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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1906
Page
14
Two year old James McGlynn caught fire from matches in a Philadelphia home. His four year old sister Annie helped smother the blaze with her hands, both sustained burns, and they were rushed to a hospital where doctors fear for James's life. Their mother moved quickly to extinguish the flames and transport the children.
The granite tomb marker for James S. Cutehson in Centreville's Taylor Methodist Episcopal Churchyard is described as a costly solo monument. Neighbors and friends funded the project after his burial plans were arranged, with a heavy granite stone and a surrounding wall to be built once debts were settled.
A deadly blaze during a maritime incident leaves one dead as fire crews battle to control the flames aboard a steamer near Chicago. Report notes smoke and heat hindered rescue, while authorities investigate cause and safety lapses.
After a prolonged ordeal, a group of inmates and staff were rescued from a dangerous incident at a prison. Firefighters aided in evacuation and all those pulled from the scene were reported in good condition. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident and the response.
Fire at the east end of Morrimson Street Bridge on the Orie Wolmete River injured four people and left others missing. Several were rushed to hospital while property damage is estimated at about 71,000.
A $57 000 shortage was found in the security of Treasurer Miggins at West Bludson County Trust Company Harrison New Jersey. Miggins was deposed and efforts will be made to recover the amount. Miggins was seen involved in Wall Street speculations.
Investigations into railroad ownership of coal mines and alleged restraint of trade were approved by the United States Senate and both chambers of the Pennsylvania Legislature, signaling forthcoming inquiries and potential policy scrutiny.
A chaotic report indicates Bryan resigns from his college trustees role at William J Brian College of Jacksonville amid references to economic controversy and alleged improprieties. The piece cites unclear motives and a volatile political climate surrounding the administration.
A fragmentary report describes a church riot with a number of people shot and injured. Names and details are unclear but indicate multiple victims and ongoing chaos.
A Pennsylvania passenger train struck a trolley car at Fifty Ninth and Eighth streets in Chicago. The collision tore the trolley to pieces, killing three people and injuring eight.
The inaugural Monday marked the first section of the Trans Andine railway reaching the foot of the Andea where the tunnel begins. The line will cut the Santiago Chile to Buenos Aires travel time by six hours.
Rev. George H. Simmons of Peoria Illinois, a prominent clergyman and banker, is found dead amid a scandal that collapsed a bank and triggered runs on another. An accomplished leader who preached in big venues and led city beautification efforts, his career is described as extraordinary before his suicide following revelations.
Northern Minnesota trappers expect a lucrative winter as mink marten and otter pelts fetch high prices not seen in decades. Prices for otter pelts rise to around 22 dollars while mink and marten bring strong sums. Indians and traders face market dynamics with some risk of undervalued catches.
The piece notes a rising suicide rate across New York and eastern cities, based on vital statistics. It discusses inability to explain changes by economics, cites elderly cases, and references a New York Times observation. It also covers related biographical notes and political remarks about public figures.
New police commissioner Theodore Bingham of New York, a West Point graduate, is 47 and energetic. Henry Labouchere has spent over 1 million defending libel suits as editor of Truth. A Jersey Senate bill seeks to forfeit Standard Oil charters for monopoly and interstate commerce violations.
Washington warns of a joker in the Santo Domingo treaty and the 8 to 9 million dollars of La Deuda Perecida scrip. Dominican officials have bought this scrip at 2 to 30 cents on the dollar, with Emilio Joubert saying it may rise to par upon ratification. The debt stems from revolutions over the past forty years and funded salaries through scrip.
Opinion text defends uniformed service as badge of honor while criticizing court martial and discrimination. President Taft letter condemns caste attitudes, urging citizens to resist prejudice against enlisted men and public accommodations.
The Chicago Tribune reports 9 212 homicides in the United States for the just ended year, with a rise of 840 from the prior year. Italians aside the nation leads in violent crime, at 115 per million, higher than Germany 13 France 19 and the U K 27 per million.
Engineers fight to redirect floodwaters from the Colorado river back to the old riverbed as a growing lake threatens downstream lands. A reclamation science group warns the plan must be carefully vetted before action. A peace and arbitration movement forms led by Rev. Dr. Charles B. Jefferson of Broadway Tabernacle New York.
The House approved the Hepburn railroad rate bill by 246 to 7 despite opposition from seven members. It expands the Interstate Commerce Commission to seven members, increases salaries to 10 000 a year, and requires stricter publicity and book keeping for railroad methods.
George Edwards of London completes arrangements to bring the Gaiety troupe to America with an opening in New York on September 1. Dr Simeon French of Battle Creek claims to be the oldest Odd Fellow in the United States and one of the founders of the Republican party.
The Chicago area report notes continued demand across staples and general goods, with strong retail stock reductions and rising visitor buyers. Iron and steel production stays near capacity, rail and structural material shipments steady, and forward bookings in linens and cotton improving amid mild weather.
Market data from multiple cities shows cattle hogs and sheep price ranges, with wheat, corn and oats quoted No 2 and other grades. Regional notes include Detroit Milwaukee New York Cincinnati St Louis and St Paul convention update and Cornell tests on peach crops.
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