Jacksonville Fire Devastates City Killing Six and Hauling Loss
A large fire in Jacksonville Florida on May 3 4 destroyed three hotels a theater and about six blocks. The blaze cut off outside communication for hours and caused an estimated 15 million in damage with six lives lost. The St James Windsor and Times Union buildings were among those burned.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Savannah
Atlanta
Western Union Telegraph Company
Cleveland Fiber Company
Florida City
Gale
St. James
Windsor
St. James Park
Bay Street
Times-Union and Citizen
Western Union
Times-Union
The
Telegraph Company
New York
Sharkey Knocks Out Russell In Rough California Bout
In Denver on May 4 Tom Sharkey 192 pounds defeated 205 pound Fred Russell with a jaw blow in the fourth round after a clinch filled fight marked by rough wrestling. Russell collapsed after Sharkey’s right hook followed by a half swing as he rose.
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Denver
Colo
Tom Sharkey
Fred Russell
California
Colorado Athletic Association
Sharkey
Russell
Tom
Markets Headline: Wheat Prices Mixed on Chicago Board Trade
Chicago May 3. Quotations show mixed wheat margins with May and September futures fluctuating. Hog and cattle quotes vary by grade with receipts around 20 000 hogs and 1 500 cattle. East Buffalo and Milwaukee markets report steadier cattle values and steady no. 1 northern wheat at .75 to .74 per bushel.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
Cape Cod
Illinois
Texas
East Buffalo
N. Y
Dunning & Stevens
Live Stock Commission
Fire destroys Union Mills buildings in LaPorte county
Six store buildings, a residence, Masonic and Odd Fellows halls, and the post office at Union Mills burned Thursday night. Loss pegged at 25 thousand dollars. In Grand Rapids, Martin A. Ryerson of Chicago arrived Thursday and confirmed plans to donate 150 thousand dollars for a public library building.
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Laporte
Ind
Masonic and
Odd Fellows
Union Mills
Grand Rapids, Mich
Martin A. Ryerson
Chicago
Grand Rapids
Fire destroys Armour & Co beef house in Chicago
A sensational fire in Chicago caused the south half of Armour & Co.'s beef house to burn, with losses estimated at 100000 dollars. Over twenty firefighters faced danger when an ammonia pipe burst during the blaze.
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Chicago
Armour & Co
Indiana couple finally wed after trials and delays
Mrs Mollie Brown of Indianapolis and Rev Amos Smith once pastor of Stewart Indiana church were wed after a long mail courtship hindered by illness smallpox and bad weather. The report notes 35 dead in an Amreeli India fire and Miss Laura D Gill named dean of Barnard College with New York and Baltimore straw hat makers forming a company.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Mollie Brown
Amos Smith
Christian Church
Stewart
Christmais
Brother Smith
Amreeli
India
Laura D. Gill
Barnard College
Straw Hot Manufacturers
New York
Baltimore
Hervey Bell Carriage Factory in Washington Opens Classic Era Shop
A feature on Harve Bell the long time Washington carriage maker, founded 1865. The article details his ascent from blacksmith to owner of a two story 132 by 180 foot facility, employing foremen and skilled workers, producing 150 to 250 vehicles annually with modern designs, quality paint using Masury colors, and an emphasis on lasting value over cheapness.
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Harve Bell
Washington
Bell
Co. H
2Nd
Iowa Infantry
Cowles
Bell & Brother
Mr. Bell
Scranton
Surrey
Slater
Brussels
United States
Iowa
Ohio
Frank Bell
United States Tops World Exports in 1901 Balance
A treasury bureau review shows the United States leading exporters in fiscal 1901 with average monthly exports of 124.4 million dollars for nine months ending March, ahead of the United Kingdom at 117.5 million. Germany, France, Russia, and others follow as major traders.
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Washington
Treasury Bureau of Statistics
United States
Lst
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Russia
British India
Austrian
Hungary
Belgium
Italy
Argentina
Canada
Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Endorsed For Nerve Strength
An advertisement features a man noting shaky nerves and seeking a bracer. It claims Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery strengthens the nervous system without alcohol or narcotics, with a testimonial from David Duggine of Jones Kentucky Ohio Co Kentucky noting better sleep weight gain and daily strength after three bottles.
