Tragic Paris Metro Tunnel Disaster Leaves Dozens Dead
At least eighty four people die with authorities counting more bodies as fire and smoke trap riders in the Metropolitan underground. Fire aboard a tunnel train causes suffocation and a deadly stairway escape, with investigations into a bar of iron triggering the blaze.
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Mississippi monster alligator shot by Illinois sportsman
An Illinois sportsman killed a nine foot four inch alligator seen on the Mississippi near Elk River. The animal, believed to wander north from warmer waters, was shot from a boat by Charles Laing using a 25-36 rifle, then dispatched and prepared for mounting for display at his Chicago shop.
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Katy Flyer wreck injures ten in Missouri ditching
The Katy Flyer passenger train was derailed near Nevada Missouri when rails spread last night. Ten people were injured but none fatally.
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Nevada
Vannutelli Named Papal Secretary of State
London reports Cardinal Vannutelli is appointed papal secretary of state in Rome to replace Cardinal Rampolia, per the Catholic Herald. The move marks a key high church posting in the Vatican.
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Fever Heat but One Train Goes This Is Condition of Things
Fever heat dominates as just one train operates at Columbus Junction amid delays and disruption. Commuters report limited service, with officials citing track issues and staffing shortages impacting schedule accuracy.
Chautauqua Brightens Wilton Program With Noted Speakers
In Columbus Junction Iowa on August 11 fever heat marks chautauqua interest as Dixie Jubilees entertain crowds. Lou J Beauchamp headlines with Take the Sunny Side while Dr Eaton presents The Birth and Death of Worlds and Rum Rules and How He Does It. Gen O O Howard set to speak on Gettysburg with Minnie Dee Wright and Anna Shaw also featured.
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Anna Shaw
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Pope Pius X Swoons After Election Celebrations
Pope Pius X collapsed during Mass in Rome after a period of intense excitement since his election. He was carried to a bed and given medical care, later regaining consciousness as doctors treated him for the strain of recent events.
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Iowa Central Railroad Sale Rumor Circulates in Des Moines
Des Moines rumors spread after Iowa Central stock decline tied to alleged Illinois Central purchase of 25 million dollars in bonds. The chatter says Iowa Central may be sold to Illinois Central, reviving past speculation.
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UNIONS MOVE TERRIFIC CYCLONE DOING MASSIVE DAMAGE
Eighty three prominent citizens of Idaho Springs are arrested on warrants by miners for the assault and deportation of eighteen union miners after a Sun Moon mine transformer house dynamiting. Mayor Riley and First National Bank president L. M. Hanchett are among those jailed as part of a retaliatory move.
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Dislikes Bride Prompted Peoria Woman to Take Poison
Mrs Henry Gander aged 70 wife of a prominent Peoria businessman killed herself by swallowing poison after learning her son’s bride was not acceptable to her. The incident occurred in Peoria Illinois with the motive tied to family disapproval.
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Henry Gander
Girl Shoots Self in New London Iowa
Nettie Gowens fifteen daughter of Mr and Mrs Larney Gowens of the South Side area shot herself with a 22 caliber revolver in a field near the house. The ball pierced her heart and entered her stomach in what appears a personal crisis. She walked home with the weapon and laid it down before doctors arrived. prognosis unchanged. No motive is known.
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Nettie Gowens
Larney Gowens
South Side Addition
Market Dispatch From Chicago Wheat to Cattle Prices
Special market dispatch via J Toher & Co. reports Chicago pits with Sept wheat at 80% cents and corn at 52 cents, oats around 34 cents, pork futures near 13.42, and lard around 8.07. Live stock receipts show hogs at 5.45 to 5.85, cattle steady, sheep 24,000 on hand, with Kansas City and Omaha receipts noted and forthcoming carloads. Weather maps indicate little rain in the northwest and warmer temperatures forecast, with some Nebraska Kansas showers.
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Woman Foils Thugs at Washington Jail Break
Five men named Campion Pitcher Campbell Howell and Dant were stopped when the wife of Sheriff Morgan disrupted an attempted jail break in Washington Indiana. The group was discovered removing a stone slab from the wall this morning.
