Debs and allies cited for contempt of court in Chicago strike case
United States district attorney files information against Debs Howard Rogers and Keliber of the A B A charging contempt of court for defying an injunction against striking. Judge Seaman issues writ of attachment as Debs appears with counsel. Chicago trains continue running as packing plants push ahead with operations amid labor unrest.
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Howard
Rogers
Keliber
A.B. A
Seaman
Worker optimism at May View Works sparks 100 new hires
Milw atree Wisconsin July 7 The niuis Steel company signed the settle for the Bay View work and 100 men will start work tomorrow morning. Bell of Freeport an engineer of the Mingis Central was the hero of a rescue at Council Hill Illinois last evening. He reversed the engine rushed out and saved a child on the track. Passengers awarded him a purse.
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Democraci
New York
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Congress
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Senate Chamber
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May View Works
Milwatree Wis
Niuis Steel Company
Bay View
N. Jw. Bell
Freeport
Mingis Central
Courcil Hill
Bell
Apot
Britannia and Vigilant Race Halted By Winds
In the Britannia and Vigilant eighth race today a sand wind forced Britannia to retire while Vigilant led by minutes. The race halted as the crescent lapped the sea. Francoisco Texas and Altgeld offered a reward. Gov Angeli issued $200 reward for John Bam Wanted in Scott County for murder.
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Vigilant
Britannia
Altgeld
Tariff Conference Talks Show Wide Differences
Reports indicate the tariff conference between Senate and House members is failing to reach agreement. Differences span sugar, coal, iron, metals, woolen, cotton, and glass schedules. The full conference adjourned without a report of disagreement, while Bailey bankruptcy bill clears the House and river and harbor amendments are rejected by the Senate.
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Wasnixatex
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House
Enna Teprzy
Congress
Washinbox
President Cleveland urged rail chiefs to confer with labor
A Washington correspondent cites cabinet members saying President Cleveland, after learning railway managers refused talks with Eugene V Debs, exclaimed that if he can meet labor leaders the managers should also confer. The Utah admission bill was signed, and delegates were due to arrive.
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Cleveland
Eugene V. Dabs
United States
Baptist Young People union convention opens with strong U S turnout
Delegates to the Baptist Young Peoples Union of America arrive as local committees finalize plans for entertainment and comfort. Despite fears of a railroad strike, telegrams indicate large American attendance for the meeting opening Thursday in Amusse hall with 7 000 capacity. Women will be recognized as delegates and will have a voice alongside clergy. Prison escapes in Rhinelander Wisconsin reported with bars removed from a steel cell and three prisoners charged with forgery and jail terms. pursuit continues.
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Baptist Young Peoples Union of America
United States
Thursaas
Amusse Hall
Rhinelander
Esen
Fy Qle Dahl
Jareensy
Fineien
Otcers
Breckinridge Case Reported Dropped by Lodge
After the Lodge meeting last night Masons refused to discuss the Breckinridge case A committee had investigated and reportedly recommended expulsion and dropping the name Although not confirmed by Masons the report is said to be adopted Action expected to be announced after the September primaries when Breckinridge’s candidacy for Congress will be decided.
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Col Breckinridge
Lodge
Leauweros
Breckinridge
Col. Breckinridge
Congress
Man Mack Moermur Confirmed Sentenced to Death
Supreme Court, the highest tribunal, confirmed the death sentence for Mack Moermur in a case involving extraordinary circumstances. For over five years he wore a woman's card and name, then faced conviction for a murder tied to improper conduct. The trial centered on alibi, motives, and the alleged manipulation of identities, with the court upholding the harsh penalty.
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Copenhagzen
Thaau
Supreme Court
Mack Moermur
Womage
Tle
Hay
Gladstone revises policy after Lords protest
Fragmentary OCR notes show a reshaping of policy after opposition in the House of Lords. The text references Gladstone and a reaction to an ovation, with incomplete phrases about rights and arrangements amid political tension.
Radical Labor MPs Condemn Queen Birth Congratulation
Across the country radicals adopt resolutions condemning Keir Wards for opposing a resolution praising the birth of a son to the duke and duchess of York. They say his stance reflects the feelings of hundreds of thousands of radicals nationwide.
