Lawlessness Rife In Anthracite Regions Grows Critical
Philadelphia dispatch reports state troops deployed in five of ten anthracite counties to curb escalating violence. Rioting, shootings, and dynamiting affect Susquehanna Luzerne and neighboring areas as sheriffs seek added soldiers while miners accuse nonunionists of attacks. Output down from normal as coal trains are derailed or halted and production falls. Governor Stone weighs further troop calls amid unresolved strike.
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Mitchell
Miners’ Union
Luzerne County
Militia Moves In As Wilkesbarre Turmoil Escalates
Governor Stone orders the Ninth Regiment N G P mobilized at Wilkesbarre amid Luzerne county unrest. The strife involves strikers, mine owners, and deputies as clashes erupt at Exeter colliery and a derailed coal train, with shots fired and several injured.
Susquehanna Mob Turmoil Prompts Governor to Consider Troops
In Nanticoke and Forest City a mob of about 30 men women and boys attacked non union workers at No 2 colliery of Hillside Coal and Iron Company as shots were fired. Sheriff Maxey urged Governor Stone for troops after a riot act reading and saloons closed. General Gobin expected to arrive and establish headquarters.
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Dauphin County
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Susquehanna River
Nanticoke
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Hillside Coal and Iron Company
Three Calls for the Thirteenth Regiment to Quell Disturbance
Three calls were issued to the Thirteenth Regiment in Scranton Pennsylvania to quell unrest among coal miners. Early morning at Priceburg nonunion strikers blocked a coal train. Major B Rushfield dispersed them. Later crowds chased nonunion workers returning from Temple Company’s Sterrick Creek colliery. gunfire prompted a general hunt.
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Stratton Heir to Contest Million Will for Colorado Home
Harry Stratton of Pasadena plans to contest his father Winfield Stratton's will which leaves 10 to 12 million dollars mainly to fund the Myron Stratton Home for sick poor in Colorado Springs. He alleges mental incompetence and seeks to block the charitable bequest while risking his own $50,000 legacy. Wolcott and Vaile may take a $1 million fee if the will is broken.
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Truths Driven Home Senator Fairbanks Opens Campaign in Wayne County
Senator Fairbanks arrives in Wayne County where he is enthusiastically greeted and delivers an address focused on the gospel of Republicanism. He portrays strong party principles and urges unity to advance GOP goals.
Marines at Panama quarter three companies of bluejackets
Three US marine companies from the auxiliary cruiser Panther arrived in Colon and Panama. Commanded by Lieut. Col. Russell and Maj. Barnett, they will be quartered at railway stations and the Pacific Mail dock. Guards posted, trains guarded, locals curious, Filipinos trained in arms and climate endured.
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Royal Yacht Stranded on Baltic Rocks Near Kalmar
King Oscar of Sweden sails aboard his royal yacht with Crown Princess Victoria when it ran onto rocks near Kalmar in the Baltic. Vessels hurry to aid the grounded craft as crews report the situation.
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Fairbanks Opens Repub Party Drive in Wayne County
Senator Charles W. Fairbanks addressed a large Richmond audience at the Gennett Theater as the Wayne County Republican campaign opened. He touted prosperity under Republican rule, defended tariff principles, and credited anti trust moves to Republicans while noting support for the Panama Canal and gold standard. He praised Wayne County for its 43 years of party loyalty and met local leaders at the Westcott Hotel.
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Indianapolis Journal
Richmond
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Wayne County
Charles W. Fairbanks
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William E. Wineburg
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Beveridge Speech Sparks Indiana Campaign Rally in Evansville
United States Senator Albert J. Beveridge addressed over 3,000 in Evansville, praising James A. Hemenway and President Roosevelt. He denounced trusts, framed Republican aims to regulate industrial combinations, and urged electing Hemenway to Congress while marking the opposition as the Democratic party.
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Indianapolis Journal
Evansville
Ind
Indiana
United States
Albert J. Beveridge
Fairbanks
James A. Hemenway
Congress
Hemenway
Democratic Party
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Policy arguments defend new possessions as market for surplus
The excerpt argues that watering of stock can be remedied by legislation and that Republican policy on the new possessions is strongly upheld. It contends these possessions benefit the United States by providing a market for the country's surplus products.
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No Joint Debate in Thirteenth District Meeting
South Bend, Ind. Sept. 24. Republican chairman Walter Brown declines a joint congressional debate between Rep. A. L. Brick and Democratic nominee F. E. Hering. Brown cites lifelong residence and law practice, says public discussion is open without partisan joint events, and declines Fletcher’s challenge. Sentiment in South Bend favors avoiding joint debates, deemed harmful to good will.
