Three Children Die in Abandoned Coal Mine Tragedy
In Moline Illinois three victims Walter Cole 15 William Cole 25 and Arthur Harrington 14 died after entering the Leader mine shaft. The accident occurred as the family searched for blackberries near an abandoned site five miles east of Moline. Mrs Cole attempted to descend the shaft but was stopped by mine owner Otto Leader.
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Moline
Walter Cole
Wm. Cole
Arthur Harrington
Cole
Humphrey Seizes Two Barrels of Fish
Deputy Game Warden George Kingsley confiscates two barrels of fish shipped from De Soto. Allegations include improper markings and one barrel containing game fish. Owners are Joseph Osborne and A Long of De Soto. Sheriff holds warrant. men expected to appear at Viroqua tomorrow.
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George Kingsley
de Soto
Joseph Osborne
A. Long
Viroqua
City aims to keep Kenyon and Hackner factories
Waukesha committee views factory threats in La Crosse and acts to retain Kenyon Auto-Boat Top and Hackner Altar Works. Kenyon employs 40 workers, may rise to 100 by next summer, seeks affordable new-site support to build. Hackner may relocate unless side track issues are resolved, with possible sale. Board declines Preston fair excursion due to scheduling.
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Board of Trade
Hackner Altar Works
Kenyon Auto-boat Top Company
la Crosse
la Crosse Club
Kenyon Company
Adam Kroner
Wallace Montague
H. O. Kliner
A. Hirshheimer
Hackner
Railroads Committee
Council
Preston
Foley's Kidney Remedy Promised To Restore Vitality
An advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Remedy strengthens kidneys to purify blood, relieve exhaustion backache rheumatism and urinary irregularities, urging immediate use. Authored by QO T Erhart.
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Foley
QO. T. Erhart
Brutal murder of Miss Schumacher shocks Rochester
Inquest reveals Anna Schumacher, 17, was beaten and strangled near Holy Sepulchre cemetery after being seen with a man days earlier. Hyoid bones fractured indicate a powerful grip. a couple identified her skirt. reward of 500 dollars offered for the killer.
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Rochester
WN. Y
Schumacher
Dayton
Ohio
N. Y
Anna Schumacher
Holy Sepulchre
Anna
Miss Schumacher
Gillette
Couple Drown While Bathing in Lake Michigan
In South Haven Michigan on August ten Miss Alydia Johnson and George Engiebrecht of South Chicago drowned while swimming offshore. Hundreds on the beach watched as the undertow pulled them beyond the breakers and both sank before help arrived.
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South Haven
Mich
Alydia Johnson
George Engiebrecht
South Chicago
Lake Michigan
Engiebrecht
Hat Styles Impress In Odd Fashion By Girls
The article notes how some girls wear whimsical hats that appear striking and unusual, drawing attention for their bold style and playful taste.
Beware of Mercury Ointments for Catarrh
Warns readers about ointments containing mercury for catarrh and the harm from internal use. Urges prescriptions from reputable physicians. Mentions Jarrhre manufactured by F. J. eres & Co Toledo Ohio and Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J Chepey & Co Toledo Ohio. Includes price 75 cents and a constipation remedy from Ball's Family Pills.
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F. J.eres & Co
Toledo
Hall
Ohio
F. J Chepey & Co
Dreagiste
Ball
Roosevelt Era Lands Controversy Sparks Congressional Clash
Chief Forester Gifford Pinchott denounces Ballinger policies as a debate erupts over Montana water power lands. Washington activists cite 2,000,000 horsepower and urge controlled development. Ballinger faces questions on land withdrawals and the cooperative certificate plan amid rising tensions at the congress.
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Secretary of the Interior
Montana
Missouri
Roosevelt
Taft
Ballinger
Pinchott
United States
Gifford Pinchott
Congress
Resolutions Committee
FE. H. Libbey
Clarkston
Wash
Washington Conservation Association
Washington
Winona Old Settlers Excursion Called Off
The Winona Old Settlers' Association excursion was postponed after the steamer J S arrived late due to low river water. Capt John Streckfuss sent a telegram citing delays. the vessel could not progress at Winona, prompting the cancellation of yesterday's outing.
