07 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1903
Page
1
A severe cloudburst causes widespread damage near Greensburg Pennsylvania with reports of flooding and property loss. Emergency crews assess affected areas as residents seek shelter and aid. Local officials urge caution and debris removal as cleanup begins.
A cloudburst sent a 20 foot wall of water through Oakford Park and Brush Creek ravine near Jeannette on Sunday. Fifty to seventy five people died or were drowned amid wrecked cars and a flooded town, with Greensburg and nearby towns suffering extensive damage as the flood path moved through rooms. Total losses exceed $800 000.
July 6 Evansville Indiana reports a white mob of about 200 surrounds the jail after a petrolman’s murder. Troops guard the jail as bars are battered and shots fired. Two black residents killed and several injured as armed Negroes march and loot a hardware store.
Former Texas governor Hoge, during a New Orleans visit on July 6, said he never desired a U S Senate seat. He stated as governor he held a higher post and declined to discuss possible candidacy when asked directly.
Victoria Texas July 6 The Guadalupe river flood reaches its quickest rise and largest scope since 1869, eclipsing high water marks set in 1900 and last March at Victoria and nearby areas.
Rome reports the dying pontiff receiving last rites as cardinals and the sacred college surround his bedside. Pope Leo recited the creed and received absolution before a solemn benediction, while relatives and guards observed in solemn reverence.
City Secretary I A Moore 52, long a Dallas resident and former deputy sheriff, was shot and killed by his son Ernest 22 after attacking his brother Carl 19 during a family dispute at the residence. Ernest fired four shots wounding his father in the upper chest. Moore died of internal hemorrhage before help arrived.
Nat Kim ball, a negro, charged with the murder of Mrs. Emil Kronie near New Braunfels, was captured by Deputy Sheriff Stokes of Guadalupe county. He was brought to San Antonio under guard after donning female attire to avoid lynching. he confessed and then reconsidered.
A local firm states a ten percent cash discount only if payment accompanies the coupon book purchase at their office. Paying after purchase does not qualify. They warn customers to adhere to this policy to cover expenses. Gold band hams and Breakfast bacon are advertised as high quality with weekly fresh shipments. Addresss 203.
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