Fire Rips Shelton Webb Hotel. Seven Bodies Recovered
Tacoma reports a blaze destroyed the Webb hotel at Shelton twenty miles from Tacoma. Fifteen victims believed dead, seven bodies recovered. Known identified: Ivy May Bailey, Miss. Pearl F Lanson, a boy driver. Dan J Hennes Bev. Miss Bailey and Mrs Mudge of Shelton among the dead. Eight or nine still unaccounted for. Hotel a three story frame building with no elevator.
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Associated Press
Tacoma
Wash
Webb
Shelton
Ivy May Bailey
Willam Holmes
Peninsular Railway Shopa
Pearl F Lanson
Mrs. Gay
Dan J. Hennes- Bev
Antwerp Fire and Labor Unrest Chronicle
Antwerp reports detail a massive lumber yard fire aided by firemen from other cities and troops, with $1,000,000 in losses. The same dispatch notes the Maritime Federation rejecting labor minister proposals to arbitrate shipping disputes and cites rioting by dock workers with widespread naval and police involvement.
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Antwerp
Maritime Federation
Brussels
Ghent
Date of Borah trial set for September 23
Boise Idaho Sept 5 The date of the beginning of United States Senator Borah's trial is September 23. He is charged with conspiring to defraud the federal government by securing illegal entry of timber stands. The indictment returned last April names Borah and others including Frank Martin Idaho attorney general under Governor Steunenberg and Barber Lumber stockholders. The case alleges unlawful conspiracy to defraud the United States by fraudulent entry of timber land in Bolte county Idaho with separate trials for Borah.
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Sy Associated Press
Boise
Idaho
United States
Borah
Wiliam E. Borah
Frank Martin
Bolte County
Benater Barah
Rich Iron Vein Found Near Cale Hide Wisconsin
Report from Speriat North-westerns area details a rich iron ore vein discovery near Cale Hide, about miles away. Investor Hagen Zewmerman of Cincinnati, father of the duchess of Manchester, backs the exploratory work and predicts ore at depths up to several hundred feet. The copper funds and bond talk circulate, but officials refuse to comment for publication.
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Speriat
Iheaukes
Wis
Maurette Sare
Cale Hide
Hagen Zewmerman
Cincinnat
Duchese
Manchester
Wreckers Make Mistake At Night on Prore & Chie
In a late edition report, train wreckers at the Prore and Chie line cause confusion. The scene mentions carts and scraps of damage, with sparse, garbled details about crews and outcomes. Names and precise actions are unclear due to fractured OCR.
Fast freight derailment near Youghiogheny River
A fast freight express bound for Philadelphia and New York derailed after a bit engine struck a drained spike rail. The engine and twelve cars left the track, five overturning. the tank lay in the Youghiogheny River thirty to forty feet below the eastbound line. The fireman and engineer escaped uninjured. Westbound traffic resumed at midnight. eastbound remained closed until noon today.
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Philadelphia
New York
Neenah City Council tackles police reforms and dog tax
Neenah Wisconsin Sept 5 special to Northwestern reports a city council meeting focused on policing reform and enforcement. Alderman Haertl notes police fail to report to officials and urges change while addressing a low dog license sales and sidewalk bicycle enforcement. An order to bar moving picture shows on Sundays is approved. The board also accepts a sewer contract and outlines street sewer work.
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Northwestern
Neenah
Wis
FP. I. Haertl
Police and Health
Merchants‘ Citrien
Wisconsin
Merchants’ Association
Haertl
Jagereon
Nefe
C. D. Cleveland, Jr
F. A. Leavens
Police and Health Committee
George Jagerson
Board of Public Works
Frank Lamb
Center Street
Abbey Avenue
Island
O. W. Jones
Maintreet
Fourth Ward
East Duty Avenue
Second Ward
Elmer Christensen
Inderhii
Rerrain
Louis Eisnach
Chicago
Thomas Hanks
Wil Hares
Eleanor
San Antonio
Tex
Bans Jensen
Tustin
Peter Gersen
W. C. Wing
Portland
Ore
Mirs
August Jacobs
Reedsville
Waupaca County
William Holst
Pratherd
Minn
Sirdde
Louis Sware
Minneap
Charlee Schultz
Wausau
Games Ferruson
Clarence van Sirke
Vistors
Railways Pay Taxes Boost State Treasury Amount
Special to The Northwest News reports railways have paid taxes over recent dates, increasing state treasury funds by 18 14 PT. The Northwest Line paid a single check of 462 which affected the January assessment. Taxes paid by St Paul roads totaled 06 600 23, with other carriers such as Chicago & Lake Superior, Northern Pacific, and Great Northern listed with specific sums. Payments cover August taxes and reflect annual figures since February.
