Pa Senator Attacks United Mine Workers Over Violent Tactics
A Pennsylvania senator denounces the United Mine Workers in the anthracite region for violence and unlawful methods. He accuses leaders of corrupting youths ages 14 to 21 and warns that any settlement would perpetuate intolerable conditions threatening citizens and property. He cites ongoing strikes in Tennessee Alabama and Kentucky as parallels.
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President's Coal Conference Plea to End Pennsylvania Violence
A coal operators group urges President to deploy federal troops to Pennsylvania anthracite fields. They cite 21 murders, arson, dynamite attacks, and worker intimidation, arguing law and order must prevail and that protection for workers is essential to resume coal supplies.
President Thomas condemns coercion in anthracite strikes
President Thomas asserts that loyal workers must be protected from mob violence in the coal regions. He urges Pennsylvania and federal action to ensure safe travel and work conditions while condemning arbitration with nonemployees. He notes 20 killed and 40 injured as proof of deteriorating law and order.
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John Markle Addresses President With Earnest Remarks
John Markle states he listened with deep interest to the president’s remarks this morning and expresses thorough engagement with the discussion. The message reflects attentive reception of the addressed remarks and a formal tone in the exchange.
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Truesdale urges immediate action against illegal mine union
In a forceful address to the president, Truesdale of the Delaware Lackawanna & Western Railroad calls for immediate civil and military measures to suppress lawlessness in the anthracite region. He urges federal action to enjoin the United Mine Workers and protect property and workers, noting threats against physicians and clergy.
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United Mine Workers described as monopoly seeking control of coal supply
The article portrays the United Mine Workers of America as a nationwide association dividing the country into districts with presidents, aiming to bind all coal workers, regulate labor supply, and monopolize fuel production through strikes and boycotts. It cites court condemnation and notes a May strike in the anthracite region causing violence and murders.
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Madam Fels Naptha Morals on Washing Day
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Mitchells Offer to President on Tribunal for Mine Strike
John Mitchell proposes that the president name a tribunal to decide strike issues and that miners and operators accept the tribunal's award. He suggests issues be referred to the president and a selected tribunal with a wage scale for an agreed period, then call a convention to resume work.
Coal Presidents Offer to Roosevelt in Miner Grievance Case
The coal presidents state that any individual miner with a grievance against a mine operator may file it with the district court judge or common pleas court judge and they will abide by the decision. They will not recognize Mr. Mitchell or the union nor accept any proposition from him.
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Mitchell Says Coal Strike Will Go On After Conference
President Mitchell declares the coal strike will continue after a conference failed to produce concessions or accept arbitration. He notes operators rejected mediation and rail presidents did not defer to the chief executive, while miners vow to pursue peace and seek a just outcome.
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Coal strike letters urge President to appoint tribunal
John Mitchell and UMWA leaders press President to enforce law against illegal mine workers’ association and to appoint a tribunal to settle wage and working conditions. They offer to resume work if wages are set by the President’s panel for 1 to 5 years and adhered to by operators. Mitchell denies 20 murders claim, cites seven deaths with three by police.
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Fowler Letter Requests Time to Detail Anthracite Crisis
President recipient is asked for leave to present fuller views on the serious situation and conditions in the anthracite coal regions. He concurs with prior statements but seeks a later day and hopes to deliver a detailed statement next week.
Coal workers propose resumption to avert coal famine
Accredited representatives of the Anthracite Coal Mine Workers tell the President they, after careful consideration and to relieve suffering, propose a return to mining on lines outlined, while affirming confidence in their claims and in continued contest if needed. The message emphasizes duty to society and 150,000 miners they represent.
Anthracite tension as talks fail in mine dispute
Witnesses describe burnings and a $ reward during coal region strife. Affidavits may implicate the United Mine Workers. General confrontation alleges lawlessness spurred by hired recruiters for coal and iron police. President asks for settlement terms. companies reject Mitchell plan and defer to local court.
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Conference Ends Without Pact Amid Coal Strike Standoff
Washington reports the Oct 3 meeting between the President, miners and operators failed to yield an agreement over union recognition. Both sides vow to continue the strike with operators predicting continued coal supply to the public but no concessions beyond current offers.
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Baer Faces Gauntlet From White House Press
Crowds fill sidewalks outside the temporary White House as Mr. Baer and aides prepare to meet reporters. He notes the risk of conflict but says they will go through together, after the conference’s end.
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