Miners Convention Debates Wage and Firemen Admission
Strike sentiment grows as the Shamokin convention weighs accepting operator notices and wage scales. Delegates, including districts 1 7 9 3, discuss admitting firemen engineers, appoint a 21 member scale committee, and hear letters from operators declining joint conference with the United Mine Workers of America.
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Shamokin
Maren
Amwomnet
Ond
Mitchell
United Mine Workers of America
Dolph M. Bailey
Civic Federation
J. Plempont Morgan
Nicholls
Promptinyat & Welock
Committee On
National Miners’ Organization
John P. Heese
Des Moines
Iowna Miners’ Union
Lattimer
Norainy
Paul Pulaski
Mount Carmel
Adam Ryscavige
Plymouth
Andrew Mutts
Ovifton
Firemens’ Union
Hills of McKinley's Physicians.
Kadualin Wire reports on medical staff tied to the late President Meirion Hove with details about transmission of records and related civic ceremonial mentions. The piece references scholars, officials, and events surrounding a looming formal proceeding at a ceremonial site.
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Washington
Maneh
Meirion
Unclear text incident reported with financial dispute
The readable fragments describe a chaotic event involving a legal or financial dispute with reference to a senator’s family and a large sum of money. Details are garbled and no verifiable names or dates are extractable.
Burglars Loot Woodland Post Office and Store
Four men broke into Woodland post office in Clearfield County last night, securing about ten dollars in stamps and government funds plus cash from the postmaster. They then entered D Rows & Co store across the street, binding Edoward Clem and making off with money and merchandise. The postmaster reported four robbers, no description available.
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Clearfield
Buribirs
Woodhind
D. Rows & Co
Woodland
New York Central
Ross & Co
Edoward Clem Wos
Clem
Russo-French Declaration Foreshadows Far East Policy
The Allied Russo-French governments indicate support for the Anglo-Japanese pact as a basis for their Far East policy. They warn against actions by other powers that could threaten Chinese integrity and demand freedom for development, while reserving the right to defend their interests. Russia seeks to maintain the status quo and tranquility in the Far East.
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St. Petersburg
France
Thussia
Philadelphia Methodist conference opens in Columbia
The 115th annual Philadelphia Methodist conference opens in Columbia with nearly 100 ministers and many lay delegates. Daniel Stape, a nonagenarian, delivers welcome on behalf of the church as General William Patton is unable to attend due to illness. William E. Given speaks for the borough. The last Columbia session was 29 years ago under Bishop Harris, with 20 ministerial members then, now reduced to 64 active members.
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Lancaster
Philadelphia Methodist Conference
Columbia
Daniel Stape
William Patton
Yverna
Unt
William E. Given
Harris
Alt
National Guard Orders Issued For Upcoming Encampment
General orders from the Pennsylvania National Guard announce the next division encampment July 12 to 19 with location to be named in future orders. Each enlisted man will receive duck trousers and canvas leggings. Naval force duties and tours will be announced in future orders.
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Jim
Associated Py. Harrisbues
National Guard of Pennsylvania
Naval Force
Bryan Retires to Agricultural Surroundings
A cryptic notice describes Bryan retiring to rural life with a celebration in Dinooly. The event precedes a forthcoming community shift and mentions Mir Megaw and a barn as part of the setup.
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Bryan
Lindoln
Nelu
Reetdouk
Dinooly
Huntington Estate Sale Receives Large Executive Approval
In New York, the Huntington Estate transfer to grantor and executors Charles M. Tweed and Jane K. Chibs involves a substantial sum of around 9.25 million dollars. The transfer outsized figures suggest tax implications and finalization by the state executor.
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New York
Teibie
Cotlie P
Huntington Eatate
Atate
Charles M. ‘Tweed
Iane K. Chibrs
Alent
Civil Service Reform Unpopular in Sintian Cab
A distortive and incomplete report notes widespread public opposition to civil service reforms as described by The Anioclaped Preas. The piece references a local council, a color coded policy, and political tensions amid March proceedings.
