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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1902
Page
1
Large scale demonstrations marked Labor Day with tens of thousands marching in Scranton Philadelphia and other cities. Money donated for striking miners appeared in the Chicago parade while speeches by labor leaders including Samuel Gompers and Joan Mitchell emphasized union solidarity.
Special to The Poet Reston Mary September 1 antiimperialist leaders headquartered in Boron end signatories oppose further agitation after President Roosevelt allegedly offers independence for the Philippines. They favor a limited federal setup and await philippine self rule once locals prove capability under governance.
Washington reports surprising results from the Philippine tariff act, with imports from the Philippines for the first five months yielding modest revenue. Officials note that receipts fall short of costs and predict a restrictive effect on trade, urging Congress to review the system.
Minneapolly Minnesota September 1 General Mir Worrance commander in chief of the G A T appeals for funds to the ALR veterans to aid the erection of a home for ex Confederate veterans at Minion Creek Ala He pays tribute to the gray wearers and says only by UNION SOUTH and friend nations aid can the home be built He believes such action by the A R will prove stronger than any other gesture that the great war is past.
A distorted plea from workers on strike complains of dire hunger affecting 19 000 men and 19 000 women and children in Asia. The speaker appeals to workers in New Orient for support and urges miners of the anthracite regions to seek bread to preserve their dignity.
Amid threatened weather Labor Day saw large parades in Kansas City and Louisville with city officials and labor leaders leading processions. Speeches by notable figures from Indiana and Boston highlighted the day as workers celebrated nationwide despite showers and early evening activities.
Labor Day activities included parades and observances in Knoxville Bonville and Mobile. Central Labor Union of Hawkins Tennessee participated, while Chattanooga hosted races and ceremonies featuring Hacoe and other figures. Day highlighted union-led displays and public gatherings.
Representative William Hepburn chairs the Hotel committee of Interstate and Forage Commerce and still favors the Nicaragua route for a canal. He doubts a Panama route will be built, citing costs and land issues, while noting Panama Canal Company has not secured property. He warns the canal project faces delays and political opposition, including expenses tied to pension holders and broader government scrutiny.
A massive volcanic eruption at Mount Pelée devastates Morne-Ritége and surrounding villages in Martinique. Reports describe widespread destruction at Le Carbet and Port du Frime, with ash showers, lava, and flows forcing mass evacuations as authorities scramble to move residents to safety.
A Labor Day parade in Birmingham Alabama was held with a local civic chorus and public gathering. The event featured marching units and a community turnout on the city streets during the afternoon activities.
On a busy day the city halted business as executives and departments paused operations. A planned street pageant evolved into a large parade in New York drawing 2 080 attendees and marking Labor Day celebrations. Public pages and officials attended, while preparations for the event paused normal functions.
In Berlin today a ceremony honors Asian army officers with Lt Col 2.8 Kees presiding. The event marks a formal recognition of service. attendees include Berit, Sheptenmbae, Chin, Youngs, Bilagdlee, and Wooll among others.
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