Tragedy at Willow Hotel Coney Island Ends in Gas Symmetry
At the Willow hotel on Coney Island a Brooklyn couple P Lynch and wife were found dead in their room with gas escaping. The chamber maid detected the odor and the door was forced open to find them in an embrace. The woman Fannie Elly was identified later. It is unclear if the deaths were accidental or self inflicted but they appear to have intended to kill themselves.
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Willow Hotel
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Woman commits suicide over destitution in Manion
Mrs. Dine Dalby wife of Clark Dalby of Mount, ended her life Sunday by morphine. Deserted six weeks earlier by her husband who went to Indianapolis, she left five children in destitute circumstances and chose death over asking neighbor aid. In Pittsburgh report two men face jail for assaults and a guardless escape precedes a cell fall.
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Boy Survives Rare Hydrophobia Attack in St Louis
A fourteen year old boy on Chestnut avenue suffered a hydrophobia attack that startled doctors. He barked frothed gnawed furniture and required four men to restrain him. He later revived and recalled nothing of the episode. Doctors Spieglealter and Schultz expressed puzzlement at the case.
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Wiloeble
Docertle
Spiegealter
Schultz
Fatal fall at New Union depot cited as switchman dies
Vandalia switchman Mepot Singleton, 35, fell from an upper floor through a skylight at the New Union depot. He landed about seventy feet to the floor and died. he left a wife and two children and resided at 72 Leofast. The accident was reported to Walker’s court.
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Tly
Jed
Leofast
Fianner
Police Court Clears Docket With Broad Range of Cases
A Monday morning arraignment in the mayor’s court disposed of many offenders on pleas of guilty. The docket included a murder charge waiver by George Turnage, a 15-year-old fined for assault, two gamblers fined for gambling, and several assaults and disturbances. Civil action included Water Company v Gas Trust over proximity of mains and connections, with judges assigning the case.
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Wm. McGill
Newt Harding
John W. Brooker
Frances
James ‘Hines
Geo. Johnson
John Q. Adams
Mary
George McDavitt
John Q
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James Garrison
Eliza Garrison
Charles Cuming
Clarence Alexander
Max Gibbs
Chicago drummer arrested during parade over discipline
A Chicago drummer in the Saturday delegation to visit Harrison was arrested Saturday night during the democratic parade by Officer Brosnan. He was released by Sergeant Dawson after reprimand. Captain Colbert suspended Dawson, then reassigned him, and threatens to press charges while Captain Campbell defends the sergeant.
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Brosnan
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Colbert
Campbell
Travis
Weighty Politics Ends in Assualt at Barber Shop
Saturday afternoon Fred Boetticher a butcher and David Rinkler a barber clashed during a shave. Boetticher returned with a weight and knocked Rinkler unconscious. Both were arrested for assault and continuances were granted in police court Monday morning. They operated adjacent shops opposite the court house.
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David Rinkler
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Court Ouse
Freight wreck delays Panhandle train near Cumberland
A Cumberland freight wreck ten miles east delayed the Panhandle passenger train Sunday night with no injuries reported. Local incidents include Ada Smith's unsuccessful suicide bid saved by Dr Bryant, a hospital visit for Albert Mobler after a banana peel mishap, and several other injuries and brief notices. The Ferrand murder case adjourned due to a key witness absence, while county bridge chief William Whittaker suffered a head injury from a stone hit. Freddy Griffith found sleeping in a hallway after escaping an orphan home.
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Eest
Panhandle
Charles W. Merkel
David A. Myers
Ada Smith
Edward Maples
William Whittaker
County Bridges
Woodlawnave
Samuel Berehode
Market
Pennsylvaniasts
Samuel Gunson
Meridian
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Kregolo
Freddie Griffith
Fever Spreads Across the South Amid Feared Death Toll
Reports from Jacksonville and surrounding towns describe rising fever cases and multiple deaths as physicians struggle. Amid quarantine and distress, several marriages occur. one couple from New Jersey wed as families cope with fear and restricted movement.
Fatal prize fight ends in Winnipeg boxer's death
In Grand Forks North Dakota on September 24, George Fulljames of Winnipeg fought an unknown for 75 dollars at Frank Church's barn. After a first knockout the rival struck him again, leading to unconsciousness and death Sunday night. The assailant, named Barrett, was arrested, denied intent, escaped from custody, and was recaptured later.
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George Fulljames
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Whipping at Newcastle Jail Draws Record Lashes
In Wilmington on September 24 the Newcastle Jail held a remarkable whipping day with ten colored and seven white victims. Total 225 lashes were administered, averaging thirteen per person, plus an hour in the pillory for the punishment group.
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Ohio "White Caps" Ride 2 Ransbottom on a Rail
In Lima on September 22 Asa Ransbottom faced brutal treatment by a mob calling themselves the White Caps. They rode him on a rail to the city limits, gave him forty lashes, and banished him from town after allegations of severe domestic abuse and forcing his wife to support the family by boarding.
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Enraged student trio accused in brutal assault
In Clarksville Tennessee on September 24 a theological student N P Smiley, a Southwestern Presbyterian University favorite, was struck by Barksdale Bros. in their clothing store after a jocular remark. Smiley received multiple bottle blows and faces likely fatal wounds. Students fear a lynch mob if he dies and a guard is posted at the store.
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Democratic Night Parades Dominate Weekend Festivities
A Democratic parade drew about 5,000 along a multihour route, fireworks and fine paraphernalia highlighted the event. Police arrested four men at Union Station on alcohol and assault charges with a bond posted but later forfeited after they failed to appear. Reports from Berlin note German forces facing resistance in Zanzibar provoking clashes and killings as marines ashore. In Columbus, George L Converse switches sides to back Harrison with a Tiffin speech planned for October 5. Cincinnati offers reduced round trip Centennial tickets at $3.90 for six days and admission.
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Joe Mason
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Sheridan Campaigns and Irish Republican Shift in Ohio
Gen. Sheridan denounces Mills bill as sectional and harmful to northern industry while citing a growing Irish republican movement in the United States. He plans to speak at Tomlinson Hall and tours include Wabash and Col umbus clubs with diverse Irish, German, and Nor mal student groups. The Journal faces labor tension amid union printer disputes and regional political events unfold across Xenia and Tipton.
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Hoosiers Fall to Phillies in Close Park Game
About 1,500 fans watched at Athletic Park as Philadelphia beat Indiana 2 to 1 in a tense season finale. Denny, Seery, and Bassett sparked a back and forth game with several runs on hits and errors, while Seery and Glasscock delivered key plays for the Phillies and Hoosiers respectively.
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Yellow Fever Refugees Reach City in Healthy Tide
Secretary Earp reported Sunday that several arrivals from Jacksonville Florida brought yellow fever fears but were found in good health. Six individuals on South Tennessee Street are under cautious watch as city officials monitor for fever germs and possible spread.
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Eloped to Chicago in hot pursuit over romance
Thomas Patterson, a Boston banker, sent his eighteen year old son to Hartford then Chicago after a romance with Kitty Scannell. The Scannell girl disappeared and later wrote she was living with Patterson. Scannell followed to Chicago vowing marriage to rectify the affair. the banker then pursued him.
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Boston
Thomas Patterson
Hartford
Kitty Scannell
Patterson
Chicago
Scannell
Saloon Keeper Slashes Own Throat in Suspected Suicide
Frederick Mangold, 48, saloon keeper at 361 Prospect Street, attempted suicide Sunday by cutting his throat. Found by his stepson, he was rushed to the city hospital where Police Surgeon Hodges fears recovery is unlikely. Mangold, a pensioner, left notes of family trouble as a probable cause before the act.
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