Minister Wu Pays Tribute to Nation's Greatness
Philadelphia July 4 Thousands gathered in Independence square as Chinese minister Wu Ting-fan delivered the day’s oration. An anonymous threat against him raised security fears but he praised the United States and spoke on China’s canons and democratic ideals while noting shared notions of justice and liberty.
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Philadelphia
Independence Square
Wu Ting Fane
China
America
United States
Confucius
Mencius
Republic
Billings Fourth of July Celebration Delights Crowd
A large crowd enjoyed Billings Fourth of July events with pleasant weather after overnight rain. The procession and depot park dancing platform drew crowds while A Logan read the declaration of independence. Afternoon athletic sports and fireworks lit the sky, with a minor injury when a discus weight struck a girl named Reynolds, though injuries were not serious.
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Billings
Depot Park
A. ©. Logan
Reynolds
First Flag Raising at Pawnee Republic Site Kansas
Kansas accepted an eight mile site north of Courtland to honor the first American flag raised in the Pawnee Republic area. Elizabeth Johns donated the eight acre plot for a public park and a monument funded by the state will be unveiled September 2. Governor Branley spoke as the site gains a commemorative inscription. Berlin flag celebrations mark the Fourth of July at the embassy and consulate.
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Here
Louisiana Territory
Pawnee Republic
Elizabeth Johnson
State Historical Society
W. L. Branley
Kannas
Zebulon M. Pike
United States
Berlin
Girvenau
Andrew D. White
Palace Hotel
John B. Jackson
Frank N. Mason
Independence Day Reception Welcomed by U.S. Charge d Affaires
In Rome on July 4 a brilliant Independence Day reception was hosted by United States charge d affaires Lewis M. Ic hiuge attended by a number of distinguished persons.
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Rome
United States
Lewis M. Ichiuge
Aeronaut Killed in Cannon Part Parody Accident
Muskegon Michigan July 1 An aeronaut from Grand Rapids died today during a cannon parody stunt. The incident occurred as Prank Taze Low attempted a risky ascent in the parade of balloons.
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Muskegon, Mich
Prank Tazelow
Grand Rapids
Fourth of July Celebrated in Helena With Baseball and Fireworks
Helena observed Independence Day with a baseball game between the Helena High School and Fort Shaw Indian School nines ending 5 to 4 after the ninth inning. The day included rifle competition between Great Falls and Helena clubs, golf events, a Fort Harrison field day, and a public fireworks display at Central Park.
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Helena
Fort Shaw
Great Falla
Links
Central Park
Park
Charles Settles
Indians
Goings
Parker
Ben Smith
Great Falls
John Corey
New York
W. A. Moore
Corey
Stein
Moore
Golf Club
Fort Harrison
Porto Ricos Fourth of July Celebration in San Juan
People of San Juan joined a grand Fourth of July celebration under Governor Allen in a display of flags bunting and fireworks. The event included a ball led by Governor and Mrs Allen a 21 gun salute at dawn a 9 am parade of over 4000 participants with 2500 schoolchildren and 30 native troops, regimental band and visiting delegations.
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San Juan de Porto Rico
Allen
San Juan
G. A. KR
Yankton
Desperate Train Robbery Near Malta Sparks Chase
Great Falls July 4. Three men who held up the Great Northern express six miles west of Malta sent word to the sheriff’s posse that they are “boys who did the job” and are heading south. A large pursuit with Sheriff Griffith of Malta leading, joined by Under Sheriff Cane and others, followed toward the Little Rockies as the robbers reportedly had 30-30 Winchesters and revolvers. One outlaw identified as Harry Longabaugh and Kid Curry is believed among the attackers, with a potential second or third man unconfirmed.
