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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1903

Page

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Death Toll From Grand Trunk Circus Collision

Aug. in Derand Michigan reports list of dead and injured after a Grand Trunk circus train collision. Names include James Tof felmire, James McCarthy, A W Large, John Purcell, Harry St. Clair, John Sears, Andrew Howland, Frank Thorp, George Smith, and many others. Coroner and jury set to reconvene Aug. 14. Also notes widespread atmospheric disturbance causing animal and livestock deaths in the region.

Derand Mich Grand Tromk Wallace Hrox Riis Aro Morgan Furrer James Toffelmire Owent James McCarthy Grand Teunk A.W. Large Grand ‘Fronk Battle Creek John Purcell Pers Ind Hows Late Larson Cambridge Thomas Stake and Chain Gang Harry St. Clair John Sears Speinfield Ring Tnilianapolis Tyeleens Rares Lore Loulaville

Fire in Indiana coal mine endangers workers

At the Dickson coal mine in Linton Indiana on August 5 a fire damaged the electric light plant and spread to the mine where about 200 men were working. Fire officials fear many may perish if the blaze is not controlled quickly.

Linton Ind Dickson Horn Ames

Appalling Wreck at Tan gle Yard Trunk Line Event

A mangled wreck scene followed a collision in the Tan gle yard where an engine and four cars were derailed. Rescue teams rushed in as six injured died before 2:20 a.m. and elephants and camels occupied a wrecked car while townspeople and nurses worked to extract victims and tend the injured.

Siclang

Convicts Escape From Ohio Jail In Circus Train Crash

A morning escape from an Ohio jail involved convicts including Lewis Harmen and S. Foue enn Viets cutting a bar and escaping. The accompanying circus train wreck occurred when brakes failed and cars collided near Grand Trunk yards. Animals were killed or escaped, trainers contained the beasts, and the crash startled the town as the rear engine braked unsuccessfully.

Columbus Oliv Avs Foue Phants Thei Thie Var Simons Grand Trunk Probst Battle Creek

Responsibility for Wreck Says Engineer's Fault

In a Milwaukee Durand area wreck report officials dispute responsibility. They fault Engineer Probst for failing to stop in time though brakes allegedly refused. The head brakeman and fireman support Probst’s claim, while the safety report says air brakes tested and functional. A fast Milwaukee and St Paul passenger train collided with a light engine near Capron, injuring the engineer and shaking passengers.

Sis Fisher Probst Air Drake Gene al FH. McGuigin Probmt Astraf Trownler Probat Checkle Capron Town

Two Lives Prize In The Enemy Is Captured

In Cynthiana Kentucky on August eight the second trial of Curtis Jett and Thomas White for the murder of Thomas B. Mar cum reached a rest point after eleven days of testimony. The Commonwealth rested at 4 p m and the defense declared its case closed. Arguments to begin next day with rebuttals on law and witness credibility. Witnesses for rebuttal testified to the good character of B J Ewen and contested others claims. The case remains in progress with court adjourned for further proceedings.

Cynthiena Commonwealth of Kentucky Curtis Jett Thomas White Thomas B. Marcum Commonwealth Osborne Wanniveh Robert Davidson Abner Eversol Jamen By Little Abe Short J.T. Rolin Robert Falkerson Hardin Childers Wiley Combs

Caled Powers or Ta Tuk Font Georgetown Trial

The third trial of ex Secretary of State Caleb Powers for complicity in the Goebel murder saw the defense move to discharge the panel after affidavits alleging partisan selection and discrimination. Motions to object to the panel and to question the jury’s partisanship were overruled. A special plan of partisan action was discussed, and arguments centered on the validity of a pardon by Governor W. S. Taylor to Powers.

Georgetown Caleb Powers Goebel W. 8 Taylor Powers

Gen Young Commands the United States Army

Gen Young assumes command of the United States Army at noon in Washington. Windy Atlantic Highlands reports Shamrock outsprinted by two minutes and fifteen seconds over fifteen miles to the outer mark. Shamrock wins by four minutes six seconds. In Chicago, James R. Crocker, VP of Sutherland Company, shot by a constable after dispute over rent. Crocker wounded in groin and scalp. Burlington trip: Representatives Cannon Bible and others depart for a weeklong auto journey terminating at Mount Washington.

Washington Young United States Army Atlantic Highlands Shamrock Shamrock T Chicago James R. Crocker Sutherland of Company Constable 4 Redmiddling Crocker Bull Crocker Burlington Joseph G. Cannon J. C. Bible Pennsyvania Valcour N. Y Vreeland Emerson and Hemingway New York Mount Washington White Mountains

Married on Banter Proves Profitable in South County

Albert Rath and Beatrice Merritt wedded after a party of foundation folk urged the match. A friend offered a house, another furnished rooms, and pledges were made. The couple soon received a house and furnishings as gifts, following the marriage proposal.

Albert Rath Beatrice Merrit Mixa Merritt

Farmers Society Plans Large Event in Guillen County

The Farmers Society of Berrien County prepares for Lakeside gathering with likely 10 000 attendees. The group formed twenty years ago to protect against horse theft and has a history of rapid rider arrests and swift justice.

