A Strange Bequest and a Vision of Warren County Bridges
A bequest of fifty thousand dollars supposedly could improve Warren County roads, but much was wasted. Tionesta gains fine streets from elected officials ideas, while a vivid recollection describes the Kinzua Viaduct as the world’s highest railroad bridge, an engineering marvel inspiring awe and dreamlike journeys.
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Warren County
Tionesta
Ite
Tex
Beaver
Bucephalus
Warren
Kinzus
Roads and Rouse funds Shape Erie Warren County Roads
In Erie and Warren counties Pennsylvania, road funding and management are described, detailing township taxes, beats, and road commissioners. The article notes eight and one fourth mills total tax in Erie, with two mills for road work and urges state macadamization, while Warren County’s $40,000 bequest from Captain Henry E. K. Rouse funds road repairs but may curb local initiative, leaving roads in mixed condition.
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Erie
Erie County
Pennsylvania
Warres County
Henry EK. Rouse
Rouseville
Rouse
Warren County
Allegheny Valley
Rouse West
C. H. Meecham
Warren
Captain Rouse
Honest pathmasters aid Erie county roads and farmers
The Erie county system loans road machines to pathmasters who provide tools to farmers. Roads are kept 50 feet wide with a single wagon track, and obstructions are removed at owners' expense. Critics in Forest county show less enthusiasm, citing costs and uneven terrain but praise local efforts like Tionesta's blue flagstone macadam.
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Erie County
Alleheny
Washington
Butler
Road reform talk and local stone use in Tionesta
Mr Brownell advocates a general road law allowing local use of available stone such as sandstone or alate instead of limestone but cautions against misusing resources. He promotes monend amized roads and credits road improvements in Tionesta, where mud streets became solid with a 10 inch stone fill. A town council macadamizing proposal spans bridge to bridge, while ex-pathmaster J Min singer laments buried money on roads. Future letters will discuss Clarion county limestone resources and Allegheny Valley colonists adventures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest
Roads Commission
Forest County
C. C. Brownell
Tionesta
Brownell
J. Minsinger
Clarion County
Allegheny Valley
L. E. Storren
Guilty Verdict In Libel Case Against O'Donovan Rossa
Oyer and Terminer finds O Donovan Rossa guilty of criminal libel for calling P 8 Cassidy a British spy. Hendrickson acquitted. Cronin suspect John J Maroney among witnesses failing to respond. Rossa to be sentenced Wednesday on own bond, likely five years’ imprisonment or fine.
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New York
Oyer and Terminer Today
O'Donovan Rossa
Cassidy
Hendrickson
Rossa
John J. Maroney
Cronin
Austin Ford
Patrick O' Herlihy
Howe
Dawson
Judge Andrews
Andrews
French Treaty Rights Delegates Arrive in Halifax
Delegates from Newfoundland to Great Britain and Canada arrive by the Caspian in Halifax. They plan a public meeting and seek cooperation from other colonies on broader issues of French treaty rights off Newfoundland. The lobsters dispute and maritime rights factor into growing interprovincial trade implications.
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Halifax
N. 5
Newfoundland
Great Britain
Canadas
Prominent Chicago Businessman Missing in Evanston
Charles Randolph a well known Chicago business figure vanished from his South Evanston home Wednesday afternoon and has not been heard from since. He has long been active in business circles and was reportedly unwell for some time.
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Charles Randolph
Chicago
South Evanston
Mr. Randolph
Eight Hour Campaign Led by Gompers for Labor Unity
The eight hour movement expands globally with Samuel Gompers issuing a manifesto to American workers. The American Federation of Labor backs the carpenters to press for the eight hour day, urging peaceful action and coordinated effort to avoid strikes while preparing a large May 1 demonstration to demonstrate resolve and advance the cause.
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Gompers
America
Chicago
New York
Executive Council
American Federation of Labor
Samuel Gompers
William Martin
P. J. McGuire
Henry Enrich
Chris Evans
Famine Follows Strikes Hit South and West Ireland
Widespread disaster threatens the South and West of Ireland as railway employes strike. A famine of flour and coal looms in Fermoy while the Grand Canal halts traffic. Guinness moves wagons to supply towns. Directors and clerks transport passengers and mails, as Cork merchants say they cannot continue business during the strike.
