End of Strike Reached as Commission Named
The miners achieve a settlement as the commission is named to review their contention. The main point they pressed for is conceded, marking a turning point in the dispute and signaling an end to the strike.
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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1902
Page
1
Settlement of the Big Coal Strike Ends Protracted Debate
An eight member committee led by Carrel D. Wright is chosen to settle ore disputes between operators and miners. President Roosevelt and Mitchell secure a rapid settlement with a plan to end the strike next week. The final agreement adds a sixth member likely representing labor and calls for immediate resumption of mining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
D. Wright
Mitchell
Beem
Libor Ban
Clark
Halfway Coir
Peoria
Tory
Immige
Bacon and
Perkins
Morgan
Bacon
Ision
Gen
Wilton
White House
Lirig
John M. Witken
United States Army
Engineer Corps
U.S. A
Washington, D.C
United Stat
E. W. Parker
Oul Mining Journal
New York
George Gray
Withington
United States
E. Clark
Ceilae Rapids
Laws
Raltway
Neans A
Avelal Anes
H. Watkins
Scranton
John K. Spalling
Peia
Carrot D. Wright
Circuit Court
Eciréail
United Staten Fuer
Lance Commission
Edward Wheeler Parker
United States Geological and
Volcanic activity and strike news from Oct 16
Reports from Kingstown and Bridgetown describe eruptions of Soufriere volcano and volcanic dust disrupting business. Parallel coverage notes Morgan Bank executives at a strike settlement conference and officials outlining a coal commission to resolve the anthracite dispute. Mitchell opposes settlement terms but signals possible approval. miners’ convention set for Wilkes Barre with talks of a rapid return to work.
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Kingstown
Bridgetown
Barbadoes
Southers
St. Vincent
New York
Olyphant
Anglo United States ties warm as generals dine in London
London October 16 The Pilgrims era group hosted Generals Corbin Wood and Young at the Carleton hotel. Sir William Nicholson chaired and toasted King Edward and President Roosevelt. War Secretary Brodrick praised the U S army as ambassadors spoke of fostering strong Anglo American relations.
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London
Pilgrims Era
Anglo-United States Organization
Corbin, Wood
Young
Carleton Hotel
Willian Nicholson
Edward
Roosevelt
Brodrick
United Sates Army
Ambassador Choate
Anthony Hope
President Roosevelt Reopens Strike Talks After Conferences
President Roosevelt resumes consideration of the strike situation in Washington after two daytime conferences with Mitchell. He meets Labor Commissioner Wright and Immigration Commissioner Sargent, then discusses with two Morgan bankers at the White House. Officials report Mitchell’s position is seen as too stiff by administration circles.
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Roosevelt
Mitchell
Sargent
Robert Baxton
George W. Perkins
Mercont Morgan
Morgan
Wright
White House
Seretary Cortelyou
Root
Washington
Carroll D. Wright
Immigration
Robert Bacon
J. P. Morgan & Co
Thone
Cortelyou
Conference Highlights With FP Sargent And Telephones
During a visit with the president Mitchell attended two conferences and discussed telephones. The notes indicate adjustments and chatter about the sessions as reported in the right-hand page continuation.
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Sargent
Mitchell
Second Wreck In Week S Time At Reelsville
Greencastle Ltd on Vandalia railroad collided with Terre Haute and Indianapolis train at Reelsville west of Greencastle yesterday about 8 p m. two men killed, one fatally hurt and six seriously wounded. Names: James Hermson and G M Kilby among the dead. Injured include Jesse Kennedy W J Roya J J Rand and more. Cause cited: agent at Harmony failed to deliver an order to No 8. both trains at full speed. Locomotives and two coaches were almost buried, crews escaped.
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Greencastle, Ltd
Ocho
Vandalia
Terre Haute
Insianapolis
Reelsville
Ebu Tolles
Here
James Hermson
Will Clerk
Greencastle
G. M. Kilby
Marshallville
Jesee Kennedy
Rushin
Will
W. J. Roya
Richmond
Wait
J. J. "Rand
Indianapolis
Ded- Anner
George Hikers
Harmony
Posse Chased by Mobs In Louisiana Jail Transfer
A chaotic pursuit in Shreveport Louisiana led Sheriff John Sprachey to jail a group amid a mob. Deputies forced 22 men to flee to nearby woods while others scattered toward Nacogdoches and Tenaha. The fugitive was later moved to Rush Texas for safety as threats persisted.
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Shreveport
John Sprachey
Pagdocies
Onnty
Tex
Juanes Nehari
Wicks
Buchanan
Nacogdoches
Tenaba
Apwety
Nacadoches
Matthews
Logansport
Pulli
Governor Drake Very Ill in Centerville Indiana
Ex Governor Drake remains gravely ill with rib injuries and pleurisy after a fall. Doctors fear pneumonia as he endures fever and severe pain, with reports that a broken rib and a torn rib end caused escalating complications after a cold. His condition worsened overnight and prompted medical attention.
