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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1901
Page
2
A broad survey of political and economic shifts across the United States and Canada notes slow population growth in Canada, partisan tensions in Ohio and Missouri, and evolving views on labor wages. It highlights Bryan and Tillman’s political standing, Gatling’s foray into farm tech, and a French wheat shortfall with U S export implications.
Strained relations persist among Democracy factions across arenas, with conflicts apparent between A APHIVE aligned groups and rival supporters, signaling ongoing political tension within the movement.
A Chicago Record Herald correspondent notes political dampening in several counties as Populists faced criticism. The piece describes Norway’s government loan scheme to farmers at 3 percent for 25 years to buy and improve farms, comparing it to Populist ideas. It also covers General McArthur’s report on the Philippines and its strategic economic military value for the United States, stressing peaceful possession as essential to national progress.
Notes from abroad describe Marseille seeking a free port decree from President Lauber and lawyers contending executive power. A royal funeral ends Hindoo attendants. services in German at the Chapel Royal cease. An Italian girls’ boarding school disrupted at the Swiss frontier for smuggling cigars and tobacco worth 330000. American dollar value slides from eight to three and a half milreuix, reducing missionary pay. The British mint increases medal output to 16600 weekly, with 102042 South African medals issued to Woolwich by year end.
The Cincinnati Enquirer presents a voter choice poll selecting the five most popular barbers in Cincinnati. This afternoon the winning five will engage in a shaving event for a beneficent purpose, as editor McLean aims to lift public spirits amid political disappointments.
Anthony Howells, a Democratic candidate for lieutenant governorship, is listed as an incorporator of The Times Publishing Company of Musel loan. The Mansfield News notes his involvement in organizing the company and an organ project.
In cases of cough or croup give the fit the one Minute Cough Care. They rest easy and have no fear. The child will be all right in a little while. It never fails. Pleasant to take, always safe, sure and instantaneous in effet. Chas. W. Cupplea, 180 W. Tremont st. Rider & Snyder, 12 E. Main St.
Milwaukee August 17 Bay View lodge of the Amalgamated association faces a second vote on whether to obey President Shaffer's strike order. Michael F. Tighe and W Davis met with local President Redfern as sentiment shifts toward a strike, following Joliet's action, though many conservatives favor remaining at work. If charter revocation follows, the matter goes to the national convention. critics call Shaffer's call illegal and require a hearing before district board.
Philadelphia August 17 authoritative notice says within days President Schwab of United States Steel will assume control of Bethlehem Steel and Bethlehem Iron. Schwab holds stock option at 24 dollars a share expiring August 26. Over 240000 of 300000 shares are in Girard Trust as trustee. Wharton doubts US Steel will gain control or plans for plants.
Winona Lake Ind Aug 17 An important meeting of the evangelistic committee appointed at Philadelphia in May by the Presbyterian general assembly will be held Aug 22. The committee plans nationwide evangelistic campaigns and includes noted evangelistic workers. Chair Doum B Converse of Philadelphia leads the panel with Rev J Wilburnapman Rev W J Chichester Rev S S Palmer Rev J Balcom Shaw Rev George P Wilson as members. Lay members include James J Buchanan Pittsburg E A K Hackett Fort Wayne Ind John Willis Baer Boston and Charles Holt Chicago.
Washington reports state department telegram from Russell charge d affaires in Venezuela says the Colombian minister left Caracas voluntarily and plans to return. Russell has seized legation property and archives during absence but does not claim to assume Colombian interests unless requested. The Venezuelan government’s end is implied.
August 17 in Longinoy Mississippi militia guards saved James Dunning a Black man from a lynching at Snaidi jail. Guards stood with fixed bayonets as a white mob hooted outside the jail. first Mississippi War incident where militia rescued a Black man. Governor Langina extended congratulations to the cavalry.
Southampton August 17 The steamer St Paul bound for New York today will carry Congressman Grosvenor of Ohio and George Westinghouse among her passengers, along with Depew County’s notable figures.
Joliet Illinois August 17 2500 Illinois Steel workers joined the strike closing most plants including American Tin Plate and Pressed Steel Car with 500 workers. Idle time threatens 2000 more at American Steel and Wire 500 at Joliet stove works and 500 at Phoenix Horseshoe. Leaders discuss a new phase while Adams returns from Pittsburg and calls a joint conference of steel mill judges. A union expansion aims to bring 1000 skilled men and all common laborers into the Amalgamated Association.
