Man Suspected of Suicide and Local Tragedies Reported
In Wheeling, William H. Cowan a traveler for Chicago Lumber Co shot himself at the Empire House after a disturbing night scene. Charles C. Cutts of Kirkland Co. claimed Cowan asked for his gun and then fired. Cowan’s death ruled a temporary insanity. Separate incidents note Martin Vierlevel attempting suicide in a stable and a mountain farmer dying by self inflicted gunshot after planning to shoot an animal.
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Tspoour
Thlygham
Dipaton
Accnon
William H. Cowan
Chicago Lumber Company
Empire House
Howe
Cowen
Ciozter Bel
Charles C. Cutts
Moore, Kirkland & Co
Montgomery
Cutts
Massillon
Cowten
Nearman
Curt
Teer
Cowan
Englewood
Nissom
Martin Vierlevel
Ata Evans
Lea
Investigaus
Metanile
Delamater Debtors Threaten Publicly Over Settle Move
A threatening letter dated in the city warns Delamater debtors to settle owed sums or face harsh action. The writer demands payment and implies violence if refused, referencing a debtor named Delamater and a person named Maker. The transcription shows a menacing tone and coercive intent.
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Mitta Si Wrhs
Delangaters
WW. Delangter
The Nicely Confessions in Carnton City
The story says Sheril Gand testified yesterday that a Nicely confession was true despite newspapers doubting it. Witnesses claim others had urged a clean breast and admission in the Teesions case, with some now facing consequences and a dire outcome for Curtis and friends.
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Jane
Carrenton
Curtis
Omer
Strange Ohio Family Fire Hall Incident Report
An Ohio family suffers a hall fire incident during a severe storm. A daughter and wife are injured when debris or blast passes near them. A boy reportedly escapes the scene amid chaos as a strong explosion occurs near Mr. Counter. Multiple family members are seriously affected.
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Ohio
Coutiter
Spock
Deep Well Drilling Continues For Geological Study
A deep well near Deep Wheeling proceeds with geological observations. Officials report ongoing core sampling and stratigraphic recording as crews work to advance understanding of subsurface formations.
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United States
MeTiewitt Resigns and New Commissioner Named
An unexpected resignation clears the way for a replacement as a pair commissioner. A. McDeritt moves toward membership while Sir George and Yohoepert are noted in the context of national affairs and executive teaching roles.
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Oa. MeTiewitt
Pair
A. McDeritt
Greerner Pattison
George Yu Seulive
Yohoepert
Pittsburg District Methouliets Meet Sunday 24
Methouliets of the Pittsburg District will convene Sunday 24 at a Fires Methodist hall in the borough. The meeting aims to address preparations for the nine day gathering with likely attendance from several districts. A window pane incident is noted with Jamon and Wise involved in a dispute over payment.
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Pittsburg
Sune
A New Scheme Promises Love Through Circulated Instructions
A Hickory Wisconsin county resident publishes a pamphlet with steps to find a spouse via mutual introductions. The circular asks for names of loved ones, promises to reveal mutual interest if found, and notes secrecy if one is rejected after two weeks.
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Wasnrvoros
Hickory
Washington County
Dean Furewo
John Knox’s Clock Comes to World’s Fair Exhibit
W H Woods of Hretisepoy owns a remarkable eight foot high rose wood clock built in 1460 by John Skepech in Paisley Scotland for John Knox. The clock, once in the Samuel Witherspoon lineage, traveled to Princeton and now stays in a direct Knox descendant’s family. It is eight feet tall with brass works and remains a valued historical relic from Knox’s era.
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Scotland
Harp Ciy
Princeton College
Old Continental Congress
John Knox
Johnstown to Get New Pennsylvania Railroad Link
The Pennsylvania Company plans a new railroad from Kayior’s station along the Ebensburg branch to develop coal fields in Cambria county. The line will extend toward Indiana and Cambria counties and connect with existing lines along the Conemaugh river, enabling city growth and complete mortgage settlements.
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June
Johnstown
Kayior
Ebensburg
Cambria County
Indiana
Cambria
Pennsylvania
Conemaugh
Teneparte
Towpath
Stee White
Bensburg
Death of Dr J Y Wickersham Alters Millersville Commencement
The sudden death of Dr J Y Wickersham of Lancaster will influence the alumni exercises at Pennsylvania State Normal College Millersville. Once slated for July 1 to mark the twenty fifth anniversary of his superintendency, the event shifts to memorial observances honoring the aged educator who helped found the college and mentor many prominent alumni including lawmakers and judges.
Standard Oil Scheme Claimed Near Mercer County
Mr. Fisher reports Standard Oil men leasing land west of Celina and south of Cardagorcia with plans to tunnel under a vast water body and divert water into St. Marys river. Wells exist beyond the April high water mark, prompting talks with Columbus officials for action.
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Tama
Fisher
Mercer County Democrat
Celina
Standard Ol Company
Cardagorcia
St. Mary's
Standard
St. Mary's River
Mr. Fisher
Columbus
Frank J. McCullogh
Board of Public Works
Two Men Kill Large Bird Near Fawn Grove
Yous June 4. John Barton and James Fletcher of Fawn Grove killed a large bird believed to be a vulture. The carcass measured 7 feet 2 inches tip to tip and 3 feet overall length with a 7 inch foot span and 14 inch claws.
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Yous
John Barton
James Fletcher
Fawn Grove
Traffic Strike Halts Dune Street Road Service
Cars halted along the line as workers strike for wage increases from one to one and a half dollars per day. Travelers counting on service to reach nearby resorts faced delays and disappointment due to the stoppage.
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Caxtos
Dune M
Suber
Eleven Young Docklings Hatched by Simple Incubator Contrivance
A Williamsport man used two pillows as an improvised incubator to hatch eleven ducklings. The pillows supplied heat as they were kept in a warm location, yielding one duckling per pillow pair in the expected period.
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Wittrameromr
Inne
Williamsport
Pittsburg Seen Through Irish Traveler’s Eyes On Cities
A visiting Irish observer contrasts Pittsburg with New York and Philadelphia, praising its transit, streets, and rapid growth. He notes Pittsburgh’s advancing industry, handsome public buildings, and Allegheny’s development, calling Carnegie Library a civic treasure.
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Empire
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Quaker City
England
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Smithfield Street
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Westinghouse
Fidelity Title and Trust Company
Bi Bank
Sixt Avenue
Wood Street
Broadway
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Allegheny
Injunction Filed Against the Texas Insurance Club
Attorney General Culberson sues for injunction against the Texas Insurance Club alleging formation to restrain competition under trust law. The case marks a test of enforcement of early trust regulation in Austrx with interest focused on outcome.
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Texas Insurance Club
Austrx
Culberson
Apsorear
Peter Coat
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