Arbitration plans dominate miners strike talk
News from the coal strike centers on a new arbitration plan proposed by operators. Mitchell and district presidents weigh the offer as sentiment among miners splits, with many awaiting a formal statement after they digest the proposition and its implications.
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Calyeuin
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Tineliady
Lowiakine
Vio
Emel
Miners’ Union
Pubblic
Din
S$ Oelock
Dindalee
Millsitent
Roosevelt
Washington
Silence at the White House on mine operators talks
Rumors in Washington say President Roosevelt may have contacted John Mitchell regarding mine operators and potential resumption of work. Officials refuse comment while speculation grows that Mitchell might be invited to Washington to discuss the matter, but no details are released.
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Mall
White House
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John Mitchell
Washington
Roosevelt
Mitchell
Mob Holds Up Men in Shamokin Strike Clash
In Shamokin a mob of about five hundred attacked John Shipe and David Hewitt as they left the Henry Clay shaft. The pair were pelted with tomatoes and stones and knocked down before soldiers arrived to disperse the crowd. Public sentiment favors the strikers delaying a return to work until concessions are clear.
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Ems Shamokin
John Shipeman
David Hewitt
Henry Clay
Ehlidver
Shlpanna
Objections at Shenandoah Over Mine Operator Proposal
Strike leader P. J. Sweeney says the proposition submitted to President Roosevelt by mine operators is not fair. He argues Mitchell will not accept it, and if he did the nine workers would meet. The operators aim to divert public sympathy from the struggle.
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Shemadoah
Mitchell
Roosevelt
P. J. Sweeney
Strauss Proposal Fails to End Strike In Wilkes-Barre
Nathan Strauss of New York with J Pierpont Morgan has been pushing a plan to end the strike. Morgan would back those who return to work, but Mr Mitchell refused to advise workers to accept. Strauss representatives received a final answer and left with no settlement. district presidents plan to consider arbitration with coal presidents the next day.
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Mitchell
Morgan
My Mitchell
Gompers Defends Labor Views On Arbitration Commission
President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor declined public comment but later told the Associated Press that the operators seek a commission with pro mining ties and for the president to influence its selection. He argued the commission should include diverse experts and a coal miner representative, and opposed leaving appointment to the mine owners. He urged the president to exercise discretion in the commission's formation.
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Gonpers
Americ Federation of Labor
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Didhy
Associated Press
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Mitchell
Ain Dasaht
United States
Nene
Fistanes
Ahesperi Mining
Theo
Mitchell Shoul Ukewise
Missionaries in Danger Reports From Hunan China
Exclusive AP dispatch from Williamsport dated October notes Bishop Dubs reading a letter from Rev. N Dubs missionary in Hunan China. Massacres reported in Changsha with soldiers surrounding their residence and bitter opposition. Conference votes to form a board to extend funds for church building projects.
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General Conference of the Evangelical Church
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N. Dubs
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Hunan
China
Changsha
Committee On
Maritime Arrivals and Departures from Bremen and New York
Steamers Wilhelm and Noordium arrive and depart between Bremen and New York. Ships report arrivals at Bremen ports and sailings to New York, Cherbourg, and Southampton with multiple stops and refits noted.
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Gel
Krronpring Wilhelm
Bremen
Crosser Krurtvest
Bouwthimpton
Blowmom Teutonic
Tmial
Bouwthiimptom
Shecaner Wallerin Alrite Theresia
Tulser Wilhelmnn der Cirooe
Miymouth
Collapse at Lobo mine near Linares claims several lives
Report from Exclusive Tin indicates a roof collapse at the 9 mine near Linares results in multiple deaths and ongoing rescue efforts. Local authorities investigate causes as workers were present at the site.
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Epecated Press
Madrid
Lobo
Linares
Senator Dillingham Re-elected by Legislature
The Vermont legislature re elected United States Senator William Paul Dillingham in a decisive session. The Associated Press report from Montpelier states the vote confirmed Dillingham’s continued term.
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Associated Preag
Montpelier
Vermont
W. BP
United States
Operators in Conference Averts Union Recognition Push
A Buffalo meeting revealed Mitchell agreed to drop union recognition in exchange for a ten percent wage rise if nationwide pay increases occur. The Manufacturers committee pressed for arbitration while miners debate President Roosevelt’s proposal. Morgan and Bacon met officials amid talks, with Parry and Leake planning further travels.
