30 May 1902
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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1902
Page
1
Washington May 30 Memorial Day observations honored veterans, with President Roosevelt delivering remarks praising Washington Lincoln Grant and the Union. The piece notes soldiers in the Philippines facing provocation, condemns lynching, and defends American conduct while urging restraint and justice amid wartime challenges.
An obituary notes the death this afternoon of Mrs. Sarah L. Peck of Scranton widow of George M. Peck and mother of the Gazette editor. The piece reflects local family ties and legacy within Scranton society. It mentions age and family connections, including her husband’s name and her role in the community.
Memorial Day ceremony unveils the costliest soldiers monument at the river front. General Miles presided with Governor Odell absent. General Howard and Mayor Low spoke as 2000 school children sang patriotic selections.
Rome May 20 The Pope granted a private audience to Bishop McDonald of Brooklyn and his secretary Monsignor Barrett with Rev Daly his sister and niece Rev Father ODonnell and sister and the full Boston party now visiting Rome The Holiness was cordial in his greetings and said it was a never ending pleasure to meet his American children
A report from Fort Worth Texas dated May 30 describes a severe second storm causing widespread nervous shocks among storm victims from Goliad. It notes another spate of storms leaving patients worsened and three aged individuals dying during the night.
Thousands of Chicago residents face meat shortages as two hundred butchers threaten shop closings until demands are granted. Jewish customers pledge to boycott yards as downtown supply tightens, ice and coal deliveries halt, and some firms risk temporary closure. Police deployments double near stockyards amid rising tensions.
United States Army forces in the Philippines report a reduction of troops to under 28,000 as many regiments depart or are withdrawn. In Chicago, an agreement ends potential strikes as the Chicago Union Traction Company recognizes the right to organize and reinstates workers discharged for union activity. Mrs. Nettle C Craven abandons claim to Senator Fair's estate, with distributions totaling $50000. A New York to Chicago passage dispute and a Townsend nomination are noted among other items.
In Cleveland on May 90 George Wawkins of New York the rep of J Pierpont Morgan met with Senator Hanna to discuss settlement talks for the ar thraite coal strike. Gompers denial and Civic Federation figures surfaced as rumors, with no firm announcements after a late committee gathering.
Strikes loom as the Civic Federation plots a plan to induce arbitration between operators and management. Officials plan a meeting once Senator Hanna returns to discuss actions, aiming to secure stockholder consent. The article notes tensions with rail interests and efforts to unify major stockholders in support of arbitration.
Indianapolis reports indicate no change in the miners’ situation as President Mitchell advances plans. Districts have not agreed to a halt, and Mitchell will render an opinion on timing for any action. Shenango Valley furnaces face a Sunday eight hour shift as 3,000 workers prepare for a strike affecting the Pitt Dur district.
From Business Men seeks minor matters and other items for sale. White bulldog wanted and a good boat offered. Black horses and harness for sale. Accommodations for roomers at 1948 Main St. House for rent on Broad and Taguire streets. Office room in building with steam heat and electric wiring for lease at Gazette Office Day of Richards.
Bargains advertised include white and colored washable Sun bonnets, white enamel curtain fixtures, men’s Balbriggan shirts and drawers, ladies’ summer corsets in fine net, and 25¢ boys’ washable duck suits with deep sailor collar, offered in all sizes with big value.
For 25 cents you can buy one can of Evans Bros. Moca and Jaya Coffee. The ad promises satisfaction and asserts you would not choose any other if it were liver.
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