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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1901

Page

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Lynch Attempt At Carrollton Jail Sparks Standoff

A mob of 300 white men broke into Carrollton jail to seize a negro named Williams awaiting execution for murder. Sheriff Morrill fired, wounding two men, one fatally, as officers protected the cell. Militia was ordered as fear of lynching grows and the sentence was delayed by an appeal. In Michigan, Rep Michael Doyle died after ingesting carbolic acid at Edith Mirs hotel home.

Carrollton Williams Sherif Morrill Sherif Williama John Ward Michigan Lansing Michh Jane Michael Doyle Aton County House of Representatives Edith Mirs Hotel Domestic St Joseph

Medical Men Urge Return of Army Canteen

Doctors advocate reinstating the army post exchange arguing it serves discipline and morale. they warn abolition would affect army welfare and logistics.

Congress Army

Keene's Cap and Belis Wins Oaks Stake at Epsom

Cap and Belis 11 owned by Foxwall P. Keene won the Oaks stake at Epsom today for 1500 sovereigns. St. Binette, owned by Lora Kelescer, finished second with Minnie Dee of Richard Croker third. The race covered one mile and a half.

Keene Epsom London Cap and Belis Foxwall P. Keene Lora Kelescer St. Binette Richard Croker Minnie Dee Anty

Unidentified man killed after being thrown from train near Barrington

A 25 year old stranger was hurled from a blind bergage passenger car on the Union Pacific near the Barrington viaduct and died. Three men believed to be his companions were arrested and charged with the crime.

Sidney Nob Union Pacific Barrington Viaduct

Fire In Lexington Wipes Out Cooper Shop As Others Threatened

A major fire in Lexington Kentucky destroys the Wots cooperative shop and threatens sixteen nearby houses and two equates as flames run wild this afternoon with control lost.

Lexington Wots Cooper Shop

Panic in Spain Crushes Many in Barcelona

A cor pus Christi procession in Barcelona sparked panic when burning paper dropped on a balcony. The crowd feared a bomb and a crushing crush injured about 100 people. The chaotic scene followed a controversial succession dispute among Native American leaders including Dr Powell and Little Soldier. A stolen horse-plate and carriage theft were also reported.

Spain Barcelona Rome

Funeral follows wedding eight months after ceremony

Flora Papon and Thou Aflen Sulit ofbod Fosapotis married eight months ago in Crawfontenville. Typhoid fever struck shortly after, leading to the bride’s death last Friday. The funeral, held at the church, drew mourners as pallbearers and floral banners preceded the casket. The Odd Fellows honored the family at the graveside beside the father’s grave.

Crawfonteville Flora Papon Sulit Fuapotis Thalilens Sylvia Pusan Marguerite A. W. Runyan G. P Pusan Odd Fellows

Grand Rapids Boodle Case Opens With Cameron Denial

Grand Rapids Mich July 7 Attorney says Cameron innocent and witnesses in hoodie investigation released after grand jury examination. Proceedings halted work of grand jury temporarily. Cameron to remain in New York amid threats. solicitors seek nolle prosequi to bring respondent before grand jury. testimony expected on forged checks and Water deal links. Cameron asserts no involvement by him.

Cameron Grand Rayils Garvan Robert Cameron New York Perry Arene Newnham Hennre New York Tv Ord Ajram Caimeron Otumeran Simon Seavietta

Insane Episode During Travel Shocks Wisconsin Station

A man described as Jeoteseia from Wis was reported to go insane while traveling and caused a violent scene at a Northwestern station in Unity on Wednesday. He was detained for treatment at Penrose and later transported to Chicago for further care. Authorities described the episode as a panic and chaos among bystanders.

Wis Tassrange staUen Chicago

Veiled Lady Arrested In Conspiracy Murder Case

A controversial figure, Mies Vinn Starvey, known as the Seefied lady, was arrested as part of uncovering a conspiracy tied to the murder of Constable Boyd. The trial of Rutledge and Stlee ended with a guilty verdict. other notes mention Danton, railroad incidents, and maritime news from Boston and Cleveland.