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Malta
Sheriff's Posse
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Philipsburg
Wendall
Kid Curry
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Harlem
Montana
Train Williams
Havreight
Harry Longabaugh
Curry Brothers
Valley County
Sandusky
Little Rockies
Billy Madden
Harry Bassett
Jones
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Mike O'Neill
Longabaugh
George Cunningham
Wagner
Express Company
Eix
Winchester
TY. Starr
Great Northern Express Company
Butte
D. 8
Elliott
St. Paul
Fort Assiniboine
The
Great Northern Railroad Company
Standard
Civil government established in Philippines with Taft oath
Manila marks formal establishment of civilian rule as Governor Taft is inducted. General MacArthur, Civil Governor Taft, and Military Governor Chaffee preside over ceremonies in a front of a block long tribunal decorated with flags. Admiral Kempff and foreign officials attend. The president's message congratulates Taft and foresees progress toward Philippine self government. A riverfront departure and Fourth of July reception close the day.
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Philippine Islands
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McKinsey
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Chaffee
Kempff
United States
Suprem Court
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General Chaffee
Mesdames Taft
Meade Sails Tonight to Nagasaki with General MacArthur
The United States Army transport Meade departs tonight for Nagasaki carrying General MacArthur and his staff. The voyage accompanies the postwar mission as they travel with top military leaders aboard.
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United States Army
Meade
Nagasaki
General MacArthur
Weather Bureau Officials Hold Small Hope for Temperature Drop
Weather Bureau officials hold out for a possible slight cooling trend though prospects for significant relief are slim. The public is advised to monitor forecasts as heat persists with continued high temperatures.
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Weather Bureau
Heat Wave Eases in Some Cities After Thunder Showers
Weather bureau reports show extreme heat persisting nationwide with scattered reductions in some locales due to local storms. St Paul recorded a 22 degree drop from showers while cities like Kansas City and Davenport hit highs in the 90s and 100s across the region.
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Weather Bureau
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United States
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Atlanta
Buffalo
Cincinnati
Denver
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Memphis
New York
Omaha
Salt Lake
Boston
Chicago
Davenport
Galveston
Jacksonville
Little Rock
Record heat wave shocks Chicago area on July Fourth
The Chicago weather office reports a scorching July Fourth with 4 pm readings up to three to five degrees higher on the street and humidity at 83 percent. Five deaths and many prostrations occurred as residents endured an unbearable afternoon under the hot spell. More heat and humidity are forecast for tomorrow.
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Weather Bureau
Heat Wave Smashes Records Across Southwest
Kansas City reports extreme heat with readings of 108 in Leavenworth and Hutchinson, 100 in Lawrence and Kansas City, and a sun thermometer at 126 degrees at 1 30 pm. A single death is attributed to the heat and about 150 horses have died in ten days.
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Kansas City
United States
At & O
Leavenworth
Kan
Lawrence
Hutchison
Weather Bureau
Heat Wave Claims Two More Lives In Pittsburg
Heavy showers break heat spell as July 4 deaths rise to ten. By 10 a m the mercury marked 7 degrees, with two more fatalities reported from heat illness and three prostrations noted today. A midnight rainstorm cooled temperatures, but heat-related deaths continue to mount.
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Pittsburg
Heat Wave Claims One Life in Missouri Section
St Joseph reports extreme heat across the state with a thermometer reaching high levels. One death is attributed to the heat as officials record dozens of heat prostrations and weather warnings persist.
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St. Joseph
Weather in Omaha Drops After Rain On Independence Day
Rain started at 5 PM in Omaha causing a sharp fall in temperatures by 30 degrees from a high of 10 with intense heat and high humidity levels recorded during the day.
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Omaha
July Fourth Heat Record Near Quiet Morning
In St Louis at 9 am the government thermometer showed about six degrees above yesterday. A very light breeze stirred as the day began, signaling a hot Fourth of July across the city.
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St. Louis
July Fourth Cincinnati Weather Slight Breeze and Mild Night
Cincinnati reports a moderate night with a gentle breeze and a morning temperature of 74 degrees at 7 a.m. The day begins with pleasant conditions following a warm spell.
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Cincinnati
Weather Breaks Hot Wave In Boston For July Fourth
Boston readers learn the heat wave may be easing for the holiday as weather forecasts suggest cooler conditions though officials warn changes could be brief and continue tracking on page six.
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