven 1 — Bishop Hun. Digitized by U.ooQle

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Advice. One From London. “What are you carrying a cane for?” ‘Tm having a deuce of a time with water on the knee.” “Why don’t you try wearing pumps ?” — Ltppincotfs . Defining the Relationship. “What’s the matter with Jones? He seems to be furiously angry at the deacon.” “Yes. You see, Jones got mad at him and wrote calling him a donkey, and the deacon in replying addressed him as ‘brother/ ” Sized Her Up. Doctor — Madam, your husband must have absolute rest. Mrs. Chatt — Well, doctor, he won’t listen to me. Doctor — A very good beginning, madam; a very good beginning.— London Toiler. Punishment. “What’s the matter, Hans?’’ “Father caught me smoking his pipe.” “Ah, so you got a good whacking, I sup- pose?” “No, father made me finish it out.” — Fliegende Blatter. Between Girls. Agnes— What foolish things a young man will do when he’s in love ! Ethel— Oh, Agnes! I’ll bet Jack’s pro- posed.—Boston Transcript. “Tell us a joke, Mr. Fogg,” said the pretty American girl. “With pleasure,” drawled the tall English- man, ar he straightened up his mustache. “One cold, dawmp day, as I was strolling through the London zoo, you know, one of the hares escaped, and after chasing it two miles I caught the little animal and returned G. L. GoODR EMOTE, Alternate Div. No. 17. it to its cage. For this service His Majesty awarded me a medal of honor/’ “Do tell ! And what was on the medal ?” " ‘Awarded to James Fogg for services as a Hare Restorer/ ” Mamma’s Abandoned Trip. “Why has your wife decided to give up the European trip she was contemplating?” “She happened to hear somebody say that travel broadened one.” — Chicago Record- Herald. In Next Year’s Course. True story about a schoolboy in a Cleve- land public school. This boy brought home his report card last Friday. His parents looked it over Digitized by Google

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772 The Railroad Telegrapher. and noticed a blank in the place where the mark for “Deportment” should have been. “How is this?” asked the father. “You have no mark for deportment ?” E. R. Ebzrsole, Alternate Div. No. 17. “Oh,” answered the child, brightly, “we don't take that subject this year. That comes in next year’s course.” — Cleveland Plain Dealer . Exactly. Mr. Smith is a respectable gentleman who, though he has been married several years, has not yet lost his admiration for a pretty girl. Having occasion to remove from his present abode he was recently looking for a suitable house and discovered one to let in a quiet street. Upon ringing the bell a piquant and lovely Irish girl came to the door, looking charming in her black dress and mob cap. “Is this house to let?” asked Mr. Smith. “Yes.” “Are you to be let with it ?” he said, with a bland smile. “No, sir,” answered the maid, demurely; “I am to be let-alone.” Distinction or Difference. A group of New Yorkers were lounging on the piazza of a nearby shore hotel last Sunday when a young man, wearing exqui- site clothes and a vacant stare, passed by on his way to the beach with a young woman on either arm. “You know who that is, I suppose?” re- marked one of the party. “Oh, yes,” was the reply. “Got a couple of millions, I understand. Just out of col- lege. He was educated at Harvard Univer- sity, was he not?” “Oh, no,” said the first speaker. “He wasn’t educated at Harvard. He went to school there.” In the 8ame Boat. “We get some sad cases,” said the attend- ant at the Balmy Lunatic Asylum to the interested visitor, and opened the door of the first cell. ‘ Inside was a man sitting on a three-legged stool, gazing vacantly at the wall. W. Car*, Alternate Div. No. 17. “His is an unhappy story,” said the at- tendant. “He was in love with a girl, but she married another man, and he lost his reason from grief.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 773 They stole out softly, closing the door behind them, and proceeded to the next inmate. C. L. Cook, Delegate Div. No. ae. This cell was thickly padded, and the man within was stark, staring mad. “Who is this?” inquired the visitor. “This?” repeated the attendant. “This is the other man !” How 8he Found Out. Willie and Tommy are two youngsters who are pugilistically inclined. The other day the following conversation took place between them : “Aw,” said Willie, “you’re afraid to fight —that’s all it is.” “Naw, I’m not,” protested Tommy, stoutly, “but if I fight my ma'll find it out and lick me.” “How’ll she find it out, eh?” “She’ll see the doctor goin* to your house.” tance from his own city, he was forced to leave the city Saturday of each week and go to the town in which the young woman lived, give her the treatment Sunday and return to his office Monday. A friend once asked the osteopath how he had arranged to give the young woman the treatment for her ankles and wrists when she lived at such a distance and the osteopath replied : “Oh, I go out and treat her week-ends.” A Telegraph Dialogue. Two telegraph operators were seated in a down town cafe recently when an athletic young man and an exceedingly pretty girl entered. They were placed at a table oppo- site the “key” men, who were sitting side by side in a position facing the girl. As is the custom of the craft when wishing to discuss some one in a public place, they telegraphed to each other, using their knives on the plate. “Peacherino, isn’t she?” one ticked to the other. G. E. Soystbr, Delegate Div. No. 33. His Treatment. A certain osteopath was treating a young woman who had very weak ankles and wrists. As she lived in a town quite a dis- “A tree full,” came back the tapping reply. “Wonder who the sack is with her?” “Search me — looks like a boob tied up with wren like her.” Digitized by Google

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774 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Bet they aren't married. If they are, all she needs to do to get a divorce is to ex- hibit that map of his in court.” E. R. Derkickson, Delegate Div. No. 23. “While the two men were enjoying a laugh over their silent joking they were surprised and somewhat alarmed to hear some more “table knife telegraphy.” The “peacherino” was doing it, and she did not look at all pleased, either. “You two had better look out while you are all together,” carelessly ticked her knife blade while she listened to something her companion was saying. “This sack and boob, as you called him, with the divorce map, is my husband — safe mover by trade. He eats fresh little boys.” Something happened to the “wires” about that time, and all communication ceased. She Was in a Hurry. At a lecture a well-known authority on economics mentioned the fact that in some parts the number of men was considerably larger than that of women, and he added, humorously : “I can, therefore, recommend the ladies to emigrate to that part of the world.” A young lady seated in one of the last rows got up, and, full of indignation, was leaving the room rather noisily, whereupon the lecturer remarked: “I did not mean that it need be done in such a hurry as that.” — London Bystander. Its Limitations. Impecunious Suitor (endeavoring to make himself agreeable to Miss Angela's papa). — What a charming place you have here, Mr. Oldman ! Does it go all the way to that grove over there? Unsympathetic Papa — It does. Impecunious Suitor — And all the way to that stone wall in the distance on this side ? Unsympathetic Papa — It does. And it goes all the way to the river on the south, and all the way to the main road on the north. But it does not go with my daugh- ter Angela. — New York Globe. Encore. Little James, while at a neighbor's, was given a piece of bread and butter, and politely said, “Thank you.” “That’s right, James,” said the lady. “I like to hear little boys say. ‘Thank you.* " E. H. Buswell, Delegate Div. No. 23. “Well,” rejoined James, “if you want to hear me say it again, you might put some jam on it.” — Chicago News. Digitized by Google

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PHILOSOPHY AND FAITH. U'T' HE desiring of what is true, and I the practice of that which is good are two most important objects of philosophy.” — Voltaire. “Let us have faith that right makes might, and in that faith let us to the end dare to do our duty as we understand it.” — Lincoln. The two above dictums are no doubt admirable. Yet them come from two in- dividuals as different from each other as it is possible to find them in human history. Each one represents a different epoch. Each one embodies a different group of ideals. Each one appeals to different aspects of human life, to different social tendencies, aims and results, in connection with human progress and evolution. Yet both give us the same aspiration of every soul in love with God and humanity, both speak in forms of language worthy of respect. Both express the same admiration for the truth that alone can make men free — free from the kingdom of sin in which humanity is yet sunk, enveloped, submerged, even if trying to get out of it. Voltaire tells us to try to find the truth through what we call philosophy. Lincoln tells us to try to find the truth through what we call faith, through actualized du- ties. There we have the indivisibility of the truth. We can not take any depart- ment of human life without coming across the same all-important thought, the thought which practically tells us: “What are you going to do with the truth in connection with the present subject we have now in our hands, for us to settle?” Unfortu- nately, we seldom think of the truth when we work for the solution of this or that human problem. We are more apt to say to each other: “Let us see how we can manage to make a compromise with the truth.” Is not human history a perpetual chain of arrangements, settlements, deci- sions, laws; each one with a certain com- bination of the false and the true applied to this or that social adjustment? No won- der that some new trouble comes to most of us for every one we may suppress or diminish. And that is what we call prog- ress, evolution, civilization, etc. Sherman Correll, Delegate Div. No. 23. Philosophy! What should that mean? “To ascertain the simple processes, prin- ciples and details by which to make human life worth living on earth. To grasp and realize God's truth in all human activities. To thus live in complete peace with the forces, laws and phenomena in the universe. To thus grant to every human individual, from the birth to the grave, in the name of human law, all opportunities for the healthy manhood development of every human be- ing." Digitized by v^ooQle

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77 6 The Railroad Telegrapher. What now about “ faith,” that formidable word of ours? Apply to faith the essence of the thoughts we have incorporated in Geo. B. Turner, Delegate Div. No. 23. our definition of Philosophy. Would not that be enough for all practical purposes? Have we ever tried to do anything of the kind in any national group? Have we not done just the reverse in all the essentials of human life everywhere on the face of the planet? And who has ruled humanity? The rabble of nations? Hardly. We have assumed the natural badness of that rabble. That badness has never been proved. It is only through the misuse of power that we can prove the badness of men. Yes, power curtailing the natural oppor- tunities we all have received as our “birth right the right to live a full life, as the humblest blade of grass or insect receives in the world of mere forces and forms apart from consciousness, from the reason- ing faculty, etc. Every curtailment of nat- ural development, every restriction coming from foolish traditions, from silly consen- sus, from laws of oppression or insufficient healthy freedom, every such process is re- sponsible for the supposed badness of our plain people, and even for the absence of high ideals. Take now one of the fresh absurdities we seem to have recently discovered. We refer to the fact that not even an annual salary of $17,000 is enough for this nation of ours to have competent men willing to be our ambassadors to any of the principal European nations. Not less than $50,000 is needed for one of our educated Americans to make both ends meet in London, Paris, Berlin, etc., as the representative of the United States. Is not that sublimely ridic- ulous? With our modern, rapid communications by cable and mail, all governments are so intimately connected with each other that the ambassador business is as useless as a heavy pair of rubber boots to dance on a velvet carpet. Unfortunately, even the best of us cling yet to the old fancies and whims. * Abnormalities beget each other, and it happens that even our modern progress, no matter how much better than the old one, in certain directions remains yet consider- ably fantastic and abnormal. Take, for instance, the fact that for the last few Chas. Krumm, Delegate Div. No. 23. decades we have demoralized the ambassa- dors of all nations by sending men consid- erably rich than the richest men in the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 777 old nations. Our representative men have been able to show that they could spend more money in foolish displays of wealth than any other ambassador under the sun. Ed. Hurley, Delegate Div. No. 23. The saddest fact of modern life is that we don’t wish to reconstruct our ideals where that is most indispensable. We don’t Nwish to have or practice the kind of phil- osophy or faith that could place humanity in peace with God. We still prefer a faith and a philosophy which allow us to con- tinue our wrong legislation. We thus evolve the many evils which are produced by abnormal accumulations of wealth with some, and by deplorable poverty some- where else. And the middle poverty is not much better. What, then, about wealth " per se re- gardless of what we owe to each other and to the “Power” that has placed us on earth? Even wealth brings a mean devel- opment to most of us, the wealthy chaps. Even we remain at the mercy of the rank social injustice of all nations thus far. Even we are often caught by many of the tragedies of life. Not even we, the pos- sessors of great wealth, manage to have a life of real joy as God means we all should revel in, on earth already, as a prelude, an introduction into the grander joys of the beyond. We all are bound to pay for the collective sin of standing by a wrong life philosophy, by a faith which* repudiates the eternal simplicity of “Divine Law.” Jose Gros. FOREIGN TELEGRAPH. I had a dual pleasure in reading the ar- ticles relating to the above subject, viz.: those contributed by Bro. J. R. O’Daniel in the October issue and by Bro. D. C. Smart in December. I especially took in- terest in Mr. Smart’s opinion of railroad- ing in Great Britain. It is now just two years since I severed my connection with the largest road in Scotland. Having passed the ‘civil-service examination (which, by the way, was a few sums in pounds, shillings and pence), I, at the tender age of fifteen years, was initiated into the ranks as rail- way clerk at four shillings and nine pence per week ($1.14), this amount being the regular apprentice scale of salary, graduat- ing at the end of four years’ service. Then you emerge a full-fledged railway clerk, ready for the brass buttons and gay uni- C. E. Betts, Delegate Div. No. S3. form of station agent. But, to come to the real facts concerning the telegraph instru- ment used by all the railroads on the other Digitized by Google

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778 The Railroad Telegrapher. side of the “herring pond." Firstly, the key and sounder are unknown in any rail- road office. That system is exclusively W. N. Upham, Delegate Div. No. 23. used by the government in handling their postal-message business. An American operator might be a professional at the Continental Code, yet would find, on apply- ing for a telegraph position on a railroad, that he would be required to master the intricate upright-needle and dial-sounder instrument, manipulated by a ball-shaped grip handle at bottom, held by entire hand, the movement being made by using the arm from wrist to elbow. Space forbids the fully explaining of this system; it would take an article by itself. Resonators are un- known, each instrument being distinguished by its tone, the sounders being of brass, and, as a general rule, the right being cut a higher tone than the left. The alphabet has no dashes, dots alone being used, and, of course, no spacing is required in Conti- nental Code. As an American lady once told me (while purchasing tickets, with usual argu- ment regarding the coinage and correct change), that I “seemed to have an orches- tra going in there all the time, and not like the clickty-click they used on the other side.” The musical sound being made, as I men- tioned, by the brass used. When an operator is desirous of calling up another office, he calls intermittently, and, on being an- swered, he gives his office signal call. This is repeated by the receiving operator. Then they exchange calls once. They are then ready for business. First, the prefix of messages is signaled. Example : D. B. stands for ordinary railroad business mes- sage; D. L. for relay of same class; S. for Government Postal, etc., etc. Then time message as filed is sent in code. Exam- ple 1 -10 (one ten) would stand for A. B.f letters of the alphabet being used around the hours, omitting J, the seconds between being R., S., W., X. Example: 5-17 (five- seventeen would be E. C. S. In the body of the message, if operator comes to fig- ures, he signals F. I., then spells the figure out, as 1 (one), o (nought). When this is completed the signal, F. F. given, signifying that no more figures are coming. Though hardly so fast as Morse, yet a strong, steady and slurring current is obtained by instrument. One thing a fellow does O. W. Nelson, Delegate Div. No. 23. appreciate; that is, you are never repri- manded by wire chief for leaving the key open, etc. When not in operation, handle Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 779 of instrument remains perpendicular, cir- cuit being closed until touched or held to either side. One thing I especially noticed R. E. Schultz, Delegate Div. No. 23. in this country was that the several roads did not use a universal code for transact- ing important and rush messages regarding all freight and passenger business, as well as movement of trains. Here is an every- day message, varying, of course, in forma- tion, according to business and department : Example: D. B., C. L., 12 words. From Brown Goods Berwick. To Black Edinburgh. Otter 120 of 7th. Smith 1 Box. Crow. Moselle. Translated is: “Pay message for City.” Filed at 3-55. From Brown Goods Berwick To Black Edinburgh. Our freight waybill number 20 of 7th. Smith 1 Box. Give proof of delivery; show receiver’s signature and date effected. Give this matter your immediate attention. It can readily be seen that considerable saving of time and labor is attained by this method. Officers, operators and, in fact, all employes, soon memorize the words most frequently used in their respective departments, and they rarely have to resort to code book for reference. I could give a more lucid description to readers inter- ested by contributing a series consisting of the following: Explaining the working of telegraphs, cir- cuits, batteries, etc. The movement of trains and equipment. The various methods of accounting freight tickets. Rendering reports to clearing house. Here is a list of some of the British railroad terms for employes, equipment, rolling stock, etc. : Agent — station master. Ticket agent — booking clerk. Freight agent — goods agent. v Telegraph operator (block) — signalman (sports a uniform). Passenger conductor — passenger guard. Freight conductor — goods guard. Switchman — shunter. Yardmaster — marshal-man. Engineer — engine driver. Ross. C. Nisonger, Delegate Div. No. 23. A “ham"— "Mim ” Passenger car — carriage. Coal car — wagon. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 780 Baggage car and caboose— guard's van. Engines have no cowcatcher, alarm bell or headlight, only markers being shown. Gao. L. Gallahzx, Delegate Dlv. No. *3. Trespassers on right-of-way and railway property are severely dealt with, being fined; if unable to pay, imprisoned. Their names and addresses are blacklisted and exhibited at every station as a warning to others. Hobos are unknown. The “Weary Willies” are never in a hurry and prefer to walk by easy stages. No commission is allowed agents for express, government postal messages or tickets. Each railroad handles its own express business. Gov- ernment servants take charge of all mail matter, pouches, sacks, etc., delivering to and from stations, and no responsibility rests on railroad servants regarding this department. Most of the companies offer prizes to agents and signalmen for best- kept stations, the competition being keen between the different divisions, resulting in most of the country stations being mini- ature gardens, with flower plots, lawns, etc. The depots, being either built of stone or brick, are generally covered with roses, honeysuckle or creepers. The agents, op- erators and clerks are well organized. The Railway Clerks* Association, with head- quarters at 337 Grays Inn Road, London, W. C. I can assure any O. R. T. member that if he happens to be visiting the world’s largest city he will be accorded a warm welcome from the society’s popular general secretary, Mr. A. G. Walkden. Since commencing this article I have received a letter from a brother operator, presently employed in Glasgow, Scotland. He in- forms me that most of the roads are short of men, and states that if I should return to Scotia’s shores at this time I could com- mand the salary of $500 per annum. Now, readers, don’t smile. I contend this sum is equal to the American salary of $900. The efforts of the Railway Clerks' Assor ciation for the betterment of conditions the men are forced to work under (I may state that the monthly assessment of this society is 25 cents), has, in a great meas- ure, altered the general state of affairs which has existed for years, namely, low and inadequate salaries, unsanitary offices, long hours of duty, insufficient and poor assistance, when annual leave of absence is granted (if that year is one of your lucky J. G. Howard, Alternate Div. No. 23. ones). The pick of the young men are now emigrating to Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Each com- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 781 pany has its superannuation society for salaried employes. Deducting a small sum from its membership every two weeks, they B. J. SlMKN, Alternate Div. No. 23. retire its members on pension at the age of sixty-five years. Promotion is still conducted on the ancestor plan. Favorit- ism and nepotism are rampant. Some day I shall return and claim a superintendent's job; then enjoy the sunset of my days by living on that aforesaid pension — perhaps. A. S. Home, Division No. 31. FOREIGN TELEGRAPH. In response to J. R. O’Daniel’s article in the October Telegrapher, I for one spent two months abroad during August and September, 1911, traveling through Eng- land, Wales and Scotland. The principal railway systems I traveled on were the Great Western, London Northwestern, Midland, North British, and Caledonian Railways, and naturally, as an operator, took particular notice and inquired into the system of train movement. I found that the telegraph is an unimportant part of train movement over there, as all main lines of these systems are double tracked and run same as our American first-class systems, by an up-to-date block system. No trains run on telegraphic train orders; no such thing as train dispatching by wire; all trains run by block system, and class of freight trains are designated by the signals they display. It is quite interest- ing to see how they run trains on single track. It is worked by the electric-staff system; each office has an electric working device, which holds a number of staffs. When the operator wants the block for a train, he touches a button that rings up the station ahead. The operator at that office turns a knob on his machine, which unlocks the machine at station in rear, so operator can take out a staff for the com- ing train. Only one staff can be taken out at one operation, so it's an absolute block. No train is permitted in a block without a staff, and all yard switches are handled from signal box. Therefore, accidents of any kind are very rare, and unless a train has plenty of room to take siding by pull- ing in and getting into clear, they can not pass at such points. No sawing by or Arthur O. Sundet, Alternate Div. No. 23. backing in to clear is allowed. To show the unimportance of the telegraph, I will relate an instance: I was on a branch Digitized by Google

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782 The Railroad Telegrapher. train on the Great Western, and the elec- tric-staff system got out of order. They had the telegraph and knew the block was T. C. Strobel, Alternate Div. No. 33. clear, but we had to wait forty-five min- utes for an engine to come back from ter- minal of the division with a staff, so our train could proceed. Regarding the tele- graph in handling messages, the most funny thing I saw about it was the receiving operator giving O. K. by making one dot after each word, but that did not seem to delay much, as they can do that with left hand, which they always have on the handle of the instrument, and at the same time keep on writing with the right hand. Wm. Johns, Cert. 104, N. Y. C. Div. No. 8. TELEGRAPH IN THE PHILIPPINES. The telegraph lines in the Philippines are owned and operated by the United States Government under the head of the Bureau of Posts. The Bureau of Posts in Manila sends out circulars to ail parts of the islands, stating that all Filipinos who wish to learn telegraphy and will be willing to go wherever sent and work for a stated length of time after learning, will be taught free of charge in Manila for six months and ten dollars a month allowed them for expenses while learning. In this way any quantity of cheap help may be obtained. The American operator is prevented by this overflow of cheap help from having the working conditions bet- tered. IPs a case of work and say nothing or be replaced by a Filipino. There are many openings for first-class telegraphers in commercial work— oper- ators to take charge as managers of tele- graph stations in different parts of the islands. In most offices Filipinos are used with an American manager in charge. The managers devote much of their time to testing wires, as the native operators out in the Provinces are in the habit of putting “the ground” on and forgetting to take it off, causing an endless amount of trouble. Most of the telegraph lines are “open circuits,” on account of the tropical cli^ J. A. Hoy*, Alternate Div. No. 23. mate, as much better service can be ob- tained from the “open circuits” than from the “closed circuits.” Digitized by Google

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, The Railroad Telegrapher. 783 The bulk of the work is handled in Spanish, Visayan, Tagalog, Illocano and more than twenty-five other native dia- E. L. Lipshield, Alternate Div. No. 23. lectsi Very little work is transmitted in English except from Manila, where the majority of Americans are located. The average salary of a telegrapher (American) is from $1,200 to $1,400 per year at the beginning, with chances of ad- vancement to $1,500 or $1,800 or more, according to ability and size and location of office. The greatest disadvantage to this work is that most of the offices are situated in places where there are but few Americans, thus making the operator wish he was back in the United States once more. Living expenses are very high in Ma- nila, house rent is from $40 to $65 per month for four or five rooms. The climate is very even, not over ten degrees' change the year round, making a person wish for a breath of cold air once in a while. Just a word in closing regarding the railroad systems. The islands have a fine, up-to-date railroad, owned by English cap- ital and protected by the United States Government. The telephone system is used is dispatching trains, and, owing to the small amount of traffic on, most of the divisions, a Filipino dispatcher is generally found in charge. C. H. Link, Cert. 493, Div. 29. CONTENTMENT VS. SATISFACTION. By the Rev. Charles Stelzle. Does the church teach that a man should .be satisfied with his present condition, no matter what that condition may be — long hours, short wages, unsanitary workshops, unhealthy homes, uneducated minds ? Noth- ing could be farther from the truth. The whole trend of its teaching is in the oppo- site direction. Some men are sneeringly saying^ that the church teaches submission, and that, therefore, it is an obstacle in the way of real progress. I want to point out the difference between being “content" and being “satisfied." The Bible exhorts men to be content. It does not teach that they are to be satisfied. There is a great difference between the two* St. Paul said that he had learned in E. C. Weatherly, Alternate Div. No. 23. whatsoever state he was, “therewith to be content." He had learned how to make the best of things as they were. But in Digitized by Google

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784 The Railroad Telegrapher. the same epistle he added: “Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect. This one thing I do: forgetting the things which are behind (the successes and failures) I press on.” He was con- tent, but not satisfied. Satisfaction is derived from the Latin words “satis” and “facie,” which mean, making or having enough. Contentment is from the Latin “contineo,” which means, to contain, or to hold one’s self together. Contentment lies in one's self. Satisfac- tion is derived from external objects. Contentment means the enjoyment of what one has, but it does not imply that one has reached the ideal. It is not indifference or laziness. It does not demoralize char- acter or hinder noble aspirations or brave endeavor after improvement It does mean, however, that one is self- contained — the master of one’s self. No man can reach out after better and higher things until he has conquered himself. Solomon, the wise king, once said, “He that ruleth his spirit is greater than he that taketh a city.” And so, the church is with the toiler in his struggles after better things. It does not teach that a man must be satisfied. It does teach that a man should learn to be content — and so does common sense teach it. C. F. Goodell, Alternate Div. No. 2.1. Digitized by v^ooQle

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FRATERNAL New Haven, Conn., Dlv. No. 29. The following officers were installed at the April meeting: Chief telegrapher, L. H. Dowd; first vice-chief, E. C. Terry; second vice-chief, W. H. Gordon; secretary and treasurer, Geo. F. McCormack. General Chairman Manion acted as installing officer and performed the service in his usual A. R. Linn, Delegate Div. No. 26. fine style. Later he gave us a very interesting talk, explaining the progress of the committee. Local Chairman Dowd, of the Western; Bro. Leate, of the Midland, and Chief Telegrapher Tiger, of Division 37, also delivered interesting addresses. “Judge” Terry treated us to another of his good, old talks, and there were many other inter- esting features too numerous to mention. Come out and get acquainted, you*ll like it after you get started. N. Y., N. H. & H., Western Division— Bro. Dowd almost swamped me with notes this month. Let us hope the habit is contagious. You can not overwork me, boys, 1*11 handle all you send in. Bro. M. W. Handy, our efficient general secre- tary and treasurer, has returned to his duties after several weeks* illness. The brothers learned, with much pleasure, that Bro. M. W. Handy succeeds himself as general secretary and treasurer. As further proof that our general committee can always be depended upon to do the proper thing, we are glad to report that Bro. E. J. Manion has been re-elected general chairman for another two-year term. Congratulations to “Doc** and to us. It is not necessary to write a eulogy on his merits, they are too well known by all of us. Suffice it to say that we have the best general chairman ever. W. A. Full**, Alternate Div. No. 36. Bro. Hegerman, extra, has been assigned to Sandy Hook, as there were no bidders. Bro. Dowd wishes to thank the members of the division for the beautiful floral offering sent at the funeral of his father, Geo. W. Dowd, seventy-four years of age, who passed away on Friday morning, March 7th, at Walcott, N. Y. He had been in poor health for nearly two years and had made his home with Bro. Dowd since December. While his death was not altogether unexpected the sum- mons came very suddenly, before Bro. Dowd could reach home from Boston, where he was working on schedule negotiations with the general committee. Bro. J. J. Costello, of Plainville, is fast regain- ing his health at Asheville, N. C., and expects to return soon and resume his duties. Tolies closed, and Sister Cullen took first Towan- tic> Bro. Flynn very kindly agreeing to go on second, allowing her to take his place on first. Bro. VanDesusen, the man who put the “AX” in “AJAX,” is on third Hawleyvillc. Digitized by Google

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786 The Railroad Telegrapher. There are contemplated changes at “CS,” Bris- tol, probably the transferring of the work to “BR” office, but nothing definite is known yet. Some of the so-called telegraphers sent along the division to post seem to have a very limited C. R. Shortridge, Delegate Div. No. 27. knowledge of “Morse.” Have a care that they do not get you into trouble. Bro. Lowrey, of Lenox, Mass., and Bro. Clark, of Stonington* took advantage of their stay in Boston to entertain their very charming daughters, and every point of interest in the “Hub” was visited. It is reported that the last seen of the two young ladies they were looking over the latest Parisian styles in hats, but too much importance must not be attached to this report, because any remark about hats by a mere man is always con- sidered a joke. Bro. MacPherson, Hawleyville first, has resigned and accepted an agency on another line, owing to the ill health of his wife. We are sorry to lose “Mac” and trust that the Mrs. will soon recover her health and good fortune attend them. Bro. Folkey, of Hopewell, was called to his home in Texas, owing to his father being mur- dered there by a negro. The remains were brought to Deposit, N. Y., for burial. The brother has the sympathy of the members of the division in his bereavement. Bro. Dunbar and son, Durwood, of Danbury, are visiting relatives in Shelburne Falls, Mass. Bro. Odium, formerly at Forestville, is now fill- ing the relief agents and telegraphers assign- ments, which will give him a wide and varied experience. Bro. Link, former assistant ticket agent at Dan- bury, lately of the Philippines, has been assigned Stevenson agency. We welcome him back. Bro. Goulette has taken the position at "TH,” Pittsfield, the balance of the telegraph jobs being under the B. & A. R. R. This position requires a first-class man, and Bro. Goulette can fill the bill. The wife of Bro. Shepherd, of New Milford, has been confined to the Danbury Hospital with a severe case of pneumonia. We trust she will soon be restored to good health. Crews will soon be running from Maybrook to Cedar Hill. The change was scheduled for April 15th. Bids for trains 71 and 72 are out, A. C. N. E. crew taking one side of the run. Another auto signal is to be installed at each end of Terryville tunnel to shorten up block, and thus avoid delay to fast trains. Much disappointment was felt by a large number of railroad men who had asked for relief to attend the hearing on the labor bills at the capitol at Hartford, when these measures were put over to a later date. We hope they will be given atten- tion soon and be reported on favorably. Some of them are certainly “just what the doctor ordered/* T. A. A. Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. Notwithstanding the inclement weather, the March meeting of the Ladies* Social Club was a C. N. Jones, Alternate Div. No. 27. great success, and all felt well repaid for attend- ing. In the flower social Sister Haddock received first prize, by draw, on account of several sisters being tied for first place. Sister Flower? secured Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 787 the booby prize, a bag of pop corn, which she generously shared with the others. Sisters Springer and Briggs served a delightful lunch. The April meeting took the form of a penny social. E. J. Manion, Delegate Div. No. 29. Brennan, and he on third East Foxboro, by Mr. Morjeren, from third Franklin St., Worcester. Bro. Provender is relieving Bro. Barden, of Division 189, on first East Foxboro, for thirty days' vacation. Bro. Doyle, spare towerman, bid in third Davis- ville. Bro. Davis, spare, is on second Stonington Jet. Mr. Flinn, third Sharon pit, bid in third Water St., East Providence. Bro. Callahan, second Water St., East Providence, was off a few days, relieved by Bro Johnson, spare. Bro. Cutler, Elmwood tower, is improving in health. Those interested in base ball, who think a good team can be formed, address, promptly, Joseph Black, 24 Atwood St., Providence, R. I. J. D. L., Div. Cor. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 41. B. & M. R. R.— The following committees and officers were ap- pointed by the chief telegrapher for year 1913: Bro. Doran, of Terminal, succeeds Bro. Lands- berg on board of auditors, whose term has expired; A. W. Parquette, of West Cambridge, for inside sentinel, and J. H. Graham, of Medford, outside sentinel. VISITING COMMITTERS: Portland Division via Portsmouth — F. H. Childs. Peabody; H. S. Sweatland, Marblehead; L. B. Bilbruck, Kittery. AT. Y., N. H. & H. Notes— Bro. J. J. Flaherty bid in C. & O., at Valley Falls; relieved, on bid, at third Sharon Heights, by Bro. J. H. Hickey, from second W. Mansfield. Bro. Cafferty bid in Waterman Ave. tower days, and Bro. Pineault, Waterman Ave. nights, bid in Sharon pit third. Bro. Hedges has our well wishes in the new position he has just bid in at “P," vice Bro. Mig- nault, who went to Waterman St. tower, and later bid in Hills Grove first, relieving Bro. Gardiner, who bid in third in the new electric tower at Worcester. Bro. Griffin, first Valley Falls, bid in first, and Bro. Shepard, second Boston switch, bid in second new electric , Worcester tower. Bro. Graham, second Broyton Ave., bid in second Boston switch, and Bro. Toodvine bid in third Val- ley Falls. I regTet Sister Barry’s affliction. April 1st her ten-year-old daughter underwent an operation for head trouble, and on April 6th her sister passed away suddenly at Sister Barry’s home. On both occasions Van relieved her at Woonsocket. Sister Barry and her family have the sincere sympathy of the entire membership of our division. Bro. W. J. Brenner's wife is very ill, threatened with typhoid fever. He was about to move his family from Stonington to Providence. We hope for her speedy recovery. Bro. Blake, spare towerman, bid in second East Foxboro, relieved on third Mystic, on bid, by Bro. G. F. McCormack, Delegate Div. No. 29. Portland Division via Dover — P. J. O’Connor, Andover; J. D. Collins, -Wakefield; C. J. Murphy, Derry, N. H. Digitized by v^ooQle

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788 The Railroad Telegrapher. Southern Division — H. G. Mitchell, West Somer- ville; P. J. Corcoran, Waltham; J. Haggerty, Lowell. R. E. Porter, Delegate Div. No. 29. Fitchburg Division — A. W. Parquette, Cam- bridge; G. T. Rosberry, Gardner; R. H. Nims, Waltham. Terminal Division — W. A. Sprague. Board of Auditors — M. E. Doran, three years; W. M. Laird, two years; H. T. Cunningham, one year. Board of Trustees — Jos. Aronson, Portland Division via Portsmouth; F. B. Gray, Portland Division via Dover; D. J. McDonald, Woburn, So. Division; Fred Prevost, Fitchburg; F. J. Lar- gie, Terminal. Boston & Mains ; C. & P., South Division — It is not very often you see a write-up from this division, but if the brothers will send in what little news they hear of, to me, by the/ 20th of the month, we will try and let the outside world know that we are not all none. The high water caused several washouts on the line, and every one had plenty of work during that time. Telegraphers are scarce just now, and we must get after every new man and see that he has an up-to-date. Every one we get helps us just that nhich more to get our schedule. Everybody try and help out a little, and things will move smoothly. C. B., Div. Cor. New York, N. Y., Division No. 44. The regular meeting for April was called to order by Chief VanNostrand, on the 12th. with all officers in their places and about thirty-five brothers present. We had room for thirty-five more, and had hoped for a larger attendance, as the Ladies' Auxiliary meets same night at same hall. While you are meeting with the broth- ers of No. 44, your wife could be in Room No. 2, with the ladies. This is Bro. VanNostrand’s sixth year as chief, come out one and all and support him, and show your general committee that you have an interest in the division, that you will sup- port it and that you want reSblts. You can not get them by being dead to the issue and staying home, instead of going to the meetings and help- ing those present to do their work as well as yours. Come out to the meetings, and also get busy with the nons. Five applications were acted on favorably, and it is now Bros. Wm. B. Over- ton, Port Jefferson; Geo. F. Cook, Broadway Flushing; Thomas Feeley, Hempstead, and Wm. R. Maize, third Queens. Bro. VanNostrand appointed Bros. Gafney. Bennett and Hoadley as our sick committee to visit the brothers who are ill and cheer them up. The Ladies' Auxiliary sent an invitation to the brothers to partake of refreshments after the meet- ing. They had all kinds of pie, and Tom Gafney had the time of his life trying to hide it. L. H. Dowd, Delegate Div. No. 29. Ths Long Island R. R. — Bro. George G. Ayling, Central Islip, L. L laid off sixteen days with an infected felon 00 the third finger of his right hand; relieved by Bro. W. B. Overton, of Port Jefferson. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 789 If you want excitement, attend the games by the base ball teams organized by Bros. Thuma and Hoadley. When the former gets his bunch of clam diggers going, you know what to expect. / Wm. H. Gordon, Alternate Div. No. 29. Bros. A. A. Leonard and A. F. Heller, our dele- gates to the Baltimore Convention, are busy pre- paring for the trip. Bro. Heller is getting his farm in shape at Dunton before leaving. Bro. Bill Leahy, who relieved C. A. Birs, agent at Sag Harbor, while on vacation in Alabama, is now relieving Bro. Jack Marten, ticket agent East New York, gone on a trip for his health. Sister Clara Hesbach, from Woodhaven, is now split trick ticket agent at Nostrand Ave. Bro. A. Filby and wife, of Vandeveer Park agency, put in their vacation attending court; relieved by Bro. Walters. Bro. G. H. Wilkinson, agent Lea Side Junction, Ont., spent two weeks’ holiday, visiting his brother- in-law, Bro. A. L. Marsh, agent at Oyster Bay. This was Bro. Wilkinson’s first visit to this part of the States, and we hopfe he will come again. Bro. A. L. Marsh has the heartfelt sympathy of the brothers of this division in the death of his father, at his home in Oyster Bay on March 9th. Mist Minnie Leonard, second Oyster Bay, hat been very sick recently with lagrippe. Mr. Dickson, first there, recently married, it spending the honeymoon at his old home in Atlanta, Ga. Relief Agent Bro. A. W. Brooker it relieving at Flabuth Ave. terminal. Bro. Tripp, agent Manorville, on two weeks’ vacation, was relieved by Bro. Walters. Relief Agent Bro. 'Rice bid in South Hampton express agency; Bro. E. Van Nostrand third Hollis tower, and Bro. Maize, third Queens, making *‘QU” solid, with Bro. Willis on first and Bro. Crotty on second. J. W. O'Loughlin, our genial and popular tower inspector, while helping in the flooded dis- tricts in Ohio, was relieved by Bro. Donovan. It is now Bro. L. E. Brunell, agent at St. Albans. Bro. A. P. Sindcrhauf, first Springfield Jet., is off sick. We hope for a speedy recovery and his return to work, we miss him on the wire. Our genial and popular secretary and treasurer, Bro. L. Meringer, has resumed duty at Winfield Jet. after quite a while in the sick chamber. We are all glad to see him out again. The new “J” tower is being operated success- fully with Bro. E. F. Webb, first Sheet; Mr. Cornell, second, and Bro. Clawson third. Bros. Fox and Eastwood are on first machine, Bro. Jones and Mr. Buckby on second and Bro. Gaf- ney and Mr. Wachter on third. Bro. A. A. Leonard recently spent a few days in Boston in the interest of this division. Bro. F. H. Surine is acquiring a reputation as an egg expert. Fred can tell you the stock of the chicken by candling the egg. Bro. E. W. Nicholson and bride have returned from their honeymoon in the South. Congratu- lations. Cert. 16. C. E. Maxwell, Delegate Div. No. 31. CARD OF THANKS. I wish to thank the members of Division No. 44 for the sympathy expressed upon the death of my father. L. Meringer, Cert. 156. Digitized by Google A 1

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790 The Railroad Telegrapher. CARD OF THANKS. I desire to convey to the members of Division No. 44, O. R. T.t my sincere thanks for the sympathy shown at the death of my daughter. M. Reiser, Cert. 177, Div. 44. H. J. Moiiler, Delegate Div. No. 31. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 89. Your correspondent was unable to attend both meetings in March, therefore no write-up. The general committee being unable to come to an agreement with Mr. Bardo, appealed to Mr. Mellen. The N. E. Congress of agents, towermen and telegraphers, under the auspices of the O. R. T., held its second congress at the hospitable Quincy House, in Boston, on March 12th. Bro. Ross, acting as chairman, called the assembly together at 10:15 a. m., an^ being chosen permanent chair- man, appointed three secretaries and two mar- shals. A message of regret from Bro. Quick was read, who was unable to be present. President Perham addressed us briefly, express- ing surprise at seeing so many brothers present at the morning meeting. He held that it was a good omen and hoped we would derive some per- manent benefit from such noble efforts. Resolutions were presented, in writing, of vital importance to the rank and file of the Order, showing a spirit of progressiveness which appeared radical to some, yet proved to be in keeping with the times, when ably discussed by our president. Every one present was given a chance to speak on the several subjects, and the discussion lasted long past the noon hour. President Perham was called upon again to address the congress, and in a thirty-minute talk advised us to organise ! organize!! organise! !! and keep everlastingly at it. Organize is the watchword of progressiveness. It is impossible to make rapid progress, and is usually necessary to follow along the lines of the boy at school in elementary studies before we can grasp the higher order of things. The O. R. T., although just coming of age, has made rapid progress and has steadily gained a foothold, until today it is no mere factor cater- ing to the welfare of the industrial worker. VVe must organize and array ourselves against those who are organized to keep us in perpetual want. We wish to share some of that prosperity which at the present time is fattening the pocketbook of the capitalist. We demand a fair share of the products of our labor, realizing that we are the creators of wealth and should at least have a just division of that wealth, instead of merely a measly, paltry pittance that hardly keeps body and soul together. Presi- dent Perham spoke for thirty minutes. Bro. Leonard, general chairman of the Long Island, also addressed us, and spoke along the lines of organization, and others followed. An adjournment was then taken until the night ses- sion. Bardol, Cor. W. L. Wilmarth, Delegate Div. No. 31. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 156. Several members of our division took part in the proceedings of the N. E. conference at the Quincy House on March 12th. Bro. Cosgrove, while off sick, was relieved by Bro. J. J. Murphy. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 791 Bro. Dansereau, who was on the sick list two weeks, was relieved by Bro. Doherty, and later relieved Bro. Tuttle five days. He also relieved Local Chairman Barringer a few days. F. O. Mott, Delegate Div. No. 31. Our schedule committee, Bros. Buxton, Lucas and Barringer, met recently and went over the schedule previously presented to the company officials, and later met the division superintendent on two different occasions. An early and satis- factory agreement is hoped for. Bro. Otis had a week’s vacation in New Hamp- shire, relieved by Bro. Daley. Recent assignments are: Bro. Otis to third Park St, Cambridge Subway, vice Mr. Luther resigned; Bro. Doherty to split trick at tower “A,” and the late platform at Dudley St. to Bro. Wardrobe. At our daylight meeting, on April 1st, three new members were admitted, and one of them, Bro. J. E. Otis, was initiated. Our worthy chief, Bro. Griffin, our delegate to the Baltimore Convention, will take a vacation when the convention closes. Div. Cor. Grand Trunk Pacific Ry. Lake Superior Division, First and Second Dis- tricts— Bro. Marshall is at Franscona nights, and Bro. Fitzgerald days. Bro. Poulin, at Vivian, is our mighty hunter. J. A. Duncan, at Dott, claims to have a card, but it seems to be only one of the kind seen on box cars. Bro. Graham always has a glad hand for the brothers who come his way. Bro. Vandome is the old-reliable at Jones. Bro. “JR,” at Hudson, can hold the kid and copy an order all at the same time. We have the lowest schedule west of the lakes. There will soon be more night men on this line. Let’s all get busy and line-up the nons. Cert. 1257. Districts Nos. Five and Six — It is a little difficult to get the news on these districts without assistance, and any items you can furnish from your locality will be appreciated. I am very much pleased with the assistance given me by some of the boys on the west end, and hope that some of the good brothers on the east end will stir up some items and send them to me each month. Every one be on the lookout for the latest news. There is no reason why the G. T. P. can not have as good a write-up as some of the other roads. Bro. Patterson, of Chauvin, has resigned the chair for Districts 5 and 6, and the vacancy has been filled by Bro. Mitchell, of Scott. We hope that very few of the boys will join in the big exodus of home seekers for parts un- known, as the eclipse the other night is a sure sign that we will not have to wait many moons for a new schedule with that $75 per. Every cloud has a silver lining, and every eclipse brings fresh laurels. F. E. Samuel, Delegate Div. No. 31. Bro. Mitchel, of Scott, was called into Winni- peg again recently, to boost for the $75 per; re- lieved by Bro. Le Gal la is, of Unity, but one of the companies arbitrators was taken ill and ne* gotiations postponed until April 25th. Digitized by Google

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792 The Railroad Telegrapher. One of our brothers at Unity was laid up with the mumps a few days recently. Bro. Sinclair, Tofield days, has gone East, relieved by Bro. Foley, from Unity nights. J. E. Lewis, Delegate Div. No. 31. Bro. X. P., from Wainwright, was relieving in "D” office a few days, leaving "GN” vacant. Bro. Armstrong, of Wainwright, is making a strong bid for Heath, when that office is opened. It will be very pleasant on a fine summer’s eve to take a sail on Lake Lundy. Mr. Mullqueen, Unity nights, is expecting his wife from N. Scituate, Mass., to arrive soon. We hope she will like the West. Bro. Hill, agent Unity, hopes to soon be able to spend the evenings on the homestead. Bro. McPherson, Tofield nights, has decided to try his luck at pulling pins. We are sorry to have him leave us. Bro. Simmons, Landis nights, relieved him. Bro. McKibbon has gone to his homestead. Bro. Sinclair thinks he can make money in pearls, if Beaver Lake don’t go dry. Bro. Foley has gone with the C. P. at Ebor, Man. Mr. Butze, Unity days, relieved Agent Zum- bro for a few days. New Norway is closed, Bro. Storey going to Young nights. Agent New Norway appointed Agent at Minor. Bro. Peacock attended the hospital ball at Unity. Bro. Anderson spends the week-end at Dunn occasionally. Carr, z 186. Wabash R. R. Moberly Division — Brothers, I wish to thank you for favoring me with your vote for local chairman of this division, and will do all in my power to make affairs as pleasant as possible. I hope you will assist me in every way you can. Ask me for any informa- tion you desire. I am at your service at all times. Let us co-operate together in getting in the nons, brothers, the greatest stumbling block to our organization. Write me for application blanks, get after the non next to you and bring him in. If you do not succeed drop me a note and I will see what I can do. / I have had several complaints from our broth* ers about not getting the jobs they bid on. In the future I wish you would make three copies of your application for the jobs on bulletin. Send the original to the superintendent or chief dis- patcher, one to me and retain one for your record. I will check them up with the seniority list and see who gets the jobs. Gather all the news you can and send to our correspondent. Have a piece of clip or a small note book handy and when you hear of a change or something of interest put it down, so when the time comes you can remember it. Morft Williams, Delegate Div. No. 31. Bro. A. C. Lampe, at Brunswick, has been ap- pointed correspondent of this division. Send your items to him, not later than the 15th, so he can arrange and forward them in time for publication in the next month’s journal. The brothers and Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 793 fellow telegraphers should all take an active part in sending him the news. I want to thank the members of No. a for electing me a delegate to the Grand convention at Baltimore, Md., and if a * jpif t- * X0P * ■ . ? F . N. S. Morgan, Delegate Div. No. 31. trust that I may be able to do my part towards bettering the organisation. With best wishes, I remain, Yours fraternally, E. P. Marion, Local Chairman. Moberly Division Notes — Brothers, there is news I never hear of. Every time you hear of a change, make a note of it ^nd mail it to me by the 15th of each month. It is mighty nice to pick up the journal and see where your brothers and pals are work- ing. We have a local chairman now for the west end and one for the east end. Let us get lined-up. We are going to have a meeting in the near future. Mr. Cotter says he hasn’t forgotten us. That sounds good* boys. We will have a new schedule soon. The Wabash ranks first in business out of St. Louis for the West, and it can move it after it gets it. Some of the agents who don’t belong to the Order want 10 per cent for ticket sales and have the telegraphers sell the tickets, handle the express for them and they get the 10 per cent commission, while we do all the work. Then they complain about the schedule, instead of com- ing into the Order and helping us to get a better one. The picture in the February journal, “Pigs will be pigs," fits them exactly. We will have a schedule one of these days that will regulate the handling of express, parcel post, etc., but it takes time to get these things, and the way. to hurry it up is for everybody to come in and make our organization solid. Bro. Endicott, while off a few days, was re- lieved by Bro. Marion, and he on second Dalton, Mo., by Bro. Broadhurst, relieved on third by Bro. Robinson, extra. Bro. Oney bid in Wilcox, vice Bro. W. P. Marion, who relieved Bro. W. E. Cox, Block No. 1, on the sick list. Bro. Camden, of Orrick, worked a few days as agent at Jacksonville, Mo. Bro. Robinson visiting in Dalton a few days, relieved by Bro. McVeigh on third Clark. Bro. Bush bid in third Keytesville; Mr. Moti- gui, second Huntsville, bid in third Malvern, and Bro. Wells bid in second Malvern. t Main Line, East End — Bro. W. C. White, first Luther, took a month’s vacation, relieved by Bittiker, and he on second by C. C. Powell an old-time Wabash man. Hampton, first Centralia, off a few days, upas relieved by Bro. Lampe, of Brunswick. The recent wreck near Ferguson, caused by a land slide turning over the engine and killing Fireman Butts, brought all the passenger traffic through Luther, making the boys step around pretty lively during that time. Wm. Wood, Jr., Alternate Div. No. 31. Hi Line — Bro. L. K. Wells bid in second Malvern, re- lieved on third there, on bid, by S. V. Montague, of Huntsville second. Digitized by v^ooQle

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794 The Railroad Telegrapher. Main Lina West End— Mr. Collins' wife, of Brunswick, who was treated at Moberly for appendicitis, we are glad to learn is very much better. Mr. Collins was \ I hope you will continue to render the same faithful service to the O. R. T. through your newly elected Local Chairman Bro. Nash. Yours fraternally, J. R. H ETHER. C. S. Farrah, Alternate Div. No. 31. relieved several days during his wife’s illness by Bro. Lanipe, who later relieved Mr. Hofman, while visiting in St. Louis. Remember our motto: “No cards, no favors.’’ Every new member says: “I wish I had joined the O. R. T. a long time ago.” If those who don’t belong could hear our grand secretary and treas- urer explain the O. R. T. religion, they would all belong. We hope it will not be very long until we can say we are 100 per cent solid. “B,” Cert. 1815. All Telegraphers Decatur Division: I have just received notice from Bro. R. J. McElhinney, Secretary No. 2, of the election of Bro. O. C. Nash, Carpenter, III., as local chair- man of the Decatur Division for the ensuing two years. I take this opportunity to thank those of you who have rendered such noble service during the six years that I have tried to serve you in the capacity of local chairman. Whatever relief comes must come from the workers themselves, for in the final analysis it depends largely on the rank and file to make an organization what it should be. You may have men of great ability at the head of your organization, but if they do not have the support and co-operation of the membership they will accomplish but little. Decatur Division — Bro. R. H. Brickey went to second Essex tower, relieved on second Wing by Bro. J. R. Watts of third, and he by N. A. Watts from Honey Bend. Several agents are laying off now, and more are waiting to be relieved. Bro. Kurtz, agent Manhattan, is going to catch all the big fish in the Kankakee River, at Custer Park, during his vacation. Nelson went to Chicago Ridge as agent, re- lieved on second Ashburn by Bro. Moore from Orland. Mr. Huffman, third Campus, is on sec- ond there now. It is now Bro. E. E. Vesper, third North Ritchie. t Bro. Clark, Duncan, has returned to the Wa- bash, after spending a year in the North and West. We are glad to have him back. We are expecting our new local chairman, Bro. Nash, to go over the north end before long. Bro. Toohey is now with the U. P. in Wyoming. E. E. Stevenson is on first Forrest pending bulletin, Bro. W. L. Fleming on second and Bro. H. R. Turner on third. Understand Forrest is to be made a division point May 1st, which will make more work for the boys at “AH.” G. L. McConaha, Alternate Div. No. 31. Bro. Davis, from Lotus, bid in second Forrest. Haven’t received a word from the south or east end this month, some of you boys please help us out. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 795 Many thanks to F. N. and F. at Forrest for their assistance in this write-up. Come again next month. Yours fraternally, R. Veecii, Cert. 1613. M he Dean Trueblood, Alternate Div. No. 31. While the line between Lafayette and Ft. Wayne was out of commission, owing to high water, traffic was detoured via Chicago and the Detroit division. The 13th district had 750 feet of track swept away between Poag and Edwards- ville Jet., and we detoured over the “Big Four” from Granite City to Litchfield for three days. The Wabash, however, was the first to fully re- :over from the effects of the flood, and conse- juently reaped the benefits from increased travel. V. D. Hill, formerly on first Granite City, is ow with the Terminal, at Merchants Bridge. '. E. Me N abb, who succeeded him, later resigned id went to Minneapolis. Bro. Overholt, from e Springhcld Division, is now on first Granite ty. Telephones were not an entire success during ? late inclement weather, and we reverted to the le-honored telegraph several times, which iwed we had not forgotten “telegraft** times. V telegrapher, who claimed to be from Tie Sid- , Wyo., on the U. P., sent to Edwardsville , later cleared the semaphores, locked up and ced.” p-to-date brothers can secure employment on division. C. B. Davidson, chief dispatcher, ltur. 111., is the employing officer. Div. Cor. Springfield Division — I wish to convey my thanks to the members for electing me local chairman, also delegate to the Baltimore Convention, and until I can per- sonally thank you, kindly accept these lines of appreciation. Local chairmen can not do very much without the help of the boys on their re- spective divisions, therefore keep me in touch with the changes in your vicinity. Get after the nons and*send to me for application blanks when- ever you need them. Whenever you have a grievance, don’t be afraid to take the matter up, and if you can not settle it, give it to me and I will do all in my power to right things. I be- lieve with these little helps from you, and by serving you to the best of my ability, I can make a success as your lotal , chairman. We have not been able to get a definite date with the general superintendent yet. Owing to the high water at Valley City, he has been down there for three weeks, and has been unable to give us any attention. He has promised to meet us early in May. I hope that we will soon have matters all settled up satisfactorily. We held an enjoyable meeting at Dawson, April 13th. Bros. Klinefelter, Barry, Driscoll, Ritchie. Flint, Bales, Adams and myself, also Telegraphers J. W. Omer and W. R. Constant were present. Boys, wherever convenient to do so, get together, have meetings and stir up some interest. Asa Simpson, Alternate Div. No. 31. J. W. Bass relieved Mr. Keemle, third Dawson, resigned. He also relieved Bro. Tolle, second Baylis, while off with the mumps. Bass was re- lieved by W. K. Constant, agent at Dawson, some years ago. Glad to have him back writh us. Digitized by Googl

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796 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ryan, second Curran, off a few days, was re- lieved by Mr. McConnell, from the C. B. & Q., who also relieved Bro. Garvey, second Jackson- ville, several days. U. E. Barker, Alternate Div. No. 31. Agent Mills, East Hannibal, while attending court, was relieved by Bro. Carrell, from Kinder- hook. Agent Quigley, Valley City, off a few days on account of the death of his sister, was relieved by Bro. Frederick, of second there, and he by Extra Bass. We extend Mr. Quigley our sym- pathy. Bro. Driscoll, agent Griggsville, off a few days hunting, was relieved by Bro. Stead, from third Valley City, relieved by Mr. Kingery, a new man. During the high water three tricks were opened at Naples, Agent Mappin on first, Guy Herod on second, Earl Stanberry on third; also put on three tricks at Meredosia, Bro. Hughett on first, Bro. Allen on second and Bro. Lipcamon and Mr. Spencer on third. Bro. Driscoll, agent Niantic, off attending court, was relieved by Bro. Allen, of Meredosia. Don’t forget, boys, to help me land new mem- bers and make this the best division on the Wabash, also send me all the news you can for The Teleg- rapher, so I can get them started to St. Louis by the 20th of each month. Thanks to the ones helping with these items. Come again. Tom Beatty, former agent at Lanesville, was drowned at Valley City while fishing, his boat striking a barbed wire fence and capsizing. Bro. Geo. East, second Barry, was a recent For- rest visitor. L. W. Abbott, Cert. 748. Detroit Division , West End — On account of floods the main line trains were run over this division, greatly increasing the work. Two sets of dispatchers were put on, one to handle trains from Chicago to North Liberty, and the other from North Liberty to Montpelier. The two men put on were Mr. Martin, from mid-* night until 8 a. m., and Mr. Badeau, from 8 a. m. until 4 p. m. Mr. Lowe was on from 4 p. m. until midnight. Martin worked here several years ago. These men say they get excellent service from the telegraphers along the road, still all the good jobs are being filled by outsiders. Bro. Siebert, Montpelier, who was operated on for appendicitis at the Peru County Hospital, we are glad to hear is getting along fine. He is being relieved by Bro. Amey. Bro. Teeters, third Montpelier, while visiting in Southern Michi- gan and at his home in Ashley, was relieved by Bro. Brenan, who later relieved Bro. Vorte, sec- ond Gary, off on account of sickness. Bro. E. M. King, third Edon, has purchased a moving picture show there. The gravel pit at Wolcottville has opened for the summer. Bro. Eshelman went to “WK,” when No. 5 was derailed at Wolcottville gravel pit, April 7th. A broken rail putting the whole train in the ditch, instantly killing Engineer Rube Mullen and in- juring Fireman Stull and baggageman. E. F. Bacon, Alternate Div. No. 31. Bro. Floyd Stage, agent Benton, was relieved two days by Bro. Hale, a new man, who also car* ries a C. T. U of A. card. The new coal dock at Benton is now in use. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 797 Bro. Arney, third Westvillc, now at Montpelier, bid in Wakarusa second, vice Schade from I. M. S. Bro. Mann, third North Liberty, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. Hale pending bulletin. M. T. Fullington, Delegate Div. No. 32. Woodward and Westville third, and Gary first are open. A law has been passed in Indiana requiring railroads to pay employes twice a month. The Wabash started to do this in April. What we want now is the same size check twice a month that we have been getting once a month. The Wabash needs telegraphers very badly. “There’s a reason,” to quote *from no friend of ours. Some of our telegraphers should cut out the extravagant clothes and get a card with the money saved. Living a “porter-house” life on a “soup bone” salary does not tend to increase the pay check. General Chairman Wood called at Montpelier recently on his way to St. Louis, when the com- mittee was in session there. Bro. Demango, third Magee, lost a day’s sleep and is still very nervous over the last April fool joke. Bro. Arney can give you the particulars. Watch your car reports in the morning, boys. Five minutes calling means a couple of hours’ delay, and the brothers in Montpelier are already overworked, help them as much as you can. Some of the railroads threaten to discontinue giving passes to employes if they have to raise their wages — another reason we should all carry a card. Thanks to those who sent me notes. * A. W. B. Mobile & Ohio R. R. St. Louu Division — The following positions closed until the high water receded and main line was cleared: Sec- ond and third at Columbus, Shannon and Tren- ton; first, second and third at Clamore; first and second at Henderson, and Rienzi second. Bro. Taylor, third Trenton, displaced Mr. Hindsman, third Baldwyn; Bro. Murdough dis- placed Bro. Meeks, first Perry; Sam Jones, sec- ond Henderson, went to third Bethel, and Bro. Ellis, from Perry, went to first Henderson. On bulletin: First Jackson and third Clamore. We were all glad to see Bro. Brook promoted to extra train dispatcher. He was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Armstrong, first Perry, and he by Bro. Meeks extra. G. H. Lawhorn, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Rodgers, and Sam Jones, while visiting at home, by Mr. Guthrie, who also relieved Bro. Overall, while off playing ball in Jackson. Bro. Overall was also off several days, owing to sick- ness in his family. G. E. Lester, thiyd Clamore, relieved by Bro. M. Alvis. One more non gone. The high water may delay our contract & few days, but we hope not very long. Notes from the North District were not re- ceived in time for publication. Div. Coe. C. C. Larson, Delegate Div. No. 32. Chicago & Alton R. R. All Members C. & A. — The members » of the general committee desire to thank you for your unanimous endoresment of our work, as evident in our re-election to the positions of local chairmen without opposition. Digitized by v^ooQle

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798 The Railroad Telegrapher. Wc will continue to represent you to the ]>est of our ability. In the past year, with your co- operation, we have been able to make much • progress, and our membership increased from about 45 to 90 per cent. If you will continue F. G. Casey, Delegate Div. No. 32. to co-operate with us in the ensuing year as you have the past, in twelve months more all the desirable nons wi'l all be in the fold, which will place your committee in a position to ask the officials for the same rights and privileges that our neighbors on competing lines are now en- joying. Those of you working at stations where there is a non should use every effort to line him up. Give your local chairman his name and address, so that he may have an opportunity to approach him with a view of securing his appli- cation. We have arranged to hold a series of general meetings in June, September and December, at Bloomington, dates to be announced by the sec- retary, for the purpose of getting acquainted and to discuss matters of interest to the craft and the company. Our officials have all been given stand- ing invitations to attend any or all of these meetings, and it is hoped they will do so, and give us talks on the good of the service. Any suggestions they make will be gladly received. It is our desire to promote the welfare of the company as well as our own, and we trust you will make every effort to attend these meetings. Our meetings in the past have been well attended, but not as largely as they should have been. There are a number who can not travel so far, but there are some who could attend that have not done so. At our next meeting in June, busi- ness of importance will be transacted, and we hope to have a large attendance. Come and get acquainted with your neighbor and find out what a fine fellow he is. Another thing we want to bring your attention to, is furnishing items to our’ general correspond- ent. It is impossible for him to have a monthly letter in The Telegrapher if you do not do your part. The local chairman on each division will act as assistant to the general correspondent. Whenever there is a change at your station or anything of interest, drop your local chairman a line and he will mail it to the general corre- spondent. Let us all put our shoulders to the wheel and push, and see what we can accomplish in the next year. Yours fraternally, E. E. Gentz, General Chairman. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Sts., beginning at 1 p. m. All members of The Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixky, Asst. Loc. Chairman, Galesburg Div. of Div. 130. Upon Bro. Gentz’s request I hav« withdrawn my resignation as general correspondent. I feel that I can not decline, if I can be of assistance J. D. Potter, Delegate Div. No. 3a. to the organization, as my resignation was ten- dered owing to my numerous other duties that re- quired my time and attention. I ask your hearty co-operation and assistance for the good of the cause and the Order. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 799 If the local chairman on each division will recommend several good brothers to appoint as division correspondents and assistants, I will ap- preciate the favor, as I desire to have a good write-ap each month. Harry Fellows, Delegate Div. No. 32. The general meeting of the system was held at Bloomington, on March 22d, with Chairman Gentz, Secretary Majors, Doorkeeper Riley, also Bros. De Weese, Baker, Wright, Lakin, McGee, Deaton, Cook, Endsley, Parent and LaSalle in attendance. Numerous talks were made and a paper by Bro. Hendricks, of Carrollton, was read by the secre- tary, as he was unable to attend. We hope for a larger attendance in the future. Particulars regarding Southern Division joint meeting with the Burlington brothers at White Hall will appear in the nepct issue. E. R. Hendricks, Carrollton, 111. Northern Division — Every one in “GO,” Chicago office, is wearing a broad smile these days, on account of the new office. The general office was moved on March 24th to the transportation building, and the Alton now has the finest telegraph office in the city of Chicago. The only thing that mars its beauty is the fact that “SC” and “ED” do not possess up-to-date cards. Only five nons left in the vari- ous offices in Chicago, speaks well for the organization, but we desire to see all the Chicago telegraphers carrying up-to-dates. Mr. Stice, Halsted St., off ten days, owing to the death of his aunt at Cleveland. Ohio, was re- lieved by Bro. Duncan, and he on second by Bro. Selby, from the C. B. & Q. Bro. Mooney, third Brighton Park, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Anthony from Jack- sonville. Ex-Professor and Wire Chief Kinder is now wire chief at “CH," Chicago. Plenty of title but no card. Mr. Smith, formerly of “B,” Blooming- ton, now working at LaSalle St. station. We quoted Mr. Hildreth, of Brighton Park, as a brother in a recent issue. This was an error, but it is hoped he will soon carry that title. Bro. M. W. Cresse, agent Elwood, off six weeks on account of sickness, is back again, Bro. Salz- man, his relief, going to Shirley. Bro. C. E. Simpson, agent Washburn, is back after two weeks’ vacation; relieved by Bro. Roberts. Bro. K. C. Clark, agent Braceville, handed a box of cigars to baggageman on No. 70 to dis- tribute among the boys along the line; the wrap per says, “I’m papa now.” The results of the meeting called for April 19th, at Joliet, will be published later. Bro. De Weese, Odell, has resigned to engage with the Board of Trade there. We lose a good brother, and his employer secures a capable man. Good luck De Weese. Div. Cor. H. E. Stone, Delegate Div. No. 3a. Southern Division — Bros. Bowen, Peterson and Duncan feel highly elated over their new office. Mr. Chamhers has returned to “B.“ Blooming to Digitized by v^ooQle

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800 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Cooke, third wire chief, recently spent several days in Springfield. J. S. Whitson relieved M. K. Duling on third Nil wood, who returned to third Plainview. R. G. Watkins, Delegate Div. No. 32. Mr. Adduddell relieved Mr. Brooks on third Auburn. Bro. Locker’s good wife, at Girard, has been seriously ill with pneumonia. We hope for her speedy recovery. Messrs. Jacobs and Clendenen, second and third Carlinville, are still waiting lor next pay day. Riagdly closed as a telegraph office, the business being handled by the yard master over the phone. Wonder how many hours he is working in excess of the federal law? San Jose is now solid, the first time in five years. W. L. Lanford, P. & N. Jet., should not delay getting that card any longer. Bro. Lawton, Delavan, off several days with the “mumps,” was relieved by Mr. Hoots. Bro. Salzman bid in Middletown agency, re- lieving Bro. Endicott, resigned. Div. Cor. Chicago, Peoria A St. Louis Ry. For years, while other lines have been moving forward at great strides, the old C. P. & St. L. has remained stationary, apparently indifferent to the great changes being wrought in wage and working conditions by neighboring lines, and of the amazing increase of living expenses; in fact, like some old-time craft, unable to keep abreast of the great tidal wave of advancement. But at last, as a reward of the untiring efforts of some of our “Old Dynamiters” and the executive staff of the O. R. T., the tiny flame of organization has been fanned into an all-con- suming blaze enveloping the entire system, and today the old C. P. & St. L. stands out zoo per cent strong, ready to battle for the rights of her telegraphers. Organization was accomplished by Bro. J. J. Dunn, who showed unusual ability, securing a 95 per cent representation and about a 90 per cent membership. Work, since organization, has progressed in a most commendable manner, several new members having been added to our ranks, and an excel- lent schedule formulated and presented to the management for ratification. The general com- mittee are now awaiting an appointment with the management. Some few of our boys seem to be a little restless and think that too much time has been consumed, and to those brothers I wish to say that matters of this nature require time to adjust. It only remains for every brother to stand by the committee and assist in maintaining our present strength by camping relentlessly on the trail of every non. The committee desires to express, through The Telegrapher, their appreciation of the loyalty and many considerations accorded them by our boys, and hope that as a reward our present conditions will soon be replaced by much more desirable P. M. Gamble, Delegate Div. No. 3a. ones, and also to thank Bro. Quick for the valu- able service rendered them, and the employes of his office in general for the many courtesies and considerations accorded them while in St. Louis. C. C. Clotfelter, Gen. Chairman. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 801 NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June i, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, comer Fulton and Adams Sts., beginning at 1 p. ra. Bro. Patterson, local chairman and member of the general committee, at Forest City, is our dele* gate to Baltimore, and Bro. Eckerd, at Topeka, is our general correspondent. Mr. Fletcher is the new agent at Bath. He relieved Mr. Davis, who relieved Bro. E. R. Blake when he went to Little Indian. Bro. Peterson, agent Jacksonville, has been in bed for several weeks with a severe case of mumps, and Bro. Underwood is attending to the double duty of agent and cashier. Bro. Gaines, agent Virginia, while suffering with an attack of rheumatism, was relieved by Bro. Underbrink, of Literberry, and he by Lena, his wife. Boys, send in a few notes, so we can have a good write-up every month. E. C. E., Div. Cor. Springfield and East St. Louis Division — Bro. Hanes was succeeded at Fidelity agency by Mr. Fields from Kilbourne. Bro. W. Weeks, from Manito, succeeds Mr. Chalk as freight agent at Alton. The rumor that Sister Bud worth, second Alton, had resigned to accept household duties has not been confirmed. C. C. Lindsky, Alternate Div. No. 32. All members of The Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. Loc. Chairman, Galesburg Div. of Div. 130. Peoria to Jacksonville Division — We have only three nons left now, boys. Per- haps their sins are '*3103 of omission instead of commission," for it’s hard to believe that we have, among us, three men small enough to let us pay their way and fight for their rights, and have them reap the benefit of our labors without doing their part. Therefore, we desire every brother to become a committee of one to see those who are holding out, waiting to see what the com- mittee is going to accomplish before they line-up. We need them now. Their added strength will be a great help in securing a good wage schedule and favorable working conditions. It is not a good plan to publish their names. Those who will help to line them up can secure a list from their local chairman or the general correspondent. Bro. Riordan, Pekin first, is a great booster for the cause. Mr. Rudolph, on second, has had bad luck, but will come in shortly, and Bro. New- kirk, on third, is a sticker. Bro. Draper, agent Manito, is an enthusiastic member, who recently came to this division from Dow; Bro. Sparks, on second, is the youngest telegrapher on the road, and Bro. Durham, on third, is a new man from the C. & A. Oscar Ksith, Alternate Div. No. 32. Bro. Porter was relieved on third Alton by Miss H. A. Brewer, and she on Jerseyville days by Bro. Ed. Schlitch. O. L. Blackburn, from the bridge gang, is now on Lock Haven second. Digitized by Google

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802 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Draper succeeds Bro. Weeks at Manito agency, and he at Dow agency by Bro. Hanes, agent Fidelity, succeeded by Mr. Knapp, who later resigned. S. R. Upshaw, Alternate Div. No. 3a. Bio. Patterson, from Cantrall, is acting agent at Loami, pending regular assignment. C. E. Mackeldon, cashier Madison, visited rela- tives in Jerseyville recently. Every member should make an effort to line-up the few nons left on this division. Our general committee is now waiting for the management to appoint a date for a meeting. Cert. 2068. Havana to Springfield Division — We are now 98 per cent solid. Our general committee have prepared a schedule which the officials are now considering, and we expect will go into effect shortly. The electric block at Petersburg and Hill Top has been out of service for some time on account of laying new steel. A new sand company is installing modern ma- chinery on the site of the former Sanganio Sand & Material Co., south of Petersburg. Bro. Gardner and wife have been visiting his parents at Atterbury recently. Those who are not receiving their copy of The Telegrapher promptly should advise the general chairman. He will ascertain what causes the de- lays and have the matter remedied. R. 5., Cert. 2115. C.f St. P., M. & O. R. R. Minnesota and Iowa Division — Bro. F. H. Spatgen is relieving Bro. A. M. Johnson, third Worthington, on a 90-day leave, relieved at Merriam by T. A. Ross, son of Di*- patcher Ross of St. James. The third man from Madelia was sent to Seney, owing to sickness there. Bro. O. Reistad has been transferred from Shakopee to Bingham- Lake. Bro. A. R. Mann has returned from the side wire at St. James to his position on third Man- kato; Bro. E. T. Brady relieving O. L. Conklin. Merriam, resigned. Bro. A. F. Riedmiller is at Pipestone pending bulletin. Bro. C. J. Beard relieved A. M. Rose on third Blue Earth. Bro. W. P. Bross, from the C. & N. W., is at Mitchell pending bulletin. C. W. Hartley transferred to firpt Cliff, Bro. W. F. Walker going on third. Bro. V. A. Frantz, from the C. & N. W., is at Stone nights; Bro. A. M. Sundetf at Grogan agency; Bro. J. J. Morarity, a new member, at Heron Lake nights, and Bro. A. M. Shreve at Ashton nights. J. T. Couglin is now with the C. & N. W. at “UD Su City. L. A. Schooler, Alternate Div. No. 32. Bro. J. F. Jansen, of Madelia, spent an evening with General Secretary and Treasurer Tenney at Mankato; Agent C. M. Bowen, of Lake Crystal, was also a Mankato caller between trains on April 12th. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 803 Bro. H. L. Glick, the “shirt-man,” is with the Western Union at St. Paul. Mrs. Shonka, wife of Bro. J. H. Shonka, of Minneopa, who successfully underwent an opera- Cuas. W. Webdbin, Alternate Div. No. 3 2. tion at one of the Mankato hospitals for appendi- citis on April 8thf we are pleased to report is doing nicely. Bro. C. T. Shier, of Westbrook, is on a pro- tracted vacation; relieved by Bro. W. J. Jarman. Referring again to the “Safety First” meeting, noted in last month's items, we hope that the boys will make their recommendations to their committeeman in order that they can be properly brought before the Safety First Commit* ee at its monthly meetings. Your local chairman wilt represent you on this committee until July 30th, when another telegrapher will be elected for one year from that date. It is desired that these representatives be selected first from one end of the division and the next time from the other end. In this manner perfect representation can be given. If you have arfy suggestion to make, to be brought before this committee, kindly address it to your representative or to the chairman of the Safety First Committee, St. James. Those who will attend the convention at Balti- more will be Bro. and Mrs. Liddane, Bro. and Mrs. James Mathews, Bro. and Mrs. D. O. Ten- ney and alternate Bro. and Mrs. E. J. Stanton, of Rusk, Wis. They meet at Chicago and go on to Baltimore together, via the B. & O., returning via New York City and Buffalo via the Lehigh Valley, taking in Niagara Falls thence to Chi- cago via the Nickel Plate. The long-drawn out session of the C. & N. W. brothers at Chicago will no doubt soon come to a close, and our committee may go in before the convention, if not shortly afterwards. Only a very few of the boys are delinquent. There are a few who have placed themselves in a position, should they be taken away by death, that their beneficiaries could not obtain a cent of their insurance, and also divorcing your com- mittee from the benefit that your influence would otherwise lend it, in fact weakening their argu- ments and eventually throwing the responsibility and financial end of the negotiations onto your brother worker. You should be as much inter- ested in the negotiations as any one else, and be ready and willing to stand your share of the expense and at the same time protect your insur- ance for your loved ones. This has possibly unintentionally slipped your mind, and now that it is brought to your notice, take immediate steps to correct it by remitting your dues at once. We should thank God that we were not un- fortunately located in the districts where the recent tornado and floods raged with such fury, and sympathize with those unfortunate beings who so suddenly lost everything dear to them in this world. One not a personal witness of this ter- rible havoc and destitution can little jud^ of conditions that really exist in the beautiful city of Omaha, or in the districts covered by water through the States of Indiana, Illinois, and pos- sibly other States, where thousands are left home- less in addition to the awful loss of life. Cert. 2. C. M. Hughes, Alternate Div. No. 32. Eastern Division — Bro. Norby is back again, after a few days on Hazel Park third; he relieved Mr. Gormley on third Sheppard, who was West on his claim. Digitized by Google

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804 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. £. O. Allen, of Augusta, was called home early in March on account of the sickness of his mother, who later died and was buried at Black River Falls. Bro. Allen has the sympathy of all H. L. Clelland, Delegate Div. No. 33. his brothers on this division. He was relieved by Bro. Devine. The automatic block caused the closing of first, second and third. Hazel Park; third, Lake Elmo; second and third. Fall Creek, and second Hum- bird. Still when a man wants to lay off there seems to be a shortage of men. The Northern Pacific and Omaha agencies at East Seventh Sts. have consolidated; Bro. R. W. Walhaupter being joint agent for both roads. The new position means an increase of $5 per month as well as the express commission for “Mike.” Mr. Gaffney, agent at Northline, while taking in St. Paul, fell out of the second story window of a hotel, and is how in a hospital there suffer- ing with blood poison in his leg; relieved by Bro. K. D. Phillips, and he on third by Bro. Burger. We are glad to learn that Mr. Gaffney is getting along all right. Bro. Summers, “UN,” Minneapolis, is laying off, owing to ill health. We fervently pray for his speedy recovery and return to duty. The new draw bridge across Lake St. Croix at Hudson has been completed and is now in use. It is of much heavier steel and better con- structed than the old one, to support the large engines and heavy loads that now have to pass over it. The depot at East Seventh St. was broken open and the money drawer rifled on April 16th, but nothing was missing when Bro. Walhaupter came around in the morning. No items received from east of Eau Claire this month. Bro. Erickson, Woodville first, operated on for appendicitis in St Joseph’s Hospital, St Pant early in April, is back home and makes regular trips to St. Paul for treatment. We all sincerely trust that he will soon be himself again. Bro. C. E. Engbretson is relieving him. We are aorry to lose Bro. Andrews, Woodville third, one of our active young members, resigned. Bro. C. W. Lang, Stillwater Jet., second, has returned from taking the baths at Hot Springs, as fit as a fiddle. He was relieved by R. K. Lennie, a new man. Bro. P. O. Wang, Still- water Jet. third, resigned, relieved by W. L- Gray, later relieved A. M. Waldum, and trans- ferred to Sheppard where Assistant Local Chair- man Harpold will see that he becomes a brother in the near future. Brothers, these new men are coming in pretty thick and every effort must be made to line them up, as a mattpr of self-protec- tion to ourselves. Bro. F. F. Frost, agent at Baldwin, wears a happy smile again, as the first trick has been placed back there. He has done the work alone the past few months. The first trick salary there was increased from $52.50 to $60 on the last schedule and the position abolished shortly after. Bro. Selmer Myron has the position now pending bulletin. T. J. Eilbe, Delegate Div. No. 33. Bro. Liddane was requested by Superintendent Nicoles to name one of our number to represent the telegraphers on the safety committee for the Eastern Division. After consulting with several Digitized by Google A fc.

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 805 of the members the name of Bro. Tom Hurst, of Hudson first, was submitted, and he is now our representative on the safety committee. *The work could be in no better hands. VV. J. Currie, Delegate Div. No. 33. Make an effort, brothers, to line-up the few remaining nons on this division. They do not answer correspondence, and our only chance is for the members working near them to line them up. There are no confirmed non-union men among them and we are convinced that a heart- to-heart talk from the brothers who work with them would show them how they are blocking the efforts of the balance of their fellows. Please get busy with A. C. Heideloff, at Lake Elmo; L. J. Corcoran, at Northline; E. F. Anderson, at Roberts; P. R. Anderson, at Woodville;. A. R. Chase, at Knapp, and J. F. Tracey, at Altoona. See i£ you can not land them this month. Div. Cor. Nebraska Division — Bro. L. G. Hallisey has resigned and gone to Clifton, Wyo. It is now Bros. G. W. Smith, second “NX,” and Hamblin, agent at Randolph. Bro. C. A. Whitaker, while in Florida buying land, was relieved by Bro. Smith, who later re- lieved Bro. Pranger, at Wakefield, for thirty days, while taking in the sights in Texas and Florida. We are hoping some of the promises in our sack will soon materialize. Bro. Fox is back at Coburn again, having re- lieved Mr. Schmil. The recent heavy storms put all the wires down north of there, and we were unable to get Su City. Mr. Remmel, Omaha freight house, is reliev- ing Agent Flock sixty days. We understand he is not coming back. While Bro. Owens, at Carroll, was down with grippe, his wife acted as chief clerk and baggage smasher until relieved by Bro. Brunner. We are glad to see Bro. Owens out again. Bro. Brunner went to his assigned position at “MG.” Bro. I. W. Marr, of Florence, has resigned. We dislike to see him go, for it lowers our per- centage when we lose a member. But the nons are gradually coming in. Commencing April ist.the section foremen were given an increase of $2.50, bringing their pay up to $60. We hope the officials will do the same by “usns” when we meet them. We believe the Chicago Northwestern committee should let us at them. Bro. L. C. Clarke, Winside, has resigned to go with the Milwaukee. Brv. L. F. Willis has been transferred to Division 4 from the Milwaukee. We are glad to have him with us. Bro. T. A. Logan, while visiting in Minneapolis, was relieved by F. L. Young, who later relieved J. C. Strode ' resigned. Bro. Johnson was relieved a few days at Bloom- field by Mr. Stevens. Former Bro. W. T. Parchin is now at “NX,” Mr. Sherlock is laying off there. Bro. Brown' bid in Nacora, relieved by Mr. Donahue at Lyons. E. N. Van Atta, Delegate Div. No. 33. Brothers, drop us any news you may know of, such as some one laying off, sick or resigned, it might be that some of the other brothers have not heard of it. Div. Com. e

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806 The Railroad Telegrapher. Kansas City Southern Ry. Northern Division — Changes on the Third District and elsewhere have not been brought to our notice. Bro. Cook, at Stillwell, was the only one who sent me any notes. Bro. Clark, first trick dispatcher at Heavener, is using a bug. His wrist is not yet over the effects of his fall. Bro. C. L. Wolf bid in Heav- ener nights. Bro. Joe Wilson, first For| Smith, off fifteen days, relieved by Bro. R. Story, relieved by Rodgers. Bro. Peterson relieved Bro. Beecroft while at Heavener. pro. Peterson, extra, re- signed. We want to know who are our delegates to the Baltimore Convention, and what is going: on on the north and south ends of this line. Write us some items, then go fishing, you will have better luck. We understand Bro. Dulaney, at Rich Moun- tain, is married. Congratulations. ^ Spiro office force are some politicians: Agent Peters is city trustee, Bro. Brey, councilman, and Cashier White is continually running for Oak • Lodge, but we can not figure out what Bro. Bew- ley is running for. Bro. Cope, third Stilwell, while attending court at Oklahoma City, was relieved by Bro. C. A. Peterson, who later went to De Queen yard extra. Northern District — Birch wood nights discontinued, W. T. Hatch relieving Mr. Whistler, at Winter, resigned. Bro. R. Block, second Rice Lake, was a Haugen visitor, between trains, April ad. J. Yeager, Jr., Delegate Div. No. 33. Bro. A. B. Crowell, from Beldenville, has re- signed and moved his family to Shell Lake. We arc glad to see the “Hungry North” strength- ened by another good member. Bro. Imislund bid in second at Shell Lake, vice B. Bergin, still delinquent. P. I. was held up for the cash drawer on April 16th. He says the guy’s gun was a 356 caliber. Bro. Jacobs, agent Shell Lake, and wife were recently Chicago visitors. Bro. Bill Steiner, who bid in Deer Park, missed being elected road-overseer of Barronett this spring. He is extremely popular there and citi- zens are sorry to lose him. Bro. Patterson, who relieved him, was relieved on second Barronnett by Bro. Hughdahl, of Grand View, Mr. Parent going on third. Dispatcher Blake has resumed his old job as car man at Spooner, Bro. Gaarden going back to Ashland. Cy Johnson has bid in Spooner third. With his increased pay, we now expect him to pay up his back dues. Bro. Crowell is relieving Agent Pay? on at South Range. Bro. Ryan, third Solon Springs, is reported sick. Everybody’s cleaning up for the inspection car now making the rounds. Sure sign of spring. Wish you C. F. and N. boys would send me a few hems. Div. Cor. G. H. McCoy, Delegate Div. No. 33. Bros. Hall and Jerome, of Bunch, were Still- well visitors recently. Bro. E. E. Cook, second Stillwell recently made a short visit to Ft Smith. Digitized by 3y Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 807 Get after the few nons on Third District, also those few between Siloam and De Queen, and line them up, and don't forget to let us have any little items of news you hear of, they are a big help to us. “SY.” C. B. Pierce, Delegate Div. No. 33. Union Pacific R. R. Colorado Division, D. P. — Bro. Lockman was relieved at Erie4 while on the general committee at Omaha, by Relief Agent Wynne, who later relieved Bro. Parcell, agent Merino, now on third there, vice Bro. Veneri, who relieved Mr. Wood, Union second, resigned. Later Bro. Johnson, of Dacona, bid in Merino agency. Bro. Burnett, agent Orchard, on short vacation, relieved by Bro. Seeley, second Merino. Mr. Easter relieved Mr. Rodell on second St. Vrains, resigned. Bro. Jackson, “UD,” Denver, is now with the telephone company there. General Chairman Smith, en route to the D. O. R. T. Club ball in Denver, met several of the boys on the line between trains. He hopes to take in the K. P. from Denver to Kansas City shortly, meeting all the boys on that division. We are all well pleased with our new schedule and with the short time and small expense taken to get it. Let us show our appreciation to the Union Pacific officials by prompt and efficient service. Bro. Wynne is at Merino agency pending arrival of Bro. Johnson from Dacono, bid in by Bro Wooley. Bro. Thompson went to Dacono nendiru hit arrival. Union second on bulletin, vice Bro. Wood, resigned and returned to Arkansas. Bro. Par* cell has also resigned and gone to the D. & R. G. Bro. Myers, of Evans, is on a thirty days' trip to California. Bro. Nye, first Ft. Collins, on sick list, relieved by Mr. Thompson. Bro. Nye goes to Iliff agency, vice Bro. Mar- shall, who relieved him at Ft. Collins. Bro. Cheney, of “CG," Denver, is on vacation, relieved by Bro. Stump; Bro. Spires relieving in “UD." K. P. District — Bro. Roberts, from Sharon Springs, who re- lieved Agent Lummis at Oakley for three weeks' vacation, was relieved by Bro. Shaw, clerk to Chief Dispatcher Blattenburg. Bro. Pexton, agent Collyer, on vacation, was relieved by Student Agent Phillips, from Monu- ment. Bro. Whyde, of Byers, on thirty days* vacation to the coast, was relieved by R. D. Barnhard, Kit Carson third, and he by Helper Anderson, from Wakeeney. The examination car, on the Nebraska Division some time ago, will soon be over this division. Get busy, boys. Let’s all get busy, land the nons and have the K. P. solid. Our delinquent list, December 31, 1912, was the smallest in the past six years. This speaks well for our division. D. J. McGrath, Delegate Div. No. 33. My thanks are due to Bros. Houser and Bailey for assistance in the K. P. write-up, and to Bro. Touhy for D. P. District items. They were the only ones who helped. What is the matter, boys? I can not do it alone. Digitized by Google

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808 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Larson, second Oakley, is being relieved by Mr. Kitcullen; Bro. Roberts on third there. Bro. Pexton is now with the C. B. & Q. east of McCook, Neb. C. E. Hosler, Delegate Div. No. 33. Bro. W. T. Vaughn, from Bonner Springs, to Abilene regular; Bro. Meigs resigned and gone to California. Bro. Cole to Armstrong, relieved at Lincoln Center by Bro. Campbell, from Beverly; Bro. Lacey, Ellsworth, senior applicant, cancelling his application for Lincoln Center. The position pays no commission. Chas. Ebert, a new arrival, bid in Assaria. and Bro. D. Sewell, Wakefield first. There are 167 positions on the division, and there will probably be 165 applicants for the newly created positions on the Tokepa branch, the two exceptions not being content to handle an agency. Kostoria, Grove, Delia, Emmett, Winifred and Lillis will all pay the minimum salary. This leaves four student agencies: Muncie, Bavaria, Codell and Alida; at least three of them should be scheduled positions. Bro. Hughey, Junction City, was off several days attending the meeting of general chairmen and secretary and treasurers at St. Louis. General Chairman Smith being the official pilot. We un- derstand John did very well until he became sepa- rated from Bro. Smith, and when finally located was asking one of the crossing cops, on a down town corner, what the parade was and where it was going. Bro. M. Tucker, a new arrival, relieving at Topeka, Manhattan, Junction City and Milford during the past month. Bro. Alexander, Silver Lake, was off several weeks on account of the death of Mrs. Alexander. Student Agent Houston, relieved Bro. Whyde at Byers, is being relieved at Strasburg agency by the helper from Deer Trail, with Mr. Barnhart on third. I am indebted to Bro. Houser for assistance in the K. P., and to Bros. Thompson and Whit- ney in the D. P. write-ups. L. C. Duenw'eg, Agate, Colo. Kansas Division — We are more nearly solid on this division than ever before. If you know of a non-member, don’t rest until you land him. It’s solid or bust. Probably not one of us out of a hundred un- derstands a switch board, and very few have more than a working knowledge of their instru- ments. It takes very little time, and costs nothing to secure all the information necessary on the subject, and we should take enough interest in the matter to be able to handle wire troubles, always to be expected. Try it once. It will increase your efficiency and may save you an in- teresting seance with the powers. Simply because the man who examined you failed to ask you if you knew the difference between a switch board and the side of the office, is no reason why you should not get acquainted with the board. Bro. H. 1). Johnson, third Topeka, bid in Yocc- mento. Bro. Cantwell, Holmesville, goes back to Irving. E. A. Shaft*!, Delegate Div. No. 33. The remains were taken to Illinois for burial; Bro. Shannon relieving. Bro. Anderson is back at Junction City nights, after a very severe tussle with the measles. Digitized by Google

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I'he Railroad Telegrapher. 809 A number of the boys sent Bro. Hook their dope for the coming convention. Keeping in the game all the time and all tak- ing an interest in the Order is what makes us W. A. Tuck, Alternate Div. No. 33. grow. Remember, you are the Order. It’s worth while to remember that. Solid in May; that's the idea. Now all pull together. Div. Coa. Nebraska Division — The right sort of "spring fever" is in the air. Everybody is inoculating everybody else with the boost spirit this season. The Union Pacific is starting an intelligent campaign and preparing for a big share of the fair business in 1915* and the boys in the station service are going to demon- strate what positive assistance a bunch of boosters in this department can mean to the company. With a management which is inviting co-operation we have an excellent opportunity to demonstrate. The new double track is a novelty yet to the majority in this territory; it will take several years to educate the people how to handle themselves safely at our stations. There have been several deaths where passengers attempted to cross to the opposite side of the tracks for trains and were too slow. This is a matter of life and death, and we should, every one, exercise the utmost care to know when the proper train is coming, and announce it in every case in plenty of time for every one to cross. We had better neglect bag- gage, tickets or the wire itself than to be slow and see some one killed. We are custodians of every passenger who buys a ticket, and as the personal representatives of the company at the station should make it our business to see that they are safely across. It is wrong to say "they should know enough to take care of themselves." Let’s never have it said that neglect on the part of one of us contributed to the death of any one at such a time. Day or night, when we are on duty, let us make human life our first concern. The boys off the branches north of Grand Island, including Bro. Hansen, who is relieving Bro. Cook at Scotia a few days, held a session in the examin- er’s car Sunday, April 13th, and elicited compli- ments from the examiner for their good showing. More recognition of good work upon the part of the men by officials would often lead to a greater incentive for better work. I hope none of the boys on the division fall behind the record of those mentioned above. Kearney third on bulletin, caused by Mr. Manery staying over his leave of absence without notifying the company or asking for extension. Always have an understanding as to just what you want when you lay off. Mr. Tolliver, a new man, is there temporarily. Bro. O. I. Maybury to Cozad telegrapher; Lexington second on bulletin, filled temporarily by Mr. Long, a new man. Bro. C. O. Dohner, at Elm Creek, indefinitely re- lieved by C. R. Helber, expects to undergo an operation, at Omaha, for a complication of troubles. E. E. Hurdle, Alternate Div. No. 33. in the near future, and his friends will follow his case with sincere wishes for speedy recovery. Charlie Coulter, extra Grand Island, has gone into the train service, relieved by Mr. Berry, from the R. I. Digitized by Google

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810 The Railroad Telegrapher. All were pained to leam of the death of the father of Bro. Frank Ritter, killed at Chapman by No. 8, the first of this month. I was not aware of the accident in time to see that the division was J. A. Keebs, Alternate Div. No. 33. represented by my presence or a floral token, but nevertheless our sincere sympathy is extended. The old gentleman was quite well known among railroad men and spent most of his time with Frank at the depot. Being hard of hearing to some extent, it is presumed he did not observe the approach of No. 8, as he had his eye on No. 27 approaching west bound. Your chairman has served his time on the safety committee of the Nebraska Division, and Bro. F. P. Vybiral has been appointed for a period of three months. Every one knows Frank is a live one and will be glad to co-operate with all of you in presenting any matter you may think of importance. Bro. C. E. Coleys relieving C. I. McNutt in the dispatcher's office at Grand Island for a few days, and they are still sparring for a man for the telegraph office. Being in St. Louis on business on the night of April 3d, I did not get to attend the ball in Omaha, but understand it was quite successful, and it will probably be written up in another column. The club at Omaha is full of interest, and any of you who can attend are missing something. Come out oftener. When you read this your committee will be representing you at Baltimore, and while we never try to pull anything flashy. I believe we are a: least prepared with our opinions on most of the matters that will come up for discussion there, and will try to represent you as intelligently as is within our ability. We will issue a circular to you at its conclusion, with any information that is of interest, in advance of the regular proceedings which will be sent later. We urge you to read those proceedings carefully, and let us all keep a little better posted on what the organisation is doing or trying to do. Cut. 2x7. Wyoming Division — C. T. U. Bro. Barrett, of “OG,” Ogden, recently returned from a trip East, will soon join* us. Bro. Dodt, third Berie tpwer, for the past three years, bid in Devil’s Slide days. Mr. Yarborough, second Buford, assigned a trick at Evanston. Understand Bro. Shotliffe, of *'N" office, Chey- enne, intends going to Buford second. It is now Bros. Palmer and Thornhill at Spring Valley and Point of Rocks, respectively. Our genial Third Trick Dispatcher, Mr. Dickson, while off recently, was relieved by Night Chief Robinson. Bro. Horiskey wilL soon be seen frequently in the vicinity of Dale Creek, as the trout season opens soon. He was elected local chairman and delegate to the Baltimore Convention, and Bro. Gerrans was elected alternate. J. G. Ouhood, Alternate Div. No. 33. J. K. Owen and Bro. J. K. Mitchell, from Black Buttes to Red Desert, former being made a twelve- hour job and later a two-trick, Bros. Aners and Padgett officiating. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 811 Bro. Chilton, from second Red Desert to Table Rock nights, relieving Sister Coughlin, who went to second Spring Valley regular. Bro. Horton from third Tipton to second Wal- cott; relief unknown. A. F. Tatb, Alternate Div. No. 33. Recent assignments are: Third Carter, G. M. Alloway; third Buford, G. J. Kennedy; third Sher- man, G. B. Shotliffe; Park City, J. C. Ayrest; Green River, T. B. Sawyer; Evanston, Hix and Yarborough. Some of the nons are holding out with the deter- mination of Ty Cobb, but they haven’t refused the increase secured for them in our new schedule. Bro. Dunn, third Dale Creek, deserves credit for this write-up. If the rest would do as well, the division correspondent wouldn’t be accused of laying down on his job. Let's hear of changes tak- ing place, and we could have a better write-up. Div. Cor. Canadian Pacific Ry. Manitoba Division, District No. One — We are glad to see J. J. Horn appointed captain, this is a recognition of good and efficient service. Bro. Gilbert has been appointed alternate to the convention. Bro. Harvey Taylor, Norcran days, is off to St Marys, Ont., on holidays. Business on the Lac du Bonnet is unusually quiet I was unable to attend the last meeting on ac- count of “shortage of men.*’ The Keewatin agency was brought up, but as the regular man is in the hospital it will not be placed on bul- letin at present Jack Moran had a ride on the O. R. T. goat this month, and says he feels better. Bro. Campbell is off to the convention, relieved by Bro. H. S. Galloway as local chairman. Bro. Wilton passed the cigars at the meeting. We hope the little “Dispatcher" will be as good a man as his father. W. A. Mather wrote, asking the O. R. T. to appoint one of its members to meet him and representatives of other branches of the service to discuss ways and means to eliminate accidents. Bro. Langford was appointed. The handling of clearances to freight trains to be left to Superin- tendent Mather’s safety first committee, to have it regulated so as to decrease the danger. Bro. R. J. O’Neil, on the east end dispatching, leaves a vacancy in Fort Wm. yard office. Bro. Brotherton spent a few days in Winnipeg recently, looking up more real estate; relieved by Bro. Buehrer. Bro. Langford spent a month in sunny Califor- nia recently, relieved by Bro. Mableson nights, and he by Bro. Buehrer. It’s now Bros. W. Mack and Tom Fields. Bro. R. C. W. has been pretty busy lately look- ing after the interests of the Order. Bro. Sharpe is now relieving dispatcher, relieved by Mr. Ale&nder. Hr H I w 1 w w f W. C. Ready, Alternate Div. No. 33. What about a Ladies' Auxiliary on this dis- trict? Boys, pay your dues, answer the dispatcher promptly and send roe the news. Cut. 745- Digitized by Google

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812 The Railroad Telegrapher. Lake Superior Division, Chapleau Subdivision , District No. One — Boys, let us try and have a good write-up every month. It will only take a few minutes of your Wm. Comer, Alternate Div. No. 33. time to send in the items of interest that come to your notice. There is lots of business on this district now, and the boys are all working hard. The snow has had everything blocked, except the passenger trains, and there is a great amount of freight to be moved. We are glad to note that the brothers coming to this district in the last few months are all up-to-date. Mr. Smith, of the message wire at Cartier, has resigned and gone back east, relieved by Bro. Walter Chadwick, and he by Bro. A. O’Donncl, taken off Bisco days to reduce expenses. Bro. J. W. McVey, from the Wabash, bid in second Cartier. Bro. Greene, agent at Stralak, while on the sick list, was relieved by Bro. O’Donncl. Boys, when you see or hear of a non, get right after him and stay on his trail until you land him. There are very few of them around here, so when one shows up, don’t let him rest. Send any news you can to me at Cartier, or direct to Bro. Quick at St. Louis. J. W. McVey, Cert. 1698. ing regarding wages, overtime, etc., in the new schedule, was called at 7 p. m., with Bro. J. A. Hogg in the chair. After various members were heard from, a committee was appointed to take the matter before the superintendent for his ruling, consisting of Bros. L. Barker, J. Johnson and Bates, represent- ing respectively the agents, dispatchers and teleg- raphers. We have as yet no definite report from the committee’s work, but understand that the teleg- raphers’ schedule is interpreted to mean that their straight time is to be computed on the number of working days in the month and not on the number of calendar days. For instance, in the month of February, if a telegrapher worked the first eight days, his time should be computed 7- *4ths of a month and one Sunday, and not 8- a8ths of a month and one Sunday. A fuller explanation of this part of our schedule will be given next month. A typewritten list of the new vacancies and of the telegraphers filling die old ones was sent out from the ’chief's office when the bulletin went out, so it is not necessary to re- peat them here. Bolkow and Goodwood were closed as day and night telegraph offices and Pardee as a night office, on account of business slacking up. There will be lots doing on this district all this summer on account of double tracking. W. B. Winkler, Alternate Div. No. 33. Lake Superior Division, District No. Two ( White River to Cartier ) — A fairly well attended meeting, held in Chap- leau, February 15th, to discuss the misunderstand- A succession of three bad snow storms all along the Lake Superior Division tied up everything three days the latter part of March, but everything is moving O. K. now. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 813 Bro. Leggatt, agent Hoban, has returned from his five months' visit to England, accompanied by his wife. They will reside at Habon, and we all wish them much happiness and extend her a cordial welcome among us. J. C. Bloom, Alternate Div. No. 33. Bro. H. 1\ Byrne and wife are in Nova Scotia, where they went to attend the funeral of his mother. We all sympathize with Bro. Byrne in this sad bereavement. A Mr. Upton is relieving him at Wayland days. Bros. J. T. Doolan and Hogg have been work- ing a 24-hour trick on account of Bro. Ansley resigning and going East, and the station master at Pardee has been working a 24-hour trick alone on account of the night man, Bro. Ward, having been moved to Ramsey. The night man was taken away from Ridout, but was replaced again. If some brother on the Chapleau section will send in a line-up of everything on that end next month, we shall then have our district well lined-up. This will help to keep up the interest in the Order, and our meetings would be better attended and more frequent. A regular correspondent was appointed last meet- ing, so we can look forward to a good monthly write-up, if the boys will send him the happenings they bear of by the 20th of the month. Cert. 1^87. discuss our new schedule, was largely attended by all who were able to get off. We should make a request for a regular monthly meeting, as we don’t have the opportunity to ta|k with one another in regard to our grievances and work that trainmen do. The meetings are the best places to take up a grievance and arrange to have it adjusted under prevailing conditions. These meetings generally last from two to three hours and are interesting all through. We have a lot of things we want adjusted, if we are to be good O. R. T. men, which means more than just carrying a card. Remember our motto, “No card, no favors." Dispatcher Bro. Smith, from Sudbury, relieved Bro. Dispatcher McDonald, second “CU." Bro. Brinton has been appointed dispatcher, and Bro. Ellis relieving dispatcher, who is now working first trick. Bro. Brown has left us. We are sorry to lose him. He was relieved by Bro. Cowan. Bro. Teirs has also left, relieved by Mr. Lafferty. Bro. Carling is relieving the agent at “WO,” relieved by Mr. Walker, and he by Bro. Sulli- van, Jr. Bro. Sullivan, Sr., is now on second “HA," re- lieved by Bro. Ward. Bro. Eneix is also at “HA." We have a goot set of dispatchers there. Bros. Hamilton and O’Donnel have had their pictures taken for The Telegrapher. H. L. Hogs, Alternate Div. No. 33. Lake Superior Division, Chapleau Subdivision, . District No. Seven — Our last meeting, held in February, called by special request of a number of the members to Application blanks for membership can be se- cured from R. C. Wilton, Kenora, Ont. Let every brother help to keep our district organized and look forward to the time when we will have Digitized by Google

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814 The Railroad Telegrapher. regular meetings, to get satisfactory service in con- nection with our grievances. Miss (who will soon be Sister) R. Sullivan, from the Pennsy., succeeded Bro. Brinton on second “HA,” gone dispatching. J. V. Phillips, Delegate Div. No. 34. Bro. O’Donnell, from "DA,” relieved Bro. Gueix, returning to his native soil, and Bro. White is about to do likewise. We were sorry to hear of Bro. Cowan leaving us, on account of the company insisting on his taking a position he did not want? Bro. Carling has returned, and we wish to con- gratulate him on having a double return pass. Bro. Earle had a week of heavy going, owing to Mr. Walker being injured and the scarcity of men. The brothers at "RM” are working in a de- tached portion of the station, which is being re- moved on account of double tracks. Bro. Barker is on a trip to Vancouver; Bro. Nesbitt is back, and Bro. Hamilton is still on nights. Bro. Dougherty was on a few days’ holidays, but failed to bring the Mrs. back with him. Bro. Edwards is also back. Bro. Wilder is making a grand bid for his rights to return South, as was his understanding when he came up here. We appreciate Bro. McVeay’s efforts to secure one of Bro. Quick’s gold watches for new mem- bers. Bro. Barker is now acting relief dispatcher, and Bro. Ellis is back on his trick as relief dispatcher on account of Bro. Smith leaving. We expect our local chairman will soon call another meeting. Cbit. 2914, “XC.” Third District, B. C. Division — Your correspondent has been hibernating for the winter, but now that I am back I wish you would send me in a few notes. Local Chairman Thompson advises of a few changes in the seniority list and the personnel of the local committee, which is the same 191s. Bro. Thompson has been appointed delegate to the convention. We wish hinj success, a pleasant time and a safe return. Bro. J. N. Pennock, relieving agent, has settled down at Brilliant, relieved by Bro. C. L. Cusick, and Nakusp telegrapher days now open. Bro. T. S. McDonald is off on leave. Bro. Geo. Mara bid in Castlegar days; Bro. Dickerson left, and Bro. Owens is on nights. Bro. Lamphear, Phoenix nights, to CoykendabL Bro. J. B. Selleck, at Wade, now opening up the summer’s business with work trains, beat them to it with his garden. Bros. R. Geddis, H. Exter and W. A. Taylor are on first, second and third Grand Forks New men are at Eholt and Phoenix nights Bro. J. Beaton bid in Greenwood day^. Bro. J. G. Clark has returned to Rossland after a long vacation. W. E. Hicks, Delegate Div. No. 34. Sorry to lose Bro. W. S. Abbott from Lardo agency. He is now a traveling auditor in the "Fish Country.” Bro. J. R. Brandon relieved him. No items received from the other branches. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 815 Don’t forget to remit for your schedule assess- ment, your dues and a couple small special assess- ments, and save your local chairman work, of which he already has tdo much. Div. Co*. H. H. Skiles, Delegate Div. No. 34. New York Central & Hudson River R. R. Putnam Division — On account of the washout, during the flood period, trains on the Hudson River Division were run over the Harlem Division, which demanded the services of all the extra telegraphers on our division. Bros. Woolley and Garvey, at 155th St., N. Y., were obliged to double to keep that office open, other offices not so important where extra men were working were closed. The return of Dispatcher Brown, from his vaca- tion, put Bro. Travis back at Getty Square, Bro. Silver going back to his regular trick at 155th St.. N. Y. Bro. Dunning relieved Mr. Townsend, agent at Mahopac Falls, a few days while off sick. Bro. Wagner, second Kitchawan, bid in Croton Lake agency, vice Mr. Bird, gone with the New Haven. Bro. Sater, Mount Hope, off two days, was relieved by Mr. Crowley, who has been offered a position in the dispatcher’s office of the Erie at Homell, N. Y., and is now on leave trying it out Bids are out for Tarrytown Heights agency, and second at Kitchawan and Elmsford; Bro. Dunning is at Tarrytown Heights agency, Bro. Murphy, from the Harlem, at Kitchawan, and Mr. Opperman, a new man from the Santa Fe at Elmsford, pending close of bulletin. Bro. Ingham, second Briarcliff Manor, has taken up painting as a side line, since his failure in the coal business. He now has two pairs of shoes to buy, where he , used to have but one, hence the motive for the display of such ambition. Bro. Keating, from the Harlem, has been doing most of the extra work on this division. Bro. Cuddy, agent Mahopac, is still unable to work, relieved by Mr. Bolan. Bro. Boutelle, local chairman, has just received the welcome news of a conference with the officials, in connection with our proposed schedule. Bro. Wall, acting relief agent on the Harlem Division since Bro. Nickerson's promotion to supervising agent, has now been assigned to it regular. We thank Bros. Warner and Lundy for their assistance this month in supplying news. “Boomer." St. Laxvrenre Division — Dear Brothers — As you unanimously elected me local chairman for the coming term, I feel very keenly the responsibility placed upon me by ac- cepting the position, and more so in performing the many duties connected therewith. My keen- est desire is for the uplifting of the organization, and I shall put forth all my efforts to make 1913 and 1914 a grand success, but in order to ac- complish this, I must have your support, and every one of you owe this as a duty to yourself and the organization. Report any grievance that comes under your observation to me, as well as any abuse of our schedule. Positions may be- come vacant and our schedule be abused without L. B. Johnson, Alternate Div. No. 34. my knowledge, but if you brothers will advise me, I will take such matters up with the officials and have them settled satisfactorily to all con- cerned. Digitized by v^ooole

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816 The Railroad Telegrapher. The local chairman can not handle your griev- ances, however, until after you have tried to adjust them with your superintendent. If he ignores the correspondence or does not give you C. H. Georgbt, Alternate Div. No. 34. a satisfactory reply, then take it up with me, and I will right the wrong. Always preserve the correspondence that passes between you and the officials and send it to me with your complaint. Let every one work and work hard to make this division solid. Try to get one member each during the next thirty days, and if you do not succeed kindly write me what effort you put forth in this behalf, and what employe you selected and failed to get, and I will report the matter to the general chairman, who will see the party personally and ascertain why he does not want better working conditions and more money. Such a visit from him will, no doubt, convince them that they are looking at the matter in a wrong light and he will secure their applications before he leaves them. We expect a meeting with the officials very soon, and I will handle your grievance to the best of my ability. I have your interests at heart, and with your support I shall feel encouraged to go ahead and ask for our rights, which means more money and the better working conditions of which we have been deprived. Yours truly, G. W. Backus, Local Chairman. Harlem Division— Our last night meeting was well attended. Bro. Morey, general chairman, also Bro. Fra- lcigh, local chairman of Hudson Division, were present Bros. Ferris, Taylor, Treudenberger, Roselle, Hubbard, Bovin, Connors, Downing and Magley were the only boys absent Line-up the nons, brothers, and hustle up the delinquents. Individual effort means a aofii front, which we can have if we work faithfully. We treat the nons too good on this division. Remember, “No cards, no favors," and don't be afraid of hurting their feelings. There are three at “KO” and two at “RK.” Let each one do his part to help by sending in the application of the non working with him, and paying up promptly yourself. Bro. Rubin, while visiting friends in Boston, was relieved by Bro. Alrutz, who also relieved Mr. Hoyt, while off a week on account of the death of his father. No news from south end. I am indebted to Bro. Fennessy for all the news I received. Wake up, boys. One item from each member would help a whole lot towards having a good write-up. Remember, “No cards, no favors," but if you want to call a man names, write him a letter, don't do it on the wires. C. E., Div. Cor. Grand Central Terminal and Electric Division — We had a well attended meeting on April 9th. The Terminal men made a good showing. Hope Chas. F. Prough, Alternate Div. No. 34. they will continue to do so, and that the Electric Division will take pattern by them. Don't tell your troubles outside the meeting room to the nons, and on street corners where everyone can hear them. Remember do not knock Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 817 your brother. If you can not say a good word for him, don’t say anything. Be prompt in paying your dues, it is a good sign that you are interested in the good of the Order. F. P. Brady, Delegate Div. No. 35. We all extend our thanks to the entertainment committee on the great success of the ball. Bro. Dooley has moved to Jersey. We sin- cerely hope we will not lose him, as our treasurer he has few equals and no superior. Remember, hoys, “No cards, no favors.” Hope to have a good crowd next night meet- ing, be there, brothers, strong; don’t forget the date, 26th. We wish the men who know how to explain things to the nons would do so. We need them to keep up our percentage. The work at Hartsdalc is being pushed rapidly. The parcel post has added quite an amount of extra sacks to our daily loads to the post office. Get your cars out on time boys. Mr. Wilson will appreciate it. Don’t let any demurrage slip by cither, nor fail to copy your post cards, for you will be re- quired to produce copies when you least expect it on some claim or other. Remember to protect the company all you can. Div. Cor. yard master there, was later relieved by J. A. Lester, and relieved Bro. J. A. Robison on "DY” tower first, on sick list. Bro. H. E. McGonigal relieved P. B. McHenry on second Cataract, while he relieved Bro. Shearer on Bray second. H. V. Eldridge, wjiile moving to West Clear- field, was relieved by Telegrapher Jacobs. Sister B. H. Seid, home on a vacation, was relieved by G. E. McGonigal, later relieved by Telegrapher Eldridge. • Sister M. G. Quiggle, who has been off since December, 1912, is back on “SX” tower third. •Gorton second being the only trick closed April 1st, sounds good to the River Line and west end boys. We thank Bro. Maines for his good music. Brothers, don’t spoil a good thing on the phone, when the dispatcher is good enough to let us use it. The Beech Creek dispatchers have been moved to Jersey Shore Jet., leaving the River Line dispatchers at Clearfield. Sister L. S. Beauseigneur was on third Walton, while Bro. J. B. Beauseigneur was on ”SX” tower third. Bro. L. M. Poorman, “CT” tower, is now with the P. R. R., and will probably move to Lock Haven. He relieved S. W. Thome, “CW” tower second, a few days. A. H. Haddock, Delegate Div. No. 3s. Beech Creek District — Bro. G. B. Miller’s wife was called to her home on account of sickness. Bro. H. E. Shearer, who relieved M. W. Sherry, at Clearfield Jet., when appointed assistant Bro. H. E. Barber has been appointed assistant to train master “GWB,” at Clearfield. Bro. L. F. DeHaas has returned from an ex- tended trip through several of the Southern States. Certs. 1403 and 1165. Digitized by Google

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818 The Railroad Telegrapher. Monon R. R. Account of floods and roadbed being washed out in various places, Bro. J. E. Hollen, local cnairman First Division, was delayed getting out on his missionary trip which he is now taking. M. C. Sipple, Alternate Div. No. 35. Nons, have your money ready, as that is par- tially what he is after. “No” is a poor answer for him and will not be accepted, just sign up and give him what he asks for. The increase in salary you are receiving will buy you an up-to-date. The election resulted as follows: Bro. J. E. Hollen, Indianapolis, local chairman First Divi- sion; Bro. L. D. Wood, Salem, Ind., local chair- man, Second Division; Bro. W. J. Dooley, Indian- apolis, general chairman; Bro. M. T. Parks, Bainbridge, general secretary and treasurer. The following new members have been secured this year: Chas. Whitehouse and C. E. Fatum, Midland; Geo. E. Salvo, Gasport; H. H. Hunt and A. Moss, Orleans; B. R. Carter, Mitchell; F. C. Wagner, Borden; F. W. Wayraan, New Albany; D. L. Keen, McCoysburg; R. E. Dere- miah, Paoli, and J. W. Christie, Louisville. This is a great showing for the Second Division, and the few nons left will soon be carrying an up-to- date. Bro. D. L. Keen, came in as soon as he lit. He is an old-timer, out for nearly three years, but always carried an up-to-date while in service. Train service is again up to normal and every available engine is in use, handling the enormous business from the southern connections. Boys, keep on the job and give good service, there is still a little room for improvement. Bro. R. K. Ellington, Bainbridge, lost his new chicken house in the cyclone, but he is still raza- ing fancy poultry and has eggs to sell. At a recent meeting, held at Indianapolis, Gen- eral Chairman Dooley, General Secretary and Treasurer Parks, Local Chairman Hollen. First Division, and Local Chairman Wood, Second Division, laid plans for a revision of our schedule, but the recent floods which done so much dam- age and tied up traffic so badly, may somewhat delay the work. Offices have been opened with three men at Mitchell, a second trick put on Borden, with C. W. Gray on second, and three men put on at Horse Shoe, with Bro. Dcremich on second and Mr. Warren on third. The “Monon” was very lucky during the floods, compared with' other roads in our territory. We were only out of commission about three days and trains covered parts of the line daily. Busi- ness is very heavy here now, with freight moving north and south, this being the only line open between Chicago and the Ohio River. All trains are “High Ball” runs now, with an average of 400 cars of meat and merchandise passing Green castle daily. The Chicago Division of the “Big Four” has been detouring passenger trains from Laft to Burnsides via this line for the past two weeks. Altoh L. Conant, Alternate Div. No. 35. and B. O. S. W. and Sou trains are being handled via Orleans and various detours on soutk end. Everything is being handled in first-class shape. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 819 Boys, get after the nons next to you, if you expect better results. We need them and they need us. Bro. Ray Dereniiah, who relieved Mr. Schmaltz, second Greencastle, recently for a week; also re* T. A. Reif, Delegate Div. No. 37. lieved Bro. Shorr on fy*st there for three days, the latter being called back on ^account of the extreme shortage of men. Bro. Waggoner, who relieved Bro. Fox, first Gasport, was relieved by Agent Strain, and also relieved Bro. Savo, second there, for a few days. Brothers, give the dispatchers the best service possible. It will be appreciated by them. West Baden second and Orleans third are on bulletin. We hope some good brothers will bid these jobs in. “PZ.” Michigan Central R. R. A very delightful time was njoyed at the ban- quet and dance given by Division No. 16, at Webb Block Hall, Jackson, Mich., April 12th. About 100 were in attendance from Detroit and the East Division, from the Grand Rapids and the surround- ing stations. All expressed themselves as having a most enjoyable time. Fine music was furnished by a Jackson orchestra, and all who could dance were gratified to their heart’s content. From about 10:30 until all were served, a bountiful supper was served in the dining room connected with the hall. - The party lasted until shortly after midnight, when all wended their way homeward, hoping that another such event would soon take place. Such little parties do a wonderful sight of good, as they bring us all together and help us to be- come better acquainted. Nearly all who attended were accompanied by their wives or sweethearts, and it can be truly said that the women enjoyed the occasion fully as much as the men. Too much praise can not be bestowed upon Local Chairman C. M. Brown and the, committee who had the arrangements in charge. Jackson is getting to be quite a center for dis- patchers and telegraphers, since the change was made from Detroit to Jackson, and they are all good loyal brothers, too. Here’s hoping that Jack- son may become the banner O. R. T. town in Michigan. Cert. 71. East Division — Those attending the party at Jackson, on Satur- day evening, April 12th, from this division, were: Bro. and Mrs. L. N. and Miss Kathleen Parsons, Windsor; Bro. Webber, Bro. and Mrs. W. H. Comins, Detroit; Bro. and Mrs. J. E. Brainard, Bro. and Mrs. L. E. Peters, Wayne; Bro. and Mrs. James Spear and Miss Spear, Chelsea; Bro. and Mrs. M. L. Smith and Bro. and Mrs. Art. Collins, Grass Lake. The members from the Saginaw Division should get out to Jackson for the meetings. It seems that the train service would permit it. Six positions in “F,” Detroit office, were bul- letined lately to get the men rearranged and given their rightful positions. Bro. F. W. Seavitte went from agent Ecorse to “F,” Detroit on bulletin. E. B. Clay, Alternate Div. No. 37. There is a good deal of sickness among the boys on the Bay City Division. Bro. G. J. Shoup, first Oxford freight house, was off three weeks 9ick. Bro. C. S. Snook, second Vassar, who was Digitized by Google

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820 The Railroad Telegrapher. also off sick for quite a time, bid in third North Toledo yards, his old home. Bro. A. E. Earle is now on third Vassar. F. Adair is the new agent at Watrousville, and Mr. Deba, a new man, is the first agent at Bachs, a new agency on the Caro branch. T. M. Conlin,^ Delegate Div. No. 38. Business is very good and men very scarce. Good railroad telegraphers wanted; good pay and working conditions. Some of the good men in other parts come this way, so we can get off once in a while. Div. Cor. Middle Division — Chief Dispatcher Gardner, on a week’s vacation, was relieved by Night Chief Van VVagnen, and he by Bro. Jack Phillips, relieved on third Air Line by Bro. Carter, extra dispatcher. Bro. Ray Brown, Valley dispatcher days, is spending a month’s vacation in California, relieved by Bro. Phillips. Bros. Cavanagh, D. Wholihan and Kincline, on their one-day vacations, expect to make way freight inspection trips shortly. Bro. Charlie Kufe, extra dispatcher from Kala- mazoo, is relieving the dispatchers in Jackson. Bro. Ed. Wholihan was relieved by Bro. Wicks, extra dispatcher, while he attended the banquet. He stayed until all went home. Bros. Mead, Cummins, Fitch and Case will all make way freight trips as fast as they can be relieved. Two big windstorms recently put wires out of business all over. Main line phone was broken west of Kalamazoo and was dispatched from Jack- son via Air Line, Bros. Butler and Northrop re- peating orders, train reports, etc. Several cars were unroofed and a Humber of telegraph poles blown down. Linemen were all kept busy keep- ing things moving. Superintendent Telegrapher, J. J. Ross, recently made a trip over the line in motor car, inspecting lines and equipment. Bro. Wicks relieved Bro. Chappie several nights, for a visit home. Bro. Able, Jackson Jet. second nights, while off owing to a death in his family, was relieved by Bro Bitler, from Van Horn’s. Bro. Moulton, agent Dailey, bid in second Augusta. Bro. Lindsey, who bid in Dailey agency, went to Augusta second a few days, and later to Findley .agency, which is now open for bids. Bro. Loveland, Kalamazoo, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Knickly, a new man. Bro. Graham returned to Parma agency, Bro. Loehr returning to Lawton second nights, reliev- ing Bro. Appleman. Mr. Sykes, promoted to Ann Arbor by mistake, returned to Albion, and Agent Brown promoted to Albion in error, sent to Bay City as clerk. Night Chief Stoekle, Michigan City, off a week, relieved by Dispatcher Bro. Herran, relieved on third by Bros. Ault and Quance, a few days each. Another dispatcher has been put on Joliet and Benton Arbor Divisions to help out main line man. Bro. Kihgsley, on 6 a. m. to 2 p. m., and Bro. D. Hayes, Delegate Div. No. 38. Quancc, 2 p. m. to 10 p. m., a regular job for the latter putting Ault on as first extra. Bro. Herran, from Michigan City; Bro. Cavi- nagh, from Jackson; Bro. Stiles, from Bay City, and Bro. Robertson attended a special meeting, Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 821 called at Jackson by General Chairman Culkins, to decide certain matters of the organization as affects dispatchers. It is gratifying to state that the dis- patchers, to a man, are all lined-up. It creates better feeling all around and strengthens us very much; besides it will be a great help to them. T. F. Powers, Alternate Div. No. 38. Bro. Cupe, Galien third, off several days, relieved by Extra Dispatcher Bro. Ault. * Bro. M. L. Fitzgerald, while drawing a truck load of baggage during March, slipped and fell on the station platform, breaking both bones in his left leg. Relieved by Bro. Stevens. Bro. Wilson, third East Gary, was off a few days, relieved by Relief Agent Watson. Bro. Fahn, Chicago, “CG," off a week, relieved by Tone, and he at “TY” days, by Parner, “TY” nights, relieved by Mr. Moulton, a new man. Div. Cor. Grand Rapids Division — Bro. Beitler, of Van Horn’s, who relieved Bro. Abele, third Jackson Jet., on account of the death of the mother of Bro. Abele’s wife, was relieved by M. Salter, a new man, who just passed the examination. Bro. Davis, Rives Jet., resigned to enter other business, relieved by Agent Burwell. Bro*. Clemens, of Leslie, is off, relieved by Relief Agent Thoms. Bro Cady has been appointed ticket agent at Lansing. Bro. Bill Shoemaker, of Eaton Rapids, is a fre- quent visitor at Van Horn's. If he doesn’t look out he will listen to his own wedding bells. Bro. Jack Phillips is looking for a job as floor walker, as he is getting quite an expert with the new Miss Phillips. Wrc had quite a rain, sleet and wind storm around here recently. Had to use the wire part of the time, as the fones were crossed up. Thanks to Bro. Clissold for items. Come again. Div. Cor. Saginaw and Mackinaw Divisions — Bro. C. R. Cady, first trick Lansing, has been appointed ticket agent of the M. C. & P. M. there. He has been local chairman of this division for the past three years, and has accomplished great results. He seemed to take a personal interest in each one of the boys of the division, and made many new friends by his good-natured way. He has been very successful in lining-up the nons, and, no doubt, in a short time would have our divi- sion solid. As exclusive ticket agents are not in- cluded in our present schedule, Bro. Cady has re- signed as local chairman of this division, and Bro. R. M. Gordon, of Sterling, has been appointed to fill the VSCSfcCy. We all join in wishing Bro. Cady every success; while losing him as our chairman, but trust our new chairman will catch the big fish that Bro. Cady has the bait dug for. Bro. C. Burwell, who recently relieved Bro. W. G. Davis, resigned at Rives Jet., bid in Leslie agency, vice Bro. Clemens, resigned and gone into business with his brother at Port Huron, con- ducting a bath house. Owing to Bro. “Clems” long years of railroad service it will probably take some powerful baths to get the fever out of his system, but we all wish him the best of success. Digitized by v^ooQle

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822 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. R. R. Smith, day telegrapher and ticket agent at Chesaning, will have to get up earlier mornings now, or the game will be somewhat delayed while he is eating his ham and eggs. R. M. Burr, Delegate Div. No. 39. Probably we better pass the hat and get him a flock of good young layers, so he will not have to wait for the old hens to lay before going to work. Third Wolverine bid in by Bro. R. Stokes from Frederic, vice Bro. R. A. Smith, who has bid in second there. F. A. Jones is on third Wolverine pending transfer. Bro. E. C. Higgins, second Wol- verine, bid in first telegrapher and ticket clerk at Lansing, and had to “can” his trusty corn-cob. Some consolation, no one can steal smoking tobacco from him now. Bro. Lauber, Topinabee, has invested in a new motor boat, and expects to show the natives a few stunts on the lake this summer. Bro. F. S. Smith, of Alger, is on the sick list, relieved by H. H. Allen, and has gone home. Bro. D. E. Reinelt bid in first Gaylord, relieved on second there, on bid, by Bro. M. Sell, agent Waters. Bros. Bonnett and E. G. Shaw will soon be tell- ing some good fish stories again, as the season is about to open up. Thanks to Bros. Smith and Kerby for the news items sent me, it all helps. “Bob." CARD OF THANKS. Dearborn, Mich., April 18, 1913. I wish to thank The Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers very kindly for the kindness shown to me in my bereavement. I remain, yours, Nora N. Moon. Pennsylvania vR. R. — Lines East Allegheny Division — Death has again visited our ranks and taken from our midst the mother of our Slater and Bro. V. D. and C. A. A. Snyder, at KennerddL We extend the sister and brother and family our heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement, and thank all those who so freely contributed towards the beautiful wreath of flowers for Mrs. Snyder, also the brothers at Kennerdell, who purchased the flowers and looked after this matter in ray absence. The brothers and sisters on this divbion should make it a practice to attend to matters of this kind at such times. It shows a fraternal spirit and that we do not forget one another in times of trouble and sorrow. Things are looking more favorable every day on the P. R. R., and I am well pleased with the way things are going. The few who are still delinquent for this term, should pay up at once, remain as active workers in the good cause and see that those working with them do likewise. Twelve new members is our good record on this division for the past month and nine more next pay day. The old members are taking on new life, and this division will soon be solid. Now let every one get to work with a will, and we will soon accomplish this. As the old say- J. ft. Burgess, Alternate Div. No. 39. ing goes, it pays to advertise, and the beauty ot it is we are not paying for it now, as the parties going over the division, trying to get telegraphers to stay out of the Order, are advertising or doing it for us. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 823 Don't forget, brothers and sisters, to send in your assessment to the conventipn fund to our general secretary and treasurer. The B. & O. members have paid their share, let us do our L. E. Hicks, Delegate Div. No. 40. part without any hesitation and not oblige us to take any of it out of our treasury. I hope to have the pleasure of seeing as many of the brothers and sisters at the convention as can possibly get there. The convention will prob- ably not be held so near us for a long time again, and all who can should visit Baltimore at this biennial gathering of delegates from all over the United States and Canada and have a good time. Bro. J. C. Wylie is on the sick list. We wish him a speedy recovery. Bro. S. R. Hooks visited friends at Oleopolis recently, and Bro. B. G. Shoup visited the old folks \ on the farm at Richmond. The recent flood was the worst ever known in this part of the country. The entire road was shut down between Pittsburg and Oil City for several days. The only road operating out of Oil City, Franklin and the small towns of that sec- tion, being the L. S. & M. S. Brothers and sisters, don't forget to send in your monthly items for the journal. Thanks to the brothers who sent in the write-up, which fol- lows this, from the Salamanca and Low Grade branches. All lend a helping hand in these mat- ters. I desire to thank the brothers and sisters of this division in again having elected me as their local chairman, and also as their delegate to the Baltimore Convention. I shall go there with the interest of every brother and sister at heart, and do everything for the best interest of the Order. I also wish to thank you all for your hearty co-operation during my last term as local chair- man, without the assistance of you men and women out on the road I could do nothing, and I earnestly hope that you will all' give me your support and help in the future as you have in the past. By so doing we will soon thoroughly organize the P. R. R., and then we can expect good results. Remember our motto, "No card, no favor," and strictly enforce it at all times, and we will con- vince some of these nons that there is something back of an organization besides just merely be- longing to it. Brothers who have not paid their dues for the current term, when they receive this issue of Thk Telegrapher, please send them to me at once. O. T. Arzndt, L. C. Salamanca Branch, Allegheny Division — Bro. Granger is again on the relief job, giving the "Ops" their regular day off $ach month on our new schedule. The emergency offices, opened during the rush last winter, are being closed one after the other, but extra men are still scarce. Bro. S. P. Gilbert bid in third at “HM," re- lieved by S. C. Stratton on third "QA," F. C. Dean is on his honeymoon trip in Michi- gan. Bro. J. C. Lamb, relieved by Bro. Garin on first Riverside Jet., has taken first Vandalia, vice L. G. Whit*, Delegate Div. No. 40. Mr. Elliott, gone into the hotel business at Alle- gheny. When he gets that new card we will all patronize him. Bros. Grover and Gilbert are just "shooting" Morse now with their new sending machines. Digitized by Google

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824 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Goodrich went to Carrollton on his relief day. Bro. L. A. Crouse is on first Tunesassa. It is now Bro. E. E. Crouse on second Tuna. We are getting in better shape on this end than ever before. H. O. Irwin, Delegate Div. No. 40. Remember, boys, "No card, no favors," and patronize the union label at all times. Bro. F. A. McGill, relief agent, is relieving Mr. O’Meara, at Bradford, who is off sick. Some of the boys will be late getting their vacations on account of this. Cert. 1694. Low Grade Branch, Allegheny Division — Bro. B. L. Stanley, second west end, off a few days recently on account sickness, was relieved by Bro. Dinger. Miss Bowersox has returned to duty after an absence of several months on account of sickness. Sister Reitzel was off a few days recently, re- lieved by Bro. Dinger, who later relieved Bro. F. A. McElhinney for a week. W. D. Miller, formerly on the Allegheny Divi- sion, died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Geiger, at Falls Creek, on March 1 8th. Third Falls Creek, Sabula, Medix, Enslie and "CA" block closed. Bro. M. C. McIntyre is now on the relief job on west end. Bro. H. L. Baker was off several days recently, relieved by Mr. Dickey. Bro. P. W. Adams, third Tyler, was a recent Pittsburgh visitor. Bro. Brooks, working on the River, is being re- lieved by Mr. Bundy. Bro. M. J. McGarrity is being relieved by Bro. Buzzard, and he by Mr. Brubaker. Mr. Winslow appointed agent at Oak Ridge, vice Mr. Shaffer on first “NA.” Bro. H. T. Marsh was off recently, relieved by Mr. Campbell, and Bro. Thomas, third Summer- ville, by Mr. Stewart. G. M. B. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, to call to her reward the beloved mother of our Sister and Bro. V. D. and C. A. A. Snyder; in token of our respect for our sister and brother and the family, be it Resolved, By the members of the Allegheny Division, P. R. R. System, Division No. 17, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to the bereaved family our sincere and heartfelt sympathy, knowing there is little we can say or do to comfort the sad hearts of our sister and brother and the family, yet we, as a body, bound together for mutual benefit, wish our sister and brother to know that they are not forgotten in this their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved sister and brother, and a G. F. Willis, Delegate Div. No. 40. copy forwarded to The Telegrapher, for publi- cation- O. T. Aeendt, E. C. Green, C. R. Elliston, Committee. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 825 Monongahela Division — Sister E. H. Banks was relieved a few days by Mr. McCormick. Extra Bro. H. E. Flegal, absent on account of sickness, is again on duty. B. F. Roberts, Alternate Div. No. 40. Miss L. R. O’Donovan was relieved, while on the sick list, by J. C. McNamara. Local Chairman Bro. Stover attended the first safety rally in Exposition Hall, Pittsburgh, on March 10th. B. A. Stine was a recent New York City visitor. Bro. E. C. Hasten took in the play at the Nixon, in Pittsburgh, on his relief day. Bro. D. Adler writes Bro. Stover, from Florida, that his health is improving. We hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. H. G. McCarthy and Signal Repairman R. E. Lapp visited the Western Penitentiary re- cently. We are glad to announce that Bro. G. Z. Stover was re-elected local chairman, also elected delegate to the Baltimore Convention, with Bro. H. A. Roberts as alternate. Bros. Burgess and Mullin joined the Odd Fellows during March. Cert. 1583. Schuylkill Division — An open meeting was held at Reading, Pa., on March, 13, 1913, called by Bro. P. A. Wenrich, of the Grand Division, there . being about sixty operators in attendance. The meeting was ad- dressed by Bro. J. F. Miller, general chairman; Bros. T. E. Fidler and T. W. Truitt, assistant general chairman; Bros. P. A. Wenrich and T. E. Ellis, of the Grand Division. The general chairman, Bro. J. F. Miller, made an especially fine address, outlining just how the work was handled according to the rules of the Order. He also went over the proposed schedule and wage scale that had been presented to the company. He has a fine delivery and his straight forward way in delivering his address was very impressive. His remarks were greatly appre- ciated, and twelve applications were received with the promise of more the fifst of the month. Assistant General Chairmen Fidler and Truitt are both men of years and ability, and the men appreciated hearing from men who have done so much for the cause they represent. The former done some good work on the division during April. The men on this division have been misled by a certain interest, but now that the truth has been intelligently explained, others like myself will join the organization that has proven its worth to the telegraphers of our country. We now have a fair membership, and men are joining every day. By the first of May we shall be in good shape on this division. The brothers should all use their influence in prevailing on the nons to join and assist in the work now going on. We should pass our journal out, and make some sacrifice to reach others and show them the benefits of a solid organization. Do not wait for the officer of a division to call, but do your part. C. M. Perry, Alternate Div. No. 40. Bro. P. A. Wenrich, deserves great credit for what he has done in enlightening the men on this division, and while many of us treated him very unkindly when he first arrived here, we now see our mistake and are trying to help him. Digitized by Google

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826 The Railroad Telegrapher. vacation in addition to being off every Sunday in the year, and when sick their pay goes on also. The only way for us to secure such con- cessions is to stay organized and keep on getting in the nons. I wish to thank the brothers who have paid up their dues so promptly, and hope that the few delinquents will do likewise, in order that we may soon have a solid division. Cbbt. sii. Twenty new members have been added to our division recently. On March ist we had only one member and now we have over fifty. All who can possibly do so, should attend the convention in Baltimore for a day or two at least. R. H. Bobbitt, Alternate Div. No. 40. and meet the men that have been “doing things" for the telegraphers all over the country. General Chairman Miller is chairman of the committee on arrangements, and will make the delegates all feel perfectly at home. We must act like men now, and show that we have as much right to belong to our organization as any other set of men have to belong to theirs, and not be coerced in joining anything we don’t want to join. Brothers, line every non you can and send the application to Bro. Miller. The only way to take our place with the other divisions is to help organize the men. Each of us can do something. Let us make it solid by June 30th. I'll get five, how many will you get? “Anon" and "Reading." Sunbury Division — I desire to thank the brothers, who in addition to re-electing me local chairman of this division also elected me delegate to the convention at Bal- timore, Md., and assure them that I will do my best to further our interests. Bro. Pegg, third “KD” tower, who was mar- ried in New York City in September, 1911, has kept the affair a secret until now. The company recently adjusted the wages of the track foremen, and they now get two weeks* Williamsport and Susquehanna Division — It certainly is very gratifying the way the brothers are paying up their dues, and to see the many new members that are coming in. But it is not strange as whenever and wherever the truth of the situation on the “Pennsy” is known, the sentiment and opinion is always with us. Brothers and sisters, continue to wake up the nons and get them to thinking for themselves instead of allowing some one else to do it for them. Do all you can to help your local chair- man, as well as our general committee. Our local chairman is working night and day for our good, and you should all devote a little of your time and energy to the cause. Speak to and plead with the non working with you or next to you. Show him how he is standing out against the wel- fare of himself and his fellow craftsmen. The brothers responded nobly to the appeal of our local chairman for the contribution for Bro. J. B. Bode, . Delegate Div. No. 41. Schlotman. Several of the brothers also solicited from the trainmen, and in all about $120 was raised, which was appreciated very much by Bro. and Mrs. Schlotman. They would also appre- ciate it very much if more of the brothers would Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 827 call to see Bro. “Joe,” who is able to be around now, but still unable to work. We all wish him a speedy recovery and will rejoice to hear him back on the wire again. “Joe” b one of our staunchest members. L. P. Clifton, Delegate Div. No. 41. more, Md., on Sunday, April 13th, to form a non- political organization to co-operate and support our friends who have stood by labor in the past, and to defeat any man aspiring for office in the State who has not given us a square deal. There was quite a large turnout and a permanent organi- zation was formed. The following organizations were represented: B. of L. E., B. of L. F. and E., B. of R. T., O. R. C., and O. R. T. Bro. J. F. Miller, general chairman; Bros. T. E. Fidler and J. B. Sebastian, spoke for the telegraphers. The convention will be in session in the monu- mental city by the time this is published and reaches you. The men on our division, with up- to-date cards, should arrange to be at all the sessions held. Several will lay off to act on the reception committee. Bro. H. G. Kramer is now on first “CG;” Bro. Ruben Venick, with the Union R. R., as re- lief; Bro. W. H. Farcht on second “MX,” Falls, and Bro. G. E. McGee is on the B. and S. P. R. R. again. Several of the extra men on the division have promised to join in May. If you work with them, remind them of their promises and try to get their application. The few who have not paid up, should do so before June 30th. Meetings are only held once a month and all should make it a point to attend. No use in Bro. C. A. Riland, who was compelled to have a very delicate operation performed in a Phila- delphia hospital, .we are glad to report, has re- turned home very much improved, and we all hope for his speedy recovery. “Gus” is another of our staunch members and one of the oldest. Bro. G. E. Shaffer and several others motored to the head of Buffalo Creek the first day of trout season, to try their skill in hooking the “speckled beauties.” We have not learned the result- of the trip. Bro. E. R. Lundy spent his April relief day taking in the sights of our capitol city. A very enthusiastic meeting was held in \^il- liamsport, on April 2d, with an exceedingly large number of brothers and sisters present, who thoroughly enjoyed the reports made by our local chairman and the talks of several of the brothers. The large attendance, considering train accommo- dations, speaks volumes for the enthusiasm of all. We hope all who can do so, will attend the convention at Baltimore. No one .can know all the doings all over the division. Every one who knows of news should send it to the correspondent, but I seldom re- ceive any. This month not a word. I have done the best I could, have you? “Steve.” Baltimore Division — There was a very large meeting of the five brotherhoods held at the Wilson Theater, Balti- T. J. Fogarty, Delegate Div. No. 41. kicking on the street corners, come to your meet- ing rooms and make your spiel. Remember the old saying, strength. Digitized by in union mere is Googl “SlLIG." e

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828 The Railroad Telegrapher. Maryland Division — Brothers, you have elected a new local chair- man for the ensuing two years. He will do all in his power to make a success of it, but it will R. H. Niks, Alternate Div. No. 41. be necessary for each one of you good brothers to give him all the assistance in your power. It is a physical impossibility for him to get over the road and see all of the men with any frequency, and he aks you to see that the man who works with you, or next to you, has an up-to-date card, if not, why? It seems impossible to understand how any telegrapher under the conditions that now exist, should be able to manufacture any excuse for not joining the O. R. T.t yet it seems there are quite a number on this division who have not yet had the scales removed from their eyes. By the time you receive this the convention will be in session in Baltimore. The committee has arranged a splendid schedule of good times dur- ing this period, in which all members in good standing will be welcome to participate. Now, brothers, I know you are all glad to see any news of the division in the journal, and if you will send items that would be of interest, to your local chairman, he will be glad to for- ward them to Bro. Quick and have them pub- lished. The local chairman has requested me to say that he would be glad to have all the brothers of the Maryland Division, who are able to do so, meet with the brothers of the N. C. Division, which meets every third Friday night of the month in Huntingdon Hall, 25th and Oak Sts., Baltimore. Later on arrangements will be made to hold meetings on other parts of the division. “Novice.” Trenton Division , North End — Bro. Dave Smith, who was off sick for some time, is back at work. Bro. Salter is off with a lame back, caused by the levers pulling hard. A little oil on the pipe carriers and cranks and in the compensators would help some. Bro. Geo. Everitt is the chicken fancier of the division, an ex-judge of poultry shows; has eggs for hatching and baby chicks for sale. Bro. E. M. Cole, of the W. J. & S., has been awarded a solid gold watch, as a prize for securing new members, by Bro. Quick. He won a cash prize last year. His whole heart is in the work. Such men are a great benefit to a division. If there were more like him we would soon be in better shape. The few delinquents should show their appre- ciation for what has been done for them in the past, and pay up at once. Eight applications for membership were sent in to Bro. Nightingale in the last three weeks, which I think is doing very good. Our hustling local chairman, Bro. Simanton, sent in eight applications to Bro. Nightingale recently and more will go forward in the near future. Bro. Cook, general chairman N. Y. O. & W., advises that their revised schedule, about to be signed by the management, includes a vacation G. T. Rosberey, Alternate Div. No. 41. for eight-hour men. We can secure a like con- cession when we are thoroughly organized. % Individualism is not unionism, although it affects us individually. True unionism means Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 829 when it comes to the question of riglit, that all who profess unionist^ will stand for their rights and the rights of others. Judged by this stand- ard the true union feeling was found wanting in W. H. Hustkd; Delegate Div. No. 4 2. a great many recently. The only way to reach the desired end is for all to work as one. When this condition is realized, then we will be in a position to demand our rights. The non-members must be made to realize this, and they will then see more clearly the benefits of thorough organi- zation The true unionist considers it his duty to defend the rights of his fellow workers as well as his own in trying to improve unfair conditions, and will not be satisfied until this is accomplished. Let us all aim then to be true union men and women, remembering that, "In unity there is strength,” and by such strength only can we ever hope for better conditions. Cert. 836. Trenton Division, Lower End — Notice to All Members, Trenton Division: Bro. H. J. Reeves, Edgewater Park, N. J., has been appointed correspondent for this division by Local Chairman Simanton. Send him your news items by the 20th of each month to enable him to get the write-up to Bro. Quick before the 28th. Yours fraternally, J. H. Austin, Jr., Assistant Local Chairman. Bro. John Martin, third East Burlington, was very uneasy for a few nights, as he didn't know whether the tower and he were going down the Assiscunk Creek or not during the high water. Bro. H. J. Reeves bid in Edgewater Park agency. Bro. Oliver Nixon, agent Dayton, N. J., has been transferred to Beverly agency, relieving William P. Adams, transferred to East Burling- ton, N. J., freight agency, vice L. R. Somers, seventy years of age, retired. B. C. Clark, first Bordentown, and family, has our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of his baby. Bear in mind, brothers, and use it, "No card, no favors.” Bro. H. L. Smith, of Mt. Holly, N. J., is on second Edgewater Park. We hope he lands it. J. H. Praul is relieving Bro. Kehoe, second East Burlington, while at his home in Mt. Car- mell, Pa., owing to the serious illness of his sister. We all wish her a speedy recovery. Bro. A. L. Rex, organizer, is doing great work here. The nons are coming in rapidly. Bro. H. G. Austin bid in first Mt. Holly. Among our recent new members are: F. K. Hamjiton, Hightstown, N. J.; F* W. Kendall. Cranbury, N. J. ; H. F. Vausciver and E. R. McElmoyl, Yardville, N. J. ; James H. Rosscll, Stephen Tyrrell, Leo. Corbett and J. W. McNinney, Bordentown, N. J. ; Lemuel F. Eastburn, Bridge- boi . N. J.;. Harry B. Moore, Trenton, N. J.; Herbert Rodman and Jno. C. Mershon, Robbins- E. J. Shirm, Delegate Div. No. 42. Trenton Division Notes — William Reed, first East Burlington, we regret to learn is very ill with pneumonia, relieved by H. E. Bartholomew. ville, N. J. ; Raymond Johnson, Riverside, N. J.; Wm. Milask, Camden, N. J., and M. J. Kehoe, J. F. Martin and C F, Hal/bauer, Burlington, N. J. e

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830 The Railroad Telegrapher. Let the nons read your journal, it may induce them to join. Things are brighter than ever before on the Trenton Division. The men are becoming con* C. L. Bbidgs, Delegate Div. No. 42. vinced that the O. R. T. is the only organization that can get results. We had a’ very large turnout at the regular meeting on April 10th. Very interesting talks were given by Bros. Lb E. Ellis, Weinreck and Rex, which showed that the situation was very fine. An open meeting was held in Jamesburg, April 17th, with a fair attendance. Bros. Rex, Ellis and our local chairman addressed the meeting, outlin- ing the situation in a very clear and lucid way, much to- the satisfaction of the men present. After the addresses an open discussion took place. Bro. McGinness, chairman of the meeting, made quite a hit by asking the speakers to explain cer- tain very important matters on many points not clear to the men on this division, which were taken up separately and discussed thoroughly, much to their enlightenment. Local Chairman Simanton agreed to arrange for regular monthly meetings on the division at convenient points, which announcements will appear later in Ths Telegrapher. Div. Cor. Harrisburg , Penna., Division — We have had many accessions to the order recently on this division, and brighter prospects for the future. The nons as well as the old ex- members now realize the fallacy and the nothing- ness of any other organization for our craft. Each of us, individually, must do our part, and each one become an organizer, giving our peer- less leader, Bro. Miller, our combined and undi- vided support, morally and financially. Thorough organization is the only effective way to get recog- nition and have our grievances adjusted. The union spirit is firmer in the hearts of the men today than ever before. Remember that, “He loses little who loses wealth, he loses much who loses health, and he who loses courage loses alL*v Bro. J. K. Robinson is on Rockville days, and Bro. S. S. Crist at yard master’s office nights. It is now Bro. C. S. Buffington in the station master’s office at Harrisburg, one of the former old O. R. T. boys. We all welcome him back again. Ex-Bro. H. H. Musser, at Enola, will soon be with us again. W. A. Foreman bid in “CA,” Lancaster, tem- porarily, second. Bro. W. G. Krall, back from the trail of the lonesome pine at “BG,” is now on second “FH.” Harrisburg. Local Chairman Melcher anticipates a great time at the Baltimore Convention. Bro. Casey is also looking forward to that event with eager- ness, where legislation will be enacted which will, no doubt, be of great benefit to all of us. We appreciate the thoughtfulness of all those who contributed items for this write-up, and will be pleased to have you, as well as all others, send them in prior to the 20th, so we may have them in time for the following month’s journal. Cert. 2004. F. W. Coleman, Delegate Div. No. 4a. Trenton Division , F. & J. R. R. — The opening of Lavallette agency was postponed from April 1st to May 1st. $58.30 job. Mr. June, from the P. R. R., is now with the N. Y. & L B. R. R. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 831 Messrs. Worth, DeWorth and Brofsky are at Manasquau. The summer schedule will soon be in effect. We should have $64.15, the same as the main line pays. Get solid, boys, and we can ask for it. J. H. Cole, Alternate Div. No. 42. We are glad to hear that the “FA” boys were given an adjustment. Read the circular recently ' put out by our local chairman. You may be able to understand why we were forgotten. “ND,” Allen wood, will soon be made a block omce. Messrs. Loden, Jobes and Hayes are at “JA.” Jamesburg was also given an adjustment re- cently. The boys there understand why and can- not be led astray. It is now Bro. Johnson on second Kinkora. There is only one organization that can help you, boys, and that is The Order of Railroad Telegraphers; therefore, remit your dues at once to Bro. C. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J. We are gaining very fast in membership on the Penna. System, the brothers can not be hood- winked any longer, and the outlook on this divi- sion for 1913 is 90 per cent. The brothers are convinced what the O. R. T. has done for them in the past it will continue to do in the future. Stand by our good and faithful local chairman, Bro. J. G. Simanton, who is working for your interests, as well as our faithful general com- mittee in standing up for our rights. Get an up-to-date card at once, and everybody get after the nons. Remember, promises are cheap, but money talks the loudest. Also remember, and enforce our motto, “No card, no favors.” Div. Cob. “ Back Road” — Geo. A. Brahler was married recently. We hope Mrs. Brahler will have him line-up with us again. Bro. Chase bid in first “BR,” and Bro. Fred Johnson, third “BJ.” Mr. Cameron should join and make that office solid. The telegraphers on the Back Road are or- ganizing a base ball team, and would like to meet the W. J. & S. boys in the near future at Capi- den. Games will be played in the morning, iso second as well third trick men will be able to play. The new tower at “NC” is completed and will soon be in service. It is built similar to the one at “RJ.” . Bro. Needles, third “NC,” was called home a week owing to the illness of his mother. Div. Cor. West Jersey and Seashore Division — The ninth biennial and the nineteenth, regular session of the O. R. T. Convention will convene at Baltimore, Md., on May 12th, and, no doubt, since this is the first time the convention has been held so close many of the up-to-date brothers will avail themselves of a trip there during the session. The committee of arrangements there will not overlook anything for the comfort and pleasure of the visiting delegates. We hope every mem- ber on the P. R. R. and B. & O. R. R. have remitted the $1 asked of them for this fund. It J. M. Dolliver, Alternate Div. No. 42. is a small item when we all do our part. It is no more than the other roads have done when the convention was held in their territory, and it should be a pleasure to us to have a chance to reciprocate. We hope all the ho^s from the West Digitized by Google

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832 The Railroad Telegrapher. and South will enjoy themselves while at Balti- more. On the evening of April 10th we had a very good meeting, and were glad to see so many out. L. F. Muncey, Delegate Div. No. 43. Business of importance was discussed and the delegates instructed for the convention. We had with us Bros. Ellis, Wenrich, Rex, who gave good talks, and several of our old-timers also gave their views. If- all the boys would come to the meetings, and make their complaints on the floor of the meeting room, instead of to some farmer who may call for freight at their sta- tion, and section men, etc., we would soon see a great improvement. Those who have not already done so, should pay their dues at once. If you have a grievance, call on or write our chairman, and he will be glad to take it up for you. Don't jump at con- clusions every time you hear a rumor, but investi- gate it and refrain from making any rash state- ments. We expect to have a morning and night meet- ing on May 29th, at which our delegates to the convention will report. Every one interested, please inquire about it in case you don't happen to get an invitation. Every man should be pres- ent who can possibly get off. There will, no doubt, be plenty of eats for all who attend. The Ladies' Auxiliary will likely be invited and help prepare the feast. We want the boys to all get interested in the Ladies' Auxiliary, and help to put them on a financial basis and get more members, so they can help us to a banquet every now and then. It would be nice if we could devise a way to take up a collection and make a donation to the ladies. AU other roads help the Ladies' Auxiliary to get a fund in their treasury so they are in a position to do good and effective work. There is certainly no man on this division who would object to give his mite for a purpose of this kind. Let us designate some one to receive all such contributions divid- ing the territory as may best suit their convenience, and when the work has been completed turn over the amount to the Auxiliary. A liberal con- tribution will enable the ladies who have been wishing to meet us to arrange for a sociable evening, and we should sec that this wish is granted. We hope the local chairman on each division east of Pittsburgh and Erie will get some lady started on a campaign for members, so that every division on the P. R. R. will have a Ladies’ Auxiliary. It will pay to try it. We are glad to learn that Agent Smith, at Daretown, has resumed his place after being off over two months with typhoid fever. He was re- lieved by Ex- Agent Fred Thompson. Bro. Craig Elmer, of Bridgeton, is off sick, re- lieved by Mr. Godfrey. Joe Corsiglia is off nursing a bad knee, caused by an accidental fall. We hope he will soon be around all right. R. B. Law, Delegate Div. No. 43. Bro. W. M. Hitchner, of Pitman, N. J., on a week’s vacation to New York and other places, taking in the sights, accompanied by his brother, T. A. Hitchner. was relieved by Mr. Ware. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 833 Bro. E. M. Coles was one of the lucky boys who won a handsome gold watch in the member- ship contest of last year. He has won three prises and is going right after another. We all W. W. Stirliicg, Delegate Div. No. 43. appreciate what he has done on this division, and congratulate him on his good luck. He wishes to thank the boys for promptly answering all inquiries in regards to this contest. Wildwood Jet. second, Maurice River days and Glassboro third are on bulletin. Mr. Pancoast from the latter point goes back to West Had- donfield. A. B. Cain has resigned and gone with the W. U. This makes another opening. Bro. N. A. Nightingale has started a fruit orchard, and, no doubt, we will be able to get our supply of winter apples from him within a few years. “Fritz” is an enterprising fellow, and we wish him luck. He is adding more to his farm each year, so he must be prospering. Div. Cor. New Yorkv Chicago A, St. Louie R. R. NOTICE. The general committee met in Cleveland on April 4th, and elected Bro. F. F. Cowley, general chairman, and Bro. C. O. Crisenberry, general sec- retary and treasurer. Bro. E. G. Benskin bid in Colby agency, vice Bro. C. O. Battin, resigned, and Mr. Eubanks, a new man, bid in second Latty. Bro. P. D. Russell, agent Old Fort, on vacation, relieved by Bro. R. J. Bowman, relief agent, and Mr. Bird, second Mortimer, by Mr. McKinney, a new man, who later relieved Bro. D. Ei Wolfe, on vacation. Bro. T. S. Sheeley, West Leipsic, on two weeks' vacation, relieved by Mr. Harris. It is now Bro. L. M. Walker, agent and teleg- rapher Townwood. April 16th was telegraphers' day at the probate judges office, Findlay, Ohio. Bright and early in the morning came Bro. E. K. Edmonds, of the C. M. & P. S., in quest of a marriage license, and close upon his heels Bro. D. E. Wolfe, of Morti- mer, for the same purpose, both marrying Ohio girls. Fraternally yours, F. F. Cowlky, G. C. Fourth District — Bro. Hutchens, east end double track, off sick, was relieved by Mr. Lyons. Bro. Avey, of Osborn, while in the hospital, was relieved by Mr. Miller. Bro. Nichols, our newly elected chairman, is a dandy, but he needs our help. We have so many coming and going that one man can not keep track of them all. Let's get together and help him out. Bro. Chas. Shoemaker, of Ft. Wayne, has ac- cepted the position of chief clerk to the general yard master at Stony Island. We all wish him good luck. We will mist his old familiar "S” at “FO.” Some of our dispatchers were compelled to leave their homes in Ft. Wayne on account of the recent Digitized by Google

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834 The Railroad Telegrapher. floods, also conductors, engineers and brakemen, a number losing everything they possessed. The notices to the recent Hammond meeting failed to reach some of the boys. Let us all know about them and have them often, now that the weather is getting good, so we can all get out. V. H. Lefebvee, Alternate Div. No. 43. Telegrapher Schmidt, second Stony Island, has gone with the Western Union in Chicago. Bro. T. Jones and Bro. Riecks, from R. I. Jet., have resigned and hit it for the land of the set- ting sun. Bro. S. D. Cabell is now with the C. M. & St. P. in Milwaukee. I can not hear of all the changes, as I am a “night Owl” now. Drop me a line, boys, and help me out a little. H, Johnson, for many years at “DE,,’ Chicago, one of the oldest men on the road, has been suc- ceeded by Bro. J. F. Ridenour, with twenty-eight years service. It pays $87.50, and this is the first time we have had a brother in one of these po- sitions. Other positions filled on bulletin recently were: Third “FO," Ft. Wayne, Telegrapher Cotterraan; third copier Ft. Wayne, Telegrapher Taylor; sec- ond Valparaiso, Telegrapher Groves; first Rock Island Jet., Bro. C. J. Roth, and second Stony Island, Bro. J. F. Linneman. Eight jobs were bulletined and twenty-five of the boys bid on them. Looks like we all want a change. Bro. Cushman, east end double track, has re* turned from an enjoyable vacation. Who's next? Get in your bids, boys. All come out to the meeting next time, we have one at Hammond, and let's get acquainted. Gy., Cert. 157. New York, Ontario A, Western Ry. Southern Division — One of the new rules proposed in the revised schedule, submitted to the company last November, is an amendment to Article 5, reading: MA letter showing the list of bidders and to whom position has been awarded will be sent to each bidder and the local chairman within seven days after position has been awarded." Whenever a bid is made for a position, even before this rule becomes effective, a copy of such bid should be sent to your local chairman, and will be considered confidential. It will assist in the ad- justment should an application be lost in the mail, and will assure the proper awarding of positions, and will also help your local chairman to know that the applicants have been justly dealt with as regards seniority rights. Do not bid for a position unless, you actually want it and will accept if assigned to you. Seven days' notice are given for vacancies when adver- tised. Look such positions over and make sure that you want a vacancy before bidding, no matter what you think the chances are of securing it. The time for being in good standing expired February 28th. Do not neglect your dues and be a back number. Your committee is doing all that can be done and hopes in a short time to make a favorable report. Give it your assistance by promptly paying your dues and getting the few nons in line. Now is the time when they come in good. Every member stand loyal, do not expect A. A. Lbonaxd, Delegate Div. No. 44. to look over the fence and get the benefit of those laboring for your existence. Give your committee the honor of informing the railroad officials that we are at least 95 per cent strong. Digitized by VjOOQLC.

