Desperate Shootout Ends as Tracy Is Found Dead
A pursuit by a posse ended with outlaw Tracy fleeing into a wheat field where he was found dead by dawn. He bore a revolver to his head and held a rifle, dying from a close range shot as two leg wounds and a torn tibial artery are noted. Sheriff Gardner and officers pressed the scene through the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddy
Tracy
Gardner
Staffer
and Gemmerim
Spokane
Jack O'Farrell
Davenport
Upholstery and Repair Service Ad Seated for Home Furnishings
A local upholstery shop advertises expert furniture repair and reupholstering services. Customers can phone or mail a card and will receive a full line of fabric samples for sofas couches chairs and related items.
Hair and Cotton Mattresses Restored by Machinery
The article describes thorough cleaning by machinery of hair and cotton mattresses and naphtherized carpets, with antique furniture restored to as good as new condition despite wear.
Private Parlors for Matching Hair Surfaces at Rhodes New Hair Store
An eclectic ad mix promotes hair switches and beauty goods at Rhodes New Hair Store 73 Merrimack Street with telephone contact. The article continues with a crime scene report in which an outlaw named Tracy is shot and killed. Sheriff Gardner and Creston party members dispute reward shares as the body and assets are moved to Davenport amid public excitement and planned inquest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhodes’ New Hair Store
Merrimack Street
Gardner
Lincoln County
Creston
Desperado
Davenport
Tracy
Tracy the Notorious Outlaw Dies by Own Hand
Harry Tracy, the escaped convict from the Oregon penitentiary, age under 30, who led a long chase across Oregon and Washington, died by suicide after a spree of robberies and killings. His criminal career began in 1897 with the Powder Springs gang and included murders, escapes, and dramatic shootouts as he fled toward Portland and Seattle, finally ending after a confrontation with pursuing officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Tracy
Oregon
Washington
Tracy
Texas
Missouri
Kentucky
West
Powder Springs
Colorado
Valentine Hay
Aspen County
Col
William Strong
David Merrill
Portland
Ore
Merrill
Salem
J. W. Roberts
Gervais
Columbia River
Diescher
Ridgefield
Chehalis
Northern Pacific
Tenjno
Tacoma
Olympia
Desperado
South Bay
Raymond
Carl Anderson
The
Seattle Times
Cudshee
Seattle
Outlaw Tracy’s pursuit ends in death after long chase
The fugitive Tracy roamed Washington from Seattle to Bothell Renton and Creston, killing officers and taking hostages while evading a large manhunt. Despite aiding towns with food and shelter, Tracy’s gun battles left Deputy Sheriff John Williams and Game Warden Neil Rawley dead. After a final stand near Creston, he died by his own hand.
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Seattle
R. H. van Horn
Woodland Park
Tracy
Neil Rawley
Rawley
Breese
John Williams
Gov. McBride
Bothell
Renton
Charles Gerald
Rhage
Bunce
Bunces
Potot
Brooke
Palmer
Gold Hill
Natchey Pass
Creston
Wash
Boyhood recollections of Western outlaw Harry Tracy
Rev. Robert C. Wuestenberg recalls Harry Tracy as a bullied Louisville born youth in Bellefontaine and describes his early cruelty to animals, stealthiness, sharp shooting, and deterioration into a lawless desperado by age 17, noting a potential change if influenced by his father.
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Cleveland
Robert C. Wuestenberg
Woodland Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church
Harry Tracy
Bellefontaine, O
Wuestenberg
Tracy
Louisville
Mr. Wuestenberg
Bellefontaine
Nathan
Harry
Tracey
Columbus
Mother’s Care and Love Highlighted in Heritage Piece
A historical newspaper fragment honors a mother's care and enduring love, noting the influence of maternal devotion on family well being and community values. The piece reflects reverence for motherhood and contrasts migrant duties with domestic strength.
Outlaw Tracy Holds Eddy Family Under Terror Near Spokane
Tracy, an 18 year old outlaw, held the Eddy family under subjection for two days near Spokane. He used calm, nerve to gain control, urged Goldfinch to announce his arrival, and even assisted in carrying tools and weapons. Goldfinch warned neighbors and a posse formed after he warned others on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Wash
Tracy
L. B. Eddy
Goldfinch
Eddy Farm
Eddy Place
Eddy Ranch
Winchester
Col Hooker Dies in Brattleboro at 1838
Col George W Hooker longtime Vermont figure dies suddenly of heart disease at his Brattleboro home. He served as sergeant at arms of the 47th Congress, was Republican national committee member and secretary in the 1880 campaign, a broker and partner in Hooker Corser Mitchell, and held state legislative post from 1880 to 1884. He was born in Salem New Hampshire in 1838 and served in the Civil War rising to lieutenant colonel. His widow was sister to James Fiske of New York and his son Yale practiced law here.
