Fatal traffic crash in Kansas City injures many
In a Wednesday morning collision on Twelfth Street in Kansas City three trains derailed after a cable incident. Emma Orville, a department store clerk, died. Carrie Mooney and H B Watkins were fatally injured. About 33 others injured. two coaches telescoped. many injuries occurred as passengers jumped. All severely injured residents worked in Kansas City, Kansas. Engineer and fireman killed in separate rail wrecks in Canal Dover Ohio and Marion Ohio.
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Kanbas City
Twelfth-st. Cable Inc
Emma Orville
Carrie Mooney
H. B. Watkins
Minnie Schroeder
Jeg
Lizzie Canary
Mary Clemens
Celia Speth
Anna Noon
Canal Dover
Firem Lingectt
Allen Schullenberger
Walter Stottlemelt
OIL BRAKES ON NEAL DUPLEX SYSTEM FOR POTENT CAR BRAKES
A street car system uses an oil circulating pump and cylinder to drive brake shoes. Inspectors say eighty pounds per square inch is applied to each brake shoe to stop the car, and the units are costly and expensive to operate.
City Gets Cinders For Nothing
The American Car and Foundry Company notified the works board on Wednesday that more than 2,400 wagon loads of cinders are available to the city free of charge. The offer was quickly accepted, President Downing said, with much of the cinders usable now for improvements along Kentucky Avenue.
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American Car and Foundry Company
Works Board
Downing
Kentucky Ave
Broken hearted mother and son in juvenile court scene
A mother and her repentant son, Clarence Miller 33, faced a juvenile court hearing over a $1 football theft from Gus Habich's store at 121 W. Washington St. The mother, overwhelmed by grief, sat in silence as Miller protested innocence. the case was adjourned to Friday at 10 by Judge Stubbs. Later reports note Dolle suspects in Evansville burglary and murder cases, and Barnes faces assault with intent to kik in a Kingan's workplace dispute.
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Clarence Miller
W. Washington Sr
Gus Habich
Washington St
Tmia Raother
Stubbs
New Liners Advertisements On Seventh Page
New liner advertisements parsed on page seven list bargains and notices including house for rent rooms for rent fruit trees for sale brick for sale wood for sale wheel found and washing wanted keys and other items. This compact card preserves the main classified items from the readable OCR segment.
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Wner
Ngj
Escape From Burning Home Down a Narrow Fire Ladder
Mr and Mrs Franke Martin escaped a blaze at their home by climbing down a ladder stretched from their second floor window to the veranda roof after a defective electric light wire caused the fire. Neighbors aided with a ladder but it was short, and firemen guided the escape from the window to safety.
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New Jerseysh
Franke Martin
Mr. Martin
M. &. Reagan
Mrs. Martin
Sprinkling Bills Held Up by Ventrofler Duna Inquiry
Clerk Williams of the board of works described bills for sprinkling inspectors as ghostly and delayed by order of Ventrofler Duna amid irregularities in the department. Williams cannot explain why the bills keep appearing in his batch of new appropriations. Cal Downing told Williams to reinstate the gist into the coffin.
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Hennig Banquo
Clerk Williams
Board of Works
Ventrofler Duna
Pharma
Williams
Cal. Downing
Senator Beveridge Congratulated Amid Ohio Telefrains
Senator Beveridge received many telefrains from across Ohio praising Col. Herrick's landslide for governor. Messages from districts where Beveridge spoke credited his campaign speeches with boosting Merrick's support. One telegram from Gen. Dick predicted Merrick’s vote total would top 10,000 and Hanna’s joint-ballot majority would exceed 100, the largest for any senator in Ohio.
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Beveridge
Ohio
Col. Herrick
Cal. Merries
Gen
Merrick
Hanna
Sunny Jim and the missing pocketbook mystery
The item reports Walter Lybr of the Bunny Jim fraternity waking to find $15 and a two percent bank check missing from his pocket. He suspects being robbed along Wabash between Pennsylvania and Delaware streets late Tuesday night. A separate brief notes nine Indians killed in a Wyoming fight with a sheriff and mentions possible Chicago streetcar workers strike over wage increases.
