Train riddled troops return the fire
A special train with Trinity troops reached Houston at dawn after being attacked by an armed mob. Cavalry broke the siege at Trinity, rescued the light guard sheltered in a schoolhouse, and escorted the group to the train. The mob fired as the train left, and returning fire reportedly wounded at least three assailants. Levi Spencer, a black man, was taken to Huntsville penitentiary for safekeeping.
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Houston
Tex
Trinity
Levi Spencer
Huntsville
Severe storms sweep Ohio and Nebraska
A severe Ohio storm killed a Wheelersburg man by lightning and damaged many structures while communication to affected areas was difficult. In Lynch Nebraska a hurricane-level storm struck, leveling buildings and injuring two, with fatalities from fright and widespread crop damage across the Upper Elkhorn and Kiya Papa valleys.
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Ohio
Nebraska
Columbus
George Rice
Wheelersburg
Butte
Neb
Jane
Lynch
Badger
James Pershill
Elkhorn
Kiya Papa
Trying to Promote a Better Feeling
Washington June 22 The state department has addressed the Russian government through Count Cassini ambassador to smooth friction over sugar and petroleum tariff matters. The letter aims to divest exchanges of personal tone and meet Russian actions in a calm, cooperative manner.
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Washington
State Department
Count Cassini
Miners Armed as Strikes Grow in West Virginia
Mattewan West Virginia June 22 More trouble looms as striking miners march near coal entrances carrying Winchesters. All operations halted today but workers plan to return Monday with new men after a skirmish last night that yielded about 100 gunshots, few injuries. Sheriff Hatfield and deputies at Lick Fork stand ready while Gov White has not yet requested troops.
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Mattewan
W. Va
Perstors
Hatfield
Lick Fork Miles
White
Mullah Routed by British Forces in June clash
A British force under Capt McNeil routed the Mad Mullah after a prior repulse. About a hundred of the enemy were killed. Malish and the sultan narrowly escaped capture. British casualties were seven killed or wounded.
Dynamiters Try To Blow Up First Methodist Church
A dynamite blast aimed at the First Methodist church in Manhattan Kansas occurred early today. Authorities consider jointists behind the act in a motive of spite against Rev. J. M. Miller. Damage to the church runs to several hundred dollars. In other news, military and civil governance shifts are reported with Taft named civil governor of the Philippines and Chaffee designated military governor. The Washington recap also notes the appointment of D B Miller as national bank examiner in Red Oak Iowa.
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Manhattan
Kas
First Methodist
J. M. Miller
Washington
Taft
Philippines
Chaffee
Widespread Prosperity Noted in Trade Review
K G Dun & Co reports increasing merchandise distribution beyond the Ohio River, especially in the far northwest, signaling widespread prosperity and confidence. Railroads carry more luxury goods, labor disputes lessen, cotton goods rebound, iron prices steady with slight gray forge drop, boots and shoes easing, wool flat, and winter wheat being harvested as crop conditions improve with 193 US and 14 Canada failures for the week.
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New York
K. G. Dun & Co
Ohie River
Northwest
Wall Street
Gray Forge
Boston
United States
Canada
Suit Over a Sugar Mill in Marine City
Marine company sues contractor Augustus W. Colwell of New York in circuit court alleging conspiracy and seeking a judgment on any amount due, while seeking relief from a $51,200 Fisher judgment as a result of alleged collusion and improper construction at the Marine City sugar factory project. Colwell was contracted to build the factory and was to be paid $250,000 cash and 100,000 stock in the venture. The company contends the plant was not properly constructed or operated during Colwell's charge, causing substantial losses.
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Huron
Mich
Marinempany
Augustus W. Colwell
New York
Colwell
Alexander T. Fisher
Detrulte
Sigar Company
Guruvishee
Marine City
Cyclone in Nebraska Wipes Out Family Killing Seven
A Nebraska tornado near Napier killed seven in one family and wounded others, with two more fatalities in a second family. The wreckage and casualties are being tallied as rescue teams survey the scene after the cyclone struck late Thursday night.
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Naper
Neb
Jacob Greening
August Anderson
Lynching of Prophet Smith and aftermath sparks fear
Chicago reports from June 22 describe reactions to the lynching of Prophet Smith and the fatal shooting of Jims wife by a plantation foreman. J. C. Foster of Shreveport says long-standing tensions fuel danger while recounting the sequence from a quarrel to Foster's wound and the subsequent attack. A separate note from Kenosha details James Haller's claim of perpetual motion, presenting a wooden model sent to the patent office and intense skepticism about a circular motion solution.