Fasonto Vorante Ut. Daue Thomas Jones Mies Vinn Starvey Dretriad Boyd Uchicago Rutledge Stlee

Tariff Debate Highlights Ganton Views in Washington

Washington discussion on tariff and trusts features Rep. Robert W. Tayler of Ohio and George Gunton of New York Institute of Social Economics. Tayler argues for a protective tariff without broad trust concessions while Gunton supports freer trade shifts.

Washington Noma Robert W. ‘Tayler Ohio George Gunton New York Institute of Social Economics Tayler Congress Taylor Wise Taser United States Inter Evan Livingston Leon di Taylor Alte Stat Steel Company

Infuriated Citizens Afteta Brute Report

Fractured OCR notes describe angry townsfolk after a brutal incident near Dover Missouri. A farmer’s daughter was seized by a band and hidden in woods, but the child was later found alive. Local efforts to capture suspects intensified amid fear.

Fosepy Dover Securinie Tiventy Ix Vity George Pixon Farwer Gogo

Waldersee Leaves Pekin for Berlin Dispatches Report

A Japanese dispatch notes General Waldersee plans leaving China via Tokyo for Berlin. It mentions strict travel restrictions between German contingents, and a large German unit accompanying the party. The report also references a recent clash and a Low Encampment in Dubuque. Col Frank Miske dies at 72 in Lincoln after stomach illness.

Berlin von Wallersee Comimbander-Lnecier Sedny Iin China Toklo Lowa Dubuque Grand Aray Council of Administration W. Mcfilroy Keokuk William Twan Tipton G. J. Godfrey

Mysterious Switch Links Washington Money Order Mixup

The tale centers on a mysterious switch sent via a money order route from Indianapolis to Washington. Columbus postmaster William Stevens explains to deputy auditor Neal Chew how a blonde witch figure triggered misdirection, causing confusion about a package containing a money order switch and its reporters across papers nationwide. Stevens must report to explain how the envelope was forwarded as a camel case, affecting the department’s records.

Washington Jullinnn Town Indianapolis Yortafilce Department William Stevena Columbus Ind Columbus Postellion Stevens Iin Offi Wiltets Die Veter Enme Chew Itu

Locomotive Engine Tests Highlight Costs and Skills

In a discussion led by Samuel W. Jolie, the Incentive Department head, the United States and British locomotive trials are explored. The Midland Railway and American makers compare costs, efficiency, and conditions, noting Americans can build engines as well as Britons but market factors differ.

London Lune Crowe Nepal Dounson Didiwrnue Prieto Ernest Paeto Midland Staihway Company Hshonsetthy United States Midland Railway Company World Pathe

Trains Collision Near Vicksburg Injures Nine

A head on collision between two Mississippi Valley passenger trains north of Vicksburg left nine injured, three seriously. Engineer Carey Jones and Clerk W. J. Harve were among the injured, with Miss Mare Doughty of Nacogdoches Texas listed as the most seriously hurt.

Vickeburs Mississippi Valley Vicksburg Carey Jones KS. Lapetin Qaguman W. J. Harve Wint Mare Doughty Nacogdoches Tex

Consul Haggis Seeks Oatmeal Cake Victory Abroad

Report from Consul Hurela in Washington outlines German interest in a U S delicacy, advocating a campaign to popularize oatmeal cakes as a wholesome, cheap food. He argues cattle and bread offerings could be replaced, promoting corn bread and oatmeal in German markets and expositions.

Wasmazton Hurela Geriwing Togansport Boys Library Lexansport Ind Ely Shoot Board Biddle Library Athudin

Old Officers Re elected at Canal Court Meeting

June 7 meeting of the Lillwals and Michigan canal court renamed most officers. New superintendent Madyonald, assistant superintendent Keough, chief clerk Cavett, stenographer Thompson, captain repair board Biwick, with Towse and Tatiet among others.

