19 Aug 1911
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1911
Page
1
A live 2200 volt line fault caused engineer Gus Carson to be electrocuted instantly when he touched a switch while attaching a head device. Fire crews and physicians arrived. an inquest is planned for Monday to determine responsibility.
Chicago August 1 Oscar A Brindley set a new world altitude mark reaching 11748 feet in a series of spirals. Phillip C Parnelee placed second at 11020 feet. Brindleys feat hailed as among the greatest in aviation as crowds cheered return to ground.
A fatal crash near Spokane Avenue Bridge last evening left Miss J Hintexon, a local cashier, dead and Mrs Sorneot fatally injured. Witnesses report a car plunged from the Weld before rescue teams halted further harm as the vehicle veered toward West Seattle and Anke Point.
Aug 1 report from Liverpool describes an industrial stoppage paralyzing business in the north. Railroad workers strike and crowds press bakeries as hunger and unrest grow, with police guarding premises and workers remaining in dispute.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Pope Pius X convalescent and attending events during Holy Week. Mentions are unclear but indicate religious observance and public attendance by attendees.
Washington report states both Senate and House aim to adjourn before midnight to finish business. Expect adjournment tonight if Congress cannot complete cotton bill amendments by 12 oclock. Also notes fur trade store opening at 216 Front Street by McKenzie River Fur Trading Co of New York with permanent year-round representation and best prices for furs.
A rumor filled notice reports Astor plans a sea wedding aboard a yacht with ceremony details and arrangements noted as an elite social event. The article mentions venues, attendees, and a formal daytime timetable, though OCR errors obscure exact names and places.
Fragmented OCR reads like a political summary noting a motion defeated and bill passage over a veto. It references Congress, a representative, and a tense political moment with derailed debate and unclear names. The readable text centers on legislative action and a veto confrontation.
Washington August 1 The Cam isslen Publicity Rel was sent to President Taft yesterday morning and he has the same under advisement. Whether the President will sign or veto remains unknown at this time as no expression has been given by the executive head of the government. For millinery goods call Mrs Wanger at 236 Third Avenue near Hogan's Alley. Daily Nugget delivered 2 dollars per month.
The report details Aviator Atwood’s winter journey from Cleveland via Randicky to Malt city then to Erie and Pennsylvania, with delays and overnight stops. It notes a strong engine and progress toward New York City, expecting arrival in a few days as the craft performs well.
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