Tragical aviation mishap harms Wright and Selfridge
Washington reports a fatal aeroplane accident during tests near Port Myer. Lieutenant Belfriday of the Army signal corps and Orville Wright sustained severe injuries. Wright died later, while Selfridge survived though injured. Another observer was among the crowd as the craft toppled, striking nearby spectators. Wright’s death followed earlier statements about recovery chances. The incident occurred during preparation for maneuvers with Baldwin airship equipment and involved Lieutenant Selfridge stepping into Wright’s seat hours after Wright started the test.
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oMhar India Navy
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Kuo
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Weight Brothers
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Todas
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Ani
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Apricé
Sienal Notes Board
Congress
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Neot
Hulief
Signal Corps
Heroplany
Piavlong
Contagious Blood Poison Cure Claim Ad
An advertisement from The Swift Specific Co of Atlanta GA touts S. S. as a cure for Contagious Blood Poison claiming it purges the bloodstream of the virus and rebuilds health with vegetable extracts. It promises free treatment information with no medical advice and no charge for either.
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Qwift Specific CO
Atlanta
Wright Brothers Airplane Crash at Port Myer Injures Selfridge
A Wright brothers aeroplane crashed during trials at Port Myer injuring Lieutenant Selfridge and causing extensive damage to the craft. Wright and Selfridge were attended by surgeons, with Selfridge taken to an operating room after the accident. Investigators and officials discussed possible causes and the impact on further aviation funding and experiments.
Lieutenant Selfridge A San Franci 800 Boy
Lieutenant Thomas I. Selfridge of the United States Army, long known in San Francisco circles, died in an aviation accident investigation era. Reports describe his career, retirement, and service duties as a signal corps officer in Washington, with mention of his influence and assignment history.
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Thomas I. Selfridge
United States
Hever Wright
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Aeltridge
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Aida
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Wishington
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Double Tragedy Ends in Murder and Suicide
In Laurel County a man named McGann shot his wife after an argument then killed himself. Neighbors rushed to help but McGann warned them away before taking his own life, following recent police action for alleged domestic abuse and jealousy rumors.
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Ta Walsh
Aletiaon
Hs Yife
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Wenger Informa
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Tetienoy Rotay
Hp Yanch
Rane
Ushatid
Amoy Deaths Link to Seventh Moon Belief Stir City Panic
Awe China Sept 17 reports recount a wave of deaths blamed on a seventh moon superstition linked to ghost punishment. Officials note rising fatalities from August to September with authorities urging charity aid and public funeral costs.
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United
Rhutes
Guilfiess
Amoy
Raanghal
Swindler Sunder Arrest in Chicago Connection
A man calling himself Hellamy of Chicago, real name Dr. McFarland, was arrested in Toronto for a fraud against Mrs. J. A. Patten of Braunton, TL. Bellamy allegedly posed as a broker with fake hooks for sale and took over $34,950 plus another sum from a Chicago woman. He had worked as a reporter after leaving Fordham and tried a book selling scheme.
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Ort. Hellamy
Chicago
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J. A. Patten
Braunton
Bellamy
Patten
Miss Maloney Granted Final Decree to Marry Osborne
New York September 17 Mise nigen Maloney daughter of Martin Maloney Philadelphia was today granted a final decree annulment or to marry Arthur Herbert Osborne of the Miss Maloney was formerly wed to Gabor Juste at Mamaroneck but she ran away with Samuel Clarkson and returned home to Philadelphia. The court declared the prior marriage void and granted the final decree allowing the new union with Osborne.
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New York
Mise Nigen Maloney
Martin Maloney
Philadelahia
Arthur Herbern Osborne
The
Miss Maloney
Gebarahyo Juste
Mamaroneck
Philadelphia
Samuel
Clarkson
Enetard
Mise Muloney
Gaborne
Asug
Tata
Wheat Crop Decline Reported by Burgope
Burgope reports a decreased wheat harvest amid Europe grain pressure. The report notes pests and weather impacting yields, with concern over crop prospects and agricultural conditions across regions.
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Burgope
Red Men Select Members for Embled Places
Bridgeport scene shows Red Men selecting members for embled posts. The ceremony included notable attendees and local officials, with emphasis on community service and ceremonial duties.
Luylsyitly Ky Proposal Defeated in Election
A local measure in Luylsyitly Kentucky to fund a mailed home for members' families failed. The proposition to increase the yer tanita Lis was defeated.
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Luylsyitly Ky
Union Pacific Bondholders Meeting Notice October 13 1908
Union Pacific Railroad announces a bondholders meeting at the company office in Salt Lake City Utah for October 13 1908. Directors to be elected reports on mortgage refinancing plans and bond issues including four percent bonds and first lien mortgage terms. Secretariat notice by Alex Milla.
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Want Ads Notice for Wigs and Lubes
Classified notice seeks four snappy wigs and related items for sale or trade. Public listings indicate contact through local classified office. Purchasers urged to respond promptly.
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