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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1902
Page
5
A damaged dispatch reports a catastrophic cyclone event across a wide region. Wind driven destruction devastates towns including Eldorado and Grand Po, with extensive structural ruin. Several ports, rail lines, and highways suffer near-total disruption.
General Thomas T. Morgan, longtime Union officer and brevet brigadier general, dies at age 88 in New York after a kidney disease battle. He was born in Brinkin and enlisted at the outbreak of the Civil War, rising from private to brevet rank. The elderly veteran’s passing follows a life of service and residence near Chicago and Long Island Sound.
New York born Beth Daly mother of well known writers and actresses dies at home in Revere after several months of illness. She was 73 years old. Also notes a July 4 steamship Portland arrival at St Michaels, with passengers and crew reported well.
ArchBishop P A Feehan died at 87 ending twenty two years in charge of Chicago’s Catholic archdiocese. The obituary notes his long service and influence while listing mourners and church officials.
Wisconsin readers learn of a train yard shooting where conductor Young was shot in the head while a vandalously attacked on the Chicago and Northwest line. The assailants fled. a reward of 100 dollars is offered by Jefferson County for the capture. Police pursue leads as bloodhounds aid the search and further details emerge about those wounded and missing crew.
A Utah mine disaster left several workers missing and two seriously injured. Rescue teams scoured the shaft area as authorities examined blast sites and noted lingering safety concerns. Officials reported early timelines and described a hazardous environment around the West shaft.
Reported Chicago strike actions disrupted transit and commerce as workers conducted Tuesday protests. Amid labor unrest, a French Consul in San Francisco was robbed, with jewelry and gifts stolen from residences and offices.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a July 14 Bally event with references to a son, McGowan, and two SL channelers amid a medical or personal incident. It notes Mrs Maybrick pardon efforts by the British American Society of Colorado and a July 16 plan by the Retail Butchers Mutual Protective Association to build a $740,000 abattoir to counter the beet trust.
Madison Wisconsin July 1 an amendment to the articles of incorporation of the Sra towne Iory Duel company is announced. Wiel buys the Tharger dry goods of that city for over 1000000 dollars. Local promoters named include James Nels My dose and WH ur d, acting for a same quaint OL.
An organized gang led by HAIY Idan and Jea is accused of horse theft across western Wisconsin and eastern Minnesota. In the past week authorities report six stolen horses from various localities in this district.
In Delavan Wisconsin a fire damaged the Log Cabin and nearby buildings after an original defective flue in the kitchen. Neighbors reported smoke and flames Saturday as the blaze affected two acres and led to removal of contents from affected sites.
The report notes LaFullatte sweeping Lakoliette at the convention aimed at electing Melesates to the Clieette convention. The sentiment in July is strong in Tavur regarding the governor's position.
Postmaster General Henry G. Payne arrived in Milwaukee on a personal business trip. He planned to visit President Roosevelt at Oyster Hut. In Omaha on July 16 two local young ladies Miss Wolble and Miss Ames Fliegner traveled to Colorado, were held up at Marshall Pass. Miss Welble lost her purse and transportation while her companion hid her valuables.
Lord Kitchener and General French reached London on Saturday afternoon to a tremendous reception. They rode to St James's Palace to meet the Prince of Wales and officials, then visited Buckingham Palace and the residence of a personal friend before continuing engagements. The visit featured formalities and expressions of loyalty as the distinguished guests proceeded with extensive ceremonial duties.
A garbled historical clipping references President and secretary discussions about regulations and a note from a meeting. It mentions Roosevelt and public administration, with unclear details about charges, penalties, and civilizational goals. The fragmentary text lacks clear dates or places.
The 1902 educational convention in Minneapolis near completion amid poor weather. Speakers including Clarence W. Eliot of Harvard presented addresses, and organizers postponed nothing that could enhance the gathering as it concluded.
Reports from multiple places recount a Paris fire and insurance claims, a London theft linked incident, Buckingham Palace weather note, an Indiana accident, a Covington youth’s dangerous stunt, and Rome’s reply on Philippine friars. The Vatican refuses withdrawal, signaling tension between Rome and Washington.
Veteran statesman Benson notes Balfour’s premiership marks a rational life era in government. King George V accepts Salisbury’s gesture as the House of Garrisons sees leadership transition. The Prime Minister’s health and late wife’s death cast shadows over plans for Salisbury’s succession, while editors and officials debate the timing of a retirement and the shift toward a more cautious foreign policy.
Rural utility workers report tie with Maines and Ply operators after staged walkout. The Iowa Telephone Company resumes operations as negotiators progress. Disputes over materials and treatment appear settled for now and the strike appears near its end.
The Rev William Brokaw, once in charge of the YMCA at Camp Alger Virginia and formerly a Protestant Episcopal pastor in San Antonio, has died at his city home. He aided in sanitary and aiding camp movements and was noted for his wartime service and religious leadership.
Speingied Wisconsin steady train line set a new record for fast running from Waslington Indiana to Cone Montana in sixteen minutes of actual running time with five stops totaling sixteen minutes. the overall journey measured two miles and the exact elapsed time remained unclear.
Kent K. Tatex a planning business man from a big city was at a shooting range in Hiawatha Kansas on July 14 when he attempted to remove a jammed bullet from a rifle and accidentally discharged the weapon, killing himself.
The Corn Corner board of trade opened with heavy selling by speculators. July wheat futures fell sharply, dragging prices down and signaling a weak market as traders reacted to anticipated yields and frontier elevator activity.
A fragmented report describes a deadly incident at Tate Bayday involving a devastating blast. It notes multiple widows and casualties, with investigations by authorities and emergency crews. The community faces disruption as responders work at the scene and assess damages and safety concerns.
A chaotic dispatch reports a long voyage from New York to Port Townsend aboard a troubled liner amid a kingpin’s drift toward disruption. In a separate case, a court battles over a missing child and alleged kidnapping as Springston moves toward Kentucky.
A fragmented report describes Tracey Brentnea Mree in peril amid a wet crushy incident. The text notes exposure risks and a sense of imminent collapse, with unclear details about location, date, or responsible parties.
The Peary relief ship Windward leaves New York on July 15 for arctic service as gale winds restrain no part of its scheduled departure. The crew completes tiki gu steres, and the voyage proceeds on time amid favorable conditions reported by authorities.
Joplin Missouri July 16 The state Republican convention nominated on the first ballot three judges for the state supreme court Moses Whihark of Ballinger Henry Lam of Tutui and Edward Highes of Schirler with the nominations reported from the gathering reflecting the party slate for the high court positions
Washington July 15 General Chaffe has been relieved of command in the Philippines and ordered to the command of the Department of the East.
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