Thirty Lives Lost In New York City Storm Of 1916
A devastating hurricane struck New York City and surrounding areas on Sunday night, killing dozens and injuring many. Rescue crews battled darkness to recover victims near City Island and Travers Island while property damage ran high across Manhattan and Brooklyn as cars, storefronts, and power lines were ruined.
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Indian Drowns Crossing Flooded Bridge
A local Indian man drowned while attempting to cross a flooded bridge near Weve Saray. The incident highlights dangerous conditions on the roadway as the bridge appeared chained and unstable. Investigating officials gathered at the scene.
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Rail unions weigh Canada strike HQ as wage cuts loom
Amid threats of a wide railway walkout, unions consider establishing headquarters in Canada to evade U S court rulings holding unions liable for damages. Proposed cuts would hit 350 000 more workers with further reductions bringing total annual losses to about 150 million dollars. Clerks signalmen firemen oilers and mariners would join shopmen and maintenance of way staff in the wage slash.
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Kenosha County Officer Dies in Car Crash
Kenosha Wis Jarob Kim sheriff and turnkey of the Kenosha county jail was killed when the automobile he and three others rode in skidded at Liberty corners seventeen miles west of Kenosha. Kent was thrown from the car and his neck broken. Assailant Mary Robbins, driver of the car, and Mrs Neil Gurty of Chicago were badly injured but will recover. Norman Weiss of Chicago owner of the car escaped injury. he is held pending investigation. The group had been en route to Trevor to make an arrest when the Chicagoans volunteered to accompany him.
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Higbee Holds Court in Viroqua for Smalley Cases
Higbee and Court Reporter Ackermaan set to hold circuit court in Viroqua on Monday with Judge J G Smalley of Crawford County presiding. Two criminal cases tied to Sevan are moved to Higbee. charges include alleged violations of the Severs on dry law and liquor offenses involving Knorr and Cahalan.
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State Troopers to be Quartered at Marquette Prison
Marquette Mich Governor B eck ordered ten state police moved from Negaunee to the Marquette Ranch prison grounds. Troopers will be quartered in barracks on prison grounds to be available in emergencies. no barracks inside the walls. Prison is a long term facility for major crime sentences.
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Dixie Carroll Sports Writer Dies at 38 in Chicago
Dixie Carroll also known as Carroll Blaine Cook Jr died at his home after a long illness. A well known sports writer and fishing authority he helped organize the Isaac Walton club, a nationwide group of sportsmen.
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Luther League delegates thank La Crosse for convention week
The International Young People’s Luther League thanks La Crosse citizens for 80 entertaining delegates pastors visitors and officers at their Triennial Convention. The Chamber of Commerce local church groups and La Crosse press are praised for arranging a successful event. Executive Secretary N M Linsaker extends gratitude.
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Two autos crash on Jackson Street Sunday night
A Ford roadster was found overturned on Jackson street between West Avenue and Thirteenth streets Sunday before nine. Two occupants crawled from the wreck and vanished. no injuries were reported. The Ford, stolen from H. Jorstiul of Smith’s Guutee, was towed to Elsen and Phillips' garage as police investigated. Carl Helke, driving a gray Allen roadster, was struck on the left side but escaped with no serious damage.
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Bankruptcy plea filed against Manitowoc Times in Wisconsin
Manitowoc Wis Petition entered in circuit court on behalf of William Gaterman to place the Manitowoc Times in receivership. Hearing postponed two weeks to allow the directory to work out an adjustment. Gaterman, chief stockholder, owns publishing building and real estate. newspaper operated as an independent daily.
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Barron Creamery Sets World Record With May Output
The Barron Cooperative Creamery in Barron Wisconsin reported a May intake of nearly 500000 pounds of cream, yielding about 135000 pounds of butter fat. The facility served 1055 patrons and paid around 2 cents per pound for butter fat, marking a record month.
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U K Committee Bill to Amend Grain Trading Act
A report from Washington notes the Committee of the United States House has introduced a bill to amend the Grain Trading Act to align provisions with the Supreme Court ruling on futures markets. The measure, aimed at future trading law, is expected to advance in the House on Thursday.
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Li Yuang Hung Reinstated as China Head of Government
Li Yuang Hung resumes power in Beijing after ten days without an executive head. He nominates Dr Wu Ting Fang, former U.S. minister, to be premier as cabinet cohesion forms and South China support signals possible civil order after years of factional conflict.
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Drill Tonight Reports Required for Headquarters Battery
All men in headquarters battery must report for drill tonight. This notice calls for immediate attendance and orderly readiness as directed by unit command.
Three Governors Highlight Church Power in Government
A large crowd estimated at twenty thousand gathered under Myrick park trees for the Luther League national convention closing day. Governors Blaine of Wisconsin Preus of Minnesota and Nestos of North Dakota spoke after a lengthy program of sermons, music, and addresses, while traffic and services reflected the eventful weekend. The proceedings included divine services in English and Norwegian, with notable choirs from Waldorf College and Normanna Sangerkor and remarks on the spiritual role of the church in American life.
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Preus Urges English in Lutheran Church at Norse Convention
Governor Nestos cites Christian life value as Norse Lutheran leaders press for English services to grow American citizenship. In Myrrick Park outdoor meeting closing the seven‑triennial Luther League Convention, Preus, Nestos, Blaine urge language shift, broader civic role, and unity across faiths.
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