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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1901
Page
2
The report notes strong gusts sweeping many areas, causing reduced outdoor activity and minor disruptions. Weather advisories urge caution for travelers and those working outdoors as conditions remain unsettled.
The War Department plans further reduce Gen Chaffee’s force in China, now about 1,800 men from multiple units, with two Ninth Infantry companies under Major Robertson likely to stay. If other powers join, a move toward normal Pekin conditions is hoped. Chaffee may be ordered to Manila to relieve Gen MacArthur.
A tank wagon with 2000 gallons of gasoline ruptured at Halsted and Thirty-fifth in Chicago. Gasoline spread across the street as an electric car sparked, starting a blaze that consumed the street car and endangered occupants. Two passengers suffered serious burns while nearby buildings’ glass shattered from the heat. Dirt banks contained the inferno until the fuel burned out. occupants John Williams and Albert Ciezinka were in the car at the time.
A head on collision between a southbound passenger train and a local freight on the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railroad at Coal Valley five miles from McKeesport left two dead and three badly hurt. The wreckage caught fire and burned, with only one car escaping.
A Rochester blaze gutted a five story Pratt and Mill streets structure. The Seneca Camera Company occupied the upper floor with many workers. Three bodies recovered and numerous injuries sent to area hospitals as crews battled the flames.
Twenty one rebel officers and 120 bolomen surrendered to Liett. Desque of the Forty seventh U S W infantry at Irocin town Albay province southern Luzon. Federalists win new members in Laguna province east of Manila.
Rosslyn Ferrell, convicted of the premeditated murder of Charles Lane last August, faced the electric chair at 12 06 Friday morning and walked calmly to the device with noted nerve and composure.
Rear end freight collision on the Clover Leaf at Michaels Indiana left engineer Rufus Jauman of Delphos Ohio fatally scalded and fireman George B Warper bruised with possible internal injuries. An engine and live refrigerator cars were destroyed.
A blaze at the Dayton Malleable Iron Company plant in Dayton Ohio caused by an explosion killed night watchman Ed Coleman and resulted in about 25000 dollars in losses.
The transport Warren will be repaired at an expense of 150000 dollars before resuming service at sea. Work is expected to take about three months to complete.
Twelve women calling themselves Carrie Nations attacked J. J. Grice’s Fort Worth store smashing items with hatchets. Grice later sold bitters amid the disruption.
Fort Wayne Masonic Temple presents V and Denning's Minstrels on March 6 followed by Vegas March 8 and Tim Afurph. Local entertainment calendar highlights two evenings of performances this week.
Washington notes recount McKinley taking the oath before Chief Justice, the capstone of the people’s vote and Electoral College confirmation. A grand daytime procession, Capitol galleries crowded, and a presidential reception at the Pension Building mark the event.
A massive military and civic pageant marked President McKinley’s honor with over 55,000 in line. All branches showcased, as crowds filled sidewalks and reviewing stands. National tunes blended in a unifying display ending with a large chorus and a pledge that one flag unites all.
The second inauguration of William McKinley featured grand ceremonies overseen by Committee Chair J J Edson. The vast military parade included 1 200 cavalry, 3 000 regulars, 2 800 Marines, 10 000 Guardsmen, 10 000 civic participants, and 2 000 college students, with 3 000 musicians contributing to a nation advancing in spectacle and resource displays.
The display featured forty seven aerial pieces in varied designs with rockets and set pieces. Highlights included the President's bust and Roosevelt’s charge at San Juan, Manila, and the destruction of Cervera’s fleet. A Pekin rescue piece and the American entrance into Pekin impressed attendees. Aerials cost three thousand dollars. set pieces were extra. A company provided staff and the subcommittee oversaw safety with police protection.
Reviewing stands along the inaugural parade route were not sold to highest bidders but erected under the inaugural committee. Seats were sold under its control at reasonable prices to prevent extortion, with the committee retaining authority for pricing and allocation.
A fragment describes light naval display activity with draft and depth issues. It mentions monitor craft approaching a dock, cruisers and tugs along wharves with visitors observed nearby. The text indicates insufficient depth to allow the ships to come clear of the dock.
A vivid account of an inauguration ball held in a grand pension building. The scene brims with Democratic pomp, elaborate decorations, and a large orchestra that funded much of the event. Attendants describe flora, ivy tracery, white plumes, and lavish trappings transforming bubbles into diamonds.
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