Rain Helps Douse Northwest Forest Blaze Surge
Weather agencies monitor spreading fires as heavy rains reduce intensity in Wisconsin and Michigan. Rainfall slows outbreaks, but several fires burn acreage with $1,000,090 in damages estimated. refugees flee eastern Wisconsin as smoke forces closures and train crews report flames near tracks.
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Cadillac
Mich
Limber
Ashland
Wis
Spooner
Mason
Washington
Forestry Service
Northwest
Weather Bureau
Mississippi Valley
Eau Claire
Wisconsin
Here
Acquittal in Abe Raymer Riot Case
Springfield reports Abe Raymer acquitted after jury deliberated at 5:40 p.m. Wednesday and returned a not guilty verdict. Raymer thanked jurors while his sister wept, amid riot case coverage noting mob involvement but insufficient proof he participated personally.
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Springfield
Abe Raymer
Ray Mer
Barmner
Max Alberts
Boston
Mass
Grand
Raymer
Yankee Strikes Ground Near Buzzards Bay
Newport R I United States cruiser Yankee ran aground on Spindle Rock near Buzzards Bay during a foggy gale Wednesday breaking holes in her hull. Tugboats failed to refloat her and Lebanon and other vessels were dispatched from New York to assist. Nero assembling to aid as well amid the calm sea and urgent danger.
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Newport
R. I
Spindle Rock
Eniurance
Buzzards Bar
Dub
New York Way
Nero
Boston
Buzgards Bar
Plot to Roba Bank Salisbury Man Charged With Conspiracy
A report describes a plot to rob a Salisbury bank linked to George, along with two other prominent Salisbury men charged with conspiring. The narrative mentions Wachovia Bank and a transit from Salisbury to ToD, Chelsea, Nass, with discussions and a fire incident near the Boston & Maine tracks.
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Salisbury
N. C
George 3
Prominen
Tha Wachovia Bank
Tod
Spencer
AISA
Gas in a Well Kills Three in Ontario Farm
Port Arthur reports three Finnish workers were killed by gas while digging a well on Erickson farm eight miles from town. Stanley notes the accident occurred on the property, details remain scarce as investigators assess the cause and confirm identities.
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Port Arthur
Ont
Stanley
Erickson
One Burst District Shows World What Can Be Done
Rural schools in Orger Dam township Hancock county build modern schoolhouses with slate blackboards desks and free text books. Salaries tied to average certificates vary by grade with increases for higher certification and four holidays. Teachers come from diverse backgrounds including Norwegians Swedes and Germans. the township has supported first rate teachers for two years with responsive administration.
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Waterloo
Orger Dam
Hancock Coun
Deansrrd
A. M. Devoe
Carnival Show Raid Stirs Valley Junction Tensions
Anti-Saloon League figures led by Hoy W. Barber and attorney M S Golie with detectives raided Valley Junction saloons and gaming venues after the carnival. They threaten impeaching Mayor George Gray and seek contempt actions for alleged court order violations, targeting saloons and property owners.
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Anti-Saloon League
Valley Junction
Saloon League
Hoy
W. C. Barber
M.S. Golie
George Gray
Ber
Engrega
V - Junction
Ottumwa Theater Manager Assault Incident Report
Ottumwa man Hartgrove faced assault charges after a knife wound struck the theater manager in the side as he investigated a lumber theft at a property near the Ottumwa opera house. Harigrove pleaded not guilty at arraignment. case awaiting further proceedings.
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Ottumwa
J. FF
Harigrove
Jersey
Asit
C. B. Cover
Cover
Opera House
Robbed of His Drug Store in Creston Lawsuit
Creston district court hears John Kees allege fraud by missing Merrifields who allegedly sold and deeded property to Allen F. Bock in August, with misrepresentation of the farm. Kees returned to find himself ousted and the buyers in possession. he seeks legal relief to set aside the transaction as the Merrifields have disappeared.
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Creston
John Kees
Kees
B. H. Merrifield
Allen F. Bock
Seven Stores Burn in Van Wert Fire
Fire destroyed seven shops in Van Wert early morning, damaging frame structures and nearby buildings. Fire crews arrived quickly, focusing on two barber shops and several stores. the cause and full extent of losses were not immediately clear.
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Eeloc
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Tinem
Ifa Downer
Wro
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Everrihing Ie Posto
Re James
A. Amflersidings Vic
Fire Destroys Morrow Company Stationery Store
A wildly constructed frame building housing the Coast Morrow Company Wholesale Stationery was totally destroyed by fire in Iowa City. Losses totaled about 700 for the building with 1509 worth of letter paper consumed. Insurance stood at 460 on the building and 3600 on stock. Three African American men nearby claimed they pitched a tent against the south wall and tried to sound an alarm before their tent burned.
English Millionaire James Woodward Remembered in Iowa
English immigrant James Woodward settled in Dubuque as a routing man and became a cabinet business millionaire. He died August 29 and was honored with a memorial service in Kirby Stephen Westmoreland. He funded scholarships and last year added to his philanthropy by giving money to establish pensions for needy local preachers and widows.
