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Newspaper
Marble Hill Press
Location
Marble Hill, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1910
Page
2
A chaotic river disaster unfolds as a ferry train slips into a stream, dragging multiple cars and causing casualties. Rescue efforts focus on the submerged wreckage and injured, with authorities probing causes and safety lapses amid the swift current.
In Pawtucket Rhode Island a factory disruption on the J and P Costs Co line led to notices at six plants. A native runner arrives from Africa bearing news as the threat of a broader strike looms. Police and workers rally to prevent escalation while the corporation contemplates temporary closures.
A steamer with passengers sent distress signals as it could not escape a gorge. The vessel grounded near Pigeon Creek after passengers and crew battled rising danger and wreckage. Rescue efforts pursued by nearby teams amid chaotic, damaged remains and shifting tides.
A long OCR fragment describes events around a murder case involving Patrick and Jones in New York and Texas. It mentions Belle, Cedar Barce, Rice Beira, and James’ alleged statements about choroform and a killing. Patrick’s relative seeks Jones’s statement to clarify who killed the elder Milliken.
In North McKeesport, Harry Cobbesh died at his brother’s home after a struggle with a large turkey on Christmas Eve. The victim reportedly tried to cut the bird’s head, missing the first stroke, and was knocked down a flight of steps. He suffered multiple broken ribs and other injuries.
James Nugent announces Woodrow Wilson of Princeton University as the Democratic candidate for New Jersey president in 1912. The Democratic state committee chair says the plan supports Wilson’s bid. Also noted are aviation prize funds for 1910 and 1911 totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars under the International Aeronautical Federation.
East Orange murder case details unfold as the defendant SNEAD seeks conviction of the mother. Authorities report a bathtub mystery linked to the victim, with state witnesses styled to support the prosecution case. The article notes ongoing police activity and court steps in Newark and surrounding counties.
In a fragmented account a Missouri project or event is described with reference to committees and governance. The text mentions figures overseeing the initiative and notes dates and actions by officials, though many words are garbled. The piece reads like a partial public notice or archival excerpt with limited readable names and terms.
New York City officials report snow cleaning bills totaling about 1,008,000 after two snowfalls blanketing streets to a foot deep. Commissioner asks board for additional 415.50 for Ward street cleaning expenses, on top of more than 6,000,000 already allocated.
Wikesbarre police report a hen stolen from a coop during the Scranton poultry show. Special officer on duty had his back turned when the theft occurred. Owner F Megarges offers a 25 reward for the return, though recovery seems unlikely.
Albert Patrick, serving a life term for the William Marsh Rice murder, filed in the New York appellate division of the Supreme Court for a writ of habeas corpus to appear and resist the bar association action leading to his debarrment.
Little Rock city council grants a 30 year natural gas franchise to Pulaski company. The agreement includes a $10,000 bonus to the city and a price arrangement of 40 cents per 1000 feet for gas delivery.
A petition signed by thousands of workers in the Louisville and Nashville shops seeks a ten percent wage increase. The action was presented to the company as part of wartime labor demands by the workers.
An oil tank car explosion in a railroad yard near Albany New York injures one boy named Willie Bicep as he walked to school. The blast throws him seven feet and mangles him, with emergency crews responding. Authorities say United States senators discussed charges amid the incident and fire teams worked to secure the scene.
In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania the No 65 colliery workers of Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal Company returned to duty on Wednesday after a strike Tuesday. The men sought a wage adjustment and bow docking dispute. the company agreed to grant the request.
A break in at Petter Jewelry Company in Hannibal Missouri led to the theft of about $400 in jewelry. Entry was gained through a plate glass window and items were damaged during the burglary. Police investigating the alleged larceny.
A public school structure collapsed in Cofferville Kansas, killing a student and injuring three others as panicked children scrambled to safety. Officials launched an investigation and contacted emergency services. A community mourns and braces for aftermath.
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