Guillen Mich Berrien Lakeside Anne

Teenager confronts theft taunts before suicide attempt at river bridge

Annie Durrenberger, 14, of 300 River Street, after a $5 theft from a guest at her mother's home, climbed the Kimball Street bridge railing over the Fox River. A passerby urged her not to jump, but she vowed to try again as neighbors taunted her, leaving authorities to intervene.

Ang Annie Durrenberger Rosin Durrenberger River Street Kimball Street Fox River

Lightning Time Special Breaks All Railway Records

The Lightning Time special train carried Henry P. Lowe chief engineer of United States Steel from New York to Los Angeles in 73 hours 21 minutes over routes via the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe and a 3200 mile Atlantic to Pacific run. The Chicago to Los Angeles leg averaged 42.7 miles per hour including stops, breaking records. A family tragedy delayed Lowe’s return as his year old daughter died during the trip. Speed reached 75 mph on some stretches, with a final arrival in Los Angeles marked by the celebratory reception.

Los Angeles Cal Henry P. Lowe United States Steel Corporation la Grande Atlantic Pacific Lowe New York Chicago Moreaman Hive Tim Ty Lowe Ina Low Angelon Hile Te Vaile Chilcago Missouri Wansiee la Junta Colo Tix Reachine San Bernardino Alve Los Aneles Tostax Suto la Hon Westminster Hotel Entitl Keron A. C R. Descork United Sun Steel Corporation

mob scene report from Tillboro ends in jail transfer

A chaotic mob of about 100 white men mobbed a location attempting to attack a Black man named Magnuril Harkony after a white girl was assaulted. The hero was seized and taken to Chitticotte by authorities as the mob dispersed, with the assailant later confined in jail.

Tillsboro Olin Chitticotte

Miscreants Fire Railroad Bridge Near Oraville

Two men were seen setting fire to a trestle on the Mobile and Otitoville road near Oraville. Albert com of Mount Carbon reported the incident as he walked from Mure phiyxhoro to visit his sister. They attacked him when discovered. Morgen es caped, shots were fired, and the would‑be arsonists fled toward Oraville. No trace of the incendiaries remained after a rapid response by a foreman and a party of men.

Morgen Oraville Morgan Tt Ens

Favorable Condition of Trade Advices Report

New York August SR G Dun and Coca Weekly Review of Trade notes widespread favorable trade conditions, rising transport volumes, and strong manufacturing activity. Crop reports are mixed, costs lower in July due to meats and food, contracts rise, but some purchases delayed. There were 178 commercial failures in the United States, 11 Canadian, with year over year comparisons mixed.

New York Dun & Coca Weekly Review of Trade Tess Favorade United States Canada

Governor Yates names new commissioners in Will county notice

Governor Yates announced the appointment of commissioners including George W Williams and others in Will county. The governor also named John H. Scanze as public administrator for Will county.

Gidy George Wilymm Chicago Catswell Merliris Witham Goriener John H. Sacnze Will County

New Airship Fails to Fly or Swim in Potomac

Windewater Wisconsin reports a Langley airship failed during takeoff and remained in the Potomac after splashing down. It was recovered significantly damaged. A separate item lists indictments for public jail defiance with multiple names. In Alabama a highway robbery conviction led to executions.

Windewater Ave Langley Potomac River Corse

Trial spars over vast inheritance case and threats

In a crowded trial a dispute over large inheritance grows heated as Therese Huiberts and her husband face charges related to a contested estate. Prosecution alleges financial manipulation and alleged intimidation as relatives and buyers weigh claims and remedies in court.

Pacis Mig Vegan Tulay Therese Huiberts Predesiek Anit Lee Varina Furieny Swinllings Wits Willimalevs Craweferd

Windstorm damages Kansas towns injure 25

A severe windstorm struck several Kansas towns causing property damage and injuring 25 people. Storms tore roofs and downed trees, with crews assessing effects in Paras Ware and surrounding areas. Local officials warned residents to seek shelter and avoid dangerous debris until repairs could begin.

Dah o Town Doomed to Destruction Amid Fire

A fragmented early report describes a blaze in Dah o Town near Spokane causing near total destruction. The chaos involves local crews, uncertain control lines, and warnings of extensive damage to structures and surroundings.

Cardinal Gibbons Shows Considerable Improvement

Cardinal Gibbons is considerably improved after an illness that kept him away from public duties. He believes the condition began last Wednesday and he has been careful in his recovery, aiming to resume engagements soon.

Cardinal Gibbons Gibbons

Market tone falters amid sobering overseas cues

The New York stock market shows weak sentiment as foreign events weigh on prices. Traders cite unsettled international conditions and uneven demand across sectors, with notable declines in several leading issues and cautious activity ahead of key economic updates.

International lawn tennis trophy clash in vivid set scores

Heitish pairty F and J Doherty defeat RD and GL Wrenn for the United States flag, three sets to two. 4,000 spectators at Longwood Cricket Club witness a 72 06 24 se scoreline. Record now two to one in favor of the challengers.

Boston Aux. S

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