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James Woodward
Dubuque
England
Kirby Stephen
Westmoreland
Stephen Kheld
Want County High School Corning Tax Payment Note
Tax records show Want County High School Corning secured scholarships or funds. The document mentions names of persons responsible and orders related to a tax matter. Further readable details identify involved parties and potential payment arrangements.
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Want County High School
Corning
Scoers
Begin the Etg Auditorium auction details noted
A fragmented notice references sale of a check or asset by a committee or agents, with dates and terms unclear. The readable bits indicate an auction action tied to the Etg Auditorium and involved committees or commissions. Further specifics are not legible.
Lameri Harvest Home Ends and Lameri Team Stands Heavy
A fragmentary report notes the Lameri harvest event concluding at a notable address with a highlighted sports balance. It mentions the Phe cn bal team present and placing the Lameri squad in a season with rapid daily performances. The text emphasizes swift daily actions by the wr ug watches.
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Tewa
Escaped to Kill Dennison Threat Haunts Omaha
Denver authorities believe Iowa desperado Frank Shercliffe, who fled after a murder sentence, escaped to hunt Omaha gambling king Tom Dennison. He allegedly vowed to kill Dennison if freed. pursuers warn Dennison will be guarded as sheriffs search rugged country and rail routes for the fugitive.
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Colo
Frank Shercliffe
Iowa
Shercliffe
Tom Dennison
Dennison
Council Bliits
Leadville
Sherclife
Omaha
Haskell resigns as treasurer of Democratic National Committee
Governor Haskell announced his resignation as treasurer of the Democratic National Committee after arriving in Chicago from Guthrie Oklahoma and meeting with party officials. He said he did not want to embarrass the party and avoided further comment at headquarters in New York where Associated Press reports noted the resignation was expected and no one would discuss it for publication.
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Haskell
Democratic National Committee
Guthrie
Oklo
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Arpense
Democratic Party
New York
Associated Press
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Prepare for Land Drawing in Huron South Dakota
Inspector J T Boxlan of the post office department is preparing facilities for a rush of business with the opening of government lands in Tripp county drawing for place October 5. Washington plans final arrangements for the drawings and better facilities are expected for Dallas and Gregory visitors.
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S. D
J. T. Boxlan
Post Office Department
Tripr County
Land Department
Washington
Spe
Dallas
Gregory
French Naval Disaster Aboard Latouche Treville Killing Crew
A turret gun on the French armored cruiser Latouche Treville exploded during a gunnery drill at Toulon, instantly killing 13 gun crew members and injuring several others. The 7 inch gun failure echoes a prior Couronne incident and prompts a naval inquiry into the disaster. The Latouche Treville has 370 aboard.
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Toulon
France
Latouche Trevitle
Couronne
Les Salins -Hyeres
Great Fire Hits Paris Central Telephone Building
Fire swept the Central Telephone building near Place des Victoires causing rapid evacuations as flames consumed the structure. The blaze, tied to the nearby pest office, destroyed the building and crippled telephonic links to Paris provinces and abroad. Firefighters worked all day and into the afternoon at a Faubourg St. Denis department store, causing further damage and losses.
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Dames
Place Des Victoires
Goodwin Sues for Divorce in Reno Court
Reno actor Nat C Goodwin filed a sealed complaint for divorce against his wife Bessie Hail Goodwin also known as Maxine Elliott. Attorneys for the actor refuse to comment on the case as papers remain sealed in court.
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Reno
Nev
Nat C. Goodwin
Ife
Bessie
Maxine Elliott
Attorners
Philadelphia Trolley Crash Injures Fifty On Track
A trolley collision on the South Western Traction line between Philadelphia and Chester injures about fifty workers aboard a car from Philadelphia. A second car from Chester looms up on the single track and a head-on crash follows as brakes fail.
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Feg
Southwestern Traction Company
Chester
Ghent
Philadelphia
Foz
Wright Sets World Record Flight at Le Mans Field
Wilbur Wright, American aeronaut, flies at Auvours field near Le Mans for 1 hour 31 minutes 23 seconds to claim a world record. The aircraft circled steadily as Wright guided its rudder through wind challenges, finishing safely amid French spectators watching the bird-man’s victory.
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le Mans
France
Wilbur Wright
Auvours
Seton
Wright
Stewart Retired Claim Follows Fort Grant Tests
Washington Colonel William F Stewart of the coast artillery has been ordered to appear before a retiring board in Washington to determine his disability and its line of duty relation. The action follows a Fort Huachuca examination and a 90 mile test ride directed by President Roosevelt.
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Roosevelt
Buried in Red Hot Bricks at Kenmare Plant
Minot North Dakota reports a fatal accident at Kenmare Brick and Coal Company when a brick kiln wall burst ten hours from completion. Manager E W Drake Sr was buried up to his arms and died after 30 minutes. 10 year old Clarence Bailey was entombed and roasted to death, found an hour later.
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Minot
N. D
E. W. Drake, Sr
Clarence Bailey
Kermmare Wednesda
Kenmare Brick & Coal Company
Drake
Redbot Nile
Baier
Ex Mayor Epler Found Dead In New Richmond
Ex mayor of New Richmond Dr. FOOW Epler and former Wisconsin Medical Society president was found dead in a cistern on Wednesday. Authorities say accidental fall is suspected.
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New Richmond
Wis
Foow
Epler
Wisconsin Medical Society
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