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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1904
Page
2
Fragmentary report describes a handicap race with Connye and Californn entrant dynamics, Irish Tad and Hermis, Hurst, and several odds from winter books. Mentions Victory at New York and River None Clubsville, with injury notes and an explosion near the river, but details remain largely unreadable.
Direct questioning of Jamon Gillespie in rising sun Indiana highlights his denial of knowledge about a plot. The attorney pressed on whether Gillespie was at his mother's house the night of the alleged meeting, but he stated he could not recall or confirm many details and offered limited memory of grand jury testimony.
Ten men died in a tunnel linking two Williamatown coal mines in Pennsylvania from asphyxiation caused by gas emitted by a small locomotive. Foreman Michael Gollin, master mechanic George Baldte, and eight miners perished. one worker survived after being pulled from the tanked car. The accident occurred mid‑trip. the engineer attempted to stop the train, but ten perished before aid could reach them.
A Wednesday tornado in Kansas northwest of Augusts injures eight homes and damages crops and orchards. Other storms hit Valley Center Sedgwick County and Lihideborg with flooded areas. Gusty winds uproot barns, affect Guthrie and nearby towns, injuring property and stock but no lives reported.
A Greendale report says Yazoo City fire is out of control with twelve blocks of business and homes burned. Greenwood and Jackson dispatched fire apparatus as the blaze threatens large property losses estimated in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
A letter to Adam Bantry of a Baltimore Polish newspaper from Brunwau KobYLanski claims General Kuropatkin intends to die in combat in Manchuria during the war in the Far East. The missive describes the Russian commander carrying a coffin with him and expresses belief he will be laid in battle.
Twenty two people were injured when a passenger train collided with a freight car on the Cleveland and Pittsburgh line near Liverpool. Engineer Headly and several others suffered severe injuries. experts discuss potential lake-ship strike settlements as Tokyo ships approach Port Arthur.
The tire strike by freight handlers spreads as New York and New Haven lines halt work across the Hudson River. Negotiations fail after a five hour session. an agreement to cancel strikes for a year by the Trunk Owners' Association and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters is blocked. Hundreds of workers face idle shifts and job losses with shipments stalled from Jersey to Manhattan ports.
Report from Mill records a clash at Wang Chiatun near Tiku Slimn on May 20. Japanese forces surrounded and routed a Cossack squadron, killing wounded and capturing many as the Russians suffered heavy losses.
Bank cashier N. H. Watkins and assistant cashier W. 71 Dugas were charged by County Attorney Sturges with receiving money for deposits while knowing the Oldzeng bank in Enid was insolvent. The bank is under receiver and no statement of condition has been issued. Reorganization efforts have failed, and the bank faces dissolution and liquidation planned for the near future.
A prisoner opened fire with a revolver at Mineola and Canton, wounding no one. Authorities dispatched six shots, with Brannon captured by detectives after a chase. The incident occurred near a restaurant and street, as bystanders including Mrs Raves faced the danger. Brannon received an eighteen month sentence for a related offense. Efforts to solve the mystery continue as authorities report no sufficient evidence for murder charges.
Curtis Galpin, 24, of Boone, was shot at Cloak Monday night while tying his horse. A stranger fired, hitting Galpin in the shoulder. the weapon and assailant remain unidentified as police pursue leads. The bullet was removed and Galpin is resting, with no additional details released.
Reports describe a Cedar Rapids area death and a park encounter with a loaded revolver near a body. Witnesses and a traveling miller recount events while a coroner's jury weighs whether Brush was murdered or took his own life. A mix of rumors, alarms, and a hazardous horse liniment ingestion by local children adds to a troubled, early 20th century crime scene.
A severe storm at Tara destroyed valuable property across the surrounding countryside, causing thousands of dollars in damage. James J. Conlee of Scranton was seriously injured in a wreck involving two freight cars blown from a central line, with another man missing. Damage extended to Ronyn Mourlind and Enterl areas but no fatalities were reported. A separate note mentions the new St Columbkille Cathedral corner-stone ceremony planned in Dubuque with relics from Ireland, and a report on plans to remedy overloaded electric plant equipment amid ongoing maintenance efforts.
Fragmented OCR recounts a Des Moines contractor tale involving three widows, alleged fortunes, and a court case. Mentions a man named Dulala with ties to business, politics, and wartime experiences, all set amid uncertain dates and places with limited legible detail.
The Hamilton County superintendent Gerber faces charges after an alleged assault at a city park. Bond set as the case proceeds with further hearings pending. Details describe a bodily injury allegation and related events last week and Monday evening.
A derailed cattle train near Tenak and Lewin on the Milwaukee line blocked tracks Saturday night. Eight loaded cars, including wagons with cattle, derailed, causing burns and injuries as responders worked to clear the wreckage and release persons trapped in the twisted cars. An onlookers described a slow, dangerous scene as repairs began and authorities planned the accident response.
A woman dies in her husband’s arms after a suspected poison prank. Neighbors recall a troubled marriage and rumored infidelity as police investigate a Christmas-time wedding couple, Mr. Willis, a prosperous farmer, and his wife from the neighborhood.
Mrs A D Jackson, wife of G C Jickrow a Des Moines police officer, collapsed and died at home while preparing two young daughters for Sunday school. The death occurred within minutes after an apparent sudden medical event as neighbors and family observed her in good health moments earlier.
Thomaz W. Brennan of Danbury and Daniel Lantle of Carne Morgitle died instantly when lightning struck as Lantia drove a flock into a hog house. The accident happened on the Brennan farm about a mile north of Danbury. Brent was nearby about twenty five feet away when the bolt struck.
Fragmented report notes a passage concerning relief for Charlotte and a duty to a national memorial. References a Lake Dre location, Castolles region, and a figure named Menta with unclear role. Mentions Gold and a voter or deliverer at Barke Cyan.
Fifty years ago a mixed digest recalls speeches and reforms. References to Union army actions and demonstrations in New York surface alongside notes on church services and civil rights debates. The column mentions prominent figures and events from the era, including memorials and political shifts.
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