Lyons Disaster Relief Effort Grows as Death Toll Rises
Frank Watson and attorney J J Doworth are named in the relief effort for the Lyons disaster where two children of MIS and Mrs Lyons are among the missing. Authorities report the death toll likely around 100 with bodies found along the creek and river banks. A relief association has formed and $7090 has been subscribed to the fund.
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Frank Watson
J. J. Doworth
Samuel Watson
Mis
Valu
Orn Crow
Sperial
Reinhold
Jack Stewart
Stewart
Reinbold
Loomis
Trinity Church
Death Toll Rises From Floods Across Titusville Area
The report cites 75 to 102 dead with many bodies still missing as floodwaters sweep Titusville and nearby towns after a cloudburst. Rescue crews continue to recover remains while officials warn the final count may rise in the coming days. Locals recall a sudden, overwhelming deluge that left streets flooded and possessions ruined.
Flood Devastates Titusville After Oil Basin Breach
A disastrous flood roared down oil country towns from Spartansburg to Titusville. Dam failures released huge volumes of water and thousands of barrels of oil, benzine, and refined products, fueling fires and wrecking refineries. Residents rushed to safety as the flood overwhelmed streets and derricks, with wind directions sparing some districts and dooming others.
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Newtontog Pam
Titusville
Clity
Spartansburg
Oil Creek
Newtowntown
Ken
Rouseville
Weper
Tragic Oil Creek disaster claims Councilman Reinbold and many
A devastating flood and fire along Oil Creek devastates Meadville area. Councilman Reinbold dies near his barn as flames engulf the Flats. Dozens more are feared dead or injured, including children. Rescue attempts rescue workers, church, and bridge crews as relief funds arrive.
Horrific Flood and Fire Wreck Titusville City
In Titusville on June 5 a catastrophic flood and oil refinery fires devastate the city. Tens of thousands face destruction as 35 lives are feared lost and $1.5 million in damages accumulate amid explosions and raging flames. Residents cling to wreckage while rescue efforts battle swift waters and spreading fire.
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Trinity Church
New York and Pennsylvania
Oil Creek
Titusville
F. L. Wood & Co
Church Run
Thompson & Eldred
Spartansburg
Amazon
Iron Scale Cuts Signal Bitter Wage Fight in Sixth District
A sweeping plan from Mahoning Shenango Valley manufacturers seeks 15 to 50 percent wage cuts across departments, targeting rolling and muck mills. The move, backed by Cleveland and St Louis firms, challenges the Amalgamated Association as it opens its convention amid threats to cripple the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
St. Louis
Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers
Moorhead Bros & Co
Amalgamated Association
Mahoning and Shenango Valley Iron Manufacturers’ Association
Brown, Bonnell & Co
Mahoning Valley Iron Company
Cartwright McCurdy & Co
Youngstown Rolling Mill Company
Buhl Iron Company
Trumbull Iron Company
Association Mills
Mahoning
Shenango Valley
Flames Ravage Kittanning After Oil Fire Spreads
A telegram reports a flood of burning oil sweeping Kittanning just before 7 pm and threatening Pittsburg. A six foot wall of fire and water moved toward the city as rivermen hauled rope to secure barges while Sharpsburg and Gurasuta crowds watched. The blaze burned out before reaching the river, but water rose rapidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Collins
Alex ©. Pardee
Meadville Star
Standard Oil Company
Miller
H. W. Shafer
Postal Telegraph Company
Shafer
Oil City Relief Committee
Miller and Sibley
Franklin
Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad
Relief Corps
Barard
Pittsburg
Kittanning
Allegheny
Sharpsburg
Gurasuta
Unclear incident with fires on rafts and barges
A fragment describes men stationed on rafts and barges to fight flames but notes the precautions proved unnecessary. The text implies an emergency fire event with improvised watercraft response, yet lacks specifics on location, date, or organizations involved.
Bitter labor struggle dawns in iron circles as talks begin
Manufacturers demand their terms and seek a conference with the Amalgamated Association after workers file objections. The parties aim to adjust differences amicably, but the manufacturers remain united on their proposal, signaling a tense industrial showdown ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amalgamated Association
Proposed Scale Changes From Amalgamated Trade Document
The document outlines proposed adjustments to the Amalgamated scale across multiple steel and scrap categories. It specifies price percentages for cast iron swarth, wrought iron turnings, busheling, light scrap, and Norway scrip, plus changes to heating and rolling practices. It also notes clause edits and new allowances for mills handling heats and turns, with various page references and card-based pricing implications.
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Norway
Company Meeting Notes on Sheet Iron Mills Pricing Clauses
Scattered notes show clause changes and pricing for rolling pipe iron on sheet and jobbing mills. The executive committees of the Association of Sheet Iron Manufacturers adopted proposed changes. Page references indicate pages 1 to 2 plus addenda with clauses stricken or unchanged and per ton prices.
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Amalgamated Association
America
Association of Sheet Iron Manufacturers
Pope to Exhibit at Columbian Exposition Officials Meet
Hon. William J. Onahan and Thomas B. Bryan with W. A. Amberg visited Director General Davis to discuss a Vatican exhibit at the Columbian Exposition. An Archbishop Treland cable notes the Pope’s intention to display, seeking special space. The exhibit may include Vatican art, rare manuscripts, and Propaganda press publications.
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Chiscaco
William J. Onahan
Thomas B. Bryan
W. A. Amberg
Columbus Club
Catholic Organization of
Chicago
Davis
Vatican
Onahan
Treland
Bryan
Propaganda Press
Pittsburg Cycle Company to Open East End Salesroom
Pittsburg Cycle Company at 429 Wood Street will open its East End salesroom on June 1 with a lantern park inviting all cyclists to join. Lanterns and refreshments provided after the parade. orders for lanterns accepted at 428 Wood Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Cycle Company
Wood Street
Lune 1
Superior jackets and wraps offered at deep discounts
A department showcases jackets capes cloaks wraps and mackintoshes with marked down prices. Navy and black cueviot riders and crepe cashmere pieces dominate the selection with substantial savings from six dollar values to fifteen and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cueviot Crioth Newmarkets
Great Wash Dress Goods Sale Announcement
A Pittsburg store announces a major sale of wash dress goods domestic and imported. The ad promises substantial savings per yard with many items discounted and claims buyers can get two dresses for the price of one in most cases. Includes fashionable weaves and staples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Allegheny
Closeout Sale of Cotton Charlies and Fancy Fabrics
Reductions in prices to close out stock of Cotton Charlies and fine French patterns. 150 extra quality aprons and dress prints from 7 1/4c to 8c. Dimities, wool finish Charlies, Madras Cloth, double fold Scotch Cheviots, Canton Crepes, Irish Lawns, Zephyr Cloths, Bedford Cord Gings, and more offered at deep discounts with modern patterns. 300 pieces of cloth at 9c a yard, several items below regular value. About 25 feet more counter space and 30 salespeople to assist customers.
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Roc
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J. T. Hawk
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Edward Keating
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