04 Oct 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1902
Page
1
Washington reports the coal strike talks between operators and union miners ended without an agreement after proposals to arbitrate were rejected. President Roosevelt proposed mediation. Mitchell and other leaders spoke for the miners and operators, with both sides submitting statements and urging action before a new deadline.
A White House coal conference opened at noon with attendees including George Baer of Reading Railway, West Pennsylvania officials, and United Mine Workers leaders. President Roosevelt urged careful consideration of a plan to address mine disputes, while Mr. Baer and Mr. Mitchell expressed views on resuming work and forming a commission to settle the issues.
Workers furnish copies of statements made to the president while insisting on no direct quotes. They describe the conference as thin and discuss ongoing strike tactics and possible city-wide disruption if protections are not offered. They pledge no further concessions beyond what has been proposed and warn of continued action until success.
Washington reports show cabinet members urging no immediate statement from President Roosevelt about yesterday's coal conference. Negotiations reached an impasse as operators refused further discussion, miners pledge continued winter relief, and Mitchel's committee heads to Wilkesbarre for further directions.
Washington reports no call for a special session over the coal strike as of October 4. Officials say the president has exhausted his resources and that Pennsylvania should not handle the matter alone. If needed, federal military and civil powers may intervene, but three radical suggestions have not been seriously considered.
Overrver Jennings logs a chilly day as light rain fell from Friday night into Sunday, with rain measured in hundredths of an inch. The rain began Thursday afternoon and fell steadily for about four hours. Forecasts called for generally fair weather tonight and Sunday with warmer temperatures.
Constantinople October 3 Excited reaction as Grand Duke Nicholas arrived on the Russian ironclad Georgia allowed to pass by Russian insistence. The ship anchored in plain view of the Yildiz Kiosk as censorship noted the word ironclad while Muscat officials saw Russia overriding the Berlin treaty. The sultan granted extraordinary attention, treating the grand duke on equal footing with a sovereign.
The Washburn fem team versus the Clevers from State Normal at Emporis was postponed due to a wet field. Manager Mills will reschedule later this season. Next Saturday Washburn faces Kan kar University at Taw rence, followed by Gerberts at Lindsborg against Hebehany College. Owen, who coached Washburn in 190, now leads Lindsborg with a strong squad. The protest by the Normals against Metl has been withdrawn.
Topeka preacher withdraws from Congressional race after Allied People party nominates him. Sheldon letters Secretary of State Clark declining the nomination, signaling potential ballot changes. Supporters fear loss of votes from Populist base and party pressure to avoid public rejection.
In Harington Kansas on October 1 Walter Keller, aged share, died after a revolver misfired during play. The weapon discharged and the bullet struck him, killing him instantly. Weather reports from Chicago forecast warm spells and variable winds for Kansas through Sunday.
After a session of about an hour and a half the hearing of evidence in the dollar gas case was continued to October 34 one week from Tuesday. Attorneys pursued witness B S Morgan for information about the Excelsior Coke and Gas company. Cross examination revealed Morgan hedging on key details and the special master ruled the city may inspect pages offered by the company. Morgan testified of three rates in effect for gas service and acknowledged costs at the plant not yet counted. The court noted the October Supreme Court sitting may delay further proceedings.
A city case in Kansas involves the United States Bureau of Labor and the state, with a witness saying the second report is missing. He claims a memorandum to the U.S. government went to his attorney, Mrs. Smith, who refused to produce the report without a court order. City attorneys have not requested such an order yet.
Political gossip predicts a new seat at Monday's session as Republicans fear fusionists gain lower house. Justice R A Burch, aged 40, will be the youngest on the supreme bench, four years junior to Justice Pollock.
Fragmented dispatches describe American forces under General Pershing defeating Moroks near Fort Canis. Captain Pershing’s unit damaged forts, captured arch escape attempts, and routed Moroks amid bombardment by Rieenbourke. General Sumner leads reinforcements as peace talks begin with sultanates and UIC.
A washout disrupted Union Pacific service on the latter part of Friday between St Marys and Believe with tracks damaged and trains delayed. Fears of further disruption arose as Rock Island lines faced washouts near Mine and Topeka, while heavy floods affected the Solomon Blue and Republican rivers washing Rock Island tracks and delaying trains. Some lines reported repairs and resumption with most services running behind schedule across Colorado and the Santa Fe system adjusted to reduced speeds due to washouts.
New York received General Booth aboard a steamer from October. he arrived in Philadelphia for quarantine and was greeted warmly. Booth said the tour would last about two months and aimed at consolidating and expanding the army while denying any plan to recruit volunteers or interfere with the Army. A cable from Buenos Aires announced the marriage of Putnam Bradlee Stone and May Yoke, with Emanuel M. Friend acting as counsel.
St Paul dated Oct 4 reports Burlington announces a three hundred reduction on apples from southwestern Missouri to the Twin Cities. The new rate takes effect Monday. The old rate stood at 28 cents.
The Sovereign Kid Glove is advertised as the best glove for $1.00 with fine French skin, superior workmanship, stylish fit, and new fall styles. It features two clasps, back stitching, and mail order delivery to any address for $1.00.
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