Terrible Primero Mine Disaster Leaves Dozens Dead
The Primero coal mine explosion near Entomoped area left about 42 known dead with 36 miners unaccounted for and estimates suggesting up to 78 may have died. Rescue efforts continue as workers with oxygen helmets reach main tunnels and gather injured, including Will Alexander and Virgen who was rescued severely burned and delirious.
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Primero
Colo
Will Alexander
Alexander
Diana Do Virgen
Trinidad
Virgen
Cherry Victims Exhumed as Mine Reopens in Illinois
The St Paul mine at Cherry Illinois reopened to recover up to 200 bodies of miners buried since a November disaster. Richard Newsam and W W Taylor supervised the dig as widows and orphans gathered at the shaft mouth, with deputies on duty to prevent disorder. Survivors who were rescued earlier also volunteered to assist.
10 Cent Wage Dispute Ahead in Toledo
Mine operators in Toledo report they will seek a ten cent reduction from the 90 cent per ton wage rate. Miners in Indianapolis have asked for a 10 cent increase, creating a 20 cent gap and making compromise unlikely.
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Toledo
Indianapolis
Committees Meet on Armory Site
Committees of the Governors Guards' Association the Board of Trade and city council meet tomorrow evening to decide on conveying the second ward schoolhouse site to the Guards Association if they build an auditorium costing at least 60000 dollars. The city may seek representation on the board of directors if approved.
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Governors Guards’ Association
Board of Trade and
City Council
Tomorro
Second Ward
Guards’ Association
Tiber Floods Rome Forcing Thousands From Homes
The Tiber River has risen to an unprecedented height flooding lowlands around Rome. Rescue teams move residents to safety as the government to relief efforts intensify for thousands rendered homeless by the disaster.
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Rome
Tiber
Fight to Regain Children In Habeas Corpus Case
In Columbia South Carolina on February 1 a habeas corpus petition by Mrs. B R Tillman Sr to recover her two children deeded to Senator and Mrs B R Tillman by her husband awaited action as the supreme court opened. Chief Justice Jones announced one petition had not been reached and until judicial action is taken the children remain under Senator Tillman custody.
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Columbia
S. C
B. R. Tillman Sr
B. R. Tillman
Supreme Court
Jones
Senator Tillman
Train wreck injures twelve near New Albany
A Monon passenger train bound for Chicago derailed near Wilson, Indiana, fifteen miles north of New Albany, injuring twelve people, two seriously, as the fast morning service left the tracks shortly after 8 a.m.
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New Albany
Ind
Chicago
Wilson
Musician seeks temporary discharge to aid ill parents
Julius Hagenbarth of Fort Snelling's military band has letters from Mayor Sorensen and Dr Evans asking for a temporary discharge so he can stay in the city with his seriously ill parents. He is on furlough and must return to duty soon. letters were sent to the post commandant.
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Julius Hagenbarth
Fort Snelling
Ori J. Sorensen
Evans
Hagenbarth
Illinois House Passes Direct Plurality Primary Vote
Springfield, Feb 1. The Illinois House approved a direct plurality primary by 100 to 39 after a heated debate. The measure differs from the Senate version and will need joint conference framing. The Senate bill includes an advisory U S senator vote and blanket ballot, while the House bill omits them.
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Springfield
Ill
House
Senate
House of Representatives
Granum Home Fire Damages Residence on Prospect
A fire at 1524 Prospect Street in Granum, started near a passing locomotive, damaged the roof and second story of Peter Granum’s home. Firemen battled the blaze from about 11 to 12, with $500 in damage covered by insurance and no injuries reported.
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Peter Granum
Prospect Street
Taft Fighting Harmon In Ohio Fight For Control
Columbus Ohio February 1 Control of Ohio and thus control of the nation is the prize in the Taft Harmon battle. The dispute opened with the pet reforms of both leaders sent to legislative committees. If Harmon wins reforms his reelection bid could succeed and make him the party’s presidential candidate. Harmon carried Ohio while Taft won the state by about 70000 votes.
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Columbus
Ohio
Taft
Harmon
Plankinton Packing Plant in Milwaukee Burning
A general alarm has been turned in for the Plankinton Packing company plant located in the heart of Milwaukee's manufacturing district. The fire response centers on the plant today with authorities notifying the public of the blaze.
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Plankinton
Milwaukee
Wis
Plankinton Packing Company
Agricultural Dedication Week Opens in La Crosse County
A large Western Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota turnout marks the opening of La Crosse County Agricultural school dedication week. Speakers from the University of Wisconsin and state university address this farm audience on dairy, feeding, corn, and road and grain topics as locals plan a full week of program events and public access.
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Wisconsin
Minnesota
la Crosse County
Wiss Emme Conley
Stout Institute
Menominee
Marathon County Agricultural School
Homemakers
Humphrey
Otis
State University
C. P. Norgord
G. C. Humphrey
O. W. Hotchkiss
G. C. Crosthwait
Wausau
Johnson
Onalaska
Masonic
Woodmen
Charles Lempke
C. P
Norgard
Madison
Navy court martial centers on Cowles photo claim
Miss Dorothy Hesler of Chicago testifies she never gave a photograph to Dr. Cowles and says he took it while she was away. She denies any friendship beyond ordinary acquaintance and disputes Cowles had boasted of a conquest in naval circles. Miss Madeline Swift idles Cowles as unwelcome in navy society, while defense witnesses criticize the accuser. Hesler adds Cowles sought a secret appointment and used objectionable language by phone.