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Anioclaped Preas
Democratic Sympathy for Boers Sets Two Resolutions
Democratic members of the House caucused and unanimously backed a resolution expressing sympathy for the Boer republics. TheSulzer proposal was defeated 32 to 35, while Randall’s measure passed. A new resolution will be introduced in the House with Democratic support to push its adoption.
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Associated Preas
Washington
House
Congress
His
Virginia
Randall
Texas
Sulzer
New York
Cochran
Missouri
Boston Strike Ends As Majority Return To Work
Exclusive AP dispatch from Boston reports the sympathy strike reduced to under 500 idled workers from a 24 000 labor force. Business leaders and labor representatives remain in contact with the arbitration board seeking reinstatement, while the main issue concerns pricing for the older impairments. strike deemed essentially settled.
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Boston
Appointment of civil service commissioner named
The president will appoint a civil service commissioner. William A. Hedenbing is expected to accept the post, with the official action tied to the administration’s forthcoming cabinet reshuffle and policy agenda.
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Mies
Washington
Mateh
Meufield
Civil Service
William Ao
Negro murderer lynched by mob in Louisiana
A mob hanged a black suspect at Widelia Louisiana after a jail escape attempt. The lynching occurred today as the mob carried out the act, leaving no immediate court outcome.
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Eawludve
Asante Mires
Nytelex
Johi Woodard
Pylon
Gotchyrdia Pariah
Widelia
Fruitless Conference
A brief meeting was held today amid confusion and unclear outcomes. Officials offered no decisive statements, leaving attendees unsure of any concrete follow up or plan.
New General Manager Appointed for New Jersey Central
President Bauer announces W. G. Besler named general manager of the New Jersey Central. Besler, formerly Reading railway general superintendent since September 1900, resigns to assume the post. He has held multiple railroad leadership roles and studied at MIT.
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Philadelphia, Mare
Bauer
Central Bailroid Company
New Jersey
W. G. Beeler
Besler
Reading Railway
Ele
Mr. Besler
Galenshire
Hingis
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad
Massachusetts Institute of Technicology
Burlington
St. Louis
Central Association of Railroad Officers
St. Louis Railway Club
Northwestern Association
American Railway Engineering Association
Senate Debates Measure to Protect the President
Exclusive Associated Press report from Washington notes Senate discussion on a bill to protect the president. Senator Spooner argues government inherent right to defend itself and its officers. Senator Hoar outlines points. Senators Teller and Halley offer brief remarks. Texas senator opposes the bill as written, suggesting punishment for assaults on the president as a private citizen. House meanwhile advances river and harbor legislation, with 47 pages of the bill disposed of and no amendments adopted.
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Associated
Roa
Washington
Senate
United States
Spooner
Wisconsin
Hoar
Teller
Colorado
Halley
Texas
Boer Envoys Depart For France On Steamship
New York March 1 Boer envoys Wolmarans and Wervels plan to sail tomorrow on the steamship La Giscogne Mia Wolmarans said the alliance with the Irish has aided their cause both on the battlefields and in parliamentary support. They thank the Dutch and Irish, and Germans as well, and appeal for sympathy from the U.S. Congress.
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New York
Wolmarans
Wervels
France
la Giscogne
United States
United States Senate
House of Representatives
Lehigh Valley Line Opens As Scheduled Monday
Exclusive dispatch from Bethlehem reports the Lehigh Valley Railroad will start service Monday. Superintendent Wilbur confirms restoration progress after previous damage and telegraphs sent to New York and Buffalo to prep all passenger cars for the move.
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Hethlehem
Lehigh Valley
New York
Buffalo
Wilbur
Hlink
Crowninshield Named Rear Admiral by Executive Wire
An executive wire source reports Crowninshield to be raised to the rank of Rear Admiral following the latest naval appointments. The announcement outlines the promotion and its implications for command structure.
