Lumber Fire Ravages Rock Island Yard Complex
A massive blaze at Weyerhaeuser Penigane yards near Fourth Avenue and Second Street, Rock Island, caused by a locomotive spark swept through dry lumber piles. Fire crews saved the mill and offices but two houses were gutted, with insurance covering remaining structures. Strong winds propelled the flames, complicating water pressure and allowing rapid spread to adjacent buildings.
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Rock Island
Weyerhaeuser & Peniguane
Fiest Steeet
Fourth Avenue
Rock Island Road
Witte
Beloying
Second Ateeet
Inez
Charles ’ Teler
Jones Py Hedges
Wiel
Atlee
Thipd Avenue
Second Street
Fcnx Denkmann
Gerams
Aires
Fire Damage Blazes Through Davenport and Moline Areas
Fire crews battled a substantial blaze that affected Davenport and Moline, with the extent of damage still under assessment as investigators arrived on the scene. No injuries reported, and efforts continued to determine the cause.
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Davenport
Moline
Chicago Republicans fete 75,000 at Ban Samuel Park rally
Large political gathering on Chicago's South Side drew many women and children to Ban Samuel Park with speeches by Hopkins, Mant, and Lowden. Prizes valued up to 100 dollars each were awarded amid festivities, lemonade stands, stage entertainment, and campaign arguments. Bryan addressed 4,000 in Cleveland tents afterward, criticizing trusts and urging Philippine independence.
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Chicaso
Sept. Wi
Chicago
Eaw" Devery
New York
Tutie
Rasinie
Prives
Hopkins Art
Frank C. Lowden
Bryan
Johnson
Toledo
William J. Bryan
Cleveland
Fryar
Olo Sudh
Cuthur
Tanne
Republican Party
Min
Wailer
Nebraska Bryan
CUSTOMS REVENUES OF THE PHILIPPINES REPORT
Washington reports customs revenues for the Philippines as of June 1902. Total receipts reached 9 303 000 dollars with distributions to various funds including the insular treasury and hearing commissions in the Hague case. A United States action against Mexico arising from the California Pious Fund matter began today.
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Philippines
Washington, D.C
Bie Reu
Hague
Hearnyes
United States
Agatner Mexico
Pious Fund of
California
Odd Fellows Session Opens in Des Moines With 50000 Delegates
Des Moines hosts the sovereign grand lodge of Odd Fellows in a national session opening today. Visitors greet by Gov Cummins and Mayor Brenton. Officials report the order in prosperous condition with surplus revenue about 207,000 and strong finances across the organization.
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Des Moines
Nwa
Sovereign Grand Lodge
Oubtnes
Ger. Cummins
Brenton
Surionk
Neder
Street Car Strike Ends in Ottumwa After Turmoil
Ottumwa Sept 15 The street car strike ended last night with the company nearly recognizing the union. Cars on all lines are running again though portions of the city faced disorder earlier as mobs attacked cars and crews fled. A sympathy strike began when linemen demanded higher pay.
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Ottaverw
Ottumwa. Ta
Motora
Pickler
GERMAN ARMY PRAISED BY AMERICAN OFFICERS NEAR FRANKFORT
Major Corbin and other U S officers witnessed German maneuvers near Frankfort on the Main. Corbin denies unfavorable interview reports and says the German army excels in organization instruction discipline and equipment. He commends the courtesy shown by German and American officials during the maneuvers.
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Corbin
Berlin
Ary C. Corbin
Willan
Neely to sue Uncle Sam over seized funds
Neely has filed suit in New York to recover $6,000 found with him at arrest in Cubs. Washington expects the money to go to the Treasury after a likely pardon, raising questions whether the Cuban government forfeits its claim against Neely for the amount.
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Yana
Washington
Monthay Cfow
Neely
New York
Tim
Cubs
Cobar
Amoney
Fifteen Missing After Mine Explosion Near Alexandria
Alexandria Sept. 15 Two explosions trapped fifteen men after a mine blast at a Bla Four mine north of the city. Alonzo Young, a section man, was killed when he stepped onto a track while bees swarmed nearby and the sudden attack forced him back onto the rails. In Washington imports rose for August and exports showed gains, while Chicago golf figures highlighted a Western Golf Association title fight won by Chandier Kegan. Richard T. Whitbeck, a Chicago lumberman and investor, died at his Ashland boulevard residence.
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Aumble
Alexandria
Iumble
Alonzo Young
Young
Chicago
Chandier Kegan
Exuintey Club
Western Golf Association
Morocco Crisis Sparks European Clash Over Morocca
London dispatch says Moroccan unrest forces Berber tribes against the sultan, with Germany backing Britain and Russia backing France. Foreign powers threaten large scale intervention to defend interests as Europe debates action and the risk of a wider war looms over North Africa.
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London
Tasnes
Pete Morrish
Bee
Vaasistinen
Spain
Britain
France
Europe
Germany
Russia
Emskitt
Morocco
Fox and
Tangier
North Africa
Air Brakes on Cars: Sudge Hands Down Court Decision
Justice Maelan upholds city street railway ordinance requiring air brakes, finds company guilty, imposes 3500 fine. Case may rise to higher courts as appeal proceeds. Judge cites police power to protect lives amid frequent accidents and urges enforcement to curb risks to citizens and travelers.
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Indee Maelan
Etrte
Irvington Wedding in Total Darkness Prank Night
A Bathher college wedding in Irvington used a prank that plunged the house into total darkness. The bride and groom attended with a few intimate friends while the minister entered through a rear door as pranks were planned by students to avoid the time of the ceremony.
