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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1902
Page
1
Wilkesbarre June 29 figures from operators show many striking miners applying for work or already employed, most are men with families. Deser tions from ranks rise while many foreigners demand cash strike pay. Meetings planned to discuss returning to work as operators foresee resumption of mining with protection. engineers and firemen largely idle.
Albany June 20 special report on the fortieth state university convocation to be held in the Capitol Senate Chamber with a large attendance expected from educators. Governor Odell will give an address of welcome and Nicholas Murray Butler will speak on Fundamental Principles of Education in the United States.
Major Ira A. Shaler of No. 27 Washington Square died at Presbyterian Hospital after injuries from a subway accident on June 17. He succumbed early yesterday morning as doctors warned his condition was grave. His mother and two sisters were at his side as the family joined him in his final hours.
Ira Alexander Shaler, son of Major General Alexander Shaler, died after severe injuries from a back fracture and nervous shock. Born September 19, 1862, he studied at City College and Cornell, earning B C E and M C E. He worked on the Croton system, Ithaca hydraulic lab, and other projects, and served as captain then major in the 1st Volunteer Engineers during the Spanish War. He was connected with Cornell clubs and the Loyal Legion. Funeral services were scheduled for Ridgefield, New Jersey.
June 29 dispatch from Cape Haytien reports heavy fighting between naval detachments loyal to General Firmin and northern revolutionists. Killick's ships bombard the city while consuls seek safety aboard Crete-A-Pierot under fire. Foreign residents face danger amid no warship protection in harbor.
Port-au-Prince Haiti June 20 electors vote for Deputies in the capital amid calm conditions while other cities report military supervision of elections and heightened public excitement.
Severe rainstorm floods the Midwest and beyond from Saturday through today. Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania saw one to two inches of rain yesterday and today. In St Louis the storm caused $270000 in damage with winds up to 55 mph toppling trees and poles and delaying trains. At the World's Fair site five hundred feet of the Varied Industries Palace wall collapsed as water undermined foundations. In Alton Illinois the Wood River overflow covered ten thousand acres and destroyed the Stoneware Pipe Company plant with a kiln explosion. Railroads faced heavy losses as tracks and a station were washed away, tying up service across the region.
London reports intense prayers for the king with widespread church services and a planned nationwide bonfire celebration. Royal guests include the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and many royals. public cheering follows news of improving health. coronation plans and international telegrams hint at September ceremonies.
Denver reports a breaking storm that halted heavy snowfall with widespread rain, easing what threatened to be Colorado's worst drought in years. Damages in Denver area estimated from 10000 to 50000 dollars. eight inches of snow fell in Leadville and surrounding mountains, with hail causing additional damage.
The Potsdam brought Captain M A Nielsen and ten men from the Norwegian bark Bishop Brun, waterlogged and abandoning ship in heavy seas southeast of Newfoundland. The Bark, built 1867 and of 521 tons, sank after relentless pumping and hull leaks. The rescued crew were cared for aboard the Potsdam, with a concert by saloon passengers raising 150. Some officers and passengers aboard the Potsdam are named.
Rome June 29 The Right Rev Thomas O Gorman Bishop of Sioux Falls South Dakota will return to the United States bearing a letter from the Pope to President Roosevelt and will take the Pontiff s magnificent mosaic view of Rome from the Vatican studio as a gift to the American President The idea of appointing O Gorman Apostolic Delegate in the Philippines appears to have been abandoned though Taft first spoke of it. Also note an ad for a special July train from New York to Delaware Water Gap and Pocono Mountains with five day round trip tickets at one fare.
Rev Dr Minot J Savage preached on Going Away And Getting Near to God praising a quiet act of heroism by Contractor Shaler who, after a tunnel accident, asked that his wife not be told until he was in the hospital and to be informed gently. He urged embalm divine feeling in public speech.
Edwin and Thomas Balch of Philadelphia are in St. Petersburg to gather information and material on Alaska’s boundaries. Also noted are rail ads promoting rapid travel options, including the 20 hour New York Central train and five daily trains to Cincinnati via The Cincinnati Limited service from Grand Central Station.
A severe cloudburst hit Madison County Illinois yesterday causing extensive crop losses and washing out bridges and railroad tracks. The Illinois Central line east of Hoag was washed out while fields of wheat were swept away in the bottoms. Farmers and laborers from Wanda and Hoag received high pay to salvage grain.
Lincoln Neb June 29 Eastern Nebraska reports four days of near constant rain flooding cornfields and delaying small grain harvest. Wheat in shocks shows some damage while country roads are nearly impassable. Temperatures have stayed in the fifties with a high of 58 degrees, compared with 103 a year ago.
June weather remains near normal in New York with a mix of cool days and heavy rain. Rainfall totals for June reach 5.78 inches by 4 p.m. yesterday while historic figures show higher June totals in past years. Central storm off New Jersey produced rain and mist with 1.5 inches in the day and heavy rainfall east of the Mississippi recorded at Philadelphia and Block Island. Ads note rail trips to Denver and a coal strike appeal.
London reports the King feels stronger with reduced discomfort after the operation. Official bulletins state progress is satisfactory and that the public has accepted the danger period has ended. No further updates will be issued tonight. Crowds gathered near Buckingham Palace for the 9 AM notice and churchgoers paused to view.
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