28 Jan 1901
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1901
Page
1
A brief item notes worsening conditions in coal regions amid shortages driving hardship for workers and families as strikes, curtailed supplies, and rising prices strain communities. Officials discuss relief efforts and policy responses to mitigate food and fuel shortages.
A brief report notes potential outcomes if the Colorado strike persists, outlining impacts on workers, employers, and public services. It highlights ongoing negotiations and possible timelines for resolution.
Trouble spreads as fuel supplies flagged by a growing coal strike. In Denver on January 28 the movement tightens with southern fields organizing in sympathy with the north. John Cannon testified miners were paid as much as operators could afford.
The drive to ensure the fourth class man receives severe punishment has sparked extensive discussion and commentary among observers.
Otero county New Mexico residents push a wagon road from Alamogordo to the Sacramento mountains summit to connect with the eastern slope road. The plan would raise Alamogordo’s prominence and bring travelers and business from the east. If county rejects, local merchants may fund the project.
The president, in a morning conference with several senators, voiced opposition to an extra session of Congress. He said the current Senate could finish colonial matters, especially Philippines issues, in the remaining six weeks of the session.
Gotham ambulances ferried smallpox sufferers to the wharf for boat transfer to North Brother Island as hospitals filled with patients.
Noon tomorrow officers of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company are scheduled to testify before the state legislature, outlining company positions and responding to inquiries.
Washington reports a strong congressional push to end hazing at West Point. Senate and House members back a provision in the military academy appropriation bill requiring rules to prevent hazing and expulsion for cadets involved. The debate condemns hazing and labels cadets as cowards in the process.
Special Dispatch reports a New York City man visiting Los Lunas New Mexico seeking a large scale poultry operation. He plans a fine poultry brood farm and aims to locate there with commitments to supply eggs for hatching by March 15th.
A major incident has a reported cost of 700 million and injuries among participants. Details remain scarce as authorities assess the scale and impact.
A brief note on political maneuvering questions whether Magofin will attempt a self run for office. The piece outlines speculation about his plans and potential challenges in pursuing leadership.
News from London reports 73000 British killed or wounded in the Boer War and costs near 700 million dollars. In El Paso local politics debate a nonpartisan anti ring slate to replace Magoffin and oust entrenched interests with businesslike governance amid Democratic and Republican opposition.
El Paso representatives report a highly profitable trip with notable results and engagements. They cite solid connections with regional officials and potential ongoing collaborations post visit.
The El Paso delegation to the Austin commercial convention traveled home aboard the Southern Pacific. Members included E M Bray W H Tuttle Prof J C Carrera and Ernest E Russell secretary of the chamber of commerce. Russell chaired the three convention sessions and spoke on the quarantine and related topics.
The State Department reports from consuls in South America that several uprisings are imminent. Significant revolts have already occurred in Brazil Ecuador and Uruguay with expectations of a broader general revolt against these republics governments.
Early reports from The Hague claimed Kruger was dying after an eye operation in Utrecht. A later dispatch from Amsterdam stated the dying report was false, noting Kruger is only slightly ill and not in serious danger.
King Edward VII awarded the order of the garter to the crown prince of Germany and, with emotion, thanked the emperor for his sympathy after the queen's death. The scene at Cowes marks a personal gesture of thanks from the British monarch to Emperor William.
Neeley the alleged post office embezzler arrived in Havana under arrest and told reporters he can prove his innocence. He spoke in a confident interview this morning asserting his lack of involvement and promising evidence.
New York court rules that George Helen and Howard Gould must not pay more money from their father’s estate to the Castellanes until the Wereheimer case is resolved or satisfied. Other notes mention B P Leach visiting El Paso and planning to return in May, plus grandson Sam Greene.
In New York on January 28, a lively short squeeze pushed cotton up two hundred forty points to 12.75 at noon, sparking widespread excitement across markets.
Congress was slow to start in Washington today with both houses assembling after noon. The early session focused on routine business as the lawmakers began the new term.
Washington lawmakers push to outlaw hazing amid calls for reform at West Point following the death of Oscar L. Booz of Bristol Pennsylvania. A military inquiry by Maj Gen Brooke Col Gillespie and Lt Col Claus concluded recently as Congress oversees the investigation initiated by Rep Driggs.
Representative Bridgers and Benatlin discuss potential bids in town visits. Bridgers notes possible run for state office while Benatlin questions the idea, citing the $2 daily pay as insufficient to motivate a campaign.
A bill to reestablish capital punishment in Colorado is before the legislature. A noontime forecast suggests the measure will pass by a 36 to 19 vote.
London dispatch reports a gale along the English coast with the steamer Holland breaking amidships. Twenty lives are reported dead in the disaster, reflecting broader storm damage to coastal shipping today.
In Austin Texas on January 28 B B Olart and Julius Moreau two former Confederate soldiers died by self inflicted means using morphine and opium respectively. The incident occurred last night with each man choosing a lethal dose in separate acts. Authorities noted no foul play and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
A Herald report describes El Paso’s successful trip to Austin where delegates led the commercial convention effort and held talks with Governor on quarantine matters and a state exhibit for Buffalo Pan-American show. They also consulted President Prather of the state university and others to secure official support.
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