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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1902
Page
5
Report summarizes a street railway strike activity with committees forming to aid peace, and a Labor Hall meeting where drivers and conductors discussed grievances. Wages, living costs, and emergency measures are debated as the union seeks to preserve goodwill and coordinate strike actions and relief offers. Mayor Morrison addresses attendees urging unity and orderly conduct.
Street War WAL employees in El Puno clash with management over a Houston style dispute. Strikes began November 1 with workers returning to work after a partial halt. Company may seek arbitration within nine days to decide on union recognition.
Meeting notes describe a tentative scheme linked to negotiations with city groups and a plan to coordinate actions. Key figures include Mr Twertion and Wagdietin with involvement from Pikeriere Co. and Cena. Discussions cover strike repercussion and potential court actions amid rising tensions and scheduling changes.
The Toten Electric Company manager says no action will be taken until President Baldwin arrives Wednesday. He notes Baldwin was in Savannah and will conduct negotiations upon arrival. Officials report orders and quiet prevail and mails will continue to be delivered as arranged while awaiting further guidance.
The Will Garry Mail dispute shows concessions by strikers and a tentative mood toward Uncle Sam. A midafternoon conference involving committee members and an official from Dunn’s party discussed tolls, transit, and mail carrier duties with United States input. The street railway company outlined routes and service needs while workers offered services if the company would grant passenger permits.
The record notes widespread imitation of Oxidine and related products. Authorities compare counterfeits to genuine items and urge consumers to verify authenticity. Officials warn imports and sales may violate regulations and pose safety risks.
A Street Railway Employees committee petitions Houston leaders on November 2 seeking a nine hour workday and arbitration for future disputes. They urge city action to avert strikes and note workers overwork, safety concerns, and past protests including demonstrations by drivers and conductors.
A local commission outlines a seven wagonette service to ease transit disruptions. Public workers face reduced hours and crowded streets as operators expect fare changes and routes on Washington avenue Montgomery avenue and nearby streets to serve clerks and other workers during the strike period.
A disjointed local item describes guards at the Houston Electric power house on Commerce Avenue enforcing access with direct questions about orders. It notes added electric lights and increased security, while other details remain unclear due to garbled text.
A December report from Savannah details Baldwins plan to raise hourly pay at Houston and Hatunmmh plants. Wages scale from 12 to 24 cents, with steps at six months and two years. Officials defend the hikes as needed despite counterclaims of delays and strike pressures.
The article reports on a Mahon passenger slip issue with officials discussing the situation and possible actions. It notes that no active plan has been announced and emphasizes ongoing questions about responsibility and potential remedies. Firemen at Central Station held a meeting to discuss aid and a committee was formed to visit the river area for inspection and possible assistance. Public officials and merchants are involved in seeking a settlement and orderly resolution.
A week of festivity is planned in Houston starting December 20 featuring Gankili & Miritog’s Midway aggregation for the Haven Carnton Charity Fund. The event aims to boost the city’s holiday spirit with twenty three shows four of which are top acts. Railroads extend holiday rates to cover the period, and Major Spencer Hutchins praises the effort as a rare winter celebration to aid the charity.
Public notice outlines lawful carriage charges within city limits, detailing fares for street cars, private hacks, and hotels. It specifies rates per hour, distance, and surcharges, with driver duties to collect fares and provide receipts, plus penalties for overcharging or improper carriage practices.
A garbled letter to the editor praises street car workers for their dedication to public service. It laments misread names and dates, while defending conduct and showing respect for transit staff amid a faulty transcription.
A garbled account describes conduct alleged against several individuals, mentioning collaboration and alleged misdirection in a trial stage. The text hints at warnings, responsibilities, and potential Bbehavior concerns within a court or committee setting, with references to speakers and observers and mentions of an ongoing examination.
A faded report describes a 1910s style audition at a Baltimore venue, featuring Baldwin and a group of juveniles performing in a home setting with New Orleans tones. The piece notes a bright caller and a general sense of Western spirit influencing the gathering and a binding focus on book and letter work by a local craftsman.
Fragmentary text mentions Dr Kennedy and a legal dispute over insurance. References to multiple names and unclear events suggest a contested plan or coverage matter. The exact roles and outcomes are not explicit in the readable lines.
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