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 835 Boost 'em along and assist your correspondent, Bro. H. J. DeGraw, by sending him the news along the line. He labors at Cadosia, and his address is Hancock, N. Y. Very fraternally yours, C. L. Cook, Local Chairman. A. F. Heller, Delegate Div. No. 44. Southern Division Notes — A very interesting and enthusiastic meeting of this division was held at Hotel Jones, March 6th, and quite a number of new faces were in evi- dence. Hope you will all come again, as the meet- ings of the division are the proper places to air your grievances and find out what is being done. Bro. L. Wakeman bid in Luzon agency; Bro. C. £. Downie, Mamakating agency, and Bro. R. B. Wright, first Fallsburgh. Bro. S. S. Fish, first Wheeler tower, was re- lieved by Bro. Bruce, Maybee, while on his honey- moon. Bro. FJoyd Wood, second Cadosia, spent Easter with his parents in the northern part of the State, relieved *by Mr. Taylor; and Bro. R. B. Wright with his parents at Worcester, N. Y., relieved by Wm. O’Niel. Bro. Secord resigned Trout Brook agency to go into business. We wish him success. A temporary office was recently opened at Mile Post 132, where the single track is being used while a new bridge is being constructed. Bro. Yonkers, third Roscoe, has been enjoying a trip through the West. The general committee met with General Super- intendent Canfield on March 14th. H. J. DeGraw, Div. Cor. Northern Division — Our committee is trying to get an increase in salary for us. Now is the time to get in the nons, as they will be on hand promptly to accept it when the paymaster pushes it out to them. Bro. Boast, first White Corners, assigned sec- ond Peeksport, and Bro. Loftus, second "SX” tower, assigned first White Corners. Second “SX” tower now up for bid. Bro. Shepardson has the sympathy of all the boys of Division No. 20 in the loss of his dear wife. F. W. Lattimore, agent Westmoreland, is on a three months' leave or more. Position bulletined as a temporary vacancy. C. A. Ten Broeck, agent Pennellville, who at- tended the funeral of Bro. Shepardson's wife, at Smyrna, was relieved by C. B. Conrow. Bro. C. J. Baker, second Minetto, is very sick with pneumonia; relieved by Mr. Conrow. We all hope for his speedy recovery. Bro. J. J. Hartigan, first Oswego, a recent Oneida visitor called on the boys there. Our division is nearly solid, and the good work our committee is doing should enable us to line-up the few nons left. They should not have to be asked when they know their best friends are mem- bers of the O. R. T., who practically feed their families. Don't forget to send me your dues. It is im- possible for me to keep in touch with all the changes without your help. "HK,” Div. Cor., Cert. 1 22. J. S. Thuma, Alternate Div. No. 44. Southern Division — The general committee secured a conference with the management in March, which resulted in increase in pay and improved rules. an did the Digitized by e|ulte< Google

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836 The Railroad Telegrapher. very best we could in every case, the details re- garding of which you will each be fully informed. The rates were to go into effect April ist. The following are now brothers: M. C. Pierce, Burnside; Stephen M. Maddigan, Cooks Falls; C. R. King, Delegate Div. No. 45. VV. F. Crans, Crawford Junction, and Wesley Bell, Main St., Middletown. Mr. Wickham resigned, and third Walton is ad- vertised. Bro. R. B. Wright is now settled in his now home at South Fallsburgh, and the “latch string” is out for all good O. R. T. men. Bro. C. L. Cook represents this division at the Baltimore convention. At least one non-member on this division and one or two ex-members will be both surprised and disappointed when the new schedule is made known. 1 Send in any interesting item of news you may know of, if you wish this division to be repre- sented in The Telegrapher. H. J. De Graw, Div. Cor., Box 206, Hancock, N. Y. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank the telegraphers of Division No. 20, and especially the brothers at Blooming- burgh and Mamakating for their kind words of sympathy and beautiful floral offerings at the time of our great sorrow, the death of our daughter, Ola May. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Pierce. Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton R. R. Toledo Division — With 100 miles of the main line of the C. H. & D. in the flooded district of the great Miami River, and with bridges gone and wash-outs on other divisions, including the bridge across the Miami on the Indianapolis Division, and the bridge over the Wabash on the Springfield Division, the entire system is badly crippled. Tuesday, March 25th, will be remembered as the day of dire and dreadful disaster. Much has been said%f this great flood, but the ability to mould into words the agony and suspense, the despair and' hopelessness, transcends the power of human de- scription. The story exists only in the hearts of those who worked and prayed, endured and coalesced into one bond of human endeavor in its pigmy struggle against the conquering elements. Many lives were lost and the property loss is be- yond estimation, but it will reach millions and millions. Thousands of happy homes 'made sad, many swept entirely away and many rich men made poor in less than a day. It seemed to us that the whole world had changed. The C. H. & D. being in the center of the flooded district was one of roads hit the hardest, and it will take months to restore normal con- ditions. While, on account of lack of communi- cation, a complete report has not' been available as to the losses suffered by our members, it is known that at least twenty -five lost heavily in the C. H. Livsey, Delegate Div. No. 46. flood. The brothers at Hamilton, New River Junc- tion, Middletown, Miamisburg, Whitfield, Dayton, Troy, Piqua, and other points north, were in the worst of it. Local Chairman O’Neal, at New Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 837 River Junction, reports that the residences occu- pied by himself and other brothers there were entirely covered by water, and the brothers with their families were fortunate to escape alive, they took refuge at Trenton, and it is desired to thank D. M. Rogers, Delegate Div. No. 46. Bros. Denise and Esslinger for the most kind and generous treatment extended the distressed broth- ers and their families during the flood. Local Chairman Hoopert reports water up to second- story in his home, and other brothers at Dayton had the same experience or worse. Many de- serve thanks and credit for assistance and heroic work performed, it is impossible at this time to include all that should be said, and it is hoped that none will feel that they have been overlooked. While a number of our brothers lost all or a large part of their household goods and personal prop- erty, we feel grateful indeed that, so far as is known, none of our brothers or members of their families were lost. G. C. Southern Division, First District — CARD OF THANKS. New River Jct., Ohio, March 17, 1913. Bro. Dyas and myself wish to thank Bros. Denise and Esslinger, of Trenton, for the brotherly love shown ourselves and families during the flood, by giving us shelter and food for our loved ones and showing us all the attention that could be shown. This is brotherly love, the one great thing our grand 0. R. T. means. Respectfully yours, Geo. M. O’Neal, L. C . Second District , South — Tuesday morning, March 25th, we awoke to the realization of the fact that the C. H.'& D. was temporarily no railroad at all, caused by a flood that will go down in history as the most disastrous that ever visited this section of the country. Every railroad in Ohio suffered more or less from the high water. The cities of Piqua, Troy, Dayton, Ham- ilton and Miamisburg were the hardest hit on this line, but numerous other cities and towns in the State were heavy losers. Miles of railway, numer- ous bridges and almost numberless buildings, large and small, were washed away, and the monetary loss will reach well into the millions in Ohio. The State has suffered more loss of life and prop- erty than any of the recent disasters, regardless of location, has caused. Every dispatcher and telegrapher fortunate enough to escape responded to the call for help, and worked day and night to help bring hack normal conditions and rush along the relief trains sent from the North, carry- ing provisions, etc., to the stricken people. It takes good heads to handle situations of this kind, and the boys on this division upheld their reputa- tion in this respect. We hope, however, that we may never be called upon to witness another such disaster, with its attendant suffering and loss of life and property. J. H. Randall, Jr., Delegate Div. No. 46. More or less regular train service was estab- lished into Dayton about April 5th. A very large force of men and the very best of working mate- rial and machinery was rushed to the front by the management, and knowing what to do and Digitized by Google

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838 The Railroad Telegrapher. bow to do it will work wonders in a very short time. The March election of local chairmen of System Division 21 developed but one change — Bro. G. O. S. Travis, Alternate Div. No. 46. A. Seithman, second Erie Jet., Lima, being elected for the Second District, South, vice Bro. P. E. Jinkins, who for several years has represented the brothers on this division, who retired, knowing that his work was well done and that his efforts in behalf of the Order were appreciated by all. We now ask every brother to assist the new local chairman to keep this district in the same good shape in which he found it, and improve it it possible. On April 1st, out of a total of forty-one teleg- raphers North — Dayton to Lima, inclusive — all but seven or eight are in line, and three of them have called fo* and been furnished application blanks, showing that they are desirous of helping in the good work, and we know they will never regret it. A few hundred per cent gain on any investment looks good to any wide-awake business man, and it should look better to a telegrapher, who is investing thevbest years of his life in his profession. We desire to see this division 100 per cent strong before the July issue of cards. Let's see if we can't make this the banner divi- sion of this system. Up to June 30, 1913, $7.01 will pay the initia- tion fee and dues, including the $1 for the mutual benefit department. Before we secured the last two schedules that amount sounded large, as we were working for an average salary of $50 a month, but since then, with $60 as our low mark, it certainly looks like a splendid investment, which virtually means trading $10 for $120. Your local chairman has plenty of application blanks, ready to mail, and all of us would be more than pleased to see every non’s name signed to one of them. Then we could call every man “brother.” Just call np the man at Erie Jet. and say, “Send me an appli- cation blank,” and then hurry to the post office, for it will be there on the first mail train. Since the flood we have not heard the cheery voices answering the phone at North Dayton, but, with a big squad of wire-workers out, we will probably be hooked up with them k again before you read this. Bro. Marker, at “AK” tower, has become quite an electrician, having rebuilt the dispatch- ing phono several times, but presume he lost a wheel, as we have not heard from him for sev- eral nights, and we long to hear that jolly **ba! ha!” which shakes the nearby offices. Curtis needs a good repair man, and if Marker succeeds in making a good phone out of a poor one, he is assured of a position helping to keep the fire- alarm, train-order system in repair. Bro. Coomler, at “MO,” seems to be able to use two phones and two tickers at one time during the rush, doing three or four things at a time. He has certainly been a busy “kid.” The boys are anxious for a meeting at Lima some Sunday morning in the near future. As W. T. Sullivan, Alternate Div. No. 46. soon as train service is restored to normal condi- tions, there will be no trouble in arranging one, as it has already been suggested to our general chairman, and all will be notified in due time. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 839 Two division superintendents and two or three dispatchers in Dayton lost practically all their furniture, clothing, etc., during the flood. They have the sympathy of all the boys. A. E. Clarke, Delegate Div. No. 47. Bro. Mike Sullivan is now at Gravel pit, extra, but would rather be back at dear “SW." The president’s special was the first train out of Dayton for the north, leaving there at 6:35 p. m. on April 5th, and extra precautions were used in safeguarding it from Dayton to Piqua, on account of the new work being done, including bridges washed out by the flood. This train went over the Second District on March 31st, but was unable to go further south than Piqua. It re- turned to Deshler and detoured over various lines, reaching Dayton from the south — quite a long way around — as Piqua is only twenty-seven miles from Dayton. ^ The dispatcher’s office was temporarily moved to Lima, leaving only Dispatcher Williams at Dayton to guard against another flood. The water has to reach about an eight-foot stage to float his hat away. We note with pleasure the monthly write-up in our journal of other roads keeping the member- ship advised as to what is being done in various parts of the country, but nothing from the C. H. & D. north of Dayton. Bro. Seithman, at Erie Jet., Lima, O., has been appointed correspondent for this district — Dayton to Lima — and would be pleased to have the brothers furnish him with all the items of interest they can scare up of current doings or prospective happenings. One individual can not hear of all the items, and it will only require a sheet of paper, a postage stamp and a few minutes of time for each one to send him the changes', etc., in their respective localities, which will all make interesting reading. Let him have them not later than the twentieth of each month. It will all be of interest to our mem- bership. Cert. 207. Springfield Division — Bro. C. S. Singleton and wife, of Blooming- dale, on a visit at Columbus, Ohio, and Roanoke, Va., relieved by Relief Agent V. R. Thomas. Bro. J. H. Stark, agent Hume, has returned after three months’ vacation spent in Texas and Louisiana. Bro. Horn beck is back on second East Spring- field. He and his wife have been in Texas for the last six months for the latter’s health. Both are looking well. Mr. Bowling, second “FN,” who bid in second Decatur, will join shortly. Bro. D. E. Greene, agent LaPlace, relieved Bro. A. L. Kay, agent Hammond, while he attended court at Monticello. “B.” Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry. CORRECTION. Cedar Rapids, Iowa, April 20, 1913. The write up from the C. & M. Division and Janesville Lines, page 427, in the March Teleg- rapher, states that Bro. C. F. Lucas, of Wads- W. M. Flynn, Alternate Div. No. 47. worth second, has gone into the feed mill busi- ness there, and ought to be able to carry a card now. This is to advise that Bro. C. F. Lucas has Cert. 2066 in Division No. at^having ioined Digitized by vjOOQI-C

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840 The Railroad Telegrapher. March 21, 1911, air'd has never been delinquent in any term. The item for March was in error, and this statement is to correct »t. Eo. R. Derrickson, Gen. Secy, and Treas., Division No. 23. A. E. Roberts, Delegate Div. No. 49. C. & M . Division and Janesville Line — The write-up for April was received too late for publication. If some of the boys would send in some items occasionaly it sure would help out. All tjie poles between Roundout and Chicago being down, and for over a week we had no Janes- ville Line wire, the dispatchers working that line from “RX” office, Roundout. The telegraph crew setting poles for the automatics was called away to help replace the poles blown down. The auto- matics will be in working order about July 1st. This will close the second and third tricks of four offices. Signal bridges at all towers on the C. & M.' have been raised eighteen inches on account of the danger to brakemen riding tops of high cars. On the night of April 18th the engine on stock train No. 72 blew up, while running in front of Franksville, burning and scalding Engineer Pharr and Fireman Stubbs, and fatally scalding Burt Spencer, riding in the cab. All were hurried to Milwaukee hospital by a light extra. Bro. F. G. Lucas, who recently relieved Bro. C. F. Lucas, on second Wadsworth, a few days, also relieved Bro. J. R. Porter on first there, while off sick. Bro. A. S. Moorhouse is again on Oakwood third, Mr. Guyner having migrated to Texas. Bro. Tom Ryam, second A-23, off several days, was relieved by Mr. Toohey of second Warrenton, closed, until his return. The new electric head lights can be see ten miles. • Our former dispatcher, C. D. Devlin, has been promoted to night chief on the C. ft A. at Bloom- ington. We all congratulate Charlie and wish him success. Second Somers and Edgewater agency are open for bids. Bro. McCann, second Russell, is being relieved by J- P. Quinn, from Division No. 91. H. C. Thompson has gone to his farm, relieved by Mr. Olson, fresh from the “Ham Factory/* The boys are having a glorious time breaking him in. Bro. M. J. Gould, agent Ranney, talks insurance with the farmers when they call for freight and milk tickets. Crrt. 2316. Kansas City Division — Bro. Perry, at 'Bidwell, and Bro. Perry, of Braymer, are mourning the loss of their father, who died at Braymer. Mr. Perry had been stay- ing with his son at Braymer, where he was taking treatment. The funeral was held at Bidwell. The sympathy of all members goes to the Perry brothers. John Pogue worked second “DS” a few days, while Dispatcher Clapp was off; Cockrell, who S. P. Duffy, Delegate Div. No. 51. relieved Pogue on the loop job, also relieved Bro. W. C. Bell, second Washington, a few days. During an attack of measles Bro. F. O. Gold was relieved on third Laredo by Bill McCue. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 841 Bro. Everette T. Putnam has left the “Q” and gone to the C. St P. M. & O. at Omaha. Two former Kansas City Division officials were given a boost lately, J. F. Anderson transferred, from the LaCrosse to the C. & C. B. as train- J. G. Rothrock, Delegate Div. No. 5a. master at Perry, and J. F. Richards to the Coast Division as superintendent. On April ist the force of four operators in the dispatcher's office at Ottumwa Jet. was reduced to three, shoving Nolan and Sanford back on second and third, and Tuomey on extra, forcing Bro. Wright to work both ends on first trick. It is reported one of the boys at Chillicothe is about to be married, but as there are three “eligibles” there, we don’t know which one it is. Beistle is now relieving Gatson at Polo. “Kid” McCarthy relieved Bro. Evans on third Chillicothe a few nights recently. Post, a new man, went to Amana, and Shaw on extra again. Life in New Germany was not to Shaw's liking. Amana at this date has not been re-assigned. The job seems to go a-begging. These items are being written at Laredo, where the writer is relieving on second until Bro. Herd- man returns. On account of the rather slack busi- ness the work at this terminal is not as strenuous as it is at other times. If it wasn’t for the work connected with diverting several hundred cars of ties per month, there would be little to do just now. Bro. Carl Busick is making a hit here as agent and, yard master. Bro. Hatfield, who has been here so long that he knows all about the lay-out, has bought himself a home here. Bro. “Gus” McCarthy, who works second Chula and stays at Sturges, his home, has pigs and cows “galore,” and must be fairly coining money. • Those who are planning to take a vacation May 1st and later, better notify the chief dispatcher as far in advance as possible, for it is usually easier to get transportation than it is relief at this time of the year when the vacations begin. When you were born and raised in Iowa, that old State naturally looks the best, but this fine sunshiny weather makes even “Missoury” look good; and it was only last week that the weather was so fierce and “Snake River” out in front of the depot here in Laredo, was half a mile wide. The east end boys will be sorry to see Con- ductor Frank Bell leave, for he was the best natured trainman up there. Frank is entering business for himself in Cedar Rapids. No notes received from anyone this month, but perhaps some of the boys will come across next month and help out the division correspondent. Let’s help Bro. Gallagher cut down the list of nons and delinquents, and not be timid about finding out if our next door neighbor has one of those blue paste boards in his card case. Scoffing at the “Safety First” idea won’t do any good. The section foreman will say that a good way to put the theory into practice would be to increase the track force to make the roadbed safe. That may be true all right, but it don’t release any of us from taking an active interest in trying to prevent injury and boosting the “Safety First” principles. W. A. Hamilton, Alternate Div. No. 52. This is the season of the year when the “roving fever” gets under the skin of the telegrapher with “boomer” tendencies. Better stay with the old Milwaukee, boys. You come pretty close to get- e ting a square deal here, if any where. Digitized by C ogl A

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842 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Jones, of Braymer, is much improved, but has not yet returned to work. Note Bro. Knight's card of thanks. Bro. Knight has just recovered from a very severe attack of Keep after the nons, boys, Tell them what O. R. T. is. Don't never let them rest, boys. But put them next to "biz.” T. M. Boyd, Delegate Div. No. 53. typhoid pneumonia, which has left him in such con- dition that he is advised by the doctors to seek a dryer climate, so he has decided to go to Mon- tana, and the company has transferred him to the Puget Sound lines. He expects to be placed at Miles City. We hope he will have good luck and regain his health in the West. The following amounts were subscribed for his relief by the boys, during his illness: Marion Line, $14.50; Middle Division, $12.50; West Division, $18.75; Qit off, $15.00. Mr. Hollis, who was called home owing to his wife's illness, has returned to Lawson. D. J. Martin, relieved “Kid” McCarthy for a few days* visit at home. Cxbt. 2205. ALWAYS DO YOUR BEST. (By C. J. C., Cert. 1986.) Pound the key right, boys, Pound it with a will, Deliver the orders right, boys, Do it with skill. Put me down for one, boys. Who won't let one of them rest, I don't think they know, boys. What is for best. CARD OF THANKS. I wish to express my thanks to the brothers and sisters on the Kansas City Division for the won- derful help extended; and also for the many beautiful flowers sent me during my recent sick- ness. L. W. K WIGHT. Hastings & Dakota Division — The O. R. T. dance and social held at Bristol on March 25th was a success despite the bad weather and die delayed trains. Much credit must be given to the boys who purchased tickets beforehand, which defrayed all expenses. The Bristol people came to the rescue, and about twenty-five couple were present, all of- whom had an excellent time. The supper at Thompson's restaurant was served in good style. The Bristol people know how to treat strangers and make them feel at home. H. J. Had dow. Delegate Div. No. 53. Don’t delay the trains, boys, Listen for your call, You’ll be treated right, boys, If you “hit the ball.” The Lily Brothers' four-piece orchestia gave the finest music possible, and everyone praised them very highly. They certainly understand their business. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 843 Eleven dollars has been on deposit in the State Bank of Holmquist to the credit of the H. & D. boys of the O. R. T., and it is hoped that we can make this an annual affair, which will be L. B. Stab ns. Delegate Div. No. 53. taken up at our next meeting, with a view of establishing an O. Ik T. club, to which all up- to-date O. R. T. members will be eligible. This will be a great benefit in creating interest in our beloved Order. Let's see that all the nons get an up-to-date, so they can come to the club meetings and bring their wives, sweethearts, sis- ters or mothers. Would appreciate it very much if all of the members of the division would send me some items for our write-up each month on or before the fifteenth, so I can send them to Bro. Quick in time for publication in our journal. Bro. W. J. Collins, third Cologne, on vacation to his home in Emmettsburg, Iowa, was relieved by Bro. E. J. Ruhmeers. We often wonder how the trainmen ever man- aged to run a train before phones were installed, judging from the way they plump down in our chairs now as soon as we get up, and butt in on the dispatchers. It seems absolutely necessary that they personally should ask about all trains on the division. However, we have a few good union conductors who understand the rules and have decency enough to keep their places. We are pretty near solid on the east H. & D. Bro. J. M. Daniels goes to second Montevideo yard, a new office, relieved on Ortonville second by Bro. Walt Harris, who later bid in second Odessa, vice George Scobie, who took second Waubay, vice J. Rindal, who went to second Selby, S. D., Fred Fleming, Alpena, S. D., going to third Odessa. After the ice business was over one man was cut off at Ortonville, putting Bro. Baker on second and Bro. R. F. Walker on first, a six-hour trick. Bro. S. L. Winn bid in second Milbank; third there still on bulletin. - H. C. Churchill, Div. Cor. 7. & D, Division — Bro. W. C. Smith appointed agent and operator at Everly, relieved on second North McGregor, pending bulletin, by R. T. Ray. Bro. L. P. Dunn resigned to go out on the P. S. extension, relieved on bid on North McGregor third by R. P. Mullis. Second Marion Jet. on bulletin. E. G. Dwyer appointed to second Chamberlain, S. D.; J. J. Curtis, agent and operator Chancellor; Bro. A. H. Seefeld, second Calmar. We had heavy rain and snow storms over the entire division and especially over the Black Hill section, during the latter part of March! There was no train service west of Chamberlain for several days. Get hard after the nons. A phoner has no excuse for not having a card. He comes in with us and his bread and butter comes from the same source as ours, and he ought to help pay for it. When he has a grievance to air he is right there with the schedule that the rest of the boys helped him get. If it’s properly put up to them they will respond, as they are a fine bunch to work T. T. Cull, Delegate Div. No. 53. with. There is much more to be gone after, and we want all the backing we can get. Every man who gets a non helps that much more. You can all see what thorough organization has done in Digitized by Google

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844 The Railroad Telegrapher. other departments, where they are getting much better pay than we are. This division has some of the heaviest telegraph position and agencies on the road. Organization does the trick, and every non secured is one step nearer the goal. If you can’t get them, remem- E. Mulvihill, Delegate Div. No. 53. ber our motto: “No card, no favors.” Point out to them the benefits of our new schedule, how much better our standing is than it used to be. Agent R. J. Taylor, Charles City, while on vaca- tion to California, was relieved by Bro. W. C. Smith. They are getting a new passenger station there, and we would like to see a new depot at several other places along the line. Mr. Hartley, a new man, is at Beach. Bro. H. H. Britton has resigned Sanborn agency, and it is again on bulletin, owing to an error in the first bulletin. Brothers, watch the conductor who takes a train order or a message over the phone. He can not work but nine hours in every twenty- four, according to the Federal law; also see that he gets his 50 cents for a call. If we keep close tab on these fellows, as we should, we can bring the conductors’ phoning to a close mighty quick. Rube. S. C. & D. Division — Bro. C. T. Plumb, of Utica, bid in Ethan, and understand Bro. Maysonholder, of Mapleton, drew Gayville, but no announcement yet to that effect nor of the appointment at Utica “DS” second side table or Charter Oak second. The bulletin maker will have to brush up or get called. It’s Bro. H. J. Taylor now at Mapleton. Send your old Telegraphzbs to the nous. It will show them who we are. Gas-electric motive power will probably be pot on some of the branch passenger runs — Sioux Falls to Egan and Tripp to Stickney — and Tripp may be made a continuous service telegraph office. Can anyone figure out why an agent will stand in his own light by having a student helper around, beating himself out of the opportunity of ever getting a paid helper? The Baltimore convention will have passed into history when you read this, and some important legislation passed to help us to become more thor- oughly organized. Cnrr. 15. C. & C. B. — In Iowa Division — Mrs. F. F. Foster, Elwell second, off a few days, was relieved by E. J. Kusera, from Elberon. Bro. R. E. Heath, relieving Bro. R. C. Hutson, Slater tower third, on vacation, will shortly take a six months’ leave. After visiting his parents in Minnesota he will go west for his health. Grading and construction work for the new double track has been resumed at various points. Bro. R. M. C. Condon, Covington second, bid in Potter second, vice Mr. Collins to Huxley, ex- tra. Bro. Slack, agent Huxley, while recovering from an operation, was relieved by Bro. Oleson, C. B. Waid, Delegate Div. No. 53. from Council Bluffs, and he by Mr. Snyder, from second Cambridge. Bro. Case, Aspinwall, is off duck shooting, Bro. Patten, from Yorkshire, relieving. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 845 Bro. M. B. Leonard, agent Atkins, while off sick, was relieved by Mrs. Leonard, Bro. R. £. Heath relieving her on second. Do not violate the nine-hour law. We fought hard to get it and we want to keep it by living up to its requirements. D. C. Wells, Delegate Div. No. 53. The Pacific Limited new steel transcontinental train between Chicago and California recently put in service, is certainly a “hummer,” and marks the acme of perfection in everything. Bro. A. E. Fiola, agent Weston, off sixty days taking treatment for inflammatory rheumatism, relieved by Mr. Campbell. Bro. A. H. Claussen, Newhall second, while visiting his parents at Sabula also went to Omaha to look over the tornado damage, relieved by Bro. R. S. Harrington, who also relieved Bro. A. J. Gibson, Van Horn’s third, while visiting a sister at Colfax. Bro. H. C. Knight, from Keystone, relieved R. E. High, Maxwell second, on account of sick- ness. He has been with us a year now, and we must line him up. Keep your eye on that new telegraphers’ eight- hour bill pending in 'Congress, described in the August, 191a, Telegrapher, favorably reported on by the committee on foreign and interstate com- merce of the House. Bro. McGuire, Cambridge second, off to Mis- souri on sick leave, relieved by Bro. T. M. Phee, from third, and he by Bro. H. C. Knight. A hard-shell non on the Middle Division gives as a reason for not joining that he is soon going into the undertaking business. This old excuse makes us suspicious that he prefers to work among the dead ones. Cut. 1408. River , C. V. & Wabasha Division — Bro. S. F. Fast, on vacation, was relieved by C. D. Hartley, and he on second Hastings yard by C. D. Pearson, extra. On Hartley’s return he went on third and Morrow on second, Pearson going to Mendota. Bro. W. G. Hanson, while on his claim in South Dakota, was relieved by Bro. C. W. Work- man. H. A. Jones has resumed Newport agency, Bro. W. J. Martin relieving Bro. A. E. Erickson at Langdon. The signal department has started changing the block signals from lower to upper quadrant working east from Hastings. If the signals at the other offices work as hard as westbound sig- nal at Hastings, there will be numerous glass arms before long. It was necessary to put a piece of gas pipe about a foot long on the end of the lever to give us a longer leverage to enable us to handle it comfortably. A gas-electric car put on the run between Hast- ings and Cologne, on the time of No. 203, seems to do the business very well. It handles a com- bination car as a trailer, for the mail and express. The gas-electric car, which was made by the Gen- eral Electric Company, has an eight-cylinder gas engine to furnish power to the dynamo and a smaller engine to use as a starter for the large one. The car is finished in first-class style, and J. J. Brennan, Delegate Div. No. 53. has a smoking compartment in it. A similar car was put in service on the Wabasha Division be- tween Wabasha and Faribault, and we under- stand twenty more of them are to be put in serv- Digitized by Google

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846 The Railroad Telegrapher. ice in this territory to handle the short-haul pas- senger business. We were all shocked to hear of the sudden death of Superintendent F. H. Myers, April 8th, R. L. Whits, Alternate Div. No. 53. at his home in Minneapolis, as no one thought he was seriously sick. A paper was sent over the main line of this division and the Stillwater line and $14.25 raised to purchase flowers for the funeral. A very pretty floral design was bought, representing a shield about thirty inches in diameter, with a white center, on which were the initials “F. H. M.” This piece was sent on the funeral train to Leaf River, III., where the interment was made. W. J. Thiele, our new superintendent, was for- merly chief dispatcher on this division and later trainmaster on the II. & D. Division, with head- quarters at Montevideo. Let us all do all in our power to show him that we are glad to see him back and that we are doing our work well. We sincerely congratulate him on his promotion. Cert. 2038. ' Superior Division — Bro. J. St. John, called to Neilsville on busi- ness a few days, was relieved by Bro. W. O. Allen. Bro. A. J. Stewart, first Ellis Jet., doing exti'a dispatching at Channing, is being relieved by Bro. Bergstadt, relieved by Bro. Merrick, a new man from the C. & N. W. Bro. A. Holmes, second Amberg, while spend- ing a few days at his old home, was relieved by R. S. Bruner, from the D. S. S. & A. Bro. W. O. Allen and W. J. Luth, of Ply- mouth, attended the recent meeting of the Cream City Telegraphers* Club at Milwaukee. Everyone who can should attend these meetings, as they are of great benefit. Bro. Stephenson will leave shortly and spend a couple of months on his farm at Marshfield. Bro. Collins, second Elkhart Lake, while visit- ing his parents at New Albion, Iowa, was relieved by F. H. Larkin, of W. U., Chicago, who also relieved Bro. C. F. Goodall, second Depore, off several weeks sick. Bro. C. R. Scheibe, agent Greenleaf, now hag a helper. The side wire job at Channing is to be bul- letined. Bro. Wicker, second Pembine, off a few days was relieved by Bro. Holmes. Div. Coa. Prairie du Chien and Mineral Point Divisions — General Chairman Soyster and General Secre- tary and Treasurer Derrickson held a meeting at Madison, Wis., April 12th, in the City Council chambers, for the purpose of organizing the ex- clusive agents of the St. Paul System. Agents were present from Sioux Falls, Yankton, Aber- deen and Mitchell, S. D.; Albert Lea, Faribault, Stillwater, North field. Red Wing and Winona, Minn.; Mason City, Sioux City, Spaulding, Perry, Cedar Rapids, Ottumwa and Des Moines, Iowa; Houghton and Menominee, Mich.; Oshkosh, Eao Claire, Janesville, Beloit, Fond du Lac, Marinette. Grand Rapids, LaCrosse, Green Bay and Madison, O. L. Butt**, Alternate Div. No. 53. Wis.; Elgin, Savanna, Freeport and Rockford, 111.; Kansas City, Mo., and Fargo, N. D. We were all sorry to learn of the death, on April 7th, of our beloved brother, H. W. Brock- Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 847 way, agent Albany, Wis. He was born in Milan, Ohio, June 4, 1845, and enlisted in 1863 with Company B, First Wisconsin Heavy Artillery, serving until the close of the war. He was a D. Topham, Alternate Div. No. 53. member of Albany Lodge, A. F. & A. M., of the Odd Fellows, Modern Woodmen and O. R. T. He came to the C. M. & St. P. as a telegrapher in 1870, and went to Albany as agent in 1883. A suitable floral emblem was purchased for his funeral by his O. R. T. brothers. Mr. 'Heitsman, a new man, is on second Cross Plains. Bro. Hitchcock, McFarland second, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Schuh, a new man. Bro. Babcock, third levcrman Monona tower, is on the sick list, relieved by Brantmeyer. F. H. Myers, superintendent of River Division, formerly superintendent of Prairie du Chien and Mineral Point Divisions, died at his home in Minneapolis, April 8th. The remains were taken to Leaf River, 111., for burial. Bro. Olson, Eagle second, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Thatcher and he on third by Mr. Orht, a new man from North Prairie. Bro. Doubleday, formerly on third Lone Rock, spent a few days on this division recently, shak- ing hands with the boys. He holds a very re- sponsible position as chief clerk and stenographer for an official at Gary, Ind. Bro. Tegan, agent Albany, off on account of sickness in his family, was relieved by Mr. How- ard, agent Brownton, and he by Mr. Schuh. Lima Center office, until further notice, will •be closed on Sunday. Presume Bro. Millard has no objection. There seem to be some new men on this division not holding cards. Get after them and make them “come across." Remember: “No card, no favors.” Train service on the W. W. line has been re- sumed, but the roadbed is not yet in normal con- dition, and two work trains are being used there continually. High water in the Wisconsin River caused considerable damage along the main line, but it is gradually falling, and we are glad to state that Bro. Lathrop, agent at Bridgeport, es- caped the crisis. Bro. Vaughan, extra, is assist- ing the brothers at Wauzeka, owing to the rush of business caused by the floods. Bro. Lempman and wife are spending their vacation in Florida. Div. Coa. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The benign and gracious Father has seen fit to call to his everlasting home our beloved brother, H. W. Brock way; in memory of our Sam Johnson, Delegate Div. No. 54. departed co-worker and in sympathy with his relatives and friends, be it Resolved , By the members of Division No. 23, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to the members of the family of our deceased Digitized by Google

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848 The Railroad Telegrapher. brother our heartfelt sympathy in their sad hour of bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the family of the deceased brother, a copy B. E. Nason, Delegate Div. No. 54. spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy be forwarded to The Telegrapher for pub- lication. R. H. Tegan, B. Regan, A. H. Wright, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Albany, Wis., April ii, 1913. To the Members of the O. R. T. : Mrs. H. Brockway and family extend their thanks to all for your sympathy in our bereavement at the loss of our husband and father; also for the beautiful floral offering contributed as a token of your esteem. Mas. H. Brock way and Family. Wisconsin Valley Division — Mr, Livernash, extra dispatcher at Wausau during the' winter, returned to Necedah agency and resigned to accept position as cashier in the bank there. Bro. G. R. Manthey bid in the vacancy. Bro. Wake is after Star Lake agency, and Bro. West is on second there, pending bulletin. Mr. Parker, whom we hope to call "brother” soon, bid in South Brokaw. Business has dropped off considerably, and along with it went our night chief’s job. All the dispatchers are back again. The recent flood at Heights, caused by Ac ice jam in the Wisconsin River hacking the water up, washed the tracks so badly there that it was necessary to transfer passengers for three days. The second day number one and two were de- toured via the “Soo” and Northwestern. Remember, "No card, no favors.’* Get after the non you are working with and try to land him. We need all of them to help keep the bail rolling. Czst. mo. . S. M. Division — Bro. Menton M. Kellogg, who was paralyzed and rendered helpless December 7, 1907, died of con- sumption at his home in Spring Valley, Minn.. March 29, 1913. He was night telegrapher there after he graduated from the high school at that place in 1895, and also served the C. M. ft St. P. as agent at Kinbrae, Minn., and at Coleman, S. D. (where he was married), for four years. Skilled, physicians and specialists all treated his malady without avail. He leaves besides his wife and daughter Bernice 5 >4 years old, his father, a brother and one sister, to mourn his death. Bro. Kellogg was an enthusiastic member from . the time he joined in 1902, well liked by all who knew him and will be missed by the boys along the line. His funeral on April 2d was attended by Bros. Geo. B. Turner, local chairman; W. O. Burnett, T. P. Horton, Geo. Nolte, S. Hendrickson and H. H. Ellsworth, Delegate Div. No. 54. J. W. Barber, former local chairman of this divi- sion. Bro. Harry Brown, of Egan, S. D., took a month off, relieved by A. E. Lambert, from the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 849 S. D. C. Ry., and filed on a claim at Sumatra, Mont, where he expects to move this fall. Bro. W. A. Sellman, on the sick list for a month, is back again on third trick at Egan. I. N. Holmes, Delegate Div. No. 54. Bro. Frank Bloom, of Garden City, on the sick list a few days, relieved by Bro. A. D. Stedham. Bro. F. E. Burdett, at Chandler, has also been on the sick list, but with the assistance of his able helper, Bro. Mat Balrud, has been able to keep up his work. Bro. W. P. Kennevan, of Lakefield, while visit- ing friends and relatives at Sherburn and Man- kato, was relieved by Bro. O. Theopolis. Bro. Robertson, Jackson third, on vacation, is being relieved by Mr. Lascombe, who comes well recommended and will soon be with us. Bro. C. J. Cawley, of Pipestone, has returned from a month's visit in California, relieved by L. B. Vinard, of Wessington Springs. The company is relaying steel between Egan and Madison, and gravel trains will soon be on. When this piece of track is brought up to the standard a large part of the Coast freight business will probably go this way. Owing to weather conditions and irregular train service it was deemed best not to call the pro- posed meeting at Madison until Bro. Turner re- turns from the Baltimore convention, and his trip to Florida and other points of the South, when he assures us he will hold a series of meetings at different points along the division, and give us a full account of the convention doings and his trip. I hope every man who can possibly do so will turn out to these meetings and learn of the progress of the grand old O. R. T. and the wonderful amount of good it is doing for its members. Cert. 324. CARD OF THANKS. Spring Valley, Minn., April 4, 1913. To the Members of the S. M. Division No. 23, O. R. T.: Please accept our sincere thanks for the beauti- ful floral design and expression of sympathy accompanying same at funeral of our husband, father, son and brother, Menton M. Kellogg, and also for the financial aid given him during his long illness. Mrs. Fannie C. Kellogg, Bernice S. Kellogg, W. L. Kellogg, Milo L. Kellogg, Clara E. Kellogg. Trans. Mo. Division , Puget Sound Lines — Phoner Miss Blanche Hale, who relieved Bro. Kelly, second Morristown, was relieved by Phoner Miss Julia Dunn. Bro. Kelly relieving the agent at Gascoyne a few days. Later Miss Dunn re- lieved Phoner Miss Flossy Holms at Thunder Hawk for several days. Bro. R. B. Rouck, third McLaughlin, took in the O. R. C. dance at ,Mobridge on March 31st, relieved by Ex-Bro. Cadwell, now on second Mar- marth. We are glad to have, him with us again, and hope he will lose no time in getting rid of the “Ex.” Bro. Houck will probably go to the branch as dispatcher when the stock begins to roll. As no appointment made for Reeder third, Phoner Miss McGrain, there now, will probably remain. Clyde Bartee, Delegate Div. No. 54. Bro. Bullert has returned from his honeymoon to third Lemmon. He was relieved by Bro. Rus- sell R. Kirby, who returned to Mahto, relieving Mr. Case. Digitized by v^ooQle

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850 The Railroad Telegrapher. Third Wakpala again closed. United we stand, divided we fall, so remember, “No card, no favors.** Recent appointments are: J. C McGrane, sec- ond Rhame; Bro. Williams, agent Ives; Bro. E. R. Rowan, Delegate Div. No. 54. Laird, second, and G. J. Clements, first, and W. J. Dickson, third Marmarth; Bro. Rodenbough, third dispatcher’s office Mobridge; Bro. Holman, relay office Mobridge, and Miss Mildred McGrane, third Reeder. First Bowman open ninety days, while Bro. Fielder takes a trip to California. Bro. and Mrs. Frankenberger are sojourning in Indiana, relieved by Mr. Thompson, who has a claim out near Eagle Butte. It will soon be Bro. Mulleague, agent at Gas- coyne. Ex-Bro. Kennedy, from Division No. 23, is working second dispatcher’s office Mobridge. He has promised to line-up again in the near future. Our branch lines are solid, also the main line, with a few exceptions, which can be made so with very little work. Any brother wishing to secure one of the fine premiums offered by the Order should get busy. "A. Mutt” AND ClRT. 1775. Rocky Mountain Division — Bro. J. W. Ezell, Cert. 234, Division No. 93, is in the Pennsylvania penitentiary,' a yard master being accidentally killed while engaged in a fight with him. Bro. Ezell claims he did not get a fair trial, and is endeavoring to obtain money with which to fight for his freedom. Bro. C. Huyck, Rygate, Mont., a personal friend, is selling a hand-carved bone stylus Bro. Ezell is making, with a paper cut- ter on the reverse end. I have purchased ooe, and it is well worth the money without into consideration the fact that by purchasing qn* you are helping out a brother in need. The stylus writes well and does not tear the tissue. Your money will be well invested. Write Bro. Huyck, Rygate, Mont., enclosing 50 cents, and get the stylus by return mail. Don’t lay this aside, boys, act now and thus - do your part in helping Bro. Ezell to raise the money to reopen his case. D. R. Snyder goes to Butte relay. W. H. Holly is at “GS” temporarily. T. L. Ballew has returned from a visit to the coast. N. P. Hansen came in from his ranch recently for his old trousers. Bro. Clark, first “FO,” wants us all to answer up promptly for the '*37.” Bro. D. G. Goggins. who relieved Mr. Priddy on third “FO” (who returned to Lombard), was relieved on first Butte yard by Bro. C. J. Lynch, with Geo. See on sec- ond, and Bro. Beiser on third there. H. W. Barnard, recently assigned to the new position at Willow Creek, is temporarily on third. Piedmont. Don’t overlook Article XVII, Section 3 of the new schedule, which entitles you to $( a day in addition to your salary for this class of work. And wlien you receive this money, remem- ber the good old O. R. T. which gets it for you through organization. R. W. Baku (Deceased), Delegate Div. No. 54. Mr. and Mrs. Miles, first and second Piedmont, who dropped out about a year ago on account of an imaginary grievance, still take the increases the O. R. T. gets for them. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 851 Ex-Bro. Marcotte, from the O. S. L., is on third Donald, expects to join again soon. Bro. W. B. Bradley opened the new temporary office at Newcomb gravel pit. R. F. Graham, Delegate Div. No. 54. Bro. J. W. Thompson who was marooned in the flood district back in Ohio, when the water reached above the second story of the houses, we are all pleased to learn is safe. Bro. E. M. Kay, agent Maudlow, is eating cheese and crackers all alone. Bro. W. F. Fielding is agent at Ringling, vice Bro. H. D. Hughes, transferred to second Sum- mit. Bro. J. J. Early returned from a trip to Pennsylvania, relieving Bro E. S. Bleichner, wbo was transferred to second Lombard. Mr. Hebert is on second Martinsdale. Bro. Clark, from Division No. 93, is relieving Bro. C. D. Sill on third Summit. Cert. 1489. Coast Division — Bro. O. H. Guttonmson, second Tide Flats, Tacoma, has resumed his position as weighmaster at Tacoma yards; relieved by J. L. Napier, extra. Bro. Ed. R. Derrickson, general secretary and treasurer, who visited with his mother and Bro. H. I. Derrickson at Kent, Wash., recently, made a general visit among the boys on this division. Mrs. Derrickson returned to Cedar Rapids with him. Bro. H. I. Derrickson bid in second “FD," Tacoma, vice J. L. Napier, who has gone with his family to Bidwell, Iowa, owing to the illness of his father and mother. Bro. W. H. Lang, relieved on Easton third by Bro. D. M. McCann, takes first Kent, vice W. E. Willsey, who goes back to second. Bro. John Hurley, agent Cle Elum, while visit- ing friends at Hbrlick, Seattle and Tacoma, was relieved by Bro. L. D. Blum, who, on Bro. Hurley’s return, took a like trip, to spend that $5 raise that he worked so hard to get. Bro. C. R. Clampitt is on extra at Cle Elum. Bro. F. L. Fishburn called on the boys at Tacoma recently, and turned the correspondence matter over to Bro. R. F. Rader, who has been appointed to fill that position for this division. The father of Bro. H. Boylan, who just came to this division from the Musselshell Division, died at Greenbush, Mich., recently, and Bro. Boylan is back there attending the funeral. Bro. G. W. Quigley was appointed telegrapher on the temporary work train between Maple Val- /ley ami Cle Elum. M. J. O’Conner, chief at “TC;” O. O. Mercer, chief at “S,” and Lineman Meade spent Saturday night and Sunday recently at Clear Lake, near Kapowsin on the Tacoma & Eastern Ry., trolling for big trout. An express wagon was ordered to meet "them at Tacoma to cart away their “Fish Stories.” Bro. D. W. Switzer and Mr. W. L. Mason, of “S,” and Bro. R. C. Nisonger, of “TC,” Tacoma, also spent a Sunday and Monday there recently, hauling out some fine trout. Bro. A. J. Farley is on extra at “TC.” R. F. Hickey, Delegate Div. No. 54. Bro. J. C. Martin, of Keechelus, is in the Pacific Hospital, at Seattle, undergoing an operation for appendicitis; relieved by Vern Reynolds, “Char- lie’s” boy. Bro. C. R. Clampitt is relieving Sister Digitized by v^ooQle

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852 The Railroad Telegrapher. G. E. Martin, second Easton, who accompanied “J. C.” to the hospital. Chief Dispatcher F. C. Dow recently visited his parents at his home in Omaha. T. D. Miller, Alternate Div. No. 54. E. Clemmons, superintendent, Tacoma, has been appointed assistant general superintendent at Seattle, succeeded by J. F. Richards, from the Trans.-Mis- souri Division. * Bros. R. A. Grummel and R. F. Rader will look after our interests, while Bro. R. C. Nisonger is attending the Baltimore convention. Cert. 1588. Everett Branch — ■ Bro. M. S._ Morris, agent North Bend, was a recent Seattle visitof, relieved by C. N. Smith, a new man. Grays Harbor Branch — Mrs. D. W. Boh, wife of Bro. D. W. Boh, agent McKenna, who had been sick for nearly a year died March 28th at McKenna. The funeral was held at Mellingers on March 31st. The boys gave an appropriate floral wreath. Tacoma & Eastern Ry. — Bro. A. J. Farley, a new man, goes to Kapowsin second, accompanied by his wife. Bro. M. B. Wells has returned from his vacation to Elbe. Bro. M. Mclntee bid in second Kapowsin, vice Bro. A. J. Farley, to extra list. C. Otto is on Salsich Jet. first. Coasf Division — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to His heavenly home the beloved wife of our brother, D. W. Boh, of McKenna, Wash., and Whereas, We realize that our brother has been called upon to face the darkest hours of his life in this great sorrow, the sorrow that comes to us all and the sorrow that comes but once in life, in all its bitterness; therefore, be it Resolved, That we embrace this the first oppor- tunity of publicly expressing to our bereaved brother and family the heartfelt sympathy of each brother individually, and the confidence of the membership of the C. M. & St. P. System Division No. 23; and in so doing, be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to our bereaved brother and family, also a copy be spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The TELEGtArHER for publication. A Gmelim, E. W. Hole, R. F. Rader, R. C. Nisonger, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to His Alternate Div. No. 54. heavenly home the beloved father of our brother, H. Boy lan, of Grcenbush, Mich., and Whereas, We realize that our brother has been called upon to face the darkest hours of his life in this great sorrow, the sorrow that >comes to us Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 853 all and the sorrow that comes but once in life, in all its bitterness; therefore, be it Resolved, That we embrace this the first oppor- tunity of publicly expressing to our bereaved A. B. Nelson, Alternate Div. No. 54. brother and family the heartfelt sympathy of each brother individually, and the confidence of the membership of the C. M. & St. P. System Divi- sion No. 23; and in so doing, be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to our bereaved brother and family, also a copy be spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegbapheb for publication. R. f. Radeb, E. J. Lab son, R. C. Nisongbb, Committee. Missoula Division, First District — We are all ready to welcome the trout-fishing season, which is almost here. Bro. O. F. Peterson, from District No. 2, drew third Haugan, relieving Bro. C. E. Betts, who drew St. Regis agency, relieving Bro. Aldrich, who drew Ravenna first. Sister Maxwell, second Saltese, laid up a few days with blood poison, caused by stepping on a rusty nail, was relieved by Bro. Randolph. Bro. Randolph (lineman) and Sister Twiss, re- cently married, are living at Roland. We all wish them a long and happy life. Former Sister Twiss has resigned Bryson first. Bro. Vanalstine went East on vacation. His return pass read “C. H. Vanalstine and wife.” Another bachelor lost. Congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Skinner have returned to second and third Adair,' after a lengthy visit in Chicago and the East, to enjoy the $5 raise just granted, but still refuse to join and help. Bro. Brink is back on first Stetson, after two months’ lay-off while his -wil^ was in the hospital for an operation. > v Mr. Byerly, third Avery, is at Deer Lodge, relieved by Mr. Peters. \ Sister McMillan, third Stetson, is Voting in Spokane, relieved by Mrs. Jean Bartell^ifelieved on third Roland by Bro. Romine, from B."^0. Mrs. Nickel, who relieved^ on the we£t--*end awhile, has resigned to live with her motttr-on the ranch in Centennial Valley. Mr. Trigg, extra second Avery, was g&ev^d by Bro. Fleming, lineman, wltyjg hp went^^Mis- soula to meet his wife. ** Bro. W. H. Glover, East Portal;- has returned from a visit to friends at Spokane* E. P. Brink, Certtf&i 7, Missoula Division, Second District — **, • Boys, get busy at Deer Lodge and line them up there. Bro. Brown has resigned and gone braking. Bro. Vanampwerp is next on the list. Looks like all the boys are going that way. C. S. Reeves, Alternate Div. No. 54. Bro. Aldrich, former mayor of the west side at St. Regis, is enjoying his new home at Ra- venna. Dispatcher Dean has gone to Tarkio to work a trick. Digitized by Google

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854 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Tyndall and wife are laying off, relieved by Bro. Newbro and wife. Every work train now has to have a telegra- pher along to take orders from the phone, as the Earl Victor, Alternate Div. No. 54. conductors are not allowed to do so any more. It is now Bro. Walker on the work train at St. Regis. Bill Baker, Missoula second, is going to get that card pay-day, also Jimmie Joiner. Some of our brothers' passes read "and wife" on return trips from their vacancies. Looks as if they are all getting tired of baching out here. Cert. 1359. International & Great Northern R. R. Gulf Division — Following is the result of the election for local chairmen: San Antonio Division, T. C. Berry, Encinal, Texas; Gulf Division, D. D. Hungate, Jewett, Texas; Fort Worth Division, C. C. Web- ner, Mart, Texas. The local chairmen met and elected: General chairman, T. C. Berry, Encinal, Texas, vice J. M. Williams, Venus, Texas, who declined renom- ination; and Secretary-Treasurer, R. B. Adams, Oakwood, Texas (re-elected). Bro. J. M. Williams was a good and efficient general chairman, and we regret that he refused re-nomination. Bro. Berry, however, is a capable worker, and will show good results if we all properly support him. The meeting at Valley Jet., March 16th, was well attended by members of the Fort Worth Division, but not by the Gulf members. More interest must be taken by all members of this division than in the past if we expect to improve conditions. Bro. Shelton, Tyler, is expecting a large fruit and berry crop. Bro. E. L. Rhea, Jacksonville second, who bid in East Columbia agency, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Holland, from Anchor. Watch the scramble to bid on Jacksonville. It has more pretty girls to its size than any town in east Texas. Bro. C. H. Cole bid in “RA” first, and Bro. C. E. Hendershot "RA" third. Tommy Gready is sitting on the lid in the chief's office. He is small, but is big enough to. hold it down. We have a good bunch in "D” office now, and are praying that we can hold them, for a good dispatcher is "the gift of God." Bro. T. B. Perry bid in Latexo, all-night job, and Bro. C. S. Slagle in New Baden all nights. Good place to eat there, too. Bro. Yarbrough, second Troup, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. H. Devers, who won’t take a regular job. Peeler nights recently opened with Extra Johnson to keep company with the screech owls. Bro. Jones, first Valley Jet., off a few days getting married, was relieved by Bro. Wilson, of third there, relieved by Mr. Walker, from the Western Union. Bro. J. J. Quinn, third "GN" Houston, while off several days owing to illness, was relieved by L. M. Taylor, extra "CB" Houston, while ex- P. J. Seifert, Alternate Div. No. 54. Bro. Small, first "GN," was off sick, Bros. Quinn and Bradbury had to double one day. Bro. W. H. Blick, who resigned Areola agency and was relieved by Mr. Ferguson on bid, re- lieved Bro. W. J. Holland, agent Anchor, while Digitized by VjOO^LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 855 off to Elkhart, we understand, to be married. Baching doesn’t seem to suit him. Bros. J. B. Allen and C. A. Ault are now with the W. U. at West Houston, and Bro. R. G. W. A. Albaugh, Alternate Div. No. 55. Jackson, printer mechanic for that company there, has resigned to go into the electrical business for himself. We all wish him success. He is the right kind. Bro. Murchison, third Rockdale, while at Crockett owing to the illness of his mother, was relieved by Bro. Johnson, from the Fort Worth Division. Bros. Vance and Loving are at “RK” tower. Bro. R. O. Nummery, formerly of Rockdale, is now manager for the McKay lines at Taylor. He has all our good wishes. It's Bro. R. L. Robinson at Spring now, also Bros. Sexton and Link at Conroe. We have only a few nons left. Bro. Wilson, third Valley Jet., off a few days sick, was relieved by Mr. Huston, a new man. Mr. Snell, agent Hearne, resigned, relieved by Mr. Miller, from Malone. “Old Reliable” Mack McLain still greets ’em all there with a smile and the glad hand if “properly carded and routed.” New Baden nights discontinued. Wonder what Bro. Slagle will do about his sauer kraut and spuds now? Mr. Long bid in third “RA;” Bro. Vermillion, second Jacksonville, and Bro. Yarbrough, third Trope. Sellers, Troup and “RA” second still on bul- letin. We will soon be about 98 per cent between Palestine and Houston. The few old “moss- backs” will have to be scraped hard, however, before they can see the light. Bro. Burns, Sellers third, after a trip to Mex- ico and Mississippi, came back and decided to marry and settle down, then settle up. We have a brand new superintendent, J. P. Burrus, from the Fort Worth Division. He seems to be all right. J. A. Caldwell, now trainmaster of this division, was down on the pay wagon on March 15th. He is getting younger since he has been relieved of the worries of being chief. Considerable improvements are being made in both the track and roadbed, and trainmasters say they will soon have ’em running as fast as any of the “hogsheads” care to ride. Will expect news items from all over the Gulf Division, and if you don’t send ’em in, I am coming after them, and then something might be published that you would not want in print. There is too much lack of interest shown by members in meetings and affairs that concern us all vitally. Th:s may be my last write-up, and I sincerely hope someone will take up the work where I leave *;ff and keep the “pot boiling.” It has been my ambition to see this division one of the most solid in Texas. General Chairman T. C. Berry, who paid us a visit recently, says “Everything is lovely and the goose hangs high.” If we stick together like a porous plaster, we’ll get there yet. Remember, “No card, no favors.” “BU,” Cert. 248, Div. Cor. J. W. Burgess, Delegate Div. No. 59. Ft. Worth Division — Bro. Berry covered part of the Ft. Worth Divi- sion during April and lined-up, W. F. Farmer and J. B. Roulet, Italy; W. E. Bingham, Maypearl; Digitized by VjiUUyLL

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856 The Railroad Telegrapher. H. N. Sandall and M. Menger, Navasota, and I. D. Slagle, Bryan. This good move on their part they will never regret. Bryan and Penelope agencies, second Bryan, third Marlin, and Stoneham nights on bulletin. H. G. Alexander, Delegate Div. No. 59. Bro. Gaston bid in third Bryan; Bro. Single- tary, Bedias agency, and H. H. Adams, High- banlcs agency. Mr. Adams should take out an up-to-date now. Bro. Parker is off for sixty days, relieved by Bro. Heliums. Bro. Slagle will take sixty days’ leave on a trip through the Northwest and California, as soon as transfer can be made. With a little more work we will have this divi- sion solid. Boys, keep after the few nons left, remember, “No card, no favors.” There’s no be- ing “on the fence” about this, they are either for us or against us. Bros. Barnett and Singletary will, no doubt, soon be able to line-up the branch. We are stronger than we have ever been and have a good committee, now let’s do our part and keep the interest alive, attend the meetings if it is possible to do so, and talk O. R. T. all the time. Div. Cor. San Antonio Division — Local Chairman I. C. Berry has appointed me correspondent for this division. Boys, send me all the news you can, not later than the 20th of each month, and we will try and have a write-up of the San Antonio Division every month. We have only about four nons left on the division, so if we will all hustle we will soon be solid. We must pay more attention to our fraternal obligations. Tub Telegrapher is the only medium we have of letting the boys in other sections know what we are doing. Every member should consider him or herself a committee of one to work for the up-building of the Order, and go after the nons and back-sliders and elevate our profession, instead of having it a make-shift or stepping stone. The telegraph department is the very life blood of a railroads operation. Thorough organi- zation will place us in a position where we can demand our rights and be respected. Let us try and maintain the highest degree of efficiency pos- sible. Send me all changes, and all places bulletined, between San Antonio and Laredo, as I have no through mills and no way to find them out. The responsibility lies with us individually to better our conditions. Let us do it. Cert. 260. Vandalia R. R. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Streets, beginning at 1 p. a All members of The Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixby, Asst. Local Chairman, Galesburg Div. of Div. No. 130. L. E. Crandall, Delegate Div. No. 59. Middle Division — On account of the floods in Ohio, Indiana and Illinois our trains were annulled, only running local passenger trains for several days. The high water nearly finished Maclaville, washing out the Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 857 Vandal ia grade and telegraph tower. The teleg- raphers are now doing the “lightning stunt" in the depot there. Mr. Foreaker, third Macksville, escaped drowning by leaping on top of an oil car as it floated up against the tower, jumping from R. W. Duncan, Delegate Div. No. 59. Bro. Fish, Wagstaff second, off on account of sickness, relieved by Mr. Carpenter, postmaster there. Bro. B. F. Andrews, agent Bucyras, has re- signed to take charge of his father's farm. May his flocks increase and prosperity smile upon him. Bro. Tackwell, agent Crawford, is laying off sixty days, building a new house. Bro. M. T. Webb is relieving at Bushong, pend- ing bids. Bro. T. P. Costello, agent Bushton, has returned from Illinois, where he was called on account of sickness. Bro. Hanson, third there, has been re- instated and given Langley agency. Agent McClellan, at Frederick, slipped away and got married. Boys, don't do any flagging for the train crews. They are paid for that kind of work. Bro. Schaffer evidently did not like the water at Gyp City, as it is up for bids again. Very few notes coming in. Send me some items for next issue. Div. Coe. Wichita Division — Bro. Sloan, Fort Scott third, has resigned to engage in other business, relieved on bid by Bro. A. V. Hudelson, second Eureka. Bro. S. G. Hudelson bid in Clearwater agency. Bro. Eastman bid in Towanda, relieved at White- water agency on bid by Bro. S. Cornett. Second Rosalia now on bulletin. the other end to the ground. The sight of water almost drives him mad now. The east end bank of the Wabash River bridge, at Terre Haute, gave way April 20th, causing the company to detour trains Effingham to Terry Haute via the “I. C." and “Big Four.'* R. F. Leath bid in a home job at Jewett nights, relieved at Liggett by W. N. Fetheringill, extra. We fear we will have to wait awhile for that expected raise, owing to the heavy expense the company has been out, account of the high water. W. G. Anderson, second Farrington, has been making some money on the side, selling pictures of the flood at Macksville. The T. H. & P. made “F,” Paris, a three-man job during the flood, handling the main line engines at night, coaling and watering them. Wish some of you boys would send in some news to Bro. Quick, before the 28th of each month. “Pan Hnadle Pete" should come back again with his dope, everyone enjoyed it. Andy and Slim. Missouri Pacific Ry. Central Kansas Division — Bro. Cline, from the Joplin Division, is reliev- ing Bro. Headington, third Stillwell. The only lady telegrapher on the division, Ken- neth second, is being relieved. Understand she is going to quit W. H. Holmes, Delegate Div. No. 59. bro. Buchanan, relieved on second Eureka by Sister I. V. Noble, bid in second Benton, and later Mr. Johnson, of Anthony* bid in second Eureka. Digitized by Google

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858 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. W. H. Dean, of Durand, recently in the Wichita relay office, bid in Twenty-fifth St. yard. Do not overlook the circular letter sent out by the local chairman relative to voting for a E. B. Chitty, Delegate Div. No. 59. hospital manager. You will receive ballots with May pay check. The ballots you sent in April were only for nomination. The only way we can succeed in getting a good representative is for us to all vote, and vote for the brother suggested in the circular. Kanopolis has secured the Addition of a clerk to the station force. Keep after the few nons left and see how many applications you can get this month. Mrs. F. O. Mott, local chairman for the L. A., will be glad to furnish application blanks. Get busy on this also. It’s now Bro. G. L. Burchell on Fort Scott third. Sister L. E. Twiggs, of Batesville, is on a thirty-day vacation, visiting at her old home in Brainerd, relieved by Mr. Carroll. We all wish her a fine time. The farmer boys there have very fine driving horses. Wish the brothers would all help me with the write-up by sending me a few items each month, about the fifteenth to eighteenth. G. E. T., Div. Cor. 8t. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern Ry. Missouri Division — Bro. Bedford, Riverside days, and Bro. G. R. Roberts, of Jasper, Mo., and brides are on their honeymoons. Bro. Chapman relieved Bro. Redford, Mr. Cody working the owl trick, Bro. Strader was off a few days attending a meeting in St Louis and seeing the boys along the line. Sister Keefe, agent Harviell, now sports the “pasteboard." We welcome her to our division. We need some good sisters to show us how to do good work. The first thing she did was to make Harviell solid. Bro. Phelps went to DeSoto, vice Bro. Cross, gone to relay office Kansas City. Bro. C. O. Phelps, second Corning, bid in third there. Bro. H. E. Phelps bid in third Knobel; Bro. Dee, Hilliard nights; Bro. Chapman, DeSoto third; Bro. Johnson, Murta nights, vice Mr. Teague; Bro. Courtway, Hilliard days, and Mr. Maddox, Delaplaine agency. Bro. Chapman, third Riverside, has our thanks for contributions to this write-up. Each one send in just one item. It helps out. Bros. Philips and Montavon are taking fifteen days* rest. Bro. F. J. Rozier is relieving Mr. Hampton, second Cliff Cave. Bro. Lane, agent Kimmswick, is back in the fold again. Knobel is solid again, with Bros. Otey, Hale and Phelps. Mr. McNamara bid in Neelyville agency. Brothers at one-man stations have fifteen days' vacation coming. You are also entitled to pay R. A. Kipp, Delegate Div. No. 59. in transit when going to take a position secured on bid or on account of being transferred. Be sure to request it, and if you do not get it, take the matter up with Bro. Strader. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 859 Bros. Maxwell and Mohler were unanimously re- elected general chairman, and general secretary and treasurer, respectively, for the next two years. They have served us faithfully in the past, C. L. Watson, Delegate Div. No. 59. and should have our hearty co-operation seeing that the schedule is observed and by keeping them advised on what is going on. Bro. F. J. Biggs, while off, was relieved by Bro. W. J. Johnson. Bro. Thomas B. Holloway, Poplar Bluff relay, visited friends in Williams- ville recently. The correspondent would be glad to have some items from the branch lines. Let’s all be active in securing new members. B. H. Sslvidge, Div. Cor. Arkansas Division — As you have elected me your local chairman, 1 will endeavor to make this division show up favor- ably with any on the system. I have made a trip over the entire division, and, with but few exceptions, met every teleg- rapher, and found more members with up-to-date cards than I expected. ^The few complaints that I received have been taken up and promise an early adjustment. The phone system has been installed on the Texarkana District. Some of the older men ad- mit that it is an improvement on handling trains, but think the old way is more safe. Bro. Cotter, second Malvern, bid in second Hope; former on bulletin. Bro. Davis, first Texarkana, resumed work after a long spell of sickness, but was only able to hold out a few days, and is again on the sick list. Bro. Jones, at Nashville, was away on sick leave when I called. Little Rock *‘GR” second put on bulletin for the first time, was bid in by Bro. Wright. Bald Knob and Cabot, non-telegraph agencies, are also on bulletin for the first time. Handling parcel-post mail sacks has brought on a great many complaints, and, from what I can learn, the company is making a strong effort to get an increase for hauling the extra mail cars. When this is done, each employe will receive ex- tra compensation for handling the sacks. It has cut down the express commissions, and we are entitled to extra pay for the work. I will do my part towards getting a write-up in the journal each month, but will be compelled to call on you to send me items as they occur; then I will always have a bunch ready at pub- lication time. With best wishes to all and many thanks for the courteous treatment while going over the divi- sion, I remain, Fraternally yours, A. E. Smith, Local Chairman. Memphis Division — The high water seems to have some of the boys on the south end blocked, as it did about this time last year, but we hope they will come out all right W. N. Thoenton, Delegate Div. No. 59. It is now Bro. Nettles, at Mellwood, and will soon be Bro. Biggs, second at Paragould. Bro. B. E. Bowers, local chairman, has moved from New Augusta to Paragould, Ark. If you Digitized by Google

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860 The Railroad have anything you wish to write up, address him: P. O. Box 504. The stork visited Bro. Flippen on first and Mr. Briggs on second Paragould yard, and left them both a boy. C. B. Gray, Delegate Div. No. 59. All get busy and line up the few nons on the division. The increase they get on the new schedule will more than pay for an up-to-date card. Div. Cor. 8t. Louis & San Francisco R. R. Birmingham Sub-division — There seems to be quite a bunch of “phoners” on this end. VVe wonder where they all come from. Let us see that they are lined-up. Bro. Haney, third Adamsville, is off to Missouri on his honeymoon. Bro. Thomas is back “phoning” again. Bro. T. L. Baxter, for many years on second Cordova, bid in Quinton, Ala., agency. The foners were rather in deep water while the dispatcher’s division was split. Most of them were on the north end, and they are using the fones up there and using the old reliable on the south end from Jasper to Birmingham. Bro. Keel is on second, and Phoner Marston on third “NS.” Bro. W. E. Rutter was killed near his home at Quinton, Ala., a short time ago. We did not learn the particulars. Sister Chance is at Quinton tem- porarily. Bro. Baxter, while attending court in Birming- ham, was relieved by Chief Clerk Lightner. “Pessimist,” Telegrapher. IN MEMORIAU. Whereas, Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond our worthy brother, J. R. French, and we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and Whereas, We realize that Division No. 32 has lost a true friend and faithful member; therefore, be it Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved ones our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sorrow, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his relatives, a copy to The TELEcaAFHsa for publication, and a copy spread upon the minutes of the division to stand in memory of our deceased brother, who was ever loyal to the °rder- J. G. Cam full, N. A. Kinney, W. B. Muscravz, Committee. Baltimore & Ohio R. R. Pittsburg Division — Result of the recent election of officers on this division was: Local Chairmen: River and Pike District: Bro. J. Yeager, Jr., 2135 Edgebrook Ave., Brookline, Pittsburg, Pa. P. L. Turner, Delegate Div. No. 59. P. & W., including Butler and Northern Dis- tricts: Bro. E. J. Olwell, 120 Charles St, Mt Olive Sta., Pittsburg, Pa. Delegates : District No. 12, Bro. J. Yeager, Jr.; District No. 16, Bro. Will Carr. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 861 The meeting of all the local chairmen in Cin- cinnati, on March 24th, to elect general officers, a reduced general committee, etc., resulted as fol- lows: General chairman, Bro. C. B. Pierce, of Balti- more, Md., vice Bro. E. N. Van Atta. W. H. Coed, Delegate Div. No. 59. General secretary and treasurer, Bro. W. Edgar Frasher, unanimously re-elected. Assistant general chairman, Bro. C. B. Rawlins, also re-elected unanimously. Reduced general committee: C. B. Pierce, gen- eral chairman; C. B. Rawlins, assistant general chairman; E. A. Shaffer, secretary, and D. J. McGrath, C. L. Allender, J. Yeager, Jr., and T. J. Eiler, members. A morning and evening meeting was held at the Y. M. C. A. Building, Pittsburg, Pa., Tuesday, April 15th. Both meetings were well attended and very interesting. General Chairman Pierce, present at both gather- ings, was given a great enthusiastic welcome and delivered a stirring address at both sessions. Local Chairmen Yeager and .dwell, Bros. Cook, Six, of Div. 33, and C. C. Campbell, of Div. 52, and others gave us interesting talks at the morning meeting. General Chairman Pierce, Local Chairmen Yeager and Olwell and Bros. McElhinney and Murray, of Div. 33, spoke under the head of good of the Order. Regular monthly meetings were again arranged for subject to call until a permanent hall can be secured. A joint meeting of all lines entering Pittsburg is talked of, which we hope all will be sure to attend. Some of the grand officers, general and local chairmen of all roads entering Pittsburg will undoubtedly be present. Bro. H. D. Graffious, of Vista, bid in Demmler second. Bro. W. C. Sofford has returned after visiting his father at Gallipolis, Ohio, who has fully re- covered his health again. Attend your meetings. Organize and organize. VO. Wheeling Division — A very successful day and night joint meeting was held at Wheeling, April 14th. Very im- portant business transacted. Members present: Bros. Pierce, general chair- man, Baltimore; C. L. Allender, local chairman, and J. E. Mathews, Littleton; L. E. Wilson and J. H. Beatty, Wheeling; R. C. Zimmerman, Shicks, Ohio; A. M. Valbott and Ray Warnock, Neff, Ohio; Carr, West Alexander, W. Va.; C. C. Love, Denver, W. Va. ; J. B. Springer, Colfax, W. Va.; G. J. Bebner, Narrows; W. B. Mullett, "DX,” Ben wood; M. W. Rushford, Burton; C. L. Mc- Farland, Fairpoint, Ohio; Sturm, Fairmont, W. Va.; D. R. Hawkins, Hammond; D. S. Jones, Mannington, and W. E. Price, Fairmont. Bro. S. C. Stewart, third Burton, on vacation, relieved by L. E. Wilson, and Bro. J. F. Boyce, W. E. Dellingee, Delegate Div. No. 59. second Burton, relieved ten days by Bro. W. F. Hawkins on account of sickness. Bro. T. A. Haggerty, first Underwood, sprained both wrists falling on a slippery pavement, unable Digitized by Google

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862 The Railroad Telegrapher. to work lever plant, relieved three weeks by M. L. Johnson. On account of doubling, Bro. H. L. Kuhn worked first. Sister M. Turner, of Chestnut Hill, visited her home at Littleton recently. J. S. Walker, Alternate Div. No. 59. Bro. C. T. Love, of Denver, was a recent Pitts- burg visitor. Bro. H. L. Cleland, our representative-elect, attended the recent State Lodge meeting of Modern Woodmen at Parkersburg. Recent high water put the Wheeling terminals out of business for three days. Loss of traffic was the only damage on this division. Bro. J. C. Mellott, first Benwood Jet., off a few days for his health, relieved by G. A. Gal- lagher. L. F. Forest, first Fostor, on ten days’ vacation, relieved by L. Loft us. R. S. McElhaney, third Tunnels siding, has re- turned from a six months’ leave. He was relieved by C. F. Ross. A io-hour trick telegraph office has been estab- lished in Holloway yard office, with Bro. McGuire on first and Bro. Eddy Voight on second, who had previously relieved Bro. R. A. Pfadt, second “HN,” Benwood, just returned from an extended vacation. Bro. F. F. Jackson, “AY,” Holloway, on six months’ sick leave, relieved by A. M. Talbott, third “HO,” Holloway, and he by H. F. Bay. Bro. A. F. Ice, first Bentons Ferry, on a few days’ vacation, relieved by A. C. Hawkins, who later relieved Bro. Tenant, of Underwood, while off getting married. Bro. A. G. Heck, second Barrackville, is on a six months' leave, helping his father on the farm, relieved by W. F. Hawkins; and Bro. C- EL Flem- ing, third Barrackville, on six months* leave, re- lieved by C. F. McCluskey. Bro. L. E. Wilson, third “WR” tower. Wheel- ing, was off several days on account of the death of a relative, and Fetty and Beatty doubled, as no relief man was available. While Bro. Petty, first there, was off a few days sick, Beatty and Wilsoa doubled. Carr. 754. Baltimore Division — Bro. C. B. Pierce, “GO” office Baltimore, is now our general chairman, and Bros. W. Q. Stouf- fer. Point of Rocks, Md., and D. J. McGrath, Baltimore, Md., are our local chairmen repre- senting this division, including “GO** office Bal- timore. With the assistance of the members of Division 33, we hope to have the B. & O. System solid in the near future. Each true and faith- ful member of this division should endeavor to secure at least one new member this year. This is very little to ask of you for your organization and the benefit of your family and yourself. Our motto in the past remains now and at all times: “United we stand, divided we fall.’* So lend a helping hand and stand by your organization as you would by the grand old Stars and Stripes as true Americans. Stand up for your rights and do your duty now and at all times to your country, your family and the grand old O. R. T. I am an old Virginian, but “Maryland, My Mary- land,” is equally as dear to me, and as long as Robert B. Gibson, Alternate Div. No. 59. I remain with you I shall assist you. With your assistance we are sure to win. We all sympathize with the officials in the great loss the B. & O. System has sustained on account Digitized by vjOO^LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 863 of the great floods in Ohio, but, with President Willard as its head and the assistance of each employe, the burden will be lifted in the near future. C. F. Smith, Alternate Div. No. 59. Those who have failed to receive their new cards should forward their dues immediately and keep in line, and to any who failed to receive their journals for March they will be sent upon application to Bro. L. W. Quick, at St. Louis, by first mail. We were glad to hear that our local chairman was elected delegate to the Baltimore conven- tion. Bro. Stouffer, while in Cincinnati on committee work, was relieved by Bro. A. B. Fisher, second Western Jet., and he by Bro. J. M. Lane. Bro. W. A. Tuck, third East Brunswick, while visiting his parents in Pennsylvania, was relieved by Bro. Lane. Bro. T. W. Horney assisted Bro. T. S. Fisher at Boyds, while making up bis monthly reports. Bro. G. W. Crump, Jr., relieved H. E. Fisher, Germantown first, pending bulletin. First-class service was rendered by the boys of this division during the inaugural movement. There were plenty of trains, all running on time. We expect a new agreement this year. Each member should do his best to land any stray ones at once. These notes are being written on Easter Sun- day, and I ask The One bom to us again on that day to bless each and every one of you, and may happiness, health and prosperity be the lot of each one of us during this year. Wishing the O. R. T. and each one of you much success, I remain. Fraternally, Cbst. 641. Staten Island Lines — Our genial second trick dispatcher, M. E. Weist, has returned from a trip to his old home in Pennsylvania. Bro. D. F. Fox bid in “MO,” vice Mr. Hine, who bid in Great Kills agent-telegrapher position. Bro. J. P. Klinger has gone to Weissport, Pa., with the Lehigh Valley. Sorry to lose him. Bro. Klinger resigned Annadale agency, relieved by Mr. Stickel. Our dispatchers now have a Sunday off each month, Mr. McGowen relieving Bro. J. R. Klinger, working at “MO” from 2 a. m. to 5 a. m. Bro. J. G. Goodenough, first Arlington, is enjoy- ing a thirty-day leave, taking in the sights of western New York. Freight business has dropped off considerably, owing to floods in the West. Bro. J. C. Fithian bid in first Clifton, vice Mr. Kane. Some brother should bid in the beach job soon to be open, and have the pleasure of taking a dip in the briny deep this summer. Let us all attend the meetings and show Bro. Pierce that we are interested in what he has done and is trying to do for us. J. J. Bailey, Alternate Div. No. 59. If you have any news, send it to me until some- one else can be appointed. I am over here in Jersey and don’t hear much S. I. news. F. W. Freeman, 235 North Ave. West, Cranford, Nr. T. Digitized by * ^.ooQie

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864 The Railroad Telegrapher. Pere Marquette R. R. The regular meeting of the general committee was held at the Morgan House, Detroit, from March 21st to 24th, inclusive. All members, S. A. Davis, Alternate Div. No. 59. including Bros. A. A. Patterson, E. E. Dennis, H. W. Smith, R. M. Burr, newly-elected local chairmen, were present. Bro. W. A. Knister was re-elected general chairman for the ensuing two years, and Bro. W. R. Adair general secretary- treasurer. The business of the past year and several other important matters, including the correspond- ence with Mr. Gordon in regard to the proposed amendments to our schedule, were taken up and discussed, and a decision made as to what action should be taken. Third Vice-President Bro. “Dave” Campbell was present and helped the committee in its work. It was decided to hold meetings on all the divi- sions during April and post the members as to progress in our schedule negotiations. A new system of records and checking of gen- eral secretary-treasurers’ accounts was decided upon, to take effect May 30th. Bro. Harry Smith, from Benton Harbor, the only new man on the committee, was initiated and says he likes the ritual real well. Mrs. Smith accompanied Harry and visited relatives in Detroit while he was busy on committee work. He was supposed to be on his honeymoon, and we wonder if he had any trouble explaining where he was when the committee was not in session. Bro. Patterson almost bought out one of De- troit’s leading drug stores, and then tried to borrow Bro. Dennis’ handbag to carry his clothes home, while he filled his with drugs. There is nothing really the matter with “Pat,” only be imagines a lot. Bros. Knister and Adair helped him doctor his cold, and he is still in doubt as to their knowledge of chemistry. Bro. Dennis had some trouble packing up in deciding what be- longed to him and what to the hotel. Bro. Knister found time to visit his many aunts and cousins. Bill has a host of relatives, who evidently think as much of him as we do. Any who have not received a copy of the circu- lar in regard to the election of officers and dele- gates, including the financial statement and other information pertaining to the business of this division, will be furnished one on application to Bro. Adair. Meetings were held the last part of February at Plymouth, Alma and Traverse City, with good turnouts at all of them. The boys have awakened to the fact that there is something more in belong- ing to the Order than merely holding a card. Let us try to get a good crowd to all our meet ings. They are always full of interest, especially so now that schedule negotiations are at hand. Also furnish your secretary-treasurer and local chairman with a list of all your non-members. Petoske y Division — Cole and Drescher, second and third, have been laid off at Petoskey. Agent Martin is working a trick and Cole is relieving E. E. Cross on first J. A. Thebergk, Delegate Div. No. 61. lile on a trip to Old Mexico to inspect some ver mines he is interested in. C. L. Gonser, agent Charlevoix, and wife on cation at Los Angeles, Cal., relieved by G. B. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 865 Marsac, of Phelps, former relief agent on this division. It is now Bros. H. C. Barry, at Bellaire, and E. L. Baribeau, third Thompsonville. A. Routhier, Alternate Div. No. 61. Bro. John Vanderhill, agent Kalkaska, while very sick was relieved by M. R. Drescher, former agent Grawn. We are glad to learn that he is recovering, as he is one of the oldest on the seniority and membership lists. Bro. C. M. Beattie, agent Henry, has resigned to accept a position as auditor of the A. & B. R., with office at Arcadia. Bro. Corbett, Elk Rapids, bid in Henry agency. Bro. W. J. Dennison, agent Peacock, was off ten days on account of sickness. It is now Bro. R. E. Rosenbrook, agent Elk Rapids, who dropped out on account of sickness. We are glad to have him back with us again. Mr. Robinson, of the W. U., Grand Rapids, is tele- graphing at Elk Rapids, pending bids. H. H. Puryear, agent Brethern, resigned, re- lieved by Mr. Payne. J. B. Huckle, of Grand Ledge, bid in Wellston agency, vice Bro. Andrews. Bro. Guileman, former agent there, is now agent at Grawn. Bro. R. McArthur, of Honor, bid in Holton agency, relieved by K. J. Matteson, of Branch, who has been out of the railroad service. Bro. Plummer, Boardman nights, is now on second and ticket clerk job with the G. R. & I. at Reed City. Bro. Smith is back at Boardman nights, and Bro. Henderson, extra dispatcher, is back at Boardman days. First Trick Dispatcher George Muschott was married while on a month’s vacation. Third Trick Dispatcher Udell has re- turned from his vacation also. A good number were out to the last meeting held in Petoskey, and all had a good time. The next one will be held at Traverse City. The brothers will receive notice of the date, and all who can should come. Brothers, when a new man comes along, find out if he has a card, and if he has not, find out the reason. We all want these fellows to join, so do not wait for your local chairman to act, but get busy. W. A. Branam, a new man from the C. & N. W. in Nebraska, was awarded Sparta agency. Bro. Miller was in Grand Rapids recently and called upon friends at “G” office. Div. Cor. Chesapeake 6. Ohio Ry. Lexington District — This district is nearly solid. We have the best contract in the land today, and we should bristle up and have regular monthly meetings. There are many things we could get in touch with and thrash out; meet the boys face to face and know each other better, which means a great deal. It is much more pleasant to work with a man you are personally acquainted with, than with a stranger. E. H. Boutwsll, Delegate Div. No. 6a. We only have two nons on the division now, and every brother should go after them in a business- like manner, just like you would talk to your brother. If one man can not land them, let's Digitized by VjOOQLC

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866 The Railroad Telegrapher. send some personal friend to them, and if he can not do any thing with them, and they will not come in and assist in making the division solid, then every member cease to show them any favors J. W. Aronson, Delegate Div. No. 6a. Erie R. R. Mahoning Division — The March flood tied up all trains for three nights and days on this division. There were several washouts where tl^f track runs close to the river, the worst one being at Aurora where an embankment sixty feet high and 400 feet lone went out. Bridge gangs trestled this gap and trains resumed their schedules on Tuesday morn- ing, April ad, after a week’s idleness. Jackson and wife are on a visit to relatives. G. N. Grimm bid in third “OB.” C. W. Morse, now with Penna., called on friends at Youngstown recently. Watson is visiting relatives. Parker is now timekeeper of the floating gang J. C. Saulters is on second “YO” extra. Mitchell and Grimm, on account of the high water, were unable to get home, worked twelve hours instead of eight hours. Dispatcher’s office opened up at Farrell, Pa., F. E. Flagherty first, W. T. Williams second and T. C. Eddy third, to handle increased business on the New Castle branch. Taylor, from freight bouse Sharon, took Hogan’s place, who relieved Williams at “OB,” leaving first *'ON” open for bids. Mrs. Jenkins (nee Dean) has gone to Minne- apolis on account of her health. Miss Effie Wilson called on friends at Randall recently. whatever, or give them any information of any kind. “No card, no favors” for the man who will draw the $5 raise we got him last month, and not lend a helping hand. He is not worthy any man’s consideration, and the sooner he finds it out the better. There is no excuse any man can offer, the expense is too little to consider. An imaginary grievance with some member, or that the chairman has not treated you right, is no excuse at all. The company would not take any excuse for refusing to do your duty, and it should not. Each man should try and render the best service in his power and see that every other man does the same. In doing this, you increase thr efficiency of the service, as well as promote your own interests. This was about the only district that did not suffer on account of the high water recently. Bro. Charley Fuller has accepted the relief agent’s place. He will make a good man, if the boys will lend him the assistance he needs, and it will be of great benefit to them as well as the company. This is a step in the right direction. Keep hammering away and we will accomplish our purpose yet. Let us see if we can not have a write-up each month, and meet occasionally and talk over the good things the last general committee secured for us, if nothing else, send them a vote of thanks. Carr. 97a. E. P. Hiiatt, Alternate Div. No. 6a. . Saltsman has returned to third “WA,” after a month’s sickness. Pierson, second “WA” relieved Hart on first there, during Mrs. Hart’s illness. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 867 Marshall is contemplating building a cosy six- room cottage this spring. Owens, first De Forest, is a sticker for the old proverb, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again." A. Dxoh, Alternate Div. No. 64. J. B. King was a recent “YO" visitor. Come again, Jim. While Gertrude, “HF," was taking pictures of the flood, in hip boots, “Pete" and a party of young men tried to take her picture in the cos- tume she wore. Lineman Butler had to spend several days away from home on account of the high water and washouts. Wintchell was a recent Cleveland visitor. Fergueson and wife spent several days at War- ren. Linemen have wires for the telephone system strung between Kent and Leavittsburg, and are working East. “GS" third has been opened again after being closed some time, owing to the shortage of men. Slats. Susquehanna Division — The officials have informed us that our wages are to be reduced, commencing May 1st, on ac- count of our using the phones now instead of the telegraph. The reduction averages from $2.50 to $7.50, thereby making some jobs pay as low as $50. At a well attended meeting, held at Elmira on April 7th, to protest against the reduction, it was decided to forward to Bro. Husted, now in New York, our sentiments, that he may know just how the boys feel about it, when he confers with Mr. Stone on the subject. Several more nons 'will become brothers in the near future, and we have decided to make this the banner division of the Erie, therefore be governed accordingly. No excuses will be taken, nothing goes with us hereafter, but "yes" or “no.” Then we will know just where we stand, and all others will know just what to expect, “No card, no favors." The members must now get together and cap- ture every acceptable non in sight. We must have 90 to 95 per cent membership on the Erie to secure wages that will compare favorably with those of other roads. There could be a $75 mini- mum with a 95 or 98 per cent membership. Try it, and see. A non should be ashamed to look an O. R. T. man in the face, after accepting the raises that they have paid nothing toward getting. Boys, we must wake up and show th?m how they are stand- ing in their own light. A little more persuasion on our part will do it. Let's try it. Understand Bro. Wazloski has at last found his true mate. His heart has gone wrong a number of times in the past. We hope it is not fooling him again. Bro. Jackson, acting local chairman, during Bro. Hesser’s absence, who was called to Youngstown, Ohio, last month to meet the general committee to help arrange for our new schedule, was relieved by Mr. Conklin, whose application and those of Messrs. Pettis and Thomas, he recently secured. C. P. Loan, Delegate Div. No. 65. Bro. Conklin, the youngest member on the divi- sion, is being congratulated on his recent mar- riage. The happy couple will make their home at 36a Canisteo St, Hornell, N. Y, Digitized by Google

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868 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Kelliher, “XZ” second, is relieved by » foneman, and Bro. Welch, “MJ” second, on vaca- tion, by Foneman Johnson. “FD,” Corning yard office, was closed one day while the man there J. D. MacNutt, Delegate Div. No. 66. Some big strikes of valuable minerals are being reported from the survey of the line to Hudson Bay. We hope they won’t “peter out,” like the Minitonas gold rush of last spring. Bro. Musgrave has returned from his vacation. Bro. Parkinson, relief agent for the summer, will be kept busy, as a good many are after holi- days now. Cut. 5 a. Third District — Business is very quiet and not much prospect for things to pick up till the fall grain begins to move. Several agents have been dismissed, owing to shortage of cash, making it bard on all of us. as company and bonding company keep chasing the agents harder all the time. These agents have had little or no experience in station work, and it later proves their downfall. Bro. W. Arbrogast, agent Stornoway, east on a vacation, will probably bring back a wife. Con- gratulations. Bro. J. A. Ryan is relieving Bro. Reng at Ochre River agency, pending bulletin, and Bro. Woodhouse, Makinak nights, is handling that station, pending bulletin, vice Bro. Norris, who bid in Quill Lake agency, on Western Division. Bro. Woodhouse relieved Bro. Phillips, a new man from the East. Bro. Carver, Glen Ella, resigned, relieved by Mr. Helgeson, another new man. relieved Mr. Johnson, owing to his grandmother’s death. Bro. Beach, “MJ,” second, bid in “AQ” second. Bro. Monahan is relieving Mr. Coles, who is on a thirty-day leave, switching in Corning yard. Bro. Monahan is being relieved at “RX” by a “foner” from the Delaware Division. “Spuds.” Canadian Northern Ry. Dauphin, Man., April 15, 1913. Members Division No. Forty-three : Our division had another progressive month during March, having increased by twenty-one members, three by transfer and eighteen by initia- tion. I would urge those who have not paid dues for the present period to remit to me at once, and send M. B. Dept, dues to Bro. Quick, and keep lined-up. G. H. Palmer, General Secretary and Treasurer. District No. One, Western Division — Business is picking up again, after the slack season of February and March. We are handling hundreds of carloads of settlers, coming into this country. With the building of the Hudson Bay Railway, the work on the line from Dauphin to Prince Albert will increase. G. L. Roulston, Alternate Div. No. 66. We should look after these delays in bulletining and filling positions. Bro. Cairns spent a few days in Dauphin, re- lieved by Bro. Driscoll, Rainy River, who mlao Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 869 relieved a few days at Makinak and Plumas nights. There is no show for a "boomer" ’round this "neck of the woods" now. M. V. Hickman, Delegate Div. No. 69. Halifax 6. Southwestern Ry. Now that the ice has been broken and the spring thaw set in, I think it would be a move in the right direction if we were to follow the lead set by our worthy brother who holds cer- tificate 698. It surely must have been pleasing to the members on this district to read an article from the H. & S. W. I think 698 was voicing the sentiments of all the agents in his hit on express commission, but, brothers, it is useless to agitate for commissions on express, as, the way I under- stand it, the business is express in name only, with the exception of rates; they look as if it was up to the standard. The company doesn’t have to worry about securing the business, as there are no competitors in the field, and they will get all that is to be had. The fact of satis- fied employes seems to be altogether overlooked. From a little town I know of there are many chances of fresh fish and live lobsters being for- warded to Halifax by steamer to connect with plant line boats, and who can say but a 10 per cent commission to an agent might capture this, especially when we consider the purchasing power of the 10 per cent if spent with the right merchant by the agent. However, boys, we don’t get it, and for a certainty there are no rules to compel its payment. Therefore, it is up to us to see that we go after other concessions that we can get, to equalize matters. An agency is to be opened at Cardale shortly. The "ham" formerly at Beaver nights, who tried to show Bro. Gibbons how to run things, got married and dismissed the same day. He is now an agent on the "Turkey trail.” Bro. Robinson, second on Branches, was off a while on account of the night man at Morris overlooking a "31" order, resulting in a serious accident. Bro. Simpson is relieving in the Fort Rouge dispatcher’s office. Next time you pass through Portage notice how those "brass pounders” decorate when anything like a hobble skirt shows up. A joint meeting of Dauphin and Ramsack Divi- sions was held on a recent Sunday in Dauphin. Among those present were Bro. Depew, Oakville; Bro. Simpson, Plumas; Bro. Norris, Makinak, and Bro. McLeen and his wife, from Gladstone. None of the eight-hour trick men from this division were present. Bro. Muncey, our general chair- man, and Bro. Palmer, our general secretary- treasurer, gave us a very interesting outline of the work being done. We hope to see an improvement shortly in bulletining and filling positions in accordance with the provisions of our schedule. A meeting will be called shortly at Portage, and we hope to see a good turnout, especially of the eight-hour trick men. Matters in regard to overtime and the bulletin clauses will probably be discussed. "Sum Gud Kin.” John Ibving, Alternate Div. No. 70. The other matter of the twelve to eighteen-hour day with a chance to make 50 cents, the brother referred to, has but a short tiu.c to live. Any brother doubting this should have been present Digitized by Google

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870 The Railroad Telegrapher. at the meeting held in Scotia House, Port Mouton, on Sunday, March 13th, when the grave was dug for it The brothers who missed the meeting can never fully imagine what a jolly one it was. A. L. Gardnsb, Delegate Div. No. 71. The attendance was not very large, but, consider- ing the difficulty experienced in reaching the place o<f meeting and the fact that one brother had to pump forty-eight miles to get there and back home, and the other travel seven hours on the train and pump twenty-two miles, should prove that the O. R. T. is to these men what it should and would be to all those outside the fold. I would say: “Come along, Mr. Non, we want you,” but “Mr. Non” does not live in this South Shore atmosphere, as we have none, and might I suggest that if any of our Canadian roads has any “irredeemables,” that they place them in cold storage and ship them cast. 1 venture to say after Bro. Smith and a few others got through with them they would be good fruit for the pluck- ing. The nearest to a curiosity we have is a worthy brother who would not go to the meeting because it was held on Sunday. Understand the chairman offered to hold a special meeting on the train before midnight Saturday, and then the question arose as to what to do with him after that, so persuasion was dropped. It's good we have a Lord's day alliance in Nova Scotia which prevents Sunday trains, else the company would be obliged to employ a special agent for Sunday work, or probably the brother doesn't mind so long as he gets the coin. Bro. Barter is getting off for a month on ac- count of not being very well. As he has the flower of the flock as an assistant, it must be bard to part. Bro. Story is going after a three-month vaca- tion to visit his dad, D. A. Story, freight claim agent of the Government road, and a sojourner under foreign skies. Bro. MacLellan, retiring chairman, was pre- sented with a beautiful ring, emblem of the Order, as a memento of our early struggles. Bro. Bracket bid in “R,” Bro. Sinclair taking the position of clerk and telegrapher in the dis- patcher's office. We hope he may convert oar dispatchers; nothing like a try. That white but- ton he wears may help a lot. Bro. Merry bid in “BN,” and Miss Wynot was given the new position of assistant at “HO” re- cently created and never bulletined. Wonder if the dispatcher ever read articles a and 3 of the schedule, and, if so, what construction he pats on them? Bro. Copp, of “HB,” had his brother from Bay Verto, N. B., visiting him Easter. He only re- cently converted him to the O. R. T. The commercial men are going to roast Bro. Goodwin or Agent Rudolph at “BW,” the rail- way headquarters, for not being able to bny tickets for four nights a week. This is done to save giving Bro. G. a call of 25 cents. “Oh, yon small potato.” Understand “Bro.” Smith, of “KR,” is going to join the Ladies' Auxiliary after we win out W. C. McLik, Alternate Div. No. 71. on another schedule. The present pay looks too small for Amy. The I. R. C. boys had a revised schedule signed up in February, taking effect March 1st. The Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 871 brother at the junction who works for the I. R. C., but is paid by this management, has a ten- hour day and $63 minimum. He must round up about $85 or $90 per month, which must look Jamks Troy, Delegate Div. No. 76. big to our officials for a telegrapher. We con- gratulate the brother that his wages are not fig- ured like ours, viz., on the earnings of his station, as he has no receipts, I presume he would get our minimum of $25. He's a lucky kid. The H. & S. W. can’t control his pay as it can his work. As the present time sees a stiff fight between Lauriers, Rainbow and Niobe and Borgens, three proposed ships, I will sign myself, “Dreadnought.” Third Districts Western Division — The story circulated some time ago that the Canadian Northern and Grand Trunk Pacific would decide on a location for a new union depot at Edmonton seems to have been without founda- tion. Port Arthur grain is moving pretty lively, but Duluth and Superior grain is still piling up, on account of congestion at the American terminals. The steam shovels are going to points on the lines under construction — pretty good signs of spring. Bro. Houston and gang have started to string wire from Peace River Jet, near Onoway, to thirty-two miles nerth of the “Icy Country.'* Changes in the linemen's territory: Bro. Barnes from Chipman to Athabasca via Edmonton Jet., Edmonton to Stoney Plains, Edmonton to Cam- rose via Strathcona Jet., main batteries and loops at Edmonton, headquarters at Edmonton; Bro. Watts from Stettlcr Diamond to Vegreville, main line from Chipman to Lloydminster, all loops and telephones on this section, headquarters at Vegreville; Bro. Sullivan from Stettlcr Dia- mond south to end of steel, Warden to Rocky Mountain House, all loops, telephones and main batteries, headquarters at Stettler; Bro. Bladon main line west from St. Albert to end of steel and the Peace River branch from Onoway, head- quarters at St. Albert; Bro. Charlton from Lloyd- minster to Warman, North Battleford to Battle- ford, North Battleford to Edam, headquarters at North Battleford. Bro. A. Nelson, inspector of telegraphs at Ed- monton, is still bringing in some new members. Keeps him pretty busy looking after all his terri- tory. Bro. Stringer is still back in the woods doing the bear act for Bro. Houston — climbing, not hug- ging. We are longing for his return to the city as lineman. Bro. P. Morgan, Edmonton, is also getting quite a bunch of new members. We hope Phil will land Bro. Quick’s prize this year. Bros. Wilson and Cavanaugh, Vegreville, gave a very successful hop on the seventeenth. We understand it was the big event of the season. Understand Bro. J. J. Wilson, Clyde, who started in the real estate business, has already bought one subdivision. E. J. Thomas, Delegate Div. No. 76. We have not as yet received that long-promised remittance from Mr. Argo, agent at Delmas. We have another promise since January 1st. Expect he will go on the farm in about another week Digitized by Google

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872 The Railroad Telegrapher. and forget all about it, but we will remember him next fall. The division is lined up with the exception of L. C. Matthews, Vegreville; R. Jarvis, Vonda, and L. F. Sc hn rides, Delegate Div. No. 76. C. W. McKellar, Marshall, whom we expect to land shortly. Bro. R. J. Weiss, a new man from Division 54, relieved Mr. Stuart at Humboldt nights. Bro. O’Farrell relieved Mr. Dillihunt at War- man days. Mr. Davidson, nights there, will soon be Bro. Davidson. Bro. W. H. Smith, appointed agent at Rud- dell. Bro. Sherman is at Radison days, and Bro. T. Morgan nights. Bro. Harrington, first North Battleford, was off two days with grippe, and Bros. Shaw and Christmas doubled up. Bro. C. P. Hines, agent Maidstone, off ten days to Winnipeg, relieved by Bro. Healy, of Divi- sion 7. Mr. Rumball, Lashburn nights, relieved by Mr. Fizer, whom we expect soon to call “brother.” Mr. McKellar has returned to Marshall, after a six-months trip south. Bro. H. J. Wilson, Vegreville days, while off renewing old acquaintances, was relieved by Bro. Merckel, of Division 7. Bro. C. B. Hicks transferred to Red Willow agency, Bro. Grieve to Morinville, and Bro. Beaton to Donalds. Mr. Nelson, chief dispatcher, was off several days with the grippe, but is back again with his usual smile. It is now Bro. Vanmeer, Vonda nights, and Bro. Bethune, Vermilion nights. We have requested all the brothers out on the line to send us notes, so we can have an inter- esting write-up. Send them right along. We have a solid bunch at Edmonton, and any of them would be pleased to take any news offered. “The Twins at ‘MO/ ” Central of Georgia Ry. Southwestern Division — The general meeting in Macon was well attended and much interest manifested. These meetings, we understand, will be held every three months, and we earnestly hope the boys will con- tinue to come out, lots can be learned by attend- ing. The general secretary and treasurer is offering a nice bonus for the applications brought in at these meetings, and each one should bring in at least one application. The grand secretary and treasurer is also offering a nice lot of prizes. Our general superintendent has called the gen- eral committee’s attention to the fact that a num- ber of agents’ names do not appear on the Honor Roll each month as they should. Hope the mem- bers will endeavor to render their reports in shape, so as not to have our attention called to this again, and make a better showing in the future. Your general committee is now trying to secure a revision of our agreement, and the membership should support it in every way. W. H. Coburn, Delegate Div. No. 76. Bro. Travis reports more members paying dues up to the present time than ever before. The Grand Convention convened in Baltimore, May z 2th, and we expect good news from the brothers who attend, when they return. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 873 Only four nons on this division nt>w. We hope they will soon be with us. Hope the boys will send dots, in order to have a write-up each month. Cekt. no. E. H. Webster, Delegate Div. No. 76. Savannah Division — In order that we may improve the service and prevent censure by minor officials, I desire to call attention to the following complaint: Neglecting to promptly make reports of over freight and for- ward to correct destinations; failure to protect your agency with full exception on short and damage; promptness in rendering to claim agent report of refused and unclaimed freight, which has been on hand ten days; requiring, in every instance, receipts, showing date of all freight de- livered; having all shipping tickets, in every in- stance, signed up by shippers; rendering perfect reports. Some of these complaints have been occasioned owing to the new way of handling abstracts by the auditor of traffic. The agents were charged with these added abstracts, and not being furnished with originals, did not know of any changes in their accounts until notified by the auditor. Don’t lose interest in your work on that account, but take up the matter with your auditor under personal cover, and everything will work smoothly, greatly reducing your work as well as those handling it. Answer calls promptly, do not be absent without permission. Be neat in appearance, polite and obliging, and keep your office and waiting room clean and tidy. "Cleanli- ness is next to godliness." Devote every minute of your time to the company, necessary to keep down complaints at your station, then the officials will see who it pays to employ. Bro. E. S. Youmans, Jr., of Nunez, is now with the Southern Ry. at Hiram, Ga. We were sorry to see old Elton leave. Bro. H. Mullis, at Pulaski, Ga., was relieved by Miss Eugenia Dixon, of Nunez, who filed her application at once. Bro. Mullis goes to second Meldrim, vice Mr. Briggs. Bro. P. O. Trapnell, of Metter, is relieving Bro. D. M. Rogers, who is serving on the general com- mittee. The only non on this division is B. C. Boat- right, first Tennille, Ga., who has a personal grudge against some one, but tells any one ask- ing if he is up-to-date, that he is, and on at M. & A. Jet. Bro. Moore, of Tybee depot, will soon be busy handing out the pasteboards for the Tybee Island summer travel. We hope to soon conclude our negotiations with the management. Fraternally yours, Cert. i. Macon Division — Bro. Travis relieved at Belt Line Jet. by J. A. Ansley, extra, and Bro. C. H. Livsey, general chairman, at East Point, by Bro. Paul Woodall, while they are serving on the general committee which convened in Savannah, April 7th, for a revision of rules and wage scale. It is hard to find a man on the line now who has no card in his pocket. F. W. Tiedka, Delegate Div. No. 76. Bro. Young, at Machen, is improving from the effects of his recent painful accident. We hope for his speedy recovery. Chief Dispatcher Mercer has been promoted to trainmaster of this division, succeeded by First e

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874 The Railroad Telegrapher. Trick Dispatcher Horton; Bro. Starke, relay job, bidding in third trick dispatcher. We are glad to see the boys at Macon Jet. up- to-date again. Div. Com. R. A. Moran, Delegate Div. No. 76. Chattanooga Division — The boys on this division are lined-up almost solid. Our secretary and treasurer, Bro. Travis, is suffering with nose trouble, due to the smoke, perhaps, that he inhaled while with the general committee in Savannah. He says if Savannah had a smoke ordinance, as Atlanta has, that Bro. Rogers would have been arrested as soon as he hit the town with that “French Briar” of his. Bro. Bledsoe, while serving on the general com- mittee at Savannah, was relieved at Lafayette by W. A. King. Cert. 65. Detroit, Toledo 6. I ronton Ry. Our revised schedule has been put up to Super- intendent Warner, and we hope to soon be work- ing under it. The boys have lined-up fine lately. It’s now Bro. Floyd Smalley, at Good Hope, and Bro. S. H. Mowery, at Jeffersonville, has rejoined. It’s also Bros. Giberson, Lemmon and Acles, at Bainbridge, and Bro. Clay Matthews, at Greenfield, now. Bro. Dale Murray, Good Hope, underwent a successful operation at Columbus Hospital, and is taking a rest before resuming the agency there. We are glad to see him back again. Our local chairman visited “ye scribe” recently. Come again. It certainly is very encouraging to our com- mittee to see so many of the boys getting into line again, and it is hoped that the good work will go on. This is the only way in which we can hope to better our condition. Now that we are about to get a good revision of our schedule, although we may not get all that we ask for, let us all stick together and not let it drop like we have heretofore. Let us make our officials fed that it pays to recognize our organization by giv- ing them the best service possible. I think it would be an excellent idea if we could arrange for a meeting once in awhile, so as to keep the boys acquainted with each other, and to exchange ideas. I believe it would be a benefit to all of us. Let us arrange to do this in the near future. Every one who knows of any changes or any- thing that would be of general interest, send it in for the next write-up. Your correspondent is not in a position to hear of all them. Sorry I did not receive any items from the Northern Division this month. “HM,” Cert. 9. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. First Division — Business is very quiet. Bro. J. G. Gordon, of the Denver general office, has returned from a trip East. H. A. Stimson, Delegate Div. No. 76. Bro. O. C. Hoffman is back on second Hus ted, Mr. Honnold returning there as agent. G. W. Close, an old-timer, relieved Bro. Happy at Wigwam, while he was off on account of the sickness and death of his infant daughter. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 875 Bro. F. J. Rogers, first Eden, on sick list for short time, but is back on the job. Our genial secretary, Bro. Roberts, of Minne- qua, is getting ready for the long trip to Balti- more, as delegate to the convention. L. R. Ness, Delegate Div. No. 76. Bro. F. A. Chalk has taken the cashiership at Walsenburg, a well deserved promotion. Walsen- burg telegraph job is open to some good man now. Cert. 41. Second District — The March Telegrapher contained a good write-up of the Colorado Lines First Division. There is no reason why this district can not have a good write-up also. We have no regular cor- respondent since Bro. Ericksen left, and Bro. Aldridge is doing what be can, until some one is appointed. Bro. Dittbrenner relieved Mr. Thigpen on third Parkdale, who went to “DN” second, extra. Bro. Schloft, Canon City, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. Gee- patric. Bro. Sam L. Rohr, Portland third, knows how to repair the signals, but has to lay off a few days from the effects. Div. Cor. Green River Division, Utah Lines — It is with the deepest regret that we hear the news flashed over the line today (April 16th) of the death of our beloved Bro. R. B. Marks, at 11:30 a. m., of heart failure, acting agent at Thompsons, Utah, for several years. We all ex- tend to the bereaved relatives and friends our deepest fraternal sympathy in their sad bereave- ment. Bro. Rounds is on vacation, relieved by Mr. McMullin, and he by Mr. Willison; Mr. Lessing is also on vacation, relieved by Mr. Hall, who re- lieved J. A. Golden, at Mack, while on a trip up the Uintah. Mr. Willison and Mr. Hall are both new men. The latter has not done any railroad work for nine years. Both will be with us in the near future. Bro. Johnson and our new Bro. Thurmond have changed places. There have been a few other changes along the line which I have been unable to get. Read my announcement in the April number, and send all items you may have for Green River Division to Ruby. Div. Cot., Cert. 406. Green River Division, Utah Lines East — Bro. Clark has returned from Indiana, where he was called on account of his fathers illness, and is now working on reports in Chief O’Laugh- lin’s office. Bro. O. M. Walk is on first Helper. Bro. De- Leago, from Tucker, passed through there on his way back East. Mr. Brady bid in second there. Mr. Bacon, from the chief’s office, relieved B. D. Hatch, Green River agency, resigned. Mr. Craig was called "Bro.” in a recent write-up. This is an error. He is not up-to-date. The same correction must be made in regard to Mr. Grubbs. R. B. Boyington, Delegate Div. No. 76. Bro. C. J. Johnson, from Westwater nights, is on third Mounds, vice Bro. Golden, who relieved G. L. Hall, at Mack, who went to Price and later to Cisco. Digitized by Google

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876 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Brown wu relieved at Green River, three days, by Mr. Williamson, a new man from San Francisco, now working at Cisco. Work trains have been put on east of Green River, and ballasting is in full swing, making it interesting for the operators on the east end. E. A. Popelab, Alternate Div. No. 76. Dispatcher Ludwig is on two weeks’ vacation, visiting sunny California and Long Beach, accom- panied by his wife and children; relieved by Con- ductor E. W. Little. Dispatcher G. W. Turner took a short trip to Denver and other large cities. Mr. Flesher, from the K. C. S., worked three days at Helper, dispatching, and then landed a trick at Grand Jet., vice Mr. Thomas, resigned, going to the C. G. W. Spanish Fork agency up for bids. Hope some brother lands it. Bro. Fisher, Woodside third, on vacation, re- lieved by Mr. Crowsert. Get after the nons at Cisco, Price and Green River, boys; don’t give them any rest till they come across; also the three new men at Narrows. Superintendent Slattery, who has been around Thompsons and Cisco recently, overseeing the ballasting of track there, is now in Salt Lake, forming a new time card. We have been missing his daily greeting. "Boomers” will probably be here as usual with the warm weather. Don’t forget the old motto, boys, no favors around Helper office to those with- out a card. Mr. Craig is on second Helper now, vice Bro. Walk, and Mr. Patton on Kyune third. There has been about eleven different men there la a month. Bro. Woods resigned at Mapleton, relieved by Mr. Jones, a new man, pending bulletin. "Q,” Cert. 6ai- Bessemer & Lake Erie R. R. I wish to thank the brothers for the support and encouragement given me while acting general chairman during the past two years. I took the course, in my judgment, for the best interest of all concerned, and I done it with a will, notwith- standing the few who were prone to knock and keep away from the meetings, not one of which I missed during my term as general chairman, which showed that I had the welfare of the members at heart, and I feel that I leave this office with my work well done, and ony hope that my successor will have the support he deserves during his term. I want to say that I was received by the officials with courtesy and consideration, and leave my work as a committeman with their good will and respect. I wish my successor the best that is going, but remember he must have the support of the mem- bership to make his task a pleasant one and accom- plish results for your interest. Yours as ever, in S. O. & D., Rxchabd A. Buzza. J. G. JoHirsoir, Alternate Div. No. 76. The election of officers for the next two years resulted as follows: General chairman, Bro. F. N. Williams; Bro. C. V. Patton, representative for the agents, clerk-telegraphers, and Bro. W. B. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 877 Risley, secretary and treasurer, making a committee of three to represent the telegraphers and agents end of it. Heretofore the committee has been composed of six, making an extra expense on committee work, and quite unnecessary to bring the same results. R. L. Herrick, Alternate Div. No. 76. As it stands now, one man represents the O. S. telegrapher, and one the agents and clerk-teleg- raphers, the secretary and treasurer acting as third man on the committee. This suggestion was brought before the meeting by General Chairman Buzza, put to a vote and carried. I think that this will work out for the interest of all con- cerned. Bro. Duffy was elected representative to the convention, and Bro. Bartoo as alternate. Bro. Manross went for the speckeled beauties in the wilds of Crawford County; he did not have very good luck. Bro. Hicks, wife and daughter took in the inauguration ceremonies at Washington. Bro. Hoover had the misfortune to lose both his mother and father by death, in less than a week. He is back at the old stand again. Bro. Kiser, French Creek, is now nicely lo- cated near his work, enjoying farm life with his wife and little daughter, Esther. Meadville was visited as well as other towns in Penns. with the high water, but not so bad as some of the towns in Ohio. 1183 South Water St., where ye correspondent lives, was rightly named. The water came by the house, down the pavement like a mill race, and a boat was a very good thing to have around if you wished to leave the house, as the water was three feet deep. We regret to learn that our newly elected gen- eral chairman, Bro. Williams, has been very sick, but glad to know that he is on the mend. Our new schedule pleased nearly every one with the substantial raises the offices received. The only dissatisfied ones were those who should have had the least to say. We have as good a schedule as our neighboring roads. Former General Chairman Buzza was marooned at Dicksonburg, on account of the flood at Mead- ville, as no trains were run on the M. C. L. & L. branch for several days, and no trolleys between Meadville and Harmonsburg. The land slide at French Creek, where Bro. Buzza holds forth, re- quired the efforts of the work train for about a week, with the whirley to clean the mud and quick sand off the tracks. Bro. Chas. W. Smith, who was at French Creek extra during the flood, was unable to get home to get anything to eat until he was nearly starved. Mr. Callahan is back on Lynces Jet. first. We hope he will get a card soon. Bro. Walling, his relief is back on second there. Bro. B. B. Gebr is buying sole leather, so he will have enough to last for that walk between “XA” tower and Jolly’s Cut. Barney is back on “NA” tower third, another one who needs a card. Remember, “No card, no favors.” J. N. Williams, Alternate Div. No. 80. Bro. Fred Sahm, who relieved Mr. Staley, while the latter was trying the insurance busi- ness, is back again at his old job. W. F. Strong, who relieved Bro. Sahm, on his vacation, has returned to “XG” tower. Bro. Smith Digitized by Google

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878 The Railroad Telegrapher. went from French Creek to third “XG” tower, and Bro. Ross Williams is back on first there. Bro. H. C. Herrick’s brother-in-law and family were nearly washed away during the flood. Their F. B. Rose, Delegate Div. No. 81. To the Non-Members: Do you want better working conditions and a living wage salary? Don’t you see the future that awaits you if you do not unite yourself with the organization that represents you, and what great things are in store for you if you will carry an up-to-date card? Look around and see what organized labor has accomplished the past few years. The only way to better the working conditions of today is to have a solid organization, and the way to get it is to have a card. Every non should join for his own benefit as well as ours in perfecting the organization. The man (?) who says, “I am going to wait and see what the committee does before I do any- thing,” should think what would be the condi- tions today if we had done that way. The man who says the O. R. T. never did anything for him and flatly refuses to contribute his part in joining the Order, should also refuse to accept any in- crease in salary, never think of sending in over- time slips, insist on working twelve hours a day instead of eight or nine, and walk several miles or so with the switch lamps, as well as do numer- ous other things which the O. R. T. boys have relieved him of. The nons on this division who “pretend to be blind to unionism — which is only a stall to avoid taking membership — show a selfishness of which they should be heartily ashamed. house in Miamisburg, Ohio, had seven feet of mud and water in it, after the water receded. Brooks has resumed on third “RX,” Albion, and Mr. Butler relieved Mr. Bement, resigned, in “A” office there. Bro. Herrick is getting some new improvements at Platea station. Thanks to Bro. McGuire for the items he sent in, and hope the other brothers will get interested and do likewise. Ceet. 155. Southern Pacific Ry. To the Members of Salt Lake Division: The proposition for revision of our present schedule has been presented to the management, who has promised to give the committee an answer as soon as possible. The success we rtiect with depends largely on the strength we can show. Every member should make it his duty to induce those outside who would be a credit to the Order to join at once, and give the committee solid backing. We have the best committee in exist- ence and should back it up to the end. It is only natural that we should be anxious, but we must not become impatient. Matters of this kind can not be rushed, and where thousands of dol- lars are involved we must be prepared to make haste slowly, and now that the machine has been started to grind out a new schedule, we must have patience and support our committee to the limit. It is putting forth its best efforts for a speedy and satisfactory settlement. E. B. Mortom, Delegate Div. No. 83. . Help pay for what you get; that is all we ask of you, and you can not do it by remaining a non and taking all that so generously comes your way. Don’t be a stumbling block to others and Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 879 fight against the men who are' putting money in your pocket every day. The members want the schedule revised. Are you going to hinder or help? F. J. Crozibr, Alternate Div. No. 83. Come, show your manhood, be a man among men and unite with us. “Right will win though many be against us.,( I desire the members to consider this an official notice of dues for the term commencing July i, 1913, and hope every brother and sister will be in possession of his or her card by the first day of July. The amount of dues on this division for the ensuing term is $6.00. Let us pay up promptly and assist our committee. The results it will ob- tain depend entirely on the support rendered by the membership. If there is a non or a delinquent member work- ing with or near you, get him; there is no time like the present. It is as much your duty to secure new members as it is to pay your dues; self-interest suggests it, and loyalty to the Order demands it. Every non retards our progress, and it is important that we eliminate them as fast as possible. Individual effort means a solid front, which we can have if we work faithfully. Don’t put it off for tomorrow. Keep me advised of the nons’ locations, and when one comes to work in your office, drop me a line, giving his or her name. This will enable me to keep constantly in touch with them and will greatly assist me in securing their applications. We treat the nons too good. Remember, “No card, no favors." Don't be afraid of hurting their feelings. I hope each member will do his or her part by fending me the application of at least one non between now and July 1st. Also be particular to pay up promptly yourself, in order that your new card may reach you before July 1st. You should remit three or four weeks in advance, as there is always more or less delay at the beginning of a term, on account of the heavy work in the office of the G. S. & T. No argument is as effective for a committee as an up-to-date card in the possession of the man or woman who wants better conditions. Very little additional argument is necessary. An up- to-date card speaks for the members at all times. The new seniority list for January 1, 1913, has been received from the superintendent's office and the required number of copies made and for- warded to each station. Anyone not receiving a copy, please notify me, and I will gladly forward another. No notes received from the west end this month. Boys, send anything and everything you can to our local correspondent, C. E. Kalb, at Clark, Nevada, before the fifteenth of each month. We want a nice write-up in the journal every month, and must have your assistance. The rates to join the fraternal department for May is $6.50; June, $5.50. Fees for certificate of membership in the mutual benefit department is $1.00. J. S. Darby, Delegate Div. No. 88. Assessments are: $300 (series A), $2.40 per year, 20 cents per month; $500 (series B), $3.60 per year, 30 cents per month; $1,000 (series C), $7.20 per year, 60 cents per month, which is paid until the applicant is accepted. Digitized by Google

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880 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. H. B. Henderson, from Division 40, is relieving Bro. W. W. Brownson, Jr., Lucin third, while looking after personal interests there. Bro. Puryear bid in Lucin agency, vice Bro. Morris to Carlin second. L. J. Ross, Delegate Div. No. 89. Bro. Matson relieved Bro. Osborne, third Pro- montory Point, relieving E. H. Gibson, third Le- may, resigned. It is now Bro. H. H. Hoover, Jr., on second Lemay. Let’s hope we can land J. B. Barnes, acting agent at Lemay. Nevada Northern Ry. — A parlor car is now being used daily on pas- senger trains, said by experienced travelers to be as fine as any in the United States. D. S. Morgan, our highly accomplished chief dispatcher, handles the numerous trains and other business with an ease which proclaims him as one of the best. F. W. Lyon, second trick dispatcher, a “prince of good fellows,” justifies every day the confidence of his superiors in promoting him from the East Ely telegraph and ticket job. H. W. Edwards, an “old-timer,” one of the land-marks of this section of Nevada, is at “Q,” and Bro. W. G. Hull is on second Ely. Bro. F. E. Kent, the old reliable assistant agent, handles the work at McGill with Mr. Hollings- worth. C. A. Nickels, a veteran on this line, is at Cherry Creek. J. E. Green, an old-timer, is the first-class agent at Currie. Bro. B. H. Kling is agent at Shafter, E. F. Coady on second and P. G. Murphy on third. A. L. Johnson is at Copper Flat, and S. S. Bigger at East Ely. J. J. Brennan, Local Chairman, Cobre, Nev. Tucson Division — Bro. J. C. High, on fourth Yuma temporarily, has returned to Stockton Division, his leave of absence being up. It’s now Bro. Bouck, at Aztec, who recently bid in Aztec agency; also Bro. R. E. Badger, on third Casa Grande, and Bro. E. L. Cummings, on second Estrella. Bro. J. F. Hoover has been reinstated, and Bro. E. A. Tann, second Cam bray, has been transferred from Division No. 6. Dispatcher Howard, off a few days, was re- lieved by Dispatcher Fuller. Bro. G. C Kelber, one of our “boosters,” bid in Gila agency. W. E. Baxter, third Gila, will be with us shortly. Bro. L. E. Holmes and R. J. Bachman are visit- ing “Frisco.” The general committee is expecting word from the management any day now, relative to the new schedule conference. Bro. H. H. Isaard passed over the division re- cently en route to New Orleans. F. S. Rawlins, superintendent of telegraph, on a tour of inspection was a March visitor at Tuc- son. W. A. Bowden, from Gila, is the new arrival at “UN.” Mr. Acre, Night Chief Dispatcher Cassidy’s clerk, is now in the superintendent’s office at Tucson. J. H. McDermott, Delegate Div. No. 89. Bro. Joseph Thomas Mack has returned to the general office. The “UN” brothers were very sorry to lose him. He was relieved by Bro. “Stevey” Flynn, relieved by Bro. Taylor, on his Digitized by Google

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881 The Railroad Telegrapher. return from a visit to the Coast, and is now at “CO,” Adams Hotel, at Phoenix. Bros. Stanley, manager; Taylor, Eva and But- ler now comprise the day crew in “UN,” with Mr. H. G. Ford, Alternate Div. No. 89. Bowden on fifth, early nights, and Bro. Eiser on the sixth, late night trick. Bro. VV. R. Bell is relieving Bro. Shreve on first Maricopa, who is relieving the agent there. “O.” Los Angeles Division — T. W. McKinley, second trick dispatcher, has returned, relieving Mr. Elliott, who has been re- lieving the dispatchers while taking their turns off. J. B. Stewart and J. A. Walker, first and second trick dispatchers on the desert end, have exchanged tricks temporarily. The telegrapher at Monte has been taken off, adding this work to the agent's duties, heavy fruit traffic being over. Bro. C. W. Runge, agent El Centro, is on an extended leave, relieved by Bro. S. F. Willard. Bro. O. Dumm, now at Stryker, Mont., is im- proving and hopes to return to California soon. Bro. L. P. Hockett has taken his assignment at Ontario, relieving A. J. Russell. S. E. Cannon relieved Bro. R. H. Hobgood, and Bro. J. H. Davis relieved Bro. A. L. Johnson, telegraphers Imperial Jet., while off taking de- grees in masonry. Later Mr. Cannon relieved Bro. W. J. Flynn, first Oxnard, who relieved Bro. M. C. Kennady, third Beaumont, relieving Bro. C. E. Kindig at Palm Springs agency, relieving Bro. H. L. Earl, Saugus second, who relieved Bro. E. L. Geluricks on Beaumont second, relieving C. P. English, manager “NG,” Los Angeles. T. A. Day, night chief “DS,” Los Angeles, on thirty days' leave, relieved by Mr. Marsh. Bro. R. N. Bunker, second Iris, off several days to Los Angeles, on account sickness, relieved by Bro. H. J. Morse, later by Bro. Leroy Haley, who also relieved Bro. O’Connell, Iris first, a few days. Bro. C. P. McCIuen, third Indio, off a few days on account sickness, relieved by Bro. Morse, who later resigned. C. S. Sexton relieved on third Ventura by G. Crowley, who later relieved Bro. P. G. Murphy, Burbank, resigned. Bro. Frank Clements, agent Salton, has re- turned from his ranch, relieved by J. H. Davis. Bro. E. L. Hirst, who relieved Bro. D. H. McCormick, second Fernando, a few days, later relieved Bro. C. C. Woodruff, Redlands Jet. third, resigned. Bro. Willard relieved A. W. Grizzle, agent Bur- bank, assigned cashier Imperial. Bro. W. B. Duncan, agent Chino, off a few days, relieved by Bro. L. M. Holman. Bro. A. H. Mastin, from Saugus, who relieved Bro. E. L. Dort, agent Glamis, later relieved Bro. C. C. Dickinson, River Station, on account sick- ness. Bro. R. E. Loomis, who relieved Bro. Nichols, agent El Casco, a few days, later relieved Bro. Paul Walter a few days. A. J. Shimanbk, Alternate Div. No. 91. Bro. C. G. White relieved Bro. R. E. Loomis, third Pomona. Bro. E. C. Fuller, first there, re- signed, relieved by Silas Cannon. Bro. J. E. Sloan, agent Oxnard, is in San Francisco Hospital. Digitized by Gock; e

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882 The Railroad Telegrapher. M. H. Goodlander, from O. S. L. extra, re- lieved Bro. M. L. Wurm, at Carpenteria, when he went to Owensmouth agency. Rates to join are: May, $6.50; June, $5.50; July, $10.50, which includes initiation fee of $3.50 F. J. McGraw, Delegate Div. No. 92. to the Fraternal Department, and $1 to the Mutual Benefit Department, and dues to the end of the current term at $1 per month. Insurance rates, which are not to be paid until application is ac- cepted, are: On $300, Series A, $2.40 per year; on $500, Series B, $3.60 per year, and on $1,000, Series C, $7.20 per year. I heartily appreciate your support as representa- tive to the ninth biennial and -nineteenth regular session of the Grand Division, at Baltimore, Md., in May, and assure you I will make every effort possible to further the interest of the Los Angeles Division, and while I continue to act as local chairman, will do my utmost to settle grievances promptly and continue to organize the telegraphers. It is important that you keep me advised of new men coming to this division. If members, give me their certificate and division numbers, and date dues are paid to, so we can arrange their transfer to Division No. 53. New men who are nons will promptly receive an invitation to join. Yours fraternally, Ed. Mulvihill. for the season went out of here April nth. There is a very large acreage grown in this section. Bro. Werner is chief reporter this month. Bro. Evans, second San Luis Obispo, called oo us recently, after looking over his ranch near Watsonville. He was relieved by Bro. Pittman, of Gaviota. Bro. Jim Doig, relieved Bro. H. M. Frye, Salinas agency, who relieved Bro. P. F. Werner on first there. Bro. Joe Ve Verka, first Paso Robles, writes that "PR” is solid, thanks to the good missionary work of he and Bro. Hathaway, and it is now Bro. H. L. Parke, nights there. It is also Bro. Roy O’Neel, on Gilroy third, now. Bro. V. J. Lovelace, of Oceano, off on sixty days’ leave, stopped over at Paso Robles on his way to Nebraska, to stock up his ranch with Hereford cattle and Kentucky horses. Bro. A. D. Spencer, "YD,” San Jose, resigned, relieved by Bro. J. M. Day, has gone to the wire- less instead of back East as previously reported, and is now on the steamer "State of California,*’ out of San Francisco every Thursday. Bro. F. R. Wallace, second Redwood City, has resigned and gone back to Texas, relieved by Bro. D. R. Sullivan. E. A. McClusky, second San Francisco, "MS,” while cranking his auto recently sprained his wrist. Bro. P. F. Werner who relieved him a W. H. More isoN, Delegate Div. No. 93. Coast Division — Spring is here with its fruits, flowers, base ball and "Oh ho Hum” spring fever. Prospects are good for a bumper crop, but we need rain. The first large shipment of strawberries few days, later relieved Mr. Simpson, Salinas second, on vacation. Bro. Parke, relieved by P. H. Stuart on Lom- poc assistant agency, pending bulletin, went to Paso Robles, assigned. Digitized by , , Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 883 G. C. Grove, third “MS,” San Francisco, has gone back to Denver to get married, relieved by Ex-Bro. G. R. Smith, a new man from the East, and he later by J. L. Emery. Mr. Grove should G A. Mulhall, Delegate Div. No. 93. now seek the protection that the O. R. T. throws around our loved ones. General Chairman Cowgill has had two success- ful operations performed, and we are glad to learn from Bro. Ward, who recently called on him at the hospital, that he is now able to be up and walk around a little. C. B. Vodica, who relieved Bro. Cowgill temporarily, was later relieved by C. W. Fuller, and is now relieving Bro. G. W. Stevenson, at Fulton, who has gone to his ranch in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Boys, give me a hand in this reporting business. I will surely appreciate it. Fraternally, "HS,” Cert 1558. San Joaquin Division — Cameron, Cal., April 9, 1913- Members San Joaquin Division: I have been appointed to succeed Bro. Mallachowitz, who re- signed as local chairman of this district. He has done great work in the two years that he has handed the job, and we are all sorry to lose him. But his successor will try with all his might to keep the ball rolling, and asks the co-operation of all the boys in making this district solid. When a new man comes to your station or the station next to. you, if he holds an up-to-date in another division, notify me of his certificate and division number in order that we may have him transferred to Division No. 53. If he has no card, find out how he is fixed for coming into the Order, get a promise from him if nothing better, and send me his name and address, that I may forward to him the necessary papers. Keep up the good work, brothers, we will be able to retain and even better the good conditions we now have. All social and financial enterprises better them- selves, by not letting a single opportunity pass without taking advantage of it. We are advancing as .is seen by the numerous new and revised schedules all over the country, and hope soon to have a revised schedule here. Pay your dues early, brothers, and have the new card before the old one expires. The non-members coming to work with us are joining as fast as they are approached. Look after the new men in your vicinity, brothers, and it will be greatly appreciated. We want a write-up in the journal every month, and I want every brother to send me items, so they will reach me not later than the 15th of the month. In your items, be sure and state whether brother or mister. At the Caliente meeting, on April 6th, several subjects of interest were brought up and dis- cussed, and the brothers present had a good, sociable time. We are going to have meetings each month, somewhere on the division, of which G. E. Chance, Delegate Div. No. 93. you will be notified well beforehand, and we want every brother to attend who can possibly get away. Bro. Haines, of the D. & R. G., is now agent at Farmersville. Fraternally yours, W. E. Blume, Local Chairman. Digitized by CjOO^lC

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884 The Railroad Telegrapher. Lines in Oregon — Business on this division is good and everyone is doing his part to keep trains moving on schedule time. The car job at Roseburg has been discon- tinued, and Bro. Ray Grate went on the extra Wesley Stone, Delegate Div. No. 93. Bro. H. F. Rice and wife were recent Wash- ington visitors. Bro. F. W. Cantrell relieved Dispatcher Tay- lor a few days, whose father was sick. W. J. Mahoney, first Grants Pass, was relieved by Mr. Summers, Mr. Nelson taking second and Bro. Brunkin third. Work trains are thick on the West Side and Yamhill Divisions, electrifying both lines. Boys on the west side are wondering what road they will be working for after the P. E. ft E. takes possession. G. W. James, agent Newberg, is trying to land the post office at that place. Bro. Keyser, from the O. E., is telegraphing at Newberg. Bro. S. F. Carr is relieving I. N. Woods, agent Dallas, on vacation, and Bro. C. R. Sawtree is doing the wire work. Bro. Prime, at Monmouth, is to have a new depot. The railroad commissioners have ordered one put up by May 20th. S. K. Hill, Independence, is relieving on the main line and P. R. & N. The new bridge across the Williamette River at Salem was finished, and trains commenced running over it March 8th. The people on the west side can now get to the State capitol. “No card, no favors*' for the men who says he won't get an up-to-date unless we get him a raise in our new schedule. list instead of displacing the youngest assigned man. The cars will be handled from the Port- land office. The brothers who have not yet paid their dues for the term ending June 30th should do so at once and not allow themselves to become delinquent and jeopardize the protection of their M. B. D. bene- ficiaries. Try to line up the non-members you work with. Call on the local chairman for appli- cation blanks and any assistance needed. There are only a few of them left and they must be induced to join and help us to secure better working conditions, which would benefit them as well as those who help. Recently I heard a non say to the dispatcher: “Put down five hours’ Sunday overtime." He is drawing $5 a month for this, and .then has the effrontery to say that “the O. R. T. does us no good," although knowing as well as we do that this concession was gained for us by our organi- zation. Let’s line these men up, brothers. They should help pay the freight. Bro. L. B. Deens, relieved by W. L. Byrd, is now at Salem. Bro. T. A. May is back after a month’s vaca- tion. Bro. R. H. Tyson, from Halsey, relieved Bro. H. A. Morse at Springfield, who bid in Enright Bro. F. E. Dinens, third Oregon City, relieved Bro. S. L. Smith, who relieved Bro. Heyser at Newberg. R. R. Gkesn, Delegate Div. No. 93. Boys, help the correspondent, so we can have a good write-up from the Oregon Lines in our journal each month. “RS," Div. Cor., Cert. *467. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 885 Louisiana Lines Division — Many agents are resigning and their places are being filled by relieving regular assigned men, relieved by new men or closing less important offices a few days. W. E. Daugherty, Delegate Div. No. 93. A telegrapher was dismissed recently for fail- ing to deliver a train order, causing trains to meet between stations. Boys, be sure that you deliver every order to the right train, or you may cause the loss of many lives. Also see that you have the necessary hand signals on hand in good condition, as per the chief’s recent circular. Trains No. 3 and 4 have been discontinued be- tween Morgan City and LaFayette. Motor cars will probably be put on shortly to take care of the passenger business between these two points. Large crowds took in the excursion to New Orleans on Easter Sunday, and to Franklin and Houma the following Sundays. Two telegraphers from Edgerly have been moved to Vinton, making “VN” a day-and-night office and “KN” a day office. Sulphur has also been made a day-and-night office, and another telegrapher has been added to the Iowa force; hours, 5 p. m. to 3 a. m. All ten-hour men are entitled to an hour off for meals. Be sure you get yours, or get that one hour overtime and then get an hour off, be- cause you can not work more than nine hours. The "ham factory” at LaFayette will soon turn out a few fresh "hams,” some wireless. Boys, see how many of you can make 100 per cent on the book of rules. General Superintendent Sheridan paid C. Heth- erwick, agent Baldwin, a visit recently, and then took a trip down the branch to see the salt min s. F. W. Strange is the new dispatcher in "FY” on second L. W. Only a few responded to my request to send in items for the journal. You will have to send in some news, as I can not get it all. One item from each one would enable us to have a good write-up each month. P. F. O’Donnel, traveling conductor for awhile, is back as conductor on the local freight, 55 and 56. E. M. Chapman is now on Abbeville days, J. C. Hampton on second Bowie, and George Fanguy on third Morgan City. W. Walker, second Mor- gan City, was on the sick list several weeks. D. L. Caffery, agent Lake Charles, has resigned, relieved by W. L. Stark. T. F. Bates, third Boutte, has also resigned. The mosquitoes got too friendly with him. He relieved C. M. Kil- patrick there, who bid in Cheneyville third. O. P. Brupbacher, third Bowie, off a few days’ sick, was relieved by W. Walthers. N. C. Frier is now agent West Lake, vice I. E. Jones, and W. H. Wilkinson is agent Washing- ton, vice G. H. Hanley. C. O. Roome is on second Algiers, with Mose- ley on third and Chapman on first. E. D. Stakemiller, over here during the high water, is now with the T. & N. O. on Echo second. Live up to our motto: "No card, nix on the favors.” J. W. Millie, Delegate Div. No. 93. W. A. Walthers is now at Duson nights. C. Dejean is on second Des Allemands and A. Davis on third, both pending arrival of assigned men. A meeting of Teche Court, No. 31, Tribe of Ben Hur, Franklin, La., was held on Wednesday Digitized by v^ooQle

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886 The Railroad Telegrapher. night, April 16th, by Organizer F. X. Meyers, a former dispatcher and ex-chief dispatcher. Among the railroad men present were Agent A. H. Feske, L. Sterling and C. A. Landen, clerks; W. E. C J. Walker, Delegate Div. No. 93. Chase and H. L. Feske, telegraphers; J. M. King, section foreman; S. A. Johnson, express agent, and A. Black, express driver. Mr. Meyers has organized a good many courts along the lines of the S. P. Let us do our best to get all the nons and delinquents on this division into our trust- worthy Order — the O. R. T. “FS,” Cert. 2179. G. H. & S. A.t Victoria Division — During a high wind one morning recently a box car at Placed, without waiting for the for- mality of a clearance card, dodged out of the side track when nobody was looking and started for Victoria. They were waiting for her there when she got in. The* telegrapher-clerk position recently created at Nixon was bid in by C. D. Puckett, cashier at Beevilic. He lost no time in qualifying to wear the emblem of the Order, and we now welcome him as Bro. Puckett. His example might well be followed by those who for years have been halting between two opinions, but wisdom is justified of her children. While I may be able to keep tab on what occurs this side of Victoria, I hope you will not leave it to me altogether to get the news, but when there are any changes at your stations that you will drop me a note at Ganado, so that we may have a write-up every month. A. A. Morgan. Northern Pacific Ry. Superior Division — NOTICE. Brothers N. P. System — Greetings. I wish to an- nounce that I am a candidate for election to membership on the board of managers of the N. P. Beneficial Association, representing the station employes at the coming election, to be held June 15th. I will appreciate any support you extend to me, and, if elected, will assure you that our interests will be looked after to the best of my ability. Yours, S. O. and D., D. C. Gray, Asst. Local Chairman, L. S. Division, Cert. 343. St. Paul Division — Bro. G. H. Blachhurst, second Philbrook. who relieved C. C. Berg, second Elk River, resigned, later relieved Roy Walters, second Big Lake, for several days, and was relieved at Elk River by Mr. Peterson, a non from the L. S. Division. Bros. Miller and Ayers, of Royalton and Lin- coln, were in Little Falls on business during April. We will be glad to have them call again. Dispatcher Digby, second trick, has gone to Mandan as C. T. D., relieved by Extra Dispatcher Mero, relieved on third “MS” by Benson, he on first “MS” by Futcher, relieved on second "MS” J. H. Will*, Delegate Div. No. 93. by W. A. Allen, who worked there several years ago. A. W. Archtander, who relieved some of the boys while they went to Minneapolis to be re- examined on colors, eyesight and hearing, is now relieving one of the boys at White Bear, and it Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 887 to relieve the writer while attending the Balti- more convention and making a little visit at his home town down in "old Missouri.” At a station or two agents allow their helpers to perform regular telegraph duties. This should E. W. Hill, Delegate Div. No. 93. be discontinued. The company does not furnish these helpers for that purpose. Thanks to Bro. Skellenger for the notes. Fraternally, Clyde Bartee, L. C. Relay Division — When one takes a life contract to pay for pic for the other fellow to eat, one has a right to expect that the other will some day arise in his manhood and realize he’s accepting monthly that which comes from the efforts of others, which he really has no more right to than an entire out- sider. To accept it month after month and make no effort to pay even for the baking, puts him in the same position, as the old-time "hobo” teleg- rapher who thought the rest owed him a living. We refuse to feed the "hobo” now, but go on getting schedules and providing for the non as we do for ourselves. Without this the non would he getting the same wages as he did years ago. We arc glad the management has commenced to bring men in off the road to relay jobs, and as all the good men on the line have cards, it is only a question of time until we are solid and composed of the best men on the road, as a man must have a card, be a good telegrapher and a decent fellow or he won’t get the recommendation of the telegraphers he works with. Bro. E. M. Dormer, from Billings, is now in the relay office here. Mr. Malloy, here the second time since 1908, will soon be with us. It is rumored that our assistant superintendent, E. E. Dildine, is going to Tacoma as superintend- ent of telegraph of the west end. Good luck to him; it’s our loss. “Still Oggipohnan.” Dakota Division — “Make Dakota Division solid by June” is our motto, and “Each member do his part” is the motto for the entire Order. If each brother will get the non working with or near him, we will make out motto a reality and every eligible will have an up-to-date when our general committee confers with the N. P. general management in St. Paul on June 3d. I sincerely hope that we can show the Dakota Division solid to a man, thereby greatly aiding in our demands. Bro. S. E. Colby is relieving Christ Bettger, agent Hazleton, on six months’ leave for liis health. Three tricks installed at Driscoll, April 10th. C. N. Hendricks, first; Bro. C. B. Stewart, sec- ond; A. C. Conover, third. Bro. G. L. Berguist, from the Fargo Division, relieved F. H. McCready, agent Tappen. Bro. D. C. Baker, of McClusky, on vacation, through the W'est, relieved by J. A. Cummins. O. J. Roscndahl bid in Sykeston agency instead of Bro. Harry Marsh, as stated in the March Telegrapher. Bro. J. E. Stokes is back at Oakes, after a ten- day siege with the measles, relieved by Bro. Whit- comb and Lawrence, from Medina. Bro. Ralph Whitcomb is relieving J. A. Young- man, agent Dickey, ill with typhoid fever. V 4 E. Cosgrove, Delegate Div. No. 93. Branch Dispatcher Bro. Ydstie made a trip over all the branches the first of April, getting a line on the curves and grades. C. E. Boydman, from Carson, relieved Bro. F. L. Carll, agent Barlow, who relieved Bro. J. W. Scott on third Steele. Digitized by Google

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888 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Ellsworth Murphy, who visited Bro. Stokes at Oakes recently, was married before returning to work. Bro. F. J. Moe has also returned to Flasher from an eastern trip with a bride. Con- J. E. Bull, Delegate Div. No. 93. gratulations. Bro. Murphy was relieved by Bro. C. O. Bruskrud, from the Fargo Division. Bro. L. E. Baker's wife, at Mott, who has been seriously ill several months, we are glad to say, is now on the road to recovery. Bro. Colby was relieved at Mott by D. J. Rohrer. Crystal Springs second opened by F. E. Redner, from Steele. Bro. M. Mattson, third “J,” bid in fourth there, vice Bro. R. W. Bogg, who held it pending bul- letin. Bro. J. W. Tangney, agent Edmunds, was a recent Jamestown Sunday visitor. Bro. Peterson, of Minnewauken, visited Bro. H. S. Marsh, at Brinsmade, recently. Bro. J. J. Ryan relieved Bro. Kerber, agent Windsor, on vacation. Are you doing your share for the good of the Order? Bro. Martin Beal is back on third Sterling, vice Bro. H. V. Tonoli, who took second Medina. Bro. B. H. O’Hara is back on second Sterling, relieving Bro. Boggs. Bro. F. A. Summers bid in Mercer agency. I have appointed Bro. D. C. Poindexter assistant local chairman, to assist me with the write-up and lake care of things during my absence as dele- gate to the Baltimore convention, which convenes May 12th, also with the general committee at St. Paul on June 3d. The majority of the brothers who received seniority lists and promised to send in at least one local every month in return for same have evidently forgotten their promises. Superintendent Strachan, Supervisor Ingalls and Roadmaster Challoner made an inspection tnp over the division recently, taking in all stations, section houses and pump stations, figuring on the necessary repairs to be made in the near future. They found things in general in a pretty fair condition. In sending in notes the writer generally adds, “You probably have received this before now," or something to that effect. Once in awhile this oc- curs, but I want to urge you all to send in your notes and I will see that they are not duplicated in The Telegrapher. We can’t get too many items. Sometimes they are abbreviated by the editor at St. Louis owing to lack of space. This is no fault of mine. Are you taking advantage of every opportunity to assist Superintendent Strachan in making his bureau of efficiency a success? I wish to thank Bros. Poindexter, Marsh, King. Stokes, Andre and Baker for their assistance in getting these notes. The apparent scarcity of items this month is owing to my time being taken up in preparing for the convention and the fact that we had to go in earlier than usual. Bro. Poindexter, with your assistance, will make up for this in the June issue. Every brother should make an effort to do some good work for the 0. R. T. while I am endeavoring to represent you R. L. Shahnoh, Alternate Div. No. 93. to the best of my ability at the convention and with the committee. Optimistically yours, II. H. Ellsworth, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 889 Idaho Division — Non Lee, who bid in third Paradise on bulletin No. 2, bid back on third new yard Spokane on bulletin No. 3, and was relieved by J. J. Ryan, Walter M. Kelly, Delegate Div. No. 93. a new man from the G. N. Brothers on first district, please note, and give Mr. Ryan plenty of invitations to join. Bro. and Sister Marshall, of Weeksville, on thirty days’ vacation visiting California points and home folks in Illinois and Indiana, relieved by our new Bro. Hoag and' Bro. Bartley, respect- ively. Sister Allgaier, second Eddy, visiting relatives in the East, relieved by Bro. C. A. Johnson, re- lieved on third Heron by Bro. Dickinson when Oakesdale closed. Bro. E. W. Hartman, third Thompson Falls, on sick leave, relieved by Bro. W. T. Garrett. Bro. Williams, second there, is now at Furlong extra, relieved by M. E. Schrocder, who is still without a card. Agent Sinclair, of Thompson Falls, was relieved a few days by Bro. Frank Hartman. Bro. Stevens, third Kildee, was off several days, relieved by Bro. W. V. Jackewitz. Bro. N. E. Curtice, now in the train service on Pasco Division, visited Bro. Elver at White Pine recently. The agent-telegrapher on the first district, using his influence to keep the telegraphers at his station from joining and trying to get those who belong to drop their cards, will be “called” as soon as this report is verified. Bro. G. C. Williams was relieved at Furlong during the illness of his wife by Bro. W. V. Jackewitz. Bro. Griffith bid in the one-man posi- tion there, relieved on third Clarks Fork by Sis- ter Josephine Seymour. Bro. Williams was as- signed Algoma second, vice Sister Gephart, extra, who then relieved Bro. Dickinson on Heron third a few days. Bro. L. P. Marshall, third Hope, off recently, was relieved a few days by Mr. Hoag and again later by Bro. Jackewitz. Last month’s notes read “Mr.” Stephens relieved Bro. Meyers on second Sand Point, which should have read “Bro.” O. P. Stephens. In making this correction we crave Bro. Stephens’ pardon. The automatic block system has been put in operation between Athol and Algoma, closing sec- ond and third Granite, Bro. Mays, from second, relieving Bro. Bartley on third Ramsey, and Bro. Olson, third Granite, going to his home in Reardan. This system is also in operation now between Hauser and Cheney, closing Parkwater, held by Sister McNerney. Bro. Lucanitsch bid in first Ramsey, relieved on second Rathdrum by Bro. Sims, from third new yard Spokane. Bro. Forbes, third Ash Street, Spokane, re- signed, relieved by Mr. Colony, a new man. It is reported that a brother on the Second District has so far forgotten his obligation as to take a “ham” to teach, receiving $50 for assum- ing the part of “professor.” Charity moves us to hope that the report is erroneous. The Ladies’ Auxiliary, Local No. 24, has been organized on the Northern Pacific System, with Sister B. E. Nason, of Athol, as general chairman, and Sister Daisy M. Sherwood, of Centralia, C. D. Layman, Alternate Div. No. 93. Wash., as general secretary and treasurer. Sister E. P. Wilcoxon, of Almira, Wash., has been chosen as local chairman of the Idaho Division. The sisters of the new local have gone to work Digitized by Google

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890 The Railroad Telegrapher. vigorously to organize the entire system, and we trust that every member on this and other divisions will have his wife, mother or sister be- come a member. Any of the sisters mentioned S. A. Frank, Alternate Div. No. 93. will gladly furnish application blanks or desired information, and will appreciate any help given in securing new members. The initiation fee is 50 cents, and dues 10 cents per month. Let us help the sisters make Local No. 24 the strongest in the auxiliary. We are indebted to Sister Mielke and Bro. Davidson for news this month, which is very much appreciated, as the write-up for the May edition had to be sent in on April 15. Div. Cor. Rocky Mountain Division — I»ro. Bricn has taken his regular trick at “11Y,” Helena, and Blossburg agency was bid in by Mr. Balzriser, from second there, relieved by Bro. Lyle, from Victor, on bid, and our new Bro. Cron bid in third Blossburg. Mr. Hoover, from Helena first, relieved Bro. Cron, on bid, at “GN” Cross- ing second. Mr. Holroyd, from Blossburg third, relieved Bro. W. D. Parks, at Evaro, on vacation. Mr. Stevens, who relieved Agent Case, at Garri- son, who took Drummond agency, was relieved on first Garrison by Mr. Fullerton. Bro. Roache, transferred from Division No. 126, is relieving Bro. Lyle on Blossburg second, off on leave. Bro. Willman, agent at Austin, is busy training his dogs and various other animals for the show he intends to stage this fall. He has quite a collection of two-headed calves, three-winged roosters, noiseless “tomcats,” etc. Would sug- gest that he sign up a few of the nons on the hill for his menagerie. They sut£ would be the biggest freaks of the lot. Bro. Hildeman, Rivulet third, is on leave, put- ting in crops on his claim near Dixon, relieved by our new Bro. Riha, from the D. & R. G. I sincerely hope the few remaining nons will become enthusiastic and follow Bro. Riha’s example. Bro. Kuflfcl and myself have met with very good success in organizing, and have some fifteen promises for April pay day, and most of the re maining nons have promised to come in during May. This will put our division in very good shape, with the exception of a very few, who claim they intend to quit in a few weeks, but continue bidding in regular jobs. This is a fine time to remember our slogan “No card, no favors.” If you brothers will just remember this in your dealings with these men, it won’t be long before they will be clamoring for admittance to our ranks. Bro. Rowan, our delegate, expects to leave for the Baltimore convention on No. 4, May 5th. As he is one of the famed orators of the “treasure State” he should have no trouble in getting the bills he has framed up before the convention. I received notice from Bro. Johnson to report in St. Paul on the morning of June 3d for com- mittee work, and expect to leave here about May J. G. Hayes, Alternate Div. No. 93. 29th. Bro. Kuffel will have charge of the divi- sion during my absence. Everybody get busy now and help 11s line-up the few remaining nons, also make it a point to advise me of the name and standing of any new man Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 891 that comes to the division. Unless you do this it is almost impossible for me to keep them all lined-up. “Do it now.” V. N. Weber, L. C. H. R. Weston, Alternate Div. No. 93. Bro. Feuercr, Red Lodge, was called East by the illness of his sister. We trust nothing serious. The general committee will soon meet, the management in St. Paul. Our division will hold a meeting before that time and see what we de- sire to bring before the committee. The brothers and sisters having any news will kindly forward it to Division Correspondent Arnold at Toston. Any information can be ob- tained from him, or Assistant Chairman Haines at Logan. Edgar awarded to Telegrapher Farlow; second Toston to Bro. Connors; third Toston to Bro. Arnold; third Billings to Bro. Scheffer, and third Trident to Telegrapher Parmatcr. A. A. W. V Yellowstone Division — Bro. J. G. Metzger, Mandan, has been appointed division correspondent, but has not signified his willingness yet to act. If it is desired that we be represented in The Telegrapher each issue, members on the division must contribute notes for that purpose, myself and the other members of the local board of adjustment are perfectly .will- * ing to make the write-up, if we arc furnished with the material, but have not the time to keep track* of all the changes and other matters of interest to the members on this division. It is desired that members will notify me when new men are put to work, stating whether they have cards or not, and if so give certificate and Montana Division — Business on this division is unusually brisk and promises to increase. Three switch engines are in use day and night at Laurel yard, and three more engines will be put on in an endeavor to keep the yards cleared up. Twenty-two more yard tracks will soon be laid, making sixty-four in all, some of them are three miles long, and the long lead now in use nearly five miles in length is blocked from one end to the other. There are now four men at the Laurel yard office. Bro. A. A. Wilson bid in the message trick there, 1 to 9 p. m., Bro. W. II. Brookings bid in third Mis- sion, and II. E. Shumway, third Hoopers. “BG,” Billings, is now open, hours 4 p. m. to midnight. Mention was made in the journal recently of W. S. Morrow having bid in second Mission. It should have read Bro. Morrow. He is not only one of our oldest but one of the most active mem- bers on the division. Every one knows he is and has been a brother for many years, so no harm was done by the oversight. Bro. Calhammer is now in “NP“ office, St. Paul, relieved at “BG,” Billings, by Bro. Perkins. Bro. Marshall has resigned and gone East. Bro. Richardson, agent Edgar, has resigned. Mr. Brown has been appointed chief clerk in the trainmaster’s office, and our good Bro. Orman, from Logan, relieves him as chief clerk in the chief dispatcher’s office. Congratulations and suc- cess to both of them. II. C. Gilmer, Delegate Div. No. 94. division numbers, also when changes are made at offices. If this is done by you, we will be able to have a write-up in each Telegrapher. Let it be done. M. A. Smoot, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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892 The Railroad Telegrapher. Digitized by v^ooQle FLORAL. OFFERINGS AT FUNERAL OF R. W. BAKER. LOCAL CHAIRMAN NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY AND DELEGATE-ELECT TO BALTIMORE CONVENTION.

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 893 y ellowstone Division, First District — Little telephone booths have been placed along the track, and the conductors are required to take orders from them on the fone. This is a A. L. Prior, Alternate Div. No. 95. violation of the nine-hour law, knocking lots of telegraphers out of a job. On this district alone there are about ten of these booths where the con- ductors get orders from the dispatchers. Why not have a telegrapher there for that purpose? The law seems very plain, that when a man handles or takes train orders he comes under the nine-hour law, and is subject thereto, therefore the conductors who copy these orders come under this nine-hour system. Most of the conductors don’t want to take orders at these places, and some of them have refused to do so under the circumstances. I don’t believe the company would compel any of them to do this, if they would all refuse. I would like to hear what some of the rest of you think about this business. Let’s get together on this subject at once. Let’s send our local chairman some notes for The Telegrapher each month. Wake up, boys, our chances are good for better jobs in the near future, as they will have to put on some more men right away. Cert. 1827. Tacoma Division — CARD OF THANKS. Norwalk, Ohio, March 26, 1913. We wish to thank the members of the O. R. T. for all they did for my brother, Raymond W. Baker, and for the beautiful flowers they sent for his funeral. We all appreciate very much what they done for him. Mas. C. E. Valentine. CARD OF THANKS. Tacoma, Wash., April 1, 1913. To the Committee and Members O. R. T.: Dear Sirs — I thank you very much for the resolutions you so kindly sent me, and for the sympathy expressed in them. I am so glad to know that my son stood so high in your estimation, and know that you will miss him as well as myself. Thanking you again, with best wishes. Mrs. M. E. Baker. Houston & Texas Central R. R. East and West Lines — Bro. Mattlingly, second Dallas, bid in third Navasota, vice Bro. H. L. Kelley, who bid in Marlin days. Bro. Murphy has been reinstated and relieves Bro. M. D. Fleetwood on first Hearne. We are glad, indeed, to see Bro. Murphy back at work. Both the committee and the officials are extended our thanks, as he is a good man. Bro. Fleetwood goes on extra. Dallas first is on bulletin. Bro. H. G. Fuller, second Chaney Jet., while off with a severe attack of rheumatism, was re- lieved sixty days by Bro. W. B. Hopkins, from the Rock Island. Bro. Hopkins has been transferred to this divi- sion. He is a good worker. Delegate Div. No. 96. Boys, let’s look around and see who has cards. Three or four have promised to come in right away. G. W. Weygand, third Chaney Jet., will comes in this month; also, we hope, J. E. Hipp, third Hempstead. Digitized by v^ooQle

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894 The Railroad Telegrapher. W. F. McCurdy, on split trick at Ferris, is a gocnl telegrapher and one of the best agents, and will, no doubt, come in at once. He has extended a helping hand in many cases. Bro. Shields, at C. E. Norris, Delegate Div. No. 96. Courtney, and Bro. Blasingame, at Navasota, are also both good workers, and will both be up-to- date again shortly. Bro. Blasingame has heretofore induced quite a number of nons to join. Mr. Paterson, at Cypress, has also promised to come in shortly. Bro. W. F. Davis, at College station, our next local chairman, is a good worker. Let’s all help him to make the division solid. We are to have monthly meetings, starting soon. This will be another big help. The only way to keep things going is to all work hard and all work together. All attend strictly to business and perform our entire duty, and then when we have a grievance it will be only a matter of meeting until the mat- ter will be settled. Our new assistant general manager, Mr. Waid, has been very liberal and ready to hear our troubles, so let’s give the best service wc can. Bro. W. J. Burke, second trick dispatcher, while going over the line, was relieved by Bro. John Rawlins, extra dispatcher. It has been ar- ranged for the chief dispatcher and trick dis- patchers to make the trip to Houston and return to Hearne on locals, to get a line on the tracks, etc. I will appreciate it, if the members will send me all the items they can gather by the 20th of each month. Fraternally, H. L. Griffin, Cert. 221. Southern Ry. St. Louis Division — There w-as a pretty good turn out, except fron the I. C., at the meeting in Evansville, Ind., on March 23d. Brothers present from Division No. 59. were: V. E. Claycomb, Jasper; B. H. Kemp, Velpen; W. J. Stalling, Golden Gate, 111.; R. C. Bolen, Huntingburg, and L. E. Crandall, Chrisney. Ind. Come out, brothers, spend a few hours with us at the meetings and get acquainted. Our committee has secured us a pretty fair in- crease, which will help some. The nons were very anxious to hear from Wash- ington, while the committee was there. We hope they will show as much interest in using their increase to get a card. They should be ashamed to impose on 11s, and let us feed them any longer without paying for it. Mr. Wilson, first Becks, wiiile visiting home folks in Robinson and Danville, 111., was relieved by Extra Dispatcher Eckerty, who also relieved Bro. Miller, first Iluntingbuig, a few days. Bro. Hutchinson, second Mt. Vernon, off a few days, visiting friends in Pontiac and Chicago, 111., was relieved by Bro. Kelly. Bro. Overbee, second Woods, off several days on account of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Scott. Bro. F. G. Thompson, agent-telegrapher Wayne City, 111., on a short vacation, was relieved by Relief Agent Bro. L. C. Smith. Bro. Miller, first Huntingburg, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Head, and he by Bro. Ma- chine. C. H. Kinne, Alternate Div. No. 96. Bro. C. O. Gore, agent-telegrapher Bellmont, while off with a sprained ankle, was relieved by Bro. Overbee. who later relieved H. E. Swank, Denverside first, on vacation. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 895 Bro. Crawford, third Woods, off a few days, owing to the serious illness of his mother at Car- ruthersville, Ind., was relieved by Bro. Kelley. R. C. O., Div. Cor., by Cert. 138. L. M. Wilson, Alternate Div. No. 96. Washington Division — Bro. O. P. Leake, second Proffit, off on account of eye trouble; Bro. N. S. Desler relieving him. Bro. O. N. Hudson is on second Weyburn pend- ing bulletin. Business is good, extra men all busy. We were sorry to learn ^)f the death of N. L. Murphy, second Weyburn. He was recently mar- ried, and was just fixing to settle down. Hi£ father, T. E. Murphy, signal repairman, wishes to extend thanks to the boys for expressions of sym- pathy in his bereavement. Bro. J. W. Burgess, first Charlottesville, elected general secretary and treasurer for the Southern, is a good man, and we congratulate him upon his election. Several single men without a family to support are on the non list. We must do all we can to get these men in. It is now Bro. J. R. Rogers, second Orange. I have been appointed assistant local chairman by Bro. Burgess, and I propose doing all I can to help him in any way he may direct. Several members from this division, including myself, expect to attend the convention. P. A. M., Div. Cor. CARD OF THANKS. Montpelier, Va., March 25, 1913. Mr. J. W. Burgess, Local Chairman, Charlottes- ville, Va.: My Dear Sir — I have just been advised by Chief LeHcw, that I am the oldest bidder and get second trick at this point. This position was secured by me, because the boys on this division did not bid against me, sev- eral of them withdrawing their bids to give me a show. This is fully appreciated both by myself and wife, and we wish to thank the boys for the fra- ternal manner in which they have acted. Kindly have this published in The Telegrapher, and greatly oblige, Yours in S. O. & D., G. S. Greiner, Cert. 305. Knoxville Division — We note in the March Telegrapher where Bro. H. G. Griggs, working for the N. C. & St. L., died September 5, 1912. Bro. Griggs had recently joined the organization of his craft when the company forced him to drop the O. R. T. and lose his insurance or his position. He dropped the O. R. T. when a payment of $18 would have left his wife and little baby $1,000 insurance. It is said the company has sent out a circular ad- vising the telegraphers not to be misled by the J. T. Bknn, Delegate Div. No. 97. officers of the O. R. T. Brothers, if this com- pany calls it misleading to protect our families as Bro. Griggs was trying to do, then we hope the O. R. T. will continue to mislead us until Digitized by v^ooole

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896 The Railroad Telegrapher. we all see that it is to our best interest to belong to it. Will the N. C. & St. L. take care of Bro. Griggs* family? We know that it will not. Brothers, we must look out for our own inter- ests. Higher wages and protection can only be Bro. Seals is on second Fletchers, pending: bid, relieved on third by Bro. W. O. Calloway. Bro. Shands, third Campobello, off a few nigiits relieved by Extra Walden. Cert. 1793- W. L. Tidwell, Delegate Div. No. 97. secured by yourself through your trade organiza- tion. No one has a right to say that workingmen shall not organize for their own protection. The cold-blooded officials forced Bro. Griggs to lose the insurance he had taken out to protect his loved ones or give up his position on the N. C. & St. L. Any man guilty of an act like that will be paid back in full measure. It will return after many days. Cert. 48. Asheville Division — “A word to the wise is sufficient.” A brother has been discharged for signing a ”31** order. Brothers, do all you can to assist the dispatcher in getting the trains over the road. But let the conductor sign the ”31.” He is getting about three times as much to sign it as you are to copy it. Bro. Burgin, second Melrose, off a few days on account of the death of his grandfather, was re- lieved by Extra Richman. Bro. Ipock, first Tyron, on thirty days' leave, relieved by Bro. Bell, of third, and he by Mr. Lackes. Bro. Ward, first Biltmore, on vacation, relieved by Bro. Waddell, of second, and he by Bro. Payne, who will later relieve Bro. Weldon on third, for a trip to Washington and New York. Charlotte Division, South End — I want to impress upon each member the im- portance of doing his part for the upbuilding of the Order and not wait for the other fellow to do it. Improving our own condition uplifts not only the non-union man, but adds materially to the social uplift of the entire human family. Labor has a right to organize, for the employe is neither a machine nor a beast of burden. The O. R. T. seeks to develop justice between teleg- raphers and the company and teach them how to better themselves and convince their employers that it is to their interests to treat them as men rather than as parts of machinery. Organized labor is necessary to the peace and prosperity of the country. We should appreciate the last raise we got and do all in our power to give perfect satisfaction as employes. The long-looked-for $75.00 minimum is near at hand, when we all can join and sing: “Though many years have passed, we’ve won the fight at last.” We can not expect our union to be powerful if we fail to do our part. Flowers will not bloom E. G. Cheatham, Alternate Div. No. 97. if neglected or abused. They must be watered, cultured and given constant care and attention. This is likewise true of unionism. No rictory was ever won without expending some effort. So Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 897 keep after the nons and delinquents. We can use their money to advantage, and they owe it to their fellowmen to join the ranks of the brotherhood that protects them. H. D. Tally, Alternate Div. No. 97. “Do a kindness, never mind; What you lose the angels find. Do a kindness, small or great; 'Twill come back in double weight.” Reliefs — J. A. King, first Harbin, off three days, relieved by Bro. R. L. Johnston. Bro. C. H. Rippy» agent-operator Courtenay, on vacation, relieved by Bro. R. L. Johnston. Bro. J. C. F. Clyatt, third Lula, off a few days sick, relieved by Bro. W. M. Cureton. Bro. B. P. Rike, third Seneca, off three days, relieved by C. E. Perrinc. visiting relatives in Greenville, relieved by Bro. W. K. Scroggs, third Oakwood, off two days visiting relatives in Greenville, relieved by Bro. J. G. Blair. Bro. I. C. Edwards, Crosswell days, on vacation visiting relatives in south Geor- gia and getting married, was relieved by Bro. C. C. Harris. Congratulations. Bro. A. E. Folger, second Fallis, on vacation, relieved by Bro. C. C. Harris. Bro. O. R. Doyle, first Calhoun, while in At- lanta attending the meeting of local chairmen, was relieved by Bro. B. B. Cheek, of second, and he by Bro. R. L. Echols. Bro. J. A. Barker, second Lula, off a few days, relieved by Bro. R. L. Echols. Bro. T. T. Whitten, third trick Easley, off a few days on account of death of cousin, was relieved by Bro. R. E. Pierce, who later relieved Bro. W. J. Dawkins, first Duluth, a few days. Bro. C. S. Bosworth, third Gainesville, off a few days sickj relieved by Bro. Echols. Bro. W. L. Ivie, second Toccoa, on vacation taking in Richmond, Norfolk and other points of interest, relieved by Bro. P. J. Lyles, third Fallis, and he by Bro. F. A. Sherriff. Bro. J. C. Utsey, message side Greenville, off a few days, relieved by Bro. P. J. Lyles, and he at Toccoa by Bro. J. G. Blair. Bro. H. L. Watkins, third Liberty, off a few days sick, relieved by R. Boggs, later by Mr. R. L. Pearson, a new man, who also re- lieved Bro. Blair, third Ayersville, sick. Bro. J. L. Brown, second trick Seneca, off a few days, relieved by C. E. Perrine, who also relieved A. R. N. Folger, ticket agent there, two weeks. Bro. W. J. Dawkins, first Duluth, on vacation, relieved by R. E. Pierce, who also relieved R. E. Pouncey, second Deercourt, two days, while attending court as a witness for the W. U. Telegraph Co. Fraternally, B. W. Grant. Plainsville, Ga., April 22, 1913* Members Atlanta Division : I desire to extend you my sincere thanks for the honor conferred upon me in electing me as a delegate to the Baltimore convention. I assure you that I will be ever on the alert for the inter- est of the telegraphers of the Southern Railway, and will champion any cause that tends to the betterment of conditions for our craft. Again thanking you for the confidence thus placed in me, and with best wishes, I remain, Fraternally, W. E. Dellinger, Asst. L. C. R. M. Ross, Alternate Div. No. 97. Atlanta Division, North End — Hurrah for the convention number. We are always glad to receive this copy. It is great and interesting and, above all, artistic. Digitized by Google

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898 The Railroad Telegrapher. Before long we hope to- see the whole Atlanta Division revolutionized. Everybody is getting interested and when all the boys do that you can look for a banner year in increased membership. J. R. Liles, Alternate Div. No. 97. Efficiency is the backbone of success, and every member on this division should make himself thoroughly efficient and take advantage of every opportunity offered to qualify himself for some- thing better. Without efficiency no man is worth his salary; with it he is worth more than he is paid, and thereby stands a good chance of promo- tion. He can not sit behind our cards and defy dismissal by violating the rules and expect the O. R. T. to take care of him. It was not organ- ized for that purpose, but for our mutual pro- tection and uplift, to increase our salaries and see that our rights are protected. Do not let it be said that wc are inefficient, indolent and careless because wc carry a card, but let the officials see that we are giving our best efforts and appreciate what they have granted us. Let this sentiment prevail over the entire division. Springtime has come and with it about fifteen or twenty offices cut out, but only two so far on the north end — Powder Springs and HilF City. Bro. Garmon, from Powder Springs second to third Rockmart, vice E. Bishop. Bro. J. L. Gos- set, nights Inman yards, who was displaced by Dispatcher Parkins when the south end dispatchers were cut off, to second Rockmart, vice N. H. Bulloch. Bro. Bandy, third Hill City, is on extra. Bro. II. G. Gay, second Rome, on sick list, relieved by Bro. W. B. Kennedy. Bro. C. E. Goins, second North Rome, off sick, was relieved by Bro. L. McRae, who also relieved Bro. P. O. Parker, agent Cohutta, while attend- ing court at Dalton. Bro. H. C. Brand, agent Round Mountain, Ala., to agency Seney, vice Bro. C. R. Stephenson, to third Jenkinsburg, on south end. It’s Bro. C. M. Sluder, first Brice, now. Bro. R. R. Jones, first Rome, relieving depot ticket agent at Hcnnington, relieved by Bro..H. G. Gay, from second, and he by Bro. Ed Wil- liams, from third, and Bro. Williams by Bro. E. Middlebrooks, cut off at third Powder Springs. Bio. J. L. Norton, third North Rome, off, re- lieved by B. G. Wardell. Round Mountain agency filled by Miss M. E. Sistrunk, from Westlake, on south end. There arc numerous other changes, but failed to get them. Passenger trains Nos. 1 and 2 discontinued April 5th, tourist season being over. No. 6 now stops at Macon instead of Jacksonville, and No. 5 is made up at Macon instead of Jacksonville. We seem to have a full-fledged telegraph school on first trick “K” tower, East Rome, headed by ex-Dispatcher, ex-Block Inspector and Would-bc Official E. H. York. Helper there cut off and he teaches them telegraphy to help him throw the levers. That is no place for a school and ought to be stopped as soon as possible. Some day “Mr. Ham” is going to put 2 or 3 on the ground. J. H. Shibliy, Delegate Div. No. 99. Don’t allow the “hams” to work the block on each side of you. If Mr. York isn’t able to throw the levers, let him get out, and someone else will get in who can. Several /aid they did Digitized by vjOO^TC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 899 not approve the write-up in the March number regarding York. They would if they knew the facts as thoroughly as some who come in contact with him daily. However, we appreciate any little J. P. Rutledge, Alternate Div. No. 104. pointer from anyone. They will always be wel- come and receive due consideration. Here’s to a successful convention. Div. CV.r. Winston-Salem Division — No one sent me any items this month. Please send me the changes or any other interesting mat- ter by the 18th of each month. Every one is re- quested to contribute. We want to have a write-up every month. Our new contract is in effect now, with better working conditions and more pay than we have ever before received, but because we have a good schedule we must not relinquish our efforts, as thq way is always open to better conditions. I want to thank you for electing me local chair- man for the ensuing term, and for the assistance you have rendered me in the past in bringing the division to its present place in the organization standpoint, and ask your support in the future in helping make it still better. Bro. Campbell was relieved at Franklinville, recently, by Mr. Martin, of Elkin. Bro. Cotner, of Clemmons, off a few days to see his father, who was very ill, was relieved by Bro. Campbell, who later relieved Bro. Jackson, at Huntersville, two weeks. Bro. Moon bid in Bear Creek, relieved at Staley by Mr. Brown, from Woodleaf. Miss Lawson, of Liberty, relieved Sister Wall, of Sumxnerfield, a few days. Sister Cora Brim- mer was relieved by Mr. Adcock, at Bethania, a few days. Bro. Hartness’ little son, of Mooresville, who was bit by a mad dog, was taken to Raleigh for the Pasteur treatment. We hope he will soon be cured and at home again. It is now Bro. Holcombe, agent Mt. Ulla, and Bro. Haire, agent Crutchfield. Just two or three more and we will have it solid. Don’t forget to send your news items to me by the 18th. Yours fraternally, W. E. Jones, L. C. Virginia & Southwestern Ry. Our new contract, which went into effect March 1st, was a great thing for the Virginia & South- western. It brought several of the small stations up to a pretty fair minimum. Our committee did well for us, and we should all appreciate their efforts in our behalf. Let each man try to do his part to get our division organized solid and keep it so. The twelve-hour day and the noon meal hour without pay, are a thing of the past. That alone is worth the price it costs to keep our dues paid up-to-date, to say nothing of the other things we got through the efforts of the O. R. T. You nons remember H. M. Clay, Alternate Div. No. 105. that, when you ask off for dinner at 11:30 and “GN” at 5K. Bro. J. W. Burgess, Charlottesville, Va., was elected secretary and treasurer of Division No. 59. Digitized by Google

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900 The Railroad Telegrapher. Remit your dues direct to him, and he will see that your card is sent you promptly. Bro. C. Y. Sprolcs, agent Benhams, has returned from a month’s vacation to Florida, relieved by our new Bro. E. L. Moore, from the L. & N. J. K. Snyder, Delegate Div. No. 106. Bro. M. E. Farris, agent Shouns, Tenn., has gone to Florida on his vacation. He recently se- cured a patent for a sealing torch which he in- vented and is selling for $i. This is something that every agent should have. Bro. J. E. Metcalf, first Albert yard, bid in Moccasin Gap agency, relieved by Bro. P. O. Peters, on bid. Bro. J. V. Draper, agent Speers Ferry, bid in third Albert yard. We are glad to have Bro. Thompson back on second there, after a succesful operation for appendicitis. Chief Dispatcher Goodwyn and Superintendent Mulvaney recently made a trip over the Virginia and River Divisipn on their motor car. Frank Lilley, car accountant in the superin- tendent’s office at Bristol, accompanied by his wife, has returned from a pleasure trip to Havana, Cuba, and other points. Bro. A. C. Hamrick, from St. Charles, has gone to Fowlerton, Tex., for his health. We are badly in need of relief agents on this road. It is almost imposible to get relieved promptly, when an agent wants off a few days. The recent high water caused a number of washouts and slides. Your humble servant had to use a boat from his front door to the depot, while the flood was at it highest. Cert. 2072. Queen & Crescent Route (North). A. G. S. Ry. — We are all proud to see everything moving on so well. Business is good. We are under many obligations to our local chairman, Bro. J. J. Carter, for the great help he has been to us in securing an increase in our salaries, which every one appreciated very much. He has his hands full, and anything the brothers can do to help him out, he will appreciate very much. If you see any. violations of contract any time, drop him a line and he will be glad to help you. Keep after the nons and make it warm for them till they line-up. Bro. Carter attended the opening ball game at Birmingham. ^ Brothers, send in your notes as per Bro. Carter’s request, and the correspondent will be able to give a write-up each month, that will be of interest to all concerned. Send your notes to me at Wood- stock, Ala., Box 42, by the 20th of the month. Each brother send in, if nothing else, the changes being made at his office. I can not keep up with all of them. Yours fraternally, J. H. Anderson, Cert. 431. Queen & Crescent Route (South). iV. O. & N. E. R. R.— Bro. E. D. Spence bid in “WS" general office. New Orleans, relieved by Bro. E. M. Bilbo, at Meridian freight office, on bid, and he at Shops, C. E. Belches, Delegate Div. No. 108. on bid, by Bro. J. B. Dyess, of New Orleans, putting the latter back among ljome people again. Fred Harmon, of the M. & O., is a new addition to the dispatching force, making double tricks full Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 901 time, as it was too heavy for one man to handle the entire division. Bro. J. M. Dearman, Orvisburg, off a few days in March, was relieved by Bro, W. F. Horne, relief agent. W. V. Jonas, Delegate Div. No. 114. L. D. Austin, third Hattiesburg, enjoyed the fifteen days' vacation the O. R. T. boys got for him, and didn’t even say “much blege, gentlemen.’’ We have a bunch of nons like that on the line now. H. D. Evans, of Poplarville, took the raise we got him, but didn’t say a word. Just took the money. Some of the nons have been com- ing in “next pay day” for several months, so “we have hopes.” Bro. R. R. Hollcman, first Purvis, is off to be treated by a specialist at Mobile for indigestion. He must have more to eat than some of us. We would be glad to hear from each member who can contribute anything, even though it be ever so small, for the write-up. Bro. Harry Weems, of Hattiesburg, was the only one to send us any news items this month. We can not have a good write-up unless you will all help. With the approach of summer and vacation time at hand, everyone needs an up-to-date card, and each member should help to get in the delinquents and line-up the nons. We can not accomplish anything single handed. J. A. Singleton, at Vossburg, seems to have for- gotten what he owes the Order for getting the salary increase at his station, making it one of the best paying ones on the entire system. If others can stay up-to-date on $65 a month, it looks like others making double that amount could get in line and help in the good cause. If necessary to retrench, some of them might cut out some other expenses that are of much less importance for sixty days and invest in an up-to-date card. It’s now Bro. A. C. Wood ham, at Richburg agency. He knows the benefits of having the proper credentials. Thirty. Chicago A. Northwestern R. R. NOTICE. A meeting wil be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Sts., beginning at 1 p. m. All members of The Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C., Galesburg Division, of Division No. 130. Madison Division — The new schedule, effective April 1st, carries over $4,000 a year increase for this division, and it required several months of tedious work to close the negotiations; but we now have as good a schedule as any in the Northwest, and have a general committee second to none. Experience has taught us that a sub-committee can carry on negotiations as well as the full committee at con- siderably less expense. Our able general chair- man, James Troy; the venerable local chairman, E. H. Webster, of the Galena Division, and our own battle-scarred veteran, F. L. Schneider, com- posed this sub-committee that presented the propo- Stamley Tavener, Alternate Div. No. 114. sition agreed upon and argued our side of it with the officials. The total amount of increase was agreed upon when each local chairman met the officials and placed the amount of increase on Digitized by

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902 The Railroad Telegrapher. the different positions. The local chairmen tried to get an increase for every one, but where the work had been changed or compared with similar positions and the salary was greater no increase Jos. Cloutier, Delegate Div. No. 115. could be obtained. In some cases unsatisfactory services were charged by the officials, and that has a great deal to do in getting increases. Proper treatment of the public and a strict atten- tion to duty will change this if wc are wise enough to remember this. Another thing, our committee has no right to stand out for an increase for a position held by a non; nor can a division with only forty to fifty per cent membership expect to get the same benefit as divisions who have ninety per cent. There- fore, the nons should be lined up as solid as possible. Members in non-tclegraph stations now come in under the new schedule for an increase in salary, showing what the O. R. T. can do for the station agents rated as non-telegraphers by the company when the wires were cut out at ticn-tclegraph points. Our committee is certainly entitled to thanks for the manner in which it conducted the nego- tiations, and we should all attend the meeting, where all details in regard to securing the schedule w'ill be explained. Our committee has done its duty; now let us do ours pay up our own dues promptly, see that the delinquents do likewise and get in the few nons left. This will place our treasury in good shape again after the drain it has undergone through the long- drawn-out negotiations. Bro. D. C. Babcock is now at tower' “MX” third, having been reinstated with all his senior- ity rights by Superintendent Nash. The wife of Bro. F. L. Bonnell, agent Edmunds, who had to undergo an operation at Lodi recently, is now convalescing. Bro. J. A. Kucher, agent Ridge, while attend ing a lawsuit, was relieved by Bro. \V. VV. Brown. Bro. C. E. L. Hanson has resumed at tower “CS“ first, after his trip to Long Island, N. Y. He visited the new summer resort. “Nasau by the Sea.” at Long Beach; ate oysters right from the Rockaway Beach oysterbeds; climbed to the top of the Statue of Liberty in New Yoik Bay; took in the Brooklyn navy yard, where the battle- ship Arkansas was in dry dock, besides several other battleships and other water crafts. The immense navy yard is very interesting to anyone seeing it for the first time, and so is the Atlantic Ocean. There are many interesting things to see in New York, including the subway, the Pennsyl- vania R. R. terminal depot, with its tunnel con- nections, and the N. Y. C. & H. R. terminal depot, now nearing completion. One thing that greatly interests a landsman is the aquarium at Battery Park, where many species of fishes and sea animals are kept, including the honsefish. cowfish and trunkfish. Interesting in a historical line is the old sub-treasury, where George VVash- C. VV. Danielson, ^ Delegate Div. No. 116. ington took his first oath of office, and the Trin- ity Church. One can not begin to describe all that can be seen in New York in the space allotted us in these columns. Digitized by C.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 903 Bro. Hanson went east over the Lake Shore, and returned by the route along the west shore of Mohawk River, owing to the high water along the Hudson below Albany, and stopped over to C. L. Clark, Alternate Div. No. 1 1 6. see the Niagara Falls. lie was relieved by Bro. F. H. Haas, who went to Oakfield on his return. Bro. P. W. Avery, who relieved L. N. Hart- wig at Clyman Jet. second, on a six months’ ieavc, was later relieved by Mr. McCarthy, from Wycvillc. On Bro. C. J. Schroth’s return to Clyman Jet. third, from a visit to relatives at Meley, Neb., Bro. W. R. Peterson relieved Mc- Carthy on second there. Bro. C. J. Elgas bid in Lowell station, vice Bro. H. E. Geitli, gone to Arkdale. Bro. R. J. Main, who bid in Dalton third, while visiting at Brooklyn and Waukesha was relieved at South Beaver dam third by Bro. L. M. Bettheuser. Bro. E. M. Kceffe relieved II. A. Ulker on first Friendship, doing third trick dispatching on the east end. Mrs. A. A. Babcock, wife of Bro. Babcock, agent Mt. Horeb, who has been sick for a month, is recovering. Bro. and Mrs. E. L. Gross, of Merrimac, vis- ited her brother, Bro. T. A. Corcoran, at Cale- donia, over Sunday recently. Bro. Earl Phcnncy has moved his family to Arkdale, where he bid in the agency, relieved on Brooklyn third by Bro. Harry White. Bro. W. R. Grimshaw, Elroy first, was off during the sickness and death of his mother. He was relieved by Bro. W. J. Doering, and he on second by Bro. J. W. Hibbard, who also relieved Bro. N. A. Broune on third while on vacation. Bro. W. H. Frank, North Freedom second, relieved Hibbard on Jefferson Jet. first, while he was at Elroy. Sid Kilts relieved “Scotty” Butterfield, car tracer and clerk in Chief Dispatcher Wright’s office, on vacation. L. C». Abts relieved Kilts at Baraboo. The latter is now on Evansville third, vice Bro. S. S. Webster, who is holding forth at Baraboo. Bro. H. E. Collins, agent Ashippun, has re- signed, relieved by J. W. Wagner. Bro. H. E. Gerth bid in Sussex station. Bro. N. P. Skundberg relieved Bro. C. J. Elgas while on his honeymoon. Bro. Theile is now on third Freeland, vice Dwyer, relieving Bro. Alexon on third Necedah. Bro. Walter Hansen is being relieved in Wye- ville yard office by McCarthy, of third there. The annual election meeting was held April 26th, the first meeting since our new schedule went into effect. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly bather and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved mother of our brother, W. R. Grimshaw; in manifestation of our grief and fra- ternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Madison Divi- sion, of Division No. 76, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad be- reavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread e

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904 The Railroad Telegrapher, upon the minutes of this division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. W. Hibbard, . Wm. Brown, C. E. L. Hansen, Committee. G. W. Lewis, Delegate Div. No. 119. Wisconsin Division — Our revised schedule and wage scale will soon be signed up and in effect, embodying a very substantial increase covering a greater part of the positions on this division. Your committee asked and urged for an increase for every man on the division, and those who did not get it this time will the next. Remember that even if the po- sition you are now holding did not secure an increase, you still have the protection afforded by the organization, and before our committee convenes again you may have a position which did receive an increase. The negotiations were delayed by storms and various other causes, which took the management away from the meetings several times, entailing a heavy expense to the organization, which, as always, borne by the members alone, therefore every non-member on the division should affiliate with us and stand his share of the expense. Financially this will be one of the best wage scales ever taken from Chicago. Did you do any- thing toward securing it, Mr. Non-Member; or, on the other hand, did you complain because it didn't quite come up to your expectations because the committee had to concede considerable to reach an amicable agreement? What are you going to do toward securing the next increase in wages and concession in rules? Every agent and telegrapher on the Wisconsin Division is hereby requested, whether a member or not, to write our local chairman, saying what he will do toward securing the next increase and revision of rules, and state what objections you have, if any, to joining the organization. This will be appreciated. Let him hear from you. He would like to call cn every one of you, but he has to work every day the same as you. Meetings will be held on this division before the convention if possible. When you are notified as to time and date, make the necessary arrange- ments and attend, you will be well repaid. Don’t be a camp-follower or a chronic complainer. Be a pusher, and help roll up a membership that will mean something. In unity there is strength. Our committee was treated with every courtesy at the hands of the officials in Chicago, for which we wish to express appreciation. Bro. F. Chour, Lake Forest, has typhoid fever. We are glad to learn that he has passed the dan- ger line and is now recovering. Bro. J. B. Rabe is now ticket clerk at Kenosha, relieving the telegraphers there of that work. A ticket clerk has also been placed at Racine. The increase in membership has been so exten- sive that we will not attempt to give the names of the new members at this time. The boys on this division are awakening and coming to the J. A. Dole, Delegate Div. No. 119. front. Who will be next? Get that non work- ing with or next to you to fill out an application. Have you tried? Bro. Clarence Davis gets the office opened at Crystal Lake Jet. days for the summer, relieved Digitized by C google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 905 on second Cedar Lake by Bro. Lund, and he on third there by Mr. Cyr, a new man. Geo. Graves, city office Woodstock for several months, is now day telegrapher and ticket agent there, Miss Reil taking second Desplaines. N. J. Frost, Alternate Div. No. 119. Bro. Whitney, second Genoa Jet., is on three months* leave to the Northwest, relieved by Bro. L. W. Woodbury. Bro. R. L. Herrick, first Harvard, off a week with lagrippe, was relieved by Conductor Gene Dady, an “old-timer,” who is still good in this line. Paul Henn, from the car job in “GO” office, gets Irving Park agency, vice Paul Woodbury, who bid in Bristol. The Cort Club, of Chicago, will give a card party at its next meeting, when prizes will be awarded, open to all telegraphers. All who can should attend and get an idea of what these meet- ings are, for the dates are printed in the back part of The Telegrapher for these meetings. Div. Cor. Black Hills Division — Bro. W. P. Fox, of Crawford, has gone to Portland, Ore. We are sorry to lose live material like Bro. Fox from this division and district. Bro. C. C. Benson, transferred to us from Division No. 32, is at Crawford. Bro. W. P. Bross, from the Dakota Division of the Northwestern, has been temporarily assigned to Whitewood. Bro. W. S. Anderson has been transferred to Crawford. We like to have these good O. R. T. members with us. Bro. Poggenpohl, formerly on Chadron side wire nights, who has been running a picture show around Gordon and Rushville, will soon be with us again. Z. R. Moses has been assigned Crawford agency, vice W. D. King resigned. Bro. C. M. Conner has been assigned Sturgis agency, and will probably have a new passenger depot to work in this year, located near the busi- ness part of town. Bro. Pailing has been trans- ferred to Sturgis relief. Bro. S. A. Ballangee, Lusk agency, recently took a few days off on business and pleasure. Bro. C. H. Cook expects to soon go to his homestead out in the “sage brush,” north of Lost Springs, Wyo. Maybe he will soon be one of the coal barons of Wyoming. Bro. “Jim” Ross, at Long Pine, has decided to build a house on his homestead near Van Tassel, Wyo. Bro. W. T. Doud, from the Dead wood ticket office, is now on his homestead near Van Tassel. It is now Bro. Moss, at Crookston, one of the best fellows along the line. The fierce blizzard in this section, March 14th, played havoc with the wires for several days, but our efficient and genial assistant superintendent of telegraph, W. P. McFarlane, of Omaha, soon had the tickers going and everything is in good J. H. Arends, Alternate Div. No. 119. shape now. Heavy loss of live stock is reported from the territory, Long Pine to Chadron. Bro. Coffey, of Merriam, slipped out to Omaha recently and married a charming young lady at Merriam. Congratulations. Digitized by Google

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906 The Railroad Telegrapher. We were very much grieved to learn of the death of the wife of Ex-Conductor Fred Good- enough, killed in the wreck of their home by the tornado at Omaha on Easter Sunday. C. I. Turner, Delegate Div. No. 120. Bro. Stewart, who was at Douglas a few weeks, is back in “old Mizzou.” G. W. Cook has returned to third trick Long Pine, after relieving the agent at Wood Lake and an operator at Rapid City for a couple of months. It is now Bro. L. W. McDonald, agent Long Pine. The new freight house there will soon be ready for occupancy, and the telegraphers and other force will be happy again, after having such close quarters in the ticket office since the fire. Your local chairman, with the sub-committee and Local Chairman Hood from the Eastern District, met the management at Omaha, on March 31st, for a revision of the schedule for lines west of the Missouri River, and we are happy to report that we gained a very substantial increase for most of the scheduled positions on this division. Owing to several of the stations on the Black Hills Dis- trict showing decreases over several previous years, the management were loth to grant any increases, but we divided the appropriations, the manage- ment had to distribute, as fairly as we could, mak- ing the money reach the places where it was most needed. This is one more step forward, and in the near future we will try again to convince the management that we are entitled to a greater share of this world’s goods. The sub-committee has returned to Chicago to close up some positions in the Terminal District, and the new schedule will, no doubt, soon be out. Several important changes are pending in the wording of the schedule, which will mean much to the organiza- tion on this system, and we think the boys will all be pleased at the advance that has been made. The Black Hills District received the largest in- crease, except one on the system. We will soon appoint a division secretary, who will handle all the news items and divide his terri- tory to suit himself, so that w'e will always be assured of a good write-up each month. With only one delinquent for the month of March, the Black Hills District holds the banner for delinquents. It pleases us to see all the boys paid up-to-date, and hope they will all do the same thing again, when the next semi-annual period comes around. Your local chairman left May 7th for Chicago, where the general committee will convene for the election of general chairman and general secretary and treasurer, and from there, accompanied by his wife, he will go onto the Baltimore convention. We are very grateful to the members on the dis- trict for the honor, and hope that the kindness shown will be repaid in efforts for the betterment of working conditions. We expect to visit Wash- ington, New York and Niagara Falls on the trip, returning about May 25th. Bro. W. C. Dingledine, from the N. P., re lieved Bro. Chamberlain a few days, while he relieved Bro. Ness, agent Wood Lake. In bidding for positions, be sure and send the local chairman copies of bids, so that in case of an appeal we will have all the papers in the matter. L. R. Ness, Local Chairman. J. C. Sandmier, Delegate Div. No. 123. Minnesota Division — New Ulm, Minn., April a, 1913. As I am leaving the C. & N. W., I have to give up my position as division correspondent. The success I have had is mostly due to the help Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 907 and assistance of the other members. I hope this division will always have a good write-up in the journal, and I wish the new correspondent the best of success. I will always be glad to sec the w’rite-ups from this division. E. P. Kkough, Alternate Div. No. 123. I take this means of thanking those who helped me with my write-ups, and hope to some day sec this division solid O. R. T. Fraternally yours, R. A. Pfefff.rle. Minnesota Division Notes — Recent assignments for bulletin of March 17th: Agent and telegrapher— Revere, C. Delvin. First telegrapher — New Ulm, A. C. Boomer. Second telegrapher — Winona, H. N. Sorenson; Marshall, R. S. Alcott; Lewiston, H. J. Yackel; Mankato Jet., A. W. Sawyer. Third telegrapher — Rochester, J. P. Banks; Tracy, G. H. Epperson; St. Charles, C. N. Watson, our new brother. Mankato Jet., Judson and Eagle Lake nights closed, owing to shortage of men. Bro. J. G. Johnson, Owatonna first, was off sev- eral days, relieved by Bro. A. W. Sawyer. Bro. F. Lucleke, at Claremont, taken ill with appendicitis, relieved by Orcutt, from Dodge Center. J. T. Zickrick, an old passenger conductor on this division, died at his home in Winona, March 27th. The funeral at Winona, March 30th, was very largely attended, with many beautiful floral contributions. Mr. Zickrick had hosts of friends among the patrons of the road as well as the employes, who deeply regret his passing away. The telegraphers of this division extend their sym- pathy to the bereaved wife and children. Bro. F. W. Mosher, first Mankato, was off for a few days, relieved by J. G. Swanson, later re- signed and gone to the N. P. C. F. Leatherman, of Mankato, off sick, relieved by Johnson, from Judson, which closed 7 p. m. to 7 a. m. on account of no operator. Bro. A. C. Boomer, assigned first New Ulm, was relieved at Owatonna by J. G. Swanson. Courtland is now the only phone station on the old line, instruments having been installed both at Traverse and Oshawa. Bro. E. A. Wood, former agent at Revere, is now writing accident insurance, but will still carry an up-to-date card, and we all wish him the very best of success in his new vocation. It is now Bro. A. E. Hunt, of Cambria. We hope he will be able to make others there think the same way. J. H. Fury, agent Stockton, has returned, after spending the winter in California. Bro. G. J. Entemen, agent Claremont, has also returned from a California visit of three months with friends and relatives. Dispatcher J. Jordan, relieved on second east end by Dispatcher D. R. Carroll, went to Prairie Du Chien. He is much improved in health and is expected back soon. Bro. R. E. Graham is relieving Extra Dispatcher D. R. Carroll temporarily on first side wire. W. T. Brown, Delegate Div. No. 126. Bro. H. N. Sorenson bid in second side wire in the dispatcher’s office; relieved at Kasson by Fred Myers, from Eyota third, temporarily closed. Bro. Segur, second St. Peter Jet., is visiting his mother in Portland, Ore. Digitized by Google

