Man Burned to Death in Jail Fire at Rockford
At Rockford Washington on July 4 inmate Peterson, drunk and disorderly, set fire to his straw mattress in a jail cell. The flames spread through iron bars as guards struggled to reach him. Constable Bothan was burned while attempting to assist. The inmate died from extensive burns. the body was charred beyond recognition. It is believed Peterson hoped to escape by arson.
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Wash
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Bothan
Bome Boye
Peters Son
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Peterson
Convention Sees Ex Governor Lead Faction From Colorado
A faction at a Colorado convention expelled ex governor from Arayaho county and named him to lead a delegation to St Louis. Delegates to the Louis convention listed, while the platform denounced loyalty to the party system and urged silver coinage. The opposing faction held a separate convention backing the ex governor for the St Louis march.
Senator James and Jones Discuss Silver Democrat Unity
Nevada Senator James and Nevada figure Jonh P. Jones arrive in Chicago on July 4 and urge unity among silver democrats free silver and populists. Jones says a single silver man who can unite all factions is preferred and warns against nominating two candidates to avoid division.
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Chicago
Jonh P. Jones
Nevada
Secre
St Louisa
Democratic Party
Benular Janes
Altgeld
Chicago convention and the single man named for support
A fragment notes a group in Chicago planned to publish a manifesto urging support for a single man as the party nominee. The text argues that a Democratic candidate would fracture the party and harm its unity.
Copper City Stakes Headlines Copper City Track Day
Anaconda Montana July 4 crowd of about 11 000 witnessed the Copper City Stakes a quarter handicap with 1200 to the winner and 80 to place. Kinsey trained Brown Bik won the final heat while Antima Jeffries took the float heat and Keating led wins in several events. Time recorded near 2 10 with multiple horses named in the large program events.
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Antima
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Steve
Keating
Bert Carlye Cume
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Wilton
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Agureat
Leonard) Jeond
Monten Wilkes
Tom Johnsies
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Laily Acto
Journeyman
Kinney
Tum Lam
Pourth Raen
Dara
Raindrop
Kiening
Peters
Comrade
Chaney
Martins
At. I
Illinois Delegates Rally Behind Silver Nomination
Illinois delegates press for a free silver platform and favor William Jennings Bryan as Democratic nominee. They argue for anti intervention and oppose strong central action, insisting the party unite around a silver standard and anti war stance.
Paris Grand Prix Opens With Strong American Presence
The Grand Prix bicycle event in Paris began amid heavy American participation and mixed results. French champion Anoquetin lost in the first heat by a wheel while Kiser and Jacquelin led the early stages. observers noted the Grand Prix as a premier European cycling contest and outlined the event’s prestigious status in the sport.
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Paris
LGW
Amertonna
Kiser
Anoquetin
Kine
Jacquelin
Hin van
Coverné
Europe
Iin Winder
Poorman Mine Locator Frank Bell Linked to Train Injury
Fragmentary report recalls July excursion near Waltnes Itahio where Frank Well, intoxicated, stepped into a train. He fell against cars, suffered a cut and was thrown onto the crack. Bell, a southern French native said to be about seven years old, was noted as an old-timer in the Coeur d'Alene region and tied to the Poorman mine locator group.
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Itahio
Mullan
Frank
Bell
Aouthern
France
Coeur d
Spate Convention Nominates Governor Candidate Of Nationa Party
In StookArk July convention of the newly organized national party met in session yesterday and nominated a candidate for governor and a slate of presidential electors. JW Miller of Arkansas was nominated for governor. A platform favored prohibition and demanded the free unlimited and independent coinage of silver at the ratio of 18 to 1. Strong emphasis on both state and national issues.
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Little Stook
Ark
National Party
Eyhaleo Veeput
Port Hentey
Nebraska
JW. Miller
Arkanas
Movertor
Demnarndi
Ie Democratic Organization
Nth
Via
Denmceatic Org
Vesti Waibaln
Wimner Tome
Chileno
Bevil
Jing
Bargali
Hue Hori
Une Democratty
Syranind
Warner Miller
Hupinen
Escape of Dalton gang prisoners in Guthrie vault riot
A chaotic escape at Guthrie involved Dalton gang members Doolin Dynamite Dick and others overpowering guards. Deputies were killed, a dramatic breakout left two revolvers and a wine bottle found, and only one deputy reportedly pursued the fugitives before capture by Lightman.
