Explosion at Frankfort works kills and injures hundreds
A massive blast at an electro chemical plant near Griesheim caused large fires and extensive damage. Troops and fire brigades battled the blaze for hours as smokeless powder and picric acid receptacles exploded. Officials fear nearly 200 dead or injured. Train service was halted except for rescue trains.
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Frankfort-On-Thee-Mais
Electro-Chemical Works
Diriesheim
Frankfort
Mayence
Sages
Iividers
Griesheim
Conger Arrives in San Francisco on Nippon Maru
Maj. Kk. HW. Conger United States minister to China lands in Frisco on sixty days leave with wife daughter and niece. They plan homeward journey via Des Moines Iowa after brief rest and a possible gubernatorial bid he hints. Large Iowa welcome expected at state line and Des Moines.
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Frisco
San Francisco
Maj
Kk. HW. Conger
United States
China
Migs Aura Conger
Mary Conger Pierce
Des Moines
Iowa
Washington
Pekin March Jr
Hong Kong
Shanghai
America
Congers
State Line
Council Bluffs
State House
Conger
Omaha Will Spend 100000 in Sioux City Shops Move
President Marvin Hughitt of the Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha Railway said in St Paul that about 100000 will be spent to enlarge and improve repair and construction shops in Sioux City. He denied consolidation talks with the Northwestern system and declined to comment on Union Pacific negotiations. The report notes Daughters of the Revolution elections and a fund to aid college education for eligible members. An escaped convict surrendered in Joplin after attending religious services and conversion. President Diaz unable to leave Mexico City due to business, and plans for a meeting with McKinley are unlikely during the Pacific coast trip.
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Omaha
Sioux Cit
Northwestern
Hughitt
Union Pacific
Daughters of the Revolution
New York
National Society of Daughters of the Revolution
McKinley
Afixico Crry
Las
McKinly
Lorde
Pacific Coast
Diaz
el Taso
Ohio River Flood Expands Across Cincinnati Area
River stage near 7.6 feet early Wednesday rose rapidly but slowed to about half an inch per hour. Officials predict the Ohio will crest around 58.5 feet Thursday afternoon, threatening Newport Bellevue Covington and Cincinnati districts with widespread inundation.Recovery and rescue teams operate from boats as businesses and homes flood, with several structures submerged and multiple casualties reported.
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Ohio
Taylor
Newport
Bellevue
Dayton
Covington
John Brenner
Bromley
Laidlaw Lagoon
Kentucky
Coney Island
Cincinnati
Chester Park
Fleischmann
Pollee Ueitsch
Portland Electrician Kills Three in Office Tragedy
Sworge F. Brainerd, a New England Telephone foreman, drew a 38 caliber revolver during a chat and opened fire on fellow workers in Portland Maine. One man, T. Farnham of Boston, died instantly. Earle Buxton died later. Elmer Z. Lane and James Wadsworth were fatally injured. Deputy Marshal W A Frith was wounded attempting arrest. Brainerd showed no clear signs of mental illness but acted in an inexplicable frenzy while a crew of fourteen installed a new exchange system on the building’s upper floor.
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Portland Electrician
Portlanx v
Portand
New England Telephone Company
Sworge Ft. Brainerd
W. A. Frith
Dl. Farnham
Boston
Earle Buxton
Elmer Z. Lane
Mechanics Falls
James Wadsworth
Lewiston
Telephone Company
Farnham
Fireman Killed in Pittsburgh Furniture House Fire
A blaze gutted Barker Williams & Co. at 817 Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh. Fireman Edward Hasenmeyer of Engine 18 was carried from the eighth floor to the cellar via an elevator shaft and his body remains missing. The three upper floors were destroyed with about $75,000 in losses and $54,000 in insurance.
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Pitesburg
Prepepene
Penn Avenue
Barker
Walliams & Co
Edward Hasenmeyer
Nu. 1S
Barker, Williams & Co
iKb
Supreme Court rules on validity of out of state divorce decrees
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday on several cases about interstate divorce decrees. It held that if the couple established legal residence in the decree state, the divorce is valid nationwide. If there was no legal residence in the granting state, the decree may not be valid elsewhere.