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908 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. A. F. Schmelz is relieving O. A. Prescott, Sleepy Eye, on the road with his moving picture outfit; relieved by Bro. C. C. Hutchings. The parcel-post is decreasing the express earn- ings of the agents at commissioner express offices. W. H. Plum, Delegate Div. No. 126. J. C. Lahey, agent St. Charles, has returned to work, after being sick with pneumonia for three weeks. Bro. Bockstrom, ticket clerk at Rochester, has resigned and gone to the Canadian Pacific. C. Van Campen, ticket agent Rochester, has returned from a two months' vacation; relieved by Ticket Clerk S. C. Kirby, of Mankato. Mr. Van Campen will probably retire October next, having been in service forty-five years. Bro. E. J. Dunn is with the C. M. & St. P., on second side wire, dispatcher’s office, Minne- apolis, and Bro. B. J. Suddendorf back with the C. R. I. & P. Ry., on side wire in dispatcher’s office at Manley, Iowa. Bro. W. Hagaman, agent at Evan, looking after some land interests ir. the flooded districts down south, relieved by F. R. Lang. Dispatcher Cassidy relieved Chief Dispatchei Prescott, while out on road checking up the foreign car situation. An extra gang of 100 men are now working at Stockton, and the stone crusher there is also in operation again. The roadbed of the old line from New Ulm to Mankato Jet., also from Dodge Center to Owatonna, is to be graveled this sum- mer. Fire in the Winona depot, the morning of March 22d, destroyed records in the superintendent’s office and damaged the hotel department. The dis- patchers took refuge in the tower, and business was transacted as smoothly as if nothing had hap- pened. Dispatchers Beynon and Morse have received their motor boats, and we all expect invitations to a ride. Frank Simon, Jr., son of Conductor Simon, has been assigned the position of stenographer on the new train Dc Lux between Chicago and San Francisco. Bro. R. A. PfefTerle, our former correspondent, has secured a very good position on the O. S. L. in Idaho, and extends a cordial invitation to any brother who comes out there. Bro. L. L. Larsen is now dispatcher at Bliss, Idaho. We are all glad to hear of his good luck, and hope his good service will receive still further consideration. Let us get after the nons now, and keep after them until we have all the desirable ones in line. Concerted action will bring this about. There would not be a non in the entire system if every one individually will get busy. Three or four can not accomplish it. Those who kick because the local chairman got the other fellow a raise and did not get them one, usually don’t deserve any. What have you done for the O. R. T.? It will probably take you as long to answer that question as it will for our local chairman to tell you why you did not get an increase. Your reply would be “nothing,” his reply would be “you don’t deserve any.” D. J. M., Acting Div. Cor. C. D. Wagoner, Delegate Div. No. 126. Sioux City Dh'ision — Bro. W. O. Clanahan has gone to Illinois, on account of sickness in the family. N. D. Watson has come out “UD” into the sta- tion service, and is temporarily located at Dan- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 909 bury. Some one get the measure of Crinklau and Conners, new men at "UD.” Bro. Pangborn is being relieved at Sacton by Bro. Paul Hudnall. We have a hunch that Bro. J. L. Halpin, Delegate Div. No. 126. P. has gone into training for the next mat exhi- bition with Gotch. Bro. C. J. Bowman, who relieved Carnes at Schleswig, is now at Turin. R. D. Fisk, from the “Q,” is now helper at Mapleton. “Van” will put the O. R. T. trade mark on him. W. Stadum, temporary agent at Sloan, to third Onawa. Bro. Dave West will see that nothing but O. R. T. plates are set on his table. Bro. Sheldon has returned to work, and Mr. Russell is temporarily out of the station service. F. D. Lamphere has resigned at Modale. We enjoyed life to its fullest extent during April. Wires down nearly three days, no car reports, no Western Union, nothing to do but drag on the meerschaum. M. J. Elliott and C. A. Pratt are at Craig and Moorhead, respectively. The brothers will please get busy. Former Bro. Meehan, at Carnarvon, has not given a reason why he should hold a nine-hour job and not contribute to the power that got it for him. We were all shocked to learn of the death of Mr. Joe Fromknecht, trick dispatcher for a number of years. He passed away at Hot Springs, Ark., where he had gone only a short time previous in search of health. Interment took place April 7th, at Butler, 111. The boys of this division con- tributed an O. R. T. wreath, through the fore- sight of Bro. Huck. “Joe,” as he was known by everyone, will long be remembered by the boys of the division for his many acts of kindness. At the meeting in Sioux City, April 6th, Bro. Hay- inond appointed Bros. Ihde, Van Der Velden and Grush as a committee to draw up memorial reso- lutions. No doubt every man on this division received a card from a party at Belle Plaine, regarding a meeting for the purpose of “Organization,” to be held April 20th at Cedar Rapids. To those who may be in the dark, it's sufficient to say that there is no room for two organizations. It’s hard enough for one to gain concessions. The power behind this movement is not instigated by. any one in our interest. A special meeting was held at the West Hotel, Sunday, April 6th, with thirteen members present. It was surely gratifying to see Bros. Kent, Ihde, Cochran and Ryman there from the Moville Line. They have such a short time in Sioux City that it requires an extra effort to do this, and it is surely an example that the brothers on Sioux City and Onawa lines can look up to. We also wish to congratulate Bros. Graham, of Stanhope, and Short of Ute, for being present. An enjoy- L. Gillaspy, Delegate Div. No. 126. able session was had. Let us have many more. This is what makes the O. R. T. a success. Come out . and meet your brother-worker face to face, and you will never regret it. Digitized by Google

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910 The Railroad Telegrapher. It was decided to again assess the division dues of 10 cents per month for the year of 1913. The following brothers contributed in full: Hide Kent, Graham, Cochran, Short, Haymond, Neves, C. II. Meador, Delegate Div. No. 126. Noe, Bowman, Fagan, Crush, Hyman and Van l)er Vcldcn, making a total of $15.60 collected at this meeting. Bills amounting to $7 w'ere presented and allowed. There will be one or two more bills to pay at the next meeting. All brothers will kindly remit to Bro. Noe, Mondamin, local treas- urer, for any proportion of the dues they wish to pay at present. Next meeting will be held at Sioux City, in West Hotel, second Sunday in May. Don’t forget the date, and get yoifr trans- portation early, as your chief dispatcher is a busy man. Those present got the latest in regard to the new schedule. The member# of the general committee, while handling affairs west of the Missouri, were mixed up with the recent Omaha cyclone, hut escaped unhurt. Your superintendent has been having a great deal of trouble with the Freight Earnings Report, Form 24, and the Ticket Earnings Report, Form 49, both due to leave your station on the 7th, 14th, 2 1 st and last day of the month. They are very simple and easily made, so do not neglect to get them in. If you do not have the total earn- ings, make a closely estimated report, except the last one. This must be correct. The company pays veiy close attention to these reports, and much trouble can be avoided by making an extra effort to get them in on time. Chief dispatcher also complains of much delay in getting daily car report Forms 8 and 8A. A neat station means clean floors and windows, and everything else in proportion. No rubbish or freight scattered around, no accumulated dust, office and its fixtures neatly arranged. Get this habit also; it’s a good one. Don’t wait for the local chairman or his assist- ants to get busy on this O. R. T. proposition. You have just as much right to get members as anyone else. A few can not jlo it all. When a new man lands, get his certificate and division number, and have Bro. Kempkes transfer him to this division. If he isn’t a member, proceed to make him one. If you can not do it alone, call upon the rest of us. Bro. Kempkes will send you blanks, or you can get them from the local chair- man. If you have a helper that you think will make good, proceed to put him into the organiza- tion. Then when he gets out into the station service wc will not have to look after him. When this gets in print, the convention will be in full swing at Baltimore. Leaky Rivers. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas. It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call from our midst to a higher reward, our beloved train dis- patcher, Joseph Fromknccht, and Whereas, Wc realize that in his death, his wife has lost a beloved and devoted husband, and our company, a faithful employe; therefore, be it Resolved, That we bow in humble submission to His will and strive to emulate the good example W. J. Edwards, Delegate Div. No. 126. of loyal service set by our departed friend, and be it further Resolved, That the members of the Sioux City Local Division No. 76, Order of Railroad Teleg- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 911 raphers extend their heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved wife, in this her hour of deepest sorrow, and that a copy of these resolutions also be sent her, a copy to the bereaved relatives, a copy to J. J. Nichols, Delegate Div. No. 126. The Railroad 'Ielegrapher for publication, a copy to William Bennett, Supt. Tel., Chicago, a copy to E. B. McClure, Supt., Sioux City, and a copy spread upon the record of this local, in memory of our departed friend. A. L. Van 1)er Velden, A. A. I iide, W. I. Crush, Committee. Colorado Midland Ry. First and Second Districts - The Potts-Benner controversy was decided m favor of Bro. Benner. Bro. Potts was urged to take Hartsel agency when his wife lay sick in bed. It was never bulletined. All the turmoil and inconvenience seems to have been caused by the failure of compliance with the schedule. Bro. Potts was not returned to his former position at Florissant, but was given Cascade nights, vice Bro. Rose, who drew it on last bulletin. Bro. Rose took Ivanhoe, vice Bro. Strimple, who re- cently bid it in and had only been there long enough to purchase household goods to elaborate his proposed dwelling. If members will report their grievances explicitly in writing to their chairman, who wants every fact concerning a case, all will get a square deal. Nos. 3 and 4 are again on schedule, and several summer offices will be opened. Let us get the few nons we have into our ranks. If only one length of rail is missing from the swerving steel, no matter how perfect the track on either side of this deficiency, it would stop the movement of power — likewise, one non. Some of them have been working every day for years, enjoying the same beneficial results as their fellow employes, who are striving for better concessions, and in- stead of doing their part they arc constantly slandering the men who are protecting and uplift- ing their interests. O. \V. Johnson, cashier, and O. Spangler, sec- ond Colorado City, were both delighted to get the scheduled $5 raise, and should come in and help. ExBro. C. G. Reubendale has certainly nuiscd his fancied grievance long enough. Let’s sec, brothers, if we can’t convince them that it is to their best interests to carry an up-to-date. Messrs. Kirkpatrick and Brawner, at Divide, who advocate that the O. R. T. should teach students, should be shown the fallacy of such an argument. Mr. Scanlon, at Basalt, is another whom the Order secured a raise for. Mr. Borneman and Mr. Ellis, the new cashier at Basalt, will no doubt be with us shortly. Bro. Pinder, first Leadville, resigned and left for Kansas City, relieved by Bro. Strimple, from R. A. Powell, Delegate Div. No. 126. Ivanhoe. Bro. Devinsky drew New Castle first, relieved on third Leadville by Bro. Sharp, and he on second Leadville by Mr. Ellis, a new man, whom we expect to soon be one of us. Digitized by Google

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912 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. LaFever, first New Castle, resigned and left for St. Louis. Bro. Rose, who was trans- ferred to Ivanhoe agency, on the Second District, assumed Bro. LaFever’s duties as local chairman W. G. Davis, Delegate .Div. No. ia6. of the latter. A successor to Bro. Rose as local chairman of the First District will be appointed shortly. It’s now Bros. Smith and Cunningham at New Castle. Bro. Lowe, of Glenwood, recently engaged in a heated argument with the superintendent of schools there, which so enraged the pedagogue that he proceeded to thrash the brother, coming out of the affray, however, second best. J. C. McMahan, elected mayor of New Castle, will resign the clerkship on the C. M. there shortly. Cert. 60. Texas Pacific Ry. The following, which appeared in the Journal in August, 1910, is published again by special request: OFFICE RULES. 1. Come in. If the door is locked, kick it. 2. If the agent doesn’t get up, crawl through the window; that is what it was made for. 3. Spit on the floor. The agent will clean it up. 4. If the agent happens to be busy; sit on his desk and talk to him. He likes to hear you. 5. If there are any loose papers, such as let- ters or messages, read them. The agent would like your assistance in answering them. 6. In case there are any express packages lying around, look them over. If you don't know what is in them, the agent will tell you. He makes a specialty of finding out just for your sake. 7. If you are short of amusement, open a few drawers. They are not locked and we are glad to have you look through them. 8. It is no more than right that you should assist the agent in handling his business. ' The company sent him here for you to teach. 9. Don’t forget to ask if the clock is right. 10. Above all things, once in the office, stay. The agent is a good fellow. B. T. Ham bright, Cert. 20. Western Maryland Ry. We have had quite a steady growth on the W. M. the last few months. Brothers, let us keep this up and keep after the nons. When our committee goes up for better terms it has got to have the men back of it to handle the situation. We want to get that two days off a month and better working conditions. Keep on working, boys, and we will win out sooner or later. Our last meetings in Hagerstown and Elkins were well attended, and some interesting subjects were brought to a head that the boys were anxious to have made more satisfactory to all concerned. A. G. Douglas, Alternate Div. No. 126. The few nons on the line who accept the bene- fits our committee gets must be shown that the increase of membership will help us out. “No card, no favors’’ should be the rule. It will do more good than anything else. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 913 The brothers who have not paid their dues for tli is quarter should be prompt in doing so, as our convention meets this month in Baltimore, and to be with the rest we all should have an up-to- M. J. Burns, Alternate Div. No. 126. date card, so send your dues to Bro. Kelbaugh, at Hanover, come to this convention, and make it a remembrance for Baltimore for all time to come. Brothers and sisters will attend from all parts of the world. All the brothers who work on the different roads leading into Baltimore are going to help make things as pleasant for these visiting brothers and sisters as can be done, and I want to see the Western Maryland with them. Bro. Taylor has been promoted to dispatcher, vice Mr. McClain, who has gone into business at Hagerstown. We wish Bro. Taylor success. Bro. Loose has returned to his old home at Emory Grove and gone into the muskrat business again. Hope he will have better results this time. Bro. Betts has returned to his old trick at Cherry Run. Bro. Martin, since Hempstead closed, is attend- ing very faithfully to his chickens. He is going to have a big flock, and we hope he will make a success with his investments. Guv. Illinois Central R. R. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Street, beginning at 1 p. m. All members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C., Galesburg Division of Division 130. Indiana Division, Indianapolis District — Business is pretty good, both in freight and passenger, considering everything that has hap- pened during the last month. Several work trains are busy at various points repairing the damage done by the flood, this division suffering more than any v>f the rest on account of the levee breaking at Indianapolis, leaving White River spread out over the country, tearing away tracks, bridges and large buildings. The fills near Bloom- field over White River, and the Wabash at River- ton, had the road completely tied up. This was one of the heaviest floods ever recorded in Indi- ana, Ohio and Illinois. No. 302, due in Indianap- olis at 10:34 Monday, March 24th, was held up at Treveloc on account of a bridge washing out, and the passengers had a night of peril in the coaches. The next morning the train was brought to Morgantown and tied up with No. 301. The New Orleans express trains were tied up at various places along the line. The damage will figure millions and it will be a long time be- fore the road can be put back in good shape. Borgersville agency is on bulletin. C. H. Armstrong, Alternate Div. No. 126. J. B. Weems bid in West Salem agency, Field- man going back to Palestine. On account of the wire being down over the Wabash River, Dispatchers Keene and Evans opened a temporary office and handled trains Digitized by Google

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914 The Railroad Telegrapher. Indianapolis to Riverton from Wisconsin Street yard. Bro. G. D. Clements journeyed to Indianapolis recently to witness the game between Indianap- olis and Minneapolis baseball clubs. F. R. Kuhns, Alternate Div. No. 126. Boys, don’t forget that your help is needed to keep these write-ups going. If you have any news items, send them to me. Everybody watch the notice for our next meet- ing and make every possible effort to attend. Many good things are learned which are benefi- cial to both the company and your Order. The last Indiana legislature passed a bill requir- ing all railroad companies to pay employes twice a month. Perhaps this will enable the nons to take out an up-to-date. Let’s get them lined up. R. Burness, cashier Bloomington, Ind., freight office, appointed chief clerk in commercial agent’s office at Jndianapolis, vice Mr. Moriarity, de- ceased, relieved by Mr. Clark, cashier at Robin- son, and he by L. W. Singleton, second Bloom- ington, W. H. Day, from Oblong, relieving the latter. J. E. Clark, agent Dugger, was off April 14th and 15th, attending the funeral of his sister at Mt. Zion. We hope to have a better write-up next time. Abe Martin. Vicksburg Division — It appears to me that more interest should be taken on this line than is shown at present. I was on this division over six months hefore anyone asked me if I carried a card. One ot the first things we should do when a new man comes on is to find out if lie is a brother and up to date. If he is not, we should show him what the Order has done for us all and get hi® lined up, which gives us that much more working strength. We have a few nons over here. Let us all go after them and show them that they are doing themselves and family, as well as the Order, an injustice. Some of the stations held by nons have had an increase, and they should come it at once and do their share. A few of the boys are quitting the service and new men coming in. Trail Lake, Avon and Valley Park agencies are now up for bids. When making out bids, be sure to send a copy to Bro. Elliot, local chairman, at Rolling Park, and he will see that everyone gets treated right. Brothers, let us see if we can’t have a write- up in each issue of the journal. If we have no correspondent, let us have one appointed and everyone send him a few items. S. L. Hopkins, Cert. 302, Div. 5- Louisiana Division — The high water has receded, business is normal again and the agents are doing a fine express business in the strawberry and vegetable line. It’s now Bro. W. L. King, telegrapher-clerk at Ponchatoula, La. Bro. I. L. Cooper, “BD” office. New Orleans, just finished a cross-country trip in his auto. Mississippi maids are strong on wedding bells, so M. H. Kkasler, Alternate Div. No. 126. “Red” had better look out on those “U-auto" trips. Bro. C. W. Jones, a hero of the G. & S. I., has resigned Tangipahoa agency and gone we*t. We are sorry to lose such a “good scout,” and with Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 915 him success. He was relieved on bid by Bro. L. L. Chambers, Kentwood days. Bro. Ed Bordages, “FD” New Orleans, received a box of “Blue Label” cigars from YVhitefish, W. W. Woodward, Delegate Div. No. 127. Mont., to help Bro. W. W. Robertson, an old I. C. man there, celebrate the arrival of a boy. Among the recent arrivals from the West is Bro. Walter Myers, who is glad to get back to the Crescent City. Div. Cor. Ulster & Delaware R. R. To All Members: The present outlook on this division is favorable, and wc are sure to pull through, provided each and every member realizes the importance of mak- ing every effort to build up our organization. It is highly important that we strengthen our Order on this road and better our conditions, as we have not yet reached the rate of pay which we rightly deserve. It is a well recognized fact that men in our line of work have been, as a class, the poorest paid in the railroad service, when the responsibility, hours of service and seven days each week are taken into consideration. Let each member get right down to business. We need the nons and they must be made to see that they need us, and it is up to both of us to come out cn top. I believe there is considerable interest shown along the line of getting the nons lined-up. There is a move among the boys to wake up and do something. It seems unreasonable for any man to stay out of an Organization that he very wells knows has been recognized and a schedule secured. Gradually our working con- ditions will be bettered. Some nons have the idea that the O. R. T. is an enemy to the railroads, and that their aim is to “do” them every chance they get, and that if they were to join the Order they would surely lose the respect of the officials, if they were lucky enough not to get fired. This is a mistake, boys. Organized labor stands for justice and does not want to make trouble for any one or any company. It is the only way the workingman has of mak- ing and keeping his wages up to a point where he can live on it. Look at it right and you will see the right in it. I trust that this is plain to every sensible man who wishes to better himself and others. Give your heartiest and most careful thoughts to our welfare and when you are called to act in connection with the good of the Order, do so willingly, and we will assure you that you will be proud of our Order. It is gratifying to know that every member of this division is in good standing. This shows loyalty and strength. M. L. Klein, General Chairman. Ulster and Delaxvare Notes — E. B. Healy, “XN" first, has been off since March 13th, on account of failing eyesight. lie is seventy-two years old and has been in the serv- ice thirty-nine years. If anyone deserves a pen- sion for good and faithful service, he surely does. We hope he gets it. Bro. Peter Leming kindly agreed to help out at “XN” for a couple of weeks. He returned to Phoenicia after being relieved by Bro. T. Ennist, who is now filling the position tem- porarily. Five stations in the Ashokan reservoir will be closed soon and trains will be running over the ^4? E. E. Smith, Delegate Div. No. 129. relocated line by June 15th. Two new stations, “Woodstock” and “Ashokan,” will be established. Agent V. Merrihew, of Brodheads, is building a house near the new Ashokan station, and will, no Digitized by Google

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916 The Railroad Telegrapher. doubt, bid in the new station. It is to be hoped that conditions will so regulate themselves that there will be but little “bumping.” Bro. Morgan is already taken care of by bidding in the relief G. R. Smith, Delegate Div. No. 129. for work one day, and the chief dispatcher sent some one out to find him. He was found walking the streets in a delirious condition and taken to the hospital by the O. R. T. boys at that place. His brother, Morris, is now with him. The last report, on April 17th, was that “Nate” was doing’ as well as could be expected. We hope to write in the next issue of his recovery. Bro. Ike Kunst will handle the write-up here- after. Please send all notes to him at “YA" Bro. Pough is to be thanked for handling this so well in the past. Ike says, if you don’t send him any news, he will manufacture some. Ce*t. 1 17. "800 Line" Ry. Chicago Division , First and Second Districts — Second Shops yard, second Waukesha, third Grays Lake and Trevor agency on bulletin. Bro. P. B. Koewn, third Grays Lake, resigned to accept a position with an automobile company in Chicago; not yet relieved. Ask Bros. Satterfield or Lund how many ties there are between Lake Villa and Grays Lake. They counted them recently, and I understand the walking was good. The former sprained his ankle while alighting from a caboose recently, but is able to be around with the aid of a cane. Bumdt, from second Trevor, is now with the C. M. & St. P. at Pacific Jet., and Bro. O. A. agent’s position, held by C. Bishop, on six months’ leave, who, we understand, bought a farm. We wish him success. L. Joyce may bid in the new Woodstock station. This leaves two agents and two telegraphers to do bumping. There will be an opening for an agent and a telegrapher at Grand Gorge, as Agent Bouton has purchased the coal business from a Kingston firm. The lucky bidder for this station can thank the O. R. T. that positions are now advertised. A year ago such things were not allowed. Chief Dispatcher Stickles took a two weeks’ vacation, relieved by Dispatcher Faulkner, and he by Dispatcher Decker, recently returned from Tampa, Fla., where he worked during the winter. We are glad to hear Dispatcher “MC” on the wire again, the boys missed him while he was sick. Bro. Rossa relieved Bro. Henson, who went to Kingston and bought a touring car. By-the-way, have you smoked one of “Henson’s Favorites?” Mr. Marks, second “YA,” was relieved by Bro. Morgan for one day, who also relieved Agent Wood. Bro. H. Knnist was relieved a few days by Mr. Faulk. Bro. F. E. Merrihew is temporarily assigned to Shokan station. Bro. Marnett is relieving the night freight biller at Rondout. The nons are coming in nicely, keep after them. Bro. N. G. Markson, who went to the New Haven, is reported sick with typhoid in the hos- pital at Willimantic, Conn. He did not ‘■■how up J. T. Bbab?s, Delegate Div. No. 129. Knack, former agent Lake Villa, with the same road at Granville, Wis. C. D. Cook bid in Samp Lake “owl” job, relieved on third Vernon by Bro. A. Rupple on bid. relieved on second Stockton by Lepir.ski. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 917 Bro. M. A. Chapman bid in Byron agency and will live at Fond du Lac, going back and forth on 7 and 8, not relieved at Waukesha yet. Bro. X. J. Frost bid in second Fond du Lac. C. G. Snyder, Alternate Div. No. 129. Dispatchers at Shops have been going over the line; Neubecker, doing the extra dispatching, re- lieved on south end message wire by Bro. J. H. Burns, and he on “owl” job by Wm. Christel. Wm. Riddenliough bid in Fremont agency, re- lieved on second Grays Lake by Bro. Chas. Neu- man, from the C. & N. W., pending bulletin. Bro. Neuman is a new member who only needed to be asked once to join, H. L. Lepinski, second Stockton, off a few days owing to the death of his brother at Cadott, was relieved by P. J. Webber. Bros. Wagner, Chapman, Meyer, Gilman, Lund and Loek sent in items this month. Every one help out a bit with an item or two before the 20th. “Jack” Frost, Cor. W. & P. Division — I have been asked to act as division corre- spondent, so will do the best I can. The Chicago Division always has a nice write-up, and we can do the same, if you will all send me the changes, etc. Business has never been better on this line, and all the boys have their hands full, especially on the Second, Third and Fourth Dis- tricts. The tremendous amount of through freight moving east via Superior and Ladysmith, combined with the local business make a pretty steady run of trains. Bro. Holt, a new man from Division No. 91, is on third Weyerhaeuser. Bro. Zepp, of first, re- lieved several weeks by Bro. McCorkle. Bro. Rouhan, second Bruce, going to Ryder, N. Dak., on his homestead, relieved by J. V. Thomp- son. Bro. Rouhan intends to transfer to the west side. We wish him good luck. Bro. Menard, nights N. Escanaba, visited his folks at Amery, and Bro. Carrier, from Goodman, Sundayed there with his wife’s folks recently. Ed. Thompson, second Heafford Jet., a beginner, will have an up-to-date shortly. Bro. Seifert was called to Winona recently, by the death of his wife’s father. We are indebted to Bro. Kelly, at Gladstone, for assistance in this write-up. The dispatchers on the Fourth District now are: T. S. Sullivan, first, and F. C. O’Hara, second. Second and Third Districts: D. W. Kelly, first; C. J. Magoon, second, and C. F. Brown, third. Fred Brahm is on first trick side table and R. Mathison on second side wire nights. A. D. Harris is clerk and time- keeper; M. J. Magoon, chief dispatcher, and J. Stephenson, trainmaster. R. C. Halstead, the new man on second “MA,” is now a brother; Mr. Duel, nights “MA,” will be with us soon, and Mr. Erickson, third Dresser Jet., will have a card in a few days. Keep up the good work, brothers. The write-up of the Minneapolis meeting, on April 20th, can not go in until next month, as this month’s news had to be in St. Louis by April 20th to be published in the May issue. I wish to thank the boys who responded to my request for news, and hope to hear from all of you hereafter. W. H. B., Cert. 492. M. S. Lowe, Alternate Div. No. 129. Lake Erie & Western R. R. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Sts., beginning at 1. p. m. Digitized by Google

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918 The Railroad Telegrapher. All member of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C., Galesburg Division of Division 130. J. F. Carder, Delegate Div. No. 130. Minneapolis & St. Louis R. R. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Streets, beginntng at 1 p. m. All members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C., Galesburg Division of Division 130. Eastern Division — Bros. Wilson and Platts met with Bro. Gardner at Abbott, April ad, to adjust the proposed sched- ule. A meeting will be held with the officials as soon as possible. We understand the conductors secured a raise and we can get one also if all the members get busy and line up the nons. If they expect us to get them an increase in their salaries, they should come in and help. Bro. E. T. Cahill has been assigned to third Hampton. Abbott nights was open five nights the first part of April by Mr. Coons, from Brighton, who later returned to Brighton third, Mr. White re- lieving him while at Abbott. Bro. A. L. Gardner, of Abbott, our delegate to the convention, left for Baltimore April 21st. Only a few of the brothers sent in any news this month. All of you should help out and send in the changes, etc., by the twentieth of the month. “JS,” Cert. 26. Lehigh Valley R. R. Buffalo Division, Buffalo to Sayre — This division of the L. V. has a write-up in The Telegrapher each month, and we would like to see all the other divisions have one also, as we believe it would be a benefit to have one. Send your items to Bro. Quick by the twentieth of the month, and they will appear in the next issue. These write-ups would do a lot of good. Just jot down the changes, etc., on your division as you hear of them, and it will only take a few minutes to mail them in. Since the parcel post became a law the agents are carrying a greater part of “their express com- mission” to the post office in the mail bags, and they don’t always do it in one trip either. This, like anything else that we want corrected, can be corrected by becoming thoroughly organized. The trainload of street-car strike breakers for Buffalo that went over this line recently were a tough bunch, thoroughly capable for such jobs. We were glad to learn that they were soon sent back to where they came from, as the striking street-car men at Buffalo won out. Some of the boys are finding out to their sor- row that it does not pay to have students hanging around their offices, and wish now that they had listened to a little good advice. Boys, do your own work and keep these students out. You will be money ahead. The “large noise” so much in evidence at Hinman nights left for parts unknown without E. S. Powell, Delegate Div. No. 130. even giving the chief any notice that he was going. Bro. Withiam has accepted Kendaia agency, vice Bro. Garrison, assigned Reeder nights. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 919 Four new members in April. Keep the good work going and help the good cause along. You can do it boys if you will. Brothers, whenever you meet a non speak to him about the Order. Don’t miss a single chance A. F. Ritter, Delegate Div. No. 130. to do this. It is for your interest to have him join as well as his. When you are through with your Telegrapher, send it to some non-member. When he reads it he may be awakened to a sense of his duty. It is only by pulling together and doing these things that we will succeed. There have been a number of changes along the line, but they have not been sent to me, and I can not give them without such help. Some of you boys try to send them in hereafter. N. O. Stranger. Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific R. R. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Streets, beginning at 1 p. m. All members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C , Galesburg Division of Division 130. Chicago Terminal & Illinois Division — Mineral agency up for bids. Understand Bro. Kellogg intends going to California as soon as relieved. Bro. E. Schoquist, third, and Bro. Glaser, sec- ond, are with the Northern Pacific in Montana and North Dakota, relieved, respectively, by Bro. Beckwith and Mr. Barnes. Bro. Ira B. Jeffries relieved Mr. Johnson on second Silvis. Bro. H. W. Voss, taken out of service in Febru- ary, was reinstated at first Silvis, and was later granted a sixty-day leave. Certainly glad to see Harry back again. Don’t forget to return your information blanks to the local chairman at once, so your committee will know the situation at your station. Bro. V. M. Kelly, Division 33, relieved Bro. Bonta on Sheffield third, owing to sickness. I am thinking of holding each alternate meeting at Peoria, to give the boys on the Peoria and branch lines a chance to attend. With the boys from the other lines, this would make an interest- ing gathering. What do you think of this propo- sition? Bro. E. M. Marshall has returned and is at Utica days. “M” says fishing there is fine. Bro. W. F. Kay has returned from “GO” Chi- cago to the Illinois Division, and bid in first Blue Island, the strain on his eyes at night being too heavy. Bro. Kislig returned to second. This makes the office solid with the exception of J. P. Sheahan, on third. We will leave it to the two brothers to line him up. Mokena has been made a continuous office again, with Bro. J. C. Neilson on first, C. Oliver second and F. H. Oliver third. The latter two are brothers to themselves but not in the Order. Boys, here are two more to put on the solid side. C. R. Hunt, Delegate Div. No. 130. The Telegrapher the past two months has not had a write-up from this division. Those who wonder why just figure out how many itrms you have contributed. Boys, try to help me out and Digitized by Google

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920 The Railroad Telegrapher. see if we can’t have a write-up every month in the future. By the time this reaches you we will be in convention at Baltimore. I want to thank you E. A. Brand, Delegate Div. No. 130. all for the favor you have conferred on me by sending me to this convention, and I hope to return from it fully equipped to handle the divi- sion to better advantage than I have in the past. Everything looks in our favor. Brothers, I want you to work hard with me the next two years and see if we can not line up every man on this division and keep it that way. If you don’t know where there is a non, drop me a note and I will tell you. D. Goyer is on second Bureau. We understand Bro. Stage is on the sick list. We hope not and that it’s only a leave of absence that takes him away from duty. While you arc getting the nons in line, don’t forget Parsons, on second, and King, on third. Give Bro. Condit a helping hand. Fraternally, C. D. Wagoner, L. C. General Offices — Trenton, Mo. (RN.) — The system has never been in a better condition, fraternally, and its status assures both members and nons that there is peace and harmony in every dot and dash coming in and out of the little abode assigned to our exclusive use called “RN.” We like it — we like each other — we like all those we work with, and we come to work now, with the pleasing ambition to cut in on the morning yard wires, and know that we will be greeted with the same old “GM” at 99 per cent of the offices. Working conditions and salaries are not quite up to our liking, but they are on a par with other roads, so we should be satisfied and help in the onward struggle to get more; give the best service we can, because better service will get us more money. The highest salaries and best working conditions can be secured with a 100 per cent membership, and the talent behind it. Deliver the goods and demand the proper return with fairness to all. Then as old times strikes nine bells, we can say “All's Well” with assurance. The Cameron O. R. T. Club meeting, Sunday night, April 12th, was shy the attendance of broth- ers from our office on account of circumstances, over which a part of us had no control, which we very much regretted. We should all attend these meetings as regularly as possible, and we hope ail who do not have to work will be at the next meeting. Bro. Davenport is dishing out the “V’s” to the brothers on 33 wire, ably assisting Bro. Cazel on Xo. 7, with the aid of the good members along the line to keep the business moving. Bro. Brewer is doing the train order stunt to- gether with dear old No. 7 west solid O. R. T. from handle to handle, and its no rare thing to get all the thirty-seven reports from one man; guess that’s fair enough. Bro. McClain, who does the morning stunt on No. 20, is relieved by Bro. DeLong at noon, and goes to the “GO” wire for the balance of the E. F. Todd, Delegate Div. No. 130. day, exchanging Morse with Sister “S” on No. 5. Bro. DeLong has a solid bunch on No. 20, St. Joe, Horton and Topeka, with one exception at “PR,’’ but “she” promises to come in and make it solid Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 921 from zinc to copper. Bro. Schrieber, the “owl,” has to visit with them all; also two sets of dis- patchers with the flow of traffic in and out of Trenton. F. A. Arnold, Delegate Div. No. 130. Manager Hafford has been having his hands full lately, weather conditions rendering the wires almost useless. His work is none too easy at the best and we ask all the brothers on the division to watch and help him all they possibly can. Bro. Peyton, our second trick wire chief, is deserving of the best of treatment, and we hope the brothers along the line will aid him in locat- ing wire trouble as quickly as possible, a little assistance often eliminates complications otherwise hard to straighten out. He frequently comes to the office with his “Ford,” at noon, and takes the boys to dinner. O. S. Jones, on third, measures the wire trouble on a Weston’s volt meter, and takes his rounds on the morning reports; show him by your actions that he is not lowering his standard by becoming a member of our organization. We assure those we work with daily that we are O. R. T. from the toenails to the hairtips, and take pleasure in doing our work with them. Herington, Kan. (RI) — It’s now Bro. Hillman, late nights here, making this office solid, with the exception of the manager. Bro. Ingram is on va- cation, rustling prunes in daddy-in-law’s store at Furley; relieved by Bro. J. S. Smith, from the T. & P., Ft. Worth. Bro. Pearsoll is still mak- ing Sunday trips to Lincolnville. Hope she will soon say “yes,” so we can have him at some of the club’s meetings. Bro. Hawthorne and wife visited friends in Haileyville, Shawnee and Okla- homa City, April 3d to 7th. Bro. Lowe was off a few days, the first of April, on account of sick- ness of his mother at Hamilton, Kan. Everybody was sorry to see Bro. Stokes go. He's a good scout and a fine workman, and the move to the Elmira, Iowa, agency, will no doubt be to his benefit. Topeka, Kan. (KI.) — Bro. Russell Graham, from Des Moines, is now on one of the night tricks. A valuable addition. Bro. Madison writes, from Chicago, that he had a good job and is doing fine. He gives Bro. Craig, of “GO,” credit for valuable information on his arrival in the Windy City. Mr. Musgreave, one of the Santa Fe’s most accommodating hired men for years, was canned by that company recently. His luck was poor in trying to get on here. Bro. Tracey is now with the Union Pacific at Omaha. Mr. Hopkins is working extra here. Bro. Trundle left for Los Angeles, April 18th, on ninety days’ leave. Bro. Ehrhart still off on account of illness, made a trip to Chicago recently. We hope he will soon be back with us in good health. Bro. Powell is all ready for the trip to Balti- more, with the exception of the silk hat. J. H. Rogers, Jr., Delegate Div. No. 130. The Kansas legislature, recently adjourned, left a bad taste in the mouth of the laboring class of Kan- sas, especially the railroad men. All bills favoring the latter were turned down, and nothing passed that redounded to their benefit. We wanted the Digitized by Google

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922 The Railroad Telegrapher. semi-monthly pay day, but the Santa Fc came across with a few “petitions” showing it was not wanted by the “majority,” and the bill was killed. This can be figured out by the old rule of “cause and F. J. Graves, Delegate Div. No. 130. effect.” When there is a bad piece of legisla- tion there is a bad legislator. You boys in Kan- sas should acquaint yourself with the man repre- senting your district, and put him on record as to how he will vote when such bills come up for passage, and if he is antagonistic to our interests do your best to see that some other man represents you the next time. Some of our managers arc not satisfied to reap the golden harvest the O. R. T. has made pos- sible for them, without paying their share of the cost. They seem impressed with the idea that, to properly perform their duties, they should be antagonistic to the Order, favor the nons all pos- sible and encourage them to remain on the outside. They have lost sight of the fact that the gen- eral managers issued a signed statement to the effect that there would be absolutely no discrimina- tion shown to members or non-members. SLIPPERY SAM’S STINGERS. Full many a gem of purest ray serene The dark, unfathomed caves of ocean bear; Full many a man with card to date is seen Who does his part, and plays it on the square. Not many of the general offices were heard froa this time, owing to the fact that Thb Teleg- rapher was issued earlier than usual. On account of the convention at Baltimore the items had to be sent in by April 20th. Am sure all will re- spond next month, and we will have a good write-up. Thanks are extended to Bros. Ford and Brewer for their items this month. Div. Cob. Missouri Division — Bro. T. Madden is still off sick. Bro. W. W. King, a new man, is now at Columbus Jet-. Bro. C. G. King having resigned and gone into busi ness. We all wish him success. Bro. W. T. Barnett, of Lett, who is taking treatment at Des Moines for his health, is getting along nicely. Bro. J. A. Maguire, Stillings, is off sick, re- lieved by Bro. C. E. Foster, who also relieved Bro. S. A. Kindig at Stillings the latter part of March. Bro. I. S. Jones bid in. Paris nights, and Bro. J.’ L. Stuart third Muscatine. The latter relieved L. W. Browne at Seymour for a few days. Mr. Brown is a fine fellow. All of you write him to come in. Bro. J. F. Greenland bid in second Nahant. and Bro. J. B. Painter East Pleasant Plain. P. H. Miller, Delegate Div. No. 130. Full many a flower is born to blush unseen And waste its fragrance on the desert air. Full many a non to blush has ne’er been seen While the fragrance, yes the fragrance (?) it is there. On bulletin: Agent and telegrapher Mercer and Belknap, and Columbus Jet. second. Bro. H. C. Kyle, Wcatherby nights, secured leave of absence February 1st, relieved by Mr. Carr. Someone give us a line on him. Under- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 923 stand Bro. Kyle may not return, as his ninety days are up. Will try to have the position bul- letined. I wish you brothers would advise me as soon as a new man comes on the line, giving me his J. J. Rose, Delegate Div. No. 130. certificate and division numbers, so he can be transferred. Any who are not up to date will be forwarded papers to fill out at once. It is your place to keep me posted. This work can not be carried on without your help. Don’t wait for someone else to do this, but do it yourself: then you will be positive that it is being done. It is now Bro. G. L. Murphy at Lincville. I hope to soon have Miss Horton’s application. The brother working there nights, from Division 130, will be transferred to No. 126. Bro. Brewer, at Trenton, secured the applica- tions of J. M. Boose, Kenmucr, and A. L. Haines, Seymour. He certainly deserves great credit for iiis work. The Trenton bunch are live ones when it comes to O. R. T. work. Brothers, let’s all get busy and clean up the line within the next thirty days. It can be done if all will give a little help. Someone kindly send me a correct line-up of the line between Davenport and Eldon. Thanks to Bros. Rouch and Cox, Udell, for the line-up between Eldon and Trenton. The attendance at our regular monthly meetings at Cameron is not as it should be. You brothers who can get to your lodge and church meetings might try attending the O. R. T. meetings. I am sure they will prove of interest besides being just, if not more, as profitable. These meetings are held on the second Saturday night of each month. The Trenton bunch can always give you any information you may desire relative to these meetings. Please make an effort to come. There was just one member from this division at the joint meeting of the Iowa, Illinois and Missouri Divisions at Rock Island in April. Brothers, you can not expect the division to be operated suc- cessfully with this kind of an interest shown. Don’t think that all you have to do is to pay your dues. You have to get in the work and do your part. We don’t expect you far east end boys to attend the meetings at Cameron, but we do expect you to show up at the meetings held on that end. Likewise, the west end boys should attend the west end meetings. It should not be necessary to again call your attention to this. You are as deeply interested as anyone. You make the organization what it is. Bro. C. E. Short, Mill Grove, on two months’ vacation, is being relieved by Bro. G. E. Starr, from the Indian Territory Division. Bro. W. K. Cousins, Clio, had the misfortune to break his arm. Unable to learn who relieved him. Udell is now solid. 1 The boys at Allerton moved into their new depot April nth. Pretty nice for them. Under- stand the new cut-off is to be completed by the last of July. You will find notes from the club’s meeting held at Cameron on April 12th in the journal. Look them up. J. F. Frain, Delegate Div. No. 130. By the time this is in print the convention will be on at Baltimore. I have arranged for Bros. P. E. Rouch and D. E. Cox, Udell, to give us our next month’s write- Digitized by Google

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924 The Railroad Telegrapher. up. Please try to help them out with items of news, and make it the best we have ever had. Remember that your notes should reach them not later than the twentieth of the month, in order gm j j • W1 V ■ 1 A. B. Coats, Alternate Div. No. 130. Bro. F. L. Sanger assigned Cuba agency, re lieved at Wichita by L. L. McComber. Bro. J. Ussary assigned to White City agency, C. R. Greene going to his assignment at Wood- bine and later resigning. Bro. W. S. Gillespie was relieved at Dwight, on account of the death of his brother, by A- Ingram, and Latimer nights was closed during his absence, owing to the shortage of men. It is now Sister Knowles on Caldwell third. C. S. Forbes is on third Herington yard, while regular second and third trick men are working first and second. Bros. Beebe and Bradly exchanged stations at Peabody and Marion on recent bulletin. If everyone will drop me a note or call me on wire at Dwight whenever they hear of any change or any news, it will be a big help to me in keep- ing tab on what is going on. Everyone is glad to see news from our division and should do their part in contributing the news. Give me the news you hear of and we will have a write-up from our division every month. E. Pringle, Local Chairman. Nebraska Division — Our local chairman, Bro. Davis, is off with the measles, relieved by Bro. Barnhardt, of Court- land, later relieved by Mr. Lewis, a new man. that they get them to Bro. Quick at St. Louis before the twenty-eighth. W. H. Plum. Kansas Division — R. C. Nobles assigned to Horton third, vice Bro. E. Nichols, resigned. Bro. G. S. Allen is back at Whiting, after a month's visit to Los Angeles and Portland, re- turning via Salt Lake City. J. L. Peterson assigned cashier Salina. Bro. C. L. Dillingham, Topeka yards second, fell and hurt his knee, relieved by A. H. Schnei- der, later by L. D. Phelps, who resigned at Wichita several months ago. Bro. J. H. Patterson, of Bishop, off on account -of the serious illness of his wife, relieved by W. A. Floyd. Bro. Powell, of Willard, is being relieved by J. C. Conner, from the U. P., an agent on this division several years ago. Bro. M. H. Lock assigned to Alma nights. Clyde nights bulletined. R. C. Burns, who relieved A. H. Schneider at Maple Hill, has resigned to engage in the moving- picture business. Bro. W. E. Lund was a little excited during the recent windstorm, which blew away part of the roof of bis depot and a truckload of eggs. Bro. R. G. Lewis, of Willard reported sick, relieved by Bro. G. S. Allen, and lie at Whiting by Mrs. Allen. Bro. W. S. Gillespie relieved Bro. O. W. Em- rich on second Dwight, relieving the agents at Dwight, Cuba, Marion and Woodbine. R. L. Hale, Alternate Div. No. 130. Bro. Hughes, Lebanon, is off on account of sickness, relieved by Mr. Showers, from the S. P., an old man from this division. We hope he will soon be back as a brother again. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 925 Bro. Shaw, ticket clerk and telegrapher “VI,” off two days attending federal court at Topeka. Bro. Rollin was off three weeks, owing to the serious illness of his wife, who is now improving, \V. B. SCHRUNK, Alternate Div. No. 130. and he expects to bring her home from the hos- pital in a few days. Bro. Messig is now on third Pittsburg. Bro. Swartous bid in second there. Bro. Cook, off owing to the death of his father, was relieved by Bro. Messig. Bro. J. W. Ellis, who relieved Sister Parks at Otego, resigned, relieved at Scandia by Bro. Murry, Ellis. Bro. H. M. Edwards, second Pittsburg, relieved Bro. Wollen at Mankato, who went back to Fair- bury, owing to the increase in business. Bro. Boxwell, of Sabetha, is relieving Bro. Merrill at Scandia, on thirty days’ vacation. Bro. Lowry, of Scandia, was relieved several nights by Bro. Murry, of Ellis. Bro. Blakley is back at Formosa, after several days’ illness, relieved by Bro. Barnhart, of Court- land, closed while Bros. Blakely and Davis were off. Bro. and Sister Parks, of Otego, are with the W. U. at Omaha, Bro. Brandt, a new man, re- lieving the former, pending bulletin. Bro. Lyman, third Belleville, while off sight- seeing at Denver was relieved by Mr. Showers. Brothers on the north end and branch lines, kindly let us have something for the next write-up. This division has never had a more solid line-up. Everyone do his best to keep it that way, and get the two back-sliders to purchase a card and be with us. Informations blanks have been mailed you for the purpose of framing a new schedule, while our general committee is preparing to go to Balti- more. Give us all the information you can. With your loyal support we should get one of the best schedules in this section of the country. Don’t fail to give us the information about the United States mail; that is important. Bro. Davis left May 1st for Kansas City, where the schedule will be framed. If you think of any information you may have overlooked, send it to him, care Bro. Edwards. The two meetings held last month were well attended at both Belleville and Fairbury. We hope to hold another meeting in the near future, and would like to see a large attendance. Cards will be mailed you and plenty of notice given so you can secure transportation and relief if nec- essary. All come. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from our midst the beloved father of Bro. J. W. Cook; therefore, in manifes- tation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, by the members of Division 126, Or- der of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to our brother our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in his sad bereavement. W. G. Davis, G. A. Siiaw, H. H. Rollin, Committee. D. G. Rxxey, Alternate Div. No. 130. East Iowa Division — E. J. Gibson, from the Santa Fe, is the new superintendent of this division, vice A. T. Abbott, transferred. C. E. Greene, from the Cedar Rapids Digitized by Google

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926 The Railroad Telegrapher. Division, is our new trainmaster, vice Geo. Mc- Kinley, taking up former run. Quite a number from this division attended the meeting in Rock Island, March 28th, jointly with T. F. Kling, Alternate Div. No. 130. the Missouri and Illinois Divisions boys, and was quite interesting. The various changes to be made in the schedule were thoroughly discussed and de- bated. Bro. W. J. Edwards, of Kansas City, highly complimented the boys on their loyalty and interest. Bro. F. J. Janeshek on Colfax second, was relieved by Paul Brown at Wilton. Bro. E. W. Stewart and Bro. McGowen, of West Liberty, are now on second Brooklyn, and second Iowa City, respectively. Bro. G. E. Bals baugh, second Iowa City, is now with the Illinois Central Railway in Webster City. Roadmaster Hayes and Signal Foreman Owens attended the fifth annual exhibition of electrical appliances, held in Chicago during March. Bro. J. R. Gilby, agent at Walcott, and family are visiting their people in the West and North- west; relieved by Bro. H. M. Christision, of Wil- ton. All who have not remitted for dues for the first half of 1913, should do so at once. Cert. 241. West Iowa Division — Bro. E. B. Heaberlin, Casey second, bid in second Valley Jet. depot, vice J. S. Kintzley, who bid in third there. Bro. A. F. Anderson, who relieved Bro. Heaberlin on second Casey, when third man there was pulled off, relieved Bro. J. O. Budd on third Stuart, who went to Avoca first. Bro. M. F. Kennedy, Stuart first, relieved by Mr. Lee, a commercial man, and has gone West, having sold his home in Stuart. Bro. R. Correll, second at Casey, goes on a vacation trip shortly to Saskatchewan, Canada. Anita third trick taken off and Bro. E. H. Par- dieck returned to his home in Columbus, Ind~ accompanied by Bro. H. E. Hill, second Sarlham. relieved by Bro. Costin, from third Neola, now closed. Several good jobs bulletined recently and nearly all filled by up-to-dates. Bro. O. S. Marshall, second “Q,” bid in third there, relieved by a brother from the east end. L. E. H., Cert. 1 449- Dakota Division — Gravel trains started April 1st, with four big engines hauling twenty-two and twenty-five cars to a train. A telegrapher will probably be put on at Graettinger pit as soon as one can be secured. Dispatcher Knight has been checked in as agent at Estherville, and K. V. Turner put on the dis- patching force. Roadmaster Flora has resigned and gone to the northern part of Minnesota for his health. Superintendent Rosser and agents from Pipe- stone, Watertown, Sioux Falls and Estherville. went to Des Moines, April 17th, to attend meet- ing on merchandise schedule. T. M. Mann, Alternate Div. No. 130. Agent Bellman, Thompson, has resigned and gone in the furniture business at Dows. Fitzgibbons has been checked in as agent at Ochcyedan agency, and Manby at Clarion. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 927 McNeilly, from Dows is at Sibley temporarily, and Price at Spirit Lake; Laudeman relieved Ens- ley at Estheville, who went back to Dows. I will not call any one brother in the write-up from division, as I can not keep track of them; H. M. Sanborn, Alternate Div. No. 130. I might slight some by not calling them brothers, and call some of the nous brother, which would not be right. Any one can get a list of nons by writing the local chairman. No one contributed any news this month. If you expect to have a write-up you will have to help out on the news. The big snow storm, April 1st, put all the wires out of commission north of Estherville for two days. The snow drifted in the cuts around Rock Rapids until it took 5 hours to get No. 419 out. The snow plow was run to Sioux Falls and on the Watertown line. Div. Cor., Cert. 1596, Box 377, Dows, Iowa. Amarillo Division, C. R. /. Sr G. Ry. — Bro. J. L. Thompson, agent Alanreed, our local chairman, has resigned and is now trying the life of a farmer. We know that he will make good, and hope he will do well, but we are sorry to lose him. Bro. M. H. Keasler bid in the agency. Bro. S. Miller, at Shamrock, has resigned, re- lieved by Bro. M. H. Teed, of Division No. 119- No one sent me any news for this write-up, but every man on this division is in line and paid up to the end of the term. Boys, send the local chairman some items by the aoth of each month, so we can have a nice monthy write-up. Cert. 1851. Lake Shore A Michigan Southern Ry. Detroit Division — Toledo, Michigan, Lansing and Detroit Divi- sion joint meetings will hereafter be held in Toledo every third Tuesday. There seems to be a shortage of telegraphers on this division. Bro. Rehfeus, on his return from vacation in Colorado and Texas, bid in third Monroe, recently vacated by Bro. Hill. Allen Ray, from the M. C., is relieving on sec- ond at Monroe, while Bro. Humphries is on a trip West. Vienna is now on bulletin. Bro. Sid Wilson bid in third Tecumseh Jet. Ex-Bros. Earl Huffman and Red Wilson, at Xorvell, both received raises in the last schedule. It’s about time they showed their appreciation of this by getting up-to-date. L. M. Bowen, former agent at Jasper, bid in Petersburg agency. There has been altogether too much doubling up on this division lately. Emergencies do not occur every other week. Boys, help us to get thoroughly organized and get in the delinquents, instead of grumbling at conditions you are creating yourselves, by hanging back, and taking every cent up-to-date brothers secure for you by standing firm. Hu., Cert. 373. Lynn V. Vermillion, Alternate Div. No. 130. Eastern Division — Bro. J. J. Schroeder is working second Madison, vice Mr. Hall, and Bro. Sidney Sheppard is at Bay View. Digitized by c.ooole

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928 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. C. V. Greene, third North East, on a vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. Hillgruber. Bro. E. J. Kane, Erie depot second, on sick list several days, was relieved by C. J. Sweitzer, who L. E. Buckles: Alternate Div. No. 130. later went to Conneaut as register clerk for third brakeman. Bro. Gifford, of P. & E. Crossing third, who relieved Bro. H. L. Cantrick, while off getting mar- ried, was relieved by Mr. Bonnell. Bro. Jim Clavin, second Canadaway, was off a few days. During the recent floods in Pennsylvania and Ohio, quite a number of P. R. R. and Erie R. R. trains were detoured over this division, around washouts and flooded territory. A smoker was held at Erie, Pa., the evening of May ad, by the O. R. T. boys and Order of Rail- way Signalmen. “RU.” Chicago, Burlington A Quincy R. R. SYMPATHY APPRECIATED. The many kind, loving tributes paid to our beloved husband and father in the March Teleg- grapher, and all the expressions of sympathy and love shown in every way, not only from our friends of the Burlington, but other roads, has certainly been a comfort to us. It has made us feel that his life and his work has been appreciated. We try to comfort ourselves with the beautiful thought of the writer who said: We can not say, and we will not say, That he is dead; he is just away With a submissive smile, and a wave of the hand He has entered into that better land, And left us thinking how very fair It needs must be since he lingers there; And we, O we, who so fondly yearn For the welcome step and the glad return. Think of him living on as dear In the land of there as the land of here. Lillian- B. Lamb, Olga Lamb Rat. Relay Division — Assignments on bulletins: Nos. 69, A. F. Buck; 70, H. M. Van Horn; 71, F. J. Peoples; 72 , W. F. Reiley. As you have seen fit to again choose me for your local chairman, and also delegate to the con- vention, I wish to thank you for the honor be- stowed, and for your support during the past, with the hope that the next two years will be as fully successful. Our membership is now at the high water mark, and it is through your co- operation that this has been accomplished, we still have a little room for missionary work west of the river, but presume as soon as we get an assistant local chairman in that territory things will brighten up. Hereafter a member securing an application will be given credit for $1 to apply on his dues, and any amount exceeding dues for one term will be paid in cash by the general secretary; this should be an extra inducement for some of our members to get to work and pay their dues by securing applications. G. R. Marks, Alternate Div. No. 130. On February aist, Bros. Conrad, Caples and Haines, of “GO” office, were sent to Galesburg to help out during the sleet storm that disabled all wires east of that point. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 929 Jack Campbell and “M,” of Great Northern general office, passed through Chicago the latter part of February, and called on the boys in “GO,” sorry we can not list them as brothers. P. H. Gibbons, Alternate Div. No. 130. Messrs. Thiehoff and Bell, St. Joe, dispatching for five years or more, have been put back in the telegraph office. We now expect them to join the O. R. T. They are working schedule positions which have been raised $5 since vacated by them. Bro. Neal, from Beardstown, spent a day in Chicago on business recently. Bro. Caples, who worked extra in “GO,” has accepted a position on the Alliance Division at Seneca, Neb. Sorry to have him leave the relay division. It has been rumored that “OX” office and “G” are to be consolidated. We hope the boys west of the river will get busy and send in some notes for the journal occa- sionally. J* J* R* Aurora Division — At the meeting in Hotel Arthur, Aurora, 111., April 12th, 8 p. m., forty-three members were present. Bro. J. F. Carder, general chairman; J. H. Rogers, general secretary and treasurer; W. B. Schrunk, local chairman, La Crosse Division; Bro. Craig, president Cort Club, Chicago, and our good friend and Bro. G. Dal Jones, of Division No. 91, were the speakers of the evening. It is expected that as big a crowd will be present at Mendota, April 26th. Bro. E. F. Todd, local chairman, left on May 10th to attend the grand convention at Baltimore. Bro. C. M. Salander, second Sandwich, was called home, April 1st, to attend the funeral of his grandmother at Princeton, 111. He was relieved by Mr. Ford, of Buda, 111. Bro. Toney Boyle, of Somonauk tower, on a few weeks’ vacation visiting friends in Iowa, was re- lieved by Mr. James. Bro. O. F. Butler, third Waynet, bid in the relief agency on this division. Bro. Pahaley, agent Mt. Morris, bid in Eola, 111., agency. Bro. Sherrick, third Shabbona, was off a few days on account of sickness. Bro. Chas. Daniels, of La Salle, 111., is one of our new members. We hope to line-up most of the nons on the Fox River by fall. Brothers, let us all get after the nons on this branch, and line them up. Let us also give the company the best we have in us, and show that we appreciate the increases given us. Bro. L. M. Long and wife, of Sandwich, visited relatives in Grand Rapids, Mich., April 1st. Work has started on the new depot at Earlville, and the ground for the new depots at Sandwich and Plano will soon be broken also. Cert. 14. A. L. Hughes, Delegate Div. No. 132. Galesburg Division — SPECIAL NOTICE. Brothers filing applications with superintendent of telegraph for position in relay department, must send general chairman a copy of same. Do not neglect this, it is important. Digitized by Google

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930 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bros. Norcross, Hock Island; H. C. Johnson, Henderson; B. E. Quinn, Peoria; L. Graham, Avon; R. E. Jordan, Portal; G. A. Adams, Augusta, and B. S. Waite, Joslin, are our seven B. F*. Wheeler, Delegate Div. No. 132. new members. This looks good, but it’s not half as good as it ought to be. Your responsibility does not cease when your dues are paid. Brothers, indi- vidual work is the only thing that will ever get us anywhere. Get busy. It’s in the “GT” divi- sion men to double this list. Bro. Leo. Antcrim bid in Farmington second; Bro. Elmer Adams second Clinton; Bro. N. W. Jordan, third Lewistown, and Mr. Reynolds, Joy agency. Castleton is now on bulletin. Bro. Glen A. Willis, Golden, was a Peoria visi- tor, April 13th. It is sincerely hoped that this issue of The Telegrapher will find every delinquent paid up. The earnest far-sighted brothers who did not re- ceive an increase this time are all paid up. Why are you with the increases hanging back? * Bro. Walker, “WA,” “GT,” is working extra “YD” second; Bro. Botkin relieving Chittenden, and Bro. Chinn relieved at Graham by Mr. Sher- man; Graham is relieving Bro. Mullen, third. Knoxville, Paloma, Erie, Briar Bluff and Hen- derson third, discontinued on account of lighten- ing up of traffic. Our old friend VanClute is back on first “DS,” after an extended vacation in California. “39” sounds mighty natural to the first trick men, and we welcome Van back. The warm, bright days are inviting and it’s tough inside, but don’t forget your office call. I have in mind a train being delayed half an hour because of dispatcher’s inability to raise a certain office in fifteen minutes steady calling. Bro. Koch, Clinton, now back on third, after re- lieving Bro. Walsh, resigned. Clinton is now solid. Bro. Wad dill, first Barstow, has been appointed correspondent for the north end. Brothers, please send him your notes not later than the 23d of the month, as he must prepare and get them to me by the 26th, otherwise they will not get in The Telegrapher. p J. Graves, Local Chairman. Galesburg Division, North End — Bro. Anseth, second Alpha, has resigned to go West and try his hand at farming. This position now on bulletin. Bro. Anseth has always kept the north end well represented in the journal, and we are all sorry to sec him leave, but wish him success in his new vocation. Bro. Waddill. first Barstow succeeds him as correspondent. Let him know* of the changes at your stations. Bro. B. S. Wait is relieving W. C. Goudy. Bro. Jones is on Plum River tower third. Mr. Garrity bid in Henderson third. Bro. Gilland, at Savanna yard, was relieved a few days by Bro. J. B. Spratt nights there. Bro. Clark promoted to cashier East Moline. Bro. McGraw moved from third to second. Foner Reese, second Henderson, who relieved Agent Garden Plain several days, was relieved by C. L. Turner, while on the sick list. J. H. Williams, Delegate Div. No. 132. Bro. Young, foner relay office Galesburg, while at Aurora two weeks, was relieved by N. H. Burk- halter. Mr. Evcrtt, 17th St., Rock Island, was off sev- eral weeks on account of sickness. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 931 Two “fellows” on this end imagine they are too old to carry a card. That is one kind of an ex- cuse. Bro. Lindell is back from Orion to his old position at Erie. M. H. Martin, Delegate Div. No. 132. Some of the boys on this end, who received a good substantial raise, did not renew their cards. Committees should note this for future reference. Bro. Donahey, first Briar Bluff, resigned, went farming; Miss Cornwall on first, and Miss Bennett bids in second. Bro. Carroll, agent Hillsdale, has been promised a new depot in the near future. Wanted — Application blanks at Santa Fe tower. J. O. Guyer, third Barstow, is erecting a new residence on -Maple Avc. there. Read Mr. Worden’s bulletin No. 90, of March 26th, in regard to “Safety First.” This should be carefuly considered. L. C. W., Cert. 1851. Galesburg Division, Peoria Branch — SPECIAL NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria on Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Streets, beginning at 1 p. m. All members of the Order of Railroad Telegra- phers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. Local Chairman. Galesburg Divison , Peoria Branch Notes — Bro. R. B. Bowers, agent Maquon, wife and child visited home folks at Clinton, Iowa, Sunday recently. Bro. B. E. Quinn, Northwestern local office Peoria, resigned, is now with the Big Four at Urbana, 111., in the dispatcher’s office. Bro. H. L. Hobson, now with the C. & A. at Marshall, passed through Peoria a few weeks ago. Bro. Elsen, C. & A. Blooming relay, visited home folks in Peoria on Sunday, April 13th. Agent Bartlett now has a car to transfer Peo- ria merchandise to the other twelve roads. This freight has heretofore been hauled by teams. The change makes it possible to handle both in and out-bound freight more promptly. A meeting was held at the Rock Island passen- ger station by the local members Sunday, April 13th, to organize a club. The members are very enthusiastic over the prospects of having a real live organization in our city within the next few months. The Burlington was represented by Farris, Sissen and Rixey; the Rock Island by Bros. Wilson, Thompson, Andrews and Sumners; -the North Western by Bro. Quinn, and the C.. & A. by Bro. Elson, of Bloomington. There is little doubt but that we can support a club and start with twenty or twenty-five members if every member will put forth his best efforts. Such an organization will benefit both ourselves and the Order. Bro. Sleeter, of the C. & A., can be re- lied on to help us, also Bro. McNcff, of the Big F. A. Boswell, Delegate Div. No. 132. ‘our, former local organizer of the railroad lerks. A closer acquaintance is necessary to secure the est results on the different roads in this vicinity, nd knowing each other personally will give us Digitized by Google

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932 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ik the opportunity of using a more compact mem- bership toward the goal of solid organization. Inactivity is a very weak link in the chain of endeavor. Those who do not attend meetings W. W. Tedder, Delegate Div. No. 13a. become indifferent. Our success depends solely upon the membership giving its best efforts and support to the cause that is taking care of our interests. Your attention is called to the special notice heading these items of the meeting to be held at Peoria on Sunday, June 1, 1913. This will be a great opportunity for the Burlington brothers to meet those from the other lines, and members of the Quincy and Peoria branches are especially urged to attend and have a representa- tion of the Burlington of which we need not be ashamed. By turning to the write-ups of other roads you will notice that the members of all coming into Peoria have been invited to this meeting. D. G. R., Cert. 928. Ottumwa Division — Bro. A. H. Ostrich goes from Danville to Ba- tavia agency, Bro. E. L. Martin from third to second West Burlington, and Bro. F. C. Lister from extra second to regular third there; Bro. A. L. Goltry to New London third, Russell being closed April 1st; Bro. M. Hayes from Beckwith second to Lockridge third on account of station closing; Bro. W. C. Moore to cashier Mt. Pleas- ant freight house, relieved at Glendale agency by Bro. H. C. Zahller, second Thayer, closed for the summer. Bro. C. W. Rider, from the East, gets Maxon agency, no one bidding for it. He has now been transferred to this division and we welcome him to our midst. Two nons on the division are complaining about having to operate a street-crossing sate in connection with their other duties, but they have not yet tried “the card route.” “No card, noth- ing doing.” Bro. E. O. Parks, second Batavia, off on account of sickness, relieved by Mr. Swanson, extra. Bro. O. A. French is in “CW,” and Mr. Tallis, chief clerk to Mr. Messenger, is doing1 the dis- patching during the dispatchers* vacations. We hope to see the day in the near future when all the telegraphers and agents will be given a vaca- tion with full pay, same as the dispatchers. I am sure they are just as deserving, as we are all tied down seven days out of the week, and the life of the station agent is just as trying. Keep up the work of organization, and strict compliance to the schedule by all of us will bring about such results. Get right into the business and put your whole soul into it, and it will surprise you what you can do. Don’t just pay your dues and have to be asked several times to do that, but be one of the “live wires.” Individual effort, when coupled up with the grand old Order, will move the biggest load over the hill. Don’t sit idly by and say: “Look at the trainmen and engineers, what they are able to do.” We are just as ini- portant. Any live agent or telegrapher could handle a train as conductor within a very short time and get over the road, too. All we need to J. K. McCottbx, Delegate Div. No. 13a. do is to keep our cards up to date and every man have a card. Bro. O. Starbuck, agent Woodburn, Iowa, has been appointed assistant local chairman. Any Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 933 correspondence from him should have attention. He has a supply of application blanks and is ready and willing to help you. Any news items addressed to Bro. Starbuck or the undersigned Thos. Sasser, Alternate Div. No. 13a. will be given attention and appreciated. Any- one wishing a list of nons on the division can have it for the asking. We would be glad to have anyone get this list and go to work on them. We are glad to notice the interest Bro. W. C. Harrell, agent Cainsville, Mo., is taking in the matter. He is the only Missourian we have on this division. He believes in “showing” the other fellow. Be a booster. Kick, but don’t knock. Fraternally, E. A. Brand, L. C. St. Joseph Division — Bro. Mapes, Gentry, is on vacation, relieved by Extra Agent Bro. Fewson. Bro. Dunlap, from Nishna, bid in Worth, re- lieved at Nishna by Extra Agent Bro. W. F. Seevers, relieved on second Armour by Bro. C. G. Conard. Later Bro. Dunlap was taken sick at Worth and relieved by Bro. D. D. Cranor, re- lieved on Waldron third by A. Boyer. L. A. Rudisill was at Lamoni during the Latter Day Saints* convention. Bro. E. P. Turney, first Curzons, was off re- cently, owing to the death of relatives. Bro. D. W. Smith, from St Joe relay, and two friends, duck hunting at Rushville recently, had fisherman’s luck and returned disgusted. Bro. Jesse Hull, tower 58, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. C. G. Conard. Bro. J. H. Cole, first Armour, on three weeks’ vacation to California, was relieved by Bro. R. I. Gillis, from third tower 46, and he by Bro. Otto Whalen, from third Armour. Bro. J. S. Gardner has resumed on second Armour, after being off two months with pneumonia. It is now Bro. V. H. Conard, Rushville. Beverly, Weston, Armour and Rushville depots are being repaired. H. L. Spaulding is now agent for the C. R. I. & P. at Kenmore, Mo. Bro. H. F. Miller, of Brookfield relay office, visited friends in Rushville, Mo., recently. Bro. V. H. Conard, of Amazonia, on a recent Sunday came to Rushville on No. 14, which goes through there at about thirty miles an hour. Jack proceeded to unload himself and the section men are still finding fragments of his Easter suit. Bros. Hickman, of Payne, and Jefferies, of Corning, are frequent Hamburg visitors. Bro. J. Hayward, Council Bluffs third, visited relatives in Hamburg recently. Bros. Hays, third Ham- burg, and Jefferies, third Corning, are contem- plating a trip to California. Bro. E. P. Stewart, of Hamburg, is now at South Omaha. Bro. L. V. Ockerman and family visited Omaha on a recent Sunday, taking in the sights after the cyclone. Some of the boys are delinquent, which makes a bad showing for our division. Brothers, this is wrong. You should pay up, get in line and support your new officers, who need your help to carry on the good work. The new passenger sta- tion at Hamburg will be strictly modern. Bros. C. G. Davis, Alternate Div. No. 132. Arnold, Warnstaff and Hays have a smile that won’t wear off. Remember the slogan: “No card, no favors.” Red IIuffer. Digitized by Google

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934 The Railroad Telegrapher. Alliance Division — Bro. McReynolds is now at Pringle station. This position will probably be bulletined in the near future. R. E. Brown, Alternate Div. No. 132. Extra Agent Bro. Harklcroad, who relieved Bro. Powell while attending the general committee in Omaha, is now at Halsey. Bro. Stevenson, who relieved Bro. Hollenbeck, Rockford, a short time, was relieved by Mrs. Stevenson at Nahant. Bro. Gadient is again able to be at his post at Hot Springs. Bro. Jerry Davis is under the doctor’s care at Merna, Neb. Our list of up to dates now includes Bros. Mickel, Pluma, S. D.; Wagner, Englewood, S. D., and Bccklcr, Crawford, Neb. We are keeping the membership right up to the scratch, and the delin- quents are very few. Sister Sharp bid in third Marsland, and Mr. Fleming, Bingham agency, he being the only bid- der. We are glad to sec Bro. Caples back at Seneca again. V. H. Ough goes back to Whitman third. Div. Cor. McCook Division — Recent assignments are: Bro. L. T. Harding, agent Long Island, Kan.; S. H. Cole, telegrapher Brush, Colo.; Bro. C. J. Hitt, second Roggen, Colo., and Bro. V. H. Hardman, third Holdrege, Neb. Bro. B. Beard, Arapahoe, is off thirty days, relieved by W. P. Carty. Bro. O. A. Bloom has returned to work, after an extended trip in Old Mexico and Texas, re- lieved by Mr. Mitchell, who went to Muma. Bro. Hardesty is on third Keensburg, and Bro. Sullivan on second, while Bro. Cahill is on his claim. Bro. Manning went to the Sterling Division as agent. Mr. Furgerson is back at Wray, after over a year’s leave of asbence. We will be glad to have him come in with us again. There are a few of the .brothers who have not taken out their new cards. This is very bad, as it takes up the time of all of us that should be given the nons. Please make a special effort to get in line by next pay-day. If there is a non working with or near you. drop me a card and I will help you line him up, as we must be thoroughly organized to accomplish our desire of being 100 per cent strong. There are new questions coming up that must be met in our organization, and it behooves us to be prepared at all times. An organization will not run itself. Each must do his part, work for the good of the Order all the time and all work to- gether. Ere this appears we will he busy in another convention. Division 130 will have seventeen delegates. As we should have twenty-three, you F. T. Murray, Alternate Div. No. 132. see it behooves us all to get busy and get in the nons and delinquents. Don t get lukewarm until we arc going in after another revision and then get in just because you think by so doing you are entitled to more help. Digitized by vjOO^LC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 935 What we need is members 365 days each year, paid up in advance. That will give us all time to land on the others who are not in. See the point. Fraternally, C. R. Hunt. Atlantic Coast Line R. R. At the meeting of local chairmen, held in Savannah, Ga., on Wednesday, April 16th, Bro. B. F. Wheeler was re-clccted general chairman; Bro. J. H. Williams was re elected general secre- tary and treasurer, and Bros. J. L. Bridgers and W. A. Hollahan w'ere re-elected members of the general committee. It was also voted to continue the general committee with only three members, but with the proviso that all the local chair- men will be called in consultation whenever a new schedule is to be framed, so that all parts of the system can have their representatives present and say what his constituents want. It was voted to increase the semi-annual dues to $5.50, commencing with the last term of the present year. Members remitting for new cards for July 1st, will therefore remit $5-50 instead of $5 as heretofore. The committee decided to ask the members to donate the half month’s increase received in April, to recuperate our treasury and get it back in first- class financial condition, so we can make an aggres- sive campaign to land the balance of the nons. There are only two districts that we consider are in bad shape, and am sure the new local chairmen on those districts are going to make a good show- ing in a short time. One of the most pleasant features of the Savan- nah meeting was the presentation of a handsome Waterman fountain pen to Bro. Wheeler, and a nice union made hat to Bro. Williams, the presen- tation speech being made by Bro. Pixley, of the Waycross District. Bro. Wheeler thanked the committee for himself and the general secretary and treasurer for this thoughtful and appreciative act of the general committee. The meeting was a most harmonious one, and will, we believe, be of great benefit to those attend- ing and to their constituents. Some misunder- standings were cleared up, and am sure the new local chairmen will now get down to work with the determination to make their districts the best on the system, and with twelve live men work- ing toward this end you may bet there is going to be some immediate results shown. Cert. THE NEW SCHEDULE. General negotiations were completed in Jack- sonville, Fla., April 18th. A distributive increase of 8 per cent was se- cured, effective April 15th, and was distributed by the officials and the local chairmen as they felt the needs of the positions required. We hope the distribution will be satisfactory. The committee did what it thought was right, and is willing to stand for any mistakes that may have been made. The overtime rate was raised to 35 cents an hour, and the hours of service reduced to ten at A. R. Campbell, Alternate Div. No. 133. one-man stations, with the proviso that he can be held on one hour longer, without overtime, to meet a passenger train. Eight consecutive hours constitute a day’s work at all offices working three or more men. This affects all the larger offices. Digitized by VjOO^LC

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936 The Railroad Telegrapher. On behalf of the committee, I wish to thank the membership for the loyal support given us during the negotiations, and to further ask that you con- tinue this kind of support and we will do our Second District — To All Members W ay cross and Montgomery Dis- tricts: Please accept my sincere thanks to you. for selecting me as your representative to the grand convention, which convenes in Baltimore this yea t. It is my sincere desire that you may never find it necessary to regret doing so. I would be glad to hear from as many as possible of you. as to your wishes, as I feel that I am under many obligations to you. Fraternally, A. L. Hughes, Cert. 98, Glcnmore, Ga. Lakeland District — The increase secured on last schedule has been distributed as equably as possible, in accordance with the amount of work at each place. The com- mittee did the best it could with the 8 per cent secured, and nothing more should be expected of it. Now let us show our employers that we appre- ciate. this increase, by rendering them the best service our abilities are capable of. Answer the dispatchers as promptly as possible. Give them correct “OS,” and reduce the number of com- plaints in regard to having to be called so long. We have as good a schedule now as any road in the South. Let’s protect it by faithful work. L. A. Miller, Delegate Div. No. 136. best for you. Be on the job all the time, and stand for your convictions. Send us the April increase, if you have not done so, and help us get in all the nons on your district. Yours fraternally, J. H. Williams, G. S. and T.. First Divis\ona Richmond District — L. B. Beazley, of “BG” office, Petersburg, Va., is now manager of a telegraph school, with four students, at $1 each per week, the oldest having been under his instruction for five or six months. With this one exception, we are solid in Peters- burg and vicinity. Your correspondent did not know of the existence of this school heretofore, or it would not have passed unnoticed so long. If. E. Merritt, chief clerk to the superintendent at Richmond, has resigned to enter other business. Mr. Merritt is well-known over the entire system, being a first class telegrapher, and for some time a member of the Order, a friend to the boys and liked by everybody. We all regret to lose him from our midst, and wish him much success in his new field. Bro. T. T. Short, of Battleboro, was recently married, but have been unable to learn the name of the lucky young lady. Congratulations and best wishes of the boys on this district are ex- tended to the happy couple. D. C. E. E. Lei set. Alternate Div. No. 136. All the nons received practically the same in- crease as members. See that they are reminded of this as frequently as possible, until they do the right thing, by handing in their applications for membership in the Order. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 937 Floral City agency transferred from Bro. W. E. Handlittle to A. A. Whittle, the former going to Dale City agency, vice Bro. R. O. Bowden. \V. F. McLendon taking Martel agency. Frank Woodside, Alternate Div. No. 137. Florence Villa agency transferred to A. M. Smith, relief agent. Bro. W. D. Harnage, agent Trilby, who re- lieved Bro. W. R. Lott, while at the Savan- nah, Ga., general meeting, and at Jacksonville helping to divide the increase, is now on vacation. Bro. R. W. Edwards, third Trilby, is being re- lieved by Frank Harnage, from second Croom. Dist. Cor., Cert. 1265. “Big Four” Ry. NOTICE. A meeting will be held at Peoria, 111., Sunday, June 1, 1913, at Trades Assembly Hall, corner Fulton and Adams Streets, beginning at 1 p. m. All members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers of any road are urged to attend. D. G. Rixey, Asst. L. C., Galesburg Division, of Division 130. St. Louis Division, East — The floods did great damage on this division, especially between Waver and St. Mary, but busi- ness is again back to normal. Bro. J. S. Stanton, relieving Bro. C. E. Ken- nedy, agent Sanford, on vacation in Colorado, was relieved on third St. Mary by Bro. Stanton. Bro. G. O. Byrd bid in second Duane, Sanford agency is the only job now open. Several of the boys were sent to the P. & E. east, to help out while some of the others roads were detouring trains over this line. A general talk under the head of “Good of the Order” was the only subject discussed at the last meeting. Several of the brothers were unable to attend, as there was no service to Paris. Bro. O. M. Beck, second Lova, was relieved sev- eral days, while his sister was sick, by Bro. R. F. Sexton. Boys, don’t fail to send me all the news you have or can get by the 20th of each month. * . G. C. W., Cert. 981. Indianapolis Division — Our write-up for the April journal failed to reach St. Louis in time for publication, as there was no mail, owing to the flood, which sure put this division “on the bum.” No trains for two days, and then nothing but local passenger and work trains. Bro. Bodenmiller, first Harrisville, was off sev- eral days on account of the sickness of his father, and Bros. Haworth and Warren doubled until relieved by Mr. Key, who later relieved Mr. Thomas, third Elroy, while visiting friends in Indianapolis. Mr. Hoffman, second Brightwood yard, while off sick, was relieved by Berl Miller, from Eastwood, and he by Mr. Gant. The first trick man at Elroy seems to think the company gave him that last $3.50 raise as a per- B. T. McConchik, Delegate Div. No. 138. sonal favor for meritorious services, as he still refuses to take out a card. Mr. Keener, first at Chesterfield, while off owing to sickness, was relieved by Bro. Quigley, from the D. & R. G. Digitized by v^ooQle

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938 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Sparks, of Mix, visited at his home in Anderson for a few days recently, relieved by Mr. Shumaker. Bro. Beeson, third Ansonia, off a few days sick, was relieved by Mr. Slyder. Edward Whalen, Delegate Div. No. 138. Mr. Stevens is back at Anderson depot. Mr. Allison, who relieved him while off sick, has re- turned home. Mr. Jackson, second Gretna, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Moon. Bro. H. C. Young, of the N. P., from East Helena, Mont., and wife visited Indianapolis re- cently. Bro. Young says give his best to all his old friends. Everybody is wondering now, when they are going to get their pay. Somebody had better "OS” the pay car pretty soon, or I will have to give up, for I’m only about a half minute ahead of the sheriff now. The boys are all working and saving their money to take a fishing trip this summer. Bro. Heckerman bid in first Ansonia, and Bro. Beeson, third, so everybody is satisfied. Bro. Kerr, agent Houston, is back at Houston agency, Bro. Simmons going back to Lamb again. Mr. Hiatt bid in third Winchester. Keep re- minding him of that promise to get a card as soon as he got a regular job. Bros. Weekly and Olvey had to double a day or two at Connor lately, on account of Mr. Hatcher’s wife being sick. Bro. Jenkins, off helping to audit the books, was relieved by Bro. Weekly, who also relieved Bro. Newfarmer, at Muncie depot, while attending a funeral. Bro. Flinn, second Hart, who was relieved by Mr. Allison, while taking in the irraagrxraijon. sent several of the boys cards, and from the way he talks he must have had some time. Bro. McAlhaney, second "SO,” Anderson, off several days sick, was relieved by “Pete" Stamm. Mr. Lister, off on account of sickness, was re- lieved a few days at Taft by Mr. Blanchard. T. D. Smith, second Post, relieved while on sec- ond Fortville by Mr. Gant. Kindell is relieving Fouts on first Fortville. Berl Miller, third Eastwood is on third Bright- wood yard, vice Hahn, resigned. Mr. Ferree bid in Belt Junction. Mr. Connelly, of the dispatcher’s office at Bellc- fontaine is taking a trip through the West, re- lieved by Mr. Binegar. There is the same old bunch on this division, "always going to get a card next pay day.” If we can not make them make their word good, then we will have to make it strictly "No card, no favors.” "The Doctor." Cleveland Division — The regular monthly meeting at Cleveland, in April, was postponed, no trains running and no way for the brothers to get back home after the meeting, which we hope will not occur again. This division is just getting back to normal con- ditions again, after the flood and was, I think, the first division to get trains through, the worst E. P. Jenkins, Delegate Div. No. 138. washouts being at Vermillion River, Hiles and the track between Marion and Larue. St. James, Ashley and Leonardsburg have been closed nights, until business picks up on the south Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 939 end, Bro. Collins, second “BR,” displacing C. Henry, second Cardington, who took third Vernon; Bro. Humphreys taking second “VN;” Mr. Gal- lagher, third “BR,” displacing Bro. Todhunter, A. J. Hornung, Delegate Div. No. 138. third Crestline; Bro. Bogan, second “ND,” not settled yet. Bro. W. B. Elliott has returned to Ashley from his vacation. “Bill” is some vaudeville performer, and has been out on the road with a troop. Bro. J. F. McCartney is also back after a month’s vacation. Mr. Maring, third Galion, took second Linndalc. Bro. Snowberger, second leverman Shelby, is on ninety days,’ leave, on account of ill health. Hope to soon see “Snowy” back again; relieved by Mr. Coltman. Bro. Fred Holcomb, second Berea, is on first there, while Mr. Murray is off. Would like to see more of the brothers come out to the meetings, and also send in your news items, as the local chairman can not keep track of all the changes without the assistance of all the boys. All get busy, and let’s have a good write-up every month, and don’t forget the non working next to you. Cert. 1123. Cincinnati-Sandusky Dhnsion — Flood conditions have made it nearly impossi- ble to get in communication with any of the brothers to get any items. Remember, boys, if you wish a write-up each month you must keep me posted. Situated as I am, I hear but little. Bro. R. D. Irwin, third Glen Echo, has moved his family from Wellston to Tremont. He had quite an experience getting there on account of the flood. We welcome the brother and his good wife in our midst. Bro. J. R. Teach, formerly of Glen Echo third, who bid in Evan third, later bid in London sec- ond. J. P. Shields, who relieved him, later filled up with the “oil of gladness,” ran his wife out of the house with a butcher knife and got locked up. He is not a member of the O. R. T. Bro. H. C. Butler, who was relieving Mr. Harrison at Enon, recently on second Cold Springs, was sent to Glen Echo third. Bro. Crist, second Enon, has succeeded in bag- ging quite a few ducks this spring. Enon citizens say he always goes hunting immediately after pay-day. Rather suggestive. Interlocker at west end was put out of service lately by a car being derailed. Mr. Keever bid in first Simms. Third Osborn still on bulletin. Bro. Jay Lytle, first Carey, is reported going into a decline. We never knew him to decline anything in Springfield. Recent assignments are: Third M. C. Jet. to Bro. C. O. Delph; first Carlisle Jet., Mr. Danica; second Draw Bridge, E. C. Connor; third Enon, J. E. Long; second Springfield yard, G. F. Hertel; first Brooks, Bro. C. A. Slagle; third Avenue, Bro. D. S. Harp; third Silver Creek, Bro. Earl Lee; one trick dispatcher’s office, G. M. Hench; Gravel pit temporarily, Bro. C. D. Jenkins. Bro. Cecil Downs, Marysville days, is relieving the agent during the latter’s illness, relieved by G. F. Hertel. L. F. Armstrong, Delegate Div. No. 138. Bro. J. M. Meehan, third Springfield yard, was off a few days recently owing to the serious ill- ness of his mother. We wish her a speedy re- covery. Digitized by v^ooQle

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940 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Jesse McFarland, third Dover, was called home to Jamestown, Ohio, recently by the sudden death of his mother. He has our sympathy. During the recent flood many railway men in all departments of the service did noble rescue F. G. Mayer, Alternate Div. No. 138. work, calling for daring and bravery, and we are glad to know that members of our organization who were tried were not found wanting. None deserve more favorable mention than Bro. H. B. Hendryx, first Urbana, Ohio. While that place was not stricken, it was the dumping ground for the Pennsylvania and Erie Railroads. Several passengers, in their frenzy to get to their friends in the stricken cities, got that far. Shortly after a troop of soldiers arrived there it was noised around that they were going to prevent these stranded people from leaving. Bro. Hendryx im- mediately got into communication with the com- manding officer. Major Bell, who addressed the crowd, denying the rumor and averting a serious riot that might have resulted m a great loss of life. Major Bell says all honor is due to Bro. Hendryx for calling his attention to the rumor. Bro. R. A. Ashen felter, first West End, who was marooned at Durbin several days during the flood, along with others, prevented the time from dragging heavily by entertaining them with a number of vocal selections. As the brother has a very fine voice, it was no doubt a treat. Bro. C. W. Moore and Bro. Clarence Glass, first and second Miamisburg, had their household goods badly damaged and were obliged to move. We have not heard how our old-time friend and brother, Decon Smith, of Miamisburg, fared, but hope that “all is well” with him. Bro. Gallagher, first Draw Bridge, was a pris- oner in the tower two days. Bro. McWilliams, second, and Bro. Raff, third Ur- bana, procured a boat to do rescue work. Bro. Hendryx reminded them that neither of them could ride the water wagon a block, so what could they do with a boat? Bro. L. F. Armstrong, our genial local chair- man and delegate to the Baltimore convention, we understand, tried to convince Mrs. A. rt>at it was unnecessary for her to accompany him, but they left together on May 9th. “Red” is a smooth one, but apparently wasn’t smooth enough to work that game. Be sure to be at the June meeting. Promoter Webber, first “YK,” has secured the signatures of Young Roberts, first Dover, and Kid Stewart, first Glen Echo, for a ten-round bout. It will be refereed by the youngest referee known to the fistic world, Bro. Harvey, of Mauds. Both these youngsters are very promising and a good bout is assured, as several yoke of oxen have been secured to drag the principals into the ring. Dad. Cairo Division — We are all very sorry to learn of the death of Bro. G. W. Thomas, first Allendale, who was drowned there owing to the recent high water. Most of the Vincennes branch between St. Francisville and Vincennes was badly damaged G. W. Sim icons. Alternate Div. No. 138. or entirely destroyed by the flood, and about six miles of track was washed out between Mt. Car- mel and Evansville, no trains being run for over two weeks. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 941 Bro. E. G. Ault, first Trimble tower, who was recently married and passed the cigars around, worked second in the dispatcher’s office for a few days, relieving Bro. “KX,” Hendrick. F. P. Irwin, Alternate Div. No. 138. The meeting held at Red Men’s Hall, Paris, 111., April 6th, was well attended and much im- portant business transacted, including the adop- tion of a new set of by-laws, suggested by Bro. Tingley, of Midland. These meetings are now a regular thing, the first Monday night in each month. Don’t forget the date and come. Bro. Lew Gilkerson, third St. Francisville, i3 haying his troubles now with the work trains, slow orders, etc. Bro. Benson, Rose tower, expects to leave shortly and become a cowboy on a ranch in Mon- tana. We all smile when we imagine him astride a bucking broncho. Third trick dispatcher’s office is on bulletin. There is plenty of good, “hard” timber to work on around that terminal. A third man has been put on at Mt. Carmel passenger station, owing to increased business and high water, Bro. Harry Fry taking it temporarily. We are glad to report this division in better shape than for years. Many are taking an inter- est and getting in members. There are only a few nons left around Danville. Cert. 556. Resolved, That we bow in humble submission to His will, and can but express our deep sorrow in the loss sustained; and be it further Resolved, By the members of the Cairo Divi- sion, of System Division 138, that we extend to the bereaved family our earnest sympathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. B. McConchie, H. D. Blakeman, M. G. Lambdin, Committee. Grand Rapids & Indiana Ry. Northern Division — Agent A. E. Send, Antrim, off a few days visiting at Sutton’s Bay, was relieved by Relief Agent Graves. R. M. Reddick, a new man, is agent at Walton Jet., vice A. F. Bosse, now on first there, Mr. Albright on second and Mr. Barto on third. Bro. F. G. Reed, agent Brutus, spent a day recently in Prtoskey on business. Bro. H. F. Mead, third “MC” Mackinaw City, relieved Bro. Poole a few days on second there. Bro. C. O. Babcock relieved at “FN” siding nights by Mr. Shue, after visiting a few days at his home in Harbor Springs, relieved F. A. Gruntz on third at “NY” North yard, Cadillac, off sick. Zachariah Mitchell, Alternate Div. No. 138. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to remove from our midst our beloved brother, G. W. Thomas; therefore be it Bro. W. S. Plummer, second Reed City to sec- ond Pellston, relieving C. E. Johnson, who gets Manton days, vice Mr. Ketcbum, resigned. Bio. M. A. Richardson, agent Boyne Falls, gets sec- Digitized by Google

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942 The Railroad Telegrapher. ond Reed City, relieved by E. G. Widger, from Walton Jet. Bro. P. L. Bowman, third Petoskey, is contem- plating a trip through the West shortly. We W. S. McGeoch, Delegate Div. No. 140. all wish him a pleasant vacation. L. D. Thomas, second Petoskey, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Stebbins. Bro. H. C. Daley, third Boyne Falls, off a few days on account of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Wagner. I have not received any notes yet, but am living in hopes, and I find it hard work to fish out all the news for these write-ups by myself. If you boys want to see one in every month’s issue, you will have to get busy and send me some notes. Get these fellows who are not flying the right colors lined up, so we can have some kind of a showing soon. If every member will get a member, it will make things look pretty good by the end of the year. Business is very good now, and we just got a good raise, which will more than pay dues and everything pertain- ing to the Order, so no one is anything out and can’t spring that tune about “not getting enough to live on.’’ If this is the case, get them in line, so we can get enough. Again I say: “Get busy.” ”23.” Trinity & Brazos Valley Ry. It has been many months since this division has had a write-up, due to not having a regular corre- spondent and everybody being taxed to the limit to keep up their railroad duties. Now that the winter rush is over, officers elected and a corre- spondent named, we should be able to have some- thing in the journal every month. Sister C. Smylie, at Iola, was named as correspondent; she has always been a good, loyal member and we can depend on her doing enthusiastic work. Send her all the news you can. The boys, in Teague, especially, should write Sister Smylie each month, as they are in a position to secure all the changes. The recent election for delegate resulted in the election of .Horace Kemble, who received a ma- jority of sixteen votes over D. W. Ramsay. For alternate, N. B. Anderson received a majority ot three votes over D. W. Ramsey, four over J. W. Adams and seven over Horace Kemble. For local chairman lines Teague and north, Horace Kemble received a majority of twelve votes over D. W. Ramsay. For local chairman lines south of Teague, R. E. Evans received a majority of five votes over Wm. Roddy, Jr. At a recent meeting of members at the home of Bro. Kemble, in Teague, the following nominations were made: For general chairman, J. I. Weatherford, Hub- bard, Tex.; J. W. Adams, Mexia, Tex., and Wm. Roddy, Jr., Shiro, Tex. For general secretary and treasurer, N. B. Anderson, Tomball, Tex., for re-election, and N. W. Smith, Teague, Tex. The ballots have been sent out and the result of the election will be published later. At this meeting several other matters were brought up for discussion, and a motion was made O. M. Graham, Delegate Div. No. 140. to pay the dues of all officers of this division; this was first suggested in a letter received from Bro. N. 11. Anderon; a vote will be taken on this proposition. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 943 Business on the road has been falling off rapidly, as it does most every spring and summer, and a big reduction of forces has been going on; nearly all night offices have been closed and quite a E. B. Hill, Delegate Div. No. 14 1. number of the boys, who were enjoying good age on the seniority list, have been forced to seek employment in other parts of the country. T. & B. V. Junction third was pulled off, and Bro. R. V. Smith is looking around to see who he can bump. Second day telegrapher in “GO” pulled off, and Bro. Nelson, who relieved Bro. Kemble a few days, is now relieving Bro. Gormley, at Flynn, who has gone to the old States for thirty or forty days to see the old folks. Bro. Adams, Mexia, off thirty days, is being re- lieved by Bro. N. F. Shipper. Bro. M. M. Cotton, cut off in the reduction made at Hillsboro, will take a much needed rest. Bro. G. E. Tonkin, Newby nights, Grand Divi- sion, who has left on a little individual business venture, promises to be back with us next winter. We hope so, and all wish him much success in his present venture. He was relieved by Sister Ethel Smylie, later taken ill and relieved by Bro. G. H. Kyle, cut off at Dobbin nights. Cleburne nights abolished, and Bro. G. C. Cooper displaced Bro. J. D. Key, of Normangec nights. Bro. Key worked several months in “GO” and made a host of friends. We hated to see him leave, and hope he will keep his promise to come back again. Normangee later closed as a night office, and Bro. Cooper opened up Shiro nights. T. J. Sanders, pulled off at Galveston, relieved Bro. G- F. Barnhill, third Tomball, who took the cashicrship there, which he formerly held several years, relieving Bro. C. W. Weaver, promoted to the cashicrship at Waxahachie, relieving Bro. I. W. Tindle, who secured Cleburne agency, reliev- ing F. W. Weakley, resigned, who was No. 1 on our seniority list. A. C. Hall, Corsicana agency, is now No. 1, the oldest telegrapher on the list. We are mighty glad to see Bro. Tindle get Cleburne agency, because he deserves it and for the division’s sake — this being the third large and exclusive agency that has been given to card men since our latest contract went into effect, April, 1912. The management would not include the larger agencies in our contract, but entered a clause saying that applications on such agencies would be considered, and the officials have made good, having given Teague agency to Bro. F. E. Stevens, Corsicana to Bro. A. C. Hall and Cle- burne to Bro. I. W. Tindle. Sister C. Smylie, in agency work several years and desiring a rest, will give up Iola agency and take a telegraph job. Bro. J. E. Glenn, yard clerk at Teague, is glad business is easing up a bit. Bro. J. I. Maxwell is back in “GO” office again, having been pulled off “HS” general office, Hous- ton nights, where he had been for several months. That “HS” job was another one on which the management made good its promise. The officials would not include “HS” in the contract, but stated A. H. Barnett, Alternate Div. No. 141. they would not go out of the ranks when they needed a man for that office. Bro. A. L. Burton, timekeeper in the superin- tendent's office, desires to get back at the key, and Digitized by Google

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944 The Railroad Telegrapher. will bid in the first good thing that shows up. We will be glad to have him on the line again. Bro. R. E. Evans will make his mark as local chairman if all the boys on the south end will A. Reisinger, Delegate Div. No. 142. lend him a helping hand. There is only one non on that division. The north end has a few nons, but we are in better shape than ever before, with only eight nons on the entire system. Bro. F. Hamilton, second “GO,” is taking up train dispatching. We wish him success. Bro. O. E. Carroll, off on indefinite leave, owing to illness, tried to work a few days in “GO,” but was forced to go back to the hospital at Gal- veston. We hope he will be able to be be with us again soon. C. O. Pressley, third trick dispatcher in “DI,'” is the proud possessor of a fine girl, and wears a smile that won’t come off. Bro. G. W. Maynard, first trick dispatcher in “DI,” is laising spring chickens, and promises the boys a big meal of fried shortly. Bro. T. H. Stanton, Division No. 141, who left a freight clerkship in Teague for first trick teleg- rapher and bill clerk at Corsicana, has transferred to this division. Bro. E. A. D. Clancy, cut off in the reduction, is working his fine farm near Irving, Tex. Bro. J. P. Kelley is visiting his “Aunties and Uncles,” and busting bronchos in New Mexico. We received a card from Bro. L. J. Clark “On his Way,” now in Kansas City. Bro. L. E. Cady, another victim of the cut, is in Strawn, Tex., with the T. & P. The last we heard of Bro. J. C. Cherry, he was in Omaha on his way to Colorado. Bro. R. M. Webb is working for an oil company. Bro. N. W. Smith, lineman Teague, has been doing the extra work on the wrecker, and Bro. D. B. Frost, lineman, is learning the dots and dashes, so he can help out in a pinch. Master Clinton Booth, our messenger boy in “GO,” has a motto, “Be The Boss,” but he always obeys orders. He is progressing fine with his telegraphing and will soon be able to hold a job. He declares he will be a card man or nothing. His father (deceased), Bro. Walter Booth, be- longed to Division No. 25, and once served as delegate to the grand convention. Cbkx. 37- IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been the will of Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call to his heavenly home. Harold, the little son of Bro. and Mrs. E E. Hardie; therefore, be it Resolved , That we, the members of T. & B. V. Division No. 144, of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the bereaved family our sincere and heartfelt sympathy, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be L. B. Babcock, Alternate Div. No. 143. sent to the bereaved family, and a copy to The Telegrapher for publication. D. W. Ramsay, Horace Kemble, R. E. Evans, N. B. Anderson, Committee. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 945 Fort Worth & Denver City Ry. Bro. Sims, agent Kirkland, in the hospital con- valescing after an operation for appendicitis, is improving and will soon be out again. Bro. R. W. Elliott, from Acme, is relieving him. Horace Kemble, Delegate Div. No. 144. Bro. Joe Elliott has returned from Hot Springs, much unproved in health. We are glad to see him at the agent’s desk in “DE” again. One man pulled off at “RN” puts Mr. Hills, cashier, on as first and cashier, Bro. Bresford on second, Bro. Thompson on third and Bro, Harris on extra. Mr. Dougherty, first Childress relieved by Mr. Brubecker, from Memphis, has taken first cashier at Chillicothe, Bro. Rummell going to the I. & G. N. Avondale nights closed until fall. Bro. Grubbs on extra. “A” has been moved from the passenger sta- tion to the freight office, Mr. Newell taking first, Mr. Davis second and Bro. Harill third. Helper has been taken off at Estelline, making a split trick of Bro. Vinyard’s hours. Bro. Daly, third Texline, relieved Mr. Queen, second Channing, owing to latter’s illness. Mr. Queen on his return will take third, now held by Mr. O’Bryant. Bro. Daly relieved by Mr. Cum- mings, from the L. & N. Useless to add he is not in line. Bro. Sides, second Tascosa, has just returned from the hospital at Fort Worth, being off three weeks, relieved by Mr. Wadsworth. Simmons closed and name changed to Gentry. Bro. Walker, agent Claude, off for a month, relieved by Bro. Abbington, from Goodnight, re- lieved by Bro. Herring, second Clarendon, and he by Mr. Wadsworth. Bro. Webster was on the sick list several days. Mr. Holloman returned from Byers to Holliday, being relieved by Bro. Davis, latter relieved by Bro. Primm. Mr. Whittaker, Aspermont, off for two weeks, relieved by a new man. Bro. Plentl will soon be in the new depot at Goree. Another new member has been added to our list. As we have a conference with the manage- ment soon, each one should bend every effort to land the nons. They will be more than willing to share in any benefits we may gain from our efforts at the coming conference, and should help pay for them. The meeting with the management may not be effected possibly before June 1st. In the mean- time, brothers, don’t let the special assessment fail, as it is as necessary to pay this as your dues. Cert. 43. Grand Trunk Western Ry. Six dollars and fifty-seven cents will get you a newt card this month and a $300 life insurance. Remit right away and do not let anything stop you. N. B. Anderson, Alternate Div. No. 144. Owing to the reorganization of the transporta- tion department of the G. T. Ry., our committee was delayed in going to Montreal for schedule negotiations at the date intended, but we were informed by the company that they would not keep us waiting long, so it is now only a matter Digitized by Google

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946 The Railroad Telegrapher. of a few days until the committee will be on the job. The phones are now installed on the main line and will soon be put into service. Then you make dodgers and say “What?” as often as you wish O. D. Gorman, Delegate Div. No. 146. without being called a “ham.” If you are asked How’s No. 999?” (marked “on time” on bulletin board), you quickly step to the desk, gently fasten on the halter, being very careful not to disturb the dispatcher. After waiting half a minute, press the lever and if somebody says “Get off the line” (which of course, according to the rules you do), inform the patient passenger “On time,” with a quick look at the clock, which already says nine minutes late. Through the window you hear several children laughing and talking, and you resume your duties, softly humming “The old oaken bucket, the moss-covered .” And then the phone bell rings. There are now thirty new engines on this divi- sion, but from the way the traffic is increasing several more will soon be needed to keep it moving. The semi-monthly pay bill passed the Michigan House, 76 to 60. Having already passed the Senate, it now goes to the governor for his ap- proval or veto. Bro. J. Clifford worked at the recent Attica wreck, Bro. Vine being called to Capac a few nights before from Emmet, all wires being crossed. Bro. C. J. Dewatter, third State Fair, off sick three weeks, relieved by Mr. Lane, who is a new man. He later relieved Bro. A. E. Buck, second there, while home on a visit. Bro. F. W. Church, second Pontiac, has re- turned from a trip through the South, relieved by Telegrapher Fellows and Bro. E. D. Miller, from Waterford, first and third Waterford doubling. It is now Bro. Hildebridle, agent Goodells, and Bro. Strego at Holly. Bro. Ettinger, third Davis, who was operated on successfully at Flint hospital, will go home until able to work again. Bros. J. W. Dewar. G. E. Flowers, of Capac, Emmett and several of the other boys called to see him at the hospital. Bro. Foster is relieving him. We hope for his speedy recovery. Local Chairman Bro. McNamara, of Drayton Plains, has returned from a successful fishing trip. Telegrapher Weil transferred to third Water- son, vice Telegrapher O'Hara; Bro. C. H. Young transferred to Andersonville second, vice Weil. Boys, show Mr. Weil where to get the up-to- dates. Bro. F. S. Robinson is back on first Holly after a short illness, during which time second and third men were compelled to double. Bro. J. L. Clifford, third Lapeer, has resigned to go farming about a mile north of Emmet. We all regret to see Bro. Clifford leave us, but realize that he can now hang his hoe on the fence at night and tell them all to drive by. Agent Rice, of Davison, has sold his home, and will go to Texas. Bro. Alexendra and Rice had to double until Bro. Foster came. Miss S. D. Taylor, Delegate Div. No. 147. In sending in news items, use the names of towns instead of calls. Brothers on other roads don’t know locations on ours by the calls. The Order of Railroad Telegraphers initiated into the Order during the year 191a, 10,339. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 947 You kickers and knockers, brace up and do your part -with the rest of us, like men. Telegrapher Wardell is now on third Imlay City, vice Bro. Wright on second and Bro. Shea on first. G. A. Johnson, Delegate Div. No. 151. Bro. F. W. Pringle, second Linden, has re- signed. Bro. Granger, of *‘XD,” while off sick was relieved by Telegrapher Smith. Telegrapher Parker, of message wire at Dur- and, is now wire chief in Chicago office. Bro. Thatcher, train wire man at Durand, has resigned and gone to the M. C. We can assure the boys over there that he is a “live wire.” The switch lamps at Studebaker were given over, to the care of maintainer, relieving Bro. Crurtib and Bro. Fero of the work, also of the $4 apiece. The application of E. Marshal, of Evergreen Park, 111., was secured for us by Bro. M. F. Peoples, assistant chairman of Division No. 40. Thanks. Bro. Case w-as off two days recently, relieved by Burdick, of Flint. Bro. J. F. Harrington, first State Fair, off sick five days, relieved by Mr. Galybraith, a new man, now second at Birmingham. Show him the right way. boys. Forward Bro. Case, at Otterburn, your dues for the coming term and you will receive your new card promptly. Help Bro. Case out and save him a lot of extra work by sending in your dues at once. You’ll feel better, so will he. As long as he is willing to do all this work free ot cost, you should show your appreciation hy being prompt. Send your Telegrapher to some non when you are through with it. It may show him where he is in the wrong and make another member for our Order. If we call you a non when you have a card, let us know and we will correct the error. Thanks to the brothers who helped in this write- up. It is very much appreciated. All come again and those who have not helped lend a helping hand now. All men can help each other if they would. But some are only sticks. What are you? Stub. Western Pacific Ry. Do the brothers and sisters of Division 153 intend to work desert jobs for the paltry sum of $70 and $75 per month the rest of their days? What's the answer? Dp you know that the O. R. T. is 75 per cent strong on the Western Pacific, without a schedule or even an official or committee to look after its affairs? Do you know that you are working $20 to $30 cheaper than our Southern Pacific brothers? Why? Wake up! O. C. Benjamin, Alternate Div. No. 151. Nobody was ever ruled off for trying. Let’s call a meeting and elect some officers. The old Bible saying is: “Ye who shall seek, shall find.” No wonder this is known as the “boomer road.” Who wants to work for a mere living? Summer Digitized by Google

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948 The Railroad Telegrapher. is coming; think of the hot days we spend on the desert to “accommodate” our rich stock- holders. We can not start any earlier. Why not now? Let me hear from some other brother. Geo. Giles, Delegate Div. No. 154. Wake up; your are getting stagnant. Do not wait for someone else to start something. Get busy immediately. Think it over. Stop violating the nine-hour law. You know the penalty. Cebt. 720. Western Division, Gerlach, Nei>ada, to Oakland , Cal. — In the year 1911 this road was fairly well organ- ized, about 75 per cent O. R. T., we had hopes of getting lined-up for a schedule and better pay, but our confidence was misplaced in the election of officers, and our affairs were not handled as they should have been. The wages here are small, $64.50 minimum, with only a few jobs better paid, no seniority, no chance to better one’s condition. The time is ripe for every man to get wise to the conditions on this road. We see the trainmen and enginemen with a good schedule, and the section foremen drawing $70 per. The nine-hour law is violated every day, and no complaints made. In case of a slide, a man is taken out of a three-man job, and worked nearly a week with no overtime, while the other two men doubled for the same period. Last fall Bro. Castle, from Belden, was handed just such a package. He took it up with the Inter- state Commerce Commission and then resigned. From decisions banded down in the courts, we notice what has happened in the split shift At Miles, Cal., the agent goes on at 7 p. m., works until 11:30, then off until 2:30, then on until 7 p. m., one man covers the twelve hours nicely. Then the second trick man comes on at 8 p. bl works until 1:00 a. m., off until 3:00 a. m., then back until 7 a. m. We hear no complaint, where is the Erdman Act called on this road ? There are several instances of this at different points. How about Big Bar, Marston, Blairsden, Clio and Sand Pass? Time table No. 12 shows Sand Pass open, first trick, ten hours; second trick, ten hours; two men cover twenty hours. How long are we going to stand divided, and see this injustice? Wake up, and demand a liv- ing wage. There are three old-timers at Gerlach, always on the job. Sand Pass may be a three-man job if the gravel pit opens up, and a transfer may be put in at Flanigan, on account of the S. P. Cross- ing. Ammons, at Calncva, has faith in the homesteads around the lake. Doyle is a busy point. A telegrapher can make nearly $35 and board there, and gain experience in expensing bills. W. H. Staniland, Delegate Div. No. 155. Omira is a nice, quiet place, the agent and telegrapher there also pumpa the oil and water. Portela, a summer resort, is the only job on the road decently paid. The boys stay there well. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 949 Men are staying at Clio since the building of the new depot. Scott, at Blairsden, was off a few days on ac- count of a new boy in the family. Understand Baird has resigned and bought a ranch. We are glad to hear Morebaek back at Marston again. Belden is about the nicest job in the Canyon, and there is plenty of work there now. Quakenbush is back at Big Bar after a long absence. There is a fine depot at Berry Creek, and they are all old heads there. The company prides itself on its pretty depots and well-kept lawns. Carr, at Oroville, has been appointed passenger agent at Sacramento. There are only a few jobs between those two points. I wish somebody would send in a write-up from the Oakland end. This is only the second write-up we have had in three years. See if we can not do better than that. Spring is here again, in a couple of months we will see some very hot weather, and many of the boys fcill follow the birds looking for new nests. It would be a blessing if the incoming telegraphers would bring up-to-date cards with them. Notice the strike in West Virginia; follow Pear- sons closely, and read up if you want to win an argument. How about the injunction bill recently up in Sacramento? Do you know your friends now? Cert. 7. Virginian Ry. CARD OF THANKS. All Members Division 154: I am requested by Mrs. Libbie B. Russell, Route No. 2 , Milton, N. C., to thank you all for your kindness during the illness and subsequent death of her husband, Bro. W. L. Russell, and to say that she greatly appreciates what was done. Fraternally, H. W. Hix, Genera' Chairman Div. 154, Salem, Va. Midland Valley R. R. Boys, be careful about your “OS’s” and keep your clocks and watches set correctly. This will save lots of trouble. Don’t forget to get your monthly reports, time rolls, etc., in on time. Then everyone go after the nons and help make the road 100 per cent O. R. T. Then we can do something towards getting a contract. Always tell the dispatcher when a train is com- ing, and “OS” it as soon as it leaves. Also advise the dispatcher of any sudden change of weather. He is always glad to get it. Let’s all keep moving in the right way to make our environ- ments better for each other and as enjoyable as possible. Bro. E. S. Petway was relieved at Kanima agency by Jack Nelson, from the F. S. & W. Bro. Holden, from the K. C., was relieved at Stigler nights by Mr. Yoakum, from the Postal. Mr. Vermillion is back there days, relieved at Leonard agency by Mr. McKinley. Bro. T. Ford, joint agent K. C. S.-M. V. at Panama, has been given a night operator. Bro. A. D. Adams is back at Porum after a month’s illness. Bro. J. C. Newton, third trick dispatcher, is being relieved thirty days by Bro. R. B. Partlow, from the Frisco. We understand he is not com- ing back. Bro. A. Fitzgerald relieved Bro. C. N. Evans, agent Keota, who went to Forak agency. L. Harrington, Alternate Div. No. 155. J. M. Lollar, Jr., is at Tulsa days, vice J. M. McKinley, and Bro. Dunaway at Tulsa nights, just opened for the stock rush. Bro. N. E. Geist, on the sick list at Avant, is being relieved by P. T. Pitts, from the South. W. N. Hagler was relieved at Bigheart by A. F. Faires, from the Arkansas City agency. Bro. G. C. Byars, the new day man at Paw- huska, followed by Mr. Selover, from the Katy. J. C. Coffey is the new agent at Pawhuska, vice J. W. Quilty, resigned. Bro. Patty is at Foraker nights, just opened for the stock rush. Bro’. J. W. Robinson wishes to express his most hearty thanks for your co-operation in help- ing him to win the watch. Ask every man for a card when he shows up for a job. Let’s make it solid. Who’ll be the first to bat? I have the blanks. “Shorty. ” Digitized by Google

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950 The Railroad Telegrapher. Cameron, Mo., O. R. T. Club. This club held an interesting meeting at Cam- eron Jet., Saturday night, April 12th. Many were in attendance for the first time and were given a hearty greeting. Albert M. Trask, Alternate Div. No. 156. Bro. YV. J. Edwards, general secretary and treasurer C. R. I. & P., and Bro. W. H. Plum, local chairman Missouri Division, Local 126, de- livered instructive addresses that bristled with the faith that is in them. Bro. J. B. Plum, agent Cash ion, Okla., was a welcome visitor and brought a message of good cheer from the Oklahoma Division. Come again, brother. We like the way you drive nails. Bro. J. A. Irwin, of Jamesport, and Bros. G. E. Briggs and J. H. Stauber, of Cameron Jet., were enrolled as members. Bro. J. F. Carder, general chairman C. B. & Q., sent a letter of regret, as he was called to a meeting at Aurora, but will try to be present at our next meeting. Bro. A. F. Ritter, local chair- man Brookfield Divsion, followed suit, on account of distance and inability to attend without laying off. O. K., brother, your spirit was with us. Bro. W. H. Wilhoit, assistant local chairman Brookfield Division, received an annual pass re- cently, which he seems to have mistaken for a pass to the next circus coming to town. Wake up, Walter; the conductors will be glad to honor it and we will show you the glad hand. Send no regrets, but come to the next meeting. Sorry that the C. B. & Q. boys could not make a better showing, but the lack in numbers present was made up in enthusiasm. It looks like "loafing on the job" when you can get passes for the asking and the train service is such that you can make the trip on your own time. Please make a special effort to attend our next meeting, about May 10th, and you will be amply repaid for very little trouble and less expense. Arrange for your transportation at once, as questions of impor- tance will be brought before the meeting, and it is necessary that we have as large an attendance as possible. Cert. 2771. Kansas City Railroad Telegraphers’ Club. Our regular meeting, March 26th, held in the Savoy Hotel, our new meeting place, was well attended. No doubt the invitation to the ladies, who were also present, had something to do with it. There were three general officers present and their talks were of the utmost interest. Action was taken to amend the constitution ot the club to permit members of the Ladies' Auxil- iary as members of the club, and will be put to a vote at the next meeting after each member receives notice of the action filed. The motions as recommended, to revise the constitution, will be read and explained fully at the meeting. Election of officers was deferred until the next regular meeting, to give the ladies an opportunity to vote, providing the new amendments carry. It was agreed that, after a short executive meeting, we would take lunch during our social hour on April 23d. We now have a place with every accommodation to hold a meeting of any feature, especially fitted for members' wives and all ladies who may attend. We look for more interest in the future and will do all possible to encourage a larger attendance. We are anxious to get acquainted with several telegraphers who have not attended since we were instituted. We have close to 300 telegraphers in the city, and ask their attendance if nothing else. It will be easy to come after you start, as you will get active and interested after learning the purposes . of the club. Do not forget the change of time and place, which will be permanent — the fourth Wednesday evening of each month, at the Savoy Hotel, Ninth and Central, 8 p. m. Will be glad to have you at that time or as early as possible after. Club Cor. Topeka O. R. T. Club. The meeting on April 13th, at The Throop Hotel, was called to order by President Stover, who made an excellent address of welcome, in which he explained the object of the club for the benefit of the new members, and introduced Bro. A. C. Johnson of the R. I., who has been a member of the O. R. T. since the year 1888; Bro. Johnson made an exceedingly interesting address, relating pome of his experiences and hardships in the early days of our Order. He compared the working conditions of twenty years ago with the present day, and showed what the O. R. T. has done for the telegraphers. Bro. Johnson's address was keenly enjoyed. Digitized by Googte

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 951 Twenty minutes was devoted to a discussion of express and W. U. commissions, and some real live suggestions made, followed by a stirring address by Bro. Pringle, local chairman, Kansas Division R. I., in regard to the coming schedule negotiations, urging the members to furnish him the necessary information that he might represent them properly. He also made some good sugges- tions as to rules, etc., to be inserted in our schedule. Bro. V. R. Lunger, who, although in the mer- cantile business at Mayetta, Kas., still maintains his connection with our organization, has been a constant member for many years and is a real live wire, made an exceptionally strong address, which was most thoroughly enjoyed. Bro. H. C. Harper made a short address, dealing with the parcel post question in detail, making some good suggestions. The Union Pacific was represented by Bros. Tyrl and Landruff. The Missouri Pacific boys failed to show up, however we hope to have a representation from that road next time. It was regretted that Bro. Brown, general chair- man of No. 126, was still confined to his bed with a serious attack of rheumatism, his adorable per- sonality and splendid address was certainly missed at this meeting. We hope he will soon be up and in the game again. Bro. Edwards also failed to show up for the meeting, understand he was called to another point on business. We also missed the smiling face of Bro. Ford, first vice-president, who was unable to obtain relief. This is the first meeting Bro. Ford has missed since the club’s organization, and we believe he regretted his ab- sence as much as those present. The Rock Island boys discussed the coming negotiations in detail, and many live suggestions were made. The Topeka Club is getting to be a real live one, the enthusiasm is increasing at each meeting, and there is much good being accom- plished for the good of our organization. We sin- cerely hope that those who have not yet attended our meetings will do so soon, and those who have been here we hope will come again and mingle with their fellow craftsman, that we may have a better understanding among us, strengthen our organization, and be in a position to better our conditions morally and financially. Remember our meetings are held the second Sunday evening of each month, at The Throop Hotel, Topeka, Kan., and try and be with us. Club Secretary. Little Rock O. R. T. Club. Our regular monthly meeting was called to order by Past-Pres. Bro. T. J. Rice, in the absence of our president and vice-president, who made us a very interesting talk. The regular routine of business was transacted, after which the meeting was turned into a social. The suggestion to change our meeting again to the last Sunday in Jambs T. Farrell, Delegate Div. No. 8. each month, on account of so many members liv- ing in and about the city being unable to attend at any other time, especially the night men, who necessarily beg off on Sunday night, was agreed to and will be voted on at the next meeting. It was suggested that we form a social club here of telegraphers, not exclusive of non-O. R. T. members, as there are a number of the boys working here in the W. U. and Cotton Belt, who do not carry cards, who would be glad to join our club. Our idea is to get the nons to the club meetings, and never stop talking O. R. T. until the meetings adjourn. Am sure it would en- lighten some of the nons (for some of them are really intelligent)*, so they could see where they are wrong and would get a card. A vote will also be taken on this at our next meeting. All be present who can, to give us their views on these matters and help elect new officers. Meetings will be held at the Marion Hotel, 8 p. m., last Sunday of each month, unless advised differently. H. W. Gibbs, S. and T. Digitized by Google

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GRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due January 1, 1913. Time for payment expires February 28, 1913. AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On $ 300 00 (Series A) .$2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) . 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) 7 20 per year BENEFITS PAID DURING APRIL, 1913. No. Name. Cause. 1396. .Frank L. Shunk Gunshot Wound 1418. .Lightfoot T. Goddin . .Accidental Drowning.. . . 1436. .R. F. Sloan Typhoid Fever 1438. .Benj. M. Mahoney.. . .Pulmonary Tuberculosis 1440. .Thaddeus B. Moon.. . .Carcinoma of Bladder. . 1441. .Eugene J. O’Meara. .. .Gastritis 1442. . Harrie S. Platt Pneumonia 1443. .Clarence L. Lamb Endocarditis 1445. .Frank W. Rutter. . . . .Acute Endocarditis .... 1446. .Allan G. Tinney Pulmonary Tuberculosis 1447. .Josiah Beshore Heart Disease 1448. .Gideon H. Bauman . . .Railroad Accident 1450. . Roger A. Johnston .... Brights Disease 1452. .M. M. Kellogg Rheumatoid Arthritis . . 1453. .Darling F. Neese Tuberculosis of Throat. Cbrt. Div. No. Sbribs. Amt. .. 54.. 14684.. C.. $1,000 00 .. 40.. 10012.. A. . 300 00 .. 7. .35902. .A. 300 00 ..33.. 6723 . C. 1,000 00 .. 16.. 9787.. B. 500 00 .. 54. 32273.. C. 1,000 00 ..130.. 7961.. C.. 1,000 00 .130. 18893. B. 500 00 .. 7 . 23756. B. 500 00 .. 77.. 19339.. C. 1.000 00 .. 17.. 17074.. B. 500 00 .. 33.. 21. .B. 500 00 Grand.. 20109.. C. 1,000 00 .23.. 9055.. A. 300 00 .. 17.. 6468. .A. 300 00 FINANCIAL STATEMENT— MORTUARY FUND. Receipts. Received on Assessment Account to March 31, 1913 $1,269,414 81 Received on Assessment Account April, 1913 2,339 32 $1,271,754 13 Disbursements. Death Claims paid to March 31, 1913 $ 878,181 47 Death Claims paid in April 9,700 00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,703 17 Assessments transferred to dues 258 08 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, April 30, 1913 381,911 41 $1,271,754 13 L. W. QUICK , Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 953 Official Directory General Offices, St. Louis, Mo. GRAND H. B. PERHAM President St. Louis, Mo. J A. NEWMAN First Vice-President I'lat “B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, 111. I). CAMPBELL Third Vice-President -05 Jarvis St.. Toronto, Ont. BOARD OF George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. Geo. E. Joslin, Box OFFICERS. L. W. QUICK. .. .Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. J. J. DERMODY Fourth Vice-President 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. DIRECTORS. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box 87, Springfield, Mo. 260, Centerdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Gates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION — Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perham, President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Rys. Meets subject to call of Chairman. F. A. Parent, Gen’l Chair- man, Grand Trunk Ry., Casselman, Ont.; R. L. Harrop, Gen’l Chairman, Grand Trunk Pacific Ry., Justice, Man.; D. L. Shaw, Gen’l S. & T., London, Ont. N-*. 2, ST. LOUIS, MO. — Meets 1st and 3d Mon- days each month at 8 p. m., Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor. Masonic Temple (Odeon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher, 7th floor, Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; R. J. McElhinney, S. & T., 4107 Hartford st., St. Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C-, St. P., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, Gen’l Chairman, 227 West Cen- tral ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tenney, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st., Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Rid- der, La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6 — Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T.. Box 294. Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging, Local Chairman Nebraska Division, Eg- bert, Wyo. ; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman Colorado Division, Box 11, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman Kansas Division, 125 Colorado st., Manhattan, Kan. No. 7 — Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 205, Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gen’l S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8 — Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gen’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T„ Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st., Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs, N. Y. Western and Rochester Division — Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o'clock p. m., at Rochester, N. Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November, at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at 148 No. Salina st., Syracuse, N. Y.. in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N. Y. A. E. Blira, Local Chairman Station Dept., Western Division, Chilli Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division — Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m.. at 510 State st., over Fagan’s real estate Digitized by Google

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954 The Railroad Telegrapher. office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall on Devereaux st., at 8 p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Singlamen, 962 State st., Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Stationmen, 102 Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook Divi- sion— Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o'clock, Odd Fellows' Hall, East Erie ave.. Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chair- man, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek Dis- trict— Meets 2d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m. in Mechanics' Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Terminal — Meets 2d Wednesday at 9:30 a. m. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg.,’ Lexington ave., cor. East 125th st., New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairman of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st., Mount Ver- non, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo Division — Regu- lar meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tuesday evening in January, March, May, July, September and November, and on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meetings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman. O. A. Siehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y. Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chair- man. F. G. Boutelle, Local Chairman, Chaun- cey, N. Y. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. & L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gen’l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind.; M. T. Parks, G. S. & T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk 8c Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen'l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. No. 16 — Division covers the Michigan Central Railroad. Meets 3d Monday each month at 7:30 p. m., Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen’l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; J. H. Staley, Gen'l S. 8c T., Box 903, Welland, Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad (lines east of Pittsburg and Erie). J. F. Miller, General Chairman, No. 2916 Huntingdon ave., Baltimore, Md.; G. E. Nightingale, Gen'l S. 8c T., Newfield, N. J. Baltimore Division — Meets at Huntingdon Hall, cor. Huntingdon ave. and 25th st., Baltimore, Md., 3d Friday each month. T. E. Fidler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Allegheny Division — Meets subject to call of Chairman. O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Fox- burg, Pa. Pittsburg Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, 2011 Eleventh ave., Altoona, Pa. Middle Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. A. L. Rex. Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot. Pa. Cone- maugh Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 White- field st., Pittsburg, Pa. Monongaheia Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, 243 Fifth st.. Homestead, Pa. Tyrone Division — Meets- at call of Chairman. C. A. Fetzer, Local Chairman, Milesburg, Pa. Renovo Division — Meets at call of Chairman. J. F. Mann, Local Chairman, Wilcox, Pa- Williamsport and Susquehanna Division? — Meets at call of Chairman. A. C. Grieb. Local Chairman, Nisbet, Pa. Sunbury Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. C. Vandling, Local Chairman, Mifflinville, Pa. Maryland Division — Meets at call of Chairman. Wm. M. Skinner, Local Chairman, 115 S. Potomac st., Baltimore. Md. Delaware Division — Meets at call of Chair- man. T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman, Middle- town, Del. West Jersey and Seashore Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. E. Nightingale. Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Amboy Divi- sion— Meets at call of Chairman. Harold G. Austin, Local Chairman, Mt. Holly, N. J. Bel- vidcre Division — Meets at call of Chairman- J. G. Simanton, Local Chairman, Frenchtown, N. J. Philadelphia Terminal Division — Meets at call of Chairman. G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 7*9 Linden st., Camden, N. J. Elmira Division — Meets at call of Chairman. C. R. Elliot, Local Chairman, 381 South Main st, Elmira, N. Y- Philadelphia Division — Meets at call of Chair- man. C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Cur- tin ave., Harrisburg, Pa. No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago 8c St. Louis Railroad System. Meeting xst Dis- trict at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st.. cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each month. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L. E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meeting 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State st., Hammond, Ind.. every second Saturday of each month. F. F- Cowley, Gen’l Chairman, 519 W. Lincoln st.. Findlay, Ohio; C. O. Crisenberry, Gen’l S. & T.. Knox, Ind. No. 20 — Division covers the New York, Ontario 8c Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen'l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y.; H. L>. Pfoor, Gen’l S. fit T., P. O. Box 28, Jermyn, Pa. ; C. L. Cook, Local Chairman Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y.; W. J. Haley, Ass’t Local Chairman South- ern Division, 31 Smith st., Middletown, N. Y.; G. W. Merwin, Ass’t Local Chairman P. J. * M. Branches, High Falls, N. Y.; P. J. Boland, Local Chairman Scranton Division, 160 Dundaff st., Carbondale, Pa. ; F. L. Spratt, Ass’t Local Chairman Scranton Division, Poyntelle, Pa.; J. R. Hadley, Local Chairman Northern Divi- sion, 24 Seneca st., Oneida, N. Y.; P. J. Lof tus, Ass't Local Chairman Northern Division. Morrisville, N. Y. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 955 No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Stenger, Gen’l Chair- man, R. F. D. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’l S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. 23 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma- Eastern R. R., and Rochelle & Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Soyster, Gen’l Chairman, 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, Iowa; O. S. Smith, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman for the C. M. k P. S. and T.-E. Mobridge, S. D.; Ed. R. Derrickson, Gen’l S. k T., 804 Security Bank Bldg., Cedar Rapids, la. No. 25 — Division covers the International & Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. C. Berry, Gen’l Chair- man, Encinal, Tex.; R. B. Adams, Gen’l S. k T., Oakwood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman Taylor Section, Rockdale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Anto- nio Division, Encinal, Tex.; Chas. C. Webner, Local Chairman Ft. Worth Division, Mart, Tex. No. 26 — NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets ad Wednesday of each month, 9 p. m., Von Glahn’s Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th st. and Columbus ave., New York City. E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care Marconi Wireless Telegraph Co. of America, Wool worth Building, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. k T., 205 St. James Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St. Louis, Vandalia & Terre Haute Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor’s office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Pierron, Gen’l Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gen’l S. & T., Coatesville, Ind. No. 29— NEW HAVEN, CONN.— Meets 1st Fri- day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. m., in Red Men’s Hall, 48 Church st., cor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel., 57 Ludlow st., Water- bury, Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. & T., 95 Main at., West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage ave., St. Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo. ; H. J. Mohler, Gen’l S. k T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. No. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis k San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen’l S. k T., Box 87, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. B. Pierce, Gen’l Chairman, 2021 Longwood st., (Walbrook), Baltimore, Md. ; C. B. Rawlins, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore’s Hill, Ind.; W. Edgar Frasher, Gen’l S. k T., 814 W. 9th st., Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Division — Meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. k O. Depot, Wilmington, Del., third Saturday evenings in January, March, May, July, September and November, at 8 p. m., and meets in the hall at Cowenton, Md., on third . Wednesday evenings in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 p. m., thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowenton, Md., every other meeting. F. F. Sullivan, Local Chairman, Van Bibber, Md., Western District of the Baltimore Division. Eastern District of the Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office, Baltimore & New York Terminals meet jointly the second Monday evening of the months of January, March, May, July, September and November, 8 p. m., in Hotel Caswell, northeast corner of Baltimore and Hanover sts., Balti- more, Md.; D. J. McGrath, Local Chairman Eastern District of the Baltimore Division, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore, Md. C. B. Pierce, Local Chairman “GO” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Terminals, 2021 Longwood st. (Walbrook), Baltimore, Md.; W. Q. Stouffer, Local Chairman Western District of the Balti- more Division, Point of Rocks, Md. Pittsburg Division, Pike River and P. & W. Districts — Meets third Friday night of each month at 8 p. m., 504 Diamond st., corner Grant, third floor, Room 11, Pittsburg, Pa.; J. Yeager, Jr., Local Chairman Eastern District Pittsburg Divi- sion, 2135 Edgebrook ave., Brookline, Pittsburg, Pa.; E. J. Olwell, Local Chairman Western District of the Pittsburg Division, 120 Charles st., Knoxville, Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. Cleveland Division — Meets third Friday of each month in Snyder’s Hall, Exchange st, Massillon, Ohio. G. H. McCoy, Local Chairman, 1716 Wooster st., Massillon, Ohio. Chicago Division — Meets third Wednesday night of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Defiance, Ohio. T. J. Eiler, Local Chairman Eastern District; G. H. Harer, Local Chairman Western Dis- trict, Milford, Ind. Newark Division, including all its subdivisions and branches, will hereafter meet in Newark on the third Monday of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, beginning with an evening meeting in December. J. P. Welsh, Local Chairman Eastern District of the New- ark Division, R. F. D. No. 3, Box 17, Barnes- ville, Ohio. J. F. Iden, Local Chairman of the Western District of the Newark Division, 541 Maple ave., Newark, Ohio. No. 34 — Division covers the Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’l Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittenhouse, Gen’l S. & T., Sidell, 111. Digitized by Google

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956 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 35, PROVIDENCE, R. I.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month in Swart’s Lodge, Odd Fel- lows’ Hall, 96 Westminster st., Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbeek, Chief Tel., 284 Mont- gomery ave., Providence, R. I.; W. J. Smith, S. & T., South Swansea, Mass. No. 36 — Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St. Louis, Mo. No. 37. NEW ROCHELLE, X. Y.— Meets 2d Friday evening each month, 8 o’clock, Lambden Bldg., 25 2 Main st.. New Rochelle, N. Y. Thomas O. Tiger, Chief Tel., 907 Main st., Stamford, Conn.; B. E. S. Seaman, S. & T., 1321 Hoe ave., New York, N. Y.; T. J. Gal- lagher, Local Chairman, 4 Longwood ave., New York, N. Y. No. 38— SPRINGFIELD, MASS.— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month, 7:30 p. m., 373 5-4 Main st., Springfield, Mass. R. P. Keefe, Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st., Springfield, Mass.; J. R. Cardinal, S. & T., 176 Union st., Springfield, Mass. No. 39 — Division covers the Pere Marquette Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Chicago-Muskegon Division holds regu- lar monthly meetings in Eagle’s Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p. m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Chairman, Coatsworth, Ont. ; W. R. Adair, Gen’l S. & T., 372 Goodwin ave., Detroit, Mich. No. 40 — Division covers Chesapeake & Ohio Rail- way System. L. E. Hicks, Gen’l Chairman, Craigsville, Va.; J. W. Kiser, Gen’l S. & T., Guyandotte Station, Huntington, W. Va. Vir- ginia District, C. D, McGehee, Chairman, 2803 East Clay st., Richmond. Va. ; H. M. Crowder, Chairman, Howardsville, Va. ; L. G. White, Acting Chairman, Scottsville, Va. ; D. H. Scott, Chairman, Big Island, Va.; H. S. Sliuey, Chairman. Craigsville, Va. Meets on the 4th Thursday night of each month at 215 East Broad st., Richmond, Va., and on the 4th Saturday night of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall at Clifton Forge, Va. West Virginia District, J. J. Holt, Chairman, Covington, Va.; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman, Prince, W. Va. ; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Guyandotte, W. Va. ; meets in Big Four Building at Hinton on 3d Thursday night each month. Kentucky District, H. O. Irwin, Chairman, 416 East Carter ave., Ashland, Ky. ; G. F. Willis, Chairman, Greenup, Ky.; E. W. Johnson, Chairman, Converse, Ind. Meets subject to call of Chairman. No. 41, BOSTON, MASS.— Meets 2d Saturday night each month, Engineers’ Hall, 164 Canal st., Boston, Mass. T. J. Fogarty, Chief Tel., 71 Clarendon ave., West Somerville, Mass.; F. C. McGrath, S. & T., 614 Main st., Win- chester, Mass. No. 42 —Division covers the Eric Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, comer Park are and Market at., every 3d Saturday of each month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meeting 3d Monday of eac' month, 8:30 p. m., Union Hall, Grave and 4tl sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Husted, Gen’l Chairman, Rich wood, Ohio; C. L. Bridge. Gen*l S. & T., Deposit, N. Y. No. 43 — Division covers Canadian Northern Rai; way System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen’l Chairman, Beaudette. Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. & T., Dauphin. Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y.— Meets ad Saturday each month at 8 p. m., in Fraternity Hall, 22-24 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. C. B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y.; A. A- Leonard, Gen’l Chairman, 71 Pun tine st-. Jamaica, N. Y.; L. Meringer, S. & T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y.; L. Meringer, Chairman Towermen, 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn, N. Y. A. Filby, Chairman Agents, 1055 East 34th st.. Brooklyn, N. Y.; W. S. Leahy, Chairman TeJeg raphers, 4 Randall ave., Corona, N. Y. No. 45- WOODS VILLE, N. H. — Meets 3d Satur day of each month at 8 p. m., K. of P. Hall, W oodsville, N. H. C. A. Burnell, Chief TeL, Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A. Wheeler, S. & T-. Wells River, Vermont. No. 46 — Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair man. C. H. Livsey, Gen’l Chairman, East Point. Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen’l S. & T., Route 68. Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R- T. Hall, Macon, Ga., subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Club, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every sec- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to call of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at Lafayette, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga. Southwestern Division meets subject to call of Local Chairman. J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25. Smithville, Ga. Columbus Division meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair man. M. J. Newberry, Hollins, Ala.; F. S. Bas- kerville, Local Chairman Macon Terminals. Macon, Ga. No. 47. CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. I.— Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 8 p. m., at B. I. S. Hall, Charlottetown, P. E. I. J. A. Kelly. Chief Tel., Charlottetown, P. E. I.; J. E. R. McEwen, S & T., Charlottetown, P. E. I. No. 48 — Division covers the Detroit, Toledo & Ironton and Ann Arbor Railways. Meets sub ject to call of Chairman. G. H. Simmermon. Gen’l Chairman, Flat Rock, Mich.; J. S. Kneis ley, Gen’l S. & T., Quincy, Ohio. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 957 No. 49 — Division covers the Denver & Rio Grande Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. H. J. Fulton, Gen’l Chairman, 112 E. 1 1 th st., Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot, Pueblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton. Local Chairman Second Division, 112 E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; J. A. Ray, Local Chairman Third Divi- sion, Hotchkiss, Colo.; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Veta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. 1st West st., Salt Lake City, Utah; A. E. Roberts. Gen’l S. & T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. 51 — Division covers Bessemer & Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle's Hall, Greenville, Pa. F. X. Williams, Gen’l Chairman, Oakmont, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen’l S. & T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 52— PITTSBURG, PA.— Meets 2d and 4th Saturday evening each month at 8 o’clock, 204 Fifth ave., 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. C. C. Me- Kalip, Chief Tel., 305 Winston st., Pittsburg, Pa.; H. K. Klingensmith, Secretary, 124 Subur- ban ave., Beechview, Pittsburg, Pa.; C. C. Camp- bell, Treasurer, 108 Fremont st., Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. 53 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carlos, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gen’l S. & T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sam Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. & T., 1009 East 3d st., Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Wheeling & Lake Erie and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even- ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; J. O. Peoples, Gen’l Chairman, Bolivar, Ohio; C. E. Baltrer. G. S. & T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C. H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. & L. E. Telegraph Office, Perry- Payne Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, Local Chair- man, Scio, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, W. P. Ry. & W. S. B. R. R., Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 56 — Division covers Georgia Southern & Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga.; E. H. Baker, Gen’l S. & T., White Springs, Fla. No. 57 -Division covers the Houston & Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over 401 Main st., Dallas, Tex.; A. E. Laisure, Gen’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex.; W. M. Moseley, Gen'l S. & T., Rice. Tex. No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen’l Chairman, 122 Tate st., Greens- boro, N. C.; J. W. Burgess, Gen’l S. & T.. 223 9th st., S. W., Charlottesville, Va. No. 61, CAMPBELLTON, X. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers’ Hall, Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapedia, Que.; G. F. Ward, S. & T., Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen’l Chair- man. Oakdale, Tenn. ; E. H. Boutwell, Gen’l S. & T., Walton, Ky.; E. H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Division, Walton, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meet- ings subject to call of Chairman. No. 63, MONCTON, N. B. — Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, N. B., St. John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. A. Brown, Chief Tel., Salisbury, N. B. ; R. M. Scribner, S. & T., Shediac Road, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE. — Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st., Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. & T., Riviere du Loup Station, Box 1 14, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 65, ROCHESTER, N. H.— Meets at 7:30 P- ra., 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. P. T. Harrity, Chief Tel., Rochester, N. H.; C. P. Lord, S. & T., 7 Lin- coln st., Summerworth, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S.— Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. L. Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S.; J. E. Mc- Donald, S. & T., Belmont, N. S. No. 69 — Division covers the Queen & Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- berg, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. & T., Q. & C. Yard Office, Meridian, Miss.; P. W. Burdeaux, Local Chairman, V. S. & P. R. R., Monroe, La.; H. O. Peavey, Local Chairman, A. & V. Ry., Meehan, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Local Chairman, N. O. & N. E. R. R., Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA — Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Pike’s Hall, Oska- loosa, Iowa. R. A. 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958 The Railroad Telegrapher. of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen’l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira R. Kempkes, Gen’l S. & T., Nevada, Iowa. No. 77, DENVER, COLO. — Meets ist Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel, Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney. S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, Colo. No. 80 — Division covers the N. O. M. & C. Ry. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E. Swanson, Gen’l S. & T., Beaumont, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; H. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — Division covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man and Local Chairmen. R. E. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Smithsburg, Md. ; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichelberger st., Hanover, Pa. Local Chairmen Maryland Division: C. E. Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District, includ- ing Middle Division and Fifth and Sixth Dis- tricts of Eastern Division; R. E. Smith, Smiths- burg, Md., Second District, covering territory on Eastern Division from Security east to Hillen Station; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Hanover, Pa., Third District, covering territory from Fairfield, Pa., to Hampstead, Md., and the Fourth District, in- clusive. West Virginia Division: C. G. Blair, Ohiopyle, Pa., Eastern District, covering terri- tory from Connellsville, Pa., to W. Va., C. Junction and the G. C. & C. Ry.; N. T. Downs, Mill Creek, W. Va., Western District, covering territory east of W. Va., C. Junction to and including Durbin, W. Va. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor & Aroostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; F. J. Crorier, Gen’l S. & T., Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas & Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. W. K. Gremillion, Gen’l Chairman, Donaldsonville, La. ; B. T. Hambright, Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets ist Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 694 Washington st*, Boston, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. 2 Josephine ave., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Mc- Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets ist Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sta., Chicago, 111. G. Dal Jones, Chief Tel., 2530 North Ked- zie blvd., Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. & T., 54 13 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester 4 Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGraw, Geo') Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. & T., 901 W. Long ave.. Do Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road and the Yazoo & Mississippi Valley Rad- road. Meets subject to call of Chairmen. C- A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky. ; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, 111.; R. R. Green, Gen’l. Chairman, Y. & M. V. Lines, Doddsville, Miss.; G. D. Clements, Gen’l Chair- man, Indianapolis Southern Railway, Bloom- field, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen’l S. & T., Anna, 111. No. 94, MERIDIAN, MISS. — Meets 2d Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesja. Miss.; H. W. Bell, Chief Tel., Ethelville,* Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. & T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95, PORTLAND, ME. — Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 546^ Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; F. S. Twombley, S. & T., Buxton, Me. No. 96 — Division covers Chicago & Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City, Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C. E. Norris, Gen’l S. & T., Inver Grove, Minn. No. 97 — Division covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. D. May, Gen’l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.; F. O. Cumming, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman and Gen’l S. & T., is Dinwiddie st., Portsmouth, Va.; J. T. Benn, Local Chairman First Division, Thelma, N. C.; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman Second Division, Marshville, N. C; S. P- McDaniel, Local Chairman Third Division, Hiram, Ga.; W. L, Tidwell, Local Chairman Fourth Division, Helena, Ga.; J. L. Vining, Local Chairman Fifth Division, Macdenny, Fla. No. 99, COBALT, ONT. — W. D. Cunneyworth, Chief Tel., Engelhart, Ont.; R. Richardson, S. & T., Latch ford, Ont. No. 102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treasurer. J. J. McLaughlin, S. & T., 1516 N. Dover st. Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTON, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S.; J. P. Swift. S. & T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. 104, AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Mass. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st., Clinton, Mass.; John F. Mullen, S. & T., 27 Galen at., Brockton, Mass. No. 105, CONCORD, N. H. — Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. H. J. T. Turcotte, Chief TeL, Pem- broke. N. H.; H. M. Clay, S. & T.. Gerrish. N. H. Digitized by LjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 959 No. 106, HAGERSTOWN. MD.— Meets 3d Thurs- day of each month at 8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief Tel., Greencastle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. fit T., Box 46, Hagerstown, Md. No. 108, ADDISON, N. Y. — Meets ad Monday each month at 8 p. m., Edgconrb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C. Cole, Chief Tel., Cowanesque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. fit T., Osceola, Pa. No. 111 — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. D. McGee, Gen’l S. & T., 320 Concord st., Los Angeles, Cal. . No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. M. L. Klein, Gen’l Chairman, 74 Abeel st, Kings- ton, N. Y.; H. J. Halstead, Gen'l S. & T., One- onta, N. Y. R. H. Henson, Local Chairman, S. C. & K. Branch, Phoenicia, N. Y.; C. W. Pough, Local Chairman, Main Line. 81 Hone st., Kingston, N. Y. No. 1 14. ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middletown, N. S. ; Stanley Travener, S. k T., Tupperville, Anna Co.. N. S. No. 115, QUEBEC, QUE. — Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief Tel., No. 4 St. Angele st., Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. & T., Cote de Peres, Beauport, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Duluth South Shore & Atlantic Railway System. Meets ad Sunday of February, April, June, August, Octo- ber and December, in places designated by Gen'l Chairman. P. M. Stillman, Gen'l Chairman, Seney, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gen’l S. & T., Chassell, Mich. No. 11 7, SHAMOKIN, PA. — Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m.: January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Satur- day of the following months at 7:30 p. m.: March, Jane, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. k T., Quakake, Pa. No. 1 18 — Division covers Toledo & Ohio Central, Kanawha & Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville k Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen'l Chairman, Burr Oak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen'l S. fit T., 222 Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 419 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul fit Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen'l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. k T., Erskine, Minn. No. 120 — Division covers Lake Erie & Western Railway System. C. I. Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Steckel, Gen’l S. & T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 123 — Division covers Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway System. W. E. Sloan, Gen'l Chairman, 1 14 Ermina st., Albert Lea, Minn.; J. C. Sand- mier, Gen'l S. fit T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covers Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys- tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. fir T., 71 1 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 125 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg & Potomac Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. C. H. Boschen, Gen’l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W. T. Thomp- son, Gen’l S. fir T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers Chicago, Rock Island fit Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen’l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen’l S. fit T., 2422 Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127, VIRGINIA, MINN.— W. W. Woodward, Chief Tel., Hibbing, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, S. k T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 128 — Division covers the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe. Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. L. A. Tanquary, Gen’l Chairman, Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. fit T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gen’l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; G. R. Smith, Assistant Gen’l Chairman, Rockwood, Mich.; E. D. Graham, Gen'l S. fit T., 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., and Local Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bearss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; .A. E. Snyder, Box 272, Ligonier, Ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R. Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman De- troit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Divi- sion; D. E. Royce, Rany, Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington fit Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. F. Carder, Gen'l Chairman, 717 S. 4th st., Burlington, Iowa; J. H. Rogers, Jr., Gen’l S. fit T., 717 N. 10th st., LaCrosse, Wis. No. 131— TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon- taine, Chief Tel., St. Henedine, Que.; A. Lagueux, S. fit T., Tring Junction, Que. No. 132 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Line R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l ‘Chairman, Oviedo, Fla.; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. k T., Wilson, N. C.; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond District, Whitakers, N. C. ; D. H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District, Speed, N. C. ; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District, Dillon, S. C.; J. H. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District, Maysville, N. C.; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win ston-Salem Districts, R. F. D., Cameron, Digitized by Google

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960 Tin; Railroad Telegrapher. S. C.; C. X. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 155 Calhoun street, Charleston, S. C. ; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savan- nah District, Grand Crossing, Fla.; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga. ; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. Tedder, Local Chairman Jacksonville District, Seville, Fla.; M. H. Martin, Local Chairman Gainesville District and Jacksonville Terminal, Palatka, Fla.; W. Brantley, Local Chairman Lakeland District, Crystal River, Fla. No. 1 33. SYDNEY, X. S— M. D. McKeigan, Cliict Tel., Lcitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Me- Inni% S. & T., Shcnaeadie, C. B., X. S. Xo. 134, JACKSONVILLE, FLA.— Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. E. I. Barnard, Chief Tel., 30 Sevilla st., St. Augustine. Fla.: J. H. Movers, S. & T.. Homestead, Fla. Xo. 136, READING, PA. — Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief Tel., Cal- cium, Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. & T., 032 Pear st., Reading, Pa. No. 13; — Division covers El Paso & Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 411a Arsenal st.. St. Louis, Mo. Xo. 138 — Division covers C. C. C. & St. L. Rail- way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman, 1601 Third ave., Terre Haute, Ind.; George Lavengood, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Cleveland Division meets ad Wednesday of each month at 1501 Columbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. R. Reynolds, Local Chairman, ia8 W. Atwood st., Galion, Ohio. Cincinnati-Sandusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bldg., Springfield, Ohio; J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St. Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Louis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings 1st Monday of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi sion meets in Room No. 11, 2d floor, Anthony Bldg., Muncie, Ind., on 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins, Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Hornung, R. F. D. 9, Grcensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meets subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Waynetown, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, Marshall, 111. Xo. 139, NORTH ADAMS. MASS.— Meets ce the 2d Saturday of each month in Odd Felloe Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher. Chin Tel., Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook. S. £ I. Charlemont, Mass. Xo. 140 — Division covers Maine Central Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chainrar- V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamjceac. Me.; H. X. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me Xo. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railroad System. Meets subject to call ci Chairman. A. H. Barnett. Gen’I Chairman. Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, Gen’l S. & T., 102; Yale st., Houston, Tex. Xo. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay & West ern Railway System. Meets subject to call oi Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman. Blair. Wis.; L. P. Curran, Gen’l S. & T-, Winona, Minn. Xo. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids anc Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen’l Chairman. Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock, Local Chairman, Petoskey, Mich. Xo. 144 — Division covers the Trinity & Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to caK of Chairman. D. W. Ramsay, Gen’l Chairman, Bardwell, Tex.; N. B. Anderson, Gcn’l S. & T.. Tom ball, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague, Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Normangee, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. & D. C. Ry- System. L. S. Mentzer, Gen’l Chairman, F. W. & D. C. & W. V. Lines, Childress, Tex.; S. L. Greenwood, Local Chairman, 1st and 2d Divi- sions, F. W. & D. C. Lines, Bowie, Tex.; G. H- Wheeler, Local Chairman, 3d and 4th Divisions. F. W. & D. C. Lines, Channing. Tex.; A. H. Plentl, Local Chairman, W. V. Lines, Gorec. Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. & T.. Box 405, Quanah, Tex. Xo. 146 — Division covers the Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gcn’l Chairman, Mauk, Ga. C. A. Pye, Gcn’l S. & T., Manchester, Ga. Xo. 147 — Division covers the Norfolk & Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. & T.. Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division covers Grand Trunk Western Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman. Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen’l S. & T.. Otterburn, Mich. No. 15 1 — Division covers the Delaware & Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, Eagle Bridge. N. Y. ; O. C. Benjamin, Gen’l S. & T., Dresden Station, N. Y. ; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wands, Hawes Cave, N. Y.. and E. F. Lawrence. ; High Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 961 st., Oneonta, N. Y., Local Chairmen Susque- hanna Division; C. C. Corey, Smith’s Basin, X. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Eagle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chairmen Cham- plain Division. Xo. 152, NASHUA, N. H. — Meets every 3d Sun- day of the month at 10:30 a. m. in Elk’s Hall. Beasom Block, cor. Main and Factory sts., Xashua, N. H.; H. E. Heath, Chief Tel., Pone- mah, N. H.; J. Wilfrid Vaillancourt, S. & T., 1 1 1 Allds st., Nashua, N. H. Xo. 153 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. & T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 154 — Division covers Virginian Ry. H. W. Hix, Gen’l Chairman, Box 19, Salem, Va.; Geo. Giles, Assistant Gen'l Chairman, Victoria, Va.; J. E. Goodwin, Gen’l S. & T., Eggleston, Va. No. 155. HAMILTON, ONT.— Meets 2d Sunday of each month at 3:30 p. m. in Sons of England Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton, Ont. W. H. Staniland, Chief Tel., Grimsby, Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. & T., Box 98, Smith- ville, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets in Rath bone Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a. m. Night meeting, 3d Saturday of each month at 7 :oo p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos- ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. & T., 2 Kear- sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Regular meeting 2d Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take interurban car from either city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. of A. Special meeting subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis, Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets the 1st Wednesday after 3d Tuesday evening of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles’ Club Rooms, 137-139 Second st., Milwaukee, Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st., Milwaukee, Wis.; B. A. Gothompson,, S. & T., 740 V2 Thirty-eighth st.. Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y.— Meets subject to call of the President at “The Plaza,” 141st st. and Edgecomb ave.. New York City. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave., New York City; E. Neumueller, S. & T., 126 Union st., High Bridge, New York City. month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited. There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB Ob FREEPORT, ILL. — Meets 3d Friday night of each rnohth at I. O. O. F. Hall, 107 Stephenson st., Freeport, 111. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. & St. P., C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres., 145 Dela- ware st., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st., Freeport, 111. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF ATLANTA, GA. — Meets ad Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m.. Federation Hall. All up- to-date O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livsey, Pres., East Point, Ga.; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716, Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Dita May West, S. & T., 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUB (Chicago O. R. T. Club)— Meets 1st Saturday and 3d Thursday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. Matters of interest to all are discussed. C. L. Craig, Pres., 817 W. 64th st., Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. & T., 2153 Ridge ave., Evanston, III. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club)— Meets 8 p. m., 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organ- ized more particularly in the interest of teleg- raphers employed by roads entering Denver, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President, 935 17th st., Denver. Colo.; D. O. Sboults, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo. THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEG- RAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets 8 p. m., the 4th Wed- nesday of each month at Savoy Hotel, 9th and Central, Kansas City, Mo. John Hjalmer, Presi- dent, 701 West Sixteenth st., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary-Treasurer, 1118 New- ton ave., Kansas City, Mo. THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg- raphers’ Club) — Meets 8 p. m., Monday follow- ing the 3d Tuesday of each month, in Assembly Room, Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackerman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha, Neb.; Jas. Freeder, Secretary-Treasurer, 4826 Poppleton ave., Omaha, Neb. All O. R. T. mem- bers are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized more particularly in the interest of telegraphers employed on all roads entering Omaha, who should make special effort to attend our meetings. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall. 307 N. 7th st., 2d Saturday night of each THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, Ind. ; E. H. Boutwell, Secretary-Treasurer. Walton. Ky. Digitized by Google

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962 The Railroad Telegrapher. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meet* 3 p. m. and 7:30 p. m. the 3d Saturday of each month at Assembly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa. M. J. Collins, President, care of C. R. l. & P. Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S. S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West 12th st., Des Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. the 3d Friday of each month at Room 12, 2d floor, Dows Block, 2d ave. and 2d st., Cedar Rapids, Iowa. E. M. Harrington, President, Nevada, Iowa; J. L. Halpin, Secretary-Treas- urer, 512 South 14th st., Cedar Rapids, Iowa. ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB — Meets the 3d Saturday evening of each month at Robidoux Hotel, St. Joseph, Mo.; L. B. Ockerman, Presi- dent, 423 N. 19th st., St. Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Hamburg ave., St. Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on sec- ond Thursday after the third Tuesday of each month at 8 o'clock p. m., at 514 Gaines st.. Little Rook, Ark. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 1st Saturday after 3d Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p. m. at Ballingall Hotel, Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those connected with the C. M. & St. P., Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. & Q. Railways, are urged to attend these meetings. W. C. Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C. F. Ream, S. & T., Graham Flats, comer Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. ®. second Sunday of each month at the Throop Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave^ Topeka. Kan All O. R. T. members are cordially invited tn attend. This club is organized in the interns of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island. Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining v> the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover. President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R A. Powell, Secretary-Treasurer, 812 West Third st., Topeka, Kan. THE PANHOMA TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets Saturday evening following the 21 at ot each month at Southern Hotel, El Reno, Okla Special meetings subject to call of President C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla.; H. T Snodgrass, Secretary-Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon don st., El Reno, Okla. CHEMUNG TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF EL MIRA, N. Y. — Meets subject to call of Presi- dent. M. G. Beach, President, R. D. No. 2 Elmira, N. Y.; W. U. Phillips, Secretary-Treas urer, Horse Heads, N. Y.; B. H. Youmans, First Vice-President, Gillett, Pa.; G. C. Lacey, Sec- ond Vice-President, 116J6 Hospital pi., SayTe, Pa.; C. H. Nagle, Third Vice-President, Elmira. N. Y. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boston & Albany Railway — Thos. M. Coni in, Gen'l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mass.; L. G. Mambert, Gen’l S. & T., Box 105, Woronoco, Mass. Boston Terminal Co. — E. L. Gilley, Gen’l Chair- man, Holbrook, Mass. Boston & Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen’l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of B. & M. Ry., Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen’l Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair- man, Point du Chene, N. B. ; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen’l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A. A. Leonard, Gen'l Chairman, 71 Puntine st., Jamaica, N. Y.; E. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee. 8t Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad — L. J. Manion, Gen’l Chairman, 537 Howard ave.. New Haven, Conn.; M. W. Handy, Secretary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Cons. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, 111. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 963 Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. E. B. SMITH President. P. O. Box 7x6, Atlanta, Ga. MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCfi. Grand Sec.-Treas. aoai Longwood St., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. E. L. MATHIS First Vice-President Greenfield, Tenn. MRS. H. P. BILSON Second Vice-President 1 13 Oakley Ave., Arlington, Baltimore, Md. MRS. J. J. CAMPBELL.... Third Vice-President North Bay, Ontario, Canada. BOARD OF Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Ave., Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. J. R. Hefner, Secretary, Monticello, 111. All correspondence for Thk Telegrapher St. Louis, Mo., so that it will reach hir MRS. J. E. BLACKFORD. .Fourth Vice-President Orland, Cal. MRS. J. B. BENHAM Fifth Vice-President Mankato, Kan. MRS. FRANK OUELLETT .. Sixth Vice-President Box 57, Tecumseh, Ontario, Can. MRS. T. M. BOYD Seventh Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. J. H. McLEAN Eighth Vice-President L'Anse, Mich. DIRECTORS. Mrs. A. Houston, Nashville, Ont., Can. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Centerville, S. D. Mrs. G. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N J. should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, 1 not later than the 5th of the month. Local No. 2, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gen’l Chairman, Centerville, S. D.; Miss Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 132 — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C. Local No. 5, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System.' Meets upon call. Mrs. Nora M. Joyce, Gen'l Chairman, Chitten- ango Station, N. Y.; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gen’l S. & T., Kirksville, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 1x3 — Covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gen'l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y.; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen'l S. 8c T., South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14 — Covers the Norfolk 8c Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman, 21 Tenth ave., S. W., Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. P. C. Win- borne, Gen’l S. St T., Graham, Va. Local No. 9, O. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. L. E. Crandall, Chrisney, Ind., Gen’l Chairman and Acting Secretary; Mrs. R. C. Pender, Gen'l S. 8c T., 429 West Sycamore st., Greensboro, N. C. Local No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Balti- more & Ohio Ry. System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Mary A. Bell, Gen’l Chairman, New Concord, Ohio; Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Gen'l S. 8t T., 2021 Longwood st., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. Local No. xa, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meeting subject to call of Chairman. "Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen'l S. & T., Smithville, Ga. • Local No. 13, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets sub- ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Willison, Gen'l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky.; Mrs. J. W. Anderson, Gen'l S. 8c T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14, O. R. T. Division 93 — Covers the Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gen’l S. & T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31 — Covers the Missouri Pacific System. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence, Gen’l S. 8c T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 15, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen'l S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Digitized by Google

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964 The Railroad Telegrapher. Local No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets ad Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall No. 2, Fraternity Hall, 2224 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mrs. G. W. Hilley, 6 Grant ave., Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, Gen’l S. & T., 1034 Bergen st., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 1 7, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacific Railway System. Meeting sub- ject to call of Chairman. Mrs. W. H. Allison, Gen'l Chairman, 68 Melbourne ave., Toronto, Ont.; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen’l S. & T., Y’erona, Ont. Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53 — Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. H. & S. A. Ry. Meeting subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen’l Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen’l S. & T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130 — Covers the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. Meeting subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. Ik T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. 20, O. R/ T. Division 5 — Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C. Y’ickers, Gen’l Chairman, DeQuincey, La.; Mrs. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. 2 1, O. R. T. Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, GenT Chair man, Elwood, N. J.; Mrs. Helena D. Hitehnex. Gen’l i. & T., Pitman, N. J. Local No. 22, O. R. T. Division 126 — Covers tbr Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Systew. Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. J. A. Tracy, Gen'l Chairman. Calhas. Colo. ; Mrs. C. H. Meador, Gen’l S. & T.. Minco, Okla. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 81 — Covers the Colorado Midland Ry. System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Alice Loveland, Gen’l Chairman, Granite, Colo.; Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen’l S. & T., Ivanhoe, Colo. Local No. 24, O. R. T. Division 54 — Covers the Northern Pacific Ry. System. Meetings sabyect to call of the Gen’l Chairman, Mrs. B. E. Nason, Athol, Idaho; Mrs. Daisy Sherwood. Gen’l S. & T., Centralia, Wash. Local No. 25, O. R. T. Division 39 — Covers the Pere Marquette System. Meetings held time and place of the O. R. T. brothers. Mrs. Minnie M. Morford, President & Gen’l Chair- man; Mrs. Ellen Jacob, Gen'l S. & T.; Mrs. Morris, First Vice-Prest; Mrs. F. N. Stewart, Second Vice-Prest.; Mrs. Bessie Harris, Third Vice-Prest.; and Mrs. Sylvia Johnson, Fourth Vice-Prest.; Mrs. Watson, Chaperone, and Mrs. L. A. Warren, Local Sec. Digitized by v^ooQle

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180 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. i DAYS’ FREE TRIAL! DOLLARSAMONTH! That’s all there is to the proposition we make you on a splendid, genuine i|i« Underwood "SBL Typewriter Don't send a cent, just write us if you want to take advantage of our five days’ free trial offer. No deposit is required. All we want is your permission to send you one of the£e machines on approval. The “mill” must then sell itself. The decision rests entirely with you. You have never seen such typewriter value as we are offering in these Underwood machines. If we were to tell you how good they are you would say we were exaggerating. So we want you to see and use one right in your own office. That's the reason we are making, and make, this five days' free trial offer. If you like it send us only five dollars a month. But you pay not one cent till you have seen and used the machine for five days! Every machine is complete with cover, tools, instruction book, etc. Remember, these machines are guaranteed to be absolutely perfect. They are guaranteed for one year, which is as long as any guarantee. And they are shipped anywhere on approval, without deposit, subject to five days* free trial and examination in your own home or office. If you find the slightest thing to criticise, if you think you can get better value elsewhere for your money — return the machine at our expense. Surely no fairer offer could be made. And, bear in mind, this liberal proposition is made on the Underwood, the acknowledged leader of visible writers, of which over 10,000 are sold every month. And if you are renting a typewriter you can, by paying us a little more each month, own one of these high-grade, standard visible writers in a short time. Just think of it! A few cents a day for ten months and one of these typewriters is yours! SPECIAL! No. 8 Model Underwood with 11-Inch carriage, the regular railway billing machine, at a special low price of $6.00 down and $5.00 a month. $65. Fill out the coupon and mail it today. You take no chances. If the machine is not the greatest value you ever saw, just send it back at our expense. ACT NOW, as we have only a limited number of machines, and they will go like hot cakes on this wonderful offer. When you write, just give us the names of two or three people who know you, merely as an evidence of good faith, also your Division No., etc. Typewriter Sales Company,™]? 36 S. State St., Chicago FREE TRIAL ORDER BLANK Typewriter Sales CoM Dept 12, 36 S. State St, Chicago Gentlemen — Please ship me a No. 4 Underwood Typewriter, F. O. B. Chicago, per your Ad. in Railroad Telegrapher. I will either accept the typewriter within five days of its receipt, or I will return same to you at your If I accept the typewriter I will remit $5.00 within the five days and pay the balance in monthly installments of five dollars each until the price, $58.50, has been paid. Title of machine to remain in your name until machine is fully paid for. Name Address References Required.

