White River Pleasure Boats Draw Crowds Near Indianapolis
Broad Ripple Park and Fairview drew large holiday crowds with self propelling launches on White River. Visitors marveled at Racine built craft and rapid launches while Montani brothers orchestra played nearby. The day featured river fireworks Battle of Santiago and military band concerts, with crowds traveling by electric car between parks.
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Bob” Campbell
Astierman
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Indianapolis Are Company
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Aribert
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Wis
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Indianapolis Military Band
No Let-Up in Heat Forecast for Monday and Tuesday
Washington report notes continued high temperatures with fair weather and variable showers. Ohio forecasts show warm conditions Monday with showers and cooler weather in the north Tuesday. brisk southerly winds persist. Indians and Illinois expect continued heat Monday, with fair conditions and possible showers in the north Tuesday.
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Washington
Ohio
Illinois
Excursion traffic and heat mark Indianapolis weekend
Parks Garfield and Riverside were busy but orderly as crowds stayed manageable despite extreme heat. Union Station reported about two thousand locals left the city and similar numbers arrived from nearby towns, with excursions routed to Dayton Cincinnati Lake Maxinkuckee and Decatur while inbound groups came from Michigan City Cincinnati Springfield. Weather observer Wappenhans noted the day’s heat with 7 a.m. readings at low levels, midday peak near 93 degrees, and warned cool relief is unlikely due to a Nebraska area low pressure system.
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Terre Haute
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Lake Maxinkuckee
Decatur
Ill
Hether
Indianapolis
Mr. Wappenhans
Nebraska
Central States
Rev Lucas Overcome by Heat During Edinburg Sermon
The Rev. D. R. Lucas of this city fainted from heat while preaching at the Christian Church in Edinburg yesterday morning. He recovered and returned home last evening.
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D. R. Lucas
Christian Church
Edinburg
Death due to heat claims prominent St. Louis businessman
Edward J. Walsh Jr., head of Mississippi Glass Co. and St. Louis Terminal, died at 2 20 PM aboard the Knickerbocker express between Gays and Mattoon from heat prostration. He was en route to Hot Springs to recover from grip. Efforts of Dr. Fry could not avert death. funeral party departed for St. Louis after arrangements.
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Flsh
Gays
Essex Hotel
Charles B. Fry
St. Louis
Death of Mrs. Eliza Potter in New York
Mrs Eliza Rogers Potter wife of Bishop Henry C Potter of New York died suddenly at home from heart failure brought on by extreme heat. The bishop was by her side. six children were present. In Cincinnati heat caused the only fatal prostration Henry Meyer head of the St Bernard Shooting Club collapsed while delivering his annual address and died shortly after.
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New York
Eliza Rogers Potter
Henry C. Potter
Cincinnati
Henry Meyer
St. Bernard
Railroad Man Killed by Heat
Burlington Iowa heatwave reaches 100 degrees as Frank Dunham a veteran railroad worker dies suddenly of sunstroke this afternoon authorities say the incident underscores extreme temperatures risk to outdoor laborers
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Burlington
Frank Dunham
Washington Heat Wave Records Set Across East
Intense heat gripped Washington and the eastern states with skies clear and winds light. Temperatures reached 98 degrees at the weather bureau and held high into the evening, while New York hit a June record of 99 and Philadelphia tied its 95 degree mark amid sparse rainfall and limited relief expected in the next two days.
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Weather Bureau
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Middle
East Gulf States
Rocky Mountains
New York
Philadelphia
Heatwave Persists as NYC Sees Rising Death Toll
New York endures extreme heat with scarce clouds and rising casualties. By midnight, nineteen deaths and twenty prostrations were tallied, up from eleven deaths the previous day. Thermometer readings climbed from noon to 4 pm reaching 97 degrees before easing later.
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New York
Chicago Heat Wave Breaks June Record Since 1973
Chicago recorded an all time June heat peak with 97 degrees at the Weather Bureau atop the Auditorium tower. Street temperatures surged to 110 plus in places as a northwest breeze offered brief relief. ambulances ferried victims to care with several in serious condition and two authorities warned hotter weather to come tomorrow.
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Chicago
Weather Bureau
Auditorium Tower
Werecaster Cox
Weather improves across New England today
The weather in New England shows a slight improvement over the past three days. A cooling breeze tempers the sun’s height along the coast and in the cities, though residents continue to face heat.
