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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1901

Page

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Steel strike talks collapse as Morgan aides press demands

In New York on Aug 3 the Amalgamated Association and United States Steel officials met after breakfast at the Astor House and then at the steel company's office. Proposals from U S Steel were rejected. no new conference was agreed and Amalgamated leaders planned to depart for Pittsburgh.

New York Amalgamated Association of Tron, Steel and Tin Workers City Astor House United States Steel Corpora Sanfferst Stevens House United States Steel Corporation Ikwan Amalgamated Pittsburg Pitteburs Etl New York City Shaffer Aurhit Worelock Association Preston Henrs Willams Chappelle Weent Pew Ite Wircantown Wight Anahramatedseectation Taited States Steel Corpora Aewonnr Rex Seiier United States Corporation McGovern York Sate Harris Sam Fitzpatrick Terry Moefjovern Jac Robertson Taw Cresvens Ana Abbott Peines Albert de Broglie Prince Aeques le Urosile Ainer Buruselt Cinmat Edward Crosby Boeckler Lumber Company St. Louis Kansas Senate Bremen Germany Count von Wallersee K. Lawrence Goditor New York Evening Post London Pan American Kis East St. Lois North Atlantic Newport Kngaville Teun Clearamy Mississippi John Astredeway Hooker New Orleans

Market mood improves amid steady harvest and steel demand

New York and the Weekly Review report better overall business sentiment due to favorable weather aiding corn and wheat, with strong steel demand and high inquiries for manufactured iron products. July failures total 697, against 79% last year, while industrial activity shows a record steel production and robust orders for early deliveries.

T Dun & Co New York Aus BR. G. Tan & Cole Weekly

Water therapy barhahoo linked to deadly rat test

A medical journal reports an experiment where a professor injected water into a rat and its camera, claiming the water was contaminated with germs. The incident, described as a dangerous test, raises concerns about safety in drinking water studies and warrants caution in future research.

Barhahoo Wie Tivacell Af Siadisun Haralute Warner

War Clouds Over Veresiera and Coloumbia In South America

Washington grapples with potential dual crises as Veresiera and Coloumbia face looming conflict and domestic revolts. Reports detail Venezuelan unrest, possible martial law, and movements against existing governments in both nations, with limited direct diplomatic information reaching the capital.

Castros Venezuela Crisis Amid War Threats and Civil Unrest

The Venezuelan crisis deepens as President Castro faces a rising rebellion at home and alleged support for revolts against Colombia. Reports from Port of Spain warn of potential war actions, strict censorship, and strained regional ties as tensions flare across multiple districts.

Castro Ie Vrinsad Aus Castro Vene Auria Columbia Colousbist New York Ang Carwens Venezuela Commin

Venezuelan ports opened under Colombian influence

A fragmented note suggests the Venezuelan government allowed ports to be aligned with Colombian interests, referencing articles of war and evolving political support. The text hints at military backing and a potential shift in regional alliances amid a chaotic context.

Turmoil at St Marys as Crowleyites clash in Oregon church

Armed men confront the church at St Marys Oregon during a dispute over pastor Crowley resignations and church leadership. Crowley denounces Bishop Muldoon while Rev Finn is named to the post. tensions rise ahead of planned services and potential clashes Sunday.

Oregon Crowley St. Mary's Oregun Jobat & Finn Muldoon Father Finn Wil Tesqine Father Crowley Feehan John Finn Peehat Bay Inter Withirey Vieween

Michigan Anti Cleo Law Sparks Arrests Loom

Lansing Aug 3 A law aimed at stopping liquor shipments appears to be enforced soon deputy George Inesey said violators will be arrested. The department plans to Sept 1 enforcement and urges compliance as readers seek clarity on the measure.

Lansing Mick Jng George Inesey Eifeet

Lynchings Shake County as Mob Hangs Davis After Court Testimony

Charley Davis accused of criminal assault on Miss Kate Hues was seized by a mob of about twenty five and hanged near the town after Davis testified in court. Sheriff Odum and deputies were injured trying to stop the lynching as the crowd dispersed from the two story building. Wounded officers include the sheriff and a constable while relatives of the victim and others faced fear of further violence. Additional arrests were expected as investigations continued into the mob action and alleged accomplices.

