Steel strike threat spurs plant moves in McKeesport
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports United States Steel plans to shift Dewees Wood mill from McKeesport to a nonunion area as unionism grows there. The move would affect about 10,000 workers locally, with 8,000 from the National Tube works and 2,000 from the wood mill, risking severe economic impact on the city. Officials warn the policy targets union strongholds across Ohio and Indiana as part of a broader plan to eradicate the Amalgamated Association. Mayor Black’s remarks stir debate, and dismantling details begin to surface as critics blame his proclamation. A final arbitration offer was rejected by the Steel Corporation, signaling no further compromise before a nationwide strike.
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Dismantling Order Shocks Amalgamated Strike Front
Grave developments in the Pittsburgh strike shift with United States Steel ordering the Dewees Wood plant at McKeesport dismantled and moved to the Kiskiminetas valley. AFL President Gompers pledges support to Amalgamated while leaders call the move a bluff. Officials offer no reasons, but local sentiment favors the workers as preparations begin and coverage hints at wider implications.
Tillman denounces commercial democracy backed by mills
In Washington D C Senator Tillman attacked the idea of commercial democracy promoted by Senator McLaurin saying mill owners would not sell the state to the Republicans and that operatives would not be coerced into joining the party. He noted spindle counts and profits from 188 to present, denying rebates and claims of wealth while defending his record. In Greenville South Carolina Senator McLaurin spoke to about two thousand at Oakway near Westminster on treaty expansion and a merchant marine as farmers clapped.
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Fort Sumter
Two Women Shot in Laalas Killing Victim Dead Wounded
In Laalas Texas Aug to night Wille White was killed at a hotel door and Sallie Walker wounded in the abdomen with a bullet. Police have not yet positively identified the shooter. No eyewitnesses. The cause remains unknown and the victim may not survive.
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Sallie Walker
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Colombia War Chief Heads Army Near Meta River
Washington reports say the Colombian minister of war, Gen Gonzales Valencia, may lead forces near the Meta river as tensions rise with Venezuela. Officials await developments while noting Colombia's 46 000 strong army and population of five million. No U S action planned unless crises escalate or Isthmus traffic halts prompt inquiries from Washington.
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United States
Officials weigh Colombia Venezuela risk of war and actions
Washington officials monitor Colombia and Venezuela tensions amid reports of invasions and revolts. Panama dispatches warn of further expeditions and potential conflict while the Navy weighs moving ships, with Wisconsin bound to San Diego and Ranger ready to sail to Panama to protect American interests.
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Venezuela
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Bogota
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Wisconsin
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Cal
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Hackett
Ranger
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Colombian revolutionists urge restraint at isthmus rail line
A communication from Colombian revolutionists and adviser Restrepo asks allied generals in Panama Department not to disrupt the railroad or isthmus traffic. Restrepo says reports of a halted train near Panama are false, claims rebels control most of the department with about eight thousand men. They plan a future assault on Colon and Panama, with preparations including additional munitions.
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Cuban Electoral Bill Advances in Havana Constitutional Convention
Havana constitutional convention reports progress on the electoral bill with 61 of 108 articles approved. New rules require minimum voter support to nominate candidates: 500 in Havana province, 800 in Santiago and Santa Clara, 2060 in Matanzas, and unspecified lower thresholds in Puerto Principe and Pinar del Rio. Senatoranguilly argues the change curbs party control and aids independent candidates.
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Santa Clara
Matanzas
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Catholic Abstainers Reelect Hartford President at Union Session
Hartford Aug 9 The Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America re elected Rev D 8 McGillicudy of Worcester Mass as president and filled key posts J Washington Logue Philadelphia William Gibbons Chicago Mrs L M Lake St Louis Rev J J Byrne Wilkes Barre Rev A P Doyle New York The next convention will meet Aug 6 1902 in Dubuque Ia Resolutions reaffirm total abstinence and urge work with non Catholic groups condemning drinking The organization approved children’s temperance societies and pledging youths at first communion or confirmation A cablegram from Cardinal Rampolla conveyed papal blessing
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Conn
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Worcester
Mass
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Philadelphia
William ©. Gibbons
Chicago
L. M. Lake
St. Louis
J. J. Byrne
Wilkesburre
A. P
Rampolla
Roosevelt Returns From Colorado Hunt With Skins
Vice President Roosevelt arrived in Colorado Springs after a week long coyote hunt in eastern Colorado. He visited the Cripple Creek Portland mine and planned to lay the Y M C A building cornerstone. Thousands greeted him warmly as he toured mines, dined at the Gold Coin Club, and rode in a public reception and carriage drive before returning to Colorado Springs.
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Colorado
Portland
Cripple Creek
Gold Coin Club
Mining stampede sparks rush to Big Snowy mountains
Helena Montana August 9 A gold rush frenzy has begun near the Big Snowy mountains about one hundred miles east of Helena after a discovery of copper ore unusually rich in gold. One sample reportedly assayed 1.20 dollars in gold per ton triggering feverish interest among prospectors.
