24 Mar 1902
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Newspaper
Elkhart Daily Review
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1902
Page
1
A fragment notes women recount childbirth pain as stern agony and rithing with claims that labor before and after confinement differs. It contrasts easy perceived pain with harsher experiences, mentioning mailed bottles and dramatic descriptions from women.
A special committee led by President Mitchell held sessions to draft a resolution urging an operators’ negotiation and possible strike after April 1. The report emphasizes two main demands: a ten hour day and coal weighing where feasible, with the strike to be declared only if the operators refuse recognition. Boston brewery workers also held pivotal meetings to authorize a six-member committee with power to settle or strike.
In Charleston West Virginia on March 24 Secretary-Treasurer W B Wilson of the United Mine Workers said a strike by about 35 000 miners in West Virginia and Virginia is likely to be called soon. Operators and miners from the two states plan conferences, while unions may send organizers into the New and Kanawha river fields to organize miners. Car supply and wages for the coming year are under discussion and a wage scale committee was appointed to meet WV miners association representatives.
A fragment from May 24 report in New York hints at possible bridge work on the great structure known as the Eastern district bridge and involvement of iron workers. No further details are clear in the readable text.
Chicago March 1 Hundreds of manufacturers and shippers from the central states are invited to a dinner at the Auditorium Hotel on April 1. Charles H. Deere of Moline will preside and Charles A. Prouty of Vermont will deliver the principal address on competition in railroad rates. The association aims to address dissatisfaction over transportation charges stemming from the Central Freight schedule changes. Julia Ward Howe receives two diplomas from Societa Dante Alligieri in Rome for aiding Italian language and literature promotion in Boston.
The battleship Retvizan, built at Cramp's shipyard in Philadelphia, has been officially added to the czar's navy. She will sail for Cronstadt around April 12.
A Morning Leader dispatch from Sofia says Turkish troops and Macedonian revolutionists fought with heavy casualties. Fourteen Turks and over thirty Bashi-Bazouks were killed in the recent engagement.
J Dy Witter president of the First National Bank of Grand Rapids Wisconsin died at Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago age 67. Other brief items note the Arundell making a first season trip with no ice on the St Clair Flats and Algonac, a border on the Italy labor reform bill protecting women and children in mines and factories, Miss Slinkard of Bicknell Indiana dying after a headache powder, and Cecil Rhodes growing weaker in Cape Town after a restless night.
Report notes armed rebels seize a town as government forces struggle to repel advances. Details on casualties or exact location remain unclear amid persistent clashes and ongoing peace efforts.
Marels 24 recounts Miss Monce accusing school board member Professor Muncie of placing an arm about her and attempting a kiss in the hallway. Denials follow from Muncie and his supporters, while Miss Monce’s father contemplates court action and school board reconsideration. Rev. Mr. Muncie, 400 years old in local lore, says he has taught here 17 years, is married with five children, and active in politics and religion.
Indianapolis reports say Jeffersonville reformatory increases chainmaking output fueling competition. New Albany union seeks AFL and Indiana Federation aid to curb production, warning of widespread unemployment if more workers are added. Also noted is a Clay county infirmary blind man famed for precise fence work and self supplied repair shop.
The fragment notes that John de Tierre was disinherited by his father's will. It cites a rare rack or savage reference and mentions a victim, a mother, and private base context, but details are unclear from the OCR.
At a Chicago audience on March 24 William H Redmond and Joseph Devlin outlined forming United Irish leagues in the United States to support Irish home rule. Redmond pledged to expose British grief, harass the empire, and threaten to destroy the English Parliament if home rule is blocked. The United Irish league was organized.
In Port au Prince on a March date, Leon Gabriel, who claimed France citizenship, was executed after firing at police chief General On meau. Haiti says Gabriel was a Haitian. The French minister says he was a French citizen, registered at the legation, leaving seven children. France requests a French warship. Paris to reply while calm remains.
The court martial of Major W. T. Waller closed after brief evidence. Waller admitted ordering the execution of eleven Samar natives, saying they were treacherous and that treachery could recur if they lived. He claimed actions followed General Smith?s instructions.
The body of Oliver Wright, a Black man, was found near Higbee on March 24 with wounds suggesting a death struggle. Clothing torn and scattered along the road indicate he was whipped to death, though the assailants and motive remain unknown.
Five miles east of Noble an unknown assailant shot and killed Frank Hartman. Hartman’s wife and daughter were wounded in the robbery attempt. The motive remains unclear and the murderers are at large.
Fragmentary report indicates Betsy Bailey, an elderly resident of Maquoketa, died by fire at her residence in Clinton. Details are incomplete but suggest a deadly blaze involving another named woman, Mrs. Serine, at the home.
General G W Davis reports a clash near Taran Paran Mindanao where Moros attacked a signal corps detachment killing one man and capturing transport including four pack mules. Cholera outbreaks cause 16 cases and 15 deaths among natives with more cases and two deaths in the city and provinces. Authorities enforce sanitation as the Third Regiment heads home aboard the Grant despite cholera risk.
James Wilcox found guilty of Nellie Cropsey’s murder in a first degree verdict after a 30 hour jury deliberation. Judge Jones sentenced him to be hanged on April 25, with defense plans to appeal to the supreme court.
Al Mc Murray matchmaker for the Southern Athletic club Charleston left for New York to bid for the Jeffries versus Fitzsimmons contest posting a forfeit. The proposed venue is the exposition grounds beyond Charleston city limits.
In Kings County New York Justice Gaynor ruled Gov Odell removed Charles Guden from office unwarranted based on Col Dike’s conduct. The decision challenges the governor’s appointment of Dike and related events in the sheriff’s office. Also noted is a LaCrosse Wisconsin medical case where Mrs Frank Wichman died after a seven day trance. Bispham resumes singing work following a recent illness in New York.
Remember the Hame Doans feature appears in the apneek ne full edition with focus on a local family and memories. The note highlights heritage and community ties while preserving a simple narrative voice in the column.
A ill child prompt a Danville Illinois parent to recall remedies used for coughs. The piece notes the claim of relief after trying Foley honey and tar and cites a railroad-related financial notice, with a house vacated and rent available.
House recently occupied by F C Climer is for rent at 200 Bearda ley Ave. Modern with furnace and bath. Inquire at the address. Readers who enjoy coffee may find a substitute beneficial and delightful. grocer provides a sample package for six cups to try at home.
Cobwebs promote Bucklen's Arnica Balm as the infallible healer for cuts wounds ulcers skin eruptions burns and piles. Available at Thomas' Drug Store and Housworth Bros. stores.
Auctioneer D S A Nover offers eight desirable residence lots within three minutes' walk of hotels on East Lexington Avenue Elkhart Indiana. The estate administrator Augusta Swift Lane deceased confirms sale date April 5 1992 at 9 00 am with terms exay. Auction notes include a good farm wagon for sale and location details at Strong Avenue 22d3.
Elkhart Lodge No 23 AL D U W announces a Pedro party next Tuesday evening March 26 1902 named our century Prizes for best and poorest players Refreshments after games Tickets 10 cents at the door Members should be ready at 7 30 with goods. Ely Brothers offer 10 cent druggists sample mailed from New York for distribution.
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