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Crowninshield
Webi Iiag Fai
Macoh
Capuin A
Chinese Rebels Active Denounce Secret Lodges at Insurance Talk
At a Christian convention in Altoona the gathered members denounce secret societies and lodges as blighting church and state, reject lodge rites at funerals, and claim lodges impede justice and charity. Officers elected include Rev J C McFeeters and Prof J B Broombaugh. The group plans to meet in Chambersburg next year.
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Altoona
Thiersch
Johnstown
J.C. McFeeters
Philadelphia
J. B. Broombaugh
Huntingdon
F. Kreider
Cllota
Edwin P. Rfelle
Philadelpha
Chambereburg
Turkey Refuses U S Demand for Stone Ransom Payment
A Constantinople dispatch says the Turkish government will not reimburse the United States the 72500 dollars paid to brigands for Miss Stone and her companion Madame Tsilki. The report is filed by Exclusive Wire through The Associated Press from London dated March 19.
Henry Home Again
The Kaiser Wilhelm II with Emperor William and Prince Henry of Prussia arrived at Kiel at 5 10 p m to a salute filled welcome. Berlin reports Prince Henry landed at Kiel at dusk and joined Princess Henry, detailing a lengthy conversation between the royal brothers about his journey and experiences.
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Associated’ Press
Kiel
Prussia
Emperor Winiam
Prince Henry
Gberlin
Princess Henry
Emperor William
Mimperor
William
Trouble at Hayti reported arrests and unrest in Port au Prince
March 19 Hayti reports show many citizens charged with conspiring against the government were arrested and imprisoned. Several sought refuge in consulates. Imprisoned include Judge Tourjoily of the Supreme Court and General Desouche, with Seneque seeking presidency. Leconte left Port au Prince for Jacmel as turmoil grows in the republic.
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Port Au Prince
Hayt
Judge Tourjoily
Suprem Court
General Destouche MM. Seneque
Donithhite
Wak
Puble Works
Cy Leconte
Iie
Port Aw Prince
Jacmel
ePoupie
Pardon Board Hears Howells Chee
Fragmented OCR text presents a pardon board hearing with names and actions in unclear sequence. The readable fragments reference Howells Chee Evelikive Wire and mentions of persons Maret Di Pier Mound and Heaton peniton. The content remains garbled and cannot confirm a full event.
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Heaton Peniton
Fragmented OCR Improves Local Record Clarity
A garbled OCR fragment from a historical page yields scattered names and places. It mentions several personal names and locations with unclear spellings, suggesting a civic notice or almanac entry in progress.
Unclear OCR Summary Item from Middletown News
Fragmentary press text from Middletown appears garbled with missing names and dates. It mentions a meeting or committee and a possible political or business event but lacks readable details. Further restoration needed to identify persons, places, or actions.
Deaths of a Day and Oberlin College President
Excerpt details the death of Bellows Full, a local figure also known as the reheat worn le Ameviog, after a long illness. It also notes the death of Ex-President James J. Pelotitd, longtime Oberlin College president for 38 years, with a history of service exceeding any other college official in the Uribent State.
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Bellows Full
Edwanl Green
Usetty Green
Leon
James J
Oberlin College
Uribent State
Rebels Grow Stronger as Imperial Forces Recede
Rebels in southern provinces push Imperial troops back with General Ma and Marshal Su stating suppression is impossible with current forces. Reinforcements requested from Chi Li while key towns fall, including Foo-Chuen and Lin-Chon, and Yung-Ning in Kwei-Chou.
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Myces
Hong Kong
Marshal Su
Canton
Yuan-shi- Wai
Chi-Li
Chi
Rail chiefs dodge joint talks on wage scale
Exclusive AP report from Philadelphia outlines officials of major coal carriers refusing a joint conference with the United Miners union. They decline to meet the miners’ reps, arguing wage uniformity is impracticable due to varied conditions across anthracite fields.
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Philadelphia
United Miners’ Union
Mitchell
Mill Matters Considered by United Textile Workers
Executive Committee of the United Textile Workers met in Fall River to discuss mill matters. They reviewed reports from Wilkes-Barre and Reading as the union sought a ten percent wage increase and addressed alleged discriminatory practices against workers of color.
