Telegraphers' Brotherhood may strike for higher pay nation wide
The Brotherhood of Telegraphers of the U S and Canada formed in Pittsburg and spreading across the country may strike for increased wages. Operators seek equal pay for equal work for women, and early reports from New York Pittsburg and St Louis say major employers have yielded raising salaries 10 to 15 percent in several lines.
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Canada
Brotherhood of Telegraphers
Pittsburg
Knights of Labor
Legion
New York
St. Louis
P.S. Warren
New York City
American Rapid
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Political maneuvers and personalities dominate the media
The column surveys party maneuvers for Speaker and other offices, noting Randall's bid and opposition to a free trader, a New Hampshire senatorial race with Chandler emerging, and Governor Pattison's vetoes. It also mentions Missouri saloon laws, trade dollars, Gen Crook at Washington, Lorillard's Iroquois stable, and Sheridan’s Yellowstone trip.
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New Hampshire
Rollins
Chandler
Death of Tom Thumb Heralded as Biggest Little Man
An obituary note announces the death of Tom Thumb, described as the biggest little man living. The shallow tribute highlights his fame and stature in local lore.
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Tom Thumb
Republican State Convention at Harrisburg endorses candidates and reforms
The Harrisburg convention elected Livsey for State Treasurer after a tight five-ballot race and Niles for Auditor General. Resolutions backed protective tariffs, surplus distribution, civil reform, and economy. The convention praised Arthur and Garfield, and urged uniform primary scheduling. Livsey and Niles profiled as capable officials. C. C. Thompson named as state committee member.
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J. M. Vanderslice
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Grimeson
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Philadelphia Times
Cameron Abdication Seen in Pennsylvania Republicans
The piece notes the ousting of Senator Cameron from party leadership as the 19th century style grasp loosens. It says Cameron’s control over the party ceased to influence the convention with Gen. Cameron at Bedford and Harry Oliver emerging as heir to active Republican leadership in Pennsylvania.
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Tuesdall and Brumer
ER. W. McPhaill
Francis Bates
N. A. Allen
Warren
The Barefoot Boy and a Changing Youth
Dunkirk Journal laments the loss of barefoot summers for children as modern dress and wealth reshape childhood. The piece recalls Whittier and asks what today’s youth miss about field study, nature, and practical knowledge gained by going barefoot.
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Whittier
Dunkirk Journal
Rights of Bicycle Riders and Political Prophecies
A Washington D C judge fines T D Chapman ten dollars for assault after driving over a man on a bicycle and clarifies bicyclists have carriage rights and equal road protections. Passing rules in opposite directions allow the least obstructive side and rear passers must choose a side with open space. The piece also notes Joe Blackburn predicting Hoadley’s Ohio governorship and other political guesses along with brief trivia on YMCA totals and industry moves.
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T. D. Chapman
Snell
Washington, D. C
Chapman
Dr Bosanko Pile Remedy Promoted By Local Druggist
L G Noyes the local druggist advertises Dr Bosanko's Pile Remedy for 50 cents claiming immediate relief and a sure cure for piles and other skin eruptions including salt rheum and itching. The notice targets readers familiar with such conditions and promises quick results.
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L. G. Noyes
Young Texas telegraph operator touted at ten
A ten year old girl named Hattie Hutchins in Texas is billed as the youngest telegraph operator in the world. The notice notes ballooning claims the public may doubt and lists other curiosities and medical cautions.
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Hattie Hutchins
Texas
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