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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1900
Page
1
Reuben S Patterson announces drastic markdowns to five dollars for the remaining stock of 90 jackets in assorted prices from six fifty to twelve dollars. All but a few jackets at fifteen dollars are included in the sale while supplies last, with new goods promised at season start.
A proposed law would create a governor appointed Labor Commission with four members from labor and employer interests to investigate strikes, lockouts, and boycotts. The board, aided by optional arbitration, would compel witness attendance, report facts to the governor, and aim to settle disputes before escalation. Since 18 months, the commission aided 39 cases with only seven unresolved, reducing strikes and improving conditions.
Taige Warren A Reed of Brockton, head of Massachusetts state board of arbitration, argues that a broad cross section of interests supports arbitration to resolve industrial strife. He describes board practices, case load, and the aim to foster voluntary settlements and preemptive agreements before strikes or lockouts.
A Boswell of labor advocates argues arbitration as the peaceful solution to wage and hours battles between railway employers and workers. He cites unions, public opinion, and the Machinists’ Intl as paving the way for orderly settlements, with public arbitration bodies and sustained committees to submit disputes for impartial rulings.
Mr Wilson, president of the Machinists Association, discusses the strike as a modern economic tool. He argues a thoroughly organized effort is necessary and that strikes only occur when all appeals fail, stressing discipline and unity among workers.
Mr Douglas of Brockton Mars is quoted addressing concerns about a business grid and commerce in parts of Ay Wasiness, with phrases indicating efforts to conduct and improve enterprise. The fragmentary report notes his remarks on plans and leadership in local development.
Secretary John B Stahl of the Farmers' National Congress urges peaceful settlement of labor conflicts. He opposes compulsory arbitration and calls for conference led by six employer and six worker representatives to craft a conciliation system. The report details resolutions and committee appointments for a nationwide effort.
An advertisement promotes Dr Bulls Cough Syrup as a remarkable remedy for troublesome and dangerous cold complications in head throat or chest sold for 25 cents.
The Columbia City Post reports Peter Kuhns fears his son Marvin will return from the penitentiary to kill him and his wife Delia Hird, once his sweetheart, now married to Delia’s husband. An Albion resident notes the old man has been nervous and anxious for weeks, fearing recapture or an attack.
In New Orleans a train robber identified as Channing B Barnes was found dead in a swamp with two gunshot wounds after a failed attempt to escape following a hold up of a United States mail train. Police report a hunting knife wound to his throat and shots that ended his effort. The robbery involved dynamite and a bag of mail, with Barnes linked to previous attacks in St Louis and Wellville. His brother and partner were captured.
Dee 18 Cayl Yenis son of Councilman enis and owner of the People's Press left Blufften Monday morning and has not been seen since. His whereabouts are unknown and his wife and babe are with relatives. Domestic quarrels are cited as the cause of the disappearance. his parents and party have no idea where he is.
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