Yellow Fever Spreads in the South Amid Guarded Trains
The yellow fever crisis worsens with rising cases near New Orleans. Trains run under armed guard as authorities expand inspections to Cairo and beyond. Louisiana and Mississippi governors explore cross-border tensions while Arkansas readies militia to guard gateways.
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Cairo
Ill
Canal Street
Blanchard
Bostick
Louisiana
Lake Borgne Canal
Lanchard
Mississippi
Lake Pontchartrain
Secretary of the Treasury
Winona
Vardaman
Jackson
Miss
Gulf Coast
Lake Rigolets
Arkansas
Little Rock
Ark
Longshoremen Strike Triggers Porto Rico Mob Clash
In San Juan the longshoremen strike led to a mob taking control of much of the city between 7 and 9 last night. The rioters dug up paving blocks and stones and fought police. One person was killed and 40 injured, three of whom may die.
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San Jan
San Juan
Porto Rico
Former DC Supreme Court Justice Andrew Wylie Dies
Andrew Wylie, former justice of the District of Columbia Supreme Court, has died in Washington. He presided over major trials including the Star Route conspiracy case, leaving a legacy in municipal justice.
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Andrew Wylie
District of Columbia
Washington
Andrew Wyle
Supreme Court of
Bank Robbery in Roy al: Explosion Destroys Safe
In Roy al Champaign County the town bank was broken open and about $4,000 stolen. A nitroglycerine blast blew the safe door through the roof and was heard for miles as the robbers fled the scene.
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Danville
Royal
Champaign County
Emperor William backs Charles of Denmark for Norway throne
Copenhagen August 2 Emperor William appears to abandon hope that the Bernadotte prince will become king of Norway and now favors King Charles of Denmark. He is quoted saying if Charles does not become king, Norway will be a republic and he prefers a monarchy with Charles as candidate.
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William
House of Bernadotte
Norway
Charles
Denmark
Battle Rages Over Telegraphers Strike Threatens Rail Tie Up
In St Paul and Helena reports the Northern Pacific and Great Northern telegraphers strike widens. Managers say trains run with emergency phones, while union leader Perham forecasts 95 percent out and a full system tie up. Montana dispatchers and Rocky Mountain divisions see widespread walkouts. Spokane and Idaho divisions also affected.
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Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Perham
Railway Telegraphers
Helena
Mont
Montana
Montana Central
Rocky Mountain Division
Spokane
Washington
Idaho
Shaw on Lookout for Presidency 1908
Secretary Shaw returns to Washington from a Midwest swing amid talk he may run for president in 1908. Journal notes Shaw’s high visibility with Shaw men nationwide and hints he plans to leave official life by February 1, next year, affecting his political calculations.
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Shaw
Washington
Middle West
Farm publishers arrest in mail fraud case
John C. Hanley publisher of Alliance Advocate was arrested by U S Marshal Grimshaw on a mail fraud charge. He offered stock in Consolidated Farm and Ranch claiming it owned another firm, with $350000 capitalization but alleged lack of assets. Hearing scheduled for August 12.
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John C. Hanley
Alliance Advocate
United States
Grimshaw
Consolidated Farm and Ranch Company
Hanley
Want Wabash River Bridge
Vigo county commissioners received a bid from H. C. Kehm C. W. Mills of Chicago and P. Chase of Decatur Illinois offering 192000 for the use of the county bridge over the Wabash River and ten miles of the national road for the proposed East St Louis Vandalia and Eastern Traction company. The offer would be paid in fifty equal annual installments.
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Ind
H. C. Kehm
C. W. Mills
Chicago
P. Chase
Decatur
Vigo County
Wabash River
East St Louis, Vandalia and Eastern Traction Company
Witte Arrives in Good Health on Transatlantic Voyage
Sergius Witte the Russian envoy to the peace conference is reported in good health aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse after crossing the Atlantic. He expresses eagerness to visit America and notes his only regret is his inability to speak English. He says his mission remains peace negotiations. The ship reached quarantine this afternoon in New York.
