Great Mississippi flood prompts national action in 1880s
Massive overflow on the White River devastates farms across Tennessee and Arkansas. Telegrams to Gov Hawkins and war department seek emergency aid and hospital routes. Officials estimate funds for relief, plan detours on rail lines, and mobilize federal support for shelters and the afflicted.
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Hubert Wilson
Mound
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Memphis
Lowrer
Missasipra
Asia
Greenville
Mississippi
Secretary of War
Pettessee Leider
Chinese Murderer Motive Shrouded by Midnight Fire
In Holladay Street a Chinese apartment fire is linked to a murder at midnight. A witness heard a strange male voice after a window door closed and the Chinese occupant did not emerge for hours. Fire was noticed early morning and investigators searched the scene.
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Low Lunas
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T Low Linas
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Lewitthe
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St Vindup
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Paette Road
Lynti
Harry French
Las Sempsen
Rene
Ali
Fouthins
Ianuty Sher
Jon Pebroary
Lewis
Hal Padice
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Grant's
Zapfees
Wing
Chonge
Dexven
Wing Chong Bas Urrentert
Hie Ly
Washington Sway Echoes Political Turbulence in Senate
A tumultuous morning session reports indicate Senior Hawyond Wan ton to confer with the Secretary of War on relief measures for wartime distress in the southwest. Tales from Arkansas Mississippi and Louisiana say relief provisions are inadequate as discussions continue with Lincoln or Lane officials.
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Liughry
Orlane
Margaret
Mississippi
Gish
Nicholis
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Ja Uo
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Allong Gt
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Che
He Howard
Mb Riodd
New York
Catoe
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Ety
Aly
Pamethee
Senate
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Diontoa
Arkarneas
Morsissippi
Leoviniana
Explosion at Acton powder works shocks Nasusiine area
A massive blast rocked the American powder company plant in Acton Nasusiine causing.momentary panic. Reports say the explosion centred the works and casualties are unconfirmed. Authorities investigate damage and possible injuries. Local officials warn residents to keep clear of the area as crews assess the site.
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Aimerean Powder Company
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