Dynamite Cap Explosion Fatal to Boy in Titusville
Titusville sustained a tragic accident during a public stone laying event when dynamite caps exploded while boys played with them. Gov. George Slagter, 9, died from severe injuries including a crushed leg and facial losses, while Remy dolph Pratt, age unknown, suffered extensive burns and possible eye injuries. Witnesses James Connell and David Buenan reported blue smoke and rushed to aid. Pratt was taken to hospital with serious burns though initial prospects of recovery remained uncertain.
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Titusville
Colestack
Titusvilla
Asvay
George David Slagter
Remydolph Pratt
Cornierstone
James M. Connell
David Buenan
Central Avenue
Kerr T Street
Connell
Sali
Death Claims W E Messenger Columbus Resident
W E Messenger a long time Columbus resident died at home just before one o'clock this morning at age 71. Born May 13, 1839 in Concord township, he had been in declining health and was hospitalized Thursday. Survived by widow and two sons Glyde Messenger of Columbus and Thomas J. Messenger of this city. Services will be held Thursday afternoon at two at the late home with interment in David Curtis cemetery in Columbus.
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Wiliam JB. Messenger
Columbus
Mibening
Messenger
Concord Township
Wis
Massenger
Glyde Messenger
Thomas J. Messenger
Wynera
Nomé
Miurstay
Iorment
David Curis
Showery week ends with Labor Day plans across Pennsylvania
The Star notes a week ending August 24 with 19 drivers license revocations, 27 suspensions, and 59 restorations by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and State Highway Department in Harrisburg. It reports a Butler State Police rodeo with horsemanship feats, a drought affecting employment, schools to open September 9, and preparations for a 95th Methodist Conference in DuBois. Community events, rainfall, and civic notes fill the region, including city council postponements and grand jury plans in Erie.
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Bureau of Motor Vehicles
State Highway Department
Lcenses
Har ‘Pishrg
First Methodist Episcopal
DuBoisy
Irie
Methodist Hpiocopal Church
Erie
Joyous Foot Bath For Corns Radox Promise
An ad touts Radox foot bath for corns and callouses. Mix two tablespoons in a gallon of water, soak nightly for eight to four nights to soften and lift out corns, claim relief from pain and burning, and promote fresh feet. Sold at local pharmacies and drug stores.
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Radox
Radox Et Condia
Keister
Polar explorers Andree believed starved on Arctic trek
Reported witnesses and officials debate the fate of balloonists Andree and companions after their failed attempt to reach the pole. They likely wandered south toward White Island, faced exhaustion and open water, and perished from starvation as their small raft failed to traverse the ice. The Brattvang's arrival brings fresh details as crowds greet horn and crew.
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Faye
Panions
Arctic
Andree
White Island
Thermainlane
Tromsue
Waound
Dr. Horn
Brativane
Brockway Man Found Guilty Of Voluntary Manslaughter
Louis DeMaria of Brockway was found guilty by a Brookville jury of voluntary manslaughter in the April 1 slaying of Alfred Pedace. DeMaria fled after the shooting, then surrendered about three months later claiming self defense.
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Louis DeMaria
Brockway
Brookville
Alfred Pedace
DeMatto
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George Slagter
Mie Pratthay
Ttars
Death Clains
W.E. Messenger
Pennsylvania
Butler Yester
Gay
Peter Glick
State Secretary of Labor and Industry
Glick
Erie County Court
Wrié
Youngsville
Donia Morton
East South Street
Muskingum Colege
Youngsville High School
Melody of Valleé
Oil City
St. Joseph's
N. R. Buller
Aallenies
Game Commission
Associated Gas and Electric System
Rudy Vallee and
Dua Co
Yankees
Celoron Park
Taek Dare
Leo Murphy
Red Wing Flying Service
Buller
Dare
Butler
Dave
Murphy
Penn Yan
N.Y
Corry
Corty
J. St
West Church Street
Nasty Ladies
Stone U School
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