09 Dec 1900
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1900
Page
1
Six hundred operators on the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe lines joined a sympathy walkout with Gulf Colorado Santa Fe workers, part of a larger union drive for higher pay. Company officials vow no yield while trains were kept on schedule and speeds controlled by time cards.
Wichita reports Chairman Newman orders a Gulf system strike blocking all duties until grievances are settled. Over 2,000 operators boycott work and red-board stations to protect life and property amid wage cuts and station eliminations. Freight and passenger trains halted. divisions at Newton Purcell Arkansas City Perry immobilized.
Pueblo Colorado December 8 Many Santa Fe railroad men quit today here and with Junta in sympathy with the strike of the telegraphers The number out is estimated between and 400 in this division including telegraphers The telephone is being used in running trains between here and Denver.
A Wellington dispatch reports all operators on strike in Topeka Kansas and says no passenger or passenger-related trains are running while freight service continues. Other railroad unions show no plan to join the strike.
Wichita Kansas December 8 Division Superintendent Tice arrived here one and a half hours late on the eastbound train running on card time He denies.
The report notes that all operators are on strike while a division chief asserts he will continue to run passenger trains in his division despite the stoppage. The situation highlights labor action affecting services and management's stance.
In Topeka Kansas on December 8 Santa Fe operators except two walk out and by tomorrow no operators may remain. Telegraphers join in a sympathetic strike. Officials consider action and plan to close shops Monday risking 2000 jobs.
Topeka reports a Santa Fe telegraphers strike may last weeks with 1300 strikers paralyzing traffic. Shops will idle 2500 Topeka workers, while depot staff and general office operators join the walkout. Some lines but not all are affected as trains on southern divisions stall.
President Dauphin of the O. R. T. announced that the operators on the entire Santa Fe system were ordered out and had obeyed the order. He said he warned the company the men would be called out and, after receiving a new reply, followed the majority’s instruction to strike.
Chicago dispatch says late today telegraph operators at this end of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe went on strike, extending the walkout over nearly the entire Atchison System.
Denver dispatch says La Junta Corporation employing 200 men has shut down its shops due to a telegraphers strike affecting the Santa Fe system.
Washington Pec 8 The military affairs committee continued its hearing on the army canteen Root described it as the lowest saloon type scene in Cuba with more soldiers at the canteen than the post Croft cited Taft interest in Pacific island natives Mrs Kelsoe said mothers of soldiers favored liquor suppression Mrs Ingalls noted soldiers forming liquor habits Miss Karney reported General Fagan’s stance was an exception Miss Alison WC UT superintendent cited statistics against liquor Rev Mr Miller army chaplain endorsed the canteen after Philippine experience
Great Falls reports the coroner’s jury found John Louis Edwards died on December 1 with no poison detected in organs. Mrs. Edwards, held on murder charges, showed no concern and remained jailed as investigators plan further questioning.
Taylor wins the half mile national indoor amateur championship final heat with a 2:08 time while J H Hunter of Newark wins the final heat of the national indoor amateur championship half mile. Lester Wilson of Pittsburg takes the Connecticut one mile title with a 2:16 time and a fifteen mile motor paced race ends with Michael defeating Peterson.
Jessie Morrison sat through three hours of pleading in Eldorado Kansas as defense and prosecution argued over charges in the murder of Mrs. Castle. Judge Shinn indicated any degree verdict possible and four lawyers would plead for each side next week.
Boer statesman Paul Kruger met Queen Wilhelmina in a brief incognito audience at a royal palace. A court official escorted Kruger to the palace in a state carriage while Dr Leyds, in uniform, greeted him at the door. The visit lasted about fifteen minutes with Kruger thanking the queen for Gelderland cruiser support.
The consul general of the Orange Free State received a reply to a cablegram sent by the American Transvaal league. Kruger thanks the directors and sympathizing Americans for their greetings and hopes their wishes will be fulfilled.
British fleet officers entertained in Lisbon with ball and lawn tennis in the presence of the king. A banquet for 200 guests followed this afternoon. The squadron is scheduled to sail tomorrow.
Aliwal North reports General DeWet trapped between swollen rivers with British columns closing in from three sides. Since Dec 2 news of his whereabouts sparked a pursuit led by General Knox, who moved to corner DeWet near Karee poort drift after DeWet doubled back past the British right. The Boers' laager at Carmel farm dictated rapid, lighter movement as foragers supplied the British.
Thomas G. Stark aged 34 was killed at the 3ith regiment armory private circus when his bicycle failed to enter the water tank properly. He struck the tank edge head first and drowned in the copper inset tank. manager A A Duchrim was arrested on homicide charges and later paroled.
Dispatch from General Sxitchener at Bloemfontein says DeWet’s troops failed to seize Coomarsie bridge. He has trekked north with 500 horse and his Cape Colony venture is unsuccessful as he is pressed on all sides.
A Hague dispatch reports that Mr Kruger is attempting to arrange a conference with Lord Salisbury. Meanwhile Rudyard Kipling and his wife departed London for Southampton aboard the Tantallon Castle en route to South Africa.
Lord Roberts arrived in Cape Town today from Port Elizabeth and was greeted by a grand welcome. The mayor, councillors, the citizens' committee and thousands of sightseers met him at the docks and escorted him to the government house.
Paris dispatch from The Echo de Paris reports the queen told Mr Kruger at The Hague to have confidence in God who will protect you and yours, a remark tied to the ongoing crisis and Kruger’s safety.
