Heat in Chicago Takes Lives of 3
Three people died during a brutal heat wave in Chicago as temperatures surged across the city. Mrs. Reta Wineberger collapsed while fleeing to sleep, Mrs. Ann Nein, 65, died cooking in her kitchen, and Jona Berihis perished at work. The heat contributed to a record number of fatalities including auto deaths and drownings, marking a deadly weekend across the area.
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Merida
Chicago
Reta. Wineberger
Mis
Anns Nein
Aho
Jona Berihis
Tosfais
Tibicaga
Savntry
Join Zimmerman
Tito
Kopp
Bis Sresthrart
Ste
Gary
Zhawerman
Auto Plunge Kills Man in Davenport Area Crash
In Davenport near Bere and Ralph Fenney and Jon Tierney were severely injured when two autos the riders plunged 20 feet over a culvert into a creek. Harry Koehler, 40, was killed instantly. Kombler suffered a broken neck. Fenney had a fractured leg and hip injuries. Nerney, the driver, was badly hurt and bruised.
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Travenport
Harry Koehler
Bere
Ralph Fenney
Jon Tierney
Creek Kombler
Fenney
Ana
Nerney
Fourth of July weekend toll high in drownings and crashes
The nation marked July fourth with a deadly pattern of accidents including drownings airplane crashes and fireworks mishaps. Officials reported many fatalities and injuries across multiple incidents during the holiday period, highlighting the dangers of the celebrations.
Engineer Framed by Missouri Pacific Wreck at Morloc Ark
Frank Gamo, a formative engineer, died from injuries after a Missouri Pacific freight train crashed at Morloc Arkansas when it ran into a split switch. Fireman J Peery was seriously injured as the engine and ten cars derailed in the collision.
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Mompais
Tepe
Frank Gamo
Miagouri Pacific
Morloc
Ark
J. @. Peery
Train Kills Man Near Kearney Nebraska
A man believed to be Albert Wright of Ealing Kansas was killed instantly after being struck by a fast moving train near Kearney Nebraska while walking along the Union Pacific line. Authorities pursue confirmation of identity as the investigation continues.
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Mali
Kearney
Overturning Crash Kills School Girl in Cedar Rapids
A girl from Marlon, Cedar Rapids area, was instantly killed when the auto she rode in overturned near Olin. The officer crew occupants in the car escaped serious injuries. Police are investigating the crash and identifying all parties involved.
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Aulo
Cedar Rapids
Hisle Peterson
Marlon
Olin
Olfier
Geburt
Spanish author and diplomat wedding in Mentone
Ibanez and Wieds from San Francisco describe a quiet wedding. Tarco Tuinez, the Spanish novelist, and Mm Duna Hlene Ortuzer Bulue, wife of a Chinese diplomat, were married in Mentone with only the witnesses present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Tarco Tuinez
Duna Hlene Ortuzer Bulue Witow
Chiness
Mentone
Two Drown Near Sioux City In Spring Bathing Incident
Two people drowned near Sioux City on Sunday afternoon, with reports indicating they were swimming at a local harbor. Swift rescue efforts were started but unsuccessful as authorities work to identify the victims and determine the circumstances of the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prar
Sioux City
Toll of thirty taken in Boston Hohroh disaster
A club building collapse at a party of over 100 dancers left the city in shock as rescue teams found 39 bodies by midnight and 29 identified. Sixteen others were hospitalized, with seven women among the identified dead. Police inspector Benjamin Alexander among the recovered, while one man was shot in the arm and several suspects arrested. The cause and supervision of the building's collapse remain contested amid wind and rain damage reports.
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Hekwick
Clinstowh
Nagse
Cenjamin Alexandr
Underworld
Willaye Ravinson
Malfien
Polen
Huikiing
Pickwick Ela
O'Brien
Timothy J. Bassy
Des Moines Carmen Strike Disrupts City Transit
Des Moines faced a street car strike with no immediate settlement as Carmen workers walked out halting traction service citywide. Officials, bus operators, and auto dealers anticipated disrupted plans to transport workers and customers amid the nationwide action on a Monday.
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Des Moines
Carmen
Fire Claims Seven in Saranac Lake Three Story Building
A deadly blaze in Saranac Lake New York killed seven people in a three story building. The fire started in the rear of the structure, likely in the basement or first floor, with investigators unable to determine an exact origin.
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Saranac Jake
N. Y
Robbery Victim Fatally Wounded in St. Louis Case
The report states patrolman John Grogan was killed during a botched robbery. An assailant named Hammett, age 22, was wounded, while the offender fled with loot. Grogan was struck in the left chest by a bullet and died of his injuries.
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Louie—Harvey Hasmett
John Grogan
Hamfell
Grogan
Racer Taylor Killed During Fourth of July Lakewent Race
Avanta Georgia reports Macon automobile racer Taylor was instantly killed when his car crashed through the barrier on the lakewent track during the Fourth of July races. He was likely ejected as the car overturned. He died at the scene.
