06 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
The Harrison News
Location
Harrison, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1902
Page
1
The text presents garbled health remedies and personal reflections. It mentions coughs, tempera issues, old ailments, and vague references to remedies and strength. Names such as Aimbus and Columbus appear as scattered fragments without clear context or events.
Fragmentary OCR summary notes medical terms and a Paul Minnesota reference from 1902. The readable bits mention bene ulcers and mercuria rheum fever, with stray advertising-like text. The fragment provides no clear event or person details to confirm a full news item.
Pittsburgh and Butler authorities recount the dramatic jail breakout by Edward and John Biddle aided by Mrs. Soffel. After preliminary wounds and a snowbound chase, both brothers die from self inflicted or officer fire wounds while Soffel is mortally wounded. Autopsy confirms self inflicted shots. Mrs Soffel describes the escape sequence and capture fate.
A massive fire in Waterbury Connecticut began in the Reid & Hughes Dry Goods Co. on Bank Street and swept the business district as high winds spread flames to seven or eight blocks. By 1 am losses were estimated at 2 million dollars with new outbreaks at the Scoville House and Exchange Hotel driving residents to flee in night clothes. Firefighters from Hartford Torrington Bridgeport New Haven and Naugatuck battled the blaze as the city hall and Exchange hotel faced destruction.
Butler, Pa., Feb. 4. Ed Biddle’s death appears linked to Jessie Bodine amid claims of love for Mrs Sof fel. Sheriff Hoon found a portrait of Bodine and a lock of hair wrapped with a faded violet in Biddle’s clothing. The violet, given in jail by Rev. Foster’s daughter, inspired verses Ed wrote. authorities placed the mementos with his heart as he was buried in a black suit.
Snow fell steadily from Sunday morning with strong westerly winds. All trains on multiple Bradford rail branches including Western New York & Pennsylvania, Bradford Bordell & Kinzua, and Bradford Erie routes were abandoned. The last passenger run between Rochester, Buffalo, and Pittsburg ceased. Main Erie line trains are several hours late.
A Western Corea report relayed via the St. Petersburg Daily Mail correspondent states that 2,000 Chinese Boxers crossed the Corean frontier, plundering several towns and causing inhabitants to flee. The Corean government has requested military assistance.
In St Louis on February 3 Judge Ryan of the circuit court awarded John F Ruth $2000 against the St Louis Transit Co for ejecting him from a car and detaining him overnight after he tendered a worn nickel. The decision states smooth nickels must be accepted at their face value.
A severe blizzard grips Halifax with hurricane force winds as the new steel ferry Scotia breaks from moorings and crashes into a pier causing extensive damage. The province reports a harsh winter storm with high seas and drifting snow as authorities assess the wreck and secure affected areas.
The United States gunboat Machizs under Lieut. Commander Henry McCrea left the navy yard in New York on Sunday afternoon after a month of repairs. She heads to the West Indies with unspecified orders.
Diamonds stolen from two iron bound trunks of C. B. Clausen a Minneapolis wholesale jewelry agent were recovered at Terry forty miles west of Glendive Montana on February 3 Merchant authorities reported the recovery confirmed by Terry police and linked to the earlier theft from Clausen's trunks.
King Edward and Queen Alexandra attended a Queen's Hall concert in London on a Sunday afternoon. The program mirrored the selection once chosen by the late Queen Victoria when the Queen's Hall Orchestra played before her at Windsor.
Lexington Kentucky February 3 news notes that Dr F O Young learns his brother Lieut Commander Lucien Young has been promoted to commander and assigned to the cruiser Detroit in a notable naval advancement.
In Cumberland Coal Co. premises near Crossville Tennessee, a mob issued a red skull and cross bone warning to Black workers to leave. The mob fired on cabins, attacked the commissary, and a battle with white guards occurred. Authorities promise protection as militia readiness grows and several suspects were released.
A Gauley railroad freight train fell through a trestle near Berry's Siding in Wheeling West Virginia on Monday killing engineer A O Nute of Weston and fireman Goodlow Ward of Weston two other brakemen were injured including W H Wolf and two unnamed brakemen. A special Weston train with railroad surgeons rushed to the wreck scene.
In Monongalia county near Wise Post Office the Glover home burned Sunday night. Blanche infant child of Thompson Glover died from burns while two elder children were possibly fatally burned and Mr and Mrs Glover were seriously burned escaping. House nearly fell in with loss about 5000 dollars.