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Fam Doolin
Dynamite Dicky Lee Taek
Dalton Nane
Mir Whale
BH Doolin
Dynamite Dick
Charles Montgomery
Jim Binck
Walt Martin
IL Crittenden
Kit
Kaw
George Kane
Kit Phillips
Henry Irving
WH Jones
Nix
Lachie Hart
Willan
Widlkoner
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Ty Lightman
Doolin
Duphit
Prinonern
Anxious Delegates Head to Convention for Nomination
Delegates including W A Clark of Montana and Benetor Ves of Mississippi arrived in Chicago seeking a strong ticket. Senator Viot planned to speak at the station while discussions focused on securing support for a presidential candidate. The convention faces pressure over Teller’s nomination and party unity amid anxious maneuvers.
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Benetor Ves
Mixsour
W. A. Clark
Manina
Viot
Bir Chinketh
Teller
Coll Nokle
Declination Cause Sparks at New York Convention
Fragmentary report shows Marylin Deleanien Hive and Charles C. Crotherer amid a rift at the Chiargo convention. The dispute involves resignation to Chairman Talbot, a potential bolt by a minority faction, and calls for a new vote or convention to resolve leadership.
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Falaare
Talbot
Eael Tate
Charles C. Crothere
Coronation Fury Echoes in White County Trial
A fragment describes a fatal wound during a disturbance in Roxsland Texas. Althea White died from a knife wound allegedly inflicted by McGregor. Preliminary trial set for this afternoon before Massacrate Newton. commitment for trial.
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Mancunian Delegation Arrives to Meet Governor and Congressman
A foreign delegation reached the state capital in the evening and joined Governor Thuwanl and Congressman Zohn. One delegate, Jintge Corcaryn, expressed cautious resolve amid tense talks, noting the division's plan to bolt if negotiations stalled.
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Thanet
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Soleil
Respectful hearing on Teller leadership in Chicago
In Chicago on a July evening a Republican gathering held a lengthy discussion advocating a systematic effort before arrivals of cenies. Senators Lubois Pettigrew Con ian Towne and the Louisiana delegation argued for uniting into Teller's leadership. The debate lasted over an hour with arguments presented and some rivals reassessing the position.
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Je Iesak
Governor McKinney Plans Brief Canton Visit
Governor Sainley traveled to Canton while Aly K-McKinney attended a Trinity Lutheran service led by Dr Bunasllt. The governor contemplated a one day absence from Canton during the Fourth of July period, with a likely departure to Cleveland and potential meeting with Mr Hanna.
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Governor McKinney
Clevehead
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Picture From Cleveland Headquarters War Photo Debacle
A fragment describes a photo at New York headquarters featuring a Cleveland portrait being held aloft during a delegation event. The scene includes concerns about the portrait falling and mentions a later Chicago meeting where Willard Harrity was elected to the national committee and named delegation chairman.
Candidate for Attorney General May Be Presented at Convention
A potential nominee for the attorney general post could be presented at the August National Convention. The candidate, associated with the Espined Btater, may face a tough confirmation and could be positioned at the top of the ticket under the Clintonite administration.
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Chicago
Augustay M Garland
Blackburn Club members sail to Chicago excursion
Over 10 members of the Blackburn Club of Lexington travel toward Chicago with more than 100 excursionists joining. The group heads to Chicago to boost local business and the MrTown boom as they depart from Cincinnati Dar.
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Blackburn Club
Lexington
EdwaKe
Tucworth Chit
Cincinnati
Chicago
Fourth of July Celebration Sparks Fire Alarm at Oregonian Building
Portland July Fourth festivities produce a panic as fireworks ignite a large Oregonian building display. Fire department responds to the blaze with alarms. no material damage in the end.
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Wallamette
Oregonian
Trom Tower
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Tre Department
Butte Warvices
Don
Tragic Murder in Cavedale Sparks Robbery Motive
In Cavedale William Broder found dead with throat cut and robbed. Mrs Broder, 21, was assaulted and slain. The hired man, a market gardener, left at home by Brode, is under investigation as detectives search for suspects. Fifty neighbors help in the search for the killer as the community reels.
