Horror in Paris as temporary bridge collapse kills nine
Paris reports a disaster at the exposition grounds when a foot bridge under finishing touches collapsed on a Sunday crowd. Nine dead, about 49 injured, with rescue efforts and investigations focusing on the unfinished structure and the Celestial Globe sideshow. Police, soldiers, and workers freed victims as crowds tore away debris. The prefect ordered closing of dangerous sideshows amid public outcry.
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Dewey Leaves Washington for Chicago Manila Anniversary
Admiral Dewey with Mrs. Dewey and Lieut. Caldwell depart Washington by special Baltimore & Ohio train to Chicago for the Manila battle anniversary celebration. The train displays the admiral's flag and is lavishly decorated. Mrs. Dewey receives roses. Dewey declines political remarks, noting his naval duties and invitations to other cities.
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Returns to Kentucky in Indictment Case
Gov. W. S. Taylor has returned to Frankfort from Washington and spent Sunday at the executive mansion with his family. He seeks to silence rumors of an indictment and will return to Washington after checking for any charges. The absence of a served warrant is seen as delaying action, with the record involving Judge Caytrill and others. Separate items note a May Day parade in New York with socialist and union influence, along with a lynching in Marshall, Missouri, and other various incidents across the country.
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Caytrill
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May Come to Trial in $200,000 Maine Damage Suit
Defendants in a $200,000 damage suit brought by G. O. Maine fled their plea and notice Saturday. If it proceeds to trial in the May term, the case will cover all issues raised in the recent Maine cage affair. The plaintiffs filed a bond for costs on February end, and the other side entered their plea on the last day. County residents hope to see the case tried to end the cost disputes, though many fear another trip if the county must pay the bill.
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Brown
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Roberta
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Thiahe
Provision Enables Disability Claim Payouts at Once
Commander Merrill announced that George Rickner's total disability claim was approved and he will begin drawing the policy immediately. The Maccabees' unique total disability rule allows 20 semi annual payments if a member reaches 70 or becomes totally disabled before then, a provision the order celebrates as aiding distressed brethren.
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Thieves Bound Over For Circuit Court
Charles McCleary and Joe Wilson were bound over to the circuit court after a burglary charge. They were accused of entering Von Raub's store, arrested at Battle Creek, and brought to the city. Sheriff Williams Alderman Palmer Von Raub and Frank Doane testified. Doane identified one suspect. The clock stopped at the power house when the thief viewed it. The pair are described as a bad set of crooks.
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Townsend and Darrow Tie The Knot In Quiet City Wedding
Mr Owen Townsend married Miss Hattie Darrow in a small Thursday ceremony at the brides parents home with Rev H E Davia officiating. The couple, seen as well known locals, left for a two week honeymoon in the East and will reside in the city. Also notes an advertisement for Dr Brown’s Rheumatic Cure praising its blood cleansing properties through aiding rheumatism and indigestion with local agent C H Thompson.
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Enrollment Totals in University of Michigan Calendar 1899
The 1899 1900 University of Michigan calendar lists 3,441 total students with the literary department at 444, law 887, medical 600, engineering 280, dental 237, pharmaceutical 70, and homeopathic 70. Over half, about 2008, are state residents, with students from all states except Delaware Nevada and Louisiana. Foreign enrollment totals 8, led by Ontario Canada with 19. Other nations include Japan Germany Mexico South Africa China Egypt New Brunswick and Turkey among small counts.
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