Strike brewing among tailboard wagon men in St Louis
The Globe-Democrat reports a serious potential strike as tailboard men form a union and demand eight hour limits, higher pay for long hauls, shade for drivers, and reduced whistle calling. A national organizer delays a Paris trip to oversee actions. Other unions may call sympathy actions, impacting express wagons and trolley service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Globe-Democrat
Paris
Amalgamated and Consolidated Association of Tailboard Men of
St. Louis
United States of America
International Union of
United Artisans of Car Petards
Consolidated Order of
Tincan Electric
Missouri Crop Bulletin Highlights Varied Conditions Across Counties
U S Department of Agriculture reports corn in excellent condition overall with drought and weeds in eastern counties. Wheat progressing well with regional drought in the southwest. some counties near fire damage. Potatoes reduced by drought in the southwest and damaged by bugs in the southeast. Apples dropping in some northern areas with worm issues ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Missouri
Lyons Retires From Quinn Hotel, Meyers Appointed
John 4H. Lyons, seven months as manager of the Quinn hotel, retires today. J. P. Meyers, formerly day clerk, succeeds him. The Quinn grew to prominence under Lyons, with travel trade praising its up-to-date service. Lyons plans to relocate to St. Louis. Friends extend best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poplar Bluff
John
Lyons
St. Louis
Unclaimed Letters at Cape Girardeau Post Office
List of unclaimed letters for week ending June 6 includes Dora Hess, Mrs Thomas bt Lilley, Katie Miss Sheppard, Thos Pard, Mary O’, Higeintaham Thos Sheppard, Flora Holfhouser, John Liebty, W J McMin, E H Williams, Kate Mise among others. Callers must state advertised status. sign off by Postmaster A Vers Breachmenn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Girardesn
Hess
Dora Mins
Thomas Bt
Lilley
Letta
Katie Miss Sheppard
Katie Miesbotham
Thos Pard
Mary O
És Higeintaham
Thos. Sheppard
Mat Holfhouser
Flora Liebty
John Trabern
W. J. Mc
Cape County Men Assaulted in St Louis Street Car Attack
William A. Sander of Tilsit and William Deneke of Douck Mo were attacked by three men at Jefferson Avenue and Wah Street. Sander had a broken jaw and more injuries. Deneke escaped with minor bruises. Police arrested John Crimnion Walter Fitzgerald and Wm Van Dillen. all three identified by victims. Victims en route to Good Samaritan Hospital when assaulted. warrants to be sought for the three attackers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Globe-Democrat
William A. Sander
Tilsit
William Deneke
Douck
Jefferson Avenue
Waeh Street
Sander
Deneke
John Crimnion
Biddle Street
Walter Fitzgerald
Ward Street
Wm. van Dillen
Franklin Avenue
Sanders
Good Samaritan Hospital
Dayton Streets
Easton Avenue
Road Samaritan Hospital
Chargainsr Vaulisten
Fitzgerald
Chavion
Khl
Judge Robarts Gains Republican Nomination Amid Primaries
The race in Illinois last Saturday saw Judge Robarts of Cairo prevail over Hon. W. Smith for the Republican nomination for Congress. Smith appears likely to secure the nomination for his seventh term, while Robarts is poised to run against him. The contest reflected district sentiment, with Jackson County backing Smith, and Cairo and Alexander counties showing divided support. The outcome may hinge on perceptions from Cairo, Alexander, and local public opinion shaped by recent trials and a high-profile case. The judge remains young and could campaign again with stronger local backing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tollinois
Obarts
Cairo
Honea
W. Smith
Smith
Senith
Alexander County
Jackson County
Iobarts
Demecker
Sutat Telievee
Bene Jn
Wilson
Jewelry makes a staple of dress across ages
The piece discusses testing jewelry worn by people and promoting purchases from L. H. Graessle of Cape Girardeau offering W. F. Main Co. goods. It notes assurances of full value, a printed guaranty with each purchase, and mentions W. F. Marx Co. and factories in Providence and East Iowa City, highlighting large floor space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. H. Graessle
Cape Girardeau
W. F. Main Co
W. F. Marx Co
Eastern
Branch House Cape Girardeau Ship Channel Message
A brief note indicates shipping to a recipient and earning money. The message references Branch House in Cape Girardeau Missouri and implies a transactional intent without further details.
Republican Convention Nominates Cape Girardeau County Ticket
Cape Girardeau County Republicans met at Jackson on Saturday to nominate a county ticket with large attendance and orderly proceedings. Officers chosen included temporary chairmen John J Sawyer and Ben H Adams, with Dr J D Peterfield named permanent chair and B F Lusk secretary.
