Strike Threat Looms Over Pittsburg Yard Men Demands
Union chiefs and 24 hour notice demand higher wages and a ten hour day for yard workers on railroads into Pittsburgh. Federation plans to press for Chicago wage scales with overtime pay, with potential nationwide sympathy action if companies refuse. Engineers largely not participating, nonunion crews cautious about a walkout amid heavy freight loads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federation of Railway
Chicago
Pennsylvania Company
Pittsboro
Windy City
Pittsberg
Pittsburg
Allegeny
Fort Wayne
Allegheny
Washington Avenue
Brotherhood of Trainmen
Panhandle
Ecompany
Burlington
Federation
Pennsylvania
Union
Wade
Torrens
Wall
Derry
Bolivar
Johnstown
Altoona
Western
Roundhouse
West Penn
Sixteen Grievances Placed Before Pittsburg Railroads
About 400 railroad workers met at EK of L Hall to present sixteen grievances long filed against roads centering in Pittsburg. They seek living wages, ten hour days, no inexperienced hire, and wage parity with other cities. A committee will visit offices citywide and demand a 24 hour response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
L. Hall
Federation of Railway Employes
E.C. Gosnell
J and W. As. Grates
Frank T. Hawley
E. F. McCartney
J. F. Tobin
Thomas Cain
EC. Gosneil
Committee On
Deshon’s
Liberty Avenue
Castle Shannon
Federated Order of Railway
Olnes
Pitsburg
Local Officials Await Developments On Wage Demands
Rail executives interviewed yesterday said they had not considered wage increases and did not expect federation pressure soon. They cited a freight boom relapse and more cars than shippers need as evidence of weaker demand.
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Federation
Miners and Operators Meet Over Price Scale
Delegates from several states converge in Columbus to press for a unified price scale for the coming year. Ohio and Pennsylvania factions push for a rise, while Indiana and Illinois resist, risking continued strikes. Northern Illinois delegates already present as talks proceed toward a regional consolidation and possible May 1 strike.
Gored by a cow in South Orange rescue scene
Newark April 4. Mrs Peters Monaghan and Herman Heinrichs were gored by a tethered cow that broke its chain. Heinrichs suffered a fractured skull and severe injuries, saved from death by a brook dive, while Monaghan survived but with a broken leg and multiple cuts. Henry Brainard rescued her and was hurt in the attempt. Monaghan sent home, Heinrichs to Memorial Hospital Orange.
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Newark
N. J
Peter Monaghan
Herman Heinrichs
South Orange
Heinrichs
Doomsealers of San Francisco Fail to Prophesy Destruction
In San Francisco on April 14 revivalists led by Mrs. Woodworth predicted cities from San Francisco to Chicago would be destroyed by an earthquake and tidal waves. No calamity occurred, but hundreds who believed gathered near Oakland left for camps on hills near Santa Rosa St. Helena and Vacaville awaiting news. the believers persisted despite the forecast failing.
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San Francisco
Richland County Democrats Nominate Ticket at Mansfield Convention
The Richland County Democratic Convention in Mansfield Ohio nominated Probate Judge Lewis Brucker Commissioner George Gribling Infirmary Director Edwin Payne and listed delegates to the State and Circuit Judicial Conventions. The May 187? meeting also voted to return to the Crawford County election plan.
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E. Jenner
WH. E. Bell
A. F. Douglas
J.C. Burns
A. J. Mack
J. M. Hunter
J. M. Robinson
Richmond Smith
M. D. Harter
H. T. Smart
Crawford County
Glidden patent invalid in Braddock Wire Co. case ruling
Judge Dendy in the U S Circuit Court denied injunctions and held the Glidden patents invalid in suits brought by Washburn & Moon Manufacturing Co of Worcester and Elwood of Dekalb against Knapp Burrell Co of Portland Ore and Braddock Wire Co of Pittsburg. The decision affirms earlier rulings by Judge Treat and Judge Sturas that the Glidden patents do not cover a bed wire monopoly.
