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Newspaper

Akron Register Tribune

Location

Akron, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1903

Page

3

Injunction Sought Against Omaha Business Men by Labor Unions

Round & Smith Bros publishers report a district court injunction against OmahaBusiness Men Association and others in a case led by labor unions representing striking workers. Judge Dickinson signed the writ restraining merchants from boycotting union members or aiding actions to disrupt labor unions. The order, issued in Ginha Nel, directs merchants to avoid actions harming unions and outlines penalties for noncompliance.

Audge Dickinson Ginha Nel John O. Yelser Si Attortey Het Fae Bisibdas Willon Daboe Sabi Business Me Gnida Vulon Business Men’s Association Wnions Omaha Hilgs Dickinson T. J."mahoney Businges Men's Association KJH Gaines Hotel Gng Restaurant Keepers’ Association Agaivet Oitied Anone Fetl

Praying for Rain as Forest Fires Rage Across Pa Counties

Pennsylvanian foresta rages with smoke choking mountaineers in Cambria Somerset and Westmoreland counties. After sixty hours without stop, exhausted villagers pray for rain as forest fires threaten villages and livelihoods across the region.

Pennsylvania Cambria Somerstt Westmoreland Counties

Incomplete OCR article fragment noted

Fragmentary text references border regulations with Canada and the Rockies in a river region, mentions Prnati and a forthcoming end of week timing, but remains unclear and lacks coherent event details.

Gohan Cattlan Canada Rockies

Boer leaders arrive in New York after talks with Mexican government

Former assistant general of the Boer forces and a Boer commander reach New York after advising with Mexico to secure a home for South African refugees. Meantime striking workers are warned they must return to work or risk dismissal as violence erupts in Birmingham. A lamp explosion kills Mrs. Ny A. Lam and her young child, with a second child severely burned.

Johannesburg

Hundreds homeless from Ontario lumber town blaze

A massive fire in Ofuiwa Ontario left about 500 families homeless and damaged long stretches of lumber yards. Firefighting was hampered by a damaged water main, and authorities say the loss totals around 800000 dollars with fifteen million feet of lumber destroyed. Fire leader Tobn White, recently released from prison for arson, was captured near the scene and faces charges.

Ofuiwa Ont Beendainty Orig Tie Folloe Wll Tumber Canadian Pacific Railroad Séohe Ottawa Iuto Naggaret Preston Streets Trenmey Flaifes Rochestersyilie Conk

Excitement subsides after Fremont lynching threat

Rumor of mob violence over Otto Mischke's killing eased by Sunday dawn. Three accused Black suspects remain guarded in Norwalk jail as crowds pressed Sheriff Mason to release them. City officials feared further trouble and closed saloons to prevent disorder.

Fremont Otto Mischke Crige Norwalk Mason Manov Engles Ctr

Riot in Brooklyn Amid Striker Dispersal Efforts

Disorder erupts in Brooklyn as police disperse strikers amid a six month strike threat. City authorities report clashes near the waterfront as workers demand wage concessions and recognition. Protests intensify with mobile patrols and crowd control measures in effect.

Engineer Crushed to Death as Train Derailed Near Knoxville

Robert B. Holloman of Knoxville killed when Southern Passenger train derailed west of White Pine. Seven injured, one colored female passenger not expected to recover. River retrieves body of Mrs. Mary Augusta Lynde, New York socialite, missing two weeks, daughter of James Hamer and widow of Charles Lynde.

Southern Knoxville Tenn Asheville Mary Augusta Ace

Mystery of New York dynamite box hoax unsettles officials

Police debate whether a box of dynamite left at the Cunard line dock in New York was a hoax or real threat. Officials acknowledge the danger of a large explosion and possible loss of life while investigations proceed. Nearby labor turmoil grows as strikers join the Deering Harvester Company walkout. Reports from Chicago note 1000 plus workers striking, closing the plant. In Morocco, Taouprers report a tribal defeat near Tetuan as govern troops advance. In Jackson, Kentucky, the alleged Slayer of Marcum is captured without bloodshed and confined in Winchester. Lorain Ohio offers a $1000 reward for the arrest of the Reichily shiver killer suggesting continued pursuit for justice.

New York Marcum Curtis Jett

Strike Threat Across Industries Sparks Turbulence

A nationwide labor crisis unfolds as Great Northern rail line and timber sectors threaten strikes. About 1,600 mill workers and inspectors may walk out, with 75 lumber yards affected, risking Chicago timber output. Denver construction unions threaten 15,000 workers. Jockwn Michigan building trade idle for 2,000, Mobile and Ohio ripples grow, ultimatum issued for strikers to return or be replaced.

Great Northern Aristone Syntimetuel Ward Belis Lmsole Aml Gommemg St. Pal Aed Chicago Niet Denver Colo Ers Naceile Jockwn Mich Mobile and Ohio St. Louis Mobile Ohio

No Doctors Called as Kansas City Woman Dies at Home

Mrs. Clarence W. Byrne dies in Kansas City MO after illness lasting months without medicine or a physician. She was a Christian Scientist. her husband, a fellow adherent, refused medical aid saying they are not foolis h enough to return to medicine and science. The baby born a month earlier left her weak and bedridden.