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Sunny Jim
Walter Lybr
Bunny Jim
Walter
Wabash-st
Fennsylvania
Delaware-sta
Washington
Brennan
Wyoming
Dropped From Existence As Sudden as If Earth Swallowed Him
A concise obituary-like note reports a man’s sudden disappearance and presumed death, describing the event with stark metaphor and naming the locality and family context while omitting sensational detail.
Old Man with Money Roll Missing in Nora Indiana
Nora Indiana farmer William Cruse disappeared last Friday leaving a large money roll on his person. Police fear foul play while Elmer Cruse reports the case to authorities. Cruse is described as about 5 feet 7 inches tall, 190 pounds, middle aged, wearing a straw hat with a black band.
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Wiliam Cruse
Nora
Elmer Cruse
N. Capitolave
William Cruse
Safety Board Meeting Reassigns, Resignations and Charges
At a safety board meeting Wednesday Chief Coots accepted the resignation of Thomas Taflinger driver of truck No 1 without stating a reason, while noting he may enter another business. Charges were filed against Tov O Har a hose company 36 pineman for absence without leave with a Thursday hearing set. Patrolman William Wynn faces charges for using improper language toward Frank A Heck and shoving him from wrecked cars. Supt Kruger was tasked to investigate and report next meeting. Henry Wood was appointed chief engineer at the police station.
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Board of Safety
Coots
Thomas Taflinger
Taflinger
Tov O'Hara
Hose Company
O'Hara
Wiliam Wynn
Frank A. Heck
Wynn
Beck
Elven
Kruger
Henry Wood
Blood Poisoning Cases In Local Fire Department
A peculiar blood poisoning case strikes John Cain of Company No 1 after two wounds on his hands heal poorly and swell, moving to his right arm. Another worker, James O Donnell of Company 8, is reported in serious condition with a badly swollen right arm and a worsening hand injury.
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John Cain
Company
No. 1
Cain
James O'Donnell
O'Donnell
Weather forecast for Indianapolis area shows showers
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicin ity for the 36 hours ending at 8 p. m. Nov. 5. Continued cloudy with showers Wednesday night and possibly Thursday. Temperature at 7 a. m. 56. At noon 59. 2 p. m. 59. Possibly showers in Indiana and adjacent states, cooler northerly winds.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
New York Result Seen as Slap at Roosevelt
Chicago reports a Washington reaction to New York and Maryland votes with gloom at the White House. The victory of Tant Reany in New York and Senator Gorman's success suggest Roosevelt may face tougher re election, while Gorman could rise as a Democratic rival and New York might back McClellan for president. Republicans see Ohio and Hanna victories boosting prospects for a presidential ticket.
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Chicago
Washington
Therald
Saxe
Tantreany
New York
Gorman
Maryland
White House
Ohio
Rooosevelt
New Yorke
McClellan
Roosevelt
Fifth-ave
Tom Johnson
Wanea
Wallst
Hanna
Gossip Along Commission Row Celebrates Mrs Hilligoss Birthday
At 61 East Washington Street a five generation gathering honored Mrs Nancy Hilligoss on her eighty sixth birthday. Representatives from five generations attended along with relatives from across the state. The celebrant, a longtime Indiana resident, enjoyed health and travel, reading The Bible and The Bun. Cranberries and poultry prices and holiday turkey signals are noted in market chatter.
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E. Washingtonst
Nancy Hilligoss
Crippen Hilligoss
Hve
Nancy Hilligess
E. Washington
Dr. Hilligess
EL Washingtonest
Joseph Arnold
Gladstoneave
H. T. Graham
Washington-at
California
Colorad
Coroner's Inquest On Purdue Special Wreck Stalls
The coroner's inquest continued Wednesday with no new findings. Both the spectas and the real trains crews were recalled to verify Tuesday statements as the morning passed without new features or conclusions.
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Purdue
One-Legged Colored Man Begged in German at Court
A peg legged colored man named James Lewis pleaded in a police court after being accused of begging in German on Tuesday and Wednesday. A witness said Lewis spoke German and offered money to leave town. Judge Wharton accepted the offer of £2 and costs, noting the man’s railroad accident injury.
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James Lewis
Lewis
Murdered His Wife In Sudden Divorce Case
Louisville farmer Jacob Bishop shot and killed his wife without warning following a divorce suit filed by Mrs. Bishop three weeks earlier. The incident occurred as the couple faced separation in a troubled domestic situation.