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Braddock Wire Company
Pittsburg
Portland, Oak
Dendy
United States Circuit Court Today
Washburn & Moon Manufacturing Company
Worcester
Mass
Elwood
Dekalb, TI
Knapp, Burrell & Co
Portland
Ore
St. Louis
Glidden
Treat
Sturas
Iowa
Washburn & Manufacturing Comany
Opera Company Manager Marries in Baltimore
Albert H. Canby manager of the Francis Wilson Opera Company wed Miss Jessie Quigily of Chicago at St Luke's Episcopal Church Baltimore this afternoon. The couple will begin an extended European tour after the ceremony.
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Opera Company
Baltimone
Albert H. Canby
Francis Wilson Opera Company
Jessie Quigily
Chicago
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Labor protest and eight hour movement sweep May Day calls
A New York socialist labor address urges May 1 demonstrations for shorter hours and higher wages as the eight hour aim spreads across Europe. In New York, 100 workers from 70 shops in children’s clothing strike for wage increases, meeting at Standard Hall to press contractors and middlemen.
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Europe
New York
United States
Union Square
Standard Hall
East Broadway
M. Saul
Labor groups press for shorter hours and higher wages
In London April 14 delegates met to form a State Federation of Labor as the executive board was instructed to act. Hebrew tailors and Manchester machinists struck for shorter hours and higher wages prompting broader labor action.
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Bonh League
Ruse
Ex Tire Board
Anthe
Federation of Labor
Lonspon
Manchester
Eee
Vienne Carpenters Strike in Graz Over Wages Hours
Vienna reports thousands of Graz carpenters striking for higher wages and shorter working hours. The action involves six thousand workers pressing labor reforms from local employers.
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Vienne
Vienna
Graz
Firemen and Sailors Meet to Form National Union
In New York on January 1 delegates from firemen and sailors in New York Brooklyn Jersey City Philadelphia Baltimore Boston and Chicago convened. President McGregor opened the session as credentials were examined and President Gompers spoke praising organized labor. Resolutions call for uniting seafaring workers under one union to secure uniform wages and conditions nationwide and pledging to buy union-made goods where possible.
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New York
Anni I
Brooklyn
Jersey City
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Boston
Chicago
McGregor
Amalgamated Brotherhood of Sanora and
Firemen
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Fea
Pacific
Atlantic
United States
Fire destroys D and H Canal coal pockets at Honesdale
Special telegraph from Tie Dispatch reports a large fire at Honesdale erasing the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company's coal pockets and 25 loaded cars. Four thousand tons of coal burned. about 200 workers laid off. The blaze, blamed on incendiaries, continued into the afternoon.
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Delaware and Hudson Caital Company
Fie
River outlook improves as planting proceeds at River Station
The River at River Station shows slow rise, gauge reads 47 feet 2 inches after 24 hours. Despite an earlier forecast of rapid increase, observers expect a modest rise with future levels not near the peak. Deer Creek and Lake Washington areas report falling waters while cotton planting expands on the east side. Buffalo mats have infested the county, causing damage to stock.
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Hiiewa
Ank
Cairo
Greenville
Deer Creek
Lake Washington
Modern Ali Baba opens Treasury vault in fifteen seconds
A vault expert demonstrated rapid access to a Treasury vault storing millions in silver, challenging the safety of the burglar proof doors. Treasurer Huston and Rep. Plumb face a heated debate as a special House committee considers new locks and currency expansion moves.
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Huston
Treasury
Plumb
Washington
House Appropriation Committee
New Yorker
Mr. Haston
Hte
Congress
Carpenters Strike Moves as Judge Rules on Rand McNally Work
In Chicago on April 14 Judge Prendergast handled the Rand McNally building dispute. The court will not compel workers to return but assignee must meet 40 cents an hour, eight hours daily, and union recognition. Union telegrams from New York praise the carpenters and hint broader stoppages across bricklayers and masons.
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Chicago
Pendergast
W. F. Weee
Pacopee Federation of Favor
Camuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Masons
Cna
Father in Little Compton horsewhips two daughters
Owen Manchester, a prominent citizen of Little Compton, reportedly horsewhipped his two daughters Florence and Hattie after a social gathering. He allegedly forced them outdoors, stripped them, and whipped them until wounds appeared. Neighbors reported the injuries and the town council discussed possible actions.
