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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1919
Page
1
A plan to end the strike is announced ahead of a union heads conference in Indianapolis this afternoon. A contempt of court hearing has been continued.
Catalog item list shows discounted women’s heavy knit petticoats and girls caps, Niagra cotton batt spreads, wool flannel middies in multiple colors and sizes, and Miss Shoes in brown gray or black. Prices range from 39¢ to $19.00 with several sale prices noted.
In Indianapolis the United Mine Workers leaders faced contempt charges postponed to next Tuesday amid a looming strike settlement. Government aims to pause prosecutions a week, while a conference with operators considers the proposed wage settlement and strike basis.
Charles S. White, a wealthy florist and neighbor of the Dansey family, was arrested for murder of three year old Billy Dansey. Edith Jones, White’s housekeeper, is charged as accessory. The boy’s skeleton was found in a swamp three miles from his home after his disappearance on Oct. 8. Both suspects were jailed thirteen miles away to prevent violence.
Federal Judge Mayer dismissed writs of habeas corpus for Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman to block their deportation to Russia and refused bail. U.S. Attorney Cuffey said the government planned to deport the two anarchists within two weeks.
Acting UMWA President John L. Lewis submitted President Wilson’s settlement plan in Indianapolis. Immediate coal mine resumption, a 14 percent wage increase, and a commission empowered to investigate the industry and advise on reorganization are included.
Owing to the coal shortage the Frinceton schools secure a coal shipment with coke to bolster supplies. Officials believe city schools can be kept open until the coal strike ends without interrupting the academic year. A car of coal was delivered to the schools late Saturday.
In Indianapolis on December 9 the mine leaders remained in conference at 2:35 PM with no word issued yet on the talks.
J G Applegath manager of Princeton Coal and Mining Co says if a strike settlement occurs and workers return a portion of the Princeton mine can be worked immediately. Full tonnage must wait several days as usual after weeks of suspended operations following the Oct 10 strike.
Chicago Dec 9 The attitude of operators toward the settlement of the coal strike proposed by the government remained in doubt. Dr Flor Tonnold Illinois operators secretary said they knew nothing of the plan and could not predict their attitude but he added the operators were ready to accept anything within reason.
Secretary of Labor Wilson telegraphed Acting President John L. Lewis and others urging acceptance of President Wilsons settlement plan. He says the proposal offers a path out with honor to the government and to the miners.
As the coal strike nears its end the first snow of the season falls, bringing cheer but still leaving many destitute for fuel. Tomorrow Ellis Wood Chopping Day will mobilize the Elks to manufacture firewood for the city’s needy, with axes visible among volunteers and meals planned for a public luncheon.
Washington accepts expects Mexican reply today to the latest American note demanding release of William O. Jenkins from Puebla prison. The United States will not drop the matter despite Jenkins' bail.
Congress moves to pass the McNary bill to relieve the sugar famine. McNary aims to have the Senate dispose of the measure this week. The bill extends the sugar equalization board beyond January 1, preventing its shutdown.
Rail Director Hines presents a special report on the railroad situation to President Wilson. The document is expected to form the basis of the president's coming message to Congress.
UAL mines are prepared to restart operations immediately if a settlement is reached at today’s conference. Coal trains would carry workers to jobs tomorrow, and property is reportedly well maintained.
Many miners eager to return as Indiana bituminous operators say mines can resume on short notice. Pumpmen and electricians who stayed on the ground kept idle time from rising. Trains that carry miners are ready to resume normal service and work could begin again tomorrow morning.
Princeton faced a brief blackout on Monday as fuel conservation limited coal quality and forced a temporary shutdown at the light plant. Residents lit lamps and candles until steam and lights resumed after about twenty minutes. The city received four carts of coal, hoping to avoid future coal-dust firing.
Lawrence dispatch reports Hubert Shepard of Kansas University anatomy will present skeletal evidence on age sex and origin of John Woody, linked to the murder farm case. King faces March term trial at Lyndon Kansas with possible identification of two additional skeletons tied to Reuben Gutsehall and William F. Ringer.
The arson case against Selah Vaughn for allegedly burning Mrs. Alice McNary’s barn near the Dixon place, west of the city, continued in court with expected completion this afternoon. Prosecutor Clark’s team is aided by W B Stilwell of Evansville, while the license market remains dull amid a northern cold wave and coal shortages.
Light gray smoke from chimneys around Patoka Indiana has shifted to black smoke indicating a coal car incident. Officials investigate emissions as residents note persistent fumes from local homes.
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