Vice President John Pierce of the Amalgamated association revisits Duncansville to urge workers not to fill strikers’ jobs. He advises staying away from places where Amalgamated men are out, noting many own homes and steady work, though pay is lower than in Pittsburgh. He also toured Hollidaysburg, where nonunion men may be kept from taking striker vacancies, before heading to Pittsburgh.
Youngstown Ohio August 17 The employees of the American Steel Hoop company at two mills voted unanimously against an informal conference on the wage scale proposed by Superintendent McCoombs. The decision followed advice from Amalgamated vice president Ward who said any proposition should go to President Shafter. Company officials say workers misunderstand the situation and the firm plans to resume mall operations next week.
The August tropical storm near Mobile reached winds of 70 miles an hour and caused wide destruction. Reports say a pleasure yacht Ariel wrecked at Battles Wharf with all onboard missing. Communications are down, Fort Morgan and nearby islands are cutoff, awaiting news of islanders and crew.
Indianapolis residents and Cuban supporters plan to cover Edward P Thompson’s 409 dollar fine rather than see him imprisoned. Funds have been arranged with Cuban allies and the goal is to remit the penalty so he can return home.
Pekin reports Sir Ernest Satow argues withdrawal before the protocol is signed would remove the main incentive for China to sign. Powers postpone evacuation, plan to occupy Temple of Heaven and Temple of Agriculture until barracks are ready. Japanese commander heads Chinese police amid tensions as court shown wary of powers remaining in Chi Li. Fort destruction protocol unresolved.
Washington reports Immigration Inspector Smiley investigated Bellaire Ohio area mills amid claims United States Steel imported workers from Canada. Commissioner Powderly said the inquiry should show no importations and cited dispatched instructions to stop mechanics from entering for the mills. He noted possible transfers from Pittsburg or McKeesport but no immigration law violations.
In Carbondale on August 17, 60 of 400 American teachers sailing from San Francisco to Manila on the transport Thomas were married near Honolulu after a 10 day acquaintance. The captain barred sea weddings. 30 couples found a clergyman upon arrival and toured the bay aboard a chartered beat, a report from a local representative.
In the House of Commons London Aug 17 G E Armstrong editor of The Globe and W T Madge manager attended the bar in custody for gross breach of privileges by accusing Nationalist members of corruption in private bill legislation. They apologized and withdrew the allegations after a protest by John Redmond, then were severely reprimanded by the speaker.
Cleveland August 17 State Building and Loan Inspector Mauck swore out a warrant for the arrest of J A Blodt late secretary of the Guarantee Savings and Loan association on embezzlement charges Blodt recently resigned amid a state investigation by officials
Wesley Brinkman a farmer and George Shippiway his hired help die when a train hits their wagon at Paw Paw West Virginia. Also reports that Company I of the Fighth Ohio national guard has given up pursuit of Millersburg bank robbers. Tyrone iron company in Pennsylvania raises wages 10 percent for 400 workers starting September 1. A three foot house snake attached to a Mercer county woman’s skirt is killed before causing harm.
Calumet Mich Aug 17 Three men were killed and two fatally hurt when a rock fell in the Tamarack mine area. Rescue efforts and investigations are underway as officials assess the cause and extent of the injuries.
Philip Doxey a former city resident died at his home in Danal Falfony Friday after a lingering illness from consumption. He was about 30 with two sisters in Chester Bereet and Peters burg. Funeral Sunday at 2 pm interment in Cabal Fulton cemetery. Death followed an ice skating accident and pneumonia. Arthur Connors aged 38 died at Top MaSillong hospital after three years as an inmate. Cause listed as gastroenteritis. A brother arrived to take charge of the body.
The article mixes endorsements from Gustav J. Sailer of Hotel Sailer and cigar maker who praise Doan's Kidney Pills as a trusted remedy with claims of their curative powers. It notes availability from Foster-Milburn of Buffalo and lists other products like Foley's Honey and Tar and DeWitt's Little Early Risers. Rider & Snyder are cited for distribution.
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