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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1906
Page
5
Inquiries are directed to the Frisco Examiner in San Francisco. The notice references a registration bureau with compelled individuals and provides an address route via The Oakland Tribune. The fragment indicates an open inquiry process tied to local authorities in California.
Reports detail massive relief organization for homeless populations in California, with widespread donations from the United States. The mayor and General Fang Jun coordinate care, water, and shelter while military and civic police enforce fire and safety rules. Health conditions are improving with hospitals prepared, and temporary shelters rise in Golden Gate Park as the burned district totals about 26 miles. Insurance losses are projected around 300 million with 176 million covered.
San Francisco reports water reserves sufficient for 36000000 gallons daily for 600 days. Immediate task is delivering supply to the city with repaired pipes and inflows from Ocean View Lake Marred College Hills and other sources. Daily use and future deliveries push expected city supply to about 16 to 17 million gallons, enabling rapid habitability alongside food provisions.
A dispatch from Agnews reports the Insane asylum disaster as the administration building collapsed after a wreck. About 100 people died or were killed, including twelve attendants and Dr Kelly. One hundred patients were moved to Stockton and many others are believed to have escaped. The state plans steel and concrete two story structures and no further cottages.
An extra racing day in Memphis on May 10 will be staged by the Wem Rils Jochex Club for the benefit of San Francisco sufferers. All gross receipts from the track will be donated to the relief fund.
For fastidious dressers any gentleman who wears a suit or coat marked Correct Clothes for Men will be impressed by the style and perfect fit. Our name on a suit or coat is a shield against disappointment and guarantees high value, not the highest prices. SUITS 10.00 to 30.00.
In Gainesville on April 22 1906 Grand Master Ho Robertson of Georgia Odd Fellows sent a telegram seeking aid for four thousand California brethren left homeless by a disaster. The message urged Georgia lodges to contribute funds via Grand Treasurer T A Cheatham in Macon with immediate forwarding of contributions. Local lodges in Gainesville reported about $.100 raised to help.
Astoria report says Point Arena lighthouse was destroyed by the quake while a Eureka bound ship was severely shaken off Eureka. Captured at 12 fathoms, the vessel altered course westward. In Mexico City an American colony plans a fund for San Francisco quake victims, to be raised through theater performances.
Louisville and other cities rally for San Francisco relief on April 22. A long list of local donors and amounts is noted, including church groups and civic clubs. Special reports mention a Presbyterian union service planned to request $200 from the city treasury and a fundraising committee to collect another $200.
Report details claims by McCrory who lost both hands at a Ruckbed camp and alleges abuse by overseers. He says he was beaten, and that he took an action causing his own injuries. Officials dispute the charges while noting his disruptive behavior and desire for a pardon and investigation.
April twenty two report notes 4 164 000 total subscriptions to date as many lodging houses collapsed after a tremor. Royal corner Fourth and Minna and Portland House on Sixth Street entombed scores. Brunswick on Sixth and Howard collapsed with 300 rooms. Over 300 killed, Cosmopolitan and Wilson houses ruin, 775 Mission and Denver House destroyed, two persons killed at 405 Jemis Street. Relief efforts by Southern Pacific and Japanese relief society aiding survivors and requesting more supplies.
Fire swept Telegraph Hall in the Latin quarter as the fire department faced a dry water supply. Residents diverted wine from barrels to douse flames, filling the cellar with 500 gallons of wine. Sacks and cloths were used to wet exposed areas as the crew and locals fought the blaze into the evening, saving homes at the cost of thirst.
In San Francisco on April 22 the relief committee reports that every home is cared for and no one lacks food or drink. Milk supply expected soon. dairies inspected and repaired to prevent shortages. New relief stations are established and many independent groups assist. Medical supplies flow by car and steamer along the coast, ensuring permanency of aid.
A fragmentary Los Angeles report recalls San Francisco earthquake horrors with scenes of dying children, parents seeking water for the afflicted, and refugees begging for relief as thirst and heat intensify the agony witnessed by observers.
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