Freight wreck and dynamite explosion at Ashley yards
A Jersey Central wreck in Ashley yesterday killed Frank McLaughlin age 27 of Mauch Chunk and Michael Bird 22 of Astley and William Buckley 28 of Wilkes Barre, fatally injuring two unknown men. Engineer John Kehing and John Koughley were badly injured and scalded. The runaway train struck engines, 30 boxes of aluminite exploded, 18 cars wrecked, tracks and nearby structures damaged.
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Wilkesharre
Jersey Central Railroad
Ashley
Frank McLaughlin
Mauch Chunk
Michael Bird
Astley
William Buckley
John Kehing
John Koughley
Ashley Yards
England Happy as Buller Holds Spion Kop Front
London reports Gen Buller praising his troops as splendid after taking Spion Kop. Analysts note Boer entrenchments along Ladysmith frontier remain strong though strategic gains are hailed. Reinforcements from India and adjusted commands follow, with mixed signals from Free State leaders and foreign observers.
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London
Buller
England
Spionkop
Charles Warren
Miles
Warren
Spion Kop
Ladysmith
Bern Stods
Vyhe Wilcu Coede
Durban
India
Grain and Livestock Prices Across Markets Report
Indianapolis Wheat and corn hold steady amid mixed demand while cattle and hogs show varied moves. Chicago and Cincinnati quotes note firm wheat and mixed cattle, with New York livestock steady on hogs and firm on sheep and lambs. Toledo reports steady wheat and dull oats in cash markets.
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Indianapolis
Sie Thy
Udala
Chicago
Cincinnati
New York
Toledo
Crippscu Wy Rheum Attributed Cure Claims
A reader recounts using a blood remedy for rheumatism and claims full recovery after taking a preparation containing potash and mercury was avoided. The account asserts rheumatism is a blood disease and promotes a specific tonic as curative, noting past skepticism and widespread knowledge of the condition.
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Swift Specific, Company
Atlanta
Georgia
Explosion and unrest near Warren linked to gas belt blast
Eyewitness John Carruthers reports a massive nitroglycerin explosion near Warren on January 26. The blast damaged the gas belt area and caused widespread alarm, with observers likening it to an earthquake. The incident touches on government response and law enforcement.
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Warren
Jod
Standard Oil Company
John Carruthers
Rengeleas
Cincinnati University Professors Resign Amid Controversy
Professor Myers resigns from Cincinnati University History Department in protest over President Ayers plan to reshuffle professorships. Open letter to trustees accuses Ayers of professional assassination and secrecy, urging others to resist changes while alleging grounds for dismissal lack public justification.
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Myers
Ayers
Cincinnati
Cincinnati University
Brown
Benedet
P. VII
Alvers
Ieee
Ayres Hever
Bank Failure Sparks Uncertain Probes in Port Jain
Amid rumors and a weakened economy the National Bank of Carnaiionario closed for examination. President Adelbert Tiehbanend died three months ago and depositors fear losses as investigators assess liquidity and governance. Officials warn it will take weeks to restore trust and stabilize funds.
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Lustitusio
Conadiadon
Port Jain
Naonal Datuk
Carnaiionario
Adelbert
Tiehbanend
Ate
Clark Pa
N.Y
Haynes
Teave Treen
Taataer Grratenie
Cain
Open Rebellion in Hawaiian Town Defies Government
Honolulu reports indicate strong local defiance as the town of Wilile openly resists government authority. Widespread unrest and lack of cooperation threaten the enforcement of orders, with residents appearing hesitant to aid authorities during the disturbance.
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Honolulu
Victoria
B. Co
Uwile
Ahawalian
Expulsion Vote Cast in State Senate Debate on Roberts Case
A senate vote expelled Roberts amid party lines and a procedural fight over a resolution. Democrats and Populists supported the expulsion, Republicans opposed, with the outcome described as a controversial parliamentary move and a party clash over conduct and the canons.
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II Roberts
Utah
Bris Rey
Adeben
Roberts
Min Baees Ous
H Roberts
Pss
Anas Roberts
Saad Pracie
Obe
Ater
Ak Outibet
Jost
Wosterding
Senate
Geo
Marte
Mississippi
N. Hla
Owas
Mievean
Ali Cid
Ds Aibsett
Elder Allery Sued for Divorce and Alimony Case
Elder David C. Allery, a blind octogenarian, faces a divorce suit filed by his wife who seeks 25 000 dollars alimony and 10 000 dollars for attorney fees. The case notes his reputation as a founder of dissenting churches despite ill treatment claims. The report also mentions anxious friends for other local servicemen.
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Stillwell
Ind
Mahlon Gause
Gause
Friends’ Faith
Mr. Gause
South Bend
Snad
David C. Allery
Allery
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