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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1907
Page
1
A colossal blast at DuPont powder mills near Fontanet Indiana devastates a town of about 1000. The initial explosion and ensuing fires claim many lives, injure hundreds, and leave the community in ruins with schools, churches, and homes destroyed. Gov Hanly, state police, and soldiers arrive to aid survivors as death toll rises and relief efforts begin.
The Fontanet Indiana powder mill disaster devastates the town. Superintendent Monahan and his sister in law killed. Victor Nash and George Justice among the injured and dead. Fires collapse churches, schools, and homes as workers rush to help. Dozens injured, 18 bodies identified,救救. Rescue trains take the injured to Terre Haute hospital amid chaos and fear.
Police report a brazen burglary at 1901 street northwest the former French Embassy mansion owned by Mrs Edward Qualtrough. Bronze statues pedestals dented vases and Graeco Roman bronzeware worth about ten dollars were taken from cellar to garret. Entry appears through a rear door or dining room window with muddy footprints across the rooms. Detectives canvassed pawnshops and real estate firms while officials warn against sale of the pieces.
A catastrophic sequence at Fontanet involved four separate explosions in a powder mill complex. About 2000 workers were affected. seventy five workers were near the first blast. Concussion shattered nearby homes and schoolhouses two miles away. A Big Four Railroad passenger train suffered broken windows and injuries from flying glass. Fire followed the blasts as mills and a stored powder magazine containing thousands of kilograms exploded, with rescuers racing to aid injured workers.
David H Hirsch, a West Avenue tailor, sues his wife Minnie for cruelty over her cigarette habit and separation. Minnie counters with allegations of cruelty. Hirsch is held on assault charges and awaiting trial in General Sessions on $400 bail. Minnie seeks cottage fees and $61 weekly alimony. couple married earlier this year and later separated after she returned to her parents.
A court in Hot Springs modified an injunction involving Roth sides in a central railroad stock dispute. The decision lets disputed shares vote under conditions and may nullify whole votes if decisive, with Harriman and Fish locked in a proxy battle over winds central railroad stock and a forthcoming annual meeting.
In Chicago the Morris Packer will is ruled defective allowing five principals to share the $50 million fortune now as executors. The will’s dated pro probate is invalid making Edward Morris nominee for absolute control, with trust provisions in doubt. The estate will be divided immediately and a 15,000 program adjusted, as attorneys note many wills are filed posthumously or long after death. Auction items include imported gin and furniture. carpet prices postponed to next Sunday’s Post.
Stamboul, Oct 15. Brutus Jackson returns with fresh tear dogs as officials report the President’s endurance on the trail. He swam Bear Lake at daybreak despite near freezing air, declaring the water warmer than the air and continuing the outing with saddle strength noted by observers. He plans to break camp and proceed to Vicksburg, with limited public speaking thereafter.
A powder explosion claims lives as i-Scores die in the blast. Police and investigators probe the incident, with safety measures reviewed for the site.
London editors publish extracts from The Letters of Queen Victoria by authority of King Edward I. The autographs reveal a vivid portrait of the Queen's life and character from her own hands, though not reprinting major political matters.
Ballon Psyche completes a three hour ten minute journey covering almost 100 miles from St Louis to a field north of Fecksonville Illinois. J C McCoy and Capt de F Chandler land three miles north of Fecksonville with no damage and plan two more trials this week as international contestants prepare for the America races.
Pittsburg October 15 Ida Scott, daughter of Mrs Mary Scott Harte, is guarded at her Bartlett Street home to prevent contact amid the Hartje divorce case. Detectives keep watchers away while her father, John Scott, and possibly an attorney determine next steps.
Secretary Taft arrives in Manila amid enthusiastic receptions led by Governor General Smith and the local mayor. An official banquet and parade mark a cordial stay as Taft outlines future Philippine policy and praises American Filipino cooperation.
A heavy quake shook Lowell Massachusetts at 7 o clock tonight lasting two to three seconds followed by a sharp explosion. China toppled and dishes rattled in many homes as residents rushed out in alarm fearing a disaster. The tremor was also felt in Lawrence Londonderry NHL and other parts of Southern New Hampshire with no major damage reported.
Dr W L Lin deer, a young physician, sustained probable fatal wounds today when Lucy Lipsey, a Black woman, was shot with three bullets. The March 25 incident saw Lipsey shoot Dr Lindeer in the back without warning. The motive remains unclear as witnesses testified and the young Lindeer surrendered to authorities and was jailed.
The body of Max W Turner, a niece of the late Samuel J Tiden, was found in the Detroit River yesterday. Officials say she took her own life.
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