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St Paul
Chicago & Lake Superior
Treat Northern
Lake Superior
Northern Pacife
Wiecmean Central
Taliroite
Ex-Consul Dies by Own Action in Missouri
A former consul identified as EA Pees Bokngtiea Thoo died by self-inflicted means in Memeleigh County. The deceased, aged twenty five, faced unclear circumstances surrounding his death and the inquest will review the case. The report notes the individual was previously a consul. Details remain scarce as families request privacy.
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Jansp
Memeleigh
Watson & Co Brokers Fail Amid Market Turmoil
New York September 5 Watson & Co grain and commission brokers fail with W Frank Newell named receiver. The firm operated branches in Duluth Hot Springs Winnipeg Minneapolis and had strong ties to Great Northern and Northern Pacific stocks. The collapse follows anticipated weakness on rumors of insolvency and comes after past acquisitions of John H M Co and C G Gates Co.
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Associated Press
New York
Watson & Co. Grain and Commission
New York Stock Exchange
Northwestern Railway
Lewis T.watson
The
Stock Exchange Mende
Henry P. Watson
H. W. Jones
G. E. Anderson
Duluth
Hot Sprigs
Minneapolis
Winnipeg
W. Frank Newell
Watson & Co
H. V. Jones
Stock Exchange
Bert
Fhe
Mecountin
John H. m & Co, Am
Ace
C G, Gates & Co
Auto stampedes cattle near Green Bay injures boy
Milwaukee Wis Sept 5 A Wisconsin special from Green Bay says while driving a herd of cattle to his father's farm a boy from the town of Prable was caught in a stall and trampled. He was found by his father with his right leg broken in two places between the knee and the ankle as the cattle stampeded. The horse and cart spooked the herd and the boy was run over in the scramble to safety.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Green Bay
van Yeck
Prable
John Var
Peragreee
Hie Eco Jm
Staralxs
Fond du Lac Wedding Ceremony Blessed Union
An early 20th century Fond du Lac wedding record notes the marriage at the bride’s home with surrounding family present. The ceremony featured attendants and was followed by a reception. local relatives and neighbors joined the celebration, reflecting community ties and shared customs of the era.
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Fond du i
Fannie M. Givers
Reameee
Foom
Givens
Jehde
Yeont
Welaeti
Ormere
Po Herod
Fred A. iLittie
Frances Perkita
Daysie Jenkvny and Hajen Givens Bride in Town Ceremony
A wedding ceremony united Daysie Jenkvny and Miss Hajen Givens with the bride in white embroidered lace. An arm bouquet of bridal roses complemented the attire. After a reception and wedding supper, the couple planned a 10 oclock trip to Stinnear before returning to 582 South Main Street amid town guests from Saeo City to Oshkosh.
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Geore Marley
Miriam Pettins
Saeo City
Frank
Misab Bessie
Larrabee
McGregor
Vigilant
Anna
Henry Gerpheider
David S. Wegg
AS 'Laffey
Edward Heistery
F. E. Wattle
A‘ Medberry
Fannie
Alma
Medberry
Fie Bemus
Dorothy Bemis
Rat Brainerd
Oshkoshy
Hilda Mailér
Rather
Milwaukee
Mise Daxiley Jenkyns
Neenahy Max
T. R. Moore
de Pere
Plant Saved Ohey Enea Faces City Meeting Costs
MenashaWis Sep 5 After a Sear operation the municipal printing plant faces cost scrutiny by local business leaders comparing operating expenses under city ownership to Wisconsin Traction Light Heat and Power company ownership An electrician estimated loss near 1200 annually if the city runs the plant itself He cautioned higher costs and future burdens The same week a library project contract was awarded to Keashey Mote Co of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania for a roof of reinforced cement The German Society annual meeting is set for Menasha Hall with officers and members listed Local residents include Hattie Northrop Rowne Masten and Dr Ts O Canney with plans for community events and a girls club fundraiser.
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Menasha
Wis
Wisconsin Traction Light, Heat and Power Company
Fastalied
Ogis Bon
Trary
Keashey & Mote Tea Company
Agibeys Pennsylvania
Uslesion
Germana Sacety
Geremenia Hall
Meadamening
Lares
Atta Roethe
Mies
Hattie Northrop
Menacha Wbrars
Rowne Masten
Hivags
E. Poerce
Tosph Covie Siete
Greer Bay
Vest Tay
Frank Mr
Kerme
Mike Pree
Oa vLit
Obatta
Acai
Man's Foresters
Ahleppyee
Buffalo Erects Marble Obelisk to McKinley Memorial
Buffalo marks a grand marble obelisk sixty to eighty-six feet tall at Niagara Square to honor President McKinley. The state of New York funded the monument, with inscriptions detailing McKinley’s life from Ohio birth to presidency and death.
