Fire at Pearl and Greens Streets destroys block
A Monday morning blaze on Pearl and Greens streets devastated the Houseman block injuring Lt. Wedgewool and his wife and Mrs. Raymond and son. Grand Rapids Fire Insurance Company and Grand Rapids Democrat offices were damaged. the Democrat press was saved and the Herald office printed despite the ruin. The building, owned by the Houseman estate, was insured for Bd 000 with an estimated loss near 20009.
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Verdict of Acquittal at Senankinnon Trial in Michigan
A Michigan jury returned a verdict of acquittal Friday afternoon in the sensational trial of Allan Thompson on charges linked to the explosion at Dr. Sweetland's office in Mottville. Witnesses testified that Thompson was at home the night of the blast, while defense and other family members supported his alibi. The case also touched on a motive related to life insurance and a separate note on Pingree campaign fund ideas and a humorous, improbable contribution scheme reported from Detroit.
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Four Men Perish In Orcura Public Accident
A crash at 6 am Saturday near Orcura public in Mich follows a skip derailment. William McGraw James Dodge Adulph Boltel and Mathias Teyeiburg were killed. injuries include broken ribs, leg, and back. Recovery for some is doubtful. Local clubs discuss Edwin F Uhl banquet amid ambassador duties. Masons debate funding for a potential Masonic home. gift declined. A needle found in a cow’s tongue prompts mystery. Fishermen adrift in Keweenaw Bay, ice prevents rescue. Bert Pattengiyl in Fox, Mich returns from service with smellpox.
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Andrew Peterson
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Michigan town blaze wipes out hotel and offices
Sunfield Michigan reports a February fire that destroyed the general store of G Lear, the hotel, printing offices, and several stores, causing about 44000 in losses, roughly half uninsured. Other items note smallpox quarantine in Detroit area, a young mayor leaving for law studies, a double burial near Bellevue, and various local business and legal notices.
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Crisis in France Deepens Over Senate Inquiry and Cabinet
Paris February 17 A political crisis centers on the senate demand for a vigorous inquiry into Southern railway scandals. The chamber of deputies backs the radical ministry while the senate seeks its overthrow, threatening constitutional stability and a possible dissolution of Parliament. Newspapers teem with interviews and forecasts of constitutional impasse. Conservatives and Socialists push for dissolution, Moderates and Republicans prefer a dissolution under a different cabinet.
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Arrested at a Funeral for Whisky Drink in West Virginia
In Huwimarant West Virginia on February 16 Rev. Jasso Roseberry pastor of Mount Zieo Baptist church was arrested during a funeral procession to the cemetery after pulling a flask of whisky from his pocket. He claimed the liquor was medicine and was released after a court appearance. He faces possible damages suits.
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Vast Mine Disaster Strikes Newcastle Colorado
An explosion at the Vulcan mine near Newcastle Colorado at 11 20 yesterday morning leaves fifty to seventy feared dead. Rescue efforts rushed as gas and debris hampered progress with Edward Welch the sole rescuer to survive briefly before dying. Officials closed the Colorado Fuel and Iron mine as teams labor to reach entombed workers amid uncertain gas pockets.
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Miracle of Rescue After Troy Fire Tragedy
In Troy New York on Monday night a devastating fire killed three and wounded fifteen among 650 workers. Roll call relief followed as missing employees were found alive, while damages dropped to about 14000000 dollars with 61000 on the burned building insured for 837,500. A receiver was appointed for Baltimore Condensed Mik Solopapy and York Canning, with assets around 820,000. Pork packers Vogel and Bons assigned to Frank J. Dorger, with liabilities estimated at 670000.
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Pearl Bryan murder case grips Cincinnati readers
Coroners jury finds Pearl Bryan was dosed with cocaine and decapitated before death. Jackson and Walting named as last with her. charges shift as suspects become fugitives. Newport Ky authorities reject lynching calls. Campbell county seeks extradition. preliminary examination held with orderly proceedings.
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Convention to Beat the Record in St Louis Assembly
Taubeneck, head of the People's party consulation, presides at Lindell hotel as 1,500 delegates and 1,500 alternates are planned for the Populist convention next July. The Bimetal League aims for about 2,600 delegates in a parallel session. combined, the two bodies are expected to form the largest political gathering in U S history.
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Ex-Representative Potter Hurt In Wisconsin Exercise
Wisconsin ex representative John F. Potter suffered a serious injury while exercising in his room. Reports say friends are apprehensive about his condition as the shock impacts his stance and health. The article notes Potter’s prior national acclaim and wartime context.
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