Chicago theatres closed amid asbestos violations after catastrophe
Mayor Harrison ordered 19 theatres and museums in Chicago closed for flagrant violations of regulations. Several leading playhouses were affected along with curtains and asbestos issues. The death toll from the disaster was expected to reach about 580 with 300 burial permits issued. many victims remained unidentified as searches continued.
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Chicago
Jan
Harrrison
Babe
Petition Aims to Pardon Goodwin Under Civil War Parole Bill
A Massachusetts petition to the Legislature seeks a parole based pardon for Henry K. Goodwin and similar life-term prisoners who served 15 years and were soldiers or sailors in the Civil War. Attorneys say the measure, led by Frank H. Parmalee, targets humane release. Goodwin expresses forgiveness and hope for freedom by spring. The piece also notes Chicago theatre closures ordered by Mayor Harrison and inspection demanding asbestos curtains.
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Army Navy Service
United Tes
Frank H. Parmalee
West End
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Clarence’ W. Rowley
Grand Army
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Father Carries Dead Daughter on Chicago Car
A distraught father on the Cottage Grove avenue cable line carried his dead daughter onto a Chicago car. The conductor refused to allow a body onboard but the man drew a revolver, declaring the child his daughter and that he would take her home. Others intervened, allowing him to depart with the corpse.
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Chicago
Cottage Grove Avenue
Rolston
Tor
Good Resolutions A Health Reminder From Mother Johns Medicine
A health note warns against neglecting a cold as it can lead to bronchitis or pneumonia. It criticizes patent medicines and opium based tonics, urging avoidance of drugs that sap strength. It promotes Mother Johns Medicine as a non opium remedy that nourishes the body to fight illness.
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Fire erupts at Murray Hill Hotel damaging wing and roof
A three alarm fire broke out this afternoon on the sixth floor of the Murray Hill Hotel at Forty first Street and Park Avenue. The blaze climbed to the seventh floor and roof, causing about $10,000 in damage. Guests fled in panic as firefighters battled the flames and electric wires briefly hampered access.
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New York
Jan
Murray Hill
Fortyfirst Street
Park’ Avenue
Teia
Rumor of Pin Pinion sunk by American warships circulates
The report claimed General Pinion had been sunk by U.S. warships but lacked confirmation. The Mayflower, with Admiral Coghlan’s flag, left the harbor this morning amid persistent rumors of new ships in the area. The rumor was noted as unfounded and without foundation.
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Tigit
Pinin
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Coghlan
Navy Secretary Says No News on Colombian Vessel Sinking Rumor
Secretary Darling said he had received no information about a rumored sinking of a Colombian vessel by an American warship and believed there was no substantiation for the report.
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Washington
Darling
Navy Department
Weather Forecast for Boston and Vicinity Weekend
Forecast called for Saturday fair in Boston and vicinity with increasing cloudiness on Sunday. Occasional snow possible as westerly winds develop, bringing unsettled conditions.
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Boston
Temperature Report From West Coa Teeming Washington
A weather bulletin notes yesterday's temperatures across western coast areas near Washington. Readings show notable warmth amid typical patterns, with brief fluctuations reported in coastal cities and inland valleys.
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West
Coa
Washington
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