Fatal Excursion Crash Kills Man and Wounds Another
A Chicago and Lake Erie freight train struck the caboose of an excursion train near Hammond Indiana, killing George W. Farris of Cave City Kentucky and fatally injuring D E B Farris of Miller Michigan. Six hundred passengers aboard were on the excursion from Cincinnati to Grand Haven and Chicago. the wreck damaged the locomotive and baggage car while passenger cars remained largely intact.
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Chicago
Vnva
Byommoty
Ind
Frelgbe Tral
George W. Farris
Cave City
Latrobe Stel Company
Alebove
D. E B. Parria
Grand Trunk Road
Miller, Mich
George Farris
Citiciania Textursioniats
Grand Haven
Mich
Paaseneera
Farris
Excimienlsia
Hammond
Glacimnat
Andrews Found Guilty in Detroits Bank Fraud Trial
Frank C. Andrews, former vice president of the wrecked Savings Bank, was found guilty by a jury in Judge Murphy's court of misapplying funds after a four week trial. On appeal the defense signaled, a sixty day stay granted, and Andrews was jailed pending proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Mich
Frank C. Andrews
Frr Savings Bank
Convention Adjourned in Cincinnati After Six Days
The forty eighth convention of the International Typographical Association adjourned today after six days of sessions. Reports from all committees were adopted and routine business cleared. The body adjourned to meet next August in Washington.
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International Typograph
Leaould
Washington, D
Boers Attend King Edward Invitation Amid Royal Visit
Generals Kruger Dolor and De la Rey travel from London to Cowes aboard the royal yacht Victoria and Albert for a private audience with King Edward. They tour the fleet with Earl Roberts and General Kitchener, while press restrictions spark continental commentary on the ambassadorial gesture and Boer willingness to meet.
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Dewet
Botha
de la Rey
Edward
Cowes
London
Morr Genvrain
Kotha
de la Key
South Africa
Wight
Ace Hing
Victoria and Albert
Generouls
Southampton
Boam
Harl Roberts
Lord Kitchener
Kling Edward
Earl Roberts
Waterloo Station
Associated Press
Hotha
Hdlward
Lours
Queen Alexandra
Victoria
Spithrad
Chamberlain
Phenhtae
Buward
Wildfire
Niagara
Edward Becanes
Mr. Chamberlain
General Meyer's Funeral Draws Big Crowds
August 17 The Boer Generals Donot De Ia Rey and Hotha are expected to arrive for General Lucas Meyer's funeral. Enormous crowds viewed the embalmed body today as wreaths from Kroger of the Troneyans and Joep Chamiterialt, the colonial secretary, were sent. The Chimbertala wreath featured splendid orchids.
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Bruncels
Donot
de Ia Rey
Hotha
Thendor
Lucas Meyer
South Afric
Meyer
Kroger
The
Troneyans
Joep Chamiterialt
Chimbertala
German Publicist Urges Common Tariff Barrier Against U S Arms
Berlin August 17 Baron August Sartor von Waltershaueen a Strassburg professor and German authority on American affairs will contribute a striking article to the forthcoming Zettechrift Fur Social Widenenbechaft arguing for a centralized tariff barrier against the arms of America.
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America
Berlin
Baron August Sartorions von Waltershaueen
Po Ilealeronome
Strassburg
Colwvarsity
Zettechrift Fur Social Widenenbechaft
United States
Europe
Centra! Lu
Fragmentary analysis on European economic blocs and tariffs
The text discusses a European shift toward a common tariff barrier against the United States and Britain, a possible political union of Germany Austria Switzerland Belgium and Holland, and the view that major powers like the United States and Russia have superior recuperative powers. It notes U S loan rates after the Civil War and subsequent refunds in 1902 as context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Theas
Great Britain
Baron von Walternhausen
Germany
Austrian
Switzerland
Belgium
Holland
Russia
Europe
London Market: Stock Exchange Maintains Strength
The London money market remains remunerative as discount rates rise with Bank of England influence. The stock exchange completed another settlement without crippling major stocks. Activity revived over the week end though volume stayed light. British railroad shares showed no demand while other sectors held steady amid new mineral discovery reports.
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London
Bank of England
Stock Exchange
Writiah Railroad
Kafttre
The Giant's Awakening in Shanghai Exposition Plan
Chinese viceroys Liu Kun Yi Chang Chiah Ling and Yuan Sha Kai with John Sharrett of the St Louis exposition leadership announce a decisive pledge. They state China will make a supreme effort to promote commerce and friendly relations with America and Europe and will present a notable exhibit at the St Louis Exposition as a sign of good faith.
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Shanghai, Chin
Liu Kun Yi
Chang Chiah Ling
Yuan Sha Kai
Nankin
Hankow
Po Chta
John Sharrett
Keneral
Asia
St. Louis
China
America
Europe
United States
St. Louis Exposition
British Naval Demonstration at St Johns Over Fishery Talk
British cruiser Ariadne arrived at St Johns escorted by Indefatigable and joined by Charriba Alert and Crimbine while French cruiser Isly and Manche met them. The combined fleet discussed the French shore fishery question with Rear Admiral Douglas aboard.
