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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1894
Page
4
Readable fragments describe strikers arming themselves and preparing for a possible clash with regulars as martial law looms near. Guards are posted along river beaks warning strikers of approaching troops carrying regula. Officials warn a violent conflict could unfold if regulars reach the city.
The report describes a heated legislative scene with a speaker challenging opponents and accusations of plotting, followed by a note on international tensions as Empress Yamato arrives in Yokohama and Japan intensifies war preparations. It mentions Korea and Chinese concerns, with troop movements and a failed attack near Suenichen.
Reports detail U S troops marching toward the capital amid heightened alert as armed strikers in California threaten violence. Gatling guns and 20 rounds per man are aboard transport ships. Leaders include Colonel Lagranuan and Lieutenant Colonel Guenter with Presidio command shifting to Lt Colonel Young.
Camp Helesse in Winnesota dedicated a monument by the state to mark the release of captives taken during the 1862 great Sioux war. The site overlooks the Minnesota River near Montevideo. About 107 captives were held there, including white women and children, with many prominent locals in attendance. The event notes General Sibley’s 1862 victory at Wood Lake and the subsequent surrender negotiations.
In a sweeping action founder John Sovereign declares a nationwide order aimed at 1,080 industrial workers as a response to alleged coercion and unrest. The move targets members of the United Mine Workers and other unions, with calls for labor rallying and rapid enforcement within 24 hours if not challenged.
Mayor Hopkins attacks Pullman delays and boycott threats as 50 mayors fail to sway the company. Senate passes Boen bill on Minnesota criminal prosecutions. Militia train attacked at Sprague. rail lines burned and trestle damaged. Duluth division strained by Spooner disruption. Pension fraud prosecutions advance. Draper proposes a stronger army in response to strikes.
Washington dispatch reports General Echo wired General Miles in Chicago to request six compact infantry units. Across the rail network, the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul road sought a court order to restrain interference with property as of July 6, a U.S. judge named Seaman presiding.
Plague fatalities in Hong Kong reach 2265 in official tally. Reports also note a forthcoming marriage of the czarewitch to Princess Alix of Heese in January. Other items include crowd scene in Minnehaha, and varied scores and standings from baseball leagues and lumber trade reports.
July 6 1904 reports show grain prices steady with No 2 spring wheat at 67c No 1 hard cash wheat at 44c Minneapolis and Duluth notes bid No 2 Northern at 65c Chicago cattle at a standstill due to railroad strike with native steers 40 to 54 dollars hogs around 4 to 5 dollars per hundred pounds top sheep around 6 75 to 7.25 dollars. Chicago grain closes for July 5 steady pork 12 60 per barrel.
A massive mob clashed with troops around Chicago yards. Soldiers dispersed strikers at Fifty-fourth and Fifty-third streets, clearing the yards while trains faced delays. Overturned freight cars blocked Lake Shore routes as thousands gathered and violence loomed. police and troops maintained order amid growing unrest.
General Miles at United States military HQ said the strike situation was more favorable than expected and hoped major bloodshed would be avoided. Fort Leavenworth troops would arrive that afternoon and were to be posted advantageously. He met with General Brooks of Omaha to discuss troop dispositions along the Union Pacific and possible detachment moves to St Paul. Company K of 75 men was ordered to St Paul, leaving at 7:30 p.m.
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