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Siasconset
Mass
Sergius Witte
Russia
American
Witte
America
New York
M. Witte
Skiff Capsizes in Swan River. Four Drown in Vera Family Tragedy
A Vera Minnesota family voyage ended in tragedy when a skiff carrying Edith and Goldie Technor sisters Everett Technor, and Mrs J W Payne and Mrs O E Payne capsized in Swan River near their home. Only Mrs O E Payne survived by clinging to the boat. all other bodies remained unrecovered.
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Minn
Edith
Goldie Technor
Everett
J. W
O. E. Pagne
Vera
Swan River
O. E. Payne
Made by His Secretary Sent His Secretary There
Secretary Wilson explains a trip by his private secretary to Alaska to investigate game conditions. He describes a dispute between Alaska miners and outsiders over hunting permits and trophies. After reviewing the report he restricted permits to museums and educational institutions. He notes possible trophy use of winter meat heads if done without encouragement.
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Wilson
Alaska
Congress
Tabor Youth Rescued After Arsenic Suicide Attempt
G A Lyberger, 21, of Tabor Iowa, attempted death by arsenic over unrequited love for Miss Dawson. He consumed poison near the Dan Rhode farm but recovered after treatment with antidotes and medical care. His parents reside in Happy Hollow district west of town.
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G. A. Lyberger
Thurman
Harris
Happy Hollow
Moody to prosecute in agricultural department scandals
Attorney General Moody left for Washington to oversee inquiries into the agricultural department scandals. He and the president discussed general laws relevant to prosecutions in U S courts and the need for amendments to federal criminal statutes.
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Moody
Agricultural Department
Oyster Bay
Washington
United States
Hyde Says He Will Return From England
Secretary Wilson received a cable reply from John Hyde former chief statistician of the department of agriculture stating that he will return as soon as possible. The message was sent in answer to a cablegram urging his return from Southport England dated August 2.
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England
Southport
John Hyde
Department of Agriculture
Wilson
General Carnahan Near Death in Indianapolis
Indianapolis reports Major General James R. Carnahan of the Uniform Rank of Knights of Pythias is gravely ill and fading. death is hourly expected as his condition worsens.
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Indianapolis
James R. Carnahan
Knights of Pythias
St Mary's Ship Canal Semi Centenary Celebrations Begin
Sault Ste Marie Michigan marks the opening of the St Marys ship canal with a two day celebration. The city hosts thousands of visitors as the sun rises on a harbor salute and a naval parade with Canada. Vice President Fairbanks delivers the main address as Governor Warner and Senator Burrows attend.
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Mich
St. Mary's River
St. Mary’s Ship Canal
Canada
Charles W. Fairbanks
Warner
Burrows
Michigan
Contested Congressional Situation Sparks Lively Debate
A vigorous confrontation surrounds a congressional matter with strong exchanges between parties. Key figures and groups weigh in as the dispute unfolds, signaling broad public interest and potential policy impact.
Bushnell convention may crown next Fourteenth District hopeful
In Monmouth Illinois a Bushnell convention on August 24 looms large as Republicans seek the next congressman to replace the late Marsh in a district with a 6000 Republican edge. Allen of Moline leads in Rock Island County and faces Col Rankin, with Do V Chandler and Dean Franklin emerging as key McDonough county players shaping a potential party lineup. Primaries will be paid by Chandler and Franklin, prompting a busy, high stake campaign setup.
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Illinois
Marsh
Warsaw
Fourteenth
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Rock Island
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Moline
Searle
Warren
Yates
Col. Rankin
Rankin
Cel
McDonough County
Do. V. Chandler
Dean Franklin
Law
Illinois State University
Chandler
Republican
Macomb & Western Illinois Railroad
Sherman
County Central Committee
Franklin
Frank
McDonough
Igh Finance
Mer
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San Diego
Court of Inquiry
Bennington
The
Coalition Formed In Stockholm Government
Stockholm reports a new coalition formed today within the ministry led by Christian Lundeberg the minister of state. The move consolidates power within the cabinet as officials announce the alliance aim to stabilize governance.