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Boston
New England
Heat Wave Sees Multiple Deaths Across New England
The week brings high temperatures and heavy strain on Boston hospitals with many prostrations. One heat death in the city, seven since Friday with three more in Lawrence and three in Manchester, N H, signaling widespread impact across the region.
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Lawrence
Mass
Manchester
N. H
Heat waves claim lives and strain Pittsburg area
Between midnight Saturday and Sunday eleven deaths and fifteen prostrations were attributed to heat. Many children have died, with fifty nine burial permits issued in the last eighteen hours, most for under four years. Victims named include John Kearns aged seventeen Arthur Hobson Sholls forty four John O'Hare thirty nine John Hoffman fifty Benjamin Jones thirty seven Henry L Bartz sixty five John Roberts eleven Joseph Sullivan forty eight John Walker twenty four Andrew Fediard unknown Italian. Maximum today reached MS minimum 92.
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John Kearns
Arthur Hobson Sholls
John O'Hare
John Hoffman
Benjamin Jones
Henry L., Bartz
John Roberts
Joseph Sullivan
John Walker
Andrew Fediard
Hottest June Day in Philadelphia Since 1899
Philadelphia records show a 98 degree high at 4 PM and 77 degree low at 5 AM as heat grips the city. Humidity stood at 66 percent with residents suffering one heat death and twenty five heat prostrations.
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Philadelphia
Baltimore Heat Records Tied Alarming City Weather
Baltimore endured extreme heat with a 9 degree reading at 3 in the afternoon and no breeze all day. The heat persisted into the night as officials reported one death and several prostrations across the city.
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Baltimore
United States
Weather Bureau
Heat Grips Missouri and Kansas Corn Regions
Kansas City dispatch reports hot dry winds endangering corn across Missouri and Kansas. Northeastern Kansas faces its worst drought since 1360 with Abilene Mexico Sedalia and other towns experiencing extreme heat.
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Missouri
Kansas
Atchison
Abilene
Kan
Mexico
Sedalia
Cleveland Sees Hottest Day Of Year With Record Heat
The city endured the year's peak heat with temperatures rising from 66 at 5 am to 92 by 5 pm under a clear sky and light breeze. One death is reported in connection with the heat.
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Cleveland
High heat hits Lincoln crops as 99 degree days continue
Lincoln Nebraska reports a prolonged heat wave with seven days above 99 degrees and four days at or beyond 101. Crops have suffered significant damage as the hot spell persists, stressing growers and local farm economy.
Heat claims life in Louisville as temps hit near 100
Louisville today endured a scorching day with a maximum of 97 degrees. One Black man died and three others were overcome by the heat, authorities report. Emergency crews responded to multiple heat-related incidents as temperatures rose across the city.
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Louisville
Stormes Rampage in Winona Causes Fire and Damage
A severe rain and electrical storm hit Winona today. Lightning struck the Young Ladies' Seminary, shattering the roof. The Lake Street bridge caught fire but was saved by firefighters. Cattle perished and a boy herdsman was stunned but expected to recover.
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Young Ladies’ Seminary
Lake Street
Indianans win baseball game at YMCA camp in Wisconsin
From the Indianapolis Journal correspondence: at Lake Geneva Wisconsin 500 delegates closed the Western YMCA conference with a successful eventful week. Indiana defeated Michigan 10 to 3 in baseball while track and field and tennis drew attention. Tomfoolery night featured state skits and a Carrie Nation spoof from Kansas sparked bursts of activity. The article notes Ohio led athletics with 40 points and Indiana finished fifth overall.
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Indianapolis Journal
Lake Geneva
Wis
Indiana
Michigan
Kansas
Warren publisher drown near Millville in swim tragedy
H. C. Gann, publisher of the Warren Sentinel Leader, drowned today at Millville while swimming. He was seized with cramps and overwhelmed before companions could reach him.
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H. C. Gann
Warren Sentinel
Millville
Debate Over Presidio Canteen Closure Refutes Reform Claim
San Francisco Chronicle reports expert opinions from Presidio officers and civilians after four months without the post canteen. Testimonies show increased drunkenness, riots, and discipline issues, with officers and soldiers arguing the ban worsened morals and morale while proving profits shifted to nearby saloon trade.
Fort Ethan Allen Canteen Ban Sparks Army Disorder
From Fort Ethan Allen the Barre Vermont Telegram reports alarming disorder since the anti canteen law. Deserions increase and drunken episodes occur as soldiers travel to Burlington and Winooski, risking trouble returning to the fort. The piece criticizes the army for failing its standard of discipline and decorum.
