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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1900
Page
7
Executive Board of the Philadelphia Assembly of Machinists voted to strike on Labor Day unless demands for a nine hour day and twenty eight cent minimum wage are met. Overtime rates would vary by time of day with time and one half after midnight and double time on Sundays and holidays.
Lee Toy mayor of Chinatown becomes a father again drawing joyous reactions from hundreds of local residents. A large celebration is planned Wednesday to honor the newborn with godparents and a baptism to be conducted by Rev. Dr. Poole at the Chinese Mission.
The vanguard of the American Medical Association has arrived in Atlantic City. Preparations for the national convention have been completed by local organizers as the city readies for the gathering.
The Standard Theatre hosts the Graham Blackville Society Company this season starting with a matinee. The engagement features the colored star Raees Sn ont in a principal role as a Bronze.
Washington June 3. The fifty sixth Congress closes a busy six months with major actions. Porto Rico and Hawaii governments take shape. a gold standard act reshapes treasury operations. Nicaraguan Canal and anti trust measures advance. Senate and House debates touch Cuba and Philippines. bills on pensions, free homesteads, civil codes in Alaska, and naval and military appropriations move toward final action.
The Delaware Railroad reports eighty thousand dollars as the loss from the disaster here in the wreck that killed a locomotive and six railcars. Strawberry cargoes were damaged or ruined by collision and fire.
An important discovery from the hygienie institute of the Wursburg shows that electric currents can destroy bacteria. Researchers Keri and Jose report a breakthrough in sanitation using electricity to combat microbial growth.
Fragmentary OCR story describes a British crew mutiny aboard a vessel near Del., with partial details about a survey and alleged refusals to endure certain conditions. The readable parts mention crew dispute and unclear findings about the voyage and crew actions.
Arrangements are set for Admiral Dewey to depart Washington for an eight day excursion to Ohio and Michigan. He will travel by the Baltimore and Ohio train previously offered for a Western and Southern trip last month. Accompanying him will be Mrs Seat.
A local tailor ad proclaims high quality garments at $25 and $30 with money back if unsatisfied. It features striped flannel and serge suits, trousers to order at $8 and $10, and boasts expert trouser hanging and fit.
House and Senate conferrees wrestle with World’s Fair and other amendments in the sundry civil bill. Key fights center on the Louisiana Purchase Exposition and the Arlington memorial bridge, with a Senate delay and possible Tuesday vote. Governor Francis and Missouri lawmakers push a compromise to avoid delaying adjournment Wednesday.
W K Vanderbilt Jr of New York wins a writ and Deputy Marshal Myers searches the Schuylkill and Delaware for the launch Leading Wind. If found, it may be turned over to US authorities. the case pits Vanderbilt against Forrest Whitaker with a court decision likely.
A large Catholic audience gathered in Loretto Cambria County for the cornerstone laying of St Michael's Church. Rev Jean J Keane D D led the services as dignitaries and townspeople recalled Prince Gallitzins role in the area. Charles M Schwab of Carnegie Steel Company stood as donor and supported the event.
A steamboat named Pleasant Valley ran aground near Washington Park on the Greenwich data night. No injuries were reported and crews began assessment of the vessel for damage and fuel loss.
Partial OCR notes request contact via Phone 1 40 45 at 18th and Filbert. Context unclear on notice type or issuing authority.
The piece recounts a 110 mile automobile race from Jersey City to Camden amid rain and rough roads. President Chamberlain led early before straying into sand hills. drivers faced mishaps, misrouting on Fingerboard road, and many vehicles dropped out or arrived late, with only ten or twelve reaching Philadelphia before midnight.
Frederick Brightfelt, 27, of 4420 Mansion Ave Manayunk, nabbed by Henry Hampton a West Thenet Cemetery lot holder after allegedly stealing roses from Beaties graves. Witnesses report women nearby breaking bushes and carrying stems toward a station house at Mt Bank.
The Philadelphia ladies lawn tennis championship extended through matches at Merion Cricket Club Havre de Grace ground amid delays. Final rounds determined singles, doubles and mixed doubles with players including Sal Mies ris and Banks Phack advancing through preliminaries.
A fragmented report notes a ceremony at the First Christian Church in Berks honoring a former House chaplain and a noted community event led by Mervine and other celebrated figures.
Robert B Roosevelt arrives on the Statendam Paris trip exposes his strong view that the Paris Exposition is a costly sham. He cites a moon viewing spyglass fake and estimates visitors pay far more than advertised. He notes American exhibits outperforming others except France and urges caution.
Kingston Jamaica June 3 The British steamer Orinico reports that on May 31 rebels were within six miles of Panama. Government troops prepared for action. Colombians left Colon to reinforce the Panama garrison. 980 soldiers from Savanilla arrived May 28 by a French steamer and were sent to Panama. the U S warship Machias stood by to rush ships if the city was threatened.
Saturn is in beneic aspect with the meon and favors dealing with farmers miners and the elderly for land houses planting and sowing. Raphael warns of evil for all else and to avoid speculation. A birthday traveler will see changes and a child born today may face financial misfortune.
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