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Page Tae
Fawr Riven
Mass
Owen Manchester
Little Compton
Florence
Hattie
Four Corners
Manchester
Des Moines Starch Factory Destroyed by Fire
The Gilbert Starch Works in Des Moines Iowa burned today destroying about 200 workers jobs. The blaze started in the box factory and spread to the boiler room cutting off the hose. Several firemen and employees were injured including Billy Camp who was hit by a brick. The building and about 10000 bushels of corn in nearby bins were lost. The English syndicate recently bought the plant and insured for 300000 with agents signing policies last Saturday evening.
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Des Moines
Gilbert Starch
Billy Camp
Alan
Senator Mor rill Honored Amidst Mourning At Capitol
The venerable Senator, constant in his seat, received congratulations yet amid sadness as friends and officials mourn the deaths of Ox Kelley and Randall ls. Intimate acquaintances and the President and Vice President paid respects at his residence this evening.
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Gones
Ox and Kelley
Randall Ls
Morrill
Democratic Sweep in Butte City Government
Dispatches from Butte Montana report a Democratic victory in city elections with mayoral and council seats won by the party. Major Maginnis and Mr. Clark received word of a 200 to 400 vote majority, signaling a clean sweep for Democrats in Silver Bow county.
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Washington
Major Maginnis
Mr. Clark
Montana
Butte
Mont
Kenyon
Hutte
Silver Bow County
The Dead Chieftain Randall Remembered At Funeral Gatherings
Funeral attendees and condolence messages pour in for Mr. Randall. Governors, senators, and notable figures send telegrams, while a large crowd visits the Randall residence to express sympathy. The casket rests at Laurel Hill Cemetery after services and viewing, with G A R veterans to hold cemetery ceremonies only if time permits. House and Senate members form funeral committees and adopt resolutions of regret.
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Wasuisdon
Randall
Elill
Whitney
Abram
George L. Converse
Ohio
Beaver
Pennsylvania
Wallace
Thomas Shaw
United States
Mexico
Laurel Hill
Friends of
George B. Mende Pont
G. A
Germantown
Grand Army
James H. Blount
Georgia
John S Barbour
Virginia
Dallas Spodters
Senate
Cameron
Way
Allison
Dawes
Vorhees
Sstis
Neagle Freed By Supreme Court In Motive Behind Shooting
The United States Supreme Court rules Neagle Deputy Marshal acted within his duties when he shot Judge Terry in Lathrop California to protect Justice Field. The decision grants habeas corpus and ends federal murder charges, affirming federal authority to preserve national peace over state interests.
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Wasurxotox
United States Supreme Court Today
Neagle
United States
Terry
Lathrop
Cal
Justice Field
Department of Justice
United States Circuit Court of California
Neagie
California Wonder Corbett Beats McCaffrey in Brooklyn Benefit
The Californian James Corbett fought Dominick McCaffrey in a three round scientific contest at the Fifth Avenue Casino Brooklyn. Corbett outgeneralled his opponent on every point and drew applause with decisive third and fifth rounds as 200 spectators watched. Referee Steve O'Donnell oversaw the bout and Johnny Reagan timed the event. Billy Brien hinted at future Corbett Sullivan plans. Jack Harnett attended as a spectator.
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James Corbett
Fifth Avenue
Brooklyn
Dominick McCaffrey
McCaffrey
Corbett
Steve O'Donnell
Johnny Reagan
Billy Brien
Sullivan
Jack Harnett
Democracy celebrates Jefferson birthday with mass meeting
A local Democracy celebration marks Thomas Jefferson's birthday with a mass meeting at the Central House. H A Barnhurst presided with speakers including Hon. Wm L Scott who denounced Speaker Reed as autocratic. The crowd cheered and the event highlighted Democratic teachings.
