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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1902
Page
3
The essay argues against charges that fraternities are hotbeds of vice, asserting secrecy and exclusive selection reflect a pursuit of the best students. It praises their social and literary roles, chapter houses, and alumni loyalty as essential to true college life and community ties.
A speaker argues that capital and labor are not foes but partners in national prosperity. He criticizes strikes and agitators, laments the coal strike, and suggests a pragmatic nine hour day with a wage increase as a path to avoid conflict. He blames foreign agitators for fueling unrest and prolonging the war.
A historic debate over cyclists and horse traffic is eclipsed by drivers of motor cars who argue roads cannot safely test speed. Writers warn roads must evolve toward rail-like tracks to prevent urban chaos, since high speed on ordinary roads becomes untenable.
J Pierpont Morgan through the International Mercantile Marine company plans to purchase 50000 tons of coal in Wales and ship it to New York for distribution to the poor and public institutions. The plan aims to avert distress before cold weather and may reflect strategic support for coal operators amid the strike.
Washington October 6 a three hour White House conference to resolve the coal strike produced no public conclusions but signaled possible action. Participants included President and Cabinet members plus Col Wright with secrecy surrounding the talks. The president aims to push Congress and Pennsylvania to investigate miners grievances while avoiding federal force.
The jury found R. M. Snyder, former Kansas City banker, guilty of bribery in the Central Traction case and fixed his sentence at five years in the penitentiary. The verdict hinged on whether he had been a Missouri or New York resident in the last three years.
Secretary Cortelyou reports the president remains in satisfactory progress toward recovery but requires relief from nonessential duties for the next week or ten days. Physicians advise limiting tasks to only those imperative for him to consider to avoid a possible setback.
Grand Rapids, Mich. Oct. 6. William D. Barringer a cooper was fatally struck by Thomas A. Stewart a barber on South Market street after Barringer allegedly insulted Stewart s wife. Barringer died from the jaw blow Stewart is jailed.
In Chester Illinois on October 6 convicts Reag don and Rose at the penitentiary cut off three fingers to avoid overwork. Keeper R J Watson refused forcing them to stand at the block and then resigned his post.
The Shenango Valley Steel mill in New Castle Pennsylvania closed at midnight due to inability to secure coal for boilers. About 1,000 workers are affected, and the closure comes as a sudden strike to the city’s main industry.
Washington hosts the G A R encampment with Camp Roosevelt dedicated on the White House grounds. Secretary Hay delivers the principal address as thousands attend regatta parade and campfire ceremonies featuring Marine Band music and patriotic displays.
Mr. Mitchell released a statement urging district unions to call mass meetings of all strikers on October 8 in mining towns. He denounced operators claims, urged legal action against violence, and warned workers to stay lawful while emphasizing upcoming victory and public support.
A women’s exhibition in New York raised funds for a Professional Woman’s league club house. Led by two women, organizers opened carriages and sold tickets while forming an Amazonian police squad to maintain order. A notable feature was actresses selling dolls dressed as their stage characters in a mock house.
Gov Stone ordered the entire Pennsylvania National Guard to the anthracite region amid unrest in Luzerne Schuylkill Carbon Lackawanna Susquehanna Northumberland and Columbia counties. A council of war followed and officers said troops would protect workers trains and property and quell violence. Mitchell met Wright in Philadelphia and returned to Wilkes Barre with unclear details.
W. J. Bryan says President Roosevelt should call an extra session of Congress after operators refuse to arbitrate. He proposes five measures including a national arbitration board, abolishing injunctions, ending discrimination against workers, removing coal tariffs, and restricting railroads from mining coal except for fuel for their engines.
Albany Oct 7 Gov Odell ordered the entire Second regiment comprising companies from Troy to Plattsburg on duty to protect the Hudson Valley Railway Co lines during a long running strike that has disrupted service for weeks.
In Schenectady on October 7 a collision between the Continental limited and a freight train at Hoffman's last night resulted in the death of Engineer Olds of the limited.
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