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| President Theodore Roosevelt. |
Cortland Evening Standard, Thursday, October 2, 1902.
INVITES CONFERENCE.
Coal Presidents and Mr. Mitchell Invited to White House.
APPEAL MADE TO BOTH SIDES.
President Will Endeavor to Arrange a Settlement Without Active Government Interference—President Has No Assurance From Either Side of Controversy.
Washington, Oct. 2.—President Roosevelt will make an effort to bring the anthracite coal mine owners and their striking employees together in the interest of the public good.
The decision was arrived at when lawyers of the cabinet informed the president that there was no way under the constitution and the form of government of the United States for federal intervention to end the strike.
Every phase of the situation was canvassed and the determination to have the mine operators and President Mitchell meet the president was reached when it was found that no other method was open.
At the conclusion of the conference, which was attended by Secretaries Root, Shaw, Moody, Attorney General Knox and Postmaster General Payne at the temporary White House, letters were sent to presidents of coal carrying roads and to Mr. Mitchell inviting them to meet the president on Friday of this week.
At the meeting Friday the line of approach toward the settlement of the strike will be an appeal by President Roosevelt to both sides to come together as men and not to allow false pride or a feeling of obstinacy to stand in the way of the termination of the great strike which is fraught with such threat of misery to thousands of people.
It was stated by one of the president's advisors that beyond this the president cannot go; he has no powers of compulsion to bring into play against either side and he must rely upon his persuasive abilities and his appeals to the sense of humanity if anything tangible is to be accomplished.
The president intends to lay before his hearers the situation as it appears to him with all the prospective horrors that will follow a fuel famine, and will urge them in the interests of humanity to open the mines and supply the demand for coal.
The president has in a sense taken upon himself the burdens of an arbitrator in this great dispute between capital and labor, and though the arbitration is not compulsory and is not even known under the name of arbitration in any of the invitations issued, it is the hope of the president and his advisers that it will be effective. Just how no one can say, though there is the suggestion of a temporary arrangement which will tide over the cold weather. There will be no one present at Friday's meeting at the temporary White House but the principals.
The absence of the cabinet will give the president an opportunity to have a heart-to-heart talk with the operators and Mr. Mitchell, to induce them to talk to each other freely and to reason quietly and soberly, and finally to agree if possible to make concessions on each side which will terminate the strike. And at least if this last object cannot be directly attained it is hoped that the foundations may be laid for an agreement in the near future, perhaps an agreement between the principals to have further meetings and perhaps to refer open issues between them to third parties.
It is stated positively that the president has no assurance from either side which formed the basis of his call for this meeting.
Postoffice Safe Robbed.
Binghamton, Oct. 2.—The postoffice at Hancock, N. Y., was robbed Tuesday night and the burglars secured $1,000 worth of stamps and $200 in cash. The burglars blew open the safe with nitroglycerine, using 15 horse blankets to deaden the report. The discovery was not made until the postmaster opened the office in the morning. There is no clue.
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| George F. Baer. |
WILL ATTEND THE CONFERENCE
But the Presidents Say They Will Not Yield an Inch.
New York, Oct. 2.—The coal presidents, Messrs. Baer, Truesdale, Thomas, Fowler and Olyphant, have decided to answer President Roosevelt's call. They will go to Washington tonight. A bitter pill for them to swallow is the fact that they must meet John Mitchell. Time and again, in interviews, they have said they would not meet Mitchell or an officer of the United Mine Workers to discuss means for ending the strike. Now they have to at the request of the president of the United States.
There was a hurried conference of the coal presidents yesterday when they were reached with the message from the president and then this announcement was made by Mr. Fowler:
"All of those who have been invited by the president to meet him in Washington on Friday will be there."
Talks with the operators developed the fact that they will go to Washington with a firm determination not to yield anything no matter what President Roosevelt says or what threat he may make.
The president of one of the largest roads was asked:
"Will anything that happens at Friday's conference lead to making concessions to the miners?"
