02 May 1911
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1911
Page
1
The city of Bangor reports about one third destroyed by a large conflagration. Estimated financial loss rises to about 19 million dollars as authorities begin rebuilding. Fire damaged districts, bread lines form, and residents seek warmth while tents and shelter are arranged amid guard over affected areas.
A Pennsylvania flyer near Easton on May 2 crashed after the rails buckled, leaping into a gully. Twelve people were killed instantly, fifteen seriously injured, and several others bruised or scratched. Officials blame defective track work and warped rails. twelve crew and six passengers, four women, were aboard. The speed was about sixty mph at impact.
In Chicago on May 2 the defeated candidate Merriam spent 162000 on his brief mayoral campaign. The amount covers advertising salaries and roustabouts costs making it the most expensive affair of the election. Nearby notes mention Ottawa and Laurier on reciprocity unrelated to the Chicago item.
A Chicago report notes heavy guard around alleged dynamiters amid rumors of a possible defense stance by attorney Dartow. The McNallart brothers are mentioned, with tension over pleas and court leniency discussions.
All members invited to the regular meeting at 8 PM sharp. The notice mentions a cigar window and lists 4 rola Co as part of the event details.
The readable fragments reference a list of names and places with scattered terms like Chiba Os, Patton, Sine, Tie PSHM, and Marge. The garbled OCR lacks coherent structure, leaving only partial mentions of people, organizations, and locations without a discernible narrative or outcome.
Tacoma inaugurates a modern pay depot with a ceremony featuring an orchestra and dignitaries. The grand opening includes Italianate influence in exterior design, aiming to serve the Pacific coast route with new facilities and first class accommodations.
Sedalia Missouri reports a tornado packing violent winds wrecking homes and shops. A sixteen year old boy died when hurled into a barn. church steeple and tents were scourged. Damages likely run into hundreds of thousands of dollars amid widespread destruction.
A Masonic social is planned for May 3 at the Masonic Temple with card playing starting at sundown and dancing to follow. The event welcomes all Masons and is described as a community gathering to enliven the hour with music and fellowship.
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