Tornado toll rises across several states in April 24 reports
A flood of telegraph reports from Mississippi Alabama Louisiana and nearby areas describe a massive tornado outbreak April 24. Fatalities and injuries are reported in Richland Bergen Walla Warren Hattiesburg and Meridian with towns wiped from maps and homes destroyed. Damaged lines hinder casualty and property tallies as communities assess losses.
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Orlon Pril
Lowielina
Siawiastop
Alabama
Lamourie
Hichlanl
Vidalla
Walle
Laxter
Mis
Bergen
Albertyne
Alu
Rhreceport
Atoem
Amitely
Arcadia
Purvis
Lumberian
Miastanino
Lediniana
Alatama
Santablanta
Lamourle
Tin Howe
Lobmlin
Mtr Pearce
Almuta Bose
Walla
Misa
Warren
Albertville
Aterm
Miaty Krows
Natchez Natches
Mies
Uttals
Com. Cordia
Ships Damaged at Pensacola Harbor in Storm
Pensacola Florida April 4 Special A strong storm is expected tonight with increasing wind and high tides. The barometer falls rapidly signaling the approach of the southwest storm similar to the 1900 hurricane. Several vessels at the wharves have begun to list and anchorage damage is feared in Pensacola harbor.
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Pensacola
Fim
Nouthwest
Itla
Vaola
Amite Tornado Devastates Town and Relief Mobilizes
A tornado ripped Amite causing widespread destruction. A relief party of fifty including physicians rushed in by train after inbound trains were halted. Residents offered aid, some tearing fabric to bandage injuries. Martial law was declared by the mayor and enforced by a local militia, with curfews on the streets.
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Peri Com
Mmiputta
Intervention A Surprise In Porto Rico Church Case
Dispatch from San Juan reports President Roosevelt ordered Governor Post to send documents to Washington on the Porto Rico church case involving Catholic control of Dominican and Franciscan properties valued around 21 million. Legislature authorized an appeal and possible extraneous action to pass a related act.
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San Juan
Roosevelt
Porto Rico
Peat
Roman Catholic Church
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Pranclacan Owers
Boldin
Governor Post
Washington
May Y et Probe The Paper Trust
Chairman Mann of the special committee sent a telegram April 24 inviting testimony from Merman Ridder BE Baker and Melville Stone of the American Newspaper Publishers Association and the Associated Press. The committee seeks evidence on wood pulp and printing paper prices and asks for a hearing before adjournment of Congress. Chairman Mann schedules a meeting for tomorrow to discuss the inquiry.
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Tollay
Merman Riddes
He Baker
American Newspaper Publishers’ Association
Meiille F. Stone
Associated Press
Mann
Queta & Goons
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Atap
Mississippi Storm Casualties Rise in Purvia Area
Stark storm toll reported across Purvia and nearby towns with hospitals crowded. listed dead and seriously injured include Thomas Baker Maud Cook Doris Lainer and James Moffett. Relief fund raised in Hattiesburg by local bankers Foote Griffin Scanlan to aid victims.
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Ofre
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A. J. Clark
Mien Maud Cook
Sanderson
Tilman Keeth
Mra
Doris
James Moffett
Lainer
King
Purvia
Tus
Hattiesburg
Hat+lenburg
Ilo'elack
F. 1
Foote
Biw Griffin
Victor Scanlan
Tidinegsa
Embezzlement Charge Follows Columbus Man to Alabama
W. J. Wood, of Columbus, is arrested in Fayetteville Alabama on embezzlement accusations involving 180 dollars from an insurer he formerly served. The arrest was made by Sheriff Mitchell of Montgomery County. Wood, a young married man, faces serious charges.
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Columbus
J— W. J. Wood
Firenix City
Als
Bherin W. M. Mitchell
Muntaville
Ala
Tila
Wood
Microbe Fear Prompts New Book Disinfection Apparatus
In Rome Cable to New York American, William fears microbes more than ever and refuses to touch bound volumes until passing through a disinfection apparatus. The device uses a new receptacle and a battery capable of generating heat to treat books, newspapers, or magazines for a set period depending on binding and condition.
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Rome
New York American
Rewa
William
Naid
Exveror’s Life Insured For Jubilee Celebrations
A Vienna committee organizing Emper or Francis Joseph pageant in London has insured the emperor’s wife with a British company for 31,750,000 until June to cover expenses if the emperor dies before the events occur.
