Deadly cyclone devastates Sherman with massive loss
A devastating cyclone hit Sherman Texas at ? oclock, destroying the western end of town. Estimates of 30 to 40 dead, many injured, with more bodies found in Post Oak Creek. Foremost affected areas include Moore building, Captain Ely and Berge residences, and Frank Ryan’s house. Rescue efforts continue as frantic townspeople await official tallies and relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worn
Vox
the Gazette
Sherman
Tox
Western Union
Sherman Court House
Moore Building
South Square
Shermin
Creek
Post Oak Creek
T. F. Ely
B. Berge
Frank Ryan
Sherman Tornado Toll Reaches Sixty Dead and Dozens Wounded
Fort Worth Texas May 16 details of the Sherman disaster show a large missing count including many children, with fatalities likely around sixty and injuries near the same figure. Over fifty houses wrecked, several prominent residences destroyed, and losses estimated at no less than fourteen thousand dollars with little cyclone insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Ware
Tex
Sherman
Fairview
Washington Avenues
L. F. Ely
J. C. Stalter
Pat Mattingly
James Falls
White
Otto Baldinger
J. L. Byrne
Johnnie
Grover
Cyclone Ravages North Central Kansas Killing and Wounding
A cyclone swept through Clay Riley and Marshall counties in north central Kansas, devast ating Bodaville and a church at Spring Valley. Reports state several killed and many injured as the storm damaged crops and property before heavy hail and rain followed. Estimates suggest a large area affected with fatalities feared and continuing wire outages hampering details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Concordia
Kas
Kansas
Missouri Pacific
Grand Island
Clay County
Palmer
Riley County
Marshall
Nemaha
Hine
Union Pacific
Axtell
Bodaville
Spring Valley
Barnes
Roy Mason
Blue River
Marshall County
Normann
Devastating Cyclone Hits Torn and Surrounding Areas
Reports from Torn Netiwha county and nearby towns describe a cyclone that destroyed much of Serer town including the county seat and major buildings. Widespread damage across multiple areas, with many injured and several fatalities including children. property losses estimated around 100000 dollars. Additional word of extensive destruction near Hesawrve and in Omaha area with dozens injured and a large death toll feared on the reservation.
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Torn
Netiwha
Serer
Sonora
Evarhes
Connell
Peter Adsemmoher
James Sherrom
Balleveille
Hiawatia
Kin
Honorve
Brown
Hesawrve
Marshall
Nomabe
Ewerve
Wall City
Seb
Tella
Powe
Omia
Folle City
Astor Ae
Kitter
Iie -Hightyearald
Hiwoka
Sat Sullor
Mra. Sohook
Omatia
Hamboldt
Noh
Auys
Costly Fire at Washington Claims Three Firemen
A blaze in Washington last night destroyed twenty one buildings and stocks valued at $150,000. Firemen Thomas Griffin Daniel Conaway and Assistant Foreman Guiles died rescuing trapped colleagues, while John Mulhall J W Melwee George Kettler and Arthur Donaldson were injured. The fire began at a Postal Telegraph branch on Batreet amid a thunderstorm, likely lightning, and burned for about two hours before control. The losses include buildings and contents, heavily insured.
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Debria Wasniseros
Carr
B Street
Louisiana
Ninth
Tenth Streets
Postal Telegraph Company
Batreet
Isa Lster
Thomas Griffin
Daniel Conaway
Guile
Joos Mulhall
J. W. Melwee
George Kettler
Arthur Donaldson
Methodists in Deadlock Over Bishop Election in Cleveland
In Cleveland on May 10, the Methodist Episcopal conference failed to elect two new bishops after five ballots. A deadlock appears likely with votes scattered and a motion to postpone balloting indefinitely to be renewed. Dr. Butts and Dr. McCabe weakened, while Cranston Hamilton and Neely gained. Kansas City conference resolutions urge temperance and Temperance Sunday observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Methodist Episcopal Conference
Hhuttaz
McCabe
Cranston
Hamilton
Neely
Butta
Haman
Newly
Butts
Bowen
Kansas City
Midland Hotel
A. J. Heinz
Pittsburg
Kansas City University
Mary D Ayer Sinks In Lake Michigan Collision
The schooner Mary D. Ayer, sailing from Chicago, collided with the steamer Onoko in dense fog off Grosse Point, sinking after being towed by the City of Duluth. Five crew members drowned. two were saved. Captain Williams and four mates, all from Chicago, perished attempting to save the vessel. The Onoko sustained damage but avoided loss.
