Galveston Flood Report Warns Of Devastation And Riots
The report from Austin notes Galveston is wrecked beyond recovery with 5 000 to 10 000 feared dead. Vandalism, looting, and riots erupt despite military presence as relief struggles to reach the island. Measures include armed policing, identification checks, and severe penalties for robbing the dead. A relief surge from Beaumont delivers bread and ice while committees urge funds and supplies. Governor Sayers and officials caution that property losses reach tens of millions and promise restoration efforts within days.
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Galveston
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Dallas
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Port Arthur
Charlotte Allen
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National Guard
John Bealy
W. A. McVitle
Chicago
R. G. Love
Galveston News
Withdrawal of U S Troops From Peking Debated
Washington debates immediate U S troop withdrawal from Peking as Russia and Britain urge prompt action. Chaffee told to stay ready while officials weigh famine relief, guaranteed protection for American interests, and safety of native Christians against ongoing massacres reported in China.
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Runawia
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Austria
Italy
Paris
Morning Post
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New York Democrats nominate Stanchfield for governor
The New York Democratic state convention elected George Raines permanent chairman. John T. Stanchfield was named gubernatorial candidate, with William Mackey lieutenant governor, John Norton secretary of state, Edwin Atwater treasurer, John Judson attorney general, and Russell Stuart engineer. The platform endorses Jeffersonian democracy and the last national platform.
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George Raines
Monroe County
Mill
Albany County
Bird
Coler
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Chemung
John BD. Stanchfield
New York
Travernor
John TP. Stanchfield
Wilfiam Mackey
Erie
John T. Norton
Rennsalaer
Edwin §. Atwater
Duchess
John T. Judson
Fulton
Thomas F. Conway
Clinton
Russell R. Stuart
Onondaga
Strike Ordered By United Mine Workers In Pennsylvania
At 5115 o'clock Wednesday President Mitchell and Secretary Wilson signed the document calling 142000 miners in the Pennsylvania anthracite region to strike Monday morning. The action follows approval by the national executive board. District presidents report 144500 of 149000 workers will strike. Estimated two month losses total about 88 million dollars in wages, railroads, and mines. The union reports about 1 million dollars cash in treasury to sustain the strike and demands include end to company stores, cash wages, reduced powder price, and wage increases across all day labor.
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Mitchell
Wilson
United Mine Workers of America
Pennsylvania
Miners’ Union
Fire destroys Rockingham hotel and several buildings at Narragansett Pier
At Narragansett Pier on September 13 a rapid blaze razed the Rockingham hotel Sherry's Casino the Hazard block and Knights of Pythias Hall along with multiple smaller structures during the summer season a total loss about 350000 with half covered by insurance no deaths occurred as the hotel was largely vacant The cause remains unknown also notes political conventions in Trenton naming electors at large and Berlin granting permission to erect an American church with plans adjusted later.
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Rockingham
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Knights of Pythias Hall
Disastrous Lake Erie Storm Hits Steamer Looming Losses
The West Indian hurricane on Lake Erie caused at least two vessels to sink and many others damaged. The John L. Lyon foundered off Conneaut with 14 lives lost. The City of Erie carried 200 passengers and reached port safely after enduring a tidal wave and engine slow down. The Pere Marquette No 4 escaped disaster with 30 injured and shattered cabin. Milwaukee reports a heart failure claim of Lester A. Rose, while political nominations occurred in Bay City and Denver.
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