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Brattleboro
George W. Hooker
New York
South America
Salem
N. H
Londonderry
Bellows Falls
Vermont Volunteers
William Belden & Co
House of Representatives
W. W. Grout
James Fiske
Yale
Whistler Alive Prompting Biography Pique
London gossip notes on J McNeill Whistler at The Hague. A Morning Post letter from Whistler pokes fun at a looming quick biography, asks to withdraw an early tablet, and jokes about hair and eyebrows after famed peers have ceased the habit. He hints at a lingering London friend whose name he cannot recall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
J. McNeill Whistler
Morning Post
Post
Vatican Pleased by Archbishop Ireland Interview
Rome reports Vatican officials pleased with Archbishop Ireland’s July interview in St Paul. He states the Pope and Roman authorities are favorable to Governor Taft and the Vatican US negotiations, and that Ireland clearly expressed the true spirit of Vatican US relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Vatican
Ireland
St. Paul
Taft
United States
Panama alarm over Quito seizure risk prompts US guidance
Washington reports that Panama's governor considered seizing the British vessel Quito. Commander Potter of the US gunboat Ranger notified for instructions as Panama lacked a warship. The navy anticipates a friendly warship may protect a threatened foreign property when requested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Panama
United States
Potter
Ranger
Quito
Navy Department
Reinforcements Sent After Petit Goave Battle in Hayti
Port au Prince reports government troops moving from here to aid forces defeated at Petit Goave by revolutionists. General Simon, head of the southern department at Aux Cayes, has pledged support to General Firmin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Au Prince
Hayti
Petit Goave
Simon
Department of the South
Aux Cayes
Firmin
The Fun of Camping Out
Camping appeals grow as Country Life in America notes that real joy lies in the voyage and simple fare. For many, rivers lakes and shore spots offer two week outings snug with shade water and driftwood fires. Camps bring cheerful mishaps and a gypsy freedom that shapes the camper’s memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Old Neptune
Burdock Blood Bitters Fight Indigestion Claim
An old advertisement asserts Burdock Blood Bitters strengthens and tones the stomach and makes indigestion impossible, claiming half the life rises from digestive issues. The tone markets a tonic remedy as a universal cure and health booster.
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Lardner Bros
Pine Street
Highlands
Pearson
Appleton
Derby & Morse
Middle Street
Optician Geo. & Rogers
W. C. Hinckley
D. P. Knowlton
Prescott Street
C. B. Coburn & Co
Market Street
Farmer
Col. Hooker
Whistler
Uneeda Biscuit
National Biscuit Company
Rhode Island
New England Telephone and Telegraph Company
Caleb L. Smith
Boston
Middlesex St
Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association
G.G. Read
Wim. Nichels & Ca
Lakeview Park
Lowell
D. L. Page Company
Diane
Hisbard
Lakeview Theatre
Joseph J. Flynn
Comic Opera CO
Willow Dale Park
Arizona Jack’s Wild West CO
Far West
Miller and Robinson
Manila Bay
Maine
Paul Revere
Lowell’s
Newes
Lexington, Mass
Rustic Theatre
Daly
Devere
Faye Cianamore
1St Regiment Mass. Heavy Artillery
Frank L. Collins
Lexington
Boston St. By
Merrimack Sq
Pinehurst Park
Billerica
Corey
Lothrop & Tolman’s Empire Co
Pantzer
Esmeralda
Tony Williams
Winstanly and Sullivan
Frances Aldworth
Adolph Adamwis
Newport, Bi
Fairy
Chelmsford
Concord Junction
Newport
Touro Park
Old Stone Mill
Forty Steps
Paradise
Hanging Rocks
Easton’s Beach
Bailey’s Reach
New Haven
Old Orchard
Boston & Mainz Railroad
D. J. Flanders
Gen’s Passenger & Ticket Agat
D. W. Sanborn
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