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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1902
Page
10
Reports describe a tornado near Walls Texas killing several and injuring many, plus a Lancaster Kentucky tornado damaging farms with injuries. Across the nation, storms threaten crops, while Baltic and Pacific affairs prompt naval actions and political debate.
A double tragedy near Pearl, twenty miles from Hale, unfolds as William Kissinger of Rogen Oregon shoots Mrs William Carver Garner and then kills himself. Alice Poster hears the act from another room and accounts the lovers formerly tied. Mrs Garver, Ada Hora of Oregon, had married Mr Garner in February.
Cabinet approves terms for a general amnesty to be proclaimed on Independence Day in the Philippines. The plan would free political offenders including Aguinaldo and those on Guam, restore peace, and return governance from military to civil authority in the islands.
Congressman Lacy introduces a bill to revolutionize homestead laws requiring applicants for public lands to file an affidavit sworn by one or more persons attesting to the lands’ suitability for disposal. The oath may be taken before a deputy clerk of a court. perjury penalties apply.
Morrison found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Mee Alin Coste at her home in Riderade Kun. Trial involved love triangle and jealousy. Judge Morrison, a former judge's daughter, received a five year sentence with two months already served and a new trial granted later.
Representative Newlands outlines an irrigation bill claiming automatic action with no extra congressional appropriations. He notes 810,000,000 for thirty years from public lands and an annual 8,000,000 flow, protected by interior secretary safeguards preventing land monopoly and ensuring funded contracts.
Remainee of Jesse James married twenty years, buried near Excelsior Springs, exhumed and reburied in Rearner cemetery beside his father and wife. Funeral attended by Quan trelle band comrades. Separate accident on the Colorado Midland claims many injuries after an excursion train derailed. Casualties include Primo English, a renowned Colorado Springs musician. In Haiti, Admiral Killick and former minister Fremig stir political tensions as Cape Angl bombardment threats loom amid calls for harmony.
A devastating Mercur fire swept the Preble block on Wednesday morning engulfing the business district and leaving 100 families homeless. Explosions from a gasoline fire at the hotel caused major damage, with remaining shelters crowded as relief trains from Salt Lake arrived. Firefighters and residents formed bucket brigades to save structures, and most of the town’s buildings including the opera house were ruined. The Gold Mine mill, located above the town, survived, while miners and workers were released from duties to aid recovery.
An offer report claims imperial forces defeated 22,000 rebels near Nankungheela in seven hours. Rebels charged boldly but were repelled by cannon and muskets, then routed by cavalry and artillery. The city’s trenches filled with dead and wounded before retreat.
A Paterson New Jersey gathering saw Sila Workers opposing a general strike. The meeting discussed industrial tranches and union support, with 43 voting for a treaty pathway. Later alliance withdrawals and fears about wage impacts concerned workers returning home, despite trader union backing.
President Hadley cites a Yale mission planned by graduates to expand evangelical medical work in North China and the Pacific coast. The Yolojo VaciGe railway secures concessions after a war burden agreement, with the Car Builders union agreeing to a three day stay and factory shifts to satisfy both sides.
Official records show Manila reporting 1 740 cholera cases and 1 or 5 deaths to date with warnings of possible further outbreaks. Health commissioner Louie Maus cautions that deaths may reach 9 000 if the trend continues and recurrences persist into November.
A garbled report describes a royal figure and regent amid a torpedo boat incident. It mentions a king, a naval vessel named No Sof, and a casualty among officers. The text references a war context and orders, with unclear names and locations, presenting a clipped, damaged account of a royal wartime event.
Nome dispatch dated June 14 details J H Sprague surviving 18 days on dog meat after delivering 400 pounds of mail on the lemon route. He lost weight from 185 to 115 pounds, aided by bacon and flour found by rescuers. A deadly fire in Indiana injured workers and destroyed a building. Hundreds of buildings burned, with many missing or searching for relatives. authorities report numerous casualties and widespread damage.
The article recounts Admiral Dewey’s statements on Manila’s surrender, Aguinaldo’s role, and Filipino leadership. It notes Dewey never recognized Aguinaldo’s government, criticized his proclamations, and describes military decisions and interactions with British Admiral Seymour. Also mentions King Edward’s recovery hopes and Times editorial on ceremonial honors.
Walter George Elwin, a Pueblo cook and union member, was shot dead while picketing at 12 North Union Avenue. Police Officer Joseph J. Shepard was seriously wounded by Jacob Dodgson amid a boycott dispute at the Iver side restaurant owned by Mia. Kate Dodson and her two sons Jacob and Thomas Dodgson were arrested. Elwin attempted to turn people away when gunfire began.
A Washington girl and her sister Frances Curran were severely burned in an Everett lamp explosion while filling a chafing dish. Mrs Hetta Mette and Frances Curran fled the burning house as the fire spread to a bed. The injured sister died four hours later, while Mrs Hetta Mette, newly married to Dr CA Dette, was left in despair.
News item reports naval crew aboard the steamer at Han Wraneiaoo celebrated the coronation last Thursday evening. The ship’s signal gun fired twenty times in honor while officers reflected on the event and its significance beyond the Orlet.
A garbled OCR record covers debates on Indian Territory government isthmian canal and district of Columbia actions with mentions of Dingley tariff and Philippine Civil Government. It references votes, committees, and commemorative monuments, but the text is incomprehensible and partially unreadable.
A garbled report covers a senate debate over inter-oceanic canal investigation and government bills, including civil governance, appropriation, and foreign policy. It notes partial conference action, party lines, and the work of congress near session end with focus on major measures like canal funding and civil administration.
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