Train wreck near Bolivar Point kills many passengers
Emmet Uo Republican Esthignville Iowa reports a Southern Pacific train wreck near Galveston on Sept 7. John J Poe of Lake Chartres La describes 85 passengers drowned or blown away as the storm surged. Eighty five survivors endured over fifty hours in Bolivar lighthouse with no rations.
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Galveston
John J. Poe
Lake Chartres
Allen Lvard
Toe
Bolivar Point
Bolivar
Moon
Bay
Beaumont
Digit House
Jaut Aly
Poe
Plains
Kruger Departing To Europe Amid War Talk
Dispatch reports Kruger reached by special train from Komatipoort with Neitz and officials arriving at Wall past 1 p m Sept 12. Kruger party rested at Potts house under Portuguese guard as officials plan to run Transvaal business from Lourenço Marques. Kruger to sail for Europe Sept 18 on the German steamer Tierug. Schulkturge named to vacant presidency.
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Harape
Daily Telegraph
Louren
Kruger
Komatipoort
Neitz
Steyn
Transvaal
Netherlands Gronsu
Potts
Portugese
Boeks
South African Republic
France
Schulkturge
Mgr
Europe
Illinois Woman Dies After Prohibition Postage Case
Mrs Alice Newlands of Forest LAL shot herself at the Newlands residence in Galesburg after arrest with her husband Dr Frederick Newlands on charges of violating postal laws by mailing advertising circulars for De Floriane Remedy Company based in Buffalo Galesburg and other cities United States Commissioner Wemphrey had built a case for months The husband was held on 8200 bond pending a preliminary hearing in Canton
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Ilinois
Arre Proria
Alice Maud Newlands
Forest
Lal
Newlands
Galesburg
Frederick M. Newlands
United States
de Floriane Remedy Company
Buffalo
Lnited
Wemphrey
Chicago
Canton
KETTELER'S ASSASSIN TAKEN IN CHINA
Imperial Government ordered commission off the act. The assassin of Baron von Ketteler, late German minister to China, has been arrested by Japanese authorities after attempting to sell a watch bearing initials found on the body. The man confessed his purpose and implicated the German mission.
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Baron von Ketteller
China
Unler
Baron von Ketteler
New York Democrats Nominate Ticket for Local Offices
The party delegates named a slate for lieutenant governor secretary of state comptroller treasurer attorney general and engineer and surveyor with John B Judson and Thomas Conway among the nominees. A separate note mentions a murder by burglary and a Swedish cabinet resignation affecting imperial policy. Grand Rapids shows a population rise to 7,505 with 45.27 percent growth since 1890.
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Saint Gas
Joh
Staurhivdd
Chemung
Leutenant Kovernur
Mauihey
Evie
Secreetary
Ataruydi
Nutton
Renasulaer
Eos. Atwater
Duchess
John B. Judson
Fultn
Alfarney
Thomas
Conway
Clinton
Russell Stewart
Onondaga
Grand Rapid
Washington
Grand Rapids
Mich
Withdrawal of U S Troops From Pekin Debated
Reports quote Gen Chaffee ordered to be ready to withdraw troops from Pekin while U S and Chinese officials seek guarantees for American interests and safety of native Christians. The government weighs famine, supply issues, and negotiations with Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching as possible paths to exit.
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Chafee
Pekin
Waaphidos
Chaffee
Ate
Gime
Washtonton
China
Bern
Alfaipa
Hane Chang
Prince Ching
Li Jiung Chang
Shangbar
Lone highwayman robs Burlington Overland flyer near Haigler
A lone robber halted Burlington train No.1 five miles east of Haigler Nebraska near the Colorado line on Wednesday. He seized about 580 dollars in cash and possibly twice that in diamonds and watches then stopped the train. The bandit confined male passengers in the rear car with a revolver and forced porter and brakeman through the car. Rail officials set a 1000 dollar reward and, estimates place passenger losses around 4000 dollars.
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Burlington
Dexven
Colo
Haigler
Neb
Colorado Line
Henkemann
Benketman
Theatrical troupe killed in deadly railroad crash
Nine members of the Duncan Clack troupe die and seven are injured when a private car attaches to a passenger train flies from the rails near Beechwood North Switch on the Sinvis Cantril road. The disaster occurs while en route from Murphysburg to Mound City for a performance.
