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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
6
Reported wreck of the steamer Walk Walk causes many missing and a long list of victims. Survivors describe a chaotic scene as the vessel sank near the coast, with a rescue effort under way and authorities assessing the extent of losses and injuries.
An entire family perished in a gas leak at a tenement in Hartford. Antony Chaves, his wife and their two young children were killed, along with Miss Mary De Vuln who was visiting. The leak originated from a meter in the district. Medical examiner Dr. X and others note several recent deaths linked to dangerous gas supplied to the city.
The report outlines continued deliberations among legislators on the next steps for consolidating power and reorganizing committees. Observers note lingering divisions and the need for cross party agreement before any formal bills advance.
Pretoria dispatch reports Boer forces ambushed a Scout Gray party about forty miles east of Pretoria near Ironkhorstsfruit on the railroad. British casualties totaled six killed and ten wounded in the clash.
In Pekin the pageant unfolds amid foreign observers and court factions. Diplomatic circles report tensions as empresses and princes are referenced, with officials and nobles navigating power within the walled city while external powers seek to constrain or influence events.
A fragmented report describes Washington military matters and a Philadelphia event. It mentions a gown display and a princely figure named Wasson, a Rupert MOUNOCIDE tale, and a large fire in Omaha damaging three buildings on Fifteenth and Howard. Estimated total losses reach $100,000 with firefighting ongoing at 9 o'clock.
The Emmon City Council convened in City Hall at 8 p.m. Mayor Volmar chaired, with Aldermen present. The session reviewed previous minutes, city attorney notes, and discussed a proposed crossing project and gate maintenance for the Wisconsin Central Railroad, with motions approved or tabled as recorded.
Travel notice offers personally conducted Mexico tours from Chicago with a seasoned director. Departures on February 5th 19th and 26th, visits to major Old Mexico sites, rail travel with dining car meals, all expenses covered. Optional return tickets via California. limited auto numbers and secured accommodations available. for rates and brochure contact Chicago & Northwestern Railway agents.
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