Lillwals and Michigan Canal LW AE Lockprt Iss Madyonald Willam Keough Vhief W. Cavett Morris J. Thompson Boar Charles A. Biwick George Towse

Murder at the Hands of Soldiers in Philippine Conflict

Fragmented report describes the death of Assistant Paymaster Artin Plevedanit Ane F-Malie terest Athi, amid allegations of drunken soldiers and a clash that ruptured a blood vessel. Mentions Major Arthur, government treasure, and a controversial postwar dispute over Amalgam manufacturing. Officials and doctors noted attempts to save lives amid a chaotic scene and a publicized aftermath involving Milwaukee negotiations.

Artin Plevedanit Soseiotanhy Mellipiones Wien Emil Bloe Rupert Ulin Weneet Elie Elye Iyi Arthur Philippines Mike Wilew Lantise Korbin Elope Ty Bilwoodt Iver Welton Walle Bey Pandemoniatin

Incendiary Signs Reported In East Fourth Mishuwaku

Investigators describe scattered incendiary signs around East Fourth Street in Mishuwaku after a disturbance linked to Abe and Mrs. Cromwell Cleveland Trou tele hone. Fire-related damage noted at a garden dose scene with cushions and buggy fabrics scorched. A workman named Clevebrud faced a quarrel. claims of involvement denied.

Supe Abe Cromwell Cleveland Ani Rank Weber Buss

Lightning and Storm Hit Various Localities Across Regions

Reported lightning strikes and storms caused damage in multiple locales. A schoolhouse near Attleton received a strike injuring students. a barn shelter near South Port caused shock and panic. a jail site near Wis. port inmates fled during the quake-like shock. Numerous trees were felled and property damaged as the storm moved through Cedar and surrounding areas. Weather conditions disrupted travel with trains derailed and crops harmed.

Tattleton Theur Duving Sehiodl von Held Servent Portsmouth Tne Robert Lawson South Ports Montiy Wis Jane Uty

Court weighs habeas corpus in new construction writ

The Supreme Court weighs a writ of habeas corpus as part of a Willan Meare case and orders a new construction review. Details mention prisoner detention, consideration of charges, and interpretations of habeas corpus provisions with references to related legal figures and ongoing court actions.

al Om Hriwaner Tora Hales Corp Sprinaguivld Fee Dessins xi Willan Meare Wales Corps Ie Suprem Abe Tedd Din Loycen Court Moel Nee Todatielty Ballo Sir Adhun Henry Care Pikener Charles de Avnanige

Duel Between Regis and Laberdesque Ends Without Result

A sword duel at Parc Des Princes in Paris between Max Regis the anti semite mayor of Algiers and Algerian journalist Laberdesque lasted nineteen rounds over two and a half hours with no decision. The confrontation stemmed from Laberdesque article in La Petite Republique and was adjourned until tomorrow.

Paris Parc Des Princes Max Regis Algiers Laberdesque Regis la Petite Republique

No Change in Condition of Mrs McKinley

Washington June 7 Mrs McKinley’s doctors report her condition is about the same as yesterday with no material change in 24 hours Analyzed blood tests show no sign of blood poison and multiple examinations continue to define the illness while her husband remains at her side

Ewenlhe Washington Gil Armour Institute United States Philip D. Armour J. Ogden Armour Armour

Minister Sent Up After Passing Counterfeits

In Indianapolis Rev. William Wade of Valpin Indiana was sentenced in federal court to one year in Columbus penitentiary and fined $1000 for passing counterfeit nickels.

Indianapolis Ind William Wade Valpin Columbus

Last of Volunteers Leave Philippines in 1947 Cable

Cable from General MacArthur reports all volunteers have departed the Philippines en route to the United States. Also notes a series of local notices including library acquisitions and factory insurance losses, with varied figures and civic items.

Philippines Washington MacArthur United States

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