Concreting contracts awarded for sidewalk work in city
The city council awarded concrete sidewalk and curb contracts to Washington contractors Nova Bozach and W A Route for east Seventh South and Grove streets and for other sections. Warren Rontt won the curb and guttering on east Seventh South and Grove streets. Bids ranged from about 2,567 to 6,002 dollars for sidewalks, 1,143 to 3,178 for curb and guttering, with several firms submitting offers.
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Addi
Patth
Southside
East Seventh
South
Grove
Lea
Washington
Era
Nova Bozach
W. A
Warren Rontt
Grovestreets
Lawa
George Puath
Enet Third Street
Southside Avenue
Highland
Football rule changes call for stricter forward pass enforcement
The article notes major shifts in foothill football rules including stricter penalties for incomplete passes, revised goals on crossbar strikes, a 15 minute intermission, and the field judge replacing the linesman as timekeeper. It also mentions Mrs. Ids Downs and Mrs. Cacra lion returning home from a visit in Nipville.
Westhafer Named Principal for City Consolidated School
A P Westhafer, a Whesthafer student from Valparaiso who recently attended State Normal at Terre Haute, is chosen principal for the new consolidated school northwest of the city. He plans to continue studies at the State University while serving in this role.
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Valparaiso
Wheethafer
State Normal
T Bante
Weathafer
State University
City Board of Health
R. W. Willeford
Washington
Willeford
Pension Day for Civil War Veterans and Widows
Pension day sees old veterans and their widows visit the County Clerk to certify vouchers for the recent quarter. The shrinking veteran cohort highlights that the Civil War is fading into history rather than current event.
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Thiaia
Pettibone Death Tied to Idaho Mine Case
George A Pettibone dies in Denver from effects of an operation for cancer. He was linked to the Western Federation of Miners and alleged complicity in the murder of Idaho Governor Steunenberg. Pettibone had spent years in Idaho and was previously tried and acquitted. He leaves a widow and died Monday after surgery.
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George A. Pettbone
Cauneis
Western Federation of Miners
Moyer
Harywood
Steimenberg
Idaho
St. Joseph's Hospital
Pettibone
Aines
Ydaho
Boise
Pettibon
Million Lost in Big Blaze at Armour Elevators
A massive fire at Armour Elevators in Chicago caused extensive damage to the dock house and patches, with estimates placing losses around a million dollars. Fire crews responded quickly but the blaze severely affected warehouse operations and nearby structures.
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Armour
Chica
All Buildings Hear Shaken Fire Devastates Burlington Warehouses
A massive explosion and fire in Chicago damaged the Burlington warehouse and nearby elevators, with $2,000,000 total losses and $700,000 tied to the loss at Arthur & Co. The blaze began about 1 pm from a cigarette near chemicals. 250 workers fled, and fire engines battled the blaze with water streams as embers and heat hampered containment. Fire Marshal Moran warned against further spread by 3 pm with continued activity into the night.
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Chicago
Aus
Howe Squares
Burlington
Lartudur & Co
Stektu
Moran
Sawmill Burns in St Paul Loss Hits 250000
Beaudette dispatch reports Lutpher Co. sawmill caught fire Monday afternoon in St Paul. Loss estimated around 250000 dollars. Fire caused extensive damage to the plant and machinery with no immediate report of injuries.
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Ldse
St. Paul
Ming
Five Die and Two Injured After Auto Plunges Embankment
An auto carrying women and children plunged down an embankment, killing five people and injuring two others. Police and rescue teams responded to the crash scene, where survivors were tended by emergency crews and transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Further details on the victims and exact location were not immediately available.
Denies Action In Hazing Case Roosevelts Says
A San Francisco area crash report notes an emergency brake failure caused a tonneau to plunge down a hill near Burlingame killing five of seven occupants and injuring two. Names include Mrs. Thomas A. McCormick, Miss Clara McCormick, Robert T. O'Brien, Ira G. O'Brien, and Mrs. Ira G. O'Brien. The accident followed a visit to Prince Poniatowski’s Hills home.
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Clara McCormick
Robert T. O'Brien
Ire G. O'Brien
Ira G. O'Brien
Ira G. O’brien
E.G. McCaulay
Ethel McCormick
Prince Poniatowski
Burlingame
San Mateo
Struck a broken rail near Benson injures 18 on train
A Rock Island Continental train traveling from Chicago to Los Angeles hit a broken rail near Hadley Station 40 miles east of Benson Arizona early Monday. Two rear Pullman coaches derailed injuring 18 passengers. no deaths reported as diners and passengers were thrown about.
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Ariz
Golden State Lmited
Rock Tatand
Chicago
Los Angeles
Hade Atation
Benson
Blood Heat and Body Temperature Across Species
The passage explains human body temperature sits around 98 degrees Fahrenheit, with slight variations in extreme climates. It notes mammals share similar temperatures, birds run eight to ten degrees warmer, and reptiles, fish, and invertebrates differ widely from the steady body heat of mammals and birds.
