23 May 1902
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
1
A massive blaze in Chicago destroys a refinery plant and adjacent factories near Portner Avenue and Armour Street. The disaster leaves hundreds homeless or in danger, with 2,000 workers evacuated and injuries reported as flames rage through the plant and surrounding structures.
A garbled account describes a fatal incident linked to a play and a complicated romance. The fragment mentions Oregon, Wisconsin, medical figures, and a sequence of travels from New Orleans to North Dakota, with references to marriages, tickets, and a Pacific canal voyage. The piece is heavily corrupted but centers on a fatality connected to a theatrical event and ensuing inquiries.
A Venezuelan incident near La Quayra involves a party and a tense telegram exchange. Authorities reported threats against public order amid unrest. No injuries confirmed, investigations underway with local officials coordinating responses.
Reported fragments describe a mining sector labor dispute with union calls and political comments. Mentions Mitchell and public figures, threats of a strike, and discussions of possible actions by workers and officials. The text is garbled but centers on wage and job security tensions and potential stoppage.
A St Louis story recounts Mrs Klein losing six to six thousand four hundred dollars after fiancé deceived her at a Chicago area restaurant. The engagement collapses as key accomplices including a proprietor and a waiter are named, with the crime described amid a broader tale of betrayal and ruined finances.
Fragmented report describes New Jersey residents enraged by the death of Marietta Chnt. They vow to pursue the killer and seek justice amid unclear details and garbled text. The piece mentions a suspect linked to a bicycle encounter and a cited beer or wine context.
A Washington dispatch discusses wartime actions and regulatory tension amid labor, hospital, and military strains. It notes officials seeking policy guidance and references past wartime labor and administrative adjustments, with caution over evolving security procedures and public service posts.
Disjointed notes describe a general strike in support of a movement, with references to European nations and named individuals including a senior physician from Lexington. The text mentions deaths by self harm, military troop movements to occupy a location in Europe, and a connection to President Linton’s family.
A deadly fire engulfed a residence injuring a 2 year old and fatally burning a mother and father. Neighbors recalled cries for help as flames consumed the home. Authorities investigated the cause and addressed rescue efforts during the blaze at the Tagobswe dwelling.
The article discusses calls to convene the legislature to allocate funds for a school building project. It cites estimates of 27,680 dollars for temporary structures and 10,000 more for related needs, against only 3,000 dollars in the contingency fund. Officials debate whether to use contingent or permanent appropriations and the executive council’s stance on delaying or denying the plan.
A blaze near Salix, around 4 o clock on Wednesday, destroyed about 380 dollars worth of goods and 150 dollars of wood furniture, with a wood shed and shanty burned. Fire started during threshing work by Weigle after clearing nearby crag, drawing a large crowd and excitement from Salix residents.
A new paper casket factory will be established in Missouri Valley creating many jobs for kilted workers. Initial weekly output reaches about $10,000, with production named Post native paper crates, signaling a novel and durable product from paper.
Humboldt resident Wot. Standen, described as wealthy, was robbed of about 3,000 dollars in cash and securities at a Minneapolis station on Sunday night. The assailants, two men outside and a fourth inside his vest, snatched money and notes as Standen tried to board a train to Dakota after selling a large farm.
The article reports the death of Prof. William Witchs of Vernon after plunging into a sand pile and suffering severe injuries from an explosion caused by gas. It notes his prior role as principal of Mt. Vernon and former position at Gin West Dre Moines, with details of the rescue and aftermath.
Remarkable case exposes a pistol being used by a sinister figure Ancea. The tale weaves through Pleasant, Linville, Tah, and Minsea with references to probate actions and a Northwest accident. Dispatcher Gieters retires after investigation. B B Fos promoted.
Jowan Mek, disgusted with law firms and their failure to win his suit, plans to represent himself in district court. He fought for his sister’s $950,000 estate against executors Robert and Saancy Eckfons, seeking recovery after a lengthy legal battle that climbed through higher courts.
Five children were among those struck by a passenger train near Tyne Rock Island shore. A girl named Aweda Furcel and companions were gathering along the tracks when the car’s guard halted them. Attempts to free a trapped child failed as the group fled toward safety. The pilot and guard assisted as the engine dragged the fallen.
Fragmented despatches report murder charges against Edward Bennin and others linked to a shooting death in a Milwaukee area. The pieces reference a Des Moines auditor’s computations about city and county expenses reaching 100000 dollars and unpaid bills. Separate items note church openings in Des Moines Me and a public library dedication in Grinnell.
The article details a complex Supreme Court dispute from Inge County involving Sarah and W. E. Whitongl, with trial and appellate paths through the state system. It recounts a collision on a line between the Ca bie and St. Louis Railroad, claims of injury, and debates over liability, damages, and court reversals. The piece touches on implications for property rights and coal site access, plus references to broader legislative and educational funding issues in the state.
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