"I am not saying anything about the other operators, but I know that nothing can induce this operator (tapping himself on the chest) to alter his position. As far as concessions are concerned, the conference on Friday will make no difference. The situation will be the same."
It was said the suggestion will be made to the president to send federal troops to the coal fields to protect men who are willing to work.
"If this is done there will be no lack of coal," said an operator," as the great majority of the men would be glad to go to work if afforded protection."
J. P. Morgan, had this to say of the president's interference: "I have just heard of this plan and think it an admirable one. I can't say whether it will make any difference in the attitude of the operators. I can tell better when they come back from Washington. But it is an admirable plan. It gives them an opportunity to go before the president and tell their side of the matter."
PAGE FOUR—EDITORIAL.
To End the Coal Strike.
President Roosevelt has sent an invitation to the presidents of all the coal roads who represent the operators and to President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers to meet him at the temporary White House in Washington tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock to talk over the situation and see if some understanding can not be arrived at by which the strike can be ended and the public be supplied with coal. There will be no others present besides the ones mentioned and a heart to heart talk may be expected. The president acknowledges that he has no authority or power to compel anything, but he will appeal to both sides in the name of humanity to discuss the matter frankly with each other and to make such concessions on both sides as they can with honor, and in any case to mine and deliver coal.
President Roosevelt is a very persuasive and resourceful man when he sets out to be and it seems as though some good must result from this conference. It was by just such action as this that Governor Crane of Massachusetts was enabled to settle the freight handlers' strike in Boston a few months ago when it was threatened that every variety of trade was to be tied up.
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| Rev. Anna Howard Shaw. |
THE SUFFRAGE CONFERENCE.
Rev. Anna Shaw and Miss Harriet May Mills Were Present.
The Suffrage conference held in the Universalist church Monday afternoon and evening will long be remembered by those who were present. The afternoon session was opened by singing "Woman's Crusade" from the suffrage leaflet, followed by prayer by Rev. U. S. Milburn. The opening address of welcome to Miss Shaw was given by Mrs. W. T. Linderman, president of the Political Equality club of Cortland, in which she said, "we do not consider you at all in the light of a stranger in a strange land; for your fame has preceded you, and in our homes the name of Anna Shaw is associated with every cause that has for its object the betterment of humanity in this life and the life to come."
Mr. Milburn followed with an enthusiastic address clearly setting forth in his characteristic manner broad and noble views of the question under consideration and most heartily welcomed these ladies to our city.
Miss Addie Northrup of Homer, N. Y., county superintendent of franchise of the W. C. T. U., gave the closing address of welcome in words that beautifully expressed the sentiments of her heart and of those she represented.
Miss Harriet May Mills of Syracuse responded to the addresses of welcome in her original manner which always and everywhere wins the good will of her audience. Miss Mills then assumed the duties as chairman of the conference, introducing Miss Shaw who conducted a question box during the remainder of the afternoon session, which was closed by singing "Give the Ballot to the Mothers."
The evening session opened with a song "New America" from the Suffrage Leaflet and prayer by Mr. Milburn. The ladies' trio consisting of Miss Nettie Stout, Mrs. Bruce I. Norton and Mrs. Anna Bentley sang "Beautiful Flag of Liberty" in a most acceptable manner and was enthusiastically applauded. The desk was draped with "Old Glory" and suffrage flags of blue with yellow stars representing the states which have full suffrage and this greatly inspired the speaker whom Mayor Brown introduced.
The mayor said the committee had informed him that they would consider it a favor if he would introduce the speaker that evening but after meeting Miss Shaw he considered it an honor to be permitted to do so and also to welcome her to Cortland.
The lecture "The Fate of Republics" was listened to by an appreciative audience. It was a broad and analytical discourse. With her wit and pathos and her pointed logic [she] completely captivated her hearers. A more extended report of this has already been published. The trio gave in closing a "Good Night" song.
