Destructive Tornado Strikes Albany Causing Death and Damage
A southwestern tornado hit Albany about 1 30 this afternoon causing one instant death and many serious injuries. It demolished the Virginia Carolina Chemical Co acid chamber and ovens, destroyed dozens of homes and stores, and damaged the academy nearby. The storm also damaged the Georgia Cotton Oil hull, Crystal Ice Co. storage, railroad cars, and a delivery wagon injuring its driver. Telegraph lines were down and an extra edition was promised for fuller details.
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Virginia Carolina Chemical Company
Ben Jones
North
Madison
Madison Street
Residence
North Street
Virginia-Carolina Chemical Co
Walker Saunders
Albany Academy
Georgia Cotton Oil Company
Crystal Ice Co
S. E. Bush
Washington Street
Jesse, Woodal
Albany Machinery Group Announces Price Advance Ahead
A terse notice from Albany signals an impending price increase on select machinery. The bulletin invites customers to discuss options and timing before the new rates take effect.
Foreign Attitude in China Spurs Prep for 1900 Style Action
A Washington dispatch reports rising Chinese hostility to foreigners and foreign interests. Governments prepare for another demonstration like 1900. The Navy planned to recall the Oregon but orders keep it in the Orient. Two more ships will join the battleship squadron this spring.
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Chicago
Tribune
Washington
Navy Department
Oregon
United States
Orient
State Health Board to Open Sub-Laboratory in South Georgia
At a recent meeting the State Board of Health decided to establish a sub laboratory in South Georgia to study slow fever. The facility will be in Albany or Thomasville, with Albany favored, and is scheduled to open by May 1.
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State Board OF Health
South Georgia
Atlanta
Albany
Thomasville
Governor Higgins Presses Insurance Reform in New York
Albany Jan 3 Governor Higgins sent the annual message to the legislature urging a drastic yet practical and sane law for policy holder protection. He also called for careful inspection and supervision of insurance companies regarding investment of funds.
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Albany
N. Y
Higgins
Funda
Tall -Dublicia
Fierce Battle Reported in Santo Domingo Ports of Porto Plata
Advices from Porto Plata report Morales forces attacking the port at 10 AM with fighting continuing until 5 PM. Casualties occurred on both sides as bayonets and swords were used. Morale and loyalty shifts sparked local street clashes amid rumors of Morales supporters seeking the presidency.
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Cape Hatten
Haiti
Porto Plata
Santo Domingo
Morales
Ceceres
Rodriguez
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