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Ireland
DY Dunlaf
Cautse
Dusis
Fermoy
Grand Canal
Guinness
Calhoun
Great Southern Railway
Irelad
Michael Davitt
Davitt
Dublin
Umbria
Cork
Miners Return to Work After Misunderstanding Strike
More than 500 Morrel & Wheeler miners end a strike as no one is discharged. A conference between Superintendent Taylor and Master Workman Kerloot settles the dispute and miners resume work. The Smithton district strike remains unsettled pending further talks. Port Eo plant remains in full operation amid regional tensions and K L of L growth.
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Morrel & Wheeler's
Taylor
Kerloot
Smithton
Port Eo
Carpenters Union to Lead Labor Parade Anniversary
A special telegram from Moorestown dated April 28 notes the labor parade here Thursday evening led by the local Union of Carpenters and Joiners with all trades expected to join. The event marks the fourth anniversary of the union and aims to be the largest labor showcase to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dispatch
Mooresrort
Union of Carpenters and Joiners
A Game of Freeze Out in Chicago Carpentry Strike
Special telegram from Chicago reports a key arbitration meeting between carpenters and bosses as the new employers group seeks to prove it can employ over 4,000 workers. A speedy settlement hinges on recruiting strength, with non union workers being drawn in and tensions flaring at sites across the city. Packhouse laborers union growth and political interest add pressure as talks continue and potential stockyard action looms.
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Cuiiaco
Carpenters
Arbitration Committee of the
Organization of Bosses
Master Carpenters’ Association
Chicago
Smythe
North Avenue
Marsh
London Bobbies Seek Pay Rise Amid Strikes Anxiety
Lewpos April 28 petty police circulate signatures for a petition to the Commissioner of Police demanding 5 shillings a day pay, free from provident fund and other deductions. They currently earn 31 shillings weekly with various withholdings and hold private meetings while insisting on peaceful action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewpos
Commissioner of Police
Taking Them All In in McKeesport
In McKeesport on April 28 all trades in the city outside Tube Works have joined the Federation of Labor. A plan to organize main industries is set, with a Palace Rink meeting Sunday for National Tube Works employees to discuss branch organization and alignment with the federation.
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McKeesport
Federation of Labor
Palace Rink
National Tube Works Company
Washington contractors vow to ignore unions in labor disputes
Special telegram from Washington Pennsylvania reports that local contractors and builders passed resolutions to back each other during any union strike. They will pay by the hour for work arranged with their men, hire non union labor, and refuse to recognize union workers in subcontracts. They say they will ignore a strike by any union.
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Little Washington
Dispatch
Washington, Pa
Anarchists Advocate Violence at Lyons Meeting
Pagis April 28. A Lyons gathering of anarchists favored violence for the May 1 labor demonstration. Eleven active incendiary supporters were arrested. Carvers Seek Nine-Hour Day in Grand Rapids. Carvers voted to strike May 1 if the nine-hour demand is denied. Manufacturers stand firm, a general strike could follow if outside carvers join.
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Pagis
Lyons
Grand Rapids
Railroad Miners Will Strike Next Thursday
Special telegram from Breanpool dated April 28 reports a likely strike at all mines along railroad lines if operators refuse miners demand for a price increase from 70 to 75 cents per ton.
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Tite Dispatch
Breanpool
Rhenish Westphalian Association Cuts Iron Rates
BeErwis April 28 The Rhenish Westphalian Association reduced pig iron rates from 10 to 17 marks boiler plates from 20 to 35 marks and red iron by 20 marks for the current pricing period.
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Beerwis
Rhenish Westphalian Association
Race Track Leaders Battle over Republican Weekly Plan
A National Republican weekly paper is proposed to unify party press. Clarkson signals editors must serve party interests over money or risk rival journals. The plan envisions a national organ led by prominent Republicans to articulate core principles and steer leadership.