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Mitchell
Buffalo
Mrr Parry
Leake
Olyphiant
WH Cox
Delaware and Hudson
J. P. Morgan
Robert Bacon
Washington
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Buer
Roosevelt
Mitchnell
Mitchwell
Hillside Cowl and Iron Company
Porest City
Eal
Oper
CANDIDATES OF THE MUNICIPAL LEAGUE NOMINATIONS FILED
Inclusive detail outlines certificates of nomination for Philadelphia and nearby districts. Names include Howard Derr for legislature, Louie Stunk for senator, Inton Rogers Wood for lieutenant, and Roland Morris among others in various representative districts.
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Che Dupin County Court
Lease Party
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Poulftth
Miehura HH
Thomas
Disiiiet
Roland
Mortis
Coal Trains in Readiness
Readable portions describe Delaware, Lackawanna and Western railway in Mobokon preparing freight engines and coal trains for service. Machinists and engine cleaners rushed to overhaul locomotives, aiming to ready the fleet within moments.
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New
New York
Get
Delaware, Lackawanna
Western
Mobokon
Destructive Fire Wipes Klamathon Oregon Business District
A major blaze swept through the town of Klamathon near the Klamathon River in Siskiyou County destroying the business district. A new sawmill and related plants, the Northern Pacific station, freight house, and rolling stock were lost. Estimated damage around 840,000 with most homes saved. The fire began at John J. Cook & Son’s large sawmill.
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Ore
California
Khim
Thon
Klamathon
Slekyou County
Northern Pacific Railway Company
John J. Cook & Son
United States Wins The Pious Fund Case
The arbitration court in The Hague has ruled Mexico must pay the United States 146,682 Mexican pesos. The unanimous decision orders Mexico to compensate the U S government for the Pious Fund dispute, with annual payments continuing indefinitely in Mexican currency. Judge Mataene praised all parties for their cooperation and affirmed the arbitration's thorough review.
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Mexico
Hague
Oct. W
Pious Fund
United States
Uiite
San Profeisco
Malware Thornton
Medward Thornton
Getobwrth Us
United States of Mexico
Washington
Thiksim
Chine
Mio
Ty. Mataen
Republican Rally in Connellsville Draws Thousands
Several thousand Republicans gathered in cold weather for an open air rally in Connellsville Pennsylvania. Speakers included Samuel W Pentivpacker for governor William M Brown for lieutenant governor and others. A large delegation from the Grand Army of the Republic and Union Veterans Legion greeted the party and escorted them through the city visiting nearby coke works.
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Associated Press
Connellsville
Samuel W. Pentivpacker
William M. Brown
W. [. Shifrer
Delaware
N. A. Flood
Meadville
Murphy
Johnstown
Leeds
Virginia
Grand Army of the Republic
Union Veterans’ Legion
Entertaining the Prince in Washington and Mount Vernon
The crown prince of Shant toured Port Myer with a troop exhibition of cavalry tactics. He then boarded the Sylph with Assistant Secretary of State Pierce and his suite for a Mount Vernon visit. A state dinner at Colombian university hosts the prince later that night.
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Crown Prince of
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Port Myer
State Pierce
Mount Varnon
J. HH. Gore
Wilson party to hold talks in Wilkes-Barre
A Wilson delegation including Mine Workers and officials left Indianapolis to meet President Alitehell in Wilkes-Barre. The group planned a conference over a long distance call session with Mie Mitchell but declined to discuss terms. Reports said no final decision on a meeting call was made and details remained unsettled.
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Ion
neOrwtatus
Pega
Alitehell
Wilken
Barre
Aperinairs
Dhe Kiel
Mie Mitchell
Riga
Verthon
Pratt Cowen Association Faces Immediate Crisis
Rochester report on a collapsing Pratt Cowen association amid government intervention. Text notes fruit industry troubles in New York with widespread spoilage and economic strain hitting shops, farmers, and related businesses.
Requisition for Evans Aids Extradition Fee Request
Exclusive AP report notes Governor Stone reviewed a requisition to cover extradition costs for Don M Evans, wanted in Pittsburg on charges of defrauding Pittsburg Mining Company of 141000 dollars. Evans held in custody at Youngstown.
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Hurvriabura
Opt
Stone
Don M Evans
Piltshure
Pittsburg
Evans
Youngstown
Drift in Cuba Stirred by Violent Unrest Near Rail Line
In Saratoga Springs tonight a dynamite blast damaged a street near Pondsda Valley rail causing wreckage to appear along South Browny near a trotley station. Major Andrews of the Third Battalion and a force of deputies faced a tense scene as Village President Finnegan sworn in guardsmen to enforce patrols in Mechanicsville amid governor Odell orders.