Executive Committee Named By Republican Leader
Chicago May 1 Chairman Hitch of the Republican state central committee has named his executive committee. Charles S Rannolls of Jacksonville is chairman with James Pease of Chicago and other members from Aurora Aledo Rockford Chicago and Pontiac. A bank robbery at Buffalo County yields confession from Carl and Joseph Kloppenburg. $1500 stolen, money found in Joseph’s drug store room.
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Chicago
Hitch
Republican State Central Committee
Haa
Charles S. Rannella
Jacksonville
de. L
Wilces
Cham Qilyn
Wee
Comittes
Champaign
Enti Nutter
Huet
Charles 8
Rannolls
James Pease
Chino
Ir 0
Copley
Aurora
James McKinney
Aledo
Howard
Hilton
Rockford
Dencon
WL A. Stoker
Adam Wolf
Ralph Fradford
Pontiac
Charles P. Hitch
Maris
James KH. B
van Cleave
Jane H. Gilbert
Nank
Mafato
State Bank of
Buffalo
Carl Kloppenburg
Joseph Kloppenburg
August Kloppenburg
Springfield
Baxter
Carl Tein
Joseph
RL Lamson
Fairmount
Ilinois
Chamberlain
City Drug Store
Ladies Run the Cars in Rockford Charity Ride
On May 16 Rockford city cars were run by local ladies to raise funds for the La Ciates' Union Aid Society. Receipts came from advertising and fares, with many passengers paying 50 cents or a dollar. The event drew wide participation, no accidents, and extended until midnight, marking a successful charity day for the town.
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Rockford
Beerrolh
Ill
Society
City Railway Company
Laciates’ Union Aid Society
Notable Deaths Across Cities From The Exchange Ledger
The notices list executives and public figures including T. Kytent of Philadelphia stock exchange, Captain Isaac T Norris of Chicago lake navigation, James Deland former mayor of Clinton Island, Rear Admiral Thomas H Stevens retired in Washington, S Staats Tayo first mayor of Cairo, Rev Father Cafferty vicar general Savannah, William Bradley prominent Centerville businessman, Rev Dr Hersey Moone Baptist Missionary Society New York, J B Moone noted hotel man Peoria, Joan Stone ex-chief of police Denver, Captain B Whips lake navigator Detroit, Jake A Blousti city treasurer Janesville Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H. Stevens
Washington
B. Witps
Lake Navigator
Detroit
Jkke A. Bloust
Janusville
Wis
Senate and House actions span immigration debate and private pensions
Washington and successors report a day of mixed votes and debates. The Senate rejected a Delaware seat claim for Henry A. Dupont after a long contest. The chamber passed numerous private pension bills, including pensions for several generals’ widows and former representatives. In the House, a private pension batch moved rapidly, and river and harbor amendments faced disputed passage. Additional actions included votes on toll roads, salt status, district gas pricing, and various commerce and war department measures. May 14 and surrounding sessions are outlined with multiple votes and executive confirmations.
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Oings
Sente
House of Representatives
Wastisotos
Gileon
Maryland
Nelson
Minnesota
Senate
APA
Dupont Contestet
Delaware
House
O. M. Poe
Jameson
John Newton
United States
George BE. Spenser
Alabama
Smalla
South Carolina
Hepburn
Henry A. Dupont
Howard
Chandler
Frye
Gallinger
Morrill
Allen
Peffer
Yosemite Valley
Joint Traffic Association
Droehren
Ancient Society of Colonial Dames of America
Secretary of War
Secretary of the Navy
Prohibition State Convention Nominates Ticket
The Prohibition state convention held in the area drew about 200 delegates as W K Brown of Guthrie county presided. The 1806 platform was reaffirmed and a slate for state offices chosen including William G Wright for secretary of state and Sammel Holmes for supreme court judge with other posts announced. The May 14 event also noted Captain J F Cleghorn chairing a separate session and a prohibition only platform likely to be adopted.
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Cornell
Lowa
Wisconsin
Des Moses
W. K. Brown
Guthrie County
BI Wright
Floyd County
J. H. Harvey
Dulas
Levi Marshall
Jefferson
J. M. Woodward
Woodbury
Mr. L. A. Bennett
Marshall
A. KE. McMurray
Polk
T.G. Orwig
A. ©. Bondurant
G. M. Adama
Yowesheik
P. D. Smith
Jones
William G. Wright
Story County
W. Wonders
E Bye
Coder
Supreme Court
Sammel Holmes
Fremont
Hey
EL. Eaton
Racine
Murderer Windrath Spares Gallows by Stay of Execution
Chicago May 16. At noon Joseph Windrath faced hanging when Judge Baker granted a stay of execution, delaying the sentence for 21 days to test his sanity. If found sane, the sentence may be carried out June 1. if insane, he will be sent to an asylum. Meanwhile, Alfred Fields was hanged for murdering Mrs Ellen Randolph after confessing love for another man’s wife. The London Field notes two America’s Cup challenges in its current issue.