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When addressing our -advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GUARANTEED To Pass Any R. R. Inspection America’s Greatest Thin Model 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE. LEVER SET. Complete In AAA17P 25-Year Plaln% VII 13 Polished or VA Tf™ Hand-Engraved Case vr V Read the Factory Descri tion of this Fine Watch: *39 No. 1007 SPECIAL GUARANTEED 25 YEARS Pendant winding. 21 Ruby and Sapphire Jewels, Gold Jewel Settings. Double-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and cap- WR1TE Today lor FREE CATALOG jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance. Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochronlsm. five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self-locking setting device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving inis id with gold, plates beautifully damaskeened and finely finished. ^^NoMoneyDown,$5aMon(h > We have only a limited number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you A • x. xi i x x-L i _ u x a \ wish to carry the very best watch made, you should get your order to us before the present supply is exhausted. Remember this is ster + a genuine 21 jewel, thin model Elgin, guaranteed to pass rail- road inspection anywhere in -the world. Every one of these At. l&Jr ' a genuine 21 jewel, thin model Elgin, guaranteed to watches is thoroughly Timed and Factory Inspected and carries with it an official time rating card from the Factory. Let us send you one on 80 days approvaL Send the Coupon TODAY. HARRIS-GOAR CO. Dept 884 Kansas City, Mo. A ■*- Tn Hovra that Sxlls Mona fxam Watchxs Thax Axr OTUft mi XV tkv Woau>. if f / /

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182 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. TO THE O. R. T— GREETINGS On the occasion of the Ninth Biennial Convention of the O. R. T., I wish to extend my heartiest well-wishes for the continued prosperity and success of the Order. May you get in all the ‘‘Nons” left and make every Division solid from coast to coast. If all you boys only knew how much more and better work you could turn out and, accordingly, put yourselves in line for promotion with the aid of a “Model X Vibroplex,” you would, every one of vou, have one. Ambitious operators send with the “Model X Vibroplex.” It produces dots and dashes from the same contact-point, thus insuring perfect transmission. Horace G. Martin, the inventor of the first transmitting machine, is the manufacturer of the new “Model X," and the workmanship is therefore the result of the years of labor of the inventor himself. u. •» o E n «* « E? Superb for Wireless The Very Best by Every Test Horace G. Martin’S Vibroplex' ’ TRADE-MARK Price, $12.00 Ntc^Pla,^ J4 (JO X Single Lever The Climax in Trans- mitter Design A Thing •f Beauty and a Joy PEE i Ever." Genuine Old-Style Single Lever Horace G. Martin Vibroplex. Agate Pointed Styluses Hudson Word Counters Japanned Base, $10.00 Nickel Flared Base, $12.00 Phillips Code $1.00 Martin Night Letter Counter ... 2.00 J. E. ALBRIGHT, :: 253 Broadway, New York Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX. " V ^ Digitized by'

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 183 r We guarantee to coach free any grad- uate failing to pass the bar examination in any Btate. Our Course covers all branches of Ameri- can Law and includes same studies as the leading Law Schools. 1 ticulam of our Great Seholarehip Offer — A Free and. Prepaid. No obkgntions on you so send coupon or po«Ui RIGHT AW AY. Name Address Great Scholarship Offer l This Tuition Credit , Valued at $ 100.00 WITHOUT CHARGE Positively the most liberal bona fide offer ever made by an Institution of Learning! A Tuition Credit valued at $100.00 without a cent of cost to you. This Tuition Credit entitles you to a complete three years' Course in our big Law School — Lectures, Faculty Talks, Examinations and the services of our Consulting De- partment. The only expense will be for text and postage. We make this liberal offer for auvertising purposes. Offer open for a Limited Time Only. Take advantage of this opportunity NOW. Clip the coupon and mail it to ns for our big Law School Book and full particulare-all FRtlfc— send IMMEDIATELY. University Instruction at Home By our superior and successful method of instruction you can mas- ter the Law AT HOME Just as easily and thoroughly as In the class room of a resident law school. We have had ten years of successful experience in teaching Law by correspondence. Our large and distinguished faculty and staff of special lec- turers insure the most efficient service. Our Course covers both theory and practice— f-epares for the bar in ANY STATE. Wr9 are the only school that art, nally combines o cue and text book method of ln»truction-tame n Harvard, Columbia. Michigan and other biff We Furnish this Magnificent Law Library with Every Scholarship The original coat of this great law library was fully $50,000. This magnificent set of law books, complete in 12 volumes, r'nvpri nil the Rlihierts nf law It la writ ten von r*nn 11 ndnr- covers all the subjects of law. It is written so you can under- stand every detail of the most complex law problems. Constant re- \ vision insureseverythlngbelngstrlctly up-to-date. You cannot afford to b« without this superb law library. Send coupon IMMEDIATELY. Business Law Course *££% X,. ISSS"- expensive law suits. No knowledge is more important nor A practical than knowledge of law. It la the beat guarantee of 8UC- CESS in any buaineaa. / ::v.To7 />/ free s Y i-asMss | on JT*7 Coupon ; y, ivV American Correspon- ! donee School of Lew | S Dept. 25S5, Minhatlan Bldg. . Chlcaio I <y Jr Gentlemen: I would like to | . J* alao your bl* Lew School Book. Plesse send % •V everything FYve and Prepaid. 1 obligate | if myaeir in no way whatever. I Mail This Free Coupon TflflA Vf Hurry I Hurry I Don't mice ■ vSwrw m i out on this great offer. A BEND NO MONEY— lu*t your name and addreea on the coupon and mall it to ua AT ONCE. We will 6 American Correspondence School of Law a Dept 2585 Manhattan Bldg. CHICAGO, ILL. A

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184 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. To the Railroad Men of America This is both the season and the place to express the feeling of deep obligation which the makers of Ball Watches owe to the railroad men of America. For many years the success of this company has been largely dependent upon the prosperity of the men who do the work of the country’s railroads. This fact we have kept before us in all of our dealings with the railroad men, and we believe that without this basis of mutual confidence we could not have built so large or so solid a business as we have built. The reputation which Ball Watches have attained among railroad men is the best evidence that we could have to prove that the square deal does pay. To the Conductors, Engineers, Telegraphers and to the Trainmen we extend our sincere wishes that the approaching conventions will be successful and profitable from every standpoint. The Webb C. Ball Watch Company Ball Building Railway Exchange Flood Building - - Dominion Bank Bldg. Cleveland • Chicago San Francisco Winnipeg Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 185 To Buy That Typewriter HERE IS THE PROPOSITION : We want no money in advance — simply your permission to ship the typewriter for trial. Take it to your office or home and nse it for ten days, exactly the same as though It was your own property— compare it with any. or all other typewriters with which yon are familiar— ask your friends their opinion of it. After ten days if the typewriter is not entirely satisfactory— and we wljl ask you no questions why— you can send it back at our expense and the deal will be closed. If purchased, yon can send us a small amount at end of the ten days’ trial and then a few dollars monthly until paid in full. If you wish to pay all cash you can deduct 5 per cent. Did you ever have a fairer proposition made to you— can you even ask for a fairer one? Look at the illustration of our New Fox Visible Typewriter, model No. 24, and compare it with any other typewriter you have ever seen or used. Here is a really Visible Typewriter— note that the writing line is on top in plain view, and that the type bars rise from where they are lying and strike the platen in full view of the operator and in a direct Tine of vision, and that all of w hat you have written remains in full sight until the paper has been removed from the typewriter. Compare tills with those old-style typewriters that some typewriter concerns are still advertising as “visible,” but on which the writing line is beneath the type bars, and you have to look down into them— or between them— to try and see what you have written. color Ribbon with Automatic Movement and Removable Spools, Interchangeable Carriages and Platens, Card Holder, Stencil Cutting Device, Variable Line Spacer and Line Lock with Key Release. This is the Fox Typewriter, the typewriter we manufacture— this is the typewriter that we will send to any reader of The Railroad Telegmpher anywhere in the United States, all express charges fully paid— no deposit required— no "red tape”— no delay— no obligation to buy, and. if purchased after trial, you can pay us a little down— whatever you can spare— and the balance in small monthly payments. Local Agents Wanted — Samples at Wholesale We still have left just a few of those Fox Visible Typewriters that we told you about last month that have been used slightly for demonstration and for show Eurposes. These typewriters are not second-hand nor rebuilt and positively could not e told from new by anyone. The Operator w'ho needs a typewriter and does not write us about this stock is passing up S«d Me Special Offer lo Operator. sure and write today. Fox Typewriter Co. 3605-3615 Front Avenue The Railroad Telegrapher Name Grand Rapids Michigan Address Digitized by V. joogie

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186 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 1 334567890iipoiuytrew<iasdf ghlkl: e/. ,mnbvox* l ( ) *{ POIUITREWQASDFGHJKL : 8? . TMNBVCXZ L, C. Smith & Bro. , Don't suppose that it is any news to you how your maohines stand up. The above shows the oondition of my maohine after eight years in a rail road telegraph offioe where itjwas oommon property with all the operators. A competitor of yours told se ’ when I bought my Smith that it would be alright for a while but would not stand up after a time. I have never spent a oent for repairs and it is as good to day as it ever was and I would not trade it for any other make os the market for $10.00 boot. Yours truly, 1 V. A. Downey, Agent. C. B. & Q, R. R. Pleasant Dale, Neb., 13/18-13. THIS TELLS THE STORY Write for free book to L. C. SMITH * BROS. TYPEWRITER COMPANY, SYRACUSE, N. Y. Digitized by tjOOQLe

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. You , Who Work tor a Living , Will Be Interested in This Storyl On the first of January, a man who had been employed by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, in one of the important departments in the general offices at Baltimore, stepped into, the office of the Superintend- ent and said: “Mr. Superintendent, I’ve been with the B. & O. for fourteen years today. I've been a faith- ful and efficient man and l would like to have more money than lam getting.” The Superintendent Replied: th7i£?th5 you have oeen with tho road fourteen years and I know that you have a clean record. In fact, I believe you wore with the K. & O. for eight years before I came here, and /or six years before I ever did any railroad work at all. I know you are competent to do the work you are doing. and I ain perfectly willing to recommend an advancement for you, but not for the work yon are doing now. I am not authorized to pay any more for that work than you are now g etting; if 1 w re, you vou'd have been getting it long ago. But I’ll tell you what I will do. I will give you another job that pays more money. “What other job around here can you fill?” That last question was a stunner! W hat other job around there could this man till when he had been at one desk all ins life, doing only one kind of work? The result of the interview was that this perfectly capable, sober and honest, man had to remain at his old job. not becai se tho superintendent was unwilling to advance not bemuse there w s no better job in that office, but BROAl 8L THE MAN WAS NOT CAPABLE Of MIXING ANY OTHER JOB. In other words, opportunity knocked at his door, found him unprepared for the call, and had to pass on without entering. How about your own case? Where would you be if opportunity knocked ar your door, or if you went out and found Mr. Opportunity ” and cornered him for an interview? Suppose this B. & O K. R. man had been putting in, any. only one hour each evening— probably the hour lie actually wasted In amusement or idlem-w. during all these fourteen years, preparing himself for a borer i luce? Suppose he had been able to say to the superintendent: 1 * I can fill either one of those vacancies in the tariff bureau which must be filled shortly “ or / can fill Jones * job in the Accounting Department when he is promoted the first of the month. What first would have been necessary to enable him to have made such statements? Preparation, Competency and Training. How often have you heard it said that men usually st ay at one desk a natural lifetime in the railroad business! Do you know the real reason why railroad men remain at one desk al-'uys? The trouble is not with the railroads. It is with the men themselves. Consider, for -example, James J. Hill, who arose from telegr ph operator to Pre ident of the Great Northern Railway; Samuel Rea. who began ns c‘>ainman and rod man and nr.»«-tot' e Pro«ideney of tho Pennsylvania Rail- road; ami Wm. J. Harahan, President of the Seaboard Axr Line Railway, w ho began usoffice boy for the superintendent of the L & N UK. Do you suppose these big rail road men con Id have advanced as they have without study and preparation? New Jobs Now Open— Earn from $35 to $100 Weekly as Traffic Managers Modern transportation is a jungle of routes and rates, calling for spec.ali U, who like the pathfinders of old. have export knowledge of the trails of trajfic. H«m to route ship- ment to obtain shortest mile qc and quickest deliveries and how- to classify goods to obtain lowest rates are two vital Tactow In business competition. Tho man who knows how is so valuable to hlseaiployer that hecommands respect and big remuneration. New and Uncrowded Profession There are half a mill ion LARGE SHIPPERS in the United ^ States. Practically every one of them needs an expert J traffic man. and tins nc-d is reeognixed as never beforf #r because of the recently enacted railroad rate laws / w , . _ ...... „.aPuimi The demand aw because of tho recently emu-tea ruurouu ruw * and interstate commerce regulations. J he demand J for trained and efficient traffic men is many times J greater than the supply. There s room for you. y Study Traffic and / LaSalle Interstate Commerce / Extension Decide now to become a traffic man. University Our let rut'll*? Commerce course enables you S . to i-tudv AT HOwE. without leaving your # Dept. 1Z5, IhlCagO occupation or sacrificing present income. J Clin connon below, sign and / I am interested in the trail at once and we will send you f new profession — 1 raffle FREE, postpaid, our valuable book , # Management. Please send ••7Vn bar*' / rom^iowj in jvt, me ‘ Ten Years’ Promotion / in One” and full information o?*thi» attractive profession. V and Traffic Book free of ul 1 cost. 77 book is u’orth a dollar f of anv man'# money, but 4 it its free whilo they last. f .4 N a me ............... LaSALLE EXTENSION UNIVERSITY, Dept. 125, CHICAGO y* - ' ' Occupation.. Other Courses: LAW. HIGHER ACCOUNTANCY, BUSINESS / ADMINISTRATION. BUSINESS ENGLISH, BOOKKEEPING. / Address piMt

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188 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $3.00 a Month Boys this L. C. Smith PERFECT MACHINES ONLY. NOT DAMAGED OR SHOPWORN. CwnpUto Outfit, Tools, Rubber Covers Ribbon, Carbon Paper, Full Instruction for comet operating. NOTHING EXTRA TO BUY. FREE TRIAL FIVE DAYS Try Before You Buy. No Cash Now. $9.30 after Trial. Then $3.00 per Month. No Chattel Mortgage. No interest or publicity of any kind to these Installment Payments. ONLY $48.3 O ALL THE WRITING ALWAYS IN SIGHT Back Spacer, Tabulator, Marginal Release Key, Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer, Platen Release, Paper Release, Automatic Ribbon Reverse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color Ribbon and Stencil Cutter. Single Shift Keyboard of Standard Universal Arrangement writing 76 Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer, verse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color characters — writing 84 characters, $2.00 extra. Every machine has Ball-bearing Type Bars, Ball-Bearing Shift and Ball-bearing Carriage. Every practical improvement that you could buy in any of the latest Standard Typewriters. You can not imagine the beautiful perfection of theae typewriters until you see and try one; the up-to-date equip- ment places this offer far in advance of any offer ever made. Never before In the history of the typewriter bawneas has a typewriter so up-to-date and of such perfect quality been offered at anywhere near this price. I only have a limited supply; be sure and get yours. Don't Delay, Act Taday. APPROVAL ORDER BLANK HARRY A. SMITH, 180- RR North Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Whip to me by the Express Company, F. O. B. Chicago, the L. C. Smith Typewriter described above on five days* FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days aftqr I receive the typewriter and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $48.30, then the typewriter becomes my property. Until I have paid you $48.30 the title remains in you. Otherwise I agree to notify you during the Free Trial Period that I don’t want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you give the standard guarantee for one year. Name Post Office Address. Stale Shipping Address.. REFERENCES: Give the names of two or three business or profes- sional men or a bank. MAY. ■ -Digitized try*"

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When addreseing our advertisers, please mention The Kailroa<f Telegrapher. tio Are you satisfied on pay day? When your pay envelope is handed you do you feel there’s more than enough there to make both ends meet? In other words, does your sa/ary grow with your needs? Does Your Salary Grow With Your Needs Do you want to earn more? You CAN . Do you want to Secure a better position? You CAN. Do you want to follow some line of work that really appeals to you ? You CAN . In your own home and spare time do you want to acquire the training that will make all this possible ? You CAN . The thing for you to do to learn how you can, is to mark the attached coupon and mail it today to the International Correspondence Schools. Without charging you a penny or placing you under any obliga- tion the I. C.S. will explain just how you can become proficient in some chosen, well- paid occupation. Thousands of other ambitious men have won success through I.C. S. help. Salary increases due to I. C. S. help are voluntarily reported at the rate of over 400 a month. The I. C. S. didn’t care where these men lived, what they did, what they earned, what little ichooling, cash, or spare time they had — so long as they could read and write, and Twenty-ont ''were ambitious, the years of J. C. S. way was unparalleled success open — just as it In raising salaries proves js opcn t0 you. the ability of the I. C. S. make YOUR salary outgrow youF needs. The first step is YOURS — mark and mall the coupon now. * ♦ ♦ ♦ International Correspondence Schools ♦ ♦ Box H5, Scranton. Pa. • ♦ ♦ ♦ Please explain . without further obligation on my part, 4 how I can quality lor the position, trade, or profession before which 1 have marked X. # a ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Telegraph Engineer Telephone Engineer Civil Engineer Poultry Raising Automobile Running Mine Superintendent Mine Foreman Plumbing, Steam Fitting Concrete Construction Stationary Engineer Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Draftsman Electrical Engineer Electrical Wireman Agriculture Civil Service S£®i!,h Architect ft™*. Chemist Banking ,,*,Un Building Contractor Architectural Draftsman Commercia 1 Illustrating Window Trimming Show-Card Writing Advertising Man Stenographer Bookkeeper Salesmanship * ♦ • ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ • ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ # ♦ ♦ Name • ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ • ♦ Street and No. « ♦ ♦ • • ♦ ( ity State ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ * Present Occupation ♦ ♦ •

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190 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. FOR YOUR DIVISION CARD You’ll w*nt one of the,e hand- I UU II some combination card m cases. They have a transparent pocket, just the right aize, and are embossed in gold on the outside with the initials O. It. T. Slade on our own Sat en ted machines — hence excep- onally low-priced. No. 8 (like cut) — Hade of Genuine Enellsh Calf Leather, black; has a transparent pocket, memorandum book, card pocket and a secret bill fold. Price $1.60 No. 23 — Made of Genuine French Arlole Leather, black ; has a transpar- ent pocket, three card pockets and a secret bill fold. Price $1.00 Money refunded If not satisfied. Buy from maker and save mer- chant’s profit. Don't delay — send for one at once. ^ . T. REDINS MFC. CO. 6046 Bnperlor Ht., Cleveland, Ohio EVERYBODY WANTS BETTER | LIGHT. HERE IT IS & This new 100 to 700 candle power light turns up and down like gas. One-third cost of electricity, gas or Kerosene. For home, church or store. Anyone can oper- ate. Perfection guaranteed or money back. Write for catalog (R. R. T.), Dept. 39. Agents Wanted. BrllllantCae Lamp Company 182 North State Street, Chicago, Illinois Price $7.50 Made $30 First Day B. Basha, of Bell Island, foundiand, did this with our CHAMPION Minute Photo Machirw That beginners make such profit the start, shows that no cnee Is needed In this w money-making business. Bock, Willow Hill. Pa^ took In SS5 /* 1 WMI in one day. Vernard Baker, Hoi- brook, Neb., $29.90. Jas. F. Wende. Ashton. Jdaho. $26. C. V Lovett, Ft. Meade. Fla., made $50 in one day. l iuemg testimonials are just afew of many hundreds we hare oa 4J*. Pictures in Post Cards ana on Buttons all the rage at Fairs. Carnivals. Picnics, Resorts, Schools. I>epoLa. Factories, onstreets-anywherc-everywhere. Our Obans-I glon Camera takes pictures sire 2,4x3 W. 1*4x2 H tnd uttons. Finishes complete photo in 30 seconds; 300 as hour. A'o dark room. uttons. Finishes complete photo in 3 our. A'o dark room . Easiest, quickest, biggest noser maker known. Small investment. About gSc profit oe each dollar you take in. Be own host. Write at for Free Book, Testimonials and Liberal Offer. 00„ AMERICAN MINUTE PHOTO CO. 2214 Ogden A Dept. R 814 Chicago. I Stop Using a Truss STUARTS PIAPAO - PASS are different from the truss, being medicine applicators made salf-adbaahra pur- posely to hold the parts se- curely In place. No straps, buofcles or sprlapa— cannot slip, so aaaaot chafe or press against the pubic hone. Thousands have suc- cessfully treated themselves at home without hindrance Fm-SbOb from work, and conquered MtfMtdaL the most obstinate cases, tnsiftfc. Soft as velvet— aesy te apply— leespeealve. Awards* Gold Medal and Grand Prlx. Process of recovery is nsfca- ral, so no further use for trass. We prove vtotvej by sending you Trial “* ” — te us TOOAY, >r trass, we prove what are eay o. FREE Plapao Laboratories, Block 2M, 8L Louis, So. When You Buy a Mill It will pay you to consider the following merits of the Model 10 Visible 5ndfi Render It is the only typewriter Laving one key for every cLaracter. TLis makdfcit tLe easiest macLine to learn and one of tLe simplest to operate. It is tLe only typewriter on wLicL everything is visible , from eacL and ejMty cLaracter on tLe keyLoard to tLe writing on tLe paper. It Las a KgLt toucL, an easy action, reliability in service, and comp noiselessness . It never interferes witL tLe sounder. TLese qualities mi SmitL Premier mill a special favorite witL telegrapLers. Write to us for our easy payment terms. Smith Premier Department Remington Typewriter Company Digitized by VjOOQLC 325-331 (Incorporated) Broadway, New York

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 101 IF YOU THINK That your typewriting ability cuts but little figure in determin- ing your salarji, get this free book and learn how hundreds of your fellow-Telegraphers have won BIG INCREASES by acquiring speed and accuracy on the machine. If You Want More Speed— More Salary Study the Tulloss Touch System. New method, entirely different from all others, quickly brings the expert’s speed and accuracy^— the expert's salary. Spe- cial Finger Training Exercises bring results in days that ordinary methods will not produce in months. Spare-time study. No interference with regularwork. For beginners or experienced operators. Why be satisfied with a medium ability, and a medium salary, when by only a few weeks’ spare-time study you can change from “sight” to “touch,” from aver- age ability to expert, — make your work demand the high-grade salary? Send for our new 64=Page Free Book It fully describes this fast and accurate salary-raising method. Gives complete outline of lessons. Filled with new ideas and valuable suggestions. Tells how high speed is gained — how to avoid errors — what practice work is best. It will tell you more about actual practical touch typewriting than most instruction books. One reader writes: “I got more real help from your FREE Book t han from an entire business college course.” Any typewriter user may have a copy \ absoliUelufree. Send for your copy Y today. There is no expense, no obli- jX gation. You cannot afford to be without the information this book A contains. Send now . AND THE SALARY IS S SURE Are You Equipped for the Big -Salaried Place To be capable of holding down the high- grade position you must be speedy and accurate in typewriting. You can send without the typewriter — but you can not receive in the modern, efficient, salary-de- manding way unless you arc skilled on the machine. You must be so skilled that you write by "second nature,” — entirely obliv- ious of the typewriter itself — your undi- vided attention on the ticking of the key. That is Touch Typewriting , the mastery of which we want you to attain. The Tulloss Touch Writer operates his typewriter automatically — without thinking for an Instant of the operation. He has only to think the words as they sound into his ears from the key, and the fingers will of them- selves find their way to the proper type- writer keys. He never need look at nis hands, or the keyboard. Should the lights go out while he is writing, he can go right on writing with absolute accuracy at the very highest rate of speed, for he can write Just as well in the dark, as in broad daylight. Precisely such an ability as that — seemingly hard to attain, and by ordinary methods so difficult as to be almost impossible— You can attain— WE UNRESERVEDLY GUARANTEE IT. A few weeks’ spare time study will increase your speed up to 75 to 90 words a minute — will bring your accuracy up to tho per- fection point — will make you MASTER of REAL touch typewriting. Don’t be a slave to your machine. Master it, make it your servant — and it will aid you mightily toward the better salary and bigger career you are ambitious for. If you are willing to be shown how you can, in this easy way, positively and quickly increase jfour ability and income, Just fill out and mail this coupon. The book which giv^s full information about this salary raising method will be sent you by return mail, tree of charge. THE TULLOSS SCHOOL 0FT0UCH TYPEWRITING 245 College Hill. Springfield. 0. . Send This Coupon Nob) ^ School c Touc Typewriting 245 Collere Hill Springfield, Ohio Flea *e tend me free of all charge your book on Expert T

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192 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $200 A MONTH BE YOUR OWN BOSS If yon ar« making less than $50 a week you should write us today. We can help yon to wealth and in- dependence by our plan. You can work when ybu please, where you please, always have money and the means of making barrels more of it. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE to start out from home on a combined business ami pleasure trip, stay at the best hotels, and live like a lord and clean up $10 every day. Work at amusement places, crowded street corners, manufacturing institutions, anywhere and everywhere, ten minutes' walk from home or on the other aide of the globe. Just set a machine up any place you happen to select, and clean up $10 above operating expenses each and every day. PAPER POST CARDS DIRECT Mv proposition is the WONDERFUL NEW COMBINATION CAMERA, with which you can take and Instantaneously develop eleven entirely different styles of pictures including Buttons, four styles and sizes of Paper Post Cards and six styles of Tintype Pictures. Every place Is developed without the use of Aims or negatives, and Is ready to deliver to your customer In less then a minute after making the exposure. This REMARK- ABLE INVENTION takes 100 pictures an hour. Everybody wants pictures, and each sale you make advertises your business and makes more sales for you. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Simple Instructions accompany each Outfit and you can begin to make money in fifteen minutes after the outfit reaches you. A trilling investment will get this WONDERFUL OUTFIT for you and put you in a position to make $2,500 a year. If you wunW to be Independent ana absolutely your own boss, write me today and I will send you by return mall, full free Information regarding this WONDERFUL PROPOSITION, Including letters offering positive proofs from every part of the world. DON’T DELAY, ANSWER THIS ANNOUNCEMENT TODAY. L. LASCELLE, Mgr. 627 W. 43d St.# Dept. 973, New York, U. S. A. Not Imitation — A Marvelous Reconstructed Ceos —the greatest triumph of the electric furnac**- Will cut glass — stands filing, fire and acid tests like a diamond— guaran teed to contain iiTt*hlmgtoa in., St. Loala -Ideal Operator’s Car IT IS THE STBOMBEST. LIBHTEST RU HUB CAB MOOT This single-seated car Is fitted with ball- bearings, rubber tires, and detachable luggage basket and tool bag completely equipped. __ suit any for standard (4x9% Inches) gauge or wider, the front wheels may be folded back under the car, reducing It to a more compact form for handling or storing. These cars possess abundant strength and durability, and are widely used on rough mountain railroads and logging and mining roads, which abound in steep grades and sharp curves. They are gear- ed to suit grade con- ditions. The standard gear is 62; option 62, 68 and 73. Its net weight is sixty-five pounds. It may be fitted with our detachable front •eat, which weighs but fifteen pounds. This remarkable testimonial Is from A. F. Grey, Agent, N. Y., N. H. & H. R. R.. Charles River, Mass, "The car is a wonder. It hasn’t cost me one cent for repairs since I first hsd it, and sum- mer and winter I have made five miles per day, including Sun- days. In other words. I have ridden miles without eve n having to tighten a nut. What surprised me most of all, was the fact that the car rode gracefully over half an inch of snow on top of rails. One hundred dollars would not buy my car today, unless I knew that you were stifl in business and could ship another promptly.” Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR CO., Hagerstown, ImL, U. S. A.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 198 ay a Ye |HOME FURNISHING I Ylflf ' it is , smi Jlllf* M ^iisSSI CEND Your Name and address on a postal for this latest, biggest Book of Home Furnishings ever published— 396 pages. You be the judge and the jury at our rink. Study real bargain facta. Compare prices and quulity with local dealer’s or any others be foro ordering If you wish. But don’t waste money needlessly since we save you 15 to CO per cent. Over 1.000 0C0 families have done just as we ask you to do and are ourregular customers. You can do the same. Open a charge account with us and order what you please. Pay us as you please on our long time, easiest payment plan. Take 30 Days’ Free Examination in your home (money back and . . , . . . _ . , , . freight paid both ways if not absolu- satisfied.) Order any of 7.000 highest quality, brand new, latest stvle Homo Furnish- . Carpets Rugs, Chairs, lables. Bets. Curtains. Stoves. Baby Carriages. Bedding*, Bicy- cles, Clock*. Cameras, Dishes aud Glassware, Jewelry, Guns. Silverware, Phonograph Rec- IRTMfllfSI § * - ^ I ■SHAKTrtANr:® I CHICAGO I ortlHj etc. -in fact everything to make homo happier and a better place to livu In. Write ua today— a postal Over a Year to Pay on Easy Credit PaymentslSave 15% to 50 % Cash No matter where you live or who you are you can have credit on easiest, longest time payments for anything that”Hartman”make« or sells. Ho why not open your charge account A A /\ n AA 9 All %• »■» ■« M rt , . /) 4 a A a «. ■ i t ga MA % A ’ . . — I. * _ a.^.. • - 1 - 1 Si 1 SV ^ ^ j ^ - at once? All you need is to write us. Wo ship your order immediately. No delays, and it comes to you at one time — all together. No stringing along w ith several shipments. Our Factor! e^Warahouses and^lffice* are .the largest of any Furniture Selling Concern on rNo. 555 New One-Motion Col- lapsible Go-Cart A great blessing for mother and child, easily and quickly handled. ‘ — '-,r -- built and will never get out ... stantaneous motion folds cart aa shown In illu-tration. All steel construction, covered with Imperial leather— soft easy seat, half inch rubber tires. Sold In re- Te rum, 50c cash, SOc monthly 0.565 Lawn Swlncr Bargain Earth selling direct to the user by mull. Ho we can supply everything quickest. Our freight shipping facilities are also the best. W o also guarantee safe delivery in good order, care- fully packed and in first-class oonwltion. The risk is all ours and the raifrouda— not yours. Have your money by deciding to find out right away— write a postal now to HflRTM AN FURNITURES CARPET CO. Iinil I III rill 3916 Wentworth he. Chicago Largest, oldest and best known home furnishing concern In the world ^ » Established 1855— 58 Years of Success— 22 Great City Stores— 1,000.000 Families As Regular Customers — Write Us At Once Your Name and Address on a Post Card Brings You the Above 396- Page Book ot 7000 Home Furnishing Bargains hold. four passenger* und is exception- ally wall made and durable. Poets nr- $4.95 Terms, 50c cash. SOc monthly Rocker Bargain This magnificent beautiful. American Quartered Oak Rocket finished and pol- ished to perfection. Upholstered with Imperial leather over Monarch ataal spring construction. Mi* OQ bargain at ^ Terms, 50c cash, SOc monthly FREE Our New Astor gray and white enamel Ref rigerator— the very latest construction. Outside hardwood cose is finished with rich gray enamel, polished. Inside provision chamber is pure white enamel, has wire shelves. Removable drain pipe -galvanized iron removable ice chamber and rack.. Sold with our protective legal guaranty: Site 43 inches high. 24 inches wide, 16 inches 64 $10.85 Terms, 9 i/fd?aiih. monthly

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ANOTHER TYPEWRITER INNOVATION The Typewriters Distributing Syndicate now makes another offer — no less in importance than its Famous Low Price Offers, accepted by so many of the readers of this magazine. This is another great move in the plan of this Syndicate to make universal typewriting a reality. I .00 PER MONTH f\ A BUYS THIS ^ h 3. - mm) fcia® VISIBLE ^ TYPEWRITER M §mm ’V— J The Famous Model Wo. 3 Oliver. that makes visible writing mechanically practical. This machine is So Simple that Children r«t. learn to operate it in ten minutes. Yet, so fast that experts choose it So strong that shrewd business men select it. $4.00 a Month is the Regular Rental Rate j sell at this rate. The machine you get is just as fully equipped, just as perfect as tho you paid ^4 You get every perfection, every device which ever went out with this Model. You get all the extras — metal cover, baseboard, tools, instruction book, and the broadest guarantee. The Offers of Ajf Syndicate have astounded the Typewriter World 1 They are a stupendous and far-reaching inducement to encourage the universal use of typewriters. No Cash Until You See It. Until ytu try i, in.y°ur **®m® ,°r office. Then — I you make your decision. No salesman to influence or worry you. If you keep it you pay only $4 down. It will earn its own way thereafter. Gfan PflVllld in 1 3 Month Only $56 in all. No interest. No chattel prop raying m ill moncns, mortgageJ, No publicity. No delay. Po«tively best typewriter value ever given. est selling-plan ever devised. If You Own a Typewriter Now Trade it in as part payment We will be liberal with you. Send your name and address on the coupon and we will tell you more about this unusual offer — more about this splendid typewriter. It won’t cost you anything. You won’t be under any obliga- tion— and we promise not to send a salesman. Tear out the coupon NOW — Lest you forget Typewriters Distributing Syndicate 166G19 North Michigan Blvd. :: Chicago O O U R O IM Typewriters Distributing Syndicate, 1*6019 North Michigan Blvd., Chicago Gentlemen : You may Bend, without placing me nW may obligation, further information of your typewriter ofer. j Address My old machine is a No. . Digitized by

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 195 AS USUAL the winner used a Remington. We are speaking of the Kansas City Tournament. The winner of the receiving contest was Mr. J. Purcell, Jr., who came within an ace of beating the world’s record. Mr. Purcell used a Remington Typewriter Ask the opinions or take a vote among any number of “mill” operators and you will find that there is “nothing to it” but the Remington. The average teleg- rapher swears by the Reming- ton because he knows the Remington and he knows what he wants. He knows by experi- ence that the Remington is the swiftest machine; the most de- pendable machine; the machine that never quits on him, but is always there with the goods. Send for our latest booklet, “Some Points on the Visible Remingtons.” Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere All the Exhilarating Joys of Life - Strength - Youth may be returned to you through Vibration . For Vibration is Life itself . It will chase away the years like magic. Every nerve, every fibre in your whole body wil I fairly tingle with the force of your own awakened power! Stagnation simply cannot exist. You aie made over new from brad to foot. All the keen relish, the pleasures of youth, fairly tbrob within you. Your blood is sent bumming alone through every vein, artery and uny capillary All the poisonous matters in youf system are washed away. Every organ is put in perfect working order. Your self-confidence —your self-respect are increased a hundred fold. Yes. Vibra- tion will do alt this and mVc. much more. And it is within your reach. You can enjoy its wonder-working powers right at borne, right tn the privacy of your own room. You ;an give yourself the same identical treatments which you would receive in the offices of the world’s most famous special- ists— all without extra charge. -(S~ “fe Special Offer for The White Cross a Limited Time For a short time only we are making a remarkable Special Introductory Offer on the White Cross Electric Vibrator — ama/mg discounts — actual rock bottom prices direct if you act at once. Electric Vibrator Is the result of years of work and experi- ment. It is absolutely perfect. If you have your house wired for electricity, you can connect it up as easily as an electric lamp: If not. ft will run per- fectly on its own batteries. FREE RODIC Sign the coupon and mail It to >♦ us today. Get our splendid big FREE book telling you all about tbe marvels of Vibration. Read what scientistssay about it. Post yourself on what it will do for you. Learn all about the White Cross Elec trie Vibrator and our limited offer. You are under no obligations at all— all you need to do is to send the coupon today — you can send postal card or a letter, but __ coupon will do Just as well. Lindstrom-Smith Co. 218 S. Wabash Av. Dask2585 Chicago. III. J? Smith Co. *♦^18 S. Wabash Av Desk 2585 y Chicago, Illinois & Without any obligations on tny part, please send e. free and prepaid, your free book on Vibration, full par- ticulars of the White Cross Vibra- tor and your Special 60- Day Offer. V Address ...... WRITE PLAINLY Digitized by Google

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196 When iddreuing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. $1200.00 IN COLD CASH Made, Paid and Banked in 30 days, by Stoneman— $15000.00 To Date Reader, this offer la open to you- cash — can be your*. You and you alone by waiting too -thla money — the cold „ /vi ' long can lose It. Investigate todav— ' r name and ad( -this very minute. the proof. Send your name and address —but NO MONEY— f $1000.00 PER MAN PER COUNTY Don’t worry — don’t find excuses — no experience Is necessary- - business supplies the capital. You don’t have to wait a month — not even a week — payments can start theflrstday— and continue dally up to $ 1,000.00 per month, per county. For years we have been quietly picking men from all walks of life, ministers, clerks, farmers, preachers, doctors, lawyers, teachers and so on — enabling them with our co-operation and $50. 000. 00,- appropriation to get what we here offer and can do for you — $1,000.00 per man. per county. Some of these men you may know — possibly have envied without understanding the reason of their prosperity. INVESTIGATE AND BE AMAZED fiS-“J£p: accept no other kind. Either we have the best thing that ever happened or we're colossal liars. Ask Schleicher, minister, whether it’s true that he received $195 Twelve Hours After Appointment Langley, liveryman, $115 first day: Rasp, agent, $1 685 in 73 days: Beem, solicitor. $164.25 weekly lor 12 weeks: Korstad, farmer, $2,212 In a few weeks; Zimmerman, farmer, $3,856 In 30 days: Juell. clerk, $6,800; Hart, farmer, $5,000; Wilson, cashier, $3,000 In 30 days. Let us refer you to these men. to the U. S. Government, to banks, business houses, noted people at home and abroad. Heed this caution from Chas. Starr, of Mich., who writes. “Sorry this field Is closed. Should have acted sooner but was skeptical. Your local man’s great success has set everybody talking and proves 1 was a chump. Won- derful what a man can do with a real opportunity.’* Then read this from Lodewick, who acted quickly: “Lucky I answered ad. It’sgreat. Money coming fast.” Which will you be, Starr, the victim of “neglected opportuni- ties,” or Lodewick, the ‘ early bird. To escape Starr's fate, send your postal this very minute — Spend One Cent to Make Thousands Strange Invention startles world. Gives every home that Jong-desired blessing, a modern bath room with hot and cold running water facilities foronly $6.50. No plumbing — no water works — self-heating. Only ten minutes to Install. Gives cleansing plus friction, massage and shower baths In any room. Equivalent to any $200 bath room. Over 200,000 delighted users. Used by U. 8. Government. More remarkable than this invention is our startling plan of universal distribution t hrough special represent- atives who become virtually profit-sharing partners in a business that’s Immense— exciting — fascinating— dignified — and above all, has enabled them, will enable you to get $1,000.00 per month, per county. Asking to be shown doesn't obligate you one bit. Investigate today by all means. ALLEN MF6. CO., 3689 Allen Bldg., Toledo, 0. The Sears-Roebuck Furniture Book Is a Dollar Saver Whether you need a small piece of furniture or a whole set. the Sears- Roebuck Furniture Book will save you many dollars. It is full of bar- gains that are all guaranteed to give you the best satisfaction or your money will be returned promptly. An Example of Value Dresser, shown below, is made of oak. with quartered oak front, golden gloss finish; three curved front top drawers; wood knobs: carved claw feet; base. 22x45 inches; French bevel plate mirror. 24x30 inches; bracket shelf below miiTor : rounded mirror frame and standards: fitted with sliding casters. Price, only $14.85 — worth $25.00. Write postal now — ask for Furniture Book No. 7oR57 SEARS. ROEBUCK and TOBACCO HABITiiTmts I oner a genuine, guaranteed remedy for tobacco or snuff habit, in 73 hours. It ii mild, pleasant, strengthening. Ovcroomea that peculiar nervouaneM and craving for cigarette*, cigar*, nine, chewlaa tobacco or inulf. One man In 10 ean use tobacco without apparent iniurj. to tha other 9 la poisonous and ser- -C.IW* heart failure, lung trouble, catarrh, melancholy, neurasthenia. 1m potency, loss of mem- DIIIMIIIA orj and will powar, impure (poisoned) blood, rheumatism, lumbago, sciatica, neutritis. heartburn tornld llwee "UIIIIB1 f°“i b1r®ath’ lassitude, lack of ambition, weakening and falling out YOUR of hair and many oilier disorders. It 1* unsafe and torturing to attempt to cure yourself of tobacco or snuff habit a ■ p m SFfiRFT ®trtn*th«Q weakened, irritated membranes and nerves and genutnelyovercome the craving You can quit to- JJLz jjjut thed wondrjf^l *aHth0U‘ Md b*.tt*r whU« fetUn* always in robust health. My*FREF. book tells aU Cr 13 k Tm *bou* wonderful 8 day* Method. Inexpensive, reliable. Also Rccret Motlwwf <h'r mnnn.Hr.. h.hit la r tt Es EL another without bU kaowledge. FuU particulars including mv book on Tobacco and VnulT Habit “ ■ «4 8htt,uA;r ■ssb: SSSJes Digitized bvvjQuQ'16 I

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When addressing our, advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 197 0. R.T. OPERATORS WHO HAVE BEEN DEMANDING THE MECOGRAPH No. 3 WE ARE NOW PRE- PARED to make deliv- eries on this most pop- ular model which thou- sands of op- erators have pronounced to be “the best telegraph transmitter brains, skill and tools can produce.’* With this Instrument you can transmit that even, uniform, rhythmic Morse that the boys along the line like to hear. The Mecogrnph No. 3 became Justly popular due to the facta that: It carries perfectly over the longest and heaviest circuits In the country. Scientifically designed and so simple In construction there Is nothing to get out of order. Adjustments that anyone quickly understands and Is easily adjusted to all wire conditions. Its sending is even and uniform and may be made light or heavy, fast or slow, at the will of the operator. A simple, compact, durable Instrument, that can be depended on to give you a lifetime of reliable service. You take no chances. Our guarantee means “Your money back If your are not fully satisfied.' Fair enough, Isu’t It? Price $11.00 — Nickel-plated Base and Rigging. Write today for Valuable Free Booklet. MECOGRAPH CO. 328 Blackstonc Bldg.. CLEVELAND. ., U. S. A. Save $25 TO $75 On First Cost- Then -MORE HEAT— I WITH LESS FUEL Are you willing. to pay $25 to $75 more for a fur- nace not nearly as good as the Kalamazoo? Cer- tainly not. especially when the Kalamazoo gives greater heat and cuts down fuel bills. Furna<jp and complete fittings shipped direct at factory price. 30 Days Free Trial — Cash or Credit You don’t keep the Kalamazoo unless it proves in sendee that it can heat your house perfectly at minimum expense. Convenient payments. We pay freight charges. Furnace Book Free Gives you facts that will save you money in buying, installing and operating your furnace. We're glad to mail it free— write a request on a postal— Ask for catalog: No. 944. Kalamazoo Stove Co., Mfrs., Kalamazoo, Mich. We have two other catalogs, one describing Heating and ('ookiug Stoves, the other describ- ing Gas Ranges. Which one do you wish? A Kaianv&zoe pi Direct to You to,r The Abraham Lincoln of Today That is, any high-minded, self reliant young man who is ambitious to study law— need not walk miles to borrow a few law books, sprawl on a hard floor, and read by tho light of a pine knot, without help or encouragement, as did the Lincoln of bygone years. . He may sit in comfort in his own room, in an easy chair, and, by gas or electric light, read from the complete law library which we deliver at nis home, under the instruction and inspiration of the master legal minds of the day. He may have a thorough University training in the law, at home, by enrolling for the La Salle Home Study Law Course This is the only home-study law course offered by a groat educational institution, the only one of UNIVERSITY GRADE. . _ . Special texts, modem, authoritative, standard, are writ- ten by twenty-six distinguished members of the great univer- sity law school faculties— Harvard.Chicago, Michigan. Illinois, W is- consin— La Salle Course is the only means of studying under suen favorable auspices without attending resident school. The La Salle Course gives you the latest and best standard text books— the only law library especially suited and adapted to home-study requirements— and the only text books embodying cases as a part of the text, thus combining in perfect manner the merits of the text and case systems of study. Our instruction is the most scholarly and best adapted to Individual needs ever embodied In a home-study law course. La Salle Diploma Has Value Because of its thoroughness, pedagogical soundness and advanced methods of study, and because of the prestige) of the university in the educational world, the La Salle Law Course has a standing with Bench and Bar heretofore attained only by the very best resident law schools. La Salle Students Most Successful La Salle graduates are most successful in bar examina- tions. Not a single failure of a La Salle Student on record. We guarantee to coach free any La Salle graduate failing to pass bar examination in any state. Business Man’s Law Course We have a special course for business men and laymen. Thousands of men are studying law today, who do not Intend to practice, a* a necessary part of a business training and liberal education. If not intending to practice, mention Business Man s Special Course. Valuable Tuition Credil FREE nity must be acted upon at once for this valuable tuition credit. New Law Catalog Ready— Sent FREE Our 1912-1913 law book, biggest and best published, re- plete with interesting and valuable Information for any one who contemplates reading the law. Is JustofTt ho press. Send us your name and address, on coupon below, and wo will send you a valuable lecture booklet on ‘ Co tracts, ” also our handsome law book, both FREE post pal J. Clip the coupon and mall at once. 'LaSalle Extension University, Dept. 124, Chicago, 111. TEAR OFF _AND J m [FREE COUPON MA„. todavj La Salle Extension University, Dept. 124, Chicago, III. GentUmen— Please send me FREE, without cost or obligation on my part, your valuable booklet on '‘Contract*. your band*.. me new law book and full information regarding your valuable tuition credit offer. Street and \umher City Digitized by LjOOQle

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108 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ‘Rebuilt” Typewriters Save yourself time and energy by mak- ing your reports on a Pittsburgh Visible. This machine sells for one-third less than the standard cost. Our price of $65 is possible only by low overhead expense — no salesmen's salaries, and small branch- office expense. Write for details of our co-operative selling plan. It tells how you can save money and at the same time own this typewriter. Pittsburgh A Standard Machine for Twenty Years Has all latest improvements, including remov- able type basket, back spacer, tabulator, two- color ribbons, perfect touch, quick action, absolute alignment and universal keyboard. Writing always visible. PITTSBURGH VISIBLE TYPEWRITER CO. Dept. 37, Union Bank Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. Are all right, but honestly, now, wouldn’t you prefer an almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt” you ever saw, especially if the difference in price is many big, round dollars? I sell both kinds, but I KNOW which kind will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you will only drop me a line. I sell both kinds (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago for nearly twenty years. I sell sending machines, too. at lowest prices; also cords for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I’ll help swell that bank account of yours. WM. T. PLUMMER 882 S. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ILL. Cert. 2093, Grand Dmdon, O. R. T. Fiat Financial Sec’y Chicago Local No. I, C.T.UA. TYPEWRITERS MAKES At % to Yt Manufacturer's Prices ALL THE STANDARD MACHINES, INCLUDING LATEST MODELS SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE, ^NJmcE.PPUE° WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. 26. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM 34-36 W. LAKE STREET (Large*! Independent Dealers In the World.) CHIOAQO TYPEWRITERS $15, $25, $50. } All Sake*. Cash or Paysnrta. , Manufacturer' • Price, SIR Our Price. $15 ta S2S. ALBRIGHT BROS. REBUILT TYPEWRITER CO. 213N.TeiithSl.SLLouU.Mo- 314 Broadway. New York, r WRITE ME TYPEWRITERS MARKS 2,000 Underwoods. Smiths. Olivers, Remington, etc., from $10 up. Every machine in perfect condition, guar- anteed two years, with privilege to exchange at any time. T hr e e hundred $15.00 each Typewriters at . while they last. Write for rate prices and FREE TRIAL OFFER. All-Makes Typewriter Exchange, RT 162 N. Dearborn St., Chicago, Ills.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 199 This Washer Must Pay for Itself. A MAN tried to sell me a horse onee. He said It was a fine horse and had nothing the matter with it. I wanted a fine horse. But, I didn’t know anything about horses much. And 1 didn’t know the very well either. So I told him I wanted to try the horse for a month. He said “All right, but pay me first, and 1 11 give you back your money If tiie horse isn t all right. Well, I didn’t like that. I was afraid the horse wasn’t “all right’’ and that I might have to whistle for my money If I once parted with It. Bo I didn’t buy the horse although I wanted It badly. Now this set me You see I make Wash- ing Machines — the “1900 Gravity’’ Washer. And I said to myself, lots of people may think about my Washing Ma- chine as I thought about the horse, and about the man who owned it. But I’d never know, because they wouldn’t write and tell me. You see I sell my Washing Machines by I have sold over half a million that way. So, thought I, It is only fair enough to let people try my Washing Machines for a month, Defore they pay for them, fust as I wanted to try the horse. Now, I know what our “1900 Gravity’’ Washer will do. I know It will wash the clothes, without wearing or tearing them, in less than half the time they can be washed by hand or by any other machine. I know it will wash a tub full of very dirty clothes In six minutes. I know no other machine ever in- vented can do that, without wearing out the clothes. Our “1900 Gravity" Washer does the work so easy that a child can run it almost as well as a strong woman, and it don’t wear the clothes, fray the edges nor break buttons the way all other machines do. It lust drives soapy water clear through the fibres of the clothes like a force pump might. So, said I to myself. I will do with my “1900 Grav- ity" Washer what I wanted the man to do with the horse. Only I won’t wait for people to ask me. I U offer first, and I’ll make good the offer every time. Let me send you a “1900 Gravity" Washer on ft month’s free trial. I’ll pay the freight out of my own Docket, and if you don’t want the machine after you ye used It a month. I’ll take it back and pay the freight too. Surely that is fair enough, isn’t It? Doesn’t it prove that the “1900 Gravity" Washer must be all that I say it is? And you can pay me out of what It saves for you. It will save its whole-cost in a few months, In wear ■»y| tear on the clothes alone. And then it will save 60 oenta to 76 cents a week over that in washwoman s wages. If you keep the machine after the month g iftaL I’ll let you pay for it out of what it saves you. If it saves you 60 oents a week, send me >50 ceotsa week ’till paid for. I’ll take that cheerfully, and I’ll wait for my money until the machine Itself earns the balance. Drop me a line today, and let me send you a book about the “1900 Gravity" Washer that washes clothes In 6 minutes. Address me this way— H. L. Barker, 1018 Court Street. Binghamton, N. Y. If you live in Canada ggbyp l^ Wfoher Go 367 Yonge St., Toronto, Ont WRITE RIGHT IN SIGHT On a Model No* 10 Visible Writing Smith Premier Send No Money. Simply Mail Coupon FOR FIVE DAYS' FREE TRIAL YOURS FOR ONLY $3.00 A MONTH Absolutely Perfect Machine Guaranteed Like New. $11.50 After 6 Days’ Trial, % Then $3.00 Per Month. You all know the Famous Model No. 10 Smith Premier. Thousands of these typewriters are in daily use all over the World. These mills we are offering are the latest style of this famous No. 10 Model; they have every improvement and every feature that ever went with this machine — the writ- ing completely visible, the back spacer, tabulator, two color ribbon; in fact, all the latest modern up-to-date features. The double keyboard having a key for each character makes this Model No; 10 except iontilly speedy for work on the wire* Key*- board writes 84 characters. These Visible Writing Smith Premiers are in absolutely perfect A. A. Grade. New mechanical condition and appearance. They will write as perfect and clean-cut a letter as any machine you could buy at any price. We guarantee them to be free from any flaw in material or workmanship for one year from date of purchase. This same guar- antee is given by all standard manufacturers. This is your opportunity to get the Visible Smith Premier you have been wanting for so long. We haven’t many of them. Mail the coupon today. TYPEWRITER INSTALLMENT COMPANY 176 N. Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. You may send me the latest style Model No. 10 Smith Premier Visible described above f.o.b. Chicago on five days’ free trial. I will send you $9.50 within five davs after I receive the typewriter, and then $3.00 per month until tbo $54.50 la paid, when you are to mall me complete receipted bill of sale and the typewriter becomes my property: until then the title remains In you. I agree to notify you during the five days’ trial If I don’t waut to keep it and hold for ship- ping Instructions. The Standard Guarantee for one year goes with the machine. Name references. (May) Digitized by Google

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200 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher, 10 DAYS „ TRIAL e will ship you a “RANGER” BICYCLE on approval, freight prepaid, to any place in the U. S. without a cent deposit in advance , and allow 10 days* fr«* trial from the day yon receive It. If itdoesnotmltyouLnevery way and Is not all or mgus and learn our low prices and liberal terms. Bicycle Dealers, you can sell our bicycle under your own name &late at double our prices. Orders filled tbe day received. econd-IIand Bicycles — A limited number taken In trade by ou r< Chicago retai i stores win beclosed out at onos at S3 to $8 each. Descriptive bargain list mailed fnea TIRES, COASTER-BRAKE **** whee|* ^ner tub**- - ■ — lamps, cyclometers, part* repairs, and everything In the bicycle line at hnU usual prh-es. DO NOT WAIT but write today for our La rye Catalogue beautifully Illustrated and containing s great fund of Interesting mattei and useful Information. It only costs a postal to get everything. Writs it now. MEAD CYCLE CO., Dept. C-42 CHICAGO, ILL Fill out and mall the coupon today for full particulars. Spring la coming, and you'll want a Trsnco then sure! Track Necessities Go., 341 So. Dearborn St.. Chicago. Please send me circular and price on a Tranco Folding Velocipede, as advertised In It. It. Telegrapher. Name. Address. R. R. Something of this sort is what you fellows have been looking for, isn’t it? The Tranco weighs only 52 pounds, yet Is made tostand up under all kinds of usage. The frame Is of special trussed construction— the material being selected white ash. No tubing to get bent or out of true. The wheels are pressed steel. It la the strongest, and yet lightest construction possi- ble. Ball-bearings t hroughout. A speed o( 20 miles per hour f you want it. When the Tranco Is folded and stood ou end It occupies a floor space of but 24 by 12 inches Our special price to operators places the Tranco easily within your reach. F old It Up and T ote it Home Jump off, and in 15 seconds you are on your way carrying it with you. That’s all there is to the CORNET FREE! W© guarantee to teach you to play by mall and will give you a Beautiful Cornet or any Band Instru- ment absolutely FREE. You pay weekly us lessons are taken. Instrument is sen; first lesson. Write today for our booklet and wonderful tuition offer. INTERNATIONAL CORNET SCHOOL 970 Musical Hall, Boston, Mass. Digitized by Google Cover Your Block with a Goettler Regulation Uniform Cap. Style, workmanship, service, materials and prices are guaranteed to be right. You will never have the best until you get a Goettler. See ad and convenient coupon on page 203. Slipon Raincoat FREI To learn how to get a new style "Slipm ’ *uarant*««l stonrn and r«l proof, without a penny of coat (we prepi .express); to learn what flno tailoring L V8tn 68 that S^iYbody goes wild about; ?our ow“ clothes always free; to tnal *5.00 a day easy in just a little of year imi time vet our Ma* _ r"1 - iu J USL M ULIJ6 OI l our «*••* ottmr. P L,15?? even 11.50 for a raincoat, z i L eve® ^ 00 for a suit, don't buy even a psir I ™til you get our offer. Just write u J or letter and say Send me your n< i goffer and you will get a beautiful outfit j-r" samples and prices and an offer so wonder! il* Wrtto.*ow. BANNER TAILORING CO., Dopt. 330, CNICACi

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ■ ill root i or* Nbyo •r’* Profits. Startling arul pay in little amount* ■to time. unrnntoo with ovory Diamond— guaran- ty and quality. A *nfe vr:,y to buy and b»vq von ionro — and have the Diamond now. Who " h ito Diamonds, gloaming, sparkling, inline high quality. Not u cent to pay i lined tho Diamond. \V© send you free mug* iy diamond in our ted Diamond and Watch Free Catalog . without obligation. This ofl■ . 42-..VO kt. ; No. ij kt ; .No. 4;-r. -kt.; No. ity- Bfl -.11 ' kt. Compare tbc.o W ife Ve lti.p rt tha^upb Dia- berf, e»ve percent duly. ° you. Write todav fvr ■‘f j i ouni of onl> $100.^^^ easy ,-jj ,'v« o W&jT* uLMe] Ur mi — no tnoQiy Aril, Send for Catalog Ths Walker Edmund Co., DIAMOND IMPORTERS Dept. M ^r- a ^ State and ^ Madison In the home, on the concert stage, or ^wherever heard, Kimball Pianos have a tone that immediately charms the listener and marks them as instruments of unusual merit. Over 250,000 Kimball Pianos Now in (Joe in as many of America’s best homes is certainly convincing proof of superior merit. If no | dealer handles them you can buy Kimball Pianos and ( Player Pianos direct at our regularly established one price. Very easy credit terms extended to purchasers] Beautifully Illustrated catalogue with prices an<0*-rsj terms and the Musical Herald containing two vretty songs, worfls and music, mailed FREE [MmlM . on request to Dept. 2875. *W. W. KIMBALL CO., Chic**®, (E«Ubli.bed 18S7)/JSI|\| 3,000,000 Railwaymen Together COMMERCIALLY 1 3 I m i ■ The Tone That Charms

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202 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GOOD EYESIGHT It Important to You If your eyesight la defective or you have any form of eye trouble that might endanger your eyesight, you should lose no time in investigating "Actina.” Its potent action stimulates and maintains the circulation of the blood, thereby re- moving congestion and assisting nature to repair gr the defects and restore the eyesight to normal ' conditions. A well-known New r York Central Engineer, age 63, lost his position in February, 1909, on account of poor eyesight. ‘‘Actina” restored his eyesight, and he is now running his engine as usual. In his letter of July 12, 1910, he states: “I went through the eye examination again in July, 1910, and was given a certificate to July 9, 1911 — this is 30 months' work at $175.00 a month for the small price of the ‘Actina.* The Kansas com crop isn’t in it at all. My eyes are fine.” His name and address will be sent on application. If you are interested and desire to know what the "Actina” is and what it is accomplishing, write for our FREE TRIAL OFFER and OUR BOOK— TREATISE ON DISEASE. The book contains most valuable information. A postal card will bring it to you. Address, Actina Appli- ance Co., Dept. 26X, 811 Walnut St., Rflnaan City, Mo. Relief for Rupture Without Operation We Allow A 60-Day Test— Entirely At Our Own Risk— To Prove It i« w ur*» lurou*n iue u toe mercy os i^."ftraR.and.Hpria* trusses. No reason In the world for letting them force you to undergo a dangerous operation. AWAY WITH LEG-STRAP AND SPRING TRUSSES So far as we know, our guaran- teed rupture holder Is the only thing of any kind for rupture that you can get on 60 days’ trial— the only thing we know of good enough to stand such a long and thorough test. It'sthe famous «*Y'«ld, plain wraooer. Address; KOSWJTT LABORATORY, 1280 Broadwsy, 387M, N*W York.M Alcoholism can be corrected as easily as any other disease. Thousands of drunk- ards have been saved by the Oppen- heimer Treatment, which has been USED AND ENDORSED BY 3, MO PHYSICIANS Mention this paper and we will send under plain cover booklets explaining the Oppenheimer Home Treatment. To the Wife of RAPID REMEDY CO. 364 C Washington Sty Now York One Who Drinks I ^ave sa Important confidential message for you. It will ©ome in a plain envelope. You can conquer the liquor habit in 3 days and make home happy. Wonder- ful, safe, lasting, reliable, inexpensive method. Legions Edward J. WoocU, 634 Sixth Ave>, B 302, New York, N. Y. OPPENHEIMER^r 7 HOW: TREATMENT FOP ALCOHOLISM

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Let us send you a Cap C.O.D. Just fill out coupon below and mail it today and we will ship you by pre- paid express a REGULATION UNIFORM CAP in cither black ribbed silk or brown straw. Send no money in advance — ju**t fill out coupon. Be sure you give correct size and mention style you want. . W e can ship promptly any size from 6»o to 7 We have been established ■ ■ ■■ for sixty years Brown straw (best and have a repu- grad*'), three rows of tutlon for promnt, ventilators, heavy correct and satis- patent leather visor factory service. (green underneath to | Send for Uniform H' adetheeyes' black l ribbed silk ribbon. 2 rows gold tape. letter- ing printed In gold. Cap Catalogue FREE. VENTILATED STRAW CAP fb^tCcfuaUty)C. heavy I GOETTlwll AT ”00.71280 S. Broadway, St. Louis, Mo - patent leather visor, j Please send me by prepaid express, C. O. D., with FxDrrss ?ol<1 embroidered let- j pr,naij tors, two rows gold j privilege of examination, cap prepaid tape, wire frame, i * dto cn leather sweat band.} %jn7nt, well ventilated, light j REGULATION UNIFORM CAP weight. ; Addrt*% Do You Understand WIRELESS TELEGRAPHY? The telegraph operator understanding the principles of wireless can secure a position paying good money, at the same time offering a wonderful opportunity to see the world and meet fine people. If you neglect the wireless part of your education you are neglect- ing the opportunity of your life. There is one way to quickly familiarise yourself with wireless — get a small outfit and learn in a practical way from experience. We are the largest manufacturers of complete portable wireless outfits m the world. Prices ran-?3 from two dollars upwards, or about one-half the cost charged by all other concerns. Grasp this opportunity today. SEND FOR BULLETIN T . . : — r and all the, codes. ITS FREE — HUNT & McCREE, 92-94 Murray St., New York nnrr Investing for Profit PKLL For Six Months tend me pour name and address right now and I will tend f ub Investing for Profit magaxin e mbroUu* fr$* for six month*. It tails how to get the almost earnings from your mouey— how 10 tell good investments — how to pick the most profitable °f Invertmenu. It reveals bow bankera and capitalists make 91000 «owlo$22t000— in fact, gives you thevltalinvestlnglnformatlooj r t should enable yon to make your money grow proportion- ¥1-jy. I have decided thla month to give 500 six-month lubsttip* tots to Investing foe Profit free. Every copy It Worth At Least $10 Cbnot turns may prevent repeating th la offer. Better take 1 Yooni be willing to pay lOca oopy after you have read It six m B. L BARBER, Pab., R. 429, 30 JackwaBWi, CUctf# AUMST ASYOIf CAR LEAR! IT AT ROBE This Is no special gift as yon have supposed, hat an art. 1 have taught thousands In all parts of the world. Goat small. Bend to-day t-oant .‘stamp for particulars and proofs. . VlL'V „ ^any l Flash Like Genuine j * Win at 1-40 the cost-0* SOLID GOLD RINGS Bland acid test and expert examination. We guarantee them. See them first — then pay. Special Offer— 14k Tiffany ring 1 ct. $5.98. dent's ring 1 ct. $6.98. 14k Stud 1 ct. $4.86. Sent C. O. D. for Inspection. Catalog FREE. shows full line. Patent rl ng gauge Included. 10c. Baroda Co., Dept. 95 Eel and and Dover St.. Chicago. O. A. SMITH, IMOt— its mmtom St, PCOMA, ILL. ■ M | Leading Law School ■H ■ B ■ In Correspondence I HUlf AM ■■ '<» to e Bar ML. - m m V H • •*;*- M M M Poet-Gradoate and avml DAoe Law. Jassos begin «adb monte. Send for oataFrg giving ru'»ee fox *5 mission to the bar of the sovera'. States. the Grvsisst Corrsspondaoc* Uw Scltoo A Iks fHV'l Chicago Correspondence School of Law 554 Reaper Block. Chicago CP rl u?

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204 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. ®ur Jfammta "fiatlrnah 5jj*riaT Designed for Operators who do heavy train order work; has finely ground and care- fully tested agate point, firmly vulcanised into a hard rubber handle, cannot possibly come loose, large rough grip, smoothest, easiest writing stylus ever made. Sent posfc- 8 aid for 60 cts. Send for one today, and use it 5 days, then we'll buy it back for 66 cts. ! you want to sell it. Solid agate stylus, made of one handsomely marked piece of agate yi ff, Colorado ! you want to sell it. hen we'll buy it back for ( ovuu asnito iud, ujbuo wi uuo uauuBuiuoi/ uiotkou yieoo vi mgmmf i Goldstone chum, O. B. T. emblem, a beauty, *L25 each. All postpaid. STAR NOVELTY CO, FT. SCOTT. KANSAS. ARN WATCH REPAIR IN A VsUpmaker — you can learn this profitable trade by gprTtVpautaaqp in a w week* In your own home by tks DaMmi Cran Briteia. After you complete Aaaoune you will know a watch from A to Z. You v UJ (now Just what the matter la and i^a\ Dow to repair one. When you graduate you will W a practical watchmaker and repairer, ~wv and competent to fill any poaition. 1 Posirloiia for our graduates. Aak for our Free Book. It explains our system ulf\ 1 10 Perry St. Attica, Indiana T YOUR I 19.000 offered for certten Inven- r dons. Book “How to Obtain a Patent" and “What to Inveot" sent free. Bead rough sketch for free report aa to patent' ability. Patent* adrertiaed for aale at our expense In Manufacturers' Journals. CBANDLEE A CHANDLEE. Patent Att*ys Artabftabad 16 Ymts THE 23-JEWEL ILLINOIS SANGAMO MOVEMENT The only safe and sensible Watch for R. R. Men at a moderate price Because — being scientifically adjusted to six instead of the ordinary five positions and being unaffected by any temperature extreme —it keeps absolutely correct time under all conditions. Guaranteed to pass all requirements of all railroads. Open-Face— Plain-Polished or Engine-Turned. 20-year Case, $40.00 - $8.00 upon acceptance, then $4.00 a month until paid. For information about our blue-while perfect diamonds, write for illustrated catalog /Vo. 78 J. M. LYON & CO. Established 1843 71-73 NASSAU STREET. NEW YORK DIAMONDS AND 20* fc \0*Jo Down a Month WATCHES ON CREDIT AGENTS WANTED ^ O. R. T. Men, here is vour chance to handle our engineers* goggles. The greatest on the market. Every engineer and fireman wants a pair May*/ the minute they are shown. White, smoked or amber tinted lenses, W temple or head band. Complete with genuine leather case, $1.50. Big profit to agents. Write for our special proposition. ENGINEERS GOGGLE CO., - 31 I Schofield Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. NDS ON $65 ^ 20 % DOWN IO%MONTHLY A Diamond is the best of all investments owing to its everlasting value, aside from the prestige and pleasure afforded the wearer. Look over the beautiful suggestions here shown — -just a few of the hundreds contained in our large handsome catalogue No. Jl- Sent Free. It explains our plan of money-saving and our liberal Credit Terms. Compare our prices with those quoted by others and be convinced that our Importers’ Prices save you 20 % on your purchase. We furnish a guarantee certificate with every Diamond, and credit full purchase price on exchanges. All transactions strictly confidential; your selection sent for examination and approval, express prepaid, without obligation. Special Offer to R. R. Telegraphers : ^LAaLy^uon: $28 Write for our New Special Price on the celebrated 23-jeweled Illinois Sangamon Watch, Montgomery R. R. Dial. Write for our Catalogue No. 11. L. W. SWEET & COMPANY, :: 2 and 4 Maiden Lane, :: NEW YORK CITY 6c Invested Makes $1^0 That aounda almost unbelievable. But It s Crt»« — a proved fact. A 6 cent pound of ordinary eugar and the wonderful Empire Candy Floss Machine will turn the trick and do It every eight in inn tea, at a fair, a race track, a Circu* I or anywhere a crowd collecta. 9100 n Day la an eaay profit with the Empire. Makes thia enunnoua profit year after year — no expenee for repair*. Nine year* of big monev-making experience prove this y»wr opportunity. Write today to Dept. G-l, for Candy Hoaa Machine Catalog. Catalogs of popcorn and peanut roaatera and Ice cream cone machines ou requeat. Stevens Mfg. * Supply Co.. Fisher Bldg.. Chicago, III. I The Pen You Need The most perfect, non-leakable ink pencil at a moderate price is the “VULCAN” or Black, Lon2 °t8 Unequaled for ■led in Rapid Writing, n in the Ruling and Manifold- )FITS TO ln«- Leaks Red or 1 skips or blots u n c Can be carried In Ri any position in the BIG PROFITS TO AGENTS Write now for our profitable selling plan and Illustrated Cat- log. Special offer to Telegraphers. J. T. ULLRICH & CO. 27 Thames St. - New Y SHORTHAND IN 30 DAYS We absolutely guarantee to teach you operators Shorthand complete in thirty day's. A lot of you have spare time both in your offices and homes. That’s all you need to learn by the Boyd System. Boyd's System is different in principle from all others. It is the first radical Improvement in Shorthand sinoo 1839. It is easy to learn— easy to write — easy to read. No ruled lines. No posi- tions— no shading as in other systems. Only Nine Characters to learn and you have the entire English language at your absolute Hundreds of railroad operators have taken our course and are now holding good jobs as private secretaries, newspaper writers, etc. The Boyd System is the only one suited to home study. Fill out coupon and send it in today. COUPON Chirac© C<wreapoadrncr School*. 1010 Chic* ICO Opors Hou»* Bldg., Chicago. Send me, without obligation on mv part, free booklet*, tettimonial*. guarantee of&r end full d^crlp- tlon of the Boyd , testimonial*, guarantee ofkr and full dtPcrlp oyd System of Syllable Sfcorfband^.^1 ^ Digitized by VjOOQLC

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206 When addressing onr advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I Mades55°° inOne Day ' w Read This “On the trip. I just came off of I made $55 in one day and could not turn out work fast enough.’* »yt Ethan Allen, Washington. And Thia — “Typhoid got me and took $10 a day away from me,” McDowall of New York. These and many other letters prove you can do as well or better with this absolutely NEW- PLATELESS rnTuHilhH (Trade-Mark) . J DAYDARK f ° R Ji 500% Profit DIRECT ON POST CARD A new, high class business with tre- mendous money-making pos- sibilities requiring no exper- ience — no canvassing. No U plate*, film » or print - W I P" A A rr7 I ing— finish what you I I | I I I take where you take it. UVV//U Big Money— | Profit Small Investment worlin£Pkni„>Wr,,,rom bouse to bouse or at home — out of doors or indoors — anywhere, making four finished pictures a minute of any subject. 4 THINK OF IT Jg Time* &3 many pictures Four Times as fast Four Times the profit T? T79 V? Investigate— write to-day . T* Av AT, for our Daydark catalog — just issued. Write that postal NOW. 1-B Day dark Specialty Co., 509 Daydark Bldg., St Loots, Mo. snug iuui uuioucu yu 4T1 Times Fou Four FREE CCt. 4 Boys, Here’s e Great Bargain. By a most unusually favorable wholesale purchase of a limited number of machines we are able to make this unprecedented offer at a price never before heard of for the mostpopu lar— best constructed typewriter made. A perfect machine, without blemish of any kind, late Model No 2, front stroke, visible writing. Universal keyboard (S4 characters), single shift, most advanced principles of I construction. Handling machines by thousands enables us to undersell rstail dealers. Own this machine for $64.00 cash. or$57.00 by our special easy pay plan. $5.00 a month— no Interest— no extras. / Week FREE Trial to prove all we claim. Return at our expense if not satisfactory. 1-Year Guarantee same as factory gives. We are wholesalers of nil makes of typewriters and sell at minimum cost direct to users, eliminating traveling expenses and commission. Don't put off embracing this greatest typewriter offer we ever made. Fill out the blank today and send to us before they are all sold. CASH BUYERS SALES CO. 514 Plymouth Building • • CHICACO iN^| Special Low Price Coupon Offer pT)^ ! CASH BUYERS SALES CO., 514 Plymouth Bldg , Chicago. GENUINE PERFECT OUT DIAMOND RING Ladles’ *075 Gentlemen’s Buy your Diamonds from the Importer at theae won fully low prices. Ladies’ Ring. W300 IS .75 comp Gentlemen « Ring, M 400 $9.75 complete. There I> »mc are especially selected for their branty and brllllawj. 1 the saving. Retail Jewelers Price $25.00. Shipped at our expense to your nearest express agent or bank C. O. D. with privilege of examina- tion. We pay all express or return charges. No obligation to pnrehave | n n lea* absolutely «ati»fled. Legal Guar- antee Certificate with every purchase. A contract in writing to allow cred*t 1 f • ' r full price paid for vour Diamond Scn.l us your Til E CKIM FAT JEWELRY CO. Order NOW. 5*t6 S. Dearborn St.. Chicago. III. MLilter^ mmteT m4 THERE ARE CAPS AND CAPS but only one Goettler, as hundreds of readers a t The Telegrapher will tell you. Get a Goettler I Uniform Cap and know comfort and satisfaction. See ad and convenient coupon on page 208. PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY VOOKS, ADVICE AND SEARCHES FREE Sad ■hatch or model tor search. Highest Kdemmem, Best Rank Pbonptaea AmowL Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 834 r.SteM*,N. W. WuhlaStaa.D.0. fl ) You may ship me. carriage prepaid, the L. C. Smith Type- \ i writer No. 2, on 1-week trial, title to remain in your name till t I fully paid. If satisfactorv. I will remit $*»4 cash or $7 and $6 a i I month for 10 mouths, or ship machine back at your expense. ] My 2 References Are.. i ’ T mail as R. R. Freight Claim In a U. 8., Canada and Mexico; Traffic Private Firms, and Claimant's Bay, easier hours, no Sunday work. A vine conditions, good future. Writ* I (stating experience) Tor full details and fr CHICACO TRAFFIC ASS N Dept. J. 220-222 N. State St., < typewriters MAKES Don t bay a typewriter from an j one at any pries reeelw8oaranaatelorQeIle.SU. UnhaawV< — *~ proas paid, free trial oOta. All maahdsee nUjta&fcd, Look Mk* new and ae new. Send for one and be convinced, firm fmyle- Bo. 6 and Bvnith Premiere He. t. Ottnn So. 6, Cnderwood* So. 4, L. C. 8mMu m Other standard makes cheapen, typewriter tnrpeeUoa <0*. 111

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When Addressing out advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 201 Name Saw Our Offer and Secured a Motor Car FREE SIGN AND SEND COUPON FOR PARTICULARS Simple in con- struction, easy to operate, easy to pay for. Dignify your work and make it a pleasure by owning one. July 31 ,1912. "The Railway and Engineering Review. Gentlemen: The motor car was received July 28th. which Is very satisfactory and I wish to thank you very much for same. F. M. CORBETT.” From only one among many who se- cured motor cars by using their spare time to profitable advantage. The great success of our offers made last year lead us to repeat the same proposition for 1913, with additional articles of high value, any one of which you will be proud to own. You can personally secure any article In this list if you choose to do so Royal Typewriter Kalamazoo Velocipede Duntley Sweeper Thor Motor Cycle Karpen Chair Beda Motor Car Rockford Motor Car Jerry Boy Engine Mudge-Adams Motor Car Falrbanks-Morse No. 30 Motor Car Falrbanks-Morse No. 28 Motor Car Light Inspection Car (Hartley & Teeter) Ball Railroad Standard Watches (All Models) Marshall Ventilated Engine Seat By devoting a little spare time in the interests of The Railway & Engineering Review DON’T PUMP YOUR LIFE AWAY ON A HAND CAR OR VELOCIPEDE WHEN YOU CAN RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE Ncn » ROCKFORD CAR. Let us tell you about it. Address Dept. A. CHICAGO PNEUMATIC TOOL CO. CHICAGO NEW YORK Branches Everywhere THE RAILWAY «c ENGINEERING REVIEW, 537 So. Dearborn Street, Chicago, 111. It is understood that this request on my part for Information about theee offers of yours puts mo under no obligation to you whatever. My signa- ture here simply denotes my Interest for further Information. I am Interested in 8treet and No.. City and State Position Railroad Digitized by " .oogi I ' — * The Catalog of the I | I Oldest and Largest / /*9*7 I Correspondence / / ” I f School of Law / . I WRITE FOR IT I ■ This catalog, and the sound legal instruction which it describes, ■ are vouched for by several thousands of our successful graduates, who are now practicing attorneys or business men of greater efficiency. Furthermore, , this school and its study courses have the un- j bought, honest endorsement of beneh, bar and law colleges, 6ot this catalog— read It— rely on it— and let it decide you to study our Complete Law Course or our Business Law Course. Thorough, well- planned lessons— not short cuts, not makeshifts, not condensed summaries. Taught by attorneys I of wide experience. Only one cost tor books, lessons, side helps, lectures, examinations a encouragement, suggestions ■ "i. counseL Write for catalog 9 ^ tV-' y THE BFBAOUE COULBIPOMDEHOB 1 SCHOOL 07 LAW, 269 American Bldg., Detroit, Mich. 'T'HE RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER is pub- 1 liahed monthly by the Order of Railroad Telegraphers. Its offices are located on the sev- enth floor of the Star Building, corner Twelfth and Olive streets, St Louis. Mo.

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(Eff? (®rtor of Kailroai ufcbgrapljtfra PETITION FOR MEMBERSHIP Officers and Members, Division No. The Subscriber ... . _ by occupation a .. of years experience, born in — - voluntarily offers himself as a candidate for initiation into THE ORDER OF RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS, and agrees, if admitted, that he will cheerfully conform to all the laws, rules, mandates and edicts of the Order. I have not been rejected for membership in the Order within the past year. Fee enclosed, Signature of Petitioner. - Dated at this day of 19 — *My Postoffice address is .. Employed by Railroad This is to Certify : That we, the subscribers, are personally acquainted with Mr. - and, from a confidence in his integrity and the uprightness of his intention, do cheerfully recommend and propose him as a proper candidate for member- ship in this Order. •Be careful and fill in your postofficc address ;c< Digitized by

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! When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 200 DON’T HE LOOK COMFORTABLE? HE IS I He realizes that his arms were not intended for piston rods; and he don’t like backache. This little engine will pull the speeder thirty-five miles per hour if desired, and when he gets to the work he is early and fresh. TAKE A TIP FROM THIS WISE MAN Be comfortable and more effi- cient. We make these little en- gines in three sizes for many purposes. The largest one will drive a speeder faster than you will dare ride at, and the cost is Only $29.50 complete, ready to run. Send for catalog. Department R, ELGIN WHEEL & ENGINE CO., Elgin, III. \»j ANTED operators, clerks. a6ents ™ ^ to buy your oversleeves of a brother. Black sllk-llke cloth, double stitched width cuffs, fine shaped sleevca. elastic hemmed top. 15 Inch length. Sent post-paid at a pair In U. 8. No stamps. Agents wanted. A. ERRINCER Cert. 1413, Div. 138. CRAWFORDSVILLE, IND. THE YETMAN improved Transmitting Typewriter; Also Key-Board Transmitter without type- writing features. Repairs and parts for older makes of machines. Send for catalogue. JAMES UNCLES, North Adams, Massachusetts BE A SALESMAN Do You Want a Good Postion Where You Can Earn From $1,000 to $5,000 a Yoar and Expenses? There are hundreds of such positions now open. No former experience as a Salesman required to get one of them. If you want to enter the world’s best paying profession our Free Employment Bureau will assist you to secure a position where you can earn good wages while you are learning Practical Salesmanship. Write to- day for full particulars: list of good open- ings and testimonial letters from hundreds of our students for whom we have recently seemed good positions paying from $100 to $600 a month and expenses. Address nearest office. Dept. 155 Natiou&lS&lesmen’sTrftinmg Association Chicago, New York, Kansas City, Seattle, New Orleans. Toronto. Man — Smoke This French's Mixture, “the Aristocrat of“~" Smoking Tobacco/* direct from factory to you. Words cannot do Justice to the fragrance, richness and smoothness of this charming blend of North Carolina Red and Golden Leaf. Examine it undei a microscope and you will find it to be the cleanest and purest. Smoke a pipeful and you will tell your friends that French’s Mixture is the most satisfying and economical tobacco you ever touched a match to. SOc Calabash Pipe FREE Don’t pay your good money for stale tobacco from the dealer's shelves. Get that pleasing, mellow French's Mixture that comes fresh and sweet to you direct from the factory. If you want t« wet more pleasure out of amokintr than you ever *ot before, just send 40c for 1-4 pound of French's Mix- ture arnnulate.i or 46c for 1-4 pound of French’s Lon* ( ut. Send now and we will include- -FREE- -a 60c Clay Calabash Pipe. Sample Pouch KSci?. Mixture or Lon* Cut. Specify )^ur^cboii-i> FRENCH TOBACCO CO., Dept. 1019 Statesville, N. C. These It s free. are a Few of Our Many Real Ilartcainn. Ve will send on approval at our expense any one of these beautiful genuine diamond a you would like to see. If It is satisfactory in every way. pay one-fifth down, baiance In elyht equal monthly paymentaf| Watches and Jewelry on same easy terms. " antcc accompanies each purchase. Order to-day, oT wrirelor o/\x~ catalogue of Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry.

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When Addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. BOOK OF PERSONAL ADVICE Free to Any Nan MY DEAR READER: In the handsomely primed little book or private pocket compendium for men (con- taining 8,000 words and 40 half-tone photo reproduc- tions), which I publish and gladly forward by mall, free, sealed, to any man anywhere In the world who sends me the free coupon below, I have Included certain parts that contain some very important advice or suggestions of a strictly personal nature which I believe cannot be found In any of the Private Hygiene books for men that are now sold at high prices all over the country. It will thus be seen I have endeavored, through the medium of my Manly, Vigorous Men Rule the World. restore himself to a state of health and vigor. If he but clear his mind of abnormal fear, and then make a fair square effort to redeem Him - self- There are two specimens of humanity for which I have no earthly use. One is the man who, though no v strong and vital, yet plunges into dis- sipation and excess with t lie certain knowledge of his un- manly fate. The other is tb e man who, though knowing!* debilitated and enervated, makes no effort to get away from bis life of dissipation and wrong practices. As a matter of fact, there is no hope for either of these unfortunates But for him who acknowledge* his errors, who may come to free book, to give my readers absolutely free of cost' me and say. "I have paid the penalty of my past lollies, really MORE. In some respects, than others offer and but I am THROUGH with my life of dissipation, and make a large charge for. All you have to do to get thi? I am going to make a manly effort to rcitore myself." Tree book of mine Is to use the coupon below, or If in to such a man. I care not what his physical condition my neighborhood. I extend an Invitation to you to call may be, I can say In all truth u I ness: "You my at my office. Please remember that this free offer In- friend, are on the right road to new strength and new volves absolutely no obligation on your part, and there manhood," for he really la, and there is no doubt about it . Is nothing whatsoever for you to pay. and nothing t mnkr* « lift i« nnnii»n/*A that i * vttaii7FR shotdd^d ecide ' at °some time Tn ‘the YuYure^thft ?8S offering fh^TrAl^R (described SlSw)?b°u? that o"p u'pplUce Over a million of these little free books have now been JPSSnS toSa v e^wh^hro^2ho«rfliJ^ w£3t- S.dwhS'fl » XuS your^l7and VdMo g <^eL H 1 write me. I will gladly make some liberal proposition rorrinn "S*?*1* 0£1h & whereby you may have one to try. The VITALIZER vJHion hnf ™ irL UjSLi-i infill 1s full v described in one section of the free book which Kindly1 i2e the'llttlc coupo n otherwise instructed. the coupon below entitles you to. SANDEN, AUTHOR. The VITALIZER is made up in a very light form. In reference to manly strength. I believe It Is now more generally acknowledged than ever before that the yoitCE which I call* VIGOR a nrf w h ic h flo manly man stands back of all that makes for progress. JontlnJotS stream into vourn^i ore an* blood and development and achievement In the world, a truth S?ScS2f K * I ffSWnm oa^ir.ha|m y verWy ** we but look about iniMd that I have access to a great POWER in this little AVamLucJot'Sct. the man who Is debilitated. ^LJ^„R ^“5™“ fhS worid’ta' unstrung and enervated cannot, for perfectly obvious SwUltefSSd nei^weakne^ " “ treaunent of reasons, expect to approach those real and masterful aeDlilUes auU nerve weaknesses. attainments which seem but a natural and easy accom- With special attachments which carry the FORCE pllshment for him whoso nerve force, brain power and of the VITALIZER to any part of the body, it may be LIZKR to any part of the body, it may be manly strength are perfectly normal. Hence, while we used by women os well as men for the treatment of :tcknowledge the debilitated, weakened man to be rheumatism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder disorders, handicapped In every walk of life where real manhood nervousness, lack of energy, etc. Therefore, please send counts, yet It would Indeed be cruel of me to here so for the book today, or. if you happen to live in or near state the fact in public print were I not of the honest this city, I should be very glad to see you In person. opinion that there is every hope for the unmanly man to I Office hours, 0 to 6; Sunday, 10 to 1 . WHAT THE FREE BOOK TEACHES YOU The free illustrated advice booklet mentioned above is meant to be a simple declaration of certain important troths that every man in the world should know. The day has gone dj when men are kept in ignorance of the real problems pertaining to these subjects, and this illustrated advice booklet, which I send by mail, gives certain important facts just as these facts are. The booklet also fully describee my VITALIZER, and you are told how you may get one for your own use if you decide that you want one. Please use coupon below. G. K. SANDEN CO., 1861 Broadway, No York, N. Y. Dear Sirs— Please forward me your book, i advertised free, sealed.

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When Addressing our Advertisers, ple&ae mention The RAilroedi Telegrapher. 211 If You Boys Only Knew How easy it is to own a Buda; what pleasure and profit you would get from a Buda ; how simple a Buda is and how little it costs to run it — those of you who are not already owners would lose no time in getting one. Hundreds of readers of The Railroad Telegrapher have bought Buda Motor Velocipedes in the four and one-half years that we have been advertising them in this magazine, and that means hundreds of satisfied Buda owners. The Buda is so well and thoroughly constructed that the cost of up-keep, barring accident, is practically nothing. The engine is the very highest grade in every respect. The materials used in its construction are selected with the greatest care, and no engine leaves our factory before being given a thorough and actual running test. When it reaches you, you may be sure that it is free from defects and in perfect working order. It is an ideal combination of strength and lightness, which is a point you must consider when selecting a portable motor velocipede. • Readers of The Telegrapher may buy Buda Motor Veloci- pedes on monthly payments that place them easily within the reach of all of you. Get your car now and pay for it while you are driving it and enjoying it. Fill out the coupon and mail it today, as it will soon be summer, and you will then wish that you had placed your order and were enjoying your Buda — The Get- there and No- trouble Car. THE BUDA COMPANY, Chicago, 111. Gentlemen: Without obligation to me, please send me your literature, and full particulars regarding your special easy payment plan as advertised in the May issue of The Railroad Telegrapher. Digitized by Google

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“■ •••• • • • •* A r*‘“ti Offer Without Parallel 9^ Write for our FREE book on watches; a book that posts you on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to You on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies* or gentlemen's), or if you ever expect to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book. See coupon below. , We WON'T “knuckle down" to selling systems among dealers, we have decided to make such a tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop us. Y OU TOO will seize this opportunity to get the “Burlington Special** direct on this wonderful offer. You should not buy a worth leas watch just because it is cheap. Nor need you pay exorbitant prices now for a top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explain* $2.50 a Month at the flock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world's most superb time piece 1 The easiest payments at the rock-bottom price— the Rock-Bottom price. To assure us that everybody Will quickly accept this introductory direct offer, we attorn cash or easy payments , just a* you prefer. MnnAlf H/wsm We ship the watch on approval, prepaid (your choice of lYMJUCjr l/Urfll lady’s or gentleman’s open face or hunting case). You risk absolutely nothing — you pay nothing— not one cent — unless you want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book NOW WRITE THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too to know before you even examine a watch, that you DO want an independent watch-made in “will tell you the inside Uct* about ^ ^d“.d3n UF/1Feo . A r Please send me (without NECESSARY — obligations and prepaid) TDAM <V your free book on watches COUPON . * and copy of your $1,000 chad- «... . ^ Ov lenge, with full explanations of “ ILL X your oash or S2.50 a month offer Dq on the Burlington Watch, Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. This is no ordinary “drink-it-just-to-be-drinking- something” beverage. Coca-Cola has distinctive, individual qualities that you will recognize. Just to look at a glass of it tells the story— bright, spark- ling, clear. Delightfully refreshing— completely thirst- quencliing— absolutely wholesome. It’s worth repeating. Delicious— Refreshing Thirst-Quenching Demand the Genuine- Refuse Substitutes. Send for our free Booklet. Whenever you see an Arrow think of Coca-Cola. THE COCA-COLA COMPANY, atESSWo* google

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PIANOS The tone, touch and magnificent wearing ' qualities or the VOSB Piano are explained by the exclusive patented features, the high- grade material and superb workmanship that enter into their construction. The VOSE is an ideal Piano for the home. Over 70,000 sold. Delivered in the United States free of charge. Satisfaction guaranteed. Liberal allowance for old pianos and time payments accepted. FRKK— If you *r. intercut*! in pUo<», 1.4 ui tend you our botull- fuily llluairtted mUlo(, thu gi»ea full Information. VOSE * SONS PIANO C0„ 1U1 BojUtou Su, Honton. lui. Do you realize that Uncle Sam, through the Post Office Department, brings the oldest and one of the largest and strongest banks in Chicago right to your door? You can open an account with one dollar or more in The Hibernian Bank , no matter where you live, as conveniently as if you lived in Chicago. Write for our free booklet " Banking By Malt.” THE HIBERNIAN BANK Henry B. Clarke, V.-P. & Mgr. the Savings Dep’t. Clark 4 Monroe Sts . - CHICAGO. ILLINOIS'SPRINGFIELD WATCHES Write for a Lincoln Medal and a descriptive folder of these watches. 4LUN0IS watch company SPRINGFIELD — — ^WORKERS UNION/ UNION/fe-AMP (factory J UNDERSTAND BROTHER UNIONIST That the best made shoes — the shoes made under the best man- ufacturing conditions — the shoes that best stand wear — bear the Union Stamp, as shown herewith Ask your dealer for Union Stamp shoes, and if he cannot supply you write Boot and SEioe Workers’ Union 246 Summer Street • Boston, Mass. C

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. PRINTYPE Head and Shoulders Above Them All ! Printype stands pre-eminent, a towering figure, head and shoulders above the crowd of old typewriter types — Pica, Old Roman, Elite, and the rest of the obsolete type faces. He keeps the Tralnyards of Business clear of undesirable characters with his sharp com- mand, “MOVE ON!” All honor to Printype, whose cheery face is like an open book — the type that gives The Oliver the finishing touch of perfection. Send a “hurry call” for Officer Printype, the vigilant protector of the people's eyesight. On Duty Everywhere Ptfotjpc •- OLIVER TypeWri'hl' Printype Is owned and controlled exclusively by The Oliver Typewriter Company The enormous increase in Printype Oliver Type- writer sales affords more eloquent testimony to Printype merits than anything we might say. The final test of a new invention is not in the laboratory. The test comes when the invention goes into actual service. The cumulative verdict of tens of thousands of users places Printype in a position of unquestioned supremacy. Promotes Efficiency Printype conforms to the Law of Optics. Its beautiful shaded letters are more easily readable t han outline typewriter type. Each letter is sharply defined — clean cut and beautiful. A page of Printype is twice as legible as Pica, Old Roman or Elite type. Printype promotes efficiency in the Stenographic Department by saving time, eliminating eye strain and insuring a greater degree of accuracy. Like Book Type Ninety-nine out of every one hundred rail- road telegraphers, w'hen they see a Printype letter for the first time, exclaim, “Why, that's like print!” They're right — it is print. It is Book Type adapted and perfected for use on the modern type- writer. It makes a message look like the page of a book — equally beautiful, equally readable, equally restful to the eyes. The absolute accuracy of Oliver alignment, the unerring uniformity of Oliver spacing, and the direct downward stroke of Oliver type bars have made Printype possible. KING OF TYPEWRITERS Having made The Oliver Typewriter mechanically perfect, we crowned it with this added perfection. And thus we have made the No. 5 Printype Model the unquestioned King of Typewrit erdom. With its Locomotive Base, giving double dura- bility and freedom from vibration, the Oliver writes with the smooth precision of an automatic machine. All the conveniences found on any typewriter are incorporated in The Printype Oliver Typewriter. 17 Gents a Day i To “O. R. T.” Men 1 This popular Easy Purchase Plan applies to the I Printype Model. 1 ens of thousands of typewriter • users have taken advantage of t his remarkable offer. J Full details on application. Printype Book Free Write for illustrated literature describing this | splendid model. Ask for specimen letter written in Printype. Don't buy a typewriter at any price until you have investigated this matchless Printype model | The Oliver Typewriter Company 998 Oliver Typewriter Bldg., Chicago I! yen or anyone In whom you ore interested contemplate attending a Business College, WRITE US FUST tnd wo will, without i supply you with some very valuable information on the subject. edbyVjUUYLL

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 215 Specifications of the Mudge (Adams) Inspection Motor Car ENGINE: Class “E , 4 Horse Power, at 600 R. P. M. 4f in. bore by 4f in. stroke. Two cycle, two port, air cooled ; singled cylinder motor, direct connected to rear wheel. Only three moving parts ; piston, connecting rod, and crank shaft, latter two being special drop forgings of high carbon steel and all enclosed, excluding dust and dirt and retain-, ing the oil. Cylinder head joint is ground, metal to metal, no packing to blow out and therefore no loss of compression and oil spattered clothes. CARBURETOR: Mudger Adams Auto- matic with hut a single adjustment; automatic in its action, giving perfect mixture at all speeds. IGNITION: Jump spark ; battery, spark coil, switch, enclosed in locked box built in frame. LUBRICATION: By mixing lubricating oil with the gasoline. In addition to this method of oiling there is placed on the crank case of the engine a grease cup, which supplies lubricant to the main bearings and also the crank pin bearing. This gives a double system of lubrication for the hardest • worked parts of the engine. The front and rear wheel axles are oiled from large cellars in the boxes. The guide wheel hubs have grease cups. CONTROL: Throttle lever, timer lever, and compression relief lever, all very conveniently located on seat board in front of operator. TRANSMISSION: Really is none as motor is direct connected to crank shaft which is keyed to drive wheel. FRAME: Six wlxite ask rails, well braced with cross blocks and firmly bolted, re-info reed in wearing parts. Cross arms iron-bound, clamped with eye bolts and thumb nuts, between four lower frame rails. COLOR: Green trimmed in black unless otherwise specified. This color carried in stock. Yellow, red or any other color to order. WHEELS: ^Vood center, heavy motor car tires. Four wheels standard. Can be used with or without fourth wheel. Body wheels 17 in.,guida wheels 14 in. AXLES: Cold rolled steel. Gauge ; Stan- dard 4 feet 8} inches. TOOL TRAY: Handy and roomy, iron strapped corners, can be easily removed. BRAKES: Substantial, positive acting hand brakes are furnished on both front and rear wheels. GASOLINE TANK: Cylindrical gaso- line tank designed and built for this car alone, of sheet steel, reinforced and galvanized both inside and outside. Substantial and leak proof. WEIGHT: Car complete, 350 pounds. EQUIPMENT: One socket wreneb for engine. One monkey wrench. One book of in- structions with price list of repair parts. Two cans Vacuum “B" Mobile lubricating oil. Qne 1-pound can Polarine grease. kludge & Company, # 407 Railway Exchange, Chicago. I want to buy on e of your Mudge (Adams) Inspection Motor Cars and urifl pay for ft ( $210; $25 with this order and $15 Per month. Chech the plan you wish and J $195; $50 with this order and $25 Per month, draw a lint through tht othtrt. \ $185; Sight draft attached to bill of lading. \ $185; Less 3 Per cent for cash herewith. Please send the car to me with shipping tichet made out as follows: Signed Ooon+atien R R T0"* .V..1 ‘.'.‘.‘vl.V *.*.* V, ‘ ‘

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COLLIE r SEP 16 1913 j THE RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER Publish bd Monthly by thb Order or Railroad Tblbohaphbbb L. W. QUICK - Editor and Manager. Subscription Pbiob - K Entxbbd ab Second-Class Matter BO December 20, 1912, at thb Poor Omci at ^ St. Loom, Mo., Undbr thb Act or August 24, 1912. - $1.00 Pbr Year. Vol. XXX JUNE, 1913 No. 6 A. D. THUR8TON, DEAD. "Daddy" Thurston is dead , Rest to his ashes and peace to his soul. Ambrose D. Thurston, the founder and first Grand Chief Telegrapher of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, died in a hospital in the city of St. Louis at 10:30 a. m., Wednesday, May 21st. Although in poor health for several months prior to his death, he made the trip to Baltimore to be present at the Ninth Biennial and Nineteenth Regu- lar Session of the Grand Division, the effects of which trip it is believed did much toward hastening the end. He arrived in Baltimore Sunday afternoon. May nth, but was not able to leave his bed Monday morn- ing, and rapidly grew worse until Wednes- day evening, when at his request he was taken back to St. Louis in charge of a trained nurse. His great devotion to the Order was never more clearly demonstrated than in making the trip to Baltimore. Although ad- vised by his friends not to attempt the trip, he insisted upon going in order that he might “see all of his boys again” at the Grand Division, but unfortunately he did not get to attend any sessions of that body, which is the first time in the history of the Order that any session of the Grand Divi- sion was ever held at which “Daddy” Thurston was not present. His serious illness caused grave concern among the delegates at the convention, and when the announcement of his death was made the deepest of gloom settled over the Grand Division. To write a biographical sketch of the de- ceased, would practically be to rewrite the history of the Order of Railroad Telegra- phers in its early days. He was born on July 10, 1852, in Oneonta, N. Y. He re- ceived a common school education, and hav- ing been born a cripple, which made it impossible for him to do heavy manual labor, he eventually took up telegraphy as Digitized by Google

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968 ‘ The Railroad Telegrapher. a profession, and in the spring of 1886, was employed at La Porte City, Iowa, on the B. C. R. & N. Railway, now a part of the Rock Island System, where he conceived the idea of organizing the railroad telegra- phers, and a convention for that purpose was called, which met in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on June 9, 1886, which was attended by twenty-six telegraphers. Bro. Thurston was made chairman of that meeting, and after a constitution had been adopted, was elected its first Chief Executive, the title of wjiich office at that time was Grand Chief Telegrapher. He threw his whole energy into the work of organizing the railroad telegraphers of the United States, Canada and Mexico, and although many obstacles were encountered and many sacrifices had to be made, he never faltered, persistently and energtically . applying himself to his chosen work, spurred on by a firm convic- tion that it was possible to bring about organization among the railroad telegra- phers of North America, and the knowledge of the great good that would accrue to the army of overworked and underpaid teleg- raphers, if such a condition was brought about. The fact that, oftentimes there was no money in the treasury out of which to draw salary to buy the necessities of life for himself and family did not deter him, and he struggled valiantly on, guided by that motto “where there is a will, there is a way/’ No one will ever know or appre- ciate as it should be appreciated, the many sacrifices that were made by this valiant knight in order that his efforts to make the Order of Railroad Telegraphers a success might succeed. Bro. Thurston was re-elected as Grand Chief Telegrapher of the Order at each subsequent convention, up to and including the 1891 convention. In the fall of 1891, in which year the Order was made a protective one, which made it necessary for the Chief Executive to put in most of his time on the road traveling, Bro. Thurston resigned as Grand Chief Telegrapher and was named by the Grand Executive Com- mittee (now the Board of Directors) as Editor of The Railroad Telegrapher, be- ing succeeded as Grand Chief Telegrapher by Bro. D, G. Ramsay, who was prior to that time Assistant Grand Chief Telegra- pher. Bro. Thurston continued as Editor of The Railroad Telegrapher until the Denver convention in 1894, after which he served the Order in various capacities, among others being Chief Clerk in the office of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer for six years, until 1905, when the Grand Division in convention assembled, at Buf: falo, N. Y., provided for the purchase of a suitable home by the Order for the use of Bro. Thurston during the remainder of his life, and also provided for the payment to him of a salary, in recognition of his past services to the Order, after which he re- tired from active work. The funeral services were held at the home,, which were conducted by Rev. J. Ernest Martin, pastor of the Kirkwood Methodist Church, and was attended by nearly all of the Grand Officers of the Order and many delegates who came direct from the Baltimore convention to attend the funeral. The pallbearers were: H. B. Perham, President; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer; T. M. Pierson. Second Vice-President ; D. Campbell, Third Vice-President ; J. J. Dermody, Fourth Vice-President; E. J. Manion, Fifth Vice- President; D. G. Ramsay, Past President, and Jas. B. Finnan, representing the Balti- more convention. The honorary pallbearers were A. O. Sinks and Geo, E. Joslin, of the Board of Directors. ^ ’ Mrs. E. L. Mathis, president of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the O. R. T., attended the funeral as a representative of the Auxiliary. There were many beautiful floral offer- ings, among others being one from the Grand Division, the Ladies’ Auxiliary, the office force of the O. R. T. general offices. Division No. 2, Division No. 7, Division No. 23 and Division No. 59, and D. G. Ramsay, Past- President. Interment took place at Oakwood Ceme- tery, Kirkwood, Mo. At the grave the burial service of the Order, which was writ- ten by Bro. Thurston, was read by Presi- dent Perham. Following this occurred one of the most touching incidents ever wit- nessed, when Past-President D. G. Ramsay, stepped to the open grave and delivered Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 969 a farewell address over the body of his departed friend. He spoke in part as follows : In the short span of human life, we all, at times, are impressed with the certainty of death. It seems to me that on this occa- sion more than any other in my life I can realize the power and purpose of it all. When the angels in heaven reached forth their tender hands to draw to them the spirit of that great deliverer of man, from bondage, Abraham Lincoln, many thought they saw the purpose of it all. Kings, potentates, and others have come and gone their way, have had engraved on tablets, written on parchments and in vol- umes, their worth and works. To the memory of others have been erected monu- ments that pierced the very skies. But my friend, Bro. A. D. Thurston, who now be- fore me lies in the sleep everlasting, has left a living monument in the breasts of more than 40,000 members of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, which he founded and fathered, and in the organization of which we met for the first time over twenty-five years ago. From our first acquaintance we became fast, intimate friends, a friendship as spon- taneous as it was natural, which rapidly grew and ripened into a sincere love that is seldom entertained by one friend for another. It was on his suggestion, to which I gladly agreed, that, if possible, our part- ing should be and last farewell said at the open grave. Bro. A. D. Thurston, was born at Oueonta, N. Y., on July 10, 1852, and while employed as telegrapher at LaPorte, Iowa, in 1884, was married to Miss Mary Reardon, who, with seven of the eight chil- dred born of their wedlock, survive him. Bro. Thurston was most honorable, high- minded, broad and liberal in his views, of purest character, courageous in all under- takings, and withal the most sympathetic, tender-hearted and kindly man I ever knew ; his motto and advice was “Do right/’ and he always endeavored to do right ; he cherished ill-will against no one, had an abiding faith in his fellow man, to whom he conceded the same pure motives as his own. Always had a kind word and smile for every person he came in contact with regardless of the cares, vicissitudes, trials and tribulations that befell him. He was a most devoted husband and father and his greatest delight and pleasure was to be with, visit, entertain and amuse little children, and he never missed an opportunity to extend a helping hand to the poor, needy, and those in dis- tress. No other person so frail in body would have thought it possible, under conditions in 1886, to assume the undertaking of or- ganizing the telegraphers of the country; but, endowed with his brilliant intellect and noble purpose to benefit his kind, he lived to see his efforts crowned with suc- cess, and it was his pleasure to attend every session of the Grand Division until the last, which adjourned the day of his death. Leaving his sick room at his home in St. Louis, he journeyed to Baltimore, and there, through the window of his hotel room, he could see the Convention Hall, diagonally across the street, where 400 Officers and Delegates of the Order so dear to his heart had assembled; they bowed their heads in sorrow when the roll was called, and it was ordered to show Past-President Thurston present, although great pain and suffering held him to his couch. Could, in the imagi- nation of man, a more pathetic scene be staged. When the physician intimated that the sands of his life in the glass of Time were running fast, he was brave and of good cheer, his one regret being his inability to attend the session and his wish was to re- turn to the arms of his beloved wife. Which wish was granted. To Sister Thurston I would say: You have the consolation of knowing that you did well your part in aiding your lovable hus- band in his most worthy undertakings and that no woman ever made greater sacrifices, endured more hardships, poverty and priva- tions than you and your little ones in the early days of the Order. And the children should feel proud to know that the seed of good so planted by their father has grown to such harvest that the condition of every railroad telegrapher in North Amer- ica, and men of their class, in the move- ment of trains, has been ameliorated and Digitized by vjOO^LC

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970 The Railroad Telegrapher. made better, and that the misery and tears thus prevented by his efforts would fill the oceans of the world. The work of Bro. Thurston on earth is done. To him the mysteries of life and death are solved. The Grand Officers have come from all parts of the continent to pay the last tribute of respect to the memory of our Past-President, and as we gather in sorrow around his cheerless grave, joined in spirit by the entire membership through- out the land, the darkness of the hour is upon us, and as the falling clods are moist- ened with our tears, the rainbow of hope appears — a light shines forth impressing upon our hearts that: Death is the crown of life; Were death denied, poor man would live in vain ; Death wounds to cure; we fall, we rise, we reign. * * * * * So may it be perchance, when down the tide Our dear ones vanish. Peacefully they glide On level seas, nor mark the unknown bounds, We call it death — to them ’tis life be- yond. * * * * * Farewell, my friend, farewell. The members of the Board of Directors, who were named by the Baltimore conven- tion as a committee to prepare suitable resolutions on behalf of the Grand Division, prepared and have filed the following reso- lutions on the death of Bro. Thurston : Whereas, Bro. Ambrose D. Thurston was the founder and first president of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, which Order was organized on June 9, 1886; and Whereas, In the founding of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers Bro. Thurston rendered a service to humanity that will stand as a monument to his name for gen- erations to come; and Whereas, We recognize the fact that the existence of the magnificent organization of railroad telegraphers, station agents and others represented by this Grand Division is directly attributable tp the energy dis- played and many sacrifices made by Bro. Thurston in the early days of its existence in meeting and overcoming what at times seemed to be insurmountable obstacles ; and Whereas, The members of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers of North America owe a debt of gratitude to Bro. A. D. Thurston, the founder of the Order, which they will never be able to repay; therefore, be it Resolved , By this Grand Division of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, in con- vention assembled, that we express oar deep regret at the untimely removal from our midst of our founder and beloved brother, A. D. Thurston, and that we convey to the widow and family 'of our deceased and honored Senior Past-President oar heartfelt sympathy in this, the hour of their and our bereavement, and that a copy of these resolutions be spread on the minutes of this Grand Division, a copy published in The Railroad Telegrapher, and a copy forwarded the family of our deceased brother; and be it further Resolved , That the charter of this Grand Division and of each division of the Order be draped in mourning for a period of thirty days out of respect to the memory of our deceased and esteemed brother, A. D. Xhurston. The Grand Division, just prior to ad- journment at Baltimore, provided for the erection of a monument at Bro. Thurston’s grave by the Grand Division. In the death of Bro. Thurston the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has not only lost the advice and counsel of its founder, but also one of its most earnest champions during its entire existence. His life's work is done, and to his credit it must be said that he did not live in vain; he has left behind him as a result of his devotion to the cause of humanity and his unselfish zeal in the cause of his fellow men, a monu- ment that will endure forever. Every schedule that has been made whereby the hours of telegraphers have been reduced and their pay increased and their working conditions otherwise generally improved, was made possible through the devotion of Digitized by vjOOQI-C

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 971 Bro. Thurston to the cause of the railroad telegraphers of North America and the many hardships he endured and sacrifices he made in the early days of the history of the Order that it might succeed. The English language does not seem to contain words nor the human brain sufficient power of construction to fittingly record the life's work of its departed hero. “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” CARD OF THANKS. Glendale Park, Kirkwood Mo., May 26, 1913. To the Officers and Members of the Grand Division : We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the officers and members of the Grand Divi- sion for their beautiful floral offering and kind sympathy shown us in our sad be- reavement in the loss of our husband and father. Mrs. A. D. Thurston and Family. IN MEMORY OF A. D. THURSTON. By H. B. Perham, President. It will be somewhat difficult for the old- timers still working at the key throughout the United States and Canada to realize that Bro. Thurston is no longer with us. For the past twenty-seven years he has been known among telegraphers as the genius who formed the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, the one who took care of the Order in its infancy, steered it through many intricate mazes, went through all sorts of trials and tribulations for it, and when at last its existence was assured mag- nanimously turned its management over to others. He rejoiced in the Order's victories, he rallied it after sustaining reverses, but never failed to watch and care for it with something akin to parental anxiety. Little does the brother who now enters the telegraph business know of the trials that came to those who tried to bring into life and foster a labor organization for railroad employes in the early days. Those heroic men were the target for the shafts of ridicule, abuse, misrepresentation and every other missile that could be hurled by those who feared they were about to lose power over their subordinates, and power to oppress it is a boon and a privilege to a certain class of men. In those days labor representatives achieved anything but blar- ing renown. The good work they did was known only to the few directly affected, and they usually kept very quiet about it That kind of work, no matter how skillfully and successfully carried oh, brought only vague and occasional recognition. His followers professed friendship for him but practiced indifference. His opponents posed as lead- ers in the church and good society while they secretly set in motion satanic enginery to bring about his downfall. Yet the things he did to establish the Order of Railroad Telegraphers upon a solid footing were fraught with good for thousands. Let us recall the truth that there are little children going to school, well nourished, nicely clothed, happily engaged in their tasks, who unconsciously owe much to the one who has left us. It is not necessary that they should know, but the mothers know, and that is one of the reasons why they are such sticklers for the organization. In later years, as the Order prospered, it was able to show him a measure of appre- ciation for his earlier work, and that was done in such a way that it not only did honor to him but to the organization itself. The telegraphers are proud to think that by their efforts his last years were free from financial cares and responsibilities, and they were able to pay him in kind for some of the things he had done for them. The world moves forward, and mankind now perceives past events in a fairer way than it did yesterday, we are coming into a clearer understanding of things accom- plished and a greater appreciation of the men who did those things. A shaft will be erected in due course of time to the memory of Bro. A. D. Thurston, our beloved Senior Past President, and, however beautiful it may prove to be, it will not surpass the monument of gratitude and good-will indelibly engraved on the tablets of the memory of those who know in what condition he found the telegraphers and appreciate the wonderful improvement wrought as the direct result of his initial

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972 The Railroad Telegrapher. THE CONVENTION. THE Ninth Biennial and Nineteenth Regular Session of the Grand Divi- sion of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers convened in Odd Fellows' Hall, Baltimore, Maryland, on Monday, May 1 2th, and continued in session until Wednesday night. May 21st. It was the largest convention ever held in the history of the Order, as well as the most important one. Three hundred and ninety delegates and Grand Officers were seated in- the con- vention. There were but few amendments made to the Constitution, the most impor- tant being the creation of the office of fifth vice-president, as the Constitution has in the past, with few exceptions, been found to be entirely satisfactory. The convention gave more time to the consideration of matters effecting the work- ing conditions of the railroad telegraphers in general than any previous session has done, and, as a result, several resolutions bearing on this most important subject were considered and eventually adopted, the most important of which were the following: RESOLUTION. Whereas, The practice of fixing salaries for telegraphers, telephones and station agents at the present time, whereby a part of the remuneration of many such employes is fixed in part on a commission basis is not equitable; and, Whereas, The entire elimination of all commission and the placing of all such em- ployes on a straight salary basis would be more fair and satisfactory to all concerned; therefore, be it Resolved, That this Grand Division en- dorse the plan of entirely eliminating all commissions and the placing of all teleg- raphers, telephoners and station agents on a straight salary basis, and that all general committees be strongly urged to follow this plan in preparing new or revised sched- ules in the future. RESOLUTION. Whereas, The handling of United States mail is entirely foreign to the duties of railroad telegraphers and station agents ; and, Whereas, The system now prevailing whereby many telegraphers and station agents are required to handle United States mail is a flagrant imposition upon those em- ployes and stands as a constant menace to the lives of the traveling public by taking those employes away from their more im- portant duties in connection with the move- ment of trains at a time when their services are most needed; therefore, be it Resolved, By this Grand Division that we condemn the practice of requiring or per- mitting any telegrapher or station agent to handle United States mail, and that we urge all general committees to incorporate a rule in all new or revised schedules hereafter presented providing that no telegrapher or station agent shall be required or permitted to handle United States mail. RESOLUTION. Whereas, The Federal Congress in its wisdom enacted a law known as the Hours- of- Service Law, commonly called the Teleg- raphers’ Nine-Hour Law, approved March 4, 1907, the particular purpose of which was to provide a greater degree of safety to the traveling public by limiting the hours of service of the railroad telegraphers, tele- phoners and train dispatchers, in order to insure greater efficiency in the railroad telegraph and telephone service, the most important branch of the railroad service having to do with the movement of trains ; and, Whereas, The practice prevailing whereby railroad companies require many station agents, telegraphers and telephoners to handle United States mail nullifies to a great extent the results desired to be accom- plished by the enactment of the Hours-of- Service Law, in that those employes are required to carry United States mail to and from post offices shortly before and after the arrival of passenger trains, thereby leaving their offices unprotected at a time when their services are most needed to insure the safety of passengers; and, Whereas, The practice of requiring sta- tion agents, telegraphers and telephoners to handle United States mail stands as a con- stant menace to the great traveling public; therefore, be it Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 973 Resolved, That the President of the Order be instructed to bring this matter to the attention of the proper committee of the National Congress and secure the introduc- tion of legislation therein prohibiting all railroad companies from requiring or per- mitting any railroad station agent, teleg- rapher or telephoner to handle United States mail, and to do everything possible to secure the enactment of such legislation. RESOLUTION. Whereas, There was presented to the last National Congress a bill providing for an eight-hour day for all railroad telegra- phers and telephones whose duties have to do with the movement of trains, which bill was referred to the Committee on Inter- state and Foreign Commerce and favorably reported by that committee by a unanimous vote to the House of Representatives and was placed on the calendar for action, but was not reached before the adjournment of Congress; and, Whereas, Shorter hours for railroad sta- tion employes having to do with the move- ment of trains is greatly conducive to the highest possible degree of efficient in this important branch of service, and as a con- sequence highly beneficial to the welfare of the traveling public by insuring greater safety; therefore, be it Resolved, That this Grand Division re- cord its approval of the proposed legislation herein referred to and that the president of the Order be instructed to secure the reintroduction of this measure at the com- ing session of Congress and to do every- thing possible to secure its enactment into law. One of the saddest events connected with the convention was the fact that the founder of the Order, Bro. A. U. Thurston, although * in poor health, made the trip from St. Louis to Baltimore to attend the convention, as he had been present at all previous conven- tions, but was unable to attend even one session, on account of illness, and was eventually sent to his home in St. Louis in charge of a trained nurse, and shortly afterwards was taken to a hospital, where an operation was performed, and he died on the operating table at io 130 a. m.. Wednesday, May 21st. As soon as intel- ligence of his death reached the Grand Division, it adjourned out of respect to his memory until 2 p. m., and upon recon- vening, the uncompleted business was dis- posed of as rapidly as possible in order that the convention might adjourn that night to permit the Grand Officers and as many delegates as desired to hasten to St. Louis to attend the funeral of Past Presi- dent Thurston. St. Louis was chosen as the next meet- ing place of the Grand Division. The following officers were elected for the ensuing term: President, H. B. Perham. Grand secretary and treasurer, L. W. Quick. First vice-president, J. A. Newman. Second vice-president, T. M. Pierson. Third vice-president, D. Campbell. Fourth vice-president, J. J. Dermody. Fifth vice-president, E. J. Manion. A. O. Sinks and C. E. Layman were re- elected members of the Board of Directors. H. B. Perham, J. F. Miller, H. G. Alex- ander and G. E. Soyster were elected dele- gates to the American Federation of Labor, and G. F. McCormack, I. N. Holmes, James Troy and C. E. Maxwell were elected alter- nates. The convention adjourned sine die at 11 p. m., Wednesday, May 21st. CONVENTION NOTES. The Baltimore Convention will in the future be known as the “Million Dollar Convention.” For further particulars mem- bers of the Order should peruse the report of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer, which is contained in the front part of the proceedings of that convention. Ramsay, of the Grand, was there with his familiar “Just one more word and I am done.” Lost — One bagpipe artist. Last seen lead- ing a “cake-walk” around the convention hall at 2 a. m., the night of adjournment, participated in by delegates who were wait- ing their “turn” to line up before the pay Digitized by Google

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974 The Railroad Telegrapher. table and receive their mileage and per diem, headed by the “flying squadron” quar- tette. Description: Height, 5 feet; noise- making ability, unlimited; color of hair — pate very much resembled a billiard ball; color of eyes, watch-eyed (nothing ever got by him) ; complexion, very red, after lead- ing the procession a while. Other peculiar characteristics : two feet, which make a yard. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by “Reif of 37.” When passing the smokehouse of the old White House grounds, at Mt. Vernon, one of the facetious delegates was heard to re- mark, “That is where all these ‘hams’ should be.” He was immediately chloro- formed. Mullen, of Div. 104, “took the count" when the story in regard to the dead stranger losing a first-class funeral because “he didn’t keep his mouth shut,” was re- lated in the Grand Division. Reif of foiv. 37, Riley of Div. 89, and a few others of the delegates formed a “fly- ing squadron” quartette. They “whooped ’er up” whenever opportunity afforded, out- side of the convention hall. When their voices got husky they “called the roll.” Their singing was greatly enjoyed by all the delegates. Rex, of Div. 17, was the “official musi- cian” of the Grand Division. While the delegates were assembling prior to each ses- sion, he rendered some very appropriate selections on the piano, to the great delight of the delegates. Canadian Pacific Railway, System Div. No. 7, had the honor of having the largest delegation in the convention; it consisted of 19 delegates. C. M. & St. P. Railway, Div. No. 23, was second with 18 delegates. Burlington Railway, System Div. No. 130, was third with 17 delegates. B. & O. Railway, System Div. No. 33, was fourth with 16 delegates. Pennsylvania Railway, System Div. No. 17, and New York Central Railway, System Div. No. 8, were tied for fifth place, with 15 delegates each. Immediately following them in the order named were : Southern Railway, System Div. No. 59, 14 delegates; C. R. I. & P. Railway, System Div. No. 126, 14 delegates; Illinois-Central Railway, System Div. No. 93, 13 delegates; C & N. W. Rail- way, System Div. No. 76, 12 Bel egates; Southern Pacific Railway, System Div. No. 53, 11 delegates ; Missouri Pacific Railway. System Div. No. 31, 10 delegates; Frisco Railway, System Div. No. 32, 10 delegates, and Northern Pacific Railway, System I>iv. No. 54, 10 delegates. There were 390 delegates and Grand Offi- cers seated in the convention, which was the largest convention ever held in the history of the Order. St Louis was chosen as the next meeting place of the Grand Division which meets in 1915- “Why?” Ask “McDermott of 89.” Kelso, of the Grand, who was called to the chair on two different occasions, exem- plified the old admonition to “Step lively.” He kept things moving, but when he first sprung “Do you yield to interrogation?” on one of the delegates, he floored the whole Grand Division, but the delegate soon re- vived and business went on. It was a most harmonious and enthusi- astic convention, and the good old ship, “O. R. T." will continue to sail up the Sea of Progress uninterrupted. “Bode of 41 *s” description of how, when the waters of the convention became troubled, and little ripples would appear on the smooth surface, a “Big Wave” came along and smoothed them all out, and peace and good-will again prevailed, caught the delegates. It was a source of great regret to the delegates attending the convention that “Daddy” Thurston was not able to be pres- ent at any of its sessions. His famous admonition “Do right,” which he has enun- ciated at every session of the Grand Divi- sion since the organization of the Order, will long live in the minds of the delegates who have attended the various conventions. The Entertainment Committee, consist- ing of J. F. Miller, of Div. 17; C B. Pierce, of Div. 33; Wm. M. Skinner, of Div. 17; D. J. McGrath, of Div. 33. and Dr. J. B. Digitized by Google

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975 The Railroad Telegrapher. SeBastain, of the Grand Division, did themselves proud, and when a resolution of thanks to the committee came before the Grand Division, it was carried with a whoop, followed by three cheers and a tiger for the committee. The 1 delegates, by popular subscription, “Put a watch” on Dr. J. B. SeBastain, who is one of the oldest members of the organi- zation, and who, although having left the telegraph service many years ago, h; s con- tinued a consistent member, and has been actively identified with movements of dif- ferent kinds in hys locality looking toward the betterment of the condition of the rail- road telegraphers of that section. He was one of the^rime movers in the movement to secure the passage of the Eight-Hour Bill for railroad telegraphers in the State of Maryland a few years ago, and through his untiring efforts the bill became a law. The watch is a very handsome one, of the latest make, the case being studded with diamonds. Dermody, of the Grand, caused great merriment among the delegates immediately following his election, when, after being presented with a very handsome , grip by the delegates from Divisions 132 and 147, and making a short speech of appreciation, he left the platform, leaving the grip hind. “Jack” admitted he was “rattled.” “Ross, of 89,” he of strong voice, rendered very valuable assistance to the Grand Secretary and Treasurer during the closing days of the convention, in calling the roll and reading bills, after the latter’s voice had become “cracked” from the strain of this and other work during the first several days of the session. When the Grand Secretary and Treas- urer accused the delegates in their repre- sentative capacity of being “Millionaires,” and proved it, not a protest was uttered. When “Manion, of 29,” was elected Fifth- Vice-President, the “Flying Squadron” quartette assembled in a corner of the con- vention hall and rendered a stanza from the “Old Hen Song.” Campbell, of the Grand, was handed a “terrible” package by the delegates from Divisions 7, 43 and 99, at the completion of the reading of his report to the convention. They presented him with a check for $i,oco in recognition of his services to them. WILL DI8BAND. THE American Railroad Employes and Investors’ Association, which was organized by the railroads to oppose legislation detrimental to them, will disband on July 1st, according to an an- nouncement made through the daily press by the executive committee of that associa- tion. The disbandment of the association, after a five years’ trial, is accepted as an ' acknowledgment of the failure of the movement. P. H. Morrissey, formerly president of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, was president of the association, and C. D. Kellogg, formerly associate editor of The Railway Conductor , was secretary. The further announcement is made that Morrissey has been appointed assistant to Vice-President H. E. Byram, of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. The Order of Railroad Telegraphers was never in any way identified with the Amer- ican Railroad Employes and Investors' As- sociation, for the reason that its purposes were not deemed compatible with that of the members of the Order. It is not easy to conceive how a railroad telegrapher, for example, can assist in promoting legis- lation in the various States and in the Fed- eral Congress which has for its purpose the shortening of his hours of service and the inauguration of other beneficial condi- tions, and at the same time be associated with an association formed expressly for the purpose of opposing this kind of legisla- tion and all other legislation that is not deemed of “interest” to the railroad com- panies. The Weekly News Letter of the Ameri- can Federation of Labor, in referring to the public announcement of the disband- ment of the American Railroad Employes and Investors’ Association, contains some very caustic remarks regarding the pur- poses and efforts of the about-to-be-dis- banded association. The editor of The Telegrapher concedes the right of railroad Digitized by v^ooQle

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976 The Railroad Telegrapher. companies to organize in any way they see fit and claims the same right for the em- ployes. He also concedes to the employing companies the right to promote and foster any legislation that may be deemed bene- ficial to them and the right to oppose any legislation that may seem detrimental to their interests, and claim the same right for the employes. The American Railroad Employes and Investors’ Association was organized for the purposes that were an- tagonistic to the best interests of the rail- road telegraphers of North America; therefore, the Order did not see fit to in any way be identified with it, and the wis- dom of its course in that regard has been demonstrated by the lapse of time and the history of that movement. The following article is taken from the Weekly News Letter, which is reproduced as showing how the movement was regarded in other quarters : “Press reports state that the American Railroad Employes and Investors* Associa- tion will disband July ist. This association was formed five years ago at the instance of the railroads. At the time of its forma- tion P. H. Morrissey, then president of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, was se- lected by the railroads as president of the association. The Employes and Investors* Association made itself conspicuous by op- posing all remedial legislation sought by the railroad organizations of the various States and also the Federal Congress. This association not only opposed labor ^nd other legislation affecting railroads, but even concerned itself in other labor legis- lation. Some years ago, while the forces of organized labor were endeavoring to secure a ten-hour law for women in the State of Illinois, the Employes and Invest- ors’ Association had representatives on the ground opposing it. When the railroads, a few years ago, attempted to have repealed Section 9, of Article IX, of the Constitution of Oklahoma, which in effect would have repealed that part of the Constitution which abrogated the fellow-servant rule, the State swarmed with representatives of the Employes and Investors’ Association, who assisted the railroad corporations as against the railroad brotherhoods in an effort to secure the repeal of this section. The peo- ple of the State, however, refused to sanc- tion the appeal by a majority of approxi- mately 100,000. As a matter of fact, it has been patent that the Employes and Invest- ors’ Association was nothing more or less than a scheme originating in the brains of a few railroad magnates for the purpose of hectoring and dividing the employes of the railroads who were members of the various brotherhoods. By the voluntary dissolution of this association it operates as a public acknowledgment that the railroads have failed in their scheme to divide or decrease the influence and efficiency of the railroad brotherhoods.** ONE-CENT LETTER P08TAQE. POSTMASTER-GENERAL Albert S. Burleson, recently appointed by President Wilson to take charge of the postal affairs of the United States, is heartily in favor of one-cent letter postage. He so announced himself to a delegation representing the National One-Cent Letter Postage Association, which waited on him in Washington a few days ago. “I am heartily in favor of one-cent let- ter postage,’* declared Postmaster-General Burleson, who went on to explain that he hoped to bring it about just as soon as the revenues of the department could be adjusted. The Postmaster-General told the advo- cates of one-cent letter postage that he had long believed that their contention was right. He stated, however, that as head of the department it was his business to see that sufficient revenue was raised to meet all expenses, and while he admitted that there was a big sprplus received from first-class mail each year, he added that it would be necessary to make such an adjust- ment of rates as would put the department on a business basis. Postmaster-General Burleson is strongly in favor of putting the postal department on an efficient basis. He also favors ade- quate compensation for postal employes and such a readjustment of rates as will permit the operation of the department in a busi- ness-like manner. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 9 77 It is the purpose of the present post office administration to establish civil serv- ice rules throughout the department, apply- ing eventually even to first-class postmas- ters. # Senator Theodore E. Burton, from Ohio, and Representative Charles L. Bartlett, from Georgia, have reintroduced one-cent letter postage bills in the Senate and House of Representatives. These bills call for the inauguration of one-cent letter postage by July ist of this year. Senator Burton has long championed the battle for one-cent letter postage, while Representative Bartlett has favored the cheaper rate for many years. A strong advocate for the lower rate has appeared in the person of Hon. James J. Britt, of Asheville, N. C. Mr. Britt recently retired from the position of third assistant postmaster-general. Upon being asked for his opinion of one-cent letter postage, he expressed it in no uncertain tone. *T am heartily in favor,” declared Mr. Britt, “of the immediate reduction of letter postage from two cents an ounce to one cent per ounce for these reasons : “It will promote general intelligence, and will improve the social relations of the people; “It will advance the business interests of the country by lowering the cost of com- munication ; “The rate of one cent an ounce for let- ters, with the increase of mail matter which the reduction will induce, will defray the cost of handling and transportation. “But few public questions are of such vast concern to the great body of the American people, and I earnestly hope it may receive the early and serious attention of the Congress.” THE 8UNDRY APPROPRIATION BILL. THE official organ of the American Federation of Labor contains the following interesting information : - The Sundry Civil Bill, passed by Con- gress in the closing hours of the Sixty- second Congress and vetoed by President Taft, was introduced in the House on April 14th. It contains identically the same provisions approved by the Sixty- second Congress. Labor was and is vitally interested in two provisions, and the re- introduction of this bill in its original form is cause for much gratification on the part of labor. It is not amiss to briefly review this measure and emphasize the strong position taken by the American Federation of Labor. The Sundry Civil Bill passed by Con- gress which expired by limitation on March 4th was vetoed by President Taft because of two provisions contained there- in. These provisions prohibited the attor- ney-general from expending any money appropriated for the legal department in the prosecution of labor organizations and farmers* unions under the Sherman anti- trust law. When the veto of President Taft was reported to the House, that body immediately passed the bill over the Presi- dent’s veto, and the Senate would undoubt- edly have taken similar action had not the measure run into a filibuster during the closing hours of the session. These pro- visions were amendments offered on the floor of the House at the instance of the American Federation of Labor and the farmers’ unions, and were passed by both the House and Senate by overwhelming majorities. Upon the opening of the present Con- gress the American Federation of Labor notified those who had charge of initiating legislation for the fiscal needs of the vari- ous departments of government, for which the Sundry Civil Bill provides, that it would insist upon these same amendments being incorporated in the Sundry Civil Bill to be introduced in the early days of the Sixty-third Congress. The declaration was also made that if the original Sundry Civil Bill to be introduced did not contain these provisions, amendments would be offered from the floor of both houses iden- tical with those contained in the bill vetoed by President Taft. The platform of the Democratic party contains this declaration : “That there should be no abridgement of the right of wage earners and producers to organize for the protection of wages and improvement of labor conditions, to the end that such labor organizations and their Digitized by Google

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978 The Railroad Telegrapher. members should not be regarded as illegal combinations in restraint of trade.” The statement has been given currency, but whether by official sanction or not has not yet been disclosed, that the present admin- istration would frown upon the policy of injecting legislation into appropriation bills by amendments. Whether this be the posi- tion to be assumed by the present adminis- tration or not, the American Federation of Labor does take the position that the platform declarations should become enti- ties, and not ideal conceptions or declara- tions only. The great and growing organ- ized and unorganized industrial population refuses to stake its economic destiny upon, nor is it devoted to the success of any particular political party as such, but rather to the faithful redemption of the pledges made in the interest of the great masses of the people. The platform declaration of the now dominant party clearly and explicitly de- clare that the wage earners and the pro- ducers should not become the prey of ex- pensive and harassing litigation under a law which was never intended to apply to this class of citizens. Therefore, the American Federation of Labor proposes to hold to strict accountability those who are intrusted with the duty to carry out the principles enunciated in the platform sub- mitted to the people for their approval, which has been approved, and the legisla- tive machinery placed in the hands of those who were responsible for the declarations, giving them the power to make the plat- form declarations an actuality. SANITATION. THE approach of the vacation season makes it desirable to note again the necessity for paying attention to sanitary conditions in camps or resorts. Not all resorts where one may spend a vaca- tion are health resorts. Indeed, many of them are just the opposite, and some are centers from which ill health originates Typhoid is the index of the sanitary status of rural health resorts. While invest igation is difficult on account of the lack of ade- quate supervision of so-called health resorts by public authorities, yet it behooves the seeker after health or recreation to pay some attention to this matter. Many health resorts include in their liter- ature statements as to sanitary conditions which afford at least one means of form- ing an opinion as to the desirability of patronizing such resorts. The health departments of some States provide for the systematic inspection of sum- mer resorts with regard to sanitation. New York for the past six years has systemat- ically inspected the summer resorts of that State, of which there are many, and these reports should prove valuable to persons contemplating going to such places in that State. Michigan is another State containing a large number of resorts, which likewise looks after these places carefully. Camp- ers, also, should exercise great care to select places with unquestionable water- supply, and to adopt proper camp arrange- ments as to. the disposal of waste, preven- tion of breeding of flies, proper protection from mosquitoes' etc. Typhoid, according to the Journal of the American Medical Association , is really a rural disease* with its greatest incidence shortly following the height of the vacation season, and much of it may be traced to bad sanitation at vaca- tion resorts. The report for 1912 of the New York State Board of Health shows that in that State the occurrence of typhoid in country and city was in the proportion of 12.8 in the former to 14.5 in the latter, per hundred thousand of population; deducting the number of cases which investigation would clearly determine had originated at rural summer resorts, the figures would un- doubtedly be in favor of a lesser origin in the city. Taking this disease as the index, the necessity for care in selecting a place to spend the summer vacation is apparent.

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979 The Railroad Telegrapher. €KffORIAL NOTES Six hundred and ninety- four new mem- bers were initiated into the Order during the month of May. The eight-hour law, now in effect in Texas, is said to be one of the best, if not the best, State eight-hour law in the country. The painters, of Nashville, Tenn., after a long fight, have won their struggle for the union shop, and hereafter employing painters will hire none but union men. The bill regulating the employment of women in the District of Columbia, making eight hours {he legal workday, introduced by Senator La Follette, has been reported favorably by the Senate District Committee. The United States Senate Committee on Women’s Suffrage has voted to report favorably to the Senate the Chamberlain Resolution for a constitutional amendment, enfranchising the women of the United States. The new Constitution of the Order, re- vised and amended by the Baltimore con- vention, becomes effective July 21st, a copy of which will be furnished each member prior to that date, and all members should familiarize themselves with it. The convention of the Grand Division of the Order of Railway Conductors, held last month, amended the laws of that organiza- tion so as to provide for triennial conven- tions, and also named the city of St. Louis as the permanent place of meeting of its Grand Division. It is stated that at the next international joint conference, which will be held next year, to fix a new scale for coal miners, that the Ohio miners will seek to secure a six-hour, five-day weekly schedule for work on all classes of inside and outside day labor, based on present prices. A press dispatch from Washington, at the time of going to press, states that Presi- dent Wilson has decided to sign the Sun- dry Civil Bill, a provision of which exempts labor unions and farmers’ organizations from prosecution under an appropriation of $300,000, which it carries for the enforcement of the Sherman Anti- Trust Act Senator Jas. H. Lewis, of Illinois, has in- troduced in the United States Senate a bill for the employment of a federal wage com- mission in each congressional "district with power to fix minimum wages. The bill provides that employes engaged in inter- state commerce may make complaint to the commissioner of the insufficiency of wages. An executive order has been issued, re- quiring all fourth-class postmasters now in office, or candidates for prospective appoint- ments, to enter a competitive examination to determine their fitness for office. It has also been announced by the Postmaster- General that the matter of taking into the classified civil service all postmasters of the second and third class, was under con- sideration. United States Senator Chilton, of West Virginia, has introduced a bill prohibiting the shipment in Interstate Commerce of goods in the production or manufacture of which females have been employed at a wage of less than $9 per week. Under the provisions of the bill, a week is defined as six days of eight hours each and provides a penalty of $500 fine, or three months’ imprisonment for each violation. The new membership cards for the term ending December 31st are now being dis- tributed. Members should pay their dues Digitized by Google

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980 The Railroad Telegrapher. promptly ard secure an up to date. They should also pay assessments in the Mutual Benefit Department with the same prompt- ness. After July 21st, when the new Constitu- tion of the Order becomes effective, no charge will be made in the Mutual Benefit Department for changing beneficiaries, ex- changing certificates from a lower to a higher series, or vice versa, or for secur- ing duplicates of lost certificates. A press dispatch from Washington, at the time of going to press, contains the fol- lowing important announcement : “By deny- ing a petition for a writ of certiorari, the Supreme Court affirmed a decision of the United States District Court for the West- ern District of Texas, which fined the St. Louis Southwestern Railway Company, of Texas, $1,000 for violation of the law which prohibits the employment of telegraph operators who handle train orders longer than nine hours in any twenty- four hour period. By the same means the highest tribunal also affirmed the constitutionality of that law. Aside from providing an eight-hour day on all public work, there is also a clause which provides “that not less than the cur- rent rate of per diem wages in the locality where the work is being performed, shall be paid to the laborers, workmen, mechanics or other persons so employed by or on be- half of the State of Texas, or for any county, municipality, or other legal or political subdivision of the State, county or municipality, and every contract here- after made for the performance of work for the State of Texas or for any county, municipality, or other local or subdivision of the State, must comply with the require- ments of this section. A copy of the proceedings of the Balti- more convention, together with the full re- ports of all the Grand Officers to that con- vention, will be forwarded each member as a supplement to this issue of the journal. These proceedings are printed at a very heavy cost in order that each member may be thoroughly familiar with every detail of the workings of the Order. Each member should carefully read the whole of the pro- ceedings, especially the reports of the Grand Officers, which gives in detail a full state- ment of the progress of the organiration throughout the country. The report of the Grand Secretary and Treasurer shows in detail the source from which all money was derived and for what purposes disburse- ments were made and the balance cash on hand. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of March, 1913. shows that there were 145,023 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month; that there were 1,456 debarred from entrance, classified as follows : Idiots, 50; insane and epileptic, 18; loathsome or dangerous contagious diseases, 173; profes- sional beggars, 1 ; paupers, 1 ; likely to become public charges, 529; mentally or physically defective, 318; contract laborers, 125; accompanying aliens, fo; under six- teen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 31 ; assisted aliens, 13 ; criminals, 91 ; polygamists, 3 ; prostitutes and pro- curers, 45 ; without passport, 2 ; under pro- visions of Chinese exclusion act, 36. The report also shows there were 265 aliens re- turned after landing. The statement issued by the Bureau of Immigration for the month of April, 1913. shows that there wer6 198,523 aliens landed at the various ports of entry during the month ; that there were 2,143 debarred from entrance, classified as follows: Idiots, 56; insane and epileptic, 25; loathsome or dan- gerous contagious diseases, 239; likely to become public charges, 757; mentally or physically defective, 397; contract laborers, 328; accompanying aliens, 44; under six- teen years of age and unaccompanied by parent, 52; assisted aliens, 35; criminals. 96; polygamists, 4; prostitutes and procurers, 67; without passport, 1; under provisions of Chinese exclusion act, 42. The report also shows there were 276 returned after landing. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The following births have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: To Bro. and Mrs. W. R. Little, a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. P. A. Donaldson, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. B. Starr, of Anna, Tex., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. B. Bowman, of Chapin, N. Y., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. B. Alden, of Orange, Mass., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. E. O. Price, of Cuth- bert Ga., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. B. F. Terry, of Ander- son, Ind., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. J. T. Booth, of Land- rum, S. C., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. H. C. Bos worth, of Cuba, *Ohio, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. A. H. Thiele, of Fries- land, Wis., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. W. W. Tedder, of Seville, Fla., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. A. W. Ackley, of Thorp, Wash., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. H. H. Stoudenmire, of Oakman, Ala., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. G C. Burgess, of Van Meter, Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and * Mrs. A. P. Schaeffer, of Chemung, 111., a girl To Bro. and Mrs. L. E. Lehmer, of Famosa, Cal., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. G. C. Williams, of Algona, Idaho, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. R. E. Kirtland, of Buffalo, N. Y., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. Walter Graham, of Fairbury, Neb., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. V. A. Garlock, of Bradley, S. D., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. G. J. Schwarderer, of Valentine, Tex., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. John O. Ross, of Frankfort, Kan., a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. B. C. Samuelson, of Burlington, Iowa, a boy. To Bro. and Mrs. P. H. Rasmussen, of Summit Lake, Wis., a girl To Bro. and Mrs. J. H. Ingham, of Briarcliff Manor, N. Y., a girl. To Bro. and Mrs. J. W. Barnhart, of Pumpville, Tex., twins — boy and girl. The following marriages have been re- ported since the last issue^ of The Teleg- rapher: Bro. R. A. Christy, of Div. 126, to Miss Alta M. Turpen. At Royal, Neb., Bro. L. E. Downey, to Blanche Cherry. Bro. L. E. Needham, of Div. 53, to Miss Ethel Shannon. • At Clarksville, Miss., Bro. C. W. Floyd, of Div. 93, to Miss Talbott. At Burleigh, N. D., Bro. L. J. Agnew, of Div. 54, to Miss Luella Rowley. At Tamms, 111., Bro. W. E. Jemigan, of Div. 2, to Miss Winifred Hodge. At Sutton, Neb., Bro. J. F. Mercier, of Div. 130, to Miss May Lohmier. At Big Springs, Tex., Bro. S. L. Bush, of Div. 53, to Miss Elsie Shank. . At Fairfax, Iowa, Bro. Clifford C. Carnes, of Div. 23, to Miss Irene Losey. At Frontenac, Minn., Bro. D. J. Clifford, of Div. 23, to Miss Mabel Paton. At Denver, Colo., Bro. John Ax., Jr., of Div. 6, to Miss Louise L. McGraw. At Missoula, Mont., Bro. Cecil E. Betts, of Div. 23, to Miss Minerva Riverdy. At Denver, Colo., Bro. M. B. McMullen, of Div. 23, to Miss Grace L. Huston. At New London, N. C., Bro. L. John Trott, of Div. 59, to Miss Ruth Crowell Ivey. Digitized by v^ooQle

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982 The Railroad Telegrapher. At South Norwalk, Conn., Bro. M. E. Harris, of Div. 44, to Miss Lillian M. Seiler. At Rensselaer, Ind., Bro. D. M. Morris- sey, of Div. 9, to Miss Mary A. Lonergan. The Telegraphs extends congratula- tions to the happy couples. The following deaths have been reported since the last issue of The Telegrapher: Bro. J. A. Wilson, of Div. 23. Bro. G. E. Briggs, of Div. 126. Bro. Roy W. Short, of Div. 23. Bro. Edw. Eastman, of Div. 54. Bro. Oliver H. Dumm, of Div. 53. Bro. Lloyd Courtney, of Div. 42. Father of Bro. T. D. Pyle, of Div. 6. Wife of Bro. J. F. Pierron of Div. 27. Father of Bro. J. W. Green, of Div. 93. Sister of Bro. J. A. McGhee, of Div. 7. Wife of Bro. C. W. Travis, of Div. 44. Father of Bro. A. L Marsh, of Div. 44. Sister of Bro. W. H. Moody, of Div. 156. Mother of Bro. W. H. Seiler, of Div. 138. Mother of Bro. J. A. Kucher, of Div. 76. At Dalton City, 111., Bro. A. J. Land, of Div. 93. Grandmother of Bro. H. H. Fairchild, of Div. 148. At Hyner, Pa., wife of Bro. S. H. Young, of Div. 1 7. At Swansy, N. C., Bro. Darling F. Neese, of Div. 17. At San Francisco, Cal., Bro. E. F. Beck, of Div. 53. At Mott, N. D., wife of Bro. L. E. Baker, of Div. 54. At Braymer, Mo., Bro. Thos. W. Jones, of Div. 23. At Baltimore, Md., Bro. W. H. Hudson, of Div. 132. At St. Augustine, Fla., Bro. E. L. Ditto, of Div. 134. Father of Bros. C. G. and G. W. Kruse, both of Div. 34. At Wathena, Kan., father of Bro. F. G Lakin, of Div. 2. At Clyman Jet., Wis., wife of Bro. P. W. Avery, of Div. 76. At El Paso, Tex., Bro. Elmer Stearns, of the Grand Division. At Logansport, Ind., sister of Bro. D. H. Carson, of Div. 120. At Klevenville, Wis., father of Bro. A. R- Sorenson, of Div. 76. At Grant City, Mo., father of Bro. A. D. Marten, of Div. 126. At Hudson, Mass., father of Bro. R. C- Cooledge, of Div. 39. At Minonk, 111., infant child of Bro. N. P. Layton, of Div. 93. At Syracuse, S. G, infant son of Bro. J. A. Garke, Jr., of Div. 132. At White Bluff, Miss., brother of Bro. J. S. Carmichael, of Div. 94. At Gillett, Pa., mother of Bros. A. P. and H. G. Furman, both of Div. 17. Wife and daughter of Bro. R. W. Kim- ball, of Div. 130, killed in cyclone. Wife of Bro. A. A Babcock, and mother of Bro. D. G Babcock, both of Div. 76. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all. WANTED. Present address of H. K. DufEeld. “DF," if you see this, write me at Pardee, Ont., care G P. R. M. U. Bates. Present address of C. B. Burling, worked at Stilwell, Okla., for K. ,G S., July, 1911. M. G Sally, Wells, Nev. Present address of D. B. Davis, operator. “BI,” if you see this, please write. W. T. Davis, Care A C. L., Sumter, S. G Present address of William Tate, who worked for the Postal at Redlands, CaL, in 1909. R. W. Boggs, General Delivery, Jamestown, N. D. Present address of Operator W. F. Mc- Millan, worked at Smithville, Texas., in 1904. R. H. Smith, Care Sou. Ry., East Birmingham, AUl Present address of C. A. Scarborough, worked for C. G. W., Southern Division, in 1912. Walter Wilson, Bremen, Kan. Information concerning the present ad- dress of W. H. Grey, last heard of working for L S. & M. S. at Pine, Ind. G A. Harmon, 6203 S. Wood st., Chicago, 111. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 983 Present address of W. Z. Musgrave, alias Abraham Lincoln Musgrave. If you see this, write me, care Yukon Telgh., Ashcroft, B. C. H. J. Duffey. Present addresses of Claudia Stroup, L. E. Marshall and Arnold Davies. Boys, if you see this, write J. O. Cope, or J. H. Jerome, care K. C. S., Stilwell, Okla. Present address of Joe Rulin, last heard of going out West. “Joe," let me hear from you at once. M. B. Caplan, 814 N. nth st., Philadelphia, Pa. Present address of D. H. Essley, for set- tlement of estate. If you see this, write me at 141 West 67th st., Chicago, 111. E. L. Essley. Present addresses of Hugh and Hattie M. Clay, and also the address of William G. Marr. C. L. Cheney, 935 Seventeenth st., Denver, Colo. Present address of J. H. Owen, who was with Superintendent Riddle, of the A. C. L., in 1909. Also address of Operator-Dis- patcher C. F. Mann. W. J. Stubbs, Mystic, Ga. Present address of J. A. Baker, last heard from at San Antonio, Tex., May, 1911. Is carpenter contractor. Uncle, if you see this, write me at Belle Ellen, Ala. E. M. Lawler. Present address of Operator Rowel, worked at Barber Jet., N. C., for Sou. Ry. about nine years ago. Anyone knowing his address, please write. W. H. Collins, Care C. T. H. & S. E. Ry., Sheldon, Til. Present address of J. E. Ham, last seen when working at Kingston, R. I. Anyone knowing his address, please write me. T. S. Bundy, 78 Pearl st., Kingston, N. Y. Present address of A. Backer, who worked for Western Union at Chicago in 1904, later for Monon R. R., at Lowell, Ind. E. C. Amspoker, Box 206, Richmond, Cal. Information concerning the whereabouts of Dennis M. Stewart, telegraph operator. His mother is anxious to hear from him. Anyone knowing his address, communicate with his brother, Hugh Stewart, Daleville, Ind., Del. Co. Present address of John A. Douglas, for- merly a train dispatcher at Lafayette, Ind. Anyone knowing his whereabouts, kindly communicate with his wife. Mrs. J. A. Douglas, 313 S. 5th, Lafayette, Ind. Present address of Operator Leo Schwart*, last heard from working on Q. & C. at Emory Gap, Tenn. “SN,” if you see this, write me at once. W. R. Calaway, Cedar, Iowa. Present address of Operator P. H. Stuart; last heard from March, 1913; was working for Southern Pacific near San Francisco. “KS,” if you see this, write. H. W. G. Stuart, Operator, L. & A. Ry., Packton, La. Information concerning the whereabouts of George Francis Vernald, known as Frank Fernald. Native of Kittery, Me. ; left Portsmouth, N. H., April, 1892, and not heard of since. He is light complexioned, 6 feet tall. Any news will be gratefully received. J. H. Fernald, 20 Franklin st., Wakefield, Mass. Present address of H. L. Stanton, tele- graph operator, who mysteriously disap- peared from his home last October. He is about 45 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighs about 150 pounds, gray hair, clean shaven; two middle fingers of left hand cut off at second joint Any information will be thankfully received and appreci- ated. Mrs. H. L. Stanton, McKenney, Va. Information concerning the whereabouts of George LeRoy Bergen, who worked at the main office of the Postal Tel. Co. at Chicago. When he left he wore a dark-blue coat, gray trousers, black derby and black shoes. He is 5 feet 8 inches tall; has a white scar across his chest. Anyone know- ing his present address, kindly communicate with his wife. Mrs. George Bergen, 246 Beethoven place, Chicago, 111. Present address of Henry A. Davis, oper- ator and train dispatcher. His home was Digitized by Google

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984 The Railroad Telegrapher. at Independence, Iowa. Last seen in Den- ver, Colo., in March, 1905. Also present address of George Cummings, operator and train dispatcher. His home was at Gardi- ner, 111. Last seen in the fall of 1903, at Raton, N. M., working as dispatcher for the Santa Fe. Later worked at Alamogordo, N. M., for the E. P. & N. E. Ry. Anyone knowing their addresses, kindly communi- cate with me. A. S. Dorsey, Care L. E. & W. Ry., Castleton, Ind. LOST OR STOLEN. Card No. 23029, Cert. 225, Div. 57, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35* 16, Cert. 511, Div. 62, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 24538, Cert. 344, Div. 8, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 9137, Cert. 2911, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 15948, Cert. 1678, Div. 126, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 25009, Cert 2372, Div. 93, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 25384, Cert. 15, Div. 134. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 32124, Cert. 2202, Div. 2. for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11938, Cert. 2333, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 30090, Cert. 2716, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 31586, Cert. 190, Div. 53, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 34902, Cert. 2545, Div. 93, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35628, Cert. 2015, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35215. Cert 3080, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 11324, Cert 8, Div. 63, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 587, Cert. 1857, Div. 23, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 3164, Cert 436, Div. 6, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 19831, Cert 3, Div. 63, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 29013, Cert 248, Div. 34, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 35738, Cert. 34. Div. 156, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 30104, Cert. 2886, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 30096, Cert. 2776, Div. 7, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 36109* Cert 2288, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 221 17, Cert. 300, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 37533. Cert. 277, Div. 53, for term ending June 30, 1913. • Card No. 26849, Cert 598, Div. 39, for term ending June 30/ 1913. Card No. 11909, Cert 2085, Div. 31, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 21567, Cert 1755, Div. 54, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 38682, Cert 2312, Div. 2, for term ending June 30, 1913. Card No. 2118, Cert 180, Div. 141, for term ending June 30, 1913. "Card case containing a number of O. R. T. cards, Cert. 115, Div. 54, also personal cards, K. of P. receipts, etc. If found, please return to C. R. Gillespie, Kalama, Wash. Digitized by

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GREETINQ8 FROM THE PRE8IDENT. Members of the Ladies' Auxiliary — I bring you greetings from the Grand Convention at Baltimore, where you paid me the high honor of electing me your President. Naturally I feel flattered by your compliment, but I also realize the re- sponsibility incident to the office. . Wish that it had been possible for every member to have attended this great conven- tion, for Baltimore is an historical city, to say nothing of our visit to our National Capital, a rare treat, being the first visit of the majority of the party to that city. This trip shall be one of the golden pages of our memory. Since you have seen fit to place me at the head of the Auxiliary, I assure you that everything within my power shall be done to promote the growth and welfare of the Auxiliary. I ask your hearty co-operation. We need the strength that union brings. Let us as individuals resolve to accomplish greater things at this the beginning of our new year. The success or failure of any organiza- tion depends largely upon the individual members, their efforts and their loyalty. Mrs. E. E. Mathis, President. Notes from the Grand Secretary and Treasurer. The Baltimore convention closed on May 17, I9I3> and was a most harmonious and business session. The officers for the ensu- ing term were elected without opposition, and all pledged themselves to fill their respective offices to the best of their ability, and all are in a position to exert much influence in their territories. Mrs. E. L. Mathis presided, as Mrs. E. B. Smith was not physically able to endure the strain of the work. Everything went off without any hitch, and it was surpris- ing the amount of business transacted for the good of the Auxiliary for the next two years. The Mutual Benefit Department will be established, as soon as it is possible to get it into shape to do so, thirty days* notice will be given the membership before it is put into operation. The white “LA” pins will continue to be given out to new members, but beautiful new ones will be on sale, same as the good quality of O. R. T. buttons. These pins will be sold at a price within the reach of all. Announcement later when they are ready for sale. During the convention, we regret to state, that Sister Fannie Frasher, of Local No. 10, was called home, as her beloved mother passed away suddenly, and we extend to Sister Frasher our heartfelt sympathy in this her hour of sorrow, and send to her our thoughts that she may be able to see that the beloved mother had heard the call to come up higher, and answered, and that she is better off in her heavenly home, and that the years soon pass, when the family will be reunited and hope that Sister Frasher will reconcile herself to the part- ing, and rejoice that no suffering accom- panied the passing away of her mother, of a long and painful sickness. The revised rituals will be a great help to the locals when wishing to conduct meet- ings, and many other things for the ad- vancement of the work was done by the convention, and all returned to their homes Digitized by Google

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986 The Railroad Telegrapher. more than satisfied with what was done, and with the feeling that the Ladies’ Aux- iliary is now in a position to lead, as the foremost woman’s organization in the country, as among the L. A. sisters and the O. R. T. brothers, the object and aim of the L. A. is better understood. Many new locals will be formed as soon as the dele- gates get home and settled to their work again. Many new members were added to the roll, and all wish to have locals on their divisions. The minutes will be read with a great deal of pleasure by the membership and they will be circulated as soon as they come from the printer, and also the new Con- stitutions. Get ready for the next term, new cards will be ready soon. First come first served. Also get new members. Month of July $1.10 initiation and dues. Many of the faithful members will be glad to know that a revised list of the certificates will be made at once, and those back in dues will be moved back, and those paid up will come up to the front. Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Grand Sec'y & Treas. From the Second Vice-President. I wish to thank the members of the Aux- iliary at the Baltimore convention, who elected me second Vice-President, and to say that I shall endeavor to extend the Auxiliary as much as possible in this terri- tory, and hereby earnestly seek the aid of every member of Local No. 3, which has been honored by the election of one of its officers to the high position of Vice-Presi- dent. I feel that it is an honor conferred upon the division more than to myself per- sonally and sincerely trust every member of the division will feel likewise, and use every honorable means to strengthen our membership and assist me in the upbuilding of the Auxiliary. As soon as possible we hope to hold some meetings, at which our members and other ladies, entitled to become members, can attend. Give me the support necessary and I will assure you I will endeavor to do my part in making the Auxiliary mean something in this territory. Yours fraternally, Mrs. J. H. Williams, Second Vice-President. Local No. 21. Quite a few sisters of Local No. 21 at- tended the convention at Baltimore, Md. Others' that should have attended did not. Sister Nightingale was taken sick at Bal- timore, and did not enjoy her trip very much. She is now at home, and we are glad to say is improving nicely. Bro. and Sister Nightingale have the sympathy of every sister on this division. Sister Homer was taken sick again, but we are advised she is now getting along nicely. The sisters were all sorry that Sister Maurer, general chairman, was not at the convention. , She would have been very much interested, we know. The conven- tion was a grand success. The convention being over, how many sisters will try target one application and get the good work firmly started on this division ? We hope to see Sister Loomis at our next meeting. She has not been on hand lately. How many brothers on this division will send in their wives’ applications. Come, boys, help us out in this direction. A circular letter has been sent to each local chairman, asking him to assist in his particular territory to get the ladies in line. We hope it will bear fruit We know all local chairmen have lots to do in keeping their work up to date, and we do not wish to overburden them, but just a little now and then from them will aid us. CORRZS PONDENT. Digitized by v^ooQle

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Unions are necessary for the protection of labor. * * * A good character is the foundation of success. * \* * A self-made man is usually satisfied with the job. * * * Don't mistake potatoes for principles. — Thomas Carlyle. * * * When we feel we are safest, hidden dan- gers lurk the nearest. * * * Some people have no use for you because they can not use you. * * * The man who wastes an hour of time has not learned its value. * * * Yesterday has passed; tomorrow may never come; act today. * * * Every man and every human institution has some imperfections. * * * * Some of our friends, like bees, often ad- minister stinging reproofs. * * * The vote in the Ohio Constitutional elec- tion carries all labor’s planks. ♦ * * Don’t shirk the moral obligation to do all you can to uphold the dignity of labor. ♦ * * Girls sometimes make a mistake trying to make a name for themselves by marriage. * * * The International Transport Workers’ Federation has now a membership exceed- ing 250,000 men. Aeroplanes may be useful for air castle builders. * * * An unusually pretty girl can possibly af- ford to be stupid. * * * The humanitarian age is being ushered in by the laboring classes. * * * Occasionally a girl points the finger of scorn to show off her rings. * * * The benefits we now enjoy were not handed to us on a silver platter. * * * Tomorrow is the soft bed of ease on which the weak lie down to rest * * * Business results should not be measured in wealth, but in the ascent of man. * * * There are no child labor laws of any kind in twenty-nine States of the Union. * * * There is nothing truly valuable which can be purchased without pains and labor. * * * Our ancestors may be a great honor to us, but ’tis better we should be an honor to them. * * * Public service corporations should not be allowed to make an arrogant use of their power. * * * Automobiles are getting into civic geog- raphy. Philadelphia has a Motor Square Garden. * * * There ought to be an invention for but- toning waists in the back. Hand buttoning is so primitive. Digitized by Google

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988 The Railroad Telegrapher. Even a stationary engine must “run” to be useful. * * * Times have changed since the employer and employed met face to face. HON. R. C. POWERS, Author of Arkansas Bond Law. Women suffragists object to that pretty rhetorical figure of womanhood on a pedestal. * * * So many who think they preach the golden rule defend in reality merely the olden rule. a a a How would it do to “reform the cur- rency” by putting mucilage on it, so that it would stick to you? * * * Don’t forget that the more bitterly the employer opposes labor unions, the more the employe should support them. * * * It’s very nice to marry a poor girl and settle down, but some prefer to marry a rich one and let her settle up. Employes have bodies and souls and families to provide for just the same as employers. * * * A man is not judged today by what he is, but by what he has; and nobody asks out loud how he got it. * * * Those who “go ahead” accomplish results while the pessimist is wondering “why wasn’t it done the other way.” * * * It may be one can obtain happiness by dying, but a good many would like, first, to try real living as an aid to happiness. * * * ' The man who takes for his motto : **Do it now,” will have reached the goal before the “tomorrow man” has started in the race * * * The Rapid Transit Company, of Phila- delphia , is experimenting with women con- ductors on the new pay-as-you-enter cars. * * * Governor Tener, of Pennsylvania, has signed a bill prohibiting the carrying of red flags in parades or other public processions. * * * Labor will be a commodity just so long as the laboring people, as a body, are con- tent to be treated as if they were less than human. * * * The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen proposes to establish a home for aged and infirm members near Ben Lomond, Santa Cruz Co., Cal. * * * A farmer should stay on the farm, but why should a farmer's boy be so fated? He may be a born engineer or pastry cook; and of good pastry cooks there are not enough. ♦ * * Dr. Valdemar Poulsen and Prof. P. 0. Pedersen have been decorated by King Haakon, of Denmark, with the Gold Medal of the Danish Order of Merit for their work in wireless telegraphy and wireless telephony. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 989 You have to keep hammering at them to pound chaotic conditions into proper shape. * * * Improved conditions, better wages and shorter hours have been secured by the united activity of union members. * * * The unions of our day are fighting for the perpetuity of civilization and its further development. It requires nerve and valor to make this fight. * * * Of the 26,999,151 men of voting age in the United States, according to the census taken April 15. 1910, 48.9 per cent were native born whites and 9.1 per cent negroes * * * The semi-monthly law, by which railroads are compelled to pay employes twice a month, which was passed by the last Mis- souri legislature, is constitutional. * * * The Child Labor Bulletin is authority for the statement that only one child in seven, between the ages of ten and fourteen, are in school in the United States. * * * The Cigarmakers’ International Union during the last thirty-two years has paid $10,238,84271 in benefits and has a balance in its treasury of $443,384.62. * * * The Bricklayers* and Masons’ Interna- tional Union, aggregating 76,000 members, are going to vote shortly on the question of affiliation with the American Federation of Labor. * * * According to a decision handed down by the Massachusetts supreme judicial tribunal, the owners of patents are included as com- ing under the operation of the Sherman anti-trust act. * * * A fund of $100,000 has been appropriated by the Peruvian Chamber of Deputies for the erection of wireless stations at Arequipa and Puerto, Maldonado, and a station will be erected at Paita out of the surplus in- come from the wireless system. * One million children under sixteen years of age are employed in the United States outside of those in agricultural pursuits or assisting their parents on farms. 1 HON, DAVID S. DELLINGER. Author of North Carolina Bond Law. While some people are always making a noise like filing a saw, others are quietly sawing wood. The former may be as neces- sary as the latter, however, to secure results. Moral: “Keep busy.” * * * The cardiograph, as used in Johns Hop- kins Hospital in Baltimore, Md., permits the examination of heart action at a dis- tance of 500 miles from the patient by means of the telephone. * * * A bill to protect railway employes in their organizations from injustice at the hands of their employers through blacklist- ing or threats of dismissal has been intro- duced in the lower House, by Congressman Stevens, of Minnesota. ♦ * * A man who is on the square usually moves in the best circles. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 991 Ohio, Oklahoma, Illinois and Michigan have passed a' law providing a fund for widows who will keep their children at home and in school as the laws of those States require. * * * The wireless operator of the United States Army at Eagle, Alaska, recently heard the government station at Key West, Fla., sending a message to Mare Island, Cal. The distance between Key West and and Eagle is over 4,000 miles. * * * C. A. Tomlinson, of the Western Union Telegraph Company, and J. J. Varcoe, of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Com- pany, San Francisco, Cal., have started a book on a trip around the world, contain- ing greetings and an invitation' to teleg- raphers of every nation to visit San Fran- cisco in 1915. * * * J. B. Dickinson, C. H. Beauchamp and William A. Bomar, charged with using the mails to defraud in the sale of “wireless” stock in the Texas Collins Wireless Tele- graph and Telephone Company, were found guilty in San Antonio, Texas, and sen- tenced to the Federal penitentiary — Dickin- son and Beauchamp to two years, and Bomar to eighteen months. * * * Postmaster-General Frank Hitchcock in his last annual report renews the recom- mendation made for government ownership of telegraphs. He says: “The telegraph lines in the United States should be made a part of the postal system and operated in conjunction with the mail. Such a con- solidation would result in important enono- mies, and thus permit the adoption of lower telegraph rates. * * * The Eight-hour Law is now a Federal enactment. It passed the House of Repre- sentatives December 14, 1911, passed the Senate with several amendments May 31, 1912, in which the House concurred on June 5, 1912, and President Taft signed it on June 19, 1912. The law goes into effect January 1, 1913, but will not be in force in the Panama Canal Zone until January 1, 1915. The pen used by President Taft to sign the bill was presented to President Gompers, of the American Federation. of Labor. * * * The new Kentucky State law regulating the employment of female workers is now in effect. The statute prohibits all female workers under 21 years of age from being employed in excess of 10 hours a day, or 60 hours per week, other than those em- ployed as domestics or nurses. This law FRANK WOODRUFF. Deceased Member Div. No. 53. also provides for seats for women engaged in specified occupations, and a number of other sanitary and moral safeguards. * * * An amendment to the constitution provid- ing easier ways of bringing about submis- sion of proposed constitutional amendments will be urged by Senator Cummins. It is stated that the Iowa Senator intends to introduce in the sixty-third Congress a resolution for the submission of an amend- ment on the request of one-fourth of the State legislatures. This amendment, if adopted, would take it out of the hands of Digitized by Google

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992 The Railroad Telegrapher. Congress to stand in the way of the sub- mission of constitutional amendments and would facilitate the amendment of the constitution in the future. ♦ * * The United States supreme court has de- cided that the employers* liability law passed by Congress in 1908 is constitutional and “may and rightfully does supersede acts of the various States.** The act makes rail- roads liable for injury or death to employes, “resulting in whole or in part** from the railroad's negligence or that of its employes or from defects of equipment, and the court held that suits in such cases may be brought in either State or Federal courts having concurrent jurisdiction, where such authority of the State courts are clearly defined. * * * Judge Bregy, in the common pleas court, Philadelphia, refused to grant a permanent injunction restraining the federated com- mittee of the Pennsylvania Railroad Com- pany employes from taking any action pro- viding for a vote of the employes on the lines east of Pittsburg and Erie, whether a strike should be called unless certain grievances were adjusted. The grievances involved the number of steam trainmen to be employed on the electric lines of the Pennsylvania Company between New York City and Newark, and as to the wages to be paid brakemen employed in the Pitts- burg and Philadelphia yards. ♦ * * W. B. Lasscell, of Sparkhill, N. Y.t sug- gests that ‘touch** telegraphy might he ad- vantageously employed as a means of com- municating intelligence to the deaf and blind. The patient must first learn to read the telegraph alphabet by sense of touch, and learn to write it with the aid of a pen- cil or any instrument, or even by the finger. By stringing a wire around a room, and having a low-voltage battery in circuit ; then with the class sitting in insulated chairs, and taking hold of the wire, the monitor could give the pupils needed directions or instruc- tions, and also the news of the world by means of light electric shocks. O. R. T. GROUP— QUEBEC CENTRAL RY.— DUDSWELL JUNCTION. Digitized by v^ooQle

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THE SHORTEST WAY OUT OF A DIFFICULTY. Major macdonald. as the name indicates, of Scotch de- scent, was every inch a soldier. He claimed that army officers should be celibates. But Major MacDonald could not en- force his opinions or their practice . upon those under his command. While he re- stricted himself to celibacy, his officers were marrying and raising children, and many of the men in the ranks were doing the same thing. The consequence was that during several years when his com- mand was located in one place it came to comprise nearly as many women and chil- dren as soldiers. Then came the order to move. Even the major was not prepared for the increase of his military family and the herculean task of transporting the living impedimenta, to say nothing of furniture and baggage. The migration was from Fort W. to Fort J., and, since the command consisted of two companies and each company was allowed but one wagon, it required a dozen trips for both wagons to make the transfer. During the hegria the major fumed and stamped and swore that he would rather command a tribe of Indians with a full complement of squaws and papooses, for while his own force was loaded down with effects, the Indians carried their clothing — when they had any — on their backs. His wrath was especially irritating to the wives of his soldiers, who consid- ered that they had their rights even as part of an army. The move was a trying one for all, and they had been some time settled in their new quarters before the garrison resumed its wanted good hu- mor. As soon as the furniture was in position and the trunks, boxes and barrels un- packed, the officers’ wives — there were two captains and four lieutenants, all married — got together to fire blank cartridges or empty words at the major. They began by calling him a brute, a monster, a devil, but finally simmered down to applying no more disagreeable name to him than crusty old bachelor. Then the meeting resolved itself into a committee of *he whole to ex- press its dissatisfaction at the treatment it had received and take measures against its recurrence. There was one dissenting voice in the clatter of tongues. Mrs. Captain Fergu- son, a good natured, motherly woman, avowed that the major was right; that an army encumbered with women and children would be better equipped with blank car- tridges; that the army was no place for them, and, being an encumbrance, they should bear patiently any scolding the commander chose to give them. A couple of months after the hegira a niece of Mrs. Ferguson — Miss Gwendolin Brayling, a young lady of nineteen — came out from the east to visit her aunt. When the major beard of her arrival he sniffed the air ominously. The ladies whom Mrs. Ferguson had reproved for their strict- ures on the major at once took notice, wondering how the new impedimenta — as they had come to facetiously style Miss Brayling — would affect the major. “Did you ask permission to have her come?” asked Mrs. Lieutenant Harkness of Mrs. Ferguson. “I did not,” replied Mrs. Ferguson. “I shall take care of her in every respect. She shall be no encumbrance upon the gar- rison.” Digitized by v^ooQle

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994 The Railroad Telegrapher. “He’ll get even with you,” exclaimed Mrs. Captain Wetherby, shaking her head ominously. To this Mrs. Ferguson did not deign a reply. Miss Brayling had scarcely had time to make the acquaintance of the ladies of the garrison before she was privately warned by them to keep herself at as safe a dis- tance as possible from the commander. “What'll he do to me?” she asked. “What’ll he do? Why, what a question! Don't you know that he considers women a drawback to the command? If there was an article in the ‘regulations' to cover the case he’d convene a board of survey to condemn every one of us and make a bon- fire of us." “What an awful man!" Now’, it happened that Captain Ferguson soon after Miss Brayling’s arrival was promoted to be major and assigned to the command of Fort G., too miles south of Fort J. He had no sooner left the fort, his wife, children and niece in an ambulance and his effects in an army wagon, than Major MacDonald was heard to say, “There go five dingers and one soldier.” I here was not a lady at Fort J. who did not envy Mrs. Ferguson the change, but all had at least the satisfaction in her go- ing that they would feel the more freedom in abusing Major MacDonald. About a week after the departure of the Fergusons Major MacDonald received an order from Washington directing him to inspect the army stations in the vicinity and report on their condition. Turning over the command to the next officer in rank, he departed with a single orderly and remained away a fortnight. After this the major was continually making inspections, remaining away from his command on each tour from a few days to a few weeks. His departure was always hailed with delight by the ladies at Fort J., and his return was regretted, for during his absence they ceased to feel that they were a necessary evil and breathed freely. “I wish,” said Mrs. Lieutenant Weth- erby, “the government would keep him inspecting till he came to the age of re- tirement.” “And I wish,” said Mrs. Lieutenant Gunther, “that some woman would get him, load him down with baggage and he’d be ordered to move at five minutes’ notice.” One day when the major was off on his fifth tour of inspection Captain Harbison. who was in command of the post, confided to his wife a secret MacDonald was not going away from his command on inspec- tion duty at all. He was simply absenting himself without leave. “You don't mean it? Where does he go ?” “Nobody knows. I suspect he may have secret orders to investigate something.” “That’s not usual in the army. At least in time of peace. Theie’s no secret serv- ice except in war.” “That’s all the explanation I have to give,” replied the husband. “Be sure not to say a word about what I’ve told you.” “Of course not.” And as soon as the captain left her she went into Mrs. Weth- erby's quarters and told her the story. In half an hour it was known to the wife of every officer of the garrison. The next time Major MacDonald went out on a tour of inspection he took a new uniform with him that he had just received from a New York tailor and a trunk full of other clothing. He had been gone several days when an army wagon was driven into the fort and a considerable load of brand new furni- ture and a dozen trunks were dumped in front of the major’s quarters. The episode occasioned a greater com- motion than an attack of a thousand Indi- ans. Every woman, including the children, in the fort stood on the parade gaping at the pile, and there was a clatter of tongues that would have drowned the post band. “I’ll tell you what we’ll do,” said Mrs. Gunther, “Let’s bring all our empty trunks, boxes, suit cases and bandboxes and put them on the pile.” “Wouldn’t it be mutiny?” asked one of the more timid lajdies. “Mutiny! There’s no such thing as mu- tiny for us. We’re not in the army. Come on !” Digitized by gjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 995 Every woman rushed to her quarters and back, she and her older children car- rying articles to swell the major’s pile. When it was so high that they must be tossed upward to get them in position it stopped growing, but the impedimenta was enough to drive a quartermaster insane. The next afternoon a smart little wagon was driven into the fort, and who should appear on the back seat but Major Mac- Donald and Miss Brayling! When the of- ficer saw the pile in front of his quarters his brow darkened for a moment; then he broke into a laugh. Several ladies were on the parade who hastened to welcome him back, and he presented his companion to them as Mrs. MacDonald. Both the groom and the bride entered into the spirit of the joke that had .been perpetrated, and, the news spreading that their commander had returned a married man, the garrison poured from their quar- ters and welcomed him with cheers. Then all took hold, separating the additions from the real impedimenta, and carried the lat- ter into the quarters of the bride and groom. In the evening all was ready for a wed- ding reception, for some of the boxes the groom had sent contained eatables and drinkables, and there was a merry time at Fort J. Some one proposed the health of the newly married couple with the words : “May their belongings never diminish !” The major replied, pledging himself thereafter to consider the wives, children, cats, poodles, furniture, trunks, boxes, bandboxes, beds, bedding and wearing ap- parel, a part of the paraphernalia of war to be respected accordingly. “You ladies,” he added in conclusion, are indebted to Mrs. Ferguson for a happy outcome from your troubles. Since my marriage she has confessed that she brought her niece out here with a view to making a married man of me and thus put- ting me in the same boat with the rest of you.” — By James D. Andrews, in The Voice. Don’t “wait for others.” Others are wait- ing for you. Some must be among the first —why not you? THE GIRL AT THE KEY. IT was at a small telegraph station in the Willamette Valley only a short distance from Portland, that a young lady operator had recently ventured to per- form the duties required of one in that po- sition. Although she had already met and became acquainted with most of the resi- dents of the town, and was gracious and obliging to all, still there seemed an air of reserve, and, some declared, a mystery about her that puzzled them. Where she was from, except Portland, no one knew, for she tactfully ignored all allusions to her personal affairs. Was there something in the past, some mystery, that she wished to remain unknown? And if so, why? As mystery, or often even silence, arouses curiosity in people’s minds the world over, even so was it in the little burg of Hampton. Quietly, cheerfully, understanding^, she took up her duties each day, with an in- terest that never waned, though often when not busy at the key or interpreting the clicking of the sounder as messages or orders came rapidly over the wires, there could be seen a faraway look in the beau- tiful brown eyes and a wistful expression cross her countenance; but these moments were unknown to the local inhabitants. As time progressed she gradually became more acquainted with various calls and stations along the line. Several amusing incidents of the wire had already helped to cement the bonds of friendship with other brass pounders, even though they had never met. Besides the station agent, Mr. Gilbert, an elderly, kind-hearted man of advancing years, who had served in that capacity for years but could no longer operate the tele-, graphic instruments satisfactorily because of an increasing deafness, there was Earl Brown, a boy about fourteen years of age, who had undertaken to work as helper dur- ring the holiday vacation. Red-haired, blue-eyed, with a frank and open countenance, and strongly built, he was a helper indeed, especially as he pos- sessed an enthusiasm and interest in his work which if continued would surely win Digitized by Google

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996 The Railroad Telegrapher. success. His great aim was to become an operator, and to that ambition he bent all his energies. When not otherwise engaged with station work he would spend much time at the key, in which worthy occupa- tion Miss Ford always encouraged him. He, in turn, greatly appreciated her kindness and they became great friends. With Mr. Gilbert and his wife, as they became bettter acquainted, Hazel was a great favorite; a fact that had much to do with dispelling the sense of loneliness in a new and strange place. With the rest of the people, however, she remained on friendly, though not intimate, terms. Events moved on in the same monoto- nous way for several weeks, but this was not destined to last. One day, after the mail had come in and been distributed, Hazel sat glancing over the city paper after having laid down sev- eral letters which she had just read. As she sat in easy reach of the telegraph in- struments, intensely interested in a para- graph that had suddenly arrested her at- tention, Earl happened to come to the table for a pencil which lay there. As he did so he glanced unconsciously at the super- scription on one of the envelopes. Why he did so he never knew until later events caused him to call the circumstance to mind. Well he knew that that letter was from Hazel’s friend and fellow-telegrapher in Portland, with whom she often con- versed, over the wires as well as by corre- spondence. Hazel had often told him of the good times she and Viola Kern had spent together; so, while wondering a little at the frequency of their intercourse, he soon forgot the circumstance. So deeply engrossed did Hazel become in reading the account of the difficulties in- volved in complying with the conditions of the Vantine will that it was some moments before she became aware of an office call ringing along the wires, over and over again, persistently and authoritatively. “Why don’t those people answer their call?” she absently wondered. Then she realized. It was “HN,” the Hampton call. Hastening to reply, she found that the message was from her friend in the city, the dispatcher. After making inquiries and talking over details concerning the work he asked, “Have you read column 5, page 1, of this morning’s paper? Rather inter- esting, all right. People here find time to discuss *the case, even though politics are so important these days. That is one rea- son I called you. Another is, Lottie has repeatedly asked me to insist upon your having a vacation soon and coming to town. We will gladly arrange to send a substitute if you wish. Shall we?” To which she replied, “Thank you very much, Mr. Fisher, for your kind offer, but I do not think it best to leave at present, for reasons of which you are aware. In the meantime, tell Lottie I am sorry I can not be with her, much as I should like to — and (a pause) well, I’ll write to her soon.” Again he sent along the wires, “Well, if we must wait a while before seeing you in Portland, we’ll have to be content, I sup- pose, for my authority does not extend so far as to command in such an instance. But if you change your mind do not hesi- tate to let me know.” “All right,” came the answer. Then “Do you know why you didn’t get me when you first called?” He replied, “No. Why?” “You would be amused to know,” she re- plied, “for I was reading column 5, page 1. Had just received the Oregonian/' “Oh, that explains it.” he sent back. “Well, it’s great, isn’t it? And mightily important to several persons interested, it seems. Well, the best of luck to you. little girl ! And do not fail to bring me any knotty problems that need solving. Good- bye.” And he was gone. She remained thoughtful for some mo- ments, then said to Earl. “Earl, there is more news about the Vantine wilL Mr. Fisher says that Portland people are very much interested in the case. And” — with an amused twinkle in her eyes — “we must read column 5, page 1, of the Oregonian and see what new phases of the case have developed.” “You bet we will,” said Earl interested- ly. “I wonder where Miss Hurst really is! Gee! 1 wish I could help that fellow find her.” “Perhaps you can,” she said confiden- tially; then, after a second’s pause, hastily Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 997 added, “There is a big reward, they say. Perhaps you could get it.” “You've got me,” he answered. “If I were in Portland now! But out, out here «» “Say, Earl,” said Hazel impulsively, “what would you think if I told you that I knew Helen Hurst and knew where she was?” Then suddenly turning pale, though smiling, “Remember I said 'if.'” “I’d think — ” began Earl slowly. But Hazel wisely busied herself with work at hand and left Earl to his tasks and soli- tary musings on the subject of the missing Helen. Earl didn’t think much of the circum- stance at the time. Soon he became in- terested in a conversation over the wires. “Yes, your letter came this afternoon,” Hazel was saying. “And I have had other news, too. Be on your guard, whatever happens, and (a pause) remember that ‘Discretion is the better part of valor.’ Will write tonight.” And the answer in the affirmative with the initial accompanying the message told Earl’s well-trained ear that Viola was at the key. Several train orders kept up a harmon- ious clicking for some time. Then Hazel listened, at first disinterestedly, to a con- versation between two operators, young men at the stations of Creston and Park- ersville, respectively. Yes, everybody was interested in the Vantine case! “Have you read the latest news concerning the Van- tine heirs?” asked one. “You bet. First chance I had,” said the other. “Wouldn’t have been so interested, but heard Miss Ford talking to some one about column 5, page i ; so, curiously enough, had to read it immediately.” Hazel had a great desire, at that mo- ment, to insert an apt quotation concern- ing men’s curiosity, but, on second thought, refrained from doing so. “Discretion — ” etc. “Seems as if young Vantine is having a mighty hard time to locate the girl, isn’t he: What is his last move?” “Turned detective himself, it seems. Quietly disappeared, usual detective style. Thrown the reporters off the track, all right, I guess.” “What’s the game now, I wonder 1” Then followed a conversation concerning politics which Hazel, not being especially interest- ed, paid no further attention to, but found and eagerly read the remainder of the all- absorbing topic in the newspaper. That evening, at the Gilberts’ the subject was mentioned. In a confidential moment Hazel told them that she had known the late George Vantine, that her parents were well acquaintanted with him, and that she herself knew Roy Vantine, the nephew, in Canada. To their great surprise, she added tha* she had first met Roy at a Sunday school picnic on the shores of Kootenay Lake, that his uncle had introduced them, and that that excursion was the first of many which both had enjoyed that summer. “We used to go rowing on the lake, sorqctimcs on moonlight evenings,” she proceeded en- thusiastically, while her audience listened intently to the recital. So vividly did she picture the little slumbering town, the beauty of the moon- lit lake, and the wild majestic grandeur of that part of the country, known as the “Switzerland of America,” that they ceased to wonder at her love of the wild mountain scenery. “And the mines — we visited some of them,” she continued. “Roy’s uncle was a struggling mine-owner then, with scarcely enough capital to meet his assessments when due.” “His millions came too late for him to enjoy them long,” commented Mr. Gilbert, as she paused in the recital. “But he lived long enough to gain the re- ward of his perseverance and toil," added Mrs. Gilbert. “That’s more than many miners do.” “Was that where you knew Miss Hurst, too?” askel Earl, looking up suddenly, as if he had just remembered. “Yes,” she answered; and though she smiled and spoke lightly, they noticed that she turned pale and trembled slightly. Only for an instant. Then, with an ap- parently unstudied attempt to evade fur- ther reference to Miss Hurst, she con- tinued animately, “That reminds me of the time I first met Roy. He wore a gray uni- form, like those worn by students of many Digitized by Google

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998 The Railroad Telegrapher. of our northwestern schools and colleges, familiar enough to us, but entirely new and strange to the Canadians. Several days afterward a Mrs. Garland, referring to Roy, inquired who the ‘man in stripes’ might be. How often we have laughed when recalling the incident.” * They whiled away several hours listen- ing to one amusing story after another of her experiences in “the land of the Ca- nucks,” as, with a spontaneity that was the charm of her story telling, yet ever with a gentle persistency that baffled any further mention of Helen’s name, she told them simply and interestingly. At last, abruptly pleading the lateness of the hour as an excuse, Hazel bade them all a pleasant good-night,” and sought the refuge of her room. “So* they knew now that she knew Roy Vantine, and also Helen Hurst! And Earl might know that she knew where Helen was.” She remembered the “if.” “Well, as long as they knew only that much — ” At that thought she dismissed the subject entirely, leaving the future to shape its events as it would. Reminiscently she recalled the past, which she had related to her friends. But there was one thing she did not tell, her engagement to Roy and the now seemingly foolish misunderstandings which had ter- minated it. She recalled his uncle’s mining exper- iences, his well-earned fortune, his sudden death, and the terms of that strange will. Everybody knew of that now, how he had left his whole fortune to his nephew Roy and his friend’s daughter, Helen Hurst, provided they were married in seven months from the reading of the will; or, should either marry some one else in that time all the property was to go to the other; or, lastly, in case neither were mar- ried at the expiration of the given time, the $15,000,000 was to be given to charita- ble institutions. “What would be the sequel ?” Hazel won- dered. Miss Hurst had mysteriously dis- appeared, and now, when scarcely three weeks of the days of grace remained, Roy, after a futile search, had quietly disap- peared from public view himself. Finally she fell asleep. Earl, too, pondered the question in his mind. He remembered the letter. Hazel’s conversation with the dispatcher, her acquaintance with Joe Vantine, and lastly, her momentary agitation when he men- tioned Miss Hurst Suddenly he had an inspiration. “Hazel knew where Miss Hurst was, and so probably did Miss Kern. Mr. Fis*her, the dispatcher, knew something about the matter, too.” Earl was positive of that. “And why had Hazel wired Miss Kern to be on her guard?” as he also re- membered. “Could it be that Hazel or Miss Kern was Miss Hurst? And if so, which?” But that one of them was, Earl felt confident. And the series of incidents leading to this conclusion, though seem- ingly unimportant at the time, now seemed to have a connecfed sequence. And the next day w'hen leaving on a three weeks’ vacation in Portland, it was with a spirit of adventure such as almost every boy has experienced at some stage of his career, that he left He determined to be a detective. That evening Hazel telepgraphed to Viola: “Earl has gone to Portland on his vacation. You may see him. But be cau- tious.” The answer came speedily, “O. K.” Then “Say, Hazel, wasn’t it lucky that that seemingly insignificant fact was overlooked when the reporter wrote colume 5?” Viola could not see the look of amusement on Hazel’s face as she answered in the affirm- ative. “And the detectives are missing important clews, also,” she added. In Hampton, Hazel was becoming more and more popular. People were fast for- getting their interest in her past history or else giving up the problem as unsolvable. Several days went by. Interest in the Vantine case was waning. And though seemingly ambiguous messages occasionally passed between Hazel and Viola’s stations, they excited only casual notice or comment. The reporters were silent, at a loss to ac- count for Roy Vantine’s mysterious disap- pearance. One day there was a picnic, followed by an entertainment and dance, in Hampton Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 999 Great preparations had been made, and large delegations had been arriving all day and evening, all looking forward to having a splendid time. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert, prominent workers in the affair, had re- gretted that Hazel could not be present, but she had smilingly replied that it was a case of “business first, pleasure afterward.” Now, as she sat there alone in the office, how quiet everything seemed! The scent of honeysuckles in bloom stole through the open windows, reminding her of — the past! She thought of calling Viola on the wire, then remembered she was not there at that hour. She thought of Earl and smiled at how he had told in his letter of meeting Viola; how he and his cousin Joe had searched the city directory and found Helen Hurst’s name; and how by chance they had picked up a Seattle paper telling of the marriage there of Miss Helen Hurst of East Thirty-third street, Portland, to a Mr. Gerald Armstrong of Des .Moines, Iowa. It was the same Helen Hurst, he as- sured Hazel, “or the address was the same/* ✓ How proud Earl must have been of his discovery can well be imagined, and that he didn’t keep the matter a secret was evidenced by his telling a man on the street car the story. Another column in the evening paper was the result, as Hazel had read. A train had come and departed. Some people had alighted, inquired their way to the hall, and departed in the direction of the scene of the festivities. In the stillness the wires began clicking. It was Earl who was sending: “Yesterday Joe and I were talking to a man on the street car about Helen Hurst’s being mar- ried. Gee! but he was interested, too, and wanted to know how we found out so much. We didn’t know he was a reporter, though, but he was, for he wrote the piece in this evening’s Journal. Aren’t you glad we found out?” Hazel's assurance that she was and her praise of his detective ability greatly pleased him, also her saying that he had well earned his vacation after that. His “All right, thank you. Now Roy Vantine can have the money, can’t he?” was evi- dence of his entire satisfaction at the con- clusion of the perplexing problem. The “if” no longer perplexed. She did not add, however, that she and Viol% had each had invitations to that wedding so quietly and hastily arranged at Seattle. So far both reporters and detectives had been unsuccessful beyond obtaining her photo- graph and meager reports of the wedding. Silence reigned. Hazel wished the wires would begin their old familiar, harmonious clicking of dots and dashes; for there is a companionship about telegraphy which grips and holds with a restless force and fascination. Suddenly a man appeared on the further side of the right-of-way, halted, and — yes! it was a pistol he held in his hand ! A black mask concealed most of his face. An av- erage-sized man, dressed in gray even to his tie, — all these things Hazel noted at one penetrating glance. She readily recognized him from the descriptions in the papers; the very man whom the police had let so narrowly escape them! She thought of that man’s daring robber- ies; of the money in her charge; of that on board the north-bound express. Upon which did he have designs? She did some rapid calculating, fully realizing the danger of the situation. The north-bound No. 19 was due in thirty-five minutes. “It must be stopped!” was Hazel's first thought. A glance through the open window showed the robber stead- ily hiding among the tall ferns and trees. “Evidently awaiting the approach of twi- light,” was Hazel’s thought. With .remarkable self-control and pres- ence of mind she quickly seated herself at the table. A call for Mr. Fisher brought no response. Of all times when she most needed his help. She thought a moment, then, releasing the key, frantically called the first station she could think of. Clearly rapidly, desperately, she explained the situ- ation to the agent at “ND.” And not a minute did he lose, but with lightning ra- pidity grabbed hat and revolver and rushed to her aid, leaving his assistant instructions to allay her fears. Not yet did Hazel’s responsibility cease. Again the wires were busy. “No. 19, Eng. 5249, wait at Candy until 8:45 p. m. Take Digitized by .oogle

