30 Jul 1907
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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1907
Page
1
Frantic inmates at a New York facility sparked an early hour escape attempt that ended in a deadly fire or collapse, leaving twenty lives lost. Authorities investigate cause and accountability as survivors recount chaotic scenes and people trapped inside the structure.
New York news reports a long fire disaster in New York and Long Island with many deaths and property losses including Christie Street tenement, Long Beach hotel, and Steeple Chase Park. Idaho news confirms William D. Haywood is acquitted of Governor Steunenberg's murder after an eighty day trial, with reactions from Governor Gooding and supporters.
In Long Beach New York on July 29 a major hotel fire forced 800 guests to flee the burning Long Beach hotel. The three story 600 foot long wooden structure housed up to 1100 people and the loss is about 200000 with no deaths or injuries reported. Guests, stripped of clothing and personal effects, were sheltered by cot tagers on the beach as hall boys and clerks rescued occupants.
Indianapolis report states Mrs. Lucinda Morton widow of Oliver P Morton former Indiana governor has died in her home.
Bryan Texas July 29 The livery stable of Reynolds and Edge was destroyed by fire. Horses were saved. The loss is about 4000 dollars.
Hallettsville Tex July 29 there is but one inmate of the Lavaca county jail charged with a felony Local court reports indicate the count of felony defendants remains singular despite ongoing charges and investigations.
Gainesville Texas records a scorching 104 degree reading at 10 o'clock Sunday, part of a lingering hot spell. The high temperatures affect outdoor activities and daily routines in the city.
President Roosevelt appoints W J Scott as postmaster at Denison Texas in an announcement from Oyster Bay dated July 29.
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