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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
5
A large militia force is mobilized in Pawtucket Rhode Island as riots erupt sparked by a strike against the United Traction company. Major clashes injure many, a 12 year old boy is fatally wounded, and Deputy Sheriff Horton is implicated in the shooting. Gov. Kimball proclaims measures to restore order while the city foresees continued unrest.
In Pawtucket a deputy sheriff, William J. Welsh, was arrested for assault with intent to kill after a boy was shot. Detective Haberlin and Special Officer Hannigan faced a mob at the station, with a revolver and four cartridges found on Welsh. Adam Saunders, a private, testified to seeing the sheriff fire the shot. Welsh pleaded not guilty and is held on $1000 bail. Mayor Fitzgerald, returning from his wedding trip, was informed of the unsettled conditions.
Providence Rhode Island June 12 reports show a calm scene despite a street railway strike. Troops were deployed by Gov Kimball, with minimal attacks on conductors or motormen and about 75 percent of cars running. Suburban districts saw some vandalism and rocks thrown at cars. After a conference with Attorney General Stearns, the governor issued a proclamation ordering rioters in Pawtucket to disperse and return home.
Roanoke Va June 12 The Norfolk and Western officials say Pocahatas coal fields tension eases and a quick settlement seems likely Forty of 46 mines are operating today with many returning workers being union members Mine owners claim the strike is effectively broken and expect all mines to run by next Monday Clinch valley and Thacker fields are fully working Tug river field resumes with a small force No violence reported
Bluefield West Virginia June 12 Regard less of union claims that under two percent would return this morning more men are at work today than since the strike began. About a hundred Hungarians were imported last night and 175 to 200 loaded cars are expected in the region. Eighty five percent of men remain out.
Washington reports that General Wood funded Cuban literature aiding reciprocity efforts. Senator Platt and Senator Spooner met with President Roosevelt after Wood’s activities were raised. Officials expect a White House statement tomorrow, though Wood has not yet been summoned before the investigating committee.
Reports state a new ship building group considers a vast dry dock on the eastern shore of Staten Island near the quarantine station. Plans are prepared but location kept secret. The dock would provide Atlantic liner accommodations currently available only in Europe.
B A Lakey of 294 Elizabeth street Auburn New York reports six years of knee rheumatism relieved by Dr David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy. The ad asserts the medicine targets uric acid at the root of disease and offers 60 cent and 1.00 size bottles plus free trial sample by mail. Golden Plasters promote muscle strength and pain removal at 15 cents each.
A Kennebec river accident at Bath ends in the drowning of Mrs Wilbur Howe, her daughter Ula aged three, and Eva Morris aged 12. Four others escape, including Wilbur Howe who swims ashore with two children and Edgar Crockett. The ferryboat struck the boat crossing the river overturning it and the bodies were recovered.
A Nashville Chattanooga and St. Louis RR collision near Hooker and Summit killed three men and seriously injured about 15 others. The Jasper accommodation from Chattanooga left at 2.40 pm. the Nashville fast mail, behind schedule, met it at Summit. Fireman Rankin died instantly. Engineer Rollins and RailRo George J Ray were badly hurt. fireman Bernard burned to death. Express Messenger Webb died. No passengers were seriously hurt.
United States ambassador Joseph H. Choate hosted Whitelaw Reid special envoy to the coronation of King Edward at his London residence. The dinner occurred tonight as relations and ceremonial duties between the two nations continue.
Lowell reader John Gallagher recounts three years of back pain attributed to rheumatism. After trying Doan's Kidney Pills he found the issue stemmed from the kidneys and has kept the remedy at home. He reports quick relief from cold-related flare ups and shares the product’s availability at local druggists. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY advertises Doan's as sole US agents.
In Richford Vermont an elevator at the C. C. Manuel & Son Veneer mill collapsed from a three story drop, killing Charles Wilson and Sydney Harvey and severely injuring about a dozen others, many mill workers, with two believed fatally hurt. Doctors aided the injured as crews worked to rescue survivors.
Patrick Duffy died from blood poisoning after a fight early Memorial Day. Three Medway men Michael Gallucia Charles A Morse and Frank Cullen were held in 5000 bail each for June 21 appearance on an implicated in the affair. Autopsy set for tomorrow. Duffy left a widow and six children. Gallucia and Morse posted bonds. Cullen remained held.
Newark New Jersey June 12 R V Lindaburg counsel for United States Steel filed an answer to Miriam Barger suit to restrain retirement of 200 million dollars of preferred stock and issue bonds instead The answer denies intent to make new bonds convertible into common stock The directors action retiring preferred stock was approved by nearly all capital stock The Morgan contract approved by more than a majority of stockholders excluding 2 061 876 Morgan shares Of 8 124 435 remaining shares 5 642 912 voted for the contract and under 13 000 opposed
The Lancashire Chamber of Commerce and the Association of Cotton Operatives in London organized a British Cotton Growers' Association to promote cotton growth in the British Empire. A $25,000 guarantee fund was raised, and a committee will dispatch experts globally to collect cultivation data, acquire land for experimental stations, establish plantations, train natives, and maintain cotton exchanges.
San Juan Puerto Rico June 12 The United States cruisers Cincinnati and Toka are awaiting orders with their liners full of coal Their destination is unknown
Castorita is promoted as the familiar product line known for reliable quality. The brief item notes the continued availability and branding of the beverage in the local market.
A collection of anecdotes shows revenge in animals, from elephants remembered for peppered sandwiches to elephants dunking officers, a well-drinking elephant battle, a pin-pricked trunk, a dog gang punishing a tormentor, a mud-spattered baboon, and parrots plotting petty payback.
A report notes 238 button factories operate nationwide employing about 9000 people including men women and children, reflecting the country’s labor landscape and industrial reach.
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