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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1906
Page
6
A fragmentary dispatch reports a new premier's push for strong handed reform. It covers Russia's political tensions, Stalypin’s orders for harsh measures, and unrest across Caucasus and Baltic regions with police crackdowns, strikes, and revolutionary activity.
Four laborers were killed when the front of a three story Uriel and cement building collapsed in South Framingham Massachusetts on Monday. Rescue teams pulled out the living but four bodies were recovered from the debris.
A fire on Monday destroyed the Crystal Ridge break lor of A. Parilee & Co. The blaze caused about 60000 in insured losses, with coverage by Inaur anco.
A detachment of constabulary led by Lieut Whians encountered a bus of Pulajanes near Buraen on Leyte Island Sunday morning. Lieut. Werswick and several civilians were killed. 14 riders and two rebels captured. Bodies of Wotswick McDride and ten privates recovered. reinforcements sent.
Four men died and five were injured Monday in a blast at Jesse O. McClain’s powder and dynamite house near Kertydale Huntingdon County. Official details on the cause and others involved were not immediately available.
East St. Louis city council adjourned Monday and adopted an ordinance to remove George O. Purdy as chief of police and appoint Lieut. Michael Dole as his successor. The decision was quoted by the police chief and reported as a formal transfer of command.
Quartermaster Sergeant Dodds of Hy Company Twenty-second Infantry died by his own hand at American Lake. He left a note to his captain indicating he was unable to continue in his duties. Evidence points to a self inflicted death during duty related stress. Local authorities awaiting further investigation and statements from unit members.
A Cincinnati jury returned indictments against sixteen individuals on charges of restraint of trade and conspiring to advance prices. Ten persons face formal charges in the matter, highlighting alleged anti competitive practices in the local market.
London delegates adopted a resolution urging treaty rules on contraband and armaments and protecting private property at sea. They also backed Hague talks to reduce armament costs and urged national groups to fund future sessions. The next conference is expected in Berlin in 1908, with a visit to Buckingham Palace set for Thursday.
Trey relatives of Mrs. Sage plan to contest the 1901 will charging undue influence after a mental breakdown. They argue Mrs. Sage controlled Russell Sage’s distribution, leaving the entire fortune to his widow with a small bequest to an aunt who died years ago. The estate, once thought vast, amounts to about 60 million dollars with no charity bequests except a wing donation to Presbyterian Hospital.
Three young sisters Bertha Minnie and Bessie Sartivel aged five three and one died in a road shack fire near Scanlon Caritas Mina Duluth area. Their mother Myr Sartivel badly burned faces doubtful recovery amid Porto Rico anniversary reports and a series of other brief incidents from across the era including naval inquiry and a manager's death in New York.
The American Federation of Labor national council stated it will enter politics to back labor friendly candidates. The effort aims to promote legislation favorable to labor and workers, while promising a nonpartisan approach and avoiding office-hunting. It pledges support for allies in Congress or state legislatures who have proven advocacy for workers’ rights.
Federal action in Chicago will label offenses as misdemeanors rather than felonies. Punishments will be fines or imprisonment for felonies, while only fines apply to misdemeanors. District attorney may file information and bring accused parties to trial without grand jury review.
Armour Packing Swift Morris and Cudahy appeal to the U S circuit court of appeals in Kansas City after convictions in district court on rebate charges. They challenge lack of jurisdiction and improper jury instructions claiming the indictment failed to show district locality and that through export shipments to foreign ports warranted verdicts for the defendants. Deserts Wagon and a $200,000 cash loss in Pittsburgh are noted, along with various local incidents including lake shore sinkage in Wisconsin and sanitation actions in Philadelphia. Rockefeller sails to New York amid legal proceedings discussions. A derailment in Nebraska reports an engineer killed and traffic disrupted.
Ladysmith Wisconsin reports an armed clash as James Hedalmne ton describes a writ of ejectment attempt by the Dietz family against the Cameron clan on the Thorhapine river. A militiaman is wounded, John Dietz reportedly fires, and several Dietz household members join in defense with about 150 shots fired. one Dietz kin is shot in the head while others are hospitalized.
An allied officer group denied reports that Maj. Dreyfus was assaulted by a fellow officer during a dinner arranged by the First Army division for new lieutenants. The dining scene was described as cordial and concluded without incident, contrary to sensational claims.
Omaha Nebraska reports Milwaukee road cuts wheat and flour rates to eight cents from Omaha and Kansas City to Chicago from July 20 to August 0. The 10 44 cent rate drops in response to a Rock Island eight cent export flour rate. Missouri Pacific official Philippi says a two cent cut will follow to St Louis and Gulf ports.
In Maryland a condemned Black man William Lee was hanged by Sheriff Grown on Smith's Island after a mob threatened lynching and arson. The event occurred with deputies present and the crowd dispersed without incident. Nearby reports include Dowle case verdict, a birth in Tennessee, and editor Whitaker's death in Missouri.
A Technical Authority piece discusses wooden textiles as a low-cost future fabric. It describes shirts and vests made from wood pulp fibers, likening them to durable cloth but warn that early production may yield dusty, rope-like fibers. The passage notes warp and weft uses and a Web of women cloth as described by Tevhuteal World.
Fragmented narrative recounts perilous journey to secure safety across hostile zones. Witness describes concealment in a torture camp, escape aided by a Chinese porter, and crossing the Ling River under Cossack control toward Sinmindin. The tale shifts to a gala in Brissely noting a young lady’s attire amid lively commentary from a Boston Post reporter.
A servant girl dreams of a lottery and defies her master by investing her savings. A ticket wins $100,000, leading to an immediate marriage under special license as the couple plans to share the fortune. The wife reveals she sold the ticket to the baker for a profit, ending the tale with a twist of frugal wit.
A collage of readable fragments reports on Annie Wendren and others praising Dr Tarlan, with mentions of Yellowstone Park travel, miles traveled, and whisky-eating fish in Kentucky. The piece weaves in jokes about cafe politeness and a dental lament, reflecting a chaotic OCR mix of names, places, and anecdotes.
A minister recounts severe illness from grippe and nervous prostration, then credits Grape-Nuts with revived appetite, weight gain, improved sleep, and renewed energy. He recommends the food as a powerful rebuilding agent and notes a ten day trial helps many. The testimonial attributes the recovery to Grape-Nuts and mentions Postum Co of Battle Creek Michigan.
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