Carnegie Steel Workers Prep Return to Work After Meetings
Officials at Carnegie’s Steel Works Homestead issued resolutions pledging support for the Amalgamated Association and opposing work under guard. Superintendent Potter planned to start operations as strikers eyed troop drilling on Carnegie Hill amid a holiday atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campeey
Wrentsan
Mechanical Department
Carnegie
Steel Works
Homestead
Amalgamated Association
Amalgamated
Hugh Donnell
Dave Shannon
Burgess McLuckie
Carnegie Company
Sir. Frick
Bevis
Potter
Homesead
Carnegie Hill
Death Toll Rises From Homestead Riot
Two more men die from the Homestead battle aftermath. Pinkerton Edward Speer of Chicago and Steel Worker George W. Retter, 46, of Verona, both succumb to wounds. Speer died after being shot on the barges incident and lingering illness. Retter died at Homeopathic Hospital as doctors and coroner prepare further proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homestead
Pinkerton
Edward Speer
Chicago
Lee
West Peon Hospital
George W. Rutter
Llamesteld Steel Works
Veronsborough
President Denies Signed Appeal for Aid by Homestead Leaders
President William Welbe denies authorizing a circular circulating in New York trade unions requesting financial aid for Homestead strikers. He doubts the document’s authenticity, saying he never endorsed such material and that Hugh Cornell’s name would appear if genuine. Amalgamated Association leaders also reject the appeal as a hoax and note prior similar attempts were blocked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Accelgamated Association
William Welbe
Thomas J. Crawford
George C. Ryland
Homestead
Welbe
New York
Wala
Hugh Cornell
Tronvestead Ieaders
Duquesne Steel Workers Hold Grove Meeting on Strike Support
Workers at the Duquesne Steel plant held a mass meeting in the grove near the Paquesne works to discuss backing the Homestead men. Speakers urged self preservation and support for the Amused Association, arguing for coordinated action though many remained noncommittal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocarmegie
Duquesne Secel Works
Paquesne
Crisht
Danny
Speal
Local Workers Move Toward Union Organizing
Reports say workers pushed resolutions to organize and appointors to begin active operations at once. A meeting adjourned with uncertainty about a strike, though many expect no immediate action. Organizing lodges of the Amalgamated Association may follow as excitement spreads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amalgamated Association
Sunday at Camp Sam Black Praises and Parades
A large crowd of visitors, mainly women, watched regimental chaplains and pretty girls at Camp Sam Black. Divines held services across regiments, with soldiers ordered to attend. heliograph signaling from the Twelfth's Haven company showcased night flashes as about 90 000 visitors observed the maneuvers and dress parades amid strict discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Sam Black
Bluecoats
Signal Corps
State Signal Corps
Twelfth
Haven
Indy
Pittsburg
HI Compas
O'Donnell Sails East Amid Mysterious Mission
Reporter notes Hugh O'Donnell departed last night aiming to prevent landing of foreign workers. He refused to reveal destination or purpose and tried to slip through gates unseen. The Switzerland steamer, carrying foreign workers, is believed to be involved and he may attempt to meet it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mit
Hugh O'Donnell
Switzerland
O Donnell Landing Controversy Sparks Debate
The report notes a dispute over stopping their landing as a contract law violation while others allege Mr. O'Donnell traveled to Harrisburg for an interview with the Governor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Donnell
Harrisburg
No Signs of Weakening as Carnegie Stands Firm
Carnegie Steel rejects Amalgamated Association recognition at Beaver Falls and Homestead mills. Locked-out workers vow to persist, while the firm plans to hire non union labor. wage talks resume with the Pittsburgh unions and the tenth conference set for this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie Steel Company
Beaver Falls
Homestead
Union
