Dynamite Blast Kills Family in Chicago Home
A dynamite attack destroyed the Wordeck residence in Chicago. Two children died and several others injured as the cottage burned after the explosion. Charles Smith, a former boarder, is arrested amid accusations he threatened to weaponize death if the engagement was refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chinuro
Joseph Wordeck
Chicago
Tleaighis
Ouerighe
Dafirth
Tharata Neieliay
Seyi
Jinred
Cather
Dkivnehter
Smith
Eeighin
Phew
Wold
Collision Near Schenectady Kills One Worker
A rear end collision between two freights on the New York Central near Schenectady Sunday night killed Brian Wis and lightly injured Treighe Cduukuetor. The first train ran on schedule while the second was on caution orders. The second engine derailed along with the caboose and three freight cars. both engineers escaped by jumping to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brian Wis
Treighe Cduukuetor
New York Central
Schencctady
NW. W
Tioth
Three Men Die in Ohio Coal Mine Blast
A gas explosion in the Lost Iya mine near Ngo Birsiteville Ohio killed three miners Maurice Orion Charles Banpean and a third unnamed worker. The Buckeye Coal Company owned the mine which had a history of hazardous conditions and may have been opened through an existing opening. The accident occurred Monday morning and investigators seek the cause as relatives await word.
Double Murder in Georgia Found Bodies Near Fort
A Savannah special reports two male victims and a Black man found near a Georgia fort. One body lay in a field, another is described with the key of the Black man located nearby. Authorities note recent trouble with harvesters and possible shooting in Beamripes Japin region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia Fort
Savannah
Nesva
Gourgmain
Sheep perish in cold Texas New Mexico wave
A harsh cold wave hit Texas and New Mexico causing hundreds of sheep to die. Reports describe multiple losses across El Paso and nearby ranches with several locations listed and weather conditions blamed for the heavy mortality among flocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
New Mexico
Milled While Driving Collision Claims Several Casualties
An unreadable OCR note reports a traffic collision with multiple injuries and trapped or shaken passengers. Details are unclear, but the event involves a vehicle crash and rescue actions.
Cuban minister discusses reciprocity treaty and naval stations
Cuban minister to the United States Sener Quesada cites the reciprocity treaty as a matter between Cuba and the United States with no relation to the Platt amendment. He notes potential tariff effects, naval station considerations near Cuba, and remarks on U S Cuban relations in the wake of President McKinley’s shooting, stressing bilateral alignment and committee views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Sener Quoesida
United States
Hay
Hias Diwen
Custom House
Postoex
Loitine
Quesada
Ctaha
Chesnila
McKinley
Estrady Palma
Gene
Canton
Hoaserel
Boen
Quesadao
Palma
Havana
Cieyfuegos
Admiral Bradford
Eli
Cholera Fight Successful Says Washington Report
Governor Tart reports major progress against cholera on Luzon island. Litton shows near elimination with Manila averages low. twenty provinces largely free. Only several islands still hit with high mortality drops from eighty percent to under ten. Cebu port cleared. a nationwide declaration expected November 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gov. Tart
Litton
Manila
Ileile
Oqverdestal
Negros
Capix
Butigr
Misamis
Cebu
Fifteen More GhoulS Found In Indianapolis Case
A new confession links fifteen additional physicians and undertakers in Indianapolis to medical grave robbing. The statement names doctors from Wasue, Louisville, and Chinaiti as involved, and says perpetrators will be presented to the grand jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ani Wasue
Louisville
Graud
Cuba Declared Foreign Nation Under New Jurisdiction
A New York dispatch states Cuba is recognized as a foreign country under U S constitutional terms since Spanish evacuation until the republic’s establishment. The judge rules crimes committed in Cuba during U S military presence fall under Cuban court jurisdiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cuba
United States
Repub
United Seaice
Thoms
Brooklyn
United Stutes
Republic of Cutsn
Football Player Serious Injury After Prudent Play
A football player suffered severe injuries during a practice game. The incident left A Thar, offensive lineman, with critical harm. reports indicate other players and students were affected. Investigations and medical updates followed as teams resumed activities.