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Chicago
Shreveport
Foster
Smith
Edwards
Somers
Kenosha
Wis
James Taller
Haller
Peculiar kitchen fire ends in two deaths at Turtle Creek
A woman tried to soften furniture polish on a stove and added turpentine. The blaze spread as she tried to save her family, injuring her and a child on the porch. Both burned severely and did not survive. Crony details include the Taylors, McWilliams, and a disrupted family scene in Turtle Creek suburb.
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Lailding
Pitchure
Turtle Creek
William Ferguson
Ferguson
William McWilliams
Southern Democrat for 1904 Presidential Nomination
Washington dispatch reports Representative John Wesley Gaines of Tennessee urges nominating a southern man for president in 1904. He cites support from across the country and lists potential candidates including senators Morgan Alabama Cockrell Missouri Carmack Tennessee Culberson Bailey Texas Bacon Howell and John Marshall Harlan. He argues the war is over and the South remains part of the Union, urging a southern candidate.
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John Wesley Gaines
Tennessee
South
Gaines
Morgan
Alabama
Cockrell
Missouri
Carmack
Turley
Culberson and Bailey
Texas
Bacon and
Clark Howell
Georgia
White
Louisians
vAnd
John Marshall Harlan
Kentucky
United States Supreme Court
Union
Porto Rico
Supreme Court
Congress
Richmond
Tuhitet
Daniel
Tne
New Hotel at French Lick Under Mayor Taggart Manager
Indianapolis reports Mayor Taggart and associates gain possession of the French Lick hotel and grounds, plan a $200,000 rebuild, and operate the two connected hotels. The syndicate expects closing next Tuesday and possession next Wednesday. Taggart says he will be manager and will not run for mayor again if the deal stands.
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Taggart
Kan
Indianapolis
French Lick
Bedford
Ind
Baden-Lick Hotel
Tom Taggart
T. P. Dickason
Chicago
French Lick Springs
Jailed for a Swindle by an Old Michigan City Preacher
A 70 year old man, A M Hendricks, is jailed in Michigan City Ind after pleading guilty to swindling Rev. Father John Bleckman. Hendricks claimed a Cincinnati bequest for St Mary’s Church and tried to extort court costs. Police halted the ruse before further harm.
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Michigan City
Ind
A. M. Hendricks
Teuptin
John Bleckman
Hendricks
Cinnati
St. Mary's Church
Father Bleckman
Chatard
Hendric
Derby Draws Large Crowd at Washington Park
A strong field of thoroughbreds contested the American derby at Washington Park. About 50,000 spectators attended as perfect weather and a lightning fast track set the scene for the event in Chicago on June 22.
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Chicago
Edward D. Morse
Washington Park Club
Jane
William A. Pinkerton
Washington Park Track
Whisky Explosion Kills Two in Logansport
In Logansport Indiana on June 22 a repair on a whisky loaded freight car at Vandalia sparked a barrel fire. Lawrence Beeson was killed and William Elkins died later. Calvin Ness and John Moore were seriously injured.
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Logansport
Ind
Lawrence Beeson
William Elkins
Calvin Ness
John Moore
Children fostered by Illinois society seek homes in Rock Island
The Illinois Children's Home and Aid Society has cared for 41 orphans from Rock Island County and placed 11 in family homes. Fifty boys and several girls remain in need of homes. Prof. G. C. Knobel arranged a recent placement at Mr. and Mrs. Witt's home. He will speak at four local churches about the charity tomorrow. Also noted are a Free Methodist Camp Meeting in Elgin with 70 attendees and the Eclectic Medical Association planning its 1902 Milwaukee meeting.
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Rock Island County
Dlinois Children’s Home and Aid Society
G. C. Knobel
Order
Free Methodist
Elgin
Ill
Anp
Fox and
Rock River
East Lawn
Careful Mother Story From Scarlet Fever Era
A New York Times anecdote recalls a mother whose scarlet fever suffered child was treated with extreme care by daily skin peeling removal. The tale shows how sanitary beliefs and common sense clashed with contemporary ignorance and humor in a bygone era.
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New York Times
Vogue in Bridal Gifts Debuts Art Nouveau Jewelry
Bridal gift trend features Art Nouveau pieces showcased at a Paris exposition. Gold, enamel, and precious stones create lorgnettes, Egyptian motifs, and flower studies set against pastoral scenes, blending refined color with artistic sentiment.
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