Dreadful Accident During Air Show Performance
A parachute stunt ended in disaster as a bomb type device failed to explode and exploded near the earth. The flyer Duil or Dull was injured when the blast forced him to the ground. He and the audience misread the timing as the missile exploded within about 100 feet of the crowd. The victim’s leg was broken and he was taken to the hospital.
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J. H. Wright
Clarksdale
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Bright
Prince Francis held on charges amid blackmail claim
Ince Francis Joseph, a scion of a former regent, appeared with other men on criminal offenses. The magistrate found information true and remanded the prisoners. Prince Francis was allowed bail for his appearance, while companions remained in custody. His defense claims an attempted blackmail led to police arrest.
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Prince Francis
Debate on Irish Land Question Dominates Commons
A heated Commons debate centered on the Irish land question and the De Freyne estate evictions in Roscommon. Thomas W. Russell urged government action to prevent turmoil, calling for rent reductions of about 32 percent, while Mr. Wyndham defended law and order and noted past rent cuts. The House heard reports of tenant pressures and agitation as the king’s health updates and European diplomacy also appeared in proceedings.
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Ireland
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St. Paul Cathedral
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Cadet Tomb and Wife Honored by Congress
Kington July 2 Special The fifty first congress honors Cadet William Tomb and his wife after Tomb, denied a naval commission due to disability, seeks a congressional act to appoint him as ensign. Senators Foraker, Surn, and Taliaferro back the legislation, aiding the couple in a rocky, romantic battle.
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New York Units Plan San Francisco Trip With Light Infantry
Aged military group plans to join New York aid and five older organizations for a special train trip to San Francisco. The convoy will depart May 2, with five companies traveling three weeks.
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King Edward Improves Amid Indian Troop Review Story
King Edward enters another improved day as doctors limit his exposure. Queen Alexandra greets Indian troops on the palace balcony while the prince of Wales and Curzon lead the royal party through the lines. The royal fleet disperses after the Spithead review.
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Shot Down by a Burglar Albert Latimer Fatally Wounded
Albert C Latimer a wealthy Brooklyn stationer was fatally shot during a burglar's attack at his home. The masked robber escaped leaving shoes and cap. Mrs Latimer heard the noise, a struggle ensued, two shots fired, Latimer mortally wounded and taken to a hospital with no hope of recovery. A nearby police search found no trace of the intruder.
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Brooklyn
New York
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Declared War on Factories In Russian Riots
A Rostov-on-Don riot report says troops clashed with rioters, many killed or wounded. The mob, dressed in fancy uniforms, claimed czarist mission, calling for destruction of machinery and wrecking multiple factories as labor unrest spreads in Ekaterinoslav region.
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Reuter Telegram Company
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New Orleans Railway Co Increases Capital to 40 Million
The New Orleans Railway Company filed with the secretary of state a certificate increasing capital stock from 5 million to 40 million. Incorporated in January to construct and operate railways by electricity and other motive power. Certificate signed by Henry H. Pearson Jr. president and Theodore F. Losier secretary.
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Destructive Wisconsin Tornado Rips Raymond Area
A tornado swept 10 miles wide near Raymond Wisconsin causing one death and many injuries. Forty houses and barns destroyed, hundreds of trees down, and acres of grain damaged with losses near forty thousand dollars. Michigan storm adds fatalities and heavy property damage across several towns including North Adams Leonidas and Battle Creek with multiple injuries and ruined structures.
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Government of Philippine Measures in Operation
Washington reports steps to enact the Philippine government act, transferring authority from military to civil officials and reducing the militia. The census will be conducted by Filipinos with aid from Washington, aiming for local control. Acknowledgment of Taft’s view that the Philippine issue will fade like Puerto Rico. Also notes a windstorm in Momence, Illinois, with three reported deaths.
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Wall
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Manila
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Filpinos
Two Men Attack French Magazine Attempt to Bomb Outpost
July 2 reports two men attempted to blow up the magazine near the outpost wounding a sentinel who fired back. A similar May night attack is believed aimed at the same magazine which stored powder and 100,000 cartridges.
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