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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1904

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2

Stricken in Church Death of Rev Meador a Forty Three Year Pastor

An account details the death of Reverend Meador after a church service at Fourth Baptist Church. He was found dying after a tract of scripture and solemn words, with ambulances summoning him to hospital. Born 1826 in Bedford, Virginia, Meador studied at the University and served as pastor for 43 years. Relatives and mourners gather as the community reflects on his ministry and faith.

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Man Killed in City Rail Incident Weathers Violent Attack

A man was killed on city tracks after a reported hold up and struggle. Police say the assailant fled, leaving the victim in a doorway as bystanders watched. Officers recovered items from the suspect’s pockets and are reviewing surveillance to identify the perpetrator and motive.

Railroad Men Injured In Northbound Yard Collision

Wor Moopls and Vo Wo Nichols two railroad workers from the Pennsylvania Railroad Company were injured this morning when a streetcar was pushed by yard engine into standing cars on a track. They were taken to Penardines Hospital with scalp wounds, a left hand injury, facial injuries, and a broken elbow. witnesses Willam E Rogers and Te Neris reported the accident.

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Frustrated kidnapping attempt at Cripple Creek targets official

Sheriff Leonard Bell thwarted a kidnapping plot that aimed to deport a Democratic clerk named Mannix and seize ballots. Three men were arrested as part of the alleged plan, which friends described as a joke. A separate pneumonia case, John Litte, died at the Emergency Hospital after deteriorating health.

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Nebraska Republicans sweep state ticket and legislature

In Omaha Nov 9 reports show Republicans winning nationwide and legislative tickets with President Roosevelt carrying the state by about 75000. Berge fusion governor candidate trails but gains outside Douglas County may tilt the result. World-Herald and Bee provide mixed precinct returns.

Omaha Nebr Nebraska Bee Republican Omaha Douglas County Berge Viche World-Herald Dem Roosevelt

Governor Johnson Wins Minnesota Governor Seat

The Minnesota election results show Jon A Johnson Democrat elected governor with Ray W Jones Republican as lieutenant governor. Early returns suggest Johnson's margin could exceed 1,500 as more counties report, with strong Republican support in counties like Hennepin and Ramsey. Campaign featured intra party fights and public examiner disputes amid a pivotal state Senate and House balance.

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People’s Party Incorporates and Albany Filing

The People's Party filed articles of incorporation in New York City with directors Louis B Parsons Melvin G Palliser H C S Stimson James H Moore and Samuel M Biddison. Albany reports the first sworn statement of election expenses filed with the secretary of state, with a cost of 3310.

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Cift of the Emperor Announced by Ambassador Sternburg

Baron Sternburg outlined official entertainment plans for German state guests arriving in Washington next week. A special military mission will present a statue gift from Emperor William to the United States, with high level diplomatic and military turnout and a formal unveiling in Washington. The event includes receptions, dinners, and a ceremony at the War College statue site. Also noted are the return of runaway boys Lawrence Kries and Carl Precht to Baltimore and their custody transfer to their father and uncle in Washington.

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F. M Detweiler Dead Veteran Washington Printer

F. M Detweiler dies after a lingering illness aged 74 at his home in northwest Washington. A member of the Typographical Union and longtime local printer, he led Judd & Detweiler and served on the Washington Board of Trade and Calvary Baptist Church. Survived by widow Nelle Detweiler, three sons, four daughters, a stepdaughter, and numerous grandchildren.

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Fire Destroys Garfield Park Labor Camp Shacks

A spectacular blaze in Garfield Park last night destroyed a row of twelve shacks housing Italian laborers at the New Jersey and Virginia avenues intersection. Railroad obstruction slowed firefighting as two Pullman cars and a dining car were damaged, with losses estimated for the shanties and tools. some stock nearby suffered minor harm.

New Jersey and Virginia Avenues Garfield Park Chesapeake and Qohia Railroad Philadelphi Baltimore Washington Railroa Drake and Stratton Company

Sherman Reelected Congressman in New York District

A historical report notes James S Sherman of Utica won reelection in New York's twenty seventh district and cites a spending figure of 3310 dollars as part of the statement.

Gressman James S Sherman Utica

Roosevelt Wins Big In Illinois And Other States

Early returns from Chicago and Cook County place Roosevelt’s Illinois plurality around 225000 with Chicago city votes at 107229 for Roosevelt and Cook County outside the city at 16182. Nationally, Democrats claim gains in the Georgia and Pennsylvania counties while Roosevelt’s edge in Oregon exceeds 460,000 and Indiana shows about 75,000 margin.

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Roosevelt and Parker lead in state primary returns

Early returns show Roosevelt with 203 699 and Parker 145 924 from precincts statewide while Hanky leads for governor with 129 094 and Kern 90 B21 in Jacksonville. Democratic ticket appears favored with Wolfe ahead of Holloway for superintendent, results still coming in as estimates of 20000 for the state ticket and a smaller margin for presidential electors are adjusted.

Roosevelt Parker Hanky Kern Jacksonville Merida Wolfe Holloway

New Record in Connecticut Roosevelt Plurality Vast

New Haven Nov 9 Roosevelt wins Connecticut with a state wide plurality exceeding previous highs. Governor candidate Lieut Henry Roberts leads Republican ticket. congressional seats favor Republicans. Mississippi and Vermont totals also reported with Republican gains and large majorities.

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Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Remedy Ad

An old advertisement promises Dr Shoop s Rheumatic Remedy with a free order for a full goods package. It urges writing today and claims no payment deposit or risk. The text mentions Simpliite Dr Shoop Box 10 Racine Wis and emphasizes a no cost offer.

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Want President at fair invitation sent to Roosevelt

St Louis delegation led by Mayor Rolla Wells and officials Corwin H Spencer and William H Thompson traveled to Washington on November 9 to extend a formal invitation to President Theodore Roosevelt to visit the Worlds Fair. The group aims to secure a high profile endorsement and attendance for the exposition.

St. Lewis St Lews Rolla Wells Corwin H Spencer William H Thompson Washington Roosevelt

Rock from shaft wrecks men at East Brookside colliery

A six ton rock embedded in the shaft wall at East Brookside colliery fell about 200 feet to the bottom, instantly killing Isaac Slow and Pain Ribley of Tower CW and probably fatally injuring John Son. An outburst of gas forced the rock from its bed.

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Weather Outlook Highlights Storms and Cold Sweep Across Regions

A low pressure area over the Midwest and Lower Mississippi Valley combines with a vast high pressure zone from the Northwest to the Upper Lakes. Rain and snow will affect the Atlantic coast and Great Lakes, with accumulating snow in the Northern Lake region and New England. Temperature drops noted across the Mississippi Valley to the Rocky Mountains, with brisk northeast winds along the Atlantic coast.

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