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Saratoga
N.Y
Owl
Pondsda Valley
Saratoga Springs
Mechanicsville
South Browwiy
Andrews
Saratoga County
Finnegan
Contested Anti Machine nominations hinge on power of attorney
Hearing on the Anti Machine ticket candidates George Howell for congress and M P Sando for judge centers on a disputed clause authorizing Donovin to rename the party on petition. Prosecution threats loom over witnesses claiming Union or Democratic ties while no Union votes appeared in certain districts.
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Tharvisburg
Oef
Debn Jd. Wahey
George Howell
Congress
M. P. Sando
Fahey
Democratic Party
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Olmstead
Bergner
H. N. Dunnell
Sctanton
Union Party
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Coi
Howell
di Dunnell
Aim
Copeland
Larekawanna County
Sbherl
John J. Fahey
Co. Ch. Donovan
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Deneeyute
Daughters of the Revolution Convene State Council
Exclusive AP report from Pittsburgh notes the state council of the Daughters of Liberty met today. Mire Shante M. Smith of Middletown presided over about two hundred delegates. Officers were nominated for the coming year but elections occur tomorrow. The society lists 21000 members and reported receipts for the year.
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State Council
Daughters of Liberty
Shante M. Smith
Middlletown
Pattison and rival speakers headline Philadelphia event
Two Democratic leaders, Pattison and Gaither, addressed a Philadelphia gathering as principal speakers. The event drew attention to party aims and voter sentiment, with attendees noting the involvement of former governors and prominent local figures.
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Get. M
Tore Pattison
Ghedaivene
Chietimve
Ales Pattison
Me Gaithirle
Mate
Tinker Et Diipptiee Pad Tik Mel Pte
Price of anthracite kept at twenty dollars a ton
A New York meeting of the rites Committee of the Retail Coal Dealers' Association decided to maintain coal prices. The decision keeps anthracite at twenty dollars per ton, despite discussions on rising costs and market conditions.
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New York
Chun Dismissed Reports From An Unknown Province
A terse, garbled wire report notes that Kwel Chun, once in a leadership role, was dismissed from duties in a regional government context. The source text contains multiple garbled names and places, with unclear affiliations and dates.
Buried Alive While Picking Coal in Wisconsin
A county coal yard accident leaves workers entombed as a collapse traps several laborers. Rescue teams from nearby towns race to reach the site and pull survivors from the debris amid dangerous conditions. One worker is reported injured with others unaccounted.
Deaths of a Day Captain McA. Go Dayton Dies in Stroke
Captain McA. Go Dayton, longtime superintendent of the West Jersey and Seashore Railroad, dies from a stroke. He had served the company since its early days and oversaw lines that connect with the Pennsylvania Railroad in southern New Jersey.
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Camden
N. J
Cpt
McA. GO. Dayton
West Jersey and Seashore Railroad Company
Pennsylvania Railroad
New Jersey
Angerind Hawl
Stealthy Proposals Tilt Cuba Toward Europe Over Platt Pact
Washington officials warn that European diplomats covertly push Cuba toward exclusive deals with Europe, weakening reciprocity with the United States and threatening Platt Amendment enforcement. If trends persist, U S intervention may be deemed necessary to uphold the Platt pact and prevent broader conflict with European powers.
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New Republic
Swigert Re-elected President in Travel Association
Exclusive wire reports the final meeting of the Commercial Travelers’ Home Association of America held in Asoglated Preas city. George F. Swigert of Carbondale Iowa was re-elected president. W A Wally of Albany re-elected secretary and treasurer. John C. Hoxie of Allen named a board member. treasurer shows 2883 on hand. interest in the association awakening.
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Binghamton
N. C
Commercial Travelers’ Home Association of America
Hana
George FF. Swigert
Carbondale
W. A. Wally
Albany
John C. Hoxie
Ailen
Texas sheriffs avert mob and transfer suspect
Jim Buchanan, accused in Duncan Hicks' murder case, was handed to authorities in Shreveport after three Texas sheriffs evaded a mob of about 6 000 people. The capture was carried out near Nacogdoches, Texas, and involved cooperation from multiple agencies.
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Dollis
Texas
Jim Buchanan
Duncan Hicks
Wils Aml
Nacogdoche
Football Update From Washington, Pa Dispatch
Football report from Washington Pennsylvania highlights key plays and team standings with local context and brief game notes.
Weather Forecast for Washington Region
Forecast for Wednesday and Thursday from Mestern Pennsylania predicts fresh west winds.
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