Fourth of July speakers laud immigration debate and liberty
Henry C. Bowen hosted a Roseland Park celebration with Chauncey Depew, William McKinley, General Hawley, Senator Aldrich, General Howard, and Murat Halstead among the speakers. Depew urged balanced immigration limits while praising American liberty and anti-crime measures. General Howard defended the regular army and loyalty. McKinley avoided tariff talk, noting three great “speech makings” in U.S. history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woonstock
Henry C. Bowen
Roseland Park
Chauncey M. Depew
William McKinley
Hawley
Senator Aldrich
Howard
Murat Halstead
John Wanamaker
Charles Russell
Connecticut
Bowen
Joseph R. Hawley
O. O. Howard
Concels
Congress
Maurice Ee Pon
Clarence Bowen
Free
N. W. Aldrich
Rhode Island
New England
Major McKinley
Ohio
Murot Halstead
David Gregg
Brooklyn
Glorious Day Marked by Soldier Monuments In Several Towns
In Pittsburg suburbs Mesdville saw 10000 at the unveiling of the soldiers monument with Hon. John M. Henderson as speaker. Bellefonte drew larger crowds than any 20 year period with governors and judges addressing a two mile parade. Somerset hosted Jr. QO led by Hon. J. L. Hicks while Youngstown drew 50000 for a sham battle reenacting Pickett’s charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdville
John M. Henderson
Thirteenth Judicial District
Bellefonte
Ard
Furst
Somerset
al A. Oe
J. Lt. Hicks
Daniels on the Race Problem Speech at Lexington Assembly
Virginia Senator John W. Daniels addressed about 4000 attendees at the Chautauqua Assembly in Lexington Kentucky. Hon. W. P. Breckenridge introduced him, and Daniels spoke on world history with an eloquent delivery this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Lexington
Lextneton
John W. Daniels
Chautauqua
W. P. Breckenridge
Fragmentary race remark on ocean voyage and Indians
A fragment quotes a speaker addressing the race problem as a trouble Some one. It mentions John Smith on the Atlantic shore facing 3,000 miles of water and 3,000 miles of land with Indians and tomahawks, and that history tells the story and the future will settle the present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Smith
Atlantic
Parkerson Delivers Enthusiastic July 4 Oration in Bloomington
W S Parkerson of New Orleans arouses Bloomington crowds with a rousing Independence Day speech. Mayor Foster introduces him before about 12 000 at Franklin Park as he praises the South and the United States, denounces wealth worship, and extols patriotism and immigration limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Bilaine
South
Bloominceros
W. 5. Parkerson
New Orleans
Illinois National Guards and Civic Societies
Franklin Fark
Parkerson
Foster
Eakin
Iain Mister
United Sates
Dedield
Louisiana
Mississippi River
New South
Fatal Balloon Accidents Mar Ohio Celebrations
Two people died in separate balloon accidents in Ohio towns on July 4. In New Lisbon, Charles J. Jones of Cleveland survived a fall after being lifted 100 feet. William Hennessy, 40, died instantly. In Elyria, Zoetta Bentley of Cleveland died after a 60 foot fall during a windy ascent, with fatal injuries described.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
New Lisbon
Charles J. Jones
William Hennnessy
Hennessy
Jones
Elyria
Zoetta Bentley
Grateful Letter Carriers Erect Memorial In NYC
Hundreds of letter carriers from Boston Philadelphia Washington and other eastern and western cities converge in New York to unveil a statue for Sunset Cox at Astor Place. The monument honors Cox for his work securing the eight hour law with General Thomas Ewing delivering the oration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Boston
Philadelphia
Washington
Cox
Astor Place
Thomas Ewing
Hayes Classic 25 000 Hear Ex President at Beatrice
Ex President R B Hayes addressed about twenty five thousand people on the Chautauqua grounds in Beatrice Nebraska on July 4. He spoke on the growth and achievements of the American Republic and its destined glory and closed with praise of Lincoln.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice
Neb
Chautauqua Grounds
R. B. Hayes
Lincoln
New Orleans Celebrates Fourth With Proms and Picnics
New Orleans observed July 4 with strong enthusiasm. The Patriotic Order of Sons of America hosted a festival ball and the Ancient Order of Hibernians held a picnic at the fair grounds showcasing the day's festive spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Oxnears
