Nine Killed in Eggleston Tunnel Rock Slide
At Eggleston Springs in Giles county nine men were killed and five injured in a rock slide that struck a tunneling crew repairing two tunnels for the Norfolk and Western railroad. The mixed group included both white and colored laborers. one man survived with minor injuries.
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Huntington
W.va
Eggleston
Roanoke
Eggleston Springs
Giles County
Norfolk and Western
Amere
Tragic Canadian Rail Crash Kills Twelve At Dexter
Reports detail a railway accident near Dexter on the Canadian Pacific line fifty miles west of Port Arthur Ontario. A passenger train crashed into a caboose where twelve laborers were at breakfast, overturning the car and igniting fire. Twelve men perished, others injured, and relief access was hampered by poor telegraph service.
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St. Paul
Dexter
Canadian Pacific Railway
Port Arthur
Ont
Young man fatally shoots deputy sheriff in Iowa
Weston Iowa May 8 Charles Matherson of a prominent family shot Deputy Sheriff Baker during a robbery arrest attempt at Council Bluffs. Creston Town May 8 S E Wilson found guilty of second degree murder for shooting Edward Knight of Lorimer amid a political feud. sentencing set for tomorrow. Generous Father visiting son at college humorous exchange noted in Harvard Lampoon.
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Weston
Iowa
Charles Matherson
Baker
Council Bluffs
Creston
Town
S. E. Wilson
Edward Knight
Lorimer
Ames Found Guilty of Bribe Taking
Minneapolis May 8 Albert Alonzo Ames former mayor of Minneapolis has been found guilty of accepting a bribe of $000 while chief executive of the city. After a twenty four hour delay the jury returned verdict of guilty and now awaits motions for stay and arrest of judgment as the case heads to appeal.
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Minneapolis
Albert Alonzo Ames
Mystery Burglary Story Clouding Patterson Case in Muncie
In Muncie Indiana on May 8 detectives probe the shooting of William Patterson with no tangible evidence. The burglar theory is dismissed as unlikely with rumors linking prominent locals and Tumors at the bottom. Patterson shows little sign of recovery while George F. McCulloch of Union Traction leads efforts to resolve the mystery as the family maintains a burglar did it.
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Muncie
Ind
William Patterson
Patterson
George F. McCulloch
Union Traction
Rate Readjustment Beatens Des Moines Camp Action
The state camp of Modern Woodmen of America postponed rate readjustment decisions until all Iowa lodges act. Indorsements for head officers were set for the Indianapolis head camp meeting. Wisconsin branch rejected step-rate plans and opposed national committee readjustment pending inquiry. A P Harbeck and George J Dodge named top officers.
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Des Moines
Woodmen of America
Indianapolis
C. G. Saunders
Council Bluffs
J. B. Dennison
Clarion
Dan B. Horne
LaCrosse
Wis
Wisconsin
National Committee
A. P. Harbeck
Appleton
George J. Dodge
River Falls
Nebraska Governor Urges Arbitration In Strike Action
Nebraska governor and union and employer representatives planned an afternoon meeting to seek settlement of the industrial strike, with the governor urging arbitration. Also reported Queen Victoria’s former nurse Hannah Anderson dies in Elgin Illinois at 55, a Swedish-born nurse who served royal circles and English royalty. A Mount Clemens Michigan strike may delay work on the Medea hotel and related contracts, after carpenters won a 25 cent hourly raise but contractors resist outside work. Clinton Iowa sentences George Burrier to fifteen years for robbery linked to diamond and fur thefts across several cities.
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Elgin, Lls
Hannah A. Anderson
Queen Victoria
Edward
England
Nordkapena
Sweden
Mount Clemens
Mich
Medea
Nank & Pingle
Clinton
George Burrier
Iowa
Burrier
Kansas Debaters Beat Nebraska in Showdown
Emporia Kan May 8 The Kansas debaters defeated the Nebraska squad in a debate between the normal schools of the two states. Kansas participants were W B Brookens D G Shedy R S White law and Nebraska team included F P Smith Julius Gilbert J S Suva.
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Kansas
Nebrask
Emporia
Kan
Nebraska
F. P. Smith
Julius Gilbert
Suva
WB. C. Brookens
D. G. Shedy
Open Door tensions in China Manchuria crisis 1905
The United States reports confirm Russian reoccupation of New Chiang Manchuria and fort defenses at the Liao river. Washington indicates possible joint action with Japan England and U S to press Russia toward evacuation while avoiding a formal alliance.
