A Struggle for Life in Labor War at St Louis
An interview with a Knights of Labor executive reveals a dire forecast as a nationwide clash with railroad firms deepens. Warns of a rail shutdown if no recognition occurs, with potential extensions to eastern and southern lines and broader industry impact. Arrests and tense protests rise in Missouri and other cities as Labor movements resist company demands.
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Knights of Labor
Bt. Loula
St Louis
Knights of Tabor
Hether
Labor Union
Trade Assembly
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Whele
Gould System
Jay Gould
Eountry
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St. Louis
Chicago
Great Labor Organization
Knights
Antil
Avery
Mons Enslaver
Bay Leon
Missouri Pacific
Leon
Missouri Paettie
Cnights
Wreck and rail sabotage across multiple towns
In Sepana Missouri on a Tuesday afternoon a freight train derailed after the engine and six cars left the track under police guard. An Anticipated sabotage is reported as fish plates were removed and bolts loosened. Injured deputies and a bystander fatally, thousands watched the wreckage. In Atchison Kansas masked men attacked Central Trades shop disabling engines by removing key parts. A separate incident at Disdion Texas saw hundreds of strikers and deputies clash as trains were halted and engines sabotaged or guarded.
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Sepana
Badalia
Atchison, Kou
Lan
Krasoy City
Chicago
World travel deals clash with rail cuts in 1900s rate war
In New York on March 24 the travel scene heats as Pacific Mail Steamship Co slashes fares to Ban Krakiseo and San Francisco to compete with railways. Cabin and steerage rates are dropped, freight rates fall, meals and sleep included, rail rates trimmed, speeding service with three ships monthly instead of two.
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Wome
New York
Ariven
San Francisco
Pacific Mall Steamship Company
Thi Steamship Company
Ban Krangiseo
Baltomores& Ohio
Steamship Company
Pacific Mail
Warren Wins Featherweight Title In New York Bout
Louisvilles Tommy Warren defeats Tommy Barnes of New York for the featherweight crown in a 45 round, three hour bout at Woolock Mill Creek, Warren dominates after early exchanges, awarded title under Queensberry rules for $260 aside. The lengthy contest follows reports from across the era detailing shipbuilding ambitions, a fatal gas explosion in Pittston, and political crackdowns in Bulgaria as part of a broader early 20th century news digest.
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New York
America
Tommy Warren
Louisville
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Aries
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What Water For What Wait For A Personal Answer
A speech by Sam Jones at a Chicago venue urges personal commitment over church rituals. He argues religion demands individual repentance and warns against delaying salvation for worldly pleasures. The preacher challenges listeners to choose swiftly between heaven and a hypocritical life, urging action now.
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Sam
Walt
Theo
Aung Ib
Abe
Oni
Aldo al Renson
Avery
Brother Minal
Lavinia
Gauah Tarou
Brother Moody
Adil
Bob Hye Wold
Laughton
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Jones
Old Fallow
Sam Jones
van Waitin
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Dapes Naked Chase
Bau
Detectives chase Chicago robbery and murder suspects
A Chicago detective reports a suspect on the murder and express robbery case tied to the Chicago and Rock Island Line and Hallway companies. A bloodied handkerchief and letters point to a Joliet man. police expect arrests within 24 hours as they follow the trail along the Illinois river.
No End to the Talk as Senate Debates Resolution
Washington City March 24 Senator George spoke on the resolution noting a deep split among Republicans over its constitutionality. The debate stretched with many speeches to come, while other actions included a pension bill for Mr. Hancock and various appropriations and rule discussions in the House.
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Henator Qeorge
Tore
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Mbsthiate
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Guts Hancock
Senate
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Kogan
Ryles
Aml
Jack Won
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Lille
Bureau of Public Health
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bin Soryiges
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Salem, Uru
Nelson
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Howe
Conmiores
Weaver
Nellagke
Congress
Piyera
Manning Illness Ties Up Cabinet Activities in Washington
Secretary Manning collapsed after a cabinet meeting Tuesday, spraining an ankle and suffering dizziness. Doctors treated him at home and no serious harm was reported, though he will miss days of work as a result. News from Cal Daniel Le Mont notes the incident and the surrounding congressional actions continue amid uncertainty.
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Magnig
Eburn
Hovclouk
United Press
Cal Daniel
Lemont
Ma. Manning
Lincoln
Hamilton
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