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Newspaper

Massillon Independent

Location

Massillon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1905

Page

3

Poland in rebellion as Lodz and Warsaw strike

Lodz Crews walk out, 60 000 workers join political protest paralyzing industry. Barricades rise and liquor shops plundered while troops clash with strikers. Warsaw echoes with unrest ahead of bomb case trial. Atexteff joins imperial council as unsteady Manchuria policy falters.

Lodz Russian Poland St. Petersburg Poland Uf Gafe Warsaw Okrjey Far East Atexteff Council of Empire Alexteff Grand Duke Alexis Alexieff Far Eastern Committee Japan

95,000 Have Lazy Worm In Porto Rico Report

Washington reports from Captain Ashford and the Porto Rican anemia commission detail a 95 percent infection rate among 100,000 Porto Ricans near Aibonito. A field hospital is set up, with $15,000 allocated for eradication work using proven methods from last year’s $5,000 program. The disease, long misunderstood, now sees many seeking treatment as cures accumulate.

Washington Army B. Eghford Aibonito Ashford

Two Freight Boats Sunk in St Clair River Collision

Detroit reports the freighters City of Rome bound down and Linden up bound collided off Tashmoo park in the St Clair river. Linden sinks after sustaining heavy damage. City of Rome sinks shortly after. Cooks Hardy and Wise of the Linden drown. other crew escape except the captain and wife.

Detroit City of Rome Linden St. Clair River Tashmoo Park Cooks Hardy Wise City of Rome Tashmoo Dock Russel Island Cook

Bryan rails against Roosevelt on Paul Morton case

In Lincoln Nebraska June Bryan condemns President Roosevelt for absolving Paul Morton of prosecution over alleged rebates during Morton's Santa Fe presidency. He cites Judges Horton and Judson's investigation, questions why high officials escape punishment, and demands public disclosure of motives and truth.

Bryan Lincoln Paul Morton Poliitical Roosevelt Harmon

Repents Rash Act as Niagara Current Claims Gibson

James A. Gibson, 45, a Buffalo insurance man, leaped from Goat Island bridge into Niagara River. He fought for life as the crowd hurled a life line but was swept to the falls and drowned. His coat and a suicide note were found. the body was not recovered.

Niagara Gibson Niagara Falls James A. Gibson Buffalo Goat Island Bridge

Court to Hold Open During Equitable Inquiry

New York plans a suspended summer vacation for the court of general sessions to allow District Attorney Jerome to examine Equitable Life Assurance Society affairs. Jerome received a letter from Governor Higgins offering to place the evidence from Superintendent Hendricks at his disposal and said he intends to review it thoroughly.

New York Court of General Sessions District 1 Jerome Equitable Life Assurance Society Higgins Hendricks

Negro Assault Suspect Flees to Church in Martinsburg

William Clifford, a black man, is arrested in Martinsburg on charges of assaulting Aliie May Hancock, five, daughter of William Hancock. The father pursued him to a barber shop, then chased him to a Presbyterian church where a prayer meeting was under way and the gathering was disrupted. Hancock struck Clifford with a heavy club before he was restrained and sent to jail by Deputy Sheriff arrival.

Mount Vernon William Clifford Martinsburg Aliie May Hancock William Hancock Clifford Presbyterian Church Hancock John Dudgeon Wilson

Depositors to Be Paid in Full in Philadelphia

Albert L. Taber as temporary receiver of the City trust Safe Deposit and Surety company says every depositor will be paid dollar for dollar after the institution closed its doors Wednesday.

Philadelphia Albert L. Taber City Trust, Safe Deposit and Surety Company

Evacuation Ordered Near Vesuvius Amid Rising Crater Activity

The prefect orders residents near Mount Vesuvius to prepare to evacuate as crater discharges increase. The June 24 directive aims to move people away from potential lava and ash flows.

Vesuvius Naples Mount Vesuvius Crater

Banquet Honours Whitelaw Reid At London Pilgrim Dinner

Premier Balfour and Sir Henry Irving led a London gathering of notable British figures and American residents in greeting Whitelaw Reid, the new American ambassador. Lord Roberts opened with a toast to King Edward and Roosevelt, while Irving read a poem by Alfred Austin. Reid received an enthusiastic reception as the crowd sang America and tribute to the guest.

London Whitelaw Refs Edyward Pilgrim Society of London England Field Marsal Lord Roberts Edward Roosevelt Balfour Great Britain Whitemaw Reid America Alfred Austin Apa Reid

Millionaire Missing From Waldorf Astoria Banker's Vanishing

New York banker Stimpson Gillet, 38, of Broad street, an alleged $3,000,000 holder, vanished from his Waldorf Astoria suite two weeks ago. Bags and trunks remain in storage, with offices locked and no further clues beyond suspected accident or foul play. Gillet, a Chicago transplant, had habit of carrying large sums and suffered recent nervous illness.

New York H. Stimpson Gillet No. 20 Broad Street Waldorf-Astoria Gilet Waldorf.Astoria Gillet Gilles Chicago

Four Thousand Reward Offered for Wenzie Murderer

Northumberland County commissioners announce a $4000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the killer of Michael Wenzie who was shot on a public road near Natalie while returning from the mines. The notice specifies pursuit and legal action to bring the perpetrator to justice.

Shamokin Northumberland County Michael Wenzie Natalie

Chicago Strike Nearing an End

Chicago reports that all major obstacles to settling the teamsters strike have been removed and indications point to a swift end unless an unforeseen development arises.