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1000 The Railroad Telegrapher. siding. Meet No. 26, Eng. 1738, at Three Forks instead of Whitewater Junction. H. F.v were tli£ orders the agents at their var- ious stations received. Others were sent accordingly. Just in time! Through the deepening shadows -she could see the robber approach- ing. How thankful she was for the mes- sage coming over the wires just then. She determined to take desperate chances also. The stranger entered, stopped, gazed ad- miringly at the young lady who sat there, pencil in hand, copying rapidly, intently, so apparently oblivious to his presence. “Any- thing to gain lime!” she wished wildly, as the message ceased. She looked up to meet the gaze of a pair of piercing gray eyes fixed intently on her, as he was about to speak. Another order! “Just a minute/* She smiled bravely, purposely ignoring the glimpse of a steel-barreled revolver ready to be leveled at her head. “We telegraph- ers must respond when our calls come/* An- other few minutes’ respite ! Needless to say, that wasn’t her call. The message was a long one. The stranger was becoming restless. Finally “Train orders be d 1“ he commanded impatiently. “I want that $700 left in your charge. That’s what I came for. Open that safe quick and — ” But the sentence was never finished. Luckily, at that instant Hazel’s listening car caught the sound of an auto gliding al- most noiselessly to the curb. The robber heard it, too, and bolted through the oppo- site door. A half dozen men entered excitedly. “He went — that way,” said Hazel quickly, an- ticipating their eager question and pointing in the direction he had fled. And they were in pursuit. Then followed a silence as the sound of their footsteps and break- ing brush died away in the distance. In the interval the plucky little girl again wired to the dispatcher’s office. How wel- come his response ! She told him the cir- cumstances and received his hearty com- mendation and praise. A quarter of an hour passed. Then No. 19 thundered into the station and departed, this time under Mr. Fisher’s orders. A very few words had sufficed to explain the reason for the delay. Another hour and the men returned Though the search had been given up as useless, it was considered wisest to send telegraphic communications in all direc- tions, advising all concerned to keep a look- out for the robber. One of the men did so Hazel admired him greatly for the way he commandingly assumed charge of the situation. “And to think — ’’Then as he rose and joined the group how they all gathered around and congratulated her for her brav- ery ! Now that the suspense was over, her strength gave way. Was it that the excite- ment was over that she looked so pale? Or was it the result of a momentary glance of recognition hastily exchanged as the men first entered? In the stirring events so rapidly taking place that glance had passed unnoticed. “You fellows take my auto if you wish to. I'U.walk. It isn’t far. Besides, I want to communicate with the dispatcher first,” said the leader. “Unless you wish to at- tend the dance first,” he added. “Just the thing, after the strenuous time we’ve had,” said one. “What heroes we’ll be!” “Come on, fellows,” chimed several in concert. And in their excitement they failed to notice that their leader had stayed Again all was quiet at the station. “Hazel, how could you?” Roy was saying. “You knew, in spite of all those blundering re- porters had to say, which girl I was search- ing for. And then for you to — ” “Yes, I know,” she answered, “but you also knew why I warned every one not to let you know where I was. As long as the money was left to you and Helen if — ” “As if that mattered in the least,” de- clared Roy emphatically. “Do you think any amount of money could keep me from marrying the girl I love, when I know she loves me? Even if she does hide herself away in the wilderness to escape me?” “But I thought, — ” she began. There was no look of sadness as he looked at those merry brown eyes now. “I thought you loved Helen.” “Yes, once you did. But you know that was long ago. We settled that once and for all, didn't we, little girl?” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1001 ‘"Yes,” she admitted. “But not until I told your uncle. And he thought — ” “Yes. Dear, generous, misguided Uncle George !” said Roy reverently. “He always did do more for me than I deserved. But he was mistaken in this case. Had I seen him again before it was too late all might have been different.” “And what a time we've had!” Helen laughed at the recollection of the last few weeks* events. “But I don’t understand yet how you happened to come here to- night,” she declared, still looking mysti- fied. It was his turn to look amused now. “Didn’t you wire for me to come?” he asked with a mischievous twinkle in his eyes. Then, as the truth flashed across her mind, “Surely you weren’t the operator at ‘ND,’ were you?” “Yes, it was I,” he declared. “I see you scarcely believe it. so I’ll tell you. After the detectives failed to find you, and the re- porters to find Helen (he smiled) I went to my father’s old friend, Dispatcher Fish- er—” “Oh, now I understand, but — ” She paused. “Why, he promised me faithfully to give you no clew whatever.” “Neither did he,” hastily corrected Roy. “He is a brick. And so are Helen, Viola, Lottie, your father and mother, and all the rest. Not a word would they tell me, in spite of pleadings or threats.” “But how did you happen to think of playing operator to find me?” “Why, that seemed my only chance,” said Roy. “I hadn’t forgotten the times we spent mastering the difficult stuff — when we were young — and thought you might be pounding brass again.” “But why was it we could never trace any letters from your home, Hazel? Or from you, either?” he inquired. “Oh, Viola was in that conspiracy,” she explained. “She re-addressed all the en- velopes after we sent them to her.” “Well, that certainly was a conspiracy against, me,” he reflected, “but despite all the scheming, I'ye found you at last! And Helen! Say, little girl! did you think that by your hiding away in this out-of-the-way place your cousin Helen would marry me for my money? And when she was en- gaged to Gerald Armstrong, as fine a fellow as ever lived? They were not to have been married until August, but for our sakes, hastened the wedding, — before the fatal 15th. But now that I’ve found you, sweet- heart, I never intend to lose you again,” he concluded. That night, when Roy returned to “ND,” it was after the sealing of a compact where- in fortunes, good or ill, should never sep- arate them again. The entertainment had been a great suc- cess, and the next day Hampton scarcely knew in which it was most interested, that fact or its interest in the story of Hazel’s heroism. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert were proud of having been one of her closest friends and said that “they always knew she would act that way in a crisis.” Congratulations poured in over the wires from everybody, everywhere, it seemed. Viola was one of the first to learn the news, and sent her deep-felt words of praise buzzing over the wires. That same day Mr. Fisher lost two of his best operators, but looked serenely sat- isfied as he appointed their assistants to the vacancies. Earl returned immediately at Hazel's earnest solicitation. Though his faith in his ability as a de- tective was somewhat lessened, Hazel re- minded him that it was being too confident that had caused him to drop the subject too soon. The reporters found out the truth of that philosophy, too, but not till several days later. Then, in three days more, congratulations were again in order; for the occasion was a wedding at the home of Hazel’s parents, in Portland. It was the last day of the seven months’ time, the 15th of July. Again the newspapers made much of the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert, Mr. and Mrs. Fisher, Lottie, Viola, Earl, all were present on this joyous occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Ford, re- joicing in their daughter’s happiness had a pleasant welcome for all. Only Helen and her husband were absent; and no sooner was the ceremony over than there came a Digitized by Google

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1002 The Railroad Telegrapher. messenger with a telegram, which Mr. Ford opened and read: Des Moines, Iowa, July 15, 1912. Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Vantine, Portland, Ore. Sincerest congratulations and best wishes. May good fortune continue to follow you always. Yours cousins, Gerald and Helen. And with the brightest of prospects for the future happiness of the young heir and his bride, the Vantine will case faded from public view. After a few more daring attempts the gratitude/’ Roy said once, as they read of quence spent a number of years “residing in Salem." “Say, I owe that robber a deep debt of gratitude,” Roy said once, as they read of his capture, which question Hazel did not dispute. And the look of happiness on their faces as they sat gazing at the sunset shadows creeping up the mountains across the lake from their summer home was proof enough of the fervently uttered statement. All of which goes to prove that “There is a divinity that shapes our ends, rough- hew them how we will." — By Grace E. Davies in The Railway Conductor. IN THE DAY8 OF BLACK BART. IT was six years after the driving of the golden spike at Promontory Point into the last link of the first transconti- nental railroad. The good old days were passing fast — those days of the wild rush for gold; of the turbulent mining camps; of the long caravans of prairie schooners; of the sudden Indian raids. The immi- grants from the East were coming on steam trains now. The Indians were no longer a dreadful menace on the way. Even the mining camps — the few that remained — had lost much of their glamour. “Farewell, Romance!” the old Forty- niners were saying. “The old days have gone. We shall never see their like again." Yet Romance had merely been changing his clothes. And one day there appeared in Calaveras County — that corner of the Sier- ras made famous by Mark Twain and Bret Harte — one of the agents of his new re- gime. A thin, wiry, stern-featured man, who looked a little like a country parson, was this agent of the new reign of Romance. He was getting along past middle aj^e, and his dark hair, which was beginning to re- cede from a very high forehead, was sprinkled with gray. Tipped back on his head, for he was hot and covered with dust and had evidently been walking: a long way, was a black derby hat All the rest of his attire, with the exception of his heavy, well-worn boots, was covered up by a long linen duster. Though he was many a long mountain mile from the railroad, he carried a long valise. This was back in 1875, when most travelers carried long, round valises instead of the flat suit cases of today. To any one who might chance to scrape acquaintance with him, perhaps this new - comer to the wilds of Calaveras would seem somewhat less like a parson than at first sight. Though he was a quiet, unpreten- tious person and very polite with everybody he chanced to meet — indeed, especially po- lite with the ladies — there was something about the look of the grim mouth that showed under a heavy, drooping moustache and of the very sharp, very cold, very steady blue eyes that would remind one of a professional gambler. Several persons met him on the Calave- ras roads that bright July day and at a lonely ranch house he stopped and had a meal. The ranchman and his family found him a genial, waggish soul, very fond of cracking a joke, but somewhat reticent about himself. Indeed, that was the way everybody found him to be, and if there had ever been anything of particular interest in his career he never divulged it. Yet, judging from the fact that there was an old bullet-hole just below his ribs — some- thing that nobody in Calaveras knew about him in those days — he must have had at least something in his experience worth talking about. Late that day the Wells Fargo Express came rumbling along westward through the mountains on its way from Sonora to Mil- ton. Holding the reins over the six horses Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1003 was “Billy” Hodges, who was destined to have many hair-raising adventures as an overland stage driver. Beside him sat the express messenger, his gun lying across his knees ready for an emergency. Behind them on top of the coach and inside were several passengers. Suddenly there stepped out from behind a rock into the road directly in front of them a thin man in a linen duster, who in- stantly pointed a sawed-off double-barreled shot-gun at messenger and driver. There was no time for the messenger to lift his own gun from his knees, and “Billy” Hodges was too old in the ways of the West not to realize that failure to pull his horses to a stop would mean certain death. “If they shoot,” cried the man in the duster, “give them a solid volley, boys!” “Billy” Hodges glanced at the rock and thought he saw projecting over it at least half a dozen gun barrels pointing at him. That was enough for “Billy.” “It’s no use trying to do anything,” he said to the messenger. “He’s got a gang with him. Don't monkey with your gun if you want to live.” The messenger was quick to obey his or- der to throw out the express box and his gun, and the man in the road produced an ax and chopped the box open, stuffing the money and valuables it contained into his pockets. “That will be about all, boys,” he called out. “Hurry along now, and good luck !” That evening the stage rolled into Milton bringing the first tale of the man in the linen duster, who, for the next eight years, was to be the terror of the California stage roads. But Milton got the story wrong that night. Everybody was talking of how a whole band of robbers had held up the stage. The next day came a sequel. The man in the duster had worked alone. The “guns” pointing over the rock were only sticks, which he had carefully placed in such a position that they had fooled driver and messenger. Five months went by before the lone robber of Calaveras was heard from again. Perhaps he found Christmas expensive, for it was three days after that day that he jumped out in front of the Wells Fargo stage bound north, San Juan to Marys- ville. He still wore the linen duster and carried his sawed-off shotgun and his ax. Stooping low as he got the drop on driver and messenger, he tried to shield himself in front of the lead horses, a trick that he often practiced on later robberies. This time, as before, there was no hesitation in obeying his command to throw out the express box, and a few moments later he bad disappeared in the woods with its con1 tents stuffed in his clothes. Another five months, and still another robbery was laid to his credit. This time it was the stage from Roseburg to Yreka. The reputation of the man in the duster was spreading fast. This third robbery set scores of officers on his trail. The whole detective force of the Wells Fargo Express Company were doing their best to run him down, and once they start on the trail of a man they never give up until he dies or is caught. But the mysterious linen duster man was harder to catch than most desperadoes of the road. One reason for this was that he always worked alone. Nobody knew his name or where he came from. ‘Express drivers and messengers could seldom give much of a description of him, for almost always while holding up a stage he kept his face covered with a piece of cloth. Some of the people of the mountains, however, had met him face to face and talked with him. They reported that he was a polite , agreeable man, who had told them that he was a miner and that he suffered from a disease of the throat. But for a man who was not in the best of health he was aston- ishingly active. Sometimes he lugged that old valise of his for sixty miles over the mountains in a single day. As the valise carried his unbreeched gun and his blan- kets under which he must have spent many a night in the open, it must have been heavy. And it takes a pretty good walker to cover sixty rough mountain miles in a day, even without a load. The detectives on his trail found that after a robbery he never stopped to make camp and cook a Digitized by Google

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1004 The Railroad Telegrapher. meal until twelve or fifteen miles away from the scene of the hold-up. Quite a wonderful walker was the man in the linen duster. Evidently he did find the valise heavy after a time, for as the robberies went on it was noticed that he no longer carried it, but only a big roll of blankets. And then at last he dispensed with some of his reti- cence, too, and took to leaving facetious little notes behind for his victims. One day in August, 1877, he held up the stage from Fort Ross to Russian River. From the express box he took three hun-« dred dollars in coin and a check for three hundred dollars more. Then he cut open the mail sacks and helped himself to what he liked of their contents. On one of the way-bills he left with the express box he wrote a little verse telling how he had “labored hard for bread, for honor and for riches,** and intimating that he had be- come a robber because the world had been against him. He signed it enigmatically, “Black Bart, the P o 8.*' So at last the linen duster man had a name. For years after that everybody in the Sierras was talking of Black Bart. In all the romance of the frontier there had never been quite such a mysterious and elusive highwayman as he, nor one so orig- inal in his methods. Superstitious people began to think there must be something uncanny and supernatural about him, for it was known that there had been times when this man who never rode a horse had robbed two stage coaches sixty miles apart within twenty-four hours, with the rough- est of mountain country in between. Black Bart must have covered thousands of miles of rough mountain country on foot with his valise or his roll of blankets during the eight years that his name brought dread to the stage drivers. It was not only in Calaveras that he found his victims, but in the far-reaching counties of Mendocino, Sonoma, Yuba, Sierra, Butte, Plumas, Shasta and Trinity, all of them in the wilds of the Sierras. One summer day in 1878 Black Bart held up the Wells Fargo stage from Quincy to Oroville, and after robbing the express box and the mail pouches, left behind him these verses : “Here I lay me down to sleep To wait the coming morrow; Perhaps success, perhaps defeat, And everlasting sorrow. “Let come what will, I’ll try it on. My condition can’t be worse. And if there’s money in that box ’Tis money in my purse. Black Bart, the P o 8.’’ A gay wag, was Black Bart; and evi- dently he was enjoying his notoriety. But occasional verses like these were the only tangible clues he left for the perplexed de- tectives to pick up. Robbery followed rob- bery year after year, but the identity of the highwayman remained as deep a mys- tery as ever. Yet there was one occasion when he es caped by only the barest of chances. It was in July, 1882, when he had held up the stage from Laporte to Oroville. Black Bart, stooping low, as was his custom, was screening himself in front of the lead horses and trying at the same time to keep his shotgun pointed at his victims, when George Hackett, the Wells Fargo messen- ger, took a desperate chance, brought his gun to his shoulder and fired. The horses reared and plunged and the highwayman was thrown aside, though unhurt. Then the whip of the driver cracked over the backs of his team and the stage rolled on, while Hackett fired once more at the baffled man in the road. The shot went wide of its mark, as had the first, and the despera- do darted into the thick woods, which came down close to the roadsides, and escaped without a scratch. Then came a day — it was the third of November, 1883 — when Black Bart went back to the scene of his first appearance, the rough stage road between Sonora and Milton in Calaveras. The stage was com- ing from Sonora with a well-filled treasure box. It contained forty-one hundred dol- lars in money. Perhaps Black Bart, in some of the mysterious ways that he had, had heard of its riches. At any rate, he was back on that road where he had made Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1005 his debut as a highwayman, for the first time in eight years. The stage came rattling on, and suddenly from behind a rock stepped Black Bart, just as he had done back in 1875, when he was known only as the man in the linen duster. Driver and messenger threw up their hands at his command. It was no longer a stranger, but the terrible Black Bart, who stood before them, and the reputation he had achieved was almost as effective as a gun. Down tumbled the express box into the road, to be torn open by his trusty old ax ; and a few moments later the thin figure in the duster, forty-one hundred dollars richer, was gliding away through' the trees. But this time he had left behind him, not a verse, but a trifling thing that was to prove his undoing. Black Bart was always scrupulous about his attire, and he wdre white linen cuffs and collars even on his long mountain rambles after loot. The trifling thing he had left behind him in the road was one of his cuffs. It had slipped off while he was prying into the treasure box. That was before the days of the Sherlock Holmes stories and of scientific detectives, but J. B. Hume, the chief of the Wells Fargo detective force, had under him as a special officer a certain Johnnie Thacher, who needed no more than a cuff to weave a whole chain of evidence. When Johnnie Thacher discovered a faint laundry mark on this cuff, he began to feel that the mystery was as good as solved. Surely if the laundry where that cuff had been laundered was anywhere in California the Wells Fargo detective force could find it. But it was a long search. The laundries of at least a dozen towns were visited, un- til at last at a little branch laundry in . Bush street, San Francisco, the mark on the cuff was identified. It was the mark of a thin, sharp-eyed man with a drooping moustache, who always brought his laundry himself and called for it. The laundry people hadn’t the remotest idea of where he lived; in fact, they knew nothing at all about him, except that he brought his laundry to them once a week without fail. So Johnnie Thacher waited at the little branch laundry until at last the thin man with the drooping moustache came with his week’s washing. It was the dreaded Black Bart beyond a doubt, this unassuming, al- most clerical-looking man with the bundle of shirts and collars and cuffs under his arm. The arrest brought a painful surprise to the city detectives at police headquarters, for they were quick to recognize the pris- oner as a man they had seen almost every day for years. He had been taking his meals at Young’s bakery in Kearney street, which was a favorite restaurant for the headquarters staff. Indeed, many a time he had sat at the same table with officers who had long been in search of him. In San Francisco the mysterious Black Bart, who, during eight years had com- mitted twenty-seven stage robberies single- handed, had been the most prosaic of char- acters. He had been a lodger in the house of a widow in a downtown street, where he was known as Charles F. Bolles, though later he confessed that Charles E. Bolton was his real name. He was the best of lodgers, said the widow, so quiet and re- spectable and so punctual about his room rent. Black Bart was sent to prison for six years, which was heavy punishment for a man fifty-five year's old and not any too vigorous, judging from his appearance, even though he had been able to walk sixty miles through the mountains in a day, dragging his old valise. When he got out of prison, he concluded that the Far West had become too civilized for road agents. He went back East, vow- ing he would live honestly thereafter. So another chapter was closed in jhe romance of the frontier, and the old Forty-niners shook their heads again and mused sadly that now, indeed, the last of the good old days had passed. — By E. L. Bacon in Wells Fargo Messenger. Procrastination and irresolution show a weakness of character that act as millstones in our way to success. Digitized by Google

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1006 The Railroad Telegrapher. THE PUBLIC STENOGRAPHER. THE witness, Thomas Fogarty, must be found before September 8th,” Harvey Weir dictated. “When last heard of he was employed in a blacksmith shop on Archer Road.” The public stenographer wrote the young lawyers letter to a detective agency with indifference. Her notebook contained the business secrets of almost every man in the building. “Will you transcribe this at once, please, Miss Sherwood ?” Weir asked, with an apol- ogetic air. It was hard to forget that they had figured in society as friends two years before. “Certainly !” with smiling willingness. “I fear this suit is preying upon your health, Mr. Weir. Can not you run away from it for a few days?” The public stenographer did not often overstep the limitations of her position. In her official capacity she was always ready to discuss the weather; but let Weir forget that she was, in a sense, his employe, and her graciousness congealed with a rapidity that astonished him. Her expressed inter- est in his health was the nearest approach to personalities she had made. His dark face flushed with pleasure. “I’m only a little restless,” he laughed. “One on the anxious seat usually is. It’s queer Fogarty can’t be found.” Miss Sherwood, on her way to the door, paused in a flood of noon sunlight with which her blond hair seemed to mingle. Tall and slender, with the graceful poise of health, she recalled to Weir the beautiful sun-fairies he once had believed in. Her plain black gown was the outward symbol of grief for her father whose death had divulged his utter financial ruin. “Do you connect foul play in any way with Fogarty’s disappearance?” she asked. “Oh, no,” joining her. “I’ll walk with you to your desk and wait for the letter,” anticipating dismissal. “No one would mo- lest a hard-working man without a dollar to his name. He probably changed his resi- dence quietly to escape creditors.” “Must you find him?” “Yes; he is the principal witness in the most important suit I have ever had. Have I told you about it?” She shook her head. “My client, a woman, is suing for in- juries received in a collision between a street car and a loaded ice wagon. Fogarty was the only other passenger on the wrecked car, and himself sustained a few bruises. Gideon Fenwick, on the third floor, is rep- resenting the street car company, and Ward Bowen, the long-haired fellow” — she nod- ded— “is counsel for the ice company. We have had one trial, at which we got into a three-cornered fight over objective and sub- jective symptoms that completely tangled up the jury. No wonder they disagreed,” laughingly, “because the plaintiff has no ob- jective symptoms, in the form of cuts or bruises — the other fellows maintain that she is not hurt. I was prepared with expert testimony on subjective symptoms. Un- fortunately, the eminent specialist expressed himself in seven-syllable words that no one outside of the profession could understand. If Fogarty, a plain, everyday man, would get up and tell the story of the collision in language that the jury could understand, I have no doubt the verdict would be in favor of the plaintiff. Really, the woman is a nervous wreck. In common justice she ought to get the heavy damages she is suing for. I would fight the case for humanity’s sake, if nothing else.” A glow of admiration was in Grace Sherwood’s eyes when she looked up. “How could a sane jury doubt you?” she asked. Weir’s laugh held a pleased note. “You forget I am only a tenth-rate lawyer, with nothing much but ambition. No one else would take the case against Fenwick & Bowen.” * “Ambition has made more than one tenth-rate lawyer State’s attorney,” remark- ed Miss Sherwood, uncovering her type- writer. Harvey Weir went whistling back to his office. Hope takes singular upward shoots in one at twenty-five. Gideon Fenwick, a pompous, florid man of forty, sought the public stenographer after lunch. “Will you write some letters Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1007 for me?” he asked. “My girl is off on her vacation.” “Certainly,” she replied. Gideon Fen- wick was the busiest man in the building, and one of the few who kept a regular stenographer. The public stenographer wrote a few curt business notes at his dictation; then he frowningly glanced through a long letter, looked at his watch, hesitated, and finally said: “Answer this too. Fm in the deuce of a hurry!” The letter was addressed to the manager of a foundry in the southern part of the State. Its tone was friendly. Suddenly a familiar name awakened more than a sten- ographer’s interest in her work. “The young cub is on to the effect Fogarty’s story would have on the jury,” Fenwick dictated. “He is searching for him high and low. Say noth- ing to arouse Fogarty’s suspicions that he is being kept out of the way.” The laywer waited impatiently while she transcribed the letter. She watched him drop it into the chute. For the first time a conscience problem disturbed the smoothness of Grace Sher- wood’s business career. She spent a mis- erable afternoon in self-argument, without reaching a conclusion. As she was pin- ning on her hat Harvey Weir stepped off the elevator. Her excited eyes alarmed him. “You have been working too hard !” he accused sternly. She smiled in denial. “I am only per- plexed, Mr. Weir. Would I be justified in repeating to one of my patrons something to his interest that another patron imparted to me as a public stenographer?” “The young lawyer’s reply was instan- taneous. “You would not!” emphatically. “A business confidence intrusted to you should be absolutely sacred.” “But it is wrong!” she protested. “And the violation of a trust is wrong!” severely. Miss Sherwood walked the floor nervously. “You do not understand!” she said, desperately. “You would despise me if I told; you would despise me if I did not try to prevent the* wrong.” He followed and looked down on her tenderly. “The estate of public stenogra- pher has its wretched honorable obligations” he said; “but you’ll do what is right, little girl. I have no doubt of that.” August crept slowly away in hot, strictly days, uncomfortable enough to account for the depression shared by Harvey Weir and Grace Sherwood. Through the personal column of the newspapers, through detec- tive agencies and wide-spread correspond- ence, Weir sought the missing Fogarty ; the public stenographer formed the habit of watching for the postman. ‘Tier steady’s off on a vacation,” thought the ''leva for bov. a theory abandoned when the passing weeks failed to bring the watched-for letter. On September ist the illness of Gideon Fenwick’s stenographer caused him to again seek Miss Sherwood’s service. In a letter addressed to the manager of the foundry he dictated : “Keep Fogarty at work till after the trial, set for the 8th inst., then let him go to the devil.” Miss Sherwood impulsively laid down her pencil. “I cannot write that, Mr. Fenwick,” she said, white, but calm. “Why?” with sudden suspicion, his keen eyes searching her face. Instantly she perceived her mistake; in the regard of the pompous lawyer she was merely an office necessity, like the telephone, a being without brains or soul. To unde- ceive him would be to lose the forlorn hope of reaching Fogarty in time. The letter she had written to him had probably been inter- cepted. “I have no shorthand for ‘devil,’ ” she said haltingly, red and trembling. He laughed good-humoredly. “Then cut it out,” he said. Next morning a card on her covered typewriter informed those interested that the public stenographer had gone out of town for a few days. The morning of the eighth, Harvey Weir was delighted to see Miss Sherwood at her desk. “You did not tell me you were going away,” he reproached, holding her hand in an unwarrantably long greeting. “My card explained my absence,” frigidly, then relenting: “Will you wear my favor to the fray?” offering him a carnation from her overflowing vase. Digitized by Google

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1008 The Railroad Telegrapher. “You’ll be sorry you gave it to me if I get licked,” he said, boyishly. “You won’t get licked,” she returned con- fidently. The day was endless to the public stenog- rapher. At last Harvey Weir returned from court, pale and dejected. “Has Fo- gfarty come?*’ asked Miss Sherwood, eag- erly. “No,” hopelessly. “It’s a repetition of the other trial. The sympathy of the jury is with the plaintiff. Fogarty’s evidence is all we need.” The second day of the trial Fenwick went up to his office at noon, smirk and smil- ing. Weir also paid a meteoric visit to his office. “We’re at it like Kilkenny cats,” he said to Miss Sherwood on his way out. “Bowen walks up and down in the fitnzy of his eloquence, shaking his long hair, and there’s a barber on the jury!” with a burst of laughter. “Fenwick began one touching speech with the remark that his sympathy was with the ‘poor injured plain- tiff,’ after which I called the jury’s atten- tion to the fact that his first question had been: ‘What became of the horses?’ Aside from taking an occasional fall out of Fen- wick & Bowen, I can do nothing but pour in expert testimony on subjective symp- toms.” “And no Fogarty!” wailed Miss Sher- wood. In the afternoon of the third day Weir stepped into the office like one in a trance. He was white as paper. Miss Sherwood’s face blanched in sym- pathy. “Oh, what is it?” she cried, hasten- ing to meet him. “You haven’t lost? Don’t teli me Fogarty didn’t appear!” Weir’s entranced face broke into a dreamy smile. He caught and held her hands. “Grace!” he said, passionately. “Why didn’t you tell me? I thought you didn’t care. “Did Fogarty come?” she cried, hysteri- cally. “He did!” squeezing her hands raptu- rously— “at the eleventh hour. You ought to have seen the court when Fogarty luld that Fenwick had given him fifty dollars in liquidation of his claim against the street car company and offered him work at higher wages in a foundry in the southern part of the State. Fogarty did not know he wa^ wanted until you went to him. Kenwick's friend, the manager, hearing of your visit to Fogarty, deprived him of his liberty; but he managed to escape and reached court in the nick of time.” “Did you win the suit?” she asked, trying to act as if her heart was not doing a double shift. “We got fifteen thousand dollars dam- ages!” impressively. “My fee is a cool five thousand. I’ve come straight from court to ask you to share it” “What happened to Fenwick?” ignoring his generous offer. “Public reprimand by the court,” dryly. “If they try to evade paying the judg- ment against them we’ll make it hot for Fenwick. I’m too happy to waste thought on the villain. When will you marry me. Grace ?” “You haven’t said you loved me,” she reminded him. “I could not until today,” candidly. “I did not relish the prospect of my wife ham- mering a typewriter to pay my rent ; but I’ve had to keep setbreaks on my tongue ever since you asked me about your con- science problem. I knew you would solve it !” proudly. “Fogarty says you told him nothing, except that the counsel for the plaintiff was searching for him. Of course, you would have done that much for any of your patrons ; but weren’t you a little more anxious to find Fogarty because I would be benefited?” pleadingly. “You used to like me before this, indicating the typewriter, “came into your life.” She lifted her eyes then, and he saw they were neither proud nor teasing, but radiant with great joy, “I would rather,” she said, happily, “hammer a typewriter all my life with you than live in luxurious idle- ness a day without you.” Forgetful of open doors and yawning elevator shaft, he caught her in his arms. The elevator boy, taking in the situation on his upward trip delivered himself of a prediction. “From present indications the Mattox Building ’ll be advertising for a public stenographer,” he said to Gideon Fenwick. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1009 The crestfallen lawyer glared savagely at the tableau on the second floor, then a gleam of understanding rent his sullen frown, “Ah!” he exclaimed dramatically. — By Euretta D. Metcalf, in Sunday Maga- zine. THE FOG LADY. IT had been a warm May day without a breath of wind to stir the young green leaves on the elms and maples that bordered the village streets. Late in the afternoon there stole over hill and harbor a faint bluish haze that some said was smoke from distant forest fires. The weatherwise predicted a “May fog.” “Going out, doc?” asked old Simon Way, the boat builder, as the young physician passed him on the little wharf. “Yes, Simon. I'm going out for a breath of fresh air, if there’s any out there. It’s deuced hot ashore.” “Ye won’t find any wind outside today,” predicted Simon, with an eye toward the channel. “I been out there all day and came back with the tide. It’s hot as thunder out there, and it’ll be worse before ye get back.” “You think we’ll have a squall?” The doc- tor hesitated at the top of the steps that led down to the water where his dory was fastened. His speedy little motorboat was anchored not far away. “Worse than a squall for getting around in.” “What’s that?” “A fog.” “I shall be back before it shuts down.” The doctor straightened his shoulders and took a deep breath. “Ye feel shut in between these high bluffs?” asked Simon curiously. “Yes, but under the right conditions I would not — there are certain things that might change it all — bring its own breath of paradise with it.” Simon Way went home and told his wife that he guessed Dr. Morton was getting tired of BeJl Harbor, in spite of the splen- did practice he had acquired. Mrs. Way threw a shawl over her head and ran across the street to tell Mrs. Clarence Sayles and that lady delivered the information in an abbreviated form to the effect that Dr. Mor- ton was going to leave town. Cleo Adams heard the news just as she sat down to the supper table. In the meantime Dr. Morton’s launch had chugged out of Bell Harbor into the sound. The white bow cut the placid water and broke up the rose-colored reflections into rippling waves of rose and silver flecked foams. All about him was a wall of fog, now shot with a queer pinkish glow. As he shut off the power and the engine ceased throbbing he listened for some sound to break the silence that was upon the waters. “This will be a good place to think it over,” he said to himself and then realized that he had expressed the craving of his heart — ever since Cleo Adams had laughed at his offer of marriage. He stared unseeingly into the fog, his thoughts revolving around that episode of last night. Dr. Morton hid wooed Cleo Adams in the shy way that is characteristic of many men of his profession, and when the time came when he could no longer withhold his confession of love, he had done an unusual thing. It was 9 o’clock the previous evening when he had entered his little office and sank wearily into a chair before his desk. His housekeeper had left a supper for him and gone to prayer meeting. The house was quiet. Suddenly he picked up the telephone re- ceiver and held it to his ear as he called Cleo's number. He felt very cool and pro- fessional as he waited for a reply from the Adams home. It came at last in Cleo’s low, clear voice : “Yes?” she inquired. “Is this Miss Cleo?” asked the doctor calmly. “This is Miss Adams,” she replied to his satisfaction. “Cleo, ’’she almost whispered, fighting back the shyness that almost choked his utterance of the important words — “Cleo, I love you, dear; could you marry me?” Then had come an instant’s hesitation. He was prepared for that, but her light, sting- ing laugh was a stunning surprise to him. Digitized by Google

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1010 The Railroad Telegrapher. “No, thank you!” she had said airily and hung up the receiver with a little defiant clatter. Dr. Morton sat in his chair, motionless and white, until his scandalized housekeeper had arisen from her bed and come down- stairs to inform him that it was past 2 o’clock. Thereupon he had shaken himself together and retired, only to spend a sleep- less night before he arose to fulfill the du- ties of another day’s dull routine. Now he had left it all behind. In the solitude afforded by the fog he would bat- tle with his trouble and master it. But he did not reckon with the fog. While he sat there thinking bitter thoughts about Clco Adams, who now ap- peared to be shallow and heartless when once he had believed her to be earnest, sin- cere and far above coquetry in any of its forms, his boat was drifting idly with the tide. Little by little he was floating away from the shore, and not until he heard the blast of the foghorn of the shoals lighthouse did he realize his position. At once he started the engine and turned toward Bell Harbor. It was growing dark now, and the fog clung moistly to his face and hands and every shred of his garments. It entered his throat and almost strangled him, so raw and penetrating was it. Something dark loomed before him, and at the same instant a fog bell tolled close at hand. A big sound steamer rushed past him, a menacing death from which he had barely escaped. The foghorn he had first heard had not been the shoals light. It was the steamer bearing down upon him. Where had he drifted? He could not tell, except that it must be in the path of the eastward bound steamers. He resolved to steer in the direction where he believed Bell Harbor to be. He would go very slowly and cautiously, and when he drew near enough to Bell Harbor breakwater he could see the pale glow of its sentinel lantern and thus find his * way through the tortuous channel into the har- bor. But the doctor was an amateur. The launch was a new diversion and a play- thing to him, and because he was a more skillful physician than he was a navigator he chugged helplessly around for two hours before he admitted that he was lost in the fog. Another hour passed in fruitless going to and fro. He had heard the blare of the shoals light foghorn, but his ignorance of the waters about here made it impossi- ble for him to calculate distances or directions. He laughed rather scornfully at his foolish hopes when he had bought the motor boat. Cleo Adams was an ardent sailor, and he had planned many delightful trips in the boat which as yet had no name. He wanted to call it after her. The doctor was now prepared to spend the night on the sound. He had not heard anything that might indicate the presence of other craft in his neighborhood. He concluded that all other boats must be an- chored, waiting for the fog to lift. Of course, he did not dare to enter the cabin of the launch and sleep. Just then a strange sound, odd enough heard there in the fog at 10 o’clock in the evening, smote upon his strained ears. It was the voice of a woman singing. The sweet tones came tremulously across the water, and involuntarily the doctor turned his craft and headed in the direc- tion of the voice. To his delight it grew louder and clearer as he went on this course, and now he could distinguish the words of the hymn : “Pull for the shore, sailor, pull for the shore !” “It sounds as if it was meant for me,” he muttered, bending his head to peer through the fog for the first glimpse of the mysterious singer. Guided by the voice of the singer, who rendered verse after verse of the stirring song with tireless patience now that the first tremolo had been overcome, Dr. Morton drew nearer to the sound until a peculiar orange glow indicated the nearness of a light. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1011 Could it be the entrance of Bell Harbor channel? If so, who was that singing there on the black rocks of the breakwater? He held to his course with the light on his left and, to his delight, left it behind. He was entering the channel and would soon be inside Bell Harbor. The voice sudenly stopped and then spoke in tones vaguely familiar to him — perhaps the fog disguised it. ‘‘Boat ahoy!” it called. “Here !” returned Morton quickly. “Is that Dr. Morton?” "Yes. Can I take you off?* Am 1 needed?” “Come carefully— follow my voice — there!” as the boat jarred against a large rock. “Steady a moment !” A pale form moved out of the fog and without effort entered his boat, shoving off from the rock before it groped to a seat beside him. “If you will give me the wheel I can steer you directly to the wharf,” said the voice of Cleo Adams calmly, and without a word the astonished physician gave the wheel into her hands and slid along the seat to make room for her. “How came you there?” he asked puri- ously, after he had related the details of his being lost in the fog and how her singing had guided him safely to port. Her voice trembled slightly: “Simon Way told father you had gone out in the fog against his advice and that you had not returned. Father worried because his lame- ness prevented him from coming to your rescue. I said nothing to them, but came out in my boat to look for you. It sprang a leak, and I abandoned it and climbed on the rocks. I was sure you could hear my voice and would find the way back.” She spoke practically and, except for the trem- ble in her voice, appeared quite unmoved by the heroism of her deed. “You come out here to save my life?” he asked hoarsely. “You saved my father's life last winter,” she retorted, adding, “You are such a good doctor that we can not afford to lose you, although I hear you are going away.” “After last night you could hardly pro- fess to care,” he said bitterly. “Last night? I did not see you last night. In fact, I was in Cloverton. They had sickness in Uncle Joe's family,” said Cleo. “Then who talked with me over your telephone?” he asked quickly. “It must have been Stella Morris. She was to remain with father and mother all night. What did she say? She is such a giddy, thoughtless girl.” Cleo faltered into silence as his words tumbled forth breathlessly in explanation. “What would you have said?” he de- manded. “Yes,” whispered Cleo as their faces touched. When they named the doctor’s motor boat they called her the Fog Lady, and nobody knew save Dr. Morton and his wife just what it meant. — By Clarissa Mackie, in Journal of Industry. KITTY'8 CANDIDATE. PEOPLE said that Carl Agnew was a smart young lawyer. People said that he was a rising politician. People said that he ought to be a candi- date for the Legislature on the reform ticket. People said that he was in love with Kitty St. Clair. People said that if he married her her father, who was a political boss and run things for years with a high hand, would dominate him. Mr. Carl Agnew and Miss Kitty St. Clair were not engaged. That had not come yet, but it seemed to be on the way. Viewed from a social standpoint, it would be a good match. Miss Kitty was twenty years old and had never taken the slightest interest in politics. Why should she? She heard talk of grafters and talk of reformers, but talk of hats and dresses interested her far more. It was not until she learned that young Mr. Agnew was to be put forward as a candidate that she began to pay at- tention. There was a spasm of reform just then. Reforms Come at intervals, the same as mumps and measles. Boss St. Clair's can- Digitized by Google

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1012 The Railroad Telegrapher. didates were to be voted out and the peo- ple's candidates voted in. Then honesty and integrity would reign in the land once more and the lion lie down with the lamb. Young Mr. Agnew hadn't stolen the roof off the courthouse nor the asphalt from the streets, and a portion of the population were so tickled over it that he was made a legislative candidate. If elected he would do this and that and the other, and when his campaign opened children were crying for him. It was predicted that Boss St. Clair would put up his strongest man against him and resort to every subterfuge to down him, but, to the amazement of hundreds, the boss put up his weakest man and then didn’t even shout for him. There comes a time when the astute politician* bends to the wave of reform and lets go for the moment to get a better hold. Miss Kitty St. Clair heard lots of political talk, and she listened and tried to grasp it. Her father knew that Mr. Agnew was a caller at the house, if not a suitor for her hand, but he had never said a word regard- ing it. The girl expected something would be said after the nomination of the reform candidate, but it didn’t come. It was only after the campaign was under way that people began to point out the inconsistency of the situation. Here was a young man who was reputed as an admirer, at least, of the daughter of the boss of the opposition party. Wasn’t that mixing politics and sentiment — perhaps politics and love? Wouldn’t the girl’s father have an influence over him? Boss St. Clair was not a man to spare a candi- date on the opposition ticket. He had once brought about the defeat of his brother. M iss Kitty heard so much guessing and wondering that she went to her father and said : “You are puzzling lots of people by your attitude toward Mr. Agnew." “Isn’t that in the game ” he replied. “They say you could beat him if you wanted to." “Shouldn't wonder if I could." “But that you don’t seem to want to.” “I haven’t made up my mind that I want to. I was waiting to have a talk with you about it." “With me. Why, what can I say." “I’ve heard it hinted that you and the young man were engaged." “It’s not so," answered the girl with a blush. “But may be expected any day, eh?" “It may never be expected. Why do you talk in this silly way?" “Look here, daughter, Mr. Agnew is in love with you. As soon as the campaign is over he will ask for your hand. He will get it. Your reformer will become my son-in-law." “Well?" was asked without looking at him. “Let the reformers go ahead and elect him, and Boss St. Clair will control him. See?" “You mean because he’s your son-in-law you can mold him?" “Believe me!" “And folks say you are a grafter." “They always say that about a boss.” “And you’ll make a grafter of Mr Agnew ?" “I’ll put him on the right road to political power." “Father, listen to me," said the girl, with her head held high. “You can make do cat’s paw of me. If Mr. Agnew asks for my hand I’ll refuse him point blank!" “Nonsense !" “I’m sorry to see him enter politics, but the people demand it because they believe him honest. If he is corrupted it won’t be by you through me." “No lawyer is honest — no politician is honest," muttered the father. “This young feller wants to get ahead. He'll do as the rest of us do. There is no such thing as reform in politics. It’s simply getting one grafter out to put another in.’’ “But Mr. Agnew is pledging himself to the people in his speeches." “They all do that. It’s part of the game.” The girl walked up and down the room in a perturbed way, and the father chuckled to see it. She finally faced him again and said : “Father, I would just as soon tell you that I like and admire Mr. Agnew. I be- lieve him a man of integrity. I believe that he honestly believes that politics can be Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1013 purified, and that he is going to do his full share toward it. It would hurt me to find out otherwise. He may not ask me to be his wife, but I should like to go on respect- ing him.” “I said I could control him if he was my son-in-law,” observed the father after a minute. "You say you won’t marry him under those conditions. Very well — I’ll control him another way. You have got a pipe dream that he is standing on the pedes- tal of political integrity. I’ll shatter it for you this evening” “But how?” ‘I’ll send for him to come here. You can take your place behind that screen and hear every word we say. If you are going to become a suffragette and take a hand in politics you can’t learn the princi- ples of the game too soon. You’ll see me twist your model young man around my finger.” “I don’t belcve it.” “Dare you to be present.” “I don't want to play the skulk.” "You mean you don’t want to know the truth.” "If you put it that way I will be here.” Mr. Agnew was greatly surprised to re- ceive a message from his political enemy, but after taking counsel with his friends he kept the appointment. Boss St. Clair had a bluff, fatherly way with him that attracted men. His welcome of the young man was jovial. The boss was glad to see him com- ing to the front so rapidly, and predicted his election by a big majority. In fact, he was assisting his campaign in several differ- ent ways. "But I don’t see why you should,” an- swered the caller. "It’s mostly from fatherly interest, and I can sec a great future for you, but I want you to get in right with certain people at the outset.” "Will you please name them?” "Well, there is the K. and C. Railroad. They will want some few favors at the hands of the Legislature this winter, and you will have opportunity to make your- self solid.” "But it’s against the greed and high- handedness of the K. and C. road we are fighting!” exclaimed the reform candidate. "Fiddlesticks! The corporation has done nobly for this district.” "I must disagree about that. Some of its grabs should have sent some of its officials to prison.” "Ta, ta. The K. and C. is all right. It has money and power. It can advance or ruin you. You will show wisdom by voting for its bills.” "Mr. St. Clair,” said the caller as he arose, "there is a fight on between the people and the two or three grcedly and cor- rupt corporations, and I shall stand with the people.” "And the grateful people will call you a fool for your pains !” * "Perhaps so, but it is a matter of prin- ciple with me.” "The K. and C. is ready to spend $20,000 at the capital this winter. I shall have charge of its lobby fund.” "But not of my conscience, Mr. St. Clair!” ‘Well, then, you don’t go to the Legisla- ture ! I’ve got votes to beat you, and when the time comes you’ll be snowed under. You don’t know what you’re up against.” "But I know that defeat won’t change my principles. I wish you good evening, sir! When he had departed Miss Kitty came out of her hiding place with eyes shining. She and her father looked at each other for a long minute before she said : "I told you so, and what are you going to do?” "Nothing.” "But but ” "He will be elected.” "Good !” "And he will knock the K. and C. road out of time.” "Better.” "And reform will prevail for a few years and I will be retired to the woods.” "You ought to be!” "And when he asks for your hand — ” (Miss Kitty looked out of the window.) "I'll tell him he can have it.” — By John Philip Orth, in St. Louis Globe-Dem/>crat. Digitized by v^ooQle

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Longing. Can this be summer? Though the gentle heat Has swept the roses on a wind of June, And spread their fragrance where my aimless feet Do stray unheeding ’neath a ghostly moon? And all the poplars vague and motionless And all the lights soft in a silvery gray; My heart is bowed with winter’s barrenless Can this be summer, dear, with you away? Can it be at a moment’s thought of you Within some place, I seem again to pass, In the old lane that we so oft went through While life lay dreaming in the tangled grass? So hushed, so quiet, where the shadows lie Across the pool amidst the starlight’s reign Watching in silence all the still night long, Watching and waiting just for you — in vain. Summer and starlight and an hour grown late, And you who will not come, and I who wait; And so the rose has withered in regret For I remember, dear, and you forget. — Elsyk Kaufman. In My Garden. In my garden there are roses, sumptuous roses, richly dyed, Leaning o’er to spill their perfume in the foun- tain’s crystal tide. And a mocking bird enraptured sings among the myrtle boughs. Calling softly through the moonlight to his shy love-stricken spouse. At Sunset. Last night, while yet the shadows gathered pale, I heard a thrush, from o’er the meadow way. In some secluded thicket of the vale. His music laden pater noster say. More fraught with faith than aught our lips may pi ay. And just because of its exceeding trust, I listened as if chained to that retreat, A-tremble at the faintest west wind gust That came to frolic ’round the garden seat. Or stir the sleepy grass beneath my feet. I did not ask to learn the secret sense. The perfect import of the songster’s call; I only knew it bore my spirit hence, Upon the rippling of its rise and fall. To feel the love that binds the all in all. Nor can I tell what instant its strain passed Into the floodtide of night symphony — Death, as we name it, though it is the last Supreme expression of life’s entity, When the soul finds how truly it is free! William Struthers. Little Boy and His Dream. The little boy smiled in his sleep that night, As he wandered to Twilight Town; And his face lit up with a heavenly light Through the shadows that drifted down; But he woke next morning with tear-stained eye In the light of the gray dawn’s gleam, And out from the stillness we heard him cry, “I’ve lost my dream — my dream.” But my heart strays from this garden, where a dreamy fragrance lies, To a cluster of dead blossoms that is sweet with memories. In my garden there are lilies tall and fair, Standing pure as vestal virgins in the dewy still- ness there, And the incense they are wafting steeps my senses in a dream, As I linger, lost in reverie, where their pearly petals gleam. Yet I'd barter all their beauty, white and dazzling as the snow, For a handful of brown blossoms that were withered long ago. — Lilita Lever Younge, in The Smart Set. And he told us then in his childish way Of the wonderful dream he’d known; He had wandered away from the land of play To the distant Land of the Grown, He had won his share of the fame and fight In the struggle and toil of men; And he sobbed and sighed in the breaking light, “I want my dream again.” As the years passed by the little boy grew Till he came to the Land of the Grown; And the dream of his early youth came true The dream that he thought had flown; Yet once again he smiled in his sleep — When those near by might have heard him weep, “I want my dream — my dream!” For he dreamed of the Yesterdays of Youth, And the smile on a mother’s face. — Grantland Rick, in Columbian. Digitized by Google

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1016 The 'Railroad Telegrapher. Love's Requiem. Rest well within thy quiet bed, dear Love, Rest — rest ; The sullen storms of life will no more move Thy pulseless breast. Thy tender lips fast closed court happy dreams. Perchance — perchance ; And memory may touch with golden gleams. Thy pallid trance. So still thou art I know that thou art dead* And yet — and yet The eyes that lingered on thy royal head No tear drops wet. I've coffined thee so close not one soft sigh — Ah, me — ah, me — Shall tell the heartless world where thou dost lie So tranquilly. That summer day (doth hear?) when fond and blind Sweet — sweet; I sent thee forth my lady fair to find And gladly greet; How could we dream that in the odorous night — God — God; Her careless scorn thy glowing life would blight And mine defraud? At chilly dawn I found thee lifeless, cold, Love — love ; Then suddenly my soul grew wan and old. Thy face above; And when the golden sun the earth caressed. My own — my own, I made thy grave within my darkened breast. Without one moan. E. Carpenter. The Old Time Girl. What has become of the old time girl With the two little braids and a ringlet curl Dangling sweetly beside her ear, And a little dimple in chin so dear That seemed to capture the sun itself She smiled so sweetly, this little elf! What has become of her all this while, With ever a song on her lips of smile, And dimity dresses and soft lace shoes, And spirits that helped you smile at blues. And soft little fingers just made to hold In the young love dream of those days of gold? What has become of her with the fine Old-fashioned training, her golden mine Of plain, sweet habits and sense of life That made her so certain to be the wife Of the finest man in the town — and then The town bred nothing but gentlemen. W hat has become of the sly young winks As she ogled her way to your heart, the minx! A bubble of mischief and innocent fun, An old time girl in the April sun Of boxwood gardens, while little beds Where the daffodowndillies shook golden heads. The old time girl is a memory sweet In many a quaint, old-fashioned street; But I want her back, with her world of grace. Her stainless laughter of heart and face. Her womanly spirit and quaint delight In being a girl that acted right. — Selected. A Song of Long Ago. A song of long ago, Sing it lightly, sing it low — Sing it softly — like the lisping of the lips we used to know When our baby laughter spilled From the hearts forever filled With a music sweet as a robin ever trilled 1 Let the summer fragrant breeze And the leaves of locust trees. And the apple buds and blossoms, and the wings of honey bees All palpitate with glee. Till the happy harmony Bring back each childish joy to you and me. Let the eyes of fancy turn Where the tumbled pippins burn Like embers in the orchard’s lap of tousled grass and fern; And let the wayward wind. Still singing, plod behind The cider press — the good old-fsahioned kind! Blend in the song the moan Of the dove that grieves alone. And the wild whir of the locust and the bumble’s drowsy throne; And the low of the cows that call Through the pasture bars when all The landscape fades away at even fall. Then, far away and clear. Through the dusky atmosphere. Let the wailing of the kildees be the only sound you hear. Oh, sweet and sad and low As the memory may know Ts the glad pathetic song of long ago. — James Whitcomb Rilzy. Digitized by o.ooQle

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A Bald Answer. Barber — Hair’s a bit thin on top, sir. Have you tried our hair tonic? Bald Man — No, that wasn’t the reason. — London Opinion. Queer Proceeding. “There was an odd happening at our club yesterday. Who do you suppose was an early arrival?” “Who?” “Our late president.” Obeying Orders; Old Lady (to grocer’s boy) — Don’t you know that it is very rude to whistle when dealing with a lady? Boy — That’s what the guv-nor told me to do, mum. “Told you to whistle?” “Yes’m. He said if we ever sold you anything we’d have to whistle for the money !” Superior. Little Nelly told little Anita what she termed a “little fib.” Anita — A fib is the same as a story, and a story is the same as a lie. Nelly — No, it’s not. Anita — Yes, it is, because my father said so, and my fathei is a professor at the university. Nelly — I don’t care if he is. My father is a real estate man and he knows more about lying than your father does. — United Presbyterian. Teddy Knows. “Now, Teddy,” said the teacher, “is Jerusalem a proper noun or a common noun ?” “’Tain’t neither,” came the prompt reply from Teddy. “It’s, an ejaculation.” — Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Chips. “Yes, I told father that white poker chip I dropped was a peppermint tablet.” “Did he swallow it?” — Hobart Herald. Peppery. “You seek to walk the straight and nar- row way?” said the earnest friend. “Of course,” replied Miss Cayenne; “you have to walk that way in these tube skirts.” — Washington Star. A Simple Answer. Mother — Well, dears, did you meet any- one you knew? The Three Children (who have just re- turned from their morning * walk) — Yes; Ruby and Derek. Mother — Where did you meet them? Barbara (the youngest) — At the same place as we was. — Punch. Usually. Tom — What’s the difference between bet- ting and bluffing? Jack — A good deal. — Yale Record. His Measure. “Biggins always knows the latest story.” “Not the latest,” replied Miss Cayenne, wearily, “the longest.” — Washington Star. New Definitions. A witty judge of the municipal court of Boston stoutly declared that “a patriot was a man who refused to button his wife*s lingerie waist.” “A martyr,” he went on, “fs one who attempts and fails, while a hero tries and succeeds.” “Then what is a coward?” asked a curious bystander. “Oh, a coward,” replied the judge, “is a man who remains single so he won’t have to try.” Digitized by Google

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1018 The Railroad Telegrapher. Had Damages Enough. An old colored woman was seriously in- jured in a railway accident. One and all her friends urged the necessity of suing the railroad corporation for damages. “I ’clar’ to gracious,” she scornfully re- plied to their advice, “ef dis old nigga ain’t done git more’n nuff o’ damages! What I’se wantin’ now and what I’se done kwine to sue dat company foh is repairs.” Her Name Was Not Polly Ticks. During the late campaign an Illinois can- didate for the legislature was driving through the country, seeking votes among the farmers, when he met a young man in farmer’s garb, walking by the roadside. Having in mind a prospective vote, he stopped his horse, and saluting him in a familiar manner, inquired : “Are you paying any attention to politics nowadays?” The young, man stopped, looked at him suspiciously, and drawled out : “No, stranger; that don’t happen to be my gal’s name; but ef it was, I wouldn’t think it was any of your durned business.” This ended the interview as well as the prospect Rations Reduced. Sir Leopold McClintock, the Arctic ex- plorer, was once giving an account of his experiences amid the ice fields of the North. “We certainly would have traveled much farther,” he explained, “had not our dogs given out at a critical time.” “But,” exclaimed the lady, who had. been listening very intently, “I thought the Eskimo dogs were perfectly tireless creat- ures.” Sir Leopold’s face wore a whimsically gloomy expression as he replied : “I — er — speak in a culinary sense, miss.” — San Francisco Argonaut. Perfectly Described. “What sort of a chap is old Squallop?” “Well, when you hold out two cigars to him, to offer him his choice, he takes both.” — Stray Stories. Non-Testable. “Our product is thoroughly tested before leaving the factory. No man can sell stuff today that has not been tested.” “We manage to sell our product without testing it.” “That’s odd. What do you sell ?” “Dynamite.” — Washington Herald. Tips on Credit. Gent — I’ve no change this morning. I’ll give you something on my return. Crossing Sweeper (sadly) — Ah, sir! You’d be surprised if you knew how much money I’ve lost by giving credit that way! — London Opinion. Grammar as a Burglar Alarm. Mrs. Hubb — I allow my husband no latch- key. He rings and I ask who’s there; then he says, “It’s I,” and I open the door. Mrs. Kawler — But suppose a thief should ring and say the same thing — you’d be in a fix. Mrs. Hubb — Oh, a thief wouldn’t answer “It’s I”; he’d say, “It’s me.” — Boston Transcript . First State in the Union. The late Frank S. Black, former Gov- ernor of New York, was noted for his humor, as well as for his eloquence, illus- trated in “The Man on the Barrel Head” and other speeches. During the Roland B. Molineaux case Mr. Black one day had occasion to depre- cate the praise of a certain witness. “Oh, we can all,” he said, “find some viewpoint or other wherefrom to lavish superlatives. I was once examining a young man who had applied to me for the place of stenographer. “ ‘What State are you from?’ I asked. “ ‘I’m from the first State in the Union, sir,’ he replied. “‘New York State, eh?’ “‘No, sir; Alabama, sir.’ “ ‘But,* said I, ‘Alabama isn’t the first State in the Union.’ “ ‘Alphabetically speaking, sir, ; alpha- betically speaking,* said the young man.” — Chicago Record-Herald. Digitized by v^ooQle

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BOSS, SERVANT AND CORPORATION. ONE of the economic dogmas of our bewildered humanity has always been that “the success of some over the vast multitudes is inevitable, about as much so as the force of gravitation/’ We base that fact in its continuation through history. It is on the same false logic that we are constantly justifying the worst traits of the human family. There is no doubt that some men seem to be born with greater force of character than others, with the power to accomplish more than many of the rest of us. That differen- tiation , in energy along certain lines of action does not need to hurt anybody. It is the element of selfishness and greed, added to that of power, that brings and evolves all the miseries of life. Shall we then apply to “selfishness” the quality of inevitable? If so, we then decree that human life on earth shall forever mean “universal chaos”. That is what we have had with some elements of order, to be sure the order of organized injustice at the bottom and essence of our collective adjust- ments. Bosses and servants, under different names and surface conditions, under specific details directly or indirectly interfering with equal justice, more or less antagon- izing the spirit of human brotherhood . . . there we have the civilization of all ages. Boss and servant, the man who fixes the terms under which the other man shall be allowed to have a job and live on earth ! Is not that a wonderful device? There we have two opposite ideals, two distinct aims in life, two lines of march, each one as far apart from the other as the North from the South, the East from the West. There you catch the essence of the civilization of all ages thus far. What difference can we expect from the boss with five or ten servants, and the boss or group of bosses with 10,000 or more servants, men under wages, subject to cast-iron rules? The old times petty organization of capital; the modern times formidable organization of industries; economies by retail; economies by wholesale; bosses and servants all the same. The form changes, the essence re- mains. Take now the element of those wonder- ful inventions by means of which we can increase our wealth production. Even the savages had their own inventions. Man has always been “a natural inventor.” That is what distinguishes the human species from all other animal form of life. Civili- zation has decreed that the inventive faculty of men shoud be converted into a curse, although the Creator intended it should be — the fundamental element of all sound progress, one of them anyhow. In the mind of God all progress of the real kind is intended to rest on the eternal and simple natural law of “equal freedom.” Civilized men do not yet believe in equal freedom. To whom do we give the benefit of our inventions? We give it to the boss or corporation ? By which means do we perpetrate that blunder? By laws of privi- lege repudiating all equal freedom. No wonder that the plain people who alone can use and work and make the machines, and produce the materials of which they are composed, no wonder that they remain for ever the servant, under corporation or boss ! Of course, a deeper inequity lies under the one we have mentioned. Through what process do you suppose we manage to evolve the boss and the corporation? Through the use and control of all natural resources we give to some men, to the first one dr few who drop on earth or advance into the wilderness to take hold of the Digitized by v^ooQte

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1020 The Railroad Telegrapher. source of all wealth, the planet, with its wonderful natural resources or potentiali- ties. By what means do we do that? By our own mean, selfish laws, in defiance of all natural and divine enactments. We have become so accustomed to all the above processes, granting to some ad- vantages denied to the rest of us, that we consider them as inexorable facts ingrained into the fibers of the universe. All human troubles and misconceptions come from the sad fact that education fails yet to teach men how to approach all im- portant subjects through three fundamental logical conditions. They are as follows: First, to take globular views of life, in opposition to keyhole views of life and phenomena. Second, to have a correct definition of the important words to be used. Third, to respect the logical connection of all the relations belonging to any given subject. All human calamities and deformities, all sickness, sorrow and sin, all important disagreements, private and collective, all problems with the individual, the domestic group and the national compact, all inter- national troubles, wars and preparations for war; all comes from our refusing to ap- proach all human subjects through the logi- cal and sensible instrumentality of the three simple rules above mentioned. It is thus that we prolong the kingdom of our miser- able, selfish, egotistic laws. It is thus that we decline to have “peace with God and His universe around. ’’ We want the boss, the servant, the corpu ration. We thus fling the brotherhood oi men to the four winds. We thus give tu each other the right, power and opportunity of crushing each other through all possible abominations. Human life, as God planned it and in- tended it should be, that means *a rhapsody of glory.” Human life as we manage to make it, that is something of a nightmare, even when considerable gleam> of joy come to each one of us in turn now and then. And the fundamental cause of all our trouble is simply the rotten, dismal and selfish industrialism of all ages. Boss, servant and corporation! That trinity of diabolisms poisons all it touches. The mind of most of us is then left without the power to rise into noble ideals of life. All our mentality is then riveted around wealth at any cost, and no matter how many tears, and groans, and tragedies that wealth or its absence may bring. Give to all men, through healthy, social conditions established by equity and honesty in all industrial relations, give them the opportunity of using the gifts that each one of us receives from God and nature, and each shall then have the wealth needed for the complete life of all of us, with none of the wealth that brings physical and spiritual misery to all of us, more or less of it. Civilization forces most men into occupa- tions that nature did not intend for them to have. Josk Gros. Digitized by v^ooQte

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New Haven, Conn., Div. No. 29. Central New England Railway — The committee, after five days’ conference with our officials, secured a revised schedule, with bet- ter working conditions and a raise which amounts to 12 2-10 per cent, figuring what it will cost the company to relieve forty-four agents two weeks and twelve or fifteen operators for one week’s vacation, with pay “after five years’ service.” Our new schedule took effect March 29th, and everyone seems very much pleased with the work of the committee. It is now Bros. Marshall at “BG,” Mullen at “QA,” Smith at “XC” and Joyce at “GD.” We are glad to see such appreciations for what the committee succeeded in doing for them. They have set a good example for other nons on the road to follow. Bro. McDonald has been transferred from the Erie to this division. Practically all the positions on this road held by nons received as large, if not larger, per cent in raise than the position covered by us, and they should all be willing, now that we have secured a good raise for them, to use a small fraction of it to get an up-to-date card. If they don’t do this, the time is coming when we will not have to spend our good money to pay for their benefits. If they have any conscience at all, they. will either come into the Order or refuse to accept the benefits we secured for them. Bro. Berrington bid in Stissing Jet. We are glad to see him land a steady job. Bro. N. Yeager bid in third “XC.” As a mem- ber he sets a good example for his “pa.” I wish all brothers along the line would furnish me with some news by the twentieth of each month, so we can have a good write-up. We now have as good a schedule as any road east of Chicago. So let’s all take an interest in our work, and our officials will soon admit that they are getting the 1 est service from O. R. T. members. We are fortunate in having good officials to work for, who appreciate good work. Let us show our appreciation for the good treatment we rcceive> from them. We have received our new schedule in book form, as promised by the officials. We are greatly indebted to Bro. Wheeler, our local chairman, for the manner in which he pre- sented our side of the case to our employers and the good arguments he put up in each case. Let each member now try to secure at least one new member, thus *helping our local chairman in his work of organization. There is no salary attached to his position, and it is our duty to at least work just as hard as -he does, and show him by our work that we are behind him and ready to back him up. Bro. H. A. Elting bid in Millbrook, and Bro. E. Ashman, Twin Lakes. Both are good men and on good jobs. Bro. Joyce, third “GD” tower, was off recently, relieved by Bro. Campbell, from third “MD,” closed during his absence. “BO” tower, east end double track west ot Loyd, has been filled with men from “CD,” leav ing Bro. Margraf, agent there, on a twelve-hout trick again. We are now nearly solid west of the Hudson River. Bro. Mullen is relieving Miss Henderson on first “QA.” We would be glad to welcome her and Dr. Hart, second “QA,” as members again. We understand our N. H. R. R. brothers have finally come to an agreement with the officials. We arc glad to hear this, as General Chairman Manion and all his committees have had quite a long siege, and should have something nice. E. L. C., Cert. 263, Div. Cor. Providence, R. I., Div. No. 35. Our regular meeting on April 19th was the larg- est we have held for more than two years, there being no in the hall. This was very encouraging to the officers, and shows that our members can come out when they want to. We were honored by the presence of distin- guished members from Divisions 89, 29, and 38, as well as several members of the general com- mittee, which lent an unusual charm and added interest to the occasion. Our visitors were most emphatic and liberal in their bestowal of con- gratulations upon our attendance, as also upon the splendid deportment of our members during the session and the smoothness of conduct of our evening’s work. The magnet which drew out the members was to hear a verbal report from General Chairman Manion and other members of the general com- mittee, and the unanimous expression of approval voted by those present as to the conduct of affairs entrusted to them during the past thre^ months, which must have been an inspiration to Bro. Manion and his able corps of co-workers. Bros. Manion, Leete, Dowd, Brady and Smith responded for the general committee and its work, while Bro. McDermott, the able secretary of Divi- sion 89, spoke in a telling and effective manner upon matters of direct interest to all members of our Order. It was a rare treat and honor to have the chief telegrapher of Division 29 with us. Bro. Dowd Digitized by

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1022 The Railroad Telegrapher. is a pleasing and pointed speaker, and his per- sonality is such that every loyal member of Divi- sion 29 is ready to assist him in every possible way to build up and increase the prestige of our sister division. Several applications were received and acted upon. Our members are wide awake, and the increase in membership each meeting night brings us that much nearer the 400 mark, which we believe we will reach before the year closes. Come again, visitors, and may others do like- wise. Your chief telegrapher was delighted with the meeting, the applications, the attendance and the increased interest. Let everybody who can come to every meeting. It will help us and should prove profitable to you. J. D. V., Div. Cor. Springfield, Mass., Div. No. 38. Boston & Albany Railroad — Remember our New Year pledge — “No card, no favors.” Bro. Merritt, “F” Boston, off two weeks re- cently on account of sickness, was relieved by Spare Dispatcher McClellan. Get after the nons along the line, and land them where they belong. Bro. Forbes is our new member on third "K” Worcester yard. The boys of the east end are pleased to learn of the promotion of Freight Trainmaster Curry at Beacon Park to division superintendent of the Albany Division, with headquarters at Springfield, Mass. Mr. Curry was previously chief train dis- patcher at Boston. Bro. Betters, third general yardmaster's office Beacon Park, was off owing to throat trouble, which prevented him from using the phone. Bro. Sampson, tower 19, Natick, never misses to return the ‘‘high balls” he gets from the east and west bound freights. If some of the boys along the line would copy after Bro. “Sam,” the dispatchers would always wear a "Sunny Jim” smile. Bro. McSwceny, second Beacon Park yard, while off sick was relieved by Mr. Schultz, a new man, who is now on second Worcester yard. Bro. Beatty, of tower 7, Back Bay, is always supplied with the latest funny stories. Dis- patchers Batchelder and Ingalls, third east and west, frequently exchange good ones with him. The nons on this line who were benefited by the recent revision of our schedule going into effect May 10th should now get an up-to-date card, and we should see to it that they do get one. Bro. Pingree and wife, of tower 23, Ashland, attended the O. R. T. convention at Baltimore, relieved by Bro. Gordon, from the New Haven, formerly employed on this road. “Shorty.” West End — Bros. Diefendorf, first, and W. Hover, third tower 60, are some fishermen. They get the fish and don’t go far for them, either. Bro. H. M. Lynch, second tower 65, assigned second “SI” office, is on first “WS” while Bro. John Powers is in “SD,” and Packy McCabe, lately of Panama, now on second “SD,** was relieved while off sick by George Van Buren, Niverville. “HB” is closed for the summer. Bro. J. O’Rourke, of first there, is now on the east errd; Bro. H. Segelken, from second “HB,” is now on third Niverville, and Bro. G. J. Traver, third “HB,” bid in second tower 6$, relieving Bro. W. H. Sweet, who went to third tower 50, Chester, and later to tower 45, Westfield, vice Bro. Ben- ford, who took first there, and was married a few weeks ago. J. McGuinness, a new man, is on third Russell, and M. L. Fleming, from first Hinsdale, is now at Hudson Upper. Bros. H. D. and E. F. Whitney, of the west end, attended the last meeting in “SD.” More members on the west end should attend the meetings and learn what the O. R. T. is doing for them. Telegraphers and some of the station agents on the Chatham-Bennington Division of the Rutland Railway have joined the O. R. T., electing E. J. LaPointe, of “CD” Chatham, chairman, and have been granted a six per cent raise. Understand Governor Sulzer signed a bill grant- ing all telegraphers working eight-hour tricks two days off a month with full compensation. Boys, if you wish to see a write-up every month, send me some news. “Doc.” Boston, Mass., Div. No. 41. B. & M. Ry., C. & P. So. Div. — Bro. Squires, of “SV” third, is away indef- initely, relieved by Mr. Richards. We all want to thank Bro. Swan, of “NO,” for his part in the raise we have just received, and keep him posted on any vacant jobs or nons that you know of, so he can get things in line. It would be wise for the nons now to use a little of the increase we secured for them in getting an up to date, and not continue taking for nothing what they did not help to geL They can still show their manhood by coming in now. Brothers, get after those working near you and see if they won’t act square and get a card. All the dispatchers in “WA” office were over the road recently, getting familiar with the changes made in the last year. The body of the fireman on Engine 418, which went into the river on March 30th, was found May 5th about one-quarter of a mile from where the engine was. Brothers, send me your news for the write-up each month by the twentieth, so I can get it in by the twenty-eighth. Get in the nons, so we. can have a solid divi sion, and remember, "No card, no favors.” Div. Cor. • gitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1023 New York, N. Y., Dlv. No. 44. Long Island R. R. — The meeting on Saturday, May ioth, was well attended, and four new members were received. We have a strong division, both financially and in membership, but there is still room for irn- provement. Keep after them, boys, and do not let up until all who are desirable are members. There were several old and familiar faces at this meeting, including Bro. Scully, from College Point, and Bro. A. L. Light, agent Woodside. We hope they will come again, and also wake up the boys on the North Shore. Bro. Heller left early so as to get a good start for the Baltimore convention, receiving such a good send-off from our worthy Chief, Bro. Van Nos- trand, that it made him blush like a school girl. Bro. Hoadley, who relieved him at East New York, was relieved at “CN” by Bro. Menshen. At our June meeting, Saturday evening, 14th, Division 44 and Local No. 16, Ladies' Auxiliary, will hold their annual love feast in honor of the founding of the O. R. T., on June 9, 1886. It is hoped to eclipse anything in the past and to make it a night long to be remembered. Come one and all. On June ist, the Long Island Express was taken over by the Adams Express Co., which further increases the work of the brothers by the through billing. The spring time table took effect on May 25th, when most all of the summer jobs were bul- letined, with the addition of three lever jobs in the new “J” tower, and these are the cream the brothers are after red hot. Brothers, send any news items you may know of to Bro. Merrlnger, in order that we may have a write-up in The Telegrapher each month. Bro. Travis has the sympathy of all the brothers in the loss of his wife, who died on May 12th, after a long and painful illness, leaving Bro. Travis and four small children to mourn her loss. To make it still harder, Bro. Travis was in the hospital for an operation for blood poison at the time, being relieved at Cabin No. 1, Jamaica, by Bro. Dan Powers. We are glad to note the complete recovery and return to work of Bro. Sinderhauf. Bro. Godneck, first sheet “WJ", is visiting the Polyclinic, New York, for the purpose of being made an American. Bro. McCarger has returned, and is now on “SR” second. The brothers will come back to the "old pike.” Bob Stevens has also returned, and is now at Locust Valley. We want him to come in and be one of us. Bro. Geo. W. Hilley, an old and favorably known telegrapher on the L. I., now Deputy Tax Commissioner of New York City, got hungry for some shop, and went to the Baltimore conven- tion to mingle with the boys. He had a pleasant time renewing old acquaintances. Gov. Sulzer has made the hearts of many teleg- raphers in the Empire State light and full of praises for him in signing the two days’ relief bill, a copy of which you will find in the April issue of the Telegrapher, pages 529 and 530. This bill gives all telegraphers and phone men handling trains two days off each calendar month with full pay. This act has won him many friends in the railroad service. We are all glad to learn that Bro. J. L. Martin, ticket agent at East New York, is improving, and will soon return to work. We all miss you, Jack. Bro. M. E. Harris, second “VA”, is receiving congratulations from the boys. His bride, Miss Lilliam M. Seiler, of So. Norwalk, Conn., was long a member of the Hatters' Union. Bro. Walter Gregory, relieved on third "RJ” by Bro. P. J. Hopkins, has been off quite awhile watching by the bedside of his son who was assaulted while calling crews at 3 o’clock in the morning, and found with a fractured skull lying in the street by a passerby and taken to the hos- pital. We are glad to state that he will soon be able to return home. Bro. Gregory relieved Bro. Leonard, delegate to the Baltimore con- vention, on first. Bro. Sam Adams, transferred to Stratton Ave. ticket agency, was relieved at Brooklyn Manor by a new man. Sam likes the sea shore and the increase in salary. Div. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved father of our brother, A. L. Marsh, in manifestation of our fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved , That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the sorrowing brother and family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereave- ment; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for pub- lication. A. p Heller, J. L. Martin, J. S. Thuma, Committee. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved wife of our brother, C. W. Travis, in manifestation of our grief and fra- ternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of New York Divi- sion No. 44, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread Digitized by Google

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1024 The Railroad Telegrapher. upon the minutes of the division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. S. Thuma, J. L. Martin, A. F. Heller, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. To the Members of New York Div. 44 — I want to thank you kindly for the beautiful remembrance of flowers you sent for my wife's funeral. It was more than appreciated in the sad hour of my bereavement. C. W. T RAVIS. Pittsburg, Pa., Div. No. 52. This division now meets at 417 Wood street, third floor, Pittsburg, Pa. We were compelled to vacate the hall at 204 Fifth avenue, on ac- count of the building being rased to make room for a large six-story department store. Don’t forget the above number. Your dues are now due and payable. Better remit early ar.d get after your second and third trick men and see that they do likewise. The books of the secretary and treasurer were audited recently by a com- mittee appointed for that purpose, and the fol- lowing is the report: II. K. Klinc.knsmitii, Cert. 32. Your committee, appointed to make the regular yearly audit of the books of Division No. 52, submit the following report: Worth of division May 31, 1912, as per audit of that date: Cash on hand May 31, 1912. .$2,831.26 Less over deposit of treasurer .07 $2,831.19 Cost price of 3 first mortgage bonds owned 3,19725 Total $6,02844 Cash receipts, all sources, May 31, 1912, to February 28, 1913 $i.34i.35 $7.369 79 Disbursements, May 31, 1912, to February 28, 1913 3.351-74 Worth of division February 28, 1913, as per detail be- low $4,018.05 Cash in hands of Treasurer C. C. Campbell, not deposited. Cash in Lincoln National Bank Cash in Union Trust Com- pany $ 505 3* Less checks outstanding Nos. 7*0 $ 2.50 766 8.25 767 33.oo 43.75 $ 33-19 326.05 461.56 Cost price of securities owned by the division in hands of Trustee M. D. Ullery: $1,000.00 Union Steel Co., first mortgage bond $1,015.00 $1,000.00 Jones & Laughlin Steel Co. first mortgage bond ... 1,027.50 $1,000.00 Mon. River Con. C. & C. Co. first mortgage bond 1, 154-75 $3-197-25 $4,018.05 The settlement in connection with the transfer of P. R. R. members to System Division Xo. 17. is the cause of the large increase in disburse- ments shown on this report. Interest on all bonds owned by Division \o. 52 has been received to date. Respectfully submitted, C. C. McKalip, H. W. Ritz. Oskaloosa, Iowa, Div. No. 71. Minneapolis & St. Louis R.\R., Eastern Division — Bro. A. L. Gardner had a conference with First Vice-President Bro. Newman, and Bro. Sandmicr, of Division 123, at Baltimore, and it will be necessary for Division 71 to consolidate with Division 123 before that new schedule can be obtained. A meeting will probably be called, and the consolidation effected in a short time. Grinnell and Gilman stations have been painted and the boys are all highly pleased with the im- proved appearance. Bro. A. L. Gardner, left for the convention at Baltimore May 5th, instead of April 21st. as noted in Division 123 items, May Journal. Mr. Farthing relieved him at Abbott Station while absent. Mr. Conns has been transferred from Brighton third to Mason City third, relieved by Mr. White, from the C. R. I. & P. Bro. L. C. Vannoy, Ackley first, on thirty days’ vacation, was relieved by Mr. Daubenberg of second there, with Bro. E. T. Cahill on second. Bro. Shaw, agent at Hedrick, is a member of Division 23. His two telegraphers, Morgan and Knight, need lining up. Bro. C. O. Davis is now on second, Elrick Jet., with Mr. Zea, from the T. P. & W. as agent, vice Bro. Richards, who went to New Sharon second. They have been having a hard time to keep men at Elrick for any length of time, on account of no place to live or board, but a new depot and living rooms is being built which will relieve the situation. One of Bro. Christiansen's telegraphers has been taken off at New Sharon and a helper put on, the agent and telegrapher to work 12 hours each, the helper to go on at noon and work until midnight, when the office will dose. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1025 Oakville is on bulletin again. Seertis pretty hard to keep track of the changes since Bro. Red Davis left. We are glad to see that Bro. Bert Mason has been lining them up in bunches on the N. P., and landed second prize in the membership con- test. Bert always was a “live wire,” and he seems to be sustaining his reputation. Thanks to Bto. McLin for the help on this month’s write-up. Come again. “JS’\ Cert. 26. Addison, N. Y., Div. No. 108. Buffalo & Susquehanna R. R. — Bro. Belcher, of Osceola, who represented us at the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Bro. Locke, from Knoxville, and he by Frank How- land. The Cross Fork Branch was closed to all traffic May 31st. and trains no longer run to that once thriving town. Bro. A. S. English relieved A. J. Burger at Addison, who bid in Wellsville, N. Y., days. A special train carrying many of the officials passed over the road recently, making frequent stops to renew acquaintance with agents and teleg- raphers. It Is understood Davis agency will be closed on account of declining business there. Bro. Smith relieved R. F. Spencer at West- field, who bid in Elkland agency later. Bro. Cole bid in Westfield agency relieved at Cowan- esque joint agency by Bro. Linza from the New York Central, the position being bulletined by that road. Bro. Sherwood, of Belmont, has returned from a business trip to Cookeville, Tenn. “H.” Virginia, Minn., Div. No. 127. Duluth, Missabe & Northern Railway — Bro. V. M. Hoeffel is leaving for Canada. Sorry to lose him, as he is one of our best men. The “Missabe” has opened up several new of- fices and “good” men are scarce. Good chance for good Order men from other roads. Bro. Rumbarger, first Sherwood, is leaving for Ohio. Boys let’s get a schedule this summer. Write to Bro. Keenan, at Kelsey, stating a place, time and date you would like to have a meeting. Then get together and see what can be done. Big business is expected this summer and there is no reason why we can’t have a good schedule. Several of the offices are now solid. The B. & L. E. Ry. telegraphers have a $70.00 minimum, and we can have the same or more. The O. R. T. got it for them, and can get it for us when we are all up to date. Bros. Magill and Hatch, of Keenan, were recent Sunday visitors at Sherwood. Don’t go to sleep on your job boys. That makes it hard for us all. Cert. 50. North Adams, Mass., Div. No. 139. Boston & Maine Railroad — The meeting of May 10th, was very well at- tended. We are still in the limelight, although our write-up was forgotten until too late last time for the May issue. On April 24th our new schedule took effect and we surely appreciate what the committee had to buck in order to secure it. A very nice way to show our appreciation would be to attend meet- ings and let our representatives know what kind of a crowd they can depend on. Mr. Frier of Troy, Hoosick street, who got a 20 cent per day increase, has always been treated to all that were handed out, and it is about time he joined and helped to support the organization. We recently met Jimmy Sheehan, an “old timer” a member of the Grand Division, who formerly worked on the Fitchburg. For the past fifteen years has been handling press all over the states. He would see the difference in work, also in pay, if he should hit the R. R. again. We can once more salute Teddy Allen and O. K. Ransaell as brothers. Bro. Alex Mahar, injured at Rotterdam, who for the past two months has been in Ellis hos- pital at Schenectady, is improving slowly. Sister Walther, off a few weeks attending her mother, who was on the sick list, has returned to work. Towerman Center of “JV” is on a month’s visit with friends headed for California. Bro. J. W. Banker, at Schachticoke, will be glad to receive your dues brothers. By sending the necessary amount on time you save “Johnny” lots of unnecessary work and keep yourself in better standing. Bro. Cook represented us at the Baltimore con- vention. Bro. Potter attended on his own hook. Bro. Cook was relieved by Bro. Pitcher, and Bro. Downing worked for Bro. Potter. Assemblyman Drost, who boosted that two days off each month through the Capitol for the New York State eight-hour men, that gives a much needed rest of two days per month under full pay, is the kind of a man that we want to boost next election. Let’s do all we can to assist him. Bet Bro. Guy Johnson was connected with this amend- ment to the eight-hour law in some way, as he is a hustler from the time he blows the two whistles until brakes are set at the terminal. Some kind brother send some application blanks down to Millers Falls, with a tip as to how they are to be filled out. It might bear good results. Charley Pierson, freight conductor on this divi- sion is an O. R. T. member. Give him the high sign and the glad hand, and invite him up to the meetings. Cert. 4. Hamilton, Ont., Div. No. 155. too (one hundred) per cent strong. In reality we are more than 100 per cent strong, as we have every available telegrapher who works on this line (Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo) and a few more besides, including the three Digitized by Google

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1026 The Railroad Telegrapher. levermen at Garth St. tower. If a man comes on this road, and don’t come into the fold in a month **r so, we send a man after him and get him in. The boys on this road will soon be “Hello Girls” as phones are now being installed on the <»ast end. They arc already in use at Kinnear, Stoney Creek, Vinemount, Grassies and Smith- ville and the familiar click of the old sounder for train orders will soon be no more. We are sorry to hear of Bro. O’Connor, third Garth street tower, being again on the sick list and hope he will soon be at his post. Bro. Staniland, our delegate to the convention, left for Baltimore, May ioth. Bro. C. W. Hinchey, who has made such an excellent yard agent at Coyle, has been promoted to the dispatchers’ office for the summer, during the off season for the dispatcher. Bro. N. C. Burdick has been appointed to the Coyle agency. We are all pleaSed to welcome back the old leliabfe Bro. J. S. Robertson, who has been re- instated at Fenwick agency, vice Bro. H. E. Mc- Namara, returning to the relieving list for the summer. Bro. J. B. Rowntree, now at Hamilton, at nights, has his eye on the day job just bulletined. The two weeks’ holidays w'ith pay will be quite acceptable to us all and a new wrinkle for a good many of us. Bro. J. H. Stevenson, was relieved for three weeks, while away selling real estate by Bro. J. X. Smith, Jerseyville, relieved by his good wife who helps out when good men are scarce. It is pretty near time for dues again and wc would like to get them paid as promptly as pos- sible. Do not let them drag on and on until we have to get a special requisition out to collect them, making extra work for all concerned. When you pay promptly you get your card promptly and feel better for having an up-to-date in your pocket. We are pleased to welcome Bro. A. P. Quin- ton, Kinnear Heights, to the fold. Bro. R. A. Warrender, prefers third trick dis- patching, to being night chief, and left that po- sition for Bro. Hinchey, in the absence of Bro. Staniland on holidays and at the convention. The regalia for the lodge worn for the first time at the regular meeting May Uth was pro- nounced very nice by those who wore them and a credit to the lodge. Wc hope that we will always be a credit to them, even if there were not many out to admire the officers in their new uniforms. Remember “No cards, no favors.” E. D. Armstrong, Scc.-Trcas. Boston, Mass., Div. No. 156. At the daylight meeting. May 3d, only a few members were present when our delegate, Bro. Griffin, listened to suggestions from several of the members in regard to the convention. Bro. Griffin left for Baltimore, May nth, relieved by Bro. McClurg, who was relieved by Bro. Ashe. The night meeting. May 17th, was fairly attended, Bro. Barringer acting as chief te\e* rapher in the absence of Bro. Griffin. Our seized ule committee reported progress at this meeting Bro. Tuttle, off indefinitely, due to sickness, was relieved by Bro. J. J. Murphy. The entire division extends sympathy to Bro. Moody on the death of his sister, which occurred May 19th. Bro. Shuman relieved him at tower "P.” Div. Cob., Cert. 11 Grand Trunk Ry. Northern Division — Sister Machin, Penetang days, resigned, re- lieved by Bro. Harvey of Collingwood nights. W. R. Black, who recently passed the required examination was sent to Utterson nights, and from there to Collingwood, vice Bro. Harvey, trans- ferred. Mr. Dusto, recently classed as an oper- ator, sent to Hawkstone nights, and then to Ut terson, vice Black. Bro. Byam, of Maple, on sick list, relieved by Mr. Breathur and he by Bro. Cuthbert, at Coc cord. Bros. Stewart and McMann are at Powassan and Elmvalc respectively. Muskoka Wharf, now on bulletin, open for summer months and Concord agency still open. Mr. Gribble, ticket agent AUandale, goes to work nights. Bro. Cavell, South River nights, resigned to go West. We arc sorry to lose him, and wish him good luck. Keep your eyes open for the nons. A lot of new’ ones are being classed as operators now. Get after them, boys, before their hearts get hard- ened. They are enjoying the benefits we won through our Order and should fall in line and heip protect them. The boats have started to move and we will soon be in the midst of the spring rush of grain. The management has advised our local chair- man that it will meet the . committee in the near future. If any of the Brothers on districts 8-9-10-11-12- 13 and 14 have any news items, I would be glad to get them for a monthly write-up in the journal. Please try and get them to me before the 18th of the month. Address, Certificate 934, P. O. Box 653, Orillia, Ont. Div. Cor. Sixteenth and Seventeenth Districts — Mr. Cusson of Winona has resigned, Bro. Mer- edith relief agent, relieving him. Mr. Corrie, first Hamilton “S” goes to “NI” relay. Bro. J. A. Malcolm, of second, goes on first, Mr. Negro “C” Toronto on second, and Bro. Beasley of Burlington Jet. on third. Mr. McCabe has returned, going to Burling- ton Jet. Welland Canal rc-operied with Bros. J. Butler and Wilson in charge. Bro. Bier is at Junction Cut, 16th district, nights. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1027 Mr. Hodgins, Jordan nights, goes to Burlington N. & W. Bro. Smart, Grimbsy, was off a few nights re- cently. Grimsby Beach opened with Mr. Mitchell in charge. Bro. Quarrier who has been off sick has re- turned to Junction Cut. Mr. Barnes going back on nights. Bro. McNeil is relieving at Copetown. Bro. Patten gets Lyden Jet. days and Bro. Som- erville nights. Relief Agent Bro. Routley goes from Harris- burg nights to Sarnia Tunnel days. Mr. Doherty, London dispatchers' office ap- pointed to second, relieved on third by Bishop, a new man. Eastwood closed as a night office on account of the shortage of telegraphers. Bro. Raper from the C. P. R. goes to Sarnia Tunnel town station. Mr. McMonagle, agent Tilsonburg, has been ap- pointed agent at Woodstock. Our schedule committee hopes to soon make a good settlement with the company. Mac, 894. Grand Trunk Pacific R. R. Sixth District — Everything is booming. The new schedule is very satisfactory and we hope every one will now get an up-to-date posi- tion. Bro. Jairaeson, agent Landis is now agent at Holden. Ben Brande is at Bashaw agency with M. R. F. Beyforn, former clerk and now telegrapher as agent. We expect more new stations will be opened up on Calgary branch and the wires cut through from Tofield to Calgary this month, which will give the boys a chance. Bro. Foley, Tofield days, away to Regina and eastern points. Bro. Jones relieving, later re- lieving Bro. LeGallais, at Unity. Hope to be able to call a meeting soon as there are a lot of new brothers we would like to meet. Peacock, Wainwright days, is away on leave looking over real estate interests at Calgary, Ed- monton, etc. Bro. Simmons, Tofield nights, leaves shortly for the East. Bro. Cress, agent Tofield is laying off for a month. The new summer schedule rule is now in effect, and every one is busy. Boys rustle up some items. Cert. 1336- Wabash R. R. West End , Detroit Division — Division Supt. Helm has returned to duty. K. A. Tollitt, acting assistant superintendent dur- ing Mr. Helm’s absence, was made assistant superintendent. A. F. King, trainmaster on the 4th district, returned to Penn. Div., as traveling engineer, and R. W. Hosmer’s juris- diction was extended to cover all of the Detroit Division. One set of dispatchers now handle trains from Chicago to Montpelier instead of two heretofore. M. L. Davis, manager Montpelier, was off several days, relieved by Extra Dispatcher Martin. Bro. Sebiert, who was operated on for appendi- citis, at the company’s Peru hospital, has resumed at first Montpelier, Bro. Teeters going back on third there; Bro. Arney back to second Wakarusa, vice Mr. Schade relieving Bro. Verte, second Gary, owing to illness. Bro. C. W. Edson, second Ashley, while visit- ing relatives in Ft. Wayne and Peru, was re- lieved by Mr. Cole, later resigned. Ex-Bro. Jim Whippert, who left the Wabash last December, visited the boys at Crocker re- cently. Bro. Frank Beatty, third Topeka, has returned to the C. P. R. at Moose Jaw, Sask., relieved pending bulletin by ex-Bro. J. L. Seese, who re- cently bid in North Liberty third. Bro. Beatty’s sister was seriously injured recently by being thrown from a buggy. We hope for her speedy recovery. General Chairman Wood stopped in Montpelier recently on his way home from St. Louis to Milan. The committee will resume schedule negotiations on the return of the delegates from the Baltimore convention, the matter having been referred by Gen. Supt. Cotter to Gen. Man- ager Miller. We must back up the committee If we expect it to succeed. Let Bro. Wood know that you are ready to do your part. His judg- ment has been very good in the past, and will be just as good in the future. Your duty is to get in the nons with or near you, and help to make this division solid. Better wages will mean better service, and better service more business for the “Banner Route.” Keep up to date. It means your bread and butter. A. W. B. Detroit Division, Third District — Bro. Sayles, second No. Morenci, got third on bulletin, vice Bro. J. E. DeHaven resigned. After a visit to his home In the Allegehenies, he goes to Colorado for his health. Bro. Hostetter, relieved on Delray first by J. F. Justice, relieved Bro. Rowe, agent Stroh, whose wife was seriously ill. Bro. Young and Mr. Justice had to work 12 hours each until Bro. Hostetter returned, owing to the shortage of men. Bro. Roy Van Nest has returned to Britton from the south, Bro. Brown going back on third. Bro. Clark, first there, was off several days on account of sickness. Bro. A. N. Chambers, agent Whittaker, has moved to Northwestern Canada to go farming. We wish him success. Relieved by Bro. D. R. Wanty, who later bid in Delray third. Belleville was made a one-man job on April 12th, Bro. Crook at the bat. Willis was made Digitized by Google

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1028 The Railroad Telegrapher. a three-man job, Bro. Shannon first, Bro. F. Mason second, third unknown. On April 16th, Bro. and Mrs. Karl Speicer, first Romulus, had a close call, being almost overcome by gas. Sisters Frances Jones and Katherine May are on two months* leave, touring the south. The double track between Cone and Britton will soon be in service. Mr. Bean is on second and Mr. Henderson on third Cone. Our committee is still at the front and we expect soon to hear good results. O. H. R. Brothers Decatur Division: I take this means of thanking you for electing me your local chairman, and will try and serve you so that you will not be ashamed of your choice. I can not do this alone, however, but will need your help. Let every one get busy with the nons and give them no rest until we have the division solid. Again thanking you all for the courtesy, I am, Yours fraternally, O. C. Nash, L. C. Decatur Division Notes — Bro. O. E. Hulse, who relieved Local Chair- man Nash, at Ryan, while on committee work in St. Louis and while going over the division, was relieved by Bro. E. H. Fahrell. Bro. E. P. Duncan is also at Ryan. * J. T. Hughes, who has been in the hospital for a month with rheumatism, has resumed on second Wordin. Mr. Hatfield taking third there. Sister Morgan, of Mt. Olivo, is on vacation, relieved by Mr. Hedden, with O. N. Curtis on second and Geo. Hyde on third. Bro. S. H. Overholt is on first Granite City pending bulletin. N. D. Lewis is now' chief clerk at Decatur agency, relieved as car distributor by Bro. Slade from “FN.” F. Kurtz, agent Manhattan, is on vacation, re- lieved by Bro. Engle, from second there, and he by Bro. Carey, a new man. Bro. J. R. Watts, second Wing, has gone to the C. & N. W., in Wisconsin. Bro. Martin at second Saunemin, is being re- lieved by Hutson from third there, and he by a new man. Many thanks to the brother on the south end for his assistance in this write-up, hoping he will come again. Would also like to hear from Bro. McClurg again, and any others who will kindly drop me a line. Div. Cor. Nineteenth District — Mr. Temple, third Council Bluffs, has been sick with measles and mumps. Bro. Meeker and my- self got in quite a bit of overtime before Mr. Powell came to our relief, he being relieved later by Bro. Lampe, from Brunswick. Bro. Wells bid in second Malvern and Mr. Montague bid in third there. He should get a card now and show that he appreciates what we have done for him. Agent Sears on vacation, relieved by Bro. Wells. Brothers, get in touch with one another and all take an active part in trying to have a good write-up every month. “CD” at “BO,” Council Bluffs, la. Moberly Division — Bro. Krome, at High Hill, Mo., was referred to in the April journal as “Mr.” This is an error, and should have been “Bro.” Krome. Mobile & Ohio. St. Louis Division — Bro. T. B. Smith, off ten days, was relieved by Bro. Williamson, and he by Bro. Lamison. Bro. W. E. Jernigan, while getting married, was relieved by Bro. D. C. Corgan, who later relieved Bro. McNeilly, Cairo nights, on vacation. Bro. Lawrence was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Hartman. Bro. Grabow, off sixty days, was relieved by Mr. House. During the high water all offices were cut off ten days, where there were operators employed, except East St. Louis, Sparta, Murphyshoro. Tamms, Cairo, Union City, Jackson, Bethel, Cor- inth and Baldwyn, until trains could be ran again to move tonnage stored at Moscow, Ruther- ford and Ramer. Third tricks were put on z* Henderson and Rienzi. The extra man put on at Mill Creek has been taken off again. Bro. Meeks bid in fourth Corinth. Bro. M. Alvis relieved Mr. La whom a few days. Bro. J. E Luton, who has been on first Corinth six years, bid in second Jackson. Bro. Richard- son, who relieved him, was relieved by Bro. Haley, until Bro. J. B. Henry bid in first Corinth, when Bro. Richardson took Corinth third. “The Molio” is doing all the business possible for a single track, and every brother should do his best to show Ae company that members of the O. R. T. are equal to the occasion. Bro. Reynolds, called home owing to sickness, was relieved by Mr. Ramer, who later went t« Rutherford second. On bulletin: Sandusky agency, second South Columbus, Perry and Shannon, and third Clamor*. We did not receive bulletins of Murphysboro district position. Chief Dispatcher D. H. Burton, while off sick, was relieved by Night Chief Carson, relieved by First Trick Dispatcher Ammons, he by Second Trick Dispatcher Walker, relieved by Extra Dis- patcher Bro. Brooks, relieved by Bro. L. T. Mur- dough, and he on first “YD” by Mr. Guthrie. Bro. O. Underwood, agent Percy, on vacation in Oklahoma, returning via Mobile, was relieved by Relief Agent Jernigan. Bro. Wm. Williamson, agent Campbell Hill, down with typhoid fever, is improving. We hope he will soon recover. Bro. H. F. Parker, agent Ava, visited relatives in Sandusky recently. Bro. M. K. Spencer, Oravillc, was off a few nights recently, and Bro. Spencer, was off a few days owing to sickness. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1029 Every telegrapher on the road is willing to back our local chairman while he is at Mobile, and we want him to stay until he gets us some- thing. We are due it and we are going to have it. Div. Cor. Chicago A Alton R. R. Southern Division — Bros. Yates and Hicks, Drake; Bro. Raines, Glasgow, and your local chairman, took in the banquet at White Hall, and could not have been treated better by the Burlington brothers and the people of White Hall. Bro. J. J. Sommers, after recovering from typhoid, w'ent visiting in Missouri. We hope to soon see him at work again. Bros. A. B. Collard and Roy Brady will rein- state soon. We are glad to welcome Bro. Maurer, at Thompson, back in the fold again. Geo. Black- well, at Straut, will soon be with us. We have a good showing on this end, but we can make it better if all will get busy. L. A. Bybee, former ticket agent at Mexico, in the auto business for some time, has returned to the road. He relieved your local chairman while he went to the banquet and promises to line up soon. Agent Chandler, of Pearl, was “courting” a few days recently, relieved by Bro. Winn and Mr. Bybee. Cut out the sleeping on east end or you will get in bad. Our dispatchers are first class, give them a square deal. L. C. Southern Division Notes — Bros. Gentz, Riley and Mullin attended the recent grand convention in Baltimore, and report a nice time and a business meeting. A joint meeting of the C. & A. and the C. B. & Q. was held at White Hall, on Saturday, May 3d, attended by 75 or more telegraphers in addi- tion to numerous business men of that city. General Chairman Carder, of the C. B. & Q., presided and made an excellent talk. Bro. Frazier, local chairman of the C. B. & Q. also made a nice talk and Bros. Riley and Mullin, of the C. & A. responded in a fitting manner. A grand banquet was served the visitors con- sisting of all good things imaginable, after which numerous good talks were in order by various members and visitors. The whole meeting was a grand success in every sense of the word, and the committee on arrangements certainly deserved the vote of thanks tendered them. The next meeting of the C. & A., Southern Division, will be held at Springfield, subject to the call of the chairman. Bro. Thomas Riley, local chairman of that division, has been dis- missed. The general committee will investigate the matter. His position at Nilwood has not yet been bulletined, although the ten days has elapsed. No one has yet been selected to fill Bro. Riley’s place, as local chairman. Don’t forget the general meeting to be held in Bloomington this month. Every man who possi- bly can should be present as important matters will be brought up at that time. Remember, un- less we, as a body, insist upon our rights, we can not expect to succeed. Success has been written on our slate. Let us not permit it to be erased. Bro. B. J. Sherlock, second Roodhouse, with the G. N. at Kelly Lake, Minn., in the dis- patcher’s office, relieved by Mr. Lee, a new man. Bro. F. C. Lakin, Manchester, was off a week recently on account of the death of his father, at Wathena, Kan. Mr. Hainline, third Jacksonville, just recently recovered from a severe illness. Walter Adams, third Ashland, will be among the brothers in the future. Bro. Hoots, Murrayville, was called to Jersey- ville recently on account of the illness of his mother. Bro. Smith, Carrollton, lost an aunt during May, whose remains were laid to rest there. Bro. Caples, second Sherman tower, on vacation to his home in Arkansas was relieved by Mr. Anderson, and he on third by Mr. Snyder, of McLean. Bro. Pierce, former agent at Fancy Prairie, is now in the piano business at Vermont, 111. We wish him success. Bro. Smith, Williamsville, advises that the par- cel post has reduced his salary from $5.00 to $7.50 a month and has to handle the mail just the same as he did the express. Fellows wake up and take notice. Numerous stations bulletined during the last month were all filled by bid. A new water tank was erected at Carrollton recently. Bro. Pfeiffer, Roodhouse, while off duty was relieved by Mr. Ashton. Bro. Maxler, from the Rock Island, passed through Roodhouse recently en route to Chicago. The Q. C. line is solid with the exception of “QC” tower. Come on “Jim” the water is warm; get In the swim. Let us give our committee a support as solid as a rock and close up the ranks tighter. With that kind of support our committee will succeed in securing the justice we are entitled to. Let us stand back of our committee in the work to be undertaken and see that our fellow craftsmen are given as much consideration as the trainmen received in the accident that caused the dismissal of Bro. Riley. Div. Cor. Roodhouse & Kansas City Line — Bro. Yates, from Centralia, went to Larrabee during the recent wreck there to help the two brothers there out several days. R. G. Gooden is now on third Higginsville regu- lar. Bro. Hobson, who relieved Bro. Yowell, also relieved Bro. Batterton a few days. Good men are scarce, several of the boys are wanting off and there’s no one to relieve them. Digitized by Google

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1030 The Railroad Telegrapher. Harvey Spotts relieved the agent at Oakwood for a week recently. Bro. Stoll is busy fixing up the house he pur- chased recently and will have “spuds” to sell this fall. J. S. Preston was off a few days recently installing a lighting system in his brother’s print- ing office at Armstrong. Bro. Morgan is burning the wire up with his new bug. He is quite busy with his garden. We hope Bro. Vossburgh will have good luck getting in the nous at “DE.’’ Bros. Maurer and Sterner at “HO” and “AS” were relieved recently by Mr. Stevens. Bro. “Dutch” Kennedy has gone with the Western Pac. Any man who has an up-to-date card, knows he is “in the clear, with the switches locked.” Before we send a committee up again, let’s have a solid membership to back up the men who go. They will appreciate it and we will be amply re- paid by the good they can do us in the way of better working conditions. Having a student to do the flunky work around the station, although apparently very popular, is a very bad practice. The company will pay for all these odd jobs when we back our committee up with a solid membership. Brothers, who have to take care of switch lights should write Bro. Mullin how far they, have to go to fix them and give him any other information that will assist him in getting this work off of us. Bro. Hobson relieved Bro. Burbridge a few days. Mr. Nichols, third "OA,” is now with the steel gang, relieved on third “OA” by Mr. Morgan. Some one line up Messrs. Baker and Vermil- lion on second and third “BK.” Boys cut out the sleeping on the west end be- fore you get in bad with the dispatchers. Show the officials that we appreciate our schedule, by giving the best service possible. Cert, i 7 i -r. Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Ry. Minnesota and loiva Division — As Bro. Tenney has his hands full on commit tee work and convention matters his “Cub Re- porter” was sent out to round up the items this month. Bro. Spatgen is on Worthington third, tempor- arily. L. A. Hizener, agent Mitchell, on a month’s visit with relatives in California, is being relieved by Cashier O. A. Shaffer Bro. W. L. Cochrane relieved Bro. J. Franklin at Seney a few days, then relieved C. M. Butts at Hospers, off sick with measles. Bro. Cochrane brought the measles back to Madelia and conse- quently had to be relieved by Bro. Geo. Kleeman, and he by A. M. Rose. Local Chairman Tenney attended the Safety First Committee meeting at St. James, April .23rd. Bro. O. S. Mann, who relieved Bro. A. H. Hyde at Bingham Lake, when he went to bis as- signed position as agent Montrose, has been as- signed to first Bingham Lake. Bro. A. R. Mann, who visited his parents at Windom, May 25th, has returned to Manfcai. Bro. Brady going to Merriam. We are pleased to again welcome into ear lanks Bro. J. N. Alvord of Mt. Lake now up to date. Bro. V. H. Frantz at Stone for the past three months has been relieving on Worthington third, and Sibley nights. Bro. H. L. Glick is now with the Ctadahjr Park ing Co., at Glendive, Mont., in charge of the trade in that territory. Bro. Jansen of Madelia attending Federal coart at Mankato, week of April 21st, as a witness in a personal injury suit, was relieved by Bro. Coch rane, latter by Bro. Kleeman, relieved by A. E~ Tyler, who lost all his clothes when Nkr hoi’s de- pot burned. He will be with us shortly. Bros. Simek and Jansen and the former mayor of Savage, Pete Dempsey, took in the “K of C" doings at Shakopec, May 20th. Bro. W. J. Jarman is relieving at Westbrook pending bulletin, Bro. Shier having gone to the C. & N. W. in Canada. Bro. H. Bromander laboring under a halluci- nation of some kind, dropped off at Madelia from No. 11 the other night, and after a look around came out of his trance in time to grab the rear end of the train. As he was ninety odd miles short of his destination, he stuck to the hand holds until he reached Grogan, picked out a soft place to land, and dropped off. Later he phoned Madelia and the kind hearted dispatcher at St. James stopped No. 9 at Grogan and Bro. Bro mander continued his journey. Better change your brand Hugo. Bro. W. P. Bross from the C. & N. W. relieved Bro. Beard at Mitchell recently. Bro. A. M. Sundet relief agent at Grogan bid in Ashton nights, relieved by Mr. Pattison. a new man. Bro. Geo. L. Owen “Old Kentucky” of Elmore, while taking a generous chew of “Battle Axe” broke one of his store teeth and was obliged to make a trip to St. Paul to consult a toothsmith. Bro. Kleeman of Madelia relieved him. Bro. A. M. Johnson on a three months’ leave telieved by Bro. Spatgen of Merriam, is with the N. P. at Hinckley. Bro. H. Schauffenhauscn is at Montrose pend- ing bulletin, vice Bro. Hyde, who relieved Bro. J. H. Johnson at Rushmore gone to the N. P. Bro. Cosgrove is on third Worthington, pend- ing bulletin. Bro. Rcidmiller, who relieved “Dad” Beyers at Dundee on the sick list later went to Pipestone days. Bro. A. R. Mann on the sick list was relieved at Mankato by Bro. W. P. Bross from the C. & N. W., relieved at Mitchell by Bro. C. M. Butts, who bid that job in. Bro. R. A. Patrick, of Bingham Lake nights, bid in Seney, relieving Bro. J. F. Franklin, now with the I. C. at Storm Lake, la. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1031 A. M. Rose, who relieved Mr. Cosgrove at “CR,” while relieving at Worthington nights, later relieved E. A. Tyler, Madelia third, on a vacation. Wonder if the “knocker” who sent the anony- mous letter over Division No. 4, when we cut loose from the C. & N. W. predicting among other things that our committee could never accotn- plish anything single handed, will accept the raise this same committee secured for him in recent negotiations. We have the wisest old head, bar none, at the helm of affairs and backed up by the ablest assistants to be found anywhere. Did you ever hear of a committee going in and getting a schedule revision and a raise in pay in three and one-half days? Well, that’s what Old Bill and our local chairman did, and it’s to be hoped the “knockers” are silenced for a time at least. We congratulate the committee on its excellent work and substantial results. Cebt. 13. Eastern District — - I have been appointed correspondent for this month while big Bro. Bill is taking in the sights at Baltimore. Tunnel day trick pulled off and Bro. John Moore is now the whole works there; hours 7 p. in. to 7 a. m. Bro. W. L. Gray has moved his family from Maryville, Mo., to Sheppard and now occupies the company hpuse there. Jay Warren went to Eau Claire to have his eyes tested. We hope he had them fixed so that he now can sec his way clear to come in the Order. It is now Bros. W. L. Gray,- Sheppard and K. C. Jacobson and G. D. Nelson, Levis tower. We welcome them to the fold. If a few more would follow their good example we would soon be the leading division. There is scarcely a man who did not get a $2.50 raise in our new schedule, which means $30.00 more money a year and all it costs is $10.00 for dues, leaving them $20.00 to the good without a cent out of their own pockets. It is a mighty small man who won’t join the Order that has done so much for them. Still there are some who can not get the penny far enough aw^y from their eyes to see the dollar beyond. Bro. Allen, Augusta, has resigned and gone into business with his father, relieved by BrO. Berg- man. Mr. Zank, second Augusta, had the misfor- tune to lose his baby girl. Mr. Perry discharged at Sheppard last fall has been reinstated and is now at Waller Gravel pit. Bro. A. D. Campbell has taken Neillsvillie agency and Bro. J. S. Johnson bid in days there, making it solid. A. M. Waldum, a new man on the road is on Augusta, third. We wish to con- gratulate our committee on its good work. It done exceedingly well with the backing it had. Every one should now- show their appreciation by getting after the nons next to them and not give them any rest until they come in. Every non is a stumbling block that weakens the Order just that much. ' Bro. Norby is relieving Ray Bigger, second Merrillan. Mr. Bigger can spare money enough to take vacation every little while and should be able to come in and help do his part. Gravel trains arc running pretty thick. The double track will no doubt be completed this summer from Knapp to North Line. Cert. No. 7. Northern District — Bro. Williams, and Bjorndahl each took a turn at Spooner second, while Mr. Palmer was sick. B. Bergin and A. S. Johnson are again broth- ers. Lakeside closed and Bro. G. F. Nordholm bid in Clayton third. Bro. L. L. Williams relieved at Rockmont by Bro. Abrahamson is relieving at Cable. Walter Hatch relieved Bro. Bauers at Board- man, who drew Itasca first. Bro. Liddane, while on committee work at St. Paul, was relieved at East St. Paul by E. A. Faudel from Itasca first. Mr. Leitchigbie, Grand View, bumped J. Sauleen from third Cumberland. Bro. L. E. Knight, agent Barronett, relieved Bro. Hines at Gordon, who bid in Jim Falls. Spooner side wire closed. Mr. Apelquist to Barronett agency, until it was bid in by Mr. Pay son. Bro. C. A. Wilcox, Clayton third, resigned. Deer Park second closed, J. E. Redmond going to Clayton third, and later to Bayfield. The noted non, J. W. Quinn, for a long time on Trego first, has resigned to go into the mer- cantile business there, relieved by Fred Sinclair. Local Chairman W. E. Steiner, back at Deer Park, from committee work at St. Paul, reports a very pleasant session with the officials. He was relieved by F. J. Payson from Jim Falls agency. The boys certainly ought to appreciate the in- crease secured through the efforts of our able committee which brings our schedule up to favor- able comparison with other roads. But let’s not stop here. Let us live up to the rules and keep in touch with the new regulations, so when our committee meets the management again asking for a revision, it can do so with the assurance that a bunch of earnest workers is back of it whose efforts merit recognition, and above all let every man send his first month’s increase to the treasury as the officers of the Order suggest. This request means more now than any other, as you all know Division No. 4 is in its infancy as yet, starting with practically nothing financially, and the recent revision of schedule was a hard drain on the treasury. Another thing, it is understood that all the nons who got a raise are going to re- fuse to accept it. In fact they are “ashamed to take the money,” and arrangements have been made with Mr. Dodd to divert the increase out of each non’s check every month to our treasury so we are going to be on “easy street” in the course of a year or so. We should worry. Bro. A. B. 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1032 The Railroad Telegrapher. folks on account of the bad wreck at Rockmont Bro. L. L. Williams was also caught a long ways from his job at Cable. Dispatcher Brewer is on his annual vacation, re- lieved by Dispatcher Boothlet. It is almost impossi- ble to keep in touch with the new men coming in as well as those dropping out. So if I have neglected to call any one brother who is entitled to it, he will know it is not done intentionally, and if I have bestowed that title on any man not entitled to it I hope he will get in line at once before it is generally found out. Div. Cor. Nebraska Division — “Duke” Wallace, who is relieving at Maskell, pending bulletin, will be with us next pay day. Bro. Davenport of Hartington went to the Sioux City hospital three days the latter part of May. He strained his back lifting a heavy trunk. Bro. Johnson bid in Florence agency. Bro. Hart- son bid in Winside agency and Bro. Ira Davidson, second Stock Yards. Bro. Smith is relieving Bro. Barge at Herman, on vacation. Bro. Moran attended the “Safety First” meet- ing at Omaha, the latter part of May. The scales at Wakefield was put under the Western Weighing Association June ist. The two telegraphers who will do the weighing will get $7.50 more per month. “Parcel Post” Plumleigh relieved Bro. Daven- port three days in May. R. R. Larson, Cert. 92. Kansas City Southern Ry. Third District — Owing to the heavy rains over the entire dis- trict all trains are being delayed. Our correspond- ent Bro. Beecroft is taking a vacation. Bro. J. O. Cope, third Stillwell, bid in “WA” second “PC,” Spiro and Stillwell third are up for bid. Page agency also open. Grotwell a new man is now on third Spiro. Robt. Moore of Goodman bid in second Panama and Mr. Rogers, new man bid in third. Mr. Moore and Mr. Rodgers should be able by tjiis time to get a card. Third Bunch has been discontinued, Bro. J. H. Jerome of second is now doing the owl stunt. Mr. Gamble, extra DeQucen “YD” bid in Van- dervoort nights. It is now Bro. Frank Jones at Vandervoort extra. A new man from the “WU” at Sallisaw is on second “WA.” Bro. R. C. Ocheltrec, first Stilwell relieved Bro. McPhce on second. Relay off Heavener for few days the first of May. Bro. McPhee relieved First Trick Dispatcher Bro. I. P. Clark while in Kansas City on business. Agent Burk of Havener attended court at Omaha, Neb., few days ago, relieved by Bro. W. C. Wood, agent “WA” relieved by Bro. G. H. Hoover, third Sallisaw, and he by F. R. Keys, a new man from the W. U. Mr. Keys also relieved Bro. E. E. Cook, second Stilwell, who took first there wk:k Bro. Ocheltree was at “HV.” The peach rush will soon be here again and we should do all in our power to give good serv- ice to our dispatchers. Answer calls promptly and attend strictly to business. We should also do our best to bring in the nons and make this divi- sion solid. Some telegraphers fail to realize that they have nothing to lose and everything to gain by becoming members. A great many of the boy* along the line seem to think that the office m which they work is a paradise. Wake up boy* and come out of this trance. In place of mumb- ling over the few cents it costs to join the Order; instead of holding on to the few cents that you will spend more foolishly put it where it will some day benefit you. Look at the organizations where raises in salary are secured every iew months. It is time the rest of the nons join our ranks, men some day if we all stand pat we will gain a grand victory. While matters are not *0 bad as they used to be, there is plenty of room for improvement. Our salaries are not any too good while almost all the other employes are doubling their salaries, ours remain unchanged and responsi- bilities are being taxen from others and placed on us. The committees of every railroad organiza- tion on the K. C. S. except the telegraphers are admitted to the general managers office. All local chairmen except the telegraphers are received by the local superintendent and the under officials. Simply because the other committees are backed up by a solid organization. If we want our com- mittee respected by our employer and our wages increased we must build up our organization and tne sooner we accomplish this the better for us. Let every member take a personal interest and line up the nons. By this method and only this we can win. Send me a few notes boys. It will be greatly appreciated. J. O. Cope, Cert. 328, Sallisaw, Okla. Union Pacific R. R. Nebraska Division , Third and Fourth Districts — Everyone seems well pleased with the new schedule. Let each one attend strictly to his duties in every way, and show the officials that it is appreciated, and it will be much easier for the committee, when it goes before the manage- ment again, to obtain a new schedule in the future. Bio. Ging has been elected to serve for an- other two years as local chairman. He is a “live wire,” and will serve us faithfully in the future as in the past. Bro. G. A. Wellman has resigned Chappell agency and gone to California with the Southern Pacific, relieved by Bro. Petty until Bro. O. V. Hollen was assigned, who later gave it up, and Andy Becker is there now pending assignment. Bro. T. W. Petty is relieving Bro. E. P. Waplcs at Brule. Bro. Andrew Ewing, second Ogalalla, is on a three months’ layoff for his health, relieved by Bro. C. C. Fine. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1033 O’Fallon’s is on bulletin. R. M. Copeland, who went there pending assignment, was relieved a few days by F. M. Burch, helper from Paxton. Bro. Asa Martin, of the Duck Pond, bid in second Lexington. We now have continuous double track from Omaha to Sidney. M. P. 410 and the office west of Lodge Pole are closed. Bro. Goldie, Dunbar, of the former office, is relieving Bro. Taylor, third Archer. Lodge Pole is now a day-and-night office. Bro. E. C. Crandal, agent and first trick; Bro. O. V. Hollen, second, and Bro. Jim Becker, third. Bro. F. H. Mattocks, Kimball, was off several days, seeing the sights in Denver and visiting friends in Blue Springs, Kan. Bro. T. D. Pyle, off thirty days on account of the death of his father, has returned to third Julesburg. The new patent coal chutes at Julesburg are a great improvement over the old ones, which are being torn down. Bro. Ging was a delegate for the district Cozad to Archer at the recent Baltimore convention. Cert. 693. Kansas Division — Bro. E. T. Anderson is back at Junction City after a severe attack of measles. Bro. A. E. Owens, Wamego, is off on leave. Bro. Alexander, Silver Lake, who is on vaca- tion, bid in Lillis station. Bro. G. W. Wright bid in Fostoria station; Bro. Farrell, from St. Mary, bid in Emmett station; Bro. Sewell, from Wakefield, bid. in Delia, and C. I. Kane bid in Grove station. M. R. Dickinson remains at Wini- fred as agent. E. P. DeHart transferred from second Bonner Springs to third Abilene, and Bro. H. D. Johnson, third Topeka, assigned to Yoccmento agency. Bro. Kennedy, third Linwood, is on leave, sup- posedly on a wedding trip. Sister Davis, agent Menonken, is on leave owing to the serious illness of her son with typhoid fever. Bro. Shaw was relieved at St. George by Bro. Tyrl. Bro. J. M. Brown bid in third Solomon, re- lieved by E. W. Schaeffer on third Onaga. Bro. R. R. Hill, from the Colorado Division, relieved Bro. Zodak, Randolph Hook, while he attended the grand division at Baltimore. Bro. C. H. Pumphrey transferred from Bunker Hill station to Barneston. Bro. R. D. Campbell, Lincoln Center, bid in Beverly station again. Bro. F. H. Blanton, from Green, assigned to Holmesville station, and F. T. Walker, Blue Rap- ids, to Bonner Springs second. Chief Dispatcher H. L. Brownson on vacation, relieved by Dispatcher J. E. Johnson. Bro. Ben Doyle was looking over Kansas City recently, after five years’ residence in Nevada. He is now agent for the Southern Pacific at Mon- tello, Nev., and wears a ’’safety first” button. We must use every effort to get in the non- members on this division, some of whom have made repeated promises to join “pay-day.” About the only thing they seem to take any serious interest in are bids for some job that looks a little better than the one they have, which our agreement with the management makes it possible for them to bid on. It’s about time we let them know what we think of their broken promises. Cert. 38, Temporary Div. Cor. Wyoming Division — Bro. “Shorty” Osborne, of Cheyenne “CY,” has resigned and left for Chicago. Bro. Shotliffe, of Cheyenne “N,” bid in second Buford. Bro. Young, agent Walcott, resigned, Bro. Clark acting, pending bulletin. Recent assignments: Walcott agency, Bro. F. W. Johnson; third Point of Rocks, Bro. W. G. Field; third Tipton, Bro. S. A. Thornhill; second Buford, D. H. Shotliffe. Bro. Klein, first Lookout, is on leave, Bro. Rid- dieu relieving. J. T. Peckenbaugh, a former member of Divi- rion 6, has been appointed chief dispatcher at Sterling, Colo., on the Burlington. Bro. Curtis, Besler, resigned and left for Chi- cago, relieved by Bro. Akers, of Black Buttes. Bro. Miller, third Walcott, is on thirty days’ vacation in the East. Bro. A. P. Mitchell, of Laramie, resigned and gone West, relieved by Bro. C. W. Alexander. Several “futurists” have developed among the “bug artists” on the Wyoming Division, and are causing considerable inconvenience and ill-feeling among the receiving operators by mistaking ineffi- ciency for expression. Those who can not use a “bug” properly should have enough consideration for the receiving operator to go back to the old reliable Armstrong method. Bro. Hiens, temporarily at Ogden, bid in a trick at “NA” Evanston. Bro. J. B. Pennington, of Evanston, is spending his vacation in the East. Bros. Haynes, manager, and “Mark” Hanna, operator Green River, have resigned and gone to California. Bro. Johnson, at “CY” Cheyenne, for quite a long time, bid in Walcott agency. Bro. R. M. Denny, of Rock River, while in Laramie recently, visited the State University museum, and is now searching the hills around “CK” for specimens of Prof. Reed's famous dinosaurs. Certain agents are letting their incompetent students do the telegraphing and feel offended because the operators haven’t the time to waste on them. Bros. Gardner and Dunn, fishing in Dale Creek recently, reported a fine catch. Mr. Bosenbcrger, from the C. & E. I. in Illi* nois, is on third Boric tower pending bulletin. Bro. Spivey, of Mississippi, now on third Her- mosa, has transferred from Division 32 to Divi- sion 6. Digitized by Google

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1034 The Railroad Telegrapher. Wanted — More notes for the next write-up, es- pecially from the west end. Bro. Clark, after being relieved on second Wal- cott by Bro. Hortdn, relieved Bro. Young, agent Walcott, and later relieved Bro. Miller on third Walcott temporarily. Bro. Horiskey attended the Grand convention at Baltimore. Bro. J. P. Richardson, third Rawlins, has re- signed and gone into the wireless service on the Pacific Coast. Bro. Webber, agent Knight, on vacation, was located by the chief and called back, owing to the shortage of men. The Telegrapher of December, 1902, gives the “Cash on hand in M. B. D. Department on No- vember 30, 1902, $107,155.20.” Feb. 28, 1913, the “Cash on hand in M. B. D. Department is $1,262,573.95.” When we consider that this money can not be touched except in the payment of death claims , it certainly looks as though our M. B. D. Department was on the “sure nuff” solid basis. Thanks to those who furnished notes. Come again. Div. Cor. Canadian Pacific Ry. Alberta Division, District Two — The regular monthly meeting at Calgary on March 30th was attended by G. T. Jackson, local chairman; Bros. Wilson, McGhee, Duke, Dowd, Black, Otto, Knox, Dowler, Longpre, Ryerson, Krickson, Lucas, Summerhays, Taylor, Mcllveen, Thompson, Sutherland, Ross, Wick, Johnson, Mil- ler and McKenzie. Several matters of interest were discussed, and two applications for member- ship were accepted. Bro. E. J. Taylor bid in Strathcona; Bro. Fred Bye, Millet; Bro. Kent, Innisfail; Bro. Finklc, Wetaskiwin, and Bro. Pribbernow, F.rskine — all agencies. Bro. Peterson, Camrose days, has gone to Flor- ida on sick leave, and will visit New York on his way back; relieved by Bro. Gough, dispatcher from Farnham, Que. Bro. D. F. Green transferred from Blackfalds pit to Daysland nights. Bro. Ryerson bid in Coronation days, vice Bro. Thoroughman to Veteran agency. Bro. Hider bid in Ohaton agency, relieved at Camrose nights by Bro. Houston, since resigned, relieved by Bro. Pearce, from Banff nights. Bro. J. Douglas, agent Camrose, attended the Shriners’ meeting at Edmonton. Bro. Lamb opened the new agency at Consort. He will feel like he is on the homestead until wires arc cut in. Bro. A. G. Fox has resumed the agency at Stettler, after an absence of several weeks, under- going an operation. We are glad to see him back at the old stand again. General sympathy will be felt for Bro. J. A. McGhee in the loss of his sister, who was acci- dentally burned to death recently. Our highly-esteemed local chairman, Bro. G. T. Jackson, was our delegate to the Baltimore con- vention. Drv. Cor. Lake Superior Division, Chalk River to Soo, Dis- trict One — • Boys, let us all write a few lines every month and send to Bro. Quick at St. Louis all the inter- esting matter we can in regard to this part of the line, giving names of places instead of calls. Bro. Vincent got “SN” days, and Bro. Walsh “VC” days. Bro. Dudley, who went for a trial to “RY’, ’ went back to “V” after two .weeks. Bro. M. L. Watt moved from “AD” to “V,” and later to “RG.” Be sure to advise our local chairman of any vacancies not bulletined, so he can see that we get our rights. Cert. 2435 New York Central R. R. U’ ester n Division — - The regular April Rochester meeting was held at the appointed time, with an exceptionally good turnout both morning and evening. This was due to the fact that the committee was to go before the officials the following week for an adjustment of the wage schedule, and interest in the bill in the State Senate at Albany, which has since been passed, signed by Governor Sulxer. and is now a part of the State law which gave us the eight-hour day. For the introduction of this bill in the assem- bly we are indebted to Assemblyman Dorst, of Erie County, who, we understand, formerly was employed as an operator on the West Shore near Buffalo. This bill was an amendment to our State eight-hour law, and provides for two days' relief each month for operators and towennen who arc covered by the eight-hour law. The full text of the amendment appeared in the April Telegrapher. Assemblyman Dorst should receive a vote of thanks from every division of the O. R. T. in the State, and also from the railroads. They may not think zo just at first, for they are prone, as Governor Sulzer says, to “put the dollar ahead of the man,” and this is what they have done heretofore in refusing us time off without loss of pay. A man becomes a mere machine if com- pelled to work every day in the year without any break whatever in the daily grind. Perhaps, after the company has had a little experience with the relief “novelty,” they will appreciate it at its true value, and (say it softly) some broad-minded official may say to himself, “If two days are good, why should not four be better, and, of course, being a high official, he will immediately send forth his lieutenants, and, lo! the railroad teleg- rapher will have conditions somewhat approaching the department-store clerk and the lordly book- keeper. Doesn’t it brace you up to think of it for a minute? Surely it does. I understand there is a bill in the House of Representatives Digitized by

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1035 at Washington providing for a day off a week for railroad employes. Write your representative and your senator about it. Bro. W. P. Mansell, our local chairman, was called home from the convention at Baltimore by the death of his aged father at Corfu, N. Y. Bro. Mansell has the sympathy of every man on the road in his loss. We have not had a full report from the com- mittee yet, but it is generally understood that class A towers will receive a $3.50 raise, making them $76; class B pay $71, and class C $69. You may have full details before this reaches you. Some of the men who have denied us their help in the past arc old in the service and can recol- lect when conditions were such that no telegrapher of today would stand for them a minute. Wages have increased from $30 a month to an average of about $70 at the present time, not taking into account the change from twelve to eight hours without loss of compensation, which was accom- plished entirely through the influence of the Order. Any man who is not in good standing by July 31st will have to produce some strong arguments to convince good Order men that he is entitled to their respect. Come out to meetings — that’s where we’re lame. S. A. M. Hudson Division — At the meeting, April 15th, there were about fifty out. It would be fine if we could have as many out each meeting, and there is no reason why we should not. It is now Bro. Sweeney at Stockport station, who has just been married and is away on his honeymoon. Congratulations. Recent assignments were: Mr. Poplet, extra third “HB;” Mr. Archer, extra third “VO;” Bro. Huddleston, second “HN.” Block towers — Bro. Schofield, third S. S. 48; Bro. Lyons, third S. S. 45, and third 51 to extra block man from Rhinecliff. Bro. Truesdell is on third S. S. 48 until Bro. Schofield is changed to that trick. Bro. Tinney has passed the wire test and is now on first “BK,” vice Bro. Bumster, on account of his health. We sincerely hope he will Soon be back with us. Bro. A. A. Smith, on a trip to Rochester, was re- lieved by Bro. Quinn, and he by Bro. Fay, from Peekskill. Bro. W. E. Colwell, third S. S. 91, off for eye test, relieved by Bro. Sheffer, from Germantown. Bro. J. H. Allardice, second S. S. 91, on vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. Boucher. During the high water while no trains were running on this division between Hudson and Albany, Bro. Boucher covering first S. S. 87, vice Bro. Taylor, unable to get there, was re- lieved by Mr. Trowbridge, from Hudson, until after train service was resumed. Ex-Bro. Morris bid in second S. S. 87. We need him back in the fold again. One of you brothers give him a set of blanks. Bro. P. Jacobs, first S. S. 79, is seriously ill at his home. We all hope for his speedy recov- ery. Bro. Taylor, who was injured by blast at S. S. 87 January 29th, is getting along fine and ex- pects to be back to work soon. The dispatcher’s phone is now used part of the time by the first and third trick dispatchers, but the second trick dispatcher does not use it. The phone is all right, but it can not take the place of the wire. Our notes did not reach St. Louis in time to appear in the convention number. The general committee, in session with the management, adjourned May 10th, and our local chairman, Bro. Fraleigh left the next day for the Baltimore* convention. He certainly did good work, and is to be warmly commended for it. Every position for which he asked a raise re- ceived it. S. S. 68 and 84 were advanced to class A; S. S. 63, 71 and 74 were advanced to class B, and S. S. 50 to class A-i. The total increase per month amounts to $622.50 for the towers and $162.30 for the stations; total, $784.80 per month, $9,417.60 per year. This was the second highest amount of money that any chairman received. With this new raise and the two days going into effect, each man along the line, both stationmen and signalmen should endeavor to give the company the best service they are capa- ble of. Bro. Fraleigh says he had the best of times at the convention, and that Baltimore is “some city.” Governor Sulzer has signed the amendment to the eight-hour law, which allows the towermen on our division two days off each month. This means a great deal to men who have been work- ing 365 days each year, and the sooner it goes into effect the better for us. The boys will probably have another chance to show their appre- ciation to the Governor. Bro. E. Cahill, ieverman S. S. 59, was off two days recently on account of the marriage of his son. The regular May meeting was postponed until Saturday, May 24th, on account of our chairman’s absence. It will soon be Bros. Holmes and Dunn at the Poughkeepsie ticket office. This will make the office solid. P. Burns and H. Stickles will also soon be brothers. The three men at S. S. 68 are receiving the back pay due them on account of the change in classification of their tower. This amounts to something like $20 each. There are three happy boys at “RF.” Bro. Ilaug, third S. S. 62, off two days sick, was relieved by Bro. Everett. The bids closing May xoth showed four telegraph towers and four block tower; open for bid. l’ru. J. P. Colwell, off for a few days on ac- count of death in his family, was relieved by Bro. W. A. Smith, and Bro. W. E. Colwell, acting as pallbearer at tbc funeral of Bro. J. P. ( olwell’s Digitized by Google

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1036 The Railroad Telegrapher. sister-in-law, was relieved by Bro. Sheffrr, from Germantown. Bro. Groupe has just received his official em- blems of the O. R. T. and I. O. O. F., as adver- tised on the last page of The Telegrapher, and says the watch is a dandy. He has received or- ders for four others also. We are glad to hear Bro. Lawlor is with us again. Mr. Stackman, who was injured by the explo- sion January 27th, is back again. A. A. S., Div. Cor. Harlem Division — Bro. Rubin, while visiting friends in Boston, was relieved by Bro. Schleider, who later went to the Long Island. We hope our few delinquents will be ready to get an up-to-date when the local chairman calls on them. Brothers, don’t forget our motto, “No card, no favors.” This means “no favors,” and its appli- cation gets results. Bro. Cummings has resigned to go into other business. Mr. Ziegler is now yardmaster of Croton and Harmon, relieved at “CO” agency by George Henry. When a man comes to the division, send his name and location to the local chairman. This will help us in lining up the nons. When you are through with your Telegrapher, send it to some non near you. Bro. Jagger will supply you with all the blanks you need to write up the nons’ applications. If I have failed to call anyone brother entitled to it, let me know, and I will gladly make the correction. One of the New Haven engines burned up re- cently at “BK.” Bro. Collins declines to act as yard clerk at “YX” till 1 2 a. m., besides his agency work, with- out extra compensation. Bro. Fred Borrin has been off sick at Mt. Ver- non, and Bro. Leonard and Mr. Bundy had to double. One of the agents drawing from $125 to $130 a month, who Bro. Fennessy was trying to line up, is willing to join if we will pay his dues(r). Bro. Francis has returned from a six months’ leave. Bro. Leonard was relieved by Bro. Schwartz pending bids. Positions now up for bids are : “PF” third, $70; “HS” second, $75; “DV,” $77.50; “BN” third, $70; “MJ” third, $82.50; “SY” agent, $65; “KO” second, $55; “WM” second, $62.50; “DV” first and third, and “NW” third. “CE,” Div. Cor. Putnam Division — Bro. Boutelle, local chairman, off two weeks attending the national convention at Baltimore, was relieved by Bro. Wall, relief agent, and later by Mr. Ward, who has been appointed agent at Tarrytown Heights. Bro. Sater, second Mount Hope, while visiting his folks in Wisconsin was relieved by Bro Murphy. Bro. Dunning bid in second Kitchawan. No bids received on Van Cortlandt Park agency, and Miss Peterson is still in charge. Bro. Crane, second East View, < ff ten days visiting friends and relatives in Vermont, was relieved by Bro. Tuttle. Bro. Reedy, second Pocontico Hills, was takes to the hospital, having hurt bis eye while cutting wood. We are glad to learn that he will not lose the sight. He was relieved by Bro. Etrever, from Millwood, which was closed as a block after 3 p. m. for a few days. We regret to hear of the seriousness of Bro. Cuddy’s illness, who was taken to the hospital for an operation on his head. He is improving, but it will be some time before he can resume work. His position as agent at Mahopac has been temporarily advertised pending his return. The members of our general committee who have been in conference with the officials revising our schedule had to postpone its conclusion to attend the Baltimore convention. “Boomer.” CARD OF THANKS. We wish to convey to the members of Division No. 8, and also to the Ladies’ Auxiliary, our sincere appreciation for the beautiful floral trib- utes at the death of our little son. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Stxnaro. West Shore R. R. River Division — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward the beloved son of our brother, J. D. Van Gassbeek; in manifestation of our grief and fra- ternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of River Division, No. 8, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing brother and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for pub- lication. W. L. Darbee, W. Decker, A. C. Wood, Committee. Motion R. R. The rush being over, Mr. Bowden was sent to “HU,” but did not go to work. Is is now Bro. Mathers. The boys are “coming across” nicely, and we are nearing the 100 mark now. Boys, a revision of the schedule can be had for the asking. The committee is willing, the time i* Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1037 ripe, and all it needs is our hearty support. Come out to the meetings and let us know how many are going to stick when we go up. We have been having meetings at various places from time to time for this very purpose. Arrangements are going to be made for a joint meeting of “The Monon” and the “Big Four” boys at Crawfords- ville soon, and if it proves a success we will probably hold more joint meetings at other points. Boys, come out to these meetings and get ac- quainted with each other. It will do you good in many ways. The officials are kind enough to stop the fast passenger trains at any point to let the boys off. We must wake up and get busy if we expect to better our conditions. L. D. Wood, Local Chairman. Norfolk & Western Ry. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to remove from this earthly sphere our beloved brother, C. P. Hudson; and Whereas, We realize that the Order of Railroad Telegraphers has lost one of its oldest and truest members; therefore be it Resolved, That Norfolk & Western System. Division 14, extend its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family in their hour of sorrow; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to his family, a copy spread on the minutes of this division, and a copy sent to The Teleg- rapher for publication. W. A. T. Overstreet, R. G. Gardner, C., I. Kerr, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Rural Retreat, Va., April 24, 1913- To the Members of Division 14: We wish to express our sincere thanks to the brothers and officials of Division 14 f°r *he beautiful floral tribute and the kindness and sympathy shown us at the time of our dear husband and father’s death. Mrs. C. P. Hudson and Family. Michigan Central R. R. Bro. Virgo, second days at Niles, is recuper- ating on the farm at Mattawan, relieved by Bro. Butler, first nights there, and he by Bro. Martin, of Barron Lake nights, closed on account of no men. Fabius nights was also closed several nights for the same reason while Bro. Hartung was sick. Bro. Wilbur, agent Union City, has resigned to enter the auto business at Jackson. Chief Clerk Freeland, of Dowagiac, secured the position after Bro. Poulson, from Gables, relieved by Teleg- rapher Sliter had looked it over and decided he did not want it. Bro. Hickey, first nights Lake Shore Jet., has resigned and gone with the Jackson Gas Co. Position bid in by Bro. Lutes, second nights. Union City, relieved on bid by Bro. Wolcott, relieved on first nights there, on bid by Bro. “Bill” Shoemaker, from Eaton Rapids days. Bro. Wolcott will be able to go fishing oftener now. Bro. Brown, local chairman and delegate, while in Baltimore attending the convention, was re- lieved by Bro. Miller, at Hanes tower days, re- lieved on second nights by Bro. Hickey, and he on first nights, by relief operator Bro. McEl- downey. * Bro. Culkins, general chairman, while at the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Bro. Leavy, first nights Albion tower, and he by Mr. Hart, a new man. Bro. Butler, first nights Niles, was off a few days on account of illness, was relieved by Bro. Martin, of Barron Lake nights. Bro. “Jack” Phillips’ air hose is getting a great deal of publicity in the papers. It appears to be a great invention. Perhaps we may all be work- ing for “Jack” before long. We hope it will be adopted. Bro. Ed. Wholllian, while making his way freight trips recently, was relieved by Bro. Carter. Bro. Floyd Wicks, after completing his way freight trips, relieved Bro. Cummins, on Main Line second, owing to sickness in his family. Chief Dispatcher Gardner was a visitor here while on his way freight trips. Business during the past winter was about the heaviest this road has ever handled, and we had no storms. It is not quite so heavy now, but will probably pick up soon again. Head-in signals have been installed and the “no order” change will probably soon be made. Another man be put on at Dowagiac, and Parma made a three trick office, and another man per- haps be put on at Augusta also. Bro. Moulton is now on Augusta second, and Bro. J. O. Lindsey has been checked in as agent at Dailey. Bro. Steve Wholihan, off with an abscess in his side, is improving. Mr. Knappler is relieving him. Former Chief Dispatcher W. F. Phillips, at Jackson, now in the lumber business at Niles, was elected mayor of that city this spring. Bro. M. F. Ryan, of Marshall, lost out by a few votes, for mayor of that town. Positions in “SS” Jackson will probably be bul- letined soon. Bro. Mack, of Jackson Jet. first nights, is on the 4:30 p. m. to 2:00 a. m. shift in “SF.” Those tricks at Jackson, Detroit and other terminal offices should be eight hours, as the work is a continual grind from start to finish. Bro. Bitter is on first nights at Jackson Jet., re- lieved at Van Horn by a new man. I would appreciate a little help in these write- r;»s. Bro. Gillett is the only one who sends in anything. I hope the other brothers will send me any news they know of. Bro. M. M. Wilson, agent Middleville, while visiting his father, who was ill in Kalamazoo, was relieved by Bro. Gillett, who also relieved Digitized by Google

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1038 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Heffernon, agent Kendalls, two days while in Detroit on business. After relieving Bro. McMillen, second nights at Nashville, off a few days, he then relieved Bro. Warner, agent Irving, while in Grand Rapids consulting a doctor. Bro. G. W. Wilson, agent Yorkville, after look- ing over L. S. Junction, at Jackson, decided not to bid on it. Understand the M. U. T. line has bought the Allegeny Division from Battle Creek to Allegeny, and will lay a third rail this summer. Bro. Purkey, local chairman for several years on the west end, has resigned. Bro. Bocth, of ”CA” Kensington, succeeds him. Bro. Cady, local chairman on Saginaw Division, resigned on account of leaving the telegraph serv- ice and being promoted to Lansing ticket agency. “CA” Kensington, succeeds him. Bro. Henan, of Michigan City dispatchers of- fice, has been elected by the dispatchers, all of whom are members of the O. R. T., to act as their chairman. He will represent all of the dif- ferent dispatchers’ offices. The night men are anxious to have daylight meetings held for their benefit. Bro. Culkins will no doubt arrange this in the near future. Niles and Jackson would both be good places to hold them alternately. Find out if the extra man at your station has a card, and if not, start him thinking about join- ing the Order. They usually join as soon as they get a payday or two. Our membership is always pretty near the too per cent mark. Brothers, if you .get any news, drop me a line at Niles, or tell me on the wire. I desire to thank Bro. Gillett for his assistance. J. F. N., Div. Cor. Saginaw and Mackinaw Division — Bro. L. R. Porter, of Saginaw, is relieving Bro. (I. H. Stokes, at “Dr* Bay City, relieving the dis- patchers while making their way freight trips. H. A. Adams, “DI,” while off sick was relieved by Mr. Rainey, a new mao. Chief Dispatcher and Dispatcher Bro. Woodruff are up on the Black River after the speckled beauties. No doubt we will hear of some marvelous catches on their re- turn. Bro. G. H. Robertson, of Bay City “WS,” is visiting his old home in Canada, relieved by Bro. W. J. Stokes. Bro. F. J. Reaume, third Gaylord, bid in third Mackinaw City, vice Bro. Mead, who gets first there. Bro. Prohaska, third West Branch, was recently married. Congratulations. Bro. H. A. Ramsey relieved on first Millington two weeks. Bro. R. M. Gordon, Sterling, on a fishing trip to Roscommon recently, had very good luck (catching the train for home). It is now Bro. Allen, at Frederic, Bro. Kellogg, at Gladwin, Bro. Castonguay at Linwood. and Bro. DeBar at Bach. We are glad to see these boys line up and help to pay for the benefits t key re ceive. I wish the boys on the Saginaw Division vovu : send in a few news items each month. It’s bard to catch on to what’s going on on that divis or, away up here in the woods, and we all appreciate what’s going on down there. Bob. Pennslyvania R. R. Lines, East. Baltimore Division — The convention is now a matter of history and all those who attended will remember that they sat with the largest body of railroad telegraphers ever assembled. The legislation enacted was of a progressive character and will redowtx to the interest of the railroad telegraphers all over this broad land. The report of the President and the Grand Secretary and Treasurer shows that great prog- ress has been made during the past two years on the many different roads that have enjoyed sched- ules. The committee on arrangements certainly done itself proud the way it handled the different en- tertainments. The delegates left our city feeling that they had been royally entertained and the memories of Baltimore and the pleasant time will linger with them. Many of the boys from this division attended the convention and were delighted to see just what the Order of Railroad Telegraphers was. They returned to their respective duties, feeling that it was an honor to be a member of an organiza- tion that has done so much for the uplift of our fellow men. The vacation season is on and the extra men are busy. Several of the young men have already handed in their applications showing that they ap- preciate the organization. It is now time to remit your dues. Do so promptly so that the work of organization will move along nicely and the attention of the local chairman can be directed in looking up new mem- bers instead of calling upon you to pay your dues. Respond promptly. So we can show a good mem- bership by June 30th. Each member should make it his duty to get in some non and the work of organization will go forward rapidly. President Wilson said if there was more than one president he would form a union. Stick to your union, boys, because all the working class has ever been able to secure has been gotten through the union. “Tommy.” CARD OF THANKS. Ely, Pa., May 12, 1913. The family of the late Josiah Beshore wish to extend their thanks to the members of the O. R. T. on the Baltimore Division for the beatiful floral design and words of comfort in their bereavement. Yours fraternally, R. A. Strasbocgh. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1039 Williams port and Susquehanna Divisions — We have had a steady growth despite the fierce opposition we have had to contend with, but there is work yet to be done and every member must do his or her part in bringing in the desirable nons. Your local chairman is not the whole machinery. Bro. Grieb is always willing to do his part and has done wonders with the aid of his loyal assistant local chairman, but there is still work for you to do among your fellow co- laborers. It was a great disappointment indeed to Bros. Grieb and Dieffcnderfer, your delegate and alter- nate, in not being able to attend the Baltimore con- vention. They did all they could to get relieved, but without avail. Let us hope that they did more good to the membership by being denied this privilege than by being granted leave of absence, as it will be arf “eye-opener” for the men to get a hustle on. The following statement made by Bro. W. H. Cord, local chairman of the Knoxville division of the Southern Railway is quoted to show you the difference between the attitude of different offi- cials: “One of our division officials stated recently that an employe who accepted the benefits gotten at the expense and efforts of his feltowman with- out showing his appreciation and helping pay the bill was not loyal to his craft, and a man who was not loyal to his own Order would not be loyal to the company.” “Since the telegraphers and sta- tion agents were organized, especially the last three or four years, the general manager of this sys- tem states that the service has improved greatly, and our organization has brought about this im- provement.” “Some years ago he told the com- mittee it was up to these men to aid the com- pany in building up the road — and they have done it.” These statements will bear investigation by the officials of the “Pennsy.” They have no more loyal set of men and no more conservative set of men in their employ than the telegraphers. By seeing their committees and doing business in a harmonious way would reveal the fact that they are worthy of such treatment. Men may have to sacrifice their positions that others may have their desires gratified, but remember the O. R. T. is here to stay and long after our lips cease to speak and our eyes close forever here, others will stand ready to grasp the flag of O. R. T.-ism as it falls from our hands. There is nothing nobler than to know you have done something to assist your fellowman along the great pathway of life. Let those who are doing all they can to tear down the flag of freedom remember that “God is not mocked and whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap.” Bro. C. E. Dersham spent his relief day with his parents and friends at Mifflinburg, Pa. Bro. Posey Lustig spent his vacation with his parents at York and among friends at Williams- port and New’bcrry. Bro. Joe Schlotman, who has been off sick since December 16th last, is now out and around, but not yet able to work. He is one of our staunchest members, and we all hope to soon hear of him back at work again. Bro. E. L. Cowden, of “GO,” recently returned from his much needed vacation. Bro. W. H. Keback, of Dalmatia, is being in- structed on the violin by Prof. Rothermel, of Sun- bury. “Bill” is some violinist. Bro. A. Wetzel has purchased a Ford roadster. There is talk of moving the telegraphers from “VI” tower to the P. & R. tower, Sunbury, ac- count of the Shamokin division trains crossing over from the yard to westward main track between “P” tower and “VI” tower. Bro. F. W. Wetzel and wife spent his relief day with his brother-in-law at Mendota. “Steve." IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has deemed it best to call to the great beyond the beloved wife of our brother S. H. Young. In manifestation of our fraternal sympathy be it, Resolved , That the members of Williamsport and Susquehanna Division, Penna. R. R. System Divi- sion No. 1 8 Order of Railroad Telegraphers, ex- tend to the sorrowing brother their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in his bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, z copy spread on the minutes of the division, and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. A. C. Grieb, C. S. Dieffenderfer, J. N. Sponsler, Committee. Elmira Divtsion-- Local Chairman Elliott and Bro. V. J. Youmans our delegate and alternate to the Baltimore con- vention, were unable to attend, as the company claimed no one could be relieved at that time on account of a “shortage of men.” Therefore they were compelled to remain at their posts. It was a great disappointment for them. They had plan- ned much on going as relief has seldom been re- fused to any one giving reasonable notice at this time of the year. Many of the offices are now solid O. R. T. If your office can not show as much, make a big ef- fort to make it so. It is now Bros. T. F. Hurton, J. T. Smith, R. C. McCarthy, R. B. Donahue, 31. G. Furman, R. L. Martin, W. A. Carr and G. H. Goodman. There are more coming soon. Just watch us grow. Bro. H. G. Furman, although not now engaged in railroad work is a full-fledged member. We understand Bro. C. H. Cayward is giving boxing lessons and judging from the “eclipse” of one of the worthy brother’s optics we take it that at least one of the scholars has proved himself an apt pupil. Digitized by Google

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1040 The Railroad Telegrapher. A number of our telegraphers have formed a baseball team and the report already in seems to indicate their ability. The telegraphers are wide awake. Note the leg- islation recently in their behalf. All hail to Governor Sulzer! The hardest working official “York State” ever had. The Pennsylvania boys will get their ‘‘jingles” twice a month now and the ‘‘pickin’’ will be easy. The smiling face of Bro. Jones of “Cross Roads” can be counted on at every meeting. We are look- ing forward to the launching of a division of the Ladies’ Auxiliary when we will have the “wim- min folks” also. What became of our $75.00 minimum? Boys join the club. Write Bro. Phillips at Horseheads for a “ticket.” We throw all the good things in. We have started on a campaign of thorough or- ganization and want every member to display a little ambition in an endeavor to get that non next to you. “1776.” Renovo Division — In the last two months a dozen or more new members joined the Order on this division and some of them are right after the nons already. Our division has also been enriched by several staunch members from other lines, to whom we extend a warm welcome. Among these is Bro. Hicks, formerly of Mix Run, who is familiar with conditions on the C. P. R. R., where the teleg- raphers are to a man solid O. R. T., even the dispatchers and division operators. The brother states that a non would not be permitted to walk the track over there, let alone stick his face inside a telegraph office. The Journal going to press for the May num- ber earlier than usual due to the convention, we were unable to get a report of the Kane meeting to headquarters in time for that issue. The meet- ing was a complete success. Nearly all of the old stand-by’s were present, and all felt that it was good to be there. Bro. Arendt of Foxburg, addressed the meeting, his subject being, “What are our needs?” His talk was right to the point, and was gladly received by all. Come again brother, when convenient to attend. Wc understand from our division operator that all our salaries were to be adjusted, but only six or seven offices were granted a 5 per cent increase. Offices which deserved a readjustment were passed over. Instead of those slighted be- coming disgusted with the O. R. T., however, especiallly the fair sex, it has only increased their determination to join us. Since the circular letter came out regulating the use of automatic sending machines there has been an absence of a lot of this sending. If they can not be properly adjusted, and the sending is not plain, they are barred from use, and none can be used at all without the authority of the division operator. A few of the men are not giving as good serv- ice as the company requires, which is both to their own detriment and our benefit. Sleeping on duty will not be tolerated and those who will not kzt awake deserve the sentence given them. Care- lessness and unsatisfactory service and using the wire for conversation and improper language surely result in being disciplined. The new time table in effect May 25th, gim os two new passenger trains, one between Kane and Krie, and a milk train between Renovo and Err porium, for Buffalo. There are also slight changes in the' time of other trains. Instead of one cojj only being to each office, every telegrapher, has received one, which has blank pages for tl? posting of special instructions issued from time to time. Speed signaling is the latest device to be in stalled on the entire system at all interlocking offices, making more work for telegraphers. Where there arc three arms on the mast, the upper arm gives permission to run 60 miles per hour to the next block station; the middle arm, 30, and the lower arm, 15 miles per hour, at stations where there are two arms, the upper is 60 and the lower 1 5 miles per hour. The upper board is given is connection with a clear block, and the two lower with a green block. The man who railroads five years from now ought to be able to do most anything. He will have to be a walking encyclopedia and an elec- trical and signal expert. We asked an engineer a short time ago how much he could save a year above all expenses, including vacation and the lit- tle luxuries of shows, lectures, etc., and he said he could put a thousand dollars in the bank. Hand me the smelling bottle! Saves more money than we get altogether. Where’s the guy who put the “creases” in our increases? Three message jobs were advertised in “RA” office April 1st. The successful bidders in order were Bros. Thos. H. Dougherty, Luke Griskey. and Bernard J. Kane. Bro. Griskey is filling the morning trick, vacated by Wm. Barrows, extra dispatcher, who resigned. Bro. Wetzler of third “HR” is doing May re lief work .at “RA.” Bro. llenninger is now first at “AK.” Bro. Hoffecker is relieving Bro. Wetzler while lie is doing relief work at “RA.” Bro. O’Brien is erecting a large wigwam at Wistar. The lingo and feathers are all he needs to be a big chief. Miss Beansingcr, of the N. Y. C. is relieving Miss Nora F. Kelly, third “MS,” who is off with a fractured arm. Bro. Kates has gone with the W. J. & S. Mr. Clair, a new man, bid in “HA” third. Bro. M. H. Hall is relieving Bro. Hicoff on ac- count of the sickness of his wife. Bro. M. C. Goodwin, spent his relief day with Bro. A. L. Goodwin at Emporium and Bro. R. F. Frampton, as usual hied to the farm, had ice cream and cake with bis niece on her birthday, and visited with his father at Punxsutawney. Bro. T. A. 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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1041 George Hooley, from the Western Union, has the message job at “AD.” This position will soon need to be put up for bid. Bro. R. E. Rosenkrans, with his family and several friends drove to Elbon and spent his relief day with his brother Frank. A law recently passed requires the company to pay its employes twice a month. We congratulate our brothers on the B. R. & P. Ry., on the recent voluntary 6 per cent raise they recently received bringing their wages up to about the P. R. R. standard, in some cases and in others a little higher. I do not know how the other boys feel about itf but I am in favor of a vacation of twelve con- secutive days a year with pay instead of one day a month. If we want to take a trip, we can then do so, without laying off and losing our pay. We can’t go anywhere one day a month. Talk over this suggestion; find out the sentiment; put it to a vote, refer it to the officials, and have the schedule changed accordingly. What do you want one day a month, or twelve consecutive days a year? Div. Coe. Allegheny Division — There was no write-up from this division in the April Journal, as I was one of the unlucky ones to be tied up on the Salamanca Branch for sev- eral days on account of the flood the latter part of March, and unable to get home and get the items In for publication, and I did not receive any assistance from the brothers and sisters for this write-up. I would urge you to take a more active part in trying to keep up this work. Meetings will be held at different points on the division shortly, and the membership informed as to what took place at the Baltimore con- vention. It was one of the largest conventions ever held in the history of the organization. The brothers and sisters who desire to have their policies changed from a lower rate to a higher one, or to change the names of their bene- ficiaries, can now do so free of cost, where here* tofore a fee of $1.00 was charged for making such changes. We extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the friends and relatives of Bro. Hodge, whose death, after a long illness of tubercular throat trouble, was noted in the last Journal. As he had been at his home for nearly a year, we were under the impression that he was getting along nicely. Bro. C. R. Elliston, while visiting his parents and friends at his home in Kentucky, was relieved by Bro. C. A. A. Snyder. Bro. M. W. Larson, of the Salamanca Branch, was recently married. Congratulations. Cupid seems to be busy up that way, and we under- stand there is soon to be another wedding at Tidioute. Bro. R. V. Robinson is now on third Monterey, and has moved his family there, relieved on Fox- btirg second by W. N. Armfield, second Corydon, who has moved his family to Emlenton, and en- joys a 4-mile walk back and forth to work. Bro. C. E. Lutrell is back on “UN” second, displaced on first Sandy by Mr. Barras. Bro. Linden bid in first River Side Jet., and will move his family to Bradford. Bro. E. G. Wolff bid in third “FD” tower, Ford City; Bro. Wiley first, and John Say second. Bro. Fred Brooks bid in second “WR." Brothers and sisters, let me have your items by the zotb of each month. I will appreciate this help very much. Cert. 18. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father, the supreme Ruler of the universe to call to his reward our brother, D. F. Neese, in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of Allegheny Divi- sion of P. R. R., System Division No. 17, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family and friends, in this their hour of sorrow and sadness, and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, and a copy sent to The Railroad Telegrapher for publication. O. T. Arendt, Emil Marshall, F. P. Murray, Committee. Allegheny Low Grade Division — Business is not very brisk; offices closed as fol- lows: third at “NS,” “MT,” “BU,” “FC” and “CA.” Bro. Cuberry, of Brookville, went to third “GH.” Bro. J. D. Steinbrook, second “HJ,” and Bro. L. D. Cable bid in second Bell. The solid O. R. T. block stations are: “HJ,” two tricks, “AW,” “MY,” “SU,” “GH,” “RK,” “DU,” “YR.” and “DA,” three tricks; “HJ,” “CA.” “NA,” “FR,” “WE,” “FC,” “BU,” and “NS,” and Bell, two tricks solid; “BA” and “OD” 1 2-hour tricks solid.. This will give you a pretty good idea of what is going on here. Our extra men are about all up-to-date, and we propose to stay with it until we win. Everybody keep paid up. Read the O. R. T. Journal and see what other divisions are doing. No cards, no thanks or favors. Cert. 1913. Monongahela Division — The new bridge crossing the Monongahela River at West Brownsville Jet., has been completed, and put in service, and considerable changes made in yard and tracks. “WB” office was moved north of “GX” to a point near Kinder Mine, and “GX” closed, causing considerable displacing of men. Bro. Koop, first “GX,” goes to first “WB,” vice Banks to first “BF,” vice phone operator Vercoe to third “SC,” vice Reed to second “SC,” vice Powers off on account of sickness. Bro. Hendricks, second “GX,” to second “WB,” vice Smith to third “BD,” vice Howard to second Digitized by Google

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1042 The Railroad Telegrapher, “FO.” Bro. Donovan, third “GX,’’ to third “WB,” vice Stratton to second “FJ,” vice phone operator Weinrich to second “BZ,” vice phone operator Morgan to extra list. Bro. Stover, local chairman, and Bro. Roberts, attended the Baltimore convention. The former was relieved by Mr. Gouchnour, and the latter by Mr. McCormick. Sister Fuester is spending her vacation at Galveston, Texas, Bro. Flegal re- lieving. Bro. Kasten relieved Bro. Adler spending a few days in West Virginia. Extra Dispatcher Cartwright was relieved while on second in dispatcher’s office by Mr. McCor- mick. Dispatcher Eagan relieved the dispatchers at “PA,’’ “AY,” and “WJ.” Mr. Bowen, Shire Oak yards nights, was absent a few days on account of his brother being killed in the explosion of the Cincinnati mine. Dispatcher Kaven, while relieving Dispatcher Kelly on first “PA,” was relieved on second “PA” by Extra Dispatcher Holla way. The call at “WB” dispatcher’s office has been changed to “WJ,” also message office at “WJ,” day and night 12 hours each. Gov. Tener has put his signature to the two- week-pay law, so after July r, 1913. wc will be receiving our money twice a month. It is rumorerl around since the new changes in West Brownsville Jet. yard, that the round house and machine shops will shortly be moved south of the Monongahela River, and that there will soon be an electric interlocking plant installed near this point. Cert. 1583. Trenton Division, Lolucr End - The rates to join are: June, $5.^5; July, $9.00. From now on every member in good standing will receive $1.00 commission on each new member secured. Brothers get busy with the nons. This is easy money for all who have a little push in them, and are interested in the welfare of the Order. J. H. Austin. A. L. C. NOTICE. To all Members Trenton Division, Lower Ends: Bro. Geo. C. Lockwood, No. 104 Tyler street, Trenton, N. J., has been appointed correspondent vice Bro. H. J. Reeves assigned local chairman, agents department. J. II. Austin, Jr.. Assistant Chairman. Never since the Order was organized on this division of the P. R. R. has there been such a sentiment among the boys to stand by the O. R. T. to assist the local chairman to the best of their ability. This is expressed in every brother’s countenance and the way applications are coming in is certainly encouraging. The few delinquents we hope will soon show their manly principle and pay up. We are bound to win, as our case is a just one, and right will prevail. Brothers, keep after the few nons left as they need us and we need them. The majority of them are almost persuaded to come in and they are all good fellows. Brothers on this end please mail all the news and changes you can to Bro. Lockwood at Trenton by the 20th. This will enable him to get them to the editor in time for the next month’s journal. Some good meetings will be held in Trenton right along that will bring good results as we will have an array of able speakers, who will give us a good talk that will be thoroughly enjoyed by all who attend. Superintendent Caughlin x spent a few days at Burlington, N. J., recently with his parents. Bro. L. A. Lyons was recently initiated into the Mt. Holly Woodmen of the World. Bro. J. II. Austin and wife spent an enjoyable three day’s’ at the Baltimore convention. Meeting with such a representative body of union teleg- raphers was certainly inspiring. Their only dis- appointment was that they were obliged to return before the time fixed by the committee of arrange- ments for the trip enjoyed by others through the courtesy of the officials of the B. & O. R. R. over that line to Washington, D. C., and return. Stay close to your jobs as marker tests arc be- ing made singly at each office. I understand the services of the so-called “safety committee,” is soon to be dispensed with. It was reported recently that the offices on the Trenton branch “were to be given an increase.” The truth of the matter is that a petition signed by each man on the Trenton branch was taken to the general manager’s office at Philadelphia person- ally by Messrs. Wright and Callihan. Now boys the best way is for every man to stay <»n his job, especially the third trick men and the officials will then have no cause for complaint. The “crack shot” of the Eleventh Ward of Trenton says he saw “several kinds of wild ani- mals lately near Rusling,” so wc prohably have a tale-bearer on the Trenton branch. Mr. Dann, first Stanwick, bid in second Borden town. John Hartman, who bid in first “BO,” is still at “DS” Camden. H. M. Smith, “CF” Cam den, bid in first “MJ” tower, East Burlington, vice W. H. Rec.d. There are some positions on this division vacant over six months that should be advertised. Several men would like to have them. Bros. Reeves and Smith, of Edgewater Park, arc about ready to start farming. Brothers turn out to the meetings better and make things interesting. You can certainly get there once a month. “NW” Robbinsvillc and “RI” Riverton are solid as a rock. Bro. Kehoe took in the sights in Philadelphia re- cently. Bro. Killman has returned from South Amboy end to Mt. Holly. We arc glad to see him back. Brothers keep your local chairman posted on all the doings. And keep up your interest in the Order. Digitized by Google

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1043 The Railroad Telegrapher. The name of “non*’ is a great disgrace To have it staring one in the face. How nons can stand it has me beat. How a man can be a non and able to sleep. And dream of the benefits enjoyed each day. Through the efforts of the O. R. T. But they are doing this every day And always looking for more pay, With a conscience apparently free. Div. Cor. West Jersey and Seashore Division — The convention is over and it was the greatest one we ever had. Those who failed to visit Bal- timore while it was in session missed the mag- nificent spectacle of a large body of intelligent men assembled on the floor of the convention legislating for brothers and nons alike. I understand the Erie management has given notice of a decrease in the telegraphers’ salaries on that road, on account of the telephones being in- stalled. Let us all pay up our dues like men at once and help to thoroughly organize this division so we will be in a position to avoid such a calam- ity here. After a brakeman is on the road six months he joins his craft and stays with it. He don’t drop out with some flimsy excuse when it is time to pay dues. That’s why they are able to do things. Take more interest in the organization work, and attend the meetings regularly where you will learn what is going on. We have elected a man of in- tegrity as chairman. He is working hard, but can not do it all. We must support him to the fullest extent to bring about the conditions we are striving for. Then things will come our way. We arc in the right and right will prevail. Bro. M. Sofronsky of Sea Isle City has been nursing a bad carbuncle. Chas. Warwick of Collingswood has taken Ocean View agency. Having been recently married, his wife will no doubt see that he gets a card as it will be protection for both of them. Bro. B. Lipscher, who bumped Coppage at Wal- lace, then bid in second Lucaston, was bumped from there by Mr. Stewart of Winslow “B“ tower and then bid in second Atco. Later he went home on a ten-day vacation and then to a hos- pital for an operation. We hope this hustling brother will soon be well and back with us again before this reaches you. Bro. J. W. Muessen is now on a farm near Mitchellville, Md. He is a good old scout and keeps his dues up even when he is not working. L. T. Meredith, bumped from relief schedule, bid in Woodbury second, vice Bro. Harry Davis, who bid in the relief job. Bro. E. E. Ringler after taking in the Balti- more convention went on a visit to friends in Virginia. Brothers see that the new men coming on the road get an up-to-date. There is no reason why they should not come with us at once. We understand some tickets were offered on this division to help defray the expense of a cer- tain convention at Harrisburg. We have not beard of any one from this part of the road going to it. The boys on the Reading are to be congratulated on their solid showing. There are a few on the P. R. R., who might as well get in line now. W. E. Cavanaugh, second leverman, Camden Terminal division “X” tower, has gone to At- lantic City with his family owing to the condition of his wife’s health. We hope the change will do her good and that “Cavy” will soon be with us. We hope our new Bro. Milask, will be able to do some good missionary work in his locality. Bro. Jones of Woodbury, goes to “G” Glass- boro, vice Bro. Bowe, who bid in second “HN“ tower, Camden, N. J. Bro. W. W. Carr, Jr., relieved Bro. Nightin- gale, while he was at the convention. We are sorry to learn of the illness of Sister Stratton and hope she will soon be well again. Bro. Stratton has the sympathy of all the boys. Bro. Horner’s wife, who has been sick for some time, we are glad to learn will soon be about again. Bro. Archer is relieving Garry Bostwick at “KN.” Div. Cor. New York, Chicago & St. Louis R. R. Resolutions of Thanks. The following resolutions were passed at the session of the General Committee of System Divi- sion No. 1 8, N. Y. C. & St. L. R. R., held at Gillsey Hotel, Cleveland, Ohio, April 4, 1913: Resolved, That the new General Committee ex- tend its heartfelt thanks to Bro. Crisenberry and Bro. C. F. Mayer for the efficient and untiring service rendered by them, in their responsible positions in the work of the past, and their efforts to accomplish better results and increased salaries, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be furnished Bro. Crisenberry and Bro. Mayer, and a copy als,o be sent to Bro. L. W. Quick, to be published in The Railroad Telegrapher. F. F. Cowley., H. R. Kist, W. R. Briggs, Committee. Chicago District — Through a misunderstanding, I reported Bro. Nichols elected as chairman, and it should have been Bro. Avey, from Osborn. We all wish him success in bis position, and hope he will make things hum. We also wish to thank the retiring chairman, Bro. Criss, who has given us good service and all of his time. We are not going to lose him, however, as he is elected our secretary and treasurer, and I am sure will give us equally as good service in his new position as he did in the old. If we will help these boys out, we can make their work lighter and our membership greater. We should get busy 01. the nons and try to eliminate a few of them. Digitized by Google

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1044 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. 1*. L. Martin, second trick Claypool, is now with the Wabash at Montpelier, Ind. We are elated to hear this, and wish him success. Bro. J. W. Whittkamper, third Knox, is on thirty days’ vacation visiting his father in Okla- homa, relieved by T. H. Collier, a new man. BrO. J. F. Linneman, who bid in second StPny Island, has returned to third Ft. Wayne, vice Mr. Crouse, resigned, to run trains on the Interurban line at South Bend. Bro. C. J. Roth, who bid in first R. I. Jet., is relieving on second Stony Island. Bro. J. F. Ridenour, who bid in “DE” Chicago, had to give it up as his arm would not stand the steady grind there. This puts “DE” on bid again. The ice house at Stony Island was nearly de- stroyed by fire early in May, and a fire in “DS” yard burnt up 44 cars, including seven cars of merchandise. Bro. Shoemaker is very much pleased with' his new position as Chief Clerk to the G. Y. M. There is more money in it than telegraphing. Bro. Art Hamilton was married recently anrl left for some western point. We all congratu- late him and hope he will land a nice job. Quite a few offices were opened recently, and a number of the hoys still wanting a change. Bro. C. J. Roth bid in second Laity; Bro. J. F. Linncman second “FO” Ft. Wayne; Bro. A. T. Hixon middle “FO” Ft. Wayne; Bro. R. J. Dimmit second Claypool; Bro. E. J. Brennan second Knox, and Bro. J. F. Ridenour Hammond days. Get your money to Bro. Criss as soon as pos- sible for a nice, new, up-to-date card. First come, first served. It don’t pay to be without one. Some real nice “boomer” without a card, helped himself to my “bug” recently. He is known. It was a small trick. “No cards, no favors,” Is the best plan, and I hope we will all observe it. Let’s have a meeting at Hammond. Get busy, for those twelve days off with pay, get in your requests early, and take a new card with you. Guy, Cert. 157. Buffalo Division — Bro. J. E. Morris and wife, of North East, have returned from a visit to Bro. Morris’ for- mer home and haunts around Virginia Hot Springs. Bro. G. E. Shover, of Conneaut yard, was re- cently relieved by Mr. Ryan. Mr. Thomas, of the D. & R. G., is relieving Mr. Now, at Conneaut. Bro. Glezen is enjoying an eight-hour trick on second Brocton yard, after the roost at Brocton agency. The boys in “MX” sent Bro. A. C. White, agent Crayton, appropriate telegrams of congrat- ulations enroute on his wedding trip. Bro. C. J. Dow, clerk to Chief Dispatcher, Conneaut, who attended the recent County Cen- tennial Anniversary of the Masonic bodies, at Ashtabula, will shortly visit his mother and ai>ter in Los Angeles, visiting New Orleans and Jaurer enroute. Mr. Crane relieved Mr. Murphy in the Cleve- land general office, on a western trip, who has gone into the real estate business. We wish him success. Bro. Edy, Swanville agency, has gone with the General Electric Co. We wish him great suc- cess. Carl Peffer relieved him pending bulletin. Bro. R. M. Hunt has been promoted from chief clerk to the division superintendent, to the im- portant position of general yardmaster at Buf falo. We all wish him success in straightening out the Buffalo terminals. Bro. Crlsenberry, delegate to the Grand Divi- sion at Baltimore, was a welcome caller at Orin and Conneaut lately. Bro. Soleitzer, third Silver Creek, off recently on account of sickness in his family, was re- lieved by Mr. Engle. Mr. Fowler, of Buffalo Jet., was relieved at Conneaut recently, while attending a funeral, by Bro. Jack Brooks, of Girard. Bro. Fred Nigh, tiring of life, talks of moving to some suburban location. Edna Chapman is at Moorhead agency pending bulletin. We are all pleased to hear that Lineman J. K. Henderson, who has been sick at his home in Conneaut for several weeks, is again out. Jack is a friend of all the boys. Bro. J. II. Swanson is now on second Tifft yard, Bro. Emmcrling going to West Seneca third. “FII,” East Buffalo, is now cut in on this wire, and manned by a good telegrapher whom we hope is up to date. Ce*t. 57. Third District — The meeting at Bellevue, May 16th, was fairly well attended, although we could have accommo- dated a few more brothers from the second dis- trict. We hope the brothers will come out and get in touch with the live members. A live mem- ber in the organization will be attentive to other matters and our employers want men wbo are alive to their personal as well as the company’s interests. It has been suggested, that any of the members who can not attend the meetings (especially the second and third trick men), write a letter to the local chairman or chief telegrapher of the division, giving their views on different matters which they think would be of benefit to the Order or any matter that in any way affects the Order, or whenever they have any motions to offer, making it brief as possible, to still contain the full meaning of such motion, making two copies, one copy to be placed on file with the minutes of the meeting, and the other copy to be returned to the brother making the motion, which copy will show whether carried or not and If not, the reason therefor. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1045 This is a good suggestion, brothers, and would no doubt receive due consideration at the meet- ings, should the brothers who are unable to attend desire to avail themselves of this privilege. This, however, does not apply to members who can, but for some reason do not or will not attend the meetings. Bro. P. D. Russell, agent Old Fort, Ohio, has announced his intention of becoming a candidate for representative to Congress from the 13th Ohio district. Bro. Russell is a straight-forward, clean-cut fellow, and should receive our hearty support in his race for nomination and election which we hope he will gain. He was relieved while on two vveeks’ vacation in Illinois by Bro. R. L. Bowman. Bro. F. E. Kelly, second Green Springs, was relieved a few days by Mr. Murray, while look- ing after his farm, recently purchased near there. Bro. L. Neal, who fell from a semaphore pole and sprained his wrist, after taking a trip through the cast, is back again on third Green Springs Jet. The Pennsylvania R. R. installed three tricks in a tower recently constructed at Bellevue, thus discontinuing the office at “BX” as a joint office with this company, making the business handled at that point much lighter. The third trick was cut off, and Bro. D. P. Kenworthy, who has had it about six years, went to third east end double track at Cleveland. The many friends of the Ken worthy’s regret their departure. Bro. C. R. Walker, third Colby, was off several nights on account of sickness. Bro. R. J. Bowman, relief agent, relieved Bro. C. L. Zimmerman, agent Maple Grove, while on vacation superintending the building of his fine new home. Bro. D. E. Wolfe, third Mortimer, was relieved a few days by C. A. Luden, from Penn., and Bro. A. C. Wagoner, first McComb, on account of the death of his niece, by Mr. Harris, who also re- lieved Bro. A. A. Johnson agent Millers City, while sick. Bro. A. T. Hixon, first Continental, bid in sec- ond middle trick, Ft. Wayne, relieved by Bro. R. Jacobs, and he on second by Mr. Harris. Bro. L. E. Wagoner, third Continental, was relieved several nights on account of the death of his niece, by Bro. Griffith, pending transfer. E. R. Heisey is on second Latty until trans- fer is made to Mr. Roth, on bid. Brothers, line them up. Mr. Linneman bid in second “FO,” Ft. Wayne, third trick copier’s position “DI” on bulletin May nt, has been abolished. C. A. Warner bid in Princeton agency, vice Bro. Warner, who relieved Bro. Leslie on leave, who later resigned. Shinrock closed part of the time recently, no available men. Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton R. R. Second District, South — Business is moving again, and everyone is busy. Trains are running now over the entire line, but we still remember that we had a flood, and have to run carefully over some forty miles of track on account of the new roadbed. A meeting of the committee was called for Phillips’ Hotel, Dayton, Sunday, May 4th, at 10 a. m., but presume Bro. Stenger didn’t “call loud enough,’’ as Bros. Miller and Seithman were the only ones present. The boys have now returned from attending the convention at “dear old Baltimore,’’ and we expect to soon have some “real live meetings.’’ when every brother should try to be present for the good of the cause. Quite a lively meeting was held at The Lima House, Lima, a short time ago, called in the in- terest of the brothers on the Erie Ry. Bro. Newman, of St. Louis, was present, and made the boys a real classy talk along lines interesting to them, and also to a couple of the brothers from Division 21, who were welcomed by the Erie boys. A few more of the same kind, and a lot of the boys will get acquainted with their neighbors. There is nothing like knowing who’s who, and why. A flash of lightning touched the phone wire recently and it was all off with the “Hello boys,’’ and “back to the tickers,” sounded rather queer, but none of the boys had forgotten how. Bro. Mike Sullivan, first Anna, made a dash up the line May 15th, and called on several of the boys, ending his trip at Lima. Mike was a stranger in these parts, hut in the future it will be “old friends meet again.” Mike said he was going to call on “his sister,” at Lima. Perhaps it was “some one else’s sister”; anyway, he never came back. One of the leading merchants of Wapakoneta, on the night of May 10th, was badly beaten up and robbed of $25.00. The robbers overlooked $140.00 in his vest pocket. This happened close to A. K. tower, but Bro. Frank Market knew nothing of it until relieved by Bro. Kropft the fol- lowing morning. Within the last month the Erie has run three telegrapher’s specials of from three to four cars each making pleasant calls on all the boys along the line. These specials, however, were not run to give the telegraphers a “joy ride,” or any- thing like that, as there were no telegraphers on board, just a few officials “feeling out” the senti- ment of the boys regarding the threatened trouble. Come along with your dues, boys, and get your new cards and get the nons interested in joining the Order. We will be pleased to wel- come them into Division 2 1. You will all get your regular monthly blanks to fill out. This time “come across.” That’s what makes things look strong. R. E. Young bid in Erie Jet. third, and Frank Schultz second “SW” cabin, Bro. Bakrr going to Tipp City third. Digitized by Google Skygack.