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Supreme Court
Washiseton
United States Supreme Court
Busta
United States
Altbania Votes For Constitutional Convention In May
In Altbania a near sweep supports a convention to draft a new constitution by May. Statewide turnout is light though most counties reportedly back the plan, with the focus on courts officer terms and related reforms.
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Aldbania
Moxtuumbay
Alt
Altbani
Waldersee and Chaffee Clash Over China Troop Guards
German Field Marshal Waldersee asks that German troops guard the Forbidden City gate after American withdrawal, while General Chaffee says U S troops will continue to guard it. Germans protest, claiming the move impugns American honesty and desire to police. foreign powers discuss the issue daily without current willingness to reduce claims.
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America
Peem
Mr. Rochuill
Gen. Chaffee
Chinege
China
von Waldersee
Forbidden City
Chaffee
United States
Legation Guains
Claffve
No Peace Without It Gen Formenda Sees Cuban Independence
Gen Rafael Vormende said ninety nine percent of Cubans want absolute independence and seek an end to U S military occupation. A small group of insurgents with commercial motives favors annexation but many Spaniards and Cubans alike favor independence and doubt guarantees by the United States. He warned that peace without independence is impossible and noted risks of war if sympathy fades between peoples.
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Formenda
Vian
United States
Cuba
Baby Buried Alive In New York Rescue Sparks Arrests
A two week old baby was buried alive by a man and a woman in New York but was saved by Patrick McEvoy of Hastings who uncovered the infant as it suffocated. Theabductor pair matching the rescuer's description were arrested shortly after the grisly attempt.
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New York
Dma
Patrick McEvoy
Hastings
McEvoy
Amman
Ben
Salem bank closed amid litigation heirs of Interm Kosher
Salem Oregon reports the Galbert brothers bank closure to protect deposits including school savings funds. Estimated deposits range from 20 030 to 175 000 dollars with about 1.8 of these to school accounts distributed among many children. A masked assailant struck a prominent resident near Peplar Flat and fled as a posse pursues the suspect.
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Salem
Gre
Bank of Galbert Bros
Interm
UN School Savings Bank
Gilbert Brothers
First National Bank
Mascoow
Idaho
Floods and Winter Storm Ravage States From Canada to South Carolina
Floods driven by a fierce storm and two days of continuous rain and snow crippled industry and transport across Ohio Pennsylvania Virginia Kentucky and southern states. Bridges washed out streetcars stalled and rail service halted as crews fought back the rising waters. Damages reach millions, with factories and mines shut and workers displaced.
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Canada
South Carolina
Ohio
Ennsylvania
Virginias
Skentucky
Enfery
Kaivine
Wayne
Salem
Massilion
Cleveland
Lake Erie
Woarduay
Leavittsdaing
Elisstown
Youngstown
Perth
Cay
Bandits Hold Up Train in Arkansas Cauebrake
Six masked robbers halted the Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gate Railroad express train four miles west of Iron Mountain crossing near the Arkansas line. They shot the express messenger and guards, looted the Wells Fargo strong box, worth about $3,000, as passengers watched. The bandits fled with the treasure after blowing open the safe. authorities set up search lines near Halbert, Ark.
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Arkaansas Cauebrake
Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gate Railroad
Memphis
Iron Mountain Crossing
Arkansas Line
Wells-Fargo Express Company
Exress
Brambies
Tre
Nelson
Nial
Halbert Ark
GOOD ROADS OR NO MAILS DECLARED FOR CARRIERS
Rural mail service hinges on road conditions, with the Post Office Department warning that mail delivery could be abolished if roads are not kept in fair repair. The order targets farmers and winter delays, signaling a potential service disruption until access improves.
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Iiurdupmn
Flood Damage Strikes Allegheny Region and Inland Panhandle
The Panhandle and Allegheny Valleys suffer flood damage with homes and businesses flooded. River downstreams rise, roads and tracks wrecked, and multiple towns report submerged properties. Estimated property losses reach millions with weather delays and costly flood-control measures anticipated.
Worst Flood Years Known In Ohio Valley History
The Ohio River rose rapidly over several days, flooding the valley and damaging farms and hedges. Residents faced ruined crops, riverbank erosion, and warnings of spring floods as authorities tracked the rising waters and prepared relief measures.
