25 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1902
Page
1
The goal strike in New York leads to a surge in rents and causes discomfort for hotels. Officials note reduced tourism and business travel as establishments face higher operating costs and space shortages. The report highlights broader economic strain and public concern.
A New York retail coal exchange member warns prices may rise to 12 dollars a ton within ten days and to 15 dollars within two months amid scarce supplies. He cites less than 20 000 tons in the city, ongoing strikes, and plans for an official price rise to 12 dollars by the exchange. Landlords face higher costs and possible rent increases as coal costs climb and some heating uses shift to cheaper fuels. In Hazelton Pennsylvania a Lehigh Valley special policeman was assaulted and stabbed while trying to assist during the same period.
A mob of about 3,000 strikers gathered on the Hazelton outskirts to impede a partial resumption at the company colliery where son William Sithench, a non union worker, towed the line of strife. The attempt, though violent, succeeded in stopping the restart plans.
President Roosevelt spent an undisturbed night at Senator Lodge's Nahant residence and rose refreshed as his New England trip continued. A large crowd gathered hoping for a glimpse, but he stayed with Lodge all forenoon and saw no visitors. In Peoria he accepted an invitation to the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen biannual session in Chattanooga.
In Salina Kansas Joe Anderson a 32 year old farmer killed his five children aged 6 5 3 and 4 months then shot himself after placing the children in a cistern. The mother found him alive and learned the deaths from a note reading The children are in the cistern. Authorities cite temporary insanity from business troubles. Anderson had no prior signs of madness.
On August 25 in New York the Mexican dollar and copper prices were quoted. The 4 percent silver rate stood at 522 gold coins and copper at 11.50 with a 115 premium.
Samuel Seeley, once a bank defaulter and tool of Frederick Baker, emerges from prison to Brooklyn with a fortune exceeding 1.9 million dollars. After an eight year sentence and a later mining career in the West, Seeley’s wealth and alleged activities stir astonishment among old acquaintances.
Grand Duke Boris of Russia dined with American chorus girls after attending the Wizard of Oz show. He stayed in bed until 3 p.m. Sunday while a ducal party planned a midnight supper for blondes, prompting a backstage invite scramble for brunettes. Supper antics included wine served from crystal and slippers used as cups, causing some girls to leave in stocking feet.
Governor Brodie appointed William M. Griffith of Tucson as superintendent of the Territorial prison at Yuma. Griffith is expected to assume duty on September 1. The Citizen had reported the move before the oath, and the governor may also announce a new board of regents for the University with one Phoenix Republican among the members.
London remarks on Roosevelt's trust policy draw cautious praise from the Evening Standard which deems his stance temperate and logical. The paper approves the idea of government supervision of capitalist rings but questions how it could be implemented in practice.
In Sacramento on August 25 the Republican State convention opened with Metcalf and Neff camps contesting the chair. Neff backers caucused at noon with 228 delegates pledged and two more promising support raising his total to 428, or 13 above a majority. Metcalf supporters expect 431 votes when the roll is called. The gathering meets in a new octagonal canvas hall seating over 2,000.
Chicago August lecture by Dr E Benjamin Andrews of the University of Nebraska urges parents to avoid instilling fear of God and doctrinal doctrines in children. He promotes ethics and Bible stories read for interest while condemning birth control views as a social evil.
About 200 passengers on a Colorado Midland train faced a dangerous race with a cloudburst as it ran from Divide toward Woodland Park. Three inches of hail fell at Woodland Park, flooding gullies and washing dirt onto tracks. Temporary cribbing supported rails near the crossing, and trains were halted ahead of the weak spots to prevent disaster.
In Maricopa County the Democratic primary leaves Shannon and Wilson without a pledged majority for the county convention. Each side claims strength, with Wilson carrying three Phoenix wards and Shannon one, while unpledged delegates may control the Tempe convention and balance power. The county convention meets Wednesday.
The shah bid farewell to England after a week of pleasure and travels to Paris for ten days in secrecy. London marked his departure with official gatherings and a military display as the special steamer carrying him departed Dover under a royal salute with two British cruisers in attendance.
The First National Bank of Aberdeen South Dakota was robbed of 8800 dollars in silver Sunday night. The thieves entered the basement then moved upstairs cutting a hole through the vault side steel. The silver was stored in sacks inside the vault outside the safe. No gang members were found.
An enterprising West Virginian denied a saloon license builds a town of his own, establishing a self contained community with storefronts and residents. The project reflects frontier entrepreneurship and local regulatory hurdles.
C D Gillespie of Hendricks West Virginia built Brooklyn Heights across the Cheat River after being denied a liquor license. He incorporated a new town, elected a mayor, opened a saloon, and began selling drinks to locals. He owns land, rents, and plans a cable bridge, aiming to control taxes and penalties while facing possible legislative action to merge with Hendricks.
Aug 25 G A R headquarters notes a suspicion that President Roosevelt and Secretary Root blocked Lieutenant General Nelson A Miles from being chosen Grand Marshal for the October veterans encampment parade. General Blakewell is later named grand marshal while Miles is assigned to preside over the camp fire at Convention Hall. Citizens seek presidential order allowing all veterans in government service to attend without pay loss.
Syracuse reporter recounts John Dunfee the millionaire contractor purchasing a half interest in the Pike block for 250000. He recalls a childhood threat to own the block and fire the janitor who once doused him with water, noting the janitor is no longer employed there.
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