Town Explosion Destroys Nil Glycerine Town Ruins
A massive nitro glycerine explosion near Laurelvinius Kentucky devastates Laurevinus and nearby Dalesville and Yorkvon. Eighty quarts destroyed, a three ton engine blown, all animals killed, and the town left in ruins. Injuries reported and widespread structural damage observed as witnesses describe the blast.
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Missouri Pacific boosts worker pay by ten percent
St Louis Nov 26 It was announced that President George Gould has advanced salaries along the Missouri Pacific railway system ten percent as a Thanksgiving present. The raise applies from Nov 1 and affects 15 000 employees across the line and Iron Mountain. The increase costs about 900 000 annually. Previous cuts of five to twenty percent during hard times are recalled. Salary ranges span 50 cents to 10 000 a year. Earnings have risen steadily for months.
Razors and Gons festival riot in Independence park
A church festival by colored people in Independence last night ended in a violent row over a gambling game. Razors were drawn, shots fired, and all windows broken. One man bore a bandage while others suffered injuries, in a chaotic scene reported from Kenn and contemporaries.
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The New Small Boy Takes On a New Attitude
Philadelphia Bulletin notes a shift in the modern boy from bird catching and mischief to adventurous cravings fueled by sensational journalism. Police report more boy absconding and bandit influences as boys seek independence and knightly ideals, aided by bicycles and press depictions.
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Philadelphis Bulletin
Goddard Case Bribery Probe Rocks Trial
A warrant for the arrest of Ross Latshaw, ex-justice of the peace and noted politician, alleges he tried to corrupt a juror in Dr. Jefferson D. Goddard’s second trial for Fred J. Jackson’s murder. Latshaw surrendered and posted bond as defense counsel Ralph Latshaw supported the effort.
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Jory Reiberg
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Fred J. Jackson
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William H. Letcher
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Victor Kessler
St. Louis
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Queerest of Introductions on a Sea Voyage
A Chicago Times-Herald anecdote recalls a crossing from Nova Scotia to Boston aboard a plaster schooner. Two passengers, Mr Smith and Mr Brown, nearly missed introductions as waves and lurches kept the captain from naming them. They leapt from bunk to greet each other midflight, shouting Glad to know you Mr Smith and Delighted to meet you Mr Brown as they sped by.
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Disorder in Austrian legislature sparks police call
In Vienna on November 26 the Austrian Parliament's lower house descended into tumult requiring a police detachment to restore order. President Dr Abramovica faced shouted demands to resign as leftists leapt up and social democratic deputies fought with attendants. Berner rushed the president, while Besel tore papers on the desk.
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Record bank deposits surge in state reports
Des Moines November 9. The consolidated statement of state and national banks shows a 10 percent jump in deposits in the three months ending October 5 across 373 banks. Total deposits reach 50 401 595 dollars, up 5 065 631 from June 30, the strongest rise in the banking bureau’s history. Chattatooea Tennessee news mentions the Johnny bill protecting female students, and Knoxville’s Linn Chamberlain faces charges for flirting with Miss Anderson. William Langford receives gold medal for heroism in Garrisons, New York.
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Dollar Wheat Market Rise and Civil Notices
Market report from November 6 notes December wheat trading up to 81 with an initial rise fueled by heavy buying and short covering. Connsct men & Day reportedly purchased about 250,000 bushels causing the uptick before a quick pullback. Bulls sold into the surge as further covering nudged prices higher briefly. Dr Gunsaulus resigns from Sylmonh church over health reasons. a long resignation letter confirms final withdrawal. Also reported are Mrs Walkup Ketcham asserting full rights to John B Ketcham's estate, a destructive prairie fire across Brewster and Presidio counties, and a novel wedding in Missouri where a father objected to the union. A Nebraska cold wave brings zero temps and drifting snow, with western blizzards threatening stock losses. Eugene Ewing, wounded by a bullet for 23 years, shows movement after its removal and potential recovery.
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Live Stock Journal
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Autonomy plan eyed for Cuba amid sugar crop hope
Dr Jose J Rodrigues argues Cuba needs fair civil liberty and a good sugar harvest to restore peace. He cites reciprocity with Spain, misgivings over recent legislation, and political economics as key factors in unrest. Evacuation Day noted alongside Thanksgiving in New York. Short Horn Shorthorn sale reports high prices and wide buyer interest from multiple states. Lovering court martial findings expected to be mild.
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A Test for Horseflesh Conflicts with Chemistry Evidence
A chemist warns against overreliance on chemistry in murder cases noting how assumptions can mislead. He recalls a beef extract controversy where glyogen tests suggested horseflesh, yet beef heart liver and blood could skew results. He cites health officials and Chicago Times-Mirror as sources.
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Markets by Wire Chicago Grain and Kansas City Livestock
Market data from Chicago and Kansas City reports show mixed activity across grains and cattle. Prices listed include corn oats and oats futures, feeder and live cattle receipts, and various market shifts with occasional declines and steady ranges.
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