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Ohio Valley
Schmie
New Attorney General Knox Aides and Aides
Philanter C. Knox is named Attorney General by President McWinkes. Once tied to Carnegie Steel and dredge interests, his salary will be modest by Washington standards. He is a clubman, horseman, and noted social figure with ties to Pittsburgh and New York societies. a life of public service and extensive legal work is anticipated.
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Philanter C. Knox
McWinkes
Dulur W. Griggs
Deat
Mawinex
Washington
Carnegie Steel Guanpany
Kix
Dingesne Club
Pitesburg
Americus Club
Titesburg Gale and County Club
Chien League
Lawyers’ Club of
New York
Laav
Congregationalist Herron Faces Trial for Conduct
Grinnell sources state Prof Geo Herron will be tried by the Congregational Association not for heresy but for conduct unbecoming a Christian and gentleman. Officials deny any move to expel him, and emphasize due process with chance for defense amid public scrutiny.
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Herron
Grinnell
Ferron
J. C. Within
Gained
Lowe
Vitti
Durch
Teachers at Sheldon in Northwestern Iowa session
The Northwestern Iowa Teachers Association held a three day session in Sheldon on April 18 19 and 20 with large attendance including State Superintendent Barrett. Highlights included roundtable discussions in city superintendents high school and primary groups and an evening program featuring Dr I Benjamin Andrews. Officers for next year were elected across sections and Dr Andrews gave a featured address.
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Northwestern
Lowa Teachers’ Association
Sheldon
Barrett
Northwest
Northwestern Iowa ‘Teachers’ Association
Hutton
N. Spencer
Algong
A.B. Warner
Missouri Valley
W. Ame
Beardstear
Ames
E. 4
Freeman
W. H. Clark
Rock Valley
A. H. Bigelow
LeMaurs
Mattie Hills
Rural
F. E. Lark
Onawa
Floral
Oak
Boyden
Harriett Stevens
Alpena
Edith E. Johnson
Sioux City
I. Benjamin Andrews
Nebraska State University
J. J. O' Bonabue
Storm Lake
J.G. Lobson
Bronx City
Martha Roberts
Cherokee
Marguerite Kanaly
Newell
Aljana
H. E. Blackmar
Fimmersburg
FL. Lake
Berryboat Sunk Near Blencee River Drift
The Berryboat sank and drifted two miles downstream. The old vessel was not valuable. Owner Howard Bireus plans a Sioux City replacement. Prof. F B Cooper, former LeMars schools head and now in Salt Lake City, will lead Cattle WA schools at 4000 salary.
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Howard Bireus
Sioux City
F. B. Cooper
LeMars
Salt Lake City
Archbishops Install Keane at Dubuque Cathedral in Splendid Rite
Archbishop John J. Keane was invested with the pallium at St Raphael's Cathedral Dubuque in a grand ceremony attended by Cardinal Gibbons and four hundred priests. The pontifical mass featured Archbishops and bishops, a sixty-voice choir, and a banquet at the Julien with toasts to the Church and nation.
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Re. Nev. Keane
Dubuque
St Raphael's Cathedral
John J. Keane
Cardinal Gibbons
Keine
Kane
St. Louis
Very Rey. Gwon
Cedar Rapids
Rey
Mer ‘Laughlin
Clintons
O'Connor
Carroll
Carrell
St. Joseph’s College
Keane
Fiorel Julien
Leo Nall
Universal Church
Spalding
Peoria
Guegly
Cincinnati
Catholic University of America
Thomas J. County
Washington
Nortwest
Bishop O'Gorman
Sioux Falls
S. D
IOWA TREASURY BALANCES AND INHERITANCE TAX REVENUE SURGE
The Iowa treasury shows over 1 million dollars in general revenues and additional funds in specialized accounts. March tax collections brighten outlook, with fifteen large counties yet to report. Inheritance tax yields a record single item of 5845.25 from the Caldwell estate in Pottawattamie County.
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Staw
Special University Fund
Special Agricultural College Fund
Agricultural College Endowment
Treasury
Stephin Caldwell
Pottawattamie
Steffen
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