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Burlington
Winooski
Uncle Sam
Indiana News Briefs From Terre Haute and Nearby Towns
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports June payroll delays for about forty five Seventh district internal revenue employes in Terre Haute due to fiscal year funding gaps. Greensburg factory destroyed by fire, twenty five workers displaced, limited insurance. some injuries to engineer. Central Christian Church marks sixtieth anniversary with old fashioned services. Richmond nuptials unite Howard Look and Bessie Martindale, and Oscar Jonas weds Annie Filbert in Dayton. Wabash City Council plans another half mile of asphalt pavements from Hill to Noble, with completion by October if sewers are ready.
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Ind
Internal Revenue Bureau
Seventh District
Congress
Henry
Internal Revenue Office
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Dole
Thomas Allen
Central Christian Church Today
Richmond
Howard Look
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South Bend
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Seymour
Columbus
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Corner stone laid for new Catholic Church in Greenville
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports in Greenville Ohio this afternoon the corner stone of the new Catholic Church was laid before a large crowd. The Rev Albrinch of Cincinnati led in place of the bishop with sixteen priests in attendance. The edifice will cost about 30000 to complete exclusive of furnishings.
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Greenville
Albrinch
Cincinnati
Pembroke Welch Dies in Covington After Illness
Covington Indiana notes the death of Pembroke Welch a well known citizen and prominent Mason who passed away at his home after a long illness. Funeral under Masonic auspices set for 10:30 Monday morning. In Spencer Indiana Mary D Franklin wife of ex Judge William M Franklin dies of paralysis at age seventy four last night.
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Welch
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William M. Franklin
Fourth of July plans in Richmon d with parade and concerts
Richmond notes a major Fourth of July in the county center with fireworks, band concerts, and a parade by the new fire department. Also mentions community events in nearby towns, a hospital cornerstone, rural routes, and obituaries of local figures.
Battle in Illinois leaves constable dying after dance clash
In Metropolis Illinois last night a violent clash at a dance between officer Constable Grant Hawkins and two Kentucky youths, James Pritchard and James Mason, left Hawkins fatally shot with five bullets. Pritchard wounded badly and Mason shot in the back and shoulders but may recover. all three are in jail at Mis.
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Kentucky
Brookport
Grant Hawkins
James Pritchard
James Mason
Mis
Wanamaker Targets Philadelphia Thieves In Grand Larceny Lesson
The Hon John Wanamaker mocks as amateur politician yet stirs Philadelphia from center to circumference. He delivers a sharp object lesson on grand larceny that could awaken public sentiment against political and official thieves.
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Memphis
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Twenty International Christian Endeavor Convention Opens in Cincinnati
Cincinnati prepares for 5000 registered delegates as the twentieth international Christian Endeavor convention begins in Music Hall and adjacent buildings. Governor Nash will welcome attendees, with addresses from President Francis E. Clark and Secretary John Willis Baer. sessions run through Monday to Wednesday across three auditoriums, featuring a major chorus and speakers from the United States and abroad.
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International Christian Endeavor
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Christian Endeavor
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Canada
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John Willis Baer
O. O. Howard
Boston
William Phillips Hall
New York
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Cornelius Woelfiin
G. Campbell Morgan
England
D. L. Moody
George E. Ives
R. A. Torry
Chicago
Will R. Moody
Charles M. Sheldon
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Providence Sets Example With Urban Tree Planting
The Providence Journal notes Washington DC leads in shade tree planting with six per block, while Paris spends lavishly on trees. It cites Charles Mulford Robinson on balancing formalism and naturalism, praising U S efforts to beautify streets. It recalls New York planting 400 trees in 1800 and laments gas-related root issues, urging more shade trees here.
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Washington
D. C
Paris
Charles Mulford Robinson
Italy
Atlantic
Providence
Jane Austen
New York City
Loss Seen as Small After Rock Island Elevator Fire
In Wichita Kansas on June there was a fire at the Rock Island elevator early today. Initial fears of a large wheat loss proved unwarranted as the final damage was relatively small and the incident is considered less significant than first feared.
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Rock Island
Peace Match Her Victories.
Baltimore American notes that peace seems restored at the old stand as revenue stamps or checks will no longer be needed after this week.
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Baltimore
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