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Cape Girardeau County
Jackson
Biucher Sperling
Emittee
John J. Sawyer
Ben H. Adams
N. A. Moziey
Magley
J. D. Peterfield
B. F. Lusk
Peter Lehner
Cable
Olluwine
A and A Boon to Teachers at Missouri Summer School
A Columbia dispatch reports the Missouri University Summer School opening with enrollment about twice last year. Expanded courses and many new teachers appointed cater to Missouri educators in smaller schools. Railroad managers in the state have offered substantial reduced rates to teachers traveling to Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Missouri University
Missouri
Abroad Addresses for European Houses Notice
If you are going abroad write to us for the addresses of our houses in Europe. Also for Dr. Humphreys' Manual: Humphreys' Medicine Co., Cor. William & John Sts. New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Humphreys
Humphreys’ Medicine Co
William & John Sts
New York
Bond Not Made Grogan Still in Jail at Jackson
Grogan, indicted for murder and jailed in Jackson, has not posted the 15000 bond. Memphis attorney Bell, acting for Grogan, is seeking funds in Caruthersville and may seek trust company backing if needed. Some predict the bond will remain unmet. Grogan shows little concern and exercises rarely. Ex-Gov Francis extols the St Louis World’s Fair bill, praising congressional action and anticipated 0 subscription fulfillment by locals as St Louis prepares for the exposition.
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A. Glenn
Glenn
Cape
Esmbie
Dovie
Estreet
Plas
Schwab Clything Company
St. Louis
Gleam
Walter Kennedy
Sebweh Clothing Company
H. Grogan
Jackson
Bell
Memphis
Teno
Grogan
Caruthersville
Union man Koenig shot by police after shotgun threat
The Republic reports a union man Albert Koenig armed with a shotgun near the Broadway power house. Officer Crane asked him to drop the weapon. Koenig fired and wounded Crane. Officer Maher then shot Koenig, who died instantly.
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The
Republic
Albert Koenig
Crane
Maher
Morley & Morehouse Railroad Stockholders Meet
Notice from secretary RK B Andrews states stockholders will convene at the company office in Cape Girardeau on Monday July 2 1900 at 10 AM to vote on guaranteeing and underwriting bonds and executing a mortgage on the company property plus any other business. Kidney diseases are deadly Foley's Kidney Cure guarantees relief or refunds.
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Kennet & Osceola Railroad
Cape Girardeau
Missouri
Arkansas
Kennett & Osceola
Leechville
Jonesboro, Lake City & Eastern Railroad
E. F. Blomeyer
R. B. Andrews
Morley & Morehouse Railroad
RK. B. Andrews
Cloudburst Causes Crop Damage and Rail Road Wreck
News from Williamsville reports a Tuesday cloudburst that damaged crops and halted transportation. Hail and floodwaters washed fields, tore up corn, and twisted tracks along the 5S M and A line near Taskee. A work train proceeded to Williamsville to repair the line, with minimal traffic delay expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamsville
Taskee
Hutchins
A GOOD MOVE Industrial Trades Union to Go National
Chicago dispatch reports the Industrial Trades Union plans a national organization built on individual rights. It seeks local city councils, opposes strikes, and aims to recruit 15 to 20 leaders from various trades to form a national executive. Headquarters will be in Chicago as the movement promotes free labor and unimpeded employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Industrial Trades Union
de Tereot
Chirag
Zum
Wheeler in duel rumour over Paducah clothing box
Kentucky congressman Wheeler faces alleged mail fraud by sending a woman’s clothing in a box labeled Public Documents through the U S mail, as details from the Paducah Register recount. The tale recalls a Vandiver incident and hints at potential conflict between Wheeler and the Register. Dr L P Raff to give dental talks at Cape Girardeau hotel June 12 to 14 with painless extractions.
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Congressman Wheeler
Kentucky
Vandiver
Paducah Register
Wheeler
Washington
Paducah
Xetioal
Charles Wheeler
Register
Custom House
Charles K. Wheeler
L. P. Raff
St. Charles
Cape Girardeau
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Missouri Crop Prospects
St. Louie
Cape County
Cbarts Lowes
Western Poultry and Game Co
Cape Girardeau, Mo
Jacksor
G. C. Thienius
Bernhard (Ockel
E. W W. Fiertre
Frank Caldwell
August Uhe
Common Pleas Court
John A. Snider
W. J. Thompson
Lovie Thomas
J. D. Porterfield, Jr
Hebert Sawyer
J. E. Umbeck
B. A. Daugherty
Cape Girardeau Township
Henry Hopper
Stockholders Meeting
A&a
University Summer School
Humphrey
St. Lome
Mather
Koenig
Foley
Industrial Trades Unions
Eo National Rganizration
Kentuckyorgressman
Mr. Vandiver
Mr. Wheeler
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