Chicago Fire At L Fish Furniture Store Kills Several
A devastating blaze at the L Fish Furniture Company store on Wabash Avenue in Chicago resulted from an explosion of benzine cans. Dozens of workers, mostly young women, were trapped on upper floors and many perished by falling or internal injuries. Firemen faced delays and blame flew over slow response. several survivors and rescuers were injured. The tragedy prompted investigation into building safety and emergency readiness.
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L. Fish Furniture Company
Wabash Avenue
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Rchem
Emma Lichtenstein
Veronica McGrath
Trent
Tralde
Gertrude Quinn
Lilian Sullivan
Mary Wartio
Hannah Burden
Rosie Stucke
Echel Andersen
Henry M. Mitchell
Sigmund Fish
Miner W. Bell
Bert St. Claire
William Green
John Schmidt
William Peter&on
Ierasy
Sedeo
Yvonne Fern
William S. Kinsley
St. Like’s Hospital
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Jane
Miss Lichtenstein
Kinsler
Isaae Fish
Fish Furs Niiure Company
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Simon Fish
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Lea Steerkl
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J. W. Butfur
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Telephone Company
Alf Tennison
Indictments Hit Pittsburg City Council Members
Thirty-one current and former Pittsburg council members were indicted by the grand jury. The body also issued a twenty page presentment alleging graft and large bribe sums, naming William Brand Hugh Ferguson and Charles Stewart among those charged.
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Pittsburg
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Wiliam Brand
Ifugh Ferguson
Charles Stewart
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Brandly
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Wart
The Extrasizer Promises Unreal Body Builds
The piece mocks fad health lies in physical culture magazines that claim quick results from short workouts and gadgets. It ridicules sensational claims and warns against chasing extreme, unhealthy body images.
Taft’s Busy Visit to New York City
President Taft made a hurried trip to New York City on March 25. He spoke to crowds, received callers, and toured sights between speeches and official duties. He dined with the American Arbitration League leaders, continuing his active schedule during the visit.
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Arbitration League
Bull Banks
Committee Ratified As House Forms Rules Committee
A largely party line vote approved a six Republican four Democrat Rules Committee. Members named include Cartier New Hampshire, Waltell Pennsylvania, Smith Iowa, Boutell Illinois, Lawrence Massachusetts, Passett New York, Smith California, Underwood Alabama, and FitzGerald Missouri. Democrats then elected four minority members: Mark Missouri, Underwood Alabama, Lincoln Dixon Indiana, and Fitzgerald New York. The session showed limited opposition and a subdued contest over FitzGerald’s position.
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Alex Cartier
New Mampshire
Waltell
Pennsylvania
Walter J. Smith
Iuwa
Boutell
Ilinois
Law
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Enlarged Committee On Rules
House
Champ Mark
Missouri
Tnderwood
Alabama
Lincoln Dixon
Indiana
John J. Fitzgerald
New York
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remains of Isaac Bradley recovered from Lake Poy
The remains of Isaac Bradley, a pioneer hunter from Omre, were found near Lake Poy after a fall hunt. He disappeared during a storm while ice fishing and was identified by clothing. The body was recovered frozen in the lake and brought to Onire after initial discovery by Ruinard Clark near this village.
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Isane Bradley
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Ivaly
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Onire
Man Loses Arm In Shredder Incident At Mill
An accident at a Wisconsin mill leaves Clark with a severed left arm after a shredder grabbed him. His brother-in-law and a state veterinarian figure in the incident as workers attempt to stop the machine and free him.
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Merchants report strong demand fueled by good weather
Dispatches to Dias Review indicate that the movement of reasonable merchandise is well up in the normal demand at peak, being stimulated by exceptionally favorable weather at most points.
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Italians Held for Trial in Caruso Extortion Case
Antonio Cincutta and Antoni Misano, Italian nationals, indicted in Brooklyn for attempting to extort $15,000 from Enrico Caruso. Both pleaded not guilty on March 22 at the county court. Bail set at $5,000 to $9,000. Tudor Fawcett noted the defendants planned to leave jurisdiction.
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Antoni Misano
Enrico Caruso
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Fire Near Thunder Lake Threatens Northern Wisconsin Camp
Special to The Northwestern reports a forest fire from Thunder Lake that swept toward High Falls threatening a hydroelectric camp on the Peshtigo river. President Frank Vt Jonsson of Oshkosh and a Green Bay Marinette business party aided in fire fighting as winds drove flames through Oconto and Marinette counties.