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Christian Lundeberg
Stockholm
Davenport Suffers $40,000 Fire This Morning
A major fire tore through Davenport early today causing about 40000 dollars in damage. Fire crews battled flames across the scene but no injuries were reported. Authorities are assessing the cause and securing the site.
Fire Gut Soaked Davenport Crockery Firms
Davenport suffered a 40000 fire at 217 W 2nd street gutting the Heinrich Crockery wholesale and L B Guykery retail firms housed in one building owned by the Otto Klug estate. Losses: stock 25000 and building 15000 insured. Earlier, the H F Valquardsen Shoe factory northwest of Davenport burned with 7000 loss and 600 insured.
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W. 2Nd Street
Heinrich Crockery Company
L. B. Guy Kery Company
Otto Klug
Crockery
L. B. Guy Company
H. F. Valquardsen
Grand Jury Sought For Equitable Lifeship Probes
New York August 2 District Attorney Jerome said he may convene a special grand jury to probe the Equitable Life Assurance society ahead of a legislative committee inquiry into life insurance conditions.
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Jerome
Davy
New York Supreme Court
Equitable Life Assurance Society
Legislature
Army officers witness Taggart divorce case in Wooster
Prominent army figures arrived in Wooster, Ohio, to testify at the Taggart divorce hearing set for this afternoon. Major Taggart is noted as a leading regular army officer, and the proceeding has drawn wide attention for its sensational aspects.
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Wooster
Ohio
Taggart
Regular Army
Illinois Priest Honored in Private Audience with Pope
Rome reports the pope granted a private audience to Rev. Edward L. as chancellor of the diocese, an honor reflecting his standing in the Illinois church.
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Illinois
Rome
Edward L
Chandler and County Loyalties Shape Gittings Nomination Fight
In Hancock County Chandler is poised to win 18 votes and enter the convention as a potent factor with support from two of six counties. Aledo banker Jim McKinney aims to be residuary segatee for Henderson county candidate Gittings, as Henderson Republicans recall past adven tures with Rock Island and Mercer. Gittings vows to endure a political storm hoping for nomination, while Henderson’s eight votes limit his impact but could balance the result in tight scenarios.
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Chandler
Hancock County
Jim McKinney
Segatee
Gittings
Henderson County
Rock Island
Mercer
Whiteman
State Board of Equalization
McDonough
Henderson
Brutal Attack Leaves Iowa Man Unconscious After Night Assault
John Kelly, a young married man, lies unconscious in Iowa City after a brutal attack by three men Monday night. Police jailed Will Wise, M. Maher, and John Jizichek on the charge, with a preliminary hearing set before Mayor Rall as investigators suspect liquor and revenge motives.
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Iowa City
John Kelly
Will Wise
M. Maher
John Jizichek
Rall
Fair Changes Hands as Chicago Store Joins Lehmann Family
The Fair department store in Chicago comes under the control of E. J. Lehmann’s family when Augusta Lehmann buys the controlling stake. Otto Young is named president of the corporation, with EB. J. Lehmann as vice president and treasurer. Charles Greve becomes secretary as he manages the heir’s estate.
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Chicago
E. J. Lehmann
Augusta Lehmann
Otto Young
EB. J. Lehmann
Charles Greve
Heira
Furthmann Dead One Haymarket Prosecutor Dies
Chicago August 2 Attorney Edward Furthmann one of the prosecutors of the Haymarket anarchists has died.
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Haymark
Chicago
Edward Furthmann
Haymarket
Weather for Iowa and Chicago Aug 2
Showers tonight and Thursday in Iowa and Chicago. Sun rises at 4 45 a m and sets at 7 09 p m with the moon set at 13 p m.
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