May Settle Strike As Negotiations Move Outside Commission
Scranton Pa Nov 22 miners representatives and coal company lawyers agreed to ask the anthracite strike commission to adjourn to December 3 while efforts to settle differences outside the commission proceed on a basis including a ten percent wage increase a nine hour day and trade agreements.
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Scranton
Anthracite Coal Strike Commission
Gray
United States
National Civic Federation
Boards of Trade
Roosevelt
Anthracity
New York
Peace Treaty Signed Between Herrera Faction and Colombian Government
Consul General Gudger arrived on the Wisconsin with news that a treaty of peace was signed between revolutionary Gen. Herrera and the Colombian government commission. The accord requires Herrera to surrender the revolutionary fleet Padilla Darien Gaetea and Boyaca and all arms from Agua Dulce. The government will fund soldiers’ return home. Congress will address Panama canal laws elections and paper money after peace.
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Panama
Gudger
Wisconsin
Cauca
Agua Dulce
Colombian Congress
Panama Canal
Tragedy in Ann Arbor as couple quarrels end in fatal shooting
Nov 22 Ann Arbor Mich Bertha Sheldon escorted home by another man from the store where she works G A Darlington a packer at Ann Arbor Organ Co and university music student shot her in the arm then killed himself. He had met her Friday and the quarrel stemmed from Thursday night episode.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
Bertha Sheldon
G. A. Darlington
Ann Arbor Organ Company
University School of Music
Darlington
Lynchings Reach Indiana After Assaults
In Sullivan Indiana on November 21 James Dillard a Kentucky negro who assaulted Mrs Mary Davis of Sullivan county and Mrs John Lemon of Knox county was hanged at a telegraph pole east of John Lemon's farm at eight o'clock Thursday night A woman carried out the execution Dillard was captured at Lawrenceville Illinois after a Wednesday night skirmish with the town marshal in which he was shot three times and severely wounded
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Sullivan, Ind
James Dillard
Kentucky
Mary Davis
Sullivan County
John Lemon
Knox County
Dillard
Lawrenceville
Refugees from Guatemala reach San Francisco after volcanic devastation
The first evacuees arrived aboard the City of Para, fleeing canals and plantations ruined by ash and lava. They report thousands of Indians killed or buried, robbers preying on refugees, and starvation threats as aid remains blocked. A Guatemalan official notes large-scale losses and estimates up to five thousand local deaths.
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San Francisco
Guatemala
Pacific Mail
Para
Champerico
Barrillos
Santa Maria
W. J. Campbell
Campbell
National Grange backs Woman’s political equality stance
Lansing, Nov 22 The National Grange renewed recognition of Woman’s equality by adopting a report urging full political rights and property interests for women. It calls for temperance and critiques easy divorces while stressing citizen duties. initiative and referendum were not approved. the Grange adjourned sine die at noon.
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Lansing
Mich
National Grange
America
The
Grange
Committee On
Persian ambassador to Athens to renew 2392-year gap
Ibran Davieti named Persian ambassador to the Hellenic court marking the first such envoy since 491 B C. Athens prepares a grand ceremony as relations resume after nearly two and a half millennia. Separately in New York the Moroccan sultan donates 5000 dollars to Mrs Cooper widow of the slain missionary.
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Athens
Ibraham Ishan Davieti
Darius
New York
Morocco
Cooper
Mine Fire Claims Two at Engleville near Trinidad
The Engle vile coal mine six miles south of Trinidad owned by Colorado Fuel and Iron Company is on fire beyond control. Two men have lost their lives in the blaze.
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Trinidad
Col
Englevile
Colorado Fuel & Iron Company
Life Saving Service Reports Strong Year Despite More Disasters
The general superintendent's 1902 report shows more vessel disasters than in most years except 1898 and 1901, but total life loss remained low. Documented vessels faced 385 incidents with 3,424 aboard and 19 deaths. total vessel value near 14.4 million with 12.1 million saved.
