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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1896
Page
4
Eyewitness accounts describe a fatal crash amid a crowded line, with bodies recovered from overturned cars and a scene of chaos as rescuers and bystanders attempt to aid the injured. Survivors recall the wreck, the delay of relief, and the harrowing search for missing passengers while authorities inspect the wreckage and begin investigations.
A fragmentary and mistyped report lists identified victims and injured from a wreck near Atlantic City July 3 and 4. It names several deceased including Fillie Lands and Daniel May, and notes numerous injured people with towns such as Camden Bridgeton Yorktown and Philadelphia as origins. Other names appear with unclear spellings, reflecting OCR errors.
A fragmented report from Indianapolis details chaotic conditions and weather impacts. The piece references officials, rail disruptions, and a weather station tally with scattered names and events, highlighting November weather effects and public concerns.
An undefined editorial fragment discusses governor race dynamics in Covur d Alene and Washington territory. It notes Democratic and populist factions considering fusion strategies and lists candidates Ben Morrin Philly Reagan and Major Woods, with references to nomination and a potential Supreme Court/Representative outcome. The piece mentions Robert H Melbare and local towns, presenting a murky snapshot of early party maneuvering.
A severe storm and heat wave caused injuries and power disruptions this afternoon. Four people were hospitalized after a wreck, with no fatalities among known victims. names include Totlaw Coppandage and Mrs Collins, plus an unnamed man and woman. William Gable was found dead at his home this morning.
Clipped dispatch from Montana and Washington describes a wild chase and a public sensation as two men Moore and Wer are held on $300 bond in Colfax for armed robbery and murder related to an incident involving Olphant & Co. Extradition from Spokane is noted with trial set for August 7. Authorities report confusion and tension during the events in Missoula and surrounding areas.
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