14 Jun 1910
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1910
Page
1
A roof collapse sparked a deadly blaze killing twenty workers as fire crews battled the inferno. The incident involved multiple roof failures and rapid spread, with investigators focusing on construction site safety and emergency response.
A building collapse ignites a blaze that hampers body recovery as rescue teams work at the site. A young girl who aided firefighters grows into a local heroine through her acts of bravery and service during the emergency.
In Montreal on June 13 a sprinkler system tank failed sending 35 tons of water and debris into the Herald building basement. Firefighters rescued many from the burning ruins as two bodies were recovered and police list twenty seven missing, including Duncan J. Miller.
The CO TO KEKOME Local Canton 15 LO OF will travel to Kokomo tonight to assist in installing Canton No. 16. They will depart in full dress by traction at 5:40. The event includes Kokomo highs officers and a social session after the work.
In Cologne Germany on June 13 a cloudburst in the Ahr Valley caused a massive flood. Death toll tallies around 150 with 37 bodies recovered. Two barracks for state and Croatian railway laborers were swept away trapping sleepers. lightning struck a village destroying ten houses and injuring four. Many peasants lost everything and await aid.
A declaration of independence faced rejection by officials. The document labeled for declaration was dismissed according to local records and administrative actions. Authorities prepared a directive denying the independence claim and closing consideration at this time.
Insurgents declare their challenge is within the party and not against the administration and vow to continue contesting from within the party for their rights.
Senator Dolliver urged independence within the Republican party amid charges of disloyalty as the Senate discussed a sundry civil appropriation bill that included 250000 to let the president gather information on the new tariff law. The insurgent motion to strike failed 13 to 44, and the bill carrying 118000000 in appropriations passed.
Hamilton achieves a successful flight carrying messages in a one hour fifty minute mission. The mission demonstrates reliable performance and timely delivery under travel conditions.
Walter Brookins in a Wright biplane soared to 4 384 feet to set a world altitude record at the Indianapolis national aviation meet. Louis Paulhan previously held 4 165 feet, as Brookins completed a seven minute ascent and a controlled descent to ground amid cheering crowds.
Dallas on June 13 reports the Democratic state executive committee granted the petition of over 50 000 party members to submit a proposition at the upcoming state primary. The measure asks whether the legislature should be subjected to a certain change.
Washington June 13 In a night session of conferees on the administration railroad bill only one major issue remained unsettled the suspension period for rate increases during Interstate Commerce Commission review. House members favor four months while Senate plans allow six months with possible extension. President Taft reportedly seeks a six month total.
Jack Johnson will not use his automobile for the rest of the training season. Both of his racing cars go to the shops for repairs and won’t be ready before July 1. Tex Rickard allows Johnson to use a machine but not to touch the wheel. Johnson rested today and briefly rode in the road vehicle in the morning.
Twelve couples visited Lorie Fridiger last night for a pleasant surprise birthday anniversary party. The evening featured music and socializing as guests gathered to celebrate her special day.
President Taft told a visiting delegation of national shippers that railroads need a fair profit for mutual prosperity. He defended the new railroad bill granting the ICC inquiry powers to set reasonable rates and promised equal opportunity for both sides to present their case. R F Spencer of St Louis spoke for the delegation.
The Roosevelt Guild Hall speech sparked a House of Commons debate on Egyptian affairs. Arthur Balfour praised Roosevelt’s stance, urging prompt government action to aid British residents in Egypt. The Foreign Secretary said no current need for drastic measures, while signaling readiness if anti-British agitation grows. Interpolations followed with brief replies.
A mob overpowered officers en route from Arkansas to Mastadon Mississippi and took Elmer Carl a Black man to Mastadon where he was lynched. The incident occurred near Como Mississippi as night fell on June 13 according to the report.
Chicago Tribune report from June 13 describes Judge McSurely ruling that so called jackpot evidence from the Browne bribery case is inadmissible. The ruling limits testimony about $900 payments tied to Lorimer support and reshapes the trial on White’s bribery allegations.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.