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Cavedale
Broder
Brode
Willan Haas
Lowe
Pennower Makes a Candidacy Note in Oregon Delegation
The report describes Lane Amy, presumed presidential nominee support by the Oregon delegation, with references to political maneuvers, unclear names, and forthcoming arrivals of political club members and officials. It notes votes from Ojo and the District of Columbia and mentions an inauguration event amid active campaign efforts.
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Hugh Wiive
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Derek
Murder Trial Report From Farm Ville Case
A damaged notice reports the murder of Mrs Pollard on June 14 at Farm Ville Indiana and names a condemned man Cuimed to War Nor the Murderer Formelie and i Bolemon Marah as alleged. Three other women are mentioned in unclear terms amid a mid morning event.
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Jane Pollard
Pollard
Mary
Unclear OCR Confusion on Local Election Endorsements
Fragmentary text describes possible political aligned votes around a Chicago area district. Mentions Tina Momo Negation, Tele Chicago, and a figure named Teller, with references to a detegation trot Moniata and a health quarter opening at Lie auditorim annex. Context and specifics are damaged.
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LW. A. Chark
Matis
Moniata
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Healt Quariier
Lie Auditorim Annex
Benator ‘Teller
Won Princess of Wales Stakes at Newmarket
The race on the one mile course saw Won PrIncesn of Wallin triumph for the 4 year old filly with BL Frusquin finishing half a length back. Peraimn and the Duke of Westminster's Recrot followed in close order with strong showings.
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Mrunquin
Convention called by Chairman Marrity in Chicago
The Oromatior Chairman Marrity will call the convention in order and rule on speeches before selecting a temporary chairman. By then, ten rules will be adopted to govern the convention. Marrity gathers the national committee and forms the temporary chairmanship setup.
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Chicago
Hurrity
Chalomie
Cotton mill closure plan prompts signatures in Fall River
The Fall River committee of the Ark Wheat Club seeks to sign an agreement to close the cotton mill during July and August, reporting over 14,000 signatures. Senator Taller has accepted an invitation to speak at the dedication of a pavilion tomorrow night in Denver.
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Debates Over Free Silver Stir in New York Rural Counties
The New York Herald reports rural counties including Chemung, Tioga and Jefferson shifting toward free silver agitation. Farmers pressure Republican and Democratic factions as June primaries loom, with farmers and supporters split over monetary policy and tariff implications. The piece notes Watertown and surrounding counties showing strong free silver sentiment and party realignments shaping the state’s political landscape.
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Bland specs al Ui veers to Chicago after parade
July 6 report from Bland shows a five inch procession decorated with banners and flags moving toward Chicago. Officials and delegations offered congratulations as Bland’s band and contingents departed by special trains for the city amid patriotic displays and cheers.
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National Democratic National Committee Meeting Preview
The temporary organization of the convention plans a meeting to prepare a temporary roll of delegates. A subcommittee will convene at 2 o clock to discuss the arrangements. Delegates from various states and the committee members will attend to select a leadership slate and set the agenda for the forthcoming convention.
Boles Campaign Sees Encouraging Scout Reports
Campaign managers report encouraging news from scouts who toured delegations. They claim Hotes shows strength, that two-thirds rule will fall, and that Bly Bland may be blocked by southern bloc opposition.
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Isoermiss
Hotes
Bland
Kentpocky Por Silver Feature Sparks Rural Debate
John J. Regan, once W ily city attorney and partner of Congressman Hyde, returns to Kentucky for a short visit. He predicts Kentpocky will back a silver measure by a 96,000 vote margin, noting strong bipartisan support and unity among the backers.
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Hyde
Kentucky
Pont
Ailver
Toralee
Ailivatx
Indiana
Canadians Celebrate Fourth of July in Chicago Demonstration
Canadian American residents in Chicago gathered around 322 W Lackman on July 4 to celebrate the nation’s day with feasting and a demonstration. The event, organized by the Canadian American League, aimed to promote naturalization and civic participation among Americans. Several thousand attended the observance and parade, reflecting cross border ties and shared patriotism.
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Ile Win
Visitors at Capital City for International Christian Endeavor
About 900 visitors are expected in Washington for the 18th International Christian Endeavor convention. The event kicks off Wednesday with opening ceremonies and runs for several days, drawing attendees from multiple regions.
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