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Boston
Mass
Washington
Meyer
Admiral Swift
Miss Hesler
Major Cattlin
Cowles
Theodore Roosevelt
Dorothy Hesler
Chicago
Ansey H. Robnett
Swift
Madeline Swift
Charlestown Navy Yard
Harry Duerstorer
Atlanta
J. P. Auld
Dr. Cowles
Auld
Taft Denies Goll Pardon Plea in Milwaukee Looting Case
President Taft refused to grant a pardon for Henry G. Goll, formerly assistant cashier of the First National Bank of Milwaukee, who is serving a ten year sentence for complicity in the bank looting.
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Washington, D. C
Taft
Henry G. Goll
First National Bank of
Milwaukee
Wis
Packers Lift Price Defying Public
Angry consumers denounced a one cent per pound meat price rise announced today. The increase, extending from packers to consumers, followed yesterday’s one cent cut to jobbers that did not reach shoppers.
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Chicago
Doerflinger to Head the Board of Trade
Present indications point to William Doerflinger as elected president of the board of trade at tonight’s 6 o'clock dinner at the Masonic temple. J L Utermoehl is expected to be re-elected secretary, with both offices managed by one person. Committees report, and a vigorous membership drive is planned alongside a publicity campaign and a Fourth of July homecoming.
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William Doerflinger
Board of Trade
Masonic Temple
Doerflinger
J. L. Utermoehl
Industrial Association
Aviator to Drop High Explosive in Nicaragua Plan
New Orleans February first reports H. H. McGill an Ohio aviator plans to drop fifty pounds of nitro glycerine from a dirigible over Managua. He says arrangements with Estrada are complete and that he will lead the aero squad supporting the provisional government to victory.
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New Orleans
Managua
H. H. McGill
Ohio
McGill
Estrada
Aero Squad
Fortuna Sinks in Azores Storm with Fifteen Crew Lost
A sailing vessel named Fortuna was wrecked on the Azores during a two day storm sweeping northern Portugal. Fifteen crew members perished, five escaped and were rescued after enduring severe ordeal.
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Lisbon
Fortuna
Azores
Portugal
Grasshoppers Hop in Sunny Alberta
Lethbridge Alberta February 1 evidence of spring is seen as a lively grass hopper appears in the area. Two farmers brought food for the hopper one with six inches of grass and another with blooming vetches. Plowing is underway in many districts as farmers discuss seeding. The warm spell is linked to two comets reducing snow without a chinook.
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Lethbridge
Ala
Alberta
Ex Senator Levi Withee Near Death in Home
Former State Senator Levi Withee is dying at his home in this city. Physicians say the pioneer lumberman cannot live another day and his condition has been critical for several days. He was expected to die during the night but remained alive into the afternoon.
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Levi Withee
Tom
Lynch Apaches Haunt Paris Seek Looting Clash
A trio of alleged Paris looters linked to the Lynch Apaches gang operate in the French capital, prompting police efforts to curb street clashes and prevent armed thefts as authorities tighten security measures.
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Paris
Paris Rises From Floods as Streets Turn to Ice Skating
Paris reports violent looting battles in suburbs with hangings and shootouts as Apaches are killed. Two robbers die in a pursuit near Boulonge Sur Seine while residents organize to curb crime. Cars and houses are condemned as flood waters recede and cleaning crews clear debris.
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Paris
Issy
Boulonge Sur Seine
Billancourt
Neuilly
Asniers
Sevires
Argenteuil
Choisy le Roi
Crysmarne
Courbevoie
Rue de Vieyre
Seine
Great Lumber Fire Destroys Rosenhauer Lean Plant
A large blaze at the Rosenhauer Lean Lumber Company plant in Baltimore threatens to destroy the entire block. The fire erupted February 1 and firefighters faced a fast moving timber fire endangering nearby structures.
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Baltimore, Md
Rosenhauer, Lean Lumber Company
Wisconsin Railroads Taxed More in 1910 Valuation Rise
Milwaukee February 1. The Wisconsin state tax commission raises the railroad property valuation from 274,948,000 in 1909 to 284,066,000 for 1910. The tax rate stands at 11,253,225.66 per 1,000, yielding total railroad taxes of 3,196,661.64, up from 3,142,886.73 last year.
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Milwaukee
Wis
State Tax Commission of
Wisconsin
Weather forecast for Wisconsin Minnesota and town
The forecast calls for increasing cloudiness and warmer conditions tonight in Wisconsin. Minnesota may see snow tonight or Wednesday and colder temperatures. Town unsettled with possible rain or snow late tonight or Wednesday, warmer east portion tonight and colder Wednesday afternoon or night.
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la Crosse
Wisconsin
Minnesota
East Port
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Coron
J. H. Guilfer
B. B. Sipe
Wm. Helm
David Williams
St. Paul
Place DE LA Concorde
Illinois
Granum
Goll
Merchant
Shir
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