Fire destroys J. S. Foote Foundry plant at Fredericktown
Fire swept the J. S. Foote Foundry Co. plant in Fredericktown Ohio on Thursday night starting in the roof of the molding room. The blaze, likely sparked by a vent hole during molding, destroyed the molding room and adjoining structures, with water limits hindering efforts. The incident threatens about fifty workers’ livelihoods as rebuilding remains uncertain.
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Fredericktown
Ohio
J. 8. Foote Foundry Co
Fiy
Jacob Hoeflich
Fie
Basily
Arsa
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Heen
Fire destroys Foote foundry. Sears Roebuck decision looms
A devastating blaze at the Foote foundry in Fredericktown damaged the plant and threatened mapthaline storage nearby. Most of the foundry workforce faces indefinite layoff, with operations pivoting to shipping as fire decisions hinge on Sears Roebuck's choice to handle the products. Mr Foote travels to Chicago to secure a decision that will determine rebuilding and pattern procurement for bells and cement block machines.
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Sears & Roebuck
Chicago
Sears-Roebuck Company
Foote
Iwolds Manufacturing Co
Reynolds Company
H. B. Reynolds Co
Beare-Roebuck Co
Fredericktown
Fire destroys Han cock farm residence and barn
Martinsburg Ohio June 27 fire levelled the William Hancock on the Leander Hayes farm. Two men sleeping escaped unharmed as their home and barn burned to the ground. Origin unknown. household goods were destroyed in the flames. Fire spread rapidly.
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Martinsburg
William Hancock
Leander Hayes
Confessed Thief Returns Stolen Goods to Koons
A porch furniture and plant thief confessed to Hon William M Koons and returned stolen items Friday. A wagon load of articles including porch chairs bicycles and plant life were turned over at Mr Koons’ office. Residents who had items stolen are urged to identify and claim their property. Minnie Bowman of Mount Vernon has returned home after visiting Bre U Stevens of Hudson Avenue in Newark.
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East Ood
William M. Koons
Mr. Koons
Koons
Mim
Minnie Bwaton
Mt Vuernon
Bre
O. Stevens
Hudson Avenue
Newark Atmericay
Tre Dune
A Review of The Last Democratic Tariff Bill
A historical critique by Clyde H. Tavenner discusses Grover Cleveland and the 1893 94 tariff fight. It traces House passage, Senate lobbies, and 614 changes that gutted protections, blaming special privilege for betraying voters and comparing to current anti lobbying battles led by President Wilson.
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Clyde H. Tavenner
Washington
Pelf
Grover Cleveland
Democratic Party
Wilson
Senate
Democratic Ways and Means Committee
House of Representatives
Republicass
House
Airty
Gorman
Maryland
Brice
Ohio
Cleveland
Value of Evidence in County Court Case
In Washington County a jury of 15 men and two young women testified about a car horn at a crossing. The judge ruled for the defendant, accepting the women witnesses over the men. The article notes sex not influencing the verdict and argues the outcome depended on reliability of testimony rather than gender.
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Pittsburgh Chronicle-Telegraph
Washington County
General Pershing to be investigated in Philippine campaign affair
General Pershing faces an official inquiry into actions during the Philippine campaign as investigators scrutinize records and conduct. Officials from the relevant bureau indicate a formal review will assess military decisions and conduct during the period in question.
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Wiefendant
Philippine Campaign
Speeding Motorcycle Rider Arrested and Fined
George Gueulette was arrested Friday morning on six counts of speeding on a motorcycle. He appeared before Mayor Clements and pleaded guilty, receiving a fine of six dollars plus costs.
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George Gueulette
Clements
Pile Gueulette
Costa
Mediation Bill Passed In Senate To Create Commission
Washington June 27 The senate approved the Newlands mediation bill establishing a federal commission of mediation and conciliation to resolve railway labor disputes. The office would be led by a commissioner with a salary of 7,000 a year and would oversee handling of conflicts between employees and railways.
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Washington
Senate
Newlands
Bil
Sensation Sprung in Lauterback Case
A Washington lobby hearing heard Rep A Mitshell Palmer of Pennsylvania accuse an impersonator of posing as him to set up a meeting with New York lawyer Ledyard. Edward Lauterbach joined the interview and allegedly claimed to speak for key House figures. Wilson nominated Ohio postmasters and Justice Gerard to a German post. a retired officer and Mrs. Van were wed in Zanesville.
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Washington
A. Mitshell Palmer
Pennsylvante
Dem
Lewis G. Ledyard
New York
Palmer Kimasii
Palmer
Bay
Daniel Riordan
Ledpard
Dows i
Mr. Ledyard
Ledyard
Representative Palmer
Ladyard
Edward Lauterbach
New York City
Lauterbach
House of Representatives
Imation
Im- Cham Me
W. Underr Iomdar
Red
Riordam
Underwood
Clark
Lauterbes
Sscate
Morgan House
Johnson in Canada sets sail for Europe with white wife
Montreal reports Jeck Johnson, a Black pugilist, planning to sail for Europe next September. He said he would not forfeit his bond due in November in Chicago on a white slave charge. He travels with his white wife, amid unsettled questions and unusual phrasing.
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Europe
Montreal
Jeck Johnson
Chicago
Johnson
Porcupine Repair Leads Edinger England Motoring Tour
Mr and Mrs Wallace Edinger have begun an eight weeks motoring tour in England after repairing a porcupine confirmed by their local press. The couple plans to visit historic sites and countryside regions, sharing travel notes with friends upon return.
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Wallace Edinger
England
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