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Taylor
Avanta
Macon
Lakewent
Two Die In Street Wire Accident In Lubaque Area
A deadly accident in Lubaque left Fred Massey, 62, and William J. Milligan, 47, dead after stepping on a live wire synched to a 400 volt line near their homes and a cross street. The blast and ensuing fire caused property damage estimated at 50 900.
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Fred Massey
William J. Milligan
Lin Iefn Vonigany
Managy
Dla
Miners Face New Wage Demands At Atlantic City Meeting
Séramian and union leaders in Atlantic City outlined tentative terms for a contract expiring August. A wage increase of ten cents per hour for tonnage workers and an extra six dollars daily for day workers were proposed under a two year pact. Opposition to the check off system and firm stand by operators cloud negotiations. If unresolved by September 1 stalemate risks widespread walkouts and potential coal shortages.
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Séramian
Auanths
Atlantic City
Andrew Matlyy
District 7
Ada Jn
Sing Din
Adide
Jahan Lir
Lewis International
Hew
Feakon
Hele
Aevon Delaadd
Wassoon
Two Bank Robbers Killed in Tacoma Bank Raid
In Tacoma Washington two alleged bank bandits were killed during an attempted robbery at the Ititexlay bank. Sheriff E Nelson reported the incident. William Trost a Buckley cigar merchant was shot and listed in critical condition. VT Hagen a painter was grazed by a bullet.
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Tacoma
Wash
Buckley
Here
Ititexlay
Mareshal E. Nelson
William, Trost
Cigar Marchant
Hagen
Painter
Flood Devastation Strikes Galicia and Silesia
Widespread floods devastate Galicia and Silesia with rivers overflowing and villages submerged. Fifteen children reportedly drowned while attempting to cross a stream near Mar Jampol as families face widespread destruction and ongoing danger.
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Galicia
Sileata
Drowns While Playing Near Burlington River
A four year old boy from Drowns near Burlington after slipping into nine feet of water while playing along the river. Parents and rescuers searched the area until the child was recovered, taken to hospital and pronounced dead.
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Ivhei
Burlington
Bily Lila
Wan
Murtington
Hia
Mle
A. Pulmalae
Symington Names Diverse Salt in New York Lease
An unclear report notes Symington arrangements in New York involving diverse parties. The article mentions Thomas of Brooklyn, Junie Poind, Inventora and several others in a disputed division with clarke and Mri. Details on dates, locations, and outcomes remain obscured.
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Symington
New York
Thomas
Bkynington
Junie Poind
Newal
Inventora
Cempy
Dhe Clarke
Mri
Qda
Atk
Body recovered years after the Bay Marong building collapse
Eleventh body recovered as rescue teams identify Montieva and Sinta Berbara amid a wartime style rescue at the Bay Marong building site. Authorities report ongoing efforts to locate further remains and determine the cause of the disaster.
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Sinta Berbara
Cal—Tie
Montieva
Enelieer
Bay Marong Bulting
Warreayurcal
Vilna
Grand Jury Indicts Mont Oil Promoter In Federal Case
A fractured report describes a grand jury indictment against Campbell a Mont oil promoter accused of defrauding the public by misrepresentation of assets and role. It notes charges of securities fraud related to a failed oil promotion and federal connections with possible promotion ties and warrants. The document references U S Department of Justice involvement and pending actions against Campbell.
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Sholane
Ordon Campbell
Moilaiasol
Fedaridi Gratia
Séliones
Uolraud
Cnag
Anslica States Department of Jus
Coephel
Judetmon
Prohibition Era Reformers Push for Party Reorganization
General Andrews outlined a plan to combat corruption and curb illegal activities by reorganizing the enforcement apparatus. The proposal features retired officers and former officials guiding the effort with military background at West Point cited as context for disciplined, conscientious administration.
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Problq
Aydala
Alan
Andrews
Hag da
Fan
Andrew
Ambassador Credentials Presented By Von Hindenburg
The record notes a former American minister to Poblig and newly appointed ambassador to Goriminy presenting credentials to President von Padenwiry. Exchange of words touched on improving cordiality and continuing friendship between the nations.
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von Hindenburg
Schurman
Hamili—De
Jocob Gould Schaurman
Poblig
Goriminy
von Padenwiry
Three Killed by Train in Nebraska Incident
A fragmented report details a fatal train accident near Clarks Nebraska involving unidentified victims. The text references a Union Passenger train and a collision with a vehicle or person, with unclear names and dates. Further readable facts include location in Nebraska and the involvement of a rail line.
Sailors Trapped in Bunks Aboard Toscania at Halifax
Report details 13 crew members trapped in bunks after a distress call from the Toscania near Halifax. Cantlene of the Toscania relayed the information by wireless to head offices as rescue operations were underway.
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New York
Res
Toscania Asae
Halifax
Cantlene
Toscania
Hie
Local Coat Operators Leader Praised by Chicago Figure
Ole IWinels Coat Operator, Coburn Adams, a noted Ulinale cort operator, resides at Med wt Ng home. He is president of the Central tUrtnee Coat operators' uscela and affiliated with Peerless Coal Company.
