19 Oct 1902
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1902
Page
1
Reports from Ithaca and Pittsburgh detail heavy coal shipments, with 25,000 tons targeted after mine and washeries output. Independents push price increases 80 cents per ton amid high demand, while Shenandoah unions resist strike withdrawal without job guarantees. Mitchell arbitration move endorsed by Hazleton council.
El Paso October 18 The large Federal Copper company smelter in El Paso will resume operations Monday after nine months of closure due to the copper price crash. The firm has quietly bought Mexican ore and reportedly has 200 carloads of ore in sight, with Mexican mining products to be processed.
Washington weather bulletin notes showers in eastern Texas and cooler conditions in the north on Monday. Coastal areas to expect showers and cooler winds from the southeast. Oklahoma and Indian Territory forecast for Sunday and Monday show fall-like conditions with unsettled skies.
President Roosevelt for the first time in weeks went horseback with his daughter and seven aides from the White House. Fortunate details are scarce but the outing marks a rare public appearance in Washington.
A report from Weebington dated October 18 discusses potential coal price hikes after the strike. It cites expected wage increases for miners and argues that coal may permanently rise by at least 60 cents per ton, with railroads and coal companies seeking compensation for strike losses.
Wilkesbarre Pa October 18 reports indicate the anthracite region sees little change as miners hold peaceable meetings. A strong push to accept the arbitration plan faces opposition but is not seen as derailing. Officials expect further debate on reemployment of strikers and the future of old plant assignments.
President Roosevelt issues an executive order to curb circular letters soliciting political contributions from federal employees. The Civil Service Act is cited to prohibit solicitation by any government official or employee, with penalties and enforcement outlined. The memo notes withdrawals and replacements of circulars by the Republican committee and references to Ohio and Washington actions.
Washington October 18 A reclaimed notice posted on the Library bulletin board rebukes those who abuse leave privileges at the Pension Office. It lists an employee in line for promotion and cites leave records four years of fourtee days, not sick leave for eight years, and notes a favorable chief recommendation. The document names Wigin Georgia and hints at proposed rewards and political pressure within the office.
A British nobleman’s nephew, Bing Nuhkman, died after leaping from a moving freight car atop a Balt Fork bridge near Ponca City Oklahoma Territory. He bet the momentum would carry him to the bank and struck a rock in the river. Police found a letter from London and evidence of military service in his pockets.
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