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Akron Register Tribune

Location

Akron, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1905

Page

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Akron publishers Round and Smith statement

The Akron Register-Gritune announces Round and Smith as publishers.

Round & Smith, Publishers

Grand Duke Sergius Slayer Isaleieff Sentenced to Death

Isa leieff, blamed for killing Grand Duke Sergius, was sentenced by the supreme court in Moscow to death. He declared he is a prisoner of war, not a criminal, and maintained no plea. Only court entourage and counsel were present. his mother waited outside.

Sergius Moscow Nleieff Supreme Court Grand Duke Isaleieff Deire Scheglovitoff Department of Cassation Senate Waleieff Revolutionary Committee Katlieff

More Men Go To Work In Rome Rail Strike

Rome reports show the state railroad strike against government rules easing as more workers return Tuesday, enabling recapture of suspended trains. Mrs White wife of the American ambassador and daughter were stranded in Lucerne, while Mrs Meyer at St Petersburg and family cannot reach their destination. J Pierpont Morgan, slated to depart Rome Wednesday, delays departure to Friday.

Rome White Lucerne Switzerland Meyer St. Petersburg J. Pierpont Morgan

Shoots Wife and Self in Philadelphia Turmoil

Edward Smeders, part of Edna May's School Girl company, shot his wife Bessie Davis Dale in a quarrel and also attempted suicide. Both were seriously wounded. Davis Dale, from Hebron Nebraska, uses her stage name Bessie Dale. Smeders, who reportedly adopts different names, refused to identify himself or explain the incident.

Philadelphia Edward Smeders Edna May Bessie Davis Hebron Neb Bessie Dale Smeders

Santa Fe workers cut staffing as Greeks hired amid strike

In Topeka Irian Greek workers filled Santa Fe shops Tuesday morning as boiler makers went out on strike, reducing visible regulars by ten or twelve. The scene shows replacements taking the place of striking crews during the morning whistle.

Topeka Irian Santa Fe

Antwerp Chamber Backs Gov Scheme For Vast Wharf System

The Antwerp chamber of commerce unanimously approves a government scheme to build a vast wharf system, aiming to make the port the world’s largest. The project is estimated to cost 40 million dollars and will be swiftly submitted to parliament for approval.

Antwerp Chamber of Commerce

Nan Patterson Attends Tombs Service Before Trial

Nan Patterson, awaiting a second murder trial for Caesar Young, the bookmaker, attended religious services at the Tombs on Sunday. It was her first prison church visit since the tragedy in June.

New York Caesar Young Nan” Patterson

Gas Buoy Explosion Kills One on Scout

Kingston Ont reports a gas buoy being filled on government steamer Scout exploded Tuesday afternoon. One sailor was killed and four injured, with two likely to die. The crew manning the buoy suffered the blast during operations aboard the Scout.

Kingston Ont Scout

Stockton man kills brother then takes own life

In Stockton California William Mohr, son of farmer William Mohr of the San Joaquin Valley, fatally shot his brother George with a rifle on Tuesday and then killed himself, ending in a gunfire tragedy attributed to a quarrel.

Stockton Cal William Mohr Willian Mohr San Joaquin Villey George

Reward for Kintop Murderers in St Paul

Gov Johnson offers a $500 reward for the capture of Annie Kintop murderers after she was outraged and killed near Little Falls on Monday. The case prompts police and public appeals for information, aiming to bring those responsible to justice.

Kintop St. Paul Minin Johnson Har Annie Kintop Little Palla

Sioux City Stock Market Quotation Brief

Sioux City stock market quotations for Tuesday list cattle prices with Butcher steers at L4005 50 and Yop hogs at Sb, showing local price points for traders and buyers.

Sioux City

Frost Widespread. crops hit hardest in eastern regions

Weather forecaster Gray reports killing frosts across the south and eastern states. North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee experienced Monday night frosts with more severe damage to crops than the prior night.

South Norfolk Vals Phere Vinci Bell Porecaster Gray North Carolina Georgian Tennessee

Tragic Fire Claims Seven Bouchier Children in Quebec Home

In Ste Anne de Potierre Quebec a fire in the Bouchier residence killed seven children of the family. Fire officials suspect the blaze started in the dwelling and quickly engulfed the home, leaving no survivors among the youngsters. The tragedy devastates the Bouchier family and local community as investigators sort the cause and await further details.

