Testimony paints grim view of miner strike hardship
In Scranton a miner strike hearing hears child labor and mine debt woes. Father Curran says troops not warranted. Andrew Chipple describes years of work with no pay and company store deductions. James Gallagher testifies of seventeen years at Markle company, earning only fifty dollars with rest taken for rent. The family eviction followed during the strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Curran
Andrew Chipple
Jas. Gallagher
Markle Company
Russian police arrest young men in plot at Livadia
Several young men were arrested at Livadia for alleged complicity in a plot to assassinate the czar. The report from St. Petersburg notes police action by Russian authorities in response to the plotting incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae
St. Petersburg
Livadia
Reed Shows Improvement Amid Night Nursing
Reed passed the night without alarming symptoms though he failed to retain nourishment. His physician was at the bedside. It was reported this afternoon that Reed was much improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Reed
House Passes Pension Appropriation Bill
In Washington on December 6 the pension appropriation bill was reported passed. The measure carries a total of $139,842,238 to fund veterans and related pension programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HOUSE
Scripps-McRae
Washington
Cholera Fatal in the Philippines
A Manila report dated October 27 cites 99,996 cholera cases in the Philippines with 65,254 deaths to that date. The figures reflect a severe outbreak reported by Scripps-McRae in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae
Washington
Manila
Philippines
Steamer Saxon Burned At Wharf Injures Sailors
The steamer Saxon burned at the Philadelphia wharf this morning. The watchman and five sailors were overcome by smoke. Two firemen were injured. Loss is estimated at $100,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae
Philadelphia
Shah of Persia Cuts Harem From 1100 to Sixty
The Tageblatt reports the Persian shah has reduced his harem from 1,100 to 60, sparking strong opposition. The shah is said to be embracing western revolutionary ideas after European travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae
Vienna
The
Tageblatt
Persia
Marguerites Coast Elect New Officers
St Margaret's Court at No 1 W C C F elected officers at the last regular meeting M E Quinn as R M E Downing as V C R T DeMiller as R S M B DeMiller as F S Mamie Ryan as Treasurer M E Clyne as Chaplain Rev O'Brien as M E Dr J A Clyne appointed officers listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Margaret's Court
R—M
Gerhart Piano Co Opening Display Invitations
The Gerhart Piano Co will be ready for their opening display of pianos on or about December 15. A large purchase of high grade pianos enables a display never equaled in Joliet history. Call and inspect at Parlors 119 North Ottawa Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerhart Piano Co
Joliet
Ottawa Street
Thomas Burke Injured by Lockport Car Collision
Thomas Burke, son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Burke of 1005 Herkimer street, was struck by a southbound Lockport car near Collins and Liberty streets. He suffered a severe head wound and slight brain concussion but is expected to recover after treatment at a drug store and home. The accident occurred about 5 50 with Motorman Ned Allen and Conductor Jos Allot in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Burke
Patrick ‘Burke
Herkimer Street
Lockport
Collins and
Liberty Streets
Kennelly
Rulien
Ned Allen
Jos. Allot
Young Burke
Burke
Allen
Collins Street
TNTON CLUB ENTERTAINS WITH PROGRESSIVE EUCHRE
The Union club hosted a progressive euchre night with eighteen tables in play and seventeen matches completed. Prizes awarded included two firsts and two seconds with Mrs Louis D Wallace and Mrs A Mack leading the ladies and Messrs Wm White and J C Flowers taking top gentleman prizes. Whist bouts resume next week and plans to send teams to Aurora mid January. Ottawa Boat club activity remains limited and a possible contest is uncertain. Ladies teams meet next Wednesday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Club
Louis D. Wallace
A. Mack
Messrs. Wm. White
J. C. Flowers
Aurora
Ottawa Boat Club
Grace Lasloche Entertains Friends at Collins Street Home
Grace Lasloche hosted a gathering at her Anderson flats residence on Collins street. The event featured music and games with refreshments at 11 o clock, attended by Misses Carrie Brehm Agnes Reilly Nellie Stewart Marie Samuelson Lillie Vibelius Blanche Carey Leah Dugan Stella Hughes Theresa Corcoran Viola Russell Isabelle Kelly Irene Gleason Loretta McQuaid Helen Smith and Masters John Lewis Otis Morgan LeRoy LeCloche Ambrose Gorman Alfred Arthurs Charles Thomas William Ryan Willie Dugan Edward Deignan Siegfried Vibelius James Cutter Cyrus Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Brehm
Agnes Reilly
Nellie Stewart
Marie Samuelson
Lillie Vibelius
Blanche Carey
Leah Dugan
Stella Hughes
Theresa Corcoran
Viola Russell
Isabelle Kelly
Irene Gleason
Loretta McQuaid
Helen Smith
Masters John Lewis
Otis Morgan
LeRoy LeCloche
Ambrose Gorman
Alfred Arthurs
Charles Thomas William Ryan
Willie Dugan
Edward Deignan
Siegfried Vibelius
James Cutter
Cyrus Spencer
Emma E. Strohm Announces Annual Art Exhibit
Mrs Emma E Strohm announces her annual art exhibit for December 8 9 and 10 at her studio 722 South Richards street All persons interested in work of this class are cordially invited to attend No cards have been issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma E. Strohm