Johannesburg reports 17 000 sheep seized by Boers from a small detachment of British troops near Krugersdorp in the latest engagement.
New York December 8 Phil D Sandham 24 a law student and Astor battery veteran shot himself at Sixth Avenue and Forty seventh Street dying instantly as police and detectives pursued him after warnings he would kill them. It was crowded with pedestrians and authorities described him as possibly insane.
Helena dispatch notes Dec 13 event at Masonic temple where Algeria Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine will elect officers, hold a banquet, and initiate about 40 candidates crossing the torrid sands. Notables listed include Edward J. Bailey Hector McDonald Livingstone Byron Stanton and others from Helena Fort Shaw Bozeman and Missoula.
Attorney General Nolan ruled no law requires a smallpox patient in a pesthouse to pay for care. In Helena the city or county boards of health must cover the expense, with priority for shared funding if a city board exists. The patient should not bear any cost.
Uriah C. Burnah a 66 year old wholesale dry goods merchant and Brooklyn figure died today by suicide in New York. He had mourned the death of friend William L. Strong and worried over his ailing daughter.
The Vanderbilt interests ordered 100000 tons of steel rails at 26 dollars per ton from three mills in Cleveland. This moves against efforts to drop the price to 22 dollars per ton.
Indoor cycle racing opened at Madison Square Garden under the American Cycle Racing association. A banked board track with 45 degree angle hosted the events. Jimmie Michaels beat Bob Peterson in a 15 mile race by a late sprint, completing in 27 minutes 56 and 25/100. Major Taylor and Tom Cooper led the professional heats with fast times in the mile events. Louis Gimm also featured in the paced heat.
Washington announces a signed agreement in which the Klamath Indians relinquish their Oregon land to the United States as requested by the secretary of the interior. The document outlines the terms set for the transfer and related obligations.
In New Bedford Massachusetts a mass meeting of Weavers voted to strike today due to trouble over pay days. The action follows worker grievances and signals potential widespread stoppage in textile work.
At 11 a m at Bt Luke's hospital it was reported that Roland Reed the actor remained in unchanged condition following his earlier illness. The brief bulletin confirms no improvement or deterioration at that time.
A woman, child of Mr and Mrs James John, was arraigned last night and admitted killing the child. She said her own baby born eight months ago was in an institution and she doubted why a woman should be allowed to have a child when that privilege was denied for her own infant.
The Pan American exposition committee in New York outlines plans for a broad inter-collegiate program at Buffalo including college baseball football track lacrosse cycling Gaelic football and basketball among others. Amateur events will be emphasized while select professional contests may appear. Prizes will be lasting souvenirs and nearly all contests aim for world championship status.
Boston financier Thomas W. Lawson announces he will fund a new yacht to defend the America's Cup against Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock II. Crowninshield will design the vessel, Nat Watson may serve as skipper, with Corinthian sailors invited to join the crew. If needed, the Fore River Engine Co. will build the boat.
Berkeley December report says D O Mills will cover about £24 008 for a two year astronomical expedition from Lick Observatory to the southern hemisphere. The aim is a complete survey of stellar motions along the line of sight using the spectrograph donated by Mills. Acting Director W W Campbell will begin preparations immediately.
The transport Belgian King arrived in port after a 55 day Manila passage marked by a typhoon, shifting coal causing 48 hours of capsized risk, a seven day Hong Kong repair, and a coal fire that heated staterooms beyond occupancy.
The report lists populations for several Oregon incorporated places with 2 000 to 65 000 inhabitants. Albany 3 149 Ashland 2 634 Astoria 8 381 Baker 6 663 Eugene 3 236 Grants Pass 2 290 La Grande 2 991 Oregon City 3 494 Pendleton 4 406 Salem 42 581 The Dalles 3 622.
Defaulter C. Al Fred Seharch head bookkeeper at Fourth National Bank was arrested in Grand Rapids Michigan on December 8 charged with defalcating 2600 dollars.
New York December 8 reports rise of inquiry into the nurse girl Alice O Donnell charged in connection with the death of an infant. Authorities say the case centers on alleged neglect as investigators examine medical records and care routines at the facility.
A blaze in Borlinger, Stockholm, left 150 people homeless and caused property losses of about half a million. Fire brigades fought the flames but the extent of damage forced many to seek shelter.
Washington reports United States Consul Hughes at Coburg has resigned. The move ends his tenure at the Coburg consulate following recent official duties.
London reports say Britain will not amend the treaty with the United States and expects to refuse any change. The article notes a sharper British protest to Portugal over Dutch consul issues and the dramatic channel squadron move to Lisbon as a bold diplomatic stroke. It also covers China's complex talks, Chamberlain's changed tone in Parliament, Canadian troops sailing home, and a promised South Africa service pension with an estimated total cost around 17 million pounds.
The announcement, made by Nicholas Longworth Jr., states Dee Longworth will wed the Count Chambrun of Paris. Daughter of the late Judge Nicholas Longworth, she will marry before Lent and reside in Paris where the count holds large possessions.
An empty boxcar jumped the track near Gray's Ferry on the Philadelphia Philadelphia and Baltimore line derailing coaches of the express from Washington. Miss Bila Littl of Chester was seriously injured. twenty people were hurt.
Instructions carried to Chester of Kentucky direct the interrupted voyage to Manila be resumed today by Washington, Dee, and Long, ensuring the route and orders are followed to complete the assignment.
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