Quebec Bouchier Ste. Anne de Pocatierre

Lockner v New York: Supreme Court strikes bakery hours law

In an opinion by Justice Peckham the United States Supreme Court ruled New York’s ten hour day and sixty hour week in bakeries unconstitutional. Justices dissented, and the case Lockner v. New York upheld the bakery hours law was struck as an unlawful interference with contract.

Washington Peckham United States Supreme Court New York State Harlan White Day Holmes Parker New York Court of Appeals Lockner State of New York State Court of Appeals Lochner Utica

Newsboys Trampled in Stampede for Free Theater Tickets

In Indianapolis on Monday night a false alarm of fire at a local theater caused a stampede in a narrow Masonic temple stairway as hundreds of newsboys rushed to obtain free passes from a traveling representative of a patent medicine company. Four boys were crushed to death and several were badly injured. A witness said a boy near the top shouted fire and roared the rush, then people at the top turned and forced downward, causing many to fall onto those below.

Indianapolis Ind Masonic Temple

Winnebagoes Perishing in Wisconsin Towns

Black River Falls Wis The once mighty Winnebago tribe faces a miserable end though it has 900000 with the national government to its credit Indians dying by scores of consumption and a heavy expense to several towns A Supreme Court ruling is believed to require towns with sick and poor Indians to pay for their care as for indigent citizens Sickness prevails and hundreds of dollars are needed for treatment of the decrepit warriors.

Wisconsin Black River Falls Wis United States Supreme Court

Remains of John Paul Jones to be brought home

Washington reports a decision to repatriate John Paul Jones's remains unearthed by Ambassador Porter in Paris. The plan calls for transport on a naval vessel with convoy, full naval honors on arrival, and interment in Arlington Cemetery.

Washington John Paul Jones Ambassador Porter Paris America American Arlington Cemetery

Despondent farmer in Norfolk shoots head off

John Hoison of Norfolk area killed himself in a dramatic shotgun incident after his wife, who had deserted him, arrived at his farm. Despondency over losing his family and farm was cited as the cause.

Norfolk Neb John Hoison

Fortune Taker Dies After Free Lunch Choking

William Conway aged 65 a recent West returnee who had made a fortune walked into a Janesville saloon and began to eat free lunch. He choked on a piece of raw ham and died before doctors arrived.

Janesville Wis William Conway

Trains Crash Leaves Two Firemen Dead Near Erie Railroad

In a head on collision between two freight trains five miles from North Tonawanda New York on the Erie Railroad Herbert Wrigley of Buffalo and W J Brown of West Philadelphia were killed. Wrigley and Brown were firemen on the two trains.

North Tonawanna N. Y Erie Herbert Wrigley Buffalo W. J. Brown West Philadelphia Wrigley Brown

Czeas Valet Arrested in Plot to Harm Czar

In St. Petersburg on Wednesday afternoon a czar’s valet was arrested while contacting an unknown person about planning an attack on the czar at Tsarskoe Selo. The arrest stems from alleged treasonous communication and threat to the czar.

Céear St. Petersburg Tsarkoe Selu

Torpedo Boats for Russians Arrive from New York

Sebastopol reports several torpedo boats built by Leeds Nixon of New York have been completed and shipped to Vladivostok. The vessels are part of wartime support sent to Russia, signaling continued Allied material aid.

Sebastopol Leeds Nixon New York Vladivostok

Joseph Jefferson Ailing In Miami Home

Actor Joseph Jefferson remains at his Miami residence under medical care as doctors from St Augustine have been summoned to attend to his condition.

Joseph Jefferson St. Augustine Miami Hain

Penn Shovel Company Receiver Appointed in Warren

O. A. G. Judd named receiver for the Penn Shovel Company property in this city. Liabilities are estimated at 50600 dollars with 43000 dollars in quick assets and sufficient assets to cover debts.

