Bravery of Women Preserves Elk City
Central Montana ablaze as forest fires rage across multiple states. Women in Elk City are credited with saving the town by preventing spread of flames to roofs. Governor dispatches militia. Idaho and Washington sound alarms as fires threaten towns, rail lines, and resources across vast regions. Local crews and hundreds of soldiers mobilize to fight advancing blazes.
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Spokane
Wash
James
Creek
American River District
Ranspee
Grangeville
Montana
Tutte
Mort
Aus
Eoze
Lewis and Clark Coun- Wilbern
Gould
Cascade County
Harden
Xeilonstone
Wilcox
Dawson County
Idaho
Boise
American Lake
Alene
Idake
Fires Rage Across West. Hundreds Feared Dead
Aug 23 Spokane reports three bushiers of a forest force battling Sames in white pine forest near forth amid rumors nearly all perished. Taft suggests state militias. Idaho guards called. Fires subside slowly along Couer d Alene branch as crews backfire to protect towns. Idaho and Montana towns mobilize thousands to battle flames.
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Auburn
Cal
Placer County
Ond National Forest Reserve
HL. T. Power
Colfax
Fie
Tacoma
Washington, D. C
Ang
Forest Service
Missoula
Loio
Coeur - Alene
St. Regis
Saltese
Miasoula
Yellowsteane National
Troy
Fisher River
Aise
Nundreda
Fantaz
Niles
Tahet National Forest
Calforta
War Cepartment
San Francisco
Tahoe Forest
Fu. Mead
Ft Robinson
War Department
Retena
Mont
Northern Pacific
Helena
Dat
Buffalo Yeek
Sanborn Gulch
Gould
Jay Gould
Spokane
Wash
White Pine
Forth
Ermidabo
Beverly
Mass
Taft
West
Chefry
Idaho
Eardley
National Guard
Mistouls
Couer d'Alene
Wardéner
Waedmer
Feredebmin
Beaker Hill
Purchase Stirs Morocco Rumors of Angheria Region Sale
In Tangier August 23 reports claim American interests have purchased most of the Angheria country in northwest Africa. The sale, said to hold intrinsic value for capitalists, alarmed Spanish circles and could affect Mediterranean trade routes and British defenses.
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Tangier
Morocco
Africa
Mathc
Spain
Storm severeest in years in Manitowoc county
A Wisconsin storm swept across Manitowoc and surrounding areas causing extensive damage. Carl Frick’s farm lost buildings and livestock, with losses around 4000 dollars. John Ahrens’ barn and granary burned, removing poultry calves and equipment worth about 3600 dollars insured. Fred Shimonek’s home chimney was struck and rooms damaged. Telegraph and telegraph lines suffered breaks, and widespread washouts disrupted lines near Manitowoc.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Manitowoc
Carl Frick
John Ahrens
Two Rivers
Fred Shimonek
Peri Gentic
Mariel
Steensland's Funeral Attended by Swedish Officials
The funeral for Sir Haile Steensland drew representation from Sweden, Wisconsin, and Madison officials. Steensland served as Sweden’s vice consul and formerly held posts with the state authorities. Church leaders delivered the sermon as mourners gathered in Chicago.
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Madison
Maday -Anz. JA
Sweden
Wisconsin
Haile Steensland
Davideste
H. &. Hensche
Chi Misi Ea Don
Ed Tut
J. N. Ridabl
Afi Onliere
Anes Linna
Haniaie Bank of Chiear
Heavie
R Mer
Wreck injures thirteen in Eau Claire incident
A wrecking accident near Eau Claire sent thirteen people to receive injuries. Details indicate a car attached to the wrecking train was involved in the incident and transported away for treatment.
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Eau Claire
Arkansas adopts three cent passenger rate after September
Associated Press reports that after September all passenger travel in Arkansas will cost three cents per mile. Railways had agreed to a trial rate of two and a half cents per mile. The plan aims to test reduced fares across the state.
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Associated Press
Little Rock
Ark
Arkansas
Taft Peace Declared as Roosevelt Campaign Moves
Roosevelt and Taft era fight dominates New York state politics as Vice President Sherman greets crowds in Watertown while Roosevelt tours Albany and Nassau County amid campaign plans. Roosevelt signals no comment on Taft letter and vows to press to the convention.
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Ey Aveccistad Press
Watertown
Roosevelt
Brnta Republic
Chsimnan Griscom
Port Loeh
Nassau County
Saramza
Stary
Taft
Wew
ER Bay
Throwsie
Metoy
Rte Co
Lioyd Griscom
New York
Grand Central Dept
Ted Mitt Park
Utica
Herkimer
Oneide
Robinson
Mohawk
Herkimer County
Douglas G Ullea
Midair
Cheveron
Fire destroys barns near Chilton farmstead
Special to The Northwestern reports a large barn fire at Peter Lochweiz's farm ten miles from Chilton Wisconsin. Lightning caused the blaze, destroying two seasons' crops and part of another, with an estimated loss of about 8000 dollars. A rumor of a prior conflagration in Oshkosh and Chilton last night is dismissed.
