Caisson Explosion Fatal for Louisville Legionnaires
A caisson explosion in Louisville Kentucky killed four members of Battery A Kentucky National Guard and wounded several others. The blast on Broadway near Third Street shattered windows, sent terrified residents fleeing, and cast a pall over the city as bulletins spread.
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Gold Outflow Worries Treasury Officials in Washington
Treasury officials fear continued gold drain as the reserve lags $2.5 million short of the $100 million cap. A bond syndicate reportedly deposited $8 million and may not cover deficits, risking under $5 million in free gold within a week. Europe’s imports and shifting settlements complicate relief.
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Bell to ring at Magna Charta commemoration then Mt Ararat
The bell will be moved in stages to New Orleans then Mexico City and finally Runnymead England for a Magna Charta commemoration. Plans also call for the bell to reach Mt Ararat in 1900 for a congress of representatives from all religious organizations.
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Runnymead
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Naval Veterans Parade in Louisville Draws Tens of Thousands
Louisville crowds flocked for a grand G A R encampment event with an estimated 200 000 visitors in the city. The Naval Veterans Association led a 10 000 strong parade alongside police, Indiana militia, K of P units, juvenile drill corps, and veterans from multiple eras. Electric light displays lit the city as organizers expect 45 000 veterans in the lineup, with Gen Cohen forecasting 10 000 to 20 000 more and weather favorable for the event. Forty five thousand veterans are expected to march along with other groups in a robust celebration featuring a 200 voice choir rehearsal.
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Washington
Desha County Feud Fears After Dumas Incident
In Desha County Arkansas a July 4 event ties to two connected families after Isaac Bankston allegedly lurked in a closet and abducted Miss Sadie Seamons. Bankston was later charged with burglary rape and assault with intent to kill and later claimed by her family to be shot by her kin. The dispute has escalated with threats of bloodshed and a possible long feud as both sides mobilize supporters.
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Dumas
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Storm Ravages Gridley Kansas Town Destruction Wide
Ottawa Kansas specials detail Gridley with 490 residents suffering total loss of many buildings after a wind and rain storm. The disaster extends across Colby County with multiple injuries including George Rodman family and Mrs James group. One man killed near Gridley. others hurt. widespread farm damage reported.
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Rebellion in Kan Sub Tests China Urging Russia Aid
A Kan Sub province rebellion grows formidable as insurgents seize eleven cities. Reports say China considers asking Russia for help to quell the uprising amid rising tensions and unrest. The same issue notes a sugar company dividend declaration with details on common and preferred stock payouts.
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New York Man Favored for Supreme Court Seat
The President reportedly plans to appoint a New Yorker to the vacant Supreme Court seat after Justice Jackson’s death. Wheeler H. Peckham and William B. Hornblower are the leading candidates, with John B. Moore also cited. Other New York names and opposition from Senator Hill influence the discussion among several justices. Mrs Hornblower reportedly opposes her husband’s candidacy.
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Wheeler H. Peckham
William B. Hornblower
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John B
Reserve Down to 97 Million as Gold Withdrawals Rise
New York report shows gold withdrawn from the sub treasury for Europe reaching 1.2 million dollars, leaving reserves near 97 million. The Belmont-Morgan syndicate did not deposit as expected, while Chase National Bank allegedly supplied 400 thousand to the syndicate in exchange for greenbacks. K O Leech urged banks to contribute at least 25 percent of their holdings to shore up the treasury gold reserve amid anticipated cotton and grain demand.
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K.O. Leech
Mint
Union National Bank
Stanford Save Ends Appeal Brief in Million-Dollar Case
United States Special Counsel completes argument and brief for the appeal in the $15,000,000 suit against Mrs. Jane L. Stanford. Judge McKissick contends the government’s positions, cites Supreme Court opinions, and argues Judge Ross erred in contract interpretation. Also reports on European dispatches and livestock market quotes across multiple cities.
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J.D. McKissick
Jane L. Stanford
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
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McKissock
Ross
Supreme Court of the United States
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Supreme Court of California
South Dakota efforts to curb Russian thistle gain support
A practical plan to suppress Russian thistle is under consideration by several counties in South Dakota. Farmer Iver Bagstad promoted fencing and sought rail freight discounts for barb wire to aid weed destruction as lawmakers may repeal the herd law, with Yankton and Clay Counties already acting. The piece also covers Scotland District Fair plans, the new South Dakota Lawn Tennis Association, local crimes, river drownings, wind damage, and various county notices.
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Iver Bagstad
Gayville
Bagstad
Chicago
Yankton
Clay
Fire destroys stack and barn on Frazer farm near Mitchell
A spark from a threshing machine set a large straw stack on fire on tra Frazer’s farm near Mitchell, burning a barn, several horses and 1200 bushels of wheat just threshed. No insurance coverage. Loss estimated at 3000 dollars.
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Mitchell
Rajah the Elephant Stampede Baffles Circus Hands
A lively elephant chase occurred at Mitchell when Rajah the largest elephant in Lemon brothers' circus stampeded. The ugly brute bolted a mile out on the prairie south of town before handlers corralled him with full force.
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Inferno in Osceola Mine Ends in Tragedy Near Calumet
A fire at the Osceola copper mine near Calumet Michigan trapped more than 200 miners. Fire started in a sagging area above the floor and spread through No 2 shaft tunnels. Despite efforts by Captain Richards and others, many perished from gas and smoke with several unaccounted. Authorities suspect incendiary origin and fear bodies lie in drifts toward other shafts as fire may smolder for weeks.
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Defender Wins Cup Contest Beating Valkyrie in Fast Run
The American yacht Defender defeated the Valkyrie in the first cup race, completing the 15 mile windward and return course in 4 hours 30 minutes 55 seconds, beating the Britisher by 5 minutes 49 seconds. Jubilation follows the win as sailors discuss wind conditions, best points of sailing, and the race’s potential impact on future trials.
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