26 Jul 1894
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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1894
Page
1
A R U branches in Oakland and San Francisco pledge no defections and plan to keep the strike alive. Statements claim unity, deny rank defections, and warn against arbitration as leaders push for labor justice against the Pullman Company.
Tacoma July 2 The council completed its investigation into alleged corruption involving G Hollidge superintendent of the grant and water department. D B DaMorest claimed Hollidge was involved with a pipe theft tied to a previous employer. Counter charges were filed against DaMorest by Counman Cavender. A widening controversy over city public works followed as further accusations emerged. In Oregon, officials of the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company faced potential reductions as 25 percent of staff could be displaced or dropped as pay scales adjust.
The Tacoma topic centers on Squire defending Tacoman residents against alleged intrusion by the interior department and land take plans. He denounces such actions as unjust while praising local people as of higher type and compares them favorably to other communities in the senate debate. The piece frames political conflict over reservation lands and citizenship standing.
According to terms of the traffic arrangement signed between the Northern division and the Great Western Railway Company, no through line into Portland is to be operated. The Oregon Safeway Navigation at Byokune will haul the care for Putten, and there will be no change of cars between Hurian with St. Pat.
A serious arson attack in Birmingham leaves multiple victims including miner and postal worker seriously injured. The incident triggered a doubled fire department response and prompted police to arrest Bronte and others as suspects. Investigators report a blaze at a mining facility and a train depot, with at least two injured, one critical, as authorities pursue leads.
Unrelated press reporter notes indicate Knights of Labor leaders discuss upcoming Monday meeting with General Secretary Hayes outlining aims to unite labor groups in New Jersey. They plan formal arrangements for a general movement and agitation, with support for unity at labor costs and reforms to marching rules.
A government audit in Warrington reviews a post office inspector's work as a missing person case unfolds. Leonard Leygan estate and a local firm are tied to the funds, with $4,000 already identified as misapplied and the reserve set to cover the shortfall as investigators probe the matter.
July dispatch describes Kassala under Italian control amid fighting and Allied aims to push movement toward Africa. Mentions attempts to recruit colonists and emigration plans. Also notes a New York interview advocating an air force program and opposition to Tammany rule while tying leadership to a Republican standard.
The American Railway Union meeting in Oakland unconditionally suspended the strike. A few stragglers may return to work as rail operations resume, while officials warn the company and authorities to avoid violence and ensure orderly transitions.
The Knight of Labor general executive bond schedules a meeting starting Monday to review business and discuss affiliating with the American Federation of Labor and other affiliations. No decisive action expected. the task includes formulating a report from the federation. Ex General Master Powderly may visit, with Debs and associates receiving financial support under discussion. Master Workman T. Martin arrived in the city.
A fragment describes a committee probing alleged activists and apoculation claims. It mentions opposition factions, a friendly intervet, and a common origin among suspects. Witnesses before the committee seek to identify individuals responsible for a supposed agitation scheme.
A contract dispute outlines delays by a sub contractor on a construction site. The Army engineering chief and supervising engineer blame the delivery of rock to the Jatsak project for delays in May and June. The sub contractor reportedly hauled 1000 tons of rock, with costs and quantities contested and penalties discussed.
July 22 at Hoboken Long Island Coxey draws a People’s Party reception and pushes a money reform and universal employment platform. He outlines a good roads plan to hire every worker, argues for national fiscal change, and contrasts gold with other money standards. Browne and Coxey army members move toward New York to join the protest and tour future stops.
July 2 letter from American Bimetallic League leader Warner outlines arguments for restoring bimetallic standards in the United States. He cites ongoing currency depression, calls for free coinage of bullion, and suggests policy reevaluation to restore prosperity ahead of upcoming elections and congressional actions.
A financier from Maine sues in United States district court claiming a complex wine fraud involving a Los Angeles firm and several named individuals. He seeks damages of 4 2000 dollars allegedly misrepresented in a long running legal dispute from 1567 with fraud charges and recoveries sought against multiple parties.
Fragmented OCR describes a plague threat linked to Hong Kong and a marine incident. It mentions officials, sanitary concerns, a court report, and incomplete references to Yokulhoine and a vinyaerial group. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Immerrman wins at the Paris Velodrome after a long sprint. An ovation erupts as Wheeler places second and Louget finishes near the top. A large crowd fills the venue with hundreds of spectators, while a public notice interrupts a handicap race and fans cheer the winner.
A letter from the House Committee on Interstate Commerce chair to the American Sugar Refining Company president questions protectionist measures and sugar taxation. It argues taxes should fund revenue, not private profits, cites $40 million in alleged public funds misused, and recalls calls for policy shifts to curb corporate gain while protecting the public.
Petition by Hy AleNesli reenters of the Oregon Halfway Navigation Company seeks $760000 in relief to rebuild roadbed and pay supplier claims. Circuit judge orders license to apply to mortgage payments and flood repair costs with $250000 allocated for supplier claims.
The governor of California Hod dies at midnight after a steamer capsized near Sterllanat. About 600 persons drowned including Benes and Testa officials. A Standard telegram confirms large corporate interests tied to the voyage. July 2 reports indicate a disaster with extensive loss of life.
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