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Washington
Significance of wage rises in major railways noted
R G Dun weekly review cites voluntary wage increases by large U S railways as proof of strong past business and expectation of sustained heavy traffic. Augmented purchasing power may lift demand for staples and apparel. holiday trade preparations run high, while congestion and blockades show little relief. Failures for the week: 266 in U S, 21 in Canada, vs 31 a year ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
R. G. Dun & Co
United States
Canada
Democratic party forms in Philippines seeks self rule
Washington reports advices from the war department say prominent Filipinos join the Democratic party led by Gen. Lukban who headed Samar insurgents and the Balangiga massacre. The party calls for broader self government two legislative chambers elected by suffrage and laws to take effect automatically.
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Washington
Democratic Party
Philippines
War Department
Lukban
Samar
Ivory white chosen for Louisiana Purchase Exposition buildings
St Louis officials select ivory white with a yellow tinge for exposition structures, noting a contrast with the Chicago fair. In Rome Pope Leo XIII announces a new commission to aid Bible interpretation using modern research methods.
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St. Louis
Leo
Bold Bandits Hold Up Train Near Davenport
Chicago Rock Island and Pacific No 11 was halted two miles west of Davenport by 12 to 15 bandits. They blew the express car with dynamite, looted the safes, and fled after stopping the train near the city. Police chase the robbers who may have returned to Davenport.
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Davenport
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific
Roosevelt Welcomed by Warm Memphis Crowd
In Memphis on November twenty the homecoming of Gen Luke Eli Wright vice governor of the Philippines drew a large reception but President Roosevelt’s presence was the day’s overshadowing feature. Excursion trains brought many notables including Gov Benton McMillan and Gen Joseph Wheeler. The ceremony was lengthy and spirited.
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Memphis
Tenn
Luke Eli. Wright
Philippines
Roosevelt
Benton McMillan
Joseph Wheeler
Washington
Southern Railroad
Cortelyou
White House
Executive Building
Shaffer Drops Gompers Charges At AFL Hearing
In New Orleans reports say Theodore Shaffer failed to sustain claims against AFL President Gompers. Shaffer testified he did not charge disloyalty to union principles. A socialist bid to take control was defeated by 400 votes. Exponents of trade autonomy and industrialism debated with no clear victory.
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New Orleans
Theodore Shaffer
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Shaffer
Theodore J. Shaffer
Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers
Danish Steamer Knud II Sinks After Tyne Collision
Danish steamer Knud II captained by Hanssen from Copenhagen collided with British steamer Swaledale from Hamburg at the Tyne mouth Thursday night. Knud II foundered immediately with the master and seven crew members drowned.
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London
Knud II
Hanssen
Copenhagen
Swaledale
Hamburg
Tyne
Knud Jf
Carrie Nation on Warpath at New York Horse Show
Mrs. Carrie Nation created a sensation at a New York horse show as she denounced overdressing, attempted to smash a champagne bottle, and was removed from the building by police.
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Carrie Nation
New York
Scranton Mine Dispute Adjourns as Talks Continue
The anthracite coal labor dispute rest breaks with the commission adjourned until December 3. Leaders hope for a comprehensive agreement covering a 10 percent raise a nine hour day and annual contracts, while independents plan a New York visit to gauge railroad stance before committing to any outside arbitration.
Bold Mail Robbery Strikes Chicago Business District
In Chicago on Saturday evening a bold mail robbery netted an estimated 10,600 in stamps and cash from two branch offices and registered mail. The theft occurred in front of the Masonic temple when a post office collector’s wagon was snatched as collections were being made. The wagon and pouches were recovered later on Kinzie Street near Rush.
