Train wreck at White Sulphur Springs kills many
A westbound passenger train wrecked near White Sulphur Springs, causing numerous deaths and injuries. The rear coaches collapsed, many passengers crushed, and responders worked all day to recover bodies and tend survivors. The full toll included dozens killed or severely wounded, with officials advancing the casualty count as details remained irregular.
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Selphur Springs
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Eleves
Cowie Weis
War Prep Rally Sparks Eight Hour Movement Anew
Reports from December 28 indicate renewed push by labor groups led by the National Haildere Association in St Louis for an eight hour workday and potential escalation if employers resist. Other items note Atlantic steamship delays due to storms, oil strikes at Burning Springs, and local incidents in West Virginia and Washington with public notices and minor crimes.
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Haildere’ Association
St Loui
Umih
Basid
Verdict Reached in Cronin Conspirators Case
The Chicago Herald outlines the jury’s heated progress in the Cronin case with Clarke as foreman and Culver resisting, detailing ballots, debates, and eventual life sentences after a complex sequence of guilty votes and penalties. Wilkinson, a Baltimore heir, attempted a crime in New Castle, Pa.
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Baltimore
New Csetle
Mob lynches eight prisoners after courthouse raid
A mob of hundreds raided Barnwell Court House at 2 am and overpowered the jailer. They removed eight Black prisoners accused of murder, including Ripley Johnson and Mitchell Adame, and shot them dead outside town. The jailer was tied and forced to accompany the lynchers as townspeople gathered. More trouble was anticipated.
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Twilst Barnwell Court House
Ripley Johnson
Mitchell Adame
Hy Merman
Martin
New Railroad Heads Toward Maps With Major Backing
The Fell more and Ohio Southwestern Railway will soon appear on maps to supplant the Cincinnati Washington and Baltimore line. Corporators include Judson Harmon Edward W. Strong John F. Winlow W E Jones and Edward Colston. Baltimore and Ohio holds a majority stake. Capital stock stands at 5 million dollars. Jan 1 the new company takes control and Jan 2 Columbus holds a stockholders meeting to vote on the Columbus and Cincinnati Midland road. General officers remain with strong B and O connections.
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Fellmore and Ohio Southwestern Railway
Cincinnati
Washington
W. W. Peabody
Baltimore and Ohio
Central Ohio Railroad Company
Baltimore and Ohio Aystem
Columbus
Columbus and Cincinnati Midland Road
Far-Reaching Grippe Surge Across Cities In Decade
In Boston New York and Chicago reports show a sharp rise in deaths from bronchial and pulmonary diseases linked to the grippe. NYC records 141 pneumonia deaths in a week, 131 phthisis, and 763 total deaths. officials warn the disease spreads despite official neglect. Boston sees a high weekly death count of 234. Paris and other cities report influenza cases and public alarm. Notable cases include the death of John Temple von Coolidge in Boston, and a Chicago case tying to acute influenza.
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Department
Health Department
New York
Brooklyn Balien
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Health Bureau
John A. Aingells
Wriglin Lake
Rowsina
Heattls
Wickersbom
Marti Wre
Manrinsinga
George M. Bowers
Cleveland Democrats Rally Foran Plans Nation Remonstrance
A large Cleveland meeting at ex Congressman Martin A Foran’s office formed a 16 member general committee with Foran as chair to organize the campaign. Three-member executive and finance panels were named, and Judge Blandin was chosen to chair an address to Democratic voters defining the remonstrance and its rationale. A state convention may be called in Columbus around January to oppose Brice at the election.
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Columbus
Brice
Kline
Lhta
Foran
David Rapkus
Knights of Tabor
Democratic Party
Scandal and political turmoil cross Atlantic headlines
Reports from New York and London recount колонial scandal linked to Parnell era through Capt O'Shea and Mary O'Shea alongside Brazil protest against naturalization moves. Detailing European and Brazilian reactions, the text notes O'Shea’s alleged influence, Parnell's marital intrigues, and ongoing power struggles within the Home Rule movement, with further notes on imperial intrigues and military incidents abroad.
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Chaning
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Rigger
Healy
the Redmounty
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O'Shea
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Maya
O'Shinn
Two Dakotas Face Budget Crisis and Closures
December reports show Governor Mellette warning South Dakota may close institutions to cover shortfalls as the state grapples with a fiscal deficit. North Dakota conditions are steadier, but economy remains essential. Also noted: Roberts v Keaney case at Montana court, challenging State canvassing results and certificates of election.
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Roberts
Legit Lture
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Wita
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O'Shea Faces Divorce Suit Over Adultery Link to Parnell
Capt. O'Shea MP filed for divorce from Mira O'Shea alleging adultery with Charles Stewart Parnell during 1916 to petition date. The case cites interviews and a history of the couple's relationship, referencing public figures and noted political tensions surrounding Parnell and Irish leadership.
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