Penn Shovel Company Warren O. A. G. Judd

Loops the Loop Death Triggers Paris Prohibition

A woman died after suffering brain congestion following a looping the loop in an automobile. Paris police chief bans all similar performances in the city to prevent further incidents.

Paris Joop

Mystery fleet in Kamranh Bay alarms Singapore observers

The Prinz Heinrich reports sighting eighteen ships of the Russian Baltic squadron in Kamranh Bay near Cochin China, with scattered, conflicting details from Singapore and London correspondents about additional battleships and cruisers and possible unseen vessels. No confirmed Japanese ships or battle news yet.

Singapore Lloyd Prinz Heinrich Kamranh Bay Cochin China Saigon St. Petersburg Rosestvensky Admiralty Togo Rojestvensky China Sea Viscadores London Far East Hongkong Daily Mail Pring Heinrich Daily Telegraph Associated Press Habor

Cremated His Son's Body Lawsuit in Cincinnati

Mrs Ela R Campbell of Chicago sues Dr John B Campbell proprietor of a Cincinnati sanitarium in federal court for 25060 dollars claiming the cremation of her late husband James Campbell deprived her of burial rights and caused mental anguish and pain.

Cincinnati John B. Campbell James Campbell Ela R. Campbell Chicago

President Killed a Bear at Camp Roosevelt

A New Castle dispatch says a violent noon storm at Camp Roosevelt confined inhabitants. The mail carrier confirms the president killed a large bear with his first shot on Saturday, after a long chase to bring the animal to bay.

Denver Colo New Castle Camp Roosevelt

Brooklyn Arrives as Castine Sails in Caribbean Quiet

The U S armored cruiser Brooklyn, flagship of Rear Admiral Charles D Sigsbee, arrived Saturday night at San Domingo. The gunboat Castine left Sunday for Porto Rico as Prof Jacob Hollander studies the government finances amid a quiet country.

Brooklyn San Domingo Republic of Santo Domingo United States Charles D. Sigsbee Castina Porto Rico Jacob Hollander

Coasting Schooner George and Albert Lost at Sea

The small coasting schooner George and Albert was wrecked on Comoraut rocks off Sachuzett Point at the entrance to the Seadonnet River on Friday. It will be a total loss. The captain, owner, his wife, and three crew members escaped in a tender and reached Seaconner Point at daybreak after a hard row in heavy seas. They left for Newport without revealing their names.

Overton R. I George and Albert Sachuzett Point Seaconner Point Newport

East St Louis Child Rescued From Fire Attempt

Mrs. Lucinda Parr a four year old girl in East St Louis attempted to die by her own action by soaking clothes with kerosene and setting fire to them. Her husband in an adjoining room heard her screams and saved her by tearing off her clothing and preventing serious injury.

East St. Louis Lucinda Parr

Arraigned for Manslaughter in Los Angeles

Bearbee Shook son of late traction magnate W H Shook was arraigned in superior court on a charge of involuntary manslaughter for running down and killing Miss Margaret Burtwhistle with an automobile in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Cal Bearbee Shook Los Angeles Traction W. H. Shook Superior Court Margaret Burtwhistle

Escaped Prisoners Sighted West From Fort Wayne

Sentry James W. Prinkley is missing after three general prisoners Gene Detroit Mich Victor Ross and John I Campbell escaped Fort Wayne Saturday. They were seen heading west with Ross held for desertion and Campbell linked to labor agitation in Michigan Mine Houghton. Mary Jones known as Mother Jones, a labor agitator, arrived in the copper country drawn by street railway and mine strikes and was deported from Colorado due to her influence.

Fort Gene Detroit Mich Victor Ross John I. Campbell Fort Wayne Thei James W. Prinkley Ross Goiag Campbell Touear Michigan Houghton Mary Jones Jones Colorado

Warrant Issued for Man Accused of Stolen Wells Fargo Package

A warrant was issued Saturday afternoon for Thomas Bradley accused of taking a package containing 81,000 in currency from a Wells Fargo wagon near Cleveland Ohio. An unnamed assistant was reportedly involved and the wagon’s crew was surprised by the theft.