Special mention should be made of the kindness of the pastor and trustees of the Universalist church who opened the church and refused to accept pay for the use of the same, deeming it an honor to do so for such a cause and to such ladies as Miss Mills and Rev. Anna Shaw.
BARRY-ERCANBRACK.
Cortland Young Man Goes to Preble for His Bride.
Mr. Earl J. Barry, son of Mr. J. C. Barry of this city, and Miss Jeanie Estelle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Ercanbrack of Preble, were married at the bride's home yesterday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock, Rev. F. W. West, formerly of Preble, officiating.
One hundred fifty invited guests witnessed the ceremony in the finely decorated home. Miss Sophie Ercanbrack of Moravia was bridesmaid and Mr. William Mills of this city was best man. Miss Florence Barry, sister of the groom, and Miss Beulah Crofoot acted as ribbon bearers.
The bride was the recipient of many beautiful and valuable presents from her numerous friends. After Dec. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Barry will be at home, 7 Pearne-st., Cortland.
The following Cortland people attended the wedding: Mr. and Mrs. John C. Barry and daughter Florence, Mr. and Mrs. Earl B. Cummings, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Johnson, Miss Grace Wadsworth, Miss Pearl Williams, Miss Laura Strowbridge, Mr. William Mills, Mr. John Morgan, Mr. Collins Holcomb, Mr. George Chamberlain, Mr. Charles D. Saunders, Mr. William Hughes and Mr. Richard McMahon.
Cortlandville Grange.
Cortlandville grange will hold its first social of the season at Willard Knapp's on Friday evening of this week. Mr. and Mrs. Knapp desire to welcome a large representation of the fraternity.
Prohibition City Convention.
Dog Tags Booming.
The sale of dog tags has had a big boom since the Syracuse dog catcher began his work here. The dogs are going in all the time, and the while the city Chamberlain is passing out licenses.
Congregational Missionary Society.
The Woman's Missionary society of the Congregational church will hold its regular meeting Friday afternoon, Oct. 3, beginning at 3 o'clock sharp. Mrs. Jenkins who has charge of the "cradle roll" will direct an entertainment by the little ones. After the business meeting the work of the American Board of Foreign Missions for the past year will be discussed. Supper will be served for 15 cents from 5:30 to 7 o'clock.
THE POLICE BUDGET.
Smaller Sum Will be Asked for Than Needed Last Year.
The [Cortland] board of police commissioners met last night at the city clerk's office and made estimates of the expenses and income of the police department for the next fiscal year, which estimates were certified to the common council.
The board estimates the expenses for the year to be $5,450, for police force salaries and city court expenses. The income from city court is estimated to be $450. The difference in these amounts, $5,000, is the amount asked for the coming year.
Last year the board asked for $7,000 for this year and got $6,500. At that time the board had to meet a deficit of $2,300. The deficit to be met at the close of this year will be very much less than it was one year ago, therefore a smaller amount is asked for the maintenance of this department.
BREVITIES.
—Syracuse university as residuary legatee in the estate of Frank D. Hoyt, late of Marathon, N. Y., is to get $40,000 for its scientific department.
—Photographer E. H. Hyatt entertained about twenty friends at the studio last evening, and the occasion was a very pleasant affair. Cards and dancing were in order, and later light refreshments were served.
—New display advertisements today are—Scotch Woolen Co., Suits and overcoats, page 8; Warren, Tanner & Co., Sale of underwear, page 6; Baker & Angell, Shoe sale, page 8; C. F. Thompson, Olives, oysters, etc., page 5.
—The postoffice at Hancock, Pa., was broken into at an early hour Wednesday morning and the safe blown open and $3,000 worth of stamps stolen. Four men are believed to have done the job. Two years ago burglars did a similar act and secured $1,800.
—Every one living upon a rural free delivery route who has occasion to send an address to this office or to any one else should remember that there are three essentials to a complete address: the name of the person, the name of the postoffice from which the rural route starts and the number of the route. Rural routes are now getting to be so numerous that it will not do to omit the name of the postoffice from which a route starts, as several have done in writing to this office.
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