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John Campion
John Pitcher
James Campbell
Charles Howell
James Dant
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Preacher Dismissed After Painting Local Saloon
In Sioux Falls on August 11, Rev. T. A. Miller of Kimball South Dakota resigned after painting and papering a saloon building. His salary could not support him, forcing outside work to make ends meet.
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Enraged husband shoots wife then kills self in Norfolk
Henry Carpenter, driven by jealousy over presumed infidelity, shot his wife three times and then killed himself. Mrs. Carpenter survives, believed to be recovering. The incident occurred in Norfolk, Virginia, on August 11.
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Prohibitionists to Convene in Washington County
Washington County prohibitionists plan a county convention in Washington Iowa on September 4 to nominate a county ticket for the forthcoming election. The meeting aims to organize local campaign efforts and select candidates.
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Range of Prices for NYSE Listings at Close
Quotations on bonds and securities listed in New York at the close of business today show the range of prices for leading stocks and securities on the New York Stock Exchange on August 11.
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New York Stock Exchange
Youthful burglars confess raid on Iowa City house
Police report Ray King aged 17 and Albert Hagen aged 14 confessed to breaking into the house of the late Alderman William Hunt in Iowa City and stealing about 290 dollars worth of jewelry. The loot was later located in Davenport.
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Stone elected grand chief of engineers in Cleveland
W S Stone of Eldon Iowa was today elected grand chief of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers as the convention met in Cleveland Ohio on August 11.
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Postoffice Scandal Arrests Expected Near
Washington authorities believe further arrests are imminent in the postoffice scandals as investigations intensify. The August 11 report notes ongoing efforts to track additional suspects and unravel the scheme.
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Washington, D. C
Iowa Delegation to Pick Shiras Successor
Des Moines Iowa aug 11 the Iowa congressional delegation will begin work this month to choose a successor to judge o p shiras of dubuque on the federal bench no candidate has yet been agreed upon and no action has been taken.
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O. P. Shiras
Dubuque
Iowa
Veteran Guardsman Lincoln Stricken by Neuritis in Ames
Ames Iowa Aug 11 General James Rush Lincoln III longtime Iowa National Guard guard is seriously ill due to neuritis. He is the veteran member of the guard.
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James Rush Lincoln
Iowa National Guard
Two Earthquakes Felt In Malta This Morning
Two strong earthquakes were felt in Malta this morning. The tremors shook buildings and caused alarm among residents as locals reported the quakes lasting several seconds. No damage or injuries were immediately reported.
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Malta
Iowa Populists to Convene in Des Moines August 27 and 28
Des Moines Aug 11 J B Norman Albia chairman of the populist state central committee and Secretary Harvey arranged for the state convention to be held in Des Moines Aug 27 and 28. Norman expects a large crowd at the mass convention. Ex Congress man L H Weller Nashua will preside.
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Harvey
Pope Pius III Faces Heart Disease Doctors Say
Rome, Aug 11. Doctors report Pope Pius has a well advanced heart disease and warned that continued work could endanger his life. They recommended at least a brief retirement from duties.
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Italy
Pius
James Elerick Named Republican Senator Candidate
Keosauqua Iowa Aug 11 James Elerick of Douds breaks dead lock in Van Buren Jefferson county district race as compromise candidate for senator on the Republican ticket.
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Jefferson District
Keosauqua
James Elerick
Jefferson County
Powder Mills Blow Up in Carney’s Packing House
A Dupont powder mills packing house at Carney's in Wilmington Delaware blew up early today. The explosion caused the building to be torn apart but no employees were present at the time.
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Shaw Not Alarmed Sees No Relief Measures Needed
Secretary Shaw said the unsettled state of Wall Street business does not justify government relief. He argued there is no condition requiring intervention. The comment came as the August 11 report from Washington noted ongoing market nerves.
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Iowa Weather Summary From Chicago Report
Weather forecast notes generally fair and cooler conditions in eastern Iowa with possible showers in the west tonight. Wednesday to be partly cloudy with showers and warmer in the west. Sunrise at 4 53, sunset at 6 59, moonrise 7 29 p m.
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