Geta Cleveland Thomas Bradley Wells Largo Wigan Ile

Verdict for Winnie Men. Michael and damages set at 10000

The jury in Norristown after two hours of deliberation found Winnie Men. Michael guilty of alleged affection manipulation of Howard Dunham a wealthy coal broker and awarded Mrs. Durdiuin ten thousand dollars in damages.

Norristown Winnie Michael Philadelphia Howard Dunham Durdiuin

Prominent Priest John Kiely Dies in Missouri Visit

Rev Father John Kiely, professor at St. Louis University, collapsed and died while visiting a parishioner. Kiely rose to leave and immediately dropped dead, ending a noted clerical career in St. Louis, Missouri.

St. Louis John Kiely St. Louis University Pather Kiely

Hawkey Estate to Quit Book Business in Webster City

Webster City special reports the Hawkey estate ends school book sales by the board and city superintendent after eight to ten years of selling books at near cost to pupils. County Attorney Blake warns that state law bars school officers from dealing in schoolbooks. The board will sell through local stores, claiming action is protective and not for gain, while accusing complainants of ulterior motives.

A. Webster City Blake O. A. Hall Board of Education Friends of County Gerber Friends

Indian Girl Mah Sha-Che Murdered Near Montrose

The body of Mah Sha-Che, an Indian woman who vanished March 4 from the reservation, was found in a Montrose ravine with clothes torn and wounds indicating murder. The coroner's jury returned murder verdict with blunt instrument in the hands of George Soldier, the last person seen with her, who has been taken to Cedar Rapids. A second young Indian is suspected of complicity, and authorities believe there is enough evidence to convict Soldier.

Mah Sha-Che Montrose George Soldier Soldier Cedar Rapids

Two youths held on burglary charges in Akron raids

George Taylor aged 19 and Harry Vreeland 20, jailed in LeMars awaiting trial for burglary after four Akron store break ins last Tuesday. They allegedly stole about 75 dollars, revolvers and other items, arrested by Elk Point officers and brought before Justice Sullivan for preliminary hearing. Homes listed as Sioux Falls South Dakota. Taylor served 13 months and Vreeland two years in a South Dakota reform school.

George Taylor Harry Vreeland LeMars Akron Elk Point S. D South Dakota Taylor Vreeland

Vaccination Order Shuts School in Council Bluffs

More than 2,000 children were kept from Council Bluffs schools Monday by order of the board of health for lack of vaccination. Over 1,000 high school students affected. The measure, issued months ago, faced strong parental opposition but was upheld by the health board. Parents vow to continue boycotting and contest the order.

Council Bluffs Board of Health

Indian Girl Murdered on Tama Reservation

A Tama Indian girl, missing for three weeks, was found murdered near Montrose on Friday. The body showed it had been concealed in a ragime and the clothes torn from the victim. Authorities describe the case as a homicide with unknown suspects.

Reward Offered in Fonda for Poisoner Seizure

Citizens of Fonda post a $100 reward for capturing the person responsible for distributing poison around town. The poison targets dogs, but some children avoided harm. Thirty animals, including hunting dogs, have died. a child narrowly escaped after swallowing a biscuit laced with poison.

Fonda

Burglary Arrest Near Lown Falls Sunday Night

Special Policeman Marks arrested Toward at Lown Falls while burglarizing the residence of Crearge L Wilson. He was examined next morning and, in default of 3000 bail, was sent to Midara to await grand jury action.

Rank Toward Marks Lown Falls Crearge L. Wilson Midara

Newspaper to Get New Home in Nevada Town

The Quarterly Week Nevada Journal publishers plan a new building this season. A 24 by 80 foot one story structure with basement will house a modern newspaper office.

Ver, Crofford Found Guilty In Stone Murder Trial

Ver Crofford of the Lamont grain mill was found guilty on Winday of the murder of Maud Stone. Stone died in Crofford's hospital after a criminal operation four years ago. It was his second trial.

Crofford Lamont Graniiatum Winday Willy Maud Stone Crofford's Chin

Bloodhounds Put On Scent In Dayton Burglary

Dayton shoe store Lind Bros. was broken into Thursday morning. Burglars kicked rear panel, entered, rifled the money drawer and damaged stock. Bloodhounds will be used Wednesday evening to pursue the case, with locals suspected.

