IN A BLAZING MINE DISASTER IN WESTERN COAL FIELDS
A catastrophic fire sweeps Lake Pithey shaft in Searce Gas area of Sranoxam Pa. October. One workman dead and four missing, dozens rescued through smoke filled tunnels. Rescue teams battle flames as terrified families gather, fearing long idleness for 900 miners. Damage likely floods to end all hope of immediate escape, with called-inspection and delayed recovery efforts underway.
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Sranoxam
Pithey
Coreyee
No 1
Lvio Buffington
Deat
George Brown
Anthony Roberts
Rabett
Fidler
Gepe
Morris Williame
Meifroud & Mining Cam
Elias
Willhens
Edmwant Brennan
August Hebb
Arthur Kennedy
Coms Rum
Hickory Swamp
Union Cus
Lukidier
Afal Raliroid
Ia. Jug Company
United States Army Grants Color Presentation to Citizens
The War Department approves a stand of colors for a private citizens regiment of the Fifteenth Infantry at Fort Sheridan. Local volunteers and the city, under Colonel Crofton, organized the presentation with funds raised by subscription. The act honors the regiment’s loyalty during the great railroad strike, and the ceremony is slated for this month under the adjutant general.
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Glens
Cresco
United States Army
War Department
Fig
Fort Sheridan
Crofton
Lilinvisie Sone
Antagun
Huo” Younkman
Will
Jury claims APA packing in Colorado cattle suit
An affidavit in Denver dates an ABA packed jury in the Mulien McPhee vs Western Union Beef Co. suit for $10,000, alleging Catholics and APA members influenced the verdict. The filing notes alleged oaths of APA and questions juror fitness. Also, Bristow irrigation booster activity and related political maneuvers are described as a Senate bid strategy.
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Denver O
Dexverr
J. K. Mulien
Charles D. McPhes
Western Union Boe! Company
Vincent D. Markham
Plumtifs
Burchinell
Mate Adams
District Court
A P. A
Mullen
U. & Senaterehiy
J. L. Bristow
Repub Publican State Central Committee
Congress
United States Senate
Bristow
Billy Bolton
B. Montgomery
Topexa Teday
Mr. Montgomery
W. B. Sutton
Rueeel County
Mrof. Abert Hay
Manhattan
Joshon Wheeler
Nortopyillr
Mr. Bristow
United States
J. J. Besstow
Buried Under Wreckage An Engineer Stands
A southbound freight on the Asheville to Spartanburg line derailed on Saludwi mountain at 5 AM. The train plunged down the grade, spilling engine and fourteen cars into a cut. Fireman York is buried. Conductor Will Patton suffered severe leg and hip injuries.
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Tummons
Asnevinny
N.C
Asheville & Spartanburg
Amit
York
Will Patton
A T Stewart's Old House closes wholesale department
The wholesale business of Hilton Hughes & Co and the former A T Stewart & Co is to be closed. In its peak the unit handled about 400 workers and a stock worth millions, with annual payroll near a million. The closure follows the death of A T Stewart and affects staff reassigned as stock sells off.
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Hilton, Musics
New York
Hilton, Hughes & Co
A. T. Stewart & Co
A. T. Stewart
Frm
Je Dames Sk. Thayce
Ohio
Hill Democrats Nominate Fairchild for New York Governor
Anti Hill Democrats announce Charles S. Fairchild as the governor nominee for New York. The nomination was tendered by Mr Sheehan, leader of the disaffected Hill faction. Fairchild will disclose the decision within the next two hours.
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Tenifer
New York
Chas
Fairchild
Charles
Patrchilu
The
Treasure
Sheehan
Coolanti
Hill Democrats
John R Price Sued Over 190009 Claim Against Him
Patricia Milmo of Lereda Mexico sues John R Price and his brother W W Price in U S circuit court for 19000 alleging a bill of exchange for 10000 was secured and accepted but not paid when presented. Eight hop pickers were killed and five injured in a fog train collision near Kent. Governor McKiniter of Ohio accepts GOP invitation to open campaign in Buffalo. S&S Barnie Co store to close tomorrow and reopen at 6:30.
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United States
John R Price
W. W. Price
Patricia Milmo
Lereda
Mex
Loxton
Kent
McMintey
S&s
Campates
McKinter
Ohio
Buffalo
S&s Barnie & Co
Ite Beloar
Regency a Necessity as Czar Fights for Recovery
A Russian regency is discussed amid reports of the czar’s worsening health. Professor Leyden outlines kidney and heart issues, possible long illness, and the need for rest, fresh air, and nutrition. A regency may be required if a cure is pursued, with no final appointment decided. An unrelated incident notes a police sergeant roughing up a man in a Kansas City restaurant, prompting calls for restraint.
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Associated Press
Leyden
Russia
Spain
Hhe Bis
St. Percussing
Governor protests Geronimo removal and liquor trade in Arizona
Governor Hughes reports to the interior secretary detailing protests against returning Geronimo to Arizona and opposing liquor trade in the territory. The document notes population growth and social progress, cattle losses from drought, and later stock recovery. It cites gold output at $2,010,250, silver $1,700,800, copper 45,270,500 pounds amid shifting mining impacts.
