Lieut Casper Goodrich Dead in Powder Turret Explosion
A fatal incident at a fort martialized by Lieutenant Casper Goodrich occurred when 200 pounds of powder exploded, filling a turret with flames and poisonous fumes. Initial reports suggest the blast may have been triggered intentionally.
Victims of Battle Ship ExplosionList of fallen and wounded seamen
The blast on the battleship killed Goodrich Lieux Casper of Brooklyn and William Joseph Burke of Quincy and others. Surviving or wounded crew include midshipman Goldthwaite Faulkner and many ordinary seamen from New York Massachusetts Ohio and New Jersey with burns and injuries across arms faces and chests. Four unnamed men received minor injuries and were not evacuated.
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Wilmington
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Walsh Edward J
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Southwick
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Maleck John
Cleveland Ohie
Meeze Lewis O
Gerea Ohie
Rosenberger
Samuel Lo
Philadelphia Arme
Turret Explosion on Georgia Injures Crew at Sea
A turret explosion aboard the USS Georgia during target practice wounded multiple sailors. Fire and smoke filled the turret as powder and fuel burned, forcing several men to leap into the sea. An investigating board was ordered to determine the ignition source between a spark from a discharge or a smokestack spark.
Explosion on new battleship Georgia claims eight lives
A recently commissioned battleship named Georgia suffered an explosion killing eight crew members. Built at Bath Iron Works and placed in commission in September, the vessel measured about 14,600 tons with top speed near 18 knots. It received a Georgia Day silver service in June and had Capt Davenport as first commander, now led by Capt McCrea who joined days ago.
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Georgia Disaster At Charlestown Navy Yard
After a powder charge ignited in the eight inch turret during target practice, twenty sailors were injured and six died. Rear Admiral Snow organized hospital care at Chelsea and the Naval Hospital while the Georgia moved to Boston for further treatment. Bodies and wounded were tended by medical staff as crowded yards observed naval ritual and flags lowered in mourning.
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Navy Tragedy on Georgia Shocks Officials and Public
Explosion on the battleship Georgia in Massachusetts Bay injures twenty one and kills several. officials recount prior similar incidents on American battleships and vow full investigation. Rear Admirals Snow and Thomas coordinate rescue, care for the wounded, and warn of broader safety concerns.
Bribery Trial Witness Refuses to Testify in San Francisco
Emile Zimmer, vice president of the Pacific States Telephone Company, defies a court order and refuses to be sworn while testifying in the Louis Citas bribery case. Judge Lawlor fines Zimmer for contempt and revokes his stand, as prosecutors reveal disbursements tied to $5,000 bribery funds paid to supervisors via agent T V Haleey and firm officials.
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Eaton
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Sabin
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Prefers julep to golf at Peck birthday banquet
Special to The Washington Post reports Speaker Joseph Cannon attended a millionaires party in Oconomowoc Wisconsin honoring Ferdinand W Peck. Cannon received a warm reception as he urged support for the presidency while financiers toasted the guest. He praised work and civic effort, noting the multimillionaire must aid others in the nation.
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Thieves Plead Guilty In Hastings Court
Harry Allan and Louis Rogers pleaded guilty in Hastings court to theft charges after months in prison. They were sentenced to five years each in the State penitentiary. The men were linked to a sensational prison escape attempt and had allegedly stolen about 700000 in valuables from railway lines.
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Allison to Take Stump for Re election Campaign
Iowa Senator William B. Allison plans an active campaign for reelection speaking in several Iowa cities. Frustrated by taunts from Gov. Cummins and allies over his age and health, he states he will run in the primaries and seek renomination without joining a competing faction.
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Magill Gambler Arrested In Murder Case In Clinton
Arthur D Merwin, longtime gambler in Clinton, was arrested on a murder charge connected to the death of Mrs Pet Magill, wife of Frederick Magill, whose body was found with her head in a basin of chloroform. Detectives and State’s Attorney officials say more arrests will follow as the case unfolds, with Merwin accused as an accessory after the fact.
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District Boys Busy Soon Accustomed to It Camp Notes
District guardsmen adjust to outdoor drills at Camp Ordway near Harpers Ferry with strict regimentation ahead of real field work. After a noisy start the hospital reports only one minor injury as dynamite blasts rattle nearby and a post office bag delay tests troops’ patience while YMCA facilities expand to provide comforts for soldiers.
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