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Chicago
Joseph Windrath
Baker
Allence
Windrath
Carey Birch
Pease
Sarah Haviland
Bee
Rich
Michigan
Lancali
Ardmore
Pleasant Valley
Ind
Agnes Salmson
Wns
Odd Fellows Temple Company
Cincinnati
Marcus Worth
Benjamin Harrison McKee
General Harrison
J. H. McKee
Mamie Harrison McKee
Saratoga
Autic Lagoon
Jackson Park
Isidor P. Smith
Atlanta
Convention of Chiefs of Police
Copa
Louis Schaller
Marion
Ils
James M. Burkhard
Chester
Sadie Burke
Todd
Henry Bolin
Ormatu
Orin
Cleveland
Markets Report Amid Mixed New York Trading
New York May 14 markets show money on call easy at 2 percent with varied mercantile paper yields. Bond prices lag while Board of Trade quotes cover wheat corn oats and produce with prices and offers across staples. Live stock at Union Stock Yards records receipts and price ranges for hogs cattle and calves, reflecting mixed demand and regional supply.
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New York Financial
New York
Prime Mercantile
Sterling Exchange
United States
Board of Trade
Bae
Mg. Park
Burbanks
Chicago
Union
Texas
History of a Week includes scattered national notices
A long digest of late 19th century items reports street encounters in Yankton D D and a hospital escape in Omaha Neb. It notes notable figures like Commodore Coulson and ex postmaster D A Vancett, plus varied incidents from crime to politics across Chicago, New York, Michigan, and several smaller towns with dates in May and references to alliances, trials, and local curiosities.
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Dr. Coney
Yankton
D. D
Commodore Coulson
Miscouri River
Coulson
Joseph Raymond
Omaha
Neb
D. A. Vancett
Lac Grange
Tnd
LaGrange Denocrat
Creditera
Wrebington Salvation Army
Wranklin MacVeagh
Cifengy
Reed Won't Retire in Bush Wager Sparks Denial
Reed's friends deny reports he will quit Congress and open a New York law office if defeated at the St. Louis convention. They say he is content to remain a member of the Fifty-fifth Congress with a $5,000 salary, far above the typical pay, and unlikely to pursue legal work.
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Reed
Congress
New York
St. Louis
Washington Post
Cripple Creek Mining Boom Boosts Stocks and Prospects
A long report touts a cure for muscular rheumatism and notes Cripple Creek and nearby districts reporting booming gold production in 1506. It highlights rising mining stocks, large monthly outputs, and strong profits from investments via John Wallman & Co. The item blends ads and testimonials on medicines and ways to invest, mentioning several named firms, localities, and dates.
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Cripple Creek
Cole
John Wallman & Co
Treadway
New York
Credential Gold Mining Co
There is no paper published in America that so early approaches the true journalist ideas
A fragment from Newspaperdom in New York praises The Chicago Record as near to the ideal daily journal. Professor J J Hatfield tests many journals and declares Chicago Record the best likely for some time. Sold by newsdealers and subscriptions via postmasters. Address The Chicago Record 181 Madison St.
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America
Chicago Record
New York
Prof
J. J. Hatfield
Evanston
Madison St
United States
Burlington
Minneapolis
St. Paul
St. Louis
W. J.C. Kenyon
Gen
Minn
Beggs cherry Cough Syrup and Witch Hazel Salve Ad
An old advertisement warns against opiate cough cures that dry bronchial mucus. It promotes Beggs cherry Cough Syrup, guaranteed, and WeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for skin ailments including eczema and piles. Signed by druggist Joseph L Bidlack and vendor Wat Hogan.
