Oxford graduate kills his three children in tragic Maine case
In Thomaston Maine Ange Bennett a local Oxford graduate killed his three children then took his own life after his wife’s death. Neighbors report the man, once educated and well regarded, grew increasingly despondent, leaving a pistol in his hand as authorities investigated the grim scene.
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Secretary Fisher Visits Alaska In August Cordova
Secretary Fisher and party sail from Cordova on the revenue cutter Tahoma to Valdez and Seward, with a short visit planned and a Skagway tour via White Pass Rail. They return to Seattle by September 4 then attend a Commercial Club banquet before heading to Yellow stone Park on the return to Washington. Ore assays and catalogues offered. clothing cleaning services advertised in Seattle and Nome areas.
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Commercial Club
Admiral’s Seattle visit honored with banquet and remarks
In Seattle on August 24 the Admiral, guest of President Lowman, attended a luncheon and a Commercial Club banquet. The tribute praised American strength as he reflected on hospitality and memories from his travels to the United States. Also listed: live chickens and fryers for sale at local prices.
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Seattle
Lowman
Commercial Club of
Admiral
United States
Richmon d banker under strong arm law closure
Prosecution advances its case in a Richmond area banker's case as witnesses testify against the accused. The investigation centers on allegations of murder tied to financial and social circles, with defense and court actions progressing amid the local high society environment.
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Richmond Banker
Chesterfield
Henry
Miles
Beulah Binford
Youne Society
Fidhe
Missing steamer Apache and boats wrecked in harbor
A damaged report notes the steamer Apache missing and boats wrecked in Charleston harbor. It lists damages around 1860 dollars and mentions wares and moorings affected, with owners seeking recovery.
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Charleston
Soa
Lawson Convicted Running Lottery in Plymouth
Thos W Lawson stock broker of Hipston was convicted here of running a lottery tied to purchase of mining stock shares. Federal authorities pursued the case as part of a wide enforcement effort.
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Plymouth
Mass
Thos W. Lawson
Hipston
Victoria to call at St Michael first on northbound run
The Victoria will call at St Michael first on the northbound trip to unload freight and passengers for the port and take on upriver passengers before sailing to Name. This could save several days as the steamer is behind schedule and aims to make up time early in the season.
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Victoria
St. Michael
Lighters Set to Sail Senator Passengers Tonight
The first and last lighter for the Steamer Senator will depart this evening as the agent hopes calm seas will permit. The Wireless station picked up Unya tile last night but could not determine her position and expects to deal with her during the night.
Johnson Cancels Fight With Wells In Scrapped Plans
Historic note from Seattle dated Aug 29 reports Jack Johnson abandoning a scheduled fight with Wells due to injury and training setbacks. The terse dispatch mentions flight plans to Nome and a passenger list, with lingering references to the era’s boxing scene and rough laundry services cited in passing.
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Nugget Special Service
DON Alle
Jack Johnson
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