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Duncan Clack
Cairo
Ube
Beseliwoul
Sinvis Cantril Road
Carbondale
Manean Clark Company
Murphysburg
Mound City
North Switch
Beechwood
State Department cautious on China talks with Chang
The United States, unsure of readiness for direct negotiations with Chang, hints that negotiation powers have not yet been granted. Officials indicate they aim to avoid raising expectations and seek to secure transportation for Chang from Shanghai via American vessels. Beijing’s response is deemed unnecessary to pursue further transport inquiries at this time.
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State Department
Rom Tie
Hein
China
Alsear
Consel
Waowais
Thong Chang
Shanghai
Gie
Hany
Patou
Severe North Storm Hits Chicago and Midwest
A powerful storm struck Chicago and eastern Indiana with winds around 72 mph, causing widespread damage. Two deaths were reported and many were injured as debris, broken windows, and downed wires disrupted the region. The Texas hurricane tail-end affected Milwaukee, tearing tents at the state fairgrounds and creating havoc as life saving crews patrolled the lakefront.
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Chicago
Mouser
Tod
Indiana
Minwarvices
Wis
Milwaukee
State Fair Grounds
Hallam
Mieh
Piesdaay Istornover
Eloping couple pursued by relatives in Missouri town
An eloping couple from Alexandria Missouri outruns relatives who pursue them toward Keokuk as their family lettered supporters clash. The pair fled after a brief ceremony and sought refuge with a supportive ally while authorities or kin pursue further action.
Two Burned to Death in Desplaines Street Fire
Two people died and a third injured in a Desplaines Street fire believed incendiary in origin. The victims, a man named Ponny and his 8 year old son, lived in the basement. a bank robbery in the UK is noted along with frantic market price listings for cattle, wheat, and other commodities across several cities.
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Womumber
Needing Withdrawals in Pekin Reported by Paris and Vienna
Paris and Vienna dispatches indicate America France and Japan agree to withdraw troops from Pekin with limits on retirement beyond the city walls. Foreign powers may maintain a military presence, Britain Germany Russia and Papuan to keep parity of troops while the United States and others accept contingent forces and side arrangements. A Washington note hints at a possible settlement among the powers.
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Tendon Post
Impor
America
France
Japan
Pekin
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Medeor
Laonden
Susip Ts
Chi
Pio
St. Petersburge
Crom de Kit
Vienna
Britain
Germany
Russia
Papuan
Miners Strike Ordered in Anthracite Region
About 149000 miners in the anthracite region walk out after a Wednesday order led by United Mine Workers President Mitchell. The decree says strikers will be protected and wages, hours, and conditions will be pursued until demands are met, with broader industry impact expected locally and regionally.
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Ponneytratta
Mitchell
Unitay Mine Workers
Aprerica Yas Ureen
United Mine Workers of American
Willy
Great Havoc Unleashed as Lakes Lash Coast
A violent gale swept along the coast causing lakes to rage at multiple points. The storm’s velocity peaked near Houston and spread inland, ripping signs from poles and snapping wires as it moved with remarkable speed.
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Texas
Vertom
Chieneo
Galveston
United States to Withdraw From Pekin Amid Peace Talks
The Chinese peace commission and imperial government aim to speed negotiations as U S troops prepare to leave Pekin. A Mayotta escort from Tianjin is discussed, and the prospect of imperial consent to reforms and new ambassadors is noted. Reports describe shipwrecks and pandemic damage along lake ports, with ongoing tensions between nations and local casualties.
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United States
Pekin
Walt
Promived
Mayetta
Tien Fanny
Mimpress Downe
Biapecar
Willig
Maine Returns Complete Republicans Gain Across State
A partial election recap from Maine shows Republicans leading in 200 towns with 55,084 for Rep and 622 for Dem, estimating a statewide GOP plurality around 44,500. County tickets largely went to Republicans. legislature remains similar. A school principal scandal and a misposted mischief near New York included minor local incidents.