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Louisville
Jacob Bishop
Bishop
Divorce Claim Alleges Husband Abused Wife and Fled
Lizzie V. Thomas files for divorce from Cyrus H. alleging repeated physical punishment and verbal abuse in front of children. After separations they reunited briefly, then he again beat her, pulled her hair, and packed his belongings, likely returning to Tennessee.
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Cyrus H
Lizzie V. Thomas
Rome
Con
Tennessee
Temperance Demonstration Disrupts Wichita Council Session
In Wichita Kansas a temperance group led by Mrs Myra McHenry disrupted a city council meeting after the mayor refused to entertain a temperance trade proposal. Women were escorted out as a bucket of water was thrown, a brief scuffle ensued, and one protestor was jailed. Believed to be tied to Carrie Nation followers, the incident paused council proceedings. Also, Charles Bierbauer was held over to the grand jury after a preliminary hearing on drug and related charges.
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Carrie Nation
Wichita
Kan
Temperance
Myra McHenry
Workmabo
Myur
Bierbauer
Charles Bierbauer
Wysong
Massachusetteave
Aid North
Fought With Tribesmen In West Africa Clash
London dispatch reports severe fighting between British troops and tribesmen in Britten South Nigeria. Troops have returned with wounded in the wake of the engagement.
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London
Old Calabar
West Africa
Britten South Nigeria
Taggart Sees Indiana Democrats Move to Control Sentinel
In town from French Lick, Taggart confirms Indiana Democrats plan to take control of the Sentinel. He says a Democratic paper will continue, with Hearst rival money and Morse estate interests debated among Star and others. The deal is expected to be settled soon, solidifying a Democratic paper.
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TL. Taggart
Indiana
Sentinel
T. Taggart
French Lick
McCulloch
The
Star
Train Order Forcing 20 MPH City Speed Under Scrutiny
A city wreck inquiry focuses on an order mandating a 20 mph city speed for a special Lafayette to Indianapolis train. Engineers Shumaker and Johnson faced conflicting duties: obey city ordinance restricting speed and meet a tight schedule to Union Station, raising questions of responsibility between railroad policy and municipal law.
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Ecrom Rs Investi
Shumaker
Tondy Johoden
Ind
Cial
Lafayette
Indianapolis
North Indianapolis
North St
Union Station
North Inapally
Os Ta Erep
Ctty
Mark Hanna for president rumors sweep Ohio
The Cleveland Press reports strong talk of Mark Hanna as a presidential candidate. Republican leaders in Ohio and nationally urge his bid, while Hanna signals no firm commitment. New York sources note Roosevelt's nomination could shape Hanna's role, with Hanna waiting for clearer national signals before acting.
Expected Jump in Union Traction Stock Moves
A stock rally description notes an anticipated rise in union traction shares before year end. Traders cite limited supply and rising demand in Philadelphia and nearby markets. The message warns of possible price reversals if holders rush to sell.
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Ian
Louis Lathrop
Philadelphia
Island naval accident reports sixteen dead at Hudson base
A violent explosion on Tona Island within the United States naval station in the Hudson caused immense damage. The blast shattered communications to Haverstraw eight miles away and blocked the West Shore railroad nearby. Early reports state sixteen people were killed and telegraph and telephone wires were down across the area.
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Tona Island
United States Naval Station
Hudson
West Shore Railroad
Pers Song
Political intrigue over party chair—names floated
A fragmented local discussion centers on who will win the county Republican chairmanship. Rumors mention candidates like Overstreet and Senator Rovers, with talk of two men meeting to decide, though the exact nominee remains unclear and contested.
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SUN
Charley
Seth
Candi
Repubs
Comity Central
Overstreet
Rovers
Wil
Dave
Siow
Haran Rothechee
Big Fog at Chicago Sparking Transit Glitches
Chaos across Chicago during heavy fog fouls transit as thousands face delays and minor accidents. A serious collision at sixty third street and Stewart avenue injures no one beyond a jolt. passengers walk away unharmed after a coal car strikes a suburban Wabash line. In Marietta a veteran John Boyt dies while attempting to vote, heart failure cited. In Lincoln Nebraska, Charles Webber helps rally fusion state committee backing Barnet for U S supreme court.
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Chicago
CME
Sixty-Third-St
Stewart-ave
Wabash
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