Riot and Troops Quell Pittsburgh Steel Plant Riot
Amid riots in Braddock and nearby boroughs two people died and about thirty were wounded with several expected to die. Governor Brome Baugh dispatched the First Pennsylvania Cavalry and other troops to restore order as workers clashed with rioters at Westinghouse, Edgar Thompson, and other plants. Police and deputies faced hostile crowds, with guards opening fire only in limited cases. protests spread from Braddock to Sage Provora, Pittsb,urg.
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Pinsbure
Wilkinsbore
Braidock
Ferterdal
Pittsburg
Ricnarda
Brome Baugh
Dabor
Bae
Te Braddock
Warrauia Tamu
Goroner
Anda Bell
Iemiang
Prigonert
Cheare
Brad
Sock
Renkin
Edgar Thompwel
Dewil
Depaties | Sud
Pepuules
Westinghouse
Witmerdiog
Tietwunte
Bena Pittsburg
BradQack
Bragcuck
Ivor
Dunkirk Moulders and Helpers Back at Work
Dunkirk moulders and helpers return to work after a strike settlement. The Industrial Committee reported the offer of services was accepted by the organization, ending the labor disruption.
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Dunkirk
Ned Blakes
Baen
Coumerce
Sersiets
Officer Sam Thompson Tendering Resignation in Warren
Warren Pa May 4 1978 an officer named Sam Thompson resigns from the Warren police department after five years service. The report notes his intent to leave effective Monday and cites rumors about the move while confirming no conflict with the police department. The piece mentions his plan to retire from the force and public reaction.
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Po- Veo
Reson
Slcgr Samat
Theenpson
Taompeon
Conewansa
Ferth
Te Burges Kiapb and Cie
Polles Hong
Warren
Cas ‘Ll
Pemn
Stemen
War- Teey
Theralle
Proposed 39 Make Extensive Grange In 100f Room
Proposal to expand a Grange hall in Hickory Forest to include a larger social area. Members discuss adding partitions, a reading room, and a formal space to host gatherings. The project aims to convert a second floor apartment for public use and club events after previous relocation of the Warreq National Bank building.
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Ledge Sea
Hickory Forest
Hickety Street
Rome
Tong
Visiting Nurse Association Incorporation Decision
An assembly of the Visiting Nurse Association discussed incorporation at a regular meeting. The group considered charter options and potential benefits, with members weighing governance, funding, and community roles as the plan moves forward.
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Visiting Nurse Association
Irish Rebel President Ives Before Firing Squad
In London during May a report surfaced naming Joniva Connolly as commander and outlining the ruling figure behind the saga. The narrative, though garbled, indicates a rebel leadership involved in decisions linked to Dublin and a fatal outcome announced in Parliament.
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Ives
London
Imler
Joniva Connolly
Ommander
Ehtel
Wiile
Auolbste
Dublin
National Guard Ordered Out Mobilizes At Once
National Guard units and infantry are mobilized under Brigadier General A J Logan. Troops from Harrisburg and Tyrone areas train at Allegheny county and await governor orders as tension rises and militia moves toward readiness.
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A.J. Logan
Harddbueg
Wiebe
National Goned
Harrisburg
Piiadure Bunbury
Biluioweir
Mas
Aautsne
Biownet
Atutroey
Brown
Eitoo
Prinoargs
Bivlsbieg
Sumeraet
Nolthernburg
Mont Plewaun
Greenchuke
Gasoline prices lift earnings for Stanbare OK Co
The New York report shows Stanbare OK Co benefits from high gasoline costs with total net earnings reaching 315,761,622 and a year over year gain of 840,244. The company reports a surplus of 2,781,623 for the year, aided by higher petroleum product turnover and related financials, while stock actions and prior year dividends shaped their fiscal position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanbare OK CO
New York
Gasoline Sud Timber Petroleum Products
Stangard
Feimyange
Oki
Moore
Miners Walk Out Near Pottsville Amid Eight Hour Struggle
Sixty thousand miners near Pottsville stage a walkout over the eight hour day. Reports indicate widespread stoppages across coal towns with studios and collieries affected. Workers refuse to operate until wage and shift terms are settled, impacting production at multiple mines and associated facilities.
Crowd enjoys lively baseball carnival night in Warren
A bustling crowd filled the hall for a bass carnival and street event in Warren. Fans eagerly supported the dancing tour and the evening featured a large turnout, with patrons paying and participating as local players prepared to represent Warren on the baseball field this season.
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Waltine
Leame
Attair
Davis
Jeokouia
Warren
Hammond Mex Issue Statement Accepting Concessions
A garbled report shows Hammond Mex workers and employers near a concession agreement. Promises of ten days work and specific terms are mentioned with committees of five seeking favorable terms. The text notes employee rejection of some terms and acceptance of the company's proposal with changes to work days.
Bacons Victory Over Bard Of Avon Proves Short Lived
The Chei Court heard a tense session over a case described as affecting the beauty and stature of the court. Judge MeedeciekP Smith noted apparent confusion among parties and instructed the room to remain orderly as the matter proceeded.
