Strike starts as unions win shorter hours in many cities
Reports to the Nations Association of Machinists show widespread concessions to an eight hour day. Cities listed include New York 3000, Cleveland 1200, Detroit 550, Scranton 5000, Cincinnati 6000, Philadelphia 1000, Chicago 900, and others with varied totals across the Northeast and Midwest.
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O'Donnell
the Nations
New York
Boston
Cleveland
Detroit
Mulwakes
Pittsburg
Plainfield
N. J
Elizabeth
Jersey City
Philadelphia
Meading
Scranton
Wilkestarre
York
Mattoon
Toledo
Hartford
Haven
Loo
Indianapolis
New Britton
Comn
Cincinnati
Funeral services for Mrs Lyotin J Gage
Funeral services of an exceedingly simply character were held this morning over the remains of Mrs Lyotin J Gage at the secretary's residence. The body was then placed on Petra for transportation to more the interment will be made in Rose Hill cemetery.
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L. J. Gage
Washington
Lyotin J. Gage
Petrata
Rose Hill Cemetery
Strike settles in St Petersburg amid rioting arrests
In St Petersburg on May 20 a strike ended with mass arrests and many wounded. Several deaths were reported as riots followed the strike. Authorities cite student agitation as a contributing factor to the unrest.
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ST. Petersburg
Atudenta
Rebels attack 27th Regiment detachment in Camarines
Unofficial reports say rebels under Angeles attacked a 27th regiment detachment near Passoy west of Camarines province. Two soldiers and one native scout were killed, and one soldier was taken prisoner.
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Manila
Angeles
West Passoy
Southo Camarines Province
Carnegie Funds Free Education For Scottish Universities
London May 20 Andrew Carnegie was granted two million pounds to establish free education in Edinburgh Glasgow and Aberdeen for Scottish fellows only excluding English Irish colonial or foreign students a bold endowment to expand access to higher learning across Scotland.
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London
Andrew Carnegie
Edinburgh
Glasgow
Aberdeen
Teymes
Presbyterian assembly debates reports on missions and relief
Philadelphia May 2 reports received at the Presbyterian general assembly focus on the committee on missions of freedom the banks of ministerial relief and education and the committee on judicial commissions during today's session the proceedings were devoted to consideration of these reports.
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Church Assembly Philadelphia
Presbyterian General Assembly
Committee On Missions of Freedom
Three More Die From Steel Plant Accidents
Youngstown Ohio May 20 three more victims of the accident yesterday at the Oaly plant of the National Steel company died of their injuries during the night.
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Youngstown
Ohio
Oaly
National Steel Company
Shamrock II Triumphs Over Shamrock I in Open Sea Race
Ryde Isle of Wight May 2 The Shamrock II defeated the Shamrock I in a race over the open sea course this morning by a minute. The wind was steady.
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Ryde
Isle of Wight
Prominent Briton Sir Courtenay Boyle Dies Suddenly
London May 20 Sir Courtenay Boyle K C B permanent secretary of the board of trade died suddenly yesterday at age.
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London
Sir Courtenay Boyle
The
Board of Trade
Armored Train Dynamited. Officer Killed in Loudos Incident
A dynamited armored train near the American siding south of Loudos killed Officer Heat's, of Bouts Lancashire, with reports noting casualties and wartime disturbances. The blast interrupted rail service and prompted investigations by local authorities.
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Loudos
Did He Die Of Poison Case At Asylum Murder Probe
Springfield reports renewed details in the Lousthe Ino Stele asylum case involving dentist Joseph I. Baruys of Myntheliy Plate Evans. May 7 at the Central Hospital for the Laine at dackron Fille, complex symptoms followed by an inquest. Evidence includes a chair weave, undigested food, and a stomach sample sent to the State university lab for analysis. Sheriff Roth identified a suspect, William Webb Veranson, who was tracked after asking directions to the Central hospital and leaving on a train toward Julius.
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Sensa- Henal
Joseph I. Baruys
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Easteen Huspital
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Belog
Converesite
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Montierno
Ff Barnes
Barnes
Quincy
Winslow
Karnex
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State University Laboratory
Uebana
Oegan
Williane
Central Hospital
Julus
Sherif Roth
Adame
Trail of boodle case shocks Grand Kapite town
Reported graft inquiry centers on Water Supply promoters and a $5400 bid. Mayor Merry denies direct involvement as Major Perry’s arrest raises questions about fraud and collusion among city officials. Names and precise locations are obscured in the fragmented text.
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Grand Kapite
Dent
Gene Frere
Major Perry
Iserean
Merry
Thor
Perry
Auiden
FAITH OF PRESBYTERIANS REVISON TO BE DISCUSSED
A lengthy report before the assembly calls for revising the faith and for a committee to prepare a concise summary of the reformed faith. Visiting commissioners at Presbyterian pulpits in the assembly city were ordered to be present yesterday.
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Villadelphia
Isertin Ftirles
Vaith
Presbyterian Church of England
German British trade fears shape US ties in May reports
Berlin and London tensions frame Anglo American relations as Germany presses for stronger commercial links with the United States and Britain, amid allied and agrarian press debate. Washington dispatches cite senators opposing a Maytou-Rutwer styled pact, with talk of a new shore agreement long discussed before Claxton-Walner treaty.
