Bingo Men Try to fleece Kindls Farmer and flee
A group described as bingo men attempted to fleece a farmer named Kindl, leaving behind tools money and letters. Authorities pursued them, and the incident is noted as a theft and flight from the scene.
26 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1902
Page
1
A group described as bingo men attempted to fleece a farmer named Kindl, leaving behind tools money and letters. Authorities pursued them, and the incident is noted as a theft and flight from the scene.
In Mattoon Illinois on July 26 a court heard the case of two alleged confidence men, E B Hoone of St Louis and D C Clark of Chicago, whose funds and letters were seized after a three card monte swindle. Detective Norris, posing as a Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern agent, secured a power of attorney and argued to recover the swindlers belongings. City Magistrate Scott ordered the seizure’s balance returned to the accused with Attorney Voigt keeping key letters as possible evidence.
Montreal July 26 Discussing the Canadian Pacific railroad tender to fast Atlantic service to be subsidized by the Canadian and British governments to 1,500,000 per annum Sir Thomas Shaughnessy president of the company stated plans contemplated four twenty knot steamers and ten or eleven 15000 ton cargo boats at fifteen knots Other railway companies would be placed on an equally favorable footing as the Canadian Pacific records traffic
J I Pendery a prominent Colorado Springs mining figure died at his home reportedly from old age and sorrow over losses. He helped found Cripple Creek Leadville and Leadville mining history, made two fortunes including the Glass Pendery mine, and later built a home in Colorado after a third lucrative run.
A severe storm swept Canandaigua New York causing widespread crop and property damage. Edward Chamberlain was struck by lightning and killed instantly as wheat in shocks sprouted and apple trees suffered blight.
In Matewan Mingo county near Mat ewan Charley Morrow a purchasing agent and Martha Danube were shot after a stroll. Danube is mortally wounded and Morrow injured with one finger blown away. Both refuse to speak. Morrow is under arrest. The incident mystifies the town with theories of attempted double suicide or a jealous rival.
In St John’s Newfoundland residents claim Lieutenant Peary’s pole expedition is a bluff and that his Greenland voyages are political missions for the United States. They argue the US plans to buy Greenland to hem in Canada and press that Denmark sells to Uncle Sam, with Eskimo inhabitants and few Danish revenues noted.
BRODIE'S ATTORNEY GENERAL PHOENIX July 25 Governor Brodie appointed Judge E W Wells of Prescott attorney general of Arizona. Wells a leading northern Arizona lawyer and banker director at Bank of Arizona. He was made judge of the Fourth judicial district by President Harrison.
President Roosevelt at Sagamore Hill says he cannot participate in West Virginia injunction cases. No protest papers from United Mine Workers President Mitchell have arrived yet. Miners are expected to seek vindication of their rights through the county.
Seven persons in a house at 5 Tromlar Street died of consumption, per health department records. The case prompts calls for tuberculosis fumigation and patient isolation. Mrs. Katie G. Henry died most recently. the house underwent fumigation under a new law treating consumption as a contagious disease. Health officials review other deaths to prove germ presence on the premises.
In Cairo on July 6, 124 cholera cases are reported as fountains are closed. The epidemic is described as virulent with many natives afflicted in the streets and deaths occurring within minutes.
In Marysville California on July 26 a 40 year old tale ends as J H Merriam unearths $2000 in gold from a mining cabin floor in Plumas County. He had buried the nugget in 1880 before being shanghaied and later reaching New York. Now he returns to California to claim the hidden treasure as he left it.
The Duke of Devonshire and privy council members travel by special train to Southampton to convene on the royal yacht Victoria and Albert at Cowes. This historic meeting marks the first time the privy council gathers aboard a ship, with King Edward signing the coronation proclamation for August 9 and declaring a bank holiday. The councilors and king share luncheon and spend two hours on board.
In Butte Montana on July 26, Charles W. Clark, known for sports, patronized a barber at his father W A Clark’s urging. The barber charged 50 cents. Charley paid 5 dollars, sparking jokes. The elder Clark tipped half a dollar, noting Charley’s wealth. The barber later spent a dollar and a quarter entertaining the crowd, hoping Charley would reimburse.
Washington reports Consul Bragg is expected to resign his Havana post within two weeks after criticizing Cuban character. Officials say his departure would end the incident, though a dismissal or recall could follow if he does not resign.
Secretary Hay proposes leasing Naos and Perico in Panama Bay as a naval base to defend the canal. Almirante bay in Chiriqui lagoon may be acquired for a Caribbean defense position, with possible coaling stations on Costa Rica's Dulce Gulf. Total defense costs could run into millions, with naval defense expenses possibly reaching $1,000,000.
Walter N Gilmore of San Francisco, a consumptive nearing death, left April 10 with a $500 wager he could walk and wheel a barrow to Omaha by August 20. He gained 25 pounds to reach 136, continuing via Denver after starting at 111, claiming better health upon arrival. He is a partner in Ganz and Gilmore, and his doctor had bet against his survival.
In San Francisco on July 25 Jeffries defeated Fitzsimmons in the eighth round to retain the championship. Fitzsimmons led most of the bout but a decisive final blow secured the victory in a closely contested fight.
A convent novice holds a concealed set of hot pins in her heart and other vital details emerge in a sealed mystery. Authorities investigate the unusual case and reveal the hidden items and motives.
Miss Leonie Jodoin a convent novitiate in Flush ing Long Island died after autopsy found a steel hatpin headless in her heart and a second pin in her stomach. Dr Chagnon says the larger pin was forced into the heart in a hysterical act, not swallowed, and the motive remains a mystery.
Paris July 26 A riot followed the start of official notices ordering closures of unauthorized religious schools. In Manvoux a riot erupted as sisters were expelled and several people were arrested. Police commissioner and officers were injured.
Indianapolis July 26 The United Mine Workers may seek impeachment of Federal Judge Jackson of West Virginia who restrained them from holding meetings to induce workers to quit. The injunction has led to imprisonment of several organizers for violating it and a plan of action is being considered if Jackson refuses to dissolve the order.
The Southern Pacific announces special colonist rates to be placed in effect on September 10. Rates from Missouri to major western points include $25 from New Orleans, $30 from Louis, and $83 from Chicago, with connections through Ogden and El Paso to California destinations.
A fragmented notice from New York on July 25 hints at metal and silver market activity. Specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR but imply site pricing or trading updates.
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