Floods and fires blot Independence Day across cites
Reports from New York, Dallas and Paris recount disaster and loss on July 5. Texas floods drown hundreds and cause about fifteen million dollars in damage. Fireworks injuries reported nationwide. Harvard and Yale athletes depart for England amid large crowds. The Figaro prints letters about Dreyfus case and ex judge Beaupaire’s money.
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Neesha valley floods after heavy rain in Humbolt Kansas
July 5 report from Humbolt Kansas describes twenty four hours of rain flooding the Neesha valley with sx feet of water. Wheat fields damaged and Falmer Brady drowned while saving stock. Fears of food shortage compared to 1865 amid widespread loss.
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Yankee Student Wins Damond Scull Heat
Henry June 5 reports B Howell won the first heat of the damond scull race defeating Bright of Toronto. Howell is a Yankee student at Cambridge.
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Surgeon Paul Clendenin Dies in Matvac, July 5
A War Department dispatch from Manila reports surgeon Paul Clendenin died last evening in Manila. The casualty details indicate he succumbed to illness while serving in the hospital unit during the campaign. The report confirms his death and notes his wartime service.
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Explosion at Osecula Mine Kills One in Jumet
In Jumet Michigan on July 6, nineteen sticks of dynamite exploded at the bottom of the Osecula Mine. John Dickley was killed and several others were seriously injured. Mine Inspector Hall opened an investigation into the disaster's cause.
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Hatfield in Kentucky Mountains Surrounded by Posse
A posse of twenty five under Sheriff Keeie closed in on Elias Hatfield and his allies in a mountain gulch in the Kentucky highlands. Rumors of a fight circulate as Hatfield's group remains entrenched while bloodhounds track the pursuit.
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Kentucky Nomination Report Shows 1157 GOP Delegated Votes
Louisville July 5 Attorney General Taylor announced that counting delegates from county conventions yields 1157 instructed votes for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. Brussels July 5 unknown assailants shattered every window in the Premier's Anderlsche residence. Saratoga July 5 Bishop Newman’s death is reported imminent as Dr. Strong issues a bulletin deeming the patient near death.
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Ten New Regiments Authorized by War Department
Washington July 6 Orders issued to enlist ten regiments of infantry U S Volunteers. Names and locations include Twenty sixth at Plattsburg barracks Twenty seventh at Camp Meade Pa Twenty eighth Camp Meade Pa Twenty ninth Fort McPherson Ga Thirtieth Fort Sheridan Ill Thirty first Fort Thomas Ky Thirty second Fort Leavenworth Kans Thirty third Fort Sam Houston Tex Thirty fourth Logan Colo Thirty fifth Vancouver Barracks Washington.
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Yellow Fever Aboard Transport Arrives at Quarantine
The transport McClellan has reached quarantine and reports three cases of yellow fever aboard.
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Walson’s Glorious Fourth Speech and Town Celebrations
A Wilson Fourth of July parade and events unfold despite rain. Francis D. Winston delivers a three-part address praising unity after the Spanish American War and endorsing constitutional reform. Races, a Wilson win over Tarboro 5–0, and a large evening lawn party close the day, led by Jesse L. Mayo and coordinated by A. B. Holland.
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Winston Elected President of Agricultural and Mechanical College
Raleigh July 6 George T Winston won on the second ballot to become president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College trustees also adopted a resolution opening the college to women. A textile department head is expected to be elected today. Lectures by the state geologist on roads and road building were provided. Medical fee fixed at 4 dollars plus 50 cents for nursing and food per term.
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Brazos River Flood Worsens Death Toll Likely Millions In Loss
Galveston reports Brazos river floods spread up to fifteen miles with at least two hundred deaths feared and damage in the millions. Railroads suspend service as waterways flood twenty five thousand square miles. Governor Sayers requests military aid and rations for relief. A steel bridge over the Brazos is reported safe in updates.
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Spanish Prisoners Not Released by Aguinaldo Fight
Manila July 6 Spanish prisoners remain not released after talks with Aguinaldo. Commissioners report American prisoners held by insurgents sent to Vigan and Ilocos Norte on Luzon’s northwest coast.
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Martial law to day expected after Barcelona riot
London July 6 reports say Barcelona riot violence continued with mobs stoning shops and clashing with gendarmes. Gendarmes fired on attackers wounding three officers and many rioters. eighteen arrests anticipated as martial law to be proclaimed today.
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Columbia to sail on trial race with good conditions
New York on June 5 reports the Columbia, the American cup defender, will start its trial race promptly on time. Conditions for a fine race are described as very good at present.
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