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Clarkson
STAIF
WaAsHixndox
Americas Club
Taz DisrPatch
Newapats
New York
Republican Party
DisPatch
National
Lighther
Congressional theories on Mississippi flood relief debate
Washington April 28 Congress debates Mississippi river improvement with jetties levees and other systems seen as failing. Proctor seeks relief details as governors report thousands hungry and in need. Military officers directed to aid flood victims and manage rations and transport with broad discretionary powers.
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Wasatxcoton
Capitol
Senate
Secre Proctor
South
Louisiana
New Orleans
Mississippi
Arkansas
Phillips County
Desha County
James Wilson
Fourth Artillery
Jackson Barracks
Miss
Weston
New Orleona
Howard
New York
And a Chance to Construct Govern Tags is Now Open
Wassindtox April 28 advertisement for three tags for the navy seeks bids. The notice outlines construction or procurement opportunities and invites responses from interested parties.
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Wassindtox
Navy
Excessive zeal in lobbying nearly defeats bridge bill
In Washington a bridge bill for the eastern Potomac crosses Bennings road toward a new race track. The Washington Jockey Club sent Congress members complimentary badges, prompting opposition and almost defeating the measure. It barely passed on its merits as lawmakers objected to outside influence.
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Washingtoy
Washington
House
Potomac River
Bennings Road
Washington Jockey Club
Congress
Bennings Bridge
Maryland
Washington Market
Outhwaite
Ohio
Jockey Club
Two Rebels Named by Congressman Hooker in House Debate
In Washington the House debated the Rock Creek park bill and related matters. Congressman Hooker referenced Arlington Cemetery graves marked Rebel, noting no reproach, while the Rock Creek Park bill failed 78 to 88 after a session that included a veto message and budget discussions.
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Washington
Fremont
N. C
Ogden
Utah
House
District of Columbia
Rock Creek Park
Hooker
Mississippi
Arlington Cemetery
America
Robert Ellis Washington
Yeas
Nays
Hemphill
South Carolina
Northern Illinois mine owners and workers convene in Chicago
A joint convention of Northern Illinois mine owners and mine workmen met at the Coal Exchange in Chicago on April 22 with nineteen operators and three delegates. John B. Rae of the United Mine Workers urged forming a six member committee to set a permanent organization and procedure, amid a debate over wage scales and Indiana competition. An invitation was sent to all state operators for a Wednesday morning session.
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Northern Illinois
Coal Exchange
John B. Rae
United Mine Workers of America
Secare
Howells
Indiana
Ohio
Rae
Jealousy Sparks Double Murder and Suicide in Nyack
G F Smith, gardener for W B Williams at South Nyack, shot at his wife during dinner after jealousy and then wounded laborer Henry Chappell. He then killed himself, dying beside a revolver. The tragedy occurred as Chappell dined in the house.
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Chappell
Smith
Jealous Lover Slays Woman in Charleston Shooting
Special Telegram from Charleston West Virginia reports on April 28 when John Hawkins went to Emma Woodyard’s house, lured her outside, embraced her, and fatally shot her in the head. Jealousy cited as motive.
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Charleston
W. Va
John Hawkins
Emma Woodyard
Senator MacFarlane says American Life solvent despite rumors
Philadelphia April 25 Senator John J. MacFarlane president of the American Life Insurance Company defended the firm against defalcation rumors. He said the company is solvent and capable of meeting all obligations though personal finances suffer due to failed building ventures. He owns most company stock pledged for loans and warned that forced sale could reduce market value.
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John J. MacFarlane
American Life Insurance Company
Philadelphia
MacFarlane
Fourth
Walnut Streets
Texas
St. Louis
Tama
Beoks
Philadelphia Stock Exchange
MacFaurlane
Charles G. Robeson
George W. Hall
Walter E. Rex
The
American Life
Mc Macerlave
Geddadite Tate
Bank of America
Foster
Neville Gets a Fat Job in Havana
Manni reports on April 23 that the Duke of Seville has been appointed to a high government post in Havana, signaling a significant career advancement and political shift affecting local affairs.
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Manni
Duke of Seville
Havana
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American Confederation of Labor
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