Kansas City Flood Loss Runs Into Millions
The article reports extensive flood damage across Kansas City and surrounding areas with official gauges showing water levels near five feet in places. It notes rail and shipping disruptions, power and gas supply challenges, relief efforts, and financial losses estimated between 8 million and 25 million dollars, while describing rescue operations and ongoing recovery as authorities seek adequate supplies and shelter.
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Kansas City
Union Depot
Kansas
Fugt. Goodwin
Weberworks
Allen Platel
Holly Street
Jeser- Tait
Chifele
Topeka
Tawrenws
Mathad
Aly
Euler
Bles
Paon
Anil Hyaldbiven
Wales
Thair Anny
Lincoln's Assassin Junius Brutus Booth Novel Fragment
A garbled report identifies Junius Brutus Booth as the Lincoln assassin's relative and traces his movements from Memphis to Virginia. It notes Booth’s story about a confidential agent, mentions names like Jefferson and Morris, and cites a man jailed as Ruddy. The text blends conflicting details and locations across Texas and Virginia.
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Joseph H. Teferson
Miag Cline Morris
Éeure
Abbers
Mr. Booth
Te T Booth
Miter Linguin Lay
Garret Plantation
Virginia
Mr. Bates
Ruddy
Weing Warner
Heath
Carrol’a
Emiendé da Cenbrl
Kanliekile
Alenase “Mille
Texas
Dobn
St Helen
Montreal Firm's Collapse Triggers Market Panic
A panic sweeps Montreal after the failure of a brokerage firm Ames & Co. amid heavy losses and looming liabilities. The firm warns of client payments delay while margins collapse and banks face strain. authorities report widespread disruption across the securities market. Separately, a murder aboard a ship linked to Kip Island is reported with crew members hanged and staged as an apparent act of retaliation.
Refugees on rooftops call for aid as flood devastates Iowa town
Des Moines dispatch reports floodwaters from the Mississippi advance through Keokuk, Bentonsport, and nearby towns. Refugees cling to roofs and trees, while committees seek rapid drying measures to prevent disease. Water levels rise, farms submerged, and the disaster stretches across several counties, with towns like Alexandria and Miners releasing warnings as relief efforts race to reach the stricken areas.
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Kensauqao
Keokuk
Olt
Lhe Bie Tinton
Ellon
Suwergh Natuhed
Devastating Tornado Hits Sumuesville Area Killing 100
Early reports from Sumuesville Newholland and White Bulplat describe a tornado that killed about 100 people and injured around 200. Thousands of homes and the Gaineville Cotton Mills were destroyed, with estimated property loss near 3 million dollars. Relief funds and aid requests, including a $5,000 donation, were activated as responders assist the homeless.
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Gainewie
Gr. Jones
Sumuesville
Newholland
Gaineeville
Pushad
Tormugh
Armory
Secretary of War
Dente
Thromeless
Wade
Sixty Thousand Textile Workers Strike Across Philadelphia
A strike by sixty thousand textile workers began yesterday and continues today, with factories near the Wanston area not granted the 58 hour week. Mills in the district report widespread idleness and shortages as workers stay off the job.
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Philadelphia
Taxtile
Conpiela
Topeka Faces Aid Call After Flood Disaster
Topeka struggles amid flood crisis with outside assistance sought as hospitals surge with aflame injuries and disease fears. Officials report over 200 homes flooded and hundreds displaced as relief efforts mobilize. governor with federal aid debate delays and local groups pledge support.
Governor appeals for nationwide aid amid vast disaster
The governor proposes rapid relief for affected folk asking Kansas communities to raise funds and send help. A convoy of twenty men under officers will pace North Topeka to secure property. Officials vow strict enforcement and swift action to protect residents.
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Ation
Ciih
Akila
Tese Dia
Hide Ewlie
Wreltk
Fend
Yowoltions
Jolhh Xnaion
Knights and Ladies of Security
Elka
Uns
Sistas
Owe
Masons
Iohoe Fund
Mie
Elnb
Wilitie
Biker Flier Ag
Mound City
Syoox
Mailyy
Lelief
Kansas
Siate
Possida
North Topeka
Busines
Fire in Elizabethport destroys block, over $30,000 loss
A two story fire in Elizabethport New Jersey gutted a business block on Second Street. The blaze caused more than 30,000 dollars in damage. Several tenants on the upper floors escaped, with one man badly injured.
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N. J
Second Street
Fragmentary medical update at city hospital
Report describes a patient undergoing throat operation with complications as the anesthesia waned. Surgeon notes indicate the airway was compromised and the patient struggled to breathe. Doctor predicts possible death within a year due to infection and ongoing health decline.
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Finltimorre
Mary Tune
William
Dresaing Ik
New York Woman and Medical Diploma Controversy
A New York woman, Sarah Ringell, faces professional and licensing questions at the New York Homeopathic Hospital as she seeks to practice medicine and obtain a diploma amid rumors of a breakdown. The article notes overwork and public debate about her fitness and future role in the field.
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New York
Vine 2
Sarah Tee Ringell
Yhyai
Guadantel
Mikael
Ter Gandly
Hlinole
Hellellin
Willengaderdl
Thi
Presidency
Perry Heath’s Side of Post Office Scandal
Perry Heath testifies on Post Office Department actions and alleged improper promotions. He details senior clerks and officials, Tulloch and Gilmer, urging restraint, denial of improper influence, and claims about staffing and promotions amid reforms. Heath defends his conduct, asserts not appointing others for political reasons, and condemns insinuations as misrepresentations.
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Perry Heath
Washington
Twe
Tealmseter
Yide Gible
The
Lotto
Mimial
Chanoral
Perry Belewite
W. Tillosh
Onabier
Laka
W. Cosmy
Bulloch
Winnus
Cormerly
Ghia
Alesca
Willy
Aseerushi Wetter
Londead
Cuba
Imide
Oecur
Will
Eo Tong
Porto Kien
Pontal Servicer
Cenderud
Ace
Andy
Vostaftios Ab
Portland
Tacoma
Ainy
Ghee
Gilmor
Clark
Gilwera
Tila
Washington Postoffice
Pho Firat Distinet
Lalloe
Tullieh
Wien
Sted
Cayag
McLinley
Endingledge
Tulloch
Uintah Reservation Opened to Public for Settlement
Government aims to open Uintah Reservation to general settlement under a treaty with the Uinta tribes. The move, described by officials as a step toward clean administration, anticipates land transfer and public access following governmental action and tribal agreement.
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Uintah Reservation
James McLangkin
Qala
Army officer sends rations to Kansas City
A historical dispatch reports an army officer directing aid supplies to destitute areas near Kansas City. The missive, attributed to Colsfield Miner and Col Leavenworth related officers, mentions trains and humanitarian efforts amid battlefield conditions.
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Kansas City
Mississippi Flood Threatens St Louis With Destruction
A devastating flood endangers St Louis as the Mississippi rises to alarming levels. Dams, levees, and city defenses strain under floodwaters while residents evacuate and government steamer crews assist. The river spans miles, threatening homes, farms, and bridges as hundreds endure inundation near Alton and surrounding counties.
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Perry
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