Fire at Madison Lincoln Hotel Kills Fourteen in Chicago
Chicago dispatch reports fourteen people died in a blaze at the Lincoln hotel on Madison Street at 6 this morning. Most victims jumped from windows while firefighters and police battled the flames. several guests remain unaccounted for. Victims include Davenport residents Yocum and Carey among others. The hotel suffered little structural damage, and rescue efforts continued as bodies were recovered.
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Chicago
Lincoln Hotel
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Rebels Defeated After Heavy Fighting in Venmour
Advices from Tan report Sultan's forces defeating rebels in Venmour territory after intense combats. The sultan narrowly escaped capture, with heavy losses on the rebel side. the pretender to the throne named Taetal and Ons suffered total losses, and wharf property values are estimated at $20,000.
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Taeta
RAIL TRAGEDY KILLS TWO MEN IN SUNBRIGHT WRECK
The Cincinnati Southern passenger train from Cincinnati to Chattanooga derailed near Sunbright Tennessee at 5 a.m. Five coaches burned. Fireman Mau ri Elliott of Chattanooga and Express Messenger Richard Hel of Covington Kentucky died. Several others injured or burned, including clerks and engineers. The wreck involved a freight train left on the main line, and a fatal crash ensued as the passenger train collided with a detached machinery car near the siding.
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Mraui Elliott
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John T. Saxson
Eter Weit
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Frank Conners
Somerset
Owen Card
J. W. ‘Taylor
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Michard Helm
Sunbelzhy
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Premier Speaks to Hostile Cape Town Assembly
In Cape Town Premier Speelee faced a hostile crowd over policy. Disapproval was so strong no confidence vote was proposed as he defended his stance amid shouts and calls of Judas. Local reactions showed deep national tension on the issue.
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Nations Brace for Possible Venezuela Conflict Over Debts
London reports Great Britain and Germany plan naval pressure to force Venezuela to pay debts owed to German and British subjects. A Castro response threatens trade embargo and possible war, with further moves including a blockade and seizure of property if demands are not met.
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Caxton
Turmoil in Venezuela Sparks US Intervention Debate
From Port of Spain Trinidad the emerging view outlines a new revolutionary campaign center in Caracas under General Matos with battles at La Victoria and Ciudad Solivar. Some factions seek US intervention while Castro's regime touts military resilience and division among rival generals. An uneasy optimism colors claims that Marxs core support spans most of the country, despite internal discord and external pressure.
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Washington
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Germany
Colombia
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Banker’s Clerk Ends His Life in a Tragic Act
In Philadelphia Edwin Dew A Howard, treasurer of the Columbia Shipping Co and confidential clerk at G Cuman & Co bankers and brokers, died by a night shoot. No motive or cause is known for the act.
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Sulette
Condition of Tom Reed Attends ex Speaker Reed
Washington reports ex Speaker Thomas B Reed in frail condition after an attack of catarrhal appendicitis. Temperature fluctuated from 103 to 101.25. Dr. MacDonald held morning consultation. no immediate surgical interference required. Reed rests comfortably, with uncertainty about future need for surgery.
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Cleveland Eight-Hour Labor Law Declared Unconstitutional
Ohio Supreme Court rules the eight hour labor statute unconstitutional in the case of Cleveland vs Clement Bros. The decision affirms that the city may impose penalties for violations, but the higher court overturned earlier fines and judgments. The Tower company dispute framed the legal questions before the court.
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Governor Yates Jo Recuperate in Florida
Governor Yates continues to recuperate in Florida accompanied by Mrs. Yates. He is improving rapidly though not yet fully satisfied with his pace of recovery. The report notes travel plans in early December and a cautious return to duties.
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Yates
Plorist
Miners Hear Testimony as Settlement Talks Rise
In Bronton on December 4 the miners strike commission heard testimony from six witnesses including Mitchell, two photographers, and two practical miners. The session focused on wages and prices, with photographers detailing worker homes in the Hazleton area and miners testifying that a 20 percent wage rise did not drive coal prices up per ton. The debate hints at possible out of court settlement as both sides show no definite negotiation steps yet.
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Reaa
Sti Peither
Tomer
Fle St
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Mitchell
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Coxe Mines
Spains of the Coxe Collieries Wage Injustice Case
Testimony in a Coxe collieries inquiry highlights pay disparities. Witnesses describe miners earning meager wages, with workers often facing long hours and dangerous conditions without extra hazard pay. Mae Waterss sul and Mae Boland recount hardships, including families relying on meager earnings to survive.
U. S. Minister to Japan Dies in Washington
A cablegram from Washington reports the death of Alfred J. Buck of Georgia, the United States minister to Japan, who died suddenly today. The obituary notes his assignment and service in diplomatic duties with Japan.
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Alfred J. Buck
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Morrissey Denies Unauthorized Railway Reports
Morrissey, leader of the Brotherhood of Railway Neammuen, rejects Chicago reports claiming 70,000 iron workers formed a federation for a united concerted drive against railway companies. He says conferences by railway labor reps in Chicago are not about a unified plan and that a movement is only contemplated. Dec. 4 Grand[]
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Bse
Costly Business of a Chicago Man in Fraud Case
The article reports a Chicago man, John H. Danton, facing multiple charges related to fraudulent use of mail and advertising schemes. Proceedings include a postponed ruling on a new trial, pleas entered, and references to interstate commerce ads and fines or payments in relation to government costs.
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Zelia Returns Home and Speaks on Press Scrutiny
A fragmentary tale recalls Zelia returning to town amid rumors and media scrutiny. She offers little detail about experiences, citing a desire to study drama under Miss Willard, planning to work hard and join the stage when ready, and denying elopement rumors as unfounded.
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Militia Bill Favored Without Amendment
Washington reports the senate committee on military affairs favored a militia reorganization bill passed by the house without amendment. The house appropriations panel approved a pension bill totaling 139,547,600 dollars, about 5,370 more than the prior year, with confirmations pending for several judicial nominees.
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Senate Committee On Military Affairs
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House Appropriations Cormitten
Rail wrecks claim lives on distant lines in December
A chaotic report details a Pan Handle work train and a passenger coach plunging from an embankment near Nortonville and Talede. One passenger, Mrs Iro, is seriously injured while seven others sustain minor injuries. A guard or engineer dies and several crew members are said to have perished or been burned amid the wrecks.
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James Cavutt
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Joseph Maguire
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Marty Small
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Talede
Rock Island Declares Its Quarterly Dividend
Rock Island announces a quarterly dividend, detailing payout amount and payment date. Company officials emphasize continued earnings strength and shareholder value as part of the fiscal update.
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Nempany
Knife Ended the Dispute in Grand Rapids area
A fight at a Corinth corner grocery 15 miles south of Grand Rapids left Frank Gillen alleged to have cut Will Allen, who was wounded but expected to recover. Gillen was arrested after the assault ending with a hat-cutting flourish. Allen’s condition described as likely to recover.
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James Lloyd
Evan Roberts
Tein
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Howard Lear
James Loyd
Thomas Rilley
Theopen
Ivan Roberts
Corinth
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