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Washington
State Department
China
New Chiang
Manchuria
Roosevelt
Department
Japan
England
United States
Russia
Pekin
Chiang
Liao River
Ambassador Tower
Count Lamsdorff
Tower
Reply of Count Lamsdorff Seeks to Improve U S Ties
The reply from Count Lamsdorff states the imperial government desires to cultivate and develop the best relations with the United States and is fully disposed to remove the anxiety among Americans about current tensions. It emphasizes a commitment to amicable ties and constructive dialogue.
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Count Lamsdorff
United States
Rock Island Prisco Deal Revealed In Official Terms
New York May There is authority for stating the terms of the Rock Island Prisco deal. For each share of Frisco common stock the Rock Island will issue 360 in collateral trusts per cent bonds secured on Prisco stock and $60 in Rock Island common stock. It is understood these terms will be offered to all Frisco stockholders. President Yoakum of the St Louis & Francisco Railroad has been elected a Rock Island director, with J P Morgan & Co noting this signals continued harmonious relations and a single management for the two lines.
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New York
Rock Island
Prisco
Frisco
Frisco &Tock
York
Yoakum
St. Louis & Francisco Railroad Company
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacino
J. P. Morgan & Co
Rock Island Company
Knights of Constantine Hold Annual Session in Peoria
One hundred members of the imperial council Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine of the western Masonic jurisdiction gather in Peoria Illinois for their annual session. Election of officers is the key business as representatives from Travis Missouri Kansas Nebraska Minnesota and Wisconsin attend.
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Peoria
Imperial Council
Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine
Travis
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Russia and China bank talks tied to open door policy
In Washington a diplomat states Russia and China are independent states and not subject to other powers. He defends the open door, asserts Russia’s aim to restore Manchuria, and notes concessions for the Russo-Chinese bank would mirror prior foreign company agreements. The envoy emphasizes no contradiction with Russian assurances and urges calm amid Anglo Japanese moves.
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United States
China
Washington
Prince Ching
Manchuria
Russian Ministry For Foreign Affairs
Russia
Russo- Chinese Bank
Hay
Bread price rise hits Chicago bakers and grocers
Chicago reports widespread price hikes in bread buns and pastries as labor costs surge. Grocers note vegetables now fetch double prior prices, and boarding houses plan higher meals. Piper company president predicts further bakery price increases amid costly eggs and milk.
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Chicago
Piper Company
Strike of 11,000 on Victoria railroads paralyzes state
Melbourne reports a midnight strike involving 11,000 railroad workers across Victoria. The walkout follows a dispute over the workers right to join trades unions and affiliate with them, signaling a major labor confrontation between the government and employees.
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Melbourne
Victoria
New Confession Faith Appears Likely to Pass
Philadelphia May The Stated Clerk Roberts of the Presbyterian general assembly reports sufficient affirmative votes from presbyteries to ensure adoption of the revised confession of faith by the general assembly at Los Angeles this month.
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Philadephia
Roberts
Presbyterian General Assembly
General Assembly
Los Angeles
Claims To Be The Best Army Rifle Debuts Inference Of Power
Washington May 5 The army board rejects the Krag and selects a shorter twenty four inch barrel rifle using a 30 ball with higher velocity and flatter trajectory. It claims greater power than prior rifles and lighter weight suited for tropics with wood encased barrel to prevent burns. Also notes no patent and asserts it as the most powerful musket in the world. Policemen Strike In Kenosha May 8 Three patrolmen on the Kenosha force strike after a pay cut under civil service. They seek to block replacements and are backed by council members, with a possible citywide walkout anticipated. South Bend Grand Jury Indicts May 8 Thirty policemen testify on alleged prisoner releases without prosecutor knowledge. Sergeant Chappell resists opening arrest records, signaling a legal fight ahead. Wisconsin Ad Valorem Tax May 8 Assembly rejects senate amendment on railway tax bonds, sending the measure to the senate where a conference committee may be asked.
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Washington
Army Board
Ordance
Krag
Tropics
United States Army
Kenosha
Wis
South Bend
Ind
Grand Jury
Chappell
Wisconsin
Madison
Assembly
Senate
Two Jailbirds Escape from Sycamore Jail
Two young men confined in a Sycamore jail rowed their cell bars, escaped, and boarded a train bound for Chicago as a pursuing crowd zeroed in. A city-wide search is underway for the fugitives. The page also includes a comic exchange about Mr Hardup and his wife.