Amalgamated Association
Union Mills
Homestead Mills
Beaver
Pittsburg
Ferguson
Ironmasters
Amerinmated Association
Amalgamated Committee
Carnegie Company
Huwters
Amalenamate
Association of Iron and Steel Workers
Chicago
Windy City
Carnegie Mills
Homestead Appeal Referred for Union Aid in York Central Effort
The Homestead iron and steel workers appeal for funds is sent to the New York Central Labor Union and referred to affiliated unions. A special committee is tasked to raise support with donations forwarded to the Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers in Pittsburgh and Homestead, Pennsylvania, for distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Central Labor Union
Weibo
New York
Central Labor Union
Homestead Iron and Steel Workers
Central Labor Federation
Homestead Iron Workers
Amalgamated Association of Steel and Iron Workers
Hans
W. Welbe
Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers
Smithfeld Street
Pittsburg
Thomas J. Crawford
Homestead
F. Ryland
O'Donnell Leaves Homestead For Harrisburg Or Labor Meet
Hugh O'Donnell departed Homestead with a small valise as a Pittsburg train pulled away. Reported plans point to a Harrisburg meeting with Governor Pattison or a Labor Leaders conference in Philadelphia. Crawford claimed O'Donnell would return Tuesday and offered no specifics on his destination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Homestead
Hugh O'Donnell
Pittsburg
Crawford
O'Donnell
Philadelphia
Allegheny County
Immigrant Steamer Switzerland Lands Belgian Laborers Claim
Reports say Carnegie Company imported ironworkers from Belgium aboard the steamer Switzerland, which arrived in Philadelphia July 17. Inspectors allowed all 60 immigrants to land after questions, though Immigrant Inspector Stratton was absent on vacation. Deputy Franklin observed a group of strong looking men among the arrivals. Chief Officer Apetz said few passengers were Belgian and none were iron workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priladelthia
Weihe
Amalgamated Association
Carnegie Company
Belgium
Switzerland
Homestead
Stratton
Custom House
Serveror Franklin
Franklin
Altoona
Apetz
Trade and Labor Assembly Condemns Military Labor Force
The assembly adopted a resolution denouncing plans for a militia organized by inner city unions to resist armed forces of employers. It called such armed labor groups unwise, injurious, and incompatible with workers rights to vote and influence state troops and police. The body urged workers not to form military organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circano
Trades and Labor Assembly
William and
Robert Pinkerton
H. C Frick
Wurr
Trade and Labor Assembly
Beaver Falls Men Firm Stand Over Carnegie Mills
Beavers Falls workers remained quiet but firm claiming they will stay out all summer unless Homestead workers gain a conference with the firm. They held meetings yesterday and expect Hotaman to report to work this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie
Beaver Falls
Aman
Homestead
Railroad Men Refuse to Halt Non-Union Freight
Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston road workers deny plans to halt freight to Homestead mill during the strike. An engineer says he will not quit work, and several yardmen speak similarly. They view the Homestead strike as none of their business and refuse to interfere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Virginia
Chorisston
Homestead
Local travelers and visitors listed at city hotels
Monongahela City resident J M Grable and C A Rockwood of Olean are at the St Charles. Sam McClinton of Steubenville and J zami of Youngstown at the Anderson. Marsh McDonald left for Cincinnati and Louisville to look after coal interests. R L Johnson of Warren and M D Patton of Parker stay at the St James. Austin Farrell of Bristol and W D Appleyard of West Newton at the Duquesne. Uncle Jerry McKinnie of the Anderson leaves for Cleveland for vacation. Colonel Coryell of the Twelfth Regiment left for Williamsport after a family death. Henry M Keim of Valley Road treasurer arrived from Cleveland and stayed at the Anderson. Passengers for New York included Rosenbaum family, Craig, George W Guthris, and John H Seaman of Scottdale. J A Stevenson of New Castle, G A prominent Grand Army man, at Seventh Avenue Hotel. J H McClure and J Buford, Nashville horsemen, registered at the Monongahela House for Homewood races. Trev L Morgan Wood, pastor of Plymouth Congregational Church Detroit, visiting his father Dr Wood at Duquesne College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsh McDonald
