Pressing River and Harbor Demands and Census Outlook
The piece notes Mr. Rockhill pressing for river and harbor improvements and broader trade in China, while others seek indemnities. It cites Governor Nash’s renomination, census data showing U S manufacturing growth to 650,000 establishments, and Merriam’s praise of industrial progress since 1800. It mentions a Greenville crime letter, Mrs. Sheldon’s domestic dispute, and Skinner’s view of the U S becoming a moral force via selling a key commodity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Rockhill
China
Merriam
United States
Globe
United States to Dominate Soap Trade with Philippines
Mr Skinner says the Philippines grant the United States the means to control the European soap market long led by Marseille. He notes American exports of cotton oil to the European soap trade and cocoanut crushing centralized in Marseille. Over 1,250,000 pounds of copra from foreign countries arrived in the first half of 1900, most from the Philippines, suggesting American capital could crush nuts in the Philippines and ship oil to the United States, saving freight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
United States
Bureau of Foreign Commerce
Skinner Sys
Philippines
Marseille
Marseilles
Unifying Principle in Governing Orientals Urged
In the Forum for June Prof. Paul S. Retnseh analyzes Western methods in the East, arguing conquered nations require adapted institutions. He warns progressivism risks global peace, notes Eastern loyalties to emperors and rulers as a potential unifying bond across diverse Indian and Asian populations.
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Paul $. Retnseh
Reinsch
East
Alexander
Orient
Ammon
Napoleon
Iskander
India
Java
Sumatra
Holland
England
Chicago Machinists Strike Surges in South Chicago Yards
About two hundred machinists joined a strike in South Chicago ship yards raising the total to more than eighteen hundred. The action began today as workers protested conditions and labor practices, signaling broader industrial unrest in the area.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Motherhood and Health Claims for Dr Pierce’s Prescription
A testimonial touts Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a godsend for women, promising relief from pregnancy related ailments and smoother motherhood. The letter cites improved health after twelve bottles, an easy confinement, and a healthy baby boy, with an offer to send Dr. Pierce’s Medical Adviser for 27 stamps.
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Dr. Pierce
W. J. Kidder
Will Daly Farts
Enosburg Center
Enosburg
Dr. Jerce
Queer Doings of a College Fraternity Annual Election
Busy college days include examinations, commencements, degrees, and summer plans. The piece details how senior fraternities at Yale and other universities elect new members, with carriers like Skull and Bones Scroll and Key and Wolf's Head using dramatic campus rituals such as the shoulder slap to signal selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeta Psi House
TALE
Harvard
Yale
Skull and Bones
Scroll and Key
Wolf's Head
Sigma Phi House
University OF Michigan
Greek Fraternities Shaped by Tradition and Bond
A college scene describes Greek letter societies as formal, social clubs with chapters in many campuses. It notes active and alumni members, notable fraternities like Delta Kappa Epsilon and Phi Delta Theta, and strong reunion ties linking graduates and former students across cities.
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Delta Kappa Epsilon
Phi Delta Theta
Beta Theta Pi
Psi Upsilon
College of William and Mary
Virginia
New York
Delta Kappa Epsilon House
Cornell
General Botha Urges Kruger to Seek Peace
Governor McSweeny refuses to accept the resignations of United States Senators McLaurin and Tillman. He returns them for further consideration and declines to accept, warning that a resignation would inflame politics and hinder state progress, preferring unity over a bitter campaign.
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Columbia
D. C
Associated Press
McSweeny
United States
McLaurin
Tillman
Mrs McKinley Condition Improves Slightly At White House
At the White House this morning officials report Mrs McKinley’s condition shows no improvement last night she rested well and is somewhat more favorable this morning according to a bulletin issued at 11 o clock by Secretary Cortelyou.
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Cortelyou
Passports Granted to Philippines Residents
Washington June 1 The two Filipinos who applied yesterday as residents of the Philippine islands are to be issued passports by Ambassador Choate. Secretary Hay instructed the ambassador to grant protection under the Foraker act and Spooner law, superseding the U S passport rule restricting issuance to United States citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Associated Press
Hay
Choate
Philippine Islands
United States
Puerto Rico
Spooner
Philippines
Soldiers Riot At San Francisco Saloon Near Presidio
A mob of 500 soldiers from the Forty-fifth and Forty-sixth volunteer regiments wrecked Mrs Powers's drinking saloon outside the Presidio after a report a soldier was drugged. The fire department used a hose to disperse the crowd and a man named Harris was badly injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Associated Press
New Glass Plant Planned at Rochester After Fire
The National Glass Company approves a new Rochester plant to replace the one lost to fire. The facility will cost 250000 dollars and employ 1500 workers at start. The main building spans three acres and rises three stories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
National Glass Company
Rochester
Dayton Manufacturing Co Wins Perpetual Injunction
Judge Kumbler issues a perpetual injunction in favor of Dayton Manufacturing Company against Metal Polishers Union No 6 of Dayton. The ruling bars union interference with the company and its employees and holds unions must use peaceable means to pursue their goals.
War ends in Ohio coffee litigation suits
In Ohio courts, suits in the Arbuckle Woolson coffee litigation have been dismissed without prejudice. Judge Doyte, counsel for the Woolsons, says this means a truce has been declared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stepp
Associated Press
Ohio
Arbuckle-Woolson
Doyte
Woolsons
No Indictment In Childbirth Case In Cincaco
The June 1 report states the grand jury found no indictments in the case of Mrs. Judd who died in childbirth under the care of Dowie and others who refused to call a physician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincaco
Associated Press
Judd
County Bonds Sold and Local Legal News in Canton
The county sold 60 000 refinancing bonds to Rudolph Kleyholte Co of Cincinnati at a premium of 97 50. Bonds dated June 1 1901, mature in installments through 1918 and 1915. Also notes partition suit against Philip Rohrer and others and Carnegie library gift planning. Estate matters include partial accounts and real estate sales in several townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
Rudolph Kleyholte & Co
Cincinnati
Crawford
Elsie Rohrer
Common Pleas Court
Philip Rohrer
Verry
Case
Canton Public Library Association
Ghas
Austin Lynch
Julius Whiting, Jr
Library Board
Carnegie
Daniel Hartung
Lawrence Township
William G. Kitzmiller
Tuscarawas Township
John Gurski
Jackson Township
Charles W. Black
Massillon
John W. McGinnis
Assessors reports show declines in personal property values
The city board of equalization reviews ward by ward figures. First ward totals $231,014 in taxable personal property with 177 horses and 154f pianos, while second ward reports $183,809 and 88 dogs. Fourth ward lists 7 horses and 89 carriages among $33,674.12 in personal property. third ward report pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Board of Equalization
Third Ward
Board of Equalization
Godfrey Maier
F. Edward Gleitsman
John B. Wert
First Ward
Second Ward
Fourth Ward
Early Morning Blaze at Massillon Foundry
A small fire in the cupola room of Massillon Foundry Company's Central building started by a spark near the cupola after the cast. The roof and charging platform burned but insured loss minimal. Fire noticed from Erie street, alarm from box 12, ERIE street observers misled by Russell & Co. plant. Fireproof brick building with fire wall limited damage. slate roof slowed spread. Extinguished in about 30 minutes by the department. Insurance through J. E. Johna agency.
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Massillon Foundry Company
Central Fire Department
Erie Street
Russell & Co
J. E. Johna
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