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Sycamore, Lils
Chicago
Water Cure Allegations At Topeka Asylum
Miss Knox testified before a legislative committee that at Topeka Asylum for the Insane attendants were told to cover a patient’s head with a sheet and pin her down while Miss Houston poured water from a pan onto the face until the patient submitted. The procedure was used when patients refused to obey the superintendent.
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Topeka
Kan
Topeka Asylum
Miss Knox
Legislative Investigation Committee
W. S. Jenks
Miss Houston
Charges Against School Professor in Rapid City
Rapid City Michigan May 8 Professor A Tyner Woolpert principal of Rapid City schools arrested on a warrant by Benjamin Pickard charging him with taking liberties with Pickards year old daughter Dottie The offense reportedly occurred two months ago but only disclosed a week ago Woolpert well liked in the community moved in high society The case has stirred strong opinions with Woolpert vowing to prove his innocence He has posted 500 bail to appear for examination May 12
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Rapid City
Mich
A. Tyner Woolpert
Benjamin Pickad
Pickard
Dottie
Woolpert
Medical Association Closes Its Convention in New Orleans
The 54th annual session of the American Medical Association closed in New Orleans with officers elected: President J. W. Musser Philadelphia Pa Treasurer Henry P. Newman Chicago Secretary George H. Simmons Chicago and Dr. G F Jenkins of Iowa chosen fourth vice president.
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New Orleans
American Medical Association
J. WH. Musser
Philadelphia
Henry P. Newman
Chicago
George H. Simmons
G. F. Jenkins
Iowa
Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs Opens Meeting in Des Moines
The first day of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs session in Des Moines featured officer reports and social functions. Visitors were received at Governor Cummins home, then Judge Prouty’s residence, with a city driving tour in between.
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Iowsa Women’s Clubs
Des Moines
Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs
Illinois Red Men Adjourn in Bloomington Meeting
The twenty sixth grand council of Illinois Red Men adjourned in Bloomington on May 8 and will reconvene next year in Quincy. Officers elected include Great Prophet F C Smith East St Louis Great Sachem James R Wilson Chicago Senior Sagamone C H Winman Auburn Junior Sagamone W H Chew Shelbyville Great Keeper of Wampum Will Baker Moline.
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Illinois
Red Men
Bloomington
Grand Council of
Illinois Red Men
Quincy
Prophet
F. C. Smith
East St. Louis
James R. Wilson
Chicago
Sagamone
C. H. Winman
Auburn
W. H. Chew
Shelbyville
Will Baker
Moline
Dangerous to Navigation Baltimore Steamer Saginaw wreck report
Captain Charles of the Manna Hata says the Saginaw wreck from a collision with the Hamilton is very dangerous to navigation. The Manna Hata arrived from New York and reports hazardous conditions at the site.
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Baltimore
Charles
New York
Hamilton
Roosevelt Arrives in California With Welcomes and Parades
President Roosevelt reaches Los Angeles and Riverside amid enthusiastic crowds. John Czolgosz, brother of the assassinated McKinley killer, remains confined awaiting release after publicity concerns. Roosevelt receives a grand reception at Westminster hotel and in Riverside, with schoolchildren cheering and a governor present.
Oil Tank Steamer Given as Lost Hope Fades
New York May 8. Kagar J Luckenbach one of the owners of the missing oil tank steamer said he has given up hope of hearing from the vessel. The ship left Sabine Pass Texas barely 22 with a crew of 33.
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New York
Kagar J. Luckenbach
Sabine Pass
Texas
Injunction Proceedings To Work The Other Way
The Commercial Telegraphers Union of America filed in federal court asking judges to issue an injunction to restrain the Western Union Telegraph company from discharging union members. Also included are brief, period-tinged items on Sunday courting prohibitions by Burnley Primitive Methodists in 1834 and quaint anecdotes about General Grant and a stroller tale from the era.
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St. Louis
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union of America Today
Western Union Telegraph Company
Primitive Methodists
Burnley
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Harvard Lampoon
Ames
Omaha
May
Mickey
America
Rock Island Prisco
Knights OF Constantine
Staff OF Life
Australia
U.S. Army
Miss Sweetly
Mr. Hardup
George
Kansas Hospital
Medical Association
Martinsville
Paragon
Minishal
Jacob Holsapple
Lawson Payton
J. G. Elliott
Pittsburg
United States District Court
T. W. Griffith
Lansing
Ashley
Council
McKinley
California
Golden State
Cal
John Czolgosz
Czolgosz
Westminster Hotel
Claremont
Pasadena
Redlands
V. Pardee
Calma
Riverside
San Bernardino
Grant
General Grant
Galena
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