Cincinnati
Louisville
R. L. Johnson
Warren
M. D. Patton
Parker
St. James Hotel
Austin Farrell
Bristol
W. D. Appleyard
West Newton
Duquesne
Jerry McKinnie
Anderson
Cleveland
Colonel Coryell
Twelfth Regiment
Williamsport
Henry M. Keim
Valley Road
Anderson Ote
John H. Seaman
Scottdale
J. A. Stevenson
New Castre
Seventh Avenue Hotel
J. H. McClure
J. & Buford
Nashville
Monongahela House
Trev. L. Morgan Wood
Plymouth Congregational Church
Detroit
Dr. Wood
Duquesne College
Wylie Avenues
Pittsburg Visitors Registered at New York Hotels
The list shows Pittsburg residents registered in New York hotels on July 17 including H. W. Lash at Fifth Avenue and J. M. Crowe at Park Avenue, with guests staying at Metropolitan, Gilsey, Grand, Continental, Hoffman, Marlborough, Norman, Tremont, St. Cloud, St. Denis, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hoffman
M. Rose
Normane
T. Scott
Tremont
H. Salzbacher
St. Cloud
J. Wallace
Continental
G. RB. West
Grand
E. D. Ilt
Coleman
P. C. Wollt
St. Denis
Planks as weapons in bold daylight Perrysville road robbery
In Perrysville on the road near Old Sproat dairy four men robbed and beat Balzoe Lutzinger, Blumer, and Charles Nagle. Two suspects were arrested, James Gildernew and Harry Thompson, with James Smith escaping. A fifth assailant might be at large. Police, led by Detectives Kornman Milby McDonough and Frank Aiken, recovered a watch and chain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perrysville Plank Road
Allegheny Central Station
Balzoe Lutzinger
Joseph Blumer
Charles Nagle
Sproat
Butcher's Run Plank Road
Jacob Born
Tay Blumer
Lutzinger
Blumer
James Young
Harry Muller
James Hunter
Allocleny Common Council
Hunter
Kornman
Milby
McDonough
Frank Aiken
Latzincer
Nagle
Blomer
Sittla
James Gildernew
Harry Thompson
James Smith
Lutainger
Gildernew
Perrysville
Hawley
Wilt
Adam White
Johan Hoeenfelt
William Field
Ofcers
King
Central Station
Night Watchman Assaults Pole Near McClure Mill
Emile Henke, a night watchman at McClure's planing mill, was fined 5 and costs or 30 days. He fired at two men and then attacked a passerby named Joseph Lesky with a billy, after which Officer Wilkosky arrested him at the Twelfth ward station yesterday morning. Alderman McKenna presided over the bearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emile Henke
McKenna
Twelfth Ward
Henke
McClure
Twentyseventh
Smallman Atreats
Joseph Lesky
Oficer Wilkosky
Stolen buggy found tied to tree on Locust Street
Early yesterday a horse and buggy owned by J. F. Borgemaan a contractor was found tied to a tree on Locust Street. It had been stolen from Ridge Avenue after a drive and was later located by an officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locust Street
J. F. Borgemaan
Ridge Avenue
Ladies' Ala Society to hear fete report for hospital
The Ladies' Ala Society of the Southside Hospital will meet tomorrow afternoon to receive committee reports on the recent lown fete held for the hospital’s benefit. It is hoped that the remaining funds include the $1,000 donation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Ala Society
Southside Hospital
Decomposed Body of Pittsburg Youth Found Near Cleveland
Cleveland telegram reports the decomposed body of Joseph Fossenger, who fled with his sister Pauline from their father in Pittsburg three months ago, found in woods near Cleveland Saturday. The nine does not appear in the city directory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Joseph Fossenger
Pauline
Pittsburg
Burglar Tries Break-In At Dr. Scherer Drug Store
An attempt was made to burglarize Dr. Scherer's drug store at 404 Webster Avenue about 2 AM yesterday. The thief climbed a rear shed, tore off a screen with a jimmy, and caused noise that woke the family. He escaped over a fence toward Erin Street.