Patriotic Order of Sons of America
Hibernians
Harrison at Cape May Fourth Highlights Family Celebration
The President spends the Fourth at Cape May New Jersey with grandchildren. He walks the strand and surveys tides, then enjoys a family noon meal. Postmaster General Wanamaker visits for office matters while Russell Harrison and Lt. Parker ride and plan church attendance tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porst
N.J
Strand
Cape
McKee
Russell Harrison
Hussell Harrison
New Jersey
Wanamaker
Mia
Parker
Beadle Memorial C l
Cape May
Ben Butler's Company Tops Financial Season
Ben Butler's Company emerges as the year's standout financial performer amid a weak market. Reports say the stock of goods and energy company shows strong demand, with prices rising and expectations of further gains before August 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bostos
Oo Dupsnent Caigeny
Wren
Great Northeastern Saengerfest Opens in Newark
Thousands attend the Sixteenth National Saengerfest opening in Music Hall at Caledonian Park Newark as 600 voice chorus and 150 piece orchestra lead a grand celebration welcoming 5,000 singers from across the country. Governor Abbott, Mayor Haynes and others speak as Schubert bust is unveiled later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Newark
Saengerbund
United Singing Societies of
Caledonian Park
Abbott
Johannes Werschinger
Saen Safest
Weber
United Singers of
E. Fromme
Lentz
Haynes
Fran Ida Klein-Euler
Tannhauser
Wegener
C. Isenmann
United Singers
H . Danehmn
A. Branm
Wanderer
R. Schumann
William Bartels
C. Attenhofer
W. Bartela
Schubert
Allegheny
Teutonisa
Washington
Irish American Military Union drills at Wolfe Tone camp
A telegram from New York reports 1200 Irish American volunteers in camp at Arrochar Staten Island to honor Wolfe Tone. Major General Kelly reviewed the troops, the Declaration of Independence was read, and a 32 gun salute marked each Irish county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Arrochar
Staten Island
United States
Irish- American Military Union
Wolfe Tone
William F. Kelly
Pittsburg
Found Dead in Oakland Aged 25 Near Bluff
Kirk Buffum son of J C Buffum bottler was found dead at the foot of a bluff near Oakland Square at 6 50 pm A party including A K Bean located him with his head on a board He was seen earlier near a new house and likely died of heart failure authorities note the death appeared natural with little struggle
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirk Buffum
J. C. Buffum
Oakland Square
A. K. Bean
Mr. Buffum
Scivodena
Local Youth Dies Suddenly Noted By Coroner
Mains were taken to Mr Buffum s residence on North Highland avenue and the Coroner was notified. The young man had not been feeling well for some time but was speeding in good condition when he left home at 10 o clock yesterday morning.
Subdued Moquis Contained After Oraibe Clash
Colonel Corbin’s command returned to Housonock after a successful campaign against the Moqui near Oraibe. The rugged six towns on the cliff dwellings faced resistance from fanatical medicine men and Navajo pressure, with threats to the census, the government school, and American personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Housroox
Corbin
Oraibe
Iff
Navajo Reservation
McClelland
Tensions flare as race riot erupts at Johns camp
In Birmingham Alabama on July 4 a clash between white and black miners erupted after a keg of beer was claimed by both sides. A black miner was killed and authorities mobilized deputies with the military on standby to quell the disturbance at Johns and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Johns
Birmingham Mineral
de Bardoleden Coal and Iron Company
Sumter
Smith
Jealousy and a wife’s suicide attempt in Twelfth ward
Lizzie Robinson, a white resident of Jones avenue, Twelfth ward, tried to kill herself with rough on rats after learning her husband, a colored man, took another woman to the Schenley Park celebration. She was rushed to West Penn Hospital by doctor’s order and remains in critical condition with grim prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Robinson
Jones Avenue
Twelfth Ward
Clark
West Penn Hospital
Killed in Two Counties Over Inquest Feud
Daniel Moon was struck and killed by a fast train near Earlville. He died across the county line, causing rival coroners from Chenango and Madison counties to claim the inquest. A referee ruled Madison county held proper jurisdiction since the body was found there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwich
