Quake Wrecks Kingston In Death of Noted English Governor
Sir James Fergusson, former Governor of New Zealand, died when an earthquake wrecked Kingston during a hospital visit. Forty soldiers accompanied him. the disaster struck the army hospital, crushing him. Police and rescuers cleared debris as officials assessed injuries and casualties.
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Kingston Earthquake Destroys Much Of Jamaican Capital
Holland Bay Jamaica January 15 report details a violent earthquake at 4 50 PM Monday that wrecked one sixteenth of Kingston killing about 30 and injuring around 300. Fire spread rapidly along the waterfront as streets filled with debris. The Myrtle Bank Hotel and the British military station were destroyed. Sir James Fergusson was killed. Wires were down, hospitals undestroyed, and refugees moved into the hills amid shortages of food and shelter.
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Alfred Jones
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Earthquake Devastates Kingston Jamaica Vast Damage Reported
The Jamaica upheaval damaged Kingston with seven to eight minute shocks causing fires and ruined buildings including the military hospital. Reports say many soldiers and prominent citizens killed, while ships and observers abroad seek details. No Americans missing and communication chaos clouds full casualty counts.
Hope Bay earthquake dispatch details unclear site
A fragmented OCR reads a Western Union dispatch from Hope Bay about an earthquake near Jamaica. The report mentions a damaged Commercial Cable link to Bermuda and a broken line near Holland Bay with offices destroyed and one man injured.
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Fragmentary Note on Officials and Reception
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New York Alderman Arrested in Bribery Case
William Clifford a Municipal Ownership League alderman from Long Island City was arrested after receiving $6000 in marked money for votes to elect Rufus B. Cowing as recorder. Ten other aldermen were subpoenaed and a grand jury investigation began. Detectives observed the alleged transaction and recovered the money.
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Bryce Eager to Come Ambassador to United States
Special cable dispatch reports James Bryce newly appointed ambassador to the United States addressing New Castle. He describes his reluctant start yet sees vast opportunities to strengthen ties with the United States, noting Gladstone’s Alabama treaty as forging closer Anglo American friendship.
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Bridge Gambling Sparks Indictment Calls In Port Carterville
Special to The Washington from Port Carterville Ga reports Judge C W Fite criticizing society card games for prizes as gambling declaring all social gambling the same as craps. He urged juries to indict players of bridge euchre and similar games and urged pursuit of evidence across towns and counties.
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Philadelphia Yardmaster Dies After Thief Pursuit
George Goodman a Reading Railway yardmaster in Port Richmond was awakened by a break in near Rooney’s house. He chased the thief, struck him with a blackjack, then collapsed in his wife’s arms. Police believe a stomach blow may have contributed to his death from heart disease aggravated by excitement. His father-in-law Patrick McCool’s burial followed.
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Investigation into Metropolitan Life akin to earlier probe
A report indicates an inquiry into the affairs of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, similar to the prior investigation that led to indictments of George W. Perkins and Charles Ney. The request to examine the company’s books was granted, as details unfold in the district proceedings.
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Officers Are Elected By American Hebrew Congregations
The Union of American Hebrew Congregations elects officers today Adolph Kraus Chicago as president Bolamon Sulzberger New York as vice president Dipman Levi Cincinnati as secretary Mitton M Hireeh as assistant secretary Also mentions sale of Oriental rugs at Bloans 1407 G street with a display of Persian floor coverings and other weaves inviting attention of prospective buyers
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False, He Declares Vice President Fairbanks Son Indicted
Steubenville dispatch reports grand jury indictment for perjury against Fred C Fairbanks son of Vice President Charles W Fairbanks. He allegedly lied about his identity and worked as a laborer to obtain a marriage license for his Steubenville marriage to Nellie Scott of Pittsburg. He denies any oath or false statement and claims no disguise. Local and national reactions quote families and officials as the case unfolds.
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Coronation of new Shah set for January 23 in Persia
The coronation of the new Shah of Persia will occur January 23 in Taheran. Court mourning will last six months and mourning services continue nationwide. The date of the late Shah’s funeral has not yet been fixed.
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