Fight on Brunot's Island Cancelled
Allegheny police received a report that two Woods Run mill workers planned a fight on Brunot's Island. The event was to occur at a designated time but the principal participant did not appear and the fight did not take place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Woods Run
Brunot's Island
La.u
Hart’s Mining Play Offers Workers Chief O'Donnell Pay
Wilkesbarre dispatch reports D L Hart author of the mining drama Under ground proposes Huck O'Donnell to join a strikers committee with a weekly stipend of 150 dollars for the August 15 premiere. It is unclear if O'Donnell has accepted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aspeecilal
Wilkesbarre
D. L. Hart
Huck O'Donnell
Homestead
O'Donnell
Police arrests report from city wards
Multiple arrests reported around the city. Matt Wilhelm detained after a disturbance near South Twelfth Street. Ayers Carney John Foltin held after noon for fighting at 446 Webster Avenue. Frans McCannar alleged robbery on Second Avenue. Moss Marrie Millin arrested for burglary at 165 Wylie Avenue. Raid on disorderly house of Mrs Moran at Spring Alley results in arrests of two visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt? Wilhelm
South Twelfth Street
Ayers Carney
John Foltin
Rawson
Webster Avenue
Eleventh Ward
Frans McCannar
Omoer Devlin
Yellow Row
Second Avenue
Devlin
Moss Marrie Millin
Allen
Frank Dann
Wylie Avenue
Gallant
Twelfth Ward
Sunday Morning Court Fines Light in Allegheny District
Magistrates Hyndman McKenna Succop presided over a light Saturday and Sunday police court session. Several minor offenses resulted in fines or brief jail time while a few cases were discharged. Notable actions included a $10 fine for a disorderly house and a 9 day workhouse sentence for porch theft.
A Man to Beat Morgan in McKinley District
Veteran Democrat Al Carlile returns from Ohio confident that John Hallace of New Lisbon is the strongest opposition to Republican Congressman Morgan. Carlile predicts Hallace can win if matched against Morgan, while noting other hopefuls like Dr. Skint East Liverpool and W. S. Potts. He also quirks that Wallace may be named if he seeks the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AL Carlile
John B. Wallace
al. Carlile
Ohio
Harrison
Cleveland
Stevenson
Grover
Buckeye
Hkrice
Hill
Carlile
T. KR. Morgan
Congress
McKinley
John Hallace
New Lisbon
Wallace
Morgan
Warwick
Sam Phipps
Youngstown
Phipps
Dr. Skint
East Liverpool
Moral tone improving in northern state charities tour
Cadwalader Biddle and Dr. J W C O Neal visited penal and charitable institutions in northern counties with James B Scott. Biddle noted funds were tight and many homes may close the year in financial holes while state aid requests proceed to the Legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadwalader Biddle
State Board of Charities
J. W. C. O'Neal
Gettysburg
Monongahela House
James B. Scott
Jorge
Charity Board
Man Who Died of Rough on Rats to Be Buried by County
The body of J. Kirschner who suicided by taking rough on unts Saturday night will probably be buried at the county's expense. No relatives in this country are known. An East End resident reported Kirschner had spoken of relatives in Germany but avoided details. He had been a hard worker yet found little steady employment and was quiet in recent days. An inquest will be held today by Acting Coroner McKenna.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Retter
Pinkerton
Homestead
Rutter
Pimkertons
Setta de Landen
Pinkertons
Tiernestead
Osting
Dywtter
Pennsylvania
Ser McCleary
Thompson
Iret
Familly
Verona
A.M. Peet
Owls
Carnegie
Tims
McGrenna
Quartermaster’s Department
J. Kirschner
Untts
East End
Kirschner
Germany
Ete
Ately
McKenna
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Centleman
Alves
Math
Estabeau
Brooklyn
Muth
Europe
Bar
Michael Colgan Drowned While Bathing at River
