Fifteen Killed in Meadville Passenger Wreck
A wreck of the Chicago Limited near Meadville Pennsylvania Thursday morning at 8 o clock left fifteen dead and many injured. The train split engineer Bert Luck and fireman George Eckart among the dead, with numerous identified and unidentified victims listed. The crash occurred near Greenville with a special section added to the train for the journey onward. Local reports from Cleveland say seven killed and one missing, with the conductor reportedly killed but uninjured.
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Local notes and society items from Ashland paper
The brief item notes midweek prayer meeting time changes at First Baptist Church and a teachers meeting after services. It mentions a Ky O T M event with Morey’s orchestra, a Wadsworth lodge delegation at Nemo Lodge for a Masonic ceremony, and a $50 coal donation to the city poor. Minor weather and humorous fragments appear, including names like Milo Wane and Geo Thoupkins.
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First Baptist Church
Morey
Ardustria
Wadsworth Lodge
Nemo Lode
Hiecone
Eee Voor
Kendall
Lowever
Pension Bill Passed in Senate With $145 Million Plan
Washington reports the pension bill carried $145,000,000 in funding. Asa G Keck left for Springfield, Ohio to attend a meeting of trustees of the Odd Fel Ford Selple in Akron. Keck is cited as president of Groom's occupation potter.
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Washington
Meb
Senate
Asa G Keck
Springfield
Akron
Ida Hiwong
Yellona
Keek
Tragic Coasting Accident Claims One Life In Grove
In Grove on February 7 a coasting incident killed Charles Adams and left eleven other boys injured. Authorities investigated the scene as spectators rushed to aid the victims.
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Grove
Spit
Chas
Adams
High Up on a Telephone Pole Murder in Cleveland
Frank Johnston watchman at GC and PL workslice and Perkins Ave was murdered at five in the morning on a telegraph pole accessible only by a long ladder. He had been paid a month's wages of 40 dollars yesterday and his watch and 20 dollars were left. The motive is believed to be robbery and a brutal struggle left Johnston unable to speak before dying.
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Frank Johnston
GC. & PL
Johnston
Conditions of Convention Sees Slight Vent in Mine Talks
Joint conference of miners and operators reports relief among miners delegates who abandon unwavering wage demands. Scale sub committee formed with Pennsylvania Ohio Illinois members to craft terms. Executives to meet after sub report as strike threat looms and parties seek settlement paths.
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Coluntias
Joint Conference of
Milanapolis
Mers
Opealors
Pennsylvania
Hobbins
O. A. Blackburn
Patrick Dolan
William Dollds
Olio
Courage Lacked by Defenders Yet Nation Stands Firm
A nationalist message laments defender shortfalls while praising the country's resilient spirit and resolve for a bold crusade. The rhetoric emphasizes unity, strength, and a determined march forward despite perceived weaknesses.
Optimistic Views of Home Defenders Clash With Women
Topeka Kansas February 7 five hundred anti liquor home defenders met to guard Mother Nation and seven sisters as they planned to smash saloons. Mothers Nation urged action while men delayed citing police delays. Nation says she has received many letters urging harsher action and vows continued crusade to close joints despite opposition.
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Kas
Mother Nation
First Christian Church
Mia
Binashers
Hell
Hatcher
Health dept hunts man who eats cats in Newark
Health Commissioner Chandler has been seeking a way to stop J. H. Danneecker from killing and eating cats. Danneecker claims he is a consumptive AI Cath cat and asserts an odd defense. Officials argue a health code clause prohibits killing cattle for food without cause, and pursue charges if applicable.
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Newark
N. J
Chandler
J. H. Danneecker
Dannecker
Bly Wildew
Explosion injures Canton family in breakfast blast
An explosion at a Canton home injured Theo Tosenbrush his wife and four children this morning. Mrs Rosene Drushty sustained severe burns and all family members were hospitalized as the house suffered heavy damage. Authorities investigate as the stove area leaked. Madrid cabinet approves general prisoner pardons for royal wedding celebrations.
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Canton
Theo
Tosenbrush
Rosene Drushty
Rosentinah
Annual Meeting of Aiden Rubber Co. Held
Special correspondence from Barberton reports the annual meeting of the Aiden Rubber Co. held Wednesday afternoon. All former officers were elected and a successful year is reported.