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Helena
Mont
Snowy Mountains
Nation seeks divorce from Carrie Nation in Medicine Lodge
The case filed by David Nation through his attorney accuses Mrs. Carrie Nation of neglecting family duties and abandoning the home. The filing marks a divorce action in Medicine Lodge Kansas with the temperance crusader involved.
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Medicine Lodge
Kan
David Nation
Carrie Nation
Temperance
Proclamation Calls Boer Commandants to Surrender by Sept. 11
London reports Lord Kitchener issued a proclamation barring and banishing burghers who resist, announcing that those in arms must surrender by September 11 or face banishment and a levy on their property to cover family costs. Proclamation aims to end disruption and protect civilians while pursuing peace.
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Natal
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Orange Free State
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South African Republic
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Globe
Empty Thunderbolt Echoes in British Press
London reports debate over Kipling's mockery of government and the Natal proclamation. Papers split on strength and prudence, with The Times backing the move while The Daily News and The Standard caution about concessions. A U S dispatch confirms Kitchener not wounded. Lourenco Marques item claims Boer captains a lieutenant in gold blood.
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Rudyard Kipling
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South Africa
Natal
Natal. Mr. Chamberlain
Daily Chronicle
House of Commons
Lord Stanley
War Office
Times
Daily Mail
Lourenzo Marques
Steyn to Join Kruger in Holland for Peace Overtures
Paris reports on the Bourse that former Orange Free State president Steyn will soon join Mr. Kruger in Holland to work toward a definite understanding regarding peace overtures. The note follows a late scene involving a trooper of Steinacker's Horse seeking vengeance for involvement.
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Granddaughter of Eggleston dies in fall of Ithaca
Miss Allegra Aggleston Zelye, granddaughter of Edward Eggleston, was found dead at the edge of Fall Creek Gorge in Ithaca New York. Authorities believe a lightning flash caused her death as she hung by her feet entangled in roots after a walk during a house party.
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N. Y
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Fall Creek Gorge
Zelye
Edward Eggleston
Cornell
Kappa Gamma
University Avenue
Lake George
Encke's Comet Irregular Motion Observed by Prof Pickering
In Boston on August 9 Prof Pickering discussed Encke's comet noting its arrival time is not constant and the speed and orbital period are increasing by about two and a half hours per revolution. He suggests a resisting medium may cause the acceleration, and describes the comet as vague and irregular in appearance both naked eye and photographically with no clear nucleus.
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Boston
Mass
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Pickering
Cambon Sees American Worker Ambitions and Unity of Nations
In a Paris Echo de Paris interview, M. Jules Cambon, French ambassador to the United States, says American workers are not hostile to the moneyed class and may become like Carnegie with intelligence and luck. He notes Americans’ hard work, French heritage in the U.S., and that France’s educated women could find teaching work in America. He adds Europe’s view of America as vast and youthful and remarks on France’s influence.
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Paris
Echo de Paris
United States
M. Jules Cambon
America
Carnegie
M. Cambon
France
Europe
Filthy Condition of Columbia Sparks Navy Yard Probe
A New York board of inspection led by Rear Admiral Evans examined the cruiser Columbia and collier Brutus after a report by Admiral Barker alleged severe filth aboard Columbia. Navy yard officials warned the ship could have sunk at League Island, noting pumps were corroded and nonfunctional, requiring hand pumps to keep the vessel afloat.
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Woodward
Folger
Rogers
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Columbia
Navy Yard Board of Survey
Barker
Washington
Board of Inspection
League Island
Tam
Bague Island Navy Yard
Finlanders Riot After Mine Arrest Shootout in Montana
In Red Lodge Montana August 9 twenty Finlanders at Rocky Fork Coal Company mines caused chaos after Sheriff William Gebo shot and killed Alex Matsen during a confrontation as Matsen resisted arrest at a wedding celebration. Finns threaten retaliation if the coroner's verdict clears Gebo.
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Mont
Rocky Fork Coal Company
Alex Matsen
Sherif William Gebo
Matsen
Gebo
Fle Matsen
Matson
Policeman McAllister
Storm storms Gosper county Nebraska blades and hail
Elwood Nebraska August 5 a violent wind hail and rainstorm swept Gosper county causing heavy damage. Rain ranged from one to five inches with hail creating ice cakes. Four miles north of Elwood a tornado leveled buildings on farms of More Tucker and Matt Lux. Grain was scattered and livestock harmed across the area.
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Elwood
Neb
Gosper County
Nebraska
More Tucker
Matt Lux
Archbishop Ireland on strikes in New York address
Archbishop Ireland, returning from Mortford, spoke in New York to the Associated Press denying any invitation to help settle the strike. He urged that both sides have rights, stressed personal liberty, and warned against Union pressure that interferes with others right to work, upholding equity and law over individual or group welfare.
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Ireland
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Associated Press
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