Labor leaders warn against wage cuts at civic federation event
Chicago reports President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor warns capital not to cut wages during financial downturns while Senator Hanna urges harmony between employers and workers. The National Civic Federation conference closes with calls for conservatism from both sides and closer cooperation.
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Alaskan boundary decision favors United States except Portland canal
London reports the Alaskan boundary commission favors U S control of most waters and lands, with Canada retaining the Portland canal. Officials await final signatures and Monday's formal decision. Ottawa observers express disappointment over Canada losing the canal and harbor outlets north of Port Simpson.
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Plant Shuts Down Most Departments Due to Low Orders
The plant nearly closes with only a few departments still operating. Officials cite lack of orders in several units and ongoing repairs in others as the cause of the shutdown.
Strikers Hold the Combination Strike across Pacific Express in the South
In St Louis and Texas communities, railway express workers protest a Pacific Express strike spreading through Missouri Arkansas Louisiana Kansas Indian Territory and Texas. Company officials report only minor impact while warning of a broader walkout if rivals continue to haul Pacific tonnage. Texas dispatches note assaults and lack of protection prompting armed guard considerations and perishable cargo suspensions.
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Governor Bailey to Aid Prosecution of Kansas City School Boodlers
Topeka Kansas October 17 Governor Bailey says the state will assist in prosecuting the alleged boodlers on the Kansas City Kansas school board. He will consult with the attorney general and participate as finances permit. M A Waterman of Kansas City Kansas discussed engaging state officials in the case.
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Train Robbery Attempt Near Welch's Spur
Two masked riders halted a night train by signaling it through Welch's Spur. A 20 year old operator was locked in and wired the engineer to skip the stop. The North Coast Limited passed at speed as a posse pursued at daylight.
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Miller Jury Fails to Reach Verdict in Extortion Trial
The federal court in Cincinnati hears that Daniel Voorhies Miller and Joseph M. Johnson’s trial on conspiracy to extort a bribe ends with a hung jury after a week of deliberation, and the panel is discharged by Judge Thompson.
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Former Albuquerquean Held for Murder
Jake Davis a hack driver from Albuquerque died from injuries suffered yesterday after a dispute with Ed Dixson a gambler formerly of Albuquerque connected with the Astor House. Davis asked for two dollars and was denied Dixson allegedly struck him and fractured his skull at the door curb. Dixson remains in jail awaiting bond.
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Ed Dixson
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Astor House
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Mardi Gras Night Captivates All Albuquerque With Roaring Revelry
The city reveled in Mardi Gras night with confetti filled streets and costumes ranging from grotesque to ludicrous. Crowds thronged Railroad Avenue and carnival grounds as masks and merriment overtook daily life. The confetti vendor boasted a booming night and planned retirement as revelry continued with open salons and wandering patrons enjoying forbidden pleasures.
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Mill shutdown at W Dewees Woods mill drives 2540 out of work
Pittsburg Oct 17 The last shift at the W Dewees Woods mill near McKeesport ended and orders to shut down parts of the plant will lay about 2540 men off indefinitely. Several workers have already been idle for much of the past period.
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Lake Shore Road Reduces Working Hours
Cleveland Ohio October 17 orders issued to cut working hours in car repair and locomotive shops of the Lake Shore road from ten to nine per day with a pay reduction. The order affects large centers of the Lake Shore and Lake Erie & Western roads as rolling stock is in first class condition and to return to normal conditions. San Juan Puerto Rico October 17 the fortifications board plans to fortify San Juan as an American stronghold. Spanish guns removed and modern rifles planned for the forts.
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International Bank and Trust Company Fails in Mexico
The International Bank and Trust Company of America led by W. H. Hunt closed its doors in voluntary liquidation in Mexico City. It had advertised capital of £1,850,100 and deposits around $1,500,000, with four years of operation. Overload blamed for the failure. Berlin dispatch notes Czar’s Rome visit postponed to spring. socialist tone may alter plans.
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Harvard Defeats West Point In Sloppy Gridiron Game
In blustery wet conditions at West Point Harvard edged the Black Knights 6 to 0 amid numerous fumbles. Yale shut out Penn State 27 to 0 in New Haven, Princeton beat the Indians 1 to 0 in Princeton, and Bucknell held Cornell to a rare scoring drought in Ithaca.
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Warming Miners Against Strike In Kilworth Scheme
A wireless message from William B. Wilson warns British miners about Kilworth Pennsylvania advertisements and possible deportation for those who come. He urges allied miners to caution workers and notes Kilworth as a company town owned by mine operators amid government inquiries. An additional note from Scranton reports railroad labor peace steps and promotions under a seniority plan by the Delaware Lackawanna and Western line.
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William B. Wilson
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Minish Federation of Miners
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Kilsworth
HO Uwingh Shean
Kwranton
Delaware, Lackiwanna & Western Railroad
Moore wins Cowboy tournament at Gienwood Springs
Gienwood Springs California October 17 A Moore of Raton New Mexico won first honors in the Cowboy tournament held here today.
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LYNCHING FEAR IN PARIS KY PROMPTS MILITIA CALl
Paris Ky Oct 27 Luther and McCoy four negro farm hands attempted to assault Mrs James Merrnaugh and Miss Nellie Merrick prominent women of the city McCoy was arrested and it is unlikely he will be lynched tonight Governor Beckham has been asked to order out the militia to guard the prisoner from a mob
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Damage at Aberdeen Shrinks on Inquiry
Aberdeen merchants report losses not exceeding 700000 dollars with about 500000 dollars insured. Three lives are confirmed lost with rumors of a fourth man in the Mack building where the fire started. Firefighters from Montesano and Hoquiam have returned home as no further damage is expected. Mayor West declined outside assistance.
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Western roads restrict passes for 1904 year
The Chicago Tribune reports that passes by western roads in 1904 will be greatly restricted and exchange passes will be curtailed. Shippers and merchants will have passes discontinued, as executives meet to discuss the annual pass meeting after two days of sessions.
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Hundreds of Steel Workers Laid Off Across Plants
New York Oct 17 two hundred men in the rolling department of the American Steel and Wire company were laid off today amid general steel business depression. A broad layoff across Worcester plants followed with many hundreds of workers losing jobs.
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American Steel and Wire Company
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Mail Carrier Robbed Route to Cover Race Track Losses
Albert Joerndt, a Chicago letter carrier and former National Association of Letter Carriers official, is jailed awaiting arraignment on stealing letters and contained checks and money. He confessed his losses at the races prompted the robberies, with total sums possibly in the thousands.
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First Snow Arrives in Cooper Country Michigan
Detroit reports the season's first snowstorm with snow covering the ground and continuing to fall across the region. The event marks the opening of winter weather in Michigan today, October 17.
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Cooper Country
Canal project eyed between Worcester and Province
Officials of the American Steel and Wire company plan a canal between Worcester and Province to connect the cities. The estimated cost is 40 million dollars.
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American Steel and Wire Company
United States Steel Corporation
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