Kansas City Clarence W. Byrne Clarence W. Byrns

Fierce Forest Fire Threatens Dunlo Pa Camps

A large forest fire in the Pennsylvania Kegheny Mountains swept toward Dunlo and its lumber camps early today. Firefighters and residents fought the flames with urgency as fears rose for the fate of several lumber camps and workers missing in the blaze. The blaze moved with terrific fury threatening homes and the town as crews battled to save structures and lives.

Seind

Liquor Bills Decision in Supreme Court Mentioned

A fragmentary report notes the Supreme Court ruling on liquor bills and payments. Goss and Powell are referenced regarding a sale in Kansas and state recovery limits for a period, with unclear names and dates.

Hances Goss & Powell Supreme Court

Murder Plot and Police Arrests Across Chinese Societies

A blurred report notes arrests of Chinese conspirators in San Francisco amid alleged murder plots targeting hundreds. Other items include restraining order actions from Omaha lawyers, a Topeka Supreme Court affirmation of a murder verdict with twenty years, a Chicago strike risk, and Virginia Senate moves to remove Judge Campbell over a cowhiding accusation.

San Francisco Supreme ‘Court Topeka, Kyu Lower Talirt i Jessie’ Morrison Ofia el Dorado Chicago Weetley Employers’ Association Virginia Senate Campbell Amherst Crawford

Rumors Of Police Coercion In Britt Express Robbery Case

Citizens in Britt denounce circulating rumors that detectives coerced Agent John Peterson into confessing to a robbery linked to a $3000 cash package found and counted at the Commercial Bank. Peterson denies any confession, insisting on his innocence after a prolonged interrogation.

Manon City Britt John Peterson A, Hong Aid W Willot Peterson Commercial Bank Littlene Averill Bryne

Oleomargarine Test Gage Holds Product Yellow

A Des Moines case against Armour Packing Co. for selling oleomargarine in violation of town law proceeds after Judge Given overruled a demurrer. The ruling accepts that the product need only show yellow color, not artificial coloring. The ruling is seen as a victory for the state dairy commissioner and may simplify the prosecution.

Given Armour Packing Company Des Moines Sront

Shouts of Gunfire Erupt as Deputy Sheriff Faces Shot Columbus

The report recounts Deputy Baker of Weaton being shot at during an arrest for jewelry robbery near Weaton. Deputy Knox and Sheriff Baker pursued suspects George Muthero, aged, and an unnamed youth along a mile long trail. A confrontation ensued with gunfire as officers exchanged warnings and attempted to detain the assailants.

Sherif Baker Weaton Bown George Matheson T.C. Baker Conall Dilutis Weatoh Sumner Knox George Muthero Lukdidy Pavelts Patni Knox Matheson Mitdelis

Giant Belican Shot Near City River

Charles Brandt shot one of three giant pelicans in the river in front of the city. The bird measured eight feet five inches from tip to tip with a fourteen inch bill and a large pond beneath the bill. Brandt used a 22 caliber rifle, the only gun he had, and will have the specimen mounted. Pelicans are rare in this county outside British Columbia and the southern Florida coast.

Clinton Uimrod Chas. Branilt Sennil British, Columbia Florida

Des Moines Man Arrested for Fatal Quarrel Over Horse Trade

Edward Packett of Des Moines was arrested accused of murdering Alex Youcker, a itinerant horse trader with a family on the city outskirts. A quarrel over a horse trade left Youcker knocked down, and he died hours later from injuries found at a neighbor's house.

Moines Alex Hire Des Moines Edward Puckett Dubuque Edward Paevett Alex Youcker Bla Packett Youcker Dua

Marshalltown girl dies after shooting in south part

Mable Allen, 11, the victim of a fatal shooting in Marshalltown's southern district, died at Singleton's hospital after being brought in with gunshot wounds to the abdomen. Ross faces sworn indictment for manslaughter as the coroner orders an inquest amid statements about the shooter aiming at the child moments before the death.

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Cedar Felis Mayor Targets Bootleggers for Drunkards

The Cedar Felis mayor announces actions against habitual drunkards and bootleggers, stating agents will be notified to enforce ordinances under bootleg regulations. He warns a large fine is possible and United States authorities may be informed for cases involving dealers of intoxicants.

Hemenway Egent Gman Bentance

Divorce Granted After Wife Objects to Amament

A petition reveals Hattie Sigh sought divorce from John Bigle alleging repeated abuse and threats, including a nighttime shooting when she was ambushed at their country home. The case cites acts of inequality and control, with details of a firearm used to threaten.

den ' Moles Hattie Sigh John Bigle Tohn

Tramp identified in west Superior and other notices

A tramp named Njet' Slien of West Superior Wisconsin is picked up after a fatal incident involving a freight train. Auction notices report the sale of Huggy Company assets for 324000 and related property valued at 160000. Mother Angelin, assistant superior of the Sisters of Humility, dies at Ottumwa convent of heart disease at an advanced age.

Njet Mother Angelin Angelin Sisters of Humility Hw Convent Ottumwa

Fragmented Political Noise From a Long Decayed Letter

A garbled OCR fragment references Socialists Liberals and a mayoral race, mentioning General Tyner of the Post Office, accusations of collusion with attorneys, and immunity deals. It also touches on a league honoring McKinley and a reform movement, with scattered names and dates.

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