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David Duggine, Esq
Jones, Ohio Co
Notice to Trespass on Private Land in Washington Iowa
Landowners notify the public not to trespass on their land by fishing hunting or letting dogs roam. Signers include John Belville E W Chrissinger SA Ralfville W 8S Stewart Frank Stewart D J Molonghilia WA Birney Draper Al Wagner Charles Rupp R F Campbell J H Briley John Kilpatrick A B Wilber W W Wilson and others. The Journal advertises engraved calling cards and urges patronage.
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Washington
John Belville
W Chrissinger SA
Ralfville
Stewart Frank Stewart D J Molonghilia WA Birney
Draper
al Wagner
Charles Rupp
F Campbell
J H Briley
John Kilpatrick
Wilber
W Wilson
Blossom Chas Putman
Win McClelland
Kidney disease cure advertised by Dr B J Kay
An old newspaper fragment promotes Br Way ssey kidney cure for kidney diseases back pain and related ailments. It mentions a free book and advice by Dr B J Kay of Saratoga NY and lists several city pharmacies and suppliers.
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B. J. Kay
Saratoga
N. Y
Temple Pharmacy
Stewart Pharmacy
Cook & Sherman
Columbia Pharmacy
Cullom Favors Partial Cuba Tariff Reform Stand
Senator Cullom opposes major tariff reductions for Cuban imports especially sugar, arguing no concession should widen the sugar schedule unless Cuba joins the United States. He says slight cuts could help Cuba but would risk tariff policy and revenue. Washington reports note expected U S army retrenchment in the Philippines and troop transfers as levies rise toward a 76000 strength. David R. Francis named to St. Louis exposition board. Ira D. Sankey’s mother dies at 90. a New Orleans crank threatens to kill McKinley. British coal miners abandon strike protest. Allis-Chalmers stock oversubscribed.
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Washington
Cullom
Ilinois
Illinois
Cuba
War Department
United States Army
Philippines
Third Artillery
Manila
Anderson
United States
Department
David R. Francis
Ira D. Sankey
Newcastle
White
New Orleans
McKinley
Great Britain
Allis-Chalmers Combine
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Council Bluffs
Alice A. C. Bailey
Des Moines
Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs
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Boone
Nellie Cooke
Algona
Iowa Federation
Schuyler
Neb
R. W. Moss
Chicago Grain and Produce
Milwaukee Grain
Milwaukee
Ryerson
Houghton
Mich
Joseph de Long
Johnson
Hervey Bell Carriage Factory
Hervey Bell
Coadom
Philippine Army
Bulgaria
Egypt
Mexico
Ishruds
Uruguay
Austria
Cape of Good Hope
Greece
Japan
Berto Rico
Portugal
Spain
Switzerland
Journad
Haight
Grouery
Brit Siephone Fl
P. J. Hanley
O. J. Wilson
Attorney At Law
Bear Alberson's Grocery
Temple Huilding
Washington, Lowa
W. H. Butterfield
Marsh W. Bailey
Queeior
Halleeyaahington
Lowa
W. & J. L. Brookhart
Opera House
Washington, Iowa
Washington County Savings Bank
W. E. Anderson
Klein's Clothing
B. Jor
Ashington
Hotel Allen
Frank Rogers
W. A. Stiles & Co
West Main St
Washington, Ia
Lila Whitmore
Forlene
Wanamaker
R. A. Riley
Citize WS Savings Bank
Jusrin Keer
Cons
H. Krew
Frank Stewart
I. M. Sprounn
Asst
John Shields & Son
ITV
PTCE
Rowland & Shields
Bailey
A. S, Hays
Temple R
T. J. Dempsey'sess'sakery
Olasa
L. E. Latta
Joseph Pollard, Jr
Bhington, Iowa
H. Knecht
Johnson's Bakery
Harwood
South Side
National Bank
Capital
W.R. Jeffrey
A. Anderson
J.T. Anderson
Washington County SA
Tings Bank
A. HH
Wancacs
A. Waurin
Wo. Blare
C. M Aience Aantek
First National Bank
Wm. Blaire
H. A. Wee
C. H. Keok
L. Stewart
J. F. Kvendiesta
E. ©. Townsend
D. C
Columbian School of Osteopathy
Kirkeville
Dixon & Matthews
Lombardo
M. Lombardo
Puget Sound
Salt Lake City
Colorado
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