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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1894
Page
7
In Cripple Creek on May 26 eleven workers died as strikers attacked, dynamited shaft houses, and battles with deputies escalated. Reports say unrest spreads to Victor and Ottawa with miners marching, fortifying positions, and authorities braced for further clashes.
May 20 Ottawa editors report miners in a confrontation that erupts into violence. Police clash with strikers near LaSalle as three leaders are jailed, raising fears of broader unrest and possible warlike actions. The scene shows tense crowds and arrests amid escalating labor tensions.
About 1,000 minors left Brazin on a special C E I Railway train bound for Coal Bluff to support miners in Pana Illinois. The mass demonstration drew speeches praising organization and resolve as railways offered aid. The miners’ coordinating committees reported strong progress and solidarity with the strike.
At Centralia Illinois May 2 Assistant Adjutant General Hugh Bayle commands four companies of the Fourth Illinois National Guard. Seventy nine captured miners jailed after a sheriff's raid face a conspiracy charge. The sheriff feared a mine raid if prisoners were not released within eight hours. Twenty prisoners face bail of 500 dollars each, others released on recognizance.
Reports from Lennonwaorth and Fort Piopak detail miners rallying at camps and lines of protection offered by the Trades and Labor assembly. Miners in Home and Kansas Texas shafts join in a statewide walkout amid coal shortages and looming water works shutdowns.
The investigating committee cleared senators in the Hounton cycle history case, stating printed facts are proven and denying that any senator was asked to name informants. Judge Duttenheifer urged client secrecy, but the panel overruled and pressed for names. no future action decided. Caffery and Le Fevre denied involvement with the sugar trust conference.
The U S Supreme Court affirmed Indiana railroad property taxation as applied within the state and rejected claims it burdened interstate commerce. The ruling upholds state valuation ratios tied to railroad mileage inside the state.
May 2 to May 28 reports detail armed miner mobs around Lasalle Peru and Minoak seizing trains on the Illinois Central and blocking coal routes. Troops under Governor Altgeld intervene. dozens arrested, dynamite found, and explorers moved to Camp Matthiesen. Illinois guards deployed from Peoria Canton and Delaware companies.
Telegrams reveal Governor Altgeld directing state forces to quell miner unrest at LaSalle Centralia and other points. Reports show delays, armament shortages, and Indiana strikers aiming to release prisoners as railroads warn of coal shortages and possible oil use after fuel runs out.
In Lasalle on May 28 General Orendorff received a telegram noting a mob of striking miners had seized a passenger train on the Illinois Valley and Northern branch of the Chicago Burling ton line. The incident marks the early confrontation as strikers make a weak showing when the "Sogore" enters view.
The Supreme Court declares section 12 constitutional and reaffirms the Interstate Commerce Commission power to compel attendance, testimony, and production of files in a case involving the Dino Steel company and related railroads. The ruling overturns Judge Gresham’s prior circuit court decision.
Albury May 2 Governor Flower vetoes a bill to ban foreign flags on public buildings. He condemns narrow patriotism and argues America’s openness, urging display of all nations’ flags on special days but prioritizing the stars and stripes to symbolize a diverse population.
Denver dispatch reports 700 commonwealers in camp demanding cheap rail rates east to avoid leaving the area. In Utah, an injunction stops commonwealers from entering Darin county, restraining further marches.
ENVER May 28. Governor Waite calls state troops to Cripple Creek as miners and deputies clash. Two men killed, others wounded. Strikers hold three hostages not killed. Sheriff and militia defend local force and criticize the governor’s order. Talks of arbitration and cautious peace efforts follow.
At Cripple Creek Colorado on May 28 a short battle between deputies led by ex Chief Veatch and miners from Bull Hill left two dead and three wounded. The fight began near No Name mountain and escalated as miners attacked a deputy camp, resulting in the capture of a mining group and a tense standoff at the Strong mine where three men were found safe. Father Vulpt intervened to delay executions of McDonald and two companions.
In Sanatoon New York on May 28 Rev Henry Preserved Smiths appeal was rejected by the general assembly of the Presbyterian church north and the appellant found guilty of heresy. The initial specification failed 4 to 62, the remaining items failed by viva voce vote. The overall appeal was not sustained 804 to 64 with 41 in part. Dr Hillis of Evanston Illinois protested against seminaries policy on behalf of himself and about thirty others. United Presbyterian seminaries in Albany Oregon May 28. A proposition seeks to authorize veto power over professorial appointments or removals for heresy.
Democratic managers discuss hastening the tariff bill action while Republicans prefer delaying a vote date. They consider fixing a June vote but opt to wait for better progress. Debates on the Hawaiian and Turpie resolutions spark sharp exchanges between Hoar and Harris as sessions stretch.
The May weekly trade review notes storms floods and strikes tempering business yet demand remains, with exports of gold and strong farm outputs. Wheat and cotton cheapness may slow movement in fall, coal shortages constrain industry, and failures drop to 82 204 for three weeks ending May.
In Missouri on May 28 Jake Couffer's mine in the One Thousand Acre tract sank. A M Grant, partner of Couffer and an operator, was buried more than 100 feet deep. Rescue hopes fade as Grant reportedly spared four family members.
Seamed and seamless hosiery for children ladies and men offered at 8c to 25c. Fast black stockings priced from 8c to 10c for children and ladies. Men's undergarments include balbriggan wear at 25c and large size outside shirts at 25c. Shorts for men priced 49c each.
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