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Chicago
Stuart
Coyne
Masonic Temple
Temple Branch
Stock Exchange
Crilly
Dearborn
Monroe Streets
Kinzie Street
Rush
Famous Composer Dead and Notable Figures Mentioned
Philadelphia reports the death of Septimus Winner age 76 beloved for The Mocking Bird and hundreds of compositions. He authored 200 music books and arranged over 2000 works. the piece notes the $35 sale value and later $3,000,000 in publisher profits. Maj Walter Reed, noted surgeon general officer, dies in Washington after yellow fever research. Evacuation of Shangani begins as Japanese troops withdraw from Shanghai.
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Philadelphia
Septimus Winner
Maj. Reed
Washington
Maj
Walter Reed
Surgeon General’s Department of the Army
Alaj. Reed
Ilavana
Fire destroys Bell and Warner livery stable
Fire in Dallas on November 24 destroyed between 59 and 60 horses and 75 vehicles at Bell and Warner livery stable. One man suffered severe burns while attempting to rescue belongings. Total loss estimated at 25000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
Bell & Warner
Fire destroys Gans Brothers umbrella factory in Baltimore
A Sunday blaze at the Gans Brothers umbrella factory in Baltimore caused 260000 in damage to building and stock. Both building and contents were insured. Origin of the fire remains unknown.
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Baltimore
Gans Brothers
Herr Krupp Dies, German Tycoon Of Essen
Berlin reports the death of Frederick Alfred Krupp the great gunmaker and wealthiest German at his Essen villa from apoplexy. He left about 125 million in fortune and a 10 million annual income. The Krupp works directors and family doctors confirmed the death and plan Wednesday's funeral.
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Berlin
Herr Krupp
Germany
Essen
Jena
Krupp Works
Binswanger
Pahl
von Buelow
Barbara
Bertha
Frederick Alfred Krupp
Alfred
Frederick O. Krupp
Young Krupp
Heavy gold premium sparks activity in financial circles
The gold premium rose through the week to 171.14 as markets expect a gold standard soon. Silver volatility undermines its use as currency, prompting optimism for a shift away from silver. Queen Liliuokalani arrives in Washington seeking congressional relief measures.
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Mexico City
Refugees Say 7000 Died in Santa Maria Eruption
Reports from Guatemala indicate at least 7,000 lives were lost in the Santa Maria volcanic eruption and thousands face starvation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Guatemala
Santa Maria
Noted Inventor John W. Osborne Dies in Palo Alto
Palo Alto, Cal., Nov. 24. John W. Osborne, an aged scientist and inventor, died at his home here. For many years he was connected with the patent office in Washington and he was the inventor of many appliances that revolutionized color printing.
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Palo Alto
Cal
John W. Osborne
Mr. Osborne
Patent
Washington
Jle
Boer Delegates Refused Return to South Africa
A dispatch to the Times from The Hague reports that permission for Boer delegates Wessels Fischer and Wolmarans to return to South Africa has been refused. The note cites delays and ongoing concerns as the basis for the decision, with no clearance granted.
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South Africa
New York
Navy
Hague
the Times
Wessels, Fischer and
Wolmarans
Unusual Reward After Sioux City Bank Robbery
The Arthur branch of Farmers' Loan & Trust in Sioux City was blown open early by burglars who fled with $2,300. The bank offers $1,000 for arrest and promises the recovered $2,300 to the captors when the money is recovered.
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Arthur
Farmers’ Loan & Trust Company
Sioux City
Trust Company
Noted Republican Elector Eldred S. James Found Dead
Eldred S. James a well known eastern Town Republican elector and orator was found dead in a Clinton residence room. The coroner’s jury ruled accidental death though friends say he was despondent and had hinted he might kill himself. He leaves a wife and two children in Moline New York.
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Eldred S. James
Clinton
James
Moline
N. Y
Woman Arrested in Ottumwa for Firing on Former Husband’s Wife
Mrs Josephine Garrett was arrested in Ottumwa after firing two shots at her former husband’s current wife. She claimed the children were maltreated by the stepmother and vowed to kill the successor in the Garrett family. She was held to the grand jury.
