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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1903
Page
2
A garbled Kansas newspaper page parades mixed items from British politics to sensational anecdotes. It touches on Balfour’s majority, Irish questions, royal remarks, Marquand vase sale, and assorted cultural curiosities, with brief jabs at taxation, marriage gossip, and world affairs.
A burglar alarm photographs the intruder and unsettles the household, drawing the attention of Wally the police. The fragment hints at a quirky, satirical scene where an attachment could “harden the burglar” and link him to a grand piano in the parlor.
Buffalo police remain without a clear suspect in the Edwin L Burdick murder case. Marion Hutchinson, a stenographer in the slain man’s office, was briefly jailed and released for lack of evidence. Pennell, a key figure linked to Burdick’s domestic affairs, died in a car crash with his wife after a heavy rain. Police insist the Pennell death does not end their search and vow continued investigation. Hutchinson contends she may sue for false arrest. A Chicago connection notes rival candidacy of Lewis Good for national steel workers’ president amid broader labor actions.
The article discusses the limited efficiency of electric light compared to gas or kerosene, noting electric power’s high production costs for lighting. It also offers a craft tip converting wine cases into decorative storage, including dyeing, varnishing, and arranging three stacked cases as planters or light holders.
TheMilwaukee Workers International Union aims to oust Chicago No 73 seceded from the International. The rival Chicago Federation of Labor seeks to unseat the seceding local which has long dominated the cornice industry. The seceding faction enjoys strong backing and operates with police protection while negotiations with manufacturers stall. A Pittsburg conference truce was cited to extend until after Milwaukee’s April 27 meeting.
Agreement welcomed as a mutual concession between bituminous operators and miners ends years of stalemate. The 14 percent wage rise is framed as a necessary burden to consumers, while avoiding anthracite disruption, troop involvement, or costly federal inquiry. The settlement contrasts with prior anthracite strikes and aims to prevent further economic hardship.
The conflict between the two national factions of sheet metal workers is likely to be settled at the convention. The Amalgamated Sheet Metal union is involved in the dispute and will seek a resolution during the gathering.
George W Perkins president of the Cigarmakers' International union responds to James J Hill and Charles L Hutchinson warnings of a labor driven panic. He cites historical panics since independence and argues labor unions reduce panic, while stock speculation fuels economic lows.
The Hines Lumber company settled with the Amalgamated Woodworkers union ending a long walkout. Workers won a nine hour day and the company hopes the news stays quiet to avoid triggering wider unrest among remaining ten hour shift employees. Lumber tally men may seek similar concessions now that the woodworkers have achieved victory.
Painters in Allegheny county, Pennsylvania, demand a new eight hour day wage of 3.60 dollars a day for the coming year. They threaten a strike on March 2 if their request is denied, while most contractors say the demand will not be granted. Some letters and verbal assurances show tentative support. The painters argue they are, save for one exception, the lowest paid trade in Pittsburgh’s building industry.
The long running labor war between the Boot and Shoe Workers' Union and the Knights of Labor in Lynn Massachusetts continues with no side yielding. Estimates place the total cost of the strike, including wages sacrifice and incidentals, well over $60,000 to date.
The article notes a national wave of wage increase demands from organized labor. Labor bodies across major cities, including Washington, have notified employers that higher pay will be sought in the coming spring, signaling a potential epoch in labor history.
Secretary Hodge of the National Brickmakers' union issued charters for two new locals in the past week, bringing the parent body to 145 locals and a total membership exceeding 8,000.
Ottawa civil servants seek higher pay while Toronto pavers organize a union. Aberdeen retail clerks form a group. Milwaukee shoe factory workers unionize. Toronto bricklayers weigh demanding higher wages. Harriman system boilermakers may strike if Union Pacific denies a conference. Cleveland wage gains prompt bill posters to push into Toledo.
The Hungarian government proposes a steamship line between Flume and the United States to divert the current flow of emigration heading to America via Germany.
Mrs Hugh Heed Gruin has been reelected president of the Society of American Women in London. The society aims to create a social center for Americans in London.
The article notes a rift between renowned pianist Paderewski and rival Moritz Rosenthal. Rosenthal, admired by German audiences for his rapid technique, is described as "the demon pianist" for his astonishing speed at the instrument.
An American chemist texts a device where speaking into a tube alters a chemical solution’s color to reflect truthfulness or deception. The system claims distinct vivid colors describe truth and mendacity.
A London fad spreading to America features ladies dressed as ducks and tables adorned with duck decorations. Menus showcase ducks prepared in various styles and even ice shapes imitate duck forms, reflecting the playful, whimsical trend among social circles.
Postcards remained the most popular form of postal communication in England over the past year. Counts show about 445 million postcards sent, a growth of over six percent from the previous year.
Frank Newton of New Berlin Wisconsin describes a two year battle with back pain and weakness. After starting two pills three times daily he rapidly improved with increased appetite and energy. He credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for the notable recovery and renewed health.
A quotation urging workers to pursue new work and nobleness. It calls for subduing mutiny discord and despair through manfulness justice mercy and wisdom attributed to Carlyle. The line emphasizes grown men and noble conduct as the world’s demand.
Paris plans a new Victor Hugo museum at a preserved Louis Treize house on Place des Vosges. The building, once inhabited by the poet in his youth, will become a literary attraction highlighting Hugo and his era.
In six months facta reveal an alarming condition with more child labor in New York City than in the southern states combined.
P. Austin, chief of the bureau of statistics, is preparing a book on the development of boundary lines of the states and territories. He notes changes since colonial days and aims to document shifts in borders and governance over time.
Atchison Globe reports a humorous prompt about warming a fathon with feet and questions whether to endure a cold night or take action in the interest of water jugs.
A White's Creek merchant recounts being rejected for life insurance due to coffee linked heart issues. He tried Postum Cereal Coffee, found his heart steadier, and secured cheaper coverage, with doctors noting coffee as a risk factor.
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