Tragic Theatre Fire Claims Dozens in Boyertown
A catastrophic theater fire in Boyertown Pa last night killed nearly 100 people and injured many more as panicked patrons fled. The stage show The Heottiah Reformation was underway when an explosion and rapid blaze trapped audiences trapping families and leaving hospitals overflowing with the wounded. Police and volunteers from surrounding towns rushed aid and temporary hospitals were set up as the death toll rose with numerous victims identified in lists from local families.
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Tayane
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Rorertown
Aldrich measure may lift values of bonds says Forgan
Jamen B. Forgan, chairman of the Chicago Clearing House, writes to Senator Hopkins that India option within the Aldrich currency plan would raise municipal and railroad bond values. He argues banks could not afford private circulation privileges at a high rate and that currency withdrawal would undermine the intended goal causing potential panic.
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Chicago Clearing House Association
Benator Hopkins
India
Wren
Real Estate Transfers in Kootenai County
Following in list of real estate transfers for Kootenai county as furnished by Pamhandle Abstract Company Anton Cariaon to Armold Krueger Commerce part of Lot I block two sow n xivem 2500 A Billato K Mepers lot 11 Mack 44 O'Rirles addition to Coeur A Alvan S47H
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Pamhandle Abstract Company
Anton Cariaon
Armold Krueger
Commerce
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Mack
O'Rirles
Coeur A Alvan
Northern Pacific Likely Cuts Palouse Passenger Service
Persistent reports say Northern Pacific will curtail Palouse branch passenger service by ending trains to Moscow and reducing Spokane to Lewiston trips. One Spokane Moscow service remains as the Moscow cutoff is placed in service, with public concern cited at headquarters amid discussions.
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Sumor
Northern Pacific
Palouse
Moscow
Spokane
Lewiston
California Joe Death Fades Quietly After Frontier Ties
California Joe Amero known as California Joe died Friday after a life marked by frontier ties with both white settlers and Indian communities. A noted figure on the Almon River cattle range, he aided settlers with warning of Indian approaches during the Noz Parce conflict and faced business decline as stock growth challenged his operations.
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Avero
Almon
Lane Tragedy Coroner Inquest Delves Into Beothy Murder
A coroner's inquest at Lane investigated the murder of Rhoda Norton by Henry Beythan who then killed himself after shooting Norton. Beythan had attempted to kill his wife unseen in the same incident as witnesses described jealous rage targeting Norton and Quaries. The jury, led by Justice of the Peace Mike Wall, could not reach an afternoon verdict as details emerged of alleged temporary insanity and Beythan's fixation on Norton.
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Rhoda Norton
Henry Beythan
Beythan
Mise Norton
Mike Wall
Tate
Reythan
Mine Norton
Claude Quaries
J. P. Quaries
Claude Queries
Miss Norton Buodny
Miss Norton
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Inquest Held Over Lane Tragedy Involving Beythan and Ithoda Norton
The inquest into the Lane tragedy reveals Beythan, 28, believed he killed his wife Ithoda Norton, 20, before possibly shooting himself. Beythan and Ithoda had lived in Lane for about six months with their spouses after moving from the union. Mike Wait claimed county coroner authorization to conduct the inquest, but Judge Med al Heal questioned the proceedings and noted the verdict had not been reached. Funeral services for Beythan were held this afternoon, with Ithoda Norton’s funeral slated for tomorrow.
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Lane
Whoda Norton
George Norton
Raythan
Noreton
Hadal
Oher
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Heal
Mike Wait
Medal Henmediately
Beythan
Ithoda Norton
Beythat
University 18 Prosperous New Equipment and Many Changes
Report on university growth with record attendance around 430 students and 30 percent rise over last year. New chairs for classrooms and library, Morrill Hall improvements, and a modernized metallurgy and civil engineering setup. New staff member Professor Hutton leads upgraded departments, plus extensive construction on administration and mining facilities.
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Prancie Jenkin
Jenkins
Morrill
Agricultus
Ermnassium
Jenking
Civil Engineer
Little
Rimrock Water Light and Power Company Formed
The Rimrock Water Light and Power Company organized at the Trust & Investment offices on January 14 to elect officers. G W Mason was named president and general manager, W Craik second vice president, J P Sealion vice president, L A Bargent treasurer, and W W Leeper secretary. The venture aims to acquire the State Trust and Government company holdings at Garwood Idaho and develop water rights and springs to supply the city with pure water. The plan calls for extensive development, including bringing water from Garwood springs and underground sources to supply domestic uses and stock water, and to fund construction under expert supervision. A related report notes potential flows of eight to ten cubic feet per second and emphasizes the value of spring and underground water purity. The article also covers a separate account of pedestrians, led by Hawpple and others, attempting a long-distance walk from Spokane toward Chicago with plans for a nationwide physical culture display.
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Hew Corporation
Resistent Authority
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Harwood
Aine
Wales
New
Pere Coun
Ite
RIM Myson & Eyetomatic and Energetic Development
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Manaae
Enatoenr
Oomwr Talene
Mueriala
Wrestlers Clash As Ramp and Bandow Impress Crowd
Carl Ranpp and Deter Keown stage an athletic war while a young Bandow, famed as the world record strength holder at 14 pounds, leads the charge. Ward Wright and the doctor accompany Ramp as they travel on foot to the event amid strong spectator interest.
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Deter Keown
Warit
Bandow
Ritg
Ramp
Ward Wright
Mysterious disappearance shocks Spokane amid murder tie
Spokane news recounts a baffling case dating from December with a missing youth linked to a saloon incident and a possible chemic exposure. The story follows a family, local clues, and police statements as investigators pursue leads across Hillyard and nearby streets.
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