Coal Mine Visit by Roosevelt Commission Analyzed
Special commission led by Roosevelt toured the coal mine's upper fields. Arbitrators observed blasting, mining steps, and dust filled galleries as they questioned workers. Bishop Spalding and miners' representatives participated, with the Atanville colliery noted as a problematic vein for extraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seranton
Cho
Tres- Went
Roosevelt
Becwern
Lnasiday Lunde
Exteede
Cod
Sevei
Mike Ieic
Toweouklie
Caphiryd
Ierest
Bishop Spalding
Brill
Atanville
Important Treaty Details Free Duty on Chinese Imports
A Washington dispatch from ex-Consul General John Hoodnow in Shanghai forwards to the state department a copy of the tariff schedule agreed between China and T. J. Sharratts Commissioner of the United States. The treaty terms grant free duty for import of flower and related grain items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
John Ioodnow
Shanghai
Chitty
China
Fogether
T. 3
Sharratts
United States
Wickerson Farm Murder Fire Lights Suspected Robbery
Fire at the Wickerson home ten miles away killed William Wickerson and his sister in law Alma Wickerson and Albert an unnamed brother. authorities suspect robbery and arson to cover the crime as the farmhouse burned Wednesday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Wickerson
Niehters
Lis Brucher Albert
Aink Sisterulin
Wickersons
Erie
Express Train Wreck Kills Engineer and Two Men
A Chicago express on the Cincinnati Hamilton and Davien routes collided with two freight cars Wednesday night near Oxford Ohio. The engineer and two unknown men were killed as wrecked cars burned. none of the crew survived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sal Wyo
Toi
Ohiio
Oxford, O
Chicago Express
Ham- Hin
Davien
Alcuon
Runawes
Lui
Murder Trial Set for Chiles Sammens With Wives Death
Preliminary hearing for Chiles Sammens charged with murdering his wife at the Crane Ranch near Cerant, 60 miles north, after coroner's jury linked Sammens to the crime. Meanwhile cruiser Montgomery is under quarantine in Savannah due to yellow fever aboard two weeks after a Colombia trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chiles
Washington Special
Atentgomerys
Apulpanhing
Sannan
Blo
Catombia
Sani
Prohibition County Liquor Sales Case Upheld
Legal bulletin reports two supreme court cases from 66 and Wausthessint counties involving express companies and the delivery of liquor in prohibition areas. The high court clarifies original package protections and the duties of outside liquor houses under the interstate commerce rule. The ruling is described as beneficial to enforce prohibitory law and to constrain delivery practices. A murderess is discharged in a separate brief notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muursilay
Chaush
Kimora
Wess
Pani County
Dadse Veendinn
Wausthessint Vaunty
Dianey
Dterstite
Ie Ciaare
Dhursdng
Cise
Aernil
Cini
Tlemores
New York mining man switched from S25,000 claim dispute
A Tacoma special reports Cuthbert Gud linked to a clash over a S25,000 claim with a salted placer mine at Nowe Ti. RO MbcArthur and partner deny involvement. Water power project under Consolidated Lake Superior Co. sparks a civic parade with 19,000 men. A young woman, Fiorenes Shilleut, 18, murdered near Criscus. suspect under arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma
Cuthbert A. Gud
New York
Saule
Nowe
Ganat
Sault Ste. Marie
Lake Superior Company
Bae
Accident injures seven as electric tram collides near city limits
A dramatic trolley collision outside the city limits Sunday afternoon left seven people injured. The incident involved an electric tram and drew rapid attention from local authorities. Emergency responders transported the injured for treatment as investigators examined the scene for cause.
Dubuque Jury Refuses Indictment in Liddy Case
A Dubuque Grand Jury refused to indict Aliss Melia Liddy for the murder of her infant after she allegedly confessed to abortion and disposing of the body. The judge chastised jurors for their conduct amid chaotic testimony. The nursemaid and hotel staff testified as the case unfolded.
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Dubuque-Grams
Belia Liddy
Dubuque
Grand Jury
Dhursday
Melia Liddy
Murner
Lirkby
Wilks
Vlark
Ikiby
Amlisa Lihls
Woman Takes Carbolic Acid then Drinks Poison
A wife, Miss Morris, aged about 28, consumed carbolic acid at home and later died by suicide after telling her husband she feared mental illness. The family, described as well off, included a baby eight months old. police noted a history of deteriorating health and possible intoxication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walts
Wis
Girl Jumps Into River After Believed Spouse Affair
A despondent woman, Pannie Whitmore of Marshalltown, reportedly jumped from a bridge near the river after a confrontation about an alleged marriage. Though pursued by her husband, she disappeared into the current and was not seen again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krecauuse
Ann
Marshalltown
Bedering
Pannie Whitmore
Univ
Wounded Politician and Deserter Arrest Report
H G McMillan, a well known town politician, was wounded when his gun discharged while hunting near Churell. He was sent to St Barnabas hospital for treatment. A deputy sheriff arrested Kalb Edaward Sheldon, a U S Navy deserter, after a chase at Boen's farm and took him to Norfolk, Va. Morena County pioneer N D L Morris dies at 82 in Onaws, formerly of Sherman Township.
