Balloon disaster ends in German aerial tragedy
Luftschiff Erbsloek explodes during a test flight near Elberfeld, killing inventor Oscar Erbsloek and four crew members, including engineer Kranz and motorman Spicke. The non rigid balloon Berlin, built for passenger service, burst from a benzine tank explosion as fog shrouded the ascent.
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Associated Press
Leichbergen
Benzine
Oscar Esbsloeh
Erbsleeb
St Louis
Herr Tetlle
Barmen
Herr Kranz
Herr Spicke
Elberfela
Optaden
Beird
Erbsleeh
Bes
Erbsloch
Count Zeppe
Ewart Rolis
Oscar Erbsieeh
Charles Aviator
Oscar Erbsied
Herr Tocle
Maneturer Oof
Yanz
Heeps Motorman
Spicke
Unclear Object Falls From Clouds Over Opladen
A fog bank over the village of Opladen hid the Erbdsloeh from view for about thirty minutes. It then reappeared as peasants looked up to witness a cannon like report and a shapeless mass descending from the sky.
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Opladen
Parliament approves wireless equipment bill for ships
The British House of Commons passed a bill requiring all passenger vessels entering or leaving British ports to install wireless systems. Ships must be able to receive and transmit signals up to 100 miles. A 35000 pound penalty is set for noncompliance.
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Associated Press
London
Edward Sassoon
House of Commons
La Follette May Skip Reelection If Primary Fails
Milwaukee reports quote J Crownheart La Follette campaign manager saying the senator will retire from the race if the court decision blocks his candidacy. He will accept the people’s judgment at the September primary and will not run in the legislature race if not endorsed.
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Milwaukee
la Follette
Alwaye
Crow
la Folette
Primar
Wisconsin state fair contracts and new speed bars discussed
The Northwestern reports the Wisconsin state board of agriculture closing a contract for an automobile and aeroplane display at the state fair park. A hearing will determine work resumption and 32 stenographic applicants for state service are noted, with nine passing.
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Madison
Wis
Agricul
State Fair Park
Karherin Romansky
Woman Lectures at Midwest Photographers Meeting
Milwaukee hosts the morning session of the Photographers Association of America convention featuring Lena McCauley of Chicago giving a lecture on women and photography. Speakers Ryland Philips Dudley Hoxt William Shewell Ellis and Theodore Endean discussed technical topics while George W. Stevens of Toledo presented an art talk.
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Milwaukee
Elks Elect Grand Officers Amid Heat Affected News
Grand officers of the Elks were elected in Detroit with James H. Kelly named grand esteemed leading knight. Other officers include KL M. Tallahassee and Charles C. Schmidt. Simon Friedburg of Cleveland was reported dead then later condition improved though still in danger. A crowd of 25 900 witnessed team drills at Belle Isle with Gatle Creek Michigan taking first prize and Los Angeles second.
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Mich
Grand Fudge
Tod
James H. Kelly
New Haven
Conn
Ned Loral
KL M. i
Cleveland
Buffalo
Elks
Aews
Belle Isle
Gatle Creek
Los Angeles
Los Necivs
Atkin
Denver
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Sese E. H. Clifford
Battle Creek
New Trial for Bankers Ordered by Circuit Court of Appeals
Cincinnati officials report an appeal from J. S. Prettyman banker and Jacob Er merchants of Dresden Ohio after six year sentences in Fort Leavenworth for allegedly conspiring to loan 75 000 of National Bank funds in 1906 to an insolvent concern.
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Cincinnati
States Circuit Court
J. S. Prettyman
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Dresden
Fort Leaveaworth
National Bank of
Open Golf Tournament Details and Notable Players
The article notes the Open Golf Tournament with entries from the Western Golf Association. Prominent figures include Rt Gardner, Albert Seckel the intercollegiate champion, Frazer Hale the field champion, and players C. Ek, Devel, W. A. Langford, and J. Ro MeNuity.
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Associated Press
Western Golf Association
Rt Gardner
Albert Seckel
Frazer Hale
C. Ek. Devel
W. A. Langford
J. Ro
La Crosse Favored In State Golf Meet Qualifiers
A La Crosse Journal report says eight players began the state golf tournament qualifying in La Crosse with the La Crosse club favored after a strong Yale trophy showing. Four players finished bogey after the regular five, and sixteen players will vie for the championship and flights for the presidents and Edges Cup. Contenders include FL Jacobs of Madison JK Kenosha Wrath of Fond du Lac Allis of Milwaukee and J M Hixon of La Crosse. Conditions are ideal.