Chicago Teamsters

Sister dispute outlines in Ohio court case

Testimony recounts Mrs Hoyt alleged to be insane over sewer gas fears and control of Mapes property. Witnesses including Warren Nolle and James Baxter discuss inheritance edits and defective sewer system. Plaintiff claims deliberate alienation. defense cites family tensions and financial motives amid long-ago trial.

Getty Funsu Hill Wit Marshall Wool Charlene Sidtel Wood James Baxter Mapes

Boss of Cincinnati? Lincoln Steffens spar with Cox

In McClure's Ohio politics piece, George B. Cox refutes Lincoln Steffens saying Cincinnati is well governed and claims Steffens misrepresented his findings. Cox defends his bank role and public service, insisting he earns his money honestly while denying graft.

Cincinnati Lincoln Steffens McClure Ohio George LB. Cox Republican Organization Lincoln Stevens Pye Cinginnali Steffens Herrick Columbus

Jewels Recovered From Mentor Wreck Victim's Property

Jewelry worth 32000 belonging to S C Beckwith of New York was found in wreckage and brought to Cleveland. Beckwith died after removal. Secret Service and railroad officials pursue a suspect tied to the switch tampering blamed for the Mentor wreck. Lake Shore offers 12000 reward for arrests or information.

Mentor Cleveland S. C. Beckwith New York Lake Shore Claim Agent Beckwith Lake Shore Railway Company Twentieth Century Limited

Bank Lacked Ready Money Forces Closure in Vicksburg

Kalamazoo Michigan June 24 The Vicksburg Exchange bank of Vicksburg twelve miles south of this city has closed its doors for lack of ready money.

Kalamazoo, Mich Vicksburg Exchange Bank of Vicksburg

Governor Carter Resigns in Hawaii

Governor Carter has mailed his resignation to President Roosevelt from Honolulu Hawaii as of June 24. He steps down from office amid political shifts in Hawaii with the resignation effective immediately and the administration awaiting guidance from Washington.

Hawaii Honolulu Carter Roosevelt

Kaiser Wins Meteor III in Kiel Regatta Contest

Germany June regatta reports Kaiser’s Meteor III edging Hamburg’s boat by over three minutes on a 32 mile course. Ambassadors Tower and Armour aboard, with the Atlas, Alisa, Orion, and Endymion noted in the fleet. Navahoe beat Comet by 31 minutes amid a tight Suzanne versus Clara luffing duel.

Germany Kaiser Prince Henry Russia Allison VV Armour Atla Reginary Alisa Aisa America Wlost Tavehiung Windward Orion Ailsa Hamburg Emperor William Ambassador Tower Wilson Marshall Atlantic George Lauder Suzanne Clara O. Huldschinsky Max Guilleaume

Offer Arbitration On Shot Firer Law Question

Springfield Ill June 24 The state executive board of the United Mine Workers offers to arbitrate with the Illinois Coal Operators Association over whether miners request for a shot firer law violates their agreement If the ruling is affirmative the miners will reimburse operators for the shot firers If negative the operators continue to provide shot firers John Mitchell national president of the miners organization is expected to attend the meeting here next Monday to receive the operators decision

Springfield Ill United Mine Workers of America Linois Coal Operators’ Association Spe Miners’ Organization John Mitchell

Quart of Vinegar Costs $1200 Near Lynbrook

New York June 24 Postmaster Pearsall of Lynbrook L I drew a quart of vinegar for a stranger at the combination store and post office. The man left the店 with postage stamps valued at 1200.

New York Postminster Pearsall Lynbrook L. L Pearsall

Dun's Review of Trade Summary of National Business Conditions

Dun's Review reports moderate improvement in manufacturing with rising inventories in Patou textiles and iron and steel showing midsummer quiet. Labor and wage talks progress with more agreements signed, while building activity increases with higher capital. New England shoe makers see steady fall orders and strong spring sample demand amid inflation in raw materials.

Sera Jane Th POS MG Taetery Dole Warton Imiporrank Patou New England

Jealous Farmer Kills Himself In Millville

Youngstown Ohio June 24 Samuel Paws a prosperous Millville farmer killed himself after revealing jealousy toward his wife He attempted to kill his wife and their 1 year old son but they escaped Then Daws went to his barn and killed himself leaving the wife and child unharmed

Youngstown Samuel Paws Millville Taws Daws

Shot Down While Plowing in Huntington West Virginia

Melville Thomas, white farmer, was killed while plowing corn near a field in Huntington. The incident follows recent indictments against illicit retailers and activists believed linked to the crime, with authorities pursuing leads tied to the ASIASA NON.

Huntington W Va Melville Thomas Thomas Asiasa Non

National and American Games Standings and Scores

Standings and scores from Major League teams are listed with brief notes. The item reflects a humorous exchange about family concerns and personal finances, illustrating the paper's light cartoon style rather than a game report.

Chicago Grain Market Sees Wheat Rally as Yields Fall

Chicago on June 23 reports prospects of a much smaller wheat crop pushing July wheat up 1? to 91 1/2 cents while corn slips and oats rise. Closing quotes show Wheat July 914 91/2, Corn July 644, Oats July 32 1/2.

Chicago L&c

Pittsburg Markets June 22 Prices for grains, livestock and dairy

Pittsburg markets report mixed corn and oats with prices for yellow shelled corn around 59 to 61 cents and oats from 35 to 36 cents per unit. Hay and haylage list timothy and clover offerings, eggs and butter show modest margins, and cheese prices include New York full cream and Ohio cream. Cattle, hogs, sheep and lambs show range of values from prime to good quality, with feeding steers and stockers priced between 2.50 and 6.90, and heavy hogs near 5.55 per unit.

New York New Ohio Inci

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