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Chilton
Wic
Peter Lochweiz
Oshkosh
Green Bay Man Henry Waggser Kills Wife After Bond Expiry
Milwaukee dispatch reports Henry Waggser of Green Bay shot and killed his wife Sunday night in Milwaukee after previously being bound over to keep the peace for six months. He had been arrested February 18 on a complaint from his wife and baby driven from their home into the cold. The bond expired August 15 and Waggser waited until then to commit the fatal act.
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Northwestern
Milwaukee
Win
Green Bar
Henry Waggser
Trainmen in Court Over Grand Larceny Case Involving Railroad Theft
Twelve railroad workers facing grand larceny charges in Hortonville were adjourned for a September 7 preliminary hearing. Attorneys Wilcox and Finch represented the Oshkosh defendants, with Henry Smith, former clerk and baggage master, expected to testify. The case centers on alleged thefts from the Northwestern Railroad Company, with several defendants claiming Smith misrepresented items they purchased.
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Tin Northwestern
Apmleton
Wis
Aus
Northwestern
Hortonville
de i Fendants
Wilcox & Whlcox, Appleton
Earl P. Finch
Oshkosh
George Strum
John 1
Clintonville
George Brewster
Kaukausa
Herman Poppe
Henry Smith
James Walsh
Smith
Jit
Itate
Congressman Sibley Arrested in Voter Debauchery Conspiracy
Joseph C. Sibley a Warren county manufacturer and former congressman faced arrest on a conspiracy to debauch voters charge along with Frank Tr Taylor and three other prominent Twenty eighth district figures. He was released on his own recognizance and scheduled to appear August 26.
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Associated Press
Franklin, Ps
Aus
Joseph C. Sibley
de Banch
Sibler
Justice Perty
Warren
Walter Faice
Paise
Sibley
Frank Tr. Taylor
Core Fendant
Joe
Justice of the Peace
Perry
Ther Ara
Ties Crandall
D. M. Howard
SEWALL E BETH DEAD Special to The North West
Sewall E Beth died today at age 26 1577 he was born in Wisconsin Racine to parents and had siblings John and Yo will be held from First Methodist church Thursday afternoon at 2 o clock burial end of services set for August 25 at town funeral details unavailable.
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Ee Ee Weth
Poe
Suir
Wisconsin Gg
Racine
Beth
John
First Methodist
O'Ciock
Seattle bandit known to Seattle maritime men
A French West bandit linked to the Buckman steamship hold up is identified by Seattle mariners as a member of Puget Sound harbor number 15. He joined the American Association of Munsters Mates and Pilots two years ago and claimed to be a shipper mate on the Président. Secretary Patrick Mullen notes West has no Seattle relatives and suspects his home was in Chicago.
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Asociatea Press
French West
Buckman
Seattle
Puget Sound Harbor
American Association of Munsters
Patrick Mullen
West
Mullen
Chicago
Statue Replica Dedication Honors Washington in France
A bronze replica of Houdon’s Washington statue, gifted by Virginia, was unveiled in the French republic’s Versailles area. The ceremony, before French officials including General Brun and Monsieur Jusserand, featured American ambassador Mr. Bacon and his wife Mrs. Bacon, marking a notable Franco American tribute.
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Versailles
Aus
Napoleon Pall
Chaison
General Brun
United States
Monsieur Jusserand
Rebere Bacon
Lightning damages St John’s Church tower in Menasha
The St John’s Parish church tower at Fifth and Depere streets Menasha Wisconsin was struck by lightning during a storm causing about 500 dollars in damage. The bolt traveled into the interior wrecking the electric light system as timbers and other structure were thrown to the ground. Officials could not yet estimate total loss. Nearby incidents included destruction of a telephone line at Broad and Racine streets and other lightning strikes across the city. Other items note a local funeral, political meeting, court appearance, and a band concert postponement due to weather.
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Menasha. Wis
St. John’s
Fifth
Depere Streets
Kurzejica
Northwestern
Broad
Streites
Mrandirs
Norman Ager
Main Strett
Twin City
Armory
Dresers
FE. R. Hicks
Mellerich
Dehkosh
S. A. Cook
United States Senate
Fitehmil Rrows
Deral
Ohare
Justice Stein
Nehecras
Nual
Nwon
AgMeren
Seen
Sared
Kivepfel
Milwauk
Chicago
Not to Visit United States But Trip Foretold
An ambiguous notice mentions Everlin Aux and Frederick Vi planning a voyage to the far east and Pacific Ocean. It notes a November start and references Count von Bipmarck-Rohien and an unofficial arrangement involving a prince, with a British government inquiry already in progress.