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Wrath
Fond du Allis
J. M. Hixon
Unclear Text Fragment Hints Possible Name Johnson
Readable lines indicate Des Moines and January references with mention of Jimy and Golch amid unclear phrasing and a declared stance not to fight Johnson. No coherent event or outcome is evident from the fragment.
Suspension of Recent Rates Reported by Press
Washington July 12 The Associated Press notes a suspension of recent oral advances in the textile market. The interchain groups proposed rate changes are under review pending further inquiry into the pricing practices and fairness of the rate structure.
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Washington, D. C
Tersiate
Corporations Paid Taxes Special to The Northwesterm
In Madison Wisconsin a report notes corporations met their tax obligations, indicating compliance by business entities. The item underscores state and local revenue efforts and the fiscal role of corporations in the era.
Ship Many Cars QF Fruit
AP dispatch reports erratic shipments of fruit and cars between Canada and the United States. Mentions patched shipments and damaged pears, noting a figure of four pounds of fruit per car in certain consignments.
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Canada
United States
Uncle Sam Sells Vessel
A terse note reports a government action to sell a vessel by morning, with initials and location hints indicating Washington DC proceedings and a timing window around 3 am.
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Uncle Sam
Trainmen Vote Strike Officials Say Big Majority
Trainmen vote is reported as a strike action with officials claiming a large majority in favor. Details on rail line impact and timing are limited in the readable text.
Funeral cost for King Edward massive in estimate
Finance today shows an elaborate funeral for King Edward costing the nation 262 and that figure appears in a supplementary estimate.
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Br Associated Press
Edward
Governor addresses meeting at annual convention
The report describes Governor Eberhart of Minnesota speaking at the annual convention in St. Paul. He discusses improved systems and cheaper freight transport as a goal, noting policy directions and the administration's stance on logistics and infrastructure.
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St. Paul
Mies
Sesston
Eberhart
Vannipal Uevernor
Girl Avenges Murder in New Orleans Saloon Attack
A Sicilian immigrant, identified as Spennazzie, shot and killed the saloon keeper Manzella and wounded another man after a mob demanded money. A Haitian customer alerted authorities as the assailant fired repeatedly at the store on St Philip and Decatur streets. The girl, said to be the victim's daughter, witnessed her father’s slaying and later saw the killer shot. The incident follows threats from a Black Hand faction.
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Ston An Hatian
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Fred Oung
Ussenpe Spennazzie
Sicily
Taft preps for tariff commission report
Taft plans to summon H Co. Emery of the tariff commission upon return from abroad after an exhaustive production cost inquiry. The president backs scientific tariff bases and aims to make the commission's work a campaign focus with Reynolds still in Europe and a September return possible.
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Associated Press
Baverly
Mass
Maine
Taft
H_ Co
Emery
Tariff Commission
James Ib. Reynolds
Kommissia
Europe
Investigators Probe Charges at Colored Children Farm Institute
A humane society report details investigation into conditions at a farm institution for colored children. The inquiry follows requests by the society and cites concerns over care and management at the facility.
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Ft Humane Society
Clayton Sut Iit
Negroes Hold Conference At Agricultural Institute Meeting
An annual conference of the institute opened with two days of sessions. Discussions covered contributions of Black farmers and the race’s progress. Details on programs and speakers were presented as part of the institute’s event.
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Iotar and Agricultural Institut
Iast
Negra
Arnepaser
Inamues
Dentists Meet in Ashland for Wisconsin Convention
Dentists from Ashland and other states attended a fortieth Wisconsin meeting in Ashland. The gathering featured technical papers and a dinner hosted at Bear Island after formal sessions.
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Ashland
Wisconsi Trent
Todarowne
Bear Island
Machine Shop Burns in Milwaukee Area Fire
A Milwaukee area fire damaged Globe Foundry Sha Machiners company last night. Insurance covers the loss as investigators assess the blaze in the damaged pier facility.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Shehosgar
Globe Foundry Sha Machiners Company
Insuran
Republican State Convention Set for October 6 in Boston
The Republican State convention will be held on Thursday October 6 at Tremont Temple Boston. The notice comes from the Associated Press in Boston Massachusetts.
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Boston
Mass
Tremont Temple
Indictment Filed Against Insurance Men in Rock Island
A Rock Island jury indicted several insurance men in a case reported today. Names were suppressed by the court pending bail arrangements. The report notes some men would prefer bluffing to facing the truth.
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Thiriesame
Iourt
Man Kills Woman then Takes Own Life in Iowa
In Qonavna Iowa July police report John Kratz shot and killed Agnes McCoy after which he died by suicide. Authorities say Kratz, driven by infatuation, pursued the McCoy woman who reportedly resented his attention.