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Winona
J. S
Up River City
John Streckfuss
Old Settlers’ Association
Ole Thoreson Demands Murphy Fired For City Boss Discrimination
Ole Thoreson testifies before Notary A E Bleekman that Miles Murphy the city street foreman pressured him to switch shoeing work from Dan Moore to John Meinke and threatened him when refused He claims Murphy coerces other teamsters to reward Meinke and that Murphy admits Moore's work quality but still tries to divert business The petition seeks Murphy’s removal at the upcoming city council meeting for discrimination and improper acts.
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Miles Murphy
John Meinke
Dan Moore
Ole Thoreson
Murphy
Thoreson
A. E. Bleekman
North Side
Moore
Meinke
Murphy Moore
Fisher
Grady
Foreman Murphy
Evelyn Thaw denies demand for money in New York case
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw told reporters she is in dire straits and penniless after alleging no demand for $500,000 from the Thaws’ family. She criticized living on $70 weekly plus $200 monthly and said she would not sue. At White Plains the Thaws declined to comment on the claimed demand while Harry Thaw’s mother prepared to move with her son.
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New York
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
White Plains
Mills
Kara
Bronx
Mrs. Thaw
Harry
Mary Copley Thaw
Judge Mills
We Can Struggle Along Without Our Full Desires
A concise reflection on enduring hardship with limited resources. The saying notes that people adapt amid shortages and push through challenges by prioritizing essentials over wants. It implies resilience and common struggle in daily life.
Steamer J. Sails as Crowd Chases Theatre Boss in Haze
A crowd packed the J. B. S. boat on a voyage from the city as theatre magnate Charlie Frohman vanished behind a nom de plume Pete Newburg to avoid the throng. The ship departed with raucous cheers and lingering curiosity about the mysterious leader.
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Pete
Charlie Frohman
Frohman
Pete Newburg
All Lansing and a Brass Band Welcome Excursionists
Lansing Iowa greets the J S steamer La Crosse excursionists with a brass band at the levee. P J Conway offers the city key and assures no damage will occur. Amusement along the way includes Karl Kurtenacker and others in festive chatter and pretzels, with a stormy morning giving way to a sunny, bustling reception.
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Lansing
J. S
la Crosse
P. J. Conway
Billy
F. Wolfe
Bert van Steenwyk
Merchants’ Association
Pete Newburg
Pete
Paul Lutz
Karl Kurtenacker
Karl
Busy Bee
William Strauss
Billy Wiggenhorn
Milwaukee
Parker
George
Martin Roth
Art Holbeck
Otto Dumke
Casper Newburg
B. F. Thomas
R. Husschmidt
J. J. Dunlevy
Forty infant bodies in New York morgue rise after heat
New York morgue reports forty infant fatalities tied to the heat wave the highest count since the General Slocum disaster. Most victims from the New York Foundling Asylum with others from hospitals and institutions. Sleep shortage and mass sleeping arrangements sweep across the city with parks opened and streets used as bedrooms.
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New York
Grade Crossing Death Toll Mounts in Chicago Tragedy
Chicago on August 10 reported another grade crossing accident killing two railroad workers, James OConnor and Dennis Crowdley, as the city noted nearly 300 crossings incidents in a month. The Baltimore and Ohio engine crew claimed they did not see the men until a bloody leg appeared on the pilot.
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Chicago
James O’connor
Dennis Crowdley
Baltimore & Ohio
Wise words on change and pride from a rural column
The piece reflects on mistaken judgments and shifting fortunes, noting that today’s wisdom may seem foolish tomorrow. It contrasts divorce lawyers and ministers on marriage, describes hardened hustlers, and urges humility amid good crops, prices, and neighbors.
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Wano
Contract Awarded for Eight Sheds at Interstate Grounds
The contract for erecting eight machine sheds at the Interstate grounds and adding to the exposition building has been let to Frank R. Schwalbe of this city. The work will cost about $3,500.
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Interstate Grounds
Frank R. Schwalbe
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Odin J. Oyen
South Fourth Street
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Kenyon and Hackner
Waukesha Committee
Ing
Kenyon Co
Carter
Colling
Richard Achilles Ballinger
LaCaosse
Wis
Teamster Petitions Council
Evelyn Thaw
ALL Lansing
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, Ga
Fred Kroner Hardware Co
Bijou
Srd
King Edward
Sweden
Princess Margaret
Stockholm
England
Margaret
Buckingham Palace
Tribune
Schwalbe
Dr. Caldwell
RAP Pepsin
Caldwell
Oromee
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