05 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1907
Page
1
A New York City blaze begins a tragic string of deaths with a story of a young Italian lad who shoots his aunt and then ends his own life. The incident illustrates the era's fire hazards and domestic peril gripping urban neighborhoods.
A Chicago day of unrest repeats historic rioting with a series of minor accidents and a deadly boating party incident triggered by a cigarette tossed into a can of powder. Authorities report widespread disorder and multiple injuries as crowds surge through the city.
- A deadly Fourth of July celebration in New York City injures and kills many as fireworks and mishaps spark panic across parks and streets. Police and medical crews work to remove dead and wounded amid chaotic crowd scenes.
July Fourth in Denver left seven injured in a city celebration. The most serious case was thirteen year old Earl Randenbistle who lost a left hand in an explosion. Twelve year old Charles Sehenck suffered facial injuries. One man was killed by a bullet fired from outside sources intended to conceal its origin.
Dealers estimate New Yorkers bought nearly four million dollars worth of fireworks. The Fourth of July celebrations were louder and more vigorous than in prior years, reflecting strong consumer demand and festive displays across the city.
Chicago reports a death from nervous shock after a giant cracker exploded near a woman. Many others are injured and property damaged amid enforcement efforts and loud celebrations. Separate incidents include a 17 year old boy Sickten killed by a live wire at a light tower in Winona Minnesota and two deaths in Cedar Rapids from a four pound giant powder explosion on a small boat.
Ey il Faso Texas July Fourth celebrates with many mishaps though no fatalities reported. Seymour Thurmond 21 sustained severe facial and chest burns, Harry Row 18 lost a eye and suffered facial injuries from a cannon blast. Davie Leviewa 25 was struck by a rocket. Mrs Dominga Ortel 29 died by own action with iron driven in by cracker racket.
A July Fourth carriage ride erupted in flame when fireworks exploded beneath the seat. Several riders were severely burned including Adtores McKenna, Guy Atlen, and Huth Boyer. Others named Cecil Bayer, Lratay Kenny, Laure Hall and Tony Saukres also suffered injuries.
A newspaper note explains why funds from Akron public borrowing are awaited with interest in Ohio. Text cites a report by an officer and references sums around five dollars per taxpayer and ongoing city finances.
Several hundred deaf mutes gathered for the opening session of a national convention in Sivfath Virginia May 4. President G W Veit of Colorado presided with a notable moment as the Lord's Prayer was signed in the assembled group.
Thousands flee as floods encircle farms in California while fires burn extensive wheat fields. Authorities report huge property losses as water rises and debris-filled rivers threaten additional land and homes.
The event drew a record throng spanning every region of New Mexico. Organizers reported broad participation and significant local engagement in the irrigation celebration.
Flooding from a Kern County levee break spreads across vast wheat lands. An auxiliary levee under construction is needed to save the irrigated district. Two large grain fires at Miller and Lux, about twenty miles from the lake, burned all day and destroyed about 16,000 to 50,000 sacks of grain.
A fire wiped out the Larrabee Flour Milling plant at Stratford Kansas, capacity 1000 barrels daily, causing an estimated loss of 150000 dollars. The blaze followed a jury disagreement in a separate Chicago case involving the Steel Ball company and named executives.
The Hague conference receives a petition from Anna Blukstein of Boston on behalf of over two million Americans urging a general peace treaty. The sub committee on harbor bombardment and mine laying meets as British and Italian Japanese amendments on floating mines are discussed.
Commissioner of Labor Charles Neil acts tonight to avert a strike by the telegraph operators in this city. The executives of the Commercial Telegraph Union urge wage demands while the union refuses to meet with company representatives. The standoff threatens service as talks resume without a government-backed mediation effort.
A wealthy brewer named Bartels escaped custody just before a court hearing on perjury charges. The incident occurred as the judge prepared to proceed with the appeal, with the sheriff pursuing Bartels through the corridor. the man disappeared from view.
At Carlsbad New Mexico on July 4 the irrigation celebration drew thousands as events included horse shows flag raising steer riding and bronco busting. Speakers praised Roosevelt for western policy and federal irrigation efforts while pledging unalterable support for New Mexico single statehood and plans for Rio Grande irrigation with a possible $7.2 million needed.
A telegram from Carlsbad New Mexico confirms James 9 Carfield Secretary of the Interior will visit August 20 to inspect the government irrigation project. He will be accompanied by J F Hall chief engineer of the reclamation service and other officials.
