Outrage by Miners Hurts Two and Five Injured
Indiana riot story details four hundred union coal miners from Vincennes and nearby towns attacking nonunion workers at La Prospect mine. William Scott badly beaten. W P Collins seriously injured. Henry Hannery near death. Mrs Scott slapped. Otis Scott and Dottie Scott assaulted. several others injured. violence erupted after mob marched from Union station to the mines.
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Dottie
Lugeuold
Robert Ate Daniel
Jul Scott
Aldie
Maine
Missing Stowls Captors Seized In Balkan Report
A reporter states United States contacts probe capture of Miss Stone and Mme in the Balkans. Bulgarian officials deny demands to release captives. Washington discussions hint at military move after failed negotiations. Eight bandits remain, some sympathetic to the captives.
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Guns For Boers Spark British Action In Bremers Dock
London reports the British government decla s a seizure of a steamer believed smuggling arms to the Boers. A searchlight on the mast uncovered four field S and powder quantities, with interior fittings for 500 to 600 men. The captain testified he was instructed by a PIA employee to head for Mamber, contacting authorities on municipal matters.
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McKinley Memorials Move Toward Joint National Memorial
Washington November 20 The William McKinley Memorial Arch Association reports it cannot suspend public appeals for funds due to delay. It seeks joint action with the Canton Monument Association to coordinate collections and distribution, urging swift steps to avoid endangering a national memorial in Washington.
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Mrs Stevens Chosen Leader At W C T U Convention
Fort Worth Texas November 20 The national convention of the Loyal Temperance Union debated statehood for Oklahoma and Indian Territory and endorsement of the Prohibition party. Mrs Lilian S M Stevens was unanimously elected president for the coming year with Clara Sluman and Helen Morton in key posts.
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Ilelen Morton
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City Treasurer Philip Geist Suspended Amid Probes
City treasurer Philip Geist faces suspension as Mayor Daffalo alleges falsified records and misappropriation. The charge includes loans to banks totaling over 10000 and transfers of city funds to personal use. An examination is underway into accounts shown as in progress and shortages across multiple months.
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Baltimore and Ohio appoints new Pilsboro division superintendent
November 20 Ballimore reports T. Z. English, superintendent of the middle division, was named superintendent of the Pilsboro division to succeed E L John Garrow who resigned. The appointment takes effect today.
Reciprocity convention debates tariff policy at Washington
In Washington on November 20 the reciprocity convention elected E. E. P. Wilson of Cincinnati as temporary chairman and Mr. Search as permanent president. The opening address urged harmonizing differing opinions to expand foreign trade through tariff concessions. Speakers argued that reduced duties could aid industry and exports while protecting essential domestic interests.
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Steel billet trade impact blamed on United States Steel company
Vctatt Minnie man St Louis Millers club Murray Shipley Ma Cincinnati J Gordon Manufacturers club Philadel erge A Jenghlin Wheelins W Va voiced that United States Steel company harmed their organization by raising costs and cutting materials supply. He warned trade with South America faces extinction as the new steel giant monopolizes markets. Speeches followed from various attendees.
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Murray Shipley
Cincinnati
J. Gordon Manufacturers’ Club
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Wheelins
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United States Steel Company
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South America
Final sessions of missionary committee in Pittsburg find $426210 for global efforts
The final sessions of the general missionary committee of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Pittsburg discuss allocations for city evangelization in the United States and global outreach in Asia Africa and South America. Funds of $210 for local work, $500 for Pilishburg, and £276 for Allegheny division are noted along with resolutions praising Christ Church and its hosting women.
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Hawke and hemp parts probe rattles officials
Washington dispatch notes a heated inquiry into hemp business dealings involving Hawke and associates. The report cites alleged promises and canvassing attempts by Hawke to influence officials and participants, with questions about opened and closed hemp parts and ties to promoters.
Man Dies After Pneumonia Following Surgery
Aged 18, a patient identified as Mr Math died from allied pneumonia after an operation. The news comes from The Only News with limited readable details on the hospital or dates.
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Only News
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Import Controls Rise As Austro-Hungary Fears American Goods
Report from Vienna notes Austrian manufacturers and farmers unite to curb American imports, especially flour corn lard and steel, amid fears the United States dominates global commerce. Gompers weighs bail for Santiago Iglesias case. Puerto Rico governor pledges protection. Senate reshuffles debate interstate and foreign relations committees. Colon capture confirmed by state department as Marines advance in Caribbean theater.
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Liberals Victorious in Colombia Clash Amid Civil Unrest
In Colon, Colombia, twelve men were killed and thirty wounded during a political confrontation. The liberal faction claimed victory after clashes that disrupted public order and drew news attention to the unrest blamed on rival groups and authorities.
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FATAL ANTI-TOXIN VERDICT IN ST LOUIS HASTENS RECKLESS PREPARATION
Coroner Funkhouser found negligence by the St. Louis health department in diphtheria anti toxin production after seven children died of lockjaw. The report cites improper testing and a horse used in toxin preparation, with serum deemed non toxic and tainted by tetanus before testing could confirm safety. The panel warned that essential tests were skipped before distributing the serum.
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Many Accomplices In Remarkable Prison Escape
Columbus officials uncover details of Charles Lowrey’s daring escape from a guard at the penitentiary. A Tse Chih railway train carried Lowrey as an enforced passenger with two to three men at nearly every station. Passengers recall an uprising and a large backup by suspected accomplices to protect Lowrey and the guard and prevent intervention.
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Fruit jar industry splits as firms go independent
Marion reports disruption as the Marion Fruit Hit and Gottle Company notes that manufacturers have sold through a single agent. J J McCult Loch, president, says efforts to fix an equitable interest failed. Other glassware makers enter fruit jar fields, breaking favorable market conditions and threatening prices.
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Abe
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Ohio National Guard strength report November 1917
Columbus report details the Ohio National Guard totals by November 1917 with commissioned officers and rank and file counts. It notes muster actions, new conscripts, and the discharge of the Fourth Battalion while several enlisted men were transferred or reassigned.
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Admiral Schley Refuses Address in Inquiry Fallout
Tem Nov 20 Following part of the court of inquiry, Admiral Schley declines further discussion. He states the matter is too delicate to discuss and asks friends to respect his position. Local reports note continued interest in the inquiry and its implications.
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