Gas Wrecks Cambria Hotel in Indiana Fire Traps Guests
A gas explosion at the Seitz hotel on Thirty-eighth Street in Marion Indiana killed three people including hotel owner Charles Beitel and cafe proprietor James Devlin. Ten others were seriously or fatally burned as guests slept through the blaze. The blast destroyed the two story brick building near the national military home with thirty rooms and about thirty guests.
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Marion
Ind
Seitz
Thirty-eighth Street
Home Avenue
Charles Beitel
James Devlin
Edward Gaskill
L. H. Hobis
Thomas Twigg
Randall Middle
John Dicherty
John Scott
Carrie Ring
Orville Keitel
Harry Beltel
William East
Frank Gaskill
Pearl Gaskill
National Military Home
Burst at Cambria Steel No 2 Rail Mill Kills and Injures Dozens
In Johnstown Pennsylvania on January 22 a governor belt failure let a massive flywheel run away and burst at the Cambria Steel No 2 rail mill. Three are dead, three fatally injured, six seriously hurt, and others wounded as steam pipes and water lines flood the floor. Fire followed the blast as rescuers searched for victims.
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Johnstown
Cambria Steel Company
Hishler
Cave-in at Midway coal mine claims six miners
In a cave-in at the Midway coal mine near Rouse, twelve miles from Walsenburg, six miners were killed. The coroner and physicians have gone to the scene with no further details available.
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Walsenburg
Col
Midway
Rouse
Ill health strikes Prof Stoddard in Cambridge hospital
Cambridge reports Prof Charles Warren Stoddard author of South Sea Idylls fell seriously ill in Prescott hall near Harvard. He was taken to Cambridge Hospital with uncertain recovery but later said to be more comfortable. Stoddard, longtime English literature professor, once at Notre Dame.
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Cambridge
Mass
Charles Warren Stoddard
Catholic University
Washington
Prescott Hall
Harvard University
Cambridge Hospital
Stoddard
Sought Pall-Bearers Refused Over Non-Union Carriages
The effort to appoint pall-bearers from a group failed as men refused due to plans to hire non union drivers for the funeral carriages. The dispute highlights labor tensions affecting ceremonial duties.
James F. Stewart Found Dead in Paterson Home
James F. Stewart former four term congressman from this district was found dead in his bed at his Paterson home aged 51. Death attributed to heart disease.
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Paterson
N. J
James F. Stewart
Witnesses Approached in Postal Trial and Guilty Pleas
Washington reports in court Jan 22 defense attorney Kumiler filed three affidavits alleging Postoffice Inspectors Mayer and Gregory approached witnesses in the witness room. Judge Pritchard ordered affidavits under oath from the inspectors. Bilen remanded for sentence. penalties range from one to ten years and fines up to 5000 dollars. Alderman Ellen’s stay granted. James McCool admits bribery in water deal. ex City Clerk Lamoreaux pleads guilty.
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Washington
Kumiler
Mayer and
Gregory
Dilley I. Groff
Diller I. Groff
N. H. Baumgartner
Machen
William Sapp
Free Delivery
Toledo
Justice Pritchard
Mayer
Walker
Supreme Court
Pittsburg Faces Worst Flood With Forty Foot Water Stage
A Meadville report says Pittsburg endures the worst flood in its history as the entire fire department works to save property. Forecaster Ridgeway warned of a potential forty foot water stage if rain continues.
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Pittsburg
Meadville
Ridgeway
PROHIBITION IN GERMANY
Washington reports Germany's temperance reform gaining speed with abstinence the general cry. Consul Diederich of Bremen notes Germany has passed the moderation stage and foresees possible complete prohibition within ten years as the imperial health office campaigns against alcohol as a beverage.
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Washington
Germany
Diederich
United States
Bremen
State Department
Imperial Health Office
Berlin
Fire Destroys Jersey City Manufactories and Stable
New York reports a January Jersey City fire that destroyed Brown & Miller's six story machine shop and adjoining buildings, injuring one. The blaze caused about 150000 in damage and drew in the citys entire fire department. Treasury experts fault Moseleys admin methods in minor points. United Mine Workers reject Leavenworth socialistic resolution calling for miners to own mines and railroads and form a union political party.
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New York
Jersey City
Brown & Miller's
Indianapolis
United Mine Workers’ Convention
Leavenworth
Leadville Suffers Typhoid Fever Epidemic
Denver officials report a severe typhoid outbreak in Leadville with 500 current cases. Claude K. Cooper, secretary of the board of health, warns the disease will likely spread further.
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Denver
Leadville
Claude K. Cooper
Board of Health
Cooper
Alderman Ellen Guilty in Water Scandal Case
Grand Rapids jury finds Alderman Jacob P. Ellen guilty of bribery in the water scandal verdict noting a recommendation for mercy. The charge stems from allegedly accepting 350 dollars from ex City Attorney Lant K. Salsbury.
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Grand Rapids, Mich
Jacob P. Ellen
Lant K. Salsbury
Temperance Reformers Gain Steam in German Education Circles
Douglas, brother-in-law of the emperor, is highlighted as a top temperance reformer and his arguments against drink are frequently cited in the imperial parliament journal. German university leaders drive the reform movement, with plans reportedly forming for a German temperance exhibit at the St. Louis exposition.
