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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1901
Page
1
General Managers from major railways meet in Chicago amid coal shortages and car congestion. They consider raising wages for trainmen enginemen firemen and switchmen to improve efficiency and ease traffic jams. Eastern pay lags behind Western by 12 to 19 percent prompting a move to parity with Western rates.
The Indiana Railway Company issued a noon order increasing wages by 10 a year, effective January 1. The rise brings average wages to about $2 per day, applying to motormen, conductors, and hourly power station staff. The system operates in South Bend and nearby Goshen Elkhart and Mishawaka, plus an interurban line to Goshen Dunlap Elkhart Osceola. SPICELAND: Citizens' Canning Company reports a strong year with a large dividend and a Christmas boost equal to 10 percent of seasonal wages, plus higher labor wages during packing season.
Pittsburg district faces a deep car shortage with mills along the Allegheny valley idle or limited. Carnegie City mills, Homestead, and Duquesne plants may not resume for a week after Christmas. Schwab noted $10,000 worth of finished product piled with no removal prospects. Furnaces in Mahoning and Shenango valleys are shut due to lack of raw materials.
The Bourne mills workers in Tiverton near the Rhode Island line received their twenty-fifth semi annual profit sharing dividend. Directors voted to continue the plan for another year and doubled the limit of profits shareable by employers. The new range is at least 6 percent and up to 3 percent of stockholders’ payments. The program began in 1889 with hopes dividends would match savings bank earnings.
The Union Traction Company will raise wages from 18 to 19 cents an hour starting January. A recent vote favored avoiding a strike after a men’s meeting. The increase adds over a quarter of a million dollars in annual expense for the city wide streetcar system. In Fall River, M C Borden funds a Christmas gift equal to six weeks of a 1 percent wage boost restoring earnings after a earlier 10 cent cut.
Twenty five gypsum interests consolidate under United States Gypsum Company with ten million paid in capital. The New Jersey corporation names advisory committee including George D. Emery Emil Durr S T Meservey and W A Avery. Principal office to be in Chicago with branches in Omaha St Louis and Buffalo.
Detroit general Alger after operation shows a fair day with fever easing to 100.2 tonight. He is drinking water for the first time since the operation and remains cheerful though serious for another week. Camden senator Sewell remains holding his own, with a weak spell this afternoon but no anticipated deterioration.
A reported uprising against Castro and the Venezuelan government is described as spreading, with all republics in ferment and the situation growing serious according to sources.
German newspapers discuss Germany's ultimatum to Venezuela and the Monroe doctrine. They debate US influence in South America as warships Restorador and Crespo monitor routes, while revolutionary leaders advance plans.
Edgar Stanton Maclay, a Navy Yard employee and historian, was discharged by the President after publishing a history that labeled Admiral Schley as a coward, and called him a charlatan and poltroon. The controversy centers on his criticisms and the ensuing dismissal.
In Washington on December 4, Adjutant General Seamans of California was reported dangerously ill but slightly improved. His pulse grew stronger, respiration deepened, and he was able to take some nourishment during the day.
London dispatch reports Queen Alexandra's health continues to improve yet she cannot travel this week. The Prince and Princess of Wales will observe Christmas at York Cottage with their children, keeping to a quiet holiday routine in the capital area.
Washington report says Captain Francis A. Cook, ill at the U.S. Naval Hospital, is improving slowly and will likely be able to go out after about two weeks. In New York, Roosevelt Hospital reports Mrs. Frank Leslie’s condition unchanged tonight.
In Williamson West Virginia on December 24 a group from Logan county led by Walter Adams and John Mullens rode into Dingess intoxicated and fired at random through business streets. Constable John Dillon and Mullins were killed in a street duel. Adams fled after being wounded. A posse under Sheriff Hi Williamson pursued Adams amid fears of a lynching.
From Victoria B C December 4 news arrives that the Chinese court will engage an American adviser. The exact name is not given but reports indicate a $15000 salary. The Japan Mail notes the move as a prudent step amid uncertain conditions.
Caracas and Berlin commentaries clash over the Monroe Doctrine as Venezuela battles a growing revolutionary movement. The Restorador and arms shipments signal regional tensions with Matos and Castro amid rail disputes, troop occupations, and naval movements from Falke to Utrecht.
