Labor Federation Opens Twelfth Annual Convention in Philadelphia
The American Federation of Labor begins its twelfth annual convention at Independence Hall in Philadelphia with George Gompers introducing Philadel phia Telegraph editor Mr. Chae. The assembly discusses labor wealth, trusts and legislation, and pledges to advance workers rights amid calls for constitutional protections and broader wage advocacy. The event gathers leaders from major unions including the Mine, Baker, Flint Glass, and Carpenters unions, highlighting a national push for labor reforms.
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George Chae
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Banqueting Cleveland at Madison Square Garden
The Reform Club hosted a banquet for Grover Cleveland at Madison Square Garden featuring prominent Democrats including Carl Schurz, W. F. Harrity, Senator Mills, ex-Governor Campbell, and many other national figures. Cleveland addressed the gathering praising public trust and equal opportunity while urging review of key policies to protect citizens.
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Reform Club
New York
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Grover Cleveland
Madison Square Garden
Mr. Cleveland
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W. F. Harrity
Carlisle
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Seton B. Me
Connecticut
Tom L. Johnson
Eri. Q. Mills
James E. Campbell
Williame L. Wilson
West Virginia
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Yraderick BR. Condert
Charles J
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Stone
South Carolina
John W. Davis
Erioce
Carlisle and
Mills
Mas W. Creel
P. A. Collins
Haumestead Mystery Stirs Hopeful Jury Case
In Haumestead Pennsylvania on December 12 Isnar Jury, a constable, died from injuries after being found intoxicated in the street a week earlier and then taken to the lockup. Jury, an important witness against strikers charged with murder and riot, had claimed assault by the night of his arrest. Investigators will determine if he was harmed by a striker or associates.
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Haumestead
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Railway Statistics Great Increase in Fatalities
The fourth statistical report of the Interstate Commerce Commission, by statistician Mr. Case, summarizes US railroad progress to mid 1891. Mileage on June 30 reached 164,402.74 miles. several states show high density. Casualties rose to record levels, prompting calls for brake upgrades and automatic couplers. An incident in West Virginia involved an explosion tied to dynamite. Weather: mild winds, slightly colder conditions.
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Salvation Fund Scandal Tangles Booth Holdings
The St James Gazette accuses Bramwell Booth of misusing Salvation Army funds for speculative stock purchases. It claims money lent from the fund financed stock deals, harming the charity. Booth, a creditor in John Taylor & Co, faces scrutiny as his career in speculation ends.
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