Forest fires threaten Grand Marais and Minnesota towns
Fires fanned by new winds push toward Lake Superior as about 1000 settlers along the Grand Marais district cling to life. Reports from Duluth and nearby towns describe towns wiped out or endangered, relief trains prepared, and crews battling spreading flames across northern Minnesota and northern Wisconsin.
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Associated Press
Duluth, Minn
Grand Marais
Superior
Wis
Douglas County
South Fringe
Coyne
Duluth
Minn
Lake Superior
Puluth
America
United States
Gopher
Naval
Wit
North Shore
Lake Grand Marais
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Minnesota
Mosiba Ranges
Buehl
Nashwalk
Wrenshull
Aurora
Mitchell
Chishholm
Hibbing
Snowball
Washburn
Coshucopta
Senos
Mespe
Fire Threat Endangers Bayfield Town of 408 Inhabits
A large fire swept into the Wachetnuuh Lumber company yards at Bayfield endangering the town of 408 residents. With only mill pumps for protection, the fire nearly reached the pumping station, risking the town. The cooperative effort of the fire company and locals secured control after an all night effort, saving the mill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bate Frelly
Edmonds or Conner for State Chairman Discussed
The Northwestern Milwaukee Sept 8 reports Republican leaders weigh whether A Edmonds of Appleton should run for state chairman. Stephenson aides favor no fight or accepting Connor’s reelection, with a conference planned before any announcement. Ex Congressman Cook arrived and waited on primary returns. Stephenson camp seeks no senatorial resolutions at the primary convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Isaac Stephenson
A. Edmonds
Appleton
Stephenson
Edmonds
Mr. Edmonds
William D. Connor
Mr. Connor
S. A. Cook
Neenah
Camputer
Quarrel Turns Fatal in Milwaukee Case
Anton Platta, 54, longtime city employee, died at his home at 3 am after a Thursday quarrel alleged to involve blows. Contractor William O'Donnell, linked to a city project on Boylston Street, was arrested days earlier. Platta was treated for assault with intent to do bodily harm. OConnell released on $200 bond as coroner and police probe possible charges.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Anton Platta
William O'Donnell
Boylston Street
Cambridge Avenue
Platta
Attornney
fyConnell
Paday O’ Connell
Phlilta
Johny Walter
District Court
Tye
Mystery Over Tragedy in Wabashi Ind
An unexplained disappearance after a planned trip aboard a train from Wabashi to Renton Harbor Mich follows a fatal confrontation. Joel W Baker is accused of murdering Mrs Alernice after a quarrel with Warren and Mrs Sylvian Null Hernive. Funerals were held for Baker and Mrs Hornice.
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Associated Press
Wabashi Ind
Chorge Warren
Renton Harbor
Mich
Sylvian Null Hernive
Alernice
Joel W. Baker
Warren
Baker
Prelate welcomed at London eucharistic congress opening
Cardinal Vincent Vannutelli arrived to preside over the nineteenth annual eucharistic congress in London. He was greeted by Archbishop Francis Bourne, the Duke of Norfolk and other prelates. Cardinal Gibbons of Baltimore, visiting Downside Abbey, also met the Norfolk couple. Bishops and American guests are being entertained at Sacred Heart convents.
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London
Associated Prbs
Vincent Vannetulli
Francis Bourne
Westminster
Duke of Norfolk
Cardinal Gibbons of
Baltimore
Downside
Duchess of Norfolk
America
Sacred Heart Convents
Former Justice Minister Confesses to Bank Frauds
Albert, recently retired as minister of justice, surrendered to police in Copenhagen and confessed to a series of frauds against the Pondestandens Sparkasse, of which he was president. The ministry of finance and several banks were involved with the savings bank, but losses are secured. His confession shocked the stock exchange.
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Associated Press
Copenhagen
M. Albert
Pondestandens Sparkasse
Ministry of Finance
M. Alberti
Stock Exchange
Manitowoc farmer ends life in yard after mental break
Special to The Northwestern reports George Hiser a young Mithicott farmer, temporarily insane over personal attacks on his character, shot himself with a double barreled gun in the doorway yard at his home in view of his bride of a year who stood nearby in shock.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Manitowoc
George Hiser
Mithicott
Liser
Lea Pen
Roosevelt Shooting Rumor Declared Groundless by Officials
Reported attempt to shoot President Roosevelt near Sagamore Hill found without foundation. Witnesses Camile Weidenfeldt and Mrs Weidenfeldt investigated. Major Wadsworth and others say no overt act occurred. John Coughlin, believed insane, was examined. no shooter identified.