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South Bend
Ind
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Thirteenth District
Republican Committee
James C. Fletcher
Democratic Congressional Committee
A. L. Brick
Congress
F. E. Hering
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Elkhart
Harry A. Logan
Democratic Committee
Chicago
Democratic Harmony Meeting Ends in Pandemonium in New Haven
Delegates to the Democratic State convention fractured in a New London county caucus with shouting, fistfights, and chair misplacements as supporters of Melbert Carey and Charles F. Thayer clashed. The chaotic fracas halted proceedings, no serious injuries reported, and the gathering broke up in pandemonium.
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Conn
New London County
Melbert B. Carey
Charles F. Thayer
Carey
Jay Cooke Condition After Second Brain Congestion Attack
Jay Cooke, the financier, suffered a second attack of congestion of the brain at his summer residence on Gibraltar Island near Put-In-Bay Ohio. He is reported in critical condition but later rallied and doctors express hopeful signs of recovery.
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Jay Cooke
Gibraltar Island
Cooke
Charles Fairbanks to Speak in Adjacent States
Senator Charles W. Fairbanks scheduled for several speeches as part of an active speakers bureau at Republican headquarters. The series spans neighboring states and highlights ongoing party outreach efforts in the region.
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Republican Headquarters
Charles W. Fairbanks
Indiana engagements outline GOP speakers tour schedule
Senator Beveridge to speak in Michigan at Tomlinson Hall on October 8 as part of a broad Republican campaign itinerary. Senator Fairbanks will address audiences in Columbus Ohio on October 6, Chicago October 7, Jackson Michigan October 8, Detroit October 9, Milwaukee October 10, Minneapolis October 11, with Indiana speakers projected to tour nearby states. Local engagements include Wingate September 26, Lafayette September 27, Terre Haute September 27, Columbus September 29, Paoli September 30, Mitchell October 1, Bedford October 1, Washington October 2, and Linton October 4, among others, plus Daniel E. Storms campaigning for secretary of state with towns across Tipton to Warsaw October 11.
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Shoals
Elliottsville
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Flora
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Spencer County
Big Republican Meeting Planned at Tomlinson Hall
Marion county Republican committee is organizing a major event at Tomlinson Hall for the night in October. Planned speakers include James H. Sherman from New York, Edward B. Vreeland, and former Pennsylvania congressman Alexander McDowell now clerk of the House. The gathering aims to boost party momentum with prominent national figures.
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Beveridge to Kick Off Campaign Speaking Tour
Senator Albert J. Beveridge will address a Republican convention in Grand Rapids Michigan tonight. He spoke in Evansville last night and will travel via Chicago to Huntington tomorrow to deliver an address at Greeneans.
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South Side Republican Club Prep for Big Evening
A South Side Republican Club event at South and East streets hosts Addison C. Harris with Daniel E. Storms and Mayor Bookwalter. The gathering aims to boost South Side wards with plans for refreshments after the speech and a rousing turnout tomorrow night.
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Democratic Labor Representation Faces City Ring Tactics
In Indianapolis in Saturday's convention the Democratic machine again shows its stance toward labor. Edgar A. Perkins praised as skilled, while the ring backs Dunn who writes editorials to fit any side. The piece argues labor should elect a union man despite ring control, noting Indianapolis as a key sleeper for reform in the Eighth district.
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Rumor of Korean Emperor Yi Hseung Dead Reaches Paris
Paris dispatch cites Figaro report Seoul says Emperor Yi Hseung may be dead amid cholera rumors. AP dispatch notes coronation anniversary postponed due to cholera and alleged funds shortage. Yi Hseung ascended throne 1864 and became emperor in 1897 with prior poisoning rumors in 1898 involving a palace woman.
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Outrage on Old Glory at Ciudad Bolivar
A German merchant testified from Port of Spain that the Venezuelan gunboat Restaurado, while approaching Ciudad Bolivar to bomb the city, hoisted the American flag to avoid suspicion and opened fire, causing casualties and damage. US Minister Bowen said Venezuela apologized and saluted the flag, with the matter pending in Washington.
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Horror near Moscow ends in deadly barn fire
A wedding celebration at a Verba barn near Moscow erupted into a fatal blaze when a cigarette starter sparked a panic. Women and children were trampled as the fire spread, resulting in over 100 victims who suffocated or burned to death with many others seriously injured.
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Freer Says Pain Lifts After Indianapolis Visit
Freer reports improved condition after leaving Indianapolis and spent yesterday in good spirits. He chatted about his health and plans, noting a spring trip to the Northwest and a likely extension to the coast.
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Will
President Roosevelt Returns to Washington After Indy Trip
President Roosevelt arrives in Washington aboard the Pennsylvania Railroad after abandoning his Northwestern tour due to a leg abscess from a trolley accident in Pittsfield. He travels in a wheelchair, rests in the new White House room, and shows good spirits and improving health as doctors monitor a bandaged leg.
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