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Qonavna
John Kratz
Agnes McCoy
Tate
Kratz
McCoy
Reform in Cities and Home Rule Debate at Convention
Report of the Wisconsin municipal reform debate as ex-District Attorney Francis E. McGovern argues for home rule for cities. He cites misgovernment and corruption, urging direct legislation tools like referendum and recall, and notes varied reactions from Milwaukee and other speakers at the Elks Club meeting.
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Egil
Eet
Simmons
Supertywaukee Electric Railwa Company
Milwaukee Pavements
J. C. McCullough
Fund du Lac
Waup
Meegovern
Francis E. McGovern
Milwaukee
League of Wisconsin
Elks’ Club
Bmecgovern
America
James Bry
United States
Henry Smithaker
McGaveern
C. Jenn
Astaneo
Diplomats discuss dispute amid efforts at amicable settlement
In Washington DC Acting Secretary of State Hoxington presides over talks on a border dispute involving Peru and Bevedar. Ambassadors from three negotiating powers pursue a peaceful settlement through formal discussions and diplomatic engagement.
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Peru
Prasat
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Wake Superior District Swedish Epworth Opens Convention
Milwaukee July 13. Special to The Northwestern reports a conference of the Wake Superior District of the Swedish Epworth team opened with an address by Rev. John Anderson district superintendent. Reports were read from various northern cities.
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Spectary
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Wiscon sren Camp Deonglas Rifle Team Plans
Special to Fre Xo ve reports on Wisconsin camp Deonglas and the regimental rifle team. Officers outline an offensive to capture a supposed wage train near Wilcox bridge with two regiments in support. Colonel Gruemmracher prepares to lead the effort as troops move this afternoon.
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Deonglas
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Aylward Endorses Williams in U S Primary Context
Milwaukee July 13 Aylward states he will not seek a candidacy in the Democratic primary. He endorses Burt for nomination and pledges support for Williams, noting some endorsed opponents should not face Williams and affirming alliance with Williams.
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Milwaukee
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Williams
Peterson Arrested For Theft Of Tools From Two Factories
Peter W. Peterson was arrested by Assistant Chief Arthur Gabbert on charges of stealing tools from the Banderab-Chase and Edwards-Thuig plants. He resided at 112 Ceapestret and had formerly driven for American Express. Tools from both sites were recovered and brought to police headquarters.
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Arthur Gabbert
Banderab-Chase Company
Edwards-Thiig Company
Peterson
Ceapestret
American Express Company
Feterson
Attorney Franzke Faces Contempt Charge in Wisconsin Court
A Marinette report states attorney John H. Franzke, summoned in the Schwitlag disbarment case, appeared before Judge Stevens to answer contempt charges. He claimed he believed the order invalid and that his absence was due to a civil action and political hostility in Marathon County. The judge fined him for his failure to appear.
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Marinette
John H. Franzke
Schwitlay
Stevens
Jie
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Marathon County
Sehv
Dge
Sievens
Falls TQ Death Reported In City Fire Case
A terse notice reports a death tied to a city fire incident. Officials identify incident details as part of ongoing investigation. authorities and the business department coordinated response while local agencies assess damages and cause.
Fire in a Launch Sparks Incendiary Claim
A garbled report cites a launch incident at 9AM alleging incendiary action. Officials named include Bormann and others as investigators sift through waste and pipes to determine cause.
Roosevelt enters New York campaign after conference with Hughes
Former President Roosevelt meets Governor Hughes in Sagamore Hill talks that hint he will actively support a Republican governor candidate. Col Roosevelt signals insurgent influence in California while plans for the fall campaign unfold with Pinchot and Stimson advising on insurgent strategy.
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New Rotsvelt Orsh
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M. Roosevelt
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Marshal Stimeon
Francis J. Hener
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Pinchot
Oncs Ifar Form
Hiram Johnson
Conternor
Stimsen
Beery
Harvard
Stimson
Vagrant Wins Athe Dink Race Title
Vagrant led the field to win the Ath dink race amid fog and confusion. The event concluded about one hour after start with a finish time around 1 oclock as onlookers watched the winner.
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Omnes
Cressing & Meat Tt
Reieck Sa
Local Leader Col James F Delaney Found Dead at Home
Col James F Delaney former Holyoke mayor was found dead in his bed by his wife at their home on Merritt street. His associate Charles is away on business in Eureka and expected back later today.
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Holyoke
Mass
Col
James F. Delaney
Tines
Charles
Merritt Street
Eureka Aga Witl
Wisconsin Weather Forecast Delivers Warmer Temperatures
Local observations indicate a warm spell arriving in Wisconsin with tonight and Thursday likely to be milder. Forecast calls for warmer daytime highs, with temperatures rising and conditions improving across the state.
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Eserg
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