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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1916
Page
1
A long, fragmented clipping reports increases in deaths by violence across Iowa and the United States. It notes many cases by gunshot and accident, with figures on total deaths, agents, and a notable incident of self harm linked to grief over a baby’s death. It references an estate dispute settled to avert litigation and names several individuals and places involved in the case.
A judge ruled that a chattel mortgage does not transfer dissolution of bulk sales law. The case involved Pred C. Sparks, owner of a newspaper, and details show a receivership petition and questions of validity of bulk sale provisions. The decision, made by Judge Willett, centers on the treatment of a mortgage in a bankruptcy or insolvency context and whether it affects bulk sale requirements.
The Iowa County justice of the peace is accused of accepting monthly bribes to overlook illegal gambling and permit beer and whiskey sales. Sheriff deputies investigated after a tip from an Italian miner, Towle Yussetta, who provided damaging testimony. The case led to ouster proceedings and a bribery indictment, with further details unclear due to damaged text.
The Webster county road board proposes classifying county and township roads into primary and secondary grids to secure federal aid. About 104000 miles exist with 16000 in county systems. up to one third could be placed on the primary route list for immediate surfacing, with federal funding covering about 66 percent of approved projects. Local officials must present a definite statewide plan and project outlines for Washington to consider aid and reimbursements.
Des Moines, Ta Op 24. The Supreme Court affirmed a $300 damages verdict to F. O. Okin against Madison County over a bad bridge approach between Dex Meines and Winterset. The court noted 24 bottles of beer were in the car but unconsumed, saying presence of unopened beer did not affect the vehicle as consumption by a driver would.
Des Moines records reveal Walter O'Donnell, a taxi driver, indicted for manslaughter in the September 26 death of Marence Wilkins after a reckless vehicle incident. The case marks a historic first for the county and city. Other regional reports note Keokuk gas plant deaths, a Rock Rapids assault case, Buck Grove fatality, and related preliminary hearings.
Dozens of paralysis victims seek treatment under the Perkins law at the University of Iowa hospital. Immediate care offers hope of recovery for many, with around sixty percent of the treated patients showing paralysis prior issues. About 400 children have received treatment since the Perkins act began, and most cases involve paralysis, tubercular trouble, or congenital deformities, with potential long term benefits from the new program.
Scrambled OCR notes describe a petty swindle affecting dozens of women at a western Iowa event. Mentions of Whiting Bank, horse shows, and related entries hint at a 1916 era county fair with theft claims, dates, and competing exhibitors.
Maurice O Connor, democratic candidate for superintendent, was ruled insane by the county insanity commission after wife Mrs Connor filed for divorce. Tests and witnesses were limited as an appeal to the district court is planned. a custodian will guard him pending the appeal. Connor, a lawyer by birth, has ties to Senator Kenyon and lived in Harrison county.
A two day tractor plowing test at Iowa State College, conducted by the agricultural engineering department, reports plowing costs at 1.60 per acre based on kerosene and labor. Results include field lengths, furrow distances, and time allocations, with comprehensive data on tractor plowing operations.
A garbled report notes alleged law violations by auditors tied to zeal in pursuits of veterans' benefits. It mentions a hunting incident with a fatality and confusing references to lawsuits and authorities. The text is fragmentary, with named places and people obscured.
An Eastern Star gathering in Cedar Rapids proceeds with officers reporting on standing committees and intrachapter business. The scene focuses on incumbents, routine motions, and the ceremonial format as members participate in the ongoing meeting.
In a cryptic note, ATHNG outlines plans to move a 1500 person unit, with Wakeed and Italy cited as key steps. Officials discuss the proposed transfer as part of a broader strategic shift, detailing timelines and responsible divisions.
The Hanover Mercantile Association joins other Flanover groups to remove women from postwar positions in stores and counting rooms. The agreement restricts openings to men, blocks informing women of vacancies, and bars below standard pay from being advertised. A new wage scale sets under 18 at 80 marks, 18–20 at 1,080, and over 20 at 1,200.
Petrograd reports Russia charges that China violated the 188% treaty by allowing an American firm, Sleng-Carey LOM NY of St. Paul, to extend the Kalgun railway north of Chowall, alleging Peking agencies fostered action undermining Russian interests.
Washington DC area and regions across the Upper Mississippi Valley to Maine expect fair to occasionally rainy or snowy conditions. A temperature drop is forecast with moderate warmth early in the week followed by a colder trend by Wednesday. Rocky Mountain areas may see light snow Tuesday and Wednesday with lingering cold afterward.
Paris reports an air dropped bomb killed the Kaiser era train engineer aboard the German imperial train. Information from Bern Switzerland notes Emperor William had been at Lapaume on the Somme front overseeing preliminaries for a counter offensive. The speaker praised troops for months of fighting and a Berlin visit with the chancellor was reported along with police at Poterna.
Hilveston Tex October 28 The totalline of Badle Wack adopted daughter of the late William Black came here from Abingdon Illinois where she is attending Hedding college and testify in the trial of John Copellind charged with killing Black It was expected the transcript would begin during the day There was a chance that it would reach the jury tonight Sadie Wack is said to be suffering from heart disease she came
In Germany a new industrial council forms linking producers, trade unions, and regional groups to shield output and restore trade with partners abroad. The assembly vows to create a united front with employers and labor associations, aiming to revive commerce and secure German industry against wartime disruption.
Washiteraw reports Formidable Army 37 in Chihuahua City vicinity with forces reinforced from the south. Official advices indicate troops under Trevino Carranzinony and Imiunder have arrived. ammunition from a government arsenal supplies the southern units.
London signals a shift in policy as Britain to ease up on blacklists in response to American views on commercial neutrality. The British note, received at the state department, discusses right to blacklist and potential removal of others. Both nations seek diplomatic clarity on whether owner motive of goods is neutral or belligerent in wartime trade.
The presciential candidate B Hughes narrowly escaped death when an automobile backed toward a train at a station. The car, unseen as Hughes spoke, halted just before impact, allowing him to avoid a collision. Spectators observed the scene as officials investigated the incident.
A report from the Oct 28 meeting of the Congress of Surgeons describes a painless bloodless head tumor removal using nerve blocking and injected anesthesia. Technique involved nerve blockade, sedation, and arterial collapse via a rubber band and metal clips to render the patient insensible during the procedure.
Fragmentary note lists names such as Celie Raphi and Peter Rapin amid unclear details of an accident at Grinnell College Health and Safety. Readable items include mentions of injured individuals and a vehicular or campus incident with unspecified location and outcome.
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