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Minametpelis
Mina
G. eMillan
United
Republican Daunting Company
Cedar Taptids
St. Barnabas Hospital
Churell
Percy
McMmittan
Laurens
Shoemaker
Marshalltown
Eine
Datuvens
Alarshal Anderson
Treve
Aust
Morena County
N. DL. Morris
Ousawa
Zarnison
OH Morris
Mir Morris
Sherman Township
Isol
Sink
Rural Routes Near Kinzsiey Start July 7
A Winesley dispatch says Postmaster Cooklin has received word that three rural delivery routes will be started from this place by July 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinzsiey
Winesley
Cooklin
Tog 7
Farmer Carl Underberg Found Dead Near Thumboldt Slough
Carl Underberg a young farmer living five miles north of Thumboldt was found dead Monday evening in a slough near his home. He lay face down in about three inches of water. He had gone hunting Sunday and was last seen under the influence of liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Underberg
Thumboldt
Wreck Near Town Central Mondary Injures Several
A dispatcher reports a derailment three miles south of the city injuring several people, with one fatally. Nine box cars blown from widetrack at Dillon were struck by an oxide freight train causing the crash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mondary
Dillon
Prairie City bank robbery shocks Jasper County
A gold bank robbery in Prairie City, claimed to be led by a Republican state committee member, resulted in about 4000 dollars stolen and a gunfight with local officers. The bank was insured for 5000 dollars, and suspects fled the scene with investigators pursuing leads across Jasper County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adox Moines Epecial
Republican State Commiittes
Prairie City
Lowa
Craibie Cine
Jasper Coury
Des Maines
Congressman's Illness Delays Campaign Despite Surgery
Congressman Robert H. Cousins III of lua travels to Chicago for treatment after pelvic abscess surgery at a Chi en hospital. Dr. HLL Peaningeon performs the operation. Cousins, a Republican candidate for re election, remains in Chicago during the campaign period amid uncertain political and personal consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acisease
Robert H. Cousins
Lua
Chieneo Poesikiy
Chien Huaspitel
Hll Peaningeon
Ab Cousins
Lawdar
Tug Tae
Republicad
Chicago
Cimmpaigem Nintik
Primghar Fire Levels Large Portion of Town
A devastating Friday night blaze in Primghar destroyed most of the town except one building. The fire engulfed the south side near the bank and several businesses including Slocuit’s bank and other firms. Loss is estimated at 42000 to 50000 dollars and the town lacks fire protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Primghar
Basttiors
Comet Banse Square
Slocuit's Bank
Tenny & Speers
Runge Veans & Chermoeuts
Swansea, & Lint
Ming Wnd Ochers
Vringhar
Divine Stays In Jail in Mapleton Case Delay
Preliminary trial of Rev. G. B. McKay is postponed. The preliminary examination of Trev C. B. Melay, Mapleton, charged with rape, was waived by consent of involved parties. McKay fears being taken to Mapleton and requests no transfer, while jury convenes November 6. Ends of justice seen as not harmed by the delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. B. McHay
Trev
C. B. Melayne Mapleton
Pean
Mongusa
McKay
Mapleton
Ingo
I Plokle
Wholesale Theft Suspect Confesses Ties to Cedar Rapids Stores
Police report a suspect linked to multiple Cedar Rapids stores including hardware jewelry dog goods and shoes in a wholesale theft ring. The confession prompted police to pursue additional leads and examine items recovered from the secondhand market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Phundesr
Cedar Ramus
Oris’ Shanks
al Quce
Windsor Hotel Fire Threatens LeMars In Clear Blaze
A Windsor Hotel in LeMars suffered a major fire early Wednesday morning. The blaze gutted the structure with the outer walls standing, nearly trapping fourteen occupants who were awakened by a night officer. Insurance coverage estimated at about 10,000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Windsor
LeMars
Saloon Men Hit Hard with Injunctions in Remsen Case
Permanent injunctions were granted by Judge LeMars Tes day against nine saloon operators in Remsen after the death of Nic Arens who took his own life amid heavy drinking. Arens’ wife sued the saloon keepers for damages totaling $15000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remsen
LeMars Tesday
Thid&e Gaynor
Iemsen
Nic Arens
Saga
Temsen
Student fatally stabbed after school quarrel in Waterloo
A report states that Flurry Pash, a 12 or 13 year old son of a farmer living near Waterloo, was likely fatally stabbed Monday by George Kelly during a schoolyard clash. Kelly, a farmer's son, reportedly fled as authorities pursued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Pashby
Yeniald
Cleorge Kelly
Kelly
Welly
Accidentally Shot and Killed During Hunt
Arthur Willsife was accidentally shot and killed by Gurtin Dean while returning home from a hunt. W. Thunder witnessed the incident, and the pair were securing firearms when a gun discharged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Willsife
Gurtin Dean
W. Thunder
Not Liable to Individuals A Des Moines Special
The Des Moines special reports the town supreme court ruling that no railroad company is liable to individuals for mail bag losses. the company is liable only to the government. Also noted is a Cromwell incident where Chiles Til-Tings was overcome and robbed of 83 money fund, with details unclear due to garbled text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
A. Cresta
Cromwell
Pharsdker
Bank President Arrested on Depot Platform Charge
Vi El Christensen president of the Stripshare bank was arrested at the depot platform in Maryville Missouri on charge of embezzling funds. Authorities believe the amount involved may reach 25 000 and up to 825 000 according to early estimates.