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Iwinels
Ole
Chicago
Vintry Coburn Adams
Ulinale
Heart Dlevane
Uscela
Jfom
Peerless Coal Company
Missing Woman in Mound Area Diagnosed with Melancholin
Mrs. Olio Stanklevtz of Mound Wik is reported to be ill after two years of alias life. Doctors have diagnosed her case as due to melancholin, following an interrupted state and medical observations by local authorities.
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Aulvep
Atarligtle
Olio Stanklevtz
Mound
Wik
Hag Shaw
Doc Dors
Cal Coolidge Gains Ground In Uphill Battle For Fifty
Cal and John Cooter make progress in a tense race as ongoing efforts aim to steady support amid unclear prospects. The article notes leaders seeking calm amid rising tension and public concerns about safety.
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Cal
Coolidge
Mymouth
John Cooter
Direct Aid Directive Reaches Santa Barbara and Plymouth
A terse U S order directs aid be sent to Santa Barbara and Plymouth Vt for war relief efforts. The directive, attributed to acting War Secretary Maria Amt Secrétane Wala of the Army department, instructs officials to signal Hoswibie to deliver assistance to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara
Plymouth
Broatideny
Arting
Maria Amt Secrétane Wala
Aevy Department
Signel Hoswibie
Untitled historical note fragment from Santa Harhara region
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Santa Harhara and outside Ald Wound with unclear actions and a reopening or rebirth theme. Contains odd spellings and potential place names, offering limited readable facts about a local event or agreement. Further readable details are not present in the fragment.
Student Filer Browns Houatan Pose Taowl
A short item reports on a student filing action involving individuals named Browns Houatan and Taowl with mentions of Welly Mahl Sie Ablonty. Spas dined len bia plan fl tata Menity bay.
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Filer
Houatan
Two Guilty of Murder in Local Trial at Lecrryy Keluaide
The court at Lecrryy Keluaide found two defendants guilty in a murder case. Investigators identified the suspects as local residents Whe Shae and Andou Pelowih Bert, with proceedings concluding on a clear day. Both defendants face sentencing and possible prison time.
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Murdar Ieee
Ey Nah Andou Pelowih Bert
Lecrryy Keluaide
Iowa and Des Moines News Highlights of 1924 Events
Read about the first crop of new farm outputs, ballot recount plans, local budget talks, and upcoming public works in Polk County. The report mentions interurban bus plans, labor outlooks, population figures for Page County towns, and a July municipal auction for city improvements.
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Suminor Aggzion
Ea LG
Une Wlizenyountary Benining Ena
Dea Moines
Phe
Benmont
Abe Ayesha
Hee Anifeva
Polk Coufay
National Sewer
Webter City
Tartay
Jawa Interurban
Fort Olga
Dee Moines
Deqhare
Tin State
Page
Sories Utalutea
Hogue
Phaana
Sontragie Dal
Tivestack Falgera
Siouw
TD Roy
Variaua
Statis
Tim
Eveanegt el Gorbow
Ac Eeshmenn
Waverly
American Legion
Frey Feom
Iowa
Agricutture
Judxinis
Europe
Alephouse
Loys
NHL
Lew Theug
Gant
Boa
Eleitings Eatatet Hunters AG
Berens
Ex Bandit Cabin Now Radio Church at Gilcrest
In Font Nevada near the old Gilbert mine, locals recall the cave known as the Guave’s ruin where prospectors met in the past. Sunday gatherings moved to a new radio church site as old hopes faded and scenes of mining era memory linger amid changed names and renewed sermons.
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Gilbert
Reyert
Tony
Indian Bride Paddles to U S for Mate Belief
Vera, an Indigenous woman living near the Toa an Indian reservation, travels with a Spanish suitor to Algononne seeking marriage. She faces trial under migration laws after crossing waters with possible alias use, while authorities pursue the case and identity details remain unclear.
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U.S
Mate Betratt
Cupid
Roma
J. Senney
Wien Fern Cassel
Vera
Hes Peane
Wale Pote Bitnad
Binaly
Insoith Agi
Algonne
Kido Tanug
Brooklyn Trolleys Open Smoking for Women and Men
A brief article reports trolley cars in Brooklyn allowing both women and men to smoke, noting changing social norms and debates on smoking in public transport. Various voices discuss convenience, etiquette, and potential impacts on riders as reforms gather attention.
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Brooklyn
New York
Gerplastonia
Turknest
Ekirkness
Vatkaness Alto
Puppies Chase Hen Mother Fron Barnyard
Fragmented text shows puppies pursuing a hen near a barnyard setting. The readable lines describe a tense scene with a hen and puppies interacting while a nearby speaker mentions actions and outcomes. The garbled OCR obscures exact details and names.
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Bia Te
Fara
Cig
Mr. MeHg
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Coto
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