Washington reports an abstract from the adjutant generals showing 8,751 commissioned officers and 106,998 enlisted men in state and territorial militias. It notes 10,845,268 men available for military duty unorganized.
Ardell Westerville, a 15-year-old girl, sues Benton Harbor school board for damages over illness linked to an unhealthy classroom. Judge Coolidge rules schools are not liable in private actions for injuries due to negligent school officers.
Mayor Low and the aldermanic committee announce that the city will grant Prince Henry the freedom of the city on February 25. This ceremonial honor will be one of the rare occasions in the city when such a courtesy is extended.
Wellington with a report dated February 4 1000 Maoris volunteered for garrison duty anywhere in the British domain to relieve an equal number of British troops for service in theSouth Africa conflict.
Berlin reports the Bavarian government sold an 86 million mark loan to a syndicate of Bavarian bankers. The issue carries 3.5 percent interest and subscriptions will be opened soon for the public and institutions.
Washington February 4 Representatives Payne and Grosvenor former Ways and Means chairman held a long conference with the president regarding reducing the tax on Cuban sugar imported into the United States.
Chicago police report Robert F. Stone wanted in Boston on forgery charges was arrested as he attempted to board a train to Denver at the Chicago & Northwestern station Monday night.
New York Feb 4 Columbia University trustees announce a 50000 dollar bequest from Henry Villard's estate to endow a chair in Germanic languages. Professor W H Carpenter will occupy the new chair.
In San Jose California on February 4 a five year old boy set a bonfire that burned his 14 month old brother. The mother discovered the child too late and the infant died after four hours. The incident centers on the Nelson family of Evergreen.
A brutal gale along Long Island and New Jersey sinks vessels and claims lives. The Schepp ran aground near Long Beach while tugs John E. Berwind and E. S. Atwood, rescued by the German steamer Barcelona, nearly sank delivering provisions. Severe storm paralyzes New York state with 40 mph winds and stalled rail service.
Four people were killed and one fatally injured in a gasoline explosion Monday night in the bakery of George Carver at Boyerstown Pennsylvania. A rear fire weakened the building and a blast blew out the front wall as onlookers watched, trapping several under debris. Henry Shaner died instantly and three other victims perished later from their injuries amid flying debris.
Three and a half tons of baking powder condemned by the city chemist were destroyed after being seized by the board of health. Portions were found at a department store and in a warehouse, with chemists noting the product contained 29 percent powdered rock.
Archie Freeman failed to appear in circuit court on charges of forgery and embezzlement brought by Raber and Watson cedar dealers of Chicago. Freeman posted 5500 dollars in bonds, which were forfeited. He is thought to be in Mexico and a search will be made.
A Monday morning casualty list from London lists the Earl of Munster Geoffrey George Gordon Fitz-Clarence as accidentally killed at the Lapo mines on February 2. He was a major in the 3rd battalion Royal Scots Lothian Regiment, born in 1859.
Victoria B C February 4 news of a plot to assassinate the empress dowager of China and her court reached the steamer Glenesk amid reports of widespread rebellion and possible imperial-wide involvement.
In Washington on February 4, James Golden, Abraham Jacobs, Selden J Williams and James French, described as long term men, escaped the district workhouse by sawing their way out. Authorities believe women aided the attempt and may be involved.
A sweep of sessions in Washington covers passage of a commerce and labor department bill, pension increases for total blindness, and census record transfers. Senate debates press censorship in Manila and discusses the Nicaraguan canal route, while the House advances a permanent census bureau and oleomargarine legislation.
Danville Illinois February 4 B Oppenheim a wealthy Hoopeston merchant has been indicted on a charge of arson. He is accused of involvement in the December fire that devastated Hoopeston's business district.
Washington Feb 4 Gen Nelson A Miles was thrown to the ground and dragged when his sleigh collided with another while he was out driving. Injuries are slight. Also reported killed at a grade crossing in Newcastle Pennsylvania Ellis Johnson and Charles Anderson died at the Bessemer railroad crossing when their vehicle was struck by a freight train.
In Fort Sumner seven bandits entered the Pecos Mercantile Cow's store and killed Felipe Beaubieu. They beat Francisco Zamora, stole $600 worth of goods, robbed the post office, and fled the scene.
Chicago officials report the city council approved lifting all height restrictions for fireproof buildings by a 56 to 9 vote on Monday night. The decision reverses a policy enacted two weeks earlier by the same body.
In Santiago on February 4, the burial took place for Don Aniba Zanartu, a former senator, vice president candidate, and former minister who died suddenly on Saturday. The interment occurred Monday amid formal ceremonies.
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