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1046 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Bill” Small, Sidney second, has been prom- ised a new “steamboat.” When he gets it, and mounts the bridge to give command, we hope he will “shake an up-to-date card at his crew and make them fire up.” Smoke is all right, but steam is what’s needed on this run to move the propellers. We still solicit your aid as heretofore by send- ing us any notes you can pick up for our write- up in the journal. Let us have them by the 20th of the month. Bro. Schaaf, of Kirkwood, visited Bro. Marken at “AK” tower recently. Seithman, from Erie Jet., was to have met with them but from reports it’s well that he slipped the date. When the telephone goes out, then the tele- graph comes in. That is where the dot and dash boys always shine; You can talk about your farmers, running rail- ways up to snuff. But telegraphers are the ones to man the line. If you don’t believe it, ask Williams. Piv. Cor. Springfield Division — Bro. G. B. Boswell, of Metcalfe, made a busi- ness trip to Indianapolis Sunday, recently. Bro. A. P. McCown, first Hume, was also in Indian- apolis on business recently. Our Local Chairman, Bro. J. H. Carter, at Marshall, was relieved recently for a visit to the dentist, by L. R. McIntyre. Bro. C. S. Singleton and wife, Bloomingdale, failed to reach their destination on account of high water, and after being held at New Madison, O., for a week were compelled to return home. They expect to try it again in June. Bro. H. D. Menaugh, Atwood, who was taken to the Decatur hospital and operated upon for appendicitis, is getting along nicely, and we hope to see him able for duty soon. He is being re- lieved by Bro. V. R. Thomas. J. F. Shannon, agent Shops, spent Saturday recently with his father at Bloomingdale, whose health is very poor. A complaint from our agents who handle the express, in regard to bonds, will be presented to our committee at the next meeting. Please send in your notes. They may not seem interesting to you who already know them, but remember the rest of us are in ignorance, and glad to be enlightened. “B.” Wcllston Division — Our local chairman, Bro. Hoopert, while at- tending the Baltimore convention was relieved by Bro. Welsh. Bro. Passmore was relieved on third “CH” by Mr. Kelly a few nights, and he on second James- town, by a new man. Bro. Morrison, on second Hast Dayto i for a few weeks, was relieved on third 1>> Mr. Can- ton, a commercial man. Bro. Warnecke, Washington has V- on sick list for some time. Wc hope be will s *: be with us again. Bro. Pickens, Frankfort, is busy keeping a Ir- on work extras, between Chlllicothe and Austr- Bro. E. E. Vesper, agent Rich m on dale, is with the Wabash. Jamestown nights, open since April 14th, lv- not been advertised. If any of you wish th:? trick take the matter up with our local cha^irmz^ These positions should be advertised as scon a* opened according to our last schedule. Get after the non beside you brothers, are want to be 100 per cent strong. Brothers on tte Ironton branch, get after Mr. Coalt at lrontoz- also Mr. Kelly, who has been on this road fc? some time. The party who stole the writer’s car left standing beside track, three miles west of Cbilb- cothe. Many thanks to the boys who helped me locate it. Hub, Cert. 1S7. Chicago, Milwaukee 6, St. Paul R y. River Division — The boys on the river, H. & D. and I. & M divisions were pained to learn of the sudden death on May 8th of Bro. Roy W. Short, the popular third trick telegrapher at South Min- neapolis, where he was located for several years. His kind and genial disposition endeared him to a wide circle of friends. He suffered for some time with an earache which often necessitated his absence from duty, but never complained. The trouble finally developed an abscess of the brain and took him suddenly away. He was 31 years of age and unmarried. The C. M. & St. P. Ry, has lost an earnest and faithful employee, his relatives a loving and dutiful son and brother, and Division No. 23 a steadfast and enthusiastic member. His funeral, which was held in Min neapolis on Monday, May 12th, under the aus- pices of the O. R. T. and Odd Fellows, was largely attended and the many beautiful floral tributes bore mute testimony to the universal lore and esteem in which he was held. We commend his sorrowing relatives to the loving care of Him who doetli all things well. Cert. 931. River C. U. and Wabasha Ditdsion — Bro. E. E. Peterson, cashier Chippewa Falls, on a trip to Tacoma, was relieved by W. W. Shannan. Bro. E. H. Krugmire svent on a trip to the coast, May 1st, relieved by Walt. Smith. Owing to the erroneous information a state ment appeared in the March Tbleceaphei reflect ing on Agent Thayer, at Ridgeway in regard to his son being in the office there with Bro. Johnson. Upon investigation we learn that Mr. Thayer was not to blame for the misunderstanding, and in justice to him and his son we are glad to make this correction. L. P. Morrow, third Hastings yard, was re- lieved by Bro. J. H. Newman. )igitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1047 Bro. \Vm. Kuzler, agent Waconta, on vacation in May, was relieved by Mr. Henry, from the I. & M. division. Chief Dispatcher S. Kewes was selected during his absence by VV. C. Stackpole, and he as assist- ant chief by A. H. Adams relieved on second by H. C. Vogel with F. E. Brunner on third. The new fourth trick in “C” Minneapolis was bid in by Bro. C. R. Latourelle, relieved on Hast- ings second, by C. D. Searson, later bid in by Bro. J. E. Leahy, who is relieving Bro. F. G. Maloney on third Wabasha now in “C” Minneapolis extra. Bro. J. H. Newrnan bid in third Bridge switch. Cert. 2038. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom has deemed it best to remove from our midst, our esteemed Brother, Roy W. Short, be it Resolved, That in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, we extend to the family of our deceased brother, our heartfelt sorrow for the great loss they have sustained, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, a copy spread on the records of this division, and a copy furnished The Telegrapher for publication. VV. J. Leahy, H. F. Swift, E. B. Wilcox, Committee. Kansas City Division — The meeting held in the Ballingall Hotel Sun- day, May 4th, was a success, although we would liked to have seen more than one brother pres- ent from the Marion Line. Bro. Gallagher, dele- gate to the Baltimore convention our newly elected local chairman called the meeting to order at 2 p. m., and appointed Bro. Cochran chairman ond Bro. Cross secretary of the meeting. A few of the proposed bills in the coming convention to he held at Baltimore May 12th were read by Bro. Gallagher for discussion. After business matters were disposed of Chief Dispatcher Moon called and gave us a nice talk. The brothers present were: Wm. Roberts, W. G. Davis, J. L. Wright, H. F. Owen, H. G. Richardson, J. C Brown, J. \V. Guy, G. H. Burkheiser, C. F. Cochran, Chas. E. Cross L„ M. Boughtin, A. R. Nicholson, C. F. Ream, H. J. Barnard and G. E. Gillespie. Sisters Sisk and Butler and C. T. Nolan were also pres- ent. The next meeting will be held at Laredo, Mo., after Bro. Gallagher returns from the con- vention. One thing that seemed a little strange was every brother from the East Division was from the one- man station. At least one from every three-man job on the whole division should be in attendance. Our local officials certainly treated us white in allowing us to be off the entire day. This is the proper spirit to promote a better feeling socially, meet each other oftener and get better acquainted. If the brothers would put forth the efforts our officials do, it would be accomplished. The writer is indebted to Bro. Cross of Ot- tumwa, for a complete report of the meeting; to Bro. Boughtin for middle division items and to Richardson Farson for east end notes and com ments. This division recently lost by death Bro. Thomas \V. Jones, of Braymcr, Mo., an old timer who has been here since the road was built and long a valued member of the Order. Bro. Jones had been in poor health for a long time and had not worked for several weeks before his death. He was agent at Braymcr for several years and at other points on the west end before going there. His wife and daughters and a host of friends are left. His remains were taken to his old home in Wisconsin for burial. All unite in extending deep sympathy to the sorrowing rela- tives. Bro. Briggs formerly of this line, who has been with the Rock Island, died at Altamont, Mo. His remains were brought to his old home. Newtown for burial. Some of the Milwaukee boys attended the funeral there. Bro. Summers, North English nights, was hurt pretty bad awhile back handling some trunks. Bro. D. L. Fulton, second Coburg, was relieved on a recent Sunday by Bro. Lindner, from Kan- sas City. Fire entirely destroyed South Amana depot early in May. This is the second time in the history of the station that this has occurred. Bro. Clifford C. Carnes, first Chillicothe, and bride will reside in the new home Bro. Carnes has just purchased. Congratulations and best wishes. Third Dispatcher Upp called to Braymer on account of the illness of his father, was relieved by Mr. Nolan and he by Bro. Tuomey. Bro. G. M. Reisch, who bid in Braymer agency has been granted 98 days leave to try out on a new job, similar to that now held by Bro. De- Garmo. Bro. I. S. Williamson was assigned the agency at Braymcr, temporarily relieved by Bro. Johnson at Newton, leaving third there open. The new depot at Conroy is about completed. Mr. Post from Amana bid in Conroy, vice Bro. Stanerson on leave and Amana days is bulletined. Sister Sisk was relieved at Rutledge by Bro. J. D. McCarty, while visiting Chicago recently. Bro. L. M. Boughtin at Mystic, whose name ap- peared in The Telegrapher recently without the prefix “brother” has been a member since 1902 and has a brother a member on the N. P. He is lining up the bunch of nons at Mystic. He made a trip down into Egypt mine recently, half a mile and back under old ' mother earth and brought back a piece of coal from the face of a vein, as a souvenir. Bro. Burkheiser, who relieved Bro. Reisch agent Moravia, while on a trip to Chicago, was re- lieved at Mystic by Mr. Calvert. Bro. Fisher, of Seymour, Sundaycd in Mystic recently and called on his lady friends. Seymour third is up for bid. Bro. C. E. Brown, on a trip to the coast re- lieved on second Williamsburg, by Mr. Shaw. Digitized by Google

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1048 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ottumwa passenger station hours changed. Bro. Barnard now goes to work at i p. m. and Bro. Wendell at 10 p. m. Bro. S. A. Allen, agent at Limby, la., was off several days recently, taking the civil service examination at Ottumwa. Bro. H. G. Richardson, agent at Parson, la., with his family were over Sunday visitors in Moravia, la., May nth. Bro. Weber was relieved at Polo a few days by Young Beistlc. It is now Bro. Jimmy McCarty, relieving at Northern Jet. Miss Rowe, a daughter of Bro. Rowe at Cone, who relieved Bro. Pollard at Sewal while in Ot- tumwa on business, also relieved Mr. McCue on third Sewal and Bro. Johnson on third New- town a few days. Mr. Kennedy is acting agent at Moravia relieved by Mr. Cockrell on second there pending the transfer of Bro. Riddle, who bid it in, leaving Osgood agency on bulletin. Braymer helper took the telegraphers examina- tion at Ottumwa Jet. recently. Bro. W. C. Bell, on vacation in May, was re- lieved by L W. Cockrell. Tom Nolan is relieving the dispatchers during their vacations. Ex-Bro. Sanford is on second, Mr. Pogue on third and Bro. T. H. Tuomey on the “loop” at Ottumwa Jet. Bro. Tuomey visited relatives in Chicago recently. Bro. C. E. English, relieved by a new man at Sigourney nights is acting as agent there while Bro. Gallagher is away. Business is fair and “Tonnage” is the watch- word. Every through freight has 1500 tons or more. Brothers when you have something of interest to the craft, make a note of it and send to Bro. Tuomey, care C. M. & St. P. Ry., Ottumwa Jet., on or befoie the 2:2nd of the month. You delinquents better hurry up; another term will place you on the list of nons. If we are to get a raise next year we will have to have the strength of numbers to do so. Get busy! Div. Cor. Members Des Moines Division: Having elected me as your local chairman, I wish to thank you all, and advise you that it will be a pleasure to handle any grievance or answer any questions. I assure you I will endeavor to handle all business in a way that will meet the approval of all officials, as well as be a credit to the Order. Help me make the division 100 per cent, which will eliminate the necessity of the name “non” being applied to any of our fellow workmen. Fraternally, H. E. Cunningham. Des Moines District Notes — Bro. S. S. Price, relieved at Adel by J. J. Wil- liams, resumed at Clive days. Bro. Nelson, agent Adel, who has been very low with Bright’s disease, we are glad to learn, is recovering. He ex- pects to spend some months in Excelsor Springs. Mo., and attend the Baltimore convention to which he was elected a delegate. Bro. R. H. Martin second Clive, bid in Cburdan station. Bro. Martin is competent. Hope he will have better success than the other men in past years. Clive second up for bids. Jno. Kudje, agent Waukee, sick with tonsilitis. W. T. Roach, from Gillctt’s Grove, relieving. Bro. A. Grooms, of Varinia is visiting fcis family on his claim, Mr. Hudson relieving. Albert City depot closed for a day owing to the illness of Bro. Jackman, was re-opened by a helper from Sac City. Bro. D. H. Houghtaling, who relieved Bro. Geo. Snure, first Rockwell City a week on account of sickness, is now on second Clive, relieved by Budd Van Hoosier at Fonda tower. Nine gravel trains are now working day and night hauling gravel for the new grading of the C. C. B. division. Night men will probably be put on at Jefferson, Churdan and Fonda, to keep these trains moving. They have preference to passenger trains, every train taking siding for them. Watch the wires closely boys and assist the dispatchers all you can to get these trains over the road. The Des Moines O. R. T. Club now has sixtv- two members and at every meeting we have a good attendance. Everyone who possibly can should attend. On account of your correspondent being away from home, etc., was unable to send in a write-up last month. I wish everyone would send me all the news they possibly can by the 20th. It will be appreciated. No. 92 backed over and killed 'the section fore- man of Churdan there on April 19th. The funeral services were held at Churdan on April 21st, and every section foreman on the division attended. There are only two delinquents on our division and we all hope they will be reinstated at once. S. S. P., Div. Cor. C. & C. B. — In Iowa Division — Help me with the write-ups; I am always short of items. Bro. H. C. Knight is working at Keystone. Bro. T. M. Phee, Cambridge second, is skk, relieved by R. E. Snyder. Bro. B. C. Snyder, agent Paralta, is back again, after several months’ lay-off. Bro. R. S. Harrington is now with the Puget Sound at Sappington, Mont. Bro. Coker, Delmar Jet. second, called on friends at Oxford Jet., and Bro. L. S. Dove, In- dian Creek second, also called on friends in Lost Nation recently. Relief men are getting scarce, and it’s going to be hard to get any vacations this summer. Buswell, from Green Island, bid in Manilla sec- ond, and Bro. Jack Culp Green Island third. Digitized by Cjooole

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1049 Bro. J. N. Eisner, agent Hale, off on account of the serious illness of his mother, was relieved by Mr. Hutchison. R. E. Daily, from Kansas City, formerly car clerk at Galewood, has been appointed to Huxley agency. It is now Bro. R. E. High at Maxwell second, thanks to Bro. C. A. Conklin. Bros. Stewart and Bright doubled on account of the scarcity of men for several weeks while Bro. Earl Edwards, Elwood second, was ill. Keep your transfer books and block sheets up to date, as required by the rules. You are being watched close on this. Two new offices opened on the east end — one between Olin and Hale by Bro. Warner, and Gravel pit, at Sabula, by Mr. Jess. The new main line will soon be finished between Oxford Jet. and Martelle and ready for service between Madrid and Huxley. The Slater inter- locking plant has been remodeled for double track. E. J. Kucera, Rhodes third, and A. M. Thune, Cambridge second, would makd good members. Get them and gain a prize. Bro. R. D. Taylor, Phildia third, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Crenshaw, a new man, later resigned. Mr. Rittmeyer, agent Phildia, off a few days, was relieved by Relief Agent Campbell. Bro. Schaffer exchanged the strong-arm act at Indian Creek for first Marion yard three months. Mr. Campbell, we understand, goes to yardmas- ter’s office. Mrs. Campbell visited their folks at Sigourney two weeks. During the wash-outs between Manilla and Council Bluffs all passenger trains were detoured via the C. & N. W. from Council Bluffs to Arion, giving the night owls between Council Bluffs and Manilla a chance to sleep. Certain conductors are clearing themselves by phone at certain closed block stations. This should be reported to your general chairman. Dispatcher Raymond was off recently, and Dis- patcher Leaman, from the branch, worked third east end, with Held on second and Van Wormer on first. Dispatcher Krohnke, at Perry, was off a few days to attend the funeral of his mother, Dispatcher Kindig, from the west end, relieving. Cert. 1408. South Minnesota Division — Upon the request of our worthy local chair- man, I am sending in a write-up of such news as I could get myself, as no one along the line sent me any items. Bro. G. B. Turner buckled the straps on that old 0. R. T. grip May 6th and started for the Baliraore convention, relieved by his brother, from northern Minnesota. Bro. ‘'Bill” Kenevan, of Lakefield, is building a modern residence. Bro. E. M. Phillips, of Lake Preston, on a ten days’ vacation, was relieved by A. E. Lambert, who also relieved Bro. Campbell, of Wessington ’Springs, on vacation. Bro. F. A. M. Brost, first Egan, while off for three weeks on account of sickness, visited his sons at Baldwin, Wis., and Gordonsville, Minn. He is back in the harness again, although not fully recovered, relieved by Bro. Raymond Stone. Bro. Wynn, of Elrod, while attending court at Clark, was relieved by George Loech. Bro. “Vern” Garlock, at Bradley, is learning another trick there, owing to a visit from the stork. Bro. J. M. Mayer, of Bryant, on the sick list a few days, was relieved by his helper. Dispatcher A. N. Canfield is on his vacation, relieved by Bro. R. E. Wood, and Bro. Ed Lan- gen, Jackson first, is relieving at LaCrosse during dispatchers’ vacations. Bro. C. J. Cowley, agent Pipestone, has returned from his western trip. While on my vacation I had the pleasure of shaking hands with Bro. Oscar Hurlbut, third Baker, Mont. Bro. E. J. Fogarty is on several weeks’ vacation, owing to a fall, badly spraining his right wrist. Bro. W. E. Campbell, while on his vacation, was pressed into service at Jackson on account of Bro. Langen relieving at LaCrosse, and Bro. Fogarty being off duty. Heard nothing from the west end or east ot Jackson. Help me next month, boys. Brothers, keep up your dues. Don’t allow your- selves* to become delinquent. Your local chairman and the other officials are doing all they can in your behalf, and you should do your part by keeping in line. We must have a solid organiza- tion to secure the best results. H. E. B., Cert. 88. Northern Division — Handling the mail between station and post offices since the parcel post is in operation works a great hardship on some of us, and drays of all descriptions have been pressed into service. But don’t get discouraged, boys; steps have already been taken to adjust this matter, and no doubt we will get paid for it, the same as we are now being paid for other extra work, unless Uncle Sam sees fit to handle the mail himself. Bro. F. C. Caldwell bid in third Granville. Our friend Slingman, after a tour of the West, is back on the “old line” again, relieving Bro. Thiel on second Hartford on account of sickness. Our friends Brady and F. H. Quandt recently bid in third Granville and Hartford, respectively. Bro. E. E. Radke, second Pardeeville, bid in Rubicon agency. Let’s be on the job, boys, all the time and give good service. Then we deserve to be and will be treated fair by our employers. The idea that we don’t get any thanks for attention to duty is wrong. Get after the nons, and don’t give up until Division 23 is solid. My sincere thanks to the brothers who con- tributed items. Keep it up, boys. Every little bit helps. Bro. Mueller is now on his assigned position, Haricon agency, with Bro. Pischke on second and Bro. Morawski going to second Schleisingerville. Digitized by Google

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1050 The Railroad Telegrapher. A. F. Radell, Ripon agency, is now with the claim department at Sioux City, Iowa. Bro. Upham, local chairman LaCrosse and Northern Division, shook hands with the boys on the “old line’’ recently. Cert. 428. Hastings & Dakota Division — SERVICE HOURS OF TELEGRAPH AND TELEPHONE OPERATORS. The Statute provides: “That no operator, train dispatcher, or other employe who by the use of the telegraph or telephone dispatches, reports, transmits, receives or delivers orders pertaining to or affecting train movements shall be required or permitted to be or remain on duty for a longer period than nine (9) hours in any twenty-four- hour period in all towers, offices, places and sta- tions continuously operated night and day, nor for a longer period than thirteen (13) hours in all towers, offices, places and stations operated only during the day time, except in cases of emergency, when the employe named in this proviso may be permitted to remain on duty for four (4) addi- tional hours in a twenty-four-hour period on not exceeding three (3) days in any week." The penalty for violations reads: “That any such common carrier, or any officer or agent thereof, requiring or permitting any employe to go, be, or remain on duty in violation of the sec- ond section hereof, shall be liable to a penalty of not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each and every violation to be recovered in a suit or suits to be brought by the United States dis- trict attorney in the district court of the United States.” We should fill know our rights thoroughly, and stick up for what we are entitled to. If we don’t, nobody else will do it for us. The boys on this division ought to get together and organize a club. And from time to time have social gatherings and dances at the different towns. In this way we could all get better ac- quainted with one another, and meet our brother and sister telegraphers, and their sisters and girl friends. R. M. Nobles, third trick Junction Switch, has entered the train service, relieved by W. S. Stcilow, who will soon be with us, making that point solid. Bro. O. D. Bullert, on third Webster for several years, has gone to Lemmon on the P. S., after marrying one of Webster’s beautiful girls. We were sorry to have him leave us as he was liked by all the boys, and it seems by the girls also, at least by one of them. Mr. Dropp, Andover third, has gone to Apple- ton second. Mr. Monchey is on third Milbank, G. L. Wright going to “MA” Montevideo. F. M. Fleming, who was operated on for appendicitis at Monte- video, is back on third Odessa. W. L. Harris, second Odessa, lands all the new men as fast as they arrive. Bro. Kcindall, the agent there, had his little girl’s leg operated on at Rochester and she will soon be able to use it again. The robins and meadow larks, etc., were ver> much surprised at the recent heavy fall of snow, after such beautiful spring weather. As they like ourselves, presumed the winter was over. J. P. Walsh. Hastings & Dakota Division Notes — H. O. Pendergast, first Webster, was on a busi- ness trip to Sheldon, Iowa, recently. We hope “Penn” will soon get an up-to-date. Dispatcher L. R. Menweissen is being congratu- lated on the birth of a son recently. P. H. Nee, relieved at Aberdeen by E. W. Lollis, was appointed trainmaster, east of Mil- bank, vice W. J. Thiele, promoted. J. E. Andres succeeds Mr. Lollis as chief at Montevideo. H. H. Kingman gets second Selby; H. J. Mason, second, and G. B. Nelson third, Ipswich; Geo. Crosby, son of Agent Crosby, at Sisseton, bid In Cogswell agency; R. O. Sabin, Glenham agency, relieving W. F. Matz, who bid in Olivia, Minn. G. H. Emerson gets third Webster; John Asmot, second Double Track Switch; G. C. Seebes, third Summit; A. A. Peterman, third Andover, and Miss Ida Hohnquist, second Marvin. She will soon be a sister. We hope all the nons on this division will follow her example. Brothers, write Bro. Deming at Hector or my- self for application blanks and rates and let us make this division solid. Every work train on construction west of the river should have a telegrapher to take orders, etc., at outlying spurs. The conductors who arc doing this work now arc laying themselves and the company liable to heavy fines, if they work over the telegraphers’ service law when doing this. H. O. Churchill. CARD OF THANKS. Mott, N. D., May 20, 1913. I desire to express our thanks to the brother* on the Dakota Division for their kindness and manifestations of sympathy during the illness and death of my dear wife. I wish especially to thank Bro. Colby and the boys in “BI” office; also Bro. Ellsworth and others of the O. R. T., for the beautiful floral tribute. L. E. Baker and Familt. Lax Division & Milwaukee Terminal — Bro. L. B. Seymour appointed to first Man- ston. Bro. C. B. Chesney to second Wanwatosa temporary, and L. J. Schonatz to third Camp Douglas temporary. No applications were received for third Kil- bourn. Bulletin closed. Bro. L. C. Scarle, second North LaCrosse, granted three months’ leave, gone to Seattle, Wash., to visit his sister, relieved by Bro. M. Evans. Bro. Topsen, relieved Chairman Upham, agent * Salem, while on vacation attending the conven- tion. Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1051 C. L. Alleman is back at “BK,” North La- Crossc, relieved by G. M. Houer, while absent. Bro. J. A. Wilson died at Manston, April 7th, after a long illness and was buried at Manston, Wis. Bro. A. G. Haines, Portage Jet., called on Milne friends recently. Div. Cob. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Bro. J. A. Wilson has been called by the Supreme Ruler of the universe from this life to the world beyond, and be it Resolved, That the members of the O. R. T., of LaCrosse Division, C. M. & St. P. Ry., tender their heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family, and be it further. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family and a copy be published in The Railroad Telegrapher. W. N. Upham, U. R. Hagman, C. A. Peters, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Manston, April 15, 1913. W. N. Upham, Dear Sir: Allow me, through you as chairman of the Lax Division, to thank the O. R. T. for the beautiful floral tribute sent at the time of husband and father’s death. Mrs. James Wilson and Family. Prairie du Chien & Mineral Point Divisions -- Bro. Sloan, second Waukesha, was relieved a few days by Bro. Jeager, and Bro. Welsh, White water second, relieved Mr. Allen, Janesville second trick a few days, on account of sickness. Bro. Miles agent Prairie du Sac, has been on a two weeks’ vacation, both he and Bro. Porter, agent Sauk City, have been given a helper. Wires have been installed at Woodman. Bro. Jargen bidding in that new agency-telegrapher position. Bro. Ed. Coleman, second Boscopbel, is on a trip south, relieved by Bro. Martin of Wauzena third. Local Chairman Mo we called on several mem- bers of the division before departing for Balti- more convention. He w-as relieved at Orw'ords- villc by Mr. Orht. Bro. Sikhart, second Madison, is on his annual and Bro. Collentine, of Monroe, on a two weeks’ vacation. Bros. Voss, Mazomaime, Gallagher, Middleton and Millard, Lima Center, attended the "Safety First” meeting at Madison, May 8th. The C. M. & St. P. has distributed the first issue of its monthly magazine, the April number, among the employes. It is a very neat and interest ng periodical which the employes no doubt will enjoy reading. Div. Cor. Superior Division — Bro. Ed. Gauthier relieved Bro. Mineau, agent at Ontonagon, for two weeks and then relieved Bro. I. E. Crew, agent Amasa, the balance of May, putting Bro. Geo. Utberg on first Iron Mountain. Amberg second pulled off, Bro. A. J. Holmes going to *Iron Mountain second, Bro. Merrick third there', relieves Bro. W. J. Luth, Plymouth third, for an extended trip through the West. Randvillc hours changed in order to handle the heavy Erie business, with Bro. Maloney as agent and Bro. Goldner on second. Bro. A. C. Barber has been on Channing side- wire for the past month. Bro. Hartman, second Mass, has been the recipient of numerous com- pliments of late owing, no doubt, due to his new- uniform. The brothers would like a chance to bid on Antoine tower, as it’s included In the schedule. This should be taken up in the proper manner. Bro. C. F. Goodell left May 7th, for the Balti- more convention, Bro. Boswell, the regular dele- gate, being unable to attend on account of sick- ness. Bro. Goodell w-as relieved by Bro. Dover, a new man, who has been up to date for 13 years. We hopd he will stick with us. Bro. Court, third Green Bay shops, is on a three months’ leave, on a trip to the coast. Bro. Grade bid in the vacation job at the yards, leaving second Kiel without any applicants. Div. Cor. Columbia Division — Local Chairman Woods and wife have returned from Chicago, where the local chairmen were called to elect a general chairman and general secretary and treasurer for Division No. 23. We are glad to state that Bros. Soyster and Derrick- son were re-elected to these offices as these hrothers have rendered a good account of them- selves during their term of office and 4one much toward placing Division No. 23 on the solid basis that it is. Bro. Hansen, second Herrick, while visiting in Spokane, was relieved by an extra man. First St. Joe has been abolished, the agent working a six-hour trick. This put Bro. H. W. Smith back on second. Bro. Beeman, bidding in second Kittitas, and Bro. F. R. Smith bid in third Kittitas. Bro. E. O. Walden gets first St. Maries tem- porarily, vice Bro. Vassey, working as extra dispatcher at Malden, while the dispatchers are taking their vacations. Bro. Vassey is making good at this, his first venture in that work. Bro. Olsen bid in third St. Maries. We are sorry to state that there is now a non on third Plummer. First Rosalia abolished on account of reduction In forces, was re-established a short time on account of the heavy travel to Spokane, we have a non there also. Bro. II. B. Parker, agent Tekoa, off on sick leave for some time, is being relieved by Bro. Wells, from the Missoula Division. Digitized by Google

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1052 The Railroad Telegrapher. Mr. Barry, night wire chief Malden relay, is cn sick leave, Mr. Jose relieving, relieved by an extra man from Seattle. It is Bro. Potter, second wire chief at Malden relay. Revere third has been abolished, displacing Miss Tilger. Application blanks would be very acceptable from second Ralston. • Bro. A. J. White, formerly agent at Warden, has bid back second Lind, his old trick. Bro. Harry Keller, relief agent Warden, has been appointed agent Othello, vice Mr. Reardon. Glad to see Bro. Keller promoted. Bro. King bid in Beverly agency, vice Bro. Rozell, who goes to Hanford agency. L. L. Hearn gets second Ellensburg temporary, and Mr. Barry third. Mr. Hartsook, second Warden, is relief agent at Thorp, until Bro. Campbell can be transferred from Elk River. Bro. E. T. Smith, agent Kittitas, gets St. Maries agency. We are glad to soe card men promoted. J. D. Newcomb, cashier St. Maries, gets Fern- wood agency and will carry a card. Mr. Veitz, from local offices Kansas City, gets Elk River agency, no one bidding on it. Bro. H. W. Smith, second St. Joe, Visited in Seattle several days during May. Bro. R. R. Woods has gone to White -.Bluffs agency. Everyone should help him to get in the nons. When one lights on the division, send him his name and he will do the rest. Understand our trains will be running into Spokane by the first of August. This should mean some new' positions on the new line. Bro. Copeland, agent Plummer, has been making frequent trips to St. Maries hospital suffering with blood poisoning. Bro. A. Walden, of Thorp, bid in St. Joe. agency. “N,” Cert. 910. Trans-Missouri Division — Recent appointments are: Bro. Kelly, third Mc- Intosh, and Nic Gahr, third Rhame. Positions now on bulletin : Agencies — Reeder, New Eng- land, Isabel and Shields, and second Morristown. Bro. Cornell, agent Scranton, off a few days, was relieved by Mrs. Cornell, and she on second by Mr. Stevenson, a new man. Bro. Duvall, agent McIntosh, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Fuller, and he on first by Bro. Olsen, from Wakpala. Bro. Smith, third McIntosh, has resigned and gone to the II. & D. Division, relieved by Bro. Pratt. Bro. Bruce, agent Shields, forfeits his rights on account of his leave of absence expiring. Under- stand he is honyocking in Montana. Bro. Rodenbough, off a few days the first of May, relieved by Mr. Lambert, from the Postal at Omaha. George Fenner, manager of Mobridgc relay, was off a few days on a honeymoon, relieved by Bro. Smith. Cfrt. 1775. Rocky Mountain Diinsion — Bro. C. S. Owens, agent Judith Gap, is cn ra tion at his homestead in Grass Range country lieved by Bro. Becker. Bro. J. E. Phelps is now cashier in the freir office at Lewistown, relieved on second there - A. B. French pending bulletin. Local Chairman Kearby is on vacation asi the folks in Indiana, relieved by Bro. J. L. Houx. Bro. E. M. Kay, agent Maud low, has no nejp: bors on either side of him for thirteen miles sice Nathan and Josephine have been closed. Bre. C R. May, of Josephine, bid in second Sapping^ He would probably have drawn one of the prrr the company is offering for the most beaut.C station had he remained on the east end. Br Harry Bell went from second Sappington to seccr Sinclair on bid, vice Bro. M. E. Spencer, who in Willow Grove agency. Cedric nights has been closed. Bro. S. Z. Curn, agent Sixteen, off with a severe cold, was relieved by Bro. Tommy Thomp- son. with Bro. Phare on second and \V\ O- Mur- dock, a recent arrival, on third. Bro. S. B. Nelson, first Sinclair, is on ski leave. C. K. Priddy bid in third Piedmont- Bro. Jimmy Ramsey has been assigned Riogfiug agency, the heaviest station on the east end. Bro. W. F. Fielding, now cashier at St. Maries, Idaho, with Bro. J. J. Early on second and L- I~ Elliott on third. Bro. Pete Entringer, first Summit will probably be married this summer while on vacation. Pete has been leading a lonely bachelor’s life for a long time. Bro. and Sister C. D. Sill have just returned from an extended trip through the South and East and Bro. Monthey and Mr. Hebert will be out of a job for a while. The “Old Reliable” Bro. Roberts, station agent Martinsdalc, with numerous other titles is never too busy to talk O. R. T. Bro. W. B. Bradley assigned second side table Three Forks. In the recent reduction three dis- patchers were taken off, combining the east and west ends from Deer Lodge to Lewistown. Dis- patchers Bleichner and Magett are on vacations. Mrs. G. M. Hayden has returned to third Don- ald, vice J. A. Marcote, who relieved Mr. Ste- vens at Newcomb gravel pit. llro. Joe Page, Cliff Jet. (B. A. & P.), is on fifteen days’ leave, endeavoring to locate a home- stead in Washington or Oregon. Bro. George Redding is on first More pending bulletin, vice R. E. Baker, resigned, and Sister Redding is on second. Bro. G. A. Conway has returned from a thirty- day trip to Chicago and the East. Butte Relay — D. R. Snyder and W. H. Holly were laid off in “GS,” due to reduction in force. X. P. Hansen has returned from his homestead- It is now Bro. F. E. Gallivan. Cfrt. 1480. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1053 3 lussclshell Diinsion — Bro. R. F. Haggerty has taken his assignment first Harlowton. Bro. A. K. Edmunds, assigned t.hird there, side table job pulled off. Bro. L. E. Sisson has resigned from the Continental at Har- lowton and taken Melstone third. Bro. G. F. Rediske, second Shawmut, is on 'vacation, relieved by Bro. Reynolds. Bro. J. H. • Jesser, third there, assigned first Mildred, relieved by Bro. Blazek, who later bid in third Baker. Bro. J. H. Fischer, who bid in Shawmut third, is on vacation, relieved by Bro. Parks. Bros. Foster and Steward, first and second Ry- gate, are on vacation. Bro. Foster and wife have gone to the Coast. Bro. Leo. Thiele goes from Forsyth second to Paragon first, with Bro. Stover on second and Bro. P. L. Dunn on third. Bro. M. J. Corcoran, agent Forsyth, is working a trick owing to reduc- tion in force. On account of gravel trains, a yard office has been opened at Miles City, and all three tricks are up for bids. Understand three men will be pulled off in relay office on account of this. Bro. E. C. Skinner assigned Mildred a'gency, vice Bro. Anderson, who succeeds Bro. Thieson, resigned, as clerk in the dispatcher’s office. Bro. Thieson was one of the most popular clerks we ever had, and everyone got a square deal. Our best wishes go with him. “Hard-Luck” Kennedy is on first Kinsey, and Bro. J. H. Cook is on second, on account of Whitney closing. Bro. O. Hurlbut assigned Westmore agency, re- lieved on third Baker by Bro. F. Leath, later relieved by Bro. Cyr. Bro. E. C. Skinner, agent Mildred, was off sev- eral days, enjoying a visit from his brother, L. E. Skinner, of Division 130, relieved by Bro. J. H. Jesser, relieved on first by Bro. C. M. Anderson, from West Virginia, who later relieved Bro. T. L. Kramer on Baker first, while attending court at * Miles City. Bro. L. A. Copp, Plevna nights, is on vacation, putting in his spring crops. Bro. T. E. Crandall, first Ismay, was off a few days, relieved by H. L. Struckmeycr. Bro. J. H. Cook relieved Sister Montgomery at Vananda a short time, when a bunch of would-be bad men shot up the town. Don’t fail to send Bro. Huyck, Kycgate, Mont., 50 cents, and get a hand-carved bone stylus, made by Bro. Ezell, now confined in the penitentiary. An account of this was given in the R. M. Divi- sion news last month. Cert. 2446. Missoula Division, First District— Bro. Glover, third East Portal, on vacation, was relieved by Bro. B. Betts. Bro. Coon, whose job on the east end was closed recently, drew third Roland. Sister McMillan, third Stetson, while sick, was relieved by Mr. Pinson, from the wireless, and Dr. Smith relieved Mr. Trigg, second Avery, a lew dsys, also on account of illness. Bro. Crawford, from the relay, drew third Kyle. He and Bro. McVey have planted a gar- den. Hope they have better success than when they go fishing. It takes a sport to catch moun- tain trout. O. F. Peterson drew second Haughan, and third there is now on bulletin. Miss Vivian Smith is relieving on third Bryson. Sister Randolph, first Bryson, took a six months’ lay-off instead of resigning, as stated in the last issue. . Bro. and Sister Maxwell, first and second at Saltese, visited a few days at St. Maries, Idaho. Bro. Aldrich drew Superior agency, and Mr. Carney third Avery. Bro. Betts, agent St. Regis, is being relieved by Mr. Peterson, from the wireless, who later re- lieved Sister Vanampwerp, on a trip to Wallace. Bro. Fleming, lineman, made a short business trip to Butte recently. Bro. Betts, our local chairman, who was elected delegate to the Baltimore convention, is making it a honeymoon trip, also taking in Chicago, where he attended a business meeting of No. 23; thence to Baltimore via Pittsburgh and Washington, re- turning via Philadelphia, New York, Albany, Buf- falo, Niagara and Detroit. The trip also includes a visit to^Bro. Betts’ home at Abrams, Wis., be- fore returning to St. Regis, where the newlyweds will be at home to their many friends, who wish them a happy and prosperous life. We understand Sister Jean Martin, second St. Regis, is planning a seven weeks’ vacation soon. E. P. Brink, Cert. 1217. Coast Division - Bro. B. F. Wools, second Cle Elur.i, is contem- plating a trip to Indiana to visit friends there. Bro. A. II. Howard, third there, proposes giving a bachelor dinner shortly to the rest of the old hens nesting in that neighborhood. Sister Mrs. G. E. Martin, of Easton, was a recent Cle Elum visitor. Bro. Frank S. Seeburger, of the signal depart- ment, who was operated on for appendicitis in the Pacific hospital at Seattle, is up and around. We hope he will soon be out on the line again, as he is a great worker, and knows just how to go after those who do not carry the colors. Bro. John Hurley is nursing a sore thumb, in- jured while yanking some “bo’s” out of cars. Bro. D. B. Walker is now telegrapher and clerk at Snohomish, relieved on first Cedar Falls by Bro. A. J. Farley, a new man from the C. P. R. Bro. W. M. Kelso later bid in first Cedar Falls. He has purchased property, intending to make his home there. He was in Seattle and Tacoma on business recently. Bro. R. F. Rader was treated to a dinner re- cently by Bro. H. I. Derrickson, one of the best bachelor cooks in this part of the country. The cause for the derailment of the O. W. R. & N. Seattle-Portland local passenger recently on straight track and level country, about ten miles south of Tacoma, is still unknown. Four people- lost their lives in the wreck, and several others Digitized by Google

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1054 The' Railroad Telegrapher. were injured. A temporary track had to be built around the wrecked cars. Recent appointments were: L. L. Fowler, agent Mineral, and Bro. E. S. Barrett, agent National, both on T. & E.; C. F. Wooten, third Cedar Falls, and J. L. Napier, second Kent. Bro. J. C. Martin, second Keechelus, who was in Seattle hospital three weeks, operated on for appendicitis, is now back on second Keechelus. He was relieved by V. E. Reynolds, who will soon be old enough to join. The work train between M^ple Valley and Cle Elum has been pulled off, and Bro. G. W. Quigley goes on extra list. • Don’t forget to send in your dues for the fol- lowing term, due June 30th. Cert. 1588. Everett Branch — Bro. H. E. Keltner, erftra, is making Snohomish his headquarters. C. N. Smith, extra there, is now at Argo. Bro. L. H. Silsby reports business good at Tolt. The Nute & Packard Logging Company is extend- ing its road up the Tolt River Valley several miles. A “wye” is to be put in at North Bend imme- diately. Motor car service will probably be in- stalled to that point. Business has increased to such an extent at Duvall that Bro. J. R. Lucas has been provided with a helper, owing to increased business. A large sawmill starts operations there in June. Monroe continues the busiest burg on the Ever- ett line, with Bro. R. V. Cummings and staff, in- cluding Bros. Johnson and Adams, on first and second. The latter trick, also Everett second, pulled off recently. The logs along the right-of-way between Falls City and Cedar Falls are being picked up by Conductor Beeler’s work train and shipped to F.llensburg. Div. Cor. I.aconia Line- - The snow is gradually disappearing from the summit of the Cascades at Laconia, and we are now looking for summer weather. It has been a hard winter, and at least two lives paid the forfeit — one by being buried in a slide, and the other, a brakeman, slipping to his death from the icy top of a box car. Bro. Chadwick, our new agent, brought his young bride heie when there was nineteen feet of snow on the ground. Talk about being game — this young couple are evidently “some class.” Bro. Taylor, third Laconia, is back from San Francisco. Bro. Reynolds, agent at Keechelus, is getting his boats and tents ready for the summer influx of campers at beautiful Lake Keechelus. lie had a very poor season last year, but expects to recoup his losses this season. All the boys are rooting for “Charley.” The sportive trout is beginning to bite freely hereabouts, and everyone is overhauling tackle in anticipation of this, the finest of all angling. Bro. Leamey and wife, agent and second at Rockdale, respectively, have returned from tbeir vacations. Olympias. International & Great Northern Ry. Ft. Worth Division — Keep a solid front behind your committee by paying your dues and special assessments promptly* Don’t neglect this, it takes money to keep the committee in Houston. We have the best com mittee in the State. Let’s get everyone in line and help others as well as ourselves. Bro. Pringle relieved Mr. Small on second Mar- lin. Bro. G. F. Singletary visited in Austin while waiting to be checked in at Bedlas May 1st. Bro. Spawr, of the Grand, who relieved Bro. Single- tary on second Bryan, was later relieved by Mr. Zeller. Bro. Joe Johnson is back on third Marlin from the Gulf Division. Bro. Mitchell, second Italy, is very proud of his first card. Bro. H. N. Sanadall, agent Navasota, was a recent Plantersville visitor. Bro. Nieman, Stoneham nights, attended m school picnic at Yarboro Lake recently and ate nearly everything up. Anyone boarding at Stoneham, is usually hungry. Bro. Wilson, first Italy, has taken his little daughter to Dallas for an operation. We hope it will prove successful and that she will speedily recover. Bro. Parker has gone with some road in Minn. We regret to have such a faithful Order man leave us. Bro. R. V. Dunbar, Malone, is laid up with the mumps, relieved by Bro. Skelton, Marlin. Bro. Joe Johnson, formerly Marlin third, now on the Gulf Division, is in Mart visiting rela- tives. Bro. Durre. first Marlin, bid in ColTert Jet. The meeting to be held at Mart or Waco ha* been postponed indefinitely on account of the heavy banana, onion and stock rush, making it impossible for many of the boys to get off. It is now Bros. Adams, Highbank and Huf master, Italy third. Thanks to Bros. Webncr and Huffmaster for items. No one else sent in a line. If you don’t keep me posted I can not cover all of this divi- sion. Div. Cor. Vandalia R. R. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased Our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to her reward the beloved wife of our worthy brother, J. F. Pierron, in manisfestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved. That the members of Division No. (Vandalia Ry.), Order of Railroad Telegraphers, extend to the sorrowing members of the afflicted Digitized by v.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1055 family and brother their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and he it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of the division and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. C. R. Shortridge, C. N. Jokes, W. O. Young, Committee. Missouri Pacific Ry. Joplin Division— - It is now Bro. J. E. Hamilton, lately on third Pittsburg, now pulled off. Bro. S. P. Linn, of Englevale, spent his vaca- tion among relatives at Bronaugh, fishing in White River and hunting among the Ozark hills. Bro. A. J. Roberds was off a few days re- cently, relieved by J. W. Simpson. Cornell third pulled off, throwing a six-hour telegraph stunt on Agent Brivogel. Bro. E. M. Richardson, formerly on this divi- sion, later with the C. B. & Q., is now cashier in Purcell Bank, and also is at home. Bro. H. T. Strohl bid in Bronaugh, throwing Gridley on bulletin. T. H. Muir will probably land it which will put Sheldon agency up. Bro. F. C. Porter has been appointed assistant local chairman for the L. & S. side; anyone de- siring to know anything about the Order will be accommodated very willingly. I am indebted to Bro. Christel for some of these items. Our general committee went before the manage- ment on May 26th with our new. proposed schedule. Let’s all get behind this committee to a man and then we won’t feel ashamed of our- selves. C. V. Rowe, L. C. IVichita Division — Bro. Hudelson, who hid in third Ft. Scott, is settled there now. Bro. Twiggs reports some good catches and fishing good at Redfield. Mr. Turner is on third Eureka pending bulle- tin. Toyler, of first Sallyards, bid in second Eureka about two months ago but has not been relieved yet, and Miss Noble is still there. She bid on both second and third at that place and we hope she will land one of them regular. Sister L. E. Twiggs Is back at Batesville after an enjoyable month’s vacation. Piqua agency, up for bids, will no doubt be donated to Bro. Long. Bro. Mott, while attending the Baltimore con- vention, was relieved by Mr. Carroll. Mr. Cohen, Neal second, off on account of sickness was relieved by a new man. Bro. S. Cornett secured Whitewater agency, relieved cn second Rosalia pending bulletin by Mr. Blackman. Please send all news items to Bro. G. E. Twiggs at Recce. If you need any application blanks I can furnish them. G. E. T., Div. Cor. Wagoner District — Geo. Fax has been checked in at Inola; W. J. Fleming, agent Lenapah, bid in Nowata first; P. L. Beightler, bid In second and H. C. Rudi* sell bid in third there. S. P. Hays bid in Inola, and Bro. W. H. Coad, Wichita Division, who has been down in Arkan- sas awhile bid in Braggs, Okla. We are glad to have him on our division. Alma Denning yard second and third and Mul- berry were also on bulletin but your scribe is unable to state who the successful bidders were. Let’s all put a shoulder to the wheel and line up this district 95 per cent strong. I desire a good line up at an early date of all the nons. Boys, on each side ofr them get busy. Cf.rt. 1940. Joplin L. & S. Subdivision — Bro. Lundsford, second Harrisonvillo, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Thco. Wolfe, from the Iron Mountain and he later by C. T. U. Bro. Walters. Bro. Johnson, of the Grand, .is on third Harrisonville pending bulletin. Bro. Broyles, from Sheldon, hid in first Athol, vice Mr. Kuntz. It is now Bro. Gay on third Adrian, pending bulletin. Bro. Lane seeing the sights in Kansas City a few days was relieved at Rich Hill by E. J. Hough. I wish all the boys on this end would let me have their news notes so I can get them to Bro. Rowe by the 15th. Also if any of the brothers know of any nons at their stations or close to them, let me know and I will get after them. We can make it 10a per cent solid if we all keep after them until they join. F. C. Porter, Asst. L. C. Omaha Division , Belt Line — Bro. Biggerstaff, first Sprague St. Jet., on ten days' vacation to Arkansas, relieved Bro. Geo. Forcade, relieved by Bro. McConaha on second. Bro. Kaley, second West Side Jet., starts June 20th for an extended trip west with passes made out for two. Congratulations. Bro. R. W. Sinclair bid in third Nicholas St., and Bro. J. E. O’Brien second So. Omaha. Bro. Jas. Freeder, first Nicholas St., Omaha, after having passed through the Easter Sunday tornado, March 23d, was off for a few days, re- lieved by Bro. Fullington, relieved on second by Bro. Sinclair, and he by Bro. Kaley from West Side Jet. Bro. Freeder suffered a severe shock and caught a bad cold from the effects of the tornado and exposure afterwards, and was later compelled to be relieved again for a week. We are glad to see him back again and hear he is get- ting settled as he lost nearly all his household goods in the tornado. Bro. Kaley, who was with Digitized by Google

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1056 Thk Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Freeder during the storm, was also off duty several days on account of a cold, due to ex- posure. Bro. MacDonald, third Stella, was a recent Omaha visitor. Remember the slogan: “No favors to the man without a card.” Let him paddle his own canoe; it will help to line him up. Omaha Division , South End — Bro. M. Williams, agent Leavenworth Jet., was off fifteen days attending the Baltimore conven- tion, relieved by Bro. J. L. Martin, and he by Bro. R. E. Davis. Bro. Williams has quit the chicken business and gone to gardening. Boys, be patient. We will get that new schedule bye and bye. Remember, the harder the fight the greater the victory. Let it not be said of you that you lost faith and gave up the fight before it was half finished. The yardmaster at Atchison presented what he thought to be his laundry ticket to a celestial there, who returned it, making many gestures and saying, “No savy.” He had given him a destination copied by Bro. H. W. Drake, of “S.“ The wedding bells will soon be ringing for Bro. N. R. Blanchard, of third Wolcott, and Bro. W. A. Hall, agent Reserve. Congratulations. Mr. Peterson, third Nearman, has gone to third Atchison “S,” relieved by Mr. W. W. Cook, who later went to second Julian, vice Mr. C. H. Fuller, of Falls City. Bro. E. T. Dyer, second union depot Leaven- worth, was off recently to clean house, relieved by Mr. Wright. Bro. Morris, second Atchison “S“ office, was relieved a few days by S. M. Keithline, of third there. Understand Sister L. E. Barnes, agent Oak Mills, will take second there. Recent positions awarded: Third — Huron, J. E. Herod, Padonia; Nicholas Street, Omaha, Bro. R. W. Sinclair, South Omaha; Sprague Street, Omaha, Bro. C. J. McDonald, Stella; South Omaha, Bro. A. E. Sole. Nights — Padonia, Bro. C. M. Williams, Murray. Second — Julian, W. W. Cook, Nearman; Murray, Bro. A. E. Sole, Julian; First — Weeping Water, Bro. Frederickson, Ban- croft. Bancroft agency and third Nearman and Murray on bulletin. New members: R. E. Davis and J. R. Tolliver, extra, and C. M. Williams, Padonia nights. The writer appreciates the help of Bro. James Freeder, first Nicholas Street, Omaha, with the notes. Time! oh, time, turn back in your flight, And let the non work just one night. Let him work twelve hours long From the fall of twilight ’till the break of dawn. And while his forty per he is earning Let him keep the switch lights burning. Then we shall see how loud he will sing: “The O. R. T. never got me anything.*’ “NI“ at “J.” Colorado Division — Tribune agency and Olmitz nights on bnlletii). Bro. Tanquary is back at Haswell, after a lay- off on account of the serious illness of his wife who has greatly improved, and we all hope will continue to do so. The brothers working with the nons and dehn quents on this division, or near them, should ascertain why they continue to play “tag” with the rest of us, and try to get them in- Their names and addresses can be secured from the undersigned. It would only take a little exertion to line all of them up. Kindly mail me your items by the fifteenth of each month, so we can have a good write-up from this division. Bro. Shockley bid in Horace third, and Bro. Connors has Sheridan Lake nights temporarily until other matters can be adjusted in his favor. F. E. Miler, Div. Cor., Cert. 1323. St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern Ry. Central Division — Inola third was bid in by S. P. Hays, a new man, vice Mr. Fox; and Braggs second by Bro. Coad, later sent to Spadra, Ark. He also re- lieved Sister Prixlcy for ten days, and did some extra w’ork at Russellville. Bro. Milton, the oldest man, bid on second Alma, but it was given to Mr. Edmonds, a new man. G. M. Reed, agent Claremore. was relieved by Bro. Conway for ten days. Bro. Maxwell made a trip over this district recently. Our general chairman is always a wel- come visitor. . We look for a good peach crop from Arkansas this year. No change was made in the tricks at Nowata, as the boys there were the oldest to bid on the tricks. We are looking for quite a few applications before July 1st on this division. We hope next month we can say that this divi- sion is 95 per cent strong. C. M. Carskaden at Van Buren has a new $J5 diamond, and, being a rather timid fellow, has bribed one of the brothers down the line to break the news to “Kate." Bro. C. R. Golden, all by himself at Palarm, must be lonesome working with two nons. We will have to help him get them in. Bros. B. Benedict and I. L. Gibbons are very busy these days with the college affairs and the strawberry season. Bro. M. T. Johnson, agent Plumerville, is shipping from one to three can of berries daily. Bro. G. K. Barger, at Morrilton, is also ship- ping from one to half a dozen cars, with teams lined up for two blocks awaiting their turn at the unloading platform. There are more than 1,000 acres in strawberries in that vicinity. Bro. C. H. Haskins, agent Atkins, has a fin* garden and fully understands how to take care of it. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1057 Bro. Obe Davidson, on vacation was relieved by Bro. Spencer, and Bro. A. M. Henslee, visit- ing some of the Southern States, by J. M. Mon- day. Bro. R. R. Henderson, third Knoxville, on thirty days' visit to relatives at Chanute and other Kan- sas towns, was relieved by J. L. Husted. Bro. S. T. Parker, of Denning yard, drafted for emergency work during the high water, is now at Sweet Home. Bro. Edmondson, of Mor- rilton, was included in the same order, but man- aged to get away from it some way. Trains No. 118 and 120 now run vfa the Clarksville branch, which is quite a convenience to the patrons at Clarksville. Bro. T. W. Harned came near winning an auto- mobile in thje Fort Smith contest. He secured <ome valuable furniture as second prize. Alma telegraph station is closed from 6 p. m. until 10 o’clock, when Bro. A. L. Bagwell goes to work with a big rush of messages and other strawberry “-dope.” About fifteen jobs have been bulletined during the last thirty days, which has caused considerable changing around. Since the advent of the parcel post the boys have been taxed about to the limit in many places. Ckrts. 79 and 1940. St. Louis & San Francisco R. R. Southeastern Division — H. B. Nelson relieved at Coal Creek, a gar- nishee having been placed against his check. Mr. Scharer is on third Adamsville. Bro. Hainey goes to Quincy third on account of phones being cut out on south end. Ex- Bro. B. G. Aly, from the A. B. & A., re- lieved Bro. Mitchell’s wife on second Coal Creek. J. D. Mothershed, from the W. U. at Savannah, Ga., on third trick, relieved Mr. Scharer, a new man from the L. & N. on third. Bro. Bruner, from Warfield, bid in Quinton agency, vice W. E. Rutter, who was killed on the main line just north of there about two months ago, by engine No. 961. “Sunshine” Thomas bid In Thomas Jet., second. W. A. McCord is at “YD” Ninth Avenue yard. Three boys sent out from a Springfield business college were unable to get a train order over the phone and had to return. Several new offices opened up on this division recently, requiring telegraphers instead of phon- ers. Several brother phoners out of service and several transferred to other phone jobs recently. We have not had a write-up for several months. Every member should write up his views on sub- jects of interest for the journal. When anything goes wrong on your division, advise your local chairman. Don't be worried about the new garnishee and discharge system. The courts are open for your redress, and ho one will be garnisheed who will show a disposition to pay his bills. “In union there is strength.” Get in the nons. Cert. 1118. Eastern Division — Bro. Allen to “MS,” relieved by Bro. Foster, and he on first Crocker by Mr. Burd. Frye, of Webster Grove, goes to Stoutland, Bro. Tipton to Florida. Brothers, get busy and line up the young boys working reliefs. Mr. Logan has returned to third Dixon. Penn- ington, a new man from the “Penny,” going to second Richland. Fishing must be good, as lots of the boys are laying off these days. Cert. 1859. Baltimore & Ohio R. R. Wheeling Division — NOTICE. Bro. C. L. McFarland has been appointed L. B. of A. for the C. L. & W. District, vice Bro. H. A. Schultz, resigned, and Br6. F. V. Chambers, Hannibal, Ohio, has been reappointed L. B. of A. for the Short Line District. Fraternally, C. L. Allender, Local Chairman. Wheeling Division Notes — Bro. L. B. Tennant, of Underwood, has re- turned from a brief vacation, during which he joined the benedicts. Congratulations and best wishes, Bro. and Mrs. Tennant. Bro. W. W. Little has resumed duty at Win- ona, after moving to Hammond, W. Va. Bro. C. W. Hicks returned, after a few days at home in Cameron, and went to second Ben- wood. Bro. A. C. Hawkins relieved Bro. H. L. Clel- land on second Benton Ferry, while at the Balti- more convention. Bro. A. G. Heck has set up his second wire- less station on the “farm,” and now handles agriculture reports there and war and navy news from his home station in Barrackville. Bro. J. E. Mathews and wife visited friends at Cameron recently. Only ten of the brothers attended the meeting at Fairmont, May 14th. Bros. Wilson and Single- ton, the only representatives of the Monongah Division, made up in enthusiasm and energy for the lack of numbers, and plans were laid for a big meeting at that point next month. The general committee is working on a new schedule, and needs the support of every mem- ber of the entire system. The outlook on this division is favorable, but we must make every effort possible to build up a solid organization. After you read your Telegraphers distribute them among the nons, in nider that they may familiarize themselves with the O. R. T. work and send in their applications without sending organizers over the division after them. Bro. C. W. Linn has moved his family from Grafton to Wheeling. Bro. C. E. Fleming has returned to Barrack- ville, after a six months’ leave relieved by W. F. Hawkins. Digitized by Gock ,

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1058 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. A. G. Youst, first Glover Gap, while at- tending the safety committee meeting at Wheel- ing was relieved by A. S. Rushford, first Man- ington, and he by A. G. Hueck, Barrack vi lie. Bro. C. L.* Allendcr, second Littleton, is with the general committee at Baltimore, relieved by L. E. Wilson, second Marington. Bro. J. K. Payne, of Benwood, is off on ac- count of sickness. Bro. W. M. Killen, second “DK” tower, is on Valentin, relieved by E. M. Ludig. Bro. M. T. Burgy, third “HN” Benwood, bid in third Narrows, and W. P. Shlvlen, third Narrows, bid in third Bridgeport. J. W. Mitchell is on second St. Clairsville, Jet., vice E. E. Withrow. Bro. P. B. France, first Maynard, is in “FY,” relieved by W. H. Johnson. Bro. C. F. Ross is at Maynard extra. Bro. A. M. Talbott, “HO” tower Holloway, on fifteen days' vacation, was relieved by H. F. Barnes. Mrs. Fannie Turner, first Chestnut Hill, was sick recently, and the office was closed from 6 a. m. to 3 p. m.. Bro. L. F. Forrest, first Foster, has returned from an extended vacation, relieved by L. Loftus. Cert. 754- B. & O. S. W., Indiana and Illinois Divisions — Brothers, let's wake up to our duty and make this good old O. R. T. one of the most glorious and manly orders in the land. Bro. H. Tobias, third Deputy, is moving his household goods there. Bro. R. Cook has left second Watson, relieved by Bro. W. C. Doty. Bro. G. L. Badger appointed agent Marysville, vice Bro. C. B. DeCamp, who bid in third Browns- town. Bro. H. W. Gaither bid in third Blocher, vice Bro. Badger. Bro. E. C. Harmon, first Otisco, contemplates going Into business shortly, also Bro. Joe Mc- Gowan, second Marysville. “The Owl.” Chicago & Eastern Illinois Ry. Chicago Division — Ex-Bro. W. N. Daniel, formerly agent at Wat- seka, who resigned about two years ago, is now yardmaster at Momence Jet. Bros. C. G. Kruse and G. W. Kruse, first and second Woodland Jet., were off recently three days, on account of the death of their father. Montgomery, second Watseka, and Burton, third Woodland Jet., doubled at “JO,” and Payne and Prough doubled at Watseka during their absence. Bro. Sherrill, agent Pittwood, bid in second there, and Bro. Hornbuckle the agency. Men are working on the Pittwood tower. Bro. Johnson, first Mo. Jet., has resigned to accept a position as assistant examiner. We are glad to see Bro. Johnson step up. Bro. Cooper, third “NE” tower, landed first Mo. Jet. Bro. Phillips, agent Wellington, attended the Baltimore convention. Bro. Fitzhenry, first “HJ” tower, who had an operation performed on his nose, is now having hemorrhages and Is not ex pected to live. He is being relieved by Mr. Mil- ler, from the “Big Four.” Bros. Burton and Shotts attended the recent ball game at Woodland. Bro. S. O. Frankenberger, agent Woodland, visited relatives at Goodland, Ind., and Bro. Paul Hampton, third Coaler, was in Momence recently. F. D. Hutchison Is our new third trick dia- patcher. Pittwood and Papineau, closed a few days, have been reopened on account of increased business. Bro. Paul Odum, third Goodwine, is now with the B. & O. near St. Louis. H. D. Hodges, second Bryce, home on ten days’ leave, was relieved by Operator McCoy. L. R Brown, third Bryce, off on account of sickness, was relieved by M. C. Murphy. Miss Bessie Wilson is back on third Reilly, after an extended leave, relieving Mr. Connatti, who goes to third Block. Mr. Holcombe, second Fountain Creek, resigned on short notice, causing the agent and Mr. Lay ton, who relieved Mr. Cochran, resigned, on third there to double. During the high water several of the main line passenger trains were annulled and run via Villa Grove. Mr. Gebbink, third Royal, resigned, relieved by Mr. Grimm. Mr. McCoy, third Goodwine, transferred to Bongard agency, relieved by Mr. Monahan on Momence Jet. first, and he by Mr. Laws. Agent Hubble at Bongard later bid in third Goodwine. Div. Co*. Villa Grove District — Bro. J. R. Wilson, agent Reilly, was assaulted by a stockman on May lith, who was using com- pany material without authority. We trust the company will give him the full extent of the law, and that Bro. Wilson will soon be with us again. Bro. W. H. Keeler, third Gerald, resigned on account of his father being too ill to run the farm. He was relieved by Ex-Bro. O. G. Neal, from the O. S. L. Sister G. R. Smith, Gerald, has returned from her vacation. The party who has been causing a lot of trouble on message wire No. 24 has been located, and he don’t carry a card. Bro. Hubble, third Goodwine, looks becoming out in the garden watching his wife use the hoe. He evidently believes in women's rights. Bro. Brown, agent Tipton, bid in Freeland Park agency. Boys, let’s do our part in helping “VG” dispatchers get trains over the line. Bro. Hampton, third Coaler, is reported to have fallen off the Brooklyn bridge at Momence early one morning returning from a chicken party re- cently. Many thanks to Bro. C. D. Smith, Gerald. If some more of you boys “come across,” we will wake up this old pike. Boost a little and let's stir ’em up. Send your news to C. A. Payne, Div. Cor.. Watseka, Ill- Digitized by c.ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1059 Pere Marquette R. R. Chicago Division — I desire to extend my thanks to the brothers who supported me for local chairman. I appreci- ate the confidence you have thus placed in me, and will put forth every effort to show good re- sults. But, remember, brothers, I can not do it alone, and any assistance you can give will be very greatly appreciated. Do not jump at conclusions in regard to matters that you do not exactly understand, but get the facta first from your local chairman if in doubt. We want to make our division the best, and, with the aid of all, there are no reasons why it can not be done. At the last regular meeting, held in Benton Har- bor, Bro. I. B. Henderson, of that place, was appointed correspondent for this division, and Bro. M. A. Morford of Grand Haven, for the Muskegon Division. If every member will assist these brothers by keeping them posted as to vacancies, changes, etc., there is no reason why we can’t have a good write-up in the journal every month. All items must reach the correspondent not later than the twentieth of each month. Let us all get busy and see if we can’t make our division a topnotcher. H. W. Smith, Local Chairman. Chicago Division Notes — The last two or three meetings have not been very well attended. Boys, some of you do not seem to realize the good we are getting out of these meetings. Don’t allow yourselves to be absent from one of them. Get your transporta- tion and be “Johnny on the spot’’ when the time comes. Don’t leave the work for a few of us to do. We want you all present. Unless you attend these meetings regularly, you will never know what is going on or just how you stand. We have started right; now put forth every effort to keep the good thing going. Every mem- ber make it a personal matter to see that there is at least one representative sent from his office each time, and there will be forty to fifty present at every meeting. In future every member make a special effort to be present. We still have three or four nons on the Chi- cago Division, and we expect to write up every man making any excuse. We have given them all a chance to show their colors, and if they do not take advantage of the good afforded them by becoming members of the Order, then they de- serve no sympathy from us. Bro. Morlan, second Benton Harbor, is now cashier at the local freight office there, relieved by Bro. R. H. Andrews, later resigned and gone West, relieved by Bro. Z. W. Davis, from the C. P. R., until bid in by Bro. Johnson, from sec- ond New Richmond, relieved by Bro. Wood, from the B. & O., transferred to Division 39. We trust he will stay with us and attend our meetings at Benton Harbor. Bro. Mintline, second New Richmond, has also gone West, and Bro. W. E. Johnson, agent there, has been relieved for sixty days, and expects to make a similar tour. We hope he will discover a gold mine. Bro. Harris, second New Richmond, relieved Bro. Johnson, and a new man is now on the “owl” trick. Bro. J. E. Bowerman is now acting agent at Michigan City, vice H. H. Perrine, resigned. Bro. Coolidge, third Wyoming, called home on April 23d on account of the death of his father at Hudson, Mass., was relieved by Bro. Kirk, from the Lake Shore. Bro. M. A. Morford, of Grand Haven has re- signed, relieved by R. Simpson pending bulletin. We understand Bro. Morford will make music his business in the future, and we all wish him suc- cess. Bro. House has left third Porter, relieved by W. L. Parker, a new man from the M. C. I have Bro. Jacobs to thank for sending in items this month. We hope others will contribute next month. Div. Cot. Erie R. R. New York Dixnsion — Bros. Newman, first vice-president, and Husted, our general chairman, recently held a series of very interesting meetings at Jersey City, Paterson, N. J., and Goshen, N. Y. It was surely gratify- ing to see the boys attend in such goodly num- bers and the earnestness and determination dis- played. Let us all try to remember what these brothers said to us, and be ready at all times to assert our manhood. Let us get in the nons working next to us. They may only be waiting to have some- thing explained that may not be just clear to them. Remember what Bro. Newman said about approaching the nons in a gentlemanly way. Show them that they need us and we need them to make the O. R. T. the grand success on the Erie that it is on other roads. Let us all be courteous on the wire with one another. Then when we meet each other face to face we will have nothing to be ashamed of. Everyone take an interest in the organization and keep our local chairman posted as to what jobs are open and should be advertised. Don’t wait for someone else to do so. That someone else may be waiting for you to do it. Bro. Cole- man will be glad to hear from us at any time. Enthusiasm is contagious. Let us see if we can’t awaken the old-time interest we had on the Erie years ago, when Division 4 2 was first organized, that Bro. Coleman takes so much pleasure in speaking about. Remember the obligation we all signed in good faith and pledged our sacred honor to live up to. Encourage the brotherly feeling toward one an- other that we should always have. That will make nons realize what they are missing by not being one of us and make them anxious to join. Never get discouraged or bacome pessimistic. When you have a grievance, take it up with the chief operator, chief dispatcher or station super- visor, and keep a copy of your letter to them. Digitized by Google

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1060 The Railroad Telegrapher. If they say they are unable to adjust the matter, send your letters and the answers you receive to your local chairman for adjustment. If you don’t receive an acknowledgment after a reasonable time, write him again, as letters sometimes go astray, and it takes time to do these things. Your local chairman is not a mind-reader and has no way of knowing your grievances unless you tell him and has no right to take up any grievance unless you refer it to him requesting him to do so. Never speak disrespectfully of the Order, the officers or any brother. Always boost and never knock. Wear your button and show that you are proud of your membership in the organization. If you haven’t a button, send Bro. Quick 50 cents and he will send you a nice gold-filled one. Remember, brothers, that the Order of Railroad Telegraphers is just what you and I and the forty-five thousand other members make of it, and its success depends upon each one of us doing our full duty. Let us not be content to just carry a card, but all be workers, and this grand old organ- ization will never know a failure. Bro. Garland, first “MQ,” will soon be wel- comed back again, and he will no doubt see that Mr. Mann and McNamara also renew their mem- bership in a short time. Bro. Wood and also Mr. Hock, proprietor of the St. Elmo Hotel at Goshen, have our thanks for the use of the room there for Bros. Newman and Hustcd to hold their meeting. Bro. Farren, third Grey Court, doubled there three days — the law’s limit — while Bro. Burns was sick. Bros. Gaffney and Carswell are on first and second Vails Gate Jet., making it solid, and Goshen soon will be, as Mr. Carr, on second, expects to be up to date again shortly. It is now Bro. Grady on third and Mr. Reilly on first “JD.” Mr. Utter, first “BQ,” is now with the Lehigh & Hudson River, relieved by Mr. Thorne. Arrangements are being made to hold a day and evening meeting each month at Paterson, N. J. Bro. Coleman will advise everyone of the date and time, and every member Is urged to attend. Don’t let the baseball games, fishing trips or a couple of extra hours’ sleep keep you away — nothing except sickness or death. The morning meeting at Paterson on May 10th had an attendance of about thirty, and the even- ing meeting about twenty-five. At the morn- ing the following brothers were elected and in- stalled to preside at the future monthly meetings: W. S. Dean, chief telegrapher; L. A. Utter, first vice, and E. J. Busher, second vice. F. W. Coleman was elected past chief; J." W. Morgan, marshal; J. H. Dunn, outside and inside sentinel, and I was elected secretary and treasurer. We will appreciate your presence and efforts to make these meetings interesting and bring some other brother with you; also any grievance you may have, as that is the place to present them. Bro. J. V. Lyons, second message trick Port Jervis, displaced by Mr. Newkirk, second Middle- town, displaced by G. Fields, from third Otisville, abolished when automatic signals were installed. Mr. Fields has since resigned. Middletown sec- ond now open, and Bro. Lyons goes to general offices. New York City. E. P. Nolan, second “BC” tower, was relieved a few days recently by Bro. Reardon. Bro. Carswell, second “VG,” is going to the N. Y. O. & W. Railway. We are sorry to lose him, as he never missed a meeting. We wish him success. H. G. Thorne has gone with the C. N. E., re- lieved on first “BS” by Mr. Riley. Bro. McGrady’s daughter is sick with measles. Bro. Haton, while sick with the grippe, was relieved by Bro. Ladin, relieved by Bro. Bach- man, relieved by Bro. Prince. Bro. F. J. Watson, agent Clifton, gets Tuxedo, N. Y., agency, relieving D. G. Whittaker, ap- pointed relief agent, vice B. E. Bailey, gone with the N. Y. C. It is now Bro. Argelo, second “XK,” and Bros. Clifford and Hoyt, ticket clerks, respectively, at Tuxedo and Suffern. Bro. Carlin, second “SH,” bid in first there, vice Bro. McCrea, deceased. Second "SH” bid in by Bro. Pithkiley. Bro. Verian is back on second Newark again, after a severe siege of pneumonia. Bro. Coleman, our delegate to the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Bro. Prince. Twenty-five new members were initiated and fifteen old ones reinstated during the last twenty days, and a lot more new members in sight is very encouraging, indeed. Bro. Pithkiley bid m second “DQ,” relieved on third Ramsey on bid by Bro. Sanderson. Send me the changes and other items by the sixteenth of the month, so we can have some- thing in every issue of The Telegrapher. Give names of places instead of office calls, write only on one side of the paper, and don’t use the sta- tionery of other roads. My address is now Suffern, N. Y. E. A. Cooper, Div. Cor. New York Division Notes — The faithful old guards. God bless them, who have paid up year after year have cause to be proud of Division 42 as well as the volunteers who are ready to stand by us. But the “old guards," must continue to get volunteers and see that the recruits pay up. They are good union men, but are sometimes inclined to drift along with tide. Inject some of your “sticktoitiveness” into their composition. It is surprising and encouraging to see how easy it is to get applications for new members. Your correspondent secured five in three days. Let us keep up the missionary work, no matter if the nons on the division are becoming “as scarce as hen’s teeth.’’ The informal meetings held along the line by the committee were very well attended, showing that the committee had the unconditional support of all. Bro. Newman was well received and made Digitized by

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1061 a very favorable impression as a man of few words, many facts and full of fight; aud Bro. Coleman and Bro. Husted’s timely words were right to the point. But we are only just com- mencing. Get your shoulders to the wheel, brothers, and don’t allow yourselves to drift along with the tide. The day meetings at Paterson should be well attended, as nearly all the second and last-trick men of the division can attend. You know why we haven’t been solid in the past. Let us make this venture to preserve our present solidity. Write to Bro. Coleman approving of day meetings, and when they are established attend them, even if you have to leave the wife at home to wash her own breakfast dishes. Our genial Bro. Watson, now agent at Tuxedo, has several commendatory letters from the “big boss” in reference to his capture of a couple of burglars who were robbing his station at Clifton. “Watso” says he may need them some day when he applies for a job in the “Woolly West.” Bro. Fred Earl has recovered from his illness sufficiently to work at Arden. Bro. Sweeney, from Arden, has Bro. Earl’s trick at “NJ,” on tempo- rary vacancy clause. Bro. Dunn recently mentioned farming as pref- erable to railroading. Bro. Matt McGrady asked him: “What is the difference between a broom- stick and a head of cabbage?” When Bro. Dunn gave it up, Bro. Me. replied : “You’d be a fine fellow to send for a head of cabbage.” It is now Bro. J. S. Angelo on third “XK.” Bro. Dean holds a letter of commendation from the “big boss,” besides having his name placed on the roll of honor in the Erie Magazine. Bro. Dean says that flowers and kind words will be acceptable enough at his funeral, but it’s more pay he needs just now. E. J. Bucher, Cert. 452. Newburgh Branch — Division 42 is now approaching the crisis in its history, on trial for its life, so to speak, and we, as members, are the witnesses to produce the evi- dence that will make it a foregone conclusion that the jury will bring in a verdict of “not guilty.” The opportunity to redeem the past is within our grasp. Let us make the most of it. We have been too easy going, and, while not con- tented by any means with the existing state of affairs, we have been inclined to put off the evil day until, as Bro. Newman told us, it is now up to us, and I feel quite certain that every O. R. T. man has confidence in himself, and in the organization of which he is a member, that a united effort now and a solid front in the future will put us in the front rank and keep us there. Brothers, let us all keep up the O. R. T. spirit every day in the year. Make a special effort to get to the meetings, so that we may get better acquainted. Get after the nons. They are only waiting to have the necessary papers presented, with an explanation as to what the O. R. T. really is and what it will mean to them. Bro. Coleman would like to hear from every man in regard to the day and night meetings at Paterson, Jersey City and Gofehen. Second and third men can and should support these meetings. Let him know your views on the subject. Bro. Caswell, a new man, is on second “VG.” If the rest of us don’t wake up, there soon won't be any nons for us to work on, the way Bro. Bucher is capturing them. Bro. Noonan was at the recent Goshen meeting. It is again Bro. Garland on first “MQ.“ Eddie didn’t “mean to” slide out backwards, and he’s now on his feet again. Brothers, if any of you ever get off the beaten track as far as New Windsor, there is a brother there; don’t know his name. He and Sister Brown, at Mahwah, must feel as though they were being left out in the cold, and dare say they would both be glad to have any of the brothers drop in any time if only for a few min- utes. Some of the brothers get busy down on the cast end and send in some notes. The new interlocking plant at “NJ” is still a long ways from completion. Bro. Sweeney says all the new tower needs is bars at the windows to make it look like a jail. He’ll think he is in jail all right when he gets to “hossing” those new switches during the morning rush. It will probably be our turn to get the phones next. Wonder if the company will want us to pay for them, the same as the brothers on the Delaware and Meadville Divisions did. Are we going to? I should worry. Apologies to Bro. Cooper for infringing on his job. Told him I’d do it. W. S. Dean, Cert. 481. Jefferson Division — A goodly number of telegraphers and signal phone men attended the meeting held at Susque- hanna recently by Bro. Newman, and also at Thompson on May 1st, when Bro. Gallagher, local chairman from Deposit, held a meeting there. Bros. J. E. Fitzgerald, third Ararat, was unable to attend any of these meetings, there being no relief telegrapher on the division then. Claude Zeigler, first “HN” tower, is filling that position. G. L. Foster, third Thompson, relieved at Hank- ins agency, Delaware Division, while Mr. Borland was laid up with rheumatism. R. M. Walker is now with the New Haven System, relieved on Starrucca first by W. A. Wil- liams. G. M. Alden, first Forest City, resigned, re- lieved by F. A. Hugaboom. A. R. Morris is back on third Uniondale, after an attack of measles. Bro. H. W. Whitney, second “PC” tower, was off recently, owing to the illness of his mother. Wedding bells will soon be ringing for some of the boys, and several more nons will be with us next pay-day. Bro. A. H. 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1062 The Railroad Telegrapher. William Connors has been assigned Lanesboro second, and C. E. Allen is back on first Thomp- son, after relieving some of the other men on the division. Bros. D. R. King and O. P. Beardslee, agents at Thompson and Starrucca, attended the ball game at Scranton on May 13th. G. C. Tennant, agent Herrick Centre, attended court recently at Montrose. Cert. 1176. Susquehanna Division — Owing to Bro. Pierson being tied up with other roads, Bro. Newman took charge of our schedule matter which is an assurance that it will be handled in an able manner. The Erie boys, voted close to 100 per cent strong to back up our claims for a fair schedule, and we are proud of them. It has resulted in a great many joining, who heretofore hung back and made excuses for not going. They realize that without the O. R. T. they would be helpless and the Allegheny divi- sion, where there have been so many “nons,” is now nearly solid. Only three still out and we will soon get them. We asked for an increase and were offered a cut on this division, because telephones had been installed, but it did not go into effect, because we stood up like men for our just dues. We are the lowest paid road in the country. We have been trying to get an increase for some time and you all know the result of our efforts so far. Among our new brothers are: S. C. Moseson, D. L. Cole and A. J. Nolan. We are glad to wel- come them into the good old Order. Bro. J. E. Wezloski bid in second “MJ.” Bro. and Sister E. F. Ferguson of Wellsburg and their little son, Lawrence, attended the con- vention in Baltimore, and had an enjoyable time. Sister Mrs. E. J. Hesscr, who started for the convention, had an attack of tonsilitis on the train and was obliged to return, is now able to be around the house again. Bro. Derrig. of Waverly, contemplates attending the Gate Tenders Convention at Gang Mills next month. Clarence Poyneer is 5th vice president, of this association. We had the pleasure of having for our guests in Elmira, last Tuesday, the governor of this State, Hon. W111. Sulzer. He came here to speak in the interest of the “Direct State-wide Primary Bill/’ which will be greatly to the advantage of the working class if it becomes a law. Every rail- road man in the State of New York should write his representative and urge him to stand for this bill and if he does not stand for it, kick him out next term. We, the working class should have some say as to who will be nominated for these offices, instead of walking up to the ballot box and voting for “machine” picked men. Wake up, don’t let the trusts do all your thinking for you. I wish to thank Bro. S. L. Jackson for the able manner in which he handled the affairs of the second division during my eight weeks’ absence in California, and also wish to thank Bros. Mason and Beach for the good write-ups they put in during that time. Cert. 243. Cincinnati Division — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward our beloved brother, Lloyd Courtney; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy be it Resolved , That the members of Erie System No. 4a Order of Railroad Telegraphers extend to the sorrowing parents and members of the afflicted family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved parents, a copy spread upon the minutes of the Division and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. J. F. Stough, C. R. Steve, E. S. Wiltrout, A. N. Haley. Committee. Canadian Northern Ry. Dauphin, Man., May 5, 1913. Members Division No. 43: Eleven new members were added to this division in April, eight by initiation and three by transfer. We are opening up new stations now and secur- ing extra men for relief work. Assist your local chairman in securing new members and have mem- bers from other divisions transferred to our divi- sion. G. H. Palmer, Gen. Sec. and Treas. South End — Bro. Law had his pants pressed, etc., and went to the big show in Baltimore. Bro. Underbakke has bought a cash register with an adding machine attachment, to keep track of his overtime. Bro. Milloy was unable to be present at the last meeting, owing to illness. We hope he is O. K. again. There was a big attendance at the meeting Sun- day, March 30th. Unfortunately the brothers from Goose Lake points were scarce. A general busi- ness discussion was had and a flash light photo taken. Try and have the next one better repre- sented from the west end. The farmers’ jewelry movement has started, and it’s fine "biz” to truck in three gang plows before taking the cornflakes in the morning. Bro. Menzies bought his first Easter hat this year, and claims he didn’t mind it at all. Bro. Greve entertained the grain commissioners recently. Bro. Strong has petitioned to President Wilson to include chewing tobacco in the free list on the new tariff, especially the “Old Kentucky” brand. As far as I know the south end is solid. Any non overlooked speak up. Bro. Berger is trying to figure out “is it wi«t for a telegrapher to get married.” Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1063 How these trainmen love you if you are there with the highball. Ex-General Chairman Willis gets Prince Albert on bulletin. Div. Cor. Central Division, District No. 4. — The Order has had a wonderful growth since the meeting of the Grand Division in Toronto two years ago, and we are looking for very interesting reports of the work accomplished at the recent convention at Baltimore. Bro. W. W. Stirling, through the columns of The Telegrapher wishes to thank all the broth- ers who supported and elected him local chairman for this district and also for the honor paid him in selecting him to represent us at Baltimore. We are very sorry to hear of the serious illness of Bro. Spearman, of Underhill, and sincerely hope he will soon be able to resume duty again. Bro. MacArthur is relieving him. We are glad to learn that we will soon be call- ing the agent at Dunrea, brother. Bro. W. A. Forde, of Portage, La Prairie, is relieving Bro. Stirling, during his absence. We congratulate Bros. Paulson, of Glenavon, and Upton, of Vibank, the stork having paid them a visit recently. Bro. Stanton of “AR” now closed is at Wood- worth agency. Bro. McLeod, recently relieving at Fairlight, is now relieving Bro. Avery at Candiac, and Bro. Dallard is back at Fairlight again. Bro. W. B. Howes, who bid in Forward is on a trip to the coast and a new man is at Forward, pending his return. Bro. Squibb is now at South Moose Jaw, vice Bro. Howes transferred. Rev. and Mrs. McAdie paid a recent visit to their son, Bro. McAdie, Kipling nights. The correspondent wishes to thank Bro. Stirling and the brothers in “D” office for material contri- buted to this write-up. Brothers, send any news, changes or notes you can by the 20th of the month to Bro. Eck at “D” or Bro. McAdie at “K” so we can have a real good monthly write-up like the Burlington and some of the other roads east. Ckrt. 827. Central of Georgia Ry. Chattanooga Division — Several “knights of the key,” have caught the measles. Bro. Wilson of “RN,” one of the victims was relieved by Bro. Addison. Bro. Bledsoe while absent several days was relieved by Bro. King, who also relieved Bro. Lewis, when called home to the bedside of his mother, who was very sick. Later relieved Br«. Butler, of Durham, off on a few days’ pleasure trip. Bro. Miller, of Rome, while attending the Chattanooga-Atlanta game at Chattanooga, was re- lieved by a man from the Postal. Bro. Addison is with his wife who is very ill at her home in Lyerly. Mr. Gay, from Abbeville, is relieving him, we sincerely hope Mrs. Addison will soon recover. Several changes at Newman lately. There’s a new outfit there now. Bro. Allen “QN” wishes to urge upon the boys the necessity of answering the wires more promptly and also give the 4 p. m.-i7 report special attention. The improvement over last month is gratifying, but he hopes for still greater effi- ciency. By consulting the time table, which desig- nates the hours of telegraph service, lots of time can be utilized at other duties about your office, before wires are cut-in, previous to the hours of duty of the telegraphers at other offices. Cert. 496. Denver & Rio Grande R. R. Utah Lines , Green River Division — B. C. Cousert relieving Mr. Grubbs, Fruita second on vacation was relieved on third Wood- side by J. S. MacDowell, who later took second Woodside, vice Mr. McClowley, resigned. R. C. Wilson is now on third Woodside. Bro. S. L. Williams concluded to remain on first Price after bidding in Thompson agency and D. M. Jones from Park City then bid it in. Thompson opened May 1st, Bro. Grossman on first, Bro. Cantley on second and T. F. Glenn on third. Bro. Thurmond has returned from Price to Westwater. Mr. Hanson, from Denver going to Cisco second, vice McMullen on vacation. C. A. Williamson has resigned at Cisco and gone cast. Bro. Mark's remains were taken to Denver. Bros. Brown and Ludlan started a subscription for a floral design, which was put on train No. 6 at Pueblo through the good work of Bro. A. E. Rob- erts. A large number of brothers attended the funeral at Denver. A number of good brothers and others up-to-date subscribed for the design. We thank them for their generosity. Csrt. 406. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward the beloved brother of our Bro. R. B. Marks, in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy be it Resolved, That the members of the Green River Division No. 49 Order of Railroad Telegraphers extend to the sorrowing brother and the mem- bers of his afflicted family our heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement, and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division and a copy for- warded to The Railroad Telegrapher for publi- cation. J. J. Ludlam, O. M. Walk, C. E. Brown. Committee. Digitized by CjOOQle

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1064 The Railroad Telegrapher. First Division — Bro. YY'ehrly, Larkspur, off 60 days was relieved by Mr. Thigpen. Bro. ftogue, second Colorado Springs, bid in Pikeview and escaped the tourist business '‘roast” at Colorado Springs this season. Bro. Charvoz, Eden third, bid in his old job at Canon City. Bro. Reed, of Buttes, is about to try the fruit ranch business in the Penrose district. Success to him. Bro. Schlaf, who was relieving Local Chairman Moore, has gone on his ranch near Canon City for the summer. Bro. Roberts, our delegate from this district to the Baltimore convention, visited at his old home in Syracuse, New York, after the convention closed. Bro. J. R. Easterly has returned to Rouse Jet. from Carbondale, says the job was too strenuous for him. Bro. H. J. Dittbrenner from Rouse Jet. bid in Walsenburg days. "Dad” YVright, is threatening to resign again at Rouse, but we hope he stays with us another twenty years. Cert. 41. Second District, Salida to Pueblo — All the boys sticking close as the weather is too cool yet for the summer lay off. Bro. L. E. Erickson is not coming back to third Parkdale and it will be bulletined. Bro. H. J. Dittbrenner, was relieved on Park- dale third, went to Rouse Jet. as agent and teleg- rapher. Bro. Charvoz bid back third Canon City, and Bro. Chief is now in ‘‘SB.” Bro. Challis can supply the boys on the second district with all the springers and broilers they can use. Bros. Stovall, Evans and Roush at Swallows were each off several days recently on account of sickness, relieved by N. P. Stover. The old bunch is back at “YVA” again. It is now Bro. Stover. “JO.” Bessemer & Lake Erie R. R. CARD OF THANKS. YY;e desire to convey to the members of Division No. 51 our sincere appreciation for the many ex- pressions of love and sympathy especially for the beautiful floral offerings of roses sent us in our recent bereavement in the loss of our beloved daughter, Catherine Gladys, age 15 years. Mr. and Mrs. J. Yr. Forrest, and Miss Emaline Forrest, Daughter. Southern Pacific Ry. Tucson Division — Business is heavy, telegraphers are scarce, and it is almost impossible to get relief even In case of sickness and death. This is a heaven for the boys during the winter, but the fearful glare of the hot summer months obliges them to depart for a cooler clime. C. H. Coburn, third Benson, resigned, relieved by J. YV. Clarke, formerly in J. Kruttsnitts of- fice, New York, who was later relieved at Ben- son by C. S. Skinner, from the N. P. Brothers every time you make a purchase in a non-union establishment you strengthen the pro- prietor in his opposition to organized labor. See that your clothing etc., bears the union label. Fourth Yuma, recently closed, Mr. High bid- ding in at “BR” Stockton. A trunk fell from a truck recently on I. F. O’Malley, while he was crossing the track witn a load of baggage at YVillcox, injuring him so badly that he had to be relieved by Mr. Davis from the Santa Fe. F. M. Jones, third Simon, resigned, relieved by C. T. Cates, and M. J. Kochman relieved At- kins on third Bowie, resigned. Bro. Sturgess has returned to Yuma third, after a two weeks’ leave, relieving Bro. R. C. Eiser, who is a member of both C. T. U. and O. JL T. Upon Bro. Sturgess’ return, Bro. Eiser relieved Bro. George Flynn at “UN” Tucson on vacation. Bro. Eiser was at “UN” extra, prior to going to Yuma. He was recently laid up several days with rheumatism. YV. R. Bowen, relief agent Gila, who bid in the recent vacancy at “UN” relieved Local Chairman Cull when the latter joined Bro. C. S. Taylor on the schedule committee at Frisco. Bro. C. S. Taylor on a three weeks’ vacation to Frisco and other California points was relieved at “UN” by Bro. Eiser, who remained on third there, Bro. Taylor on his return going on days until he bid in Maricopa third. Bro. J. M. Mack, extra “UN” Tucson, who had been in Arizona the past few months owing to hi9 wife’s health, has returned to “BD” Frisco. Mr. Bowden is now relieving the agent at Cochise on account of illness. Bro. O. L. Butler, relieved on second “UN” by R. L. Crowder, from the YV\ U. Tucson, has gone East and it is understood will return with a beautiful Eastern maiden to grace his Tucson home. Crowder has been with the YV. U. while his case was being settled. Starting April 1st, through business out of “UN” for Eastern points handled via El Paso instead of Frisco and Omaha as heretofore, caus- ing the “QD” between Frisco and El Paso to become greatly congested, therefore to enable Tucson to move its business for Frisco. Los Angeles relays all Frisco or points west of Yuma traffic. Understand these changes are owing to the dissolution of the Harriman system. For the first time in a great many years Mr. Lovejoy has had a full list of extra men, some- thing unusual and had to turn down a number of good men during the winter. The telegraphers seem to be getting wise to the golden opportunity country. During the recent rebellion in Mexico business has been at a standstill between Nogales and the Southern terminus of the Southern Pacific de Mexico, the state of Sonora having assumed con- trol of the railroad. This has meant a great deal Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1065 to Eastern and coast markets depending on the Mexican country for their fresh tomatoes, and green stuff, which comes onto the market very early every spring. Nogales “WS” has been moved from the Sonora side over on the American side. Recent assignments were, agencies: Simon, W. H. Cook; Gila, G. C. Kelbar; Aztec, W. M. Bouck; Mescal, F. E. Black. Second trick — Bowie, F. E. Deir; Simon, I. Ford. Third trick — Casa Grande, R. E. Badger; Maricopa, R. C. Eiser; Benson, C. H. Coburn; Wellton, H. E. Hudson; Lordsburg, E. G. Jones. Third trick — Tucson, C. E. Taylor and W, A. Bowden. On bulletin, agencies — Cambray and Wellton; second tricks — Mescal, Dragoon, Steins, Willcox and Bowie. Third — Bowie, Simon and Cambray. Fourth — Yuma, and one telegrapher at Tucson and Sibyl. L. E. Holmes, third Gila, on two weeks' vaca- tion on the coast relieved by W. E. Baxter and Mr. Price relieved Mr. Bochman at Sentinel a few weeks. W. E. Baxter relieved L. H. Williams, first Lordsburg, who bid in second “UN” Tucson, Taylor going on the 7 a. m. to 5 p. m. trick. C. E. Eva, is now extra dispatcher in “DS” Tucson, leaving “UN” one man short. F. L. Moorman relieved W. J. Mutch, third Bowie. It is my belief that the use of the prefix “Brother” should be discontinued in our journal as it only gives unfair roads and telegraph com- panies a chance to place them on the blacklist. Hereafter it will not be used in this write-up. Our committee was to convene again at Frisco June 1 st, and we should do everything in our power to assist it. If further information is asked for, answer all questions promptly and support it in every way you possibly can. Hobo Sam. Salt Lake Division — Bro. P. G. Matson, third Promontory Point, while visiting in California, was relieved by Bro. C. V. Wells, who has joined since coming to this division. Ex-Bro. Ineck, agent Lemay, is back from 'a six months’ leave, relieving J. B. Barnes, who relieves J. H. Whyde, on third Lemay. Bro. H. H. Hoover, Jr., is on third Lucin, vice Bro. F. A. Lyon, who went to Hogup, a new office, and Bro. Henderson, third Lucin, relieved Bro. W. W. Brownson, who went to Montello, vice Bro. Denny Doyle, who is in the east, and it is rumored will bring back a bride. Bro. Henry Didlake is on first Montello, relieving D. S. Clark, who has been very sick for several months. Bro. J. L. Christmas is relieving Bro. Didlake on second. Mr. Knott, third Montello. resigned, relieved by Bro. H. H. Hanna. Bro. G. H. Kenyon, agent Carlin transferred to Los Angeles, relieved by Bro. J. M. Higgins. Bro. J. J. Brennan, our worthy local chairman, second Cobre, attended the Grand convention in Baltimore, relieved by Bro. George Grant. Our committee is meeting with the management in San Francisco to wind up the revision of our schedule, postponed when the brothers went to the Baltimore convention. Fred Smith relieved F. W. Easton as assistant superintendent at Sparks, who relieved H. W. Wistner, trainmaster cast end, who went to the Grauvogel-Lakeside, has our thanks for this item. Boys, send me all your news before the 20th of the month, and let’s have a good write-up from one end to the other on the Salt Lake Divi- sion. I did not have time to get the news in- tended for this write-up, but hope to have a good one following this. C. E. Kalb, Cert. 353. Tucson Division, East End — Bro. Mutch from the Boston & Maine R. R., relieved Mr. Bowden in “UN” Tucson, who re- lieved Local Chairman Cull at “BY” Yuma, meet- ing with the general committee and representa- tives of the company at San Francisco. Bro. G. A. Flynn from “UN” is now with the Arizona Eastern at Phoenix, in the roadmaster’s office. We all wish him success. Bro. W. A. Graham is at Sibyl, pending bul- letin. Bro. K. Davis, agent Cochise, is arranging for a visit to Missouri. We hope the new contract will increase Mr. Bosterick’s salary enough on third Willcox to en- able him to get an up-to-date. Bro. F. M. Jones, third Simon, has filed on a homestead near there, and expects to soon be a “rancher.” Back up the committee boys, don’t get dis- couraged, say nothing but saw wood and every- thing will come out all right. Keep right after that “non,” make him come out and be a man or crawl in his hole and pull the hole in after him. “H.” Shasta Division — We hope in the near future to have a solid line- up from Red Bluff to Ashland. Quite a number of new men on “The Shasta” during the last few months, and there have been some changes in the personnel at the various sta- tions among the older heads. Chas. T. Day, the grand old man from “BD,” San Francisco General Telegraph office, bid in Ash- land first; Irwin S. Ruth, from third Red Bluff, is now on third, and W. J. Logan, who has been east several months, relieved Bro. F. E. Walters while at the Baltimore convention, on second there. Mr. Logan recently lost his brother, who passed away in Phoenix, Ariz. Our sincere sym- pathy is extended. Siskiyou line-up — Bowman is on first Siskiyou, while Pearson is away with his frau, with Cald- well on second, and R. Philbrick on third, both new men. Mr. Vail, at Hilt, is steering clear of Slim Warren’s joint since the holdup. Harry Kelley, from the A. P., New York and Boston, is on third Hornbrook, with Terwilleger on second. Digitized by Google

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1066 The Railroad Telegrapher. “Toothbrush” Mayberry is on the Montague dog watch. T. F. Custer, a new man, is on first Weed, vice R. A. Noble, resigned; L. A. Probst on second, and a new man on third. Mr. Wallace, another new arrival, is on third Si non. F. C. Nourse is on first trick Dunsmuir dis- patcher’s office during the absence of Mr. Car- lin ter. Second Trick Dispatcher, “Happy” Jones, and Leborveau and Scott, south end dispatchers at Dunsmuir, have been breaking all records in trout fishing recently. R. M. Reade, from San Fran- cisco, is our new car “disturber.” Telephone girls take notice. The examination car has been here, and we are glad to note nobody fell down. The car i* in charge of Messrs. Brydges, Moore and Nichols, and their talks were very interesting as well as instructive. S. F. Warren is at Pitt, relieving Roger, and Tilton, a new man, is on third Red Bluff. Grass Lake just opened with Bob Vaughn, a newlywed, as agent. We have as fine a bunch of officials on the Shasta Division as are to be found anywhere, and we should be “on the job” at all times and co- operate with them in every way possible. We hope next time to have more interesting news. I have been appointed Division Corre- spondent, and hope all will co-operate with me for a good write-up each month. Box 13, Sisson, Calif. ”XP”, Div. Cor. Los Angeles Division — Mrs. G. L. Harker, wife of Bro. Harker, third Fernando, with her two children, is visiting her old home in Rayville, Mo. Bro. Harker will join her later on an extended leave. Agent H. I. Hanscome, Alhambra, has been granted an extension to his leave of absence on account of his father being in poor health. Bro. Christ relieved Bro. C. C. Woodruff, re- signed at Redlands Jet. third. Bro. H. L. Earl, of Saugus, relieved Bro. E. L. Gelwicks, on Beaumont second, assigned to “NG”, Los Angeles. Extra Dispatcher Elliott resigned. We all miss the familiar sign “OX.” Bro. F. J. Ellison, transferred from San Joaquin Division, with about two years' seniority, to El Centro, relieving F. B. Swan, cashier, to Crafton agency, relieving C. J. Hupp. Bro. R. H. Hobgood, second Imperial Jet., while in Los Angeles a few days, was relieved by Bro. R. E. Loomis. Bro. J. G. Castleberry, third Im- perial Junction, is busy on his chicken ranch. Bro. H. P. Wilkinson, agent Imperial Jet., off a few days, was relieved by Bro. A. L. Johnson, and he on first there, by Bro. R. E. Loomis, later relieved by W. A. Yomell, from Missouri. Bro. Loomis after visiting his family at Los Angeles, relieved E. E. Strawn, on Redlands Jet. second, who has started an electrical supply house at Beaumont, Calif. A townsite is to be opened up at Im- perial Jet., and several store buddings erected as soon as the streets are laid out. J. D. Gavin, from U. P., relieved Bro. C- M. Cambridge, at Ventura, who goes to Calexico, as operator and cashier. Bro. J. H. Sargent, who relieved Bro. M H- O’Connell, Iris, while at Indio, later relieved P.rc. J. H. Sargent, assigned to Carpinteria as operator and cashier, relieving M. H. Goodlander, to Bert- ram, vice Bro. Frank Geiger, assigned Edom days, relieving Bro. EL W. Kalies, to Ogilby second, re- lieving Bro. H. H. Brannon, Palm Springs second relieving Bro. Chas. Folsom who went to Los Angeles a few days. Bro. W. H. Riley has resumed at Glam is nights, relieving Bro. A. H. Mastin, who relieved W. G Dickerson, resigned at River Station * agency. Bro. C. I. McReynolds, agent Chino, was off a few days on account of sickness; relieved by L. M. Holman, who later relieved P. C- Rogers, cashier, relieving J. E. Sloan, agent San Fran- cisco, owing to sickness. Bro. T. B. Roberts. Bassett, off a few days on business, was also re- lieved by Holman. J. M. Pickering was assigned River Station agency, relieving Bro. A. EL Mastin, who took third there, vacated by Pickering. Bro. S. F. Willard, agent Burbank, relieved Bro. C. W. Runge, agent El Centro, gone into the Traffic Department. Bro. P. J. Coyle, agent Newhall, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. C. E. Albright, from Monte, telegraph position, abolished; later Bro. Albright relieved by Bro. H. D. Clark, at Covina, relieving D. B. Schenck, agent, on leave. Bro. Jas. Collins, off a few days at Fernando first, was relieved by Bro. Albright. Bro. H. C. Powell, Chatsworth nights, off a month, was relieved by F. E. Warner, who re- lieved Bro. E. Brunner, San Pedro, relieving A. S. Vanderdoes, at Santa Ana, relieving Bro. M. J. Foster, assigned telegraph and ticket agent at Long Beach. Bro. G. B. Conover, from Division 3 a, relieved Bro. H. A. Logan, agent Newhall, on leave. Bro. C. E. Hart, from third Oxnard to Cam- arillo agency, relieving Bro. T. J. McDonald, as- signed Chino agency, relieving Bro. C. I. McRey- nolds, assigned Indio first, relieving Bro. E. F. Rowe to Glarais nights. Later, Bro. G. B. Con- over bid in Camarillo agency, Bro. Hart relieving Bro. V. E. Watson on third Oxnard, relieving Bro. C. B. Turner on second Oxnard, resigned. Later J. W. Greer, from the M. L. & T. took third Oxnard, Bro. Hurt first, vice J. H. Davit. Bro. W. J. Flynn, on Beaumont third, assigned to Pomona first, cashier and operator; Silas E- Cannon, to Redlands Jet. agency, relieving J. D. Putnam, assigned Monrovia agency. Dispatchers’ vacations started on May lit, ac- cording to seniority. C. P. English, manager “NG,” relieving. The dispatchers get fifteen days a year with full pay. We telegrapher* hope some day the same privilege will be extended to us. Yours fraternally, Ed. Mulvxhill, Local Chairman. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1067 IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has been deemed wise by Al- mighty God to take unto Himself our esteemed and beloved brother, Oliver H. Dumm, and Whereas, In full realization of the great loss, we feel unable to find words to express and con- sole his bereaved wife and relatives, but point them to Almighty God, our ever ready Comforter; therefore be it Resolved, That we, his brothers and co-work- ers of Division 53, Order of Railroad Telegraph- ers, how in humble submission to the power over which we have no control, and extend our heart- felt sympathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the grief-stricken wife and relatives of the deceased, and a copy be sent to The ^Teleg- rapher for publication. A. M. Hammond. R. W. Keyes, C. C. Dickenson, Committee. Coast Dh'ision — Neither Bro. Werner nor I could get any re- sponses from the postals we mailed to different memhers for notices of changes. Surely boys you could send us back the return portion with the changes you happen to know of on it. as it will not take three minutes of your time to do it and costs you nothing. We want to publish every change. Please return the cards by the 20th of next month, so we can have a better write-up. The more hands the lighter the load. Old timers out here claim this Is the dryest year they have seen since 1851, when the big drought occurred, still business is pretty good, but there will be practically no grain to move out if the drought continues and hay may have to be shipped from other places to carry the stock through. About sixty per cent of. the apples in the Pajaro Valley were killed by the late frosts but the crop of berries and apricots is very good. The general committee, which met with the of- ficials in San Francisco at the Argonaut Hotel, April 23d, to consider the new contract as re- cently revised, adjourned May 3d, in order that the members of the committee could attend the Baltimore convention. The committee will re- convene again as soon as the convention adjourns, and they can get to San Francisco. Local Chair- man Ward, who called on your humble servant in San Francisco, left Sunday, May 4th, for the Baltimore convention. Bio. B. A. Korf, assistant at Los Gatos, has gone to regular assignment, second San Ardo. First Dispatcher Brophy, San Luis Obispo, on leave of absence is being relieved by Dispatcher Levetedge, relieved a second dispatcher by Bro. H. B. Evans and he on second “BI,” by Bro. Pittman, relieved at Gaviota bv Bro. J. NI. Day. Bio. 1*. F. Werner is at Salmas, pending bul- letin, vice H. S. Doyle assigned to San Jose “YD.” Bro. L. L. Locev was relieved at Guadalupe while on his honeymoon in the northern part of the state by C. R. Smith. Congratulations. Bro. J. A. Blake, assigned Lompoc assistant, re- lieved at Surf by S. E. Tooker. Bro. W. E. Had- dock, relieved at Monterey by G. R. Miles from Lompoc, assigned to Redwood second, vice Bro. D. R. Sullivan relieving Bro. J. F. Burnett agent Glenwood on vacation. Recent assignments, aget.cies — Pajaro, Martin Lindsay; Salinas, Bro. J. Doig; assistant Lompoc, Bro. J. A. Blake; telegraphers — San Jose “YD” nights, H. S. Doyle, San Ardo second, Bro. B. A. Korf. We all regret the sudden death of our loyal friend and Brother, E. F. Beck, agent at Chualar, who was taken seriously ill with appendicitis, and never recovered from the operation in the Gen- eral hospital at San P'rancisco. Bros. Ward and Taylor, looked after the funeral and floral pieces. The remains were taken to Santa Cruz for in- terment. H. L. Morebeck, a new man from the Western Pacific, is filling the vacancy at Chualar. Bro. Dams, agent Santa Clara also had to be relieved and taken to the hospital on account of appendicitis. We have not been able to learn whether an operation was performed, but un- derstand he is back at work. He was relieved by Mr. Karsten, the operator there. Bro. T. H. Kerrigan, third San Ardo, resigned and went to the mountains at Capon post office Colfax, Cal., on the Sacramento Division for his wife’s health, relieved by Bro. O. A. May. Bro. Hemphill, committeeman visited Assistant Correspondent Bro. P. F. Werner, enroute to' Los Angeles. Brothers, show your cards when over this way and get the glad mitt. Bro. J. V’. Lovelace writes from Seneca, Neb., that he has resigned to look after his twelve hundred acre ranch there. Your correspondent and wife, Sundayed recently at San Lucas with Bro. Hoon, and had a chance to say “hello” to the boys along the way. Bro. D. Tophatn, of Castroville, visited Wat- sonville recently. Bro. Hansen back at Santa Cruz from Palo Alto, Mr. Robinson having recovered from his recent illness in time to catch the students on their vacations. Regards and best wishes to all. “HS,” Cert. 1553- IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness has deemed it best to cal1 to the great beyond our beloved brother, E. F. Beck, and we bow in humble submission to the will of Ilmt who doc-th all things well; and Whereas. We realize that in his dtuth we have lost a true and loyal brother; therefore in man- ifestation of our sorrow ami fraternal sympathy, be it A Y.vo/tvb. That the members of the .Southern Pacific Svstem (Hast Division, No. 53. Order of Railroad '1 1 legrapnei s. exteii 1 to the s-o towing digitized by Google

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1068 The Railroad Telegrapher. wife their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in her sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the bereaved relatives, a copy spread upon the minutes of this division, and a copy for- warded to The Telegrapher for publication. C. B. Ward, Geo. W. Taylor, O. Harris, G. R. Derr, P. F. Werner, Committee. CARD OF THANKS. Chualar, Cal., May 8, 1913. Mr. O. Harris: The kind thoughts of yourself and other teleg- raphers reached me today. I wish to say "thank you" to each member of the Order and the members of the committee in particular who so kindly helped me through the very trying ordeal, at the time of my husband’s death. The members of the Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers will always be remembered by me as my warmest friends. In the absence of Mr. Ward who has done so much for me will you tender to the committee and all who were instrumental in helping me, my gratitude and good wishes. Sincerely, Mary Beck. Stockton Division — Livingston and Minturn positions abolished. As- signments: Stockton "BR" third telegrapher and clerk. Bro. H. W. McNeil vice Bro. R. A. Rich- ards, who returned to Lodi first telegrapher and ticket clerk, Bro. F. E. Cox back to second teleg- rapher and ticket clerk there. Telegrapher and clerk Westley bulletined in error; telegrapher and clerk Turlock, new position, Bro. T. O. Young; Oakdale agency L. B. Hickey later as- signed to Bro. W. B. Reynolds proper applicant relieved at Firebaugh by Bro. T. O. Young, who also relieved Bro. T. K. Toddington at Lathrop, while he was East on account of relatives illness. Livingston agency Bro. B. M. Snyder, extra agent at Farmington, by Bro. Beamon; Berenda agency Bro. R. C. Young, vice Bro. L. W. Cooper re- tired. We wish him success. Bro. O. A. Martz is relieving Mr. Gwin at Farmington, who has applied for a pension and will probably retire. Bro. E. L. Mai in is back again and is relieving Bro. Fackrell, agent Ceres, relieving at Hickman, a non-telegraphic position. Bro. R. C. Young, Berenda, Cal., would like to trade with some one on the Western Division. Has five months seniority; job averages $92.00; good living quarters; seven miles from Madera; thirty miles from Fresno. Bro. Haggard relieved Bro. McNeil on first "KN" Stockton. Bro. High is back on third there from Tucson, Ariz., where he has been for the past three months on account of his wife’s health. Bro. L. E. Needham and bride spent their honeymoon visiting friends and relatives and Bro. Needham is back on third Lathrop. We all wish them happiness and prosperity. Cert. 754- Portland Division — Bro. J. E. Jacobsen has gone to his assignment at Harrisburg agency. Bro. Dale Kimes is at Oakland relieving Bro. H. F. Rice relieving Bro. G. H- Millers, who is acting agent. Bro. G. M. Leslie is on second, relieving W. H. Speer, appointed agent at Goldhill. T. A. Cathevs, who relieved the former on third was relieved by O. C. Purkeypile on fourth freight and passenger office, split trick. A. S. Rosenbaum agent Medford, is on a thirty day leave to New York, thence to Havana, Cuba, accompanied by H. L. Walter, chief clerk to Gen- eral Superintendent Campbell. Bro. A. F. Noth is acting agent at passenger office and Milton Ot- toman at freight house, Medford. Bro. Woods at Dallas agency after being off a month with an attack of rheumatism. Bro. Parr is the telegrapher there. Bro. S. J. Hill relieved at Independence by Mrs. Brown, to his assigned position at Glendale. There was a fair turn out at the O. S. & D. meeting in Portland on May 10th. Brothers, get busy on the nons. Unless they will do the right thing, "no card no favors." We still have two or three over here who believe in letting George do it. I would hate to be a "sponger." Dispatcher Love is taking his annual lay off relieved by "Wits" Cantrell. Extra Dispatcher Taylor was off several days owing to the illness of his father-in-law. Bro. R. D. Jennings of the West Side has been promoted traveling freight agent. We are glad to see "Bob" get it.. Electrification on the West Side is about at a standstill at present on account of the electrical workers' being on strike. One of the strikers was shot in the groin at Oswego by one of the strike- oreakers. R. C., Div. Cor. Western Division — I am going to send in a few items this time and hope some other member will send something next month. There are a few small agencies on bulletin this month, viz.; Walnut Creek, Avon and Concord, assistant agent Napa and second Suisun. Dispatcher Courin has been transferred to the Sacramento Division and is now examiner and dis- patcher. Bro. D. W. Koppikus agent at Oakville at- tended the Baltimore convention. Agent Harcourt at Lorenzo was off a few days relieved by Mr. Pearson from San Leandro re- lieved by Wm. Meara. Mr. Harcourt was trying Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1069 to beat the world’s record on his motorcycle and had a collision resulting in few bruises and a broken machine. The Hayward depot has been painted and the Pittsburg depot is being repaired. A Member. San Joaquin District — I have just been appointed division correspond* ent in place of Bro. R. B. Mould, and, with your kind assistance, brothers, I will endeavor to have a write-up from our division each month here- after. We all enjoyed Bro. Mould’s write-ups, and regret that he was obliged to discontinue the work, not feeling able to handle it along with his other duties at Mojave. Address me at Box a, Mojave, Cal. Bro. G. M. Black, of Porterville, has been ap- pointed assistant correspondent, and will be glad to have you send him any news from the Valley District or the branches. Fraternally, M. B. McMullen, Div. Cor. • San Joaquin District Notes — Bro. N. P. Gidley, third Mojave, has returned from a trip to Seattle and Vancouver, B. C. C. T. U. Bro. T. N. Kimmel is now with the West- ern Union in £1 Paso, relieved on third Mojave by Bro. O. D. Day, who was later recalled to the general telegraph office at San Francisco for re- lief work. A. A. Monteabearo, who relieved Bro. M. B. McMullen on fourth Mojave, while visiting in Denver and Fort Collins, Colo., and Salt Lake City a few weeks, later relieved Bro. G. A. Sears on fifth Bakersfield, while attending the O. R. T. convention. The members are all congratulating Bro. McMullen, who was married while in Colo- rado, and wish the happy bride and groom joy, happiness and success. Bro. Lily, who relieved Bro. Manning while on third Tehachapi, is now on Lancaster third. Local Chairman Blume, Bros. McMullen, of Mojave; Black, of Porterville; Mallachowitz, of Caliente; Hill, of Lancaster; Hogan, of Mono- lith; Underwood, Coleman, Turner and Manning, of Tehachapi, and Sewall and Eckford, of Wood- lord, attended the meeting at Tehachapi on May 4tb, and Bros. Blume, McMullen, Hill, Coleman and Turner brought their wives along to help enjoy the chicken dinner which was served at the Tehachapi Grill after the meeting. Dispatchers Duggan and Blouna went fishing at Bena recently with Mr. Lister. Dispatcher Blount got too many fish bones, and was unable to work for several days. The dispatchers have been making trips over the road on the locals and giving all the boys the glad band. Those in the isolated places were happy to see some real, dressed-up men, as boiled shirts and creased trousers are not the habit with them. Bro. G. A. Sears, of Bakersfield, attended the Baltimore convention, accompanied by Mrs. Sears, taking in New York and other eastern points of interest on their return. Bro. Easterwood, of Larose, expects shortly to visit his parents, whom he has not seen in four years, at his old home in Texas. Bro. Mallachowitz is right at home at Caliente . with his new job, his wife and children. Our new schedule, which has been under con- sideration with the management and our com- mittee for some time, will be taken up again on the return of the officers from the Baltimore con- vention. Bro. Hill, from the B. & O., is on first Lan- caster. We understand Bro. Donald Andrews, of Vin- cent, is to be married this month to a charming young actress with the “Merry Widow’’ show in Los Angeles. The members extend congratula- tions. Bro. Sullivan, a new man, is relieving Bro. Root at Selma, and J. L. Care is relieving Bro. W. W. Cartin at Caruther. Bro. H. J. Hendry, relief agent, after reliev- ing Bro. L. E. Lehmer at Famoso, went to Lan- caster first a few days — a new position caused by heavy business. He was later relieved by Bro. R. A. Hill, and then relieved Bro. A. C. Lary at Pixley, while having his eyes treated at Bakers- field. Bro. Dennely’s wife and baby have been in a hospital at San Francisco. The baby is O. K. now. Dispatcher Coonrod was out on the road a_few days recently getting a line on things before the busy season commences. Bro. Hutchenson, of Ducer, was up the line recently. Recent bulletin assignments are: T. E. Wilcox, Hardwick agency; L. E. Sehmer, Famosa agency; W. B. Johnson, Rowen to Woodford agency, relieving Wallace Eckford, off on leave. A. C. Lary relieved by A. D. Rippy at Pixley agency to Springville agency, vice J. R. Me- Knight to Huron agency; D. D. Shepherd, Huron agency to Raisin City, vice F. A. Nejedley, to second Exeter, relieving C. B. Lary, who relieves R. R. Thorpe on Exeter first, absent on leave; G. A. Sears to manager Bakersfield telegraph office; N. P. Gidley, third Caliente; Mrs. Bertha Hart, Edison third; R. S. Easterwood, Tulare third, and A. R. Manning, Bealville third. I wish to thank Bros. Blume, Hill, Black and Hendry for sending so many items for this write-up. M. B. M. <G. H. & S. A . Ry ., El Faso Division — The separating of the S. P. and U. P. offices in San Francisco has created an enormous increase in telegraph business through “RK” El Paso, all Chicago and New York business now being re- layed at that office. Four additional tricks have been put on there, making eleven tricks besides the chief telegrapher. Bros. R. R. Smith and G. A. Hammons, with Telegraphers McQuellen and Pierron, filling the new positions pending as- signment. Digitized by Google

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1070 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. R. G. Murphy was off a few days at Clint, relieved by Bro. F. M. Bechler, who went to Marathon third until Bro. Fleshman was trans- ferred there. Bro. S. G. Gould, at Tesnus, has completed his two-year sentence, and bid in Marathon agency. Bro. C. F. Burling, Sanderson first, visiting relatives in Dallas, Texas, was relieved by R. Q Pollard, from the H. & T. C. Bro. C. L. Bush has returned to Alpine third after sixty days’ honeymoon, spent in St. Louis, Kansas City, New Orleans and other points of interest. The entire division extend congratula- tions and best wishes. Recent assignments were: Marathon agency, Bro. S. G. Gould; Marathon second, Bro. L. L. Lyles; Marathon third, Bro. C. L. Fleshman; Marfa third, Bro. YV. E. McDaniels; Langtry third, Bro. H. J. Hall; Longfellow night teleg- rapher and pumper, Bro. A. G. Parker. Tesnus day telegrapher and gasoline pumper and Fort Hancock agency are open for bids. Bros. Lickorish and Polk, of Sierra Blanca, recently went into the duck business, the former furnishing the eggs and the latter the incubator, agreeing to divide the result, which, from the three "settings eggs,” was one duck that died the next day. Bro. Hoffman will decide which one the dead duck belongs to. Chocar station has been changed to Hot Wells, and opened as a Western Union office. Business must be on the boom, as a post office was also established there recently. Bro. J. D. Hackett, of Hot YY'ells, is on a vacation to Oklahoma. Additions to the house and team tracks being made at Sierra Blanca and Marathon will be a great convenience to both the agents and patrons. Bro. J. S. Graves, of Louisiana, who worked here in 1907 and 1908, is with us again. We are glad to see him back. Sister C. P. Frink, agent Dryden, is visiting relatives in San Antonio and other Eastern cities, relieved by Bro. W. E. McDaniels. We are thankful that we have only two men on this division — holding two of our best positions, secured through the efforts of the O. R. T. — who refuse to assist us in supporting and maintaining our contract. Let us all continue to keep in touch with all new men and co-operate with our local chairman in keeping every man up to date, and not fail to observe the fraternal spirit of ‘‘No card, no favors.” Div. Cor. IN MEMORY OF BRO. ELMER STEARNS. Bro. Elmer Stearns, teacher of English and botany in the Juarez Agricultural College, died Sunday, April 6, 1913, in El Paso, Texas, and was buried Monday afternoon, the funeral serv- ices being conducted by Rev. J. F. Williams, of the First Baptist Church, assisted by Rev. W. F. Hatchell, of Juarez. The burial was at Evergreen Cemetery, and was in charge of the Masons. The entire student body of the Juaiez Agricul- tural College attended the funeral services and marched to the grave. Bro. Stearns was born in Warren, 111., May 16, i860. His boyhood days were spent on the farm, and later traveling through the West and Middle West, studying the problems of agriculture. Nature as exhibited in flowers* and plants of all varieties in all parts of the world had a great attraction for him. He was married in 1889 to Miss Alice E. Day, a teacher in the public schools of Hastings, Minn., who survives him. He came to Juarez, Mexico, seven years ago to take the chair of English and botany, which he held at the time of his death. He was a Mason, a member of East Gate Lodge, of Los Angeles, Cal., and also a member of the * Order of Railroad Telegraphers. Bro. Stearns is also survived by his mother, Mrs. C. L. Vose; his sister, Mrs. J. F. McCor- mick, both of Los Angeles, Cal., and by three sons — Harry Day, Day Verne and Elmer Tre- vette. The two former are in the El Paso High School. G. H. & S. A. Ry., Victoria Division— The “spud” fight is on, and it is up to us to See that our less-favored brethren in the North are given another opportunity of sampling our wares. Boxes will soon be at a premium, and our car report the most closely scrutinized of all; but i* our patrons “holler” for cars we can sing ‘Every- body’s Doin’ It Now," and for an encore, "All Night Long.” O. C. Hoegemeyer, former telegrapher at Ei Campo, who resigned to open a dry goods stoic there, has sold out and re-entered the service, and is now acting agent at WestliofF, vi~e B'O. Baxter, resigned. John Norris has also returned, and is acting agent at Smiley, vice Bro. Hopkins, resigned. We are glad to have two such good co-workers restored to us, and if they will but take one step more and call us ‘‘Bro.,” our cup of joy shall be full. They recognized the worth of the Order in former days, and will find it ha 5 lost nothing with advancing years. Our veteran local chairman, Bro. Alexander, of Pt. Lavaca, who has been on the sick list ant went to San Antonio for treatment, we arc glad to hear, was improved enough to uphold the ban- ner at the Baltimore convention. He. is an old warrior for the Order. May his shadow never grow less. We understand some of the non agents art mightily tickled because of some transfers to be made to their benefit. We do not advertise our- selves as being particularly endowed with tender consciences, but it is beyond us to fathom how any man can have the cast-iron nerve to accept the benefits of the concessions the Order alone obtained for them and at the same time openly scorn the giver. Cut. 1715. T. & N. O. Main Line, Including Galveston, Sabine and East Texas Branches — Boys, you have all been furnished with the cor- respondent’s address, and I wish you would send your items to me, not later than the twentieth. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1071 so we can have a nice write-up every month. It will only take a minute and a post card to send me a note. Let us make this link in the Sunset- Central Lines chain. Prizes are being offered to members for se- curing applications. Aside from the desirability of winiffng a prize, it surely will help us to maintain the conditions we already have on this division and eventually improve them. Come on, boys; get the man next to you, and we will have our division ioo per cent in very short order. The local chairman desires that each one of us make our ideas known in regard to monthly meet- ings at some point on the division where we can get together and see what steps can be taken for a general improvement. A certain agent on the division takes great pride in talking of his bank account (which the Order has helped him to get), still he has no card. H. Craig has been assigned Crandall agency. Beaumont third and Galveston second, paying $82.50 and $77.50, respectively, are on bulletin. Bro. Wrye, first Echo, is in Houston hospital, relieved by yours truly. Bro. Woolery, night chief, has returned to third Houston Fifth Ward, vice Mr. Harkrider, re- turned to the car . clerk’s job, putting Bro. "Deacon” Driver back on second Fifth Ward, vice Mr. Hegstrom. Bro. Rudisill, agent Cushing, attended court April 20th; office closed in his absence. Several brothers from the East Texas ranch attended the agents' meeting in Houston on April 26th. Two or three non-telegraph stations have been using the wires in violation of the contract. If this practice is continued, the local chairman's attention should be called to it. R. T. Ellison, ex-commercial, relieved J. C. Harwell on second Galveston. R. G. Keller relieved W. L. Foster, a student, on third Texas City Jet. I am indebted to Bros. Weddell and Driver for notes from the East Texas and Galveston branches. Others who contribute will also be given honorable mention. Div. Cor. T. & N. O. Division , Including Galveston Branch and Sabine-Dallas District — Our write-up for May reached St. Louis too late for publication, owing to the correspondent forgetting that the convention number was to be issued earlier than the usual time. We are gaining ground right along, but the major part of the work is being done by the local chairman and a few others, when all of us should be doing our utmost to reach the 100 per cent mark. Carrying a union card only don’t make you a union man. It’s he who patronizes the union label and is everlastingly up and at the nons that counts. “Get the man next to you” — make that your war cry. The men who fail to back up the com- mittee are always the ones who try to saddle the blame off on someone else when matters don’t go to their liking. Bro. Weddell has issued the bulletins in sealed envelopes. Everyone, both the addressee and others, could read and profit by the postal-card bulletin. With the sealed envelopes only the addressee can open it, and the local chairman desires that the members use the bulletins for their own use, and keep the contents from be- coming common property. If the nons want to read the bulletins and file bids on them, let them join. If they don’t care to do that, let them get their bids in as best they can. Recent assignments: Beaumont third, Bro. S. P. Dunlap, Galveston second, Bro. W. O. Living- ston. Bro. Yarbrough, agent Village Mils, picnicking two days, was relieved by Miss Ford, from Woodsville, who made good even when a couple of engine failures blocked traffic there for several hours. H. G. Dunnam, Galveston third, off with an attack of mumps, was relieved by A. H. Heg- strom, later relieved by J. H. Clark. Bro. C. P. Kennedy, agent Athens, on indefinite leave to California, owing to poor health, relieved by Bro. C. E. Armstrong, cashier there, relieved by L. A. Baker. We all hope for Bro. Kennedy’s speedy recovery and return. L. Levey, chief at Jacksonville, took quite a lest recently, relieved by Mr. Emory, of first there. Bro. Rathburn relieved Reeder at Jack- sonville, who went to Kaufman agency, later re- lieved by Second Trick Dispatcher Brewer. Bro. Rathburn later relieved Bro. Rummel at Echo for a few days* visit with relatives. It is now Bro. G. C. Buffington at "HN” Houston, and S. T. Cantrell, second Crosby. Seabrook nights is to be closed and Strang opened when the new trains go on to accommo- date tourists for Sylvan Beach, and Mr. Car- penter will probably go from Seabrook to Strang. Division office moved from "HD” to "HQ” Houston, June 1st, and the telegraphers to Hardy Street, making "HD” practically a yard job. There will be some doings in "HQ” when the division business piles in among all those trains. Bro. Norton, "HN” Houston, has been breaking in at "HD” to relieve the dispatchers during their lay-off. "Dan” can say "OK DI” already, just as though he had never done anything else. Bro. F. Carlton is spending a few days with his parents at Angleton. I am greatly indebted to Bros. Driver and Wed- dell for the notes sent me. Others do likewise, and everyone "Get the man next to you.” Div. Cor. Louisiana Lines — The boys on the 1. C. have secured a limit on Sunday hours and a 10 per cent increase. We can have just as good a schedule if everyone will do his part to make this division solid. Trains 1001 and 1002 — "The Deluxe” — between New Orleans and San Francisco have been dis- continued for the summer. Digitized by v^ooQle

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1072 The Railroad Telegrapher. Way-bill boxes have been put at all stations, so that way-bills and home-route cards will not get lost, especially at blind sidings. When tie- ups are left with you by assistant superintend- ents and roadmasters, send them to the dispatcher instead of to “FY," as heretofore. Telegraph call for Adeline has been changed from “XN" to “Z" on account of General Super- intendent Sheridan taking the former for his office call. “DE” New Orleans has been closed, and all matter that went there now goes to “WS.” The safe at Garden City was robbed of about $ao recently, after two previous unsuccessful attempts. The exchange of United States mail at Bayou Sale with train No. 8 by hanging on mail crane has been discontinued, and a hand-to-hand ex- change is being made, saving the third trick man half a mile walk and having to carry from 200 to 500 pounds of mail each night. About thirty agents attended the meeting of officials, trainmen and others at Lafayette on April 29th, with General Superintendent Sheri- dan presiding. The general service of the road was considered, the car situation in particular. In order to have a complete write-up each month, it is necessary for each one to send me the items. Only a couple have responded to my request for such help. It is very hard to have a complete write-up without your assistance. Each one act as an assistant correspondent, and send me the items, not later than the twentieth. Keep after the nons and delinquents. Get ap- plication blanks, have them filled out, and when that pay check comes every two weeks have them hand you a few of those dollars the O. R. T. has helped them to secure. Send in the amount with the applications, and it won’t be very long before we will be solid. On account of the high water recently, the T. & P. was obliged to open the bridge at Mel- ville a few days. Its trains were detoured over the Baton Rouge branch of the Morgan Division to Lafayette; then over the Alexandria branch to Cheneyville. Frisco trains were also detoured over this route while their tracks were under water. H. W. Wilkinson assigned Washington agency vice II. E. Kerr, who returned to Lafayette. W. E. Brooks has gone to Boutte third, his assigned position, and E. M. Chapman to Cade third. Z. T. Duncan, agent Hayes, has resigned, suc- ceeded by C. A. Ibcrt. A good many changes recently I haven't been been able to get a line on. In making application for positions in “WS," be sure to send your applications to Mr. Percy Hewett, Houston, Texas, and always send the local chairman a copy of all applications, giving date you entered the service of the company. C. Baggese, who resigned Bowie agency, re- turned there, being away a couple of weeks. Glad to see him back. Recent assignments: Agencies — Washington, H. W. Wilkerson; Port Barre, L. Bassich; Abbe- ville, J. A. Wherland; Arnaudville, A. H. Teske; Hayes, L. C. Giffe. Telegraphers — Third Cheney- ville, W. H. Ashton; Boutte, W. E. Brooks; Welsh, C. A. Ibert; Cade, E. M. Chapman; Mor- gan City, G. J. Fanguy; Bowie, C. J. Baggese (reinstated); second Schriever, J. A. Bruce; Algiers, J. F. Mathews; Lafayette, H. E. Kerr; Bowie, G. B. Walthers. Days — Abbeville, R. Fincher; New Orleans “WS" fifth days, E. S. Moon; nights, C. C. Bourgeois; nights second — F. L. Mosley; third, J. M. Flippin. Vacancies ; Agencies — Franklin, Lake Charles and West Lake. Telegraphers — Schriever first. Des Allemands and Avondale second and Patter- son third. In handling some recent cases, the local chair- man found the greatest difficulty to be over- come, was the so-called “personal record" of the brother involved. This record is made up of all “Browns" and other punishment assessed against the employe. Brothers in the past have been en- tirely too careless regarding the working of the “Brown" system. A few days on it may not ap- pear to mean much, but if you get up against it, the first thing the officials mention is your “bad record;” therefore do not stand for unjust as- sessment of demerit, no matter how few they are. If not justified take the matter up at once and if you can not get them taken off or reduced refer it to your local chairman. Reprimands even are enough to cast a blot on your record, if they arc not justified have them taken off and do it while the case is fresh. Bro. Wells left May 8th to attend the Bal- timore convention. The Mississippi terminals including general of- fices, now work fifteen men, every one of which has an up-to-date, if there is a general office on the system that can equal this record, would like to hear from it. WANTED — In the Lafayette office; a few good operators with principle enough to carry a card- Bro. C. Hetherwick, agent Baldwin, called away owing to his father’s illness, was relieved by Bro. H. L. Feske, relieved on second Bayou Sale by W. W. Stevens and he on third Bayou Sale by Champaigne, a new man later relieved by cx-Dispatcher Sherman, from St L. W. & G. Thanks to the brothers for notes this month. “FS," Cert. 2179. Northern Pacific Ry. Montana Division — A very well attended and very interesting meet- ing was held in the committee rooms of the Rail- way Club at Livingston, on Saturday night. May 17th, brothers from the extreme ends of the divi- sion attending. The main feature of the meeting was the discussion of articles to be put into the new schedule, and the members outlined a ver> good one. Our local chairman, Bro. A. A. Wil son, is acting chairman of the general committee. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1073 Bros. J. P. Cranwill, Livingston, R. B. Spangler, Manhattan, and F. M. Haines, Logan, were elected as our local board of adjustment. In the future any member having a grievance will pre- sent it in writing to the local chairman, and if there is no prevailing ruling on similar cases, it will go to the local board of adjustment, to be taken up with our chief dispatcher. Do not hesitate if you have a grievance, as we want the schedule lived up to. Bro. Wilson took up several small grievances with Mr. Weston before the election of the board, which were settled satisfactorily to all concerned. * A local division fund was started, and Bro. Conrad placed in charge by a unanimous vote. He has written every member on the division, explaining the plan tff an assessment of 10 cents a month from each member, beginning July ist. six months to be paid at that time. This fund is to be used in buying flowers for members or their wives in case of death, and any other emer- gency when such action becomes necessary. It >s a good cause, and no one should object to con- tributing such a small amount monthly. Money for the “Flower Fund’* should be sent direct to Treasurer Bro. E. A. Conrad, care “VS’* office, Livingston. The six months' payment at first is requested in order to have money in the treasury for any emergency that may unexpectedly confront us, and it is hoped the boys will see it in the right way and attend to it on time, July ist. While the local chairman is in St. Paul on the committee, Assistant Local Chairman F. M. Haines, of Logan, will handle the division business, with the very able assistance of our secretary, “Shorty” Arnold, of Toston. It is a great pleasure to know that the mem- bership on our division increased last year over ioo per cent and is still increasing at a rapid rate. Hoppers third, bid in by Shumway, who later bid in third Manhattan, Parmenter bidding in the former. Bro. Shuping, second Hoppers, and Cald- well. second Muir, visiting home folks in Missouri, and S. C. will later take in the sights at Niagara, Buffalo, New York City and Washington, D. C. Atwood, third west end, is visiting his folks in Missouri. Bro. Ray Huntley, who bid in third East Helena, when Bro. Mclntire resigned, has also resigned, and it was bid in by S. Hurt, of Winston. Mrs. Pidgeon, third Lombard, Is on a visit to her folks East. E. J. Orman is on third Trident. Bro. McDonald, second Townsend, was off a few days recently, relieved by Mr. James, who later went to Hoppers third. Bro. McDowell, third Townsend, and wife, were recent Helena shoppers. Bro. Cook, first Townsend, who bid in Laurel depot, later rebid in former job. Agent Anderson, Townsend, off three weeks, was relieved by Bro. F. A. Ward, of second Bozeman, relieved by Bro. Perkins, second Lombard, and he by his wife, Sis- ter Perkins. Bro. Perkins later relieved Bro. Boyd, agent Sappington, on two weeks’ vacation. Bro. P. A. Huntley, agent Cardwell, resigned, and gone to his farm near Sweetgrass, relieved on bid by R. V. Wright. Bro. Unger, third Belgrade, bid in third “KD” Laurel, relieved by F. W. Tracy on bid, who later went to second Toston, Bro. Conners hav- ing taken a vacation, and filed a homestead near Great Falls, as also did Bro. Tenby, of Columbus second. We wish the boys success. F. A. Turvay bid in third Columbus. On bulletin — Third Winston and Trident, second Columbus and “AU” Laurel days. Sister Sullivan, third Springdale, was relieved a few nights recently by Bro. Ray Huntley, and Sister Taylor, third Reed Point, off a few nights sick, by J. J. Brown, who later on relieved Bro. Johnson at Park City. Bro. Harkins has returned from a visit to his folks in Wisconsin. Bro. Jones, an ex-employe, on third Logan while Stuart was off on account of the death of his baby. The sympathy of all is with the saddened ones. Bro. Stacachan, third White Hall, on vacation, was relieved by Schumm, a new man. Sisters Hurt and Turk, of Winston and Chestnut, were recent Livingston visitors. Trident won a game of ball 12 to 8 from Toston, May nth, at Trident. This makes one each, Toston having won the first game, on their grounds, 10 to 8, April 27th. Deciding game played at Toston on June 2nd. The Moose team of Helena, defeated Townsend, 7 to 3, at Townsend, May nth. Bro. Jones, of “NP,” recently visited friends in Helena and Spokane, returning to St. Paul May 17th. Come again, when you want some of the purest air yet discovered. Div. Coa. Pasco Division — Our May write-up arrived too late for that issue, owing to the fact that the convention number went to press earlier than usual. The items for that month are included with this one. A non recently asked: “Why should union men object to non union men? If a man does not choose to join a union, why should he be shunned by members of organized labor?” Members of trade unions have every right, reason and justice for their objections to non- union men. The former are making great sacri- fices in order to obtain their rights, and the non- union man is reaping all the advantages, without any of the trouble and cost. Union men have banded themselves together against the aggressive greed of employers, and are giving both time and money to maintain their organizations, struggling hard, no matter what it costs, to secure a just return for their toil. If goaded by injustice a/id oppressed with wrong, the true union man, in agreement with his fellowmen, refuses to work at the terms offered by his employer, and suffers and starves that all may reap the benefit, while the non-union men remain at work, accepting all advantages earned by the suffering and self- denial of his fellow workman, without stretching forth a hand to help him to obtain them. Unity Digitized by Google

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1074 The Railroad Telegrapher. is strength, but that unity in which strength lies is destroyed by those who refuse to join the union. The efforts of organization arc rendered fruit- less, the toil and suffering of the workmen futile, by the meanness and cowardice of the non-unionist, a traitor to his fellow workmen, and betrayer of the interest of his class. Can it be wondered at that the unionist dislikes him? If people gen- erally would reflect upon the matter, they would also treat them with contempt. Sister Mildred French, on a ninety-day visit at Oregon, Illinois, will also visit in Indiana be- fore returning. Bro. I. I. Burfield has returned from the hos- pital at Kansas City, to Satus agency, feeling much better. He was relieved by Bro. T. C. Hampton, second Kiowa. Bro. VV. D. McKay bid in Satus third. Sister Burfield is on Satus second. Sister H. E. Pierce is now on third Gibbon. Sister E. L. Collins is on second, and Sister Leona Johnson on third Umtanum. Bro. Phelps bid in second Kennewick, and Bro. V. E. Wilson third Mabton. Bro. Willoughby McKeown is on second Pasco yard, relieved on third by Bro. Bullis, and Bro. M. J. Garwood, on first there, relieving Bro. Dingledine, who has accepted a job with the “Snakes.” Bro. P. H. Southworth, second Pasco yard, called home to Timberville, Pa., owing to the illness of his father, later resigned. Bros. Hall, of Eltopia, and Messmore, of Cunningham, were recent Pasco visitors. Bro. White, now with the Milwaukee, at Rosalie “WN,” was also in Pasco a few days recently, getting acquainted with the N. P. bunch and visiting Connolly Brothers, whom he formerly knew on the C. M. & P. S. Bro. C. J. Bylander, third Connell, was a recent Pasco visitor; also Bros. W. G. O’Neil and B. E. Edwards, from Prosser. Bro. R. W. French and wife, of Badger, are on a trip East. We hope the rest will improve the brother’s health. Sister Marguerite Maxwell re- lieved Sister French on Badger first. Mrs. Young, of Umtanum, mother of Sister L. E. Young, on third there, spent a few days with her recently. Sisters Maxwell and Young, in their batching quarters, extend an invitation to all brothers and sisters to come and dine with them. Bro. T. N. Holman, former agent at Wallula, is now at Lind. Bro. G. W. Donley is on second Lind, and Bro. W. S. McCormach, who bid in third Ritzville, was relieved on first Lind by Bro. B. E. Edwards. Bro. H. C. Questard was a recent Lind visitor. Bro. C. B. Messmore, third Cunningham, bid in second “SC.” Bro. C. S. Chadwick is now on second. Bro. C. G. Mason, agent Hatton, was a recent visitor there. Mr. Weber is on the new 9 a. m. to 6' p. ra. in “PA,” Bro. Virgil Wilson, third Mabton, was in Pasco April 16th. Local Chairman Hickey, first Connell, on April 19th, Bro. G. W. Houston, of the O. W. R. N. at Wallula, and Bro. W. E. Wimmer, of Vista, were also recent Pasco visitors. Sisters Maxwell and Collins were Kennewick visitors April 27th. Bro. C. H. Mockross, fourth “PA,” spent Son- * day recently with Bro. L. C. Snyder, formerly sixth “PA,” now agent at Helix, Oregon. Bro. W. H. McKeown has returned to Pasco yard second from a ten-day visit to Salt Lake City. Mr. Graff, agent Parker, and Mr. Arnold, Ellenv burg, are both delinquents. These were called “brothers” in April journal in error. Bro. C. Hall, a new man, is on second T op~ penish. Bro. H. N. Crevinston, of first ToppenisL. refused to be operated on at Tacoma hospital. His room was found vacated at an early hour on the morning of April ad, and nothing was heard from him until his arrival at Pasco, April 29th. He has re-entered the train service. Bro. S. H. Bullis, third Pasco yard, was a recent Eltopia Sunday visitor. Bro. C. A. Connlcy. fifth “PA,” and Bro. Ralph Tremble, second Wapatc were off ten days visiting Sound points. Bros. H. N. Crevinston, V. B. Dingledine, E- E. LaMarche and Local Chairman Hickey met at Pasco the evening of April 30th, to consider where it would be best to hold a meeting. This was a hard question, as the nine-hour law prevents so many from attending, but it was finally decided to hold it at North Yakima, and have nons as well as members attend to see if we can not gain new members by this means. Bro. H. L. Wyckoff, agent Dixie, and R. M. Wilde, agent Waitsburg, were recently at Walla Walla on business. Bro. H. A. Boughton is back at Kiona agency from California. Local Chairman Hickey returned from the Balti- more convention to St. Paul, where the commit- tee is to meet the management. He w[as relieved by Bro. C. J. Rylander, and he on third Connell by Bro. John Smith. Bro. I. E. Hunt, agent Mesa, was in Connell recently on business. Bro. D. J. Beattie, who bid in Outlook agency, spent Sunday recently with Miss Lulu Dunn, at the Dunn residence at Liberty. Bro. C. T. Pickard, first Thrall, was at Ellens- burg recently on business. Bro. Bright, off for ninety days, visiting his folks in North Carolina. Sister Leona Johnson's rights as to whether she be considered a “telegrapher” or “phoner,” was settled April 28th, by Chief Dispatcher Moran, when she was called into Pasco. She coolly copied three train orders from Mr. Moran, and repeated them back without a “BK.” She will continue to be termed a “telegrapher.” Bro. B. E. Leach, third Keystone, who filed on a homestead a few miles from there, will have a good grain crop and a prosperous year. Bro. L. L. Tremble, cashier Sunnyside, Sun- day ed recently with his folks at Wapto. Sister Cummings, first Umtanum, is in Tacoma hospital, sick again. Sister M. Pratt is now on third Fish Trap, with Sister Henton first, and Bro. Charley Henton second. Bro. “Very Best” Dingledine, first Pasco yard, is off ninety days, taking a sling at switching. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1075 Bro. H. B. Wilson, agent Granger, is on a sixty days’ visit to Milwaukee, Grand Rapids and other Wisconsin points. Among the applicants for sixty days’ vacation June ist, were: Bros. Mockross, Beattie, Wilson and Smith. Bro. Miller, second Connell, while visiting Spo- kane, was relieved by Chas. Frey, who resigned from this division in 1910. Trainmaster Shannon, First District, is on a ninety days’ visit through the East and South. N. D. Starr, second Attalia, will soon be with us. He carried a card for fifteen years until he dropped railroading a year ago. Bro. D. C. Brown, agent Grandview, and Bro. J. T. Higdon, second Pomona, attended the North Yakima flower festival. Bro. C. A. Sharpe, third Toppenish, has asked for a ninety-day leave. Bro. Carl Painter, from Eau Claire, Wis., on the “Soo” Line, visited Bros. Mockross and LaMarche, at Pasco during the week of May 5th. Bro. C. S. Davis, manager “PA,” was off several days re- cently. Bro. W. C. Bannerman is now on third Eltopia. Bro. E. J. McKinley, the agent there, was off several days recently. Bros. Bullis and W. H. McKeown, Pasco yard, attended the ball given at Eltopia. Bro. G. H. Johnson, third Roza, was off several days, relieved by Tuggle. Bro. E. B. Smith, agent Wheeler, who had a hard time with the washouts, is now having sand storms to contend with. Robert Hansen, car distributer, has returned from a very pleasant trip East. Bro John Smith, Prosser second. East on ninety days’ leave, relieved by Mr. Ashton. Bros. Stevens and Acton, of Pomona, have changed tricks so the former can work on his ranch. They both visited the Yakima blossom festival, also Bros. John and Ralph Tremble and John Hawthorn. Bros. Bright and Sigman, of Umtanum, have gone East, relieved respectively by Sister Collins and Mrs. Hanford, Bro. Sigman being called to Nebraska, owing to the sudden illness of his father. Bro. and Sister Pierce from Gibbon second and third have gone to Vista second and third, reliev- ing Sister M. B. Phelps and Mr. Doan; Sister Phelps going to Gibbon first, vice Mr Marley, who takes third there, so he can ranch, and Doan goes to Glade third. Bros. Joe Watroba and A. F. Mockross from Iron, Mich., on the “Soo line,” the latter a brother of Bro. Carl Mockross, Pasco relay, in Pasco, April 19th. The former is now on first Davenport, and the latter went to Moscow, Ida. Cert. 606. Tacoma Division — Our write-up for May arrived too late for that month’s Telegrapher. The convention num- ber went to press several days earlier than usual. The items for May are included with those of this month. Owing to the small attendance at the February meeting, no meeting was held during March. J. C. Cook, third Centralia, resigned to go south was relieved by Bro. A. W. R. Swelle from the S. P., formerly on this road. H. W. Brockway has returned to Tenino first, after a two months’ visit East, vice Bro. I. L. Clifton, who then relieved Bro. J. F. Henderson a few days on third and later relieved W. S. Fisk on second there. Bro. H. E. James relieved J. C. Collins on third Rainier, who intends entering other business. Bro. T. H. Kellogg, relief agent, relieved Mr. Larken at Rainier, resigned. We have only one exclusive phoner, who claims he can not join because he belongs to several other orders and can’t spare the money. Several phoners who have left the service still retain their cards in appreciation of what the Order has done for them. The following brothers attended the meeting at Rainier-Grand hotel, Centralia, April 20th: Gra- harp, Fox, Dean, Ellick, Sherwood, Henderson, Sullivan, Bradbury and Weyand. The afternoon was very pleasantly spent in a general discussion of conditions, etc., and Bros. Graham and Wey- and giving a very interesting talk. Owing to it being Sunday and the weather being ex- tremely “dry” Bro. Weyand suggested that the next meeting be held on Saturday, which sug- gestion was unanimously endorsed. Bro. Graham after attending the Grand convention, went to St. Paul to confer with the general managers on a new schedule and there will be no regular meeting until he returns. Brothers, there was a request published in our last issue for a contribution to the floral piece pui- chased jointly by the Tacoma and Seattle divisions for our deceased Bro. R. W. Baker. The Ta- coma Division’s part of this floral design was $12.50, which was sent by" our local secretary and treasurer, but so far he has only received $4*5° toward the amount. All who have not paid their subscription please forward it at once to Bro. Harry Long at Roy. He has the balance now on hand in the social fund $22.35. E. Virum, formerly a clerk in “BY” office re lieved J. C. Snead, third Yader, a few days. Bro. C. Erland in the grocery business at Cen- tralia, has returned from Canada. Double track was completed through the Cen tralia yards, April 22d, and solid automatic block installed through it Tenino to Portland. The yard office at Centralia has been moved out to Sixth street since the machine shops and round- house have been completed. Ex-Bro. J. J. Kuhn, a new man, who was re- lieved on third Sopenah by J. C. Snead relieved A. E. Crawford, McIntosh days. The last Legislature changed the name of the town of Sopenah to Vader. It is now known by three names. Bro. L. L. Jenkins has returned from the East a benedict. Congratulations. Bro. O. H. Harper on his retuin from lus va cation, relieved Bro. F. H. Sherman on third Digitized by Google

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1076 The Railroad Telegrapher. Castle Rock, who relieved Bro. Peck, first Hill- hurst, visiting friends and relatives in the East, who will on his return take third Hillhurst, vice J. T. James, going in the chicken business. If he has no more success in that than we have had trying to get him into the Order the past two years, he will soon be looking for an “OS” job again. McIntosh closed a few nights owing to the resignation of Bro. Locey, has been opened again with Bro. R. B. Calhmer, a new man from St. Paul in charge, and Bro. G. W. Quiglay a new man from Milwaukee is on first Hillhurst, doing relief work. Bro. H. M. Prechel, first Winlock, has pur- chased a ranch near there. He will be found alter office hours on the ranch, dressed as a logger clearing land. Bro. Kingsball Commander, who was relieving Sister Mullen, first \elm, is now relieving Mr. Girardot, agent Roy, relieved by Bro. E. J. Douglas, who also relieved at Chehalis and Cen- tralia. Bro. A. W. R. Swelle, who went to “WR” was relieved on third Centralia by Bro. S. c. Sherwood, who spent his vacation among old friends East. Bro. F. H. Sherman returned to third Castle Rock, vice Bro. Selfe, who relieved Bro. R. F. Graham, first Woodland, while attending the Bal- timore convention. Bro. Hatlestod bid in second Ghehalis and Bro. U. G. Calvert secured Raymond on bulletin. Bro. Ritchie relieved Bro. U. G. Calvert at Olympia. Our nve delinquent members have paid up and several new members were recently secured. The following are now brothers: J. B. Graybeal, Bu- coda; I. D. Clifton, Tenino; L. C. H. Vye, Elma; A. W. R. Swelle, “WR;” Kingsball Commander, Roy; T. H. Ritchie, Olympia; H. E. DeShields, Wm. LeMoine and J. T. Dickerson. Bro. Quick has been furnished a list of all the nons on this division, that he may direct a little of the Order’s fire into them. Northern Pacific Division No. 54 has been granted a charter for the Ladies’ Auxiliary which is No. 2 4, with following officers : Sister Daisy M. Sherwood, general secretary and treasurer, 1116 F. street Centralia, Wash., and Sister B. E. Nason, general chairman, Athol, Ida. The following were elected local chairmen: Sister Sam Johnson, North Branch, Minn., Lake Superior Division; Sister M. A. Smoot, Glendive, Mont., Yellowstone Division; Sister E. P. Wilcoxson, Almira, Wash., Idaho Divi- sion, and Sister Maud Graham, Woodland, Wash., Tacoma Division. Dues and initiation for June are 60 cents. Let’s get busy and enlarge our local. We have now about twenty members. Try and make it forty by July 1st. Mr. Kuhn, from the D. & R. G., went to South Prairie second, job pulled off after one night, when he relieved Mr. Snead at Sopenah. Bro. H. L. Phillips, while in Seattle a few days was relieved by W. D. McClellan, who later went to Coyleston as agent. The following names and numbers can be tak from the seniority list: G. M. Hardy, No. 89; J. Mullen, No. 8a; H. A. Carkin, No. 83; Wm Patton, No. 65, and C. Erland, No. 47. Bro. D. L. Kycek, South Bend, has been ap- pointed correspondent for the South Bend branch and will give us a write-up each month. This branch is now solid through the efforts of Bro. Kyeek. The Western Union has established uptown offices at Raymond and South Bend relieving the brothers of that work. Now that our Ladies’ Auxiliary is an established fact, don’t stop working for new members. All married brothers write Sister Sherwood, 1 1 1 1 Jr. street, Centralia, Wash., for application filankm and have your wife, mother and sister fill them out. We have several ladies, members of the Order on this division who are not members of the auxiliary. Sisters get busy and ml out your application. Bro. C. V. Wells, who resigned last fall, to travel for a Camera Mfg. Co., is now with the U. P. at Promontory Point, Utah. I wish to thank the brothers who contributed items. In future please send all changes by the 20th of the month, addressed to me at Bucoda. J. F. Henderson, Cert. 878. Seattle Division, First Subdivision — A special election for local chairman has been held to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Bro. Baker. Let us determine to do all in our power to support and assist his successor, re- membering that “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link” and that if one of us fails in his duty it makes the work, responsibility and expense that much harder for the rest. The nons and delinquents all take advantage of their seniority or other rights conferred by the schedule and working agreement between the O. R. T. and the company, without which we would enjoy none of these advantages, but be obliged to accept what the company saw fit to give us. Im- press this upon their minds as forcibly as possible and show them that in failing or refusing to sup port the Order, both morally and financially, they are simply parasites upon the loyal ones who al- ways keep their cards up-to-date, and these ad- vantages are made possible only by the united ef- forts of the members of the Order. Our representatives expect to meet the manage- ment this month for a revision of the schedule and arrange for better working conditions. It is desirable that we present a solid front at this time, and therefore urge all who have not already done so, to pay up their dues and do their part in maintaining the organization that makes better wages and working conditions possible. When you receive the information blanks, fill and return them promptly. If you haven't room enough on the blank to give all the information required, write a separate letter and attach to the blank. Better get your head to working on this right away. Digitized by Google Bho

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1077 We have no information as to changes other than that contained in the bulletins from the chief dispatchers office which is received by all telegraphers. We are indebted to Bro. Bayer for most of the items in our previous write-up. When you draw your pay check in June do not fail to secure a ballot and vote for Bro. M. A. Smoot as representative of the station employes on the board of managers of the Northern Pacific Benefit Association. Cert. 85. All Members Idaho Division — The following changes in telegrapher’s seniority list were ef- fective April 25, 1913. Please correct your lists accordingly: Scratch No. 101, V. I. Lucas and add the fol- lowing: No. 135. C. C. Colony, March 19th, 1913. No. 136, W. H. Hope, March 31, 1913. No. 137, H. J. Fenton, April 2, 1913. No. 138, F. A. O’Con- nor, April 3, 1913. No. 139, J. J. Ryan, April 6, 19*3- No. 140, F. C. Kielke, April 16, 1913. No. 141, George Alexander, April 16, 1913. No. 14a, C. F. Wilson, April 18, 1913. No. 143, R. W. Clarke, April 19, 1913. # The numbers given in the above additions to the list, are the revised numbers shown by the cor- rected list. Yours fraternally, B. E. Nason, L. C. Idaho Division Notes — Brother Schroeder, third Plains, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Wotruba. Bro. and Sister W. A. Marshall have returned to Weeksville, after a pleasant vacation. Bro. Hoag a welcome new member who has been relieving Bro. Marshall also relieved Bro. G. C. Williams a few days at Algoma, and then relieved Bro. Underhill on third Sand Point, vice Bro. C. O. Thompson, who bid in Childs nights. Bro. Bartley after working a few nights extra at Heron, bid in third Clarks Fork. Bro. Gore, agent Eddy, is on six weeks’ vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. H. A. Mansfield. Bro. N. P. Matheny, agent Trout Creek, is kept busy handling the work trains and keeping check on log cars at Vermilion, where the A. C. M. Co., have put in a new spur. Sister Seymour relieved at Ramsey, Athol, Clarks Fork, Plains and Algoma and Sister Gcp- hart at Heron and Cabinet, during May. F. A. Bump, second Heron was called East, owing to the serious illness of his father. Bro. Dickinson, Heron, off a few days to be married. Sister A. K. Owen is back on third Cabinet, after a pleasant vacation in Sprague, Spokane ana Sand Point. Sister Percy, first Algoma, is enjoying a ten days’ vacation on the farm. Bro. McCusker, third Hangman, bid in second Thompson Falls, relieved by Mr. Alexander a new man from the Great Northern. Every good union man should send in for his new card at once, for the last half of the year, then if asked to show your card, you can present one strictly up to date. Bro. B. E. Nason, our worthy and efficient local chairman, accompanied by Mrs. Nason at- tended the Baltimore convention, and looked after our interests in an able and conscientious man- ner. “NA” is the most up-to-date union man on the Idaho Division, and one of the best posted men on “Fighting 54.” He was relieved at Athol by Mr. Callahan, former agent at Reardon, who according to his own statement, desires no favors whatever from members of the Order, further- more, they will receive no favors, at his hand. It is up to his neighbors to see he doesn’t get any. “Ponderay”, of Kootenai yard office, has been made a three trick telephone job, the incumbents doing the yard clerical work, pay same as Koot- enai telegraph office. Bro. L. P. Marshall, third Hope, is being re- lieved by Bro. Jackewitz. If any of you delinquents’ consciences tell you to pay up your back dues, don't feel bashful about doing it. This also applies to “nons.” In case you haven’t any conscience, pay up any way. Actg. Div. Cor. Rocky Mountain Division — Mr. Fullerton was relieved on first Garrison by A. E. Olson, new man and agent Stevens, Gar- rison relieved by Cashier Reynolds a few days while on the sick list. Mr. Flickinger, of Marysville, bid in Phillips- burg agency, one of the best jobs on this division. “Flick’’ should come out o’f the “Mr.” class now. We were all sorry to hear that Bro. Rundell, former local chairman had resigned that agency, but as he has gone into business for himself there we all wish him success. Mr. Holroyd, at Marysville, pending bulletin, bid in by Bro. Thompson from Stuart agency, now on vacation to coast points. Bro. LaFord, Gar- rison second, bid in Stuart agency, Mr. Eronson there pending its transfer. Bro. Corwin from Hamilton bid in second Garrison, and Bro. Ma- lone from Saltese bid in Rivulet second. The discharge of Mr. Brown, extra for violating rule “G” caused second Ellison to be closed sev- eral days, owing to shortage of men, until Bro. R. Fretts went there. Bro. Riedell relieved Agent McNaughten, while on short vacation. Sister Lucky, Avon second, on several weeks’ vacation, was relieved by Bro. Hayes a new man, we are glad to call these new men brothers and hope they will stay with us. If some of the old men would join and take a hand in running things, we would have very few “Misters” left. The yarns they tell are simply excuses to keep from joining like the usual hard luck story told us every month. We all have sympathy for a man financially embarrassed, but after working some of the best jobs on the division two or three years then their sad stories assume a different aspect, and sympathy and patience are virtues no longer. Digitized by Google

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1078 The Railroad Telegrapher. These men are always able to take vacations every year and have absolutely no valid reason to put- ting off joining with such pleas. They figure that they will get the benefits of the Order anyhow, and are perfectly willing for us to bear the ex- pense. Every member on this division should get after the nons working with or near him, and keep after them until they join. They will be with us before another month is over if you will do this and remember, “No card, no favors.” Bro. Rowan was relieved while attending the Baltimore convention by Bro. Avery at DeSmet agency and he on second by Bro. Dey. Mr. Showalter, second “MD" Missoula, re- lieving the dispatchers for their summer vacations, is being relieved by Mr. Callahan. Mrs. Avery, second “MD” Missoula, on the sick list the past month, is recovering and expects to resume work soon, relieved by Bro. Merrick, who also relieved Bro. Spencer, third “MD” Missoula, while sick several days. Mr. Balzhiser, Drummond second, on the sick list several months, has resumed work. Bro. Hildeman bid in Rivulet agency, now on leave relieved by Mr. Skinner, a new man. Brothers, see when pay day comes around that the new men and the few remaining old nons who have promised to join are reminded of their prom- ises. I leave for St. Paul shortly for committee work and may not be back in time to do any or- ganizing this month. I will appreciate it if every one of you would talk O. R. T to the nons, so that we will get all those wdio have promised to come in. Right now we need your support. Right now you can not expect your committee to obtain results for you unless backed by a solid mem- bership. A^verybody get ousy, let’s make this the banner division of “Fighting 54.” “Do it now.” Fraternally, V. N. Weber, L. C. Dakota Division — While Bro. Ellsworth was attending the Balti- more convention^ it became my duty again to send in a write up. Bro. Banger at Medina was the only one who furnished me any notes and as we were short on time as well as matter he sent them special delivery. There is still a little promising material left to work on. Remember our motto •’Every member do his part.” Send some non your copy of The Telegrapher each month so he can see the good work being done all over the count: y by the Order, write him a personal letter if necessary and as a last resort try “No card, no favors.’ Each one send in some notes for the next write up and, an occasional application, accompanied by the necessary fee. “7.?.” 1). C. Poindexter. Dakota Dii'isiun Notes — Bro. Whitcome is back on second Medina after two months’ relief work at .\lumava;.Ki:i. O.'kes and Dickey. He apparently left his he nr at the latter place as he hasn't been the same since his return. Bros. Robinson of Medina and Poole of Steele attended the Masonic Lodge in Jamestown re- cently and helped give Bro. Poindexter t he “works.” We were all shocked to learn of the dea.th of the wife of Bro. L. E. Baker at Mott, on April 29th. Bros. Ellsworth and Johnson, of Bismarck, immediately ordered a beautiful floral pieoe, the emblem of the Order, purchased by conti-itrutions from the membership. The chief dispatcher, night chief and all the trick men have been making their trips of inspec- tion over the division the past month, getting the lay out of the passing tracks, grades, etc., and in- cidentally getting acquainted. J. L. Seveland, has resigned, claiming lie was unjustly treated. If he had carried the necessary he might have had some redress. Moral, get a card. Several of the boys are on vacation and a lot more waiting for relief. Telegraphers are scarce and several helpers have been used in emergency cases. I understand there is still a little shortage in the flower fund. Those who have not remitted should do so at once. Bro. Ellsworth spent an evening in Bismarck, taking a Masonic degree before his departure for the Baltimore convention. Ladoga has been opened as a telegraph office during the gravel loading season with F. E- Redner in charge. Don’t forget, “Every member do his part/’ to ward making Dakota Division solid in July. Re- member “In union there is strength.” “ON.” IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father in His all-wise providence to call to her home the beloved wife of our brother, L. E. Baker, therefore be it Resolved, By the members of Division No. 54. that we extend the sorrow-stricken brother and relatives our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sadness and sorrow; and be it also Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions b< sent to the bereaved brother, a copy spread on the minutes of this division and a copy sent to The Telegrapher for publication. D. C. Poindexter. D. J. Vincent, R. W. Boggs. Committee. Lake Superior Division — All are looking forward to vacation days. Boys, keep me posted on all the changes. Bro. L. A. Schendel, second Wyoming, and Bro. E. L. Ayres, North Branch days, have re- signed. The former spent a few days at his home in I'airmount. Minn., after which the brothers “hit tiit grit” for the Canadian Notthwe*t. V e are sorry to have them leave us. The latch key wii. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1079 always be hanging out for their return to the N. P. Bro. T. J. Vesper, agent Hugo, on a three weeks’ trip to Florida inspecting the land there, was relieved by Relief Agent Bro. D. C. Gray, who also relieved Bro. W. D. O’Brien, agent at Harris, while he took in the professional baseball games at the Twin Cities, visited relatives at North Branch and took in the sights at Duluth. Bro. O. E. Peterson, North Branch days, took second Wyoming, and Bro. John Willig second 4‘DU” Duluth, North Branch, during General Chairman Bro. Sam Johnson’s absence. Bro. Clyde O’Brien took second “DU” relieved on second West Duluth by Bro. T. J. Wicynski and he on third there by Bro. Frank Chezek from Mahtowa. Bro. W. J. Hoffman, agent at Stacy, and F. A. Sebosta, agent Moose Lake, while having their eyes examined at St. Paul, were relieved by Bro. Gray, who also relieved W. R. Buttrick, while on the sick list. Bro. J. P. Houska, first Hinckley, while off on account of the sickness of his brother, was re- lieved by Mr. Mahoney, a new man from the C. P. R. G. H. White our traveling auditor who went to Brainerd hospital for an operation, we are very glad to learn is getting along nicely. We all hope for his speedy recovery. We were very sorry to hear of the sudden death of John Wilson, agent at lawyer, after two days’ illness. Mr. Ash, a new man from the U. P. is now at Sawyer. Copies of the new seniority list just out can be had by application to Local Chairman Bro. E. A. Youngberg at Lindstrom. J. M. Curtis, second Central Avenue, while on the sick list, was relieved by Bro. E. L. Ayres. Third Hugo, has been discontinued and the agent is again doing the ten hour stunt. Division Relief Agent D. C. Gray is a candi- date for election to the board of managers of the Northern Pacific Benefit Association. We know the members of this division will give him their undivided support and we trust that the brothers on the whole system will help us to poll a big vote for Bro. Gray. He is assistant local chair- man of this division, is well qualified for and worthy of the position. Boys don’t forget otfr brothers at the election on June 15th, the day “the ghost walks.” We regret to learn that several former good members have dropped out. We hope they will remember that it was the persistent and unceas- ing energy of the O. R. T. that salaries were boosted to what they now are, and that they and the other nons will soon wake up again and get a card. Div. Coa. Minnesota Division — IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The benign and gracious Father has seen fit to oall to His everlasting home our be- loved Bro. Edw. Eastman; in memory of our de- oarted co-worker and in sympathy with his rela- tives and friends, be it Resolved, By the members of Division No. 54, Order of Railroad Telegraphers, that we extend to the members of the family of our deceased brother our heartfelt sympathy in their sad hour of bereavement: and be it further Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the family of the deceased brother, a copy spread upon the minutes of the division and a copy be forwarded to The Telegrapher for pub- lication. w. O. Ash, Levi Setter holm. Committee. Houston & Texas Central R. R. First Division North of Hearne — The following brothers elected to serve us for the next two years: W. F. Davis, College Sta- tion, south end and Felix Kelly, Sherman, north end, owing to his indefinite leave of absence, Bro. F. W. Wickenberg, of Denison, has been ap- pointed local chairman to fill the unexpired term, W. W. Holman, Bertram, for second division. Bro. Moseley, re-elected secretary and treas- urer, and A. E. Laisure re-elected general chair- man. The above named as a committee will do every- thing in their power to further our interests. The brothers should assist them by watching the men they are working with and see that they are up-to-date, encouraging every man to live up to the contract as we wish the company to do, and give the company good, loyal service. 'In this way we will create a demand for O. R. T. men and have a clear conscience. Your general chairman made a trip over the line north of Hearne recently, and we are now practically 100 per cent strong north of Ennis. All of the nons south of Ennis to Hearne have application blanks and promise to come in pay day. Bros. Davis at College and Griffin at Cheney Jet. are both live wires, who will keep the sit- uation south of Hearne in shape all the time and Bro. Holman on the Austin branch will look after our interest over there. We are arranging for a series of meetings at different points and we hope the brothers in the territory where they are held will all use every effort to attend and help make them a success. Bro. Harris, former local chairman south end, was elected mayor of Bryan at the last city elec- tion by an overwhelming majority. The citizens there displayed good judgment in choosing a man of Bro. Harris’s caliber to lead them, and the members of No. 57 are unanimous in extending the brother their hearty congratulations and best wishes for his success, in this his additional honor. Bro. Felix Kelly, first Sherman, has taken ninety days and gone to California to visit his brother Charley, also our brother, who was with us as telegrapher at Dallas a few years ago. Bro. Neale, second Sherman, resigned and gone with the Texas Oil Company where he waa re- Digitized by Google

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1080 The Railroad Telegrapher. lievcd on bid by Bro. J. W. Hinds. Bro. Speers, who relieved Bro. Kelly on first, was relieved on third by Bro. Nixon, who afterwards bid in second McKinney, vice Bro. Hardaway, who bid in third “JO” Ennis. Later Bro. Nixon resigned and went to Salt Lake. Bro. Jack Rader, former local chairman on first Dallas, is now with the Southwestern Tele- phone and Telegraph Company of Dallas, located at Houston, relieved on bid by Bro. Griffin, from Mexico second. Bro. Sam Forbes, second Dallas, and wife are visiting in Louisiana and South Texas. Bro. Simmons, agent Midlothian, lost his depot by fire. The only thing saved was an old quilt. Bro. Turner, first Ft. Worth, is visiting rela- tives in Ohio. Bro. E. C. Hesterly bid in Hearn e second, re- lieved by Bro. Daniels, who later bid in Waxaha- chie, days. Bro. Hendrick bid in Kosse agency, vice Bro. Cobb resigned. Bro. Chatham, first Mexia, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Miller. Bro. J. M. Neal, Jr., bid in Calvert nights. Bro. W. L. Hester, who relieved Bro. Moore, Calvert days, while herding his goats in New Mexico, later bid in Chancy Jet. second. A. E. L. First Division Notes — Bro. Wickenberg, Denison first, while on com- mittee work and attending the Shrincrs meeting at Dallas, was relieved by Mr. Secrest, who later relieved Bro. Nixon at Sherman, when he re- signed. Bro. Butts, McKinney second, resigned and gone North.' Bro. A. E. Laisure while attending the Balti- more convention was relieved by Bro. Vought on Corsicana first, and he on third there by Mr. Puckett from the Western Union at Dallas, later relieved by Mr. W. B. Davis. Bro. R. B. Matthews, second Navasota, was re- lieved w'hile on the sick list by Bro. G. A. Perkins. Bro. Porter, first “HQ” was also on the sick list a few days. Bro. Ham resigned at Waller, wras relieved by Mr. Jepitzer. Bro. M. B. Jackson, repairman, has returned to Sherman from a visit with his brother Thomas at Chicago, which he says is much larger than Sherman. Brothers hand me all the news you can by the 20th of the month and I will do the rest. Fraternally, J. W. Hinds, Cert. 244. Southern Ry. “GM ’ IVashington, D. C., General Office — This office has not been heard from in The Telegrapher since our congenial night manager, Bob Veach, who organized it, was the correspond- ent. Bob is not now a member, but a very good boss to his men, and for the company as well. Ability should be the watchword for the relay operator. Seniority should be regarded, but com- petency rigidly enforced. Speed, efficiency and more money are synonomous. There are no second class men on the regular list in “GM!-” Bro. Gooch is off sick. Bro. Bische, from the Louisville lines, went back to Indiana. Bro. Irvin is visiting home folks in Indiana. Bro. Ipock is with us from the Asheville Division, a good man. Bro. Trumpeller will soon leave us to enter business following on Bro. CTline’s block. We hated to lose an old “A.” Bro. DicJc Purcell, who has been in this business from the time they had wooden rails, visited in Virginia a few days recently. Bro. Smith recently made a trip to “ON”; he is our tnird trick boss, and knows how to treat telegraphers as men. Mr. Hoppe, extra, visiting in Florida, will flourish an up-to-date when he goes on regu- lar. Deacon Hvale says he can’t belong to the O. R. T., and belong to his church. Let’s make no comment. A. L. T., our respected manager, continues to get his picture in the capitol papers for doing acrobatic stunts now and then. He is called “The Grand Old Man” in Washington athletic circles. We welcome to us Bro. Wilson, from the Knoxville Division. Bro. Koegel spent a few days in New York recently. Let’s have a correspondent appointed to look after the relay offices, and let others know what's going on. We are not dead in “GM.” Solid with only two exceptions. Everybody work for the good of the service, for the good management of the office and a good superintendent, and show our appreciation of the kind treatment given. Every one will soon be on their vacations, and the perishable season, peaches, etc., will soon be here, so let’s continue the good work for the Order and the company, which we owe them. Ckrt. 2321. Atlanta Division, North End — The boys report a swell time In Baltimore. The convention was a huge success in every way. Bro. Dellinger, our esteemed assistant local chair- man, was delegate from this division. We understand Superintendent Norris is slated for promotion. We hate to lose such sincere, generous, deserving and broad-minded men, but will nevertheless be glad to hear of his suc- cess. With three more months good work by the brothers, we should be solid from Ooltewah Jet. to Atlanta. We are very near that mark now. and practically the rest of the nons have promised to come in, and help us carry the burden. We need them, they need us. This year we pay out $12 for our cards, and in return receive $60. For the small sum of $7.20 a year you can take out $1,000 life insurance for your families. Where can you find a better investment? We are going to ask every member to hand his journal to some non every month, and then write some of us to send him an application blank. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1081 For the good of all concerned, don’t sleep on duty. It is dangerous to yourself and detrimental to the Order. A word to the wise is sufficient. On bulletin: — Braswell and Locust Grove third, Sandy and Locust Grove second, Braswell, Locust Grove and Odum agency, and Flippen first. Bro. Ed Williams, relieved on third Rome, by Bro. E. Middlebrooks, goes to Aragon agency, vice T. C. Barker. Bro. Bandy, from second Hill City, (discon- tinued), displaced Bro. Groover, third Sugar Val- ley, who displaced Bro. H. E. Davis, second Oostanaula, who displaced W. C. Wood, first Shannon, latter taking second, Bro. H. L. Parker going to third North Rome. Bro. Nelson, third Longs, to Braswell agency, vice J. L. Walker, to second and Hardin to third; Bro. Love, third Braswell, to third Phelps, and Bro. House, third Oostanaula to third Dalton. Bro. W. E. Dellinger, agent Plainvllle, while at- tending the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Bro. B. L. Smith. The last assignments did not materialize as expected. Bro. J. L. Garmon going from second Powder Springs to second Silver Creek instead of to second Rockmart, and Bro. J. L. Gossett from Inman yards nights to first East Rome tower, displacing E. H. York. Bro. H. G. Gay, second Rome, on the sick list again, relieved by Bro. T. N. Austin, Mobile Division conductor. Initiation fees and a card for a period of six months each month of the year, is as follows: January and July $10.50; February and August, $9.50; March and Sept., $8.50; April and October, $7.50; May and November, $6.50; June and De- cember, $5.50. Make a note of this and have it on hand at all times. Let’s co-operate wit.* our superintendent, chief dispatcher and dispatchers, and help them make a record for the ‘‘Old Atlanta Division.” Div. Cor. Atlanta Division, South End — Telegraphers and agents desiring to make a change in positions should send in their bids at once so the positions can be permanently filled as early as possible. Following are on bulletin: Third at Dalton, Rome, Braswell and Locust Grove; first Flippen, second Sandy and Braswell, Locust Grove and Odum agencies. Boys, always be on your jobs, looking out for the block and the dispatcher’s wires, and pre- vent demerits. They are a bad mark against our records, which can be prevented by discharging our duties and working for the company’s Interest. Bro. J. F. Moseley has given up the Flippen agency on account of eye failure, and taken sec- ond Locust Grove block, relieved by Bro. A. W. Graves, from second Sandy, relieved by Mr. Raines. Bro. C. M. DeLong, second Stockbridgc, off a few days owing to his father’s illness, was re- lieved by Bro. J. R. Hightower, who previously relieved Bro. H. S. Pless, Flippen, ten days. Ex-Boss R. L. Ramey, first McDonough block, was relieved few days recently by Mr. Youman, a new man, who later went to Macon passenger station a few days. It has been very easy to get off lately, several jobs south of Macon having been cut out. Bro. John Williams, third Sandy, off a few days owing to sickness, was relieved by Mr. Burch. Mr. Mahone, of Locust Grove, who has been with this company a number of years, died re- cently. His bereaved family have our sympathy. H. G. Knott, fiist Jackson, Ga., Is keeping books for a grocery concern there. Let’s get after the ‘‘nons” on either side of us and in our offices, and show them the many advantages to be gained by being members. Bros. Aden or Graves will be pleased to furnish you application blanks. We arc nearer solid than we have been for years, but we need them all, and they need us more. Ckrt. 2280. Charlotte Division, South End — A few more old hardshells have removed the scales from their eyes and filed applications for membership. This shows that we can secure the nons if we will only persist in showing them that they are on the wrong road. They know it well enough, and simply need a little showing before they will acknowledge they have been in error all these long years. Let us all keep pounding away at them until there are no more of them among us. It is now Bro. J. L. Camp, agent Easley. Bro. J. N. Wallace, third there, while visiting relatives in North Carolina, was relieved by Bro. R. E. Pierce. Bro. M. N. Sewell, cut off third Madison, bid In third Ayresville. Bro. J. C. F. Clyatt, third Lulu, while off a week getting married, was relieved by Bro. W. M. Cureton. Congratulations. Bro. C. V. Tapp, agent-operator Chamblee, while on vacation, was relieved by Bro. R. P. Rudisell, second Cross Keys, and he by Bro. J. G. Blair, who also relieved Bro. P. J. Lyles, third Fallis, several days on the sick list, and later relieved Bro. A. E. Rice, first Cross Keys, a few days. Bro. Lyles, while on a trip to Savannah, was re- lieved by Bro. C. C. Harris. Bro. Melvin, second Oakwood, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. W. M. Cureton, who also relieved Bro. J. A. Barker, second trick Lulu, a few days. Bro. B. F. Moss, third Suwanee, off a few days, was relieved by R. W. Callahan, and Bro. T. M. Perry, second Duluth, off a few days, relieved by R. Boggs. Bro. E. J. Ayers, third White Sulphur, on vaca- tion, was relieved by R. L. Pearson, and Bro. J. W. McCrackin, first, on vacation, by Bro. C. C. Harris. Bro. F. A. Sherriff was on third Ayersville un- til bid in, vice Bro. Westmoreland, resigned. Bro. M. A. Galloway, first Greenville (train order side), on vacation, was relieved by J. F. Digitized by Google

