Fire in Mulberry Street Tenement Kills Eleven
A devastating blaze on Mulberry street, Hemeston New Era reports eleven people died and more than a dozen were injured as residents fled burning rooms. Three oil drenched barrels found in the lower hall suggest a deliberate attempt to destroy the building. Fire escapes were obstructed, causing panicked escapes and numerous deaths among those unable to reach safety.
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Minechitia Furicil
Francisco Palestrino
Musicias
Ros Scheitiza
Vita Barone
Pietro Mancci
SLAIN BY SISTER IN LAW AT DELAWARE SUMMER HOME
A regimental quartermaster from Pennsylvania was shot and killed at his summer home near Village Green Delaware. His sister in law Catherine Beisel is jailed in Media charged with the shooting during a family quarrel. Capt Eric, private secretary to Israel W Durham, a Philadelphia leader, was mentioned in connection but details are incomplete. The victim was moved after the incident.
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National Gu
Pennsylvania
Village Green
Delaware
Catherine Beisel
Eric
Israel W. Durham
Menadelphia
D. County
Two Large Hotels Burned in Boston Fire
Boston report states two of the city’s largest hotels suffered major damage in a blaze. The Cresstal Ocean View house and several cottages were destroyed or heavily damaged, with residents displaced. City officials investigate causes as firefighters struggle to contain the flames.
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Brown Wins Meet in Atlanta State Governor Plurality
Brown carries the state for governor by a plurality estimated between 69 000 and 36 009 votes. His sole opponent, Yancey Carter, ran on the Independence party ticket. The item notes a local track meet in Atlanta, Ga, as part of the coverage.
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Ga-Re
M. Brows
Yancey Carter
Independence Party
Iowa State News Nizert Sentenced at Anamesa Penitentiary
Des Moines reports Earl Nizert alias Richard White convicted of attempted criminal assault on Lizzie Agea. He was sentenced to an indeterminate term with a maximum of twenty years at Anamesa Penitentiary after initial plea and later admission. Court described the act as abhorrent and emphasized strong verdict while noting shifting statements.
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Des Moines
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Lizzie Agea
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Businessman named in bankrupcy petition in Sioux Falls
Serious charges are made against a Sioux City business man identified as Cantondine. Three city creditors sue Cantondine in federal court in Sioux Falls to declare him bankrupt. Claims total about 5060 dollars. The petition alleges robbery of his establishment with 3399 in paper and 230 in gold missing.
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Rockwell City Drug Stores Lose Permits in Court Victory
In Rockwell City the injunctions against local drug stores were upheld with most cases decided in favor of the anti sarogen side. The judge ordered druggists to surrender records, and only one or two stores complied at once.
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Calhoun County
Attorner EL R Acres
Decorah
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Judging Team Selected for Intercollegiate Event
Ames chooses six men to represent the college in the Intercollegiate debate and 3 and H.L. T TH. One member acts as alternate. Three leave tonight for Dinsmere Ba to wear uniforms for accommodation and preparation.
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Dinsmere
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Alernaie
Cedar Rapids Church Holds Against Sunday Shows
Cedar Rapids residents oppose Sunday church events amid city council agitation. Local committee argues against proposed Sunday performances, warning impact on community and religious observance. Unclear details from OCR fragment but shows organized opposition and civic debate.
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Cedar Rapids
Gas Tax Vote Sparks Uncertain Future Plan
Fragmented OCR reads like a local item on a vote about a gas tax with unclear details. It mentions companies and a provisional, indefinite timeline, hinting at political decision making without full clarity on parties or dates.
Bride Shot and Killed in Accidental Gun Incident
A bullet from a pistol discharged unexpectedly, fatally wounding the bride during a Hastard rushed event. The shooter is charged with manslaughter as investigators determine the mishap was accidental and not intentional. The tragedy unsettles the community and prompts renewed calls for firearm safety.
Man Arrested in Lewsyer Case and Fines
An individual was arrested by deputies and identified as Enomi Te aD with L. C. Smith of Om. They were fined $1 for the same charge after being found with fifty seven duche in possession. The event occurred a few days prior.
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L. C. Smith
Servia Wants War as Austrian Patrols Guard Danube
Vienna reports war as a possible yet likely averted between Austria Hungary and Servia. King Peter shows mixed resolve amid Servian ambitions. Austria strengthens Bosnia frontier moves, guarding Save and Danube bridges. Four Austrian monitors move from Budapest toward the front, while Danube passenger traffic requires passports for entry.
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Austria seeks recognition for Bulgaria amid Balkans power shifts
Austrian foreign minister Baron von Aehrenthal announced at a session of the common delegates that Austria-Hungary seeks recognition of the new kingdom of Bulgaria and a settlement of relations between Turkey and Bulgaria. He denied monopoly aims in the western Balkans and said Bosnia and Herzegovina’s status shapes Austria’s eastern policy as Europe drums toward broader Balkan settlement.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
Berlin
Fhr
Servia Clamors for War at Palace Balcony
Crowds surround the palace as King Peter appears with the crown princess and urges the people to avoid disturbance. The crowd cheers for war with Austria. A message from the crown prince of Montenegro is cited about an army marching toward the Drina and threatening Herzegovina.
