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Show i ONE-ARMED MEN'S UNION. A union composed wholly of one-armpd men 3 formed in Chicago the early part of this week. It Is expected to ultimately comprise locals In all large ciiiea and railroad centers. Its principles princi-ples essentially are humanitarian, it being be-ing devised with special regard for the the 1200 mairuod. legless, or armies, snitchtenders, flagmen, and crossing men employed by the railroads in and near Chicago. One of the first things on the program of tho new union will be to secure a move "comfortable" existence I for ihf disabled member. The list of I demands to be filed with the railroad I companies embraces "cushioned Feats" for members with "stumps." Ice water in summer time and awning shades to pro-I pro-I tecr the tenders from tbe heat of the oun ! and the dampness. |