Wreck on Iowa Central Trestle Injures and Kills
A morning Sun bound passenger coach derailed at a trestle east of Morning Sun Iowa Central. eight aboard fell thirty feet. Two killed three firemen died later in Chicago Baltimore case not in this text. injured include Rev Miller Mayland E B Drummer Wyoming Elmer Reece Morning Sun Thomas Myer Oakville and an unnamed Keithsburg man. Fire saved by nearby ice cutters. victims taken to a nearby farmhouse for treatment.
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Burtleron
Iowa Central
Morning Sun
Seria
Wyoming
Elmer Reece
Thomas Myer
Oakville
Keithsburg
Three Fatally Burned in Fires in Kingston Suburb
Three small business buildings burned in Kingston, a southern suburb of Chicago, causing $10,000 in losses. Pipeman Stephen Morgan died instantly, James Cunningham of Engine Company 62 was severely injured. Fireman Larsen Peterson, injured earlier at Garden City Fan Company, died at county hospital four hours later.
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Chicago
Kensington
Stephen Morgan
James Cunningham
Engine Company 62
Larsen Peterson
Garden City
Washington Jefferson Streets
Horrible death in Baltimore house fire
Mrs. William de Courcey died in a home fire at 1719 Etting Street after a kerosene lamp exploded. Mr. and Mrs. de Courcey escaped but left two children inside. The father and children were badly burned as firemen recovered the mother’s charred body an hour later.
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Baltimore
William de Courcey
Etting Street
Sloop Shaw mut burns. two crewmen die at Commercial wharf
The sloop Shaw mut arrived from Sandy Hook and burned at Commercial wharf in Bostox. Frederick Allchrist and Charles Jenkson were found dead in the cabin after the fire.
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Bostox
Shawmut
Sandy Hook
Commercial Wharf
Frederick Allchrist
Charles Jenkson
Drowned Heroine Saves Sister in Ice Hole Incident
Irene Fawcett aged 18 died in the Monongahela River near Pittsburgh while attempting to save her seven year old sister Bella who fell through a hole in the ice. Brother Thomas Fawcett rescued Bella.
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Pittsburg
Irene Fawcett
Monongahela River
Bella
Thomas Fawcett
Irene
Satolli Endorsed as Permanent Apostolic Delegate to U S
The pope will establish a permanent apostolic delegation in the United States and has named Mgr Satolli as first delegate. The Vatican seeks this as a clear reply to opposition to Satolli and his mission. Rev. M E Booker will deliver authenticating documents. his departure for America is postponed.
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Rome
United States
Mgr. Satolli
Vatican
M. E. Booker
Father Booker
America
Apostolic Delegation Permanently Established in the United States
A cable from Rome confirms the apostolic delegation is permanently established in the United States and that you are confirmed as the first debate. The message, originating from American propaganda, is noted as authentic by inquiries at the Catholic University where Mgr Satolli resides.
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Washington
Rome
Satelli
United States
O’connel
Catholic University
Mgr. Satolli
No Jury in Sight in Wyoming Cattlemen Trial
On the ninth day of the cattlemen trial in Cheyenne Wyoming none of the twenty three defendants accused of murder and arson has yet encountered a jury. Nine talesmen are kept in custody each night while 544 candidates have been examined for jury service and 50 of 414 challenges used, with no sign of a jury in sight.
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Cheyenne, Wy
Policemen Shot Down in Jackson Ambush
In Jackson Mississippi on January 16 two white tramps shot and wounded policemen as officers pursued them after arrests for stealing from an abandoned azine. The fugitives fled though officers remain on their trail.
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Jickson
Gelce
Panama Scandal Narrowed to All Sides of French Politics
Paris reports relief as Charles de Lesseps accuses Arthur Meyer of taking 100000 francs from Panama. Four deputies face suspicion as republican officials and journalists are linked to Panama corruption, while Von Caprivi’s army bill speech shifts debate away from Panama matters.
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Paris
Charles de Lesseps
Arthur Meyer
Gaulois
Panama Company
Friends of the Republic
Panama
M. Franqueville
von Caprivi
France
The
Figaro
M. Maynard
Carnot
Republic
Bribe Offers Hit Minnesota Legislature Over Davis Fight
The Minneapolis Journal reports bribe offers to defeat Senator Davis as lawmakers fear his ouster next week. Sums from 1500 to 3000 dollars were proposed to several lower house members to be absent during the senatorial election, with some urged to travel to Detroit Chicago or New York. Three prominent Republicans were identified as ready to disclose details if denied.
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Minnesota
Senator Davis
Minneapolis
Journal
Davis
St. Paul
St.Paul
Detroit
Chicago
New York
Capitol
Robber Captured After Portland Depot Attempt
Mason City reports a highway robber known for extensive activity in multiple cities was captured after a Milwaukee depot incident in Portland. Four men faced him as he drew two revolvers and ordered a hold up. Agent Sawyer seized the assailant during the struggle, subduing and binding him. The robber identified himself as John A. Griss and mentioned a Chicago-based brother-in-law D. A. Williams.
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Mason City
Chicago
Milwaukee
St. Paul
Portland
Sawyer
John A. Griss
D. A. Williams
Dareld Cagen and Hugh McCormick Set for Milwaukee Skating Series
Dareld Cagen the European champion and Canadian skater Hugh McCormick will race a three race series in Milwaukee at Schlitz park on January 21 23 and 44. Each five mile race carries a $1000 stake per side and 75 percent of gate receipts. A $150 cash prize awaits if either beats the American five mile record.