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Great Britain
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South America
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Dasa Caain
National Federation of Employers discussed at meeting
Report covers a May 20 meeting in which John Lockie outlined the planned federation to defend commercial supremacy through cooperation among employers and unions. Attendees included Charles Hall and Hugh Crawford Smith, with shipbuilders and factory owners present, and a decision to press a vigorous UK campaign to unite masters and workmen into a federation.
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National Federation of Employers
Ascoclation
Peatlestai
Mienders
Eomains
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Thie Hone
Charles Hil
Hugh Crawford Smith
Miz
United Kingdom
Indiana Coal Combine Moves to Control Western Mines
The Indiana coal operators form a trust to curb competition and dominate the western market. Leaders in Evansville and Princeton plan to place properties under trust, aiming to own mines in Ohio and Kentucky and influence workers through central organization.
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Ingle Te
Byurlon
Fuethar
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Mailsmene
Princeton
Trust Furs Ae
Olio
Tynols
Ohio
Negro and Alabama in View of Coming Voting Change
A fragmented Alabama debate on voter qualifications discusses disenfranchising measures aimed at the Black population. The piece cites W. J. Viittes and others, arguing literacy and intelligence tests, with references to Booker Washington and varied opinions on rights. It notes large Black majorities, propertylessness, and calls for appeals to courts to prevent injustices. It mentions Woodmen of the World convention in Columbus, and U S transport movements to the Philippines.
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Booker Washington
Connell
Grant
Calhoun
Alahawa
Convention debates Platt amendment and Cuban policy
The Cuian constitutions convention committee on relations submits majority reports debating the Platt amendment and U.S. naval interference. It outlines rights to intervene and protect sovereignty, while minority critics call for a reciprocal commercial treaty and different Cuba policy. King Edward names vice patrons for Cape Town cathedral fund. Galoups Canal opens as navigation resumes after dam removal. French minister to China to depart May 20 for France via Japan and the U.S.
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United States Congress
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Earl Roberts
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Fred Grant Opinion on Philippine Situation at San Francisco
General Frederick D Grant and a volunteer force in Luzon discuss the Philippine crisis aboard a transport. President McKinley and General Grant exchange salutations as the fleet approaches San Francisco where Grant speaks on the war effort and prospects for an end to the conflict.
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Sherian
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McKinley
Long Auto Journey From New York to Chicago
Rovert shaw and Wile Wide teon Ni York to Chicmem Chicago on a May trip lasting five days. Starting from New York at 7 p.m. May. the auto broke down near Ashland Avenue delaying travel. The car traveled about 100 miles per day, averaging eight hours, with a gasoline issue and a tool causing a stoppage. Mrs C Ky Suit of New York awarded a silver cup for the journey.
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Dog Brings The Bad News To Parents After Tragic Drowning
In May a boy drowned while bathing by river swirls. A shepherd dog, Ale, alerted the parents when a fire broke out at home. The dog fled, then returned with alarm, leading guardians to the river where the body was found after a missing boy's clothes lay nearby.
Telegraph Briefs From The Global Scene And Local Echoes
Telegraph briefs report a chaotic mix of global politics and local incidents. Notable items include hints of McKinley as a third-term favorite, Milwaukee widows forming an association, a Yale fundraiser, and railway fraud probes in Russia. The bulletins mention Berlin’s Dr Wohlgenuti, mutinous cadets at West Point, a Chicago drowning, and the Paris Figaro denying a German sale. Also listed are mosquito control findings, an Akron police station wreck, and upcoming Hall of Fame dedication speeches by Dr Hiflin and Senator Repew.
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United Brethren Conference
Chimweey Fepew
William McKinley
Milwaukee
Dloht D. Witstandly
Jackson Park
Chicago
West Point
A. la. Mills
Willian C. Whitney
Enraged Man Kills Three in Evansville Fire and Shootings
Evansville on May 20 reports Everett Conway in a bloody spree killing W C Garrison and his wife, fatally wounding Patrolman Wallis, injuring Ed Davidson and Adam Crawford, then killing himself after a police siege. The attacker also set a neighbor’s stable on fire and killed farm animals in a rage fueled by a business dispute. Water famine fears hit Colorado gold fields as Victoria reservoir dam bursts, threatening the Pine Creek district tailings and damaging property but no deaths.
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Maj. Butler
South Africa
Osceola
Iowa
Elmer Lane
Lane
Evansville
Rcent
Everett Conway
Conway
W. C. Garrison
Garrison
Wallis
Ed Davidson
Adam Crawford
Himee
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Colorado Springs
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Ple Creek
Victoria Reservoir
Pikes Peak
No Opinion Yet in Insular Cases
Washington May 20 The Supreme Court adjourned until Monday without announcing its opinion in the insular cases.
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Supreme Court
Mrs McKinley Improves and Receives Visitors
Mrs McKinley’s health shows improvement with her sitting up and a short walk. The president remains nearby but not abroad, with hopes Mrs McKinley can travel to the national capital in a few days. Cortelyou notes the best night since illness and satisfactory progress. Also reported are the Harrison Monument fundraising push and a note on Judge Gibbons’s improving condition in Chicago. A curious petrified cat story from Evansville closes the update.
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Ben Francisco
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