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A L Wooster
Osseo
Mich
DeWitt
Wa. Hogan
Joseph L Bidlack
weWitt
Wat Hogan
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Dr. Tiles
BR. T. Caldwell
First National Bank of
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Caldwell
Dr. Miles
Resuke
Fulton
Miles
Kies
Elkhart
the Lanark Gazette
Weld
Havoc
Rotary
Methodists
Mary D
Ayer
Scott Jackson
Greencastle
Mra. Post
Newport
Princess of Wales
Prince Charles of Denmark
Buckingham Palace
Induilf
Duchese
Marlhouwroungh
Consuelo Vandertilt
Mere Calvin Brive
Douglas Grant
HY Inois Melange
Binberried
Himell
Ermberzling
Max Goldschidt
Indians Avenue
Goldschmidt
Myrtle No
Royal League
Chicaygu Eonncll No. d
North American Union
Cantos
Ila
Fulton County
Mashall
Ills
Wheaton
Irvin French
D. W. Mills
Woodman
Lee Jacobdon
Rock Island
Morris
Tls
Rynder
Waverly
Tils
P'rince Talkington
Asiang Pauk
N. J
Baptist Church
Women's Baptist Home Mission Society
Methodist Protestant Conferences
Herring
Methodist Protestant Conference
Kan
A. J. Reichard
Blue Island
Saenger Hall
Cmeaco
Sag Bridge
H. J. Kuetsch
B. M. Lantz
Patrick Roweh
T. Kytent
The
Stock Exchange
Philadelphia
Isaac T Norris
Old Lake Navigator
James Deland
Exemayor
Clinton
Conventions OF Prohibitionists
London
New York Journal
Chicago Grain and Produce
Detroit Grain
Bernorr
Ige
Tareney
Miesaurt
Supreme Court of
Oahota
Annie Shady
Wheeling
W. Va
Henry G. Davis
Elkins
Henry B. Abbey
Gus Kepler
Armour
Jant
Columbia Match Company
St Taula
Diamond Match Company
Brooklyn
Beecher
Manhattan
Hazleton
A. J. Hairr
Walla Walla
Wash
D. K. Pearsons
Pearson
Whitman College
Queretaro
Mex
Theosophical Society
Katharine A Tingley
Egypt
Emerson B. Tuttle
Rush
Ontario
Virginia Hotel
Alfred ©. Harrison
Thomas McKean
University of Pennsylvania
Loehren Returna
Loehren
Rensselaer Nelson
Buchanan
Lochren
Colorado
Pueblo
Howbert
State Committee
Teller
Kops Bros
Adams St
Laws Kearney Co
Atlantic
Iowa
Geata
Trie
Maggie Myers
Williamsport
Indiana
Armstrong & Swank
Hogans
Freeront
Lows Reampy Co
Irwin
Red Lake Reservation
Fosston
McIntosh
Red Lake Falls
St. Hilaire
Thief River Falls
Great Northern Railway
St Paul
With
Baptist Young People’s Union of America
Milwaukee
National Educational Association
M. M. Otin
St Louis
Mississippi Valley
Raby
Castoria
Miss
Wa Hogan
People's Party
Jos. L. Biptacn
Harrisburg
O the West
Chicago Times
Herald
Times-Heral
Times-Herald
Pacific
Lakes
Gulf
All Newsiheaters
Northwest
Great Lakes
Pacific Ocean
Enquirer
Red River Valley
North Dakota
Montana
Great Yellowstone Valley
Gallatin Valley
Bitter Root Valley
Idaho
Nez Perce
Palouse
Potlack
Yakima
Puget Sound
Columbia
Willamette
Oregon
Otyera Phe
Lita
Apt
Madea
Royal Medicine CO
Wabash Ave
Lanark, IL
J. TL. Allemong
Dakotas
F. J. Whitney
Mino
Pitcher’s Castoria
St. Lots
Minnetonka
Stateave
K. L. May &Co
Paul
A. Wolf
C. Rowland
the Exchange Bank
Lanark, Ill
Amos Wol
Davin Worr
Jons K. Worf
Amos Wolf
Notary Public
Besal
Pres
Wol. Franck
First National Bank “Capital
Pdikeotokss
O. Heenan
A. Kinkade
RK. Chishoum
J Scoh Suively
D.C. Busell
E.D- Taylorf
Jno
Peters’ Music Store
Lanark
C. W. Middlekauff
Morey Ad Counsel
InLinois
ED. c. Dick
Exchange Bank
Illinois
W. H. A. Rennan
Renner & Smith, Plawyers
Foster's Drug Store
Mt. Carroll Illinois
Levi T. Bray
P. O
J. T. Jacobs
West Side City
T. S. Packard
Rismovid. Iam
Peter Horner
N. RR
Lanark, I
H. Reid Staley
J. R. Snively
Ontario Veterinary College
Toronto
Schriner’arth
A. Brooke
Albert Stephens
Ivanhoe Camp
Mowla
C. F. Hall
C. Gaunt
V. C. Lampert
Rock Creek Lodge
Rhodes
J T Jacobs
OF. P
Independence Lodge No.63
Castile
Wm, Strickler
Frank Yeager
R. Ana
C.C
Joseph L. Bidlack
Peparture
Savanna
Fepress
C. Wroughton
Ville Station
M. Millel
T KE. M. Baden
Chadwick
Ging West
M. Crone
St P
Council Bluffs
Sena
Siew City
Was City and Dubuque
Dubuque
Sioux City
Racine and
Roweee
Preights
la- Vann
Gomne Enet
Liar Os
Kirkland
M. M. Olin
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