Naples Attacked by Mount Vesuvius Erupts Fiercely
Reports from Torre del Greco and surrounding towns describe lava flows and ash burying homes, with mass casualties and refugees. Naples shelters 150,000 as lava and ash devastate villages. King Victor Emmanuel and Queen travel the coast aiding victims. Ongoing eruptions, collapsed markets, and widespread panic continue as authorities race to save lives.
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Torre del Greco
Naples
Ottajano
Vesu
Gangwiseppe
Forticy
Naple
Ctaserta
Java
NMLA
San ‘Giorgio
Signor Mattenel
Servatory
Victor Emmanuel
Quyech
Pope Pius
Cardinal Prince
Thi
Viscount Aoki Named First U S Ambassador
Viscount Aoki and his German wife Suzo Aoki are designated as the first ambassador to the United States. He will assume duties in Washington on May first. Aoki formerly served as foreign minister and represented Nippon in Germany where he met his wife.
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Viscount Aoki
Suzo Aoki
United
United States
Washington
Germany
Viscoutness
Interstate Commerce Commission opens broad coal oil inquiry in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia the Interstate Commerce Commission began a sweeping investigation into alleged community of interest among interstate carriers and coal and oil interests. The inquiry, authorized by last month’s joint congressional bill, aims to uncover contracts, combinations or monopolies affecting coal and oil transport. Three witnesses were due today: William Atterbury of the Pennsylvania Railroad, George G. Searls of the Pennsylvania, and Theodore Voorhis of the Philadelphia and Reading.
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Scrippa-McRae Press Association
Philadelphia
Interstate Commerce Commission
Interstate Commerce Carriers
Tilman-Cillespie
William Atterbury
Pennsylvania Railroad
George G., Searls
The
Pennsylvania
Theodore Voorhis
Philadelphia & Reading
Public Streets Blocked by Private Contractors on Markel and Penn Streets
Contractors erect a roof over the sidewalk near the Circle and Market, hindering traffic between the curb and streetcar track and impeding travel on Pennsylvanis and in front of the Potaton and Knights of Pythias buildings. Building Inspector Winterrowd said no new orders were given beyond previous ones, while some crews improve the former Wizgerald building now American Central Life Insurance.
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Markel St
Lemeke
Penns
American Central Life Insurance
Wizgerald
Circle and
Market St
Fay
Filmay Aidewalk
Knights of Pythias Gray
Barrows Improves After Surgery at St Vincent's
Edward W. Barrows secretary of the American Engineering Company recovered from a recent operation at St Vincent's hospital. Doctors hold out hope for a speedy return to health as Barrows regains strength and spirits after the serious procedure.
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Barrows
Edward W. Barrows
American Engineering Company
St. Vincent's Hospital
Dowie Arrives in Chicago Amid Rushed Crowd Scenes
John Alexander Dowie, leader of Zion, arrived at Chicago’s depot amid a dense, cheering crowd and police push. He, visibly weakened, was escorted by two tall men and quickly moved toward trains, declaring he would seek legal action rather than go to Zion City today.
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Jacon Waldeck
John Alexander Dowie
Chicago
Delock
Wabash Railway
Patri St
John Alexander
Nic
Howle
Chicago & Northwestern Depot
Oman
Dowie faces court dispute as followers threaten legal action
The article describes John Alexander Dowie amid tensions in Zion City, with his followers plotting to seize property and press legal action. Dowie claims ownership of Zion City, cites threats against him and his family, and plans to expose alleged plots tied to insanity charges. Leaders including Deacon Jonathan Lewis and James F. Peters coordinate a plan to file writs while a deputy sheriff is restrained by the mob.
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Voullya
Dowie
Cone
Dowle
St. Louis
Zion City
Ila
Joanam Lewis
Jamien F. Peters
Vouiva
Dowte
John Alexander Dowle
Vollya
Judas Iscariot
Wabash
William GG. Stearns
Preacher Sutherlin Acquitted to Resume Pulpit Roles
New Albany Ind April 10 16 Sutherlin was acquitted of murdering his wife and plans to continue ministry in Southern Indiana churches. Parishioners express strong confidence, calling the charges false. He denies involvement in the death of his wife Ada Moore who stayed with him after his wife died. He posted bond for appearance in court. Metzger Case Proceeds as Chief Metzger Walter Koons convicts and Judge Fremont Affine preside. several witnesses heard though case may extend for days.
