Railroads Offer 10 Percent Wage Increase Nationwide
The Record-Herald reports railroads nationwide ready to raise wages by 10 percent, affecting about 1,296,000 workers and totaling around 80 million dollars annually. Magnates have begun tentative plans to grant the increase if labor agrees to pause further demands. The proposal implies nearly 1.4 percent dividend on railroad capital stock. Discussions span Chicago eastern meetings and New York talks.
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Mrs Verraults New England Suspects Drag In Prominent Men
Mrs. Bina F Verrault the alleged head of a rich widow matrimonial syndicate faces trial in New York after Leo Kessler accuses her of taking 2000. She claims she has been maligned and hints that several prominent New England men may be drawn into the case as she defends her conduct amid publicity. Kessler admits money spent was largely lent by his sister. Attorney Hugh Gordon Miller foresees acquittal.
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New York Life Agents plan new $2 million company
New York City reports that agents of the New York Life Insurance Company intend to form a $2,000,000 capital stock company named the New York Life Protective Association if the administration trustees ticket is defeated. Buckner would head the new firm, with $1.1 million of stock already subscribed. The group plans a branch in every state.
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Pope Urges Prayer For Church Enemies In Sorrowful Times
Rome reports the Vatican urges special prayers for foes of the church as the Pontiff faces internal strife. The pope cites Hebrews 5 7 and implies exhausted other means to resolve the French dispute amid opposition from some church members.
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Princeton Defeats Columbia In Cross Country Meet
Princeton defeated Columbia in a dual cross country meet in Princeton New Jersey with a score of 23 to 16.
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Roosevelt Mingles With Canal Workmen In Panama
President Roosevelt and Mrs. Roosevelt tour the Culebra cut with engineers and workers from Pedro Miguel to the deep part of the cut. The party observes steam shovels, drills, and dynamite blasts as rain falls and loyalties are voiced.
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Mills May Not Raise Wages in Fall River
Fall River textile talks center on a 10 percent wage increase demand by the textile council. The executive committee plans a compromise proposal to the union and a letter to reach officials soon. The council set November 19 as the deadline for a reply as operatives press for higher wages amid industry prosperity. The wage request seeks an increase from 19.80 to 21.78 cents per weaving cut, the pre-1903 rate.
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Sugar Trust on Trial in Rebating Case
The American Sugar Refining Company faces its first trial on rebating charges under the Elkins law. The indictment alleges the firm accepted rebates on shipments by the New York Central & Hudson River Railroad in spring 1903 totaling $26,000. The New York Central was previously convicted by a jury before Judge Holt.
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East Boston Game Set at Lyceum Hall Tonight
The East Boston Catholic Association faces U S S Rhode Island at Lyceum Hall East Boston with a close hard fought matchup anticipated.
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