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Josephine Garrett
Ottumwa
Garrett
War museum fund set to raise 40000 for Memorial University
In Chicago at the annual dinner of the Illinois state camp Sons of Veterans at the Sherman House a decision was reached to raise 40000 for Memorial University at Mason City. A five member committee was appointed to collect the money and oversee subscriptions.
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Memorial University
Mason City
Chicago
Sons of Veterans
Sherman House
Fire destroys Armour & Co plant in Sioux City
A major blaze wiped out Armour & Co's Sioux City plant. Loss estimated at $900000 with $721500 insured. The firm will rebuild at once with improvements and on a larger scale. The burning complex covered 3% acres and drew the era's most spectacular sight in Sioux City.
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Armour & Co
Sioux City
James Stewart and Mike O'Brien Escape En Route to Penitentiary
James Stewart and Mike O'Brien escaped from Deputy Sheriff Hammond at Cedar Rapids while en route to the state penitentiary at Anamosa. Both were convicted at the last term of court in Waterloo and were sentenced to two years in the penitentiary.
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James Stewart
Mike O’brien
Hammond
Cedar Rapids
Anamosa
Waterloo
Brother Killed in Accidental Shooting Near Pulaski
John Movingo aged 18 killed his 11 year old brother Lacey at a sister’s home near Pulaski when he playfully pointed a loaded gun and pulled the trigger not realizing it was loaded. The incident ended the boy’s life and shocked the local family and community.
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John Movingo
Lacey
Pulaski
Iowa and Illinois News Briefs From The Chronicle
The directory lists 23 709 names up from 2 003. Sioux City population would be 64 272 using 24 percent. C H Gregoire of Dubuque died at 51. He built and ran the first steam ferry between Dubuque and East Dubuque. Miss Sadie Anderson may have died from a shotgun accidental discharge in Lehigh. Samuel McCain, rural carrier, found dead in Zearing from heart failure. Memorial of President W M Bagdshear reprinted by the State Historical Society. Waterloo census shows 15 817 in Water loo up 3 237 since 1900. Canuers association of Waterloo elected H B Kelly president C W Miller vice president H G Gilkey secretary treasurer. J S Crawford of Cherokee named custodian of press building at the St Louis exposition. Robert Whitted claimed the West’s finest coin and paper money collection in exchange for real estate in Rockwell City. An Illinois Central passenger train killed 39 head of cattle at Merrill. Amador post office in Wapello county discontinued mail to Ottumwa. John Burgoyne killed by a kicking horse at Kingsley. M D Braden’s hay barn and 100 tons of hay burned at Ogle Grove. suspects blamed on tramps. Ira Stebbens of Morrigan arrested in Clinton as possible “ Sack the Hugger.” Paul Lesnau of Winona drowned at Le Claire on steamer Glenmount. W H Clark acquitted in Leom of the murder of Dr Duff. Hawkeye Telephone weaving 800 miles of copper wire from Des Moines to surrounding towns.
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C. H. Gregoire
Dubuque
Sadie Anderson
Lehigh
Samuel McCain
Zearing
Barrett
W. M. Bgardshear
State Historical Society
Waterloo
State Canuers’ Association
H. B. Kelly
Waverly
C. W. Miller
Vinton
Illinois Central
Merrill
Hoese
Amador
Wapello County
Ottumwa
John Burgoyne
Kingsley
M. D. Braden
Ogle Grove
Ira Stebbens
Morrigan
Clinton
Paul Lesnau
Winona
Glenmount
le Claire
W. H. Clark
Leom
W. D. Duff
Hawkeye Telephone Company
Des Moines
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Pesth
Danube
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Persian
Greece
B. C
Life-Saving Service
Islands
Gen. Wright
Labor Federation
the Mocking Bird
Shangani
Shanghai
Friedrich Alfred Krupp
Mexico
Queen Lil
Mliliuokalani
Hawaii
John D., Aimoku
Congress
Iowa State News
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