Chicago Labor and Capital Face Uneasy Prospects
In Omaha reports the Chicago labor scene grows tense as 50,000 workers face layoffs while unions threaten strikes. Laundry workers press for wage gains. employers resist, aiming to weed out union influence. President Schradt and leaders warn of indefinite layoffs, urging workers to seek other employment. Freight yards, rail rivals, and city outlets fear a broader stoppage if concessions aren’t won by June 1.
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Schradt
Mit
Pala Makes Arrangements In Unclear Text
A garbled report outlines high level political maneuvering and potential arrangements involving U S figures and foreign policy, mentioning names like Hayes and Shennan in a long-unclear sequence of events and locations.
Red letter stock swindle busted in Chicago raid
Chicago May 28 detectives halted what is believed to be the era s largest get rich quick scheme. George B Sullivan head of the Red letter stock and grain company was taken into custody along with being among the crowd. Police seized telegraph wires and offices as panic spread among richly dressed women and men investors. Over 1 million reportedly taken with millions more promised from draws drafts and remittances routed to cities nationwide. Sullivan once a telegraph operator had ties to the Open Board of Trade New York and Consolidated Stock Exchange Boston.
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Chicago
George B. Sullivan
Sullivan
Gir
HEX
Portland
Omaha
Open Board of Trade of
New York
Consolidated Stock Exchange of
Boston
Interest in Yacht Race Amid Precarious Winds
Crowds gather in New York for a sailing trial on a half holiday as Bellamy Columbia and Constitution prepare at anchor near Echo Bay. Reliance shows tall walls while wind shifts promise a brisk race with wind ahead and aft. Spectators note more yachts and private craft joining the regatta, with Glen Cove drawing large crowds.
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New York
Ien Cove
Bellanen
Columbia
Constitution
Echo Bay
Reliance
Glen Clove
New York Yacht Club
Leamer Shakan
Royal restaurant passes to new owner in Pendleton
Ow L Isbelle who has run the Royal on Main Street since last October sold out today to Imra Tefft of Roseville Washington who will take charge at once. Isbell will not leave Pendleton but may engage in other business here. Mrs Lebel will visit Moxter Oregon for two months. Consular reports from Monastir Macedonia say fighting occurred in the mountains six miles north of Monastir all day Thursday with few details.
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L. Isbelle
Royal Restaurant
Main Street
iMra
Tefft
Roseville
Wash
Isbell
Pendleton
Lebel
Moxter
Macedonia
Constantinople
Monastir
Pendleton High School Commencement Week Detailed
Pendleton public schools conclude a notable year with a sequence of events. President Penrose to preach at Christian church while students tour Spokane and Walla Walla to meet President Roosevelt. A granite memorial will be placed at the high school grounds with the five graduates initials carved. Closing day features songs, drills, and an orchestra with all city students on the north steps. Public invited to attend and celebrate.
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Pendleton High School
Christian Church
Stephen B Penrose
Whitmain College
Spokane
Walla Walla
Roosevelt
Cronin
Bond
Pendleton
Pendleton Public Schools
Wall collapse destroys adjoining building in Stockton
A wall of a three story brick building under construction by Stockton Investment Co. collapsed outward in Stockton California on the morning of May 2. The falling wall crushed a two story wooden building next to it. Mrs. Hailee OConnor of Pullman Washington and Mrs. Barry from this city, who were in the lottery building, were seriously injured.
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Stockton
Cal
Brlck
Stockton Investment Company
Ailee O'Connor
Pullman
Waeh
Barry
Marriage License Issued for James J Johnson and Rebecca M Cubbin
The county clerk issued a marriage license in the morning to James J. Johnson and Rebecca N. McCubbin, with Johnson listed as a resident of Morrow County.
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James J. Johnson
Rebecca N. McCubbin
Johnson
Morrow County
Ladies' Aid Society Plans June 4 Visit
The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Presbyterian church is invited to spend a day with Mrs J J Ralston of Eastland on June 4 in a community social event.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
The
First Presbyterian Church
J. J. Ralston
Eastland
Lawyers Accept Challenge From Pendleton Physicians Baseball War
Pendleton Oregon May 22 1903 lawyers issue a witty challenge to Pendleton physicians and dentists to a baseball game to raise funds for the hospital. lawyers accept the physicians but exclude dentists citing overpowering forearms. game slated for early June with proceeds to hospital and ambulance support.
Congressman Williamson to Speak at Pendleton Fourth
Congressman J N Williamson will deliver the oration in Pendleton on the Fourth of July. R Alexander secured his promise for the celebration, and the Progress Club committees expect a successful event given his reputation and local friendship network.
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J. N. Williamson
Progress Club
R. Alexander
Williamson
Pendleton
Peaker
Alexander returns from Kia Visit to Portland encampment
RK Alexander reports a pleasant trip to Portland for the Masonic encampment and a meeting with the president. He describes immense crowds in the metropolis and profuse decorations, noting the impressive display of ceremonies.
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RK. Alexander
Kia
Portland
Alexander
Sheep Shipment to North Dakota by Pope & Howard
Pope and Howard will ship 2200 head of sheep from Pendleton stock yards to North Dakota with Chicago billed, summering on the Dakota range. In fall they go east to Atlantic markets. Last train for Walla Walla leaves Monday May 25 at 2 PM from the O R N depot. tickets advised.
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North Dakota
Pope & Howard
Pendleton
Dakota
Atlantic
Early Season in Kansas Cyclone Destroys Dozens of Homes
In Pinveka Kansas May 24 a cyclone struck the eastern portion of the county seat, killing six and injuring several. About a dozen houses were destroyed, a woman was hurled through the air, and a single dwelling housing a widow and her four children was wrecked. The widow suffered serious injuries as a child lay injured nearby.
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Pinveka
Kan
illegitimate son named heir to Servian throne
A report from May 2 states Alexander of Servia reportedly decided to name an illegitimate son by Madam Hintitach as heir to the Servian throne, igniting questions about succession and legitimacy. The snippet notes a dramatic royal move by the Servian ruler.
Standard Improvements Show Progress at Mines Company
Dr Ed W Bavler general manager of Standard Consolidated Mines left to visit the property and advance development work. A large scale operation is under way with a view to a reduction and treating plant this fall. Details of the plant are not public, but it is expected to be modest in scope for the district. The warm days favor light attire, and a local shop markets Manhatten shirts and skeleton coats. The note ends with a political jab about Roosevelt.
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Ed W. Bavller
Standard Consolidated Mines Company
Sumpter
Mueller
Mont Eatra
Lea
Body of Guilford girl found in Tanner's Creek
May 25 Guilford Indiana report says the body of Ron Kiser’s young victim was found in Tanner's Creek with injuries to the head. A Black man matching the suspect description was arrested in North Bend and Manchester, with authorities planning identification. Tension rose as locals and farmers gathered. physicians say the girl may not recover.
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Guilford
Ind
Ron Kiser
Tanner's Creek
Grain Markets Hedged by Mixed Wheat Signals
Quotations furnished by Cos Commission Company with local manager R L Boulter in Chicago. Market opened lower on weak cattle outlook while winter wheat belt damage reports suggested further losses. Despite noise, analysts see potential for a bull market as concerns ease and buyers return, with prices showing modest gains in July and September notes.
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Cos Commission
R. L. Boulter
Court Street
Chicago
Minneapolis
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