Miners Move Toward Arbiter Plan With Convention Looming
The United Mine Workers executive boards of three anthracite districts unanimously back President Roosevelt's arbitration proposal and call a delegate convention in Wilkes-Barre next Monday. They anticipate a resumption of coal mining by week’s end, though strikers await the arbitration award. Mitchell’s statement clarifies the plan as the public awaits details and progress toward resuming production.
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Associated Press
Wilkes-Barre
United Mine Workers of America
United States
Arbitration Commission
Mitchell
Dutle
Dia
Soi Anthorilte
Thoois
Distodats
Civedie
Eave
Fey BK
Nii Fe
Plaice
Garollieries
Vou
Generel Millers
Nimitlookes
Plyneutt
Official Call for Miners Convention Amid United Mine Workers
Official notice from Wilkes-Barre outlining the United Mine Workers convention for the eastern district delegates. It details meeting dates, credential handling, delegate elections, and authority to represent members, with statements from district leaders and the executive board.
Strike Commissioners Likely to Accept Appointment
General John M. Wilson, recently named by the president as a member of the strike commission, urges the Secretary of War to proceed with the appointment. The report notes the commission’s anticipated acceptance of the positions and outlines initial steps.
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Ater
NewsTraven
Edward W. Parker
Stutlolan
United States Geological Survey
Coal Strike Arbitration Commission
Roosevelt
American Thentute of
Parker
Arbitration Commission
Washington
John M. Wilson
United States Army
Hight
Root
Associated Seas
Woehlington
Bay
Views of Operators on Commission
Exclusive AP report describes coal interests' reluctance to discuss the coal situation while noting the new commission faces a major task. Leaders like Olyphant of the Delaware and Hudson and Underwood praise the commission. figures expect prolonged wage and payment adjustments and rapid coal deployment once miners resume work. Prices for coal and market pressures are discussed as shipments and storage respond to the crisis.
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New York
Seyond
Olyphant
Delaware and Hudson Railroad
Murker
Thomas
Truesdale
Fowler
Underwood Sand
Mir. Morson
Underwood
Robert Crier
Peoril Dowd of Trade
Bishop Spaulding
Peoria
Wii
Whib Wis
To &S
Early withdrawal of the militia debated amid trade and strike crisis
The report notes possible early militia withdrawal as Governor Bone and Attorney Chamond Wikin weigh options amid a tense strike situation. President Mitel elaine remains uncertain while authorities discuss timing and conditions for troop redeployment in Walker’s Wools and related areas.
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Mitelelaine
Rathers
Bone Widh
Chamond
Walker
Sunday School Workers Convened at State Sabbath School Union
The Associated Irene Franklin reports at the convention of the State Sabbath School Union in New York that Sunday school workers gathered today. Notable additions included Thigh Cork, Rev George F. Bilbits, Rev LW drainer, and Hiddew B. Howard among others. officers elected for the evening session include John Wanamaker as president and Rev George B. Birbits as secretary with an executive committee from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh locales.
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Franklin
Thigh Cork
George F. Bilbits
New York
LW. Drainer
Nor
Ugandan native stirs Commons as Ireland debate erupts
Premier Balfour faces Irish crisis as Patrick O Arien and John O Donnell clash. A Ugandan native speech prompts severe exchanges, with O Donnell suspended for disrespect to the Speaker amid a raucous session. Bernstein defeats Denver in a sparring bout after seven rounds, breaking Bernstein's hand.
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Balfour
Mr. Healy
Uganda
Ireland
John O'Donnell
James Brice
Henry Crampbell- Bunnneraunen
Patrick O' Arien
John Redmond
Mr. Balfour
St Thom
William O'Brien
Het Trehiod
O'Brien
Trish
Abr. Wyndhin
Leon
Lloyd-George
TSP
O'Conner
Durie
House of Fords
House of Commons
House of Eam
Abe
Henry
England
John UC Donnell
Donnell
Young Corbett Wins World Featherweight Title
Exclusive wire reports that Young Corbett defeated Joe Bernstein of New York to claim the world featherweight championship at Eureka Athletic Club. The non title bout weighed ten pounds catchweight with Bernstein in prime condition, weigh in at afternoon.
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Corbet
Joe Bernstein
New York
Eureka Athletic Club
Hien
Bernstein
Cuba Delays Treaty Decisions Amid Budget Focus
Cuban cabinet has held only two meetings since October when the Squiers outline was presented. President Palma fights a U S naval base at Havana while Cuba seeks favorable terms in a trade pact, likely seeking more than the offers given, and European diplomats watch for potential reciprocity gains.
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Associated Press
Hirani
Det
United States
Squiers
Palma
Havana
Cuba
Bahia Honda
Pinar del Rio
Cuba Ous
Pattison and Democratic nominees stump Philadelphia
Exclusive wire reports Pattison Guthrie and Nolan conclude four day tour with two large Philadelphia meetings. Pattison urges voters to brave the past and vote to end bad government, criticizing strikes and street railway franchise passage. The trio heads to Westmoreland county for subsequent meetings.
