22 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1907
Page
1
Rapid growth and rising influence of the Farmers Union alarm both major parties as the rural lobby gains prominence in political debates and policy considerations.
National leaders of both parties watch the Farmers Union with unease as the growing movement debates nonpartisan aims. The 1902 Texas origin seeks mortgage relief, better trade, and farm education, but officials insist it is not a political party and aims for harmony and law enforcement.
About 100 Western Union workers and 200 postal workers walked out in San Francisco and Oakland yesterday, halting service across the bay area and prompting business disruptions.
The June 22 strike by telegraphers paralyzed Western Union in San Francisco and Oakland, blocking traffic and delaying dispatches while the Postal Company remained unaffected. Wages are cited as a cause, with 400 Western Union and 200 Postal workers striking. strike breakers and double pay for remaining operators are noted.
James Douglass Mills alias L B Walker, a young Black man, is charged with a $9 forgery against Lula King. He was given a preliminary hearing in police court and bound over to the city court. He is jailed on $300 bond and held by Sheriff LeGrande. authorities say he used multiple aliases to commit frauds.
The article argues against banning discussion of politics while praising educational study of government. It notes the union’s rapid growth to a million members in five years and outlines active state and local branches across Mississippi and other states including Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Oregon, California, and Illinois.
Premier Clemenceau claims decisive victory in the French Chamber of Deputies after a tense session. The outcome promises to shape the government’s next steps in Paris.
Paris June 22 Premier Clemenceau won a chamber of deputies confidence vote 326 to 223 amid a stormy session. Rebels reportedly weaken as government support steadies. mutiny quelled and deserters returned to Beziers by special train. Soldiers saluted officers and marched to barracks amid crowds.
P. H. O Brien arrives in Cincinnati after securing a large contract to oversee reservoir construction. He plans to ship all labor and mules required for the project.
Mr P H O'Brien plans to leave Annis ton next Monday night with 100 mules and a large crew for Cincinnati to start a $75,000 two year grading contract. The project covers building a reservoir nine miles from the city, shipping five freight cars of labor and equipment with about $700 freight costs. Tickets for workers total around $300, making the venture about $1,000 in expense. O'Brien has just secured the contract and returned from Cincinnati yesterday.
Mrs. Joe Huggins, 65, living at the corner of Fifteenth street and McDaniel avenue, was seriously injured when a runaway horse struck the porch where she sat, breaking her hip and causing other injuries. a boy on the horse fled, and the fate of the horse and boy was not learned.
A crowded auditorium enjoyed a military and firemen band concert last night. The prize drill on stage drew attention as First Sergeant Felix Doering defeated Sergeant Levi for Mayor Kilby’s best drilled man prize. Judges included Major D. H. Smith Captain W. F. Johnston and Lieutenant Gowan Roberts.
Special trains from Atlanta New Orleans Memphis and other points bring alumni for the semi centennial jubilee linked to the annual commencement at Sewanee Tennessee. The week opens with a semi centennial sermon by Bishop Sessmans and includes cornerstone laying for the Phi Delta Theta house and senior graduation exercises with Alumni Day to follow. Governor Patter addresses planned.
Major Smith and Captain Pel Ham returned last night and were cordially entertained in Huntsville. The event highlights Huntsville as favored in local circles with strong interest in military figures and community reception.
Former Representative J. D. Hammond urges lawmakers to heed public opinion. He argues the legislature should reflect the will of the people and act accordingly. The call emphasizes democratic responsiveness and political accountability.
Major D Trouston Smith and Captain 8 C Pelham returned from Huntsville after meeting Col W H McKleroy to announce the Third regiment A N G will encamp there starting July 17 for about two weeks on Merrimack Manufacturing grounds. Local league provides water lights and shade. companies from Alexander City Sylacauga Talladega Anniston Oxford Gadsden and Albertville move by L N and N GC St L and travel via steamer to Hobbs Landing.
Lewis Charles Everard of New Orleans won the second John Addison Porter prize in American history at Yale for an essay on the Influence of the Louisiana Purchase on American Policies. Henry Stone Lovejoy of Wisconsin won the first prize. Taft's son received a Woolsey scholarship.
The University of the South began in 1857 amid southern readers need for a great southern college. It served as a Civil War camp and was destroyed before the war ended. After the war a log house rose with nine students, later building a major southern institution. It now sits in a large park and has received gifts from J Pierpont Morgan and Andrew Carnegie.
Washington June 22 President Roosevelt commuted five year embezzlement sentence of W A Lea a Nashville Tennessee bank clerk.
Cut prices go into effect at Johnston Bros. Co on Monday with extra bargains across all departments. Shoppers can expect reduced pricing on a wide range of goods.
Anniston residents are invited to view a program of films at the Anniston Theatorium tonight. The showcase promises a diverse lineup with local patrons urged to attend and support the venue.
The theatre starts its summer season Monday with a 3:30 matinee and 8:30 night show. Youngs Orchestra to perform at the night show. Pricing includes general admission and reserved seats with various coupon options and round trip tickets offering exchange value.
Belle Davis and her three little Black people perform in Black person dances while the program also features the title Mother-in-law's Visit at the Anniston Theatorium.
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