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Weetal
New Albany
Ind
Sutherlin
Mgs
Biu
Hin
Cos
Sotherlin
Palernin
Jim Uy Ann
Adela Moore
Pergmnon Sues Ferguson for Divorce Over Threats
Augustus W. Pergmnon files divorce action against Anna M. Ferguson alleging she was in the habit of swearing at him and threatened to harm him, claiming a pattern of abusive conduct and threats.
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Augustus W. Pergmnon
Anna M. Ferguson
Activists Seek US Intervention Over Belgian Congo Abuses
Representatives from the Grey Curtis Guild of Massachusetts appeal to the United States to intercede against brutal acts in the Congo under King Leopold. A meeting in New York heard reports of severities including amputations and lashings, with clergy and civic leaders urging action.
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York
United States
Grey Curtis Guild
Massachusetts
Leopold
Belgium
Mr. Guild
Fitzpatrick Prominent Figure Faces Rough Session
The article notes Fitzpatrick expressing strong confidence while editor Jor Casky of the Teensburg News visits and reports, highlighting district politics and tensions during a gathering with several participants.
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Jor Casky
Teensburg News
Fos
Hargess
Var
Race for Sheriff Costs Exposed in County Accord
Reported expense records show Joseph P. Clay and Edward Sourbier spent heavily before the Republican county convention. Sourbier, the unsuccessful candidate, spent slightly more than Clay. The details list items such as stationery, mailing, cigars, and primary delegate expenses, with totals around 2,861 for Sourbier and 3,450 for Clay. Leonard Qui’s uncontested clerk bid shows 224.25 expended.
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Joseph P. Clay
Edward Sourbier
Republcan
Edward Sourlier
Clay
Ty Jsourlier
Very
Trent
Sherrick's Health Improves Amid Hospital Stay
David Kosherrick writes from Indianapolis that he is in the Doxplad at Menigan Chey and improving. He remains under treatment and will stay in the hospital until substantial progress is seen, with friends hoping for full recovery.
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David Kosherrick
Reds Waves
Indianapolis
Menigan Chey
Bherrlia
Lawyer as sleuth case in Milton J. Chowsan inquiry
A man, George Davis, is arrested on a night in Milton J. Chowsan matter and charged with theft from a store. Sheri Kitward is named in relation to an investigation of alleged swindling and equipment theft. Davis reportedly fled the scene but was identified by Patrolman Mel fen. the case involves bankruptcy proceedings and a claim of missing goods.
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Milton J. Chowsan
Bey
George Davis Iis
WLM
Hass
Otheers
Wwe
Sherny Kiwird Fourier
Murton
Euity
Davis
Inekalius
Ion Uline
Sheri Kitward
Peace Stout
Vavie
Chewyon
Nir
Davin
Tuessay
Clawson
Oman
Melfen
Manmachisetta Ave
Political Happenings in Indiana Judicial Nominations
Reports from the Claypool convention reveal intense trading and strategic maneuvering for judicial nominations across northern and southern districts. Key figures include Judge Heaton, Judge Roby, Daniel Comstock, Leander Monks, and Hadley with Fort Wayne and Richmond as focal points, while Starr weighs in on likely outcomes.
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Ft. Wayne
Fort Wayne
Heael
Supreme Court
Don. Heaton
Frank &. Roby
Samuel KR. Artman
J. M. Rubb
Daniel W. Cometick
Richmond
Thitanapotts
Comatnes
Suen Power
Harry Birne
Charles Shively
Mr. Comstock
Hadley
C. Hadley
Indianapolis
Mile
Ward Watson
Sharleston
Ft Wayne
Leander J. Monks
Hin Adang
Claypool
Among the Politicians at Claypool Hotel in Fort Wayne
A fragment from a political gathering at the Claypool hotel in Fort Wayne features leaders like Starr Shiveley and Kirkman weighing gubernatorial flags and state offices. The Wayne county delegation nudges for Charles E. Shiveley as chief executive while others including Watson Stubbs and Monaghan press for various state posts. The piece blends name drops, candid remarks, and maneuvering ahead of the state convention.
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Frank Phoups
Ihtery Starr
Charles EB Shiveleer Kirbin
Claypool
Tusday
Starr
Shivelay
Wayne County
Daniel Cohatock
Harry Stirrist
Horn
Hie
Smouth
Comstock
Modest
Charles E. Shiveley
Shiveley
Paul Comatack
Senator Kirkmany
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