31 Jan 1901
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Newspaper
Condon Globe
Location
Condon, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1901
Page
1
The column surveys global and domestic news from the past week, noting Aguinaldo and other figures, battles, fires, ship voyages, riots, and political shifts. It mentions murder, insurrection, weather, economic notes, and cultural milestones across nations and states, with scattered details on ships, railways, and officials.
A massive fire in Montreal gutted the Board of Trade building and surrounding properties. Estimated losses reach 2.6 million to 3 million dollars as flames from the wholesale clothier premises on Lemare and St. Peter streets consumed a three story stone structure. Crowds jammed streets, police struggled to control the area, and several people suffered injuries amid frigid conditions.
A morning blaze at a commercial hotel in Kewanee Illinois killed three men and injured several others. The dead include C C Cotton from Terre Haute Indiana, Elmer Peterson from Galesburg Illinois, and James Facher from Walnut Alabama. John Gruber of Fort Wayne Indiana and Martin Jacobs of Chicago were among those who attempted to escape by jumping from third floor windows. An explosion in the kitchen propelled flames through the building and cut off stairway exits as guests crowded the windows seeking safety.
Reports from Cheyenne indicate a gang tried to derail the Overland Express near Kearney with rocks on the track. A pedestrian was robbed and beaten, then fled to raise the alarm as troops pursued the assailants. one robber was captured while others fled.
Cesare Gierco and JgB 25 J. W. Thom, a consumptive, arrived in British Columbia on the Steamer City of California but were refused landing due to contagious disease. This is the first documented instance of a person with consumption being denied admission.
Philadelphia January 25. Judge Jarmes P Sterrett former member of the supreme court of Philatelia died at his home following a long illness. The death ends a noted judicial career in the island colony.
A chaotic report describes widespread wrecking from a South Sea tornado near New Hebrides and New Britain. Many natives drowned, vessels wrecked, wharves washed away, and rescue efforts hampered by continued fire and rough seas. French traders allegedly stirred anti British sentiment among locals.
The naval board led by Judge Advocate General Lumley weighs the radiiability of purchasing a floating drydock from Spain for Havana harbor. It could require over 500000 dollars to fit for a voyage. Admiral Endicott says no need to acquire the dock and Secretary Long approves this view.
The London Times editorial warns of a threatening ampeat of Russian policy in China as discussions on a German alliance loom. In Annapolis New York a Sherman representative introduces a naval reform proposal. Florida residents show rising interest in small fruit and orange farming.
William Gallinger son of United States Senator Gallinger begins novitiate at Graymore monastery near Garrivon-on-Hadson in the Order of Atonement. He is to be known as Brother Leo after two years of training and may become a missionary upon completion.
Rome reports the passing of Giuseppe Verdi born 1813 near Parma. He wrote many operas including Trovatore Aida and Otello and served Italy as minister of public instruction. Verdi received honors from France Russia Egypt and Australia.
Martin Stickel was hanged in Kalama Washington on Friday for the murder near here in November 1899. The private execution occurred at 9 57 and was carried out peacefully with Sheriff and attendants present. The body was sent for burial with the mother and brother. The report also notes other distant items including a New York death and Civil War veteran comments.
Local items report Jackson County and nearby areas: tax levies discussed, Baker City school electors approve a 1 mill special tax, and Eugene undertakes hospital building with nearby bridge repairs. Occasional mining activity noted near Amity and Lostine with ore prospects and railroad maintenance underway.
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