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Count Douglas
Imperial Parliament
Life Threats Against W C T U Speaker by Mormons
Chicago officials report threats against Maria Weed a National W C T U speaker by Mormon elders in Chicago as she toured churches accusing Mormonism. Mrs Weed plans to return Feb 10 after two weeks in central Illinois and the union secretaries say many Mormons followed her and warned of danger.
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Chicago
Sinais Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Maria Weed
Union
Diplomats Urged to Wear Uniforms at White House Receptions
Washington January 22 Count Casini reports a note from Secretary Hay that the president desires all members of the diplomatic corps attending White House evening receptions to appear in their diplomatic uniforms.
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Washington
Count Cassini
Hay
White House
Hubbard Marries Co-Respondent In Divorce Case
Elbert Hubbard publisher of The Philistine and Roycrofters chief ties the knot with Miss Alice L Moore in Bridgeport Connecticut. The marriage likely illegal under New York law as Moore was co respondent in Hubbard's divorce. Dowie's creditor suit also noted in San Francisco report.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Elbert Hubbard
The
Philistine
Roycrofters
East Aurora
No Y
Alice L. Moore
Concord
Mass
New York City
Miss Moore
Mr. Hubbard
Tie
New York State
New York
Remains of Sir Henry Keppel Interred with Naval Honors
The remains of Sir Henry Keppel admiral of the fleet who died January 17 were buried at Winkfield Berkshire with full naval honors. A 500 strong detachment of bluejackets and marines formed the escort and firing party. King Edward Queen Alexandra Emperor William and the prince of Wales sent representatives. Lords of the Admiralty and many naval officers attended in full uniform.
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London
Henry Keppel
Winkfield
Berkshire
King Edward
Queen Alexandra
Emperor William
Prince of Wales
Lords of the Admiralty
Oldest Friend Described in Brooklyn Life Exchange
A conversational exchange appears in Brooklyn Life where Vera Porte vows consideration of criticisms from a trusted friend, described as the oldest friend, reflecting a long standing relationship.
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Miss Passage
Vera Porte
Brooklyn
Utah Lake plan to create government reservoir
The government and farmers reached a plan to convert Utah Lake into a government reservoir at a cost of $1,000,000, aiming to redeem 100,000 acres in the Salt Lake valley.
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Salt Lake
Utah
Utah Lake
Salt Lake Valley
Naval Officer for Chicago Port Bill Reported Favorably
The house ways and means committee endorsed Congressman Manns bill to create the office of naval officer for the port of Chicago with a $5 000 yearly salary. The duties include auditing customs service accounts and the measure is expected to pass soon.
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Washington
House Committee On Ways and Means
Mann
Chicago
Customs Service
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Prof. Stoddard Stricken
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Kiely
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James McCool
Lant Sk. Salsbury
Isaac F. Lamoreaux
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Moseley
Treasury
Edward M. Moseley
Interstate Commerce Commission
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Sle
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Trubbard
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Hugh Craig
Chamber of Commerce
John Alexander Dowle
Craig
Zion
Dowie
Sydney
Sonoma
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Owa
Onas
H. Krow
Cant M. Krow
Frank R. Sagr
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Owe
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Wm. H. Jonking
Washington Branch
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Attoraeys
P. J. Nanley
Drauticks
Washington County Savings Bank
Schuyler W. Livingston
Abetracte
North West Corner Square
Iowa
Opposite Court House
Ashington
W. MH. Butterfield
Crail
Moore
Eicher
Wilson
A. RK. Dewey
GC. A. Dewey
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Pollard
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J. L. Brookmart
Orrios Jet Door
Opera
H. & W. Scofield
GT. Louis
Memphis
Peoria ST
Joseph Kangbab Cit
Wasahinoton, Iowa
Omaha
Colorado
Fort Worth
GT. Paul
Leave Express
Risa. N
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Sun
Mall and Express
Mall
Knoxville
Krranch Weet Bound
L. M. Allen
Omfoaoo
Thue
H. W. Ruskel
Washington National Bank
Waghington, Iowa
Sir Henry Keppel
J. A. Cunningham
A. Anderson
Anon McCcully
Dingoroks—B
FF. Brown
A. Moore
J. A. Ocunntoghan
D. J. Palmer
Bh. B. Khown
J.T. Anderson
Ass't Cashier
A. Harvey
Ashington County
Savings Bankington
Capital
State Bank
Chas. Ohngemauch
D.M McLaughlin
A. Whith
G. Wilson
G. H. Pratt
M. D
Cye
Cook & Sherman's
Osteopathy
C. S. Harper
Osteopathic Physiciar
Lowa
Klein & Co
Arthaud
Osteopath
American School of Osteopathy
Kirkeville, Mo
Same
T. J. Dempsey
M. St. P
Southwest Limited
Milwaukee
Moise
Neee
Southwest
Iowa Central
Brighton
West Aml Bfumte
Mason City Mail
Peoria
Peoria Mall
Marshalltown
O& N Way
Peoris
Wiwa
Mina
Olis, Ming
Henry Knecht
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