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Willie
Buffalo
William McKinley
State of New York
Niagara Square
Niagara
Court Streets
Dela- Ware Avenue
Steeer
New York
Hiram McKinley
United States of America
United States
William McKirkey
Victin
Aesarsin
Butt Water
HM. Rutter
Geores Fo Matthias
Puffle
John G. Mileura
New Fork
Parlais
McHinkey
FE. A. Curtizat
Wim
Ack Alen
Pfurler
Asee
Fragmented Chorus Scene at Grand Opera Night
An obscure excerpt describes a chorus at a grand opera gathering with mentions of Wade Relat and Peregrine, hinting at performances and a dramatic social scene. It references a woman who never pretends to be young until she begins to feel observed and pressured.
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Wade
Evenine Rae
Peregrine
Abe
Guilty Plea in Assault Case Fines Charged
Charles Mueller Pose pleaded guilty in municipal court to assault and battery and paid a $10 fine plus costs rather than thirty days in the workhouse. The complainant was his cousin Misa Murripple. A separate trial of Lewis Tytriver for assault and battery was postponed after he demanded a jury, with Robert Nintsel listed as complainant and attorney Garl B. Tiach representing Tytriver.
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Charles Mueller
Mueller
Misa Murripple
Lewis Tytriver
Asault
Gees
Robert Nintsel
Trriver
Garl B. Tiach
New York Transit Firm Declares Regular Dividend
Directora of the Trierborough Metropolitan, holding company of New York surface elevated and subway traction firms, announces the regular quarterly dividend on its preferred stock. Previous quarters paid 1 percent. The board meeting drew attention amid a pending investigation by the police service commission.
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Go Associated Preas.y
New York
Trierborough Mectropolitan
New York City
Surface
Elevated
Subway
Paca
Pullte S Ruice Commission
No Contest In Election Exhibits Language Shift Plan
A lodge report describes uncodified election ritual printing in German for use by chapters in eastern regions. Officials note a dean and officers with no opposition and specify forthcoming appointments and ceremonial duties, along with continuing constitutional revisions and organizational needs.
Hunters Seek Insane Man in Farm Panic
Report describes a manhunt as farmers panic after a supposed attack or threat. Authorities pursue a suspect amid tensions on rural farms, with a notable incident involving livestock and a disrupted routine. Further details are unclear in the fragment.
Hughes Finds Moral At The Dedication Of McKinley Monument
Governor Hughes delivers the keynote at the Buffalo McKinley monument dedication. He rails against conquest and self aggrandizement, honors McKinley’s public service, and proclaims democracy’s vitality through fidelity, public spirit, and law. He denounces cynicism and stresses faith in democratic leaders.
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MecKinley
Republic
Associated Press
Buffalo
Hughes
McKinley Monument
Lfe
Tater Ty
Postponed Testimony Date In Standard Oil Suit
The taking of testimony in the Standard Oil company suit, postponed from today, is rescheduled for September 17 in New York. The delay allows Standard Oil counsel to prepare statements from the company books.
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Sepuber
New York
Associated Press
Standard Oil Company
Standard 611
Prizes Awarded to Oshkosh Yacht Club Winners
The Oshkosh Power Boat club awarded prizes on Labor Day at the New Revere hotel. The Fielding cup went to Harry R. Gibson for Gibson Girl, Bailey-Shinggin to W. C. Dunkel for Undine, and the class D pennant to Capt. J. A. Sargent for Lenora. A boat dinner is proposed, with other events planned and protests over cups to be handled by the regatta committee. Barry Leaie was elected to membership in the club.
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Oshkosh Power Beat Club
New Revere
Harry RR. Gibson
W. C. Dunkel
Undine
J. A. Sargent
Oieer
Lenora
Rhto
Fox River Hunting & Fishing Club
Regatta Committee
Barry Leaie
Sequel to Romance in Cradle of Justice Trial
A Northwestern special reports a high profile court case in Marin county where Justice George Wl Mertheige of Cridtz faces charges tied to alleged inhuman treatment in a controversial marriage dispute. The piece outlines accusations of coercion as a key element of the alleged wrongdoing and notes involvement of local nobility.
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Mivauker
St. SA
Marinein Sas
Roerge
Georg
Ramee
Latererkalfe
Nerthedec
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Addr-Neenah News
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Quebec
Phoenix Bridge Company
Phoenixville
St. Lawrence River
NEW York Stock, Exchange
T Firm
Whlantoes
Parmer
Fond GU Lac
Davebhker
Ohey
Enea
Saien
Ay Berk
Enarh
McHinley
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Thi City
C Oming
Rye” Company
Charles Mueller Pose, Pes and
Costa
PASO
Lig Traction Collins Company
City of
Racine
Eastern Star
Chuaga
Hacine
Tewa
Lorraine J Pitthin
Vines
Eichiern
Grard
Spergitt
Farmere
Huges
McKinley
Oshkosh, Power Beat Club
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