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St. Johns
N. F
Douglas
Admiralty
Indefatgahie
Charrbda
Alert
Crimbine
Isly
Manche
Dowuglas
Isenes
Priest Suggests US Education for Philippine Clergy
Father McKinnon, a former chaplain and current pastor in Manila, proposes sending about 400 younger Filipino priests to the United States for training by Catholic missions. He believes American exposure would impart priestly knowledge and language skills, and he urges American bishops to oppose the plan.
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America
Manila
Father McKinnon
First
California Regiment
Catholic Church
Bemba
United States
Cathol
McKinition
Oate
Americam
Letter Denies Alleged Betrothal to German Crown Prince
Mina Deacon writes to London papers asking them to contradict rumors of a betrothal between her and Crown Prince Frederieck Whe lam of Germany, asserting no engagement or plans exist. The letter is published in this morning's London papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macedonian Committee
London
Mina Giadys Deacon
Mia
Kawara Walker Dearoh
Manila Editors In Trouble Trial Nears Decision
The trial of Predartek Kerr proprietor and Edward O'Brien editor of Freedom ends today with a verdict expected tomorrow. They are charged with libeling Mentto Legarda a Milling member of the evil commission.
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Manila
Maulis
Predartek Kerr
Edward O'Brien
Freedom
Mentto Legarda
Evil Commission
Waa
Yee Tertoy
Dodge Ambler
de Decidion
Kiowa faction kills subchief in internal clash
An Oklahoma Kiowa incident near Anadarko reports Luthe Mgnt and Hasin a subchief killed by a faction led by Hasin’s mother in law. Rough details indicate internal tribal power struggle with fatalities.
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Anadarko
Pessimistic outlook hurts Republicans in West Virginia
Special to The Pont reports Senator Boott of West Virginia predicts a pessimistic Republican prospect due to apathy and strikes. He warns continued local turmoil and coal strikes may cost several congressional districts, while urging action on national justice to rally supportive voters and prevent losses.
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New York
Beott
West Virginia
Gnalrman Babcock
Overstront
Moir
Virginia
Benetor Boott
Mall and Expres
Beathause of
Loning
Congress
Philippines
Ban Bein
Diuwicta
Tennaylyantay
Wisconait
Michiens
Probabilities Washington Angnati Fair Winds Dooxing
A fragmented notice mentions winds affecting Tyendas and the Indian Territory fair on Monday. It references Ohlonoma and Mastern and notes a fair end date with associated conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Angnati
Ohlonoma
Indian Territory
Oil Industry Is Young and Full of Promise
A Pennsylvanian delegation led by J. McDowall toured New Orleans, visiting the St. Charles Hotel. The party, including W. L. Mellon, T. M. Bullock, George Is Crale, and BR Nutty, traveled to Benument and highlighted Guffey interests in the oil sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Anaisat
Pasehrough
Benument
McDowall
Guffey Company
W. L. Mellon
McDowell Pnoeen
Gaffer party plans limited Western mission and markets
The report notes a large Gaffer party visiting Tenmmnont for general matters with no expected changes. It mentions limited affect on the Blastern market, a cautious Texas oil outlook, and Colonel Guffey planning a southward trip but delaying travel until after winter.
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Ont Viatt
McDowell
Tenmmnont
Mathers
Witton le Thowin
Coufan
Guffey
Kouth
Witter
Greene
Tennessee Crime Report Details Loch Ness Murder Case?
In Tennessee Enorvilie August 17 a man Watkin Newman and a brother were killed in a fire. Witnesses described a gruesome scene as a boy burned and men fled. Authorities found a possible clue guiding investigations as the case unfolds.
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Enorvilie
Toon
Firtines
Watkin
Faonminnthon
Peaie
Beth Anne
Tore
Kansas Man's Scheme Ends with Empty Coffin
In Guthrie a grave near Orlinda exca vated in front of about 400 people yielded an empty casket. Morris of Madison, Kan was said to have been killed last week. He and a companion Cox were seen with a coffin bearing a colored guard. The coffin weighed heavy and teeth appeared in the lid when opened.
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Pena
Guthrie
AncNt Tv
Orlinda
Morris
Madison
Kan
Moraio
Morrie
Theqrihee Orden
Yio Moodae Coe
Neolient
Street Railway Strike Shuts Lafayette Lines
Allenett announces a strike against the Lativate street railway and Central Latior millon after dismissals. Union workers rally, begin hiring line as walkout spreads. Company refuses reinstatement, risking further action.
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Fafayette
Ind
Allenett
Lativetts
Latior Millon
Eerie weather scene disrupts farms in Midwest region
A fragmented report describes an eerie storm spreading across parts of Iowa Illinois and Missouri with barns damaged and power outages. The piece notes numerous incidents and uncertain totals as officials assess the storm path and impact.
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