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Milwaukee
Dareld Cagen
Europe
Hugh McCormick
Canada
Schlitz Park
Illinois Legislature Rejects Anti-Option Resolution
In Springfield on Friday the anti option bill took a blow as Representative Armstrong urged U S Senators from Illinois to back the Washington anti option bill. Frey moved to refer the resolution to the federal relations committee, a body that never met, and the proposal was laid to rest by a 57 to 55 vote with Democrats favoring referral.
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Springfield
Ills
Armstrong
United States
Frey
Committee On Federal Relations
First Lynching Prevention Bill Favored in North Carolina
The judiciary committee in Raveien North Carolina reports a favorable bill to the legislature to stop lynching. It imposes a $500 fine and imprisonment for participants and makes county authorities responsible for lynching incidents.
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Raveien
N. C
Committee On Judiciary
Populist Senators Roast Jerry Simpson In Senate Row
In Topeka on January 16 the senate opened business under a Populist house resolution. Three Populist senators Taylor O Bryan and Dillard protested recognizing the Populist house and roasts of Jerry Simpson followed, claiming his absence could have averted the scramble and led to settlement.
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Jerry Simpson
Topeka
Kan
Senate
House
Taylor
O'Bryan
Dillard
Woman elected assistant sergeant at arms in Littie Rock
Mrs M M Anderson of Pulaski was chosen as assistant sergeant-at-arms of the house. It marks the first time a woman has held the position.
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Littie Rock
M. M. Anderson
Pulaski
Blaine Feels Some Strength Amid Uncertain Health
Washington January 16 reports say ex secretary Blaine at night showed vitality despite growing weakness. Dr Johnston noted he survived on stimulants and nitroglycerine, with no immediate danger of dissolution though conditions fluctuated and restlessness persisted.
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Washington
Blaine
Jim
Johnston
Trade activity rises slowly after holidays says Dod review
New York Jan. 16 R G Dod and Co Weekly Review of Trade notes slow pickup after holidays yet shows stimulus from severe weather boosting heavy boots woolens and winter goods. Sentiment remains cautious but reports point to growing preparations for business expansion and improvements in financial conditions despite uncertainties.
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New York
R. G. Dod
CBS ‘Weekly Review of Trade
Kansas Supreme Court Refuses Mandamus in Legislative Muddle
Topeka reports that the Kansas Supreme Court refused to intervene in the legislative deadlock. The Populist and Republican factions clash as Dunsmore’s Populist house assertion and senate action fail to yield a settlement. Governors, parties, and courts remain at odds with no clear path to peace.
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Kansas Supreme Court
Topeka
Senate
House
Dunsmore
Republican Committee
Expta
Supreme Court
Osborne
Whisky trust to buy entire stock to curb market
At Pearl Ills Jan 16 an important whisky trust meeting decided to purchase the entire stock to remove it from the market. Directors report profits of 2000 dollars per month and promise a record dividend next month as the most it has ever been.
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Pearl
Whisky Trust
Strange Poisoning Case Strikes Toledo Residents
In Toledo on January 16 Gideon Le Blonde his wife and daughter Miss Carrie Ayer and Henry Falker were poisoned. Le Blonde Ayer and Falker are out of danger while Mrs Le Blonde is critically ill with slim chances of recovery. A physician has taken samples of lard for analysis. The victims are longtime, prominent residents.
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Cellina
Gideon le Blonde
Carrie Ayer
Henry Falker
Toledo
Mr. le Blonde
Miss Ayer
Mr. Falker
le Blonde
Second Death of Clay Hopper Reported
A second death of Clay Hopper was recorded at 5 p m in ToLepo Ohio on January 16. The case is described as the most valuable in medical science with two men at the grave on duty. Fears arise that physicians may trade the body for medical purposes.
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ToLepo
Clay Hopper
Gangs of Pennsylvania Highwaymen Routed in Clash
A Hazelton dispatch reports five gangwaymen terrorizing Freeland and nearby areas were defeated after a fierce ambush with sandbags clubs and clubs. Three attackers were killed in the exchange. The five were captured after returning to Highland and facing accusations from locals in a hearing. John Lask and William Mace linked to the later action.
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Pennsylvania
York
Hazelton
Freeland
Highland
John Lask
William Mace
Iffs
Western Senators Attend Women's Suffrage Conference
The New York event features afternoon religious services at Music Hall with Rev. F Eastman and speakers including Miss Anthony Stanton and Miss Lucy Stone. Wives and daughters of several Western senators and representatives will participate, with sessions through January 19.
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IGTON
Jwner
Mett Music Hall
East New York
Anthony
Stanton
Lucy Stone
Carey and Warren
Zoming
Cngressman Davis
Canan Broderick
Harbor fears river overflow from twenty coal boats
Fragmentary report notes twenty boats moored in the harbor with coal boats among them. A sudden rise in water is feared to cause the river to overflow, prompting concern among observers.
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Ives
Holeen
Electrical Echoes in Brief News Minute
Scraps report new cholera cases at Betbare and a post office burglary in Irvington New York where burglars took about $600 in cash and stamps. Albuquerque sees a broad strike affecting Atlantic lines while the nation notes a $7,000,000 rise in internal revenue in a recent report.
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Irvington
N. Y
Albuquerque
N. M
Ap Ines
Tariff Outcry At Hearing On Electric Supplies
A tariff outcry was heard before the Ways and Means Committee regarding electric supplies. Dr. Wellington Williams urged passage of a bill admitting entry for their electricity and related goods as discussed at WaterNovon on January 16.
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Tebedbage
St. Louis Electric
WaterNovon
Committee On Ways
Wellington Williams
Pope Leo Seeks Harmony in Plenary Differences
Pope Leo expresses interest in resolving ecclesiastical differences and desires to bring harmony to the plesiastical situation. The garbled text suggests a focus on church unity and ongoing negotiations.
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Leo
Roms
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