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Bacons
Bard OF Avon
Tatgay
Ermentay
Americans Remain in Mexico Amid War Talks
Washington May 3 1914 Secretary of War Baker and Secretary of State Lanning review General Scotts report on a proposed agreement with Obregon regarding American expeditionary forces in Mexico. The plan ties to rail and base provisioning and awaits formal ratification. Obregon’s return of accurate intelligence about Villa’s position is noted as a key factor. Colonel Howse’s hurried visit to Washington is also described as part of the evolving situation.
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Washington
Prewiant Wilson
Baker
Lanting
General Scott
Mexico
Tiig
Obregon
Maxica
Vstia
Slatin
White House
Mayburg Woodsmen Strike For Better Conditions
Mayburg woodworkers protest for higher wages and safer working conditions amid alleged abuses. Workers claim pay below a fair daily rate and poor board, with some quitting as tensions rise. Local townspeople report unrest and possible travel to Pine Valley for future labor action.
General Increases of Lake Erie Traction Co Rejected
Lake Erie Traction Co faced rejection of general wage increases for 100 workers amid a dispute over pay rises. A new proposal from General Manager A. R. Ciyers at the Blue Company sought to secure the end-alien terms, but the decision prompted agents and officials to reassess the situation on the 19th.
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Lake Erie Traction CO
Lake Erie
A. R. Ciyers
Bfue
Compan
Segurt
Ziew
Fon
Election of Y M C A Directors Held Yesterday
San iaig. The Y M C A elects a new board for the coming term. Names listed include EH Amel Cod Ammon We F Beaneit FH Remain CW Tee janun and others. The old board meets next December evening to finalize general and statistical reports.
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Ation San Iaig
Ammon
Remain
Brew
B. Ton
G. Gregore
Te J. Marton
Geo. P
Henry
Geo
Mil Hosking
E.R. Dama
Associacion
Rotleasmd
Will Close Tomorry Markets For Inaugente Time
A garbled note states markets and grocery stores will close at noon for an inauguration period. It mentions early closures and timing but provides no clear names or locations.
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Tomorry
Wrete
Meir
Groce
Nood
Library Dedication Address to Be Delivered by Dr Taylor
The article reports that Dr. Taylor will deliver the dedication address at the opening of the new library in Watron. W H F Jones, secretary of the Library Board, confirms a June dedication with a reception and speeches planned by notable figures including Rev Ali Taylor and Hon WL Hineuley. The committee expects a formal ceremony and pledges full attention to finalize arrangements.
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W. HF
Jones
Bosra
Yeterday
Ali. Taylor
Watron
Tima
Taylor
Bruck
Wal-l
Janea Kor
Tau Bulidian
Ordinance to halt street vehicle storage passed for third reading
A proposed ordinance targets storage of vehicles on public streets, especially at the "smith storage yards" near Marks sites. It aims to clear wagons and prevent roadside piling by imposing street storage restrictions, with a May 15 meeting and subsequent council action to enforce the order.
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Rindearing
Istredia
Collette
Bormagh Bas
Coupell
Goes
Wien
Sabet Etteyt
Ise
Civbers
Kwsgees
Fourth Ward Citizen Proposes Name Change of Section
Local resident Wiel Suleada urges a public review of renaming the Fourth Ward section amid debates on governance and street naming. He notes past actions by the council and questions the impact of proposed changes on the community and neighboring West Side areas.
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Fourth Ward
Wiel Suleada
Fourta Ad
Conensaga
Conewatge
Froru
Weston
Sean
Menownt
Mmr
Walt Auslust
Iescelsi E Armament
Fifty Men Named for County Good Roads Committee
A large party assembled for the Good Roads Committee meeting at Warren County Chamber offices. Peter Aaronson chaired the session, with statements praising prior work and urging stronger effort to improve roads. Secretary H.W. Haseltine reported May expenditures while several Supervisors and local officials pledged continued support for the campaign.
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Goldrat
Chamber of Cawmarne
Phe
Amour
Borourka de Hutant
Ite
AR Ork
Bondrea
Ingervisnrs
Synehson
Aero
Peter Horensom
Runeresnn’ Oiittes
Amd
Sttergrard
Parameoree
Warren County
Sax Burrisuré Association
H.W. Haseltine
Chamber of Céuneres
Suncom
Siac
Tims
Sorenson
Tunis
Ile Sa
Bath Highway
Jenn Biggine
Igcray
Masons in New York Grand Lodge Meeting Prep for Detente
Reported at New York Grand Lodge session, delegates from 507 lodges discussed reforms and training for preparedness. Mentioned were Grand Master Goose Feevfeld of Argentina and Deputy Grand Master Termer, with notes on finances and future joint actions for the craft.
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Masons
New York
Grand Lodge
Arsinss Srtisau
Cnowmmbershin
Bierce
Anni
GsPam
Mate Patecen
Araiecee
Sivand Hhosas Peaneye
Burales
Tonge Wise Termer
Seraace
Arinot
Bid Lodge
Penasvivie
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National Guard
Fightsenth
Pitts
Apburg
Pauls Frou
Pottsville
Poway
Trinxeter
Ncosreett
Hammond Mex
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Concessiins Mabe
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Las Menliberes
Ukaeal
Ieee God Mer
Hammond
Tuthill
the Weather Report
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Forday
Scott
Obregor
HS. Whel
Watil Villa
Mayburg
Thera
Limber Co
Travious
Shafield
Anepare
Tuba Thornton
Crow
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Viaylor
Dinance
West End
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