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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1900
Page
3
Historic project ends with completion of a massive tunnel under the river. Engineers report flawless joint at opposite ends as sections meet precisely. The achievement, valued at about 50 million, marks a landmark in transportation engineering and promises rapid future connections.
A scattered 19th century OCR fragment describes a deadly train incident near Chicago and surrounding areas. It mentions injuries and deaths, responders, and a chaotic scene with references to towns, names, and a hurried investigation. The text is highly garbled but conveys a fatal event and emergency response.
Fragmented obituary noting the sudden death of Jobe Me and mentions of long public service. Includes references to Palmer and McAuley, county politics, and war service. Lacks clear dates and coherent sequence due to OCR corruption, but conveys a political obituary tone.
A report from the Trade Review discusses ongoing efforts to settle the coal mine wage strike. It notes progress this week, with actions by the United Mine Workers and related companies, impacts on workers and broader supply chains, and weather conditions affecting delivery. The article highlights anticipated recovery despite continued uncertainty in the mining, steel, and related sectors.
An unclear wartime dispatch references dates in September and November, various locations, and multiple military units including volunteers and naval actions. It notes injuries and deaths, hospital shipments, and troop movements, mentioning ships and gunboats, with dispersed names and phrases that imply a chaotic battlefield or campaign summary.
A mangled obituary note recalls the death of Reverend Gilbert O Gregor y and outlines his career. It lists his pastorates at various churches in New York including St. Stephen in Manhattan and King William, along with earlier posts in Poughkeepsie Kingston and Morris. The item notes his illness and retirement under care, and references his involvement with the St. Stephen church and local religious communities.
Dispatches describe Allied powers pressing for withdrawal from positions near Amoy and ongoing Chinese Qing court actions. Secretary Hay returns to Washington as talks continue, with ministers conveying secret terms and a possible shift in American policy.
A man was assaulted and robbed of 8900 on a public taxi road near Goldwater Way. The incident occurred Friday afternoon when a third man approached and demanded cash before fleeing. Police urged witnesses to provide details and descriptions to aid the investigation.
Samuel F Carey died Saturday at age unknown. A Miami University graduate of 1835, he was a longtime political figure associated with the Greenback movement and Democratic party. He supported various nominees including Levi? for president and served as a delegate to conventions.
A violent Saturday night fight between women and men molders at a Parker area bar led to multiple shootings. Henry Craffnbleger and William Steffield were wounded, with Charles Peek and several others detained on charges linked to the melee and alleged murder of Nercetise Foulky. Police report the incident stemmed from tensions within the union and union-busting accusations.
Fragments describe Passion Play performances at Oberammergau with season receipts around 8.4 million and village profits near 500, plus anecdotes about autograph seekers and a wealthy sponsor. The text shifts to unrelated notes about local incidents, travel to the United States, and a string of diverse reports including disasters and distant mission activity.
A Democratic Club report details an October gathering with national officers and speakers from New York Chicago and Washington to address members. The event includes a Wednesday morning welcome, a closing Thursday night move to the hall, and arrangements for entertainment with several local clubs listed.
London officials confirm Lord Roberts has been named commander in chief of the British army. The formal announcement is hailed as a pledge by the Unionist party that army organization will be managed effectively. George Wyndham will outline reform plans and the war office is arranging with Lord Roberts for the return of a large portion of the army from South Africa.
In the Philippines amid skirmishes along the Bicol river and in Batangas, insurgent activity is noted with several districts reporting engagements and losses. Reports also mention American and European travelers missing or feared dead, and a major wreck near Afton with multiple casualties. Local authorities and press describe ongoing conflict, shipping losses, and searches for missing individuals.
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