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EL Christensen
Stripshare Bank
Maryville
Pharsdiay
Embod
Cleistensen
Tent Ile
Divorce and remarriage amid insanity rumors in Atkins dispatch
Within a day of securing a divorce from his insane wife, James Canning marries Zelpha Wyre who had recently obtained a divorce from a similarly insane husband. The brief item notes rapid matches amid questions of sanity and prior unions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atkins
James Canning ‘Poursday
Zelpha ‘Wyre
Hosbaul
London preacher claims Messiah amid riots and threats
A London preacher who declares himself Messiah faces violent opposition and threats from Salvationists and others. Police and bystanders witnessed jeering and warnings as his supporters and detractors clashed, with calls to restrain him amid public disturbances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apageman
London
Alan
Salvationists
Houses to House Canvass by Chicago Mormons
A Chicago correspondent reports the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints conducting house to house canvass to recruit converts. Elders visit homes daily, leaving invitations for meetings at their church, which has 17 members, and converts are moved to Utah under church directions.
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Chicago
Utah
Church of Jesus
Chris
Taek
Iuwa
Wisconsin
Jalony
Seareh
Cobomisie
Dietetar
Arbitration Board Shaped By Key Miners Leaders
The arbitration commission met in Washington to set the framework for investigating coal mine conditions. President Mitchell represented the United Miners of America while the operators and other officials approved a broadened panel with full voting power and a recorder to document proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arbitration Commission
Trousevele
Hell
Washington
Mitchell
AcHni
Gaer
United Miners of America
Larrell DL
Spreckels Heir to Wed Beauty Heiress in San Francisco
The son of magnate John D Spreckels plans marriage to Miss Huntington, heiress to the Huntington fortune. The alliance unites San Francisco society with New York circles as preparations begin for a high profile wedding in San Francisco.
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Bon
Spreckels
John Ty Spreckels
Huntington
Collis
John DL Spreckels
Sluntington
Teodoral
Maryland
San Francisco
New York
Immigration Figures Show Shifts in European Arrivals
A government report on immigration reveals 148 745 newcomers in the last year to the United States. It notes 400 569 were from Europe with Hungary and Russia among top origins, and a rise in arrivals from several countries while Japanese and Chinese arrivals decline. Illiteracy reached 162 000 among entrants and 4 003 were under 14 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Samed Tussin
Jesaed
Japan
Thanksgiving Proclamation Honors Giver of Goods
President Theodore Roosevelt proclaims November 27 as a national day of thanksgiving urging Americans to pause from work and worship to give thanks for the past year’s peace and abundant prosperity. The message is sealed by the President’s signature and the Secretary of State’s notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tunney
Dewig
Roosevelt
Brown
Ian Hood
J. 'Pheodore Thad Vell
United States
Hanksgiving
Vie
Washington
Theodore Roosevelt
Large Kaw valley potato crop boosts income per acre
Reports from the Kaw valley Kansas show the potato harvest nearing completion with yields up to 250 bushels per acre and prices around 25 cents. If average, farms may realize about 50 dollars per acre, reflecting exceptional production and strong market demand.
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Tha Kaw Valley
Kansas
Pototo
Kaw Valley
Kaw River
Argentine
Topeka
Orest
Ohio
Red River
Minnesota
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Patel
Meal Olbert Ste Aed Dope
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Orisha
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Reek
Ctes
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Hilled
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Aosiuk Fintan
Ners Kiehling
Jetpek
Ayers
Paris
Shannel
Geir
Fern
Hunter
Burgtara
Peaivie
Chigaga
Stbyndt
Dowia Baarmee
Divine
Stakbs
Young Taul
Pataily
Christensen
Dr. Stoic
James Stone
St. James' Church
Nwa
Waren
Teav
Ale
Stone
Chisicch
Mr. Stone
Pac
Billei Dy Née
Claud Smith
Totel
Leavenworth
Ian
T. B. Yerguson
New Afexico
Maj
Tekn AL Crewell
Atehisan
Kan
Tanid
National Convention of the Christian Church
Coliseum
Omaha
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