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1082 The Railroad Telegrapher. Ayers, relieved on second by O. Bass, and he on third Toccoa by Bro. R. L. Johnson. Mr. Bass has given up Toccoa and will do extra dispatch- ing and other extra work at Greenville. Madison and Deercourt third abolished, making second trick men at these points work to suit the trains, Deercourt open from 8 am. till 5 p. m., then from 7 p. m. to 4 a. m.; Madison from 1 a. m. to 7 p. m. Bro. J. F. McBrayer, third Mt. Airy, on a trip home, was relieved by R. E. Pierce. Bro. C. S. Bosworth, third Gainesville, has re- signed and taken a trick in “AN” Atlanta, with the W. U. We don’t like to see him go, but wish him success. He was relieved by Bro. R. L. John- son. R. E. Pounce bid in third Toccoa, relieved on second Deercourt by Bro. E. A. Sherriff, and he on Ayresville third by Bro. J. A. Creasy. Bro. B. L. Walker, first Ayresville, while on vacation to Texas, was relieved by R. L. Pearson. Bro. J. A. Traber, third Norcross, while off sick, was relieved by R. W. Callahan; Bro. L. Elliott, third Cross Keys, sick a few days, by Bro. W. M. Cureton; Bro. K. W. Boggs, third Calhoun, sick several days, by R. Boggs, and Bro. W. P. Black, first Liberty, off sick a few days, by ex-Bro. C. E. Bush, bank cashier at that point “old timer.” Flowery Branch block, 8 a. m. to 6 p. m., has been re-opened by Bro. J. H. Reed. Bro. P. L. Turner, first Toccoa, while taking in the grand convention as delegate at Baltimore, was relieved by Bro. J. A. Creasy. Fraternally, B. W. Grant. Asheville Division, East End — Bro. Sigmon, first Oyama, on fifteen days’ vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. Shell, third Barber, and he by Bro. Slake, who also relieved Bro. Drumwright, third Newton, while off several days owing to sickness and later relieved Mr. Mauney, second Marion, a few days. Bro. Ward, first Biltmore, on vacation, was re- lieved by Bro. Waddell, of second, and he by Bro. Payne. Bro. Patton, second Morganton, was off a few days relieved by Mr. Bryson, a new man from C. & N. W. Let’s see that he is armed with an up-to-date. Bro. Coulter. Old Fort, on vacation, was re- lieved by Bro. Walker. Bro. Yow, third, off several days, relieved by Extra Calloway, and Bro. Drum- wright of second relieved a few days by Mr. Sauls. Bro. Summer, first “YD,” Asheville, off for about a month, was relieved by Bro. Frazier, agent Drexel, later relieved on fifteen days’ vaca- tion by Bro. Headrick, of second. Bro. Patton, second Bridgewater on vacation relieved by Extra Bro. Wagner. Bro. Weldon, third Biltmore, on fifteen days’ vacation, was relieved by Bro. Sigmon. Bro. Puett, agent-operator Ridgecrest, was off a few days on account of sickness, relieved by Extra Lawrence, who later relieved Bro. Beach at Nebo a few days. Bro. Coulter, agent-operator Claremont, of some time with rheumatism, relieved by Bro. Pope, of second Catawba. W. J. Ward, a new man from Georgia, is 00 second Black Mountain. We want him and Mr. Bobo, the agent who recently got a raise, to get a card. Quite a number of the members believe we should have regular meetings every month or so to stimulate interest and promote the welfare of all concerned. Suppose we have more sugges- tions on the subject. Ce*t. 2297. Asheville Division, A. & S. — Boys, let’s line up these extra men with nine new jobs on bulletin, they should cut out the board bill talk and come in. Bro. Cowan, first H’dville, off a few days was relieved by Bro. Ross Frazier; Bro. Carson on second, on .vacation by Bro. John Bishop and be on third by Bro. Cooper, second Campobello re- lieved by Extra Wise. Bro. B. D. Pace, third Saluda, on vacation was relieved by Mr. Murr, third Melrose and he by Extra Haney. Bro. Booth, second Landrum on vacation was relieved by Bro. Payne. Bro. Nettles, first Arden, attending court was relieved by Extra Rickman. Bro. T. B. Ipock, is to take a position in “GM," Washington, D. C., relieved on bid on first ’Ttyon by Bro. Rion, agent there. Bro. Weldon, third Biltmore, on a trip to Washington and New York was relieved by Bro. F. N. Sigman, formerly of this division but for the last year with the N. P. Bro. Ward is back on first Biltmore, after thirty days’ vacation. Bro. C. F. Sumner, first “YD” on the sick list was relieved by Bro. Ross Frazier. Try another dose of “No card, no favors.” Cert. 1793- Louisville Division — Bro. Yocum bid in “A” vice Bro. Dean, who bid in “W” agency. Bro. Fultz, while visiting his parents was re- lieved by Bro. Busey. Bro. Legate has resigned, relieved by Mr. Guthrie. Bro. Eager was relieved by Bro. Searcy a few days owing to his mother’s illness. Bro. Woods, on a thirty-day vacation, is visiting his home in Norwalk, Conn. Bro. Middleton was relieved a few days by Mr. Rodman. Let us show them what we can do by answer- ing the dispatchers and your message wire promptly. Brothers, always remember the motto: “No card, no favors.” Crrt. 2074. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1083 Queen & C re see rtf Route (North). A. G. S. R. R., Main Line — There is a new agent at Steele, one at Valley Head and Morgan ville is opened up for some good man. A meeting was held at Fort Payne, Ala., re- cently, but it was impossible for me to attend. Bro. J. W. Gardner, Hinton, Ky., who holds Grand Division card No. 15082, dated Vinton, la., March 31, 1893, also carries an up-to-date in the same card case. It seems that if there was noth- ing to the union Bro. Gardner would have found it out by this time. We are glad to have such a brother among us. His fidelity should inspire the younger men with greater zeal to work for the Order. Bro. E. H. Johnson, from the N. & C. at New Market, Ala., is now at Boligee. We are glad to welcome him to our midst Our local chairman who was off a few days in May looking after interests of the Order, relieved by Mr. Miller from the L. & N. reports about thirty new members for last month, making us al- most solid. Brothers when a new man hits the road see if he has an up-to-date if not go after him and notify our local chairman and we will soon be 100 per cent strong. Every member do his part. Don’t expect the local chairman to do it all. First Trick Dispatcher McLarin, south end, is on vacation, going to Dallas, Tex., on the Shrin- ers special, relieved by Mr. Irwin, north end dis- patcher and he by Extra Dispatcher Kirtley. Bro. L. E. Brice bid in second Tuscaloosa. Be sure and send Bro. Carter a copy of your bid on positions so he can check up when bul- letin closes and see that every man gets his rights. Send all the changes you hear of to Bro. J. H. Anderson, Division Correspondent, Woodstock, Ala., Box 42, by the 20th of each month. Cert. 431. C. N. O. & T. P., Third District, Oakdale to Chattanooga — Bro. Anderson recently went over the road pay- ing each member a short visit. It’s now Bro. Spaun, second Rathburn. Bro. Phillips of Evansville, relieved by Bro. Harrison, gets third “CX.” Bro. Butler was recently relieved at Cove Springs by Bro. Thompson of Greenwood. Bro. Hudson of Reddy is on vacation, relieved by Bro. Carter. The new tower jobs at Tunnel No. 9 are now filled. Our new schedule gives us a raise of $5.00 flat, and 32 cents an hour overtime, instead of 30 cents. This includes Melville and we understand there is a student there. Boys, how about this? Business has been rather dull on account of the flood. Dispatcher Saunders, now on third, vice Doug- las, gone North, is well liked by the boys. Our new chief, Mr. Blackwell, is giving us a square deal, so let us do likewise- Don’t forget your new cards. Thanks to Bros. Anderson, Boutwell and Carter, our committeemen, for what they have done for us. Ckrt. 105. Chicago & Northwestern Ry. Sioux City Division — The new schedule makes up for all the delays incident to obtaining it. From a wage standpoint it is one of the best in this section of the coun- try. All the heavy jobs were raised and all brought up to the present minimum, $55. Bro. Haymond attended a session of the gen- eral committee in Chicago, at which Bro. Troy was again elected general chairman. The semi- annual dues were raised to $6, in line with all other big systems. This will give us nearly $3,000 more per year, with which to gain con- cessions without the necessity of special assess- ments. The Sioux City meeting of May nth was well attended. We had several faithful members from the High & Moville Line with us. Next meeting will be held the second Sunday in July, and we hope to have an interesting program. Get your transportation early, and paste the date in your hat — July 13th. Don’t wait for the regular notice, but ask the chief dispatcher a week in advance. Prod your neighbor, and see that he comes with you. At the rate the boys are now coming in, we hope that e’er half of the year has passed this division will be as solid as Gibraltar. In 1910 our percentage dropped to nearly 50; interest was a thing of the past. No meetings were held, and things were surely discouraging. No one seemed to care whether anyone else be- longed to the organization or not. Seniority rights were given very little attention, and it was not uncommon to slip a man from another road into our best positions. How long would we stand for anything of the kind today? The slump we took at that time has all been regained, and then some. I worked on the division for nearly six months before I was approached upon the subject. A man will not work over six days now before he is tried out. That’s the way it should be, and the younger men who have so far taken but little interest should get in the game and not only attend the meetings, but keep us all posted upon what is going on at all times. Don’t wait for the local chairman or some other brother. Land on every new man who comes to the division. If you can not do anything with him cal! on the older fellows. They will get him. It is one con- tinuous fight, and we should all be soldiers. We can proudly point to a clear delinquent list for the first half of 1913. This has plainly dem- onstrated to us that it’s not altogether a question of how many members we get. It’s also a ques- tion of how many wo keep. At the last meeting Bro. Sheldon resigned the secretaryship and, upon motion, Bro. Noe was given the title of secretary-treasurer. The brothers who have not paid the division dues ol Digitized by Google

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1084 The Railroad Telegrapher. io cents per month should remit to him promptly for the months already passed this year, and the entire amount, if possible. About seventeen mem- bers have already paid in full. The fund#can be turned to various good, such as sick benefits and the like, and is a very handy thing to have. Some of the changes in men and positions are as follows: Bro. Hudnall relieved Bro. Boyer at Sac City while the latter relieved at Brada for a few days; Bro. Hayes takes Modale; Mr. Allo- way returns to tower “Z;” Bro. Boyd to the Bur- lington, relieved at Sargents Bluff, by Bro. Graham; C. B. Lobdell, new man, second Car- narvon— do not know where Baker went from Sargents Bluff; Stadum to Stanhope, and upon being relieved by Bro. Clanahan went to Salix while Bro. Hollowell visited home folks; Bro. Angel J. Gabrelson at work on second Mondamin, after a siege in hospital at Omaha; Bro. Noe, Mondamin, in Des Moines, planning new State building, and Bro. Brenneman to Sloan, on bul- letin. It is rumored that a much more simple monthly ticket report is to be sent out as soon as present form is exhausted. It is a much-needed reform. In working at perhaps seventy-five stations, on this and other roads, I have noticed a deplorable con- dition, for which the men are not to blame. This refers to the method of filing blank books and stationery. In any number of cases I have, per- haps, spent half an hour looking for some form of report, and, if found, probably the time re- quired to render the report would quite often not exceed five minutes and sometimes less. The fault lies in the fact that there is no uniform office arrangement for filing this stationery. I am firm in the belief that something along the line of the cabinet furnished by the express com- pany should be installed in every station, large or small. The cabinet, of course, should be much larger. The present conglomeration of cupboards and desk drawers is the first step towards waste, and should be done away with. A man should be able to step into any station and lay his hand upon any blank required. Anyone who has ever done extra work will verify these statements. Our completed station records need attention along the same lines. This is an argument for the system. Former Bro. Meehan has returned from his Chi- cago wedding trip. He now says he believes in union, and will be with us June ist. It is rumored that an effort will be made to raise the parcel post minimum to thirty pounds. If this comes to pass, it will undoubtedly raise cain with our express commissions, and we should prepare accordingly. “73.” L. J. D. Minnesota Division — Recent assignments: Telegraphers — first Kas- son, J. E. Lundahl; second Walnut Grove, A. E. Hunt; third — Janesville, C. N. Watson; Mankato Jet., R. H. Collins; Owatonna, W. H. Beyers. On bulletin: Telegraphers — third St. Peter Jet. and St. Charles; second Eagle Lake and Marshall; agent and telegrapher Byron and Revere. Bro. R. A. Pfefferlee *is now at Salem gravel pit, on the Dakota Division. The people at Marshall are wondering if the C. & N. W. will follow the good example of the G. N. and put up a new depot there. Bro. Ed Spornitz, from the Madison E>i vision, was at Waseca and Mankato recently. He has our sympathy in the death of his brother, W alter, at Duluth, a former agent on this division. Dispatcher T. F. Carroll has returned from two weeks’ vacation to Minneapolis and nearby points, relieved by Extra Dispatcher D. R. Carroll, now relieving Dispatcher J. P. Beynon, third east end, who is visiting in western Minnesota and South Dakota. A block wire has been strung between Mankato and New Ulm, which will help when the fall rush comes. Bro. H. L. Christ, now with the Big Four at Enon, Ohio, writes that he wishes to be remem- bered to the brothers with whom he worked here some nine years ago. Bro. G. J. Entemen, agent Claremont, is back from a pleasure trip West, and shows the benefit of the rest. Local Chairman Thomas has returned from the Baltimore convention, and will soon call a meeting at Mankato, where the events of the past three months will be gone over and thoroughly ex- plained. We should have a better attendance at these meetings, with the right kind of spirit and enthusiasm. We are all glad to learn that Bro. G. W. Cotton has recovered sufficiently to return to Winona and report for work. I want to thank the ten boys who sent me a bunch of news this month. Their help is very much appreciated. Bro. L. L. Larsen, at Bliss, Idaho, and Bro. E. W. Hiffernan, with the W. U. at Austin, send “B” to their friends. Second Byron and third Mankato Jet. closed owing to shortage of men. Byron second was closed two weeks while Bro. A. L. Beyers was visiting his old home in Wisconsin. Bro. Leo Kraft, St. Peter Jet., was or. New Ulm third a few days recently. We are indeed glad to report that Bro. Segur’s mother’s health was much improved when he re- turned from the West to St. Peter Jet. Bro. W. Hagerman, while in Ohio on business, was relieved at Evan by M. D. Van Darwarka, from Gary, S. D. R. A. Alcott, third Watertown, has resigned and gone with the W. U. there. O. A. Prescott has returned to first Sleepy Eye. R. A. Graham, who was at Sleepy Eye and Havana extra, has returned to second Marshall, relieving U. R. Hull, resigned. Bro. E. E. Turner, who relieved Bro. Thomas, agent Zumbrota, while he attended the Baltimore convention, was relieved at Redwood Falls by Telegrapher Johnson. Bro. M. S. Daly, at Springfield for the past three years, has resigned and gone with the C. P. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1085 Ry. in Canada. The best wishes of the boys ac- company him. He was relieved by L. B. Curran. S. M. Ladd relieved Telegrapher Clanton on second Springfield when he resigned the latter part of April. Brothers, attend the meetings, where you meet your fellow members on an equal footing, and can air your troubles. There are numerous little helps to be obtained by attending the meetings, and it shows the proper spirit and willingness to help others and thus help ourselves. When the next meeting is called, make up your mind, get a pass and attend. You will get good ideas from others and in expressing your views you may do some good to others. D. J. M. Madison Division — At our annual election, held in Labor Hall at Madison, Wis,, April a6th, the following officers were elected: L. F. Schneider, chief telegrapher; C. E. L. Hansen, local secretary and treasurer; W. A. Browne, first vice-chief telegrapher; H. R. Pigg, second vice-chief telegrapher; E. W. White, past chief telegrapher; H. L. Reeves, marshal; F. E. Warner, inside sentinel; F. E. Wickern, outside sentinel. Bro. C. E. L. Hansen, local secretary and treasurer, made his annual report, a statement of which was mailed to all members on this division. Our auditing committee, consisting of Bros. J. A. Barnes, C. M. Cronk and W. A. Browne, reported that it had audited the local secretary and treasurer’s accounts and found them correct, and that the expenditures were covered by vouchers, properly drawn and signed by the local chairman and bills for same attached, and all accounts balanced. It was voted to make our local dues $1.00 for the year 1913 payable on or before July 1st. Anyone in arrears after that date will be reported at the first meeting after July 1st. Notices have been sent out to all the members. Bro. L. F. Schneider told us about the late schedule negotiations, and compared our schedule with the schedules of several other roads, and we are satisfied that no one would trad* it for any of them. Throughout the negotiations, he said, the officials treated the committee in a courteous manner, and he has every reason to believe the managements want the telegraphers to enjoy all the benefit the schedule grants. So it's up to us to see that we get them. Any agent or telegrapher called upon to scrub out the depot, etc., should write Bro. Schneider and find out if he is supposed to do that kind of work. No matter whose duty it is, we should insist on them being kept clean; otherwise they are detrimental to our own health, and we have an agreement about this work. The following resolution was adopted at the meeting: " Resolved , That in case of a member, a mem- ber’s wife or a member’s child’s death, we, the members of Madison Division, Schneider Lodge, send a floral design in token of our sincere sym- pathy.” In order to carry out this resolution, any mem- ber who knows or hears of any deaths is urged to wire our local chairman or local secretary and treasurer the facts, so they can arrange accord- ingly. While Bro. Schneider was entertaining us with his report of the doings of our committee, an alarm was heard at the outer door of our lodge- room. Our watchful inside sentinel, Bro. Fred Warner, always on the alert, upon investigating, found in waiting Bros. W. J. Earley, D. C. Smart, P. E. Gray and F. E. Breing, of the general office force at Chicago. Our chief teleg- rapher ordered that they be admitted. These brothers are members of the Cort Club of Chi- cago, and they showed us how they do things at the Cort Club meetings so beautifully that they got several applications for membership to the club. As a rule, we have pretty interesting meetings, but those brothers showed us several new stunts. The verdict of all was that we would like to have them come again and again. The stork has been pretty busy the past month. Among other things it did was to make Bro. E. W. White, agent Brooklyn, a granddad, as a daughter came to the home of his oldest daughter, Mrs. Jacobson, at Ashland. Grandma White has been up and made the young lady’s acquaintance, and Ed will not recognize anyone unless they call him “grandpa.” Bro. H. E. Spornitz, off a few days on account of a fatal injury to his brother on the D. S. S. & A. Ry., was relieved at Butler by Bro. H. E. Gcrth, relieved by Bro. G. C. Siebold, from Dal- ton third. Death also claimed the mother of Bro. J. A. Kucher, agent Ridgway, and the father ol Bro. A. R. Sorenson, whose home is at Kleven- ville; also the wife of Bro. A. A. Babcock, agent Mt. Horeb. She was the mother of Bro. D. C. Babcock and had been sick several months. She was a member of the Ladies’ Auxiliary, and took an active interest in all their welfare. The brothers extend to these brothers their sincere sympathy. Bro. Sorenson was obliged to take a vacation to look after his father’s interests, and was relieved on second Oregon by L. H. Holley. Bro. E. F. Luckfield, second Afton, on vaca- tion, relieved by Mr. Hartwick, returned from a trip West, now relieving Bro. M. H. Keeffe, sec- ond Evansville, who took his family up to their old home at Trempealeau. Bro. L. F. Schneider and daughter, Irma, at- tended the Baltimore convention, taking in the sights at Washington, New York and Niagaia Falls on their way home. Bro. Gail Doering, who relieved H. J. Chris- toffer, agent London, was relieved by Bro. D. C Babcock, who remained there when Christ re- sumed work, making London a more desirable agency. Bro. J. B. MacKenzie, agent Norwalk, on a six months’ leave, was relieved by Bro. Ed Schmidt. Bro. H. E. White bid in Ashippun agency, vice J. W. Wagner, who bid in Sussex agency. Bro. Digitized by Google

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1086 The Railroad Telegrapher. R. J. Main bid in Brooklyn second. Walter Riney is on third there pending bulletin. The automatic signal bridges are up between Evansville and Monona yard; the poles and wires between Evansville and Syene, and the new inter- locking plant at Evansville is ready for the elec- tric machinery. The signal bridges are also up between Baraboo and Elroy, and much of the pole and wire work, which when finished will complete the automatic block system from Chi- cago to Elroy. From Harvard to Elroy it will be the best now in use in the country. The rail saw set up in the yards in Madison has been moved to Butler, where many carloads of rails have been sawed that became worn on the double track at the ends. By sawing off fourteen inches from the receiving end and ten from the other, a lot of wear can be gotten from rails without re- rolling them. There will be 1,800 engines in the State of Wisconsin equipped with electric headlights of the combination arc and incandescent pattern in the near future, costing the company about $175. Bro. Edw. Welch, tower “M,” visited his parents at West Allis recently. Bro. J. W. Hibbard, who relieved Bro. F. H. Main at Jefferson Jet. first while he relieved as agent at Copeland, is now on Baraboo second. Bro. H. M. Keefe was relieved on third Evans- ville by L. H. Hartung, who later went to Jef- ferson Jet. second. Positions recently assigned: Telegraphers, third — Brooklyn, W. J. Riney; Evansville, F. L. Main; Afton, L. H. Hartung; Wyeville, A. Kron- herg. Second — Jefferson Jet., W. S. Barnhart; Waukesha, H. E. Collins; Sparta, T. J. Leudtke. Agencies — Shannington, A. Thiele; Norwalk, C. M. Cronk, and London, D. C. Babcock for six months, pending the return of H. J. Chrstoffer. Dxv. Cor. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, Our gracious Father, in His infinite wisdom and goodness, has called to his everlasting home one of his loving children, the beloved wife of our brother, A. A. Babcock, and mother of our brother, David C. Babcock, and Whereas, We feel unable to find words to express our sympathy to these our heart-stricken brothers and can only commend them to Him who doeth all things well for comfort and consolation; therefore be it Resolved, That the members of Madison Divi- sion, of Division No. 76, O. R. T., do extend to our esteemed brothers and their families in their hour of sorrow our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement; and be it further Resolved, That in manifestation of our sym- pathy, we send to the grief-stricken brothers and family a copy of these resolutions; that a copy be spread on the records of this division, and that a copy be sent to The Telegrapher for publi- cation. H. J. Ralph, M. Cronk. the members of the O. R. T. and the Ladies' Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1087 Auxiliary, Madison Division, Schneider Lodge, for the beautiful floral offering and the sympathy and kindness shown us during the sickness and death of our beloved wife and mother. A. A. Babcock. D. C. Babcock. Ashland Division — Bro. Bessey, day clip man Ashland, set up to extra dispatcher, is slinging “31s” and “ 19s" from “Z,” relieved by Bro. Kittner, with us some time ago. Bro. Penberthy bid in Saxton second. Bro. Gartner is on third Saxton pending bulletin. Bro. Hunt bid in third New London. The agent at Monico now works a trick from 6 a. m. to 10 a. m., second man 10 a. m. to 8 p. m., third (which received a raise of $2.50), 8 p. m. to 6 a. m. Bro. Wilde secured Tomahawk Lake agency, relieved by Bro. Honzik, relieved by Mr. Busse. Bro. Rasmussen, second Summit Lake, relieved Joe King, first Antigo yard, who took night side wire Antigo dispatcher’s office. Bro. Chas. Erwin, second Antigo yard, resigned. Ed Rynders bid in third Aniwa. Perry Carter, second there, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Davis, who also relieved Bro. Matz, third Eland, a few days. Bro. Schutte, while off owing to sickness in his family was relieved by Mr. Jones, relieved on second Wittenberg by George Ervin. Bro. Johnson, first Wausau, called to Kaukauna on urgent business, relieved by Mr. Huncowski, first Wausau Jet. Bro. Keerner, second Wausau Jet., while visiting the flooded district of Ohio, was relieved by Mr. Davis, later resigned. Bro. Kilsdonk, first Kaukauna, while relieving the cashier, was relieved by Mr. Garvey. Paul Raettig, side wire, has been set up to dispatcher of branch wire. Dispatcher Kirker, temporary night chief, has resumed his regular trick, and Jack Eva appointed permanent night chief. As he is one of the boys brought up and educated on this division, we are glad of his promotion. Bro. Carmany, on a trip to his old home in Michigan, was relieved by Bro. Smith. Bro. Matz bid in second Pelican. Third Eland now on bulletin. Bro. Kumbier, third Tigerton, is off getting married. A number of new telegraph offices have been opened in anticipation of a heavy ore business. A telegrapher will probably be put on at Ashland dispatcher’s office nights to handle the "Q” re- ports of the heavy ore trains; also one at Ash- land ore docks to assist the dispatchers in getting the empty ore jimmies back to the mines. The dispatchers in Antigo office are now getting ready for their annual vacations. Raettig goes first, then Kirker, Treat and Eva. We all know how Eva will spend his. Bro. Luedke, of Marion, secured State Line agency, open during the tourist season. It has been some time since we have had a write-up in the journal. Local Chairman Hickok has appointed Bro. H. C. Rasmussen, of Antigo, as correspondent. If you will send him the news, we will have one each month. Sunday, May nth, was a banner day for the Ashland Division. The “safety first’’ movement was the occasion. Mr. Richards, of Chicago, was the principal speaker. He made a very able ad- dress, which was thoroughly enjoyed. We all felt proud of the fact that we have had a man in our midst who originated this great movement, being copied by the whole world, from which much good will be derived. About a thousand employes, and nearly as many outsiders who had heard of the great movement, were in attendance. Special trains were run from all directions, and all felt well repaid for the trip. We should have more meetings of this nature, where we can con- gregate and discuss the different phases of rail- road work. It is now up to us to show that the increase received April 1st was merited. In order to get results it is necessary to have a solid membership. Therefore, get after the nons, each one do his share instead of leaving it all to one man, and the result will be surprising. Send me your news items not later than the twentieth of each month, and I will do my best to give this division a good write-up. Dxv. Com. IVisconsin Division — The Wisconsin Division dispatchers started on their vacations of two weeks each on May# 1st, placing J. M. Dugan on second Milwaukee trick dispatching and C. E. Horning on third Wiscon- sin Division. Bro. Frank Choir, of Lake Forest, down with typhoid fever the past month or so, is recovering. He has received numerous bouquets from his friends there. George Stewart, who went to third Wisconsin dispatcher’s office to make out morning reports, was relieved by Mr. Hagler. Mr. Rehorst, of Eden, is following the gang laying steel between Eden and N. W. U. Jet., and will cut in at different places and get in communication with dispatchers to enable them to move trains. He simply hooks onto the tele- phone wire with a pole and converses with the dispatcher whenever the occasion may demand. This is a new experience for telegraphers. The writer visited “SJ’’ office recently, and was delighted to see the number of O. R. T. men there, including Ike, “XN,” “WM," “X” and “G.“ J. C. S. showed the writer his system ot keeping the numerous messages for the different offices separate and ready for immediate deliv- ery. It would do some of the boys a great deal of good to visit “SJ’’ and see how they work in that office. Send all nons’ names to Bro. W. H. Coburn, second Harvard, and let him wake them up. Mr. Normandie relieved Bro. Coburn while attending the Baltimore convention, accompanied by his wife. Digitized by Google

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1088 The Railroad Telegrapher. Joseph Lynch, one of the oldest agents and telegraphers on the line, stationed at Ridgefield, met with a very serious accident on Monday, May 5tn. While looking after the way freight engine to put some coal up in the chute, in some un- known way lie got in front of the engine and it struck him, breaking three ribs, cutting a deep gash on his head and injuring him internally. He is still in a very dangerous condition. Bro. C. H. Lee, of the Chicago Terminal force, visited his parents at Capron recently. Bro. B. L. Evenson, director at Clinton Street tower, was also out to visit his parents and look- ing after his large farm near Capron, where he will move in the future and take care of a large dairy. Bro. F. M. Richardson, second tower “EA,” while absent a week on account of sickness, was relieved by Mr. Micko, of Kenosha, who later went to third Waukegan on relief. Recent appointments are as follows: Mr. Cyr, Crystal Lake Jet. days, a summer office just open; Mr. Harrison, third Bain Jet. tower; L. E. Mich- land, second Hunting Avenue; J. H. Brown, first; Mr. Lyvers, second, and N. S. Jacobson, third Racine station. H. R. Wollmer, second tower “SW,” retiring from Eden agency. Mr. Cannary, third Kenosha, retiring from third “BS” tower. Mr. Wood, second at Highland Park. Bro. J. C. Richardson, of Lake Bluff tower, visited relatives at his home in Caledonia re- cently. \^e arc all very thankful to Local Chairman Coburn and the other members of the general committee, who worked so hard to get us a raise and better working conditions in our new schedule. Brothers, don’t forget our motto: “No card, no favors.” Div. Cor. Northern Wisconsin Division — Mr. Condon, extra thir*d Appleton Jet., resigned, relieved by Bro. Steeves, first Black Wolf. Bro. Noyes, who has been on first Appleton Jet. dur- ing the time three operators were put on ac- count pulp wood rush, is laying off sick. Bro. Hassman bid in Appleton Jet. Mr. Dickey bid in first Black Wolf, and Mr. White, helper, from Kaukauna, second. Try to send me some items. C. G. K., Cert. 613. Lake Shore Division — Our newly elected chairman, Bro. F. W. Tiedtka, of Denmark, held his first meeting at Manitowoc, April 18th, at 8:15 p. m. Bro. Tiedtka explained the difficulty he and Bro. Troy had in getting an increase in salary for us, and it was unanimously agreed that they had done splendidly, considering the disadvantages they had to contend with. The members of the Lake Shore Division assure the brothers that their efforts are highly appreciated. Among the brothers that were present at tfse meeting were: R. J. Goldie, Manitowac; E. P- Provitz, Brill ion; P. E. Johnson, Cedar Grove; LL Frank, Duck Creek; J. Sedlack, Cleveland ; G- W. Brewer, Montrose Jet.; H. A. Kuhl, Two Rivers; W. M. Houlette, Newton; A. J. Drengler. Denmark; G. W. Knudson, Calumet yard; local Secretary and Treasurer, F. H. Vasbinder, of Sheboygan; our cartoonist, J. H. Vanroy CSee April issue), of Montrose Jet., and the writer. Among the many things that came up for dis- cussion, was the affiliation with the O. R. C., B. of R. T., and B. of L. F. Bro. Tiedtka gave a lengthy talk on the neces- sity of affiliation, and the getting into the Order of every non-union operator on the system, to strengthen us in our fight for better wages and working conditions. The non-union men got an increase in wages equal to that of any of the union men, and not one of them ever said “It’s a shame to take the money.” Bro. Houlette, of Newton, one of the most enthusiastic members on the division, having no way of getting to the meeting, after getting to “GN,” hired a rig and drove there. Bro. Vanroy, laid up ten days with a very sore thumb, was relieved by Mr. Jones, at Montrose Jet., now at North Green Bay. E. P. Smith, Cert. 94. CARD OF THANKS. We desire to express our sincere thanks through the columns of The Telegrapher, for the sym- pathy extended to us, especially to Bro. Goldie for his kindness to me during our sad bereave- ment* W. J. Braasch and Family. Eastern District — - C. W. Goodell, agent Beaver Crossing, on a week’s vacation, was relieved by Relief Agent Edmiston. Thos. Currah, of Davenport, who has been seriously ill with penumonia, is improving rapidly. He was relieved by J. E. Edmiston. J. C. Van House relieved T. L. Ryan on second Wistier, resigned, until bid in by Bro. D. D. Hill, of third there. B. O. Loomer, agent Verdel, who relieved Bro. Kennedy, of Crowell, when taking his wife to Hastings for an operation, was relieved by Joe Kocum. Bro. C. C. Cushman, agent Hooper, made a recent trip to Chicago. R. L. Edens relieved Arthur Still, agent New- mans Grove, a few days recently. C. P. Reynolds, third Schribner, bid in Winner days. V. E. Birdsall, second trick dispatcher So. Norfolk, while on the sick list, was relieved by Clair Blakely, with Mr. Pumphrey on days and A. M. Bagley nights. The twenty-year-old daughter of W. J. Chap- man, third Irvington, died April 18th. Digitized by

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1089 A. K. Patterson, agent Bennington, called to the bedside of ht9 mother who was dangerously sick, was relieved by C. W. Goodell. Nearly all of the boys have been in Omaha to see the remains of the tornado. No. a carried in over 100 employes on March 30th to view what was left after the storm. A. W. Palmer, second Albion, is relieving the agent at Stafford, called away on account of sick* ness. R. C. Norman, third Atkinson, has been work- ing days recently. We understand he is going to take that solemn obligation "For better or for worse," shortly. He will sure get a card when he does. Div. Coe. Dakota Division — On bulletin: Telegraphers — Second Balatiou and DeSmet. Nights — Elkton, Oakes and Cavour. Agent-Telegraphers — Hooker, Highmore, Harrold, Rockham, Areo and Garvin. Although a new man on this division, with the assistance of the brothers, 1 am sending in this write-up, owing to the absence of the regular correspondent. Only one, however, responded to my request for items. The only way to get in the nons near and with you is to get after them. They get the raise the same as you, and should help to pay for it. S. Flower, formerly at New Ulm, on Minnesota Division, is now at Huron. Bro. Oleander, first Aberdeen, was out in Montana a week, looking up land. Bro. R. W. Richardson, of Salem, relieved on second south end dispatcher’s position by Mr. Stimson, took east end. Local Chairman Case, agent Miller, attended the Baltimore convention. Track between Hawarden and Iroquois is be- ing regraveled, and a telegraphers office opened at Salem pit, with Bro. B. Helwik, from High- more, in charge. Then made a two-man office for several nights with Bro. R. A. Pfefferlee, who remained there when it was made a one-man job again. Bro. Helwik then relieved Bro. Long at Iroquis, and later relieved Mr. S. C. Greene, on Balaton third, who relieved Mrs. Greene on second, the only one of the fair sex workmg on this division. Superintendent Dickenson, chief train dis- patcher Fairbum, and General Superintendent Dike, on tour of inspection over south end, found everything in tip top condition. The depot at Brookings was partly burned re- cently. C. W. Bohmer, agent from Salem, recently audited the books at Unityville. Salem depot is being extensively repaired and electric lights installed. Thanks to former Local Chairman Bro. Paulson for list of members. We are enjoying a fine raise and a revised schedule due to the efforts of our committee- men. I hope the brothers on the north end and the Horn will send me some news for next month’s write-up. Let’s soon have a rousing meeting somewhere on the division, to hear reports from our com- mittees. R. A. Pfefferlke. Colorado Midland Ry. First and Second Districts — Bro. Rose was our delegate to the Baltimore convention, helping to enact legislation for the elevation and ennobling of our craft. He was relieved by Bro. Taylor during lus sojourn. The Ladies* Auxiliary held a well attended meeting at Cascade, April 17th, and had a rous- ing good time. We all regret to hear of Dispatcher Carden’s failure in health, which compelled him to return home. May speedy recovery be allotted to this friend beloved by all. As a token of respect almost every telegrapher and other railroad em- ploye contributed for a benefit fund, our divi- sion donating $25.00 from the treasury. Bro. Crispell is now assigned to third trick as regu- lar dispatcher, and Bro. Crutchfield to *‘CY" regular. Mr. Kilpatrick, away for eight months, has resumed at Divide. Bro. Bruton, second there, after a short leave, relieved A. C. Ellis on second Leadville, later Bro. Bruton relieved Bro. Strimple on first Leadville, who left for Oklahoma on account of the illness of relatives there, and Mr. Ellis returning to second Leadville. Bro. Maxwell has returned to Cardiff after having a minor operation performed in Denver, relieved by Bro. Cunningham. Bro. Sullivan, third Cardiff, has resigned and gone back to Canada, relieved by Bro. Conkling, a newlywed who worked for Midland about a year ago. The boys are glad to see him back again, and con- gratulate him on his marriage. Bro. Cunning- ham is now clerking at New Castle; J. C. Mc- Mahan resigned to accept position at Vulcan mine. Acting Local Chairman Bro. Cooke, of Ruedi, informed the operating force at New Castle of a slight increase in salary there, effective May 1st. The boys desire to express theif appreciation through these columns for the efforts of those that were instrumental in urging this matter. Bro. Lively, of Busk, is going to Empire to rush operations and developments on his bonanza mine. Numerous employes of the Midland are interested in this project. May success and a rich strike be heralded soon. Mr. Van Degrift, formerly at Ivanhoe, goes to Busk. We hope he will now give us his application, as he has worked here on numerous occasions, but failed to come across. Bro. Daley, second Divide, has our heartfelt sympathy in his sad bereavement. God, in His infinite wisdom, has taken unto eternal rest Digitized by Google

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1090 The Railroad Telegrapher. a dear relative of his in Nebraska. Mr. Devine relieved him during his absence. Bro. Taylor relieved Bro. Spangler, second Colorado City, while sick. The street car men at Colorado Springs, on Sunday, May nth, disagreed with their employer and walked out. The suburban people, including the dispatchers and telegraphers also walked, but the pedestrians were not inspired with the scenic beauties of Pike’s Peak on such an irksome “hike/* and longed for their new vocation to cease. This must have touched someone’s chord of ruthful sympathy, for the next day the street car men won a decisive victory, proving once more that only in organization lies strength. Bro. G. R. Gardner, formerly at “GR” nights, is now with the VV. U. in Chicago. Bro. James has been assigned local chairman for the first district. One of our west end conductors, during his early career as a telegrapher on the C. M., was taken out of the service for reporting an agent. He then secured a position as train man on the road, and in time was promoted to conductor, the lofty aspiration of his life, but was recently discharged. No individual has yet succeeded by eavesdropping and reporting fellow employes. The Ladies’ Auxiliary membership is increas- ing rapidly, and has announced the completion of an exquisite quilt that will enhance with radi- ant beauty the parlor of the lucky brother who secures it. Notes this month are from Bros. Kincaid, Potts, Rose and Loveland. Cert. 6o. Western Maryland Ry. The proposition for revision of our new sched- ule has been presented to the management, who has promised to give the committee an answer as soon as possible. The success we meet de- pends largely on the strength we can show. One and all should do our duty in lining up the nons. It is only natural we should be anxious, but we must not become impatient. When our com- mittee goes in for a new schedule, quite a few hundred dollars are involved, and we should make haste slbwly, and help our committee all we can in its efforts for a speedy and satisfactory settlement. There are several nons on the line willing to accept what we can get for them. Get after them and explain what is required to get a new schedule and don’t relax your efforts until you land them. Our committee going in for an increase should open the eyes of the chronic kicker and non, whom we have so faithfully worked for and fed all these years, in our efforts to obtain a living salary. I wish we could con- trol the increase to such an extent that only members would be benefited thereby. Brothers, help me out on these write-ups; send me all the news you can by the 20th of each month. Guy. Bangor & Aroostook R. R. Bro. Morton was delegate to the Baltimore c-m vention from this division. We were glad t: see Bliss get the job. Bro. Cutler is on third No. Maine Jet. Bro. Howe, from Searsport, bid in bfilo agency. South LaGrange agency seems to |go begging Bro. Reynolds is handing out the tr “WB.” Bro. Hib. Scribner goes from Hudsor agency to “CD” Bangor. Come to the meeting next August, brothers, and see what’s doing. Do your share towards getting every eligible non into the fold ? Keep after them and help the old ones to stick. Get enthusiastic for the dear old Order. The engineers and firemen who went on strike January 18th, are still out and as firm for their demands as ever. Every brother should give our committee the same good, strong backing the engineers and firemen have, then there would be some footing to work on. Let’s all poV together and back it up to the limit the next time it goes in. Our hard-working Bro. Crozier, general secre- tary and treasurer, put out over a hundred bal- lots for the recent election of delegate, alternate and local chairman, and received back about seventy, a few of which were spoiled, leaving about forty not returned. Brothers, that is a very poor way to carry on your work. Every member should take enough interest in it to at least make a cross two or three times on a ballot sheet, sign their name to it and return it to Bro. Crozier, it would only take a minute. If a circular should be sent out asking every brother just what he would like to have the com- mittee do for him, and the returns were no better than this election, your committee would not know what you wanted or would like to have. The way we are located on this road, it is nearly impossible for us to all get together at any one time or even attempt it more than once a year, that is why so much depends on correspondence. Every member please bear this in mind. Get after the non who says he can’t afford it, show him where he can, and can’t afford to be a non. This grand old Order has helped thou- sands of us out since its inception, and is bound to help us a whole lot more yet, so keep the ball rolling towards the 100 per cent mark today, tomorrow and every other day. Before we got our first schedule, back in 1906, overtime and a lot of other things were unknown that we now enjoy today. There was no limit to hours of work, a fellow could and did work as long as he could stand it, day and night. Our committees have done wonderfully well for us in the time that we have been on the map, but can do more for us when the time comes right with the proper backing from the membership. Everybody get down to business now and continue on that route right up to the 100 per cent mark. A Mr. Reynolds who was recently referred to in these write-ups as “Bro” Reynolds, has dropped out and is not now a member. Cert. 5*. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1091 Texas & Pacific Ry. Eastern Division — There has been more or less apprehension on the part of some in regard to being taken out of services for truthfully expressing their opinions and volunteering nny information for our good. Tact and diplomacy is a combination to be respected in any man or number of men, but we are not doing the Order justice, nor fulfill- ing our obligations to one another by allowing a few fearless ones to bear the brunt of criticism and do the rough work, while we enjoy the profits of their labor. We should all come to the front and face the battle. “United we stand, divided we fall.” Let us be like the Three Musketeers, “One for all and all for one.” A few minutes earnest conversation with the non you are working with will result in giv- ing us at least a ninety per cent showing when the next roll is called. If some men would expend just one-third the energy in securing members as they do in scoring those who are members, our road would be ioo per cent strong in a short time. Some nons are like the “Man from Missouri,” they have to be shown, and it’s certainly worth our while to make the facts just as plain as they can be made. The general superintendent's circular says: We have proven ourselves loyal to the com- pany’s interest in the past, so brothers, we are certainly admired and respected. You are stand- ing in your own light when you do clerical work when you are crowded on the telegraph side of the office, cleaning switch lamps and delivering Western Union messages, when you ought to have a capable messenger service. All this and many more things tend to keep others out of employment. There has never been a deal, of any importance, consummated without a certain amount of risk at- tached to it. There has never been an organiza- tion, for labor’s benefit, that has not been legis- lated against and its leaders discriminated against: but like Rome that came out of barbarism into the greatest of civilization, so have labor organ- izations arisen in spite of persecution to unequal heights of “organization,” and that one word spells your destiny and mine. The average operator spends as much for tobacco in two months as would be necessary to pay his dues for six months. Let’s strive to help others and incidentally help ourselves, and save a little for the proverbial rainy day. If we ever expect to accomplish anything we must pull together. Talk and use common sense, and tell your thoughts to your local chairman. To be recognized as capable, responsible and efficient men should be the aim of every telegra- pher, and that is what membership in the O. R. T. means. The trainmen, conductors, and the engineers have been conceded rights because they arc thoroughly organized, and the station agent on ‘the road should join and help us out of this rut. Wear your button and a smile, and last, but not least, lend a hand to the O. R. T. Cert. 371. Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Ry. Middle Division — We are now enjoying a six per cent increase, thanks to our general committee and the O. R. T. Our General Chairman, Bro. F. J. McGraw, has returned from an enjoyable trip to the Baltimore convention where he served Division 9a as alter- nate. He was relieved by Relief Agent Burrel, from the Pittsburg Division, who also relieved Bro. Garin, agent Limestone, several days re- cently. A second trick has been put on at Limestone, bid in by Mr. Hetzel. Bros. Sweet and Murphy, at East Salamanca, have traded tricks, the latter is now on “the owl” and Murphy on second. Bro. Teller, second Riverside Jet., was re- lieved two days by Mr. Matthews. • Bro. A. P. Johnston and Mrs. Johnston, second and third Freeman, have resigned, to engage in business, relieved pending bids by Mr. Matthews and Bro. Albanese. Some one south of Clarion Jet. kindly send in the notes from that end. We are under obliga- tions to Bro. Fitzgibbons for a large share of this month’s news. Jack. Pittsburg Division — Mr. McKendrick, third Hyde, off three days hunting, was relieved by Mr. Griffin. Both are young in the service, and will soon be with us. Bro. Guelich bid in Millikens first, Bro. Pooler going to Rockton second. Bro. Bauer, first C. & M. Jet., is both proud and happy since the visit of the stork. Our genial dispatcher, Mr. Lerch, has the knack of getting good service, and treating us fair at the same time. We are glad the boys take pleasure in doing what he asks them to do instead of doing them because they have to. Things willingly done are a joy, alike to the giver and the recipient. Bob. Illinois Central R. R. Tennessee Division — We have arrived at a stage where we are not asking the nons to join us as a favor, nor to help us out, but to give them a fair opportunity to help better their own conditions, and they should be able to see the light after all the Order has accomplished, and see it just as quickly as ordi- nary circumstances will permit, especially those who are drawing a substantial increase each year, including improved working conditions as a result of the efforts of the working members of this organization in their behalf. I sometimes wonder if the prefix “Mr.” is intended as a mark of respect or pity for those poor, habitual drones who, month after month, and year after year, continue to suck the honey from the hive of progress, built and filled by the many workers and supporters of this organ ization. What a world of privation and starva tion this would be if we depended on the ef Digitized by Google

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1092 The Railroad Telegrapher. forts of these non-progressives to advance the cause from which they are now drawing their subsistence; instead of being fed by their fellow workmen, while their consciences remain as tough as the hide of the rhinoceros, not permitting even the sting of shame to penetrate them. The writer, personally, has a feeling of sym- pathy for them, for I believe their consciences will yet come to life and enable them to see that they are not doing anything to promote the wel- fare of their profession. They can not expect to be treated with any conisderation when they place themselves in such a position before the eyes of other members of their craft. How can they look a fellow-worker in the face or speak to him without a blush of shame after all these years they have been feeding out of his hand. If we were all of the same warped and selfish disposition as they, I often wonder wbat the conditions of the agents and telegraphers would be today. It is to be hoped those habitual nons will soon be convinced that they have 'been wrong in with- holding their financial and moral support from those who have been and are today working to better their conditions, and hand in, with an application blank, the small amount necessary for a card out of the many dollars the O. R. T. has been handing them each year, thereby re- gaining the respect of their fellow-workers. A list of non-producers can be secured at any time from the local chairman or general secre- tary and treasurer. E. Cosgrove. New Orleans Division — New members coming in all the time, and the little bunch of nons is fast melting away, like “dew before the summer sun.” The comparison in the quotation has reference to the melting atone; for one would never think of comparing a non with the shining and refreshing dew, which revitalizes each night a tired world; but rather to the hoar frost would we compare him, blighting and contaminating the useful and beauti- ful with its presence. The meeting at Baton Rouge, May 23d, was one of the largest and most enthusiastic ever held on this division. In fact it was the largest with the exception of the meeting at Harrison in October, which was our banner effort in the way of meetings. Every one seemed to nave made earnest efforts to attend, and those not present sent greetings and regrets. Sister Mollie Rollins, from Pattison, and Sister iuary Holliday, from the Natchez district, were present as usual, and received the congratulations from everyone on being our most regular and punctual attendants. Truly, they set a shining example to some of our big, lazy brothers, who could add so much to our meetings, and derive so much benefit themselves. Bro. Daugherty succinctly explained the new schedule and everybody felicitated everybody else upon the work of the general committee. Bros. Daugherty and Montgomery made talks for the general good of the Order, and urged that in the future, as in the past, every shooider kc kept at the wheel. Bro. Cogan bid in Port Gibson night ticket clerkship, and Bro. Williamson, assigned to third tuere, pending bu^etin. Bro. Monday, now on third Baton Rouge pend- ing bulletin, has been transferred from Divifioi 21 to the “Banner.** Bro. F. T. Cook, of Divi- sion 6 2, on second Burnside pending bulletin, has also been transferred to No. 93, and Bra J. C. Smith, Gramercy nights, from the Grand to No. 93. Bro. Cook has been relieving Mr. Feig, first Baton Rouge. It is now Bros. G. G. Beauchamp, second Born- side; J. I. Magee, agent Boyle, and Homer Green, agent McNair, guiued from darkness into Jigirr by the strong hand of our Irishman from Fort Gibson. There were no applications for Russum, Miss., agency, and it was assigned to Mrs. C. W. Hoff, whom we soon will greet as Sister. Bro. G. G. McIntosh, agent Raymond, is quite ill at the new I. C. Sanitarium in New Orleans. We hope for “McV* speedy recovery. Bro. J. D. Schooler, agent Myles, is relieving Bro. McIntosh. Bro. J. R. Baker hat resigned Stampley agency, relieved by Mr. Ayer, from ’Zachary, whom we will soon call brother. The old Mississippi River is on a rampage, and has inundated the Valley railroad tracks in many places. The boys north of Vicksburg and south of Baton Rouge must have brave hearts to sit at their keys, while the mighty Father of Waters rushes onward to the sea, oftentimes twenty to thirty feet higher than their offices against the levees, which alone stand between them and destruction. R. L. M. Wisconsin Division — Bro. Niedegh resigned at Burlington to enter other business, succeeded by Bro. Franks, Seward nights, and he by Bro. Dolezal, the only appli* cant. Bro. Layton, of Minonk days, is off on account of the death of his baby with whooping cough. We all extend the brother our sincere sympathy in his loss. He was relieved by Bro. Kelly, re- lieved on second by Bro. Dolezal. Bro. Scblaf is on a sixty-day leave to Colorado, vacancy bid in by Bro. Edwards, the only applicant. Bro. Sherbert, of Amboy, attended court »> St. Paul several days, summoned by the company in the McMahon case. Boys, remit Bro. Shannon your dues for this term at once and also remember that they are about due for next terra. Don’t be the l**t one to get an up to date. The new telephone has been installed on the south end, and is being used by the dispatchers. It did not take the boys long to get used to it All brothers extend their deep sympathy to Bro. Green in the death of his father. It wis not known in time or a floral offering would have been sent the brother. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1093 All the numbers and the time of some of the trains were changed on the east end, which made it necessary to* re-arrange the Sunday hours. A new train was put on the south end which will make it better for the boys from way down the line to attend the meetings, although it does not get to Freeport until 9:20 p. m. The attendance at the meeting on April 18th was not very well attended. Those loudest in their complaints were not present at all. Local Chairman Kelly satisfactorily answered all ques- tions that were asked. Bro. Stocks was all smiles as he had received pay for the 1911 vacation period, due to the persistency of Bro. Kelly. An ounce of sympathy, out of the pocket, is worth a ton out of the heart, and the boys surely took the weight off of their pockets when it came to help Bro. Lisle, of Rockford, $100.25 was subscribed for the brother during his sickness lasting about three months. He extends his thanks to all the brothers who helped him. A non has no more friends than a baseball umpire. Bro. Boyer, of Evarts, has returned from his vacation. He was relieved by Relief Agent Parks, now relieving Bro. Cameron, at Alworth, on vacation. Bro. Cox, second yard office, was relieved a few days by Bro. Kuhlemier. Bros. Westbrook and Hays, of Coleman, bad a very exciting time one night recently when a negro section man started to shoot up things around the depot. One negro was punctured several times, but the brothers escaped all right. The new arrangement for holding meetings has been completed and Freeport will hold its first one June the 19th, and the first Thursday after the third Tuesday will be the regular meeting night. Don’t forget the date, as the notice in the journal directory will probably be the only notice you will receive of the regular meetings. These meetings should be of special interest, being in a circuit with Chicago, Milwaukee, Cedar Rapids, Ottumwa, Des Moines, Omaha, St. Joseph, Kan- sas City and Little Rock. It is expected that a grand officer will “swing around” the circuit each month, as well as the general chairman of each of the roads included, which will give us two different speakers at each meeting, and make it very interesting. With the present train facili- ties, every town between Minonk and Freeport and Parkway and Freeport should be represented at these meetings. We expect the branches to do their part and also the boys from below Minonk who can get there. Be sure to come, and invite your brothers from connecting lines to accompany you. The next meeting will be held in our new hall, which ’is in the new First National Bank building, just one block up the street from the hall where we have been holding meetings for years. This is a dandy new hall, and you should not miss the first meeting in it, as it is going to be a “hum- mer.” Cert. 25 22, Cherokee- Omaha Notes — Twenty-three of the faithful in attendance at a meeting at Fort Dodge, Iowa, on April 24th, en- joyed fellowship one with another and transacted business necessary for our welfare. Bro. Hill presided in the usual manner after being absent from the “chair” for several months. We regret that the Omaha Division was not better repre- sented. We appreciate the fact that it is difficult for men at one-man stations to leave at times, but not so in all cases. Let everyone attend here- after who can. Train service both in and out of Fort Dodge is very good, and we want a larger attendance at the next meeting, of which you will receive due notice from the local chair- man. It was decided that Fort Dodge would be the best point to hold our meetings, and this will give practically all a chance to attend who pos- sibly can. We hope our few delinquents will see that it is their duty to pay up and help secure the better conditions we are fighting for. They owe it to themselves, their families and their fellow work- ers to do so. Bro. Costello, Hinton, has resigned and gone with the G. N. at Bisbee, N. D. Bro. Marshall, Steen, received Hinton on bid. Bro. Kelly, first Storm Lake, is relieving L. L. Neeley there, on thirty days’ leave. Bro. E. W. Wilson, Newell, is on six months’ leave, relieved by Bro. Robinson. Local Chairman Bro. Hill attended the Balti- more convention, relieved by his clerk, H. Nelson. Eight agents have asked for relief, and no extra men on tfie division. Bro. Sherrill, Cleghorn, has resigned to take up piano tuning. He is making good and retains the “card.” Bro. Cleghorn bid in the vacancy. Bro. Stivers, Correctionville, has asked for two weeks’ leave. The money drawer in the I. C. depot at Rock- well City was robbed recently of $30. Some small express packages are also missing. The three young men who broke into the M. & St. L. depot at Storm Lake recently were taken to Fort Dodge by the federal authorities to explain why they stole the “booze.” Bro. Olsen, Hills, visited Storm Lake and Alta recently. R. Weaver is at Steen pending bulletin. Boxes for the protection of the United States mail have been installed outside of the depots at East Sioux Falls, Rowena, Hills and Steen. This will eliminate any overtime that (bight creep in at those stations. The train baggagemen who have to hand this mail into the mail cars are in favor of such a movement. They should take the matter up. Let’s work together. Bro. Harry Akeson, LeMars, has resigned, re- lieved by Bro. A. E. Olsen, on bid. Bro. W. B. Sievers, agent Sioux Falls the past two years, has gone to Dubuque, Iowa, relieved by F. M. Hurley, chief clerk to the D. F. A., II. S. Powell, Omaha. It is now Bro. O. W. Eller, the obliging “KN” at Sioux Falls. Digitized by Google

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1094 The Railroad Telegrapher. Send Bro. Olsen, at Hills, Minn., notes for the journal not later than the twentieth of each month, so that others will also know what is "doing” on our division. Cert. 998. Springfield Division — Our last meeting was well attended, and we made it a lively one. It was announced by Bro. Stone that the committee is drawing up a schedule to be taken before the officials of the express company. We want to do all we can to win a schedule from them, so let's make an unusual effort to get in the none and secure their support. The June meeting was postponed until Bro. Stone's return from the Baltimore convention. He was relieved by Bro. Theo. Beach. Bro. L. L. Messenger, agent Mt. Pulaski, was recently married. Congratulations. Ratcliffe is relieving Bro. Baugh at Alhambra, who relieved Bro. Sturgeon at Divernon. Bro. H. O. Williamson is on second Litchfield pending bids. Bro. C. O. Gray is relieving Bro. W. S. Burt at Kenney, the latter being ill. Boys, if you want a write-up each month, you will have to help get the news. The brothers on the different districts should mail them to me not later than the twentieth. I failed to get in on the May issue, due to my illness about the time it should have gone in. Bro. Ned Warrick is on vacation, relieved by Bro. Reiser. Bro. Gray bid in second "KD,” relieved by Mr. Dowell at Kenney nights. Bro. H. O. William- son is on second "RN.” Bro. G. McAllister has returned froiri his vaca- tion, relieved by Bro. Reiser. Our worthy chief "WAG” has returned from his vacation, relieved by "PJM,” who was re- lieved by "RRH” out of "CO” office, and he at "CO” by Mr. Horton. Bros. Cox and Vallow are on their vacation. C. W. Donaldson, Div. Cor. Indiana Division — During the high-water rush Stewartsville, Evans- ville and Browns were opened as night offices, two men at "WA,” Bro. Heuring on second Browns, and Bro. Steffens on first. Bro. Greenfield, at Graysville, has bad his hands full during the last month. Bro. P. L. Burr is now on second "Q,” vice Mr. Caster, doing extra dispatching. Bro. Moore* from the extra list, went to Dalton City during the illness and death of Bro. Land. Agent Weems bid in Bargerville agency, and Bro. Glass, Delavan, 111. Bro. Bales is at Palestine pending bids. Let’s get after the nons on the division and line them up. Div. Co*. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased our heavenly Father and all-wise Ruler of the universe to call to his reward our brother, A. J. Land; in manifestation of our grief and fraternal sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of the Indiana Division of Division No. 93, O. R. T.f extend to his wife and members of his family their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement; and be it further Resolved , That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the bereaved family, a copy spread 00 the minutes of this division, and a copy forwarded to Thb Railroad Telegrapher for publication. W. S. Hall, W. W. Roth rock, W. O. Heuring, Committee. Yazoo A Mississippi Valley R. R. Memphis Division — At the meeting held in K. of P. Hall, in Tut- wiler, April aoth, many very important questions arose, and it is to be regretted that we did not have a larger attendance. In deciding important matters it is very essential that we have a good attendance. Many members were present who encountered real difficulties in getting there, while many were absent who could have attended more easily. Boys, let us get away from this habit. The O. R. T. should be a business proposition with us, and the benefits we receive will depend upon the interest we take in pushing it forward. Bro. Suber, of Webb, explains that his absence and that of Bro. Hurt, of Sumner, was occasioned by having to spend the night in the woods be- tween Sumner and Tutwiler, trying to coax the former’s auto into town. Our bulletin letters, however, read: "No excuses accepted.” It is now Bro. I. J. Atkins, third Coahoma. We welcome him and trust that he will keep the ball rolling by getting another application. Bro. Kelt- ner, of Coahoma, visited his family, located tem- porarily at Lula on a recent Sunday. Bro. W. P. Mocre returned to Lula on May 1 st, but has gone to Colorado Springs again to remain until September. Bro. S. B. Van Meter is now on second Clarks- dale, and will move his family there. Bro. C.‘ J. Chapman, second Robinson ville, has moved his family to the living rooms over the station. Bro. F. A. Brown, of Tutwiler, visited his son. agent at Alligator, recently. Bro. E. B. Gibson, off several weeks with rheu- matism, has returned to first Tutwiler. His health is improving steadily. General Chairman R. R. Green, while attending the Baltimore convention, was relieved at Dodds- ville by Bro. J. T. Cox. Bro. J. O. Owen, former agent at Moorhead, has our sincere sympathy in the untimely death of his wife in Arkansas. Div. Cor., Cert. 1284. Chicago Great Western R. R, Northern Division — Bro. J. L. Moser has been promoted from teleg rapher Cannon Falls to cashier Red Wing. Bro. A. R. Wilson has returned to third Rice- ville from a visit with relatives in Michigan. Digitized by i^.ooQLe

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1095 Do not send letters to Bro. Norris by railroad mail to Inver Grove. He does not work there, but gets his United States mail there. Our hard-working local chairman, F. B. Le- Fever, of the Western Division, has been pro- moted to freight claim inspector. Wonder if the agent at Gilliat, who claimed O. R. T. men were never promoted, has heard about it Bro. D. G. Lunch, second Elma, relieved Bro. M. L. Chaney at Alta Vista a few days while the latter was attending court. Mr. Jones, dispatcher’s office nights, disappeared recently, and Non Adams was again dug up. Bro. Morse has resigned West Concord and gone with the Missabe Range ore road. This division is short about eight telegraphers, and Stanton, Skyburg and Vlasaty closed nights owing to the scarcity of men. Bro. C. H. Kinne, third South St. Paul, ap- pointed manager of Postal Company there, was relieved by H. Parrot. Bro. L. G. Meek relieved Bro. C. H. Everett, agent Taopi, who took third, vice J: B. Worley, resigned. Bro. A. Knutson, second Skyburg, resigned, is now working at Miles City, Mont. Bro. L. D. Anderson is now on second Denison, relieved on third there by J. H. Little, from Devon. F. R. Mills, agent Dodge Center, is quite sick with a tumor, and may have to be operated on. Bro. P. J. Weber, second Coates, is now at Rich Valley agency. C. E. N. Southern Division — Bro. J. A. Frye is now agent at Conception, Mo., with Hon. Bro. H. F. King on first; Bro. E. D. Spencer, second, and F. D. Chism, third. Mr. Chism promises himself a card soon. W. A. Long, who relieved Bro. Stevens, did not stay long — “too wild and woolly” and “no place for a minister’s son.” Bro. Frye attended the recent agents' meeting at Oelwcin, relieved by Bro. King. Bro. M. J. Walker, third Afton Jet., while at “SX” and Diagonal was relieved by Bro. C. B. Pettet, transferred from the Grand to Division 96. Agent Dickens, Diagonal, is on vacation, relieved by W. F. Wallace, who will soon be a brother. Bro. J. H. Calkins, agent Maloy, has resigned and gone with the Union Pacific at Abilene, Kan., near his home, relieved by Bro. Wilson pending regular appointment, and he on second Afton Jet by Mr. Adamson, a new man. We regret losing such a good member as Bro. Calkins. Bro. C. Tilp, agent Peru, on vacation, relieved by Bro. O. E. Weaver, of second, relieved by J. A. Worel, who will soon be up to date. M. M. McCullough, assigned Shannon City agency, will be a brother next month. Bro. J. A. Pope, second Shops, resigned, re- lieved by Mr. Howe. Good luck. We are sure sorry to lose such live ones. No write-up from the Southern Division in the May Telegraph er — the convention number — just because no one sent any items. It doesn’t look right. If you want a write-up every month, you must send me the news. It will only take you a minute to give me the changes at your sta- tion or any other where you know of them being made. We could have a good write-up every- month if every brother would do his part. Some brother on the north end take it upon himself to send me the news every month. I have written several, but none of them seem to be irterested enough to reply. Send your items to Maloy, Iowa. Fraternally, L. W. Wilson, L. C. Southern Div. Seaboard Air Line Ry. Portsmouth, Va., May 20, 1913. All Members Division 97: This is to notify you that the dues for the terra ending December 31, 1913, are now due, and that if you have not received notice from my office it was because you have changed your address and have not notified me. You can therefore consider this an official notice, and mail money order or check to cover. I am anxious to see every member of the division with an up- to-date card before July 1st. Will you do this, and not be found wanting for the term ending December 31st? I take this method of thanking each member of Division 97 for the loyal sup- port given me during the past. It has been a pleasure for me to work for your interest. Much has been accomplished. It is needless for me to attempt to cite you the numerous benefits de- rived through the efforts of our organisation dur- ing the past year — they are too well known. The manner iri which the men have been co-operating with the officers of the division is most gratifying. Brothers, there are only a few none left. How easy they could be secured if a little more ginger and determination was put in your work. Will each of you join with me working, so that 1913 may be the banner year? Don't satisfy yourself because we have a good schedule that you can afford to relinquish your efforts and stop there, because the benefits you enjoy today only pave the way for something better. You must remem- ber that the labor union depends upon unionism; it depends upon the uniting of labor people, and the success of any union can only come through continuous organization. The duty of every union member is to be a missionary. I have always contended that it is up to every agent and teleg- rapher enjoying the improved working conditions in effect on the Seaboard, or any other railroad, to pay the tax of his trade, and if Mr. Non will not pay this tax, then put into effect “No card, no favor,” for the time is now when a distinction should be shown. Be a union man both in heart and principle, for that old gag, “I’m with you; I’m in the tough,” etc., so often thrown at you when asking for applications, has beebme an eye- sore. Election for the ensuing two years has been held, and each of you advised of the results. On account of the resignation of Bro. O. L. McRae, of Wildwood, as local chairman for the Florida Digitized by Google

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1096 The Railroad Telegrapher. Division, Bro. F. VV. Brown, of Cedar Keys, has Wen elected to fill balance of term. It is asked that all members on the Florida Division rally to the support of Bro. Brown, showing that your heart is in the work with him, making his admin- istration a successful one. Having been re-elected general secretary and treasurer for the ensuing two years, it will be my pleasure to serve you to the best of my ability, letting the work done by me during the past speak for itself. The position of traveling for the time is dis- continued, and that part of my work will be done when so ordered by the general chairman, Bro. May.. Thanking you for your co-operation. Fraternally, F. O. Cumming, G. S. & T^ N. C. Division — To Brothers on Division 97: I wish to ex- press to you my sincere thanks and appreciation for your support which honored me as a delegate to our national convention in Baltimore. My plans were made, relief and passes all arranged; but, owing to the serious illness of my wife, who was taken to the hospital the day before I had planned to start, I was forced to abandon the trip. However, Alternate Bro. H. D. Tally, of Cameron, was in a position to get off on short notice, and represented us there. Thanking you all again, and with the request that we all not only stand by the colors but strive to be even better Order men and better railroad men than ever before, I am, Fraternally yours, J. E. Carter, Polkton, N. C. Ulster & Delaware R. R. The general committee has commenced the work of schedule revision. Our proposition contained a request for changes and additions to the rules, the most important of which are: Straight seni- ority rights, a ten-hour day, and one day off per month, with pay, for agents and telegraphers working seven days a week. We requested a minimum of $60 and an increase of $5 to all now receiving $60 or more. This work requires much patience and effort on the part of the committee and members as well. The company has agreed to give us straight seniority rights. While we have no way of pre- dicting what the full outcome of the work will be, we hope to secure a satisfactory settlement. However, it means you will have to do your part. All we ask of you is to have patience and confi- dence in your committee and support us fully, for the contentions are right, and when we know we are right we can not be held back. We are going ahead and will keep going just as long as you command us and just as long as we have your backing and the backing of the grand officers of the O. R. T. General Committee. Main Line — Bro. Klein was relieved by Mr. Falk wb£* attending the Baltimore convention as a efelegafe- The latter had previously relieved Bro. Haines. Mr. Moore, of Hobart, has been granted a months’ leave of absence, with the privilege of a couple of months’ extension. We hope he * successful in bis garage and plumbing business Bro. Morgan bid in Hobart temporariljr- Bro. Krom of K. K. Jet., was on M business* trip to Kingston recently. Mr. Jones, from “BS,” has been transferred to the paymaster's office as clerk. Bro. Morgan relieved Agent Mould at Rondcrst for two weeks. As I write this. May 25th, I learn that Bro. Markson is still in the Willimantic, Conn., hos- pital with a severe case of typhoid, but is doing as well as can be expected. The New Haven boys are looking after him. Jim Jump, of Olive Branch, expects to gv “back on the farm.” The new station at Haines Falls will soon be completed, and Agent Gellner is putting t he fin- ishing touches to its appearance by carrying an up-to-date card. Employes on the O. & W., D. 4 H. and C. 4 N. E. are enjoying one day off per month, with pay. We will be enjoying it, too, if you will do your part. Brothers, I have been appointed correspondent, and if you will send a few notes to me at “YA” each month, I will endeavor to have a good write-up. “Iee-” i Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Ry. April 1 8th the north mail limited. No. 8, ran into a washout at Meyers, just east of Saxon, completely turning the engine over and pinning Engineer T. McNulty underneath it in several feet of water. He lived several hours, as bis his head was above water, but died before the wrecker arrived. No passengers were injured. Baggageman E. Powell, who cut in and sent the sad news to “BF,” was later relieved by Bro. Wubbena, first Thoraaston, who remained there until the wreck was cleaned up. The freight traffic is very heavy, with extras galore, but the track in places is still in bad con- dition on account of the high water. H. James, baggageman Ewen, promoted to third telegrapher at Wetmore, later relieved by Bro. Phillips as agent at Girney, who bid in Paynes- ville agency, vice Bro. Therbert, who resigned, was relieved, pending transfers, by Bro. McNeil, a new man, later resigned and gone to the C P- Telegraph positions now open for bids: Brim- ley and Michigamme, third Wetmore and second Houghton. Work trains arc being put on for the summer. One shovel was cut in at Anthony. Ballasting is the main object. Bro. B. W. Davis, Front Lake, has resigned. Bro. J. Anderson, Bergland nights, has bis new vibroplex in operation. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1097 Bro. Crull, agent Kenton, off two weeks, visit* ing friends and relatives in Indiana, wa9 relieved by Bro. Davidson, Kenton second, and he by N. M. Lcffler, a new nun from the Ishpeming Western Union, who previously relieved M. E. Bradley, second Trout Creek, while on an ex- tended vacation South. Agent W. J. Des Jardines, of Republic, is on a business trip to Milwaukee. William Lester, second Horton freight office, has promised to join shortly. Bro. N. K. Ziegler, of Republic, who has been on the sick list, after spending a few days at his home in Minnisink, relieved Bro. Kronker at Houghton, who went to Michigamme. Later Bro. Ziegler was relieved by VV. H. Hart, who worked in “DP” office Horton years ago, but lately in the broker’s office there. Brothers, please jot down all the items you can and forward them to Bro. Wubbina. Ewen, by the twentieth of the month. We want a good write-up, and must try to get in all the nons. Work on both sides of you and see if we can’t make all stations solid. L. C., Cert. 13°- “800 Line” Ry. Chicago Division, First and Second Districts — Bro. J. H. Arends,. off two weeks on jury duty, was relieved by a new man. Bro. P. H. Clark, first Kolze, was off a few days, relieved by J. R. Ibsen. Bro. Charles E. Eckerd bid in third Gray's Lake, relieved on third Byron by Bro. C. H. Bowman. Bro. C. E. Lawyer bid in second Grays Lake, relieving Bro. Charles Neumann, and was relieved as agent Stockton by Bro. J. A. Fon- stad on bid. Later Bro. Fonstad, while on his honeymoon, was relieved by H. L. Lepinski, and he on second by Ibsen, from Northern Division. Bro. Fonstad was relieved as agent Byron by Bro. M. A. Chapman on bid, relieved on second Waukesha by Bro. C. L. Larsen on bid, relieved on third Rugby Jet. by E. K. Martin, from the A. P. Bro. A. K. Satterfield, third Lake Villa, and Bro. W. R. Johns, third Burlington, off a few days, were relieved by C. D. Cook, from Camp Lake nights, closed meanwhile owing to the short- age of men. Bros. Stanke, Lund, and Satterfield, second Bur- lington, and second and third Lake Villa, “took in” Chicago recently, Bro. Satterfield invoftmg in new togs. Bro. A. C. Stanke, second Burlington, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. C. L. Clancy, and Bro. Zellinger, agent Silver Lake, off a few days, relieved by P. J. Webber. H. S. Day bid in third Vernon, relieving Bro. Chat. Neumann, and relieved on second Trevor by Brazellon, from W. U., Chicago. Bro. E. E. Clemons, first Fond du Lac, on a month’s trip to the East, attended the Baltimore convention as a delegate, visiting Washington, Philadelphia, New York, Boston, and then some, relieved by Wra. Christel, and he on first Waupaca by Runte, relieved on third there by I. B. Erickson, who later relieved Peterson, at Nelsons, a few nights. A. E. Bialkowoski bid in second Shops yard, relieving Bro. C. L. Clancy there, pending bul- letin, and relieved on second Theresa by Bro. J. W. Wilson, relieved on third by Bro. Haag, who had been relieving Bro. J. M. Weber as agent there, while the latter was on the sick list. Bro. Wilson was later relieved by Bro. P. B. Kocwn, re-entering the service. Bro. E. W. Wilson, agent Vandyne, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. C. H. Bowman. The depot at State Hospital burned to the ground May 21st. An old coach is now doing temporary duty in its place. F. C. Lefke, agent Hilbert Jet., is taking a lengthy lay-off, relieved by J. J. Dunn, and he on second by H. D. Mahr, who later was off a week, relieved by Bro. Clancy. Wm. Riddehough, agent Fremont, off a few day9, relieved by P. J. Webber, and E. J. Wills, second Fremont, on account of sickness relieved by Bro. J. W. Wilson. Bro. H. B. Breeden, agent Sheridan, is making regular trips to Amherst. The cigars will likely be passed around soon. R. B. Hills bid in third Stockton, relieved on third Medina Jet. by Bro. A. E. Rupple. With summer trains 9, 10, 15 and 16 going on, two ice runs and work trains, besides the regular run of business the boys on the south end are being kept on the jump. Thanks to Bros. Loek, Meyer, Lund, Wright, Wibon, Gilman and DeLong for items this month. Jack Feost, Cor. Chicago Division, Northern District — I have been appointed division correspondent by Bro. Minshall. If you boys will let me know when you hear of a change, I think we can have a fair write-up each month. Not having a list of the members at hand, I have omitted the prefix Bro., not so much on account of calling a non “brother,” as the danger of calling a good, faithful brother "Mr.” C. A. Fields, third Spencer, resigned to go West, relieved pending bulletin by C. R. Plant, a new. man from the C. & N. W. Trick bid in by L. H. Ludowise. W. A. Teschner, who bid in second Medford, later bid in second Cadott. W. W. Owen, second Spencer, was off two weeks, relieved by J. H. Daniels. Jos. Watruba, first Irvine, resigned, relieved by J. H. Daniels, who afterwards bid in second Cylon. • Irvin Etta, third Wayne street, who was off two weeks, was relieved bv Jack Korb, and on his return was relieved at “NI” Stevens Point while “Ole” was off sick and Cowen went fishing. Dispatcher Brooks, third west end, and Dis- patcher Stims, third north end, off a few nights, were relieved by Extra Dispatcher Cowen. Digitized by Google

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1098 The Railroad Telegrapher. A number of our old agents are giving up their stations and bidding in tricks. G. A. Harsh, Colfax agency, bid in third there, and McKee Peeples, Rib Lake agency, bid in first Irvine. The relief agents job $75.00, and ex- press went begging. It seems that an agent’s position is getting less desirable each year, with the added duties, greater responsibilities, red tape and army of special inspectors who rummage from cellar to garret in search of something to write an agent up on. Even the machinery of the law appears to be heading in his direction, all of which causes one to ask : “Is the game worth the ammunition?" Agencies at Gilman, Nekoosa and Rib Lake are on the board now. The latter two are good jobs. The following are recent assignments: Telegra- phers, second — H. R. Yeager, Glidden; O. T. Ol- son, Junction City; F. B. Shannock, Summerset; W. W* Owen, Spencer; W. J. Martin, Park Falls; Geo. Hilson, Colfax; G. W. North, Downing; J. M. Ruddy, Auburndale; R. F. Potter, Owen; Orrin, Eau Claire. Third — C. W. Nelson, New Rich- mond; L. M. Lepinski, Junction City; C. E. Con- rad, Medford; R. R. Stoddard, Cadott, and first, B. J. Rogers, Phillips. There are several more good telegraph jobs open now, both permanent and during the ore season, but men are very scarce. A good teleg- rapher can find work here at any time. Div. Cor., Cert. 767. Duluth-Superior Division — We got a few new members in this month, and are rounding up the stragglers. See that the nons get an up-to-date, boys, and better pay will soon follow. Three men in "Q" now — Bro. Hughs going back to Stinson Avenue tower, and Bro. Hazen taking second “Q." Bro. L. C. Johnson is off thirty days visit- ing relatives in Lake Crystal, Minn., relieved by Bro. Hampton, from Boylston Jet. • The steam shovel is now in at Moose Lake, but with Bro. Packard at the helm, things will run smooth. Bro. F. J. Shertler, a new mem- ber, is on third there. Bro. Dhont, Cass Lake, relieved Agent Castle at McGregor, who takes Gonwick agency. Iron Hub opened up with three trick telegraph jobs on bulletin, and Cayuga is again on bulletin. Bro. Ross is back from the south, and will prob- ably go to Iron Hub. Bro. Hoensee, Denham, is back from a couple of weeks lay-off, owing to the death of his mother. We all sympathize with him. Ore is coming slow this year on account of the strike in mines, and very little has been shipped as yet. Bro. Davis was off a few weeks on his wed- ding trip. We all congratulate him. "MA" agency got the $5.00 raise, making it $70.00. Cert. 634. W. P. Division — North Esc an aba is now a continuous office. Bro. Ashcroft, first trick and agent, is batching, his wife having gone to Minnesota on a visit Bro. Menard is on second and R. Emerson third. Bro. Hogan, of Amery, attended his wife’s sister’s wedding in Escanaba recently. Sister Mrs. Schoer, at Newhall, was away for a week, owing to the illness of her brother. There has been a few night offices closed since the rush — Cavour, Heafford Jet., Gould City, Nahma Jet. and Rudyard. Bro. Dunlap now has a night helper at Pern- bine, and Bro. Perry, at North Crandon, got another operator, making it a continuous office, with Bro. Schultz on second. Mr. Hunt has returned from the west side to Rudyard agency. J. E. Burton is back at Central Avenue Jet., and Bro. Zepp on Weyerhaeuser first. Bro. Hole is on third there. Kelly, Nagoon and Chauncey Brown, the old reliable, are a nice bunch of dispatchers to work with. Bro. Nelson, agent Rapid River, has been trans- ferred to Gladstone side wire, nights. W. F. Herman, agent Heafford Jet., resigned, relieved by W. H. Everett, coming from the general offices at Minneapolis; Heafford Jet closed nights, Bro. Thompson going to third Dresser Jet., vice Bro. Erickson going to third Bulwer Jet., relieving Sister Rhodes, on vacation. Agent Conklin, Marine, resigned, relieved by Mr. Fogerty pending bulletin, relieved by Bro. F. W. Ferman, from Nahma Jet Bro. Bradshaw is on a ninety-day vacation, relieved by Mr. Seeger. Bro. Jenkins, second Gladstone, will relieve the dispatchers there for their vacations. Bro. E. R. Cram resigned Hawkins agency, and will take a Duluth branch agency. Send any news you can to W. H. Bates, Amery, Wis. Curt. 492- Lake Erie & Western R. R. Indianapolis & Michigan City Division — The good old summer time is here, and the boys are figuring on taking their vacations, bnt they must not forget that their pay checks wiD be shy just the number of days they are of, as this is the only line in the New York Central System where the station agents, telegraphers or towermen do not get from ten days to two weeks vacation *every year on full pay. In order to get this concession for the telegraph department of the L. E. & W., we must have it in our schedule. If you are in favor of this, all you have to do it to get that non with or near you to fill out an application blank aod send it with the necessary amount to Bro. M. A. Steckel, our general secretary and treasurer, at Atlanta, Ind., and he will do the rest Your local chairman will furnish you all the hlanio you can use. Be sure you have an up-to-date card yourself, and then find out if your next door neighbor has one. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1099 This kind of work on the part of each mem- ber means “thorough organization/' and when we reach that point we can get anything we want within the bounds of reason. There is no argument to the contrary, and the sooner we all get in line and see that others have an up-to-date, the sooner we will get what is coming to us in the way of salaries and better working conditions. We should not ex- pect the “Big Four" and Lake Shore to carry our burdens like they did when we got our last schedule; we should be men and show the offi- cials that we consider it as essential to carry our up-to-date O. R. T. card, as it is to carry insurance on our household goods. The former is as much a business proposition as the latter. It is an obligation that we owe, not only to our- selves, but to our families, and to the company we represent. Union men are always considered the best, and most reliable because they have an object in being prompt and attentive to business, while the non is simply looking for the benefits he can secure from the efforts of others. All progressive rail- road officials have long ago changed their attitude toward labor unions, and the antagonism that used to prevail is fast disappearing, as officials are learning that organized labor is a protection to them as well as its members, and that union men make the best all-round employes. We have not been represented in The Teleg- rapher for several months, as we were unable to get enough items to make a showing. Thanks to Bros. “77, 101 and 145“ for their help this time. Bro. J. B. Green was relieved several days recently by H. J. DeChant, who also relieved M. M. Conner, third Noblesville, a few days. This division certainly lost a good, industrious .member when Bro. Bryant left Fairfield. We wish all the other members would take the same interest in the work that Bro. Bryant did. Traffic has practically recovered from the effect of the flood. This division was fortunate in having no worse trouble than it did, but they were bad enough. Bro. E. V. Lockwood and wife have gone to Canada. Bro. Lockwood formerly worked on the Northern Pacific in Canada, and is familiar with the conditions there. They will not return. Bro. Scudder, Sharpsville, was relieved by E. C. Clapper while on the sick list, relieved by Eads, who also relieved Mr. Troutman, third Malott Park, while he was relieving Mr. Bergan. Bro. Carson was recently called to Logans port, owing to the death of his sister. Bro. Scudder and Mr. Hudleson doubling for two days. Mr. McCammon, of the C. & E. I., relieved Bro. Reynolds a few days. Bro. Trittipo has returned to Fishers, after being on the sick list for about three months, and taken third there to enable him to make fre- quent trips to the hospital for treatment. Belfast, Castleton and Miami agencies are on bulletin. Hope they will be secured by some of our good members. General Chairman Turner, who attended the Baltimore convention as our delegate, took quite an extended trip through the east on his return, accompanied by Mrs. Turner. Brothers, don’t forget to send in items for the journal. We could have a very interesting write-up if proper interest was taken; also get after the nons, and try to materially increase our membership in the next few months. Notices of dues have been mailed out. Be prompt in payment. Let’s have no delinquents. Cert, ioi, Div. Cor. Minneapolis A St. Louis R. R. Bros. Sloan, Albert Lea, has resigned and gone with the Santa Fe. We all wish him success. Albert Lea “AB,” is now manned by four brothers: Green, Smith, Callies and Keohen. There is a new custodian at Manchester, rec- ommended by Messrs. Fabel and Reedy. No doubt he will turn out alright. Telegrapher Koerner, New Richland, on vaca- tion, was relieved by Mr. Hall. Mr. Feeney is now at Waterville nights. Bro. Houghton, now agent at Eden Prairie, was relieved at Emmons by Mr. Rhodes, formerly at Lake Mills agency, bid in recently by Bro. Bergen. W. P. Van Buren, an old timer, is relieving at Leland. Bro. Anderson is now regular agent at Britt. Local Chairman Saffell bid In Luverne agency, and Mr. Zehlkie, agent Gowrie, bid in Storm Lake. Sister Georgia Hanley, first Gowrie, has been transferred from Division 126. General Secretary and Treasurer Sandmier, delegate to the Balti- more convention, was relieved at Waukee by Bro. M. A. Sandmier, from Perry, and he by Mr. Smith, a new man. Bro. Miller Paton is waiting to be relieved to take his annual vacation. J. J. Fields, agent Moorland, relieved by a phoner from the Ft. D. D. M. & S., has gone to the W. U. at Ft. Dodge. Bro. F. L. Hanson, Plover, bid in Ogden agency, vice Bro. M. P. Ward resigned, and Bro. J. M. Thompson, of Aberdeen, bid in Arlington agency. While J. W. Gibney, third Perry, was in Illi- nois to attend the funeral of his mother, Perry was left with only one man. Brothers, keep after the “non-members/* and try and get them lined up. Your local chairman can give you a line on them, and furnish you the necessary blanks. Cert. 5. Lehigh Valley R. R. Buffalo Division , Buffalo to Sayre — We were all very much pleased to hear that Gov. Sulzer had signed the amendment to the eig' t-hour law, thereby giving us two days off each month with pay; this means a whole lot to the boys working every day in the year, and we arc all looking forward with pleasure for our turn. Digitized by Google

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1100 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. Detro, agent at Rushville, off acme time on account of sickness, we are glad to hear, will soon be able to work again. Bro. Kerr, agent Yale, has resigned and gone with another road, relieved by Mr. Cook, from the Erie. Bro. Lyman, agent Burdett, resigned, vacancy up for bid. Salary $S5* We are sorry to lose Bro. Lyman. Bro. Locke, second at Rochester Jet., who in- jured himself some time ago, has resumed work. Mr. Banker, second Geneva, has returned after a two months’ leave. Mr. Payne, agent Romulus, has resigned. Bro. Miller was off recently on account of the death of his father, and Bro. Crane, two days, visiting relatives in Syracuse. Bro. Eaton was off several days last month on account of sickness. It is now time for us to pay our dues for the next six months. Let every member do so promptly. The N. Y. C. have received another raise through the O. R. T., and still some fellows will hesitate and wonder if it will pay them to be- come a member of the Order. If you wish this to be an up-to-date road, all you have to do is to join and help to make it one. The cost to become a member is nothing com- pared with the benefits you will receive when we are solidly organized. Wake up, boys, and get in line l “Stu»." Chicago, Rock Island A Pacific Ry. General Offices, El Reno — Bro. Bernard and family visited a few days in Francis, Okla., recently, and Bro. Z. W. Davis is on vacation, taking in Chicago. Our new office building should be ready ftr occupancy by July ist. We certainly will be glad to move. Bro. Peacher is going in for golf now. Bro. Melbourne was off several days recently on ac- count of illness. Bro. Snodgrass was off several weeks getting a little fresh air. Former Sister Skinner has returned to duty. One of the brothers recently remarked that he thought of taking out a withdrawal card, as some of the brothers were more sociable with the nons than with the brothers. Some of us might be more particular to draw the “color line.” While some of the faithful are wearing last year’s clothes, the non-airs are blossoming out in new spring duds. Chicago — Bro. Davis, of El Reno, called on us en route to Pittsburg recently. Bro. Erhart, of Topeka, on sick list for some time, was in town during May. Bro. Asper is enjoying the sights in California. Bro. Kay bid in first Blue Island. Bro. Kososki, at Manly for a month, is back at “GO.” “Patty” Coyne is still on the “hold otit” Bat. Business pretty heavy lately, and the boys are getting lots of overtime. Bro. Lyons says if he has to copy the high water reports from Memphis next spring be is going to get him a bathing suit. Goodland “GD”~ Bro. J. L. Powers vriwited sev- eral in Pueblo and Colorado Springs recently. a=i Bro. Ray Manion took in the grand opera at Denver. That Ray boy is some cut-up whe= the circus comes to town. Fairbury “F” — We married men were tap against the “moving business" last month, hence no write-up. Second Wire Chief Worth, with ns since has resigned. We were sorry to see him lea^e. Bro. Graham filled the vacancy until relieved by Bro. Denny Woolen, from Mankato. The hard rains recently delayed traffic con- siderably. Indications are for a bumper crop in this territory this year. Preparations are being made for the enlarge- ment of the yards here. Several dwelling houses on Second street have been sold, the company purchasing the ground. This change will bring the main line in north of the Nelson main line. Assistant Superintendent Wray was with b» May 14th. The course of monthly instruction* and questions he intends giving us will help » great deal, not only with reference to the multi- plex, but all other telegraph equipment. Dig wp your old books, boys, and let’s show him we are willing to do our part in this matter. Our dispatchers are : C. H. McGee, first w«t end and W. H. McCoy, east, 4 a. m. to nooo; J. A. Dickens, 12 noon to 8 p. m.; F. FeJden, entire division after 8 p. av to 12 midnight, has west end 4 P* «. to 8 p. m.; L. McFarland, 1 a midnight to 8 t m., enthe division up to 4 a. m., filling the vacancy made by C A. Prewitt; A. S. Bishop, night chief dispatcher. Topeka “KI“— W. E. Hamilton, from El Reno, is on one of the night tricks here. W. S. Aosnn, from El Reno yards, is also working here. Mr. Butler, alias “Red" Lannon. of New York, 1907, is now with the Santa Fe here. That road seems to like 'em. Sister Stevenson, of Cedar Rapids, visited with Sister Brown several days last month. Bro. Tom Harper has his bid in for ninety days, beginning June ist. He will spend his vaca- tion in Manitou, looking after the rental of h» several cottages at that point. Bro. Erhart is still under the doctor’s care. The sociability previously referred to, existing between some of the brothers and the nons, * a point well taken. When a new man shows op without a card, he should be shown every courtesy and given reasonable time to prove his worth, but nons who have been with us tor years, enjoying the benefits of the Order and paying nothing, should be shown at every opportunity that “No card, no favors” means exactly what it portends. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1101 Several of the brothers have the baseball “bug" bad enough to get them up early mornings and practice for an hour before reporting for duty, and are becoming quite proficient. Bro. O’Grady bids fair to cast a shadow o’er the records of Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker if he continues to improve. Bro. Carver is just the same as Eddie Collins around second base, only different. Bro. Stover unjointed a digit the second morning out. Bro. DeGarmo (southpaw), would field a thou- sand, but he can’t get a right handed mitt. Bro. Powell lives a whole block from the prac- tice grounds and can’t make it in time very often. In order to make the general office write-up what it should be, we must have the co-operation of the correspondents named by Bro. Halpin. Received items from only two points this month; the other matter was received too late for May, as it had to be sent in earlier than usual on account of the convention. Take a few minutes time each month, and drop me a few items. With fourteen offices on this division we can have a nice write-up if you will all do your part. Haileyville, Little Rock, Ft. Worth, Davenport and Cedar Rapids, let me hear from you between the 20th and 25th of the month, and I will do the rest. Herington “RI” — Bro. Ingram returns June 1st, and Bro. Pearsall will then take thirty days’ vaca- tion. Watch the matrimonial columns of the Lincoln ville papers. Div. Cor. Trenton “RN” Relay — O. R. T. enthusiasm still runs high; our men have awakened to the fact that in unionism there is strength, demon- strated every moment during the hours of serv- ice, and more so when we meet away from our work. Manager Hafford went to Kansas City May 21st to see the Columbus, Ohio (his home city), baseball club play there. Bro. Peyton took the bunch out to the park recently to have a solid O. R. T. photo taken of his car. Brothers along the line, watch your instruments closely. The dispatchers get very nervous when their circuit is interrupted. Bro. R. L. McLain is working the train wires this month, and No. 7 west, where the none are afraid to light. Bro. B. C. Brewer is working the semi-overland, Des Moines and Davenport, and all the principal offices between there and Trenton; no nons on this wire either. Bro. W. V. Davenport is setting the pace for good work on 7 east local. Bro. W. L. Cazel is on No. 20 and the branches, and “KI” Topeka until 12 noon, when he goes to “GO,” relieved by Bro. C. C. DeLong on second trick. The time is right now to apply “No card, no favors,” especially when every means of friendly co-operation has been exhausted. Bro. E. O. Schreiber is off sick, and will take a few weeks’ vacation when able to be around. He is being relieved by Bro. William F. Rush, laid off on account of reduction of force at Ft. Worth. We sure welcome him back, as he is of the very rarest variety. He relieved Bro. J. H. Powers, yard office, St. Joe, whom we were fortunate in borrowing a few nights from the Missouri Division. Bros. McClain and Brewer, who went to Kan- sas City May ;th and 8th, met the delegation and escorted them to the train on their departure for the big affair; also had the pleasure of meet- ing a great many of the brothers from all over the system. Bro. DeLong went to St. Joe May 23d and 24th, to consult physicians about some ailment to his baby. Bro. Peyton spending his vacation motoring through to Allenton, Iowa, accompanied by his wife and children. The force wishes them a safe and pleasant trip. Bro. C. C. Griswold, our car distributor, has our hearty co-operation all the time. Brothers, remember our call is “RN.” We are open to favors to all members. Nons, join the union; it makes better men and women of us. Rklay Cor. Des Moines Relay Office — After having an ex- pert from Chicago here several days, the Morkrum printer is trying once more to be a success. This machine makes more noise than a threshing machine, and any ordinary operator would be canned for one-tenth the “bulls” it makes. Bro. C. W. Allen bid in a job at “GO” Chi- cago, relieved by Bro. Hilfinger, from Council Bluffs. Bro. “Sy” Reed is on the sick list again for about the third time within the last two months. “Sy” is certainly having a streak of tough luck. Bro. C. D. Overturf is doing extra dispatcher’s work at “KD” now, relieving Mr. Welsh. He will probably work there until about June 30th, or until all the “Apple Knockers” have taken their vacations. Bro. B. N. Bongers is relieving Bro. Overturf as second wire chief. Bro. H. S. Clow is now acting late night wire chief, relieved by Bro. E. J. Bylander a» assistant wire chief and traffic manager, and he by Bro. H. G. Hogewoning on 17 west. Mr. Downing, a new man, is on from 2:30 p. m. until midnight. Considerable overtime is being worked on ac- count of being short one man and the Morkrum printer being out of business a good share of the time. Bro. M. R. Davis tried working days, but the Morkrum put him out of business, and he was glad to take his regular place on the night force again. Printer. Missouri Division — Bro. G. E. Briggs, third Cameron Jet., died April 25th, after an illness of only three days, of pneumonia. The Cameron O. R. T. Club sent a nice lot of white carnations. Bro. J. R. Riggs relieved him when he was taken ill. Jamesport has been made an exclusive agency. Bro. J. A. Irvin bid in first. Digitized by Google

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1102 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. R. E. Freeman withdrew his resignation and is still on second Eldon. Glad to have him stay with us. No one bid on Belknap agency, and it was in- cluded in next bulletin. Bro. J. B. Painter, who bid in East Pleasant Plains, reconsidered an$ bid back into Belknap before transfer was made. Bro. A. E. Shouse, formerly at Nahant, is now with the Western Union at Kansas City. Bros. Stone and Wallingford are also working there. Bro. H. C. Kyle, Weatherby nights, has re- signed and is on in Iowa, relieved by O. Carr. Let’s see if we can line Carr up. Bro. D. M. Doolan, St. Joseph freight office, is off with what the doctor calls smallpox. Dan claims it is nothing but chickenpox. He is not seriously ill, but the doctor insists on him keep- ing company with himself. Bro. J. A. Rouch, agent Floris, on vacation, was relieved by H. L. Spaulding. Bro. H. H. Potter, third at Centerville, con- templates going with the Western Union there. Bro. C. G. Belding bid in Mercer agency. H. S. Moore, from Mercer, relieved Local Chairman Blum at Edgerton Jet. while at the Baltimore convention as our delegate. Bro. O. G. Jones, Altamont third, bid in Fruitland agency, and the former on bulletin. A good job for the right man. Bro. C. H. Turner, agent Spickards, was off several weeks undergoing an operation. Bro. A. E. Grann relieving. Bro. C. E. Starr, appointed stationery inspector by Superintendent Coughlin, came along the line lately and relieved some of the fellows of their surplus stationery. Some have to borrow now. Quite a few of changes in men laying off and a number of new men on the division now. It will take everybody’s help to keep it lined up and get us all the news. If you can send but one item, please do so, as it helps get a good write-up. Certs. 256 and 2189. Arkansas Division — Bro. Kelly is back in “RK” office after a few days’ vacation. Bro. Ellis, first Biddle, while off sick, was relieved by Bro. McAninch, of third, relieved by Bro. Lee, of Germania, later relieved by Bro. Minich, second Roland. Bro. Ellis represented us at the Baltimore convention. Boys, be careful of the language you use over the wire. Some now used would sound very bad if we had any lady operators on the line. Also watch the wires closely, and answer promptly. Such service will be a great help to us when we go to Chicago for a revision of our schedule. Let us ask Chief Dispatcher Silaz to have the car report, both the a. m. and the 37 and 38 p. m. report sent in turn, say start at Boonville and come east to Tenth street, then start at Hulbert and come west to Argenta, then take in the White and Black River branch, starting at New- port, coming south to Brinkley, then the Searcy branch from Searcy to Mesa, and wind dp witi the Hot Springs branch, starting at Hot Spring* and coming east to Germania, and have every office send them in turn. An office that falls out of line should wait until all the rest are dose. This will not work a hardship on any office, and will greatly improve the service. All you ben on the line write me and say whether you are in favor of this move and I will take it up with Mr. Silaz personally, and ask him to issue these instructions. This will certainly meet with the hearty approval of “RK” office, and will also expedite the work too. Act at once, and let’s get the ball rolling. Agent Ragsdale is back at Bauxite after several days sickness, and will soon be with us. He is a first-class agent. Bro. Bonham is back on Haskell third from his vacation at San Antonio, Texas, relieving Bro. E. E. Fowler, who bid in second Haskell, dis- placing Mr. Barnard, one of the fellows wbo can not see any benefit in joining the O. R. T., although he accepts his pay check twice a month and all the increases that have been brought about by the Order. Most all changes on the west end recently have been made and filled by Order men. Ola is solid, both in telegraphers and clerks. Bro. Infield, first Ola, is helping our worthy agent (who has an “up-to-date”), to straighten out the old unadjusted that has been hanging over this place for the past seven years. Bros. Eikleberry and Fowler, of Havana and Haskell, have our thanks this month for good news notes furnished. I -hope more of the boys will do likewise next month. Mrs. Eikleberry and three sons are visiting in Illinois, and “Eik” is looking after the blooded pigs and thorough- bred chickens. Bro. Perry, second Blue Mountain, bid in third Havana, relieving Bro. Schnabel who goes to Brinkley. Mr. McGugan, a brother of Bro. McGugan, of Hazen, at Heth, will line up as soon as he has the age. Bro. Perry, third Havana, it is said, is about to bid in a fair maid at Blue Mountain shortly. Boys, if the man working by the side of you don’t carry an up-to-date, keep after him until he gets one, remembering “No card, no favors.” Bro. B. Richardson, from the Iron Mountain, recently relieved Bro. Womack at Benton, a few days while off, contemplating the purchase of a pool hall there. The new line from Malvern to Camden will soon open up some good jobs. Bro. Bargion, first Germania, off sick a few days, was relieved by Bro. Lee, whose trick there was discontinued while on first. Boys, let us have our committee ask for some- thing for handling U. S. mail when they go to Chicago, on account of the parcel post, and the big reduction in express commission caused by its installation. G. D. L**, Cert. 185. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1103 East Iowa Division — The interior of Marengo station has been re- painted, an improvement much appreciated by the townspeople. Carson, third there, has gone with the W. U. at Des Moines, relieved by Helper Rosenberger pending bulletin. John Hayes, for- merly roadmaster for this division, was recently presented with a handsome Howard watch, a gold chain and charmt by the section men who were under his direction, illustrating the esteem and respect in which he was held by them. Mr. Hayes is now on vacation in the southwestern States. A fire at Oxford recently, which started in the elevator and spread to the station across the tracks, burned both buildings to the ground. A box car is now being used as a station. Bro. M. J. Doyle, agent Wilton, has purchased a new motorcycle and is now a frequent visitor in the rural districts. Bro. F. R. Kuhns, and wife, spent May 7th and 8th in Kansas City, where Bro. Kuhns was attending general committee meeting. Bro. C. K. Leimbach, first Iowa City, recently made a. m. over Sunday with his mother in Kansas City. Bro. F. J. Jancshek, third Colfax, visited with old friends in Iowa City recently. Bro. J. E. Bach, second Victor, recently went to Oxford and was married. Congratulations. Bro. A. D. Martin has returned to Iowa City, after a short visit in Grand City, Mo., where he was called by the illness and subsequent death of his venerable father. Dispatcher C. D. Hibbs, Des Moines, Iowa, visited the parental home in Victor recently. Bro. Foster Jones, on second at Iowa City last summer, is now married and working as relief agent for the Union Pacific, with headquarters at Cheyenne, Wyo. Bro. Wright, agent Hills, Iowa, made a brief business trip to Iowa City, recently. Bro. E. W. Stuart, second Brooklyn, bid in second Iowa City. The report of our division at the Kansas City meeting compared very favorably with that of other divisions. Those who have neglected to pay their dues for the first half of 1913 should do so as soon as possible, that our division may present a clean slate. Trains arc now being supplied with water from the new pumping station at Walcott, Iowa. The local chairman would greatly appreciate having the boys along the line send in news items. Superintendent E. J. Gibson, Division Engineer F. W. Thompson, Master Carpenter J. J. Pink- erton and Roadmaster A. C. Bradley made an inspection tour over this division recently. Cert. 241. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, God in His infinite wisdom, has cal'ed to the heavenly home the beloved father of our brother, A. D. Martin; in manifestation of our grief and sympathy, be it Resolved, That the members of the Iowa Divi- sion of Division 126, Order of Railroad Teleg- raphers, extend to the bereaved brother our sincere and heartfelt sympathy; and be it further Resolved f That a copy of these resolutions be sent to The Telegrapher for publication. F. R. Kuhns, C. K. Leinbach, M. J. Doyle, Committee. West Iowa Division — Bro. H. E. Hill has returned to Earlham sec- ond after a thirty days’ visit with relatives in Indiana, and relieved Bro. A. G. Stanley on first, while visiting friends in Wintcrsett. Bro. J. O. Budd, Council Bluffs yard office, relieved one of the boys in Iowa City for a few days. Bro. M. F. Kennedy, first Stuart, while in Mon- tana on some land business, was relieved by Bro. C. M. Peasley, second there, and he by C. A. Lee, now on second Albright. Bro. E. B. Heberlin went to third Stuart. Bro. Ray Correll, second Casey, visiting his wife’s folks in Canada, was relieved by Oakland helper, who later resigned, leaving only the agent at Casey to handle the business. Bro. P. F. Costin, second Earlham, is now on second Casey. E. J. Gibson is now superintendent of this division, vice A. T. Abbott transferred to Des Moines Valley Division. The president’s special toured the West Iowa Division on April 23d, giving each station along the line a pleasant call. Everything was in first- class condition. Bro. C. Hubbell, agent Dexter, wife and daughters, were recent over-Sunday visitors with his sister, Mrs. C. Curtis, near Marne. Bro. M. E. Wallace, second Atlantic, while sick with the mumps, was relieved by Bro. H. E. Hill, of Earlham. First Trick Dispatcher Brelsford, off a few days, was relieved by Second Trick Dispatcher East, and he by Extra Dispatcher Stillwell. Bro. H. D. Reed, agent Shelby, on a three months’ leave, was relieved by Bro. E. L. Heath- man, second there, and he by an extra. On account of the reduction in the operating department, Anita, Casey and Neola are closed from five to six hours out of twenty-four. Bro. M. E. Wallace, off with a severe relapse of mumps, was relieved by Mr. Wonmanson, Audubon days. Bro. J. E. Olsen, agent Walnut, slipped over to Avoca a few minutes on April 25th, while the work train was taking water — the first time “Jimmie” has been out of Walnut since he lit there. Bro. T. A. Robinson is now nicely settled in his new home in Marne. Bro. and Mrs. H. M. Hanson and daughter, of Avoca, spent May 12th with relatives in Neola. E. C. Ryan was out renewing acquaintances along the line a few days ago, and is now back as third trick dispatcher. Bro. L. J. Fowler, third Avoca, is having fine luck catching fish these days. Digitized by Google

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1104 The Railroad Telegrapher. The old depot at Oakland is being built 150 feet from the old site, to make room for a nice brick platform to take the place of the wooden one. Bro. H. C. Boatright’s youngest daughter re- cently underwent a successful operation for ap- pendicitis. The brother will shortly take a trip East. S. E- H., Cert. 1449. THE OPERATOR’S ROMANCE. Ignoring the yells of the frenzied “con,” For “31’s” in accents dire The “ham” wrung forth this tearful verse, Unto the dame on the Podunk wire. “Oh, fair brass pounder, list to Muh! (Meanwhile dispatcher’s calling 9), You can sure ‘92’ the goods; To you I’ve taken quite a shine. “Don’t scorn my humble ‘73,’ In dots so wild, this bold lad cried: “What is your answer? ‘5,’ said he At this the “Byoochus” maid replied: “Ha, ha; this surely is a joke; I’m sorry, sir, I never can, Here is my answer ‘no’ for good; You see, kind sir, I am a man.” By R. A. H., Des Moines, Iowa. Minnesota Division — Bro. J. J. Chukker, of Wellsburg, attended the recent livestock lecture at Albert Lea, relieved by his helper, Jake Zufall, during his absence. Bro. F. L. Koswoski, from “MA” Manly, has gone to “GO” Chicago. Bro. E. A. Neuport, Mt. Auburn third, has resigned and gone with the Canadian Pacific, re- lieved by Ed Anderson. Bro. G. W. Carroll, Mt. Auburn second, transferred to Rockford third. Mt. Auburn hours changed from continuous to 8 a# m. to 12 noon, 1 p. m. to 6 p. m., and 6 p. m. to 3 a. m. Bro. Stark drew Mt. Auburn agency, relieved at Holland by Bro. L. W. Eaton. Bro. G. K. Hendrickson bid in Gordonville agency; Bro. H. J. Pixley, Northwood agency; Bro. W. G. Cun- ningham, Owatonna; Bro. A. H. Yost, Faribault, and Bro. R. B. Bullmer, first “JU” Manly. Would like to have the brothers of this divi- sion when you hear of any changes to drop me a line and see if we can’t have a write-up each issue of the journal. Want to thank the brothers who sent me items this month. Address me at Nora Springs. W. J. Keim, Div. Cor. Albert Lea & St. Paul Line — L. R. Searle, third Owatonna, after relieving Agent J. H. Hemphill at Garrison for a few days, went to first Waterloo, relieved by Bro. R. A. Suddendorf, back at Owatonna from the C. & N. W., relieved on Manly third by Bro. J. E. Wal- den on bid. Bro. S. J. Zufall is back on first Albert Lea. Bro. K. H. Arrowsmith was on third Curtis Jet., relieving P. J. Einwalter a few days. Dis- patchers C. R. Hicks and V. B. Davis visited Albert Lea in quest of the finny tribe recently. They had to hide the bait under their hooks. Didn’t hear what they had in the hiding place, but they brought back the fish. “Ole Bob,” Cert. 1267. Dakota Division — The inspection train went over the division May 1 st, and everything was shining along the line. The Esther ville meeting was well represented by O. R. T. men. Nearly all the agents there were Order men. Mikesall, relieved on third Dows by Lathrop. relieved Bro. McNeilly, second at Sibley, who relieved the agent at Brant, on vacation. Later Mikesall was pulled off at Sibley, owing to slack business. Bro. Odegard, who bid in Lake Park, was re- lieved by Mr. Ihlan, on vacation before going there. Local Chairman Smith, agent Hardy, attended a meeting of local chairmen at Kansas City, en route to the Baltimore convention, relieved by Bro. Farrington. Trainmaster Hawk has been transferred here from the Minnesota Division, taking the terri- tory east of Estherville. Mr. Haldeman has the lines north of Estherville. The telegraph office at Iowa Falls has been moved from the passenger station to the yard office, and the boys don’t have so much clerical work to do now. Bro. W. R. Lewis, agent Palmer, bid in a posi- tion at Little Rock. The best wishes of the boys go with him. He was relieved, pending bulletin, by C. D. Crichtor, formerly helper and relief agent on this division, who recently went to the S. P. & S. Bro. Larsen, Manson, is having troubles of his own in regard to a helper. “Off again; on again.” Next. The destinies of Laurens station are being ably looked after by that “king of good fellows,” Bro. Nic Gashal. The Sibley line will probably be graveled this spring and put in condition for heavy traffic, and a fast freight put on each way. Boys, line up on your a. m. report. We should favor the dispatchers all we can by getting it in on time. Bro. Cousins relieved Extra Agent Stanley at Thompson, who went to Laurens pending bul- letin. Brothers who are working with nons should have a personal, convincing, brotherly talk with them, and they will find that the results will be almost instantaneous. And when a new man comes, land him before he has settled on the new job. Remember that old standby: “No card, no favors.” The last date for paying dues for the term commencing July x, 19x3, is August 31, 1913. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1105 Brothers, do not neglect to pay them and your M. B. & D. dues early and keep in good stand- ing* helping the local chairman out by so doing. He has enough to do without having to write brothers to pay up their dues. Bros. Gashel, Brokaw and Carey helped out fine with news this month. Will some brother on the Fourth Division send some in? Ray Kerans is now at Graettinger pit, and Bro. Price is relieving at Spirit Lake. Mr. Stevens, Luverne, was laid off on account of reducing expenses, and Bro. Laudeman is visit- ing relatives at Titonka. Bro. Smith has our thanks for the Baltimore papers he sent us, giving the doings of the con- vention. Div. Coa., Box 377. Nebraska Division — HURRAH FOR THE O. R. T. Hurrah for the O. R. T., boys, let’s all give her a push; For a bird in hand, boys, is worth two in the bush; And while we are on the job, boys, push her right along, For what we do for the O. R. T. we are sure of doing no wrong. And while we push for the O. R. T., boys, let’s push the nons as well. For on a union road, boys, no such men must dwell; And if they won’t join U9, boys, let them pack their clothes And go to the unknown parts where the other nons goes. They get all the benefits, boys, from the good old O. R. T. But when they’re asked to join us are as indif- ferent as can be. Let’s hold up for our rights, boys, and hand it to the non, Until he gets wise enough to hand us over the “mun." Make him understand, boys, he must pay his little fee. For if he’s a man at all, he will join the O. R. r. Let’s onr and all keep after him, boys, and get him into line; For if we don’t get solid our salaries will drop behind. Let's keep her always solid, boys, and then demand more pay. And see what the consequence will be five years from today. We are drawing better salaries now, that’s plain enough to see Than we did five years ago. “Hurrah for the O. R. T.” “CA,” at “WY.” Colorado Division — The regular division meeting held at Goodland on Saturday night, April 19th, was well attended, fourteen being present, indicating the interest on the division. Many important matters were fully discussed. Bro. Katz, recently taken out of service from Flagler second on account of bond cancellation, we are glad to learn, has been reinstated by prompt action through the proper channels. He relieved Bro. George Brown an third Clayton, on vacation. Bro. T. E. Hodges, third Arriba, relieved by a new man. J. H. Jarrett transferred from Genoa to third Falcon March 23d, vice Bro. McAdams, tempo- rarily out of service, reinstated April 6th, and Mr. Jarrett goes to second Norton on bid. Bro. McAdams reached a very happy understanding with Superintendent Pratt in securing a rein- statement after his accident, and he is to be con- gratulated on the circumstances being so much in his favor. We should all be thankful that we have such a considerate and lenietly-inclined divi- sion superintendent. Bro. Dave Cuthbert has returned to second Ros- well, after a two months’ leave on account of sickness. We hope Dave will continue to im- prove. Two men were cut off at Limon on “AH Fools’ day.” Bro. Massey bid in third Pittsburg and Bro. Ferris went to “GD” Goodland. Lee. El Paso Division — Local Chairman Sides has appointed me divi- sion correspondent, and I will appreciate it if all of you good brothers will keep me posted on the happenings around your offices and along the line, where you are going to spend your vaca- tion and any other news you hear of. If you have a non working at your station, or know oue personally down the line, kindly ex- plain to him what we are doing, all about our grand organization, where he can get the neces- sary blanks, how much it will cost him to get an up to date, and how much better it will make him feel to wear the button that shows he is a union man; also that while on his vacation, to show that pretty card to any railroad man, busi- ness man, farmer, laborer or any working man, he will see how they treat an up-to-date union man. Let us all try to live up to that old proverb— I am calling it “proverb” because it is getting so old that it is worthy of that name — “No card, no favors.” When we get the few remaining nons on our list our division will be solid. Personally, I am doing all I can to accomplish this. I know every brother is with me, and I want them to stick until we land them. Then we will get that long- needed vacation. Don’t say you can’t afford it, for you can in a very short time, for we are going to get a raise, and I think it will be with two weeks’ vacation with pay, too. I don’t like to Digitized by Google

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1106 The Railroad Telegrapher. see all of mine and my brothers* hard-earned cash spent to get a raise for these few nons. So let's get them in line. No true soldier will take a medal won by his comrade. So let’s get all the nons to follow the “true blue” and get in line — not behind, where there is no fighting and where cowards stay — but in front, where we win these honors and don’t disgrace our fellow brothers. Bro. Battin, of Mineola, goes to Bucklin; Col- lins, helper, from Meade, to Wellsford nights, and Bro. Pinney, Texoma, bid in first Meade. Bro. Kilpatrick, first Liberal, has resigned to accept a position as wire chief at Manly, Iowa. We all wish this good brother success. Bro. Atherton, of Greensburg, will go South to his old “stamping grounds,’’ where the sun is always shining, as soon as he can get relief. We all wish him a pleasant time. Bros. Lallement, Naravisa, and Meek, at Fow- ler, are the latest members. Bro. Wisdom, Dodge City, took cashier’s job, relieved by C. C. Vander- ford. Bro. Reeves has done real well since he went to second Hutchinson, only knocking down the stovepipe and turning over the ticket case twice since arriving there. Groveland agent, operator and pumper is up for bid. Since our last write-up “yours truly’’ was mar- ried, followed in a close second by Johnson, of Medora. We are all glad that Bro. Sides, first Pratt, has been elected as our local chairman. We know he is just the man to fill that position. Bro. “RO,” Dalhart, seriously injured by being thrown from rather a vicious horse he was riding on April 16th, is getting along fine, and will soon be able to be out and enjoy this beautiful weather. Brothers, let me have all the news you can each month. Fraternally, R. A. Christy, Div. Cor., Cert. 2455. Indian T erritory Division — Brothers, if you bid on a position and it is assigned to a younger man, make your grievance known to the local chairman at once, who will assist you in getting your rights. On account of slack business the night chief at Haileyville was pulled off. J. L. Coss goes on third, and M. R. Carter to second, displacing Bro. J. J. O’Brien, who goes to Monroe agency. Jack, as our second trick dispatcher, proved himself “a prince of good fellows,’* and all the boys liked him. Barber second pulled off recently, making that a twelve-hour job. Agent Hartwell does not seem to have much regard for the law, as he works from thirteen to sixteen hours every day. Echo nights opened recently — a twelve-hour trick; hard to get anyone to bid it in or even stay there — too lonesome or something. *Bro. Baker, Mansfield first, was off a few days recently. Bro. Jones, agent Fanshawe, while visiting his parents in Arkansas, was relieved by a new man. So many changes in Haileyville relay that it is almost impossible to keep a Uue on them, Bro. Anderson, agent Alderson, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Matthews, from Seminole, second there having been abolished. Stuart sec- ond also pulled off on account of slack business. Bro. Dewitt Elkin, Ardmore first, contemplates a trip to Los Angeles shortly. Wonder if his passes read for “two.’’ “Y.** Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Ry. Eastern Division — The joint meeting of the O. R. T. and B. R. S. of A. at Erie on May ad was very well attended, about 40 of the B. R. S. of A. and about 20 of the O. R. T. boys being present. Bro. Hesslink, local chairman of the B. R. S. of A., acted as chairman and called on a number of the brothers of both Orders for addresses, among whom were Bros. Kipp, Frawley, Clancy and Street, of the O. R. T., and Bros. Baker, Austin. Brown and Hesslink, of the B. R. S. of A. All gave very interesting talks on unionism. Cigars were plentiful and a very enjoyable evening was spent. Music was rendered by a quartette, accompanied on the piano, by the B. R. S. of A. brothers. Among the out-of-town O. R. T. brothers present were: Bros. Chas. Linkhart, of Madison, and Hazen, of Saybrook. We would be glad to have more of the boys west of Erie attend these meet- ings and help to liven things up. They will be of great value to both Orders, as work of signal- men, telegraphers and towermen bring them into such close contact with each other, especially at interlocking plants on this road. Bro. Hillgruber, extra, was posting up a few days at P. & E. crossing, and Mr. Strangle, a new man, at different towns along the road recently. The latter relieved Bro. J. C Leo, Buffalo Creek, while on third Seneca yard, and Bro. Hillgruber relieved Mr. Lamb at Willoughby a few days. Bro. Gerry Gross, P. & E. crossing, was off a few days looking after his farm. Bro. Joe Caldwell, of Silver Creek, is consid- ering the pos'tion of motorcycle “cop** there. None better could be found. Bro. F. E. Brosche, third Dock Jet., visited bis folks in Elkhart a few days recently. Bro. O. W. Snyder relieved Wm. Ball, first Girard Jet., also Bro. L. W. Hem wink, third Seneca tower, a few days last month. Bro. Joe Schroeder, regular relief man, relieved at Cleveland depot, West Seneca yard, P. & E. crossing and Dock Jet. recently. Mr. Creedon, third B. & O., Painesville, while off, relieved by Mr. Bonnell, extra, Bro. J. G. Frawley, first North East, visited friends in Erie recently. Bro. Fred Meehl, third Canadaway, is keeping the boys well supplied with fish in Buffalo. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1107 The new tower to operate the new jack-knife bridge over Buffalo Creek at Buffalo will probably be put into service this summer, and will operate the bridge derails and signals in connection. A large new interlocking tower at Wesleyville may also be completed this summer. “RU.” Toledo Division — The meeting at the Jefferson Hotel, Toledo, April 15th, was very well attended, there being about 30 present. This division was well repre- sented, as it should be at every meeting. It is now Bro. Whittinger nights Genoa tower, making that office solid. Bro. Heyman, second Amherst, was off six days attending the funeral of his brother who was killed in front of the telegraph office while return- ing from work. “Coddy” has our heartfelt sym- pathy. Bro. Bearss, our genial local chairman, is now night ticket agent at Sandusky. We will miss “JT” on the wire. Mr. Trlckey, extra, bid in the vacancy on third there. Bro. Williams, second Elyria Coal Docks, bid in Elmore days, relieved by Mr. Fitzgerald, and he by Mr. Whitt. Traffic was delayed several hours there recently when fire destroyed the docks, the debris dropping down on all four tracks. Trains were detoured Berea to Grafton, via “Big Four/* and Grafton to Elyria Jet., via B. & O., thence to our lines. The company was .forced to build an emergency track around the ruins; loss, about $50,000.00. We are very short of good men, there being none available when we want to lay off. Mr. Burrer, third Elyria Jet., was off a week when t his brother was killed by a W. & L. E. train going Into the ditch. Bro. Smith, first Fremont, when called home on account of his mother being very low, was re- lieved by Mr. Trickey. Bro. Hull, second Sandusky, off a few days, was relieved by Mr. Reichardt. During the floods passenger and freight trains of the “Pennsy’* were handled Cleveland to Chi- cago, and B. & O., Erie and W. & L. E. trains were also detoured over our lines, dispatchers being sent from Cleveland to Toledo to handle the business. Bro. Haley, third Milbury Jet., under instructions from Superintendent of Tele- graph Riefel and Trainmaster Sullivan, run the division Toledo to Venice as dispatcher, and did first rate. The telephones went out of commission during the floods, while the good old “Morse ’ held up fine. Let’s get busy, brothers, and line up the nons, and back up our committee properly when it goes in for a new schedule. Meetings will be held the third Tuesday in each month at Toledo. Every brother who is able should attend all meetings. Many thanks to Bro. Haley for the notes he sent me. I wish all the brothers would send me items every month so that we can always have a good write-up. “Oak,” Cert. 459. Franklin Division — Turnbull, Topper and Seiple bid in the Gulf job. Bro. F. H. Lutton, third Oil City, is quaran- tined, as his child has the measles, relieved by Morton, third Stonesboro, and he by Bro. Bales, extra. Bro. C. G. Snyder, second Stoneboro, was a recent Pittsburg visito'r, and Sister Hamilton, second Sutton, a Franklin caller. Bro. J. B. Lynn, third Sutton, off a few days recently, was relieved by Mr. Shriver. Raymilton third had to be closed a few nights. “Dad” Wilkins had a severe cold and no one to relieve him. T. D. Dellmin, night chief Youngstown, Ohio, promoted to trainmaster, with headquarters at Stonesboro. “Slats*' Van Slyke, second trick dis- patcher, promoted to night chief. Bro. Smith attended the recent meeting at Elk- hart, Ind. G. M. Jackson bid in second Polk Jet. With Bros. McCartney, Bartholomew and Paisley at Wick, Ohio, we have three old veterans of the link and pin days of the J & F. “Old Ted,’' Bro. McCartney’s cat, died April 17th after 16 years of steady service. Bro. McCartney was relieved several days re- cently by Phoner J. W. Meeker, of Fowler, Ohio, who later relieved Phoner P. C. Cole at Leon several days. P. C. is nicely located in rooms over the store now, where he would be glad to have the brothers call on him. Engine 4004, one of the new “Titanics,” hauled 15a cars from Ashtabula to Youngstown one day recently. Bro. Smith, first Stonesboro, was our delegate to the Baltimore convention. Bro. Cowin, third Franklin, and Mr. Eneix, first Belmar, are in Canada on a three months’ leave, relieved by Campbell and Phoner Wedekind. Bro. Kline, second Belmar, made several trips to Van lately. A non on this division, recently asked to join the O. R. T., replied: “What's the use. I get as much money as the O. R. T. men, and I don’t have any dues to pay. I’m that much ahead.’’ That’s what all the nons think, but they don’t have the nerve to say so. Bro. Hoffman, at Jamestown, has ordered a new auto and all the brothers are welcome to a joy ride. Bro. R. P. Harding, agent and telegrapher at Elmo, made a business trip to Knox, Pa., recently, and A. V. Goble, on third Elmo, was also off several days. “Lonksoms Louii,” Cert. 578. Western Division — Dispatcher Bonesteel has returned after a month’s vacation West. Bro. Hostick, who relieved Mr. McMillin at “RT’’ office while on a trip to Florida, is back on third. • Bro. Baker, with us many years, has resigned to go farming. We all wish him success. Mr. Snyder bid in the vacancy at “JK.” Bro. Mallory, from Lydick, is now on first “BC,” Bro. Behaven, from the Wabash, on second, Digitized by Google

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1108 The Railroad Telegrapher. vice Bro. Schiffler, resigned and gone with the Western Union at Chicago. The new “4,000 class” engines are now on this division, pulling 115 cars, from 4.500 to 5.000 tons. The Lake Shore enjoyed the largest business in its history the past winter and telegraphers were scarce. Cut. 402. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy R. R. Galesburg Division — The meeting held in the B. of R. T. Hall at Galesburg, Saturday evening, April 19th, was a success both in attendance and enthusiasm, and could not have been improved upon. Bro. Graves called the meeting to order at 9 p. m., with twenty-three brothers present, regret- ting very much to notify the meeting that Bros. Carder and Rogers could not be with us because of having to go to St. Louis on business. Bro. Graves thanked the members for turning out so well, and a vote of thanks was accorded the trainmen when he explained that through their kindness the B. of R. T. Hall was at our disposal as often as we cared to use it. This is a favor of which the members of this division should be proud, and the spirit in which it is offered can not help but bring out the fact that others are interested in our welfare and success. Bros. Dahlberg, Brown, Pawling, Florence and Abrahamson, of the Galesburg relay office, all made mighty fine talks on the situation concern- ing the positions in the relay department. The boys out on the line appreciate their stand on the proposition of the road men being promoted to the relay department. Our present system (as brought out in the meeting) is neither fair nor just. Should a man with five or six years in the service be lucky enough to get in our local relay office and his service there covers six months and a position be bulletined in that office, a man in any of the relay offices who has not been in the employ of the company more than seven months would be entitled to the position because he was older in that department. We are very unfortunate to have some of the men higher up in the service of our company who are willing to take advantage of existing conditions and give us the worst of the argument. What we need is that all relay positions on each division be bulletined to road men the same as other positions. More agitation and support is necessary to put this through. Let us all work for a square deal. Bro. Hasselbachcr, of Yates City, brought out a point in his interesting talk which every mem- ber should have heard. He said that there was no doubt in his mind but what he would have joined sooner had someone only asked him and explained the object and purpose of our organiza- tion. How many of us are guilty of working with men day ir and day opt and standing in the way of our success by not lending our aid and assistance to better ourselves and the Order. The social feature of the meeting was an im- provement upon all previous meetings. Cigars were furnished by the Galesburg brothers and thoroughly enjoyed, everyone being entertained royally. A large turnout at a meeting is the best kind of advertisement imaginable for a solid organiza- tion. To do this all members should arrange their affairs so the Order would be considered first and not second, and if the boys whose duties do not prevent would only realize that their presence and help in these meetings will some day in the near future mean real money, I am sure they would put forth more effort to attend. We have grown and are growing rapidlyr, but in order to keep up the good work we must contrib- ute the best that is in us. The Galesburg Division is the distributing divi- sion of the Burlington, and might be termed the axis upon which the whole system revolve*. With the loyal support of the membership we will be able to cause our organization to be j ust as important as the division on which we work. Our past conditions here have been brought about by lack of management, but the future bids fair to be one that will bring success to us all. Those present at the meeting were: Bros. F. J . Graves, local chairman, Abingdon, 111.; D. G- Rixey, assistant local chairman, Peoria. 111.; E- C. Florence, E. L. Dahlberg, H. Abrahamson, C. E. Brown, Phil S. Pawling, J. H. Botkin, R. E. Jordan, H. W. Kost, O. G. Chinn and J. A. Weakley, Galesburg, 111.; J. B. England, Elmwood, 111.; S. P. Hasselbachcr and C. C. Mills, Yates City, 111.; R. B. Bower, Maquon, III.; C. K. Prather, Prairie City; Fred S. Omer, Camp Point; G. S. Herron and H. P. Brcdette, Au- gusta; C. R. Martin, Colchester; J. H. Watlington, Rock Island, and L. C. Waddell, Barstow. D. G. R-, Cert. 9*8. Galesburg Division Notes — You will soon receive a copy of the proceed- ings of the Grand Division at Baltimore, and 1 hope that each member will read every word. The next meeting of this division will be held at Rock Island on Saturday afternoon, July 19th. It is hoped that you will turn out where possible. Remember that your local chairman can not ex- pect to hold meetings in your territory if you do not support them. I wish to congratulate the membership on the interest your are displaying, and assure you that with such loyalty you will bring the Order up to the standard you all wish so much to see. I am glad to say that latest reports from our good brother, L. C. Duncan, who has undergone an operation in the hospital, are to the effect that he is very much improved and getting along nicely. I am sorry to report that two or three of our good brothers are still on the delinquent Ust It is hard to understand just how they figure for the advancement of the craft. The load is indeed hard to drag with the nods hanging on. and you delinquents only serve to increase the tonnage. Get in the wagon, boys, and be men. Don't help to destroy that which your good brothers have helped you build up. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1109 It is evident that some do not study the book of rules as zealously as might be hoped. Brothers, please remember that this Order stands only for that which is the best — nothing more and nothing less. Each time a man with a button falls he adds only shame and disgrace to the O. R. T. I do not want the company to think that the O. R. T. asks for anything except right, which we can not hope to receive with any degree of success unless we do that which is right towards our employers and fellow workers. Get together, men, and pull together. F. J. Graves, Local Chairman. Galesburg Division t North End — Bro. B. S. Waite, extra agent at Joslin for the past few months, has returned to his regular posi- tion, third Plum River tower. Bro. Wood, agent Fenton, is planning two weeks* vacation and a trip to Florida this month. We should interview these men who receive a raise in the new schedule and then dropped their cards. Possibly they did not want the money, and it could be used elsewhere to good advantage. Mr. Garrity, third Henderson, relieving Nesbitt at brick yard switch. Bro. Cope, third Denrock, transferred to Portal. Agent at Denrock now working a trick. A number of the nons are wearing nice new spring suits. How can they afford it? If you have a grievance, don’t blame the O. R. T. for not helping you if you don’t give it a chance. We noticed a case of this kind recently. Bro. Young asks: "What is the idea of being a member if you can’t show a little brotherly affection along with it?” We admit he is right. Sister Bennett, second Briar Bluff, on a few days’ vacation, was relieved by Greeley, extra. Bro. D. G. Rixey, Peoria yard, is on the war- path again after members. Don’t stop him. Seventeenth Street block office. Rock Island, discontinued, and the block dispatchers at Twenty- ninth Street moved to Terminal Jet. This leaves six men out. Trains are now blocked Terminal Jet. to C. M. & St. P. depot. Bro. Carroll, agent Hillsdale, off two days recently, relieved by Bro. Eighn, extra. Remember your dues are again due this month. O. V. Reese, second Henderson, is relieving the agent at Ellisville. Our new brother, Mr. Madison, recently of Seventeenth Street, Rock Island, bid in Joslin agency. Ex- Bro. J. O. Guyer, third Barstow, will be "ready” to join again as soon as he gets his big new residence paid for. Someone kindly fill out applications for about 1935 or 1940. From all reports it looks as though there are going to be quite a number of changes at one station on the north end. Bro. Richardson, second Orion, off two days on account of skkness, was relieved by Mr. Johnson, extra. Greenwood, first Moline ticket office, is the owner of a new motocycle. He will probably try some of "Motocycle Mike’s” stunts. Cert. 1851. Peoria Branch — It is now Bro. D. C. Root, first Yates City. Glad to have him with us again. Bro. Cecil Duncan, who was suddenly stricken with appendicitis and operated on at the Gales- burg hospital a few days ago, is getting along nicely, and will be back at Maquon in a few weeks. Bro. Hasselbacher, Yates City, was a Peoria visitor on Sunday, May 18th. Bro. A. D. Farris, Peoria yard, while on a trip to Chicago, was relieved by an extra man, who later went to Portal tower. Bro. Walker is back in Galesburg relay office, working vacation relief. Mr. Chittenden, first yard office Galesburg, returned from his Western trip, and Bro. Botkin is now back on his regular trick at "YD.” Bro. Mullen, who was away a few weeks, has returned to third "YD.” Bro. Quinn, who returned from the Big Four, has re-entered the relay service of the Burlington, worked at Burlington, Iowa a few days, later going to Chicago "GO,” where he is working vacation relief. We are always glad to welcome those who belong to our organization. Bro. Austin, second Camp Point, visited Peoria a few days ago between trains 18 and 1. Brothers, get your button in sight, and don’t be ashamed to wear it all the time. Its value can not be estimated in a large town, and it helps those who are interested in each other to an extent that can not be realized. We need the advertisement and publicity. Cert. 928. Hannibal Division — Sunday afternoon, April 37th, a meeting of telegraphers and agents of this division was held in K. of P. Hall at Hannibal, Mo., with the following brothers in attendance. From the South Division — R. Ragland, third Doddridge; C. E. Smart, first Seeburger; W. H. Mitchell, agent Spanish Lake; C. H. Hart, Old Monrie third; R. L. Foley, second Foley, Mo.; Callie Mays, first Elsberry; G. R. Marks, second Louisiana; R. H. Rhoades, third Ashburn; C. C. Tulley, third Saverton; C. R. Chipman, second, and Burton Lee, third Hannibal yard. North Division — E. D. Crooks, agent Montrose. Hannibal relay — J. L. Haynes, W. L. Nolen and G. M. Zinn. Galesburg Division — Local Chairman G. L. Graves and Divi- sion Correspondent Rixie; A. B. Coats, **RO” from Chicago general relay office; Bro. Ritter, local chairman Brookfield Division, and Bro. J. F. Carder, our newly-elected general chairman. Meeting called to order at 1 :30 p. m. by Local Chairman Mays, who expressed gratification that such a goodly number was in attendance, which signified that the boys on this division meant business. He thanked them for their support, and hoped that they would remain steadfast to Digitized by Google

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1110 The Railroad Telegrapher. the principles of this grand organization, as it is being inculcated by all the enthusiastic mem- bers on Division 130, which means so much for the C. B. & Q. System and this organization as well. Bro. Carder, introduced as first speaker of the day, paid a high tribute to our late general chairman, Bro. C. L. Lamb, and, in a brief man- ner, voiced bis great appreciation for the honor that had been bestowed upon him by Division 130 in electing him general chairman to fill the position made vacant by the death of Bro. Lamb. Among other things, Bro. Carder said: That he had solved the problem of “safety first” so far as the agents and operators were concerned; which means solid organization, and urged every mem- ber to keep on the lookout for nons, change their unbelief and gather them into the fold of pro- tection and support which reigns under the ban- ner of the O. R. T. Bro. Graves described the meetings which they have been enjoying on the Galesburg Division, the large increase in attendance, co operation of the Galesburg relay with the boys along the line, etc., which tends to unite them into one sacred band of friends and brothers, with one firm point in view, “making the whole system up to date in every particular.” It means much to the individ- ual and a hundred fold more to the company for which you are working to become up to date and attend these O. R. T. meetings, where questions are debated pro and con which are hazy to you. Little matters which you would perhaps take up up as a grievance can be settled satisfactorily at one of these meetings. Among other things, Bro. Graves said that some of the memhers on this division (as well as members on other divi- sions) seemed to confine themselves to the O. R. T. schedule and overlook the book of rules fur- • nished each station by the company. He insisted the we familiarize ourselves with the book of rules just as thoroughly as we do our agreement with the C. B. & Q. officials. Efficient service should go hand in hand with an “up to date,” and he hoped that some day in the near future the officials of the C. B. & Q. would prefer a man who carried a card. It is our great aim and desire now to bring this about. If there is an office on this division that has not a white and red lantern ready for immediate use at night and a red flag for use in daytime, I urge you to order this material on your next requisition. Make it your business, when you come on duty in the evening, to see that your white and red lanterns are filled with oil, lighted and ready for imme- diate use if necessary. It may be possible that you will not have occasion to use a red light for months, but when the opportunity presents itself and you are found at fault for non-compliance with the book of rules, don’t censure the O. R. T. if it can do nothing for you. Bro. Graves also commended the members on this division for their good attendance, and expressed the hope that it would continue to grow in numbers and in interest. Bro. Rixey brought out some good points for the betterment of the organization, an<i to have appreciated his remarks you should have heard them. Next time be present. Bro. Crooks, the next speaker, rehearsed what the O. R. T. spirit did several years a&o, be- ginning with the first schedule, when the mem- bers from this division paid their fares to Chicago to lay this matter before the officials of the com- pany on account of their inability to procure transportation to go on such a noble errand. One brother was discharged from the service of the company before he returned home. This was 'way back there when the smaller offices paid a very small salary — Kissinger, for instance, paid $30 a month and others in propor- tion— and it goes without saying that all the offices on this division paid a very small salary. It took a telegrapher anywhere from six months to a year to qualify himself for one of these positions. The phoner of today can barely appreciate his rating of $60 to $72-5° a month on this division, after putting in perhaps a week posting up for a block office job. What we should do is to make all these things plain to him and prove to him that we have fought for every inch of ground that we now hold, in the form of our present schedule, with its many good rules or articles in addition to the wage scale. Bro. Coats, from Chicago relay office, took pleasure in telling us that “GO” was solid, in- cluding the phoners and Morkrum operator. He is another veteran who has been in the business long enough to know how to appreciate what we now have and what it takes to maintain that which we now have an agreement for. Bros. Nolen and Zinn, of Hannibal relay, each made good talks, bringing out several good points that were interesting and in harmony with the twentieth-century movement of progress. Give your local chairman your support in every way possible. Assist in bringing those fellows who are with us for revenue only into the fold. Impress upon their minds that a manly man is one who is courageous, dignified, resolute — one who pays his way. No living non can honestly make such a claim for himself — he takes all he can get and allows his fellow workmen to foot the bills. If the thought would not make him drop his head in shame, he certainly is lacking in something. Bro. Hackanack, agent New Truxton, on a week's vacation, failed to stop off to see friends as promised. Dispatcher Herring took a short lay-off, relieved by Mr. Dempsey as chief dispatcher. T. J. Lowrie and Wire Chief James Duffy killed all the snipe in this part of the State several weeks ago, so Mr. Herring thought it useless to hunt. Bro. Frank, Firma, it is thought, will in time locate in Winfield. Sister Miss Opal Hubbard, third Orchard Farm, spent several days during May in St Louis, Hannibal and Quincy. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1111 Bro. Gregory relieved Phoner Moellman at Doddridge Street from May nth to June ist. Bro. Estes, second McIntosh, was off a few days, relieved by Phoner Jackson, of Winfield. John D. Holmes, lock and block physician, is now in the duck business. Bro. Wilber, agent Peruque, is furnishing the eggs. To all agents — The O. R. T. needs you in their business. The Order needs your influence and wants to call you brother instead of mister. Line up; you know you should. Do it now. See the ’way-up folks at Washington, D. C. are after the baseball people for blacklisting. If they want to start something in that line, they can find it going on right now in bigger bunches than Ty Cobb and Jack O’Connor — plenty of it. To stand ace high with your dispatcher, “OS” promptly. If they pull out a lung at your station or break a hose, causing any delay whatever, give him all the information without being asked. It means much to the dispatcher. If he is a good fellow he will transact all wire business after the train arrives at your station, especially at the sta- tions where they have no help. Under the pure food law, we are not supposed to check freight or get seal records, and to be on the platform and in the office at the same time is no trick for an average ten-cent agent. He is one animal ex- pected to meet himself coming back, if necessary. If what we hear be true, Bro. George Beck, second Machens, was married June 4th. A mighty good girl getting a mighty good boy. Best wishes. To be a good member, give first-class service and keep up to date. We are sorry to learn that Bro. Merriwether, agent at Buell, who has been confined to his bed with rheumatism for the past two months, is no better. Bro. W. E. Long, agent Bellflower, called to Elsberry on account of the serious illness of his little son, Kenneth, was relieved by Bro. J. J. Leu. Our brothers at Canton will soon be doing busi- ness in a new $12,000 office. Bro. A. W. Ogilvie has been convinced that two can pick up chips faster than one, and will leave for Texas soon to get the other party. Alexandria and Ashburn third on bulletin. Bros. Hubbard and Survant have been very successful in securing some of the nons' applica- tions. We hope that some of the other good brothers will get busy in this way, as it is a great help to your local chairman. All Hannibal division agents regret the change whereby Traveling Auditor Hammond goes to another division. While he is strictly business, there is no big “I am” in his make-up — a gentle- man under all circumstances, and he treats the other fellow as such. Bro. Frank, of Firma, was met at the Winfield station by the band. Bill’s new spring suit could be beard above the music. Bro. Bud Gregory, at Firma, has the correct emblem on his coat, and is one of the kind of young men who make good and is always on the job. Bro. Kennedy, agent Machens, resigned to take service with the Stone & Webster Transmission Company, is now on third Doyle, Cal., with the Western Pacific. Bros. Banks and Beck seem to have business in St. Louis. Rather think the former is posting Beck in the selection of house- hold goods, and that trip West of Bro. Beck’s in June may be a honeymoon. Bro. English, relieved on third Elsberry by H. A. Rhodes on bid, is now agent West Alton, relieving Bro. O. L. Jarman, who is now the real “it” at Machens. He and Mrs. Jarman spent Sunday recently with relatives at Quincy. Bro. Smart, Secburger, and Bro. Stephens. Peruque, were Orchard Farm visitors between trains a few nights ago. Peruque is solid. See- burger can not say as much by half. Bro. John Leu, who relieved the agent at La Grange several weeks, also relieved the agent at Bellflower. He was a recent caller on friends at Machens. You can’t hitch that lad wrong. It is now Bro. Tal Gray. We believe our local chairman should furnish a list of all nons to the local conductors, and give name and station. Trainmen and enignemen pay out no money nor do work for the benefit of nons. They buy only union-made goods and, in justice, to their loyalty, they have a right to know whom they work with. They do not tolerate nons in their organizations. Bro. Laudell, Hawk Point nights, while off with a sprained ankle, was relieved by J. M. Porter, who also relieved Bro. Mitchell, agent Spanish Lake, while attending the O. R. T. meeting in Hannibal. H. D. Williams bid in West Alton agency. Bro. G. L. Hubbard and wife attended the dance at Portage Des Sioux on May 6th, and vis- ited friends in that vicinity. Bro. King, third Machens, was the entire attraction there. It was reported that Bro. P. A. King, third Machens, was married in Troy, Mo., last Febru- ary, and it looks very much like it from the way he is working that potato patch. Div. Cor. LaCrosse Division — Our new local chairman, Bro. W. B. Schrunk recently made a trip over the north end and landed quite a bunch of new ones, among them L. P. Mears, agent Papin; E. F. Woods and Tuttle at Trevino, and H. C. Davis. We are glad to have them in, and trust that others will follow their good example. It is also Bro. G. L. Gilbertson. Keep it up, boys. Bro. Ruedy, first Alma, while visiting at La Crosse, was relieved by Belefaldt. Bro. A. W. Nicholson was off recently and returned with a bride. Congratulations. He was relieved by Bro. A. P. Zepp. Bro. A. A. Fits, Dubuque ticket office, relieved by Bro. J. R. Garber, is on a trip to Cuba and other points., Jobs recently awarded: Bro. Sandlin, third Blanding; Bro. Desmond, Galena; Bro. C. F. White, Grand Crossing agency, and Bro. F. H. Digitized by Google

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1112 The Railroad Telegrapher. Owen, Stoddard agency; Bro. H. G. Smith, third Maiden Rock, and Bro. Sterling, Ferryville. Bro. Elkins is relieving on second “JD” until Bro. C. J. Nelson is placed. Bro. B. B. Heinemann is now in the Minneap- olis hospital. We wish him a speedy recovery. Bro. D. A- Gilliland, off several weeks looking after business at his home in Sailor Springs, 111., was relieved by Bro. Spratt, and he by Bro. L. W. Ender. Bro. Tuttle relieved Bro. Slaght, who relieved Bro. Schrunk while off with smallpox. Bro. J. R. Garber bid in Dubuque days. Bro. Pierce, on ten-day vacation to Gary, Ind., visiting his wife's folks, was relieved by Bro. Peluse, from the C. & N. W. Bro. E. C. Granke, third Ferryville, bid in second Cochrane. The telegraph office at Winona has been closed, and the business is being handled via East Win- ona and phoned to Winona. Bro. Tom O'Brien is off sick, relieved by Bro. Zepp. At East Winona recently, while a gang was changing an out rail, after the last spike had been taken out the rail snapped and flew about fifteen feet, striking Robert Blank on the head and fatally injuring him. It is supposed that heat from the sun expanded the rail, causing it to spring from its place when loosened. Bro. L. W. Ender bid in second East Winona. Two block machines are being installed in each depot on double track to be used as a signal in place of issuing caution cards; crossovers at every station to have trailing point switches. In this way trains can cross over on short notice. When bidding on jobs, be sure to send your local chairman a copy of your application. Get busy with the non next door. Bro. H. G. Smith relieved B. A. Griffin, re- signed. I w»sh to thank Bros. F. E. Kelly, Schrunk and Woodman for their generous assistance in this write-up. Why can’t some of the rest do like- wise. Cert. 426. Chicago Terminal Division — Roy De Poy was relieved on third Clyde by J. H. Mumm and he later by G. C. Rowe until bid in by Bro. Murphy, of Canal Street, relieved by Bro. Wegner. Bro. Peters, of Clyde, while enjoying a week’s visit in Iowa, was relieved by J. H. Mumm, who later relieved Bro. Hede, of Hawthorne, several nights. Bro. Carder, our new general chairman, held a meeting in Chicago May 1st for the benefit of the Chicago and Chicago Relay Divisions. Brc. Dwver, of Ashland avenue, had a narrow escape recently when a stray bullet passed through the window of the tower. Our new brother, DePatie, bid in second Haw- thorne. Bro. Penny has returned to Canal 6treet, after an absence of several weeks, due to an operation. Bro. Bright, of Robey street, was relieved for a few nights by Mr. Tobin. Bro. Straum has returned to Kedzie avenue, after two months on the sick list. The second trick on this division is solid O- R- T. We have only three nons left. Let's make the whole division solid. Dxv. Cos. Relay Division — Bro. A. B. Coates and family attended the re- cent marriage, at Herman, Mo., of Mrs. Coates' sister, Leota Wensel, to Victor Berger, of Little Rock, Ark. Bros. Nugent and Winchell doubled up for “RO” while away. Bro. Carder, general chairman, and Bro. Sum mitt, from Omaha, recently spent a day in Chi- cago on business. Bros. Cronk and Norton, on short leave, passed through Chicago, en route to Michigan. Bro. J. F. Wells, from “OX” Omaha, has taken a leave to play professional ball this summer. Mr. Nichols called at “GO” office on Sunday, May 4th, and introduced himself as a member from the Creston Division. We take great pleasure in extending every possible courtesy to out-of- town brothers when they call to see the "GO" bunch. We learned later that Mr. Nichols was a “hardshell” non from Corning. Bro. Haines, “GO,” as the latest novelty has an O. R. T. emblem on a tie-clip. Recent assignments: 73, J. R. Heilman; 74, J. T. Baggett; 75, A. E. Beitel. Drv. Coa. St. Joseph Division — If we do as well next month as we did this one, we will have the line from St. Joe to Pacific Junction solid, as there are very few who do not belong now. When such old heads as A. B. Stokes, at Craig, comes in, it sure helps us to line up the younger ones. Bro. F. A. Arnold, local chairman, was our delegate to the Baltimore convention. Bros. Armstrong and Conard, Amazonia, had to work twelve hours recently, owing to the illness of Mr. Lee. Bro. F. O. Boyle, first Island Park, off sick, was relieved by Bro. D. D. Cranor. Bro. V. V. Hipsley, second Payne, bid in Nishnabotna, vice Brennen to Parkville third, ac- count sickness. Bro. E. P. Stewart, now at So. Omaha, visited relatives in Hamburg recently. Bros. Hays, Hamburg third, and J. F. Jefferies, Corning third, have returned from a pleasant California trip. Bro. W. F. Severs bid in Gentry; Bro. C. M. Privett, agent Parkville, bid in Tarkio agency; Bro. F. S. Locke bid in Worth, and Bro. E. F. Dunlap bid in Council Bluffs third, vice Bro. J. Hayward, called to Ottawa, Kan., owing to the serious illness of his mother. It is now Bro. J. D. McCandish, Bro. W, E. Stauffer and Bro. Rudisill, and will soon be Bro. A. Boyer. Owing to the illness of his mother. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1113 Bro. Rudisill has resigned and will go to his home in North Carolina. Bro. Lips, agent Langdon, on sick list a few days, was relieved by Bro. G. H. Payne, and he on second, by Bro. W. E. Stauffer. Bro. G. W. Watson, of tower 46, off sick since May 5th, relieved by I. A. Gillis, second there, and he by C. G. Conrad. Bro. J. H. Cole re- turned recently from a pleasant trip to the coast. Bro. R. I. Giius, third tower 46, went to first Armour, Bro. O. E. Whalen to Rushville third, relieved by Bro. J. S. Gardner, and he on second Armour by C. G. Conrad, during Bro. Cole’s absence. Bro. B. R. Newlon has been given two more men at Weston station, owing to the increase in work since the tobacco business started. Work extra has been laying 90-lb. steel between Bean Lake and Armour, recently. Water Works, after being closed over a month, will be open again as a block office by C. O. Whalen pending bulletin. Boys line him up as soon as possible. Several have taken their vacation already and some are still planning for a trip West for their health. It is a great help to get away from the old post, and eleven months is long enough to work during the year. We can render better service if we get out and liven up a little. We thank Bros. L. V. Ockermao, St. Joe; F. A. Arnold, Hamburg, and O. E. Whalen, Armour, for assistance in this write-up, and wish other brothers would help out, as we want to have a good bunch of news in each journal. Cert. 1227. Ottumwa Division — Bro. R. L. Brand, local chairman, while at- tending the convention at Baltimore, was relieved by Bro. Lipps, second there. Bro. Curry, third Fairfield, relieved while on Jefferson county jury by Bro. Sense, third Batavia. Bro. Browning, third Danville, relieved by Mr. Swanson, while he went to Decatur, 111., in a case of sickness. C. L. Bradshaw, of Prole, assigned to Pleasan- ton agency. Bro. Barnes, second Agency, is on vacation, relieved by W. J. Curtis, from the Frisco, who has been out of the service some time. Bro. Lauger, recently assigned third Woodburn, is still West for his health. Bro. Senate, first Afton, has also prolonged his leave. Cert. 39. Crest on Division — Don’t forget to pay your dues. A. D. Collier, second Balfour, was relieved by H. R. Young, and he by G. B. Milligen, from the B. & O. C. C. Barr is now on third Bal- four, vice H. Shumway, who took French leave. Bro. W. A. Barkus, while on third Pacific Jet., relieved on third Malvern by F. S. Lewel- lyn, from the Frisco, who later relieved Mr. Roberts, Glenwood second, relieving Mr. Rush, on first, on vacation. Bro. E. B. Wallahan, from the Lincoln Division, is now on Pacific Junction third. Malvern and Glenwood stations are getting new brick platforms. Bro. Cramer is relieving Bro. H. G. Bradford on third Emerson, and Bro. F. H. Evers is re- lieving Bro. Adkins at Cromwell, on vacation. Bro. H. P. Nixon, agent Macedonia, spent Sun- day recently with his mother at Fairfield, Iowa, the chief dispatcher kindly letting him off. He is always ready to do the right thing for a good man. Bro. Rea, first, and Bro. Thompson, second Hastings, doubled twelve hours recently, Bro. J. A. Graham, of third there, being sick. Later he visited his mother at Peoria, Ill.v a few days, re- lieved by Bro. B. E. Gilbert. Bro. Thompson has decided to go to housekeeping. Recent assignments are : Telegraphers — Second Corning, Bro. I. J. Castillo; Balfour, C. F. Weber; Glenwood, C. W. Roberts; Nodaway, Bro. H. G. Bradford; Red Oak, Bro. P. G. Vaughn; third Prescott, W. A. Kennedy; Villisca, Jas. Farrell; Pacific Jet., Bro. W. A. Barkus. Agents — Brooks, Bro. F. H. Evers; Kent, C. A. Scar- borough. No applications. Cert. 2690. Lincoln Division — We are still taking in new members, hut there is still a little material for some of you to work upon. If you will all try to secure one member this year, it would mean everything to this divi- sion. Keep up first-class service in return for the concessions and fair treatment of our employers. Remember the dispatcher is the primary cog of the working unit, and give him all the informa- tion possible, answering calls promptly and getting his permission before leaving the office for any length of time, which will help him and yourself in the long run. Do not fail to keep your local chairman posted on the new arrivals on the division, and also whether they belong to any other division or not, so he will be able to transfer them. If they do not belong, use all fair means to get them to cast their lot with us. With best wishes for a prosperous 1913 for Division 130, and first-class service to our em- ployers. Fraternally, P. H. Miller. Lincoln Division Notes — It is now Bro. B. H. Balderson, third Kenesaw, who was a recent Hastings visitor; also Bro. P. M. Orrell, second Cobb, also Bro. E. R. Tyner, reinstated. Bro. Orrell was a recent Exeter visitor. Bro. F. D. Chadwick, agent Juniata, is on vacation in Missouri, relieved by Bro. H. W. Renean, from Wymore Division. Bro. W. C. Allison, second Hastings, is on a trip to Bingham, Utah, relieved by Bro. Van House. Digitized by Google

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1114 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. J. VV. Shaw writes from his Montana homestead, and sends all his “73.” Bro. Shaw in his March write-up, said Bro. Lannon, Fairmount, and wife. This was an error. He was thinking about Bro. Foster and wife, at Sutton. Bro. Lannon says no wife in sight for him as yet, but he has invested in an auto to carry Fairmount baseball players around this summer. Bros. D. E. Waller, from Inland, and C. J. Plith, from Saronville, were recent Hastings visitors. Bro. E. B. Wallahan, Clay Center, transferred back to his home division (Creston). He leaves a host of friends on this division, who all wish him lots of luck. Bro. A. H. Teals has returned to Friend after a couple of months’ vacation in California. Assignments: Bro. F. P. Mueller, Sargent; W. F. Flickinger, second Emerald; Bro. V. D. Chicester, second extra agent; T. A. Wilbur, Clay Center; H. E. Stayher, Exeter tower; E. P. Flickinger, York tower. On bulletin — Sutton third. Bro. Kline is acting agent at Hampton, re- lieved at Cairo by Helper Doll, of Clay Center. Bro. Mercier, second Sutton, is on thirty days’ vacation, relieved by “Phoner” Thropp. Bro. R. S. Silvers, first Sutton, while on a business trip to Lincoln, was relieved by Bro. T. A. Wilbur, who later went to Clay Center regular. Mr. Bowman, agent Sutton, bid in Lyons agency, relieved by Bro. Bourne. Mr. Thropp relieved C. A. Smith on second Sutton, who relieved agent at Monroe, on the sick list. Local Chairman Miller was our delegate from the Omaha-Lincoln Division to the Baltimore con- vention. Bro. R. R. Hargett, third Cushman, assigned to third Sutton, vice Holmburg, who went back as helper at Palmer. The R. I. first-class trains were detoured over Q, Lincoln to Denver, May 3d and 4th, owing to washout on R. I. Omaha Division bulletins — Louisville agency and Gibson and Havelock third. Lincoln Division bulletins — Second Cushman, first Hastings yard and Ashton agency. Bro. “WX,” off a few nights at Utica, relieved by C. B. Hohbaum, from Palmer. The new depot at Marquette has been com- pleted and occupied. If the manager there would only get a brand new card, it certainly would put Marquette on the map. Bro. G. H. Barrett, of Grand Island, had two tough guys come to the ticket window who told him to open up the dbor or they would “smoke him up.’’ Barrett told them to shoot and be hanged, and called up the police station, but the fellows beat it before he could get any assistance to capture them. A bad tornado crossed the High Line about Tamora recently, tearing down everything in its path. About two miles of poles and wires were put out of business. Seward suffered the great- est, several residents being killed, axid several thousand dollars worth of property destroyed. Bro. Coggins of Aurora, made a trip to Lin- coln the first of May to meet his wife, who had been gone several weeks. While Mr. Woods, of Aurora, was off several days on account of the sickness of his children, Bro. Driver and Bro. Coggins had to double one night until a relief agent came from the Omaha Division. I wish you boys would drop me a note of any change that takes place. I don’t get in touch with any only on the High Line and n^rth branches, and a note from you that know of some change will be highly appreciated. H. L. Coggins, Div. Cor. Omaha Division — Assignments: Third Gibson to Bro. C. W. West ; agency Louisville, J. H. Enlow; third Havelock, A. G. Ward, and Randolph to Bro. Gordon, from Omaha. Bro. Coffield visited the carnival at O’Neill latter part of May. C. A. Smith, agent O’Neill to Omaha to try out a rate job. Bro. Lussier, of Plainview, goes to South Da- kota shortly to look after his land. Bro. H. S. Jackson is now in the auto busi- ness. Bro. Roy Heffley has returned from hit three weeks’ vacation, relieved by Mr. McDonald, third Greenwood, later to Canada, relieved by C. B. Currence. Bro. Starkey, now third Ashland, like* that 8-hour trick. First he has ever held. Bro. West, from Omaha, relieving Bro. Fender on second Ashland. Mr. Haas, of Oreapolis, should get a card now as he has invested in an auto, and needs the insurance protection. H. E. Craig, of Gibson, reported married. No particulars. Bro. Bailey, of Ashland, has purchased a new cave on account of so many recent storms, which he goes into when a cloud comes up, but most of us fellows go in during the heat of the day. Mr. Dickinson, agent Schuyler, is living over the depot there again, and Miss Vera is doing the early morning stunt. Bro. Gilbert, of Wann, has a sweet tooth which has caused him to make several trips to the dentist at Ashland. Two stores have been started at Wann recently. Bro. Finch, of Walthill, has gone to the Mo. Pac. route agent, Boynton, visited Bro. Byergo at Walthill recently. L. E. Downey. Lines West, Omaha Division- Assignments: Agencies — Dixon to H. R. Parmer, from Ashland; Lyons to J. G. Bowman, from Sutton; Memphis to L. F. Jacks, of Ft. Crook; Randolph to J. H. Enlow, from Dixon. Teleg- raphers— Third Ashland to Bro. Starkey, relieved at Louisville by T. J. Wachal, only bidder. Can- celed: Agencies — So. Bend and Goodwin. None of the Omaha Division boys bid on the extra agent’s job. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1115 Bro. Hays, at Goodwin, was sick for several days with the grippe. Bro. Eastlick took a trip to Allen the latter part of April. Bro. Downey was on the sick list a few days the first of April. Bro. Coffield and family spent Sunday with folks at O’Neill recently. Bro. Lussier met his wife at Walthill, and after visiting Bro. and Mrs. Byergo, went to the Sioux City hospital to visit Mrs. Lussier's mother. Bro. Baker, of Beldon, spent Sunday with his brother at Page, recently. Bro. KimbaTs wife, of McLean, recently spent a few days at Royal. Bro. Combs, of Randolph, has gone to Huntley, Neb., agency. We lose a good all-around man and a .very good member in his departure. Bro. Geo. Sheely has taken three months off and will farm 80 acres near Waterbury, and look after other business, relieved by Guy Boyd, for- merly of the C. & N. W. at Sargeants Bluffs, Iowa. Bro. A. M. Smith, for the past two years extra, is now in the collection business at Winnebago. Don’t forget to remit your dues for the last half of 1913, to General Secretary and Treasurer Bro. Rogers, at LaCrosse. Bro. C. G. Bierly relieved Bro. Holt while the latter attended the meeting in Omaha. Helper Bernard, from Winnebago, went to Ralston agency, vice J. W. Steele, to Ft. Crook agency. Walther Lyons has gone into the tombstone business. Very good business for a “dead one.” Dispatcher Harris, while on his ranch in Wyoming recently, was relieved by Frey, from “OX.” Bro. *‘D” Walls, of “OX,” off for "three months, is to play ball we understand, with Grand Forks this year. Cert. 1350. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, At Ralston, on that fatal Easter Sunday, Mrs. Edith Hamm Kimball and little daughter were stricken down by the God of storms, and Whereas, The deceased affiliated with our or- ganization while in the service on the Omaha Division, and Whereas, The deceased was at all times a faith- ful employe; therefore be it Resolved, That while humbly submitting to the Father’s will, we, a committee representing the Order of Railroad Telegraphers, do mourn with Mr. and Mrs. Hamm the tragic death of their daughter, and with the husband so suddenly bereft of wife and child; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the sorrowing parents and husband, a copy retained in the records of the Division, and a copy forwarded to The Telegrapher for publica- tion- G. W. Holt, W. E. Snethen. A. M. Smith, Committee. W y more Division — Hardly a month but what some of the old hard shells come across with their 'applications. Good work, let us all keep after them until none are left. J. J. Irwin, Hubbell, is now wearing the wreath and sounder. Bro. P. C. Jones, agent Morrow, on vacation, was relieved by Mr. Savage. Bro. Craig, agent Firth, on leave of absence, relieved by Mr. Ockerman, nights. Bro. W. H. Johnson, first Humboldt, has gone to the Union Pacific. Sorry to see “Bill” go, but wish him good luck. F. E. Duggan, new man, assigned to Nebraska City third, and Bro. P. H. Cobb, from the Mc- Cook Division, assigned Verdon agency, no others bidding. Bro. C. P. Dailey, Superior, assigned to Thompson agency, and Bro. A. L. Klima to second Rulo, on bulletin. Bro. H. M. Reneau, who left this division last winter to become a commercial traveler, is work- ing on the Lincoln Division. E. J. Pekar, a new man, relieved Bro. Dailey at Thompson, owing to the death of his infant child. News items are light Try to send in more for next month. Keep after the nons, and remember, “No card, no favors.” Div. Cor. Alliance Division, West End — Bro. L. Z. Young, a new man, is on Orella second, vice Bro. Lewis resigned. Sister Sharp, third Marsland, has been off sev- eral weeks on account of sickness, relieved by Miss Scofield. Bro. Blank, relieving at Halsey, bid in third Hemingford, vice Bro. Powell, who gets Nahunt agency, where a couple of car bodies are being used for a depot until the new station is built. Broken Bow first and Seneca third on bulletin. Bro. Kennedy, third Ardmore, has gone back to Wisconsin, Dame Rumor says, for a housekeeper. Congratulations. J. T. Peckenpaugh has been promoted to Chief Dispatcher Sterling Division, succeeded by Night Chief Dispatcher E. M. Coleman, and Ralph Cox gets third dispatcher’s trick east end; C. M. Mackey, second dispatcher Deadwood, comes to Alliance as extra, succeeded by A. W. Parker, Alliance relay. Bro. Frank Brunkhorst is going to try house- keeping and poultry raising. Bro. Ed Shields has gone to Dayton, Ohio, to bring back his mother to make her home with him. Local Chairman Powell represented us at the Baltimore convention. Boys, keep your eyes open for new men, so that w-e can keep up our present nearly 100 per- centage. Bro. George Blaine, from the C. & N. W.. relieved Bro. L. M. Davis at Crawford, on sick leave, and Bro. C. E. Seybolt, second Crawford, relieved Bro. Dowell at Edgemont, owing to ill- Digitized by Google

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1116 The Railroad Telegrapher. ness. Bro. Hollenbeck called on the boy» at Crawford en route to his homestead at Van Tas- sell, Wyo. Bro. Von Druska, third Crawford, who had some property destroyed by the Omaha tornado, went there recently to view the wreck. It is now “Bro. Johnny Beckler,” at Crawford. He carries an up-to-date, and rustles freight like an old-timer. Bro. C. G. Graham gets the Marsland agency, and the people there are to be congratulated. Bro. Stevens gets Pringle agency, and Nahunt is now on bulletin. Bro. George Bales has resigned and gone West for his health, and Provo agency is also on bulletin. L. D. Perrine, former agent Marsland, who went on the road with a typewriter company, is back working as extra agent. Mr. King, former agent C. & N. W. Crawford, is now with the Burlington, acting agent at Bing- ham. Bro. Sprague, who has been relieving at Ster- ling, is back in Alliance relay office again. L. M. Davis, Asst. L. C., Cert. 2309. Brookfield Division — C. E. Sprague, second Lathrop, off a few days on account of sickness, relieved by E. E. Emer- son, Hamilton. The agent at Randolph now has to telegraph six hours as E. R. Pickett was taken off there to relieve W. N. Nangle, who bid in third Turney, now at Hamilton working extra. It takes a “wide awake” man on third Turney. H. B. Warnacut, second Holt, off several nights, was relieved by M. P. Holt, who later relieved his brother, W. R., on second Nettleton. “Pete” will sec that his younger brother lines up. It’s now Bro. Charlie Andrew, third Bucklin. A. Jones, from the Santa Fc, is on South Park third. Bro. L. E. Hicklin, third Bevier, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Schweikhaus, trom Macon, and Bro. F. Leaton, third Shelbina, off several days on account of sickness, relieved by C. Shea. A. F. Ritter, agent Hunnewell, while at the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Mr. Wood- ward. Bro. L. E. Wilhoit, agent Chandler, while at- tending a Masonic school of instruction at Liberty, was relieved by Bro. J. E. Dunn, and he on sec- ond by P. O. Matthews, from Kearney. It woud be greatly appreciated if the boys wrould report any items of interest that comes under their observation, in order that we may have a good write-up each month. The Cameron O. R. T. Club is not receiving the attention it should from the Burlington boys. These meetings are beneficial and inspiring, and should he better attended. The Rock Island boys are far ahead of us in this matter, as has been seen by the attendance at former meetings at Cameron. VV. H. W., Div. Cor. McCook Division — Bro. Knopp, on third Holdrege pending bulle- tin, relieved by Bro. Hartman, regular, relieved P. Cobb, on second, who went to Erdon, NeK. agency, on Wymore Division. Later, Bro. Schroder, from Ft Morgan, bid in second Hold- rege, Mr. Knopp going to first until Dro. Lee, from Oxford Jet. bid it in. Bro. Salade, Alma nights, off sick, relieved by Bro. Fields, who later relieved Bro. C R. Bauer. Oxford, and then to Akron. Bro. Alf. Fredrickson, Trenton, visiting his claim, relieved by M. Weiser, from D. & R. G. Bro. Taylor, visiting in Kansas, relieved by Bro. Hoffnackle, who later relieved Bro. Boyer, at Burns, while visiting friends and relatives east, Bro. Hoffnackle later going to Parks. Bro. Westermorland to Haigler, second regular, relieved by Bro. Hitt, from Wiggins third, on second Roggen regular now. Bro. Hopkins, second Wray, relieved by Bro. Kentrell while in the East. Mr. Cole, second Brush, relieved Bro. Premier, and Bro. Huff relieved Bro. Koemel, third Rog- gen on a trip East. Bro. Sullivan, on second Keenesburg, Bro. Knowles relieved Bro. Hardesty on third. Barr third closed for a few weeks. Bro. Winger, agent Wauneta, and Mr. Billes- bauch, from Max, were recent Benkelman callers. Bro. Watts, appointed third Ft. Morgan. Bro. D. Koemel relieved Bro. Paxton at Edi- son, Neb. Bro. C. M. Hardesty relieved L. H. Nash on Mindcn third, wdio relieved W. E. Luke on sec- ond, while off owing to the illness of his wife. Later Bro. Hardesty relieved the agent at Naponee, thence to second Benkelman. Bro. Byron, Beard, has returned from his vaca- tion east, and did not return alone. The new de^ot at Minden will, no doubt, be finished this fall. Bro. Hunt, agent Erie, Colo., while at the Baltimore convention, was relieved by Bro. O. B. Landau, from Lafayette. He visited a number of prominent points east on his return. Bros. Sweeney and Hunt, agents Lyons and Erie, respectively, were recent Denver visitors. Bro. Sch udder, agent Imperial, is trying out a bank position there. If it suits him he will quit railroading. The family of Bro. Pinkerton, second Wiggins, is quarantined on account of his son having scar- latina. Bro. Puliver, a recent Lyons visitor, after a few days at Wiggins and Haigler, is now at Lyons, on the sick list. F. C. Runnels took a run up the Lyons branch recently and we were all glad to see him. The officials don’t get up that way very often. Div. Co*. Sheridan Division — Work trains are on the front completing the branch. Digitized by kjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1117 Sister Young is on vacation for her health, re- lieved by her son, Glen, relieving at Oriva and Ulm, recently. R. E. Mills, an old agent of this road, out of service some time, bid in Oriva nights. Second Hardin still open; no bids. L. D. Col- lins bid in East Bridger agency, and M. U. Lewin, Ranchester, vice Bro. J. E. Wham, who bid in Manderson agency. Bro. C C. Rose, from the Wymore Division, bid in third New Castle. Bro. T. L. Simcor, second Clifton, A. L. Sullender, second Arvada; cashier at Thermopolis by Bro. F. J. Dempsey; Ballantine agency by W. W. Sanders, and cashier Newcastle by Bro. G. E. Pollard. I have secured a ruling from the Adams Ex- press Co. to the effect that telegraphers required to handle express and receive no commission, shall not be required to pay the premium on their bonds, and those who have paid this premium can get a refund by tending their receipts to me. As I accepted a position on the Great Northern, resigning here May s8th, I have turned my work over to Bro. J. E. Wham, at Manderson, a good worker for the Order. I thank the brothers for the confidence placed in me while with you, and hope that Division 130 and the Sheridan Division in particular, will con- tinue to prosper as it has in the past. It is in excellent shape, having only three delinquents, two of whom have left the railroad work entirely and one I haven’t heard from. Yours fraternally, A. D. McKerchar, L. C. Atlantic Coast Line Ry. All Members, Division 13a: On June 1st, or as soon thereafter as possible, notice for dues for the latter half of 1913 will be mailed to all members at the last known ad- dress. If you do not receive this notice by June 5th, you may know that your address is wrong on my records, and kindly send your dues without waiting for the card notice. I would call especial attention to the increased dues, the amount being $5.50 now for all members in the service. Members not in the service, or on unscheduled roads, holding membership in our division are allowed Grand Division rates, which is $4.00. I hope every member in Division 13a will remit promptly this term for their cards, and save me the unlimited amount of correspondence it has been taking to get dues paid up. There is a great amount of work I could do on the road if you would pay up your dues promptly and let me get out and talk personally to the nons who are now on our black books. You may not have gotten just what you thought you deserved when the committee was in Wilming- ton, but have you stopped to think how little you would have gotten it if had not gone down? If you have not sent in the voluntary contribu- tion asked for by the committee, please let it come along with your dues. Some of the members have misunderstood what we asked for, and sent in half of the increase they received for the month of April. What the circular asked for was all of the increase for April, which would be equal to half a month's increase. I wish to thank all those members who so promptly remitted when I explained by circular the urgent need, and to say that they saved the sacrifice I described in my circular, asking the earnest and hearty support, and entreating every one of you to do your utmost to complete the thorough organization of the road. The rate to join July ist, and pay dues to December 31st, will be $10.00. The sympathy of the entire division is ex- tended to Bro. and Mrs. J. A. Clarke, Jr., in their bereavement in the death of their infant son, at Syracuse, S. C. Yours fraternally, J. H. Williams, G. S. ft T. First Division, Wilmington District — Local Chairman Bro. Jones has been busy con- verting some of the new nons lately. Let's all pull together and make this district solid. The eight per cent increase secured on the last schedule has been distributed as equally as pos- sible in accordance with the amount of work at each place, the committee doing the best it could with the amount allowed. Let's all show our employers that we appreciate this increase by rendering good service, answer the wire promptly and reduce the complaints of the dis- patchers for having to be called so long. We have a good schedule, now let's protect it by faithful work. All the nons received an increase; see that they are reminded of this as frequently as possible until they hand in their applications, and also remind the few delinquents over here that they are standing in their own light by not holding an up-to-date card. Send Bro. Williams your April increase if you have not already done so, and help him to get in all the nons on your district. Mount Olive second on bulletin; third Rocky Point opened and filled by C. A. Smith, from Warsaw third, closed; Atkinson has been made a regular telegraph station, bid in by S. G. House. Remember the slogan, “No card, no favors.” Cert. 381. Richmond District — The rauch-talked-of message circuit has been put into operation, substituting the two local wires. All ringing being done from Richmond office, the messenger being pressed into service. Bro. R. E. Brown has returned to Gary agency, after being under the care of a physician for several weeks. He was relieved by Relief Agent Bro. C. A. Sanford, formerly agent at Drewrys Bluff, who later relieved Bro. T. A. Short, at Battleboro, a few days. Digitized by Google

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1118 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. W. T. Guilshan, of Weldon yard, resigned to accept a position in the automobile business in New York City. He has our best wishes. We regret to learn that Bro. C.‘ S. Robertson was dismissed at “CY” tower on account of the improper handling of the hand switch there. He was very attentive to his duties and will probably have very little trouble in' landing another posi- tion. Bro. H. T. Watkins has been reinstated to first Jarratt, through the efforts of Bro. Wheeler, general chairman. There are now three tricks at “YM” Shops, made necessary by the new agreement prohibiting trainmen receiving orders on ’phone, only in cases of emergency. The telegraph and telephone line has burned down twice within ten days; first near Trego, Va., and again at “CY” tower, caused by rear end collisions, and the wreckage taking fire and burning several cars, which necessitated Dispatcher Grigg to move his headquarters to Drewrys Bluff until the line could be repaired. We now have the pleasure of welcoming Bro. A. K. Terry, of Richmond dispatcher’s office, into the fold. Also Bro. S. D. Worsham, at Carson. The new yards at Collier and Falling Creek, and the new branch line from Falling Creek to Acca, are nearing completion, which will prob- ably cause a number of changes in offices and handling of trains. The automatic block signals will probably soon be installed between Rocky Mount and Pleasant Hill, which may close a few night offices at the end of the present perishable season. Bro. W. H. Hudson, agent at Emporia for many years, died at the hospital in Baltimore, Md., on April 14th. Funeral services were held at Weldon, N. C. Bro. Hudson was only sick a short time when he was taken to Baltimore for treatment, and died after an operation. His kindly disposition and unfailing courtesy won him many friends who unite in extending sympathy to the family. Bro. J. K. McCotter, our newly elected chair- man, while off negotiating with the general com- mittee, arranging a new wage scale, etc., was relieved by J. J. Anderson at “B” tower, who also relieved Bro. Jewell a few days there when called to his home at Roanoke, Va., on account of sickness. Div. Cor. Waycross District — Recent assignments on bulletin are: Second Albany, Bro. Jas. Courson; third Albany, W. C. Yawn, and third Valdosta, Bro. J. H. Sweat. Bro. Jimmerson, of Harlow agency, resigned, relieved on bid by Bro. Harrell, leaving Jasper clerk-telegrapher on bulletin. W. P. Mize, third at Sylvester, recently wired the chief that he was called off on account of the serious illness of his cousin, went to Macon and quarreled with his best girl, killed her, and then himself, leaving third Sylvester open. Doubtless you have all received Bro. W Lilians' circular in regard to the committee work at Y\ U- mington. Line up the non next door; don’t take “no” for an answer, but keep right on until yon land him. Since I have been elected local chairman. 1 have not been able to get much time to write op tne notes. I have asked Bro. F. A. Crittenden. Naylor, Ga., to take the job. Kindly send him all the notes you can by the 20th of the month. A. L. Pixley, T~ C. IVaycross District Notes — Brothers, do all you can to get the men not in good standing, as well as the nons, to send in a portion of the nice raise that took effect April 15th, and show their appreciation for what the Order is doing for them by getting an “up-to- date.” Some good brother who has time between trains might do some good work by going to Val- dosta and getting it lined up. Bro. Warren, from the A. B. & A., is on third Albany pending bulletin. It is now Bro. Sherrer on second Albany. Bros. Hodges, of Hildredths, and Jones, of Marion, have been on vacation, relieved by Mr. Irwin, now at Manor nights. Bro. Corbett assigned third Quitman, relieved on first Homerville by Bro. Robertson pending bulletin. Bro. Perry, of Dupont, off on account of sick- ness, relieved by Mr. Kemp, Jr. Bro. Dixon, “F” Waycross, was off a few days to sell his farm. Bros. Hayes, first Boston, and Crittenden, of Naylor, were off two days, attending court at Thomasville on account of the robbery of the ticket office at Boston last fall. Bros. Smith and Nolan, from Savannah District, are at “FN” Waycross, extra. Bros. Kirkland, of Baconton, and G. L. Cham pion, of Pearson, were off a few days on business, each being relieved by J. B. White. Bro. Walker, of Willacoochee, was off a few days, relieved by Bro. Mansfield, and Bro. Slaugh- ter, of Brunswick, was off a few days, relieved by Mr. Cannon, from the Southern. Bro. Courson, of Lulaton, lost about three weeks on account of the smallpox, relieved by Bro. Mansfield. We wish to extend our sympathy to Mr. Mc- Quaig, first Valdosta, in the loss of his sister. Bro. Hughes, of Glcnmore, attended the Bald- more convention as delegate for this district, and will probably report that mullet fishing is fine there also. He was relieved by Bro. Man«fieI<L Bro. H. S. Anderson, of Nahunta, has resigned, relieved by Mr. Bennett. Bro. Mears, agent Kirkland, was off about * week on account of sickness. Brothers, don’t forget to send your notes to me at Naylor, Ga. F. A. Crittenden, Acting Cor. Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher, 1119 Charleston District- - Effingham second and third cut out, leaving the business of this place up to Bro. Smith, and putting Weatherford and Hart on the extra list. Kingstree second and third also cut out, leaving Lake City, Lanes and north end the only all-day- and-night offices open north of Ashley Jet. Bennett, Ravanel, Green Pond and Ridgeland have also been closed as night offices, leaving Jacksonboro (newly opened) with Bro. C. R. Wil- son on third; Yemassee and Hardeeville on the south side. Second and third “HN” cut off, dispatchers handling message work from 7 p. m. to 10 a. m., as well as copying train orders and fixing all trains, both Southern and A. C. L., in and out of the Union Station. J. E. Hutto and R. S. Locklair were on these two tricks when cut off, and the regular men were J. G. Zander and S. E. McCullough. Sander is off on sick leave and McCullough on a fishing trip until needed for the extra dispatching when the regular dispatchers begin taking their regular vacation. Hutto has gone to Florence, extra. Our chief asked Chief Dispatcher Taylor to do all he could for him. Locklair, who will work extra in the Southern relay office at Charleston when Mr. Kogar goes to extra dispatching, is relieving at Branchville. Mt. Holly and Drayton have been made non- telegraph offices as far as the railroad is con- cerned, but will still look out for the Western Union business, with no change in salaries except overtime, which amounted to $15 or $ao a month. Mr. Moore, from Hardeeville, goes to Cades at clerk-telegrapher for a few weeks during the vegetable season. J. R. Tyler, cut off at Bennett’s yard, is re- lieving Mr. Me Roy at Hardeeville, and Brooker is relieving Agent Whelpley while attending court at Ridgeland. Bro. Padgett is relieving Bro. Belger at Green Pond, Bro. Max Jacobs relieving the agent while attending court at Walterboro. The only telegrapher who has left this district so far is W. H. Adams, who returned to his home at Laurens, S. C. Bro. Bolick, first “HN,” will shortly take Mrs. Bolick to Asheville for her health. We hope she will soon return to Charleston quite well again. The perishable movement will soon be on, and everyone will be busy. The Walterboro branch is now solid, Bro. Kirton having landed the last non a few days ago. If we had a few more hustling brothers like Bro. Kirton, we could get the Charleston District solid in a very short time. He is after those he can reach on the main line. Many thanks to Bros. Bolick and Kirton for the news notes and their prompt attention given niy request for a few notes for opr district. C. D. Gandy, Local Chairman. Third Division , Jacksonville District — The May journal came out earlier than usual, and I failed to get my write-up in. Haines City agency, first and second Tampa, second Haines City and third Rands yard are on bulletin. Bro. Avon W. Smith, who was “let out” at DeLeon Springs, after an investigation was rein- stated after thirty days’ suspension. Bro. J. N. Ahik, of Taft, was assigned DeLeon Springs agency. Bro. P. E. Braddock, of Auburndale agency, has resigned and accepted a position in the Auburn- dale Bank. At least four of our best members have resigned and taken positions as bank cashiers during the last six or eight months. Bro. W. J. Braddock, clerk-telegrapher DeLand, who bid on Auburndale, returned to his former position on request. Bro. C. J. Woodward, of Maitland, who went to Auburndale agency, was later relieved by Bro. A. W. Smith. R. L. Lockhart, from Clearwater, on the Gaines- ville District, went to Maitland agency until it was bid in by Bro. F. L. Ellis, of Haines City, Mr. Lockhart taking the latter. Bro. R. C. Lewis bid in second Rands yard, succeeded at Seville by Bro. W. L. Waugh, of the B. & O. Orange Park and Satsuma nights have been closed for the season. Bro. J. C. Vick, Seffner, laid up for three weeks with an injured leg, caused by a fall while sealing a car, was relieved by Bro. Ray Dempsey. Bro. O. C. Knight was the unlucky clerk-teleg- rapher to be taken off at Winter Garden. Div. Coe. Lakeland District — Bro. J. E. Long bid in Croom third, leaving Holder nights on bulletin, with Mr. Roberts, from the Western Union, there 'temporarily. Gardner agency transferred to Bro. R. W. Ed- wards, vice Mr. Brandon, on sick leave. Bro. Robertson, from the G. S. & F., on “CD” Lakeland second temporarily, vice Mr. Barnwell, on sick leave. J. F. Hamage is now on second Trilby. We all appreciate the new schedule, in effect April 15th. The next revision we want the com mittee to ask for fifteen days’ vacation once a year, with pay, for those in the service two years or longer. Men on other roads are enjoying that clause, and we can, too, if we keep on getting in the nons. Bro. P. G. Webb, first “CD” Lakeland, is on vacation, relieved by Bro. Bedenbaugh. We are glad to welcome Bro. J. E. Long and Bro. Brown, Kilpatrick, into our Order, and trust they will never be without a card. Brothers, please keep after the nons, and call their attention to the importance of having a card. There are a few delinquents whom I trust will come in without being asked any more to pay up. Cert. 1609. Digitized by v^ooQle