N. Y
Daniel Moon
Earlville
Farmer Moon
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Chenango
Madson County
Madison County
Murder Suicide Angers Lovers Tragedy Sparks Clash
Special Telegram to the Disfa Tor Newark July 4 Fred Kidwell and Belle Imbody quarreled on First Street near the Baltimore and Ohio depot. She refused his company and he fired two shots. A ball struck her right breast and a second pierced her back. Kidwell was seized by bystanders before police arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tor
Newark
Fred Kidwell
Belle Imbody
First Street
Baltimore and Ohio
Kidwell
Chinese Baby Birth Stuns Washington Society
A telegram from Washington notes the birth of a Chinese baby to the wife of Tsui-Kwo Yin, the Chinese Min, in the United States. The event, rare enough to create social stir, occurred in Washington on July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dispatch
United States
Tsui-Kwo Yin
Lawrenceville Man Burned After Firecracker Blast
George Campbell of Lawrenceville was struck by a large Jackson cracker on Butler near Thirty-sixth street last night. His clothing caught fire and he sustained severe burns to the legs before bystanders helped extinguish the flames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Campbell
Lawrenceville
Butler
Thirty-sixth Street
Italian Woman Moritz Fatally Injured in Fire Attempt
Special telegram from Brappock reports an Italian woman named Moritz tried to light a fire with kerosene. The blaze left her body nearly burned and she is reported dying tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brappock
Moritz
Explosion Injures Crew On Revenue Cutter Andrew Johnson
In Chicago on July 4 a gun on the revenue cutter Andrew Johnson exploded during a salute, wounding several crew members as the ship lay in harbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicaco
Andrew Johnson
Second Degree Murder Verdict For Kahn
Marvin Kahn was found guilty of murder in the second degree on July 4. The verdict carries a penalty of life imprisonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kahn
Thrix
Marvin Kahn
Excellent Police Service at the Park
Eighty officers under Captain Dan Silvis provided aid and kept order at the park. They monitored the area until all individuals had departed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Silvis
Silvis
Jewelry and goods damaged by smoke in great fire sale
A listing describes 516 items described as jewelry and goods damaged by smoke from a large fire sale. The description notes goods appear as though just bought and affected by smoke exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peer Esha
Charleston and Itata Seen Off Point Lomsst Harbor Entry
The Charleston and the Itata were sighted off Point Lomsst at 7 o'clock this morning and later entered the harbor here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Stata
Sax Creeo
Cat
Point Lomsst
Water Source for Desert Lake Confirmed by Indian Reports
Investigations from Indian runners indicate the desert lake’s water originates from New River, fed by overflow from the Colorado River. Some still argue for an underground link from the Gulf of California, but a visible current toward Salton supports the Colorado source as the lake expands and threatens salt works machinery. Salt storage warehouses at Salton are being dismantled to prevent washout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Dispatch
San Francisco
Colorado Desert
Yuma
Salton
New River
Colorado River
Gulf of California
Saltan
Salt Lake
California
Tan
San Jacinto Mountains
Balloonists Escape After Balloon Strikes Wires
July 4 Meadville reports a balloon ascent goes awry as Prof. Alexander Thurston and Charles W. Stuart launch at 4 PM. The balloon hits electric wires, breaks free, and the basket crashes near a chimney and orchard. Both aeronauts jump to safety with minor injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fepecial Telegra Meadville
Alexander Thurston
Charles W. Stuart
Thurston
Stuart
Earth
Edward Ane
First day of Federation of Labor session at Sulphur Springs
The July 4 gathering in Sulphur Springs Texas opened with routine business and an annual address by President Golden. The notable event was W. E. Farmer's recess speech as a People's party push. H. A. Spencer and others attacked the old parties with strong, applauded rhetoric.