Paris reports Venezuela, after failing to renew diplomatic ties last year, has the Spanish ambassador in Paris urge Paris to consider revised proposals. It seeks one year to settle claims from 1882 to 1901 and removal of duties on Venezuelan coffee, while France hints at possible high tariffs on Venezuelan cacao if demands are not accepted. Caracas Chamber of Commerce writes Havre, Bordeaux and Marseilles to urge reason. Cecilio Castro may depart Caracas December 28 to present Castro’s revised memorandum.
James A. Todd 32, manager of Towle Manufacturing Company silversmiths at 48 153 State Street, was found dead in the store lavatory after drawing a gas tube through a keyhole and locking himself in. He recently relocated from Walcott Connecticut and lived in the suburb of LaGrange. The death is attributed to business troubles, worry, and overwork.
Secretary Long, under President Roosevelt's direction, dismissed Edgar S. Maclay a Brooklyn navy yard clerk who refused to resign. The move follows a letter from Maclay contesting removal and cites civil service rights, while also noting Miles's return to New York and Sehello admiral Schley's holiday arrival.
Admiral Dewey expressed his intention to spend Christmas with his family and declined to discuss any duties, military matters, or the President. He stated he had nothing to say about army or navy affairs.
Chicago reports a seven month machinists strike involving about 400 workers is nearing resolution. Talks between leaders suggest an agreement soon, with Allis-Chalmers returning to a nine hour day and details on wages and rehiring to follow. Conspiracy charges against W J Chalmers have been dropped as unions and employers assess costs and staffing.
General Manager Danforth of the Everett Moore syndicate reports strong start for the Cleveland to Toledo line. Within two weeks cars will leave Cleveland hourly for Toledo and Sandusky, with six hour Cleveland to Toledo accommodations and four hour limited trains. Later a one hour gain expected by roundabout tracks into Cleveland and Toledo, through cars red to run up to sixty miles per hour, aiming to match Detroit and Toledo passenger service with steam railroads.
Thomas Wallace the actress Edna Wallace's brother signed a secret agreement at Chicago's Auditorium Annex relinquishing his claim to more than $200,000 in favor of Edna for 500 dollars cash and 100 dollars monthly for life. Edna Wallace had returned to New York after the deal, leaving her Chicago visit with her attorney and maid.
George Eugene Bryson, Havana newspaper man and Cuba correspondent, predicts the coolable election of Estrada Palma as President on December 30. He cites Palma’s backing by Maximo Gomez and other prominent leaders who helped prolong the Cuban struggle until intervention and victory.
Toledo dispatch reports fire truck No. 7 collided with a street car while responding to an alarm early today. Captain J. B. Ward died at St. Vincent's Hospital within hours. Driver Peter Boudie and Ladderman John Schultz were seriously hurt. one or more injuries appeared life threatening.
In Kokomo Indiana a Christmas entertainment at Judson School was broken up by a melee. Grant Turner was shot in the forehead but the bullet flattened on the skull and dropped to the ground. Willard Turner leads a posse pursuing the assailants. In Lafayette an eastbound Wabash train derailed due to a broken side rod near Riverside Attica causing about two hours of delay but no injuries.
The White House enjoyed a quiet Christmas with easy day at the residence of the Chief Executive. Little public business was transacted as the cabinet met but spent time in holiday felicitations. No word from Governor Shaw on accepting the treasury portfolio as his gift.
Roosevelt family holiday program dominates White House activities as 87 turkeys are handed to policemen, messengers, ushers, servants, gardeners and stablemen. Cabinet talks of Governor Shaw treasurys post, while Secretary Wilson preferred to stay aboard. Children await stockings, no Christmas tree, and plans include a Potomac cruise if weather allows. Governor Shaw, tied to Treasury offer, will decide after formal tender and family consultation.
Mrs. Sarah Provost, Cove Neck L I near Oyster Bay, received a check from President Roosevelt intended for Isle of Scone coal aid. The donation supports the local small district school and reflects presidential generosity to students in Roosevelt era.
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