28 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1902
Page
1
A dense fog caused a collision between two West Shore freight trains near Harrington Park. Fireman Randall was killed. Engineer Miller narrowly escaped, jumping from his cab as the rear train rammed the front. Wheat spilled from open cars, wreckage and fire halted traffic for hours.
Washington reports efforts to interest the Isle of Pines transfer to the U S government amid appeals from Americans. Consul General Tage at Havana faces action for indiscreet remarks. president may transfer him rather than remove him. Also notes King Edward’s improving health and New York discharge arrivals, plus other brief items from London and Glasgow.
A collision between two Brooklyn elevated trains at Concord and Adams streets injured more than twenty people this morning. One train car leaped the track after the crash, with firemen aiding injured passengers who were removed to nearby hospitals.
Washington July 28 United States Judge Donaldson reports a death sentence for Russell Wilsons case may be commuted as a courtesy to the United States and out of sympathy for his mother. An American doctor who joined an expedition in Nicaragua is cited but the motive remains that Wilsons served as a surgeon rather than participant. Efforts will be made to secure release on grounds of his role as surgeon.
Fragmented report describes alleged white racial influence in Mindoro and Christian sensitivities, noting unrest over cotton labor and perceived wealth disparities. It recounts a fatal shooting involving Homer Zekford, a related pursuit by police, and a missionary figure tied to local church works. includes disparate river and local gossip without clear, coherent chronology.
Washington reports say the Panama Canal title dispute remains unsettled with negotiations moved from Washington to Paris this week. Attorney General Knox and Senator Spooner are expected to push for government action while the French company seeks a government guarantee on title and rights.
A trolley car collision near the fire range north of Ely injures seven passengers seriously and leaves several others lightly hurt. Police say the crash occurred as the inbound car 44 sped rapid, trapping passengers in the vestibules amid wreckage and rear-end impact.
In San Francisco on July 28 word spreads about the rumored fakery of the Jeffrley Fitzsimmons title bout. Officials including Mayor Sehnke review a communication urging inquiry into alleged prearranged plans and pre-fight manipulation tied to the eighth round.
A chaotic scene fills Paris streets as crowds chant liberté amid ongoing riots. Tim Woodruff reportedly attacked as spectators jeer for wearing a high hat. The unrest includes clashes with authorities and large demonstrations across multiple districts, with reports of property damage and vigilant crowds persisting through the night.
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