08 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1902
Page
1
A young girl involved in an electric railway stunt fell several hundred feet after a parachute failed. She is reported to be in grave danger of death, with rescuers and medical teams rushing to the scene. The incident prompts safety reviews of stunt procedures and crowd control.
Miss Mabelle Ward of Milford Massachusetts attempted a balloon parachute descent at Hog Lake park to win a box of candy. The fall caused a compound fracture of the right leg requiring thigh amputation, a fractured jaw, internal injuries and multiple cuts. Her brother Louis Ward and a sister fainted at the scene as the group witnessed the fatal risks of a dare.
Plans for an electric railway between Los Angeles and San Francisco move toward realization within five years if funding is secured. Huntington Randolph syndicate aims to build 520 miles of double track from Santa Barbara to San Diego with sleepers and express service, costing about 25 million dollars and delivering about 260 dollars gross per trip.
The educational convention in Minneapolis attracts nearly a thousand visitors this week. The Indian Educational association hosts sessions featuring W. T. Harris United States Commissioner of Education and C. Crouse Indian agent at Fort Apache Arizona among others.
Large crowds gathered on shore and water for the Henley regatta as continued fine weather boosts attendances. American interest grows with several U S competitors among the crews, including Milburn of Buffalo in Leander and Jack White, son of the U S secretary of state, in the Eton crew.
In Rome on July 8 the cardinals submitted Governor Taft's note on friars' lands in the Philippines to the pope. The pope smiled at the swift dispatch and joked that the Americans have a renowned art of hustling. The response will be translated into French for publication.
American creditors claim about 1.5 million dollars from the Monterey and Mexican Gulf railroad now owned by the Mexican Central. A lower court judgment was upheld, but Mexican authorities have not paid, despite promises. The case goes to the Mexican congress and could test President Diaz’s sanction of the transfer.
A Newport scene centers on Harry S Lehr hosting a dinner with a monkey guest of honor. The primate reportedly behaved drunkenly, throwing dishes and wine glasses, while guests, led by Lehr, recalled the event with mixed amusement and discredit.
A vast packing industry merger linked to John D. Rockefeller unites Swift Armour and allied firms. The Standard Viking move consolidates control, with G F Swift Armour and others retaining stakes while new shares shift owners. Officials have not confirmed completion or public notice timing.
Washington reports the cattle men failed to win extensions on the fence removal order for public ranges. The Interior Secretary refused further delay, enforcing the April presidential order by July 1. Special agents will monitor violations and prosecute violators to protect settlers and small cattle owners.
Pittsburg July 8 There are no signs of relief from the hot weather. The mercury at 11 am stood at 104 degrees. In the last twenty four hours eleven deaths and six serious prostrations have been reported as the heat takes its toll in the Alleghanies region.
In Zapata County Texas a two year drought leaves people starving with no rain. County Judge Spohn warns many could perish without swift relief. The border county lacks rail, cattle herds are gone, water scarce, and residents crowd along the river for water. Former stock country now begs for corn.
El Dorado Kansas resident Jessie Morrigan convicted of murder for killing Mrs Castle in January 1900 is sentenced to twenty five years in prison.
The Chicago freight handlers strike, touching about 9000 workers, halted freight handling with no settlement in sight. State arbitration chair Job said railroads have not offered to submit to arbitration. City jobbing interests are tied up as trucks wait to access rail yards and perishable freight remains the priority.
Report tells of escaped convict Harry Tracey eluding pursuers near Port Madison then traveling at night with accomplice Anderson, who may be dead or with him. No confirmed sightings since Saturday. rumors of capture proved unfounded as era of movement continues at night.
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania the National Civic Federation has not given up hope for peace in the coal fields. An investigation begun after the miners walked off the job remains active and is aided by federal departments with the aim of a settlement amid ongoing difficulties.
Celestine July 8. John Gilmore once left four children in an Indianapolis orphanage and fled to Mexico with partner Charles Searles. On his deathbed he revealed the tale and urged Searles not to seek the children, leaving nearly $2,000,000 in estate.
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