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Everlin
Aux
Frederick Vi
United States
Far East
Pacific Ocean
Tour
Count von Bipmarck-Rohien
Amberlain
Croen
Gaynor Set To Leave Bed For Short Outing
AAP reports Mayor Gaynor plans a brief outing today following recovery progress from his illness. Doctors indicate he has reached a stage where his attending physicians did not remain with him overnight, signaling continued cautious improvement.
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Associated Press
New York
Maryor Garnor
Portugal Stays Loyal as Vatican Talks Continue
Rome Aug 2 The pope met Count de La Goaca Portugal's new chargé d affaires awaiting a new ambassador after the death of Senior Martins d Añas. Lisbon delays in naming a successor amid Vatican relations and embassy tensions. The Portuguese government seeks smooth ties, while a Frisian paper suppression and archbishop actions add to the diplomatic strain.
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Associated Press
Rome
Count de la Goaca
Martins 'D'Anias
Lihson
Vatican
de Hiera
Portugal
Brass
Pornat
Porin
Fire destroys property at Curitas farm in Wisconsin
Special to The Northwestern Miwackees from Facine Wisconsin reports an explosion and fire at the Curitas farm. Property valued at about 400 dollars was destroyed and three Rasmussen children narrowly escaped fatal burns as their mother discovered flames in the cellar and roused them. The entire building and contents were destroyed.
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Wis
Facine
Wils
Curitas Farm
Charles Rasmussen Marrewly
Ygor
Rose Elethina Turmas
Gas engine for warships and naval propulsion claim
A newspaper report from Portmaeuth Aug 22 outlines an alleged experimental gas engine for ships. It mentions internal combustion propulsion and reactor ideas, with vague references to gunboats and naval use. The fragmentary item suggests a near term test or result but provides few concrete details or verifiable claims.
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Aseachuael Press
Portmaeuth
Eng
Naval
Heer
Storm Strikes Adventists Camp Meeting Night
A storm hit a local Adventist camp meeting causing disarray as campers and organizers scrambled to secure gear and shelter. Officials report minor injuries and structural concerns but no serious casualties were recorded.
Hibernians Open State Convention in Milwaukee
The state convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians opened at St Patrick's church with a high mass today in Milwaukee. A banquet for five hundred is planned for tomorrow evening.
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State Convention of Ancient Order
Wich
Maes
Milwaukee
Janesville
Ancient Order of Hibernians
St. Patrick's Church
Estrada Sways Nicaragua as Madriz Fugitives Escapade
Reports say Gen. Juan J. Estrada gains presidency after Madriz defeats. Madriz flees by gunboat Monotombe to Corinto with officers, heading toward Amapala Honduras. Abduction of Madriz backstory and chaotic capital scenes noted as Estada faction expands control.
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Managua
Madriz
Estrada
Iris
Corinto
Crouz
Toledo
Valdez
Lark
Chavrarria
Chavez
Perodoma
Juliana Irias
Amapata
Honduras
Jose Dolores Estada
Dahlman Leads Omaha in State Governor Wards
Complete returns from all counties show Mayor Dahlman of Omaha leading Governor Shallenberg by about two percent for the Democratic nomination. City canvass in Omaha and a statewide recount request are reported, with supporters seeking to count Populist votes misallocated to the Democratic tally.
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Associated Press
Eeraahay Ned
Dahlman
Omaha
Shallenberg
Shaltenberg
Weather favors races at Empire City track opening day
Warm sunny weather with a dry tack forecast for the opening of the seven day Grand Circuit meet at Empire City track. The matron Futurity Stakes headlines the card with entrants including Native Belle and Colorado E among others, with big stake events scheduled daily.
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Sy Associated Press
York
Empire City Track
Colorado
Robbers plead guilty in California hold-up case
Charles Dunbar Bishop and Joseph C. Brown pleaded guilty to a China-Japan steamship hold up near Goodmar, California, after confessing to the crime. The case, tied to a late August incident, outlines their admission of guilt and forthcoming sentencing.
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Associated Press
Vaio
Cal
Charles Dunbar Bishop
Joseph C. Brown
Goodmrar
Incans and Fda Lacich Game Called Off
Game for the best of the series between the Incans and Fda Lacich was postponed due to wet grounds this afternoon. Local officials say the event will be rescheduled later in the season.
Fish Denies Rumor Of Restoration To Road Presidency
Associated Press reports Stuyvesant Fish denies a circulating rumor that he will be restored to the presidency of a central road line, following his deposition by the late EH Harriman. The rumor had become current today.
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Associated Press
Stuyvesant Fish
EH. Harriman
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