Collision At Sea Leaves Walla Walla Tragedy Toll
The French bark Max collided with and sank the steamship Walla Walla early Thursday. Max, towed to San Francisco in a damaged state, had its bowsprit and bow stove in. Nine dead and a mix of 13 missing passengers and 20 missing crew tie the loss, with 42 likely lost. Captain Hall recounts the disaster and rescue efforts as revenge winds down.
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Ghastly Boiler Explosion Kills Three in Mason Georgia
A freight engine from the Central Railroad of Georgia exploded as it fired up in the Mason roundhouse killing three machinists and injuring several others. Wives and children gathered at the gates as the region felt the blast seven miles away. The dead are E W Hodges J M McDonald and A Cornelius the latter a colored helper. Henry Fox and J J O Neill were fatally injured. The cause remains unknown though it’s suspected a water injection on a hot crown triggered the disaster.
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Denver Citizens Up in Arms Patrol Night Streets
Denver residents form a committee of safety to patrol streets at night with armed citizens oversight. The plan seeks heavy penalties and public accountability to deter criminals amid a surge of robberies assaults and murders in the past months.
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Boy Murderer Gets 20 Years For Wiltberger Killing
Clyde Moore a 17 year old boy convicted of second degree murder for killing farmer C L Wiltberger near Winfield Kansas last April was sentenced to 20 years in the penitentiary He smiled at the verdict His lawyer sought a reform school term but Judge McBride ruled he was mature enough to know his actions Wiltberger was shot from behind while driving to town and his body found in the wagon Three checks received for his wheat were missing A 13 year old boy Clyde Betts was tried and acquitted while another youth later confessed involvement in the crime
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Governor Hunt Praises Porto Rico Legislature
Governor Hunt's message to the Porto Rico legislature reports 1901 achievements. It notes free trade with the United States seven months before tariff change, growing schools, railroads, commerce, exports, and agriculture profits. It emphasizes tolerance, reduced antagonism, and debt repayment.
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Steps to Prevent Merger in Minnesota Rail Case
Governor Van Sant and Attorney General Douglass return to the capitol to tackle the railway merger. Douglass to travel to Washington tonight to file Minnesota’s suit in the federal Supreme Court, with associates George P. Wilson and M. D. Munn joining for the hearings.
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Peking In Gala Attire On Eve Of Court Return
In Peking on January 6 the capital dressed in gaudy splendor as the court prepares to return. The main streets along the procession route feature two buildings reserved for legation members to witness the re entry, a historic and unprecedented concession.
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Miss Alice Roosevelt to Christening Kaiser's Yacht
Washington January 4 Miss Alice Roosevelt eldest daughter of President Roosevelt will christen the German Kaiser's new yacht now under construction at Staten Island New York The invitation was extended through Dr von Holleben the German ambassador to the United States
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British Losses in South Africa Reported in London
The total reduction of Britain's South African forces from the war’s start to December 31 totals 24,299 men. Of these, 19,430 were killed or died. Another 64,330 were invalided home, most of whom recovered and rejoined their commands. Also notes an incident involving Professor Rudolph Virchow in Berlin.
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Pro Boer Meeting Draws Four Thousand in Cleveland
In Cleveland Gray's Armory a pro Boer gathering of about four thousand praised the Boers. Hon. William J. Bryan and Mayor Johnson spoke after the speeches, urging U S sympathy and calling on President Roosevelt to enforce the 1871 Washington treaty and end reconcentration camps.
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Week's Review of Trade Quiet Overall With Iron Rise
Bradstreet's notes satisfaction with the old year and confidence for the new. The week was quiet with emphasis on settling old business, stock-takings, and future preparations. Iron and steel show activity growth, but car shortages hinder production and consumption. Grains rise, wheat supports coarse grains, winter wheat crops look favorable.
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Record Wheat Prices Spark Broad Grain Rally in Chicago
Chicago grain markets surged as May wheat hit a new high of 81 1 2 cents, up 14 1 2. May corn rose 4 1 2 cents and May oats 2 1 2 cents higher. Provisions closed up 24 1 2 cents with pork and ribs showing notable gains amid strong cash grain quotes.
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Kansas City Live Stock Market Figures Report
Kansas City cattle receipts total about 6 000 with 1 500 Texans and 60 calves. Hogs receipts near 11 000 with prices top 6 65, typical 5 70 to 6 55. Sheep receipts 3 000 with fed lambs 5 75 to 9 0 and wethers 3 50 to 4 50.
South Omaha Livestock Market Summary Amid Receipts Slump
Cattle receipts reach 3700 with declines of 10 to 15 cents. ranges include native steers 3.75 to 6.40, western and Texas cattle across several brackets. Hogs at 7000 head show 10 cent dip. heavy to mixed sales 6.70 to 6.25, pigs 4.50 to 5.60. Sheep receipts 2700 remain active with fed muttons 4.00 to 4.75 and lambs 4.50 to 5.90.
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St Joseph Live Stock Prices and Receipts
Cattle receipts total 2 800 with prices down 25e per head. Natives at 3.25 to 7.15. cows and heifers 3. 23675 15. yearlings 3.00 to 6.00. stockers and feeders 2.00 to 4.15. Hogs receipts 6 000 down 10¢. light to mixed 5.75 to 6.35. median and heavy 6.15 to 6.65. pigs 3.75 to 4.80.
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