Fourth of July toy cannon injures Lima youth
Dalbert Little, a local boy, was severely cut and burned during Independence Day celebrations. He loaded a toy cannon and fired it over a tin can, which exploded and sent fragments into his face arms and legs. Doctors say he will not recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lima
Dalbert Little
American Tin In The Market From Temescal Mines
California mines near South Riverside shipped 38 000 pounds of American pig tin to the American Tin Plate Company of St Louis. The Temescal tin mines have operated for six months ending yesterday in Pomona July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
St. Louis Manufacturing Company
Pomona
Cal
Temescal
South Riverside
American Tin Plate Company
St. Louis
Reed Tops Blindfold Exhibition At Pennsylvania Checker Gathering
American champion James P. Reed dazzled a large audience at the Home Hotel venue on Duquesne Way by winning five of six blindfold games against strong local players including W. H. Stuart. A Pennsylvania Checker Association formed with H. F. McAteer as president and R. W. Patterson as treasurer. The next meeting is set for October first with state players to compete for the championship title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eighth
Ninth Streets
Duquesne Way
James P. Reed
W. H. HH
Stuart
Draratca
W. (. Brown
Ith
Ronald
Rae
Pennsylvania
Penym
Pittsburg
Allegheny
MeAteor Carvan
Pennsylvania Checker Association
H. F. McAteer
Distaton Checker
R. W. Patterson
Gome
Lumber Yard Fire Destroys Thousands in Columbia Ga
A Friday night blaze at T. H. Harvey's lumber yard in Columbia Ga. destroyed lumber worth about 100000 dollars. Insurance coverage is listed at 75000 dollars. Fire swept the yard and damaged the iron construction and supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
T. H. Harvey
Guthrie Guards to Meet at High School Tonight
Scattered scraps note a meeting of the Guthrie Guards at the High School tomorrow evening at 780 o'clock. The event appears to include an address by William J. Miller and mentions Engine members receiving a supply of fruit and cigars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Z. Byers &Co
Ridgeview Land Company
Satan Ene
Cantiee
Denny Z
Florida
Glorious Fourth Celebrations At Chautauqua
July 4 at Chautauqua featured a morning lecture by Prof Woodburn on Jefferson and human liberty, followed by patriotic exercises and a Chancellor Vincent address defending faith and science. Speakers included Dr Widener Col Parker Rev McMillan and Bishop Vincent. evening fireworks lit the Assembly with lanterns and red lights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chavravova
Woodburn
Indiana
Jefferson
Supreme Court
Ented
Tillman
South Carolina
Lincoln
God
Man
Widener
Nebraska
Parker
Chi
McMillan
Allegheny City
Vincent
Cer
Bacon
Newton
Milton
Tennyson
Browning
Faraday
Agassiz
Max Mueller
Spencer
Huxley
Darwin
Jesus Christ
Tyndall
Absoliota
Harper
Yale
Hotel Atheneum
Crowded Store Draws Crowds Over Low Priced Black Goods
Last week customers complained of dull trade yet the counter saw overwhelming demand. At the black goods counter, standing room was scarce and many strangers believed the store was selling out due to low prices. A local woman praised the shop saying friends always shop there.
River News and Notes Upper Gauges Report
River readings show Tow River at 4 feet 0 inches with cloudy weather and a 79 degree thermometer reading at 41 AM. Junction River at 4 feet 6 inches with cloudy conditions and warm rain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lae
River Water Levels and Departures Report
The river gauges show Crncrxwari-River at 11 feet 7 inches and falling while the Hudson near Pittsburgh records 6 feet 9 inches in the canal. The Mississippi-Ohio area notes the Natchez river stand at 5 inches with cool weather and scattered Wheeling readings, and departures for Bedford and Pittsburgh noted with a courier message.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pape
Hudson
Pitsburg
Louisville
Canal
Natchez
Foumtoser
Wheeling
Ani
Bedford
Pittaburg
Piteturg Ator
The Fourth on the Wharves Crowd Quiet Along Levees
A quiet Sunday along the river levees with calm water marked six feet. Passengers and excursion boats, including the Mayflower, moved up and down the river while crowding and festive activity appeared on deck despite overall calm, as spectators enjoyed the holiday mood and shoreline views.
Our Low Prices Drive Downtown Trade Ad Feature
In a Sunday advertisement the store proclaims low prices and liberal policy as the draw for downtown customers. It notes universal desire for the best value and credits this cautious buying for the business’s rapid growth, then promises hundreds of bargains to follow.
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DEPEW
M'Kinley, Howard and
Halstead
Citizen Parkinson
Heaven
Webster
Phillips
Greeley
Whittier
Duty
Knightly Lee
Freedom
Hope
Chauncery M. Depew
Iownhs
Hennesseyt's
Avengers
New York City
Coz
Hayes
Republic
Harrison
Ben Butler
Teutonia
Oakland
Botter
Olson
THE
DISFA
Revenue Cutter
Warden Brown
Sing Sing
Tien
William Kemmler
Auburn
Brown
Paris
Kemmiler
Aubur
Kemmler
Dunston
F. F. Davis
the Chamber of Death
St Sing Sing
Catain Charles Hibert
Ibert
Brush
Westinghouse
Harold P. Brown
West Virginia
Oho
Ture
United States Signal Service
Stu
Sax
Meadville
Working People IN Politics
Federation of Labor of Texas
Champion Reed
Bishop Vincent
Save
Thornton Bros
River News and Notes
Coytesville
Fort Teere
N.S
N. B
Ae Masufectarian Company
Cene Street
Cuticuha
Southside
Charlies
South Thirteenth, ND
Chbson Sts
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