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Oyster Bay
Roosevelt
Longise
Jutal
Lse
Sagamore Lill
Afr
Loeb
Rousevelt
Roos Valt
Sagamore Hill
Inel Dent
Camilla Weidenfeldt
New York
Fred
Hunt
Major Wadsworth
James W. Wadaword
New York State Assembly
Gol Springs Harbor
W. Emlen Leuneyvest
Wadsworth
Gold Spring Harbor
W. Helen Roosevelt
John Coughitin
Weidenfeldt
ST Iment
Bept
Uhank
Mineola
J. J
Coughiin
Dédertiek A. Wright
Glen Cove
Bye HG
Withee
Beuclif
Coughlin
Forest Till Cemetery
Boston
Mass
Tipolles
John Conkhiin
Secret Service
Steildenr
John Coughlin
Waipate
Masa
Creamery Men At War Over Butter Fat Rates
Chicago reports a clash between large central and western creameries and smaller local ones over a proposed increase in butter fat rates. The Interstate Commerce Commission hearings featured claims that the rise targets distant suppliers while smaller operators argue it unfairly discriminates against local dealers. Jesse Anderson of Delaware, Iowa, testified supporting changes to transport rates.
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Associated Fresy
Chicago
Interstate Commerce
Prouty
Ie Ll
Tates
Jesse Anderson
Delan
B. D
Wan
Shlok
Feltriews
Bropom
Trans
Taft Speaks at Sandusky Parade and Theater Rally
The article covers William Howard Taft's public visit to Sandusky, including a noon stage address at the Jaont theater and a rear platform speech. He praises veterans, contrasts Roosevelt policies with Bryan’s, and urges stronger antitrust enforcement and updated federal oversight.
State Fair Sees Huge Attendance Despite Weather
Record crowds flocked to Milwaukee county fairs as trains and streetcars carried thousands into the city. Weather challenges did not dampen interest with visitors viewing exhibits and parade scenes under steady transportation services aiding crowd flow.
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Bewan Wen
Milwaunekee
Tiga
Roada
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Fair Grounds
Biles
Deadlock in Iowa Legislature Over United States Senator
An Associated Press report from Des Moines states the Iowa house broke a deadlock by noon voting 44 for Cummins. Thirty-one Democrats backed Porter while 20 standpatters dispersed their votes. Standpatters say delays are justified until voters decide in the November election.
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Associated Press
Des Maincs
Sent
United States
House
Cumming
Porter
Senate
Sion
Denver hotel fire claims four guests
A three story Lelmont hotel at 74 Stout Street in Denver collapsed in flames. Four guests died and more than a score were injured as occupants fled from burning rooms and escaped through windows or were aided to safety. Fire officials investigate possible incendiary origin while a rescuer saved at least ten by guiding panicked guests to safety.
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Associated Press
Denver
Wolo
Lelmont
Stout Street
Edward Moore
Philadelphia
Johu D. Kane
Culurudy Springs
George Rode
Middletown
George “Ott
Dodge City
Joinplag
Witham BH
Leade
Mrn
W. A. Lanham
Handy
Bawden
Silverton
Cann
O. E. Klinger
Silverton Standard
Charles J. Stewart
Melvin Parker
Hilladale
Mich
Mia
Lydia Parker
Edward Kelso
Thomba Taylor
Pairk Treadwell
Tripple Creek
Elmont
Lcrosa
Fame
Wisconsin Board Plans 1 000 000 for State Fair Grounds
Milwaukee report details a proposed winter request of 1 000 000 dollars to the Wisconsin board of agriculture for fair grounds upgrades. The plan includes four new buildings Merchants and Manufacturers administration and educational facilities plus an agricultural school block. Location not fixed but near current Arts building. administration expansion also proposed.
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Northwestern
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin Board of T Agriculture
Wisconsin
Atle
Sond
Mufferrow
Agrhalstead Board
Miss Clara Clemens Not Engaged to Be Married
Miss Clara Clemens daughter of Samuel L. Clemens known as Mark Twain is not engaged to marry Charles Work. She may pursue grand opera after earning praise in London Paris and Frankfurt while touring with a concert group. Confirmation came by long distance call from Twain’s household at his new home in Reading Connecticut.
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Associated Press
New York
Clara Clemens
Samuel Ll. Clemens Charle Twain
London
Paris
Frankfurt
Germany
Mies Clemen
Charles Work
Redding
Cann
Mark Twain
Lerann
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