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1120 The Railroad Telegrapher. Big Four Ry. Chicago and White Water Divisions — Write-up for last month did not get to St. I.oui9 in time, as there was no way to get mail out or in. This will account for the fact that items sent in by some of you did not appear. I would like to get copies of each of the various schedules we have had back to the first one. If any of you have them, mail them to me, please. May being the convention month, your local chairman, who was elected delegate, will be absent about a month; so if you do not get replies to your letters at once, you will understand why. Mail your journal, after being read, to some non, and keep it up. Every member getting a new member is entitled to $i credit on his next term dues. This should stimulate individual effort. Working hours, assignment, etc., on the east end literally shot to pieces on account of the flood, which wiped out the bridges to Cincin- nati, and resulted in a number of the east end offices being made twelve-hour jobs for the time being. The White Water Division traffic was almost entirely suspended, and there is about forty miles of track and several bridges to be rebuilt. On the Chicago Division, east end, the large bridges over White Water and Miami Rivers both went out. Every member on this division should take hold and work to increase our percentage. It will pay you. An organization is just what its members make it. If they are indifferent, nothing will be ac- complished; if they are aggressive, know why they are organized, use judgment in the under- takings, nothing can prevent them from being successful. Progress is not retarded by the active but by the indifferent members, who seldom attend meetings and never ask the non-unionist to join the organization. There is work for every mem- ber, and to secure that full measure of success, each one must do his share and assume his part of the responsibility. Our duty does not end with initiating mem- bers; we must teach them the aims and objects of our movement, of their duty to the organization as well as the organization’s duty to them. As the members become educated in the affairs and achievements of their organization they will be- come workers for it, and the net result will be there will be no non-union men; hours of labor will be reduced, wages will be increased, and progress will not be retarded by indifference. If a man was engaged in a business that gave him a return of 50 per cent on his investment, it would be considered a good business, and he would be considered a fool if he took no interest in it and allowed it to get away from him. Busi- ness men hang onto their business and work hard for its success, even when they are making much less than 50 per cent on the investment. The trade union is the business of the wage earner; it pays him a return on his investment of several hundred per cent. Every man who works can get in the business (his union). When be a receiving so large a return on his investment, what must he be for letting his business get away from him by being suspended from his union, or refusing to become part of it because it “costs too much?” There is no business that pays so great a return op the investment as the trade union secures for its members. With this as a recognized fact, what plausible excuse can a man have for not taking an active interest in his business? A. J. Houkunc, L. C. Chicago Division East — Bro. A. J. Paramore has been appointed corre- spondent for the Chicago Division East, and will thank all members for items of interest. Bro. A. J. Hornung attended the Baltimore convention as delegate from this division. On account of damage to track in recent flood, several news jobs have been opened up and bid in as follows: M. D. Pennington, Cl eves first; E. M. Steele, Cleves second; H. G. Bateman, Cleves third; Bro. W. A. Switzer, first Elizabeth- town; W. O. Sapenfield, second Elizabethtown; S. S. Starks, third Elizabethtown. On bulletin: Fernbank Valley Jet., Code and Dix second. Address all items ttf Bro. A. J. Paramore, 33 West Broadway, Shelbyville, Ind. Cert. 34, Div. Cor. St. Louis Division West of Mattoon — Mr. Murray bid in Mattoon dispatcher’s office, relieved at Pana by Mr. Kirkpatrick. Bro. Fitz- patrick, first Pana, off thirty days, was relieved by Mr. Hamilton. James Link, Mattoon dispatcher’s office, spent Sunday in St. Louis recently. Joe Fitz, Mattoon dispatcher’s office, was off about a week on ac- count of the death of his cousin, Miss O’Brien, relieved by Mr. Montonye, second “MX,” relieved by Extra Wright, who later relieved Bro. Kil- gore, of Hillsboro, resigned. Bro. Will Seiler, of Hillsboro first trick, was off about a week on account of the death of his mother, relieved by Bro. Windsor, first Springs. Mr. Lyford, of Hillsboro, has been away on his honeymoon. Congratulations. Bra Martin, at “DI” Mattoon, pending bulletin, is now on third trick at Hillsboro. Bro. T. M. Cleary, agent Windsor, on fifteen days’ vacation, was relieved by Mr. Hamilton; Mr. Tutwiler, Livingston third, off ten days, by Mr. Connett, and Bro. Gudehue, second Wands, was off ten days. Francis Mcllen, of Mattoon, is on third Hess. Geo. Murray, second “DI,” Mattoon, off sev- eral days on account of the death of his father at Pana, was relieved by Bro. Ray, from third Twelfth street, Mattoon. Mr. Murray has our sympathy. Mr. Scott, first Twelfth street, off s few days, taking a run over to Indianapolis, was relieved by Mr. Welsh. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1121 Bro. Frazier bid in second Karl, and is now doing the strong arm act. Boys, try and get your rest so as not to get in the hay while on duty. The hot nights arc coming soon, and you should make an extra effort terstay awake. Eight hours to work, eight hours to play and eight hours to rest, is a good combination. Work it. Let’s have a write-up on the west end occasion- ally. With best wishes. Cert. 90. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, It has pleased the Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call home the beloved mother of Bro. W. H. Seiler, and Whereas, Fully realizing his great loss, we feel unable to express in words, our heartfelt sym- pathy; therefore, be it Resolved, That we, his brothers and co-workers of Division 138, humbly submit to the power over which we have no control, and extend to him and other members of the family our sincere sympathy; and be it further Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent the bereaved brother, a copy to The Teleg- rapher, and a copy spread upon the minutes of the division. E R WlNDSOIlj L. R. Martin, G. E. Airman, Committee. St. Louis Division, East — Reducing the force in our line of work was a little later this year than previously. H. Good- win, former assistant trainmaster, is now chief train dispatcher, and prospects look good to have a night chief on all summer. F. S. Smith has the job now, Dispatchers Hauson and Griffin are on vacation. Embarrass is a night office only, Pollard in charge. Mr. Spaulding visited the boys in Terre Haute “OS,” just graduated, and is on “AB” extra so the brothers there can have a vacation. N. E. Hockman is now agent at Sandford. Bro. F. S. Mason, second Vermillion, is on vacation, relieved by Mr. Frakes, and A. B. Hewitt is at Sandford, extra. Bro. Cromwell, third Paris, took in the sights at Terre Haute recently. Div. Cor. Cleveland Division — Bro. Clyde Henry, first Vernon, off a few days, was relieved by Bro. Travis; Bro. Gof Martin, first at Linndale, off a few days, relieved by Mr. Gehring, third Berea, understand Bro. Martin has an addition to the family. Bro. Reams, Shelby, was also off a few days. “Pop” is pass- ing the cigars. Bro. Ramer, second Harper, off a few days, was relieved by P. Bazzle. Bro. Eber- hard, third Rush, off a few days, was relieved by Extra Gideon. Extra Sharritte is on third Harper, pending bid. Bro. Dodds, second Galion, is off sick, relieved by Mr. Edwards. The offices of the south end have all been opened up, and most of the regular men are back on their jobs again, pending bids. First Trick Dis- patcher Erickson resigned on account of his health, and has located in the west, the vacancy has not yet been filled. The regular meeting was held at Cleveland, Wednesday, May 14th, but yours truly could not attend on account of the train being late. Some of the brothers are getting the nons next to them. Keep the good work up boys, and as the new term is approaching, all make a spe- cial effort to get the nons and the delinquents lined up, and all of you who can, come out to the meetings. You don't know what good times you are missing. Would like more of you to send in items or changes you know of, as the local chairman can not keep track of all the moves unless given assistance. H. T. S. NONS, “GET A CARD!" (By Cert. No. 141a.) I came on the road as an operator, you see, A non was the only thing I would be, A card at first was too much to invest, But I have a card now, just like the rest. All nons get a card just as I did. I ain’t got the “mon” is an old, old fib. Now get a card, like the rest. And you will find the O. R. T. the best. Better conditions, and more pay, Is what we are after, every day; Just get a card in the same old way, And you will see we will get more pay. San Antonio & Aransas Pass Ry. Our general secretary-treasurer, E. B. Hill, was our delegate to the Baltimore convention. We are proud that we had such a man as Bro. Hill to represent us. To make a success of anything, one must believe in what he is about, and his faith in this work has, in the past, actually moved some mountains. It will bring untold good to our. division if we can get your faith re- vived to the point where it will hold fast and show forth some good works. I have been told to unlimber a six or eight-inch gun on you every month, and I am soldier enough to do as I am told. So, I am putting some of you fellows next, so that you may get busy if you don't want to be talked about in a way that your neighbor will know all about you. Since we are now receiving a brand new constitution, suppose we read it and see wherein we fail. If we are all right then measure our neighbor. If he is not in line, have a talk with him. Some few have been too busy to remit their current dues. We won’t call names this time, as we believe this is an oversight, and that all will be in line before next month. Digitized by Google

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1122 The Railroad Telegrapher. The stock movement has just begun, and things will be humming in a few days. Train loads of yellow cars are also passing on their way to the northern markets. Bro. C. H. Batchelor, the popular young agent at Sweet Home, was called to Floresville for a few days on account of sickness. Bro. T. H. Belew, agent Fulshear, who carries as much seniority as any and more ability than most of them, is enjoying a ten days' furlough. Some of you agents could learn lots about rail- roading as the company wants it and as it should be by visiting Bror Belew for a day or so. He "cuts the mustard” just like the circular says do it. Nordheim claims to have the most accommodat- ing agent on the S. A. P. A belligerent towns- man, nursing an imaginary grievance, sent for Bro. Pinchin to come to his place of business, that he wanted to whip him. "Pinch” lost no time in getting up there, and the belligerent one is in the bapk shop for repairs. Our genial and handsome general chairman has been appointed to the new position of general traveling agent. It would be ambiguous to wish him success, as Barnett makes a success out of whatever he lays his hands to. The superintendent of transportation seems to know where to put his finger on a good man when he needs one. I don’t know what you fellows are promising that student you have. Better use the soft pedaL along that line. Too many telegraphers now, and telephones are coming nearer and’ nearer every day. Too many opportunities for bright boys now to have them led astray into the railroad business. Besides, he may want that job of yours. One of our agents could tell you an experience with a "ham” who had grown up in his office. Get after that non next to you, and see if you can’t get him in. Mind you, I did not say I had a six or eight-inch gun; it’s a twenty-two — the smallest in stock. If it gets results, all right; if it fails, wc will naturally try a larger one next time, as conditions must be improved. Mutt. Fort Worth & Denver City Ry. Bro. Weaver, third Quanah, is on thirty days' leave attending the Baltimore convention and visiting various Eastern cities, relieved by Bro. Webb, second Quanah, relieved by Mr. Spring- field until assigned third North Ft. Worth, when he was relieved by Mr. Harris. Bro. Billie Grubbs is on third Henrietta regular. The new set of men in "WF” are: Mr. Bridge- man, from Texline, first; Mr. McCluer, second, and Bro. Durett, from Henrietta, third. Chief Dispatcher Shafer is on vacation, relieved by Dispatcher Huggins, with Dispatcher Brock on first and Mr. Pyle, from "WF,” on second. Bro. Rummel, third Chillicothe, is on fifteen days' leave, relieved by Bro. Hines, and he on second there by Bro. Hodge, from the T. & P. Bro. Joe Elliott, agent Acme, has resigned and left for New Mexico in search of health. We miss Joe very much, and wish him a speedy recov- ery. He was relieved by Mr. Gaddis, cashier there. Agent Rutledge, Channing, is off two months, relieved by E. B. Abington. Queen r third Chan- ning, is off two months, relieved by G. Wheeler. The committee may meet the management rela- tive to the new schedule before you read this. Cm. 43 Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic R. R. Brunswick Division — I' am glad to see that all the boys on this divi- sion are waking up and taking notice of the good things the O. R. T. has done for us. There are a few nons still holding out, but we will be able to get several of them shortly by usiog the proper persuasion. We are all sorry to hear of Bro. Brady’s Alness. He is being relieved by E. J. Johnson, formerly a strong Order man. Let us hope be will see the light again. Bro. Shivers is relieving Mr. Foster, called home on account of sickness. We regret to learn that Bro. Parker seems to get no better. He has been carrying an "up to date” for twenty years, and while he is sick I know he would appreciate it to hear from you boys. Bro. Dial is a fine young man, and we wish him good luck in his new position. Let's all see if we can't have a good write-up for the next issue. Boys, don’t let Bro. "JW" have to call you but once for that 17 report. Get it ready by 3 p. s, and when he calls for it let Bro. "RD” start and let's come in order down to "Q.” All the boys on the entire division should write Bro. Gorman and thank him for the great good he has done. He is certainly a good worker and deserves credit for untiring energy. All the brothers on this division are talking about the nice raise we got. It’s certainly worth talking about, and there are more nice things in store for us, too. It’s about time Bro. Hogge was going on bis annual picnic. Boys, it’s time to get our new cards. Don't put it off one minute. "Min," Cert. 119* Grand Trunk Western Ry. Have you paid your dues, yet? If not, get bu*y and get one of the latest; they are dandies. The boys who have no cards are getting scarce on this pike. See that the few nons still here dig down and uncover enough "duegood” left over from overtime, Sunday overtime, switch lamps, short tr hours and a hundred other things, and have them get an "up to date” and feel like men. Ererj man has a label of some kind, and we have a ft* over here who are almost too small to stick one on and still see them. Agent Whitney, at Bancroft, undoubtedly has forgotten that the agency he has formerly paid only $47 until our Order took hold of the sitna- Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1123 tion, and now he has his Sundays off, a decent monthly pay and is looking for another raise at the expense of the Order. Charles Stewart, of Belview, is now on third Lapeer, vice Bro. Clifford. The boys there had to double for a couple of weeks owing to the scarcity* of good men. Bro. Dewar, Capac, Mich., was a recent Emmett visitor. Bro. Ettinger, who was operated on in Flint some time ago and went home to Bourbon, Ind., we are glad to learn, is now back at Davison. We are all very sorry to hear of the death of the father of Bro. B. %V. Peck, of Smith’s Creek, and Bro. W. E. Peck, of Division 53. General Chairman Eddy was our delegate to the Baltimore convention, and will have a lot to tell us as soon as we can get together and listen. Be careful to have the phone switches and cut- outs well closed and avoid that loud, roaring noise. We are very glad to note the success that the Brotherhood of Trackmen are having. The man with an up-to-date card in any union generally has very little trouble with the men he is working with. Bro. Holding, third Swartz Creek, off on account of sickness, was relieved by Bro. J. M. Foster, from Davison. The grandmother of Bro. Fairchilds, at Char- lotte, with whom he has made his home nearly all his life, was killed recently by a local freight she failed to notice backing in on the track there to let a through train pass. Her remains were taken to Pontiac for burial. First and second trick men had to double while Bro. Fairchilds was away. We all sympathize with Bro. Fairchilds in his loss. Telegrapher Payn, of Lansing, Mich., was off a few days recently on account of sickness. Bro. P. M. Baughman, third Millet, has re- signed and gone with the Oregon Short Line. We all wish him good luck. He was relieved by Telegrapher Burker, from the west end. Yours truly visited in Climax recently. Bros. Harmon, agent Emmett, and O. M. Hil- derbridle, agent Goodells, recently went on a big fishing trip. All we saw on their return was two suckers. Bro. Little, Port Huron, Mich., was off a few days recently. Mr. Hammond, third there, is now on first Sixteenth street, Barney on third in Hammond's place, and Mr. Land, from the C. R. 1. & P. on third Sixteenth street. Bro. Thatcher, Durand train wire job, trans- ferred to Division 39, can assure the boys over there that they got a good man. Bro. Case, our secretary and treasurer, recently made a trip to Marcellus in the interest of the Order. New members this month are: A. E. Bunker and Charles Stuart. Lapeer, Mich., and G. W. Shuey, Valparaiso, Ind. Stub. Virginian Ry. All Members Division 154: Your assistant general chairman would like for you to keep him advised as to the name and address of all nons employed on this line. He would also like to know the name, address, cer- tificate and division numbers of all parties em- ployed on this line and claiming to be members of other divisions. Don’t leave this to the other fellow to do-— do it yourself. Curt. No. 1. Midland Valley R. R. The inbound stock rush is over, but in another month we will all be busy again. About the time we get almost lined up and things are moving about right about half of us quit or get discharged. Don't get discouraged, however, but keep right on after the new ones and sec that they come in at once. The M. O- & G. boys seem to be having things coming their way, and may have a schedule before we do yet. Nearly all the nons on our line have promised to get a card. See that they keep their promises when the pay car comes. Make it a rule to ask every man if he has a card when he asks the favor of using the wires to ask for a job, and get his application and piomise to hand you the cash for it first pay-day. This will help fill the road with union men. Get solid and then everyone get all the business possible for this road. This will increase its dividends and make it worth our while to ask for a raise in our salaries. No road will turn down its men when they go after a raise the right way. Everyone help to get every non lined up and dig in for more busi- ness for your station. Then we can ask for what we desire and get it. Bro. C. H. Acklin, agent-operator Skiatook, re- signed and was relieved by Mr. Arnold, cashier and operator from Wichita. We are glad to learn that F. C. Smith’s wife, at Belleplaine is able to be out after a prolonged illness. Mr. Sipith will now be able to get a card. B. F. Harris, cashier-operator at Ark City, has gone back to the Santa Fe at Purcell, relieved by T. G. Mackey, who later succeeded A. F. Faires as agent there, the latter relieving W. N. Hagler, agent at Bigheart — a “Katy 1904” man. Bro. H. W. Granger, agent Silverdale, was re- lieved by L L Akers, and Bro. W. S. Cole at Blacklsnd agency by J. W. Thomas, from the M. O. & G. Mr. Roche, cashier at Pawhuska, has again taken the telegraph desk there. E. W. Byars is the classy “op” at “AW” days. Bro. N. E. Geist is back at Avant, after two .weeks' sickness. J. M. Lollar, Jr., opened the new night office at Haskell on account of the steam shovel work- ing between Haskell and Leonard. He was re- lieved at Tulsa by H. H. Aurant, ticket clerk there. Mr Philips, a new man, is now at Tulsa, Digitized by Google

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1124 The Railroad Telegrapher. Bro. G. M. Hurd relieved Bro. C. F. Guthrie, ngent Jenks, who now has a better position with the Texas Company. J. A. Nelson, relieved at Kanina by Horace Woodford, went to Bixby agency, vice Bro. Hurd. Mr. Hunter, from the Frisco, is the new night man at Stigler, and A. A: Ausmus the new agent at Panama, vice T. Ford, resigned. We have had quite a lot of accidents recently. One man was run over and killed, three small children seriously hurt, and two brakemen cut and bruised. The price to get a card with the “fixins” if $5.17 for June, $8.50 for July. Who will be first to get one? Cert. 3168*6. Kansas City, Mexico & Orient Ry. Southern Division — Z. C. Lytle, agent Chillicothe, is laying off, relieved by Agent Rochester, and Bond, first there, by his wife. Bro. J. G. Marsh, from the Ft. W. & D. C. at Chillicothe, is now on third Ft. Stockton. The new time card, in effect April 20th, gave us through train service between Alpine and Wichita, Kan. No. 2 was delayed about seven hours by a washout south of San Angelo on April 23d. Several stock extras are on for the rush, with about 20,000 head of cattle still to be moved south of San Angelo. Bro. Friend, third Benjamin, has gone to £rst Crowell. Bro. Ruple, from Altus, is now on the split trick at Benjamin. We need more men like him. It is now Bro. J. McGill, agent Margaret. Every member on “The Orient” should go after the nons around him and get them to join. They all want to do the right thing, and it needs only a little of the right kind of talk to get them in. “No card, no favors.” “B.” O. R. T. Club. On account of The Telegrapher for May going to press earlier than usual, and your scribe being under the weather from the effects of passing through the Easter Sunday tornado, our write-up for that issue missed connections. Our regular meeting for Monday, March 24th, was cancelled on account of the Easter tornado, which passed through Omaha the day before. Most of the city members were busy assisting their friends who lived in the path of the storm. Those who saw the ruin wrought by it know that the work of relief was a tremendous task. How- ever, there was no one or no committee of the volunteer relief squad who did more work .than the city members of the O. R. T. Club. They responded nobly to President Ackerman’s call for help, and during the next few days the results were very gratifying. Only two members of the club were directly in the path of this storm, they being Bro. Kaley, of M. P., and myself. We were taking dinner at the home of Bro. Kaley's fiancee when the tornado struck us. With the exception of one, the entire party of fourteen reached the basement in safety. The house, which was lifted clear off the foundation and deposited in the back yard next door, imme- diately caught fire, and the entire block burned. By working fast we were able to get our neighbor out of the wreckage before the fire reached him. and assisted several more of our neighbors out of the wreckage of their homes. Immediately following the storm, a veritable cloudburst descended, and we were alternately drenched by the downpour, and steamed by the awful heat of the fire. It was some three or four hours after the tornado struck us before we were able to obtain a dry change of clothes, and reach some shelter from the cold north wind. My home being in the block, with the exception of a very few things, I lost all. Bro. Kaley was sick for several days following the storm, and for * time we feared he had contracted pneumonia from the awful exposure, but by careful nursing and immediate attention, he came through and re- sumed work in a day or two. None of us were injured seriously, a few bruises and a small cut or two being the usual extent, but from the amount of debris deposited in the basement where we took refuge it is a miracle that any of the party got out alive. The next few days were busy ones, indeed. Bro. Ackerman, with the help of several members, came to my relief and provided what was necessary. The following week I was in position to provide a temporary home for my small family, and further assistance obtained through President Ackerman's efforts, will enable me to fit up a better home within the next few days, although, of course it will be sometime be- fore I am again established as well as before this disastrous storm took our home from over our heads. As the correspondent for Division 6 stated in his write-up in the April journal, I belong to no other organization, and I wish to say that if I had, I doubt very much if I would have re- ceived greater material assistance, sympathy, sod help in the time of need, than I received from the members of the O. R. T. I wish to thank each of the members of the O. R. T. Club, and the O. R. T., for the material assistance, sympathy and help tendered me during the time of need, and wish to assure each and every one of the boys that this help was greatly appreciated, and if I had not received h 1 would have been in bad circumstances, indeed. The effects of exposure to the storm and rain immediately following same, compelled me to stay away from my work, and be under the doctor’s care for fifteen days or so. Am again back at work and ready to handle the records for the 0. R. T. Club, and hope the boys will attend onr meetings, and help make them the success they should be. With the exception of a small Hat of the members of the club, all of our records, files, books, a number of invitations to the dance, tickets, etc., were either blown away in the Digitized by VjOO^lC

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1125 tornado or burned up. The seal of the club was found in the basement next to the house it was in before the storm. Our big dance, scheduled for April 3d, was a grand success, even though the date was a short time after the tornado struck us. We had a large crowd, and a jolly one. Everyone enjoyed themselves, and especially the out-of-town people, some of whom came a great distance to be with us. The hall was beautifully decorated, Profes- sor Lamp’s orchestra rendered some very fine music, and all enjoyed the refreshments and were sorry to see the festivities end. After balancing the accounts, Bro. J. G. Law- ler, the treasurer of the social affair, stated we had made a profit much larger than expected, and turned over to the S. & T. quite a snug sum to be deposited to our credit. Taking it all around, the dance was a big success. Bro. F. P. Vybiral, of Schuyler, was there and brought with him quite a few of his friends. Mr. Carter, agent from Valley “UP,” Neb., was one who en- joyed himself immensely. The committee on the floor did very good work, and are to be com- plimented on the excellent manner in which the dance was conducted. It was not decided just when we would have another dance, but when the date is announced, we can be sure of a grand success. Our regular meeting at the Paxton, Monday, April 21st, was attended mostly by the old “standbys,” but we had a nice sociable time. Bros. Burnite, Potter and Fullington gave us the pleasure of hearing some very appropriate music. About ten bells, President Ackerman ordered a light lunch and refreshments served by the hotel, and at ten thirty the meeting adjourned. Bro. Lawler left May 5th for ten days’ visit with his folks. Bro. Kaley will leave for an ex- tended trip through Colorado and possibly Cali- fornia, June 20th. Congratulations are in order, as we understand “Don” has booked passage for two. Bro. BiggerstafF, “MP” Omaha, recently took a ten days* trip to Arkansas, which apparently done him much good. Our next meeting will be held at the Paxton Hotel, on Monday, June 23d. We are planning on some kind of a camp for a month this summer, at some convenient resort nearby. Urge that each of the city members make a special effort to get to our meetings more often. We have our own music, and usually some refreshments are procured for those attending. It will soon be time for the dues for the second half of this year. Get them in early boys. Don’t have your S. & T. writing for them. It is your money that pays for the postage. Don’t forget the O. R. T. Club dues. Send your half dollar to me and I will see that you are given credit, put on the “live list,” and send you a card at once. Note the change in ray address, due, of course, to the tornado destroying my house at former address. Jas. Frkdkr, S. & T. Des Moines O. R. T. Club. The regular meeting of the Des Moines O. R. T. Club was held in the parlors of the Kirkwood Hotel, Fourth and Walnut streets, Des Moines, Iowa, Sunday, April 20th, at 3:30 and 7:30 p. m., President M. R. Davis in the chair at both meet- ings. Bro. W. J. Edwards, general secretary and treasurer. Division 126, gave a fine talk, dealing especially with the subject of concerted action. Very fair attendance and all enjoyed themselves and learned many things concerning what is being done all over the country by our organi- zation in the way of new schedules, legislation favorable to labor, etc. We have learned more about our business in the five or six club meet- ings here than we have in the fifteen years we have drilled over the country working at it and certainly think it would be worth any brother's time to come to these meetings, even if necessary to lose a day’s sleep to get in. Undoubtedly some official from the Grand will be with us at our next meeting, and probably a general chairman or two. The president has promised us a smoker, and a general good and instructive time is expected, so all of you who can possibly get in, be sure and attend. Remember the date and place. Cert. 1536, Div. 126. Digitized by c.ooQle

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CRAND DIVISION Mutual Benefit Department Assessment No. 131 is due July 1, 1913. Time for payment expires August 31, 1913. AMOUNT OF ASSESSMENTS. On $ 300 00 (Series A) $2 40 per year On 500 00 (Series B) 3 60 per year On 1,000 00 (Series C) 7 20 per year BENEFITS PAID DURING MAY, 1913. Claim Cert. No. Naiil Cause. Drv. No. Series. Amt. 1439. .Fred Droege, Jr . . Acute General Peritonitis . . . 138.. 21595. C.. $1,000 00 1451 . . Raymond W. Baker . ..Tubercular Kidney 54.. 17867.. C.. 1,000 00 1454. .Frank P. Cummings. . . Heart Disease 29.. 38593.. A.. 300 00 1455 . . Elmer P. Stearns . . Gastric Ulcer ...Grand.. 1301.. C. . 1,000 00 1456. .G. W. Thomas . .Accidental Drowning .... 138.. 36826. C.. 1,000 00 1467 . E. C. Miles . Pulmonary Tuberculosis. . . . ... Grand.. 18697. C.. 1,000 00 FINANCIAL STATEMENT — MORTUARY FUND. Receipts. Received on Assessment Account to April 30, 1913. . . . Received on Assessment Account May, 1913 Disbursements. $1,271,754 13 2,006 30 $1,273,760 43 Death Claims paid to April 30, 1913 $ 887,881 47 Death Claims paid in May 5,300 00 Assessments Refunded, account rejected applications 1,728 56 Assessments transferred to dues 258 08 Cash on hand to credit Mortuary Fund, May 31, 1913 378,592 32 $1,273,760 43 L. W. QUICK , Grand Secretary and Treasurer. Digitized by Google

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1127 The Railroad Telegrapher. Official Directory General Offices, St. Louis, Mo. GRAND OFFICERS. H. B. PERHAM President L. W. QUICK. .. .Grand Secretary and Treasurer St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis, Mo. J. A. NEWMAN First Vice-President T. M. PIERSON Second Vice-President Flat “B,” 3960 Drexel Blvd., Chicago, 111. St. Louis, Mo. D. CAMPBELL Third Vice-President J. J. DERMODY ..Fourth Vice-President Suite 20, Hampton Mansions, Winchester St., 970 Kirbert Ave., Price Hill, Toronto, Ont Cincinnati/ Ohio. E. J. MANION.... Fifth Vice-President St. Louis, Mo. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. George O. Forbes, Chairman, Sydney, N. S. C. E. Layman, Troutville, Va. A. O. Sinks, Jefferson St. Depot, Portland, Ore. C. G. Kelso, Secretary, Box *7, Springfield, Mo. * Geo. E. Joslin, Box 260, Centerdale, R. I. ADVERTISING. All correspondence pertaining to advertising should be addressed to W. N. Oates, Advertising Manager, Garfield Building, Cleveland, Ohio. Division Directory GRAND DIVISION— Attached membership not confined to any particular railroad or territory. H. B. Perhan^ President, St. Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Grand Secretary and Treasurer, St. Louis, Mo. No. 1 — Division covers the Grand Trunk and Grand Trunk Pacific Rys. Meets subject to call of Chairman. F. A. Parent, Gen’l Chair- man, Grand Trunk Ry., Casselman, Ont; R. L. Harrop, Gen’l Chairman, Grand Trunk Pacific Ry., Justice, Man.; D. L. Shaw, Gen’l S. & T., London, Ont No. a, ST. LOUIS, MO. — Meets 1st and 3d Mon- days each month at 8 p. m., Small Hall, South Side, 3d floor. Masonic Temple (Odeon Bldg.), Grand and Finney aves., St Louis, Mo.; L. W. Quick, Chief Telegrapher, 7th floor, Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo.; R. J. McElhinney, S. & T., 4107 Hartford st, St Louis, Mo. No. 4 — Division covers the C., St F., M. & O. Ry. W. J. Liddane, Gen’l Chairman, 227 West Cen- tral ave., St. Paul, Minn.; D. O. Tenney, Gen’l S. & T., 328 Fulton st, Mankato, Minn. No. 5 — Division covers the Kansas City Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, De Bid- der, La.; L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. No. 6— Division covers the Union Pacific Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man. G. H. Smith, Gen’l Chairman, Box 238, Grand Island, Neb.; John H. Hughey, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Box 294, Junction City, Kan.; L. G. Ging, Local Chairman Nebraska Division, Eg- bert, Wyo. ; C. J. Horiskey, Local Chairman Wyoming Division, 2405 Maxwell st., Cheyenne, Wyo.; E. Lockman, Local Chairman Colorado Division, Box 11, Erie, Colo.; Z. R. Hook, Local Chairman Kansas Division, 125 Colorado st, Manhattan,' Kan. No. 7— Division covers the Canadian Pacific Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G. D. Robertson, Gen’l Chairman, Box 20s, Welland, Ont., Can.; R. C. Wilton, Gen’l S. & T., Kenora, Ont. No. 8— Division covers New York Central Ry. H. B. Morey, Gen’l Chairman, 102 Jefferson ave^ Utica, N. Y.; A. E. Blim, Gen’l S. & T., Chili Station, N. Y. Hudson Division— Meets 3d Tuesday of each month at 7 .-30 p. m., G. A. R. Hall, 27 Garden st, Poughkeepsie, N. Y. G. M. Currie, Local Chairman, Cold Springs, N. Y. Western and Rochester Division— Meets 3d Saturday in February, April, June, August, October and December, at xo o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at Rochester, N.Y.; 3d Monday of January, March, May, July, September aod November, at 10 o’clock a. m., and 8 o’clock p. m., at 148 No. Salina st, Syracuse, N. Y. in conjunction with Mohawk Division. R. A. Campbell, Local Chairman Rochester Division, Hart Lot, N. Y. W. P. Mansell, Local Chair- man Signalmen, Western Division, Corfu, N Y. A. E. Blim, Local Chairman Station Dept, Western Division, Chilli Station, N. Y. Mohawk Division— Meets 3d Tuesday each month at 8 p. m., at 510 State st, over Fagan’s real estate Digitized by Google

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1128 The Railroad Telegrapher. office, Schenectady, N. Y., and on the first Tuesday in the month at Utica, N. Y., in Ar- canum Temple Hall on Devereaux st., at 8 p. m. M. B. Lynch, Local Chairman Signalmen, 96a State st., Schenectady, N. Y. H. B. Morey, Local Chairman Stationmen, 10a Jefferson ave., Utica, N. Y. Harlem Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. Fall Brook Divi- sion— Meets 3d Wednesday evening each month, at 8 o’clock, Odd Fellows* Hall, East Erie ave., Corning, N. Y. R. R. Mclnroy, Local Chair- man, Middlebury Center, Pa. Beech Creek Dis- trict— Meets ad Tuesday each month at 8 p. m. in Mechanics* Hall, South Clearfield, Pa. J. W. Martenis, Local Chairman, Vilas, Pa. Electric Division and Grand Central Terminal — Meets ad Wednesday at 9:30 a. m. and 4th Saturday at 8 p. m., each month at Twelfth Ward Bank Bldg., Lexington ave., cor. East 135th st. New York. H. D. Murty, Local Chairman of Grand Central Terminal, 115 S. High st.. Mount Ver- non, N. Y. G. P. Alrutx, Local Chairman of Electrical Division, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. G. P. Alrutz, Assistant Local Chairman in charge of the Station Department, 33 Hyatt ave., Yonkers, N. Y. Buffalo Division — Regu- lar meetings will be held at North Tonawanda, N. Y., on the first Tuesday evening in January, March, May, July, September and November, and on the first Tuesday morning in February, April, June, August, October and December. Special meetings to be held in Buffalo, subject to call of Local Chairman. O. A. Siehl, Local Chairman, North Tonawanda, N. Y. Putnam Division — Meets subject to call of Local Chair- man. F. G. Boutelle, Local Chairman, Chaun- cey, N. Y. No. 9 — Division covers the C. I. Sc L. Ry. W. J. Dooley, Gen’l Chairman, 3101 McPherson ave., Indianapolis, Ind.; M. T. Parks, G. S. Sc T., Box 62, Bainbridge, Ind. No. 14 — Division covers the Norfolk & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. C. E. Layman, Gen’l Chairman, Trout- ville, Va.; T. H. Lankford, Gen'l S. & T., P. O. Box 11, Cloverdale, Va. ware Division, T. W. Truitt, Local Chairman. Middletown, Del. Meets at call of Chairman. Philadelphia Terminal, G. H. Bogart, Local Chairman, 729 Linden st., Camden, N. J. Meets call of Chairman. W. J. and S~, G. E. Nightingale, Local Chairman, Newfield, N. J. Meets at call of Chairman. Trenton Division. J. G. Simanton. Local Chairman, Frenchtown. N. J. Meets at call of Chairman. Philadelphia Division, C. S. Melchor, Local Chairman, 531 Curtin ave., Harrisburg, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. Middle Division, A. L~ Rex, Local Chairman, Mapleton Depot, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. Pittsburg Division. J. H. McGrail, Local Chairman, 2011 Eleventh ave.. Altoona, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. Conemaugh Division, Martin Stephens, Local Chairman, 122 Whitfield st., Pittsburg, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. Monongahela Division, G. Z. Stover, Local Chairman, West Elixebeth, Pa- Meets at call of Chairman. Allegheny Division, O. T. Arendt, Local Chairman, Foxburg, Pa- Meets at call of Chairman. Buffalo Division, Burt Sutton, Local Chairman, Franklinville, N. Y. Meets at call of Chairman. Elmira Division, C. R. Elliott, Local Chairman, 381 S. Main at-, Elmira, N. Y. Meets at call of Chairman. Renovo Division, J. F. Mann, Local Chairman. Wilcox, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. Williamsport and Susquehanna Division, A. C Grieb, Nisbet, Pa., Local Chairman. Meets at call of Chairman. Sunbury Division, G. C Vandling, Local Chairman, Mifflinville, Pa. Meets at call of Chairman. No. 18 — Division covers the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad System. Meetings is* Dis- trict at Conneaut, in G. A. R. Hall, Main st., cor. of Washington st., every third Monday of each month. Meeting 2d and 3d Districts at Bellevue, Ohio, in B. of L E. Hall, every 3d Friday of each month; meeting 4th District in I. O. O. F. Hall, State st, Hammond, Ind., every second Saturday of each month. F. F. Cowley, Gen’l Chairman, 519 W. Lincoln st, Findlay, Ohio; C O. Crisenberry, Gen’l S. & T., Knox, Ind. No. 16 — Division covers the Michigan Central Railroad. Meets 3d Monday of each month at 7:30 p. m., Prismatic Hall, 130 First st., Detroit, Mich. J. C. Culkins, Gen’l Chairman, Albion, Mich.; J. H. Staley, Gen’l S. & T., Box 903, Welland, Ont. No. 17 — Division covers Pennsylvania Railroad Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie. J. F. Miller, Gen’l Chairman, 2916 Huntingdon ave., Balti- more. Md. ; G. E. Nightingale, Gen’l S. Sc T., Newfield, N. J.; Baltimore Division, T. E. Fid- ler, Local Chairman, Lutherville, Md. Division meets 3d Friday each month, Huntingdon Hall, Baltimore, Md. Maryland Division, W. M. Skinner, Local Chairman, ri5 S. Potomac st., Baltimore, Md. Meets at call of Chairman. Dela- No. 20 — Division covers the New York, Ontario & Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. F. Cullinan, Gen’l Chair- man, 2 Albert st., Middletown, N. Y.; H. D. Pfoor, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 28, Jermyn, Pa.; G L. Cook, Local Chairman Southern Division, P. O. Box 183, South Fallsburg, N. Y.; W. J. Haley, Ass't Local Chairman South- ern Division, 31 Smith st^ Middletown, N. Y.; G. W. Merwin, Ass’t Local Chairman P. J. & M. Branches, High Falls, N. Y.; P. J. Boland, Local Chairman Scranton Division, 160 Dun daft st., Carbondale, Pa.; F. L. Spratt, Ass’t Local Chairman Scranton Division, Poyntelle, Pa.; J. R. Hadley, Local Chairman Northern Divi- sion, 24 Seneca st., Oneida, N. Y.; P. J. Lof- tus, Ass't Local Chairman Northern Division, Morrisville, N. Y. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1129 No. 21 — Division covers the Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Stenger, Gen’l Chair- man, R. F. D. No. 3, Miamisburg, Ohio; C. B. Miller, Gen’l S. & T., Piqua, Ohio. No. 23 — Division covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Ry., Chicago, Milwaukee ft Puget Sound Ry., Tacoma-Eastern R. R., and Rochelle & Southern Ry. System. District meetings held subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Soyster, Gen’l Chairman, 4747 Langley ave., Chicago, 111.; C. H. Burnworth, Ingomar, Mont., Ass't Gen’l Chairman Puget Sound Lines; Ed. R. Derrickson, Gen’l S. & T., Box 237, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. No. as — Division covers the International ft Great Northern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. T. C. Berry, Gen’l Chair- man, Encinal, Tex. ; R. B. Adams, Gen’l S. ft T., Oakwood, Tex.; D. D. Hungate, Local Chair- man Gulf Division, Jewett, Tex.; R. O. Nun- nery, Local Chairman Taylor Section, Rockdale, Tex.; T. C. Berry, Local Chairman San Anto- nio Division, Encinal, Tex.; Chas. C. Webner, Local Chairman Ft. Worth Division, Mart, Tex. No. 26— NEW YORK CITY, N. Y.— Meets 2d Wednesday of each month, 9 p. m.. Von Glahn's Hotel Lodge Rooms, 59th at. and Columbus ave.. New York City. E. N. Pickerill, Chief Tel., care Marconi Wireleaa Telegraph Co. of America, Woolworth Building, New York City, N. Y.; A. R. Linn, S. ft T., 116 Willett at., Jamaica, N. Y. No. 27 — Division covers the St Louis, Vandalia ft Terre Haute Railroad System. Meets on the 15th of each month in the Mayor’s office at Green Castle, Ind. E. E. Pierron, Gen’l Chair- man, Pierron, 111.; C. R. Shortridge, Gen’l S. ft T., CoatesviHe, Ind. No. 29 — NEW HAVEN, CONN.-^Meets iat Fri- day of each month at 8 p. m., and 3d Tuesday of each month at 10 a. mu, in Red Men’s Hall, 48 Church st, cor. Crown, New Haven, Conn. L. H. Dowd, Chief Tel. 57 Ludlow st, Water- bury, Conn.; G. F. McCormack, S. ft T., 95 Main st, West Haven, Conn. No. 31 — Division covers the Missouri Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’i Chairman, Room 401, Star Building, St Louis, Mo.; N. S. Morgan, Chairman Relay Offices, 4785 Cottage ave., St Louis, Mo.; W. L. Wilmarth, Member General Committee, M. P. Ry., Holden, Mo.; J. E. Lewis, Member General Committee, Tal- lulah, La.; H. J. Mohler, Gen’l S. ft T., Room 401, Star Building, St. Louis, Mo. No. 32 — Division covers the St. Louis ft San Francisco Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. G. Kelso, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 87, Springfield, Mo.; M. T. Fulling- ton, Gen’l S. ft T., Box 8 7, Springfield, Mo. No. 33 — Division covers the Baltimore ft Ohio Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. * C. B. Pierce, Gen’l Chairman, 2021 Longwood Ft. (Walbrook), Baltimore, Md.; C. B. Rawlins, Ass't Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 1, Moore’s Hill, Ind.; W. Edgar Frasher, Gen’l S. ft T., 814 W. 9th st, Wilmington, Del. Philadelphia Division — Meets in Red Men’s Hall, 17th and Union sts., near B. ft O. Depot, Wilmington, Del., third Saturday evenings in January, March, May, July, September and November, at 8 p. m., and meets in the hall at Cowenton, Md., on third Wednesday evenings in February, April, June, August, October and December, at 8 p. m., thus alternating between Wilmington, Del., and Cowenton, Md., every other meeting. F. F. Sullivan, Local Chairman, Van Bibber, Md., Western District of the Baltimore Division. Eastern District of the Baltimore Division and “GO,” General Office, Baltimore and New York Terminals meet jointly the second Monday evening of the months of January, March, May, July, September and November, 8 p. m., in Hotel Caswell, northeast corner of Baltimore and Hanover sts., Balti- more, Md.; D. J. McGrath, Local Chairman Eastern District of the Baltimore Division, 2811 Frisby st., Baltimore/ Md. C. B. Pierce, Local Chairman “GO” General Office, Baltimore, Md., and New York Terminals, 2021 Longwood st. (Walbrook), Baltimore, Md.; W. Q. Stouffer, Local Chairman Western District of the Balti- more Division, Point of Rocks, Md. Pittsburg Division, Pike River and P. ft W. Districts — Meets 4th Thursday night of each month at 8 p. m., and 10 a. m., 4th Thursday in June, August, October, December, 1913; February, April, etc., 1914. st 417 Wood st., third floor, Pittsburg, Pa.; J. Yeager, Jr., Local Chairman Eastern District Pittsburg Divi- sion, si 35 Edgebrook ave., Brookline, Pittsburg, Pa,; E. J. Olwell, Local Chairman Western District of the Pittsburg Division, iso Charles st., Knoxville, Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. Cleveland Division — Meets third Friday of each month in Snyder’s Hall, Exchange st., Massillon, Ohio. G. H. McCoy, Local Chair- man, 1716 Wooster at., Massillon, Ohio. Chicago Division — Meets third Wednesday night of each month in Red Men’s Hall, Defiance, Ohio. T. J. Eiler, Local Chairman Eastern District; G. H. Harer, Local Chairman Western Dis- trict, Milford, Ind. Newark Division, including all its subdivisions and branches, will hereafter meet in Newark on the third Monday of each month. The meetings will be held alternately in the afternoon and evening, beginning with an evening meeting in December. J. P. Welsh, Local Chairman Eastern District of the New- ark Division, R. F. D. No. 3, Box 17, Barnes- ville, Ohio. J. F. I den, Local Chairman of the Western District of the Newark Division, 541 Maple ave., Newark, Ohio. No. 34 — Division covers the Chicago ft Eastern Illinois Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. J. V. Phillips, Gen’l Chair- man, Wellington, 111.; S. M. Rittenhouse, Gen’l S. ft T., Sidell, 111. Digitized by Google

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1130 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 35, PROVIDENCE, R I.—Meets 3d Satur- day of each month in Swart's Lodge, Odd Fel- lows' Hall, 96 Westminster st, Providence, R. I. J. D. Vanderbeek, Chief Tel., 284 Mont- gomery ave.. Providence, R. I.; W. J. Smith, S. ft T., South Swansea, Mass. No. 36— Division covers the Pennsylvania Lines west of Pittsburg. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. J. B. Finnan, Gen’l S. & T., P. O. Box 659, St Louis, Mo. No. 37, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y.— Meets ad Friday evening each month, 8 o'clock, Lambden Bldg., 25a Main st, New Rochelle, N. Y. Theodore A. Reif, Chief Tel., 9 Abendroth place. Port Chester, N. Y.; B. E. S. Seaman, S. & T., 1321 Hoe ave., New York, N. Y.; T. O. Tiger, Local Chairman, 907 'Main st., Stam- ford, Conn. No. 38, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.— Meets 3d Sat- urday each month, 7:30 p. m., 373$* Main st, Springfield, Maas. R. P. Keefe, Chief Tel., 30 Vinton st, Springfield, Mass.; J. R. Cardinal, S. & T., 176 Union st, Springfield, Mass. No. 39 — Division covers the Pere Marquette Rail- road System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Chicago- Muskegon Division holds regu- lar monthly meetings in Eagle's Hall, Benton Harbor, Mich., on the 2d Saturday of each month, at 8:15 p. m. W. A. Knister, Gen’l Chairman, Coatsworth, Ont; W. R. Adair, Gen’l S. ft T., 37a Goodwin ave., Detroit Mich. No. 40 — Division covers the Chesapeake ft Ohio and Chesapeake ft Ohio of Indiana Lines. L. E. Hicks, Gen'l Chairman, Craigsville, Va.; J. W. Kiser, Gen'l S. ft T., Barboursville, W. Va.; C. D. McGehee, Chairman, Piedmont and Pen- . insula Districts, 2803 E. Clay at, Richmond, Va.; L. G. White, Chairman Rivanna District, Scottsville, Va.; H. S. Shuey, Chairman Moun- tain District, Craigsville, Va.; F. L. Fletcher, Chairman James River District, Eagle Rock, Va.; J. J. Holt, Chairman Alleghany and Green- brier Districts, Covington, Va.; J. E. Wheatley, Chairman New River District, Prince, W. Va.; J. W. Kiser, Chairman, Huntington Division, Barboursville, W. Va.; H. O. Irwin, Chairman, Lexington and Big Sandy Districts, 416 E. Car- ter ave., Ashland, Ky.; G. F. Willis, Chairman Cincinnati District, Greenup, Ky.; E. W. John- son, Chairman Chesapeake ft Ohio of Indiana, Converse, Ind. Regular meetings are held at Richmond, Va., in Fraternity Hall, ^15 W. Broad st., on the 4th Thursday night each month; at Clifton Forge, Va., in I. O. O. F. Hall, on the 4th Saturday night and at Hinton, W. Va., in Big Four ^Building, on the 3d Thursday night of each month. No. 42, BOSTON, MASS.— Meets ad Saturday* night each month. Engineers' Hall, 164 Canal at., Boston, Maas. T. J. Fogarty, Chief TeL, 71 Clarendon ave., West Somerville, Maas.; F. G McGrath, S. ft T., 6x4 Main st., Win- chester, Mass. No. 4a— Division covers the Erie Railroad Sywtem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Joint meet- ings of the Meadville and Mahoning Divisions will be held at Warren, Ohio, corner Park ave. and Market st., every 3d Saturday of month. New York Division, Branches and Side Lines — Regular meeting 3d Monday of month, 8:30 p. m., Union Hall, Grave and 4th sts., Jersey City, N. J. W. H. Husted, Genl Chairman, Rich wood, Ohio; G L. Bridge, Gen’l S. ft T., Deposit, N. Y. No. 43— Division covers Northern Rail- way System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Frank Munsey, Gen'l Chairman, Beaudette. Minn., G. H. Palmer, Gen’l S. ft T., Dauphin, Man. No. 44, NEW YORK, N. Y.— Meets ad Saturday each month at 8 p. m., in Fraternity Hall, aa-ne Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. G B. Van Nostrand, Chief Tel., Hempstead, N. Y.; A. A- Leonard, Gen'l Chairman, 71 Pun tine sc., Jamaica, N. Y.; E. H. Decker, Ass't Gen'l Chair- man, No. 17 Sheridan ave., Brooklyn, N. Y.; L. Meringer, S. ft T., 13 Cooper st., Brooklyn. N. Y.; L. Meringer, Chairman Towermen, 13 Cooper st, Brooklyn, N. Y.; A. Filby, Chair- man Agents, 1055 East 34th st, Brooklyn, N. Y.; W. S. Leahy, Chairman Telegraphers, 4 Ran- dall ave.. Corona, N. Y. No. 45, WOODSVILLE, N. H.— Meets 3d Satur- day of each month at 8 p. m., K. of P. Hall. Woodsvllle, N. H. G A. Burnell. Chief Tcl[ Tilton, N. H.; Geo. A. Wheeler, S. ft T., Wells River, Vermont No. 46— Division covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. G H. Livsey, Gen'l Chairman, East Point, Ga.; O. S. Travis, Gen'l S. ft T., Route 68. Atlanta, Ga. System meetings held at O. R. T. Hall, Macon, Ga., subject to call of GenT Chairman. Macon Division — Meets with Dixie Cub, Federation Hall, Atlanta, Ga., every seo- ond Saturday night; O. S. Travis, Local Chair- man, Route 68, Atlanta, Ga. Savannah Divi- sion meets at Macon, Ga., subject to of Local Chairman; D. M. Rogers, Local Chair- man, Register, Ga. Chattanooga Division meets at Lafayette, Ga., every second Sunday; Local Chairman, O. W. Bledsoe, Lafayette, Ga. Southwestern Division meets subject to call of Local Chairman. J. H. Randall, Jr., Box 25, Smithville, Ga. Columbus Divirion meets at Opelika, Ala., subject to call of Local Chair- man. M. J. Newberry, Hollins, Ala.; F. S. Bas- kerville, Local Chairman Macon Terminals, Macon, Ga. No. 47, CHARLOTTETOWN, P. E. I. — Meets 3d Thursday of each month at 8 p. m., at B. L S. Hall, Charlottetown, P. E. L J. A Kelly, Chief Tel., Charlottetown, P. E. I.; J. E. R. McEwen, S. ft T., Charlottetown, P. E. I. No. 48 — Division covers the Detroit, Toledo ft I ronton and Ann Arbor Railways. Meets sut>> Digitized by v^ooQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1131 ject to call of Chairman. G.' H. Simmermon, Gen’l Chairman, Flat Rock, Mich.; J. S. Kneis- ley, Gen’l S. & T., Quincy, Ohio. 401 Main qf., Dallas, Tex.; A. E Laisure, Gcn’l Chairman, Corsicana, Tex.; W. M. Moseley, Gen’l S. ft T.^Rice, Tex. No. 49 — Division covers the Denver ft Rio Grande Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. H. J. Fulton, Gen’l Chairman, xia E. nth st., Leadville, Colo.; F. W. Moore, Local Chairman First Division, Room 6, Union Depot, Pueblo, Colo.; H. J. Fulton, Local Chairman Second Division, 112 E nth st, Leadville, Colo^ J. A. Ray, Local Chairman Third Divi- sion, Hotchkiss, Colo; M. D. Wright, Local Chairman Fourth Division, La Veta Pass, Colo.; F. V. Munster, Local Chairman Utah Lines, 325 S. xst West st. Salt Lake City, Utah; A. E Roberts, Gen’l S. ft T., Station A, Pueblo, Colo. No. 51 — Division covers Bessemer ft Lake Erie Railway System. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month in Eagle’s Hall, Greenville, Pa. F. N. Williams, Gen’l Chairman, Oakmont, Pa.; W. B. Risley, Gen’l S. ft T., 96 Marshall st., Conneaut, Ohio. No. 5a— PITTSBURG, PA.— Meets ad and 4th Saturday evening of each month at 7:45 p. m., 417 Wood st, 3d floor, Pittsburg, Pa. J. G. Rothrock, Chief Tel., 303a Bergman st., Sheri- dan, Pa.; H. Klingensmith, Secretary, 124 Su- burban ave., Beechview, Pittsburg, Pa.; C. C. Campbell, Treasurer, 108 Fremont st, Mt. Oliver Station, Pittsburg, Pa. No. 53 — Division covers Southern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. John E. Cowgill, Gen’l Chairman, San Carlos, Cal.; D. W. Koppikus, Gen’l S. ft T., Oakville, Cal. No. 54 — Division covers the Northern Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. Sam Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, North Branch, Minn.; I. N. Holmes, Gen’l S. ft T., X009 East 3d st, Olympia, Wash. No. 55 — Division covers the Wheeling ft Lake Erie and Wabash, Pittsburg Terminal and West Side Belt Railways. Meets third Saturday even- ing of each month at Harmon, Ohio; J. O. Peoples, Gen’l Chairman, Bolivar, Ohio; C. E Baltzer, G. S. ft T., P. O. Box 246, Navarre, Ohio; O. B. Handy, Local Chairman, Nor- walk, Ohio; C. H. Rector, Local Chairman, W. ft L. E. Telegraph Offlce, Perry-Payne Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio; W. R. Darling, Local Chair- man, Sdo, Ohio; W. A. Albaugh, Local Chair- man, W. P. Ry. ft W. S. B. R. R., Mingo Junction, Ohio. No. 56 — Division covers Georgia Southern ft Florida Railway System. J. M. Wooten, Gen’l Chairman, Unadilla, Ga.; E. H. Baker, Gen'l S. ft T., White Springs, Fla. No. 57 — Division covers the Houston ft Texas Central Railway System. Meets every third Saturday at 8:30 p. m., in Labor Temple, over No. 59 — Division covers Southern Railway Sys- tem. Meets subject to call of Chairman. H. G. Alexander, Gen’l Chairman, xaa Tate st., Greens- boro, N. G; J. W. Burgess, Gen’l S. ft T., 223 9th st., S. W. Charlottesville, Va. No. 61, CAMPBELLTON, N. B.— Meets 4th Tuesday evening of each month in Engineers* Hall. Campbellton, N. B. J. E. D’Anjou, Chief Tel., Matapcdia, Que.; G. F. Ward, S. ft T., Chatham, N. B. No. 62 — Division covers the Queen ft Crescent Route (North). J. W. Anderson, Gen’l Chair- man, Oakdale, Tenn.; E. H. Boutwell, Gen’l S. ft T., Walton, Ky.; E H. Boutwell, Local Chairman Cincinnati Division, Walton, Ky. J. W. Anderson, Local Chairman Chattanooga Division, Oakdale, Tenn.; J. J. Carter, Local Chairman A. G. S. Division, York, Ala. Meet- ings subject to call of Chairman. No. 63 MONCTON, N. B. — Meets 3d Saturday of each month alternately at Moncton, . N. B. St John, N. B., and Sussex, N. B. R. A. Brown, Chief Tel., Salisbury, N. B.; R. M. Scribner, S. ft T., Shediac Road, N. B. No. 64, LEVIS, QUE— Meets 3d Tuesday of each month. Place of each following meeting to be chosen by a majority vote of members present at each regular meeting. A. Dion, Chief Tel., 17 d’Yourville st, Quebec, Que.; Wm. Parsons, S. ft T., Riviere du Loup Station, Box 1 14, Co. Temiscouata, Que. No. 65, ROCHESTER, N. H. — Meets at 7:30 p. m., 2d Saturday each month in G. A. R. Hall, Rochester, N. H. H. A. Beacham, Chief TeL, Union, N.‘ H.; C. P. Lord, S. ft T., 7 Lincoln st., Summer worth, N. H. No. 66, TRURO, N. S.— Meets 3d Wednesday each month, McKay’s Hall (B. R. T. room), Inglis st., Truro, N. S. G. E Roulston, Chief Tel., Westchester Station, N. S.; J. E Mc- Donald, S. ft T., Belmont, N. S. No. 69 — Division covers the Queen ft Crescent Route (South). Meets subject to call of Chair- man. M. V. Hickman, Gen’l Chairman, Heidel- be 1 g. Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Gen’l S. ft T., Q. ft C. Yard Office, Meridian, Miss.; P. W. Burdeaux, Local Chairman, V. S. ft P. R. R., Monroe, La.; H. O. Peavey, Local Chairman, A. ft V. Ry., Meehan, Miss.; E. M. Bilbo, Local Chairman, N. O. ft N. E. R. R., Meridian, Miss. No. 70 — Division covers Great Northern Railway System. No. 71, OSKALOOSA, IOWA— Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman, in Pike’s Hall, Oska- loosa, Iowa. R. A. Vannoy, Chief TeL, Mar- tinsburg, Iowa; E. J. Wilson, S. ft T., Laurel, Iowa. Digitized by Google

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1132 The Railroad Telegrapher. No. 76 — Division covers the Chicago & North- western Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. Jas. Troy, Gen'l Chairman, Jewell, Iowa; Ira R. Kempkes, Gen’l S. ft T., Nevada, Iowa. No. 77, DENVER, COLO.— Meets 1st Monday evening in each month at Markham Hotel, Denver, Colo.; C. L. Cheney, S. & T., 935 17th st., Denver, Colo. No. 80— Division covers the N. O. M. ft C. Ry. System. C. H. Thompson, Gen’l Chairman, Leaf, Miss.; J. E. Swenson, Gen’l S. ft T., Beaumont, Miss. No. 81 — Division covers the Colorado Midland Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. E. F. Collier, Gen’l Chairman, care C. M. Ry., Arkansas Junction, Colo.; H. M. Loveland, Gen’l S. & T., Granite, Colo. No. 82 — Division covers Western Maryland Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chair- man and Local Chairmen. R. E. Smith, Gen'l Chairman, Smithsburg, Md.; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Gen’l S. & T., 24 Eichelberger st., Hanover, Pa. Local Chairmen Maryland Division: C. E. Stouffer, Edgemont, Md., First District, includ- ing Middle Division and Fifth and Sixth Dis- tricts of Eastern Division; R. E. Smith, Smiths- burg, Md., Second District, covering territory on Eastern Division from Security east to Hillen Station; E. C. Kohlbaugh, Hanover, Pa., Third District, covering territory from Fairfield, Pa., to Hampstead, Md., and the Fourth District, in- clusive. West Virginia Division: C. G. Blair, Ohiopyle, Pa., Eastern District, covering terri- tory from Connellsville, Pa., to W. Va., C. Junction and the G. C. ft C. Ry.; N. T. Downs, Mill Creek, W. Va., Western District, covering territory east of W. Va.; C. Junction to and including Durbin, W. Va. No. 83 — Division covers the Bangor ft Arostook Railroad System. Meets subject to call of the Chairman. C. S. Newcomb, Gen’l Chairman, Frankfort, Me.; F. J. Crozier, Gen’l S. & T., Milo Jet., Me. No. 88 — Division covers the Texas ft Pacific Railway System. Meets subject to call of the . Chairman. W. K. Gremillion, Gen’l Chairman, Donaldson ville, La.; B. T. Hambright, Gen’l S. & T., Roanoke, Tex. No. 89, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets 1st Saturday each month at 8 p. m. in Harmony Hall, also 3d Saturday each month at 10 a. m. (daylight meeting), in Harmony Hall, 694 Washington st., Boston, Mass. J. E. Kerns, Chief Tel., No. a Josephine ave., Medford, Mass.; J. H. Mc- Dermott, S. & T., 46 Crocker st., Mansfield, Mass. No. 91, CHICAGO, ILL. — Meets xst Saturday of each month at 8:15 p. m., in Hall 912, Masonic Temple, cor. Randolph and State sts., Chicago, 111. G. Dal Jones, Chief TeL, 2530 North Ked- zie blvd., Chicago, 111.; W. E. Carter, S. ft T., 5443 Evanston ave., Chicago, 111. No. 92 — Division covers the Buffalo, Rochester ft Pittsburg Railway System. Meets subject to the call of Chairman. F. J. McGraw, Gen’l Chairman, Backus, McKean Co., Pa.; J. T. Sim- mons, Gen’l S. ft T., 901 W. Long ave., Du Bois, Pa. No. 93 — Division covers the Illinois Central Rail- road and the Yazoo ft Mississippi Valley Rail- road. Meets subject to call of Chairman. C A. Mulhall, Gen’l Chairman, Clarkson, Ky.; G. E. Chance, Ass’t Gen’l Chairman, Mounds, I1L; R. R. Green, Gen’l Chairman, Y. ft M. V. Lines, Doddsville, Miss.; G. D. Clements, Gen’l Chair- man, Indianapolis Southern Railway, Bloom- field, Ind.; R. L. Shannon, Gen’l S. ft T., Anna, 111. No. 94, MERIDIAN, MISS. — Meets 2d Saturday night of each month in Pythian Hall at Artesia, Miss.; H. W. Bell, Chief TeL, Ethelville, Ala.; C. E. Hendley, S. ft T., Artesia, Miss. No. 95, PORTLAND, ME. — Meets 3d Thursday of each month at S46}£ Congress st., Portland, Me. C. E. Adams, Chief Tel., Springvale, Me.; F. S. Twombley, S. ft T., Buxton, Me. No. 96 — Division covers Chicago ft Great Western Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chair- man. A. L. Coleman, 420 Parallel ave., Kansas City, Kan., Gen’l Chairman; C E. Norris, Gen’l S. ft T., Inver Grove, Minn. No. 97 — Division’ covers the Seaboard Air Line Railway System. MeeU subject to call of Chair- man. D, May, Gen’l Chairman, Carlton, Ga.; F. O. Cumming, Gen’l S. ft T., 15 Dinwiddie st., Portsmouth, Va. ; J. T. Benn, Local Chairman Virginia Division, Thelma, N. C.; E. H. Moore, Local Chairman North Carolina Division, Marah- ville, N. C.; Frank Taylor, Local Chairman Georgia Division, Lawrenceville, Ga.; W. L. Tidwell, Local Chairman Alabama Division, Helena, Ga.; J. L. Vining, Local Chairman South Carolina Division, Macclenny, Fla.; F. W. Brown, Local Chairman Florida Division, Cedar Keys, Fla. No. 99, COBALT, ONT. — W. D. Cunney worth. Chief Tel., Engelhart* OnL; R. Richardson, S. ft T., Latch ford, Out. No. 102, PHILADELPHIA, PA.— Meeting place subject to notice from Secretary and Treasurer. J. J. McLaughlin, S. ft T., 1516 N. Dover st, Philadelphia, Pa. No. 103, STELLARTON, N. S.— G. L. Tattrie, Chief Tel., New Glasgow, N. S.; J. P. Swift, S. ft T., New Glasgow, N. S. No. X04, AYER, MASS. — Meets 3d Sunday of each month at 9:30 a. m. in Room 5, Oxford House, Clinton, Maas. James P. Rutledge, Chief Tel., 209 Church st., Clinton, Mass.; James P. Rutledge, S. ft T., 209 Church st, Clinton, Mass- No. 105, CONCORD, N. H. — Meets 3d Saturday each month at 7:30*9. m., in Concord Hall, Con- cord, N. H. J. T. Turcotte, Chief TeL, Pem- broke, N. H.; H. M Clay, S. ft T„ Gcrrish, N. H. Digitized by LjOOQle

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1133 No. 106, HAGERSTOWN, MD.— Meet* 3d Than- day of each month at 8 p. m., 8 Court Place, Hagerstown, Md. John H. Goshorn, Chief Tel., Greene astle, Pa.; J. K. Snyder, S. & T., Box 46, Hagerstown, Md. No. xo8, ADDISON, N. Y.— Meets ad Monday each month at 8 p. m.. Edge ©mb Hotel, Galeton, Pa. E. C Cole, Chief Tel., Cowanesque, Pa.; C. E. Belcher, S. & T., Osceola, Pa. No. in — Division covers San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. D. McGee, Gen’l S. ft T., 320 Concord st., Los Angeles, Cal. No. 1 13 — Division covers the Ulster ft Delaware System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. M. L. Klein, Gen’l Chairman, 74 Abeel st., Kings- ton, N. Y. H. J. Halstead, Gen’l S. ft T., One- onta, N. Y. R. H. Henson, Local Chairman S. C. ft K. Branch, Phoenicia, N. Y.; C. W. Pough, Local Chairman Main Line, 81 Hone st., Kingston, N. Y. No. 1 14, ANNAPOLIS, ROYAL, N. S.— H. A. Jacques, Chief Tel., Middletown, N. S.; Stanley Travener, S. ft T., Tupperville, Anna Co., N. S. No. 1 1 5, QUEBEC, QUE. — Meets 1st Monday of each month in I. O. O. F. Hall, Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Que. J. J. White, Chief Tel., No. 4 St. Angele st., Quebec, Que.; J. E. Potvin, S. ft T., Cote de Peres, Beauport, Que., Can. No. 1 16 — Division covers the Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic Railway System. Meets ad Sunday of February, April, June, August, Octo- ber and December, in places designated by Gen’l Chairman. P. M. Stillman, Gen'l Chairman, Seney, Mich.; C. W. Danielson, Gen’l S. ft T., Chassell, Mich. No. X17, SHAMOKIN, PA.— Meets at Milton, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Saturday of following months at 7:15 p. m. : January, February, April, May, July, August, October and November, and at Catawissa, Pa., in S. of V. Hall, 4th Satur- day of the following months at 7:30 p. m.: March, June, September and December. H. M. Michael, S. ft T., Quakake, Pa. No. xx8 — Division covers Toledo ft Ohio Central, Kanawha ft Michigan, Hocking Valley and Zanesville ft Western Railway System. A. P. Hines, Gen’l Chairman, Burr Oak, Ohio; R. M. Henderson, Gen’l S. ft T., aaa Ash st., Marys- ville, Ohio. No. 1x9 — Division covers the Minneapolis, St. Paul ft Sault Ste. Marie Railway System. G. W. Lewis, Gen’l Chairman, 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; F. C. Paine, Gen’l S. ft T., Erskine, Minn. No. xao — Division covers Lake Erie ft Western Railway System. C L Turner, Gen’l Chairman, Ambia, Ind.; M. A. Steckel, Gen’l S. ft T., Atlanta, Ind. No. 123 — Division covers Minneapolis ft St. Louis Railway System. J. J. Madden, Gen’l Chair- man, Waseca, Minn.; J. C. Sandmier, Gen’l S. & T., Waukee, Iowa. No. 124 — Division covers Lehigh Valley Ry. Sys- tem. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. ft T., 711 Star Bldg., St. Louis, Mo. No. 125 — Division covers Richmond, Fredericks- burg ft Potomac Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. C. H. Boschen, Gen’l Chairman, Ashland, Va.; W. T. Thomp- son, Gen’l S. ft T., Fredericksburg, Va. No. 126 — Division covers Chicago, Rock Island ft Pacific Railway System. W. T. Brown, Gen'l Chairman, 128 North Oakley ave., Kansas City, Mo.; W. J. Edwards, Gen’l S. ft T., 2422 Lister ave., Kansas City, Mo. No. 127, VIRGINIA, MINN.— W. W. Woodward, Chief Tel., Hibbing, Minn.; C. J. Keenan, S. ft T., Kelsey, Minn. No. 128 — Division covers the Atchison, Topeka ft Santa Fe Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. L. A. Tanquary, Gen’l Chairman, Board of Trade Bldg., Pueblo, Colo.; L. W. Quick, Acting Gen’l S. ft T., St. Louis, Mo. No. 129 — Division covers Lake Shore ft Michigan Southern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Local Chairman. G. E. Kipp, Gen’l Chairman, Blasdell, N. Y., and Local Chairman Eastern Division; G. R. Smith, Assistant Gen'l Chairman, Rockwood, Mich.; E. D. Graham, Gen’l S. ft T., 207 E. 7th it., Mishawaka, Ind., and Local 'Chairman Franklin Division; J. T. Bearss, Sandusky, Ohio, Local Chairman Toledo Division; A. E. Snyder, Box 272, Ligonier, Ind., Local Chairman Michigan Division; G. R. Smith, Rockwood, Mich., Local Chairman De- troit Division; E. D. Graham, 207 E. 7th st., Mishawaka, Ind., Local Chairman Western Divi- sion; D. E. Royce, Rany, Ind., Local Chairman Lansing Division. No. 130 — Division covers Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. F. Carder. % Gen’l Chairman, 717 S. 4th st, Burlington, Iowa; J. H. Rogers, Jr., Gen’l S. ft T., 717 N. xoth st., LaCrosse, Wis. No. 131, TRING JUNCTION, QUE.— E. Lafon- taine, Chief Tel., St Henedine, Que.; A. Lagueux, S. ft T., Tring Junction, Que. No. 1 32 — Division covers the Atlantic Coast Line R. R. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla.; J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. ft T.. Wilson, N. C. ; J. P. Loftin, Local Chairman Richmond District Whitakers, N. C.; D. H. Parker, Local Chairman Norfolk District Speed, N. C.; J. L. Bridgers, Local Chairman Fayetteville District, Dillon, S. C.; J. H. Foy, Local Chairman Wilmington District Maysville, N. C; F. T. Murray, Local Chairman Columbia and Win- ston-Salem Districts, R. F. D., Cameron, Digitized by v^ooQle

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1134 The Railroad Telegrapher. S. C.; C. N. Wells, Local Chairman Charles- ton District, 155 Calhoun street. Charleston, S. C.; W. A. Hollahan, Local Chairman Savan- nah District, Grand Crossing, Fla.; Thomas Sasser, Local Chairman Waycross District, Waycross, Ga.; J. T. Wynne, Local Chairman Montgomery District, Banks, Ala.; W. W. Tedder, Local Chairman Jacksonville District, Seville, Fla.; M. H. Martin, Local Chairman Gainesville District and Jacksonville Terminal, Palatka, Fla. ; W. Brantley, Local Chairman Lakeland District, Crystal River, Fla. No. 133, SYDNEY, N. S.— M. D. McKeigan, Chief Tel., Leitches Creek, N. S.; S. A. Mc- Innis, S. ft T., P. O. Box 488, North Sydney, N. S. No. 134, JACKSONVILLE, FLA.— Meets subject to call of Chief Telegrapher. E. I. Barnard, Chief Tel., 30 Sevilla st., St. Augustine, Fla.; J. H. Meyers, S. & T., Homestead, Fla. No. 136, READING, PA.— Meets 3d Friday of each month. Lloyd A. Miller, Chief Tel., Cal- cium, Pa.; C. F. Petree, S. & T., 93a. Pear st., Reading, Pa. No. 137— Division covers El Paso & Southwestern Railway System. F. A. Thomas, Acting Gen’l S. & T., 4112 Arsenal st., St. Louis, ^fo. No. 138 — Division covers C. C. C. ft St. L. Rail- way System. Edw. Whalen, Gen’l Chairman, 1601 Third ave., Terre Haute, Ind.; George Lavengood, Acting Gen’l S. ft T., 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. System meeting held at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Cleveland Division meets 2d Wednesday of each month at 1501 Columbus road, Cleveland, Ohio. R. R. Reynolds, Local Chairman, 128 W. Atwood st., Gallon, Oh io. Cinci!lnati*San dusky Division meets on the 3d Tuesday of each month in the Johnson Bldg., Springfield, Ohio. J. F. Justice, Local Chairman, 366 N. Grant ave., Columbus, Ohio. St. Louis Division, Edw. Whalen, Local Chairman. St. Lpuis and Cairo Divisions hold joint meetings first Monday of each month in Red Men's Hall, Paris, 111. Indianapolis Divi- sion meets in Room No. u, 2d floor, Anthony Bldg, Muncie, Ind., on 3d Monday of each month; E. P. Jenkins, Local Chairman, 1603 E. Jackson st., Muncie, Ind. Chicago Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Local Chairman; A. J. Hornung, R. F. D. 9, Greensburg, Ind., Local Chairman Chicago and White Water Division. Michigan Division meets subject to call of the Chairman; George Lavengood, Local Chairman, 109 East Jackson st., Alexandria, Ind. P. & E. Division meets at Oneida Hotel, Indianapolis, Ind., sub- ject to call of Chairman; J. E. Schlosser, Waynetown, Ind., Local Chairman. Cairo Divi- sion holds joint meetings with the St. Louis Division; B. T. McConchie, Local Chairman, VfTfh*!!, Til No. 139* NORTH ADAMS, MASS.— Meets 00 the 2d Saturday of each month in Odd Fellows* Hall, North Adams, Mass. O. A. Pitcher, Tel., Charlemont, Mass.; H. F. Cook, S. & T., Charlemont, Mass. No. 140 — Division covers Maine Central Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. V. W. Hobbs, Gen’l Chairman, Mattawamkcag, Me.; H. N. Bates, Gen’l S. & T., Gardiner, Me. No. 141 — Division covers San Antonio & Aransas Pass Railroad System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. H. Barnett, Gen’l Chairman, Gregory, Tex.; E. B. Hill, GenT S. & T., 1027 Yale st., Houston, Tex. No. 142 — Division covers the Green Bay & West- ern Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Blair, Wis.; L. P. Curran, Gen’l S. & T., Winona, Minn. No. 143 — Division covers the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. W. A. Gates, Gen'l Chairman, Box 291, Reed City, Mich.; L. B. Babcock. Local Chairman, Petoskey, Mich. No. 144 — Division covers the Trinity ft Brazos Valley Railway System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. J. W. Adams, Gen’l Chairman. Mexia, Tex.; N. W. Smith, Gen'l S. ft T.. Box 493, Teague, Tex. H. Kemble, Local Chairman Teague and Lines North, Teague. Tex.; G. W. Thorpe, Local Chairman, Nor- mangee, Tex. No. 145 — Division covers the Ft. W. ft D. C. Ry. System. L. S. Mentzer, Gen’l Chairman, F. W. ft D. C. & W. V. Lines, Childress, Tex.; S. L. Greenwood, Local Chairman, 1st and 2d Divi- sions, F. W. ft D. C. Lines, Bowie, Tex.; G. H. Wheeler, Local Chairman, 3d and 4th Divisions, F. W. ft D. C. Lines, Channing, Tex.; A. H. Plentl, Local Chairman, W. V. Lines, Goree, Tex.; C. E. Weaver, Acting G. S. ft T., Box 405. Quanah, Tex. No. 146 — Division covert the Atlanta, Birmingham Atlantic Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Owen D. Gorman, Gen’l Chairman, Mauk, Ga. C. A. Pye, Gen’l S. ft T., Manchester, Ga. No. 147 — Division covers the Norfolk ft Southern Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Miss S. D. Taylor, Gen’l S. ft T., Sims, N. C. No. 148 — Division covers Grand Trunk Western Ry. System. L. M. Eddy, Gen’l Chairman, Marcellus, Mich.; J. W. Case, Gen’l S. ft T., Otterburn, Mich. No. 15 1 — Division covers the Delaware ft Hudson Ry. System. Meets subject to call of Chairman. G. A. Johnson, Gen’l Chairman, Eagle Bridge, N. Y.; O. C. Benjamin, Gen'l S. ft T., Dresden Station, N. Y.; G. E. Danks, Avoca, Pa., Local Chairman Pennsylvania Division; V. S. Wanda, Hawes Cave, N. Y., and E. P. Lawrence, 7 High Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1135 st., Oneonta, N. Y., Local Chairmen Susque- hanna Division; C. C Corey, Smith*s Basin, N. Y., and G. A. Johnson, Easle Bridge, N. Y., Local Chairmen Saratoga Division; D. E. Sleight, Dresden Station, N. Y., and O. C. Benjamin, Dresden Station, N. Y., Local Chairmen Cham- plain Division. No. 15a, NASHUA, N. H. — Meets every 3d Sun- day of the month at 10:30 a. m., in Elk's Hall, Beasom Block, cor. Main and Factory sts., Nashua, N. H.; H. E. Heath, Chief Tel., Pone- mah, N. H.; J. Wilfrid Vaillancourt, S. & T., in Allds st., Nashua, N. H. No. 153 — Division covers the Western Pacific Ry. L. W. Quick, Acting Gen'l S. 8c T., St Louis, Mo. No. 254 — Division covers Virginian Ry. H. W. Hix, Gen'l Chairman, Box 19, Salem, Va.; Geo. Giles, Assistant Gen'l Chairman, Victoria, Va.; J. E. Goodwin, Gen'l S. & T., Eggleston, Va. No. 155. HAMILTON, ONT.— Meets ad Sunday of each month at 3:30 p. m. in Sons of England Hall, cor. Main and John South, Hamilton Ont. W. R. Kelly. Chief Tel., 91 Mulberr, st, Hamilton. Ont.; E. D. Armstrong, S. 8c T., Box 98, Smithville,, Ont. No. 156, BOSTON, MASS. — Meets in Rathbone Hall, 694 Washington st, Boston, Mass. Day- light meeting ist Tuesday of each month at . 10 a. m. Night meetings 3d Saturday of each month at 7 p. m. Chas. N. Griffin, Chief Tel., 3136 Washington st., Jamaica Plain, Bos- ton, Mass.; James Melville, S. 8c T., 2 Kear- sarge ave., Roxbury, Boston, Mass. TWIN CITY TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB— Regular meeting ad Wednesday night of each month, Columbia Hall, Prior and University aves. Take interurban car from either city. Union telegraphers welcomed on presentation of union card, either O. R. T. or C. T. U. of A. Special meeting subject to call of President. G. W. Lewis, Pres., 2921 Chicago ave., Minneapolis, Minn.; S. H. Lester, S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CREAM CITY TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB— Meets the ist Wednesday after 3d Tuesday evening of each month at Fraternal Order of Eagles' Club Rooms, 137-139 Second st., Milwaukee, Wis. C. E. Flaherty, Pres., 882 Mineral st., Milwaukee, Wis.; B. A. Gothompson, S. & T., 74054 Thirty-eighth st., Milwaukee, Wis. TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF N. Y.— Meets subject to call of the President at "The Plaxa," 141st st. and Edgecomb ave., New York City. M. G. Wooley, Pres., 155th st. and 8th ave.. New York City; E. Neuraueller, S. & T-, 126 Union st., High Bridge, New York City. RAILROAD TELEGRAPHERS’ SOCIAL CLUB OF RICHMOND, VA.— Meets at Picket Camp Hall, 307 N. 7th st., 2d Saturday night of each month. All O. R. T. men are cordially invited There will be short talks on various subjects of interest to telegraphers at each meeting. PRETZEL CITY TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB OF FREEPORT, ILL. — Meets 3d Friday night of each month at I. O. O. F. Hall, 107 Stephenson st., Freeport, 111. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited. The club is organized more particularly in the interests of the telegraphers of the C. M. & St. P., C. & G. W., and I. C. Railways, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. P. H. Murphy, Pres., 145 Dela- ware st., Freeport, 111.; H. E. Kiester, S. & T., 60 Second st., Freeport, 111. DIXIE TWIN ORDER TELEGRAPHERS' CLUB OF ATLANTA, GA. — Meets 2d Saturday each month at 7:30 p. m.. Federation Hall. All up- to-date, O. R. T. and C. T. U. of A. brothers cordially invited to attend. C. H. Livsey, Pres., East Point, Ga.; Mrs. E. B. Smith, Box 716, Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Dita May West, S. & T., 319 E. Georgia ave., Atlanta, Ga. CORT CLUB (Chicago O. R. T. Club)— Meets ist 'Saturday of each month in Room 912, Masonic Temple. All O. R. T. members are cor- dially invited to attend. Matters of interest to all are discussed. C. L. Craig, Pres., 817 W. 64th st, Chicago, 111.; J. J. Rose, S. & T., 2153 Ridge ave., Evanston, 111. D. O. R. T. CLUB (Denver O. R. T. Club)— Meets 8 p. m. 3d Thursday of each month at the Albany Hotel. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organ- ized more particularly in the interest of teleg- raphers employed by roads entering Denver, all of whom should make a special effort to attend. C. L. Cheney, President 935 17th st, Denver, Colo.; D. O. Shoults, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 39, Union Depot, Denver, Colo. THE KANSAS CITY RAILROAD TELEG- RAPHERS' CLUB— Meets 8 p. m., the 4th Wed- nesday of each month at Savoy Hotel, 9th and Central, Kansas City, Mo. John Hjalmer, Presi- dent, 701 West Sixteenth st., Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin J. Jones, Secretary-Treasurer, 1118 New- ton ave., Kansas City, Mo. THE O. R. T. CLUB (Omaha Railroad Teleg- raphers’ Club) — Meets 8 p. m. Monday follow- ing the 3d Tuesday of each month, in Assembly Room, Paxton Hotel, Omaha, Neb. Joseph Ackerman, President, 3023 S. 21st st., Omaha, Neb.; Jas. Freeder, Secretary-Treasurer, 2617 Cass st., Omaha, Neb. All O. R. T. mem- bers are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized more particularly in the interest of telegraphers employed on all roads entering Omaha, who should make special effort to attend our meetings. THE QUEEN CITY TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB — V. B. Turner, President, Ewing, Ind.; E. H. Boutwell, Secretary-Treasurer, Walton, Ky. igitized by Google

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1136 The Railroad Telegrapher. DES MOINES O. R. T. CLUB— Meets in Assem- bly Room, Kirkwood Hotel, Des Moines, Iowa, subject of call of President. Next meetings 3 p. m. and 7:30 p. m., Sunday, July 20th. Other meetings will be announced in The Telbgxaphkx each month. M. R. Davis, President, care of C. R. I. & P. Ry., Des Moines, Iowa; S. S. Price, Secretary-Treasurer, 1429 West 12th at., Des Moines, Iowa; B. N. Bongers, Club Corre- spondent, 1526 West 5th st., Des Moines, Iowa. CEDAR RAPIDS O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. the 3d Friday of each month at Room 12, 2d floor, Dows Block, 2d ave. and 2d st., Cedar Rapids, Iowa. E. M. Harrington, President, Nevada, Iowa; J. L. Halpin, Secretary-Treas- urer, 512 South 14th st., Cedar Rapids, Iowa. ST. JOSEPH O. R. T. CLUB— Meets the 3d Saturday evening of each month at Robidoux Hotel, St. Joseph, Mo.; L. B. Ockerman, Presi- dent, 423 N. 19th st., St. Joseph, Mo.; D. W. Smith, Secretary-Treasurer, 609 Hamburg avc., St. Joseph, Mo. LITTLE ROCK O. R. T. CLUB— Meets on sec- ond Thursday after the third Tuesday of each month at 8 o’clock p. m., at 514 Gaines st., Little Rock, Ark. C. C. Jacklin, President, Room 224, Union Station, Little Rock, Ark.; H. W. Gibbs, Secretary-Treasurer, Room 23, Y. M. C. A., Little Rock, Ark. OTTUMWA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 1st Saturday after 3d Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p. m. at Ballingall Hotel, Ottumwa, Iowa. Employes in our department, especially those connected with the C. M. & St. P., Wabash, Rock Island and C. B. & Q. Railways are urged to attend these meetings. W. C. Critchfield, President, 938 West Second st., Ottumwa, Iowa; C. F. Ream, S. & T., Graham Flats, corner Second and Jefferson sts., Ottumwa, Iowa. THE TOPEKA O. R. T. CLUB— Meets 8 p. m. second Sunday of each month at the Throop Hotel, Fourth and Kansas ave., Topeka, Kan. All O. R. T. members are cordially invited to attend. This club is organized in the interest of telegraphers employed on the Rock Island, Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific Lines enter* ing Topeka. All telegraphers should make a special effort to attend. Matters pertaining to the interest of all are discussed. R. D. Stover, President, 305 Western ave., Topeka, Kan.; R. A. Powell, Secretary-Treasurer, 812 West Third st., Topeka, Kan. THE PAHOMA TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB— Meets Saturday evening following the 21st of each month at Southern Hotel, El Reno, Okla. Special meetings subject to call of President. C. H. Meador, President, Minco, Okla.; J. J. Nichols, Vice-President, Greenfield, Okla.; H. T. Snodgrass, Secretary -Treasurer, 1008 W. Lon- don st., El Reno, Okla. CHEMUNG TELEGRAPHERS’ CLUB OF EL- MIRA, N. Y. — Meets subject to call of Presi- dent. M. G. Beach, President, R. D. No. 2, Elmira, N. Y.j W. U. Phillips, Secretary-Treas- urer, Horae Heads, N. Y.; B. H. You mans, First Vice-President, Gillett, Pa.; G. C. Lacey, Sec- ond Vice-President, n6$£ Hospital pL, Sayre, Pa.; C. H. Nagle, Third Vice-President, Elmira. N. Y. General Committee Directory on Railroads Covered by Local Divisions Boston & Albany Railway — Thos M. Conlin, Gen’l Chairman, 10 Prospect Terrace, Springfield, Mass.; L. G. Mambert, Gen'l S. & T., Box 105, Woronoco, Mass. Boston Terminal Co. — E. L. Gilley, Gen’l Chair- man, Holbrook, Mass. Boston & Maine Railroad — J. B. Bode, Gen'l Chairman, Chelsea Station, care of B. & M. Ry., Boston, Mass.; H. L. Jones, Secretary General Committee, R. F. D. No. 37, Fremont, N. H. Chicago, Indianapolis & Louisville Railway — J. H. Carney, Gen’l Chairman, Monon, Ind. Intercolonial Railway — S. C. Charters, Gen’l Chair- man, Point du Chene, N. B.; R. A. McMillan, Secretary Gen’l Committee, Charlo Station, N. B. Long Island Railroad — A. A. Leonard. Gen’l Chairman, 71 Puntine st, Jamaica, N. Y.; E. Frank Webb, Secretary General Committee, 81 Flushing ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mobile & Ohio Railroad — R. Pearson, Gen’l Chair- man, Northport, Ala. New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad — Leonard J. Ross, Gen’l Chairman, 5 Newton Park, Framingham, Mass.; M. W. Handy, Sec- retary General Committee, Box 885, New Haven, Conn. Wabash Railroad — V. A. Wood, Gen’l Chairman, Milan, Mich.; J. R. Hefner, Secretary General Committee, Monticello, III. Digitized by Google

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The Railroad Telegrapher. 1137 Ladies’ Auxiliary Directory OFFICERS. MRS. E. L. MATHIS President Greenfield, TeniL MRS. FLORENCE P. PIERCE. Grand Sec.-Treas. 2021 Long wood St., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. MRS. G. W. HILLEY First Vice-President Amherst ave., Jamaica, L. I.-N. Y. MRS. J. H. WILLIAMS... Second Vice-President Wilson. N. C. MRS. W. C, WATSON Third Vice-President Osmer, B. C., Canada. MRS. T. M. BOYD Fourth Vice-President Oakland, Ore. MRS. O. A. MARSH Fifth Vice-President Roxabel, Ohio. MRS. L. MEADOR .(Sixth Vice-President Minco, Okla. MRS. B. E. NASON Seventh Vice-President Athol, Idaho. MRS. H. C. GILMER Eighth Vice-President Fruitdale, Ala. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Miss Dita May West, Chairman, 319 E. Georgia Mrs. Geo. E. Nightingale, Newfield, N. J. Ave., Atlanta, Ga. . Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Wilmington, Cal. Miss Erma P. Schneider, Secretary, Dousman, Wis. Mrs. E. H. Boutwell, Walton, Ky. All correspondence for The Telegraphs* should be addressed to L. W. Quick, Editor, St. Louis, Mo., so that it will reach him not later than the 5th of the month. Local. No. 2, O. R. T. Division 76 — Covers the Chicago & Northwestern Railway System. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. C. Paulsen, Gen’l Chairman, Centerville,. S. D.; Miss Erma Schneider, G. S. & T., Dousman, Wis. Local No. 3, O. R. T. Division 132 — Covers the Atlantic Coast Line. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. B. F. Wheeler, Gen’l Chairman, Oviedo, Fla. Mrs. J. H. Williams, Gen’l S. & T., Wilson, N. C * Local No. s, O. R. T. Division 8 — Covers New York Central Ry. System. Meets upon call. Mrs. Nora M. Joyce, Gen’l Chairman, Chitten- ango Station, N. Y.; Mrs. E. D. Warner, Gen’l S. & T., Kirks vi He, N. Y. Local No. 6, O. R. T. Division 113 — Covers the Ulster & Delaware System. Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Harry Halstead, Gen’l Chairman, R. F. D. No. 3, Oneonta, N. Y.; Mrs. Sinclair Snyder, Gen’l S. & T., South Kortright, N. Y. Local No. 7, O. R. T. Division 14 Covers the Norfolk & Western Railway. Meets upon call. Mrs. N. A. Schwinger, Gen’l Chairman, 21 Tenth ave., S. W., Roanoke, Va.; Mrs. P. C. Win- borne, Gen’l S. & T., Graham, Va. Local No. 8, O. R. T. Division 31 — Covers the Missouri Pacific System. Meetings subject to 'call. Mrs. C. E. Maxwell, Gen’l Chairman, 4159a Russell ave., St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Maude Lawrence, Gen’l S. & T., Utica, Kan. Local No. 9, O. R. T. Division 59 — Covers the Southern Railway System. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. C. L. Watson, Gen’l Chairman, Veechdale, Ky.; Mrs. Callie B. Dellinger, Gen’l S. & T., Plainville, Ga. I-ocal No. 10, O. R. T. Division 33 — Covers Balti- more & Ohio Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. Mary A. Bell, Gen’l Chairman, New Concord, Ohio; Mrs. Florence P. Pierce, Gen’l S. & T., aoai Longwood at., Walbrook, Baltimore, Md. Local No. 12, O. R. T. Division 46 — Covers the Central of Georgia Railway System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. J. H. Ran- dall, Jr., Gen’l S. & T., Smithville, Ga. Local No. 13, O. R. T. Division 62 — Covers the Queen & Crescent Lines (North). Meets sub- ject to call. Mrs. A. B. Willison, Gen’l Chair- man, Box 85, Science Hill, Ky.; Mrs. J. W. Anderson, Gen’l S. & T., Oakdale, Tenn. Local No. 14, O. K. T. Division 93 — Covers the Illinois Central Railway System. Meets subject to call. Mrs. E. L. Mathis, Acting Gen’l Chair- man and Gen’l S. & T., Greenfield, Tenn. Local No. ts, O. R. T. Division 23 — Covers the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul and the Puget Sound Railway Systems. Meetings subject to call. Mrs. S. Olive Lester, Gen’l S. & T., Flat 7, 912 South Sixth ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Digitized by

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1138 The Railroad Telegrapher. Local No. 16, O. R. T. Division 44 — Meets ad Saturday of each month at 8 p. m., in Hall No. a, Fraternity Hall, 222 4 Harriman ave., Jamaica, N. Y. Mrs. G. W. Hilley, 6 Grant ave.. Rich- mond Hill, N. Y., Chairman; Mrs. J. E. Shields, Gen’l S. & T., 1034 Bergen st., Brooklyn, N. Y. Local No. 1 7, O. R. T. Division 7 — Covers the Canadian Pacific Railway System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Chairman. Mrs. W. H. Allison, Gen'l Chairman, 68 Melbourne ave., Toronto, Ont.; Mrs. S. S. Campbell, Gen'l S. & T., Verona, Ont. Local No. 18, O. R. T. Division 53 — Covers the Southern Pacific System, G. H. & S. A. Ry. Meetings subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Edmund Mulvihill, Gen'l Chairman, Wil- mington, Cal.; Mrs. J. E. Blackford, Gen’l S. & T., Orland, Cal. Local No. 19, O. R. T. Division 130 — Covers the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. Meetings subject to call of Mrs. J. E. Kerr, Gen’l S. & T., Orleans, Neb. Local No. 20, O. R. T. Division 5 — Covers the Kansas City Southern Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of Chairman. Mrs. N. C. Vickers, Gen’l Chairman, DeQuincey, La.; Mrs. L. L. Wood, Gen’l S. & T., Goodman, Mo. Local No. ai, O. R. T. Division 17 — Covers the Pennsylvania R. R. (Lines east of Pittsburg and Erie.) Meetings subject to call of Gen’l Chairman. Mrs. Elinor A. Maurer, Gen’l Chair- man, Elwood, N. J.; Mrs. Helena D. Hitchner, Gen'l S. & T., Pitman, N. J. Local No. 22, O. R. T. Division 126 — Covers the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific System. Meetings subject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. J. A. Tracy, Gen'l Chairman, Calhan, Colo.; Mrs. C. H. Meador, Gen'l S. & T.. Minco, Qkla. Local No. 23, O. R. T. Division 81 — Covers the Colorado Midland Ry. System. Meetings sub- ject to call of Gen'l Chairman. Mrs. Alice Loveland, Gen’l Chairman, Granite, Colo.; Mrs. Emma L. Rose, Gen’l S. & T., Ivanhoe, Colo. Local No. 24, O. R. T. Division 54 — Covers the Northern Pacific Ry. System. Meetings subject to call of the Gen'l Chairman, Mrs. B. E. Nason, Athol, Idaho; Mrs. Daisy Sherwood, Gen'l S. & T., Centralia, Wash. Local No. 25, O. R. T. Division 39 — Covers the Pere ‘Marquette System. Meetings held time and place of the O. R. T. brothers. Mrs. Minnie M. Morford, President & Gen'l Chair- man, Grand Haven, Mich.; Mrs. Ellen Jacob, Gen'l S. & T., 977 Cherry st., Grand Rapids. Mich.; Mrs. Morris, First Vice-Pres’t; Mrs. F. N. Stewart, Second Vice-Pres't; Mrs. Bessie Harris, Third Vice-Pres't; Mrs. Sylvia Johnson. Fourth Vice-Pres’t; Mrs. Watson, Chaperone, and Mrs. L. A. Warren, Local Sec'y. Digitized by v^ooQle

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 217 If You Boys Only Knew How easy it is to own a Buda; what pleasure and profit you would get from a Buda; how simple a Buda is and how little it costs to run it — those of you who are not already owners would lose no time in getting one. Hundreds of readers of The Railroad Telegrapher have bought Buda Motor Velocipedes in the four and one-half years that we have been advertising them in this magazine, and that means hundreds of satisfied Buda owners. The Buda is so well and thoroughly constructed that the cost of up-keep, barring accident, is practically nothing. The engine is the very highest grade in every respect. The materials used in its construction are selected with the greatest care, and no engine leaves our factory before being given a thorough and actual running test. When it reaches you, you may be. sure that it is free from defects and in perfect working order. It is an ideal combination of strength and lightness, which is a point you must consider when selecting a portable motor velocipede. Readers of The Telegrapher may buy Buda Motor Veloci- pedes on monthly payments that place them easily within the reach of all of you. Get your car now and pay for it while you are driving it and enjoying it. Fill out the coupon and mail it today, as it will soon be summer, and you will then wish that you had placed your order and were enjoying your Buda — The Get-there and No-trouble Car. THE BUDA COMPANY, Chicago, 111. Gentlemen: Without obligation to me, please i end me your literature, and full particulars regarding your special easy payment plan as advertised in the June issue of The Railroad Telegrapher. Name. Address., Digitized by CjOOQle

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admit that a thorough course of training in the right school will give one a general knowledge of freight rates and traffic subjects, whereas in r> llroad service each man has certain limited duties to perfo m each day. AND IF THOSE DUTIES BE PERFORMED WELL (with a significant wink) ONE MAY HA VE A LIFETIME JOB AT THE SAME DESK." Ah! There's the situation for you. At an unru&rded moment this big railroad man let the eat out of the hag. be- cause you, and everyone else who knows anything clout the monthly wage earner, know that the big railroads have thou- sands of men who are entirely satisfactory at one particular desk, doing one particular thing , and that these thousands of men remain at the same desks all their lives. WHY? This is easily answered: Bectm— they arm only prepared to do one kind of work; be- cause thmy arm not familiar with thm work jamt a mtmp or so abovm them; because they havm remained con- tented with their store of knowledge and have not tried to find out anything about the work the men above them are doing . Through our course in Interstate Commerce we teach Sou how to find out about the work the man higher up is oing. We teach you all about the new freight laws that have caused so many changee In the old say of figuring rate combinations. If you do not wish to follow railroad work, the big steel 81antH, the big coal companies, the big lumber companies, and tie hundreds of other big industrial corporations offer big opportunities to men who can save them money in the ohio- ment of their respective commodities. A Traffic Manager s salary is not an expense to a firm, but to the contrary it I» a Erofitable investment, because he may save the firm ten times is salary each year. This kind of position enables a good man to command his own s&larv. Any one with ordinary edu- cation and ability may successfully complete the course. Not even a high school education is essential. The picture on the left is that of the average $20 a week railroad clerk — the one on the right is that of a Traffic Managerv who makes $5,000 a year and upward. A FEW weeks ago one of our depart - * ment managers was traveling on the same train with a gentleman connected with the North Western Railway Company. In casual con- versation in the smoking car these two men gradually drifted into the subject of Interstate Commerce Commission rulings and the new freight rate laws. They finally reached the subject of competency of men in the railroad service to handle the new freight rate situation. The big railroad man did not know who our department manager was, but our man knew him, for he had seen his railroad pass while the conductor was recording it. Our man asked him point blank what he thought of the Interstate Commerce Course being ± offered by the LaSalle Extension University, having previously explained to him the nature of the course. His reply was that "such a course, if properly constructed and carefully administered, should en- able any one to accomplish more in a few months I .Call* Oc than could be accomplished in a lifetime at a Laoaue V4 jn a railroad office.” When he was asked Extension ^ to explain his reason for his opinion he said: University 4k, "Well. of course, I am an old railroad . Y . man and I learned what I know from ao- Chic&go, Illinois ^tual experience, but I am fair enough to Dept. 173 \ Please send Free “Ten ^ Years' Promotion in One" and also your book telling how I may prepare myself as a Traffic Manager. Positions as Traffic Managers pay from $35.00 to $100.00 a week * We can prepare you right in your own home for one of these big jobs. The attached coupon will bring all particulars and a free copy of our book. "Ten Years* N Promotion in One.” This book is worth a dollar of any man's money, but it is free V* to you while present edition lasts. Name LaSalle Extension University, Dept 173, Chicago, 111. e have courses which prepare you for the following: LAWYER, BUSINESS MANAGER, PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT (C. P. A.), TRAFFIC MANAGER. BOOKKEEPER. CORRESPONDENT.^ , ^Vi CUpation

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 210 Try Shorthand on Me! These are not very dignified words for the General Manager of a high-grade educational institution to use. but they express Just what I want to say. "Try Shorthand on me.” I knew k young fellow who would like to have im- proved his conditions in the world and had thought shorthand a possible vocation, but this young man was under the impression that shorthand was a diffi- cult thing to learn and he doubted his ability to master It. He did not feel like paying out any of his hard-earnod money to experiment, and so kept along in the rut until I learned of his case. Just to prove to him that he could learn shorthand. I sent him a couple of lessons at my expense. I charged nothing for them, and did not ask him to obligate himself in any way. Within 15 minutes from the time he received the lessons, he understood the simplicity of shorthand, the principles of shorthand, and could actually write some words in shorthand and could read them readily. His doubts immediately disappeared and he eventu- ally became an expert writer, filling a far better position than he had ever held before. Bo I thought that there must be hundreds of other young fellows who were in the same condition — young men who had It in them to make a big success in the world if they were Just started, and this is the reason for the remarkable offer that I am now making to readers of this magaalne. If you will write your name and address plainly on the attached coupon and mall it to me. I will send you absolutely without charge -even the postage paid — two lessous in short han 1. enough to enable you to actually write in shorthand and to give you an under- standing of the principles. Please understand that this Is not a scheme to send you lessons on trial. There is absolutely no charge for these lessons, they are given to you. After you have received the lessons and learned how easy shorthand is and learned of the possibilities of shorthand as a stepping stone to a business career, and desire to enrol! in my College. I shall be very glad to have you do so. but you are under no obligations nor will you be put to any expense by accepting these two lessons. These lessons are strictly on me — they are my treat. If you complete my course In shorthand. I’ll get you a Job. Railroad Watch A perfect time-keeper, it has amazed the railroad world by its astounding accuracy in test after test. Yet its refinement and beauty are equally pronounced, and It is the only railroad watch backed by a five-year guarantee. No other watch is so carefully made. It spends six months in the factory. Is in- spected 411separate, individual times. Isrun 700 hours under test, in order to develop precision in movement. No wonder it is proof Against both, ice and furnace-test! No wonder it keeps unerring time through all conditions) See this great watch at your jewelers. Write today for book. A Book for Railroad Men “How Good Watches Are Made" is its title. It's just what the title Implies and every railroad man should have and read it. Gladly sent free upon request to THE SOUTH BEND WATCH COMPANY 6 River Street SOUTH BEND. IND. I FREE SHORTHAND COUPON IW. V. FLOWERS, General Manaoer. Revile College, 213 Shops Bldg., 17 No, Wabash Ave., Chicago, III. J Send me one Free Lesson, which I will try. return- I I Ing it to you for correction, when you may send me the | I second Free Lesson. It Is distinctly understood that ■ I do not obligate myself to anything by accepting I your free offer. ■ | Nam* j | Town | | Stat» | [tized’byvJ H IvlL Inspection You want a watch that will pass inspection — not once in a while, but every time. But you want something more. You want a watch that, in addition to keeping perfect time, is one that you can carry in comfort and with pride. A dual standard in Railroad Watches has been established in South Bemo

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When addressing o mi advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. TYI PE' *fR]J E RSENS A L. TION! $3.00 A MONTH BUYS THIS L. C. SMITH PERFECT MACHINES ONLY. NOT DAMAGED OR SHOPWORN. Complete Outfit, Toole, Rubber Cover, Ribbon, Carbon Paper, Full Instruction for eorreet operating. NOTHING EXTRA TO BUY. FIVE DAYS TRIAL. $9.30 AFTER YOU OWE TRIED IT OUT. THEH OHLY$3.00 1 MONTI. NO INTEREST. NO PUBLICITY OF ANY KIND. ONLY $48.30 IN ALL. ALL THE WRITING ALWAYS IN SIGHT. Back Spacer, Tabulator, Marginal Release Key, Marginal Stops, Automatic Line Spacer Platen Release, Paper Release, Automatic Ribbon Reverse, Adjustable Paper Guide, Two-Color Ribbon and Stencil Cutter. Single Shift Keyboard of Standard Universal Arrangement writing 76 characters — writing 84 characters, $2.00 extra. Every machine has ball-bearing Type Bara, Ball- bearing Shift and Ball-bearing Carriage. Tabulator, Speed Action. ' f Every practical improvement that you could buy in any of the latest Standard Typewriters. You can not imagine the absolute perfection of these beautiful typewriters until you see and try one; the up-to-date equipment built in this mill places this offer far in advance of any compe- tition. Never before in the typewriter business has a machine so up-to-date and of such perfect quality been offered at anywhere near this price. The usual standard guarantee of the manufac- turers goes with each machine. In all my year§ of experience selling typewriters, this is b hamcal and wri HHilKMIlItHKiil t [QiI^lAiiiUliT'a/n 1 > [.1 JlQiIAvlWIliuTiTljifJtliliiTL'U is unsurpassed in quality at any price. I have only a limited supply; be sure and get yours. Don* t delay. Act today. w ~ HARRY A. SMITH, 180 No. Dearborn St., Chicago, 111.: Ship to me by the Express Company, F. 0. £. Chicago, the L. C Smith Typewriter described above on five days' FREE TRIAL. I agree to send you $9.30 within five days after I 'receive the typewriter and then $3.00 per month thereafter until I have paid $48.30, then the typewriter becomes my nronertr Until I have paid you $48.30 the title remains |n you. Otherwise I agree to notify you during the Free Trial Fferiodthat I don’t want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you give the standard guarantee for one var the typewriter and then 83.00 per month thereafter until 1 have paid $48.30, tl Until 1 have paid you $48.30 the title remains In you. Otherwise I agree to not! I don’t want it and hold for shipping instructions. It is understood that you j Name Post Office Address State Skipping Address. NAME REFERENCES: Give the names of two or three business or profes- sional men or a bank. June R. R. T.

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222 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. The Martin Vibroplex is being used throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico and the Philippine Islands by telegraphers engaged in every class of business. (Press, Bonus, Broker, Dispatchers, Commercial and Railroad Telegraphers.) Thousands have testified that the Martin has increased their earning power from 10 to 50 p. c., while on the other hand decreased their labor 50 p. c. Many holding heavy sending positions, state that they could not get along without it and would not sell it at any price, could they not procure another. Would you take $12.00 for your grip? You can insure it for all time to come for $12.00 by purchasing the Martin Vibroplex. As an old-timer stated — “I’ve used them all, the Martin is the best and cheapest in the long run.’* dGbA Beware of imitations, none genuine without the Martin nameplate. You will eventually buy the Martin Vibroplex, why not now? are wor^m^ a^a'— own Price, $12.00 Japanned Base MidcelJUted $14.0( Genuine Old-Style Single Lever Horace G. Martin Vibroplex. Nickel Plated Phillips Code Martin Night Letter Counter Agate Pointed Styluses Hudson Word Counters, 253 Broadway, New York J. E. ALBRIGHT, Sole Selling Agent for Martin VIBROPLEX.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 223 Send This Coupon Nob) ^ IF YOU THINK That your typewriting ability cuts but little figure in determin- ing your salary , get this free book and learn how hundreds of your fellow-Telegraphers have won BIG INCREASES by acquiring speed and accuracy on the machine. If You Want More Speed— More Salary Study the Tulloss Touch System. New method, . entirely different from all others, quickly brings the expert’s speed and accuracy— the expert’s salary. Spe- cial Finger Training Exercises bring results m days that ordinary methods will not produce in months. Spare-time study. No interference with regular work. For beginners or experienced operators. Why be satisfied with a medium ability, and a medium salary, when by only a few weeks’ spare-time study you can change from “sight” to “touch,” from aver- age ability to expert, — make your work demand the high-grade salary? Send for our new 64=Page Free Book It fully describes this fast and accurate salary-raising method. Gives complete outline of lessons. Filled with new ideas and valuable suggestions. Tells how high speed is gained — how to avoid errors — what practice work is best. It will tell you more about actual practical touch typewriting than most instruction books. One reader writes: “I got more real help from your FREE Book than from an entire business college course.” Any typewri ter user may have a copy \ absolutdyfree. Send for your copy \ today. There is no expense, no obli- ^ -A gat ion. You cannot afford to be without the information this book contains. Send now. AND THE SALARY IS * i SURE c Are You Equipped for the Big* Salaried Place To be capable of holding down the high- grade position you must be speedy and accurate In typewriting. You can send without the typewriter — but you can not receive in the modern, efficient, salary-de- manding way unless you are skilled on the machine. You must be so skilled that you write by “second nature,” — entirely obliv- ious of the typewriter itself — your undi- vided attention on the ticking of the key. That is Touch Typewriting, the mastery of which we want you to attain. The Tufloas Touch Writer operates his typewriter automatically — without thinking for an instant of the operation. He has only to think the words as they sound into his ears from the key, and the fingers will of them- selves find their way to the proper type- writer keys. He never need look at nls hands, or the keyboard. Should the lights go out while he is writing, he can go right on writing with absolute accuracy at the very highest rate of speed, for he can write Just as well in the dark, os in broad daylight. Precisely such an ability as that — seemingly hard to attain, and by ordinary methods so difficult as to be almost impossible — You can attain— WE UNRESERVEDLY GUARANTEE IT. A few weeks’ spare time study will increase your speed up to 75 to 90 words a minute — will bring your accuracy up to the per- fection point — will make you MASTER of REAL touch typewriting. Don’t be a slave to your machine. Master it, make it your servant — and it will aid you mightily toward the better salary and bigger career you are ambitious for. If you are willing to be shown how you can, in this easy way, positively and quickly increase your ability and income, Just fill out and mail this coupon. The book which glws full information about this salary raising method will be sent you by return mail, free of charge. THE TULLOSS SCHOOL OFTOUCH TYPEWRITING 246 College Hill. Springfield. 0. . School of r Touch Typewriting. ^ 246 College Hill, Springfield. Ohio. Plexeeiend me free of *11 charge, your book on Expert Typewriting.

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224 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. DAYS’ FREE TRIAL! DOLLARS A MONTH! That’s all there is to the proposition we make you on a splendid, genuine Underwood Typewriter Don’t send a cent, just write us if you want to take advantage of our five days’ free trial offer. No deposit is required. All we want is your permission to send you one of these machines on approval. The “mill” must then sell itself. The decision rests entirely with you. You have never seen such typewriter value as we are offering in these Underwood machines. If we were to tell you how good they are you would say we were exaggerating. So we want you to see and use one right in your own office. That's the reason we are making, and can make, this five days' free trial offer. If you like it send us only five dollars a month. But you pay not one cent till you have seen and used the machine for five days! Every machine is complete with cover, tools, instruction book, etc. Remember, these machines are guaranteed to be absolutely perfect. They are guaranteed for one year, which is as long as any guarantee. And they are shipped anywhere on approval, without deposit, subject to five days' free trial and examination in your own home or office. If you find the slightest thing to criticise, if you think you can get better value elsewhere for your money — return the machine at our expense. Surely no fairer offer could be made. And, bear in mind, this liberal proposition is made on the Underwood, the acknowledged leader of visible writers, of which over 10,000 are sold every month. And if you are renting a typewriter you can, by paying us a little more each month, own one of these high-grade, standard visible writers in a short time. Just think of it! A few cents a day for ten months and one of these typewriters is yours!

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 226 to Earn alfear usiness NO CAPITAL NECESSARY If you are ambitious to better your condition— If you want to establish yourself in a splendid paying business requiring no capital— send me your name and address and I will mall you-^r«#-a valuable 62-paje prospectus explaining our system of money-making, without Interfering with your present occupation. We have perfected a thoroughly practical scien- tific method of teaching by mall the Real Estate, Brokerage and Insurance Business Under oar plan, we teach these big money-making branches. When you are thoroughly qualified to make a success of the business, we appoint you Special Representative This gives you a chance to identify yourself with the oldest and largest Co-operative Real Kstato and Brokerage Company In America* By our system you can— if you will— be making money in a few weeks without conflicting lu any way with your regular work. Our Co-oper- ative Department will give you more choloe, salable property to handle than any other concern in the world. Bo the sooner you Investigate our plan, the sooner you will get your name on yonr own real estate signs and be ready for business. Valuable Commercial Law Course Free To each of onr Representatives we also give a thorough coarse In com- mercial law without cost. The Instruction Is ludlspenslble to any man who wants to ibake his way In the business world. We teach you, free, everything you need to know to successfully meet legal problems that may arise In any business trans- action. And we also furnish you free legal advice whenever you require it. Send For This Book Now Onr Big fi2-Page Frde Prospectus will prove of great Interest and real value to anyone, but It la of vital importance to office employes, sales- men, agents, clerks, solicitors and others who are ambitious to enter the realms of better things in business. This book Is an inspiration to the indifferent, a spur to the laggard, and a stimulus to the ambitious. It deals with the great problems of business, and points the only suro way to the complete mastery of Real Estate, Brokerage and Insurance, three of the most profitable branches of modern business, which have made many millionaires and brought great prosperity to tens of thousands of active, energetic men all over the land. MAIL THE COUPON TODAY DotTt procrastinate. Act! Anything that is worth doing is worth doing promptly. Resolve to send for thin big free prospectus, and send for It right now, while the matter la before you. “I’ll do It tomorrow" has been the grave of countless good Intentions. "1*11 do it today" la the solid rock on which to build the only enduring auocess. Just clip the coupon, fill it out, sign and tend today. By return mall you will receive free the invaluable book, which to thousands of ambitious ] has proved the key that opens the door of great achievements In business. INTERNATIONAL REALTY CORPORATION, COUPON The International Realty Corporation, 1973, Manhattan Building, Chicago Please send me, by return mall, your blg62-page Free Prospectus and oblige.

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226 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 100 ROYAL. TYPEWRITERS were bought by the Great MAILCRAFT SERVICE Read TheWriting on the Wall Branches ant* ■Wff-u*. the W ' orld Over Great gating the Royal and have learned is causing Royali/.e their equipments after another. 150,000 Royals in the strenuous grind of “Rig Business” point to a new standard set by the Royal in typewriter ser\ ice and quality. Royal Typewriter Company Royal Typewriter Building 364 Broadway Nlw York

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railrosd Telegrapher. America’s Greatest Thin Model raifiTT| 21-JEWEL ELGIN THIN MODEL 16-SIZE OPEN FACE, LEVER SET, Complete In ShA/tnr 25-Year Plain V VII 19 Polished or 'KglrlH Hand-Engraved Case vr v ™ Read the Factory Descri 75 No. 1007 SPECIAL GUARANTEED 25 YEARS WRITE Today lor FREE CATALOG tion of this Fine Watch: Pendant winding. 21 Ruhr and Sapphire Jewels. Gold Jewel Settings, Doable-Roller escapement, steel escape wheel, exposed sapphire pallet stones, pallet arbor cone-pivoted and cap- jeweled, escape pinion cone-pivoted and cap-jeweled, compen- sating balance, Breguet hair-spring with micrometric regulator, adjusted to temperature; isochronism, five positions, safety- barrel with spring-box rigidly mounted on bridge, exposed wind- ing wheels, patent recoiling click and self -locking settimr device, dust ring, double sunk glass enamel dial, engraving inlaid with gold, plates beautifully demaskeened and finely finished. ^ — i Sra^NoMoncyDown,$5a Month A We have only a limited number of these fine $50.00 Watches and if you wish to carry the very best watch made, you carries with it an official tame rating card from HARRIS-GOAR CO. Dept. 906 Kansas City* Mo. /

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228 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. The Cause \ and ONE Result CPEND LESS MONEY for f ^ shirts — get greater comfort, r longer service, bigger value, by wearing Signal Coat Shirts. They outlast any shirt at the price — $1.00 — and no shirt at any price com- bines so many comfort improvements. Besides the easy-on, easy-off coat style which makes SIGNAL Shifts $1 Union Made Two Detachable Collar* so popular with railroad men, they have an extra button at bottom of breast plait to insure smooth fit; rip-proof, gap-proof sleeve- slit; regular dress cut shirts overlapping 3 inches at front; 2 de- tached or one attached collar as desired; buttonholes for white cuffs; double-needle machine-stitching; 2 pockets — one a Triple combination pencil, watch and handkerchief pocket. Shown in a wide variety of pleasing patterns in fast color, shrink- less percales; warranted for wear and union made. Write for folder showing big variety of other styles, and sample swatches. Hilker-Wiechers Mfg. Co. Manufacturers of SIGNAL Work Clothes 1246 Mound Ave. Racine, Wis. SENT AT OUR RISK. Ask your dealer. If he hasn’t them, tell us his name and your size and we will express a couple C. O. D. If not delighted with them on examination, return at Our expense*

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 229 STOLEN BY DEPOT THIEF FOX TYPEWRITER M0DEL23-33084 THIEF TAKES ONLY A NEW TYPEWRITER DOES NOT DISTURB OTHER ARTICLES IN PENNSY OFFICE Jimmies Open Front Door Sunday Night — Machine Does Not Belong to Company — Left on Trial A thief who apparently had but one thing in mind, entered the Pennsyl- vania freight depot office at Ashtabula, O., last night, and stole a new hundred- dollar Fox Typewriter without touching anything else in the room. The thief made his entry through the front door, which he jimmied open. There were a number of other typewriters in the room, as well as other things of value, but these were all passed up for the Fox machine, which had been left there for trial. Police nor Pennsylvania officials have no idea who the guilty party can be, although it is supposed that it is some one who knew about the machine being there, for it was evidently the thief’s purpose to get that and nothing else. Police are working on the case. Any reader of the Railroad Telegrapher who lias ever had the opportunity to use a Fox Typewriter, can readily understand why the Fox should be singled out, from all others, by this party who broke the eighth commandment. But why steal the typewriter? We will send one on free trial to anyone anywhere in the United States — yes, certainly, we pay the express — and after trial the typewriter, if pur- chased, can be paid for a little down — what- ever can be spared at the time — and the balance in small monthly installments. The Fox is a most desirable “Operator’s Mill,” for it has the lightest touch of any type- writer built, makes almost no noise, and is very durable. Don’t buy a second-hand or rebuilt type- writer of any kind, but let us tell you about some salesmen’s samples (new stock) that we are offering at very low prices. Send for catalog and full particulars today. TYPEWRITER AGENTS WANTED Get in Business for Yourself. » Samples at Wholesale WRITE FOR SPECIAL OFFER TO TELEGRAPH OPERATORS U** Coupon**- I FROM RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER POX TYPEWRITER COMPANY GRAND RAPIDS - MICHIGAN I by VJlOO^lC

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230 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Have you got the pounding habit? ✓ Do you tire yourself out— and wear the mill out— by the way you pound the keys? A sure cure for this habit is the type- writer which requires NO POUNDING— the LIGHT TOUCH MONARCH Monarch The light, elastic touch of the Mon- arch makes the machine last longer. It also makes the opera- tor last longer. Release from fa- tigue means a bet- ter day's work — and more of them — day after day — year after year. You will profit by the Monarch Light Touch. IVrite to us for easy payment terms . Monarch Department / n\. Remington Typewriter Company No Three O’clock Fatigue (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere

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Don’t envy the trained man because he gets a fat envelope on pay day. Make up your mind that you’re going to BE a trained man and get a fat pay envelope yourself. You CAN be a trained man. You CAN earn a large salary. No power on earth can hold you down but your own unwillingness to try. If you WANT a better job — if you NEED a bigger salary — the International Correspondence Schools can give you the necessary train- ^ ing to get it. ..... International Correspondence Schools 1 No matter where you live, how long hours Bo* 965, Scranton, Pa. vnn wnrlf u.'hpt'hpr von Arp nilirk to 1 pa m nr Please explain, without further obligation on my part, bow 1 >OU WOrK, W nemer you are qUICK lO icarn or can qualify lor the position, trade, or profetaion before which slow — if you can read and write and are willing i have marked x. to try — the I.C.S. will come to you in your own Locomotive Engineer Electrician home, at your own time, and give you the exact Ait-Br^fc Inspector Electrical Engineer training your circumstances demand. Air - Brake Repairman Mechanical Engineer > _ ® J , ,.e e General Foreman Plumbing fit Steam Fitt g You don t want to grind out your life for R. R. Shop Foreman Mining Engineer a dollar or two a day — you don't have to. For {J- Traveling Eng. Bridge Engineer over 21 years the I.C.S. have been training men £ g cSSiSSTeS. BaTe7 for better jobs and bigger pay — they can do the Gvil Engineer Bookkeeper same for YOU. Just mark and mail the attached coupon Automobile Running Advertising Man it won't obligate you in the least — and the I.C.S. will tell you how they can train you in Name the occupation of your choice for a good job Employed by R, with a fat pay envelope. Air- Brahe Inspector Air-Brake Repairman General Foreman R. R. Shop Foreman R. R. Traveling Eng. R. R. T ravel'g Fireman R. R. Construction Eng. CvH Engineer Surveyor Concrete Construction Automobile Running hJectnaan Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engine.. Plumbing 6c Steam Fitt'g Mining Engineer Bridge Engineer Assay er Banker Bookkeeper Stenographer U. S. Civil Service Advertising Man Name Employed by St. and No. Mark and Mail the Coupon TODAY

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282 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. When You Buy a Mill It will pay you to consider the following merits of the Model 10 Visible Premier It is the only typewriter Laving one key for every cLaracter. TLis makes it tLe easiest macLine to learn and one of tLe simplest to operate. It is tLe only typewriter on wLicL everything is visible, from eacL and every cLaracter on tLe keyboard to tLe writing on the paper. It Las a light touch, an easy action, reliability in service, and comparative noiselessness . It never interferes with the sounder. These qualities make the Smith Premier mill a special favorite with telegraphers. ^Vrite to us for our easy payment terms. Smith Premier Department Remington Typewriter Company (Inoornorated) 325-331 Broadway, New York Ideal Operator’s Car IT IS THE STR0H8EST. LI8HTEST RUNNING CAR KNOWS This single-seated car Is fitted with ball- bearings, rubber tires, and detachable luggage basket and tool bag completely equipped. It is built to suit any gauge. When made for standard (4x8% inches) gauge or wider, the front wheels may be folded back under the car, reducing it to a more compact form for handling or storing. These cars possess abundant strength and durability, and are widely used on rough mountain railroads and logging and mining roads, which abound in steep grades and sharp curves. They are gear- ed to suit grade con- ditions. The standard It may be fitted with onr detachable front seat, which weighs but fifteen pounds. This remarkable testimonial is from ▲. F. Grey* Agent. N. Y., N. H.AH.B. R., Charles River, Mass. "The car is a wonder. It hasn’t cost me one cent for repairs since I first had it, and sum- mer and winter I have made five miles per day, including Sun- days. In other words, I have ridden 5501 mile 8 without even having to tighten a nut. What surprised me most of all, was the fact that the car rode gracefully over half an mch of snow on top of rails. One hundred , „ ... dollars would not buy gear is 62; option 62, 68 and 73. Its net weight I my oar today, unless I knew that you were still is sixty-five pounds. I in business and could ship another promptly. Write Today for Catalogues and Prices! LIGHT INSPECTION CAR C0„ Hagerstown, ImL, U. S. A.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. LLWY o i a -T's , , ^ 12 YEARLY Increased Value Guaranteed L E W Y rre^tMi j L£ WY BROS • CO. are the only diamond importers in the world selling direct to die pub- lic, who give every customer the benefit of the ranid rise in Diamond Values I Diamonds nave gone up 12% per year for more than 20 years. This increase LLWY BROS. CO. guarantee to you, and allow vou 12% per year (1% per month) more than you paid \ in exchange at any tint*. LEwY BROS. CO. Diamond f Y\ $48.50 I h~. Fall $75siio and value. ’ I rjGV Imported »>y us direct ■ Pffa from our European of- ■ HAT ficee. Rich, beautiful ■ iff violet-blue WHITE col- ■ I If or. Perfect, of supreme miff brilliancy! King mounting ml/ IKK solia gold, hand-made yU platinum setting. 12% per yea r or 1 % per month i ncreas© in value guarauleed in exchange at an* Hmm; thus S64.3Z allowed In 1 year .S77.fi0 al lowed in 5yeam,etc. 8 hipped O. O. D. on approval, without deposit or obliga- tion. $64.00 Guarantor is a written contract, certifying the carat weight, color, perfection aad value of every diama lion given you by our remarkable guarantee before you buy another diamond I Lewy Bros. Co. A violet-blue diamond sout aires founded 1835,0c- f V\ S48.50 $64.00 CUDV one of the five il iSL. Full $75 sico and value. Cannot be equalled P7. e e Id Kk Imported by us direct for leso than $1UU any. prominent State Street ■ DWU from our European of- where. Beautiful ( Pt • _ ■ EyXF ficeo. Rich, beautiful fine violet blue corners m Chicago; w Iff vioiet-biue tf’HiTEcol- white color (the l __ J ■ Elf or. Perfect, of supreme most rare and desir- Dank Wlul ana reier I If/ brilliancy/ Ringroounting ai - le shade in dia> tolLf. Firkinoe 1/7 IKK solid gold, hand-made monds). Perfect, of the '-ora tacnange W platlnum StSTn* .12% per supremo brill mnev National Bank, one of yearorl% per month increase Ring mounting liK solid .... . , # la value guaranteed in exchange gold, band-made. 12% per year or the leading banks Ot at asr (mu; that suit allovsd in 1% per month Increase. In value . . p ■ 1 year .577.(50 allowed in 5 yearw,etc. fwanUjed In Mchsng. *» any time; Su America, Capital shipped O. O. D. on approval. 43 000.000 00. Without deposit or obliga- Shipped C mpmeJ.'ShSl V,UW,UW.W. tlon. dipo.it or obligation. diamood. Investigate the prolee- Lewy Bros. Co. own and operate one of the largest and most complete factor- ies in America for the production of fine mountings in platinum and solia gokLLewy V" , f , * 1 / ia value guaranteed in exchange gold, baud-made. 12% per year or BfOS. Co. Designs are / the leading banks Ot at any Hm*: thus S&4.3Z allowed In 1% per month InernaM In value W«,U V> . p . I 1 year .577.00 al lowed i n 5 yeara,etc. fjenujtaed in exchange at any mejm WOllO-iamOUS IOC U* // America, Capital Shipped o. o. D. on approval, ul'ff M7°S4 I^S!^ turic beauty and $3,000,000.00. u^To L_ i X/ L^ry Lewy Brog. Co, Invite You to Examine Their Diamonds yy in your own dty, without cost to you or obligation to buy. We ship any diamond you wish to/^ Diamond**: Bonk examine ON APPROVAL in care of any express office or hank at our expense and Uy/ mTi^SSj jJHja**** Take advantage of this opportunity to tee our diamonds. >/ Write for Lmwy Bros . Co. Diamond Booh, Free / Beautifully illustrated in^ame colors, engraved cover, contains Hundreds of exquisite dedans— the late* fashions in diamond jewelry Compete information about fine diamonds. Yon will want this fie* book if only to post yourself aboui^' wSte^tkyi*** Lewy Bros, Co. Dept. A-25, Stats & Adams Sts. ChictfO j/s Addrom — Cannot be equalled for less than SlUUany- where. Beautiful , flue violet blue WHITE color (the most rare and desir- able shade in dia- monds). Perfect, of supremo brilliancy Ring mountingllK solid ^ gold, hand-made. 12% per year or 1% per month Inemsm In vain* guaranteed in •xehim* at any time; thua 164.64 allowed in one month. $71.68 al- lowed In 1 year. $87.04 in three yeara.ete. Shipped C. O. D. on approval, without depo.it or obligation. Miras Dspt A-25. fats mi Mrnu Sts. . Oka* Here’s Something You Must See! /^yrr' A telegraph key-lmob that makes sending easy f / and as natural as holding a pen. Impossible to / K IF ' believe until you send with one, but you can imagine J&g |S| 0 that it is more natural to send with a knob with a cBe — ~ VARiffi finger-piece and an annular base for finger-hold If fflL- than to try to send with a flat knob like you see on ■L1I11H1 In 1 every key in the shape of the old telegraph key- knob. do natural — impossible to realize you are M * sending Morse — and a mighty good Morse — it t J y seems all a dream — Fast — Slow — as you want it. Jf Ja / Glides along like a ship on smooth waters. Message ff after message you can send without feeling nervous. The price of these knobs is $2.00 apiece, or ^ for $5.00. It is very convenient to have three knobs in offices that have more than one wire, as it saves the trouble of having to change knobs * from one wire to another. . Knobs are adjustable and insulated, and are Patented, June 17, 1912. serially numbered, and the name of him to whom we sell a knob, with the number, are kept on file. We are sole manufacturers of these knobs. Information leading to discovery of illegitimate makers, users, or sellers of these knobs will be promptly rewarded. Correspondence confidential. Satisfaction guaranteed. Patented, June 17, 1912. sellers of these knobs will be promptly rewarded. Correspondence con Remit to H. C. Dauphlnals, Fargo, North Dakota, U. S. A. Satisfaction guaranteed. Benda the above invention. Mr. Dauphinais Has also invented an automobile wheel, which has fibre tires to take the place of rabber dies, and still works on a pneumatic system superior to the pneumatic tires. The cost to manufacture these wheels ▼ary from $65.00 to $100.00 a set, according to area. Shares are $0.50 a share. Don-assessable, and are sold only in ten- share lots, like 10, 20, 30, etc. Yon are invited to share in with this Corporation. Send remittap^m^g^ ^ . \ jj O O O' 1 0 Dnuphinale Wheel Corporation, Fargo, North Dakota, U. S. A.

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284 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Vigorous Strength Self-Help Book. Free It matters not whom, any man, young or elderly, single or married, needing more vital strength, who is not quite the man he should be, who feels himself weakened as a result of past practices and excesses, can, beyond the shadow of a doubt, hope for a complete self -restoration of his lost or weakened powers if he is willing to make a fair, square effort along certain perfectly natural lines (of which he can easily learn), and will lead that sort of a decent existence which Nature demands that all of us SHALL lead, if we are to prove up to the normal standard of vigor and manly capacity, as we see it exemplified in the best men of the world to-day. Just what I believe you yourself should do or should not do where more manly strength may be desired is told in a perfectly plain, common sense, practical, every-day sort of way through the medium of a little 80-page illustrated book of private advice that ’ I publish and am now sending free, sealed, by mail, to men all over the world who write for it. This little compendium of self-help has, I hope, been of more lasting benefit to my fellow men than any similar publication of its kind ever before issued. Over one million copies have been distributed since my first announcement that they would be sent free of charge. Therefore, reader, please use the coupon below, which entitles you to this wonderful little free book, a copy of which will go to you in a perfectly plain, sealed envelope by return mail. Remember, there is absolutely nothing offered for sale in this whole book- let, excepting in that part which speaks of my little invention, the Sanden Vitalizer, and you are not expected to get one of those appliances unless you make up your mind it is what you want. The book is absolutely independent of all else and is a free gift in every sense of the word. It carries with it no obliga- tion on your part of any kind whatsoever. Please send your name and address. SANDEN, Author. Real, sturdy, vigorous manhood never counted for more than it does to-day. If you are strong, vital, manly, the whole world appreciates you; if you are a weakling — well, it is a dark time, this age of ours, for the one who must stand aside. To my mind a vigorous, strong-nerved, manly man is one of the greatest inspirations in the world, because the very force of his character and manhood makes itself felt wherever he goes or wherever he may be. What he does he does well, and his reward is in proportion to the strength and sturdiness of his manly energy and to the alertness of a brain which is fed by the vital energy of the man it belongs to. It seems to me that any man. unless he is bowed down by extreme old age or by some consuming malady, may increase his physical and vital strength if he really WANTS to and is willing to make the right sort of a conscientious effort in the right direction and along right lines. I manufacture a little mechanical appliance called the Sanden VITALIZER (referred to above), and all about which it will pay you to learn, because some day you may want to use one. MANLY STRENGTH COUNTS FOR MOST. This little Vitalizer is not expected to do its work unaided, but is meant to act as a powerful assistant to Nature and to the man who wants more vitality or vigor and is willing to do his part in regaining it. You simply buckle the Vitalizer comfortably on your body at night when you retire to bed. It starts its work at once. It sends a stream of a certain silent, penetrating power which we call Vital Force into your body, your kidneys, liver, stomach, bladder, nerves and blood while you sleep. Men everywhere have said it takes that nervous weakness or pain out of the small of the back in short order — sometimes from first night 's use. and that manly vigor is restored in 60 to 90 days. With special attachments, my Vitalizer is also used for rheumatism, kidney, liver, stomach, bladder dis- orders, etc. If, after reading the free booklet, you decide that you would like to wear my Vitalizer, I shall be pleased to make special arrangements for you to have one to use. If in or near this city, I shall be glad to have you call, otherwise please write for book. Hours 9 to 6. G. K. SANDEN CO., 1261 Broadway, New York, N. Y. USE FREE COUPON G. K. Sanden Co., 1261 Broadway, New York, N. Y.: Dear Sirs — Without obligation on my part, please send to me by return mail in a perfectly plain sealed envelope, your free illustrated book of self-help and advice for men.

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ADDRESS When addreMing our idvertinn, plegM mtntioii The Railroad Telegrapher. “Everybody’s Doin£ It” Doing what? Why, riding on a TRANCO FOLDING VELOCIPEDE Because it’s so easy! Only weighs 52 pounds; folds up a foot by two feet on the end in 15 seconds; carries nicely in one hand; has ball bearings throughout: costs little; upkeep less. You can make 20 miles an hour if you want to. You fellows have been looking for this, haven’t you? , ...... The Tranco is made to stand up under all kinds of usage. The frame Is of special trussed construction the material being selected white ash. No tubing to get bent or out of true. The wheels arc pressed steel. It Is the strongest and yet lightest construction possible. Our special price to operators places the Tranco easily within your reach. Fill out and mull the coupon today for full particulars. Summer is here, and you sure will enjoy a Tranco! Ha knows the Theory of Accounts, Practical Accounting. Coot Ac- counting, Auditing, Business Law, Organisation, Management, etc. Higher Accounting LEARN ".nr No need to leave your present occupation. You can thoroughly prepare yourself by the use of your spare time. The demand for qualified accountants is vastly in excess of the supply — not enough in the entire country to meet the needs of a single city like New York or Chicago. The opportunities are simply unlimited for well- trained men. Become an expert in the higher branches of this work. Get away from drudgery and poor pay. A little time and application will prepare you lor the place higher up. The home of economic business efficiency b in the accounting department. The successful conduct of a business and the highest order of efficiency in all departments depend upon the constant supervision of the ex- Srt accountant. His services have become an absolute necessity. any positions of this kind are paying over $10,000 per annum. No line of work carries greater dignity or importance. Thousands of expert accountants have developed into executives of rare abil- ity, all because of their training and intimate knowledge of eco- nomic principles and scientific methods. Decide today, now, that you will write and learn of the splendid course of training we offer; now you can become an expert accountant or a C. P. A. by the use of your spare time at home. Our facilities to teach you by corres- pondence are unexcelled. The course we offer has been prepared under the general supervision of WILLIAM ARTHUR CHASE. LL» 1L. C. P. A. President of the American Association of Oertlled Public Accountant Examiners Former Member of the Illinois State Boerd of Examiner* in Accountancy; Lectur- er on Accountancy in the University of Illinois, and Author of **C. P. A. Exam- inations and How to Pass Them,” which treatise forma part of the text material furnished In this course. Your instruction will be under the direction of experts who rank among the very highest. You can cover the complete course in One Year. No expense has been spared to make this the finest course of its y kind in America. Let us tell you all about it. Write immediately Jfc * for catalog and particulars describing our unique plan of instruc- tP tioa. All information is Free. Send in the Coupon now. You gy trill he surprised when you learn how easily you can prepare A/ .p , yourself for this profitable line of work. V? Our Big Scholarship Offer ' aVv We are offering a limited number of reduced schob -O/A ry arships to those, who by occupation, make' desira- A- 7 N 47^*” ble students. Ambitious men will find our course A)/ ^ AhA* a positive means to qualify for large incomes. ey 4, >> ’ Write today and learn of this limited acholar- w/ Pr Ship offer. Tell us your occupation and we A/ jaT/Sxr will advise you promptly if eligible for one ^ .** of these reduced-rate scholarships. Don’t •* trait until the offer is withdrawn and it ^ jy Nr •* Is too late. You may never have vX A v#4?* .* another opportunity like this. Itwlll .* cost you nothing to inquire about «• .• this offer. Our handsome cafa- <&«£?<£* •* •* log and all particulars are free X Ay •* .* for theaakine. Send for them . a * re •' •* LA SALLE EXTENSION UNIVERSITY, Bex 172 Chknff*. s/m? Track Necessities Co.. 343 So. Dearborn St., Chicago. Plea.se send me circular and price on a Tranco Folding Velocipede, as advertised In R. R- Telegrapher. R. R.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GOOD EYESIGHT b Important to You If your eyesight Is defective or yon have any form of eye trouble that might endanger your eyesight, you should lose no time in investigating "Actina.” Its potent action stimulates and maintains the circulation of the blood, thereby re- moving congestion and assisting nature to repair the defects and restore the eyesight to normal TWanP,,,‘ conditions. A well-known New f York Central Engineer, age 63, lost his position in February, 1000, on account of poor eyesight. , ‘‘Actina” restored his eyesight, and he is now running his engine as usual. In his letter of J uly 12, 1010, he states: "I went through the eye examination again in July, 1010, and was given a certificate to July 0, 1011 — this is 30 months* work at $175.00 a month for the small price of the 'Actina.* The Kansas corn crop isn’t in it at all. My eyes are fine.” His name and address will be sent on application. If you are interested and desire to know what the "Actina” is and what it is accomplishing, write for our FREE TRIAL OFFER and OUR BOOK— TREATISE ON DISEASE. The book contains most valuable information. A postal card will bring it to you. Address, Actina Appli- ance Co., Dept. 26X, 811 Walnut St., Kansas City, Mo. UNDERSTAND BROTHER UNIONIST That the best made shoes — the shoes made under the best man- ufacturing conditions — the shoes that best stand wear — bear the Union Stamp, as shown herewith Aak your dealer for Union Stamp •hoot, and if he cannot aupply you write Boot and Shoe Workers' Union 246 Summer Street • Benton, Maw. $10,000,000 A YEAR WASTED ON TRUSSES Wrond to Boy Anyth lad For Isptnrs Without Gsttftntf Sixty Days" Trial. A conservative estimate shows that nearly ten minima dollars a year — In this country alone — Is practically wasted on worthless rupture appliances — all because people trust to a mere try-on Instead of making a thorough test. ORDER MEN Do you know If you pay more than SI. 00 for a card j case you pay too much? This Coinbinallon Bill Folder and Card 4'aae (like out), black heavy calf leather, luster finish: 1 full-slxe pocket overall for bills, with tuck flap; 1 transparent end pocket for your up-to- date; 1 open pocket in middle, embossed design, and 1 tuck-flap pocket In the other end: nil I lined; neatly stitched. The best book ever offered at my 1 price of Si.OO, post* Raid In U. S. Patron- e a brother (Certificate 1413, Division 138). A. ERRINGER, 1 Cranfordsvllle, Ind. Rider Agents Wanted In each to wn to ride and exhibit sample Ran ger bicycles. Write for our loter.t e peciul offer. Finest Guaranteed tff/1 tf07 1913 Models &MU tO wltb Coaster-Brakes. Puncture-Proof tires. 1911 Jk 1911 Models CIO all of best makes ... V • *° V * lOO Second-Hand Whoola $3 to $a Great FACTORY CLEARING SALE we Ship on Approval \ Htkout a cent deposit. pay the freight, and allow lO DAY’S FREE TRIAL. TIRES, coaster-brake rear wheels, lamps, sundries, parts and repairs at half price s. DO NOT BUY until you get out cat* use and offer. Write note* UJUB pVCLE CO . Dspt Chicago, IIL We Ship on Approval trtthout a deposit, pay the freight, sad allow lO DAY’S FREE tRIAL.

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237 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 17-Jewel “ILLINOIS” Thin Model Here’s the greatest watch value in America. It’s the new 1918 thin model— 17-Jewel Illinois movement in a guaranteed 20-vear gold case. Pendent set, double sunk dial, patent regu- lator and spring tempered balance. No better 17-jewel movement made. I’ll guarantee that it will give you better service than you can get anywhere else at double the price. 15 Days’ Free Trial I know this 17-Jewel Illinois is so much better than anything your local dealer can offer you that I will send it to you absolutely free for 15 days’ trial. Take it— use _ _ it— carry it for 15 days. If ^ Pj you want to keep it send us w m £ only and the balance In six easy payments of >2.75 each. It you don’t think it’s the best watch you ever saw for the money send it back. I will pay the charges both ways and you won’t be out one cent. No notes, no Interest, no strictly confidential Send No Money Just your full name and address, state which you want, open face or hunting case, plain or fancy hand engraved. Gold Chain FREE! read era °of * thX paper who order this watch we will give an elegant $5.00 Guaranteed Gold Chain FREE. If you want a watch, diamond or Jewelry of any kind, you can’t afford to invest a single dollar until you get our catalog and prices — the lowest you ever heard of for the best goods, and our terms — the most liberal offered by any jewelers In the world. Writ* /or our Catalog today. RYER JEWELRY CO. 623 Ryer Bldrf. Kansas City, Mo. USE THIS COUPON RYER JEWELRY CO. 623 Ryer Bldrf., Kansas City. Mo. Please send me for examination and free trial your 17-Jewel Illinois watch according to the terms of your advertisement in The Railroad Telegrapher. Name City Address State Occupation ./rr>. AS USUAL the winner used a Remington. We are speaking of the Kansas City Tournament. The winner of the receiving contest was Mr. J. Purcell, Jr., who came within an ace of beating the world’s record. Mr. Purcell used a Remington Typewriter Ask the opinions or take a vote among any number of “mill” operators and you will find that there is “nothing to it” but the Remington. The average teleg- rapher swears by the Reming- ton because he knows the Remington and he knows what he wants. He knows by experi- ence that the Remington is the swiftest machine; the most de- pendable machine; the machine that never quits on him, but is always there with the goods. Send for our latest booklet, “Some Points on the Visible Remingtons.” Remington Typewriter Company (Incorporated) New York and Everywhere

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288 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. GET A RAINCOAT VIA PARCELS POST SPECIAL SUMMER SALE OF RAINCOATS Prepare yourself for rainy days, by getting a rain- coat now, while you can get one cheap. Having purchased two hundred rubberized raincoats from the Goodyear Rubberized Raincoat Company, we are going to offer them to the O. R. T. boys, at prices hitherto unheard of. The very latest style, tan, double texture, bom- bazine cloth, interlined with English Para Rubber, large pockets, raglan and plain shoulders, and a low- water price. They carry with them the Famous Goodyear Guarantee, which means that instead of getting $8.50 worth of wear out of them you get $30.00 or $40.00 worth of wear out of them. They are taking the place of light overcoats. and are neat, natty and stylish. This same coat cannot be purchased in a retail store for less than $15.00. Our price is $8.50. There are only 200 of them; if you want one, get busy right away. First come, first served. In ordering send size of coat you want, or state height, weight and chest measurement over vest with coat off. f Send (or throe different style sending machine elrenlnro. THE TELEGRAPHERS’ SUPPLY HOUSE 178 North Slot Court, CHICAGO DON’T PUMP YOUR LIFE AWAY ON A HAND CAR OR VELOCIPEDE WHEN YOU CAN RIDE IN AN AUTOMOBILE Simple in con- struction, easy to operate, easy to pay for. Dignify your work and make it a pleasure by i owning one. No. 2 ROCKFORD CAR Let us tell you about it. Address Dept. A. CHICA60 PNEUMATIC TOOL CO. CHICAGO 1020 Fisher Big. NEW YORK 50 Church St. "Branches Everywhere* CORNET FREE! na will give you a Beautiful Comet or any Band Inetru- pl ~ nent absolutely FREE. Yon pay weekly lessons are taken. Instrument Is sent Ptj W With first lesson. Write today for our xxritlet and wonderful tuition offer. INTERNATIONAL CORNET SCflOOL 971 Msaical Ball. Baates. Maaa. PATENTS THAT PROTECT AND PAY HOOKS. ADVICE AND SEARCHES FREE Seed sketch or model lot March. Highest Refesmcet Best Results. Promptness Assured. Watson E. Coleman, Patent Lawyer 824 F. Street. N. W, Washington. D. O. O.R.T.and L.A. Brothers and Sisters: My wife has a very important message to mail to each and every Mother, Wife, Married Sister and Daughter. Please favor me with their address. J. W. SORRELS Hope, Kansas Div. 81, Cert. 119 TOBACCO HABITmTur I offer a gsaalae, guaraateed raaMy for tobacco or snuff habit. In 78 hours. It is mild, pl« Strengthening. Overcome that peculiar aerveusaeea and craving for algarettae, altars, pipe, ah tobacco or saaff. One man In ten can nsa tobacco without apparent injury, to the other 9 it te pale and seriously Injures the health in several ways, causing such disorders as nervous dyspepsia, alee and seriously Injures the health in several ways, causing such disorders as nervous dyspepsia. boss, gas belching, gaawlag, or other uncomfortable sensation In stomach, eenetfpailea, headache, weak eyes, lesa at vigor, red spots ea skin, threat Irritation, asthma, breaefcltla. STOP raima YOUR LIFE and many other dlsoi decs. It Is nasals and tartar lag to attempt to core youreell of tobaoeo or snuff habit LIVE by sudden stopping — don’t do It. The correct method is to eliminate the aleetlae peleealag from the system, 1 r K 8C8DCT strengthen the weakened, irritated membranes and nerves and genninaly overcome the craving. Yon earn wCbnC I quit tobacco and enjoy yonrself a thousand times better while feeling always in robust health. Illy FREE ffBffff hook tells all about the wonderful t daye Method. Inexpensive, reliable. Also Secret Method for conquering ■ R “ B habit in another without his knowledge. Fnll particulars, including my keek on Tabasco Yad Saaff Ism mailed In plain wrapper free. Don 't delay. Kaep this 5 show to others. This ad v. may not appear again. Mention if yon .mofeorob... *M~.: COWARD J. WOODS, 534 Sixth Ave., 0302, N«w Yerfc, N. Y. Digitized by vjOOQIC

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. I ONDS ON 20%down IO% monthly A Diamond is the best of all investments owing to its everlasting value, aside from the prestige and pleasure afforded the wearer. Look over the beautiful suggestions here shown — just a few of the hundreds contained in our large handsome catalogue No. 11. Sent Free. It explains our plan of money-saving and our liberal Credit Terms. Compare our prices with those quoted by others and be convinced that our Importers’ Prices save you 20 % on your purchase. We furnish a guarantee certificate with every Diamond, and credit full purchase price on exchanges. All transactions strictly confidential; your selection sent for examination and approval, express prepaid, without obligation. Special Offer to R. R. Telegraphers:^" $28 Write for our New Special Price on the celebrated 23-jeweled Illinois Sangamo Watch, Montgomery R. R. Dial. Write for our Catalogue No. 11. L. W. SWEET & COMPANY, 2 and 4 Maiden Lane, New York City A Home in California The surest way to get ahead in this world is to save part of y. your income regularly — and put it where it will earn more money; and the sooner you begin, the sooner you will become independent. ^^1? The Railway Realty & Investment Company, of Los Angeles, 1 | \ offers you the opportunity. Stock in this Company can be pur- chased on the basis of $10.00 dow n and $5.00 per month for each r/// I » 100 shares, giving you two and a half years in which to pay for it, * f^x I £ * without interest on deferred payments; and every dollar begins \\ \f / to earn dividends from the day it is paid in. If’ ‘ ' The Railway Realty & Investment Company is composed of Railway Men, and is conducted in the interests of hree Million Railway Men of the United States, Mexico and Canada. YOUR DREAM OF THE FUTURE CAN BE REALIZED The Railway Realty & Investment Company fosters the same helpful relation to Railway men financially, as the various Brotherhoods do frater- nally— "All for one, and one for all.’* The Company is a Mililion Dollar California Corporation, with more than 2,500 stockholders. Over 97% of the stock is held by Railway Men, 78% of whom are Brotherhood Men. The business of the Company is to buy, subdivide, improve and sell city and country property. It now owns a $100,000.00 Subdivision in Los Angeles, and 5,000 acres of fine California land. You can become a stockholder in the Company, get regular dividends, participate in the increase in value of the Stock, and later apply your Stock in pay- ment on any of the Company’s property which you may purchase. We want a Brotherhood Man to represent us on every 100-mile Division of every Railway in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Write today for full particulars. RAILWAY REALTY & INVESTMENT COMPANY Home Offices, Hibernian Building Digitized by V ^iC LOS ANGELES, CAL.

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240 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Save yourself time and energy by mak- ing your reports on a Pittsburgh Visible. This machine sells for one-third less than the standard cost. Our price of $65 is possible only by low overhead expense- no salesmen’s salaries, and smqll branch- office expense. Write for details of our co-operative selling plan. It tells how you can save money and at the same time own this typewriter. Pittsburgh Visible Typewriter A Standard Machine for Twenty Yean Has all latest improvements, including remov- able type basket, back spacer, tabulator, two- color ribbons, perfect touch, quick action, absolute alignment and universal keyboard. Writing always visible. PITTSBURGH VISIBLE TYPEWRITER CO. Dept. 37, Union Bank Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. “Rebuilt” Typewriters Arc all right, but honestly, now. wouldn’t you prefer an almost new typewriter to any “rebuilt” you ever saw, especially if the difference in price is many big, round dollars? 1 sell both kinds, but I KNOW which k^vd will give you the service and will tell you all about it if you will only drop me a line. I sell both kinds (easy payments if you wish), and have been doing so right here in Chicago far nearly twenty years. 1 sell sending machines, too, at lowest prices; also cords for same, code books, etc. Write me today, NOW, if you need anything in my line and I’ll help swell that bank account of yours. WM. T. PLUMMER 888 8. LaSalle St., CHICAGO, ELL. Cat 2093, Grind Dtriaoo. O. R. T. • Fiat FiMaod 3«y Chiay. LomI No. I . C.T.U.A. TYPEWRITERS MAKES At Vi to V4 Manufacturer’s Prices ALL THE STANDARD M ACH I N ES, I NCLUDI NG LATEST MODELS SOLD or RENTED ANYWHERE, WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE. 26. RENTAL APPUED ON PRICE. TYPEWRITER EMPORIUM 34-36 W. LAKE STREET (Largest Independent Dealers In the World.) CHIOAQO TYPEWRITERS MAKES 2,000 Underwoods. Smiths, Olivers, Remington, etc. .from $10 up. Every machine in perfect condition, guar- anteed two years, with privilege to exchange at any time. Three hundred <15 00 park Typewriters at CaC" while they last. Write for cut-rate prices and FREE TRIAL OFFER. All-Hakes Typewriter Exchange RT 157 N Clark St., Chicago. Ills. TYPEWRITERS * U Make*. Caah or Paj aista Maasfsctsrar’s Pries, tin. Oar Price, $15 te $25. ALBRIGHT BROS. MEMH.T TYPEWRITER CO. 2l3N.TesffcSL.SLLeuie.lfls. 314 Imfleay. New Yarik WRITE ME aar— . , n ,a ALL MAKES W. A. WHITEHEAD 166 North LoSoHo St. • CHICAGO TYPEWRITERS MAKES Don't buy a t vpe writer from an v one at any price until you receive our list No. 7 . Unhe i rd-of price, and express paid, free trial offer. All machines arc rebuilt, reoickeld, rtv japanned. Look like new and guaranteed good as new Send for one and be convinced. Remington No. 6 and Smith Premiers !fo. 2 f 10.50 Olivers No. 5, Underwood. No. 4. L. C. Smith. No. 2. . 35.00 Other standard makes cheaper. Typewriter Iaspectloa Co-. 837 West 4 th St.. Cincinnati. O. for special juice Uat _ raphera’ mllla before I give the boat values te and personally f pass every mac . goes out of myal wralng mention O. ttfteaie number. Digitized by v joogie

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 241 GENUINE DIAMONDS Direct From the Importer to You. We Save You the Profits of the Middlemen. W701. y2 Ct. DIAMOND M801. 1 Ct. DIAMOND, $43.25 COMPLETE. $100.00 COMPLETE. Ladles* Solitaire 14kt. Solid Gold Complete With 1/4 Ct. Diamond, $20.25 1/2 “ " 43.25 3/4 “ 71.25 1 “ " 98.25 Buy your diamonds direct from the importers, at the importers’ low prices. Our quotations for pure gcnuiue perfect cut brilliant diamonds arc lowest in the U. S. We save you 33% of the retailer’s price. We ship any diamond and mounting at our expense to your nearest express office or bank, C. O. D., with privilege of examination. No obligation to buy unless you wish to. Legal guarantee certificate with every diamond purchased. It affords you absolute protection and safety. WRITE TODAY. CRESCENT JEWELRY COMPANY Dept. A. 538 S. Dearborn St. CHICAGO, ILL. Gents* Solitaire 14kt. Solid Gold Complete With 1/4 Ct. Diamond, $22.00 1/2 “ " 45.00 3/4 “ 11 73.00 1 “ “ 100.00 SHORTHAND IN 30 DAYS We absolutely guarantee to teach you operators Shorthand complete in thirty days. A lot of you have spare time both in your offices and homes. That’s all you need to learn by the Boyd System. Boyd’s System is different in principle from all others. It is the first radical improvement in Shorthand since 1839. It is easy to learn — easy to write — easy to read No ruled lines. No posi- tions— no shading as in other sy3tems. Only Nine Characters to learn and you have the entire English language at your absolute command. Hundreds of railroad operators have taken our course and are now holding good Jobs as private secretaries, newspaper writers, etc. The Boyd System is the only one suited to home study. Fill out coupon and send it in today. CO UPON Chicago forroapoadrocc School*, 1010 Chicago Opera Hou«o Bldg., Chicago. Sand me, without obligation on my part, free booklet*, testimonial*, guarantee offer and full descrip- tion of the Boyd System of Syllable Shorthand. Name *•••• Adit res, R&ifcftMW J*3.0.QSlS. No More Blistered Hands or Tired Back Build Your Own R(1 POWER SPEEDER S/M— At a Cost of ONLY r||U The back-breaking, head-achy, hot, tiresome job of working by hand may be changed to an exhilarating, comfortable motor ride, by placing the 1 H. P. Elgin Gasoline Engine on the speeder you now have; you can travel 15 to 35 miles an hour without any effort. This little marvel of power, compactness A Siado-r Agent in and dependability is quickly attached or detached to any veloci- low# Says: pede, and is light enough to carry around anywhere. 4<I j th j|ule Useful in Many Different Ways 5fc S= the Elgin Engine may be used to run sewing machines, washing from 15 fto 35 miles machines, lathes, any light machinery, motor boats, or a score of an hour ” other ways. Write for descriptive circular telling all about these many uses. , Write today, write NOW. , ELGIN WHEEL & ENGINE CO.. for catalog and full Dept. 121. Eltfln, 111. particulars of our ' Gentlemen: — Please send me full particu- SPECIAL OFFER on / *£ **** this little WONDER. / * Name. this little WONDER. EL6IN WHEEL & ENGINE CO., w-m Elgin, III, ; / Address

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242 When addressing our advertiser!, plea— mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Flash Like Genuine iPriumph Liohj^l^ . EVERYBODY WANTS BETTER LIGHT. HERE IT IS 33W Thi« new 100 to 700 candle power light turns up and down like gas. One-third cost of electricity, gas or Kerosene. For home, church or store. Anyone can oper- ate. Perfection guaranteed or money back, i Write fur catalog ( It . R. T.), Dept. St». A genie Wanted. Brilliant Cas Lamp Company 1009 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, Illinois Its signals go through 111:© fast."per..,„*, ‘sending.” They may be made light or heavy, fast or slow. Nothing complicated. Easily adjusted to all wire conditions. Designed and built by experts who know what a sending machine snould do. We ask you to take no chances. Order a machine today. If you are not satisfied after two weeks’ trial, send the Instrument back to us and we will return your money by the next mall. Fair enough, lsn ’ 1 1 1. Frice 40*00 — Nickel-plated Base and Rigging. Write today for Valuable Free Information MECOGRAPH CO. 8*0 BUckstone Bldg., CLEVELAND, O* U. S. A. ■ AAA Leading Law School H AAV in Correspondence II mm Instruction Ln ■ ■ E st. 1692 ® ® Prepare* for the Bar. Three Courses: College, Poat-Ciraduate and Business I -aw. Classes begin each month. Send for catalog giving rule* for admission to the bar of the several State*. The Greatest Correspondence Law School in the World Chicago Correspondence School of Law 65 4 Helper Block, Chicago 'T'HE RAILROAD TELEGRAPHER is pub llshed monthly by the Order of Railroad Telegraphers. Its offices are located on the sev- enth floor of the Star Building, corner Twelfth and Olive streets, St Louis, Mo. ALMOST ANYONE CAN LEANN IT AT HOME Tbla la no special gift &a yon have supposed, hat an art. I have taught thouaanda In all parts of the world. Cost small. Send to-day 8 -cent Stamp for particulars and proofs 0. A. SMITH, Ins R-112-Ott Hgtfsv How many times have you wished to own a per- fect telegraph transmitter? How many times have you tried to find one? ouch a machine we have built and In the Meco- graph No. 3 (latest Improved) you can secure the perfect telegraph transmitter. It carries over the longest and heaviest circuits lu the oountry and has been successfully operated To the Wife of One Who Drinks I have an Important confidential message for you. It will oome In a plain envelope. You can oonquer the liquor habit in 3 days and make home happy. Wonder- ful, safe, lasting, reliable, Inexpensive method. Edward J. Woods, 634 Sixth Ave., E 302, NewYork,N.Y. I “"SAVINGS BANK] The enormous and rapid develop- t of Wyoming makes It safe for us to pay ^6# the highest savings hank interest rate— because legal Interest rate In Wyo- * m mlng la 8% to 12%. Our atrlngent banking f ^Blawn give you tbe same protection you get Mnt home. Why be content w Ith 3% to 4% m when we will pay you 6%f Write today mtov booklet, also how to get a miniature m bank FREE. Pioneer Trust and Savings IV Bank., 15 Pioneer Building, Batdn. Wyoming. 1AMOND at 1-40 the co$t-04 SOLID GOLO RINGS Stand acid test and expert examination. We guarantee them. See them first — then {ay. Special Offer— 14k Tiffany ring 1 ct. 5.98. dent’s ring 1 ct. 40.98. 14k 8tud 1 ct. 44.86. Sent C. O. D. for Inspection. Catalog FREE, shows full line. Patent rice H U.U« Digitized by Google 8N 0. R. T. PINIUIIT at a special price of 75o until August 1st. Made of the best blue felt, also 11x28 Inches. Wreath and sounder correctly and hand- somely reproduced in oil oolors. Order one? or your office and I will refund your money should you not be satisfied. LEON A. PENOYER (Cert. 2023, Div. 8) South Hammond, N. Y.

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 248 Let us send you a Cap C.O.D. Just fill out coupon below and mail it today and we will ship you by pre- paid express a REGULATION UNIFORM CAP in either black ribbed silk or brown straw. Send no money In advance — just fill out coupon. Be sure you give correct site and mention style you want. We can ship promptly any size from to 7®**. We have been established — ■ — — — for sixty years Brown straw (best and have a repu- grade), three rows of tatlon for prompt, ventilators, heavy correct and satis- patent leather visor factory service. (green underneath to Send for Uniform shade the eyes ), black Cap Catalogue ribbed silk ribbon. 2 FREE. rows gold tape. let ter. I rows gold tape, let ter. Ing printed In gold. i 1 ing primca in goia. ventilated straw cap Black ribbed silk i “ T - - - (best quality), heavy | GOETTLER HAT CO., 1 260 S. Broadway, St. Louis, Mo. — Kldembrow7i^tet-J Plca3e 8cnd me by PrePaid CIPreM' c- D- with 1 w°l reWfram d { Privi1'*® ot examination , cap. . , site ... . O;o cn leather sweat band’., c. . O \J wel| ventilated, light | ^ ame regulation uniform cap weight. ' ... 9 1 Address 334g87890^4p©ittyt*ewQaedf ghlkl; #/. , mnbvoxz •#$#_£ 1 ( ) *{POIUYTREWQASDFGHJKL:df . 7MRBVCXZ L. C. Smith & Bro. , Don't suppose that it is any news to you how your machines stand up. The above shows the oondition of my maohine after eight years in a rail road telegraph office where itjras common property with all the operators. A oompetiior of yours told me when I bought my Smith that it would be alright for a while but would not stand up after a time. I have never spent a oent for repairs and it is as good to day as it ever was and I would not trade it for any other make on the market for $10.00 boot. Tours truly, V. A. Downey, , Agent. C. B. & Q. R. R. Pleasant Dale, Neb., 13/18-13. THIS TELLS THE STORY Write for free book to L. C. SMITH A BROS. TYPEWRITER COMPANY, SYRACUSE, N. Y. Digitized by v^ooQle

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244 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. Are These Men Smarter Than You? 1 man $147 In four days. 1 man S98 In 1 day. Young man $268 in 1 week. Many others as good. EMPIRE Gandy Floss Machine 30 5-cent packages delicious confection. I n vestmentbaek many ti met in one season. Wonderful agent’s proposition Write at once. Addr- ss Dept. 0-1. If you are inter- e .ted in pop corn or peanut roasters, or in ice cream cone machine, write for special free books on these. Stevens Manufacturing & Supply Co. * 1225 Wabash Avenue Chicago, 111. nfThiAX *nd blOWOUtS °>vTu Vi VXJSSStS; A i^voral I. trcadlnB and I 1 Profit Jj EACH AUTO SOLD II JKM MEANS MORE J i -// TIRES TO MEND. ■w Anto tiro repair field a w hundred times bixcer and better than old bicycle days. Johnson. Tex. writes, ‘ f made aa hixb aa $18 profil In one day.” In vest) rot o to- day. Aik for free catalog. HAYWOOD TIRE AND EQUIPMENT CO. 636Sve!t°I Indiana pel U. Ind. ; «. tSMraia ■«. arn-TiAef «•-- *t -ni r-<. n ^ $9,000 offered for certain Inven- tions. Book “How to Obtsta a Pssent" and “What to Invent*' sontfree Bend rough sketch for free report as to patent- ability. Patents advertised for saie at our expense in Manufacturers' Journals. CHANDiEE 4 CHANDLEl. Patent Att'ys AnefaSibel IS Tan The “E-Z” SELF-FILLER PEN, $1.50 The Pen you need. Made right to write right. Lasts a life-time. 14-KARAT COLD PER (Remove cap. Insert pen In ink-well, press ball of clip In hole-pr.pen fills lu$tanlty.l A perfect Self-Filling Pen at moderate price— $1.50 complete by Parcel Post. Agents wanted^ Stnhll Investment. Big profits. Write now. J. T. VLLBU1I A t O. 27 Thames »(., 5il| Do You Understand WIRELESS TELEGRAPHY? The telegraph operator understanding the principles of wireless can secure a position paying good money, at the same time offering a wonderful opportunity to see the world and meet fine people. If you neglect the wireless part of your education you sure neglect- ing the opportunity of your life. There is one way to quickly familiarise yourself with wireless — get a small outfit and learn in a practical way from experience. We are the largest manufacturers of complete portable wireless outfits m the world. Prioes range from two dollars upwards, or about one-half the cost charged by all other concerns. Grasp this opportunity today. SEND FOR BULLETIN T — and all the codes. IT'S FREE ■■ HUNT St McCREC, 92-94 Murray St., New York

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245 HOME the mini ctMEirmmcE icmol if uw *70 Amoimui Building, Detroit, Ifflelr UNION OPERATORS Practice what you preach! Prevent strikes by buying Union- Made goods exclusively. 6 pair Union-Made sox (state size) $1.00 4 knitted neck ties, Union-Made 1.00 Collars (state size and style) 12 for 1.50 Large catalogue of Union Label goods on application. MUTUAL UNION TRADING COMPANY Grand Crossing P. O. Chicago I Pay all expenses by helping build Ma- homet’s Mountain. w Write. Mahomet 1A||\D Y TlP Amusement Co., Wrn vim I I Mm r n io n league fT VllLI/yj Bldg.. Los Angeles. FAIRFRE SPARE TIME MONEY Report local Information, names, etc., to ua. We have valuable con- tracts to supply big mall order firms, manufacturers, etc. Big pay. Con- fidential. Nothing to sell. No com- petition. All or spare time. Send stamp for particulars TODAY. • National Information Sales Co., Dept. BDK, Cincinnati, O. OEMS* ini.** DIAMONDS Cfe „ In the New Profession Thousands of men are needed. The new pro- fession that is paying big money wants you and needs you. Here is your opportunity to get into it now. You don’t need to leave your present employment. Just a. few hours a day in your ow n home and soon you get your diploma and are a full-fledged Meter Engineer. Be a Meter Engineer The profession of Meter Engineering is now in its infancy. It is calling for men. The Central Electric Stationsmuzl have MetcrEngineers. because without them they cannot operate. Thousands of positions now open. Wonderful opportunities. You can get into the pro- fession. It is calling you. A $3000 Job for YOU £?££??! T , wearemakingaspe- Meter Engineering is one of the ciai reduced price host paying professions in the elec- £ trieal industry. We can show you the 8tudy of Meter hundreds of men who are making Engineering right better than $3,000 a year. I low would away. Write for full you like to have a $3,000 job six particulars at once, months from now’? Just put your ; — name and address on the free coupon nml get full particu- lars absolutely free. Send it now — today. Send the Coupon and Get 40-Page tx i rnrr Do not delay an Book FRkh „ tx i rnrr Do not delay an Book FREE address on the / T7 O 17 17 coupon and mail it to us at once. We * willsend you absolutely free and post- * _ paid, 40-page book on Meter Engineer- / Rook LOUDOn ing. It tells you all about the New/ DUUIi Profession and ai>out our schooj. u • p, Wayne Correspondence tells you how you can learn to he- * J . oenw cornea Meter Engineer in your own 4F School Dept. £0OA home during your spare time. Ab- / Fort Wavne Ind Holutcly no obligations of any • Frayne, IDu. kind in getting the book. Just/ _ „ yournameandaddreBsisenough. / Gentlemen: Please send abso- fcut write today- now-imme- 4F 1 utely free and prepaid your book diately while we can still/ on Meter Engineering. Alsosend mnh n tViis i/reat SDOCial offer ^ mo full pjirticlttrH of the ^rcat npo* make tms great special oner^ cial offer that js now ^ made to C \X7 / induce men to study Meter Engineer- Fort Wayne 4^ ing. I assume no obligations of any sort. Correspondence ^ School / N ame — Dept. 258X / Fort Wayne, / Addre“ Indiana ♦

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246 When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. 1 Hi lllifiB inniiini 1HIIIIIIW READ! A Watch Offer Witheut Parallel Write for our FREE book on watches; a book that pests yon on watches and watch values — explains reasons for our most remarkable rock-bottom-price offer Direct to Yon on the highest grade Burlington. IF YOU WANT a highest grade watch (ladies* or gentlemen's), or if yon ever expect to own such a watch, write NOW for the free Burlington book See coupon below. , We WONT “knuckle down** to selling systems among dealers, so we have decided to make such s tremendous and wonderful offer direct to the public on a first-class time piece, that no dealer under contract will or can stop us. YOU TOO will seize this opportunity to get the “Burlington Special** direct on this wonderful offer. You should not boy a worthless watch fast because it is cheap. Nor need yon pay exorbitant prices now for a top-notch watch. The free Burlington book explains. (tO a Month at the Rock Bottom Price $2.50 a month for the world's most superb time piece I The rasas! payments at the rock-bottom price — the Rock-Bottom price. 7o assure os that everybody will quickly accept this Introductory direct offer, we allow cash or easy payments, just as you prefer . f No MnnPV Hnwri We ship the w.tch on .pproral, prepud (your choice of \J\3 W 11 lady • or gentlemaa's open face or hunting case). Yen rot absolutely nothing — you pay nothing — not one cent — unless you want the great offer after seeing and thoroughly inspecting the watch. Get the FREE Burlington Book THIS BOOKLET will quickly convince you too that you DO want an independent watch— made in the independent factory that is giving better quality and superior workmanship throughout; we will quickly convince you that the Burlington watch, on which there is only one rock-bottom price (the same rock-bottom price every where) is THE watch forthe discriminating buyer; that it is THE watch for the man or woman who wants, not the largest selling brand which everybody has. but the best watch, the watch bought by experts, THE watch that is abso- lutely perfect in its many points of superiority— the Burlington Watch. Too will be posted on Inside facts and prices when you send for the Burlington Company's free book oo watches. BURLINGTON WATCH CO. Dept 258X 19th and Marshall Blvd . Chicago Ul WRITE for the free book. It will 11UfV nMIB tell you what you ought to know before you even examined watch. < It will tell you the inside facta about ^ watch prices, and will explain the many superior pointa of the Bur- lington over the double priced .A* mt products. Just send your JJ name and address today. A m 4# BOLBS WATCH a NO LETTER IS NECESSARY- COUPON WILL Please send me (without obligations and prepaid) your free book on watches 4’ and oopy of your 614)00 ehal* Or lenge, with full explanations^ your oash or 62.50 a month offer on the Burlington Watch. Address. Digitized by Google

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When addressing our advertisers, please mention The Railroad Telegrapher. >TTC'fTT Ul> _ c . i Full Refreshment —delicious coolness and sparkling, thirst-quenching vivacity — A lastingly refreshing beverage. Different and better; absolutely wholesome. Ask for it by its full name— Coca-Cola — to avoid imita- tions and substitutions. Thirst-Quenching Whenever you see an Arrow think of Coca-Cola. Send for our Free Booklet. THE COCA-COLA COMPANY. Digitized by ATLANTA. GA. Google

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Do you realize that Uncle Sam, through the Post Office Department, brings the oldest and one of the largest and strongest banks in Chicago right to your door? You can open an account with one dollar or more in Tbi Hibernian Bank, no matter where you live, as conveniently as if you lived in Chicago. Write for our tree booklet '"Banking By Matt/' THE HIBERNIAN BANK Henry B. Clarke, V.-P. A Mgr. the Savings Dap't. Clark & Monroa Sts. - CHICAOO. PIANOS w The tone, touch and magnificent wearing qualities of the VOSE Piano are explained by the exclusive patented features, the high- grade material and superb workmanship that enter into their construction. The VOSE is an ideal Piano for the home. Over 70,000 sold. Delivered in the United States free of charge. Satisfaction guaranteed. Liberal allowance for old pianos and time payments accepted. FREE — If you tr* interested in piano*, lei us send you our ffeUy Illustrated enUlof, that fires full Information. VOSE A BOSS I* LINO CO„ 161 Boylaton 8U. Boston, lus. New Jersey ILLIIN01SSPRIINGFIELD WATCHES Write for a Lincoln Medal and a descriptive folder of these watches. ILLINOIS WATCH COMPANY SPRINGFIELD WE GUARANTEE that our Mennen’s Shaving Cream will give the same thick, creamy lather and comfortable shave, whether used with hot, cold, fresh or salt water. This is not a mere jjl statement — it is a guarantee. jj\N» Send for Free Sam- pie tube and be \ convinced. i Gerhard Mennen Company Digitized by * e

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