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Keir Wards
Duchess of York
Inside Chicago labor conference revealed secrets
A Chicago labor leaders conference disclosure outlines Debs pressuring for a strike and Gompers being steered by a committee. The report includes Wisconsin state views on Prof Ely and alleged influence on strikes, boycotts, and union tactics with critical remarks on moral justifications for attacks on life and property.
Death in a Mine near Hazelros Pennsylvania
A terrible explosion at Stockton colliery near Hazelros Pennsylvania on July 17 killed and maimed many miners. Rescue crews recovered dismembered remains as drivers, led by Charles Shugart, reported seeing O Donnell moments before the blast while the mine shaft bottom distributed the explosive to workers. Identification will await census and recovery of bodies from the wreckage.
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Hazelros
Stockton
Potengugh
Charles O'Donnell
Charles Shugart
O' Donnell
Gece
Wool Shipments Promise Major Gain for Montana Clips
Montana wool shipments from Judith Basin and surrounding counties are predicted to surpass all prior years, with 5,060,000 pounds expected this season after 3,230,000 last year. Buyers and growers in Montana report strong demand, higher outright prices, and rising output as exports head east and warehouses fill.
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Montana
Judith Chatesa
Wheat Falls
America
Clark Bros
Chateau
Sage Creek Sheep Company
Privace
Prendergast's Ghost Haunts Chicago Jail
Prisoners and guards report Prendergast’s ghost haunting the corridors of the Joliet or Tomoty jail. A prisoner shouted the name last night and guards say they saw or felt the spirit in dim passages amid growing fear.
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Chicago
Tomoty
Smith
Prendergast
James Porter
Carey Norton
National Union annual convention opens at Lookout Mountain
Delegates from California Wisconsin Michigan and New York gather for the annual session of the National Union. Hon H T Erran of Washington presides as the assembly aims to discuss the union’s new order and constitutional matters while addressing the class divisions and unity within the organization.
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Ciarraxeoga
Tenn
Senate
Supreme Beds
Loosant Mountain
H. T. Erran
Washireston
California
Wisconsin
Tenland
Michigan
Allenganer
Umeg
Union
Mipai
Northern Pacific Train Reaches St Paxt After Eighteen Days
From Massilon Ohio to St Paxt a parade of confusion followed the first Northern Pacific train in eighteen days. May 17 reports say residents protested the press, demanding commissions. mobs chased and torn papers, and distrust sparked riot-like scenes as vendors faced intimidation and police pressure.
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St. Pact. Mian
Massilion
Ohio
Massipex
Chicago
Cincinnati
Fragmented Minnesota notice on missing items and meetings
A damaged OCR write up mentions Patiridee Minnesota and Pine River with references to a destroyed parcel and drowning. It notes a July 17 Prohibition convention selecting D Wy Doty as chairman, appointing committees, then recessing. Names and places are fragmented and uncertain.
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St. Part
D. Wy
Doty
Desperate clash near Pratt's Mine ends in deaths
Desperate fight between striking miners and deputies erupted after miners blamed operators for using black workers. Three negro miners killed and several wounded, deputy commander BE. W. Tiere shot dead. Governor Jones ordered militia and 42 strikers arrested. Roving violence and train ambush reported as authorities rush aid.
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BE. W. Tiere
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Anymora
Gov. Jones
Fatal clash at Cambria Iron works ends in miner fatality
In Valontown Pennsylvania deputies confronted striking miners attempting entry to Cambria Iron company houses near Morrel. A night of violence ensued with one striker fatally wounded and several others injured, as authorities and workers clashed during the strike on July 17.
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Cambria Iron Company
Ge Ea
Liberates by squads at Omsha fort Sidney
Effort 1 Separate the commonwealers at Omsha Ouawa Neb July 17 The commonwealers at Fort Sidney are released on their own recognizance in squads of five, to prevent future attempts to seize trains and terrorize the country. Four have escaped. Warnings of possible trouble rise as deputies search quarters and confiscate weapons while barb wire protects the quarters.
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Ouawa
Neb
Fort Sidney
Coba Pacific
Sydney
Leddiard
Bitter mood as miners protest at Norrie work site
Anger simmers among hundreds of miners at Norrie where workers face tense conditions and struck tempers. Observations note unusual weather and erratic readings as authorities prepare for a trial related to a recent incident.
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