May Day Strikes Rally Across Cities
The report notes May Day strikes spreading from Chicago to other urban centers with emphasis on New York’s tense situation as workers press demands amid unrest.
01 May 1905
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1905
Page
1
The report notes May Day strikes spreading from Chicago to other urban centers with emphasis on New York’s tense situation as workers press demands amid unrest.
May Day in Chicago edges toward peace amid union and non union forces. Farley, the noted strike breaker from New York, arrives to coordinate replacements for striking teamsters while tensions flare at the Employers' Company headquarters. In New York, strikes loom in construction trades and garment workers plan July action as Petro Rockefeller era anxieties rise. A separate report from Glenwood Springs notes President Roosevelt's Chicago trip plans.
The president of Equitable announces Cortelyou will lead the major assurance society, signaling a planned leadership shift. The move places Cortelyou at the helm of the influential institution and reflects strategic direction for the organization.
In Washington on May 1, Bowen travels to Washington to pursue ministerial duties while Loom in New York seeks an investigation of his actions. A mine explosion west of here prompts a rescue attempt, but by noon none of the workers had been saved and officials fear all are asphyxiated.
Edward Parker a 25 year old Bohemian was arrested in New York on May 1 for the murder of Mrs. (victim details incomplete). The case involves alleged motive of money and a fatal crime tied to the suspect.
A violent riot in Warsaw resulted in numerous casualties with reports of many killed and wounded. Authorities moved to quell the unrest as casualty numbers continued to rise and investigations commenced.
Reports from New York to St. Petersburg describe heavy clashes between troops and workers during a procession, with cavalry charges and infantry fire. A townsite incorporation and a Russian naval squadron movement are noted alongside political maneuvers and diplomatic dispatches about President Roosevelt and the Equitable Society.
New York stocks opened with nervous sentiment as foreign buying initially supported prices then heavy liquidation pushed leading stocks down 1 to 4 points. Some recovery followed as buyers steadied the market, reflecting a sharp early decline.
The First Methodist congregation held an Easter program at Sunday morning service with a large crowd. The event had been postponed a week yet proved beautiful and fitting. Rev. Wm. Reace delivered an engaging section with meaningful reflections and several fine musical selections were performed.
Richardson Reid & Hervey attorneys file a petition for Fred Stevens as guardian of Nina P. Stevens and Charles H. Stevens asking permission to sell unimproved 0 acres in section 13 township 31 south range 23 east. R Morrow offers $4 000 cash and is deemed a good price.
The Territorial encampment of the New Mexico G A R will meet in Albuquerque for three days starting May 5 but Roswell members will not attend due to lack of notice and time to arrange travel. A large delegation plans to attend the National convention in Denver later in the summer.
Kansas City May 1 cattle receipts 7000 including 1200 southerners. Market steady with native steers 4.25 to 6.25, southern steers 3.50 to 5.50, cows 2.25 to 5.50, stockers 3.00 to 4.90, calves 3.00 to 6.25, western fed steers 4.25 to 6.00, western fed cows 3.25 to 5.25. Sheep receipts 4000, market steady with muttons 4.25 to 5.75, lambs 5.54 to 7.00, range wethers 4.50 to 5.50, fed ewes 4.25 to 5.25.
Judge Pope in district court on the Territorial side was accused today in the Woodlawn Ditch case. The particulars are familiar to Record readers.
A light snow fell across central and northern New York with unusually cold conditions today. The wintry weather surprised residents and disrupted outdoor activities as temperatures tightened across the region.
May 1 reports from Wilburton Oklahoma indicate that fifteen miners were entombed yesterday in the Missouri Kansas and Texas coal mine No 19 located four miles from Wilburton. Rescue efforts continued with crews on scene and authorities awaiting developments.
Julius Eiseman of Eiseman Bros. in Boston is in Roswell buying wool. He has visited for ten years and notes wonderful growth in the city. John McCourt of Armour Packing Co. arrived from the North for a brief Roswell stay and many friends here.
Alva hosts Military Institute for a trio of games spanning Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The series will test both teams across the weekend with decisive outcomes anticipated.
New York on May 1 reports Nan Patterson, the famed figure from high society, appears certain to spend her last Sunday imprisoned in the Tombs. The case continues to draw attention as authorities prepare to proceed with legal proceedings surrounding her alleged involvement.
Today marked the final bid submission period for the new Carnegie library. Trustees opened the sole bid and postponed action awaiting the president and several trustees who were absent.
Money on call firm at 3 4, prime mercantile paper 83 3%, silver 56%. Closing stocks list Atch 85, pref red 102 1 2, N Y C 143 1 2, Penna 139 1 2, So Pac 61 1 2, U Poe Copper 80 5 8, Steel 32 1 2, pref 100 1 2. St Louis May 1 Woolstrong Territory western medium 22 26, fine mediums 19 21, fine 17 19.
We have some choice building lots in one of Roswell's best residence sections at very reasonable prices. Terms ten dollars down and ten dollars per month until paid for. Carlton Bros. Room 12, Oklahoma Block. The 10,000 edition of Roswell souvenir books, printed for the Roswell Commercial Club, is nearing completion and some have been delivered to the secretary of the Club. Miss Ida McCune leaves late May for Kansas City and Chicago for a special course on pipe organ and advanced music lessons. She will be gone two months.
Epworth League May Festival is set for Tuesday night in May 2014 with readings and activities. Propositions on Main Street lots urge quick sale at a bargain through Carl ton Bros Room 12 Oklahoma Block. Rooters urged to attend Alva Institute game on Thursday with more games Friday and Saturday. The Shakespeare Club meeting with Mrs L C Walker postponed one week. The school board meets tonight in regular session.
U S Weather Bureau Roswell New Mexico May 1 local report records high 78 low 46 mean 62. Precipitation 0.0 wind velocity 2 miles partly cloudy. Forecast for Roswell and vicinity calls for partly cloudy tonight and Tuesday with local showers and cooler conditions.
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