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Trapical
Animal Kingdom
Man
LOCKOUT MAY SPREAD ACROSS IRON WORKS
Brettin Aug 4 The lockout of 1,600 ship riveters at Valean Shipbuilding yard threatens to spread nationwide. Dispute stems from overtime pay and extra hours for warship contracts. Iron Masters' Association to cut furnace output 60 percent next Saturday to pressure riveters to return to work. They plan a proposal to the German National Federation of Metal Workers to close all works across the empire.
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Brettin
Valean
Loce
German National Federation of Metal Workers
Fire on Princeton Opera House Sparks Security Alert
An incendiary attempt targeted the new Princeton opera house Sunday night. The blaze was detected early, limiting damage and allowing swift action by responders. Investigators will review security footage and statements to identify suspects.
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New
Princeton
Three Hurt In Collision In Grand Rapids Indiana Engine
Pateskey Mitc Aug 4 three injured when Grand Rapids Indiana engine crashed into a passenger car at a suburban station. Miss Hamilton of Cincinnati crushed about chest badly bruised. Mrs Street of St Louis broken nose and head bruises. John Waldo a year old child crushed jaw. Small panic as occupants escaped through doors and windows. Zeppelin airship readiness noted with test inflation and possible Tuesday ascent. Count Zeppelin may launch long endurance trip after test.
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Pateskey
Mitc
Quiet in Honduras Commander of the Marietta
Commander William J. Maxwell of the gunboat Marietta, at Ceiba Honduras, reports quiet conditions and says consuls remain ashore after exequaturs were canceled by President Davila. Officials seek amicable understanding with Honduras as Scorpion joins Marietta from Boston.
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Wiliam J. Maxwell
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Honduras
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da Vila
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Davila
Ceiba
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Scorpion
Boston Navy Yard
Syrian immigrants plan US ship for Turkey tribute
In New York on August 4, leaders of the Syrian colony moved to raise funds for a modern warship to present to Turkey. The drive targets about 200,000 Syrians in America, with Salim Elias offering 1000 pounds to head the subscription. Committees will solicit Syrians across America and beyond to build the ship in the United States and name it the Syria.
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Syria
Free Alleged Conspirator Hayes Cleared
Hayes of W J Hayes & Son bank in Cleveland was discharged by Judge Striple after a hearing on conspiracy allegations from West New York officials. They claimed he illegally obtained possession of school bonds worth 105000 dollars. The court found he was not in New Jersey on December 18, the alleged offense date.
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Aus
Harry E. Hayes
W. J. Hayes & Son
Striple
West New York
N. J
New Jersey
Hayes
New Jerey
Gas supply failures disrupt daily life and printers
The Ging Company struggles as a gas outage hits Rae The company, cutting illumination for the printing offices. By 7:30 this morning gas was still out, lights failed, stoves refused to work, and the Demokrat was delayed. Gas plant repairs are underway with workers injured and an expert from Vince on site.
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Jonoka
Almass Pit
Damocrat
Trifly
Lions Rogers
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Allo
Amon
William Pickell
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Sia
Tronbie
Rev E A Cantrall Denies City Jail Charge
The Rev E A Cantrall a former city jailer denies the charges raised in Lea suit by J W McCallen of Angeles alleging brutality and obstruction. He claims no permit issues and disputes claims of graft and foul conditions at the jail following his release.
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E. A. Cantrall
Lea
Elander
J. W. McCalle
Angeles
Spercher
Plainville Farmer John Cochran Dies After Illness
John Cochran, a Plainville farmer, died at his home Monday afternoon after about two weeks of illness. He was sixty five, long active on his farm, and leaves a wife and four children, including daughters Mrs. Underwood Mrs. Joe Milling Mrs. Charles Singleton, and son John Jr. The report notes typhoid fever as the cause and marks the end of a life spent in the Plainville area.
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Plainville
Cochran
Fayer
All Aboard for Texas Land Seekers Start West
A crowd of men led by Lieutenant-Colonel William Alfred Wallace set out west this afternoon to view Texas territories. Named travelers include Wallace, James McCall, E. E. Hixon, and Robert Porter bound for Dalbart, Texas. Another group from Odon headed to the same destination includes George McWilliams, Babe Stoy, Link Stoy, and Will Stoy.
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William Alfred Wallace
Texas
W.A. Wallace
James McCall
E. E. Hixon
Robert Porter
Dalbart
George McWilliams
Babe Stoy
Link Stoy
Will Stoy
Odon
Infant Katherine Tusll Dies After stomach illness
Katherine Tusll infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Tusll died at 16 Vinieonnes Avenue Monday night after a stomach trouble. The baby was fourteen months old.
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Katherine
Afra
Joseph Tusll
Howe
Viniéonnes “Avenue
May endorse Bryan at Democratic convention
Detroit August 4 proposed resolutions endorse W J Bryan and the National Democratic convention delegates. The plan aims to back Bryan with backing from the Afro American Brotherhood and other delegates. A lively debate is expected at the meeting with local clergy views cited.
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Mich
W. J
National Democratic
Aitompsioui Brotherhood of Team
Veil
Indorae
Bryan
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