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Thomas Jefferson
Central House
H. A. Barnhurst
Fsq
Wm. L. Scott
Jefferson
Scott
Reed
Russia
Senator Plumbs Bomb Bill Shocks Senate Ranks
Wasmeton April 14 Senator Plumb introduced a radical bill to move national bank circulation deposits into the Treasury and limit funds above ten million to be kept by the Treasury. The measure reflects the influence of farmer and worker groups pressing Congress and unsettles many lawmakers across parties.
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Wasmeton
Senate
Plumb
Wall Street
United States
Congress
Labor unions clash as carpenters join in split with Knights
In Baltimore on April 14 the Carpenters Union added 110 new members most from non union carpenters. The Knights of Labor say many are not in good standing and accuse the union of aligning with arrears to the Knights. Observers expect a national strike wave on May 1 to enforce card system and curb the Knights of Labor.
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the Carpenters' Union of Baltimore
The
Knights of Labor
Dispatch
Batimore
Carpenters’ Union
Carpenters
Knights of Labor Assembly
Knights of Tabor
Master Onliders
Iabor
Building Trades Union
Attempted assassination near NewArk Depot injures man
At about 745 this evening Edward Grant, a young resident, was attacked on North Third street as he walked toward Schimpf and Stetzier's grocery. An unknown assailant fired two shots. the first missed, the second struck his left arm near the elbow. He was found and taken to the grocery. the wound is serious but not fatal.
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Newaark
Edward Grant
Schimpf & Stetzier
North Third Street
Lewis Fyans
Merchants and Traders' Produce Exchange Goes Into Assignment
The Nashville firm made an assignment for the benefit of creditors with Wm. I. Granberry named as signee. Liabilities are estimated at 100000 dollars while assets consist of notes and accounts due by various parties totaling 451 dollars. The exchange dealt in futures in wheat produce stocks and bonds.
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Nashville
Produce Exchange
Nasavie
Wm. I. Granberry
Orders Misunderstood as Boston Builders Continue Work
In Boston on April 14 workers at Norcross Bros. contracted buildings pushed ahead despite a strike order by the Amalgamated Bounding Trades Councils. Some learned of the action and stayed away, but most did not know to quit. Strike committees may order a full halt tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacha
Poulson & Evers
Williamsburg
Boston
Amalgamated Bounding Trades Councils
Norcross Bros
Columbus Tailors Strike Ordered by Union
Columbus Ohio April 14. The tailors union has ordered a strike to take effect tomorrow morning. About 20 workers will be affected. The Merchant Tailors Exchange refused to grant an advance of about one cent on pantaloons or vests. The strike is supported by the national organization.
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Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Columbus
Tailors' Union
Merchant Tailors’ Exchange
Fire at Madrid gas works shocks Maneto crowds
Fire erupted at the Madrid gas works in the evening. The blaze raged fiercely drawing vast crowds and causing widespread alarm. Officials fear the consequences may be disastrous.
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Madrid
Reckless Prince Karl Placed Under Control
Viennsa April 4 Prince Karl of Trautt Oemansdorff is placed under control for reckless extravagance and speculation. He has lost large sums on the turf and on the Stock Exchange.
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Viennsa
Prince Karl
Trautt Oemansdorff
Stock Exchange
Senate and Howe Committees Outline Silver Bill Views
Washington reports that the House committee favors redeemable Treasury notes for silver purchases. The Senate committee adopted three provisions: Treasury to buy 4,500,000 ounces monthly and issue notes redeemable in bullion or coin. national banks authorized to issue notes equal to bonds on deposit, boosting currency. 100,000,000 held for note redemption to circulate, with tax on bank circulation to be dropped but later withdrawn. The panels plan to meet the House to seek accord.
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Washington
House
Treasury
Senate
Secretary of the Treasury
Delaware, Susquehanna and Schuylkill Rail Road Charter Granted
A charter was issued at the State Department for the Delaware Susquehanna and Schuylkill Railroad Company with capital of 400000 dollars. The line will run from Drifton Luzerne County to Eckley at the Luzerne Schuylkill Columbia county junction. Eckley B Cox is named president.