Dayton Lind Bros ML Lind Settle

Wiggosy sheep owners and canal talk swirl in era

A fragmented convocation of public figures and issues crosses newspapers. Mentions Jerry Simpson as a Wiggosy sheep owner in New Mexicy and references to Panama Canal commissioners and President Longey. Scattered remarks cite beef trusts, industry leaders like Rockefeller, and various regional outlets. The collage hints at political maneuvering, economic fears, and public debate amid a world of wartime and industrial tensions.

Jerry Simpson New Mexicy

Record of One Day Richard Fisher Shoots at Wife and Hangs Self

Richard Fisher of Carroll shot at his wife in Ames and at the city marshal during a long chase in Hagel Grove after coming from Ames. He was arrested, tried to hang himself with a coat rope, was cut down by the jailer, and lay bleeding but alive, with scant chance of recovery.

Richard Fisher Richtau Fisher Carroll Fisher Ames Hagle Grove Lisher Slisher

Council Bluffs to Remove Gibraltar Landmark for Homes

Council Bluffs plans to remove the Gibraltar hilltop overlooking the city to make room for new residences. Teams began grading the 800 foot hill, with a large portion to be removed this season. The steep face on the city side has already seen part of it cut away, and for 35 years the hill provided material for filling depressions citywide. Owners say it adjoins a highly desirable residence district.

Council Bluf’s Gibraltar Cibraltar Hare

Fifty Years Married Golden Anniversary in Holt Township

About 125 guests gathered at Daniel Leonard's Holt Township home in Taylor County to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. The event, planned for March 25, was postponed due to Mrs. Leonard's illness. Corning and Bedford leaders attended. Mr. Leonard turns 75 on the 24th, and his wife is 73.

Daniel Leonard Holt Township Taylor County

Change of venue granted in Omaha diamond robbery case

Judge Green at Logan Monday granted a change of venue to Tom Dennison of Omaha in the diamond robbery of James Pollock totaling 75000. Red Oak in Montgomery County will host the May 2 session with Judge N W Macy of Harlan. Attorney Fallon aims to try the diamond case first and seeks a venue to Mills or Montgomery County. Council Bluffs was not to be considered.

Regents decide dam on Iowa River for university power

The regents plan a dam across the Iowa River with a June contract vote. Key decision hinges on allowing a half block free for a power house in Iowa City. otherwise the plant sits on university property. Engineering building contract awarded to William Grace Company for 59900 dollars. Bedford stone structure with TL by 122 mu.

The State University Iowa River Iowa City William Grace Company Chicago

Death of Judge A R Dewey in Washington Iowa

Judge A St Dewey died Saturday after a long illness in Washington. Death was due to cancer. He was a leading member of the Slasonic fraternity in Iowa and served as head of several Masonic orders in the state.

A. R. Dewey Washington A. St. Dewey Judge Dewey Slasonic Fraternity Iowa

Plymouth County Candidate Seeks State Printer Post

Chassell of Plymouth County voices strong support for his candidacy as state printer expressing gratification with the bid. He claims no opposition in the canvass and asserts a safe majority of legislature pledged to support.

Chassell Plymouth County

Carpenters Strike Hits Clinton Construction Boom

A carpenters strike and allied labor actions slow Clinton's spring construction, as contractors refuse wage increases. Three workers died in accidents tied to the unrest, and further stoppages threaten the housing and public works schedule.

Clinton Tiree Dnne

Moorhead to Get Telephones in Manone County

Moorhead, a town in Manone County, contracts a twenty year agreement with the Manone Telephone Company for telephone service.

Moorhead Manona County Manone Telephone Company

Couple’s Vow Sealed in Crescent Pat tuwattiumie County

Groom aged 72 and bride aged 62 unite in a marriage ceremony described as a dream of love. The groom hails from Nlarrison County and the bride resides in Crescent within Pat tuwattiumie County. They plan to establish their dove-cote at Crescent.

Henry Strasbury McCampbell Module Nlarrison Crescent Pattuwattiumie

Earthquake Felt in Keokuk Area Thursday

A slight quake was felt in and near Keokuk on Thursday. Buildings shook but no serious damage occurred.

Keokuk

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