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Thunder Lake
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Hyure Electre Company
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Unitairity
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Alaska War Form of Government Debate Intensifies
Alaska figures Hagath and Wickersham clash before a House committee on territorial government. They spar over Was friendly in the efforts of the Gungenhelm-Morgan scheme and the proper form of Alaska’s government as winter tensions remain unresolved. The committee plans to resume hearings at its next meeting.
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Shursh
Vernor Hagath
Ajaeia
Iretega Wickersham
House Committee On
Alaska
Welegata Wickershaw
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Notable Plea By NY Agent In Rebating Case
An Associated Press report from New York states a mid level agent for Halland on Onee pleaded guilty to receiving rebates from the Wabash and the Central Vermont Railways in violation of the Hepburn Act. Judge Sage Holt imposed a fine of 326 dollars in the case.
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French Senate Concurs on Protocols and Provisions
The Senate agrees with steps in the adoption of proposals linked to international regulations. It contemplates actions to create or enforce an arrangement involving foreign entities and internal governance measures. The report references ongoing discussions and proposed amendments to settle internal and external issues.
Brewers Strike Affects Appleton Meash and Neenah
Wisconsin grazing reports show strike action by several breweries in Neenah and Appleton as workers walk out over higher wages and longer hours. Meash and Menasha firms including Walker Brewing and George Walter Company halt operations with talks planned to resolve demands. The Neenah band and local regimental contingents are slated for a joint appearance if labor actions ease.
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Walker Hreying Company
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Subside Lobby Probe and Senate Clash Over Irrigation Bill
The judiciary committee will investigate lobby influence on Congress amid charges of attempted pressure for ship and irrigation projects. Senators Warren and Heyburn clashed over a surplus water sale bill, Heyburn denouncing dictation and urging restraint as debate continued on irrigation legislation.
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Insurgent Movements and Naval Actions Reported Abroad
An array of fragmented notes describes insurgent activity and military movements. Reports mention Captain Godfrey Fowler and American forces, uprisings in Granada, and arms or cannery-related actions. Widespread notes reference Madriz government gains and troop movements toward Greytown with assessments of further possible advances.
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Nicaragua
Liberia on map as US weighs aid and reforms
The American Commission to Liberia reports Liberian stability faces internal and tribal tensions while external powers press for influence. It urges the United States to expand aid, assume debt guarantees, reform finances, establish police, and consider a naval coaling station, arguing Liberia remains viable and not bankrupt.
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Sues Her Successor in Turbulent Divorce Case
A messy clipping notes Hailie Dinwoody Code divorcing wife Louise Cotermentate and alleging feuds with Howard Goode in Kansas Commerce matters. The piece mixes court actions with scattered reflections on Messina and urban destruction, citing Boston Transcript style commentary on New York and San Francisco.
Molten lava eruption devastates homes and lives
A volcanic flow and lava surge devastate communities as PNA streams erupt, destroying multiple homes and causing deaths and injuries. Officials warn of continuing danger as affected areas evacuate.
Etna Eruption Forms Four New Craters and Lava River
An official report details Mount Etna forming four new craters near Cavellazzo and a lava river nine miles long advancing toward Korreto. Thousands flee as incandescent lava floods fields and orchards. Troops and volunteers aid distressed districts while King Victor Emmanuel and Premier Sonnino pledge relief efforts.
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Stand Pat In Philadelphia Street Strike Talks
Report says the Philadelphia street car strike remains largely unchanged as unions refuse concessions and carriers reiterate their terms. Peace conferences show no immediate progress while the joint scale committee from Ohio Indiana and western Pennsylvania adjourns to report on next steps.
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Ohio
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Western Parnasivania
Oneen
Untitled fragment hints at a fatal shooting and debt theme
A fragmented report references a fifty something man named Henry Gerdas born crippled who was shot and killed. The text blurs with stray phrases about a world owing debts and a venture as a cryptic aside.
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Marek Fue
Henry Gerdas
Ratterow
Karen
Weather Outlook for Easter Weekend in Wisconsin
Forecast notes a sunny Easter vibe with a warm trend and a cooler edge in the far east. Text hints at March conditions, temperatures, and local observations, though details are fragmented and partially unreadable.
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