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Maine
Lord
Congressuu
Aren
Charles
C. Burleigh
Charles Boutello
China War News Amid Turmoil and Exiles In Asia
A chaotic dispatch reports General Garey exiling opponents in a China war context and Maj Peleyit’s casualties as 120 Americans at the front. British forces clash near Pekin while Boxers resist. inquiries note severe heat and dire prospects for peace efforts.
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Prince Ching
Ors
Maj
Peleyit
Ai Pakow
Pekin
SAC
Yo Hsien
Qovernoy
Endowment Boost for Oskaloosa College Sealed by Friends
The Friends Yearly Meeting in Des Moines approved adding 75 000 dollars to Oskaloosa College endowment, plus fifty acres of land adjacent to campus. Funds, including 6 400 dollars remaining, were nearly fully subscribed. plans for new buildings on the land are proposed and future endowments expected.
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Oakalooss
Friends’ Yearly Meeting
The
Friends
Charles and
Fhert Johnson
Oshirladsa
Meeting of Friends
Priest Captures Burglars in Closet at Parish Residence
Father Byrne of St. Agnes church in Council Bluffs confronted two burglars at night in the parochial residence. After securing a pistol, he chased them to a large closet, locked the door, telephoned police, and warned he would shoot if they attempted to escape. Police Cant. Burson placed the burglars under arrest.
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St. Agnes Ehureh
Ehurch
Father Byrne
Svityemia
Cant
Burson
Des Moines killing spurs chase and multiple injuries
A violent attack ends with a former lover dead and several others injured after a pursuit through Des Moines. The assailant attempted to flee with a promise of marriage unfulfilled, leading to a dramatic chase as bystanders, including Mrs. Hayes, are hurt. A separate note covers threats to Sioux City saloons and a Morning Side College dedication in Sioux City. Other items report a burglary in Fort Dodge, a Boone man killed in El Paso, jail break at Onawa, a new trial for Joslin Masburn, and E P Stone abroad.
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Des Moines
Patay
Mattie Mast
William Foster
Teally
Loeust
Fr. Putoam
Mal Hayes
Layes
Morning Side College
Sioux City
J. W. Berry
Chicago
Pipworth Herald
Delyergk
Gew
Iowa
Gaiford
Boone
el Paso
Texas
Onawa
Charles Tippery
Monona County
Jorge
Marriage Notice for David DeWitt and Minnie Mitchell
Providence Township residents David DeWitt and Minnie Mitchell announce their marriage linked to prior trouble. DeWitt previously faced a grand jury true bill for forgery, was convicted, and sentenced to two years in the penitentiary and a $900 fine.
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Anaweso
David DeWitt
Minnie Mitchell
Providence Township
Mardin County
DeWitt
Muhbard
Miss Mitchell
G. BR. Wile
Man
Secretary Resigns Over State Board of Control Meat Purchases
GENSURES BOARD OF CONTROL Secretary resigns citing faulty business methods in meat procurement. LA Wilkinson, an experienced accountant, says bids are unfairly skewed toward Chicago and Kansas City meat firms. He notes state facilities at the Measant Hospital were made useless by the current plan and alleges bid leakage to the lowest bidder.
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L.A. Wilkinson
State Board of Control
Tig Beard
Wilkinson
Chicago
Kansas City
Afonnt Measant Hospital
Gilman
CORN CROP SAFE AS WEEK HOLDS FAVORABLE CONDITIONS
A Iowa weather bulletin reported a dry week with favorable conditions for corn ripening and grain threshing. The crop is described as exceptionally safe with likely record yields, while flaxseed, millet, broomcorn, and other crops show good progress. Orchards and potatoes also healthier, marking a bountiful season overall.
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Lowa
RevoigING at Mason City Iowa National Military College
Mason City celebrates securing the Sons of Veterans National Military College with pledges and funds. Notables including Gov. Jackson, J. E. Dythe, and Col. Sorter spearheaded the effort. The article also notes crime, accidents, and local government updates across Iowa.
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Iowa
Sons of Veterana
National Military College
Mason City
Natviahal Military College
Sons of Veterans
Syriacuse
Washington
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Oskaloosa College
Priest
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Sioux City Brewing Company
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Lute
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Uie Larsen Dry Goods Company
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Joslin Masburn
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Palmer
Marcus Seigline
Iowa City
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Iowa State Collegy
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Ares
University of Iowa
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Upper River Dee
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