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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1906
Page
2
A Michigan Central freight engine ran away and crashed into Detroit Third street depot, tearing a large section of wall and collapsing upper floors. Crew fled, fearing a collision with a passenger train, leaving one dead and several injured, while others escaped with cuts and shock.
A major blaze at Hieronymus Brothers sawmill in Mobile ignited by embers from the riverfront plant, causing about 60000 dollars in damage and leaving the Mobile Hardwood Company largely uninsured. In Evansville Indiana a theater panic injures two seriously after an incidental blaze from a moving picture machine at the Franklin Street theater triggers a stampede with many hurt.
A Missouri Pacific fast mail train from Kansas City derailed near Eureka Missouri when a broken rail toppled two coaches and a sleeping car. Eleven passengers were injured and the incident disrupted service. General Shafter Dead after pneumonia at a California ranch near Bakersfield.
Fire destroyed the Lehigh Valley Coal Company docks at One Hundredth Street and Commercial Avenue Chicago causing estimated damage of 757000. An explosion in the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern railway shops at Collinwood suburb of Cleveland killed five and injured twenty.
The report notes last year’s record corn yield surpassed by 173 million bushels in the November tally. Hay and oats remain short versus last year and the ten year average, while corn gains offset shortages in feed crops. State-by-state gains and carried-over stocks are listed.
William W. Lemp, a St Louis brewing magnate, agrees to allow his wife Mrs William J Lemp to obtain a divorce. He offers $400 000 to settle and maintain the family lifestyle. The couple have long quarrelled with no scandal involved, and their aim is happiness for their aged son. Mrs Lemp, known as the Lavender Lady, faces household trouble amid her lavish gowns and entertainments.
Mayor Tom Johnson of Cleveland rides the first 3-cent fare trolley car for the Municipal Traction Company amid cheers. Officials and newspaper men ride with him, each paying 1 cent for the new aluminum coin fare. Johnson wins after five years of court battles against the transit combine, praising the day as the happiest of his life.
The San Francisco Superior Court decides on fire loan payments related to the great earthquake. Trans-Atlantic Insurance Company argued no earthquake clause. Judge finds potential liability if earthquake caused the fire but notes no evidence linking the two. case moves to a higher court.
A head on crash near Woodville Indiana between a Baltimore and Ohio freight and a passenger train 167 emigrant passengers mostly Russians Serbians and Poles perished or were injured. The crash caused six freight cars to burn and many victims cremated before rescue units arrived.
United States Steel directors announce a 2 percent annual dividend after a record quarter with net earnings of 38,114,024 dollars and unfilled orders totaling 6,006,884 tons. Chairman Gary said steel production will start at the new Gary town by spring with an estimated plant cost of about 75 million dollars.
The national Child Labor Committee, with President Roosevelt as an honorary member, announces a union of forces with the Anti-Child Slavery League to boost publicity and support for reform efforts.
Dun's Review of Trade notes greater confidence after the election with advances in railway employe wages and improved collections. It cites strong merchandise demand, rising iron and steel outputs, and heavy spring orders while warning of slow deliveries due to labor shortages and transportation congestion.
President Roosevelt on the battleship Louisiana sailed past the Virginia Capes bound for the Isthmus of Panama. Four days on the isthmus included inspections of the old French canal terminals at La Boca and of the Panama Railroad, with passes through Colon and Ancon and a festive reception.
Regional price list shows Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Milwaukee figures for cattle hogs and sheep plus staples like wheat corn oats rye and barley. Prices span both live and commodity grades with notes on variety and quality across multiple markets.
Federal appeals court in St. Paul upholds grain future contracts used by the Chicago Board of Trade and Merchants Exchange of St. Louis in the Cleage case. Thomas A. Cleage Jr dealt in about 14 million bushels. under 2 percent delivered. Creditors sought to void claims as wagers, but evidence showed no intent to settle by price differentials at delivery.
Reports from Zanzibar note zebra drawn horse cars as a transport novelty. An imperial decree from Pekin promises a forthcoming constitution for reform. Berlin hosts an international wireless conference nearing a universal convention. British officers urged using street cars to save costs without sacrificing dignity. Divorce cases of Anna Gould and the Duchess of Marlborough highlight American heiresses seeking titled husbands, with custody and separations detailed. King Edward unsuccessfully sought reconciliation with the Duchess.
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