South Richards Street
Notable Chicago Residents Named in Unfinished Notice
Thomas H. Brennan aged 21 and Elizabeth R. Kearney aged 19 both of Chicago are listed with incomplete details. Jesse L. Quisenberry aged 31 and Minnie L. Blackwell aged 24 also appear, but their locations end abruptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H. Brennan
Elizabeth R. Kearney
Jesse L. Quisenberry
Minnie L. Blackwell
Chicago
Verdi Opera Il Trovatore Pleases Joliet Audiences
An amateur Joliet cast trained by Signor L C Barabini staged Il Trovatore last evening. George Carrie and Kennard Barradell led the solo roles with strong supporting work from Miss Harriet L Warner and Miss Carrie Beck. The chorus and orchestra earned praise for professional level training and execution amid a warmly appreciative crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Signor L. C. Barabini
Christchurch
Chicago
McWade
Stanley Felch
Dr. Barnes
Lottie Cruickshank
Joliet
George Carrie
St. Louis
Kennard Barradell
Carrie Beck
Lockport
Azucena
Leonora
Miss Agnew
Inez
Harriet L. Warner
Richards Street
M. FE
Ferrando
Rus Coplantz
Ruiz
E. J. van Fleet
C. M. Hayward, Jr
C. A. Dodds
Sacred Elks Session Set for Joliet Theater Tomorrow
Joliet lodge No. 295 BPO Elks prepares a sacred session at the Joliet theater with addresses music and memorial rites for deceased members. Members meet at 1 45 pm for ritual instruction prior to marching to the theater. Public invited to memorial services with souvenir programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joliet
B. P. O. Elks
Joliet Theater
Friends of Order
Seseeseees Steres H. G. Ar
Wm. C. Crolius
Treharne
L. M. Rubens
J. F. Moore
Lockport
E. G
Purkhiser
Macheroni Orchestra
Ode—Air
Lodge
Schucker
E. Puddicombe
May Waddell
S. Green
C. H. Talcott
Salmon
Gaut
E. C. Puddicombe
Green
A. Talcott
Bro. Thos
F. Donavan
Regel
H. G. Thayercello
Frank Zernal
Permissive Grant for Monee Bank Receives State Ruling
State Auditor McCullough approves Eastern Will County State Bank to be located in Monee with capital stock of 25000 in 250 shares for fifty years. Petitioners include George Miller Fred C Deutsche John Kol stedt John Sonneborn and Henry Schlun. other interested parties include Edo Freese George Sonneborn and Albert Seckel. Local farmers such as Louis Siefker Fred Magel and Henry Hohman slated to join as stockholders. a new stone building will be erected and operations begin shortly after January 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCullough
Will County State Bank
Monee
George 8. Miller
Fred C. Deutsche
John Kolstedt
John B. Sonneborn
Henry J. Schlun
Edo R. Freese
H. P. Leseberg
George Sonneborn
Albert Seckel
Chicago
Louis Siefker
Fred Magel
Henry Woeltje
Henry Hohman
E. Schubbe
John Zirzow
Robert Norman
Ed. Gorman
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Rapid Relief
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by a claimed cure. The ad boasts instant relief from bladder, kidney, and back pain for both genders and immediate relief of water retention. Sold by J. D. Brown druggists in Joliet. Includes a separate note about tailoring services by Will D. Burke and a quip on constitutional amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Brown
Joliet
Power Plans For Joliet Wilming ton Mills
Report outlines Westinghouse and Joliet mill backing a Wilmington power development to supply at least 7000 horsepower. Plans call for transmission to Joliet and Des Plaines, with estimated cost not less than 500000 and completion within the next year amid negotiations with steel and light companies and local banks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nois Steel
Westinghouse
Cage
John Mitchell
the and Savings Bank
The
Light and Power Company
Insull
Company
Steel Company
Jackson
Allen
Jackson Street
Joliet
Edison
Aso Plaines Valley
Chinery
Stratton
Wilmington
Felton
Alton
Fgl
Special bill of fare for Sunday lunchroom patrons
Special bill of fare offered with regular patrons in the lunchroom. Pancakes for breakfast and money saving prices highlighted to attract diners. Read as a promotional notice emphasizing affordable options and availability.
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New York
Puta
Corbin
Barrett Hardware Co
Chicago Street
J A. Doolittle
J. A. Doolittle & Co
van Buren Street
Fiz
Rei
Czar
Saxon
T. Marguerite's Coast
Nature
Crusher
Lemont
Tnton Club
Gracce Lasloche
Grace LaCloche
Anderson Flats
Verdi
Signor Barabini
Messrs
Morgan Wall
Clarence Tibble
As. Hayward
A. Dodds
E. J. VanFleet
R. Morrison, Jr
Erwin Carrier
Mesdames
C. A. VanFleet
Cora F. Simpson Washburn
Thomas Hardy
Afinano
Alinoco
Charlotte Lyford
Estella H. Walz
Christine Blood
Evalyn Cary
Edna Clayes
Estelle McBride
Bessie Kirk
Stella Rau
Hulda Johnson
Lulu M. Crook
Roy Davidson
Walter Pomeroy
H.R. Putland Co
A. VanFleet
R. Morrison, Sr
I. A. Hinger
E. A. Carey, Jr
Benedict
E. J. VanFleet, W. S. Wilber
H. D. Stayman
L. C. Barabini
Sydnie Smith
Laura Shaw
Cecile Vance Mable A. Page
Mae Clayes
Selma Nelson
Kittie Kirk
Effie Brehm
Anna Prouty
Charlotte James
Wade Eversoll
Manrico
Geo
Arrie Count
Pearl Hardy
Phillips Baldwin
Louise Morrison
Virgi Man
Elizabeth Hall
Fuller Munroe
Master Pomeroy
Hazel Hassig
Viola Hodgdon
Rose Connors
Kathryn Hall
Naoma van Fleet, Henry Baldwin, Tut ET
ELKS
Monee Bank
Will D. Burke
Wilmingto
Alton Railroad
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