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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1902
Page
10
In Marshfield Wisconsin seventeen miners are dead after a gas and powder explosion at Bluefield mine. Authorities say a miner’s lamp ignited accumulated gas and blasting powder, trapping workers. One survivor, James Lester, is reported severely burned and nearly suffocated by smoke.
A New York report states a meeting of leading anthracite coal executives in Philadelphia incl President Baur of the Reading, Yruesdale of Lackawanna & Western, Fowler of New York, etc. They pledged no concessions and dismissed recent events as not relevant to warrants.
Attorney General seeks injunction to stop boxing match set for Monday night at Southern Athletic Club in Toulsville. Petition claims athletes Gothry Abs Goren and Young Corker are pro fighters and would draw a crowd of about a thousand, risking public safety and violating laws. defendants include promoters and arena owner. Trial in Hartford prepares, with a call for immediate action and possible appeal.
A fragmented report describes a proposed national sewing machine trust led by Barnabas Witeedge of Selviders, aiming to unite major manufacturers including Barnabas Witeedge's firm and many others across New York, Chicago, Providence, Cleveland, and Dayton, with a capital of 30,000,000. The scheme seeks to consolidate the industry, appoint representatives, and push a broader organization while detailing key company names and cities involved.
Morse Kinner, aged about seventy, died when a barge engine cage at the Pedero Leather Company plant in Monistiqus Mich whirled him into gear. A bystander was nearby but likely fell victim to part of the machinery. He leaves a wife and two married children and is survived by relatives from Mauistique.
A quirky early morning item from the London Express discusses an “interesting moment” dated to the second minute of the second hour of the second May year and other repetitive time references. The passage dwells on the seemingly minor moment arriving with scant significance.
Gompers, head of the American Federation of Labor, arrived in Wilkesbarre and met with President Mitchell and other presidents of the United Mine Workers. An executive session followed a lengthy call at the adners’ headquarters.
Report from a union conference notes Mr Mitchell and others debating strike conditions. Gompers questioned, no decision on extra sessions or levy for miners. Greenwood area workers see slight force increase as coal shipments of about 2000 tons move to market despite ongoing tensions.
A German liner Kronprins Wilhelm departed from Teton Southampton and crossed Cherbourg to Sandy Hook in five days one hour seven minutes at an average speed of about 23.09 knots. The voyage beat prior records, with arrival noted near the buoy Auk light ship after a voyage of roughly 16 days and 11 hours in the period. Contenders included ships like the Dhontschbtind. measurements reference times and speeds, with several tracking notes and vessel numbers.
Descriptions from Cheyenne and state capitals recount enormous wildfires along the Colorado line north of Denver. Blazes sweep across forests burning timber, threatening towns and water supplies as crews, sacks of equipment, and governor communications escalate the response. Reports note shifting conditions, heavy smoke, and escalating efforts to mobilize forest forces and federal aid.
Sept 10 Morris, associated with the Olympia, was found dead aboard in Boston harbor. Reports say death by own action with a revolver, witnessed after his visit to a presidential event. Friends note he avoided discussion of the incident, while some speculate an explosion may have been from torpedoes or a faulty device in the Maine context.
New York reports Lieut Penry sailed July 2 1908 aboard the Windward and sent word from Labrador coast that the crew remained in good health. The prompt notes Peary’s prior polar progress and the arduous voyage toward Fort Conger, detailing amputations and hardships.
A Newport area incident left a man dead after a fall and injuries from a misadventure involving a dumped load. The victim, aged around 40, was reported promoted recently to captain before the tragedy.
A Sept 26 report from Barron Wisconsin records the death of 5 year old William Etlig who was struck and killed by a threshing machine that ran over him. The machine allegedly moved from behind a gate as the boy rode a tongue handle. The incident prompted an investigation by local authorities.
Queen Wilhelmina appeared in public in Sept. at The Hague, declaring recovery from illness. She praised friendly ties with foreign powers, called domestic affairs the focus of her speech, and discussed Netherlands commerce, agriculture, and reforms including customs changes.
Sept 14 report from Waukegan notes violence by Boxers targeting Catholics in See Chuca province with several deaths. In local business news, United States State Company stock has been purchased by representatives of Senator Addicks and a match factory is to be remodeled into a new company under his oversight.
Police report Maurice O Shea injured by trolley car on Harricoth and Giintan streets. Nathan Hirschowitz ten, knocked down. warded at hospital with serious injuries. Several others wounded including Richard Manley and Sol Lenisten as crews battled a powerful wind. Investigation underway into fatalities and chain of events surrounding the chaos.
Market reports show varied demand across grains and livestock with steady to slow sales. Prices range with August/September movements. noted are steady dairy and meat prices, with futures and storage stock levels highlighted.
Sept 16 police in Noe Yor report a banker named Nicholas Sharkey was assaulted in a saloon on West Thiry fourth street. Victim died later after a shell fractured, with several suspects including Mary Phillips and others detained. Coroner to review evidence with witnesses from Mrs. Philips, Fish, and Ler.
Neenah Wisconsin hosted its first carnival under the Merchants and Makers Association last evening. An estimated 3000 visitors joined the event with rides, shows, and vendors from Oshkosh and Appleton, while the program featured balance activities and a parade planned for Friday evening.
In Baraboo Wisconsin on September 10 special report states that during threshing the machine of Albert Hawkins and the separator belonging to Charles Cobbledick were destroyed along with eleven stacks of grain. Two hoses were carried away by the blaze and a person died unseen as the operator was away from the machine.
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