Youth Drops a Dynamite Cap Sparks Firemen Death
A youth drops a dynamite cap to illustrate to firefighters at a fireworks factory prompting a blaze. Authorities investigate the incident and report casualties and extensive ruin from the explosion.
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1906
Page
1
Explosion Kill Firefighter and Wreck City Building
A torpedo explosion caused by dynamite hurled during a confrontation led to a fatal fire at a Dorset area building. Fire Chief Mooro, Fireman Daley, and several others were injured while a young boy and two suspects faced arrest as investigators sifted through debris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Carbo
John Niva
Dorset
Oslo
Felng
Mouro
Arta Denire
Hallin
Han
Chitty
Aul
Salon
Winalisara
Mires
Jon
Hart
Blacks Compare Roosevelt to Nero and Duke of Alba
The letter likens President Roosevelt to tyrants of the past, calling him a Mere politician rather than a great statesman. It accuses him of unlawful punishment of 170 colored soldiers without trial, and of misrepresenting 19 million citizens as law abiding natives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Nero
Duke OF
Alva
Repubik
Ala
Linmesstee
Race Street
Tuausry
Atlanta Schools Shut To Waltz's Filipino Case Goes 70 Washington
Washington officials face a racial admission dispute after Major Waltz alleges his Filipino servant was denied entry to Atlanta public schools. The case, presented by Major Waltz from the Army, was referred to a committee for report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Waltz
Case
Washington
Heal of
Wuliz Ald
Central stops shipments embargo hits Savannah freight
The Central of Georgia Railway imposed an embargo on all freight in Savannah after midnight, allowing only stock and highly perishable goods via connecting lines. It will take six to seven days to clear and may force shipments to move to Fingmawick and Charleston, impacting local yards and increasing carrier concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah
Central of Georgia Caiway
Ines
Kujiwaja
Central
Havannah
Finmawick
Charleston
Bank looted near Texarkana. $4,000 missing
December 19 at Verrilo Ark a Bank of Verrilo in Tlorriio Ark was robbed by two men who entered at 2 pm and publicly displayed their plates before taking about 4000 dollars. A large posse pursues but the robbers remain at large. Jewels valued at 6000 stolen from A Bates Wharton home in Fort Worth. The safe was left intact but gems were kept in a cargner in Mrs Wharton's boudoir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verrilo
Tlorriio
Bates Wharton
Losa
Mra
Wharton
Theros
Loase
Mra Whariens Boudoir
Five Die in City Fire at Apartment House
A deadly blaze at 3 11 Spect Avenue corner of West Hi on Sea killed five residents and injured one. The building housed numerous occupants as fire crews battled flames for hours before bringing the fire under control. Names listed include Tom Lamett aged 65 and Mrs Awe Ri, with several more residents identified in partial accounts. Fire officials are continuing inquiries into cause and occupancy safety.
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Muttalo
Aminil
Sinedi
Weat
Curt
Finmen
Tom Lamett
In Twinkling Men Turned Into Corpse Story Of Explosion
A sensational tale recounts the explosion that turned men into corpses in a swift, tragic incident. Witnesses describe the blast’s suddenness and the chaos that followed as rescue efforts and investigations began to determine causes and casualties.
Disaster on Mississippi steamer destroys vessel and injures many
Engineer recounts a catastrophic explosion on the steamer W T Scovelt near Vicksburg Mississippi, killing up to sixteen and injuring many aboard. The boat sank after the blast while carrying cotton seed and bales of cotton. passengers and crew, including several named locals, were hurt or missing as rescuers moved the injured to land.
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Tennie Roberts
Vicksburg
Miss
Gory
Serloun
John Dougherty
Charles McKenne
Peasenger
Butterfield
Sins
Minsissipi
Stenmer
Scovelt
Vickaburg
Davis Road
Arite
Aen
Corditt J
Gott Duat Mauding
Conti
Layell Verger
Esapry
Great-Grandson of Jefferson Davis Born in Colorado Springs
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Gerald Webbers Webb in Colorado Springs on December 1. He is a grandson of the late Jefferson Davis and the great-grandson of the Confederate president, ensuring a notable lineage for the newborn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson Davis
Clorado Springs
Cal
Gerald Webbers Webb
Woman Weds Woman Under Deception Revealed by Death
Deresian who came from Chicago with A D Trowe died last night from consumption in Phoenix. He posed as a man claiming to be a non and to save a wife and son in the Russian consulate. Mme Deresian living in Phoenix discovered her husband’s true sex after his death. Dr Rowe says no knowledge of any conspiracy.
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Derestan
Chicago
Trowe
Dereslin
Rowe
Cnn
Hoenix Ariz
Chi Aga
Deresian
Mme Deresian
Chia
Toys Stolen by Mother Stir Christmas Joys for Babies
In a police court in New York on December 19, Mrs Kale Ginkth faced theft charges after allegedly stealing toys from a department store to buy gifts for her four children. The arraignment revealed she had been given ten dollars by her husband to purchase toys, but investigators noted the money trail and access to the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Jose
Christmas adjournment row stalls House action
Washington December 19 A spokesman for Iowa and other lawmakers urged immediate adjournment for Christmas. The clash centered on extending measures while the enrollment clerk had logged long hours. House members debated policy and procedural moves amid calls to delay broader legislation.
Untitled Fragment on Beer Halls and Regulation
Fragmentary OCR passage discusses beer halls and taxation in the United States, mentioning profits, regulation, and public debate. Scattered lines reference potential abolition, drink availability, and concerns about purity and control in beverage commerce.
Vatican Protests Over Archive Regulations and Nanking Relief
The Vatican issues a note of protest over alleged regimentation of archives and delays in delivering its statements to diplomatic corps. Meanwhile reports estimate up to 300000 people in Nanking and roughly 300000 nearby affected by hunger and refugee relief efforts across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vatican
Faris
Mgr Montagnigi
Holy See
Weather forecast for Georgia with warming trend
Weather summary notes rain likely Thursday and Friday with gradually rising temperatures. Northeast to easterly winds occur, with coastal and interior areas experiencing a slow temperature increase over the next 24 hours. Early month data and thermometer readings are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wan
Tor Thuratey
Ant Prtiay
Georgia
Law Smashed by Hitchcock and Wilson Confess Disregard
Two of Roosevelt's Cabinet members confess total disregard of law as revelations tied to actions by Hitchcock and Wilson surface, signaling a mounting political scandal. The disclosures center on senior officials' conduct and potential impact on administration integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Law
Hitchcock
Wilson
Roosewelt
Membr
Cabinet Members Face Senate Over Land Withdrawal
The Senate committee confronted Cabinet Secretary Hitchcock and Secretary Wilton as they defended actions to withdraw about 4 000 000 acres in the Indian Territory from allotment to create a forest preservation area. The interior department official denied authority for the move and argued it served a broader trust, while the committee pressed for specifics on the legality and impact on tribal rights.
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Antuchat Tees
Tong Ne
Aemice Assiskant
Agrcultural
Jack Geedon
Marin Tex
Pernuttel
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