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Irvington
Bathher Celles
Another Conference Ends in New York With Strike Reference
In New York on September 7 a report notes Balker waited Mor est and references the coal strike. The item hints at ongoing labor tension and conference activity without detailing outcomes or participants.
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New York
A. 1
Balker
Morest
Fifty Fishermen Drown in North Sea Fleet Disaster
Report from the North Sea recalls a tragic loss as a fleet encounter led to the drowning of fifty fishermen. Rescue efforts and weather conditions are noted, with authorities investigating the incident and coordinating aid for affected families.
Evil Hyde character haunts Mrs Kelly in Minneapolis play
Minneapolis Nov. 1 Mrs Kelly of this city endured the evil Hyde portrayal in the stage production of Mr Jekyll and Hyde at Taylene theater. The fictional villain’s appearance unsettled her and caused relatives to fear for her safety as the plot twisted toward the climax. Mrs Kelly’s husband Mr Kelly has left for Colorado with his wife amid plans for a potential return if the scene changes lessen her distress.
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Minneapolis
Myan
Mrs. Kelly
Duke
Mr. Jekyll
Jan Me
Hyde
Kelly
Jlo Rayal
Mision
Lookine
Goreey
Andy
Pevelige
Colorado
Retract request tied to libel suit and state funds
Fragmentary report notes demands for a retraction and a libel action involving Harry Chisen and others, with references to Lieutenant Governor Northcott and a seventy percent fund. It mentions a September appearance and anticipated proof of connections between state funds and interests of Yates and Hopkins, as well as assigned counsel.
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Northesit Bax
M. Asher
Harry Tian Ak
Chela Anerton
Infer Shirra
Northen
Oper
Clive
Harry Co Chisen
Shiva
Goernor Northcott
Chow
Calida
Yates
Hopkins
Wallace Chiwy
Strike Murder at Omaha
A man from Chivage Healer Death in the street. Earl Caldwell from Chie fe about two weeks ago te werk tylw alinps. Caldwell and several strikebreakers clashed in the city Saturday. Caldwell died after help arrived to his cries.
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Chivage
Erfurt
Cablwell
Caldwell
Nebraska Crime Report Mixed With World News
A fragmented Nebraska crime clippings stream describes a woman’s violent assault by trespassers near Steinhatlar with rumors of murder and lynching threats. The page also covers General Miles in Philadelphia, a Beaumont oil fire under control, a trial motion in Detroit, Philadelphia politics, and a Wisconsin overdose death.
Devastating Forest Fires Kill Fifteen in W. Washington District
Reports from Salmon, Washington and Portland describe deadly forest fires burning across multiple districts. Fifteen people dead in one area, nine in another, with numerous homes and camps destroyed and property losses estimated well above $1,000,000. Fire roars from Lewis River to the Willamette Valley as crews fight to save towns like Molimer, Bridal Veil, and Springwater. Many residents are stranded, and aid is urged for those in the Springwater region.
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Salamn
Wash
Louis Tivel
Watlier
Miikeg Deind
Dul
Lhathier
Newhouse
Cleilines
ryUsings
Eilixa Street
Duseroud
Laws
Trym Lewis
Ralaaia
Cowenun
Muckley Brothers
Murelend
TAIY
Abe
Maby
Carter
Lewis
Lewis River
Tesil
Portland
Gre
Matt
Molimer
Bridal Veil
Suirtise
Chakutas
Yorkine
Mutthonah
Orecn
Springwater
Chrekians
Lents
Multnomah
Willamette and
Cobmbin River
Cut
Secretary of War Boot Returns From Europe
Secretary of War Boot arrived in New York aboard the steamship Kroonland and departed for Washington. The government has designated a papal delegate to the United States and named a new special envoy for Comma.
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Boot
Europe
New York
Etary of
Vie Boot
Kroonland
Washington
Patiern
Faleoulo
United States
At Home Celebration Planned for President Visit
Oyster Bay hosts a president visit with an expected turnout of about 15 406 people. Officials expect a reception and parade style events, with weather favorable and security in charge. The program includes speeches and the display of flags, with attendees arriving from the surrounding area.
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Trosevell le
Nass
Hooke
Helkeeyry
Nis
Colombian forces advance as revolt quashed at Magdalen
News recounts Colombian minister and authorities claiming gains by government troops across regions. General Pordone moves toward the Magdalena river to reinforce units while additional troops are readied, with authorities reporting progress against rebels nationwide.
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Magi
Courreee
Waehineton
Sele
Loa
Ceeeive
Mreghlent Marrigut
Pordone
Magdalen
Ulett
Hell
Justice Horace Gray Dies in Lynn Mass
Justice Horace Gray, recently retired from the United States Supreme Court, died in Nahant this morning of paresis after a brief illness. his death is reported from Lynn Mass.
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Horace Gray
Lynn
Mass
Stasse
Ace Gray
United States
Nahant
British Occupy Malay Peninsula Amid Tension
A dispatch from London reports British forces occupy a Malay principality near Kalatan, alarming residents and heightening fears of Britain’s protectorate tension over the Malay Peninsula. The move follows reports of French activity in Cochin China and stirs concern of regional instability.
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Kalatan
Sigan
Cochin China
Band leader Rios eludes police in Tayabas province chase
Rios band faced four patrols by the constabulary with the group resisting capture as Saxon was killed and twenty five officers seized. Rios vows to avoid arrest while authorities pursue the gang through Batangas and nearby regions amid war induced hardship. Separately the Philippine Commission remits land taxes in Batangas province for the year TM. Newcastle stockholders eye Enterprise Gap charter surrender option.
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Mavala
Rios
Tayabas
Saxon
Bane
Milla
United States Philippine Commission
Batangas
Samoa
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