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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1900
Page
3
Esbert and Sons promote low prices in a bold advertisement echoing a local shopfront pitch. The snippet emphasizes value and contact cues typical of early 20th century retail notices.
A distorted proclamation claims atrocities by foreign devils threatening American property and homes, urging destruction of perceived enemies. Separately, thirty factories shut down after a union dispute over piece work, with workers striking for better terms and producers citing a lack of agreement.
Milton Demmy, 18, of Mount Joy, Lancaster, died yesterday from self inflicted poisoning after threats of legal action by a dealer over unpaid instalments. In Boston, the International Checker Match saw half the Bartier Jordan world championship completed with both players even at one game each and 15 draws after yesterday’s play.
A passenger train collision near Tipton Indiana last night killed an engineer and injured several passengers while investigators examine causes. In Philadelphia Eugene V Pebs Socialist candidate addressed a large audience as King Leopold faced police scrutiny in Paris over speeding. Batard Taylor’s West Chester Pennsylvania home was auctioned for non payment of taxes.
New York report says Cornelius L Alvord, missing bank teller, may be in Manhattan. Bank officers seek recovery of stolen funds while denying any settlement with the thief. Mount Vernon sources tie his lavish living to investigations. Police chiefs in Mount Vernon and New York discuss the case as Mrs Alvord and children move to Yonkers.
Former Secretary of State John D. Hawkins indicted for embezzlement escaped custody earlier, walked into the superior court with musician Frank Temple, surrendered, and was jailed as the court rescinded bail forfeiture.
The United Mine Workers announce a settlement ending the strike after 23 days. Mitchel and officers state most operators will pay 10 percent wage raises with sliding scales suspended until April 1901, and unions urge prompt notices and semi monthly pay. Still, one company, Jf. B. Markle & Co., delays offer.
Wilkes Barre Pa October 25 The press bulletin announcing the great miners strike end was received with enthusiasm by all classes. Crowds gathered at newspaper offices as the bulletin was posted and businessmen expressed satisfaction at the resolution. Miners face a pay delay until mid November with wage cuts and the reduced output. Some operators and the Susquehanna Coal Company have yet to issue notices or confirm payments.
The Lester sisters Miss Daisy Lester and Lady Curzon host social events at the Leiter Mansion in Washington. The home, vacated for the summer, will soon reopen for der of the chalice season with grand duties tied to the vice regal court in India.
Miners demand 10 percent raise and lehigh valley company posts notices for 2 percent more per car. By Monday 99 percent of Wyoming Valley output may be under the full raise. Mayor Nichols summoned prominent citizens to aid riot control citing 1889 act. 35 policemen deemed insufficient. lawyers Rice Harding Lenahan among those summoned. crowds demanded governor aid if needed.
Reports from New York present alleged use of knockout drops by McAllister and Kerr against young women near Paterson. One hotel incident described a girl near death, others recovered, with a motive tied to past grievances over treatment of the victims. Separate items note indictments for diploma mill schemes in Chicago and local graft cases in Freehold New Jersey.
William Jennings Bryan swept through New Jersey on a lengthy tour stopping in Philadelphia Washington Park Riverside Eston Rion dw Princeton Junction New Brunswick Elizabeth Marion and Jersey City. He addressed 1059 to 1500 Princeton students and was greeted by large orderly crowds with police unable to fully control the throng.
Lieut. Strauss reported to the Navy Department on the Indian Head explosion at the proving ground. A magazine fire destroyed the magazine and an adjacent powder store, with 8,000 pounds black powder and 30,590 pounds smokeless powder lost. Ammunition in the nearby building also exploded, causing further fires and scattered shell and projectile debris. Estimated damage ranges around 25,000 dollars to 30,000 dollars. No injuries reported among officers or seamen. a plant photographer’s equipment also damaged.
Census bulletin details 159 cities surpassing 50 000. New York leads with nearly 3.3 million, Chicago and Philadelphia over 1 million. Seattle rises from 150th to 48th, Los Angeles 115th to 38th, and other shifts. Several states report no cities above 25 000 in 1900.
John Sherman statesman is laid to rest in Mansfield Ohio after a simple service at Grace Episcopal church. Lifelong friends gather as President McKinley attends, with thousands paying last tribute and flowers adorning the catafalque. Rev A B Putman conducts brief rites.
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