Smidviie Kall Charley Davis Kate Hues Miles Hues Montes Davis Fie Coast Rip Slefendant T Odum Bob Odi Maney Milton Hues Walt Ha Mauger Negrin Carrollton Amd Patia Torr Shoei Wook

Freese Implicated in William Gray Murder Case

After exhaustive examination before Squire Andrews Morton Preese of Piguklin Martha Freese of Shelbyville was held for grand jury investigation. Evidence showed Freese bought the revolver used to kill Gray, the couple rode from Franklin to the Red Mall, and Gray was at work when approached. Freese claimed awareness of the affair but Gray was not guilty of assault.

Marter William Gray Mia Freese Shelbyville Squire Andrews Morton Preese Piguklin Fumtand Martha Freese Wil Withich Gray Franklin Gray Tia

Defends the Chinese Bishop in China Mission

Frankfort Kentucky August 3 Joseph H Moore a prominent resident has received a letter from his bishop David H Moore who is in China as a Methodist representative to study religious moral and social conditions He has traveled 7000 miles through the Far East and writes of Boxer troubles and Chinese reactions His report to the church may become a major religious sensation of the day

Arlyi Colomifian Vesexnetante Tot de. Gairiens Gale Firas Venezzeliiit Colowibles Laters Celbe-Telbe Marerano Andes Columbia Venemela Frankfort Tun Joseph H. Moore David H. Moore China Modrewan HW Asia Clinch Bishop Moure Wwe Vimes Che Jerter

King of trotters set mile record in rough race

Historic trotting meet reports a mile in 2 minutes 10 and a quarter by a famed horse at Cleveland week review noting speed records and crowd of over 1200. Mentions Cresvens Abbott and other officials. reports fire at lumber yard, weather notes, and distant political and maritime items.

Colonie Moile Cleveland Watyer

End is Near Empress Dowager Frederick Expected

Berlin Aug 3 The Lokslanzeiger reports the Dowager Empress Frederick near death as her eldest daughter Queen Victoria’s line remains in suspense. J Remvars has reached Friedrichshof after a sudden summons. Hamburg Aug 3 Emperor William cancels Hamburg visit telegraphing Bergen Norway that his mother’s condition requires his stay.

Berlin Lokslanzeiger Frederick J. Remvars Friedrichshof Hamburg William Bergen Norway

Columbia Outruns the Independence in 90-Foot Race

Bateman's Point Rhode Island August 3. At 11:26 the 90 footers started with Independence in lead then. The course mirrored Wharaday three legs of 10 miles each amid seas and 12 mph wind. By noon Columbia crossed Independence’s bow and led through the first mark. The Columbia won by 1 minute 18 seconds in hazy conditions.

Columbia Independence Bateman's Point R. I

Kruger Declares Liberty Is Priceless

Paris reports an interview with ex-president Kruger in Figaro. He says peace proposals have been made to Great Britain and will not be renewed, and that no price is too dear to gain independence and the right to live as a free people.

Reno EL Reno Keno C. HL Patbrook Portland Mich Harvey P McLaughlin Arkansas Chey Kaw Lawton Warey City Pi Mall Publica Hern Liatio Gressionaistrict Bax County Paris Knger Figaro Today Great Britain

Lennox Sighted In Tow Of Tug Saqua Near Frisco Bay

The Lennox, a disabled steamer, was sighted in tow of the tug Saqua off San Francisco as rescuers continued a search 300 miles out for the vessel after a reported shaft break. The Slocum was sent out on Thursday to locate the Lennox but has not heard from the steamer.

Frisco San Francisco United States Lennox Slocum

Glass workers settle terms with Green Bottle union

Atlantic City August 3 the dispute between the commission Green Bottle union and the led today with no apprentice questions were settled on last year's basis.

Atlantic City N. J

Cousin of Steyn Killed in Battle

Bloemfontein reports Hoermanus Steyn, cousin of President Steyn, killed August 1 at Ficksburg during fighting. Boers and rebels reenter Barkly West district of the Cape Colony.

Steyn Bloemfontein Hoermanus Steyn Ficksburg Barkly West District Cape Colony

Collects Wages of Sin in Kansas Case

In sort Kansas on Aug 3 a tale emerges of J A Garther an Indiana undertaker who vanished after converting property to cash. Minnie Urbanks also disappeared and later confessed Garther had not been married and that she surrendered eighty dollars. Mrs Garther’s attorney reclaimed the property.

Sort Kan J. A. Garther Wieshington Ind Bix Minnie Urbanks Garther Miss Urbanke

Ten Per Cent Drop in Refined Sugar

New York reports the American Lager Helming company reduced all grades of refined sugar by 10 percent today. The move affects retail prices and may influence market trends as producers adjust costs and supply.

New York

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