An $80,000 theft from the United States sub-treasury is reported in Hoxton with the loss discovered by treasury officials in Washington while inspecting a package shipped from Boston. The large sum raises questions about the scope of the theft and blame has not yet been assigned.
Shenandoah July 4 Jacob ii of New York addressed 10000 people near here at a rally. He urged the people of Jaws to investigate the treachery problem with a view of bringing Russian Jews to New Yorks only the Iowa Carine.
A report from El Paso notes hundreds of Japanese immigrants moving toward Canada via the United States border. A Chinese American observer cites large crowds crossing near El Paso and through Canada, seeking to enter unfavored regions amid immigration enforcement. The account portrays growing cross border travel and border disruptions.
A western Wisconsin hurricane devastates towns with dwellings demolished and crops battered. Fifteen people are confirmed dead and many more injured as communities reel from the storm’s destruction. Local officials urge aid and emergency response to affected areas.
Morning Journal reports at least fifteen dead in western Wisconsin storms last evening. Oakdale near Camp Douglas wiped out with four killed. Grand Rapids lists five dead though communication is incomplete. Injured include two Fefoff children, Mrs. Beyer and many others. telegraph lines down and farms heavily damaged.
A Roman Catholic church with walls twenty eight inches thick was razed along with most European and native buildings. Food shortage is feared among natives. Melbourne reports a sensational robbery at the mint with three gold bars weighing 420 ounces stolen. the robbers are believed to have taken the gate keys from a constable.
London July 4 Polling in Harrow for a by election to fill Sir Charles Palmer’s seat drew intense interest as tariff reform loomed large. Four parties contest, with S L Hughes Conservative Patrick Rostennes Alderman John O Hanton and Peter Curran among the candidates. A protest show by suffragists and a would be independent candidate added color while police kept order. Results expected tomorrow. Costa Rica July 4 Congress passes banana export duty to fund foreign debt, a move favored by the public but opposed by banana growers.
Paris reports the penal office announced a punitive expedition is sent to capture Chief Barbara Baki who raided the French post at Koungo on the upper Congo killing an European non commissioned officer and nine men.
Fort Collins police report officer John Alten was beaten to death in the Jungle area near the river bottoms. Authorities say his life was threatened over his actions against illegal liquor sales and patrols in the river bottom district.
Elaborate celebrations in major cities mark Independence Day with large crowds and speeches by notable figures. Fireworks, parades, and patriotic displays fill the day as observers gather at prominent locations across the nation.
London hosts a large Hotel Cecil banquet marking Independence Day. Speeches by Sir Henry Mortimer Durand and Mark Twain reflect on friendship with England and the changing sense of national unity, with notable guests including J. P. Morgan and Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Holiday postpones Haywood trial in Boise as proceedings resume with witnesses to be called. Defense aims to clear remaining minor witnesses and challenge conspiracy testimony while the state seeks to link mine owners and Pinkerton to the case. Also notes London demand for release of Kaid Mirhiarry MuchLean.
Vienna reporters describe an American colony Fourth of July celebration traveling by boat on the Danube to Pressburg. The group played baseball, dined, and was greeted by Hungarians. Participants included Ambassador Francis, Senator William P. Dillingham of Vermont, and William R. Wheeler of Oakland, members of the immigration commission studying conditions in Europe.
Guayaquil Ecuador July 4 flags over government buildings and the homes of foreign consuls were hoisted to honor the American holiday.
In Birmingham on July 4 under the Gadsden chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy a marble marker was unveiled honoring Emma Sansom a Civil War heroine. The account recalls General Forrest pursuing Union forces in April 1863 and credits Sansom with guiding a ford near the burned Black Creek bridge as Forrest’s troops overtook and captured the Federals. It notes this as the third southern monument to a woman.
Constantinople July 4 Ambasea dor and Mrs Leishman hosted a Fourth of July reception at their summer residence at Rapla drawing nearly all Americans in the city. A large number of guests attended a following dinner.
Americans brighten Dublin with a Fourth of July demonstration. Prominent buildings and streetcars display American and Irish flags as crowds gather to honor the holiday.
A brief local report notes Roosevelts influence at a July celebration in Oyster Bay. The event highlighted leadership and public works with emphasis on government progress and civic pride.
London July 4 Americans gathered for Aubassidor Whitelaw Reid's Fourth of July reception. Traffic around Dorchester was crowded for several hours as Reid and his staff hosted guests including many American residents. The scene drew hundreds who attended the embassy event this afternoon.
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