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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1900
Page
1
Members of the Anthracite District refuse to handle coal not produced by the United Mine Workers. The stand aims to pressure for labor alignment and enforce union preference in coal handling duties across railroad facilities.
Scranton switchmen and brakemen voted to refuse non union coal, signaling a strike across five railroads. Officials expect all collieries in the district to close and washers to idle. Mit tel predicts districts will be reduced by weekend. Company leaders were surprised by the mobilization.
Hatch and Foote announce their firm’s failure after Foote’s illness and reckless speculating. Daniel B. Hatch says Foote is dying at his Oceanic New Jersey home and that the firm will assign for creditors. The firm, active since 1870, says outstanding contracts are minor and no one will suffer. Foote is 63.
Waldersee arrives in Hong Kong to assume command of allied forces in China aboard a German cruiser. In a related report, Long Yang Fu orders Black Flags to retreat toward Canton after Pekin’s capture.
Chicago September 18 The national prohibition committee announces a conversion by ex Governor Hughes of Arizona formerly a Democrat who was removed from office by Cleveland and will back the prohibition ticket.
Mansfield Ohio September 18 John Sherman and his daughter Mrs McCallum and two children and Dr Loughridge left by their special car for Washington. Sherman is very feeble but eager to resume duties in Washington.
London report says the privy council has ordered Parliament dissolved on September 25 in a move announced on September 18. The action ends the current session and triggers election preparations in the United Kingdom.
Prince Albert youngest son of Prince George Duke of Saxony and nephew of King Albert was killed in Dresden at age 25 when he was thrown from his carriage. He served as captain of two Saxony regiments and his death shocks the royal circle.
Richard Croker said he wagered twenty thousand dollars at twenty three to one that Bryan will be elected. He has now put up eighty thousand dollars and stands to win about two hundred thousand if Bryan wins.
The 12th census reports Sacramento California with 29 206 residents up ten percent and Pueblo Colorado with 28 157 residents up 3 599, a jump over fourteen percent.
From Mexico City to San Antonio reports outline currency strains linked to China and peso demand, then detail a Republican convention split over Hawley and Green factions. Fusion talks involve populists seeking a mixed state ticket as Hawley and Green factions contest leadership amid a large convention turnout.
Letters from Hillsboro Sierra County New Mexico show a new commercial club formed to work with El Paso chamber. Secretary Russell lauds regional cooperation and urges neighboring towns to unite with El Paso for mutual business gains.
Rufus Goodman and Will Cordet, boys from Strunk's Lane mining camp, were struck and killed on the Queen and Crescent Railway track near Williamsburg by the Cincinnati Flyer this morning.
Reports from Oconto say the steamer Rumble foundered off Long Tail Point in Green Bay during a storm. All aboard were lost.
Rumor from Bloemfontein dated September 18 says General De Wet, famed Boer commander who outmaneuvered British forces, was killed September 7 near Potchefstroom. The report notes unconfirmed status amid ongoing hostilities.
Den nis M. O'Connor, a renowned Texas stockman and West Texas figure, has died in Victoria. His death reduces the prominent business community's ranks.
A New York Dispatch notes Kruger and Secretary of State Neitz plan to travel to America in October to campaign for Bryan’s election. The report cites a London dateline September 18.
El Paso chamber of commerce pushes to lift the San Francisco quarantine amid California state board of trade resolutions endorsing El Paso action. Letters from Mexican Central Railway and Southern Pacific officials discuss impacts on commerce and urge removal of embargo as health restrictions are eased.
A severe tropical storm is now raging near Saint Davids Bermuda on Sept 18 with heavy seas sweeping the coast and strong winds forecast to continue.
Glasgow reports another bubonic plague death on September 18 amid city health concerns. Authorities investigate potential outbreak factors and urge vigilance.
Rome reports the beatification of Giovanna Palestonae Astonio Grassi and Maria Hoses scheduled at St Peter's on September 23 30 and October 5.
A second blaze overnight destroyed Mrs. Cohen’s barn on North Oregon Street. Police investigate amid rumors a local crowd of boys started the fire to watch it burn as they did the nearby Sunday night blaze.
Four cages for being drunk and disorderly and four cases for fighting faced fines of one dollar each in police court this morning. D M Wiceford was arrested last night for carrying con r material weapons and will have his trial to omit.
An elderly street figure, known to sell pencils near the American House on Overland Street, died in his room last night around 1 AM. He appeared paralyzed, could not speak, and left a placard asking for charity. The body was sent to Nagley & Lyons for burial as identity was sought. He carried $11.85 in his clothes and letters addressed to P. Alexander were found.
Kk. fF. Norton of Salida Colorado a passenger conductor on the Denver and Rio Grande railroad arrived in New York City Sunday and will stay about two months for health reasons.
A marriage license is issued for Leon Gonzalez and Macuela Hidago signaling their upcoming wedlock under local licensing rules. The couple applies together and records show their intention to marry in the near future.
Galveston relief work continues as 8000 men clear debris and 2700 bodies lie beneath ruins. One hundred thirty corpses cremated, nine days after the hurricane. Ward census underway, with an estimated 15,000 homeless. Officials project up to 20 million in aggregate relief costs. New York Tamany committee pledges 10,000 for Galveston. Extra militia sent from San Antonio to Richmond to guard shipments. lieutenant and six men reassigned.
The theft case against E P Mc Broom was heard in Justice Spencer's court at three this afternoon. The defendant waived examination and was bound over to await the grand jury at the October term. Bond fixed at 1000 dollars or 50 dollars for each offense, secured by friends in Waco through a local bank.
D. P. Stewart the contractor filed a suit against John Brunoner and his wife for 2500 alleging the amount is due on a house building contract on North Oregon street. Edwards and Edwards represent the plaintiff.
Caldwell Undertaking Company sues A. L. Meader for 66.50 in unpaid funeral expenses for F. A. Goodrich who died in December 1898. Trial before Judge Harper today.
The Jolly Ten staged another concert last night to aid food sufferers in Galveston. The group contributed to relief efforts and urged the public to support those in need.
Through his attorneys John Atler has filed suit for divorce from his wife Cora Atler alleging cruel and inhuman treatment.
Francisco Barela, arrested for disturbing the peace several days ago, was discharged by Justice Spencer yesterday for lack of evidence.
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