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London
Vienna
Estizene
Juniles
Francis Joseph
Emperors Ife
Dritieh
Grand Duke Frede rick Francis places cousin under ward
In Behwerin Germany on April 24 Grand Duke Frederick Francis of Mecklenburg Behwerin decreed a wardship for his cousin Duke Weinrich Borwin due to squandering the family fortune. The act marks a strict measure to protect the duchy’s assets and restore order within the ducal line.
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Behwerin
Germany
Frederick Francis
Mecklenberg- Behwerin
Weinrich Borwin
Fortun
Secretary Root Discusses Sanctions of International Law
Washington April 24 The second annual meeting of the American Society of International Law opened at the New Willard hotel with Elihu Root Secretary of State and society president delivering the keynote address on the sanctions of international law. He contrasted municipal and international law noting most cases lack coercive enforcement yet public opinion serves as the moral sanction guiding national conduct and promoting adherence to international rules.
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American Society of International Law
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Eliha Root
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Atl
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the Hague
Free Prescription Promises Quick Cure for Weak Men
A dubious offer from A. B. Robinson promises a free physician’s prescription to cure nervous debility and weakened manhood. The letter claims the home remedy, described as quick acting and upbuilding, has helped many men without other medicines and invites readers to request an envelope and copy of the prescription.
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A. B. Robinson
Hathaway
Hom
DR. Hathaway
Inman
Dread
Adlants
Instant Relief From Catarrh Remedy Claims Immediate Cure
An advertisement-style account touts a Catarrh Cure claiming immediate relief from nasal and throat congestion. It cites testimonials from Robert L. Wiggins of Augusta Georgia and promises prompt delivery of trial packages and a week’s treatment for $1.00. The firm in Atlanta Georgia invites readers to request more information and testimonials.
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Ouraci
Jeane
Lipss
Robert L. Wiggins
Augusta
Passedinine and Manufacturing Company
Atlanta
Gea
A Better Day for Cleveland in Lakewood
Ex President Grover Cleveland rehabbing at Lakewood hotel shows improved condition after rheumatic gout and stomach trouble. Physicians report continued improvement today. A serial story follows with a note that the tale will continue in the next installment.
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N. J
Grover Cleveland
Lakewood Hotel
Hax
Severe Storm Strikes Chattanooga Cause Extensive Damage
Cha tt anooga Tenn April 24 At 6 30 this evening a severe storm hit this city bringing heavy rain and vivid lightning. Nearly two inches fell in about ninety minutes causing washouts and air traffic disruption. No casualties reported at this time.
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deNere
Kodak Sale At A. K. Hawgen Company Opticians
Kodak sale advertised by A. K. Hawgen Company Opticians features fresh Kodak supplies and finishing. Located at 828 Whitehall and 28 Peachtree Street in calendar building with emphasis on department offers.
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A. K. Hawgen Company
Passing throng welcomes Orrin Johnson home in Atlanta
Orrin Johnson, long absent from Atlanta, returns to the Gate City to a warm welcome from friends. He notes Atlanta’s growth yet praises its hospitality. Johnson now runs a profitable business in Lite Tock and is brother to George Johnson and Jake Johnson. Also appearing are M N Barker of Denver and Hon. L F Livingston. Local reports mention political chatter ahead of the national convention and an upcoming primary on April 30.
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Orrin Johnson
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South
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Cone
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Ife
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Denver
Colorado
The
Aragon
Barker
Jir. Barker
Sumter County
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Tor
Fire fatal blaze grinds Weatherbee home. three cremated
A fire at the Weatherbee residence near Taree Persona Crem, April 24, killed seven year old David Weatherbee and Mrs Weatherbee, aged 70, plus Albert Lamm, 20, and left a fourth person badly burned. A fifth person escaped amid the flames. Police and rescuers battled the blaze as investigators began work on a probable fatality report.
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Corey
David Weatherbee
David Weatherbden
Mre
Weatherbee
Albert Lamm
Demand for Fesney in Bonde London April 24
The commariss of the Penne railroad band Janie announced this afternoon a heavy demand for them signaling a substantial subscription. Twenty million dollars of the total issue were reserved for Lontom.
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Bonde London
Penne Railroad
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