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Centerville
Drake
Phy Vlelin
GUNNING ADM ISSION ENDS IN AR1EST AT WATKINS APARTMENTS
A man named Henry Dawson attempted a diamond heist at Mrs. Amy G. Watkins residence in New York on Oct 16 claiming a dynamite threat. He entered the house with a bag, was confronted by a policeman at the door, and arrested with an empty sack. He faces trial.
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New York
Amy G. Watkins
Henry Dawson
Castrois In A Corner Heavily Struck In Venezuela War
News reports from Willemstad say battle near La Victoria Venezuela between Castro forces and revolutionists began Monday. Government losses tallied 247 dead and 410 wounded as rebels reinforced. Castro led 4100 troops with 100 support, while Venexuelan leaders Castro and Mondona faced 1000 men. Vice President Gomes arrived with aid but reinforcements could not reach Caracas via the German rail line. El Consejo behind La Victoria is held by rebels. Valencia appears doomed. Shelling leaves wounded without medical aid amid horror.
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Willemetod
Torrare
Whet
Venexueley Autherie
Willemstad
Stainl
Caracom
Victoria
Venezuela
Preaient Castro
Loys
Carracas
Valenti
Trexideadi Castro
Tetem Gins
Genera Mutox
Teider
Mondona
Yorres
Crespo
Antonia Mermindesx
Weet Point Military Academy
Burtle
Gomes
Cuxteo
Hhis
Ttt
Castro
Kliles
Matas
Mendoxa
Vlora
Ron Wer
Mendoza
Hostilites
Breathent
el Consejo
la Victoria
Valencia
Colombian President Captured by General Wikward Assumes Dictatorship
Frankfurt on the Main says General Fernandes has seized President Marroquin of Colombia and proclaimed himself dictator. The tale cites a 1900 vice presidency and conspiracies in October last year involving Conservatives. A Panam newspaper editorial hints at Isthmus disruption to favor Nicaragua’s canal and warns revolutionaries against aiding Nicaragua.
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Wicward
Frankfurt-on-the
Liberal
Revolutionary
Patan
Nichrigua
Taha
Colombia
Hurrers
South America
Morgan
Nicaragua
Covlombin
Cape Haytion
Statewide assessment totals rise with county increases
The 102 summary shows state assessments inching up to 921,752,800 with 7 counties reporting gains. Cook county leads gains at 25.5 million, while Will and LaSalle counties show decreases of 242,200 and 1.75 million respectively, as the final county reports arrive.
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Cook Cousty
Kattkakew
Terry County
Lakes County
Counmies
Deere
Will County
LaSalle County
Deortane Tx
Coal Shipment Sunk in Ohio River Collision
A collision in the Ohio River near Cultetisburg Ky sinks a large coal shipment. The freighter Wilson and barges were struck resulting in significant loss of coal and damage. Rescue and salvage efforts reported underway with crews responding to the incident.
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Ohio River
Cultletisburg
Wilsbels Af
Humminens
Arky Tavlay
Fred Wilson
Bradford's Nuptial Woes Spark Perjury Indictment
Chikasy October 1 Eugene Bradford Headford 37 of Kingston Lis was jailed on perjury charges amid a pension dispute. A woman claiming to be Mrs Ollie Headford of Knoxville alleged marriage to Bradford in 1865 and widow status, prompting pension bureau scrutiny. Bradford denies the accusations while facing testimony falsity claims regarding his wife’s pension.
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Chikasy
Eugene Te Bradfom
Headford
Kingston
Lis
Maggie E. Welch
Ollie Headford
Knoxville
York
Wwsan
Euugete L. Bradford
Elgin Battery
Ilinois Light Artillery
Bradford
Rhoxville
Pension Bureau
Krnzene F. Bradford
Raslford
Wood Yard Fuel Scheme Sparks City Session in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor officials weigh a plan to buy coal for city use and sell at cost to help the poor. Mayor Copeland calls a council session to consider funding of 20000 dollars for timber purchase and wood cutting to aid winter fuel access.
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Ann Arbor
City Coat Yard
Mich
Henry
Dean
University
Copéland
Kalamazoo
Pontiac
G. W. Jennings
Methodist Church
Defiant O Donnell Faces Suspension in Commons Stir
London October 16 A heated Commons scene as Premier Mallow removes John O'Donnell suspension amid shouts at Balfour. O'Donnell suspended by vote as turmoil erupts. Hart inquiry proceedings resume with business halted pending actions.
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London
Commons
Mallow
John O'Donnell
Balfour
O'Donnell
MA weSh
Cholera Epidemic Spreads in Palestine
October 16 report from the front lines notes cholera spreading rapidly in Palestine, with ongoing cases and fear of escalating deaths. Authorities warn residents to seek care and observe health measures as the outbreak grows.
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Palestine
W B Leeds Arrives From Panama In Curious War Interest
W B Leeds president of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad has returned from Panama where he was reportedly served by the U S consul. He sought Colombia amid stories of real war but is only 16 years old and the escape tale centers on his trip to Fifth Avenue home where his mother remains distraught over the disappearance.
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New York
W. B. Leeds
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad
Panama
United States
Leeds
Colombia
Fifth Avennue
la Mother Tuy
R. G. Leeds
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