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Philadelphia
Pattison
Guthrie
Nolan
Westmoreland County
Lehigh Valley Report on Annual Earnings and Sales
The Lehigh Wire reports the Mulland company annual figures for the year ending, noting changes from November to Jane and detailing production, expenses, taxes, and income. It cites revenues around eight hundred ten thousand with fixed charges dominating, and a total production figure for the twelve months ending.
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Othe Lehigh Wilew Tmulland Company
al- Pero Ali
Westendas Wiis
Jane Fk
Cornings
Weber
Lehigh Coil Company
Miami
Kirin Wind
Lipton Accepts America's Cup Challenge Under Same Terms
The Associated Area reports Thomas Lipton has accepted the challenge terms for the America's Cup on the same conditions as the prior attempt. The list price is set for Thursday, August 21, with races scheduled on subsequent Sundays except where noted.
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Kachusiy Wir
New York
Cublegram
Bly
Thomas Lipton
Soufriere Volcano Eruption Affects Kingston District
Reports say a minor eruption of the Soufriere Volcano occurred between night and early morning near Saint Vincent. A faint ash fall disrupted coastal areas as Kingston experienced unsettled conditions and brief traffic impacts.
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Kingston
Island of
St. Vincent
United States Leads Global Coal Output in Early 1900s
United States produced about 34 percent of world coal output in 1901, according to the U S Geological Survey. Great Britain and Germany followed, with Britain and dependencies near 31 percent and Germany around 14 percent, while Austria Hungary France Belgium and Russia trailed. Coal production surged in the United States due to iron and steel activity, widening the lead over competitors.
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Washington
United States Geological Survey
United States
Great Britain
Germany
Austria-Hungary
France
Belgium
Russia
India
Transvaal
FATE OF CASTRO HANGS IN BALANCE
Exclusive dispatch from Willemstad reports the Venezuela conflict near La Victoria. Forces loyal to President Castro defend positions as revolutions gain momentum. 6 000 government troops oppose 7 000 rebels. Foreign ships move to deliver aid while tensions and blockades threaten civilians. The battle’s outcome hinges on events at the front and international reactions.
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Curacao
la Victoria
Venezuela
Castro
Astra
Fa Victoria
Selock
Venezuelia
la Vietong
la Guayra
Tucaenus
Puerto Cuihello
Nave
Tucacis
Vinata
la Gurtura
Tucaesis
Suchet
Caurupuno
Prenoh Vitiven
Cook
Plaice
Mendiin
Lopes WM
Carupaania
Cerne
Paitherias
Orhioce
Dee
Chudid Bollysiy
Bowen
Cures
Hutth Victoria von Cheviot
Cyisro
Thie
Enthusiasm For Judge Penny Packer At Party Meeting
Enthusiasm for Judge Penny Packer built at a Republican gathering held in the afternoon. Supporters filled the party headquarters with a long reception preceding an open house where attendees pledged support.
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Penny Packer
Feotidule
Penny Packers
Transatlantic Passage Log From Early Steamship Voyage
The record lists ships and routes between New York, Southampton, Cherbourg, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Havre, and Queenstown. Vessels named include Majestic and Auguste Victoria with arrivals and sailings via Plymouth Cherbourg Hamburg Havre and Antwerp.
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Pires
New York
Get
Wil-Cleardl
Southwick
Antwerp
Southampton
Hayes
Puciet
Misnmarck
Humble
Sothampton
Manland
Cheerbourg
Biucher
Plymouth
Hamburg
Queenstown
Majestic
Auguste Victorian
Cherbourg
Rotterdam
Ligard
la Champagne
Havre
Rival Wings of the Union Party in Pennsylvania Nominations Upheld
Dauphin County court declares valid the Anti machine party nominations in Lackawanna and other counties. Judge Simonton finds two thirds of seats contested would prevent a legal convention and voids state ticket certificates for Pattison and Pennypacker factions. Court also validates Democratic nominees and Ballot Reform nominations in multiple districts.
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Agoelated Press
Harrisburg
Dauphin County
Lackawanna
George Howell
Congress
Michael WW. Sundo
Orphans’ Court
P. F P. Calpin
Timothy D. Hayes
Frederick Phillips
William Litts
Pattison and Pennypacker
Union Party
Simonton
Onty
Thien
Wells
Pattison
Puppers
Commonwealth
Yaarties
Weiss
Allegheny County
Eli Eichelberger
Edmund
Duty
Bedford County
Thomas J. Kell
Harry Somerville
Cambria County
F Reform Party
Molineux Trial Sees More Jurors Secured
Four more jurors were secured today for the Molineux murder trial in New York, bringing the panel closer to completion. The court adjourned until tomorrow as jurors were still being drawn.
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Associated Proas
New York
Rohawd D. Molineux
Mra. Weatherioe J. Adame
Weather snapshot with missing data
Fragmentary weather note lists October dates with high and low temperatures and humidity. Several words are garbled, making precise values unclear. The fragment references precipitation and time of day without readable figures.
Weather Forecast for Washington and Eastern Pennsylvania
Forecast for Friday and Saturday calls for light variable winds across Washington and eastern Pennsylvania with no significant precipitation. patchy cloud cover may occur and temperatures likely mild for late season days.
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