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Drena
Herzegovina
London Sees Pessimistic View on Eastern Situation
London observers yesterday expressed a somber outlook on the eastern question. The Cretan annexation dispute and protests from various factions delayed decisive moves, suggesting continued hesitation and strategic maneuvering in the region.
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Greece
Bosnia
Fire tears through timber yard killing workers
A chaotic blaze swept a timber yard as flames erupted rapidly across the site. About twenty one workers were present, with seven identified among the dead, including a man named Rietford. The scene remained perilous as authorities investigated the cause.
Crete's Move Exposes Greek Diplomatic Strain
In Athens on October 9, Crete's union with Greece shocks observers. King George, currently in Copenhagen, expresses perplexity as Shouzos, foreign minister, notes the Greek government lacked any prior warning of the event and faces a delicate diplomatic situation with foreign powers.
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Elevator Blast Kills 12, 7 Women in Richford
A large grain elevator with 500000 bushel capacity exploded in Richford on Wednesday, killing 12 men and 7 women. Eleven workers are missing and presumed dead. The structure, owned by Canadian Pacific and Boston and Maine railroads and used by Quaker Oats, burned debris and flames. a nearby flour shed and 15 freight cars were destroyed. Wreckage blocked Canadian Pacific tracks for hours. total loss estimated at 7403,030.
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John Jelifore
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Chicago
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Gre
Garfield becomes Williams College president in Williamstown
Harry Augustus Garfield of the class of 5 was inducted as Williams College president in a ceremony attended by Gov. Guild James Bryce ambassador of Great Britain and US Senator Crane along with President Garfield's three brothers and interior secretary Garfield.
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Great Britain
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Pittsburg Plate Glass plant explosion injures many
Pittsburg reports a gas explosion at Pittsburg Plate Glass Company works No 2 in Tarentum suburb causes 5800000 in fire losses and 808 men left unemployed. Long 22 is fatally injured after being knocked down, fumes linger despite a steel building. Also noted is a Navy report of Georges Schiff's death by his own act aboard the battleship Virginia near Manila.
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Robbers Shoot Station Agent in Sevannah Ga
Alea O Neill railroad agent at Sevannah Georgia was found Wednesday with a gunshot to the head and wounded. He reported that robbers entered the office, shot him, robbed the station, and fled.
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Nahunta
Alea O'Neill
Woman Takes Aeroplane Ride in Le Mans Flight
American aeroplanist Wilbur Wright piloted a flight at Le Mans on a Wednesday with Mrs Hart Q Berg wife of his European manager aboard as a passenger in a notable aviation event.
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France
Wibur Wright
Hart Q. Berg
Wright Fulfills Contract With New Aerial Record
Wright remains aloft for one hour four minutes and twenty six seconds carrying a passenger under similar conditions to his prior record. The event follows a contract with Lazare V Weiller and requires two flights within a week with a 50 kilometer weight equivalent. Washington considers aerial nav for naval use with wing machines to carry two persons, 350 pounds total, fuel for 200 miles, four hours at least 40 mph, able to land on land or water and rise without special starting gear.
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Wilbur Wright
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Lazare V Weiller
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Naval Service
Castro seriousness and Curacao seizure discussed
A late dispatch reports President Castro may be seriously ill and suggests Curacao seizure by Venezuela could be considered. An ex minister says such action would be impractical as Venezuelan troops are suited for guerrilla warfare.
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Postmasters Favor Parcels Pest at National League Meeting
About 300 delegates attended the opening session of the National League of Postmasters of the Fourth Class. Superintendent W H R Spilman spoke at length supporting parcel post and rural free delivery as essential reforms. The discussion highlighted broad support for establishing parcel post services.
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National League of Postmasters
W. H R. Spiilman
Mrs. Yates Passes Away in Jacksonville
Mrs. Yates, wife of former Governor Richard Yates, dies Tuesday at age 86 in Jacksonville after years of frailty from a hip fracture two years ago. She had taken great interest in state and national policies throughout her life.
Cotton Gins Warned and Closed in Little Rock Arkansas
Notices posted on the doors of the Arkansas Company at Darda gins warn of closures through Wednesday the 2g. The warning states that torches would be used unless the plant is paid or conditions met.
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Dardagins
Six Mexican Miners Killed in Mexican Cave Disaster
In Ganarea Mexico a cave in the Ganunei Duluth mine collapsed on Wednesday killing six Mexican miners. Rescue efforts were immediate as authorities investigated the incident and noted hazardous conditions at the site.
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