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Harrisware
State Department
Delaware, Susquehanna and Schuylkill Railroad Company
Drifton
Luzerne County
Eckley
Luzerne
Schuylkill
Columbia
Eckley B. Cox Ia
European labor demo May 1 in Bupa Pesti
The city’s working men plan a May 1 demonstration aligning with European unions. Railway machine shop workers back an eight hour day and will agitate for the shorter workday.
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Bupa Pesti
Europe
Bar to Education Suit in Kansas Crystallizes Racial Issue
In Olath e Kansas a suit by Luella Johnson a nine year old colored girl against the city Board of Education to admit her to the ward school was decided with a peremptory writ. Judge Hi Tintante presided and the case was noted for possible appeals. In London the remains of Junius 8 Morgan will be moved from Monte Carlo to Havre and then shipped to America for interment in his native town.
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Olathe
Kan
Mandamus
Luella Johnson
Board of Education
Morgan
London
Junius
Monte Carlo
Havre
America
Dock Laborers Strike Hits Birkenhead Docks
5000 workers on Birkenhead docks walk out after dock companies refuse Union hours terms. State federation drives organize in St. Paul as Minnesota Eight prepares next steps.
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Birkenhead
St. Paul
Minnesota
British Interests Not to be Prejudiced
The German government assures Emin Pasha will operate only within the German sphere and British interests will not be prejudiced as the April M expedition proceeds.
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Loxpox
Emin Pasha
Emin
Opposition to Balfour's Land Purchase Bill
With few exceptions the entire Opposition backs Mr. Parnell's push to reject the land purchase bill outlining firm party support for the motion in Parliament.
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Balfour
Lospen
Mr. Parnell
Archer Admitted to Bail in $25,000 Bond
State Treasurer Archer was admitted to bail today on a $25,000 bond. The hearing occurred in the early afternoon with no immediate statement from the office. The case details remain confidential pending further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archer
Bautmmar
Morrill Celebrates Eightieth Birthday Amid Congratulatory Tone
Washington April 4 With aging leaders thinning Morrill marks his eightieth birthday amid public life turnover. The event draws more congratulations than a typical anniversary as officials note his long career and influence.
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Washington
Morrill
Dry Heat Hurting Pianos Says Music Men
Music men warn pianos suffer more from natural gas era heat and dryness than moving dampness. They suggest a growing plant in the room as a test and note thirsty plants reflect piano health. German practice uses a large moistened sponge near the piano when fires burn to keep humidity.
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Germany
Married women enter medicine with fewer domestic limits
The piece notes marriage now interferes less with medical careers. It asserts married women are often more successful physicians than single ones and that many women begin medical study after marriage.
Body in Plaster Cask Shipped as Plaster Sample
A Danish murderer used a cask labeled as a plaster sample to ship the body of a Copenhagen victim to Racine Wisconsin. The crate was opened at New York Custom House after Copenhagen police alerted inspectors. The body was preserved in plaster and identified by a ring on a finger, with authorities awaiting further disposition.
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New York Custom House
New York
Custom House
Copenhagen
Finch, Edge & Co
Thingvalla
Rejon Chine En
Phillipsen
Meyer
Wells Fargo & Co
Racine
Wis
Finch, Edge &Co
Berlin
S& C. Wibur
Dart
Aosak
de. Jowett
Ganem “Heese
Wells, Farco & Co
Wilbur
Heresford & Co
Jewett
Ibver
Reed
Nose
Willen Notifice Epectorares Anary Department
Treasury Department
At the A
Tarteedea
Optenet
Sven Wane
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Tobin
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ColumaBus
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A. L. Sweet
ET. Brent
Oglesby
ITI
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N. Voorman
Illinois
Patrick Mcltrvde
United Mine Workers
Bema
Mansfield
Hugo Vogt
Sergius E. Schevitsch
Socialistic Labor Party
International Labor Convention
Paris
France
Spain
Austria
England
Senator Plomb
New Yorke
Massachusetts
Buth
Congressional Tribe
Supreme Court of the United States
California
Pugiliss Corbere
McCoffer
W. L. Scott
Erie
Senator Plumb
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Boston Builders
Howe
Delaware, Susquehanna and Schuylkill Railroad
Kansas
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