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Barberton
Meb
Aiden Rubber Go
Earl of Galloway Dies in London at 67
The Earl of Galloway died this morning in London in his 67th year. Allen Valentine Stewart, the 10th Earl of Galloway, was a wealthy landowner with about 80 000 acres, mainly in Scotland. He served as high commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 1477 and was a member of parliament from 1868 to 1873. His wife was a sister of Lord Ballsbory. Akron stone cutters, masons and bricklayers are slated for an eight hour day this spring.
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Earl of Galloway
Allen Vantaent Stewart
Galloway
Seothind
Church of Scotland
Ballsbory
Akron
Sadler withdraws from mayoral race amid health and business concerns
Mr O L Sadler, reforming the Democrat in Hi City, withdrew his contest for mayor citing heavy business engagements and poor health. He thanked supporters but gave no clear indication who will receive the nomination. Doyle supporters claim benefits from Sadler’s exit as Augrney Wii Doyle.
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O. L. Sadler
Trumpa
Republican House Nation
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Doyle
Baddon
Sadler
Cow Dier
500 LIVES Fire Traces Toll In Pretorum Disaster
A dispatch from St. Petersburg, Deh, reports that 500 lives have been lost in the Pretorum fire. The blaze is now under control and authorities assess damage and response actions.
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St. Petersburg
Deh
Investigation report on Canton Work House affairs ends
Tom Sphj Prose for Day completed his report on the Canton work house investigations. The lengthy document does not allege fraud, notes Hickory days coats cost more than double estimates, and urges court action with permission to proceed. The county reportedly has about $100,000 tied to the institution and recommends selling the entire setup.
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Canton
Tom Sphj
Wedding Pageantry Draws Massive Crowd In The Hague
The eigil ceremony of Queen Wilhelmina's marriage to Duke Henry of Mecklenburg Schwerin was held in the white room of the Palace. A royal procession followed to the church as Holland celebrated with flowers arches flags and cheering crowds. The gala coach carried the Queen Duke Henry and Dowager Queen Emma with guards Hussars and visiting royals amid a citywide display of joy.
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Wilhelmina
Henry
Mecklenburg- Schwerin
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Hussars
Duke Henry
Emma
Depew Purchases Home Near Nineteenth and North Streets
Depew bought a house and lot for 13000 dollars at the southern corner of Nineteenth and North streets. The property was promptly transferred to Miss A K Paulding, his intended, who is to wed Lieutenant John Edie of the U S Navy.
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Depew
Nineteenth and North Sts
A. K. Paulding
John Edie
Wreck at Allegheny Injures Two in Express Collision
Pittsburg staff report a crash in the railroad yards at Allegheny when the Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago limited express rear ended the Cleveland express. D. W. Hock, Cross Opera manager, sustained a broken arm, and Henry Lublang, both of New York, was badly bruised. Other injuries minimal amid the wreckage. Senator Washington placeholder text follows.
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Pittsburg
Debaters at Actual Business college condemn intemperance
A Wednesday debate at Actual Business college argued intemperance causes more misery than war. Two teams contended for and against the motion with multiple judges, the vote ultimately unanimous for the affirmative led by Pearl Russell and Jessie Stebbins.
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Business College
Messrs
Roscoe Witters
Elson Fry
Mise Belle Hanselman
Clarke Swinebart
Marrie Tt. Witter
F. Reiland
J. A
Sheriff Kelly Fee Bills Spark House Debate
County Commissioner references unpaid bills presented by Sheriff Kelly noting items from Margena Ping HoH Englehart Gehart Standard Hardware Co and Koeb Co with small sums and a $500 auto case fee. Critics accuse ongoing improper billing and demand an end to such practices until authorization and audit are clarified.
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Sherif Kelly
Margena
Akron Man Is Willing Simms Has Two Matches
Akron lightweight Art Simme agrees to two bouts with Osea Gardner after a gate split proposal fails. Youngstown club offered 60 percent of receipts for a Simme versus Jack Hainitin bout, while Cleveland area promoters seek competing terms. Gardner at 180 pounds discussed for 60 percent, Simme to decide.
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Simms
Art Simme
Osea Gardner
Marietta Wriday
Gulrantes
Tebe Youngtown
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