Michael Colgan a 90 year old brakewan on the Allegheny Valley Railroad drowned while swimming in the Allegheny River at the foot of Fiftieth Street. He and Patrick Murray attempted to cross the river. Colgan disappeared about halfway. He left a brother on Ana Street and three sisters in the city. A letter found on Wis n addressed to Henry Colgan in Blackhill, Durham county, is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Colgan
Allegheny Valley
Allegheny
Fiftieth Street
Colgan
Patrick Murray
Ana Street
Wis
Henry Colgan
Dull Street
Blackhill
Durham County
Death of Mrs Burke on River Avenue Alleghear
Mrs Eliza Burke 25 wife of Charles Burks died yesterday afternoon from heart disease about 4 o clock in front of 75 River avenue Alleghear. Her body was removed to her home at 71 First street Alleghenr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drepper
Eliza Burke
Charles Burks
River Avenue
Alleghear
Lome
First Street
Alleghenr
Four orphans flee Tannehill Asylum in Allegheny
Four orphans aged 1 month two years and four years fled the Tannehill Asylum yesterday. A description is at the Eleventh ward police station. A curmulant ad boasts Klein's Silver Age products and Duquesne Ryn wares with testimonials signed by physicians. The Kenmawr Concert is slated for Silver Lake tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reardor
Tannehilla Asylum
Eleventh Ward
Klein
Duquesne Ryn
Eastern Auction Scheme Intrigues Allegheny Residents
New Yorkers open a staged home auction in a Northside mansion in Allegheny selling entire house furnishings inside a private residence. Police review licenses and methods, noting no permit loophole but concern over perceived pretense that goods belong to owners abroad or deceased. Authorities warn about the display and flow of goods as crowds attend the biweekly events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Northside
Bidwell Street
Brooklyn
N. Y
Pittsburg
Alleheny
Union Miners Under Arrest in Cear d'Alens District
In Wanact Spain on July 17, most union men are under arrest. General Carlin moved to Mullan leaving Thayer in charge here. Coroner's inquest postponed to July 2. About 100 union miners and citizens were escorted by strong guard from Burke to military headquarters this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanact
Spain
Cear d'Alens
Carlin
Mullan
Thayer
Burke
HUGUS & HACKE Summer Bar Gains In Housekeeping Linens
Summer sale highlights Huck and Damask Towels at 12c each, Knotted Fringe Towels at 25c, Old Bleach Huck Towels reduced to 25c and 37c, plus Odd Towels Trays Scarfs Doilies and Dresser Sets at half price. All linen sheets from $4.50 per pair. 50 Smyrna Rugs and Mats offered at special weekly prices.
Adams Express Officials Silent Over Reported $60,000 Loss
Report claims a pouch of money destined for Meriden may have been stolen on a route between New York and New Haven. Officials refuse to confirm amounts or discuss details. Detectives reportedly involved. police not yet informed of a formal loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express Company
New Haver, Corp
Spreiat
Adams Express Company
Meriden Ik
Adams Ex
Such & Los
Lynde Harrison
Barton
Harrison
Bridgeport
Henry Sanford
John Curtis
A. Y
New York
New Haven
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Gerhard
America
Tie
National Guard
United States
Gerhard’s
Purspits
Geners Witchor
William Eng
Brigade
Pattison
Ino Philadelphs
Trades Assembly
J. M. Grable
Monongahela City
C. A. Rockwood
Olean
St. Charles
Sam McClinton
Steubenville
J. Zami
The
Anerson
Mr. Rosenbaum
Sek Craig
George W. Guthris
Pittsburgers
Wulzinger
Peerysville Road
Increses
Hyndman
Michael List
Mollie Zahm
John Dolan
Jobim Nukie
Sixth Street
Fordidays
Joseph Lynn
Evlgar
Smallman Street
Kelly
Henry Norman
John Sullivan
Timothy Sullivan
Johanna Sullivan
Robert Brown
Eding
Iehnel Dalley
Dan Sailor
Nineteenth Ward
Mary McCormack
Shakespeare Street
George Harris
Highland Avenue
Fourteenth Ward
John Trace
Jones
William Long
Kennedy
Biddle
Penal and Charitable Institution
Avrnscnt
Tor
Fifth Avenue
Sliver Lake
Fifth Ave
Si Jyi Tawres
Dos. Horne & Go.’s
Penn Ave
Silk Department
India
Taffeta
Sarahs
Dos. Horne & Co
Simen’s
Ohio ST
Allegheny, PA
Jyllower
E. P. Roberts & Sons
Jye-Uwe
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