Radicalism wanes in steel centers in 1919
New Castle Pennsylvania reports a shift from radical agitation to Americanized, conservative workaday life as Bethlehem Steel and other mills resume operation. Workers, many foreign born, own stock in the steel firms, and public sentiment supports stability. Strike efforts falter while local officials, bankers, and businessmen emphasize thrift and orderly conduct amid nationwide labor disputes.
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New Castle
Paterson
N. J
America
Ted
New Castile
Patterson
Carnegie Mills
Bethlehem
C. Grace
Bethlehem Steel Company
Charles M. Schwab
Willliam Z. Foster
Athksers’ National Committee
Troops quell Omaha riot with mayor in hospital
Omaha reports 800 troops from Forts Omaha and Crook and Camp Dodge Iowa on riot duty after a race riot that killed two and injured many. Mayor E P Smith wounded, a lynching attempt foiled, city court house damaged, and police resignations follow as Gen Wood and Col Morris coordinate troops and safety measures. Congressional inquiry looms as federal aid arrives.
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Omaha
Nebr
Crook
Camp Dodge
Iowa
E. P. Smith
Central Police Station
J. ©. Morris
Twentieth Infantry
Morris
Leonard A. Wood
Central Department of the Army
A. V. Shotwell
Jack W. S. Wuest
Fort Omaha
Meyer Smith
Smith
State Penitentiary
Lincoln
Ford Hospital
Land
Prince of Wales Leaves Pacific Coast for East Journey
The Prince of Wales departed Vancouver Island after eight days there, heading to New Westminster BC to open a fair. He was greeted along the route by residents of South Vancouver Burnaby and nearby towns during the drive. Details of November US visit plans await Viscount Grey’s arrival in Canada. departure from Washington to Ottawa set for November 10.
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Vancouver
British Columbia
Prince of Wales
Vancouver Island
Pacific
New Westminster
South Vancouver
Burnaby
Victoria
United States
Canada
Viscount Grey
Washington
Ottawa
Transport Union Sees Delays As Food Supply Secured
London Sept 29 The transport Workers Federation postponed a general strike vote because delegates could not reach London due to a railway stoppage. Government said food distribution runs smoothly with 106 trains in operation and many volunteers aiding. Officials stressed the strike is controlled, with most railmen returning to work and volunteers expanding service while milk and food are being delivered by motor convoys. Public sentiment remained pro-government as unions consider wider action.
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Jones and Laughlin Company
Pittsburgh
Foster
Carnegie Steel Company
United States Steel Corporation
Chicago
Weirton Steel Company
Clarksburg
W. Va
West Virginia
Ohio
Weirton Mill
Steubenville
New York
Bethlehem Steel Company
E. G Grace
Grace
William Z. Foster
National Committee For Organizing Iron and Steel Workers
Bethlehem Company
American Steel and Wire Company
National Headquarters
Bethlehem Steel
Bethlehem
Charles M. Schwab
Jones & Laughlin Company
Carnegie Company
Baltimore
National Organizing Committee
Bethlehem Steel Corporation
Sparrows Point
W. F. Roberts
Jin Plate
Roberta
Bethlehem Shipbuilding Company
Sperrows Point
Transport Union
London
Associated Press
Transport | Workers’ Federation
Downing Street
Exchange Telegraph
Plymouth
Brighton
Wide treaty debate stalls amid renewed attacks on Americanism
In a Senate session dominated by Hos speechmaking, Borah and Williams sparred over American ideals, race, and law as Fall amendments to the peace treaty drew no votes this week. Vice President Marshall warned proceedings were degenerating into a chorus while Hitchcock signaled no rush to present further matters to the President.
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Borah
Williams
Marshall
Americaniam
Lowell
Daniels
Senate
Omahs
Nehru
Persia
Idaho
Mississippi
Lesat
Seater Hitchcock
Nebraska
Ite
White House
Far West
Hitchcock All Alang
Knox
United States
Merines
Delmatian
Washington
Europa
Wilson Vacation Aid For Health Amid Treaty Fight
President Wilson begins prescribed rest for nervous exhaustion while doctors urge avoidance of work and Senate ratification talks. Royal Belgian visit postponed as King Albert and Queen Elizabeth tour the country. Jefferson Levy offers Monticello as a health retreat. bandits rob Standard Oil offices in Toledo of 5000 to 10000 dollars.
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Belgium
Levy
Monticello
Wilson
Cary T. Grayson
Grayson
Thorogsh
Degptic
Senate
White House
Albert
Queen Elizabeth
Quen
Jefferson Levy
New York
Wilson Monticello
Thomas Jefferson
Charlottesville
Nol
Renaissance of Americanism Speech by Senator Borah
Senator Borah condemned what he called lawlessness and disloyalty in American institutions. He attacked Judge Gary and union leaders as seditious and urged a revival of old national spirit to restore sovereignty and order.
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Borah
World Series Play By Play On Post’s Electric Score Board
The World Series will feature Chicago versus Cincinnati with play by play shown on the big electric score board in front of The Post building. A special wire from the ball held to the play by tailing will flash the action. The first game is scheduled to be played Cincinnati at 8 PM.
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Chicago
Illinois Steel Company
Notedy
Gary
Ind
Hodges
Sparrows Point
Post
Cincinnati
U S Navy in Dalmatia Stir Over Interference Claim
Senators grilled the landing of American marines on the Dalmatian coast amid fears of entangling action with Italy. Knox demanded details while Hitchcock blocked immediate inquiry, as Rome pressed for withdrawal and warned ships will fire on intervening nations.
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Albert W. Fox
Washington
Daleeatta
League of Nations
Hitchcock
Knox
Atate
Newa
Rome
Runzio
Dante Angheri
Fiume
Italy
Tran
U. 5
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George Rothwell Brown
Washington Pout Co
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Europe
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Homi
Stead
Braddick
Huguesas
Clairston
Farrell
Strikere’ National
Mechanica
Breckenridge
Monessen
Donora
Braddock
Sharon
Farrel
Homestead
Jones and Laughlin
Shoenberger
Youngstown
Mahoning Valley
Ohio Works
Loyes
Althi
Thair Ne Ofort
Tre- Sella
Rediciaiiam
American Federation of Labor
New Chade
Exigtic
Sreel
Wood
Brown
The
Assciated Press
Leonard Wdbe
Central Department
Baker
Nebra
Gene. Wood
Curtis
Kansas
Senate Judiciary Committee
Secretary
Labor Post
Theq
National Association For Advancement of Colored People
Prince
Pacific Coast
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Isme
Capitol
Senator Borsh
Lawlness
Heri
Race Hote
Wiliams
Harvard
Har‘yards
Brewster Poindexter
Dr. Lowell
Teres Well
Born
Toledo
Standard Oil Company
U. S
Lodge
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Fleet
Supreme
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Andrews
Council
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