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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
10
The Kemmerer Camera edition from the Kemmerer Publishing Co. highlights local updates under DS Quealy as president and W. Avery as secretary and presiding officer. Tree-related community mentions appear in this issue, reflecting town affairs and small notices.
Plague totals rise in Hong Kong, volcanic plumes from Mont Pelée reach notable heights, Martinique coins melt in a bank, and London underground rail concession granted to Yerkes. Reports cover strikes, rebellions, famines, fires, earthquakes, and political maneuvers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, with named leaders, places, and events shaping a turbulent world.
A gas explosion at Fraterville mine in Coal Creek Tennessee left between 176 and 165 miners dead. Only one worker survived, William Morgan, severely injured and blind, blown from the entrance. The mine, opened in 1570, lies about three miles from the surface. Rescue efforts found no survivors.
Reports from Goliad Texas describe a devastating tornado that struck Sunday afternoon. Ninety eight killed and to injured, with property losses around 200000. The storm leveled 150 stores and residences across city and surrounding area. It came after a heavy hailstorm and moved about a mile and a half, 250 yards wide, collapsing houses and burying victims in debris. Rescue efforts were slow amid rubble.
Official estimates place 43000 dead in St. Pierre ruins with 6000 rescued by ships or escape. About 3000 likely drowned as Mont Pelee eruptions continue. Volcanic activity throws up cinders across coastal districts of Martinique.
London Chronicle correspondent reports a thwarted plan to kill Emperor Francis Joseph on a night train from Vienna to Budapest. A bomb device hidden in a paper tomb was found in his compartment, with explosion timed for his entry. Rail employees were dismissed after the investigation.
The senate voted to confirm J. B. Yost for the Lewiston Idaho land office amid protests. Sen Dubois led the opposition to the nomination and the committee reported in favor. National committeeman Stanrod may seek another appointee soon. Windstorm injures St Joseph buildings and schools.
Lawmen clash with a barricaded group near Atiacia Go as riot police, militia and citizens battle armed outlaws. Sniper fire, gatling guns, and a torch attack leave three officers and four black combatants dead, many wounded, and a whole block burned. The siege ends with the leader killed and the store torched.
An anarchist plot to attack King Alfonso was uncovered with six arrests including Gabriel Lopez, an insurance worker. Dynamite cartridges were found at Lopezs premises and receipts describe throwing them as the royal carriage passes in a Saturday procession. Newspapers in Madrid confirm the plot and more cartridges seized. Partner arrests include six medical students a printer a carpenter and a mason.
A Texas cyclone swept Sunday causing heavy loss of life and immense property damage. Originating near Goliad and moving northeast toward Kentucky, four states were hit with Texas bearing the worst toll. Goliad reports ninety dead and twenty five wounded, with a wide swath of destruction through the town.
A gale on Saturday caused panic among 150 aboard the steamer Warrior returning from Santo Catalina to San Pedro. Knight of Spokane Washington fell overboard and drowned, while a second man reportedly jumped overboard and was rescued by the boat’s crew.
Reports from southern Portugal indicate earthquakes caused disturbances but no deaths. The tremors appear linked to upheavals at the Wert Ladies, with authorities noting no serious injuries or structural damage.
The infant child of Mr and Mrs George Malory of Fenua four miles southeast of Shelbyville was fatally stung by bees while playing near several hives. The tragedy occurred Sunday and authorities indicated the child died from bee stings.
A fire at the Armour & Company lard refinery in the Union Stock Yards Chicago destroyed the five story facility at Forty third Street and Center Avenue. Seventeen workers were injured with seven possibly fatally. The explosion of three lard tanks on the fifth floor triggered the blaze, which spread rapidly as 2,000 employees were nearby. The estimated loss ranges from 710,000 to 1,000,000 dollars, with most walls collapsed within an hour.
Soldiers from a colored West Indian regiment battled civilians in Kingston Jamaica. A sortie from camp armed with razors attacked street crowds while civilians wielded nail studded clubs. Many injured on both sides before military pickets quelled the riot.
All the Boer delegates are assembled at Vereeniging Transvaal where facilities are provided for private sessions. Voting will be by ballot. During deliberations Lord Kitchener has granted immunity from attack to all commandos whose leaders attend the conference.
Min Corrie Nation was sentenced Friday to Ushty days in jail and to pay a fine by Houde Hanen in Topeka Kansas. She will not appeal. The proceedings included inquiries into her wallet and offered payment for the Mie Mie tinmas, with references to the United States and Andrew Carnegie.
A garbled OCR style paragraph reports scattered phrases about Idaho events and people. Names and places are unclear, but references to Radway, Agate, and Morn imply a local news brief with uncertain details.
Fragmentary report describes a murder case with a manhunt by police in Queensland. Names and details are unreadable, but police pursue suspects connected to an incident near a trolley or horse venue, with unclear locations and actors.
The anthracite workers in Hasleton Pennsylvania vote to continue the strike with 1401 for and 401 for strike in a turnout of 1,555. President Mitchell says the convention’s action stands but miners may extend the walkout into the bituminous regions as coal operators oppose concessions. The eight month buildup ends in a 10 percent raise after a six week suspension was granted in 1900. The workers worry the strike could wreck their union while operators remain adamant against wage hikes and shorter hours.
A delegation led by Soron Menes former foreign minister sails to Cape Haitien aboard the Manoel to seek a deal with northern revolutionary leaders and avert civil war. Port au Prince reports quiet as offices reopen while press claims of General Sam’s kindness are denied as calumny.
In the destroyed city of St Pierre work continues amid unsatisfactory conditions. Bodies are burned with petroleum and tar, great fires light the night and mislead observers to think Port de France burned. Charred pillars reveal twisted trunks, walls collapse, and heat from Mont Palme sears structures including Uruelle Sugar mill rollers damaged by the blaze.
A May 4 hearing in Inver Oly deals with alleged battery on a minor boy. The case involves Myra Mall as assistant and a local faculty member, with public interest noted for potential use of a public school vehicle under state law. A separate Hew Haw event reports Joseph McTronald’s leadership at Treadwell mine in Hingham, amid religious controversy.
The week centers on naval appropriation debates and the Philippine question in both houses. Senate leaders push the Philippine bill amid naval funding talks while the House advances the naval appropriation measure and related taxes and pensions.
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