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United Textile Workers
Fall River
Autociatad Press
Mase
United Textile Workers of Amelia
Wilkesa-Ravee
Ful
Ilinds
Auhuri
Oiroy
Atrike
Thelemande
Hibbert
Chie
Steamship Arrivals Report From The Associated View
Arrivals and sailings listed for ports including Southampton Queenstown New York Liverpool Kensington and Antwerp. Ships such as Majestic Napier Genoa and Ledaard are noted with arrivals departures and passages between New York and European ports.
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New York
Mate M
Durneyslay Titusapres Malthe
Kiwnabiuag
Southampton
Agel
Hinhoules
la Gasouynn
Hair
Satlad
Gurmunic
Liverpool
Kensington
Antwerpy
St. Foult
Phoenicha
Napier
Queenstown
Areivei
Majestic
Ft. Punt
Ledaard
Amuterdim
Tothetam
Toutonke Liverfoot
Possible successor to Hitchcock named in leaked memo
A fragmentary AP report from Washington cites a March 19 note about ex-Bemator Fadyine Oliver Wolcott at Denver and a possible race for Secretary of State with President backing, suggesting a high level succession discussion involving Mitchell and Wunderstool.
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Hy Hachoine White
Asociated Press
Washington
the Post
Oliver Wolcott
Denver
Cob
Umitcheack
Cecil Rhodes Stronger
A midnight bulletin reports Cook Rhodes as improved and sleeping, with nourishment taken and strength returning after a period of illness during the march period. Further details on his condition were not provided.
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Liv
Associated Pree
Uype Town
March
Cook Rheden
Weather forecast for Touring and Friday in Washington
March forecast for Washington notes warmer weather through Thursday with partly cloudy skies and diminishing winds. Friday shows continued warmth with light winds and pleasant conditions for travel and outdoor plans.
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Washington
Vauia
Wildes
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Associated Press
Lvlumaite Quighey
Tianapolis
Mr. Mitchell
Tf. B. Thomas
Erie Railroad
Sane
Indianapolis
Sa Wage Senate
Railround
Radbone
Gey
Wyoming
John Fiullon
Wilkes-Barre
Thomas Llewellyn Avoca
Anthony Schlosser
Durye
Stephen Reap
Olyphant
Thomas Mc Michael
Jessup
Jacab Bittner
W Wirdsville
Stuntey Bounbusky
Pittton
William Pf
Dettres
Nuremberg
G. Perry
Hasletony
J. Snyder
Nesquehoning
Samuel Boyle
Coaldale
D. Fullon
Hagleton
F. Ray
Jedde
James Raynor
Coleraine
Sehuythlib
Patelek Wwollhan
Branchdale
Terrence Olnles
Chardville
Joseph Bolnis
Mahanoy City
Thomas J. Richards
Mineravilles
Jam Tilley
Edwhard Morris
Lykens
Pottsville
Alartin Nash
Glen Carbon
Hills of
McKinley's Physicians
Aquckated Press
Mit Coliiatuh
Bree
National Guard
Huntington
Duipride Borvin
Sintian Cabitbnel
Sakupaliting
Ile Mathorit Gielinae Diy
Wilibieliy
United States of America
Eumene
Congress of the United
South African Republic
Orange Free State
Republican Party
Assotatied Press
James Garfield
Vantin Gual
NEW Jersey Central
W. G. Besler
Reading
Agoulated Press
Marci
Mhedleyey
Deahuiny
Tly Aleed
Bevlieive
Nile
Muatoli
Pontes Dt Vila
Iain Crvaind
Idestroying Ueabirdar
Perr
Turkey
Miss Stone
London
Henry
Prince
Hayti
Associates Press
Pioitely
West Indies
Ewe Wade
Pardon Board
Howells Chee
Wishiawian
Seliahine
Arent
Michael Ralww
Wilhoeelaim
Rayon of
Wie Meade Iiteal
Middletown
Manel
Jean Char
Hitchcock
Cecil Rhodes
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