Bride To Be Doubly Disappointed As Missing Groom
A Chicago bride to be, Mrs. Mary Burkett, endures heartbreak as Mr. Chapman vanishes again just before a hoped for wedding. Police investigators and neighbors relay stories of a chloroform incident and a morning reunion after a prior disappearance. The groom’s second absence unsettles plans for a Tuesday ceremony and unsettles Burkett’s circle as they fear further delays.
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Men of Pennsylvania to Emulate Coxey Movement
Four Pittsburgh business men nonpartisanly plan a Washington trip to protest Congress action or inaction on tariffs and to press for prompt relief from political uncertainty. They aim to present business grievances and urge a swift tariff decision to boost economic conditions. Wealthy Democratic leaders join the effort, highlighting Western Pennsylvania interests and the push for action in Washington.
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Pitteborg
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Prankster
Aldge
Panmsylvania
He von Apie
Neighbor shot in land quarrel ends in death
Joseph Cook shot and killed Jona Keller over an acre dispute four miles north of Kalama. After the first miss, the second shot struck Keller as he ran away. Cook, with a bad reputation and bond issues, surrendered in Kalama. The incident follows a long feud between the neighbors and a history of trouble.
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Katina
Joseph Cook
Jona Keller
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Abe
Kalama
Missing broker Ben O'Fallon Clark feared murdered
Br. Loum June 15. Clark, a well known broker on change, has been missing since Sunday. Friends say he could have made considerable money lately and always carried a large roll. Fears he has been murdered.
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Br. Loum
Ben O'Fallon Clark
A Lady Elgin Story Tubes Through Lake Michigan Tragedy
A historical account recalls the Lady Elgin disaster on Lake Michigan with hundreds aboard. The wreck, remembered as a somber maritime tragedy, highlighted rescue efforts and lasting impact on Chicago and Milwaukee seafaring history.
The Lady Elgin Disaster and Related Vignettes
A long fragment recounts the 1860 Lake Michigan disaster of the Lady Elgin, its collision with the Augusta, and the loss of many passengers. It recalls Harman memories, rescue efforts, and the wreck’s enduring public memory, alongside assorted social observations and minor notices from the era.
Monument Erected At Washingtons Headquarters Site
Historic spot marked by the Sons of the Revolution with a monument foundation stone laid near Washingtons headquarters on the Hudson. Chauncey M. Depew presided with Vice President Stevenson and General Horace Porter addressing, Navy Secretary present. Stevenson hailed history and the June 14 anniversary as fitting for the ceremony.
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Stevenson
Washington
Stars and Stripes
Parlor Car Unearthed After 1889 Flood Trench Find
Workmen uncover a buried parlor car traced to the ill fated day express at Cone Hi amid flood debris. Further searches may reveal bodies. W Fival, president of a large arena house, offers Webster Iowa details after a Friday morning jail fire. He was locked up for.
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Cone- Hi
Elevator Men Defeat on Board of Trade Grain Rule
Chicago elevator men lost a hot vote on the Board of Trade as the rule would bar future grain trades by warehouse receipts after day one. The 69 to 49 decision prompted an emergency caucus at the Insurance Exchange with Armour Nelson and other leaders present as they debated next steps.
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Shelf of church turmoil and travels in 19th century news
June reports from South Beach Grove and nearby towns show Rev. Abraham Lincoln Shear leading a faction into a grove after service against his Congregational church. A Brooklyn preacher filled the pulpit as law and constable presence kept peace, while 9000 Wesleys march reportedly head toward Dexter. Cleveland plans a Chesapeake outing to regain health, and miners in Beinburg vote for a strike amid wage cuts.
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Cleveland
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Evans
Hubbard
Scotch Miner's Federation
Beinburg
General News Notes Summary of incidents and trials
Arrests, trials, and incidents across states are reported. Richard Nagle faces charges after a switch opening derailed a Mobile and Ohio train in Illinois. A Bay City, Michigan man’s slander case delays a trial. A preacher’s status is disputed by local clergy. A coal rate debate arises from a North Dakota attorney general opinion. Dr H C Meyer sentenced for poisoning in New York. Kalamazoo school trustee race results show A P A winning by a narrow margin. Assault charges place a man in jail in Marshall, South Dakota. Bank leaders face trial in Independence, Missouri. Panama conflagration reports are clarified. Floral tributes mark Sir John A. MacDonald’s Kingston grave. A new Lutheran organization forms in the TriCities. A young attorney drowns in Iowa. Modern Woodmen members plan to attend a national gathering. Pastors receive new appointments. Counterfeiters sentenced in Des Moines. A railroad trestle fire is blamed on incendiaries. Gas stove explosions burn two women in Kansas City. A man dies from a gate accident in Wisconsin. A farmer jailed for fence operation. A pipe-laying worker dies in Wisconsin. Missionary convention ongoing in Titole. Robbery and assault sentences occur in Galena and Joliet. Fever epidemic causes multiple deaths in Steubenville. Fire destroys businesses in Purdy. Public rhetoric urges voting and civic duty amid broader unrest.
Slain by a Burglar at Ransom Whitmore Shot Dead
In Ransom Illinois two burglars shot and killed E. Whitmore, a leading La Salle County merchant, as he moved toward them with a iron object. The pair fled in a hired Gray horse and buggy from Savage's livery in Streator. A village posse scoured ten miles without success. descriptions were circulated within 100 miles. Rumors of arrests at Dwight and Cornell reached the area.
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Armor Plate Frauds Highlight Congressional Hearing
Former Carnegin worker Charles Sill testified on June 15 about fake armor plate reports. Superintendent Kline allegedly altered drafts to meet contract specs, with Sill noting red ink changes and tabbed notes. Sill claimed 75 to 90 percent of work was fake and received six thousand dollars as an informer. A New York paper district fire caused over 200000 in damage same day. A convict named Pred Robinson escaped and was shot dead after refusing to halt.
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Kline
Sill
Kine
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Record Breaker Wilbur Edwarde Sets New One Eighth Mile Mark
Wilbur Edwarde of the Ganlen City Cycle club yesterday broke the world record for one eighth of a mile, completing the run in 10 acres and two of bos second, beating the former record by a margin of eleven.
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Wilbur J. Edwarde
Ganlen City
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