Explosion at Keeler flour mill devastates Ill town
Fire at the Keeler flour mill in Laronnero Illinois triggers a dust explosion that blows the mill to fragments. Head millwright Cowie is killed and several workers injured as flames destroy the building and nearby shops. Damages estimated at $1,150,000 with shock felt up to 25 miles away.
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Laronrero
Keeler
Ohn Cowie
Willwright
Bvat Waterloo
Wat
Clyde
Butler
Gillespie
Hillsboro
Millright
Ee Cowie
Pare
Penne
Main Street
State Street
Kehler Bros
St. Louis
Calamity at Iowa Sawmill Kills Four Injured Two
A Sunday accident at a Skunk River sawmill three miles north of Locheringk Iowa results in four dead and several seriously injured. The boiler explosion followed an engineer's alleged act of injecting cold water into the boiler, tearing the mill apart and killing workers including John Adams a saw tender.
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Locheringk
Skunk River
Here
Jomn Adams
Garrs
Fire fatal blaze in Kenosha factory claims three lives
Kenosha Wis March 2 reports a devastating factory fire at Keweena where a fireworks maker identified as Chris mizen and two others perished. A boy living with Arent was among the victims as investigators begin to piece together the cause.
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Kenosha
Wis
Keweena
Chris Mizen
Arent
Firefighters Find Two Men Dead After Arentzen House Fire
Neighbors saw flames erupt from the Arentzen house and alerted authorities. Firefighters extinguished the blaze and then discovered two men inside, with investigators unsure if explosion or smoke suffocation caused their deaths.
Opposition to National G A R Encampment in Indianapolis
Indianapolis March 22 opposition among Grand Army posts to holding the national encampment here takes shape with a plan to draft resolutions at the state encampment in Evansville in April. Posts accuse the soldiers and sailors monument of Mexicanizing and urge the Gulf Administration to relocate the meeting. The city council earlier approved 75000 dollars toward the encampment.
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Indianapolis
Grand Army
Veterans of
Indiana
Evansville
Monument Commission
Council of Administration
Thirty Saloonkeepers Jailed In Fort Scott Prohibition Sweep
A governor's appointee directs a 6 AM roundup in Fort Scott arresting thirty saloonkeepers for alleged violations of local liquor rules. Jail counts range ten to eighty five, with fines to deter continued breaches tied to a month of illegal sales.
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Fort Scott
Suire & Small
Serious cattle disease reported near Winona Minnesota
Dr. R C Mason investigated a cattle disease near Money Creek south of Winona. The illness caused hind leg lameness followed by hoof loss, leading to euthanizing many animals. Ergot in hay is blamed. about 50 cattle have died and as many more will be killed.
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Winona
Minn
R. C. Mason
Money Creek
Mason
Bribery Case Yields Guilty Verdicts and Acquittals
In open court Marius Fontane and M Sans-Leroy along with Blondin were found guilty in a bribery case linked to the Panama bill. All other prisoners were acquitted including Senator Feral. The defendants faced charges over altering votes and taking bribes related to canal legislation.
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Blondin
Bashut
Marius Fontane
Panama Canal
M. Sans-Leroy
Millionaire Mackay in Improved Health After Crisis
San Francisco reports state Mackay’s condition improved after a medical crisis. At the Palace hotel he slept well and seemed more comfortable than a week prior. Dr Keeney stated the crisis had passed and his patient showed continued improvement.
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San Francisco
John W. Mackay
Keeney
Appointed Senators Strain Seated Nationwide Debate
Constitutional struggle over seating appointed senators intensifies as the Senate confronts withstanding challenges and possible seating delays. Washington dispatch notes fresh constitutional strain and political maneuvering shaping the outcome.
Separated From His Wife Sparks Unclear Fortunes
A fragment notes that separated from his wife, Wilson had befriended someone, but details are unclear. The item hints at relationship changes influencing local social ties and possibly ongoing disputes.
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Wilson
Thrun Case Attracts Attention In Wisconsin County Jail
The Thrun case dominates local attention as Thrun remains jailed without bail set at 2500 dollars after intervention of friends lowered it from 2500. Hanson returns to Chicago. All cases adjourned until March 28 to allow time for preparation.
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Thrun
Oshxosh
Wis
Thrun Ige
Hanson
Chicago
Tee
Rae
Pinta and Nina Arrive in Havana Escort by Warships
The Pinta and Nina caravels arrive in Havana on March 22 under the escort of two United warships Newar and Bennin en route to New York.
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Pinta
Nina
Havana
United Tes
Newar
Bennin
Columbus Naval View
New York
Mead murder cases set for June trial adjournment
Warraca Wisconsin March 22 court adjourned to June 6 by consent of state and defense. The calendar lists Mead murder cases to be tried on that date.
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Warraca
Wis
Mead Murd
Globe Publishing faces receivership after large judgment
Curiaco March 22 The Globe Publishing Company confessed judgment on twelve notes in favor of M C McDonald for 109 607 98. An application will be made in the courts for a receiver and it is not clear what follows.
