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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1894
Page
2
Governor Greenhalge spoke at the Lawrence Board of Trade meeting about the strike situation. He warned two great dangers threaten the nation plutocracy and mobocracy, saying the people are too strong to let wealth or mobs tyrannize their rights. He pledged that the people will beat down those who attempt to oppress them.
A Central Labor Union official claims 75 percent of organized labor in the city will strike tomorrow if warranted, citing a union meeting with high enthusiasm. The local branch reportedly has 25 to 30 members, mostly yards switchmen, and some members have left recently. Twenty five unions in the central body represent 3000 to 4000 men, though prominent leaders dismiss the forecast as bosh.
Fort Wayne July 10 The tie up on the Nickel Plate ended as engineers declared readiness for business as usual under the pre July 1 1894 conditions. By noon twenty two firemen reported ready to run engines. No freights moved this morning but local trains were dispatched this afternoon.
In Brockton on July 10 manufacturers begin a slow new run and many hold back Western shipments, predicting a temporary curtailment of local shoe production.
Report from Chicago states a force of 200 soldiers has been added to the local garrison, increasing security. Details on unit designation and deployment remain unconfirmed as officials review the situation.
A Brockton gathering shows labor leaders calling for union solidarity while denouncing mob power. Speakers defend law and order amid fears of dynamite at the federal building as city branches back government actions in the West. criticism of Pullman and sympathy for striking workers concludes the meeting.
Debs promises a peaceful general strike as 150000 trade unionists prepare to walk out over the Pullman boycott. He asserts the order will take effect tomorrow and urges restraint amid militia presence to protect the mails and maintain commerce.
John McBride president of the United Mine Workers of America received a telegram from Samuel Gompers urging him to attend the American Federation of Labor executive committee meeting at the Briggs House in Chicago Thursday morning. The message cites a looming crisis in the country’s industrial situation and calls for efforts to restore order. Columbus Ohio July 10.
The President has no plan to call militia to quell Illinois disorders. Regulars will be used after exhausting resources. Troops at army posts drill for riot control and Gatling gun use, with infantry prioritized for street fighting. Government awaits trades union strike effects.
John J. Hanrahan secretary to the Firemen's Brotherhood chief sergeant was arrested for conspiring to interrupt interstate commerce by spurring a Belt Line engine crew to quit work. Bail set at 3000 after boarding the Western Indiana engine on July 7 and persuading the engineer and fireman to abandon the train. Hanrahan is a candidate for Congress in the stock yards district.
In New Haven on July 10 officials dispute claims that almost all Air Line employees belong to the American Railway Union. The correction notes the union has a local branch in the city and refutes the previous statement.
Brockton July 10 The Boston and New York Despatch Express Company agent told patrons this afternoon that no freight would be received for points west of Chicago except at owner’s risk due to labor troubles in the West.
Pittsburg Pennsylvania July 10 employees of the Pittsburg and Western railroad received an order from President Debs to strike at noon today. After a meeting this afternoon they decided not to comply and have telegraphed Debs confirming the decision.
In Lowell tonight the Knights of Labor endorsed the Central Labor Union resolutions from last Sunday. A public meeting featured Thomas F. Connolly who warned the Mayor he would veto the $350 appropriation for the Labor Day parade if rejected.
The stock yards in Chicago reported a steady day with few cattle and sheep arriving and quickly sold for local use. Notable price range included cattle at 25.50, hogs at 5.25 to 5.75, sheep at 25, and spring lambs at 4.50 to 5.50 per head.
John Stetson sold his handsome steam yacht Stellar to Charles A Sinclair of Sinclair Mann of this city. Sinclair plans to depart for Sorrento Me with guests Buck Whittemore captain of the Harvard Varsity baseball team and A J Pari.
John Chatreau was in Salem Harbor when a gun resting in his boat discharged, striking his right foot. He rowed to shore and was taken to Salem Hospital for treatment.
The Chelsea Aldermen last night ratified acts of the park commissioner and appropriated 1200 dollars to build the base of the Steb bins fountain. The ordinance on underground wires was passed to be ordained.
Mrs. Bissell wife of the Postmaster General has left Gray Gables and returned to Washington this afternoon after visiting there.
Thirty sail of mackerel fishermen were getting fish five miles east of Race Point at sunset tonight.
A public notice proclaims free medical examinations and attendance for all diseases through August 1. Dr. Dewey, specialist, will treat rich or poor with offices at 7 and 8 Hotel Pelham, 74 Boylston Street. Hours are 9 to 1, 2 to 6, and 6 to 8 p.m. Sundays 10 to 4 p.m., closed Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
J W Hayes of the Knights of Labor executive board arrived in Washington with C A French and T B McGuire and said advices reported General Master Workman Sovereign would be arrested tomorrow.
Alarm from Box 12% reported a small blaze in Robert Scott's blacksmith shop behind the police station on Front Street in Salem. Fire confined to the roof causing about $100 damage.
Debs claims an Eastward push for union action. A New York organizer traveling as John Ryan says Boston workers may strike in sympathy if Chicago action continues, with Portland and New England cities likely to feel the impact. Eastern roads could be tied up if five more days pass. Local labor bodies promise readiness as a general strike looms.
In Cambridge City Hall last night Deputy Sheriff Wardwell served writs restraining all aldermen from acting on or confirming Frank A Allen's nomination to the Cambridge Water Board. City Solicitor Pevey urged postponement until after July 20, amid debates over mandatory versus permissive terms and ongoing nominations for the seat. The move led aldermen to table Allen's nomination for safety.
The annual muster drew about 200 attendees as teams from across Massachusetts competed in hand tub races. M A Picket of Marblehead won first prize with 157 feet 1013 inches, Essex tub took second. prizes totaled 200, 100, and 50 dollars. After races Marblehead crews returned home with victory brooms amid celebratory revelry.
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