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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1902
Page
6
A chaotic scene near Lenox features President Theodore Roosevelt alighting from his carriage when an electric car strikes the party, killing two bystanders and injuring Governor Crane and Secretary Elmer Ansell. The president resumes his journey to Lenox as medical aid tends to the injured and a tense crowd gathers.
Eyewitnesses describe a tragic accident on the Pittsfield line as the presidential party's carriage is struck by an electric car near Lenox. Casualties include the President and several aides. the motor crew and passengers suffer injuries. The party then proceeds to Stockbridge amid widespread shock.
The weekly agricultural summary reports drought and heat effects across the northern and western regions, noting delayed crop maturation in the Missouri and Ohio Valley areas, rain shortages in the Atlantic and Gulf regions, and cooler conditions along the Pacific coast. It covers corn progress in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wisconsin, mentions potash needs, tobacco curing, and general moisture impacts. It also notes Wright’s report on labor strife advocating a joint conciliation committee to address grievances between miners and operators.
The census shows exports rising over 30 percent and manufacturing imports quadrupling. Farm wealth grows from 12.0 to 120.4 billion while farm product value climbs to 3.764 billion. Manufacturing plants double to 253,000 with output over 13.0 trillion. workers rise to 6.739 million as steel production and copper use soar.
Governor Stone of Pennsylvania signals readiness to call the Legislature to enact compulsory arbitration between labor and employers. He argues a swift, binding law would protect life and property, avert broader strikes, and settle disputes without lengthy labor stoppages. He stresses public safety and societal duties over individual interests.
The Brooklyn and three other vessels including the Dismpla Puritan and Mayflower ran aground on an uncharted rock near Wort Rodman Bay while pursuing plans of the venture crew. Crew maintained discipline as hatches were closed and the ship withdrew to anchor. No fatalities reported though vessel sustained limited damage and possible minor flooding was addressed.
The article reports that Czarina Ge Russia WNO is gravely ill, noting her age about 30, as mother of four. It references her role as Alexandra Alix and her marriage links to the Duke of Hesse, highlighting alleged influence on the young emperor's life and policy and the gravity of her position.
The United States railway mileage has surpassed 200000 miles with 1901 figures at about 109625 miles and mid 1902 construction reaching 200s of miles. Through six months 1902 about 1400 miles added, with Oklahoma and Indian Territory tied at 211 miles, New Mexico at 100, and Florida nearing 100 miles.
A fragmentary recap describes Frances Mossell attempting suicide by river plunge in Kansas City Kansas and fishermen pulling her from the Kaw. It notes coal miner George Pandexter killed in Verner during work on No 10 shaft and other oblique references to boxy figures, rail and banking mentions, and drownings in Bridgeton New Jersey.
A formal appeal to President Roosevelt from business leaders in the anthracite region urges Gen Gobin to order troops to fire on strikers, while the Morgan arbitration plan is debated. The document warns of bloodshed and questions J P Morgan's power, seeking presidential intervention to halt the juggernaut.
The Chicago area faces discussion on the pay of city and county treasurers with figures suggesting the County Treasurer handles about 330 million in funds and the City Treasurer oversees large deposits. Estimates place yearly interest and totals around 150 to 260 thousand for individuals and up to 1 million for the four year term, amid calls to scrutinize high compensation.
Abilene Kansas city officials awarded a sewer project contract for fifteen thousand dollars. A listing mentions The Dem Motel in Cologne Germany sold for eleven million eight hundred ten thousand dollars to an American. A drowning incident is reported in Lake Tahoe, California involving RP Brunee. Roosevelt was noted in West Point assignments alongside Craig Harris, son of Baten Farris ofavens.
The Democratic candidate for governor of Michigan Judge George L Durand has been seriously ill for two weeks with a brain clot and related complications. Friends say his condition improved briefly but remains uncertain as doctors monitor his progress. Durand, a respected jurist, has faced public scrutiny yet retains strong support from party leaders and colleagues.
Labor Day events drew huge crowds from Chicago to Kansas City and San Francisco. Parades featured unions, bands, and charity contributions. speakers praised labor progress while noting ongoing mining and railway struggles amid economic strain and mandatory closings in some cities.
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