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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
6
Describes the catastrophic eruption of Mount Pelee on Martinique. Details devastation of St. Pierre, with mass deaths, ash clouds, and a scene of scorched ruins. Notes rescue efforts, widespread cremations, and the perilous aftermath for survivors and nearby towns.
The eruption of the Mount Pelee volcano devastates Saint Pierre, Martinique, leaving streets blackened and buildings buried under ash while wary survivors flee and authorities launch relief efforts. Data shows a commission investigated the May eruption, with nations like the United States sending ships and funds to aid Martinique and St. Vincent victims.
A long dormant volcano near Sc. Tierre showed renewed activity at the end of April after fifty years of inactivity. The rising columns of smoke and ash alarmed local residents who feared a possible eruption.
The report describes a devastating volcanic eruption on Saint Vincent, comparing it to Mount Pelée. It notes thousands killed or buried, massive ash cover, and near extinction of Carib inhabitants, with Morne Soufriere rising above the sea and a chaotic flight before the catastrophe.
Reports from Martinique after Mount Pelée's May eruption describe several small islets near Le Precheur vanishing into the sea and ongoing tremors. Landslides near plantations and homes rattle St. Vincent as scientists foresee a larger eruption.
A historical note recalls dumb animals acting wiser than people as Mount Pelee warned of the storm of fire. Residents of St. Pierre reportedly heard and refused to heed warnings, remaining amid danger as the eruption neared.
The U S transport Dixie departed New York for Martinique carrying 900000 rations sufficient to feed the island for a week. The cargo was assembled in 24 hours with three carloads from Philadelphia and restocked in New York. Medicines valued at 5080 and three army surgeons accompanied the party, along with surgical instruments and clothing.
The War Department reports the cruiser Dixie and steamer Sterling carried large quantities of stores to Martinique and St Vincent. Government efforts aim to supplement private contributions and ensure immediate distribution. Secretary Wood authorized purchase of extra supplies as needed. The Sterling and Dixie acted within hours of funding. Denver City Tramway increases wages for five year veterans by one cent hourly starting June.
A prominent society woman argues that running a large establishment as a business is efficient. She notes many wealthy women delegate details to a housekeeper, leading to higher costs. A friend of hers uses a full bookkeeping system with vouchers and checks, proving an organized home can run like a business and save time.
A brief note on Emerson through Rev. A. W. Jackson titled Deafness and Cheerfulness contrasts enlightenment ideas with personal hardship. The piece reflects on literature's role in coping with disability and maintaining optimism.
The Colonel questions the engagement to his niece while the Lieutenant expresses rapturous prospects, set in a Ladies' Field scene. The exchange hints at a union welcomed with joy and romantic promise.
An 1901 letter from Miss L A Pearce of Brooklyn describes Piso’s Cure for Consumption as relieving her sister. The passage also notes calamus grows wild on damp soil globally, with medicinal use dating before written history and medieval superstition surrounding its remedies.
Advertises a large 2 oz package of Red Cross Ball Blue laundry product for three cents. The notice highlights its use for achieving beautiful white fabrics and suggests affordability.
A brief note states Corea equals about 2,000 square miles in area, matching the size of Iansas. The line emphasizes relative scale without additional details.
Advertisement for air cushion rubber stamps and printing outfits. Offers catalog and price list from Lock Box 219 Fort Wayne Indiana.
A testimonial from Mrs. Engels Stevenson of Salt Lake City lauds Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing years of ovarian inflammation and womb pain avoiding surgery. She credits four weeks of relief and three months to full recovery, urging others to seek information from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Mass.
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