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Ernor
Arizona
Waswixeror
Geronimo
Hughes
Secretary of the Interior
Nebraskans Seek Ohio Aid For Drought Suffering
An appeal from J. S. Fair, justice of the peace in Rockville township Sherman county Nebraska, requests Ohio Governor aid for western farmers hit by drought. The letter asks Ohioans to donate food and seed grain as cropsfailed and residents face starvation and emigration.
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Sepraska
Ohio
Columbus
J. Fair
Rockville Township
Sherman County
Nebraska
Rockville
Funeral for Dr Alexander at Home Thursday at Two
Dr Alexander died peacefully yesterday afternoon after a final moment of conversation with family. The funeral, conducted by Rev Dr Alderatin, will be held Thursday at 2 PM at his home 1004 Topeka Avenue with pallbearers L H Mann C A YceGuire Robert Pierce H T Case SAA Low and FP G Willard listed.
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Gronged Hiness
Reid Merridae
Afernoon
Beavor
Alexander
Alderatin
L. H. Mann
C. A. y»ceGuire
McCasey Physically Assaulted by Asylum Bookkeeper
Dr J H McCasey superintendent of the state insane asylum was badly beaten by bookkeeper Morey during a long running dispute. Morey, ill and angry, tackled McCasey in the office, throwing him to the floor and punching his face until an attendant intervened.
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Morey
J. H. McCasey
State Insane Asylum
McCasey
Cloak Makers Strike In New York City
Ten thousand cloak makers in New York walk out in a general strike. About seven thousand finishers and operatives will be out within a day or two, with the union demanding rest estate security from manufacturers before any settlement. The strike mirrors internal divisions between socialists and principled organizers. Clemens may move east to join a reform magazine, leaving Topeka after the election. Walter Vrooman relocates to Baltimore for reform writing.
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New York
Principel Motagontet
Josephize
Clemens
G. Clemens
Reform
Mec Ciemens
Topeka
War dispatches amid China Japan conflict update
From Shanghai and other ports reports indicate a second Japanese army crossed the Yalu toward Moukden amid Chinese demoralization. Italian ministers seek peace talks with China while Jesuits urge papal intervention. Foo-Cuo port closed to shipping as Foo-Cua trade booms. Japanese forces land troops at Chemulpo. private soldiers collect pay from Koreans.
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Loxspox
Shanghai
Yalu River
Moukden
Yokoyama
Che-Foa
Foo-woo
Conanres
Foo-Cuca
Chine
Fo Bien
Poo Choo
Mare Time
China
Fou
Caoo Islands
Japan
Luanxafar
Chemuipo
Seoul
Cores
Chemulpo
Building Permits Granted by Fire Marshal
The fire marshal approved multiple new building permits including J A Rennes to build a residence at 3 and 77 Topeka Avenue costing 6 dollars, Mary Kreipe to build a barn at 127 Harrison Street costing 200, Evangelical association by A Brunner to build a church at 108 and 105 Monroe Street costing 500, W W Mills to build a barn at 930 Polk Street costing 200, William Green to add to a residence at 60-371 North Jackson Street costing 500, W H Danner to erect a residence at 1961 Lincoln Street costing 1,200, plus a 200 barn on the same property.
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Moby
J. A. Rennes
Topeka Avenue
Mary ©. Kreipe
Harrison Street
The
Evangelical Association
A. Brunner
Monroe Street
W. W. Mills
Polk Street
William Green
North
Jackson Street
W. H. Danner
Lincoln Street
Demokrat Kills Populist in Georgia Election Fallout
In Allastra Georgia on October 9 James Chambers a white Democrat shot Willis Weaver a white Populist during a quarrel over election results Both prominent farmers Chambers is jailed and Populists threaten to lynch him Democrats arm themselves amid high political tension in the county Citizens fear riots as rival groups confront each other Sergeant Steele repelled two burglars at Book's feed store last night.
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Georgia
Allastra
James Chambers
Willisai Weaver
Chambers
Popullata Thresten
Thamselves
McKinley and Childee Rally Support for Governor Ticket
A fragmented report traces campaign noise as speakers praise the state ticket at Merrill Junction and Chippewa Falls. Citizens hear about public schools, patriotism, protection and prosperity, and a pledge to uphold American ideals.
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Henry
Thim
Ob Foun
Sani
Eau Cleire
Alionon
Sis
Wiscwapin
Merrill Junction
Fragmented Dialogue and Society Notes Hog the Page
An uneven scene mixes a private dialogue on love and social gossip with mentions of Emily and Holy Jane, then shifts to reports from Omaha politics and a New York grand jury. Included are Alexis echoes of Harvard professor Junius W and local media notes on circulation.
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Lexow
New York
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Manchester Guardian
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Elrou
Billy
Holy Jane
Populmva
Tremball
Eestor Wasnsarton
Charles Tew Beck
Peo
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