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Curiaco
The
Globe Publishing Company
M. C. McDonald
Swin dies a Chicago Firm discovery
Chicago March 22 Captain Joseph Magin alias Captain George W Roeder formerly of Company H First reg represented himself today he borrowed eighty dollars from them.
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Swin
Chicago
Joseph Magin
George W. Roeder
Company H
First Regi
State Parties Convene in City for Nominations
On March 22 Provence R L notes both Republicans and Democrats held state conventions in the city. Republicans nominated a candidate for governor while Democrats discussed platform items and future contests amid a busy day of civic action.
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Provence
R. L
Senator Morgan Recovered
In London a brief note reports Senator Morgan has recovered from an illness. The message notes recovery amid a period of political activity and public appearances in the capital.
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Morgan
London
Aloe
Sarmont
Paris
After Seals Leave Mission
Fragmentary note claims the nature of the outfit and its leader’s mission are unlawful as seals depart.
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Lea
Kaiulania's Farewell Sail to England
The piece notes Kaiulania’s departure as the fair first lady and mentions a dear boy who sent a loving letter and prayer. Katulanl marks the princess sailing for England in this poetic notice of departure.
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Katulanl
England
Notable Figure Condemns Punishment Yet Cites Legal Limits
The statement argues the penalty is excessive for the offense but notes the law bars any lighter remedy. It emphasizes tension between moral judgment and statutory constraint, reflecting debate over proportionality and due process without detailing specific case facts.
Obama March 22.18 inquiry into state funds on deposit
A committee investigated state funds on deposit and questioned officials about handling and storage. The inquiry referenced dates in March and focused on financial procedures and accountability.
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Obama
Des Moines Citizen Noted in Historic City Record
A fragment from Des Moines references a city resident formerly associated with an event or role, indicating a historic civic connection and local memory of past governance or public service.
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Des Moines
Madison Wis M John R Parkinson a
Madison Wisconsin reports on M John R Parkinson with details unclear due to fragmentary OCR. The item references an individual in Madison and appears to be a short notice or obituary note from the local page. Further readable context is needed to specify event or relation.
Democratic Senators Converse on Senate Reorganization
The Democratic caucus met at noon to consider reorganization of elective offices in the Senate. Nearly all Democrats attended except Senator Walthal of Mississippi. the steering committee led by Mr. Gorman held the debate, offering no recommendations. The report outlines current and past staffing and signals a likely long session ahead.
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WasahineTos
Senate
Walthal
Mississippi
Messrs
Peffer
Kyle
Allen
Gorman
Iowa
Congress
Cleveland’s firm stand against nepotism in office
President Cleveland denounces nepotism and vows that relatives of officials cannot be considered for federal appointments. He lectures on safeguarding appointments, while noting mixed rules for former officeholders and a gendered exception in Petersburg, Illinois.
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Washington
Cleveland
Springer
Petersburg
Ill
Tion
Arthur
Harrison
Senate
Gusta Maneuinen
New Regulations on Importing Breeding Animals
Wartime note from March 22 reports Secretary Carlisle issuing a circular on the importation of animals for breeding. The document outlines regulatory steps and applies to breeders and importers.
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Carlisle
Animals Entitled to Free Entry Admitted on Bond
Report states animals may be admitted on bond for production under customs guidance. Officials outline entitlement to free entry with bond as part of the procedure.
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Collec of Customs
Motion on Canada waterway aims to a continuous Lake Superior to Atlantic route
An English MP introduced a motion urging Canada to secure a complete uninterrupted waterway from Lake Superior head to the Atlantic through Canadian waters. It cites canal rapid shores and growing traffic, calls for diplomatic action by the minister of railways and canals, and condemns U S diplomatic conduct. No further action was taken.
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St. Rapids
System Board
Canada
Lake Superior
Atlantic Ocean
Minister of Railways and Canals
United States
Oded Ee Ee Cotta
General Sanborn Will Not Receive More Fees
Washington March 22 General John B Sanborn of St Paul will not receive any more fees the Sisseton Wahpeton agency dispute ends with no further compensation to him.
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Washington
John B. Sanborn
T Paul
Sisseton Wahpeton
Notable Local Tragedy and Miscellany In Brief
John Callahan is found cut throat from ear to ear. He resided in St. Paul. Mrs. Pettigrew seeks a rest in Washington after an attack of la grippe. A deserted infant is found near Winslow's residence, amid reports of a work showing at the Ceylon exhibit for higher wages. The Minnesota state teachers institute at Winona opens with about 100 teachers under H. C. Farrar. Bishop John M. presides as church leader and President Cleveland referenced.
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John Callahan
St. Paul
Pettigrew
Washington
la Grippe
Minnesota In Bureau
Winslow
Minneapolis
State” Teachers Institute
Winona
Minn
H. C. Farrar
John M
Cleveland
Infant body found left in icy nook in March
An infant’s body was discovered in a frozen nook on March 22. Police are investigating the circumstance of the infant being left or abandoned, with authorities pursuing leads and examining nearby waste and sorting areas.
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Weed
Bey A
Ens Savina
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